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LAMPETER.]
LAMPETER. ] Death.—The death took place on Sat- urday at Fairfield, North-read, of Miss Nancy Da vies, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs T. L. Davies, at the early age of twenty. Deceased had been in delicate health for a long time. She was of a bright and kindly disposition and greatly liked by all who knew her. Much sym- pathy is felt for her parents and her little sister in their bereavement. The fun- eral, which was a private one, took place on Wednesday when interment was made it St. Peter's Churchyard. The Rev H. P. Atkins (W.) officiated at the house and the Kevs R. H. Richards and D. J. Evans at the church and graveside. The coffin was covered with beautiful wreaths. Eisteddfod.—A successful eisteddfod was held at the Memorial Hall on Tuesday evening in connection with Brondeifi Chapel. Councillor J. E. Jones, Eryl, was the chairman and "Mr W. Lewis, C.M. conducted. Mr J T Rees, Mus. Bac., Aberystwyth, adjudicated the music, and the miscellaneous part was adjudi- cated by the Revs H. P. Atkins, Daniel Jones, S. E. Prytherch, and T. LI. Rod- erick. The accompanists were Miss Lee Thomas, Buckingham Place, and Mr E. W. Price, Bridge-street. Mr T. Davies, Teify Forge, carried out the duties of treasurer. There was a keen competi- tion anà the large hall was crowded, which reflects creditably on the secretar- ies (Mr David Jones, Drover's-road, and Mr E. D. Davies, Cwmanne). The fol- lowing wiere (the. prizer-wiYinersl: — Solo, under twelve, Y Fwyalchen," 1, Aniue Davies Peterwell-terrace; 2; Maud Trus- cott, Ram. Solo, under sixteen, "Bells of Aberdovey." 1, Margaret Jane Davies, Cwmanne; 2, Maxy SLmrisa Davies, Bettws. Solo tenor, ''Death of Nelson," Mr T. J. Jones, C.M., Llanwnen. Quar- tette, "Rhosvnau," Miss Herbert, Lam- peter, and friends. Poetry to the Bud- get," half the prize awarded to Mr Rees, Rhosfeilig, Llangybi, the only competitor. Soprano solo, "Y Ffarwel Cynt." 1, Miss M. A. Davies. Rhoslwyn; special prize given by Mrs Dr-Evans was awarded to Miss M. A. Lewis, Garth. Children's choir "Come sail my barque" (prize given by Miss Lee Thomas). 1, choir led by Miss M. A. Davies, Rhoslwyn. Solo bari- tone, "Cymru fy Ngwlad," 1, Johnny Davies, Rhoslwyn. Chief choral, Y Gwanwyn," 30s. prize and a silver cup given by Mr D. Jones, jeweller. Two choirs competed and Lampeter Choir, con- ducted by Mr David Jones. Drover's- road. won. Recitation, "Ymson y Llof- rudd," Miss Maggie Evans, Penrhiwfawr, Llansawel. Duett, "Excelsior," Messrs Terwvn Davies and Stanley Price, Lampeter. Solo (open to those who had never won a prize before), "Cartref." Six entered the stage. The Adjudicator said all of them had good voices, but the piece was not one suitable to the class, and it was a kind of ballad singing that they] had heard. He would have to divide the prize between the six. Four choirs com- peted in the male voice party competi- tion. The prize was £1 and a silver pedal given by Dr and Mrs Evans, Tal- -4esin House. Llanwenog Choir, led by T; H. Davies, was awarded the prize. ] lecture.—At Siloh Chanel on Mo'"1 -mr- ldgthê Rev Hugh Hughes, the well- irnown Wesley an minister delivered ft lecture on "Christian Socialism." The chair was occupied by Dr Evan Evans, and the lecture was interesting and in- structive. On Sunday the reverend gentleman preached with great effect at the anniversary meetings held at the same chapel. Neuaddfawr Foxhounds.—The annual meet took place at the Royal Oak Hotel on Monday. There wero over a hundred on horseback present. The meet is al- ways a big one, but the attendance this year constituted a. record. The hounds were also followed by a large number on foot. Mrs Hughes, decided to first try Nantmawr Woods which she did and a fox soon broke cover. His run, however, was a short one, for it was killed in Mr David James's field on the Faloon- dale side of the Aberayron road. An- other fox was afterwards started, but was soon lost. St. Peter's Church.—Special services were held on Christmas Day. Holy com- munion was celebrated at seven and eight o'clock and at ten and 11.30. At the lat- ter service, the anthem, "There were shepherds abiding in the fields." was sung, and at the evening service the Welsh anthem, "Gogoniant Duw yn y Goruchaf." The clergymen who officiated ..Iring the day were the Revs Dr Bebb, S.D.C.. Chancellor Jones, W. LI. Foot- man M.A., Ben Davies, private secretary to the Bishop of St. David's, and R. H. Richards. The church tiad been taste- fullv decorated. Football.—A match was played on Mon- day between the town team and Llandys- sul at the Black Lion Field. The home team were by far the better players and won by twenty points to tljree. Golf.—The return, match between Lam- peter and New Quay was played on Peter- well Links on Tuesday. The day was an ideal one for golf and the representatives of the Lampeter'Club were in great form, winning all the singles and foursomes. The following were the results :—Singles Dr E. Evans beat E. Davies by 8 and 7 S.S.M. Baldwin beat T. Timothy by 7 and 6; A L. Roberts beat D. Thomas by 5 and 3. J. S. Jones beat J. T. Evans by 6 and 5; W. J. Williams beat A. Pierce by 2 and 1; E. Phil Jones beat J. Davies by 7 and 6. Foursomes: Dr Et. Evans and E. Phil Jones beat E. Davies and D. Thomas by 8 and 6: J. S. Jones and W. J. Williams beat A. Pierce and J. T. Evans by 5 and 4; S.S.M. Baldwin and A. L. Roberts beat T. Timothy and J. Davies by and 3.
