The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

ENGLISH BAPTIST CHURCH.—Foreign missionary services were held at the English Baptist Church on Sunday, when sermons were preached by the Rev W Smith, who has spent many .[years labouring on the Congo. Collections were made on behalf of the Fund. SCHOLAPTTC SrccKss.—Miss Gladys Mary Davies, daughter of Mr David Davies, King-street, Carmar- then, has been appointed out of numerous competitors to one of the County Exhibitions of £25 each. Miss Davies won the first scholarship offered to girls at the Carmarthen Intermediate School, and her scholastic career has been very successful ever since. WATER-STREET CHAPEL, CARMARTHEN. — Prayer meetings were held at Water-street Chapel on Wed- nesday in thanksgiving for the harvest. Those who took part in the morning meeting were Mr w. Joseph, Mr Jonathan Phillips, Mr T. Harries, Water-street, and Mr Davies, Penllwyn Park. The evening meeting was led by Mr John James, Mr John Harries, Mr David Davies, and the Rev E. Davies. CARMARTHENSHIRE INFIRMARY. — The Secretary begs respectfully to acknowledge the receipt of the fol- 6d, Talley Church; periodicals, Mr C. E. Davies, King-street; Miss Ethel Jenkins, Peny- morfa; Mrs Polley, East Parade; Mr R. James, Bridge-street, and Mrs W. McDowall, 56, Lammas- street vegetables, St John's harvest thanksgiving fruit, St David's harvest thanksgiving; three games for patients, Mr J. Stout; flowers, Mr J. Thomas, 1, .Priory-street. „ i DEVTH OF MR H. F. PRITCHARD.—The death is announced of Mr H. F. Pritchard, who expired at Colwyn Bay on Sunday evening. Mr Pritchard, who was 62 years of age, was well Known in Carmarthen. He had been for 15 years the manager of the N. P. Bank here. He held the office of borough treasurer, and was one of the most useful members of the Chamber of Commerce. He took a great interest in all public matters, and was greatly respected by the public of the borough and county. He retired about two years ago, and went to live at Colwyn Bay. OLD MICHAELMAS FAIR was held in Priory-street on Thursday. There was a good supply of cattle, which sold at good prices. Cows and calves found ready buyers at jE15 to £18 each two-year-olds fetched £12 each and yearlings, JE7 to £10. Fat beasts sold at 6d a lb. There was a large number of horses the quality, however, was indifferent. There were few good carters, and cobs sold at £30 to -£36. Yearling carters fetched dE16 to £18, and two-year-olds £25 to f30- „ ENGLISH WESLETAN, CARMARTHEN—The harvest festival in connection with this church was held on Sunday last. The edifice had been prettily and lavishly decorated, particularly the pulnit. Inside the altar rails, there was a large collection of bread, fruit vegetables, and other offerings. The decorations were carried out by members of the church, who also sup- plied the necessary material for the ornamentation. Special hymns were sung, and the preacher at the morning and evening services was the Rev E Owen (pastor). MEETING or THE RAILWAY-MEN.—A meeting of the local branch of the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants was held in the Assembly Rooms on Sunday afternoon, when Mr Muir, the Scotch organising sec- retary, addressed the meeting on the work of the Society. Mr John Davies, goods guard, occupied the chair, and there was a large attpndance. Mr H. Evans, goods guard L. & N.W.R., and Mr Rees John, signalman G.W.R., addressed the meeting. Votes of thanks to Mr Muir, the Secretary (Mr J. Jones, signalman), and the Chairman terminated the meeting. DEATH OF MRS MORGAN.—We deeply regret to announce the death of Mrs Morgan, of John-street, which took place on Friday last. The deceased, who was in her 77th year, was for many years head nurse with the late Mr John Thirlwall, nephew of the late Bishop Thirlwall, at the Palace, Abergwili. On Mr Thirlwallleaving for America, Mrs Morgan went to Llanelly, where she kept a coffee tavern for many years. She returned to her native town—Carmarthen —about two years ago, and assisted in the manage- ment of a grocer's shop with her niece, Miss George. FUNERAL OF MADAME WILLIAMS.—On Sunday, at 3 p.m., the funeral took place at Llanstephan Churchyard of Madame Williams, who had died at her residence, the:" Nightingale's Rest," the previous Wednesday. The funeral was largely attended, the Sunday Schools of the Established Church, the Metho- dists, the Baptists, and the Congregationalists being present.. The Rev J Price, the vicar, officiated. Madame Williams, who was over 70 years of age, was ell-known iri Welsh musical circles a generation ago, amongst her works being a re-writing of Clychau Aberdyfi." She had attained fame as a composer, a songster, and a poet, and was well-entitled to the name which she bore of the Star of Wales 1: (Seren Cymru).. FUNERAL AT WHITE MILL.