The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

A REMARKABLE LIBERAL VICTORY. THE result of the election at Tamworth must be a surprise to those persons who have held the belief that the Government is supported by the country. For a seat vacated by a Tory like Mr. HAN BURY, a Liberal has been elected by a majority of almost two to one. The tie in South Northum- berland and this great victory at Tamworth help to show that, if the Government fights, it will be with a great part of the nation against them. The following was the official declaration of the poll at Tamworth Mr. Hamar Bass (Liberal). 1,186 Col. the Hon. F. C. Bridgman (Conservative) 607 Majority for Mr. Bass 579 III

LOCAL AND DISTRICT NOTES. At the last meeting of the Dolgelley Board of Guardians Mr. W. R. M. WYNNE attended. The good that might be done by a more regular attendance of ex- officio members is little suspected by the gentlemen who partly from a mistaken notion that they would not be welcome, abstain from attending the meetings of Boards of Guardians. At Dolgelley and Machynlleth there is great need of two or three gentlemen who recognize the great evil of pauperism, and who would not be suspected of harshness towards the poor. Mr. H. C. FRYER has instructed Mr. G. T. SMITH to sell by auction several horses at the first of the new horse fairs to be held at Aberystwyth on Tuesday, May 7. If once horses and cattle are sold by auction at Aberyst- wytb, the fairs will become successful. The Cambrian Railway have made special train arrangements to suit -these half-yearly fairs. # An eisteddfod has been held at Llantwit Vardre. One of the prizes was awarded to WILLIAM MILES for the best recitation of verses on "The Detesable Habit of Spitting in the House of the Lord" (Welsh). The habit in Wales of spitting in railway carriages and other public places is equally detestable. What a noble subject for a poem! A Welsh-American journal, informs its readers that Prince BISMARCK'S wife is a cousin of Sir WATKIN W. WYNN, and a daughter of Sir HENRY WATKIN WILLIAMS WYNN, once the English ambassador at Copenhagen. And what if this was true ? Which it is not. Vr The closing of Cardigan gaol will be a great saving to the county rate. Prisoners committed to Carmarthen can be sent all the way by train instead of by trap. What is now needed is that the police station at Aberystwyth should be re-built and made a house of detention, where short-time prisoners could be kept. The Llanbadarn School Board resolved, at their last meeting, to summon several negligent parents. On Wed- nesday the cases were brought forward, and the maximum penalty was inflicted in each instance. The contrast 'between the course pursued at Llanbadarn and that pur- sued at Aberystwyth is very obvious. There can be no question that the method adopted at Llanbadarn is in the end far more merciful than that which has so long pre- vailed at Aberystwyth. Mr. JAMES WEBSTER has been re-elected Chairman of Towyn Local Board. Mr. WEBSTER has worked for the Public a long time, and, like all public workers, has had to contend with a good deal of criticism from people who are too busy to do the work themselves, but who imagine they see wrong motives in every act. It is to be regretted that more of these gentlemen do not occupy seats on the public Boards. We believe Towyn Local Board has done a great deal for the good of the district, and the Towyn part of it is making rapid progress. Aberdovey is a place that ought to grow, and a place that will grow as soon as those interested in its welfare resolve to sink little dif- ferences in order to pull together. At the last meeting of the Aberystwyth Board of Guardians, Mr. THOMAS GRIFFITHS, the present con- tractor, brought some further charges respecting the wheat supplied by the late contractor, and also reiterated the eharge respecting the soap. Some Bristol soap was found in the workhouse by Mr. GRIFFITHS, who just now seems to occupy the position of detective for the Union. The new charges are to be investigated to-morrow (Saturday). The aliened further discoveries are that a large quantity of the soap in the Workhouse is from Bristol, and not from London. The second charge is that the books show that a .certain amount of wheat was delivered more than Was ground at the mill. The explanation is very simple. The MASTER procured some Bristol soap in order to in- crease the stock in the house. The wheat was bad, and it was neeesRary to mix it with flour, and this flour was entered on the books as wheat. If these charges were substantiated they would amount to fraud, and we do not believe there has been anything of the kind at the workhouse, judging from what has already transpired. It is only right that these explanations should be pub- lished with the report of the alleged further irregularities. Our readers know that in order to induce the poor to enter the workhouse there has not been a strict adherence to the dietary tables. The MASTER, instead of showing what stores have been used has. perhaps debited himself with stock which he did not possess. Carelessness is a fault and there may have been a good deal of it at the work- house, but conspiracy to defraud is a very serious offence, and one that should neither be lightly brought nor lightly believed. If we thought there was any ground whatever for the serious charges brought against either the con- tractors or the MASTER we should not hesitate for a moment to say so. We trust our readers will not make up their minds Respecting this matter until the result of the enquiry has been made known. Mr. MORRIS DAVIES complained on Monday that Mr. JOHN JANIEs has prevented him from bringing this matter forward months ago. We do not 'know whether Mr. MORRIS DAVIES was joking, nnr^ld ike inform the Bosurd how he at last escaped from Mr. •JAMES'S influence. It is nearly as difficult to understand ^Sir. DAVIES as to comprehend the charges so strange y persevered in. Wzpm an advertisement in another column it will be seen ithat a meeting of the Aberystwyth branch of the Royai Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will bt .held at the Town Hall on Wednesday next, May 1, whes -fr. MORRIS DAVIES, the hoc., secretary, will pro- duce 16c accounts a.nd present a import. It is to be hoped tiisse interested in the work of this Society will attend. It is difficult to understand why the mail cart should rn on Sunriays, Good Friday, and Christmas Day to Aberaeron not to Goginan and Devil-c Bridge. We are constantly receiving complaints of the Lnconvenience caused by the stoppage of the mails 80S on Gdod Friday. •Perhaps Mr. GOhLEY, the district superintendent will give this matter his consideration. Arrangements that satisfied the country wel! enough ten years ago are utteriy inade- quate now. Under ordinary circumstances it would be impertiuant to call attention to the fact that a county magistrate per- foril,, hi,, duties satisfactorily, and well deserves the con- fidence reposed in him by the public, but the cir cumstances are not ordinary. it,. -will he readily admitted that no magistrate in the county of Cardigan has more regularly attended to his magisterial duties, or more satisfactorily dischargedjthem, than Mr. J. G.W. BONSALL, of Fronfraith. It would scarcely be going beyond bare justice to say that he is a model magistrate, and that Llanbadarn Petty Sessions are the best conducted in the district. Of this, however, there can be no question, that Mr. BON PALL for years has manifested an interest in the magisterial business of Llanbadarn Petty Sessional Division equal to that manifested by all the other magistrates put together, with the exception, perhaps, of Mr. J. T. MORGAN, who attends very regularly. At the last Quarter Sessions held at Aberaeron, a committee was formed to take steps to provide houses of detention at Cardigan and Aberystwyth. For each petty sessional division in this district, except Llanbadarn, two magistrates were appointed who usually attend the sessions. For instance, for Lampeter Mr. W. JONES, Llwynygroes, and Mr. W. JONES, Glandennis, were appointed; for Llanilar Mr. LEWIS PUGH PUGH and Mr. VAUGHAN DAVIES; for Tregaron Major PHELP and Mr. DAVIES, Cwrtmawr, but for Llanbadarn Colonel PRYSE and Mr. THOMAS JONES! Mr. THOMAS JONES attends Llanbadarn sessions sometimes, and, under exceptional cir- cumstances, Colonel PRYSE has attended, but why the name of Mr. J. G. W. BONSALL was omitted from this committee is no clearer than why that of Colonel PRYSE was inserted. We know that gentlemen assembled in quarter sessions at Aberaeron can do shabby things, and this looks very like one of them. If Mr. BONSALL ceases to do the work at Llanbadarn will the LORD-LIEUTENANT take it up ? # The Welsh Representative Choir's Trip to Cambridge University" is the heading of a fulsome article in a South Wales daily paper on a musical composition by Professor PARRY. The choir is not representative of Wales in any sense whatever, and the use made of the University College of Wales is not at ill justified by the course adopted by the professors in respect to the pilgrimage to Cambridge. These claims to represent Wales and to act in the name of a national institution are well calculated to bring the Principality and the College into contempt, and are scarcely as honest as they might be. We report to-day the laying of the memorial stone of a new English Calvinistic Methodist Chapel at Criccieth. There was a very large attendance, and great interest ap- peared to be taken in the proceedings. Among the reasons given for the erection of the chapel was the grow- ing disuse of the Welsh language. ° The Diocesan Conference for St. Asaph Diocese com- menced at Oswestry yesterday. We must hold over our report till next week.

