The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

AT THE SCHOOLS. St. David's Day was celebrated in the elementary schools of Cardiganshire on Friday. In Alexandra-road Schools, Aberystwyth, appropriate programmes were gone through under the direction of Mr. D. J. Saer in the boys department, of M iss Lilian M. Davies in the girls depart- ment. and of Miss Samuel in the infants department. The programmes consisted of lessons on the life and work of Dewi Sant. talks on patriotism, notable Welsh- men. and the meaning of St. David's Day. The Director of Education (Mr. Jenki- James) visited the schools and gave an address urging the 'importance of pre- serving the Welsh language. The child- ren. wearing leeks and daffodils and happy smiles, sang Welsh airs. folk songs, and penillion in a manner which, though they were naturally excited, revealed careful training on the part of the teachers. The programmes were arranged in accordance with suggestions approved by the Welsh Department of the Board of Education. In addition to the performances by the various standards, individual items were given by the scholars as follows:—In the boys department. Richard E. Jones, Gwilvm Jones, Arthur Owen, Aubrev Jones, D. J. Morgan, D. Harold Thomas, Arthur and Llywelin ap Gwynn. Elwyn Jones, Idwal Griffiths." Kurfyl Jones, Willy Lewis, Bertie Humphreys, Idwal Enos; in the girls department, Muriel Anthony, Maud White, Gwenllian Saer. Marian Jones, Euronwy Owen, Lilian Jones, Megan and Gwen Jenkins. L. Wright, and Susie Williams. Three were also ex- hibitions of Welsh curios, emblems, draw- ings. utensils, and crafts, and were much appreciated by the parents and others who attended. The proceedings were thoroughly enjoyed and national fervour prevailed among the children. Interest- ing features of the programmes were his- torical playlets and short dramas per- formed by the children. The Mayor and Mayoress. Mr. Robert Ellis, Mr. Jenkin James. 31.A., Capt. and Mrs. Deughtcn, and a large number of parents were present at the celebration. In the Infants School the programme included choruses, recitations, dance, penillion singing by girls in Welsh costumes, and story (dramatised). "Sili Go Dwt." Meiri- ona Richards and Ivor Davies recited. The large number of parents present fully appreciated the efforts of the little ones. The dancing by Gwladys Jones and party, and the dramatised story were much en- joyed. The four children—Maud Davies, Gertie Lewis. Ceinwen Hughes, and Gar- field Anthony-who represented the char- acters in "Sili Go Dwt" were acknow- ledged to be quite clever little actors. Their Welsh costumes and quaint manner caused much amusement. Mr. Kemp addressed the children at the close of the entertainment. At the National School (mixed depart- ment), whose headmaster is Mr. T. Ains- c'igh Jones, careful preparations had been made to produce excellent and artistic details in the programme, which eoljectively and .individually were much appreciated by the large number of visi- tors. The visitors were the Mavor and Mayoress, the Rev. M. Jones' Powell, D. D. (chairman of Managers), and Mrs. Powell, Mr. Jenkin James (director of education). Archdeacon Williams and the Misses Williams, Mr. B. Ellis Morgan. Miss Morgan, Miss Boycott. Mr. D. Sylvanus Edwards, Mr. F. Smith (norma! master, U.C.W.), Capt. Doughton and Mrs. Doughton. Miss Gilbertson (whose gifts to the school are innumerable), and Miss Cooper: the Revs. Evan Williams, Bowen Williams, Arthur Owen, i Edwards, M.A., and Mrs. Edwards, Miss' Mary Williams, Mrs. E. W. Wvnne. Miss Ellis, Mrs. J. Jenkin Jones, Mrs. J. T. Davies. Mr. Ben Jones, Mr. 1. Clayton Thomas. Capt. Thomas, Mr. Williams, Mr Stephenson, and many parents. The school was decorated with daffodils, leeks. and Welsh dragons, huge palms which were placed in profusion throughout the school, vases filled with daffodils, and small bunches of snowdrops, which peeped unobtrusively from tiny glass columns, produced the most artistic effect. A num- ber of the girls were dressed in Welsh costumes and all the boys wore leeks, whose dimensions in some instances caused merriment. The celebration is not merely decorative. For the past few weeks careful and thoughtful teaching had been given in Welsh history, geography, draw- ing and other details, in which the Patron Saint dominated as the central figure. The teachers had made careful drawings. coloured sketches, and summaries of history, so that the blackboards formed an artistic exhibition. An excellent steel engraving of St. David from the Mosaic panel in Saint Stephen's Hall, by Sir Edward T. Poynter, P.R.A., was pre- sented to the school by Doctor Powell and gave great assistance in adding a sense of reality to the occasion. The unique features of the programme were the histronic skill shown by the pupils in the dramatic sketches, the clear enunciation in the recitations, the melodious folk songs, and the individual singing. "The Legend of Devil's Bridge" was an original dramatic sketch by Mr. Owen Thomas, B.A. (honours), who is on the school staff. The acting of Mary Olwen Jones and Daisy Cowley was exceptionally good and re- flects credit on Miss Collins for her clever and effective training. The performance of Shakespeare's "Henry V." Act V, Scene 1. by George Blair, Richard Hop- ton, and Edward Teify Jones was highly appreciated and caused considerable mirth. Teify Jones as "Fluellen" was splendid. The recitation of Mary Olwen Jones was an item of real excellence and the singing of Henry Hughes and Lilian Thomas was of high quality. The speeches of the boys of Standards VI and VII, who gave a biography of St. David, were also applauded, as well as the recitation of R. Stanley Davies. The girls dressed in Welsh costumes were Standard I, Edna Jenkins; Standard II. Ada Roberts, Dilvs Evans, Gertrude Putt; Standard III. Margaret J. Thomas. Amelia J. Bonner; Standard IV, Ethel M. Davies, Elsie M. Jenkins. Edith M. Garner, Bessie Morris. Ada C. Jenkins, Gladys Putt, Dorothy Wi'liams, Evelyn Humphreys, Mary Olwen Jones. Violet Martin, Dorothy Bonner; Standard V, Elsie Hunt, Gwladys Jones, Maud Davies, Lena Lewis; Standard VI, Catherine Olwen Jones, Jessie McPherson, Gwyneth James, Rose Beavan, Mary Lloyd, Winifred Edwards, Laura Catherine Jone: Standard VII, Myfanwy Mary Davies, Margaret Gwen- llian Davies, Gladys Samuel. Elsie Jones, Jrne Mary Edwards. Miss Edith Rowe (staff) made artistic pastel drawings of the leek and Welsh hat and Miss Morgan (staff) and Miss Mrrris (staff) gave valu- able-help to make the occasion successful. The old Welsh spinning wheel and the posing of J. Elizabi-th Morris and Ada Jenkins made a pretty tableau. The penillion sinking of Standard V, taught by Mr. Owen Thomas, gave a characteristic feature to the success of the celebration. The programme was decorated with dracrons and leeks by Marie Garner and Catherine. Olwen Jones brought lovely flags to decorate the walls. Miss Mabel Parry (staff) was -the accompanist and performed her duties with skill. Before the scholars were cTsmissed speeches were made by Dr. Powell (in English) and bv Mr. Jenkin James (n We^h). Dr Powell made appropriate references to the essential characteristics of St. David and eulogised the Headmaster and staff for their efforts in presenting so excellent a programme, which had afforded great pleasure. Mr. Jenkin James made a warm, vigorous appeal for the study of Welsh. Tc commemorate' St. David was to speak his language and read Welsh literature. The Headteacher conveyed the gratitude of the scholars to the visitors and also expressed the apprecia- tion of the staff for the kind and ei couraging words which had been spoken. NATIONAL INFANT SCHOOL. The event was celebrated with much enthusiasm by the pupils of the Infant School. The school was suitably decorated for the occasion, the Red -Dragon and the leek being prominent. A large majority of the girls came to .school in Welsh cos- tume, and were photograph ?d. Later in the morning, Mrs. Jones-Powell, Mrs. Edwards, Miss Gilbert^011, Miss • Cboper, Mis? Enid Ellis Morgan, and others c.are to the school, and the following pi« gramme was gone through:—Recitations, fust class: "Dewi Sant," Eugenia Thomas and Marie Lewis; "Tra Bo, Jennie Daniel and Phyllis Jones; "Cymry Bychain," Reg- inald Davies and Gwen Jones. The first class: Song. "Dewi Sant." Recitations, second class: "r Gymraeg," David Hum- phreys; "BwdwlD;" Margaret Morris; "Ladront" Fach. Gwen Sueneer; "Bos," Sybil Parry; "Alawon Gwlad y Cymro," Ieuan Davies; "Baban," Dilys Davies; "Ogam." Cadvan Evans; "Mr. Nib," Ethel Hughes; "Dydù Gwyl Dewi," Louie White; Y Plentyn t'i Gymraeg," Sid Jones; song, "Cymry Byehain.' The y third class played kindergarten g- mes and sang action songs. After the singing of Welsh patriotic songs, the proceedings ended by the singing of the National Anthem in English.