PENPARKE
PENPARKE Wedding.—The marriage was solemn- ized at Gosen Chapel, Rhydyfelin, on Monday, by the Rev Isaac Joel, between Mr Evan David Jones, of Pontypridd, and Miss Annie Eleanor Morris, daugh- ter of Mr Evan Morris, tie Lodge, Crug- iau, Rhydyfelin. The bride, who was given away by her father, was prettily at- tired in a mole coloured costume and wore a hat to match. The bridegroom was attended as best man by his father (Mr Evan Jones.) After the ceremony. the party returned to the brides home where a reception was given. Mr and Mrs Jones left later for Pontypridd. They were the recipients of numerous and costly presents. Darfenfa.—A competitive meeting was held at the Reading Room on Tuesday when there was a crowded attendance. The IRev. R. J. Rees. M.A., was in the chair. The singing adjudicator was Mr. J. Ceredig Davies, Aberystwyth, who also adjudicated the recitations, in the un- avoidable absence of Mr. Edward Jenkins, Pare. The foliov, in is a list of prize- winners:—Sblo for boys under fourteen: Rees Jones, Bachyrhew. Duett for those under sixteen Daisv Thomas and Blodwen Jones. Duett at first sight: Morgan L. Edwards and Lilv Jones. Ear tests: E. de Ii'oyd. Duett for those over sixteen: J. Brythonfab James and John Jenkins. Rectitations for children under sixteen: Dilys Thomas. Impromptu debate: Evan J. Thomas and D. J. Lewis. Unpunctu- ated reading: Edward Jenkins. Recita- tion for those over sixteen: James. Blackboard sketch: Evan Jenkins. The prize for the best item was won by Ernest de Lloyd for ear test. The duties of secretary were carried out by Mr. Evan Ja.mes Thomas. The Rev. G. Eyre Evans acted as treasurer. CHRISTMAS TREE AND SALE OF WORK. The annual Chirstmas tree and sale of work in connection with Penparke Mission Room was held on Tuesday and was largely attended. The sale was opened by Miss lJavies, Y Glyn, who takes a keen interest in the Room at Penparke. The stalls had been stocked with a large num- ber of articles which found ready pur- ohasers. The stallholders were:—Work Stall: The Misses Lily Hopkins, Nantecs, lnd Lottie Davies. Sweet Stall: Miss L. J. Jenkins. Fancy Stall: The Misses Blodwen Jenkins and M. E. Jones. > £ d. Stall: The Misses L. Ashworth and Lizzie Davies. Christmas Tree and Mis- Ilanoons Stall: Mr Glover. Hoop-la: Vlr I. Clayton Thomas. Penny Dip: Mr f. Stanley Jones. Refreshments were < provided during the afternoon, the tables presided over by Miss Morgan, Mrs tichards, Mrs Ashworth, Mrs Goodwin, tfrs Jenkins, Miss Kate Jones, Mrs Mor- ] ;an, Mrs Jones, Mrs Morgan, Mrs E. lorgan, Mrs Glover. After the tables j ad been cleared a concert was held, pre- ided over by Dr M. Jones-Powell, vicar. < ,n interestnig programme had been ar- [ anged and was as follows—Song, "Come, ing with Holy Gladness," the Choir; re- c itatfen. Miss Hannah Ashworth; solo, 2 liss M. Lizzie Jones; recitation, Miss Lizzie Davies song, the Choir; quartette, Messrs Jones, Lloyd, Jenkins, and James: recitations, Mr J. Brythonfab James; solo, Mr John Jenkins; song, the Choir; duett, the Misses Jones and Lloyd; re- citation. Mr Gwilym James: solo, Miss Lottie Davies; trio, Messrs Jenkins, Rob- erts, and James; solo. Miss Jones, Pen- graig; solo, Mr Wm. Jenkins; duett. Messrs Jenkins and James; quartette, Messrs Jones, Lloyd, Jenkins, and James; glee, Llanbadarn Choir. A pleasant and enjoyable evening was brought to a close by singing "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau," Mrs Richards, Gwarfelin, taking the solo. The proceeds were devoted to the Mission Room fund.
TREGARON.
