South Wales Daily News

GLAMORGANSHIRE. The trials of prisoners at the Glamorganshire Quarter Sessions was resumed at Swansea on Wednesday. FIRST COURT. IBefore his Honour Judge GWILYM WILLIAMS and Mr E. F. DANIEL], AN ABSBHT PROBBOUTOR. The grand jury ignored the bill indicting Thomas Young, labourer, for unlawfully wound- ing Thomas Rowlands, at Pontycymmer, on the ground that preseeutor was not present.—The Court ordered the prisoner to be discharged and the prosecutor's recognisances to be estreated. ALLESED DESTBCOTION OF TROUT. David Lewis, Josiah Poukett, Morgan Nicholas, and Samuel Michael were indicted for putting a quantity of lime into certain water of which Mr Charles Evan Thomas, of the Gaoll, is the owner, with intent to destroy the fish there, at Neath. Mr Denman Benson prosecuted Mr S. T. Evans, M.P., defended Lewis, Nicholas, and Miehael. —The jury found prisoners not guilty, and they were discharged. FALSE PRETENCES AT MKKPHTR. William Griffiths labourer, pleaded guilty to obtaining by false pretences from Mary Jones a sovereign, the money of Benjamin Rowlands, with intent to defraud, at Merthyr.-He was sentenced to a month's imprisonment. WOUNDING AT MERTHYR. Patrick Burke, a youug man, was charged with maliciously wounding his wife, Margaret Burke, at Merthyr, in September last. Mr ErnesS Bowen Rowlands prosecuted, and prisoner WitS undefended. Thewife, whoapared to be verv much older than her husband, said she did not wish to press the charge. In thecourse of her evidenceshe stated that she and her husband had quarrelled. She struck bar husband first—(laughter)—and he struck her in return. She then feli to the ground and injured her head. Other evidence was called, the medical testimony being to the effect that when prosecutrix's head was examined there were two very serious wounds, and that they were evidently caused by the soldering iron (produced), and which was the property of the prisoner. Blood and hair were Also found adhering to the iron.—Prisoner was found guilty of a common assault, and sentenced to six months' imprisonment. FALSE PRETENCES. Susan Jones, a young domestic servant, pleaded guilty to obtaining by false pretences two pairs of coots, the property of George Duggan, at Ystradyfodwg, on August 1st. She was sent to prison for one month. INDECENT ASSAULT. Evan Thomas, 20, grocer's assistant, was charged with indecently assaulting a young girl named Florence Roach at Wauncaegurwen on September 13th. Mr Douglas Lewis prosecuted, and Mr S. T. Evans. M.P., defended. -P rose- cutrix stated that she went to prisoner's shop on the evening in question, and after having a short conversation with him they went for a walk, after the shop was closed, along the Brynaman- road. They got into a field, and while there Thomas behaved indecently towards her, and she screamed out. She got away and screamed ttgain on the road, and some people eventually came to her rescu-, and defendant waa subsequently arrested.—Several witnesses were called and spoke as to the exhausted condition in which they found the prosecutrix shortly after the assault.—Mr S. T. Evans made a strong appeal on behalf of the prisoner, and asked the jury to acquit him on the ground that prosecutrix was a consenting party. —The jury retired a few minutes after four o'clock and returned at 4.45 with a verdict of guilty, but they recommended prisoner to mercy on account of his youth.—Thomas was sentenced to three months' hard labour. WOUNDING A DOWLAIS CONSTABLE. Thomas ^Charles, collier, was charged with maliciously wounding P.O. James Davies at Dowlais on September 1st. Mr Lewis Williams prosecuted, and Mr Allen Upward defended.— Prisoner was acquitted.—The learned Chairman .'aid he could not help saying that he quite dis- agreed with the verdict. You can now leave the box," jhe added, addressing the jury.—The Gaoler May the prisoner be discharged, sir ?— The Chairman What are you in such a great hurry for ? Has the prisoner another policeman about that he wishes to assault? (Laughter.) WOUNDING AT PENTGEAIG. Edward Lewis, an elderly man, was charged charged with wounding David Phillips at the Turbervill Arms, Penygraig, on the last Monday in July.—Mr Lewis Wiliiams prosecuted, and Mr C. H. Glascodine defended.—Prisoner was found guilty of a common assault, and sentenced to three calendar months. SECOND COURT. (Before Mr C. H. JONES, deputy-chairman.) A LENIENT JURY. Charles Hammond, a groom, aged 35, was I jidicted for unlawfully and maliciously wounding Michael Courtenay at Cadoxfcon-Barry on the 2nd of September.—Mr Francis Howell appeared for the prosecution, and Mr C. H. Glascodine for the defence. -The evidence of the prosecutor and his daughter was to the effect that the prisoner, during a row at Mrs Hammond's house at Cadoxton, struck the prosecutor on the head with a hatchet. A hatchet was found by the police with bloodstains upon it, and medical evidence was called to show that the wound was inflicted with a weapon like the hatchet. A woman named Mrs Coleman stated that there was an altercation about money. Mrs Hammond said she would not have any beer in her house, and commenced lighting with her daughter, and Mrs Hammond assaulted the prosecutor.—During the case the deputy-chairman took exception to Mr Glascodine's cross-ex-im i nation and his remarks to the jury.—In summing up subsequently the Deputy-chairman said they would pay no attention to what was irrelevant in the learned counsel's speech-he meant his absurd remarks about refusing beer m other people's houses. It was a pity the Karned counsel should have taken up their time with them.—The Jury returned a verdict of not guilty, and the Deputy- Chairman, addressing the prisoner, said the jury had decided to let him off-on what grounds it was impossible to say, for the evidence was of the clearest possible character. The prisoner had better be very careful in future, for it he should come up again he would not be so lucky. AN ADMITTED FRAUD. Robert M'Comb pleaded guilty to a charge of obtaining by false pretences the sum of 4s, from Cath-rine Knowles' and Sarah Moyrick, the moneys of Wm. Thomas, with intent to dafraud at Eglwyailan. He was sentenced to 21 days' hard labour. ALLEGED THEFT FROM A LODGER AT CWMPAHK. Mary Ann Roach surrendered to her bail on a charge of stealing, at Ystradyfodwg, on the 13th of September, £10 in money, a puree, key, and Jubilee token, the property of James Payne. -The prisoner, a married woman, was, in con- sequence of her condition, accommodated with a 3-ab in the dock. Mr C. J. Jackson appeared for the prosecution, and Mr Arthur Lewis for the defence. The prosecutor, a collier working on the night shift, said he kept his savings in a Box, and he saw it all right a fortnight before the robbery. On tho day in question, when he came home from work the prisoner, his landlady, called him upstairs,* and said someone had been in the house during the night. He found his box had been broken open and his money was gone. The window had apparently been tampered with. Certain cir- cum-stances6 however, caused suspicion to fall on thaprisoneir herself, and she was arrested.—It was shown that the prisoner after this paid away money amounting to JE7 IDs, and had money in her possession, and that a dog which usually barked when strangers were about did not do so during the night in question.—After hearing one or two witnesses for the defence, the Bench stopped the case, and Roaoh was discharged. ALLEGED THEFT OF A HORSE AND CART. — Ernest-Farr (24), baker, was indicted for stealing 9 horse and cart on September 28th, the property of Roderick Evans and another. He pleaded guilty.-Henry Curtiss, baker, charged with the same -offence, pleaded not guilty. Mr Arthur Lewis prosecuted, and Mr C. H. Glascodine defended. It appeared that the horse and cart "ere stolen at Y strady fod wg. Farr was sentenced to two months' imprisonment, and Curtiss was Mduitted. HOBSE STEALING AT HIRWAIN.—John Francis ^o), fitter, was charged with having on August 3rd stolen a mare, the property of Wm. Buckley, At Hirwain. Mr Ernest Bowen Rowlands frosecuted, and prisoner was found guilty.-— rancis was sentenced to six months' hard labour. APPROPRIATION OF MONET. Jane Gardner, a married woman, was indicted or that, being the bailee of the sum of £ 122 8s, the money of Selina Randell, she did steal the said sum at Aberdare. Mr Arthur Lewis pro- secuted, and Mr Walter Denman Benson prose- auted.-For tho prosecution it was stated that tba Was kaQded over to prisoner by Randell, ft, when Gardner was asked to return it she jrerased to hand it over, stating that the money did not really belona: to prosecutrix.—She was lound guilty, and sentenced to six months' hard labour. THE MAESTEG INTIMIDATION CASE. The charges against 13 colliers for intimidation are fixed for hearing this (Thursday) morning.

