The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

OBSERVATIONS. August 31st, 1900. The happiness of the world would be in- creased a million fold if each freely gave to the other what he himself expects. I Death comes near you a thousand times, but tenches you only once. I was once part of a pageant and never saw ) it. Then I learnt that it is better to watch ttse world's shows than to participate in them. The most perfect lift would, re-.ult in least imnse of loss at death. The garnering of ripe fruit is not deemed to be a calamity. He only is rich and powerful who, by the easy exercise of his natural powers, can obtain that which is neoessary for his existence and ) pleasure. You bave not got rid of folly when you have found a reason for it. The reasons for foily often appear to be sounder than the reasons for wisdom. It is the final result that justifies ■wisdom. I will not close my soul to the music of tne rfwir invisible merely to pay heed to the chaffering of the market places Or to the lewd suggestions of the obscene. The whole story of life's hope and longing and joy and sorrow is told in any small village dturchvara. i chyara. I have refused to be hurried even by threat- ening death. I have refused to seek what men called mv right place. I have not tried to find what was deemed to be more honourable work. I have repudiated responsibility for the govern- ment of the world. I have refused to be ashamed of my humanity or of its anparent contradictions. I have refused to believe in Ctw supremacy of evil in any form. or in the malignancy or variableness of the Ruler of the aniverse. I am content to take the future in fullest confidence, without apology or defence of myself, just as T have taken the past with- protest, or complaint, Cr bitterness. I be- lieve that it will b0 well with me. If men were content to do only essential tilings the rush of the great city would die away almost into the silence of the dessert. Familiarity with mystery does not reveal it. Imt hides it often beyond the possibility of teccrrery. Love in its hirhest and divinest aspect is only possible to those who hn.ve realised that fetnnan beings are kith and kin. The Coast. J.G.

GOGERDDAN AGAIN. Welcome to Gogenldan Bi;7.aar. Once more will the people gather aud the li-Ils resound with childish laughter. A well beloved figure will be missing, but 'twas ever thus. He lies in "Sheltering shade where sm and striving cease" "f And flaws fo-ever throagh Heaven's green expansions" "The river of God's peace. SAVE THK CHILDREN FUND. A correspondent writing on AuguFt 8:h •ays.-—"The hospital conditions in Buda-Pest *r« more acute than m Vienna at the moment. There i3 a very serious shortage, if not an entire lack of bandages, chloroform, and many other necessaries. The Roumanians are allowing no food to be brought into the town othet than by a British food train from here, and most of the shops We closed." The address of the Save the Children Fund is 329, High Holborn, London, W.C. 1. THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE SECRETARYSHIP A correspondent in this i takes it ipon himself to criticise the itonornrium of EBO a year offered by the Aberystwyth Theological College for Uie work of secretary. In so doing he not only shows his ignorance of the true facts, but trots ouL the o:d formula as to to- day's value of a sovereign. Nobody asks him to appiv for the job, and t'-GSC who have the making of the c ppointment know what it is worth. There are too roany crUics in these days anxious to teach others what to do and how to do i t, and hi correspondent serves no good purpose by exposing his own ignorance. A newspaper must le impartial, but .with the present prices of ink and p.per it seems a pity to waste either. Ø'II8" y

