The Cambrian

— CHINESE REBELLION, According to a "Renter's special service." a Chinese banker who has arrived at. Hong Kong as a refugee from Kwag-si, states that the rebels now hold over thirty towns and villages. They are well-armed with Mausers and revolvers. Placards posted by the rebels give their programme as follows: 1. To overthrow the Manchu dynasty. 2. To found a new dynasty with a Chinese Emperor. 3. To help the oppressed. 4. To introduce reform. 5. To protect trade. 6. To establish in Kwang-si, Kwei-Chau, and Kwang-tung three Beats of Government, with an Emperor at Canton and Viceroys of Kwang-si and Kwei-Chau. 7. That Westerners are not to be interfered with; their lives and trade are to be pro- tected. We are enemies only of the Man- chus.

SWANSEA POLICE COURT. FRIDAY. (Before Messrs, D. Owen and Wm. Lloyd.) Absconding from the Workhouse. Albert Vittinguon (14), was charged with absconding from the Workhouse with clothes belonging to the Guardians, and also with travelling on the Great Western Railway to Neath without a ticket. The railway com- pany did not proceed with its change, and the boy was handed back to the workhouse authorities. SATURDAY. (Before Messrs. John Powell and Dd. Owen.) Dishcharged. John Lewis, labourer, 26, Dillwyn-street, Morriston. charged with sleeping on a boiler in a foundry in Neath-road, Morriston, was discharged with a caution. If tie Didn't, Someone Else Would! John Hoare, gardener, 68, Marlborough— road, was charged with stealing a piece of timber, value yd., from a. field at Panty- gwydr, the property of Mr. S. F. Richard- son. on Friday.—P.C. Lloyd saw prisoner with the timber, and asked him why he took it. Prisoner replied, "-it I didn't take it away, someone else would."—Supt. Thomas said those petty thefts were common. The gardeners took away a piece now and a piece again, and preseSoly the whole. fence was gone.-There were two previous convictions against prisoner.—He was fined 20s. or 14 days. The County business was next proceeded with. At the Colliers' Arms. Four Loughor men—Thomas Jones, mason; Benjamin Jones, steelworker; Thomas John, collier; and David Lockliart, collier—were summoned for being at the Colliers' Arms, Ystrad, Fforestfach, during illegal hours, and with giving false names and addresses to the police officer.—Mr. Henry Thompon defended. -Defendants were each fined 20s. A Doubtful Case. Thomas Davies, a Llangyfelach blacksmith, was summoned for being drunk and disorderly near the Penllergaer Arms. HangyfeLach.— Mr. J. Viuer Leeder defended.-P.C. Watkins said defendant was with friends and was staggering.—Defendant said he was quite sober, and a witness was called in corrobora- ion.-The magistrates thought there was some doubt and dismissed the case. Furious Driving. Edward Handley, an Aberdare showman, was summoned for furious driving near Blackpill.-P.C. Williams, West Cross stated that defendant was driving his horse at full gallop; he had a stick in his hand, and was thrashing the animal all down the Mumbles-road. He was seen to run down and smash a bicycle.-Fined 20s. Strange Cruelty Case. Rosina Brace, of Carmarthen-road, Fforest- fach, was summoned for cruelty to a donkey by keeping it "hobbled" in a field with a pair of old handcuffs. Inspector Bowyer, of the R.S.P.C.A., said he saw the donkey, which appeared to be in great pain, in a field with a pair of hand- cuffs fastened to the fetlocks of its forelegs. The animal when it wanted to move, had to rise on its hind quarters and throw its whole body forward something after the manner of a kangaroo. The skin was all worn away round the fetlocks, and the legs were, naturally enough, inflamed as the re- sult of its extraordinary treatment. Defendant pleaded guilty, but slated that she did not know she was doing anything wrong. She had kept the handcuffs on the animal for over two years to prevent boys taking it away. Inspector Bowyer stated that there was a wall round the field, and the animal could not stray when the gate was closed. The Bench said they would take a lenient view of the case, and fined defendant 5s. inclusive. On hearing this the defendant burst ito tears. Beaufort Arms. Mumbles. The licence of the Beaufort Arms, Mum- bles, was, temporarily transferred to Mr. Christopher Pride. Drunkenness. The following were fined for drunkenness: Thos. Evans, labourer, Datigytehtch: Morgan Bowen, wa.hmau. Llanelly; John Griffiths, collier, Llanelly; Edw. Thomas, collier, Gor- seinon; and Dd. Lloyd, mason, Loughor. A Llangyfelach collier, named Wm. John Owen. was fined 15s. for disorderly behaviour. MONDAY. (Before Messrs. Howel Watkius (in the chair), Wm. Watkins (ex-Mayor), S. Goldberg, Fred Rocke, and Joseph Rosser.) Miscellaneous. May Hughes, a woman of ill-repute, of 65, Strand, was fined 10s. or seven days for drunken and disorderly conduct.—Edward Hoane, labourer. 103. High-street, was charged with a triple offence—d. and d. and assaulting P.C.'s Connibear and (82) Hock- ings whilst in the execution of their duty; and also with assaulting Martha Logan by Kicking her. Alter hearing the evidence, sentence of two months' hard labour was passed.—John Jones, a collier hailing from Neath, and Margaret Davies, of ill-fame and no fixed address, were jointly charged with an act of indecency. The former was fined 20s. or 14 days, and the latter sent down for a calendar month.-Bridgett Corbett, married, 8, Ann-street, and Jennie Sheffers, Wellington-street, were both penalised for intoxication. Serious Larceny Charge. Benj. Roberts (18), steelworker; Sidney Roberts, a young clerk, 1, Dinas-road; and Richard Williams (41), labourer, 1,186, Neath- road, were charged with stealing a quantity of timber, slates and bricks from unoccupied houses in Dinas-road. Landore, the property of Messrs. Bennett Bros., on or about the 29th March. Mr. Viner Leeder appeared for the prosecution, and Mr. Hy. Thompson for the defence. The case was not gone into. the defendants being remanded, on bail, untiL Thursday. A Father's Cruelty. John Hellier, 23, Greyhound-street, was charged with wilfully exposing his child on April lst.-P.C. Fielder stated that about 3.45 a.m. on the date in question, the defen- dant's wife came and made a statement to him, in consequence of which he visited the house. He there saw the defendant, who ordered his wife and little girl out into the street. The weather was wet and dirty at the time. but although he (witness) warned the defendant that the consequences might be serious, the man insisted on sending oftt the child who had only her nightdress on. Witnessed advised the mother to take the little girl to a neighbour's house, and she did so. Evidence for the defence having been adduced, the presiding magistrate said it was a very cruel case, probably the result of drink and temper. A fine of 40s., or, in default, a month's hard labour, was inflicted. Alleged Unprovoked Assault. Violet Harrison. a married woman, sum- moned Mrs. Vaughan. Strand, for an assault alleged to have been committed on the 17th inst. Complainant, whose eyes were fright- fully discoloured, said she went to the de- fendant's house to ask about her son, who was staying there. Outside the house, she saw Mr. Vaughan, to whom she was speak- ing when, without any provocation, his wife came out, knocked her down. and kicked and beat her with her fists. The of- fence was denied, it being alleged that the complainant, in a quarrelsome mood, threa- tened to smash the windows, and in her excitement fell on a heap of stones, thus causing the injuries to her face. The case was adjourned for further investigation. T "TH?R(?irl He Left Behind Him." James McCarthy,labourer, 17. Brook-street, was summoned by Susan Williams, to show cause e c.—Mr. Henry Thompson appeared f°™P ™ aDd Mr" Leeder defended- Mr. Thompson explained that the girl worked at the Hafod Tinplate Works. De- fendant had iocciitly bp^n serving witJi thB Welsh Regimeot at S<mth Africa Tbl pair had known each other for five years-three years prior to the birth of the child they had kept companj regnlarh-. The child a girl—was born on August 13th, 1900. while complainant was in the Workhouse. At that time defendant was serving in South Africa Several witnesses were called. Defendant admitted having been intimate with the girl, but not at the period neces- sary to substantiate complainant's case. He denied having sent a letter containing en- dearing terms to her from Prieska. ° At this stage, Mr. Leeder said he would not proceed further with the ca.o. The usual order of 3s. 6<I.