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Lord Robertsat Newport
Lord Robertsat Newport OPENING OF A MILITARY BAZAAR. Reception of the Hero of Candahar and Presentation of an Address of Welcome. The grand military bazaar in aid of the funds of the 2nd Volunteer Battalion South Wales Borderers (Colonel R. H. Mansel commanding) was opened at the Drill-hall. Stow-hill, New- port, on Tuesday, amid every promise of a "big success. The opening ceremony was per- formed by General Lord Roberts of Candahar. whose visit to the town aroused the greatest interest. The bazaar will remain open three days, and the opening ceremony to-day (Wednesday) will be performed by Lady Llau- pttook, and on Thursday by Lady Grenfell. OBJECT OF THE BAZAAR. The bazaar has been organised for a double sbjeot, viz., to raise funds for liquidating the debt upon the Drill-hall, and, secondly, for providing the wherewithal to secure a new and more accessible rifle range. The new Drill-hall is really not a new building, but was purchased by the officers of the regiment from the Albert- liall Company some few years ago. The need of more commodious Pitd central premises than those which had housed the battalion in former years at Dock-street had pressed itself upon the attention of the officers for a long time, and when the Albert-hall, in Stow-hill ■{a remarkablely nne building, originally de- signed as a cencert-room) was placed in the market, the battalion seized the opportunity and made; as was generally admitted, a very excellent bargain. The main hall, with ant<) rooms and the usual accessories, was built at -a cost of JB12,000, and to have secured it for a "alum of JB2,500 is ample proof that the leaders of the citizen army do not obliterate all com- mercial instincts by their military pursuits. There were no funds in hand to pay the pur- chase money, but the whole sum was raised by mortgage, the officers becoming personally liable for.j:he sum. The bazaar is intended to raise funds for relieving the officers of this burden. DESCRIPTION OF THE HALL. For Hie purposes of the bazaar the Drill-hall has been transformed, by scenic eifecta, into a -street in Cairo, in British occupation. Con- sidering the difficulties of the position, Mr. Bridges* of King's Lynn, who was entrusted with the work, has carried out the details of the main idea with excellent taste and effect. In the fore-front the visitor sees the rows of fortifications, and in the background rise to view the mosques and minarets and the dwellings of the Egyptians. The entrance gate of Cairo was shown at the usual entrance to the hall from Stow-hill, and on either side of the orchestra there rose a series of watoh towers, behind which was fitted an Egyptian tent, in which Leillah, who has just completed a twelve months' engagement at Cardiff, performed some astonishingly dexterous palmistry and character delineation. The stalls are all of the same Egyptian style. Fancy and other basket work was sold by Lady Llangattock, Lady Grenfell, and Mrs. Kemeya Tynte; the Oriental and mixed stall was in charge of Mrs. Mansel, Lady Hills-Johnes, Mrs. Hills-Johnes, Miss Man- sel, Miss Cliffe Hatch, and Miss Irene Paulet. The "Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe" sold ehina and art embroidery, &e. She had a numerous following, including Mrs. Arthur Evans, the Hon. Mrs. Charles Dutton, Miss Dutton, Misw Prothero, Mrs. Herbert Cory, Miss Florence Cory, and Miss Florence Prothero. Toys and pot- pourri were dispensed by Mrs- Edmund Watts and Mrs. E. Lyne. The flower and scent divan was run by Mrs. J. A. Muller, Mrs. C. W. E. Marshy Mi.s G. Cullum, Miss Jen- kins. and Miss F. Taylor; the refreshment buffet was presided over by Mrs. D. W- Jen- kins, Mrs. Hopton Addams-Williams, Mrs. Sandford,- and Mrs. W. E. Morris. The officers' stall had Mrs. Charles Smith, Mrs. Birrell. Mrs. Pendery, Miss H- Cullum, and Miss Gueret as presiding deities, whilst the .sergeants' stall was ably superintended by Mrs. W. Jesseman, Mrs. G. A. Parfitt- Mrs. F. J. Richards, Mrs. G. Stevens, Miss Ivins, Miss V. C. Jesseman, Miss Nellie Richards, and -Miss Williams. The witch's cauldron was not so very uncanny with Mrs. Smyly presiding over ¡the sales of useful goods knitted by Iris1., peasantry. Captain Pendery had charge of the parcel stall, his lady assistants beincjMrs. J. A. Shepard, Mrs. E. H. Davies. Mrs. J. C. Llewellin, and Mrs. C. H. Tippett. A large number of concerts and side shows of irreat v;wietv were arranged in various ante- rnolfts. Mr. Percival Hart had on view water-o^Ioiir sketches of Norwegian and Cor- nish scenery; variety entertainments were given by Miss Mansel, Miss Ada Mansel, and Mdlle. Lisa Dorisi; vocal concerts were given by a number of artistes, including Miss Heitz- man, MM. Muller. Miss Miller, Mrs. Smyly, Miss Humphreys, Miss 'Bertha Davies, Captain H. D. Yorath, Mr. W. J. Townsend Collins, and Mr. Bert Lewis; "Hamlet" in ten minutes (as Shakspeare never wrote it and never intended it should be played) was represented br Lieutenant LI J. Phillips, Captain C. H. Tippett, Captain H. D. "iorath, Lieutenant W. E Morris, Mr. L. Foster Stedman, Mr. FrecL Gardner, Mr. E. De V. Brewer. Miss L. gtrangeways Jones, Mrs. Dudlev Jenkins, and a distinguished actor." Mr. D.