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National Library] of Wales The first report on the progress of the Library temporary established in the old Assembly Rooms, Aberystwyth, with a copy of the charter of incorporation, afford mterstlllg and inspiring reading for the Welsh literary public. The charter is dated March 19th, 1907, and shortly afterward a of four {teres was selected on the Grogythan lands, the property of Lord Rendel, which his lord- ship has presented to the institution. As previously stated, storage is provided in "the temporary buildings for 80,000 vol- umes and a further 25,000 to 30,000 volumes can be provided for in other parts of the buildings. The collections kept at the University College as a neu- cleus for the National Library were transferred in accordance with the un- dertaking that the library would be located and remain at Aberystwyth. The transfer of- the Peniarth Library fol- lowed and the MSS had to be placed in a fireproof room and kept separate and distinct. They are now kept in the President's room pending the erection of the permanent building. The bookcase, in which the MSS are kept, was presented hy Mrs Wynne, having been made from a large Ilex tree which grew near Pen- iarth and was blown down during the gale which caused the wreck of the "*Roval Charter" off the Anglesey coast. Proprietors of newspapers and period- icals in W ales and the border counties have agreed to contribute a copy of each issue to be filed in the Library. It is hoped that ultimately every periodical publication in Welsh as well as in other Celtic languages, will be filed and pre- served for reference. A beginning has been made with a department to in- clude original drawings, engraved prints, photographs, picture postcards, and other forms of graphJC delineation of matters concerning Wales and the border counties. The pictures of various kinds need not necessarily be of yalue as works of art, so long as they illustrate subjects of national interest. The books and manuscripts have been insiured for £50,000 and arrangements have been made to reduce the risk of fire and other perils to the minimum. In new of the uncertainty as to the amount of grant available, the question of open- mg, the library to readers was deferred until the next meeting of the Council, but the AJiOrarian has dealt with a num- ber or applications for access to manu- scripts and lettersi of inquiry. There is ample evidence that the Library is and will be much used for re- search work and that its existence will contribute largely to the intellectual life of the nation. Arrangements are con- templated where by people unable to' visit the Library may for a moderate payment < have copying done for them. Later on a collection of duplicate books may be made available for circulation, which will, how- ever, depend on the funds at the Council's disposal. Documents renting to the Courts of Great Sessions in Wales have been transferred from the Public Record Office. At the time the charter was granted a sum of £20,281 15s had been promised toward the building fund and £9 677 38 lOd was in hand on March 31st last. The outstanding subscriptions are being collected and further contributions are needed. In addition to the list of newspapers and periodicals filled, names of donors of books and MSS, and the members of the first Court of Governors and the Council, the most interesting portion of the report in the Librarian's history of the collections presented by Sir John Williams whose priceless library and patriotic generosity are deservedly eulogised. A facsimle is given of the first book printed in Wales, which was in the Shirburn -Library (purchased by Sir John Williams), and no other copy is known to be in existence. Of the twenty-two books known to have been printed in Welsh before 1600, eighteen belonged to Sir J. Williams, and the nineteenth is in another collection transferred to the Library. As the Librarian says. it is impossible in a brief report to do more than indicate the main lines of the col- lections made by Sir J. Williams. They represent the devotion of a life time. The full extent of the success which has crowned this fine effort will be better appreciated when the books and manu- scripts have been catalogued. The Librarian also relates the history and describes the treasures of the Hengwrt and Peniarth MSS. with facsimiles among other illustrations from "The White Book of Roderick," containing the Mabinogion and other romances copied in several hands of the thirteenth and fourteentu centuries. A perusal of the report will justify a Welshman's pride in the national property which has been made accessible to the general public and referring to the rare and unique gems that are in the Library, even a Cardiff writer has admitted that "one might even risk a pilgrimage to Aberystwyth for the purpose of seeing them."

