The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

August 31st, 19C0. A SUMMER STORM. A. common wind that most untimely blew Wrecked all my garden and its bsaaty slew, Blighted ray flowers and laid their glory low, And brought November's gloom to August's glow. Ah, that wag all, cnly a wintry blast In summer time, and all my joy is past Till spring in fiower-decked re-bes of greenness > smiles And with her whispers my sad heart beguiles— Whispers that tell how flowers shall bloom again, now sorrow dies, how joy grows out of pain, How bitter thought to sweetest memory grows And roughest toil will bring- most deep repose. OBSERVATIONS. Although we are unable to see the right we may abstain frcom hAt which is wrong. Only ctaatr v-isions justifies acticn. There is scarcely a victory that man w nz over his opponents Qa-, is not a defeat of himself. It is better that every throb of life should The au Agony than that we should pass an unconscious existence. The greet men wiiom we envy will be an un- known to the next generation as we are to this. Dea-th so surprises us that wonder and awe are lef; for the I-ving. We have passed. Man slaves for immediate results and Achieves flfem unmindful of far-off conse- quences which he can neither comprehend nor control. Every man's God is his own ideal of himself, or is unintelligible to him. It is the amaJlness and feebleness of in. dividual efforts and the power and vastness of aggregate life tlwu, appal the contemplative inincv Human life is one; its expressions lnnumber- able. The storm is more terrible to him who watches it from cosey securi y than to him who wrestled with it. All through he winter months, and under- neath the ice and snow, the flower plants that sWI bloom in spring are undergoing necessary changes. The only thing i: is worth while to remember About earthly trouble, is the love an<J service at called forth. The Coast. J.G.

LLANWRTYD SUCCESS. It is curious to note that whilst a successful achome can be inaugurated at Llanwrtyd Welis for the training ot soldiers in weaving, that 43krdiganshire with unlimited water power can do nothing. Money is being wasted in trans- port schemes which come to nothing. Is thero no money available tor the starting of a in- dustry for discharged soldiers, or has it all jbeea sunk a* Didcoc. j

