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IIS IT "LIGHT" OR "NIGHT"…
IS IT "LIGHT" OR "NIGHT" THAT COMETH? IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS FOR "MASTER" AND "MAN." THE dominant interest of the day is not Religion and not Politics, but Industrialism. On every hand we find men arrayed against masters and masters arrayed against men. On both sides hard thoughts and hard words are being indulged in, and, alas! there is every likelihood of the real issues of the ques- tions in dispute being lost sight of, and other issues of a more dangerous nature being raised. The workmen are too apt to con- centrate their ill-feeling and their effort against the masters, and the masters are in el equal danger, in many cases, of directing their dislike against themen.. Whatisneededat the present time is a recognition of the truth that there is something more at stake in the conflicts of present-day Industrialism than the mere selfishness of the employers or the employed. If it were a mere battle between two selfish hosts, a rich host and a poor host, calm-minded people might be contented to look on quietly, and wait until the com- batants had learnt the lessons which fierce fighting inevitably brings in its train. But, unluckily, over and above the question of the mere assessment of how much wages ought to be paid to the men, and how much profit ought to be retained by the masters, there remains, looming darkly in front of us, the question whether such conflicts as these can be waged without inflicting serious and, indeed, irreparable injury upon the Industry of the British Empire. No doubt, there is a certain amount of comfort in the thought that the discontent with present conditions, and the determination of the wage earner to secure a larger proportion of the profits of industry, are not confined wholly to our own country, but are pretty general phenomena in the whole of the older nations of Europe. But still there are national jealousies as well as local, aI1: there is a danger of one nation out-bidding and under-selling another, just as there is of one tradesman under-selling another tradesman in the same street. England's greatness at the present moment admittedly depends, not so much upon the area and value of her lands, not so much upon the invincible strengh of her army or navy, but upon her ability to compete favourably with her staple trades in the markets of the world. And successful competition in the markets of the world implies good work and reasonable wages on the part of English working-men, as well as good supervision and reasonable profits on the part of English manufacturers and employers. The manufacturer who takes too large a profit out of his business, and the working man who demands too large a wages for his work, injure the trade which supports them. Their conduct tends as truly to kill the goose that lays the golden eggs as does the conduct of the manufacturer who sends out bad material, and of the workman who puts into the goods inferior or careless workmanship. In point of fact, the whole matter comes back to the individual question of fair-mindedness and moral considerativeness in both master and man. The demonstrations which take place all over the country in favour of the so-called Rights of Labour are dangerous, because leaders overlook, for the most part, the Re- sponsibilities of Labour. Swansea was visited last week by Labour Leaders, so-called, and the town was processionized in a very lively manner, and eventually addressed by Mr. Ben Tillett. Against Mr. Tillett, as a well-meaning man, as a man moved by the desire to improve the condition of his fellows, we have not a word to say; but against Mr. Ben Tillett, the promoter of discontent, the enthusiastic advocate of perilous schemes of social change, based upon selfishness, and to be carried out on the lines of a battle between contending hosts of selfish fighters, we do feel that something ought to be said by way of warning. Here is one of the songs of the demon- strators THE COMING OF THE LIGHT. Hark! the Bound of many voices proclaims the dawn of day, And in the glow of morninf the shadows fade away L. i the trumpet oall is ringing, and tke sky is clear and bright, And your masters flee in terror at the Coming of the Light! 0, the Coming of the Light! 0, the Coming of the Light! Lo your waster4 flee in terror at the Coming of the Light! March march! ye swarming myriads, from the alley and the slum See, the gods of this world tremble with a fear that strikes them dumb; Arm! arm! then, and make ready, for ye know that might is right, And the workers' strength shall prove it at the Coming of the Light! 0, the Coming of the Light! 0, the Coming of the Light! ALd the workers' strength shall prove it at the Coming of the Light! Rise again the blood-red banner, that your masters fear to see, With the Phrygian cap upon it that tells of liberty! Once more, then, raise that banner, short and brief shall be the fight, For the people march to battle at the Coming of the Light! 0, the Coming of the Light! 0, the Coming of the Light I When the people march to battle at the Coming of tie Light! Now, beneath the rule of robbers, the world grow* Had and old, The people bound and fettered by a chain of glit- tering gold; But when the trumpet aouqdetb, the world shall see a sight! The golden chain is broken at the Coming of the Light! 0, the Coming of the Light I 0, the Coming of the Light! The golden chain is broken at the Coming of the Light! And here, following it, is a Parody, written by a thoughtful local Manufacturer:- THE COMING OF THE NIGHT. Hark, the aound of Bolemn voices forewarns the close of day, And in the dusk of evening the light fades faat away. Lo the warning note is sounding, and the aky s no longer bright, And your masters gaze in sorrow on the Coming of the Night! O, that Coming of the Night! O, that Coming of the Night! Lo, your masters gaze in sorrow on the Coming of the Night! List, list, ye thoughtless myriads, from the alley and the slum; Earnest men would give you warning, but of warning ye'll have none. Arm, arm, then, and make ready, since ye sing that might is right; But the workers' want won't prove it on the Coming of the Night 3 O, that Coming of the Night! 0, that Coming of the N ignt! But the workers' want won't prove it on the Coming of the Night! Rise again the blood-red banner that will lead to Anarchy, With the cap and bells upon it that the jester loved to see; Once more, then, raise that banner, cruel and hard shall be the fight, For the people march to hunger on the Coming of the Night! 0, that Coming of the Night! 0, that Coming of the Night! For the people march to hunger on the Coming of the Night! Now, beneath the sway of leaders working men grow sad and old; And these talkers for the workers are but living on their gold. But when workers' thought reviveth, the world shall bless the sight, And a golden dawn shall rise upon the Closing of the Night! 0, that Closing of the Night! And that dawr: of morning bright! Heaven guard and keep us from another Coming Night ■
'--THE MUMBLES RAILWAY AND…
THE MUMBLES RAILWAY AND PIER BILL. Mumbles people will be pleased to learn that the Bill for the extension of time for the purchase of lands and for the completion of the Mumbles Railway and Pier, came on before Mr. Thomas, one of the Examiners of the House of Commons, on Wednesday, for proof of compliance with the preliminary Standing Orders relating to notices. &c., and was passed for the first reading when Parliament opeBs. There was no opposition, and the whole of the orders were duly complied with.
I-.0. A SWANSEA DOCTOR. HAVES…
-.0. A SWANSEA DOCTOR. HAVES HIS PATIENT'S LIFE, BUT MAKES HIMSELF ILL. THERE is nothing that oar local medical men dislike more than to have newspaper reports of the cases which they treat, and yet there are few things more interesting to the general reader than cases of medical and surgical treatment, and the issues of life or death which follow from such treatment. A journalist must not mention one doctor's name in connection with the successful treatment of a patient, or he is likely to incur the disapprobation, if not something stronger, of other membeis of the profession. Therefore, in this instance, no name shall be mentioned. It can, however, be no breach of the most rigid professional etiquette to mention that a doctor, residing within a hundred miles of Swansea,"—that is the conventional phrare,-is just now laid up by reason of the very strenuous and, happily, successful efforts which he made to restore vitality to a patient who had swallowed some laudanum. The task of revivification extended over several hours of hard work, with the windows of the apartment open. Death made a severe struggle with the Doctor, but was overcome at last, and the patient is doing well, but the self-sacrificing doctor is laid up as the result of his efforts.