"jLKybiwyin NATIONAL SAILORS SOCIETY.-The Rev. B. Eurog Jones writes:—The National Sailors' Society ( n connection with which a concert was held at Aberystwyth) is launching oul. "The Peace Million Shilling Fund for Waies" this year. The Society has bought the King's Head Hoel, Castle-street. Carnarvon, to make a Memorial Home and Institute for the North Wales branch. GOLF.—A mixed foursomes competition, played recently at Aberystwyth, resulted in the return of the following cards :-Professor and Mrs. E. Edwnvd", 95, Ifr-80; E-. S. Jenkins and Mrs. A. E. Edwards, 36, 15-81; Totp Garner and Mrs. Dav", lfiO, 13—87; AlbaH Lcwu and Miss Sayedl, 103. 15.-88; E. T. Williams and Mrs. Gillum, 98, 10—88: C. James aad Mrs. D. S. Edwards, S8, 9--89; S. a. Wil- liams and Mrs. Morris, 113, 16-.97: G. an I Miss X. T. Cheatlc, 120, 20-100; Mr. and Mrs. Bar- rett. 119, 16—103. FOOTBALL.—Preparations are being made for the revival of football locally in the com- ing season. A general meeting of Aberyst- wyth Football Club will be held at the Town j Hail next Monday at 7-30 p.m. when the chair will be taken by Major G. Fossett Roberts, the president. All who are interested, par- ticularly the young men of the town, are in- vited to attend. The Smithfield has been secured and a gratifying feature is that the financial defict has been wiped off. There are therefore favourable prospects for the Season and it is intended, in addition to the Tctrfli warn, to hayg § league for the junior keairis, i-ses -V 1 "THKOLOGlCAL COLLEGE.—A correspondent writes that the authorities of the Theological College are advertising for a secretary and librarian, whose duties arc thus defined To act as secretary and librarian of iiie College, to keep all local accounts, to have custody of all deeds and records of the College, to attend aN meetings of College committees, to edit the calendar, to organise collections in the churches and from individuals in aid of the College, to attend t'e College for certain hour- daily) and to perform such other dut es as sha'l be I prescribed from time to time in connection with the College. Applications, stating quabfica- J«io«ts, to be sent to the Principal." Will it be believed that the possessor of all those qualifi- cations is offered the munificent salary of S80 per annum ? Having regard to the purrhasing value of the sovereign, the salary offered ectuals &30 per annum in pre-war value. It is hoped I that the College authorities will take ample precautions against the multitude of eager candidates for >o remunerative a post. ELLISON'S ENTERTAINERS.-This popular little party continue to draw large audiences. "The Entertainers' programmes are varieH and free from any suggestion of vulgarity. Next Wednesday at 3 o'clock (afternoon) and 7-45 (evening) has been set aside for the bene- fit of Miss Patti Twells (whose beautiful so- prano voice and accomplished playing have delighted all); also Miss Madge Carr and Mr. Arthur Carnell. On the occasion of the last two benefits many were turned away through failing to book in advance. Mr. Carr, the general manager, emphasises the fact that seats may be booked for any performance without extra charge. Many novelties are promised for Wednesday, including novel competitions, the Royal Pierrots from the Pier, Mr. Jack Clifford, a scsna entitled "Sweep," Mr. Arthur R. Carlton and his partner "Master Lewis McLloyd who will appear as "Our 'Orace." Mr Syd McLloyd is respon- sible for training the children. The benefit will be held wet or fine. ALLOTMENT STORY.—Last week an allot- ment holder wen on to his plot to put in an hour's work; and. it being a fine summer's day his wife accompanied him and did use- ful weeding. At the conclusion of the work the gardenex-a returned home when the wife discovered that she had lost her wedding ring. Husband and wife returned to the clot and searched diligently for the missing ring; but without finding it. The next day a further search was equally unsuccessful. The wife was naturally ner urbed at the loss of her wedding ring which seemed to bo a wioro significant master than the loss of an ordinary ring and was not console^ when the husband, af-.er the manner ef husbands suggested the purchase of a new xing and again going through the marriage ceremony. On the third day -he husband cnco more searched the plot from end to end and had given the search up and gone to cu% the vegetables when he saw something glittering among -.he on"ens; amd there was the wedding ring half embedded in the soil, having been evidently trodden in after it fell. 0 PETTY RESSIONS.On Wednesday, before C. M. Williams, Peter Jones, and Thomas Owen, Esqrs., James Hughes, Broncwm, Llan- afan, was charged with having driven a motor car without a driver's licence on August 15th. —Superintendent Phillins said a slight accid- ent occurred in Great Darkgafe..street. and it WM found that defendant did not have a licence.—Defendant's explanation was that he thought the licence he had was a continual instead of a renewal one.—Defendant said he had no intent;on of evading the law. He had since renewed his licence.—Mr. C. M. W;1 liams said the Bench took the view that it was an oversight and those who knew Mr. Bughes did not think he) would wilfully offend. —The case was dismissed on payment of cmts.-Georze, Humphreys, Beehive-terrace, was charged with having been drunk and disorderly on Saturday night. He denied that he was noisy: but admitted having been drnnk. The casr. was proved by P.C. Arthur Jrmes and P.S. Thomas Davies.—Find 5s.— Thomas Fox. tinman. Mill-street, was charged on the evidence of P.C. John Davies with tawing been drunk. Admitting that he ba4 a few drops of whisky, defendant added, "1 am now an old man and very little gets over me.Mr C. M. Williams: All the more rea- aon why you should have careful.- Defendant was bound over. CORRECTION. — Last week in the lis; of presents the bridegroom's name should have oeen Mr r. L1. üruen, B.A., Liverpool. FLAG DAi -Jionaay was uxcd. as flag day tor he K.S».±\C.a. A oand 01 iauies tyent, a very snuwei-y Uay in seeing tlags, ..c., and in a. central uepou wu~ openea tor t-0 istie oi fruit, flowers and Miss I)oi:e fiea Trotter w iiQ tone hou. secretary ana expressed hor sa-jsi^cwon at we eJ¡,i.t..n\¡ rUJ.t acuiovaa. '■' Peg O' My Heart will ba presented at the Coi-ae^m on Tnursiay, imoay, did Saturday. Tuis is a retuiu Vbit. The piay i,&i a UeoiraUiC ircsliuess in us Lading in- cidents. it has a ^euui-ie human e^nife .t wilh spja-ic-ing uuiiwur pervading n-e ikLiaS Ireggy ^oruruer, a. clever actios, w- 11 appear in tne tit e ruio, in v. ui..h sae acqu,-ed i pu- latiou t\ Otcr 1,lilJU lii^uUi. j.ucre will be <¡, matinee on c>a,turdtiy. .fcLYblA-N' UAU v E.-The "Barnstormers" at tne ElyEiall Grove continue to draw large aud.ences to two daily periwruiaucos. up-to-date piogvamme is appreciated by every- one. Dancing in tHe Sylvan .Pa.ace is popu- larly patronised. Miss Kitty Lacktngton and Mr James btuor will have their beaiefit on Friday and a special prugianilnu is being -rri-naed. uiji± U ARY.—The death occurred at Witton, Birmingtiaiii, last wees, of Mr. Henry iioskiiig, WHo was well known at Aberysiwytu. iiorxi at Callingion, LOI n wa..i, he was brought up in Machynileth, and in 186/ came to Aberystwyth where he was engaged as enameiler by Messrs Eiiis and Owen, ciiamehed &iaue manaiaciuiais. He also represented ttiat lirm at Huh. Alter returning to Aberystwyth 110 re-ided at Gien- lossie, Brynynior-road, and, in partnership with Mr Miller, Llanbadarn, carried n the hrm of his late employers as Hosking and Milior until ten years ago when iie ieit for Birm.ngham and entered the General Liecirical Company's works at Witton as an unaanell=r» Mr. Hosking was sixty-eight years of age and a member of the WeJeyan Church. Interment was made at Southa.ll, Middlesex. lie leaves a widow and also a son who is in America, OBITUARY.—The death occurred at Glan- rafon-terrace on Tuesday of ML-. David Parry, who was seventy-throe years of age and a native of Llanatan. For a number of years he had chargo of the Corporation chairs on South-terrace beach. The funeral took place on Friday (to-day). SUMMER SALE.—There are only two days more for bargains from Eilis's, Terrace-road, the week being summer sale week. The bar- gains include costumes, biouses, underwear, children's wear, dress material, household linen, and remnants. RURAL ROADS.—Mr Ll. J. Lewis, Erwbarfe, presided over a special meeting of t e Rural Council on Mcnday when a letter was read from the Road Board admitting liability for the damago dono to a number of roads by timber* traffic. The Board calculated that the average expenditure on the roads in 1912-15 was £287 which, after allowing twenty-five per -cent. for increase in costs, amounted for the three years ended in 1918 to £1,076, making excess expendi- ture of £ 3C8. Estimating the cost of reinstat- ing the roads at il,095, p us 9908, and deduct- ing the Council's contribution of £383, the Board offered £1,626 in full settlement of the claim. The Council agreed to accept the offer. BOWLING.—The open competition for the Ceredigion Cup, presented by the tradesmen of the town, which commenced on Tuesday (as re- ported in last week's issue) concluded on Friday when Mr. D. Emrys Williams, the secretary, was the winner. The semi-finalists were Mr D. Emrvs Williams and Mr. H. R. Edwards, New- town, 21-18, and W. Topliss and B. Tyers, Kidderminster, 21-12. In the final Mr. Wil- liams beat Mr. Topliss by 21-16. In the first round Mr. Williams beat Mr. W. R. Jones, 21- 18; second round, Mr. T. Sankev, Edgbaston, 21-14; third round, Mr. E. T. Davies, Oswes- try, 21--19. The cup has to be won thrioe in succession, or thrice in all, before becoming the property of the winner. DEPARTURE.—The Rev. T. Stephenson, D.D., pastor of Wesley Church, is leaving Aberystwyth at the end of the month for Ely, Cambridgeshire. Dr. Stephenson has been resident in Aberystwyth for the past five years, a period which was probably the most difficult the Church has ever had to face. He arrived in the month following the outbreak of war, and immediately commenced work amongst the —t'ha crVinfvl r r»om beinff keDt open every I "LVV1:' .& CI' night, and special services held on Sundays. In the slump that followed the removal of troops the church passed through a financial crisis onlv overcome by the devoted work of Mr. Michael T. Williams (circuit steward) and Dr. Stephenson. In the course of his ministry the Doctor has gathered round him a band of earnest and energetic workers who on Sunday evening made a presentation to him and Mrs Stephenson. In public life Dr. Stephenson has been prominent, having acted as a n'ember of the War Savings Committee, Y.M.C.A. Com- mittee, Red Triangle Club Committee, etc., a.nd having been also identified with various activities in the University Cqlkge. It was Dr. Stephenson who put the Boy Scouts organ- isation on its feet in 1916, and although pres- sure of denominational duties precluded his continuing work as Scoutmaster of the Aber- ystwvth Troop, he has founded and guided several country troops in surrounding villages. As secretary of the local B.S. Association, he resigned at the last meeting of that body in July, and was heartily thanked by a representa- tive from headquarters for the way he carried on. At the close of the evening service on Sunday, Mr. T. Williams (late senior circuit steward), in handing Dr. Str-phenron a wallet of notes, referred to the position of the church at present. It was, he said, more prosperous than it had been for forty ears, and, as one who had been closely a." rented with Dr. Stephenson he viewed his f' èp:\ftur with keen- est regret. He had been an idea] n.inister and had faced all difficulties in a Christian spirit which had endeared him to his people. Mr. Williams also referred to Dr. K'rphenv.on's pub- lie work and to Mrs. Stephen-ion's activity on bftbalf of the church.—Mr Hutchens expressed the regret of the members at the removal of their pastor and his wife. lie wished blth of them and their family Godspeed in their new sphere and prayed that God's blessing might go with them.—Mr. James Ilavpet (Suidayi School superintendent) s\id that Dr. Stephen- son had been a tower of strength to the school. He had not only taken a.n interest in it, but had attended, tsken classes, visited, and in al! ways done much to keep it as a living vital force in the $!*ii iirch. -Tribute was raid to Dr. Stephenson as a ii.an and a preacher bv Mr. R. Read, who jeferred to the Doctor's abiiity in dealing with prewnt-day criticism. As a pastor ha and his wife had left ro stone unturned to be a ho'p to those in trouble or difficulty, and he left •». church luilt up nnd reorganised in every department, and in a vastly different state to that of five years ago. The dynamic of the cnuse wrts leavin"- aDd it remained to be seen how things would go in future.—Mr. Wesley Jones referred to the de- sire, as exhibited on all sides, to make a pa-t- ing gift to the Doctor, and paid tribute to his work and that of his wife.—Dr Stephenson re- scinding, said he erpatl.7 arT) .t.:1 the fact that Mr. Williams had handed him the gift as without him during the difficult period they would have been nowhere. His unswerving fidelity had carried them through. The war had robbed the church of its usual working power; but by prayer and increasing willing- ness of those who took their share of the bur- den they gradually emerged from the great difficulties that faced them. One by one they had got rid of the loads of debt, and they had now a body of men ab;e to carry on and n»;Ko the church progress. He had no feaT for t1, church in the future. The new pastor might have different methods of work, but he would be working for the same ends, with the same ideals, and would lead them in the responsible It days which fay before them. Looking back over the years it was seen that the whole course of the wa.r was unique, and he had done many things in public life which he would not have attempted in peace times—simply because he realised that the church members were either away or too busy to undertake such duties. What he had done had been done as a representative of the Church and its members. In the future the Church and the nation would become more closely interlocked, and there must be a new willingness on the part of Christian men a" women to take part in national and public life and make it go in the direction that Christ, would have it go. Personally, he and hi* family wou'.il look back on their time at Aber- ystwyth with the keenest joy. They had been exceedingly happy and had valued very highly the sympathy and help of all. PROPERTY SALE. At the LiOn Hotel, on Wednesday, Messrs D. I. Rees and Evans conducted a sale of a lease- hold dwelling house, No. 8, South Marine- terrace, in the occupation of Miss Elizabeth Humphreys, and the property of Captain Idwal Davies. The property is on a forty-six years unexpired lease, and at an annual ground rent of £ 2 2s. It was withdrawn at £ 800. The house wag sold after the sale at that figure. house was sold after the sale at that figure. The freehold cottage and garden known as Tanyfron, L;anbadarn, was purchased by Mr. Edmunds, Arcade, Aberystwyth, for £ 460. The freehold house known as Prospect House, Llan- badarn, was sold to Mr. Gordon Davies, of the firm of Messrs Joseph Davies and Son, solici- tors, at £240. The freehold house at Primrose Hill, Llanbadarn, in the occupation of Mrs. Kane, was sold for £ 220 to Mr. Morgan Davies, milk seller, Llanbadarn. The two adjoining houses, occupied by Mr. John Davies and Mr. John Evans, were sold for E220 the first, and £ 225 the second to Mr. William Jenkins, Aber- ystwyth.

