The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

LLANF tHANG EL- UWCH-G WILL SCHOOL TREAT.— On Friday, June 27th, the scholars of the above National School, together with their parents and numerous friends assembled at the schoolroom, to partake of a most sumptuous repast, which was generously provided them by the gentry and farmers of the vicinity. Their kind schoolmaster—Mr Gwilym J. Jones- having passed the children so creditably, deter- mined not to allow this year go by, without appreciating their success, and awarding them a treat. Consequently he convened a meeting.— Rev. J. Jones-Evans, the much repected Curate of the parish, in the chair — to consider and discus3 the best mode of carrying his earnest desire into effect. The meeting was unanimous in its decision, and the working committee, inaugurated by Mr Jones utilized every possible effort to make the treat a success. Great praise is due to the highly esteemed family of Ystradwrallt, for the most magnificent and liberal manner in which they assisted and contri- buted towards the enjoyment and amusement of the little ones. Major Dalrymple, Alltygog, and Mr E. H. Morris, Brynmyrddin, also liberally subscribed towards the funds. The tables which were beautifully decorated with flowers and plants were presided over by the following :—Mrs Stokes, Master Stokes, and Miss Frank, Ystrad- wrallt Mrs Davies, Werndrevy Mrs Jeremy, Carregllys Mrs Morgan, Rhiwfelen Mrs Davies, Tyrcapel Mrs Jones, nee, Miss Thomas, Tannerdy and Miss Evans, Gilfach who were kindly assisted by Mrs Thomas, Cwm Howell; Miss Howells, Cwmtywyll Mrs Evans, Bryn- amlwg; Mrs Evans, White Horse Inn Miss Jones, Miss James, Parkyberllan Mr D. Davies, Alltygog Mr J. Evans, Abergwili and Mr G. J. Jones. It is needless to state, that one and all did ample justice to the cake, which did credit to Mr Smith, of Carmarthen, by whom it was supplied and to various other good things, which had been laid out. Tea being over, and the children having sung one of their school songs, they all adjourned to the adjacent field—kindly lent for the occasion by Mr Davies, Tyrcapel- where all sorts of amusement—foot, sack, three-legged races, etc,— were freely indulged in, until late in the evening. The sports were well arranged and superintended by the Rev. J. Jones-Evans, and Mr Jones, while the office of starter was left for Master Stokes, acquitted his task most praiseworthly. The latter also freely distributed a good supply of sweets and nuts, among the young ones. Before the gentle folk of Ystradwrallt left for home, all the people —young and old — congregated together and warmly accorded them hearty good cheers, which were reached again and again. Also before dis- persing, cheers were given the Rev. J. Jones- Evans Mr Jones, and the kind ladies and gentle- men, that s') cheerfully waited on them. When leaving the field, Mr Davies, Tyrcapel was carried shoulder high on a chair through the village, while all the people formed a procession, singing For he is a jolly good fellow." Mr Davies, on again reaching terra\firma, delivered an address, informing his hearers of the much good derived from the school. The concourse, then dis- persed, each child receiving a jam-tart given them by their master, after enjoying a pleasant evening.

LLANDOVERY. LEGAL.—We are pleased to notice the name of Mr T. Aneuryn Rees, formerly of Tonn, in the list of successful candidates at the final ex- amination of the Incorporated Law Society, re- cently held in London. FAIR.—Our monthly fair was held on Tuesday. This is one of the new ones, and only lasts one day. The attendance was small, and the fair was over between two and three. Probably the period at which it was held had something to do with the meagre attendance—the hay harvest demanding the attention of farmers. The im- pression, however, receives very general acceptance that our fairs are far too numerous. Be that as it may, it is an undoubted fact, that the additional ones have never been taken to kindly, and that they tend to very materially decrease the importance of the old fairs. Cows and calves sold at from JE13 to JE14. In horses a few colliers were disposed of at from £24 to £27. Suckling pigs sold at from 13s. to 16s. porkers, at from 8s. to 8s. öd. a score. POLICE COURT.—It is very encouraging to note that our town and neighbourhood have enjoyed comparative immunity of late from offences of every description. No cases have come on for hearing at our police court for several weeks. UUR FLOWER SHOW. — We beg to remind our readers that the date for holding this annual and very popular event is fast approaching. It will be held 011 the 19th of August. The entries this year are very numerous. Lovers of music will be glad to hear that a first class band will be in attendance throughout the day. The con- venience of visitors will be very carefully at- tended to.