MONMOUTHSHIRE. These sessions wire held at Usk on Wednes- day, before Mr S. C. Bosanquet (chairman) and Sir Henry Jackson (deputy-chairman). The other magistrates present were Col. Walwyn, Major Lister, Oapts. Powell, Walters, and Herbert, and Messrs A. Evans, P. A. Williams, B. Rickards, and W. Llewellen. Three newly- added justices of the peace qualified and took their seats, namely—Mr N. Phillips, New Tre- degar Mr W. Smith, Rhymney; and Mr Dtompton Roberts, Monmouth. Mr Wm. H. Powell, Ebbw Vale, was foreman of the grand jury. A SERVANT'S NARROW ESCAPE. Elisabeth Williams, a young and respeotable- looking servant girl, WAS charged with stealing various articles of wearing apparel, the property Noah Graham Whitfield, at Newport, on the |3rd July. She was dealt with under the First) Offenders Act. THEFT OF LIOS. William Hart pleaded guilty to stealing £ 108, Ihe moneys of Charles Hoare, a neighbour, at Llanfoist, on the 11th of August. The prosecutor did not press the charge, and the prisoner was liberated on entering into recognizances to come P for iudgneot when called for. I WOUNDING A COUSIN. Leonard Jones was sentenced to six weeks' hard labour for wounding his cousin, Edwin Stephens, with a hedgehook at Newchurch East on the 18th August. The wound extended from the forehsad to the back of the neck in crescent form, laying bare the carotid artery without cutting it. STEALING A Rmll AT NEWPORT. Jane Kerwin, an old offender, was found" guilty of stealing a "Mizpah" gold ring, tho property of Primus Birkley, at Newport, on the 2nd July. He was sentenced to penal servitude for three years. PENAL SEBVJTUDS FOB BBAtTD. Thomas Newham, alias Painter, an old hand at the false pretences game, was also sent to penal servitude for three years for obtaining board and lodging from Ellen Preece by fraudulent means, at Shirenewfcon, on 24th August.

SALE OF METHYLATED SPIRITS. INLAND REVENUE PROSECUTION AT CARDIFF. An important case, both to the Inland Revenue authorities and thegeneral trading public, washeard at the Cardiff Police-court on Wednesday by the Stipendiary, Mr R. E. Spencer, and Dr. Treharne. Messrs Donald Blacklock, John Stuarb MacArthur, and Wm. Geo. Reid, trading as Blacklock, MacArthur, and Co., Collingdon- road, Cardiff, as oil and paint merchants, were summoned at the instance of the Inland Revenue commissioners for selling methylated spirits as finish on the 10th of August last, thereby in- curring a penalty of ESO. Mr John Beer, Cardiff, conducted the prosecu- tion, and said that the proceedings were taken tinder three Acts of Parliament, 43 and 45 Vic., chap. 24 52 and 53 Vic., chap. 42; and 53 Vic., chap. 8. In explaining the case Mr Beer said that there was a substance known in the varnish trade as "finish," and it was supposed to contain methylated spirits and three ounces of gum shellac, which could be sold without a licence. He should prove that in the sample they had taken in this instance there was only about one-third or one ounce of gum shellac, If they had put in three ounces of gum shellac to the methylated spirits it could have been sold without restriction. The first witness called was Peter Corrio, an Inland Revenue officer, who deposed to visiting defendants' premisesand purchasing from the fore- man in charge a pint and a half bottle of "finish.' This he divided, giving the foreman one-third and sending the remainder to Somerset House for analysis. They had no licence to sell methylated spirits. Mr Davies, a Government analyst, said that he had examined the sample which was sent to him, and found it to contain 544*6 grains of resinous matter. Mr MacArthur, one of the firm, said that they had not desired to evad- the Act. He was not acquainted with the section stating that at least there should be three ounces. The Stipendiary took it that the object of the Act WAS to restrict the sale of methylated spirits for drinking purposes. Mr Beer said that was so. He bad received a letter from the Board of Trade pointing out that the case was a serions one, and unless very mitigating circumstances were produced he should press for the full penalty. Defendants carried on business in London, Glasgow, Liverpool, and other large towns. It was the first prosecution of its kind which had been heard in Cardiff Police-court. Mr MacArthur subsequently admitted the offence, and said he would throw himself upon the mercy of the court. The Stipendiary was per- fectly satisfied that there was no intentien to evade the Act, and thought the justice of the case would be met in this instance by the infliction of a fine of Is and cost's. Mr Beer applied the full penalty (B50) and L7 costs » £ 5 was granted.

REVIEWS. LIKA-JOKO.—Mr Harry Furniss's new venture is now before the public, and makes a notable addition to humorous periodicals, even apart from the distinguished personality of the artist-editor, who has introduced novelty of make-up, and offers a journal well ahead of competitors so far as regards illustration. On the literary side, Punch has little to fear from its late contributor, if this first number may be taken as a fair specimen. The idea suggested is that Lika-Joko will be an English counter-part of the American humorous journals like Judge, and that there is plenty of room for such a periodical cannot be denied, for in a different sphere it has been clearly demonstrated that a new issue approxima- ting to those lines would become very popular. Liko-Joko is admirably printed on excellent paper, and gives indication of special features that will be very entertaining. MINERS' LEADERS (Bemrose and Sons,London). -Mr W. Hdllatri, prudent of the Derbyshire Miners' Association, has published a small volume containing 30 portraits and biographical sketches. The work will doubtless be of considerable in- terest in the English colliery districts but as the writer has not included any South Wales or Mon- mouthshire leaders among his 30, there is no local feature likely to attract attention except the notice of Mr Rowlinson, the Forest of Dean agent. THE MOTHER'S BOOK OF HEALTH (Jarrold and Sons, London).-Thii is a new volume of Dr. Gordon Stables' health series, and in it the writer sets himself the task of guiding a mother in the rearing of her children, especially in their earlier years. The book is designed to be, also, a general family referee in emergencies and this end it serves well by its plain, simple language, the great aim of the author being to make his book as useful as possible. He touches on the wide range of subjects that naturally are included in the task undertaken. Suckling, feeding, bathing, exercise, clothing, &c., are dealt with and then follow the many different matters arising under the heads of recreation, school life, holidays, and the more common ailments. Dr. Stables, whose con- tributions to current literature have made him so well knewn, has complemented his previous work. SHERIFF LAW (Stevens and Sons, London).— Mr P. E. Mather, formerly under-sheriff of New. castle-on-Tyne, has prepared a compendium of sheriff law, especially in relation to writs of execution. His aim being to "supply a good practical work, both for under-sheriffs and the legal profession generally, he has dealt with his subject strictly on the practical side, omitting historical matter and references to obsolete procedure. A main feature of the book is, of course, the respective rights of liti- gants on the one hand, and of the sheriff and third parties in case of execution. Full informa- tion is given as to the appointment and duties of the sheriff, the writer not overlooking the question of that high officer's dress; and the compendium sets out fully, though concisely, the duties of the sheriff and the circumstances attending the appointment of his acting officer, the under-sheriff. The many important points raised during thecarrying-out of sheriff's duties are fully discussed, leading cases quoted, and all applicable forms, etc., set out. CHARTER PARTIES (Stevens and Sons, London). —We noticed some time ago the publication of Mr E. Leggett's work on bills of lading, and that gentleman has followed his former effort by the issue of what he calls a treatise on the law of charter parties. His treatise is a bulky volume which places before the legal profession and the commercial public, in as concise and practical a form as possible, the law as it has been expounded by the courts in relation to such of the clauses and stipulations of charter parties as have come before them for decision.

WORE SPECIAL CLOTHES FOR THE COUNTY-COURT. Judge Meadows White, Q.C., had before him in the Clerksnwell County-court the sad case of a derelict toff," which showed that the life of a young man devoted to that profession is not all fine clothes and sixpenny cigars, for sometimes the pocket of the well-out coat contains little else than a county-court summons. When Mr James Callow entered the witness-box bo was not dressed up to the character he usually assumes, but it was explained that he had put on a county court suit for the occasion-in other words, as he was the defendant he had donned the shabbiest clothes he possessed as evidence of his want at means. He thereby evinced considerable acumen in the sartorial ethics of our judicial system. Plaintiffs should always be spruce and well dressed defendants, who know the case will go against them, exactly the reverse. The trick does not always sueseea, but invariably it is worth trying on the off- chance. Mr Callow essayed it and failed, for the ruthless plaintiff explained. Why, sir, he goes about the streets like a 'toff,' smokiBg cigars, and dressod quite different to what he is to-day. He has purpoe«ly dressed himself in a shabby suit to ome here." The case was brought against him by Mr W. H. Parrington, tailor, who sued for jB15, the balance of an account for clothes sup- plied. He said Callow was introduoed as a young man just come into a fortune, and wanted clothes made in the best style. Prices were disoussed and agreed on, the articles were supplied, and Callow had paid £10 of the total, and now declined to pay any more. The tolfs mother said she called on bhe tailor after he sent in his bill and said, What is the meaning of this bill, Mr Parrington ? Why bless my soul, you must have thought you had got hold of the King of the Belgians," and she alleged that thereupon the plaintiff agreed to deduct R8 6s. Mr Parrington said he agreed to do so if the money was paid promptly, but that was not done. Callow asked far time to pay, tor, so he plaintively remarked, he had run through all his money." Order-:Sl per month.

