The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

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LAMPETER SOAR CHAPEL.—On Sunday, Sir Edward Anwyl, Aberystwyth, preached at Soar and Bethel ChApds to large congregations. THE AUCTION MART.—We are informed that the figures given us by one who wa.s at the al, and which were published last week, were not wholly correct. The following figures, we are told, are correct:—Young fat cattle realized £16 to £21 10s.; fat bulls and cows, F,18 to J627 5s.; lamb., 22s. to 305.; calves, E2 to JB4 10s.; fat sheep, 328.. to JB2; ewes and lambs, 45s. to 63s. pigs, 55s. to £4 10s. INTERCESSORY SERVICES.—Very devout AND wall- attended intercessory services were held at the three churches in the parish on Friday, the 12th instant. Communion services were held at St. Peter's at 6.45 and 7,45 a.m.; service at 11 a.m., and a bilingual service at 7.30 p.m., at which the Revs. Canon Camber-William*. R. H. Richards, and W, A. Jones officiated, the Revs. D. J. Evans and R. Keble Williams officiating at Maestir and Pentrebach respectively. SHILOH SINGING FESTIVAL.—There was a r -cord number of people at the "Cymanfa Ganu" at Soar on Wednesday. It is said that there were sr.bout 1,000 present, and that the singing was zhi, "best I heard in the district for many years. The conductor was Professor David Evan-, Mus. Bac., Cardiff. In addition to several hymn tunes sung. the combined choir gave faultless renderings Of is the Lamb." and "Lift up your heads. The organist was Mr. P. Chas. Maclean. F.R.C.O.. Aberystwyth. POLlCE COURT.—On Saturday morning, before Messrs. A. R. T. Jones and Roderick Evans, John Davies, of 17, Treherbert, Ram. was brought up in custody charged with neglecting to maintain wife and family who were chargeable to the Union. —The officer said the wife and children had re- ceived 10s. a week since January, and defendant [ had contributed nothing. He was an army pen-. sioner, and received £ 5 a quarter.—Defendant. giving evidence, made a rambling statement, in which he said that the Almighty had told him not: to give anything to his wife.—Eventually the ease was dismissed with a view to other proceedings being taken.—Mr. J. E. Lloyd appeared for the Guardians. | CRICKET.—Lampeter College v. Poiit3 match was played at La mpeter on Tuesday, June 2. Pontyberem, L-. innings: T. Roberts b VV. Towyn Jones (captain), 1; D. T. Jones run out, 24; W. Williams, b W. Towyn Jones. 0; J. Morgan b R. Perrott, 1; J. Davies b W. Towyn Jones. 1; J. Thomas b W. Towyn Jones. 0; A. E. Seymour b R. Perrott, 0; S. Harris, b R. Perrott, 0; D. A. Thomas b R. Perrott. 0; W. Thomas b W. Towyn Thomas b R. Perrott. 0; W. Thomas b W. Towyn Jones, 2; G. Bowen not out. 9; byes. 9-total, 63. 1st Linings. Lampeter: Gallen b W. M illiams, 13; 1. T. Davies b T. Roberts. 2; W. Towyn Jones 'captain), c J. Davies. b T. Roberta. 12: L. G. Lewis c J. Davies b D. A. Thomas. 11; T. <\ Edwards run out, 7; W. J. Jones b G. Bowen, 16; D. T. R- Perrott b J. Davies, 3; L. G. Rees* b J. Davies, 0; Picton, not out, 3; O. E. Thomas c J. Thomas b Bowen. 2; T. Jeffreys c Robert* b J. i Davies, 0: byes. 2; total. 71. Ystrad Meurig v. i St. David's College 2nd XI.—Played at Lampeter j June 2. Ystrad Meung: D. R. Jones run out, 6; A. J. Evan-, b C. G. Wright. 12 Dr. Morgan b H. 5. Jones, 1; J. Bodyeombe b Wright. 3; N. O. -Jones b H. S. Jones. 0: E. H. Jones b Wright. 3; H. Jones c T. LL Jones b H. S. Jones, 0; M. Jones b Wright, 0: B. Isaac run out, 9; J. Jenkins c P. Williams b L. Richards. 9: W. J. Davie* not out. 3; byes. 2: total. 42. Lampeter: C. S. Wright b Dr. Morgan. 1; L. Richards c Dr. Morgan b N. Jones. 1 ;H. S. Jones b Dr. Morgan. 6; J. Stephens b N. Jones, 0: P. Williams st Dr. Morgan. 0; Tudor Hughes b Dr. Morgan. 4; 0. Jone- b N. Jones. 0; A. LI. Jones b N. Jones. 2; T. LI. Jones b Dr. Morgan, 0; LI. R. Jones b Dr. Morgan. 11: J. Wright not out. 2; byes. 6; total. 33. Pelsall, Staffordshire, v. St. David's College.—Played at Lampeter. Thursday. June 4.—1st Innings. Pelsall: S. Perks, b Tnwvn Jones. 3; iF. Hall c and b Towyn Jones. 0; A. Harrington c G. Picton b D. R. Per- rott. 0: C. Watson c Gallen b D. R. Perrott. 1: G. W. Gregory c Gallen b R Perrott. 12; H. Smith c Towyn Jones. 18; J. Taylor run out, 4: J. Husrhes, b Towyn Jones. 6: G. Allsop b Towyn Jones. 0: S. Ludlow c and b Perrott. 6; A. Richard- son not out. 6; byes, 7: total, 71. 1st Innings, St. David's College: R. A. Gallen b F. Hall. 0: I. T. Davies lbw b F. Hall. 1: L. G. Lewis c Hall b W. Gregory. 0; R. Fletcher c Park b Harrington. 12: W. Towyn Jones b Harrington. 23: W. J. Jones b Harrington. 2: T. C. Edwards b Hall, 0; D. T. R. Perrott c Harrington b Hall. 5: Picton b Hall. 2; W. E. Thomas b Harrington. 2; E. W. Davies not out. 0: byes. 8: total. 55. TENXIS —A match was played on Saturday be tween Neweastle-Hmlyn team and the Institute Team, on the latter'* court. The Institute was represented by Mr. Lloyd William- (cap- tain) and Mrs. Lloyd Williams. Mr. J. T. James and "MI"" Williams, Mr. Black and Miss Jenkins, Northgate: Mr. Charlie Davies and Miss Williams, Maescanol. The New- castle-Enilyn team consisted of Mr. Randell and Mrs. Dr. Lloyd. Mr. Richards and Mrs. George. Mr. E. 0, Evans and Miss Edwards. Mr. E. D. Evans and Mrs. Randall. The Institute won by 9 events to 4. Owing to 'ts getting late the remaining three events were not played. The following were the scores:—J. T. James and Mrs. Williams beat Mr. Randell and Mrs. Lloyd. 6-3. 6-4; beat Mr. E. 0, Evans and ylj. Edwards. 6-4, 6-4: beat Mr. Richards and Mrs. George. 8-10. 6-3. 7-5; beat E. D. Evans and Mrs. Randell. 6-3; 6-2. Mr. and Mrs. Llovd Williams beat Mr. E. D. Evans and Airs. Randell. 6-4. 6-2: beat Mr. E. 0. Evans and Miss Edwards. ?¡\6, 6-3. 7-5. Mr. Richards and Mrs. George beat Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Williams. 6-5. 6-4. Mr. Black and Miss Jenkins beat Mr. E .0. Evans and Miss Edwards. 4-6. 9-7. 6-4: beat Mr. E. D. Evans and Mr-. Randell. 6-4. 6-4; Mr. Randell and Mrs. Dr. Llm-d beat. Mr. Black and Miss Jenkins. 3-6 3-6. 6-4.' Mr. Charlie Davies and Miss Wil- liams beat Mr. E. D. Evans and Mrs. Randell. 6-3. 6-1. Mrs. Richards and Mrs. Georsre heat Mr. Charlie Davies and ATi-s-s WlIlLams .6-4. 6-3. Mr. Randell and Mr-. Dr. LloHl beat Mr. Charlie Davies and Miss Williams. 6-2. 6 2. Refreshments were provided on the ground as usual. BAPTIST FESTIVAL.—The Lampeter and Cayo Bap- tist Musical Union held their annual festival at Bethel, Cayo, on Monday. There was a good attend- j ance and splendid singing. Mr. W. George, A.T.S.C., Y sri vfera, was the conductor, and gave every satis- faction. The morning meeting which was set apart for the children was presided over by Mr. Evan Williams, Esgerwenisaf. The afternoon meeting was presided over by Mr. Win. Thomas. Brynyr- eglwysfawr, and the evening meeting by Rev. 1,1. Jones, Lampeter. Solos were rendered by Miss ■Jones, Pantmeiniog, and Miss W. Lewis, Garth. The anthem, "Buddugoliaeth C'alfari-' was rendered in addition to some beautiful hymn tunes. Mr. E. L1. Lewis, architect, Lampeter, was the hon. tec., and praise is due to him for the effective W:1)' in which the arrangements were carried out. CHORAL FESTIVAL.—The annual choral and Sun- day School festival in connection with the rural deanery of Lampeter was held on Wednesday, when a large number of choristers, members of the Sunday schools, and teachers from the various churches in the deanery gathered together. Lam- peter is noted for its festivals, and tihs year's sur- passed all previous gatherings. At the first service, I a good selection of chants and hymn, were well- rendered, and an anthem. "Cl w, fv enaid" (J. Price). At the two o'clock service, the eh'Idre^ were catechised, and sang sweetly several hymns. The committee had this year decided to perform the sacred cantata, "( r;;e.fi:u::i) and A.-cciision.' and a capital rendering was given by the choir. The solos were undertaken by Mr. D. B. Williams, Lam- peter, and Mr. J. Price, Llanwenog, who did full justice to them. The catechisers were the Revs. W. J. E. Jones, Silian. and E. L. Hamer, Llanwenog. The evening service was held at 5.15. when the enureh was again crowded. Mr. Ivor C. Jones presided at tne organ with his usual ability. Mr. T. Davies, Dremddu-fawr, was treasurer, whiie the Rev. D. J. Evans was festival secretary, and Mr. E. Howell secretary of the Lampeter Deanery Sundav School Union. Mr. W. Lewis, Arfryn. as might be expected, proved an able and successful conductor. ST. PETER'S CHURCH.—Several improvements had been carried out at St. Peter's Church, which are greatly appreciated, among them being. a beautiful lrolished wardrobe for the altar cloths." new matting for the central aisle, ventilators for the windows, while the doors and water chutes have been painted. M\8HONALAND MISSION.—The quarterly interces- sory service on behalf of the above mission was held on Sunday afternoon at the parish church, the Rev. R. Keble Williams officiating. THE DIOCESAN IINA.VCE -SCHEME.—It is gratifying to announce that. a good response has been given to the appeal on behalf of the Diocesan finance Scheme, and it is hoped that every parish in the diocese will emulate Lampeter, which has undertaken to contribute ..L>60 per annum in addition to other collections.

