The Welshman

FUNDS AT THE CLOSE, THURSDAY. English Funds have been dull in the continued absence of business, and prices are a shade lower. Railways were heavy all day, and in most cases showed a slight decline. In Land, Bank, and Foreign Stocks, heaviness was appa- rent. Consols for Account, 884; Do. for Money, ¡ 3! per Cent., 89; Bank Stock, 207; Exchequer Bills, large and small, 7-3 dis. South Wales, —; Vale of Neath, —; Bristol & Exeter, Midland, 64J; North Stafford, 8J; Dover, Amber- gate, Caledonian, 55 Eastern Counties, 81 East Lancashire, 70; Edinburgh & Glasgow, 514 Great Western, 521 Lancashire and Yorkshire, 76f Leeds Northern, 12 Brighton, 96; South Western, 80V; Manchester. Sheffield, and Lincoln, 23; North British, 29.1 Newcastle & Berwick, North Midland, —; North Eastern Leeds, 12 Do. York, 45J North Eastern Berwick, 68; South Eastern, .57i London and North Western, gii Do. South Western. 85i Great Northern, 884. Land.—Agricultural, 28; Crystals, 21.

THE CARMARTHEN MODEL AND NATIONAL I SCHOOLS. Tue annual examination of the children taught in these schools took place on Friday last, in the giris school room in the presence of the Lord Bishop of St. David's, the Yen. Archdeacon Devan, M A., the Rev. D. A. Williams, the Rev. AY. Reed, and several visitors, but on account of a heavy fall of snow the attendance was not near so large as on former occasions. The examination was in the Scriptures, grammar, geography, and arithmetic, and was conducted by the Bishop, the Rev. W. Reed and Mr. Fuge. The result was satisfactory, although it was impossible from the pro- ceedings to form a correct estimate of the system of instruction pursued, or of the proficiency of the scholars. This must have been obvious to all who were present, and was in some respects discouragiug to the teachers, as they would have preferred the friends of the school to witness the real progress which the children had made. There was however .sufficient evidence of careful instruction in the various elements of learning exceedingly creditable to Mr. Fuge and Miss Thomas, who are entrusted with the educa- tion of the scholars. The number of boys on the books is 104, and of girls 149. At the conclusion of the examina- tion, The Lord Bishop said, the managers of these schools were glad to see so many present in this inclement weather, and it was well that they should have as many as possible pre- sent on these public occasions, as they had a more important effect in the working of the schools than appeared, at first ^Jght. The prospect of a public examination, even before a "mitcd number, had the effect of exciting attention, and ''?Pping in constant view particular subjects, and thus aiding  general working of the schools. This was felt and ad- ?tted by all who had had much experience in such mat-  On the other hand, the friends of the schools might 'othing of their working C4cept en these public exaini- ?.°"s, and it should therefore be borne in mind that they aff. Ord Only a slight indication of what they were doing, par- l?ula?IY ? the questions were put to the children by those tic ??c not familiar with their habits and with the prac- »hat°| the schools, and consequently could not draw out "It had been acquired on the various subjects. Taking p'rJhlgS ?"? consideration the examination to-day had Proypi ? salisfactory as they had really any reason to expect. The aPPf.anmco of the children, that of the boys particu- larl "le-liaell hiua to think that Mr. ?Se ?bou?d under '?YaBt?$<u$a? M Wa 1iie PrMDt, M i(? a number of his most promising scholars at a time when they were making the most rapid progress. He must say that nothing had occurred in the course of this examination that appeared to him to indicate less satisfactory progress than on former occasions. The interest persons felt in these schools was possibly greater now than before, and no exer- tion was spared to bring them to a high state of prosperity. He would now more directly address the children before him, some of whom might not return after the vacation, but to all, young and old, he would say, they had very good reason indeed to be thankful to Almighty God for having given them an opportunity of learning that which they now were and had been learning in these schools. It was hardly pos- sible for them to judge of the greatness of the benefit they were permitted to enjoy. Hundreds now in affluent circum- stances who, when children, had not a tenth of the oppor- tunities and advantages possessed by those who now hehrd him. They learn a greater number of things-iii fact, vari- ous branches of knowledge were brought within their reach, and if they did not avail themselves of it the fault rested entirely with themselves. lie wanted to impress that fact upon their minds—that they had great advantages, great privilages, which they should not throw away. All de- pended on themselves. But any amount of learning was of very little use unless they acquired a habit and a wish to learn more, for without it they would soon forget all that they had acquired. If they had the disposition to make the most of what they had learned, and added more to it continually, it would prove of incalculable advantage to them. But, after all, perhaps, the thing which was of most use and value to them was that which he hoped was not the least esteemed. If he wanted a person for any employ- ment under him—say that of a servant—what did they sup- pose he would enquire about ? He would not ask whether he could write a gcod hand, or had read a good many books; he would not ask whether he was quick at casting jup HC- counts, or whether he could tell him the names of all the kings of England but the questions he would put were, whether he was honest and truth-telling—whether lie was sobl rand temperate—whether lie was upright and just in all his dealings—whether he was trustworthy, and would do his work in his absence as when present—whether he was in- dustrious and useful. There was a great difierence in peo- ple God distributed his gifts in unequal proportion, but they had this for their comfort, that the best things were alike common to all, and in them every onc-eycn the dul- lest—could excel as well as the quickest and the sharpest and these were the blessed lessons learned from the Word of Goù. If they did not make proper use of the opportunities given them it would be the greatest calamity that could befal them. They had just been singing Earth is a desert drear, And Heaven is our home." Earth was certainly a dreary place compared to Heaven, for whatever happiness was cnjoyed here it Nas necessarily of short duration, and it was ,'Ll ?? a desert because they were in search of a better country. But it ought not to be a desert drear to any of them, although such would be the case if they wandered about; but if they followed the right road and went the straightest and shortest way to the kingdom of Heaven, thev would there find the desert blossoming as the rose. He wanted them to bear these truths in mind. They were about to leave school for a short time, and on the'.r return he hoped it would not be found that they had forgotten anything they had previously learned. There were long nights before them, and he hoped they would make good use of them at their books and papers, so as to show when they came back that they had made good use of their time. Time is short, and this was the most precious portion of their lives. They should remember that the night was coming in which no man can work, and therefore the necessity to make the best use of their time. This concluded the examination, and the visitors dis- persed.