MACHYNLLETH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL GOVERN- ORS, Friday, September 24th.-Pre- sent Mr John M. Breeze, chairman; Mrs J. G. Jenkins, Dr A. O. Davies, Messrs Richard Rees, T. R. Morgan, John Evans, Edward Rees, H. Mer- edith Roberts, clerk, and H. H. Meyler, headmaster. Welcome. — Mr Richard R$s wel- comed Mr John Evans, who as represent- ing the Urban Council, attended for the first time and said he had been one of the best supporters of the school. They were pleased to see him and hoped he would continue to give his support.—The Chairman endorsed: the welcome and Mr Evans suitably replied. Absent Member^.—Mr Morgan ca'lled attention to the fact that all the members were convened to a meeting of the Finance Committee at two o'clock, half an hour earlier than the ordinary meet- ing; but only Mrs Jenkins and himself attended and he did not think it was quite fair. He felt rather strong on the point.—The Chairman said he was sorry he was late. He was detained and could not possibly attend and other mem- bers were probably busy. In future he hoped all the members would be able to attend in time as it would facilitate business. Free Places.—It was agreed to offer the Stable scholarship to Jenny Jones, Llanbrynmair, who was next in order of merit, the other pupil having declined it. —The Clerk reported that a pupil, who had been offered a free place, applied for a bursary.—Dr Davies thought there was a jolly sight too much free schooling. Pupils did not pay enough for their schooling in his opinion. If a pupil thought a free place was not good enough, she had better stay at home to milk cows. (Laughter.)—On Mr Mor- gan's proposition, it was agreed to offer the free place to Dora Evans, Pant- perthog, if it was not accepted by the other pupil.—Applications for bursaries were not entertained owing to the financial position of the school. A Loan.—Mr. Harrison, clerk to the County Authority, writing with refer- ence to an application made by the Gov- ernors for a loan, stated that the Board of Education had written to ask for in- formation as to how the overdraft occurred.—The Clerk said that in reply he sent the plan asked for and added that from purusal of the various docu- ments in his possession, he found that Messrs Edward Marpole and J. M. Breeze (on behalf of subscribers) origin- ally purchased for J3400 a piece otf land containing by ad-measurement 3.032 acres and on December 18th, 1896, they conveyed for a nominal consideration (£10) a. portion to the County Governing Body and the local Governors upon trust in accordance with the same. Mr Mar- pole had since died and the remainder of the property was vested in Mr Breeze who. in fact, considered himself as only a nominal owner and the property was considered as part and parcel of that which belonged to the school, only it re- mained to be legally conveyed. Mr Breeze had an account at the London and Provincial Bank, Machynlleth, railed the "site account" which was over- drawn to the extent of £325 10s. 8d. and payment had been guaranteed by four of the Local Governors many years ago. To prevent any interest accumulating, the Governors had annually paid to the ac- count the sum of JE15 and other payments were occasionally made. The. amount of the overdraft had ben debited against the school by the Auditor in the annual accounts and the loan was required to payoff the overdraft.—The Chairman said the Clerk had given full information and he considered the reply satisfactory. Replying to Mr Richard Rees, the Clerk said he had obtained from Mr R. E. H. Morgan, trustee in the bank- ruptcy of Mr John Rowlands, a number of deeds relating to the matter which were now in his possession.—The Chair- man said it was feared that the docu- ments were mislaid and lost.—Mr Mor- gan We are getting on by degrees.—It was agreed to approve the, Clerk's reply which had been forwarded to the Board of Education. Arrears.—The Clerk reported that in accordance with instructions he had col- lected fees for the current term {>ndhad already received £40. Replying to Dr. Davies, he added that very few of the pupils had not paid, but none of the arrears were received. Salaries of Staff.—Referring to the difficulty which has- arisen in connection with the salaries of the Headmaster and staff, the Clerk suggested: that the only practical course to get out of it without friction was to revert to the former system of paying them quarterly. By paying the salaries at the end of the quarter in December and March, they would comply with the recommendations of the Welsh- pool conference and would put matters right in view of the Auditor's allegation that there was over-payment.—The Headmaster agreed with the suggestion, but thought it would be better for the staff to pay back the salaries they had received since last December when the system was changed and Cor the Gov- ernors to pay the salaries quarterly. He did not agree that there was over- payment.—Mr Richard Rees said the former system was not adopted in other schools.—The Headmaster asked what was the alternative? He was sneaking after consultation with his colleagues when he said that they could not agree to a change which deprived them of any portion of their salaries. He did not think anyone would unreasonably expect them to do so.—After further discussion in private, Dr Davies gave notice of motion for the next meeting to rescind the previous resolution and revert to the former system. Visitors.—The Headmaster having called attention to minor repairs re- quired, Mr John Evans and Mr Edward Rees were appointed to visit the school. —-On the proposition of Mr Edward Rees, it was agreed to appoint visitors for the school term of three months in- stead of for a month as before. Renewal of Scholarship.—In reply to a letter from the Clerk asking whether he proposed to renew his scholarship, the Following letter, da.ted August 29th, was read from Mr J. D. Rees, M.P.