St David's Day. ABERYSTWYTH The 1st of March falling on Sunday, the annual dinner at the Talbot Hotel in cele- bration of St. David was held on Friday evening. Mr. Cecil Jones, Plaspadarn. made an excellent chairman, and the genial presence of Dr. John Morgan, Pontrhydy- groes, in the vice-chair, ensured con- viviality at that end of the table. The chair was supported by Dr. Edward Roberts, Penywern; the Rev. D. Aeron Jenkins, vicar of Llanbadarn; the Rev. W, Headley, vicar of Llanfihangel C'reuddyn; Captain G. Fossett Roberts, ex-mayor; Mr Roderick Richardes, Penglaise the Rev R. Williams, Penrhyncoch; and Mr. D. M. Davies; and the vice-chair by Mr. Hugh Hughes, Glynpadarn; Mi E. P. Wynne, Mr Arthur Jones. L.C. and M Bank Mr J- B. Kitto, L and P. Bank; and Dr. Bassett Jones. There were also present Mr. T. Tudor Jones, Mr. Henry Roberts, Mr. J Gordon Davies, Mr. T J. Morrison. Mr. Bertram Jones, Ir. A. Hartley, Mr. David Watkins, Mr. Tom Rowlands, Ir. 8 Santall, Mr. James Rees. Mr John Wones Mr T. G. Clements, Mr E Hindlev, Mr. E. Ernest Owen, Mr. T. Lewis Old, Mr. J C. Davies, Mr. H. F. J Evans, Mr W S. Hamer, and others. The Host and Hostess laid before the guests a well-prepared banquet, of which the following was the m#nu Native Oysters. Clear Cock-a-Leekie. Tomato Soup. Severn Salmon. Lobster Sauce. Fried Soles Green Butter. Haricot of Ox Tail. Roast Turkey. Sausages York Ham. Roast Lamb. Mint Sauce.. Sirloin of Beef. Hors? Raddish Sauce. Peas and New Potatoes. Triflles. Wine Jelies. St. David's Pudding Plum Pudding. Compote of Fruit. Dessert and Coffee. The Chairman, in suit; bla words, pro- posed the royal toasts, which were loyally received. The Vice-Chairman proposed the toast of "The Bishop, Clergy, and Ministers of all Denominations," which he said was always well received and was particularly appropriate in a meeting to celebrate Wales's Patron Saint. It was a pity that no more clergy and ministers were present at patriotic functions of that kind, for there was nothing more calculated to foster good feelings than sometimes to sit down together at a festive board. A little fric- tion occasionally was natural even between clergymen and ministers, and perhaps it was not unknown among ministers, as also occurred sometimes between husband and wife; but woe betide the man who attempted to come between them. (Laugh- ter). After all, the triction no doubt was more apparent than real, because in all good causes clergy a nd ministers stood shoulder to shoulder in promoting them, and should there be a social evil they com- bined in combatting it. (Hear, hear). Some people seemed to take a pessimistic view of religion and feared it would die out. Real religion would never die, but would remain as long as there was evil in the world and as long as the mystery of life and death and of existence beyond the grave re- mained unsolved. (Cheers). He coupled with the toast the name of the Rev. W. Hedley. Llanfihang 1. Responding, the Rev. W. Hedley recipro- cated the good Christian feeling and the breadth of view expressed by the Viee- Chairman. Dr Morgan represented Non- conformity, and he (the speaker) the Estab- lished Church. Speaking two years ago. he expressed Ins opinion that before very long all religious denominations, at present more or l?ss opposing armies, would coalesce, finding combined action both Scriptural and in accordance with common sense. (Cheers). Why not? They acknow- ledged the same God. read and reverenced the same Bible. believed the same funda- mental doctrines, practically made use of the same hymns of praise and worship, and. perhaps, clergymen and ministers some- times preached the same sermons. (Laugh- ter and cheers). Was it then natural that they should take up an attitude, if aot of defiance, of cold indifference toward one another? He said that ought not to be. (Hear, hear). At a time when, as in Ger- many, the opinion was expressed that Christ was a myth and that the Gospel could not be substantiated, it was not the time for Christians to squabble about secondary matters, but to join forces in stamping out evil and in promoting true religion and virtue. (Applause). "The immortal memory of St David" was proposed by the Rev. D. Ayron Jenkins, vicar of Llanbadarn Fawr, who, in the course of his speech, portrayed the circumstances of the age in which St. David lived. It was a time .if gieat i- en and of stirring events, the time of Pawl Hen and Ilftyd, and CMog, and Teilio. and Dyfrig, and Deiniol, and Padani, and chief amongst them all Dewi Sant. These men were founders of churches and monasteries which were not only centres of re!igious life. but also of learning and vulture. Speaking comparatively, Wales had never stood on a higher plane than it did in the sixth century and it was little wonder if Wales had adopted for its Patron Saint the central figure in that great period, Dewi Bishop and Abbot of Mynyw. The speaker mentioned the many links which associated Dewi with Ceredigion, and referred to what tradition said about the triumph of Dewi at Llanddewibrefi whore, on the score of hia mighty vocal power, the people elected him forthwith to be archbishop of Wales. If that tradition had any moral at all, it was a moral with a. truly Celtic touch,— that he who shouts the loudest wins the day. He preferred to believe that the secret of Dewi's influence lay not in the power of his vocal chords but "rather in the power of the truths he proclaimed so eloquently. Wales might well be proud of the fact that unlike England and Scotland, which had to import their patron saints from foreign lands, their Patron Saint was a true son of the soil. Dewi stood forth as the ideal TYehJllnan, the Welshman at his best, an example and an rrtspiiation to Welshmen in everv age. The speaker d««cribed the work of David in Wales, and in Cornwall and Devon and in Brittany, and said that his widespread labou"- wore an expression of his catholicitv of heart and mind. Dewi's patriotism was not of the narrow, selfish, and insular kind. The motto of his patrotism wonid not be gain for self, but service for others, service wheresoever opportunity offered. His example taught the great truth that for nations as w ell as for individuals the secret of true abiding greatness was not grabbing but giving. Had Dewi Sant been going iTp and down W ales to-day, no doubt he would see much whereof to approve.