TREGARON. Christmastide.—The holidjays as usual were quietly spent. No important meet- ing was held on Christmas Day. Holiday makers arrived throughout Saturday and on Sunday morning the mail brought in a good number. Both kvdon and other districts were well represented by the arrivals. The weather was by no means favourable. Drenching rain fell and the temperature was low. On Christmas morning flygain was held in St. Caron' Church. A fairly large congregation attended and the Rev D. M. Davi«\«-, B.A., officiated. The usual Sunday tei- vices were held in the places of worship. At the tnion Workhouse the inmates were provided with a splendid dinner at the expense of the Guardians. On M( r day the annual re-union of the Tr^-iron County School students took plaoe at the School Hall, and in spite of heavy ra: a good number attended. The same even- ing an eisteddfod was held at Blaeioer* nal C.M. Chapel. The chapel was it 11, and under the leadership of Mr J. H. Davies, M.A., an enjoyable meeting was spent. Tuesday saw the return of the holiday makers and the resumption of routine work. The local Post Office were fully employed during the holiday and an immense number of parcels and letters were delivered and dispatched. The daily delivery was carried out on Sunday. Match.—On Tuesday afternoon an ex- citing match was played between the I Llanddewl team and the local town eleven. The town een were well matched and seemed to be in good form for the fray. The visiting team wctre also a good batch and proved to be equal to their opponents. The game proved to be a true holiday function. After a ser- ies of hard attacks from both sides, the game ended in a draw of two goals each. Mr P. W. Rees, C.M., acted as referee. COUNTY SCHOOL RE-UNION. The annual meeting of the old students of the County School took place on Box- ing Day. The large number who had pome together from the town and out- lying districts despite wet and stormy weather testifies to the pupularity and usefulness of the re-union. This year's ameers were-hon. president Mr G T Lewis, M.A.; president, Miss Jennie Jones, B.A., Ffos, Swyddff— • ^residents, Miss O'- -J -w11 vice- Lland^- Morgan, B.A., -0'1, and Br Jack Lloyd; treasurer, Mr Hugh Lloyd, Penbont secretaries, Mias Mary Morgan, Ivy Bush, and Mr Harry Jones. The Committee responsible for this year's arrangements was com- posed of the Misses Lina Edwards and Pecco Edwards, Messrs G. Evans and W. R. Morgan, Misses Lizzie Evans, M. A. Jones, Nancy Jones, and Nelly Williams, Ystrad. The four last named formed the Working Committee and to them and the secretaries the success of the meeting was largely due. To the sorrow of many athletes, organ- ised hockey and football matches were not played owing to the weather condi- tions. The first part of the meeting was therefore spent in partaking of tea and in mutual greetings. At the general meeting in the School Hall which fol- lowed, owing to the much-regretted ab- sence through illness of Miss Jennie Jones, B.A,, the president, Miss Olive Morgan, B.A., the vice-president, was voted to the chair and presided over its deliberations. Mr Harry Jones having read the minutes of the last general meeting, these were confirmed. Mr Hugh Lloyd, the treasurer, presented his report which showed a Substantial balance in hand. The meeting proceeded to the election of officers for next year. These were as follows:—President, Dr Jack Lloyd; vice-presidents. Miss Elsie Davies, Llangybi, and Mr Tom Morgan, B.A., Bont; treasurer, Mr W. R. Morgan, Tre- garon; secretaries, Miss Mary Morgan and Mr Harry Jones, both re-appointed. The elections proceeded smoothly, but when the committees came to be ap- pointed there was considerable discus- sion as to their constitution. The mat- ter was, however, isaJisJ;i<l:\orily settled. and the local committee will be composed of two old committee members, viz., Misses M. A. Jones and Nelly Williams, with Miss Lottie Lioyd £ PenbJmjt, and Miss Jones, Ochr, as new members. Sports Committee: Old Boys, Dr Jack Lloyd and Mr D. J. Morgan, B.Sc. Old Girls, Miss Pecco Edwards and Lizzie Evans. To represent the various districts following were appointed:—Dr. Davies, Llangeitho; Miss, Lizzie Jones, Swyddffynon Mr J. T. Jones, Pen- uwch: Miss Lena 'Davies, Lampeter. It is -proposed that a general committee of local and district representatives meet before the general meeting on next re- union day. < The next business was the presentation The next business was the presentation of the Magazine Committee's report by Mr T. A. Joner, who, in conjunction with Mr S. M. Powell, M.A., was chiefly re- sponsible for the successful production of the first number of "Gnw y Gors," the school magazine. Mr Jones, in his re- port, regretted that the magazine Tfa3 not been supported by all old pupils and friends of the school as it should have been. A healthy discussion followed, and it was resolved that the Grug y Gors" should be continued and that it be made as complete a record as possible of the activities not only 'of past students but also of the present students of the school and an appeal was made to all old pupils to give it every support by contributions, by buying copies, and by bringing it to the notice of friends. It was decided that the next re-union should be Boxing Day, 1911. Congratulations to those married especially Mrs Doctor James, New Quay, who was present, were óffer-ed. Votes of condolence with the families of the late Mr D. J. Edwards and the late Mr E. Jones Evans, former pupils, were passed. The secretaries were directed to send letters of condolence in future without waiting until the general meeting. A vote of thanks to the Chairman, officers, and ladies responsible for the refresh- ments, proposed by Dr Davies, an sec- i onded by Mr D. J. Morgan, brought the general business meeting to a close. This year in deference to the wishes of the majority, there was no concert. Miss Polly Thomas and Miss Jennie Morgan having favoured the company with a pianoforte duett, various games were played in which Mr and Mrs Lewis were as usual the guiding spirits. At nine o'clock tea was partaken of. Distant members then left while the rest again be- took themselves to general merrymaking. At ten o-clock the whole company dis- persed after spending an enjoyable time.
CRICCIETH.
CRICCIETH. The Lancashire Colliery Disaster.—Mr. C. E. Warren Roberts, who came home last Saturday from the scene of the colliery disaster at Atherton, to spend Christmas, immediately took up the deserving cause of the bereaved and set out to seek sup- port for the widows and orphans. He put heart and soul into the cause, for during the week-end he received over 100 contributions, amounting in the aggregate to upwards of JB16. Christmas.—The Christmas festival was duly observed in the churches. The Parish Church and St. Deiniol's were decorated, SS usual, with evergreen and choice hot- house plants and flowers., and the services. which were fully choral, included the singing of anthems and carolsi. At St Deiniol's the anthems were Worship Him and Sing of Him" (Caleb Simper), ind "0 Zion. That Bringest Good Tidings" Th-. Stainer), the ba'ss solo being taken by Mr. J. Smith, and the soprano by Misses Maria Parry and Li/y Jones. There ivas no local public entertainment on Boxing Day. A company, numbering ibout thirty, from Seion Chapel, under :he oonductorship of Mr. Edmund < Roberts, Gwalia Temperance Hotel, gave a creditable performance to a crowded tudience at Nevin of the popular cantata, Aelwyn Angharad." the joint production ( tf Dr. J. Lloyd WiViams and Llew Tegid, in historical sketch of the life and cus- ] toms of the old Welsh of the countryside. ( At Capel Mawr Schoolroom, on Tuesday evening, a competitive meeting was held.
BALA.