CORRIS. LITERARY MEETING.—On Friday evening, April 12, a literary meeting was held at Rehoboth, Corris, Mr. Evan Davies, Gwindy, in the eliair. The following was_ the programme :—Address by the Chairman. Competition in reciting "Cysgu'n esmwyth"—1, Mary H. Davies, Abercorris, and Ellenor Morgan, Esgairgeiliog; 2, Anne Lewis, Ty'r Capel 3, Ellen Jones, Meirion House. Ad- judication of the hand-writing—1, Edward Jones, British School 2, Jane Jones, Garneddwen. Song, "Yr Ehsdydd," by the Band of Hope. Adjudication on the written answers to the questions on Exodus xix. and xx. chapters—1, Mary A. Roberts 2, David Roberts, Doly- bont. Examination on "Y Dinasoedd Noddfa "-I, Edwd. Jones, British-school; 2, Jane Jones, Garnedd Wen. Ad. judication on written answers to questions on the history of Elijah—1, David L. Rowlands, Tanrallt, and Edward Jones, British-school; 2, Griffith Puglie, Frondeg. Com- petition a duet, Gadewch i Blant Bychan "-1, William Davies, Gwindy, and Annie Jones, Frondeg; 2, Richard Jones and Jane Jones, Bridge-street, and Evan Davies, Gwindy, and Ellen Jones, Frondeg. Adjudication of the essay on Y Synagog"—1, Owen Roberts, Bridge-street; 2, John Hughes, Penygraig. Parsing—1, C. N. Roberts, Bridge-street. Song, "Pie buost ti yn lloffa," by the Band of Hope. Adjudication of the" engIyn"- 1, John Roberts, Dolybont. Adjudication on the criticism on a number of certain stanzas—1, P.C. Charles Ashton. A spelling bee—1, Evan Davies, Gwindy: 2, D. L. Rowlands, Tanrallt. Adjudication of the Translation—1, David Arthur, Bridge-street; 2, Margaret E, Davies, Gwindy. Competition on the anthem Yr udgorn a gan"-I, John Jones and party. Adjudi- cation of the quotations from the Old Testament in the Gospel of Matthew-I, Sarah Anne Hope, Bridge-street; 2, Edward Jones, Merion House. Adjudication of the examination on the "Moral Law"-I, P.C. Charles Ashton and John Roberts, Dolybont; 2, John Arthur, Bridge-street. Adjudication on the stanzas on "Yr Allor Daultiaid(I "-I, John Roberts; 2, David Williams. Penybont. Adjudication on the essays on the "Moral Law"—1, Edward Humphreys, Frondeg (2, P.C. Charles Ashton. Anthem by the choir, conducted by Mr. H. Lloyd Jones, C.M. The adjudicators were the Rev. W. Williams, Messrs. Humphrey LI Jones, D. Ivor Jones, E. Griffiths, Aberllefeni, R. Owen, Bridge-street, and E. Humphreys, Frondeg. PRESENTATION TO DR. JONES. On Saturday afternoon, April 13th, a testimonial was presenred to Dr. Jones, on the occasion of his marriage to Miss Edith Bright, the eldest daughter of Mr. William Bright, Tynyberth Hall, Corris. Dr. and Mrs. Jones were accompanied to the National School—where the presentation took place—by meinbrs of the committee, and escorted by the Corris Brass Band. A large number of people had assembled. Mr. W. Wil- liams, manager of Abercwmeiddew Quarries, presided. The testimonial was a handsome silver tea set, consist- ing of tea and coffee pots, sugar basin, cream ewer, and salver, supplied by Sir John Bennett, London, value 80 guineas, and beautifully engraved, bearing the following inscription :— Presented by the inhabitants of Corris and neighbourhood, to John T. Jones, Esq., surgeon, and JSlrs..Tories, as a token of their respect and well-wishes on the occasion of their marriage. March 18th, 1878." The CHAIRMAN said—Ladies and Gentlemen, it gives much pleasure to be here to-day, but I feel most keenly my inability to fulfil the position I am called upon to undertake. You all know the object of this meeting. We have deemed it cur duty, as inhabi- tants of Corris and the neighbourhood, to evince our esteem and good wishes towards our much res- pected Dr. Jones, on the occasicn of his marriage. I am happy to think that I have no occasion to make a speech, these articles of sterling quality and purity express more geniality of feeling than a volume of speeches. But I cannot refrain from making one or two observations. I have had the advantage of knowing Dr. Jones since he was a boy amongst his playmates and associates. He was respected as a true and kind hearted comrade. Some years ago, having made his acquaintance in another large quarry district where he followed the pursuit of the noble profession of which he is a member, I found that the same courtesy and unassuming kindness were the prominent features of his character. Although his stay was not long there he made a large number of friends, and his leaving the neighbourhood caused much grief, especially amongst;1 the patients, whom he had treated with such kindness and attention. Ijamnotin any way surprised at finding such j a testimonial before me to be presented to him and Mrs. Jones by y"u to-day, as I know the kindness and ever ready attention which most of you or your families have. i experienced at his hands. Other gentlemen .addressed the meeting, amongst whom, were Messrs. Owens, Brynawel, Hughes, Fronwen, E. Williams, Frongoch, and the Rev. J. Edwards, vicar, and who all eulogized Dr. Jones as a kind friend and neigh- hour both to rich and poor, and wished him and Mrs. ,Jones every happiness and prosperity. The presentation was made by Mrs. Thomas, Dr. Jones's old housekeeper, to Mrs. Jones on behalf of the committee. Dr. JONES, on rising, was loudly cheered. He said- Ladies and gentlemen, I feel it a very difficult matter to address you. I hope you will bear with me, inasmuch as I am overwhelmed by the kindness and respect you have so readily shown me and Mrs. Jones, ever since the im- portant day in our career which occurred a month ago. Indeed I feel that I am bound by such affectionate ties of obligations to you that I shall never be able to repay you. Whatever lies in my power to do for you I will con- sider it a great pleasure to do. I always feel it my duty, and not only my duty, but my pleasure, to alleviate the pain and suffering oE those who come under my care. And should Providence call me from amongst you before the end of my carrier in this life, I shall ever carry in my memory the kind and genial regard you have entertained for me. I feel so deeply impre-sed that I cannot find words strong enough to convey to you my gratitude; therefore, I beg simply to thank you on behalf of Mrs. Jones And myself for this magnificent present, and your kindnaes at all times. (Cheers.) The CHAIRMAN afterwards called upon the "foards" to address the meeting, and the cfcll was responded to. Three cfceers were given for Dr. and Mrs. Jones, &nd "God save the Queen terminated the meeting. For the period of six years that Dr. Jones hae resided here the greatest respect and esteem has been shewn for him by the inhabitants. The day of his marriage *as observed as a holiday; the firing of ctnnons echoed ftum one hill to another from the early -dawn until miii-day. Bunting wafted .from almost every house window, and triumphal arches were erected in various places on oiie way to the church irom Tynyberth Hall, and on their return heme on the follow- ing Saturday evening, every window was illuminated v.uth candles.

