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THE RAILWAY TO CARDIGAN. It was with unfeigned pleasure we last week chronicled the result of the recent meeting in con- nection with the Railway Extension. The pro- ceedings of that meeting augur satisfactorily for the speedy accomplishment of an idea, which has long since been cherished by the inhabitants of this locality, and which is of all-absorbing interest to the general public of the district. The preliminary work has now advanced considerably, and the project brought to its more practical issue. In fact, if the wealthy people of this district verify their desire, by contributing honourably and worth- ily towards its extension, then, they are on the verge of securing to the town and neighbourhood the important advantages of a railway communi- cation. It has several times been pertinently re- marked that the present occasion is unusually favourable for its realisation; and this advantage- ous fact should by no means be lost sight of, especially when it is possible, by comparatively little exertion, to make good the opportunity. The Cardigan Committee are certainly justified in their endeavours to obtain from the directors a pledge that the line be completed the whole distance to the town, on the amount specified being subscribed. We believe, however, that such is the intention of the directors, and from an article on the subject in the last issue of the Welshman (one of the pro- prietors of which is Mr. Howell Davies, secretary of the line), we quote the following:—" The ordi- nary capital under the Act is £ 41,000. The Great Western Company, which benefits by the traffic on this line running into their railway at Whitland, have sanctioned a proposal of their directors to accept j610,000 in ordinary shares, so that the amount actually required was j631,000, and it was thought that out of this sum Cardigan should sub- scribe £18,000. The history of the under- taking shows clearly enough that a terminus at Boncath was only thought of as a step to Cardigan, from inability to go further without assistance from Cardigan. But that assistance having once been given, the directors would be bound in hon- our to go the entire distance; and that they would do so the Cardigan Committee should have known, seeing that three members of the board are elected by the extension shareholders to represent their special interests, and that several other members are every bit as much concerned as themselves in the extension." It will thus be seen that the di- rectors are resolved on accomplishing the work, and require only the substantial co-operation of the inhabitants of Cardigan and neighbourhood. The committee met again on Wednesday last, and a general meeting of the subscribers will be held at the Guild Hall, on Wednesday next, to consider the resolution of the directors to proceed immedi- ately with the line, commencing at both ends, and to determine the proposal of transferring the sub- scription lists to the Secretary of the Company for registration. We trust the meeting will be numer- ously and influentially attended, and that its result will be hopeful for the future of Cardigan.

THE ST. DOGMELLS BATTERY. A rumour having gained currency that the Bat- tery was to be removed, Mr. James Williams, Mayor of Cardigan, communicated with the Ad- miralty on the subject, and received the following reply:— Admiralty, 5th April, 1878. SIR,—With reference to your letter of the 29th ult., asking whether their Lordships intended to remove the Royal Naval Reserve Battery at pres- ent at Saint Dogmells, to Tenby-and stating that a memorial against such a step would be presented from Cardigan-I am commanded by my Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty to acquaint you that there is no intention of removing the Battery, as stated. I am, Sir, Your obedient servant, R ROBERT HALL. J. Williams, Esq., Mayor of Cardigan.