A PRINCE IN THE BANKRUPTCY COURT. At London Bankruptcy Court on Wednesday Prince SoocdaitSingh, of Chumba, more recently of Warbeck-road, Shepherd's Bush, had a receiving order made against him on the creditors' petition. The unsecured debts are of an uncertain amount, but the assets are stated to exceed 2127,000. The debtor states he is the Prince of Chumba, and receives through the India Office the income of his estates there. The debtor receives an allowance, but his olaims to the cbiefship of Chumba are disputed.

THE GREAT CURR FOR OoR)1s.Muda.y 8 Virldine--StDI further testimony. A Gberaist writes Will yon send me a bottle of your Viridine ? It is for nay own use. I get plenty of corn cures of the same colour, bnt none of them appear to equal yours. No one ought to say his corns are incurable until ne has used Viridine." Thousands have beMi cured, mmt of whom had suffered for over 50 years. Beware of nutations. Sold in bottles Is, by post Is 2d. W -'ie proprietor, J. Mm^d-C Rod all Chemists'

CARDIFF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. THE DEFENCES OF THE SEVERN. FURTHER ACTION TO BE TAKEN. ROUMANIAN DUTY ON CARDIFF COAL. The usual monthly meeting of the Cardiff Chamber of Commerce was held at the Exchange on Wednesday morning, Mr J. B. Ferrier, the president, being in the chair. There were also present Captain R. Pomeroy, Colonel Ingram, Messrs John Gunn, Lewellen Wood, J. Andrews, T. Gibson, John Moore, H. Earl, W. Stanley Jones, M. J. Begg, John Dalies, E. Handoook, sen., C. V. Harrison, James Radley, A. E. Morgan, H. J. Simpson, W. Lester Jones, P. H. Evens, H. J. Vellaoott, F. Lambert, W. H. Renwiek, D. R. Ambrose, T. Watson, F. G. Vivian, G. H. Hodges, T. Binney Leiteb, W. Nerth Lewis, D. Radeliffe, H. Wallis, and W. R. Hawkins (secretary). THE PROPOSED TYFLBAHOB POST-ORLICE. The PEEWDENT stated with reference to the suggestion that a branch post-office should be established at the Exchange, that they had been given to understand that it was not very probable the request would be complied with, as the docks Post-office. w-as so near. Further, a tube was shortly to be fixed connecting the central office with the Exchange, and this would go a long way towards meeting the requirements of the merchants, JAMES-STREET BRIDGE. The PRESIDENT reported that the deputation which waited upon Sir W. T. Lewis at the Town- hall in connection with the opening of the canal bridge in James-street at inconvenient times, had given instances of blocks which had taken place at train time. Sir W. T. Lewis had given explicit instructions that the convenience of com- mercial men at the docks was to be considered. Two days after this conference another block occurred, and he (the president) again communi- 'cated with Sir W. T. Lewis, who once more directed that every facility was to be afforded those who were proceeding to the train. Since then there had been no block, and he thought that would be the last of the inconvenience aris- ing from want of attention or co-operation on the part of the bridge-keeper and the canal dock master. (Hear, hear.) BEISTOX. CHANNEL DEFENCES. Mr SYDNEY F. WALKER brought forward the question of the eomparatively defenceless state of tfle Bristol Channel, and moved the following resolution:- That, in the opinion of this chamber, the Govern- ment having so far utterly failed to appreciate the importance of protecting the coal port. of the Bristol Channel, the several porta concerned should take the matter into their own hands and provide for the defences of the channel themselves, and that other chambers of commerce in the channel should be aiksd to co-operate with Cardiff. He suggested that as thftre were now a nnmbsr of men trained in electrical engineering in the district a corps should be enro!led by the Bristol Channel ports, partly permanent and partly volunteer, but which should be ready to lay down mines at very short notice, and who should perform look-out duty at different stations round the coast. He contended that a foreign war vessel, in the event ot hostilities breaking out, might easily make its way up the channel and shell Barry before any steps to meet the attack could be arranged. With the long range guns that were now in use in foreign navies it would be possible to destroy the dock gates and paralyse the trade of the port without coming close in shore, and the foreign commandant might then demand, say, a couple of million pounds from the mayor and corporation under e threat of shelhng the town. In the face of so larje a trade as was done at Cardiff it might be difficult to convince him that the money was not obtainable. The English fleet would probably be protecting London and our shipping, and we should therefore have to rely largely upon our own efforts. The guns in the forts at Lavernock and on the lIolms were of an obsolete typ?, and the Submarine Miners were directed in all their really valuable and scientific work by regular officers who might be ordered elsewhere at the critical moment. There should be powerful forts armed with the latest type of gun along the coast of the channel, and there should be armoured trains along the cliffs to prevent anything like landing parties of the enemy. The submarine defences should range right down to the mouth of the channel, and there should be a guardship permanently stationed here as in the case of so many other great commercial centres. Mr ANDREWS thought a very strong resolution on the subject should be passed, but if the money for the defences had to be found locally, there was very little idea of the project being carried out. Colonel INGRAM remarked that he understood £ 70,000 had been placed in the estimates for this work of defence, and he believed that measures were now being taken to increase the efficiency of the existing fortifications. He was pretty sure the fort at Barry was about to be commenced. The defences were to have six iuch guns instead of those in them at present. The guns at Laver- nock and the Holms were fairly good, but their carriages were of an obsolete pattern. The matter was really a matter for experts, and its fulfilment depended upon the amount of pressure that could be brought to bear upon the Treasury through the War Minister. Mach of what Mr Walker had suggested was hardly feasible. When Lord Bute, Lord Windsor, and other representatives ot larare local companies were applied to they thought the matter an Imperial one, and therefore one that should be met out of Imperial funds. (Hear, hear.) The PRESIDENT said two days ago he wrote to Sir E. J. Raed asking if there was any provision made in the estimates for this work. Sir Edward was from home, but his secretary replied that he (the hon. member) had been unable to gather the information which the chamber required. All they could do was to again approach Sir Edward Reed and the other members who were interested in the Bristol Channel. The question was clearly a national one, for the strength and efficiency of our fleet depended upon their getting their coal supplies without interruption. Mr J OHN GUNN said he cordially supported any resolution for calling upon the Government to put the Channel in a proper state of defence. Mr LEWELLEN WOOD thought the suggestion that the ports of the Bristol Channel should provide their own defences was little short of impudent. The ports contributed their fair share towards the resources of the Empire and were they to contribute locally as well for what was distinctly national work? The Government had this measure of justification for making such a suggestion—that Cardiff was al- ready doing what was Imperial work in providing against the introduction of disease. That ought nob to go on. (Hear, hear.) They ought not to enlarge the area of their con- tributions towards the expenditure of the Empire, for it was for the good of the nation at large that disease should be kept at arms' length. It was because of such evidences of imbecility that the Government proposed that they should contribute towards the cost of locat defences. Had any- body ever heard anything more impudent or morisbrous ? It had been pointed out to Mr Campbell-Bannerman that the destruction of the dock gates and coal tips would not only mean that our own fleet would be unable to get a quick and sufficient supply of coal, but that the vessels engaged in our import trade, and that carried our food supplies, would be seriously affected. He moved the following resolution That the defence of the Bristol Channel is a matter of national concern, and should be again brought under the notice of the Government. Mr LESTER JON" seeoaded the motion, which was carried unanimously. On the proposition of Mr LESTER JONES, seoonded by Mr ANDREWS, it was resolved In furtherance of the previous resolution, that this chamber invites the various chambers of commerce and public bodies of the pores of the Bristol Channel to join with it in making a strong and. united i epresenvl- ion to the Government upen the need of immediately taking steps to provide defences for the Bristol Channel. OOHXKBOIAL EDUCATION. Mr ANDREWS drew attention to the question of commercial eduoation, remarking that the only provincial chamber that bad gone in for the soheme of commercial certificates was Ipswich, where of seven students who went in for the examination four uassed. It was evidentlv intended to continue the scheme there under the belief that it was likely to prove of great benefit to the country. Everyone knew that, on the whole, the young fellows turned out from our schools were by no means trained for a com- mercial career. German clerks and com- mercial men were infinitely better trained in the matter of foreign languages than the corresponding olass in this country. The fact that so important a body as the London Chamber of Commerce had gone to a great deal of trouble to elaborate a scheme was sufficient to jusiiify this chamber in following suit. He begged to pro- pose That this chamber, believing that the fcheme for granting commercial certificates inaugurated by the London Chamber of Commerce, is calculated to be of advantage to the commercial interests of the country, resolves to constitute itself a centre for Cardiff and the district, and that a sub-oommittee be appointed for making the necessary arrangements. Captain POMEROY seconded the resolution, which was carried unanimously. A sub-committee, consisting of the president, Mr John Gunn, Mr Andrews, and Mr Radley, was appointed. Mr T. WATSON: drew attention to the proposal of the Roumanian Government to impose a duty of 20 centimes por ton on seaborne imported coal, while at the same time it was not in contemplation to put any duty on coal imported across the frontier from Austria or brought down the Danube. While the Rou- manian Government had a perfect right to nn. pose a duty on coal, it was only fair that such an impost should extend to all countries alike, and that English ooal should not be handicapped in the market.—On the motion of Mr Watson, seconded by Mr Lambert, the following resolu- tion was uuaaimously agreed to That this chamber write to the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs protesting against the proposal of the Roumanian Government to impose an import duty on British coal which it is not proposed to impose on coal produced in other countries, and that the mem- bers of Parliament of the borough and county be re- quested to support the actios of this chamber. Mr JOHN GUNN undertook to bring the matter to the notice of the council of the Associated Chambers of Commerce. This concluded the business of the meeting.

