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(£t"tÜ.iU BOROUGH OF NEWPORT. TO TEE BURGESSES OF THE NORTH WARD. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN.—THE time JLj for surrendering the trust you reposed in me again on the 1st of November, 1374, will shortly expire, and I offer myself for re-election on the following grounds:— That I have giyeu considerable time and attention to the affairs of this rising Borough and have studied to improve its position by ail legitimate means, to the best of my ability. That the Improvement Act had my serious and close attention from the time of the Bill's introduction to the Council until it hal successfully passed the Commons House of Parliament and the House of Lords. That I have faithfully and zealously studied economy with efficiency, and with a due regard to the prosperity and advancement of the Borough, and voted accordingly. Believing you will deem my conduct at the Couucil Board satisfactory, I again place my services at your disposal. I am, Ladies and Gentlemen, •v ii Your faithful servant, October 16th, 1877. ROBERT GRAHAM. 11576 BOROUGH OF NEWPORT. v: TO THE BtLRGESSES OF THE NORTH WARD. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. — TUG three years for which you elected me as your representative, will expire in the course of a few days. I trust that my services during that period have not been altogether unworthy of your approbation. Should you be pleased to favour me with a renew.J of your confidence I again place my services at your disposal. Believing the Improvement Hill" to befraaght with alvantases of the highest importance to the future well being of the borough, from the mxnent of its being launched by the Parliamentary Committee, to the day it passed the fiery ordeal of the House of Lords, it received my earnest and unremitting support. The benefits now- ing "from this measure will become increasingly patent as time flows on. A true economy, which, while it fully takes into account the pressure of adverse times, pru- dently provides for the necessities of the future, will continue to be my guiding principle. Soliciting the honour of your support, I am, Ladies and Gentlemen, Respectfully yours. 15781 JOHN R. JACOB. NEWPORT MUNICIPAL ELECTION, 1877. TO THE BURGESSES OF THE NORTH WARD LADIES AND GENTLEMEN—IN COM- pliance with a numerously signed requisition, I have much pleasure in consenting to become a candidate for your Ward at the coming election. I have been for upwards of 20 years closely associated with the trade of the Port, and if retured to the Council, my object will be upon all occasions to keep down expenditure, and at the same time promote the best interests of the ratepayers. r I am, Ladies find Gentlemen, Your obedient Servant, SAMUEL GOSS. Bang's Vale, Cardiff-road, 18th Oct. 1877. F1604 NEWPORT MUNICIPAL ELECTION, 1S77. TO THE BURGESSES OF THE CENTRAL WARD LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, — THE term for which you elected me as one of your representatives at the Town Council expires on the 1st proximo. I purpose offering myself as a. Caudidate for re-election, in the full conviction that I hare faithfully responded to the confidence which you reposed in me three years back, by my repeated endeavours to oppose every kind of expen- diture which was not imperatively needed either for the preservation of the Public Health, or to meet the proved requirements of a constantly-increasing population. Should you deem me worthy of a renewal of your confi- dence, I ask you to accept my frank assurance that I will spare no personal effort to secure the most rigid economy in the disposition of the Borough Fund, compatible with an effective administration of your Municipal affairs. I am, Ladies and Gentlemen, Your obedient servant, WILLIAM WEST. 49, Stow Hill, Newport, Mon., 18th Oct., 1877. 11588 NEWPORT MUNICIPAL ELECTION, 1877. TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CENTRAL WARD. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN— I NOW beg to offer myself for re-election as one of your representatives at the Town Council. During the three years I have had the honour of filling that position, I have endeavoured to the best of my ability to pursue that course with respect to the general business of the Borough, which, in my opinion, is most calculated to elevate the status of our Town, and develope its Trade and Com- merce. In regard to the Public Finances, I have sought to promote the truest economy of expenditure by care- fully dealing with the present, in anticipation of future requirements believing it to be for our best interests as Ratepayers. Should you do me the honour to re-elect me, I shall steadfastly and independently continue in the future, as I have done in the past, to support those measures which I believe are most likely to result in the greatest good to the greatest number of my fellow Townsmen. i&j,. I have the hoaour to remain, Ladies and Gentlemen, 1.3 Your obedient servant, IS HENRY JAMES PARNALL. Newport, Mon., Oct., 18th, 1877. f1589 NEWPORT MUNICIPAL ELECTION, 1877. TO THE ELECTORS OF THE'CENTRAL WARD. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN,—HAVING been pressed by many Electors to allow myself to be nominated to represent your interest at the Counci- Board, after due consideration, I have consented to stand the verdict of a contested Election. My reasons for doing so are-that in July last I was astonished at the manner in which our Town Council were squandering away the Ratepayer's money, and that in the face of the greatest depression of trade ever known, when the large works in eur immediate neighbourhood were collapsing one after another. I thought wisdom and pru- dence suggested economy in every department; more especially so when this commercial cloud is passing over us. For many years our Borough expenditure has rapidly increased, when we do not derive proportionate advantages; the majority of the Town Council, only recently, increas- ng official salaries despite the protest of ratepayers in I public meeting assembled. Now, Ladies and Gentlemen, I place my services at your disposal, and, if it be your will and pleasure to send me to the Council Board on the 1st of November next, I faith- fully promise you to look after our united interests closely, and support every measure, brought forward by whosoever it may, for the advancement of our town, and the well- being of its Inhabitants. I beg to remain, Ladies and Gentlemen, Your obedient Servant, J. B. RICHARDS. 