The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

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I Col. H. Davies-Evans and Mrs. Davies- Evans, of Highmead, Llanybyther, cele- brated their golden wedding on Monday, but owing to the absence from home of several members of the family, publ:e cele- bration has been postponed. Princess Marie Louise arrived at Coomb, Bear Carmarthen, on Wednesday a the gtfest for a few days of Sir Owen Philipps, C.C.M.G.. M.P., and Lady Owen Philipps, tibe travelled by the express from London, ai riving at Carmarthen by the v5.19 p.m. train, and was met at the station by Sir Owen and Lady Philipps.—The Mayor and Corporation will attend St. Peter's Church Canrarthen, on Sunday morning, and will I'occive the Pfnnca-s ut he entraxwe to the church. Mr. Charles Bishop, of Cwm llf iduan. attained his 88th birthday cn Thursday, the 18th instant, and is the oldest solicitor in South Wales. Notwithstanding his great age, Mr. Bishop is as active as ever. He was born on the anniversary of the great lithographer (Dr. Johnson) in the Reform fc-ear, and three days before the death of the "great unknown" (Sir W. Scott) We heartily congratulate Mr. Bishop, and trust he will continue to enjoy the best of health.

The Talk is:- That structural alterations are going on at the old Half Moon Hotel. That this would have been a fine oppor- tunity for the Town Council to widen Danger Gate (locally known as Dark Gate). That evidently the "city fathers" are not anxious to justify their augmst existence. That the Carmarthen Town Council do not believe in paint as a wood preservative, judging from the sad need of it. That it seems rediculous to be agitating for building houses when they cannot look after their present property. That the Carmarthen Allotment Associa- tion Show was a huge success-both in quality and number of eritries. That the show was poorly supported by OUT townspeople. That several "shining lights" were to be s,en among" the new players at the Harle- quins' Trial Match last Saturday. That most of the players had done their bit" for the country. That several ratepayers are of the opinion that there will be' "no water" jrate next half-year. That threats of, non-payment are to be heard. That several consignments of bacon have been condemned in the town lately! That apples are obtainable at Id. per lb. in the town. Apples are lower than the rates at any rate. That Lloyd George's 9d. for 4d. works well in the Conwil district! That 325 insured are unprovided for :med:caUy That, the mothers of Lampeter are very indignant that three of the prizes at the recent baby show went to Llanwnen.

