Haverfordwest and Milford Haven Telegraph and General Weekly Reporter for the Counties of Pembroke Cardigan Carmarthen Glamorgan and the Rest of South Wales

Harfat Man Killed in Action. Haverfordwest is contributing its share to the roll of heroes in the great Continental war now being waged, the latest to give his life for King and country being Sergeant Jim Edwards, son of Mr Charles Edwards, mason, Merlin's Hill. Mr Edwards was informed of his son's death by the receipt on Thursday last of the following communication :— No. 4 District Record Office, Shrewsbury Station, October 6th, 1911. Sir,—It is my painful duty to inform you that a report has this day been received from the War Office notifying the death of (No ) 8276 (Rank) Sergeant (Name) James Edward3 (Regiment) The Welsh Regiment, which occurred at—not ?f<?—on the 14th day of September, 1911, and I am to express to you the sympathy and regret of the Army Council at your loss. The cause of death was killed in action. I am, sir, Your obedient servant, C. PARll, Major. With Mr Charles Edwards in his great tereave- ment the sympathy of his fellow-townsmen will be gladly given. But although we mourn with him in his loss we are unable to gauge accurately the measure of his sorrow. Jim was a singularly good boy. Of exceptionally sober and industrious habits he was ambitious and zealous in his profession, and his rapid promotion to the rank of sergeant testify to his ability and the prompt recognition of his merits by the military authorities. As a son he was thoughtful and solicitous for his. father's welfare, and the pathetic remark in one of his letters where he says, I take your photo with me wherever I go," shows that his filial affection was of a deep and enduring character. Judging from this observation his father thinks that the photograph and also a pocket Bible given him by his mother many years ago were probably buried with the deceased. 1_ SERGEANT EDWARDS. Sergt. Edwards was educated at the National School in this town, and won a scholarship into the Grammar School. On leaving school he served his time as a grocer to Messrs. J. & J. P. Reynolds, High Street, and in May, 1901, he enlisted in the 2nd Welsh I Hegt. On the 20th of the following December, which, somewhat singularly was his 19th birthday he left England with his Regiment for India and remained three years at Quetta. From Quetta he removed to Bloemfontein, where he was stationed 2h years, and then returned to Pembroke Dock. While at Pem- broke Dock his regiment had to do special duty on two occasions at Wellington Barracks, London, to relieve the Guards. He was at Bordon when the war broke out and his was one of the first British regi- ments to be drafted to the Front. It will be noticed that the official notification of the deceased's death contains no reference to the battle in which he fell, but his father thinks that he must have seen much of the fighting at Mons and that he was killed in one of the subsequent engage- ments. On the 13th of September he wrote to his brother in Gosport saying he was in good health and spirits, but was short of fags. He would write to Dad and family as soon as ever he could find time." Poor fellow the next day he was killed at his post fighting in defence of his country. Sergeant Collins, son of Mr James Collins, North Gate, in this town, writing to his (Collins's) wife a few weeks ago stated that he was fighting near Edwards when the latter fell, and that he was present at the interment, and had taken a photo- graph of the grave which he would send to the deceased's father. This thoughtful act on the part of a fellow-townsman and comrade-in-arms is much appreciated by Mr Edwards. HIS LAST LETTER. Sergeant Edwards's last letter to his iatner was written in August and in accordance with the rules now being enforced by the military censorship bears no address. It is as follows :— 2nd Welch Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 1st Division. Dear Dad,-I am in the best of health and spirits and getting along all right. I have left England. This is all I can tell you now. I hope to see you soon. Will write again at the first opportuuity. 1 opportunity. Your loving son, JIM. | Alas! this dutiful son did not live to see his father ? again, and all that remains of him now lie in a simple grave on French soil surmounted like the resting place of so many brave British lads by a significant but unobtrusive cross.

Sergt. Pearce at the Front. Through the kindness of Sergt.-Major Pearce, we are able to reproduce another letter from his son Fred, who is a sergeant in the D Battery R.H.A., and is in the thick of the fighting:- D Battery R.H.A., British Expeditionary Force, 30th Sept., 1914. Dear Father,—Just a few lines to you to let you know that I am going along alright so far. The weather here is keeping nice and fine at present, so things are alright, but when it does rain we have it for about 10 days at a stretch, and it is awful then, especially sleeping in the open. What I can see of things, we shall be trying a few wintry nights out here before this is over, and get issued with snow shoes and sleighs, so if that is the case we shall have to grow beards or try to. I have made one or two attempts to grow one, but I found it did not add to one's general appearance so I gave it up as a bad job. Well, seeing that they are calling for so many recruits, I fully expected to find you had enlisted again (don't laugh) or at least taken over a job as Drill Instructor. No doubt plenty of young men have enlisted in Haverfordwest and it would just suit you to do a bit of drilling. Well I really have very little to talk about, only Carrie has gone home to her people at Portsmouth and she is doing alright, so are the children. They are all being well looked after by Mrs Gillson, our Major's wife, who is a very nice lady, and does a great deal for -our married people, so I am quite content on that point. There is one thing you might do-let anyone at home have my address, because a letter or card are always very welcome out here, and I will always drop a line when I have the chance, if only to let you know that I am alright. I do not think there is any more to say this time, so will now close and remain your ever loving son, FRED. Kindly remember me to all at home.

DANISH TRAWLERS "HELD UP" AT MILFORD HAVEN. J'I T:1.1 Au unusual scene was witnessed on we nan Market on Monday morning, when the Customs officials took possession of the Danish steam trawler King Harold of Esbjerg. The vessel came from Grimsby some weeks ago and has been fishing out of Milford chiefly ever since. On Monday a Customs officer superintended the landing of the fib and had the kits marked with the broad arrow. This denoted that the ship was a prisoner. The officer read the conditions and himself proceeded to sell the fish. It transpired that the skipper bad been reported for fishing in "prohibited grounds" on the west coast. He landed at Fleetwood, but on his return to Milford Haven his vessel was seized and will be prevented from landing in British ports for a period of eight weeks. The sister ship Fulmar" is already laid up in Milford Docks for one month.

GERMAN ADVANCE TOWARDS THE COAST. The last few days have been fraught with events which may be of great significance. Antwerp has fallen as we describe in another column, Ghent ha& been re-occupied by the Germans, Bruges we bear is at the present being bombarded, Lille is occupied and the German cavalry are advancing towards Ostend. Brussels, of course, has been in German hands for many weeks. These are all incidents in a forward move which is said to have for its object the capture of Calais, the nearest continental port to our own country, and perhaps Dunkirk and other towns as well. It is difficult to see what good purpose would be served from the German point of view by success in these operations. Certainly they could not use the towns mentioned in order to threaten our coast. First of all their fleet would have to come out of their hiding-places in the North Sea, pass not only our line of mines from the Goodwin Sands to the mouth of the Scheldt but the British Fleet. The true solution of the move will, we think, be found in the German desire to prevent a union of the Belgian and French forces in the north of Belgium with the Allied armies in the north of France. The sketch map which appears below illustrates the position of the towns which form the German objective in relation to the British coast.

