The Aberystwith Observer

Hocat information. EXTENSION OF THE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY.— A proposal is made for establishing a Royal Ag-ricultural Society for Wales; this, if formed and supported and patronised by the Prince of Wales, would doubtless receive the encouragement of every lover of Agriculture in the Principality. By the formation of a Society like this, small rising farmers would have a better chance of obtaining prizes for the stock offered, than they do at present at small local shows; and its effect would be better still upon those gentry who, year by year, gain the high- est honours at these local shows, instead of compet- ing against a poorer neighbour, they would have to compete against the Agrieuturists in the Principality at large. ACCIDENTAL DEATH.— On the 22nd instant, an inquest was held at Dyffryn C'astell, before J. M. Davies, Esq., Coroner, on the body of David Jones, aged 30 years, who met his death in consequence of an iron rod falling on his head whilst at work, at the Castell Mine, which caused a severe fracture of the skull. Verdict-Accidental Death. SUDDEN DEATHS.—On the 22nd inst., an inquest was held at the Devil's Bridge, before J. M. Davies, Esq., on the body of Jemima Jenkins, who retired to bed on the evening of the 19th in her usual health, and on the following morning was found dead. Verdict,-Died by the visitation of God.- On the 26th instant, an inquest was also held before the same gentleman, on the body of Edward Jones, Tinman, of this town, aged 61 years, who died suddenly on Friday, the 22nd. And, also on the body of Mary Jenkins, aged 69 years, wife of Capt. D. Jenkins, of this town, who died suddenly on Saturday, the 23rd instant. In both cases a verdict of-Died by the visitation of God was returned. PETTY SESSIONS.—On Tuesday last, at the Town Hall, before F. R. Roberts, Esq., Mayor, T. Jones, and D. Edwards, Esqrs. The transfer of the licence of the White Hart Inn was granted from Messrs. Herbert & Morgan to Mr. Richard Hodge. William Jones was charged by P.C. Evans with being drunk and disorderly on the evening of Monday in the public streets. Fined 5s. THE ROYAL CARDIGAN MILITIA were inspected on Saturday the 23rd inst., by Colonel Raymond, commanding in South Wales, (the Inspecting Officer,) accompanied by Capt. Pryse, the Lord Lieutenant of the County. Colonel Raymond ex- pressed his approbation at the soldier-like appear- ance of the men and their precision in drill. Lieut- Col. Powell put the regiment through several maneuvres on the parade ground and the com- panies afterwards skirmished with blank cartridge on the beach. The Inspecting Field Officer also approved of the general interior of economy of the regiment, and intended reporting in very favourable terms to the Secretary of State for War regarding the discipline of the corps. No complaints having been received from any civilian, or from their billets, against any one single man during the training just expired. It is to be hoped that this fine corps will be complete before its next period of training. THE ABERYSTWITH HUNT WEEK commenced on Monday last. The hounds met at Ffosrhydygaled, where a party between 50 and 60 breakfasted. There was plenty of sport, as foxes were numerous, though the scent, was bad. On Tuesday evening the members and their friends partook of an ordinary at the Gogerddan Arms; and on Wednesday the hounds met at Nanteos, where a public breakfast was provided, at which GO to 70 sat down.* On turning out they soon found at Penqwarrel cover, whence, afier a little fencing for Imlf-an-hour, Reynard took cover and crossed over the hills towards Aberrnade at a rapid pace. The staunch pack stuck to him like good ones through the covers Howards Pantygw i fo I, where hieing hardly pressed, he tur'i?«&d.towards his origin) berni, and < t-ossed the upper part of the? Jjiwn at Nanieos; and making towards Bryusion, whence^—was ran into and killed near the garden at N^TiteiPJt "fter a run ot from one hour to an lr>r and a half. Tlie p.f^ wa- Oit.cn very severe, at ■: mer., us field "as out. (-, zti,, 1.1, "'C We understand the Stakes in .e Aberystwith Races not having filled, they will he reserved for a future meeting, which is under the consideration of the Committee. HUNT BALL.