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ABERAYRON. Fishing.—Water Bailiff Davies reports that the fishing on the Ayron expired last Friday. Trout fishing has been very poor owing to the dry weather; but salmon fishermen had fair sport. Over 700 sewin have been caught. Salmon were few in number. The heaviest was nine and a ha ;f pounds, caught by Air John Evans, Peniel- lane, with minnow. Several expert fisher- it men visited the Ayron during the season —from Cheltenham, London, Solihull, Weymouth, Caerphilly, Greenwich, Devon, shi'v'e, l^'ottinghan^, Llandrrndod Welfc, Bristol, and Swansea. They enjoyed their visit greatly, but had little sport owing to lack of water.

The Funsi-a' cf Mr. Watkan Jamas. The funeral of Air. Watkin. James took place on Thursday, November 12th. His remains were interred in the grave of his wife at Henfynyw Cl-tur,chyard. Th(,o was a vast funeral procession, represent- ing diverse interests and diverse classes from a widespread area. A noticeable feature was the extraordinary attendance of people from Llanybjther, which was a remarkable tribute of sympathy and re- spect for the Rev. David James, the i-n i eldest son of the deceased, who is minister of Rhydybont Congregational Church. Tho chief mourner- who occupied five mourning coaches, were Miss James, duaghtsr; the Rev. D. James and Mr. Dannie J. James, sons; Alessrs. Evan air y dames, Pendrynbaeh, and Thomas James, brothers; Airs John Jonathan, Mydroilyn, sister. Other relatives present were Mr. W. M. James, CI.M.. Shotton; Mrs. E. Evans, Red Lion, Llanarth; Air. and Airs Williams, Llandyssul; Mrs.. Lewis, Lone; Airs. Jones, Neuaddlwyd; Mr. Wat lean Jones, Ynys; Mr Morgan, P-iirhiwceib"; Mrs. and Miss Alorgan, Talbot Hotel, Tregaron; Airs Lewis, Lampeter; Mi's. Owen Glendcrwer, Albert-street. Officiat- ing at the house were the Rev T. Gwilym Evans, assisted by the Rev Spencer Jones, B.A., Aberduar. At Henfynyw the Revs- T. M. Williams,-iB.A., and Evan Lewis. Other ministers present were the RcVs. T. D. Thomas, Llanon; Thomas, Llwyncelyn Ton]as Hughes, Llanarth; B. Carolan Davies, Tynygwndwn; D. Lewis Rees, B.A., B.D.. Mr. Humphreys (B.), Mr. Jenkins (W.), Rees Humphreys Jenkins. In tho procession were most of the public and professional moi of the district.

PENPARKE Mission Church.—A concert was held at the Mission Room on Friday. Though the weather was rough and wet, the room was full. The artistes were the Misses Jones, South-road, the Misses Lewis, Great Dark- gate-street, Miss Alyfanwy Ellis, North- gate-street, and Mrs. Williams, Rheidol- terrace, Penparke. Penillion singing was given by Mrs. J. T. Jones, Aberystwyth, and two xielgian guests took part in the programme. The meeting was closed by a sketch performed by the Misses L. J. Jenkins, Miss Mary Jones, Miss Lizzie Davies, Mr. John Jenkins, Penparke, and Air. A. Pateman, Llanbadarn. After the meeting those who took part were enter- tained to refreshments in the Darllenfa which was kindly lent by the Committee. The chairman was Mr. R. Richards, M.A., Gwarfelyn, who contributed liberally to- wards the fund. The pianist was Mr. Clements, Little Darkgate-street. The proceeds were devoted to the Prince of Wales and the Belgian relief funds.

CORRBSPONrDENOBL CORPORATION CHARGES ON SHOP- KEEPERS. J SIR,—The Chamber of Trade recently' approached the Council in order to induce them to permit stalls to be placed in Great Darkgate-street and adjoining streets during the Noveraber"faii-.s as was done in former years. For placing goods alongside of these stalls several tradesmen have had to pay the Council for taking advantage of the occasion to make a little extra display. In other seaside towns, the authorities do not take such a niggardly view of their duties. Is it necessary for the Borough Surveyor to come round to tradesmen's shops with a two-foot rule, measuring the space occu- pied by some of these goods when the Market Superintendent is quite com- petent to do the work ? The time the Sur- veyor takes to do this, I should think, could be employed in doing more import- ant work. It would also obviate the in- crease of labour for which shopkecping ratepayers have to pay and which we should not grudge if it was necessary Yours faithfully, GRIFFITH ELLIS.

