The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

EXCURSIONS.—The G.W.R. Co. announce trips to Swansea and London during the jjoming week. Detailed particulars may be seen in our advertising columns. CABMARTHEXSHIEE INFIRMARY.—The Secretary begs respectfully to acknowledge the receipt of the following :—Bethlehem, St.. Clears, 2 3s. 7d.; Elim, Llanddowror, JB1 3s. 7d; periodicals, from Mr. James. Nott-square; Mrs. Gwynne-Hughes, Glan- cothy; Mr. W. S. G. Morris, Ystradwrallt; Mrs. Haneocke, The Vaults. HOWELL v IIONVELL.-The appea' on be- half of the defendant against the decision of the Borough magistrates on the 2^th December, will be heard at the Divisional Court of appeal at London 1-11, Tuesday next Mr. T. Howell Davies, solicitor, 18 acting for the appellant, and Mr. J. F. Morris, for the respondent. RAINFALL RECORDS.—At Golden Grove Gardens. Feb. 18th, 1.17 inches; Feh 19th, 0.02; Feb. 20th, 6.11-; Feb. 21?t, 0.72; Feb. 22nd, 0.17; Feb. 23rd, 0.23; Feb. 24th, 0.20; total, 2 67 inches.—F. Surman. DEATH OF MRS. BUEHHILL.—We regret to record the death of Mrs. EUen Burnhill (wife of Mr. E. J. Burnhill, a retired member of the Borough Police Force), which took place at her residence, 4. Sawmill-terrace, Carmarthen, on Friday last. The deceased, who was 56 years of age, had been ill for a considerable time. She is survived by her husband, three sons, and five daughters. The funeral took place at the Carmarthen Cemetery on Wednesday. The Rev. Aldred Williams, curate of St. Peter's, and Mr. R. Bythell Davies officiated. The mourners included the husband, sons and daughters; Mr. W. Burnhill, Friar's Park, and Mrs. Burnhill; and Mr. and Mrs. Rudman, Cardiff- • WELSH FIELD COMPANy-ROYAL ENGINEERS.— Carmarthen Section.—Orders for week ending March 7th, 1914 :-Officer on duty, 2nd Lieut W. N. Phil- lips; N.C.O. on duty, Sergt. G. Jones; orderly corporal. Corpl. S. E. Bowser; orderly trumpeter, Trumpeter A. ^uckfield. Monday: Rtcutilt, (irill; 7.30 p.m. Tuesday: Miniature range practice; 7 p.m. Wednesday Recruits' drill; 7.30 p.m. Friday: Miniature range practice; 7 p.m. Notice: Members who have not completed their miniature range practices, are requested to do so as early as pos- sible.—(Signed) John Francis, Capt., Welsh Field Co.. R.E. THE PROGRESS OP MODERN WALES.—At the Eng- lish Baptist Schoolroom on Wednesday, the Rev. Gwilym Davies, M.A., opened a discussion on the "Progress of Modern Wales." Having sketched the history of the Welsh Renaissance from 1868, when Henry Richard was elected member for Merthyr, th1 speaker referred to the apathy of the Carmar- then Town Council and other bodies in regard to Social Reform, and said that this was due to the haoit of keeping our ideas of religion and social justice in separate compartments. An interesting discussion followed. 4TH BATT. THE WELSH REGIMENT ("E" Com- pany).—'Orders for the week ending Saturday, the 7th March, 19141-Officers on duty, Lieut. A. S. Williams: company orderlies, Sergt. W. R. James and Corpl. G. Davies. Monday: Company parade, 7.30 p.m. recruits' drill, 7.30 p.m.: Bugle Band practice, 7.30 p.m. Tuesday: College Half Company, Company parade, 2.30 p.m.; recruits' drill, 2.30 p.m.; signalling instruction for Brigade Signalling Sec- tion. 2.30 p.m. Wednesday: N.C.O.'s instructional class, 7.30 p.m. Friday: Recruits' drill, 7.30 p.m.; Rugle Band practice. 7.30 p.m.—By order, J. F. de R!'es, Capt., commanding E. CA 4th Welsh Regi- ment, Carmarthen. Vv EDDING.—A very pretty and interesting wedding took place at St. Peter's Church on Tuesday morn- cor,tracting parties being Mr. Willis Negus, £ son of Mr. Thomas Negus, Little Water roet,. Carmarthen, and Miss Mary Davies, eldest wh CT of Mr- Davies, Llanllawddog. Th bride. matehWaS tagtily attired in a blue dress with hat to m c/ was given away by her father. The oere- (vicar) TV.P°rform0(^ *)v ^ev' ^aiTy-Griffiths Th 1 attl'rrii bridemaids. who were charmingly and AT' -V-pe Davies, sister of the bride, dutif.- '^I ^cSlls, sister of the bridegroom. The JT XT °r os*" nian were ably carried out by Mr. G. (,crrmnn'US(k ^Pr °f the bridegroom. After the Mansmr^- Wedding party drove up to Bolahaul CfDtinr. 1 m V.otor cars- at whioh place a grand re- Enter in^th given by Col. and Mre. Astlett. rf*cini0I!i, f llaPPy couple, who were the Oardiff i n"merous and costly presents, left for motor car ll-rIthe honeymoon is being spent. The Groom + arf ubieb conveyed the bride and briJe- Coi •°A«.ne church and station was kindly lent by and Mrs. Astlett. THE RIXK PICTUliEDIICI-IE. -The management of the Drcine nave a pei.eiiuni for (ivnw.ng ihe oiowu with their attractive programme of exclusive dramas, and week after week they provide an absorbing and exciting entertainment. For the latter part of the week the pictures arc "Lady of Lyons," or "Love and Pride," by special arrangement with the Co- operative Cinematograph Company, Lord Lytton s world-famous romance. First staged by Macready in 1837, and since played in every country on the surface of the g-lobe. "In the grip of the Eagle's Claw," a powerful two-part detective story; "Pathe Gazette": "The WiAning Pnnoh "i.nve 'and Courage;" "Embarrassment of Riches." For Mon- day and Wednesday of the week beginning March 2nd, the following is the programme:—"The Lion Tamer's Revenge," s», in-is.Mw> Eclair three-parr production full of original ideas and sensational scenes, in which wild animals play a conpicious part; "Little Dorrit." a powerful two-part Than- houser photo play: "Pathe Gazette, "The h'gh-bcrn child and beggar," adapted from the well-known song. "His wonderful lamp"; "Stolen Models." There will not be a pictorial entertainment on Tues- day, 3rd March, as the room is being engaged for a Mass Meeting by the Carmarthen Unionists. CARMARTHEN BOROUGH EDUCATION COMMITTEE.— A meeting of the Carmarthen Borough Education Committe was held at the -Guildhall on Tuesday at 8 p.m. There were present Mr. H S. Holmes (in the ohair), Mrs. Lewis, Miss Jones, Mr. D. Samuel, Mr. J. B. Arthur, Mr. J. Crossman. Mr. H. C. Tierney. the Rev. A. Fuller Mills, and the clerk (Mr. T. Walters).