BALA. PRIZE DISTRIBUTION AT THE COUNTY SCHOOL. The annual distribution of prizes took place last week at the County Schools when Dr Williams, J.P., Tawelfan, pre- sided and there were present Mrs Wil- liams, Dr G. Prys Williams, Mrs Price, Mrs Morris, Mr and Mrs Lloyd, Rhag- gatt; Mr J. W. Roberts, chairman of the Governors; Mr L. Lloyd John and Mr S. Jones, Cor wen; Mr R. Evans, Crynierth; the Rev 1. Talwyn Phillips, B.D.; Mr J. R. Jones, clerk to the Governors; Mr J. C. Evans, headmaster; and Miss Owen, headmistress. headmistress. After a brief address by the Chairman! and a song by the pupils, Miss Owen read her report on a thoroughly-satisfactory school year in number of pupils, examina- tion results, and work accomplished. It was a matter of congratulation that in an agricultural and rural district the num- ber of pupils attending the secondary school should have reached so satisfactory a level. There had recently been issued adverse criticisms on the work of county schools, and there could be no doubt there was danger of the schools becoming mere machines for the grinding out of exam- ination results, satisfactory or otherwise. Most people would agree on the desirabil- ity of decreasing the number of examina- tions, for the work constantly with an examination in view must have a cramp- ing effect on both teachers and pupils. Personally, she should be thankful if the junior examination of the Central Welsh Board were altogether eliminated which would tend to greater elasticity and variety in the curriculum of the first three years of the pupils^ school life. Apart from the examination bogey, she must protest that teachers aimed at a much higher ideal of education—the drawing out of the pupils' full capacities the training of hand and eye as well as of the intel- lect. To her the possibilities of work on the moral side appealed more and more. During the three or four most impression- able years of their lives it was inspiring to think what moral ideals can be in- stilled-ideals or sincerity and honour, devotion to duty, loyalty to friends, re- finement of feeling, true courtesy and consideration for others. No opportun- ity was lost of teaching the girls that all work is noble and that to. assist in mak- ing a home healthy and happy is one of the noblest occupations. The school gave a specIal course of training to that end. I here was an increasing tendency for girls who had no leaning towards teaching or other professional work to train as child- ren's nurses or for household service. That was both a, healthy and necessary movement, for it was important for a girl enedm the care and training of children to have trained intelligence and tt> be educated in habits of refine- ment find courtesy. All those advantages were obtainable in the school's technical department, and it was a matter for re- gret that so few comparatively availed themselves of them. In order to encour- age that department, Mrs Price offered a special prize for girls who7 after spending two years in the lower forms, took up i technical training. Other departments of school actmty continued to flourish. Myfanwy Thomas had during the year taken the L.R.A.M. degree of the Royal Academy; Lizzie M. Roberts had taken a teacher's certificate: and Gwenan Jones had passed her teacher's examination with great success, having gained a double first in the theory and practice of teach- ing. The Headmaster, in his report, stated that among old school pupils who had dis- tinguished themselves during the year, Mr Thomas Roberts, Llanuwchllyn, who took his M.A. degree in the University of Wales, had been appointed lecturer in Welsh in tne normal department of Ban- gor College; Mr R. E. Ya uan Roberts had taken a B.Sc. degree the Welsh University; Dr J. Francis Roberts, son of the Chairman of the Governing Body, had taken M.B. and Ch.B. in Liverpool University; and Mr LI. G. Owen who had taken a first class in mathematics in mod- erations at Oxford, represented Oxford against Cambridge at football, thus win- ning his blue," a distinction achieved by very few Welshmen. He (the Head- master) heard good accounts of pupils who are students at the Welsh University Col- leges. The conduct of the pupils during the year was good and the work in most subjects satisfactory. He did not wish to imply there were no weak spots or to deny disappointment about some exam- ination results; yet with Tegard to the future of the school he felt very hopeful. The most promising feature in the year was the lower school or pupils in the sub- junior stage. He felt confident that within the next two years they would do well. The woodwork was popular. The following were prize takers at the local show:—Form II., R. R. Evans, 1st prize; R. J. Ellis; 3, N. D. Tee; highly commended, H. R. Hughes. Form 1., Thomas Hughes, 1st prize: Meirion Morris, 2nd; J. J. Ellis, 3rd; 0. LI. Jones, h.c. The football team under the care of Mr Dakin played a strenuous game and were much above the average. He thanked the Headmistress for her skil- ful help in teaching and Miss Ethel Owen, whose results in drawing were particularly good. It was encouraging to find that twenty-two boys newly entered that term, the largest on record. Dr G. Prys Williams, in the school ad- dress, urged the important of reading. Having compelled by law the youth of the country to read, it was important that the books read were the best and that they were read in the best way. In these days when the spirit of commercialism and materialism was rampant and clamor- ous, it was urgent that youth should not lose touch with the master minds whose wisdom was enshrined in books. It could not be gainsaid that education was too bookish already; but books must ever ever form an essential and important part: of the armoury of the educationist. Lit- erature was one of the most potent factors in real education.. It was not, however, the number of books read that told, but the way in which they were read. One great danger in the use of books was to: read them without the comparing influ- ence of thought, for without thought the memory merely weaved together diverse opinions into a tissue of incongruities wdiich bewildered and deceived the soul. It was the subsequent reflection, the at- tempt to make the writer's thought the reader's thought that made reading of value to mental development. He there put in a plea for systematic study of the works of the great poets. The great poets of a people are in a very real sense the trustees of its ideals, and their works should be the object of genuine first-hand study. If their full intel- lectual and poetical power are to be ap- preciated aright, they should be read and re-read until their message and their meaning force conviction. No one will be found to deny that poetry is the purest expression of the literary art. More than any other form of literature, good poetry appeals to the higher part of our nature. While it satisfies our love of beauty, its elevation of thought, its stim- ulating qualities, its, vitalising force helps us to realise some of our deepest aspira- tions. (Cheers.) Prizes were distributed by Mrs Wil- liams, Tawelfan, as follows on the results of the C.W.B. examination, 1910:—Form V., David Ellis, form prize. Form IV., Ivor White Davies, form prize; E. J. Hughes, pirze for history; and Idris H. Jones, prize for Welsh. Form III., 'J. Roderick Jones, form prize; J. W. Parry, prize for Latin and history; Efairys Bowen, prize for mathics, chemistry, and English; ifor ap G. Jones, geography prize; If an ab Owen Edwards, for good work in geography and Welsh; Thomas Jones, for good general work Emrys Rob- erts, for good general work; and J. W. Parry, drawing prize. Form II. (on re- sults of marks for summer term, 1910), R. R. Evans, form prize; Thomas Ifor Jones, first in French, science, and geo- metry; Thomas Rhvs, first in Latin and good' general work; Arthur Rogers, first in English; Arthur Rogers, drawing prize and R. R. Evans, woodwork prize. Form I. (in order of merit on result of marks for summer term, 1910), Francis Wynne Jones, form prize; Robert R. Jones, good general work; Meirion Mor- ris, ditto; Owen Llew. Jones, ditto; Arthur Edwards, ditto; J. E. Williams, iitto; Llew. G. Guest, ditto- Geo. Owen Crump, drawing prize; and Thos Hughes, woodwork prize. On the proposition of the Chairman, i vote of sympathy with the Hon. C. H. Wynn, of Rug, in his illness was unani- nously passed.