CHURCH OF ENGLAND WAIFS AXD STRAYS' SOCIETY. —A very successful uower fete was held at Langwm on Wednesday, June 10th, in aid of the Lampeter Cot. This is the tenth year for this district to send up L20, the sum required by the society ior the support of a cot at Ryford. The secretary, Mrs. Loruner Thomas, wishes to thank sincerely all who by their presence or assistance helped to make the fete a splendid success, especially the stall-holders. Mrs. Richards (S.D.C.). Mrs. Davies (iFairfieldj at the plain and fancy work stall. Mrs, Clunglas Davies (MilLfield) and Misj, Hilda Lewis at the flower stall; Mrs. Williams (Bryndulas) at the cake and sweet "tall. and the following ladle-i who managed the tea— Mrs. Lloyd (Deri House!. Mrs. Evans (Frondewi), Mrs. Jones (Gwynfryn), Misses Llnvd Hughes (Croes- awdy) and Miss Minnie Iwen (Station-terrace). The at attraction of the afternoon wan a performance of scenes from ''Cranford"' by members of the Children's Union—Misses Dilvs. Lorine, Gwyneth and Freda Clunglas-Davies, Miss Gwen Davies (Fair- field), Miss Ida Davies (L ulnior), Aliss Isabel Jones ^Halburtonl, Miss Monica Williams -(Bwndulas) and Miss Dioynwen Richards (S.D.C.), The" play was a great success and the parts were excellently acted. Miss Annie Hu les (Station-terrace). who very kindly trained terformers. is to be congratulated upon the charnil, way in which the various hariteterg did tl- parts. The fete realised over r 917 in spite of the reatening weather, which came as a great disapp. i- Tient. and prevented the fete being heTd out of cs.