172, Commercial-street, 0«t. 18. L1591 (?: -jftfieu SuMvc&SfS, BOROUGH OF NEWPORT.—MUNICIPAL ELECTION 1877. TO THE ELECTORS OF THE EAST WARD. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN,— On the first of November tiext the time for which I was elected as your representative at the Council Board will expire. By conscientious and independent efforts, I have endeavoured to promote your interests and the general welfare of our Town. I trust my services meet with your approbation, and that you will continue the confidence you* have hitherto placed in me during the last seven years at the Council Board. If you are again pleased to re-elect me, I will give my best attention to your interest- and remain faithful to the trust you give into my hands. Yours faithfully, GEO. FOTHERGILL. High Street, October, 19th, 1877. [1587 TO T H E ELECTORS OF THE EAST WARD. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. — THE period for which you did me the honour to elect me as one of your representatives, has nearly expired. I beg to offer myself as a candidate for re-election. During the past 12 months questions of a highly important character, deeply affecting our interests, have come under the consideration of the Corporation. In dealing with these matters I have exercised an unbiased judgment in the votes I have given, and I hope that these votes hive met your approval. I therefore venture to anticipate a renewal of your confidence, and pledge myself to exercise my best judg- ment for your welfare. I remain, Ladies and Gentlemen, Yours respectfully, ENOCH GRIFFITHS. 1 35, Hi^h-street, Oct., 18,1*7". I ''590 NEWPORT MUNICIPAL ELECTION, 1877. TO THE INDEPENDENT ELECTORS OF THE EAST WARD. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN—At the earnest request of several of my friends, I respect- fully consent to allow myself to be nominated as one of the Candidates for my own Ward. I have lived among you for some time. and I trust am known to the majority 0" you. If honoured with your support and vote on the First of November next, nothing on my part shall be want- ing to further your interests and those of the Borough generally, should I be selected as one of your representa- tives at the Council Board. During the coming year, in all probability, questions of vital iwportance will be brought before the Council, and if an independent action on my part will be of service upon these matters, I pledge myself to act up to the best of my judgment (irrespective of party) for the public good and the reduction of the now heavy rates of the Borough. I wish it to be distinctly understood I am not the nominee of any party, but come forward as a perfectly Independent Candidate. I remain, Ladies and Gentlemen, Your obedient Servant, WILLIAM OLIVER. 23, Clarence Place, Newport, October 19th, 1877. [1600 MONDAY NEXT. ROYAL ALBERT HALL, GRAND ORGAN RECITAL. HER R RUDERSDORFF WILL APPEAR. ONE SHILLING. [1101 [n be :.¥d.. TO BE LET—A SUPERIOR HOUSE containing nine rooms—with garden—No. 8, York Place, the most healthy part of Newport.-Apply to HARSE & BROWN, G, Dock-street, Newport. [1465 rpo BE LET, a small detached VILLA X RESIDENCE, with Garden, pleasantly situated at WOODLAND ROAD, MAINDEE.—Apply, W. G. LOVELL, Timber Merchant, Newport. 11497 NEWPORT UNION. RURAL SANITARY AUTHORITY. WANTED, an INSPECTOR OF NUI- SANCES for the RURAL PARISHES of this UNION. Salary £ 150 per annum, t., include travelling expenses. Candidates, who must be between 25 and 45 years of age, must address applications to me, in their own handwriting, enclosing testimonials, not more than six in number, on or before MONDAY, the 12TH day of NOVEMBER next. Preference will be given to a person who can speak the Welsh language. By order, W. DOWNING EVANS, Clerk. Dated 22nd October, 1877. 11597 DRIFTING.—Wanted, an Apprentice in P the Printing Business.—Apply at the MERLIN" Office, Newport. $aucirtion. TUITION.—In or near Newport, an Oxford M.A. PREPARES FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS.— A(ldress Rev. J. E. JONES MACHEN, Llanthewy Rectory, Caerleon. [1263 DANCING, DEPORTMENT, AND CALISTHENIo EXERCISES. MRS. TOPLIS BEGS to announce that a LADY from her Vstiblishment will RESUME her engagements at Newport and its"!cini.y weekly, eo»».e»ei»g OCTOBER 5th' SCHOOLS FAMILIES For Terns and other particulars, address to resi- dence, 4, Regent-place, Clifton, Bristol. L THE LAURELS, CLIFTON PLACE T ADIES' SCHOOL, conducted by Miss M. JL-J E. Lewis, with the assistance of Professors, and a resident French Governess. ltr v The Half-term will commence on MONDAY, NOVEM- BER 5th, 1877. [1595 TENDERS FOR COAL. J J. CORDES & Co, of the Dos Works • Newport, Mon., are open to receive TENDERS up to 3rd NOVEMBER, inclusive for the supply of their Works with coal for Furnace use for two years, from 1st JANUARY 1878 Probable quantity required from 400 to 500 tons weekly.—Separate prices to be quoted for Screened and for through and through Coal delivered at the Dos Works. J. J. "boRDES & Co., do not bind themselves to accept the lowest or any tender. Dos Works, Newport, Mon, 24th October, 1877. L1598 blJ Ruction. LANGEVIEW & LLANGWM, MONMOUTH. :\¡f"R. JAMES GRAHAM will SELL BY ijX AUCTION", at the THESE SALMONS INN, at Usk, on MONDAY, the 29th day of OCTOBER, 1S77, at Three for Four o'Clock in the afternoon, subject to con- ditions of sale (which may be inspected at the offices of Messrs. H. LOVIBOND & SON, or at the offices of Mr. GUSTARD, seven days previous to the sale,) the under- mentioned FARMS AND LAND, n the following Lots, viz. LOT I.