LAMPETER. VESTRY.— At tae vestry, on Monday, A^ril 22, with ti* Very Kev. LI. Lewellin, the vicar, in the hair: Mr. n. I Lloyd, solicitor, was appointed parish churchwarden, and Mr. W. Williams, Old Bank. I ST. PrrER s CHC KCH.—The decoration of this church for Easter, was kindly undertaken by the following ladies of the congregation wz., Mrs. Kdmuudes, Mrs. Lias, Miss Edwardes, Miss Ll<>yd, Miss Lewis, and Martin. Several gentlemen, also lent willing aid. The work when finished, was all that could be wished for, and reflected great credit upon all concerned ^11 it. The services on Easter Day were at the usual hours, and were all very well attended. There were two celebrations of Holy Coni- munion, and altogether there were about 150 com- municants. The morning service was semi-choral, ami those of the afternoon and evening full choral. The following were the anthems sung at the different services .'—Morning, Clin Moses," 0. Alaw afternoon, Eaglish, "The Lord is my strength," fljnart; evellr — hawddgar yw dy bebyll," J. Parry. The singing through- out the day was highly and deservedly praised. HURDLE RACES.—We understand that the match for £ 20 a side, which was to have come off at Llandilo on Monday, April 22, between a mare belonging to Mr. D. Griffiths, of Ffrwd, and another, the property of Mr. T. Rees, Feathers, Aberaeron, has been arranged for the races here on the 7th May. # EASTER.—On Sunday, April 21st, the services at St. Peter's Church were entirely choral. The anthems were- in the morning, Can Moses" (Owain Alaw); afternoon, "0 give thanks unto the Lord" (Smart); evening, "0 mor hawddgar (J. Parry). The church was very taste- fully decorated with flowers and moss. Collections were made after each service in aid of the general expenses of the church. MARRIAGE REJOICINGS.—OnTTuesday, April 23, this town was the scene of unusual rejoicings in honour of the marriage of Mr. John Beard, Scotland, to Miss Con- stance Harford, of Blaise Castle, second daughter of the late Mr. J. B. Harford, of Falcondale, Lampeter. The wedding touk place at Henbury Church, near Bristol. The Bells of St. Peter's Church, St. David's College, and St. Peter's School were kept ringing throughout the morning. In the afternoon athletic sports came off on the College cricket ground. The following is the result of the various events :—One mile race: 1, David Jones, Llangeitho; 2, David Richards, Llanfair. 250 yards fiat race 1, D. E. Jenkins, Post Office; 2, D. W. Davies. 100 yards flat race 1, D. E. Jenkins 2, J. W. Davie3. Long Jump 1, D. E. Jenkins 2, R. T. Jones. 200 yards race (boys under 15): 1, J. F. Lloyd, Gladstone Hall; 2, J. J. Davies, Queen's Arms. 100 yards race (boys under 10) 1, John Davies; 2, David Davies. High Jump: 1, D. E. Jenkins; 2, R. T. Jones. Quarter- of-a-mile race: 1, David Richards; 2, David Griffiths. 100 yards race (boys under 15): 1, J. F. Lloyd 2, J. J. Davies. Wrestling match 1, Henry Evans 2, Evan Jones. Wheelbarrow race (blindfolded): 1, David Mor- gan 2, Jenkin Jones. Sack race: 1, John Davies, jun. Consolation race: 1, John Dauies; 2, E. Anwyl, National Provincial Bank. Putting the weight: 1, T. S. Jones; 2, David Davies, Cellan. Tug of war: T. Simons's team. Climbing the greasy pole 1, J. Davies, Pound. The sports altogether were a great success, and were by far the most amusing that have ever taken place is this town. Great credit is due to Mr. Morris Jones and Mr. Charles Millard, under whose management they were carried out. Business was entirely suspended throughout the day, and the town was decorated with flags. In the evening the town was beautifully illuminated, and there was also a grand display of fireworks, under the superin- tendence of Mr. R. Evans, chemist. Many of the sur- rounding hills were illuminated with bonfires under the management of Mr. J. Sturdy.

DOLGELLEY. Eos BRYCHAN'S CONCERT.—On Monday, April 22, a concert was held at the Public Rooms by Eos Brychan (the successful competitor in the baritone solo at the Car- narvon Eisteddfod, 1877), assisted by Miss Cordelia Edwards, U.G.W., and lady and gentleman amateurs from the neighbourhood. The attendance was very small, owing to a fair being held here same day. The following was the programme:—Glee, Comrades Song of Hope," Idris Glee Society song, When the heart is young," Miss Edwards; song, Nancy Lee," Eos Brychan song, Miss Peaker Welsh air, Y Mynach Du," Mr. Edward Williams; violin and piano, Messrs. Jones and Prichard; song, Eos Brychan song, Nis gallaf wau yn hwy, fy Mam" (" I cannot mind my wheel, Mother,") Miss Edwards; address, Chairman trio and chorus, Disdainful of danger," Idris Glee Society Carnarvon prize solo, Tears of sorrow," Eos Brychan song, One only," Miss Edwards; flute and violin, "L'Amicizzia," Messrs. Jones and Prichard; duet, "Y Bardd a'r Afonig," Miss Edwards and Eos Brychan descriptive song, "Man the lifeboat," Mr. Edward Wil- liams song, Yesterday," Miss Peaker song, "Jack's yarn," Eos Brychan; song, "Bid me discourse," Miss Edwards; glee, Fair Flora decks," Idris Glee Society finale, Land of my fathers." DR. WILLIAMS'S SCHOOL.—SHAKESPEARIAN RECITAL.— On Wednesday evening, April 17, on the occasion of the breaking up for the Easter holidays, the young ladies of the school, assisted by a few friends, gave a public reci- tation of four scenes from the Merchant of Venice." Dramatis r>erson;e :— Duke of Venice Miss Lizzie Roberts. Prince of Morocco Miss Susie Roberts. Prince of Arragon Miss Lillie Thomas. Antonio Mr. George Morris. Bassanio Miss Clough. Gratiano. Mr. Arthur Hughes (absent, part read by Mr. Richard Davies). Salerio. Miss Margaret S. Roberts. Shylock Miss Alice Taylor. Magnificoes of Venice.. Misses Martha Bithell, Pollie Williams, Julia Helen Seareil, Madge Hughes, Lillie James. Attendants of Prince of Morocco.. Misses Lilly Thomas, Lizzie Thomas, Maggie Row- lands, and Mary Jones. Attendants of Prince of Arragon.. Misses Grace Thomas, Harriet E. Evans, and Ifaggie Griffith. Clerk Miss Mary Jane Stalker. Portia Miss Edith Taylor. Nerissa Miss Walker. The Recital was, considering the school has been opened so short a time, a most unexpected success. The costumes, though of home production, were capital, and it is hard to say which of the various scenes was the most picturesque. Whether the public place at which Bassanio meets first Antonio, and then enters with the Jew—reminding one of the out-door life of many continental towns-or the casket scene in the house of Portia, where first the two princes with their trains, and finally Bassanio come to try their fortune; or the third scene which was admirable also. The acting gained much by two or three parts being taken by adult friends. This infused much spirit and greatly improved the acting of the children, who all did well and knew their parts excellently. The Duke of Venice, the Princes of Morocco and Arragon, and Saler- nio were remarkably well done. Notwithstanding an una- voidably short notice, for the invitations were only issued the day before, the Recitation was well attended. Parents of the pupils, the governors of the schools, and those im- mediately connected with the school were those invited, the space available for visitors being limited.

