The Pembrokeshire Herald and General Advertiser

ANTI DIPERALISTS. RADICALISM has taken to the use'of profane swearing m these latter day?. The Rev. John Clifford has told us that the "record of the Bishops in the House of Lords is dam nab' Lor 1 Or-u^ney t°'i a. respect- able auuience at. the Hotel Cecil that "the devil is the Arch i-iperalist. Was he n (' also the original Radical? Lord Courf.ii> j unfortunately expresses the opinion oi a large section of Radicals, and the policy oi the present Government. The sin of Ini- peralism in Lord Courtney's eyes is a sense of domination and the desire of aggrandise- ment. But Empire cannot exist without the spirit. All life is a struggle for existence— for the sttrvival of the fittest. It is so with races and with states, and communities as well as with individuals. To be successful, one must be dominant. Mr. Lyttleton des- cribed the true Imperalist policy when he said that the ideal in South Africa after the War was a federation of the five South African States under the British nag, com- bined with a settlement of British agricul- turists in the Transvaal and Orange River State. This was the ideal of the late Govern- ment. Viscount Milner had already set about it, and arrangements were made to ¡ give the two new states responsible self government following an intermediate period after the first stage of government as Crown Colonies. The present Government, in a hurry to put the Boers in power, has aban- doned the lofty ideal of their predecessors, and is giving the Transvaal Responsible I Government right away, and is contemplat ing a similar grant to the Orange Rive* Colony The result of this experiment wil- be awaited with anxiety. We crust it may not be followed by bitter regrets. It is a wanton, premature, reckless policy, and Ministers are trusting to luck for it to comr out. all right. As matters now stand, the Dutch will probably control the Government in the Transvaal. All this is part of the "policy of decomposition" which Radicals have steadily pursued since their surrender to Mr. Parnell in 1886. They will attempt next session to give Home Rule to Ireland, where the Nationalists are opposed to Im- perial Unity, just as theL are giving it tc the two provinces in South Africa. When they have done all the mischief they can. the Radical Government will be turned out of office, and the Conservatives will come in to remedy the trouble, as they always have done.

■ THE PASSING AWAY OF THE BILL. "EVIDENTLY the. Government wants the Bill to be lost." This was the true word said by Mr. Balfour of the extraordinary proce dure adopted by the Government with re gard to the Education Bill, when the Com- mons were called upon to consider the Lords' amendments on Monday. First they tried to get out. of it on a side-issue. Mr. Herbert Paul, who possesses all the self-sufficiency which Lord John Russell was once accused of, was put up to raise the ludicrous plen that the Lords had committed a breach of privilege in amending a Bill which had tc do with money. Only after the speaker had snuffed out this absurd argument did the Government develop its insulting proposal. It was a two-fold proposal. In the first place, it was to reject the Lords' amend- ments en bloc. That was in obedience to the behest of the Nonconformists. The Lords thus having been snubbed and humiliated, were told that they might pass four amend ments which Mr. Birrell would indicate. On those lines a compromise" might be ar- rived at. The contemptuous and insulting language in which this offer was made, no less than its terms, rendered it impossible of acceptance. It was made in such a way as to ensure its rejection. Had the Govern- ment been sincere in a desire for compro- mise, it would, as Mr. Balfour said, have gone about in a more decent manner and one less deliberately insulting to the other branch of the Legislature. It has, however chosen to fill the cup of humiliation to the brim. If the Lords refuse to drink when the unseemly cup is presented to them, they only do their duty-the duty they owe to the country and to themselves. The Bill will die unwept, unsung. No one has ever really liked it. To Ministers it has been an ob ject of dread, for their real troubles would commence when it passed. They would havr been worried with grievances all along tin- line from Anglicans, Romanists, and Non- conformists. Need we wonder that they havr adopted strange measures to get rid of it ?

Town and County News. The funeral of Mrs. Davies, wife of Rev. Gwilym Davies, B.A., of Broad Haven, which took place at Cwmivor Chapel, on Friday last, was one of the largest and most repre sentative ever seen in the district. The ser vice was conducted by the Rev. D. James, of Llandilo, and Rev. D. Bowen, of Hermon, Manordilo. Beautiful wreaths covered till coffin. At the Tenby Police Court on Monday a little boy, named Henry Way (10), was char ged with having stolen a bicycle, the pro perty of Mr. A. Morris, New Hedges. TJlt. defendant pleaded guilty, and was orderecl to pay 10s. towards the cost of the pro ceedings. Bearing the Arms of the borough of Tenby, a bannerette, the gift of Miss Tweedy, sister in-law of the vice-chairman of the executive committee of the Pembroke County Club, London, was presented to the club at their second Bohemian concert of the season, held at the Holborn Restaurant. An excellent musical programme was also provided. The Educational Publishing Company, Merthyr Tydfil, will publish this week a work which promises to be of considerable antiquarian interest and importance, en" titled, The Ancient Bards of Britain. It is an inquiry into traditions concerning "the history, philosophy, ethics, and rites'' of the old" Druids" so called, and the author, a well-known Welsh and English writer, believes it to be the most exhaustive treatment of this branch of Keltic lore that has ever been made. The price of the book will be 5s. 6d. net. The recent death of Sir Edward Reed re- calls the 'isit of the then Japanese Ambas- sador to Pembrokeshire, in the 'seventies, to be -p^^nt at the launch of the" Hi Yi" Horn Jacob's Pill shipbuilding yard, which Sir Edward had established. The Ambas- sador, who rejoiced in the flowing title of ^Vooyenokaggfnory, stayed in Tenby with his suite, and was made a member of the Tenby and County Club. Several Tenby men, it is interesting to note, were among the crcw that navigated the Hi Yi" to Far Eastern waters. One of them, Mr. Jce Davies, is now the skipper of the Caldey steamer "Firefly." Owing to the great and continuous de- mands made upon the Church Defence Com- mittee for speakers, publications, lectures, and meetings in defence of Church schools and of the Church in Wales, the Committee's funds have run short, and £ 800.is very greatly needed before the end of the year if income is to balance expenditure. Prompt and liberal contributions will be gladly re- ceived and acknowledged by the Secretary to the Church Committee, Church House, Westminster. The death took place on Friday of Mr. ■ David Rees, Llandeloy, Pem., at the age of 77 years. The deceased gentleman was a native of Newcastle-Emlyn, Cardiganshire, but had resided in Pembrokeshire for 40 years, and had worked up a large and thriv- ing business. He was a regular attendant at Blaenlly Baptist Chapel. Recently he gave a donation of kl,000 towards the Bap- tist mission, and was ready to assist every deerving cause. He leaves a widow and daugliter to mourn his loss. One night last week a donkey belonging to Mr. William James, junior, was found to have been completely covered with tar. The poor animal's head, body, legs, even its face, was thickly besmirched, and the pain caused must have been intense. The matter was reported to the police, who have been actively prosecuting inquiries, and it is be- lieved the culprits are suspected. The tar was apparently stolen at night from Hook colliery. It was feared at first that the don- key would have to be shot, but after a long effort the greater portion of the tar had been removed. According to the "Manchester Guardian" an effort is to b& made to place evidence before tHe Welsh Church Commission sug- gesting that" Cathedral Authorities in Wales neglect their duty with regard to the use of the Welsh language in the cathedral ser- vice. It will be sought to prove that the Act of Uniformity requires the Welsh Prayer Book to be used in places where the Welsh language is the tongue commonly spoken by the people. At Bangor, St. Asaph and St. David's, however, it. is averred that the Eng- lish and not the Welsh Prayer Book is in use in the services at the cathedrals. To some extent this statement is true, but it is very misleading, Three, at least, of the Welsh cathedrals, including those of Ban- gor and St. David's, are used as parish churches, and on Sunday Welsh services are provided in them for the congregations. It is true that those are not Cathedral ser- vices, but it is obvious that such services cannot be held in Welsh while the cathe- drals are placed at the use of the parish- ioners. The Church in Wales has very little to fear on this score from its opponents. The policy of the Church in regard to Welsh is closely followed by the Nonconformists ] in bilingual, and even in Welsh speaking districts. It is not generally known that one of the best of the late G. A. Henty's historical stories-so beloved of boys everywhere—re- lates to the Welsh hero, Owen Glyndwr. In the story entitled, "Both Sides of the Border," we have a thrilling account of the adventure in the time of the Welshmen who braved the powers of England for 15 years. Though there are a few facts in the story that would not satisfy scrupulous historians, yet the picture of Glyndwr and his formid- able warriors is well drawn and fascinating. The youth who is the hero of the story saves two of Glyndwr's daughters on a cri- tical occasion, and how he then is saved from the grave must be sought within the thrilling pages of this tale of breathless gd ventures.