-A,ll thoge equal undivided. Seventh Shares of and in all that FARM, called NEWHOUSE, containing 83a. 3r. 15p. (more or less), situate in the said parish of Langeview, and now in the occupation of THOMAS WILLIAMS, as tenant thereof. There is a Large and Thriving Coppice Wood on this Lot, (nearly fit to cut.) The House and Buildings are com- modious and in a good state of repair. There is an abundant supply of water, and some capital Orchard- ing. LOT 2.—All that close of PASTURE LAND, contain- ing 4a. lr. 18p. (more or less), situate adjoining Lot 1, in the said Parish of Langeview, also in the occupation of the said THOMAS WILLIAMS. LOT 3.-All those three equal undivided Seventh Shares of and in all that FARM called LITTLE HOUSE, con- taining 34a. 2r. 37p. (more or less), situate in the parish of LIANG win, and now in the occupation of Mr. CRADOCK G. WATKINS, as tenant thereof. The above Farms and Land are pleasantly situated about a mile from the Town of Usk. Lot 1 is partly Freehold and partly Copyhold, of the Manor of Usk. Lot 2 is Freehold, and Lot 3 is Copy- hold. of the Manor of Usk, (which is nearly equal to Freehold). To view, apply to the TENANTS, and further particu- lars may be obtained on application to the AUCTIONEER, Newport, Mon., or to Mr. H. STAFFORD GUSTARD, Solicitor, Usk, Messrs. H. LOVIBOND & SON, Solicitors, Bridgwater. [1581 OXFORD STREET, MAINDEE, NEWPORT. MR. JAMES GRAHAM bsgs to annouueo that he has received instructions to SELL by PUBLIC AUCTION, on WEDNESDAY, the 31st day of OCTOBER, 1877, the undermentioned Genteel and Sub- stantial „ HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE 'in AND EFFECTS, Comprising:- Mahogany Dining Table, Mahogany Dinner Wagon, Walnut Cheffioneer with plate glass back and marble slab, Walnut Couch in cretonne, Walnut Chairs in ditto, Easy Chair, Walnut Folding Chair, ditto Sewing Cbair, Walnut Oval Table, occasional Table (black and gold), Walnut Gipsy Table, Mahogany Chairs in American Cloth, Brus- sels and Tapestrv Carpets, Heartn Rugs, Cretonne Cur- tains Window Poles and Rings, French Iron Bedsteads, Spring Mattress. Straw Palliasses, Wool Mattresses, Lavender and Pink Bedroom Suite, consisting of Wardrobe Washstand, Dressing Table, Toilet Glass, Towel Rail, 3 Chairs, Chest with Drawers, and pedestal Cupboard, Painted Chests with Drawers, Washstands, Dressing Tables, Towel Rails, Mahogany Toilet Glasses, Cane- seated Chairs, Stairs Carpet, Brass Stair Rods, Floor Cloth, Cocoa Nut Fibre Mats, Deal Tables, Windsor Chairs, Clothes Horse, and numerous other effects. Sale punctually at Twelve o'clock. Dated 67, High-street, Newport, October 26th, 1877. 11602 RISCA FARM. Within Five Minutes Walk of Cross Keys Railway Station. Important sale of 32 Head of Cattle 2 Powerful Cart Horses, 26 Piers, Agricultural Implements, Wheat, Barley, and Oats in Straw, Roots. Lattermath, Dairy utensils, and other valuable effects, which R. JlNiIES GRAHA-iNt bas been bonourecl MR. JAMES GRAHAM has been honoured with instructions from LIEUT-COLONEL L. HEY- WORTH (who is giving up the farm), to CONDUCT ou TUESDAY the 13th day of NOVEMBER 1877. Luncheon at 11, Sale at 12.3 I. Full particulars in posters, cards, and future Adver- tisements. Dated 67, High-street, Newport, October-25th, 1877. 11603 TO BUTCHERS, CATTLE DEALERS, HORSE DEALERS, AND OTHERS. GOLDCLIFF, MONMOUTHSHIRE, Six Miles from the town of Newport, Two Miles from Llanwern Station, on the Great Western Railway. ANNUAL SALE OF FARMING STOCK. MR. CLIFFORD C. GREEN begs to an- nounce that he will hold the above Sale at the FARMERS' ARMS INN, on MONDAY, November 5th, 1877. The following Entries have been received 36 Fat Steers and Heifers, 120 prime Fat Sheep, 2 useful Cart Mares in foal; 2-yea.r-old Filly, by "Telegraph," dam by Sir James;" very handsome, 10 Porkers, 1 Sow and 10 Pigs. The above Stock is selected from the splendid. Herds of John Kenee, Esq., Whitson William Price,Esq.,Goldcliff; Messrs. Wilcox, Porton, Gold cliff Mr. Jones, Nash Mr. William Hignell, Magor; and others of the principal breeders and feeders in the district. In consequence of the large number of lots the Auctioneer begs to request a punctual attendance. Sale will commence at Twelve o'clock prompt. Entries are resnectfullv solicited, which will appear in editions of the South Wales Weekly Telegram and MON- MOUTHSHIRE MERLIN, issued previous to the Sale. J Auction and Estate Office, Whitson, and 114, Com- mercial-street, Newport, Mon., October 10th, 1877. [1559 TO HAY MERCHANTS, COLLIERY PROPRIETORS CONTRACTORS, INVESTORS, AND OTHERS. GOLDCLIFF, MONMOUTHSHIRE. IMPORTANT SALE OF PRIME MEADOW HAY. LI/TR. CLIFFORD C. GREEN" has been favoured with instructions to SELL by AUCTION at the FARMERS' ARMS INN, Goldcliff, on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5th, 1877, about 220 Tons of PRIME MEADOW HAY, IN 13 RICKS. Twelve are situate in the Parish of Goldcliff, and One in the Parish of Whitson and near to the place of Sale. They are numbered in the respective order in which they will be sold, and will be shown on application to Mr. Wm. Walters, Sampson's Court; Mr. William Price Grove- House; or Mr. George Vaughan, of the Farmers' Arms Inn, Goldeliif.. Six of the Ricks may remain where they now stand, to suit the convenience of Purchasers fot Investment. Sale at Four o'clock in the Afternoon precisely. Estate Offices, Whitson, and 114, Commercial Street, Newport, Mon. L1605 TIMBEti, LARCH, AND COPPICE WOODS. MR. MATTHEW JONES will SELL BY AUCTION, at the BEAUFORT ARMS HOTEL, Monmouth, on TUESDAY, the 30th day of OCTOBER, 1877, at One o'Clack in the afternoon, subject to con- ditions of sale to be then produced. J MONMOUTHSHIRE. LOT 1.—The Fallage of Coed-Vanhellog Wood, con" taining 7a. 2r. 14p„ situate in the Hamlet of Monks- taining 7a. 2r. 14p,, situate in the Hamlet of Monks- wood with 30 Oak Stores. LOT 2. Coed-y-Cocksea Wood, containing 23a. 2r, 36p., situate in the Hamlet of Monkswood with 68 Oak and 2 Ash Stores. LOT 3.