*E. Htrmphreve waa stage manager. Miss Hoggarth, of Car- diff, gave an exhibition (arranged by Miss Day) of skirt and serpe,n-tine dancing, which proved to be one of the most successful attractions of the bazaar. The ever-grpm "Punch and Judy" show was given by Mr. T. C. Cross, whilst in addition to whimsical and comical lectures and marionette entertainments, a museum of military curiosities was organised from speci- mens kindly lent by Trooper F. E. Wade (late Pembrokeshire Yeomanry and 19th Hussars), Mr. S. Dean (West-gate Hotel), and others. Amongst others who assisted the bazaar were Messrs. Thompson and Shnrkell. who lent pianos free, and the Harden Star Grenade Com- pany. who gratuitously supplied hand gra-nades and fire extinguishing appliances. Hie bazaar arrangements were made by a strong commit- tee of the battalion, but the brunt of the work fell upon the hon. secretary (Captain C. H. Smith), wlio deserves most honourable mention. if not, indeed, a Victoria Cross for his great tact, courage, and hard work. RECEPTION OF LORD ROBERTS AT THE TOWN-HALL. Shortly before noon General Lord Roberts was received at the Town-hall by the mayor and Corporation, and was presented with an address of welcome. His lordship, who was accom- panied by Lord Tredegar, Miss Roberts, and Lady Hills-Johnes, was escorted from Tredegar Park by the Monmouthshire Company of the Gloucester Yeomany Hussars tender the com- mand of Captain Arthur Evans), and awaiting his arrival at the Town-hall was a guard of honour composed of about 60 members of the 2nd Volunteer Battalion South Wales Borderers, who i The Bazaar, v — I c"" — were under the command of Captain Llewellyn and Lieutenant Moxon. The band of the battalion was also present. Perfect order was mamtained by a posse of police (under the com- mand of Head-constable Sinclair and Deputy- head-constable Winmill). A large crowd assembled in front of the Commercial-street entrance, and when Lord Roberts drove up there was some loud cheering. Entering the building, the gallant general proceeded te No. 1 Com- mittee-room, where all of the officers of the 2nd Battalion were presented to him, together with Colonel Ingram, V.D., Colonel Lalch, V.D., Major Thompson, V.D., and Colonel Cooke, V.D. PRESENTATION OF AN ADDRESS OF WELCOME. The party then proceeded to the council chamber, where Lord Roberts was received by the mayor and most of the members of the cor- poration. A large number of the general public -including a fair sprinkling of ladies—had assembled, and his lordship's entrance was the signal for an outburst of applause. Lord Trodegar, in introducing Lord Roberts to the mayor, said the Newport Corporation had a very old charter, and had had a large number of very distinguished gentlemen, but they had never had one more distinguished or more noble than Lord Roberts. The Mayor (Councillor F. Phillips), having shaken hands with Lord Roberts, said the borough councillors were glad of having the honour to offer to his lordship a very hearty welcome to Newport, and he had pleasure in informing him that at a special meeting of the council an address of welcome was cordially voted to his lordship. The Mayor then called upon the town-clerk (Mr. A. A. Newman) to read the address, which ran as follows To GENERAL THE RIGHT HONOURABLE LORD ROBERTS OF CANDAHAR, G.C.B., V.C. We, the mayor, aldermen, and burgesses of the county borough of Newport in council assembled, feel that we cannot allow the opportunity afforded by your lordship's presence in our town on the occasion of your so kindly eoaiiusc to open a bazaar in aid of the funds of a local Volunteer battalion to pass by without in some small measure formally recognising the honour conferred upon the town by your visit for such a purpose, and expressing our high admiration for the eminent qualities which have distinguished your military career. Your lordship's title will always serve to remind your countrymen of one great exploit of a British army under your command, but we yre not unmindful of your long experience and valuable services in con- nection with Indian military affairs generally. At the present time, when once again public atten- tion is directed towards the turbulent region of Afghanistan, the country turns with confidence to your lordship for enlightenment and counsel on this oft-recurring question, which statesmen and their military advisers have periodically to endeavour to solve. We earnestly hope that no serious troubles or dangers may arise in that quarter, and trust that you may long be spared to give your countrymen the benefit of your great knowledge and experience *f these difficult problems. Given under our common seal this 23rd day of October, 1894. (Signed) FREDERICK PHILLIPS, Mayor. ALBERT A. NEWMAN, Town-clerk. The address was, richly executed upon vellum, and was mounted upon yellow satin. It was the work of Mr. Richard Mullock, of Newport. Lord Roberts, upon rising to reply, was received with acclamation. After returning thanks for the honour conferred on him aaci expressing the great plea sure it was to him to come there, he said: This town and this county are, I believe, in England—nominally in England—but in all your sympathies and your traditions you are more closely allied to that Principality which Mr. Gladstone so happily described as "Gallant Little Wales." (Applause.) In speaking of his description, I did so lrGm the point of a soldier, and not from tha.t of a politician. No regiments are more distinguished in her Majesty's Army than the Royal Welsh Fusiliers, the South