LOCAL NEWS. Scholastic Successes.—We heartily con- gratiilate Master Kenneth Jones. Ffoslas.I Kantgareo'c. on obtaining the Senior Cer- tificate C.W.B. with distinction in Arith- metic and Fh'ench, and Welsh Matricula- tion, fit the early age of 14.—Miss Violet Jones has also been euccssful in obtaining Welsh Matriculation with Higher English and distinction in French. Call.—Mr. E. Hedydd Jones. Rhyd- owmeTaii, and ex-student, of the Old College School, has accepted the unanimous call to Cwrtycadnnw and Pumpsaint Churches (C.M.). He will be ordained to the full work of the ministry in the next Associa- tion, and intends to commence duties im- mediately afterwards. Operatic Society.—As will be seen from cijr advertising crlumns the Carmarthen Operatic Society is being revived, and it is hoped to perform Messrs. Gilbert and Sulli- van's opera, "The Yeoman of the Guard," during the coming season. The cup, won by Mr. T. H. Jenkins, Rosedale, Parcmain, in connection with the recent Allotment Holders' Show is iiow on view in the window of Mr. Alfred C. Harvey, jeweller, King-street, the donor of the cup. Harlequins' R.F.C.—The following mem- bers of the Harlequins, R.F.C. have been ehoser. to ph') against Burry Port at the Park on Saturday next :-Fullrhack, T. H. Jenkins; three-quarters. Frank Williams, 3. J. Lews, A. Morgan, W. E. Lewie; half- backs. Arthur James und Gwvn Lewis: forwards, C. Davies (cant.), W, Walton Del Evans (vice-cant.), 1. Evans, R. Parmer, Ernie Morris, Reg Williams, and J. Rees. Home from the East.—Wood's Row was gaily decorated with flags on Monday to welcome the homeooming from Egypt of Pte. Clifford Elias, Welsh Regiment, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Elias. 6, Wood's- row. Pte. Eiias has spent four years in Egypt and Palestine, and looks well after hit, long service in the East. His sister, Ptfej Elias, !j)s serving1 wlith the W.A.A.C.'s in this country. Oxford Local Exam i iiations.-A t the Car- marthen Centre held in July last the only candidde3 who gained certificates were the following pupils of the High School, Well- field Road, of whom ten were entered, and nine passed:— Senior Certificate: First Divi- sion, First-class Honours with exemption from London Matric.: C. M. Fear. Passed: S. Davies, D. Holmes. Junior Certificate, Third-class Honours: 0 Melhuieh Passed: D. Carver, S. Hill, K. Hughes. O. Morris. Preliminary Certificate: E. Rees. LlanfalIt-eg- Eisteddfod.—At Llanfallteg Eisteddfod, on Wednesday in last week, the Chief Choral (£21) was won by the Myrddin Glee Society (conductor, Mr. Wm. Jones). There were four choirs competing. The president was Mr. John Hinds, MiP. (Lord Lieutenant of the County), and the con- ductor, Rev. J. Dyfnallt Owen. The pro- ceeds went to erect a parish war memorial hall. Food Control Committee. At the Borough Pood Control Committee on Mon- day evening, Mr David Roderick presiding, Mr. W. Dyer, member of the Carmarthen Vendors' Association, stated that the Assrxiiation had decided to ask for 8d. per gallon in the price of milk above the pro- ducer's price, which had not yet been lixel. —On the motion of Mr. W. J. Martin, seconded by Mr. W. H. Evans, it was de- cided to fix the retail price at 8d. above the producer's price.—Application for permits to obtain sugar for a reception and a tea on the occasion of a "Cvmanfa Ganu" were granted at half the quantity asked for, the Executive Officer (Mr. H. Brunei White) stating that the supply of sugar for preserv- ing had been reduced by fifty per cent. Private Xmas Cards.—Mr. W. D. Jones, Brynawel, Paroimin,, has been appointed Agent for a weil-known series of Private Christmas Cards. Excellent designs, and moderate prices. Order now for foreign mails. Sample Book can be seen at any tine, or sent to any address in the town. War Pemionq Committec.-Thc Borough War Pensions Committee on Monday even- ing interviewed the discharged soldier who aophed for a grant of J6150 to purchase two clows and carry on business as a milk ven- dor. He stated that he was u butcher's labourer before the war, and had also car- ried on business a-s a butcher "off and on," when his earnings were JS5 a week. It was len yara age since he was hist in business. 4t -A-ir. Tom Davies protested against. the idea which prevailed in this Committee that the discharged soldier should be placed :n the same position to-day as he was in 1914. If there were any fruits to be pained by the war it was the discharged sailor or soldier who was deserving of those fruits. The miner, 'the railwayman, and man who had stopped at home hnd benefitted as p result of the war, as well as industries and bi:sines=es.—It was decided to allow the np- on to lie on the t.ible. I N.F.D.S.S.-The first of a series of con- certs, under the auspicee of the Discharged 'Sailors and Soldiers' Federation, will be held at the Lyric on Sunday, September 23th next, at 8 p.m., when an excellent pro- gramme will be goilie through, to which eminent artistes will contribute. Last W'ÍnWs concerts proved most fsucpessful, and the forthcoming series promise to excel even those. Red Cross Grants.-It has been decided to make grants to hospitals and other in- stitutions in England and Wales, totalling rearly £ 1,006,000. from the surplus funds of the Joint War Committee of the British Red Cross Society and the Order of St. John. The list of the grants includes the following in \Va.!e, Breconshin:: County Infirmary, £ 7,000; Crickhowell Cottage Hos- pital (proposed), £ 1.000; Builth Cottage Hospital, £ 500. Cardiganshire: County Nursing Association, £ 1,000. Carmarthen- shire Carmarthen Infirmary, £ 6,000; Llan- eUy Civil Hospital, £ 4,000; Nursing Asso- ciation, 22.000. C.E.M.S.—The annual meeting of the St. Peter's branch ef the Church of England Men's Society was held at the Church Ilouse on Thursday evening. 11th. inst., the yicar (Rev. B. Parry Griffiths, M.A.) pre- siding. An interesting report of the work of last session was presented by the hon. sec. (Mr. R. C. Nicole). It was reported that the C.E.M.S. would be re-organised and the branch resolved to re-join the Society. The following officials were elec- C" ted:—President, The Vioar; vice-presi- dents, Rev E. Basil Herbert, M.A., and Ret. J. Jenkins, B.A. (curates); hon. sec., Mr. R C Nicole; hon treasurer, Mr. F. J. Cotterell. The assistant sec. (Mr. Harry LI. Lewis) resigned, and was thanked for his' services. Messrs. E. J. Sparry, L. Crabb and H. Yemm were chosen assistant sees., and Messrs. T. -Bartlett and C. Finch were appointed assistants to the Treasurer, and also magazine distributors. A com- mittoe, con sis: ng of the above officials, was appointed, together with the following Andrew Thomas, Wm. Bartlett, Albert Williams, and E. F. Bid- good. Corporation Men's Increase.—The Mayor (Aid. Wm. Evans) presided over a meeting of the Carmarthen Town Council on Wed- nesday night.—A. letter was read from Mr. Llewejllyn, of the National Workers' Union, stalting- that he would advise the corporation workmen to accept the coun- cil's offer of an increajse of 5s. per week on c condition that the increase should date from the 1st June.—The Town Clerk (Mr. H. B. White explained that if the in- creaso was granted from the 1st June it would mean a total of £ 97.—Mr. W. J. Martin moved that the increase be given as from the 1st June.—Mr. Geo. James pro- posed that the advance be given as from the first pay-day in August.—Mr. D. King Morgan seconded.—Aid. J. B. Arthur thought it would be fairer to pay from the 3rd September, the date when the council agreed to give the advance.—Mr. D. J. Davies seconded.—By six votes to four, it was decided to grant the advance of 58. as from the 3rd September.—The Surveyor (Mr. A. 1. Jones) reported that the water in the reservoir had risen by six inches since the council's meeting last week. Confirmation Service.—There was a large congregation at St. Peter's Church, Car- marthen, on Tuesday morning when the Bishop of St. David's, at a special confirma- tion service, confirmed six candidates, in- eluding Miss Nesta Dcnne Philipps, elder daughter of Sir Owen Philipps. G.C.M.G., and Lady Philipps, of Coomb, Llangun- nock In commemoration of the occasion, which was the seventeenth anniversary of hetr parents' wedding, Miss Philipps pre- senteii to the Church an exquisite white altar frontal, the work of five disabled sol- diers. When the frontal was on view at Chelsea House, London, a few montl* ago, the Queen admired it 60 ranch th* £ ihe ordered a replica for the private chapel at Buckingham Palaoe. The candidates were presented to the Bishop by the Vicar of t. Peter's (Rev. B. Parry GrLffiths; M.A.), whilst the Vicar of St. David's (Rev. Ben- jamin. Davies, M.A.) was Bishop's Chap- lain. TTie candidates were:—Nesta Donne Philipps; Margaret Elizabeth Lilian Jones, Llangain Vicarage: Muriel Elizabeth Anne Evans, MSeirthyr Rectory; Margar^J Wil- liams and Gwen Jones, St. Peter's; and Befcty Daniel, St. David's, Carmarthen. The service was choral, Mr. S. J. Mundy, F.R.C.O., presiding at the organ. A help- ful address was delivered by the Bishop, who spoke of the great gift given By God; the strength of His Holy Spirit, which helped them to try to do what was right, and to fight against what was wrong. Re- ferring to the beautiful new altar frontal, his Lordship said it had been given to this historic Church by a member of a family which had been so long and closely con- nected w:th the Church in the parish. The hymns rendered were "Lord of grace and holiness" (sting to the tune "Osborne," composed by H.R.H. Princess Henry of Batenberg), and '"Thine for ever, God of Love." Among the clergy present, in addi- tion to those already mentioned were: Rev. Evan Jones, vicar of Llangain Rev. J. M. Evans, rector of Merthyr; Rev. W. Ed- wards, curate of Llanllwch, and Revs. E. Basil Herbert and J. Jenkins, curates of St. Peter's. Sir Owen nad Lady Philipps, to- getlier \th Miss Philips (junior), were present. Princess Marie Louise had hoped to be present at the confirmation, but re- gretted being unable to attend.