—"The ast I heard about the scholarship was that I was asked what conditions I laid i lown. I stated them and heard no more. I am, of course, happy to give ;he scholarship as I promised upon the conditions I stated. The inference I Irew was that the Governors of the school objected to these conditions and so did not want the scholarship. Per- haps, you will let me know. The scholar- ship which I intended to be given annu- ally to a boy whose parents lived in Machynlleth, was given for two years to a girl who had no connection with Mach- ynlleth, and it was on that account that I carefully stated what my wishes were. I shall be glad to send the cheque for JB5 on these terms, but I have no desire to give it on the terms on which it was actually awarded." Mr Reei also wrote in a letter dated September 1st.—"Before acting on my latter, kindly let me know distinctly what is the decision of the Committee and what it is exactly that they want me to do. I was never clear as to this." Another letter from his sec- retary, dated September 11th, stated that he was on holiday and Mr Rees would communicate further.—Dr. Davies: I am afraid Mr Rees keeps up his character of being against the ladies. (Laughter.)— Mr. Morgan: His point is quite right. He gave his scholarship for a boy from Mach- ynlleth and it was awarded to a pupil from Merioneth.—The Chairman thought there was no difficulty in complying with the term s iif the scholarship was re- newed.—Dr. Davies said the terms were reasonable and the Governors felt thank- ful to Mr. Rees for his generosity. He proposed thattj thte: terms should be accepted.—Mr. Edward Rees seconded the proposition which was agreed to and the Clerk was directed to communicate ac- cordingly with the Hon. Member. Domestic Training.—The Headmaster having pointed out that no arrangements were made regarding the wood-work classes, it was agreed that Mr Evan Jones should give instruction and Mr. Richard Rees explained that the Chairman of the Higher Education Sub-Committee for the county would make arrangements for a travelling teacher to give instruction in cookery. Mr. Rees also suggested that arrangements should be made to provide instruction in laundry and other domestic subjects for girls during the session as was done in other schools.—Mr Edward Rees asked if the necessary facilities were available?—The Headmaster said that hitherto a course of two terms was given in cookery and one term in sewing. The sewing class was much appreciated. There was tangible and gratifying evidence that the class had borne good fruit.—Mrs. Jenkins thought that sewing should not be dropped and advocated advanced dress- making.—The matter was referred to the Headmaster. Mrs. Jenkins, and Mrs. Jones, Cambrian House. SHEEP DOG TRIALS. The third annual trials of the Machyn- lleth Sheep Dog Society, of which Lord Herbert Vane-Tempest is president and Mr David Davies, M.P., patron, took place on Thursday, September 23rd, on the beautiful Plas Grounds. The list of vice-presidents showed that the trials were under the auspices of a distinguished patronage. Mr Richard Gillart was chairman of the Committee and clerk of the course. The judges were Messrs John Hope, Pentwyn, Abergwesin, and M. E. Francis, Cemmes Bychan. Messrs R. W. Henry, Edmund Gillart, R. H. Buckwortn, and Henry Lewis were time- keepers; Messrs J. Jones (Glanmerin), J. Jones (Dolgau), G. E. Jones, Edward Breese, E. A. Jones, F. M. Campbell, J. Hughes, D. Jones, John Evans, John Pugh, T. Steadman, Hugh Jones, J. Holt, Hugh Thomas, H. Rees, T. Thomas, stewards. Messrs D. E. R. Griffith and J. Parry carried out the duties of hon. secretaries, the success of the trials being largely due to the enthusiasm and activity of the former who was diligently assisted by Mrs Griffith. All the officials discharged their duties efficiently. The arrange- ments were perfectly satisfactory and were carried out without a hitch. A heavy shower of rain, however, necessi- tated a longer interval than was in- tended at dinner time. Fortunately, the rain cleared off and made no further in- terference with the progress of the trials and other events or with the attendance. There was a large attendance, including a number of parties in motor cars, and the weather alone marred an enjoyable day. Although there were similar attractions elsewhere, the trials proved highly successful as in previous years and attracted no fewer than seventy entries in the two classes. With a few excep- tions, all the dogs entered competed. The events were keenly followed by in- terested spectators who, though there was no grand stand. could see all that happened without difficulty or discom- fort. The course, which was an ideal one for the trials, was about 600 yards in length and had been laid out with the assistance of the President who took the keenest interest in the proceedings and was present throughout the day. The three sheep to be penned were turned out in an open part of the grounds and the dog was sent to fetch them by the shepherd who remained in the enclosure where he could give directions to the dog by familiar shouting and whistling. The dog m driving the sheep through a hollow, through rail fences, a gateway, and between posts with flags, had to follow along a defined course into the enclosure where two more difficult tasks remained to be accomplished. The sheep had to be driven between a pair of hurdles ana then into a triangular pen with a narrow entrance sufficient as in the case of the hurdles for one of the sheep at a time. Although looking as innocent as usual, some of the sheep proved so refractory as to be most an- noying and tantalising to the shepherd whose coaxing and gentle persuasion re- vealed the possession of a large amount of patience and tactics, while the intelli- gence and training of the dogs were particularly noticeable and their w irk was highly interesting. There was, of course, a certain amount of luck in the performance of the successful dogs, and the failure of others, particularly just before the calling of time, was due more to misfortune than lack of ability. The spectators were not slow to realise the situation and gave sympathetic ap- plause. Many of the dogs exercised an astonishing command over the sheep, driving them with coolness and care all the way to the pen, and there seemed to be a touch of natural sympathy between the dogs and the sheep. The judges properly took into consideration general workmanship rather than the actual time occupied. In