-"■ THE CONDITION OF OUR STREETS…
THE CONDITION OF OUR STREETS AND OUR STREET BOYS. A PRACTICAL PHILANTHROPIC SUGGESTION. To STVANSEAITES generally, and more especially to those who have occasion, now and again, of paying even a cursory visit to our local law courts at the rear of the Guildhall, the quiet and unostentatious philanthropic work, which the Rev. Oscar Snelling is devoting the whole of his time and ability to is as familiar as household words." We refer more particularly to his indefatigable efforts to raise the social condition of the depraved of the fair sex, and the provision of shelter to the homeless of our young. It goes without saying that the question What shall we do with our boys ?" is becoming a serious one for future consideration, while the fact that hundreds of waifs and strays are either living most precarious lives, or are being imbued with the first lessons essential to a criminal career, makes the query, not only important, but one that must not be left unanswered. Much is being done nowadays, to raise the condition, educationally and otherwise, of the families of the masses, but, with few exceptions, the poorest of the poor receive very little consideration. In delivering the Charge at the recent Glamorganshire Sessions, and about which we had occasion to make a few laconic remarks in a recent issue of the Cambrian, the worthy Stipendiary pellucidly pointed out the necessity for more preventive means in respect of the increase of juvenile offences in the County, and Mr. J. C. Fowler suggested the lack of sufficient Industrial School accommodation as aggravating the evil. The Bench, as administrators of j ustice, undoubtedly find considerable difficulty in dealing with such cases, in consequence of the tender age of the young miscreants, while, even to the inbred rogue, the many commendable features of the First Offenders' Act" apply without the desired effect. Even the numerous prosecutions which have been recently heard at the Swansea Police Court also clearly indicate a flaw somewhere, in regard to the lads who invariably sleep out" and eke out an existence on the streets. Possibly, the worthy Stipendiary, when he referred to the matter, had his mind more particularly on very young offenders, and over which the Truant School Committee have a kind of absolute control; but there are many, and may be hundreds of boys at the present time in Swansea, who lead the same reckless lives, but who are beyond the jurisdiction of the School Board. To this class, the Rev. Oscar Snelling, in conjunction with the kindly Head Constable, Captain Colquhoun, have turned their attention. An idea has been mooted to form a sort of a Boys Brigade, such as is in vogue in most of our large centres. The boys will, in lieu of keeping the crossings clean of mud, be supplied with suitable uniform, food and shelter. It is only fair to say that these gentlemen, although taking the initiative in the present scheme, were not the original movers in the formation of a Boys' Brigade in Swansea, as, some few years ago, Mr. Nichols, the present secretary of the Young Men's Christian Association, started a similar plan. By some means or other, however, this philanthropic effort fell through, and was unfortunately allowed to be abandoned until the present time. Although the scheme will, of course, be worked on a somewhat small scale at the outset, we hear it is the intention of the prime movers ia the matter to try really to benefit the class with whom they are desirous of coming in contact; and not only will a home be pro- vided for them, together with the necessary utensils for the carrying on of the "profes- sion of a crossing-sweeper, but it is hoped that the lads will receive both educational and moral training, so that they will be better fitted for the great battle of life, with equal chances of success with those upon whom Fortune has bestowed her more favourable consideration. This is indeed philanthropy, and deserves the hearty support and co- operation of every generous and. law-abiding citizen of Swansea. But there is one other incalculable benefit that must accrue from such a scheme should it prove successful, and that is the better condition of our public thoroughfares. We need scarcely dilate upon this part of the question, inasmuch as it is uppermost in the public mind at the present moment, though we may say that if this were the only good obtained, as a result of the philanthropic effort, it would confer a boon indeed upon our local community. We feel sure the "copper" which the crossing- sweeper will expect from the pedestrian will be ungrudgingly forthcoming. In reference to the latter remark, we sincerely hope that the public will give the worthy leaders in the movement all the support necessary, as much pecuniary help will naturally be needed for the provision of a shelter for the homeless, ) clothes for the ill-clad, and food for the hungry, to say nothing of the other incidental expenses.
+-THE SWANSEA PHOTOGRAPHIC…
+- THE SWANSEA PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY'S EXHIBITION. A DELIGHTFUL TRIP TH^O^GH THE WHITE MOUNTAINS OF NEW ENGLAND. On Wednesday evening, by kind invitation of Mr Morgan, the secretary of the above society, a considerable number of friends were gathered in the Theatre of the Royal Institution to witness a Lantern Exhibition ef a remarkably beauti- ful and interesting series of photographic slides, illustrating the White Mountain district of New Hampshire and New England, America. The views were for the most part admirably taken, the members of the Boston Camera Club, who are responsible for them, being (Evidently adepts in the use of the camera. The slides set before the interested gathering were Mounts Welling- ton, Madison, Profile Mountain, &c., Ac., and a lively and ex hilarating ascent was made to the summit house of the greatest of the Franconia range. Altogether the views were very enjoyable. The lecture which accompanied them, however, was a far less satisfactory production. It was read by Mr. Terril, with even emphasis but its over-wordy attempts at playing the guide' philosopher, and friend, were so overdone as to be tedious, and a hindrance, rather than a help, to the enjoyment of the pictures. The Boston Camera Club and the Swansea Photographic Society deserve best thanks for the kindly manner in which they lay the productions of their devoted labours at the disposal of the public for general instruction and delight.
OUR MUTUALLY ANATHEMATISING…
OUR MUTUALLY ANATHEMATISING CHRISTIAN SECTS. MODERN RELIGION AS REGARDED FROM THE HOLY CITY. WE, the people of Western Christendom, live so completely within the narrow mental horizons of our own little (distinctive churches and chapels, sects and parties, that we seldom or never become conscious of what we look like in the eyes of people in other parts of the world. The author of the new and delightful little book, entitled In Christ's Country, which is advertised in another column, has the following interesting and instructive para- graphs on the subject of our pitiful Christian divisions into sects and denominations :— On Sunday morning some of us went to the English church, a very respectable little con- venticle near the Tower of David, not far from the Jaffa Gate. The sermon was preached by the Anglican Bishop of Jerusalem, a humble prelate who controls some thirty far-away clergy. The sermon was wanting in local colour, and I amused myself during the service (when Iought, perhaps, to have been better employed) in imagining a con- versation between an intelligent Mahometan in- clined to Christianity, and an English Protestant, preferably a Nonconformist of some orthodox de- nomination, bent upon his conversion. "Suppose.' I fancied the Mahometan saying, "I accept Christianity, how am I to tell which of the two Churches I ought to join, the Catholic or the Greek? Which do you say?" "Oh, neither," replies the Nonconformist. You don't mean to say there are three sects of Christians? Ah, I remember now. there is an Armpaian chapel in your Chur3h of the Holy Sepulchre. You want me to join tke Armenian Church, do you?" Oh dear, no." What, four sects Oh. ye?, I had forgotten the Coptics. Well, explain to me precisely the difference between yon Coptics and the two great Churches." "Well-er-I don't precisely know. But I am not a Coptic. I; was brought up in England, and— The Mahometan stares. "You are not going to tell me (he says) that you English have started &fifth sect of Christian* ? What would you think of the Mahometans if they were ehopped up into five Churchesr" There is a Church connected with the English Government," says the Christian (reddening a little behind the ears); but, to tell you the truth, I don't belong to it. I invite you to join a de- nomination called the Wesleyan Methodist, as the truest repository of Christian truth, and the most correct embodiment of Church government." Oh, come," replies the Mahometan, "this is too absurd. If you are not joking, you Christians have six separate sects, and two sects in England alone The Christian begins to "sizzle." He remem- bers the Baptists and the Independents, and the Primitive Methodists and the Calvinistic Method- ists, and the Scotch Kirk and the Reformed Kirk, and the United Presbyterians, and the Unitarians, and the Bible Christians and the Methcdist New Connection, and all the rest, which no man can number. Candour requires that the intended convert should be informed that our nation is blessed, not with two, but with about thirty sects, all composed, to a larjre extent, of grown-up people, and that he should then be detained for a month or so that the differentiae between all these Churches may be explained, so that he may decide which of them is the one really in possession of the exact truth upon every point. But my imaginary Nonconformist does not rise to his obligations. The situation is "too warm." He flies the scene, and the half-persuaded convert re- lapses giggling. Christ was right after all; a state, or a religion, divided against itself cannot prosper. As long as Christianity means to every outsider, who knows the facts of the case, a mere parcel of sects with- out a common federal government, or fraternity, or mutual sympathy, every brigade and even every squad a jealous rival of every other, it will remain the laughing-stock of other civilised re- ligions. utterly helpless except in civic conflict, or here and there amo: g mere savages, from whom the facts are concealed Meanwhile, Mahometan- ism will goo on conquering India—our own India- hand over hand, though it has no longer the power of the sword to aid the missionary, and though Christianity, in one of its schismatical" forms, is the religion of the ruling power. 4
THE COPPER TRADE.