Local Weddings. MORGANS-JENKINS. At Union-street Chapel on Thursday, the 11th inst., by the Revs. James John, Smyrna, and G. J. Griffiths, Talog, an interesting wedding was solemnised be- tween Mr. Morgan Rees Morgan, Pen- 6jdvania, America, and Mrs. Jenkins, Ifordd Farm, Llangain. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr. Thos. Phillips, Water-street, Carmarthen, was attired in a grey tailor-made costume with hat to match. Mr and Mrs. Morgans in- tend sailing to America next month. HESKINS—EVANS. A pretty wedding took place at Lammas- street Congregational Church on Sunday morning the Rev. B. Davies officiating, when Mr. Alfred Heskins, Neath, was married to Miss Joyce Evans, eldest daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Evans, Cresselly Arms, King-street. Given away by her father, the bride was smartly attired in a navy blue costume with hat to match and white furs. The bridesmaids were Miss Maggio Evans and Miss Amv Heskins (sisters of the bride and bridegroom), who wore blue cotumes with cream coloured hats. The best man was Mr. Will Heskins (brother of the bridegroom). After the ceremony the wedding breakfast was par- taken of at the bride's home, after which Mr. an:! Mrs. Heskins left for London ana Weymouth for the honeymoon. The pre- sents were numerous and costly.

Local Obituary. MISS E. A. DAVIES. On Sunday evening, Miss Either Anne Davies, last surviving daughter of Mr. T. Bland Davies, J.P., 8, Quay-street, passed a-va-v. Much sympathy is felt with Mr. Bland Davies and other members of the family, who have sustained three bereave- ments in the past six months. The funeral (private) took place at St. David's Church- yard on Wednesday afternoon, the Vicar (Rev. B. Davies, M.A.) officiating. On Monday, at the Boorugh Police Court, a vote of condolence was passed with. Air. Bland Davies, on the motion of the Mayor (Aid. Wm. Evans).

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A Wurd to Mei Inglish Ffrends. Bei "I Twm BARELS "). I been wundring this gwd bit what keind of a cat that be whitsh has cum akross ffrom Amerrika to disterb this ountri. Thei be col her "Pwssi-ffwt," but now I lern that she be a weild cat as wants to riwl the hoi wurld. Jist ffansi, the Yanki got the blwm- ing cheek to run akross to tel us what we ar to eet and drink, and what we ar not. That be jist the Yanki cheek ol over. Owld Jonathan kept his koko-nut owt of the war til he thot it was seff ffor him to cum in, and then when he did do eo at the 11th ower, he wants to cleim the credit ffor having wun the war. To fflanders with him. I be towld that Jonathan has sent akross sum ledis (enihow they be ffeminin jender, so I sippoe thei be ledisl to preetsh this weild-kat Temprans. Wei it be a verri ffunni thing, but when peeple ffeil to do sumthing thei must trci to didl the Guvr- mint to pass los on the kwestion. Lwk at the Dissistablishmint. The "sekred pick- pockets" ffeild to grab the mimbers ffrom the jurch to the jappels, so ther was nuthing to do but to pass a Akt of Parlamint to trei and bowl ovur the jurch. Now the Tem- prans jokers cant stop the cask ffrom run- ning, 60 thei must tern to Parlamint. What ffor thei dont ffeit a cleen ffeit. This showe that the god thees jokers got be not the God of owld. He did not want eni Parla- mint to ffeit his battls. This god of the kolekshon plot be too week to ffeit at ol. Jonathan cums ffrom Yanki-land To teetsh us how to liv; He'd tek the grub ffrom owt owr mowth, But ne'er a cent he'l giv: Its not inuff to grab owr tred, And cleim that HE did win the war; But down our throt his gospel shuvs, And wants to shut owr piblik bar. To blezis with yiw, 'Unkl Sam, We nows yiwr sneeking litl weis; Yiw sev yiwr preshus blwming skin, But coler ol the preis: iw riwl yiwr doler-ridn land, And owt of owrs keep yiwr nos; In kes yiw ffeind it bleeding soon, Sutsh things do happn, wel, hoo nows! Bwl's bwl-dog growls at "Pwssi-ffwt," Yiw'd better watsh her, Unkl Sam; And col her back reit joli cwjçk, Her leiff's not wurth a dam: Of let yiw'v grown too meiti prowd, Jon Bwl dont leik yiwr weis; Wan in the ei yiw'l get, mei boy, Wan of thees blwming deis.