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SSACHYMMsBTB I Sugar Set-t.-Partic-Lilars appear in our advertising columns of the public meeting to be held at the Town Hall next Wednes- ^KacruiTins Meetings.—On Monday even- ing a recruiting meeting was held at Llanwrin under the auspices of the Mont- gomery County Council. Mr. Hughes, J.P., "Mathafarn, presided over a large audience composed of men for the most part ov^r tho eligible principal speakers were Sir Watcyn Williams-W ynn, Burt., and Mr. Richard Jones, C.C., Pen- dinas. Sir Watcyn, in words of deepest gravity, vividly impressed on his audi- ence the extreme seriousness of the crisis through which our country is passing, and of the extrome need of the empire for more men at once in order that we may maintain the independence which we had held along the generations, and for which our fathers shed their blood so ungrudg- ingly. We are fighting, ho said, for our hearths and homes as much as France and Belgium are doing; but we have not yet thrown our full quota of men into this colossal struggle. We have only 300,000 men in the field as compared with France's three million, and we must have more men—the sooiler the better for a speedy victory. Unless get them vol- untarily the only expedient to fall back upon is conscription. Lord Kitchener must have the men, and Parliament must find them for him. Sir Watcyn did not like conscription, but in face of the pre- sent apathy of the young men it would have to be resorted to unless recruiting improved very soon. All he asked for from Llanwrin was ten men. that was the number the county required of them. The highest military authority in London told him that it was a certainty that sometime Kngland should be invaded by the Germans. They would choose their own time and their own place to land. Ultimately, however, they would land and unless Britain was '1' t' prepared for them her tate would oe iar worse than that of Belgium. Germans hate England bitterly; far worse than they hate either France or Belgium. There was no need for him to tell the in- habitants of Llanwrin what the fate of their loved ones would be if German bar- barians overran the country. It is tho dutv of every eligible young man in the country to enlist immediately while there is yet time to prepare for the invading hosts. Every eligible relative of his was serving his country and but for his age and health, he also would be on active service His last words were Let us have the men now to defend our homes and avoid conscription." Mr. Richard Jones, I Pendinas, spoke in Welsh and impressed no I less fervently on his hearers the gravity of the situation. The county had yet to raise 900 men in order to reach the stand- ard expected from it by the War Office. Toward the end of the meeting a vote of thanks to the speakers was proposed by the Rev. Mr. Lloyd (rector) and seconded by the Rev. John Williams (C.M.) No recruits came forward in tho meeting, but it was hoped the soeeehes would bear fruit later. An excellent meeting ter- minated with the singing of "Hen "1ad fy Nhadau." A similar meeting was held at Esgaireiliog on Tuesday evening, Mr. William Jones, C.C., Goeddol, presiding, The Chairman in his opening remarks ex- plained the causes of the war. Dr. Edwards, J.P., Cemmaes-road, afterwards addressed the meeting. His main reason for the backwardness èt recruiting in rural Wales was the attitude of religionists. Nonconformist ministers had for genera- tions preached against militarism and taught their congregations to look down upon everything military. They would, he said, talk unceasingly on paltry poli- tical questions, remaining mute when questions involving the very safety and existence of Gieat Britain were discussed. Why should the pulpit remain dumb when Britainvery existence depends upon its doing its utmost to impress upon the people the gravity of the times P At Esgergeiliog again no immediate fruits of the meeting were forthcoming. The meet- ing terminated with the singing of "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." Another meeting was held at Cemmaes on Thursday evening. Lecture.-A- lectiire was delivered at Maengwyn (C.M.) Schoolroom on Wednes- day evening by Mr. J. Robinson, Pwll- heli. Mr. Hugh Davies, chemist, presided. The subject of the lecture was one of great interest to Machynlleth Methodists —The -Ilc-v. y Thomas Hughes, Machyn- lleth." There was a large and interested audience. The proceeds will be devoted to lessening the debt of the Poplar-square (C.M.) Mission Chapel. Temperance Meetings On Thursday afternoon a temperance lecture was de- livered to the local members of the B.W.T.A. by Miss Pritchard, Oswestry, after which tea was partaken of at the Glyndwr Institute. In the evening, Miss Pritfihard lIgain delivered a lecttire at Graig Schoolroom before a largo audience. Miss Pritchard optimistic views of the l temperance movement gave the members fresh energy to face the problems of the future with hopes of ultimate success as a reward of their work. Hasty Recall.-The local members of the Territorial Force, who have for the past few months been in training, re- turned home rather unexpectedly at mid night on Sunday for what they thought forty-eight hours leave before going on foreign& service. They had hardly had time to get into their beds before a mes- sage came recalling them. Inspector Davies aided by P.O. Hammond informed the disappointed Terriers" that they were to prepare for departure at once1. Captain Pric, son of the. Reccor (the Rev. C. P. Price), who has lately been appointed acting adjutant of the 7th Battalion, left by the nine train; and the remainder of the company entrained disappointed, but not undaunted, at ten o'clock. A large crowd of friends accompanied them to the Station and they were given a hearty send- off. It is understood that they have not yet left camp and are still ignorant of the cause of their sudden recall.