CADBUBY S COCOA.—"A food alike suitable for building up the growing body, and for repairing the waste which is incidental to all the processes of life -BMUA. M70a

DEDICATION OF THE ORGAN. CANON THOMPSON'S GREAT WORK. On Wednesday forenoon there was unveiled in St. John's Church, Cardiff, a handsome brass tablet to commemorate the permanent works accomplished in the parish by the Rev. Canon Thompson, D.D., during the 19 years of his incumbency. The tablet, which is about three I feet by two, and was supplied by Mr E. Newby, has been let into the wall in the north corner of the west porch, and the incriptioa on it is:- TO ME GLOITY OF SOD. AND in affectionate recognition of the faithful labours ef the Rev. Charles James Thompson, D.D. Oxon, Vicar of this parish, Prebendary of Ll&ndaff, and Rural Dean, through whose unaeasixg seal for tke beauty of God's House and the welfare of HiA people, the undermentioned permanent wor-Ks within this parish have been acitim^lLaJied. This tablet is crested en the owwwn of the opening of the new organ, 17th Oetofeev, 1894* by those who have besn privilegl,. to share in tho promotion of these undertakings. PARISH CHURCH RESTORED, REBUILT, ENLARGED. Sanctuary pavement, ■tens, altar table, etc 1880 Chancel, side chapels andiveatry 1586-7 Nave, north and south aisles, roof Interior of tower, bells re-fiuug • • Churchyard levelled and laid out 1891 Four memorial windows and communion plate..1889-91 Reredos 1892 Three additional bells (including Lenor).1833 New organ, with structural altesations 1884 Lectern 1833 St. James's Church, Tredegarville, built 1891-4 St. Alban's Chapel, Blaclcweir, built 1882 SCHOOLS BUILT AND ENLARGED. Completion of Tredegarville and Cathays Schools. 1876-7 Infants' Schoolroom, Crockherbtawn, built 1876 Three classrooms, .1883 Three classrooms, Tredegarville, built 1834 St. Monica's Schools and Chapel, Cathays, built ..1893 There was a large company present at the ceremony, including not only members of the congregation, but many Nonconformists and others who had taken an active interest in the work that had been carried out, Dr. VACHELL, in unveiling the tablet, said that was a preliminary to the dedication of the organ, which might be looked upon as the completion of the restoration of the parish church, and they had met to place on record in the shape of a tablet some tribute, however small, to their esteemed vicar, and their appreciation of the great amount of work he had accomplished during his incumbency. It was usually con- sidered that the erection of a memorial tablet marked the termination of some work, but in this case they hoped the day was very far distant when there should be a severance between them and the vicar. The vicar's work was not yet completed, and they all hoped he might continue to go on for many years to come. The work the vicar had accomplished had been great. The cost could not be estimated at less than £ 33,000. That did not include the value of sites, nor of temporary buildings like St. Teilo's and Sb. James's, which, with permanent fencing, etc., cost between them L2,500 to 23,000. If these were included as buildings they might put the whole sum at :635,000, apart from the value of the sites. He was pruud to say that the congregation had given cheerfully what they could, and had endeavoured to assist as tar as they could then* esteemed vioar, who had endeared himself to everyone. It had been expected that the Dean of Llandaff would have been present, but he had sent the following letter to the vicar Llandaff, Oct. 35th, 1894. Dear Canon Thompson,—I wish it had been safe for me to be present on Wednesday next, when some small tribute of recognition is to be paid to you for your great works of good to the Church an/1 town of Cardiff. But as this cannot be, let me at least try, in fewest words, to assure you of my earnest sympathy with the effort to leave a monument of your life-work to future generations. Yon scarcely know-perhaps it would not be good for you to know—quite all that is felt for you and thought of you by those for whom you have toiled so indefatigably, and sometimes perhaps (like all the world's true benefactors) without much expression of gratitude at the moment. That comes later, when there has been time to reflect and to appreciate. Enough for ilse mau himself if he can just know enough to spare him, that he has not run and not laboured altogether in vain. Will you do me the kindness of accepting the enclosed" trifle, and placing it to any account which may be interesting you at this time.—Always faithfully yours, (Signed) C. J. VAUGHAN. The Ven. Archdeacon GRIFFITHS said he had the greatest pleasure in being present to take part m the ceremony, which, as far as his experi- ence went, was unique. It meant a very happy retrospect by the people of Cardiff of the work done by the vicar and their associations with him and the parish. Whilst the tablet contained a record of tht, work, it did not tell of the great amount of anxiety and worry that must have been,the accompaniment of the work, but he was sure they would all appreciate that aspect of the matter. Canon Thompson's work was not yet done. This was but encouragement to him, and they hoped the day was far distant when he would cease to continue his good works. He congratulated the vicar and the people of Cardiff on the spirit that had been shown, and expressed the hope that the happy feeling of union and co- operation would long be maintained. Dr. VACHELL explained that they had' been helped vory largely in the work by their Noncon' formist friends, and it would be matter of satis- faction to the vicar to hear how he was appre- ciated, not only by his own people but by others outside his Church. He would, therefore, call upon the Rev. Mr Winks. The Rev. W. E. WINKS, in expressing the sentiments of those he represented, also alluded to the happy spirit shown in this matter, and said the tablet would tell future generations of the zeal and earnestness of the labours of their vicar in connection with the material fabric. There had been alterations and improvements in I every part of the church. It was not every church of the kind that had a baptistry, but it was another evidence of the spirit of sincerity and earnestness with which the vicar had carried out his own convictions and views in regard to theological as well as architectural matters. He had a very strong conviction, which he shared with his co-religionists, that while this work had I been going on the vicar had, under God, been instrumental in erecting another tablet—a tablet that was hung up in the grateful memories and aantified hearts of his people-and on it was a I record TObich he believed they would all read on* day, when they heard the voice of the Divine Master saying, Well done good and faith- ful servant; enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." The Rev. Canon THOMPSON, in returning thanks, said that during the last 20 years he had addressed his fellow-towiismen on almost every conceiveable subject, and he had not had much difficulty in doing so. But that day he had a task set him in which he found the greatest difficulty. It was, indeed, very difficult for him to speak to them on that occasion. He thougho they had done well in erecting a permanent record, with dates, of the different portions that had been added to the property of the parish, and it was an action which, he thought, would commend itself to everyone. He was glad on that account that the tablet had been erected. But what could he say about the personal kindness to himself ? He had only done his duty, (The rev. gentleman, who from the commencement spoke with much emotion, was so overcome that he could hardly prooeed.) Alluding to his emotion, he said Well, my friends, it is almost the first gleam of sunshine that has come across my work since I have been vicar, for those years have been very hard years, and I have even regretted being here so long, But; what you have done to-day will more than com- pensate me for everything I have done. I know I ought to thank my dear friend, Dr. Vachell, the Dean of Llandaff, Archdeacon Griffiths, and the Rev. Mr Winks, but on this occasion I must ask you to excuse me. I can't." The proceedings were then closed.