BLAENAU FESTINIOC. FOOTBALL.—A* a. general meeting of the North Wales Coast Football League, it was decided that the first league should include Bangor Comrades, Bangor Railwav Institute, Blaemau Festiniog Comrades, Conway United, Denbigh, Holyhead Railway Institute Oolwyn Bay, Rhyl, and Llandudno. Other clubs will probably join later. The establishment of the second division was deferred to give junior clubs a further opportunity of applying.

LLANAFAN. RECEPTION TO SOLDIERS.—At Llanafan Council School a reception concert was given in honour of Pte. Frank Drewery, R.A.S.C. (M.T.) and Air Mechanic W. D. Jones, R.A.F. The former is the scn.in-iaw of Mrs Tiegonning and the latter the brother of Mr. John Jones, Dolauafan. The chairman wa.3 the Earl of Lisburne, and the conductor Mr. James Hughes, Brcncwm. The concert, like previous concerts, had been arranged by the local I Soldiers Reception Committee who had fortun- s, elv secured the services of viiitir.g artistes, including M'lle Bitt^-noourt, sister of the Countess of Lisburne, who sang, and as a second item gave a Spanish with guitar j accompaniment; Colonel Davison, and Mr. Griff James, of the Patent Office, London. At the conclusion of a delightful programme, his Lordship made the usual p:crents to the two soldiers who were enthusiastically chcclell. They made b' ief and suitable responses.

ABERYSTWYTH HERO: ABERYSTWYTH HERO! Gunlayer Wiliiam James Davies, Cambrian square, Aberystwyth, who was buried with semi-naval honours last week. He, served since August 2nd, 1914, on H.M.S. ''Caesar" in the West Indies and the Bermudas.

TREGARON -MART.-Me,ssrs Lloyd and Herber1: con- ducted the Mart on Tuesday. An excellent supply of beasts were graded and allocated. BARCLAY'S BANK.—Mr. E. Jones who for many years was clerk a., the loca] B^nk has been appointed cashier and star ed duties here on Monday. Mr. Jones after demobilisation wag clerk in charge at Lianybyther.

uLAHDYSSUL. MART.—Messrs. Lloyd and Thomas, Carmar- then, conducted a sale or cattle at the Wilkes Head Mart, Llandy&sul, on Tuesday, when twenty-one fat cattle and 134 sheep were I graded and al,ited. Over luO sto.e cattle were eutered, but the trade was not very brisk. Calves realised from 35s. to 6Cs. Twenty pedi- grc-e Kerry Hill rams were sold from 60s. to L6 10s. apiece. LLANDYSSUL SALES. Mr. Henry Jones, auctioneer, offered for sale cn Tuesday Llain Horeb Farm, 14 acres, ana it was sold to Mr. John Jones, Gwynfryn, Horeb, at £750. Casteh Gwilym Fa.m, 14 acres, sold to Mr W. Evans, Bwlchog, Llanli- hangel, at £700. Dwel.ing house, Brynderwen, sold to Mr. Changing Thomas, at JE505. Dwel- ling house, Brvntawe', sold to the Rev. T. B. Humphries, Brvn, AWeravcn, at £ 510.

A&ERCYNQLWYN. A&ERCYNQLWYN. TEA AND SHORTS.—The Committee 01 the Soldiers and Sailors gave a tea at the Council Schools to the remainder of the soldiers re- turned from abroad. Mr. Fie.ding, school master, on behalf of the soldiers, thanked the Committee for their gocd work and for that day's tea, which Mr David Rowland seconded. Everyone enjoyed themselves. In the' after- noon sports were held on Berllan Bach F eiti. lent by Mr. Owen;, Hendre. The officials were: —Judg s, Mr. Neish, London, Mr Owen Owens, Hend e, Mr. Jchn Vaughan, Orford, Suffo,A, and Mr. W. H. Rowiands, Pandy-square; I starter, Mr. Fielding, schoolmaster; field man- ager, Mr. Evan Humphrey, Water-street; sec- retaries, Mr. Laac Jones, Egryn Cottage, and J. T. Burrell, Ferndale. The events were:—Race for men over forty: 1, Gwilym Morgan. Race for women over forty: 1, Mi.-s. Gwilym Morgan. Bicycle slow race, women: 1, Kiute Davies. Bicycle slow raoe, I men: Lewis W. B.'iis. Wheelbarrow race: R. 1, Mi.-s. Gwilym Morgan. Bicycle slow race, women: 1, Kiute Davies. Bicycle slow raoo, I men: Lewis W. Enis. Wheelbarrow race: R. Lewis, Idris Williams, amd Morris Pugh, equal. Long jump: E. Harries E-vans. High jump: i D. Rowlands. Relay race: John R. Jones's team. Obstacle race: W. Davies. Tug of war for women: J. T. Burrell's team. Tug of war fo men J. T. Burrell's team. Children under sixteen race: 1, Goronwy Davies, Gwendoline Jones, Rowlajid Lewis, and Nancy Jones, Clii.dren under ten: 1, Marshall Chidlaw; 2, Annie Meiriona Evans. Boys under twelve: 1, i Islwyn Evans; 2, Gwilym Davies. Girls under twelve: 1, Jane Eva-ns; 2. Mary Matilda Evans. Boys under sixteen: 1, Ieuan Davies; 2, G. E. Evans. Girls under sixteen: 1, Katie Evans; 2, Winifred Evans. Egg and spoon race: 1, Katie Davies. Thres-logged race for women: 1, Ellen A. Jones and A. Owen. Three-legged race for men 1. J. R. Jones and H. Evans. Threading the needle, for women: 1, Laurie Lewis.