GLYNARTHEN SUCCESS.—The numerous friends of Dr. John U. Owen, B.Sc., Ac., of Plas (now of Tredegar), will be pleased to learn that he has obtained the degree of Bachelor of Medicine (M, fl.) at the recent exami- nations of the University of London. During re. ent years, Dr. Owen has been very successful in obtain- ing some of the highest degrees in the profession and this last step he has attained is not the least, but it augurs well for him to climb again to a higher position. Some two months ago he was appointed by the Bedwellty Guardians to succeed Dr. H. G. Brown as medical superintendent to the Bedwellty Infirmary, medical officer of health for Tredegar, and public vaccinator. His appointment as such has been sanctioned by the Local Government Board.

GARNANT MINERS EN-romil-ED.-Two hundred miners, en- tombed for twenty hours by a heavy fall of roof in the Cawdor Mine, Garnant. were brought to the surface without injury yesterday morning. The fall was caused by some empty coal wagons breaking away. rushing down a gradient, and knocking down timbers supporting the roof. The 200 men were cut off in the workings. h"s~uers made a hole through to the entombed men and food was lowered to them, •but. after a while the fall apparently shifted and the hole closed. There was ten, anxiety among the relatives of the men, and all through the night hun- dreds of people stood on the pit bank waiting for news. When it was known that food had been passed to the men the anxiety was somewhat re- I and the great crowd be.gan to sing to keep up the spirits of the trapped miners. The singing continued throughout the night. When the rescue party again made an opening the miners could be heard joining in the. singing. The, fall of earth was cleared away yesterday morning, and the 200 men came up little the worse for their imprisonment.

LLANDILO I CHURCH FESTIVAL.—Liidcr the auspices of the Ciiur. h Choral I moil of the Archdeaconry of Car- marthfcii, a Welsh festival service, consisting of Matins and Holy Communion, was held at Llan- dilo oil Tuesday, 16th inst., at the Parish Church. The following choirs took part ;ffelinfoel, Llan- I ddarog, Llanllawddog and Capel-y-Uroes, MyJrim, Pcmbrey and Pontyberem. The celebrant at the Communion Service was the Rev. Robert Williams, I M.A., R.D. (and archdeacon elect), vicar of the parish. The organist was Mr. P. R. Daniel, A.R.C.O., and the conductor, Mr. John Price, Beulah (choirmaster to the Union). The offertory I was in aid of the funds of the Union. COUNCIL. '\lART.-lhu fortnightly sale of stock at the Council Mart was conducted on Monday in last wek by Meters. Wm. and Walt er James and Son, auctioneers, of Wa.IlCd, Llandilo, Liangadock, and Llandovery. Tho supply was good and there wae a. brisk demand in all tne departments. Fat cattte reached iroin f:1l to £ 34; sheep 28s. to 35s. Lambs (this season's) ironi 21s. to 3.), &d. calves from Xil (this season's) ironi 21s. to 36*. 6d.; calves from *»1 5s. to £ 5 lUs.; cow» and oalvob irom £ 14 to £ 18. Porkers 27s. to 64s. DEATH. — We regret to announce the d<\uh of Porkers 27s. to 64s. DEATH. — We regret to announce the d<\uh of Mrs. Esther Morgan, 6. North Ban1; Llandilo, wile J Air. Thomas Morgan. Airs. Morgan succumbed to an '.line-* of 14 months duration on Friday. Her complaint was cancer of the breast, and she had been under treatment at cwan.sea Hospital. She bore her pain with Christianlike fortitude. She h'ay"" a widower and five children. Deceased was a daughter of .1r. Thomas Jones, Nantribo, Llandilo. Poor, LAW KELIEF.—According to the annual report of Dr. Vv". A. T. Lloyd, the medical officer of health for the Llandilo Rural jyistrict Council, the ommmt of Poor Law relief administered for Sep- teiuiier 51st. 1912. pin September 31st, 1913. was as follows:-—Outdoor relief. £ 4.801 7s. 9d.; boarded- out children, j356 7s. 9d. indoor relief, £881 19s. 6d., in.ilang a total of £ 5.719 14s. 9d. Gratuitous medi- cat and surgical relief for tne poor is obtained at the L'mon Workhouse and the Swansea Hospital.

PONTYATES Special services weru held in 6t. s on Wedne.stiay ui u iutsuu week. There was a cele- bration ot Holy Communion at 8 a.HI., and services at 11 a.m., Co p.m., and 6.30. The following were the preachers: Tile Rev. D. Evans, St. Paul's, Llan- L,i!y; Rev. W. Francis, St. Sulien's, Tumble, and the Rev. E. T. Evans, St. Catherine's-, Cwmllynfell. The choir, under the leadership of Mr. Philip Davies. q!Jg- the anthem. Magnify Glorify, Miss Davies, Victoria Inn, presided at the organ. The collections were for the new organ fund.