I P Ell B It OKE S III PE. I I SHIRE-HALL HAVERFORDWEST. 1 The Petty Sessions for the H undred of Ranse were held on Saturday last, before John Lloyd Morgan, Esq., and the Rev. Thomas Watts. Thomas Bevan, of Milford, charged John Williams, with an assault. Convicted and fined os. and costs, which were paid, Nathaniel Bennett, of Milford, charged William bollant, Patrick Collins, Joshua Childs, Richard Edwards, John Edwards, Thomas Morris, and William Llewhellin, of the parish of Marloes, with stealing wreck, from a ship called the Gazelle," on or about the 25th of November, last. Mr. John Crymes James appeared on behalf of the com- plainant and also for the overseer, a gentleman residing at Swansea and Mr. Mathias, of the firm of Evans, Powell and Mathias, for the defendants. As it was arranged that defendants should begin, Mr. Mathias stated that his clients had given notice of the wreck, to the receiver of droits at Dale, and had conse- quently committed no offence, and called, Mr. William Ree, who said I live at Dale. I have been deputed by the Admiralty, Receiver of Droiis, to re- ceive reports. I received notice from parties in Dale, on the 27th December last. I wrote a note to Mr. Harries in- forming him of it. Cross-examined I did not receive a written notice from any of the parties charged. Arthur Harries, exapiiried I live at Hakin. I am one of the Receiver of Droits of the Admiralty. I remember the letter coming from last witness. I now produce it. I went to Dale and saw the spars. I did not see the sails. Cross-examined: I went on the 2Gih. I received the letter on the 26th in the morning. I saw a boat with the crew engaged in cutting some of the masts, and the gear, and all that was above water. I gave no directions to them. None of the defendants were present when I was at Mar- loes. It was beautiful weather all the time. Mr. James having briefly stated the complainant's case and contended that, inasmuch as the notice had not been given in writing as required by the statute, their worships could not take cognizance of it, nor in fact was any notice given until the parties knew they were to be proceeded against and then only by a person unauthorized, and as this was a case of a very serious nature, and one that could not possibly meet with; too severe punishment, as similar cases were of frequent occurrence on the coast, he would endeavour to bring before the bench sufficient evidence to convict each defendant of a very serious crime, and called Nathaniel Bennett, who said I was captain of the schooner, "Gazelle," which was wrecked in St. Bride's Day, on the 21th of November last. All the sails were cut save the top gafsail. I have seen the top sail and flying jib, topsail yard, stunsail boom, a piece of the fore yard, some running rigging and blocks, all cut in the house of defendant, Thomas Morris. I am certain they all belonged to Alr. Ileiiry John Morgan. Thomas Morris, examined I live at Martins Haven. I have been at sea, I saw the Gazelle" on Saturday even- ing off Gilton Head. She was sunk. Half her topmast was tip. It was fine. The breeze north east. I saw all of the defendants in a boat. I do not know who touched the mast. I saw every one touch the sail. They carried them onshore. They took the topsail and flying jib. This was the evening of the 24th. They took the topsail yard, stunsail boom, piece of foreyard, and some rigging. I did not see the gallant sail. It was about three or four o'clock in the afternoon. The defendants were each convicted ip t5 and costs, or in default of payment in a fortnight to be levied by distress, and in default of distress each to be imprisoned for two calendar months. XARBEltTH.-The Baptist Sunday school in this town, numbering about 150, celebrated their anniversary on Tues- day last, by parading the streets, and afterwards with the teachers partaking together of tea and cake in the school room adjoining the chapel. The children and friends then proceeded to the chapel, when the scholars were examined by Mr. Thomas, their minister, in scripture and other subjects prepared for the occasion. At the conclusion, Mr. Phillips, minister of :,[oliesfoii, Glelivered a short address, and the children sung with taste and spirit a beautiful parting hymn, when the meeting separated, very much pleased with the proceedings of the day. NARIIERTH.— FATAL ACCIDENT AT STEPASIDE, NEAR THIS TOWN.—On Saturday last, two .men, named George Thomas and John Barnett, were killed while descending a coal pit belonging to the Pembrokeshire iron and coal com- pany. An inquest was held on view of the bodies on Mon- day last, but upon the jury being sworn it was adjourned until Friday (to-day), in order to await the presence of the government inspector. Each of the deceased have left a large family to deplore their untimely end. NAREERTII POLICE COUrT.-On Monday last, before J. Ll. P. Lewis, J. P. Beynon, and J. James, Esqrs. Benjamin Morgan, shoemaker, of Saundersfoot, was brought up in the custody of Police Superintendent Truscott, charged with uttering a counterfeit sovereign to Ann Duckfield, of Nar- bortli. Upon the application of Mr. Thomas Lewis, solicitor, the prisoner was remanded until the following Thursday, I (yestcnhy) when the case was fully heard, and the prisoner committed to take his triai at the ensuing quarter sessions. Bail was subsequently given for his appearance. HAVERFORDWEST. On Monday last Lord and Lady Milford, through their agents, Messrs. Goode and Owen, distributed amongst 105 of the aged and necessitous poor of this town, GOO lbs. of beef, and gave 80 half-crowns to 80 other poor persons. SERIOUS ACCIDENT.—An accident occurred on Saturday night last, which might have been attended with serious consequences, As Mr. Vaillant, jun., was returning from Haverfordwest in his pony phoeton in company with ano- ther gentleman he was run down by a fly near Johnson, driven by a man of the name of Francis, who not only oc- cupied the centre of the road, but when within a few yards of them pulled across and literally rode over them and broke the phxton to pieces. HAVERFORDWEST PETTY SESSIONS.—These sessions were held at the Shire Hall, on the 26th instant, before John LI. Morgan, Esq., and the Rev. Thomas Watts. William Tho- mas, of Lamboston, farmer, appeared to answer the com- plaint of the police for riding- in his cart, drown by two horses, through the town, without any person on foot or on horseback to guide them. The defendant pleaded guilty, and was fine 6ù. and 7s. costs, which were paid.—James Phil- lips, of Pontfaen, also appeared to answer the complaint of the police fer having allowed his cart to remain in the Castle Square a longer time than was necessary for leading or un- loading. Case dismissed. PEMBROKESHIRE FAT CATTLE Snow,—The annual ex- hibition of fat stock was held at the Show Yard, Haverford- west, on Wednesday. There were three animals exhibited. The following are the awards :-For the best fat ox or steer, of any ige or breed, a prize of 17, to G, II. Kin- derle),, Esq. For the second best ditto, £ 3, to A. J. Stokes, Esq. The above premiums were given by the Town and County of Haverfordwest. For the best and approved sample pf any named and variety of seed Wheat, a prize of jE2 10s., to Mr. B- Phillips, Sboa'.shook. For the best and approved sample of common Barley, £ 2 10s. to Mr. Samuel Williams, Treginnis, St. David's The weight of these samples was, respectively, wheat 63 lùs., barley 54 lbs. The obove premiums for corn were given by George Roch, Ksq., Butterhiil. The llev. C. H. Barham offered a premium for oats, but there was no competition. Mr. Barlik,ut how ever, showed a good sample of white, weighing THE LATE CASE OF INFANTICIDE.—Sarah Edmonds, aged 21, who had been transmitted from Pembroke Dock, was brought up by the police, charged by the Superintendent with having murdered her illegitimate child. Mr. Robinson informed the bench that the evidence was of a circumstan- tial nature, and applied for a remand to enable him to make further enquiries. William James, Esq., appeared in court to defend the accused. The hearing of the case was adjsurned until Friday (this day). PEMBROKE Docii.-On Friday last, at the Christmas market, there was an excellent show of beef and mutton, and some of the stalls were decorated in a style to indicate that there was something more than usual to be seen. The stall of Mr. Eastlake was graced by a pair of beautiful ox's horns, highly polished. The next stall that attracted attention was that of Mr. Thomas Davies, over which was suspended an ox's head, surrounded with evergreens, with four'oranges suspended, and trimmed with orange ribbon. The beef would have graced any English shambleg. One of the oxen was fed by Mr. Llewellyn, of Ilory's rirk the other by Mr. Williamson, of Greenhill; and the mut- ton was of a superior description, being of a character to rival Goldsmith's famous haunch of venison. Poultry of every description was abundant, and met a ready sale at high prices. PEMBROKE DOCK.—The launch of the Flying Fish took place on Thursday week. She was named by Mr. J. H. Philipps, M.P., of Williamston and her dimensions are as fullolV; Lcngth between perpendiculars, 200ft.; do. of keel for tonnage, 179ft. breadth extreme, 30ft. 4in.; do. for tonnage, 30ft. 2J-in.; do, moulded, 29ft. 4Ht. depth in hold, lift. Gin. burden ill tons, 871 i engines, 3.30 horse- power. Riggers have arrived from Portsmouth for the pur- pose of jury i-iggli-.g her. IENRY LIFE-BOAT.—AVe noticed in our last impression the satisfactory trial of the life-boat recently attached to this place. On the same afternoon about four o'clock she was triedin reality. The schooner Agenoria, of Bideford, having been disabled in consequence of her sails being blown away, and other casualties, while running for this pier, was observed to become unmanageable, and to drive on shore near St. Catherine's Rocks. The spa made a com- plete breach over her. The life-boat was immediately manned and launched. After a hard pull through the heavy breakers, the life-boat reached the wreak, and took off the crew of three hands. The mate of the vessel had been un- fortunately washed overboard in the channel and drowned. At nine p.m. intelligence was again brought to the life-boat's crew that another vessel was on shore near Gaiter Point, i about two miles distant from this place. No time WaS lost in procuring horses to take the life-boat to the nearest place for launching her. This was successfully accomplished in the midst of a fearful sea. The crew of the life-boat man- fully persevered, notwithstanding that each successive sea broke over them, and about midnight they succeeded in reaching the wreck, and in taking her crew on board in an exhausted state. A lad of about 16, who was in a saate of insensibility, was dragged along the deck into the life-boat. lie continued in this state for several hours after lie was taken to a farm house in the neighbourhood. Another boy was forcibly drawn up from the cabin, and placed in the boat, and the crew. consisting of five hands, were safely landed. 1 lie vessel soon after began to break up, and sub- sequently became a total wreck. She proved to be the iMench schooner Alexandra, of Nantes, from Cardiff to Nantes, with coals. The life-boat belongs to the Royal National Life-boat Institution, London, and was recently altered at Limehouso to Mr. James Peakc's plan. She had only just returned to her station before she was called our to rescue the crews of these two vessels, who would, in all probability, have perished but for the opportune assistance. I