Mr. Hamilton Archibald at Carmarthen. Mr. Geo. Hamilton Archibald, Exten- sion Lecturer of the Sunday School Union and Director of Studies at Westhill Train- ing Institute, paid a welcome return visit to Carmarthen this week, when he ad- dressed large gatherings at Tabernacle Bap- tijrt; Church on "Our boys and Girls: Their Powers a.tid Perils" The meetings consis- ted of a series of Lecture-Conferences, at each of which Mr. Archibald dealt with his subject in a comprehensive and instructive manner. There were large gatherings at each meeting. In order that the officials of th- Sunday Schools of the town might meet Mr. Archibald Mr. John Hinds, M.P. (Lord lieutenant of Cat inartheii.hire) gave a reoe})t'on at Tabernacle Schoolroom on Tuesday eveiing. Mr. John Hinds waa unavoidably absent, and was deputised by his brother, Mr. Tom Hinds, Brynteg, who also presided over the evening meeting. Mr. E S. Allen, M.A. (I^he Grammar School), ;n his words of welcome, said he firmly believed that education was of little value unless they had a religious sanction at the bottom of ft (hear, hoar). It had been stated that the wax had brought been stated that the wax had brought forth good, and that our young people would be nobler beings. This was not eo. How could good come from brutal ism, fighting and hatred. Education with religion was what was needed (hear, hear). In responding, Mr. Archibald referred to the pleasure it gave him to visit Carmar- then once more. The study of the child was an important work. The child was ot greater value to the Church than the Church was to the child. Afterwards a public meeting was held. In a powerful address Mr. Archibald spoke of the child's endowments and cap- tivated his hearers by his lucid remarks, which were interspersed with humorous anecdotes. He made an astounding state- ment that, without taking, the late war into consideration, the Sunday Schools of this country had, during the last ten years, lost 1.000,000 scholars. The secretaries are Miss Wheldon, Wellfield-road, and Mr. T. J. Evans, Waterloo-terrace, who have laboured unremittingly to ensure success.

The Six Days Motor Trials. The ?ix days' trials, under the auspices of the" Auto Cycle Union, are being held this week, and are of no little interest to r enthusiastic motorists. The reason for this ) is that they are not speed contests, but I 'reliability trials, so that the various makes of machines- get well tested. Each day a fresh route is taken, starting from Llan- drindod Wells in the morning and return- ing there each evening. Monday's run was a short one of 985 miles, the fiirst rider starting out at 2.30 p.m.. returning at 9 p m. The competitors run with a minute's irfterval between each, (so that with 114 entrants, almost two hours wiMTbe occupied bv the trial in passing any cne point. Tuesday's run enters Carmarthenshire and Cardiganshire, and includes some pretty stiff hills and corners. The following places are touched on the route,—Start 8 a.m., Ntfwbridge-on-Wj'e.. Llanafan-jar;r, Garth, Llarigammaroli, Llandovery, Uarfwrda, Llansawel, Llanybyther, Bronwydd Arms, Conwil, Newcastle-Emlyn, Synod, Aber- ayron, Uansaintffraid, Cross Inn, Yst.rad Mourig, Yfbyttv Ystwyth, Elan. Valley, Rhayader, &c. A good number of Carmar- then motor enthusiasts went out to Bron- wydd Arms to see the run. and the sharp (turning there proved a difficult one for some of the competitors, others, although apparent strangers, swinging round grace- fully Three "Morgans'^ fcnadte rather a poor show, but the fourth, driven by Mr. H. F. S. Morgan, swung round beautifully. The Sunbeams and the Scott were much admired, and from what could bo seen pro- mised to g:ve the others something to do. The BS. A. combination, ridden by Mr. W. Edwards, Bridge-street (with Mrs. Edwards a.s passenger) was going well, as was the rolo Humber ridden by his brother, Mr. Jim Edwards. Capt. Lindsay, a good sup- porter of the Carmarthen trials, seemed to be making a fine bid for the laurels with his 4 h.p. Norton. Given fair luck, the captain is a dangerous competitor. On Friday (to-day) the run consists of a por- tion of Carmarthenshire again, the route compris'tig Builth, Swansea, along the Car- marthen main road to Llansawel (3.10 p.m.), Caio, Llanfair-ar-y-bryn, Garth, &c. 410.

IN MEMORIAM. Rogers.—In loving memory of Private T. Rogers, son of Mr. and Mrs. II. Rogers, Tanerdv. Carmarthen, who was killed in France on Sept. 19th, 1918; aged 20.— Ever remembered by Father, Mother, Brother and Sister. (PA1110 Evans —In loving memory Off Private David L. Evans, Royal Bucks Hussars, who fell in action September 23th, 1917.— Fondly remembered by his Parents, Sis- ters. and Brothers, North House. Llany- byther. (PA1086 Jones.—In loving and sweet remembrance of Gwendraeth (Gwen), second daughter of Mi* and Mrs. J. D. Jones. School House, Tlandc-feiiog, who died September 18th. 1918.—Parted awhile from Mama, Dacla, Brothers and Sisters.

Markets. CATTLE. Birmingham (Pigs: daily).—Supplies in- cluded 530 from Ireland, 110 from Wales, 60 from the Eastern, and 30 from the Midland Counties, 70 from Somersetshire, and 70 from Oxfordshire. Live weight prices:-All classes 21s per score (14s 8d per stone of 14 Ibs.). Dead weignt prices:—All classes 28s per score (19s 7d per stone). Leicester, Sept. 10.—Smaller supply of cattle and quality not so good, especially in the case of the bullocks. Useful entry of sheep and lambs of good quality. London, Metropolitan Cattle Market, Sept. 8.—About the same number of cattle on offer as last week, all being Irish beasts, but quality generally was not so good; 1st grade averaged about 79s 3d, and cows 74s 3d per live cwt. Only 63 sheep were penned, all Irish grass-feds of fair quality. Northampton, Sept. 10.—Similar supply of cattle to last week; the bullocks were of fair quality, but the cows were mostly in- ferior. Sheep in smaller supply, but quality slightly better. Salford, Sept. g.-Rathe-r larger market of cattle, nearly 500 beasts being consigned from Birkenhead and about &00 Welsh and local cattle. Sheep and lambs included 850 from the north country and 320 Welsh; quality fairly good, except the Welsh lambs, which were medium and plain. At the Manchester pig market the supply was small and insufficient for the demand. Wolverhampton, Sept. 10.—Very small supply of cattle and sheep, but pigs were shown in fairly good numbers. Leicester, Sept. 6.-Trade for store cattle showed a slight improvement, some good quality Runts, weighing V4 cwts., realising jMO per head, or about <58s 6d per live cwt. Dairy cows were in better demand at quite i02 per head more money. Calves also met a dearer trade, prices advancing about 5s per head. Northampton, Sept. 6.—There were about 100 more store cattle on offer than last week, and the demand was rather better for all classes; there was a fair proportion of three- year-old beasts, of from 9 to 11 cwts., which made L35 to J342, while smaller three-year- olds made £ 28 to JB52, barren cows up to £ 35, two-year-olds L23 to £ 26, and yearlings JB9 to J316, per head. Dairy cows in short supply and all classes met with more en- quiry: a few down-oalvers made from £ 36 to JB45 per head. There was a fair demand for strong lambs at 60s to 67s 6d each, while other sorts showed an upward tendency in price. PROVISIONS. Carmarthen, Sat., Sept. 13.-No butter on offer. Eggs very scarce, and sold at 45s per 120. Poultry scarce, sold at controlled prices.