■ J- — St. Mary's Church, Haverfordwest- Sunday, Bsc. 18th. ftrcl Sunday in Advent, j Holy Communion, 8 a.Tr. Matim and Litany, il 0 a.m.; Becedicite, Turner Hymns, -18, 43, 187, 230. Evensong, 6 0 p.m Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis Bunndt Hymns, 19, 20 i, ±77 Advent Anthem, Hosauna (Sir John Stainer)

pKMBROiT HKERE ANT, HAVERFOIU) WBST INFIB MABY —Niiirib*r 01 patients in the rbove iustiution for u j week enbing December 9 th Fi; Admitted, 5 discharged, 1 mtpatisnt, 81. !f' Own Philipps M.P., is confined to his bed with a. sharp attack of influenza and has had to cancel all ins engagements. GOLF CLUB.—The monthly competiuon for Dr Henry Owen's Challenge Cup was held on Thurs- day the Gth ins' nine members entering. Mr R. B. Dyer ueing the winner with a score of 104 O. Rev. S. L. Connor, the Moravian Minister, attracts full congregations to his special monthly services. Last Sunday evening his discourse was oil Pleasures for Evermore." Solos was lbly rendered by Miss Burgess, of Narberth. Under the will of Gertrude Frances, Countess Df Pembroke, Sio,ooo is left to Mi-s PILiiiket Greenu, the wife of the vary popular vocalist. ,V»r» Plunket Greene is the second daughter of Sir < Hubert Parry, the weil-known composer, who is Director of the Royal College of Mtsic. Lady Parry i:, the sister of the fourteenth Earl of Pem- broke, and, therefore, Mrs Plunket Greene is the niece of the late Countess, who nas bequeathed her this handsome legacy. In the Rev. W. H. Hutton's volume on the "History of the English Church from the Acces- sion of Charles 1. to the Death of Queen Anne," a separate and brilliantly-written chapter is given to the Church in Wales during this period. There was a Bishop -John Owen at time also, and lie reported that it was at the holy well of St. Winifred (at Holywell, Flintshire) a great part of the powder plot (Guy Fa.wkes) was hatched." Mr Huttou, whose valurue is the sixth in Macmillian's History of the English Church in seveu volume writes with impartiality, and confesses that the growth of Dissent, Romanist and Protestant, was due in a large measure to the unfortunate policy of the English State." Englishmen ap- pointed to bishoprics in Wales merely regarded ihem as stepping stones, and the system ei trans- lation was accompanied with nonresidence. Mr Hutton refers to the rumour early in the eighteenth i-eutury that there was a design of removing the episcopal see of Llandafi at that time to what SJrowne Willis described in 1717 as the very elegant town" of Cardiff.. A capital entertainment was given last evening at St. Thomas' schoolroom, by the old girls of Taskers. — Part I consisted of 110 pianoforte sotoby Miss Trew a short sketch from Nicholas Nickleby by Misses Bennett, Price, Wilson and Daw kins; violin s'tfoby Miss Lewis; song "A Dream of Paradise," Miss Bessie Davies; and a very amusing Wax Works.—A number of popular subjects were represented such as "Education Bill"; "Soap Trust"; "The Boy on the Binning Deck &c. Miss Roberts' show produced a considerable ail,onot of mirth, and the entertainer "Jack (Miss Wilson), fairly convulsed the bouse. — Part II. consisted of a violin solo by Miss Maggie Tamlin a song by the Misses Michael piano solo by Miss G. Heynohis a scene from Pickwick by the Misses Roberts, Dawkins and, Bougbton piano duett by the Misses Reynolds and a series of Tableaux most creditably produced, ri which perhaps Dante's Dieatn was the best. The audience was fairly large, and all overe highly delighted with the entertainment. Thomas Lynch, a pedlar, was brought be- fore Alderman T. L. James, at the Shire Hall, on Monday on a charge of having been drunk and incapable in Prospect Place early on Sunday morning. P.S. James spoke to find- ing Lynch on the lime kilns, and as he was incapable of looking after himself witness, with the assistance of P.C. Owens, locked him up. Prisoner was very quiet. He had no money, nothing being found in his pos- session save a pedlar's license.—Alderman James said that a great many fatal cases nad occurred in consequence of people sleep- ing on the lime kilns, and he himself had attended many inquests on account of it. The prisoner would be discharged with a warning not to repeat the offence. On Saturday collections were made in the streets and elsewhere on behalf of Dr. oarnardo's Homes. The amount realized ,vas L3. A public meeting, with the same object in view, was held in the Temperance ilall on Sunday evening. Mr. H. J. E. Price, .ho occupied the chair, said that Dr. Bar- nardo's Homes was the only Institution that vould accept a boy who was recently brought before the Haverfordwest magistrates. Mr. .L Sinnett, the local hon. secretary, gave in account of the work done during the year. The Rev. J. H. Davies said he knew if instances were boys from Dr. Barnardo's- .Tomes had turned out useful citizens in Canada. Miss Annie James gave an excel lent rendering of The Children's Home," and an orchestra played several selections.! Thg collection realised £3 15s. Evidently they don't believe in hurrying them- selves in West Wales, not even for the sake of the very poor. It is nearly nine months since the main black of buildings at the Carmarthen Work- house was desroyed by fire yet not a stone has been touched since. We are assured b\ the guardians' architect, however, that the music of the builders hammer will be heard around the instra'i' n early in the New Year, as over rc- hnil{1ing of the workhouse on modern lines. The question of petitioning the Carmarthen the Carmarthen County Council to financially support the West Wales Sanitarium was discussed by Burry Port Urban Council. Dr. J. H. Williams, the chairman, said he was in full sympathy with 'lie movement, but he did not consider it a proper thing to levy a rate upon the ratepa-j er, without first of all obtaining their consent. He wou!d also like to have a guarantee that there u ould be free beds in the institution for patients of the working and poorer classes. It wa, resolved to defer consideration of the matter for a month, and the clerk was instructed to obtain furthur particulars. A few days ago the Rev. T. Jones, the vicar of Amblesten, accepted an invitation to preside over an invitation to presida over an entertainment given in the Calvinistic Methodint Chapel in the village. He told bis audience that was not the first time he had occupied a Nonconformist pulpit. Years ago, when he was at Cardigan, where he cu t ate for nine years, he peeped in one night at a Di; tenting chapel and saw the deacons counting the money after the evening service. He wag seen and invited to go into the pulpit, so that he could have a better view of the cbapel, and he accepted the invita.t.ion. The following day the old town was astir, for the deacons had made it known that the curate had occupied the pulpit in the Ditsenting chi; el nil Sunday night, and the people thought the Millenium had comc. A Calvinistic preacher in Pembrokeshire was speaking of different denominations which pre- vail in Wales. He said he was once travelling over the mountains, when a thiok fog came on and he lost his way. At last he saw something which appeared to him like a wild beast in the midst of the fog. As it approached nearer to him through the fog he discovered it was a human being, and as he drew nearer stili he discovered it was his brother. He thought the churche; in Wales were something like that. 3een through the fog of ignorance they appeared terrible to each other, but as they drew nearer they found they were human beings, and as they drew still nearer and the mist was removed they found they were all Christians and brethren. There was a tacit understanding between the i squire and the rector that morning prayer was not to be begun before the great man arrived. A locum "omciating in the rector's absence was unaware of the arrangement, and at eleven o'clock he rose and began the service with the sentence "When the wicked man—"Please, sir," interposed the clerk, he ain't come yet." The new Clichle Professor of History at Oxford in his "Political History of Eng- land" (1377-1485)-a period on which he is an acknowledge authority-shows the part which Wales played in the Wars of the Roses, basing his account on the contem- porary Welsh poems of Lewis Glyn Cothi. Professor Oman refers to Henry of Rich- mond as "himself a Welshman, and could make a good appeal to the local patriotism of his countrymen." He shows, too, how Henry on landing raised not only the Royal banner of England, but the ancient standard of Cadwallader, a red dragon upon a field of white and green, the beast which was afterwards used as the device of the house of Tudor, and the sinister supporter of their coat-of-ar m." A correspondent vouches for the truth of the following story, which occurred last week in a prominent West Wales centre. Two young fellows, accompanied by their t sweet-hearts, were seated at a table in a refreshment-house when a recruiting officer antered and presently got into conversation with the party. Scenting a couple of pro- c mising recruits, he began to speak of the chances awaiting young men who opined His Majesty's regiments and the pension which I would be due at the end of the serirlee. One of the two young men became keenly inter- ested, and after being pressed for some time consented to join. The King's shilling was forthcoming on the instant, and the only stipulation uked for, and granted readily, was that the money should be spent there and then. The recruiting officer could hardly fake objection, and he then fell to trying to enlist the companion, but without suc- cess. When the party prepared to leave the recruiting officer was promptly by the side of his man. with the feeling of having done a good half-hour's work, but judge of his astonishment to find the recruit the posses- sor of a wooden leg! I The Admiralitv have decided that no further experiments RhaH take place on the stranded battleship Montagu on Lllndv Island. It will be remembered that the rem»mbnred that the, cruiser Doris returned to Devonport recently from Lllndv-after cartain experiment had bpen carripd out on the Montagu. It was arranged that the Doris should return to the wrerk «n the 13th inst. with the object of continuing the experiments, but a message has been received stating that they would be discontinued. The first-class armoured cruiser Warrior left Pembroke Dock on Tuesday morning for Chat- ham, where she will be docked and prepared Icir 'be steam trials. The preliminaries and t"ialq are expected to occupy from six to eie-ht. weeks, after which she will return to Pembroke Dock to be completed and commissioned. The Warrior was laid down at Pembroke Dock on November 5th, 1903, and launched on November 2.5th, 1905. To MOTHERS.—Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup has been used over 50 years by millions of mothers for their children while teething with perfect success. It will re- lieve the poor sufferer immediately. It is pleasant to take, it produces natural, quiet sleep, and relieving the child from pain, and the little cherub waftes, as bright as a button." Of all Chemists 1s. Id. per bottle, j On Monday, Lady Scourfield invited the members of her Clothing Club, who number 114-, to tea. This is an annual event. Her ladyship pays 2s. 6d., a» bou'uoes, to each member who subscribes regularly,, so that the bonuses annually amount to between £ 14 and £15. All members may go to any draper or milliner in the district—Haver- fordwest, f Ncvland, Pembroke Dock and Pembroke, cTc. The members were e'nter tained further by Mr. Jenkins' gramophone, and by songs from Miss Po.v-cll Mr. Rees, Mr. Griffiths, and Master Ewart Lewi. all of Neyland. The Rev. W. L. Stubbs, rector, kindly in-I; vitfcd the members of Vvilliamston Cricket Club (of which he is a vice-president) to supper at the Rectory on Monday evening, the 3rd inst., and entertained them most hospitably The excellent repast was fol- lowed by various toasts. The rector gave "The King, Queen, and Royal Family." Then Sir Owen Scourfield, Bart., as presi- dent of the club proposed "The Success of Williamston Club." Next, Mr. J. WTebb, captain for the past season, followed with the toast of Sir Owen and Lady Scourfield, president and patroness of the club respec- tively. The concluding toast to the rector, Mine Host," was given by Sir Owen Scour- field. All the toasts, it is needless to say, were given most heartily. Adjourning into the drawing room, two or three hours were spent in a very enjoyable manner. Cigars and song and chat and various scientific curiosities shown by Mr. Stubbs, beguiled away the time. Shortly before the approach of midnight, the club sang the National Anthem, and a hesrty good night and shake of the hand terminated a most happy even- ing. o m