The winning sand castl0 on Infirmary Day at Aberystwyth. It wag the work of Misses Garner and Bickell, who were snapped by the Cambrian News" just as their task had been completed.

Aberystwyth Infirmary LARCE SuM COLLECTED. A special effort was made last week in aid of the funds-of %he Aberystwyth Infirmary and Cardiganshire General Hospital with highly gratifying results. A sale of fruit, flowers, and farm produce was held on Monday a., 30, Terrace-read (by kind permission of Messrs. Lipton, Ltd.), under the direction of Mrs. Edward Roberts, Penywern, assisted by Mrs. Ellis. Mrs. Henry Rober'.s, Miss Julia Roberts, Misr>es Foesett Roberts, Mr Griffiths (gardener"), Penywern, Mr. J. R. Griffiths and Mr D. J. Jones. Special thanks are due "0 Mr. Henry Roberts for his valuable assistance throughout the day, also Mr. W. H. Jones for kindly lend, ing '.he decorations1. The following ?ent contri. butiens: Mr. Bennetts, India, £1 Is.; Mr. Percy Wilkinson, Wenallt, £1: Mr. Fellowes, Aberystwyth, El-, Mis. Parry, Glanpaith,, 10?- Mr. Loxdalo. Castle Hill, 10s.; Mrs. E. H. Griffiths, Lampeter. 5s.; Mrs. Cheney, Llan- badarn. 2s.; Mrs. Jones, New Cross, Mr. Hughes, Penywern Lodge, 2s.: a friend, Is. Gifts of flowers, fruit and garden prcduco were received from Lady Lisburne, Lady Evans, Sir Lewe^ Pryse. Mrs. Crawley Boevey, j r. Morgan (Nantceirio), Mrs. Parry (Llid. iardau), Mrs. D. C. Robert, Mrs. E. Roberts (Penjvwern), Mrs. Henry Roberta, Mrs. .C,ilfacbron-x), Mrs. Henry Rcbere, Mrs Davies (Gilfachronw, Llandyssul), Mrs. Henry, Mrs. Hugh Hughe. Mrs. Saycell, Mrs. F. R. Roberts, Mr. Ballinger, Mr. Foster, Mr. Howe'l, Mr. D. Lloyd Lewis, Major Mathias, Rev. E. M. Davie-, (Llancvnfelin Vicarage), Rev. and Mrs. J. Morgan Lewis (Liinddeinol). Mrs. Ceol lBuarth-road), Mr. R. M. Davies (Lianfihangel- y.creuddyn), Mr. Davies (Carrog Mill), Mrs. Davies (Bwlchgeuffordd), Mr. Jenkin Ellis (Pant-barwn), Mr. Ellis (Pencraig), Mr. Evans (Pan ycyrnau), Mr. and Mrs. D'.miel Evans (Goginan), Mr. G. Griffiths (Bryngarw), Miss Hall (Ponterwyd), Mr. Hopkins CFrcnfraith Farm), Messrs. Jenkins Bros. (Nenadd Park), Mrs. Jones (Penywern Farm), Mrs. Jones (Trcedrhiwfelen), Mies Jones (Llwyn-v-gog), Mr Daniel Jones (Llanddeinol, "Mr" T. E. Jones (Cerrigcaranau), Mr. W. Jones (Arlyn, Liany- byther), Mr. Tom Lloyd (town crier). Miss byther), Mr. Tom Lloyd (town crier). Miss Morgan (Goginan), Mr. T. Owen (Fronhyfrvd), P.C. Price, Mr. Rowlands fCwmhwylog), Mr. J. Rowlands (Mill-street.), Mrs. Thomas (Ben- I glog), Mr. Weller, and Mrs. D. R. Williams (Llanbadarn). A "Flower Day" was he'd, organised by Mis=s j Myfanwy Jones and Mr. Lovedav, which I trought in £ 146 9s. lid. A prize of a free | flight in '.he aeroplane wrg given by Mr Loved ay to the collector who brought in '.he largest amount. This was won bv Mrs. Ankera, Groseland, North-road. £ 10 5s. The following is a list of collectors and amount^ collected :— M-s. Ankers, 910 5s.; Miss Marie Garner, C9 17s. 10d.; Mrs. Harding. £7 3s. 2d.; Miss Davies and friend, JE6 9s. 10d.; Nurso Roberts and Eluned Rowlands, E5 8s. lid.; Mr. Eric Love- day, E2 4a.; Florrie and Louie Ball, JS1 15s. 3d.: Margaro, C. Thomas, £4 8s. 10d.; Kitty Don- ovan, £ 4 6s. 10d.: Lewis, £3 lls. 9d.; Pattio Gardiner, £ 3 4s. 8d.; Olwen Jones, £ 1 15s. lid.; Daisry James, £ 4 16s.; C. Davies, £ 1 17s. 3d.; Nellie Thomas, E2 Is. 7d.; de. Sadeleer. £ 3 13s. lid.; Humphreys, f2 2s. Cd.; Eben and Elizabeth .Tenkins, JS2 13s. Id.: Harries and Ellis. £5 16.1 llci.; Irene Ellis, S3 4s. 2d.; Dolly Loveday, I E3 14a. 7d.; Nurse Marv Richards, El 12s. 9d.; 'I' Esmo Thomas, El 19s.: NurlOe Miller, El 2s 2d; Vicuna Jones El 17s. 6d.; Gracie Davies El 9s. 5d; Mary Ellis, 14s. lid.; Mrs. Diewry, E5 Is 1 2d.: Misses Violeit Owen, f2 Is. 9d.; Doris Jones S2 13s.; anonymous, 7s. 6d.: C. Lee. £1 3s. 6d.: Miss Holland. 6s 4d; Mrs. Roden. 8s 5cl. Mrs [ Atwood, 881. 7d.: Plynlimon S3 5s. lid.: Jueen's Hotel. S2 2s. lid.: B. T. Llovd, 8s. 7d.; Miss Rea.. is.; Central Hotel, 13-=. 4d.; Whi e Hart Hotel, Is. Id.; and Bello Vue Hotel, £25. A snocial word of thanks is due o Mr. and Mm Edwards and visitors at the Belle Vue HoVl for heir kindness and onthusiasm in organising their special features. In connection with he carnival and sand castle competitions prizes were given bv H18 Mayor (Alderman E. P. Wynne). Captain B. T Llovd, M.C.: Dr. Iwan Davies, Dr. Ellis. Dr. A. Thomas, Messrs. W. H. J'nes Arthur Owen, T. W. Powell and Co.. D. J. Williams. D. W. Teviotdale, T. Lewis Old. T. E. Ja'man. R. Y. Bickerstaff. T. R. Edwards (butcher), Rees and Evans, W. Pickford. Ð. E. Owen D. Watkins. D. Jones and Sons (butchers), H. Saveell, R. D. Weller, E. R. L.. R. Rowlands (Pioneer). John Evans (Hafodvcoed). J. Watkins (Stoneleigh), W. Dudlyke, Llewellyn Samuel, Richard Jones (grocer). Gwilym Thomas (grocer), R. P. Roberts (fishmonger). J. Roberts (tobacconist), R. D. Vaughan, WIl- liams (grocer), G. J. Jones. J. W. Edwards. T. J. Samuel, J. Barclay Jenkins. W. H. Ward and Co. The ;iid--s in the competitions were i Mayor and Mayoress, Major and Mrs G. Fossett Roberts, and Dr. and Mrs. Ellis. Dr. Thomas and -Miss -Thomas A list of the awards was published last week. The total amount realised from the sand-build- ing competition was S13 95. 6d. During the carnival a collection was made:— Patty Garner, 13s. lid.; H. Rowland, £1 4s. Id.: Eric Loveday. 17s. 10d.: Sallv Jenkins. £1 69. 3d.: Hilda Bailey, 9s. 2d.; Emilie Hop. ton, 4s. 7d.; Nellie Thomas, 15s. lid.; Miss Hughes, 15a. 6d.; Trevor Jones, 10s. 3d.; Kennooh Morris, 12s. 3d.: Henry Parry, 7s. 9d. Misses Lewis and Morgan, Us. lid.; Miss C. Davies, per C. S. M. A. C. Mclntyre, S2 8s.: Miss Davies and friend, El Is. 5d.; Miss Jones (Ca.rdigan), S5 lis; J. M. Jones, S2 3. 7d.; H. Deacon. 17s. 5d:; James Wright, El Is.; Irene Ellis. S3 7s. 9d.; Llew. Hughes 7s. 6d.; Glyn Jones. 8s. 4d.; G. Putt. S4 199. 9d.; Miss James, 4s. 7d. N. C. Thomas, 13s. 2d.: Alice White, 2s. 9d.; Daisy Jamea, £1 14s. 8d.; Daniel Robinson, 59. 7d. Miss Harris, 7s. Id.; B. Jones, Bor--b, 6s. 9d.: E. and J. Burbeck. Is. 5d.; Dolly Loveday, 19s. 5d.; Nurse Ella Jone t. Is. Id.; Mi-s. DrewTV, £ 2 14-s. lOd.; Howard Bloor,, lis. 7d.; Teddy Thomas, 59. 9d.: Lilian Morgan, 3s. 5d.; Robert Hurley, Is. 3d.; Mary;