Wales Borderers, and the Welsh Regiment. (Applause.) We could not have prouder records to attest to than their past achievements. From the time that England first became a nation Welsh soldiers have dune good service in the Anny, and I need not remind you that ore of the ablest of the British com- manders was born in your county--I mean Harry of Monmouth. Since I came to Eng- land, after a lung sojourn abroad, I have ORI) ROBERTS. observed no depreciation in the fine, manly spirit which always characterised the British race, and the voluntary force which is now firmly established throughout the length and breadth of the land is a proof-if proof were needed—that, as inhabitants of this great and free country. we are determined not only to respect the rights of others, but to maintain our own. (Applause.) With regard to the Afghan question, gentlemen, to which you have referred, I can only say it is a. very difficult one, and I sincerely hope that its solution will not be long deferred. The last reports of the Ameer are favourable, and I earnestly trust that his valuable life may be spared for many years. Afghanistan, und&r a friendly ruler, is a guarantee of peace on the north-west frontier of India, and we can never allow Anarchy to be rife in that country; neither can we allow it to pass to the possesion Lord Roberts Opening the Bazaar. of any other Power. (Applause.) His lord- ship concluded by again thanking them for the honour they had done him. The mayor's youngest daughter then handed a. lovely bouquet of flowers to Miss Roberts, after which the company proceeded to the lun- cheon. THE LUNCHEON. A cold luncheon was provided in the Assembly-room, and was attended by about 170 persons. Colonel Mansel presided, and supporting him were Miss Roberts, Lord Tre- degar, Mrs. Mansel, Lord Roberts, Lady Llan- gattock, the High Sheriff of Monmouthshire, Lady Hills-Johnes, Brigadier-general Patton, Colonel Bromhead, C.B., and Airs. Bromhead, Lady Grenfell, Sir James Hills-Jolmes, the Hon. Mrs. Dutton, the Mayor of Newport, the Ven. Archdeacon Bruce, General Francis Gren- fell, Sir George Walker, Colonel and Mrs. Lyne, the Hon. and Mrs. Herbert, Major Fulton, Colonel and Mrs. Curre, Captain Smeaton, Major and Mrs. Downes, Colonel Burton, Colonel Wallis, Captain and Mrs. Travers, and nearly all of the officers of the Volunteer battalion. The luncheon was of a recherche character, and was provided by Dow- dall Bros. After luncheon the health of her Majesty ;he Qnet'n was cordially drank. The Chairman briefly proposed the health of Lord Roberts, Lady Roberts, and Miss Roberts.—The toast was enthusiastically re- ceived. Lord Roberts, in returning thanks, said it was always a pleasure to him to help Volun- teers on every occasion, and he was especially glad on the present occasion because he heard from all sides that the 2nd Volunteer Battalion South Wales Borderers were doing all they could to help themselves- (Applause.) The battalion, no doubt, had had certain advantap-es when it was first raised—men like Colonel the Hon. F. C. Morgan, M.P., Captain Homfray, and other;! being connected with it, <«nd, although som .3 of the gentlemen of position in the county, like Lord Tredegar—(applause)— did not aetuallv belong to it. they took the greatest interest in the battalion, and did all they could for it. But, with all these advan- tages. the battalion would not be so efficient as lie heard it was if all ranks had not willingly attended the brigade camps which took place annually, and thus availed themselves of the admirable training which they received from the able and energetic commander of the Severn Volunteer Infantry. (Applause.) He Was told that Brigadier-general Patton had made these camps so interesting and so instructive that all ranks of the Volunteer Battalion were anxious to go there. (Applause) He hoped that feeling would long continue, and that the men-timers of the 2nd Volunteer Battalion South Wales Borderers would do all they could to make themselves efficient, and so prove them- selves worthy of the town and county to which thev belonged. (Applause.) Upon the proposition of Lord Roberts, a hearty vote of thanks was passed to Colonel Mansel and the officers of the battalion, and Colonel Mansel briefly responded. OPENING THE BAZAAR. When the bazaar was opened the Drill-hall was crowded with a large and fashionable InL gatherinsr. Lord Roberts, who was received with much enthusiasm, said when Colonel Mansel first asked him to open the bazaar lie did not readily respond, not from any want of interest in a scheme in aid of the Volunteer corps, for no one could be more anxious than lie to do all he could for a cause in which he had always taken and always would take a deep interest—(ap- plause)—and which tie regarded as a most valuable addition to the military forces of the Empire, but it seemed to him that the bazaar was more likely to be a success if the duty were performed by someone of position in the county, who might be acquainted or connected with the 2nd Volunteer Battalion of the South Wales Borderers, and who would be better able than he to explain the objects of the bazaar, and thus arouse their sympathies on its behalf. But he most gladly agreed to come to Newport, For he considered it to be the duty of every officer of the Regular Army to do all 'n his power to encourage the Volunteer movement. Apnlause.) Continuing, Lord Roberts said