The Pembrokeshire Herald and General Advertiser

St. Mary's Chinch, Haverfordwest. 7.th Sundav after Trinity, July 29th. Holy Comr" «nion 80 a.m.

The Rev. D. Akrill Jones, Rector of renuergast, has gone an ay for a short holiday in Switzerland The benefit which Messrs. H. Studt and toon kind,y gave with their Venetian gondo- las on the Jubilee Track, Haverfordwest, in aid of the Pembrokeshire and Haver- fordwest Infirmary, ended :n a nett sum of f most welcome contribution—being tianded over to the secretary, Mr. Jones, of tnav* institution. There were ten boys and several girls who rr3^, not one mark. The Rev. G. C. ^Uucrs, the rector of the parish, ablv pre- sided over the proceedings, and the Mayor promised to give similar prizes to the date S in the Infants' School at an early date. .RIZE Distribution* nv THF. MAVOR OF HAVRRFORDW RPT. Or. VVVdne D3 v after- T°T? -R^E Mayor Haverfordwest (Mr. H Ly?' ?riC^ kindJy attended at the National schools, Barn Street, Haverfordwest, and presented to the winners the prizes given by himself in the boys' and girls' depart- ment for regular and punctual attendance. .kroke played the return cricket match with Pembroke Dock on Saturday last on the Shoulder and Mutton Field, but the rain interfered with the attendance. Pembroke batted first, and on a treacherous wicket compiled 68, C. Worster earring out his bat for a well played 26. The Dock team passed this score for the loss of three wickets, and in consequence of the rain stnmps were drawn, leaving Pembroke the visitors of a rather one- sided fight. The Board of Agriculture and Fisheries desire to give notice that the publication of the revised Ordnance Survey Maps on the scale of twenty five inches to the mile is in progress for the county of Pembroke, and is proceeding from north-east to south.wes..1 Copies of these maps may be obtained from the local agents, or through any bookseller, from the Ordnance Suivey Offices, South- ampton. Copies may also be ordered through head Post Offices in towns where there are no agents. At Haverfordwest police Court tomorrow a man named Geo. Worth, lately employed on ^the new railway will be charged on remand from last Saturday with having broken into the house of Mary Williams, Fishguard Road, used violence to her and stolen a snit of clothes, a cap and a muffler belonging to a lodger named Dancey. Miss Williams had described her assailant as having been wearing earrings and acting upon this information P.S. Parry arrested the prisoner who had, it is said, an incriminating bundle in his possession and was wearing ear rings. Yesterday afternoon the annual school treat in connection with St. Thomas' Church School Haverfordwest, which was held in a field kindly lent for the occasion by Mr W. H. Reynolds. The scholars met at the school and marched to the field, where the band of the 1st V-B. Welsh Regiment, under Band- master Eddie Thomas, played a good selection of music. Tea was served in the field by Mrs Hilbers, wife of the Rector of the parish, assisted by a large number of ladies, and various games and sports were indulged in, all present apparently enjoying themselves thoroughly, and being quite sorry when it was time to conclude the proceedings. Many parties left Haverfordwest for the day yesterday and unite in saying that they had a good time. The workmen of Messrs Bland & Co., coach & carriage builders Old Bridge, Haverfordwest, to the number of about 30, drove by brake to Fishguard and spent a most enjoyable time whilst the employee's of Messrs Sage & Co., drapers, Bridge Street, had an outing by brake to the Haven, and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. A large number of ptivate and other parties enjoyed outings to the Haven, and other places of resort in the locality whilst the members of the Haverfordwest Cycling Club had a pleasant run to Newgale. DISTINGUISHED PREACHER IN HAVER- FORDWEST.—On Sunday morning and even- ing, and on Monday evening, there were capital attendances at Bethesda Baptist Chapel, Haverfordwest, when the Rev. John Thomas, of Liverpool, was the preacher, on the occasion of the church anniversary. At the close of the Monday evening's service the Rev. O. D. Campbell, on behalf of the Church at. Bethesda, thanked the many friends who had contributed to make the services so very successful. On August 12th another distinguished preacher, in the person of the Rev. H. Elvet Lewis, of London, will visit Haverfordwest. Mr. Lewis will preach the Tabernacle anniver- sary sermons, and services will be field morning, afternoon, and evening. WHITLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY.—Mr Adam Lewis presided at the annual meeting of this Society, when the accounts showed a loss on the year's working of £ 17 8s 8d, bat as there was a small amount to the credit of the Society in the bank on deposit they start the year with a balance in hand of £14 Os 6d, and the Secretary hopes to be able this year to materially increase this sum. This year's show is fixed to be beld on Friday, August 25th, the day after Carmarthen Hunters' Show. Mr Owen Philipps, M.P., Amroth Castle, is president this year. On the motion of the Chairman, seconded by Mr R. Thomas Great Pale, it was agreed unanimously that Mr R. H. Harries, M.F.H., be asked to be president for 1907. All the other officials were re-elected with a. few alterations anu additions. The schedule of prizes was care- fully considered, some classes being done away with and others added, amongst the latter being a lady's driving competition. The prizes for jumping were increased, and both classes will now be open, with the excep- tion that the first and second prize winners in the first class will not be allowed to compete in the second class. RESULTS OF THE NAVVY INCURSION.—At a special police Court in the Shire Hall, Haver- fordwest, on Wednesday—before the Mayor fr^r ,Price) and Mr T* L- James- thos. McCarthy was sent to prison for ten days on a charge of wandering abroad without visible means, in Hobby Back Lane, North- «ate, on the previous day.-A youth named Charles Llewellin, was similarly charged with slesping in an out-house but on account ot his youth he was remanded to the Workhouse till August 13th. In the meantime an effort will be made to secure his admission to a Home to which he consented to be sent.—Yesterday— before Mr YV, J. Jones and Dr. F. R Greenisli-John Davies, for being drunk and disorderly on the Old Bridge on the previous day was fined Is and ordered to pay Is 6d the cost of meals supplied to him whilst on a charge of being drunk and incapable in Prospect Place on the previous day. James Nockton was fined Is, and 6d the cost of a meal he had had in prison. They were both men of the navvy class.

Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society. GRAND SHOW NEXT THURSDAY We understand that the energy and en- terprise of he committee and officials of the Pembrokeshire Agricultural r-'ocijty whose annual show will be held in the Biidge Meadow on Thursday next, has i cen well rewarded. Notwithstanding the larse r rmber of competitors in piecedin* y J* we are mfoimei that the .»ntri.»s for 'his record' by fifty, including lany very well known exhibits Only fine weather is needed to make the show a g/eat success, and a worthy successor to its pre- decessors, from every pcint of view.