TROUBLE IN sourti AFRICA. A rebellion has broken out in South Africa. a commando of Boers under Lieut.-Col. Mantz having joined the German forces. Martial law has been proclaimed througWut the Union and drastic steps taken to quell the rising.

LATEST WAR NEWS. An official telegram received iu town this morning states that two German submarines were sunk while attacking Russian cruisers.

Sergt.-Major Pearce has accepted an appointment as drill instructor at Woolwich during the war. Mr John Farrow, Old Bridge, has three sons serving in the Army-one in the Territorials, and two in Kitchener's Army. All were engaged in the bakery business with their father. Mr and Mrs S. Bunt of Pembroke Dock have six sons and several grandsons serving in the Army and Navy. Mr Bunt, who is 76, has been approached by the War Office to act as an instructor. Mr Alfred Brice, one of the t wo Crimean veterans still living in Pembroke Dock, has a son, a grandson and three nephews fighting for their country. His son was on the Defender in the naval battle off Heligoland. Private C. H. Walton, son-in-law of Mr Lambert Baillieux, who rejoined his regiment, the 2nd Lan- cashires as a Reservist on the outbreak of hostilities has beeu promoted to Lance Corporal. Mr Fred Gibbon, the sanitary inspector, has joined the Army Medical Corps, and after three months training will proceed straight to the front. It is singular that South Pembrokeshire should figure so prominently just now, having regard to the history of the Flemish descent of the inhabitants. According to Mr J. F. Rees, M.A. (Milford Haven), Lecturer in History at Edinburgh University, the people of Llangwm are directly descended from the city of Louvain (or rather the late city). Mr Eddie Davies, son of Mr Alfred Davies, Nar- berth, who is in the 2nd Welsh Regiment, has been slightly wounded in the right fore-arm. He fought for 15 days in the battle of the Aisne. Sergt. Herbert Horan, of the Royal Field Artillery, formerly of Gelliswick, 'Milford Haven, has been wounded at the front and conveyed 200 miles from the fighting line. Before joining the army Sergt, Horan worked at the Cardiff Ice Factory on the docks. He comes of a fighting stock and most of bis brothers have been in the service. Qne has just rejoined as Sergt.-Instructor and another, now living at Little Haven, with his mother, has also volunterred for service again. Mr T. G. LI. Davies, late 2nd lieutenant 1st V.B. Welch Regiment, son of Mr J. T. LI. Davies, Plas Observatory has been gazetted lieutenant in the Welsh Regiment, 11th Service Battalion. LOCAL ACCOMMODATION NEEDED FOR BELGIANS. A special message received from our Milford correspondent just as we were going to press asks us to state that anyone in Haverfordwest who has accommodation to let should communicate with Mr G. S. Kelway, Belgian Consul, Milford Haven. PEMBROKE YEOMANRY. Lieut.-Col. Owen H. S. Williams writing from Cawston Manor, Norwich, where he is stationed with his Regiment, informs us that we were incorrect in stating in a recent issue of the Telegraph" that when on active service the Pembrokeshire Yeomanry would be known as Collis' Horse. Colonel Williams further adds that 75 per cent. of the men have volunteered for active service. Over lioo members of the staff of the London City and Midland Bank are now enrolled in his Majesty's Forces. The Bank will pay full salary during their absence, aDd their positions will be kept open for them. THE WELCH REGIMENT AT THE FRONT. Parcels of comforts for the Welsh Regiment now serving at the Front may be addressed to- MRS. MORLAND, CHURCHILL HOXJSE, NORTH CAMP, ALDERSHOT. They should consist of socks, belts (knitted or woven), Cardigan jackets and scarves, also cigar- ettes, 2 oz. packets of tobacco, pipes and chocolates. ettes,2 oz. ?0f the County War Fund Committee enquiries have been made from Mrs Morland, the wife of the Commanding Officer of the Welch Regi- ment now serving at the front, as to whether the Committee can best assist in the above work by a gift of money or of comforts. There are so many Pembrokeshire men serving in the Welch Regiment that it would be the wish of all that the War Fund Committee should assist in this work. ENTERTAINING BELGIAN REFUGEES. On Thursday evening in last week, a tea and social were held at Park Presbyterian Chapel, Treforest, which is under the pastorate of the Rev. Lewis Mendus, B.A., and a very pleasant evening was spent. A happy idea occured to the pastor to invite some of the Refugees to take tea and spend the evening at the Chapel. In the afternoon Mr Mendus paid a visit to the Cottage Hospital and invited six of the Belgian ladies to attend and the invitation was gladly accepted. After tea was over a programme of music, etc., was: gone through, and the Rev. L. of music, et C, a sbOlt address to the visitors in the BeisiM language which was much appreciated and in response the visitors sang their National Anthem in res p in their native language and also in French. As the visitors bad to leave early several of the Church members escorted them back to the Hospital. During the course of his remarks Mr Mendus stated that he bad been seriously uiuia.mg iub jast few days of going to the front but taking everything into con- sideration he thought perhaps he could do a great deal towards helping the war by social work there in visiting, sympathising and helping the people in the locality who had friends and relatives at the front. And judging by the social work we hear this energetic rev. gentleman is doing in the district we have no doubt his decision is the right one.

To the Boys of Pembrokeshire. Pull yourselves togther "hoysers," Don a bine or khaki trousers, Straighten out, expand your chest, Up and do your very best To keep those blooming Germans out of England. If you're dark, or if you're sandy, Or your legs a little bandy, It won't matter not a joss, i Kitchener's the right old boas To keep those beastly Germans out of England. Hustle out you stay-at-homere (Or he'll send you tits and bloomers), Come along now, don't be shy Buck up lads, and have a try To keep those bally Germans out of England. They are getting near our waters With their murderous devilish slaughters, Spring up lads with heart and band, Join Lord K's brave soldier band And help to keep those demons out of England. Fight for England, home, and beauty, Tis your plain and solemn duty, Forward boys, pick up your steel, Put your shoulders to the wheel And help to save the homes of dear old England. St. Isbmaels, Oct. 13th.