GLAMORGANSHIRE. J MERTIIYR.—The pits here would have been soon stopped for want of water, but we had a copious supply of tain com- mencing on Saturday and continuing for several days, which prevented the inconvenience that would have arisen. GAS WORI^S.—Measures are in coutppiplatiQp for erecting gas works at Rowlais, which is now supplied from Merthyr- PLYMOUTH WOHKS Sciiooi,Tlic scholars at the boys' school passed a creditable examination in English Grammar, Scripture History", Scripture Geography, General History, Arithmetic, &c., on the 19th instant, in the presence of the Rev. J. C. Campbell, M.A., Rector of Mcrthyr Tydfil, and David Joseph, Esq., manager of the works. The gii Is' school also gave great satisfaction. THE YEAR 1848—ITS REVOLUTIONS AND RESULTS.—An. interesting lecture on this subject w £ }s delivered liy II. A llruce, Esq., M.P., (11 the 19th inst., at the Dowlais new school room, to a large and highly respectable audience, the Rev. J. C. Campbell, M.A., in the chair. M ERTHYR.— The Temperance Eisteddfod, oa Christmas day, passed pff with great eclat. There was a grand conceit ut Dowlais BchooliCiom in the evening, at which the atten- dance Wittier; large. MERTHYR.—INQUESTS. — An inquest was held at the Stag Inn, Aberdare, on the 18th inst., on the body of Jno. Davies, labourer, aged 47, who was discovered fearfully crushed, in the pit where the crank of the fly wheel works. It appeared that deceased went into the place whilst in a state of in- toxication, instead of going home to his lodgings. He sur- vived only a short time after he was found. Verdict— Accidental death." On the 20 h, at the Cardiff Arms, Hirwann Iron Works, by John Morgan, lsq., deputy-co- roner, on the body of David Davies. collier, aged 22, who was instantaneously killed by the fall of about four tons of coal upon him. Verdict-" Accidental death." MERTHYR POLICE.—Before J. C. Fowler, and W. Tho- mas, Eqrs., David Davies, Hock and Fountain, was charged with selling beer at illegal hours on Sunday. P.S. Griffiths, and P.C. Grayson proved the charge. Fined zCl and costs. Elizabeth Richards was charged with stealing a gown, the property of Janet Thomas, servant at the Prince of Wales, George Town. It appeared that the gown had been pawned, but as the pawnbroker could not swear to the defendant she was discharged. John and Ann Thomas were charged by Mrs. Gay, late of the Morlais Castle, with stealing a club box, containing a note of hand for .£20, and some other papers. It appeared that the female prisoner was an officer of the club, and that the box in question was removed to the Xelson Inn by the desire of the members. The case was therefore dismissed.