the District Stakes nine minutes were allowed each dog and in the Plas Machynlleth Stakes eight minutes, there being forty competitors in the former and thirty in the latter. The trials, which commenced at half- past nine o'clock, finished at six o'clock when the prizes were distributed by Miss Buckworth and the President. The maximum number of points allowed in each case by the judges was thirty, six being allocated for going, take, returning, poles, and penning. In the District Stakes, the first prize of £3 and Mr Russel Buckworth's cup of J35 3s. with the Plasdinam hunt cup, value J35 5s., were won by Mr T. Pugh. Glyn, Llanidloes, with "Fly." The dog re- ceived twenty-nine points and covered the course in seven minutes three sec- onds, having missed only one in return- ing. The second and third prizes were divided between Mr Wm Davies, Esgair Llewelyn, Aberllefenni, and Mr D. James, Cefncoch, Glaebwll. BotSi dogs re- ceived twenty-six points each. The former penned in five minutes nine sec- onds, the latter in five minutes seven seconds, but failed in going and return- ing. The fourth and fifth prizes were divided between Mr R. Owen, Hafody- garreg, Machynlleth, and Mr D. Davies, Caeadda, Llanwrin, having twenty-four points each. The former penned in five minutes twenty-seven seconds, missed four points in returning through the wrong gap, but did well at the poles and in penning. The latter penned in five minutes eighteen seconds, but missed in going and other points. In the Plas Aiachynlleth Stakes, the dogs showed even better training and were keenly followed. The premier honours went to Mr D. Mills, Llanerch, Llan- gurig, with "Prince," and was awarded the first prize of JE5 and a cup value J35 3s., as well as the President's cup value JE5 5s. The dog missed one point in re- turning and penned the sheep in six minutes forty seconds. The second prize was won by Mr D. Davies, Cae- adda, Llanwrin, with the same dog, "Currie," which shared a prize in the previous stakes. The dog failed only in the penning, which was not done in best style, and got twenty-eight points, its time being seven minutes twenty-five seconds. Mr T. Pugh, Glyn, Llanidloes, who was first in the former stakes, was awarded third prize with twenty-three points. The dog missed chiefly in the penning, having penned one sheep only in eight minutes. Mr T. Jones, Glyn, Llanidloes, gained fourth place, with I twenty-two points, time, seven minutes ten seconds, and missed in taking at, the top gap and in not returning strdight.. The fifth prize was divided between Messrs J. Williams, Tymawr, TowYD, and J. OWén, Tynycornel Hotel, Taly- llyn, with twenty-one points each, time, eight minutes. Special prizes given by Major Hugh Bonsall to the best com- petitors from Penegoes parish were won by Mr T. Morgan, Bugeilyn, Dylife. Special prizes given by Mr F. M. Camp- gell to the best competitors from Uwch- ygarreg, were won by Messrs Hugh Thomas, Fenyffordd, and Joel Roberts, Glanyrafon, Forge. In the afternoon, to relieve the mono- tony of the trials, exciting contests were witnessed in the tradesmenfs turnt-out, trotting handicap, and pony race which proved an attractive innovation. In the turn-out, Messrs E. Hamer and Co. obtained first prize; Mr L. O. Williams, Tre'rddol, second; and Mr Edward Breese, third. There were eleven starters in the trotting handicap and the results were:—1, Mr Jenkins, Henhafod, Glandyfi (200 yards start); 2, Mr J. Hughes, Commins Coch (140 yards); 3rd, Mr John Jones, Penantegi, Dinas Maw- ddwy (60 yards). There were six starters in the pony race and the first who won easy was Mr Isaac Evans, Machvnlleth (70 yards start). Mr H. Rudge, Welshpool, came in second, although scatched and lost considerable ground by slipping in the second round and throwing the rider who quickly remounted. The third was Mr Edward Breese, Machynlleth (80 yards start). The judges were Lord Herbert Vane- Tempest and Dr A. O. Davies, with Mr J. Matson as steward. At the close, Mr D. E. R. Griffith pro- posed a vote of thanks to the President for all he had done in connection with the trials and for the use of the magni- ficent grounds. His Lordship had not only devoted any amount of time and they keenly felt the debt of gratitude they owed to him. To enumerate his goodness and kindness would be out of the question. The proposition was carried with acclamation and a like compliment was paid to Mr R. H. Buckworth on the pro- position of Mr Richard Gillart. The President and Mr Buckworth suitably re- plied, his Lordship saying he appreciated very much the kind vote of thanks. It had given him great pleasure to lend the grounds for so good and worthy a purpose. Their best thanks were due to Mr Griffith and the officials for the energetic way they had carried on the trials. tie did not know what they would have done without Mr Griffith who had carried out the work in the most fair and sportsmanlike manner. (Cheers.) Through the kindness of the President, the officials were entertained to luncheon in the cricket pavilion, the catering being done by Mrs. Norris, Lion Hotel, who also provided tea.

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF WALES, ABERYSTWYTH. On Friday a meeting of the Council of the University College of Wales was held at the College under the chairmanship of Sir John Williams, there being also. present Sir James Hills-Johnes, Mr David Davies, M.P., Mr T. K. Brigliouse, Mr. W. H. Colby Alderman C. M. Williams, Mrs. T. E. Ellis, Professor J. Young Evans, Mr John Evans solicitor, Mr. A. E. Humphreys Owen, Mr. Thomas Jones, Mr. Frank Morgan the Rev. T A. Penry, Principal Owen Prys, the Rev. R. J. (Rees. Mr. D C. Roberts. Archdeacon Williams, Prinpal Roberts, and Mr .J. H Davies, The business was mainly confined to the making of appointments. There were five candidates for the post of professor of Welsh and Mons. J L. Andre Barbier, lecturer in French at the University of Manchester, Was iappuintedi. Mons. Barbier's father is professor at Compeigne College and is a graduate of the Univer- sity of Paris. In June, 1902. he was appointed assistant at Bangor College, and in October, 1903, junior assistant master at Manchester College. He has since been