PWLLHELI. LITERARY MEETINGS.—A literary meeting was held at Salem Chapel, Pwllheli, on Good Friday, under the pre- sidency of Mr. John Edwards, mayor; the conductor being Mr. H. Tudwal Davies. The meeting was very numerously attended. The subjects appear to have been selected principally for the sake of drawing out the facul- ties of children and youths they consisted of recitations, parsing, essays, poetry, impromptu speechifying, &c. Prizes were given to Messrs. T. Lloyd Ellis, Minydon, John Hughes (junr.), New-street, John Owen., Carnarvon Road, John Jones, Lleyn-street, Misses Kate Anne Jones, St. David's, Jaue Catherine Jones, Shop Newydd, Laura Jane Jones, Beehive, Jane Ellen Hughes, New-street; also to the following, viz., Eliseus Hughes, Ala-road, Ellis Owen Ellis, Maes, and Thomas Edwards, Shop Goch, and the Salem Chapel Choir.—On Easter Monday a similar literary meeting was held at Pen mount Chapel also under the presidency of the Mayor, with a similar programme. The adjudicators were—Messrs. R. Jones Piastirion, H. Tudwal Davies. R. Ivor Parry, and i Jones. Prizes were awarded, amongst others, to the fol- lowing :-Ellis Jones, King's Head Street, Evan Jones Traeth, Miss Newell, and Miss Mary Hughes, Bank-place. Books were presented to Mr. David Jones, the leader at the Band of Hope meetings at Penymount, as an acknow- ledgment of his faithfulness they consisted «f the De- mngtydd Beirniadol," and Barnes's Exposition." COUNTY PETTY SESSIONS, APRIL 24TH,—Before Messrs. F. W. Lloyd Edwards, Owen Evans, Robert Carreg, H J. Ellis Nanney, B. T. Ellis, and the Rev. Thomas Jones, R.D. Axaault.—Stephen Jordan v. John Williams.—The parties had come to an arrangement to settle the matter, antl they came forward to ask permission of the Bench to do so, bitt the magis- trates decided to hear the case. The complainant stated that on the 30th March, defendant and himself were in a public- house, at Llithfaen, and went out together. A few words passed between them after going out, about twenty minutes past ten, and defendant knocked him down. Another man came there and kicked him whilst on the ground. He got up and struck defendant, and there was a ieztt row after that. Defen- dant did nothing to him whilst on the ground. Some people came up and separated defendant and himself, and they went home.—The case was dismissed. Powder Magazine*.—Mr. Kan-en, the proprietor of the Llan- aelliaiarn Sett Works, attended to inquire if the bench were satisfied with the powder magazines he had at the v/o&cs. He be- lieved they were separated at a sufficient distance from all dwelling houses. Williams reminded the Bench that at a previous meeting he had made a verbal report on these maga- zines, that a very good powder store magazine had been built there, but this had not been used for some years. The powder was brought in there in quantities of ten hundred weight, and thence taken by rail to the huts at the quarries, acd that was contrary to law.—Mr. Farren said all the huts were properly constructed, and only two hundredweight were kept in store at each hut.—Supt. Williams said that only :}olb w&s allowed by law, and therefore a larger quantity than Was allowed by law was kept at each hut; besides the huts were not properly constructed.—Mr. Farren said he did not kiivtw what the requirements of the law were, but he was ready t« do any- thing that was demanded.—The Bench told him that he could not keep more than 301bs. at each of the magazines, and that he was responsible for any breach of the law by his men.—Supt. Williams said the men took a cask of powder from the maga- zines, and after using a part of it kept the rest in their work- ing huts.—Mr. Farren said that was contrary to the rules at the works-the-men were to take what remained of the powd after using it to the magazines.—The matter was then dropped. Carrying a Gun without a Licence.Richar(I G riffith, sailor Portmadoc, who was charged with this offence, admitted the oSence.— Mr. Damerel, Superintendent of Excise, said the case had given them much trouble and expense, on account oi the prevarication of deiendant.-P.C. Thomas Rowlands saw him on certain lands on the 25th Feb. carrying a gun. He asked bim for his licence, and he said he had none; he asked him for his name and address, and he gave the wrong ones. -p.cj Thomas Rowlands corroborated. DefendaIlt said he was con- fused at the time. He had gone to see his sister at Pantgraoa He took out the gun to have a shot at the crows, and never thought there was any harm in it. He lost his work for six weeks in conseguence, and also lost his situation.—He was fined r>0s., the Bench iatimating to hiin that the &ae would not have' been so high if he had given his proper name and address. Unlicemwd Ji)ogl< -Tliotiiac Jones, Tanyffoexid, Rhiw, was fined 50s. John Roberts, Caohir, Bodferin, William Williams, Parciau. Brenin, Abardaron, for having a dog for which they y had no licence, anA John Htghes, Edern, wete tined £5, with a recommendation ,that it be reduced to 2!>i; John Jones, Brynhynog, Jiryncroes, and David Jones, Llanllawenfawr, Aber- daron, were each tilled 25s. Elizabeth Griffiths, Crugan, Llan- faelrhys, Mary ffonec, Rhwngi'ddwyborth, Mary and Anne Jones, Minffordd, were, each finefi 25s., with a recemmendation that the fine e reduoed to 12s. jd. Griffith Hughes, Morfa, Aberdaron, was charged with the same otfenco. This was an exceptional case. — Mic J. T. Kvans, stamp of tit*, Pwll- !heli, said on the 21st of March he granted two licences to defendant, who called upon him after nine u.-W. He appeared excited and in trouble, and told witness tkat an excise officer and a police officer had called upon him. dem and- ing to see his licence. He insinuated tw witness that he should antedate the licence, and he told him he conhl not do thai.— The Beech, to mark their disapprobation nf his having tried to tamper with the officer of the Stamp Office, fined defendant KH, without any recommendation as to reduction. Donkey atmi/iiif/.— Griffith Evans, FelhiLsa, LLuigian, waa lined 6d., and costs. Temporary Licence.—"Sir. Ivor Parrv made ail application for Temporary Licence.—"Sir. Ivor Parrv made ail application for temporary transfer of a licence of dw Royal Oak Inn, Llan- gybi, to Mr. John Williams the application was granted. Drunk,—P.S. Richard Owen v. Hugh Jones, Llithfaen, who I -Filled 2s. ad.) and 17a. costs. i

ICAPELIBANGQR, PENLLWYNB MARRIA<;F. REJOICINGS.—From the excitement displayed in this neighbourhood early on Wednesday morning, April Jtb, it was evitlent that some unnsual occurrence was to take place. The bells rang, and guns were firell continually. A very brge concourse of people were gathered together, there were many decorations, and mottoes showed that the happy event to be celebrated was the marriage of Miss Mary Jane Rowlands, Bangor Cottage, to Mr. David Llewelyn Evans, Troedrhiwlwba. The villagers showed deep interest on the occasion, and vied with each other in their demonstrations of Joy and respect to the happy pair. Every house hoisted its colours and the kind people, in their exuberance of rejoicing, exhibited considerable ingenuity in the manner in which they utilised every converti- ble thing as a temporary banner. A triumphal arch was erefcted at Maesbangor andTynllidiart hearing suitable mottoes, such as "Long life and Happiness," &c. The interior of Penllwyn Chapel was beautifully decorated by the young ladies of the neighbourhood. Irs. Bon- sall, Glanrheidol, very kindly sent her gardeners with some splendid plants from her greenhouse, and there were also some very fine flowers from Broncastell. The bridesmaids were Jliss Rowlands, Cefncoed, Miss James, Abercwmdoleu, :liss Evans, Troedrhilwlwba. The marriage ceremony was per- formed by the Rev. T. C. Edwards, L'niversity College,Wales,and as the bridal party were going out of the chapel, flowers were strewn under the bride's feet, and showers of rice were thrown at them by the young ladies. The bridal party left for Bangor Cottage, from whence, after the wedding breakfast had heen partaken of, the happy pair set out on their honeymoon. There were present besides those above mentioned, :\1r. Jones, of Swansea, who acted as best man, Master Johnny James, Llwyniorwerthisa, Mr. James, Llwyniorwerth, Mr. James, Abercwmdole, Mr. Evans, Troedrhiwlwba, the father of the bridegroom, Mrs. J. H. Davies, chemist, Aberystwyth. The wedding presents were numerous and costly.