—33 Ash, 30 Beech, and 2 Elm Timber Trees, and 14 Ash and U8 Beech Stores, standing on Gwerna- mason Farm, situate in the Parish of Raglan. Lot 4.—200 strong Larch, and 100 Scotch Fir Trces, numbered with red paint, standing in the Criga Wood, situate in the Parish of Trelleck. LOT 5.-212 strong Larch, and 100 Scotch Fir Trees, numbered with red paint, standing in the New Mills Plantation, situate in the Parish of Trelleck. LOT 6.—The upper part of Whitebrook Hale Wood ¡ containing 31a. 3r. 3p., situate in the Parish of Llan dogo, with 22 Oak Stores. LOT 7.—The Percot Wood, containing 33.. 2r. 30p., situate in ths Parish of Llandogo. LOT 8.—930 Larch Trees, dotted with red paint, stand- ing in the Coitca Wood, situate in the parish of Howick. LOT 9.—770 Larch Trees, dotted with blue paint, standing in the Coitca Wood. LOT 10.-1030 strong Larch Trees, dotted with red paint, standing in the Purcas Wood, situate near Devau- den Green. Lot 11.—Part of Upper Windcliff Wood, containing about 10 acres, situate in the Parish of St. Arvans with 4 Oak, 4 Ash, 3 Beech, and 2 Wych Stores, and 2 Oak, 4 Beech, and 2 Wych limber Trees. LOT 12.—The North Part of the Great Barnetts Wood, adjoining Turnpike Road, containing 24a. Or. lip., situate in the parish of Saint Arvans with 18 Oak Stor-s. LOT 13.—The South Part of the Great Barnetts Wood, containing 20a. 3I\ Op.; with 18 Oak Stores. NOTE.-All the above Timber Trees are numbered, and the Stores dotted with red paint, except otherwise mentioned. m William Stephens, of Usk, will show Lots 1 to 3; Richard Godwin, of Pen-y-Yan Green, Lots 4 to 7 and Lewis Williams, of the Veddow, Lots 8 to 13. tfsr Further particulars may be known on application at TROY HOUSE; or of the AUCTIONEER, at Mon- mouth. Troy House, 15th Oct., 187?. [1575 7 fty epeiiau. PONTYPOOL, MONMOUTHSHIRE. TO TIMBER MERCHANTS AND OTHERS. ^VFESSRS. PHLLPOT & WIXGFIELD _Y_L_ have received instructions to SELLBY AUCTION, 011 WEDNESDAY, the 7th day of NOVEMBER next, at 3 p.m., at the Kvw's HEAD HOTEL, NEWPORT, the following lots of OAK AND ASH TIMBER AND COPPICE WOODS, Subject to such conditions of sale as shall be then produced. LOT 1 -Part of the Graigvawr, 22.1. 2r. Op. in extent, or thereabouts, together with 31 oak timber trees and 29 stores, situate near Aberbeeg Railway Station, in the parish of Mynyddyslwyn. LOT 2.—The Thinnings of Glopwlla Wood, 20 acres in extent, or thereabouts, together with 5 oak timber trees and 14 stores, situate near Abertillery Railway Station, in the parish of Aberystruth. LOT 3.—Part of the Lasgarne Wood, known as the middle portion, lying above and below the Old Tramroad, 22a. Or. 32p. in extent, or thereabouts, together with six oak trees and 20 stores, situate near Abersychan Railway Station, in the parish of Trevethin. LOT 4.—The North-West portion of the Goy trey Wern, 15a. lr. 32p. in extent, or thereabouts, situate within half- a-mile of the Nantyderry Railway Station, in the parish of Goytrey. LOT 5.-Part of the Laswyn, 13a. 2r. 14p. in extent, or thereabouts, situate in the parishes of Mamhilad and Goytrey, and adjoining a good road leading to the Nanty- derry station. LOT 6.—Tyr William Ambrose, 7a. Or. 5p. in extent, or thereabouts, situate adjoining the Towing Path of the Monmouthshire Canal, and within half-a-mile of Pontrhy- i dyrun Station. LOT 7.-Pontrhydyrnn Wood, 15a. 3r. Op. in extent, or thereabouts, situate within half-a-mile of the Pontrhy- dyrun Railway Station, and close to a good road. The timber irees in the several lots are numbered in reel paint, from No. 1 upwards; and the stores are dis- tinguished by a red cross. William Lewis, woodman, Abercarn, will show lots 1 and 2; and Thomas Saunders, woodman, Estate Yard, Pontypool, will show lots 3, 4, 5, U, and 7 and for further particulars applv to the AUCTIONEERS, or to MR. ALFRED A. WILLI AMS, Park Estate Office, Pontypool. Dated October 17th, 1877. [15i9 COMMERCIAL STREET AND UPPER RAGLAN STREET, NEWPORT. MR. E. G. PENNY is favoured with in- structions to SELL by AUCTION, at the KING'S HEAD HOTEL, Newport, on WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31st 1877, at Six o'clock p m., subject to Conditions of Sale to be then produced, the following Property, viz. THE LESSEES' TEiiM AND INTEREST OF AND IN THE LICENSED PUBLIC AND DWELLING- HOUSE, Containing Newly-fitted Bar, Smoking. Six Bed-rooms, Kitchen and Very Large Room, and other Offices thereto belonging, known as the "HAMBURG BAR," Situate in Commercial-street, Newport. ) All those Two Leasehold Dwelling-houses, Garden, and Appurtenances thereto belonging, situate in Upper Raglan- street, now in the occupation of Thomas Davies and W. Reed respectively, at the yearly rental of X22 each house. These Houses are held under a Lease from the Tredegar Wharf Company for the unexpired term of 28 years, subject to annual ground rent of < £ t 4s. To view the •' Hamburg Bar," and the Houses, apply on the premises. For further particulars apply to Mr. E. G. PENNY, offices 114, Commercial-street, and 7, Ruperra-street, Newport. 1592 JUttfCS. BOROUGH OF NEWPORT, MON. THE INDIAN RELIEF FUND. MADRAS FAMINE. AT the argent request of the LORD MAYOR OF LONDON, and the MANSION HOUSE COMMITTE K, also by the MADRAS FAMINE COMMITTEE, for assistance to alleviate the distress now prevailing in Southern India, whereby an immense population is endangered by this appalling visitation, I appeal for your generous aid, and beg to aaknowledge the following subscriptions :— GEO. FOTHERGILL, Mayor. £ s. d. Amount previously advertised 628 6 8 Zion Chapel, Ponthier 7 13 0 Albert Edward Lodge of Freemasons.. 5 5 0 Lady Rodney Lodge of Shepherds, I 9 o n per Mr. V. Woodcock J Mr, Henry Richards' (builder), ) A Workmen J 1 U U Llanfrechfa Church 1 12 0 Mr. J. B. Hilton 0 5 0 Total Promised £ 701 0 8 Remitted to the Lord Mayor of London September 22nd, first instalment.8100 0 0 September 28th, second „ 100 0 0 October 11th third „ 100 0 0 October 19th, fourth „ 100 0 0 I 11459