— our zeal for education, our still surviving zeal for re- hpon, and our organised efforts on behalf P°or and the diseased. But he! would also see much to censure. His dis- ciplined life of self-denial would be a stern reproof to initemperance and excess of every kind; his shining sinceritv would re- u faUX ^ures «ur public lifo where far too often cleverness was made to serve tor truo and tactics for honestv He would warn us of the danger of educnl tion of the intellect without a correspond- jng education of the heart and consnenc* He would tell us that the worth of nro- gress depended upon whether or not it was consciously directed towards a nobler coal Above all, Dow, would deplore the divisions which tore W«-shmen asunder, and par- ticularly the poisonous bitterness oF our religions strifes. Who could doubt that Dewi would call nnon all the sonV ami daughters of Wales to turn from quarrels to some-thing; more worthv of them. and to iri,g close their ranks to withstand the many fluences which menaced the integrity, and I in some quarters the existence of the* Faith for which he lal>oured AO ardently. Before them, Welshmen of to-day. their J'fitrm Saint stood for union in every relation of life; union based on the firm foundation of truth and love. The present dutlool. in Wales might not be very cheering, but tnen. was no occasion for despair so long as Welsh peop:o continued to cherish the memory of Dewi Sant and the ideals which he represented. 'Applause*. Itilse 1. Mr. Arthin- Jones, proposing • T.1wn and Trade of AI)e-i-stn-i-th the company on last year's record trade. The TorritonrJr zcft a considorahV amount of money, as did also the record number of visitors. Unfortunately, the gea., was s'v -t. and it was advisable to devise some ro«vi- <f extending it. The town was beantr-i'iv ituated, nature having endowed it with choicest gifts: and it remained for the inhabitants to make the best use of those gifts and to do Vint was possible in extending the season. One direction in which th it might be done was in the pre- vision of winter gardens, and if a pavilion could be erected in connection with the National Eisteddfod it would relievo the -ø: "tC.Ã{:ioJ.:Q.QI"jf Corporation from a large portion of the cost. Aberystwyth was not only a water- ing place and health resort, but an educa- tional and national centre, and the pro- vision of a large pavilion, as at Carnarvon, would enable the authorities to invite to Aberystwyth large gatherings and confer- ences wliicn would benefit the town in advertising its attractions and in various other ways. (Hear, hear). He was sure thev were all pleased to hear that week of the project to erect a promenade pier and pavilion, with a landing stage on to which passengers could land from steamers when the tide is low. (Cheers). What was still better than the news, they were given to understand that a strong syndicate was prepared with a capital of P,25,000 to carry out that project. He ventured to say that if the project was carried out it would be a tremendous boon to Aberystwyth, for the steamship passenger traffic was a valuable asset to Llandudno and all watering places where it was in vogue. That being so. he thought it the duty of the inhabitants to do all in their power to support the carry- ing out of the project. (Cheers). He be- lieved that Aberystwyth had a glorious future. As to the immediate future though last season was a record season he believed it would be surpassed this year. It would start by the holding of the A.M.C., when thousands would visit the town, and lie hoped that everybody would endeavour to make such an impres- sion on the visitors that they would go away thoroughly pleased and induce others to visit the town who had never visited it before. (Cheers). Another impending event in the coming season of great im- portance was the formal opening of the golf links and the bringing down, he hoped, of crack players, for he had no doubt the provision of first-class links such as had now been provided at Aberystwyth would be the means of attracting a good class of visitors. The Bowling Green, which had now been put in excellent condition, would also be formally opened, and in addition to that some 10,000 Territorials would be encamped in the neighbourhood of the town, all of which things he thought justi- fied him in anticipating a record season for 1914. (Applause). Mr. James Rees, responding, said that as local industries had decayed the town was now almost entirely dependent on visitors, and as the prosperity and destinies of the town as a watering place were mainly dependent on the Town Council, it was in- cumbent on the ratepayers to return to the Council the very cream of the inhabitants. The Vice-Chairman had referred to dissen- tion among ministers of the Gospel. Dis- sentions were not unknown in municipal affairs, but they were signs of vitality and [energy. A squeak was the first sign of life. (Laughter and hear, hear). He was second to none in his veneration of past saints and heroes, but was not forgetful of present-day heroes who did an enormous amount of service for their fellow man and were making history. A gentleman from Birmingham said the inhabitants did not realize the possibilities of Aberystwyth. It was a good sign that other people realized it, that Cardiff people intended adding to the attractiveness of the town by the pro- vision of a pier and landing stage. He believed it would be a profitable under- taking. (Hear, hear). As had been said, the opening of the Golf Links and the Bowling Green would be some of the most important events of the coming season, and he believed that next year's eisteddfod would be the best in the history of the national institution. (Applause). Mr Hindley also responded, and said he was pleased to see a very determined effort being made, and about time it was made, in economy in municipal affairs, of which the equation scheme was a notable instance. Corporation finances was a rather delicate feubject to deal with at present but he hoped there would be many more efforts at economy and that in a short time the finances of the town would he put on a sound basis. (Hear, hear). Canvassing at elections by candidates and their whes and daughters was most humiliating. Public meetings of ratepayers were preferable, for only the best men would face the rate- payers and thus enable them to make a better selection of members of the Council. When canvassing was abolished, the Coun- cil would be improved and trade would flourish like a green bay tree. (Hear, hear). With regard to the Bowling Club. he thought it should have equality of treat- ment with the Golf Club. There were nothing like the present improved green in Wales, and the Club was an asset of the town an a watering place and pleasure re- sort. lHear. hear). He did not quite see why St. David should monopolise the his- tory of Waies when there were other Welsh heroes such as Owain Glyndwr, David Garn who fought at Agincourt. Captain Flenelin, and the parson. Sir Hugh Wnms, as well as the Tudor Kings who sprang from the W elsh people and did