—The funeral of Mr Evan Evans, an employee of the Great Western Rail. way, who died at his home in Hick-street, Llanelly, took place at Salem Baptist Chapel, White Mill, on Tuesday. The deceased, who was 42 years of age, was a native of White Mill, and the funeral was largely attended. The corpse was met at Carmarthen Station by a large number of friends, who accompanied it to the place of interment. The officiating ministers were the Rev — Davies, Soar, Llanelly, and the Rev- Gimblett, White Mill. The mourners included Mrs Evans (widow), Mr John Evans (brother), Mr Lewis Evans, Carmarthen (brother) Mrs Evans, White Mill (sister); Mr and Mrs Walters, Loughor (sister and brother-in-law); Messrs Lewis and Daniel Evans, White Mill (nephews), and Mr John Evans, Priory- street (nephew). WEDDING AT CHRIST CHURCH.—At 9 a.m on Mon- day a quiet wedding was solemnized at Christ Church, Carmarthen, the contracting parties being Mr T H Arthur, of the Don Stores, and grandson of Mr J B Arthur, Priory-street and Miss Mary Sarah Davies (May), third daughter of Mr T Bland Davies, Quay- street. The ceremony was performed by the vicar (Rev T R Walters), in the presence of numerous friends. The bride who wore a cream voile dress, erimmed with cream silk, and a hat to match, was given away by her father. The bridesmaids were Miss Maggie Davies (pister of the bride), Miss Essie Leonard (niece of the bride), and Miss Minnie Arthur (sister of the bridegroom.) They were attired in figured cream voile, and black picture hats. Mr J B Arthur acted as best man. After the breakfast had been partaken of at the residence of the bride's father, Mr and Mrs Arthur left for .Southampton. The bride's travelling dress was a brown costume, trimmed with, blue, and a hat to match. HOME-COMING OF MR AND MRS OWEN PHILIPPS. —After a wedding tour through Pembrokeshire, Mr and Mrs Owen Philipps, of Amroth Castle, arrived at Sarnau Station shortly after noon on Thursday, the 2nd inst. The station had been prettily decorated in honour of the occasion, and crowds of people assembled to give Mr and Mrs Philipps a hearty welcome. They entered an open carriage, driven by postillion, and proceeded in the direction of Coombe, the road en route being decorated here and there with bunting. When within half a mile of the mansion they were met by the tenantry of the Coombe estate and friends, who unyoked the horses and dragged the carriage up to the house, the crowd cheering meanwhile. Mr Owen Philipps thanked them all for their kind expressions of good feeling. Afterwards a sumptuous dinner was provided by Mrs Morris for the tenants, and the toast of Mr and Mrs Philipps, and other members of the Coombe familylwere honoured enthusiastically. In the afternoon tea was prepared for all comers, and in the evening a magnificent display of fireworks was given in the grounds. TONIC SOL-FA CONFERFNCE.—The annual meeting of the South Wales Tonic Sol-fa Association were held at Wern Chapel, Yssalyfera, Swansea Valley, on Satur- day, tthe members present including the president, Messrs D Jenkins, Mus Bac., W Harrison, M.A., Mus Do; W T Samuel, Cardiff and J R Lewis, hon secretary, Carmarthen M 0 Jones, Treherbert D W Lewis, Brynamman T C Williams, Cerddor y Dyffryn and Rev T Davies, Wern. At the first sitting Mr D W Lewis, F.T.S.C., Brynamman, pre- sided. Mr W T Samuel, of Cardiff, submitted ths accounts of the Bargoed Conference, a credit being shown. Mr R Lloyd Jones, F.T.S.C, Pontyclun, read a paper on Old Notation, conveying valuable suggest- ions to teachers. Mr T Powell, jlais, followed with a paper on Music Teaching in our Day Schools and Evening Classes." The president (Mr D Jenkins) pre- sided over the afternoon sitting, when the draft scheme £ repared by Mr M 0 Jones, Treherbert, and Mr J R iewis, Carmarthen, with a view of putting the Associ- ation on a better basis, was considered. The scheme was adopted almost in its entirety. The association will henceforth be known as The South Wales and Monmouthshire Tonic Sol-fa Association," and mem- bers who must have obtained an intermediate certifi- cate, will have to pay a subscription of 2s 6d per annum. Papers were read by Mr D Jenkins, Mus Bac., on Phrasing," and Mr Walter Harrison,, M.A, Mus Bac (Oxon) on "Chromatic Cords." The evening meeting was presided over by Dr J Thomas, J.P., Ystalyfera. Addresses were given by Messrs D Jen- kins, W T Samuel, and W Harrison. SALE AT DERLLYS