THE COPPER TRADE. SWANSEA, 28TH JANDAKY. 1892.—Opening metals, Copper quiet, £ 44 10s. to £ 44 15s. cash; f45 to zC45 7e, 6d. for thiee months.
j ♦ OUR LOCAL TRADE, MANUFACTURES…
♦ OUR LOCAL TRADE, MANUFACTURES AND COMMERCE. [SPECIAL REPORT IRT OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT. ] SWANSEA. THURSDAY.—A gratifying improve- ment has been sbowu in the trade of the harboar during the week just closed. The arrivals of tonnage in ballast have beea exceptionally numerous and include a large number of steamers, ranging from 1,000 to 2,800 tons. The imports amount to 10,618 tons, and exports foreign to amount to 10,618 tons, and exports foreign to 38,117 tons, the latter being an increase of 20,000 tons compared with the previous week. The clearances of tin-plateforarnerica amount to about 3,700 which is the largest quantity cleared thence in aay week since June last. Orders for tin-plates for the States are increasing weekly, but owing to the keen competition of local makers prices are still without improvement. The clear- ances (f tin-plates and general goods amounting to 5,179 tons, include 904 tons for France, 300 toBs or Germany, 1.700 tons for New York, 500 toni for New Orleans, and 1,500 tens tons for Philadelphia. The South Wales coal trade is at present very active, and prices are higher, with prospects of a busy period for some tirue to come. Collieries are being worked to their Utmostcapaci y, but notwith- standing this, the output is below the demand. IMPORTS COASTWISE.-Tin-plate bar?, goo tons; tiB-pIates, lib tons iron ore, 169 tons; pitch, 846 tons; flour, grain, etc., 472 tons; chemicals, 124 tons; salt, 248 tons; building material, 488 tons; copper ore, 322 tons sundries, 1,419 tons. IMPORTS FOHEIGN.-PitwooLt, 5M tons; potatoes. 50 tous general 105 tons. Bilbao, iron ore, 1,200 tons. Hamburg, general, 30 ton#. Norway, pit- wood, <11 tons. Gergenti, brimstone, 190 tons. Ergas-teria, mungauese ore, 1,930 tons, Tueicas, copoer ore, 1,012. EXPORTS FORICIGN. -Coal, 26,388 tons; patent fuel, 6,550 tons and tin-plates and general goods, 5 179 tons. ARRIVALS IN THE WSEK.—Steam, 54 vessels. 29,642 toi s sail, 37 vessels, 7,017 tons; total, 91 Vessels, 36,659 tons register,
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t A NEW MAGAZINE. To the making of many books there is no end"; and the same remark surely applies to magazines. We have before ns the first number of the first volume of Longman's School Magazine, a monthly illus- i trated paper. It is edited by Mr. David Salmon, 1 the newlv-appointed principal of the Swansea | Training College.
I"THE CAMBRIAN" IN LONDON.
I "THE CAMBRIAN" IN LONDON. Our readers in the Metropolis are requested to j observe that The Cambrian may now be ol tained every Saturday morning of Mesers. W. H. Everett and Son, Siiisbury-square, Fleet-street, E.C., Newsagents supplied.
LOCAL FIXTURES OF FORTHCOMING…
LOCAL FIXTURES OF FORTHCOMING EVENTS. (For Particulars set Advertisement Columns.) FRIDAY, JANUARY 29. Varieties at the Pavilion, High-street. Man to },fan," at the New Theatre, Wind-st., and to-morrow night. A Noble Coward," at the Theatre Royal, and on Saturdav. MONDAY. FEBRXTAET 1. Varieties at the Pavilion. and every evening, ".Ne,rs Chum," at the New Tneatre. Wind- street, and during the week. First Class, at the Theatre Royal, Temple- street. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2. Public Meeting in connection with the Swanse& British and Foreign Sailors' Society, at the bailors Chapel, Adelaide-street. WEDNESDAY k THURSDAY, FEB. 3 & 4. Sunday School Tree and Sa;e of Work. at Christ Church Memorial HalL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9. Free Lecture, bv Mr. W. T. Stead, at the Albert Hall, oa ';The Christian Church and the General Election." THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18. Grand Evening Concert, at the Albert Hall, in aid of a new hall for Cwmbwrla. MONDAY, MARCH 21. Grand Performance of "J udu Maccabeus, at the Albert Hall. THURSDAY, MAY 5. Tradesmen's May Show and Parade, at Swansea.
Advertising
To the Free and Independent Electors of the United Boroughs of Carmarthen and Llanelly. GENTLEMEN,— IN response to influential and numerously signed Requisitions, representing all classes of the communities, both of Carmarthen and Llanelly, asking me to become a candidate for the repre- sentation of the United Boroughs, I have now much pleasure in declaring my intention to come forward to contest the seat at the next Election. As I am personally well-known to most of you, having already had the honour of representing you in the House of Commons, I believe effectively, and certainly conscientiously, it is unnecessary that I should now place my political views before yoc. Suffice it to say that should I again be elected to represent you, I should do my utmost to serve yon both Imperially and Locally in the best interests of my native Country, and the Boroughs which I should directly represent. I am, Gentlemen, Your obedient Servant, JOHN J. JENKINS. The Grange, Swansea, January 27th, 1892. [2127 New Theatre & Star Opera House, Wind Street, Swansea. PROPRIETOR and MANAGE* A. MIBLVILLE. This FRIDAY and SATURDAY, Last Two Nights or Mr. William Bourne's Company, with the Great Dramatic Success "MAN TO MAN." With all the Original Scenery and Effects. One of the most successful Dramas of the day. MONDAY, FEB. 1, and during the Week, NEI), S CHUM," Under the direction of Mr. F. STANMATTR, with the Australian Boy Actor (Leo Byrne). Box Office—Bfader's Music Warehouse, Wind- street. No advance in usual prices. Second priee at 9. F126 THEATRE ROYAL, SWANSEA. LESSEE MR. ALEX STACEY. This FRIDAY and SATURDAY Last Two Nights of "A NOBLE COWARD." MONDAY, 1st FEBRUARY, and During the Week, Mr. F. A. SCUDAMORE'S Celebrated Comedy Drama, entitled, FIRST CLASS, Now Touring under the Management of Miss Paulina Gear and Mr. Herbert Barrs. Now Scenery and Splendid Appointments. Box office at Brader's, 17, Heathfield-street. Overture at 7.30. [1786 Albert Hall, Swansea- Grand Evening Concert. THURSDAY, FEBRUA 18th, 1892. ARTIST ES: MISS MAGGIE DAVIES. MADAME BELLE COLE. MR. BEN DAVIES MR. NORMAN SALMOND. MR. J. HAYDN PARRY. DOORS open at 7. To commence at 8 p.m. Prices: Reserved Seats, 5s., 4s., 3s.; Un- Teserved, 2s., Is. 6d., Is. Proceeds to be devoted to the Erection of a Hall at Cwmbwrla. 2094 Sunday School Tree and Sale of Work. €HRIST CHURCH MEMORIAL HALL, St. Helen's-ioad. On WEDNESDAY, the 3rd, and THURSDAY, the 4th days of FEBRUARY. His Worship, the MAYOR of SWANSEA (Alderman Mason), will attend on Wednesday to open the proceedings at 3 o'clock. VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC each Evening at 8 p.tn.-Cond actor, Mr. G. H. -Crews. Admission each day One Shilling. Proceeds for cSite of Boundary Walls of the Hall. Donations of useful articles will be gratefully received by Mrs. CLARKE, at Christ Church Vicar- age. [2149 Swansea British and Foreign Sailors' Society. THE RN ANNUAL SERVICES will be held on Sunday, January 31st. Preachers-Rev. Evan Jenkins at 3 Op.m.; Dr. Rawlings at 6.30 p.m. On Tuesday, Feb. 2, a PUBLIC MEETING will be held in the Sailor's Chapel, at 8.0 p.m. Chair to be taken by Sir Huseey Vivian, Bart., M.P. Addresses will be given by various ministers of the town and other gentlemen. Col- lections on behalf of the Society's funds. 