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DOLGELLY.
DOLGELLY. PttiMRORK LKAGUE.— Under the auspices of the Primrose Ltpgue a fancy dress ball was held at the Public Rooms. A very large and fashionable assembly were gathered together, the dancing being thoroughly enjoyed by all. Some of the dresses were exquisite, notably those of ladies in the characters of Cleopatra, a Sbeperdess, Lady Teazle, Mephistophiles, Chef, John Chinaman, and a Knight of the Bath. Refreshments were provided bv Mr Davies, Criterion Restaurant, while the usual part of the programme was well sustained by a Quadrille Band from Wrexham. The success of the venture is very gratifying to the members of the committee. This consisted of Capt Bailey, Messrs H. Lloyd (N. & P. Bank), Bicknel!, G. Rowe, David Owen, L W Norton, Mrs Carnegie Williams, MiseesFinnis, Millard, C. Evans and B. Hughes (hon Eec). The room was tastefully decorated by Mr H. Parry Jones. CYCLIST VOLUNTEER INSPECTION.—On Saturday last the local cycle corps was visited by the Adjutant of the 3rd Y.B. R.W.F., Captain W. G. Braithwaite, D.S.O., and was exercised in attack practice and in rearguard work against an enemy represented by a number of returned South Africans. In the evening an entertainment was given at the Company's headquarters. Mr M. W. Griffith, Mus. Bac., kindly offered his services as accompanist and the programme, which was of a most varied and interesting character, went well from start to finish. A musical sketch was con- tributed by Mr J. R. S. Furlong, M.A.; songs by Mr J. Jones of Conis, L-Corpl. H. M. Ellis and Cyclists J. H. Lloyd and J. Owen; recitation by Cyclist R. E. Jones; step dancing by A. Williams, and instrumental selections were ably rendered by Sergt-Instructor Cox, Clr.Sergt Mills, Cyclist R. O. Williams, and Sergt Arnfield, who also gave a selection on the gramophone. Undoubtedly the greatest treat of the evening was the d net" Ex. celsior," sung by Messrs Harold Jones and Meirion Davies During an interval Capt G. W. Kinman gave a short lecture on the colours of the Royal Weigh Fusiliers. He explained the meaning of the various badges and inscriptions, and showed how the history of England for the last 200 years could almost be read from the list of battle honours borne by the regimental standard. Starting with the four great battles of Marlborough's campaign- Blenheim, Ramillies, Oudeoarde, aud Malplaquet- an account was afterwards given of th. til- ing incidents at, Dettingen and Minden, and of the long years campaigning in the Peninsula, though lack of time prevented a description of Albuera and Waterloo. The story was told of the capture of the gun at the- Alma, of The Soldiers' Battle," of Sebast&pol trenches, of the first Ashanti campaign of the regiment's deeds "on the road to Manda'lay." A touch of actuality was given to the account of the two recent honours, Pekin and South Africa, by the presence in the room of men who had helped to gain each of them.
BOARD OF GUARDIANS.
BOARD OF GUARDIANS. SATURDAY. Piesent: Mr H Hughes. Llanfachreth (chair- .u-V'ö" noj ?d;->s, .iIjv■- II jT•:}• Ai a,TOTilf LvuiÏ" and Edward Williams, Dolgelley; John Edwards, Ellis Evans, and John Roberts, Rrithdir and Islawr- dref; Morris Evans, Llanaber Ellis Pughe Jones, Llandd wyweis David Tudor, Llanegryn • M. G. Williams and J. R. Jones, Llanenddwyn Hywel Pugh, Llanfachreth; Cadwaladr Roberts, Llan- gelynin, and R. Guthrie Jones, clerk. STATISTICS. Out-relief administered during the past fortnight: Dolgelley district, per Mr Thomas Parry, aCl38 18s 7d to 231 paupers; and Talyllyn district, per Mr W. Davies, JE116 16s to 193 paupers; number in the house, 43, last year corresponding period, 53. Vagrants relieved during the past fortnight, 52, last year, 31. Balance in the bank, R526 19s. 8d. Parishes in arrear, £ 881; cheques signed £ 916 5s. 5d. A MONIED PAUPER. The Clerk read a letter from Nantwich Union with reference to Catherine Reaney, eighty years of age, who was in the Dolgelley Workhouse. She has OVfr in the bank and an annuity of X8 which the Guardians draw upon to defray her relief. Nantwich Guardians, who were asked to accept cbargeability, said that it was clear that the woman was not destitute and ought not to be receiving relief at all. When she became charge- able properly the matter cou'd be considered.