so much to enhance the glory of Great Britain. enhance the glory of Great Britain. (T'heers>. Caotain Fossott Roberts proposed the health of the Chairman, remarking that the chairmanship of St. David's Day cele- bration at Aberystwyth was a cherished honour. He congratulated the Com- mittee on their selection of Mr. Cecil Jones for the chair, and of his old friend, Dr. Morgan, for the vice-chair, the vice-chair being the stepping stone for next year's chair. (Cheers). He remembered the Chairman's respected father, and those who were older than himself remembered his grandfather. Mr. Thomas Jones, the grand old man of Aberystwyth, whose name would be always identified with the town for the part he took in promoting its in- dustries and for his long public services. He was a member of the Town Council, and on more than one occasion was mayor of the town. (Cheers). As the Corporation ol" was considering the extension of the bound- Tries. it was possible that Plas Padarn and Penglaise might be included in the borough,, so it was possible that in the near future their Chair-nan and Mr. Hi charges might be found occupying the honourable position of mayor of Aberystwyth. (Cheers). Their Chairman that evening was a sports- man in every sense of the word, and a successful exhibitor at some of the best shows of dog<? in the country, and shared the honours with his brother. What was to his (Captain Roberts's) mind still more important, Mr. Gecil Jones had accepted a commission in the (Cardiganshire Squadron of Pembrokeshire Yeomanry. (Clwers). He hoped he might long be spared to win the respect and'honour such as were won by his father and grandfather. (Aftisicil honours). The Chairman, responding, said that was the fifty-first celebration of St. David's Day at Aberystwyth, and possibly it was due to the merits of his father and grand- father that he was added to the long and honourable list of chairmen. There was one tning he could say on his own behalf, and that was that he was willing to do what he could for the town and for the district, n'Cheers). He reared, however, that if he was in a position to come out as a member of the Council, a position he was willing to occupy, and if he succeeded in being returned he should only be keeping out of the Council a better man. (Laugli- tet- and "No. no.") Captain Roberts having mentioned his acceptance of a com- mission in the Territorial Force, he hoped that the C ouncil and all interested in Aberystwyth would not look upon the IVrritorials merely as :1 mpaw; of bringing revenue to the town. but would do their duty in supporting the movement and in trying to keep it up to the requirements of the nation. At any rate, all patriotic Welshmen should see that Wales did not fall behind other parts of the kingdom in maintaining its proportionate territorial force. (Applause). The Chairman con- ^I.Pderl by rending communications from Sir Kd'.va.rd Prvse, who had been called awav to London, and from Mr R. E. Jones, Borth, regretting inability to attend the banquet. Mr Hugh Hughes proposed the health of Dr. Morgan, their worthy and esteemed vice-chairman, whom next year they honed to s-(- in the chair. (Applause). Dr. Moi-gan was in the forefront of his profes- sion in est "T k,. He as popular among high and low, rich and poor, a tree patriot, and a kind and genial t' lend. (Cheer--). That was the one dinner or the venr when all sank thru* differences and stood on a co nmon platform to com- memorate their common Patron Saint, and Iw nop-ed that the annual celebration would fontmue to be supported, and particularly h aontlernen who hits passed through the chair. ^Applause). Dr. Morgan humorously acknowledged the triHst and saui He hoped to be able to occupy the ch-jir next year. During the evening capital sr.^oT. u-rro ^nng by Mr. J. Q Davies, Mr ^D. M. Davies who gave two of Hnrrv Clifton's r-ongs and w^s londJy applauded, Mr. Tom Rowjaud-, Lr. Morgan, who admitted that he thought at one tirr" he could sing but Vid lately cone out of practice, Mr. Bert Fvan«, and Mr H. F Evans, who was on a visit to Abervstwvth and not only sang but gave a series of comical ptories* which wer? greatly appreciated. The company broke up about one o'clock in the morning, after a pleasant time.

WELSH CHURCH SERVICE. A special service in commemoration of St. David's Day was held on Monday evening at St. Michael's Church when the Rev. Prebendary D. Watkim Morgan, vicar of Llanelly, preached an eloquent and appropriate Welsh sermon for the occasion. The lessons were read by the Revs. Ayron Jenkins. Llanbadarn, and Z. M. Davies, Lbanfihangel, and the service was taken by the Vicar and the Rev. Evan Williams, curate. There was a large con- gregation, including many Nonconform- ists.

CYMDEITHAS CYMREtC. ABERYSTWYTH. The annual dinner of Aberystwyth Welsh Society was hfc1 at the Waterloo Hotel on Monday night. Principal T. F. Roberts, M.A., presided over an assembly numbering 100. The guests of the even- ing were Mr. David Davies. M.P., Llall- dinam; Professor T. Powel, M.A.. Cardiff; Dr. Davies Rees, Caersws; and Dr. T. R. Parry-Williams, winner of the chair and crown at last year's National Eisteddfod. During the evening appropriate music was sung by Miss Bertha Jones and Mr. J. D. Stephens, accompanied by Mr. J. Charles McLean, F.R.C.O., and harp selections by Mr. Lloyd Roberts. The menu was in Welsh as follows :— BWYD-RESTR. CAWL— Cennin. PYSG- Lledod y Mor wedi eu berwi gyda 111aslyn Morfrwyniaid. Lledod Crasboeth gvda Blaslyn Berdys. SEIGIAu- Eidion Rhost gyda Blaslyn RhyddgyT v March. Oen Rhost, gyda Blaslyn Mintys. Cyw Iar Rhost a Chlun Mochyn Caerefrog. LL YSIEUFW YD- Gwillon. AdfresycR Brwsel, Cennin, C'oroii Newvdd. MELUSION— Poten Dewi Sant, Pasteion Rheonllys, Ffril, Cymysgfwyd o Ffrwythau, Ceuliwyd. Glud Drwvth, Hufenau. FFRWYTHAU— Grawnwin, Bananffrwyth, Afalau, Eurafalau. Grawnsudd Arafia a Ffrwyth Dail China. The Rev. Owen Thomas, London, son of the lats, Rev. John Thomas, said grace, and the Rev. Joseph Edwartis, B.A., re- turned thanks at the conclusion of the meal. After proposing the Royal toasts, the President regretted the absence through ill health of Sir John Williams, whose heart was with them in the reception of their guests that evening. fr. Arthur Hughe- the Town Clerk, and Principal Prys also were unable to attend. He welcomed Professor Powel as a teacher, scholar, and a man, as one of the pillars of Cardiff College, editor of the" Oym- rodor," and one of the founders of the Welsh Language Preservation Society. Professor Powel. who was cordially re- ceived, thanked the company for the re- ception which showed they recognised that he was in full sympathy with the aims and objects of the Society. Many years had passed