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BIRTHS, MARRIAGES. DEATHS BIRTHS. JONES.—On Sunday, June 5th. at Ncddfa Cottage, Ynysybwl, the wife of Rev W. B Jones, Baptist Minister, of a daughter. MCELLIGOTT.—At 4, Victoria Drive, Mount Florida, Glasgow, on the 2nd instant, the wife of John McElligott, Esq., of a son. x RENWICK.—On the 6th instant, the wife of W. H. Renwick, Esq., Penarth, of a son. MARRIAGES. GRIFFITHS—OWF.N.—.June 7th, at Penyffroes, Pem., by tho Rev J. G. Morris, David J. Griffiths, Cardiff, to Frances, eldest daughter of the late Captain Owen, Barley Mow, Newport, Pembrokeshire. No cards. JON k:S-IAN'G'IAID. -June 5th, at Victoria-road Con- gregational Church, by the Rev T. Anthony, B.A., Arthur P. Joiie?, son of the late Captain Abraham Jones, Newport, to Maud, eldest daughter of Mr William Langmaid, late of Newport. No cards. LEWIS—PitossER—June 6th, at St. Luke's Church, Pontnewyuydd, Tom Davies, eldest son of Mr q. G. Lewis, BecwsM. to Emma, second and youngest daughter of Wm. Prosser, Esq., The Grove, Pontnew- ynydd. 884 MITCHELL—DAVIES.—On 7th June, at the Church of St. Woollos, Newport, by the Rev G. G. Williams, cousin of the bridegroom, Alford C. Mitchell, youngest son of Colonel Mitchell, of Newport, to May Davies, Holme Lea, Stow Park, Newport, daughter of the late W. E. Davies, Esq., of Newport. PENGKLL -SMALI.DP.IDGE.—At Diamond street hapel, on the 7th, by the Rev J. O. Keen, D.D., William Thomas, eldest son of Thomas Ball Pengelly, to Alice Maud, third daughter of John Smalldridge, of Roath, late of Docks. 942 PHEA^EY—JOHNS.—.June 6 (Whit-Menday), at St. Mark's Church, Newport, by Rev T. Ll. Lister, M.A., Wilfrid Pheasey, Llanfrechfa, Moiu, to Alice Lid- dington, eldest daughter of W. N. Johns, Newport. WILLEY—GLASIER.—On June 4th, at St Marie's Church, Newport, by Rev Father Richardson, Edward Herbert, second son of E. W, Willey, Esq., C)ytha Park, Newport, to Mary Kate, only daughter of the late Geo. Williom Glasier, Esq., M.D., of Lincoln. DEATHS. pMD.-june 3, at his residence, Ashley House, Rich- mond-road, Cardiff, John Edward Bird, aged 63 years. Deeply regretted. 762 COURTIS.—Monday, May 30th, at Naples Hospital, William Henry Courtis, of Windsor-road, Penarth, Local Manager to the Taff Coal Company. Aged 26 years. CRITCHLE-I.-On 2nd inst., at 40, Capel-street, New- port, William Frederick Critchley, aged 34 years. FOWNES.—On Friday, 3rd inst., at 20, Claude-road, Cardiff, Geo. E. Fownes, aged 33. Funeral at two o'clock, Monday. 755 HARRIES.—On June 5th, at 118, Bute-street, Tre- r herbert, John Harries, Overman Lady Margaret Col- liery, aged 42 years. Funeral will leave for Treorky on Thursday, at 3 o'clock. 926 JENKINS.—At 31, Sand-street, Dowlais, on the 4th ittbr-, Gwenllian Jenkins, relict of the late Wm. Jenkins. No wreaths. 1689 JoH, -On Thursday, at 30, Ruthin Gardens, Jenkin John, aged 44. MOnGAN-On June 8th, at Tynewydd, Ogmore Vale, John Morgan, Boot and Shoe Warehouse. Funeral will leav by 1.30 p.m. train on Saturday for Calvin- istie Methodist Cemetery, Llantrisant. 171L NEYILL-On the 5th instant, at Crewkerne, Somerset, Richard Nevill, J.P., D. L., Valinfoel House, Llanelly, aged 75 years. PHELPS.—On Monday, Joseph Frederick Phelps, at 2, Bute-terrace, Aberdare. PRICE.—At his residence, Talgarth, Breconshire, June 4, Mr Thtvul Price, aged 75 years deeply regretted. RKES.—On the oth inst., at 16, Henrietta-street, Swansea. Eos Morlais, aged 51 years. SANK KY.— On Saturday, June 4th, at Bryn Taff, Llan- daff, Charles aged 581 -8

jpttbltg floticis. LIQUEUR FABRIQUEE A LA GDE. JLJ CHARTREUSE. NOTICE, I, the Beverend GABRIEL ALFRED GREZIER, Procurator of the Monastery of La. Grande Chartreuse in France, give notice that I am the sole Proprietor by Assignment, from the Reverend John Francis Gamier, now deceased (whose name in religion was Loois Gamier) of the liqoeur known as Grande Chartreuse," or Ch-t-use," and that any person forging, or counterfeiting, or colorably imitating my labels, or brands, or seals, or bottles, or filling, or refilling my bottles with liqueur not manufactured by me, or the said Louis Garnier at the said Monastery or selling liqueur not so manufactured under the name of "Gnnde Chartreuse," or •' Chartreuse," or any other name, description, or designation, of which the name Chartreuse forms part, will be proceeded*ag»inst under the Merchandise Marks Act, 1887, or otherwise as the law directs. Notice is also given that 15 Injunctions have been granted in my favor by the Chancery Division of the High Court of Justice. j In the recent action of Grezier v. Zieoner tt Co., the defendants were perpetually restrained from sell- ing, or offering, or advertising for sale, under the name of Chartreuse liqueur which had not been manufactured by me, or the said Louis Garmier at the said; Monastery. Sole consignee for the United Kingdom, W. Doyle, 35, Crutched Friars, London, E.C., from whom all in- formation respecting Drice lists, shipping, &c., can be obtained. (Signed) G. A. GREZIER. FOOKS, CHADWICK, ARNOLD & CHADWICK, 60, Carey-Street, Lincoln's Inn, London, Solicitors for the said G. A. Grfcrier. 14795 WARNEIVS "SAFE" CURE FOR ALL KIDNEY AND LIVER TROUBLES. WARNER'S" SAFE CU H]) FOR GENERAL DEBILITY AND jgRIGHTS DISEASE. BACKACHE, DROPSICAL SWELLINGS, FICKLE APPE- TITE, PALPITATION OF THE HEART, ABNORMAL APPEARANCE OF THE FLUIDS PASSED, FEMALE IRREGULARITIES, GENERAL LASSITUDE AND WEAK- NESS, INDIGESTION, Biliousness ARE BUT SYMPTOMS OF DISORDERED KIDNEYS AND LIVER, AND QUICKLY YIELD TO WARNER'S SAFE CURE. WE DO NOT OVERSTATE THE CASE. ITS CLAIMS ARE UNIMPEACHABLE. I THOUSANDS OF TESTIMONIALS. PROCLAIMING ITS MERITS ARE ON FILE AND MAY BE EXAMINED. ASK YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGH- BOURS ABOUT IT. SOLD BY AJU> CHEMISTS AND MEDICINE VENDORS. PAMPHLET MAILED FREE ON APPLICATION TO H. H. WARNER & CO. (LIMITED), 86, CLERKKNWKLL-ROAD. LONDON E C. F. E. QUNNING (Late HALL, REYNOLDS, & Co., LIMITED), WOOLSTAPIiER, CORN, SEED, CAKE, IMPLEMENT, AND MANURE MERCHANT. 28, WOMANBY-STREET, CARDIFF, Sole Agent for Blackstone and Co.'s Hrst Prize Celebrated TAUNTON HAYMAKERS AND HORSE RAKES Powell Brothers and Whitaker's First Prize Cambrian an Prince of Wales MOWERS AND REAPERS. MACHINES AND FITTINGS OF EVERY DES' CRiPTlON supplied to order on the shortest nctice. Lists sent Post Free on application. Special terms quoted. r[IE=.-Complete Set, One Guinea -JL Five years' warranty. GOODMAN AND Co., 56, Queen-st., Cardiff 130411114 ROGERS' AK ALES AND PORTERS, In 4% Gallon Casks and Upwards. PALE AND MILD ALES from lOd. per Gallon PORTEB AND UTS.from Is per Gallon BRY, BRISTOL. CARDIFF STORES WORKING-STREET. NEWPORT STOIUM. COMMERCIAL-BUILDINGS CHEPMW STOWM- BEA.UFOKP-SQUABE. Applications for purchasing agencies to be made to the Brewery. 13966 2475 <

SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 1892. BEFORE THE STRUGGLE. PARLIAMENT met on Thursday after the holidays to transact the necessary business before the Dissolution. Many who left Westminster before Whitsuntide took their final adieu of the present Government, in- tending to devote all their attention to their constituencies in view of thecoming struggle. Although no definite date has or can be fixed for the Dissolution, it is agreed on all bands that it will take place before the end of the present month, and immediately following the Unionist Conventionin Belfast. Meanwhile there is a lull in politics which foretells the coming storm. But while the leaders of the political parties are just now quiet there are many kites being sent up to test public feeling, and many devices adopted by the enemy for the purpose of alienating feeling where they cannot hope to elicit support or win the confidence of the electors. Whoever knew of an election boing conducted by the Tory party without the aid of some bogus party cry, generally of a national character ? and one point of interest for Liberals and Radicals alike is as to the election cry of the Tory and Unionist party. The "Empire in Danger" is worn thread- bare, and has become impotent to create any alarm in the minds of the most timid elector. The PRIME MINISTER at Hastings sent up two kites, which have had a disastrous effect upon his party. His seditious twaddle about Ulster fighting has been laughed to scorn, and the best men of his party regret deeply that a Minister of the Crown should give vent to such un- constitutional and absurd statements even on the eve of a general election. Neither was he more successful in talking Protection. It is significant of the failure of these two experimental cries that the PP-inz MINISTER himself saw the necessity to explain away his Ulster seditions, while half his chief supporters have felt themselves bound to deal similarly with his observations on Protection. No- thing would assist the Liberal party more than that Lord SALISBURY and his sup- porters should continue to talk sedition about Ulster, and preach Protection. There is little fear, however, that these cries will be made use of in the coming General Election, and it is interesting to see what will be the great shibboleth of the Tory and Unionist party. That there will be a cry is beyond doubt, for a party of privilege and the supporters of class legislation are afraid of nothing so much as a plain unvarnished issue between their tactics and the principles of the great Liberal party. South Wales—the Princi- pality generally-may be trusted to give a good account of its sturdy Radicalism and adherence to progressive principles in the contest but there is need to raise a voice of warning against the manoeuvres of local Tory wirepullers and the writers in the Tory organs. During the last few years the question of the direct representation of Labour in the House of Commons has been kept well to the front, and several attempts have been made, with varying success, to form what is termed a Labour party. The Labour Electoral Association of Great Britain, which has for its object the return of Labour representatives, has just con- cluded its annual conference, and a Labour journal is making a vigorous attempt to form an Independent Labour party. We watch with satisfaction the organi- | sation of advanced and progressive political opinion, whether it be in Liberal and Radical Associations or in Labour Leagues, but there is just the liability that these new political Labour organisations may be used to weaken pro- gressive power instead of strengthening it. j Indeed the Tory party are watching with sinister eyes the movements of the Labour party,"and hoping that when Labour repre- sentatives are seen in opposition to chosen Liberal candidates in a three-cornered fight the Tory candidate may be let in. A good illustration of these tactics has been provided at Cardiff daring the present week. We have been treated to the instructive picture of a Tory and Unionist journal, the supporter of Mr JOHN GUNN, the Unionist candidate, going into ecstasies and leaded type with big headings over the announcement that negotiations are going forward for the ap- pearance of a strong Labour candidate for Cardiff. It matters not that the Labour leaders of Cardiff deny all knowledge of these mysterious "negotiations;" the Tory journal still adheres to its "important" statement in the hope of deceiving any weak supporters of Sir EDWARD REED, and bringing them to believe that there is dissatisfaction with and distrust of their representative. We mention this as being a typical case of the tactics adopted by the Tory party. Working men should remember that their interests are bound up with the success of the Liberal party, and any attempt to "pat them on the back by the Tory candidate or Tory journal should be treated with more than a little suspicion. Nothing can be better for the success of the Liberal party than the preservation of a clear issue between themselves and their opponents. But judging by the tactics adopted it seems to be the first duty of Tories to cloud the issue and to fan discontent and strife wherever possible among the Liberal electors. In the coming struggle it is the duty of Liberal electors, whether thay belong to Radical and Liberal Associations, Trades Unions, and Labour Leagues, or to neither of these bodies, to vote straight for the adopted Liberal candi- date in their division. To the extent that they do this will they be aiding progressive legislation. Any Liberal elector who abstains from doing this, either through personal pique or indifference, or votes for a Unionist or Tory candidate—whether that candidate professes to favour the labourer or not—will be assisting to perpetuate class monopoly and class legislation, and helping to delay the progress of beneficent legislation which the Liberal party has struggled for with increasing success since the first Reform Act.

INDIAN OILS AND MINERALS. WITH the exception of one officer the whole staff of the Geological Survey in India were engaged in investigations as to the minerals of our Eastern Empire. Seven officers were engaged in the coal and oil fields of Burma, Assam, Baluchistan, etc. one was engaged in verifying the tin-yielding capacity of Mergui, and another was deputed to ex- amine the country traversed by the Miranzai expedition. In South India the im- portant areas of possible gold and iron occurrence were localised, and the remainder of the district was examined without discovering any further auriferous tracts in that direction. Debris from the borehole put down for an artesian well during the year close to Madras disclosed the existence of rocks belonging to the corl- bearing series below the surface beds. A consignment of steatite from the Kurnool beds was sent to London in response to a request by a firtn who were ready to try whether Indian steatite could take the place of German steatite for gas burners. The mica industry is being opened up in the Nellore district; pieces of clear flawless crystal, two or three feet each way, having been produced. Further investigations of the coal area at Daltonganz, in Chotia Nagpur, lead the geologists to report that this coalfield would not meet the demand of the proposed rail- way thither. The coal outcrops in the Darjeeling foot hills do not on further exploration turn out favourably for success- fid mining. The copper ores of this region have been tested; the average yield of copper is 12 per cent. on the ore by native methods but a random sample treated scientifically yielded 31 per cent. of copper, and it is believed a paying return would be obtained by economical working after European methods. The year's survey of the coal indications in Goalpara failed to discover any workable coal but application has been made by a private company for a prospecting licence in the Darangiri field of that district. Nothing has been found regarding the earth oil sources of Baluchistan; and the only source that has been thoroughly prospected was that at Elaltan, whence 119,500 gallons were yielded during the year. Boreholes are being sunk with the hope of coming upon oil nearer the railway line. Tin exploration in Mergui has yielded satisfactory results; a strong outcrop of ore-bearing rock has been bit upon, from which very encouraging samples of tinstone were obtained; rich alluvial deposits of tin have been proved, and sufficient breadth of good tin area has been demarcated to satisfy syndicates ex- perienced in the operations in the Malay Peninsula, who are now applying for prospecting and working leases of the bear- ing lands in the Maliwoon region to the south of Mergui.

FUNERAL OF ALD. MORRIS, CARMARTHEN. The mortal remains of Alderman John Morris, J.P., Carmarthen, were interred in the Cemetery on Wednesday morning amidst tokens of genuine mourning, the shutters being put up in the establishments of the town and blinds drawn in houses en route. The funeral, although private, was attended by the brethren of St. Peter's (Freemasons') Lodge, and around the grave were several members of the Corporation, and a large concourse of spectators witnessed the performance of the last rites by the Rev D. J. Thomas, Congregational minister. The chief mourners were Mr Frederick Jones, ironmonger, Guildhall- square (brother-in-law of the deceased); Master Percy Williams (nephew); and Mr Williams, Liverpool (cousin). The coffin was of polished oak, with handsome brass fittings, and on the breastplate the following words were engraved :— "John Morris, died June 4-th, 1892, aged 63." A large number of floral tributes were sent by sympathising friends. Tbe general furnisher was Alderman W. R. Edwards, J. P. tbe undertaker being Mr Llewellyn, St. Peter's-street.