—It was resolved to continue the present arrangement. SPECIAL CASES. At the last meeting it was stated thht a woman at Bontddu, whose husband was in South Africa applied for relief for her children. The Guardians thought it would be bet ter for the children to be brought into the Workhouse. On Saturday it was stated that the mother was ill and that tbe children were not willing to go into the house. As, how- ever, it was feared they were suffering from want of food, it was decided to exercise pressure to get them to comply with the decision of the Guardians. -The case of a woman at Barmouth was also mentioned. She was in receipt of 4s. out-relief and it was stated that she had recently received 14s. from her husband in addition to the reHef.—Mr Hugh Evans explaimcl that that was an arrear from her husband on an order for maintenance.— Mr Parry, the relieving officer, thought it illegal to give out-relief in the circumstances and hoped' he i-,ould be indemnifit cl by he Guardians if he was surcharged by the auditor.— [t was agreed to con- tinue the 4s. relief and to ask the husband to pay fortnightly in future. RELIEF OF PEKIN. A letter was received from the War Office saying that they wou^d consider the question of a pension of Peter Williams, of tbe Welsh Furriers on his discharge frcm the asylum. A medal won by Wiliiams fit the relief of Pekin was produced at the Board. THE WORKHOUSE. A letter was read from Mr J. Leigh Taylor, Pen- maenneha, saying that if agreeable to the Guard- ians, he, with Colonel and Mrs Scott, would he glad to suppiy a Christmas free with fruit, toys, &c., far the inmate: together with pipes and tobacco for the men.—Tha Master reported that the inmates thanked the Guardians for their Christmas dinner and tea. He also reported the fdiQwing gifts :— Miss Fletcher, and Mi s Williams, Penycoed, knitted shawls and tea for the women in sick ward, coppers for men in sick ward, and buns for all the inmates Messrs R. Mills and Son, oranges and nuts for the children Mrs D. H. Jones, Lawn House, oranges, sweets, and biscuits for the children; Mrs Evan Roberts, Vronheulog terrace, toffee for the children Miss Thomas, Dr Williams's School, The Sphere for 1902 Mr Wm. Allen, grocer, oranges, sweets and crackers for children Miss Hawkins, Dulserau Hall, bundle of periodicals; and Mr Davies, New shop, tea for women, tobacco for men, and jam for the children.—On the proposition of Mr Hagh Evans seconded by Mr John Evans, it was agreed to accept Mr Taylor's offer and to thank all the other donors. BARMOUTH MEDICAL OFFICER. The Clerk read a letter from the Local Govern- ment Board acknowledging the report on the death of Dr Lloyd, medical officer of health from the Barmouth district and consenting to the engage- ment of Dr Jones pending the filling of the vacancy. — In proceeding to consider the ques- tion of filling the vacancy, Mr Hywel Pugh said the Guardians had frequently referred to the qrestion of expensive medicines and asked if some more satisfactory arrangement could not be arrived at.—The Clerk replied that as it was feared the poor would be stinted in expensive medicines, the Local Government Board would not allow the Guaruians to contract with a medical officer for the payment of a, stated sum for expensive medicines. -Mr Ellis Evans suggested that in future expen- sive medicines should be supplied through a chemist on the order of the medical officer.-Mr Cadwaladr Roberts said that when the arrangement was made with the medical officer to supply the medicine, he said that the poor got it. If, however, it was to be supplied through a chemist poor people would have to fetch it themselves or send for it, and the poor of Cwmnantcol would have to go or send many miles.- Mr Hugh Evans said that the medical officers made a periodical return to the Guardians where every bottle went and the Guardians were therefoi e able to check the supply, and Mr Cadwaladr Roberts said it was the duty of the Guardians to see that the poor got the exl on-iive medicines so charged.—Mr Morris G. Williams pointed out that if the medicines were supplied through a chemist the Guardians would have to take the word of the chemist instead of the medical officer, and in the end the Guardians would be in no better position than at present.