England's firet interest is the Navy, and I sincerely hope that no doubt will ever be '(1Üed as to the vital importance of England's Navy being sirong and powerful enough, not ■>n]y to defend the shores of the United Kingdom, but to protect commerce in all jarts of the world. (Hear, hear.) But in i.ddition to the Navy, England must have an Amy. The duty of the Army. like that )f the sister service, is dual. It has first o be able to repel invasion, and, secondly, o secure the safety of our Indian and Colonial jos.ses«ions. For this latter duty we must rust altogether to the Regular Army. But ] hat Army is not numerically strong enough o iT-d^rtake to perform that duty, and. ven with the assistance of the Yeomanry 1Hl Military, to undertake entirely the land lefence of the United Kingdom, and we nay be sure that if ever this country is breatcned by a foreign Power attacks will J imultaneouslv Ix, made on some or other of J cur foreign possessions. It is on such an occasion as I am now contemplating that the value of the Volunteer Force will be felt and appreciated, and if ever such an eventuality were to occur England would be in 3 sorry plight without her Volunteers, and would bitterly repent lost opportunities for foster- ing that spirit which, induces our fellow- countrymen to become Volunteers. Applause.) For Volunteers do not ask for much in return. They could hardly be expected to do every- thing for themselves. They cost the State very little, and in return for the money spent upon. them they willingly devote a consider- able portion of their leisure time to learning their duty as soldiers. I have been much gratified and delighted to see the keennfcsi displayed by all ranks of Volunteers to hpcou.e efficient. To be efficient, two things an. necessary. They must have a little drill, and they ought to be able to ehoot well with the rifle. And one of the objects of this bazaar is to provide funds to meet the expenses in- curred in providing this Drill-hall—the suita- bility of which you can judge for yourselves. (Applause.) But there is another object, and a more important one, and that is a rifle range. (Applause.) I have had a good deal to do with musketry in the Army, and from my ex- perience I know that no body of men, however zealous and intelligent they may be, can ever hope to excel as rifle shots without constant practice, and constant practice is impossible un- less the rifle range is situated at a convenient distance from the men's homes. I learn that the rifle range of the 2nd V.B. South Wales Borderers is eight miles awav—six and a half miles by rail, and one and a. half miles up a steep mountain. The result is that the men seldom go there, unless they are obliged to do so. I also learn from the colonel that within reasonable distance from Newport. there are one or two sites which would answer extremely well if funds were forthcoming to buy them. Let me express the hope that you will spend your rncmev to-day and during the next two days in purchasing those useful and ornamental articles which are here being provided, and by so doing enable the battalion, not only to pay the expenses of this very fine Drill-hall, but to provide it also with a rifle range, to which the men can go constantly for practice, and enable them to become those first-class shots which I am sure every man in Newport and Monmouth- shire would wish the men of the 2nd V.B. South Wales Borderers to bo. (Applause.) The Hon. Miss Roberts then. formally declared the bazaar open in a few well-chosen, words, and Colonel Mansel briefly thanked T.ord Roberts and Miss Roberts for attending. Selling immediately commenced, and business appeared to be brisk.
LOCAL AMUSEMENTS.
LOCAL AMUSEMENTS. NEW THEATRE, SWANSEA. In the great drama No Man's Land," at the New Theatre, Swansea, this week Miss Ida Millais, the leading actress, makes a most sensational dive into the water. On Monday night this bit of realism created a good deal of excitement. The play, however, does not depend upon this one scene. It is interesting all through, is well played, and its scenery and mechanical effects are remarkably good. TO-NIGHT'S CONCERT AT NEWPORT. Lovers of high-class music-and their name is legion-should not miss the opportunity of enjoying the rich treat which will be provided at the Temperance-hall, Newport, this (Wednes- day) evening by Mr. Haydn Evans' Cambro- American Concert Company. When the Welsh Ladies' Choir were in America great kindness was shown them by Mr. Haydn Evans and his party, and in securing their services for a farewell concert at Newport Miss M. Driscoll, R.A.M., a member of the choir, is not only instrumental in providing a musical treat which Newportonians seldom have the oppor- tunity of enjoying, but is conferring upon the American party a return compliment. The concert will be under the patronage of Lord Tredegar and party, the Mayor and Mayoress of Newport, Colonel the Hon. F. C. Morgan, M.P., Dr. Joseph Parry, the Hon. Anthony Howell, United States Consul at Cardiff; Mr. W E. Heard, United States Consul at Newport; the officers of the barracks and the local Volunteer Corps, and a large number of ladies and gentle- men from Cardiff and the district. The artistes, whose names will be found in our advertising columns, have. ca-ined great distinction in their own land, and it is only natural to supp. se that their ability will be appreciated in the Land of Song.