Otter Hunting. The otter hounds hunted again oil Friday the meet being at Treftgarne Bridge at 11 n„ w i Th1 tlGldt U aSullot so oumfrous as on Wednesday, though a goodly number turned out. The hounds were not put into tne river until we reached Ford Bridge in consequence of the railway works being' in full operation along the river under Treff- garne Rocks. Drawing up towards Sealy- ham, the hounds soon got on the line of an otter, which they carri .'d on past St. Dog- mell's Rectory, and on in the direction of Little Newcastle. Fred, the kennel hunts- man, viewed him here, and the hounds worked hard. A long delay occurred, the otter evidently had gone into a wet drain known only to himself, as hounds nor our hunts- man could make anything of him, and we finished rather an unsatisfactory day. m —

Sad Death by Drowning. A painfully sad death occurred by drown- ing on Friday to Mr. John Campbell, of Mount Pleasant Farm, Prendergast. De- ceased was a Scotchman by birth, and came into Pembrokeshire in his youthful days, He was a good farmer, and shrewed man of business, and had acquired a neat com- petency. Deceased, who was 77 years of age, had been ailing for some few vears, and «+me i,™?11! ago kac* a severe" apoplet- ht, which left him unconscious a couple of days. He was always an early man about his farm. His daughter, who resides with him (Mrs. Howells) heard him going out about 5 a.m. on Friday, but when he failed to return at breakfast time she became ner- vous, and sent to the neighbouring farms to make enquiries. No one seems to nave seen him that morning, and on searching his land adjoining the river, he was dis- covered in a deep pool, floating in an up- right position, with his ash stick in his hand. An inquest was held at the Farm House the same evening by Mr. Herbert J. E. Price and a coroner's jury, of whom Mr. Henry Phillips, of Glanafon Farm, was foreman Dr. Williams certified that death h,d oc- curred through drowning, and the evidence being taken of his son-in-law, Mr. Robert Howells, who had discovered him in the river, the jury, under the direction of the Coroner, brought in a verdiof "Found aijowQcci,

Disastrous Fire in Haver- fordwest this Morning. Mr Edgar Rees' Stores Burnt out. HEAVY DAMAGE DONE. At about half-past eleven this morning one of the workmen employed in the corn, etc., stores of Mr. Edgar Rees, Quay Street, Haverfordwest, raised the alarm that a fire had broken out on the premises. A number of those who were about in the streets rushed to the building, which is situate between Quay Street and the Quay, and surrounded by a number of other buildings. It has been used as stables and stores, and the first arrivals after the alarm had been raised set to work to get the half-dozen or so horses out of the stables, which was suc- cessfully done. In the meantime the fire brigade had been sumoned, and in a very short time they were there in full force, whilst a good staff of police, in charge of the Chief Constable (Mr. T. Ince Webb- Bowen) and the Deputy Chief-Constable (Supt. James) assisted them by keeping back the crowd in the street, and in other ways. The building, as already stated, is a very old one. It is about 30 yards long, and was stored with valuable produce, whilst closely adjoining it are other stores, of a similar character, belonging or occupied by Messrs. S. and F. Green, and other firms, also full of valuable stock. The firemen soon got to work with the hand hose, and very shortly afterwards they had the assistance of the fire engine, whilst a large number of willing workers were busily engaged removing goods from other buildings, which were within probable range of the fire. Almost from the very moment of the alarm being given, however, it was evident that Mr. Rees' building and its contents were doomed. The news of the outbreak soon spread, and very quickly every point of vantage from which it could be seen was crowded with sight-seers—not forgetting the inevitable" Knight of the camera," eager to get a "snap shot." Within ten minutes or a quarter of an hour from the alarm being given, the flames. were shooting through the roof to a great height, and within half-an-hour the roof had fallen in. The heat was Intense, and the firemen carried on their work under difficulties. Fortunately they appeared to have a good supply of water, and this they utilised in preventing the spread of the fire from the scene of the original outbreak-an effort in which, so far as can be judged, at the time of going to press. they entirely succeeded, though at the outset, the flames were burn- ing so fiercely that it appeared likely, with the breeze that was blowing, that other buildings, including adjoining stores and houses in Quay Street, were likely to be involved. So far as can be ascertained at present the cause of the outbreak was an accident to an engine, which set fiTe to some of the jold woodwork, and spread very rapidly. Mr. Edgar Rees is out of town to-day at St. David's, but a wire was promptly sent to him informing him of the serious occurrence.

Half Holiday in Haverfordwest. DR. BARNARDO'S HOMES.-GARDEN PARTY AT SPRING GARDENS. There was a large attendance yesterday afternoon and evening in the beautiful grounds attached to the residence of Mr and Mrs Sidney Rees, in Spring Gardens, Haverford- west, at a garden party, kindly held by their permission, in aid of the funds of that well known and deserving charity, Dr. Barnardo's Homes. The splendid band of the Wiltshire Regiment was, by permission of the Col. and Officers, in attendance, and played a splendid election of music, including the following programme, 1, March, The Royal Review," Loxy; 2, Overture, Poet and Peasant," Sappe 3, Valse, "Rein di Danube," Bereer; 4, Selection, "The Catch of the Season," Brines 5, Piccolo Solo, Picaroon," Becbart 6, "Chant Sans Paroles" Tuehaikowsky; 7, Selection, "Lady Madcap,' Rubens; 8, Morceac, "Dansez avec moi," Linche 9, American Sketch Swanee River," Myddleton; 10, Valse, Acclamations" Waldtenfel; 11, "Reminiseine," All Nations," Godfrey; 12, Two-step, Des Automobiles" Gamuin. The grounds, which looked beautiful, were nicely decorated with flags, mottos, &c., in- cluding a motto over the entrance from Barn Street bearing the words "God Bless the Orphans. Further along there was another one with the word "Welcome" and Union Jack and other flags were in plentiful profusion. In the Gardens themselves there were strings of varied coloured streamers, interspered with Japanese lanterns, which gave the place a gay and festive appearance. The playing of the band was, of couse, the real attraction, and was a musical treat, whilst there were flower, fruit, and sweet stalls in charge of the mem- ¡ bers of the Young Helpers' League, who worked assiduously during the afternoon, and I appeared to be doing a good trade. At tables on the lawn tea was provided, a large number of willing workers assisting to attend to the visitors, including Mrs Owen Campbell, Mrs E. Nicholson Jones, Mrs D. Akrill Jones, Mrs David Davies, Mrs J. Morgan, the Misses Davies (Hill House College), and a large number of other ladies, whilst Mr Carl Metzger kindly took chief charge of the serv- ing, &c., and was assisted by other gentlemen. The attendance included most of the clergy and ministers of the town and a large number of the county, and, whilst the weather was none too favourable, there being an overhang ing and threatening sky during a great portion <)f the afternoon and evening, the affair seemed to be a great success. After tea there were various attractions, such as sports, games, archery, &c. The results of the different races were as fol- lows:- Three-legged Race.-Tie between Vincent Davies and W. G. Phillips and Emmerson and Fred Morgan. 1st Sack Race.-Morgan Harries. Costume Race.—Divided between R. Davies and W. Walker. Race for Band.-Bandsman Robbins. Girls' Race.- Edith George. Small Boys' Race.-George Davies. Potato Race.— Sidney Garret. 2nd Sack Race.—Morgan Harries. ■

Local Government Act Committee. On Saturday a meeting of this committee of the Pembrokeshire County Council was held in the Shire Hall, Haverfordwest, when there were present: Dr. Griffith, Sir Charles E. G. Philipps, Bart., the Rev. Jas. Phillips, and Mr. W. T. Davies. Dr. Griffith was re-elected as chairman of the com- mittee, on the motion of Sir Charles Philipps, seconded by the Rev. James Phillips. Polling Stations. A letter was read from Mr. Bowen, of Eglwyswrw, asking, on behalf of the Parish Council, that another polling station should be provided in the district, and pointing out that the district at present extended over six miles. Mr. B. Rees wrote expressing his regret that he was unable to be present, and urging that an additional polling station was required at Moylgrove, where, in some instances, voters had to travel six or seven miles in order to vote. Sir Charles Philipps pointed out that the provision of additional polling stations meant a great increase in expense, and for a Parliamentary election the cost of an extra polling station would be something like £20. It was not a matter that ought to be entered into lightly. The Rev. James Phillips drew attention to the size of Johnston polling district, and eventually it was agreed by the committee t) ask the County Council for power to refer the matter to a sub-committee, who would obtain maps of the county and mark out the various polling districts. The Cosheston Plans. The Clerk said that some time ago the Cosheston Parish Council applied to have the charge of the parish maps, and. he was instructed by the committee to write and. ask what provision would be made, in case the application was granted, for the safe custody of the maps. He had received a reply from the Clerk to the Parish Council, saying that a strong box would be provided, as soon as the Council heard from the committee on the subject. SiT Charles Philipps said he did not think the provision of a strong box would be sufficient; it might be kept in an in- secure place. He wished to know where the box would be kept. The Clerk was instructed to make inquiries 3n the question raised by Sir Charles Philipps. Fishguard Urban Powers. With regard to the granting of urban powers to the Fishguard Parish Council, the Clerk reported that the matter was in statu quo. The Local Government Board were waiting for a completed map of the proposed area, and Mr. Rule Owen was waiting for certain ordnance survey sheets before he could supply it.