LLANDEBIE EISTEDDFOD.—President, Mr. A. E. DuBuisson, J.P., Glyiiiilr; conductor, Rev. J. J. Davies, Cross- hands. Adjudicators: Music, Mr. Joseph Thomas, L.T.S.C., Pontarduiais and Mr. Sydney Morris, Penygroes; literature. Rev. J. J. Davies, Cross- hands. Accompanist*, Mr. Tom Jara«, Crosshands, and Miss Nellie May Evans, A.V.C.M., Llandebie; treasurer. Mr. F. Francis; and secretary, Mr. Tom Rees. A vvard>:—Solo for children under 12: 1st, Mary Louisa Davies. Bettww; 2nd. Henry John Criffith". Caerbryn. Recitation for children under 12: 1st, Dorothy Evans. Tycroes; 2nd, T. J. Morris, ■CapeI Hendre. Solo for boys under 14: One com- petitor. who was awarded the prize, Henry J. Grif- ),h-. Caerbryn. Recitation for children under 16: 1st. T, m Harris. Llandebie; 2nd, Lizzie Thomas, LLtnd-hie. Solo for girls under 16: 1st, Alary Lo;usa D.ivies 2nd Mary Annie Harris. Crosshand-. Fr,r verses, eight lines, to "Labour i).iy" On" competitor, who proved worthy of the priae—Mr. Joshua ,jOI\ M '-nrg <y. Golden Grove. Six '11. riníi- from the Old Testament: Mr. Richard Perkins, ('efn-b-errach. Soprano solo: Miss (Fowler (Llinos Amman). Glanamtrwn. Solo for those over 40: Mr. George Evans. Gw.ih'a. Llandebie. Tenor solo: Mr. Wm. Price Rees. (Jwaencaegurwen. Recitation: Mr. Tom Harry (Mab y Mynvdd), Glanamman. Bass solo: Mr. Stephen Roger. Glanamman. Im- promptu dialogue: Messrs. Wm. Wat-kins, Gwndwn. and David Harris. Llandebie. Octette (male' lr. Alfred Jones. Llandebie. and friends. Wit: Air. William Watkins-. Mixed choir, not under 30 in number to render: The Cefneithin Choir and a handsome oak chair to the conductor. New CURATE.—The Rev. John Thomas, B.A., the, new curate entered on his dnties last Sunday. He took the service, and preached in the Parish Church in the morning, delivering an excellent the, new curate entered on his dnties last Sunday. He took the service, and preached in the Parish Church in the morning, delivering an excellent sermon which highly appreciated by a largo ¡ congregation. WEDDING.—A pretty wedding was solemnised last Tuesday in the Parish Church, between Mr. Simon I J. James, of the Metropolitan Mounted Police (son of Mr. and Airs. James. Voel. Hebron, Pem.), and ATiss Alorfydd H. Rees. fourth daughter of Mr. John Rees, Corner House. Llandebie. The bride was attended by Aliss Alaria Rees (sister), and Aliss Gwenny Cowell. London (neice), as bridesmaids. The duties of best man was carried out by Mr. Tom James (bridegroom's brotherl. Tho bride was given away by her father, and wore a very pretty dress of white ninon. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. W. Jones, B.A.. vicar of Bettws- cum-Ammanford, and the Rev J. Thomas, B.A., curate. The presents were numerous and costly. DEATH AND FUXFHAL.—We are sorry to record the death last Friday, of an old inhabitant Mrs. Rachel Walters. Gellv House. Margaret-road, at the Joint Counties Asylum, Carmarthen, where she had been admitted a week previous, suffering from depression. She was a widow and leaves a family of seven children for whom the greatest sympathy is extended. Her mortal remains were internvl in the Parish Churchyard. Vast Tuesday afternoon, amidst the manifestation of great sorrow. The service was conducted by the Rev. John Thomas B.A.. curate.

CAIO FUNERAL.—The funeral of Mrs. Alcrhuen. formerly of Avonwood, Clifton, and Llvlr()yr\ilvn. Carmar- thenshire. took place at the Parish Church, Wcst- bury-on-Teyrn. on May o-Otli. The do eased lady was the widow of Col. Methuen, late Queens Own Cam-, roil Hignianders-, and for many years in com- mand of the ht. V.B. Glister Regiment. She was rhe daughter of the 1 :te Rev. Alfred Harford of Locking. Mrs. Methuen passed away on Wednes- day. 27th May. after a short illness in London on her return from Alalta. Her second son. Air. Harry Methuen. Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders, was unable to -be present, lwing- with his regiment in India. The remains were brought to Bristol on Thursday. 28th May. and rested at Tockington Alanor. the residence of her son-in-law. Captain Pomeroy Salmon, the funeral taking place fro' there on Saturday. The interment was in the family vault, which was beautifully lined with moss and roses by the gardeners from Tockington Al inor. The coffin was of polished oak with brass cross and nr: plate, bearing the inscription; "Deinor Alary Meth- uen. died 27th May. 1914. aged 61 years." On the coffin was plac-'d at full length cross of sweet peas from all her children -nd a shr-of of roses from her grandchildren. The service was fully choral. Air. Haydn Co* presiding at the^orgui. off.eiatin clergy were the Rev. P. E. O'B Aleti.uen, the Rev, Dr. Wilkins (Ticar). and the Rev. A. J. Bartlett (curate). The mourners were Airs. Pomeroy Salmon, Miss Alethuen and Aliss Phyllis Methuen (daughters). Capt. Alethuen (son). Capt. Pomeroy Salmon (son- in-lawh Airs. AIeth"cn (s-ister-in-law'i. Lieut. Paul Alethuen. P.N. (uenhew). Field-Marshall T.ord Aleth- uen. G.C.B.. Air. H. W. L. Harford. tr. J. P. Harford. :li<$ C. Harford. Aliss Harford. Air. and Mrs. Peneril Turnbull. Col. Mnthews-Donald-son. the men and maidservants from Llystroyddyn. and To-ckington ATanor. Wreaths were sent by her chil- dren. grandchildren, her brother and -ester, nieces and nenhow. Lieut.-Oenernl Sir James and Lady Hills- .Tohnes Lady Evans. "Lucy and Molly." Airs, and Miss Harford. Blaise Castle. Air. and Miss Harford. Falcondale; Col. and Airs. R. S. Walter. Mary Gwvnne. AITss M. Capt. Aliss Corse Scott, Air. and Airs. Godfrey Priggs. Dr. and Airs. Blagcr. Lady East. Col. And Miss^ss East. Airs. Har- vey Taverner and Eric, the servants at Llvstroyddyn. the servants at Tockington Manor. Airs. Raike*. Airs, and Aliss WiNon Fox Aliss Janefte Alethuen. Impressive memorial servers were odd in the parish churches of Caio and Llansawel on the Sunday fol- lowing. and touching references were made b the Aricar to the beautiful life of the deceased lady and to the well-nigh irreparable 10"" sustained by the parish of Caio. especially through her death. She was foremost in every rood work and ready at all times to lend a helping hand to every crood cause— of her it twight truly He said that she knew the luxury of doing good.— R.I.P.

