The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

Merthyr exremleci a hearty wi-!c< >ne on Saturdav ]:'ght to Mr. rVrald Francis, the author" of "Change" who is a native d, the town. After i lie performance of the at the Theatre "Francis was made < he recipient ;L ro-e-bowl. an inkstand, and a cigarette-case. a« a. token of apprecia- tion. the in.-cription 'heing as toll' w<:—Presented to Mr. J. Oswald Franci- by a number of his fellow- tow nsmen on the occasion of the fi..t performance in Merthyr Tydfil of his drama Change." as a token of their appreciation of his dramatic :k. with coed wi-hes for his future si; cc?=. V<-K- 23.

J ABERGWILI JOTTINGS ] '.By "Merlin.") The dath occurred at Old Swan Gardens, Ystalyfera, of Mrs. Sarah Evans (83), for many years tenant of Budd's Farm. She had been a widow for 39 years, and was totally blind for the last ten years of her life. She was a native of Abergwili, Carmarthenshire. Here is given a photograph of the Roy, D. J. Evans, B.A., curate of Abergwili, who has recently keen appointed to the living of Myddfai by the Lord Bishop of St. David's, who is the pat- ron. Mr. Evans, who hails from North Cardi- ganshire, has been with us for over six years, and so his parishioners are in a position to understand and appreci- ate the sterling services lie has rendered to the Church in the district. He is an untiring parochial worker, and his fame as an eloquent nnd powerful preacher has already extended throughout West Wales. During his stay at Abergwili he nas gained the goodwill and esteem of ail those with whom he came in contact, and he has cemented lasting friendships, not only with Churchpeople, but with Nonconformists as well. He will be greatly missed, and his departure will be greatly regretted by all classes alike. How- ever, what will be Abergwili's loss will be Mydd- fai's gain. and the writer feels confident that every- one will join with him in wishing Mr. Evans every success in his new sphere of activity. Last week ""Llith Twna 'Barels" wa* of cspecial interest to Abergwilians, and the brilliant "hits" therein have been t fertile theme for dis- cussion ever since the appearance of last week's JontNAL. Readers know by this time that "Twm," in spite of his well-known powers in the. brewery line, is always actuated by a. desire to uplift his fellow workmen from the mire into which they have unwittingly fallen. With this laudable end in view lie has responded to "Merlin's" call and has come to the front to help Abergwili to obtain better sanitary conditions. Speculation is' rife as ro the source of "TwmV knowledge, as it is generally admitted that his referencs to tho noctur- nal adventures of some are correct in every detail. Keep at it, Tmw," and something tangible will result from your opportune interventions. In my report of a clay pigeon shooting competi- tion held at Tavcrnspite. the winner of the medal should have been put as Mr. 0. Edmunds. Bwlch- gv.ynt. Whitland. Mr. Evans, unfortunately, had to leave by an early train, and eon.-equently was pre- vented from competing for the medal. —. —

j NEWCASTLE-EMLYN URBAN COUNCIL j INSANITARY PREMISES. The above was held on Tuesday evening, when the following were present: Messrs. S. C;, Elias (chair- man), Hy. Evans, D. E. Davies, W. H. Davies, J. Phillips, and the officials. The Great Western Railway Company aoknow- ledged the receipt of a letter from the Council re- ■ (nesting an improvement- in the tram service. The Electri-c Supply Company wrote withdrawing a | recent notice to givo up possession of tile Reading Room. Mr. E. Lewes Bowen. Adpar, wrote with reference ro the provision of a water supply to a house which he intended building. Mr. Lewes Bowen thought that the aim of the Council should be to meet the fi'ture ratepayers as reasonable as possible. ll,, a-ked whether the Council would consent to his connecting the main with his house and claimed that iv could demand a water supply. Mr. John Phillips referring to the recent interview with Mr. Lewes Bowen, said that the latter made no offer to meet the Council. After further discussion Mr. Jonm Phillips said he would be sorry to do anything which discouraged the building of houses in the locality, but they must consider that the district was a small one. The out- lav would be from £ 20 to £ 25 and the return would not be much. The assessment would be from £ 12 t JS15 a year and therefore the rates would be very 11, and it would take a long time before the interest "ii the money would be paid. It was a question of whether it would be worth their while to incur the « spouse. Ir was ultimately agreed on the proposal of Mr. John Phillips, that the Clerk be directed to reply to Mr. Lewes Bowen to the effect that the Council wi re ej' the opinion that he could not demand a water- supply and regretted that Mr. Bowen had not made them any offer. THE ROUNDABOUTS. A letter from Mr. J. T. Danter asking for a J"" newnl of his lease on the fair ground for three or five years was deferred until the next meeting. NUISANCES. The Sanitary Inspector (Mr. J. -Jones) reported that certain premises were in an unsanitary state. Mr. John Phillips said that some of these plates had been before the Council again and again. and nothing had been done. It was really too bad. He proposed that tho Inspector be authorised to serve notices on the owners requesting a removal of the nuisances; failing this the Council to proceed with the work and charge the expense to the owners. Mr. D. E. Davies seconded the motion, which w:i.- oarried.