Aberystwyth Rescue. CAUGHT BY THE TIDE On Wednesday evening Aberystwyth visitors had a second thrill when the boatmen were called to rescue* a man caught by the tide nea- the Cormorant Rocks, between the Prom- enade and Clarach Bay. As there was a heavy swell in the sea with large breakers on to a rocky shore, the boatmen naturally hr"; tated; but a boat was launched and was watched with interest by an ever-increasing crowd. Large crowd; congregated on Con- stitution Hiil which provided a fine position for the sightseers. For half an hour the boat- men struggled to steer the boat clear of the rocks. As little progress was made a second boat was launched and both boats succeeded in rescuing Mr. J. T. Ede, King-street, who had been cnight by the tide. Stirred by the plucky efforts of the men a ready response was elicited to a collection spontaneously organised by several visitors. The collectors gathered at the Belle Vue Hotel where Mr. Edwards (proprietor) and Mr. R. Bickerstaff (Aberystwyth) lent valuable assist- ance in ccunting the money collected which was divided among J. Williams, Henry Davies, E. J. Davies, G. Hunt, G. White, and C. J. White. « The collection was spontaneously undertaken by the following visitot-s:-Mes-rs. Harry Bridges, Kidderminster, E2 17s. 6d.; Fred W Yates, K dderminstor, Cl 12s. 9d.; C. H. Go'dsworthy, Birmingham, Cl 9s. 3d.: William Smith, Pontymester, Mon., El 2s. 6id.; F. Reynolds, Wolverhampton, 19s. 154d.; J. Gooding, Bilston, 10s. 9d.; total, £8 12s. 4!d. At the request of the collectors, Mr. Edwards made the presentations to the watermen and each recipient made aA appropriate acknow- ledgment. Mr. J. Williams, the veteran, thanked the collectors heartily for their in- terest. Mr. E. J. Davies said the boatmen had done their duty in the war and were giad to be of service, at home. Mr. G. White said it was not often the boatmen were I and it was gratifying to think that the visl toes were so appreciative. Two other water- men (Messrs. W. D. James and R. E. James) had lent assistance with ropes near the rocks. They received 10s. each. From the balcony of the hotel', Mr. Edwards announced the result of the collection and hearty cheers were given for the boatmen.

BANKRUPTCY. The creditors of John Pryse Howell Loveden Pryse, described as of 5, Deanery-street, Hyde Park, London, W., met on Wednesday at London Bankruptcy Court. The debtor, it appeared, was twenty-two years of age. and in 1915 obtained a commis- sion in the Glamorgan Yeomanry. He saw no foreign service and was invalided out of the army in 1917. He attributed his present position to betting and gambling, during the last two years he had gambled constantly. In 1918 he lost £ 1,200, and during the present year some £8,000 or £ 9„C00, of which £3,000 was lost at chemin-de-fer. His liabilities, which amount to E17,000, are mostly due to moneylenders. He returns his assets at £ 3.500. *° A trustee was appointed to administer h's estate.

YSTRAD MEURfC. DEATH.—We are sorry to record the death of Mr. John Parry, Mynachdy, of tthe best respected tenants on the Crosswood estate. He died on Tuesday morning, August 12th and the fune-al to>k place at Llanafan Church- yard the following Satutrday, August 16th. The funeral was probably tire largest seen in the district for many years. The service at Mvncc'ndy was taken by the Rev. D. J. Jones, of Y?radmeurig, and he was assisted by the Rev. Evan Jones, vicar of Strata Florida. Deceased was a member of the well-known Hafodnowydd family, and the son of the late Mr. Morris Parry, Dreissa. Mr. John- Parry was a prominent man in public affairs. He ha¿ acted as chairman of the Trogaron Rural and District Council. He had also served in a similar capacity on the local School Board. He was an able agriculturalist and a keen business man-, further, he was an extremely popular neighbour, and this was clearly shown a • his funeral. He leaves a widow, five sons and five dkughters all of whom were present at the funeral, except the eldest son, who occupies* a very responsible position as chemist at Hankow, in China. The greatest sympathy is felt with the widow and children in their sad loss.

BARMOUTH. FLAG DAY.—On Thursday a flag day, organised by Comrades of the Greait War. realised over £40. A E10 note, autographed by the Prime Minister, was sold at E10 and -e a bunch of flowers, presented by Mr. Robert Crabbe, E7 10s. Messrs. Isfryn Jones and Herbert Aspinai1 organised the flag day.