ABERYSTWYTH SALL. Mf. E. R. Davies offered for sale a number of tyaps and harness in Smithfield on Monday afternoon. Good prices were realised. HOLIDAY.-Tuesday, September 16th, will be observed by -he tradesmen as a holiday ■wtead of tiank Holiday Tuesday FROM THE RHINE.—The battalions of joung Welsh soldiers who formed part of the Anny or Occupation on the Rhine have arrived m Ireland. Y.M.C.A., A i a meeting of the general committee of the Y.M.C.A. on Friday it was decided to support the two junior football ieama, jbe Wednesdavs and Saturdays. AEROPLANE ACCIDENT -Lieut. David was reported to be in a comfortable condition yesterday (Thursday) morning. c MARKETS.—Prices at Monday's markets, were—¥ ear sings S8 to £ 10; two-year-old, m6 to £ 22 15s.; and cows with calf, E21 10s. to Ð!3.. FLAG DAY.-The British and Foreign Sailors Saaoty *re holding a Flag Day in Aberystwyth oo Monday next and in view of the excellent work of the Society it will no doubt be well supported. THE INFIRMARY.-By the kindness of Mr. J. F Younge, losses of the Pavilion, a con- cert will be given at the Pavilion next Sunday evening in aid of the funds of the Infirmary A special and attractive programme has been arranged. OBITuARY-The death occurred with tragic 8Uddenes of Mi-s Poliie Herbert, daughter of the Rev. and Mrs M. J. Herbert, Linden, Stanley-road. Th", funeral took place at the txsmeterv on Wednesday morning. Canon Wil- of St" Michael's officiating _PREFERMENT_-—The Rev, James Anthony Howell BA., B.D., reotor of Gumpeston and «Ttcn' Pembrokeshire and a curate of S Michael's Church,, Aber- ystwyth, has benn offered and has accepted the livinf., o? Leek Staffordshire. APPOINTMENT.—Mr. John Arthur Jones, ■son of Mr. Rees Jones, borough surveyor has been appointed depu y commissioner for North Wales- under the Ministry of Health housing scheme. Previous to taking up residence in Carnarvon in connection with ;.be Land Valua- tion Department lie was for several years in business at Aberystwyth as an architect. A QUERY.—A Cardiff paper asks which Is the befet Salvation Army band in Wales? When the. Maes<eg Salvation Army band took part in a big gathering at Salisbury the other day it was billed as "the premier Sal- vation Army band in Wales," and when the Abertillary Salvation Army band appeared at Aberystwy h it was publicly described as "the leading Salvation Army band in Wales." CINEMA, MARKET STREET.-On Thursday Mr. Cheetham presents that great exclusive Mper-produetion en-itied "God Bless our Red White, and Blue." It is an all British six- reel production, featuring four of tha greatest* British artistes, Isobel Elsom, J. Fisher White, Madge Ti.'herage, and Owen Nares. Mon- da.y, Tuesday and Wednesday's programme cotasists of a fine picture entitled Hearts Apart," featuring George Beban, and episode two of "The Mystery of -,he Double Cross," entitled "The Maid Phillipa." FUNERAL OF PRINCIPAL ROBERTS — Messages of condolence and expressing regret at inability to attond the funeral have been deceived from the following among many others)Lord Kenyone, K.C V.O. deputy chancellor of the University of Wales; Sir Harry Reichel, vice-chancellor; Principal Trow University College, Cardiff: Mr. Ivor Gwynne Swansea; Sir Vincemt Evans, Sir John Morris Jones Sir Charles Lucas, K.C., M.G.; Mr. J. C. Harford, Falcondale; Mr. R. J. R. Xoocdale, Dr. Ed. Roberts, Mr. Rd. Jones, Caersws; Rev. H. Cernyw Williams, Corwen; Professor Shara-Jones, Liverpool; Professor W. N Parker Professor Genese, Mr. Henry Radcliffe, Cardiff: Mr. John Anwyl, Pon'.y- pridd: Major W J. Burdon Evans, Llandinam; Mr. J. Hugh Edwards, M.P., and Sir A. Cfarrod Thomas. PUBLIC LIBRARY.—At a meeting of the Library Committee, Captain James, J.P., presiding, it was repo-ted that visrorg were taking out books in increasing numbers. As very few persons use the reading room after 8-30 p.m. daily and buL. two or three books are taken out of the Library after that time, with She view of economising expendiure on unnecessary ga consumption the Librarian recommended tha<» on all nights eixcepf Satur- day, '•he institution should be closed at 8-30. Hie Committee decided to adopt the recom- mendation experimentally on and after the ht October. The collectors in the recent Library flag day were cordially thanked for their successful efforts. ELLISON'S ENTERTAINERS.—Nex^ Wed- nesday afternoon and evening will be set apart for the benefit of thp staff in front of ift housk--Mrq Co)-ttoin w}]l.o has acted as box office manageress to Mr Ellison for some years past Charles Robinson and J. Pullea. The members of the sft-aff have worked hard in the interests of patrons, and if is to be hoped the benefit will be a bumper. In the after- noon, by permission of the Mayor and Corporation the Municipal Orchestra will be present.^ A men's beauty competition and *• children s go as you please competition will take place. A humorous sketch will termin- I ate the afterreon's programme At night n extra-spesial programme will include "A Night in Auld Erin," with national costume, and a burlesque society drama by the Royal Pierrots from the Pier, by courtesy of Mr. J. F. Younge. Mr. Del Love will give an ex- hibition of skill and strergth, and Miss Svbil Parry, the clever little Abervstwyth ar'aste, will appear. PHOTOGRAPHY.—The photograph of Waterloo Hydro after 'the fire, reproduced last week, was taken by Mr. Cul;iford. North- parade who also has a 'remarkable photo- graph taken at three p.m. ST. PAUL'S CITkPEL.-The Rev. LT. A. Jones, passor of St.. Pauls Welsh Wesleyan Chapel, preached his farewell sermon on Sunday vening on his departure this week to take eharge of Machynlleth Circuit. After the service, appreciative remarks were made by the Kev. J Mawddwy Jones. Mr. T TMbmas Penglaise-road, and Mr. David Jenkins, seniat- deacon. The Rev. Ll A. Jones suitably ecknowledgad the rafdrenoers made to him and Mrs. Jones. He is succeeded at Aberyst- wyth by the Rev. Evan Tsaac from Treharris, thoirma,n of the Sou',h Wales Svnod. He is » na.tive of Talic-sin where relatives of the family reside. He will commence his ministry next Sunday. PROMOTION-Corporal D. A. Hughes, second son of Mrs. E K. Hughes, Dair- Tattle Darkgate-street, who is on a short leave prior to proceeding with his regiment to India, has been oromoted sergeant. He re- cently obtained his first class gymnastic certi- ficate and is now attached to the South Wales Borderers at Oswestry. The oldest son Mr. J. Hughes, is now home, having recently re- turned from the Ef; after four years service with the M.T., A.S.C. Mrs Hughes's young- eat aft died the day after the signing of the j whilst serving with the Royal En- PERSONAL,—Mr. Griffith Jones, barrister at law, S**ansea, has with Mrs Jones, conie to reside at Aborvstwvth. ■ PUBLIC HEALTH.—Dr. T. D. Harries, F.R.C.S., M.R.C,P. (Lend) was unanimously electee fellow of the Royal Institute of Public Health at a meeting of the Council on August 26th. FOOTBALL.—The report of the meeting of the Aberystwyth Football Club appears on page 6. Aberystwyth Guardians report appears on page 3. PERSONAL.—Tine Rev. John T. Mile-, M.A., who recently resigned his -charge in Wrexham intends removing trJ London. He is tho son of the late Rev Job Miles, formerly paster ol Baker-street, Congregational Chapel. PERSONAL.—Capt. Ernest Evans, son of Mr. and Mrs Evan Evans. Laura.ptace has gone to Brittany to undertake sectarial duties fcr Mr. IJoyct Ge>rge. COMRADES.—As will be seen by an advcr_ tisement, a meeting Of the Comrades Welsh National Council will be held at Aberystwyth on September 12th. There are sixty delegates and hotels, boarding.house and apartment, house keepers, are requested to communtcate with Mr. F. S. Trufant, honorary secretary of the Comrades Aberarth. SAFE ARRIVAL.—Mr. and Mrs Rex. Bos- tick, arrived safe at Philadelphia, America, on the 17th of August en route tio Manton, Michagan. Mrs Bostick is the youngest daughter of Mr Tom Rowlands, Br idge..strcot, and was recently married to Mr. Bostick who wa-s at the time of his mar- riage one of the American students taking a course at the College. SWIMMING.—A swimming race of one and a half miles took placa in the sea on Werl- nesday evening between ,Mr. Albert E. Davies the local champion and Mr. D. J. Lewis. Abirayron. A short start was given to the visitor, and both kept g°ing easily Mr. Lewis leading, but when near the winning post Davies put on a spurt and arrived at the goal a short distance in front of his opponent. EXAMINATION.