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Begone Gsrmartbensbl re I • by information in the peagenion of our readers, or &*# ooKunoat re.a^ectin» ifce Tarioua aaatten re- tcsrod to in those mokes, will be welcomed by the Editor for publication. InO.M THE "CARMARTHEN JOURNAL,' FRIDAY, JUNK 24, 1814. I ILLUMINATIONS AND REJOICINGS. I11 our anxiety to do justice to the various loyal aiiu patriotic exhibitions which took place in this town oil Ivioiiuay be lllllght, ill celebration ui the definitive treaty of peace, we omitted to state that a considerable number of the men belonging to the two corps of the Carmarthenshire Local Militia, the one commanded by Colonel Gwynne, the other by Colonel Hughes, were assembled, by the resi- dent Offioere, and fired a feu de joie,' and a volley on that auspicious occasion. In speaking of the fire-works, wo also- omitted to notice the brilliant effect produced by some water-roeketa prepared by Mr. Pridham, Druggist, and a Pro- fessional Gentleman of this place. The retired little town of Laugharne presented a striking contrast to its usual stillness, on Friday last, being the day chosen for celebrating the return of Peace. The morning was ushered in with the ringing of bells, and military music paraded the streets during the day, amid the joyous acclamations of the populace. The colours of Great Britain and France, united, floated on the fine old Castle, emblematic of the happy restora- tion of the legitimate Government of France, and of the ro-eetablishment of amity between the two nations. In the evening, a grand bonfire was lighted up and a general illumination of the town took place. The illumination of the Castle was greatly pre-eminent, and surpassed every thing of the kind we ever witnessed in the Principality. Over the gothic extreme through a part of the ruin ino the garden, appeared a rich Prince's plume in variegated lamps, in the centre of. the gate was a white transparency representing an altar, inscribed "To Peace," and over it another transparency with the words "Thanks be to God," the whole surrounded by innumerable lamps. The mansion adjoining, with the portico and gateway, were also brilliantly illuminated, with a profusion of festoons of laurels and flowers, and the whole formed a spectacle indescribably grand and beautiful, and reflected great credit on the ingenuity and elegant taste of Colonel and Mrs. Starke. Among the most tasteful and brilliant of the other illulllination; we noticed those of Miss Laugharne, M)- Van Hethuyscn, the Rev. Mr- Williams. Major Thomas, Mr. Shickle, and Mr. Ovens; the effect of which was not a little height- ened by the "darkness visible" of a few of the other inhabitants, who, most unaccountably, objected to an illumination, and reluctantly exhibi- ted only a few candles to save their windows. Amongst the numerous rejoicings upon the pre- sent glorious situation of the country, we have pleasure in noticing the exertions of the hamlet of Forest, near Llandovery, on Thursday last. At Henllys, near that place, the residence of Colonei Williams, that Gentleman, in the true ancient spirit of hospitality, entertained about one hundred of his neighbours, workmen, and labourers, with plenty cf beef, and plum-pudding, porter. &c. In the evening, the party adjourned to an opposite mountain, where an immense bonfire had been made by the neighbours; ale, porter, grog, ko., were again liberally distributed; Henllys-house was brilliantly illuminated, and the srurounding woodland scenery added much to its beauty and effect. In the neighbouring town of Llandovery we particularly noticed the house of D. L. Harris, E»q., which, though in an unfinished state, was illuminated with great taste. It was with regret the company parted at a late hour in the morning, highly gratified with the day's entertainment. Orders having been received to disembody the Royal Pembroke Militia, at Haverfordwest, on tins day, the Officers of that corps, at a full meet- ing of the Mess, unanimously resolved to present Colonel Philipps, their Commanding Officer, with a piece of plate, as a testimony of their sense of his conduct during the whole period of their serving under his command. All the Old Militia Regiments will be forthwith disembodied, the Lords-Lieutenants of counties having received circular warrants from the War- Office. to carry that measure into immediate execu- tion. The salubrity of the exuberantly beautiful Vale of Towy is strikingly demonstrated by the longevity of very many of its inhabitants. Numerous instances have come under our notice, within the last twenty years, of persons so situa- ted, arriving at 90, and some at even 100 years of age. Three female inhabitants of the parish of Abergwilly, whose united ages amounted to 257 years, their respective ages being 88, 89. and 90, died lately in the course of one week. We are requested to state, as a cautionary hint, that Mr. John Davies, of Ystrad Vach, in the parish of Llandeveilog, Carmarthenshire, was con- victed on Friday last, in the penalty of twelve guineas, before J. E. Saunders, Esq.. for cutting an Ash Tree, on the property of W. O. Brigstocke, Esq. At Llnndilo fair, on Tuesday last, there was a large show of horned cattle and horses; but the sale was very dull, owing to the expectation of a reduction in price. Newcastle IFair, on the following day was like- wise well supplied; but, from the same cause, the demand was equally flat.