SHOT IN A DANCING SALOON. SEQUEL TO A QUARREL ABOUT A YOUNG WOMAN. NEW YORK, Thursday.—Bob Ford, formerly a notorious train robber, and who is also well known as the man who ten years ago killed the famous outlaw, Jesse James, of whose gang Ford himself was a member, was yesterday shot and killed at Creede, Colorado, by Deputy-sheriff Kelly in a dancing-saloon kept by Ford at that place. The two men had quarrelled about a young woman. Kelly, fearing the vengeance of Ford's brother, James, afterwards shot him, too. Bob Ford had for some time past been fearful of being shot, and had had a number of mirrors so arranged in his saloon as to enable him from any point in the room to scrutinize those entering. As Kelly entered the door Ford tried to draw his revolver, but the deputy-sheriff was too quick for hi m.—Renter.

WOMEN AND CHILDREN KILLED BY LIGHTNING. MADRID, Thursday.—A terrible hailstorm, causing great destruction to crops, broke over the town and district of Linares, in the province of Jaen. Two women and two children living in a cottage in an open field near the town were killed by lightning. It is presumed they were hasten- ing to take refuge from the storm, as their bodies, which were dreadfully burned, were found close to the cottage, which was completely carbonized. BetUer,.

TRAGic DEATH OF AN M.P. The Pres3 Association telegraphs :—A tragic incident occurred on Monday to an M.P. in connection with the opening of the new public park at Herne Hill, known as Brockwell Park. Lord Rosebery had just declared the park open, and the local notablities were conversing in groups, and Mr Hubbard, a county councillor, had introduced Mr Thomas Bristowe, the Conservative member of the constituency, to Dr Vernon, who is to stand as the Liberal candidate for the Division at the next election, and the two chatted for some few minutes together. Mr Bristowe then left the group and walked into the Park Mansion with Lord Rosebery and several other gentlemen. A few minutes afterwardsa cry was raised for Dr Vernon. Mr Bristowe having been suddenly seized with a fit. He, with Dr Harris, another member of the London County Council, and another medical gentleman were quickly in attendance, but the hon. member never rallied and expired about noon. This painful incident caused the greatest consternation, Mr Bristowe being well known to the majority of those present, and cast quite a gloom over the pro- ceedings. Mr Bristowe was a member of the firm of Bristowe Brothers, and was on the Com- mittee of the Stock Exchange from 1868 to 1885. since which year he has sat in the House as Conservative member for Norwood.

A POISONED FOUNTAIN DRINKING WATER SWARMING WITH BACTERIA. A mysterious case of poisoning is being investigated by Mr Churton, the Cheshire coroner, at Chudlow, near Malpas. A Mrs Sudlow and her two children were seized with violent internal pains, and one of the children eventually died from utter exhaustion. The back premises of the house in which the family lived were in a wretched state, and near the pump from which they obtained drinking water was a quantity of decomposed vegetable and animal matter. At the adjourned in- quest yesterday the analyst reported tbat the water was swarming with bacteria, and was quite unfit for drinking. Mr Thursfield, an authority on the subject, said he could not re- concile the post-mortem appearances or the symptoms with the effects of the bad water. He pointed out that only three out of seven people who been drinking the water in question were taken ill.—Tbe inquest was again adjourned for fuller post-mortem examination to be made.

FATAL FALL FROM A "FLYING TRAPEZE." On Thursday, at the Cardiff Town-haJl, Mr E. B. Reece, district coroner, conducted the resumed inquiry into the circumstances attending the death of Henry Murphy, aged 24, who died early on Tuesday morning, at No. 89, Little Clifton- street, Roath. Additional evidence was given as to the accident at the World's Fair" by James Sullivan, who said that Murphy, while riding along the flying trapeze," missed his hold, and fell into the net. He then endeavoured to struggle out of the net, but fell to the ground, a distance of about five feet. Murphy fell on the back of his head, and was temporarily stunned, but, on recovering, got up and walked home. Deceased did not complain of being hurt at all.—The evidence of Dr Afflech was to the effect that he was-called to see deceased early on Tuesday morning, and found him lying in bed dead. Witness did not observe any external marks on the body. With the assistance of Dr Patterson he made a post- mortem examination yesterday, and found a frac- ture of the base of the skull. In his opinion deceased died from compression of the brain, the fall which deceased had at the World's Fair" probably accelerating death.—After hearing the coroner's summing up the jury returned a verdict of Accidental death."—The friends of Murphy thanked Mr Reece for the impartial way in which he had con- ducted the inquiry, also remarking that they were quite satisfied with the medical evidence.

BRITON FERHY FIRE BRIGADE. The fire brigade recently organised for the protection of the town of Briton Ferry, Glamor- gan, is going ahead. The energetic officers, Captain Griffiths, Lieutenants Harris and Rickard, and the secretary, Mr R. H. Rowlands, may now be congratulated on the possession of a bran new Merryweather "Greenwich" steam fire-engine, which was publicly tested on the Canal bank last week. Before the trial, a pro- cession was formed, the brigade mounted the new engine outside the captain's house, the Glamorgan Band played their liveliest airs, and the Briton Ferry Cycling Ciub brought up the rear. The engine fire was lit while en route and steam raised to lOOlbs. pressure in eight minutes, showing the advantage of the Merryweather fire- engines having the fire door at the back, thus saving valuable time in getting up steam while travelling to a fire. The brigade has also pur- chased a. patent Telescopic" fire escape, hose, uniforms, and other apparatus from Messrs Merryweather, who have made similar engines for London, Manchester, Bath, Coventry, Wol- verhampton, Hull, Pontefract, Wigan, Inverness, and many other towns.

For the St. George's contest at Bisley 1,844 Volunteers have entered

THE REPRESENTATION OF CARDIFF. The Labour Candidate Romance. Much amusement has been caused in Cardiff by the reiterated assurances of our Conservative con- temporary tbat a Labour candidate will come forward in the borough at the impending general election. Investigation by recognised Labour leaders in the town reveals the fact that no serious importance is to be attached to the state- ments made in our contemporary. As the result of inquiries, the whole thing resolves into a very simple matter, capable of easy explanation. It would seem that a few weeks ago Mr W. Tyler Hammond, of Cowbridge-road, Canton, wrote to Mr Cuninghame Graham, M.P., asking what his views were as to the candidature of a Labour representative in Cardiff at the forthcoming election. Mr Graham replied that if there was a. likelihood of success be thought Cardiff would be a good field; and he mentioned Mr Thorne, of the Gasworkers' Union, as a possible candidate. This is the sum and substance of the mysterious negotiations to which reference has been made, and on this frail foundation the Western Mail has built its elaborate super- structure. We do not know whether Mr Tyler Hammond claims to act. as the mouthpiece of the working-classes of Cardiff. It is difficult to con- ceive of any man not overcome by a colossal vanity venturing to speak in the name of the working-classes ot a town in which he is himself a stranger. But it is in this light of an official mouthpiece that the Western Mail will insist on regarding him. For aught we know Mr Hammond may be a very estimable gentleman but we believe he has only lived in Cardiff a few brtef months, and so far as the Labour causo in the Welsh metropolis is concerned he is an absolutely unknown man. He has, of course, a. perfect right to seek tht opinion of Mr Cuninghame Graham, or of any other jackdaw of polttics on the representation of Cardiff, but when our contemporary gives to the private communi- cation of an individual citizen all the importance of a State document and the potency of leaded type, it is time to make a protest. It is well known that Sir Edward Reed during bis Parlia- mentary career has in an especial degree won the confidence of the working classes, and the work- ing men of Cardiff will countenance no opposition to & man who has served them faithfully and well, and has watched over their interests with anever- csasing vigilance. Mr John Gunn's Candidature. TO THE EDITOR. SIB,—Is Mr John Gunn truly serious in his candidature for the representation of Cardiff? I don't think he believes that he has a ghost of a chance Why, then, put the borough through the turmoil and to the inconvenience and loss of a useless contest? There are worthier, more benevolent objects upon which he could lavish his excess of wealth and earn for himself lasting gratitude. But vanitas vanilatum.—I am. &c., Grangetown, June 8th. DREF SEVAN. A TORY CANDIDATE FOR SWANSEA. A combined meeting of the Conservatives and Liberal Unionist Associations was held at the Salisbury Club, Swansea, on Wednesday even- ing, to hear an address from the Hon. Seymour F. Ormsby Gore, tbe candidate for Swansea town, recommended by the Executive of the Association. Mr Roger Bock presided. Mr GoRE, in the course of a speech 10 which he gave bis political views at some length, said he proposed with their assistance to carry on the contest in an impersonal manner. They had now been represented for a very long time by a gentle- man who at present was in the enjoyment of a green old age, and he merely proposed to let him enjoy the happiness and rest which they all looked forward to when they arrived at a similar period of life. For that purpose he desired to relieve him of these Parliamo tary duties which were so very great an addition to his labours. He desired to treat him with the courtesy and deference due to a man of his age. He was told by some persons that he came to Swansea to fight a hopeless battle. That was not so. There was no fortress of opinion which bad not been stormed. There were not bastions of prejudice which had not been successfully assailed, and if they would help to storm the stronghold he thought they might win the grandest victory the Tory and Liberal Unionist parties had achieved during the century. (Applause.) In reply to Mr J. P. Martin, the candidate expressed himself in favour of leasehold enfran- chisement with fair compensation, and, in re- sponse to a further question with regard to Sun- day-closing, he said ho was in favour of the con- tinuation of the existing state of affairs. Mr Spring proposed, and Mr Williams seconded, a resolution selecting Mr Gore as the candidate, and pledging their support in the ensuing election.—This was carried without dis- sent. Mr GORE, in returning thanks, asked if they would allow him to give them his answer in a few days, as he wished to confer with the leaders of the party and with the members of his family, but he thought he could promise them that his reply would be in the affirmative. The meeting then separated.