COURT. The Messrs Thomas, of Derllys Court, are noted for the excellence of their highlv-lired Shorthorn cattle, horses, and sheep, so that it is not to be wondered that at the sale on Wed- nesday there was a large attendance of the best buyers in the country. The sale was conducted by Mr D. H. Thomas, of the firm of Messrs Lloyd and Thomas, auc- tioneers. Carmarthen, and the bidding was exceedingly brisk. The prices realised were excellent, and the sale is reckoned to be one of the best ever held at Derllys Court. The cows went as follows:—"Favourite," £25 4s "Queen," with calf at heels, £ 1 S tha," JE18 10s "Cillefwr," jE16 Treventy," £16 15s "Lady," £16 15s; "Laura," £12; Pantjrathro," fl3 10s "Marv," £14 15s and "Strawberry," £13. The average price obtained for the 12 two-year-old in- calf heifers was £17, but several fetched as much as i £20. The 20 yearling heifers sold at an average of fl2 10s. The fat cattle met with a ready demand at a good figure. The 55 sheep went for about 45s a head. Derllys Swell," a well-known prize-taker at horse shows, with a good pedigree, was knocked down for £44 2s. "Montford Ivy," a well-known brood mare and prize-winner, was sold for £63, The brood mare, Derllys Blossom," fetched 29 guineas. A bay colt, by Derllys Royal Ensign," dam Derllys Blos- som," sold for 18 guineas. Derllys Rosaline," a pedi- gree mare and prize-winner, realised 56 guineas. Four fillies and colts fetched £16 10s, £14 10s, £14, and £14 10s. The hackney brood made, Fidget," sold for £30. A chestnut colt foal brought in £12, while a bay pony, 13 2 hands, three years old, and a grey pony, 13 hands, four years old, went for f28 and jE19 respectively. CHRISTMAS SHOW. —A meeting of the Committee of the Carmarthen Agricultural Society was held at the Boar's Head Hotel, Carmarthen, on Wednesday evening, the 1st instant.—It was decided to hold the annual Christmas Show this. year on Thursday, the 11th of December. The president, vice-presidents and other officers were elected. First-class judges were selected, all of whom, the secretary (Mr John Fran- cis) informs us, have accepted. Several offers of special prizes were considered and accepted. This year's schedule, which may be obtained of the Secre- tary, will include several new classes. ST. Jomrs, CARMARTHEN.—The annual harvest thanksgiving services were held at St John's Welsh Chnrch throughout Sunday and on Monday evening last, and were marked not only by the huge congrega- tions, but also by the exceptional heartiness of the singing. The church had been handsomely decorated for the occasion by the following :—Altar vases, Miss Timothy, The Avenue altar rails, the Misses Davies, Lammas-street; altar walls, Miss Roberts, The Vicarage, and Miss May Curnick, Wood's-row pulpit, Mrs Thomas, County Police Station windows, Mrs Phillips, John-street Mrs Davies, John's Court; Mrs Thomas, Waundew Miss Davies, Furnace Bank; Miss Evans, King-street Mrs T Williams, King- street Mrs Lewis, 12, Priory-street font, Miss Davies, Florida House, The Avenue pillars, the Misses Davies, Barn's-row Miss May Lewis, Miss Ethel Jones, and Miss Sarah Jeremy. Contributions of fiowers, fruit, vegetables, bread, and other offerings were sent by the following :—Mrs White, The Grange; Mrs Lester, Furnace House Mr Jones, Penlan Mr Williams, Parkydelyn Mrs Davies, Swansea Castle Mrs Rees, Bird-in-Hand Inn Mr Rees, 58, Water-street Mr Davies, Cartretle; Miss Evans, Infirmary; Mrs Evans, Spilman-street Mrs Bart- lett, Church-street Mrs Jones, 15, Tabernacle- terrace Mrs Davies, 34, Water-street Mrs Davies, Barn's-row Mrs Lewis, 12, Priory-street Mrs Phillips, Towyside Mrs Thomas, 27, King-street; Mrs Price, Johnstown Mrs Curnick, Wood's-row Mrs Morris, 9, Tabernacle-terrace Mrs Rees and Mrs Richards, Greta Villa Mrs Thomas, Bedw House, Priory-street Mrs D Jenkins, 6, The Avenue Mrs Rees, 57, King-street Mrs Davies, Bedw House Mrs Jones, 5, Church-street Mrs Dr Price, 144, Priory-street Mrs J B Arthur, Parade Miss Davies, Henallt, and Mrs Jones, 10, Chapel- street. At eight o'clock on Sunday morning a celebration of the Holy Communion took place, the Ven Archdeacon Evans being the celebrant. The service in the morning was fully choral, the re- sponses being Tallis's Festival. Special appropriate hymns were rendered by the surpliced choir and con- gregation in a sincere spirit, betokening their thought- fulness for a bounteous harvest. The sermon was preached by the Rev T. Jones, vicar of Llanddarog. In the evening the service was again choral, bnt the charming service was considerably enhanced by the singing of Stainer's beautiful anthem, Chwi gewch