A WARNING TO SHOPKEEPERS AND THE PUBLIC The attention of the public, and shopkeepers in particular, is called to frauds at present being prac- tised upon shopkeepers in various parts of the country by persons selling penny packets of pills, and stating them to be Doan's Backache Kidney Pills." Such statement constitutes a fraud and renders the person making it liable to proseoution for obtaining money under false pretences. Any person or persons making a claim of this kind should be immediately given in charge and the Foster-McClellan Co. notified at once by wire. The genuine Doan's Backache Kidney Pille" are sold in 2s. 9d. boxes only. The wrapper is blue-grey and bears the full name, Doan's Back- ache Kidney Pills." and the name and address of 0 the sole proprietors. Foster-McClellan Co., 8, Wells Street, Oxford Street, London, W. They are never sold loose or in penny packets. "Doan's Backache Kidney Pills" are a special medicine for the relief of Backache, Rheumatism, Dropsy, Sciatica. Lumbago, Gravel, Stone and Tmpure Blood, bladder troubles, and all uric acid diseases. They act on the kidneys only, and have no ill effects. The best test of a medicine is its lasting effect, and the merit of Doan' Backache Kidney Pills is vouched for in your own town and your own news- papers by your own neighbours, who week after week for many years, have publicly endorsed the permanency of cures by Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. Such statements are the most straightforward that anyone could wish, and explain the splendid reputation which the genuine Doan's Backache Kidney Pills enjoy in Carmarthen. Ask for Doan's and be sure you get Doan's.

BRECHFA CLAY PIGEON.-The clay pigeon shooting and quoit match which will be held on July 2nd pro- mises to be a great success. The secretary is Mr. Daniel, Buarthan, Nantgaredig.

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FOREIGN MISSIONARY EXHIBITION AT CARMARTHEN Last week a Foreign Missionary Exhibition under the auspices of ttie W olsh Calvimstic Methodists was held at the assembly Rooms. Mr. J. Lewis, J.P., Mayor of Carmarthen, presided, and ill ins address emphasised the importance of furthering mission work to save tile countries from embiacmg un- christian faiths. The exhibition was opened oil Wednesday by the Rev. Rees Evans, Llanwrtyd Wells, who was glad to see present a gentleman who had been honoured for the third time with the mayorship of the ancient borough of Carmarthen,—one of the oldest in the country. Carmarthen was in its prime when Llan- eily was but a small village—in fact he had seen Llanelly described in an old book as a. "littie village near The following missionaries were present and took charge of the foreign stallsMiss Elizabeth Wil- liams, Sylhet; Miss S. M. Davies, Karimganj; Rev. J. W. Roberts, B.Sc., Sylhet; Rev. T. W. Reese, Silchar; Rev. E. H. Williams, Shangpoong. Tho Rev. R. J. *i illiams, general secretary of the Missionary Society, was also present. The following were the officials connected with the exhibitioll and upon their shoulders devolved the organisation of the undertaking which proved far more successful than they hoped to expect. The only drawback however was uie inadequate accommodation for the large crowds present. President, Rev. W. L. Rowlands; treasurer, Mr. E. Walter Rees, L. and P. Bank; general secretary, Mr. John J. Jeremy, 18. Tabernacle-terrace The following were the heads of the Depart- men,tal Committees:— General and Executive Committee-Rev. W. D. Rowlands (president), Mr. John J. Jeremy (secre- tary), Mr. E. Walter Rces (treasurer). Musical and Entertainment—Rev. Arthur Hughes, B.A. (chairman), Mr. Herbert Williams (secretary). Finance—The Mayor, Alderman John Lewis, J.P. Fancy .Stall—Mrs. Maurice Jones (secretary). Exhibits—Mr. T. Bengough (chairman), Mr. Arnold Lewiro (seretary). Literaturo-Mr. H. E. Ellis, M.A. (chairman), Mr. Tom Jenkins (secretary). Advertising and Organising—Mr. 1'. J. Wheldon, J.P. (chairman), Mr. E. Walter Rees (secretary). Ladies—Mrs. John Lewis (chairman), Miss Annie Thomas and Mrs. Mansel Lewis (secretaries). Fancy Stall-Mrs. Maurnce Jones (secretary). Farmers' Stall-Miss Lilian Harries (secretary). Visiting Committee—Rev. J. 0. Jones (chair- man), Mr. Geo Lamb (secretary). Tickets Committee—Mr. J. T. M. Harries (chair- man), Mr. Rees Price (secretary). Railways Committee—Mr. 04Ter Jones (chair- man). Mr. Thos. Morgan (secretary).