RESIGNATION OF INSPECTOR DA VIES.—We understand that at the Court of Quarter Sessions on Tuesday last, at Aberayron, it was resolved by the magistrates that a full pension of £1 2s. 7d. a week be granted to Inspector Davies, of this town, on his retiring from the police force. DEFRAUDING THE CARDIGAN STEAM NAVI- GATION COMPANY.-At the Bristol Assizes, on Tuesday last, Robert Mathews, late agent of the Tivy-Side Steamer Company, was sentenced to nine months' hard labour, for forging and uttering a receipt, with intent to defraud the said Company. BURIAL BOARD.—An adjourned meeting of this Board was held at the Council Chamber, on Tues- day last, present-Messrs. T. Edwards (in the chair), James Williams, John Lewis, Stephen Davies, and O. P. Davies. The Clerk reported that he had received a letter from the London Life Association, intimating their willingness to lend the sum required for the Cemetery, to be repaid in the way of annuity, for 30 years, at the rate of 5 per cent.; but if for 20 years, at 4! per cent. As the sum required could not be estimated, the ques- tion as to the period over which the loan woula ex- tend was deferred until that day week. LLANGRANOG BOARD SCHOOL.—The days ap- pointed for competitive examinations at schools are always important in the estimation of the young. Such was the 3rd instant, to the children of the above school, when a number of valuable books were distributed by Mrs. Jordan, of Pigeons- ford, to the most proficient in the elementary sub- 1'ects. Special attention was also paid to their knowledge of the English language. This liberal- ity in the Cause of Education is now repeatedly shown by Mrs. Jordan. The examination was con- ducted by Rev. Rhys Lloyd, of Troedyraur, whose skill and affability was greatly appreciated by the children. There were also present—Capt. Jordan, Pigeonsford, Mr. David Lewis, Cefnceiliog, and Mr. Thomas Evans, Trecregin. RELEASE OF A PRISONER AT CARDIGAN.—In the High Court of Justice (Chancery Division), on Thursday last, before Vice-Chancellor Sir C. HalL in the case of Davis v. Davis, Mr. Millar said he moved on behalf of Enoch Davies, for the release of the unfortunate man from custody. It appeared that Mr. Davies had been in custody for the small amount of £8 ever since May, 1877. Mr. Davies was one of the next of kin in an administration suit. and is an illiterate Welshman. Mr. Davis received a sum of JE19 Is. 2d. in excess of the amount to which he was entitled, and was ordered in July, 1876, to pay that amount in above court. Not being able to obey the order in May, 1877, his lordship committed him to prison, and Mr. Davies has been in the county gaol at Cardigan ever since. None objecting, the Vi*e*ChanceflOT made the order. BOROUGH PETTY SESSIONS.—On Monday last, at the Council Chamber, before the Mayor and Mr. R. D. Jenkins, P.C. David Jones, Cardigan, charged Evan Evans, Liverpool Arms, with per- mitting drunkenness in his house on the 23rd of March last. For want of evidence to prove that drink had been supplied, the case was dismissed with a caution.-Same complainant charged Thomas Bryce, Carmarthen, and Margaret Grant, Liverpool, two tramps, with being drunk on the previous Saturday evening. Both pleaded guilty, and were fined 2s. each. P.C. D. Jones, St. Dogmells, charged John Griffiths, quarryman, Cil- ferran, with being drunk on the 30th ultimo, at >ridge-End. Defendant did not appear, but sent his wife in his stead, who said that he was ill. Fined 5s. and costs, the Bench intimating that if defendant came before them again on a charge of drunkenness, he would be sent to prison without the option of a fine, as he had been several times charged withrthe same offence. TEACHERS' ASSOCIATION.—The quarterly meet- ing of this Association was held at the Board Schools, in this town, on Saturday last. Mr. Shoosmith, Llandygwydd occupied the chair, the vice-president, Mr. Jones (Newport, Pem.,) the treasurer, Mr. Evans (St. Dogmells), and the sec- retary, Mr. Picton (Cardigan), being also present. In his opening address, the president reviewed at length tne legislation of the local Authorities, du- ring the past year, showing clearly that the Atten- dance Committee had not only failed to remove the curse of irregular attendance," but within certain parishes had by spasmodic efforts and futile threats positively aggtavated the evil The discussion which followed resulted in the following resolu- tion —" That in the opinion of this Association, the time has arrived when the gross irregularity existing within the district, legislated upon by the local Educational Authorities should be checked by practical and effective effort on the part of the said Authorities." It was further proposed by Mr. Evans, St. Dogmells, and seconded by Mr. Jen- kins, Penpark, That this Association pledges it- self to support the National Union of Elementary Teachers in its endeavours to obtain due consider- ation of the Teachers' interests, and urges it stren- uously to advocate the repeal of the penal clauses