—Mr Morris Evans then raised the question of alteration of the district. He thought that it would be more con- venient for the Bontddu people to be in Dolgelley district and that it was their desire to be included in Dolgelley district instead of in Barmouth district. He therefore proposed that the districts be altered. -Mr D. S. Davies seconded that proposition.—Mr Edward Wil iams said if there was dissatisfaction with the arrangement how was it that there had been no expression of complaint by the people concerned,? At any rate he thought no alteration should be made without giving the people an opportunity of expressing their views in the matter.—Mr Ellis Pughe Jones said it would be a great loss to the Barmouth district to lose Bont- ddu in respect of vaccination and thought no alteration should be made.—The Clerk explained that alteration could not bemadewithoutthe consent of the Local Government Board.—Mr Hywel Pugh proposed that the Board should proceed to fill the Lloyd at the same salary, £34 10s per annum, for ths same district.—Mr D. E. Davies, suggested that the matter might be deferred in order to give the people of Bontddu all opportunity of express- ing their views.—Mr John Edwards asked whether the ratepayers or the paupers should be consulted and the relieving officer said therewere only five paupers in the district (laughter).—It was then agreed to advertise in the papers for an officer for the nll- changed Barmouth district at a salary of JE34 10. THE ABSTRACT OF ACCOUNTS. Mr Cadwaladr Roberts brought up the report of the committee appointed to consider the recently published abstract of accounts. He found fault with the way the Welsh edition had been trans- lated, and pointed out that Dolgelley, Talyllyn and Mallwyd received large amounts from tha common fund for relief more than those parishes contributed. —It was decided to defer the further consideration -It was decided to defer the further consideration of the matter far a month. LLWYNGWRIL WATER SUPPLY. Seven tenders were received for the carrying out of Llwyngwril water supply ranging from £2,880 118 6d to £1,842 Os 3d and a committee was formed to examine the tenders and report to the Council.
. LORD ROBERTS TO VISIT WALES.
LORD ROBERTS TO VISIT WALES. The Mayor of Wrexham, Mr F. W. Soames, has received a letter stating that Lord Roberts has con. ssnted to open a new volunteer drill hall which has been erected at Wrexham, the headquarters of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers, for the use of the local com- panies of the 1st Volunteer Battalion of the regi- ment. The Mayor has replied that the Corporation will render all the assistance in their power to the military authorities to give Lord Roberts a worthy reception.
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The repairing of the roof of Sherborne Abbey is to be taken in hand at once. At a meeting of the inhabitants of the town a report was presented by Mr Bachelor, who stated that the principal defect was in the leadwork of the nave. It was decided to raise a fund for carrying out the necessary work. Mr J. K. Wingfield-Digby, M P., promised £ 200 on condition that the balance was forth. coming without recourse to bazaars and jumble sales. Captain J. E. Griffiths presided at Llangollen on Monday night at the annual gathering of the Old Bo) s" of the Ruabon Grammar School. Allusion was made to the unabated vigour of the Rev A. L. Taylor, who for an uninterrupted Jperiod of 45 year s has been head master of the school. It was unanimously resolved to perpetuate the memory of the late Sergeant Major Alfred Jackson (Llangollen), both o whom had received their education at the school, and had served in the South African war. With the per- mission of the authorities it is intended to erect a brass tablet in the Ruabon County Schools, and to carry the project into effect a committee was ap- pointed, with Mr T. C. Davies (Llangollen), as secretary. if
LLANGYNIEW.
LLANGYNIEW. OHOIR SrppMB.—Qa Monday, the members OF the church choir were kindly iavited by tbe Rector and Mrs Reed to their annual Christmas supper- Over 40 assembled at the rectory, and after a sumptuous repast amused themeelves with various indoor games. Several songs were also given by Miss Reed and other members of the choir. 3ar Griffiths proposed a vote of thanks to the Rev S. Reed for his kindness, and after a short address bY the Rector the National Anthem was sutlg and the company dispersed.
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MACHYNLLETH.