LLANGAOOCK YEOMANRY. -Llangadock now enjoys the honour of having in its Yeomanry troop, two sergeants viz., Scrgt. W. J. Lloyd, and Sergt. Dan F. James. The latter who is a member of the firm of William and Walter James and Son, Auctioneers, was promoted during this year's camp at Penally. We hear that the Liangadock troop came in for much praise dur- ing the training, and was described as one of the best in the squadron.

LLANDOVERY CHURCH PARADE. The annual Church Parade of the D Company 4th Welsh Regiment will be held at Llandovery on the third Sunday in June. Twenty recruits have been enrolled during tlte pre- sent recruiting season. SINGIJKJ FESTIVAL.—In oonnection with the Bap- tist denomination), a singing festival was held at Cwinsarnadu on Monday. A U'SKF»L MOVE. -Follow 1 n.g the plan he has now adopted for some years with a view to keeping the burgosse* well up in matters connected with borough finances, Councillor Ed. Thomas has just di-stribiltud amongst the ratepayers copies of the treasurer's account for tho year ended the -31-1". of March, which is wet! worthy of their perusal. TOWN COUNCIL.—National Library Funds.—The monthly meeting of this Council was held on rl uos- doy, 9th inst.. Alderman T. Watkins (deputy-mayor) in the chair.- i iie Clerk to the County Council wrote that Llandovery had been .selected as a centre for lectures on horticulture ami bee-keeping.—With reference to the tar-spraying of the roads in the borough, an application concerning which had been sent to the County Council, the Clerk to that body wrote stating that the matter should receive atten- tion.—The question of subscribing towards the building furd of the National Library of Wales was under discussion, and it was decided in view of the f:1ct B500 had already been subscribed by the •"oijjm not to subscribe.—Air. T. Roberts moved that a standpipe be procured for the use of the roadmen and scavenger, together with a sufficient length of hose for their requirements. On a division the motion was carried by six to four votes.-—The treasurer's account showed a balance cf J3258 against the Council in the sanitary account and a blancp in favour of the Council in the borough account of E24 15R. 8d..—Attention was called by Mr. R. Thomas to the bad stat-e of the street lamps and the matter was referred to the Lighting Com- I I i:, t t NI r. S. II. Price moved that steps be taken with a view of getting the Yeomanry to camp at Llandovery next year. He suggested that the clerk ite to the most influential people.—Air. Rd. Thomas: Why not write to the Mayor? He in con- junction with Alajor Stewart would be able to take step- in the matter.—The Chairman heartily agreed. —Air. S. H. Price suggested that they should write to the officer commanding before the camp broke up at Penally. There were, he understood, other places trying, Lampeter included.—Air. T, Roberts: The camp broke up yesterday.—Air. Rd. Thomas' suggestion was adopted. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BANK CLERKS.—A lar,sre and representative meeting of bank clerks was held at the Castle Hotel, Llandovery, on Fri- day last to hear addresses on the aims and objects of the above Association, and also to consider the advisability of joining same: The gentlemen who addressed this meeting made a strong appeal to all bank clerks to enrol themselves as members, and to assist a cause which, they argued, would improve the conditions of service of the banking fraternity, and also raise the status and prestige of the pro- fession. Air. Harry Watkins, of Llandovery, and formerly of the National Bank of Wales (which is now incorporated in the Aletropohtan Bank), de- livered an address, in the couse of which he re- counted many humorous incidents in his banking career. He stated that it was essential that every man worthy of the name of a bank clerk should join this irreat movement, and do nil he could to assist in propangnnda work in order to push on matters. As an old bank man he realized that as a respectable class of people bank clerks were badly treated. If they only combined together they could certainly have better terms. He further stated that he would use his best influence up and down the country to get bank clerks to join. It was unanimously decided to support the Association and to join the Society. Mr. Watkins may be re- membered as an old Llandovery College Boy, a famous Rugby football player, having played for Llanelly for many seasons, and also obtained his rap for W ales in the invincible years of 1902-3 and 4, when the Principality won the triple crown. A series of meetings in connection with the National Association of Bank Clerks are shortly to be held in the County of Carmarthen in the following ?entr"s. viz. :—Llarvlly. Carmarthen, Ammanford, and Llandilo.

LLANSADWRN CONSERVATISM. — A meeting of the TJansadwrn branch of the East Carmarthenshire Conservative and T nionist Association was held last Frid-v evenintr, the 12th inst., at the Council Sohoe) Llansndwrr). The ,b,ir was occupied by Mr. T. Jones Davies. Bryndyfan. chairman of the local committee, who spoke for a considerable time on the work accomplished by the association and the crre-it strides it had made in East Carmarthenshire. He was srl-id to find tint the Llansadwrn Association most active, and were determined to carry ion the work with i?>cre-is->d enthusiasm and aetivitv. The Con~"i-vafivc fo.. the division. Mr. T. F. Jame-. of Llnndilo. 11]<10 present, nnd addressed the meetin.sr.