drigo yn y tir (" Ye shall dwell in the land "), by the choir. The rendering was excellent, and greatly en- joyed by the huge congregation. The choir quite sur- passed itself, ana reflected the greatest praise on their conductor (Mr James Morgan, Parade), who must have spent much time and labour in bringing his choir up to such a high standard. The bass solo was ex- ceedingly well rendered by Mr D. J. Davies, King- street, while Master Charlie Jones, The Avenue, sang the treble solo admirably. The hymns were again ren- dered with great heartiness, and it is doubtful whether better congregational singing (for which the church is so noted) has ever been heard inside the walls. The sermon was again preached by the Rev T. Jones. On Monday evening the services were continued, and the edifice was packed to its utmost capacity. The choir repeated the anthem, and again distinguished them- selves. The service was equally as bright as those on the previous day. The sermon was preached by the Rev W. Morgan, Llandilo-Talybont. At the conclu- sion the choir sang Griffiths's Te Deum in B flat. The clergy who intoned the services were the Ven. Arch- deacon Evans (vicar), the Rev D. T. Alban and the Rev J. Jenkins (curates). Mr James Morgan presi- ded at the organ in his usual able manner' ST. CARMARTHEN.—This Welsh Church held its annual harvest festival last week. Com- mencing on the evening of the 30th ult, Rev J M Gri- ffiths, Aberayron, preached to a crowded congregation. On the following morning at 8 o'clock there was a celebration of the Holy Communion by the Rev T. R. Walters (vicar). The Rev J. M. Griffiths also addressed the communicants, At 11 o'clock on Wednesday, the service, which was fully choral, was intoned by the Vicar, and the curate, Rev Owen Jones. The Rev Canon Williams, Llangammarch, preached. At the evening service, the Vicar and the Curate again intoned the service, while the Rev J. Marsden, vicar of Llanllwch, and the Rev T. M. Williams, vicar of Llanarth, lead the lessons. The singing was really excellent, and greatly appreciated by the large congregation. The Rev T. M. illiams preached an eloquent sermon. Mr Walter Watts, organist, presided at the organ. The church was beautifully decorated by the following Chancel, Mrs Soppitt, the Misses Hancocke, Mrs Challenor, Mrs David Davies, Mrs Thomas, and Mrs Richards altar vases, Miss Sarah Williams pulpit, Miss Davies, 61, Lammas-street lectern, Mrs Jones, Catherine- street Mrs Evans, Glannant-road; Mrs Morris, Catherine-street windows, north and south, Mrs Daniel Jones, Park House, St David's-street Mrs Williams, Cemetery Lodge; Mrs N Morgan, St David's-street Miss Sarah Williams, Friar's Cottage west window, Miss Jenkins, 71, Water-street font, Misses Richards, 20, Picton-terrace; choir stalls, Mrs W L Jones gasoliars, Mrs John Evans. Valu- able assistance was also given by Mrs Richards, Johnstown Mrs Daniel, Albion Inn Miss Walters, Parcglas Mr T Evans, Mr Williama, Merthvr Mr Evan Williams. Offerings of corn, vegetables, flowers, and bread were sent by the following Miss Ann Evans, Mrs Evans, Bakery; Mrs Griffiths, Miss Thomas, Johnstown Mrs Davies, Catherine-street Mrs Morris, Friar's Cottage Mrs Cocks, Bridge- street Miss Thomas, Picton-terrace Hr H. Gwynne Lewis, Magazine-row Miss Rees, industrial trainer Mrs Richards, Prospect-place Mrs David Davies, Mrs Brunker, Mrs Peter Lewis, Mr Thomas Jones, Chapel-street Mr W. Jones, St David's-street Miss N. Jones, St David's-street Miss L. Morgan, St David's-street Mrs Walters, The Parsonage Miss Jones, SR, Lammas-street Mrs James, 8, Picton- place Miss Jane Davies, Pond-side; Mr Rees, Tre- fychan Mrs Walters, Parcglas Mr and Mrs Phillips, Llangors, Trevaughar.; Mrs J Daniel, Albion Inn Mrs Morris, Cunlift'e Bakery Mrs W Jones, Catherine-st.; Mrs Jones, 68, Catherine-street; Mrs Irving, Johns- town; Mrs Pyle, Johnstown: Mrs Davies,2, Catherine- street Mrs Aneurin Morris, 75, Catherine-street; Mrs R. Jones, 10, Buckingham-place; Miss Carro Jones, Miss Jones, Mrs Howell, 48, Lammas-street; Mrs Spurry, Friar's-row Miss George, Mrs Jones, 67, Catherine-street; Miss Lewis, 20, Picton-terrace Mrs Pugh, Water-street; Mrs Evans, Temple Bar Mrs Daniel Jones, St David's-street; Mrs Williams, Ceme- tery Mr Evan Williams, and Mr B. A. Lewis, Morfa House.—On Sunday evening last the Wednesday even- ing service was repeated, when the vicar (the Rev T. R. Walters) preached an eloquent sermon. The sing- ing on this occasion was of a very high order. DISASTROUS FIRE IN PRIORY-STREET.