THE RURAL POPULATION. A Manifesto. NO PURPOSE TO SERVE." The Rural World, the official organ of the Rural Labourers' League, publishes a manifesto from the League to the rural population, signed by Mr Jesse Collings, M.P.,Mr Austen Chamber- lain, M.P., and Mr Stanton, Secretary. The manifesto, which is published in view of the near approach of a general election, calls attention to the numerous measures passed by the present Parliament, and states that the considera- tion of these measures shows that more use- ful legislation to rural and town working classes has been enacted during the period the Uuionist Government has been in power than during any similar period within the last genera- tion. It is clear, continues the manifesto, that the Gladstonians, while they Jnay talk on other matters, have one object-Boale Rule—in view before everything else; and the rural as well as the town voters would make a grievous mistake is supporting any Home Rule candidate at the approaching contest. The manifesto concludes, We aSk, te labourers, for the sake of their wives and families, to support the Unionist party, who have a. six years' record of good, honest work actually done, and who have many further valuable measures in hand, which will be passed into law if they remam in power. We have no purpose to serve but the true interests of the labourers, and desire only to place facts before them."

FASHIONABLE MARRIAGE AT NEWPORT. At St John's Church, Maindee, Newport, on Thursday, the marriage was celebrated of Miss Ethel Alice Cov youngest daughter of the late Mr John Cory (Cory Sons and Co., Cardiff), St Julian's, Newport 'and lr Charles Firbank, son of the late Joseph Firbank, J.P., ex-High Sheriff of Monmouthshire. The service, which was fully choral, was conducted by the Rev J. Swinnerton, AI. A. vicar of Maindee, assisted by the Rev T. Tituius. The church was crowded by a large and fashionable congregation, the ladies of the congregation bemg. resplendent in summer dresses of various hups. The bride, who wore a neh white corded silk dress, with bodice artistically trimmed with embroidered chiffon, a.nd plain skirt and train, was covered with rich silk veil, and she wore as ornaments a diamond necklace and diamond star, the gifts ot the bridegroom, and carried a bouquet of choice flowers. She was attended by Miss Rosalie Cory, her niece, and Miss Bessie Ockenden, as bridesmaids, and the latter wore dresses of grey crepon" trimmed with silk and moire ribbons, with grey hats to match. They wore half hoop diamonds rings, the gift of the bridegroom, and carried bouquets of lovely white flowers. The bride was given away by her brother, Mr John Cory. The bridegroom was attended by his brother, Mr C. G. Firbank as best man. After the cere- mony Mrs John Cory, sen., entertained at break- fast a number of guests, amongst whom were — Mr and Mrs J. Cory, Mr and Mrs J. H. Cory, Mr and Mrs A. Sessions. Mr and Mrs J. A. Lee, Mr and Mrs R.' Searle, the Misses Ockenden, and Captain OckeudeD Mi*s Ros^he Cory, Mrs T. Griffiths, Master Donald Cory, Mr and Mrs Godfrey Firbank Messrs E. and G. Firbank. J. Lee, Walter, and Cowell, Revs J. Swinnerton, T Ti'tmus, G. A. Davies, and H. Wostenhohne. The wedding presents were both numerous and costly. La.ter in the day the happy couple left Newport for London, en route for aris, Switzerland, and the Italian lake districts. Tne wedding presents numbered about a hundred, and included the following The bride to the bridegroom a diamond horse shoe pin the bridegroom to the bride, a diamond neck- less tiara Messrs George, Walter, and Edward Firbank, a Victoria carriage Mrs Cory, mother of the bride, silver card case and cheque Mr and Mrs John Corv a dessert service Mr and Mrs Herbert Cory a morocco silver-mounted dressing case.

ATTACK ON MR GLADSTONE. At a meeting on Monday mght of the Presby. tenan General Assembly, at Dublin, the Rev. Dr Brown, the retiring Moderator, said in ancient times they used to be called siliy people, but a venerable statesman bad called them rogues and fools. They Would ask Mr Gladstone to meet them m Belfast on the 17th, when it would be demonstrated who were rogues and fools.

DYNAMITE OUTRAGE IN SCOTLAND. Early on Sunday waning an attempt was made to blow ud a house of two storeys and attics at Inverkeithing, Fifeshire, by means of dynamite The houso was partially wrecked, and one of the inmates, a woman, was violently dashed against the wall and sus- tained a severe bock. It is alleged that some Persons had a quarrel with one of the families occupying the house, and the police have appre- hended a man on suspicion of being concerned in the outrage.

The Czar of Russia is in private life a most charming and gracious personage. He has a «aarked liking for the company of children.

