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I A WELCOME LETTER.
I A WELCOME LETTER. | The following letter has been received by the i Rev. G. LI. Williams, from the Rev. G. Hughes, | who is a missionary at Barisal. No doubt it will interest many of our Chapel-going friends I, Mission Hall, Barisal. "Jan.2nd.1893. My dear Mr. Williams, Better late than never.' I write to wish you and the readers of the ]» rZ,y.v Herald a happy and prosperous New Year. My conscience pricks me a good bit, for not having written oftener, but as Repentance has set in you can hope for better things in future. Mention has been made once or twice in the Herald to my indisposition. I have suffered a good bit during the year, but for some time now I have been enjoying very good health. I owe much of it to Davies and Bevan and Mt;ldah. The genial companionship of the Brethren, and the more bracing climate of the district put me on the way to recovery. It was my Bethesda the water was troubled and the Brethren threw me in. I spent a very happy month with them. Our mornings we spent in study, our evenings in preaching. Every day about 5 o'clock we marched off to the Bazaar, and delivered our message of light and love to big crowds of people. We*sang Bengali hymns, sold Bengali gospels, and preached the gospel of our Blessed Redeemer with as much 9 Hwyl as the language would permit. Hundreds of gospels were sold, indeed I believe that more gospels have been sold in one year in Mal lah than in any station in Bengal. Sometimes we went out in a small boat to a neigbouring village. We would tramp the streets offering g-ospels for sale, and would preach at the principal corners. On each of these occasions some 60 of 70 books were sold. Thus Christ's command is being obeyed. The gospel is being preached, from the lips, in song, and by printed books. The journey to these places was always terribly hot, but the homeward journey, with the tide, in the cool of the evening* breeze, was delightful. Together we would lustily sing jolly old hymns, and talk of dHS of long ago. with loving memory, and not a little longing. Is this weakness ? No, I don't think so. By decision of Conference I have been trans- fered from Madariport to Barisal. So the original brood have left the old nest. and are separated far from one another. James is there still, not alone, I am glad to say, for loneliness in Madaripore, is loneliness, indeed. He has three young" men with him, and soon with God's permission he will have more pleasant com- pany still. The work I am deputed to do here is itinerating. Just the work I long to do—carrying the Gospel to the heathen. I shall live in a small boat, and be out among the people, as much of my time, as climate and health will permit. The field I have mapped out is confined to two large islands. The larger one is called Dakhin-Shabax- pur, and contains about 200,000 inhabitants. The Gospel has .been preached to them at very rare intervals, and somewhere among them are supposed to be 13 Onristians. Doubtless, are now swallowed up in the big mass and Heathendom. The people are poor. ignorant, and superstitious, but ex- perience from the early days of Christianity up to the present teaches us, that the poor are the favoured subject of the Grace and Love of God." The second island is much smaller, and is named Hattyah. On this island, it is said the word of truth has never been preached. I would ask the readers of the Herald to be with me in their prayers. May they wrestle with the master of the harvest, uutil a blessing, rich and full fall upon these dark places. r,* just a word about Christmas in Barisal. Mr. Carey is now away, attending the Decennial Conference, at 'Bombay,' so h's work has fallen into' my hands. There are in Barisal something like 2.000 students, all craving for a knowledge of English, and a fair piopoitioa of them knowing English very well. They are prepared up to the B.A. and B.L. standards. Among these Mr. Carey works. It is & splendid field of labour, as they are always prepared to listen, and are largely amenable to reason. One splendid advantage is the fact that they are stationed here for years, and the work 0-lee commenced can be carried ca, Many come to us because they are anxious to learn English, others come because the spirit has created in them a thirst for things Heavenly. There are among those of my acquaintance frank, open-iiearted young men whom I love very much. They come to me almost daily with their diffi- culties, aud have gone away with tears in their eyes, gripping my hand, but unable to say a. word. Whatever may be said of this work. this much is true, that under the influence of Christian instruction these young men are evincing a nobler spirit than those who shun us. Their conduct and their daily life is of a higher order altogether, and I am prepared to expect great things" from among the pupils of Barisal. Numbers leave us annually with broader views and larger sympathies, and with many prejudices removed. Further, they carry with them a fair knowledge of the truth as it is in Jesus. J have written you before of the Bible School held for these students, so I need but say that it still flourishes. On Christmas Eve I conducted two Bible Classes, and the spirit dis- played by the boys enc&ura-ged me not a little to prepare for the next day. Ou Christmas morning I delivered a lecture to a splendid congregation of students on the Decision of the Shepherds '—Luke v., 15. One of the glaring weaknesses of the Bengali is his lack of courage to grapple with the truth and fight it out. He seems to know intuitively to where the fight will lead him, and he fears the coaseqoenee. So you can easily understand how I was able to weave into my address comfort for these boys. In the afternoon we held our Bible School. We had three English classes and two Bengali. Our Lesson was the Birth of Christ,' and the