of the departmental regulations; and also to ob- tain a just return for special services rendered by the proposed payment on average attendance for registration returns, such payment to be secured to the teacher by the Department." The above resolutions having been unanimously carried, the president reported progress on the question of branch associations for the district, ana expressed a hope that the Newcastle-Emlyn branch might eventually prosper, and that ultimately a district Union might be formed of the Associations of Pembroke and Cardigan. The president expressed the earnest wish that the teachers of the respective districts would not prove lukewarm in the matter, but would ungrudgingly and with generous im- pulses unite for the support and advancement of mutual interests. The above questions were dis- cussed with considerable practical ability, and a vigorous debate was maintained for three hours. The usual compliment to the president terminated the meeting. CARDIGAN COUNTY COURT. The bi-monthly sitting of this court was held at the Shire-hall, on Wednesday last, before his hon- our Judge Beresford. Thirty uncontested cases were disposed of by the Registrar. CONTESTED CASES. Thomas Morris, miller, Broyan Mill, v. David Davies and Martha, his Wife, Angel Inn, Cilger- ran. This was a claim to recover the sum of £ 4 13s., due to plaintiff from the estate of a deceased person, the said Martha Davies being the adminis- tratrix. This case had been adjourned twice pre- viously at the request of the defendants, who now again applied for an adjournment, which the Judge disallowed, and the case was proceeded with. Mr. W. W. Mitchell appeared for plaintiff; the defen- dants did not appear. Judgment for plaintiff for full amount, with costs, to be paid in a fortnight. John Roger Davies, collector, Cardigan, v. Thos. Thomas, Llain, Eglwyswrw. Defendant did not appeal*. Plaintiff sought to recover the sum of 10s. 3d., value of lots bought at a sale, the collection of the sale money being entrusted to him. Nonsuited; the vendor only having power to sue. David Jones, Saddler's Arms, Cardigan, v. James Parry, Drover's Arms, Carmarthen. Sir. W. W. Mitchell appeared for plaintiff. An action to recover the sum of 97 14s. 6d., due from the late Richard Lewis, Carmarthen, for board, lodg- mgs, and use of horse and trap, in 1872, the defen- dant being the executor of the said Richard Lewis. Plaintiff pleaded no assets, and that a bill of par- ticulars was not furnished. During the hearing, it transpired that Richard Lewis and defendant had promised to pay the amount claimed, and that the deceased's estate realised £2,500. Judgment for plaintiff, with costs, the amount to be paid in a fortnight. Thomas Davies, Gloucester House, Cardigan, v. John Lloyd Davies, Emlyn Arms, Newcastle- Emlyn. A claim for £2 8s. Defendant did not aripear, and in default, judgment was given for plaintiff. This concluded the business. RURAL SANITARY AUTHORITY. The monthly meeting of this Authority was held on Saturday, the 6th inst., at the Shire-hall, when the following members were present—Messrs J. T. W. James (chairman), T. Davies, T. Colby, Capt. Gower, Archdeacon North, Col. Lewis, Asa J. Evans, D. G. Davies, Capt. Minister, William Mathias, T. Williams, B. Rees, J. G. George, M. Evans, W. Thomas, W. George, J. Hughes, O. Thomas, James Evans, L. Davies, T. Jenkins, S. Jenkins, D. Jones, E. Philipps, D. Jones, John Jenkins, and James James. GLANTIFON WATER SUPPLY. The Inspector called attention to the fact that in building the new houses in the field opposite Glantifon, the water pipes had been damaged, and the water supply polluted to such an extent as to render it unfit for use, and probably from the pre- sent state of the pipes, and the ground through which the water ran, it would remain so. Mr. B. Rees: This water has been used by the public from time immemorial, but now the owners of the houses have opened the pipes, so as to di- vert the water for sanitary purposes, rendering it unfit for domestic purposes. Some 10 years ago, the owner of the field allowed the parish authori- ties to put down pipes to convey the water to Glan- tifon. The property was lately sold to its present owner, who is responsible for the pollution com- plained of by the Inspector. The case ought to be at once investigated so as to establish the right of the public to the water. ST. DOGMELLS WATER SUPPLY. The Inspector reported that at a vestry meeting held at St. Dogmells it was resolved to convey the water from Tanybwnfil to the cistern, and from thence to a convenient place in High-street, the work to be commenced as soon as the ground would be in a fit state. INSPECTORS' MONTHLY REPORT. The Inspector reported the district to be in a very satisfactory state, with the exception ot a few cases of scarlet fever at Dinas, Newport, and Llan- dugwydd. MEDICAL OFFICERS' REPORTS. The annual reports of the medical officers for the three districts were sent in, and in order to save time it was agreed that they be accepted