—The following, candidates for the Ministry have passed the Connextional Examination (maximum marks 300) :—W. Lloyd Jones, of Carmarthen 239; Robert Reqs. TritnitAplace .'Aberystwyth, 235; J. M. Edwards, of London 211; W. M. Jones, of Treboeth, 164; E. R. Roberts of Cardiff, 158; Emlyn Jones, of Pontrhydfendigaid 150. The examiners were Revs. John Green, B.A._ and T. C. Evans. Two candidates failed to pass the examination. DESECRATION.—Complaints are being made of the thefc of flowers from graves in Aberystwyth Cemetery. Whilst it is hardly conceivable that any human being would stoop to such a practice there is ample evidence that this is going on. despite nil the precautions taken bv the cemetery authorities. If only these blackguards could be secured they should be sent to gaol without the option of a fine. REMARKABLE SALE.—Tlfte report and photographs of the Hydro fire in last week's "Cambian News" proved so attractive that the rush for the issue was remarkable.-far exceeding the provision made by the publish- ing deoartmont. Three times extra copies had to be printed to satisfy the demand. On Thursday evening the unfortunate accident happened to Lieut Howell David antf his aero- plane and a. full report of the accident was given in the Northern Edition printed on Thursday night. This issue was eagerly bought up in Aberystwyth and district long before the daily papers were on sale. CHORAL AND ORCHESTRAL MUSIC.—As will be seein in an advertisement, preparation is being made for the formation of a choral union and an orchestral society, under the conductorship of Professor H Walford Davies, Mus. Doc. Application for membership of each sociotv may be obtained from the Secre- tary. at the Music Warehouse Terrace-road. A public lecture is arranged for September 23rd, to which singers of the town are speci- a')-- invited. ROPEWALK.—The Old Ropewalk property which extends from the foot of Vaeno-street to Loveden-road and includes the Y.M.C A a cottage and workshops, garages and stables, has been sold bv Messrs. D. I Rees and Evans to Messrs. Cooke, Brothers, and Roberts auctioneers, by private treaty. It is rumoured that buyers have bought the property for a syndicate which intends to convert the pro- perty into a motor garage. Another report current is that it is intended to extend the Queen's Hotel yard for a similar purpose. The slate works now in the market would mak" a suitable j-rarasre BENEFIT -CONCERT.-A benefit concert for the staff of the Hydro who had iost all their belongings, was given at the Parish j ,°", Fr^ay evening by thp Rheidol United and Male Voice Choirs. Mr, J Arfaur Jen- kins lead the choirs and the following took part:-Misses Anita Edwards, Llanellv; Maude J10** ^Ffanwv Griffiths, Aberystwyth E and M. Lewis, Messrs. J. J. Davies, J. A Hughes and Torn Griffiths. The sum of poq c 01JWaf r?ahsed- During the season £ <io Ds. &ld. has been collected by the choirs in aid of the Aberystwyth war. memorial on Sunday evenings, Ei 16s. 3d. of which was col- lected last Sunday. ELYSIAN GROVE.-on Friday evening the Barnstormers Concert Party had a benefit night for Miss Kitty Lackington (contralto) and Mr. James Bloor (baritone). A crowded house thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment On Friday, Miss Jess Thorne (the popular comedienne) and Mr. Bert Elbourne (banjoist) take their bonefit. It has been brought to the notice of the Manager that people black- berry picking are breaking into the Grove by the private entrance. Anyone caught so doing will be prosecuted. A ticket bought at the entrance entitles the holder to walk through the Grove to "Blackberry Patch." DAISY DAY.-The annual collection in aid of Dr. Stephenson's Home took place on Mon- day with the following individual results:- Mrs. Ankers. £ 7 15s 2d.; the Misses Marie E.izabeth, Marie Joseph, and Monica De Sade- leer, £9 15s. 4d.; Dorice Nelson, S2 10s 9d.: £ ,laf]~oS £ 2 7s. 5d.; Lona Ti'bbott] £ 1 16s.; Olive Harget, £ 1 Is. 7d.; Dorothy Myeirs El 7s. 7d.; Dorice Freeman, £ 1 4s Gwenny Freeman. Ef 3s. 9d.; E. Wright, El 4s. lid.; Freda Vaughan. 18s. 3d.; Blodwen Jenkins and Fldtesnce H. Williams, £2 5s 9d.; Sundies, 12s 9d.; total, JE34 3s. 5d. The sum of £ 30 was sent to Dr Stephenson's Home and S4 3s. 5d. to Groom's Crippleage for daisies. t & l»ULJ«.—A mixed foursomes competition played at Aberystwyth resulted in the follow, ing cards being returned :—E. V. Watkins and Miss E. Thomas 90, 12-78; T. S. Jenkins andMrs A. C. Edwards 109, 10—99; Mr and Mrs Hutton 100, 16--84; Mr and Mrs Whitley Jones 95 11—84; Prof, and Miss Edwards 102, 87; Mr and Mrs Hooper 94. 6-88; Mr J. €reak and Mrs Barrett 109, 18—91;' Coun' •Tames and Miss Savcell 106 13-93- E T Wil hams and Mrs Davies 109 10-,99. In the medal competition on Saturday the bost cards re turned were :-WhiiJey Jones, London 83, 8- 75; D. P. H. Ashton, Aberystwyth, 92 16-76; W. J. Creak, Birmingham 94, 18-76: F. E. Hooper, India, 86 8—78; H. H. Barrett Wqrn 96, 14—82;" F. G. Towarth, Welshpool, 94, 1?-82; Coun. James, Aberystwyth, 96 14—82; Rufus Williams, Aberystwyth. 102, 16—86; H. P. Roberts, Aberystwyth,* 129, 18—^ 111. At the close of the competition Mrs Rollason handed over the prizes to the winners. COMPLIMENTARY DINNER.—On Wednes- day weeJc a dinner was given at Fellowes' Reotaurant, North-parade, by the Parish Councils of Issayndre, Uchayndre and Vaenor Ucha to over 120 sailors and soldiers of Llan- badarn Fawr ajid Comminscoch. The presid- ent was Major Mathias, Bronpadarn, and amongst those present wer0 Captain Cookson, Captain Landman, Lieut. Norman Davies, Lieut. Gordon Davies, R.S.M Fear, the Rev. D. Jones, The Vicarage; the Rev. D. Lewis, Capei Dewi; the Rev. W G. Harries and the members of the Parish Councils. The Presid- ant and the Rev. D. Jones gave a warm recep- tion to the guests and thanked them all for their good work for their King and country. The success of the evening was due to Mr. Fellowes for his excellent catering. The menu was :-Consomme julienne, boiled salmon. Hol- landaise sauce cucumber, potatoes, chicken a la orec.y, roast beef, roast. lamb and mint sauce, peas, cabbage, potatoes fruit tart and custard, tufle, jelly, biscuits, cheese coffee. The loyal toasts having been drunk with musical honours, the memory of those who have fallen was honoured in silence. The Rev. W. G. Harries proposed the toast of the 11 Navv. Mer- cantile Marine, Army and Air Force," and said there could be no prouder occasion than to welcome men after their gallant efforts. The toast was responded to by Captain Cook- son, Captain Landman, and R.S.M Fear. The Rev. D Lewisv>roposed the toast of the three Parish Councils ajnd in a humorous speech referred to them as the glbrious 24th. The toast was responded to by Councillors E. E. ] Jones, Issavndre, and O. D. Phillips, Uchayn- dre, who thanked all who had assisted the Councils in making the evening so successful. Through the generosity of Mr. Richard Davies cigarettes were provided for the guests. Songs 1 were contributed "by Councillors E. E. Jones, D. R. Williams, Cadet Lewis, Troedrhyw- t gwyne (encored), R.S.M. Fear, and others. i DEATH OF MR. GEORGE DICKENS LEWIS. Telegrams were received at Aberystwyth yesterday (Thursday) stating that Mr. George Edwards Dickens Lewis, county architect for Cardiganshire, had passed away that morning at Ashiey House, Shrewsbury. The informa- tion was received with deep sorrow for Mr. Dickens Lewis by his official efficiency, useful public service and genial personality had made a host of friends. It was known that he was not in good health, and he had gone to Harro- gate for the sake of his health, having been granted extended leave of absen IJ. hi Committee; but his friends did not realise that his illness was of so serious a nature. In one of his last letters to a friend at Aberystwyth he said he was going to London on the 5th September to undergo a course of medical treatment, and it is presumed that he was on his way to London when his iEness terminated in his regrettable death. Mr Dickens Lewis was the son of the Rev Dr. Dickens Lewis, representative of the Brit- j! ish and Foreign Bible Society in North Wales for upwards of twenty years, and of Mrs. Dickens Lewis, who was a daughter of Dr. -0-1. Tr. was therefore