Hockey Match. On Thursday, at the College Field, St. Thomas' Green, a hockey match took place between Milford and Haverfordwest. The toss was vjpn by Haverfordwest, who electeo to play towards the Green end. A few min- utes after starting Lowther scored for the visitors. Shortly after a pass was given by W. Davies to W. S Mathias, who took tne ball from the 25 line, through the visitors' defence, and scored for the home team. Re- suming play, the visitors soon added another two goals, and after several attempts on the part of the home team to break through the visitor's defence failing, the whistle sounded half-time, the score then being, Milford, three goals; Haverfordwest, one goal In the second half the play was much faster, and the visitors, taking advantage of the weakness of the home defence, by good com- bination, added goal after goal in quick suc- cession, the home team failing to score Final Score: Milford, eleven goals; Haver- fordwest, one goal. The referees were Mr. Harold J.Evanp! (Milford), and Mr. W. Campbell-Jones (Haverfordwest). both of whom gave entire satisfaction. The teams were as follows1 Milford—Misses Scale, Williams (Steynton). Francis, and E. Jones, Messrs. Lowther, Llewellyn, Powell, Wilkin, Alford, Morgan, and Rees. Haverfordwest-Misses Davies, F. James, Grieves, James and Francis, Messrs. F. Munt, Morgan, J. Munt, Davies (N.P. Bank), W. Davies, and Mathias. In fairness to the defeated team it should be mentioned that they were under a great disadvantage, inasmuch as the majority of the players are only young beginners, and never played in a match before. Again, n was noticed that the visitors played seven men and four ladies, while the home team played six men and five ladies, which made a material difference. For the visitors it may be said that they are a good team, and played with fairness all through. We take this opportunity of mentioning that the home team should not be discouraged at the result of yesterday's game, as no doubt, with a little more practice, they will greatly im- prove. After the match the players were entertained to tea by the home team.

m Mimic Lord Mayors Banquet. SPEECHES AT THE GUILDHALL. A mimic Lord Mayor's Banquet was held an Thursday evening at the Institute. The Lord and Lady Mayoress (the Rev. and Mrs. D. Akrill Jones) received their distinguished guests (the members of the Men's Institute, and other friends), who were presented in burn. As the titles of the guests were an- nounced, it was evident that a number of celebrated people were present, including the Right Hon. Joseph Chamberlain, M.P., and Mrs. Chamberlain, the former of whom was scarcely recognisable without eyeglass or orchid. There were also present peers and statesmen, whose names were and were not familiar. The guests numbered upwards of eighty. After the reception the banquet was held, the tables having been arranged in the usual Guildhall fashion. The Lord Mayor proposed the toast of "The King, Prince of Wales, and Royal family." The King, he said, was the first gentleman in Europe. The toast was loyally honoured. The Lord Mayor proposed the toast 01 The Prime Minister of Wales." There were always people who differed from a Prime Minister in politics, but they all esteemed the Earl of Pembroke. The Minister of Education (Mr. A. E. H. James), responded to the toast on behalf of the Premier (Mr. Isaiah Reynolds).' Alderman Vaughan Morgan (Mr. W. F. Thomas) said he had the toast of the evening to propose in that of "The Institute." He might term himself in a certain degree one of the parents of the Haverfordwest Men's 'Institute. He 'thought the lito'erartyj1 side should be further developed. The Chancellor of the Exchequer (Mr. T. Price Davies) responded. He foreshadowed a scheme of taxation, under which those who had recently received titles would give a doubled subscription to the funds of the Institute. The Earl of Goodwick (Mr. A. B. Williams) proposed the toast of Education in Wales," and referred to the late Tom Ellis as pioneer of Welsh Education. He was of opinion that education should be more commercial. The Minister of Education (Mr. A. E. H. James) replied. There was free education. secondary education, and the education of life. The Right Hon. Lord Uzmaston, K.G (Mr. Sam Richards) proposed the toast of the Industries of Wales," which was re- sponded to by the President of the Board of Trade (Mr. O'Shea, junr.). The Hon. Sir John Bennett (Mr. B. H. Munt) gave "Our Empire," which was re nlied to by the Home Secretary (Mr. B. W. Thomas), and the Foreign Secretary (Mr. Owen Thomas). The" Army and Navy of Wales was pro posed by General Collard (Mr. W. E. C. Lewis), anl replied by the First Lord of the Admiralty (Mr. W. B. John). The Press" was proposed by Sir J. L. Castlemartin (Mr. Francis Phillips), and re- "nonded to by Mr. T. P. O'Connor. M.P. (Mr. Crawshaw). The Minister of Education proposed the "Lord Mayor," who responded, as did also the Lady Mayoress, and the Countess of Pem- broke (Mrs. I. Reynolds). During the evening songs were rendered )y Alawydd Picton and Our Dan. «

Carmarthen Xmas Show. The following are the local winners at this show Smooth Fox Terrier-2nd, H. R'-es. Spring- field who also took third in pnppy class. Rough Fox Terrier-2nd, W. H. Rogers, P"mhroke Dock. Spnniel bitch-1st, A. Thomas, Brewnslade, Pembroke 3rd, E. White, Kimberley Hotel, Milford. In the poultry classes, E. LI. Simon, Pem- broke, took first, special, and two 2nds for Leghorns and also 1st and special in the selling class, with J. Edwards as 3rd. I Pitreon Class for Working Homers-1st, T. Williams. Hill Street, Haverfordwest. Wil- < Mhhis Bros., took three h.c's. 1 ■■ (

BIRTHS, MARRIAGES AND DEATHS. BIRTHS. 1 On the 13th inst., at Castle Villa Farm, the wife Mr Walter Morris, of a son. j On the 18th ult., at Johannesburg, South Africa, the wife of R. Jackson Clarke, of a daughter. MARRIAGES. 1 On the 8th inst., at the Parish Church, Llanstad, well, by the Rev. L. H. Rumsey, James Davies 1 Df Miltorn Haven, to Beatrice Elizabeth, second laugbetr Thomas Thomas, Neylond Vale, Neyland r On the 10th inst., at the Registry Office, Elaverfordwcst, Mr W Davies, Milford, to Miss ( Rebecca Philpin, Knock Moo Clarbeston I Road. DEATHS. t On the 3rd inst., at Vicary Street, Pill, Milford Haven, Robert Frances, infant son of Mr Frances Folland, aged 10 weeks On the 9th inst., at Brook Avenue, Ethel Muriel, infant daughter of Mr Edwiu Charles Meaden, aged 10 weeks. On Tuesday, December 4th, at Hill Farm, Winifred May, youngest daughter of Mr R. 1. Jones, aged 18 years. Deeply regretted. On the 11th inst., at 8, Canton's Terrace, City Road, in this town, Ann, beloved wife of Sergt. Major Bowen, aged 70 years.

COMING EVENTS. 3d. per line. December 17th.—Annual Entertainment by pupils of Hill House College. December 27th.—Mrs Howell Walters amateu, theatricals at the Masonic Hall. Proceeds in behalf of District Nurse Funds. Wesleyan Schoolroom, Haverfordwest.-Grand Concert on Boxing night.. Artistes Miss Katie Thomas, R.A.M Miss Lottie Wakelin, L.R. A.M., of Cardiff, and others. Tickets 2s and Is. Doors open at 7.30. To commence at 8 o'clock. Assembly Rooms, Haverfordwest.—A Christmas Tea by Mrs Davies, St. Mary's Vicarage, on Monday, December 17th Stalls of useful and fancy articles by members of the Sewing Guild also Action Songs by Children, Music, Bran Tubs', Father Christmas, Indian Chief, Fairy, &c, Come and see. Admission (including Tea) 6d; Admission (after 6 p.m.) 3d. Doors open at 8.30. p.m. CLARKES B. 41 PILLS are warranted to cure either sex of all acquired or constitu- tional Discharges from the Urinary Organs, Gravel and Pain in the back. Free from Mercury. Established upward? of 60 years. In Boxes 4s. 6d. each, of all Chemists and Patent Medicine Vendors throughout the world, and sent for thirty stamps by the makers, the Lincoln and Midland Counties Drug Stores.