2136 TO LET. BUSINESS OFFICES TO LET. COMMODIOUS AND CONVENIENT OFFICES TO LET IN WIND STREET, SWANSEA. TWO SUITES of four rooms each, with private street, entrance and fine approach by stair- case, may be tenanted in whole or in part. For terms and to view apply, by letter in the first place, to C.N.C.L. The Cambrian Office, Wind- street. [972 TO BE LET with immediate possession, a FURNISHED HOUSE, No. 8, KILVEY- TERRACE, St. Thomas, the residence of the late Mr. J. B. Gwynne, consisting of dining and j drawing-rooms, three bedrooms, a bathroom, underground kitchen, cellar and scullery, and a large garden. Gas and water laid on; replete with everv convenience. Suitable for lady with servant, or young married couple. Apply by letter, 2151] RICHARD GWYNNE, Kilvey. OFFICES to Let, 15, Dynevor-place, two rooms, lately occupied by Frank W. Davies, auctioneer. Immediate possession.—Apply at 11, "Wind-street, next door Mackworth Hotel. [2051 TO LET, House, Woodland Villas, Mumbles semi-detached, 10 rooms, two bay windows, gardens, front and back, rent X16. Apply Edward Roberts and Son, Auctioneers, 45, Oxford- street. Swansea. [1371 ESSRS. JOHN M. LEEDE R and SON have the following dwelling-houses in Swansea to let or sell Westbrook, Ffynone; immediate possession. 30 Bryn-road immediate possession. Laburnum House, Heatbfield. TO LET ONLY. The Mirador Possession June 24th. No. 26, Walter-road immediate possession. Two business premises in Walter-road. For full particalarg apply to the Agents, at their Offices, Goat-street Chambers, Swansea. 2090 Prince of Wales Hall, Singleton- T„ street. Swansea. HE LARGEST FLOOR SURFACE in Swansea by 1 350 feet. Full Dramatic License. Most suitable for Banquet-, Balls, Concerts, Bazaar, or any Public Entertainment. Minor Hall, 62ft. by 26ft, with usual offices Apply to W T,. PENNELL, Rutland-street. [110 TO LET, Lady-day next, BRYNGOLWG, Heathfield, semi-detached Residence, con- taining 13 rooms and all conveniences, com- manding an uninterrupted view of the Bay and Devon Coast. For particulars, apply DANIEL PHILLIPS, Auctioneer, Swansea. [2145 TO BE LET or SOLD, with immediate possession, a COUNTRY HOUSE, with every modern convenience, and about 20 acres of pasture and ornamental grounds, about 4 miles from Swansea. Easy distance from three railway stations.—Apply J.P.M., office of this paper. L2074 Harold's Moor, Westcross, A CHARMINGLY SITUATED SEMI-DE- TACHED VILLA RESIDENCE, TO BE LET, with immediate possession, containing large -Dining-rr,om, Breakfast-room, and Drawing- room, with two Kitchens, Scullery, and well- arranged Wash-house, Larders, and out-buildings, five principal Bedrooms, and two servants' Bed- rooms,1 Bath-room and Lavatory, with hot and cold water supply, hot air drying cupboard, and the usual offices. Nice lawn in front of house, and a, large productive kitchen garden at the rear approached by a cart entrance door. The house is thoroughly replete in every detail, and has been fitted on the most modern principles. For particulars, and permission to inspect, apply to ARTHUR S. T. LUCAS. Auctioneer and Estate .Agent, oalttbnoua-place, Swansea. [991 CLUB AGENTS WANTED, to form Clubs for Watches, Clocks, Jewellery, Silver Plate, Opera Glasses, Musical Insts., &c. Members pay Is. per week. Terms, Catalogues, &c., KENDAL and DENT, 106, Cheapside, London. Splendid value. Great success. Mention Paper. Ladies' and Gents' Silver Levers 42s., worth 70s. [1754 ADVERTISER is open for engagement in Accountants', Shipping, or Works Office, aged 31. Thorough Book keeper, acquainted with Shipping, Coal and Capper trades. Can conduct Audits and prepare Balance Sheets. Ex- perienced in Secretarial and Limited Companies' work.— "PICTON," Cambrian Office, Swansea. [2150 FUR BOA.—Lady has for immediate private disposal, a rea) RUSSIAN TAIL FUR BOA, very dark brown, 10 feet long, immensely thick, soft. Value 75s.; sactifice for 19,. 9-1.; perfectly new. Can be seen by writing P. H., office of this paper, [2113 FOR SALE, HOUSE in BELLE VUE-STREKT.— Apply to 7, Eaton-crescent, Swansea. F844 BUSINESS FOR DISPOSAL. GOOD OPENING FOR experienced Dress ->nd Mantle Makers.—For particulars, apply Cambria n Office. [2041 JACOBUST THE CELEBRATED CARDIFF TAILOR, ST. MARY-STREET 96, WILL STAY at the MACKWORTH HOTEL, SWANSEA MONDAY, TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1st, 2nd and 3rd, THURSDAY and FRIDAY LLANELLY and CARMARTHEN, and there show a large and well-selected STOCK OF NEW WINTER PATTERNS. The Public respectfully invited, or customers waited upon by arrangement. All materials made under own supervision. 2153 V/TESSRS. ALFRED HALL & Co., Limited, Wine Merchants, 7, Fisher-street, Swan- sea. [704 JfiiL GOLD MEDALS 1884-1886-1886-1888. ■ iMiias" DISINFECTANTS In aU eases of Fever, &e., and for all Disinfecting and Purifying purposes, use "SANITAS" FLUID, POWDER & SOAPS. Pamphlet and Diary combined* on application. TBT. SANITAS CO. LD., Bethnal Green, London, E. NEXT SUNDAY'S SWANSEA PREACHERS. COUNTESS OF HUTFTING-DOIF'S CHAPEL ST. HELBX'S ROAD. REV. J. HARRISON LOOHORE. 11.0 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. PREPAID ADVERTISEMENTS. 1ST A uniform rate of ONE SHILLING for twenty words will henceforth be charged upon the following classes of Advertise- gnents: -Situations Vacant or Wanted; Houses, Offices, and Apartments Wanted or to be Let; Articles Lost or Found. Prepayment must be ma(le in each case. SALES BY AUCTION. MESSRS. J. M. LEEDER & SON. Etchings and Engravings, at Swansea Feb. 5 MESSRS. BEYNON & MEAGER. Leasehold Property, at Swansea Feb. 1 MR. RICHARD E. HUGHES. Wines and Spirits, at Swarisea Feb. 3 Builders' Stock, &c., at Swansea Feb. 10 M essrs. H. HILL & Co. Horses, &c., at Swansea Feb. 3 MESSRS. W. J. LOWES & SON. Leasehold Property, at Swansea Feb. 3 Messrs. WM. GRAHAM. SON & HITCHCOX. Leasehold Property, at Swansea Feb. 4
SWANSEA. FRIDAY, JANUARY 29,…
SWANSEA. FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 1892. SWANSEA JUDICIAL STATISTICS. In the Swansea District Registry of the High Court of Justice, last year, 457 writs were issued—the largest number during the 17 years in which local centres of the Courts of Queen's Bench and Chancery have been established in Swansea and Cardiff. The business of the High Court is conducted so silently (except during the brief bustle of the Assizes) that the great majority of our readers, outside the legal profession, are probably unaware that a branch of the Superior Court is in active and daily opera- tion in our midst; and will be profoundly sur- prised to learn that an action for (say) £ 100,000 may be commenced, and carried through all its preliminary stages up to trial, without a single step being taken outside Swansea. The decision of the numerous dis- puted points which arise in the progress of an important case before it is ripe for trial (in- cluding, in many cases, the question whether the defendant shall be allowed to defend at all) rests, in the first instance, with the Dis- trict Registrar (Mr. S. Home), and constitutes by far the most important and responsible part of his duties. The hearing of these questions, though not strictly private, is in practice never attended except by the solicitors or counsel engaged; and, as the points are too technical to be of public interest, they are never reported. When the decisions of the Registrar are appealed from, the appeal goes to a Judge of the High Court. All this busi- ness, though for convenience conducted under the same roof as the business of the County Court, is, of course, entirely separate and apart from it. The County Court Judge never even hears of any of the cases, except when, under the new County Courts Act, actions where less than J6100 is in dispute are re- mitted to him by the District Registrar for trial. In the Swansea