TAE'RDDOL. DEPARTURES.—The Rev. J. Fisher Griffiths has ccmplorted his term of three years' min. istry at the Wesleyan Church and is now ierving the distrilt. During their stay Mr and Mrs Griffiths have endeared themselves to the whole locality and their departure was regarded with regie*. The feeling took practical shape in a farewell concert on Friday evening as a slight recognition of the splendid work Mr Griffiths has performed in connection with the welcome concert3 givon to soldiers hora;e on leave. Mrs Griffiths was presented v^t-li a Iver hot-watejr jug and half a dozrea tea knives .3.3 a testimony of her unyriag and unflagging work in connection with the ciiapel etc. O{heû leave with the best wishes of the whole neighbourhood. Mr D. O.. Williams, Frongoch, Tre'rddcl, t. also leaving the local, ity. Mr Williams has given invaluable ser. vice to the chapel and his loss will be keenly felt The annual Eisteddfod owes much of its success in the past to his efficient servicer, as secretarv. The church will miss him greatly. Mr Williams leaver for Carmarthen with the best wishes of all for future success.

BCaTM. SAD NEWS.—On Monday information was received by Mr. and Mrs. Evan Davies, Ivan- hoe House, that their son (Mr. William Davies) had died at Oporto, Portugal. Deceased, who was forty-four years of age resided at Towyn with his wife where iie had been for many years. He was a member of the Welsh Wes- leyan Chapel where he was highly respected. Sympathy is exteaded to his wife and two. children, parents, and relatives in their be- reavement.

DEVIL'S BRIDGE. INQUIRY.—An advertisement appears in this issue announcing that an enquiry will be held by a Committee of the Cardiganshire County Council a,t 11.30 at the Council School Devil'* Bridge. on Wednesday, September 10th, to enquirq into an application by certain ratepayers of the parish of Uamfharngel y Creuddyn Upper to order a new election of a Parish Council. The ground of the application is that the last olected Council has been unable to act be- cause of lack of councillors.

TALYBONT SESSIONS.—On Tuesday before Dd. Howell Edward Jones, Esqrs., and Dr James, an order was made for the pavment of 30s. per week with costs against D. R. Evans, timber feller, ] Pantmawr, Lampeiter, tn respect of the main- tenance of his wife, Jane Evans, Pencae, b Taliesin. ]

CORRESPONDENCE- THE SLATE INDUSTRY. Dear Sir, Referring to the article appearing under the above heading in your issue of yesterday, I beg to enclose a copy of letter which I have addressed to the Editor of "The Slate Trade Gazette," so that you may see how far the accusation that "the Slate Industry fights against all innovations." is justified or not Yours faithfully, JNO. GEO. ASHMORE, 26, Suffolk-street, ™d ManagCT' Pall Mall, East, S.W. 1. August 26th, 1919. "The Editor, "Slate Trade Gazette." RE SLATE INDUSTRY AND INNOVATION. Dear Sir, On behalf of my Co-Slate Quarey Man. mus** Protest against the misleading Editorial reproduced from "Stone," under the above heading in your August issue In November, 1912, we were in communica- tion with the Slate Veneer Company of New York, in reference to the American slate splitting machines referred to. We offered to give these machines a free trial in our quar- ries and if found satisfactory, to run them arther on rental, or royalty, as they refused to sell. Their reply was-" That we are mak- ing some changes in the construction of the splitting machine," and we have heard nothing rom them since so we naturally concluded hey were a failure. I think this disposes of 11 he soft impeachment that "the siate indus- try fights every innovation and stands in its )wn light." I should like to add that the manufacturers )f any new device likely to improve or faci- itate production (the present crying need of e. nation) are invited to submit the same to e L free trial at the Oakeley Quarries and if oliow 8atlsfactory' business will certainly Xiay I also say, in fairness to the intelli- gence of the slate quarryman, that they rte sver ready to handle any labour saving device Jut before them, as, by actual experience, ■hey find they can earn better money with ess physical exertion by the aid of the most ;p-to-date plant. On the other side of the picture, I would >oint out that (in every quarry scrap heap f seen machines which the proprietor^ ■atio/ Mf"I- u uthc,r "f'Zht a?ainst ide- ation, but which have utterly failed for the mrposes for which they were supplied This nakes one careful and shows the need for iractical tests before purchase. It would be very interesting to know how .any ot the American slate quarries are us'n<» his wonderful splitting machine to-day pe- n,;M% n T- °a" tel1 usp-X am. ™urS very aitlifully, (signed) aitlifully, (signed) JNO. GEO. ASHMORE. Secretary and Manager. MART CHARGES FOR WEIGHING CATTLE AND SHEEP. Sir.-Findin,, that it was the practiso in L m counf^ to charge farmers >r wo.ghtmg cattle and sheep; T caused tiqmries to be made from the Ministry of o^d by the General Secretary of tho rational Farmers Union as to the legality of ieso elargeq and particularly as rerrarrls leep. I have now received the following vly.— ° "I have made enquiries of the Ministry of <v\d and am informod that only the ordinary >11 can be claimed. Nothing therefore should e paid for weig-ninfr." Yours etc. DANIEL WATKINS „ Secret*^ N.F.U., Cardiganshire. _BejIwvn. Fe'mfach.. 5