GRAND CONCERT ATSWANSEA.
GRAND CONCERT ATSWANSEA. On Monday evening a grand concert was held at the Albert-hall, Swansea, the artistes being Mr. Josepih Hollmaw, violoncellist; Mdlle- Janotha, pianiste", Miss Thudichum, Miss Ethel Barnes, Miss Carrie Curnow, Signor Foli, and Mr. Braxton Smith, vocalists, with Mr. Spencer Lorraine as accompanist. Miss Curnow sang instead of Miss Maad Gutteres, who was ill. She and all the other artistes acquitted themselves admirably, and made the concert a memorable one in Swansea- Mdlle. Janotha is an exceptionally brilliant pianiste. Of Hollman and Signor Fuli it is almost unnecessary to speak. The latter's "Blow, Blow." and "'Rocked in the Cradle" were given with all the old inimitable tender- ness and power. The concert was probably not a great t;1nC'> 1 mwss.
Cardiff Charity Organisation…
Cardiff Charity Organisation Society The quarterly meeting of the Charity Organi- sation Society was held on Tuesday at the offices of the association, Castle Arcade- chambers, Cardiff, Mr. Storey in the chair. The secretary's report made an appeal to ladies and gentlemen in Cardiff to send to the society any begging letters they might receive, or refer cases represented by begging books to it for inquiry. During the quarter begging letters from London and other places addressed to persons in Cardiff had been i eceived and inves. tigated, with the result of exposing appeals that were flagrantly fraudulent. A number of questions resulting from the growing closeness of the relations between the society and the clergy and ministers of all denominations and various charitable societies in the town were dealt with by the general committee. 1
Death of Alderman Jones, Aberavan.
Death of Alderman Jones, Aberavan. Early on Tuesday morning Alderman T. E. Jones, of Aberavon, passed away. Deceased, who was 65 years of age, was a member of the Aberavon Town Council for a considerable number of years, bad passed the civic chair, and in 1892 was elected alderman, whilst in 1894 he was appointed a J.P. for the Borough of Aberavon. Mr. Jones was of the Baptist persuasion, and was very liberal. He was the founder of a tobacco manufactory at Aberavon. He leaves behind a widow and two unmarried daughters to mourn his demise.
District News.
District News. CARDIFF. Hamadryad (Cardiff) Hospital Ship report for the week ended October 20 — Number of patients remaining last week, 29; admitted, 5 discharged, 3 out-patients treated, 176 re- maining on board, 31 —W. Hughes, medical superintendent. The WILD WEST SHOOTING SALOON, 25, Castle-street, Ca.rdiff.- The. art of Rifle Shooting taught. Only the best Magazine. Rifles used. A prize of 5s. given every week for the highest score. e3722
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RAILWAYMEN'S HOURS
RAILWAYMEN'S HOURS The Annual Report of the Board of Trade Published. Sir Courtenay Boyle, in presenting the first annual report of the proceedings of the Board of Trade with regard to the hours of labour of railway servants under the Railway Regula- tion Act, testifies to the general willingness by railway companies to co operate with the Board of Trade, and to help their negotiations with a view of the reduction of all hours of labour which appear to be unreasonahle.. This had not been the case, however, as regards all com- plaints, and the Board of Trade recognised that it was probable that in a oomparatively small number of representations they might have to put into action their legal powers under the Act. Sir Courtenay, continuing, states that the experience acquired of the working of the Act has strengthened his view that it is not possible to fix with regard to the various classes of rail- way servants hours of labour which a priori are reasonable. The circumstances of employ- ment vary so greatly that it is impossible to say with reference to any class of railway servants that a particular scale of hours is reasonable for the whole of the members of that class, and he regards with extreme disfavour the policy of laying down a number of hours as a fair day's work. Sir Courtenay adds that. the com- plaints received by the Board from the men themselves have been moderate in terms, r.nd their representations reasonable. The report itself, which is signed by Mr. Hopwood, Assistant Secretary to the Board of Trade, states that one signalman was found to have been working for 25i consecutive hours and :t shunter sixteen and three-quarter hours, but that porters, and the staff generally have not been found at work for such long periods, although instances occur in which a day's work covers from sixteen to seventeen hours, with intervals of rest. The most flagrant case which came to the notice of the board is thit of an engine-cleaner on a small line, who waii employed for 34 consecutive hon .•=, acting as fireman during a. considerable por- tion of the time, while on the same line both drivers and firemen are sometimes on duty from eighteen to 24 hours. The board, how- ever, has not experienced any difficulty in inducing companies to promptly deal effec- tively with such cases.