Fat Stock Show. I HIGH CLASS EXHIBITION INVASION OF CHRISTMAS BEASTS. HEAVY PRICES FOR HEAVY CATTLE I AT THE HAVERFORDWEST MEAT MARKET. The Haverfordwest Fat. Siouk Show, held at tne Meat, Market on Wednesday, created a record, both a.3 to the number and quality of the exhibits and the prices realized. In spite of the dull wet weather and the conse- quent muddy condition of the roads ox the neighbourhood, cattle, sheep, and pigs were arriving in droves from an early hour in the morning, and later in the day the Meat Market and the principal streets were thronged with agriculturists, cattle dealers, and butchers—buyers and sellers-from all parts of Pembrokeshire and South Wales. The prize list was substantial for this class ot snow, ana there were a iarge numuer 011 specials. Every class for cattle was well filled, and faced by such a horde of hagni- ficent beasts the task of the judges was more :han usually onerous. The silver cup for :he best beast in the show was deservedly secured by a (gigantic bovine, bred by Mr. J. W. Morris, Brownslate, and that gentleman's Welsh Black cattle secured the premier iwards in all the classes entered. There was a good entry in the classes for sheep, but unfortunately the fattening had been over- done. The pigs were a good lot. In the class for the best pork pig not exceeding 1201bs. live weight an objection was raised against the first and second prize winners, which were found to be overweight and disquali- fied, the next in merit securing the awards. The class for dressed poultry produced a fine display of turkeys, geese, ducks and fowls for the Christmas table, a marked feature being the general all-round improve- i ment in the dressing. The judges were Mr. Tom Brown, Swansea, and Mr. Davies, Car- marthen, in the classes for cattle, sheep, and pigs; Mr. J. H. Bishop, Haverfordwest, poultry; Mr. W. Davies, Westfield, roots; and Mrs. Williams, Cardiff, butter. Undoubtedly the most remarkable feature of the show was the prices realized at the subsequent auction sale—always the chief item of the Fat Stock Show-held by Messrs. Evans and Roach. Bidding was extremely spirited throughout, and for the best beasts buyers were even disposed to pay fancy prices. Mr. Eastlake Thomas, of Pembroke Dock, secured the champion beast of the (show for k40 5s., and Messrs. Hellings and I Cornwall, Milford, paid Z40 for a cross bred ox. Other prices ranged close up. Infinitely better prices were realized by breeders than at the Pembroke Show, held on Monday. The chairman, secretary, and show com- mittee are to be congratulated upon the success which crowned their labours in a record show. The entrance money amounted to £30. CATTLE. Fat ox of the Welsh Black breed, 3 years old and upwards—1, James'Bros., Milford; 2, W. Morris, Ashdale; r, T. Russell, Yer- beston. Fat ox of the Welsh Black breed, 2 years and under 3 years old—1, J. W. Morris, Brownslate; Henry Jenkins, Haverfordwest; r, T. Russell, Yerbeston. I Fat cow of the Welsh Black breed—1. J. W. Morris, Brownslate; 2, J. A. Bland, Poyston; r and vhc, T. Russell, Yerbeston. Fat heifer of the Welsh Black breed, under 1 years old—1, J. W. Morris, Brownslate ;2, W. J. Canton, Nolton Haven; r, Mr. Phillips, Rowston; vhc W. J. Canton. Fat ox of any breed or cross, except Welsh Black breed, 3 years old and upwards-1, G. Morris, Rose Cottage; 2, W. Morris, Ash- dale r, W. J. Canton. Fat steer of any breed or cross, except Welsh Black breed, 2 years and under 3 years old—1, W. C. Jones, Waterston; 2, Mrs. Morris, Cranham; r and vhc S. W. Dawkins, Haylett. -171 i £ 1 J n,.r..r<r- £10 V ("ID1"f. Fat cow of any breed or cross, except, Welsh Black breed—1, Mr. Gwyther, Ford; 2, T. Roberts, Druidston; r, J. A. Bland, Poyston; vhc, W. C. Jones, Waterston. Heifer of any breed or cross, except Welsh Black breed, under 4 years old—1, H. Rees, Springfield; 2, Messrs. James Bros., Milford; r, W. C. Jones, Waterston; vhc, J. A. Bland,! Poyston. Steer or heifer of any breed, under 2 years old—1, H. Jenkins, Haverfordwest; 2, W. J. Canton; r, T. Russell; vhc, S. W. Dawkins, Haylett. SPECIAL PRIZES. Best beast in the yard fed on Bibby's Cake supplied by Mr. John Green, Central Stores -1, Henry Jenkins, Haverfordwest; 2, W. Morris, Ashdale. Bast beast fed on Messrs. Thorley's Cake, a piece of plate value C2 2s.; for the second best, a piece of plate value £1 Is. (given by Messrs. Rees Bros. and Co.)-l, W. C. Jones, Waterston; 2, Messrs. James Bros., Milford. A silver cup for the best beast in the yard, fed on Albion Cake, supplied by Mr. Edgar W. Rees—1, Messrs. James Bros., Mil- ford; 2, G. Morris, Rose Cottage. Best beast, of any age or breed, that has been fattened on Weaver's Feeding Cake— 1 and 2, W. J. Canton. Best beast in the show that has not won a prize at this exhibition-1, W. J. Canton; 2, T. Russell, Yerbeston. Special prize, a silver medal, for the best beast in the show, given by. Messrs. Evans and Roach-J. W. Morris, Brownslate. SHEEP. Pen of three fat lambs—1, G. Morris, Rose Cottage; 2 and r, W. Morris, Ashdale. SPECIAL PRIZES. Pen of three fat lambs, fed on Bibby's Cake or Meal, supplied by Mr. John Green, Central Stores—1, G. Morris, Rose Cottage; 2 and r, W. Morris, Ashdale. PIGS. Fat pig of any breed, 12 score and upwards -1, Evans, Hayston Hall; 2, Ben Rees, Highmead; r, S. W. Dawkins, Haylett. Fat pork pig, not exceeding 1201bs. live weight—1 and he, George Howells, Brooks Grovet 2 and r, Davies and White, Haver- fordwest; c, H. Roberts, Haverfordwest. A piece of Plate, value one guinea, for the best fat pork pig, fed on Thorley's food. (By Messrs. Rees Bros. and Co.)-l, G. Howells, Brooks Grove. POULTRY. Pair of turkeys—1, Mrs. Thomas, Bar- nard's Hill; 2, Miss R. D. Evans, Pelcomb Hill; r, Mrs. George, Great Treffgarne. Pair of geese-1, G. Thomas, Honeyhook; 2, Miss K. D. Evans, Pelcomb Hill; r, Mrs. George, Camrose. Pair of ducks—1, Mrs. Thomas, Barnard's Hill; 2, Mrs. George, Camrose; r, Mys. S. W. Dawkins, Haylett. Pair of fowls—1 and r, Mrs. and Miss Mends, Keyston; 2, Miss Howells, Wales- land. ROOTS. 25 swede turnips-1, G. Thomas, Honey- hook; 2 and r, J. Morris, Hayston, Johnston; vhc and c, G. Thomas, Bicton. vhc and c, G. Thomas, Bicton. 15 long red mangolds—1, W. C. Jones, Waterston; 2, The Right Hon. Lord Ken-j sington; vhc, Mrs. Morris, Cranham; r, W., J. Canton, Nolton Haven. J. Canton, Nolton Haven. J. Canton, Nolton Haven. 15 yellow globe mangolds—1 and 2, W. C. lones, Waterston. SPECIAL PRIZES. "'I"IT 1 1 Best 10 swedes grown from Messrs. vveDDs seeds, and with the aid of their special manures, supplied by them direct-1 and vhc, J. Morris, Hayston; 2 and r, G. Morris, Rose Cottage; c, W. C. Jones, Waterston, and W. Morris, Ashdale. Best 10 mangolds grown from Webb's seeds and with the aid of their manures supplied direct-1 and r, W. C. Jones, Waterston; 2 and vhc, G. Morris, Rose Cottage. "I Best 15 swedes, open to purchasers of one ton or more of Messrs. Proctor's special manures—1 and r, G. Morris, Rose Cottage; 2, W. Morris, Ashdale; c, W. J. Canton. Best 15 mangolds, open to purchasers of one or more of Messrs. Proctor's special man- ures-1, G. Morris Rose Cottage; 2 W. J. Canton; r Mrs. Morris Cranham. BUTTER. Six pounds of Fresh Butter-1 Mrs. Mends, Keyston; 2, W. J. Canton; 3, Miss Howells, Walesland; r, Mrs. George, Camrose; vhc, Mrs. Lewis, Diamond Hill; he, Mrs. W. Thomas, Nolton. Best 121bs. in Pot or Cask (mild curpd)- 1, Mrs. George, Camrose; 2, Miss Lewis, Han-I to n; 3, Mrs. Mends, Keyston; r, Miss Howells, Walesland; vhc, Mr. G. Jenkins, Lower Haythog; he, Mrs. A. Jenkins, Lam- mas Fold. Best 12 Brown Eggs—1, Mr. D. Edwards, Clynderwen; 2, Mrs. A. Jenkins, Lammas Fold; 3, Mrs. Lewis, Dimond Hill. Best 12 White Eggs—1, Miss Lewis, Han- ton; 2, Mr. Thomas, Cuckoo; 3, Miss Gwy- ther, Haverfordwest. Best Winchester of Barley—1, Mr. Thomas, Cuckoo; 2, W. J. Canton; r, G. Thomas, Bicton. Best Winchester Black Oats—1, W. J. Can- ton; 2, Mr. Thomas, Cuckoo; r, G. Morris,! Rose Cottage. THE AUCTION SALES. Messrs. EvaAts and Roach, auctioneers, Haverfordwest, conducted a sale by auction 'at the conclusion of the judging, and excel- lent prices were realized. There was a keen competition for the principal prize winners, amongst a representative gathering of but-1 j chers and dealers, who had come from alII mparts of South Wales. Mr. Eastlake Thomas,' of Pembroke Dock, purchased the cham- pion beast of the show, Mr. J. W. Morris's! black ox, and that gentleman also obtained a high price for his cross-bred ox, secured; by Messrs. Hollings and Cornwall, Milford; Haven. The following are some of the prices realised:— I I Black ox, three years—1st prize winner: I (Mr. J. W. Morris) to Mr. Eastlake Thomas,! Pembroke Dock, Z40 5s.; reserve and vhc.! (Mr. T. Russell) £ 27 and £ 25 10s. to Mr. Amabey, Tenby, and Mr. W. Davies, New- castle, respectively. Other exhibits in this; class" (Mr. J. A. Bland) iE22 5s., Mr. Thomas, butcher, Neyland; £21 10s. (Mr. Morris) Mr. j; Adams, Haverfordwest. I I Black Cow—1st (Mr. J. W. Morris) £ 25, i Mr. Mabe, Tenby; 2 Mr. J. A. Bland) kl9, i Mr. James, Milford Haven; r. (Mr. T. Rus- i sell) £25, Mr. Jones, Dew Street, Haverford- j1 west; vhc. (Mr. Russell) £20 10s., Mr. James, c Milford Haven. It Black Heifer (under four years)—1, (Mr. I r. W. Morris) JE29, Mr. Morgan, Tenby; 2, (Mr. t W. J. Canton) 425 5a., Mr. Elias Jones, v Morrislo'n. I =-==-===- -J Coloured Ox—1, Mr. G. Morris) £ 40, Messrs. Hellings and Cornwall, Milford; 2, Mr. W. Morris) £25, Mr. Richards, Fishguard; r, Mr. W. J. Canton) £21, Mr. Griffiths, Carmar- then and other of Mr. Canton's iE25, Mr. Thomas, Little Newcastle. Cok. ured Steer—1st (Mr. W. C. Jones) £37, Mr. H. A. Davies, Milford; 2nd (Mrs. Morris; £25 10s., Mr. Davies, Neyland; r, (Mr. S. W. Dawkins) £23, Mr. Harries, Wood- bine; vhc, (Mr. S. W. Dawkins) P-25, Mr. Jw>oph John, lakin; others-Mr. W. J. Can- ton iE20, Mr. D. Watkins, Swansea; Mr. Morris zP,21 10s., Mr. James, Port Talbot; Mr. W. Morns £22 10s., Mr. H. Millar, Haver- fordwest. Coloured ()y-2nd (Mr. T. Roberts, Druid- ..TOll) .£21, Mr. Jones, Dew Street, Haverford- west; vhc, (Mr. W. C. Jones, Waterston) £23 5s., Mr. John Davies, Milford. Coloured Heifer—1st (Mr. H. Rees, Spring- field), £27, Mr. E. J. Davies, Milford; r, (iIlr. W. C. Jones) £ 20, Mr. J. Davies, Milford. Steer or heifer of any kind-2nd (Jir. W. J. Canton) £24, Mr. H. Millar, Dew Street, Haverfordwest; and one of Mr. T. Russell's £22, Mr. James, Port Talbot. Pen of three lambs—1st (Mr. G. Morris) £ 2 13s. 6rl. each, Mr. Horatio Lewis, Dimond Hill; 2nd (Mr. W. Morris) E2 3s., Mr. Thomas, Neyland; r, (Mr. W. Morris) P-2 Is., Mr. Rees, Clynderwen; and another pen by Mr. G. Morris Z2 3s., Mr. Rees, Trevacwn, Clynderwen. n —