-per u-f-r.v fo:' 14 ye^i's, and expenses wv1 1í.w. Another Affiliation Case. I An affiliation case in which residents of Mysydd-street, Llandore, were interested was next heard. The complainant, a fair and somewhat prepossessing young woman, was Margaret A. Griffiths, Michael-terrace, and the defendant, David Thomas, a married man, described as a chargeman, of Landore. Mr. Thompson appeared for complainant, and Mr. Leeder for the defendant. In opening the case, Mr. Thompson said the complainant had been for about eight years in the employ of Mrs. Richards, of Mysydd Inn, Landore, and could produce testimonials appertaining to her good char- acter. She was actually compelled to bring this action against her mistresses son-in-law, who resided in a house about 100 yards from the Mysydd Inn. Intimacy took place about two years ago in a brewery shed at the back of the premises, and on subsequent occasions in defendant's own house. In the end the case was dismissed for want of corroboration. TUESDAY. (Before Messrs. J. W. Jones, David Owen, and Griff. Davies.) Drunkenness. A labourer named John Woods (22), of 22, Lynn-street, Cwmbwrla, was charged with being drunk and disorderly in Emma-street, on Monday.—A fine of 20s. was imposed or 14 days imprisonment.-Margaret J ones, widow, 9, Gomerian-place, admitted being drunk in Orange-street, and was fined 10s.— Charles Edwards, 57, Ysgol-street, who was similarly summoned, had to pay a like amount. Miscellaneous. A charge against Frank McFarlan for non- maintenance of his wife and family was withdrawn.-A judgment summons against Geo. Harris, 40, Trafalgar-terrace, for £ 3 6a. 5d. was adjourned for a week. "Almost Unmanageable." Mary Ann Anderson, described by Mr. Morgan, the master of the Swansea Work- house, as "almost unmanageable. was charged with absconding with the clothes belonging to the Guardians.—She was sent below for 14 days. WEDNESDAY. (Before Messrs. E. Rice Daniel, E. J. Boundy, F. H. Glynn Price, and D. Owen.) A Very Old Offender. Margaret Rogers, better known as Mad Maggie/' who made her 265th appearance on a charge of drunken and disorderly conduct, Maggie," who made her 265th appearance on a charge of drunken and disorderly conduct, ( was sent to prison for seven days. | Juvenile Delinquents. Three boys were each fined a shilliQg for driving hand-trucks on the pavement- Harold Williams, 39, James-street; Brinley Williams, 119, Neath-road; and Llewelyn MacNamara, S, Spring-terrace. Coke-Stealing. Sarah Ann Griffiths and Janet Furgeson, two married women living at Morriston, were summoned for stealing a small quantity of coke from the Upper Forest and Worcester Steel and Tinplate Works on the 14th inst. Mr. J. Lewis (Messrs. Hartland, Isaac, and Watkins), who appeared for the prosecution, said these petty pilierings were becoming .so common that the company felt bound to take proceedings with a view to putting a stop to them. They also feared an accident might Happen to the trespassers.—Evidence having been tendered by P.C.'s Jones and Sims and i A. Jones (chief mechanic at the works), pen- alties of 5s. each were inflicted. Two other women, named Mary Daley and Ann Ed- wards, were similarly dealt with for a like offence. A Breach of the Licensing Laws. Mary Evans, landlady of the Station Inn,, Loughor, was summoned for selling beer to a drunken person on Sunday, the 13th inst. i Mr. D. R. Edmunds (Llanelly) defended. 1 P.C. Walters stated that in company wich another constable, he visited the Station Inn about 7.45 p.m. on the date in question. When the defendant came to the door in reply to his knock, she said she didn't open on Sua- days. She attempted to close the door, but putting his foot in the way, he forced his way into the house. In one of the rooms he found three men, hailing from Llanelly, one of whom was in a slightly intoxicated state. The defence set up was that the defendant did not observe that the man was drunk.- The Bench, however, decided to convict, and imposed the somewhat severe penalty of £5, including costs, though the licence was not endorsed, as the house in question had pre- viously borne a good reputation. Affiliation. Mary Fry, a single woman, living at Pen- clawdd, summoned Wm. Davies, BIaengarw, to show cause why, etc. Mr. W. A. Thomas appeared for the complainant. The usual order, with cost." was made. Dismissed. A young married woman, named Ann Hughes, was summoned for keeping her re- freshment house at Cockett open after 11 o'clock on Sunday, the 12th inst. A con- stable deposed to finding- four men in the defendant's house after hours on the date in question. On the table in the front of them were two glasses containing a little pop, while the men were eatirfg something- Defendant (called) said the men were Dot drinking anything. Her brother had merely given them a few nuts.-The case was dis- missed. Adulterated Milk. Rees Walters, caterer, Pontardulais, was summoned for selling adulterated milk.— Supt. Menhennick proved the offence; the milk, he said, was 13 per cent. deficient in butter fat.-Defendant admitted the fact, but said the milk he sold had been received straight from a farm near Pontardulais.—' Mr. E. Rice Daniel told defendant he was liable to a penalty of JB20. but a. fine of 30s. inclusive was inflicted. Dismissed on a Technicality. Three Swansea men-Chas. Beynon, bar- man; John Underwood, clerk; J. HilL clerk—were summoned for disorderly beha- viour on the Mumbles-road on Sunday even- iag.—Mr. R. T. Leyson defended.—Several policemen were called, including Sergt. Hop- kins, who said defendants were using bad language, and jumping about like madmen. -The summons was ultimately dismissed on a technicality, the offence not being des- cribed "as set forth in the Oystermouth Bye- laws." Other Cases. Frederick Richards, haulier, Swansea, paid 15s. for driving without lights., and John Adams, timberseller,, Blackpill, Is. and costs for allowing his donkey to stray. The following were fined for drunkenness: -Samuel Martin, blacksmith. Swansea; W. Page, labourer, Swansea; Ed. Hodging, la- bourer. Swansea; and Henry Short, painter,, Swansea. THURSDAY. ( Heforp Messrs J R T.p»"pr W \Vutl-;„c S Goldberg, D. Owen, and J. Lewis. Charge of Perjury Dismissed. John Thomas, No. 8. Cwm-road, Hafod. was charged with committing perjury on April 10th. Mr. L. Richards prosecuted, and Mr. Leyson defended.. It was stated that in a licensing case heard on the date in question, defendant stated that some beer found in his possession did not come from the Old Duke.-Inspector Parker (who deposed to seeing Thomas leave the old Duke with a bottle of beer under his coat) and a woman, named Johanna Parker (who denied having given defendant any beer) and others having been called, defendant, on oath, stated that the beer was given him by the woman Parker, whose daughter had brought home two gal- lons.-Evidence having been tendered for the defence, the case was dismissed. Wanton Damage. In addition to the three men previously remanded on the charge of stealing timber, etc., Benj. Roberts (59), grocer. 1, Forbea- street; and Catherine Roberts, his wife, were this morning- proceeded against for receiring the same. Mr. Leeder prosecuted and Mr. Thompson defended. Sergt. Griffith.s deposed to finding some joists, etc., at the rear of the house occupied by Roberts (senior). He subsequently took possession of four troughs. 18 joists, 433 I slates 11 flags, 516 bricks, and two doors. Some of the bricks were found at No. 33, J Dinas-rond. When charged in conjunction with Benj. and Sidney Roberts, Williams s;;id. "I did not steal them I was not there." Iknj. Roberts (senior) said he kept the things for safety. Mr. Benj. Bennett, of Messrs. Bennett Bro" said the eight houses were unoccupied, I and remained so for some time. Last Mon- ii;iv week he had the photograph (produced) taken of the houses, which were dismantled, and would hare to be rebuilt. The damage done was from E5 to JE7. Mr. Leeder intimated at this juncture that he would take upon himself the responsibility of withdrawing the charge against Richard Williams, as it appeared that he was em- ployed by other interested parties, and a similar course was adopted with regard to Sidney Roberts. The other defendants pleaded guilty. Benj. Roberts (senior), to whom the houses formerly belonged, until a building society had taken them over, was given an excellent character. There was a previous conviction for larceny again Benj. Roberts (junior), and he was sentenced to 14 days' imprisonment with hard labour. The remaining defendants were sent to prison for seven days in the second divi- sion. Dismissed. Jas. Halpin, described as a porter, of 22. William-street, was charged with stealing a bicycle belonging to one Thos. Allen, by means of a trick.—Dismissed.