ABERYSTWYTH. DEATH OF SERGEANT COONEY.—We regret to announce the death of Sergeant Cooney, of the Staff of the Royal Artillery Brigade at the Barracks here, on Tuesday morning. CLERI(!AL. -We congratulate Mr John Jones, of Troedybryn House, on his attaining to the degree of B.A. at St. David's College, Lampeter, and wish him every success in his future life- work in the ministry. LEGAL.—We are pleased to find amongst the list of those who successfully passed their last final examination at the Incorporation Law Society the name of Mr Daniel Jones, who was articled to Mr Hugh Hughes, solicitor, of this town. The monthly fair on Monday was very success- ful An increased number of cattle and horses were brought to the Smithfield, and there was a brisk demand with the result that a greater number of truck loads were despatched than on previous fairs. THE FIRE BRIGADE.—The Brigade, which has performed most praiseworthy service, met in full force on Saturday for their monthly drill under Captain Peake. All the manoeuvring were executed most satisfactorily and with enthusiasm. THE WEATHER. The weather has been unseasonably rough and cold during the last few days to the great determent of enjoyment by visitors both by land and sea and we are sorry to say that members have left the town in con-equence. The cold and cutting wind has also had very observable effect on the hay, corn, potatoes, and other crops. It is frequently hoped that a favourable change will have speedily occurred. THE IVORITEs.-The delegates from the lodges of the South Wales District met in annual session at the Town Hall on Tuesday, the 8th, and after the business was concluded they marched in procession, proceded by the Exelsior Band, to the Lion Hotel, where they partook of an excellent dinner. The attendance of representatives was most satisfactory, and the position of the order was reported to be prosper- ous. Important business was transacted. THE ROYAL ARTILLERY BRIGADE. The Division of the Royal Cardigan Artillery Brigade assembled on Monday at the Barracks, and were supplied with their uniforms. On Tuesday morn- ing at 6.30. they assembled for drill, and marched with the contingent of recruits, who had been in training here for the last month, to the Railway Station and were conveyed by special train, at 7.30., of the Manchester and Milford line to Milford, where they will receive a month's battery drill. The conduct of the men is reported as ex-emplary. TRINITY CHURCH SUN-I)AY SCIIOOL.The annual flower show has been fixed to be held this year at thd Town-hall, on Wednesday, July 23rd, and the congregation and visitors it is to be hoped will do their best to patronize the show. The proceeds will be given in prizes to the successful exhibitors. The object is to encourage a taste for flowers among the Sunday School children; I y who in the following week will enjoy their annual excursion, which this year has been fixed to go to Oswestry. Subscriptions to this object, will also be thankfully received, because the schools are young in comparison with the old established Sunday Schools in the town, and, therefore, the funds have not reached so high an amount as to enable the well-wishers to do all they would wish on behalf of the children, who number nearly 300, of the working classes. TOWN COUNCIL.—A special meeting of the Town Council was held on Tuesday at the Town- hall. There were present Messrs Griffith Wil- liams, mayor (in the chair), John Morgan, J. Mathias, C. M. Williams, H. Palmer, John Evans, T. R. Powell, William Thomas, David Roberts, D. C. Roberts, Peter Jones, and R. Doughton, also Rees Jones, town surveyor H. L. Evans, borough accountant, and Dr. Davis, sanitary inspector. The minutes of the last meeting were read and coiitirmed.-N,lr Palmer complained of a tent having been allowed on the Terrace on Monday for the sale of things to excursionists, and it was decided to prohibit such in future.—Mr T. R. Powell complained of the circus having been allowed to enter the town on Sunday afternoon to the great attraction of children and annoyance and disturbance of people resorting to the different places of worship, and he wished to know if the mayor had given his permission.—The Mayor replied that he knew nothing at all about it no one had asked his permission, and he was not aware that he had power to stop their entry. The people were travelling, and must put up somewhere. -After the Town Clerk had read a communication from Mr Dyson with reference to providing a band of professionals for the season, it was decided to defer its consideration until the report of the town band committee was read. This was sub- sequently done. It referred to the excellent characters of two local bands which were at present occasionally performing on the Terrace and in other parts of the town, and recommended that the sum of 1:30 be appropriated to these local bands until an arrangement with pro- fessionals be arrived at.