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KIDWELLY. Master Haydn Parry, a pupil of the Na- tional School .has been awarded a free place at the Llanelly Intermediate School, as a result of the examination held last June. The garden pajrtv given by Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Smart at Mountain View on Thurs- day afternoon in last week, was a delight- ful function, and host and hostess enter- tained the nurses of the V.A.D. and other Redi Cross workers with their proverbial kindness and hospitality. The party was photographed 011 the lawn, and after tea games, including golf-croquet, were in- dulged in until late in the evening. We regret to record the death, which occurred at her residence. Croft-terrace, on Tuesday in this week, of Mrs. Davies, wife of Mr. D. S. Davies. for many years agent for the Prudential Assurance Company. Deceased, who had patiently borne a long il!*ess, was one of the most faithful mem- bers of the Morfa C.M. Church. We would remind our readers that Saving Certificates are still available for purchase through a Savings Association, the Post Office or any Bank. For small investors they are the most profitable investment, vieiding interest at the rate of 5i per cent. Information re the working of Savings' Associations will be readily given by Mr. D. O. Jones, Cattle School, ctc-retary ot the Loc Committee.

BWLCHNEWYDD. The death lias occurred of Mr. f'avid Trinities, son of Mr. and Mrs. ^hes, Cilycrug Factory. Deceased, who v. orl,.v q of age, w,, not of r r bn <ir; s'ttit-cn. Ot an una-srmming dis^ositioni" had led an exemplary life. He was a, member of St. Peter's Church, Carmarthen, and despite the distance between his home and flie town, was most faithful in his attendance at Church and Sundav School. The eeteem in which he was held in the district was manifest at the funeral, which took place at tho Congregational Chapel burial ground, Bwlchnewydd, on Sat'iraav afternoon, when a large number gathered to pay their ia;#: respects. Revs. E. lipsil Herbert and John Jenkins (curates of St. Peter's Parish) officiated at the house, and Revs. E. B. Lloyd (minister) and D. Sri- ffiths, Talop, at the cnanel, and Rev. T. M. Morgan, vicar of Newchurch, at the grave- side. Much sympathy is felt with the be- reaved parents and brother and sister in their sorrow.

LLANDILO. Superintendent John Evans (Deputy Chief) evidently claims to be an authority on the law of evidence., He challenged a solicitor at the petty sessions at Llandilo on Saturday that he would teach h:in-free of cost. A pretty wedding was solem;zed at the Capel Newydd, Orescent Road, Llandilo, on J^iesdav 111"t, the contracting parties being Mr John Davies, an employee of Messrs. 1-.iae Thomas & Son. Corner House, Car- marthen-street, Llandilo, and Miss Bessie Davies, elder daughter of Mr. David Davies, of 10, Thomas-terrace, Llandilo. The bride, who was charmingly attired, was given away by iier father, and was attended by her sistci, Miss Maggie Davies, as bridesmaid; wliilst Mr. John Phillips, ot Swansea, acted as best man. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Wm. Davies (The Walk), pastor of the chapel, assisted by the Rev Mr. Williams, of Nantymoe! (cousin of the bride). inf-ss Olwen Wil- l'sims, organist of the chapel, presided at the orirtm. After the ceremony the happy couple were greeted with confetti as they emerged from the sacred edifice. They entered a motor-car and drove to the bride's home, where the wedding breakfasft was partaken of, and later in the day entrained fcfr Blackpool, where the honeymoon will be spent. The presents were both numer- ous and costly. Anniversary services were held at Siloh Independent Chapel, Penybank, Llandilo, on Sunday last, when the special preacher iams, on was the Rrv. Seriol Williams, Poniardawe. The Rev. Stephen Thomas, pastor con- ducted the services, and Miss Rachel Thomas. Oefnrhiwlas, the organist of the chapel, presided at the organ, and Mr. John Roderick, Lower Walk, Llandilo, con- c ducted the singing. Congregations were large throughout the day, and the preach- ing was of a high standard.

LLANDYSSUL. Mr Daniel Evans, late of Cwrtmelyn, who has just been demobilised after serving three years overseas, had the misfortune of beni! twice torpedoed, his first trying ex- perience was when the troopship which he was on was attacked by a U Boat when perience was when the troopship which he was on was attacked by a U Boat when about- 3D0 miles off the Irish Coast, and I with others had to take to the boats after the ship had been hit, and was for nine hours at tlie mercy of the waves. They were picked up by an oil tanker and landed I at St. John's, Newfoundland, where they rvxvk ved e\e»y attention. A similar ex- pprience was in store when in the "Gulf Off Corinth" they were, again atftacked at short range by another under sea monster, and had to abandon their stricken ship when assistance was fortcoming from the shore. On Wednesday }Il, the members and friends of Ebone/er Baptist Chapel jour- neyed to Aberystwyth by char-a-bancs for their ai*nw..l outing; all enjoyed themselves fcharoughify. The ohar-aUmc service re- cently introduced in the district is a great boon to day trippers in this locality, the train fare being prohibitive since the dis- continuance of cheap excursion trains plus the 50 per cent. now charged on ordinary fares. Mr Henry Jones, auctioneer, conducted a. sale of freehold farm, lands, and pre- mises on Tuesday at tho Wilkes' Head Hotel, Llandyssul, called "Pontfaen," situ- ate in the parish of Llanfihangel ar-arth, 1 und li miles of Pencader, was sold to Mr. James Davfcs, Synnod-isaf Farm, Cross Inn. Card., for £ 1,435. Solicitors for the vendors were Messrs. Evans Thomas and Jones, Llandyssul.