boys seem to enjoy the fact that the Son of God had come down to save them from sin, and death and hell. After this service, as well as after the morning service, we gave a Christmas card to each one present. Mrs Carey, Mrs. Williamson, Miss Moore, and Miss Finch have written Christmas greetings on each card, and had tastefully decorated the hall. At 6 p.m. I delivered another lecture on 4 Full Salva- tion.' The room was well filled with just the class of men we wanted, and a good time was expe- rienced. The ladies above-mentioned sano- several Gospel hymns, to the delight of those assembled. In the Bengali Ciaoel Mr. Spurgeon preached twic. and had the pleasure in the afternoon of baptising two young men—one the son of Christian parents, the other a convert from Mahommedanism. On Monday prizes were given to the scholars of the Christian girls' school. The prizes reminded us of home and home folk, because they all came out from friends in. England and Wales. If the donors could see how much joy their gifts give to those little girls they would be amply re-paid for the trouble and ex- pense they had gone to. One of the fir6t girls in the school, and a general favourite, was married by Mr. Spurgeon to one of our young preachers, by name Probhat. He is a splendid young fellow' full of energy and honest piety. He is much liked by all who know him. This prayerful spirit and confidence in God is pleasant to behold. Of course, a marriage feast was given, and I can ass,tre that all present did justice to the good things provided. The ladies very kindly presented the young bride with many useful articles where- with to commence house-keeping, and the mis- sionaries ar,-l_ native Christians did not forget Probaat. A.md honest sorrow and genuine regret they left us LO take up Evangelistic work at a place called Twrc; mid-way betwi e i Barisol and Madari- pore. We also arranged a cricket match between heathen boys of our Bible schools. They thoroughly enjoyed the game, and we rejoiced in their pleasure. We have also started a cricket club to be called the Bible School Cricket Club. It will cement the affection of the boys to each other and teachers, will link them more compactly to the schooi, and will help them to build up healthy houses for their souls to live in. Thus we en- deavour to help them on physically, mentally. morally, and spiritually and there are signs of growth in grace evident. With us, pray that this good work may be abundant blessed of God, and that the labourers here may rejoice in seeinr precious souls gathered in to swell the ranks ef the King's own. In haste, with much love and fond remem- brances, from your brother, GEORGE HUGHES.
BARRY GAS AND WATER BILL.
BARRY GAS AND WATER BILL. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE LOCAL BOARD. HOW THE MATTER WORKED. A special meeting of the Barry and Cadoxton Local Board was held in the Board-room, Cadox- ton, on Monday at noon, for the purpose of sealing the agreement respecting the Gas and Water Bill with the Barry and Cadoxton Gas and Water Com- pany. Mr. G. Thomas was voted to the chair, and there were present Mr. Thomas (auctioneer), Mr. B. Lewis, Mr. J. Jewel Williams, Mr. W. Thomas (Hayes), Mr. Barstow, and Mr. G-. F. Willett (assistant clerk). THE BUSINESS BEFORE THE MEETING. A letter was read from Mr. J. A. Hughes, clerk to the Board, in which he regretted that he was unable to attend the special meeting of the Board as he had to be in London in connection with the Local Board's Bill. He reminded the Board that on the 30th of January they had authorised the Parliamentary Committee to take the necessary steps with regard to the Gas and Water Bill, and Major-General Lee, Mr. Meggitt, and Mr. George Thomas had been authorised to make arrange- ments with the Company. Those gentlemen in the exercise of that authority had agreed with the Company upon the tsrms set forth in the agree- ment before the Board, and had signed that agree- ment. THE AGREEMENT WAS THEREFORE BINDING. But as it was thought desirable that the agree- ment should be included in the Act, he suggested that the Board should hold its special meoting sufficiently early as to permit a telegram to be forwarded to the House of Commons on Monday to the effect that the agreeament had been sealed. AN EXPLANATION OF THE SITUATION. The Chairman reported that Mr. Meggitt was prevented from being present through the illness of his wife, and that Major-General Lee could not attend through having business at the Assizes. It therefore devolved upon himself to give an account of what had been done during the pa.st week. They went to London on Monday, and on Tuesday the Bill came before a Special Committee of the House of Commons. After proceeding some time, he was deputed by the Committee to see if there was any chance of the two parties coming to an agreement. On Wednesday, after spending some time without any result, he met Mi", Linton, in the Lobby of the House of Commons. That gentleman negotiated on behalf of the Company, while he (the Chairman), with the valuable assistance of Mr. Hawkesley, negotiated on the part of the Local Board. Mr. Linton said at once that THE GAS AND WATElt COMPANY WERE UNWILL- ING SELLERS, -and had no inteation of parting with their under- taking, preferring to retain their property but if the Board made them an offer bassed upon certain linea he thought it would be considered. Mr. Linton laid down as a basis of negotiations (1) That the works of the Company were capable of earning the maximum dividend. (2) That the maximum dividend would be reached in seven years. (3) That the back dividends would ba paid in a period extending over 20 years. (4) That £ 3,000 would be expended in winding-up Company, and for Parliamentary ¡ expenses in connection with the present Bill. (5) That 10 per cent. should be given, for com- pulsory purchase. (6) That the directors should