COURT HHR\r W'ATJJC SUPPLY.—In the Aledical Officer of Health's ")1011, attention i. directed to Court, Henry alio Alynyddbiich water "upply. Dr. Lloyd *a\» :—"Tir,> neighbourhood has been iu want- of a w.tt r for many years. The Court Henry S'hool ha, been without a reliable water supply ever since it was built, and that is many years ago. I have called your attention to this matter upon in- numerabii .>cation-. Two years ago an adequate and reliable -iil)i)ii was discovered above New Cre-" whe-e i: HU,, I! cided to construct a sliall reservoir and provide ;1 gravitation ..supply for the place. 'contract for work was let, but. the matter has been allowed to drop. There is no place within the rural district of Llandilo-fawr where there is a greater need of water, and I cannot too trollgJy ueprecaie ihe apatiietic attitude which this authority ha- assumed with regard to this question. I can only again your attention to the urgent neces- sity of carrying out the scheme for supplying this neighbourhood with water."

LLANDYSSILIO-GOGO I'akjish. CHURCH.-—Thi- church and IL, environ- ment has been greatly improved lately, and the vic.ir, Itf V. John Morgans, takes a pride in the House oi God and its consecrated acre. Labourers have been busy upon the ancient churchyard for the la-t two months. The old hedges have been pulled down and cleared away, and superseded by new stone hedges. Young trees have also been planted. The paths leading to the church have been widened and cleaned, while tombstones of disowned graves have been replaced. The inside of the sacied edifice has not been forgotten either, for the vicar has received a substantial gift of altar linen from an anonymous donor in London. The gift consists of a complete set of linen,—corporal, poll, veil, six purificators. outer veil .and hufse The hn: n was used for the first time on Whit- Sunday. MARK S.A handsome and substantial new stone-built A-Ofdrv has been completed, and will be opened at an early date. The architects were Ale--rs. Davies and -Son. of Penrhiwlhm. The has al-so succeeded in getting a grant of JB2 5s. worth of Prayer Books for the parish. Other improvements will also be undertaken soon. ORDIXATTON.—We are glad to fi-nd the nnnw.<; of the Revs. John and David Davies on the list of deacons or(liine(i.-ti)p former in Llandaff Cathedral and the latter in St. David's Cathedral, on Trinity Sunday. Revs. J. and D. Davies are the sons of Air. and Airs. Davies. Moelach, Llandyssilio-Gogo, and both were communicants at t. Alark's Church. Rev. J. Davies has been ordained to the citracy of Pontlottyn, and Rev. D. Davies to Llangeler. Both are very promisnig young men, and we wish them every success and God's blessing in their respective sphere of labour.

AMMANFORD I WEDDING.—On Thursday, the 11th inst., at the Registrar's Office, Llandiio, before the Registrar I (Air. R. Shipley Lewis), the marriage took place of Mr. W. <>>lley, fourth son of Airs. Col ley. Alaesy- berllan, Bettws, and Aliss Selina Allen, fourth daugther of Air. and Airs. William Allen, Lancwm House, Margaret-stroet, Ammanford. The bride, who was given away by her father, was neatly attired in a, navy costume with hat to match. The bridesmaid was the bride's sister, Miss Jessie Allen, who wore a cream satin dress, with hat to match, whilst the duties of best man was carried out by Mr. Willie Allen (the bride's brother). The wedding- party motored to Llandilo, and after the ceremony returmnl to the bride's home, where the wedding breakfast was partaken of. Both the bride and bridegroom were the recipients of numerous presents. DEATH.-WD extend our sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Cled Morris, Margaret-street, Ammanford, in the loss they have sustained by the painfully sudden death of their four-year-old son, Master Kenneth (Ken.) Alorris, convulsions being the cause of death, which took place on Tuesday, the 9th inst. The funeral took place on Thursday afternoon, the inter- ment being at The Bethany burial ground. Amman- ford. The officiating ministers were the Revs. W. Nantlais Williams (Bethany), and E. J. Rosser Evans (Gwvnfryn). Chief mourners:—Air. Cled Morris (father); Air. H. Alorris (grandfather); Messrs. Emlyri Morris, Eddie Morris, Donald le Morris, and Alice Morris, Ammanford; Mr. Thomas Richards, draper, Swansea: Messrs. Henry Jnoe-s, Wm. Jones, Simon Hughes. Trevor Morris, and Irwin Alorris. Pontarduiais (uncles). Floral tributes were sent by the parents, grandparents, Mr. T. Richards, neighbours, Ammanford Cricket Club, friends, and Master Elgar Morris.

PONTYBEREM FESTIVAL.—A Sunday School festival, in connec- tion with the Rural Deanery of Kidwelly, in which the ioilowmg schools took part: St. Cynderyn's, St. Mary's, Pontyates; St. Suiien's, Tumble, and St. JOhli, PurIty lwrem-wa, held at St. John's oil Tuesday in W hitsun week. The programme, both musical and educational, was drawn up by a com- mittee consisting of the following:—The Rev. Lewis Davies (chairman), Rev. J. D. Timothy (secretary), Rev. J. Da\ iei>, Rev. W, Francis, Miss Treharne, and Alessrs. T. Seymour, Thomas Davies, Aeron Jones. D. Williams, Wm. Evans and W. H. Rees. There was a service for children at 3 p.m., and the Rev. Francis catechised them in their allotted work. The ant-hem, lesu fydd yn Ben," was very sweetly aung. The service for adults was held at 6.30 p.m., and included, special lessons and hymns and Psalms and Collets, and was intoned by the Rev. W. Francis, and the Rev. J. D. Timothy was the catechist. The anthem, "Magnify Glorify" (Bel- sharrars' ieastl was very effectively rendered. Great praise is due to Air. Win. Evans, Ponty- berem, under whose leadership the choirs acquitted themselves with so much credit. Mr. Ivor Evans ably presided at the drgau. The popularity of the festival evident from the numbers present and the enthusiasm displayed. The syllabus of work was taken from the fnter Diocesan Lessons, which in- cluded Prayer Book as well as Scripture lessons. It is hoped that the festival will become an annual one, it will be fuut)tl helpful ill many ways, it will not only co-ordinate the work of the various schools, but wili also provide a stimulus and improve the quality of the teaching. The local Church people entertained the children tu tea in the. hall. a kindness which was much appreciated.