I ]'ifi) d H N Milford Haven News. ASTIFIOIAL TKBTH.—Edward England, Limited, no W atteuda at Mr Meyler, Chumiat, Charles Street, Milford Haven, every Monliy. See large advertise- meut. Estimates free. English and American Artificial Teath. Teeth fixed by tha Company's Patent Suction, requiring no fastening. For arcioalatioa aud eating they are equal to the natural teeth, t MR. J. H. LLEWELLIN, Hirailboa Terrace, Qualified Ophthalmic Optician, is in attendance I daiiy, and will be pleased to give advice to anyone whose eyesight is defective; also to provide- Spectacles (if such are necessary) after a thorough and careful testing. « A PEDLAR PARTNERSHIP. At the Police Court on Friday two men of the tramping class, Alexander Davies, of St. Davids and George Stevens, London, were brought before Messrs Robt. Cole and W. C. Whiltow, aud charged with acting as pediars without certificates. The men appeared to be working as partners, Davies as an umbrella and mat repairer and Stevens selling camphor balls. P.C. Lewis said he saw the men at 7.30 the previous night in Charles Street visiting public houses soliciting, and neither of them could produce a certificate on being requested. They were both under the influence of drink. Defendants pleaded ignorance, but they were fined 5s and costs and given a day to pay. HARVEST THANKSGIVING. The annual festival of thanksgiving for the harvest was held at North Road Baptist Church on Sunday and Monday and proved to be the most successful of recent years. The church had been decorated with corn, evergreens and flowers on Saturday by a willing band of ladies assisted by male members of the church, and the profusion of vegetables and fruit was arranged in front of the pulpit with great taste. In the centre were placed samples of fish, representing Milford's harvest of the sea. Tne services which were attended by large congregations, were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Ernest V. Tidman, A.T.S., who preached powerful and appropriate sermons. In the morning the subject was Daily bread in war-time," and in the evening, The Harvest-God's share and ours" the latter closing with an earnest appeal to the large audience for the recognition of God's share in material wealth and of service. The services were continued on Monday evening, the pastor again officiating, and a collection was taken on behalf of the County Infirmary. At the close of the service the produce was sold in the schoolroom. POLICE CHANGES, P.C. Rowlands has been transferred to Pembroke Dock, after a second term at Milford Haven. A quiet unassuming man be was always1 a courteous and popular officer. P.C. James, from Llanrian, has taken up duties at Hakin, in place of P.C. John who has joined the Army. WAR NEWS. In previous paragraphs we referred to Corporal W. Burder, one of the Milford Haven men serving with the Welsh Regiment as Private." This was a mistake. This week we print a short letter from him to his father, Capt. Burder, and sister, Mrs Tom Martin, Dewsland Street, in which he states that he has been promoted to sergeant for bis work on the field. This is a great honour, seeing that be only joined the regiment four years ago, when it was stationed at Pembroke Dock. He was formerly employed at the Grimsby Stores and on the Docks. I MILFORD MAN'S PROMOTION AT THE FRONT. "Just aline to let you know that Iara still spared (October 3rd), hoping you are all quite well. I am alright at present, except a bad cold, which of course is only natural for us fellows out here. No doubt you will be proud to bear I have been promoted sergeant for my work on the field of battle. As I always say, you never know who is watching when you are at work. It was a great surprise for me And I am very pleased. Sergeant in-four years is not bad work is it? I hope you received my letter, what about the writing paper, please send me some, also some "fags," as we cannot get a smoke. I saw George Smith in the R.H.A. He is quite well. You may notice I don't tell you much about the war, but our troubles are best kept to ourselves. Don't worry, but hope for the best. WILL." The George Smith referred to is a son of Skipper Smith of the steam trawler Teal (a Gobleston man). < FISH TRADE AND TRAFFIC. In consequence of tlte practical oessation of the herring fishing the traffic returns at Milford Docks sliowe(I a slight decline compared with the previous week, the total -sent away by rail amounting to 623 tons. After the first part of the week no herrings were landed, even the Belgian trawlers apparently having abandoned that class of work. Still this meant an improvement in the supply of mixed fish and to some extent of hake, which is more important still, for without bake the market suffers. The county demand for fish was by no means active and prices all round came down. Hake from 80s fell to 50s per kit. Soles were exceedingly cheap at 94 5s per trunk, turbot made 12s, brill 8s, and halibut 7s 6d per stone. Rough classes sold at low rates. On Monday there was a fair supply, amounting to 240 kits of hake and 920 kits of mixed fish, from 10 steam trawlers and 90 smacks, representing 110 tons. The demand was again slow, and prices the same as at the week end. More Grimsby boats are expected, and some Milford skippers have left to fetch them round. < SUDDEN DEATH. During the dinner hour yesterday (Tuesday) a tragic dIscovery was made at'll, Manchester Square, oocupied by a widow named Mary Ann Powell, who lived alone in the house. It appears that for some time she had been attending the sick baby of a rela- tive, Mrs Edwards, Mansfield Street, and on Sunday night at 10.30 left there to go to her own house. She did not visit Mansfield Street all day on Monday and again on Tuesday morning, so Mrs Edwards went down to see what may be the matter. She found the door locked, but managed to effect an entrance through a window. Going upstairs she found her aunt in bed quite dead. Her brother-in-law, Mr Howard Powell, was informed and he went for Dr. Rice. Dr. Rice had attended her some time ago, but the cause of death could not be stated, and was probably due to heart failure. Deceased was 64 years of age and had lived in Milford Haven a very many years, but was a native of Haverfordwest, where she has a brother now living. WATERSTONE WESLEYAN CHAPEL- The harvest festival at the WesJPJan Chapel, Waterstone, passsed off very successfully. The preacher on the Sunday was Mr A. E. Fielder, of Milford Haven, and his thoughtful and able dis- courses were much appreciated. A feature of the festival was the great assistance given to the musical portion of the services by several talented ladies from Pembroke Dock. During the series of meet- ings, three beautiful violin solos were given by Miss Daisy Jones, and Miss Bella Perkins gave two pleasing 'cello solos, whilst Miss Priscilla Williams, the well-known vocalist, rendered two solds with taste and feeling. Miss Gwlodys, Skilbon well filled her role as organist. Special hymns were sung by the congregation and the evening Service closed with the singing of the National Anthem and Doxology. The chapel was, tastefully decorated with flowers, fruit, vegetables, etc., by the lady members I of the congregation. Qn the following Tuesday evening the services were continued when the Rev. G. J. Chamberlain officiated and delivered a very able sermon on "The Harvest and the War." The proceeds of the collections and sale of produce amounted to X8 7s lOd.

I T I-I E, -W- k E-i C'- 8-A I i -U-NS E A I E T S. I THE PICTURE PALACE. It is no exaggeration to say that the series of pictures which are being run at the Robert Street Palace are about the best since its establishment. It is certain that for all-round merit, superb acting and beauty of setting, "The inheritance of Itemi Daubrais" surpassed anything that has ever been screened in the district and the fact that a com- panion exclusive from the house of Pathe is showing this week has been sufficient to draw large houses. "The heir of the Lagarderes" is certainly another masterpiece and just one of those films which please all tastes. It is on the sceen for the last time to-night (Wednesday). By way of change Mr Stepban is introducing ouce more the people's favourite, 'Tec. Nick Winter," woo is seen at his best in one of his very latest exploits, The Mysterious Bank." Nick's wonderful resource never fails. In a 2,550 feet picture he goes through many thrills, but of course comes out on top. His turn" come to-morrow night (Thursday) and for the remainder of the week. Commencing on Monday night, aa an example of the varied selection of bookings, the leading film will be a romantic Pathe drama, In Mid-Atlantic," the title of which is suggestive of sen&ation. The weekly sacred performance for the County War Fund will be held on Sunday liight at 8.15, when a carefully selected series will be shown. WADBROOKIS CINEMA. I Some sparkling films are announced this week at Wadbrook's. Last week the"managemerit created a big success with the remarkable picture, "The Looters of Liege," which revealed the Germ-hun at his worst. A great star is being shown this first three nights, entitled "For her country," and has already won high praise. Other stars, comedy and Pathe's latest gazettes are shown nightly, The boards this week are occupied by the talented vocalist, T. E. Johnstone, featuring the latest war Bongs.