—The report of H.M. Inspector in the work done at Pentrepoeth Girls' School was very favourable, "but attention was drawn to the need of a partition, asi four classes were being taught in one room.—Mr. J. B. Arthur asked if they were bound to carry out tho recommendations in the Inspector's rOPort.-The Chairman said that unless they fall in with the demand they ran a risk of losing tho grant —The matter was deferred.—A letter was read from the Vicar of St. Peter's (Rev. Parry Griffiths) enclosing- a letter from Mr. Hardaker, the head-master, calling to the fact that the vacancy in the school staff m-a, still unfilled.—Mr. J. B. Arthur said that they had been advertising for a teacher without result.—A letter was also read con- taining the resignation of Mr. H. E. Griffiths at the Model -Tht) Chairman said that there was now only the head-teacher and one class teacher in the Mode! Boys' School.—Mr. J. B. Arthur: Can't we got girls.—The Chairma.n: I don't think you can. —It wac? stated that the Committee had spent £ 10 in advertising for a teacher at the Model School without rosult.—Mr. Crossman The best way to ad- vertise is to increae the salaries; we might as well rise to the occasion gracefully as have it extorted out of us.-It was stated that the matter of in- creasing the salaries would be considered at the Estimates Meeting on Friday, the 27th inst.—Thf application of Mr. S. Cairns, the attendance officer, for an increase of salary was deferred until the same date. LRNTKN SKRYICES IN ST. DAVID'S PARISH.—The energetic Vicar of St. David's (the Rev. Griffith Thomas), has arranged for the following rev. gentle- men to preach in the parish during Lent:—At St David's Church: March 1st (at 6 p.m.). the Rev. W. Ll. Rees. vicar of Llangunnock: Si arch 4th (7 )).m.). Rpy. E. Jenkins, Pencader; March 11th (7 p.m.V Rev. J. Jenkins, vicar of Llangunnor; March 18th (7 p.m.). Rev. Owen Jones. vicar of Conwil-Elvet: March 25th (7 p.m.). Rev. W. liar Edwards, curate of St. Peter's: April 1st (7 p.m.). Rev. J. M. Morgan, vicar of Newchureh. At Christ Church: March 1st (at 3.30 and 6.30 p.m. Rev. Canon A. J. Mason. D.D.. Canterbury. On the second, third, fourth lId fifth Sundays in Lent, at 6.30 p.m.. the R.,or. Principal A. W. Parry. The sermons or Sunday morninfrs will be preached by the vicar of the parish. The Rev. Canon W. W illiams will conduct a "quiet day" for all parishioners on Thursday. April 2nd. Canon Mason, who will preach at Christ Church on Sunday afternoon and evening next. was born at Laugharne, and is one of the most distinguished Carmarthenshire men of the present generation His career is one of the most distinguished of the clergy in the Church of Eng- land. A brief outline of the important positions which he has occupied migM be interesting to our readers A scholar of Tri College, Cambridge (8th. Classic). B.A. 1872. M.A. 1875. B.D. 1887., DD. 1890; Fellow of Trinity College. Cambridge, 1373-84; Examining Chaplain to Bishops Benson, Wilkinson, ind Gott. of Truro. 1877-93: Select Preacher at Oxford, 1892-4: Exami :ng Chaplain to, thA Archbishop of Canterbury. 1893 6: Examining Chaplain to the Bishop of London. 1901-3; Six Preacher Canterbury, 1894-5; Hulsean Lecturer Cambridge. 1899; Ladv Margaret Divinity Pro- fessor. Cambridge. 1895-1903; Professor and Fellow of Jesus College. Cambridge, 1895-1003. At present ho is Canon of Canterbury Cathedral and Examin- ing Chaplain to the Archbishop. His literary works are far too many to enumerate, but we may men-- tion "Tho Faith of the Gospel." which is one of his best known books, and a "Manual of Christian Doctrine." which has been of real value to all Bible students. The Vicar of St. David's is to be con- gratulated upon securing the help of so distin- guished a aeholnr and ecclesiastic. We understand that the Lord Bishop of St. David's hones to be present at Hie service at Christ Church on Sunday evening. We feel sure that large congregations CUTI be expected to listen to Canon Mason upon his vlsTT to his old native county.—At the men's service in the aftemon. Mr. Lewis Giles will sing "There is a green hill far p.wav." accompanied by Mr. W. Baxter Brookes, F.R.C.O. MISSIONARY ASSOCIATION.—A meeting was held at St. David's Vicarage, Carmarthen, in connec- tion with the Junior Clergy Missionary Associa- tion, the Rev. Aldred WTilliams, B.A. senior curate of St. Peter's, presiding. An address was given by the Kev. David Walters. B.A., who has recently reo turned from Canada, on his experiences of mission work in the Province of Regina. A discussion followed. in which the following took part:-The Revs Evan Thomas (Llanegwad). Lewis Davies (Llangendeirne). Griffith Thomas (St. Day. B. Parry Griffiths (St. Peter's), Principal Parry (Training College), and Lambert Rees Llanddowror). WEDDING.—A marrago was celebrated at Zion Llanelly on Tuesday betweon Mr. W. R. Morgan (Ritchie), oidait --on of Mr. and Mrs. James Mor- ion. King-street. Carmarthen, and Miss M. E. Jones (Maggie), eldest daughter of Sunt, and Mrs. Jones, Llanelly The Rev. E. T. Jones officiated. Mr. Oriel Morgan (brother of the bridegroom) acted as best man. After the coremony they left by the 3.30 p.m. train for Rhymney, where the bridegroom is :n business as a chemist. EMPIRE THEATRE.—An altogether excellent en- tertainment is being presented at the Empire Theatre Carmarthen, this week. and the patrons of this place of amusenvnts should not fail to pay it a v sit. The variety turns are excellent, and some fine films hive been secured. The turns for next week.are:—The special engagement at stupen- dous ciost of the Travers Trio, refined vocalists and hurricane American mat dangers; also an expensive enffajr-ment of Phoebe Prince." ('h:(' comedienne and dancer The star picture for Monday. Tues- day and Wednesday next is "A Pitfall of the Instal- ment Svstem," a magnificient two part drama, and a story of grent interest, including "The Warwick Chronicle." with all the world's: latest events; "Ma-ble's Awful Mistake." a him liter-maker, and "Th" ,i.