The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

The Talk is That Ferryside ably maintains its reputa- tion for charging visitors. That a Carmarthen party of six were charged 5s. for three kettlcfnls of hot water the other day! That this charge is quite aa high as would be for water in a hot regioii! That the pleasant iranie of football in the Carmarthen Park last Sunday came to a sudden stop. That the said footballers enjoyed the kick off better than the kick out.

Local Obituary MRS, JANE THOMAS. The death occurred at the Morgans Arms, I Water-street, on Monday of Mrs. Jane Thomas, wife of Mr. David Thomas. Sixty-seven years j of age, deceased had been ailing only a short time. She was of a very genial disposition, and was held in high esteem by a large number of friends. At Lammas-street Congregational Chapel she was a staunch and an ardent mem- ber. She leaves a husband, four daughters, and one son, with whom deep sympathy is felt. The funeral (public) took place yesterday (Thurs- day) at the Cemetery. I

BURRY PORT. The funeral of Mr. Henry Michael, Dyvatty, whose death occurred somewhat suddenly on Wednesday night in last week, took place on Saturday afternoon, when the remains were interred at the Box Cemetery, Llanelly. At the house a most impressive service was held by the Rev. Evan Jones, B.A. (Jerusalem). The chief mourners were the widow and family. The deceased had been of indifferent health for some considerable time. but was able to to about. He chatted freely with his friends on Tuesday evening prior to retiring to bed. He became very ill in the early hours of Wednes- day and passed away in a short time. Much sympathy is felt for the widow and family 111 their bereavement. It has been decided to hold a baby show it. Burry Port. This is brought about by the Burry Port and Pembrey District Nursing Asso- ciation, of which Mrs. G. Garnons Williams is the president, and Mrs. Capt. Hughes lion, secretary. The show is fixed for July 31st in compliance to the Government's desire to observe the month of July as a national baby month throughout the country for infants up to 18 months old. Substantial prizes are offered. For the best part of the week public-houses at Burry Port are closed for the want of supply of beer from the brewery. Yet fre- quently it is observed that men on the street are "slightly elevated"! The Welsh Baptists of Burry Port are proud of the fact that the respected pastor of Taber- nacle Chapel (the Rev. R. Ellis Williams) has been unanimously/elected vice-president of the West Wales Baptist Association. A well-meri- ted appointment, the Rev. R. Ellis Williams is a most powerful preacher, and his selection is highly appreciated in Burry Port and the district. The Local Government Board has, at last, sanctioned the loan of fl,161 towards the cost of erecting a public abbattoir. The need of a public slaughter-house is a long-felt want. The present system of slaughtering has been one of the foremost questions in the medical officer's report for many years, and it '•is*'up to the Council to proceed with this matter without delay. Welsh congregations are noted for their sun- port financially to any good cause. The collec- tion plates at huge gatherings are over-bur- dened with coppers. No wonder the salaries of ministers and clergy are so scandalously low. It was observed the other Sunday three men who light for the Trades Unkqn principle gracefully dropped a penny each in the collec- tion bag! The Trimsaran road question was again dis- cussed at Thursday's meeting of the Burry Port Council. The Chairman (Mr. W. T. Ed- munds) intimated to the deputation present that the Itoads Board would not sanction a grant to make up this road. The surveyors had also submitted a report which was not at all satisfactory. He felt sure that all were of the same opinion that nothing could he done at the present moment. The rough estimate for the proposal would amount to £ 7,000. It was de- cided, after a long discussion, to leave the matter drop. Another important matter that arose at the Council meeting was the train service from Burry Port to Carmarthen and Swansea. The chairman reported that he had seen Mr. For- tune, the stationmaster, who had been in communication with the headquarters accord- ing to the wishes of the Council on this matter, but was informed that no improvement could be effected until July. A distressing accident befel a little girl named Maggie Price, the adopted daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Howells, New-street, Burry Port, at the Pembrey pleasure fair on Wednesday night in last week. It is alleged that the little girl was pushed off the roundabouts by two men who were larking with each other. When picked up she was unconscious and carried into a hduse close by. Dr. Owen Williams dis- covered that the unfortunate child had sus- tained severe damage to the spinal cord, to- gether with other injuries. She was conveyed home in a serious condition. The little girl is the daughter of the late Private Richard Price, who was killed in the early stages of the war, and in a few weeks after the sad news was received his wife died, leaving five little chil- dren who have been adopted by relatives and friends. Up to the tim of writing the condi- on of the unfortunate girl is slowly improving.