DEDICATION OF NEW ORGAN. In the afternoon the new organ, which has been given by an anonymous donor, and which cost over £ 2,000, was dedicated by the Bishop of Llandaff in the presence of several clergy of the diocess and a crowded congrsgation. The organ was built by Messrs Henry Willis and Sons, London, and is of the following dimension-5 Three complete manuals, from CCC to A, 58 notes, and two octaves and a half of concave and radiatiDg podalm, CCC to F, 30 notes. CHOIR 0RGA5-8 STOPS. I-Viola da garnba I. 8ft. 2-Dulciana 8ft 3-Lieblich gedact 8ft. 4—Huhl fltite tift. 5-Cloncert flute 4ft. 6-Lieblich ftäte 4ft. 7-Piccolo 2ft. 8-Clariouet gft. GREAT ORGAN-11 STOPS. 9—th>uble open diapa'son lfiffc. IOL-Opendiapasoit 8ft. II-Open diapa»on 8ft. 12-Claribet flute 8ft, 13-Fletle harroonique, 4ft. 14-Principal 4ft. 15-,rwelf, h I 3ft. 16—Fifteent h 2ft. 17-Mixture I 18—Trumpet 8ft. 19-Clarion 4ft. iWELL ORGAN—13 STOPS. -I.ieblich bourdon 16ft. 21—Lieblich gedact. 8ft. 22—Goigen principal 8ft. 23—salciona l 8ft. 24- V ox angelica. 0 8ft. 25—Gemshorn 4ft. 26- Flageolet. 0 2ft. 27—Mixtur e — 28-Contra. hautboy. 16ft. 29-Hautboy -1 8ft. 3O-Cornopean 8ft. 31-Clarioii flft. 32- Vox. humana.. 0 0 o. 8ft. 33-Tremulant — PEDAL-SIX STOPS. 34-Violone I 16ft. M-OpL-n diapason 16ft. 36-Bourdon 16ft. 37—Octave 8ft. 36-Bass flute I. 8ft. 39-0phicleide -n. 16ft. COUPLERS. 40—Swell te great—sub-octave. 41-Swell to great-utiisoi). 42-well to great-Qctave. 43—Swell to choir. 44-Choir to great. 45-Clioir to pedals. 46-Great to pedals, 47-Swell to pedals. One double acting piston to great to pedal coupler. One double acting piston to swell to great coupler. Three composition pedals to great and pedal organs. Three composition pedals to the swell organ. SUMMARY. 7 stops, 16ft. tone, 278 pipes, 8 stops choir, 464 pipes. 18 stops, 8ft. tone, 9."2 pipes, 11 stops great, 754 pipes. 7 stops, 4ft. tone, 409 pipes, 13 stops swell, 858 pipes. 6 stops, various do. 530 pipes, 6 stops pedal, 140 pipes. 38 speaking stops. 2,216 pipes. 2,216 pipes. 8 couplers. 1 tremulant. j 47 ivory draw ICHAIM. I The casework is of oak, designed and supplied, by the organ builders. The organ is blown by three patent Bosswater- engines. The instrument throughout is built, upon the compressed-air system under the recent patents of Henry Willis and Sons, the couplers operating by novel means, and without moving the manual clairers, these being perfectly synchronous,-in their effect. The touchers, which are all pneumatic, are as ugreeable, elastic, and as reiterative as those of the finest modern grand pianofortes. The greatest perfection in the construction and finish of tlm organ Is evident by itn grand tonal effeet and the "instan- taneous articulation of its pip«s. whicli are voiced on suitable pressures of wind stored in. the various reservoirs of their reMpeethe lecality. We way add that some of the mnet, important organs in the world have emanated from iJJis tiiui, umongRt them being these in the Boyal Albert Hall, Alexandra Palace, St. George's iiall, Liverpool, St. Paul's, London, and 16 other eathedais also Windsor Castle, with its eight rows of keys. Amongst the clergy who accompanied his lordship on the occasion were the Revs. Giiion Thompson, F. J. Beck (vicar of Roath), and Reynolds, Griffiths, Bland, W. Lewis, and L. Lewb, curates of St. John's. After the singing of Through the night of doubt and sorrow as a preoessional by-mn, The Blemor addressed the oongreption. He said there had beeu within resent years extensive alterations and improvements in the churob. The accommodation bad been largely ineeeased, and the chancel had been beautified and decorated and the improvements and alterations in the material stluctuve had rendered it necessary that the accessories and aidslto worship should be brought into harmony with the work already completed. Amongst those aids to Divine worship the organ held a foremost place. The enlarged church required a larger instrument of greater power and compass that the one that stood there before, and it would be part of the duty of the congregation to orfer their thanks to God that it had pleased Him to put it into the heart of a devout servant of His to provide the need which .r existed tititif-the new organ was built. He was not permitted at present to divulge the name of this kind aud beneficeut friend of the Church, but he was sura they all recognised the value of the gift. His lordship spoke on the subject of Worship," taking for his text the 95th Psalm. He alluded to the need for proper aids to worship, and said that in this respect St. John's was very fortunate. Tbe Bishop then said the office of dedication, and after prayer the Rev. Canon Thompson read a lesson from Revelations v., 6 to 13. Then the keyboard of the organ was unlocked and opened, and Mr George Robertson Sinclair, organist of Hereford Cathedral, played a selection of music which thoroughly tested the capacity and good qualities of the instrument. The proceedingi were closed with the Benedic- tion.

LETTER FROM CANON THOMPSON. TO THE EDITOR. SIR,—May I trespass upon your kindness so far as to &ay in too brief words something of what I ought to have said, but felt wholly unable to say, to my assembled friends in St. John's this morn- ing ? I ought, first of all, to have thanked far more fully than I did Dr. Vachell, the Arch- deacon of Llandaff, coming as he did at so great personal inconvenience, and Mr Winks, whose speech alone was sufficient to deprive m' of the power of utterance. I ought to have spoken of the loyalty to the parish and myself of the church- wardens, past and present alike of St. James's and St. John's, and in a former time of St. Andrew's, several of whom were present on the occasion, and, among them, I ought specially to have alluded to the long services of my two old friends who stood beside me, Mr Sargeaunt and Mr T. H. Stephens I ought to have recognised the munificence of some, the generosity of many, and the goodwill of all, rich and poor alike, without which my efforts would have been useless, and which through years of toil aud trial have deprived the task of building and begging of more than half its inevit- able unpleasantness. Above all, I ought to have thanked all my fellow-townsmen and parishioners for the trust and confidence they have reposed in me, amid the fluctuations of many years, and in the accomplishment of more than one difficult and delicate work. But none of these things was I able to do, through the overwhelming and quito unexpected kindness manifested by the whole proceeding, and the far too appreciative and generous words to which I was compelled to listen. In the natural order of things the time ought, perhaps, not to be far distant when I must make way for a younger and more energetic mac. Twenty yuars is a long term for the close and intimate contact which marks the relationship of a parish priest and his people. I thank you, sir, for allowing me to put on record my thankfulness that the termination of this period has been marked by a seal of public approval which is a further incentive and satisfaction to myself, and cannot fail to be an encouragement to others to do far better than I have done.—I am, &c., C. J. THOMPSON. The Vicarage, Cardiff, October 17th.

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, ABERYSTWYTH. ELECTION OF REPRESENTATIVE GOVERNORS. At a meeting of the returning officers appointed to conduct the above election, the following persons were declared duly elected governors of the college for five years from 10th September, 1894 NOMINEES OF THE COUNTY COUNCIL. -]Breconqhire- Alderman M. North, Bwlcii, R.S.O. Mr J. Williams Vaughan, Talgarth, B.S.O. Mr Owen Price, Cray, R.S.O. Mr John Thomas, Brymnawr. Cardiganshire— Rev. Thomas Levi, Aberystsvvth Mr J. M. Howell, Aberayron Capt. W. Davie*, Llandyssul Jtev. J. J. Jones, Newcastle Emlyn. Montgomeryshire—Mr H. Lewis, Newtown Mr Richard ltees, Machynlleth Mr N. H. Fairless Humphreys. Montgomery—Mr Richard Jones. Caersws. Merionethshire -iNIr Edward Jones, Dolgelley Mr J. Hughes Jones, Aberdovey Mr H. Haydn Jones, Pantyneuadd, Towyn Mr Richard T. Jones, Harlech. Pembrokeshire—Right Hon. Lord Kensington, Little Haven, R.S.O. Mr Joseph Thomas, Haverfordwest Mr Robert Ward, Narbertn Mr Isaac Smedley, Pembroke Dock. Rad- norshire-Right Hon. Lord Orraathwaite, Penybont Mr C. C. Rogers,Brampton Brian, R.S.O. Herefordshire —Dr. H. Bowen Davies, L'amirindod Mr R. Lewis Lloyd, Honiton. NOMINBRS OF MUNICIPAL CORPORATIONS.—Brecon -Mr A merman Wm. De Winton, Maesclderwen. Car- digan-Mr C. E. D, M. Richardson, Noyaddwllym. Aberystwyth—Mr Alderman Peter Jones, Aberyst- wyth. Carmarthen—Mr Thomas Thomas, Carmarthen. Hrtverfordwest-Mr Wm. Williams, Haverfordwest. Kidwelly- Alr Evan Vaughan Davies. Kidwelly. Lam- peter-Mr David Teifl Jones, Lampeter. Hanfyllin — Mr John Jones, J.P., Llanfyllin. Montgomerv-Mr Kdward Rees Jame- Montgomery. Pembroke—Dr. W. Burrow Wall Pembroke. Pdlbeli-Mr Alderman H. Owen Jones, Pwllheli. Tenby—Mr Clement John Williams, near Tenby. Welshpool—Mr Chas. Edward Howell, Welshpool. NOMINEES OF THIS SCHOOT. BOARD.-Breconsliire— Mr Stanley M. Bleigh, J.P., Builth Mr John Lloyd, London, JN. Mr Owen Price, Cray, R.S.O. Mr F. W. A. Roche, Talgarth. Cardiganshire—Rev. J. M. Urifntb, Llanfihanjtel Mr Alderman Peter Jones, Aberystwyth Mr D. C. Roberts, J.P., Aberystwyth Mr_L. J. Uoberts, Aberyatwyth Right Hon. Viscount Euoiyn. Golden Grove Mr Gwilym lCvans, J.P., Llansliy Professor D. E. Jones, M.A., Carmarthen Mr J. Lloyd Morgan. M.P., London. Merionethshire— Mr Roger Hughes, J.P., Balli. Dr. J. T. Jones, Corris; Rey. P. wyl Phillips, Bala Sir Henry Beyer Robertson, Corwen. Montgoineryghire-Mr W. H. Adams, Carno Mr Alfred Ford, Newtown Mr John Smout, IilanidloM Mr Richard Williams. Newtown. Pembrokeshire—Rev. Thomas Davies, D.D., Haver- fordwest fc»ir' William Davies, Haverfordwest; Mr Ivor Evans, Rhoshill, R.S.O. Rev. Lewis James, Naroerth. Radnorsbire-Mr Thomas Davies, Builth S. C. Evans Williams, London Rev. A. Jordu, M.A., Panybont Mr Joseph Wilding, J,Janhisur-road, NOMIIEHS OF THE PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL- MA STUBS.—Montgomeyrsbira—Mr Edwin Jones, Llan- dinam. Pembroketihire-Ir W. A. Peters, Haverford- west. NOMINEES OF GRADUATES OF UNIVERSITIES, FORMER STUDEJiTS OF THE COLLEGE. —Mr D. E. Jones, B.Sc., Aberystwy-h Mr R. H. Stewart, D.Se., Baijgor Mr David Samuel, M.A., Aberystwyth. NEMINJJTS OF HEBOOMADAL COUNCIL er THE UNI- VEltSlTl" of OXFORD.—Mr Wio. James Lewis, M.A., Trinity College, Cambridge Mr John Andrew Doyle, M.A., Crickliowell Mr OWill Morgan Edwards, M.A., Oxford. NOMINEES ot COUNCIL OF SENATE OF THE UNIVER- SITY OF CAMBRIDGE.—liie Rev. II. A. Morgan, D.D., Cambridge Mr 14,trabatd Owan, M.D., London the Rev. E O. Phillips, M.A., St. David's, R.S.O. NOMINEES OF THE SENATE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF LONDON.—Professor C. H. Harford, Litt. D., M.A., Aberystwyth Mr R. D. Roberts, D.Sc.,J.P., London; Professor A. S. V» llkins, M.A., Litt. D., LL.D. Man- Chester. NOMINEES OF THE SENATE OF THE COLLEGE.—Pro- fessor H. Etlie, Ph.D., M.A., Aberystwyth Professor H. Lloyd Snape, D Ph.D., Aberystwyth Pre- fessor J. W, Marshall, M.A., Aberystwyth.