LLANON. Interment. -After ailing for some months, Miss Lizzie Jane Evans, of Sunny Cottage, passed away la-st Friday at the ago of thirty-one, and was interred at the Parish Churchyard on Wednesday after- noon, the Rev. D. Lewis, vicar, officiating. The chief mourners were Mrs Anne Evans (mother), Mr. T. Evans, Mr. John Evans, and Mr. Henry Evans (brothers), and a number of near relatives. A great con- course of people attended to show sym- pathy with the bereaved. m-nimuwi

ABERYSTWYTH RED CROSS DETACHMENT. LECTURES in connection with the Red Cross Detachment will commence at the POOR LAW INSTITUTION, On Friday Evening, Nov. 20th, by Dr. BONSALL, commencing at 7 o'clock P. M. ALL ARE INVITED. z960 IMPORTANT NOTICE. THE GREAT National 6!d. Bazaar, 2 WILL RE-OPJSN On SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28th (FOR A SHORT TIME ONLY). AT THE SALEROOM COLISEUM, ABERYSTWYTH. With a new stock of useful and ornamental goods and household requisites. Also a grand display of Toys and other Pre- sents suitable for the Christmas trade. Inspection Invited. Admission Free. No one pressed to buy. z954 —-—9 UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF THE MAYOR AND CORPORATION OF ABERYSTWYTH. THE RHEIDOL UNITED CHOIR ARE GIVING A Benefit Concert To Mr. D. J. DAVIES, Locksmith, Corporation Street. Member of the above Choir, and the lnoal Fire Brigade, who has been unable to follow his usual occupation for several months owing to illness, at THE COLISEUM, On WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2nd, 1914 Doors open at 7-30, to commence at 8 o'clock. For further particulars see poitera. z952 University College of Wales, Aberystwyth, Musical Club. A CONCERT Will be held in the EXAMINATION HALL of the College On Saturday Next, 21st Nov. at 8 p.m. The following Artistes have kindly offered their services :— Madame ANDRE BARBIER (Pianist), Miss BERTHA JONES (Vocallist), M. HENRI DELANGE (Violin), M. TURBOUR (Viola), M. DELOBELLE ('Cello). Proceeds in aid of the Welsh Hospital at Netley. I -LJ. :-fl41 1 B I TABLJL ALE J9a .1JA i JJ I Supplied in Screw-Stoppered Bottles. t k A. wholesome Ale, strongly recommended for family use. ————————————————.——— 8 BOTTLED BY IDd ROBERTS & SONS, Ltd., B HEWERS, ABERYSTWYTH. fao B HEWERS, ,¡,¡ \s ..&I. ABERYSTWYTH. fao œÆJf¡rl '-811 For the Troops. 1Io:! GREY ARMY Blankets c, 54 x 90 inches. MADE TO GOVERNMENT SPECIFICATION. F 8/6 each. SPLENDID VAT .TTTP, THOMAS ELLIS & Co., Terrace Road, Aberystwyth TEL. 61. b- MEMBER OF TD WATKINS, PLUMBER AND DECORATOR, 7, Custom House Street. Workshop-Sea. View Place, STORES FOR MANTLES, GLOBES, SHADES, Etc., of all kinds and at all prices. Also ELECTRIC LAMPS. 8a, TERRACE ROAD. _n_- STEAM SAW MILLS, ABERYSTWYTH. R. ROBERTS and SONS, TIMBER AND SLATE MERCHANTS. EVERY DESCRIPTION OF JOINERY DONE QUICKLY AND CHEAPLY. OARS' and BOATS' SAILS made on the Premises also all kinds of SACKS, COAL BAGS, &a, ESTIMATES GIVEN. JOBBING DONE: FELLOES, FOR CART WHEELS, TRAPS, AND OTHER VEHICLES. Mi I —1 To your Friends in I the Army. I You cannot send a more accpptable I and useful present than a Tin of LIVER ANDRE S SALT I which is peculiarly effective when, owing to change of climate, change of water, change of food, the system is not injworking order. Tins 4d. and 8d. Of Chemists and Grocers, SCOTT & TURNER, Ltd., I N ewcaetle-on-Tyne. I TUTORIAL SCHOOL, NEW QUAY. Conducted by D. O. JONES, liat. Arts (Lond.), and A. G. WEBBER, B.Sc., (Hons.) FIFTY Successes during last School year, including London, Walee, Victoria and Lampeter Matrics, Cambridge Pre- vious, Oxford Responsions, etc., Centre for Preceptors and Cambridge Locals. Classes during Easter and Summer Vacs For list of successes, few, ate,, apply as above. y&i6 IF YOO WANT TO KNOW WHAT WILL HAPPEN IN 1915 GET MR 0% RAPHAEL'S ALMANACK It is the greatest of all prophetic publications and forecasts the destinies of nations as well as individuals. IT CONTAINS A PROPHECY FOR YOU! Buy a copy to-day from your Bookseller, or post free 7d from W. FOULSHAM & CO., 5, PiiGRi* STBEKT LOVDOK, E.G. z782 nMmrsrospg, 42, TERRACE ROAD, ABERYSTWYTH, THE Shop for all kinds of BOOTS AND SHOES Ab the Lowest Possible Prices. RJLPAIRS promptly and neatly done OB the prt wis eg with the besli bark-tanned Leathnr

itfh£it ntrtage6 mtà jiraihg- BIRTHS. Evton.—November 9ih, at Idristerrsce, Dolgelley, the wife of Mr F. Eyton, of & daughter. Hollier. -November 13th, at Commerce House, Aberystwyth, to Mr and Mrs Frect Holl ier- (Wolverhampton), a dnuorhter. MARRIACES. Arn field-Brid gen. -November 10th, at. Holy Trinity Church. Birchfiekl, Birmingham, Mr George R. F. Arnfield, youngest »on of t,he Jate Mr George Arnfield, Glyndwr Buildings, I)olgeliey. nnd Miss .Tennie L. Bridgen, daughter of Mr and Mrm T. E. Bridgen, Heath field Road, Birmingham. Hc-rb,e.rt-.T,vnle-s. -Ott November* 4th, at the Register Office. Aberayron, before Mr. John M. Howell registrar, Mr. Thomas Herbert, Pantygwartheg, LI an- licitaiarn, fanner, and Miss Esther J amos, Penarfaoh, Llandysilio-^ogo. DEATHS. .Tarnc.s. -On Monday. 16th Nov., Mr^Albert Llewelyn James, of Brynawelon, Llanon, ,tged 21. Pughe.-November 18th, at 76. Scavrfell Street, Hackney Road, London, in Irs 20th year, Griffith Pughe. son of Mr and Mrs G. Pughe. Printed by J. Gibson, and Published by him in Terrace-road, Aberystwyth, in the County of Cardigan; at Ll. Edwards, Stationer, High-street, Bala; and John Evans and nephew, Stationers. Glanymof House, Barmouth, in the County ol Merioneth; and at David Lloyd's Port- madoe, in the County of Carnarraot Friday, November 20th, 1914.