YEOMAKRY AT TENBY Apart from the excellent training afforded to young men in the Yeomanry, the nation owes our gallant youths a deep debt of gratitude for their worthy deed training for the defence of our country. Unfor- tunately a foolish idea prevails, and wor.ie still, fos- tered by traitors to the nation, that it is infra dig I" wear the King's uniform. People who uphold Mich idea* are unworthy of the protection afforded by our loyal Tommies and Jacks." It would do a world of good to thousands of our young men were rhcy to undergo a training. It would cure them of their narrow-mindedness, and teach them th,I1 a graceful bearing goes hand in hand with good health. Approximately there are in camp this year 440 officers. N.C.O.'s and men undei- the command of Lieut.-Col. O. H. S. Williams, of Narberth. The complete list of officers is as follows:- Headquarters Staff.—Colonel <). 11. S. William- Commanding). Major Spenc-e .Jor.es (-eeond ill com- mand), Adjutant Captain Watkin William-. 10th Hussars, Surgeon Lieutenant Mathias. Vet. Lieutenant Anthony. Lieutenant and Quartermaster Willmott, Regimental Sergeant-Major Rumball. A Squadron.—Major R, H. Collis. D.S.O. (commanding), Captain Gabbett, Lieutenant Barclay. n" Squadron.—Captain Higgon (commanding). Lieutenant Wool-cock. ] ■' C Squadron.—Major Delnie Davi"E\IIJ" (com- manding), Lieutenant Bishop. Lieutenant Barnes. Lieutenant Campbell-Davys. "D" Squadron.—Major Stewart. D.S.O. (com- manding), Captain Partridge, Captain Jones (machine gun officer), Lieutenant T. C. Lieutenant Morgan. Second Lieutenant J. B, Bowen (commanding Brigade Signal Troop). Permanent Staff.—S.S.M. Diment ("A"' Squadron), S.S.M. Covington ("B" -qtia(lr(,ii,. Byfield ARMY SERVICE CORPS. With the Yeomanry, in an adjoining field, are fu.iped the South Wales Mounted Brigade Transport Supply Column (Army Service Corps). The officers are C*aptain Isaac, Lieutenant Randall. find Lieutenant Harries. The total strength of the I •"ompnnv is about a 100. There are four squadrons of the Yeomanry—two from Pembrokeshire and one each from Carmarthen- shire and Cardiganshire. The A (Tenby) Squadron marched into camp. while the others came in by rail. a- did the Army Service Corps from their Swansea headquarters. 1 TI troops all remaiu in camp until June 9th.

LLANFI HANG E L-AR-ART H PETTY SESSIONS The monthly Petty Sessions for the parish of Llanlrhangel-ar-Arth were held at the Llanfihangel- ar-arth School on Wednesday. 27tli inst., before the following magistrates :—Mr. Charles Lloyd (chairman), Messrs. Ben. Evans, C.C., Gwastod Abbot, and T. R. Jones, C.C., Pantglaa. David Evans, Gwargraig, Pencader, was sum- moned for being drunk and disorderly at "The Blossom Lodge" on the 1st inst. Defendant pleaded guilty. P.C. Morgan, Penoader, proved the cate, and a fine of 10s. and costs was imposed. Thomas Evims, Cwmhwphn, Pencader, was summoned for being drunk on the 1st inst. on the road near "The Blossom Lodge," New Inn, and also with being disorderly Defendant was also summoned for a similar offence at a sale at Wiun- lwyd Farm, Pencader. on the 2nd inst. P.C. Morgan, Pencader, proved both cases, and defendant, who did not appear, was fined 10s. and costs (5s. 6d.) for each offence. John Lewis Powdl. Lianfihangel-ar-arch, for being drunk at a sale at Waunlwyd Farm, Pen- I cader, on the 2nd insr., was fined 2s. 6d. and costs. P.C. Morgan, Pencader, proved the case. Thomas Jones, Blaenshedifawr, Llangeler, was summoned by P.C. Morgan for being drunk whilst in charge of a horse and cart at Pencader on the 5th inst. Mr. Wallis-Jones, solicitor, appeared for dofen- dant, who said that he had gone to Pencader with sheep, and eventually stayed for tho show, Defendant admitted having four or five bottler of stout, but denied being drunk, although he was "in the as a result of his taking the above, A fine of 10s. and costs (5s. 6d.) was imposed. Thomas Rees, Ninant, Llanllwni, was fined 2s. 6d. and costs for being drunk at Pencader on the 5th inst. P.C. Morgan. Pencader, proved the case. Objections to exemptions from dog licenses were sustained in the following oasesThomas Jones, Ninant Farm, Llanllwni; Elizabeth Evans, Felin- fach, Llanllwni; E. Davies, Gwyddgrug Vale; M. Davies, Llaingan; S. Jenkins, Glandwellyfach; G. and E. Jones, Bank. Llanybyther. In some of the above oases more than one application had been sent in respect of the same dog, hence the objec- tion on technical grounds. The rating case. Sir Courtenay Mansel v. Over- seers of the Parish of Llanfihangel-ar-arth, has, by agreement, been held over until the next Rating Sessions in August, and a number of cases were adjourned owing to absence of Cardiganshire magistrates.

LLANGRANOG NOTES The little parish is much astir these days by the closing of a bye-road adjoining two main roads. It was much inhabired by our open-air friends, who were in great numbers at times at certain periods of the year. They were on the whole a peaceful lot of people, possessed of a keen way to do busi- ness in their line, but their animals causal much trouble to the neighbouring farmers by trespassing at dead of night to their fields, thereby causing much annoyance and loss. It has often been re- ported to the District Council for their ruling in the matter, and whether they would take in as a main road, but to no purpose. However, certain people took the law in their own hands one day, and deliberately and wantonly closed the bye-road by hedging one end and placing a gate at the other. W e cannot refrain from censuring those people for depriving the public of a bye-road which was much used by them. Surely the public will not tolerate such a. mean act on their part. We demand the old rights to the road, and sooner the better for peace will not reign until the barricades arc de- molished to the ground. We will have more to say in the matter again. Congratulations to our friend, Mr. James Jones, Trecregin. who disposed of a draught, gelding to the Cardiff Corporation for the munificent sum of E90. -——.