PENARTH WATER SUPPLY,
PENARTH WATER SUPPLY, Penarth has been supplied with Taff Vawr water, through the pipes in Penarth-road, for tha last fifteen months, with the exception of two or three occasions, a few days each only at a time, when pumping took place from Ely :0 keep up the supply in Cogan Reservoir. Pipes have been laid to render that unnecessary in the future, and the connection with the reservoir has just been effected. The pipes supplying Penarth with Taff Vawr water were too small to keep up the supply from the gravitat:on source, and occasionally, when the Cogan Rese :■ voir went down. pumping was resorted to to get the extra pressure. The connection frt),n the new mains in Penarth-road to the Cogsn Reservoir was made last Wednesday, when the reservoir was cleaned out and the water turned into it. The residents of Penarth will always be supplied from this source in future, and there will be no further1 fear, as Mr. Priestley, the assistant water engineer, assured a "Western Maiil" reporter, of pumping again bein/ resorted to at Ely.
LLANDOVERY OCTOBER FAIR.
LLANDOVERY OCTOBER FAIR. The above fair was held at Llandovery on Monday and Tuesday and was largely attended. Cattle were not disposed of very briskly, but the prices were fair. Yearling heifers realised from zC5 to £ 8, and two-year-old heifers from X8 to £12. Fa.t cattle did not resell very high prices. There wa.s a great demand for horses. Cart colts exchanged bands at prices from zE7 to £10 and ponies from X4 to £6. Pigs were sold at a brisk rate. Small pigs realised from 15s to £1 5s each, according to size, sto rers from X3 to S3 10s, whilst porkers reached about 6s to 6a 6d.a score.
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WELSH TITHES.
WELSH TITHES. Mr. Robert Lewis, bailiff, of the Newoastle- Emlyn County-court, on Tuesday resumed operations for the recovery of tithes in the parish of Penbryn, Cardiganshire. He was accompanied by Mr. C. M. Williams, ex-chairman of the Cardiganshire Joint Committee, and Alderman J. Powell. There are 200 orders to be executed. The proceedings on Tuesday were perfectly orderly, and sales were effected in satisfaction of the tithe. In one case one of the crowd removed the lynchpin from a cart which bad been distrained upon and which it was intended to convey to Newcastle-Emlyn. The act was discovered and remedied before any accident happened.
ST. JOHN'S, CANTON, CARDIFF.
ST. JOHN'S, CANTON, CARDIFF. The London Gazette" of Tuesday contains a Privy Council order notifying that the Queen has approved of the scheme of the Ecclesiastical Commissioners for the assignment of a district chapelry to the consecrated church of St. Paul, Canton, within the limits of the new parish of St. John, Canton, in Glamorganshire, and in the diocese of Llandaff, the same to be named the District Chapelry of St. Paul, Canton.
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Jacquit a. Midway between Europe and Africa, its ibores washed by the blue waters of the Mediterranean), lies the little island of Minorca. Out of the beaten line of travel, overlooked by energetic tourists, it holds its only direct communication with civilisation through tramp steamers and an occasional yacht. Minorca has well-nigh forgotten the out- side world, and with true southern indolence dreams over its own pretty interests unless awakened to sudden but evanescent activity by some event out of the common. The largest city-Port Mahon—clambers up and down the cliffs of its lovely harbour in an aimless way, and on first approaching two things strike you, the dazzling whiteness .gainst the intense blue of sea and sky, and the monotony of the Hat-roofed, chimneyleas houses. Tho cobble-paved streets are marvellously clean, and the people, in their quaint, gay C0i.ti.mes, stand out with picturesque effect against the stuccoed walls which line the way- 0.11 clIff, overhanging the harbour and the city, is a. piazza called the Alameda, where a few ilax trees afford a. grateiul shade. On cne of the low stone benches many a pleasant hour may be dreamed away, watching the shadows chase each other over the swelling hills and meadows beyond. Now and again the soft wind wafts perfume from the almond blossoms which lie like Hakes of sno.v on the bare fields stretchi-ig away to the blue water. One evening uot long ago a young girl was ■seated on the low wall watching the sun sinking in the cloudless sky. The usual three- cornered mantilla draped her graceful head, and her long, slender fingers toyed with the ends hanging over her shoulders. She repre- sented one of the belter class, with the intense southern beauty of the peasant idealised. Her black hair \v;wed off a low forehead, guiltless cf the pointed "iriz" which disfigures the faces of those who ape the Parisian fashion. Her brows v fre heavy, and her dark eyes, riveted on the harbour below, seemed to reflect the si'iiset light. She was watching a large yacht which, with all sails set, was gliding slowly, like some stately bird, to its anchorage. The rattling of the anchor chains roused her and broke the 10.')g silence which she had 80 persistently maintained with her companion, a young man of Spanish type. A mixture of northern blood lightened his olive complexion •wJ refined his sensuous southern features. His waist was circled by a red «,sh, and his His waist was circled by a red smob, and his r- work-worn hands twisted a bright coloured turban, fashioned from :t largo handkerchief. H4s passionate gaze contrasted strangely with the girl's indiffertuice. "La Bella, Jacquita." she was called, and well did she deserve her name. What was he that he should win her after all? Jacquita looked up and smiled. As wheiv. the sun breaking through the clouds bathes the fields in warmth and lig^it, so did that smile transfigure the girl's fair face. j The distant church clock