BIRTHS, MARRIAGES AND DEATHS. MARRIAGES. At the Wesleyan Church, Pembroke Dock, on Saturday, by the Rev. Isaac Newton, John Richard Thomas, son of Mr John Thomas, to Ada Mary Phillips, also of Pembroke Dock. DEATHS. -On June 21st., at Rock Terrace, Merlins Hill, in this town, Elizabeth, youngest daughter of P.C. Cousins, aged six years and eight months. Deeply regretted. °P the 19th inst., at 128, Robert Street, Milford Haven, Mr Owen Thomas Davies Lndertaker, aged 66 years. nwi khe 23rd, inst., at Dyrham, Robeston \V athen, Narberth, Martha, widow of the late Professor Schwarz, aged 63 years.

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H-west School Managers. At a meeting of this body on Friday the Rev. J. Phillips presiding, the tender of Mr. J. Millar, for JM for supplying a cup- board for Barn Street (Boys') School, was accepted. It was resolved that a special meeting should be held on August 10th, to consider the question of the alleged over- crowding at Prendergast School. Miss Emment, headmistress of the Dew Street Infants' School, wrote stating that the average attendance at the school during the past few weeks had gone down from 127 to 99.2 owing to the prevalence of colds and -whooping cough among the children. She diew their attention to the ineffective ven- tilation of the F-choolrj JTI, which made it necessary to keep the windows open, bring- ing down a great downpour of cold air. During the 19 years the school had been cpen, the little one? had -uff^red v,-ry much fiom colds, sore throats, and whoopine cough. It was resolved to give the school a thorough cleaning, but the Managers felt they could not recommend the structural alterations suggested as the chairman said it would involve an expenditure of 480 to £100. On a report by Mr. T. C. Rees that Mr. Harold Morgan and Mr. G. M. Phillips would be leaving for college in September, it was resolved to recommend the County Education Committee to supply the school with an assistant i-nd a ) upil teacher. The Attendance Officer reported that dur ing the past month the average attendance of children under five years old was 71.2 over five 89.4, making a total percentage of average attendance 86. It was decided to call the attention of the Education Committee to the fact that Mr. Edwal Williams, of Prendergast, had not received the augmentation of his salary to which he was entitled under the scale. Mr. Rees, the School Attendance Officer, protested against the remarks made at the last Standing Joint Committee for the county, that the petty sessions were now used as commission collecting courts." The Standing Joint Committee were dis- cussing the Chief Constable's report of crime during the quarter, and the increased number of cases was attributed to the school attendance prosecutions.—There was a good deal of discussion on the subject, but the matter was eventually allowed to drop. »

Important Sale of Sporting Dogs in Haverfordwest. There was a large attendance of local sportsmen and others on the Bridge Meadow, Haverfordwest. on Saturday after- noon, when Mr. W. Rees Carver offered for sale without reserve the whole of the high-class sporting dogs, comprising the kennel of Mr. John Worthington, of Glynymel, Fishguard. In opening the sale, Mr. Carver announced that he would sell the dogs absolutely without reserve, and would not delay over any lot. The follow- ing is a list of the animals offered, and the prices realised, and the purchasers, Retrie vers. Mona,black, smooth-coated bitch, 4 years old; sire, Daneshurst Rocket; dam, Jet; £ 15; Mr. George Bowen, Llwyugwair. "Royal,"—Mask, smooth-coated dog, 3 years old; sire, Daneshurst Rocket; dam, Jet; L16 10s., to Mr. Williams, Narberth, for Mr. J. Wynford Philipps, M.P. Both these retrievers were sold as being perfectly broken, no slip workers, and they had been heavily shot over. Setters. Rex."—Bluebelton colour, 3,1 years old; a perfectly broken dog with experience; sire, Squihe Bentinck; dam, Meg. Bidding started at three guineas, and the dog was eventually sold for Z12 10s., to Mr. Li Lloyd Pentyparc. Black and white dog, 2 years old; well broken, and vith perfect manners; sire, Zulu; dam, Dora. Bidding commenced at 45, and the dog was knocked down to ^r; Davies, gamekeeper, Glynymel, for £ 14 10s., for Mr. Harries, of Swansea. "Taffy." Lemon and white dog, 2 £ years old; perfectly broken and fast; sire, Rum- ney Rock; dam, Meg. Bidding started at five guineas, and the dog' was eventually purchased by General Sir George Greaves, of the United Service Club and Nether- wood, for £10. Nell. Bluebelton colour, 21 years old; well broken bitch, and a good ranger; sire, Rumney Rock; dam, Meg. Bidding started at two guineas. Sold to the Rev. T. Atter- bury Thomis, Rhosmarket, for L5. Zulu."—Bluebslton colour, 24 years, old- sire, Rumney Rock; dam, Meg. Bidding started at 45. Sold to Mr. T. Davies, who was said to be buying for Mr. Harries, Swan- sea, for £ 15. Setter dog pups, sire Zulu, dam Daffney, about 13 months ald.-I, started at two guineas. Sold to Major O. H. S. Williams for £ 3. 2, started at two guineas; sold to Mr. W. T. S. Tombs, Fishguard for £5 10s. 3, setter bitch pup, same breed. Started at two guineas; sold to Mr. J. J. Morris, Rafel, Fishguard, for L5. 4, the same, started at £ 3; sold to Mr. George Bowen, Llwyngwair, for £ 8. Pointers. Go Lightly."—Lemon and white bitch, Jitter sister to Prince; sire, Lumsdale Wag; dam, Fishguard Lady. This was sold as being perfect, and a good field trial winner in good company. Bidding started at £ 5, and the bitch was knocked down at £9 to Mr. Williams, Narberth, who was buying for Mr. J. Wynford Philipps, M.P. "Glyn."—Lemon and white dog, 221 years eld; sire, Pri.ice; dam, Bess. Bidding started at iES, and the dog was knocked down to the same purch..iser as the last lot fa, £ 12. "Ruth."—Lemon and white bihh, Inter sister to Glyn; sire, Prince; Dam, Bess. It should be mentioned that Ruth ard Bess were sold as being well broken, fast, and having been heavily shot over. Bidding started at JM, and the bitch was sold to Mr. A. Bevan, postman, Wolfscastle, for £7 10s. "Quail."—Liver and white, 11 months old; sire, Melksham Bounce; dam, Go Lightly. This bitch was sold as being partly broken, but requiring finishing. The bidding started at L2, and the bitch was knocked down to Mr. Gordon Liddle, Fishguard, for £5. "Grouse .Liver and white, 11 months old; sire, Melksham Bounce; dam, Go ,Lightly. This dog was offered as being staunch, fast, and very promising. Bidding started at L2, and it was eventually sold to Mr. C. Mathias, Lamphey Court, for £7. Pointer dog pups, about three months old; sire Prince, dam Meg. 1, dog, sold to" Mr. i Lewis, Upper Street, London, for £1 is. 2, dog, sold to Mr. J. Davies, for jM 5s. 3, bitch, sold to Mr. J. Davies for the same price. Clumber Spaniels. Both these animals were sold as being well broken, and only require experience. They were both by Diuas Toby, out of Dinas Lucy. The dog was sold to Mr. S. H. Owen for e3, and the bitch, which was bought by Mr. LI. Lloyd, Pentyparc, fetched 93 10s. Terriers. Wire hairad terrior-dog, 4 years old. This was sold as a dog which will go to ground, and is very game. Bidding started it P.1, and the dog was knocked down to Mr. W. H. Lewis, of the London and Provin- cial Bank, for E3 10s -1