Mother: IVIat Have you been fighting ajjai'i, Johnnie? Good little boys don't." Johnnie- Yes, I know that. I thought he was £ "<;d liltie boy, but after I hit him once I found lie wasn't." "Miss Wallflower is much more sentimental than I thought. She keeps every letter that old lover of hers writes her." "That isn't senti- mental, my dear; it is good, hard, breach-of- promise. sense." Lmeline: How I should love to overhear the conversation of several highly intellectual men." Edgar: "Pooli! I've been with them; they always begin on hooks, but soon get to talking about something good to eat." Old gentleman (to little boy who is playing soldiers) "Ah, my little man, yuu're a son of Mars, eh!" Little boy (indignantly): "Course I m a son of Mar's. Yer didn't suppose I was a son of auntie's, did yer ? "But you are too young," pleaded the anxious mother. "\0 gjvj should marry before her mind is /ully formed." "Oh," said the gladsome maiden of eighteen summers, "my mind has been made up for more than a week." Grogan What a power o' funerals they do be bavin' at the church these days! Shure, «-ru- ?^.ar^e(l me thinkin' Miss Casey: thinkin' avwhat?" Mr. Grogan: "That whin it come toime fur my funeral would you be the widdy? Master of the House: "I've been waiting for f one hour." Mistress of the House: Before we were married you said that you ul wo i(I be willing, like Jacob, to wait for me twice seven yi^rs." Master (five years marrIed) "I only wish ] had." At a meeting where a board of directors was bf-inf-M'OHderaru'd f0v bad management, a speaker in defence s.-id "Perhaps you think that in this board of directors half do the work and half de nothing. As a.matter of fact, gentlemen, the reverse is the case." A lawyer was about to furnish a bill of costs the other day when his client, a baker, said: "I hope that vou will makp. it. as licht as possible." "Ah," said the lawyer, "you might perhaps say that to the foreman of your establish- ment, but that is not the way I make my bread." An old Yorkshire farmer was seeing his son off by tram by one of our fast expresses, and the engine, which was one of the large and heavy compounds, had some difficulty in starting. The fanner rushed up to the guard and said: "Shall i ask our Willie to git out till she gits started ? There is a good Lobby story of a member of Parliament who was much pestered by a corre- spondent desiring to have from him full details of the arrangements of a certain lunatic asylum whose efficiency had been questioned. The member replied as follows: "Dear Sir,-The asylum at A is excellent. You will ftnd it very comfortable." Enthusiastic (but short-sighted) Lady Artist: "My good man, what are those beautiful waving objects near those trees, rivalling the latter themselves in grace and beauty of outline, making such a beautiful variety in the land- scape, and syeming to h*ng 'twixt earth and Heaven?'3 labourer (gruffly): "Shirts." y?1} can admire our fire brigade as you d°(i subscribing £ 20 to it, I'm blessed if I know. It s (the most useless "My dear fellow, that « not admiration; that's gratitude. If they d come a quarter of an hour sooner when my place was burnt down I should have been hundreds of pounds out of pocket from the in- surance peeple." Judkins "I learn that through your agent you have bought the properties on either side of your house, and got them cheap. How did you manags it ? Foxley: "Easily enough. My wife is an elocutionist, my daughter plays the banjo, George the cornet, I the violin, Bob the banjo, Charley rattles the bones, and little Johnnie has the drum." Here are half-a-dozr'n prescriptions I would like you to make upas soon as you can, "wheezed Rivers. "I can see they are all for the cure of a r: Jld." remarked the chemist, looking them over. "It's like this," explained Rivers. "When I had my la.t cold I tried all these. One of 'em cured r-le but I can't remember now, confound it, "•Inch one it was

NOTES BY WATCHMAN. DRY, BUT WHOLESOME. A modern philosopher has said that Man being essentially a creature of habit has come to look upon what he is pleased to consider as the inferior creation from one point Nof view only, and that, in most cases, the narrow and selfish one of his own interests thus his views are frequently lamentably prejudiced and erroneous." I feel obliged to subscribe to this dictum. If it is the truth, it is well that we shousd have it impressed upon us, even though the lesson may not be a pleasing one to learn. When we have it out fairly with our- selves it is astonishing what a number of things there are that we regard from the point of view which is the narrow and selfish one of our own interests. As a matter of fact there are swarm.. of good people—that is good in a certain restricted sense—who allow the entire orbit of their vision to be occupied with their own affairs— their own interests. This is very sad, and who shall say how much we lose thereby of the beautiful and the true. CRUELTY TO ANIMALS. Ever and anon we find cases coming under notice of animals whion though dumb, are not without voices who suffer from the thoughtless- ness and the inhumanity of man. Too frequently have the police had to bring offenders to a sense of the impropriety of their conduct, by requiring them to answer for such conduct to the local magistrates. It is well that there is law (I do not mean Edmund in this con- nection), to protect man from his fellow-man, and it is also good that tbera is the same imoalpabie, but majestic presence to protect the so-cailed lower animals from man's cruelty and neglt-ct. Notwithstanding the sternness of the Neath Bench in dealing with those who leave their animals in the Neath Cattle Market, totally un- cared for, the wrong doing continues. All who know anything of the Neath Bench know that it is determii ed to put down the evil, and we may therefore look for the imposition of an exemplary fine when the next case comes before it. It is useless to argue or to reason with the persons who are guilty of this most cruel of offences. The only effective way to stop the cruelty is to make puuishment follow swiftly and sharply upon the commission of the wrong. THE POLICE. A word must be written in commendation of the Police for the activity they have shown in bringing offenders to punishment. The obtaining of a conviction is not in such cases the easiest thing in the world it should be remembered. It is certain that if the Neath Police were not on thb alert, the evil upon which I have dilated would not merely continue, but it would grow. The Public?—No the Public is too busy and too callous, and does not believe in interfering unless there are material interests to be served. Are people who are exasperated over the too slow killing of human beings m South Africa likely to be troubled over the sufferings of four-footeci creatures left to be tortured with hunger in the Neath Cattle Market? It is nut likely !—unless the moans and groans of the animals cause personal annoyance.