be remunerated, and (7) That the Debentures should be taken over. That, said Mr. Thomas continuing, was rather a large order, and Mr. Hawkesley worked it out, and taking those terms as the basis of his calculations found as follows :-— £ 159,000 purchase.; £3,000 directors'remuneration, and £17,000 debentures- total, £ 179,000. After that the committee of the Local Board met, and they made the Gas and Water Company an offer of £ 138,000 purchase; £ ,3,000 directors' remuneration, and £1,700 Deben- tures-total, £156,000. But up to the time of the Committee rising at four o'clock on Wednesday, they had not arrived at any settlement. They -again met the same evening at the National Liberal Club, each party occupying separate rooms. They each hammered away from 8.30 until one o'clock the next morning, when they agreed that the terms should be £152,000 purchase, including the directors' remuneration and £17,000 Deben- tures—total, £ 139,000. IN ARRIVING AT THAT CONCLUSION they took as a basis the figures worked out by Mr. Hawkesley. £6,224 was taken as the maxi- mum of the Company, and, multiplied by 23 -years' purehase, amounted to £143,152. Then there was the question of back dividends. The Company was entitled to back dividends -after reaching the maximum of 10 per cent. Taking the dividend at £ 19,214, £ G,650 would be for back -dividends at present—leaving £ 12.564. The value of that sum now Mr. Hawkesley estimated at £6,973. That would bring the-total £150,125. To that they were to add 10 per cent. compulsory purchase, £15,012, making a total of £165,137. To that should be added £3,000 Parliamentary ex- penses and winding up, directors' remuneration, £ 3,000, and £ 1,700 Debentures, bringing the total up to £ 188,137. Mr. Hawkesley thought that to earn that maximum dividend it would be neces- sary for the Company to spend £20,000 over and above what has been expended. Deducting the sum of £ 17,262 from the total as the present value, left £ 170,875. That was the price which an arbitrator would have given the Company for their interest in the works. With all those facts before them, he felt that the Committee were justified in settling at a price ;£2.000 less than Mr. Hawkesley estimated an arbitrator would have given, and in any case the Local Board would have had to pay the costs of the arbitration. THE COMMITTEE HAD DONE THEIR BEST for the Board and the district, and had discharged their responsible duties to the best of theii ability. (Hear, hear.) He believed it would relieve them • from one of the heavi" taxes ever imposed for gas and water. (Hear, hear.) They had had to pay the maximum rate for water. (Hear, hear.) 1 They were anxious also to come to terms, as their counsel plainly told them that their chances of getting their Act passed were very remote, as there was not a single precedent of a Gas and Water, -Company being compelled to sell their undertaking against their will. and if they had gone on with their Bill the Committee would either have had to reject it or create a new -precedent entirely. If they had lost their Bill the -cost of promoting it would have had to have been paid out of the present year's rates. If the Bill had been rejected the Gas and Water Company, who had expended about £ 11,000 over their authorised capital would have been compelled to go to Parliament either in November or next year for powers to raise it, and he did not think the rate- payers would then have been willing to have ex- pended more money in opposing it. (Hear, hear.) Hot only would that have happened but by the Com- pany-creating fresh capital the rates would also have gone up, and the Board would not have been in a .position TO HATE TOUCHED THE €OJIPANY FOR 25 YEARS. There was one question which the committee had considered very carefully. It was the question of the period which should elapse before commencing their Sinking Fund. By the agreement they did not take over the undertaking until the commence- ment of next year, and they would not have to commence their Sinking Fund until 12 months after-January, 1895. Endeavours were being made to extent the period to three years. Mr. J. Williams asked the Chairman to explain the Sinking Fund. It really meant that the payment back would then commence. Mr. Lewis remarked that it would give-them a longer period for the loan. The Chairman said they wanted to go three years before they would have to pay any money at all. They wanted Parliament to give them that power. WELL-DESERVED THANKS. The Chairman said he could not sit down with- out expressing his high appreciation of the able manner in which the Committee had been seconded in their endeavour to get the Bill passed. They were ably served by their counsel, Mr. Pembroke Stephens, Q.C., and Mr. Baggalley, his junior; Mr. Oddie, from the office of the Parliamentary agents and Mr. J. A. Hughes, had worked hard with the legal part of the business, while Mr. Pardoe had served them well, as had also Mr. Hawkesley and Mr. Rolfe. He suggested the passing of a vote of thanks to those gentlemen. It was decided to postpune the matter until the general meeting of the Local Board. In reply to qaeations, the Chairman stated that the loan would average over 50 years, and thoy would be able to borrow at 3J per cent. Upon the motion of the Chairman, seconded by Mr. W. Thomas (auctioneer), it \\11;1£ unanimously decided to fix the seal of the Board to the agree- ment. Mr. Lewis was pleased that the Board had been able to arrive at an agreement with the Company, although he had hoped that they would not have had to pay more than £ 150,000. Mr. J. Williams agreed, and contended that the Board had done right in endeavouring to get the control of the gas and water. (Hear, hear.) The meeting also decided to adopt the report of the Finance Committee, in which it was recom- mended that a collector be advertised for.
VESTRY MEETING AT BARRY.