-tectiv«'s Trip." i telling of absorb- ing interest. For the latter part of the week. "The Stolen Idol. n rn^nifi^rt drnmn. very p-,ttlief;- and sensational. "The Battle at Fort Laramie." I Indians attack the fort and a terrible massacre takes place, will be shown. Many other fine dramatic.. co^i'c. nnd travel rn'ctnrcs will be shown. ST. DAVID'S DAY.—St. John's Church will cele- brate St. David's Day by holding special services. j There will be a celebration of the Holy Communion at 8 a.m., service and sermon at 10 a m.. Evensong and Sermon at 6 p.m. The preacher throughout the day will be the Rev. Cannon William Williams, the Rectory. Jeffrevston. The services will be con- tinued on Monday when a service will be held at 7.30 p.m., the preacher being the Rev. H. J.. Stewart Vicar of C'V'.ket.t. At 2.30 there will also be an united children's service at St. Peter's. TOWYSTDE MISSION CHURCH.—On Thursday, the 19th inst.. a most successful tea and concert was held at the above Mission Church. The tea was provided through the kindness of Mrs. J. F. De Rees of Ucheldir. Penllwyn Park, Carmarthen, and the concert was performed by the scholars attending the Sunday School. The teachers had worked as- siduously in prepn ing the tnbles. which w«>re made to look very bright with floral decorations, and their energies were put to a severe test in trying to keep pace with the rapidity with which the de- licious brands disappeared. After the tables had been cleared the school-room was re-arranged, and Vl,ll. a very enjoyable children's concert was givn. The chair was occupied by the Vicar. Rev, B. Parry- Griffiths (vicar of St. Peter'?, and in his opening remarks paid a well-deserved tribute of thanks to the donor of the tea. The following is the pro- gramme :—P^"t 1. Opening hymn. "Bulwark of a. Mighty Nation; chairman's address; Welsh soncr. "Cymru Bvchan," Jessie Davies; recitation, "Lady Moon." Annie Elias; song, "Birdies in the Wood," Bridget Elias; recitation. "The Little Sol- dier," Violet Vaughan; hymn, "I love to hear the Story, Nancy Vaughan; recitation. A Pretty Little Boy," Molly Rogers; hymn, "There's a friend for little children," Freddy Best; recitation, "The Boy's Song," H. A. Lewis; sacred song, "Jesus loves Me. Sydney Elias: recitation. "OT the 1" of the Royal George, Alex Barnett. Part II. Hymn, "Saviour. Blessed Saviour," Doris Thomas; recitation, "My Mother's Portrait," Lena Davies; song. "Chasing the Leaves," Nellie Elias: recita fl,,n. "Two litMe Kittens, Jessie Divies; hymn. "Once in Royal David City," Joe Elias; recitation, "The Helper," Annie Owen; song, "When the dewy liarht," Edith Davies: recitation. "Simon. Blyth.. Bird." Elizabeth Elias song, "Watching the Wheat." Annie Wilson: recitation. "The Mother and her Prodigal Son," Alice Davies; hymn competitive), Molly Rogers: recitation. "The Fairies." Leah Ellas; recitation. "The Water Mill," Dorothy Davies; finale. "The Lord's Prayer," sung by School Children; Benediction. WEDDING OF MISS JOSEPHINE HARRY.—A mar- riage was celebrated at the English Congregational Church, Carmarthen, on Tuesday at 11 a.m. between Mr. Dan Davies. of Chiswick, London, and Miss Marion Josephine Harry, daughter of the Rev. Joseph Harry, Gwvnfa, Carmarthen. The Rev. James John, Llanstephan, officiated. and Mr. F. W. Watts acted as organist. The .best man was the Rev. W. Charles Thomas, of Chiswick. There were three bridesmaids—Miss Haulwen Harry, of Briton Ferry (the little cousin of the bride) Miss Saph, Richmond-terrace, and Miss Olive Evans, Picton- place. The bride was dressed in ivory isatin with lace, and wore it bridal veil with wreath of orange blossoms and white heather. Miss Haulwen Harry was dressed in ivory satin with hat to match; the other two bridesmaids wore pale blue dresses and black hats. The bride carried a shower bouquet the youngest bridesmaid carried a basket of pink and white carnations: and the two elder brides- maids carried bouquets of pink and white carna- tions, all the gift of the bridegroom. A breakfast and reception was afterwards held at the Waverley Temperance Hotel. The bridal party included Mrs. Davies, Cefn, Rhydargaeau (mother of the bride- groom) Mr. Davies (brother of the bridegroom), the Rev. J. Harry and Mrs. Harry (parents of the bride), the Rev. J. B. Thomas: the Rev. D. Glyn- dwr Richards and Mrs. Richards; the Rev. Thus. Thomas, Ynystawe. and Miss Thomas; the Rev. W. Lewis, Llanpumpsaint; the R-ev. James John, Mrs. John and Miss John; Mr. and Mrs. Evans, Dol- gwili; Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Cefnmaes; Miss Waters, Miss Thomas (Parade-road); the Misses Watkins (Cwmdare): Mrs. Harry, Briton Ferry; the Rev. D. J. Thomas, Mrs. Thomas and Miss Thomas; Mr. Thomas, Llwynmartin; Mr. Davies, Gwarcwm; and Miss Evelyn Lloyd and Miss Irene Lloyd, Picton- terrace. Miss Lilian Thomas, Richmond-terrace, and Miss Lilian Jones, Richmond-terrace; Miss Marie Holmwood. Lammas-street; Miss Kathleen Copeman (members of the bride's Sunday school class). The newly-wedded couple left by the 4 p.m. train for Brighton, where the honeymoon is being spent. The -bi-ide. wore a seal coat and black velvet hat, with lancer feather. LOCAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR ST. DAVID'S DAY.