PENRHYNDEUDRAETH.
PENRHYNDEUDRAETH. Christmas Day.—The services on Christmas Day were as follows:—Celebra- tion of holy communion at eight a.m. and ten a.m. in Welsh, and in English at 11-15 a.m., the lessons were read by Mr Hulme. At two p.m., the children were catechised in "The Life of Christ." At six p.m., carols were sung by various parties, in- cluding four by the children. During the day addresses were delivered by the Vicar, and the collection was devoted to. the Welsh national memorial to King Edward VII. Christmas Tea.—On Monday. at the Church of England School, a tea was given to the children both of the Sunday and Day Schools. At five p.m. the child- ren's competitive meeting was held, at which the following won prizes:—Children under five, "Our Lord's Prayer."—Master Thomas Hockey Williams. Between five and eight, "Apostle's Creed."—Lizzie J. Roberts and Jeannie Hughes, equal: 2, rfugh Roberts; 3, John Lewis Williams, the third being awarded by Mr Robert Baxter, junior. Between eight and twelve, "Apostles' Creed."—1. Griff John Jones: 2, Hugh Roberts Pritchard; first prize being awarded by Mrs John Ellis. Under thirteen, "The Duties."—1, Griff John Jones; 2, Robert William Jones; the adjudicators in the above being Mrs. Solomon and Mr. Robert Baxter, junior. Under nineteen competition, "Mae Mam I yn Gas."—Miss Nell Jones and Miss Sarah Pritchard, equal. Open impromptu address.—Mr. John Henry Hughes. Recitation, Catherine Ellen Jones, Lizzie Jones. Recitation.—Maggie Williamls. Song.—Maggie Owen William* Robert Roberts. Songs, Miss Gwladys Hart, Miss Ema Hughes, Nurse Vaughan, Mr. R. J. Hughes; violin and niano, Misses Hughes, The Vicarage. BOARD OF GUARDIANS, Tuesday, December 27th.—.Present: Mr. Owen J ones, chairman; Messrs Richard Wil- liams, Richard Roberts, G. Parry Jones, D. Tegid Jones, John Roberts (Talsarnau), the Rev. John Hughes, David Pughe, the Rev. Thomas Griffith, Mrs. R. R. Morris, Messrs R. R. Jones W. Williams, E Da. is Joms. D. Fowden Jones, E. Llewelyn, E. L. Owen, John Roberts (Trawsfynydd). Capt. Morgan Jones, the Rev. CoIIwyn Morgan, John Pritchard, John Williams (Tremadoc), T. iRoberts, clerk; David Jones, assistant clerk: D. J. Jones, master; J. Bennet Joncte. William Thomas, and Richard Parry, relieving officers; and Dr. Jones, medical officer. Master's Report.—The Master reported the number of inmates to be ninety-eight as against seventy-nine for the corres- ponding period of last year. A woman from LIanbedr and her three children u i Veen a4m^tted„ and a boy aged nine had been discharged to go to Fekstiniog, on the recommendation of the Boardino- House Committee.—-The inmaj^s adopted a vote of thanks to the Board for their generous Christmas dinner. The follow- ing persons had also sent articles for the inmates:—Messite T. W. Jones and Son, Penrhyndeudraeth, oranges: Mr. Joseph Humphreys, ditto; Thomas Roberts. Maentwrog, oranges and biscuits; Mrs. Williams, Cae Ednyfed, tobacco and Mr ¡ John G JOftes, loua'Lco ior the o)d —Mrs. Cateson visited the House nd dis- tributed two and a half pounds of tobacco among the smokers and sweets among the women inmates and children. Gifts were <7. so received through Mr. Richard Williams, from Dr. au^lian; Mr. Yale, and Mr. R. 0. Jones Appreciation.—Mr.- Richard Roberts proposed and Mrs. tR. R. Morris seconded a vote of thanks io the Ihnors of piits to the inmates, which was unanimously adopted. Referring to the Master's re- port, the Chairman it wis satisfactory to learn that the inmatefs were thankful for the consideration shown them. He was expressing the feeling of the Board who were only too glad to be able to add something to the pleasure of the unfor- tunate people who. were forced to seek a refuge in the House. Relief.—Mr. Bennet Jones, relieving officer for the Deudraeth district, said he had forty-seven paupers on his book. He had been asked by them to convey to the Board their warm thanks for the extra shilling granted them. He could assure the Board that the joy of many of the older people at receiving the extra shilling was a pathetic sight.—The Chairman liopej that the Chancellor of the Exchequer would be able to see hits way at the end of next year to continue the extra- shilling to the aged pensioners. (Cheers.) Guardians Differ.—The case of an aged pauper at Penrhyn was mentioned whose daughter was at home.—Mr. G. Parry Jones said the woman would be far better off in the House than in her present surroundings which was far from clean.— The Rev": John Hughes disagreed, remark- ing that he had visited the house and found things fairly satisfactory.—The Medical Officer concurred with Mr. G. Parry Jones.—Mr. J. Roberts proposed that re- lief of 4s. weekly should be continued, and the Rev. John Hughes seconded it.—Five voted for the proposition and fourteen for admission to the House.—The Chairman hoped the Guardians would do all in their power to induce the woman to enter the House, and to alssure her that the Board were her best friends after all. Statistica.1.—The sum of £293 5s Id. was paid in out-relief, as compared with £302 lis 9d in corresponding period. Payments made that day to cover relief for the ensuing fortnight amounted to £233, leav- ing a balance of JB198 8s. 6d. at the bank. Pensions.—The Relieving Officer for the Festiniog districtt reported that thirty- eight paupers at Festiniog qualified for old age pensions, and fourteen at Maen- twrog. So far he had not received the Trawsfynydd list.—The Clerk was in- structed to communicate with the Pen- sions Officer regarding the applicants. Granted.—Application was made for re- lief for a man who was unable to follow his employment through tuberculosis. From a statement made by the officer, it appeared that the man and his wife re- ceived about £28 some months ago, the proceeds of a lecture. They also sold a house in which they were interested for £70, but after paying certain debts on the house the balance was only about -614 10s. Particulars were given of the disposal of the major part of the money received. The wife had no exact particu- lars of the remainder of the money.—Mr. William Williams said it sss a deserving case. The man had hardly been in health since his marriage about two and a half years ago. He and his wife had made grtae sacrifices to etain the house, but failed to keep up the payments due to the building society and had to reali'se the property. The man was now quite unable to work and had evidently suffered great poverty before applying for relief.