LLANDDEWI BREFI. EISTEDDFOD. An eisteddfod was held on Good Friday, under the presidency of the Rev. A. Oliver, Llandewi Breft The adjudicators were—Of the essays, translations, recitations, &c., the Rev. A. Oliver and Mr. Rhystyd Davies, C.M.; of the poetry, Mr. Thomas Tudno Jones, Bangor; and of the singing, Mr. Nathaniel Evans, A.C., Devil's Bridge. Mr. Daniel Evans, Rhysgog, acted as conductor. AFTERNOON MEETING. An address by the President. Bardic address by Mr. Rhystyd Davies. Quartet, "Jerusalem Nefol," four parties competed, best, Mr. John Francis, Llanddewi, and party. Solo, bass, "The eagle," eight competed, best, Mr. Wm. Morgan, Llanfair. Adjudication on the stanza to the Gun," best, Mr. Jenkin Jenkins (Aeronian). Recitation," Job," best Mr. DanieljDavies, Morfa. Song. "'Rwy'nbywar law fy hun," by Mr. N. Evans, A.C. Competition in singing the tune "Manheim;" two choirs competed, Gogoyan Choir, under the leadership of Mr. Charles Lewis, and Llanddewi Choir, under the leader- ship of Mr. Charles Lewis, and Llanddewi Choir, under the leadership of Rhystyd. The prize was awarded to the last choir. Solo, 'Rwy'n fam i faban arall;" three com- peted, best Mrs. Jannett Lewis, Llanddewi. Adjudication, "HiraThoddaid," the late Wm. Williams, Llanddewi Brefi; the prize-taker was Mr. Rhystyd Davies. Competition in singing "Molwch yrArglwydd" (Dr. Parry); this was the chief choral competion of the day. Three choirs com- peted—Tregaron, Llanio, and Llanfair, the best choir be- ing that of Tregaron, under the leadership of Mr. Evan Evans (Caronian). The adjudication on these choirs brought the afternoon meeting to a close. EVENING MEETING. Song by Mr. N. Evans, A.C., Haner Nos," composed by him for the occasion (encored). Solo tenor, Mae'r Brenin wedi d'od," six competed; best, Mr. Chas. Lewis, weaver, Llanddewi Brefi. Recitation, Croesaw gwraig yty," two competed; 1, Miss R. Jones, Nantcwnlle; 2, Miss Letitia Davies, Ddol, Llanddewi Brefi. Competi- tion in singing the tune, "Llangoedmor," five choirs com- peted, namely, Cefnllwyn, Llanio, Prysg, Gogoyan, and Bronbyrfe; 1, Llanio Choir (leader, Mr. Wm. Davies, carpenter, Llanddewi Brefi. Adjudication on the trans- lation of "Cruelty to Animals"; prize divided between Mr. M. Morgans, Albion House, Tregaron, and Mr. Thomas Evans, Rhysgog. Competition in singing, "The two sailors," two parties competed 1, Charles Lewis and Thomas Davies. Adjudication on the poem to Llan- ddewi Brefi" prize divided between Thomas Evans, Rhysgog, and Wm. Lloyd, Pant. Sola alto, Y Robyn goch," four children competed; 1, Miss R. Jones, Nant- cwnlle. Areithioar yr, Enllibwr," three competed 1, Mr. David Davies, Cefnllwyn, Llanddewi Brefi. Song by Mr. N. Evans, Does dim ond deuddeg gini am sincio at y dwr." Adjudication on the essay, four competed 1, Aeronian. Competition in singing, "Dyddiau Hyfryd" 1, John Francis and party. Adjudication on the "Bryddest ar Samson" 1, "Glan Rheidol." Competition in sing- ing, Rwy'n caru dweyd yr hanes 1, Llanddewi Brefi Choir.

BIRTHS. MARRIAGES. & DEATHS. No announcement* of marriages are inserted without suffiàent authentication, for want of which, announcement sent to w; are sometimes omitted. A charge of Is. is m-ade for the words No Cards." d:c., in marriages, and any addition to the simple record of deaths. BIRTHS. WILUAMs-April 20th, the wife of Mr H. Williams, New-street, Portmadoc, of a son. MARRIAGES. BUROETT—MORRIS—April 22nd, at the Parish Church, Llan- badarn Fawr, by the Rev. J. Pugh, G. D. Burdett, manager of the Rhyl Branch of the London and Provincial Bank, to Claudia Hannah, second daughter of Capt. Thomas Morris, Queen's-road, Aberystwyth. EVA:-OS-ROWLA:-OD-April24th, at Penllwyn Chapel, by the Rev. T. C. Edwards, Da".id Llewellyn Evans, grocer, Swansea, to Mary Jane, daughter of the late Isaac Rowland, Bangor Cot- tage, PenH wyn. SZLUMPER—WILLIAMS—April 24th, at the Church of St. Idloes. Montgomeryshire, by the Rev. J. Harries Jones, M.A., Alfred W. Szlumper, of Aberystwyth, to Frances Margaret, only child of the late Capt. John Williams, of Aberystwyth. WILLIAMS—JONES—April 9th, at the Wesleyan ChapeI,.Machyn- lleth, by the Rev. John Hughes, in the presence of Mr. L. Williams, the bridegroom's father, Mr. D. Davies WilIia.tns, accountant, to Miss Lizzie Jones, Ffrydd Farm, Machynlleth. DEATHS. BECHTLE-April 22nd, aged 61, at Queen's-road, Aberystwyth, Wm. Thös. Bechtle, retired confectioner. BOTTWOOD-April12th, aged -69, at Prospect-street, Aberyst- wyth, Wm. Bottwood, mariner. BTRKEL—April 15th, aged 60, at High-street. Aberystwyth, Mrrgaret Burrel, cook. DAVIES—April 19th, aged SO, Mr. John Davies, bookbinder, Dol- gelley. DAVIES—April 22nd, aged 5S, at Brook-street, Corwen, Gwen Davies, wife of Edwd. Davies, hte of Llansilin. DAVIES—April 11th, aged 8a, Thos. Davies, smith, Four,Crosses, Llandysilio ])i;vr—March 29th, aged -64., at Toronto, Canada, John Dent, engineer, late of Newtown. DUNN—April 19th, aged 5 months, at Quebec Cottage, Issayn- dre Hannah Jane, daughter of Samuel Youlden Dunn, ac- countant. EVANS—April 11th, aged 74, at Penbrynodyn, I chajndre, Mar- garet Evans, witlow of Jenkin Evans, carrier. HOLL— April 9th. aged 72, at Plasmeredith, Bemew, Mary, widow of Edwd. Holl. HUGIŒs-Aprilllth, aged 81, at High-street, Aberystwyth, Jane Hughes, wife of David Hughes, ioiner. HUGHES—April 11th,aged 19, at Llainwen, Llanychaiarn, Eliza- beth Hushes, daughter of Edwd. Hughes, joiner. HUGHES—April 11th,aged 22, at Northgate-street, Aberystwyth Richd. Hughes, joiner. HUGHES—April 13th, aged 59, at Portland-lane, Aberystwyth, Morgan Hughes, gardener. JENKINS—April ISth, aged ri7, Mr. John Jenkins, mariner, Borth. JONES—April 21st, aged 69, at Givllestra, Islaw'rdref, Dolgelley, Mrs. Lowry Jones, willow of Mr. n. ,Jones, Tynllidiart, dref, near Dolgelley- JONES—April 24th, John Jones, Belandeg, Manafon, Mont- gomeryshire. JON as—April (ith, aged 18 months, David Francis, son of Mr. Griffith Jones, Plasynghynllwyd, Llanuwchllyn. JONES—April 7th, aged i), Jane Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. G. Jones, Plasynghynllwyd, Llanuwchllyn. JO:-OEs-Aprillth, aged 1 month, at Trefechan, Aberystwyth, Kate Jones, daughter of Joseph Jones, ship carpenter. LLOYD—April 21st, Mr. John Lloyd, late of Glasdir, Penmaen- pool. MORGAN—April 22nd, aged 53, Mr. Rowland Morgan, High- street, Tremadoc. OSBOKNE-April 17th, aged 79, at Moorvstreet, Aberystwyth, Hannah Osborne, dyer. OWEN—April 16th, aged 93, at Cobler's Gate, Llandinam, Mrs. Susan Owen. ROHEuTs-April 19th, aged 24, at North parade, Aberystwyth, Emily, daughter of Jacob Roberts, surgeon. SCOTT--April (ith- aged 79, at Llety Domlyn, Ll3.nrwst, Archi- bald Scott. • THACKAIN—April 21st, aged 3S, at Mill-street, Aberystwyth, Richd. Thackain, mariner. THOMAS—April 22nd, aged 76, at Vulcan-street, Aberystwyth. Mary Thomas, widow of David Thomas, master mariner. TIotACY- April 2nd, at Carnanon, Anthonv Wingtiehl Tracy. son of the late John Tracy, of Ipswich. WILLIAMS—April aged 83, at the residence of her daughter, The Weeg, Dolfor, Keaiali Williams.

By Press Association Telegram. BIRMINGHAM CORN MARKET.—THURSDAY. There was a small attendance at this day's market, and the supply of English wheat was short, with prices about the same as last week. There was a moderate business done in American wheat.