MACHYNLLETH. CHURCH NEWS.—Services at the Pariah Church on Christmas Day began at 8-30, when there was Holy Communion. A Welsh service took place at ten o'clock,foHowed byan English service at eleven, when there was Communion. lu the evening there was a Welsh service. Special and suitable music was included in the service and the sermons were preached by the Rev T. Llewelyn Williams, rector, and the Rev S. Evans, curate. INSURANCE AGENCY.—Mr J. Tregoning, of this town, has been promoted to the important post of assistant superintendent under the Prudential Insurance Company at Denbigh. Mr Tregoning leaves the town to take up his duties on Monday. EISTEDDFOD.—In connection with the Graig Male Voice party, an eisteddfod was held in the Town Hall on Xmas Day. The afternoon meeting, which was well attended, was presided over by Mr J. M. Breeze, Chaitman of the Urban Council, and in tne evening by Mr. R. Rees, J.P., when there was again a large attendance. The conductors were Mr John Jones, Cefullecoediog, Pennal, and Mr John Evans, ironmonger. The musical adjudicator was Mr Gwilym Alan, and Mrs Trevor Jones accom- panied. The winners of the principal events were as follows :-Afternoon challenge solo, IdrIsln, Abergynolwyn; children's choir, Graig Juvenile Choir (conducted by Mr Tedo Jones). Evening: Baritone solo, Bacbgen Amddifad," H. R. Hum- phreys, Maengwyn street; bass instrumental quartet, party conducted by Mr Evan Meredith Jones, Machynlleth ladies' choir, Mrs Trevor Jones' choir was the only one competing and they were awarded the prize, the adjudicator having a special word of praise for the ladies and their very able conductor; duet, Lie Treigla'r Caferi," FI. R. Humphreys and F. Lnmley tenor solo, Idrisin soprano solo, Snowdrop," prize divided between Miss Jones, Con is, and Miss Edwards, Machynlleth part song, "Daybreak," J. Lnmley and party male voice, Craig yr Oesoedd," three parties com- peted, J. Lumley and party; pencil sketch, Mr W. Humphreys, Dolgelley; elegy to the late David Roberts, Brickfield street, Machynlleth, Gwilym Dyfi, Pennal; elegy on the late Mary Ann Francis, Rev W. Evan Jones, Bryntirion, Old Colwyn. The officials were secretary, Mr J. Tregoning, treasurer, Mr J. Lumley, who ably carried out their duties.
TREFEGLWYS.
TREFEGLWYS. EISTEDDFOD. The annual eisteddfod at Trefeglwys on Christ- mas Day proved exceedingly successful, the standard of competition being very high for a country eisteddfod. The schoolroom was filled to its uta-ost, and it is auticipa-ted that a large sum will be realised after paying all expenses. The committee are much indebted to the following for their donations: Mrs Humphreys-Owen, XI Ils 6d; Mr J. Roberta, Bishop's Castle, £ 1 Is Mr R. Davies, Bodaioch HP.11, 10s; Mrs Savage, Pwllglas, 10s; Mr Savage, Emporium, 10s Mr D. Clement, School House, 5s; Mr H. Bennett, Cyffian bach, 6-; and a friend, 2s 6d. The eisteddfod officials were: Adjudicators—Music, Mr D. Emlyn Evans liter- ature, Rev Parry, M.A., Newtown, and Dewi Mai, a„n-i-— • *-■=-- Jrruumaa art, Mr Horsfall Turner, Llanidloes, Mr R. Lewis*, Llanidloes, Mr T. Pryce, LlanfylJin, Mr J. Lloyd, Cefnbarach needlework, Mrs Edwards, Brynder- wen, and Mrs Davies, Tremynfa, Llanidloes; hon treasurer, Mr E. Davies, juu, Talgarth Mill hon secretary, Mr D. Thomas, Glaudwr. The duties of accompanist were very efficiently discharged by Miss Rosa Thomas, Caersws. The afternoon meeting b?gan at 1.30, under the presidency of Mr R. Davies, Bodaioch Hall. Mr E. D. Evans, Clap, acted as conductor. Bardic ad- dresses were given by Siarl Trannon and Mr E. Tilsley, Post Office. The Chairman gava a short and appropriate address, wfter which the competi- tions proceeded, the awards being as follows: — Reciting" Twr HalF" 1 David Rowlands, Peny. graig; 2 Lizzie J." f> Vtn. Pencil drawing