PEOPLES HALL, CARDIFF. REGORD OF WORK. When tbe Wesleyan Conference met in Cardfff decision was mad* that the old chapel m Loudoun-square. which had fallen into dulness because of the removal of population, should be utilised as a centre of the "Forward Movement." The first year's work under the new system has just ended, and the results have been most grati- fying. In place of nearly deserted building the People's Hall has larga gatherings and the mission stuff—Rsv. T. Fawthrop, with Mr Elmer and Sister Thirza-bave in operation all the special agencies, such as lantern services and boys' brigade, by which non-attendants at public worship may be attracted and retained. The Sunday-school and church membership allow increase an adult Bible-class has been estab- lished and ia progressing satisfactorily a girls' parlour has been fitted up and opened the Saturday evening t&iupir.1.rtnCQ concert draws well; rescue -ock has been iuitituted and strenuous effort in made among he geamen and lodgers at the boarding-house. As the scene of labour is the notorious Tiger 13. the lowest quarter of Cardiff, its peculiar difficulties may be readily understood. The pamphlet iusti to hand giving a record of the year s work tells of experiences in the different agencies, the illustrative anec- dotes make it most interesting. On Sunday and Wednesday next the anniversary services take place in the "Peoples Hall," Loudouu-square- which is the old chapel under a new name.

SALE OF A UNION STEAMSHIP. The Union Steamship Company have sold to Mr James Huddart, of Jm perictl Federation fame, their well-known steamer the Anglian, long familiar upon the mail service to the Cappo The price paid for the staamer was £ 20,000. Mr Huddart was acting for his Melbourne firm, and the steamer will henoeforth be employed in the Australian coasting tkade, The brokers for the sale were Messrs. C. W. Kellook and Co., of Liverpool.

IT MAY KOT BE KNOWN TO TOO, bufrit ia a fart that, Rougli on Kat*" clears out Rats, Mice, Cock- roaches, lilies, Beetles, Moths, Ants, Bed Bugs, Sparrows, Skunks, Weasels, Moles, Musk Rats, Rabbits. 7Vid and 1» boxeaat Chemists. Wells'Health Renswer" for ner ous exhaustion. 4s 6d. "Hough on Corns for hard or soft corns. 8d at Cheniista. 6114f

MR J. M. MACLEAN IN CARDIFF. ATTACK ON SIR E. J. REED, M.P. HEAVY ATTEMPTS AT HUMOUR. CARPING AND EMPTY CRITICISM. On Wednesday night, at a smoking concert in the Cardiff Conservative Club, presided over by Mr J. P. Ingledew, Mr J. M. Maclean, Con. servative candidate for the borough of Cardiff, was the principal speaker. In the course of his remarks he said he had observed that a gentleman who had almost earned the fcitla of the com- plete letter-writer "—he meant that distinguished stranger, Sir Edward Reed—(laughter and applause)—had taken notice of the remarks the speaker made at Cardiff about a month ago. He thought Sir Edward's kindness deserved respect- ful acknowledgment. (Laughter.) He thought Sir Edward mistook any relationship that existed between them, because the speaker was ona of his most sincere and humble admirers. He could wish sometimes that Sir Edward bad a little stror.gbr sense of humour than he appealed to have, because his sensitiveness was extreme, and sometimes bordered the ridiculous. For instance, Sir Edward was very much offended with the speaker, apparently, because he referred to him as not being a frequent visitor to tho borough he represented. Well, he did that in the most friendly spirit, and in order that he really mie'ht make an apology for speaking so oftn-(Iaughter) —because ib was not so necessary for Sir Edward to come and gat acquainted with a constituency he had represented for so many years. (Laughter.) He also wished to point out that if he entered on any determined conflict with Sir Edward he should spedc a great deal more than Sir Edward was in the habit of doing. But Sir Edward went on to say 'l reply to that harm- less remark that he was not aware there was any contest between them. He did not think Sir Edward ought to look upon the remarks made as a grievance, but the bon. member seemed to have the idea that lie had a perpetual and indefeasible right to sit as member for Cardiff to the end of his life, and that any person who entertd the lists against him must be a personal enemy. (Laughter.) The proper place of a man like that was not in the Hou^e of Commons, but in the House of Lords—(laughter) —and Sir Edward OUQRT TO BE INDEBTED TO HIM for the suggestion that the time had come when the Liberal party should recognise his services by eending him to the l,ordg- (laughter and al)plause)-and then, like so many Radicals who had reached that goal of thair ambition, he would be able to come out in his true colourf as a red-hot Tory. (Hear, hear, laughter, and applause.) Sir E. J. Reed had also complained that the speaker did not recognise his services after a heavy and arduous Session, and that he was now engaged on the Manning Commission. Well, he did not disparage the gentleman's services, but wasn't be sent to Parliament to work ? He would point out that when the interests of a borough come in conflict with the interests of a particular party, the interests of the borough to go the wall. And he had mentioned a case in which Sir Edward Reed had done considerable disservice to Cardiff. In the first place, he never made any effectual or determined protest in favour of GIVING CARDIFF HER FAIR SHARE OF REPRESENTATION in the Imperial Parliament by insisting that it should have another member at the time of the redistribution of st-ats. (Hear, hear.) And he also thought that if Sir Edward had used his influence in the right way he might have succeeded in relieving Cardiff from the operation of that mischievous pieco of legislation, the Sunday Closing Act for Wales. (Hear, hear.) But Sir Edward Reed had shown that he pre. ferred his party to the Interests of tho people of Cardiff. (Hear, hear.) Sir Edward Reed had challenged him to say what he thought of his services, and that was his answer. He hittl no sordid or mean interest in this conflict, and whether he won or lost he would conduct it on his part in a fair and honourable way. (Hear, hear.) When the speaker made some public observations Sir Edward said tho an- tagonism did not discompose him. Well, the speaker hoped Sir Edward would comedown to Cardiff soon, not on his account, but to tell the electors what he had to sny. (Hear, hear.) No doubt THERE WOULD BE A GREAT ORATION. Meantime the anxious world could only await in hushed and awful suspense the delivery of this speech, which, no doubt, will be big with the fate of the British Empire. (Laugh- ter and applause.) Mr Maclean then turned to general topics, saying he did not believe the Parish Councils Act would be the means of enabling more men to get on to the land, and that it was not likely the House of Lords would be abolished and Disestablishment for Wales granted during next Session of Parliament. (Hear, hear, and laughter.) He asserted that there was no time when the Unionists were stronger in their determination to defend the institutions of the country which the Radicals were now attacking. (Applause.)