Local Volunteers in Camp, On Saturday evening the local Volun- teers paraded at the various headquarters at Haverfordwest, Milford, and Narberth, in order to proceed to camp at Perham, Salis- bury Plain, to join the annual training ot the 1st V.B. Welsh Regiment and the Welsh Brigade. The Haverfordwest contingent, which included Capt. and Adjutant C. T. Barrett, Lieuts. A. H. Howard and T. H. Marshall George, marched to the Railway Station, where they joined the Milford con- tirgent in a special train, which left the town at about 7 o'clock. The Narberth, Whitland, Pembroke Dock, and Cardigan contingents joined the train at Whitland, and the Carmarthen Company at that town, the Llanelly, Burry Port, Ammoriford, and Llandilo companies having proceeded by an earlier train. One of the features of the procession to the station of the Haverford- west Company was the smart appearance of the men, and they were headed by the regimental goat, bedecked with the colours of the regiment, in charge of Buglar Thomas, and the Band, under the conductorship of Bandmaster Eddie Thomas. A correspon dent gives a good account of the work that is being done at the camp, and says that splendid weather prevails. On Wednesday the Brigade Bearer Company, with stretcher bearer sections of the battalions, were in- spected by the chief medical officer of the brigade, Dr. Downing, preparatory to the inspection to-day by the chief medical officer of the Salisbury Plain district. Many i valuable hints were given by Lieutenant- Colonel Downing for the improvement of drill, etc. The various battalions were again practised in attack and defence under the respective commanding officers. The .brigade cyclists, under the command of Captain C. E. Wilson, of Cardiff, carried out schemes which were devised to test tneir power of mobility. The cyclists were ordered to seize the line of country extend- ing from Winchester to Whitchurch, Hants. To do this they left camp at 10 a.m., and proceeded by three separate routes, main- taining comunication en route. On arrival at the line indicated in the scheme, the whole force was extended over a frontage of 12 miles, where they held positions until the time mentioned in the scheme, after which they were marched back to camp by company officers, arriving home at 5 p.m., after a somewhat fatiguing but very instruc- tive day's work. The discipline and con- duct of N.C.O.'s and men during the whole of the operations were excellent, and Capt. Wilson was pleased with the result. In the evening Colonel Gaskell and officers at- tended a concert, held by the sergeants of the 2nd Welsh.