Carmarthen Borough Police Court Monday, June 22iid.-Before the Mayor (Alderman Wm. Evans), and Messrs. John Lewis, Henry Howell, James Davies, Daniel Lews, T. Bland Davies, John Griffiths, and D. II. Williams. Mr. W. J. Wallia-Jones, solicitor, applied for the adjournment until Thursday (yester- day) in certain prosecutions by the Ministry of Food against the following tradespeople: .)ei-eniyl Jackson,, r,-Iane; Daniel Morris, grocer, Priory-street; Geo. James, Crown Stores, and David Lewis, Gwalia Stores, Priory-street. In the case against Mrs. E. Arthur, Don Stores, Mr. Wallis- Joncss said he had agreed with Mr. Howell Davies to adjourn it until 14th July. Mr. D. H. Williams—Why should that be a special court? The Magistrates' Clerk (Mr. H. Brunei White)—Because the Food Inspector cannot titt-end that day. Mr. D. H. Williams—Well, he ought to be able to attend. Mr. T. Howell Davies said he was appear- ing- for Mrs. Arthur, and was quite pre- pared to go oil with the case that day, but evidently Food Inspectors were so important j that even the Bench had to wait for them. The application for adjournment was granted. I i Geraint Jones (16), Grange House, Grange- town, Cardigan, pleaded guilty to driving a motor-ear without a licence, end William Davies, The Garage, Cardigan (defendant's employer), was summoned for having allowed Jones to drive the car.—P.C. John Walters deposed to seeing Jones drive a motor-car E.J. 214 in Guildhall-square.— Defendant Jones said he now had a driving licence. He had been drivingi for over two years.—Head Constable W. Howel Evans said that defendants driving licence was of no effect because he was under 17 years.— Both defendants were fined £ 1. Robert Trevor Hicks, staying at the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel, pleaded guilty to having driven a motor-car through Guildhall-square at 12.45 a.m. on June 17th without rear or front litrhts.—P.C. John Walters, who proved t1¡e case, said defendant tr; liim the accumulator would ioi w<jik.—Dcfetidaht. said he had just bought an accumulator which was supposed to last six years, but it only lasted half-an-hour.—Head Constable Howel Evans said that in fairness to defen- dant he nrght s'iv that Hnks took two hours I to CQUW from St Clears to CiUTntU'tbeii. A line- of 70s. jinnosed. Wm. Geo. Mack«tt4r't, 8.- The Mount; Thomas Rees, 6, Tanertly, khd John Powell, Thomas Rees, 6, Tanertly, khd John Powell, 68, St, Catherine-street, weft tfttitfiiotied for having fished at night with jrlieg.'d nef. — Mr. W. W. T. Prosscr. solicitor, pi'O^cefited on behalf of the Towy Fishery Board of -I)efcnd a i its pleaded guilty.— P.C. Wm. Davies said that at 1.15 a.m. on the litli inst., in company with P.C. J. Williams, he kept observation at Tanerdy. They saw the three defendants coming from the direction of Cross Roads. Witness stopped them and asked them what, they had in their pockets, which appeared very bulky. The three answered, "We have not got anythillg." Witness felt their pockets, ■which were quite wet. They were then taken to the police-station, and on being searched two fishing nets were found on Maekenry. On Thomas Rees was found one net. one and nine trout. Nothing was found on Powell. The three -were then charged1 with night poaching and being in of illegal nets. Howells*said. I hone you will be as lenient as you can with us. We had them in the Gwili." Rees paid, 'I hope you won't say the worst." Mac: kenry said. "I have been out of work. I nm only trying to get something to eat."—A description of a trammel net was given by Water Bailiff Wm. Evans, who said it swept up everything that came in its way. The net was then exhibited to ihe Bench, and Mr. Jam's Da vies enquired where the nets were procurable.—The Magistrates' Clerk (Mr H Brunei White): They are not sold openlv.— Mr. W. W. T. Prosser: They are not such nets as are legal.—Mr. James Davies: Tliev are made for poachers (laugh- ter).—Mackehdry said he did not think he was doing nay harm. He had not killed anvbodv (laughter). He was out of work, and thought he would get some food.—The lined each defendant L2 7s., and noon Mr. Prosser's application the nets wore confiscated. The Mayor said the Bench considered it very unfair to the men who held fishing licenses that men like de- fendants should net the small rivers in the wav they did. If anyone came before the Bench on a similar charge in future they would be dealt with severely. Mr. John Saer, clerk to the Carmarthen Board of Guardians, applied for an order to convert two shares in the former London and Provincial Bank to the present Bar- clav'fi Brink. Limited, belonging to Edward Bowon ,Jones, a pauper lunatic. formerly of Towy Castle, Llandefeilog. Jones had been a patient at the Mental Hospital since 1906, and the total cost of his maintenance to March last was JM59 19^— Mr. R. A. Brockie, treasurer to the Board of Guard- ians and manager of Barclay s Bank, Ltd said the shares when converted would rclaise ;CAO.-The application was granted. Fli/abeth James. 21. Mill-street, sum- moned Mavy Ann Williams, 20, Mill-street, for assault. There was a cross-summons.- Complainant James said that on june 15th. defendant came into her house at 6 30 p.m. and without saying anything she took hold of four cups and saucers and hit them at her. Williams ^eii puhed a b:\bv out of witness s arms, and .it Ml ?" the ground. She then hit a basui at wit- ness's head, causing a wound which bled freely. —Defendnnt said that complainant went to her £ cmse and pulled her hair bunch of which she produced.—1 .C. Uaiiiei Davies said he was called to Mill-street by complainant, He saw a basin on the road c-itsi le her house, and also saw the blood on James s head.—P.C.. John Williams said there appeared to have been a- row m Eliza- beth James's house. Cups all over the place.—Defendant Williams, giving evidence, said she had a few words with complainant's daughter, and co"ip!alr, ant interfered. Complainant o^ghtoM of witness's hair and also hit her v.ith a brush. In self-defence witness caught hold of a basin and hit complainant on the head. -The Bench dismissed both cases on pay- s ment bv defendants of 2s costs.

WHAT ARE WE DRIFTING TO? Sir.—In your ussue of the 13th inst. appeared a letter by "PLain Christian" who appears to object to the carrying of the Cross in churches. There are one or two points in your correspon- dent's letter which I should like to draw atten- tion to. The carrying of the Cross may cer- tainly fornj part of the processions in Roman Catholic Churches, but surely your correspondent does not mean to infer that this is an exclusive privilege of the Church of Rome! Without the Cross of Calvary, of which the Crosses of to-day are symbolical. there would never have been Christianity. From the very earliest times a Cross has been carried in procession in this country—notably by the missionaries of St. Augustine when on their work of evangelising these islands. I hope that "Plain Christian" will agree that the "fervent worship and at- tractive sermons" that he mentions are simply means to an end; namely, a more perfect realisation of all that the Atonement means to mankind. If he does, I maintain that the sight of a Cross to many of us is another means to the same end. In fact, it is. if anything, a surer way, for by the Cross being carried in procession, our minds must naturally be drawn to the agony on that other Cross. How can there be any "pomp," as "Plain Christian" sug- gests? A degree of "mp" there may be cer- tainly. inasmuch as that the Cross heads the procession, but if it is symbolical of anything great, it must surely occupy the premier place. I certainly agree with your correspondent that "ritualism can never take the place of fervent worship." Who ever said it could? Any amount of ceremony cin-nen-er save souls. But this is an objection which shows clearly how the true idea of worship seems to have been lost! The work of man is not simply to save his own soul, but also to worship God, ottering Him all that he has to offer. The same objection would also apply to. the ointment which Mary Magdalene poured upon Christ's feet; yet He accepted that. Finally, external worship, com- bined of course with fervent worship of the heart is practically the only kind recognised in the Holy Scriptures. Out of many instances which come to my mind I will just cite one. When God wished to reveal to St. John what the worship ..f Heayen was like. He showed him a worship full of ritual and ceremonial. Is not this a strong argument in favour of ritual wor- ship? To some minds the custom of nineteen hundred'years would in itself b" jujSpt-.ievit justifi- cation. £ Gf.Y3WB. t

LLA\:)[LO< \RM.\RTHE\ TRAIN SERVICE. •Sir.—Would it not be possible for tile public bodies of the district served by the above rail- way to approach the company with the view of securing reasonable travelling facilities in this district. The G.W.R. have materially increased the number of trains in West Wales, but the L.N.W.R. has not put on a single train on this line, with the result that business men in the line, with the result that business men in the district are considerably impeded. The railway companies are supposed to show some considera- tion to the public, but the L.N.W.R. in this case thinks more of spiting another company, e.g., a G.W.R. train from Cardiff comes in at 5.1& p.m., hut- the L.N.W.R. train leaves at 5.15 p.m. There is no conceivable reason for this, except that the company hopes thereby to drive passengers from a distance along another route, and the local passengers have to suiter. Again a passenger desiring to travel to any of the intermediate stations between Carmarthen and Llandilo, if he wishes to arrive home that evening, must start from Newcastle-Emlyn at 1.30 p.m.; from Lam- peter at J 040 p.m.; from Whitland at 1.35 p.m., and from Ferryside at 2.35 p.m. In the case of the last-named, however, it is possible for a passenger to travel from Ferryside to Abergwili by leaving the former at 3.47 p.m.; he will then arrive in Ahergwili (12 miles awav) at 7.7 p.m., having ridden about 50 miles via Llanelly, Am- manford, and Llandilo. and paid five times the usual fare. Simply to give the L.N.W.R. Co. the satisfaction of not waiting a few minutes at Carmarthen for a G.W. train. As there are a I niwiber of trains arriving at Carmarthen about tt.oO p.m.. there can be no very urgent reason for not rnilning a late train, "seeing that the company has been even during the war running in the early morning a nearly empty train be- tween Carmarthen and Llandilo. T. HARRIES. Nantgaredig, .)une 15th, lit];).