VESTRY MEETING AT BARRY. WORKING MEN BEHIND TIME. On Friday evening a vestry meeting of the parishioners of Barry was held at the Parish Hall. The Rector and a number of parishioners assembled in the porch of the church, and after waiting a minute or so, Canon Allen adjourned the meeting to the Parish Hall. On assembling at the hall, there wre present, the Chairman (Canon Allen), Rev. Du Heaurae, Captain Whall, Mr. E. S. John- son, Mr. Johnson, Mr. W. Thomas, Mr. David Williams, Mr. Griffin, sen., Mr. Waters, Mr. Johns, Mr. J onee, &c.. The first business proceeded with was the elec- tion of a representative on the United District Burial Board, in the place of Mr. W. Adams, whose term of office had expired.—Captain Whall pro- posed the re-election of Mr. Adams. He had been a most useful member of the Board, his outdoor knowledge had been particularly useful, and his attendances very regular. Mr. E. S. Johnson seconded. Mr. Adams' local knowk'Io? and experience of outdoor work very well spoke for themselves. Mr. Harry Davies, who had just arrived, said it was rather hard on the working-men parishioners to call a meeting for seven o'clock. It was very unfair, as the men were not able to go home, get their tea, and then be there by seven o'clock. The meeting commenced rather quickly. The Reator It was fully seven before we com- menced. Mr. Davies It is now only nine past seven. It is rather hard, Mr. Chairman. The Rector I oannc/t see any hardship. Another gentleman remarked that working men from Cardiff had had fime to get home, have their teas, and to be present at that meeting. The Chairman Is there any other nomination ? If not, I will put the naotioa to the meeting. M £ Harry Davies proposed, as an amendment, that Mr. Pattison be elected, pointing out that he was a Labour representative. Some time ago the Burial Board wanted to purchase a piece of ground, and they decided to let their clerk bid up to £ 125. Finding that the Board wanted Mr. E. S. Johnsen appealed to ths Chairman as to whether Mr. Davies was in order. The Chairman ruled Mr. Davies out of order. What he Was saying was irrevelant to his amend- ment. Mr. W. Thomas seconded the amendment. On being put, five voto for the amendment and eleven for the motion, and, coastquonlly, Mr. Adams was re-elected. Mr. Adams returned thanks. The election of auditor (Captai:i Whall) con- cluded the business, and the meeting terminated.
TEA & ENTERTAINMENT AT PONTRADDU.
TEA & ENTERTAINMENT AT PONTRADDU. The annual tea of the Wesleyan friends took place at their meeting house on Monday, and. although the weather was not all that could be hoped for, there was a large attendance of visitors. The tea was all that was to be desired, and the ladies-Mrs. Pettard, Miss Pettard, Miss Rees, Mrs. Ellis, Miss Takle, Miss Saaith, Mrs. Takle, Miss Trenwith, Mri. Oram, Mrs. Squire, and Miss Spracklen-who held trays and assisted, deserve the greatest praise for the manner in which they discharged their duties. In the even- ing the Coytrahene Male Voice Party, under the able leadership of Mr. Thomas Butler, gave an entertainment. The room was literally crammed, and the party are to be congratulated upon giving, at a short notice, such a successful and entertaining programme. The chair was ably fined by Mr. John Salter, who, with the assistance of Mr. M. Pherson, acted as adjudicators of various competitions in sinking and recising, which took place during the evening. Miss Trenwith, who is always ready to help on such occasions, again favoured them with her presence as accompanist. The following was the pro- gramme :—Glee, While rambling far," Party song," Her own boy Jack," P. S. Squire duet, "Convent Bells." T. Prescott and E. Davies song, "The diver," T. Butler; quartette, "Lover's complaint," Messrs. Thomas Prescott, John Power, M. J. Takel. and E. Davies glee, Gipsies," Party song," Happy moments," B. Davies trio, Canadian boat song," Messrs. M. J. Takel, T. Prescott. and J. Power; quartette, I- I'm so nervous," Messrs. T. Butler, G. Griffiths, E. Davies. and M. J. Takel song, The pilot," John Power; song and chorus, Blacksmith Joe," T. Butler and Party. -Z
DEATH OF MRS. STACEY, LLANDOUGH.
DEATH OF MRS. STACEY, LLANDOUGH. We regret to have to announce the death of Mrs. Theodosia Stacey, vidow of the late Mr. Edmund Sbaaey.J.P., which took place rather suddenly at her residence, Llandouarh Castle, near Cowbridge, on Sunday afternoon last. The deceased lady was cut the previous day, and appeared in her usual health. About nine o'clock on Sunday morning, !(Mi the maid gomg into Mrs. Stacey's room, she found her lying in a fit. Dr. Mellor was at once sent for-and remained with the deceased until her death, which took place about three o'clock the same .afternoon. Mrs. Stacey was of a very charitable disposition, and will be greatly missed by many. It is expected her remains will be interred in Llandough Churchyard by the side of her deceased husband. The Glamorgan Hounds did not meet on Monday at Llanilid as advertised, owing to the death of Mrs. Staoey. Mr. R. T. Bassett, the master, kindly sent the second huntsman to inform those who attended the meet of the sudden and sad occurence.