—It was decided to contribute 10s. for fourteen weeks. Sad Case.—The Relieving Officer re- ferred to the case of a young man from Blaenau whose health and mind had broken down, necessitating his being taken to the asylum as a pauper, the parentis having spent all they possessed in assisting their son to enter the Civil Service, he had shown brilliant qualities until his health broke down.—The Chair- man said the Board fully sympathised with the parents in their great affliction. It wals sad to see the promise of a brilliant career cut short by'disaster such as this young man met with.—The steps taken by the officer were approved of. Postponed.—-The Chairman said that owing to the illness of iseveral members, a meeting of the Boarding-out Committee had not been held. It was important that full consideration should be given to the recent circulars of the Local Govern- ment- Board respecting the boarding out of children and also the case-paper ques- tion. The probability was that the Com- mittee have to meet more than once. There was also the question of the abolition of pay stations. Notice of expiration of tenancy would have to be served or the Board would be responsible for another quarters rent in each case. Several of the questions would require consideration from several piints of view before a de- cision could be arrived at with a view of making new arrangements. Pending.—The Rev. Thomas Griffith said he had asked a question which necessitated the attendance of Dr. Roberts, Festiniog, who had promised to attend to reply. So far as he (the speaker) was aware. Dr. Roberts had not yet been present, as he had attended every meeting since the question was asked.—The Chairman Did you wait until the end of the meeting? fLaughter).—The Rev. Thomas Griffith Yes with one exception and in that case I Dr. Roberts was notprebent. (Laughter.) —The Clerk was instructed to calr Dr. Roberts's attention to the promise made. Thanks.—An aged widow at Penrhyn who was being transferred to the pensions list, wrote thanking the Board for the invariable consideration and kindness shown her for the past nine years.—The Chairman said the letter proved that the Board were not as bad as they were sometimes represented to be. If necessary he believed the Board were ready to stretch a point to prevent the honest poor suffering needlessly. Sympathy.—On the proposition of Mr. Fowden Jones, seconded by the Chair- man, a vote of sympathy wais carried with the Vice-Cliairman, Mr. R. 0 Williams, in his illness. Pension Terms.—The Chairman im- pressed upon individual members the need of considering the recent circular issued by the Local Government Board respecting the terms on which paupers could enjoy pensions and the cancelling of previous disabilities of applicants. THE ANNUAL DINNER. MR. OWEN JONES ON THE POOR LAWS. The company then adjourned to the Dining Hall where a capitallyrprepared and well-laid dinner was served, given by some friends who desired to remain anony- mous, to which members, officials, and pressmen were invited. The meal con- cluded, the Chairman feelingly proposed the toast of the Royal Family," referring sympathetically to the glorious reign of Victoria, and the equally-glorious, but all too brief, reign of King'Edward, and the accession of King George., for whose wel- fare he invoked the blessings of heaven. The toast was drunk and the National Anthem was sung, Mrs. William Jones taking the vsolo part, the company joining in the remaining part of the-anthem. The Chairman said it was usual for the Guardians at this, the annual meeting, to indulge in a retrospect of their position and work during the year. 0\vinw, how- ever, to unforeseen occurrences, he had been this time unable to prepare the financial comparative (statement. He was nevertheless gad to be present to welcome his fellow-guardians and also a few stray sheep who were not of their fold- (laughter)-but were none the less wel- come. They much regretted the cause that kept the Vice-Chairman (Mr. R. O. Wil liams) away and wished him a speedly recovery. His iscn was amongst them, whom they hoped would follow in his father's footsteps and become a member of the Board. (Cheers.) He must admit that his feeings at that festive season were mixed. On the one hand they were met at a period that the most gladsome news reached suffering humanity of the birth of a Saviour and friend of the down- trodden and afflicted. On the other hand, news of great calamities involving grave loss of life had reached them from Atherton and from the railway accident. Such news, coming at such a time. could not fail to depress them. (Hear, hear.) Just as he was on the point of starting for that meeting, news reached him of an accident at the quarry he was connected with at Festiniog. He had been unable to ascertain its exact extent, but greatly hoped that its effect would not be serious. That morning he happened to see all old photograph of the members of the Board taken about tlfteêí1 years ago, and was astounded to note that Mr. Edward L'ewelyn and himself were the only two surviving members. Mr. Tegid Jones had served preiouslv and returned later; but the two mentioned were the only ones who figured in that picture and were still members. Eight of the guardians were dead, including their late respected chair- man (Mr. Jones. Ynysfor), and the vice- chairman (Mr. WiUiam Morris.) As for the other six, the same testimony was due to them as the two mentioned. They were strong men. careful and tender in their dealings with the poor, seeking to the best of their ability to discharge their duty to the ratepayers on the one hand and to the paupers on the other fairly and conscientiously. The three relieving officers in the photo had also gone across the "dark river," as was also the beloved Dr. Jones Morris, Portmadoc, one of the best members the (Board ever had and also Mr. Edwards, the reporter, who was high'y respected by them all. Others had retired for various reasons from their responsibilities. The picture had greatly saddened him. It brought back to his mind vividly the loved faces that were now gone for ever. No one could tell what the future might have in store for each of those present that day, but what- ever the future