ilp mib go ton the (Eoafit. NO FllENCR HEBB. A student at a Welsh Theological College was engaged recently at a little chapel in a rural district. The leading deacon before the service commenced in- timated that, owing to the illness of the precentor, the outlook for the musical part of the service waa a gloomy one. The student, who knew music and could sing, assured the deacon that he would do his best to make up for the absent precentor, and the service proceeded. The singing of the first hymn, however, re- solved itself into a solo by the preadioi- preoentor, the tune chosen being evidently unknown by the congregation. Prior to giving out the second hymn, a whi&pored colloquy took place between the preacher and the deacon to the following effect: 1l Preacher: Do you know'French' {meaning the hymn-tune knoxn by that ■name). "Gwarchod pawb," replied the deacon, "French indeed; very few of us know English, Jet alone French. No French is spoken here; no, indeed." ABOUT ADVEBTISINQ. There is nothing more common in these days than advertising. Countries adver- tise, towns advertise, firms advertise, individuals advertise. There are many ways of advertising and, as far aa business is concerned, the best way is to conduct business in a perfectly honest manner. One of the worst ways is to conduct the business in dishonest ways and to advertise it widely in newspapers and by means of posters and pamphlets. Newspapers sold at a. halfpenny or a penny could not continue to exist without advertisements. There are very cunning advertisers who have to be most carefully watched. They put their trust in the care- lessness of the advertisement clerks and manage to get a good many insertions for nothing. The skill exercised is very great. Then there are the adver- tisers who send us advertisements at the lowest possible prices and ask for the insertion of long paragraphs in the news columns at no price at all. Another class of advertisers ask for their advertisements to be taken out. Then if they are taken out an order is sent to re-insert them, but if they are not taken out then when the next billi is sent the advertisers call the newspaper proprietor's attention to the order for withdrawal. There is another plan. When an adver- tisement is sent it is ordered to be put in a certain position. If the "maker-up" of the newspaper puts it somewhere else a letter is at once received to say that it will not be paid for. Owning a newspaper is certainly not a form of bliss, I can assure my readers, but probably no form of business is quite bliss- Jul. Even shopkeepers havo difficulties— fruiterers, for instance. The fruit may decay, or those who buy it may not pay for it. If I was going to make a world with newspapers in it, I would only agow rich people to run the newspapers. Of course, newspapers are wonderful things, and advertisements are full of most useful lessons. A MILLION WANTED. A million men are still wanted in the fighting line. Even Mrs. Pankhurst must see that this demand Oil men explains the position of women, politically and otherwise. All down the ages men have fought while women were passive. In past ages one of the great struggles was for the possession of women. It was not then the fault of women that they did not fight, nor is it their fault now. They are passive, while men are aggressive. I have been trying to imagine a million women going to war, but I cannot do it. If women cannot fight, how are they xo hold their own against the Gorman Emperor? Women have allowed freedom to pass from tJlem just as freedom would pass from them now if it were not for the militant spirit of men. What would be the use of asking women to go and be slain in war by hundreds of thousands? I do not mean that there are no women who would not fight. My contention is that there is an essential difference in the combative tendency of women and men. When national relationships do not depend on combativeness then women will take ual parts with men in national government. There is at present no pros- pect of a system of peace. Even God Almighty is expected to take sides in the war I NOT LEFT BEHIND. In years to come when you are old You will remember me, Then will the years to you unfold What now seems may not be. To find that what I was you are May cause you great surprise, And that froai youth you are afar With tears may fill your eyes. The gulf between youth and old ags Is only passed by years I do not want to play the sagQ Or fill your life with fears. This fact I want you now to know That years hence you will find, How as down life's queer ways you go Youth is not left behind. I To youth old age can still go back And ponder o'er the past; This power it would be sad to lack When life is overcast. The Coast. J.G.