LLANFIHANGEL-AR-ARTH NOTES On Wednesday, 10th inst., a tea, etc., was held in the School at the above place, in connection with the Children's Choir, which was celebrating its recent successes at local eistoddfodau. Several of the residents kindly .-ubscri'eed to make the event of larger proportions, and it eventually became a public tea, to which everyone was wel- come. The tea proved successful, and after enjoy- ing the good things served by a number of local ladies, a move was made to a field kindly lent by Mr. W. H. Jenkins, Eagle Inn, where rustic sports were held, which included flnt race. for boys and girls of different ages, three-legged races for boys and girls, potatoe race. hifh jump, egg and spoon race, threading the needle, sack race, wheelbarrow race, high pole jump, adults finishing up with tug-of-war, boys v. girls, in which the boys just managed to beat the girls. The weather, which had been threatening, kept fine, while these events were being contested, and a very enjoyable time was spent. Oranges and sweets were distributed among the children. At the conclusion of the sports, an impromptu concert was held, in which songs, duetts, and choruses were rendered, and prizes were given for the best wit. and also for repeating difficult words correctly. Master Benjamin Evans, Cwrtygollen, who had kinuiy brought his gramophone treated the com- pany to some very fine selections. A very enjoy. able afternoon and evening was terminated by the sinking of "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." We are pleased to hear that Mr. Roes, who was unfortunately kicked in the ribs by a pony while at his work at Messrs. Evans, merchants. Llanfi- hangel-ar-arth, and who has been confined as a re- sult of the accident, is making good progress to- wards recovery, and hope to see his stalwart figure going his usual rounds again shortly.

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A DREAM OF THE CHILDREN OF THE FUTURE What will be the ideals of the children of the future? That is a question that could well provide food for thought for many a mind in this teeming world of ours, that is now in a transitional state and appears to oome to be full of restlessness and ideas to upset the peace and order that it has enjoyed so long. For upon the children and the achievement of their minds depends much of the progress of the world we love so well. Our thoughts travel through space and visit the many different countries where the world's children dwell, by rushing torrents and still lakes, in busy cities and on vast open prairies these the blossoms of earth find their home. Whatever their position in life and no matter whatever the conditions or climato of the part in which they live, each little separate existence has a part in the Great Plan that the Master Hand iti shaping, for the forwarding of the march of Life across the tsands of Time. Each separate soul though it may not in this stage of existence meet its ,c spirit comrade who came into the world in the uinu year of being, yet holds kinship towards all other small lives that are at the same time living out their allotted &pan, no matter what nation may claim him for its child or whatever tongue he may speak. And should not each little heart and mind be trained to see all the goodness and beauty that can be discovered in the many walks of life, and to turn from the sordid side as much as lies in their power, to love their fellow-men as themselves, and always to place the well-being of others first Some, of course, live in surroundings little con- ducive to beautiful thoughts and high aspirations, so it is the duty of those, whose call it is to decide the education of the youth of their country, to strive to bring them if possible the best conditions for both I their spiritual and physical well-being. The youth of at least one nation are taught to put their country and what will tend to forward her prospects before their own self-interest, and boys and girls of other lands might well learn a lesson of 5 self-sacrificing patriotism from their little Japanese j brothers and sisters. As I write I seem to hear a ? clarion voice of clear, sweet tones declaring some of « the great truths that have been held by men since ? the foundation of the world. j 0 Earth children," it cries, "Be it known unto you that you 'have a goodly heritage,' and that thy 'lot is fallen in a fair ground, whether you live in the high places of this world or among those of low estate, you are the heritors of the noble thoughts left you by the great men of the Past, the World < has been made a better, happier place for you, 1 because such as they have lived and died. Ye axe the rulers of the World, and heirs of all the Ages, for such as you the Future waits, the glorious golden years that are to be, when through you and the work of such as you. Peace and Love may some day rule where Sin and Cruelty before held sway. Good tidings and pleasure bringing songs are wafted on every wind that blows across this old world which has seen the birth of so many centuries." As the voice continued it seemed as if &e children who fill this earth were listening and their young minds were storing up each olden word. We have been told by men of sei r • anrl surely it is an idea that will appeal to many. l it brain waves set going by loving minds full inful thoughts this wide world over, are floating in space waiting some kin- dred mind to their original owner, to which they are attracted as is still by a magnet, so whenever we have an idle moment and there must be many such even in the busiest lives, let us send out love wishes to the little people who are the saviours of mankind. Rut again the impelling voice told out its potent message. Listen, ye children, for I, the Earth Spirit, speaks to each little human soul, for these are the talismans, these are some of the world truths that have taught, and will teach the Ages. "Love rules the world"; "Love rules the court, the camp, the grave, and men below and saints above, for Love is Heaven, and Heaven is Love." "Children are God's apostles sent forth to preach of Faith, and Hope, and Love." "All of Heaven that Earth doth know is set tb the song of Love." "Love smoothes rough ways to weary feet, Love alone is strength." "Love is the greatest evolutionary force the world has ever known." It is the master key that will unfock all hearts, and it will some day, by its cease- less gentle flow. and constant seige of the Walls of Time, break down the barriers of Wrong, and cause the hardest of hearts to finally capitulate, and thus bring back all beauty and goodness to the world in God*, good time.' The voice ceased and there was an intense throb- bing silenoe, and then I seemed tio behold a great concourse of the world's children who marched with stout hearts and joyful upturned faces to- wards the fgture, and from their lips came songs of stadness. and they knew 'the will of the ages' would bear them onwards until The war drum throbs no longer And the battle flag be furled, In the parliament of man The federation of the world." TheIL4 voices joined in one poem of praise to the Father of All, and tlliey spoke to each other of the glorious time when the footsteps of the coming race should resound down the pathway of the ages, and the wise ones of Earth, with the poor, the rich, ignorant or learned, those weary with life's bdttl.' or jubilant souls who rejoiced in their daily toil, should be led towards the Kingdom of Day, and the Leader of this vast company should be a little child.' As they vanished, slowly treading their way into the shadowy distance, I heard once more the low clear thrilling voice repeating the words of one of our modem poets- He says to one aiid all, That they who would rise to ou,twit the wise, At the children's feet must fall, For their's is the light; of the dreamland true, And the wisdom undefiled, And the world at its best Must come to its rest, At the hand of a little child." D. G. STEPHENS.