(Continued from last column). Now. sir. will any member of the Carmar- thenshire County Council undertake to probe this matter to the rock-bottom at the first public opportunityV It would be as much in fairness to the County Council as to anyone, because there ia, in regard to this trans.ict'on a very unpleasant feeling abroad. FORESTER.

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Though the reports of the Coal Commis- sion may not be described as "aeoording to plan," they are more or less in accordance with the general expectation. That is to say, that whereas the Miners' representa- tives and their Socialist allies have agreed to recommend the immediate nationalization of coal and the coal industry, the representa- tives ,OÆ the coalowners, with the indepen- dent representatives of the coal consumers, have condemned the idea of nationalizing the coal industry though they agree that the coal supplies should become the property ef the State. There is complete agreement oii one point, namely, that the ownership of ooal as distinguished from the industry should cease to be in private hands, and that this ownership should be transferred to the nation by purchasing the interests of all royalty -owners on some basis of valuation. The throe Miners' representatives, carrying ..LL_a rwr .'nct- lironortv owners to •lieii r- ~t- it" extreme length, do not agree with theu •olleagues that any compensation should be paid to wealthy owners; but they recom- mend a compasionate allowance^ to the poorer rovalty proprietors. This is the newest version of the Socialistic idea of one law for the rich and another for the poor! We turn to Mr. Justice Sankey's report in the hope of obtaining a really judicial pro- nouncement as between the two interested parties, and we are profoundly disappointed. lie simply recommends nationalization as a counsel of despair and under the influence of the fear of future disputes as between the colliery proprietors and the miners. This is the only way, in his opinion, of prevent- ing strikes and even so you can only pre- vent strikes by making it illegal for the men t'll to strike. The miners' representatives, though they agree with Mr. Justice Sankey in demanding the nationalization of the pro- perty and the industry, take good care to state plainly that they do not accent his provisions for preventing strikes. We are left, to wonder whether Mr, Justice Sankey would still recommend nationalization if the right to strike were maintained in all its piasenir ampitude. As a matter of experi- ence we know that the miners have not been deterred, by any consideration of ownership or control, from exercising to the full their rights of obtaining the greatest advantages to themselves by reporting to threats of a general strike. For the past three years the coal industry has been in the hands of a Coal Controller acting, presumably, in the public interest, yet in this period the miners have put forward demands which they have backed with threats. The Coal Commission itself was appointed for the purpose of en- quiring into matters touching hours, wages and conditions of work as well as the ques- tion of nationalization—because the Govern- ment was directly threatened with a strike which would at once paralyse the whole of sur nation si life and put, the Allied nations under the gravest disability in the peace negotiations. We do not like to apply un- kind words to Mr. Justice Sankey, but it is really absurd to imagine that any thought of the public welfare as such will influence the miners' leaders in urging their demands for better terms. And as a matter of fact unless the right of striking is abandoned the nationalization of the coal industry would only add to our difficulties. No doubt we ehall have strikes in the future as in the past if the industry is left to private enter- prise: but we shall at any rate, have the advantage of an arbitrating body in a State department. If strikes take place against the State under a system of nationalization, who then will be the judge and the concilia- tor? Candidly we do not think any respon- sible. Government will care to act on Mr. Justice Sankey's report, for the reason given by him: and, on the whole, we do not think the public will acquiesce in such a "leap in the dark'' as is recommended by the nationa- lizers. One feature of the whole business cannot escape comment. The interests of the consumer are entirely ignored. We are asked to change a system which gave us a full supply of coal at a moderate price in pre-war days and to make permanent a .system which, since private ownership was suspended by the war, has given us a short- age at ruinous prices. It is full time for coal consumers in every class, and especially in the middle classes, to rouse themselves and to demand consideration for the claims of the community as such. Before any action is taken or any report, let us have a searching enquiry into the causes of the diminished output with its serious bearing ..11 the cost -of living and our financial stabi- lity as a nation.

Col. H. E. M. Lindsay, C.B., and Lady Owen Philipps have been elected representatives for Wales op Grand Council of the Primrose League. -4op--