(continued from previous column). Bickel]. 6d.: E. J. Lewis. lis, 6d.; Kitty Don- ovan, El 83 lOd.: Willie Evans, Us. lid.; Clara. Evans. E2 48. 4d.; Jones (Bradlevsr), El 12s. 8d.: Miss Jones. No. 9, Terrace, 12s, 6d.; Mjifes Davies, No. 9. Terrace, 10s.; Maggie Rees, Is. 101. to'oal £47 89. 7d. The prizes for the largest, amount colleeLM during the carnival were won by—1. Miss Jones Cardigan): 2, Miss G. Pu'.t (Charlie Chaplin). The Aviation Comoany gave a draw for six free flight1', which brought the magnificent sum of £ 29 14«. Lieit- David, ex.R.A.F., the pilot distributed handbills over the town from t.he machine durinsr one of his fligh-s. Miss Jones, Cardigan, Mr. Emile- Evans, Mrs Mor- gan, and Miss Eluned Rowlands generously returned their prizes <.0 the fund. The total amount realised was; E282 9s. lid.. The Committee wish to thank all friends who i assisted.

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MACHYNLLETH. DECORATION.—Mr. John Hughes, Derwein- las, now of the Education Offices, Carmarthen, who served in the R.W.F., has recen'Jy .been awarded the meritorious service medal for service on the Western front. BAND RECITAL.—The fifh and last open- air band recital was given .at the Clock Tower on Sunday evening, Mr. E. Meredith Jones, conductin.g. During the in tervals addresses weie de ivered by Mr. John Williams, Barclay'^ Bank; Mr. J. G. Jenkins, the Rev Owen Præbyterian minister, Towyn and Mr. Geo. Weaver, who thanked t-lie townspeople for their support of the movement both by at ending the reci als and by contributing to the collec- tions, over F,21 having been taken during the five recitahj, and handed over to the Treasurer of the District Nursing Association. FOR THE BLIND.—On Thursday evening, a successful Concert, organised by Miss Eileen Davies, Bronwylfa, was given in aid of S.. Diinstan's Heme for Blind Soldiers and Sailors. Tiie choruses and dances by the piorettesi were greatly enjoyed as also were the songs rung by Mr. James Morgan, Tonpandy, an old Maciiyn- lle h bey who has done well in the musical world, and is now one of the principal South Wales tenors. Capt. Powell Price's humorous turn; were also enter fining, as also were the scjigs cf Miss Powell Price, Rectory; Miss Elsie May Lwwisl, Mrs Upcher, Mr. Cecil Dav.:e>, Miss Olive BaAiks, Mrs Morris, Bryntyrnol, and Miss Oliver. Miss Laura. Williams'a graceful danc- ing was much enjoyed. A substantial sum was realised by the sale of beautiful, art pro- gramme-; executetl by hand m. black and white by Misr, Nes.s. Jones-Evans, Frcn.y.gog. At the close Mr. J. G. Jenkins, seconded by Mr. R. Gillart proposed a vote of thanks to the artis'<es and hose who had helped to make the enter- tainment a success. WELCOME CONCERT.—An enjoyable even- ing was spent at Taliesin Councii School when another of a series of concerts was given to welcome two soldier boys home from abroad. This is the twenty-first meeting held and already forty-six boys have been welcomed. Several other boys yet remain in far away Egypt and Mesopotamia, one of whom (Pte. Lloyd Rowlands) was recently a chaired bard at an eisteddfod in Egypt. At leest ten men have made the supreme sacrifice. Two boys from the parish have won military honours— Private D. J. Jones, Trwynybuarth, who was awarded the MiJitary Medal, and Private J. O. Nicholas who has received the D.C.M. One of the beys welcomed (Private Joel Jenkins, S.W.B.), has also a fine record, being at the retreat from Mens and having served nearly throughout the war. Corpl. Lewis Pugh, U.E., was also welcomed, who has seen much ser- vice in the field. Mrs. M. A. Jones, Em- porium, Talybcmt, presided over a crowded audience and made an admirable chairman and conductress combined. After a lengthy programme, to which all the iocal artistes con- tributed, the boys were presented on behalf of the Welcoming Committee by Mrs. E. Hughes, Taliesin, and the meeting terminated with the singing of the National Anthems. The Welcoming Committee have decided to erect a memorial to all these brave boys in the form of a memorial tablet in the Council School. MARRIAGE.—On August 21st, the marriage was solemnised at Graig Chapel by the Rev. Henry Williams, B.A., the pastor, of Mr. Gwilym Havard Recs, son of Mr. and Mrs Richard Roes, Westwood Newtown, and Dot is Elizabeth, daughter of Mrs. Mercer, Dovey View, Machynlleth. Miss Edith Mercer, bride's sister, and Miss Annie Rees, bridegroom's siste-, were bridesmaids" and Mr. Hugh Hughes, Birkenhead, best man. The bride, who was given away by her mother, wore a dress of white crepe do chine with ostrich feather trimming and carried a bouquet of rosej. The service was chora1, Mrs. Trevor Jones, the organist, playing the wedding mar.-ch from Lohengrin as the bride entered and Jones, the organist, playing Wedding March Mrs Rees left the chapei. After the reception at Oakdene. Hotel, at which a large number of the bride and bridegroom's relatives amd friends were present, the newly-wed left for Eastbourne, the bride travelling in a costume of fawn garberd;ne with pink trimmings and hat to match. Numerous valuable presents we-.c received. DEATH OF MRS R. G. HAZEEL.-The death of Mrs R. G. Hazeel, Harvey House, occurred on Sunday evening in her seventy- ninth year after1 a few weeks illness. Mr. and Mrs Hazeel came to Machvndeth from Devon- shire in 1873 to represent a Taunton firm in superintending the Cambrian Railways tele- graph wires. In 1880 Mrs. Hazeel created a sensation by being the first local woman to ride a bicycle and somewhat shocked the Mrs Grundvs' of that period. In 1887, Mr. and Mrs. Hazeel left Machynlleth for Devonshire, their native county, but only remained a few years, returning in 1891 to Builth Webs. Mr Hazeel resuming his duties on the Cumbrian Railway. They remained there until 1911 when thev returned to Machynlleth, and opened an ironmonge-y business. Mr. a.nd Mrs. Hazeel's golden wedding was celebrated on April 4th. The funeral took place on Wednesday at Pene- froes Parish Churchyard. The Revs. C. P. Price, M.A., rector of Machynlleth, and Roberts, Poneeoes officiated. Much sympathy is felt with Mr. Hazeel and Miss Hannah Morris in their bereavement. THE LATE MRS. JANE DAVIES.—The death occurred on Monday, at the Londonderry Hospital, in her fifty-ninth year, of Mrs. Jar Davies, wife of Mr. Evan Davies, 87; Maen- gwyn-street, Machynlleth. Mrs. Davies was an old resident of the town and highly re- spected. She leaves a husband and four child- I ren to mourn their loss, two of them. Messrs I David John Thomas and William Thomas, being sons of a former marriage to the late Mr. William Thomas '"If Machynlleth, Mrs Mary J. Rowlands and Liiy. children of her second marriage. Burial took place on Thursday at the Nonconformist. Cemetery, Machynlleth. U.D.C. ELECTION.—Owing to the resigna- t;on of Lord Herbert Vone Tempest, K.C.V.O., a seat has been declared vacant in the South Ward nominations being received on Monday. The local branch of the National Labour Party nominated Mr. William Morris, Iorwerth- terrace, a discharged Koldier, to represent Labour, and he will be opposed by Dr. W. R. Williams, Londonderry-terrace. DEATH OF MRS. DOROTHY JONES.- The death occurred on Thursday at Gwyn- Ilys (her mother's home) of Mrs. Dorothy Jane Jones (nee Thomas), wife of Mr. David J. Jones, formerly of Machynlleth, now of Moreton, Cheshire, only surviving daughter of the late Mr. David Thomas, Derweoil'as, and Mrs Thomas, Gwynllys. Mrs Jores, who was in her twenty-eighth year1, had since her mar- riage four years ago resided at Moreton, Cheshire, but owing to .failing health the last few months of her life were spent at Mach- ynlleth where An that tender nursing and the best that modical at-entiom could do was done for Mrs Jones was popular in the town. At the close of a successful course at Cardiff University she. took a post as head mistress at the Machynlleth Domestic Subjects Centre where her services were much appre- ciated by the managers of the County and I Elementary Schools, as welt as by parents and pupils. Mrs Jones also took keen interest in Red Cross work and was among the first to join the classes formed in 1914. soon after the outbreak of war. She was obliged to sever her connection with the c'ass on her marriage, a short time before the. V.A.D. hospital was opened. Interment of her remains took place on Monday at the Nonconformist Cemetery, the Revs. Henrv William- B.A. (Ind.). E. WTlion Evans (Ind.), D. Cunllo Davies (C.M.), and G. Griffiths, Newtown, officiating. The chief mourners were Mr David J. Jones, husband, and Mr1. J. Evans Thomas, solicitor, Liverpool. Amrcng those present Fit the fun- eral were Dr W. R. Williams, J.P., Surgeon- Lieut. D. J. Micah, the Rev. E. Humphreys, Rochdale; Messrs H. H. Meyier, M.A., R. Prys, Aberystwyth; R. Rees, J.P., and Mr. J. Jones, Newtown. Beautiful wreaths were re- ceived from relatives and friends:—"Dave," "Mami and John," Mrs. Humphreys, Roch- dale; and Mrs. Prys, Aberystwyth; "Friends in Glebe-road, Moreton"; Miss Dolly Hand, Liverpool; Mr and Mrs. Baylis, Coventry; Dr. and* Mrs. Williams; Mr and M s Jones, Dol- gau; Mr and Mrs Wifliams, Wrexham; Mr and Mrs. Evan J. Jones, Liverpool; Mr amd Mrs Thomlinson, Liverpool; Misses and Mr. Owens, Llandudno; Mr and Mrs Gwilym Ed- wards, Carrog; Miss L. M. Lewis, B.A., Mrs Mignon Thomas, B.A., Mrs Davies and family, Royal House; Mrs Williams, Pemrallt; Mr and Mrs H. Jacksm, Mr and Mrs Cecil Davies, and Mrs. Morgan, Rhiw/wyfen. Mush sympathy is felt with her husband (Mr. David J. Jones), Mrs. Thomas, her mother, who so lovingly nursed her for many months; her only sur- viving brother (Mr. John Evans-Thomas, solicitor, Liverpool). Her younger brother (Mr. Richard Hoary Thc mas) was killed on the Western front in September, 1916). On Sunday evening a vote of sympaithy with the family in their bereavemont was passed at the G'a:g (Ind,) Chapel. V.A.D. RE-UNION. A re-un,on of Machynllel-h and surrounding (Harriets voluntary aid dea'c'menfs was held at Galityllan cn Friday w! en the member; were entertained by Major and Mrs. Bonsall, Com- mandant of Machynlleth De achment. Major Bonaall we'comed the members to Galbyllan and Mrs B>nsall in a-i inte opting address traced the work at Machynlletth fjuring the past five years, making special mention of these workers (distinguished by a white baron sleeve) who had worked so assiduously at the V.A.D. Hospital for many months. Carno delachmert, of the Order of St. John of Jeru- salem, Pennant V.A.D. and Aberdovey V.A.D., with their Commandants—Mrs. Upcher, Mrs Bonsall and Mrs Proc or were also present. Lord Herbert Vane Tempest endorsed Mrs Bonsall's remarks and presented each of the workers at the Hospital with mementos of their services in the form of beautifully made medals representing .he We'sh dragen mcunted in gold and suitably inscribed. Mr. Scott Owen, county director, presen'.ed certificates and a copy of a letter of thanks from Sir A. Stanley and ihe Army Council to the members of the Hospital staff. Sir Arthur Stanley, M.P., chairman of the War Committee of the British Red Cross Society and Order of St. John and Chairman joint V.A.D. Committee presen ted badges and certificates to upwards of 20 members for five years service. Replying to a vote cf thanks moved by Mr. Scoti OweK, Sir A. Stanley referred to the decision recently made, that the War agree ment between the B.R.C.S. and the Order of St. John, of Jerusalem was to continue. He also refer-red to the fao. that that was the first Welsh detachment he had had the pleasure of addressing. Afte r the addresses and presentation of medals the gathering was entertained to tea by Major and Mrs Bonsall, af-er which Mrs Harrington (nee Jones) was presented with a silver tea, service by ihe members of the detach- mon, on the occasion of her recent marriage to Pfce. Harrington who WEL? some time a patient at t-he Machynllftth Hospital where Mrs Harrington was a nurse. Mrs Bonsall, the commandant, who was largely inistrumen)-al in getting a V.A.D. hcapital for Machynlleth and who gave the whole of her time to hospital work during the past two years, presented each member of the do,achment with a souvenir booklet of the hospital containing photographs and descrip- tive paragraphs of tho work done. At She closle a photographic group was taken, vith Sir A. Stanley occupying tte place of honour.