NEGLECTED NEWPORT HOME." SHOCKING DISCLOSURES. At the Newport Polico-court on Wednesday- before the Mayor and Mr G. R Martyn, magis- tiates—John Ryan and Ellen Ryan, of Georges- buildings, were summoned for neglecting their children. Mr Lyndon Moore, who prosecuted on behalf of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, said that the case disclosed horrible neglect of g-Ltiitary regulations. Inspector Ooates stated that he visised the house, and found two children, aged six and three years respec- tively. The elder child only had two light cotton garments on, and hnd a lar sore on her head and running sores on one foot. The upstair rooms were devoid of furniture, and the beds consisted of a few filthy rags. The walls were covered with vermin, and the refuse had been left in the room and there was a horrible stench in the rooms. Witness had never seen a house in a worse state that that of defendants.—Dr. Bassett, who also visited the house, said that the con- all ditions under which the children were "living" were detrimental to their health, and caused them suffering. The sores upon the children were sueh as would have been prevented if the children had been properly looked after. Ryan appeared to answer the charge, but the wife did not respond. The husband stated that ho had frequently com- plained of his wife to the police and also to the society's inspector. With regard to the house, the stairs were broken, three steps were missing, the ceiling of the upstair rooms were broken, and the roof was also broken, so that the rain came in. The walls were in such a state that they were afraid even to whitewash them, because they might fall down. The rent was 43 6d per week. The police-court rocord showed that the husband bad been convicted 34 times and the wife 44 and the JBanch, in fining the couple 21s each, or one month's imprisonment, said that they considered them equally to blame.

CONGREGATIONAL BAZAAR AT CARDIFF. The new Congregational Church on* the Cow. bridge-road, which was opened last week by the united churches of Llandaff-road and Womauby- street, although complete for aongregational worship, has still a good deal to do in accommo- dating the Sunday-school children, which will be one of the most important works in the new and larger 6eld of labour. A sale of work was held on Wednesday afternoon at the old chapel in Llandaff-road, which will now be vacated. The stallholders included Mrs Bone, Mrs Taylor, Mrs Wilkinson, Mra McRae, Mrs Norie, and Mrs Morgan, assisted by Miss C. Magen and Miss Poole. The refreshment stall was under the mnpervision of Mrs Keigwin, Mrs Poole, and Mrs Ward ley, whilst Mr E. oil and Mr Wardley took the fine art collection. The opening cere- mony was conducted by Mr J. G. Marycburch, who referred to the history ot Congregationalism in Cardiff, and paid tribute to the excellent work of the late Rev. Mr Seward. The friends at the opening included the Revs. J. H. Walker, F. C. Skyrme, and J. C. Ambrose, and Messrs A. Taylor (secretary), G. Bowen, JNorie, Hoyes, and Randall.

PROPERTY SALES. SWANSEA. At the Mackworth Hotel on Wednesday, Messrs J. M. Leader and Son offered at auction four freehold fields near the Plough and Harrow, Merton. Bidding reached £750, at which price the property was wittidrtwu. -Afterwards four freehold dwelling-houses, 1, 2, 3, and 4, St. Gec,rge's- terrace, were sold. Nos. 1 and 2 fetched £ 500 each No. 3, £510; and No. 4, 2515. The purchaser was Mr Simon Goldbarg. NEWPORT. Mr C. E. Parsons (Parsons aud Robjent) offered for sale, at the Westgate Hotel, at Newport, on Wednesday, several lots of leasehold property. Two dwelling-houses being Nos. 6 and 7, Dock Parade, with 20 years unexpired 1 HR.se, were pur- chased by Rev. W. Garry for £ 145 each. Nos. 12 and 13, Dock Parade, were knocked down to the same purchaser for 2190 the two, thpre being only five years' leas a to run. Mr Garry also became the purchaser of a dwelling-house, 28, Potter-street, (or 965, there beiug 21 years' unex- pired lease. Four cottages situate in New-street, with three years lease to run, Were sold to Mr W. Hockey, Commercial-road, for £ 95. Two villas situate on Chepstow-road, were also offered for sale, but were withdrawn.

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LIVING PICTURES." PRUDES ON THE PROWL. r. Ib requires the patience of forty Jobs (says 'London correspondent) to write with anything^ like calirniesa about the "Living Pictures" and the action of the puritymongers, but as these subjects are juat now more talked of than auy- thing else in London, it is necessary to discuss them at some length. To bpgin with, the idea of the living pictures was first of all brought to Mr Gilmer, then manager of the Athanibrt, who highly approved of it, and promised the Hiventoc of the notion an engagement as soon as there was a vacancy iu the bill. Armed with a letter to this effeet, the man approa*b«d Mr Charies Morton, who, kaowing what a dever up- to-date parson Gilmer is, judged it would be gsod business to try it there and tbea at the Palnae. He did so they proved a great draw, and Mr Morton has, to the surprise of those who know the facts, aeeeplied the credit of baviiig beon the initiator of the idea, at any rata he has never taken the trouble to deny it; ww has Gilmer, who M new the noting manager at the Prmoese's, ever been properly recognised as the first to en- tourage what has since beeonse the rage. Had the tableaux vivants been a failure the probability is that the Palaee would long ago have been shut up. Why the licence of this particular house has been opposed it the mystery of the hour, as its decorum is deadly. There is no life in the place or its entertainment now that Cissie Loftus is gone, and the purity people could not have hit upon a more difficult citadel to attack on a ques- tion of vice, for, from the ancient manager down to the youngest barmaid, all is irreproachable respectability. The skirmish on the Palace and p Olympia having been repulsedit was not expected that the question of the Empire Theatre would he ■ llll 1 J ONB OF THE LIVINA PICTURES." I anything more than a mere matter of outposts. It was, however, at this parb of the lrne that the vigilant enemy, fjeliag that there was a weak point, concentrated all their energies and for tho time being triumphed. Now for years it has been known, not in London only but throughout the kingdom, that the Empire Theatre of Varieties is not frequented by those whose morality is above suspicion, but there is no obliga- tion upon any human being outside the actual employees to visit this place; and so long as the ordinary outward decencies of life are maintained and there is no specific complaint made by the police, what occasion has there arisen for all this fuss Do the purists imagine that even one man or one woman will be iwproved or reformed by their action, whieh means rum to so many, No but it is an occasion not to be loirt. The inevitable closing of the Empire, were the dictum of the committee to be confirmed, means 600 people out of work, and in these days of depression at least 2,000 mouths to be fed out of the rates. The whole thing would be'ludicrous were it not at the same time so terribly serious. It must not be lost sight of that the living pictures were in themselves an education. Take for example that magnificent excerpt of the Doctor," by Luke Fildes, which we give herewith, and which appeals so atrongiy to the tenderest chords of human nature, and winch, be it remembered, has boen the most popu!ar of the series. Where is the harm here? T other numerous studies from the masters have also tended to foster and improve that love of art which the Continent insists we islanders possess in very limited degree. It seems preposterous that we should have to listen to some of the arguments brought forward by the purists. One, a lady, gave her experience of a visit to the Empire, who had never been before to a place of amusement. Are the thousands to be dictated to by a few such inginues? Time will show

MISS ALMA STANLEY. The Darby Winner has caught on at Drury- lane beyond the rnwi fervid anticioattons nf SIr MISS ALMA STANLEY. AugustusHarris. There never has been such busi- ness at the book- ing office within living memory. There is no doubt that much of his is duo to the -plendid way in which the really good piooe hag been mounted, but even more of the success is at- tributable to the excellence of the performers. Where all are so uniformly good it is invidious to particularise, but no one who has witnessed the play can pre veil this memory from dwelling on the bold bad woman, the creation of that accomplished actress, Miss Alma Stanley, who, until she appeared at the Adelphi, was better known to music-hall habitues than to theatre-goers. At Drury-lane she has an exceptional opportunity of distinguish- ing herself, and sh takes full advantage of it. The prominence she manages to give the part is remarkable considering that the rest of the cast is so singularly strong, and that she has made her histrionic future is generally allowed by those who were at first inclined to doubt her power to play go difficult a role.

THE WHIPPING POST. A writer in the current number of Leslie s Weekly gives an account of the quarterly whip- ping of petty criminals by the sheriff of Newcastle County, Delaware. Eleven men—three white and eight black-wei-e punished at the whipping- post and pillory. Three of the "coloured men were punished in the pillory and afterwards whipped—the first for norse-stealing and the other two for burglary. The eight other men were whipped for petty larceny, six of them receiving 10 and two getting 20 lashes. A small crowd of people was present. The whipping does not appear to have been unduly severe at all events, none of the offenders made audible complaint. One man who received only 10 lashes appeared to suffer more than the others who were meted out severer punishment. Alexander Scribner, who had boen in the pillory, is described as coming to the post without any apparent fear, and, after getting his 20 lashes, he ran awny laughing, and was laughed at by the crowd. Another man, Levi Bayard, received 30 lashes, but when released sprang past the sheriff and ran back to the gaol, laughing and singing, "It's all over now." The judges of Delaware courts," it is stated, have all been favourably impressed with the whipping-post as a method of punishment particularly suited to this little commonwealth. They believe that it is not only a deterrent of crime among the local vicious olass, but that it also protects the State from being overrun by the noted cracksmen of the larger and more populous States. Statistics justify this view. There has been no notable burglary in Delaware since 1870, auo the one in that year was the first for half a century. The cruelties of the system are all of the past. The provision of the law for whipping whtte women has been in disuse for a long while —since 1855. No coloured women have been whipped since 1870. Previous to that the whip- ping of women was very rare."