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Haverfordwest Town Council. THE MARKET HALL AND WATER SUPPLY QUESTIONS.' INTERESTING STATEMENT ON FINANCIAL POSITION. On Tuesday evening a monthly meeting of the Haverfordwest Town Council was held in the Council Chamber, Haverford- west, when the Mayor (Mr. H. J. E. Price) occupied the chair, and there were also pre- sent: Alderman T. L. James, Councillors H. J. P. Thomas, T. H. Thomas, W. J. Jones, P. White, E. Reid, G. M. Phillips, W. T. Davies, and 1. Reynolds. The Market Hall Scheme. After the minutes of the last meeting had been read and confirmed, the Town Clerk said that so far as Mr. Preece James, the architect, was concerned, the Market Hall improv3ments question was settled. He had had a letter of June 30 from that gentle- man, stating that he included attendance oeiore the Local Government Inquiry in the payment of R,50 they were going to make to him. (Hear, hear). He added, in his letter that he assumed that he would be retained at 21 per cent. to supervise the 2 work, and he concluded his letter by saying that he thought that Haverfordwest would be proud of its new Market Hall when finished. The Town Clerk added that he replied to the letter on his own initiative, and told Mr. James that he would pro- bably be retained to superintend the work of alteration if all went right. In reply to that letter Mr. Preece James had stated that he had started at the plans, and they would be ready in about a month's time. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES. Water Committee.—The Recent Eire and the Water Supply. Alderman T. L. James submitted the re- port of the Water Committee, which con- tained a recommendation for the payment of bills amounting to £57 11s. 8d., and the following-"The committee recommend that a set of louvres be provided at the Crow- hill Waterworks for ventilation. A letter from the waterman explanatory of what happened causing a delay in the water sup- ply on the occasion of the fire in Market Street, was read and considered, and the committee recommend that the water be turned off at night at the top of Barn Street and the top of Dew Street ,and they directed the waterman in the event of fire, after turning on the water, to go direct to the scene of the fire. The committee desire to point out that they have quite sufficient water to furnish a constant supply, but owing to the large amount of avoidable and unnecessary waste, they are not able to leave the water on at night. When con- sumers realise th^t it is their duty to pre- vent waste a constant supply'can be given. The committee request authority to Adver- tise for about 300 tons of best quality steam coal for use at the Crowhill Water Works." In presenting the report of the committee, Alderman T. L. James gave the results of some experiments and investigations that had been made, and they disclosed some amazing particulars as to the waste of water in the town. They referred to the district from the top of Barn Street to Portfield, and Alderman James prefaced the parti- culars he gave to the Council as to the re- uUli\. fcir the past week> saying that he had had a census made of the district which tha! the population was less than 500-486 in fact. On the first night the con- sumption between 5 o'clock at night and 6 o clock in the morning represented 12 gallons of water per head of the population. The next night it was 18 gallons per head, fu next: niSht he §ave directions In i i res.erv°ir should be measured at 10 o clock, with the result that it was found that between 5 and 10 p.m. 9 gallons of water per head was used, whilst between 10 o'clock and 6 a.m., on the following morning, a similar quantity was used, mak- ing 18 gallons per head for the night. On the next night the quantity used was 21 gallons per head-12 gallons per head be- tween 5 and 10 p.m., and 9 gallons per head between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. On the 21st- 22nd the quantity used worked out to 18 gallons per head-12 gallons between 5 and 10 p.m. on the 21st, and 9 gallons between n oo t 21st and 6 P-m- on 22nd. On the 22nd and 23rd there were 9 gallons of water per head used between 5 and 10 p.m. on the 22nd, and the same quantity between 10 p.m. on the first date, and 6 p.m. on the 23rd. On the 24th—the night previous to the meeting, the same people used 24 gallons per nead-12 gallons be- tween 5 and 10 p.m. on the 23rd, and 12 gallons between that hour and 6 a.m. on the 24th. If the water had been turned on the previous night for the whole of the consu'nption would have been Ho,000 gallons. The Mayor said .there was surely some- means possible to stop thn waste. Mr. I. Reynolds asked whether the leak- age was in tre mains or in the houses. Alderman James said the mains had ail been examined. He added that if it was possible, as was done in most towns, to charge for the water at the rate of 2s. 6d. per thousand gallons, they would have a revenue from that source alone of £ 6,000 a year. Mr. Reid pointed out that there were no cisterns to the taps in the town. Mr. McKenize urged that cisterns should be provided, and said that the whole town could be supplied with them for £ 1,000. Mr. I. Reynolds said they all knew there was a terrible waste of water during the night, and he thought that if they had a constant supply they would stop a good deal of that. He. suggested that a great deal of it was caused by domestic servants going to the watar taps, turning them on, and leaving them on all night. Mr. McKenzie expressed the opinion that the amount of waste that had been shown was very extraordinary, but he did not think it was caused by domestic servants, as there were very few in the district referred to. In reply to Mr. H. J. P. Thomas, Alder- man James repeated the figures relating to the period from 5 to 10 o'clock on Saturday- evening, and from the latter hour to 6 o clock on Sunday morning. Mr. H. J. P. Thomas said that one of the valves in Portfield was leaking badly on Sunday, and that would account for a large amount of the wastage. The Town Clerk said that one at the top of Barn Street, had been leaking for three weeks or a month. Mr. Thomas said that these two leaks would account for a lot of water lost. The Mayor said this was a serious matter and lie suggested that the Water Committee should be authorised to hold a special meet- ing to deal with the matter at once. In reply to Mr. T. H. Thomas it was stated that all the taps had been examined, but Mr. G. M. Phillips said he doubted that statement. He had not heard of it in I Portfield. On the motion of Mr. E. Reid, seconded by Mr. W. McKenzie, a resolution on the lines suggested by the Mayor was carried unanimously. The Health of the Town.—A Satisfactory Report. Mr. W. McKenzie submitted the report of the Sanitary Committee, who recom- mended payments amounting to £345 13s. 7d. The report also contained the following:— The Medical Officer reported that ITlere had been no case of typhoid fever or any other fever in the town for the last three m., Miuumb. jLne surveyor was instructed to prepare an estimate of the cost of a cross- ing in Cartlett, at the entrance to Cambrian Place." In doing so Mr. McKenzie said he was sure it was very satisfactory to the town to have such a report from the Medical Officer. (Hear, hear.) Dr. Brigstocke (the Medical Officer of Health) pointed out that the period referred to was three lunar months, and not' three calendar months. The report was adopted, and on the ap- plication of Mr. H. J. P. Thomas, the Com- I mittee's tent was granted for the use of the Agricultural Society, on the occasion of the annual sho.v, on the usual terms. Telegraph Poles on the Jubilee Track. Mr. T. H. Thomas proposed, and Mr. G. M. Phillips seconded the*- adoption of the report of the Borough Committee, which contained a recommendation for the pay- ment of bills amounting to £43 lls. Id., and the followingThe Town Clerk read his correspondence with Mr. W. W. Voyle, superintendent engineer, Post Office Tele- graphs, with reference to placing an over- ground telegraph line on the Jubilee Road, Jubilee Gardens, and the committee recom- mend that consent be given, subject to the said line being removed on three months' notice, and that a rent of id. per post per annum be asked." -mere was some little discussion with re- gard to the latter recommendation, and a plan was produced showing that it is pro- posed to place the posts near the timber yards, etc., and on the river side of the track. Mr. McKenzie: They won't interfere with the two rows of workmen's dwellings when I get them put up there? (Laughter.) The report was eventually adopted. Gas Committee. Mr. P. White submitted the report of this committee, which contained a recommen- dation for payments amounting to £119 lis 3d., and the following:—"The com- mittee received and considered tenders for the supply of gas coal for the year ending 1st September, 1907, and recommend that four sample trucks be obtained from the following parties: Two trucks from Messrs. Dunbar, Kelly and Co. at 15s. 8d. and 15s. 2d. per ton; one truck from Messrs. Eveson at 15s. per ton; and one truck trom Messrs. Guest, Keen and Co., at 16s. 6d. per ton, and the committee request luthority to deal with the matter and to accept such tender as they might tnink fit." The adoption of the report, having been 'ormally seconded, was carried. Haverfordwest County School District. On the motion of Mr. T. H. Thomas, ieconded by Mr. P. White, Alderman T. lule Owen and Councillor W. J. Jones were e-elected representatives of the Council on he Board of Managers of thJ Haverford- vest County School District. Elective Auditors' Report. The report of the elective auditors, which vas read, showed that they had gone kxougfe the books of tb$CQrpotttioq for 'he year ending March 31st, and they had much pleasure in saying that they found them perfectly correct. The accounts and books were splendidly kept. The Mayor: That is a testimonial to the Borough Accountant. The State of the Meat Market. The Town Clerk read a letter he had re- ceived from Mrs. Stephens, a terant of a stall in the Meat Market, claiming t2 10s. as compensation for a quantity of meat which was damaged on Saturday by the collapse of a portion of the roof. Mr. W. T. Davies said that if something was not done to the Market shortly they would have no Market at all left. The Mayor said he was under the im- pression that they had given instructions for something to be done there. Mr. T. H. Thomas said the committee was given power to spend P,15 in the Market repairs, and this particular stall mentioned. He should like to know why it had not been done. The Surveyor (Mr. Gibbon) said he was under the impression that everything in connection with the matter was left in abey- ance owin gt) the plans for the Market im- provement. Mr. T. H. Thomas controverted this view, but the Surveyor again said that that was his impression. Mr. Thomas: It is useless for us to meet here and give instructions if they are not carried out. The Surveyor said that no real definite instructions were given. Mr. Thomas said that definite instructions were given by the committee, which met at the Market. The Mayor (to the Surveyor): Who do you want instructions from? The Surveyor: My impression was that this matter was suspended. The Mayor: You will see that it is done. Mr. Thomas again pointed out that this particular stall was mentioned. Mr. Jones said he could corroborate Mr. Thomas. He was present at the time when definite instructions were given for the work to be done. Eventually it was decided, on the motion oi Mr. G. M. Phillips, seconded by Mr. W. T. Davies, that e2 should be paid in settle- ment of the tenant's claim for compensa- tion. The Financial Position of the Town. The Borough Accountant (Mr. F J Warren) submitted a report in which he said that the Borofigh Fund was still in credit, and the General District Fund had slightly increased its debit balance. The gas undertaking is improving, the make had increased during the year by 620,000 cubic feet, and the sale had increased by 320,000 cubic feet. Over 122 tons of coke were sold more than in the previous year, whilst the revenue from gas stoves and meters' rents had amounted to £110. (Hear, hear). After giving details as to the quantity of gas ob- tained from the carbonization of each ton of coal, he went on to say that the water rent revenue had increased from R728 to £ 854, showing an increase of £ 126. The capital or loan liabilities had been reduced by £1,319 during the year, and the total in- dehtedness of the town was now £22.033, which was more than represented by the tiading undertakings, and other property of the Corporation. (Applause). The Mayor aid he thought The report was very satisfactory. (Hear, hear.) The Train Service. Before dispersing the Mayor said he would like the members of the Council to discuss what steps should be taken, before the rail- way company issued their new time table, to urge upon them the desirability of fully considering the claims of Haverfordwest. This, of course, was in view of the removal of the Irish traffic from New Milford to Goodwick. Mr. W. J. Jones said he understood that there would be no change at all in the ser- vice of trains to Haverfordwest. The Town Clerk was understood to say that the only train knocked off would be the Irish boat train, arriving here now at 10.56 p.m. It had been suggested that the stop- ping train, which leaves London at 3.35 p.m., and only runs to Carmarthen at present, should be continued to take the place of the Irish train. After some further discussion of a desultory character, in the course of wnich a general feeling was expressed that some steps should be taken in the matter, the Town Clerk said he had a communication to make to the Council in committee on the subject. The Council then went into committee. m