11 WILD LIFE" FOR MAY A ihuri but very interesting article iri the May number of "Wild Life by Mans. Burdett- explains how rhe "booming" of the bittern is done. The writer had the good fortune u> be or. rhe Rotter- dam Zoological; Gardien. one morning at 6.0 o'clock, before the public arrived, and when the bird was unaware of his presence. He saw the male booming repeatedly after bristling up his feathers, taking deep breaths with head bent low and the beak pointing downwards. All this was enacted in front of the male as part of the court- ing process. Accompanying this article are some superb photographs of parent bitterns with young, taken in their wild state in Holland. The Pygmy Shrew forms the subject of an exhaustive article beautifully illustrated with photographs. It is the smallest British mammal, and no doubt it is on account of his smallness that comparatively few people have ever seen him. Although it would take 17,000 pygmies to make the length of a man, he is constructed very much like a man, organ for organ, with collar-bone, thigh, heart, lungs, ribs, but his jaws and teeth are, considering their size, the most formidable of any animal. In the opinion of the writer (Mr. Douglas English) this charming little fellow is the most useful to mankind of all the insectivora, for year long they wage unceasing war on insects (litrvw, pupa, and imago), worms, snails and slugs. Some novel applications of X Rays in natural ni.story are shown in an article by Mons. Pierre Goby, who gives microdiographs of (and describes how he has succeeded in obtaining them) the internal structure of the tinest insects. That amazing bird. the Ruff, now unfortunately ex- tinct as a breeder in Great Britain comes in for interesting treatment by Mr. Goo. A. Booth, who gives a fascinating description of their fighting and other eccentric habits.

CILRHEDYH MAIWOI.AETH.— Nos Lun, y lofed cyfisol, bu farw yn dra sydyn Mrs. Elizabeth Evans. Penffynon, wedi eyrhaedd yr oerlran teg o 79 mlwvdd oed. Treuliodd ei hoes vn yr ardal. Yr oedd iddi barch mawr gan bawb o'i chyrhaedd, ac, yn barod iawn i roi elusen i'r tlawd. Y dydd Sadwrn canlvnol cludwyd ei gweddillion i orwedd yn nghladdfa E- Iwvs y plwyf. Gwasanaerhwvd yn y tv gan y Parch. Wm. Davie." Rohoboth, ac yn yr Eglwvs gan y Parchn. J. IT. Jenkins a Dan Davies. Abor- dyfi (nai yr ymadawedig). Gadawodd i alaru ddau frawd. naw, 0 Want, ac amryw o wyrion a gorwvr- ion. Boc-d iddynt ymnerthu, a diolch am ei nodded ar hyd y blynyddau.