and laid at the Clerk's office for inspection by those who desired it. ELECTION OF MEDICAL OFFICER OF HEALTH. There were two candidates for ,the appointment of medical officer of health for No. 1 district, which, no doubt, occasioned the unusually large attendance of members. Mr. T. Davies proposed, and Mr. B. Rees sec- onded the appointment of Mr. Henry Curtis Noott. Mr. J. Hughes proposed, and Mr. S. Jenkins seconded that Mr. William Davies be appointed. The Chairman having taken the votes, declared result as follows:—For Mr. Davies, 16; for Mr. Noott, 12; majority for Mr. Davies, 4. THE REFUSE AT CILGERRAN. A communication from the Local Government Board was read, informing the Authority that Mr. Codrington is of opinion that the Tivy is not a tidal river up to Cilgerran. Mr. Asa J. Evans: The Board shrinks from the responsibility of answering the questions submit- ted to them. As this is the last meeting of the Authority, I move that the consideration of the question be deferred until the meeting of the new Authority. Seconded by Mr. E. Philipps, and carried. A vote of thanks to the chairman for his servi- ces during the year, terminated the business. CARDIGANSHIRE QUARTER SES- SIONS. These sessions began on Tuesday at Aberayron. Mr. C. M. Griffith, Q. C., the chairman, announced that the Cardigan County Prison would be discon- tinued. He had an interview with Mr. Cross, who had assured him positively of this. With the view of preventing a largely increased expenditure, caused by the conveyance of prisoners so long a distance, a committee was appointed to consider and enquire into the state of the lock-ups in the county. It was suggested that these might be made into houses of correction for prisoners' undergoing short sentences, such as 14 days. The Chairman laid before the court his views on the County Gov- ernment Bill. In his opinion the bill required con- siderable amendment. For instance, the chairman should be elected for a longer period than one year; this also applied to the vice-chairman. The board itself, in his opinion, if there must be a board, should be elected for three to five yours. He pro- phesied that if the constitution of the new board remained as at present proposed, in a few years they wonld find the zeal of elected guardians on the decline, and the county would then lose the services of experienced gentlemen, with both time and money at their disposal, while ultimately they would gain little or nothing except the theoretical satisfaction that the ratepayers were directly re- presented in the expenditure-controlling body. The court, by a large majority, decided not to grant f2,680, their proportion of the proposed ex- tension at the Joint Counties Lunatic Asylum. The decision was arrived at mainly on the ground that a large addition would very soon have to be made, and it was better to complete the work for the present generation. TRIALS OF PRISONERS. The calendar only contained the two following eases, which were tried on Wednesday:—Ann Davies, Blaenplwyf, Llanychaiarn, was charged with stealing one watch and watch-guard, the pro- perty of Lewis Williams, on the 1st of April, at Aberystwyth. Mr. Hugh Hughes prosecuted, and Mr. Griffith Jones defended. The jury returned a verdict of not guilty. Annie Davies was charged with stealing six sovereigns, the property of Anne Jenkins, on the 24th of March, at Llanfihangel-geneu'rglyn. The jury returned a verdict of "guilty," and prisoner was sentenced to six months imprisonment.

Births, Marriages, and Deaths. BIRTHS. DAVIES.—On the 11th instant, at Castle Gleen, the wife of David Griffith Davies, Esq., of a daughter. GRIFFITHS.—On the 11th instant, at Northgate Terrace, in this town, the wife of Capt Win. Griffiths, of a son. BLAKE.—On the 11th inst., at William.street, in this town, the wife of Mr. William Blake, of a son. PHILLIPS.—On the 10th inst., at St. Mary's-lane, in this town, the wife of Mr. Thomas Phillips, cabinet maker, of a daughter. MARRIAGES. WILLIAMS—GEORGE.—On the 9th instant, at Bri- dell Church, near Cardigan, by the Venerable Archdeacon of Llandaff, assisted by the Rev. Stephen Morris Williams, Rector of Lamphey, and the Rev. I. H. Jones, M.A., Rector of Dinas, Griffith Morris Williams, of Trellyffaint, to Margaret Gould, eldest daughter of William Griffith George, Rhydgarnwen,vnear Cardigan. JAMES—LEWIS.-—On the 9th inst., at Tyrhos, by the Rev. J. M. Davies, Mr. William James, butcher, to Mrs. Mary Lewis, both of St. Dog- mells. 6 DEATHS. EVANS. On the 10th inst., at William-street, in this town, after a short illness, Mrs. Margaret Bivans, New Inn, mother of Capt. David Evans, Greenfield-row, aged 70 years—Deceased had, by her kind and generous spirit, deeply endeared herself to all who ever knew her, and her death will be sincerely mourned by a large circle of acquaintances. "The memory of the just is blessed." JAMES.—On the 10th inst., at Heol-las-fach, Fer- wig, Mary, wife of Mr. O. James, and mother of the Rev. T. James, M.A., Llandyssil, aged 78 years: ».«.»