On Saturday last, at the Mynyddcerrig < snorts, the boys of the Gwendraeth School, Pontlyberem, took the, challenge shield offered for competition amongst the school of the district. j

LLANDEBIE. A pretty wedding took place on the 3rd inst. at Saron Baptist Church, Llandebie, in which great interest was taken. Both the parties are well known, the bride being very popular at Saron. She was Miss M. A. Thomas, of the Saron Post Office, and the only child of the late Mr. John Thomas and Mrs. Thomas, and grand-daughter of the late Rev. John Thomas, Saron. The bridegroom was the Rev. Gwilym Owen, B.A., the es- teemed m nister of the Baptist Church at Ferndale. The bride, who was given away by her cousin, Mr. J. Owen Parry, civil engineer, Ammanford, looked charming- in a dress of white ivory charmcuse with an over- dress of nixon with mother of pearl and orange blossom trimmings, with a white georgette hat to match. She carried a sheaf of madona lilies. The bridesma d, were the Misses Francis Parry and Amelia Watkins, cousins of the bride, who wore a dress of apricot crepe de chene, trimmed with tur- quoise blue and silver-grey crepe de chene, with white cloth hats to match. They car- ried shower bouquets of pink and mauve I asters with trailing ferns. Miss Millicent Rees was attired in a pink crepe de chene dress with a piffy cap. She aiso carried a basket of flowers of pink and mauve asters. The little page boys, Masters Eiddon and Gwilym Parry, added to the brilliancy of the occasion. Both looked exceedingly smart in black velvet and crepe de chene blouses. The duties of best man were performed by Mr. Dan Jones, the precentor at the bride- groom's church. The Revs. D. S. Davies (Saron) and J. Jenkins (Gwili) officiated. A reception was afterwards held at the resi- dence of the bride, and amongst those pre- sent were Mrs. Thomas (mother of the bride), the Rev. and Mrs. D. S. Davies, Rev. J. Jenkins, Gwili, Cardiff; Mrs. W. Samuel, Church-street, Llanelly (aunt of the bride); Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Samuel and Mr. Ernest Samuel (cousins); Mr. Rees Jones, Quay- street, Ammanford; Mr. Tom Owen, Hir- wain (cousins); Mr. Dan Jones, Ferndale; Mr. and Mrs. E. Rees, Bodlondeb; Mr. David Parry (uncle,); Misses May and Amelia Watkins, Tycroes (cousins); Mr. Joe Parry (cousin); Misses Francis and Florrie Parry, Ammanford.; Mr. and Mrs. J. Owen Parry, Ammanford (cousins); Mr. W. T. Rhys, Ammanford; Mr. G. V. Davies, Pare Wern; Mr. W. B. Vaughan; Mr. J. Morgan, Ty- croes, and others. Later in the day the happy couple motored to Builth Wells en route for Barmouth. The following is a list of wedding presents :-Bride's mother, household linen and plate; Mr. David Parry (uncle), cheque; bride to bridegroom, gold links and studs; bridegroom to bride, dia- mond brooch and wristlet watch; Mrs. Samuel, Llanelly, cheque; Mr. and Mrs. J. Owen Parry, Ammanford, silver eperne and spirit kettle; Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Rees, Bodlondeb, Penybank, Shereton overmantle; Mrs. Parry, Telegraph- Hotel, Ammanford, china, flowerpot and pedestal; Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Fox, Porthcawl, silver fruit basket; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Samuel, Llanelly, cheque; Miss Amelia Watkins, Mountain Gate Hotel, Tycroes, pair of silver candle- sticks; Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Anthony, Awel- fa, Penybank, silver butter dish; Miss Florence Parry, Telegraph, Ammanford, Hack china flower pot; Miss Mary Watkins, Mountain Gate Hotel, Tycroes, oak and silver biscuit barrel; Rev. and Mrs. Mere- dith, Hereford, hand-embroidered cloth; Miss Francis Parry, Tdcgraptr Hotel, Am- manford, hand-made lace afternoon tea- cloth; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Parry, Ammanford, dEttwiijg*, Offl mirror; Mr. Ah"' 0. Bodlondeb, Penybank, McfKneer; Miss F. Davies, Swansea, case of silver fish knives and forks; Miss M. R. Rees, Bodlondeb, Penybank, table centre; Miss Pamela and Master Daphne Fox, Porthcawl, pen-painted table centre; Master Eiddon and Gwilym Parry, Ammanford, silver brush, comb and mirror; Miss Millicent Rees, Penybank, handwork table centre; Miss E. Meirion Rees, Penybank, black cat; Mr. Rees Jones, Quay-street, Ammanford, silver cake basket; Mrs. Rees, Colliers' Arms, Saron, Llandebie, sugar ba-sin and sifter; 'Mr. Dan Jones, Ferndale, gilt photo frames; Mr. W. B. Vaughan, Tycroes, silver cheese dish; Mrs. Rees, Morning Star, Capel Hendre, jam dish; Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Gwynfryn, Saron, marmalade dish; Mr. and Mrp. J. Davies, Duffryn-road, Saron, old china tea- pot; Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Dogsbrook, Saron, rose bowl; Mrs. Jones, Maes-ifor Farm, Llandilo, rosebud china tea caddy; Mrs. Bowen, Llandilo, old china candle- sticks; Mr. and Mrs. Morgans, Tawelfa Saron, case of silver fruit knives and forks; Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Rhys, Ammanford, Copeland china cucumber dish; Mr. and Mrs. J. Morgan, Rhuddlan, Saron, silver jam dish; Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Tidmarsh, Malta House, Saron, silver egg-stand; Mrs. Bevan, Pantyrheol, Saron, white and gold teacups and saucers; Mrs. Roberts, Dolywawr, Capel Hendre, china vases; Mrs. Phillips, Carmar- then, Irish lace d'oyleys; Miss Morgan Jen- kins, Swansea, rose Roman print cover and table centre; Miss Lewis, Llandilo, white satin willow painted cushions; Miss Bevan, Swansea, white Roman satin painted cushions • Miss Bevan, Swansea, mauve satin handwork table centre; Mrs. Jones, Pleasant View, Saron, cheque; Mrs. Morris, Tany- graig, C'apel Hendre, Chippendale china egg- cups; Mrs. Davies, Malta House, Saron, gold; Mrs. Williams, Pleasant View, Saron, cheque; Mrs. Bevan, Brynmair, Saron, cheque; Mr. O. Owens, Waunrhydegfa Farm, Saron, antique mirror.