—Early on Friday morning last a fire broke out in the shop of Mr Daniel Morris, merchant and grocer, Priory- street, Carmarthen, and but for the great efforts of the police and fire brigade, might have done con- siderable damage. As it was, the large premises were completely gutted. It appears that between two and three a.m., Mr T Lewis, contractor, 114, Priory-street, was returning from the house of his mother-in-law, who is unwell, and when passing the premises re- ferred to, noticed a fire in the shop With commend- able promptitude he burst open the door, rushed upstairs, and thus enabled Mr and Mrs Morris, and their son, Mr W E Morris, chemist's assistant, who were all sleeping soundly, to escape without receiving any personal injury. Mr Lewis then ran down the street, and meeting P.C.'s Lodwick and Davies in- formed them of the fire. They then rang the fire-bell, and called up Wm Thomas, the water-man, and Thos Davies, the engine-driver. P.C. Davies also called up Supt Smith, who, together with other members of the fire brigade, soon assembled. P.C.'s No 2 and 4 con- veyed the hose and reel to the scene of the fire, which by this time had taken a firm hold of the building, the flames leaping to a great height, and extending over the roadway. It was a grand, but lawful sight. Not a few of the townspeople heard of the occurrence, and at once hastened to the outbreak. The lines of hose were soon attached to the hydrants near the Old Oak (the premises being in close proximity to the historic relic), and the White Horse Inn. After a short time the water was turned on, and in about 15 minutes a good supply was obtained, and directed on the blazing mass under the direction of Supt Smith. All efforts to save the shop were futile, but the brigade, assisted by the police, did all that was possible to save the fire spreading, and it is gratifying to record that, the exception a some damage, they were suuvs>r >1. The shop and contents were completely destroyed, 11..1 the premises gutted. The fire also extend to three houses adjoining on the east side, that of Mr David Williams, J.P., suffering most, and considerable damage was caused by the water. By five o'clock the fire was well in hand- The steam fire-engine was brought to the scene, but was not used. The fire brigade included P.C.'s Lodwick, Phillips, Davies (4), Davies (7), Davies (9), firemen Thomas Rogers, Wm Rogers, David Jones :plumber), David Jones (plasterer), David Price and David Davies. Valuable assistance was also rendered by Councillor W Evans, Queen-street, and a number of the public. Great credit is due to the police and fire brigade for the prompt and willing manner in which they obeyed the orders of Supt Smith, and also to Wm Thomas for the excellent manner in which he diverted the water supply in the direction of the fire, the water havirg been turned off throughout the town during the night. The origin of the fire is unknown, but it is presumed that the outbreak was caused by rats gnawing at a box of matches. The loss is estimated at between £400 and JE500, and is covered by insur- ance in the Phoenix Office. SPECIAL COUNTY SESSIONS.-A special County Police Court was held at the Town Hall, on Mon- day, before Mr C. W. Jones, Carmarthen (in the chair), and Mr E. Colby Evans (mayor) Disorderly Characters. — John Moore and John Powell were charged with being drunk and disorderly. —The two defendants are strangers to the neighbour- hood, and have lately been working at the Water Works, near Conwil. On Sunday, at 4.15 p.m., P.S. Harries found them drunk and disorderly on the road near Bronwydd Arms.—The Bench fined them each £ 1 and costs, and, as they had only 6d between them, they each went to gaol for a month. THB TEACHING OF HORTICALTURE AT CARMAR- THEN.—On Monday afternoon, Mr Pickard, a member of the staff of Aberystwyth College, attended at the National Practising School to give a lesson in Horti- culture. Mr Pickard expressed the different methods of propagating plants—by seeds, cuttings, grafts, and layers. The greater part of the time was taken up with practical illustrations of the taking of cuttings of gooseberry and red and black currant bushes. The Master (Mr J. R Phillips) had provided about a hun- dred of the needed slips," and with these the lecturer explained the different methods of treating each, and also gave a large number of the boys and girls an opportunity of practising for themselves. At the close a vote of thanks was accorded to Mr Pickard, on the motion of the Mayor (Alderman E. Colby Evans), sup- ported by Mr Phillips. It is hoped that Mr Pickard will give a three weeks' course of lectures at Carmar- then next year. SALE OF SHORTHORN CATTLE AT DOLAU.