INTERNATIONAL MINERS' CONGRESS. LONDON, Tuesday. The third International Miners' Congress—the two previous meetings having been at Brussels and Paris—was held to-day at Westminster. The objects of the Federation are to bring together the mining nationalities of the world, to limit the hours of underground labour to eight hours from bank to bank, to obtain proper supervision and inspection of mines, including the right of the workers to elect additional inspectors, and such inspectors to be paid by the State to recommend joint action in all international sub- jects, &c. The British delegates number 62, representing the various mining organisations throughout the United Kingdom whilst there were four representatives from Germany, four from France, and eight from Belgium. Mr THOMAS BURT, M.P., as President of the British Delegation, welcomed the Continental delegates to this country. Although the visitors had not come here for pleasure, it was to be trusted that they would see much to interest them, and that they would go away with the satisfaction of having done something in co-opera- tion with the British representatives towards ameliorating the condition of the large numbers of men represented at the Con- gress. (Cheers.) [Mr Burt was then formally elected president of the British section for the day, and M. Lamendina, member of the French Parliament, was appointed to a corres- ponding position in connection with the French delegation. On the motion of M. DEFUET (Belgium) a vote of sympathy was passed with Mr Pickard, M.P., the general secretary of the Miners' Federation of Great Britain, who is still suffering from illness, and whose services were spoken of in the highest terms by both British and foreign dele- gates. Mr Ashton (of Lancashire) was appointed to act as British secretary of the Congress in the absence of Mr Pickard. It was intimated that a Russian delegate had been expected, but that the officials of the Congress had no knowledge of his arrival. Mr Burt, M.P., was elected treasurer of the congress. The meeting was then adjourned for a couple of hours in order that the credentials of the dele- gates might be verified. On the resumption of public business it was announced that the eight Belgian delegates represented 9,700 miners, that the irench delegation represented 53,200 miners, and that 227,000 miners in Austria, Hungary, and Germany were represented by the German dele- gation. An apology was offered on behalf of the German miners for the numerical smallness of their delegation, it being explained by one of the delegates that owing to persecution on the part of the police it had been impossible to send a larger number. ("Shame !") At the conclusion of the preliminary business Mr Burt, in a brief presidentiul address, stated that there was vet a great deal to do in tbe way of perfecting organisation in their respective countries. Some of their friends had had a pre- liminary difficulty to overcome in connec- tion with organisation. They had already heard that the German delegation would have been much more numerous but for the fact that in Germany they had not as yet perfect right of organisation. One of the things the Congress had to do was to help their friends everywhere to gain the right of organisa- tion and to induce the employers to recognise the representative men of the miners as their spokes- men. (Cheers.) They would now proceed to consider the constitution of the International Federation of Miners. He dared say they were all aware that the International Committee met at Cologne and outlived the Constitution, but of course it was subject now to modification or rati- fication by the Congress. The proposed com-iitution of the International Federation was then explained in various languages. It was to the effect that the Federa- tion should be composed of so many nationalities from Great Britain and the Continents of Europe and America as might desire to join. The objects of the Federation, which have already been detailed, were next submitted to the meeting. The French and the German delegates com- plained that some of the objects of the Federa- tion, as now outlined in the agenda, were not in accordance with the resolutions arrived at by the international Committee at Cologne. M. CAVROT (Belgium) moved an amendment to Rule No. 2 in the objects of the Federation. No. 2 was as follows :—" To limit the hours of under- ground labour to eight hours from bank to bank." The amendment provided that all persons employed in mining industries, whether below ground or on the surface, should not be required to work more than eight hours. Herr SCHROEDEB (Geimany) seconded the amendment, observing that Mons. Cavrot had expressed the thoughts which were in his own mind. Germany had not yet got eight hours for miners, but theGermans wished to show that they desired such a limitation of the hours of labour in mines. Mr COWEY (Yorkshire) asked whether the amendment was intended to imply that a surface man was engaged in mining? Mr BURT replied in the affirmative. Mr COWEY He is engaged in connection with mining produce, but he is not a miner. It was explained on behalf of France and Germany that the amendment should not apply to clerks and such middle-class men on the surface, but that it referred to workmen, artisans, and labourers, whether above or below ground. Mr WHITEFTKLD (Bristol) said that they were treading on dangerous ground, and if the amend- ment were adopted it would detrimentally affect the prospects of the Miners' Eight Hours Bill in this country. M. MASART (Belgium) expressed concurrence with Mr Whitefield, and suggested that they should first consider the question of eight hours underground, and then deal with the subject of the hours of labour of persons employed on the pit banks, &c. Mr ASPINWALL (Lancashire) took a similarview. Herr CINGER (Germany) replied that when an underground man was exhausted it was a custom to turn him on to surface work. There- fore, it would be only just to have eight hours for all descriptions of workmen about a pit. M. CAVROT withdrew his amendment, in order that the two points might be separately con- sidered, upon which Herr CINGER (Germany) took up the amend- ment and proposed it to the meeting. M. COLVIGNAC (France) seconded, but after some explanation and discussion the amendment was again withdrawn, M. LAMENDIN (the presi- dent of the French delegation) advising this course. The original proposal in the objects of the Federation, "To limit the hours of underground labour to eight hours from bank to bank," being then submitted, Mr MORGAN (South Wales), who was requested, amid laughter, not to speak in Welsh, moved an amendment to the effect that the words from "bank to bank" be struck out, and "in the mine substituted. He said that the effect of the proposal as it stood would be to bring into opera- tion the double shift, which the Welsh miners hated. It would also mean that the miner in Wales would be engaged only about five hours in actual work. Mr WHITEFIELD Shame to make such a, state- ment. (" Order, order.") Mr WHITEFIKLD explained that Mr Morgan had ignored the time which it took the miner to get from the pit bottom to the coal face, and he (Mr Whitefield) could not understandamanacquainted with the difficulty of this operation making such a statement as Mr Morgan had done. The CHAIRMAN pointed out that he had allowed Mr Whitefield to speak, but the delegates must not interrupt each other. Mr Morgan's amendment was not recorded. Rule 2, which is in favour of limiting the hours of underground labour to eight hours from bank to bank, was then agreed to as one of the objects of the Federation, only Mr Morgan dissenting. It was intimated that a telegram had been received from Herr Strauss, of the kingdom of Saxony, to the effect that he had I just arrived and represented 20,000 Saxon German miners: (Cheers.) WEDNESDAY. On the resumption of the International Miners' Conference in London to-day, the delegates pro- ceeded to discuss a resolution from Bohemia in favour of an eight hours' day for all workers in and about mines. The Northumberland delegates brought forward an amendment to the effect that the hours of surface labourers in connection with mines should be reduced to the shortest time possible. The Belgium representatives strongly supported the view that eight hours should apply equally to surface and underground men. Mr Burt, M.P., pointed out that the committee at Cologne which drew up the objects of the federation had limited the proposed eight hours' day to underground men. Mr Cowey, Yorkshire, said that surface men included blacksmiths, and others whose conditions of labour were entirely different to those below ground, and, therefore, the question should be separated. Mons Lamondin (Franco) contended that it was the intention of the Cologne Committee to have au eight hours' day all round, and that any other interpretation of their resolu- tion was owing to imperfect translation. It was urged on behalf of Bohemia that as 30 per cent. of the miners there worked above ground, the limitation of eight hours to underground men would injuriously affect them. The foreign dele- gates generally urged that no distinction should be made between surface men and underground men in respect to the number of hours worked. A Belgian delegate described the work on the pit banks in that country as terrible, saying that women suffered martyrdom in doing the work of horses, and therefore their hours of labour ought to be restricted. It was stated that surface workers on the continent were members of the Miners' Unions. Eventually it was decided to defer the further discussion on the subject till after the settlement of the question of the voting .power of congresses, which is comprised in the I eighth rule of the Federation. On the Conference resuming, Mr WOODS read a letter which had been received from Mr Pickard, M.P., acknowledging the vote of sym- pathy with him in his illness, and adding, "I have no need to say I should have been de- lighted to have been with you, taking my part in forming the Federation, which, if rightly used, will bring great good to the toiling masses of our mining population." Mr GRKENHALL (Lancashire) moved that the third object of the Federation be to obtain proper supervision and inspection of mines, including the right of the workers to elect additional inspectors, such inspectors to be paid by the State. M. MAKSARD (Belgium) seconded the proposal. Mr Boyle (Northumberland) moved an amend- ment to the effect that the Government should appoint the inspectors, and that it should be specified that these officers must be qualified. Mr TOYNE (Cleveland) seconded the amend- ment. Sir Charles Dilke here entered the room, and, on ascending the platform, was cordially cheered. Herr SCHOEDER and M. LAMONDINE supported the resolution, the latter observing that since the appointment of working-men inspectors in France the number of accidents had materially decreased. Mr MURRAY (Yorkshire) also supported the resolution, observing that there were plenty of men in the pits to-day quite as well qualified to become inspectors as many holding those posi- tions. Mr J. WILSON, M.P., expressed the view that although many miners were qualified for in- spectors, if such appointments were in the hands of the workmen, the selection of a man to fill a vacancy would depend upon his popularity for the time being and not upon his intelligence and qualifications. (No, no.) He was in favour of working men inspectors, but thought that they should be chosen by the State. After some further discussion, the closure was moved and carried. The resolution was then adopted, only seven voting against it. The Con- gress then adjourned. THURSDAY. The International Miners' Congress in London further considered the objects and the rules of the Federation to-day, and decided to recommend a joint action on all international questions affect- ing miners. Other objects resolved upon were organisation of power to enforce legal enactments, and the use of all legitimate means to secure just contracts and fair treatment of persons in or about mines. It was also decided to appoint an organising committe to consider all matters connected with the Federation. It was agreed that there be four officers of the Federation, a president, vice-president, treasurer, and general secretary, and that the Organising Committee be elected by the various nationalities and approved by the International Con- ference. It was decided to hold an International Conference annually, the time and place to be decided by the Committee of Dele- gates. It was agreed that no extraordinary congress should be called unless the subject to be discussed was of national importance.