since he had proposed the toast of St. David. He confessed he knew little more now than he did then aoout the patron saint. (Laughter.) Fact and fiction, history and legend, were so in- terwoven as to make it difficult to sift the material. They were disposed to think that he led a comfortable life as he was reputed to have the ability to solve his difficulties by miraculous means. There' was also reason to believe he was one of, the first total abstainers and therefore would have been amongst them that night. It was certain that St. David was a man of personality and great vigour, who left an indelible impression on his countrymen for all time. (Cheers.) It had been argued that the Welsh nation did not gain by retaining their national characteristics and observances and should unite with the larger nationality, of which they formed a part, and leaving the Welsh language to disuse. Though for a time it appeared as if the Welsh Language Society was a voice crying in the wilder- ness, the language was now taught in the schools and the authorities recognised that bilingual people were keener of intellect than the monoglot. (Hear, hear.) The preservation of a language was an import- ant factor in the preservation of national characteristics and assisted in the develop- ment of the national spirit. Unfortun- ately, they often found that many had a passion for writing before learning language- as instanced by the slipshod Welsh used in certain papers and publica- tions. They were often charged with narrowness and crying "Wales for the Welsh." If it came to that. who had a better right to Wales than the Welsh? These who criticised them, however, for that cry had themselves raised a storm of protest against the appointment of an American manager for an English railway. There was no wish to exclude anyone who had a right to a. post in Wales; but to secure the fittest occupant for the post. Where ether things were equal, the Welsh- men should have the Dicfei-eiiee, especially in the teaching profession where know- ledge of Welsh thought and spirit was essential fc the proper training of the young. (Cheers.) It was said that- the Welsh were not progressive in spirit be-- cause they looked back to the post but it was necessary for a nat ou'to I00E hack te know hew to go forward safely. Thev looked l ack not to their warriors, though many of them deserved admiration but to thpir reformers and religious leaders, men who rescued Wales from its materialism and immortality. Were. they to forget the services of those men it would be unworthy of a nation that respected itself; but what of the future with new avenues opening out in art, com- merce. philosophy, medicine. juris- prudence, and literature, with their per- fected means of intellectual equipment? St. David was a great preacher and it was in connection with the pulpit primarily and its message of enlightenment that Wal es was destined to serve the wider world. Could they but secure leaders such as they had been blessed w'th the future of the nation was assured. (Applause.) Mr. J. D. Stephens sang an appropriate song, composed for the occasion by Mr. Gwynn Jones. In asking Mr. David Davies, M.P.. to propose "The Borough of Aberystwyth and its National and Educational Institu- tions," the President referred to him as a man, though young in years, who had already written his name largely on the history of his country. He was vice- president of the College and a freeman of the Borough, and would prove true to Aberystwyth while Aberystwyth remained true to its ideals. Cbeel-s.) Mr. Davies. whose rising was a signal for a storm of cheering, said Aberystwyth seemed to him the best centre and ex- ponent of the national feeling. Hundreds of young people obtained their education there to equip them to go to the ends of the Empire and to carry those influences with them. He was proud to be a free- man of the borough and was glad to notice the unity and concord which characterised the Council's proceedings under the Mayor's guidance. (Cheers.) The Council was undoubtedly alive to the present and future needs of the town. They had a splendid record as a pub'ic body and he hoped their efforts to secure better rail- way facilities would be successful. Cordial relationship existed between the Council and the Cambrian Railways whose inter- ests to a great extent were mutual. He could not forget the loss sustained by the directors of the Company in the death of Mr. Thomas, the stationmaster, who dis- tinguished himself in many ways and was regarded as the friend of all who came into contact with him. (Cheers.) It was a great loss and the Company were fully sensible of his great services and char- acter. Someone had remarked that Aberystwyth did not cater for the- better c'ass of visitors, only for trippers and Territorials. With better hotel accom- modation and railway service, he hoped Aberystwyth would also be able to cater for a more,, luxurious class of visitors. He iiot,ced with pleasure the cordial co- operation and sympathy existing between the Corporation and the colleges, which .made for the prosperity of both. (Cheers.) The Mayor was a sp'endid combination of town and gown. a sp:endid man of busi- ne^, and a devoted friend and worker in the interests of the College. Aberystwyth had still a great future before t. He believed in the policy of sharing the national iiistitucions and thought it a mistake to run down certain places be- cause they happened to secure what they wanted occasionally. To some the men- tion of Cardiff acted as if there was a bee in the bonnet. (Laughter.) He was for a friendly r-valiy among the various aspirants for national institutions in the spirit shown by a distinguished repre- sentative of Cardiff recently who sug- gested that the appeal for funds for the National Museum should be deterred until the appeal made on behaf of the National Library had been responded to. (Cheers.) The r aim should be the highest interests of Wales as a whole and not a section. He suggesced to the Corporation the need of further efforts to beautify the town and members should visit other places to see the success ot modern town planning schemes as a guidance in the future de- velopment of the town. (Cheers.) The success of the College greatly depended on the way that subjects in the various departments were taught. He believed they should aim at specialising in certain subjects instead of taking too many sub- jects and teaching them indifferently. There should be no rivalry between the three colleges; but a conviction that each constituent college could not excel in all subjects. An. arrangement should be made for each to specialise in certain defined subjects and to offer the best possible course in those