County Court last year 5,240 plaints were issued, a number rather below the average of the last 10 years. The vast majority of these cases, being undisputed, were dealt with by the Registrar of the High Court, in the humbler (or, at least, easier) capacity of Registrar of the County Court. The disputed cases go to the County Court Judge, assisted, in rare cases, by a jury, or in shipping caBes by one of the nautical assessors attached to the Court. The list of assessors has during the past year been revised, and the following gentlemen now hold the office:- Captains Lawrence Tulloch, Symons, John Randell, and Paul Smith (Swansea), Lieut, Haszard, R.N. (Mumbles), Captains Thomas Jones and F. Lowther (Llanelly), Captain Gwyn Lewis (Briton Ferry), and Lieut. Fitz- maurice, R.N. (Port Talbot). In the Bankruptcy side of the County Court 38 petitions were filed last year, about the average since Mr. Chamberlain's Act came into force. Nearly all of these petitions were filed by the debtors themselves, and not by hostile creditors. We are glad to say that few of them are what the Official Receiver would call bad cases," and some are cases which, in our opinion, deserve considerable sympathy. If people who are getting behind in their affairs would but take the courage to face the fact, keep their accounts with due care, and file their petition the moment their insolvency is apparent (this is a very important point under the new law), they would find themselves very leniently dealt with. The public examina- tion which sometimes gives a bad time to the dishonest and the fraudulent, affords an ex- cellent opportunity to the honest but unsuc- cessful trader to make his explanations, and to show that his conduct has been straight. The examination is searching, but neither hostile nor unpleasant so long as the debtor is straightforward and the Official Receiver is never slow to acknowledge, m his reports to the Judge, any point in favour of an honest bankrupt when he applies for his discharge. the Judge, any point in favour of an honest bankrupt when he applies for his discharge. In fact, there are cases upon record where the debtor, by his conduct before and during the bankruptcy, has earned so many compliments that he must have felt the process of "going through the Court" rather agreeable than otherwise. More often, unfortunately, the debtor's record, even when fraud is not in I question, is a miserable story of assets which ¡ might, if the debtor had filed his petition in time, have paid a creditable dividend, frittered away in law charges, executions, bills of sale, loans at impossible rates of interest, and per- haps attempts at "private arrangements," which, when they are carried through (which seldom happens) are as public as bankruptcy, since, to have any validity at all, they must be registered in the County Court Office.
, THE QUEEN OF MUSICIANS AND…
THE QUEEN OF MUSICIANS AND HER MUSICAL SUBJECTS. MADAME PATTI'S GIFTS TO LOCAL ARTISTES. AGAIN and again has it been chronicled that Madame Patti has recognised the services of those who have been good enough to minister to her musical enjoyment, at Craig-y-Nos Castle, by presenting them with acceptable and valuable souvenirs, in the way of jewellery. This week the great Prima Donna has recognised, in a very pleasing manner, the musical ability and musical service so kindly and gratuitously rendered by five members of the Squire family. Mr. John Squire and Mr. W. H. Squire have received a handsome pearl scarf-pin each; and Master John Squire, a similar pin of smaller size; Miss Mary Squire, a gold brooch in the form of a bird, jewelled in pearls and rubies; and Miss Fanny Squire, a similar gift of some- what smaller size. Special service was rendered gratuitously by Mr. Willie Squire, the violoncellist, by conducting several of the rehearsals leading up to the performances which Patti was enabled to invite her friends to at Craig-y-Nos; and this is the pleasant way in which she has recognised the neighbourly and artistic attentiops paid to her on those occasions.
THE PENLLERGARE FAMILY OFF…
THE PENLLERGARE FAMILY OFF TO EGYPT. SIR JOHN AND LADY LLEWELYN IN SEARCH OF SUNSHINE. Sip. John T. D. Llewelyn, Bart., of Penllergare, accompanied by Lady Llewelyn, Miss Llewelyn, and the younger son, left Swansea on Monday morning en route for Egypt. The ll 11 y older son and heir is away in India, and the youngest daughter will remain at home. r, This is the second visit which the Penllergare family will have paid to the Land of the Pharaohs. The first visit was made many years ago, before the present fashionable craze for visiting the Banks of the Nile had set in. Sir John goes with a double purpose. He goes in the first place because he is a great lover of the sunshine, and believes heartily in the curative properties of the light and the heat of the central orb of our system of worlds. In the second place he goes because he is deeply interested in the discoveries which are constantly being made in North Africa, which discoveries reveal to us many of the long-hidden secrets of a civilisation that was once so grand, but that has now dwindled to comparatively insignificant dimensions. The worthy baronet has earned the holiday which he is now taking, by his careful fulfilment of the duties of the Mayoralty of Swansea last year. He proposes to journey up the Nile as far as the Second Cataract, and then to return home. His absence will extend to about three months.
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THE PUERILE PALAVER OF LOCAL PUBLIC BODIES. DRIFTING INTO DRIVEL. BY MARC AURELE. THE extension of the principle of Popular Local Government is a movement which is compelled by the Zeit Geist, or the Spirit of the Tidies in which we live. We cannot, if we would, help ourselves. The pendulum of Fate just now swings in that direction. Now, Local Self Government is a grand theory, from the adoption of which we have every right to expect grand results. But the time is really come when we ought to ask ourselves seriously whether, under the circumstances, we are getting, or are ever likely to get, any such grand results as we have so ardently desired and so confidently anticipated. This theme formed the subject of discussion among a few of the more thoughtful—and satirical-of Swansea's sons recently, and the conclusion arrived at was that the general level of the public talk of the ruck of our smaller and younger public men is beneath contempt. It is neither conceived in a practical and helpful spirit nor expressed in dignified or generous speech. Quoth one self-constituted critic of local public proceedings: To wonder now at Balaam's ass, is weak "Is there a day that asses do not speak? Quoth another "The speeches made by (Blank) are sound, "It cannot be denied Granted and then it will be found They're little else beside Had the aforesaid satirical critics had as many opportunities as Journalists have of being present at some of the ordinary meetings of our local governing bodies or were they accustomed to read the lengthened newspaper reports of these meetings, they might have felt inclined to indulge further in some such epigram as this: I:> If walls have ears, as one old proverb says, rJ a W sickly sac*tlle wretched walls must' be ^Ikwansea Council Room, on Wednesdays, When silly tongues, from common sense set tt free, Pour folly forth as copious as the sea! What reasonable hope can there be of Good Government emanating from assemblies the in lvidual members of which have not yet selves? lesson of governing them- Quoth Echo in reply: "What hope? What I hope ?