made a senior lecturer and has examined for the northern universities. He is a sucessful publi-c lectu)rers aSrul -4 good speaker. Mr. Alfred E. Codd, B.A.. Cardiff, was appointed assistant lecturer in Latin in succession to Mr. E, Jenkins. Mr. Codd is a B.A .of Wales with first-class honours, and B.A., Oxford with first-class honours. He was a scholar of Lincoln College. Oxford, and was educated at University College, Cardiff, where he held a post for two years as student assistant. Mr. J. G Thomas, B.S. Swansea, was appointed demonstrator and assistant lec- turer in physics in place of Dr. Schott who has been promoted to the head of the new department of applied mathematics. Mr. Thomas was a student of Cardiff University College, and afterward at the Roval College of Science nrnd University College. London. He took his B.Sc. degree in London with first-class honours in physics in 1906. Mr Thomas is brother of Dr. A E. Thomas, medical officer of health for Finsbury, London, who was well known to Welshmen at Oxford twelve or fifteen years ago. It is an interesting fact that Mr. Codd and Mr. Thomas were students at Cardiff at the same time alid that out of a staff of forty-two at the University College of Wales at the present time no fewer than nineteen are graduates of the Welsh Uni- versity Colleges I EXAMINATION FOR ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS AND EXHIBITIONS, 1909. At a meeting of the Senate of the above College, held September 27th, 1909, the tollowing entrance scholarships exhibitions were awarded on the results of the examinations held the preceding week William John Davies, County School, Carmarthen (David Davies scholar- ship), £ 40; Hannah Davies County School, Barmouth (Principal's scholar- ship), £ 40; Herbert Cecil Lewis, County School, Carmarthen (Visitors' scholar- ship), £ 30; Albert Greville White, County School, Llanelly (Keeling scholar- ship), £ 25; Roger Thomas, County School, Narberth (agricultural scholar- ship), £ 20; Edward Roland Williams, County School, Gowerton (Welsh scholarship), £ 20; James Eric Dixon, Grammar School, Bolton (open exhibi- tion), £ 10; Evelyn Beryl Daw, Technical School, Birmingham (open exhibition), £ 10; Edwin William Barton, Grammar Schodl, Swansea (open exhibition), £ 10; David James Williams, County School, Towyn (open exhibition), £ 10; Elvina Rosalie Jones, County School, Towyn (open exhibition), £ 10; Elizabeth Davies Jones, ditto (Welsh exhibition), 910; W. Ernest Phillips. Grammar School, Haver- fordwest (Welsh exhibition), £ 10; John Francis Powell, Grammar School. Swan- sea (Welsh exhibition), 1:10, Herbert J. Evans, Grammar School, Haverfordwest, and School of Pharmaceutical Society (Welsh exhibition), £ 10; Edward Arthur Edwards, County School, Tredegar (Welsh exhibition), £ 10: Clifford Jones, County School, Whitland (Welsh exhibi- tion), £ 10; Rhys Griffiths, ditto (Welsh exhibition), £ 10; Edward Stanton Rob- erts, University College of Wales (Cyn- ddelw scholarship), L20. UNIVERSITY OF WALES. PASS LISTS OF THE MATRICULATION EXAMINATION. SEPTEMBER, 1909. Local candidates who have passed the whole examination :—First division. Edith Hamblin, University College, Aberyst- wyth. Second division—Sarah Margaret Rosamund Hughes, Aberystwyth County School: James Jones, Pencader and New- Quay Grammar Schools. Local candidates who, having previously passed in a. part of the examination, have now passed in the remainder and thus com- pleted the matriculation examination:— Peter Williams Edwards, Abervstwyth County School and University College, Aberystwyth; Edward William Evans, University Colleges. Aberystwyth and Ban. gor: Cyril Mortimer Green. University CoL lege, Aberystwyth; Daniel Jones, New- castle Emlyn Grammar School; Thomas John Jones, Pwllheli County School and private study. Local candidates who have satisfied the examiners in a, part of the examination and are to be admitted in a subsequent examination :—Gibert Rigby-Jones, Uni. versity College, Aberystwyth.

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."LLANBKYNMAIR PRESENTATION TO MR. DANIEL HOWELu. On Saturday evening a special meeting of the Parish Council was held at Llan Schoolroom to present Mr Daniel Howell, C.C., on the occasion of his re- tirement rrom the chair of the Council with an illuminated address. Beside the members of the Council, a large number of iriends assembled. Mr G. H. Peate, chairman of t1." Council, presided. Among those present were the Revs T. Smith, J. T. Jones, D. O. Mbrgan Messrs D. Howell. R. Williams, R. Mor- ns, J. T. u ones, J. H. Williams, T. R. Jones, D. o. Owen, R. Owen, R. Hughes J. H. Hughes, J. Watkin, T. Jones, E. M. Jones, R. Bennett, R. Humphreys A. P. Howell, and Dr Edwards. The address, which was in Welsh, was framed in oak and read as follows:—" Presented ^•nIr Daniel Howell, C.C., Gellildywyll Mills, Llanbrynmair, September 25th 1909. Dear Sir,—As members and ex- members of the Llanbryinnair Parish Council, we are pleased to take this opportunity, when you are retiring from the Council's chair, to express our appre- ciation of your service and lead during the years you have presided over its deliberations When the parish councils were established fourteen years ago, you were elected to the chair of this Council, and the fact that you were re-elected annually until you have wished to retire proves that your service was appreciated and that you were a safe leader The interest you had taken in parochial affairs during your lifetime and your long experience qualified you to occupy the chief chair of the noted parish of Llanbrynmair. Under your wise presi- dency the Council became known al one the oest worked councils in the country. Y Our regularity in attending the meetings, your ripe judgment, and your qmckness of sense has been invalu- able to the Council m fulfilling its duties iWr. paii1S^ has raped' abundantly trom your labours. During these years great improvements were made on the roads and footpaths of the parish, and an effective stimulant was given to other improvements that were adopted outside the immediate sphere of this Council, viz., getting a railway station at Taler- iSUPP y of water at Bont and Pen- ?