subjects so as to attract students. That view was held strongly by the commissioners who recently visited the Colleges to investigate. He also felt there should be more co-operation and co-ordination be- tween the elementary and secondary schools and the Colleges. They found that each now turned in its own little world, under different Government de- partments and with differpnt methods which involved wastage of effort and over- lapping. The aim should be to provide in fact as well as in name a complete ladder, by means of which the clever boy or girl was able to ascend successfully. (Cheers.) The Mayor (Alderman D. C. -Robrets), in reply, said he was grateful to Mr David Davies for his kind reference to himself and the Corporation, who found them- selves after a rather rough period in com- parative calmness. Of course, they had their differences of opinion and. occa- sional^ a storm, but those storms tended to .clear the air. He was more fortunate than a certain mayor in America who was reported to be on strike for an increase in his salary. Aberystwyth was more hon- ourable in that respect and the Corpora- tion allowed the mayor a salary which he was allowed to spend in its entirety or return the surplus with an account of his expenditure. It was an important year for the town. Probably every mayor had the same feeling about his year of office. In one respect every year was important, for on the record of each year the success or failure of fucure years rested, and each year's work was important in so prominent a centre of Welsh national institutions. They were now preparing for the recep- tion cf the A.M.C., of one of the largest friendly societies in the country, and ex- pected about nearly 1,000 delegates. Naturally, much responsibility was en- tailed on those in .charge of the arrange- ments. The civ-Mayor (Capt. Fossett Roberts) and a committee were collecting funds and he was glad to say that Mr. David Davies, with his usual liberality, had contributed Erlo. (Cheers.) He hoped the arrangements would be successful and give the visitors a favourable impression of the town. The town had also ventured to accept the responsibility of holding the National Eisteddfod; but the arrange- ments had to be made this year. on which would depend the success or failure of the Eisteddfod. (Cheers.) Their steady aim was to place the town in the forefront of resorts. The Council, though not per fect, could claim they were animated by the resolve to leave no stone unturned to make the tntrn wnrthv of tb<^ nnfinnnl in- stitutions that they welcomed. nie Ccllege and National Library supple- mented each other in their influences on the life of the country. The College had instituted tutorial classes and Mr. Ballinger had arranged to lend books to those classes and in the name of the town he took that cpporunity to thank them for their successful efforts. (Cheers.) Sir Edward Anwvl, in proposing The Literature and Music of Wales," coupled with the name of his distinguished pupil. Dr. Parry Williams, thanked the Pre- s;dent for his kind references to his approaching departure from the town. Literature and music, he added, were closely allied. One was the expression in language of the feelings of the soul, whilo the other was the expression of the feel- ings and cf the heart. Some countries had allowed their language to die as Greece had done; but Wales, amid its manifold changes, could boast of an ancient literature and language worth preserving and the quality of the modern output was pulsating with lifo and vigour. The music of Wales charmed the world and won the admiration of all musicians. He rejoiced at the successful efforts to rescue the folk songs of their ancestors from oblivion. (Cheers.) Dr. Parry Williams, in responding, said the literature of Wales was a dangerous topic. Wales was so man and all were so familiar with one another that it was a difficult matter for the critic, however well qualified ho might be. to live in'peace and harmony with his neighbours. (Laugh- ter.) Welsh literature was going through a series of tests as regards its outward form and expression but the spirit within was permanent, though the forms in which it was clothed mght change. The poet was more or less a child with a child's feelings and emotions and the critic tended to destroy its spirit and innate charm. He felt assured, in spite of all adverse in- fluence-. and changes, that the future of Welsh literature and music was a bright one. (Applause.) In proposing the toast of <r Visitors'' in a, racv speech which was m'uch applauded, Mr. Thomas Thomas said lie was proud to be asked to propose the toast as a work- man representing the working men. Pro- fessor Powell's contribution to the life of Males were too weli known to require words of commendation. -He had trained men who had and would go forrh to teach ether generations of We1 slim-en and his influence wonkl last for generations, r vine among .t the working class, he (Mr Thomas) found sincere admiration and gratitude toward the Llandinam family and never an envious word. (Cheers.) It had been observed that St. David was cap- able of miracles and they found that the modern David, by writing a single line. transformed the Buarth in Aberystwyth. brought a college into- existence, helped to establish the National Library in the town, and was now engaged in the great- est miracl," of all in ex .rcising from their midst the demon of consumption. (Cheers.) He was a man who consecrated his wealth to regenerate his people. Another favour they were disposed to ask of him was to e"et a summer house in the town and spend a part of the season amongst them. The town would then secure visitors of the very hiThest class. (Cheers.) Dr. Davies R0.S. Caersws. responded and on the PresVlent's proposition a hearty vote of thnnks was accorded the hosts for the catering and arrangements, and to the artistes and accompanists. The meeting was brought to a close by Miss R i'thn Jones singing :"Y Saith_ Rhy- feddo-d" in charming style and leading the assembly in the Welsh National Anthem. Credit is ono to Mr. Edward Williams, ch'ef eon-teh!?. Inspector Edwards, and Mr L.s Thomas for the completeness of the arrangements.

BORTH. There were no absentees at the Council School on Friday. FAerr child arrived .decorated with the national emblem. The "Red Dragon" was unfurled in the school playground, to the accompaniment of "Hen Wind fv Nhadau" one of the school girls singing the solo. During the after- noon the Head Teacher gave an address on St. David. The upper standard child- ren sang several Welsh folk songs, includ- ing (( f1. Bo Dnu," "Y FwyalLaen}" "Gwcw Fach." "Gogerddan," etc. The infants and the other standards also sang songs suitable to the occasion. Several appropriate recitations were given. An interesting feature which the children thoroughly enjoyed was the ceremony of unveiliing of the pctrtraith of (ej)riog, Islwyn, Tom Ellis, and Lloyd George. Short accounts of these and other famous "Welshmen were given. The children were exhorted to be true to their country, their language, and their home.