- Mr John Morgan proposed the adoption of the recommendation, and that the Exelcior Band of Mr Jack Edwards and the Britton band of Mr J. R. Jones be arranged to play alternately each night of the week, weather permitting, and that the money be distributed in instalments of payment at the discretion of the coiiiinitt ee. --This was seconded by Mr Doughton, who suggested that the bands be paid at the rate of 20s. or 30s. per night. The proposal was strongly supported by Mr Palmer, especially as it would be the means of encourag- ing local talent, which it was our duty to do, rather then encourage the miserable exhibition we had last year which was a disgrace to the town.—On being put to the vote the motion was carried unanimously, and the committee em- powered to aet at once on the understanding as suggested by Mr C. M. Williams that the matter be put on the agenda, and a formal resolution to appropriate the money passed at the next meeting.—Mr Wm. Scott applied for the re- newal of the lease of No. 29, Portland-street, which was granted upon the usual terms.—A general district rate of Is. 6d. in the t, and a water rate of Is in the R, were signed, and the corporate seal affixed.-There was a subject on the agenda to pass a resolution, that it be re- ferred to the public works committee to inquire into, and report upon the position of the town council in regard to certain premises in Terrace- road recently advertized, and sold by auction by Captain Richard Watkins. Mr Peter Jones partly explained that a grant was made of the property by the court many years ago, but the dimensions of the land as now claimed was not in the grant, and it was contended that a freehold had been acquired of the difference in the measurements, but, inasmuch as there would be some important enquiries to be made, and Mr Hugh Hughes acted for the Mortgagees, he pro- posed that the matter be referred to the finance committee, and that they be authorized to en- gage the professional services of Messrs Griffith Jones and Co.—Mr A. J. Hughes, the borough .1 1:1 solicitor, expressed himself that he would far prefer it, and it was decided accordingly.—The proceedings then terminated. el THE EIOO PRIZE COMPETITION. Of course it is most gratifying to us to find that the success- ful winner of the handsome prize of zElOO offered by Mr W. Taylor for the best essay on the celebrated Bishop Morgan and his times," is a native of this neighbourhood, being Mr Thomas Evan Jacob, son of the late Mr Evan Jacob, of Felinnewydd, about two miles from here. Mr T. E. Jacob received his primary tuition at the Penyparke National School, under the late Mr G. H. Thomas, from whose school a great uumber of youths were first incited to pursue and con- tinue their after studies, until by this time they have reached the highest positions. From here, it appears, Mr Jacob proceeded to Ystrad Meurig Grammar School, and subsequently received private tuition in classics from the Rev T R. Morice, Fellow of Jesus College, of this town, preparatory to entering Cambridge, where lie highly and speedily distinguished himself. Mr Jacob having discarded the purpose of entering the Church from that College, selected the law as the profession to attach himself to, and with that view articled himself to the firm of Hugh Hughes and Sons, solicitiors, of this town, where he served for some months. But finding the law not congenial he abandoned it, and-like many more authors before him, appears to have (levoted himself to literature in the great mart of competitive literary labour of the Metropolis. He is the author of the work, The Bliss of Revenge," a novel, and some subsequent works which have borne criticism more or less favour- able, especially the work last named. As con- nected with Wales, Mr Jacob has borne the palm at several eisteddfodau, and at the last Wrexham eisteddfod, he carried off prizes to the amount of 260, £ 50 of which being for one essay. A writer remarks upon this, quoting the old pro- verb, Yn mhob gwlad y megyr glew," that so it appears in Cardiganshire without doubt in this case of Mr Thomas Evan Jacob. We would, however, beg to add that not only each of the three adjudicators (the Rev Principal Edwards, John Rhys, and Daniel Silvan E'ans) are in- dividually and originally connected with Cardiganshire, but the two latest addition to tho episcopal order in Wales, without going further backwards. THE "CAMBRIAN NEWS" APPRENTICES STRIKE.—At the police station, on Saturday morning, before Alderman C. M. Williams, ex- mayor, and Mr George Davies, J. P. Morgan, 14, Moor-street David James Lewis, Liverpool House, Chalybeate-terrace Edward and Richard Jones Griffiths, 59, North-parade; Harry Williams, Mary-street John Lumley Jones, North-parade John Jenkins, Queen-street and Richard David Richards, Great Darkgate-street, apprentices in the printing trade and in the employ of John Gibson, proprietor of the Cam- brian Nen-s, were charged by their employer with refusing to perform their duties according to the terms of a deed of apprenticeship executed by the prosecutor. The plaintiff also claimed C5 damages for breach of the terms of the said deed of apprenticeship between plaintiff and the defend- ants on the 30th of June.