° jPOst office facilities, etc., all which nad your most energetic sup- port. We bope to see other improve- ments that you have given your influence in their favour carried into completion in the near future. It is with regret that we see you retiring from the chair which you have failed with such dignity for so many years, but we hope to Tee you pre- sent at our meetings as often as circum- stances will allow, and that we shall have much of your guidance, your +i1Cei y°Ur JudSinent. and influence towards raising up the old parish of wth llTair' H 18 OUr smcere fi,l snH -vour evening of life be peace- ful and consolatory alter a good da v s work. We are, dear Sir Geo. Peate chairman; D. J. Owen A. P. Howell, clerk; D E R treasurer; (RevJ. T. Smith,' R. Morrisi T R. Evans, R. Owen, J. T. Jones, J H Williams, R. Williams R. Hughes J H Hughes, l. R. Jones. (Rev) K Roberts' J. L-avies, E. M. Jones, J. Edwards R Bennett K. Humphreys. J. Watkin' T." J. Hughes, R. Peate, H. Francis, D. Jarman r. Morgan, R. E. Bebb, 1V. Jones, L. Pugh, J. Evans, W P Wil- hams, R. «. Cu"en T. Jones, R. Breese, O Humphreys. A photograph of Mr Howell was fixed above the address. Hnl ln maklnS the presenta- « y .were acknowledging jvorthy service. Although there was a tendency to say rather too much on occasions like this, he did not believe that too much Had been said in the address. did not follow that Mr Howell was without xault, but it was for his excel- lences they honoured him. It did not follow either that they always agreed! with him but they had agreed to dis- agree. No one was more ill-mid than the public servant. Severe criticism was the usual form of payment. Mr Howell was an old public servant and had been paid on many occasions by severe criticism. He had waited long before receiving any public recognition, but better late than never. (Cheers.) The Rev T. Smith said Mr. Howell had done great work. He had carried the burdens of the parish for many years and although he was relinquishing some of the work he had in hand, his influence would remain. (Cheers.) Dr. Edwards congratulated the Parish Council for acknowledging so worthy a service as that rendered by Mr Howell. Public service was not recognised as it should be. There were more kicks than half pence. Mr Howell well deserved the compliment from the people of Llan- brynmair. It was not always that a country recognised its leader, but Llan- brynmair had done so and appreciated his services. Mr Howell had been a valu- able leader in parochial matters. Many outside that parish had benefited by reading the reports of the Parish Council. They could also honour Mr. Howell by following in his footsteps and devoting themselves to public work as he had done all his lifetime. He remembered the late Mr Kirkam, rector, saying, "Mark my words, I lave had man <• hard battles with Mr Howell, but he is a safe leader." (Hear, hear.) The Rev. J. T. Jones said he would like the young people to take note of what was done. He hoped it would help them to take interest in public work. Mr Howell was a self-made man. He had made the best use of his opportunities and qualified himself to fill important circles in his parish and the country. Mr Howell had been a great reader and it was impossible in these days to act in any public capacity without doing much read- ing. (Hear, hear.) Mr T. H. Jones thought Mr. Howell had been a Moses to the people of LJan- brynmair. He was pleased to see that Caleb and Joshuah had brought the clusters of grapes there that evening to show that they recognised their leader. (Hear, hear.) Mr E. M. Jones also congratulated the Parish Council on their honourable act. Mr Howell was qualified for the service by many years of hard work. He (Mr. Jones) was indebted to Mr Howell and the late Mr David Peate (father of the present Chairman) for bringing him to take interest in public work. As reliev- ing officer, Mr Howell fulfilled his duties with satisfaction. His character was as clear as on first day he took office. They must get a strong swimmer to swim against the current. That was what Mr Howell had done on many occa- sions. He had been a leader in the parish for over forty years and fulfilled all his duties in a manner wortny of a gentleman, patriot and Christian. (Hear, hear.) Mr R. Bennett said it was almost necessary to apologise when they spoke of a man's virtues, but when they critic- ised they were complimented for telling the truth. Mr Howell was a worthy son I to a worthy father. He represented an age that had almost disappeared, but was not left alone as he still had many friends who appreciated his services. They were honouring the hardest work- ing man in the parish for fifty years. (Cheers.) The Rev D. O. Morgan, Messrs R. Morris, Rufus Owen, Thomas Jones, D. J. Owen, J. T. Jones, and J. H. Wil- liams also spoke in eulogistic terms of Mr Howell. Mr Daniel Howell, on rising to reply, met with a warm reception. He said they would sympathise with him in his diffi- culty to say anything except thanking them. He never expected a reward for his services. They had said a great deal too much of him. It was his wish to have strength and health to be of fur- ther service to them. They had spoken of a leader. No one could lead without followers. He had had faithful follow- ers, always ready to take any worthy matter up and to give their energy to work it out. Looking backward on the past fourteen years, he had nothing to complain cf. It had been a pleasure to him to be of service to the parish. They had succeeded in having many improve- ments. He was extremely thankful for their kindness and for the presence of so many. it gave him great pleasure to see the young men undertaking to carry the work on. He had felt it was his duty to give way and to retire from the chair. He was pleased to see Mr Peate fulfilling his duties so well in the chair. (Cheers.) The Chairman said they were pleased that Mr Howell was able to be present as he had been unwell He hoped: the meeting would be the means to inspire young people to make use of their leisure hours to qualify they selves for public work. it was an honour to succeed Mr Howell in that chair, but he felt the diffi- culty of succeeding a chairman like Mr Howell.