DEATH OF MR R. NEVILL, J.P., LLANELLY. It is with deep regret that we announce the death of Mr Richard Nevill, J.P., D.L., of Felinfoel House, Llanelly, which took place about eight o'clock on Sunday morning, at Crewkerne, Somersetshire, the residence of Mrs Nevill's brother. The departed gentleman had for a long period been a very active member on the public boards of Llanelly, but the infirmities of age—he died only a day before completing his 75th birthday—had of late compelled him to retire from all participation in public affairs. He had been ailing for sometime, and was for a brief period confined to his room. After this he recovered somewhat, and attended a meeting of the Llanelly Board of Guardians as recently as month ago, appearing then excedingly well in health. A week later he proceeded to Crewkerne, the early home ot Mrs Nevill, but his health once mora failed him, and Mr Frank Nevill and Mr W. Y. Nevill (sons) were hastily summoned to his bedside about a fortnight ago. During his illness he was faithfully attended by his devoted wife. Kindly miuistrations, however, were of no avail, and on Sunday morning his useful and honoured life was brought to a close. Mr Richard Nevill was a member of one of the most highly-esteemed families in the countv of Carmarthen. He was a son of the late. Mr Richard Jamon Nevill, of Liangennech Park, one of the founders of the extensive copper and lead works in Llanelly, and part proprietor of the largest collieries in the district. He was a brother to the late Mr C. W. Nevill, who represented the Carmarthen Boroughs in the Conservative interest for some years. The departed gentleman was born at Field House, Llanelly, and with the ex- ception of a residence of a few years' duration at Liangennech Park in his early days he has always lived at Felinfoel. In his youth the departed gentleman spent some time in the copper works (owned by Messrs Nevill, Druce, and Co), and was afterwards connected with what is at present known as the Western Tin-plate Works, but which during Mr Nevill's association with it was called the Marshfield Works. At one time he had also interests in the Old Lodge Sheet-iron and Black- plate Works (which a few years ago was trans- formed by another company into a tin-plate works), and in the Hendy Works, Pontardulais. But Mr R. Nevill was best known by his long and honourable connection with the Wern Foundry and Iron Works, one of the most flourishing establishments of its kind in South Wales. A few years ago this well-known works was acquired by a limited liability company, but Mr Nevill retained a powerful interest, and the management was continued in the hands of his sons, Mr F. R. and Mr W. Y. Nevill. The deceased gentleman had filled several responsible positions on the public boards of the town, of most of which he had been a member for many years, having been chairman of the Local Board and Harbour Commission, and also chairman of the Board of Guardians since the death of Mr C. W. Nevill. On the latter Board especially he was most faithful in attendance, and rarely did he miss a meeting. His honesty of purpose, his integrity, and his courteous kindness to all won for bim the regard and esteem of all members of the community, whether rich or poor. Mr Nevill was for some years senior and consequently presiding magi- strate of the Llanelly Petty Sessional Division, and in that post his one aim and object was to dispense equal justice to all. About two years ago he was appointed Deputy-Lieutenant for the county. Mr Nevill was a devoted adherent of the Established Church, and in politics was a firm upholder of Conservative principles, though at no time had he taken any prominent part in political warfare or controversy. He was married 43 years ago to Miss Wills, daughter of the late Mr Joseph Wills, Crewkerne, the surviving children of the marriage being Mr Frank Nevill, Mr W. Y. Nevill, and Miss Lena. Nevill (a lady of considerable literary repute), whilst he is also mourned by the following sisters and brothers :— Mrs Canon Williams, Llanelly Rev Archdeacon Nevill, Norwich Mrs R. Goring Thomas, late of Llanon and Mr W. H. Nevill, Ferryside. Deep regret is felt at Llanelly and Felinfoel at the death of a gentleman so well-beloved, and much sympathy is felt with Mrs Nevill and children in their bereavement.

DEATH OF MR W. R. ROGERS, LLANELLY. It is with with deep regret that we announce the death of Mr W. R. Rogers, manager of the Llanelly Lead and Silver Works, which occurred in his 49th year about eight o'clock on Monday morning. It appears that Mr Rogers was experimenting with some acids in the works on Tuesday afternoon last, in company with two employees, and, it is presumed, inhaled the fumes. He, however, felt none the worse until the evening, when he was taken ill. Instead of proceeding homewards, he went to the house of his brother-in-law (Mr H. Nancollas). He immediately went to bed, but although he suffered severe pain, nothing serious was appre- hended. About three oclock, however, on Sunday morning grave symptoms arose.and despite all the skill exercised by his medical attendant (Dr Evans), and the loving watchfulness of those around him, he passed quietly away about eight o'clock, retaining full possession of his faculties till the very last moment. The news of his sudden death caused quite a shock in the town, where he was highly esteemed and beloved by a very large circle of friends. Mr Rogers was a native of St Day, and was a son of Capt. John Rogers, mine manager in that district. Thirty years ago he came to Llanelly, and upon the death of the late Mr Frank Williams, seven or eight years ago, he succeeded him as manager of Messrs Nevill, Druce and Co.'s Lead Works, where his kindness of heart and unassuming nature endeared him to all. He was a staunch upholder of Radical principles, and for many years rendered invaluable services to the cause in the town. A couple of weeks ago he presided over a sectional meeting, at Calfaria Schoolroom, in favour of Major Jones, the Liberal candi- date for the boroughs, and was appointed chair- man of the division. He was none the less ardent in supporting Nonconformist principles, and was a faithful and valuable meirber of Park Congregational Church, of which he was a deacon. He was a constant attendant at the Sunday- school, in the superintendence of which he took a prominent part. The Llanelly Debating ,Class owed much of its success a few years ago to Mr Rogers, who always took an active and interest- ing part in its debates. He will be much missed at the Liberal Club and elsewhere, and his un- timely death is much regretted. He leaves a wife and seven children. We understand that the two employees who assisted Mr Rogers in making the experiment have also been ill, but whilst one has almost re- covered the other is still laid up.

A CHILD SCALDED TO DEATH. Warning to Parents. At the Abertillery police-station, on Wednes- day evening, an inquest was held by Mr J. B. Walford, coroner, touching the death of Lucy Grindle, aged five years, of Abertillery, who died on Sunday last. Evidence was given by Mrs Sarah Jones, the grandmother of the deceased, that whilst she was sitting by the table, about half-past ten on Saturday morning, her daughter, and mother of the child, took off the fire a large tin boiler of boiling water and put it down on the floor of the kitchen, and had only just turned her back on it a few minutes before deceased, who attempted to run out, fell into the boiler. Wit- ness at once picked her up, and applied oil and flour. The doctor was sent for, and came in a short time after, but the child died on Sunday at six in the evening.—By the Foreman Was the child insured ?—Witness Yes in the British Workmen's Insurance Company.—P.O. Watkins said that Dr Muir had told him the child had died from scalds and shock.—A ver- dicb of Accidental death was re- turned. The Coroner said he desired to state that these cases were very fie- quent. He did not say that the parents would have done any wrong to the child, but he thought there should be more care exercised by parents as to where they put such dangerous vessels. He hoped this occurrence would be a warning to parents, and that they would hear less of such accidents happening.

A topographical map of the Gettysburg battle- field and models of the Centennial Exposition, and of Independenc Hall, will appear in the Pennsylvania exhibit at the World's Fair. A public-spirited citizen will contribute the first- iiamed, and the city of Philadelphia will furnish the last two.