I THE MARRIAGE LAWS. At theLichfield Diecesan Conference on Tuesday an interesting discussion took place on the follow- ing resolution, moved by the Dean of Lichfield That it is incumbent upon the clergy and laity to uae their influence—1st, to discountenance re-marriage after divorce, either for the innocent or the guilty 2nd, to prevent any further relaxation of the marriage laws."—Mr Levett seconded. --Caiion Lonsdale proposed au amend. ment that the first clause of thAt resolution be struck out, on the grouud that the conference should not preach a crusade against the law.—The Bishop of Shrewsbury seooaded. —Oanon Boddington moved, as a rider, the additiou of the third clause To obtain the repeal of so much of the Divorce Acts, 20th and 21st Vic., cap. 75, as permits the use of churches for the remarriage of divorced persons." —The Rev. E. D. Boothman seconded.—Major Seton Churchill suggested a further amendment, but it was not seconded.—The President said the opening expression of the resolution was a very strong one, and if he were to give Msformal assent to it it would appear as if lie were givirig a direc- tion to the clergy and laity of the diocese in the matter. Qiits apart, therefore, from his views on the subject, he should not consider it proper to grant his assent in the event of the resolution being adopted. They had to remember that there had been a differenco of opinion in the Ohurch for many centuries as to whether the guilty and the innocent stood in the same position in regard to the marriage tie after divorae through the un- faithfulness of one. (Applause. )-Canon lions. dale's amendment mas lost, and the resolution was then carried, together with Canon Bodding- ton's rider.

The phrase The Nonconformist Conscience" first made its appearrmce in a leader of l'M Times. WILL TRADE IMPROVE ?—SO far everyone ad- mits tliat 139? is every whit as bad as 1893. Universal grumbling prevails. Hut while we hope for batter times, let us not forget that we are Ourselves in measure to blam" for tho trouble. Certainly we should have much Il'Si1 cause for grumbling if we took better care of our heal; h. Nothing unfits oue for Work so much as illness. Even what we are wont to call mitior complaints lead to endless trouble. Happily in Hollo- way's PilIi1 and Ointment we have the mealu of effect- ing a speedy cure for all such troubles, and we should be foolish indent) if we De&lected to avail ourselves of them.

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BISHOP OF LLANDAFF ON CEIDOO BUILDING. TO TME KDITOE .J I SIR,"—-The Bishop of Llandaff is reP°L|rJ toave said in his speech at the Church Abertillery last week that "he friends in this valley between Abertlllw S Risca, where only iron structures wore B^yS would be stimulated to put up good, ha8~5H substantial churches which would wio raw from God." So God, who is no tesp^St persons, is so of eh arches This is a at Abercarn, Newbridge, aud, may we *TjI AWerbceg ? We kn^w now that God J affection for stww, which does not eP* timber covered with iron and zinc. Per lordship can fathom the depths of omnipojjl virtue of his apostolic status, and can C# God is so partial to stone. Very few ■» structures remam long enough oo the earth to be worth notice rM sweep of time. Surely, if any were to remain, Tintern Abbey would be tbJ|j Begun in 1131, and opened in 1260, it has ruins for hundreds of years 1 It only lasteorji five times as long as it took to build, and ihe most beautiful of all! Yet it fragment of stone reared by creatures ° ~m Probably the iron structures will last 100 'JI long as they take to build. Therefor^ bishop would lighten the primeval cft&J- avoid needless work he should stick to iro' aluminium arrives. Bat he evidently likesr and, as Burns says, Courts for cowards were erected, Churches built to please the pnest, j 80 the bishop has his whim, costly th and tries to please it, even at tbe tormenting his New bridge and Abercarn ad&^| with apostolic assurance that they haV'J succeeded in pleasing either him or God speculations. In that case let us hope least pleased themselves. M But seriously, is not this a eentenci^f proves, as indeed others m his speech that a bishop can talk awful rubbish FER BLAH*.

L_ Whitchurcb, Oct. 16th, 1894. L_ CARDIFF RETAIL COAf.r DEALEIZS. DEPUTATION TO THE PROPOPO COMMITTEE. It On Wednesday, at a meeting of the CardiØt, }> perty and Markets Committee, Conncill0*. gp Beavan introduced a deputation of reta" j* dealers, who found a grievance with so'" J# j regulations imposed by the corporation- j stating the case Mr Beavan said there several objections to the new form of ticket the corporation insisted upon, in the plaoe old railway or corporation ticket. Their » j tions were that they would h9 fgM geV carters who could write,, road, which woartd handicap „ fco considerably and again, they had notl"?^- ttf! with the weighing, and they became liable i* chance that the employee will make a copying from one ticket to another. Th*# still have to get the railway ticket, and ti(^5 would do would be simply to copy from gjjtf to another. Inspector Mayor's measures official) objection was ticket he had issued was the one prescribed Act, and unless they had that ticket outside the Act. The ticket given by the raL^ company did not incriminate the seller. WM no proposition on the subj ct, and the will take its ordinary course.

ASTHMA PREVALENT. ,1 OVER 11,000 CASES IN CARDdF. A NOTED PHYSICIAN'S VIEWS oo THE SUBJECT. # Asthma has hitherto baffled the skill best physicians. Within a comparatively period ( Dr. R. Sohiffmann, the cfistintf^V-j/ specialist, who has devoted many years o» ? to the treatment of asthma, bronchitis, hay and croup, has prepared a remedy for affections whioh is meeting with great wherever introduced. With this remedy no waiting for results. It is not -a nansoot) 14 compound to be swallowed, but is use? inhalation, thus reaching the seat of direct. Its action ia immediate and Acting directly upon the mucous membrd the air passages, it relieves the spasin and^*j striction instantaneously, facilitates free and expectoration, and insures comfortable re8'v. those otherwise unable to sleep except in All chemists have this remedy in stock, order that its efficacy may be tested by fTjfi sufferer who has tried all other means of vain, the doctor's representative will give one free trial package, as an advertisemeO^ everyone who applies to-day and to-morrC'e J. Munday's Drug Store, 1, High-street, thus convincing the most sceptical. living at a distanoe who wish to test the tfl&Z f,fr this remedy should address R. ScbiffU"^ W C C.S., Gray's Inn-road, JjoO"

=- GOING DOWN HILL. An account is? going the rounds of the Pre* 0 an aged man (74- years), who for more th^y* years was afflicted with the Pa ftl!* characteristic symptoms of inflammation bladder—gravel, scalding, retention, and pRin-P. weakness particularly prevalent aTrol)c those in advanced years. His experIence been so remarkable that we feel justified in it prominence. He says I am 74 years of a{|e. My life has active. I am well-known in this town, and I say will not be doubted by anyone who iue. In addition to the symptoms described, pain developed in my loins ^5 u extended up the back to tbe shoulder, affecting the right arm, making it painful to raise it. These pains bad gradually incr during all these twenty years, although I manv remedies in houea of obtaining relief- A few months ago I saw an advertisement J Warner'# Safe Cure, and read the the cures it had wrought in similar cas«s» determined to give it a trial. My faith was great, as you may infer, after so many failureo but after taking six bottles it completely me the pains are gone. I feel as sound and as a boy and as ever I did ia my life. It three months sines I took the last bottle, js there are no signs whatever of a return o*. u complaint." There is no doubt hut that tblS øt a true recital of the case of Mr R. Tanilet, Murine Villa, Newnham-on-Severn, Gioua0ter shire, and it should be an onaouragemetll similar sufferers.

EXTRAORDINARY CASE OF MIS- TAKEN IDENTITY. A rather remarkable case of mistaken 'defl*' £ ? came before the Blackpool magistrates on J Henry Brooks, landlord of the Adelphi H' was summoned for having games on his premises, and two men named Hngue and of Oldliam, vvero charged with aiding *.f4 abetting. The evidence seemed C(lnclØid enough. Several police constables, who they knew the landlord well, stated that 08 morning of tha 3rd instant they were able tinctly to see him playing at cards for a>0O^l with the other two defendants in the rooms of the hotel. ^bey demanded entrance to the hotel, and everybody was found to be in bed but several points of borative detail" were brought forward seemed oonalusively to point to the guilt three defendants. The defence was a total denial of the ohaiV^ One of the defendants, moreover, stated that did not know how to play cards and did not w to to know. In the end throe licensed yiotda ,tal 'from Haworth and Halifax were produced for "Ic defence, and it was seen that one bora a 91n« tO resemblance to Brooks, while the other 1 resembled Hague and Taylor. They stated ifJ theywefevititora at the hotel on the log question, and it was they who were nap" for halfpenny points. On bearing this evidence the magiousto missed the stun mo uses.

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