LLANAFAN. St. David's Day was celebrated by the children of the Council School on Friday, when a programme consisting of Welsh folk songs, recitations, Welsh stories, etc., was carried out. In the morning an interest- ing teature was the planting of a tree, kindly given by the Earl of Lisburne, in the playground by the boys.—St. David's Day was celebrated by the members of the Debating Society on Friday evening. Over fifty members sat down to a supper kindly given by Mr H. H. Herring and Mr. T. J. Edwards, Dolfor, the president. The central room of the school had been beauti- fully decorated for the occasion by the teachers, and presented a pleasing appear- ance. After the good things provided by their hosts had been sampled with relish, a varied programme of songs, recitations, competitions, etc,, arranged by a committee under the direction of Mr W J Evans, com- menced, and an enjoyable evening was spent, the proceedings not terminating till midnight. After amusing addresses by the bards (Mr. J. Hughes, Mr. LI. Evans, J. D. Jones, E. D. Jones, and Joseph Davies)-, speeches were delivered by the President and Mr H. H. Herring, followed by selections on the gramaphone (kindly lent by Mr. Evan Evans), songs were given by Mr Evan D. Jones, Miss L. Ishmael, Miss Lyke, Miss L. Edwards, Miss Bessie Hughes, Edward Edwards, D. Evans, J. Davies, W. J. Evans. Misc A. Evans, Johr, D. Jones, Mr. J Davies, W. Davies, Miss Benjamin, and Miss Parry; and recitations by Joseph Davies, R. Jones, J Davies. and Evan Davies; and a dialogue by Misses Edith Evans and Mary Evans. A male voice, choir, under the leadership A Mr. L'i. D. Jones, sang "Myfanwy," and a quar- tette under the leadership of Mr E. D. Jones sang "Y Bwrthyn ar y Bryn." Mr. Et. D Jones's mixed choir also sang "Pwv Gaiff Ganu Gyda'r Delyn." Prizes in the competitions-were won by Mr R. LI. Jones, Mr J D. Davies, and Mr Johnnie Davies. Hearty votes of thanks were given to the popular president (Mr. T. J. Edwards). Mr. H. fl. Herring, the Misses Edwards, Dolfor Mi(ss Airey, Mifctf Parry, Miss Benjamin, and the other ladies who assisted with the supper, as well as to those who took part in the entertainment, and the officers of J4ho Society, An (I enjoyable St. David's Day celebration ended by sing- ing "Hen Wlad fv Nhadau." M

DEVILS BRIDGE. Cafwyd gwyl de yng!yn a Capel Mynaeh dydd Gwener, i ddathlu Gwyl Dewi, a rhoddwyd croesaw, nid yn unig i blant yr Ysgol Sail, ond i bawb yn y cyleh. Yr oedd amrywiaeth a ehyflawnder o'r danteitliion goi-oti wedi eu darparn, ac ymgynuHodd nife.r mawr i fwynhau yr arlwy. Gwas- anaeth-wyd wrth y byrddau igan Miss Jones, Rheidol House; Miss Morgan, Tyn- lhvvn Miss Lewis, Mount Pleasant; Miss Oliver, Gwarcapel; Miss Lewis, Faengrach; a Miss Morgan, Tynrhyd; a chvnorthwy- wyd hwy gan Miss Jenkins, Glanrhyd; Miss Jones, Gwarfelin; a Miss Davies, Llainfawr. Dan arweiniad Mrs Jones. Post Office, a Miss Williams, Maesmynach, bu y gwragedd canlyhol he'fyd wrthi yn ddiwyd :—Mrs. Lewis, Mount Pleasant; Mrs. Davies, Tycapel; Mrs. Jones, Rose Cottage; Mrs. Jones, Prignant; Mrs. Mason, New Cottage; Mrs. Lewis, Faen- grach; Mrs. Mason, Smelting Cottage; Mrs. Davies, Tymawr; Mrs. Richards, Ysgoldy; Mrs. Evans, Bwlchcrwvs. Dilyn- wyd y wledd gan gyngherdd ystadleuol. Trefnwvd y eyfHrfod a sicrhawyd gwasan- aeth v cantorion gan Mr. Jenkin Lewis a Mr. D. D Lewis, Mount Pleasant, a Mr. T. Lewis Jones, Rheidol House, yr hwn hefyd fu yn llafurio i baratoi v plant i ganu ac adrodd. Cafwyd cyfarfod; ardder- chog, ac y mae ytri brawd i'w llongyfareh -It- y llwyddiant ddilynodd eu trefniadau. Cafdd Ilawer o'r gynulleidfa, am v tro cyntnf, y plieser o wrando ar y dadganwr. Mr D. Jones, Cymmer. Yn ystod ei Vill- weliad a Chwmystwyth, mae Mr Jones wedi bod vn garedig a pbarod i wasanaetbu yng- nghyngheoddau y cylch. Nid oes nely wedi enyn mwy o edmvgedd ac o ysbryd- iaeth, gerddorol yn ieuenctvd y gymydog- aeth er ys blynyddau. Gv.dn'i lais da. ai fieistrolae-th drylwyir arno y mae wcvH rhoddi esiampl benigamp iddynt. Oanodd Miss Claudia Oliver, Cwmystwyth, yn rvmus ac effeithiol, ar un modd adrocM- wyd' gan Miss Janet Davies, Tymawr. Ni chlywvd Baiti Meibion Trisant, dan ar- wyd gan Miss Janet Davies, Tymawr. Ni chlywvd Barti Meihion Trisant, dan ar- weiniad Mr. Joseph Jones, Brontrisant, mewn gwell cywair a. hwvl; Parti Rhosy- gell, dan arweiniad Mr.' W D Thomas, 1" fvnonlas, a ganodd yn naturiol a melus. fel arfer. Cafwyd annerchiadau pwrpasoi gan y Jrarcm 1. H. Williams, Ystumtuen, a'r Parch, i. Gabriel Hughes. Pontrhydy- groes -jwasanaethwvd fel beirni'ad gan Mr J. D. Lewis, C.M.. Cwmystwyth, ac aetn drwy ei waith yn y modd mwvaf ayddorol ac addysgiadbl. Y llywydd oerfd y Parc.i. 1. Mason Jones, Trisant a r'vf2Ï1- iwycl yn ddeheuig gan Miss Kitty'Morgan, TynTlwyn. Wele'r rhaglen a. I'her-tr y bucldugwvr:—Can agoriiadol ac unawefcu gan An-. D Jones, Cwmystwyth; annerch- 'l,?an y Llvwydd; adroddiad gan Annie Wiuiaiii^, Penbrynliir. Cvstadleuar-th adrodd, 1 blant dan 10 oed:*l, Blodwen Morgan Gantrisant; 2, Kate Louisa! L-jOyd, e llanfecrW. Rhanganau, P.* ;> Kuosygell; unawdau. Miss Claudia Oliver Cwmystwyth adioddiad, David Lewis j'.vans, Bwlchcrwvs. Cystadleuneth unnwd dan 16: 1, Gwyneth Richards; 2 -VIT V Smelting Cottag. Adroddiadau. Miss Junet. Davies, Tymawr: rhanganau gan Barti Trisant. Cv-tad leuaeth adrodd i blant dan 16: 1, r:miiv, Anno Mason 2, Beryl Lloyd. Penlonfedw -Ctll unawd, i b!ant dan 10: ] Lily May Lloyd Penlonfedw; 2, Katie Lloyd, lenlonfedw; 3, Annie C'eridwcn J vans, Lwichcrwrs. Dadl. Em-lvs Llovd enlonxedw, a David Lewis Evans Bwlch- crwys. Cystadleuaeth, deuawd i blant dan r 1. if-\nT L1°vd. Penlonfedw. a f 1 T? iara £ i2' Knii5-y Ann a betvl Lloyd. Rhangan, p;irti M'vna«h dan arweiniad Mr T. Lewis Jones, RhndoT ij.oti.so_ C'\st<ulleuac-yfch, atcjb cT»rostuvnau tL'V>3S dan 12: h Lilv Mav L-oyd, Penlonfedw; 2, Annie Ceric1 won „ mis -«•]( hcrwvs. Cysta dleuaeth. da r- Ilpn r-nyfyr: 1, D D. Lewis, Mount leasant; 2, John R. Evans. (Bwlchcrwvs. Pencil stitch o fuwoh: 1, Jennv Llovd, Penlonfedw; 2. D. Etnrys Davies", Bron- waun. Desgrifio gwrtliidrych Jicb ei emn;: 1. Gwyneth Richards. Areithio vn arlifyfyr: Mr. Jonkin Lewis, Mount t'leusasit. D'iolchwyd yn gynes i bawb gan Mr. Jenkin Lewis a Mr. D. Jones, Post oVifcte. Cyn ymadael, tinodd pan-v, dan arweiniad Mr. D. Jones, i ganu "Hen Wlad'fy Nhadau."