Haverfordwest Board of Guardians, THE EPIDEMIC AT THE WORKHOUSE. There was a large attendance of members of the Board of Guardians at the Shire Hall on Wednesday, in view of the epidemic of typhoid at, the Workhouse. Mr. T. Llewellyn occupied the chair. It was re I ported that two more cases of typhoid had been admitted to the Workhouse, bringing the total to fourteen. The two fresh cases admitted were in the Workhouse at the time of the outbreak, and on being discharged they showed symptoms of the fever, and were re-admitted. It is suggested that the cause of the epidemic is to be traced to the leaking of a drain into the well, from vliieh the water for the Workhouse is obtained. After a consultation between the Chair. man and the Medical Officer of Health, i I was decided that the -question of the bes I method of dealing with the outbreak shoulc be considered in private. WHAT CAN BE DONE? During the consideration of the relief busi- ness, the Chairman drew the attention to the case of a woman and two children at Hakin, who were in receipt of out-door relief. The woman travelled from Aberdeen some time ago for the purpose of attending the funeral of a relative at Milford Haven. She became destitute, and unable to 'return, and with her two children became inmates of the House, which she left a little later, only to become in receipt of out-relief. The Clerk said that whilst the woman was in the house she wrote to her husband, and received letters in reply. He said, that although she had deserted him, he would maintain her if she returned to Aberdeen, but he would not send any money to Hakin, nor whould he pay her return railway fare. When the Clerk wrote to the husband on behalf of the Guardians later, the letter was i returned, marked "Gone, no address." He I understood that the man travelled abroad, returning to Aberdeen at intervals. The Rev. Akrill Jones, replying to a sug- gestion that the Guardians should proceed against the husband, said that as the woman had deserted the man neither she nor the Guardians had any claim against him. It was decided to ask the woman to appear before the Guardians at the next Board day. -8--

Haverfordwest Grammar School. GOVERNORS' QUARTERLY MEETING. SCHOLASTIC- FINANCIAL PROBLEMS, j The ordinary quarterly meeting of the Governors of the Haverfordwest Grammar j School was held in the Council Chamber on Tuesday, when Mr. R. T. P. Williams occupied the chair, and there were also pre- sent: Sir Owen Scourfield, Messrs. James Thomas, T. L. James, I-I. J. E. Price, J. T. Fisher, W. Davies George, and the Rev. James Phillips. j It was unanimously decided that the re- imuneration of Mr. Bulmer for music lessons at the Grammar School be fixed at three .guineas per term, instead of £ 3, as pre- viously resolved. The Chairman said that on September 11th the Headmaster was instructed by the Governors to frame a set of regulations for ithe better supervision of the houses at which I the boys lodged. He had drawn up five re- gulations, of which printed copies would be circulated. The primary idea was to enable the Headmaster to pay visits of inspection to the houses occupied by the lads.—The regulations were adopted. EXPENDITURE AND ECONOMY. The Chairman said the first item on the II agenda was to assign the sum for the main- jtenance of assistant masters' salaries under Clause 36 of the scheme. Under the clause in question the assistant masters must be engaged every year, and a sum set aside for their salaries, and for other purposes, having (; for their object the efficiency of the school. j Last year the salaries of the assistant teachers amounted to £ 360, of which the second master received £ 130, the third £ 105, the fourth £ 90, and the drawing master £ 15. Under the scheme the salaries were fixed, but they had not been working under the regulations. He believed Mr. Henson was about to place before them a proposal to secure the services of an additional master. The Headmaster said the difficulty had arisen owing to the increased number of scholars in attendance. Last term there were 77, which he thought would be raised next year to 85. The boys were of very diverse ages, and in order to comply with the re- "quirements of the Central Welsh Board they were obliged to have the school divided into six forms. He proposed to make the pre- sent third master, Mr. Edwards, second master, at a salary slightly lower than that of his predecessor, to re-arrange the teach- ing staff, and to engage a mathematical master at a salary of £ 100 or £ 110. The new arrangement would involve a total outlay on salaries to the assistant masters of £464, that was with the nine guineas for music. The Chairman said that Mr. Warren had prepared an estimate of the receipts and ex- penditure for the year under the old condi- tions, but without a certain expenditure- on buildings, and arrived at a favourable I balance of £ 56. Mr. Henson had also pre- pared an estimate, based on a higher num- ber of pupils, which showed an expendi- ture £1,282 and receipts £1,282, which was a balance of Z52 to the good. That was, how- ever, without making an allowance for the additional master. So that they would see they were faced with a serious financial pro- Iblem. They knew, of course, that the fee [paid per pupil did not cover the average out- Jay required, and their endowment would only cover a certain number of boys, about the number at present in the school he be- ilieved. These financial difficulties in the past, had arisen when their pupils increased above a certain number. The question of raising the fees might have to be considered, also whether they would increase the teach- ing staff, or reduce the number of boys by the refusal of pupil teachers and proba- tioners. Mr. George explained that under the new arrangement of the Education Committee there would be no probationers in future. They would be required to pass the Central Welsh Board Junior Examination, for which ] they could be prepared in county schools. < The Chairman said that would lower their < receipts still further. On the motion of Mr. H. J. E. Price, secon- ded by the Rev. James Phillips, it wrr; re- solved that the new arrangement outlined by the Headmaster, including the engage- ment of an additional master, come into 1 operation until next July. There would be i four assistant masters receiving respectively t R,130, £ 110, £ 110, and £90, with L15 for draw- 1 ing, and nine guineas for music. i A letter was received respecting a visit of 1 Messrs. B. B. Skirrow and Shaw, of the I Central Welsh Board, to the Grammar School f in connection with the proposed new class I room. r The Headmaster (Mr. Henson) presented his quarterly report. He was glad to be able to announce a considerable increase in the number of members of the school. There were upon the books that term 77 pupils, of which seven were boarders, eight pupil teachers, and six probationers. The health Jf the school had been good on the whole, but several of the boys had been absent for i considerable period through whooping ?ough. No new cases, however, had devel- tped recently, and he ventured the hone that the epidemic was now at an end. At the Central Welsh Board examination, held in !"JU^. ^i5,.no.Vlrs cei"tificate was obtained by G. F. Phillips; senior certificates by R. Edwards W. E. Phillips, F. S. Thomas, and J- Lloycl Williams, and junior certificates by F. S. Dagwell, A. Tamlyn, J. H. Tamlyn, i H. Rogers, D. E'. Thomas, and A. Williams. In the senior divisions distinctions were also (obtained in six subjects, and in the junior division in seven. Singing had now been included in the school curriculum with good .results. A miniature rifle club had been established, with a range in the covered playground. Thirty boys, over. the age of twelve years, had been drilled as a fire bri- gade. He proposed to close the school on Wednesday, December 19th, and re-open January 16th.