DEATH OF A BRISTOL CENTENARIAN.…
DEATH OF A BRISTOL CENTENARIAN. AN ARDENT ADMIRER OF MR. GLAD- STONE AND OF HER NONCONFORMIST MINISTER. Our obituary column of to-day contains a formal notice of the death, on the 23rd inst., at Firwood, Portishead, of Mrs. Seccombe, of Bristol, at the venerable age of 100 years. Mrs. Seccombe was the widow of Mr. Thomas Seccombe, of Bristol, and the mother of Mrs. H. O. Wills, second wife and widow of the late Mr. H. O. Wills, and mother of Mr. Stephen P. Wills, of Swansea. Thus Mrs. Seccombe was his maternal grandmother. The late Mr. H. O. Wills was a well-known figure in Bristol, the West of England, and South Wales, not only in commercial life but especially in the religious and political life of the Nonconformists of his day, whose works of piety and charity he helped forward with a liberally beneficent hand. Mrs. Seccombe, his mother-in-law, was a great favourite with him so much so, that his little holidays from business were generally taken in her company. The centenarian lady who has now departed was a woman of somewhat extraordinary parts, bright and cheery, full of intelligence and brimful of interest in all works tending to advance Liberal progressive politics and Nonconformist Evangelical Religion. The place of honour in her dwelling-rooms was given to the portrait of Mr. Gladstone, as the beau ideal of her political faith, and to the portrait of the late Rev. Mr. Thomas, father of Mr. Alfred Thomas, M.P., as the beau ideal of her religious faith. Her memory extended over a vast period, and was clear and highly interesting to the last; and it was a great treat to those who knew her to listen to her reminiscences of the days of the Georgian Monarchy in England. Exceptional physical as well as mental and spiritual strength were hers all the years of her long life, and now that she has gone to her rest may she sleep well the last untroubled sleep of death
- IMPORTANT RATING CASE.I
IMPORTANT RATING CASE. I TWO JUDGES SETTLE FOR SWANSEA CORPORATION A LONG DISPUTED POINT. I The question of the assessment of properties for purposes of rating is always a very touchy one, and all the more difficult to deal with because in some cases there are no fixed pre- cedents. In the case of Railway Properties there is a generally-adopted understanding that, for local rating purposes, railways shall be assessed on one-quarter of their fixed value. With regard to Tramways no such precedent has ever been fixed, and the practice of local assessors and rate-collectors all over the country appears to vary. accordingly. It has hitherto been the practice of the Swansea rating authorities to charge local rates on the full ascertained value of the Tramway properties in the Borough. Since, however, there was some doubt on the point, the Swansea Tramways and J Improvements Company carried the point by way of appeal to the Quarter Sessions, and from the Quarter Ses-ions to the Court of Queen's Bench. The matter has been fully argued during the present week, with the result that two judges upheld the practice which has hitherto been adopted by the local rating authorities of Swansea, and have dismissed the appeal with costs. Thus Swansea establishes a precedent case for the rating of Tramways. The details of the Judg- ment will be found in another column.
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r THE PHYSICAL TRAINING OF WOMEN. There are many things which modern civili- sation can learn from the ancient Greeks, par- ticularly the care they bestowed upon the physical culture of women. The statuesque figures of the Italian women to-day are attributed to the severe physical training which their progenitors, the men who made and loved Rome in her palmiest days, were constantly undergoing. There is, happily, growing a feeling in favour of thorough physical training for girls. There are a number of out-door games in which girls can indulge, and active indoor amusements ought also to be encouraged. The late Canon Kings- lev, who wrote so much and spoke so well on the subject of physical education, said -If the promoters of higher education for women will compel girls to any training analogous to our public school games; if, for instance, they will insist on that most natural and wholesome of all exercises, dancing, in order to develop the lower half of the body; or singing, to expand the lungs and regulate the breath; and on some games—ball, or what not—which will ensure that raised chest, upright carriage, and general strength of the upper torso, without which full oxygenation of the blood, and, therefore, general health, is impossible; if they will steadily forbid tight stays, high heels, and all that which interfered with free growth and free motion; if they will accept all that has been written by Mr. Chadwick and others, and accept the certain physical law that, in order to renovate the brain day by day, the growing creature must have plenty of fresh air and play, and that the child who learns for four hours will learn more, and learn it more easily, than the child who learns for the whole eight hours; if, in short, they will teach girls not merely to understand the Greek tongue, but to copy somewhat of the Greek physical train- ing, of that "music and gymnastic" which helped to make the cleverest of the Old World the ablest race likewise, then they will earn the gratitude of the patriot and the physi- ologists, by doing their best to stay the down- ward tendencies of tliephysique, and, therefore, ultimately of the morale, in the coming genera- tion of English women.