-w- LATEST MARKETS GRAIN. Bedford, Wednesday September 3.—Larger supply of English grain (new) eagerly taken up at current rates. Wheats were 76s. to 77s. per quarter for milling samples, seed lots making 4s. or 5s.. per quarter extra. Oats bettnr supply at 64s. to 68s. with 69s. for very good lots. Beans slow 120s. to 130s. per quar- ter old beans 140s. to 145s. Millers' offals scarce. CATTLE. Hereford, Wednesday, September 3.-About 32 fat cattle graded and store trade still unequal. Beasts throe parts meated were the onlv oner, to command inquiry, top prices ranging round £30. Yearlings JE9 to CI2, a [,e* UP to £ 15. Two year olds from £ 20 t° £ 25. Calves a little dearer, supply down, any pneq up to £ 5 accordtng to size and quality, some between £ 6 and £ 7. Sheep and lambs not so plentiful, 150 graded fat. Store trade no appreciable change aiij trade still slow. Pigs again easier. weaners 25s. to 30s., bacon stores up to jE5 10s. Ram sales were good, lOgns. to 20gns. being realsied on best pedigree lots. POULTRY Hereford, Wednesdav September 3.-Fairly good supply in the wholesale live market, and rateg were unaltered in the main, though th<jre was an easier tendency. Eggs were 4s. a dozen. Hens 6s. to 12s. per couple and ducks 8s. to 10s. a. couple a few special lots rather more. In the dressed market supplies normal and poultry was generaly a little below controlled rates for anything not up to firsiJ quality. Eggs scarcer at 4s. per dozen whole, sale and 4 £ d. each retail. Rabbits fewer at 6d. and 8d per lb. who'esala, FRUIT. Hereford, Wednesday, September 3.—A big markeit and prices maintained a fair level. Woking apples (small) 6s. to 8s- 6d. per 56lb. po1). Bismarcks 8s. 6d to 9s. 6d»; Warners King 9s. to 14s. 6d; Ecklinvilles 8s 6d to 11s 6(1; Suffieids 8s to lis 6d.; Peasgoods 10s to Us 6d; and Worcester Pearmains top rate for dessert at 18s to 24s 6d. Small pears 15s to 18s 6d. William and other dessert kinds 18s 6d to 35s 6d and Pitmastons 20s to 22s 6d. Damsons 19s and plums 14s 6d to 19s. Mush, rooms plentiful and prices, dropped being 3d to 4d wholesale and 6d to 8d retail.

Continued from previous column. nephew of Dr. Thomas Charles Edwards, first principal of the University College of Wales of Aberystwyth. Through his mother, Mr Dickens Lewis was also connected with the Rev Thomas Charles of Bala and was a distant relative of Mr. D. C. tloDerts wno is a decend- ant of the Rev David Charies of Carmarthen. Mr. Dickens Lewis married Miss Anne Evans of Morriston, who survives him, and with whom profound sympathy is felt in the loss of her husband at a comparatively early age. Having been professionally trained at Shrews- bury. Mr. Dickens Lewis was, about twelve years ago, appointed the first architect to Car- diganshire Education Committee. New schools at Llanwnen and several other places testify to his skill and artistic taste as an architect and his outspoken reports on schools within his jurisdiction to his intense desire to consider the heaith and welfare of the children. He was deacon of his' church at Shrewsbury and frequently occupied the putoit, being a fluent speaker and especially acceptable in his dis- courses to children. At Aober7stwYth he was a member of Bath-street Presbyterian Church. As a Freemason he helft rank in the Provinces of Shrewsbury and of South Wales and was postmaster of Aberystwyth and Shrew-bury Lodges. Ho was a prominent member of Aber- ystwyth Golf Club and during the war did use- ful work as chairman of the War Service Committee.

Teify Fishing. liORD LISBURNE INTERESTED. ASSOCIATION TO BE FORMED. The Earl of Lisburne p; esided over a public meeting at Lampeter on Wednesday for the purpose of considering the best means for improving the River Teify in view of com. plaints that the supply of fish was decreasing Considering the importance of the subject the attendance was small. The Hoad Bailiff (Mr Angus) said he believed the greatest losses in fish this year had been caused by the brooks d"ying up. Where the i^ter were very low the trouts were taken bj hecons and gulls. He suggested that if funds Lcoul<j be obtained the mstituti°n of a hatchorj on a small scale was advisable, or as ar alternative, stocking of the waters by the pur on a small scale was advisable, or as ar alternative, stocking of the waters by the pur chase of «yed_ova. He drew attention tJ ser iom pollution, especially by Lampeter gas, works. Mr T. R. Jones Pencader, said the Con. servators had been unfortunate in not engagin a proper staff of watchers. Major Harford doubted the statement of the Head Bailiff with regard, to Lampote' gasworks and pointed out that the read abovi had been tarred, and the Dulas and beei limed. As to scarcity of fish the same cofflj plaint prevailed throughout Great Britain. Mr Charles Lloyd, Waijnifor, premised a sul-j scription of E10 and Lord Lisburne S20 to t'o funds. Mr. Wilkinson said there was a possibilit. of increasing the funds by raising the Hcen duty. bir Lynn Thomas said it was a big prc-blei and proposed that an Association be formed Lieut. Lewes seconded that proposition allf it was carried. An Executive Committee wa appointed to take the necessary steps.