Death of Mrs. William Francis. Last Friday night the death occurred with painful suddenness of Mrs. Wm. Francis, of Cartlett. The deceased lady, who was about thirty years of age, had been apparently in her usual state of health up till yesterday afternoon, when she had a seizure. Drs. Wilson and Williams were called in, but despite their skilful and unremitting atten- tion Mrs. Francis passed away shortly after. Mrs. Francis was much respected and es- 'eemed locally, and the utmost sympathy vith her bereaved husband vgd ex-Supt. Francis. 1

MILFORD HAVEN, SERIOUS GAS EXPLOSION. A terrific explosion of gas occurred at Bryn-y-mor, Charles Street, Milford Haven, the residence of Mr. A. J. Tilbrook, on Tues- day evening, about eleven p.m. For some time a smell of gas had been prevalent, which was very strange as no gas was used in the house. A catch pit is immediately in front of the house, close to the door, for the gathering of surface water, etc. Mr. Tilbrook, wondering what could be the cause of the obnoxious odour, gave instructions! to have this catch pit cleared, in case of any thing undesirable had accumulated. Mr. Alec Griffiths (employed by Mr. Cole)i was lifting the stone slab, whilst Mr. Til- brook held a lamp, when a rush of gas took place, and coming in contact with the light a terrific explosion took place. Mr. Tilbrook was burnt al lover his left arm, and also his face, but not so serious as it might have been. Mr. Griffiths had very bad burns on both arms, and the hair of his head quite scorched. Mr. Warlow, haulier, also re- ceived injuries to his face and hands. Their injuries were at once attended to by Mrs. Tilbrook. It is marvellous the injuries were not of a graver character, as the force of the ex- plosion shook the house to its foundations, and cracked a wall about forty feet from where the light was. The gas came from the main pipe in the street, and forced it- self into the cavity, converting it into a gasometer. It shows the pipes to be in a very bad condition, and this accident will no doubt hurry forward the work of putting down new gas mains in Charles Street, as the present ones have, owing to age, passed the stages of utility and safety. SOCIAL AT STEYNTON. A social took place at Steynton School- 1 room on Thursday, March 6th,, in aid of the day school. The Misses Davies, of Scoves- J ton, arranged the programme, and a most l enjoyable evening was spent. Miss Williams acted as accompanist. HOCKEY. A match took place on Saturday last at Milford, between the home team and Ney- land. The game in the first half was very fastj, Mr. Lowther scoring first goal for Milford. Mr. Lewis soon equalised for Ney- land. Mr. E. J. Smith had a nasty accident, smashing one of his fingers, but did not re- tire. A goal each was soon added, and at half-time the score was two goals all. On resuming Neyland secured the lead by a lucky shot, the ball striking the post, and fell a little way inside the goal line. The light was very bad, and before the expiration of time it was decided to stop the game, as play was considered dangerous for the ladies. Mr. E. Morgan, the home secretary, played a very hard game for his side. An adjournment was made to the Lord Nelson Hotel, where tea was provided. THE LATE MRS. KELWAY. The funeral of Mrs. Kelway, of Point Villa, Hakin, took place at Steynton on Thursday last. The deceased lady, who was the widow of the late Mr. Henry Kelway, had been associated with the district all her life, being born at Waterstone, in 1839, and dwelling all her married life at Hakin. During that period many changes have occurred in the place, with the public life of which the late Mr. Kelway was for many years prominently connected, especially identifying himself with Church matters and local Conservatism. Mrs. Kelway had been seriously ill for several weeks, and passed away on the 3rd inst. Her funeral at Steynton was attended by three of her sons, Mr. H. R. Kelway, of Calne; Mr. A. Clifton Kelway, of London; and Mr. G. S. Kelway of Hakin. Her two other sons, Captain R. V. Kelway and Capt. W. E. Kelway, were both prevented from being present, being out of England. Other mourners included Mr. and Mrs. Adams (Port Talbot), Mr. H. Gibby and Mr. W. Gibby, Mr. J. Rees, Hakin, Mr. W. Griffith, Colonel Roberts, and others. The service was taken by the Rev. E. J. Howell, B.D., vicar of St. Catherine's, Milford Haven, who was assisted by the Archdeacon of St. David's, Many wreaths of beautiful flowers were sent j by relatives and friends. The funeral ar- rangements were carried out by Messrs. Phelps and Owen, of Milford Haven. MIDNIGHT FIRE ALARM. About twelve o'clock on Wednesday night Sergeant Evans, of the Dock Police, ob- served flames ascending over the wall at the Old Dockyard, facing Hamilton Terrace. He immediately hurried to the place, and found a small shel and out-house, belonging to Mrs. Thomas, was oa fire. Sergt. Evans, assisted by Dock Policemen Davies and Grice, and a couple of men, tacklel the flames, and succeeded in preventing the fire from spreading to the houses close by. The fire alarm at the Council Offices had been rung, and soon a detachment of the fire brigade was present, under the com- mand of Lieut. Henry Adams. The flames were not got. under until the shed, composed of wood and corrugated iron, were completely gutted. Some of the con- tents of tre shed were saved, but the dam- age is estimated at about £ 40. A pig weigh- ing 18 score had been in the salt tub a .week, but was ruined beyond use. The ringing of the fire alarm caused quite a commotion in the town, and a couple of hundred persons soon assembled, including Urban District councillors and officials. The lessons to the fire brigade Jvill be useful, showing a more central position than North Road is required for the keeping of the appliances, also a better signal for call- ing the members when a fire happens, as not all of them heard the fire bell on Tues- day night. The chief officials ought cer- tainly be in direct communication with the alarm. The outbreak is thought to be the using of the shed to smoke or dry some fish. Saw- I dust had been burnt there on Monday, and probably fire was dormant all the time until fanned by the strong wind blowing on Tues- day, when it burst into a blaze. FISH NOTES. Ten steamers landed on Monday, having 160 kits of hake, and 700 packages of mixed. Brisk demand, and prices high. Hake 65s. per kit, rays 30s., cod 45s., ling 16s., whiting 16s., bream 18s., and conger 40s. per package. On Tuesday only three steamers arrived with 80 kits of hake, and very little mixed. Prices increased in value, and remained at a high level for next two days. Six steamers landed on Wednesday 70 kits of hake, and 370 mixed. One liner landed 40 boxes of conger. Eleven steamers discharged on Thursday 100 kits of hake, and 600 mixed. Keen de- mand from London made prices very high. Hake making P,4 per kit. Other prices as follows:—Conger 45s., magtrims 36s., had- dock 36s., bream 22s., rays 40s., ling 26s., whiting 26s., soles £10 15s. per package. Cod and place very scarce. FORMATION OR RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB. A meeting took place on Thursday even- ing, at the Temperance Hall, with the ob- ject of forming a Rugby Football Club in the town. The chair was occupied by Mr. F. J. Hack. It was resolved to form a club under the name of Milford Haven Rugby Football Club. Subscription for members to be 5s., but playing members of the team 2s. 6d. The following officers were elected: President, Mr. J. Jones; vice-president, Mr. E. Kinnard; captain, Mr. Arthur Harries; committee, Messrs. W. H. East, H. Raciley, A. J. Rust, W. Caisley, F. J. Heck, W. How- lett, G. P. Eynon, and R. White. The secretaryship was left over pending the decision of Mr. C. Thomas, who has been requested to act in that. capacity. The first committee meeting will be held on Monday ebening, at Mr. A. J. Rust's, Victoria Road. TABERNACLE ANNUAL CONGREGA- TIONAL CONCERT. The annual concert took place at the Con- gregational Chapel on Thursday, when the Rev. W. Joseph presided over a good gather- ing. The following programme was gone through, and much appreciated. Mr. J. Francis deserves credit for the trouble taken in training the choir to such excellence. The Rev. Fred Williams acted as accom- panist in a most efficient manner. Pro- gramme :— Pianoforte solo, Rev. F. D. Williams; chorus, Halleujah, Thou crownest the year," Choir; recitation, "Have you seen my dolly," Ivy Thomas; solo, "The blind girl to her harp," Miss Wilks; recitation, "He didn't think," Derwent Cole; solo, "The star of Bethlehem," Mr. Ashton Cole; solo, "The white squall," Mr. W. J. Jenkins; recitation, Grandpapa's spectacles," Lily Day; solo, "The heavenly song," Miss Jones; recitation, Trouble in the amen corner," Eira Francis; solo, "Queen of the earth," Mr. Ashton Cole; recitation, "When Santa Claus forgets," Eric Joseph; solo, "Lead tliou me on," Miss Howells; recitation, "The children's hour," Elsie Cole; violin solo, Master Harold Lewis; recitation, "The in- ventor's wife," Alice Walters; chorus, "Exulting Angels," Choir; dialogue, "Alex- ander the Great," Sarah Kelly and Alice Hire; solo, "My home," Mr. W. G. David; recitation, "Dolly's mishap," Muriel Gar- rett; solo, "Abide with me," Miss Wilks; recitation, "Selling the baby," Nan Ritchie; solo, "The holy city," Mr. W. J. Jenkins; recitation, "Psalm of life," Olive Thomas; mandoline solo, "A dream of Paradise," Miss Howell; recitation, One of the heroes," Clara Davies; recitation, "Bond of silence," Mrs. G. Cole; chorus, "Worthy is the Lamb," Choir. TABERNACLE CONGREGATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL. ANNIVERSARY SERVICES.—Special sermons were preached last Sunday, in connection with abova services at the Congregational Church morning and evening by the Rev. J. Lloyd Williams, B.A., of Tenby. The sermon in the morning was taken from Proverb 22nd chapter 6 verse. Train up a child in the way he should go." The preacher said this is one of the wise sayings of the ancients that never become stale and never grow old. The jewish nation paid great attention to child life. He believed that will power could by the Grace of God over come hereditary influence. Every- parent should give their child good soil and atmosphere and give them a spiritual bais. Training is something more than education and J instruction. John Wesley would never have become the power in the land he did, but for his saintly and persevering mother. Many parents a c; ontent if their children are no worse than I Br e/ h ive been, but this will uot lesson the sin ] sight of God. We isolate cases of contagious kel diseases so that the healthy bodies should We Qj guard our children from the disease of sin and ( uncleanness. The sermon was full of encourage- po ment to the Sunday School teacher shewing tne He importance of early influencing the young mind, towards a righteous life. According to cusLom Al all the Free Church Sunday School, of the town assembled at the Tabernacle Chapel when the an united schools were addressed by Mr 1). G. Jones. H The subject taken was Joseph's coat of many colours all Biblical characters were chiefly M associated in child life with one particular object and Noah would always be a graat man with the — youthful mind until you knocked the bottom out PI of the ark. Joseph was not the only one however who had a coat of many ealours. Many pro- 1. fessiog Christians had a sneaking regard for a j patch work garment that could be put on when i occasion warranted. The address watsfuiloftp, j humour 11.180 replete with local and up-to-date p, allusions. In the eve:.ing the Rev. J. Lloyd William", took for his fir-t text, Galatians ,J( Gth chapter 2nd ver.-e Bear ye on." anothers Jf burdens" and the 5th verse "for every man shall bear his own burden." A-t T tirst sight these two commands seemed 3, at variance, but he would shew they were resting upon each other.-Eyery soldier must p carry his own kit. Each individual must carve A his own career and construct his own character— Nobu.den is imposed beyond our strength and H the possession of a burden implies a responsibility H and the possession of a talent necessary to bear thchurdcn. Bearing our own burdene qualify as to heartbe burdens of others. God knows the R bearer and burden at'.d each one pets the burden he is most fitted to hear. We must hear our own p burdens w;) may bear the burdens of others,—" If YOll want to be happy do a, kindness to someone d everyday was a splendid maxim. If yon only do E a kindness to one person you can never tell how far-reaching it may be in its result.—In conclusion J, the preacher earnestly appealed to bi> hearers to 1< l?escue the perishing, care for the dying, snatch them in pity from sin and the grays." The dis- J course was listened to with rapt attention by a c large congregation. The services throughout the day were most enjoyable and successful, the sing- o ing being much appreciated. Mr J. Francis acted 3 as conductor, wlnist Mr A. J. Tilbrook presided at the orgaa throughout the day. ( — I