—Mr F. R. Roberts appeared for the prosecutor and Mr W. P. Owen represented the defendants.—Mr W. P. Owen applied that the case be adjourned until Wednes- day. He said the young men had grievances, and he thought it was only fair and reasonable that they should have a case of that description tried in open court, at the Town Hall, and not there where the accommodation was insufficient for the public. Mr Gibson could not be in any way pre- judiced through the case being adjourned until Wednesday. He had advised his clients to go back, which they did, and they had since been working until that morning.—Mr F. R. Roberts opposed Mr Owen's application for anadjournment --He said that the young chaps left Mr Gibson on Saturday night without giving any notice whatever, and did not return, in consequence of which Mr Gibson was put to a great deal of trouble to bring out the Cardigan Bay 011 Tuesday. He had experienced a great deal of trouble in finding out workmen, and had to wire for men to Dolgelley, and other places. At present he had two extra men, and if those proceedings were adjourned he would be put to much more incon- venience, and would have to get more men, especially if the case would be tried 011 Wednes- day, the day that most of the Cambrian News was done. Mr Gibson at present asked for JE5 10s. but if adjourned he would ask for further damages. -Mr Owen said he failed to see what objection Mr Gibson could have to having the cases adjourned. He had carried on the business for several years with the same lads, and he could not see what inconvenience would arise. He would give an undertaking that the defendants would go back to their work and attend to it as usual.—Mr Roberts said it was a very serious thing for his client. During the summer he published five different papers every week. The defendants has already lost one day, and if the case would be adjourned they would be obliged to lose another day. He thought they should pro- ceed with the case tlieii. --Alderman C. M. Williams said the bench had decided to adjourn the case to Tuesday or Wednesday, upon the understanding that the defendants would return to their work. -.LNIR Gibson said that the adjourn- ment would cause great inconvenience. He would be pleased if they would adjourn it till Saturday. If the case would be adjourned to some other day it would cause great inconvenience, and the result would be that extra men would have to be engaged, which of course would add to the expenses. However he did not wish it to be understood that it was his desire to pile on heavy expenses on those lads. Neither had he any desire to keep back the publicity of the proceed- ings, and the only question was that of doing the work. -Alderman Williams (to the strikers) Will you go back to-your work ifc attend to it as usual?- R. J. Griffiths (one of the defendants) promptly replied If we don't attend to our work we won't receive any money, because we are on piece work (laughter).—The case was adjourned till Saturday (to-day), at the consent of Mr Owen.

LLANDYSSIL. THE Funeral of Mr Thomas Davies, of the Cilgwyn Arms, took place on Wednesday morn- ing, when a large concourse of friends assembled together to attend the funeral of deceased who died in his 63rd year on Saturday last, after a long and painful illness, leaving his widow and six children to mourn his loss. Mr Davies had been Hurried four times, by his first wife he had no child. by his second wife he leaves one child, by his third wife he leaves two children, and by his now widow three children.—His remains were interred at Llanfihangel-ar-arth Churchyard, the Rev. J. R. Hughes, vicar, officiating Previous to the removal of the body from the h mse, the Revs. T. P. Phillips (Independent), and Mr Johns, Ffynnon Henry, delivered suitable and impressive sermons. LIBERAL ASSOCIATION. -The split among the Liberals of the district is much more serious than it was thought to be, when my last account of it appeared in a former issue of THE JOURNAL. The democratic portion of the electors are not so easily curbed. The Radical Aristocrats have done everything in their power to cure matters and make friends, but all to no purpose. The democrats are not again to be snubbed, and with this view have determined at a meeting held 011 Tuesday evening last, at the workshop of Mr John Jones, contractor and carpenter of this town, to start a Counter-Liberal Association for the district. There were present a large number of electors and others among whom were Mr John Jones, 6, Lincoln-street Mr Thomas Lewis, game dealer Mr William Lewis, shoemaker Mr J. Jones, Penstar Mr David Jones, Plas- bach Mr Tom Evans, Barley Mow Mr David Davies, Teify Cottage Mr Evan Jones, Well- street, and others.