LOCAL NEWS. Treat.—On Tuesday the members of St. Peter's Band of Hope had an outing to Ferry- side. when a pleasant time was spent. The weather was favourable, and games and compe- titions. for which prizes were awarded, were held on the sands and much enjoyed. Meals were partaken of at the Y.M.C.A. Old College School.—The ministerials of the Old College School held their first cymanfa after the war interregnum at Conwil. The next will *>e conducted at Llanelly early next month. Two more are now being arranged, and the dates will be fixed in due course. As the early sprinc flow'ers are sirms of summer and the death of ■winter, these festivals are splendid symptoms of a religious removal that will be probably ex- perienced throughout the whole world in the ioear future. ¥■ Flag Dav.—On Saturday a flag day was held in aid of the N.U.R. Orphans Fund, and realised Garden Fete.—All soldiers were extended a hearty welcome to the garden fete which was held at the Training College on Thursday in last week in connection with St. David s parish. Although the weather turned out unfavourable, a very enjoyable time was spent. Wedding.-On Sunday the wedding took place at Tabernacle Baptist Chapel, the pastor, Rev. E U. Thomas, officiating, of Mr. George Phil- lips, 4, Red Lion-yard, and Mrs. Margaret Lewis, Ffvnnonddrain. Both bride and bridegroom are 70 years of age. The bride was accompanied by lrs. Williams, Tabernacle Lodge, and the bride- groom by Mr. Samuel Williams, Magbele. Girl Guides' Outing.—The Girl Guides, com- posed of a number of pupils from the County Girls' School, together with their acting captain, Miss D. L. Wood, cycled to Llanstephan on Saturday. As the weather was very fine they spent a very enjoyable day. They went for rambles around the picturesque surroundings of Llanstephan, and "picnicked" on the sands. They also bathed and were given swimming lessons by their captain. On the 3rd inst. Mrs. Rogers, Friar's-park, Carmarthen, received the 1914 Mons Star of her late husband, Pte. K. Rogers, Welsh Regiment. The gallant soldier also served in the Boar War, and was presented with the King and Queen's Medals. Pte. E. Rogers was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Rogers, dealer, of 15, Tabernacle-row, Carmarthen. Private E. Rogers, better known as "Buller," was a well-known ligiire in Carniirtlien. Tide Table.—The following are the tide times for the coming week:— Morning. Afternoon. [ Time. Height. Time. Height. Friday 5.30 39.9 '5.51 20.2 Saturday fi.22 20.9 6.43 21.2 Sunday 7.8 21.9 7.30 22.2 Monday 7.55 22.3 8.15 22.2 Tuesday 8.38 21.7 8.59 21.2 Wednesday 9.18 20.7 9.40 20.3 Ttiursday 9.56 19.8 10.17 19.4 Alleged Wounding—At the County Police Court on Saturday, William Jones (21), collier, of Mount Hill, Bankycapel, Llan- gendeime, was charged with unlawfully wounding- his father, William Jones. Supf. J. E. Jones said the affair had only occurred that morning, and the father had been taken to the Carmarthenshire Infirmary. lie asked that defendant be remanded for a week, and the application was granted. J Education Committee. The monthly meeting of the Borough Education Com- mittee was held at the Shire Hall on Mon- day evening.—A letter was read from Mr. W. David Thomas, secretary of the Infir- mary Committee, stating they regretted they could not see their way to accede to the Committee's application that the X Ray apparatus Ht the Institution be used for the treatment of ringworm in cliJilaren.-j-Alr. J. B. Arthur said that Dr. Parry had ex- plained that the apparatus was too weak. Collegiate Successes.-The following local suc- cesses were obtained at the June examination at St. David's College. LampeterMr. D. A Lewis, third son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Lewis. Ppst Ofhce, Priory-street, B.A., degree (second-class honours in Theology); Mr. H. K. Davies Abergwli, B.A. degree (second class); Mr. D. D. Bartlett, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. T. Bartlett, St. Peter's-street. Moderations, First-class Honours Theologv; Mr. T. A. Roberts, Abergwilii Modera- tions, First-class Honours Theology. Mr. Lewis has been awarded the Hebrew prize, and Mr. Bartlett the Theology prize. All are old scholars of Carmarthen Grammar School, Messrs. Lewis and Bartlett having received their elemen- tary education at Priory-street National School, and Messrs. Davies and Roberts at Abergwili National School.. Borough Conservative and Lnionist Associa- tion.—A meeting of the Carmarthen Borough Conservative and lii'onist Association was held "at the Unionist Club, Carmarthen, w* «-:<!» y evening, the 20th inst. The chair was taken by Mderman Walter Spurrell, J.P., in the unavoid- able absence of the chairman, Alderman W. Evans, J.P. (Mayor). The committee was re- organised, several new members being elected to the committee. A sound registration committee was appointed to assist the agent in registra- tion work. This committee will meet at an early date. Mr. T. F. James, Unionist agent, strongly appealed to the members to continue their support with unflagging zeal towards the association. In this crisis of our national exist- ence and of their duty in the higher interests of the community, he asked all Conservative men and women to become staunch and active mem- bers of the association. The agent was asked if there was a prospective Unionist candidate in the field. He replied saying that the Unionist party have loyally and patriotically put aside all thoughts of party questions, and only sought by every means in their power to help to win the war. Undoubtedly as soon as the peace terms were finally settled the question of a candidate would be discussed by the members of the association. Join the Y.M.C.A.—Carmarthen has now its peace-time Y.M.C.A. Up to the present the work has been entirely among soldiers, the building having been used as a hut. Now a portion of the building is being devoted to peace-time work, and civilians are invited to enrol as members, the fee being 5s. a year or 2s. ûd. associate's fee. A large number have already joined, and it is ex. pcr-ted that a good start will be made. A special appeal is made to the youth of the town to corne forward and identify themselves with a movement which has been productive of such magnificent results in the other towns in Eng- land and Wales. Mr. D. Emlyfc Davies, leader and secretary of the Y.M.C.A., who has a wide experience of Y.M.C.A. work among soldiers and civilians, has fitted up a room for members in such a way as to make for the comfort of those who will make use of it. The former concert room has been converted into the mem- bers' room. In it there is a billiard table which is considered to be one of the finest in town. There are also other games and books ana papers to read, while for those who are musi- cal. there is a piano and plenty of music. In addition to this the baths (h. and c.) are now in working order, and can be used by members and the ordinary public. > War Pensions Committee.—Aid. John Lewis, J.P., presided over a meeting of the Borough War Pensions Committee on Monday evening. An application for a grant was received from a discharged soldier who intended opening busi- ness as a greengrocer, rabbit and poultry dealer. He stated that he had already started, but had not enough capital to continue. The case was referred to Mr. David Williams (Penllwyn-park) for enquiries.—It was decided to again make efforts to secure training for a local discharged soldier as a motor mechanic at Swansea Techni- cal College.—Mr. W. H. Evans said that some time ago a statement was made that only 1:4 was granted for the burial of service patients from the Mental Hospital. The authorities would in future pay A:7 10s. for burial whether funeral arrangements were made by the hospital authorities or the relatives of the deceased pensioner.—Mr. P. J. Williams brought forward the case of a discharged soldier who was carry- ing on business as shoemaker, stating that the man had thirty pairs of boots in the house, but had no leather to repair them.—It was decided to write Mr. J. W. Nicholas, clerk to the County Committee, asking him if he could secure the man a grant of £ 10. A vote of sympathy was passed with Mr. W. T. Jeffreys in his bereave- ment by the death of his father.—It was re- ported that a grant of &50 had been made to the discharged soldier who had commenced a motor service between Carmarthen and Tumble. Victory Loan Campaign in Carmarthen.-In- terest in the Victory Loan Campaign is growing in Carmarthen and district. Arrangements are in hand for working up to a special thanksgiving victory week in the town and district from July 5th-12th, closing with the last day of the general campaign throughout the country. Meetings are being arranged, and co-operation is being sought from the Corporation. The Chamber of Commerce, the various churches, chapels and societies in the town, the Borough War Savings Associations, and the official agents of the National War Savings Committee. A public meeting will be held in Guildhall-square to inaugurate the special campaign, and it is hoped the town will be decorated, that proces- sions will he arranged, that open-air concerts will be held, all focussed on a special selling centre in the Guildhall. During Victory Week ariangements will be made for propaganda, hallouns to fly over the town. distributing leaflets, and steps are being taken to secure visits from aeroplanes and airships. The quota for the borough is £ 100,000 for the campaign, and u is hoped that everyone will endeavour to become possessors of some Victory Bonds or Sayings Certificates during the period—both ex- cellent investments and backed bv the whole strength and. credit of the British E:npire. The loc.u hanks and post offices are already busv, and are preparing for a great rush of investor's, ns the campaign advances, and it is important to remember that the chance of procuring Vic- tory Bonds will be gone after July 17th. It is up to Carmarthen to maintain its splendid War Sayings reputation, and it is confidently antici- pated that the quota will again be doubled— Rrobabty quadrupled. "Our Boys" havAmade niir nnnntry SAFE, it is now our duty to make it lip to Carmarthen to maintain its splendid War Sayings reputation, and it is confidently antici- pated that the quota will again be doubled— Rrobabty quadrupled. "Our Boys" havAmade niir nnnntry SAFE, it is now our duty to make it i' can only be done by makinc a triumphant succefw of the Victory Loan—the last and greatest of the country's Big Loan efforts.