PONTARDULAIS. On Saturday the members of The Friends in Need Society, numbering about 50, at- tached to the Farmers' Arms Hotel, Pontar- dulais, held their first annual outing since the commencement of the war. The day turned out beautifully fine, and they jour- neyed to Llanstephan by motor-cars. The first stop was made at Carmarthen, and then they proceeded to the Union Hall, where an excellent meal awaited them. The tables had been most tastefully decorated, and the various bountiful courses gave the utmost satisfaction to one and all, and reflected the greatest credit upon Mr. and Mrs. Rees, proprietors. After the tables had been cleared an excellent miscellaneous pro- gramme was gone through, contributed to by Messrs. Dan Davies, Albert Davies, T. Burtonshaw (gas manager), Jack Eustr Je, Bil Jones, Dai John Turner, W. Haggar, etc., etc. Messrs. Richard Jones and R. Leyshon Davies, A/ presided at the grand piano. During an nt, rval Mr. E. Morley (chairman) on beh I of the society, pre- eented Mr. R. T. J es (Dick) with a gold- mounted Swan fot.ruain pen suitably en- graved, value L2 10s., for his invaluable ser. vices as honorary secretary. Vociferous applauses followed. The recipient suitably responded, and then followed votes of thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Rees and all who had assis- ted in making the day such a success. On the return journey another halt was made at the Butchers' Arms, Carmarthen, where Mr. P. Downing, on behalf of the society, presented Mr. Evans, the landlord, with a silver-mounted walking-stick, suitably en- graved, for the great kindness shown by j him during the last trip just five years ago. After the response all the company joined I in singing "For he's a jolly good fellow," and a start for home was made after a jolly good day's outing. A question was asked at the Union Hall on Saturday, "What is the difference be- tween these two brothers, then ?' "Oh," was the prompt reply, "One sells beer and ] the other drinks it." J A pretty wedding was solemnised at Sardis Welsh Baptist Chapel, Llanedi, Pontardu- lais, 011 Tuesday morning irt last week-. The contracting parties were Miss iNaomi Morris, daughter of Mr. Lewis Morris and the late Mrs. Morris, Glasfryn, Hendy, and Mr. John David Mor- gan, son of the late Mr. John Morgan and of Mrs. Morgan, Gwynfryn, Alltiago-road. The bridegroom joined the R.A.M.C. in August, 1914, and continued till November, 1915, after being a prisoner,of war for nine months. The bride Was a school tether and a V.A.D. The officiating minister was Professor Silas Morris, M.A., Bangor, uncle of the bride, while Mr. Evan Morgan Jones, acted as best man. The chief bridesmaid was Miss M. Griffiths, Sketty, and there were three youthful pages in attendance. Miss Emily Morgan, A.L.C.M., played the "Wedding March." The weddipg breakfast was partaken of at the bride's home, after which the happy couple left for North Wales, where the honeymoon will be spent. The presents were numerous and costly. In connection with the proposed Orchestral Society for Pontardulais, a meeting was held at the Mechanics' Institute on Monday even- ing in last week. Despite several counter- attractions there was a good attendance, and Mr. W. E. Davis was voted to the chair. A committee, composed chiefly of the con- ductors of the various places of worship, was formed. Another meeting will be held at the same place on Monday lIext when offi- cials, such as a conductor, secretary, and treasurer, etc., will be appointed. As cos- ductor there should be no hesitation what- ever. The services of Mr. E. R. Pritchard, F.Mus., N.C.M., London, Mus.Bac. should be sought immediately, as he is not only an expert and accomplished musician, but also a most refined and intelligent gentleman and who will be a credit to any musical or any other organisation. We wish him every suc- cess. School teacher: What is the matter with you, bo 'N"? You are exactly like a clown. It is on the stage you ought to be, you idiot.