MOTOR CYCLING NOTES (By Sparklet.") Ihe Carmarthen Motor-Cycling Club are not allowing the grass to grow under their tyres. On July 9th they will hold a hill-climbing trial on Crwbin hill. It will start at 2.30 p.m.. and will be open to cycle-cars, motor-cycles of and 2i h.p., and side-car outfits. Mr.# Wi'liams, jeweller, will act as official time- keeper. and all the latest arrangements for time- _t., recording, inchiding road-telephones, etc., will be used". Crack riders from various parts of Wales will compete, including one or two from Garnant, Dre- fach, etc. A good hill-climbing contest is worth seeing, and on such a hill as Crwbin it should be especially interesting. As I have on several occasions recorded the mis- fortunes of other cyclists I must equally deal with one which befell me the other day, and in which I was the chief sufferer. The encounter was suddun and short, but effective-an overturned side-car and bicycle on one side and a pair of badly-bent forks on the other side. I have always gone round that corner of St. Peter s Church with a feeling of superiority that accidents even there were only for the careless, but I am converted to the belief that it is a wicked spot -almost to wishing that an angle of it were shaved off. ow

CARDIGAN SUCCESS.—Miss Lyn Llewelyn Williams, daughter of Mr. and Mrs .T. LI. Williams, The Briars. Car- digan, possesses the proud distinction of having at the early a e of fourteen, qualified for the special certificate P.A.M.. She has also obtained two distinction certificates and 93 marks out of 99 in theory, Is constituting a record for Wales. Her progres- ray be traced in the following successes: — Novemb 1912. passed lower division, R.A.M.; March. l :y higher di\ ision. R.A.M.; November, I 1913. theory De-ember. 1913. intermediate R.A.M.; April, 1914, advanced A.A.M.