Local Weddings JONES—JONES. A pretty wedding took place at Philadelphia Congregational Chapel, Tuesday morning, June 17th, between Mr. David H. Jones, Penyback Fawr Farm, Llandefeilog, and Miss Mary (May) Jones, daughter of Mrs. Joneg and of the late Mr. W. Jones, Wenallt, Llangunnor. The bride was given away by her brother, Mr. David Jones, Nant, Llangunnor. Miss Annie Jones, sister of the bride, acted as bridesmaid, and Mr. Jones, brother of the bridegroom, as best man. The Rev. T. W. Morgan, pastor of the church, officiated. A large number of the friends of the young couple were present. After the wedding the party, accompanied by others, motored to the Wenallt, the home of the bride, where a sumptuous breakfast was partaken of. The honeymoon is being spent at Aberystwyth. ^JONES—JONES. A pretty wedding took place at St. David's Church on Wednesday, when Mr. Arthur Jones, Mumbles, was married to Miss Maggie Jones, daughter of Mr. John Jones, 45, St. Catherine- street, and niece of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones- Davies, Barley Mow, St. Catherine-street. The Yicar, Rev. B. Davies, M.A., officiated. The bride, who was smartly attired, was given away by her father, while her cousin, Mrs. Hill. Church-street, accompanied her. Mr. Henry Jones-Davies (uncle of the bride) was the best man. The wedding breakfast was partaken of at 45, St. Catherine-street. cat

Carmarthen Town Council J CORPORATION WORkMEN'S DEM AX f, FOR MORE WAGES REFUSED. At a meeting of the Carmarthen Town Council on Wednesday night the Surveyor («M r. S. L. Richards)) reporting further on the demand of the corporation workmen for increased wages, said that as directed he had ascertained that- at Aberystwyth 34s. 6d. per wcek was paid to the labourers, and 40s. 6d. to skilled men, with 50 hours per week; Llandovery, 35s. to labourers and skilled men, 54 hours: Cardigan, 27s. 6d. to labourers and 39s. 6d. to skilled men. 55 hours; Brecon, 36s., 54 hours; Tenby, 37s. 6d. to labourers, Is. 3d. per hour to skilled men, 48 hours: Haverfordwest, 41s. to labourers, 45s. to skilled men, 50 hours.—The Mayor (Ald. W. Evans) said ho had ascer- tained that at. Llandovery they paid 35s. per week to the labourers, and not JB3 as stated by Mr..Martin. At Llandovery there was an application for J32 2s.—Mr. Martin ;said he received the information from the surveyor of Llandovery.—The Mayor: It is no good you coming here with hearsay evi- John Crossman said in Carmar- then the men were paid better than the men in the towns mentioned, and he moved that the council do not entertain any claim whatever from the men. If their workmen •vert;, -not satisfied' with. thr • wage* they re- ceived. they had better resign. There wete several classes of employers in the borough who were waiting for the decision of the council. To grant the demand made would mean JS11 10s. per week to one employer, iaiid a. substantial sum to other firms.—Aid. VN-. V. H. Thomas seconded.—Mr. David Williams proposed that an increase of 2s. 6d. per week\ be granted, and Mr. W. ,T. Martin seconded.^—Mr. Grossman complained of tiie inconsistency of Mr. Williams, and said that recently, when advocating the ap- pointment of Government auditors, showed the extraordinary high rates of Carmarthen -13s. in the £ .—Mr. David Williams said on that occasion he only wanted power to stop the spending of money they were not entitled to. He was consistent enough.— Mr. Grossman's motion to refuse an increase was carried by an overwhelming majority, only the mover and seconder voting for the amendment. BAND INSTRUMENTS. The council decided to hand over the band instruments belonging to the town to the discharged soldiers' federation, a letter having been read from the secretary stating that the federation would maintain the instruments in the- condition they were re- ceived, and that the band, though not a town band. would be prepared to appear at public functions on and after Christmas. —

Appointment of Borough Surveyor. LOCAL MAN APPOINTED AT CARMARTHEN. Carmarthen Town Council on Wednesday night considered the appointment 01 borough surveyor in succession to Mr. S. L. Richards (who had msl -4ied) at a salary of £ 250 a year. There were 44 applicants.- Mr. E. V. Collier proposed that the appoint- ment be given to a discharged soldier, and Aid. W. Spurrell seconded.—Mr. John Gross- man I am of a different opinion.—Mr. J. N. Williams: So am L-JIr D. King Mor- gan said he did not think it fair to restrict the candidates tq discharged soldiers now, Seeing it was not inserted in the advertise- ment.—Mr. Thomas Davies: And another ti,iiig,-you ought to know whether they are conscripts or volunteers.—It was decided to withdraw the motion.—The Council resolved to reduce the cast to cigjit, and the first voting resulted as follows:-W. S. P. Cot- tcrell, Morley-street, Carmarthen (formerly. with Borough Surveyor at Carmarthen), 12 votes; Arthur 1. Jones, Brylights. Union- street, Carmarthen (28 years' experience as architect and surveyor)-, 14 votes; Alfred M. J. Saer, Borough Surveyor's Office, Neath (A.M.I.C.E., F.G.S., Discharged Sol- dier), 11 votes; W Arthur Parry, Peyton Villa, Llandilo (3 years architect, surveyor and inspector of nuisances Llandilo U.D.C.), 15 votes; A. Leonard Crabb, Cawdor Estate Office, Carmarthen (formerly with Borough Surveyor at Carmarthen and for six years ass stant surveyor and clerk in Lord Caw- dcr's service), 11 votes; Captain G. A. Bal- lard, O.B.E., Borough Surveyor's Office, Guildford (A.M.I.C.E., 8 years assistant to city engineer and deputy borough surveyor and water engineer, Guildford), 9 votes; Frederick Win. Valle-Jones, Town Hall, New Cross Road, London, S.E. (A.M.I.C.E., deputy borough engineer and surveyor, Metropolitan Borough of Deptford), 7 votes; Lieut. T. P. Francis, Bronyrallt, Pontar- dawe (assistant surveyor and engineer to Rhondda and Swansea Bay Railway), 11 votes. Second voting: W. S. P. Cotterell, 5: A. I. Jones, 11; A. J. Saer 11; W. A. Parry, 14; A. 1. Crabb, 3; Captain Ballard, 3: F. W. Valle-Jones, 3; Lieut. Francis, 8. Third voting: A. 1. Jones, 11; A. M. J. Saer, 12: W. A. Parry. 9; Captain Ballard, 3; F. W. Valle-Jones, 7; Lieut. Francis, 11. Fourth voting: A. I. Jones, 13; A. M. J. Saer. 9; Lieut. Francis, 16. Final voting: A. 1..Tones, ] 1; Lie-ut Francis, S.-The Mayor then declared Mr. Arthur 1. Jones 'elected.—The new surveyor is 44 years of age -in(! has had 28 years' experience as an a.i■<■)!);toet and surveyor. He served hi's nrticlpfl with Messrs. Richards and Gethin, of Windsor Chambers, Cardiff, who were architects to the Windsor, Romilly, Wen- voe. Genner, and other large estates. During that period the Barry Docks and neighbour- hood building boom was in full swing and he had tuition in all brandies of an archi- tect's profession. He also acquired the practical side of the business. He designed and supervised the erection of Carmarthen Workhouse without incurring any extras on 1 the contract. He has resided in Carmar- then for the past eighteen years.