struck six. Rising, I she drew the folds of her mantilla. closer, and lifting her eyes to his said softly, "A Riverdel, Felipe!" j His gaze met hers—pride, anger, passion in his eyes. Master-tig his excitement, he spoke: "Jaccivita, be careful! I am not like those silly lads who coins and go at a girl's nod. To-day I offer you my life, my heart! A man's dearest hopes and desires have I laid bare. How have you answered?" He waited. Jacquita pushed the gravel petulantly with her foot, watching the pebbles fly, with a half mocking smile on her lips. Again he spoke. "I know you are 'La Bella' of Mahon, but I. too. have pride! Keep your scores of admirers, but know that from to-dav there is one less—one man more is nothing, in the tale of your conquests. You are 'La Bella,' and the man who makes jou love him must needs Iw more than human—strcnger than Felipe. Never again will I be ridiculed, mocked, as I have been to-day." Jacquita trembled slightly, but still smiled. She waited. Then, looking up. she said, "Felipe, I am sorry"—but Felipe had gone. That night Jacquita wept with fear, excite- ment, and the triumph of having brought Felipe so low as to beg as he had done that evening- "He will ieturn," thought she. "They always do." Next rbv the partr from the yacht made the tour of th" town. A little boy of about six yety age, was tho life and centre of interest <■■■ ee groupe. Clad in a sailor suit, his golden curls waving under his white cap. l.e formed, a strong (--on to the dark shinned child re" who stared ps he passed tliem by. A pretty blnnde girl followed with an f elderly gentleman, na she went alons Jacquita, seeing her exquisite fairness, thought "The iyiac,1,4 must look like that All that day Felipe came not, and the speech of gen tic reproof, which -Taermita had pre- pared, was mot delivered. She bearan to wonder whether she had better accept him. The fun would then be over, hut-supposing the other thing! Life would be as nothing with Felipe left out! Evening came and found Jacquita and her mother seated at their door conversing with the neighbours, leaning out of window or strolling past. The "summer-winter," as they call our "Indian summer," lingered late that J ear. A groupe gathered, funong them Franeesc-a, the rival beauty. She was larger in every way than Jacquita. To many, she was more attrac- tive, being less chary of her brilliant smiles and jests. "Hast heard the news?" she was saying. As the 'Inglesi' were walking back to the yacht this afternoon do-.rn on the quay the little boy, catching sight of a large dog ahead, ran after him along he edge of the water. Suddenly, 'Ah, Santissima Maria!' he cried out— and then the water closed over him! Felipe was there and jumped in after him. There was no danger," she added, glancing maliciously at Jacquita's pale face, "a,d in a moment more he was being embraced by the pretty young lady. But Felipe Milord over- whelmed him with thanks, offered him money, which the fool refused, and finally asked if ho knew the sea. and would care to come with him as a sailor. For a moment Felipe hesi- tated, but"—a.rxl there the bright look on Jacquita's face faded—"he finally gaid, 'YfS, Milord,' and so he goes to-morrow! Ah, but he is a brave lid. that Felipe, and a lucky cne Some of us will care, but to those who have no hearts"-aTld here she glanced coldly at the girl sitting silent beside her—"to these it will make no difference." Just then Felipe himself sauntered up. There "'(HI a difference between this nonchalant ycrng sailor, bearmg his ho.vours so lightly, and the passionate lover of the night before- "Good luck, Felipe!" someone called, and Francesca, again the spokeswoman, cried, "Your fame has flown, before you, and your good fortune makes us envious." Felipe turned to Jacquita. She was talking animatedly to a young fellow beside her— seemingly oblivious of all else. Felipe's face darkened. Then laughing, he tur.n«l, saying: "Come, friends, let us have a merry time on this our last night together. Come, diink my health and prosperity with me!" "Si! Si!" they answered. Jacquita alone declined. She was "too tired." she said haughtily. Francesca. shrugging her shoulders, murmured "One of her ugly I Santissima—what a. temper!" Jacquita listened to the retreating footste-ps, and her downcast eyes filled with tears, why, she would not own to herself. A quick step sounded, a voice said, "Jacquita!" SometKu;r— false pride perhaps or fear lest Felipe should see her weeping— held down her eyes, but she sn iled. "Thou didst not say 'Addio,' or even a. lucky wish, Jacquita!" Silence, then a smothered oath broke from his lips, end era she could frame the words of fa.rewcll still lingering on her tongue, she heard him striding down the street. As he turned the corner, snatches of a waltz—one of Fran- cesca's favourites—came floating back to her. Early next mornkig, while the Alemeda- yet lay wrapt in sleep, a girl leaned over the sea wall, gazing with burning eyes at the beautiful boat below. The bustle of departure reached her straining, ears, and she saw a row-boat speed, out to the ship. A cheer rose from those on shore as, with a final pull, the anchor was hauled aboard. The broad sails filled slowly, and she slipped away as silently as she came— away into the purple mists of the morning, —away, and bearing with her a whole life's guef and disapi»intm>?nt. 'La Bella Jacquita' is going daft," cries Francesca as every night the girl walks to the Alsmeda, watching for a boat that never cemes- One evening she sat gazing at a tramp steamer just anchored. She recalled that other night, and the boat now so far away. Alas for the pride of "La Bella of Mahon The setting sun covered her with its golden light. Her dark eyes grew larger with unshed tears. Then a voice snid softly, "I have tome back to see I if thou wilt say 'Addio,' mia Jacnuita!"