[BY OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.] FIRE. A fire which did considerable damage, was dis- covered at mid-night Tuesday, on the premises of Mr. Griffiths, tailor, Windsor-road. The family had retired for the night, and after the alarm, Mr. and Mrs. Griffiths first saw to their children being taktn to a place of safety. Neighbours gave willing help, and with such success, that when the police (who were on the scene within a few minutes of being cailed) arrived, the flames had been extinguished. Head Constable Lewis, and Police Iuspeetor Jones were in attendance. It was at a fire on the same piemises five years ago that Inspector, then Sergeant Jones, received severe burns, which disabled him for a consider- able time. It is stated that Tuesday night's blaze was cansed by some clothes which had been left near the sitting room fire, becoming ignited. The building which is the property of Mr. Joseph Mills, is insured, but the loss on contracts is not covered by insurance. MINERS' EMERGENCY COMMITTEE. A meeting of the Emergency Committee of the Western District Association of Mioers was held at the Castle Hotel, Neath, on Tuesday after- noon, Mr Juhn Baker presiding. Several matters of importance were dealt with, and the decisions arrived at will, it is stated, relieve the strain which has existed for some time between em- ployers and employed in certain collieries. Mr John Williams (miners' agent) stated that the employers at Eaglesbush had not respected the arrangement arrived at, and unless that arrange- ment were carried out the colliery would be closed down. A further meeting of the same committee was held at the Castle Hotel, Neath, on Thursday. NEATH EUEAj DISTRICT COUNCIL. The annual meeting of the above-named Council was held on Wednesday, Mr. Edward Davies presiding, pro tern. The following also were present:— Lieut.-Col. A. S. Gardner, Messrs. Thos. Williams, E. Law, D. E. Hop- kins, D. Jones, D. Thomas, S. B. Davies, D. E. Vaughan, G. O. Jenkins, W. H. Ealden, W. Rice Evans, C. V. Pegge, John John, E.Evans Bevan, T. G. Lloyd, W. H. David, Wm. David, Richard Jenkins. J. Edwards Vaughan, W. Jones and J. H. Moore. On the motion of Mr. Ed. Davies, seconded by Mr. William Jones, Mr. William Howell was unanimously re-elected chairman, Mr. Wm. Howell said he hoped the coming year would be as pleasant as the past had been. He thanked the members of the Coun- cil for their loyalty and co-operation, which had added to the smooth and effective conduct of the busines of the Council. Mr. W. H. Ealden moved that Lieut.-Col. A. S. Gardner be re-elected vice-chairman. Mr. S. B. Davies seconded, and the motion was carried unanimously. On the motion of Mr. W. H. David it was agreed that the resolution which twelve months previously had been carried, on the initiative of Mr. David Williams, that 14 days' notice of motion must be given be rescinded and that in accordance with standing orders a three doeys' notice requirement be substi- tuted. Mr. C. V. Pegge offered some criticism in respect to the Skewen committee, and com- plained that although there was important litigation in progress the Council had no re- port presented to it. Gentlemen who had been members of the Council for 12 months had heard no report of the work of the committee named. The Clerk replied. The Council then proceeded to settle the contracts for haulage, street watering, etc., for the ensuing twelve months. ° WEDNESDAY'S MARKET. A fair amouut of business was done at the following figuresBest beef, 12s to 12s 6d per seore; inferior, 5|d to 6|d; sheep, 9d to 9|d; heavy, 7!d to 8|d; pigs, 10s.; porkers, 11E1.; calves, 7Jd. to 8d.; cows and calves, £10 to £16.

BRITON FERRY NOTES AND NEWS. [BY OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.] Mr. Harry Davies (son of the Rev. yf.J)B,viea), who went some months ago to South Af n ca tor the benefit of his health is, we regret to learn, at present detained in hospital, having been debarred from taking the risk of return voyage. On the other hand, Mr. D. L. Jones, who sailed at the same time, is, we arc pleased to an nounce, progressing favourably, and has secured a good position. I inadvertently omitted in my report last week of the anniversary services at the English Congregational Church to state that a Welsh sermon waa preached by tne Rev. Mr. Hughes, Bethesda, in the afternoon. A lecture was delivered under the auspices of the "Circle of Umty, at the Council Chamber on Friday last. Mr. K. 1. John presided. Mr. Fred Thomas, the versatile schoolmaster of Giant's Grave, held^ forth for over an hour on "Optical Illusions, also touching upon the various iilusiona experienced by the other senses. On the whole, a moat entertaining lecture, copiously illustrated, was given. At the close, several questions were asked and ably dealt with. A vote of thanks waa carried, on the praposition of the Rev. T. S. Davies. seconded by Mr. Sam Lewis, a like compliment being also paid to the chairman. Rev. D. Davies, pastor of Salem Baptist Chapel, preaching on Sunday last, denounced in strong terms the wording of a placard, announc- ing a social" for the benefit of the Established Church in the town. It was stated that daticine and amusement" would be indulged in until 12 o'clock. It was, he thought, a disgrace that people, under the name of religion, should associate themselves with practices tbat fre- quently led to deplorable results, and he urged those present to fio a!l in their power to dis- counteiiancft such methods of carrying on religious work. URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL. The annual meeting of the above authority was held at; the Council Ctinmber on Thursday in last week. There were pregent-Coiinc-illors D. Davits, J.P W. Jenkins, M. G. Roberts. Owen James. Hewlett. G. Jones, W G M. Jeffreys, G. Getbm, M H. Hunter. T. Gwynne, L. Go.ver and Jenknii Hill, Mr Fred Kampthorne, clerk, :md Mr Alex Clarke, surveyor. A large number of rate- Payep«al-o put in an appearance. Councillor W. G TVT Zp-Sre?B was voted to the chair pro. tern. j-ir George Get'nin proposed the re-election of Councillor D. Davies, and Mr George Jones seconded. ° Aid' rrna,.) Hill said that last year the principle was laid d^wu—although at th* time h«> di^gree t with it tbat a new chairman b appointed each year. He did not o..st any rrflecrion upon the f p (^3airman. and had always been loyal to him, but there were special reasons why a gentleman in the position and of the ability of Councillor P. Gwynne should occupy the chair this vear. He claimed, as an old member or 24 yearn* standing", that he hati a special right to lie heard 011 this question, ano therefore he m .ved the election of Councillor Gwynne for the position.—Councillor Owen James seconded. On being-put to the vote Councilor D. Davies was re-elected hy a maloiity of f.ur- Councillor D. Lavies. in thanking- them for the honour done him. said he was not anxious for the position. He bad not cnnvas-el for it but he had always endeavoured to do his best while in the cha..r. Mr. Hill sanl t fit a capable man WAS required, and he did not dispute ih^t Gwynne was a <n <n of greater ability than iam-elf. Mr. Hill explained that his smirks were net in- tended in any detriment :i spirit. Councillor Owen Janu s was ebcted to the vice- chair unanimously, and in a fnv appropriate words, he thanked them for the honour. ice various committees were then appointed, Councillor Howl tt. a new member, thought it was not policy for members to decline offices as they did. They appeared to hiui lik" a lot of children about it. Mr. W. D. Jones, DIVen J<>.mss. Ivor Gwynne, and M. H. Jones, ueie appointed overseers for the ensuinz year.