BRISTOL CORN MARKET.—THURSDAY. The supply of English wheat was light, and last week's prices were about maintained. Foreign fully as dear as last week. There was a moderate consumptive demand for barley, at barely the prices of last week. Maize in good request, sound corn being the turn dearer. Oats steady.

BRISTOL CATTLE MARKET.—THURSDAY. There was a full supply of beef, and a quiet sale, at 82s. per cwt. for best, and 70s. to 75s. for inferior. Sheep were plentiful, and selling at 8d. to 9d. per lb.; lamb»-, lid. tor Is. The store cattle trade was quiet. There were 1,700' pigs, and all sold at lis. to lis. 6d. per score.

GENERAL. The dining-hall and library at Keble College, Oxford, ffche foundation-stone of which was laid by Lord Salis- bury two years ago, was opened on Thursday with a re- ligious ceremony, at which he Bishop of the Diocese officiated. Among the distinguished visitors present weca Mr. W. E. Gladstone, Mr. Gathorne Hardy, Lord Selkourne, Earl Beauchamp, &c.

ABERYSTWYTH. Arrived.—H. E.Taylor (ss), Richards, Bristol; Thomas, James, Milford New Providence, Lamshire. Falmouth; Star (s) Rolls, Cardiff; Anu. Hughes, Chester Ina Lass, Morgans, New Quay. Sailed.—H. E. Taylor (ss), Richards, Liverpool; Rhei- dol, Williams, Britonferry; Thomas, James, wansea; Wellington, Griffiths, Saudswall; Caroline Spooner, j Hughes, Cardiff; Star (s), Rolls, Cardiff: Margaret Ann, Thomas, Llauhniarn New Providence, Lamshire. <

[ TREGYNON CONCERT.—A concert in aid of the funds for the new harmonium at the Wesleyan Chapel in this place was given on Friday evening, April 19, by friends from Tre- gynon and Newtown. The chair was ably filled by Mr. Robert Pryce, Pentrellivior. The proceedings commenced by singing a hymn, followed by a suitable prayer by the Chairman. The solo and chorus by the Wesleyan scholars of "Save me at the Cross," was then well rendered. Mr. R. Price, New Mills, gave an excellent reading, and well delivered. "Who is He," by Misses Williams and Jones, of Newtown, and chorus, met with applause. The trio, "Disdainful of danger," from the oratorio of "Judas Maccabseus," given by Miss Phillips, Messrs. D. Davies and R. Andrews drew forth well-merited expressions of approval. "The Resurrection morn" and God is with us," was feelingly rendered by Misses Stevens and Jones, of Pentrellivior. Mrs. H. Stapeley and Mr. T. Evans were warmly applauded in their playing of Mozart's Splendente te deus" upon the harmonium and violin. Mr. H. Stapeley then read a fragment of a sermon entitled "prayer and potatoes." with telling effect. Will you meet me at the fountain" by Miss Annie Griffiths, of Newtown, was tastefully given and met with a. well-deserved encore. Obliging the com- pany, Miss Griffiths sang with equally good feeling, "Yet there is room." The duet "When shall we two meet again," by Miss Phillips and Mr. D. Davies, and the song" Father pray with me to-night," by Miss Phillips, and chorus received deserved applause. Votes of thanks to the ladies and gentlemen who had kindly given their services for the occasion and also to the Chairman, were proposed and carried by acclamation, and the pro- ceedings terminated by singing the well-known hymn "In the sweet by and bye." Mrs. H. Stapeley and Mr. R. Price and Mr. T. Evans were efficient in their duties as accompanists.

VAN, LLANIDLOES WESLEYAN CHAPEL ANNIVERSARY'.—A. series of meet- ings was commenced on Wednesday, April 17, with a very able lecture on "Xerth arferiad," by the Rev. J. Evans, of Liverpool, which was followed on Thursday and Friday with sermons by the Rev. Dr. Jones, Mr. Jones, Tv- ddewi, and the Rev. S. Davies, Bangor. The meetings were very well attended, the beautiful weather which prevailed during the greater part of the week, no doubt. conducing to this result.

SARN A DOG CHASE.—For some time the farmers in the neighbourhood of Montgomery, Churchstoke, Mainstone, and Bishop's Castle had suffered severely frem the ravages of a dog amongst their sheep and lambs, and some time ago the animal which was supposed to be the culprit was chased from Mainstone to Red Hopton, whereitwaslost, but some time after, information was sent that the dog was in the neighbourhood of Sarn, and a sharp look out was kept. On Tuesday Mr. Richard Williams, blacksmith, the Sarn, saw a dog, answering the description, coming up the road from Gwernygoe. Mr. Green, of the Pant, who was in chase of the animal, fortunately met with Mr. Anslow, of Gwenthrew (also on horseback), and they at once pro- ceeded to Cwmearl, where a band of volunteers were or- ganized under Mr. Hughes and Mr. Green, to go in pur- suit of the animal. The covers and fields of the north side of the Sarn were then carefully searched, and a brick- burner named White discovered the dog going across the valley in the direction of Bahaillon wood. The view halloo" was sounded and pursuit was given. The animal was followed from Bahaillon wood to Old Hall hill, across to Cwmearl, and thence to the Sibwll farm, where he was captured. A post-mortem examination of the con- tents of his stomach was made, from which it was evident that he was the depredator, and that some of his depre- dations must have been committed but a very short time before he was fortunately discovered. The dog was a cross-bred retriever. He had a band of silver grey around his neck running down for the throat. This band, until the time of his capture, was taken to be a leather collar.

MONTGOMERY THE CALVINISTIC METHODISTS.—TEA MEETING AND CONCERT.—This annual meeting was held on Good Friday. The Sunday School scholars, with their parents, teachers, and friends, met at the Calvinistic Chapel, at two o'clock, and there formed in procession, and proceeded to the Town Hall, where a sumptuous repast was provided for them. The following ladies, who took an active part in waiting on their guests, were Miss S. James, Miss Richards, Miss Jones, Mrs. Soley, and Mrs. Tomley. After tea the company adjourned to a field kindly lent by Mr. E. R. James, where they enjoyed themselves in various sports, and were regaled with sweets and oranges, kindly given by Mr. Robert Evans. At 6.30 a concert was held in the chapel, the Rev. John Davies presiding. Addresses were delivered by Messrs. E. R. James, W. G. James, E. Jones, and Robert Evans. The following was the pro- gramme :—"Arise, shine," the Choir; "Oh, Christian. awake," School Children; air, "Arm, arm, ye brave," Mr. John Withers; "Come ye blessed." School Children anthem, In Jewry is God known," the Choir; air, Honour and arms," Mr. J. Withers; duet by Miss Sheppard and Miss E. Evans anthem, "Behold how good and joyful," Choir. Too much praise cannot be awarded to Miss Williams, of Newtown, as accompanist, and Mr. John Withers as conductor. The usual vote of thanks to the Chairman terminated a very pleasant meet- ing. CONFIRMATION.—On Saturday, April 13, a confirmation was held in Montgomery Parish Church by the Lord Bishop of Hereford. About SO candidates were present. a great many coming from the neighbouring parishes. A very earnest address was given by the Bishop both before and after the ceremonv. Among the clergy present were the Rev. J. E. Hill, Welshpool, Rev. J. Burd, Chirbury, Rev. D. L. Boyes, Welshpool, Rev. Archdeacon Ffoulkes. Llandyssil, Rev. F. W. Parker, Montgomery, Rev. F. O. Philpot, and Rev. R. M. White. Churchstoke, Rev. J. E. Vine, Forden. and; Rev. J. F. B. Wollaston, Mont- gomery.