—The arrangements for the celebration of St. David's Day in Carmarthen on Monday next will be on a most, elaborate scale and worthy of the high traditions of the ancient borough. The Mayor is exceedingly desirous that all patriotic citizens, especially the tradespeople in the principal streets of the town. should decorate their business establishments with flags, &.c. At 1.30 on Monday, which is being re- cognised as a holiday in the elementary schools of the town, the children will meet nt the Park (pro- viding of course the weather is fine), where one or two national songs will be rendered and the red dragon flag unfurled from the flagstaff. After saluting the flag the youngsters will form in pro- cession. and. headed by the Boy Scouts, the Boys' Brigade, and members of the Cymmrodorion Com- mittee. will march to the Assembly Rooms, where a meeting will be held. commencing at 2 o'clock, over which the Mayor will preside. A children's choir, numbering over a thousand voices, will render Welsh <folk songs, and will be addressed by Llew Tegid. There will be also harp selections and penillion singing. In the evening there will be a conver- sazione at the Assembly Rooms, starting at 7.30. when the Mayor will again preside. The guest of the evening will be Llew Tegid. the well-known bard. who was one of the conductors at the Carmar- then National Eisteddfod in 1911. Mr. Arfrvn Thomas, of Ammanford, has been engaged as the harpist, and Mr. Richard Morgan, of Brynamman. the penillion singer. There will also be solos and selections by the Cymmrodorion Choir of b voices, and a short sketch, entitled "Dydd mawr yn Pentre (a trreat day in the village), bv Dvfnallt. will be performed bv Mr. J. F. Lloyd and friends. The dmma consists of three scenes—1st. the squire's palace: 2nd. shop y crvdd: and 3rd. the I'istpddfnd. Refreshments will be served during intervals. Tickets for the conversazione (Is, eicb) mll<t be obta-ined on or before Saturday next from Mr, E. Walter Rees (L. and P. BanW, or Mr.. E. ;Colby Evans (Guildhall-square). Every child in the town is to be presented with a daffodil, which of late years se,m,; ro be superseding the Jeek as the national emM- m of Wales. The Mayoress woul4 glad to re the assistance of the ladit-s in th&'matter of decorations and refreshment;. ,ind Jl those who can do so. to meet her at tho Guildhall to-night (iFridav) at 6.30 p.m. FUNERAL OF MRS. JOHN DANIEL.—The funeral of Mrs. John Daniel, of Belmont House. Parcmain- street. Carmarthen, and wife of Mr. John Daniel. the parish warden of St. David's Parish Church, took place on Saturday afternoon last. at 2 p.m.. at St. David's Church burial-ground. The funeral was for men only. and was verv largely attended. Had it not been for the awkward hour of twc :n the afternoon when most of the working classes received their T-)a.v-there would be an immense -at gathering of the worshippers of St. David's Church: but notwithstanding this, the Vicar's warden and almost all the sidesmen were present; Rev. Dr. Caleb Hu<rhe.s; Col. Aslett. Bolahaul. The Vicar (the Rev. Griffith Thomas) was from home that day, otherwise he would be present to pay ttie last rites to Mrs. Daniel. Also a number of our Noncon- formist friends, including Mr. J. Patagonia Lewis, Mr. Joseph Thomas, Mr. S. Jones, Lammas-street. At the house the Rev. M. Gelly, curate of Llan- llwch. read a portion of Scripture and prayed on behalf of the bereaved husband and other relatives. At the Church, the Rev. Owen Jones, vicar of Con- wil (formerly an old favourite curate of St. David's Parish); Rev. Gwynfe Jones, curate, and the Rev. M. Gelly. the popular curate of Llanllwch. took part in the service. At the church the old favourite We!sh hymn, "0 fryniau Caersalem," was very fp(.1ip!!ly siiiig by the congregation. Miss Inez COClo; presiding at t-Le organ (in the absence of the organist. Mr. Ivor Llewelyn. Temple Gardens, who is ind sposed), with great credit to herself. At the graveside the Rev. Owen Jones. vicar of Csnwil. and the Curate of St. David's read the last portion of the beautiful Burial Service of the Church of England. Before leaving the remains of the departed the Curate gave out the hymn "Bvdd myrdd o ryfeddodau." which brought tears into the eyes of the assembly present. Beautiful floral tributes were sent by the following:—Husband. Edie and Maggie; Harry, Bess, and family; all af Gilfach; from Cwm Cottage; Rev. M. Gelly; Mrs. J. Edwards. Denstone College. Staffordshire: Mrs. Olive. Boar's Head Hotel; Mrs. Evans. Temple Bar; Col. and Mr-. Aslett, Bolahaul; Miss Ethel i,, Penymorfn iFemale Assistants of the Market Hall: Acrnes Thomas. Morgan Arms: J. Lewis, 8. Little Water-street; and a beautiful art:- d wraith wis verv k:T'!rllv given by Church- warden Williams and the Sidesmen of St. David's. The mourners were: Mr. John Dan-el (husband); Misers Maggie anil Edie Dllnipl (daughters): Mr. una Mrs. Daniel. Warwick House. Parcmain-street (son and dtiighter-in-law); Mr. Jenkin, Cwmavon (daughter); Mr. T. Dnniel. Ferndale (son); 1r". P \niel. Llanelly (sister-in-law); Mr. J. Thomas, 31. Richmond-terrace (brother): Mr. D Thomas (nephew); Misses Annie and Sal Thomas (nieces): Mr. J. Thomas. Pontyberem (brother); Mr. R. Them" Porityberem M'ss H. Therms. Pontirduliis (sister); Mr. D. James. Gilfach, St. Clears (brother-in-law): Miss S. James (n;ece); Miss M. Jones. Cwm Cottage, Mydrim (niece); Mrs Ed- wards, Caercwm. Llanarthney (niece): Mr. and Mrs. Evans. Cross Hands (ni.p and nephew). At St. David's Church on Sunday evening, the Vicar( the Rev. Griffith Thomas) preached a very effective •sermon for the occasion, basing his remarbi on the words from Revelation vii.. 14. In the course of the Vicar's remarks, he said that Mrs. Daniel was one of the best women in the paricb-alvva -r ready and willing, and she took an active part in every big function connected wth the parih. The Rev. M Gelly. curate of Llanllwch. also took part in the service.—Mr. Daniel and family wish to thank, through the JOTTP-NAL. all the kind friends who sympathised with them in their bereavement. GREAT MASS MEETING. On Tuesday next, at the Rink. Mr. Dudley W Drummond, J.P., will preside over a mass meeting at which Mr. E. C. Pretyman, M.P., Mr. H .C. Bond, Ji P. (prospective candidate for Carmar- then Boroughs), and Mr. Alfred Stephens, J.P. (prospective onndidate for West Carmarthen shirei, will speak. It will be remembered that Mr. Pretyman (perhaps better known as Capt. Pretyman) is an invulnerable attacker of lilr. Llovd George since that gentleman's memorable fantastic Budget; and it is only a few weeks ago that Mr. Lloyd George was actually drawn across the floor by him on the land question. As for the other speakers—Mr. Alfred Stephens and Mr. Bond—their popularity as effective public speakers is too well-known to need comment. Doorswill be open at 7, to commence at 8 p.m.. and in order to secure seats punctual attend- ance will be necessary.