BURRY PORT AND DISTRICT. [Bv OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.] I CARMEL CHAPEL, PEMBREY. A quarterly meeting of the Sunday School ef C IL01 was held on Sunday last, the pastor, the Rev. J. H. Rees, A.T.S., presiding over a large attendance. An excellent progra.mme wa.s contributed to by Miss Lizzie Lewis, Miss Lizzie Edtvards, Miss Elizabeth Ann Davies, Miss Lizzie Mary Jones, Miss Sarah Jane Davies, Miss Mary Williams, Miss Sarah Margaret Ragers. Mr. Richard Lewis, Mif-a Joyce Williams, Miss Mary Ann Morris, Mr. Edwin Davits, Miss Ellen Gale and friends, Miss Mary Hannah Jones, Miss Katie Rees, Mr. W. Davies, Miss Marga,ret Ann Evans, Miss Maria Davies, Miss Mary Jane Lewis, Miss Mary Jane Phillips, Miss Mara Davies, Mr. Joseph Lewis, Miss Margaret Davies, Miss Mary Jane Phillips, and Mr. Evan Jones and friends. L' A most successful meeting came to an end by tne pastor pronouncing tne benediction. Carmel has ever been noted for its quarterly meetings for nearly a hundred years, but this meeting was quite equal to the best of them. The pastor (the Rev J. H. Rees) was delighted with the talent displayed, while the popularity of these Carmel meetings may be guaged from the fact that long before the time for commencing, the chapel was crowded, many being unable to gain admittance. The secretary (Mr Jenkin Thomas) deserves every credit for providing such an excellent programme, while the choir leader (Mr Thomas Williams) also deserves a word of praise for the singing of his choir. DEPARTURE OF EX-COUNCILLOR D. EVANS. The many friends of Mr. D. Evans, who used to represent Pembrey on the Carmarthenshire County Council, will be glad to hear that the popular ex-councillor has received an important engagement in German East Africa, and left on Thursday morning per the G.W.R. for London, and will go from there to Rotterdam, where he embark for Mombassa, where he has been engaged under the same company as when he previously went out with Mr. Christopher James, Swansea. Mr. Evans talks very highly of the kindnesses he received from Mr. James during his sojourn in Damaraland under Mr. James, and says that when Mr. James received The Cambrian" he passed it on for sll the party to see the news. Mr. Stephen John, one of the deacons of Zion Chapel, made feeling reference on Sunday, and wished him God-speed and trusted that he would like his new home, and that he would be spared to come home again to his native place when his engagement terminated. PEMBREY PARISH COUNCIL. The annual meeting of the above, was held at the Free Library, on Saturday evening, when there were present; Messrs. D. Williams, Thos. Williams, W. Howell, Philip Jones, Joseph Griffiths (Burry Port), Jno. Brazell and Robert Lewis (Village), J. Saddler, J. Davies and D. Jenkins (Trimsaran), W. John (collector), Mr. W. Howell (clerk), and the deputy clerk (Mr. Mervyn Howell). Election of Chairman, &c.—The first business was the election of chairman for the year. W. Rogers, Pwll, moved, and Philip Jones seconded, that D. Williams the old chairman be re-elected, the motion was carried unanimously. Mr. Thos. Williams, Elkington-road, was, on the motion of W. Howell, seconded by R. Lewis, appointed vice- chairman. Both returned thanks for the honour done them, the chairman hoping that they would work shoulder to shoulder as hitherto. Collector's Salary.—A letter was read from W. John, collector, asking for < £ 20 for collecting the sanitary rate. He said that he was to be paid £ 20 for each rate collected, in addition to the £ 10 for collecting the lighting and watching rate.— Several members took exception to this statement, but on the proposition of Joseph Griffiths, seconded by W. Howell, the amount was ordered to be paid, the Clerk stating that before another rate was collected they would have urban powers, and then they could choose their own collector. Appointment of Overseers.—The overseers were re-elected en bloc ;Burry Port Ward, W. T. Williams; Pembrey Village, Evan Williams; Pwll Ward, Llewellyn Owens; Trimsaran, Enock Phillips. Increase of Rates-Mr. Rogers, Pwll, asked if it was true that the parish meeting at Burry Port bad determined to increase their rate from 3d. to 5d. in the A.—The Chairman said their rate was only lid. in the £ whereas they could go up to 6d. in tne i it they wanted. Coronation Festivities.-It was decided that the clerk call a special meeting at an carly date in order to decide what to do during the corona- I tion week. This was all the business. PROPOSED TESTIMONIAL TO MR. GIBBON. At a meeting held at the residence of W- ^ded' tnT oker> on Tuesday evening, it was decided, to form a committee to raise a fund in order o present Mr Gibbon, who for many years was the agent of the G.W.R. at Burry Port, with a testimonial. The meeting on Tuesday was presided over by Mr Samuel Rees, and there were I also Present -County Councillor T. F. Wilkins, Williams, chairman of Parish Council, W. Howell shipbroker, W. Howell, Peneoed, W. S. Withey, W. Griffiths, Thomas Morgan, tin house juperintendent, Ashburnham Works. The following were elected as officials-Chairman, Mr Samuel Rees; treasurer, W. Howell, ship- broker; seoretary, H. Williams, Glasfryn. The following gentlemen were selected to collect subscriptions—T. F. Wilkins, Thomas Morgan, J. R. Griffiths, W. S. Withey, M. O. Davies, Rhys G. Reynolds, W. Howell, W. Howell (Peneoed), W. Hancock (Docks), W. Griffith (Pembrey), Samuel Jsees, vv. Williams (G.W.R.), Mr Lear, Rees Davies, Walters (chemist), Charles (chemist). For the full score of the golf match in which the Swansea Bay Club so decisively vanquished the Ashburnham, please refer to our athletic columns by Argus."

Sir Lewis Morris is preparing an ode weloome to the Prince of Wales on the occasion of the forthcoming installation at Carnarvon, and this will appear in a handbook shortly to be published by the committee. The command of the troops will be entrusted to Colonel Mainwar- ing, of Wrexham. Not more than 200 seats will be available for the general public at the ceremony.

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————— — -a GOWERTON- GOSPEL TEMPLE SERVICES. At the half-yearly services of the Gospel Temple English Congregational Church, the Revs T. S. Davies, of Bri'on Ferry J. John, of Three Croases, a-r'u J. Jones, B.A., of Llanelly, omciattcl. The serviept3 were most successful, the building being filled by representatives of all the churches of the neighbourhood. The Pastor (>ev. u. Divije-Wiiliams), at the close of the services on Monday venin^, tendered to those of the various denominations and churches present the warrant thanks of the Church and himseit; he fi-lt sure tna' no church anywhere received more^j,radical sympathy and enc(>urage- m9iit in then euorts with the Master's work than the Cnurcb. of Gospel Tpmpie. Among those present during the services were the Rev R. Richards (B ), Rev C' T'1s (M.C.), Rev J. B van, of W aunarlwyda, and Ri;v Waj,ts Lewis. B.A. THE UNITED TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT' On Tuesday evening a children's temperance meeting1 was >'eid at Gospel Temple, presided over by Mr J. Levari, beaumaster, Board Schools, Gowerton. Addtcsses were delivered by Mrs Symons, of Swan tJII, nnd Mrs J. Rowlands, headmistress of Schools, Wautiariwydd. The Boar.I Scho choir, conducted by the head- i, t; e (Miss Staha.ro) \Vel" present, and rendered songs, soio-, quartettes, &c., &c. This WMS followed immediately by a woman s temperance meeting, presided over by Mrs. Davies- '.v nliams. an at woich Mrs S monds aud Mis. Shaw, of tne British W, men Temperance As-oeiation, delivered oos^ eloquent aud impres- sive addresse- to a large audience of women. Miss Stailard, with he;- "h.))r. al-o took part ia this meetine. We le irn th it branch of the British ein Association igabout to be founded at Govveiton.