LAMPETER PRETTY WEDJJLM;.—On We<liK-.>day morning, the village of Dcrry Ormond was early ast,ir, as a wed- ding was to take place at Bettws Church, the happy pair being Mr. David Thomas Williams, Dolau- gwyrddion, Llanwnen, and Miss Sa-rah Ann Davies, third daughter of Mr. Samuel Davit's, Coedparc. The Rev. D. A. Thomas, B.A.. vicar of Bettws and Llangvbi, officiated, and tho beautiful church was filled on the occasion. Mr. Davies gave his daughter away, and the following acted as bridesmaids:—Miss Williams, Glynhir (sister of bridegroom); Misses Rachel, Mima, Bertha &nd Mary Davies (sisters of bride), and Mis^ Sally Jones, Park House, Lam- peter (niece) Mr. David Jenes, Goednior Fa/ch, being best man. The following were also in the wed- ding party:—Mrs. Williams, Glynhir; Rev. D. Jones and Mrs. D. Jones, Park House, Lampottr; Mr. and lrs. Jones, Moelfre; Mr. and ,1r, Davies, Dyffryn Miss Davies. Rhiwonen, Felinfach, and Mr. Watkin Davies, -Coedparc. After the nuptial knot had been tied, the party wendod their way to Coedparc, whore a splendid repast had bc,(Lil prepared. During the morning Mr. and Mrs. Williams loft for Llandudno, where the honeymoon is being spent. A profusion of flags and bunting were displayed throughout the neighbourhood, and the happy pair were loudly cheered on their way to the station, while the engine sounded its whistle as the train started. May their life be as cloudless as their wedding day i, the wish of their many friends. TPAXIS MATCH.—On Wednesday, a very exciting game was witnessed between Mr. F. C. Black's team and the College six oil the iatter's court. Mr. Black, s team consisted of the following pairs :— Mews. :F. C. Black (captain) and Lloyd Williams; Dr. Evans and Mr. Jenkins; Messrs. l. Thomas and Jenkins. I ho College was represented by Messrs. J. C. Davies and B. Perry Jones, W. J. Philpin (captain) and F. 1.1. Green; J. (?. Stephens and Charlie Morris. The match started well for the College, winning two events out of three in the first round. In the soeond round however Mr. Black's men gained tncir lo~>t ground, winning two events ro the College's one. Both sides were now three up. The third and final round J.V only two courts occu- pied, as one of the pairs had to postpone their event for about half an hour owing to College regulations. Out of the two events which were contested honours were divided, the College and Mr. Black's team winning one event each. Being now four all, it became rather exciting; the result of the last event- would decide what team would win, the play in the last event was very even. Bad light, however, was against good play. After a very long contest. Mr- Black's team won the event. Final result:—Mr. F. C. Black's team, 5 events; College, 4 events. HlLOH CHAPEL.—On Sunday, May 24th. special services were hold at 10 a.m., 2.30 and o p.m. at the above chapel, when sermons were delivered bv the Revs. D. Williams, Aberystwyth, and W. D. Row- lands. Carmarthen. Collections wero made towards liquidating the debt on the new schoolroom. CRICKET.—On Wednesday Cardiff University Col- lege visited Lampeter and played the St. David's College eleven. Glorious weather prevailed. Good cricket was seen, and the game resulted in a win for Lampeter -by 53 runs on the fir"t inning. Both teams decided to have a second knock in order ro give a sporting chance to tho losers. Cardiff made 83 run,. to winch A. Roa. contributed SO and Emrys Rees 25. Lampeter made 17 runs with the fall of three wickets, when the stumps were draws. Scores: —Lampeter College-1st, innings: A. Bodycombe b Ii. Cook. 1; R. Fletcher c H. Hook. 3; Francis. 0; T. T. Davies. c N. Lewis, b Francis, c L. G. Lewis-, b Yonlton, 15: W. Towyn Jones, e T. C. Edwards, h Phillios. 3b: L. G. Reo*. b Phillips. 12; R. A. Gallon, h Bryant. 1; 0. F. Thomas, c Thomas, b Ernrv- Rees. 8: E. n, G. Picton. b Phillips. 1; Jeffreys, not- our. C; !Xtr;:s. 4: total. 82. Cardiff College—1st- mmugs: D. F. Thomas, b W. Townl Jones. 0: J. Phillips, o T. C. Edwards, b Porrott. 0; H. Cook, c L. C;, Lewi-, h W. Towyn Jones. 5; H. L. Youlton icantain). run out, 13; Emrys Rees. c Towvn ,Ton0s 1) Pen-otr. C: A. Rea, run out, 0; W. I-T. Bryant, b W. Towvr Jones. 4: K. Overstono, not out. 2: N. Cew LS. b W. Towyn Jones. 0; S. Dog-well, c Perrott. b W. Towvn Jones. 0; extras, 4; total. 29. PROPERTY SALK-At Lampeter on May 22nd. Mr. D. 1. Rees offered the freehold dwell: vg. 13, Tn • herbert-street, situate.d one mile from Lampeter, also a large garden, stone built and slate-roofed shed, jngstye, etc. The lot was withdrawn at THE RECENT MOTOR ACCIDENT.—We are glad to hear that the little boy, Caron George, who sus- tained serious injuries by the upsetting of a motor car near Springfield, is progressing favourably. The driver of the motor has been most kind to tho poor sufferer, and evinced the deepest regret. that the accident should have happened, and in this respect he is different to many motorists. BAKBETI WIRE.—IIow long are the public to tolerate the barbed mre which has been put up on the side of the path leading from Bryn-road to the church? It ought to he realized by now that it is illegal to place barbed wire on a public path, and anyone suffering damage from such obstacles ought to bring a ca-e before the magistrates. A lady's dress was torn on Sunday last through such a wire, and it is about time that the Town Council should give orders for its removal. SUNDAY SCHOOL FESTIVAL.—In our last issue wo referred TO a meeting of the Sunday School associ- ation which was held at Derry Ormond in connec- tion with the deanery of Lampeter. In the un- avoidable absence of the Rev. Canon Camber-Wil- liams, rural dean, the chair was taken by the Rev. W J. E. Jones. Siliau. and delegates were present from the following parishes:—Lampeter. Silian. Bettws Bledrws, Llangvbi .Llantair. and Pencarrog. In connection with the festival to bo held at St. Peter's Church, it was decided to have a rehearsal in tho morning, and a service at 11; children's service and catechising a. 2; performance of the cantata at 3. and an evening service and catechising at 5,115 p.m. It was also decided that vhc annual deanery eisteddfod be held on the first Wednesday in December, and a committee was appointed to draw up a programme, viz.Mr. D. J. Thomas, Llangybi: Mr. Dan Jones, Bettws Mr. Tom Davies, Felinfach. Pencarreg; Mr. J. N. Evans, Cellan; Mr. Marsden, Llanfair; Messrs. W. Lewis, 1. Caradog Jones, O. Saunders Davies, and Miss A. Hughes. Lamp<'ter; Mr. Bowen, Llan- wenog; Mr. Jones, ilysfaen, Llanybyther, and Mr. Dan Davies, Llanllwni. It was arranged that a trip for the Sunday Schools of the rural deanery should take place at an early date. Mrs. Thomas, Rectory, invited all present to enjoy a sumptuous tea which had been provided for them. for which she was sincerely thanked. LIGHTNING CRICKET.-On Saturday, a record was fstablished for rapid methods in the match between the St. David' College and Pontybcrem second strings at the College field. Whether it was due to the proximity of the Juno examination or to thoughts of a happy crowd in another field, the students who went to the wickets first were dis- missed for a total of five runs! The bowling of the Pontyberem men partook of the Jove-like thun- derholt order. The visitors then batted, and after scoring 11 for two wickets1 they declared. Can any American hustler or advertising agency beat this for promptitude and despatch? THE PURCHASE OF THE MARKET PLACE. The Town Council have done wisely in accepting Mr. Harford's offer to sell the Market Place and build- ings for £ 700. winch ought to turn out a, good in- vestment, as it could be made remunerative to the town. Splendid revenues arc derived from market toUs at Carmarthen, Aberystwyth, and other places^, and why should not Lampeter charge tolls for every onimodity sold in their market? Yerb. sap. FROST. — On Monday morning, some consternation was caused among those who possess gardens- in the town, as the bitter frost on Sunday made havoc among fruit trees, potatoes, etc., and during the evening the gardens and trees were covered bv newspapers—illustrated and others—to prevent any- more ill-effects to the produce. The unique sights induced many of the inhabitants to take strolls to see the paper protected gardens. MONTHLY MARKET.—There was a record attend- ance of sellers and buyers at the monthly market on Monday, and a plentiful supply of small pigs, for which there was a great demand. Pigs seven and eight weeks old sold readily at from 23s. to 25s. according to quality, while some ten weeks old were sold at 28s. to 30s. per head. Old ducks sold at 2- per couple; old hens, 3s. to 3s.. 6d. per couple, and young fowls were sold at 4s. to 4s. 6d. per couple. Cabbage plants, 6d. per 100. IPSWICH ELECTION.—Crowds were awaiting the result of this election until after midnight on the 23rd instant, and the Unionists rejoiced greatly when the figures were announced, and that Mr. Masterman was again left out in the cold. I YEOMAXRY.—On Tuesday, the D (Cardiganshire.) Squadron left here for Penally, Tenby, whwo they will be under canvass for a fortnight. Arrange- ments in connection with next year's encampment, which is to be held at Lampeter next May, have been completed. It is anticipated that 1,500 yeo- men will be encamped upon tho Brongc.st. Lletty- twpa, and adjoining meadows. Th authorities are to be complimented upon their choice of Lam- peter for the annual training. It goes without saying that the inhabitants will extend a hearty. welcome to the yeomen, and will co-operate with them towards making the camp an enjoyable well as a memorable one. CAMPING.—An occasional correspondent writes:— While Mylee' boy was taking a stroll the other evening, after having visited the Roman encamp- ment, he heard beautiful strains of music, and Ifitened awhile so as to locate the melody. After walking across a field above the station he saw a tent, and proceeded cautiously towards it, not knowing how hie intrusion would be received. However, it was all right; when they saw the young Sherlock Holmes he received a hearty wel- oome. In the tent were four young men who had left the madding crowd behind in order to rest their wearied -bodies in solitude on the fir-clad slopes of Brongest-, from whence they obtained a good view of the town and its suburbs. As some of tlw campers possessed splendid voices, they. P, determined to carry out the late Mr. Brinlev Rich- ards injunction. "Let the hills resound with song," and Myles says it was a pleasure to listen to them. One rolled out "Tom Bowling," "The Wolf," "Honour and Arms," while another sang "Prettv Jane." ^'Let me like a soldier fall," and "Maid of Athens." The third rendered gongs as well, while tho fourth, noted for his tunny anecdotes, kept tho ball rolling. Unfortunately lie had to leave on Tuesday for the camp at Penally, but lie will be back soon. Mvles said they were very comfortablo there, and he had a warm welcome to visit them on a future occasion.