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LAUGHARNE NOTES Hearty congratulations to Mr. W. S. Thomas, D.C., Llandawke, and his bride, who have taken up their residence at the historic mansion Our respected friend, Mr. Oliver Evans, has opened business as a coal merchant. Good luck to you, Sir. A ln.e: meeting of the Town Improvement Committee was held in the Town Hall on Tuesday. 16th hist. Mr. ijalton first presided, but on the arrival of the Chairman (the Bev. J. R. Phillips), he graciously withdrew. The recommendation of Sub-committee respecting the caretaker an 1 secre- tary was unanimously accepted. V. e may remind our readers that this had reference to L'r. W. Owen, who has now taken up residence in the new premises of the Reading and Billiard Room, viz., the "Ship and Castle," whither all the parapher- nalia of the Club has been removed, and which will be in full working order ere these lines appear in print. Mr. A. W. Thomas kindly granted the further use of his forms, for which the Committee are very grateful. The blinds of the new premises have been purchased, so that the house will retain its familiar appearance. Mr. Dalton reported that Mr. Eccles had kindly consented to become guaran- tor for the rental during the agreed period, i.e., 18 months definitely. He proposed to write to the landlord to this effect and obtain his assent in writing to the a,greed terms. A hearty vote of thanlis was accorded Mr. Eccles, which Mr. Dalton was requested to convey. The Committee silently and unanimously passed a vote of condolence and deep sympathy with Mrs. Jeremy and family on the death of her lamented husband, which had de- prived them of so efficient, able and courteous secretary, who always had the welfare of the town at heart. Various suggestions were submitted by members, but it was ultimately agreed that the Hon. Treasurer, Secretary, and Mr. R. H. Tyler report upon the funds available at the next meet- ing. Several members of the Reading Room and Bil- liard Committee have suggested that they should cease to be a Sub-committee of the Improvement Committee, for which they have good reason. The billiard table has paid for much, in reality all, of the Reading Room expenses, since the table has been in use, and the Improvement Committee have not been called upon to make any effort respecting the funds of the Heading Room, which was an in- vention of their own. However, none of the Sub- committee, we are sure, begrudge the benefit which this latter 1w,t.mys. and when all is said, it is an excellent undertaking which deserves every support from rich and poor alike, for by supplying an edifying and pleasant occupation it certainly improves the town-the inhabitants make the place after all. The Rev. J. R. Phillips. A.T.S.. the pastor of Plashet and Bwlchnewydd Baptist Chapels,'is to be congratulated as the author of a Welsh drama— Euddu,goliaeth Pen Carmel." which was excellent- ly performed by a local party at the latter place of worship on Thursday in last week. before an appreciative and crowded audience. Mr. Phillips himself undertook the chief part—that of Elijah, with signal success. The other charactres were:— Ahab. Mr. D. Evans; Jezebel, Mrs. Phillips; Oba- diah. Mr. W. Evans; Angel, Miss E. Edwards; Israelites, Misses Bedford. M. Evans. S. A, John, E. Evans, Messrs. J. Evans, J. Bedford, and T. Rees; Travellers. Messrs. M. and Angus Evans; Prophets of Baal, Messrs. J. Lewis, E. James Ed- wards, P. H. Evans, R. Evans and J. Thomas. The drama has also been successfully performed at several places around Pontygwaith, where Mr. Phil- lips held a former pastorate. A very interesting service, which was well atten- ded. was held in St. Martin's Church on Sunday afternoon last, the occasion being the annual chil- dren's flower service. This event is eagerly antici- pated by the children, and adults alike. Meeting at the school at 2 pirn., the children, carrying their bunches of flowers from garden and field, marched in procession to the Church. Here, whilst singing such hymns as "All tbings bright and beautiful" and "Here, Lord, we offer Thee," they marched up and laid their bunches on the altar steps. Then followed a short service with an appropriate address by the Vicar. A collection was also made to defray the cost of the carriage in forwarding the flowers to various hospitals. Eight large boxes of beauti- ful flowers were despatched by the Sunday mail train to the Carmarthen Infirmary. Swansea Hospi- tal. Cardiff Infirmary. and the following London Hospitals:—St. Mary's. St. Mark's, Great Ormond- stt-eet, Royal Free and tho London General. To watch the children place their offerings of love upon the altar steps is an affecting sight not easily torgotfen. Laugharne somewhat retrieved their reputation on Saturday when they were at home to Narberth Cricket Club. The home team went first to the wicket, and made a rota! score of 76, towards which our old friend, Mr. "Billow" Thomas, con- tributed 37, and our budding genuis, Ernie Wil- liams, 23. These two who partnered each other made excellent cricket, and were the mainstay of the score. It' was very unfortunate that the weather necessitated abandonment of the game just as the "Doctor" had become set. Mrs. Hurt generously supplied tea to all and sundry on the field. The following are the scores: LAUGHABKB J. Ebsworth, c Thomas, b Lloyd 2 B. Tucker, b Lloyd 0 P. N. Peel, b J. Thomas 1 R. McConnell, Ibw 0 W. C. Thomas, c Griffiths, b Matthias 37 Ern. Williams, c Thomas, b Williams 23 M. Williams, c and b Mathias 0 A Childs, c Griffiths, b Mathias 0 D. Roberts, not out 8 H. Ebsworth, b Mathias „ 0 H. Griffiths, b Richards 0 Extras 5 Total 76 N ARBERTH. J. Griffiths, c Tucker, b McConnell 0 Dr. Thomas, not out 13 W. J. Richards, b Childs 7 W. Williams. not out 3 Extras g Total (2 wickets) 31 op

TROEDYRAUR PiEE.—On Monday, a rick of hay at the Mill Brongest was put on fire through school children playing with matches in the yard. Luckily there was a good supply of water, and a large number of willing helpers at hand. After a hard task the fire was put under, and a quantity spared.