BRECONSHIRE. I BRECON.—Our annual show of Christmas fare took place OIl Friday last, when the various shops were gaily decorated. Commencing with Mr. Trew's shop in Ship-street, we ob- served two splendid beeves, bred and fed by Mr. Bufton, of Lady Harbour Eardisley, and one bred by Mrs. Williams, Penkell v Castle. He had also a beautiful calf from Mr. Button's farm, and some very fine sheep from the same place, and some porkers and several sheep bred by Mr. Trew him- self. Mr. li. Price showed three very nice heifers, two bred by Mr. Daniels, Chilson, and one by Rees Williams, Esq., Manest; a calf from Mr. Vaughan's, Llanfillo, and porkers from Mr. Bendall, Abercynrig. Mr. Price had also some very fine wethers fed by himself. Mr. Thomas Edwards had two splendid beeves from Rees Williams, Esrp, Manest several Southdowns from the pen of Captain Peel, Llan- stephan; and two fine porkers from J. J. de Winton, Esq. Mrs. Maund had a fine stock of meat, comprising a cow from Mr. Edwards, Pontwillim, and a heifer from Mr. Brown, Winforton. The latter gentleman also supplied Mrs. Maund with some fine sheep, and she exhibited two porkers fed by Mr. Edwards. Mr. Thomas Powell had a fine heifer bred and fed bv Mr. Daniels, Chilson, and some very fine sheep from Captain Tell, Tymawr. Mr. Williams showed a nice display of meat, and other butchers' stalls were set off with a display of animal food of all kinds. The poultry market was well filled, and everything sold exceedingly well. The show of meat was quite equal, if not superior to that of former years in this town. BRECON.—CHRISTMAS EVE.—All the public offices and most of the shops in Brecon were closed 011 Monday last, the clerks and young men having thus had the advantage of three days' holiday, were enabled to enjoy the company of their friends at this festive season. BRECON NEW GAS COMPANY.—This new Company pro- gresses most satisfactorily. All the shares have been taken, and there were upwards of sixty applications for shares above the number required. The provisional committee met on Friday, and made an equitable a lotinent of shares, so that all the applicants had shares allotted to them. The old works are about being valued by two eminent engineers, and it is hoped that the new works will be in active operation next winter.

BRECON PETTY SESSIONS. I These sessions were held on Monday, before Col. Pearce, K.H., and Walter Maybery, Esq. The Overseers of St. John's and St. David's were respec- tively summoned for non-payment of Union calls. The Overseers of St. John's appeared, and informed their worships that one of the calls, amounting to £ 75, had been paid into the bank 011 Saturday morning last, and that a rate of 2s. in the pound was about being made to provide for the payment of other calls. They had made five rates in the parish during the last year—two at Is. in the pound, and three at Is. 6d. in the pound had paid £ 666 Is. union calls, £ 14-3 for county rate, and £ 132 lis. 3d. borough rate, since the 25th of last March, amounting in the whole to the large sum of £ 913 13s. 7d. Under the circumstances, their worships granted the over- seers a fortnight for the payment of the next call of £75. John Yviliiams and William Williams, of Talachddu, la- b?nrers in the employ of Mr. Ernest, were charged bv Mr. William Williams, of Penlwyn, Troscoed, with assaulting him in the street and subsequently 0:1 the same evening, at the Black Cock Inn, on Saturday night last. The complainant, who presnted a frightfully swollen face, stated that on Saturday evening l?t he had been at Mr. Ernest's office with the defendant John Williams, in con- seq uence of some dispute between them. Defendant left before him, and oil his returning, when opposite the New Lion, the defendant came up to him, and struck him a vio- lent blow under the car and then knocked him down The complaiaant then went into the Black Co^k, where ho was again attacked by the two defendants and much abused. The complainant's wife stated that the two men had at- t icked her husband as soon as he came into the house. She was also struck by one of them, and had received a black eye. In reply to Colonel Pearce, Mrs. Williams stated that she could not say that she was wilfully struck, but that it might have been an accidental blow in the scuflle. His worship said if the blow had been intentionally struck it would have much aggravated the offenee. Mr. Bishop, who appeared for the defendants, elicited from the complainant that there had been a dispute between them as to a ram which he had sold Mr. Ernest, and which had turned out badly. Mr. S. B. Evans, who appeared fur complainant, reminded their worships that no dispute could justify such an as- sa ult, in which their worships concurred, and fined John Williams I- 3 and costs, or a month's imprisonment, and W. Williams, the other defendant, zCl and costs, or a fortnight's imprisonment, The respective fines were paid by the defendants, f 11.1