might have in store, their duty was to realise the tremendous re- sponsibility that each and all had under- taken and the great importance of the work they were engaged in. They were called to take care of the weakest and most helpless portion of the population. —some who had drifted into poverty through the force of adverse currents and through no fault of their own: others possibly whose own deeds had contributed to their present condition. But; what- ever the cause, however great their sins of omission and commission were, it be- hoved them as members to be sparing of criticism and merciful in their judgments. The poor were objects of sympathy and commiseration whatever was the cause of their poverty. The plight of the man in the depths called forth their compas- sion. He (the Chairman) was often afraid that he did not succeed in viewing poverty from the right standpoint. Their one object should be to raise the level; to be rid of their own social and material prejudices; and endeavour to come to close grips with each case of poverty as it stood, having only regard to the welfare of the community. He thought that to be a good guardian of the poor was the highest privilege that a man could aspire. He did not on an occasio like that wish to touch on any controversial topic. Some of^them differed greatly as to the remedies to be applied to the problems of poverty; but, ai'ter all, their differences were not fundamental ones. They were concerned with the question of what machinery was the best adapted to achieve the desired end. the mitigation or elimination of poverty. The question now was how best to do the work with the machinery they had at hand. In his own humble opinion., based on twenty-three years' ex- perience, he honestly thought it was diffi- cult to devise a system which would give better results in the long run than the present system, however faulty it was, and in many respects it was faulty; but it mu$t be admitted that it was continually being improved. Scarcely a meeting was held but that some new instructions were received from the Local Government Board, giving new powers, suggesting more practical methods. As experience taught, great and sweeping improvements had been effected during the period hb had been a guardian. The imlportant thing was, not the machinery which they possessed to cope with the work, but the spirit with which each individual guardian applied it. Each member should be possessed with the sense of the importance of the work and of a due sense of respon- sibility in ite discharge. Having regard to the material they had to deal with, the inert, helpless mass of human suffering, he was thankfir to think that some of the best and most cultivated minds of the country had given without IStint of their best towards the solution of the problem of poverty. There were great human principles at stake, and if they as guardians were onlv to appreciate more fully the gravity of the underlying principles they would sympathise more with each other and quarrel less about non- essentials. If their friends wou;d only devote the energy, thought, and zeal that they now devoted towards the provision of new machinery to administer the old system to better advantage, he was con- vinced that far more solid progress would be made and the world would gain immensely. They had passed through five lean years of commercial stagnation in the district, but unless he was much mistaken in the signs of the times, the clouds of adversity were about to be dissipated, and they hoped, by God's grace, to once more enjoy the sunshine of prosperity. In conclusion, he heartily wished all mem- bers, officials., and pressmen a happy and prosperous new year. He should like to mention one other important matter before concluding, and that was the crusade against tuberculosis. He had no need to remind members how that scourge met them at each meeting, or what suffering, poverty, and misery followed in its train. Now, thank j God, a gentleman of vast wealth and in- fluential position had recognised the ravages of that dread disease amongst his countrymen and with unbounded zeal, enthusiasm, determination, and liberality had thrown himself into the crusade. The movement was designed to commem- orate the life of the great King whose death they all deplored; but it had an even nobler motive than that, which was to stay the ravages of that- plague amongst their people. Medical men pronounced the disease to be curable. They also said it was preventive. Then, in God's name. let each and all of them do all that lav in their power o rajse the funds necessary to put the scheme on a permanent and practical footing. (Cheers.) Mr. David Davies might have financed the scheme himself: but his proposal was far n-ooler than that. It was to give it a; splendid lead from his own pocket and then to give hit, countrymen an opportunity" to show their interest in the 'humane movement. He (the speaker) hid been much touched on Saturday when one of the workmen brought him the sui, of 12s., contributed by twelve poor quanymen having their scanty mid-day me;V in one of the under- ground levels of the quarry. Their gift was spontaneous, following a discussion on the aims and objects Mr. David Davies had in view. He sent the money off on Saturday night and believed that Mr. Davies would set greater value on that 12s. ssent by these poor men from their need than for a cheque for a thousand pounds frorn^ some rich man. (Cheers.) He had had tne honour, as their chairman of being selected as a member of the County Committee, and appreciated the honour to the full, for he was nroud of being associated with so beneficent a work. (Cheers.) He hoped that each guardian would assist in getting subscriptions, how- ejer smaLl. Even a. penny would be gladly received from each person m their districts. It was a noble conception and deserved every possible assistance at the hands of every lover of his fellow man. Let them then unite and demonstrate that in that connection, as well as others Irech gwla-a nac Argfwydd." (Cheers.)' Mr. Fowden Jones euogised the Chair- mans services to the Board and said they were all in favour of progress though lSome of them were more partial to reforms than to revolution, and the surest way to carry reforms through was to assist the Chairman by supporting his hands in the discharge of his duties (Cheers.) Mrs. R. R. Morris