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CELEBRATING ST. PATRICK'S…
CELEBRATING ST. PATRICK'S DAY. DINNER AND DANCE AT CADOXTON. Those of our friends who hail from the Emerald Isle and who take as their patron saint St. Patrick are well-known for their enthusiasm and the heartiness with which they usually celebrate St. Patrick's Day. In the district of Barry their members are by no means few, and they are not to be found behind when called upon to assemble either to honour that day or to sapport their orators in bringing before the country the wrongs and injustices of Ireland. The members of the local branch of the Irish National League again took the initiative this year, and arranged a dinner and dance at the Witchill Hotel, Barry road, Cadoxton, for St. Patrick's Eve. It proved to be A MOST SUCCESSFUL AFFAIR, and was ably managed. The room was tastefully decorated, the various shades of green being shown to advantage in the brilliantly lighted room. Dr. P. J. O'Donnell occupied the chair, and was supported by the Rev. Father J. T. Hyland, Mr. W. Thomas, Dr. Kelly, Dr. Lloyd Edwards, Rev. J. W. Matthews, and among those present were :—Messrs Lewis Lewis, West- cott, F. Chappel, E. W. Morgan, T. H. Morgan, R. T. Rees, T. Catherines, J. Treharae, Burbidge, Leyshon, G. Brock, Jones, J. Harrison, E. Marsh, E. Rees, Greener, J. Thomas, S. Thomas, J. T. Thomas, J. Price. J. M-Cann, J. M'Donald, C. Morgan, Brown, Fox, J. L. Davies, Bryant, H. Abraham, and Mrs. Marsh, Mrs. Clarke and Miss Allendale, Mrs. Donoghuo, Mrs. Watkins, Mrs. M'Donald, Mrs. and Miss Welsh, Mias Sheen. Mrs. Bryant, Mrs. M'Cann, Miss Mooney, Miss Brown, Miss M'Carthy, and others. "THE QUEEN AND THE IRISH PARLIAMENT was the first toast, and in giving that the Chair- man said it had been the custom to leave out the toast of the Queen at the national banquets in Ireland, not out of any disrespect for her Majesty, but because she was the figure-head of the Government which prevailed in that country. They hopsd, however, to soon toast to the Queen as the Queen of Ireland an.4 to ?:n. Irish Parliament. (Applause.) ASSIST—BTLF M SYMPATHY WITH IRELAND. Letters of apology were read from the following gentlemen regretting their inability to attend :— Dr. Mullin, Cardiff Mr. D. T. Alexander and the Rev. Father Hade. THE DAY WE CELEBRATE." This toast was proposed in an ablo manner by Dr. Kelly. I-Io said the anniversary of St. Patrick's Day was dear to the heart of every Irishman, and it not only had its saintly but also its political side. The rev. gentleman whose name was associated with the toast was animated by the same spirit as his predecessor 1500 years ago. Such men were the pride of the Irish nation. In a few hours the sun would rise on the 17th of March, 1893, which year was destined to become one of the most memorable since St. Patrick's day at the close of the last century. Now the shackles were falling- slowly but surelj—off the feet of Ireland. (Ap- plause.) They had all heard, he had no doubt, of ) the outrage committed by the band of men-if he could call them by such a name—who had sold their country. Those men had murdered the in- dustries of a. nation. Bver since the Union of Ire- land and Great Britain became law there had been no union. THERE HAD BEEN A GREAT DEAL OF DISUNION. (Applause.) That Act of legislative union had stifled their industries and sapped the wealth of a nation, to be spent anywhere but in Ireland. (Applause.) It had been the means of founding a greater Ireland across the Atlantic, and had helped them to crown their labours in making Ireland once more a nation. (Applause.) At last they were insisrhtof the goal. The rising sun whic'l formed part of the emblem on their national flag spoka for itself of the antiquity of the- Irish nation. It was a happy omen lor the future, and he hoped that before the sun rose on another St. Patrick's Day they would be clear for the re- establishing of an Irish Parliament on College Green. (Applause.) Mr. Lewis Lewis having obliged with "St. Patrick's Day Parade," The Rev. Father Hyland responded to the toast. He said it was many years ago since St. Patrick trod their native land, and did a great amount of good for God and His people. Ha had brought down many blessings upon the land, and perhaps nanny of their sufferings had been brought about in the same way. It was hard to bear, but God gave them strength. It was unneesary for him to speak of the ruin of. their industries, and the consequent misery. He had seen in his visits from house to house people who should have been in a good position with scarcely enough clothes to cover them, and in want of the bare necessaries of life. St. Patrick was what a schoolmaster called an object lesson. The reverend gentle-. man next ireferred to the ballad written by Thomas Moore, the first line of which is Rich and rare were the gems she wore," and pointed out the truth of the saying that although Irishmen loved things that were beautiful they loved, virtue and honour more. (Applause.) He also touched upon tha saying of other poets, and concluded by remarking that no matter in what position they were plaoed the sons of Ireland would be still the same. (Applause.