TRANSFER OF BUSINESS. MESSRS. R. ROBERTS AND SONS, ABERYSTWYTH. The business of timber merchant carriee on by Mr. D. C. Roberts at Aberystwy ih anc Lampeter has been sold to Mr. Griffith Coopei Evans, who will continue to carry cn :.h, business un-te" the name and style of Messrs R. Roberts and Sons. Established nearly eighty years ago, thf business is one of the oldest at Aberystwyth It was started by Mr. Hugh Roberts and M Griffith Thomas, uncles of Mr D. C. Roberts They were prominent residen n and highr, esteemed, having occupied important position* in civic and religious circles. On the death 01 Mr. Hugh Roberts, his brother (Mr. Richard Robert), who was a. chemist in Great Dark gate-street and a prominent public man, re linquished his own business in order to carr on the timber trade in conjunc eon with Mr Griffith Thomas. After the death of M Griffith Thomas in 1874, Mr. Richard Robev undertook the sole responsibility of -Ac bus ne,1'I until his dealh in 1876 Ho was sue ceeded by his son (Mr D. C. Roberts) who i addition to developing -the business in a su cessful and prosperous way. has drvdted lif long scrvice to public life in various dire tions. He was associated for many years v*it the municipal life of 'ihe town, having occi the municipal life of .he town, having occi pied the chief civic ohai'r, and has been pa ticuiarly interested in the administration < elemen iarv and university educati Ill. The history of the business is with the marvellous transformation hien h taken place in the industrial character Aberystwyth. Far many years the timb. trade was allied with shipbuilding. Loc sailing ships brought fimber across the A lantic until they were supplanted by No wegian and Danish vessels. With the intr duc'ion of steamships and the making, of t" Cambrian Railways, the prosperous days shipping at Aberystwyth gradually disappear* and Aberystwyth developed its natural ,art1 tions as a seaside resort and education centr Mr. D C. Roberts was interested in t "Edith Eleanor," the last ship built Aberystwyth. An indication of Mie chan which has taken place is shown by the fa that where old ship building and timt yards used to be there are n"w a t/v-rnce a several streets of boarding houses, includ Sou-,h-terrace, Sea View-place, South-ro- Rheidel-terrace. On tho site of South-terr thpT-e were a timber yard and a1, the cen of Sea View-nlace and South-road a saw 1 which Mr. D. C. Roberts acquired, in -6 from the representatives of the late Edtward Jonerc. son of Alderman Thrjrs Jones, a prominent e:/izen in his day td generation. :,W! was done in the o'.d-fashioned ^y by men working in saw pits until 1878 dm the firsi saw mill was erected. Mr. Griffith Cooper Evans, who has nn over the business, will continue it on ';beia1h lines as it has been carried on hithert and make development* in connec'don witf tbe reconstruction of the trade of -She CeirtrT. The whole of the presen staff wi l renail'ift his emnloy. He is a native of Manoli;ter, a nephew of the late Mr. ctiben Evans, one of the noble band of 'fndon Welshmen who founded the University ollege of Wales and a p-enerous supporter ofVVclsh movements and of Welshman. Mr. D. C. Roberts, in thanking Is cus- tomers for their past support. expreses the hope that similar support will be ext^dc^ to his successor and that jhe good relations which have existed between them and the ir" wi:} be continued.