LOCAL ENTERTAINMENTS CHRISTY MINSTREL CONCERT. A revival of Christy Minstrelsy at Carmarthen was seen in the concerts held on Thursday and Fri day of last week at the Assembly Rooms, and it was accompanied by bookings w hich probably serve as a record. An unusually large allotment of re- served seats for Thursday were booked long before the Jay of the concert, and extra seats had to be reserved. On Friday also the house was well filled. It was, we believe, the general opinion that the entertainment itself was of a first-class order, and fully justified itself, apart from the object for which it was given. It will be sufficient, with two excep- tions, to say that all the individual performers did well, and that the choruscs gave great pleasure. The exceptions are Mr. Richard Jones and Miss Dollie Jones, of Llanelly, who kindly gave their services, and who deserve .special mention, the former for his excellent turn of big-boot dancing and for his very acceptable assistance at the drums, etc., in the orchestra. Miss Dollie Jones, a niece of Mr. Richard Jones, is a little girl of eight years, whose charm and modesty off the stage are as pleasing as her astonishing ability as a rag-time dancer on it. Miss Dollie is born to this kind of work, and her future will doubtless be something exceptional. The programme in detail was as fol- lows:—Part I.: Overture, The Band; Opening Chorus, "Hilly Ho." The Troupe; Comic Song, "It's nice to get up in the Morning," Mr. Dan Bartlett; Song and Chorus, "Come where my Love lies Dreaming." Mr. P. L. Roberts: Comic Song, "On the Missisippi," Mr. J. Conwil Evans; Song anct Chorus, "Asleep in the Deep," Mr. Llew. Arthur; Humorous Chorus, "Tom. Tom, the Piper's Son," The Troupe: Whistling Song. "The Whist- ling Coon," Mr. F. W. Wheatley; Song and Chorus, "Mary." Mr. D'Arcy Duckfield; Comic Song, "The way the wind blows," Mr. T. A. Jones; Plantation Song and Chorus, "Good-night." Mr. W. J. Wil- liams. Part II.: Stump Speech. Wats de Matter," Mr. W S. Wilford; Coon Song, "My Gal," Mr. Lewis Giles; Nigger Clog Dance in character. Mr. D. Griffiths; Negro Plantation Scene (introducing reminiscences of the slavery day at Kentucky): Slave-driver. Mr. D. J. Davies: Jake (overseer), Mr. Dan Bartlett: Aunt Dinah (with song "My curly- headed Baby"), Mr. Lewis Giles; Jeff (an old "infirm nigger"), Mr. W. D. Thomas; Little Susie (with song "The old Folks at Home "), Master Bleddyn Waters; Washerwomen, Masters D'Arcy Duckfield and Tommy Davies; Niggers on Planta- tion: Mr. A. L. Crabb (mandoline soloist), Mr. Alfv Duckfield (banjoist). Mr. D. D. Thomas (banjoist), Mr. E. J. Waters. Mr. Harrv Lewis, Mr. W. D. Jones, Mr. J G. Lloyd. Mr. H. J. Griffiths, Mr. J J. Davies and Mr. W. H. Thomas; Big Boot dance. Mr. R. Jones. Llanelly; Eccentric Coon Song. Miss Dollip Jones; Comic Negro Farce, "The Offioe Bov": Old Crabham (lawyer), Mr. W. S. Wilford; Lady Lighthead (a bdy caller). Mr. W. D. Thomas; Mrs. Coball (an old woman). Mr A. L. Crabb; Tommy, her son (the office boy). Mr. H. C. Cooke. The committee are indebted to many kind and ready helpers, among whom are Mr. T. S. Puddioombe. who gave his professional assistance at the piano with readiness and at much sacrifice to himself; the Carmarthen Electric Light Co.. who did the excel- lent stage lighting free of cost: Messrs. Jonts's String Band, who gave fber invaluable zervices free. and to Mr. E. V. Collier, who arranged thp scenery and staging. The stage-manager was Mr. W. S. Wilford: conductor. Mr. G. B. haac; and both of these gentlemen were warmly complimented on the result of their labours. On the second evening Mr. Watts, organist of St. John's Church, very kindly took the place of Mr. Puddicombe, who was called elsewhere by a professional engagement. So far, the net receipts of the two concerts look like totalling about 935. DRAMATIC PERFORMANCE. The Dramatic Society of the Carmarthen Training College gave a performance of the farcic-il corned; "Ann." at the Assembly Rooms oil Tuesday nigh 24th iru;t., before u w<41 filled house. The wor1; is by Lechmcre Worrall and has plenty of fun in but in order to show its real value, like any other far e, needs to be rendered with plenty of gusto ard brightness, treatment which, on this occasion, wis not always evident. There was at tim•> amourt of slowness and hesitation which took the edge of the fun, and looked very much like neglect of ade- quate preparation. There was however, compen- sation in the general all-round cxe<»!lorc« of rctir. Miss M. H. Francis must always be welcome, fer she never fails to be natural and charming. Ih" part of Mrs. Hargreaves suited her admirably. M: ■ Brunei White took "V"TV advantage of < rare oppor- tunity of shining in the part of Ann. an America: newpaoT reporter, and kept up the fun of the pier" with skill. In this she was assisted by the good acting of Mr. W. L. Dudley, who represented th-* trv-ng part 0; the diffidert and ir(i lover w:-t I credit. Miss M. de Rees looked exceedingly w 1' Evangeline," and gave a very convincing render- in of t'p part. Nlr. II. M. Green as t. nI: very well in a smaller pirt. Mr. Jack Lewis, as tr. Verv Rev. Samuel the D"n of ,,1, chostcr. 1-vs r-¡:1 or t ('11'VT1'n'" T"»rir" !>rd WI." ,.1;01 :T'r.h. cleve-. Altogether the entertainment was thoroughly ^njor-- able. Tb-re a c-ipibl« orc.hostoa. under th- baton of Mr. W. G. Brunker snd the scenery and staging lv- Mr. E. V. C.l'ier WI1" rr -"IR' N1: th-it cotild I-,e desired. Th" o'f^etri" light'rv-r heating of the ctarrp was doro l-y the Carmartb t,,l Electric Light Co. The profits of the evening rr » towards the cost of urgently needed repairs at th" Model School.