—The sale of Mr James Thomas's small but highly-bred herd of Shorthorn cattle took place on Tuesday at Dolau Farm, the auctioneer being Mr W. Vincent Howell Thomas, of the firm of Messrs J. Howell Thomas and Son, auctioneers, &c., Carmarthen. The sale was very largely attended by breeders of Shorthorns from this and the adjoining counties, for, although Mr Thomas has only been a breeder and exhibitor of Shorthorns for a few years, his great success in the show ring has made him quite a well-known figure amongst Short- horn breeders in South Wales. All the stock was sold without reserve, excepting that well-known cow, Princess May," which did not reach her reserve price, which was, we understand, fixed at 80 guineas. The prices realised in every case were highly satisfactory. Below we give a list of the different prices obtained, from which it will be seen that Shorthorns, in Carmar- thenshire at any rate, are looking up. A roan heifer calf from "Princess May," dropped on the 27th August last, was purchased by Mr William Rhymney Hall, Cardiff, for 12 guineas. Sweet Lavender," a five-year-old, bred by the late Mr D. Long Price, Talley, was bought by Earl Cawdor for 24 guineas, and her heifer calf went to Mr Davies, Wern, for 6! guineas. Mr J. LI. Morgan, Rhiwfelen, Abergwili, became the owner of Lady Mabel," a four-year-old, for 27i guineas. Violet," five years, went to Mr Brogden, Iscoed, for 20 guineas. Her bull calf, dropped 31st August last, was bought for 5 guineas by Mr Richards, Pantyrathro, who also purchased Flo," aged three years, for 181 guineas, and Tiny," going on two years, for 26 guineas. Mi," calved in January, 1901, was sold to Mr Thomas Davies, Pantybeudy Hall, for 27 guineas. The well-known roan bull, Cashier," went to Hafodwen, being knocked down to Mr R. Footman for 31 guineas. Mr Davies, Birch Hall, Llangeitho, became the owner of The Scamp," a nine-month-old bull calf, for 16 guineas. Captain Jack," born the 4th of September last, fetched 5 guineas from Mr Lewis, Tyrhos. Ada," a four-year- old, and Rose were bought by Sir Courteney Man- sel, Bart., for 18 guineas and 121 guineas respectively. Lady Sil," going on three years, went to Dr Carver, Maesgwynne, for 12 guineas. Mrs Evans, Eisteddfa, Llanon, bought" Madam," two years old, for 12i guineas. A number of half-bred heifers met with ready demand. SHIPPING.—The s.s. St Seriol with a cargo of slates from Carnarvon for Mr T Davies. SALE AT PENYGRAIG.—On Friday last at Peny- graig, Abergwili, Messes John Francis and Son, auctioneers, etc., Carmarthen, disposed of the splendid milking strain of Shorthorn cattle, the property of Mr E W Francis, who will shortly sail for Canada, where he intends making a new home. The sale attracted considerable attention amongst dealers, farmers, and others,not merely on account of Mr Francis? popularity, but mainly owing to the excellent state to which he had brought his herd, with the entire object throughout of producing rent-paying cattle, bearing in mind as his chief point their milk-producing qualities. There were 37 milch cows, all in full profit, and these, together with the young stock, made up in all a total of 90 head of cattle. Fifteen of these excellent Shorthorn cows realised an average price of dEt6 10s a-piece, while several cows with calves made over £20, making the total average for all the milch cows £15 7s 6d a head. The pedigree bull Buzzard," to which a great deal of the excellence of the young stock is due, was sold for f26 10s. The horses sold satis- factorily, a bayjeart mare, 16 hands, by Buccaneer, going to Swansea at the price of £47. The arrange- ments were complete everything was earned out with efficiency, and the numerous lots despatched promptly by the auctioneers. The crowded ring comprised the most useful lot of buyers that could be got together in any part of West Wales. BOROUGH POLICE COURT.-Held on Monday, at the Guildhall, before the Mayor (Alderman E. Colby Evans), Mr W. Morgan Griffiths, Lime Grove, and Mr David Williams, Priory-street. Drunk and Disorderly.—James Isaac, Temple Gar- dens, was charged with being drunk and disorderly on the 27th September.—Supt. Smith said that on the day in question, about ten-past six p.m., he saw the defendant come past the Assembly Rooms, and go into Bank-lane. When about half-way through he com- mitted a nuisance there. He was drunk, and when told he would be summoned he went away without say- ing a word. The lane was largely frequented.—De- fendant said he was not drank—Thirteen previous convictions were proved, the last being on July 28th last, when defendant was fined 10s and costs for being drunk and disorderly.