REASONS FOR THE UNION OF ST. DAVID'S COL- LEGE, LAMPETER, WITH CHRIST'S COLLEGE, BRECKNOCK. The fultoulng circular has been issued: The Committee, who have undertaken the duty of solicit- ing contributions for the erection of Collegiate Buildings at Brecknock, desire to make known to the public, the grounds on which they advocate the removal of St. David's College from Lampeter, and its union at Brecknock with the more ancient foundation of Christ's College. It is to be regretted that the promoters of a measure, which is calculated to confer important benefits upon the Principality, and who are labouring to further, what they believe to be, the true interests of their countrymen, should be charged with pursuing private ends, to the manifest injury of those public objects, of which they are said to be ignorant or unmindful. The measure which they are seeking to promote is, how- ever, of far too impoitant a character, to be defeated by rousing narrow local prejudices, and should be regarded in its probable influence on large public, questions. To such considerations alone, the Committee invite the attention of their countrymen. The inadequacy of the endowments of St. David's College, to provide a liberal education for those peisons in the Princi- pality, destined for Holy Orders, who, from the scantiness of their means, arc unable to graduate at an English University, has been long felt and acknowledged and in the year lHol, a memorial, praying for an augmentation of the income of the College, was presented to the Ecclesiastical Commissioners by Lord Dynevor, as the Chairman of a meeting held at the 1 hatched House Tavern, which comprised Bishops, Peers, Members of Parliament, and other persons connected with Wales. At the time the condition of St. David's College was thus brought to the notice of the Ecclesiastical Commissioners, they were engaged in an inquiry, relating to the property of Christ's College, which resulted in an arrangement, whereby the portion of the property of that College, applicable to educational objects, was definitively adjusted and by an itet ]cnown as the "Christ College of Brecknock Act 1853," the endowments of the College are secured in perpetuity, and set apart for carrying on at Brecknock the designs of the Royal Founder of the College. Few measures received more mature consideration than the Brecknock College Act. Before the introduction of the Bill into Parliament its provisions were carefully examined by the Ecclesiastical Commissioners and in its progress it was submitted, first to the Law Officers of the Crown, and next to one of the Vice-Chancellors, Sir William Page Wood. who signified his entire approval of the measure and it was subsequently considered in each of the Housos of Parliament, not only by the whole House, but also by a Select Committee. It is the manifest duty of the Ecclesiastical Commissioners, as the constituted guardians of those ecclesiastical revenues which have been entrusted to their management, to take care that the funds applicable to collegiate objects in South Wales shall be employed in the manner most advantageous to the interests of the Principality, inasmuch, as by the judicious employment of such funds, a smaller sum will be withdrawn irom ecclesiastical sources to augment the income of St. David's College. Two separate collegiate foundations in South Wales, must either struggle for existence with scanty endowments, and a limited course of study, or be provided with incomes largely augmented from ecclesiastical revenues already grievously impoverished. But by an union of the Colleges, and without an inconvenient sacrifice of ecclesiastical income, a competent endowment can be provided for one foundation, possessing an adequate staff of professors qualified to supply an education of a more general character. The Act, therefore, contained two classes of provisions—one compulsory, applicable to Christ's College, and the other permissive, applicable to St. David's College. Under the compulsory powers, certain persona, including 1j the Bjshopa of St. David's and Llandaff, the Principal of St. David's College, and the Archdeacons of Brecknock and Llandaff, have been incorporated as Governors of Christ's College, and in them the educational endowments of that College are vested. Under the permissive powers, the Ecclesiastical Commis- sioners, with the sanction of Her Majesty, may frame schemes for annexing Biecknock prpbeudi to at. David's College and transferring that College to Brecknock; and subject to provisions to be settled by the Court of Chancery, the Queen may annex Christ's College to the College of St.l David's, with a view to their becoming separate parts of one University, or to their being placed in such relation to "leb i other as separate Colleges, or otherwise, as her Majesty may think fit and itl of the removal of St. David's College tp IJyeckiicck, provision is to be made for the education, not alone of persons destined fur Holy Orders—which up to this I time has been the proper and exclusive object of the College -but allo of jpmm intended for other employments The Ecclesiastical Commissioners estimate the prospective 1 income of Christ's College at R-1600, when the Decanal and Prebendal leases fall in, and the Prebends become vacant; but the expenditure for the Collegiate School is limited to X800. Thus there will remain a yearly surplus of £ 800, applicable to collegiate objects at Brecknock—to be expended in an independent, and therefore, to some extent, a rival College, should St. David's maintain a separate existence but to be employed for the benefit of a single foundation, enlarged in an adequate measure to meet the wants of tho Principality, should an union be formed between the Colleges of Christ and St. David's. The direct gain to St. David's College, from an union with Christ's College,- will then be an increased income from en- dowment to the extent of zC800 a year. But there arc other advantages to be expected from the union of two small Colleges in one large foundation—namely, increased effi- ciency aliI; diminished expenditure. In a small College the Professors must be fewer in number, or less distinguished by reputation; or, the smaller number of students will occa- sion a greater expenditure, than would suffice to provide them with superior advantages in a larger establishment. In point of fact. St. David's College haa been so badly sup- ported, and has had to contend with such difficulties in its present position, that the oiiginal payn.entsto its Professors, Lardy adequate at any time to induce men of first-rate ability to quit the Universities, have been of late years most materially diminished. The measure is therefore recom- mended by a judicious economy and as whatever can be saved by the union of the Colleges is so much gained, either for the revenues of a poor Church, or for the pecuniary advantages of studeu's often scantily supplied with the means of support.—this benefit ought not to be lightly es- teemed Increased efficiency would be the naturai result of additional Professors, and additional subjects of instruction and of iucluding in the collegiate course whatever may be necessary for a Bachelor's Degree in Arts at an English University; together with such other things as may be appropriate to the future calling of the students, whether in the Ministry in Wales, or in those secular pursuits for which they would receive suitable training. By making the united Colleges a place of general education, instead of limiting admission to that class of students who are in- tended for the ministry of the Church, important benefits would be conferred on the Welsh community at large, and great advantages would accrue to the Theological Stude nts. The association, during their collegiate course, of men in- tended for the various pursuits, whether sacred or secular, to "which a liberal education affords appropriate preparation, tends to eradicate or stay the growth of many prejudices. To those evils the sludeiit is peculiarly exposed, who is set apart at an early age,1 for special professional training, and who is removed from the influences, whether social or intrl- lectual, which are afforded in those scats of Icarnu.g, where persons who have sprung from the various classes of the community, and are intended for different occupations in after life, pursue their studies together. The most weighty objections to confer the privilege of an University on St. David's College have beeli-Ist, The limited purpose for which it was incorporated, namely, the preparation of men for the Ministry and 2ndly, The want of an adequate staff of Professors to give instruction in the subjects included in the Course for a Bachelor's Degree in Arts. Both those objections would be removed by the transfer of St. David's College to Brecknock. The Christ College Act requires education to be given to persons destined for secular employments, and the augmented income of the united foundation would support an adequate staff of teachers. When these objects shall be accomplished, we may hope that her Majesty will be graciously pleased to ollow out tiie suggestions of the Act by constituting a ?,Welsh University. In a petition presented to Her Majesty from several in- fluential inhabitants of South Wales, it is contended that the beuefits of a central position would be sacrificed by the re- moval of St. David's College from Lampeter to Brecknock and the inconvenience and additional expense, which it is said "ould be thus occasioned, are the only objections, which are urged by the petitioners, against the contemplated removal. It may be conceded that a small additional ex- pense would be incurred, by such of the students as are natives of Cardiganshire and portions of Carmarthenshire, in case the College be transferred to Brecknock. But even to them the saving in collegiate expenses, from the transfer, would more than counterbalance an inconsiderable addition to their travelling charges. I'laced amidst the hills of Car- diganshire, St. David's College is doubtless in a situation central for a portion of the diocese of St. David's; and were it only a seminary for educating students for the Church in one Welsh diocese, and those students men largely drawn from a single Welsh county, its removal would not be re- commended. The situation of Lampeter does not, however, confer on the establishment those economical benefits, which have been put forward as its chief recommendation. In the article of coal alone, the additional cost arising from long transit over hilly and bad roads has been considerable. An undue value has been assigned to the College buildings, which were erected of materials, and in a manner unsuited to a climate so humid as is that of the district in which they are placed. They have been hitherto a source of anxiety and expense, and will hereafter prove an inconvenient charge on the funds of the College. 0 It was the misfortune of the College to be at one time regarded as a diocesan seminary for the See of St. David's, but it has long educated men fur the Ministry of the Church in other dioceses, both in England and Wales; and of late the students ordained by the Bishop of Llandaff alone, have equalled in number thos: ordained by the Bishop of St. David's. The object of those who wish well to the Princi- pality, should be to encourage students, from North and South Wales as well as England, to pursue their studies together in ample numbers in one College ;—an object unattainable in on establishment occupying a provincial position in a small town in the highlands of South Wales but which may be brought about amidst different Rocial influences, and with increased collegiate advantages, in a town well inhabited, and not too far removed from the English borders. Scotland and Ireland possess an ample provision, for supplying a learned education, both to the natives of those countries and to the numerous Englishmen who graduate at the LTiiversities there established. We can indeed, but imperfectly, estimate the benefits conferred on the Scotch and Irish people by their collegiate institutions, although it is obvious that the large contributions of Scotchmen and Irishmen to sciouco and literature have been greatly in- fluenced by the efficiency of their educational establish- ments. By giving a wholesome direction to that current of intel- lectual activity which, if not leavened with good, may be fruitful of evil, our countrymen will be shielded from two dangers almost equally to be deprecated. Either that the Principality should remain stagnant amidst the general spread of education, or while the intellectual standard of the working classes and their immediate teachers is raised, that the Clergy of the Church in Wales, from a want of familiar acquaintance with the information, whether scientific or literary, of the day, should be unable to guide the flocks whom it is the duty of their office to instruct. It is difficult to overrate the beneficial effects of adapting St. David's College to the requirements of the age; and unless that result be secured, not only will the Clergy trained in the Principality be found unequal to the exigencies of their position, but the Laity will continue without the means of obtaining, in their own country, that liberal education which is found in other portions of the realm, as well at home as in the colonies of the Crown. The opportunity of promoting a measure desigued to ensure that object is now presented to our countrymen, and upon them will rest the responsi- bility of using or neglecting an opportunity which may never recur Brecknock, Dec. 1st, 1855.