LLAISARTH PIesentation.-An in.terestiing meeting was held on Tuesday evening at Pencae Chapel, Llanarth, when a presentation of books was made to the Rev. Samuel Jenkins, Abertysswg, wha is a native of Llanarth and commenced to preach at Pencae. His career, both as a student and as a. preacher, has been creditable, and it is no small thing for a church to boast that it has sufficient power to enthuse its young people with a desire to enter tho ministry. In these two churches, under the able ministration of the Rev. J. M. Prytherch, some of the most famous and useful ministers of Wales have been ma- tured. Educated at Emlyn Grammar School and Bristol College, Mr. Jenkins is now minister of the Congregational Church at Abertysswg, and the church at Pencae by voluntary subscriptions, decided to show their appreciation of him by .making a presentation. There was a good attend. ance of members.

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Never fails, safe, sure. Prices: 6d., Is., 2s., 5s. J and 5a. Post, 2d. From HARLEY. CHEMIST, PERTH. Local Agents: E. P. Wynne, Aberyst- wyth; R. Evans, Lampeter; T Jones, Tregaron; E. D. Hughes, Towyn; E. L. Jones, Aberayron; and all chemsts. $UBiiteBs JlbformcB. Mr. R. GARDINER (Late Aprent to the Crosswood Estate), Valuer, Surveyor, &c CARADOG ROAD, ABERYSTWYTH, PROPERTIES INSPECTED and REPORTED ON. VALUATIONS, ARBITRATIONS, ETC. INSURANCES ARRANGED. j95 J. VEAREY, 17, Northyate St., Aberystwyth, Has a choice selection of FRESH FRUIT AND Vegetables Daily GROWN IN OUR OWN GARDENS. ALSO HOME GROWN TOMATOES. Everything of best quality and Moderate Prices. Orders promptly attended to and delivered o69 t I Spectacles, I Eyeglasses, fr THE EYESIGHT IS THE MOST VALU- ABLE OF THE SENSED. Yeb'must people go on from week to week without "ever thinking of the eyes until compelled If troubled with your eyes, why not consult a qualified Optician and have proper glasses fitted.. W. MIALL JONES, Pharmaceutical Chemist and Optician, Fellow of the Institute of Ophthalmic Opticians. I Fellow of the Spectacle Makers' Company. 33, TERRACE ROAD ABERYSTWYTH Do you know that where to get your SMOKING REQUISITES And well groomed and smart attention is at J. LEVENSON THE HIGH-OLASS TOBACCONIST AND HAIRDRESSER, i1 TERRACE ROAD, ABERYSTWYTH. r "f. A Speciality 5d, 6d and 7d Mixtures also his famous No. F.V. Brand Cigarettes 3s 6d per 100, Post Free. i597 TREGARON. BRYNAWEL TEMPERANCE HOTEL, recently erected In Station-road, healthiest and most convenient part of the town comfortable Apartments or Board residence obtainable at the well appointed and commodious Establishment large Dining Room where Hot and Fs Cold Lunch, Tea, Coffee, &a., are always procurable. Sunday School Treats and Private Parties catered for. Good Stabling and Store Room for Cycles on the Premises. Terms moderate i Proprietors D. L. Jones and Son Auctioneers and Valuers.. 1261 THE BEST TEA lib. and ilb Lead Pa and 3/0 per Pound. ftjT"—— j C" I I I 11 11 1. Ii I I j, .„ ALADDIN'S MAGIC TEA RICH LU&UOUS FLAVOUR Wholesale only of W. WILLIAMS AND CO.. Tea Merchants, 5, Button Street, Liverpool. SO RESTFUL? There is nothing so restful after a hard day's work as a cup of good Tea. You're a good judge of Tea-try the I LION TEA 1 AT 1/6 PER LB. And see if it does not exceed your expectations of a good Tea. I I D. SYLVANUS EDWARDS, I LION TEA STORES. •FAMES MOB6AI, »• PIfBRE™TfH. ENGLISH & FOREIGN FRUITERER, FISHMONGER & POULTRY DEALER (npar the Town Clock) CHOICE FRUIT FROM'COVENT GARDEN MARKET FRESH DAILY HOTELS & RESTAURANTS SPECIALLY CATERED FOR. Goods delivered to all parts of the Town. BANANAS AND TOMATOES A SPECIALITY. n591 EsTABLISHED 1886. E. ROWE & SONS, OXFORD HOUSE, 65, NORTH PARADE, HIGH-CLASS LADIES' & GENTS' TAILORS. COSTUMES from 45/ to 701. GENTS' SUITS from 42/ to 75/ New Ranges in DONEGAL TWEEDS. Please Note that we have taken over the Agency for PULLAR'S DYF WORKS. AGENTS FOR PULLAR'S DYE WORKS. STFAM SAW MILLS, ABERYSTWYTB R. ROBERTS and SONS, TIMBER AND SLATE MERCHANTS. EVERY DESCRIPTION