LOGIN, LLANGUNNQR COXCKRT.— On Friday last, June 5th, members of the local Lodge of the Church Benefit Society held a concert- at the above schoolroom. The chairman being Mr. D. Peters. Solos were ably rendered by the following:—Mrs. G. Davies, the Aliases M. Jones, L. Thomas, A .and E. Alorgans. L.'Speke and M. Jones, Mr. H. Squires and Mr. 1.. Davies, Masters Willie Squires and Tommy Davies. Duetts by Miss AI. Jones and Air. J. Thomas, the Misses K. and .1. Jones, the Alis«es A. Alorgans, L. Jones, and H. Squires, the Alisses R. Speke, A. Alorgans, and H. Squires, Mrs. II. Squires and Aliss Al. A. Thomas rendered a dialogue. Several others also contribu- ted towards the enjoyable evening bv rendering solos and recitations. The Rev. J .Jenkins at the close of the entertainment heartily thanked all for their kindness and also Aliss Annie Thomas for act- ing as accompanist. His suggestion of another sim- ilar entertainment in the near future was heartily applauded.

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LLANDYSSUL FUNERAL.—On Aionday last, the remains of Mrs. Evans, Wilkes' Head Hotel, were laid to rest at the Pantydefaid (Unitarian) Churchyard. The de- ceased passed away peacefully on the previous Wed- nesday night after some months' of patient suffer- ing. Her funeral was a large and representative one, and showed the respect and high esteem in which the deceased was held. The Rev. T. A. Thomas, pastor, officiated at the house and church; while the Rev. Jenkins, Llwynrhydowen, officia- ted at the graveside. The chief mourners were: Mr. J. Evans (husband) Alisse-s Annie, Sally Lizfiie and Margaretta (daughters); Master Tommy and Daffo (sons); Mr. David Evans, Gwarcwm (father); Mr. Dan Evans and Mr. Johnny Evans (brothers); Miss Mary Evans (sistur); Mr. David Evans. Cwmmareh (brother); Air. and Mrs. Thomas, Penbank; Mr. Wrm. Davies, Pantyscwem; Messrs. Evan and Dell Evans, Pantybryn; Mr. Evan Davies, Cyllwch, and many other near relations. Wreaths were sent by the Family; Mr. Evan Evans, coal merchant; Mr. S. Owens, Co-operative Stores; Alajor Cass, D.S.O. J.P.; Airs. Jones, Cilgwyn; Mr. and Mrs. Richards, Half Moon; Members of the Agricultural Show; Mrs. Evans, Tycoed, and Margaret Evans, Mollhedog-isaf. ^VZAAB.—Tho annual bazaar in aid of the Parish CWrch Improvement Fund was held at Gilfachwen on Wednesday. It was this year E4gain well sup- ported, and the receipts drew olose to C42. Pour- ing with rain in the morning, it turned out fine in the afternoon, thus the sale proved satisfactory. WEDDING.—A very pretty wedding took place at Pantydefaid Unitarian Chapel on Wednesday last, the contracting parties being Mr. J. O. James, son of the late Rev. W. James, M.A., and of Mrs. James Brynhyfryd, and Miss Alolly Evans, the only daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Evans, Porth Hotel. The parties being well-known and popular, a large congregation gathered, the bride- groom being also a member of the Rural District Council and a member of the Board of Guardians. The bride, who was given away by Mr. T. Thomas, solicitor, was attended by Mrs. Arthur Thomas (sister of the bridegroom). whilst Air. Tom Evans, Ardwyn (brother of bride) acted as best man. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. T. Arthur 1 Thomas. The wedding party also consisted of Mrs. James. Brynhyfryd; Air. Cerdin Evans. Denbigh; Master Gwil Thomas: Mr. and Mrs. Jones and Master Elgan Jones, Garthowen. The reception was held at Garthowen. from which place the young couple motored to North Wales, where the honeymoon is being spent. They were the recipi- ents of a large number of costly presents.

LLANFYNYDD This place goes from one success to another. The Eisteddiod Committee defied superstmtiuii by hold- ing it on the 16th and won triumphantly. It was duo to a combination of glorious weather ,an enormous crowd, the motor-cars as plentiful as nettles in the hedge, one huge motor-brake carrying 35 passengers created quite a sensation; numerous and spirited competition with popular decisions, generous donors to the prize list, and ;:n extremely .energetic band of workers, from ticket sellers- and stampers upwards through the scalo toiling hard. They had erected a solidly-built hall of wood, with windows, uoors and* an installation of acetylene gas. Our genial post- master, Air. J. Walter Daves, wearng a broad smile all day, was clerk of the works, backed by the one and only Evan Jones, a courteous and able secre- tary for many years past; the Alderman'* son, Mr. A. D. Thomas, was an exact and faithful treasurer. Our vicar, Rev. D. Daven Jones, presided in the morning, and All". Ddlllc Davies-Evans, Pantglas, in the evening. Alderman H. J. Thomas, J.P., conducted the whole day in his own happy style. Air. • John Thomas, Llanelly, the limbic Rev. J. Dyfnallt Owen, Carmarthen, the literature; Mr. W. D. Jenkins, architect. Llandilo. the painting, carv- ing. and other work Air. Tom James, Crost- Har.dt, as always, made an efficient accompanist, and Air- J. Emlyn Thomas. Bettws, the harpist. The patrons included Mrs. Spence-Jones, Pantglas (lending her piano and giving other substantial support): Capt. and Airs. Cecil Spence-Jones; Airs. Delme Davies- Evans. Prof, Oliver. ALA. Rev. J. F. Edwards, Rev. J. M. Pugh, III". Timothy, Nantgaredig; Evan Thomas, Greyhound, Penybank W. S. G. Alorris, Ystradwrallt; Tuos. Jones, Brynmawr, Llanelly. and Col. W. Gwyn.ee-TTnghes. (Jkincoth;. of whom the greater majority wi re present during the <i. The only fault to be found was in ihe late hour the proceedings finished and an overloaded programme. One or two items, .such as making button-holes which cannot bo classed as either musical or literary pur- suits, otherwise everyone could be satisfied with tlie result of their labours. A correct list of subjects with names of the winners will appear next week.