I NATIONAL RESERVES. I MILFORD HAVEN DETACHMENT. 22 MEN CALLED FOR SERVICE. j During the recent recruiting campaign twenty- two men of the Milford Haven detachment of the National Reserve gave fia their names for service in the event of such being required. On Wednesday evening the detachment was called together by the commandant, Mr G. H. D. Birt, and met at the Drill Hall. Mr Birt explained to them that their services may be required at any time. They were then measured for uniform and as soon as "this is ready they may be called upon to do duty at a moment's notice anywhere in the United Kingdom, but probably in Pembrokeshire. The rates £ >i pay are Is per day with 2s per day subsistence money, a total of 21s per week. The allowance to a wife is 1Gs 6d per week and the man must allow her a minimum of 33 6d per week which makes a total for married men of 37s 6d per week, admittedly good pay, in addition to which there is a X5 bouuty. The following are the twenty-two men who volunteered. T. Roberts, Brooke Avenue. B. Scurlock, Hazelbeach. T. Rees, 30 St. Peter's Road. J. Bowen, 13, St. Peter's Road. A. Hughes, Pill. George Fee, Priory Road. B. Jenkins, 4, Dartmouth Gardens. G. Eaton, 22, Brooke Avenue. A. Griffiths, 207, Robert Street. A Fletcher, Hubberston Terrace. Elijah Glass, The Hop. G. Shepherd, 3, Charles Street. A. Batte, St. Anne's Road, Hakin. G. Hooper, 13, Warwick Road. H. King, Great North Road. A. Reynolds, Steynton. W. Saunders, Warwick Road. G. O. Harding, Pill. George Thomas. J. Williams. Henry John, Priory Hill. George Evans, Shakespeare Avenue.

HARVEST OF THE SEA. I BRIXHAM FISHERMEN'S FESTIVAL  AT WESLEYAN CHURCH. I This festival can now be regarded as an annual event at the Priory Road Wesleyan Church, Milford Haven. Memories of last year's splendid services were sufficient to assure a great success this year. It was, however, essential to such successes that the Brixham fishermen, now working out of the port, should attend, and it was fortunate that a large number of the smacks were able to arrange to be in on Sunday. The decorations of the church were in keeping with the festival and the fishermen's nets were prominently suspended. The services were I conducted by the pastor, Rev. G. J. Chamberlain, whose messages were blended to the occasion. In the morning be spoke on the subject The big haul" I and in the evening, Christ stilling the tempest." His earnest words were spoken with great effect. The musical portion of the services were entirely undertaken by the Brixbam fishermen to the num- ber of 60 voices. In the morning they gave a fine rendering of "The harbour bell" The church was packed in the evening and seats bad to be placed in the aisles. The choir rendered Fierce and wild the storm is raging and" Master, the tempest is raging." Skipper S. H. Buly gave a beautiful rendering of the solo Benedictus Dominis" and the solo in the chorus Saved from the wreck was well taken by Skipper B. Wright. All the hymns were selected to suit the occasion and were sung. with characteristic heartiness. Too much praise cannot be given the Brixbam men for the excellent services they rendered, their very presence in such large numbers waa an inspiratio.n a«d the services will not soon be forgotten, Migo Daisy Harries, A.L-C.M., was at the organ. At the close a special prayer meeting was held and was largely sustained by the fishermen. Next Monday a fishermen's social and coffee supper will be held in the schoolroom.

WANTED, BUTTERMAKERS. British Butter is unquwtionnbly lieittT than foreign, yet the hitter is often hought in preference. Tlli, is an injustice both to the British producer and the buyer. It is an injury which conld easily aroi<te<). The British housewife believes that butter presenting a rich grolden uniform colour is the i,leal. The foreign pixxlueer meets her wish, and all his butter has the rich golden colour which sells. A perfectly safe means is provided whereby the British maker can impart to his butter just that pollen colouring which will commend it to the eye. as decidedly as its quality win commend it to the palate. The remedy is the "Silver Churn" butter colour, manufactured by Oilfield, Pattinson, and Co., of Manchester, the successful survivor of the severest ts at the principal stows, where it has grained First I lass awards for 30 years. Equally satisfactory is the high praise it has won in the nun^rwis Jairies where it is regtilarly used. These competent approvals are due to the absence of any unevenness or mu'iitiness in the colouring and to the fact that the use of 16 SUver CHUM does not affect the buttermilk. The br.tt<? tbp)t is not injured Tn the pr&-k?? it is improved. Its -k'tLcate creamy tkivour is. enhanced. It should be clearly under- stood tluit "Silver Churn" is a vegetable product, eutirely free from any aniline dlc. (A guarantee by the makers to this effect w i)t be given any user desiring it.) It may be obtained from and rhouists and dairy "uppiy men in 6d.. Is- 2s„ >s.. 8s.. ami Its. bnttk-s. To secure satisfaction obtain the SlIver Churn brand. Free trial samples from the manufacturers also I "Silver Churn" Butter Powder. "Silver Clyurn" Cheese Rennet. "Silver Churn" Cheese Colouring. i A TRIED PRESCRIPTION FOR ?WOUNDS, BAD LEGS, AND SKIN  DISEASE. Some skin diseases and wounds, especially ulcers, are often very stubborn to cure. There are many co-calied cures but a sure and certain remedy known as Pinesalve (Carbolised) carefully applied with a piece of clean old white rag, acts just like a poultice. It draws all impurities right out of the affected part, and in the course of a few applications a perfect recovery is ensured. All unhealthiness disappears, and the flesh regains its natural healthy appearance, and at the same time any pain or irritation quickly vanishes as if by magic. The wonderful soothing effect of this excellent Pinesnl ve is marvellous in the extreme. You will find you can sleep right through the night, without being disturbed, and during the daytime there will be little or no pain. Pinesalve is the most soothing preparation! ever made, it is guaranteed to give quick relief, no matter how bad the case. It costs only Is 1 Vd for a large box, or you can get one three times as large for only 2s 9d. s a Carbolised rmesaive for all Wounds and Skin Troubles ACTS LIKE A POULTICE Be careful to get Pinesalve (Carbolised) and refuse worthless imitations. You can depend on getting what you ask for at L. J. Meyler, Pharmacist and Dispensing Chemist, and Health Insurance Dispen- ser, 47, Charles Street, Milford Haven and F. D. Phillips, The Rexall Pharmacy, Market Street, Haverfordwest, who sell and strongly recommend this wonderful salve.