PBACG F RO^iVECTiS. FIGHTERS TO CONFER. OFFICIAL STATEMENTS. In the House of Commons on Friday, Mr. Balfour said: In coniormity with the pledge I gave the house a few days ago, it might, perhaps, be proper for me to say that Lord Milner and Lord Kitchener have had two conierences wiuh the delegates at their re- quest. Lord Kitchener, wnile refusing an armistice on military grounds, has agreed to give facilities for the election and meeting of representatives of the various commandoes to consider the position. The Boer leaders have lefr Pretoria for this purpose, and it is not expected that communications can be resumed in less than three weets. In the House of Lords on the same day, the Earl of Camperdown asked the Prime Minister whether he could give the House any information wiah regard to the proceed- ings in connection with the war in South Africa. The Marquis of Salisbury: We have this morning received some intelligence, but not of a very abundant character. The noble Marquis proceeded to read the message from Lord Kitchener which had been pre- viously read in the House of Commons, and concluded by saying he had nouhing to add. AN OPiIMISTiC REPOHT. The "Daily Mail" publish uhe following op- timistic account of the conference at Pre- toria — "The first real negotiations commenced on Monday with Lord Milner at Pretoria. "The first step of the Boers was to make an urgent request for an armistice—this was the second appeal of the kind-to last during the progress of rhe negotiations. Precedents were adduced—notably what happened in the Franco-German War. The Cabinet on Tues- day met the demand with a point-blank re- fusal. "Such was the uncertainty prevailing in official circles as to how the Boer delegates would MLke it that there was a distinct feel- ing of pessimism. The Boer delegates, how- ever, accepted the refusal. "Then came the discussions. "There were many attempts of the Boers to alter the terms which the British laid down. There was never any quescion, it now seems, of the Boer terms being considered as the basis of negotiations, and in point of fact they have made no formal proposals whatever to the Government. "The Cabinet took the view ihat there could be no treaty, convention, or settlement, as after the Crimea of the war of 1870-1; it was simply a question of terms to be given by the victor to a beaten foe upon surrender. The Boers, however, obtained in a suffi- ciently concise form from Lord Milner the British proposals. "But thty proved very stubborn—practi- cally on the question of amnesty, the banish- ment proclamation, the early restoration of responsible government, and their represen- tation on the Executive Council which will succeed military administration, which would teiminat,e at the soonest practicable date. "This was on Tuesday, when it seemed likely that in view of the firmness of the British Government and the stubbornness of the Boers the negotiations were heading .3,e. straight for a dedlock or collapsse. "The result of Tuesday's deliberations having been cabled to London, the Cabinet on Wednesday reaffirmed the British posi- tion. which refused to alter any of their terms jn the interests of the future peace of South Arica, which, at any cost, it is the intention of the Government to ensure. "When the Boer delegates men again yesterday at Pretoria, this decision of the Cabinet was laid before them, practically placing them in the position of agreeing to peace on the Briash terms or of rejecting them and terminating the conference. "In the interval, however, their general disposition had undergone a change. They displayed a much more reasonable attitude. "Lord Milner was empowered to grant them one or two seats on the Executive CounciL subject to the approval of his Majesty's Government and pending the restoration of responsible Government. "As a result of the conference we under- stand that the Boers practically agree to accept .the British terms; some details— which should not create any real difficulty- remaining to be settled. c. ÅS an instance of how matters are progres- sing, we may state that Lord Milner has summoned to Pretoria from Johannesburg an Australian expert tlo afford him assistance in estimating the cost of rebuilding and re- stocking the Boer farms, for which a money grant will be made to the Boers. c. We may add that up to the present the Boer delegates have acted quite indepen- dently of their representatives in Holland." SIR CHAS. WARREN AND SPION KOP. The Spiou Kop dispatches, or some of them, have been issued, and referring thereto, Sir Charles Warren writes to the "Morning Lea,d.or" the past two years I have con- feidered it right to remain silent under the criticism passed on me in the Spion Kop dispatches. But recently a White-book has been pub- Iisned containing, I have no doubt, all the dispatches having reference to the Spion JKop operations which has reached the War Othoe in March, 1900. This White-book, however, does not contain 6onie of the most important documents bear- ing on the subject, and those now published if consideied by themselves, give a totally incorrect view of t!he matter, and one which reflects most injuriously upon the military reputation of myself and those who served eo well under me. I trust that my conduct will be justified by the publication by his Majesty's Govern- ment of complete documentsr—a course which I should infinitely prefer to undertaking my ow justification. But the military reputation of myself and those who were under me is involved. Pending "ueh Government action (which I trust may be taken without delay) I refrain from troubling you with anr fur 1u-r state- fnen; at pve«.pr>t."

LISER SUNK. PASSENGERS SAVED BY A HULL STEAMER. Lloyd's agent at Malaga telegraphs :—The Austrian steamer Buda and the Dutch steamer Ariadra, have been in collision off Cape Gatt. The former vessel sunk. The latter has put in here badly damaged. Buda's crew picked ¡ up by Murillo and landed here. Another telegram from Malaga states the steamer Murillo, of Hull, put in there with 29 ^rew, 118 passengers, of the steamer Buda, of Fiume, sunk eastward in collision with steamer Ariadre, of Rotterdam. =====

EARTHQUAKE IN AMERICA. REPORTED LOSS OF FIVE HUNDRED LIVES. A dispatch to the "New York Herald" from Guatemala reports that three earthquakes occurred on Friday night, wrecking the town of Quezaltenango, and totally destroying Amatitlan. Five hundred persons are said to have been killed at Quezaltenango, but the exact loss of life cannot at present be ascer- tained. Schemanka, the earthquake city in Russia, on Saturday experienced two severe shocks. The whole town was thrown into a state of excitement. Further excavations resulted in the discovery in a chocked-up cellar of the bodies of five women, victims of the former earthquakes in that city. Doctors agree that they must have suffered a dreadful death by starvation, for their fingers were gnawed away. Their death provides evidence of the dilatoriness with which the excava- tions have been carried out.

LONDON WAREHOUSE DESTROYED BY FIRE. MANY LIVES LOST. FATAL HEROISM. At midnight on Saturday a fire of not very extensive proportions, bat terrible in its conse- quences, many lives having been lost, occurred at Hackney, a thickly populated suburb of London. At five minutes after midnight the fire brigade were warned of the outbreak, and seven minutes later Superintendent Egerton received by tele- phone at the district headquarters of the fire brigade at Whitechapel from his own men already on the scene a message stating that a printers' warehouse was well alight. Notwithstanding the commendable promptitude with which they reap nded to the call, the firemen found a build- ing of three floors used as a ticket writer's premises blazing from top to bottom. While hydrants were being brought into play reinforce- ments of firemen arrived from Bow, Shoreditch, and Bethnal Green, and these were speedily followed by steamers from other districts, together with horsed escapes carrying also reserve lengths of hose and appliances of every description likely to be required in such circum- stances, even including medical bandages, oils for treatment of burns, etc. The application of the most modern fire-fighting appliances, however, gave the firemen no advantage over the blazing pile for a time, and amidst the turmoil and excitement occasioned by the strenuous endea- vours of the firemen to combat their toe and the assembling of a great and eager crowd ominous rumours spread that the inhabitants of the burn- ing building had not been seen or heard of since the outbreak. The terrible suspicion as to the fate of such occupants had a most distressing effect upon the last accumulating crowd of people, whose anxiety to press nearer the danger necessitated the employment of a very large body of policemen to keep clear the vicinity for the unfettered operations of the firemen. The missing people were known to occupy the apartments above the signwriter's shop, and the firemeu, tempted as they were to risk an entry, I found themselves baffled by the sheets of flame that enveloped the building. It would have been sheer madness to do other than attempt to subdue the flames, and to this and the nreservation nf neighbouring property the firemen devoted their whole attention. The" determined efForts of the gailant fellows to check the progress of the fire were watched with unmistakable feelings of awe by the restrained crowd, and it was not long before the enormous quantity of water poured on the btructure subdued the fury of the flames. While the practically gutted building was still emitting a terrific heat the firemen ventured among the debris, and at 1 o'clock came across the terribly charred remains of three persons. They were placed separately in canvas sheets and brought to the street, being subsequently re- moved to the mortuary. There were eight roams in the house, but the actual number of occupants of the building is not definitely known at present, but it is beyond doubt that seven lives have been lost-a man, two women, and four children. The search was continued on Sunday morning, and the remains of seven bodies were recovered and identified as follows: Arthur Regolous, Alice Briggd (26). Alice Maud Denman (25), Alice Maud Denman (8), Charles Denman (6), Ethel Denman (4), and Winifred Denman (three months). It was subsequently ascertained that at the time of the outbieak the premises were occupied by Mrs. Denman, her six children, and a young wom.1n lodger, the children and the lodger being asleep at the time. On the alarm being given Mrs. Denman at onee rushed upstaiss and suc- ceeded in bringing down two of the children (girls) and placing them in safety- In making a second attempt it is presumed that the unfortunate woman was overcome by the dense smoke, or that her retreat was cut off. for nothing further Wf.8 seen of her. The remains of the man found on the premises have been identified as those of Arthur Regelous, 218, Queen's Buildings, nf He was a stranger, and it is thought that he rushed into the burning building to help in the work of rescue, but perished in his f• ? Denman was not at home at wt Ji6 i Qot having finished his work. When he returned and was informed of his bereavement the unfortunate man was stricken down with the terrible news.