LLANGELER RHOSGELER ROAD.— The work of repairing this road, whicn runs over the top of the pari-sh ul Llaa. gelor, trolll Pantwaun to ( arreg Flir, was started Lust \var, ijut it hail to be atjanuoned owing to the '.v niter. On Friday, 22nd, tile committcc held a muet- Wli!°h v>aei decided to restart the work im- mediately, so as to have it finished before tin, hay commences. This road when completed will Oe a boon, not only to t, farmers IU the immediate vicinity, by oifcrmg facihtie, for the better cultiva- I oi the land, but also to tllül: who live within j a V0J'y large radius, as it connects two \en impor- r"lt ''°ads. Great praise is due to Captain Lewes • Oi. taking tho initiative in tne matter. iJibix,uiJi.ODic. —ihe t. Janice eisteddfod com- mittee held its meeting on Monday 18th, when there was a full attendance; tne eistediUod on its iinanciai side showed the satisfactory balance of nearly JuSO. Lvery member of this committee deserveo prac-e for untiring labour to ensure its succeaa. WA-MR :l'l'LY.Thi district (popularly known a Gat Bwlchclawdd' and memorable on' account of its connexion with the Rebecca lliots), has lor the LIst month or o been the scene of a great agitation tor water; for a long period III the year the water completely dues up, and so it lias to be carried irom a long distance, and also }¡¡:t to be paid Years a.go tne water used to come down alung- the road- Side, but of late years, it stopped, only running- when there was it hoavy rain. As has been found .,ut now, the water is still there, but it gets lost on the moors, and it requires comparatively little labour to tirmg it down again ll" Illfuruwr years. One night a meeting of the mna-bitants of the pjace ujs held, in which it uas decided that they should do their utmost to secure the water again. They laid t.iieir complaints before the Parish Council, ana after a short discussion, the motion was carried, a small sum of money being voted to help tiielki. So deter- mined are the people to have the water, that they ail, like one man, have volunteered to turn out and do all the labour themselves. Almost every family has a cow and u small plot of land, and o seem to have anticipated the Small Holdings Act in all its glory, consequently much, water is needed; we know very \\(.J! tiiar when it has to be carried a long distance, a siore of it is kept up in the house for many days, and who can blame them ? What wonder then that tins nealthy "pot we see tents erected for the treatment of those suffering from tuberculosis. It seems strange to believe that keen opposition was shown to this humane project by one or two indivi- dual.