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THIRD MON. R.V. PRIZE MEETING. The annual prize meeting, in connection with the 3rd Mon. Rifle Volunteers, took place at the county range, Newport Marshes, ou Thursday. Seven prizes were offered, but only four were decided, owing to the bad weather which prevailed ia the early part of the clay, and lack of time. The Marshes were at places two and three inches deep in water, and the shooting had to be done from cinder heaps, covered with can- vas, &c. Captain Thompson was in command of the Range, the other officers present being Lieut. Ingram and Lieut. Bryan, the latter of whom acted most effi- ciently as Inn. sec. A prominent feature in the day's shooting was the competition for the;subscribers' prize, the competitors being Thomas Cordes, Esq., M.P., R. G. Cullum, Esq., J.P., Messrs. W. Williams (High- street), R. J. Whitehall (Commercial-street), and Mr. Thomas Hewertson. The conditions were 5 rounds at 500 yards, without entrance fee, open to subscribers of a year's standing. We may mention that ties were decided according to Wimbledon rules 1877-viz., first by the fewest outers, secondly by the fewest magpies, third by the fewest inners, and fifth by the value of each shot, in inverse order. The subscribers' prize was won by Mr. Whitehall with 15 points. For the second prize Mr. Cordes and Mr. Williams tied with 12 each, and the tie was shot off, when Mr. Cordes made an inner (or 4 points), while Mr. Williams was unfortunate enough to .miss the target. On leaving the range Mr. Cordes was loudly cheered. The shoot- ing for the recruits' prizes (5 rounds at 100 yards), presented by the officers and non-commissioned officers of the corps, resulted as follows, thirteen prizes being taken in the order of the names as subjoined :—W. Garland, J. W. Bath, F. G. Billingh am, John Harris, G. W. Taffe, E. Griffin, Lieut. W. E. Cross, C. Grey, Joseph Rickards, F. J. Richards, E. Nancekivell, W. James, and George James. The highest prize was Xi (won by a score of 23 points), and the lowest 2:3 6d. The Ladies' prize, open for members of the 3rd Mon., was shot off at 200 yards, with 7 rounds. The first prize of X5 5s., presented by Mr. Cordes, was won by Lieut. D. Harris, with 27 points. The remaing prizes were taken in the following order :-Private George Trew, ( £ 2) 26 points, Private F. G. Billingbain 25 points, private W. R. Everett 25 points, Corporal A. Wil- liams, 25 points, Sergeant T. Roberts 24 points, Lieut. S. Bryan 24 points, and Private J. A. Everett 24 points. For the subscribers' prizes, as already stated, Mr. Whitehall took the first ( £ 2 2s.) with 15 points, and Mr. Cordes 2nd. The remaining prizes were taken as follows :—Mr. W. Williams 3rd, Mr. Cullum 4th, and Mr. Hewertson 5th. The town prizes consisted of a silver cup, presented by Mr. G. Fothergill (Mayor), and of the value of £ 5 5s. 2nd prize £ 2, 3rd, 30s., &c. The shootingl was at 200 and 500 yards, with seven rouuds. The prize was open to members of the 1st Battallion Mon. Rifle Volunteers, members of the 7th Corps, and troops quartered at the Barracks. The cup was taken by Private D. Francis, of the 7th Mon., with 57 points and the other prizes were won in the following order -Private T. J. Rich- ards, 3rd Mon., 52 points Private J. A. Everett, 3rd Mon., 52 points; Private J. Greenway, 7th Mon., 52 points; Q. M.. S. J. Pritchard, 7th Mon., 50 points Sergt. J. A. Williams, 7th Mon., 50 points and Pri- vate J. Trew, 7th Mon., 50 points. The prizes still to be competed for are the battalion prize of a silver cup, presented by Major Allfrey, with 10s. added by the Corps the Tredegar prize, contributed by Lord Tre- degar, Sir George Walker, Bart., S. Homfray, Esq., Col. the Hon. F. C. Morgan, M.P., O. Morgan, Esq., L. A. Homfray, Esq., and Frieads of the Corps and the judging distance prize of a piece of plate, value 10 guineas, presented by W. S. Cartwright Esq.
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LLANTARNAM DISTRICT FARMERS'…
LLANTARNAM DISTRICT FARMERS' ASSOCIATION. The annual meeting of the above Association was held on Thursday last, when there was a very success- ful gathering. The ploughing area included within the operations of the society comprises the parishes of Llantarnam, Henllys, Bettws, St. Woolos, Malpas, Llangattock, Llanvrechva (Upper and Lower), Llan- thewy, and Pauteg. This year the ploughing matches took place on the farm of Mr. Phillip Parker, of the Race Farm, Panteg, when thirty-nine ploughs com- peted. This we believe is the largest number that has competed at any agricultural meeting held in the county this season, but we are informed that as many as 52 ploughs have been seen in competition at the Llantaruam ploughing match. The ploughing was done in three fields—ley and stubble respectively. The work was excellently done, and the judges had some difficulty in making an award in more than one instance. Mr. Parker, the hospitable occupier of the farm, generously entertained the visitors, who, not- withstanding the inclement character of the weather in the earlier portion of the day, assembled in con- siderable force. This has of course been a very bad year for roots, but considering the season, the root crops entered in competition were of good growth. It is a fact worthy of note, that for the last three years the majority of the prizes offered by the Association for root crops have been taken by roots grown by Messrs. E. Packard and Company's manures. The Judges were—For the root crops, Mr. Watkin Jones, Bettus Mr. Francis, Llanyrafon and Mr. E. T. Price, Radyr Farm, near Uok including Hedging and Ditching, Mow Making, and Thatching.