MEIFOD THE CUCKOO.—This little harbinger of spring was first seen and heard in Ais neighbourhood during theffine and mild days of last week. VESTRY.—At a meeting of the parishioners of this parish, held in the Vestry-room, presided over by the Rev. D. R. Thomas, vicar, Mr. Charles W. Williams Wynn, M.P., and Mr. Kelley, Frondeg were elected lay delegates for the parish at the Diocesan Conference to be held in Oswestry on Thursday and Friday, April 25th and 26th. SPECIAL SERVICES. — During Lent special services have been held in the Parish Church, when the following clergymen preached :—The Revs. J. Mcintosh. Llanerfyl, T.J. Jones, Llanfair, D. Lewis, Llangyniew, Wm. Davies, Bwlchycibnu, D. R. Thomas, Meifod, and Dr. James, Pont Robert. Each of the services was largely attended. The Rev. D. R. Thomas, vicar of Meifod, has also preached three sermons at the house of Mr. Price, CWlll Nfi.nty-y-Meichiad, in Welsh. GOOD FRIDAY.—Special services were held in the Parish Church at ten in Welsh, with Holy Communion. English at eleven with Holy Communion English again at three, and Welsh at six p.m. The sermons were preached by the Rev. D. R. Thomas, vicar of the parish. Collections were made at the close of the morninc services in "id of the funds of the Church Extension Building Society.—The Wesleyans of this place held their annual anniversary on Thursday and Friday, April 18 and 19, when sermons were preached to very large congregations by the Rev. R. Jones. Abergele (secretary of the North Wales District), and the Rev. Isaiah Jones, of Didsbury, near Manchester. A public tea meeting was also held in the Old Wesleyan Chapel, at half-past three on Good Friday, when a very large company sat down to an excellent tea. All the pro- visions for the tea meeting were given by the following ladies, who also presided at the tea tables :—Mrs, Lloyd, The-Shop, Mrs. Tudor, Grwnainlwg, Mrs. Evans, Celyn, Mrs. Tudor. Pentre. Mrs. Jones, Pentrego, Miss Evans, Main, £ Mrs. Edwards, Main, Mrs. Hopkins, Alltfawr. Mrs. Roberts, Bronymain, Mrs. Davies, Corner Shop, and Mrs. Griffiths, Tanyfron. The proceeds will be in aid of the Chapel Funds.

WELSHPOOL S1. MARY'S CHURCH.—On Easter Day the church of St. Mary was beautifully decorated with flowers, ever- greens, &c., the decorations being the work of the .vicar, the Rev. J. E. Hill, the curates, and the ladies of the congregation. CLODDIA PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHAPEL.—Anniver- sary services were held in connection with this place of worship on Sunday, April 21. The services were con- ducted and sermons preached by Mrs. Hewlett. There were large congregations. CRICKET.—A committee was held on Wednesday night. April 17, to arrange matches and give the order for materiel for the season. Present Rev. D. L. Boyes (captain), Messrs. R. Harrison, .T. R. Jones. T. Fortune. A. Harper, A. J. Blair, and Mr. W. S. Clarke (hon. sec.). The opening match takes place this day (Wednesday) at 1 p.m.—Officers of Montgomery Rifles Y. Welshpool Cricket Club. Mr. H. Baines ha.s been selected to play in the colts' match at Lord's on Monday, 6th May. CLOSING-OF MONTGOMERY COeXTY PRlSo-The Mayor (Mr. S. Davies), has received a letter from the Secretary of State to say that on and after the 1st May the Mont- gomery County Prison will he closed, and requesting that' all prisoner whose term of imprisonment will extend beyond th&t date should be committed to Shrewsbury prison. BAZAAR.—A fancy bazaar was held on Easter Tuesday in the Infant Schoolroom. There was a large collection of useful and ornamental articles for sale, and there was a very respectable attendance, and business was brisk. Owing to the articles being so numerous, the sale WMo ad- journed until Wednesday. The stalls were held by Mrs. Thompson Harrison and other ladies. APPOINTMENT OF INSPECTOR OF NUISANCES AND SCHOOL ATTENDANCE OFFICER.—A special meeting of the Council -was held on Wednesday, April 17, for the purpose con- sidering the applications which had been received from candidates for these offices. Present Mr. S. Davies (Mayor), Aldermen T. Jones and E. Jehu, Councillors G. Morris, J. P. Jones, W. Withy, G. D. Harrison, J. Piyce, W. Rowlands, R..Tones, and E. Jones {Town Clerk).—The following applied for the offices :—W. Hum- phreys, 9. Salop-road. J. Farmer, Infant School, T. Evaiis, Union-street, Edwd. Pryce, Tanhouse, W. Jones, Berriew-road. Welshpool, Jomi Wynn, National School, | ButtHagton, A. Fewtrell, Much Wenlock, John Pryce, Whitehaven, Oswestry. J. E. Williams, Pool Quay, David Conde, Berriew, and Wm. Jones, Oldham. Mr. Edwd. Pryce, Tanhouse, was unanimously elected. TOWN COUNCIL.—There has been no opposition to the candidature of Mr. E. T. D. Harriton for the vacant seat. EASTER VESTRY.—A vestry meeting was held on Mon- day. 22nd April, the Vicar, the Rev. J. E. Hill, in the chair. Mr. W. Farmer was re-elected vicar's warden, and Messrs. J. Sayce, W. Lee, andT. Morris, re-eleoted parish wardens for the middle, upper, and lower divisions respec- tively. WELSH INDEPENDENT CHAPEL.—The annual TSA. MEETING and concert in connection with this place of worship took place on Good Friday. There was a good attendance in the afternoon at the tea and at the concert at night. The following ladies presided at the tnbles M~Tones, Church Bank, Mrs. Chetter, Broad-street. Mrs. Rider and Miss Sambrook, Broad-street, Mrs. Davis, Cobden-street, Mrs. R. Jones, High-street, Miss Jones, Bryr.elen. Mrs: and Miss Rees, Hall-street. Miss Francis, Hall-street Mrs. and Miss Ellis. Miss C. Jones. Mis.? M. Williams, Broad-street, and Mrs. Evans, Red Bank. The provisions were supplied by Mr. Robertson, Broad-street. The con- cert was held in the Assembly Rooms at 7.30. The room was well filled, and the audience seemed well pleased with the performances, as will be seen from the repeated encores. The choir, which consisted of upwards of 40 voices, was ably conducted by Mr. C. H. Jones. Mr. W. P. Phillips presided at the organ (Lsty s American). The following was the programme :—Canon. "Awake thou that sleepest," Choir solo. The Guardian Angel." Mr. C. H. Jones (encored) chorus, Lift up your heads." Choir solo, He shall feed his flock," Miss J. Kissack (encored): overture, organ, "Gloria," Mr. W. P. Phillips: song Too late, Mr. 1. Pryce (Asaph Myllin). (encored); chorus, "Praise the Lord, 0 Jerusalem," Choir solo Arm; arm, ye brave," Mr. E. Lewis (encored): chorus, "God is gone up with a merry noise," Choir; overture "Hallelujah Chorus," Mr. W. P. Phillips mottet. Go not far from me. 0 God," Choir: ballad, "Y bachgen (lewr," Mr. T. Pryce (encored): glee, "Thy voice of har- mony," Choir (encored); ballad Nancy Lee," Mr. E. Lewis (encored); part song. "The cuckoo sir.gs on the poplar tree," Choir; National anthem. POLICE COURT, SATURDAY, APRIL 20.- Before R. D. Myttcn and E. S. R. Trevor, Esqs. Assault.—David Evans, forinerly of -New Buildinirs, Llansaint- ffraiil, farm servant, was bronght up by P.C. Owen Lewis under a warrant. The prisoner had been summoned to LIandysilio Petty Sessions but did not appear. The complainant, John Wynn, Trewvlan, said—The prisoner was a perfect stranger to me. He came into the stackyard on the 30th March, and with- out any provocation knocked me down and kicked me in a most brutal manner. I ;ot awty from him and went into the build- ing but prisoner followed me and repeated the assault. I have been suffering from his violence since the 30th. and have been under Dr. Edwardes's care. A certificate was produced from Dr. Edwardes, Llansaintffraid, stating that complainant had a rib dislocated and his lungs affected by prisoners ill-treatment, and that his eyes were completely closed for some days.-The prisoner could not assign anr cause for treating complainant in the way lie did.—The magistrates considered it a most brutal assault and sentenced prisoner to two months' hard labour in Shrewsbury gaol.