BIRTHS. On the 8th inst., at 53, Dewsland Street, Mil- ford Haven, the wife of T. N. Lewis, of twine (boy and girl). MARRIAGES. On October Sth, at St. Thomas Church, Haver- fordwest, Mr James S. Codd, Hakin, to Miss Gladys Morgan, daughter of Mr Thomas Morgan, The Grove, St. Thomas Green, Haverfordwest. On October 6th, at Manorbier Parish Church, the Rev. Percy Rig by, vicar of Manorbier, and Miss Marjorie Parcell, only daughter of Mr and Mrs W. G. Parcell, Fernley Lodge, Manorbier. On October 3rd (by licence), at St. David's Church, Prendergast. by the Rev. Gwilym Smith, William Frederick Noot, eldest son of Mr John Noot, North Parade, Haverfordwest, to Martha Ann, only daughter of Mrs Frances Thomas. Prendergast. On the 12th inst., by license, at the Registry Office, Haverfordwest, Alfred Thomas Evans, Little Haven to Ann Richards, Merlin's Bridge. DEATHS. On September 14th, killed in action, Sergt. James Edwards, 2nd Welsh Regt., son of Mr Charles Edwards, Merlin's Hill, Haverfordwest. On September 30th, at NVeybrigge, John, eldest son of the late Richard Carrow. of John- ton Hall, in this county, aged 58. On Oct. Hth, at 21, Lewis Street, Riverside, Cardiff, Doreen, the dearly loved youngest child of George and Mary Davies; deeply mourned. On the 11th inst., at Cambrian Place, in this town, Roselia, the beloved wife of Mr Lambert Harrison, aged 51 years deeply regretted. Funeral will take place to morrow (Thursday) for Uzmaston, leaving the house at three o'clock. IN MEMORIAM. In loving memory of Beatrice Helene (Beatie), eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs T. Adams, late of Haverfordwest, and wife of Mr M. G. Williams, Alma House, Bufferland, Pembroke Dock, who died after a long and painful illness on October Sth, 1913, aged 31. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. Mr CharlesEdwardsand Family deaire to thank most sincerely the many kind friends who have sent them expressions of sympathy in their recent bereavement. Mrs Blackstock and family of Waterloo Road, Hakin, desire to thank all the friends for the kind expressions of sympathy sent them in their J recent bad bereavement. 117i1

Roose SESSIONS.  sessions were beH at the Sliire Hall, Haver- f "*dvvcst ou Sat.rday, before Messrs W. HoweH S. alters (In the chair), George Thomas (Bicton), L. ?MRon. A. W. Massy, J. T. FIsber, W. T. Davies, ?d E. W. B. Snmmers. DRUNK AND DISORDERLY. Albert Teagae, fisherman, was fined 103 and costs for being drunk and disorderly in the High Street, eyJand, on September 24th. He was seen stagger- tog about and using filthy language. NO LIGHTS. Thomas Harries, labourer, St. Ishmael's was sum- moned for riding a bicycle without a light on the Dale road. He told P.O. Miles, who stopped him, that there was something wrong with the lamp and be could not get it to burn. Fined Is and costs. Benjamin Jenkins, labourer, Mullock, was sum- fnoned for driving a horse and cart without a light OD October 5th on the Dale road. He stated to P.O. Miles that the wick of his lamp had burnt out. Fined Is and costs. William Hay, pensioner, Burton, was summoned for a similar offence on the Pembroke Dock road on October 6th. Defendant pleaded guilty and said that it was a nice light night. His lamp bad been lit and be was not on the road five minutes without a light. P.O. Morgans proved the case and defendant Was fined 6s 6d inclusive. ASSAULT. Thomas White, Rosemarket, summoned his brother-in-law. James Phillips, for assaulting him. Complainant, giving evidence, said that he was asleep in the house by himself when defendant came at 11 o'clock midnight and assaulted him. He got in through the window. Complainant had to go to the doctor and have four titches put in his lip. Defendant said that he was coming from Neyland and his sister asked him to call at the house to fetch a pair of shoes. He tapped at the door and bad no answer, so he tapped at- the window. Again failing to any reply be got in through the window and White hit him with a poker. White denied this, as be said he was in bed at the time. Defendant said that after he was bit with the poker there was a scuffle and he got too many for White. White bit him in the lid and hit him on the shoulder and arm. The policeman saw the marKS. Replying to a question from tbebeneb defendant stated that he called for the shoes at that hour as be was late home from work and had to go to Neyland. P.C. Davies gave evidence of serving the defendant with the summons. He showed him some scratches on his face, but he saw nothing on his shoulder. The other man was badly knocked about and his lip was banging before the stitches were put in. The Chairman You may have a grievance against your brother-in-law, but yon must not go blundering jnto people's houses at that time of night. You will be fined £1 and costs. Defendant was given 11 days in which to find the money. RATES AND RENT. Margaret Douglas, schoolmistress, Talbenny, haviug failed to pay her poor rate an order was made against her for payment. An order was made against William George Picton at the instance of Ann Harries who sought to recover possession of a small tenement. SEAMEN IN TROUBLE. Joseph Thomson was summoned for conspiring with Alfred Bryant to disobey lawful commands on board the fishing boat Angle. Alfred Bryant was brought up in custody charged with being absent without leave and with continued wilful disobedience. Both defendants pleaded guilty but said they were under the influence of drink at the time or it would not nave happened. Mr E. Lort Stokes, Tenby, for the Neyland Trawling Co., explained that Bryant gave trouble and refused to go to sea. He was brought before the Customs and eventually agreed to go, when the man Thomson came on the scene and persuaded him not to go. If it bad not been for Thomson there would have been no trouble. Thomson incited the other man nGt to do his duty. It was most im- portant that men on boats of this kind should obey orders at once. Otherwise they caused considerable. trouble, inconvenience and expense, and delay in going to sea. Bryant had given trouble before but be did not want to press the case more against him than the other man. Thomson said he was under the influence of drink and did not know what he was saying. jlr Jones, manager of the Neyland Trawling Co., said that Bryant failed to sign last time and the police bad to be fetched before he would go to sea. Both defendants were sent down for seven davs with hard labour. PATERNITY. Myra Reynolds, Rosemarket, summoned William Johns, of Thornton, to show cause, etc., in respect of her child, a girl, born on the 7th September. Mr Johns, Milford Haven, appeared for the defen- dant, who was in artillery uniform. The complainant said she was eighteen years of age, and met defendant at May Fair, Haverfordwest, last year. After hearing conflicting evidence from both sides the magistrates made an order for 3s per week.