of a sheep dog, 1 W. Ow 'i'ynsarn 2 D. U. Owen, Post Office. Soprano solo, Miss Richards, Tyrrypwll, Llandinam. Answering six questions given at the time on The History of Wales," withheld. Essay on Leisure Hours," Miss William" Red House Aberhafesp. Reciting Speech of K>ng Henry V. before Havfleur," Mr Kinsey, Red House, Llan. din:i">. (This competition was an exceedingly good one, no fewer than five of the six who competed being worthy of the prize). Contralto solo, Mrs Francis Lewis, Llanidloes. Pillow case, Miss Jones, New House, Van. Trio, Mrs Francis Lewis and friends, Llanidloes. The evening meeting began at 6 o'clock, under the presidency of Mr R. Davies, Bodaiocb. Mr D. Jones, Neuadd, ably conducted, and the awards were as follows :—Baritone solo, Mr J. W. Jones, Llanidloes. Tenor solor, Mr Tom How ells, Bwlch- ffridd. Essay on The preservation of the Welsh language," Miss Evans, Bedwgwilym. Reciting, "Y Groes Ddu," equal, Messrs D. Jones, New House, Van, and W. Brown, Newtown. Duet, Messrs Howells, Bwlchyffridd, and J. R. Evans, New Chapal. Enjiyn on "Yr Eilliwr," prize withheld. Mouth organ solo, 1 T. V. Mills, Llanidloes; 2 W. H. Jones, Caeraws; 3 Mr F. Evans, Clap. Tray cloth, 1 Miss Humphrey s,Trefeglwys; 2 Miss Hughes, Tynrwtra; 3 itfiss Hughes, Tynrwta, Llandinam. Bass solo, Mr J. R. Evans, New Chapel. Descriptive song, "The Fisherman," Siarl Trannon. Mixed voice choir competition, the Llanidloes party (conducted by Mr R. Benbow). Horse shoes, Mr D. Humph- reys, Trefeglwys. Dialogue, Messrs E. Tilsley and LJûlV Millp, Trefeglwys. Challenge solo, Mrs Francis Lewis, Llanidloes. Mole trap (equal), Mr D. Jones, Trefeglwys, and Mr Richards, Llandinam, with a special prize to Mr H. Humphreys, Tre- feglwys. Feed basket, Mr R. Tanner, Cerrist. Male voice party competition, the Llanidloes party, under the conductorship of Mr R. Benbow. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded all those who assisted in making the eisteddfod such a suc- cess, and the meeting closed with the singing of Hen wlad fy nhadau." The committee desite to state that they are very grateful to all who did anything to promote the success of the Eisteddfod. Another eisteddfod will be held next Christmas Day.
LLANIDLOES.
LLANIDLOES. THE FAIR.—The December fair was held on Saturday. Ia consequence of its close proximity to Christmas there was a very small show of stock, and a very limited amount of business was done. LECTURE BY MR DAVIES, LLANDINAM,—A lan- tern lecture in aid of the funds of the Woikingmen's Institute and Library was given in the Bethel Hall on Monday evening by Mr David Davies, of Plas- dinam. Co'onel J. Davies-Jenkins presidel. Mr Davies, in the course of his interesting and instruc- tive addrets, described h;s recent journey to A:a,ka. He explained how the country was bought by the United States from Russia some twenty. five-years ago, described its great resources, and mineral wealth, and gave a detailed description of the journey from Liverpool to New York, and thence past the Great Lakes, the Rocky Mountains, and the Cascade Mountains to Vancouver Island; from Seattle to Scagway and Dawson City, and from thereto Cook's Inlet, where be had some moose and wild sheep shooting. Mr Davies also described the mode of farming in Canada and strongly urged all who had made up their minds to emigrate to go there, as there were still over 200,000,000 acres of laud not taken up by settlers. The texture was illustrated by admirable ph(;t -graphic slides, which included views of ths Niagara Falls, the rapids, and New York City, and other places of interest which Mr Davies visited.- A vote of thunks to Mr Davies was proposed by Mr Gwilym Edmunds, and to the Chairman by the Lecturer. Mr Davies afterwards entertained the local volunteers to supper at the Trewythen Hotel.
MEIFOD.