—For the Ploughing Mr. Thomas Williams, Peneoed Castle Mr. Franciit Langley, Henllys Vale Mr. J. H. Hillier, Llanvrechva and Mr. Joseph Harris, of Pauteague. For the Horses The Judges fur the Root Crops. THE PRIZK LIST. To the tenant farmer (being a member) who shows the best four acres of Swedish tnrnips-Lt prize, £1-, Air Thomas Stoodley, Bettws; 2nd, Jg2, Mr H. Buckham, Malpas. To the tenant tarmer (being a member) who shows the best two acres of Swedish turnips—1st prize. £:3, Mr Joseph Harris, Llanthewy 2nd, £ 1, Mr William Williams, Bassaleg. To the tenant farmer (being a member) who shows the best two aCres of Mangold \V urtzel-lst prize, < £ 4, Mr' Job Francis, Malpas 2nd, £2, Mr Knipe, Panteg. To the tenant farmer (being a member) who shows the best one Acre of Mangold Wurtzel —1st prize. £ 2, Mr Meredith, Llanyrafon; 2nd, = £ 1, Mr Job Francis, Malpas. To the farmer who shows the best and cleanest four acres of Swedish turnips Those grown by Vivian and Sons' manures, and bought from Mr C D. Phillips, New- port, will be awarded P I 4s by Mr Phillips, agent—Mr H. Duckhaui.. 3 To the farmer who shows the best and cleanest two .acres of Swedish turnips. Those grown with Lawes' manure, bought from Messrs L. N. and F Willmett, of Llanthewy, will he awarded £ 2 2s by Messrs Willmett Reserved. To the farmer who shows the best and cleanest two acres of Swedish turnips. Those grown by E. Packard and Co.'s celebrated manures, will he awarded a prize of £228, given by Mr r. Parry—Mr Job Francis. A prize of £ 2 2s, given by Mr Thomas Parry, seed and manure merchant, Caerleon, for the best and cleanest five acres of mixed grass seeds, purchased of him—Mr Thomas Stoodley. A prize of £ 1 Is, given by Mr Thomas Parry, for the best two acres under the aforesaid conditions—Mr Job Francis. To the farmer who shews the best and cleanest two acres of mangold wurtzel. Those grown by E. Packard and Co.'s celebiMted manures, and bought from Mr Thomas Parry, will be awarded £ 3 3s by Mr Parry—Mr Job Francis. To the farmer who shows the best and cleanest four acres of Swelish turnips. Those grown with Barnard, Lack, and Alger's mannres, and bought from Messrs Waters and Arnold, of Newport, will be awarded < £ 4 4s by Messrs Waters and Arnold—Mr J. H. Hillier, Llan- vrechva. A silver cup, value P5. given by Mr J. S. Stone, Dock- street, Newport, for the best general root crop grown in the distriet-Mr Job Francis. The following prizes will be awarded to a tenant farmer, his son, or servant, within the district, for the best made and thatched three mows of any produce on the farm the whole of the ricks to be taken into consideration—1st prize, £ 1, Mr T. Watkins, Llanthewy: 2nd, 15s, Mr Philip Parker, Panteg; 3rd, 7s 6d, Mr J. H. Hillier. PLOUGHING. Class 1, wheel plough—First prize, il, T. Watkins, son of Mr. T. Watkins; 2nd, XI 10s., Richard Williams, son of Mr. H. Williams. Class 2, swing plough—First prize, -03, C. Tucker, son of Mr. J. Tucker, Llangattock 2nJ, Xi 10s, .J. Lewis, son of Mr. Lewis, Llangattock. Class 3, wheel plough—First prize, J23, R. Williams, son of -Air-. Williaiiis 2nd, f2, B. Davies, servant to Mr. A. George; 3rd, .;1;;1, F. FreeguarJ, servant to Mr. Parker. Class 4, swing plough—First prize, £3, J. Davies, son of Mr. W. Davies; 2nd, Y,2, G. Skuee, servant to Mr. T. Watkius; 3rd, < £ 1, E I ward Walters, servant to Mr. T. Roberts. W. Harris, servant to Mr. J. H. Hillier, highly commended. 0 FOR BOYS UNDEK EIGHTEEN YEARS. Class 5, wheel plough—First prize, £2, W. Parker, son of Mr. W, Par- er t2nd, -tl I,-)s., J. Cole, son of Mr. T. Cole; 3rd, £1, C. Reed, son of Mr. C. Reed 4th, 10s., J. Moxham, son of Mr. S. Moxham. Class 6, swing plough—First prize, .£2, H. Williams, servant to Mrs.. Miles 2nd, £ 1 10s W. Samuel, son of Mr. Samuel 3rd, .£1, J. Jones, son of Mr. Jones; 4th, 10s., James Pearce, servant to Mr. Pearce. For ditching and hedging fourteen yards withing six hours on the best principle, open to those within the dis- trict only—First prize, .£1, Thomas Lewis, Llantarnam; 2nd, 15s., William Waits, Llantarnam 3rd, 10s., J. Pinchase, Llanthewy. For the best and neatest turn-out on the field, being the property of a farmer residing within the district—Mr Job Francis. Mr. Samuels highly commended. For the most valuable pair of horses, for agricultural purposes, belonging to a tenant farmer residing within the district—Messrs. J. and W. Parry, The Bottoms, Llangattock.—A second prize, which was not entered on the schedule, was awarded to Mr. J. H. Hillier. THE DINNER. The dicner took place, as usual, at the Greenhouse Inn, Llantarnam, when a substantial and satisfactory repast was placed upon the tables, and about 70 guests sat down. Thy chair was taken by Thos. Cordes, Esq. M.P., President; and the vice-chair by Mr. Thomas Parry. Among those present were the Rev. E. Jenkins, vicar of Malpas; Messrs. J. W. Joues, II. Cromwell, H. L. Morgan, J. L. Heward, J. S. Stone, J. H. Hillier, P. A. Parry, Thos. Boswell, A. Long, Wm. Lloyd (hon. sec.), Job Francis, J. Moxham, B. Lewis, John Parry, William Parry, A. George, Philip Parker, Henry Knipe, Place, H. Duckham, J. Tom- linson, William Laugley, Watkin Jones, W. John, T. Lilwall, A. Frcst, James Roberts, Joseph Harris, John Parsons, John Liscombe, W. Harris, aud James Prothero. The cloth having been removed, the usual loyal toasts were given from the chair, and duly honoured. Mr J. S. Stone responded on behalf of the volun- teers. With the toist of The Bishop ani Clergy of the Diocese and the ministers of all Denominations," the name of the Rev. E. Jenkins was coupled, and the rev. gentleman, in returning thanks, spoke in warm terms of the affection with which the Bishop of the Diocese was regarded by all who knew him. Mr-J. W. Jones proposed, in eulogistic terms, "The health of the County aud Borcugh Members," coupled with the name of Mr. Cordes. (Cheers.) The toast was received with the utmost cordiality. Mr. Cordes, in returning thanks, expressed his sincere regret that neither of the county members were present. They knew that Lord Henry Somerset re- sided in a distant part of the country, although he was largely interested in the county. As for Colonel Morgan, they all knew him to be a thorough agricul. turist-a gentleman also well known and exceedingly popular in the hunting field, and also well known at the Farmers' Associations in the county. (Hear, hear.) He had read a speeeh of Col. Morgau s, in which he said that he felt it his duty to attend every