JLocal intciitQtnu. j
JLocal intciitQtnu. j THE NATIONAL EISTEDDIFOI).-It has been de- cided to hold the National Eisteddfod at Rhyl on August 23rd and 24th. SCIENTIFIC CONVERSATIONAL MEETING.— We would remind our readers that, this evening, at eight o,clock there will be, at the Royal Insti- tution, a conversational meeting of the Swansea, Scientific Society. NORTH WALES TRAINING COLLEGE.-A town's meeting, presided over by the Mayor, was held at Carnarvon. on Monday, to protest against the proposal to remove the North Wales Traiiaing College to Baugor. The question is to come before a general meeting of subscribers at St. Asaph. FATAL IcE ACCIDENTS-Two brothers named Grey were sliding on a pond at Brynmawr, when the ice gave way, and the younger brother, a boy of eight, was drowned, the other being with difficulty rescued. At Rhymney a similar accident occurred, resulting in the drowning of two boys named Davies. SWANSEA'S VITAL STATISTICS.—Week ending Jan. 23:—Births registered, 63, annual rate per 1,000, 35'4. Deaths registered, 52, annual rate per 1,000, 29-3.-EBE-N. DAVIES, Medical Officer of Health. This return includes the whole Countv Borough with the recently added areas, and is calculated on census returns, 1891. EGYPTIAN NEWSPAPERS. — We have received from Mr. B. Evans, who is in Egypt, copies of the Egyptian Gazette, Le Boxphore Egyptien. Al-Mokattam, and Al-Mahakem, containing par- ticulars of the late Khedive and of his young sue- cessor, with much more interesting reading. We have placed them on the library table at the Royal Institution, where they may be seen by anyone interested in Egypt. SUBSTANTIAL COMPENSATION TO A BE- REAVED FAMILY—Mr. Harlmgton Jones, the Swansea Agent for the Railway Accident Insurance Association, &c., yesterday had the pleasure of paying over to the executors of the late Mr. David Rees, of Llanelly, a cheque for £ 1,000. It will be remembered that Mr. Rees met hit death by reason of injuries sustained through the falling of a chimney through his house roof. "BYRON AND BCRNS." — The second of the series of lectures to be delivered at the Free L'btary was given on Saturday eveniug last, when Mr. R. D. Burnic gave a very interesting lecure on ''Byron and Burns." Alderman H. A. Chapman presided, and the audience numbered about a hundred. The Chairman having briefly introduced the lecturer, Mr. Burnie proceeded to detail the fives ef sbese two well-known poets, and read many extracts from their work, as showing the sublimity wf thought, and loftiness of exprtssin used by both of them, and concluded a very able lecture by referring to Barns' pecuniary embarras- ments to his death. The usual votes of thanks terminated the pioceedings. A TRIBUTB TO MR. DAVID WILLIAMs.-At the hst meeting of the geueral comuiitee ot the British and Foreign School Society, it ws proposed by Mr. Alderman Etan Spicer, seconded by Mr. F. Thompson, and resolved—" That the Committee of the British and Foreign School Society, bearing in mind the great services which have b«en so cordially and earnestly rendered by Mr. David Williams for 45 years as British School teacher, traveliiug agent, and resident head of one of the Society's Training Colleges, eesireii to congratulate hiro on his long and (ticcessful labours in the cause of undenominational religious education in the Piiucipalitr, and, 10 bidding him farewell on his retirement trom the Priuciral.bip of Swansea C, liege, to express the hope tfcat he may be long spared to enjoy his *ell earned re t." THI: PUMP HOUSE, LLANDKINDOD.— Yester- day afternoon, Mr. Richard E. Hughes, the well- known auctioneer, offered fcr sale by public auction, at the Royal Hotel, High-street, Swaa- sea, the lease and goodwill of the Pump House Hotel, Farm, and Pump-room, Llandrindod Wells. Among those present were Mr. Jas. Kempthorne (Neath), Mr. Price (Brecon), Mr. Smith (Llangammarch), Mr. Careless, Mr. Bowen. Mr. J. Stamper (Manchester), Mr. David Davies, Mr. Ernest Leeder. L-c. The bidding was started at zC5000, by Mr. Price. Mr. Smith bid X6,000, and Mr. Price £ 6,500, at which the property was withdrawn, as the bid fell far below the reserve price. Negotiations. however, are pending for the purchase of the Pump House, which will probably change hands in a few days. CLERKS' ASSOCIATION DINNER.—At the annual dinner held at the Royal Hotel, on Tuesday evening, and reported in another colamn, letters apologising for aou-attendance were received from Sir J. T. D. Llewelyn, Bart., Sir J. Jones Jankins, Mr. J. C. Fowler (who enclosed cheque for JE1 Is. towards the funds of the Association), Mr. E. Rice Daniel, Mr. David Randell, M.P., the Bishop of Swansea, Revs Canon Gmntiett, J. J. Prescott, Mr. H<»rgan B. Williams, Mr. T. Cory, Mr. C. L. Bath, Mr. Robt. D. Burnie, Councillors Westlake, Pascoe, W. H. Edwards, wnd N^ncarrow, Aldermen Rocke, Martin, and Freeman, Mr. C. Price Mr. H. J. Bircball (Sour.b Wales URion Bank) Mr. Johu Roberts, H.E., Mr. H. S. Ludlow, Mr. G. Sims, Mr. Thos. Elford, Mr. J. Liviogston, Mr. R. G. Cawker, Mr. John R. Davies (Dynsver Coal Co.). Mr. D. F. Sugrue, Mr. H. J. Hayes, Messrs. Fitt Brothers and Davieli (who sent half-a- guiuea towards the funds of the Association). AUSTRALIAN INTEREST IN THE WELSH EISTEDDFOD.—Mr. J. Edwin Thomas, late of Swansea, but now of Cavendish Chambers, Grenfell-street, Adelaide, South Australia, writes to Mr. T.W. James, secretary of the National Eisteddfod at Swansea, thus Read- ing in The Cambrian (which reaches me out here), an account of the Eisteddfod recently held there, I am moved to ask you, are the tran- sactions, essays, poetry, and other literary matters born of the event, ever passed into record form by being printed F If so I should very much like to be put in the way of purchas- ing a copy, and even of back issues were it at all possible." We are not surprised at Mr. Edwin Thomas's lack of information on this subject, be- cause comparatively few people, even in Wales itself, seem to know or care anything about the Eisteddfodic transactions. They are published from time to time by the Eisteddfod Association, but the publication takes place so long after the holding of the Eisteddfod, and the fact of the publications is so little advertised that the cir- culalation must be inconsiderable. FUNERAL SERVICE AT ST. THOMAS.—On Sunday evening, a service, in memory of the late Duke of Clarenee and Avondale, was beld at St. Thomas, Cburcb, on the East Side. There was a foil con- gregation, and tbe pulpit, reading desks, and pillars were very chastely, although partially draped in black. The Rev. William Evans, vicar officiated, and Miss Grenfell presided at the organ: There WaS a large and effective surplicea, choir who chanted with much sweetness and pathos the psalns and responses. The penitential hymns selected were those nsed at Sandringham, in which the congregation fervently joined. They were supplemented by an appropriate anthem, which was very well rendered. In the cou rse of his remarks, the vicar referred to the late D'lke of Clarence, his estimable life, his noble character, and the pro- found sorrow which his death had caused, both at home and abroad. The vicar then very feelingly referred to the demise of Mr. John Borlase Gwynne, for many years in the employ of Pascoe Grenfell and Sons, and paid a tribute to his worth as a young man, a good neighbour, and a member ef that congregation. Such sudden and unexpected removal", the preacher noted as a warning to them all, as in the words of hie teyt, The time was short," therefore they si),,u iti prepare themselves for the great change that was seon to overtake ll mankind, high and low, rich and poor. The service j throughout was most impressive, and closed with the Dead March" in "Saul." j I THE RECENT CONCERT AT CODKTESS OF HUN- TINGDON'S CHAPEL.-In our report ef the concert at Countess of Huntingdon's Chapel on Tuesday in last week, we omitted to st-ite that Mtt-s jtssily Bennett accompanied 'at the piano. This Miss Bennett did with commendable ability. A CHURCH BUTR-NT.-Pen,-Il.r Church, a mile and a half from Tenby. has been destroyed by fire. It is supposed that the outbreak was due to the over-heating of flies connected with the heating apparatus. The building had been recently fitted with electric lights. SWANSEA HOSPITAL CON RIBUTIONS.— The Secretary of the Hospital asks us with best thanks to acknowledge the receipt of £8 for Oplthalmic department, and El8 15s. 7d. for General department, contributions from workmen in the employ of the Swansea Tin-plate Company, plus 50 per cent added by the company. SWANSEA AND SOUTH WALES INSTITUTION FOR THE BLIND.—The Hon. secretary has the pleasure to acknowledge with many thanks the receipt of £ 4 each, for the Swansea and South Wales Institution for the Blind, and the Cambrian Institution for the Deaf and Dumb. beirnr sub- scriptions from the workmen of the Swansea Tin- plate Company, with 50 per cent. added by the proprietors. SWANSEA BRITISH AND FOREIGN SAILOR'S SOCIETY.