said the reluctance to speak displayed by the male guardians arose probably more through the lullness of their hearts than their paucity of appreciation. She believed the Board had the best possible Chairman. (Cheer..) That was realised when he was absent occasionally. (Laughter and cheers.) She was fully in accord with the Chairman's sentiments relative to the consumption crusade, and was ready to do all in her power to assist in so noble an enterprise. (Cheers.) She felt that their best thanks were also due to the Master and Matron and their indoor staff. Mr. John Roberts, Talsarnau, thanked the Chairman for his interesting address and said he had been privileged to listen to severe: from the same source, but that day the Chairman had excelled himself. (Cheers.) He was also grateful to the kind donors of the feast they had all enjoyed so much, and he thought that they would not have to go far to find the patrons lthose hospitality they haer enjoyed-(cheers)-though he understood that no names were to be mentioned. (Laughter.) Mr. William Williams supported the vote of thanks to the Chairman, the donors, and all who assisted in giving the treat. He felt that the old practice of commencing by saying grace should again be revived. The inmates give the Guard- ians a .good example in that respect (Cheers.) The Clerk then put the vote to the com- pany, which was unanimously carried, and the Chairman replied on his own behai f and on behalf of the Master and Matron who. with their staff, he said, carried out their duties most efficiently towards the ratepayers who paid them' and the in- mates who depended on them. The Clerk, Assistant Clerk, and relieving officers also carried out their duties in a manner which reflected credit on the Board, while the pressmen served the Board and rate- payers honestly and faithfully in the main. Personally, he made it a strict rule never to interfere with the reporters. Let them do their duties as they knew bsist. (Cheers.) The Master acknowledged the vote on behalf of himself, the Matron, and staff, and thanked the Board for the kindness shown him during his illness, from which he had recovered, thanks to the care of the Medical Officer (Dr. J. R. Jones). The Rev. Collwyn Morgan spoke highly of the conduct of the Chairman in the chair, though at times the Chairman dropped on some of them rather severely and, su,(Ideri;y- (Laughter.) Still, tliey all had to admit his justice. He was essentially a strong man—strong in the conduct of the business—strong to do the right, even though that was at times un- popular. (Cheers.) There was, however, a happy blend in his composition. He had had a revelation of the Chairman's nature when he noticed the tenderness and solici- tude he invariably showed the aged in- mates and the children. (Cheers.) The qualities of the and the lamb were f'Und in their Chairman. (Cheers.) He was greatly impressed with the order, method, and cleanliness of the House, and recently had attended a service at the House in the capacity of a listener, which was good for a parson sometimes to do. (Laughter.) The transparent honesty shown by the inmates and the atmosphere of spirituality in which the service was conducted had an uplifting effect upon him which lie would never forget as long as he lived. (Cheers.) He concluded with a bardic address which evoked rounds of cheering. The Clerk, Dr. J. R. Jongs, and the relieving officers spoke of the harmony existing amongst all the (officials and of the considerate treatment extended to them by the Board. Mr R G Humphreys and "Caerwvson" in humorous addresses, acknowledged the kind references made to the press, the meeting being brought to a close with the singing of "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau," the solo being taken by Mrs. William Jones.
HARLECH.
HARLECH. Debating Society.—The united Literarv and Debating Society was held on Friday night in the Council School, the Rev D. Davies presiding. The debate of the even, ing was "Should women ho/d public offices?" Miss Griffith, Penybryn, was in favour of the proposition, and Mr Jones Williams against. The latter being un- able to attend., his brother (Mr. Samuel Williams) read the paper and advocated his case. Miss Griffith spoke first, and after both principals had made their open- ing speeches, several members took part in the debate, including Messrs. D. A. Jones, O. Denman, John Thomas (Camb.). Mrs. D. A Jones; against, Mr. W. Lewis, Cwm. and R. Davies. On voting, it was found that eighteen voted for and sixteen against. At the close of the meeting, the Rev. D. Davies announced that his term as president was up and that lie would be flowed by the Rev. W. H. Evans (W.) Golfiing.—A golf match is to be held at the end of the week on the Royal St. David's Links. Several visitors are stay- ing at the St. David's Hotel and private houses. On Monday, the Town Golf Club had a match against bogey, the best score being that of Mr. R. Orthin Jones, one up. The prize was a. plated cup. On Tuesday, they had a foursome match, the first prize-winner being Messrs D. H. Parry, chemist, and R T. Hughes. Concert.—The annual concert was held at the Tabernacle (B.) Chapel on Christ- mas Day. with Captain Wynne Jone's in the chair. The Rev. D. Davies con- ducted. The following took part:—Mr. Pryce Davies, Penmachno: Mr. Davies. Pentrevoelas; Mrs Jones, Llanberis and Miss Evans. Dolgelley. The Ladies' Choir, conducted by Mr. John Owen, also took part. Miss Owen. Castle Cottage, was the accompanist. The chapel was full. as usual, and all present enjoyed a musicaJ treat. Preaching Meeting.—At Tryfar C.M. Chapel, starting on Saturday night, and all day Sunday, the preachers were the Revs. John Evans, Llanfair, Mont., and David Hughes, Trawsfynydd. Powerful sermons were delivered to a large congre- gation. [
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ESGAIRGEILIOG, MACHYNLLETH. Preaching Services.—On Christmas Dav the Independents at the Tabernacl held special services. The Rev R. E. Jones, of Talybont, was invited for the occasion, who preached three eloquent sermons which were much appreciated. In the evening the Calvinistic Methodists of the place gave up their usual services and joined their neighbours at the Tabernacl, by so doing showing practical Christian fellowship.
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