Farmers' Association, but voracious as the gallant Colonel was, he was not there that evening. (Great laughter.) He need hardly say that he did not use the word voracious in a gastronomic sense, but there was a limit to-evlery man's capacity in respect of dinners. (Renewed laughter.) They all knew the interest tnat both their county members took in agriculture, and therefore he would content himself with thinking them on their behalf without recapitulating that with which they were already acquainted. Having expressed his regret that he would be compelled by a prior engagement to leave at a very early hour, and humourously alluding to the fact that he was himself a tenant farmer, although of recent standing, the hon. member went on to say that during the short time he had been in Parliament it had struck him as being singular that so few agricul- tural matters came before the House for discussion. The agricultural interest was one of the greatest im- portance, and it was represented in the House by sou.* of the ablest members of that assembly, an 1 I y some of the largest landowners but with the excep- tion of the Agricultural Holdings Bill, which dealt with the question of unexhausted improvemenix he did not recollect since he had been a member of Parliament that any prominent Bill dealing with agricultural matters had been passed. From this fact he was, however, inclined to draw a satisfactory inference, and that was that although the British farmer had the reputation of being a grumbler, y, t on the whole he was tolerably prosperous, and had no cause to get up an agitation and to bring his grievance | before the Legislature. It appeared to him that leg s Ilatioa was a necessary evil. His opinion was that the less they had of legislation the better. There were some people who seemed to think that legislation was a pauacea for all evils. To give them one instance he | i .t* ic vfci i>Jvq*9T, < I a* ■» A »--? f» might say that, while they all recognised and deplored the great evil of intemperance, yet be could not agree with those who thought they could almost force people to be temperate by legislative enactment. In his opinion the more efficacious course was to induce men by instruction and persuasion to be temperate, rather than to attempt to force them by Act of Parliament to give up the deplorable habit. Were it not for the good qualities physical and moral with which God had gifted the English people, they would never hold the proud position in the world which they did. It was the people who had made the Government, rather than the Government had made the people. Were it not for their inherent qualities—if they had been an inferior race the best system of government in the world could not have made England what she is. The moral that he wished to impress upon them was that they must not look to Parliament as the sole, or even the principal, means for the correction of abuses. In conclusion, Mr Cordes dwelt upon the advantages of associating together, and the good, healthy and stimu- lating effects of honest emulation, and proposed the toast of Success to the Association," coupled with the name of the vice-chairman, Mr Thomas Parry. (Cheers ) The Vice-chairman, in responding, remarked that the attendance showed that the inhabitants of the district had every desire to render any assistance to the Association that lay in their power. (Hear, hear.) This was their tenth meeting, and he was glad to be able to say that the success which invariably attended their annual meeting was very great indeed. When he mentioned that during the past 10 years the Asso- ciation had given away prizes of the value of some- thing like £ 1,000—(hear, hear)-he was sure they would agree with him when he said that this fact, considering the comparative smallness of the district, spoke a great deal for the liberality of the gentlemen living in their mid3t. (Hear, hear.) So long as they had the support of their present President and the other gentlemen whose names appeared on the sub- scription-list there would be no fear of the Society going, financially speaking, to the wall; and he might observe that whenever any of their supporters came among them they would always endeavour to give them a hearty reception. He must express his regret that owing to a prior engagement Mr Cordes would not be able to remain with them during the whole of evening, but he was sure they were all only too pleased to have been able to secure Mr Cordes' attendance although only for a limited period. (Cheers.) Mr Parry went on to endorse the remarks of the President with regard to the beneficial effects of emulation and competition, and especially alluded to the root crops, in which be said a great improvement had been mani- fested during the last 10 years. The ploughing com- petitions also tended very largely to the improvement and better cultivation of the land, and he thought all the gentlemen present would agree with him that the ploughing that day had been excellent to a degree- in fact it must have been so or it would not have kept the judges till nearly dark before they could finish making the awards. He was pleased to be able to tell them that they had a slight fund in hand upon which they had not had to draw for some years, thanks to the forty gentlemen or thereabouts who con- tributed their guineas, and two guineas, or three guineas, as the case might be, and to whom the Asso- ciation tendered their most cordial thanks. Before he sat down he had a toast to propose, which be was sure would be received with the greatest possible enthu- siasm. He begged to give them The health of their esteemed President, Thos. Cordes, Esq." The toast was honoured with every demonstration of cordiality and respect. Mr. Cordes replied in brief and cordial terms, and while expressing his regret that he was compelled to leave, explained that it was owing to a much older engagement. (The hon. gentleman then retired amidst volleys of cheering.) Mr J. W. Jones (who had been deputed by Mr Cordes to take his place) then assumed