LAMPETER. SCHOOL BOARD. -The first meeting of the new Board was held 011 Monday last, when the Rev Daniel Jones was appointed chairman. LIWAL. Amongst the list of successful candidates at the final examination for admission as solicitors of the High Court of Justice, we are pleased to find the name of Mr John E. Jones, son of the Rev Hugh Jones, of Llangunllo Rectory, Llandyssil. Mr Jones was articled to Mr David Lloyd, of this town. THE HALF HOLIDAY.—The shop assistants are gratified to find that their efforts to secure a weekly half holiday have been crowned with success. Posters have been published broad-cast throughout the town and neighbourhood, bearing the names of almost the whole of the trades- people, announcing that their shops will be closed every Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock on and after the 16th instant, The tradesmen deserve the thanks of the assistants for yielding them this boon, and it is to be hoped that the appeal to customers to buy their goods aarly on that day will have the desire effect. The Mayor is to be thanked also for the part lie took at reconciling the masters to the appeals of the assistants. FOOTBALL.—On Wednesday, the 1st inst., a general meeting of the town football club was held, when a large number of members assembled, and Mr D. F. Lloyd, the last year's captain, took the chair. The secretary, Mr Oliver Evans, was called upon to read a summary of last year's pro- ceedings, from which it appeared that the first XV. had played eiht matches last season, five of which they won, lost two, and one drawn. The A team had played two matches. They won one, and lost one. The officers for the ensuing season were then elected as follows :—Captain, D. F. Lloyd, Peterwell treasurer, Wm. Davies, Station-terrace sub captain, Tom F. Davies, Harford-row; I1011. secretary, S. D. Jones, Emporium; captain, "A" team, John Brown Thomas. The new captain then thanked the meeting for the honour they had conferredon him, and expressed a desire to see more men at- tending the practices next season, now that the half holiday had been practically secured. VESTRY.—At a vestry meeting of the rate- payers of the parish of Lampeter, held on the 'p 5th instant, for the purpose of appointing an assistant overseer of the poor for the parish, pursuant to a resolution passed at a vestry meet- ing held on the 27th ult. There were present Rev Daniel Jones, M.A., vicar, chairman; Messrs David Lloyd, churchwarden; John Morris and David Price, overseers T. H. R. Hughes, Neuaddfawr Thomas Lloyd, solicitor Aldermen Thomas Edmunds, J. W. Evans, David Lloyd, Mr Thomas Owen, Rev Rees Cribin Jones, Mr John Evans, Pontfaen Mr WIll, Williams, Clynhir; Mr David Davies, Morfa and about 30 other ratepayers Appli- cations for the office from the following candidates were read, viz. — Messrs David Lloyd, Dolgwm House; John W. Edwards, College-street Wm. Davies, Railway House John Jones, tailor, High-street; John Evans, Maespwll and Daniel Davies, Bridge street. The nominations for the candidates then took place, and the rate payers present voted as follows Mr David Lloyd, five Mr John Edwards, ten Mr Wm. Davies, three Mr John Jones, four Mr John Evans, five; Mr Daniel Davies, four. No candidate having obtained a majority of rate-payers present. A poll was de- manded by Mr David Davies, Lletty'rtwppa, and Saturday, the 12th instant, between nine a.m. and nine p.m., was fixed by the chairman for taking the poll. TOWN COUNCIL. At a meeting of the Town Council held on the 5th inst., there were present Aldermen Thomas Lloyd (mayor), J. W. Evans, Medical Hall Thomas Edmunds, Harford- square David Lloyd, Dolgwm House Councillors Thomas Owen, Station-terrace D. T. Davies, Eurfaen Hall; T. L. Davie-, Caxton Hall T. H. R. Hughes, Neuaddfawr Roderick Evans, Apothecaries' Hall; David James, Whitehall; and David Lloyd, clerk. — The plans and estimate of the proposed sewerage extension were laid before the Council, and the clerk was directed to forward the same to the Local Government Board for approval.