League of Nations Formed. BRANCH FORMED AT CARMARTHEN. J The Mayor (Aid. Wm. Evans) presided over a meeting at the Town Hall on Tues- day evening in connection with forming a branch of the League of Nations Union in the town. The chief speaker was Major Wheldon, D.S.O., organiser for Wales under the Union, who is the son of the late Rev. T. J. Wheldon, B.A., Bangor, and nephew j of the late Mr. P. J. Wheldon, of the N.P. Bank, Carmarthen. Major Wheldon aid that there was an immense amount of general support to the idea of the League of Nations, but it was only a sentimental ossent to the idea itself. Men and women should take an interest in it<$workings uno regard it as machinery worked by men and women of flesh and blood, and it was for them to see that men of the right kind would be put into that machinery. Much attention had been paid to reform in wai itself so that there would be as little suffer ing as possible, and in order to make wai- as human as possible, but war was a thing which could not be humanised. The only thing to do was to abolish it. There wa; not much virtue in trying to stop war whet it had broken out, and the problem of pm:, must be tackled at a much earlier stage and it was cn the principle of co-operatic that this could be done. In the Court at Geneva there would be the question of arbitration which would be extended creat ing a Board of Conciliation. The result, would be that a delay would be causer before deciding* important events. Ha.. a Board of Conciliation been known to the democracies of Europe, the quarrel between Austria and Serbia would not have gone on. They should get rid of that vast group of diplomats, some of whom were able nrj. some of whom were not, who were all work- ing independently and get a staff of Inter- national Specialists at Geneva who would not pander to any private or individual things, but would act for the good of the whole, then there would be some prospects of getting rid of the secrecy with which tilings were be in? carried on, The cove- I aunt way not perfect as it was; it. wa4 oTny a plant and miloss interest was taken in it, it would die. Democracy had no doubt suffered hi tlj§ past because of its neglect of foreign politics, "hey wanted to orga- nise the world for peace, a thing which had never born done in the past, and it could only be done* by organisation (ap- plause).—The Bishop of St. David's, who moved a resolution welcoming the estab- lishment of the League of Nations, said the I.ea<>'ie was a neoesary consequence of a ■war fought for nighteousness' sake. The Kingdom of GocI was righteousness, peace and i,ov-fiiiidamentall-- oj righteousness. Nothing (illled him with such hope as the announcement that the League had been, made a part of the Peace Treaty. In the past there had been too great a tendency to look upon the Gospel as an individual mat- tor for personal salvation, but it should be realised it had a message to men in the capacity of citizens, and that it ought to tell on public life. Civilisation was on the cross roads. Whether it was to be Chris- t:an or psgan to run to ruin or asced. c t'1e highest., depended upon public opinion in the next few years.—The Rev. D. J. Thomas seconded the resolution, which was can "ed unanimously.—On the motion ch --Alci. John Lewis, seconded by Aid. J. R Arthur, a branch of the Union was formed for Carmarthen. A committee v. as formqu with the Bishop of St. David's a* tvesw-T; comprising the clergy and ministers of tV town, the headmasters of the secondary and town. the headmasters of the secondary and elementary schools and other ladies and gentleman.—Mr. John Hinds, M.P., sent a letter regretting his inability to be present. A vote of thanks was proposed by the Rev. W. D. Rowlands. W. D. Rowlands.

MAESYCRVfilAV. On Friday last, through the generosity of Mr. Williams f) C., Gellv. Llanllwni, the inhabitants of the parish and district were given a sump- tuous tea at the schoolroom, when K>l!.>w.d games and sports in an adjacent ndd kind y lent for the occasion by Mrs..Tones, Talardd Arms. The event was thoroughly enjoyed by old and young under excellent weather conclÏ. tions Later the tables were cleared, to he followed bv a concert under the chairmanship of mT. T. Jones. C.C.. D.C.. Smant Shop, whose opening speech touching upon the generosity of his esteemed colleague who w»s the stage by his wounded son. Pte. 1. William., from hospital, was intermittently applauded. Local talent was again to the fore, concluding with the anthems. A crowded congregation af Waunifor Cliapel last Sunday afternoon liqtt- it, (I to a stirring and timely sermon. hy Mr. n. Ihomas (newi Caer), stationmaster. Llangybi It appears Mi\ Thomas occupied the pulpit at Tabernacle Chapel, Uan- dvssul, at the morning and evening services, where also his powerful discourses were keenly appreciated. It may be generally known that previous to Mr. Thomas' appointment as station- master he was for many years a passenger guard on the Aberystwyth-Carmarthen Branch until lie met with a "mishap that necessitated his having to relinquish "that particular part of the railway service. A feature of Mr. Thomas' preaching activities is that he has preached in all denomi- nations in Cardiganshire. May the old 8t.. Peter's Boy continue to carry on the good work. His many friends and acquaintances are pleased to welcome home, after some eleven vears in British Columbia. Mr. and Mrs. Wil- liam .lames and Son. Bailiebedw. During his absence abroad Mr. James has held a very high and responsible post as chief superintendent of several collieries in that country. His career in the engineering line throughout has been a most gratifying one that won for him "plums" of great merit.

Germany Agrees. PEACE TERMS TO BE SIGNED. Germany has prom i sed-iincon (litionall y, but ungraciously—to sign the Treaty of Peace. The ceremony at Versailles, according to the general opinion on Monday, would in all probability take place on Thursday (yesterday).—Practically the whole of the German Fleet, surrendered to Ad- miral Beatty soon after the Armistice, was sunk on Saturday at its place of interment. Scapa Flow. the vessels being scuttled by the skeleton German crews left on board. The Admiral in charge—von Reuter-is under arrest.

The Royal Show. Dill1 and rather cold weather prevailed lure on ihe opening day of the Itoyal Show. Thtre was a large assemblage of stockbreeders fiem all parts of the country to witness the judging, and the yard, some lio acres in extent, was unusually crowded. All records went down before Tuesday's attendance. At one o'clock, in addition to the large number of members, who do not pass through the turnstiles, no lewer than f>,7!sS people had paid for admission, whereas the best previous return for the first day was 4,007 at Manchester in lilt;, and at the same hour 2,421. At four o'clock in the after- noon the figures were raised to 8,363. There were many visitors in khaki, and the men from overseas displayed the keenest interest in the proceedings. A Royal Show must be seen to l>e appreciated. One might spend a week inspect- ing the live stock alone, so rich in variety, so different in type are the domestic races tor which British agriculture is famous. The show- vard was admirably arranged, and the repre- sentation of live stock, considering the com- paratively short notice given, was remarkably line. One mav trace the influence of the adverse v weather upon' the preparation of young animals, but as a rule the mature sections are well tilled, and the art of the exhibitor is t'u at its best. The new breeds attract considerable attention- notably the Perclieron horse and the Gloucester Old Spots pig. In the implement section the tractor is present in great force, and. in view of the acute labour scarcity, there are many inouiries in this department of the show. The produce classes were well filled, and perry ol a very superior kind was shown,