DEATH OF DR. E. FOR8YTIL PROMISING CAREER CUT SHORT. It was learned with deep regret'throughout 11 hout Swansea, that Dr. E. Forsyth died at his re- sidence in Trinity-place at 3.30 on Tuesday afternoon, from complications following an attack of rheumatic fever, with which he was seized on Wednesday last, up to which day he had attended to his practice as usual. Dr. Forsyth was a graduate of Edinburgh Univer- j sity, of which city he was a native. After a highly successful career at the University, Dr. Forsyth came to Swansea about twelve years ago, and after serving for some time as assistant to Dr. D. Howel Thomas, decided to commence a practice for himself. As a medi- cal man he displayed exceptional skill, and was ever willing to place his services at all hours of the day and night at the disposal of the poorer section of the people. Some fire or six years ago he entered into part- nership with Dr. Morgan, Adelaide-street, and Dr. Hubert Thomas, of Manselton, and acted as medical officer at a number of local works, in addition to instructing two or three ambulance classes. He suffered a couple of years ago from the effects of blood poisoning, caused as a result of an operation, and at one time his condition was so critical that little hope was entertained foi his re- covery. During his last illaess he was attended by Dr. Elswortb, under whom he studied in the University at Edinburgh, and Dr. Win. Morgan. Despite the best skill and the devoted attention of his mother and sister, with whom he resided, he passed away as stated above. Deceased, who was a genial, kindly disposed gentleman, was only 35 years of age. The funeral takes place tbis day (Friday). I

FASHIONABLE WEDDING. BAREE-RAYNER. On Saturday last, at St. Saviour's Church Wesc Cioydon (by the Rev. Theodore G. Phil- lipS. M i!• VVunam Robert Haneoin BMee (of Davies and Baree, Swansea, and youngest son of the lateMr John Baree, of the Mumbles), to Eliza- beth Martha (Pattie). eldest daughter of Gilmour George and Helen Rayner, late of Liverpool. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a gown of white crepe-de-chene, trimmed with old Maltese Jane, the gift of her mother, with a white picture hat, and carried a shower bouquet of white ex .tics, the gift of the bride- groom. Miss Muriel Rayner (sister of the bride) acted as bridesmaid, a: d wore a gown of eau-de- nil crepe-de-oheiie, with black chiffon sash, and picture hat, and carried a bouquet of piuk roses, and wore a handsome gold curb bangle, the gifts of the bridegroom. Mr John H. Francis (cousin of the bridegroom) acted as best man. The bribe's muthec looked well in a gown of black brocade, trimmed with Honiton lace; Mrs George Fotuergdl (si>tor of the bride) wore a pretty Fotuergdl (si-tor of the bride) wore a pretty gown of grey and blue; another pretty gown was of black and white, worn by Miss W. Bul- gin; Mrs. 1. 0. Graham wore a handsome gown of black crepe-de-chene and white chiffon. Mrs Rayner afterwards held a reception at "Albany," and later in the day the newly-married couple left for Dover, en route for the Kiveria. The gifts were numerous and handsome. A list of some of them is as followsBride to b. idegruom, solid silver smoker's lamp; bride- groom to bride, very handsome silver-mounted dressing! case; Mr and Mrs Rayner (parents of the bride), guici pencil, old prints, wood carved mirror, and box of cutlery; Mrs Barree (mother of bridegroom), bureau, etc.; Mr H. Rayner, fish carveis; Messrs 0. L. and S. S. Rayner, silver afternoon tea service Miss Muriel Rayner, solid silver bon-bon dishes; Messrs Cecil and Harry Rayner, solid silver asparagus, and sugar tongues; Mr and Mrs George Fothergill, silver entree dishes Master Leonard Fothe. gili. silver mounted match holder; Mr and Mrs John Barree, wrought. iron ar d copper chime gong; Miss Barree, silver-mounted bread board and knife; Mr John H. t raccis, ebony and silver card case Mr James Dickson, musical gong; Mi^s Olga Dickson brass paper rack; Mr W. J. Dickson, silver travelling clock; Mr John Dickson, crocodile travelling bag; Miss Dickson, plant; Mr and Mrs Sydney Gold, solid silver wat^r kettle and stand; Mr and Mrs Graham Gold, silver-mounted cake dish; Mr and Mrs Reginald Guld, ornaments Mr and Mrs John Harvey, cht qus Mr William Rayner, copper and brass fire screen; Miss Rene Rayner, drawn thread tray cloth Mr and Mrs J. Rayner, gipsy kettle ifiss Wimfred Bulgin, Liberty ornament; M iss Mildred Bulgin, photo frames; Mr and Mrs W. Williams, silver-mounted scent bottle Mr and Mrs J. E. Finchett, silver asparagas dish and tongues Miss Finchett, lavender sachet Miss D Finchett, cushion cover; Mrs Finchett, silver fruit spoons Mrs Gray, silver-mounted specimen glasses; Mr and Mrs Davies, silver tray Messrs Emberson and Hughes, solid silver fruit knives and forks Mr and Mrs T. C. Graham, silver fish eaters; Mr and Mrs J. B. Edmiston, silver revolving dish; Mr and Miss Jewsbury, cloisonne ornament and hand-painted blotter; Mr H. Morgan, silver candlesticks Mr and Mrs C. H. Hobbs, Worcester ornaments Mrs Dawson Moore, silver toast rack; the Rev. and Mrs J. H. Fergusson, silver-mounted jam dish; Mr and Mrs Fora Rainforth, silver fruit spoons; Mr Sidney Lewis, walnut library clock Mr Sinnet, silver- mounted tantalus; Mr F. V. Harrap, silver cake basket; Mrs Heyes, tables centre; Miss Heyes, worked table cioth Mr S. B. Heyes, solid silver butter dish Mrs A. Butt, Madam Albiges, and Mr Arthur Butt, silver-mounted fruit and cream dishes on stand Miss Fothergill, worked towel shams Miss E. Fothergill, drawn thread tea cloth Mrs BJles (Bulawayo), photo and frame; Miss and Messrs H. W. and F. B. Leech, silver-mounted scent bottle; Mis Duun solid silver ladles; Mr H. F- Hou^'h, silver entree a'8h; Miss Lucas, poker work duchesse set Mr and Mrs Coonan, dining room clock Messrs Ben r^vans and Co., t-ilver dessert canteen Mr and Mrs H. Alderton, solid silver tea i-poons Mr K. hees, brass-mounted smoker's cabinet; Mr and Mrs E. Pritchard, silver jam dish; the inakls at Albany," china rases and mother o' noari suffer spoon.