NARBERTH. A new organ has been erected in Bethesda Baptist Cbapel, Narberth. and it was opened on Fridav evening with a recital by Mr W. B. Nield, 1 of Llanelly. VocalistsMiss Cissy Williams, • A R.C.M., Llanelly, Miss Ethel Thomas, Llanelly, and Mr G. T. Llewellyn, Port Talbot. [ THE COUNCIL AND THE GAS COMPANY. A special meeting of the Narberth LTban District Council was held on Tuesday even- ing, at the Old Town Hall, for the considera- tion of a letter from Mr. W. LI. Jones, the manager of the Gas Works, asking for per- k mission to open the concrete opposite Mr. Griffiths' house in Plaindealings Road, to 2 lay gas ser'ice. The Highways Committee • had considered the matter, and recommended that the application be refused. It was sug- gested that the company might tunnel underneath the concrete and not cut it. I The Gas Company's workmen had actually 3 been engaged in cutting across the road when the Surveyor, on learning their intention • to open the concrete, had served a written 1 notice not to proceed with the work.—The matter was deferred until the next meeting of the Council.

8 POLICE COURT. YESTERDAY.—Before Mr. H. Allen, Dr. Lawrence, and Mr. G. P. Brewer. James Thomas John, of Panteg, Llandewy a Velfrey, farmer, summoned Thomas Davies, e of Cwm-le-frith, Llandewy, for trespassing a in pursuit of game. f Mr. T. B. Mathias appeared for the defen- dant, Complainant said that at 2.30 p.m. on tre 26th November last, he saw the de- e fendant carrying a gun, first on Cwm-le-ffrith :1 land, and then he got on to Panteg land into j a. wood. He only had a gun in his hand, and did not shoot at anything. s Cross-examined: He was 500 yards away when he first saw him. Baughar John, brother of complainant, corroborated. Cross-examined: He and his brother were 100 yards away when they first saw defen- dant. j The defendant, Thomas Davies, stated that 1 he had, after dinner, on the 26th November, gone down to close gaps in the division be- tween Cwm-le-ffrith field and the plantation on Panteg. He had witr him a pick and a hook, and no gun. He was in the plantation y from ten to fifteen minutes, and saw the o witness Vaughan John, who did not speak to him. Complainant always tried to pick y a quarrel. 5 William Richards, step-father to defen- i dant, was called, and said he was away from home on November 26th. The evidence £ was, therefore, not- proceeded with, and the defendant was fined 5s. and costs. i

1 Narberth Christmas Show. II A HUGE SUCCESS. DOGS-OPEX. For the cleanest washed dog— 1, Mrs E. 0. Price, Narberth. Setter or pointer, dog or bitch—1 Morgan Jones, LIanmiloe 2, W. Bowen Davies, Neath 3, T. H. Griffiths, Blaenmarials. Greyhound, dog or bitch—1, G. Rogers, Sanndersfoot; 2, Thomas Griffiths, Pembroke 3, A. Beddoe, Saundersfoot. Spaniel (Field or Cocker), dog or bitch-I, A. Thomas, Brownslade, Pembroke; 2, S. Leaky, Redclifl, Melyn, Neath 3, Agnes Griffiths, 9, Esplanade, Tenby. Fox Terrier (smooth), dog or bitch-I, Henry Rees, Springfield, Haverfordwest; 2, John Hay, Pembroke; 3, Robert Wiltshire, The Hayes Cardiff. Fox Terrier (Wire-haired), dog or bitch—1, W. H. Rogers, Speculation, Hundleton; 2, Henry I Rees, Springfield, Haverfordwest; 3, John Hay, Pembroke. Welsh Terrier, dog or bitch—1, John Hay, I Pembroke 2, J. F. Hitcbings, Pembroke Dock 3, W. G. Eaton Evans, Avallanau, Haverfordwest. Collie (rough or smooth), dog or bitch—1, Henry Rees; 2, S. W. Phillips, Haverfordwest; 3, A. E. Beddoe, Saundersfoot. Any other breed not mentioned, dog or bitch- 1, Henry Rees 2, Miss Agnes Griffiths, Tenby; 3, Bowler and White, Haverfordwest. Selling, any breed (price not exceed £5), dog er bitch-1, Henry Rees; 2, A. E. Boddoe, Saunners- foot; 3, John Hay, Pembroke. DOGS-PUPPIES. Sporting Puppy (terriers excluded)—1, Wm. Smith, Tenby 2, Morgan Jones, Llanmiloe 3, R. H. Farley, High Street., Tenby. Terrier and non-sporting puppyy, J. F. Hitchings, Pembroke Dock 3, Henry Rees. DOGS-LOCAL. Sporting other than terrier, dog or bitch—1, A. E. Beddoe, Saundersfoot; 2, Agness Griffiths, Tenby; 3, Henry Lawrence, Narberth. Terrier and non-sporting (not sheep dog), dog or bitch-I, John Hay, Pembroke 2, Henry Bees 3, J. F. Hitchings. Sheep Dog, any variety dog or bitch-2, A. E. Beddoe, Saundersfoot. 3, Mrs O. Price, Narberth. Sporting Puppy (Terriers excluded), dog or bitch—1, H. R. Shield, Parcglas 2, W. J. Beddoe, Saundersfoot; 3, Hugh H. Gibbon, Cilrath. Terrier and non-sporting, dog or bitch-1, H. Rees, Haverfordwest; 2, J. F. Hitcuings, Pem- broke 3, W. G. Eaton Evans. LIVE POULTRY. Dorking, cock or cockerel—1, James Price, Pembroke. Dorking, hen or pullet—1, John Lloyd, Car- marthen 2, G. W. Jones, Pembroke Dock. Minorca or Spanish, cock or cockerel-1, Messrs Griffiths Bros., Pembroke; 2, Evan James Rees, Pembroke Dock; 3, Bufton, Llandrindod WellS. Minorca or Spanish, hen or pullet—1, J. Challinor, Sproston Groen, nr Holmes Chapel; 2, Griffiths Bros., Pembroke; 3, H. Roberts, Pwllheli, N. Wales. Plymouth Rock, cock or cockerel—1, R. W. Birchenall, Manchester; 2, W. Hinds. Tryllwyd, Abergwili; 3, J. Edwards, Pennar. Plymouth Rock, hen or pullet—1, R. W. Birchenall; 2, Mrs Ada Davies, Aborgwili; 3, J. H. Way, Pembroke Dock. Brown Leghorn, cock or cockerel—1, Ernest LI. Simon, Pembroke; 2, R. W. Birchenall; 2, J. Phillips, Llanelly. Brown Leghorn, ben or pallet—1, R. W. Birchenall. Mawhp.ster 2- and ft. F- (1. "P.dwrnrrlH Pembroke. Leghorn, any other colour, cock or cockerel—1, Thomas Rees, Burry Port; 2, A. E. Gadd, Tenby 3, D. A. Williams, Pembroke Dock. Leghorn, any other colour, hen or pullet-2, D. A. Williams, Pembroke Dock. Buff Orpington, cock or cockerel-2, R. W. Birchenall 3, George Gibbon. Buff Orpington, hen or pullet—1, R. W. Birchenall; 2, G, R. James, Clarbeston road 3, H. Roberts, Pwllheli. Orpington, any other celour, cock or cockerel— I, R. W. Biachenall; 2, Daniel Rees, Pencader; 3, H. Rees, Haverfordwest. Orpington, any other colour, hen or pnllet-l Daniel Rees, Pencader 2, R. W, Birchenall; 3, W. J. Bloodworth, Dursley. Game, or variety, cock or cockerel-2, Walter Jones, Llanelly; 8, P. Pendry, Ferndale. Game, any variety, hen or pullet-2, F. Randell Kidwelly 3, P. Peudry, Indian Game, cock or cockerel—1, R Williams, urry Port; 2, Sergt Thomas, Narberth. Indian game, hen or pullet—1, G. CollinB, 3rth 2, Alec Hyslop, Llangollen; 3, David j, aiffiths, Narberth. j Game Bautam, cock or cockerel—1 B R Rowe, | orthcawl; 2,Sergt. Thomas, Narberth 3, John ^ay, Pembroke. Game Bantam, lien or pullet—1, B R Rowe lec Hyslop 3, Sergt. Thomas.. Bantam, any other variety, cock or cockerel-I, nd 3, W H Lane, Narberth; 2, H Hopkins, ilandilo. Bantam, any other variety, hen or pullet—1, liss N Hyslop; 2, R J Llewellyn, Neath- & Any other breed not mentioned, cock or cockerel i -1, R W Birchenall, Heaton Park 2, J H Way, 'embroke Dock 3, Alec Hyslop. Any other breed not mentioned, hen or pulIet- John Hay, Pembroke Dock R W Birchenall J Phillips, Pennar. # Any variety selling, cock or cockerel-I, J Price, embroke; 3, R Birchenall; 3, J Edwards, Pennar. Any variety selling, hen or pullet—1, G W rones, Pembroke Dock; 2, 2 R Birchenall; 3, j rack Williams, Pembroke. Any variety (local), cock cockerel—1, Arthur E riiomas, Narberth 2, Sydney Peters, Narberth, i, John Rees, Robeston. Any variety (local), hen or pullet—1, Savage & Pricc, Narberth 2, Sergt. Thomas, Narberth 3, k. E Thomas, Narberth. Any variety pure breed, drake or duck—1, Earries Bros., Abergwili; 2, Savage & Price; 3, Llachel Jones, Pencader. PIGEONS. Fantail, cock or hen—1, it 2, Trestrail Sc Cocks, k Redruth 3, J H Houghton, Maindee. Magpie (black), cock or hen—1 & 3, A W Palmer, Tenby 2, A E Lawrence, Hereford. Tumbler, cock or hen—1, F Beard, Llandrin- f" 3od Wells; 2, L Rawnesley, Manchester; 3, Job ► E Hugh, Tenby. V Homer, Show, cock or hen — 1, J H HoughtoL Maindee; 2, C J Hoffman, Tenby; 3, L Rawnes ley, Manchester. Homer, Working (bred in 1906), cock or hen—1, J Morgan, Cambridge; 2, L Rawnesley, Man- chester 3, L Dyer, Abertillery. Homer Working, (bred previous to 1906), cock or hcn-I, J Morgan, Camridge; 2, L Rawnsley 3, Savage & Price. Any other breed, Cock or Hen-I, R. Morgan, Cambridge; 2, C. Farley, Te«,by 3, J. H. Houghton, Maiudee. Any distinct breed (local) Cock or Hen—2, Savage & Price. Narberth; 8, J. E. Lewis. Narberth. CAGE BIRDS. Norwich Plain Head, Clear yellow or buff—1, Edwin James, Abergwynfi; 2, H. John, Haver. ford west; 3, B. R. Davies, Narberth. Norwich Plain Head, ticked or variegated-2, J H. Mathews, Tenby 3, B. R. Davies, Narbertb, Yorkshire, Clear yellow or bnff—1, and 2, T. Williams, Llanelly. i. A. J. Martin, Bristol. Yorkshire, Tickeaot variegated—2. T.Williams 3, J. H. Mathews. Dark Mule—1, James Eynon Narberth 2, Owen Bros., Greenway; 3, Mrs T. W. Richards, Narberth. British Goldfinch—1, T. W. Richards; 2, W A. Jenkins, H-west; 3, T. W. Richards. Any variety small British Bird, not larger the a Lark, (Lark included)—1, Thomas Davies, Nai berth 2, and 3, T. W. Richards, Narberth. Any variety Larger British Bird—3, J. 5 H.John, Tenby. f Selling, Canary, any variety, price not to I exceed 7s Gd-Robert Thomas, Pencoed. Selling, any other variety Cage Bird, 7s 6d-2, Thomas Davies, Narberth; 3, David Griffiths, N arberth, Canary, any variety (local)-l, and 2, B. R. Davies; 3, Luther Davies. CATS & RABBITS. Long-hair Cat—LI. Griffiths, Narberth 2, T. W. Richards. » Short-hair Cat,—1, and 2, David Phillips Narbertb 3, Miss Benny, Narberth. Any variety Tame Rabbit—1, Thomas Hay, Pembroke 2, Summerfield & Nunn, Swansea 8, Lowson Frost. Saundersfoot. DEAD AND TRUSSED. Fat Turkey—1, Miss K. D. Evans, Haver- fordwest. Fat Goose—1, Miss K. D. Evans, Haverfordweat Pair of Fat Ducks—2, Mrs Wyndham Pike, High Toch Farm. Pair of Fat Powls-1, Mrs W. Pike, High Toch DAIRY PRODUCE. Tub or Pot of Butter—1, Mrs Phillips, Red Roses. EGGS. 12 White Eggs—1, Mrs Phillips, Llandewi. 12 Brown Eggs-1, D. Edwards, Brynderwen. CORN AND ROOTS. Bushel of Barley-I, J. George, Rboshill; 2, T. Howells, East Atheston. Bushel of Black Tartarian Oats—1, T. Howells, » East Atheston 2, J. George. Rhoshill. i Bushel of Wheat—1, T. Howells, East Atheston; 1 2, J. George, Rhoshill. 12 Swedes-1, Mr Merriman, Mauorbier, 2, B. Thomas, Llanddowror. 12 Mangolds—1, W. Prout, Martletwy 2, G. Gibbon, Narberth. GARDEN PRODUCE. 12 White Round Potatoes—1, A. Thomas, Llandewi 2, W. Davidson, Lampeter 3, H. Overt*in, Tenby. 12 Coloured Round Potatoes—1, A. Thomas, Llandewi 2. J. Killa, Templeton. 12 White Kidney Potatoes—1, W. Davidson, Lampeter 2, A. Thomas, Llandewi 3, D. Jones, Saundersfoot. 12 Coloured Kidney Potatoes—1, W. Davidson Lampeter 2, A. Thomas, Llandewi. I 12 Heaviest Potatoes, any one variety-I, J. George, Rhoshill 2, James Killa, Templeton; 3, Savage & Price, Narberth. 6 Potato Onions (Spring Sown)-I, G. P. Phillips, Haverfordwest. i 6 Seed Onions (Spring Sown)—1, Thomas Jones, i Tenby 2, A. Thomas, Llandewi 3, Benjamin Thomas, Llandowror. 12 Shallots (Spring Sown)-I, W. A. Jenkins, Haverfordwest 2, Thomas Jones, Tenby 3, C. Davies, Saundersfoot. 6 Leeks—1, A Thomas, Llandewi 2, & 3, James Eynon, Narberth. t 6 Carrots—1, & 2, J John, Robeston 3, J Eyuon, Narberth. J 6 Parsnips-I, J Eynon, Narberth 2, J John, Robest. n J Rees, Robeston. 6 Beet Root—1, W Davidson, Lampeter Velfrey; 2, W Jones, Saundersfoot 3, D Thomas, Robeston. 3 Sticks of Celery-1, D Thomas, Robeston 2' J Rees, Robeston. 6 Dessert Apples—1, & 2, J Rees, Robeston 3, W A Jenkins, Haverfordwest. 6 Cooking Apples-1, & 2, Mrs J Rees, Robeston 3, W Davidson, Lampeter. 6 Pears-1, & 2, J John, Robeston.