—The ordinaries of the Hunt Week took place at the Gogerddan Arms on Tuesday, and at. the Belle Vue on Thursday. The first of the unt Balls took place on Wednesday, under the irection of the Stewards; and was well attended by a complement of nearly 80. Amongst whom we noticed—Capt. and Mrs. Durham, G. G. Williams, ^s<h> The M isses Lewis, Llanllear, Mr. and Mrs. _l"ghes, Morf'a, Mr. C. M. Hughes, ditto, Miss Williams, Ty'nypark, Mrs. H. Hughes, Mr. & Mrs. Pauli, Llanbadarn, Mr. and Mrs. Novelli, Mr. and Mrs. Ward, Mr. ^nd Mrs. Longcrof't. Mr. Bearcroft, Mrs. and The Misses Davies, Ffosrhydygaled, Mr. j Richardes, Bryneithin, Mr. A. O. Powell, and Miss Poweil, Mr. and Arts. Edmund Lloyd, Aberayron, Mr. Mrs. and Miss Jeffreys, Glondyfi Castle, Mr. J. E. Rogers, Mr. and IVfirs. Lewis Davies, Capt. Pryse, M.P., Mr. and Mrs. jfcpnes, Trefr), Mrs. Loveden, Sir John and Lady Atis(hi, Mr. Friar, Mr. and Miss Crawford, The Misses Wilson, Mr. Murphy, Mr. P. Loveden, Mr. J. Inglis Jofees, Derry Ormond, Lady Lucy Vaughan, Mr. E. Vau'ghan, The Misses Davies, Antaron, Mr. and Mrs. Bridsbn Smith, Viscount, and Viscountess Vaughan, Lady. Elizabeth Vauohan Hon. E. Vaughan, Mr. Palk, Mr. and Mrs. E. Jefferies, Mr. and Mrs. Hohnes, Capt. & Mrs. Lloyd philipps, Miss Averne, Mrs. Cornelius Richardes, Mr. Morgan, Llandovery, Mrs. and Miss Davies, Tanybwlch, Mr. Davies, Mr. Morgan. Mr. and Mrs. Crealock, Mr Pell, Mr. Harris, Mr, Cornelius Powell, Miss Williams, CwmcynfcHn; &c., &c. The music was under the direction of Mr. W. C. Hay, of Shrewsbury. PRESENTATION.—On Monday, the 18th instant, a communion service of solid silver, consisting of a flagon, chalice, and paten, was placed on the altar in St. Tudno's Church, Llandudno, bearing the following inscription :—" A thank-offeringpresented to St. Tudno's Church, Dandudno, by W. F. Chap- man, Esq., October 11, 1858." A Purse, containing a sum of money from the female members of the church, was also placed on the altar, addressed to church, was also placed on the altar, addressed to the Rev. J. Morgan, with an affectionate and sympathising Address, expressive of hope and ear- nest prayer for his speedy restoration to health. A similar testimony of sympathy and respect had also been made by the visitors to the rev. gentleman, who, we deeply regret to find, has for some time been suffering from loss of health, J PUBLIC DINNEH.—On Friday, the 22nd instant, a sumptuous dinner was given at the Gogerddan Arms Royal Hotel, tn this town, to celebrate the completion of the Town Clock and Turret, prepared in the usual style of Mr. A. P. Davies, ably assisted by Mrs. Edward Davies. The wines were of prime old vintages, and the tables replete with all the delicacies of the season. Covers for upwards of 100 were laid on the occasion. Amongst those who sat down to dinner we lioticed- Frederick Rowland Roberts, Esq., Chairman,; Capt. Pryse, M.P., Lord Lieutenant of the County; Pryse Loveden, Esq. Col. Corbett; A. H. Novelli, Esq Capt. Durham W. Chambers, Esq. John Parry, EF-q. Thomas Jones, Esq.; J. G. Williams, Esq.; J. j. Atwood, Esq.; C. M. Thomson, Esq.; J. Pell, Esq. Hugh Hughes, Esq.; WiWilliams, Esq.; W. H.Thomas, Esq. Thomas JooBS, Esq., (Surgeon ;) W. Evans, Esq.; Robert Edward, Esq.; G. Morice, Esq.; George Matthews, Esq., Newtown John Rowlands, Esq,; Thomas James, Esq.; Lieut. Hughes; Lieut. Thomas; —— Friar, Esq., H. O. Holmes, Esq.; T. Bonsall, Esq. J. Downie, Esq.; L. Pugh, Esq.; T. O. Morgan, Esq.; i £ apt. M. Francis; A. 0. Powell, Esq.; W. Powell, Esq Lieut. Lewis; i John Miller, Esq.; J. Morgan, Esq.; C. Richardes, Esq. Messrs. D. Robert, J. Roberts, D. Alban, E. J. Lloyd, R. Jones, Hugh Davies, Roderick Williams, J. E. Jones, Rees, D. Lloyd, J. Matthews, E. H. Morgan, 15, Locke, J. Watkins, R. Evans, R. Watkins, C. Jones, M. H. Davies, J. Roberts, jun., Thomas Jones, itin., Richard Jones, Reginald Hughes, C. Hackney, J. W. Jenkins, T. Cleaton, R. Selby, J. WiHiams, L. Jones, E. Row- lands, T. H. Jones, J. R. Jones, B. Hughes, T. Williams, J. B. Jones, Evan Jones, (Painter,) J. Jones, E. L. Cole, J. Evans, jun., Evan Jones, (Wine Vaults,) G. T, Smith, J. Cj^x, R. Hodge, J. Davies, J. Vaughan, E. Lewton, &c., &c. The cloth having been removed, the Chairman proposed the Queen; afterwards were given the Prince Consort, the Prince of Wales, and the rest of the Royal Family, which were received with applause. The Chairman then said, It is not long since there stood nearly opposite to us a primitive ungainly building which we called our Town Hall, in an architectural point of view a disgrace, which nar- rowed our thoroughfares, and was rendered wholly useless by the erection of our new and commodious Hail