The Fishguard-Rosslare Route to Ireland. The formal opening of the Rosslare Har- bour, the Irish port to which the new service from Fishguard will run, and the new rail- way connecting Rosslare with Waterford and Southern Ireland was performed on Satur- day by the Earl of Aberdeen, Lord- Lieutenant of Ireland. The function took place on the Rosslare Pier, where part of the station had been converted into a tem- porary hall, gaily decorated for the occasion, like the vessels in the harbour, with flags and bunting. The Viceregal train, in which was the Rpyal coach, arrived from Dublin shortly after one o'clock, and as it passed on the bridge approaching the pier twenty-one fog signals were discharged. The train brought a large number of noblemen, distinguished persons, and others, the party numbering between 300 and 400, who were entertained to luncheon by the Great Southern and Western Railway Company of Ireland, the partners of the Great Western Railway Com- pany in the new venture which is being carried on under the style of the Fishguard and Rosslare Railways and Harbour Com- pany. On the platform awaiting the arrival of the train were a number of distinguished gentlemen, including directors and officials of the Great Western Railway Company, who had crossed from Fishguard in the morning in the steamship Pembroke, and a detachment of the Royal Irish Constabu- lary. The chairman was Sir William Goulding, and on his right at the luncheon was Lord Aberdeen. THE CHAIRMAN ON THE NEW SERVICE. The Chairman, after the loyal toast had been duly honoured, proposed "The Lord- Lieutenant and Prosperity to Ireland," ex- pressing deep gratitude to the Earl of Aber- deen for having taken such a long journey to declare open the new harbour and line, which he trusted would do much to de- velop the South and West of Ireland by unking it so closely to South Wales, and providing a shorter route tc^ England. (Ap plause). He hoped the new service would develop agriculture by providing a snort and easy con lection to enable Irish pro duce of all kinds to be sent into the Welsh and English markets, whil3 the fncintie- should bring thousands oi people to view the beautiful sea lery of the South and West of Ireland. (Hear, hear.) In referring to the skill and energy ot tha engineers and contractors, he .<aid that the new brdge over thi River Barrow, 2,200ft. in len-th contractors, he .<aid that the new bridge over th J River Barrow, 2,200ft. in len-th with swing span, was the third Invest bridge in the kingdom, and the whole route v as an ide it one to the beauty s pots f Killarney. He pad a high tribute to what Lord Aberdeen and Lady Aberdeen had done for Ireland, especially by fostering home industries and self-help. (Applause.) He was glad to iee that a Royal Commission was to be appointerl to itiquirj into the working of the Irish railways, and his com- pany would give every information and help to the inquiry. He regretted that the Irish lines had to contend with the dis- advantage of an ever-decreasing population, and hoped that the new service would d much to remove this. (Hear, hear.) DE V E T.OPM F. N'T OF LOCAL PROSPERITY. Lord Aberdeen who was enthusiastically received having returned thanks for the re- ception given him referred to the great un- dertaking he was about to declare open, congratulating the companies interested upon the successful accomplishment of their noble undertaking, and also paying a high tribute to the engineers and contrac- tors. (Applause.) He spoke of the advant- ages of the new service to the South of Ireland and to South Wales, and referred in hopeful terms to the development of local prosperity by the new outlet for agri- cultural products, fruit, flowers, vegetables, etc., the cultivation of which he hoped to see extended. (Hear, hear.) The success of the new route he regarded as not being de- pendent upon the diversion of existing traffic, but upon the development of new. (Hear, hear.) He thought, also, that it tt'ould enable the Irish fisheries to benefit by the sending of fish as well as other pro- v«r populous districts of South Wales. He understood the Great Western Company were prepared to do all they could to develop the traffic by giving through rates. (Hear, hear.) Having dwelt upon the encouragement of tourists' traffic, he said he was informed the Great Western Railway alone carried 900,000 tourists last year. Lord Aberdeen having forwally declared the new harbour and railway open, The Marquess of Waterford proposed "Success to the Fishguard and Rosslare Route," saying that he felt sure that the enterprise would be beneficial both to Ire- land and to the irrespective companies. (Hear, hear.) SHORTER SEA ROUTE. Lord Barrymore, director of the Great Western .and the Fishguard and Rossltre Railways, in returning thanks on behalf of the joint railways, referred to the ad- vantage of the shorter sea route, and said he felt sure the new service would be most beneficial to the two companies and to the people. (Applause). He referred also to the fact that Rosslare would be a harbour of refuge in bad weather. After mentioning the Commission on Irish Railways he said he hoped that the great public departments would not forget that the undertaking was in the public interest and do all in their power to help to make it all that it should be (Hear, hear.) Lord Aberdeen and party, after inspect- ing the works, returned by special train. The new route, it is expected, will be started about the middle of August, when the formal opening of the Fishguard Har- bour and tlfe new line from Letterston to Clarbeston Road will probably take place, having been postponed from August 1st, the date originally fixed.

Correspondence. DEAR SIR, I beg you will kindly allow me to bring to the serious attention of your numerous readers the tei-rible increase in the number of living animals used for experimental purposes it] the vear 1£105. The Parliamentary return relative to Vivi- section during the year 1905 was issued 25th June this year, the total number of victims used being 37 935, exceeding those in 1905 by 5,373. We are told that this great increase is due to additional inoculations, hypderniic injections and feeding experiments. ° The. above explanation is, to my mind, calculated to considerably mislead the public, who are kept perfectly in the dark as to the conse- quent sufferings of these animals, which is very e. "dtial proceedings, I allow, maybe unattended by pain, but an animal into whose system a horrible disease has been communicated through inoculation undoubtedly suffers intensely while that disease runs it course. The mere act of inoculation is a trifle it is the ghastly after effects that concern us and the long days and nights of anguish that are endured by dumb, defenceless creatures white under the observation ot their merciless tormentors, who in many cases prolong their miserable lives merely to satisfy their own morbid lust for knowledge. I am, dear sir, Yours very truly, \r *• > TT GLADYS C. E. WEBB-BOWEN. ot. Martin s, Haverfordwest July, 1906. TREFFGARN OWEN CHAPEL DISPUTE. Dear Sir,—With reference to a letter, re -he above, by Mr D. Edwari Thomas, archi tect, which appeared in your last issue, will \ou please insvt the following in reply. Let me take just one statement, viz.: He was offered by me, with a view to an amicable settlement £ 130." In your contemporary it is stated that the committee offered iCl30 in full settle- ment. Be it known that I offer L130 as a reward to any person or persons, committee- men, architect, or others, who can prove and verify that statement. With regard to the unsatisfactory work dene, and seatings removed"—specimens from gallery are now to be seen at Messrs. Robinson and David's yard, Haverfordwest, and here at Solva. And the whole of the unsatisfactory" ground floor seatings are now fitted in Radcliffe Hall Chapel. Penv- aarren, Merthyr—a £3,000 job-of whidTJ the architects, Messrs. Habershon, Fawckner & Co., of Newport, write: "We are quite satis- fied with the seats, the ends are thoroughly good, and well seasoned." And so they were. Mr. Thomas himself stated, when he examined them at Solva, that he "was very pleased with the timber," and "very pleased with the work," and "it can't be beaten." But the committee had to be contended with, and they were not satisfied, and he-poor fellow-had to condemn the same framings, because they were not tully one and a half-inches thick. It is well- known in the trade, and most architects specifv that "one-sixteenth of an inch is allowed for each wrought face." Mr. Thomas did not specify it, and the com- mittee would not have it, and to please them-of whom Mr. Thomas writes-" This committee is quite beyond my management or direction"—he condemns every seat up1 and down, and that after fixing and var- nishing them to the gallery. When I failed to obtain the balance due of my contract, and when charged £ 16 for re varnishing the damaged seats, and £10 for what the architect termed extra super- vision, and a fine of £ 180 for failing to complete within the specified time besides other items, I thought it full time to ap- peal to the President of the Royal Institu tion of British Architects for an arbitrator. Law is dear stuff," but when one ob- tains kll2 and gets others to pay half ex- penses, and especially when an architect of the position of Edward Seward, -Esq.. F.R.I.B.A., spontaneously adds his testi- mony and says: "I desire to place on re- cord the fact that I hold a very favourable opinion of the work carried out by the said Henry W. Evans, under the said contract, and that, notwithstanding delays, justified or otherwise, the said work is of such a character as to fulfil the reasonable re- quirements of the employers," then, I say, whoever complains of the result of this arbitration, it is not yours very truly, „ T HENRY W. EVANS. Harbour House, Solva, July 17th, 1906.