ABERYSTWYTH Special Constables.—On Friday evening the three squads, who are undergoing regular drilling in the Drill Hall under the instruction of Warrant Officer Fear, marched round the town and expected to take part in the Mayor's procession on Sunday. The turn-out waa considered satisfactory. Quiet Marriage. The marriage arranged between Sir James Williams Drummond, Bart., and Lady Enid Vaughan was announced to take very quietly at St. Stephen's Church, Gloucester- road, Lon- don, on Wednesday, at a. quarter past two oclock. The "Morning Post" on Wed- nesday stated. The wedding arranged be- tween Sir James Williams-lirummond and Lady Enid Vaughan cannot take place to. day owing to leave not having been granted. With the French.—Mr. Esme Vaughan, grandson of the late Lord Lisbume, and nephew of the late General Seymour Monro, who enrolled in the French aa-my at the beginning of the war, waa badly wounded on November 2nd. Mr. feme Vaughan's uncle, Major P. Verguaud, of the French army, who had the honour to receive the Legion of Honour some time ago, is reported to have been killed on the same date With the Colours.—Captain David T. H. Protheroe, the second son of the late Archdeacon Protheroe, of Aberystwyth, and Mrs. Protberoe, Tenby, is in camp in Yorkshire with the Miners Battalion of the King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry. Captain Protheroe is the manager of the Ackton Hall Colliery, near Pontefract, and nearly 400 of his men have enlisted in the Battalion. Ho saw aotire service in the South African war with the Yorkshire Hussairs (Yeomanry), he was wounded, and he holds the Queen's and King's medals with five elasps. Mr Arthur H. Protheroe, youngwst son of the late Archdeacon Protheroe. has been gazetted nub-lieutenant in the Naval Brigade. He had interesting experiences lately in Dun- kirk and has been appointed to drive an armoured motor in connection with th8 "Tal division of the Flying Corps. Red Cross.—Lectures in connection with the Red Cross Detachment will be given by Dr. 'Bonsall at the Poor Law Institu- tion on. Friday evening. Appeal.—Douglas Pouting, who was sentenced to two years imprisonment at Quarter Sessions for obtaining money by [raise pretences at Llanilar, gave notice of .appeal, but has since, it is understood, abandoned the appeal. Commission.—Mr. Thomas Rufus Parry, second son of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Parry, Llidiardau. on coming home from Rhodesia, has been given a commission as second lieutenant in the 4th North Regi- ment quartered at Quernsey. Collision.—Two milkfioats collided in Cambrian-street on Sunday morning. They belonged to Mr. E. L. Jones, Cefnhendre, and Mr. David Mason, BlaendoV, and were slightly damaged. The lad, Percy Harvey, in front of the former float, fell on his head, hut was not much injured. Mayoral Service.—The Mayor and Cor- poration attend service at Portland- !'street Congregational Church on Sunday morning. The procession will leave the l Town Hall at 10-50. Personal invitations not feeing sent. B'Aieihig of Troops.—The Town Council J met on Wednesday afternoon to consider [the negotiations with Tegard to the billet- Hng of troops in the town. It is under I stood that negotiations are still pending .between the Council and the military authori ties. [ Benefit Concert.—Under the patronage [of the Mayor and Corporation, the Rheidol 'United Choir, on Y) ednesday, December ,2nd, will give a concert at the Coliseum for the benefit of Mr. D. J. Davies, lock- smith, Corporntion-street. Mr. Davies is a members of the choir and of the Fire Brigade and has been unable for months ¡ to follow his occupation owing to illness. G.E.M.S.—At a meeting of the St. .Michael's branch of the Church of England [Men's Society, held at the Oild Vestry on 'Friday evening, an excellent paper was read on the war by Mr. Rhys Morris, j IT.C.W. In the discussion part was taken I by the Revs. Evan Williams, who pre- sided. T. B. Williams, Captain Morris, of the Church Army, Messrs J Lloyd, and I. I Clayton Thomas. Ssssicsns.—On Wednesday, before [Edwin Morris, mayor and J. Watkins, Eqrs., Emil H. Harding, The Vaults, North-parade, was charged by Superin- tendent Phillips with having allowed a chimney to be on fire. Mr. Harding said it was a. puro accident and was fined 2s. including costs.—Elizabeth Shortnian, 6, Penmaesglxs-road, was summoned by D. A. Lloyd, attendance officer, for having neglected to send her son to school. The care was adjourned for a week in order that the mother and son should attend. Ghsstharo's Cijsema.