AB-ERGWILI JOTTINGS (By "Merlin On Thursday, the 19th inst., that delightful Welsh "(1" pv SMn i-T White Mill Schoolroom by a party from Ebenezer, Abergwili. A most enjoyable evening was spent in the pleasant company of Mr. Richard Jones .4W 1 1 _g. Davies and his humorous friends from Lanvinidog. The whole caste was as follows":—Richard Jones Davies—J. Frank Evan. Bwlch; Mr. Jenkin, Schoolmaster—Johnnie Evans Wil y Crydd-Man- sel Thomas; Beto, Wil y Crydd—Martha J. Enoch; .1. Dafydd—.Johnnie b.-vies Shon Huw—Edd" Henton; Sion Dafydd—Dl. Jam, Jones; Sioned Dafydd—Margaret Anne Jones; Angharad Lloyr- -gel Ge?trucle Evans; Let—Miriam Harris; Heddgeid- wad—Benjamin Jones: Dan Sol-iirvii-Arthiir Lewis and Willie Jones: Clercod—Dl. Evans and T. J. Enccn. Of all these the most difficult character to impersonate was that of Dic Shon Dafydd. and great credit i,, diie to Frank Evans for giving a trulv realistic performance. Whether as a typical country bumpkin or as a. fullnfledged Londoner, his acting was magnficient. and throughout he was true to nature. Mansel Thomas as vv u y Crydd was a huge success. The part suited him well, and he frequently evoked roars of laughter by his quaint manserisims. Johnnie Davies and Gertrude Evans deserve to be mentioned for they did their parts well All the minor characters also performed creditaWy. as was evinced by the heartv laughter and the cheering that greeted their efforts. The gathering was brought to a close by the singing of the Welsh National Anthem. Tue performance itself reflects great credit upon the Rev. and Mrs. Williams, who had laboured with the children for many months, for it was evident the young actors had been well trained. May this be but a stepping stone to other successes. On Tuesday, the 24th inst., a Social and Enter- tainment, under the auspices of the lO81 branch of the a;rl'ó' Friendly Society was held at the Aber- gwili National School. The Rev. T. Thomas (vicar), acted as chairman. The programme was as fol- lows: -Pi anofortp solo, Mrs Maddox; song.. Miss Irene Williams; pianoforte solo. Miss Evelyn Arthur; pianoforte duett. The Misses Lloyd, Penybank; song. Miss S. A. Daniels-. song. Miss Irene WTilliams; humorous sketch. entitled. Readv for all emergencies." by members of G.F.S. Tea was then partaken of the large number present, and was greasy enjoyed by all. The second part of the programme was then con- tinued :—Pianoforte duett, Mrs. Maddox and Miss M. Thomas, Vicarage; song, Miss Irene Williams; song. Miss S. A. Daniels; recitation. Miss Maggie Davies; hunmorous sketch, entitled, "What little workers are we." performed by candidates of the G.F.S. At the close the Chairman referred in eulogistic terms to all the artistes who had taken part, and he also thanked Mrs Owen, Palace, for being present, and for interesting herself in G.F.S. work. He also expressed a hope that this social was but a precursor of many to follow in the near future. By special request Miss S. A. Daniels, and Miss Irene Williams sang "Hen Wiad fy Nhadau." This terminated a most enjoyable evening, and it is hoped that this social served to knit more closely the sympathies and aspirations of the various de- nominations in the district. Abergwilians are eagerly looking forward to the ■great event of the season.—the Annual Chair Eis- teddfod, which is to come off on Thursday next (March. 5th). There are excellent entries in the various items, and the competitions promise to be most keen. Don't forget-Thnr,day next

HOME AND FOREIGN In the Upper House of Canterbury Convocation lol on Friday, the Bishop of Lincoln withdrew his amendment, to omit the word "obey" in the mar- riage service, after a discussion in which several prelates took part. Eight lives were lost on Friday owing to an ex- plosion at Nobel's explosives factory at Ardeer, seven men being killed outright. The Waterloo Cup Meeting was brought to a close on Friday. In the deciding course for the Waterloo Cup. Messrs. Dennis's Dilwyn. which was running on the nomination of Mr. A. F. Pope, beat the Duke of Leeds's Leucoryx. running in the nomination of Major R. McCalmont. In the Water- loo Purse the stakes were divided between Mr. H. Brocklebank's Brummagem and the Duke of Leeds's Legal Letter. The Waterloo Plate was won by Mr. Oscar Ashche's Once Australia, which was running in the nomination of Mr. J. Brann The House of Lords on Friday accepted Lord Lansdowne's mot:on for a Select Committee on the allt-gations against Lord Murray of Elibank with regard to his share dealings. The Commons con- siderc-d an amendment to the Address on the subject of local taxation, and the Chancellor of the Exchequer stated the intentions of tke Government. The Address was agreed to. The Upper House of Canterbury Convocation on Friday adopted a rubric providing that the Athan- asian Creed shall be publicly sung or said on Trinitv Sunday. The Lower House accepted some important changes in the Communion office. In York Con- vocation, the Upper House adopted a modification of the rubric which forbids the consecrated elements to be carried out of church. The Umgeni dropped Anchor in the Thames on Tuesday morning, and the deported South African Labour men. after at first refusing to leave the ship. came tip to London in the course of the day.