in another part of the town. Still advocates were not wanting for the retention of the building, as being the most convenient place wherin to display their powers of rhetoric. The voice of reason how- ever prevailed. The building was pulled down, and in its place has risen that elegant and ornamental Clock. Turret, which, in my humble opinion, for beauty of design and execution of workmanship, reflects credit alike upon the designer and the build- er. As you are aware, the Turret was erected un- der the superintendance of a Committee, of which I was a member; but I claim no credit for my .share in the undertaking; as, for reasons peculiarly my own, I abstained from taking that active part which I otherwise should have done. The Committee derived their funds from public subcriptions; and before the Turret had reached scarcely half its appointed height, the funds became exhausted, and there was every fear and prospect of the work being stopped. The Committee however felt that it was due to themselves—that it was due to the credit of the town, that such a result should be averted. They therefore placed themselves under personal liability. The funds were provided, and the work completed. Had the Turret not been completed, instead of being as it is now an object of ornament and usefulness to our town, it would rather have proved to have been an object of ridicule, and a beacon of poverty. Under these circumstances I need hardly tell you that it was highly problematical as to how and where we should obiain our Clock. Ihe family of Gogerddan, however, with that liber- ality and kindness which have ever actuated that ancient and honourable house, have presented us with a Timepiece, which has been selected with the greatest care, regardless of expense, and u ith the sole object of offering to Aberystwith a gilt, worthy of its acceptance. To you, Sir, (addressing Capt. P.) and also to you, Sir, (turning to Mr. P. L.,) it is rny pleasing duty on behalf of the Corporation of this Borough to return you our sincere and heartfelt thanks for the munificent and acceptable gift you have been pleased to make us. When we are all gathered to our long rest, that Clock will yet, remain to note to future generations the fleeting hours of time; but may you both long be spared to hear the sound of that bell, and in the fuii enjoyment, of healths and happiness. Gentlemen, il) conclusion 1 ask you to fill your glasses, and to drink to the health of Capt. Pryse and Mr. Pryse Loveden, with three times three. Capt. Pryse, M.P., who on rising was warmly received, spoke as follows: Mr. Chairman and Gentlemen,—The time has now arrived when it becomes my duty, as veil as my pleasure, to tell you how much gratified I feel with, and flattered by, the kind reception and spleu- did banquet which von have this day given to my- self and nephew. The occasion of this festival, Gentlemen, is, as I understand, first, to celebrate the erection of a Town ( lock in Abei ystwith, and, next, to give our friends here assembled an opportunity of personally thank- ] ing us for the p.irt which we have tilled in ibis 011- dertukine. Some two vosn „ t^r, «»,,•« snhipct u ""öv, j ^vas first-niooted, and the subscription list, brought to m e, I rn t willingly attached my name to it, as I considered tliaV r,'le wai't of correct time had long | been felt in this towi?- Well> the list went rounH and was I believe toleraui],v we" filled, the lo^er was built; but the Clock seeto* as ,ar as And it. was then that the idea str,jek Trie" I judging from the kindly feeling, I may say anection, that, had ever existed between my family and the inhabitants of Aberystwith, they would feel gratified at the present of a Clock from Gouerddan, and appreciate the feelings with which it was made I spoke to my nephew, and he most gladly consented tojoin me in making the purchase. I need hardly assure you that the utmost care was taken to select makers eminent in their profession.* so as to insure not only an ornament to the town, but a Timepiece