the chair, and proceeded to distribute the prizes. Mr J. L. Heward then proposed The Subscribers and Donors of Special Prizes" in a happy and hjimoa- rous speech, in the course of which he said that as a, hunting man he thought that those who hnnted and shot over the farms of the members of the Society should subscribe towards its funds. (Applause.) With the toast he coupled the name of the Vice-chairman. Mr T. Parry returned thanks, and made special mention of the name of Mr Reginald Blewitt Dowling as a gentleman who contributed most handsomely to the funds. He also mentioned the name of Mr Stone, who contributed a prize of the value of zC5 5s—(hear, hear), and remarked that they should all be most happy if Mr Stone would also respond to the toast. (Hear, hear.) Mr Stone, in obedience to repeated calls, returned thanks in a neat speech. Mr Place gave "The Judges," and Mr Watkin- Jones and Mr Thomas Francis acknowledged the com- pliment. "The health of the Successful Competitors" was submitted by Mr Cromwell, and responded to by Mr Job Francis, Mr H. Duckham, and Mr Henry Knipe. Mr Stone next gave "The Unsuccessful Competi- tors," coupled with the name of Mr Philip Parker: Before the toast was drunk the Chairman said he had a pleasing duty to perform, and that was to tender the unanimous thanks of the Association to Mr Parker for the generous and most hospitable way in which he had entertained the visitors at the farm. He moved That on behalf of the Association a. vote* of thanks be given to Mr Parker for his liberal entertaining of the visitors at the ploughing match to-day" (Cheers.) Mr Parker's health was then drunk with three times three, and Mr Parker returned thanks in a neat speech.. The next toast, given from the chair, was that of- The Committee and Secretary of the Association," coupled with the name of the efficient secretary, Mr Lloyd. (The toast was drunk with musical honours.) Mr Lloyd, in reply, alluded to the beneficial results which had accrued from the working of the Society, and incidentally mentioned that greater encouragement was needed for the boys. The Chairman said that he would give a, prize of X2 2s for boys next year—an announcement which was received with applause. Mr Cromwell further said that he would double his subscription, and Mr Place added his name to the list of subscribers. The Press" was given from the chair, and Mr Jones in doing so spoke of the fact that he was an old Press man" himself. (Cheers.) The toast was responded to by the representative of the MERLIN. The healths of "The Host and Hostess," "The Chair- man," "The Bassaleg Association" (suitably responded to by Mr John), were also given.
COLL illllY EX PLOSION. 'ILOSS…
COLL illllY EX PLOSION. LOSS OF 200 LIVES. The little colliery village of High Blantyre, near Hamilton, on Monday, was the scene of a most terrible colliery disaster. By this catastrophe, unparalleled in the history of Scotch mining, it is reckouad that fully I 200 lives have been lost. On Monday morning, about six o'clock, the men employed at Messrs. Dixon's col- .c 0 i lieries, High Biautyre, departed to their usual work, ]2G men descending the shaft of the pit known as No. 2, while 107 entered pit No. 3. Statutory communi- cation exists between these pits, and it seems that be- fore the disaster occurred a number of men were en- gaged removing stoops in the splint of the lower seam of No. 2 pit. This operation is always regarded as hazardous, and it appears that with culpable reck- lessness the hands employed made use of naked lamps. While the men were engaged in blasting in the splint of No. 2 pit, about nine o'clock, au appalling explosion of fire damp eecurred, which'spent itself in the shaft of No. 3 pit. The explosion was attended by a sound resembling the loudest thunder, flames burst forth at the bead of the shaft of No. 3, and dense volumes of smoke rolled up from the entrance to pit No. 2. Frag- ments of coal and timber and clouds of dust were then scattered around the heads of the shafts, large quanti- ties of debris being shot for a great height into the air. The deafening sound of the explosion immediately attraeted a large crowd to the scene of the calamity, and, with all possible celerity relief gangs were orga- nised, and every effort was made to restore ventila- tion to the mines. An hour, however, elapsed, before air could again be admitted to the pits, and all efforts to descend the shaft of No.'3 were found to be imprac- ticable. Four men then strove to enter No. 2 pit, but were unable to proceed along the splint seam from the damp, and, after persevering at the imminent risk of their lives, were brought up in a fainting condition to the surface, one of them, named Thomas Laidlaw, being, it is feared, very seriously injured. Notwith. standing this, however, another relief gang was imme- diately formed, and the new party of volunteers, after advancing a short way from the foot of the shaft, found the bodies of six men, dreadfully charred and disfigured, which were at once drawn up to the bank. Although a constant stream of water was poured down the shaft, that the reserve party might be in a measure relieved from the noxious effects of the damp, the new relief gang were finally forced to desist from their perilous mission, and so seriously were several of them affected bp the deadly atmosphere- which they had been inhaling, that they had, on returning to the sur- face, to be covered with earth to free them from the influence of the choke-damp. Fresh bands of volun- teers at once took up the task of exploring the work. incs, aud several other bodies, mostly mutilated be- yotid recognition, were recovered. The black cloud of smoke which at first floated over the sctene of the- catastrophe cleared away, and as the news of the dis- aster spread like wildfire through the surrounding dis- tricts, a vast concourse gathered round the pitheads, the wives and children of the men who were in the pits exhibiting heart-rending emotion. -1 {Farther particulars are given in the eighth page.) r.