}) Miss McCarthy next gave in a very creditable manner" Where is now the merry party." ■" IRELAND AS A NATION." The Chairman gave this toast, and said that ever since the beginning of the present century Ireland has not ceased her struggle for her right- ful position, a.m'd the prospect was now brighter than ever. (Applause.) Never had the realisa- tion of their hopes been nearer than at present, through the efforts of the Grand Old Ma.n," (Applause.) At the present day they had in Parliament an Irish Party of which they could be proud. They bad shown what they were made of, and had done much for Ireland. It was argued that Ireland would never be content with anything, but he contended that if she were given that whieh was her right she would be happy and prosperous. During the period of the Grantham Parliament no nation made such rapid strides as Ireland. It was the Act of Union which had stamped out their woollen industries, and was it not one of the George's who ordered that the linen industry should be confined to a small corner of that country ? They had been accused of being an idle and lazy people. What had they in Ireland to work for ? But had they not shown what they could do mnder better conditions elsewhere ? Had not Irishmea- risen to the highest places in America.:? (Applause.) They had been able to help also their brethren at home. It was a fact that the wealthy people of Ireland did all they could against her. Did they not neglect her in every way, and aendi their children to English Universities, where they were imbued with a spirit of bitterness against the country which they should love and respect ? Wales was, to a. great extent, in the same position as Ireland. The cause of Ireland was now being pusfaed forward with commendable zeal, but it could only be continued by those who had it at heart helping them. They all knew that in Parliament the. Irish Party had an uphill fight, and in order to prevent their measure being de- feated had to spend all their time in the House. FUNDS WERE NEEDED to carry on the fight, and the Irish National League appealed to them all to help them now in their hour of trial, and in their endeavour to establish a Parliament on College Green. (Ap- plause.) Mr. McDonnell having given a recitation, Mr. O. McCann responded to the toast, and referred principally to the exodus of the people of Ireland from their native land. Mr. Hoddinott next sang 11 The miner's dream." "THE LAND WE LIVE IN" Was proposed by Mr. McDonneH, and he ex- pressed his admiration for the manner in which the Welsh people sympathised with the cause of Ire- land. The Irish and Welsh, he was pleased to say, work harmoniously together, and he hoped to see Wales receiving- her just dues as well as Ireland. The Rev. J. W. Matthews, in responding to the toast for gallant little Wales, spoke of the kindred feeling which existed between the two nations. He was pleased to find Uleu standing up for their native land, and, in the words of the Roman pro- verb, he would say, It is sweet to die for one's country." (Applause.) He hoped the day would soon come when. Ireland would have' her just rights, and Wales could also look forward to the proper time for herself. The Welsh Parliamentary Party were following in the wake of the Irish, and the day W;\8 not far distant when they would make their influence felt. The Welsh were in thorough sympathy with the Irish people and their cause. (Applause.) Dr. Lloyd Edwards also responded, and in the course of his remarks referred to the fact that both nations were Celts, and many of their emblems were identical. It was but natural that every man should love his native country. It was Scott who said Breathes there a man with soul so dead What never to himself hath said That is my own, my native land ? Mr. J. Barry next obliged with a song, and Mr. McCann gave the toast of "THE TRADE OF THE DISTRICT," hoping that trade would soon look more prosper- ous. Mr. W. Thomas, in acknowledging the toast, referred to the rapid growth of the district, and the increased trade. He also paid a high compli- ment to the Chairman, and referred to his modesty in not telling them about his recent visit to London, where they had in tha House of Commons seen Mr. Gladstone advance to the table with his Home Rule Bill. In conclusion he reminded them of the Welsh motto, which translated meant Rather death than shame." THE VISITORS." Mr. W. Doolay gave this toatt, and thanked .those who had assisted by their presence, and for their sympathy towards Ireland. Mr. Lewis Lewis responded, and after express- ing the pleasure he felt at being present, spoke of the kindness which the Rov. Father Hyland had shown during his stay in the district. Mr. Morgan also responded. The Rev. Father Hyland, in giving the toast of The Press," thanked the local journals for thoir assistance in tha past, The toast was acknowledged by Mr. J. R. Llewellyn, Mr. S. Jones, and Mr. Polkinghorue (South Wales Star). Mr. Lewia Lewis baring entertained the com- ¡ lur. Thomas proposed the toast of THE CHAIRMAN." Ha said he had always foutid Dr. O'Donnell a friend, and if all the Irish people were like him it would be all right. The toast was drank with musical honours, aad cheers followed. The Chairman thanked them for their kindness. He was simply performing a duty which he con- sidered he owed to his country. Mr. Harry Abrahams having given a very pleasing entertainment and elog dance, The Chairman gave the toast of Our Host and Hostess," complimenting Mr. and Mrs. Hoddinott upon the excellent manner in which they had served the dinner. Mr. Hoddinott hoped ha had pleased all. A dance followed, and a most pleasant time was spent. i