PROPERTY SALES I (BY MESSRS. LLOYD & THOMAS). t At the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel, Carmarthen, on June 20, Messrs. Lloyd and Thomas offered in loti, the freehold Pentremawr Estate, situated in the parish of Llanpumpsaint, Carmarthenshire. solicitors were Messrs. Morgan and Richardson, J Cardigan. The farm and lands called Pentremawr, together' with the cottage called Bragty, containing about' 155a. 3r. 19p., let together with three other lots at, £ 180 per annum for the whole, and including also three fields (formerly part of Pentremawr), were put up jointly with two other lots, viz., several fields now held with the farm of Pentremawr, situate on and with a long frontage to the west side of the road leading from Carmarthen to Lampeter, the whole containing about 45a. Or. 31p., apportioned tithe £1 7s., apportioned yearly rent JE22, Pentre- mawr stone quarry, let at L3 per annum, together with a field or close of land adjoining, now held with. Pentremawr, the whole containing about 4a. Or. 26p. apportioned yearly rent for field £5, apportioned I tithe 2s. The three lots were withdrawn at £ 3,900. but were subsequently cold by private treaty for £ 4.000 to the tenant, Mr. James Thomas. The meadow, formerly part of Pentremawr (now held by Mrs. Davies, of Brynglas), containing la. Or. 31p., apportioned tithe 2s., apportioned yearly rent JE2 10s., was sold for £85 to Mr. Daniel Evans, Pensteps, Rhydargaeau. Two fields, formerly part of Pentremawr (now held by Mr. Davies, of Bryn- glas), containing lOa. 3r. 9p., tithe lis. 3d., appor- tioned yearly rent L19, were knocked down to the tenant for £ 500. The farm and lands called Blaen- gors, containing loa. 2r. 8p., net yearly rent (for tke whole) JE14, tenant paying tithe and all outgoings, were withdrawn at £325. This lot, together with the farm and lands called Llwynyreos, containing 40a. Or. 13p., net yearly rent JB51. tenant paying tithe and all other outgoings, were sold by private treaty at the close of the sale to the Rev. J. Herbert, Llanllawddog Vicarage, for £ 950. The farm and lands called iFfosybroga, containing 38a, 3r. lp., net yearly rent £ 12, tithe 14s. 6d., were disposed of for £ 350 to the tenant. Mr. John Evans. The farm and lands called Penrheol, containing 16a. 2r. 36p., net yearly rent JB12. tenant paying tithe and all other outgoings, were sold to the tenant. Mr. D. Jones, for £32.0. The smithy, cottage and garden adjoining, known as Rhydargaeau Smithy and Park- y-bwl, apportioned yearly rent for the lot JB2 10s., apportioned tithe 6d.. were withdrawn, but Parky- bwl Cottage was subsequently sold privately for iilt to Mrs. M. Owen. Bryn-terrace, Gorseinon. The dwelling called Pensteps, in the occupation of Mr. I Daniel Evans., as lessee for 99 years from September 29. 1911. ground rent JB1 per annum, also the fields and quarry adjoining, and known as Quarrybach. containing 7a. lr. 25p.. in the occupation of the snme tenant, for 21 years, from September 29, 1911, at a rent of £ 9 per annum, which were withdrawn at the sale, were jointly sold privately for £ 225 to the tenant. The farm and lands called Trcbwl. 48a. 3r. 6p.. net annual rent L39, tenant paying tithe and other outgoings, were sold for JE950 to the tenant. Mr. Daniel Jones. The following lots were withdrawn :-The dwelling called the Cooper's Arms. otherwise known as Foun- tain Cottage, in the villgae of Ryhdargaeau, let for 60 years from September 29. 1892. at, a ground rent of 10s. The house is sub-let to Mr. Thomas Davies; the dwelling called Brynglas. let for 99 years from September 29. 1892. at a ground rent of £ 1 IDs. per annum; the small holding called Rhydyglomen. otherwise Penlan Xewydd. rent P,4 per annum, end containing 8a. 2r. 18p.. tithe rent charge 6s. (BY MR. T. L. HARRIES). At the Boar's Head Hotel, Carmarthen, on June 20, Mr. T. L. Harries. Llandilo, offered the freehold farm known as Pante, situate within a quarter of a mile of Bronwydd Arms Railway Station, and 1 miles of the town of Carmarthen, abutting the main road leading from Carmarthen to Conwil, containing an area of 97a. 3r. 3p. of pasture and arable land, which was withdrawn at £ 3,700. The solicitors Mere Messrs. Morris and Morris. Qnny-itreet. Car- marthen.