HAVERFORDWEST v. T. H. MARTIN'S XI. Played on the Racecourse, Haverfordwest and resulted in a comfortable win for the visiting team, which was selected from other parts of the county, outside the town of Haverfordwest. The home side won the toss, but put in their opponents to bat, and they made the satisfactory total of 92 runs, Russan being top scorer with 33. Haverfordwest afterwards went to the wickets, but were disposed of for 49. Scores Mr. T. H. Martin's XI. S. C. Webb, c W. Roberts, b Davies 9 W. Lees, c W. Roberts, b W. E. Roberts 2 H. Lawrence, lbw b Davies Jas. Russan, c Gwatkin, b Roberts 33 Geo..Harries, b W. Roberts 2 F. Webb, c W. E. Roberts, b Davies 9 Jno. Morris, b Scott 3 W. J. Morris, lbw b Davies 2 J. Russell, b Davies u Jas. Allen, c Scott, b Davies 0 T. H. Martin, not out 1 Extras. 18 Total gg Haverfordwest: W. E. Roberts, b F. Webb j W. G. Gwatkin, c S. Webb, b Allen U F. A. Scott, b Lawrence 20 B. Davies, lbw b Allen 5 B. Roch, b F. Webb 1 i'r V;. S- Bennett, b Alien 0 W. 0. Evans, b Webb j. W. Roberts, c S. Webb, b Lawrence t) v?/ ^Tdw^rds' c Russan, b Lawrence U W. H. Martin, c S. Webb, b Russan b R. Dyer, not out x Extras I Total. 4&

IHi, IDEAL HOLIDAY COMPANION. The ideal holiday companion for railway river or seaside hours will surely be found in the August number of the Windsor Magazine, a sumptuous summer holiday issue, containing, in addition to Anthony Hopes picturesque new romance, "Sophy of Kravonia," stories by such favourite novelists as S. R. Crockett, Jack London, P. G. Wodehouse, and Frances Rivers. The story by Jack London is one of the most remarkable studies of the unseen that any novelist has yet presented with complete f r^ader- Tt is extraordinarily rilling in its effect. The current selection of reprints from the various "Vanity Fair" gallery of cartoons is devoted to "Athletics fi1^. ,am?,s generally, as distinct from the Cricket group of last month. Here is a varied group of twenty-two coloured car- toons of heroes of the oar, the golf-links the foil, the gloves, the billiard-table, and tne chess-board. The coloured reproduc- tions are remarkably good. The fine art subject of the number consists of an ap- preciation of the Art of Mr. Marcus Stone, R.A., which is accomplished by no fewer than seventeen excellent plates from his most successful pictures-one of the finest being given as a special tinted frontispiece. The other articles of the number are many and varied, and include an interesting char actet sketch of the Kaiser by Dr. Karl Peters. The story of how passenger wheels are examined and tested by the authorities in every detail before sailing day, is told with many interesting illustrations. The School-Boy waxes funnier than ever con cerning "Records," and a half humorous yet unimportant article deals with the com. parative temperatures of different kinds ot hats. Here is a subject of really urgent in- terest to the holiday-maker. The whole 'number is superbly illustrated, and es- pecially seasonable are the delightful draw nigs by Mr. Hillyard Swinstead illustrating a most amusing story of the cricket field. Altogether it is a bumper number, and one which no holiday-maker can afford to over- look.

TENBY. MR. STUDT AND THE FAIR.—At a meeting of the Estates Committee of the Town Coun cil on Tuesday, a letter was read from Messrs. H. Studts, asking for terms to re- main in St. John's Croft over Saturday August 4tli. The committee decided not to let the field. LOCAL COLLIERS' WAGES.—Mr. John Williams, M.P., miners' agent, has been instrumental in gaining an advance ot 4d. a day for the hauliers in the Bonvilles Court Collieries, Pembrokeshire. The re- port of the interview with the proprietor 01 the collieries was given by Mr. Williams to a mass meeting of the workmen on Monday night. BENEDICTINE MONKS AND CALDY ISLAND.- It is reported that Caldv Island has been sold by the Rev. W. Done Bushell, M.A., and that it will be in future the home of a Benedictine community (Anglican) under an abbot, the Rev. Father Aelred Carlyle, O.S.B., of Palethorpes. The island passes into the hands of the Benedictines on October 1st. The Right Rev. John Gbtt, Bishop of iUM°' ed suddenly OH Saturday morning at Trenython, Cornwall. For some time past his nealth had been failing, and the death of his wife in April came as a severe blow to him. He was at work at his desk at half-past ten on Saturday morning, with his chaplain, when his heart failed, and he died in a few minutes. The Rector of Tenby, the Rev. N. C. Ram, M.A., was domestic chaplain to the late prelate for seme time. SHOOTING A WHITE JACKDAW.—At Tenby Police Court on Monday, before the Mayor (Mr. G. Thcmas) and other magistrates a lad named George Llewellyn, living on the Marsh Road, was charged with having shot J'ac^daw during the close season (2nd March to 31st July), in which the kill- ing of any wild bird is prohibited, namely on July 10th. Defendant pleaded guilty, and the Mayor said the Bench were very sorry the defendant should have done such a thing. He must be \ery careful of what o j The costs of the case were the defendant would be ordered to pay 6s.—The white jackdaw had been frequenting the town for some time before It wa ssfcot.