lLANGUNNOR itiJOlc'lNGS. — Tiio return of Mr. and Mrs. Prosser, Brynderwen, from Italy, where they had been spend- ing their honeymoon, was an event of great rejoicing amongst the inhabitants of Llangunnor. Mr. and 1\ln, i'i-«Mi- arrived at Carmarthen by tlic Cork Express on Friday night, and then motored to Llan- gunnor, where they were awaited by a cheerful crowd, who afterwards towed them in the car to Brynderwen. llero they drank the health of the newly-married collide and later proceeded to it held where- a bo; i-fire which had -been built by Mr. Wil- liams, Maeslan, was lit by Mrs. Prosser. Within the glare of the fire appropriate speeches were deli- vered and solos rendered by the followingMr. Lilborne Davies. Bryndcn\ Miss Jones, .Viae.-Ian duetthy Mr. Jones. Queen, and Mrs. Davies, Ty- newydd. After Goti save the King" and wishing Mr. and Mrs. Prosser long life and happi- ness, dispersed, having spent a very plea-ant evening, ihtnng the afternoon a splendid tea was provided to the helping hands by Mr. and Airs. Williams, Maesian.

CLOSYGRAIG CYFARFQO rycici a llywydd, Mr. Wm. Jones, C.D., Ogof. Beirniald,-cerddor- iaeth, Mr. Eben. Jones (is> arweinydd Cor Meibion Bargod-Teifi), Aberbank, a Mr. Michael Davies (Ap Towyn); amrywiaeth, Mr. Ben. Jones, attendance officer, Saron. Rhaglen:-Can a chydgan, Cathe- rine Walters a'i chyfeillion; adroddiad, Albert Lewis; deuawd, Margaret Anne Jones a Esther Davies; adroddiadau, Tom Ellis Jones a Brynmor Evans; detholiad ar y mouth-organ, Tommy- Evans: adroddiad, Annie Alary Jones; can, Eben. Jones; adroddiad, Lizzie Evans: deuawd, Frances Anne Evans a Margaret Ann Jones; adroddiad, Thomas David Lewis; pedwarawd, Simon \V. Owen ai gyfeillion; adroddiad, Eben. John Jones; can, Wm. Davies; adroddiad. M. A. Williams; ad- roddiad, Margaret Anne Jones; adroddiad, Esther Davies; can, Morris Evans; cystadlmweth- Enwau lleoedd ylu dochreu gyda'r llvthyren "A": John Daniel John, Rhandir, Drefach; can, Michael Davies; unawd i rai dan 16 oed: rJlam\nl" rhwns; Hettie Williams a Willie Williams, Groesffordd; deuawd, Plben. Jones a Morris Evans; adroddiad i I rai dan 16 oed: 1, Nellie Lewis, Brynafon; 2, Elsie Jones, Central House: unawd ar v IIIouth-organ: goreu, Jane Owen, Glyn. ° I ARHOLIAH SIBOL.— Safle dosparrh dan 13eg (CIosv- graig) yn yr arholiad sl rol:-Catlieriiie Walters. Ffynnondudur, 95; Lizzie Evans, Tyncwydd, 95; Hannah Davies, Tyharries. 94; David Thomas Jones, Aelybryn, 94; Ellen E. Evans. Soar Cottage, 93; Alice Morgan. Dancapel. 93. Dan lOeg oed Frances Anne Evans. Panteg. 100 (rhari o'r wobr flaenaf); Rachel Walters, Ffynnondudur. 99 (rhan o'r ail wobr); Anne Evans, Tyncwydd, 98 (rhan o'r I 3ydd wobr): Margaret Anne Jones, Velindre View, 96 (rhan o'r burned wobr); Annie Mary Jones, Gwvnfa, 96 (rhan o'r burned wobr); Hannah Marv Davies, Macngwyn, 90.

BONCATH PKKSKNTATION.—Ar the Grosvenor Hotel. Swan- sea. the Rev. 1\ E. Nicholas, late pastor of dais, was presented with a typewriter on the occasion of his departure, while Mrs. Nicholas was the recipient of a handsome gold watch. Mr. Nicholas is well- kiKAvn as a chaired bard, and more especially as the author of the "(Vi-ddi Several well- known p -ople were present at the meeting and spoke verv hitniiy ..f the guest. who is a native of this place, we are proud to own him as such. PRRFKRM EXT.—The Lord Chancellor has offered the living of Penrith, Pembrokeshire, to the Rev. A. W. Jones, cur-.de of Marshfield. Cardiff, and it has been accepted by him

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NEWCASTLE-EML YM ANGLINC.— In tho Teify and its tributaries around Newcastle-Emlyn tho trout anglers have been favoured with good sport during the evenings. The fish take a fly or minnow best at dusk. Salmon, however, do not take very well, and very few have been seen. Mr. Tom Garret and- Mr. John Davies, Penffynon, havo had several good catches in the Cerri, averaging 21b. in weight. In the Teifi good catches are also recorded—Mr. J. A. James, Wern- fach, a '51b. basket, and one of 31b. and another of 21b. Other successful anglers were Mr f). T. George, solicitor; Mr. D. R. Davies, Fountain Hall; Mr. W. Einon, Captain Davies, Mr. Daniel Davies, Ddol; and Mr. W. Hindes. A STRAGl VISITOR.—About mid-day last Friday as a, drove of cattle was being driven through the town, a bull—not being lead—entered a house in Adpar, close to Mr. W. Davies, registrar of births and deaths, and went through the. palgo out to the back, without doing any harm. with the exception of causing some excitement. A minute later the bull went up the steps to the Market-buildings, and went out by another entrance, causing a stir among the people—his presence not being needed there. He seemed whatever to be a bull' of business. After that he was well cared for.