—Fined 10s and costs. Albert Barnett, labourer, Jones's-place, The Quay, was also summoned for being drunk and disorderly on the 27th ult.—P.C. Davies said at 5.30 p.m.pn the evening in question, he saw defendant in Island-row drunk and making use of obscene language. He caused a large crowd to collect round him. When threatened with the lock-up he went away, swearing and challenging his brother to fight.—Defendant, who expressed his re- gret, had been previously convictedon four occasions, the last time being the 5th March, 1900.—A fine of 10s and costs was imposad.—Mr Griffiths You are a youug man only 22 years of age, you had better sign the pledge, and give up the drink altogether. Yon see the trouble it leads you to.—Defendant asked for time to pay, and the request was granted, Mr Gri- ffiths remarking that on all future occasions he would not be a consenting party to give defendants in such cases time to pay the ine. They should be prepared to meet the fine, and from that time forth he would go strenuously against it. School Board Cases.—Patrick Downey, guard. Orchard-street, was summoned for neglectieg to send his children, Michael and Arthur, to the Mill-street Roman Catholic School. Defendant said he was away a good deal, and thought that the children went to school. He wished them to go. Michael had been to the Pentrepoth School for a week.—School-attendance Officer James said the headmaster would not accept the boy without the father's permission.—Defendant said he was a widower, and his eldest child, a girl, was 15 years of age. She ought to see that the children went to school.—Mr James said that Arthur, aged 10 years, was only in Standard I.—The Bench made an order for the boys to attend the Mill-street Roman Catholic School, and asked the father to tell the boys that if they did not attend school regularly they would be taken and sent away to fan industrial school.—The defendant: I have told them about the value of edu- cation and they haven't grasped it.—Sarah Davies, of Taflerdy-lane, was summoned in respect of her daughter, Elizabeth, who attended Priory-street School.—A medical certificate was put in from the resident doctor at the Infirmary, where the girl is an out door patient, and the case was adjourned in order that inquiries might be made.—An order was made for Thomas, the son of Ellen Saunders, Duke's-yard, to attend Priory-street School.—A number of special constables were sworn in. SPECIAL BOROUGH POLICE COURT.—At a special borough police court held on Wednesday at the Guildhall, before the Mayor (Alderman E Colby Evans) Mr T E Brigstocke, King-street; Mr James Davies, Redholm Mr T Davies, The Quay. Alleged, Attempted Suicide. — Price James, haulier, lodging at the Saracens' Head Inn, Spilman- street, was brought up in custody charged with attempting to commit suicide on the 7th inst.— Benjamin Evans, goods guard on the G.W.R., St David's-street, said that about 2.30 p.m. on the day in question, he was shunting at the north end of the ¡ Carmarthen goods yard. He saw the defendant lying down on his side with his head resting on the rail. His train was in motion at the time, and defendant was about fifteen yards away. He stopped the engine, and went up to the defendant. He told him to get up, as the engine was coming that way. Defendant replied, Let it come, and that will be the end of me, and I shan't trouble you any more." In a little while lie moved) a yard off", and witness told him to clear off the premises altogether. He then fot over the fence and went towards the river* P.C )avies was coming round Parade-road, and he called his attention to the defendant. He could not say that defendant was drunk, but he was under the influence of drink. By the north end he meant that part by the L.&.N.W.R engine-shed.—Defendant replying to the Bench said i was drunk. I know that yesterday. I do not jremember seeing him (the witness), as I have been drinking for two or three days.—David Evans, blacksmith, Fountain-hall-road depos ed that when he was following his (employment near the L&.N.W.R engine shed, he heard some people shouting out that there was a man acting strange by the river side. He ran down to the bank and found defendant lying down. there. He caught hold of him, and asked him what: was the matter. He said, "Nothing, only sleeping." Just then P.C. Davies came on the scene. He did not see him trying to get into the river. Had he wanted to, he could have done so easily. Defendant looked as if he had been drinking. His head was towards the water.