LLANDOVERY GLEANINGS Mr. Richard Thomas, Mafeking Villa, is the only member of the Llandovery Board of Guardians who, so far as the records show. has visited the Joint Counties Asylum at Carmarthen for the last 30 years. The death has occurred at Singapore of Staff- Sergt. David Cecil Evans, Royal Army Medical Corps. Deceased was a native of the district, his father, Mr. Dl. Evans, resides at Mothvey. For many years the latter carried on very successfully the business of a blacksmith at Devynock, Brecon- thire, a trade which was followed by his late father at Mothvey. Later he was appointed engineer under the Llandovery Town Council, but relinquished the position consequent upon his deciding to go to America in connection with some business under- takings. The hay harvest is at its height throughout the vale. The crops this season are not by any means heavy. —

NANTGAREDIG TREAT. —Both teachers and scholars of this Coun- cil School are very grateful to Mr. Dan Davies, D.C., Brynamlwg. one of the school managers for giving them a trip to Carmarthen last Thursday afternoon, the 18th inst.. to see the Foreign Mission- ary Exhibition at the Assembly Rooms. The chil- (hI1'' mothers were also invited and joined the party. The journey was made in the Abergwili motor-car. A free pass was given by Mr. Davies to *11 the children, and their mothers to the exhibition. After having a good look round at the various stall*, a sumptuous' tea was provided again for all the a sumptuous' tea was provided again for all the pnrty. The young folk did ample justice to all the nice things set. before them. The party returned to Xantgaredig at 7 p.m. after spending a very plea- sant afternoon in the historical old town.

MAESYCRUGIAU PERSONAL.—His many friends will be pleased to hear that Trooper D. Jones. Gwarcwm, has returned from Aberystwyth Infirmarv. A few weeks at home will, it is hoped put Dhe Territorial in fine fettle

LLANFYRNACH SANITATION.—At the monthly meeting of the above Rural District Council. Mr. SI. Jones, sanitary in- spector. in his report condemned the pump water at Boncath. The Clerk was instructed to write to the chairman of the Pairsh Council requesting that body to put the water supply satisfactory. The medical oflieer in his report suggested various improve- ments necessary to houses within the district. The premises of the Tegryn Council School were very satisfactory and a model to many.

NEW QUAY JUVENILE CHORAL FESTIVAL.—A new departure has been made this year in connection with Church work in the western portion of the Rural deanery of Glyn- aeron. It has been felt for some time among the Church people of the district that in the matter of "Cliurch music the children were rather neglected. It was therefore decided to organize a children's choral festival. This was held at New Quay Parish Church on (Friday, the 5th inst. Services were held at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. The book used was the por- tion for children in the Choral Festival Book of the Archdeaconry of Cardigan for 1914, together with four additional hymn tunes, more particularly suit- able for children. The object of the festival ic to train the children in the rendering of the church services. Addresses were given to the children at the two services by the Rev. E. J. Davies, rector of Bangor-Teifi. Between the services all the choristers partook of tea together at the Parish Hall. which was arranged tor by Mrs. Lloyd, The Rectory, and Mrs. W. J. Rees, Perthygwenyn. Thus the meet- ings partook of the nature of a social gathering as well as a choral festival. The intoner was the Rev. Daniel Evans, curate of New Quay, the musical conductor Mr. D. P. Rees, Llanarth, and the organist Miss Patrick. New Quay. The churches represented were Llanarth. Talgarreg. St. Mark s. Llandyssilio. Cross Inn. and New Quay. The organiser of this laudable movement was the Rev. E. Lloyd, rector of New Quay, who was ably assisted by his active colleague, the Rev. Daniel Evans. CYMAXFA.—The annual cymanfa pwnc was held at Towyn when there were large attend- ances. The officiating ministers were the Reve. Keri Evans. M.A., and Dyfnallt Owen, Carmarthen. SRXDAY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION.—The quarterly meet- ings of the Sunday School Association of Llanarth. Llanllwc-haiarn, Llandyssilio and Taigaxreg. wtre- held at the Parish Hall, New Quay, on Thursday, June 11th. The conference was held at 5 o'clock in the afternoon. As the officials of the year had finished their term of office, the Rev. J. Lloyd. Talgarreg. was voted to the chair till .he chairman for the ensuing year was elected. Then the Rev. R. Lloyd, Now Quay, was elected chairmun arid pre- sided over the meeting. Mr. John Evans. Talgarreg, was elected vice-chairman and treasurer, and the Rev. D. Evans, New Quay. the hon. secretary. A vote of thanks was passed to the old officials. It w-ae decided that the next meeting should be hctd at Cross Inn on Thursday. September 17th, 1914, and that the following should road papers on "Church' Music." Mr. D. P. Rees, Llanarth: Mr. Thos. Jones. New Quay; Rev. S. Evans. New Quay, and Rev. J. Morgans, Llandyssilio. It was also de- cided to discuss at the next meetings (a) The question of an eisteddfod, (b) That arrangements should be made as regards the children's choral festival next year. (c) And the question of visitors to the child- ren's festival next year. (dl And the question of visitors to visit and catechise the different Sunday Schools belonging to the Association. Also it was decided that a committee should meet at Cross Inn Church on Tuesday evening. June loth. 1914. to decide and arrange as regards a joint trip or a joint tea for the association at some centre. The different parishes were represented at the conference as fol- lows Llanllwc-haiarn. Rev. E. Lloyd, Rev. D. Evans, Rev. J. W. Reese, Capt Dav Ies, Mr. Thos. Jones, Mrs. Sam Jones. Mrs. W. Jones. Misses M. J Jones, and H. J. Thomas. Mr. T. Evans and Mrs. T. Evans. Llanarth Rev. J. D. Lewis. Mrs. Lewis, Miss Lewis. Mr. Evan Davies, Mr. Tom Jones. Mrs. Jones. Llandyssilio: Rev. J. Morgans. Mr. B. Davies, Mr. Price and Mr. D. Evans. Talgarreg: Rev. T. Lloyd. Rev. W. Davies. Mrs. Davies. Mr. J. Evans. Mr. T. Phillips. Misses Evans, M. Lewis and Alice Evans. After the conference had finished with its work. all present partook of the tea provided by the Rev. E. Lloyd, rector. At 6.30 a public meeting was held, the Rev. E. Lloyd pre- siding. The subject of the meeting was the "Dutv of the Church towards the Young." After a few remarks from the chair, the Chairman called upon the Rev. Mr. Streeton. rector of Paston, in the Diocese of Bath and W elk, to address the meeting. Afterwards excellent papers were read by Capt. Davies. Fronwig. and Miss Evans. Bannau Duon, Talgarreg. Others who spoke were ReT. J. D. Lewis. T. Lloyd, and D. Evans. Messrs. T. Phillips, Evans. Davies and Tom Jones. The meeting was brought to a close by the singing of a hymn and the blessing. Both meetings were well attended and flowed that the Church was full of life and work.