ST. CLEARS G.F.S. FESTIVAL.—Tho annual festival of the G.F.S. of the Deanery of St. Clears was held in St. Clears Church on Friday last. Tne service was held in the church at 2 p.m., when nearly 150 members of the society were present. The service was conducted by^t.he Vioar of St. Clears, the Rev. C. F. Owen, assisted by the Rural Dean, the Rev. J. Thomas, vicar of Latigharne. Members of the society from all parts of the deanery were present, and those two great workers on -behalf of the society, Miss Allen, Cdrhiw. and Mrs. Pugh Evans, Carmarthen, were foremost in the work. The Rev. C. f. Oven initia- ted ten new members into the society. The sermon was preached by the Vicar of St. Clears, who gave a most impressive and instructive disoourse on tho, work of the society which he said was founded by one lady some fifty years ago with a small number of members. Now to-day the society has branches in all parts of the civili.zi-d world. The preacher dwelt strongly upon the intlnPIlcP 1111<1 responsibilities of the members of the society. Ho divided the society up into three parts, single girls, married women, and mothers, and showed that each part had a great in- fluence for good or evil on the nation at large. Each part had their own work allotted to them and whether they carried it out depended the well being of tho nation at large. He impressed upon each to do their utmost to carry out the motto of the society, that of the Apostle. "Lovp one another" At the close of the service a sale of work was held in the Croft Grounds by the kind permission of Mr. and Mrs. R. 11. Harries in aid of the home at the Mumbles for tho members of the society. Mrs. Harries in a few brief words outlined the object of the sale and hoped all would do their best to further the cause. Miss Allen, Cilrhiw. Narberth. seconded the kind wishes of Mrs. Harries. The stalls had been very tastefully arranged over the ground-, and were presided over by an associate of the society, assisted by the wpm. bers. Too praise cannot be given to the ladies who worked so hard on behalf of this good cause. The following were the stall-holders:—Tea. table: Mrs. Owen, St. Clears Vicarage, assisted by her members. Farmers' tiill: Mrs. E. A. Davies. Llan- winio. assisted by her member. Plain and fan\y stall: Nurse Edwards. Sarnau. and the Misses Lewis, Lampeter Velfrey Vicarage. Sweet, stall: Mrs. Davies, Llanfiliangel Vicarage. • and her member. Flowers: Miss Davies, Garthe House. Fancy and flowers: Miss Cunningham, Latigharne, and her members. Fancy stall: The Misses Allen. Oiirhiw. Narberth, and Mrs. Pugh Evans, Carmarthen. Fish-pond and Bran Tub: Mr. R. II. Harries, Crofr. During the. afternoon the members of the St. Clears Band of gave several choruses and solos under the leadership of Mr. D. T. Lewis, their conductor. On the whole the day was most successful end a considerable sum was received on behalf of the home n t Swansea.

LLANGADOCK Ie5srs, J- Davi..s and Cü. helù their fortn;tI11y sale of fat stook at the Red Lion Mart, Llangadock, on Tuesday, The attendance was good and prices satisfactory. There passed through the ring: 30 cattle at prices from £10 to B20, 150 sheep 25s. to 50s.. 300 lambs 20s. to 38s., and 65 porkers 35s. to 70s.

LLANFYNYDD DEATH.—Another link with the past has been severed by the at the ripe age of d "i Mrs. Anne Rees, widow of the late Wm. Rees, head keeper at Pantglas. His nephew, John Rees, whose father was head gardener then, now fills that post. Her brother was the late Mr. Myle-s Jones, Llansawel, a noted character in his time. He was by trade a journeyman saddler, and thus cultivated a large circle of friends. For the last couple of years the had lived with her only grandchild, who was lately- married at Cwmauimaii. Five motors conveyed the body and mourning friends. She was buried in the ground belonging to the Ainor Baptist Chapel here, of which "he had been a faithful member and sup- porter. The Rev. D. Pugh. M.A., pastor, officiated. I"ULT, CLVB.—A meeting of the Bull Club was held in the National •Schoolroom last Friday, the president, Mr. Delme Davies-Kvans, Penylan, presiding. Mr. Joshua Thomas. Gwaelodymaes, was elected secre- tary. Tho bull being kept on his farm, he is on the spot to receive all fees, keep the various records, and other eorrespoiidenec. The number of cows was limited to 80. but experience will teach the committee the advisability of altering some of their conditions.

f, LLANDYSSUL CONCERT.—A very successful concert in aid of Dr. Barnardo's Homes was held at Seion Vestry* through the kindness of the church, on Thursday last, the programme of which was conducted by Mr. Alfred J. Mayors (deputation secretary). Dr. Barnardo's Musical Boys rendered excellent selec- tions. Rev. Ben Davies, pastor, presided over thØ afternoon meeting, and Mr. Charles Lloyd in the evening. The programme, which had been well- arranged, consisted of various musical drills, etc. The meeting was' drawn to a close by the usual vote of thanks, and ended by singing the National Anthem. MINISTERIAL.—Tho induction services of the Rev- Ben. Davies, late of Plasmarl, was held at SeioP > Congregational Chapel on Tuesday evening and Wednesday afternoon and evening. The reception was held on Wednesday afternoon, followed bv 9 social tea to church members and other invited guests. Preaching meetings were held both eveii- ings when the following officiated: -1tevs. Ben- Davies, Newcastle-Emlyn; W. James, Swansea (chairman of the Welsh Congregational Union); E. B. Lloyd. Bwlchnewydd. and W. Thomas, Llnn' boidy. The Rev. Ben. Davies is a native of Llan* boidy, and was educated at Carmarthen Presby- terian College; his first pastorate being Siloh, I Pontardulais, whonoe ho removed to Plasmarl. is a powerful preacher, and one of the rising nl,1 of the denomination; and is also a chaired bard The meetings were successfully arranged, and the fine weather attracted large crowds. CHICKBT.—Between tho Town and the t'ou^ School on latter ground. A good game was \'ilt- nessed. both teams showing fairly good fc)r"" suffering mostly from Jack of practice. The Tow" team lined as follows:—Messrs. Johnny Hut-rh^s' James Evans, Rhys Lewis, Herbert Bailey. #' Young. Ebenezer Evans, Jimmie Davies, D. S. Jones. Jim Evans, D. Jones, and Jenkins. Town team again succeeded in carrying off tbe ] gamo by 22 runs. Score:—Town, 67; Cotin^ School, 45.