RAILWAY RETURNS. RHONDDA & SWANSEA BAY RAILWAY. I ris followiric are the ir><Hie returns for the week <Oill: A!,ri; 2('. a¡Ù' as c,'[J¡o"reu witb tt." ('orr..S. p 'tuiisij5 ween in lwl ,302. 1901, iiiles oj.tii 30 M) (L.K- 533 582 CJ-JOUS A XHi(terin'<. 1,344 I,i31 1'otal for the W„ k. 1,87," 1,813 iC VV-CKS ii6,y.-5 24 758 Increase this weeJi..161. Increase 16 weeks. JEi.227. Great Western Kiilway, un increase of £4,390 aggregate increase, 16 week., £ 109,530. London and North-Western Railway, a de- crease ot £ 5,000, aggregate increase for 16 weeks, £ 47,000. > Barry Railway, an increase of £ 1,258; increase, 16 weeks, £ 15.82J (including receipts of cbe Vaie of Glamorgan Railwav). laft Vale Rail .vay, au increase of £ 330; aggregate increase, 16 weeks, .t:18. Brecon and Merthyr Railway, a decrease of £ 168; aggregate increase tor 16 weeks. X143.

SALES BY AUCTION. Mr. A. B. DAVIES Household Furniture and Effects, at Swansea Apr. 29 Mr. ARTHUR S. T. LUCAS. Leasehold Dwelling-house and Premises, at Mumbles. May 2 Messrs. JAMES AND JAMES. Leasehold Double-licensed Free Public- house and Premises, at Swansea May 6 Messrs. WILLIAM AND WALTER JAMBS. Leasehold Dwelling-house and Premises, at Lianwrtyd Wells May 8 Messrs. SUEPHENSON AND ALEXANDER. Freehold Mineral Estate, at Swansea May 13 LOCAL FIXTURES OF FORTHCOMING EVENTS. FRIDAY and SATURDAY, April 25 and 26. Performance of "Patience" by the Swansea Amateur Operatio Society. MONDAY, April 28. The Messenger Boy" at the Grand Theatre, and during the week. MONDAY, May 5. Grand Coronation Festival Concert, at the Albert Hall. WHIT-MONDAY, May 19. Pony Races, Brass Band and Timbering Contests, at Llandovery. LOCAL STOCK AND SHARE LIST SVPFLIVD BT S. P. WILLS & SON, STOCKBROKERS, 30, WIND STREET, SWANSEA. RAILWAYS. Paid. Meet. Stock Taff Vale Divided Stock 100 71 72 Share? KbonddaA Swansea Bay Ord. 10 41 6 >• Do. 5 p.c. Pref. 10 lOJ 10| Stock Do. Debenture 100 107 109 Shares Port Talbot &y. & Docks Ord. 10 4f 4| Do. 4 p.c. Pref. 10 6^ 6i MISCELLANEOUS. Shares Beu Evans and Co. Ords. 1 21/6 22/- „ Do. 6 p.c. Pref. 1 23/- 24/- Stock Do. 5 p.c. Deb. 180 106 U8 Shares English Crown Spelter Ord. 1 221 & 25/- Penrikjb. r Colliery Orda. 10 6j Stock SwanseaCorporaUon at Stock 100 110 112 L'o. Harbour 4 p.c. do.. 100 1044 1051 „ Do. Gas 5 p.c. mxm. do.. 100 no lllxd Shares Do. Old Brewery Ord.. 10 9 10 Do. do 6 p.o. Pref. 10 9i 9f Do. United Brewery Ord. 1<1 10 1M Do. do 6 p.c. Pref. 10 10 10* „ Weaver and 00. Ord. 10 lOt 10t „ Do. 6 p.c. Pref. 10 10 lOt BUYERS. Dillwyn & Co. Shares, Ben, Evans & Co. Debs. Norths Colliery Ords4 reurlkyber Ords. Swansea Corporation Stock. Rbondda Railway Ords. jbl.500 Swansea Harbour Stock. Anuerson, Cox & Co. Shares. Weaver Ordy. Hhondda Hallway Co. Debs. Joen. Evans$Co. 6 p.c. Debs., Prefs. aud Ord3 Mumbles Hy. Co. Ords. u Taylor and Co. Shares. BELLERS. Buckley's Brewery Pre-Pref. Shares. H. H. ViYisn & Co. Shares at 2s. 3d. Swansea Gas Co. 5 p.c. Stock. Swansea United Brewery Pref. Shares. Mumbles Railway Co. 4 p.c. Debs. and 4! p.c. Pref. Swansea Old Brewery Ord., Pref. and Deb. Local Stock and Share Price List on application. S. P. WILLS & SON, Swansea. TELEGRAMS: "WILLS, SWANSEA." TELEPHONE No. 184. 1 DAVIES AND BARRBB STOCK AND SHARE BROKERS, 56, WIND-STREET, SWANSEA BUYERS.—200 Ben. Evans Pref. jei.000 Ben. Evans Deb.; jBtSO Ben. Evans Deb.; £ 500 Imperial Tobwsoo Deb,; 500 Imperial Tobacco Pref.; jel.OOO Rhonddis Railway Deb.; 200 Abosso (Gold Coast) Shares; 50 Wassau Gold Shares; 50 Abontiakoon (Gold Coest Shares. SELLERS.— £ 200 Swansea Harbour Stock; £600 Buckley Brewery Deb.; 10 Capital and Counties Banks Llanelly Gas B Shares; Rhondda Railway Pref. ,special business and Close Prices in South African Mining and Land Shares. Telegrams, "Discretion" Telephone 60.113. C. H. SHAW. STOCK, SHARE & MORTGAGE BROKER, 15, TEMPLE-STREET, SWANSEA. All Classes of Stocks and Shares Bought and Sold at Close Market Prices. Monies ready to Advance on Mortgage of Property. BUYERS.—^Weaver's Oj^ary 8hares; Ben- Evans Debenture; Swansea Saropnr 8tock, SELLKRS.—8wan»ea Harb°ur Btock. BALDWINS, and form of application "e had of C. H. SHAW, aa above.

BIRTHS MARRIAGES AND DEATHS MARRIAGES. Barree—Rayaer.-On the 19th inat., at St. gaViours Church) West Croydon, by the Rev. Theodore G. Phillips, M.A., William Robert Jlancorn Barree, son of the late Mr. John Barree, J ?? » Elizabeth Martha (Pattie), eldest daughter of Gilmour George and Helen Rayner, late of Liverpool. DEATHS. Martin.—On the 18tb inst., at 49, Walter-road, Swansea, Frederick William Martin, aged 47.

Memorial Designs of all descriptions, Wedding Bouquets, artistically made to match materials. Special value during the summer moiJna from our gardens. Flowers and Ferns in abnndanoflr;^ A large stock of Artificiil 1 wreaths.—A. ixivr.gT & Co., Art Florists, 37, Oxford-sireet, 1),D-! Market, Swansea. [010(; Printed and "ubiiftied b. DAVIO UOBEat the oflict-, N, 53, WinJ swnnsea, in the. Connty ot A f. April 25,1902.