H.S.P.C.A. Street Collection. The annual street collection organised by Mrs Webb-Bowen, this year reached the very satisfactory total of £8 16s 9d. Below are given the names of collectors:- B. d. Miss Ada John 2 10 7* Miss Evelyn Powell 1 0 10 Miss Mildred Thomas 0 16 31 Miss Gwladys Davies 0 15 6 Miss Gwladys Weller 0 13 2 Miss Doris Allen 0 10 O Miss Maggie Roberts 0 9 9 Miss Bessie James 0 9 2 Miss Hilda Williams 0 6 11 Miss Miriam Woolcock 0 5 10j Miss Ivy Harries 0 5 0 Miss Mabel Weller 0 4 0 Miss Norah Davies 0 3 102 Miss Theresa Thomas 0 1 Hi Miss lizzie Griffiths 0 1 11 Miss Amy Rees 0 1 5 Miss Gwen Williams 0 0 11- Total £ 8 16 9 On Thursday afternoon Mrs Webb-Bowen enter- tained the collectors to tea at Mrs E. Nicholas, Hill Street. Each collector was given a prize as a mark of appreciation, and a musical programme was gone through, most of the songs being Welsh. Miss N. Owen recited and Miss Evelyn Powell sang.

RECRUITING. Recruiting has been very much brisker this week than last. The following have signed on since our last list was published :— L J. Kosser—vveisn jtvegiment. W. Bevan—R.A.M.C. T. Smith—Winchester Regiment. T. Bryne-R.G.A. T. Griffitbs-R.G.A. L. McNamee—S.W.B. J. Kelly-S.W.B. C. Spillaine-10th Hussars. W. J. Thomas—A.S.C. W. French.-A.S.C. E. Clark-R.F.A. T. Fitzmaurice—Lancashire Fusiliers. T. James-Welsh Regiment. D. T. Williams—R.A.M.C. J. Bennett—R.A.M.C. D. C. Pritchard-Welsh Regiment. L. B. Farrow-A.S.C. B. Reynolds—R.A.M.C. J. W. Jones-R.A.M.C. RECRUITS' CLOTHING. I The Government have issued a notice to the effect that recruits will be well advised to provide them- selves with a great coat, suit of clothes and a pair of boots in serviceable condition. If passed by their commanding officer, the following allowance for wear and tear will be made if Government articles are not immediately served out:-Great coat, 4s.; suit of clothes, 3s. and boots, 3s.

COUNTY WAR FUND. The following additional contributions are ack-I nowledged £ s. d. G.W.R. Staff—(per Mr Langford) 0 14 7 Dreen Hill Chapel 2 7 0 G.W.R. Staff—(per Mr Langford) 0 6 0 Bosheston house-to-house 4 16 9 Lanteague Cong. Church collection 2 10 0 Howard P. Griffiths. 20 0 0 Llanfairnantygof house-to-house 5 14 0 Moleston Chapel. 1 5 0 Mrs W. N. James, Glenowen—(Belgian Relief Fund). 2 2 Q Bethel C.M. Church coll., Puncheston 3 6 0 St. Issell's Parish Church collection 17 0 0 St. Mary's Parish Church, Kilgetty, collection I. 1. 1 0 0 Whitchurch house-to-house 86 10 0 Evans,^Penberglog| 0 5 0 Walton West house-to-house 15 5 1 Liangolman house-to-house 18 5 3 St. Dogmell's house-to-house 0 11 6 Maenclochog house-to-house 8 0 0 Cosheston house-to-house ai 8 0 Haroldston West house-to-house 11 9 3 Llwynyrhwrdd Cong. Church coil. 21 10 6 Miss George, Trefoel 2 2 0 Mr McAlpin, Saundersfoot 10 0 Henry's Moat house-to-house 7 0 0 Begelly house-to-house 8 11 0 St. Lawrence, Wolfsoastle, house-to- house 6 4 0 HAVERFORDWEST. Grammar School 1 0 3 St. Thomas Church collection 6 0 0 MissSidwick 0 10 6 • Captain Johnston 0 2 6 NARBERTH. Lampeter Velfrey house-to-house 62 7 6 Lampeter Velfrey Concert 4 13 3 Bethel Baptist Chapel collection. 2 3 6 Narberth South house-to-house 18 6 9 TENBY. C. Egerton Allen 0 2 0 Box at Jasperley House I 18 4 Lloyds Bank-week ending October 10 25 12 1 MILFORD HAVEN. House-to-house collection-per Messrs Hancock and Davies 22 7 6 NEYLAND. Llanstadwell house-to-house 20 15 7 FISHGUARD AND GOODWICK. House-to-house coll.—(white cards). 13 6 4 House-to-house coll.—(red cards) 8 9 7 Aberworks Mission Hall 0 17 6 Coaling Gang. 0 9 0 G.W.R. Staff, Fishguard 2 17 6

Belgian Refugees at Milford Haven. ririFUL SCENES ON THE DOCKS. WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN TEARS. The already large number of Belgian families now resident at Milford Haven is being daily augmented by new arrivals. When the Belgian trawlers first came from Ostend to Milford Haven a month ago several women and children and their belongings came round with them. The later arrivals however have had perforce to make the journey to Folkestone and thence by train to West Wales. Every morning during the last few days the early mail has brought its quota of refugees, chiefly women and children, the families of the fishermen engaged on the trawlers. Anticipating the additional influx, the owners despatched one of the trawlers, the Nixe," back to Ostend to bring round some of the property of the refugees. The vessel returned on Sunday morning..She had a mixed cargo, including a large number of innocent boys, whilst piles of boxes were landed on the Dock quays. Three brake loads of women and children arrived the same day from Johnston Station. At the Docks there was a busv scene and Dock P.S. Evans and his men had their hands full. It was a heartrending spectacle, the goods such as bedding, beds, wringing, washing, and sewing machines, all kinds of domestic requisities strewn about, and the women identifying and sorting out their individual belongings. The sad task proved too much for them and the poor things burst into tears as they came to realise how their homes had been deserted and their belongings brought to a new and strange land. The children also were over- come and spectators of the scene were visibly affected. The boys wheeled away the goods to the various lodgings which had been secured. It is only right to say that the people of Milford Haven have shown "the sufferers the greatest kindness and houses have been thrown open to them. At the present time there are about 150 Belgian women and children in the town and to them must be added the 280 men engaged on the trawlers. The streets presented a I new sight and everyone feels for the stranger within the gates. One cannot move without hearing the sound of a strange language, but many of the Belgians speak fair English and ere long the children will soon get a good knowledge of Englibh by mixing with the natives. The trawlers have had a remarkably good time on the herrings and now that the season is over they are on the general fishing.