NEWCASTLE EMLYN. PROPERTY SAI,E.-On Friday, Messrs J. D. Jones and Soli conducted a sale by auction ■' the freehold farm and lands of Morlogws Isaf, Cilrhedyn, which was withdrawn at £ 1,550. Messrs W. E. George and Sens were vendors' solicitors. TEA.—On Saturday, Mr and Mrs. Fitzwil- liams gave tea to the children of the parish on the occasion of their golden wedding. There was a good number of young children present and snorts were afterwards held. A WAR TROPHY.—A German field gun has has been presented to the town and arrived on Monday afternoon. The gun has been put near the Market Hall for the present. PRESENTATION.—On Tuesday, ex-Sergt. E. P. Davies, Teify-terrace. was presented by Col. Fitzwilliams at Cilgwyn with the D.C.M. won in France. Ex-Sergeant Davies was escorted by the Town Band and a good number of discharged soldiers and sailors to and from Cilgwyn. GOLDEN WEDDING OF MR. AND MRS C. H. L. FITZWILLIAMS. Newcastle Emlyn was en fete on Friday in honour of the golden wedding of Mr. C. H. L. Fi-zwilliams, J.P., D.L., and Mrs Fitzwilliams of Cilgwyn. Mr. Fitzwilliams is the only ion of the late Mr. E. C. L. Fitzwilliams, J.P., D.L., of Adpar, and was born in 1843, Mrs Fitzwilliams,, who was born in 1847, is a daughter of the late Mr. D. R. Crawford. of Cheltenham, and niece of the late Mrs Ewing, of Strathleven, Dumbartonshire. They were married at StraMilewn on 26th August. 1869, by the Rev Sir Henry Wellwood Moncrief, Bart. The following members of the family were present for the celebration with a. large house party:—Colonel E. C. L. Fitzwilliams, C.M.G., R.A.S.C. son, and Mrs Fitzwilliams; Lieui en- p-nt. Colonel Duncan Fitzwilliams, F.R.C.S., R.A.M.C., son, and Mrs Fitzwilliams; Major Cuthber, Fitzwilliams, M.C., Welsh Guards son, and Mrs Fit-rr.7n;,»Tn? • MaW Gerard Fitz- ••iiiamQ v n- wpnss U A wn 0.1 Mrs Fitzwilliams; Mrs Has tie. daughter Mrs Bate, daughter; and Mrs Farie. J The following were among the guests :i-Sir Marteine Lloyd, Bart.. Lady Lloyd and /Miss Lloyd, Bronwydd; Sir J Lvnn-Thomas Lady Lvnn-Thomast, Stradmore; L' Llysnewydd; Mr. and Mrs ifeatenant glynaeron; Miss Longroft, Llanir Lewes, Ty- Mrs. Brigstocke, Llandyssul: Mr ja; Mr. and Pigeonsford; Mrs Lloyd Gil- and Mrs Hope, Mrs Brigstocke, Ferryside facliwen Mr. and (late Mount. Gernos) Miss Daisy Tyler Mrs Howell, Pantgv and Miss Berrihg'-on-, Lewes, Lampeter; J' vyn; Colonel and Mrs Mrs Herbert Vaug1 -Aajor Griffiths, Llwyndyris; Mrs Wilmott Vau han, Llangoedmore: Mr and bett, Glandovan; Mvghan; Major and Mrg Cor- Mr. and Mi-g. Piand Mrs. Pugh, Morgenau; Hannah, Trewen; afberoe-Benvon and Mrs. Tyllwyd; Mr. and Mr. and Miss Jones-Parry, and Mrs. Berringto Mrs. Hope, Glanlielyg; Mr Laurence and Larry "-Davies, Parc-y-gors; Sir and Mrs. Be! Swa* Jenkins, Cilbronau: Dr. .Tones, PenraUt; Cot nse: Mr. and Mrs Hoyd Pan glas; Mrst Dav and Mrs Spence Jones, Evans, Frongrech, B: ies, Cartio Green; Mrs. gwyn: Mr. E. Lewes refinsL; Miss Burke. Pant:. Mrs Bowen, Llwvngv Bowen, Adpar; Mr. and Ma.ior and Mrs. Hill; vair, and Miss BoWon; Col. and Mrs Bevan I Colonel and Mrs bvans; ifor; and Mrs. vCrawfo lowen; Miv Lloyd Waun- son. and the Rev. T. rd, Mrs. Morgan-Richard- Gwbe-t. Jones and Mrs Jones, In the afternoon „ discharged soldiers s there was a procession of Town Band, to Cilg^ ind sailors headed by the williams were presen ;vyn. Mr. and Mrs Fitz Powell, en behalf of kd by Dr. T. W. W. with an illuminated a the inhabitants of Adper, High Sheriff, decor, ddress. Mr C. W. W. Hope, Davies with the D.I -tted ex-Sergeant E. r the district were en C.M., and the children of tertained to tea. .¡,