MOTHVEY DEATH.—We regret to announce the death of Staff-Sergt. David Cecil Evans, Royal Army Medi- cal Corps, eldest son of Mr. Daniel M. Evans Mothvey. and formerly of Devynock. Deceased succumbed to syncope at Singapore, on Thursdav, the 4th of June. and his father received a letter from Aldershot, on Tuesday, June 9th, as the re- sult of a cablegram received by the secretary cf State reporting the death at Singapore. Deceased who was in his 34th year, was educated at the Derv- nock Endowed Schools and the Middle Class School Brecon. He was apprenticed for 3 years to a chemist at Swansea, and spent one year at Maid- stone. Kent, whence he joined the R.A.M.C., in 1900. He went out to the South African W\r For two years he was stationed at St. Helena, three years at Ceylon, and six years in Ireland. He only wen. aut to Singapore in October. Much sympathy is felt with the family in their bereavemenf They have been the recipients of numerous letters of condolence.

LLANNON hiSTKDDFOD.-Liywvdd. Mr. W. Griffiths. F.S.I., Llanelh. Arweinydd Mr. J. Iiaj.riea <irlwTn!, Bettws. Cyfcilydd. Ir. W. Evan.. School House, IJannon. Beirmaid—y gerddoriueth—Mr W. Dunn G. & L.. T.S.C.. Caerfvrddm. Llenvdd- iaeth, Mr. J. Harries (Irlwvn). Gwaith Celf. Mrs. Morgan. Vicarage, a lr". Williams. Brynawel. Gwobrwywyd fel y canlyn Adroddiad ] blant dan 1.5 oed. "D'wed dy farn," Dorothy Evans. Tycroes; unawd i blant dan 12 red :1. L. A. Hackford. Trim- saran: 2. D. J William". Llanelli: adroddia di blant dan 8 oed: 1. Bessie Muriel Jenkins. Drefach; 2. J. Thomas. Tumble; unawd i blsnt dan 16 oed: 1. L. A. Dymock. Llanelli; 2. L. D. Daniel. Felin- foel; adroddiad i blant dan 12 oed; 1. Dorothy Evans. Tycroos: 2. B. A. Jenkins. Drefach; cor plant. Llannon. arweinydd. Lewi- Watts. Hormon. Llannon cushion cover. Miss A. W illiams. Tv- croes: I)ai, of d'oyelys. hand made. Miss R. Rees, Tycroes traethawd. Gwil-m Williams. Llanelli; UD- awd soprano. L. D. Daniel. Felinfoel; unawd con- tralto. Gwladvs Roberts. Cross Hands: unawd tenor, J. Powell. Pontyberem: cyfansoddi darn adrodd i blant. rhanwyd rhwng R. D. Ree-. Rhydfab. Hen- drc, a Macwy; prif adroddiad. Sam Davies. Llwvn- teg. LIannon: parti meibion, Carwyr Cerdd. dan flT- weiniad J. Powell, Pontylierem; denawd. Tom Bey- ■ on a D. Hughes, Llannon: unawd bass. James Jones. Llannon. Cadeirydd y Pwyllcor. Mr. J. Jones. Ty'rllandre: trysoryrld. Mr. D. Jenkins." Bryncelyn: ysgrifenydd. Mr. W. Evans. School House, Llannon.