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THE PEMBROKESHIRE TEACHERS AND THE WAR FUND. T) the Editor of the Milford Haven Telegraph." DEAR MR. EDITOR,—With your kind permission I wish to draw the attention of those Head Teachers in the county who have not beard what has been passed by the Teachers' Council. At a meeting held in Haverfordwest a few weeks ago it was decided to ask all the teachers in the county to give every month while the war lasts a miuimum of sixpence a week to the War Fund. I am pleased to say that some are already giving four shillings each. It was decided that lbalf o!f the amount collected be sent to theN.U.T. Executive to be paid into the Prince of Wales's Fund, and that the other half be paid into Lord St. Davids' County Fund to be used locally. It was also passed that the secretary and treasurer of the County Association act in the same capacity for the Fund. I should also like to bring before the notice of the head teachers that at a meeting of the St. Davids and District Teachers' Association held at Llanrhian on Saturday last, Mr W. D. Evans, Solva, brought forward the matter of asking the children in the schools to contribute on behalf of the refugee children from Belgium now in this country. We are sure that there is scarcely a head teacher m the county who has not poiniea oui to De syboi-ars the great losses sustained by the Flemish children, many of them ha.veen errIby wounded, and are now orphans and b9?pe?es8. It is not intended tha? the children should ask tbe]r parents for money, but that they should instead of spending their pooket money on sweets make a little sacrifice on behalf of these dear little sufferers. We feel certain a good substantial sum may be obtained in this manner. As treasurer of the Teachers War Fund I was asked to act as treasurer of this fund also. I shall there- fore be most pleased to receive any amounts given by the children of the county. Wheq bead teachers torward the monthly amount for ihe War Fund, the amount given by the children for the Belgian refugee children could be sent the same time. The amount thus collected will be sent by me to the Belgian Refugee Children's Fund in the name of the Pembrokeshire elementary school children. Thanking you in anticipation for kindly inserting this letter. I am, dear sir, lours faithfully, FREDERICK LEWIS, Hon. Treasurer County Associ^t^oo. Council School, St. Davids.

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NEYLAND COUNCIL. THE FERRY QUESTION. A special meeting of the Neyland Urban District Council was held on Monday to consider the question of the restrictions placed upon the Neyland to Hobbs Point Ferry after dark. There were present Messrs J. Skone (Chairman), J. James (vice-chairman), J. Hier, H. Thomas, John Edwards, J. Phillips, W. Gwilliam, G. Roach, J. Saunders, G. M. Yoyle, Wm. Edwards, W. Berry, J. V. Harries (Urban District Council), and W. John (Town Improvements Asso- ciation. ) The Chairman, explaining the object for which the meeting had been called, said that they wanted to see if anything could be done to lift the embargo which bad been placed upon the ferry. At the last meeting of the Council the Clerk- was instructed to write to Major Guest, M.P. and Mr Walter Roch, M.P., asking for their assistance. He asked the Clerk to read the replies from those gentlemen. Clerk: You also instructed me to invite three delegates from the Tdtvn Improvements Association and from the Chamber of Trade to come here and discuss the matter with the Council. I called a meeting of the Chamber of Trade for Thursday night but there were not sufficient members there to bold a meeting, so no delegates were elected, and I have not heard that anyoneiias been appointed from the Town Improvements Association. He then read the letter which he wrote to Major Guest, which was to the effect that the Council bad heard he had already taken the matter up and if that were so would he kindly inform the Council of the result of his efforts so far. Major Guest replied that he had taken the matter up with the military and naval authorities who replied that the discontinuance of the service was due to the military exigencies and the safety of the dockyard. He was in further communication with the Admiralty and would let them know when he heard anything further. Mr Roch replied that he thought their best plan was to ask the authorities to meet one or two of their members to discuss the matter frankly. He thought they would not impose any unreasonable restrictions. For the moment," fwrote Mr Roch, we have all to incur some inconvenience and must try to make the best of it." The Chairman said that the question for the meeting to decide was whether thev could do any- thing more or whether they should leave it until they heard further from Major Guest. Most of them would have seen in the local papers the report of the visit of the Mayor and Town Clerk of Pembroke to the Capt.-Superintendent of the Dockyard last week, and the definite refusal by the authority to make anj alterations at present. He then read the report of the visit of the Mayor and Town Clerk of Pembroke to the Capt.-Superintendent, and the latter's suggeston that the Barnlake bridge could be used. Mr Thomas: Mr Roch's suggestion is that we approacn the Military Authorities and ask them to meet a deputation from the Council. I understand that the Military Authorities have no jurisdiction over the ferry at-all. The Chairman Probably Mr Roch does not quite understand the circumstances. Mr Thomas proposed that the Clerk be instructed to write to General Triscott and ask him if he could do anything in the matter. They quite under- stand they would have to put up with inconvenience but that they could have one boat early in the morning, a boat going to meet the 6.30 train from Pembroke Dock. Another one say at 7.SO and one to meet the 10 o'clock train, which would mean three ferries during the evening and one in the early morning that would meet the convenience of the public generally. Mr John (Town Improvement Association) thought a sufficiently strong case bad not been made out in the letter written, with regard to the Dockyard men going to and fro. The Clerk Mr John had nothing to do with the instructions given me to write the letter. Mr "Hier I think it is made perfectly clear what the intention is, as emphasis was laid on the great inconvenience to the public generally, more parti- cularly to the dockyard men going to and coming from their work. Referring to the suggestion about the pontoon bridge crossing Barnlake, Mr Hier said that was outside the bounds of possibility to the general run of people. The charge for crossing was Is. They took advan- tage of the fact that people were compelled to use it. He believed that the Captain Superintendent was the only authority in the matter and that General Triscott was merely in the hands of the Captain Superintendent of the Dockyard. The Pembroke Council had gone to the right source and got an unqualified refusal. The only hope they had, as Mr John said, was to make the representation of the fact that the closing of the Ferry was a very great source of inconvenience to a very great number of men. He thought the only thing they could do was to make a strong case to Major Guest, who seemed to be in communication with higher authorities. As Mr Thomas has said, he continued, we are quite prepared to forfeit some of the privileges we have enjoyed, but still this is one which touches us very dearly and bits us very bard. Our only hope is to follow up and support Major Guest in the appeal he has made to the Admiralty authorities. I will move that as an amendment.—Mr John seconded. Mr ivoyle: The best course we can adopt is to write to the proper authority, that is the Captain Superintendent of the Dockyard. Undoubtedly he is the chief naval officer. The more public bodies that made a move in the matter the greater will be the chances of getting something done. Arrange- ments bad been made by which the Dockyard men would be brought to and from their work. That still left the case of the general public. It the Council approached the Captain Superintendent he might give his reasons. To the man in the street it might seem ridiculous. As the winter came on the ferry would close still earlier and in December the last boat would be about 4.30. He moved that the Council write to the Captain Superintendent. Mr Harries agreed, and said it was a pity the public did not own the Ferrv and the landing rights. He referred to the inconvenience caused to the inhabitants of Haverfordwest and Milford, as well as Xeyland and Pembroke Dock, He seconded Mr oyle's proposal, but thought there was no harm in approaching Major Guest again. Mr James said y he was in sympathy with the remarks of Mr \oyle and Mr Harries, but with regard to the latter's observations about the ferry, h? wcultd ? p.omt out that whoever owned the Ferry the same thing would apply. Mr Harrjesdtd not wish it to be inferred that he thought if they had a more. public Ferry they would be beyond control. Mr Thomas said he merely proposed his resolution so that no channel should be left by which they could get the restrictions removed or at least modified. Mr Hier said that no doubt the Captain-Superin- tendent had considered the matter from every stand- point. He thought it would be a waste of time to approach an authority that had already refused to do anytning. mat is the reason he suggested com municating again with Major Guest. Mr Roach be liked that proposition very much. He thought the suggestion about Barnlake was a frivolous one. Mr Berry said he would second Mr Thomas's resolution if he would agree to write to General Triscott and the Captain-Superintendent. He thought they should get information from all quarters. Mr James said he could not see what object would be served in writing «to General Triscott if the military had no jurisdiction. Mr Berry: Did not Major Guest say that it was for military exigencies that the ferry was stopped? Mr Harries thought they might embody Mr Thomas's suggestion with the other. If both the Captain-Superintendent and General Truscott were approached the two authorities might consider the question together. Mr Thomas pointed out that as Nevland and Pem- broke werejmilitary towns the General would have as much command as the Captain-Superintendent. He did not wish to go over the Captain-Superintendent's head. He agi-eed with the suggestion that both gentlemen be written to. After some further discussion the Chairman put the resolution that General Triscott and the Captain-Superstendent be written to. This was carried. On the motion to write again to Major Guest, Mr boIl,1a,. asked if there was any need to do so as they would be hearing from him again in a day or two. Mr Hier said a fuller statement of their position might be made to him. The authorities at Pem- broke Dock might have approached him as well. Mr Harris: We can acknowledge the letter from Major Guest and embody any further information we may be able to get, and remind him of the fact that four towns are concerned. Mr tiler: i must ask you to put my proposition without any addition from Mr Harries. Mr Yoyle suggested that they could send a &opy of what they wrote to General Truscott and the Captain Superintendent tc. Major Guest. Mr Hier said that, would meet the case. Mr Thomas said that out of respect to both gentlemen they ought to wait till they got their replies before going further up. He moved that as an amendment. Mr Hier That does not agree with the fact that we have already approached Major Guest. Mr Thomas said the letter sent was not in accord- auee with the resolution. The Clerk was instructed to ask his opinion and not to do anything. Mr James took it that Major Guest had acted previous to receiving their letter. The Clerk said he had acted according to instruc- tions. Further discussion ensued and the amendment that the Council wait until they heard from the other-two gentlemen before writing again to Major Guest, was lost, only three being in favour. Mr Hier's resolution that they brg a fuller statement of the case before Major Guest and explaining what they were doing in other directions, was carried. The. C4arn, Mr Voyle, and the Clerk were ap-ppinted, on the proposition of Mr Hier, to draft the letter, Mr James seconding. i-