—On Thursday will 1>3 shown the second patriotic firm based on the present great a remarkable film entitled "The German Spy Peril." The story brings home clearly the potential danger of the alien in our midst and shows how a man unfit for service at tho front Irenders seivid'e at nome by his actions. The picture is said to have done considerable service to recruiting in some districts. Another spocial attraction is the two-reel drama "When Lions Escape." For next Monday, another special patriotic film. '<Engla.nd's Menace" will be shown. With every programme tho Gaumont war graphic is shown. E31 Actions.—Before Justice Bray, on Tuesday, cross actions for slander between_ L. Richmond Roose, the famous international Welsh goalkeeper, and Mr. and Mrs. Hilton Crowther, of Ashleigh. Huadenvfield, were down for bearing. Plaintiff, his counsel, and solicitor did not appear and the action of Mr. and Mrs. Growthe" against Roose for slander was proc?e?ded with. Mrs Crowther said there was no foundation in the allegation that any slander was uttered against Mr. Roose. In summing Up. his Lordship said plaintiff appeared to have ouXsted and was said to be at Aldcrc.1lOt. The jury re- turned a verdict for the defendants on the claim and on the counter-claim, and awarded them £100 damages with costs Belgian Refugees.—A meeting of the members of the congregation of St. 1 Michael's and All Angels parish was held at the Church Vestry on Friday afternoon to discuss the question of maintaining a party of Belgian refugees. The Rev. M. J ones PoweH presided. Ii was unani- mously agreed to ca.rry out the scheme, and the following were appointed to make necessary arrangements:—The Rev. M. Jones Powel-l, Mrs. Newton, Miss M. E. Phillips. 45, Marine-terrace; Mrs Henry Davis, Mrs. M. Jones Powell, Mrs. E. Jones, Movolwg; Miss Brett Princess- street: Mrs. J. T. Davies, Miss S. Grif- fiths, Gwvndy; Mr. E. Santall, and Mr I. Clayton Thomas. Prisoner of War.—Lieutenant W. Thomas, U.C.W., who is a. prisoner of war, has written homo as foJIows I dare say that ere now the War Office will have wired to you that I am either killed or missing. Well, do not worry, as I am quite safe, and I will now tell you how it all! happened On Monday, 12th October, W9 had a scrap with the Germans and had to stay in our trenches Monday night. There was a village in front of us which was supposed to have been evacuated during the night, and seventy of 11s were sent up at dawn on Tuesday to occupy the village. Unfortunately thore were 1,000 Germans there, and they did give it us. Our captain was wounded at five a.m., a lieutenant killed about a.m., about 8-20 I was wounded by a bullet through my loft shoulder. We were no N in a farmhouse which was surrounded by Germans and we were waiting for sup- ports. The fa'm was put on fire, and we had a terrible time and surrendered at eight p.m. Of the sevnty in the morning there were sixteen left, cf whom four were wounded. All the other fifty-four were kilted. The Germans were surprised at our bravery. They did admire us. They then took us away and I have been in hos- pital ever since. I have had rather a hard time, but now I am well again. The Germans h 1 ve been very kind to me and have looked after me well. I will, how- ever, have to stay with them now till the war is over, but do not worry about me, for I am safe as nuts. I shall ask for a week-end off to come to see you! I have no news of the war. I have no idea of what is going on. I only hope it will end soon, then homo smeet home once more. Kindest re- regards to all." Lieutenant Thomas, who had a successful college career at Aber- ystwyth, was appointed senior science master at Amnnnord Intermediate County School shortly before he joined the 3rd Cheshire Regiment Special Reserve. His present address is Lieutenant W. Thomas, prisoner of war, Leo Convit, Paderbow, Westphalcn, Germany. Hiring and Recruiting.—Tlie first of the annual hiiing fairs was held on Monday and was largely attended, but as has been the custom in recent years most of the hiring was done beforehand. The prevail- ing prices this year were as follows:— BOYH, £9 to £13; young men, £15 to £20; men, £25 to £32, according to age and qualification-, younger girls, J39 to £12; older girls, £15 to :f)2.j. There is no scarcity of labour in North Cardiganshire. This year the fair was deprived of its fun owing to the alienee of the merry-go- rounds and side-shows on the Smithfield. At the request of the Chamber of Trade, the Town Council had allowed stalls to be placed on the streets, though the practice was stopped a few years ago at the request of tradesmen. It was felt that the return of the stalls would encourage trade in the shops, but th9 flannel vendors apparently preferred tp remain in ISraitlJiifelfj-noad, and the opinioq was expressed that the presence of stalls in the streets was more of a nuisance and obstruction than any- thing else. The war and the appeal for recruits practically overshadowed the pleasure of the fair. A eorres- 1 