OF JOINERY DONE QUICKLY AND CHEAPLY. OAR IND BOATS' SAILS made on the Premises also all kinds of SACKS GOAL BAGS, &o. ESTIMATES GIVEN. JOBBING DONE. FELLOES FOR OART WHEELS, TRAPS AND OTHER VEHICLES WaTERIO(JtiyDPIC)110 e, Aberystwyth Hydro Hotel. a* v Facing Sea. Thoroughly up-to-date Over 10O f 11 fit f Rooms. Private Suites of Rooms. Lounpe aEd large* gfigkA, Recreation Room. Balconies. Billiards Tennis* Garage. THE HYDRO DEPARTMENT, open to non- Bjnfi !J 1/1^3 J3 aragf, residents, is fitted up in the beat and inost modern 11 rafti ijlllljf 8tyIe» with BATHS OF EVERY DESCRIPTION. Jit There is a complete installation of Dowsing's Radiant I f fh: ? 3r ? I afS Heat and Lighb Baths, High Frequency and Maaaage. so etticacious in the cure of RHEUMATISM and Hi tfS "Mre GOUT. Certificated Nurses kept, jl ^f1 —r——Hj/L Hot and Cold Sea-water Baths, Medicated Baths. K -^ay ^reatimen<1 Needle, Spray, Douche, and Sitz Babhs. D"AiB R All under the personal supervision of the Proprietors. m829 — — The Oldest Billposting Establishment in the Town and District JOHN LLOYD & SONS, Town Criers, Billposters and Distributors Having the largest number of most prominent Posting Stations in all parts of Aberystwyth and District, they are able to take large con- tracts of every description OVER 100 STATIONS IN THE TOWN &IDISTRICT Official Billposters to the Town and County Councils, G. W.R. Co., Cambrian Railway Co., the A.I.C., all the Auctioneers of the Town and District, and other public bodies. Address-TRINITY ROAD, ABERYSTWYTH. Fruit! Fruit! Fresh Vegetables! R. ROBERTS, YNYSLAS HOUSE, NORTHGATE STREET, ABERYSTWYTH, Has on Sale DaiJya choicejselection of Seasonable Fruits AND Fresh Vegetables All orders promptly attended to. kl 91 Mr. JAMES REES, 30, Alexandra Road, ABERYSTWYTH. (Satae Street as Railway Station). VISIT TREGARON, the first and last Tuesdays in each month at Mrs Dewi Williamsi, Stanley House. ABERAYRON, on the 1st and 3rd Wednes. days in each month at Mrs. Lampshire, 25. North-road (opposite Talbot). LAMPETER, the 2nd and 4th Fridays in each month at Mrs R Evans, Milliner, Paris House, Harford-aquare. MACHYNLLETH, the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays in each month at Mrs R Jones (Tannere), Pentre- hedyn-street (opposite Lion Hotel), Teeth filled, Sets remodelled and repaired. Teeth Extracted by the Latest Process All Materials Guaranteed Moderate charges. MAE YN GYMBO. TAILORING ESTABLISHMENT 13, PIER ST., ABERYSTWYTH DAVID JAMES. Suitings, Coatings, Trouserings, &e. in the best fashion and at reasonable prices. Cricketing and Boating Suits made to order on the Shortest Notice. THE FURNISHING WAREHOUSE GREAT DARKGATE STREET. BEST VALUE IN FURNI.TUEi; J. LEWIS EVANS, CABINET MANUFACTURER, UPHOLSTERER AND UNDERTAKER, BEGS rto inform the public that he hasilalways large Stock of Furniture, etc., made on the premile8; An inspection invited. Workmanship Guaranteed. YOU CANNOT DO BETTER THAN ENTRUST YOUR Plumbing- and Decorating Work TO P. B, LOVEDAY, REGISTERED PLUMBER AND GENERAL DECORATOR. 22, Chalybeate Street, ABERYSTWYTH. My 1909 Pattern Book cannot be excelled. COUGH MIXTURE TRY ROBERT ELLISS COUGH MIXTURE J AND CHEST TONIC. NOTB THE ADDBESS- ROBERT ELLIS, CHEMIST, Terrace Rd.,A berystwytk HIGH-CLASS TAILORltf0 D. JONES, I showing a very fine range of the Ne IS- Materials, now just to hand, select in t and quality, suitable for gentlemen's very moderate prices, LADIES TAILORING NF ?»* For Ladies' wear a very extensive terDS are to hand in 11 COSTUME CLOTHS, SERGE SPUNS, YESTINGS, &C' Ladies on placing their orders for ^\e^)lo'' confidently rely on having them made "Jf on our own premises correct in every at very low Prices. 1014. ESTIMATES ON APPLICAT NOTE THE ADDRESS— 5, CHALYBEATE ST ABERYSTWYTg EVAN SIMO-Ny. GENERAL TAILOR, WOOLLEN POST OFFICE, LLANBADARIl Every description of Gentlemen's Olothl"^ af all reasonable terms. Breeohea and I>iv8n -j Mourning Stilts, eto., eto. je tot All Prices charged are" the lowest Pow k quality and first-rate workmanship