—P.C. Davies (7) stated that about 2.30 p.m. on Tuesday he was on the Parade, and could see the defendant on the marsh the other side of the railway, running towards the river. He lost sight of him, and heard people shouting on the railway, Come down there is a man trying to commit suicide." In company of last witness he went down to the river, and saw defendant lying on the bank with his head towards the river. They lifted him up. He asked him what was the matter with him, and defendant replied, Nothing; I can see it coming on this last fortnight." Defendant was stupid drunk, and he took him into custody and brought him to the police station. There was a deep pool near where the defendant.was lying, and he was sliding in on the slime. If they had not gone down, he would have been in the water. Witness thought he wanted to conceal himself, as he was out of sight. He was lying flat in the rushes on the side. He was getting nearer the river, and witness did not think he could stop himself from sliding down.—The Mayor Where are you a native of ?—Defendant: Radnorshire; Llandrindod Wells, sir. I have been working with David Jones on the Quay.—Supt Smith said defendant had been in the town for about five years, and had been working with Mr J. B. Arthur.—After a short deliberation, the Mayor said, "James, you stand re- manded till next Monday, and in the meantime en- quiries will be made into your mental condition." His 59th Appearance.—George Ray (38). who ap- peared in court with half his face covered with scars and cuts, was brought up in custody charged with be- ing drunk and disorderly on the 7th instant.—P.C Richards said that on Tuesday, about 11 p.m., he saw defendant in Mill-street. He was drunk, had his coat and waistcoat off, and fighting with Tom Vaughan. He created a great disturbance there. He took the defendant to the police station and locked him up. Ray went quietly. About a quarter of an hour pre- vious to that he heard Ray making use of bad lan- guage and challenging the Vaughans to fight. His face got into that condition as the result of fighting. —Ray said the Vavghans had been molesting him.— Supt Smith said that the last time in July he had a month. In June he was fined 10s and costs. He had only been there twice since this time last year.— The Clerk You can't sent him to an inebriate home then —The Mayor You will be sent to prison for one month with hard labour, Ray. It is of no use giving you any further chances.—This way Ray's 59th con- viction. SCHOOL BOARD —The monthly meeting of the Carmarthen School Board was held at the Town Carmarthen School Board was held at the Town Hall on Tuesday, at 8 p.m. The Rev W. W. Lewis presided, and there were also present Mr R. J. Jones and Mr J. P. Carter. Maps of the War.—During the consideration of the teachers' requirements, the item of a map of Africa for Pentrepoth Girls' School was considered.—Mr Carter suggested that this should be deferred until the new maps showing South Africa as it now was had been published.—Mrs Watkins said that those maps were to be had already. Resignation of Mr Adamson,.—The following letter was read :—" Training College, Carmarthen. I wish to hereby submit my resignation of membership of the Carmarthen School Board, as I am leaving Carmarthen for Pretoria in a few weeks.—I am, &c., J. A. ADAM- SON."—Mr R. J. Jones: We shall lose a good member. —The Chairman I suppose there is nothing for us to do but to accept it. I wish to express our regret that he is compelled by circumstances to sever his connec- tion with the Board. I am sure we all wish him every success in his new sphere of labour. Coal.—Two tenders were received for the supply of coal during the year. Mr Bland Davies's tender was as follows:—Bryndu and similar coals, re-screened, 23s 2d per ton English coal, 21s per ton large hard coal, 24s 6d per ton nut coal, 26s 6d per ton fire- wood, 25s per ton. Mr J W White tendered as follows: —Bituminous, best Bryndu, re-screened, 22s 6d per ton other coals, re-screened, 21s per ton anthracite I (cobbles), 26s 8d per ton large hard, 23s per ton firewood, 24s per ton.—Mr Bland Davies's prices were inclusive in each instance, but Mr White charged 9d extra per ton in each instance.—Rev W W Lewis This is an enormous price for coal.—Mr Carter said that they had accepted a. tender for Bryndu at 23s 3d at the School of Ai c, for the Intermediate School at the same figure. Mr White had had the contract for the Intermediate School. There was a possibility of a strike, and that was why the tenders didn't wish to bind themselves to Bryndu. He thought it was their duty to accept the lowest tender, which, on the whole, was that of Mr Bland Davies's.—The tender of Mr Bland Davies was accepted.