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DEPUTATION TO MR. HOLLAND, M.P. On Saturday, April 20th, a deputation representing the elementary teachers of Merionethshire waited upon Mr. Holland, M.P., at his country residence, Caerdeon, with the object of laying before the honourable gentleman certain grievances of which they in common with the rest of teachers throughout the country, complained. Repre- sentatives from the Penllyn and Edeirion, and the Merionethshire Teachers' Associations met at an early hour at the Board School, Barmoutb, where a preliminary meeting was held under the presidency of Mr. Lewisl of the Endowed School, Harlech. The meeting over, the deputation repaired up the lovely and picturesque valley of the Mawddach to Caerdeon. On arriving there, they were ushered into a capa-cious apartment, where they were introduced to the honourable gentleman by Mr. Lewis, Harlech, who ex- pressed himself pleased in having the honour of introduc- ing the deputation to Mr. Holland, feeling convinced that if the condition of the teachers was improved the general cause of education would be benefitted by it; for unless the schoolmasters' profession was made such as to attract to its ranks men of skill and of standing, there were great reasons to fear the state of education would not improve but deteriorate in this country. Of late the duties and responsibilities of the elementary schoolmaster had been very considerably increased but without commensurate remuneration for the extra work imposed upon him. He is now not only asked to teach and instruct those committed to his charge in the" rudiments of letters;" but is called upon to do an amount of clerical work that demands a great sacrifice of his private time and leisure. For if that sacrifice is not made, then the work must be done in school hours, and the general management of the school must in consequence suffer, and the educational results be so far a loss to the parents and children. By the regulations issued by the Education Department in Feb., 1877, numerous forms are ordered to be filled up yearly and forwarded to the Local Authority. These include (1) the name of every child who has been present even once during the civil year (2) the address of the child: (3) his age on the 31st Dec. and (4) the number of attendances made by him during the year. These returns have to be arranged alphabeti- cally. In the majority of cases the school year does not coincide with the civil year for which the returns are demanded. There is therefore a very great deal of labour entailed in obtaining for the Local Authority accurate information. For the accuracy of all facts the teacher is held responsible. For every child henceforth admitted into school a child's book must be filled up, containing particulars as to age, attendance, and progress. These entries are to be made by the teacher. Certificates of attendance and proficiency may be claimed by children after a certain age and progress. These forms must be filled by the teacher. A copy of the duplicate schedule of examination must be made and certified by the teacher for the Local Au- thority. For these an,l other returns demanded by the Edu- cation Department no pay is given, and refusal to furnish any of them is followed by suspension of certificate. The Department acts on the principle of payment by results what is contended for, then, is that this extra clerical work thrown upon the teacher should be met by extra pay. Teachers further complain that they are not afforded op- portunities of being heard in self-defence when charges are made against them detrimental to their character, leading to the suspension and even cancelling of their cer- tificates. Differences may arise between the school- master and his managers—he resigns or receives legal notice to quit. In their report to the Education Depart- ment, the managers give their own version of the affair the master sees it not, however detrimental to his character it may be, and will not, in all probability, until he receives another appointment, when, for the first time he learns that there is a black mark against him on the books of the Department. It now depends on the view his new employers take of the charge laid against him whether they retain his services or not. Whether they regard it lightly or seriously, the schoolmaster is kept entirely in the dark as to the nature of the charge against him, and even if he is informed of it he is without redress. Now, teachers have no wish to shield the negligent, the incompetent, and the dishonest, among them but what they ask is that they should not. in their professional capacities, be denied the right of being publicly heard in self-defence, the same as members of other professions. A paper, embodying the above views (which are in substance the same as were submitted by the Greenwich teachers to Mr. Gladstone), was read by Mr. Jones, of Llandderfel, and handed to Mr. Holland. In reply to questions put by Air. Holland, explanations were given by Mr. Roberts, Towyn, and Mr. Owen, Bala, who en- larged upon the various points touched upon in the momorial. The honourable member replying to the deputation said he had listened carefully to the various matters brought before him by the different speakers, and in the me- morial just submitted to him. Nothing would give him greater pleasuce than to lend his assistance to make the position of the schoolmaster, as far as possible, a comfortable one. That it had greatly improved in recent years, Done could deny, but be it far from him to say it was yet all that could be desired. And he could not help believing that when teachers brought their grievances unitedly before the Educa- tional Department, and, if need be, before Parliament, their just demands would be acceded to. Work that called for extra time and attention from the teacher should in all justice be re- munerative. The hon. gentleman urped the deputation, .oad tht!lse whom they represented, to labour unfailingly in the noble work in which they were engaged, and not to be discouraged by obstables which could offer but temporary resistance. Justice would have its way, and they would tind that what they deserved bv reward in the discharge of their arduous duties would be sure to "follow. A vote of thanks to Mr. Holland for the very kind manner in which he had received the deputation, was pro- posed by Mr. Anson, Llanbedr, and seconded by Mr Owen Bala. This over, the deputation were conducted to an adjoin- ing room to partake of an excellent luncheon laid out for them there. The hon. member presided, and by his verv kind and sociable Vtearing made all present feel quite at home." On rising from luncheon the deputation were shown over the erounds an3 then taking leave of Mr. Holland withdrew. 6 aS'

PETITIONS FOR LIQUIDATION.— William Andrew No- bold, Meole Brace, Salop; Patrick Walsh, Wrexham, travelling draper Henry John Williams, Brynteg Beth- er,da, Carnarvon, general dealer Owen Parry Wrexham, Denbigh, grocer and machine fitter; Richard Harvey, of Ponterwyd, in the parish of Llanbadarn-fawr, Cardigan mine agent. PARTNERSHIPS DISSOLVED.—H. Dennis, of Wrexham • W. Eddy, of Fron, near Llangollen J. Jones, of Oswes- try; and E. Thomas, of Handsworth, near Birmingham at Ruabi.n, Denbighshire, under the style of the Cefn Freestone Quarry Company. THE UJ PER SEVERN AND VERMEW, C. -Fishermen' weather and water at l:ist. The welcome change took place on Friday night, and we hatol a splendid soft rain from the south on Satur- day, bringing a nice littie fresh down on Sunday morning We have had April showers this week, and another rise in the water yesterday. To-day the Verniew is in tine order for fly. Not- withstanding that both weather and water have been favourable for anting this week sport has been very disappointing. The trout..10 not rise well, and there are very few flies on the water Vegetation is making pant strides after the rain, and the country is looking veri, Anglers out for the Easter holidays ought to get good sport. -A. < April is) in The Field. CAMBRIAN ^RAILWAYS.—Approximate return of traffic leccipts for tno week ending 21st April, 1S78. Miles open, 17SI. Passengers parcels, &c., 91,715: mer- eiiandise, minerals, and live stock, £ 1,967 total for the week, £ 3,08-. Actual traffic receipts for the ccrrespond- -o- week List year. Miles open, 173], Passengers, parcels, &«.. £ 1,520; merchandise, minerals, and°live stock, £ 2,10y; total for the week, £ 3,629. Aggregate from commencement of half-year to this date ef,i '70° • l;-st year.. £ 53,34!.

Dolgelley and Barmouth Junction, and reach 1 their destination at half-past eight instead of half-past fixe. In summer scarcely a day passes when weary victims of this kind may not be seen between Barmouth Junction and Aberystwyth. The accelerated mail train will advan- tage Aberystwyth by bringing London pas- sengers into that town an hour sooner. It was the last hour that made itself felt when the mail reached Aberstwyth at half-past eight. Now is the time when efforts should be made to urge the claims of Wales on the holiday-making, pleasure and health-seeking public in the large towns end cities of the United Kingdom. A good deal might be done at slight cost, but very little can be ac- complished without some expendituie and co- operation. In many towns there are Improve- ment Committees whose sole object is to promote and assist movements calculated to increase the prosperity of the places where such committees exist. The peculiarity of the district between Pwllheli and Aberaeron is that there are about a dozen summer resorts, and not one of them able, like Southport or Scarborough, to spend a large sum of money. To attempt to unite the lot in one effort would entail more labour than any single individual can give, and the attempt might fail. Still in these days it ought not to be im- possible to do something that would tend to in- crease the number of visitors, and so benefit everybody in the district.