T. ELLIS & Co. BARGAIN SALE. Sir I LAST DAY, MONDAY NEXT, SEPT. 1st OUR GREAT SUMMER SALE has been successful beyond our most sanguine hopes. We knew that we had innumerable bargains to offer that were well worth attention, but the promptitude of the public in taking advantage of them was such that all previous Sale time records were easily broken. 1,175 Customers were served On Saturday Last. A fact of which we wish to express our keen appreciation. # < WE STILL HA VE SOME ASTONISHING BARGAINS TO OFFER FOR THE LAST VA YS OF SALE. Tweed Costumes, Tailor.-Made from 35/- up. Luvisca Blouses 13/9 to-day's price. Worth 18/11 to 21/9 White Jap Silk Blouses 6/9. Worth 8/11 to 10/11 Girls' Navy Serge Kilted Skirts, 22, 24, 26 inches long, 3/11 each. ( Travellers' Samples in Fancy Linens to Clear at Wholesale Prices. All Remnants must be Cleared. NOTE THE CLOSING DATE OF SALE Monday Next SEPTEMBER 1st. Try ¥ IP <TJ The Shopping • tiL/LliJ 02* Centre for Value 29, 31, 35, 37, TERRACE ROAD, ABERYSTWYTH. .> '¿.(: .>\ ;i"'?V,r '2 :,c. ,t K 11 I |¥/ < It lsn Yt what you PA Y-it-'s what you GET that matters. (HEAP Shoes are often dear at any price-they fit badly from the first, quickly lose their shape, and soon wear out. Dear boots are often too dear because the dealer is getting an unreasonable profit. If you buy from me you can rely upon getting your full money's worth and real footwear comfort. You may get cheaper goods or dearer goods elsewhere, but certainly NOWHERE will you get better value for your money. Special display of Spring &Summer Footwear Camtria Shoe Stores. REPAIRS A DAVID WILLIAMS OFFICIAL IGE qt FOR SPECIALITY. (The Foot Specialist), DR. SCHOLL'S NEVT SKILLED TVT^OT'U D A t> A T\ C ORTHOPEDIC w 3, NORTH PARADE, WORKMANSHIP. FOOT Prices Moderate ABERYSTWYTH. APPLIANCES. 't:"J.:Nt7ftŸ£'1ÄiY;}: ,£, .< ,> ,('(f' \)'{; "f:ê'. 'l:

„TT^- PENRHYNCOCH. oOUESSFUL BAZAAR.—On Wednesday ^i'ternoon on the beautiful grounds of Goge.- ddan a successful bazaar was held in aid ot the organ fund of St. John's (Murcii, fen- rhyncoch. Sir Lewes Pryse, to whose in- itiative t,he bazaar was due, was particularly active in organising and promoting its success. and his kindness in allowing the use of the grounds was appreciated not only by those di-ectly interested in the bazaar, but also by the large number of patrons who had the pleasure of seeing the historic mansion and I the natural beauty of the surroundings. A marquee had been erected for the stalls, which were conducted as followsChina and variety, Lady Pryse, Miss Olwen Pryse, Miss Loxdale, Miss Butler, and Mrs. Dr. James, Borth: fancy, Miss Baker, Rhydypennau Farm, and Miss Mary Richards, Court Villa; Vicai- age stall, Mrs. Williams, Miss Dora Evans, Mrs. Thomas (LIang-orwen), Miss Woodall, Miss Williams. Abergeldie: cakes and sweets, Mrs. Rowlands, Frondeg; Mrs. Richards, Bungalow; Mrs. Morgan, Tyncwm; and Miss Jones, School; farm produce. Miss B. R»char^j- School; farm produce. Miss B. Richards, Court Villa; Mrs. D. Jones, Elgar: Mrs. Ed- wards, Salem; Mrs. Price Jones, Garth. Ie» was provided in the barn under the care ot Mrs. Elias and a band of helpers. There were various sideshows and draws to swell the proceed4. The attendance (included repre- sentatives of the county families of North Cardiganshire and visitors from Aberystwyth. Among the clergymen present were th^ Revs. R,. William. Penrhyncoch: Z. M. Davies, Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn: E. P. Davies, Borth; E. M. Davies, Llancvnfelin; J. R. Davies, Norton-le-Moors. The Rev. T. D. Thomas, Llangorwen. and Mr. W H. Jones, Aberyst- wyth, assisted in erecting the heavily-laden stalls and in supervising the draws.

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DEVIL'S BRIDGE. HODSES.-There is a. scarcity of houses iff. the locality, several persons having been iin. successful in their search for houses.

PONTERWYD. ORGAN.-A moetng was held recently to. consider the need of providing an organ at the C.M. Chapel. I I Printed by the Proprietors, The Cambrian NeVs Aberystwyth, Ltd., and- published them in Terrace-road, Aberystwy-th, in the County of Cardigan; at LI. Edwardj, I stationer, High-street, Bala; and W. H. Pyemont, Music Warehouse, Barmouth, m the County of Merioneth; and at VwnC» Lloyd's, Portmadoc, m the County of UM" narvon £ |hire, August 29t&, 191?. narvonfibire, August 29th, 1919'. ?