pondont writes that the efforts of the recruiting officers did not meet with much success. There were hundreds of able-bodied young men in the town, but the resnonse to ioin the colours was pain- fully slow. While Aberystwyth and other towns have responded remarkably well to the call for recruits, it is an admitted fact that tho count'-y districts have failed. The efforts of four or five recruiting agents on Monday, backed up by a march by the bugle band of the Boys Brigade, did not s+.imulate the young men from the farms. When approached by a recruiting officer who in uniform, one young man re- ferred the officer to his mother, who im- mediately held up her hands in horror. It was stated that this worn an had sturdv son*, none of whom had enlisted The Ten oral excuse of the young men was that thev were will-ng to join the annv when oomnelled to do so. Perhair? thev win it when thore is compulsory military service. j Herrings Large takes of herrings have been made during the past week off New Quay. The fish found a ready sale locally at a penny each. Commission Mr. Malcolm Lewis, lecturer in law at the College, and son of the Rev. Elfed Lewis, M.A., left yesterday (Thursday) for training at Salisbury. Plain, having had a commission in the Welsh Fusiliers, and was given a hearty send-off by the students and staff. ..C!)nCert.-Xext Saturday evening a concert is advertised to be given at the College under the auspices of the Musical Club, the proceeds to be in aid of the Welsh Hospital. Lecture.—On Tuesday evening, Mr. D. H. Owen, B.D., U.C.W., gave a lecture at the English Presbyterian Schoolroom on Robert Owen, the founder of co-operation. Mr. Speller presided and a vote of thanks was accorded on the proposition of Mr. Griffith Eilis. Coliseum The following first-class detective drama in two parts, "The Bloodstained Shoe" will be shown to-night and during the week. Next Monday, "The White Spectre" a thrilling and exciting drama in two parts also the latest war pictures will be shown every night. Matinee every Saturday. Wesley Guild.—The opening of the win- ter session took place in St. Paul's School- room on Wednesday evening, the Rev. Richard Morgan presiding, when the fol- lowing programme was gone through:-— Pianoforte solo, Miss Louie Davies; solo, Miss Maggie Warrington; reading test, winner, Miss Edith Richards; solos, Miss Edith Richardson; Mr. James Lewis, r. A. Burbeck; recitation, Miss Annie Evans; stump speech on the war, Miss Edith Richardson (winner); solo, Mr. Ivor Lewis. Sad News.—News was received yester- day (Thursday) in a telegram from Dr. Dewi Ellis that his brother Lieutenant Anwyl Ellis of the Royal Naval Reserve, who was on patrol duty in charge of one of H.M. motor boat on the north-west coast of Scotland, has been drowned. No details of the fatatlity have been received. Deceased was a son of the late Mr. David Ellis, Great. Darkgate-street, brother of Messrs Griffith and Ceredig Ellis and nep- hew of Mr. Robert Ellis, Terrace-road. He was an assistant director of navigation in the Royal Technical College, Glasgow, and was on a visit to Aberystwyth last summer. Municipal E'c&tion.— The names of the I candidates nominated for the bye-elections which will take place on Saturday are given in another column. More than ordinary interest is taken in tho bye- elections, as they are the first ward con- tests for seats on the Town Council. The poling will take place in each ward as folows:—No. 1, at the. Old Bank, 37, ■Bridge-street; returning officer, Alderman C. M. Williams. No. 2, at the Corn Market Hall; returning offiper. Alderman T. J. Samuel. No 3, at the Town Hall; returning officer, Alderman Daniel Thomas. The returning officers will declare the results in each ward booth im- mediately after the counting. Cardigan Battery.—Tho members of the Battery received orders testj week that they were to proceed on foreign service. Consequently, about thirty came home on leave for forty-eight hours on Saturday, returning on Sunday evening. Other members of the Battery a? £ o left their station on Sunday with the intention cf visiting their relatives, but on the way were recalled, aB leave having been stopped. This sudden re-call gave rise to many rumours locally, one rumour being that the Germans had attempted to in- vade the East Coast. It is now doubtful whether the Battery will proceed on for- eign service. It is understood; that the horses sent ready to embark have been brought. back. Evening Continuation Classes.