—Resolved that the bye-laws be sent to the Local Govern- ment Board for approval. The Clerk was directed to get notices printed, and published in the town to the effect that any person wasting water on the premises, would be prosecuted.— Mr D. T. Davies moved pursuant to notice that the contract with the gas company for lighting the town be terminated forthwith. Mr Roderick Evans seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously. Aldermen J. W. Evans and David Lloyd being interested in the gas company did not take part in this matter. -Mr D. T. Davies proposed, and Alderman Thomas Edmunds seconded, that a collector of rates be appointed for the borough, in the room of Mr Evan Davies (deceased).—Mr D. T. Davies gave notice that at the next meeting he will move that the person who will be appointed assistant overseer for the parish of Lampeter be appointed collector for the borough.—The appointment of Alderman David Lloyd as Mayor's auditor was laid before the meetiti(,. Alderman J. W. Evans gave notice that at the next meeting he will move that the fee to the polling clerk at contested election be -The Clerk was directed to write to the Rev W. Owen Edwards, Aberayron, requesting that he will withdraw the slanderous remarks made by him at a meeting at Aberayron, on the 26th ult., as to the alleged unhealthy state of this town. 11 y

LLANFIHANGELY CREUDDYN. COMPETITIVE MEETING.—A competitive meet- ing was held at the schoolroom of the above place, on Friday evening, June 20th, com- mencing at 7 o'clock, under the presidency of the Rev J. P. Evans, vicar of the parish. The ad- judicators were Proge, recitations, Arc., the Rev W. J. Williams, B. A., vicar of Llanafan poetry, the Rev J. Jones, M.A., headmaster of Ystrad Meurig Grammar School; music and writing, Mr W. Jenkins, Board School, Ysbytty, Ystwith. The secretary was Mr Joseph Jones, Abermagwr and the treasurers were Mr John Jones, Abertrinant, and Mr Thomas Jenkins, Tanllan, the church wardens. The subjects were 24 in number. We were fortunate in getting tine weather, a good gathering, and we are pleased to state that the meeting was a success financially. PREACHING MEETING. The annual preaching meeting at Llanfihangel-y-Creuddyn Church took place on the 26th and 27th ult. On Thursday evening at half-past six, the service was read by the Rev J. P. Evans, vicar of the parish and sermons were delivered by the Rev J. D. Lewis, curate of Llanilar, and Rev Thomas Jones, vicar of St. Dogmell's. On Friday evening at ten o'clock, the Rev J. D. Lewis, read the service and two sermons were preached by the Rev W. Morgan, curate of Talybont, and the Rev J. Williams, vicar of Llangeler. At half-past two, the Rev J. Williams intoned the litany, and Rev .J. M. Griffiths, vicar of Llanfihangel-geneu'r- glyn, preached. At half-past six, the service was intoned by the Rev J. Williams, and two sermons were delivered by the Rev Thomas Jones and Rev J. Williams. Besides the clergy already mentioned, there were also present the Revs J. T. Griffiths, vicar of Llanilar; W.J. Williams, vicar of Llanafan D. Owen, vicar of Ysbythy, Cynfyn J. C. Owen, Eglwys, Newydd and W. Gabe, curate of Goginan. The singing was under the leadership of Mr Wm. Lewis Evans, blacksmith, Dolaucennant. Two anthems, Ai gwir yw and Addoliad" were sung on the occasion. Miss Evans, Abertrinant, presided at the harmonium, and Mrs Evans, Vicarage, accompanied the anthems. Collections were made after each service towards defraying the expenses. The weather was favourable, and large congregations attended, and the large Church was crammed on the last evening. The sermons were excellent, and it is to be hoped that good results will be derived from the meeting.