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BARRY AND DISTRICT TRADES5 COUNCIL. WILL RUN CANDIDATES FOR THE LOCAL BOARD. The attendance at the fortnightly meeting of the above Council last Friday evening was quite up to the average, and the proceedings throughout were of a spirited character.—Mr. Tanner, a member of tho Swansea Trades' Council, who was on a "visit to tha district, was admitted to the Council Chamber, and appeared exceedingly pleased with the manner in which tha business was conducted. PKELIMI VARIES. The roll was called, and the minutes of the previous ordinary, as wall as a special, meeting were read and confirmed. BARRY VESTRY MEETING. Before eommenciiig the business on the agenda, the result of tho vestry meeting at Barry, held the same evening,, to elect a Burial Board member, and an auditor, was made known. Mr. H. Davies complained that the conduce of the Chairman was of a most arbitrary nature, and said he had refused a member of the Council the right to treat on the merits and demerits of the candidates. Also, the time occupied in electing a member and auditor—about 10 minutes—was indicative of a desire to rush through the business and to keep from voting the crowd of working men who put in an appearance jast as the meeting was terminating. THB WORK OF THE SCHOOL BOARD. Mr. Rees gave an account of his School Board work, and, amongst other things, said the desira- bility or otherwise of engaging a. clerk of works for the new B-irry Schools would be dealt with at the next meeting of the Board. I THS APPROACHING ELECTION. At the Council's request. Mr. Gilead Brock, of 1 Morel-street, attended. All matters in connection with his candidature for the East Ward at the Local Board election received attention. In order to make sure Mr. Brock's success, a committee of six was elected to draft, with Mr. Brock, his election address, and arrange the initia- tory work of canvassing. Messrs. Pattison and Griffin, the Local Board candidates for the Barry Ward, had been inter- viewed, and it was reported that the former gen- tleman, having expressed views decidedly favour- able to Trades' Unionism, while the latter under- stood not the aspirations of Unionists, the Council resolved to recommend Mr. Pattison's candidature to all the working men voters in that ward. On this question opinions differed, some members being desirous of interviewing the whele of the candidates and issuing a manifesto. WHO DOES THIS HAT FIT ? The proceedings of the late Vestry meeting at Cadoxton Board Schools were discussed. Expres- sions of sorrow at the failure of the Labour candi- dates came from all the delegates present. As an instance of the malice and inhuman feelings entertained by some of the working men towards Mr. Harrison, a member mentioned chat men who had never in their liyes tredden on Cadoxton Common formed the clique present on that even- ing, their only object in giving their presence being, not to vote for the most suitable men, but, at all hazards, to keep Mr. Harrison from being elected. TO HELP A FELLOW TRADE UNIONIST. Contributions towards the Harry Davies' prize drawing were promised by Messrs. Garnett. Barry- road; Mr. Towilsend, stationer Mr. Williams, Cash Stores W. L. Hughes, draper (boys' suit of clothes valued at 10h.) Phillips, ironmonger, lamp; Newman, jeweller, clock or watch R. 0. Jonos, Westminster Stores, 2s. 6d. lb. of tea J. A. Williams, grocer, It. Abbot, ironmonger, case of tea apooDS and sugar tongs. Of the Local and School Board members who had been com- municated with only Mr. J. C. Meggitt and Dr. O'Donnell had sent replies. The first-named said he could not assist in that way as he did not agree with the principle of prize drawings. He was, however, willing to assist in some other way. The latter (Dr. O'Donnell) has promised to contribute, but has not yet mads up his mind as to the contribution, whether it will take the form of an article or a sum af money. This was all the business.
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ROYAL HEARTS OF OAK FRIENDLY SOCIETY. INTERESTING PRESENTATION AT THE HOPE OF BARRY LODGE. Ou Wednesday evening the annual dinner of the members of the above society was held at the Barry Hotel. Dr. Neale (surgeon of the lodge) presided, and was supported by the Rev. J. H. Stowell, M.A., Dr. Kelly, Dr. Prosser Evans, Mr. F. J. Collier, Mr. Richard Robinson, Mr. Llewellyn Thomas, Mr. Wilson (secretary of the lodge). Mr. J. Marsh, Mr. Thomas, Mr. Evans, Mr. A. J. Rees, and about a hundred members. Host Davies served a most substantial dinner in on excellent manner. Grace was said by the Rev. J. H. Stowell before and after the repast, and at the conclusion Mr. Alfred Rees played a spirited pianoforte solo, "La Diadem." THE LOYAL TOASTS. Tha Chairman proposed "The Queen and Royal Family," after which Mr. S. Martin sung Here's a health unto his Majesty." COULD NOT ATTEND. The Chairman read, letters of apology from Canon Allen, Mr. Meggitt, General Lee, Mr. Alexander, Sir Morgan Morgan, Rev. J. Price, See. Bro. F. Whall proposed The Army, Navy and Reserve Forces," coupled with the name of Dr. Kelly. Words were not required from him, he said, to eulogise that toast, as the deeds of the Army and Navy spoke for themselves. (Hear, hear.) A CREDIT TO THE COUNTRY. Dr. Kelly responded, making special reference to the Navy, of which they all felt justly proud, whether they came from England, Scotland, Ire- land, or Wales. The Auxiliary Forces were a credit to them, and they justly felt that if the hour of danger should arrive, they would do justice to themselves, and be a credit to their country. (Hear, hear.) Mr. Gilbert then sang Love, sweet love," and Mr. G. Collins proposed, "The Ministers of Religion," coupled with the name of the Rev. J. H. Stowell. (Hear, hear.) MOTUAL HELF. Mr. Stowell responded. That and kindred societies, he said, had a claim upon all Christian Churches. It brought to his mind the fact that they were all members of one great Church, with many branches, of one great, gigantic friendly society. In their principles of mutual help and care for the sick and distress he found the society fulfilled at least one of the two great command- ments laid upon them, by attending to