CILYCWM The Rev. D. Davies, vicar of Cilvcwm, has been appointed to the living of Fishguard. Hi* parturo from Cilycwm will be keenly felt. Big good works during his stay there have been numer- ous. He restored the parish church at a cost of £2,000, and the National Schools. During his stay the communicants increased 40 per cent. He an active part in local affairs. He was cliairnia" and manager of the National School in the parish- He was appointed chairman of the Parish Cotilicil on the death of the late Mr. Campbell-Davys oipe years ago and fills the same to-day. He has bee^ chairman of Cilycwm Show since its formation, afl(" its siuccess is largely due to his business capacities. He took the lead in the formation of the Llall- dovory and District Farmers' Co-operative Society"' and has from its start occupied the chair. He al^ took a leading part in the formation of the Carni;r thenshirfiJ Ratepayers' Association, and acted as ItS treasurer. He is chairman of commirree 1" settle disputes of Maltern Common, and the aP- pointment of shepherd for same. He and lir8. Davies are very popular in the district. The rev, gentleman is a brother-in-law of Capt. Hughes- Morgan, Tenby.

CYHGHORDY VICAR'S RKSIGXATIOX. — In C onsequen e of tht' drastic measures -contained in the Welsh Church the Rev. E. 1,1. D. Glanley, vicar of Cyiighordy. Llandovery, has placed his resignation in the haIlJ of the Bishop of St. David's. Tho Rev. Ihnr. Lloyd, vicar of Caio. has been offered, and h" accepted the living. The Rev. William Evans. M.A- vicar of 1< ishguard. has been appointed rector Narberth. The rev. gentleman has occupied curaei^ at Aberystwyth, St. Paul's, Llanelly. and Clyd: and from the last-named place ho went as vicar Fishguard. At Narberth lie will succeed the John Morris, M.A., who is retiring on account advancing years. I

FRENCH HORSE WINS THE DERBY The problem of tho Derby was solved on \Ve, nesday in a. very unexpected maimer, not bv favourites, but by a French horse. Durbar II." 'l Jl" result was aa follows:— j 1 Durbar II. (M. H. B. Duryea) 20 to j- I i2—Hapsburg (Sir E. Cassel) 33 to j* 3—Peter the Hermit (Mr. H. J. King) 100 to v The favourites never oocupied a prominent P" tion, and the winner, which was always close took the lead while rounding Tattenham Coi'0t and won easily by three lengths. 4 The King and Queen saw the race, and there the usual enormous crowd and tho usual sce&e, witnessed only on a Derby Day on the fan'011' Epsom Downs. The raco went off without a hitch. Last yei,r woman brought down Anmer, the King's horse, the remarkable precautions this year° airainst rages by suffragettes proved successful.

At the annual meeting of the Cardiganshire Association held at Lampeter, Mr. E. Lima Aberayron, presiding, a presentation of an nated address was made to Mr. John Evans. soliC^'Vj Aberystwyth, in recognition of 26 years' servic° registration agent and as secretary to the associid1'1'^ 'The address was handed to Mr. Evans bv the l"'l> dent. Printed and Published for the Proprietors by GIIES at the "Carmarthen Journal"- PRIL^1 Works, 8, King Street, Carmarthen.

A LLANDllO APPEAL STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS AND A DEBT TO BANK. The appeal of Mrs. Margaret Thomas, of Llan- dilo, against the verdict and judgment at the trial of an action brought against her by Herbert i Davies-Evans, the elder and the younger, and Lloyds Bank at the Carmarthenshire Assizes, be- fore Mr. Justice Coleridge and a special jury. oame on for hearing before LqTdq Justices Buckley and Kennedy and Mr. Justice Scrutton in .the Court of Appeal on Thursday in last week. Mr. Tindal Atkinson, K.C., and Mr. Trevor Jones (instructed by Mesvrs. Montgomery. White, and Harcourt. agents for Mr. Claud Ralph Davies, Llandilo), appeared for the appellant: and Mr. Mager (instructed by Messrs. Rowlo. Johnston, and Co., agents for Mr. Lewis Bishop. Llandilo) was for the respondents'. The appellant is the widow and administratrix of the estate of her deceased husband, Richard Thomas. At the assizes an action wag brought against her for £ 769. and the jury n warded £ 400. Mr. Atkinson said the question for the court was really whether the statute of limitations prevailed. Lord Justice Buckley said tho court was against Mr. Atkinson on the point of the statute of limita- tion., being barred. That being the main question the appeal must be dismissed. Tn any ease, the proceedings were brought within time. Lord Justice Kennedy and Mr. Justice Scrutton concurred.