-It will be seen by an advertisement in another column that the anniversary services of the above Society will take place on Sunday next. On Monday evening al-o there will be a public meeting in connection with the Society, on which occasion Sir H. Hussey Vivian, Rart. M.P., will preside, and his Worship the Mayor (Alderman Mason), Sir J. J. Jenkins. Mr. R. D. Burnie and Mr J. C. Fowler are expected to be present. CHRIST CHURCH MEMORIAL HALL.—In another column will be found an advertisement announcing a Sunday School Tree and sale of Work. to take place on Wednesday and Thurs- day next at the above hal!. The proceedings will Be opened by His Worship the Mayor (Alaerman Mason,) on Wednesday, and there will he a programme of vocal and instrumental music each evening, under the conductorship of Mr. G. H. Crews. Donations of articles mav be sent to Airs. Clarke, Christ ChurJh Vicarage. BELLE VUE GIRLS BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL.—At the College of Preceptors Christmas | examination, held at the Swansea College, Rev. A. A. Mathews, sub-examiner, six of the Misses Phillips7 pupils were presented, and all were suc- cessful. Second class, second division, the Misses Eva Chapman and Be'ie Pascoe. Third class. first division, Miss WiliielmineBooker (Swansea). Third class, second division, the Misses Gertrude Evans (Pagefield House, Swansea). Rose Davies (Forestfach), and Elizabeth Davies (Laugharne). •Subjects, Scripture, History, English Language. Geography, Arithmetic, French. German, Physiology, and Drawing. MUSICAL SUCCESS.—Of the pupil? from Miss McArthur's School, Llandilo, wno passed the London Trinity College (f Music Examination in Theory. held in Carmarthen last December, were the following young ladies :—Ann e Ethel Jones. Swansea: Agnes Parry, Llandilo; Lizzie Davies, Llandilo Kate Hopkins, Swansea Beatrice Thomas. Llandilo: Edith Jones, Llandilo in the Honour Divi ion.-In the London College of Music Practical Examination, held at the same place. were Miss Kate Hopkins, Swansea Miss Annit; Davies, Llandovery, both passed success- fully, and Miss Winifrei E. Fitt obtained honours at the early age of 10 years. ROLY TRINITT CHURCH. -The choir of the above Church had their annual supper in ¡!te new i Schoolroom, on Wednesday evening last. the catering being done by Mr. D. Richards. High- street, in first class style. In the absence of the Vicar, through ilInes the chair was taken by the Rev. A. A. Mathews, and the vice chair by Mr. D. Johns, both of whom carried out their respective duties in a most pleasing manner. A vote of thanks, proposed by Mr. Mattey to Mrs. and Miss Gauntlett for gracing the meet- ing with their presence, was crrried with acclamation. After the cloth was removed the company gave themselves up to games, forfeits. dancing. &c.. which brought to a close a most enjoyable re-union. MR. HASTINGS, M.P., COMMITTED FOR TRIAL.— At Bow-street, on Friday, before Sir John Bridge, Mr. G. W. Hastings. M.P., was brought up on remand on a charg* of frnud. Mr. Edward l'evioson solicitor, of Malvern, stated the case for the prosecution, AFT-T which Mr. L-cuford !I"1d that the defeadaat would reserve his DEFEI CJ. He made a strong application for bail, stating that substantial sureties could be obtained, and urging that the de- d,fen,iant had returnd to this country sud voluntarily surrendered himself.-Sir John Bridge He did not come back to meet the charge.—Mr. LickfoJd: The charge bad not been n ade.—Sir John Bridge But lie waa aware that it was hanging over his head, as tke entnes in his diary show*. I shall require the same bail that I metifciened kefore. This waR, the defendant in klo,000 and two sureties ia £ 5,000.—He was then formallv coaamitted for hil.At the Worcester County Court, on Monday, Mr. Hastings, M.P., was nude a bankrupt on the petition of two local creditors. An injunction was granted restraining the plaintiffs in Chancery proceedings, who had seized the property. BATH AND WEST AND SOUTHERN COUNTIES SOCIETY.—A Council Meeting of the above Society was held at Bristol on Tuesday, before Mr. Evan Evans, Moesmyach, LlanbytLer, Car- marthen Mr. F. D. Hammett, Hollises House, Chepstow Road, Newport, Mon Sir Henry Mather Jackson, Bart., Llandilo Court, Mon. Mr. W. S. Marsh. Pen-y-bedd, Pembury: Miss Powell. Maesgwynne, Whitland S. Wales. In the absence, through illness, of the Chairman of the Finance Committee, the Secretary presented the summary of accounts for the past yea.r, and the annual statement of assets and liabilities. and said that there was a very satisfactory balance of receipts over expenditure resultirg "from the Bath Meeting. The presentation of reports from the Agricultural Education and Dairy Training College Committees was postponed owing to the illness of the Chairman in each case. An offer. from Messrs. Parry and Rocke, of Swansea, of special prizes, for knitting to be awarded at the Swansea meeting, was accepted with thanks. HOLT TRINITY CHURCH.-On Wednesday evening, a Carol Service and Organ Recital was given by Mr. C. M. Bill, F.C.O., the accom- plished organist, at the above church. The Rev. A. A. Mathews, (curate) commenced the service by prayer; and the carels, "The Christ- mas Rose." "Christians, Carol Sweetly," "It is Christmas-tide," and "Alleluia, Sing with Gladness," were well executed by the choir. Mr. Bill added to his reputation as a first-class organist in his rendering of Wely's Chri-tma.s Offertorie Guilmant's Offertorie of two Christ- ma", Themes Gounod's March in E flat and Hark the Herald Angels Sing" (introduction and six variations.) Miss Mabel Norman, a young pupil of Mr. Bill's, sang in a pleasing manner Handel's "He shall feed His flock." Miss Norman showed great promise, and in course of time. and under the careful tuition of Mr. C. M. Bill, will no doubt develop into an accomplished vocalist. "Hark! the Herald Angels sing" WAS sung at the close of the service, in which the congregation joined, and during which a silver collection was made in aid of the Church Music Fund. ANNUAL MEETING OF THE SALISBURY CON- STITUTIONAL CLUB, SWANSEA.—The annual meeting of the above clnb took place on Wednes- day evening in the card and smoking-room of the institution. Mr. Roger Beck, the president of the club, presided, and there was a large attend- ance. Mr. H. J. Morris, secretary, read the committee s report, which congratulated the members on the satisfactory result of the last year's working of the club. The membership was fully maintained, and there had been an increase in the subscriptions, owing, a great deal, to the exertions of the sub-committee ap- pointed to check the members entering the club on various occasions. The chairman submitted the balance sheet, duly audited by Mr. Carlyle, chartered accountant, which showed that a net profit had been made during the year of 1891 amounting to between £ 200 and £ 300, and during the four years' existence of the club the net balance had reached between £ 1300 and £ 1400. On the motion of the chairman, se- conded by Mr. W. Walters, the report and balance-sheet was unanimously adopted. A dis- cussion afterwards took place on the notice of motion brought forward by Mr. Geo. Robinson, as to t1:e position of Sir John Jones Jenkins as the Unionist candidate of the Town Division, and the question of organisation of the party. It was decided to convene a meeting on Tuesday evening next to consider the matter. A vote of thanks to the chairman brought the meeting to a close. She (lifter the service)-" Yoa dreadful fellow! Why aid you smile during the offertory ?" He- "I couldn't help it. Toere was Miss Addie Pose singing ¡:'hd I the wings of a dove.' The mental picture of a two hundred p-under trying to fly with a pair of four inch wings was too much for me. Jones-" Did you have a good day's sport?" Brown—"Splendid." Jones—" How did my dog work for you? Brown-" Wonderfully. He led me directly to the game market." A TASTE OF GOOD SCOTCH.-An old Edinburgh worthy and an ENGLISH li.dy were one day occupants of a I AIL way carriage. The train had been waiting long at a certain station, and there was no APPPARANCE^ of its starting, when the worthy re- marked :—"They're a gey tanglesome lot here." I beg your pardon, sir," said the ladv. "Am saying they're a gey daidlin" lot here." really beg your pardon, sir." "Am observin' they are a vera dleich lot here the nicht." "I do not quite understand you." "I'm wonderin' if they're ettlin to saunter here a' nicht." "Really I must AGAIN beg your pardon. I don't comprehend you." I was trying to say that the train was late." "Indeed, sir, it is very late," agreed the lady, and then aellopsed."