-= DSVIL'S BRIOCE. SHEEP DOG TRIALS. Sheep Dog Trials were he!d on Tusdstf, this being the thirteenth annual event During those years several officials have gitn of thejr best to the Committee. Tli^ fir^ honorary secretaries were Messrs J. C. Jotes and T. Joneri. Hafoel Stores and RliiAeHj Hftusei respectively. Since then there have cn many including Mr T. J. Williams, and this time Mr Jam Davies Tan''J^irdll, was entrusted with the position and sudeq in giving every satisfaction. The ^hr officials were—Treasurer, Mr Matthew Efaifc, LI an. eithr; timekeeper Mr E. H- Gnfli-J)$, Pont- erwyd; starter. Mr J. D. LeV»s, Botcoll; judges Mr J. J. Hope, Abergw««k, Brecon.! shire and J. E. Raw, Tyllwyd, C\nystwyth" There were also sports and the fe^ral organ, iser was Mr W. J. Davies, D»lau- assisted by Mr T. J. Williams R.hosgoch. fh' hotel field was by the kind permission of Mr 1. L. Light, foot utilized. The morning vaewet byt it cleared later and a start wj;S made. The entrance to the field was decor&tfl with flags Union Jack and fla^s of Allies. It was the first peace sheep dog competition for the past fivrt years and in ovfyy respect a success* The second claiss carieon for com- petition first, there being eig,teen entries. The contest was very keen in' resulted as follows:—1 Mr T. Hopkins Caecwta; 2 divided between Mr T. Morris, Ibosyrhiw. and Mr Morgan Jones Maenarthur 3 divided between Mr M. Jones and tr D. Morris, Maenarthur; 4 Mr WfflHam S^ltins Dolwen, Ponterwyrl; 5 Mr R. MotS'M, Llyniarthau, P'onterwyd. After lunch the ,°>en .cUsb com. petition was held the first Friib beiqg a rilver cup value. B5 5s. and £ 2. Thefe were nilso second, third and fourth prices giyen. Fifteen competed, and the points 1ten In f^fmur of. Mr Morgan Jones, MaerArtftur, who was awarded the first prize tills giving him tha right of holding the cup for one year and winning outright S2 8,1; well lfhe second prize was won by Mr D. Philhpii crcftau, and the third by Mr Rhys Robeit; T^n^wm, Pont- rhydfendigaid. The fourth prize was awarded to Mr D. Moris, Rlhosythiiv. The awards for the best type resulted l Mr Rhys Roberts, Tyncwm, Bont; 2 Mr WlllinI11 John Morgan, Tymawr, Ysbytty Ystwyth; 3 Mr R. j. Evans. There was afterwards a Cotnpetltion for men to r>en tho sheep with°Ut a- Thp: prize w\as divided betweon J. Lcv.-is Williams, Ystumtuea co.operating with Brinley Richards, Ystumtuen- and Mr William Powell Fuchesgau, agisted by Mr David Watkin DavieSj TymELwr, ronterwyd. In the shfJep guessing comp^.titicn of giving an accurate estimate Wei-ght five were correct being equal an,} the first was divided between Messrs. B^*ard H°rkins, Rhos. tyddyn; Richard Morris Lewis Jones. David Davies- Dolau, and Misg Thomas Ponterwyd. Three beca-mie even sonds-Mr Josiah Mason Tony pan dy; Miss Davies, Tymawr, Pontartwyd; and ^r" "^a.ITles, Oohrhos. Races-—Young wool's ccjmpetitiorn 1 Miss Emily Anne Mason. Smelting Cottagef 2 M Minniel Davies, Tymawr, ponterwyd: 3 Miss Bessie Jenkins The Arch. Young men's race: 1 D. A. Jones lffa.^a.rthnr'> 2 B J. Thomas, Cwmeidion; 3 DaVM Morris, Rhosyrhiw. The function was well. Patronlsed by farmers from the surrounding districtg and also by visitors, and the Ooronaittefe are to be congratulated. DEVIL'S BRIDGE HOLDING. Mr E. R. Dsvies, t the Lion Hotel, on Mon- day offered for the small holding of Bwlchgwvnt Devi1 s Bndg0. It was withdrawn at £ 21o. Messrs. Smith and Davies were tha vendors solicitors.

CH|LDREN'S ERA.. On the closla day of the Summer School of Social Servi some of the, Welsh leaders of religious and social thought were entertained to lunch by T. Vivian Rees, when the aims and methods of the children's era mpvement in their c-p-.iel application to Wale; received careful and entlillq-iaotic consideration. Among thogg present were Professors W. J. Gruffydd, M.A. and Percy E. Wajtkins of the University College. Cardiff; Prof. D. MiaJI Edwards, M.A. Memorial College, Brecon: the Rev. Gwilyin ■ pavies M.A.; Messrs. William George, of. (jriccieth, and John Owen, of Chester; Migj Mary Ellis H.M.I, of Penarth; and Miss Rowlands, of Bangor, j

IMPORTANT CHANCES CONTEMPLATED. PROPOSED DIOCESE OF LLANBADARN. We lern from a reliabJIB source tfuatJ a forward movement is contemplated by the new governing body of the Church in Wales. Now that the Church is freed from the fetters of the Stata the way is clear for sdlf-govern- ment and reform. Wales is to be formed into a province with its own archbishops and four new dioceses will be formed out of the old as soon as possible after March 31st, 1920, so that Wales will contain in all about eight dioceses. What will interest the people of central Wales is the proposed restoration of the ancient eliocosie of LlanbadarnC Fawr. The first episcopal see cf Llanbadarn wlls formed by St. Padarn founder of the Church, who b(ame its first bishop. Padarn presided over the see for twenty-one years and was sue.. ceeaed by Cynoc. The see flourished for about 200 .years when it lost its episcopal privileges, and the Church was then annexed to the see of St. David's. The Bishop of Llanbadarn was one of the deputation appointed by the andant British Church to meet St. Augustine in 596 to resist the encroachments which were apprehended from the Church of Rome, by opposing any attempt on the part of that missionary to establish the supremacy of the Pope over the British Church. Tha restored see will probably not ba co- terminous with the old; but will include the whole of Cardiganshire, as wall as portions of Montgomery and Merioneth, now in the Diocese of Bangor and will cover the whale area between the two rivers-the Dysynni and the Tcify. The noble and historic church of Llanbadarn will, of course, be the Cathedral Church of the new diocese and the sea will be named after it. Now is the time for the Corporation of Aberyswyth to take a wide and wise view of its responsibilities and take measures forth, with to extend its boundaries so as to include the village of Llanbadarn and hereby obtain for itself the dignity of a city.

COMPTON COMEDY. CO. Many pleasant memories will be recalled by the visit of the Compton Comedy Company to the Pavilion, Aberystwyth, next week. The repertoire they are offering on this visit in- cludes a round of plays that will appeal to lovers of good theatrical fare. The leading feminine parts will be portrayed by Miss Nell Compton one of the late Mr. Edward iuSS NELL COMPTON. Compton's talented daughters; also by Miss Marie Hassa 1, and Miss Kathleen Leigh; while the male leading parts. are in the very cap- able hands of Mr. H. Worrall-Thompson Mr Henry Croacker, M: Phillip Gordon, and Mr". Murray Hathorn. All these people are old Comptonians and were members of Mr. Comp- ton's original famous company. They are offering the following programme:—Monday, "The School for &anda, Sheridan's immor- tal comedy; Tuesday, "She Stoop. to Con- quer, Oliver Goldsmith's masterpiece; Wed- nesday, "Davy Garrick," as played by Comp- ton's over 2,000 times; Thursday, "The Rivals," Sheridaoi's oomedy of "Manners at the Bath"; Friday, "The School for Scandal," Sheridan's; and Saturday, "Davy Garrick," played over 2,OCO times by the Compton, Comedy Company. p4074 p4-074