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LOOK TO YOUR UMBRELLA. A little education in the art of carrying an umbrella. would scarcely be thrown away on some pedestrians. There are occasions when L this implement of defence becomes a veritable weapon of offence. There are short men who hoist theirs in a shower, hold them well down to protect their hats and heads, and rush along at a good pace, legardless of those who ire inconvenienced. The only thing that makes any impression on them is meeting with another like unto themselves, when Urare .is naturallv a. violent coILioicfi. with rending of silk and smashing of steel ribs. There are women, too, who love the feathers in theiir bonnets more than they do their fellow- creatures, to judge from the selfish way m which they rii-li homeward in a shower with an umbrella held in front of them absolutely careless whether they run down some innocent passenger in/front of them, or poke some other in the back w.ith an unexpeci-ed ferrule. Nor is the umbrella always harmless, even when closed. Too many men carry it under the arm, to the danger of those who share the street with them. Too many women nurse theirs as though they were babies, the handle projecting over one shoulder, to the oreat occasional dam?ge and detriment of those who passion that side. As to the girls who "score men's silk hats with the points of their sun- slmdei1. the sufferers seldom recent verv deeply a fault that is caused by a pleasant Droximitv. unless, indeed, the parasol should hapoen to be held by a careless sister.
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At Swansea Police-court on Tuesday Margaret Price, a respectably-dressed domestic servant, was charged with stealing the following extra- ordinary list of domestic articles from her employer, Mr. Philip Richard, of The Hall, near Swansea. :—An antimacassar, skirt, pair of stockings, quantity of notepaper, ties, towels; muslin sashes, piece of lace,- quantity of flannel and ribbon, box of beads, piece of beaded can- vas. four wine glasses, child's socks, butter cooler, two bottles of moselle, bottle of jam, cup and saucer, cream jug, two salt-cellars, quantity of candles, bottle of beer, plate of butter, jar of polish, quantity of soap, pears, nuts, &c. The evidence given was to the effect that when the prisoner was under 'notice to leave her boxes were examined, with the result that the articles produced were found in them.—Mr. Leyson, for the defence, pursued a long cross- examination with a view of showing that it wa.s not until the girl had through her lawyer threatened an action for scandal that the sum- mons was taken out. Defendant was committed lor trial at the quarter sessions. OWII.YM EVANS' Quinine Bitters are Invaluable for Nervousness, Palpitation, Sleeplessness, Indiges- tion, Dyspepsia, Biliousness, Lose of Appetite, Low Mpints. Chest. Affections, Antlima. Bronchitis, Con- sumption. In bottles, Is. lid., 2s. 9d;, and 6d. <31U
LOCAL COMMISSIONS.
LOCAL COMMISSIONS. The London Gazette of Tuesday night con- tains the following:- War Office, Oct. 23. LINE BATTALIONS. South Wales Borderers.—Lieutenant Edward C. Margesson resigns the appointment of adju tant; dated October 24, 1894. AUXILIARY FORCES. The Queen has been pleased to appoint Lieutenant-colonel Commandant and Hon. Colonel Bryan George Davies Cooke, command- ing the 2nd Volunteer Battalion Royal Welsh Fusiliers (vice Earl of Albemarle, deceased), to be aide-de-camp to her Majesty for the sorvice of her Volunteer force, and to confer upon him the rank of colonel in that force; dated the 24th inst. MILITIA ARTILLERY. Glamorgan Artillery (Western Division).— Second Lieutenant S. G. V. Harries to be lieutenant; dated the 24th inst. MILITIA INFANTRY. 4th Battalion Royal Welsh Fusiliers—Major H. L. Peel resigns his commission, also is granted the honorary rank of lieutenant-colonel and is permitted to wear the prescribed uniform on his retirement; dated the 24th inst. 3rd Battalion Welsh Regiment.—Henry Frank Webb Poppelwell, Esq., late captain 7th Bat- talion Rifle Brigade, to be captain; dated the 24th inst. VOLUNTEER ARTILLERY. 1st Monmouthshire. —Captain Henry Watts resigns his commission dated the 24th inst. VOLUNTEER RIFLES. 1st (Brecknockshire) Volunteer Battalion South Wales Borderers.Second Lieutenant Gough to be captain dated the 24th inst. I—mmmtommmm wimmiiao—warnam
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