ENGLAND'S GOLDEN SUN.-There is a story told of Madame Catalani that, when a lady by the banks of the Lake of Cumo was drawing an invidious contrast between the English and Italian climates, the pride of the opera put her han. in hrr pocket, drew forth an English sovereign, and said—"Ah! my dear, behold the true golden sun of England it will shine under any sky." A writpr has compared worldly friendship to our shadows, and a better comparison was never made for while we walk in the sunshine it sticks to us, but the moment we enter the shade it deserts us. A SUBSTANTIAL DREAM.— Friend Wesley," said a Quaker to the Re*. John Wesley, "I have had a dream concerning thee. 1 thought I saw thee surrounded by a large flock of sheep, which thou didst not know what to do with. My first thought after I awoke was that it was thy flock at Newcastle, and that thou hadst no house of worship for them. I have enclosed a note for £100, which may help thee to build them a house." Orfid, the celebrated French doctor and chemist, being examined on a capital trial, was asked by the president whether he could tell what quantity of arsenic was requisite to kill a fly. The doctor replied, Certain I y, M. Ie Presi- dent; but I must know, beforehand, the age of the fly, its sex, its temperament, its condition and habits of body, whether married or single, widow or bachelor. When satisfied on these points, I can answer your question." NEBUCHADNEZZAR'S HUNTING DIARY !-A correspondent of the Northeril Ensign says a book is shortly to be pub- lished by Colonel llawlinson upon further discoveries he has made,- lie found Nebuchadnezzar's hunting diary with notes, and here and there a portrait of his dogs, sketched by himself, with his name under it. He mentions in it having been ill, and while he was delirious, he thought he had been turned out to graze like the beasts of the field. Is not this a wonderful corroboration of Scripture ? liaw- linson also found a pot of preserves in an excellent state, and gave some to the Quetn to taste. How little Nebu- chadnezzar's cook dreamt, when making them, that 25 centuries after, the Queen of England would eat some of the identical preserves that figured at her master's table

SOUTH WALES UAILWAY.—-TRAFFIC KETUKN. I ;C. s. a. Week eiidiii- Dec. 23, 185;j 6539 13 1 Corresponding week, 1851. 5601 18 9

I I I CARMARTHENSHIRE INFIRMARY. I House Surgeon's weekly report for the week ending Dec. 26. fIt. 1 R g t F Rem&inh? since last Report 7 1  8 S 1 Discharged cured and relieved 0 1 n   j? Died o} Remaining —— 8 g? r Remainin since last Report 51 t 59 Q g ) Admitted since$/ ti'5 i Discharged cured and relieved 4 1^ 3 (? [Died 0 I 4 1l,en1alning -55 MEDICAL OFFICERS FOR THE WEEK. Physician, Dr. Lawrence; Surgeon, Mr. Rowlands COMMITTEE.—Mr. Geo. Spurrell, (Churvaian), Mossra. J. J. Stacey, J. Rowlands, Geo. Davit'#, E. II. Stacey, Rev. Dr. Lloyd, Rev. n. W. Joucs. WW Secretary,

LATEST INTELLIGENCE. BY ELECTRIC TELEGRAPH. "WELSHMAN" OFFICE, FRIDAY MORNING. THE CRIMEA. The Times correspondent's letters to the llth inclusive have arrived. The Russian surprise of the French posts at Baga was complete, but our allies soon rallied and drove the enemy out. The French had one officer mortally wounded, and seven men killed and thirteen wounded. The Russians are said to have left 70 men dead on the field, and 20 pri- soners, besides horses and accoutrements. The enemy fired upon the town moat pertinaciously but with no effect, and were not replied to. Tl. The country is in a very heavy state. The French roads have failed, and they use ours, although they do not permit the British transports to use the French road to Kamiesch. It has become necessary to lighten the labours of the transport corps as much as possible, and the carriage of hutting materials to the front is suspended, so that many thousands of men will have to pass the winter under canvas, unless the huts be sent up before the bad weather. in with severity. The mules and carts are fast disappearing; 12,000 of the former are said to have perished or to to have been destroyed since the rains began. The pack saddles arc of most inferior quality, and the carts and waggons disgraceful to the con- tractors. Col. Wetherall intends to supply new ones for the spring campaign. He proposes large alterations in the whole transport service, and next year it is not improbable this corps will consist of nearly 20,000 men and 20.000 mules and horses. A better class of men arc wanted. Officers are now obliged to carry the forago for their horses from the depots. The railway will be handed over to the Commissariat on the 17th of December. The Cavalry lost some horses on the voyage from Eupatoria to Scutari, but not more than might be anticipated during such rough weather. The Tunes Constantinople letters speak of some defection from the German Light Infantry, and of the probable necessity of shooting some of the offenders. Kertch is being strongly defended. General Pelissier reports that 150 prisoners fell into the hands of the French at Baga. Letters state that General Codrington's popularity is increasing. Two men of the Highland Division have died of cholera, and two more cases occurred on the 10th. A fine well has been discovered at the Highland encampment. Some officers of high rank had stated in the Herald correspondence, that the best plan to be at Russia would be to burn and blow up all the South Side Ml back upon and hold Balaklava and Kamiesch embark the spare troops for Nicolaieff, the Danube and Asia Minor move down against the North Side from Eupatoria keep the fleet, especially the gun-boats, moving—somo few blockading Sebastopol; and then Russia must give in. It is not believed that Omar Pasha has re-crossed the Ingour. He is still supposed to be near Kutais. A Cabinet Council will be held at the Foreign OGSee on the 2nd of January.

I ASSESSED TAXES. I To the Editor of the Welshman. Dear Sir,—With reference to the communication of Mr. J. E. Uuges, (Towy Vale), which appeared in your last week's inipressioK, to the effect, that at a meeting of the Assessed Tax Commissioners beU at Ltupadwb m t" 11 inst., when immediately on their confirming • surchtirto upon a poor man because of his having been in pursuit of game without a certificate, that one of the parties connected with the prosecution of the law stepped forwurd to offer his service, and at once had a form of petition drawn up to the special commissioners to get him relieved on the ground of poverty, for which he made the moderate charge of fire shillings, Sc., as the public will very naturally infer that it was the Surveyor for the crown who made the moderate charge in question, 118 the only person officvtilu connected with the prosecution of the law, I beg to state, that I have never received even a farthing from any person for any servioe performed in connection with my official duties. When a serious charge like this ia brought against any public officer I think that great care should be taken to present accuracy as to facts. In this instance your corres- pondent has fallen into several errors, not intentionally perhaps, but as they are, however, immaterial to this issue, 1 refrain from making any comment* upon them. I am, Dear Sir, yours very faithfully. K. Rier, DAVIES. Crown Surveyor. Tax Office, 26th, Dec. 18-55. Crown Surveyor.