-in ."f this we subjoin an extract foin the Liverpool th HUU\ Of Decftnber, 1857, respecting the estimation in which the makers of our Clock, Messrs. Russell & Son, are held. AHOY AL PRESENT HER MAJKSTY QUEhN VICTORIA, as a Christmas gift to his Royal Bijrhness Prince Alfred, the future pride of the navy of oid England, presented him with the finest chronometer, alike tor performance and appearance, which could be selected. The Liverpool Observatory stands high in the royal estimation; and Mr. Towson, Secretary to the Local Marine Board, was deputed by .Jer Majesty to select the best out of fifty-five new ones. The result 01 his inquiries and examination is shown by the following letters Observatory, Liverpool, Dec. 4, 1857. Gentlemen,-I have the honour to inform you that your chronometer (Thos. Kussell and Son, No. 6.045) has bee- se- lected for purchase, agreeably to the instructions of her Majesty the Queen, for presentation to his Roytsl Highness Prince Alfred, as a Christmas present. Mr. Towson. Secretary to the Local Marine Board here, was deputed by the advisers of her Majesty in this matter to choose what ha conceived to be the best chro- nometer fromjift.ll.jire new ones by makers, which, at the time the selction was made, were deposited at this Observatory for the purpose of being tested. I have the honour to be, sentle- men, your obedient servant, JOHN HaRTNUP. To Messrs. Thos. Russell and Son, Chronometer-makers, Slate-street, Liverpool. Alban-bank, Gosport, Dec. 29, 1857. Sir,—I shall feel much oblip d if you will have the goodness to forward to me, at Windsor Castle, the account for the chro- nometer which has been obtained from you for his Roval High- ness Prince Alfred, at the same time stating the expense incurred in its carriage from Liverpool to this place, as a person must have been sent expressly with it. You will be glad to hear that his Royal Highness is mnch pleased with the instrument; and, if you will be so good as to call upon Mr. Towson, he will give you the information you require relative to your name being published as having supplied ms Royal Highness with a chrono- meter. I am, sir, respectfully yours, T C Towel! Mr. Thomas Russell, Liverpool. coweu. We i^u't'ly congratulate our townsmen, Messrs. Russell and Son, upon th.s flattering recognition of the merits of their chro- eIS'ca^.uU^0n 'l!e ^'Stinguished honour they have been the*means, ( through the instrumentality of our excellently- conducted Observatory,) of bringining upon Liverpool. that should last many and many generations: and from all I hear, I ain proud to think that that object ..• has been attained. And 1 will here utter an earnest ,f" prayer, that, should this Clock prove as correct in marking the hours as they pass as I anticipate it will, it may teach all to use those hours well, that the aged may be constantly reminded that they are fast-hastening to that. bourne from which no traveller returns, and that the young may be taught that time is treasure to them, whether as regards this • world or the next. Gentlemen, I will add no more than to thank you from my heart for the kind honour that you have done us, and to utter a fervent wish that the attach- ment that. has ever existed between us, may never be severed. And before I sit down, I will, with your permission, give you the health of a gentleman here present, who is much respected by all who know him, and beloved by his intimate friends,— and we are at this time peculiarly called upon to this toast, as the gentleman to whom I allude has given much time and great attention to bringing the erection of this Clock to a happy conclusion. It the money has come from myself and nephew, the greater part of the trouule-Ietter-writing, &c.,— has fallen to the share of my worthy friend, Mr. Thomas Jones, whose health I now propose. Gentlemen, again thanking you most heartily, I drink all. your very good healths. Mr. Richard Jones, briefly returned thanks for the honor done his father. The Chairman next proposed the Lord Lieutenant and Borough Member. Capt. Pryse, M P., briefly responded. The Chairman proposed the County Member, j Lord Lisburne. Mr. Miller acknowledged the toast on behalf of his Lordsnip, whom he regretted much was not present. The Vice-Chairman then proposed the Army and Navy. For which Col Corbett in a short speech re- turned thanks. Capt. Pryse next proposed the Corporation of Aberystwith, coupled with the name of the Mayor, (F. R. Roberts, Esq.,) who wns always foremost in everything which had for its object the improvement of tbe town. The Chairman returned thanks for the flatterhig manner in which the health of the Members of the Corporation and himself had been drunk. The Vice-Chairman then proposed the healths of Col. Pouell and the Officers and men of the Royal Cardigan Rifles; adding that, as their time of training was drawing- to a close, he felt it incumbent upon him to state that the conduct of the men during the time