DEATH OF EOS MORLAIS." It Is with extreme regret that we announce the death of Mr Robert Rees (" Eos Moriais"), the famous tenor and choir leader. Mr Rees had been ill for some months, and for the past four weeks was confined to his bed, receiving unre- mitting attention from the members of his family and his medical attendant, Dr John Evans. For some weeks it had been known, to the sorrow of bis many friends and admirers, that. he could hardly recover, and in the week preceding his death he took no food of any kind except half-a- pint of water altogether. He died at 10 o'clock on Sunday morning, at his residence m Henrietta- street, Swansea. The cause of death was pleuro- pneumonia. Biographical Sketch. Eos Morlais" was born on the 5th April, 1341, in a cottage facing the gate of Dowlais House, Dowlais His older brothers were born at Machynlleth, his parents afterwards removing to Dowlais. He had the misfortune to lose his father in the cholera epidemic of 1849, and he himself suffered from some of the pains of the plague at the time. He had not much schooling when a boy, but commenced work when between eight and nine years old. From an early age he showed great aptitude for singing, and an uncle of his taught him some of the rudiments of music. He inherited his singing and conducting abilities to some 'extent from his father's side, one of his uncles being the conductor of singing at the Congregational Chapel, Machynlleth, up to his death. At Dowlais choral singing fur competitive purposes was flourishing during his boyhood, and "Morlais soon joined the temper- ance choir, which met in the schoolroom under Hermon Chapel, and was conducted by Mr David L1¡,yJ, afterwards by Mr Thomas Hopkin ana Air David Eossor, "^Morlais taking the lead when the latter was absent. He gave up singing for two years, when his voice modified from alto to tenor, and when he rejoined the choir at the age of 16 he took his place as a tenor. As alto singer he won renown, taking the solo. "0 Thou that tellest," in a part performance of the Messiah. Very soon as a tenor he proved himself to be tho best reader of music among the class. At eisteddfoctau he now took his place pretty constantly, his daily occupation being that of an ironstone miner. He proved the victor time after time, and the name of ivobin bach," as he was lovingly called by the rougher element among his friends, was a terror to all tennr soloists at eisteddfodau for several years. At the age of 21 or 22 he was conductor of No. 2 Temperance Choir, following Mr David Rosser (who had removed to Aberdare). The choir met at Libanus Chapel Schoolroom, and from that connection sprang a close friend- ship between him and the choristers of that chapel. Competitions for choirs whose members belonged to one congregation only wer frequent at that time, and under his baton the Libanus Choir proved almost invincible, and were it not, it is said, for the capriees of adjudicators, that choir under him would never have lost. During this time he wis a member of the Congregational church worshipping at Bethania Chapel, and most small eisteddfodau held there or any other place in the town found him competing and winning in reading, reciting, and singing. After many years of success the Libanus Choir took rest, and "Morlais" perfected the Bethania Choir for competition. They were present at the Temperance-hall, Merthyr, on a Christmas Day, and Dr Parry, who was on a visit from America to his native town, adjudicated. Several choirs competed, the test piece being the glee Rhosyn yr Haf." The learned adjudicator could not satisfy himself until the choirs of Bethania and Aberdulais (conducted by Mr D. T. Prosser), had re-sung the piece, and the Bethania Choir were then declared victorious. On the 1st April, previous to this eisteddfod, "Eos Morlais" married,!he,beiug then 26years old. His married life was a most happy one, and the death of his wife three years ago, he being him- self then very ill, was a blow that almost crushed him. After being wed for two years they broke up their home at Dowlais, and moved to Swansea, Morlais having accepted the couductorship of the singing at Soar Chapel. There he continued for many years, although a second leader had to be appointed, he being away professionally several Sundays consecutively. In a short time after his move to Swansea he went to the Normal College, and stayed there a little time. A prize for a tenor solo was about this time offered at a Towyn eisteddfod, and thither "Morlais" went and won. Mr Griffiths, the accomplished London correspondent of the Saner, was present, and in the issue of the paper the week following the Gohebydd pronounced such a glowing eulogJUm upon his singing that engagements flowed upon him from every part ot Wales, and some of the big towns of England, from that time until his death. In addition to professional en- gagements he trained choirs for competition from Swansea and other places, winning frequently. Many of our readers well know with what consum- mate skill he conducted the famous Swansea Choral Society after the death of Mr Silas Evans. Oratorio after oratorio was performed. When Gouuod's Redemption was published the society very soon had it in hand, and a grand and glorious performance was a result, the Albert- hall being crowded, although the prices of admis- sion were high. For some years he conducted the singing1 at Walter-road Congregational Chapel to the satisfaction and delight of all. When re- linquishing that post he received a beautiful pre- sent. He also received an elegant album and many photos of the choristers from the Swansea Choral Society. In later years he led the singing in the Tabernacle Morriston, a post he resigned lately because of ill-health, to the great sorrow of all the friends there. The deceased threw great energy into the musical arrangements of the Swansea National Eisteddfod last year, and much of its memorable success was due to him. He trained the Eisteddfod Choir in two oratorios — Redemption and Emmanuel — and in several glees for concerts, though in failing health, and undoubtedly the work entailed shor- tened his days. His life, musically, was a very buy one. Many cymanfaoedd he conducted, his magnificent voice and skilful wielding of the baton improving the singers. His last appearance at such cymanfa was at Dowlais on March 7th last. At the Swansea St David's Day banquet, in the same month, he sang and spoke, and finally appeared on a platform at a concert in Gowerton on March 13th. As a self- made vocalist he stands uniquely among singers of celebrity. He could have left Wales for London, but he loved his countrymen too well, and was perfectly satisfied to serve them for such fees as they could afford. He was present at every national eisteddfod as tenor for many years, a fact which can be related only of one or two others. At many eisteddfodau he adjudi- cated, and invariably gave satisfaction. Eos Morlais was not only a man of high distinction but also of rare worth. He was a warm and attached friend, generous almost to a fault. He was always ready to assist charitable movements, frequently without any recompense at all. He was a patriotic. Welshman, and had a fervid attachment for the national institutions of Wales. His death will be mourned from one end of the Principality to the other. In his death Wales has lost a richly-gifted son, who enriched its vales and hills with sweetest sounds. It appears that the last public appearance of Eos Morlais was at the Dowlais Cymanfa, so he ended his public career at his birth-place. He sang at the Gowerton concert on February 27th previously. The funeral arrangements will be announced in our Wednesday's issue. At the afternoon meeting of the Cymanfa Ganu, held at Pontypridd on Monday, feeling reference was made by tho Chairman to the death of Eos, the conductor, and Eos Rhondda paid a tribute of respect to the memory of the deceased musician, whose loss they said would be irreparable. The motion was passed in deep and solemn silence, after which the congregation rendering the well-known hymn tune Maab on leuan Glan Geirionydd's expressive hymn Ar lan Iorddonen ddofn." At the conclusIOn of the afternoon meeting at the Cadoxton Eisteddfod on Monday, a vote ot condolence in connection with the death oi tho well-known eisteddfodwr and Welsh vocalist, Eos Morlais, was passed in silence, the whole audience rising as a mark of respect to the deceased's memory. v^T? e Llandovery Eisteddfod tho conductor (the KevJ. Williams) made a touching reference to the sad event, and a vote of condolence was passed, tho whole audience rising and singing o frymau Caersalem," whilst the Llandilo Volunteer Brass Band piayed the Dead March" in Saul. 1 At the Caerphilly Eisteddfod on Monday, la-urnos, one of the adjudicators, said that with the adjudication upon the competition tho morn- mg meeting would close; but before they separated he should like them to show in a marked^ way their feelings at the news of the asath ot poor Eos Morlais. The audience stood up sHently and uncovered.—Alaw Ddu echoed the tribute paid by Gurnos to the loss that Wales had suffered by the death of the gifted Eos.

SUICIDE AT ROATH. Early on Thursday a shocking suicide was reported to the Cardiff police as having been com- mitted in the Roath division It appears that L m!"a aged 49 years, who lived with her husband at 11, Lead-street, Roath, pro- cured one of her husband's razors shortly after he had gone out to his work and gashed her throat with it in so terrible a manner that before medical or other aid could be rendered she had expired. The deceased and her hus- •i? ret|red to ri:st on Wednesday night, there being then nothing unusual in the poor woman's manner or condition. Her husband went to his work at the appointed time. and a little while after one of the children, who was sleepm in the same room, raised an alarm and called the lodger, who was in another part of the house. The latter found Mrs Bellinger bleeding copiously from what was evidently a self-inflicted wound, but before anything could be done towardS checkmg the hemorrhage the woman was dead. Dr Treharne, who had been summoned, arrived and pronounced life to be extinct. The deceased had for some time been complaining of nervousness and lowness of spirits, but there was nothing m her manner to excite suspicion in the minds of her friends.

ANOTHER GUN ACCIDENT. SHOCKING OCCURRENCE AT LLANARTH A sad accident happened on Wednesday after- noon at Bryngwyn Synod Inn, LI an art h. Lazarus Jones, Brynclap, having a loaded gun, handed it to .John Davies, Bryngwyn, while he was going to his house, and' Mary Owens, Brynliwyd, passing, Davies raised the gun and accidentally shot her in the face. Dr Jones, Newquay, who was passing at the time, said he could do nothing for her. She was lingering this morning. The Newquay constable and Supt. Williams, Llandys- aiL were communicated with.