—At Alexandra-road School, on Tuesdav even- ing, l*i of esso r T. A. Levi, M.A., LL.B., delivered! an interesting and inspiring address to the purrils attending the con- tinuaticn classes, the subject of the lecture being "The Story of a Hundred Years: 1815-1915." Professor Levi, in the course of his address, traced and illustrated the great changes in education, industry, morals, and prosperity which have taken place in our country in the course of the past hundred years. There was a large attendance and some of the older boys attending the elenuntr-ry school were allowed to be present. Mr. Jenkin James, M.A., conveyed to Professor Levi the. thanks of the students for his excellent; address. It is anticipated hat these popular lectures will have the effect of greatly aiding the work done at the even- ing schools. Obituary.—The death took place on Nov- ember 13th of 3Irs Margaret Davies, 40, Tu¡)(kviU!strc>üt, Porth, iSouth Wales, youngest daughor of the late Air. David Williams, saddler. 'Great Darkgate-street, Aberystwyth. The body was removed to Aberystwyth on Tuesday for burial. The Revs. T E. Roberts, Shiloh, and R. J. Rees, Tabernacle, officiated at the grave- side. the..xr$t carriage were Miss Mary Williams, sister; Mrs. William Jones, Penparke, sister. Following the, hearse were Mr. Davies, husband, and little boys; Mrs. Jones, siter-in-law, Porth; Mr. David Edwards, Troorky, cousin; Air and Airs I Hopkins, cousins Mrs. J. Evans, Ystrad, cousin; Mr. D. Davies, Preston, brother-in-law. The tramway employees followed the hearse to Porth Station and sent a handsome wreath A wreath was also sent by Miss Owen, Maes-\r-hedydd. Soiree The opening soiree of Baker- street Congregational Chapel was held on Wednesday evening and was a great suc- cess. Air. Aiiall Jones, Terrace-road, pre- sided. Several Belgian guests staying in the town were present and received a cor- dial welcome. Refreshments were served, and a programme of music) song, and re- citations was gone through. The recita- tion by Mr. Eddie Parry, U.C.W., was greatly appreciated. Others who took part in the programme were Mr. Emrys Jones, Mr. D. T. Morgan, Miss Nora Richards, Mr. Richards, U.C.W., Airs. Nesta Lewis, Miss Owen, IT.C.W.; Miss Owen, Miss Lizzie Davies and party; Miss Gertrude Lloyd, Miss Catherine Jones, Air. Ambrose Davies, Miss Jones and Mr. Richard Evans (dialogue from "Alun Mabon"), Miss Bronwen James, IT.C.AV.; Miss Hopkins, U.C.W. and Air. Richards. Chyrsanthemum Society.—A meeting was held at the Lion Hotel on Wednesday evening, Councillor Morrison presiding over a large attendance, when it was re- ported that the proceeds of the- exhibition held last week amounted to JS32 and the members of the society were able to con- gratulate themselves on the highly suc- cessful results of their efforts. In accord-i ance with the arrangements, the proceeds were allocated as follows for charitable objects in connection with the to the Red Cross Society, £20 Prince of Wales fund, £20 Belgian relief fund, and | JE15 to provide tobacco for the Welsh regiments. The amount of the proceeds! constitutes a record for similar shows. Mrs E. Roberts, Penywern, and the Committee of the society desire to convey their grate- ful thanks to all ladies and gentlemen who helped in every possible way, both by gifts and services, to make the show so brilliant a success.. In addition to the names already given, Air. Randolph Fear, Ter- race-road, and Mr. J. Morgan, Pier-street, contributed fruit and vegetables.

Ratepayers Meeting, On Wednesday evening the Mayor (Mr Edwin Morris) presided over a small meeting of ratepayers held in the Town Hall and explained that he had received a requisition from several ratepayers to call a public meeting to enable the five candidates for No 2. ward to express their views. However, there was only one candidate present. The only candidate present was LNir J. Levenson, who in a brief address said he had been accused of being a funk because he with- drew at the beginning of November. He was not a funk and was not afraid to face the electors. He withdrew to save the expense of a contest and was told that if be did so the candidates who withdrew would be returned unopposed in the bye-election but he did not blame the present candidates tor the fact that there was a contest. Proceeding, Mr Levenson advocated the provision of a good band, shelters, a proper bandstand, public conveniences, and children's playground. He also referred in detail to the sewerage scheme and the finances. He regretted that his fellow-candidates had not thought it worth while to attend the meeting. If the electors considered him worthy he naked them for their vote and interest on Saturday. A vote of thanks to the Mayor for presiding ended the meeting.

PLAS MACHYNLLETH HOUNDS Harriers. Man., Nov. 23rd Gelligenfach 10-30. Thurs., Nov. 26th Braicligoch 10-30. Foxhounds. Tues. Nov. 24th BraiehyceJyn 9-0. Friday, Nov. 27th Rhoswyddol. 10-30. MR. DAVID D-AVIESC FOXHOUNDS Aton., Nov. 23rd Glyn, Llandinam 9-0. Wed., Nov. 25tli Aberbechan Bridge 9-0. Friday, Nov. 27th Abbey Cwm Hir 9-0. I