ST. CLEARS. The Sunday Schools Festival of the Deanery of st> Clears was held in ?fc. Clears Church on | Whit-MondaV. Owin^ to the war no festival has been held since WIG. A very good start was made when the following schools took part:- St. Clears, Llanddowror, Pendine, Eglwys Cummin, Whitland. Henllan Amgoed, Llan- boidy, Llandisilio. Clynderwcn, Lampeter Vel- frey. A rehearsal of the music wa? held in church under the leadership of Mr. Palmer, who had been appointed in place of Mr. John Davies, Ptndine, who has left the Deanery. Considering the Sefy short time for preparation the musical part was carried out in a very creditable style. The service began at 11 a.m., the surpliced choirs and clergy marching in procession. The service throughout was well rendered and reflected great credit on the in- dividual choir leaders. The anthem, "Praise ye the Lord," was given in fine style, and through- out the hymns, psallns and canticles were sung with spirit. The catechist appointed for the day was the Rev. J. Lambert Rees, M.A., of Llanddowror. The catechist by his question- ing drew out much information from the scholars. The catechist as one who had spent many years in the missionary field in China, laid great stress on the missionary work of the Church in Africa and the Pacific Islands. The answering on this point showed that the lessons had been very well prepared. After the morning service, tea was provided in the school. The afternoon seivice vrs f a shortenf 'rij. "The quarttSte, "God is a 8¡):r,t (Stermla' Bennett), was very nicely rendered by tbe Whitland party, and was quite an innovation at the festivals. Now that the war is over the festivals will be held regularly in the future. The St. Clears Choral Society distinguished themselves once more by securing the first prize at Kidwelly on Whit-Monday. At the recent eisteddfod held in St. Clears they only managed to secure the 2nd prize. No doubt after that rebuff they made strenuous elforts to regain their lost laurels, and they suc- ceeded in defeating the choirs who came to St. Clears in May last. The leader. Mr. James, deserves great credit for his victory of a silver cup and £ 15 prize'. The Ladies' Choir was not quite so successful, only succeeding in getting second prize.

AMMANFORD. The Ammanford Trades and Labour Council are complaining of unnecessary delay on the part of the Urban Council in proceeding with a housing scheme. The shortage (they state) is growing more acute, and they have resolved to make a complaint to the L.G.B., urging the president to" bring pressure to bear on the local authority. In an examination under the National Eis- teddfod of Wales, Mr. Harry G. Williams, Am- manford, has qualified for the degree of "Cerddor," with which he will be invested at the "National" in Corwen next August, in the name of Irfon." Dr. D. R. Price, the popular Ammanford medico, has for some little time been confined to his room with illness which has followed a period of stress of work. His many friends will be pleased to learn, however, that he is slightly better, though not yet able to move about. His locum tenens is Dr. Willis. A delegate meeting of the East Carmarthen- shire branches of the D.S. and S. Federation was held at Ammanford on Saturday afternoon, when the following branches were represented: Llandovery, Llangadock, Llandilo, Llandebie, Milo. Ammanford, Garnant. and Brynamman. It was resolved that a district council be formed, and the following officials were appoin- ted Chairman, Mr. Pugh, Llandebie; vice- chairman, Mr. Daniels, Brynamman; secretary, Mr. Fred Thomas, Ammanford; assistant secre- tary, Mr. Haydn Leonard, Ammanford; and treasurer, Councillor F. Dawson, Ammanford. It was also decided to invite the Llanelly branch to join. At a resumed hearing of the Ammanford Police Court on Wednesday afternoon of last week of application of Mary Bronwen Phillips for separation from her husband, Phillips, the magistrates (Messrs. Hy. Herbert and John Lewis) called the parties to their private room, and were able to arrange a settlement, defendant under- taking to provide a home, other than at his parents' house, for her, and. meanwhile, to pay 25s. a week for maintenance. The cann was, however, adjourned for a month. The magistrates expressed the hope that the past would be forgotten, and the future made happy by these two young people. A daring burglary was carried out during Thursday night in last week at the central 'offices of MCSBr. Cleeves' Limited, at Tin- dail. The bolted door was burst open, and the weighing about 2 cwts., turned on its face. Its back was then drilled, sawn, end ripped open from top to bottom, and all the contents— £ 16—were annexed. The affair was evidently performed by all expert gang, and the police, who are actively con- ducting inpuiries, are of the opinion that the same personsTwho carried out a similar operation in the Gwendraeth alley some time back, have been at work Trouble has broken out at the Rhos Col- li.vy over the alleged failure of the manage- ment. to final working places for some de- mobilised men. Alf the workmen, about 150, struck work on Thursday. A similar state of affairs exists in several other col- lieries. a number of men being rendered idle (Ilily, biit the drastic course of with- holding 'labour has not been carried out except at Rhos Colliery. An apple tiv<? nt. Pontamman House, Am- manford, although heavy laden with fruit, has burst into blossom for the second tune, and presents a rather unique spectacle. Ammanford and Llandebie counc illors who form the Loughor joint water committee, joined by other public representatives and officials, paid a visit, of inspection on Tues- day afternoon to the reservoir at Llygan Llwe'nwr, where the inhabitants of Amman- ford I lain' 'b Penverroes, and even Cefn- eithi'n on the high hills almost halfway to Carmarthen, draw their water supply. The visit, of inspection is an annual nffalr. Light refreshments were provided through the kindness of Mr. David Davies, J.P.. Cil- vhedyn, the chairman of the joint committee.

Ex Soldier's Sad Death. A, sad affair occurred at Park Cwm, New- church, on Tuesday morning, when Mr. Thomas .lames Thomas (42), stonemason, was found shot in the pantry.—An inquest was held on Tues- day evening by Mr. Thomas Walters, coroner.— Hannah Thomas, the mother, a widow, said de- ceased, who lived with her, joined the army in February, 1D16, and returned in March last, having served in Salonika. He had not been able to work since his return owing to bad health. to work since his return owing to bad health. He suffered from headaches, and for the last week had been very depressed. Deceased had breakfast that morning, but did not eat much. About 10.30 a.m. she heard a noise as though a door slammed. Her daughter and another son opened the pantry door, and found him dead.— Arthur Thomas, blacksmith, brother of deceased, said he found his brother lying against the pantry door dead.—Dr. D. Denzil Harries said a month ago he treated deceased for malaria. He complained of sleeplessness and feared the night coming. He found deceased in the pantry with a one-barrel gun by his side and half his skull blown off. He had no doubt it was self-inflicted when not in his right mind.—A verdict of "Suicide whilst temporarily insane" was re- turned.

Teify Board of Conservators LLANDYSSUL DRAINAGE. A meeting of the Teify Fishery Board was held at the Emlyn Arms, Newcastle-Emlyn, on Friday last, Mr. T. R. Jones, J.P., Pantglas, presiding. The following members were present: —Mr. ('has. Llovd, J.P., Dr. Lloyd, Major J. Griffiths, Rev. Dr. Walker, Mr. Percy Wilkinson, and Mr. J. Lewis, C.B.E. A deputation from the District Council comprising of the ilowing:- Alderman T. A. Thomas, Dr. Jenkins, Mr. J. O. James, Mr. Jas. Jones (clerk), Mr. Penry Lewis (sanitary inspector), and Dr. A. T." Evans, M.O.H. The latter introduced the deputation, and explained the nature of the proposed drain- age scheme which the Council intended carrying out in Lincoln-street and Wind-street, Llan- dyssul. Aldennau T. A. Thomas and the clerk, Mr. J. Jones, also spoke, with the result that the Conservators were convinced that no pollu- tion of the Teify would result, and decided to withdraw all opposition that the work may be immediately proceeded with.