HUNTING APPOINTMENTS. The Carmarthenshire Foxhounds will meet on Tuesday. March 3rd. at Blaenwaun. and on Fri- day, March 6th, at Bronwydd Arms Station; each day at 11 a.m. The Neuaddfawr Foxhounds win meet on Mon- day, March 2nd, at Llwyndafydd, and on Thursday, March 5th, at Alltwalis; eaen day at II a.m. The Tivyside Foxhounds will meet on Monday, March 2nd, at, Benlah, and on Thursday, March 5th, at Rhydowen; each day at 11 a m. Mr. Lewes' Harriers will meet on Tuesday, March 3rd, Blaenpant, at 11 a.m.

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KIDWELLY NOTES There was an unusually large number—close on 200-present at the conversazione and dance held 2 00 1 under the auspices of St. Mary's English Sunday School at the Town Hall on Wednesday in last week, the attendance constituting a record. Thanks to the artistic skill of the Sunday school teachers, under the supervision of Mr. W. Jones, Hcolfawr, churchwarden, the able superintendent of the school. the hall had been charmingly decorated. The first part of the evening was devoted to music, Mr. n. O. Jones. Castle School, being in the chair. The Blue Belles, an accomplished troupe of ladies organi-ed by Miss Jennie Wild, Angel House, who presided at the piano, gave the lollowiug programme: — Chorus, the Troupe; song, Miss lvate V\ iid; bong, Miss Meta Davies; song. Miss L. A. Lewi. ;.oii^, Miss Evelyn Anthony: song, Miss Kate Wild; song. Miss L. A. Lewis; duett. Misses Lewis and Davies: song and chorus (by special request), Miss Kat Wild. Mr- T. Jenkins gave a good rendering of "The song that reached my heart," and Mr. Bevan (Llanellyi gave "Three for Jack." The last two items were accompanied by Mr. Clarence Williams. The chairman comjjliinented the artistes on the enjoyable entertainment they had provided, and OIl ix'hali of the audience and himseli conveyed to them the best thanks of all. A whist drive fol- lowed, fifteen tables being engaged. The scorer were Mr. H. E. Smart, churchwarden; Rev. D. E. Thomas; Mr. Harry Gravelle; Mr. Gwilym Jones and Mr. D. 0. Jones. The gentlemen's prize was won by Mr. D. R. Wild, and the first and se ond ladios' prizes respectively by Mrs. de Mereditn, Brynhyfryd, and Miss Gwennie Davies, The Abbey. I Mr. Grisdcll Davies had the iineiiviab.e distinction of capturing the booby trophy. The prizes wt-re distributed by Mrs. H. E. Smart, Mountain View, and Mrs. Ambrose Jones, The Vicarage. Refresh- ments were next served by the lady teachers of the school, including Mias Liritilths. Henblas; Mi s Phillips, The Cottage: Miss Katie Davids, Gordon- terrace; Miss Muriel Meredith, Brynhyfryd; Miss ,Sheppard, The Bakery Miss Blanche Harries, Ely- place; Misses M. and B. Hugh, Bay a w-tei rai-e: and Miss Dunn, Paris House; while effi iCllt as"ist- ance was rendered by Mrs. R: John and Mrs. Lloyd. Prominent among the gentlemen who did all pos- sible to make the guests comfortable were the ofli cera of the Sunday school, viz., Mr. W. Jones, Mr. F. Sheppard, Mr. John Davies, Mr. Oldham Hughes, and Mr. Clarence Williams. The remainder oi the evening was devoted to dancing, the music being supplied by Miss Edna Thomas and Mr. Oliver T. Stephens acting as M.C. The company dispersed at 1 a.m. highly delighted with the latest "social" From the excellent report in last week's JOIURNAI, of the annual dinner of the Carmarthenshire Soci'-tv in London on Thursday, the 12th inst., we find that Kidwelly was well represented by quite a number of old girls" and boys." including Dr. and Mrs. J. H. K. Griffiths. Dr. and Mrs. Ap Simon, Mist K. Anthony, Mus E. Anthony, Mr. Brvnnioi Anthony and Mr. Douglas Anthony. We notice also the names of Nurse Anthony and Miss Msra. Anthony, Cilveithy, and Mr. Gwynne Davies, Ferry- side. The following nominations for the post of elective auditors were handed in:—Mr. W. J. Francis, Mr. Geo. Jones. Mr. D. 0. Jones and Mr. D. Thomas. Messrs. Francis and Geo. Jones having withdrawn Messrs. D. O. Jones and D. Thomas will be declared elected on the 2nd prox. A councillor complained at the last meeting of the Town Council that there were too many jockeys on that body. They seemed to derive pleasure 1I1 jockeying their officials, who should not be inter fered with by individual members. The majority of the ratepayers will be in complete accord with the complaining councilor in his endeavours to put a -top to a practice which must not only be a source of worry to the officials, but is -bound to militate against efficiency. The funeral took place at Capel Sul on Tuesday in this week of Mrs. Jane Evans. aged 50 years, widow of the late Mr. John Evans, butcher, Gwen- araeth Houses. The Rev. W. C. Jenkins. pastor. and the Rev. H. R. Jones, Siloam. officiated. The meeting held in Gwendraeth (Ind.) Chapel on Tuesday evening, the 17th inst.. when the Sun- day scholars rendered a lengthy literary and musi- oal programme, proved very successful. The chil- dren did their parts well, and they, as well as their teachers, are deserving of praise. The veteran and respected pastor, the Rev. W. C. Jen.kins. Capel Sul, presided, and he was supported by Ald. W. Wilkins, who is superintendent of the Sunday school and choir conductor. The ubiquitous Twm 'Barels has. it is observed, put in an appearance as far east as Ferryside. An- other four miles' tramp and be will be in the ancient borough, where he will find plenty of work to do. especially during the present spell of wet weather. -On Monday last. at his home near Four Roads. Mynyddygarreg. there passed away at the advanced age of 87 years, a most estimable old character in the nerson