I Oo You Know? That Dr. Jordan gave his last lecture of a series to the men's detachment of the local branch of the Red Cross Society last week. That two individuals, strangers, visiting the Haven one day recently were cut off by the tide and had to carry their bicycles up the cliff. That a gentleman holding a responsible govern- ment position on a visit to the town was rather astonished to be asked for a deposit of X2 when wishing to hire a bicycle. That it is stated that the present war is costing Great Britain X12 a second. That Mr Colin Rees Davies, who has been spend- ing a holiday in Pembrokeshire, terminates his visit to-day (Wednesday). That Mr W. Canton Roberts, brother of the late Mr Joseph Roberts, of Little Milford, is home on a visit from the United States. That Mr Roberts has booked his return pase by the White Star steamer "Laurentic," and wfll sail for Montreal on the 24th inst. That Mr Fred Gibbon, who has just joined the Army Medical Corps, was married this morning at Neyland.. That Mr Gibbon has to return immediately to barracks. ———— That a motorist slowed down on the Dale Road on Sunday last because he saw what appeared to be a brood of chickens on the road. That as he advanced slowly the chickens resolved themselves into a fine covey of partridges.. That the salmon fishing season closes on the 15th. That the starlings have commenced to flock. That this week's Panch is an excellent number. That its special feature is "Punch and the Prussian Bully." That the Red Cross Examinations take place this week. ———— That we wish the candidates every success. That the Matron of the Infirmary has expressed her pleasure with the efficient way in which the members of the local Branch of the Red Cross Society, who have been to the Infirmary, perform their work. That the local contingent will no doubt feel repaid for the hard work that they have put in during the last few weeks. PERIWINKLE.

Congregational Union- QUARTERLY MEETINGS AT KEYSTON. The quarterly meetings of the South Pembroke- shire Association of the Congregational Union were held at Keyston on Wednesday and Thursday laA. A sermon was preached on the Wednesday evening by the Rev. B. T. Davies, of St. Florence. The following morning a conference was held and various items of business in connection with the Union were disposed of. THE HOOK CONTROVERSY. The question of the dispute between the deacons of the church at Hook and the pastor, the Rev. T. J. Walters, was discussed. It will be remembered that a deputation was sent from the Union to meet the deacons at Hook, but were refused a hearing. It has now been decided to appoint six fresh delegates to visit Hook and go into the matter. They will report the result of their interview to the next quarterly meeting, which will be held at Pembroke Dock. In the afternoon the missionary sermon was preached by the Rev. Samuel Jones of Zion's Hill, followed by an open communion service, at which the Rev. John Lloyd presided. The Rev. E. Nicholson Jones, of Haverfordwest, preached in the evening to a crowded congregation. A splendid dinner and tea were provided by the members of the church at Keyston, ample justice being done to the excellent fare. Who Committee appointed the Rev. John Michael, of Haverfordwest, to preach a sermon before the next quarterly meeting on "Christianity and the present War at Albion Square, Pembroke Dock. In connection with the present meetings the Rev. John Williams, of Saundersfoot, secretary of the South Pembrokeshire Association, preached at Milford Haven on Wednesday evening. All the meetings were well attended and were most successful in every way.

8unday, October 18th. Ebenezer Har- vest Festival services. Sunday, October 18th.—Harvest Festival services at Bethesda Church. Sunday, October 25th. First monthly mission service at Albany Congregational Church. Wesleyan Bazaar, postponed, Sale of Work instead October 22nd 2 30 p.m. Wednesday, November 4th.-S. Martin's Amateur Dramatic Society produce Independent Means" (under distinguished patronage), for the benefit of the Queen's fund for women and the Red Cross work- ing party at White's Cinema Palace Theatre. Thursday, November 19th.—Annual tea and entertainment at Ebenezer Chapel.

Dates to be Remembered at Milford Haven. Every night, at 7.15 and 9— Wadbrook's Picture and Variety Palace. Twice nightly at 7 and 9, Picture Palace, Robert Street. Sunday, October I Sth. -Tabernacle Con- fcregational Sunday School anniversary. Preacher Rev, Griffith J. Evans, B.A., Swansea. Monday, October 19th. Fishermen's social and coffee supper at Wesleyan Chapel. Thursday, November 5th.-Religious Tract society Lantern lecture by the Rev. J. Leon Thomas at Tabernacle Central Hall.