HUNTING APPOINTMENTS. The Carmarthenshire Hounds will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 1, at Guildhall-square, at half-past 9; on Friday, January 4, at Towy Castle Gate, at half-past 10. The Cardigan Beagles will meet on Tuesday next at the Bath House; and on Friday, at Khydyfywch;—each day at 10 o'clock. The Tivyside Hounds will meet on Thursday, Jan. 3, at Ffynone, at 10 o'clock; on Monday week, at 10 o'clock; on Thursday week, at Troedyraur Vicarage at half-past 10. The Llanwnnen Beagles will meet on Monday, Decem- ber 31st, at Llanwnnen on Friday, January 4th, at New Court ;-each day at 10 o'clock.

BIRTHS. On Sunday last, the wife of Mr. William Jones, of the Castle Hotel, Llandilo, of a son. On Saturday last, at Ystrad, near Llandovery, tho wife of George Jones, Esq., of a son and heir. On Sunday the 23rd inst., at Newport Pagnell, the wife of Mr. Edward Fitch, of a daughter. MARRIAGES. On the 22nd instant, at Llanelly Church, Mr. 'Edwin Douglass, surveyor, to Caroline, daughter of Mr. Thomas Griffith, confectioner, Park-street, Llanelly. On the 26th inst., at Llywell Church, by the Her. D. Parry, vicar, Mr. Rees Nicholas, Bank, Cardigan, to Mary, eldest daughter of Mr. William Richards, Trecastle. On the 19th instant, at LlanbaJarn-fawr, by the Rev. L. Griffiths, curate, Mr. Thomas Ress, mariner, to Miss Mary Evans, both of Aberystwith. On the 26th inst., at Sion Chapel, Myddfai, by Mr. Duicl. Evans, registrar, Mr. Morgan Morgans, Abercrychan Mil), Llanfair-ar-y-bryn, to Miss Margaret Michael, Llwyny- wormwood, Myddfai, both in this county. DEATHS. On the 25th instant, aged 70, Mr. Henry Morgan, Cha- pelry of Castledwyran. On the 25th inst., after a short but severe illness, aged 60 years, Gwennliian, the beloved wife of Mr. William Morris, of the Rose and Crown. Llandilo. Deceased was a consis- tent member of the Wesleyan Methodists. On the 8th instant, the infant daughter of Mr. D. Soneal Dowlais Iron Works; and on the loth, his beloved wile aged 37 years, leaving an affectionale husband and three yoong children to deplore her loss. She died in full hope of eternal bliss. On the 14th instant, at his house, Eaton Square, in the 73 year of his age, Charles De Lart Waldo Sibtbrop, BaQ., of Canwick House, in the County of Licoln and PottrvuB, Hertfordshire, Colonel of the Royal South Lincolnshire Militia, and for nearly 30 years one of the representatives in parliament for the city of Lincoln. On the 25th instant, at Aberystwith, aged 58, Richard Williams, Esq M.D., Coroner for the district. On the 23rd instant, at Aberystwith, aged 62, Mr. John James, of Drevcchan, cornfactor. On the 25th instant, at Princess-street, Aberystwith, after a long illness, aged 74, Mrs. Margaret Parks. On the 22nd instant, at North-parade, Aberystwith agel 72, Mrs. Thomas. On the 2.5th instant, at Aberystwith, aged 20, Charlotte, eldest daughter of Mr. John Sweeney, late Serjeant-major in the Cardigan Militia. On the 16th instant, at Farnham, Surrey, of consumption, aged 26, William Gobb Jenkins, Esq., surgeon, only son of William Jenkins, Esq., of the Marine Terrace, Aberystwith, deeply regreUtxl. On the 21st instant, at Aberystwith, aged M, Mr. John Joseph, mariner.

I SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. ""1"* CARMARTHEN.—Arrived, the Juno, (;L), Craddy, ,?\??. from Bristol, with sundries; Maria and Louisa, '?????. Roberts, from Gloucester, with barley; Kll^n ????? Glynn, Hughes, from CamarTon, with sl&t? ??M?N? Sailed, the Juno, (8.), Craddy: Acom, Jones Mary. Lewis, for Bristol, with eundhes, Ellen 0!yaa. for illy, iu b"ot.