they had been up was exceedingly satisfactory to the inhabitants of the town, and was sure, should they ever be called upon for active duty, they would not behave themselves unworthy ot being placed by the side of their fellow-country- men of the 23rd Regiment. Capt. Durham regretted that Col. Powell was not present himself, to respond to the last toast; as he took a warm interest in the erection of the Tower and Clock, and in fact the lanll whereon it was built was given by him for the public benefit. It was his intention to be amongst them, but the? officer who was to inspect the Militia the following day, was that evening expected at Nanteos, and the Col. could not do less than be there to await his arrival. He (Capt. D.) was glad to hear that the behaviour of the men had been snch during their training as to meet with the approbation of the towns-people; and he really did think that should they ever be again called out for active service, (for they had been called once, and was the only Militia corps in England which had faced an enemy,) they would not behave themselves un- worthy of being brothers-in-arms of the gallant 23rd. On behalf of the officers and men, he could return his most sincere thanks. The Vice-Chairman proposed success to the Agri- cultural Society for the Northern Division of Cardi- ganshire, coupled with the name of W. Chambers, Esq., which was drunk with due honour. Mr. Chambers, who upon rising was received with loud and continued cheering, returned his thanks for the manner in which his health had been drunk in conjunction with the success of the Agricultural Society. He had long been connected with Agriculture. When he came to live in this County, he saw the want of an Agricultural Society one was formed, and the first meeting was very successful; but somehow or other, though the Society had plenty of money in hand, still it does not succeed as should have been wished. Competi- tion was so scarce; yet he hoped that as the Com- mittee were going to work with double energy, it would be better in future. Mr. George Matthews, (Newtown,) next proposed the Town and Trade of Aberystwith. To which Mr. Hackney responded in suitable terms. Song by Mr. Leon,The old Hound." Mr. Holmes proposed the healths of the Vice- Chairmen. To which Mr. T. O. Morean responded. Song by Mr. Matthews,—"The Welsh Minstrel." The Company sat till a late hour, and even then reluctantly separated from the festive board.

LIST OF VISITORS. Bailey, Mrs., and family, Easton Court, Tenbury, 45, Marine Terrace Crealock, Mr. and Mrs., London, 8, Marine Terrace avies, Mr. & Mrs., Llanidloes, .51, Marine Terrace Davies, Hev. Lewis C., and Mrs. Davies, Ynyshir, r* S8' Marine Terrace Davies, Mrs., and family, Tanybwlch, 9, Mar. Terr. Foster, Waivert, ,,r,pton 51, Marine Terrace Gil let, Mr. Iitrniingha.ni, 28, Mar. Terr Hayrack, Miss, Mo/ ,'Ilcry 7, Marine Terrs-e Hart, Rev. Mr., Malvern 25, Marine Tenace Hayward, Miss, Dorsetshire 15, Marine T-Traee Harrison, Mr., ntichpool ul, Marinei'errace Harris, Miss, Hereford 62, Marine Terrafct Harris, Miss, Kington Moreland House Jones, Mrs., and family 10, Port.ru Street Jones, The Misses Brynyvndr House Jones, Mr. and Mrs., Trefri 29, Marine Terrace Lloyd, Mr Salop 9, Marine Terrace. Lloyd, Lieut., and family 27, Marine Terrace Lansdown, Mr. L., (Denttst,) Bath. 10, MarineTerr. Longcroft, Mr. and Mrs., and family, 52, Mar. Terr. Luck, Rev. George, and family, Moreland House Morice, Hallen, Esq. 37, Portland Street Morris, Capt- and Mrs. 52, Marine Terrace Pugh, Miss, Aberdovey 29, Marine Terrace :'witlJ, Bndson, Esq., & Mrs. Smith, TVestmoreland, Glyndwr House Terry, Miss, Hereford 52, Marine Terrace Thomson, Hev. Dr., & family,Kington, Coburg House Thomson, Capt., Queen's Own L. I., Coburg House vaughan, Hon. W. 32, Marine Terrace Vaughan, Lady Lucy 32, Marine Terrace Williams, The Misses, Ty'nypark, 8, Mar. Ter. Ward, Mr. and Mrs. G. Frankiyn, The Grove, Hachnall, Salop, 38, Marine Terrace

33trtf|S. On the 18th instant, at Fronfraith, the wife of John G. W. Bonsall, Esq., of a daughter. On the 19th instant, the wife of Edward Mason, Watchmaker, of a daughter. Heaths. On the 22nd instant, aged 61 years, Edward Jones, Tinman, of this town. On the 23rd instant, aged 69 years, suddenly, Mary, the wife of Mr. D. Jenkins, Master Mariner, of this town.

T. D. is reminded that the Lines he forwarded us have already appeared in other papers. 0"" H.'s Lines on the Clock and Turret shall appear in our next.