MILFORD. At an examination held in Pembroke ,oe.i <ni col»iection with the London College of Music) the following pupils of Miss G. Evans, Henllan, passed:—Lizzie Kingston, .Primary stage," Florence Morgan, Primary stage; Maude Bryant, Elementary stage (1st class certificate). Rev. B. Ceitho Davies, formerly of Relio- both Chapel, Hakin, has been paying a visit to Milford, and officiated on Sunday, morning and evening, at the Tabernacle Congregational Church, in the absence of the pastor, who is on holidays. THORNTON BAPTIST SUNDAY SCHOOL.— The annual picnic took place on Saturday, and as the weather was so uncertain tea was served in the schoolroom. Afterwards the children proceeded to a' field, kindly lent by Mr. Thomas, where races and games 'were indulged in. Roach's round-abouts proved a great attraction. The arrangements were in the hands of Mr. R. Blackmore (superintendent), and Mr. T. Powell (secre- tary). ARRIVAL OF THE ADVANCE PARTY GLAMOR- GAN VOLUNTEERS.—On Wednesday 45 non- commissioned officers and men arrived at South Hoow to prepare camp for the 1st Glamorgan Royal Garrison Artillery, V.B. The signalers will join next Saturday for a week s special training, and the remainder, about 600 strong, will arrive on August 4th, under the command of Capt. D. Davies, and remain until August 11th. The Glamorgans are always sure of a hearty welcome, the men during their recent trainings having made many friends in the neighbourhood. FUNERAL OF MR. OWEN DAVIES.—The funeral of Mr. Owen Davies took place on luesday, when a large number of towns- people attended, including Dr. Griffith, J.P. chairman of the Pembroke County Coun- cil, and Alderman J. Whicher, J.P., chair- man of Milford Haven Urban District Coun- cil. The mourners were: Mrs. Davies (widow), Mr. William Davies (brother). Miss Davies (sister), Mr. C. Purdy (son-in-law), Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Kelway, and Mrs. A. iPoweil. The cortege left the house in Robert Street at three o'clock, and proceeded to the Cemetery, where the Rev W H Prosser conducted a most impressive service, and the hymns, "Jesu lover of mv soul" and Lead kindly light," were sung. The coffin was covered with beautiful wreaths, and the funeral arrangements were in the hands of Mr. Vaughar. Thomas, who served his apprenticeship with the deceased. FOOTBALL CLUB MEETING.—A general meeting of the Milford United Football Club was held in the Sir Charles Welt ham Hotel on Monday. A good number of en- thusiasts were present, Mr. Howard Powetl being voted to the chair. The accounts ftr last season showed a credit balance of PA but the gate receipts were not up to the average of the last few years. Col. W. R. Roberts, V.D., was again elected president, and Mr. E. W. Beed, who so successfully acted as hon. secretary and treasurer last vtar, was unanimously requested to under- take the duties for another season. The fallowing were appointed on the com- mittee: Messrs. J. Bowie, J. Davies, W. Chapman, J. H. Smith, Hugh Powell, W. Williams, H. Davies, P. Bowie, A. Davies, H. H. Powell, G. Roach, and C. Thomas. The old favourite, J. Smith, was chosen as captain of the first elev.j 1. After the >usi- uess was completed several of the pomp.-iuy favoured with a few songs, and the meet- ing dispersed after wishing the club a r-of- erous season. The suoporter; rf footLn'l it Milford an pleased that Mr. E. V:. Peed I has again been placed on the Executive Committee of the South Wales and M n ir.outhshire Football Association.

SALE OF LUNDY ISLAND. CARDIFF SHIPOWNERS SUGGEST PURCHASE BY THE STATE. At a meeting of the Cardiff Shipowners' Association on Tuesday the forthcoming Sale of Lundy Island was discussed, and it was decided to make representations to the President of the Board of Trade (Mr. Lloyd-George) as to the desirability of the nation acquiring the island in the interests of those people using the Severn estuary and of the nation, generally. The associa- tion felt if would be a mistake to permit the island to become private property again.

LAWN TENNIS. Milfo-d Haven Tennis ( lub v. TIa,;io. The above match was played on L ground of the former club on Saturday a and ended in a decisive win for the híJJ /tofim. The atmospheric conditions welt. most unfavourable, a thick mist making iht b.ills very heavy, and rhe play anything out exhilirating. Notwithstanding the de- pressing influence of the weather a pleasant afternoon was spent, the Milurd members looking well after their guests physical l omfort by providing a most enjoyable tea. Hakin lost all their sets, and only won 21 games to their opponents 48. In the nrst two sets played the difference in points was ( nly twelve, the total points foi eight sets being Milford 289, Hakin 193. Milford had a great advantage, however, i': having a larger list of mfi''b=rs tll < hoos • from, and more courts available for prac- tice than the Hakir. Club. A return match has been arranged for Saturday next, at Hakin. Scores: F. L. Lowther and G. E. Jones beat T. Penhale and A. Laycock 6-4, 6-3. W Llewellyn and T. S. McDonald beat M. W. Howell and A. J. Lewis 6-3, 6-2. J. F. Gibbs and E. J. Hellings beat V Beardsmore and F. Stephens 633- 6-2. R. Portch and C. Portch beat P. Hancoc and P. Lewis 6-3, 6-1. MILFORD TRAWLER'S CLAIM Ii\ ADMIRALTY COURT. In the Admiralty Division yesterday Mr. Justice Bargrave Deane, sitting with Trinity Masters, had before him a claim by the owners and crew of the German steamship Tanger, and the owners and crew of the Milford trawler Reliance, for salvage remuneration in respect of services ren- dered to the London steamship Bolderan off the North coast of Spain. The value of the salved property was 37,326. His lordship awarded the Tanger £3,000, plus k230 \hich the masfiejfr paid to a Corunna tug, while to the trawler his lord- ship gave the sum of £100. FISH NOTES. Fair supply of all kinds on Monday, with good demand. Nine steamers landed 750 kits of large hake, 400 mixed; two steam liners 70 conger, 100 rays, and a good nuin- ber of smacks. Hake made 22s. to 25s., mag- rims 18s., cod 24s., haddock 18s., rays 17s., and soles P,9 5s. Ten steamers arrived fo Tuesday's market, very lightly fished, onl' 470 hake, price advancing to 27s. to 29s. pei kit. On Wednesday five steamers landed 360 kits hake, 300 mixed; prices about same as previous day. Keen demand for fish on Thursday, seven steamers only having a total of 300 hake, and 300 mixed. Prices very high, hake making from 31s. to 39s. per kit, magrims 18s., cod 25s., and rays 20s. Nearly 30 sailing vessels landed (owing to a strong breeze) the smack soles fetching £9 10s. to £ 10 5s. One steamer arrived late with 210 trunks of soles, averaging £7 10s. per trunk. Several of the mackerel drifters that were fishing at Milford last mackerel sea- son, had narrow escapes in the summer gales last Friday and Saturday at Orkney and Shetland. The steam driften Twenty- one foundered, but the crew were saved. There are about 1,500 boats engaged in the North herring fishing at the present time. INTERESTING TO MILFORD PEOPLE. SINGULAR STATE OF AFFAIRS IN SWANSEA FISH MARKET. A very peculiar position of affairs has arisen at Swansea Docks in connection with the fishing industry. The industry itself is going ahead, but it may be said that it has now been practically transferred from the Swansea Harbour Trust's own fish mar- ket to that of the Castle Steam Trawler Company at an adjoining dock. About six trawlers are now laid up at the fish wharf, and the fish market has been idle for some time. The Swansea fish market was erected some six or seven years ago, and it was was let to the Swansea Steam Fishing, Pure ice, and Cold Storage Company (Limited), xhis company ran for three or four years, and auction sales were regularly held in the market. The company afterwards got into the hands of a receiver for the debenture- holders. No fish have been landed at the Swansea Fish Wharf for the past five or six weeks. The fine market erected at a cost of many thousands by the harbour trust has been disused for a considerable time longer. During this time another company has (practically secured the monopoly of the. existing Swansea fish trade This has arisen from the Swansea Harbour Trust granting a lease at a wharf in the South Dock 0, an enterprising fish company—the Castle Steam Trawling Company, and this com- pany has erected a market of its own, and attracted all the merchants, evidently ren- dering the trust's own market useless for the time being. The second company formed at the trust's fish wharf has now got into difficulties. A circular just issued to the creditors of the Swansea Fishing & Ice Company (Limited), in the voluntary liquidation, shows that gross liabilities are <625,538, and assets kl3,542, including ice factory buildings, and four trawlers, £ 13,000. Estimated amount „ to meet unsecured creditors (subject to cost of liquidation), nil; estimated deficiency of assets to meet liabilities of the company (subject to cost of liquidation), £9,962 6s.

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