of Mr. John Davies (John Dafydd). who had for many years been employed in the silica quarries. He was a faithful member at Capel Sul. of which church he was the senior deacon, but owing to failing eyesight and increasing infirmity, he had been unable to attend his beloved sanctuary for the last five years. The deceased was well versed in local matters, on which he was considered an auth- ority, and he had been of service to the Town Council, who invariably consulted him when in- formation respecting the position and history of wells in the neighbourhood was required in the pro- motion of water schemes for the borough. Meetings, having for their object the deepening of the spiritual life of the community, were held nightly from Monday to Thursday in this week under the auspices of the IFfl'f' Church Council. They were addressed by Mr. Gruffydd Hughes, an evan- gelist from Ammanford, who received the assist- ance of the Rev. Keri Evans, M.A.. Carmarthen. the Rev. Trevor Jones. Llanelly. and the local minis- ters. A special feature of the mission was the attention devoted to the children, who turned up in large numbers. The meetings were held altern- ately at Siloam (B.) and Morfa (C.M.). A full report of the Kidwelly Town Council will appear next week.—EDITOR.

DEATH OF MR. LEWIS. CILLEFWR We much regret to learn of the death of Mr. E. Lewis. Cdlefwr, Carmarthen, one of the best- known and most respected farmers in the county. Mr. Lewis had been attended for some time past by Dr. Parry and was found dead in bed early on Thursday morning, the 26th inst. Mr. Lewis was a bachelor, a Churchman and Conservative, and if survived by a number of relatives. one of whom is vicar of Lampeter Velfrey. The deceased was over 70 years of aga 400

NEW QUAY NOTES (By "Will o' the Wisp ") One of the students is evidently more acquainted. with tree climbing than in the use of tho "pick." but even the tree did not prove a safe refuge when chased by one of his "worthy" friends. Moral: Ha ve the courage of your convictions and do not run away when caught love-making. A smart young man was seen masquerading along the new road one night last week in the guise of a woman. His skirt was rather short and the voice too gruff, otherwise the disguise was complete. The horse-drawn mail is now a thing of the past. it having finished its course en Saturday last, after very many years of faithful service to the pubhc. It never failed to bring its burden to its destina- tion W h^n the vehicle broke down, or g-ot snow- bound, the driver brought the mails on horesback. the new motor ve]i:ole perform such an un- broken service? Time shaM disclose. We notice the name of Mr. A. T. James. Omia Villa, as one of the principal speakers at the Cardi- ganshire dinner held at Cardiff last week. May wo ask the harbour master how long is that crane going to be on the pier again? The work was completed over a year ago, yet the crane is there—an eyesore and a danger. Will it be there again for another season? The St. David's Day celebration promises to be a record success. The guest of the evening is Sir Edward Anwyl. M.A.. Aberystwyth. A report will appear in our next issue. No

LLANNON NOTES On Thursday and Friday evenings, the Chur 'n Choir of St. Sulien's. Tumble, gave renderings of Esther, the Beautiful Queen." at the Tivoli, Timible. The performance was a success from all points of view. The leading characters were taken by Mrs. T. J. Morgan, Miss Franks. Mr. E. R. R Lewis. Mr. Tom Peregrine, and Mr. Rees. Mr. John Rees. Cwmmawr. conducted, Miss Treharne accompanied. A meeting of the Tumble Hall and Institute was held '-n Tue-dav H-pnme. The tenders for the Institute were opened. The lowest tender, that of Mr. Tom Morgan, builder. Tumble, was £ 2.881. and that was Hccepted. It is expected that the Institute will be ready at the beginning of next year. A spacjous hall is provided. and there are also a billiard room, committee rooms, reading rooms, together with bath rooms, and cloak rooms. On Wednesday afternoon. Messrs. Lloyd and Thomas, auctioneers. Carmarthen, offered for sale the free and fully-licensed miblic-house known as the Farmers' Arms, Cross Hands, situated in the parish- of Llannon and Llanarthnev. Included in the sale were the outbuildings, yard. together with the adjoining ruined building, formerly part of the Farmers' Arms. The purchasers were Messrs. the iFelinfoel Brewer- Commny. for £ 4.100. Messrs. Walters and Wi 11 lams, Quay-street, were the solici- tors for the vendors. The Rntata. Gwaredwr y Plant." was given at Gibea. Cwmgwili. on Saturday evening, by the Sunday School choir. The Rev. T. Francis. Hendre. presided. Mr. Thomas Jenkins conducted, while Mr. R. W. Jones. L.T.S.C.. Hendre. accompanied. The eisteddfod at Hebron. Dro/ach. was a great success. In the children's choir test the Drefach Choir was successful. Mr. D. H. Lewis. LUanelly. was the musical adjudicator.

Major The I-loti.ilalpti Campbell and his wife have taKen up their residence at Golden Grove This we lire dl glad to hear. A large dinner was held in London at the Hotel Cecil last week by the directors, leading officials, and managers of Llovda Bank. Several interesting speeches were made, the most interesting, perhaps, by the chairman, Mr. Vassar-Smith, who traced the history of the bank during the last 100 years. Amongst others present were Mr. Delme Davies- Evans; Mr. Brown, of Cardiff Docks; Mr. Lewis, of Haverfordwest, and Mr. Watkins, of Swansea. This was the first annual dinner ever given by the directors, but we are told that in future it is to be an annual gathering.