ABERAYBON. MT. Laniri Jenkins, C.M., headmaster of the Council School, who was well sup- ported by his assistants, Miss Olive Jones, C.M., M.ss Davies, infant school mistress, Miss Jennie Rees, and Miss OLve Evans, gave the children and the public on Thurs- day a fine programme 10 ce.ebrato St. David's anniversary. The programme was as follows and it was literally fol owed. Miss Olive Jones, Miss Aeiona Jones, and Miss Olive Evans were the accompanists — Anerchiad arweiniol gan y Cadeirydc?; eydgan, "Saf dros v Gw;r," y Plant; paratoad ar gyfer y ddrama; adroddiad, "Ceninen Gwyl Dewi," Dosbarth y Babanod; can a ehvd- gan, "Hob y Bern Dando," Merchec? Dos- barth V; drama, Caradog ger broil yr \merawdwr Claudius," Dosbarthiadati I, II, III, a IV; adroddiad, "Gwyl Dewi." Merched Dosbarth 111; can, "Dewi Sant," Merehed Dosbarth IV; anerchiad gan y Parch D. Lewis Rees, B.D. can, "Cymry bychan idym," v Babanod; drama, Ymadawiad Arthur," Dosbarth V; adroddiad, "Arthur Frenin," Dl. Gwynn Meas; can, "Cvvyd dy Galon (old folk song), Edna May Davies; anerehiad gan Mr. E. O. James, M.A. can, "Nos Calan, Merched Dosbarth VI a VII; adrcddiad, "God save the People," Dosbarth VI a VII; can, "Dolr" (old folk song), y Plant; dadieni llun Mr. Tom Ellis, A.S., gan y Cadeirydd; can," Chwifio'r Cadach Gwyn," Miss Aerona Jones diolehiadau, etc., Yr Ysgolfeistr drama, "Arwisgiad Tywysog Cwmru yng Nghaernarfon," Dosbarth Vi a VII; "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." The Chairman (Mr. J. M. Howell, J.P.), in unveiling a portrait of Mr. Tom Ellis presented by Miss Olive Jones, said the authorities and staff of the school had shown a fine sense of disci imination and a cathoLc taste in selecting men whose por- traits or medallions' adorned their walls. The two men whose portraits were first hung were Ceiriog and Islwyn. After that he had had the privilege of present- ing bronze medallions of Baitour, Asquith, and Lloyd George. He believed they would all agree that those selections were judicious, the addition of a fine portrait of Tom Ellis was a choice whicn they would all commend. He was the first blossom of the new Wales in which they lived. He was the first Welshman in the true sense who had the honcur of occupy- ing high place in a ministry and that a ministry of Mr. Gladstone. He was a son of a Welsh farmer. He carved his own way from liala and Aberystwytn to Ox- ford, graduated there, became a member of Parliament for his native county 01 Merioneth, an unprecedented fact herald- ing the, days of emancipation, and became a statesman of no mean order. He loved his people, their language, and their homes. He opened up viscas for them in culture, art, and learning. He died at the age of forty years and left an im- perishable memory. Perhaps it was best, that their ideal leader did die young, so that they might be able to depict lnni and the cause he represented as possessing the vigour of perennial youth. Mr. E. O. James, M.A., spoke on the import cf the celebration and on the value of the Welsh language. The Rev. D. Lewis Rees, B.A., B.D., invited the children to help in the crusade which has its object to wipe out con- sumption. Mr. Jenkins, in proposing a vote of thanks to the Chairman, the speakers, and the performers, referred in special words of thanks, to the services of Miss Olive Jones, who had designed and provided the costumes- and regalia for presenting the dramas of Caradoc before the Emperor Claudius," "The passing of Arthur," and "The Investiture of the Prince of Wales." There was a large and appreciative audi- ence. The meeting was closed by the singing of "God bless the Prince of Wales" and the National Anthem.

LONDON. "LLSH NATIONAL BANQUET IN LONDON. The annual Welsh banquet was held at the Hotel Cecil on Saturday evening, covers, being laid for 400. Lord Reading, K.C.V.O., lord chief justice, was the guest of the evening. Mr. John Lewis presided, supported by Lord Reading, Mr. Llewelwi Williams, K.C., M.P., \1r.. Eilis Jones Griffith K.C., M.P., and Mrs. Grnhth, Mr John Hinds, M.P., and Mrs. Hinds, Sir Alfred Mond and Lady Mond, Sir D. Brynmor Jones and Lady Brynmor Jones, Miss Lloyd George, Mr. John Hugh Edwards, M.P., Mr. Williams Idris, J.P., Sir Vincent Evans, Dr. Lynn Thomas, O.B., Mr. Howell J. Williams, L.C.C., Mr. Wm. Lewis (chairman of the Committee), Mr. Philip Williams (treasurer), and Mr Evan Richards and Mr. Hugh Fughe Roberts i (the hon sees.) Mr. H. Pughe Roberts read letters of regret from the Chancellor of the Exchequer" Lord Glantawe, Mr. Bonar Law, Mr. John Burns, Sir John Simon, Mr Austen Chamberlain, Mr Justice Darling, Judge Parry, Major-General Sir Francis Liovd. Mr. Walter Roche, M.P., Mr Aneurfn Williams, M.P.. Lady Howard, and others. Mr. Ellis, Griffith, M.P., proposed the toast of Our Guest," and said it was th* highest honour the Welsh community in London could pay him was to ask his lord- ship to hc- the guest of the evening: at that aniLual Welsh festival. Lord Reading tlnnmed the Welsh people for the great honour bestowed on him,, which he much appreciated,; a-u! Ül a speech which was received with much enthusiasm spoke highly of the great quali- ties of the Welsh people—a small nation, but still a great nation. Sir Brynmor Jones, M.P., proposed the toast of "Cymru," to which Mr Llewelyn Williams, M.P., respondod. Throughout it was a characteristically Welsh gathering, with a, Welsh menu and Welsh songs, with harp solos by Miss Dorothy Davies of Cardiff. Tiie arrange- ments; were carried out with every saisfac- cion. on behalf of the Committee., by the, .joint hon. secretaries (Mr. Evan Richards tc and Mr Hugh Pughe. Roberts).

'IXANOB- Correction. word "trwy" was omitted last week in the last line but one Bit the- successful stanzas at Pennant eis- teddfod. Si David's Day.-—The children of the Council School held a concert to themselves Vast Friday afternoon to celebrate St. David's Day. The pieces given were those for which the scholar'- had won hc numerous local eisterldfodau in the district. Sad Death.-lis.s Nellie Evans,, daugh- ter of Mj. Evans, Pen vie, died on Tuesday afternoon, of pthisis, at the age- of fourteen years. This I" Third death in the family within the year. The mother only predeeea-sed her by a few months. Great sympathy is felt for the family in their sad time of trial. ti 'al.

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CORRESPONDENCE. ALCOHOL AS A STIMULANT. Sin,—The reply of Mr. D. Lewis to my last letter leads one to think that he desires to discuss the whole of the drink question through your columns, though he says that he fears to trespass on your S,r;ac»e. As he fej eoiitinualiiy shjftinj? ground, I do not purpose following him in his wanderings, but to pin him down ter definite statements which I challenged as being mis representations. My purpose in writing, has always been to expose such unwarranted statements. I have asked him to establisn the proposition that drink is the cause of nearly all serious crime by proving that as convictions for drunkenness increase so does, crime increase, or vice, versa. This lie has failed to do.' I must therefore decline to continue until he has given a straight answer to the following: — (a), Ts it not a fact that crime is oh the increase, and drinking is on the decrease' (b), Are not Mohammedan nations the most abstemious, and can he say that they are almost crimlr>'s? (c\ Does he deny the truth of Mr. Thomas Lander's inquiry into the longevity of moderate drinkers—an enquiry made into every case of extra- ordinary longevity as reported in the news- papers during part of last year? (d) Doe;? he deny that insanity is on the increase and that drinking is not ? These proposi- tioris, your correspondent must admit or prove that they are wrong. In conclusion, allow me to state that T make no -ittemot to minimise the evils of excels; but I do protest against gratuitous insults to persons of moderate habits. Yours etc., ALFRED PARRY. Newtown.

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