their neigh- bour and loving him as themselves, and he was delighted to have such a reception from such an assembly. He felt sure that from that reception they'were perfectly satisfied with the ministers, although they had many faults. One of their faults was that they did not always get on so well amongst themselves, and he wished to acknow- ledge frankly they had serious quarrels, but he t looked to the time when they would quarrel with more amiable feelings. (Hear, hear.) Touching upon the Suspensory Bill before Parliament, Mr. 3t?well said it was a burning topic affecting the Welfare of the ministers and clergymen. He was not alarmed at anything ths A'S^mbly at West- minster might do in the course of the next few months, whether they brought a certain law into operation or left it aloae. He was not alarmed, but he hoped what was done might minister to the unity and equality of brother ministers Justice was done early in the career of the great- statesman to the Roman Catholic Dissentera of Ireland by the Disestablishment of the Irish Church, and he trusted that before long. however, it might come about, that justice would be done to the Protestant Dissenters of England aid Wales. (Hear, hear.) lie only wished to say he had not a spark of bitterness towards any of his brother ministers. There was a good feeling of brotherliness and friendliacss amongst the ministers, and whatever their fsults were they tried to find them out and. correct them. The ministers had a deep feeling for the working men, and were full of sympathy for them. and anxious to bring about in all departments in connection }. with capital and labour a state of agreement. It was because mauy of them were not half so clever as they (the working men) were, not that they lacked the good will, but rather from a common sense of discretion restraining men from interfer- { ing in things they did not thoroughly understand. OUR NOBLE SELVES. Mr. Silverthorne sltug "The village bbeksmith," and for an encore All hail to the laud of my birth," after which Mr. F. Collier proposed The Barry Lodge of the Royal Hearts of Oak Friondly Soeiety." That Barry Lodge was a new one, but at the same time '9 it seemed to have been a very successful one. Very few lodges of the same length of standing could muster so many members as that Lodge, and they had done a great deal of good during the two years they had been in existence. With the toast he begged to couple the names of Mr. D. Rowlands, and Mr. Nicholls, the treasurer. WHAT THE SOCIETY HAD DONE. In the absence of Mr. Rowlands, Mr. Nichoils responded. He stated that in the first IS months of their existence they paid out to sick brothers £ 48 10s. 8d., and in the next 12 months, 1892, they nearly doubled that amount of sick pay to the figures of £ 88 18s., although they had not in- creased in members; therefore, as a dividing friendly society they had a very good dividend the first year. but in the second year, 1892, on account of the heavy sickness, they had not anything to divide amongst the members. This year the sick pay had already amounted to £ 33 17. 4d but he was very happy to say they were well able to meet all the demands of sick brethren. (Hear, hear.) If they were for the future as true to the Loflge as in the past they would be able to meet every demand and carry a balance forward next year. (Applause.) At the present time there were £ 60 to the credit of the Lodge. Their management fund last year had been overdrawn £ 1 Is. 10d., but for the support of that they depended upon the hon., as well, as well as the financial, managers, and he trusted that, as a result of that diwner, they would be able o wipe off the £ 1 Is. lid Icit." (Hear, hear.) Mr. J. Evans next rendered in splendid style and voice, "I fear no foe," and "The Village Blacksmith." INTERESTING PROCEEDINGS. Tho Chairman next, on behalf of the Lodge, pre- sented a handsome marble timepiece to Mr. J. A. Davies as a mark of the appreciation of the Lodge of Mr. Davies' kindness, courtesy, and good feeling. He trusted that in the year 2050 Mr. Davies might hear this clock strike 12. (Hear, hear.) The Chairman next p-esented Mr. A. J. Rcei with a handsome pipe, supplied by Mr. Thomas, as a recognition of his services on various Occasions a# pianist to the Lodge. Mr. Davies, in return, thanked the members of. the Lodge for the valuable present. He was sure Mr. Davies, in return, thanked the members of. the Lodge for the valuable present. He wae sure he did not deserve it, but he could assure them I that if he had been of any service in the past, he hoped to double that amount in the future. He should always look back upon that evening with pleasure, and regard the clock as a token of the good feeling which existed amongst the members of the Lodge and himself. (Hear, hear.) Mr. J. A. Rees also suitably acknowledged his presentation. OTHER TOASTS followed, including "The Chairman," proposed by Mr. Marsh, and acknowledged by the Chairman. Dr. Prosser Evans," proposed by Mr. Marsh, and acknowledged by Dr. Evans. The Press," proposed by Mr. J. Clark, and ack- nowledged by Mr. J. R. Llewellyn and Mr. F. Cornish (South Wales Star), and The Host and Hostess," acknowledged by Mr. Davies. Songs were rendered by Mr. Evans. True till death," and" Queen of my heart"; Mr. Silver- thorne, The song that reached my heart" duet, Messrs. Silverthorne and Evans, The Larboard Watch pianoforte solo, Mr. A. J. Rees, &c. The arrangements were ably carried out by the com- mittee, Messrs. R. Griffiths. W. Nichoils, D. C. Mogford, Thomas Botin, Lewis Jones, D. Wilson, and F. Smith, and the handsome decorations including Chinese lantern- j Mr,
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