SUSPENSION OF A BANK. The Central News says :—The new Oriental Banking Corporation, Limited, suspended paY" ment on Wednesday afternoon. The secr,.ta.ry, by order of the Board of Director-, issued the following circular to creditors and customers 011 Wednesday evening Sir,—I regret to inform you that the direc- tors of tho Corporation, at a meeting of the Board held this afternoon, have found it necessary to suspend further paj-ment by the bank owUlg to tho depreciation in silver, the consequent; increasing distrust throughout Great Britain of investment in silver countries, and the with- drawal of capital from the East, coupled with the wholly unprecedented conditon of trade in China, Japan, the Straits, and Australia, and the recent disastrous hurricane in Mauritius. Steps have been taken to protect the assets." The news of the suspension was not known J the City until after the close of business, but 10 had been known for some time past that the bank was in difficulties, and the effects of the actual stoppage have been to a considerable extent discounted. The New Oriental Banking Corporation had paid-up capital of £600,000 The total liabilities are estimated at about £7,250,000. The directors, however, entertain a confident hope that the bank will be able to pay all its creditors m full. They will also endeavour to resuscitate the bank by inducing depositors to accept five per cent. prefer- ence shares of the Corporation against their deposits. In London commercial circles on Thursday the chief topic of conversation was the failure of tho New Oriental Bank Corporation, Limited, but beyond causing distrust in some quarters the failure is not expected to have much effect upon finance and credit generally. It is reported that efforts will be made to re-organise the bank.

JACK THE POISONER. Doubt has been expressed (says The Morning as to the authenticity of the remarkable state- ments we have made as to the Souih London poisoning cases which are at present engaging the entire attention of the police authorities- Or the sixth victim added on Tuesday to the list of girls2 who have mysteriously maD with death, further particulars may now begiven. She was named Matilda Clover, was aged about twenty-five years, and a domestic servant. Soil10 time ago she abandoned work, and adopted habit3 of a somewhat loose character. She became ac- quainted with several men, among them one named Fred," who wrote her many letters to her apartments in Lambeth-road. She repeatedly spoke of him as A H Nice Old Fool." and dressed lavishly on money which she received from him. On the night of the 17th of October of la-st year she was, on returning home after seeing her mysterious friend, taken seriously ill, and on the following morning she expired in great agony, death being due, so the doctor said, to syncope. She was buried at Tooting by theparisb authorities, and until the death of the two Stamford street girls her sudden demise went unnoticed. Go the 13th of May, however, the body the girl Glover was exhumed by of the Home Secretary, and taken to mortuary. Then Mr Stephenson, the Govern- ment analyst, held his examination, which re* suited in the opinion being formed that tha deceased had died from the effects of stI-ychJJln8 poisoning. The imcle of the girl, questioned by The Morning reporter, gave it as his opinion th»6 Miss Clover had been foully murdered by tho mysterious individual named Fred." One reo markable fact is that though the girl received many letters through the post none could he found after her death. It is conjectured that she had strict orders to destroy them immediately upon receipt, and that she implicitly obeyed this injunction. There is no doubt, however, that before her death Clover made a statement of serious import to the girl who attended her, a»d upon this the authorities have been working. The police investigations have unearthed Another Mysterious Case, Wiiicb, it is suspected, is not unconnected with the series of crimes which ha.ve taken place in South London. A young girl, employed in a butter and egg store in London-road, made the acquaintance of a strange man some time in the beginning of July, last year. She spoke of him as her "elderly mash," and spoke of him as "Freddie" to het associates. Towards the end of July she w suddenly taken ill, and expired almost imuiedr" ately. There was at the time no suspicion as to her having been the victim of foul play, but within the last day or two certain facts have come to light which would seem to show that her death did not result from natural causes. At any rate the police have added this case to the list of crimes which they regard as being the work pi the one hand, and they have no hesitation in expressing the belief that the South London poisoner will ultimately bo brought to justice- That they have him in custody they are certain beyond all possibility of doubt. Meanwhile the police, who are extremely reticent on the subject, are working extremely hard. Scotland Yard i* busy, and Inspector Harvey, of the L Division assisted by his able lieutenants, is devoting day and night to the unravelling of the mystery. Communications with the New York Police. The only fresh item worthy of record to-day ø the fact that the officials of the Criminal Invcsti- tiontDepartment have received a communication from the police authorities of NeVI York with reference to the individual who is believed to bo the poisoner of the Stamford-street girls and many others. The communication is understood to be to the effect that a person answering the description ot the supposed poisoner resided for some time, about two years ago, in Brooklyn, New Y'-rk. and that while he was there several girls of looe character were mysteriously poisoned. The American cases are said to bear a striking resem- blance to these which have occurred in South Lou" don during the last 12 months. In one or two in" stances the acquaintance of a mysterious stranger with the victims was brought under the atten- tion of the New York detectives, detailed to un" ravel the mysteries, and it is even alleged that letters signed Fred were found in the rooms which had been occupied by the poisoned girls. There, however, the whole business ended. The identity of "Fred could not even be guessed at, nor could any information of a reliable character concerning him be obtained. When, how- ever, the mysterious poisonings in Stamford- street attracted the attention of the police here, and the details of the case were fully reported in the newspapers, the American authorities placed themselves in com- munication with the London police, with the result that there arrived here the day before yesterday a long statement as to the poisoning cases which took place in and about New York over two years ago. Such importance is attached by the Scotland-yard officials to this statement that an officer acqua.nted with the whole of t!18 details of the South London cases will be dls" patched almost immediately to New York, carry* ing with him several of the letters written hy c; Fred to the Stamford-street girls, as well as a portrait of the suspected poisoner.

ANOTHER REVOLVER ACCIDENT "PENNY DREADFULS" AGAIN. On Wednesday another shooting case '\ys.: added to the list of accidents with firearms whioj; of late have been pretty frequent. How tn accident happened yesterday is not exactly known, but from what could tI gathered, it appears that about seven o'clock laSf eveuing two youshs, John Jevons, aged 17, ° Bissell-street, Birmingham, and George CooUibeSi about the same age, both in the employ °, Messrs J. C. Hammond and Co., printers and publishers, cf Scotland Passage, had a 'e moments of idleness in one of the machine while certain instructions were being about some printing, which had to completed by a certain hour. While tn0 inquiries were being made Jevons produced revolver and was either showing it to Cooinbeji or Cooinbes, cm seeing the weapon, to take it from Jevons, when it went off, and bullet from it pierced the cheek of Coombes. Tn noise of the report attracted the attention of tn, workmen who weie in the machine roam, aP. who, seeing that Coombes was bleeding profusely' at once procured a cab and took the lad to t General Hospital. On hearing the nature of £ accident the medical gentlemen there probed the bullet—which it is thought haslodged near brain^-but were unable to find it, Coombes, who by this time was UIlCuflr scions, was detained. Police-constable A (69A.), who visited the works owing to the that had assembled round the gates, arreste Jevons on a charge of unlawfully wounding took him to the lock-up. Here he was search d and three undischarged cartridges were foull upon him. It is stated that the accused has been in tbe habit of reading Penny dreadfuls ;10 fact, one of these books was fonnd upon 11tJ) The revolver was examined, and a spent cartridge found in one of the chambers. Jevons an .» Coombes were close friends, and after busing hours were frequently together. Coombes di this morning.

NEWPORT FREE LIBRARY At the monthly meeting of the above C tnittee on Tuesday evening, the Libra.r> reported that during the past month volumes were issued, showing an increase ot volumes over the corresponding period. FortY. six new borrowers' tickets had been issued, ø. the highestnumber of persons in the at one time was 110. The attendance at t 8 museum during the month was 1,617. T 3' annual report was also submitted for tion prior to being printed. The institution wa* in a satisfactory state ot usefulness and progre" and both the lending and reference library titiued to be appreciatively used. were 19,531 volumes in the against 18,417 during the previous year. *■ readers of fictlOn were as usual very IJlUlJerou, and instead of being a decrease of 1,900 volumes, there was, if all the sections were included, increase of 2,750 volumes. At the conclusion of the report was a reference to the desirability erecting a new building for the museum, an" a invitation was given to the public to con trio" anything of interest.—Mr Daw said if the mittee were earnest in regard to the reference the new museum building, he thought the 0 bad arrived when something more should be crpJ0 than mentioning it in the annual Chairman said there was a difficulty with lC'1'h9 to tho land.—The report was adopted. jjj balance-sheet showed that there was » cr baiauce of J3170 to be carried forward* 1