TALLEY FUNERAL.—The burial took place at Talley on Tuesday, 9th inst., of Air. D. AL Evans, of 6, Lans- downc-road. Canton, Cardiff, formerly of Halfway, Tstlley, who died on the 4th inst. A short service was conducted at the house by the Ilev. Cuthbert Thomas (C.M.), Salem. Canton. The Rev. Henry Jones (Llandebi,), J. D. Jones (Bangor), J. A. Davies, and J. D. Evans (Talley) officiated at the church and graveside. The mourners were: Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Cardiff (sister): Misses Olwen and Ceinwen Jones and Peggy Toinkins (nieces); Nis. Davies, Talley; Air. and Airs. J. P. Griffiths, Cwmdu; Miss Davies, Talley; Misses Annie, Alary and Margaret Griffiths. Cwmdu: Air. and Air-. Job: Mr. in(I W. Davies, Iscoed: Ikrs. Ernest and Gerald Davies: Rev. and Airs. J. E. Davies. former- ly of Jnwin; Airs. Evans, Albion House. Llandilo; Airs. Thomas, Aberamman; Airs. Davies. Llanelly; Air. D. John, Llandebie; Aliss Hayward. Llanfyn- ydd; Air. Bleddyn Evans, Lampeter: Air. S. M. Jones and Aliss Jones, Pins, Talley. Wreaths were sent by John and children; TTSKUI Ernest and Gerald; Will and Bess; Rev. and Mrs. Landy I Davies, Colchester; Mr. and Atrs. W. Davies, J'J- coed; Mr. and Mrs. Wood; and JaIlw.

LAUGHARNE NOTES In last week's notes respecting the interment of the late Mr. Jeremy, we inadvertently omitted to mention that Messrs. D. and S. Richards were the undertakers, who, as usual, carried out their dunes in a thoroughly satisfactory and efficient manner. Floral tributes, too, were received from Mrs. Bolton and Mr. Ritso Bolton after the time of writing. A .short time ago the Billiard Committee, which is a sub-committee of the Town Improvement Committee, recommended the latter body to ap- point Mr. D. Phillips as caretaker of the Ship and Castle premises which have been secured for use as a club, consisting of reading room, game and billiard room. This was duly done, but the appointed care- taker afterwards reported that he could not accept the post on the original terms and suggested further weekly payments, which the committee could not accept. A meeting of the former committco was therefore called on the 11th inst. to consider the position. Mr. W. Owen, Stoneyway, was ultimately appointed to the duties on the original terms as advertised by the committee. It is hoped that the club will be housed in its new quarters soon after these lines appear in print. Through the generosity of Mr. and Miss Chi Ids, the members of the Tennis Club enjoyed an excel- lent tea served on the lawn on a recent Wednesday. It was a very pleasant function, and much appre- ciated by the members, who. I hear, are wondering "Who's the next. A wave of gloom and sadness flowed rapidly over the town and district early Thursday morning. when it wa-, known that John John, the younger son "f Mr. James John, Gosport, had been killed by light ning the previous evening on Parkyarbbot Farm. St. Clears, where he was employed. It was only a few weeks ago that deceased met with a serious cycle accident, from which however he speedily recovered. He had entered upon his new duties but the week before, yet even in that short time he had made many friends and admirers around him, as was evident by the number from that district who paid their last tribute of respect on Saturday. In Laugharne, John had a host of friends. He was one of those good-natured, sturdy boys whom it is impossible but to admire. To the aged he wns always a willin ghelper, to his elders he was always respectful, to his immediate companions lie was honourable, whilst the young found in him their champion, and often a guide. His parents have lost a loving, obedient and trustworthy son from whom much might have been expected had he been spared. It is difficult for us to fully realise that this boy has been so suddenly cut down in his budding manhood—for he was only a little more than 15 years of age. Yet we must bow to the divine decree. The deepest and sincerest sympathy is extended from all quarters to his bereaved parents, sisters and brother. The funeral, which was very largely attended, took place on Saturday afternoon. A short service was conducted at the house by Rev. D. M. Thomas. Outside, the hymn, Nearer my God to Thee." was sung. At the church, Rev. W. L. Davies, Llanfihangel, officiated, whilst the com- mittal portion was performed by the Vicar. The floral tributes were very beautiful and numerous. Messrs. D. and S. Richards carried out the duties of undertaker in their usual thorough manner. Laugharne suffered badly on Saturday last at the hands of the Sandy Mounts, on the occasion of their first cricket match, which was played on their own ground. In fairness to the homesters it must be said that circumstances prevented a strong team being placed on the field. Though defeated, they are by no means dannted. The Sandy Mounts is an old established club, which has a large, number from which to select a team. Air. and Mrs. Head very kindly provided tea on the field to both teams and visitors. The following are the scores:—Sandy Mounts: W. Jones c Edwards, 7; W. Harries « Edwards, 0; B. Beynon b Childs, 12; D. Saunders o Childs, 21; F. Williams c Tucker, 0; W. S. Davies lbw, 7; J. Protheroe not out, 13; T. James b Child*. 5; J. Richards b Childs, 0; -S. Williams b McConnell. 0: Ll. Rees b Childs, 5; extras, 6; total. 76. Latigharne: E. Williams b Saunders, -0; J. Ebsworth e Davies. 0; B. Tucker b Williams, 1; R. McCon- nell c Protheroe. 8; W. C. Thomas c Protheroe. 6; H. Ebsworth b Williams, 0; A. Childs c Protheroe, 1; H. Griffiths b Williams. 1; D. Roberts c Wil- liams, 1; A. Edwards b Williams, 0; J. Williams not out, 0; extras, 0; total, 18. The Great Reaper has again visited us. On Thursday last there passed away at Colston, Air. Dd. Roblin, in his 25th year. He suffered a short but severe illness. He was a young man very highly respected in the neighbourhood, and in his early death is much lamented. We extend our sincerest sympathy to the bereaved family.

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