PAN-TGLAS COURSING 'MATCH.—This annual meeting was announced to take place on Thursday, but the severity of the weather was such as led us and many to the conclusion that the sport must necessarily be postponed. A numerous party however met, and it was resolved to make an attempt, and several dogs run, but the ground was so hard from the frost as to render it impossible to proceed without ^reat iil- jury to the dogs, and the feet of those that started were of necessity much lacerated. The match was postponed, we iiiider stand, until the 18th of January, but notice will be given of the day. DF.ILI.WY.V COLLEGE.—Upwards of sixty volumes of books have been recently presented to this college, namely:—1G volumes by W. Jones, I--q banker, Lampeter, comprising Dalzell's Grccca Majora Gradus, Aiiisworth's Latin Diction- ary, Homer's Iliad, Euclid, &(,, nine volumes by the Rev. 11. Williams, B.D., Yice-Pincipal of St. David's College, Lampeter, comprising the Cambridge Course of Natural Philosophy, Juvenal and Persins, the Phacdrusof Plato, &c.; six volumes by the Rev. D. Williams, B.D., \Velsh Pro- fessor at St. David's College, comprising Herodotus, Jones' Greek Lexicon, Keightley's History of Greece, Eilwell's German-English Dictionary, &c.; 10 volumes by the Rev. T. Jones, It. D., Vicar of Penenrreg, comprising Virgilii et Suctonii Opera Poeta; Minores Grccci, Aristotelis Organum, Theocrito Opera, Homeri Qdyssea, Aristophanis, Comoediae, Greek and Latin, Bussieris Historia Universalis, Pindari et Anacreontis Opera, &c.; five volumes by Mr. D. Davies, namely, Hutton's Course of Mathematics 2 vols., Course of Mathematics, Library of Useful Knowledge, and Blaud's Algebraical Equations four volumes by Ben. Jones, E,-O, landsurveyor four volumes from Mr. D. Evans, Lowtre, namely, Davies' Miscellanea Critica, Phaedrus' Fables, Xetioplion's Curopcedea, &c.; four volumes by the students, namely, Lempriere's Dictionary, Land's Appendix, Butt- man's Irregular Verbs, De Morgan's Arithmetic; one French work, bv the Rov. E. Jones, St. Albans, Tyglyn; one Dialogues de Mort., par Fontenelle, by Mr. D. Jones, Ddeunant; one Simoin'S Hebrew Lexicon, by Mr. W. Thomas (Maries) one Heeren's Ancient History, by Mr. 1>1. A. Rees, High-Wycombe; one Geriadur Charles o'r Bala, by Rhyurgaeau Methodist Sunday School; one Knox's Liberal"Education 2 vols., by T. Arthur Esq., Lampeter; the whole works of the Rev. Jno. Newton, by W. Williams' Esq., of Tredurren. Valuable contributions were received from D. Thomas, Esq., Liandovery, W. James, Esq., Cwm- gogerddan and others. KIDWELLY.—On Monday, the 24th inst., 11. II. Down- man, Esq., and Mrs. Downman, according their usual custom, attended at a public room in the town, and distributed to about 90 poor persons a large loaf of bread, libs, of beef, and one shilling each. When the recipients were all in the room, Mr. Downman delivered a very impressive mId ross, urging upon the poor if they intended to give thanks that their thanks was due to the giver of all good and not to him. He afterwards offered up an extempore prayer thanking God for the temporal blessing he had re- ceived' so as to be able to do what he had that day done, after which the recipients separated with a good substantial dinner for Christmas. KmwELLY COMMERCIAL SCHOOL.—The annual examina-I tion of this school took place on Wednesday the 19th instant, in the National Schoolroom, which had been lent and taste- fully decorated for the occasion. The pupils assembled about ten o'clock, and were more numerous than on any previous examination. They were divided into three classes, and the examination embraced reading, writing from memory the substance of a Fable read to them Slate and Mental Arith- metic, Mensuration, Geometry, Algebra, Geography, Scripture and English History, Grammar and Composition—in all of which subjects the results were highly creditable to the teacher and scholars, especially in English grammar which included analysis of sentences. The mapping was admired by all. The examination throughout gave entire satisfaction, and the encomiums passed upon the efficiency of the school cannot fail to encourage Mr. Nicholas in the prosecution of his arduous duties. The examination was conducted by Mr. I). Williams, Llanelly copper works school, assisted by the Revs. Jones and J. Evans, of Kidwelly At the close, votes of thanks were passed to the vicar for the use of his school- room, and also to Mr. Nicholas for his indefatigable labours and untiring zeal in the training of the youths under his care. Tea had been provided by the friends of the school, to -which, the pupils and others did ample justice. The singing of the national anthem terminated the proceedings of the day. SUDDEN DEATH.—An inquest was held on Saturday last at Llanelly, before W. Bouvilie, Esq., coroner, on the body of David Evans, aged 72. It appeared in evidence that about 11 O'clock on the Thursday previous, when near the South Wales -aN, Station, he staggered, as if in a fit, and fell to the ground. Assistance was speedily rendered, but on his arrival at the Melbourne Arms life was extinct. W hen he left home that morning he appeared to be in good health. Verdict, Died BY the visitation of God." LLANELLY PETTY SESSIONS.—On Saturday last, Patrick Heady, a lad was brought up on remand before J. H. Hees, Bsq., charged with stealing a silver spoon, the property of ilti-. Station Hotel. The evidence not being- conclusive the prisoner was cautioned and discharged. Mr. Hees then enquired of P. S. Lewis, if he knew anything of a lad whom he described and gave his name as David Jones P.S. Lewis said he had known him for a long- time, and he was one of a gang of vagrants. Mr. Rees further stated that this individual had been to his front door that rooming and rung the bell violently. lIe had stated that lie was it seaman and had met with great misfortunes, -and his tale was so plausible that lie gave him a shilling. P.S. Lewis assured his worship that he was a vile impostor and had never been to sea in his life, whereupon a warrant was issued for his apprehension, and he was taken at Bury Port, brought back to Llanelly and committed for one month to the house of correction. His whole story was found to be a pure fabrication. The other cases were adjourned, there* being but one magistrate present. LLAXELL Y.-On Monday evening last an excellent lecture was delivered at Capcl Als, Llanelly, on Mahomet," by the the Rev. T. Jones, of Morriston. The audience was numerous and respectable, and their attention was rivetted for two hours by the cloqueut lecturer. The admission was by ticket 6J. each, the profits of which go in aid of the Llanelly school.—On Christmas Day the Rev. N. Evans, of Llwynheudy, gave a lecture on" Moses and his times." At the conclusion of the address a piece of music was performed BY the choir. The proceeds are to be applied fur the benefit of Mr. Lloyd, Pwll, Pembrey, a highly esteemed member of the chapel, who has been suffering from protracted illness. Mr. Lloydd was also for many years the leader of the choir fit this chapel. The adjourned inquest on the body of Thomas John, who met his death at the Old Castle Colliery, on Saturday week last was held on Monday last, when the jury returned a verdict of Accidental death." The Government Inspector did not attend as expected. LLANELLY HARBOUR AND DOCKS.—John Stanley, Esq., of Pembrey, is opening a large colliery on the South Wales Railway near the Gower lload Station, and from the well known enterprise and skill of that gentleman in collier3- concerns, there is no doulit that if the contemplated facilities are afforded at Llanelly harbour his shipments will be very lar.,a lie has already opened a large level into a superior vein of coal, and introduced those improved conveniences so well provided in the north of England for economising labour, which leaves little doubt that it will prove a very extensive and profitable undertaking. CAPEL EVAN CILRHEDIN.—On the 18th instant, a lecture oil Mahomet" was delivered by the liev. T. Jones, Morris- -toti. Admission by shilling ticket., (the poor and children free.) The large chapel was quite filled. James Thomas, Esq., surgeon, Newcastle Emlyn, took the chair. The Rev. lecturer treated his subject for upwards of two hours in an eloquent and masterly manner, to the gratification of all present. Votes of thanks to the lecturer and chairman were proposed and seconded by the Revs. J. Owen, Graig, D. Jones, Drewell. A. Jenkins, Bryn Sion, and J. Williams, the minister of the place. The proceeds amounted to £3:2 which was appropriated to pay the expenses incurred by the congregation in enlarging their commodious school room, in which they have a day school in a most flourishing state. LLAXDOVERY.- WHEAL MORGAN MINES.—Thos. Fuller, Esq., the spirited proprietor of these mines, with his accustomed liberality sent five pounds to Captain John Thomas, for distribution among the workmen on Christmas- day. LAUGIIARNE.—The Christmas market held on Friday last was the best that has been for several years, both for quantity and quality of the meat, &c. The splendid ox which won the prize cup at the Carmarthen Cattle Show, was slaughtered by Mr. Richard Brookes, the principal butcher in this town, and was certainly magnificent beef. It weighed 12 ewt., and yelided 220 lbs of rough fat. Mr. Brookes also killed a splendid sheep, which was bred and fed by Mr. Pepler, of the Globe Inn, and was very much admired. It weighed 120 lbs. and yielded the extraordinary quantity of 27 Ibs. of rough fat. The market was otherwise well supplied with meat of good quality, but none that called for particular notice. I