MEIFOD. RKNT AUDIT.—Tke rent audit of the Coedymaea estate was held at the King's Head on Tuesday week by Mr George, the agent. Mr Williams Wynn was present at the dinner that followed. CHRISTMAS DAY PARTY. — The annual tea and concert in connection with the Independent Church took place in the National School on Christmas Day. The attendance was good. Mr Thomas, Tanyfron, presided at the concert, and gave a suitable address. Mr Gwynne, Welshpool, pre- sided at the pianoforte, which was kindly bnt by Mrs Jones, Cambrian House. The Chi.dren's Choir did excellent service, and much credit is due to Mr D. Owen for their training. They sang three choruses" Hurrah for th? sleigh bells (en- cored), Y Wyddor Gymreig," and The merry mill wheel." Mr Evan Griffith, Forge Farm, sang four Welsh songs, and was encored on each ap- pearance. Mr Wendell Jones, Welshpool, de- lighted the audience with 'several humorous songs, and was encored. The Meifod party, which was very well re(eived, sang four quartet?, aud Miss Rowlands, Mr E Rowlands and Mr D. Owen gave trios which also were well received. Dialogues were given by Miss Maggie Wynn and Master T. Griffith, the Misses Bessy Roberts, Hannah Rowlands, Lala Rowlands and Ann Jane Williams. The Chairman proposed a vote of thanks to the singers and tea makers, who were Mrs Harris, Mrs Griffith, Mrs Thomas Roch, Mrs Roberts, Shop; Mrs Anwyl, Mrs Watkinp, Mrs Morgan, Mrs Thomas, Mrs Jones, Mrs Lloyd, the Misses Evans, Jones, Rowlands, and Owen. The motion was carried with applause. The Rev J. W. Thomas proposed a vote of thanks to thd Ohairl man, and to Mrs Jones for the use of the piano- forte, and this was also carried.
CASTLE CAEREINION.
CASTLE CAEREINION. PRESBYTKRIAN TEA PARTY.—The annual tea party and concert in connection with the Presbyterian Church was held on Christmas Day. Tet was on the tables from 3-30 to 6-30, when Miss Bebb, Tyn- coed, and Miss Thomas, Hydan-fawr, presided. The following rendered them assistance Misses Bessie Williams, Jennie Hoskiss, Davies, Agnea Jones, Maggie Gittins, and Mrs Thomas. "Ths tables were kindly lent by Mrs Adams & Son. A goodly number partook of tea. The caterer was Mr E. E. Jor.es, Post Office. The concert was most ably presided over by Mr William Brans, Buttingtjn Hall, who addressed the audience in a very instructive manner, and made some telling and appropriate remarks with regard to celebrating: the birthday of Christ. The following programme wai well sustained :-Anthem, "Oh, that I had wings," Castle Choir; recitation, "The Amen Corner," Miss Ada Thomas anthem, "MoJwcb yr Arglwydd," Llanfair Party; song, On the Banks of Allan Water," Miss Agnes Jones glep Ever true," Mr William Jones and party sonK: "Three old maids of Lee," Miss May France action song, Sleigh Bells," Children's Choir; glee, Shepherd of souls," Llanfair Party; recitatioll,"AuistAbithah," Miss Ada Thomas song, Jeanett and Jeanott," Miss Peate glee, Hasten from the busy town Mr William Jones and party; song, "Grandma advice," Miss May Francis anthem, I heard the voice of Jesus," the Llanfair Party; glee "Merry, merry gipsies," Castle Choir • duet, What are the wild waves say.ng," Misses Astley and Peate; anthem, Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace," Mr William Jones and party; trio, "The three sailors," Messrs Astley, Peate and Jones action song, Busy housemaid," six girls; song Little sister's gone to sleep," Miss Peate; glee, "Yn I y Bwythin ar y Bryn," the Llanfair Party; song, "Ora pro nobis," Miss Astley; quartette, The soldier's farewell," the Llanfair Party. There was a very large and appreciative audience, the chapel being crammed to its utmost capacity- The lengthy programme was listened to with keelI attention, and everyone seemed heartily plaased, each item being loudly applauded. Misa Francis responded to an encore in her second song. The Lianfair party, conducted by Mr W. Astley, re- appeared in their piece, I heard the Voice which was splendidly rendered. Mr Maurice Bebb is worthy of great praise for training the children so well in their action songs. A word of praise is also due to Mr William Jones, who appeared with a patty for the first time, and made a very successful debat. Mr E. E. Jones proposed the usual votes of thanks, and the Welsh National Anthem terminated one of the most success^1 concerts held in connection with the above church for a long time. The proceeds will be devoted to the Church funds.