WOMEN'S RESPONSIBILITIES. Recent controversies as to men's working hours have evoked here and there good- humoured, but none the less reasonable com- ments from members of the "weaker sex" as to their "working hours" and responsibilities. Women's duties in the household are. indeed, never done. Fortunately through what is termed "house pride," they find unlimited plea- sure and interest in whatever makes for the betterment of the home. Such clever devices for superseding and enhancing the appearance of carpets and other floor-coverings as Rudman's "Stainoleum^ for example, are immensely appre- ciated by women who love to beautify their houses. A floor covered with "Stainoleum" is not only easy to clean but more hygienic and healthy than one covered by fabrics. "Black- leading" is a dreary portion of the day's work, but here again Rudman's Stovo," if applied say once at the beginning of summer, makes further effort unnecessary until fires begin again. "Stovo," by the way, is also admirable for enamelling bicycles, railings, bedsteads, radiators, the steps of motor cars, in fact any- thing wanting a lasting black appearance. Rudman's "Petraline" again, now covers thou- sands ot inside walls in this country. It is a sanitary paint put up in a variety of tasteful colours, easy to make and apply, and now that wall-papers are dearer than before it is in very general use as the ideal wall covering. These Rudman products are obtainable at all Iron- mongers and Oil and Colourmen.

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The Sale of Pibwrlwyd. WHAT DO THE COUNTY COUNCIL WANT WITH A L17,000 GRAZING FARM? The public of Carmarthenshire—agricul- tural and otherwise-will have observed with some interest—and probably surprise—that, the Carmarthenshire County Council recentlv purchased the farm of Pibwrlwyd, a holding situated within a couple of miles of Carmar- then town, which has been in the tenancy years past for years past of Mr. David Phillips, ■well-known figure in county agricultural Circles. IN As one of the public of Carmarthenshire who has observed with interest and surprise this latest exploit of the County Council I have ben asked to seek the hospitality of your columns, Mr. Editor, in order to get light on the subject. Iany 4 us are under the impression that too little of the real and vital work of the Carmarthenshire County Council is known to us ratepayers who foot the bill. I often yvonder whether the Press is not entirelx thro °n th,s point however, perhaps vT- we induce some bold infn T- County Council to elicit full P™iXd,F^UbieCt ""3 P"rchae" mJttlr °nlyr mforn?ation ue have on the matter so far is that given in the adver- tisement, information which most farmers abou. here are familiar with—I know the farm as I know niv own hand. The farm was .old by public auction, and the Carma" f hen shire County Council, so the Prewin forms us, blddmg against the sitting tenant |y\ho v,as of course, most anxious to secure it, and who, as will I tiiiiik appear later on to those who don't know, is an ideal tenant ot the place) purchased it for £ 17 Qf)f; decision of the County Council > '>l a portion of it, this was done wdl' afford fTV' fbnt PresmaaWv that bodv bfcjuji information on the point thIn J.Tj Meantime permit me to ckallem/ so >n th,S ^eaL 1 thlnk 1 do i all fairness, because the transaction lriV £ O17 00GJ:atOh-xtWO Welghty VMA 'I i \? por oent- £ 850 a are 'very m^! V" f ("'hlch- however, ■mri ti. fancy), rates and taxe« £ 1 Poo'086 amount easily up feres ,hi.year-nFor a farm about 22C \r 1' '1! }v°uld mean about £ 5 an acre Mark that 1 have not included the cost oi administraiion of the Estate DepartnS of \,nvrt!l'1f 'e County Council. W ivpSr/o.pnifeun»s: 'h?puK«e rfttc r,cnt ot the hay on ?ome neighbourinp arms for £ -.000, which brought the total frSfn^,to To-da>- bought ^17,0j0 b\ the Carmarthenshire Countv Council, and we must suppose it is for some object of unmistakeablo benefit to the neighbourhood and the well-beintr of the county. Is It What can that object be? o oan all assume, and our assumptions will doubtless run in the direction of such proposals as some sort of experimental agri- cultural training, or small holdings for someone or other. What else? It will, however, be for the County Council to ex- plain why they bought this expensive farm, and 1 am not going to suggest that they wiIJ not be able to do so. Whether thev c will, however, do so to the satisfaction of us who pay the piper, we shall see. Let me say what this farm is, anyhow, and it will be for the ratepayers to judge when they get the County Council's reasons. Pibw rln yd Farm ill a dry, hot summer, is one of the best dairy-grazing and stock- raising farms in tho county, being well- watered; but on a cold wet summer it will take a very clever farmer indeed to make the rental. Cattle brought from dry-lyiny land do not do well upon it in. a wet season. Wintering cattle out in the open is out of the quiestion. Sheep do not thrive on anv part of the farm. Xearlv a hundred of the two hundred and ten acres of Pibwrlwyd are under water for a large part of the year, and are therefore absolutely useless for crops. The rest of tbe land, like the portion subject to flooding, i« heavy, clayey soil, which would doubtless yield heavy returns in crops but at. a. very heavy if not prohibitive cost. It is not an arable farm it is essentially a grazing farm !and nothing else. The present tenant could probably tell you the result of his attempts at growing crops there under the pressure of the D.O.R.A. It may be that the County Council have bought the farm with the objqkt of carrying it on as a grazing farm; but if that ie so. most assuredly it is a risky experiment. Do they propose to train young men, discharged isailors and soldiers and what not, in the principles of cattle dealing? Having pur- chased your grazing, it does not, of ooursc. merely remain for you to whistle for the cattle to come to you and be put to graze. It needs a very astute and experienced mind to know the markets and to buy well to find the material for carrying on 6ueh a farm as Pibwrlwyd—such a mind, indeed as that or the present tpflallt. Do the County Council propose to undertake the risks and responsi- bilities of cattle dealing in order to carry on this fat-nil As well might they take up th,, business of stock-broking I should say! 1 think we can dismiss that as a possible reason. Another purpose which Pibwrlwyd farm is suitable for is instruction in draining. The general character of the land is such that no matter how carefully pipes are laid th. soon choke and it will require stones as well. The County Council can scarcely be pro- posing to use it as all Experimental Drain- ing Training Ground, however Pibwrlwyd is not meant for small-hold- ings surely What, will they grow there on the flooded land? It may be the idea that discharged soldiers, used to work in France up to their middles in water might be quite at home there, but. what could they grow? There i* no remunerative market for water lilies Tho problem is beyond ma If the County Council wished to acquire an experimental farm one would think they would look for something cheaper, something at, say, j61 or even .309. an acre, amenable to good cultiva- tion so that discliarged sailors and soldiers might learn what Mother Earth will do at a, reasonable cost. But JE5 an acre! And what, about the question of disturb- ing the sitting tenant? Is it not one of the main principles of the Small Holdings Act. that in acquiring lands. County Councils and other bodies shall disturb the sitting tenant as little as possible0 Icoilig to issue a challenge to the County Council, if you will permit me, sir, and I hope some member will convey it right into open discussion -at. the next Coun- cil meeting. (1) Dii) oiiutv Council in expendiiiL- this £ 17,000. liiid that they were meeting a public-demand, and if so what was tlist demand? (2) Was it a demand for small holdings? If so. who advised tli(,m that Pibwrlwyd lfarm i« suitable for such a purpose? (3) Was it for an agricultural grazing farm? If so. can they justify such a scheme ? (4) Can they prove that they mean to re- coup themselves on the. capital expended, viz., £ 17,000? If not, is it not about time we. the ratepayers, formed a Union to prevent the reckless usage of our money, and to obtain full information as to how it is being spent by the County Counc 1 and other public bodies? (Continued cn preceding column).