Pembroke Fat Stock Show. RECORD ENTRIES AND ATTENDANCE. I The annual show of the Pembrokeshire Fat Stock Society was held on Monday in the Market Hall, Pembroke. It was one of the largest snows as regards entries and attendance, held within (t recent years. The judges wereCattle and sheep, Mr Morgan, Tonypandy, and Mr Tom Bowen, High Street, Swansea reots, Mr W. Evans, New Inn, Tenby. The secretrry was Mr W. Hitchings. Awards :— Steer, under four years old—1st, Chas. Mathias, Lamphty Court; 2nd, Earl Cawdor. Heifer, under four years old-1st, —. James, Tatbenny; 2nd, Charles Mathias. Fat cow the property of a tenant farmer—1st, John Morris, Brownslade 2nd, Thomas Russell, Yerbeston. Fat cow, open to all members of the club—1st ana 2nd, Earl Cawdor. Black beast, of Castlemartin breed, under four years 1st, Mrs Jane Morris, Chapel Farm 2nd. John Morris, Brownslade. Steer or heifer, under two years, the property of a tenant farmer or tradesman—1st, J. Morris, Brownslade, 2nd, J. W. Canton, Nolton Haven. Heifer or steer, under three years-ist, Charle? Matbitu 2nd and 3rd, Earl Cawdor. Fat steer or heifer, under fonr years old the property of a tenant farmer or tradesman residing in the Castlemartin Hundred 1st, Mrs Morris, Chapel Farm 2nd, — Morris, Brownslade. Fat steer or heifer, under two years and six months, the property of a tenant farmer or trades man residing in the Castlemartin Hundred—1st, J. Morris; 2nd, and 3rd, —. Russell, Yerbeston. Steer or heifer under three years 1st. Charles Mathias 2nd, and 3rd Earl Cawdor. Best and largest entry of animals from the same breeder and feeder, open to tenant farmers only; 1st, J. Morris, Brownslade; 2nd, Mrs Morris, Chapel Farm. Cake manufacturers' prizes—Morris, Brown- slade; Rowe, Washfield Thomas Williams, Wedlock — Russel, Yerbeston Earl Cawdor —. James, Talbenny; and Mrs Morris, Chapel Farm. Three fat Jambs-1st, Mrs Jane Morris, Chapel Farm 2nd, B. G. Roberts, Lyserry. Three fat lambs (special) 1st, Mrs Jane Morris, Chapel Farm 2nd, Morris, Ashdale. Twelve swedes 1st, John Morris, Brownslate 2nd, J. Richards, Trenorgan. Twelve mangles 1st. Earl Cawdor 2nd, Major Wynne, Mellaston. Twelve swedes: Morris, Brownslate.

DEATH OF THE :HIEF CONSTABLE. We regret to have to record the death of the Chief Constable, which transpired at his residence, St. Martin's House, Haver- fordwest, about half past nine this morning. The immediate cause of death was brain fever. About a year ago the late gentleman met with an accident in the hunting field, from which he never fully recovered, al- though he continued to discharge- his official duties as usual. Last Friday week, however, he was taken suddenly ill at the Albany Bazaar, but apparently recovered again, and I was about the next day. Yesterday, how- ever, he was suddenly taken worse, and des- pite unremitting attention gradually sank, and succumbed this morning, as stated. The late Thomas Ince Webb-Bowen, who was widely respected and esteemed, was ap- pointed chief constable for the county twenty-seven years ago, having previously been an ofl^per in the Militia. He was a member of an old county family. His father was the Vicar of Camrose, and he was one of a number of brothers who distinguished themselves in various walks of life. The late Chief Constable was martied three times, ajad leaves a widow, two sons and two daughters to mourn his loss. He was an ideal Chief Constable, possessing all the essential qualifications, and extremely popular with all ranks of the service. The deceased gentleman was 69 years of age.