ABERYSTWYTH CHORAL UNION. ConductorProf. H. WALFORD DAVIES, Mus. Doc APPLICATION forms for Membership may be obtained from -he Secretary (T. Lewis Old) at the Music Warehouse, Terrace-road. Forms of application for Membership of the Orchestral Society may also be obtained as above. a358 rPHH DEUDRAETH RURAL DISTRICT 1- COUNCIL invite apolications (to reach me by the 22ad Sept) for the office of Surveyor of Highways for the District comprising of 9 pirishes and 104 miles of District Roads, under the general supervision of, and in con. sultation with the late Surveyor (now the Inspector of the Council'. Salary JE80 a year inclusive. The person. "ppointerlwill be required to attend the Monthly Meetings of the Council and to make up the pay sheets, etc. Preference will be given (the qualifica- tions and fitness being equal) to a person who has served in one of the Forces. The applica- tion should state age, previous experience, and be accompanied by recent testimonials. THOMAS ROBERTS, Clerk to the Council. Portmadoc, Sept. 3rd, 1919. D375 MERIONETHSHIRE AGRICULTURAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. SEASON 1919-1920. COAL FOR AGRICULTURAL PURPOSES. FARMERS desiring a supply ot COAL for JD AGRICULTUKAL PURPOSES In excess of the Scheduled quantity should forthwith communicate with the LOCAL FUEL OVERSEER (having jurisdiction over the District in which they reside) or to their REGISTERED MERCHANTS from either of whom the requisite forms of applications are obtainab e. R. ROBERTS JONES, Chief Executive Officer. St. Ann's Chambers, Barmouth. 1st September, 1919. n377 MERIONETHSHIRE AGRICULTURAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. HARVEST FURLOUGH FOR MEN ON HOME SERVICE. THE following instruction* has been issned by the War Office to all Commands at Home. Leave for a period of seven days may be granted by Commanding Officers to soldiers for the purpose of collecting the harvest. This leave may be extended by Commanding Officers at their discretion." It is desirable that such applications be supported with a recommendation by the Agricultural Executive Committee Applications in pursuance of the above Memorandum should forthwith be forwarded to me. R, ROBERTS JONES. Chief Executive Officer. St. Ann's Chambers, Barmouth, 1st Sept., 1919. n376 ABERAYRON COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL. THE NEXT SESSION WILL begin on Tuesday, September 16th, 1919. All new pupils including Scholars and Teacher Candidates are required to attend at the School at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 15th, 1919. DANIEL JENKINS, Clerk to the Governors. 4, Greenland Terrace, Aberayron. s363 BOROUGH OF ABERYSTWYTH. COLLECTION OF RATES. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that all Poor Rates, General District Rates, and Water Rates due in respect of any premises within the Borough of Aberystwyth are to be paid to me forthwith at my Office, Town Hall, Aberystwyth, where I shall be in attend- ance every week day, except Saturday, between the hours of 9-30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sat- urday between 9-30 a.m. to 12 p.m. I shall, without further notice, be compelled to take legal proceedings for all rates remain- ing unpaid after Wednesday, the 10th day of Setpember, 1919. THOMAS WILLIAMS. Collector. Town Hall. Aberystwyth, August 28th, 1919. 8 T. ELLIS & C«. SPECIAL DISPLAY OF ATTRACTIVE SCARVES For A utumn Wear. ■ We are now showing in our I Windows a most comprehensive range of new Scarves for the Autumn in a great variety of colors and fabrics. They are most attractive in appearance and are the prevailing Fashion for the coming Season. Prices range from 13111 up I SPECIAL EXHIBIT also THIS WEEK of the NEWEST MILLINERY from thQ Centres ot Fashion. 5he Shop for Novelties and Fashion- 29, 31, 35, 37, TERRAC EROAD, ABERYSTWYTH. ■ J ( It isn't 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 Camtrla Shoe Stores. REPAIRS A SPECIALITY. NEAt. T Skilled Workmanship. I Prices Moderate I mmmmm DAVID WILLIAMS (The Foot Specialist), 3, NORTH PARADE, ABERYSTWYTH. '?': OFFICIAL AGENT FOR DR. SCHOLL'S ORTHOPEDIC FOOT .1 APPLIANCES. I Cambrian News, i ABERYSTWYTH. w—MMMM—W^ Printing, t Lithographing, Die Stamping, Book Binding, Machine Ruling, &C &c., &C,. Largest and best equipped Works in Three Counties. t Full Linotype Installation. Wholesale & Retail Stationers and Coarse Paper Merchants. Mr. ROBERT G. JONES, F.A.I., Auctioneer, Valuer, and Land Agent, CARNARVON. Sales of Freehold and Leasehold Properties, Furniture Machinery Etc., undertaken. Valuations for all Purposes. Agricultural Work a Speciality. Head Office: Castle-square, Carnarvon; also at Harlech. Merionethshire n733 An Armjv Order renders all warrant~officers, non_aommissioned officers and men who enlisted voluntary prior to July 1, 1916, eligible for I demobilisation as soon as the exigencies of the service permit. The despatch for their release, if they have not volunteered for Armies of Occupation will be completed by November l&t j next, subject to the ratification of the Peace I Treaty by the German Government and to the l necessary transport being available. WHO SAID MEAT? When Registering for MEAT, DON'T FORGET LLEW ROWLANDS, 9, NORTH PARADE, ABERYSTWYTH, Phone, 97. Who has served 4 years with the Royal Engineers, from March. 1915, to March, 1919, and who will Serve You Well with Meat H367 Superb Leather Goods iff I Ladies' Vanity Bags, In great variety, from 3s 6d. î i 1 1- Gent's Dressing Cases, ) from I gs. 6d. to any figure. k f P067- CARD 4 ( Writing Cases, In real and imitation leather, fittect ready for use, from 2s. 6d. Gents' Purses, Leather, Pigskin and Morocco, from Is. 6d. -711 Pocket Wallets and Treasury Noter, Cases. All Prices. Fitted also for photo. 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