LLANDOVERY. In connection with the Cilgwyn Estate sale, conducted at Llandovery by Messrs. Wm. and Waiter James, the two lots with- drawn at the sale were subsequently dis- posed of as follows :-Farm and lands, Baily- ryn, 56a.. and let at £ 38 p.a., was pur- chased by Mr. T. W. Rogers, Blaenem-m, Llangadock, for £950, with JEM in addition for timber; fm and lands, Tirycoed, 68a., let at £46 p.a., was also sold to Mr. T. W. Rogers for £ 1,055, with E55 for timber. The sale realised altogethr £ 26,192 10s. At the Stationmaster's office on Tuesday evening in last week, the members of the Locomotive and Permanent Way Depart- ments in the Llandovery district presented Mr. Aldridge, stationmaster, with a costly leather dressing-case and leather wallet in recognition and appreciation of his many kind services during the ten years he has held the position.—Mr. Herbert James, Riga, House, presided, and speeches were deli- vered by Mr. R. Thomas, Mr. R. Lloyd, Mr. J. Edwards, Mr. J. G. Evans, and Mr. John Griffiths. The presentation was made on behalf of the subscribers by Councillors R. Thomas, of Mafeking Villa. Mr. Aldridge thar-ked them for their unexpected gift, and poi .toed ",It the wages bill had gone up ten times and the staff doubled in number since he came to Llandovery in September, 1909. Mr. Aldridge leaves shortly for Marsden, Yorkshire. Mr. W. J. Williams, of Llanfair Grange, v ho presided over the public meeting on Friday night last, proved himself a fluent and captivating speaker, and, as the Vicar stated, possesses plenty of talent, but re- quires bringing out. Mr. Williams would make an ideal member on the Council, and we hope soon to find him installed in the municipal chamber. The topic of alleged "profiteering" caused quite a flutter at the last meeting of the Council. Alderman C. P. Lewis, who never believes in hitting below the belt, quite straightforwardly remarked that he had been told that the Food Control Committee tor the borough were aware that profiteer- ing was taking place. Councillor R. Thomas chimed in with a stronger indict- ment, alleging that profiteering was ram- pant in the town. Naturally, the Com- mittee are indignant at such drastic com- ments and are determined to have the matter thrashed out, and in justice to them, this is the only proper course to pur- sue. We await developments. The marriage qf Miss L. H. Jones, the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Jones, of Brynywawr, Penybanuk, Llan- dilo, and sister of Mr. D. Davis Jones, of Pontaur, Llandovery, to Mr Luther Daniel, of Ivy House, Felinfoel, Llanelly, t.ook place at Siloh Chapel, Penybank, Llandilo, on Wednesday in last week. The bride had been for a considerable number of years an assistant matron at Llandilo Union Work- house, whilst the bridegroom had served since the commencement of the war in the Royal Field Artillery, and seen consider- able service in France. The bride, who was given away by her father, was char- mingly attired. Miss May Jones (sister) acted as bridesmaid, and Mr. Silas Daniel (brother of the bridegroom) as best man. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Stephen Thomas, pastor. The service was choral, and Miss Raddy Thomas presided at the organ. The wedding breakfast was partaken of at the residence of the bride's parents, and amongst those present were the bride's parents; bride and. bridegroom; Mr. Thomas Jones (brother); Mr. D. Davis Jones (brother); the Mis May and Blod- wen Jones (sisters); Mrs. Evans (matron); Mr. David Daniels and Mr. Silas Daniels (brothers of bridegroom); Miss Dorothy Daniels (sister); and Miss Thomas, Cornor House. The honeymoon is Leing spcont at Aberystwyth.

LLANPUMPSAINT. On Tuesdav of last week, after lingering illncsr, the death of Mr. Dd. Davies, Mill Farm, took place, at the age of 58 years. Deceased was very popular in the district, and was of a very kind nature. Hq was the oldest member of the Parish Council. He was a faithful member of Bethel C.M. Chapel, where his remains were laid to rest the following Friday, when a large number of sympathisers were present to pay him their last respects. The Rev. E. Davies, pastor^ officiated, assisted by Rev. W. Lewis, Caersalem, and Rev. J. D. Evans Pencader. He left to mourn his loss widow and four children and many other near relatives and friends.

NOTICE TO LICENSED VICTUALLERS According to law every licensed victualler is compelled to exhibit retail prions of the various drinks. Cards, showing the eon- trolled prices, may be obtained at the JOURNAL Offioe, Carmarthen. Price, 6d. j each.

Letters to the Editor. THE LIQUOR RESTRICTIONS. Sir,—It is to be hoped that the Govern- ment will not persist in their intention to transfer to the Licensing Commission which is being set up the powers previously held by the Liquor Control Board. The public, generally, feel that the time has now come when the restrictions imposed bv the Board during the war should be removed. It would be well for the Government to realise the extent to which conditions have changed, and, that those restrictions, which were ac- cepted as inevitable during war time will not be tolerated during times of !Jènce.- Yours, &c., A. G. HARRIES.

LLANSTEPHAN. On Monday afternoon, 15th inst., a plea- sant hour was spent at the School, when the children were presented with Com- memorative Peace Cups and Medals. A large number of friends and parents was present. Major T. H. Dowdeswell, D.L., J.P., presided, and briefly addressed the gathering. He was very pleased to be present on that auspicious occasion, which caused them all to rejoice at the lessing of peace. He was glad to see them all so bright, eager and expectant for the beauti- ful souvenirs provided for them by kind friends. He wns always only too happy to respond to any appeal made for the wel- fare and happiness of the children (cheers). Rev. D. E. Thomas, Park Villa, had mucli pleasure in proposing a hearty vote of thanks to the subscribers who so readily responded to the appeal of Mr. Evans, the headmaster, for means to provide the chil- dren with a celebration worthy of the occa- sion. An old scholar, in the person of Mr. Pen Williams, who has made good in Lon- don Town, verv cheerfully provided the Peace Cups, wnile the other subscribers for the events of Peace Dav last July were:-The Chairman; Mir. Ben Harris, London; Mr. W. I-I. ITiggin, The Plas; tr. G. Barrett Evans, J.P.. C.C., and Mr. J. LI Richards, D.C.. Pantathro. Mr. W. seconded, and the vote was voci- ferously received. A short programme of national and patriotic airs was rendered by the children. The Chairman said they now reached the long-expected event of the dis- tribution. Owing to unavoidable circum- stances, it was not possible to obtain the souvenirs in July, and so the final peace- making took place that day. He now was pleased to call upon Mrs. Scott, St, Anthony's Cottage (a lady who for over half a century had been connected with all school celebrations, and everything connected with the happiness of the chil- dren); Mrs. Ben Williams and Mrs. Moore, london; Mrs. Jol|n, Holmesdale; Miss; Dowdeswell, The Cottage, and Miss Rich- ards. Pantathro, to present each child with <t cup and medal. This ceremony con- cluned, hearty rounds of cheers for the ladies, chairman, subscribers, and the teachers brought a memorable meeting to a close.

LAUGHARNE. A strenuous life has been closed with the diti-i.th of Mr. Charles M. Jacobs, which occurred at Glanyrnor, Laugharne, a resi- dence, wtuc.h deceased had recently pur- chased. Mr. Jacobs returned from America a few years ago and settled at Wimbledon Park. Deceased, who was a brother-in-law of Mr George Thomas, the well-known Cardiff docksman, was interred at. Penarth, the whole of ithe funeral arrangements be'rg carried out by Mr. Tom Lewis, builder, Glynteg, Barn Road, Carmarthen.