LLANDEBIE. UNITED DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD — The ordinary monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, when Mr W. N. Jones, occupied the chair. There were also present Messrs John Hughes, William Evans, George Lloyd Hancock and David John Jones. Penyyroes School Resolved that the managers of this school be authorized to repair the roof of the schoolroom, and also the class room window, but that gravel be laid on the play ground where required instead of flagging, and that the Board order a truck at Cilyrychen to be sent to Caerbyn. Resolved that the salary of Jane Morgan, the schoolicleaner be increased to t6 a year, but that the Board consider that it will be her duty to cleanse the whole of the school premises. Resolved that the clerk inform the managers for the Board Trust, that in future all absence of teachers, whether with or without leave be reported to them in accordance with the resolution passed on the 8th of April last. Maesybont Seltool- The Board considered the tenders received for erecting a pump at this school, and it was resolved that Mr John Jones, of Wern, be offered the sum of zC23 for completing the work to the satisfaction of the board, the board undertaking to supply the pump. Drefach School-Resolved that the managers be asked to get tenders for sinking a well at this school, the Board to supply the pump. Crop Inn Sclwol-Resolved that the tender of Mr David Francis, to erect a pump at this school for 925 be accepted.

LLANGUNNOCK. PRESENTATION.—On the evening of Tuesday last, at Coomb, the Rev. Thomas Lewis, the new vicar of Llanstephan, and Mrs Lewis were the recipients of some nice presents from their old parishioners at Llangunnock. It was with deep regret that we learnt that Mr Lewis had decided to leave the parish where he had laboured patiently for so many years, and where he and Mrs Lewis had endeared themselves to so many of their parishioners, and woven ties of affection that will not readily be undone. The reflection on that part of his life spent at Llangunnock will, we are certain, afford him many moments of pleasure and satisfaction during the rest of his life. Seventeen years ago he commenced duties in the old parish church with a congregation of five persons. The previous Sunday the congre- gation was only three. The old church was in a very wretched state—more like a barn than a place of worship, but through his persistent exertions and the ready assistance of friends, e especially that of the Coomb family, the church has been restored, and is now one of the nicest old churches in the diocese, while a handsome and substantial vicarage adorns the hillside that was then merely wasteland. Under the influence of his quiet, unostentatious, and devout ministry, the church members gradually increased, and numbered forty-five when he resigned the living. It was up hill work to revive a church which had been neglected, and that in a small parish which contained three chapels with well organized congregations. During his ministry he had the -1 r, y pleasure of seeing some of his parishioners kneel at the Lord's table who had for sixty years or more resisted the influence of the Gospel. It was with the greatest pleasure that his friends were able to present him and Mrs Lewis with something that would remind them of Llangunnock. The presents consisted of an 18 carat gold albert chain with Maltese cross attached, and a beautiful electroplated kettle and stand on behalf of the subscribers. Miss Morris, of Coomb,presented Mr Lewis with the chain and pendant, and Miss Gwladys readily represented Miss Richards, of Wernoleu, and presented the kettle to Mrs Lewis. Miss Richards had been prevented to attend by the unexpected stormy wet weather. Mr Lewis having kindly accepted the presents said that on behalf of Mrs Lewis and himself he thanked them most sincerely for the honour they had done them that evening. Without any presentation the great kindness which had been shown them would live gratefully in their hearts. He would always look back upon the time he had lived at Llangunnock, not only as a large portion of his life, but probably as the 11 happiest part of it. It was very gratifying to y I them to have those presents given by old friends and neighbours, among whom they had lived for more than seventeen years. He was conscious of his many shortcomings, and it was extremely kind of his friends to overlook the same. He and Mrs Lewis would value the handsome presents the more as they had been told that they had been provided by all classes of people, rich and poor, and not by church people only but also by persons belonging to all the denominations in the parish. He hoped his successor, Mr Rees, would meet with the same hearty reception and ready sympathy that had been accorded to him and his family during their stay among them. He was glad to think there was no need to say good bye, as he would still be a near neighbour, and :1 hoped he and Mrs Lewis would still retain their kind sympathy and affection.

PENDINE. WEDNESDAY, the 2nd day of July, 1890, stands as a red letter day in the history of the Pendine Church Choir. The weather was beautifully fine. All nature smiled about 8 o'clock in the morning. The members of the choir with Mis Boyer, the present mistress of Tremoilet school, assembled near the Church, and, with gladsome hearts, took their seats in the wagonettes provided. All ready the whips cracked, the horses plunged, and away they went for Tenby. At the Red Roses they overtook their worthy and well beloved rector, the Rev. E. G. Edwards, who had driven from Llandawke, together with Mrs Wise and their servant. From here all went on together. When near Kilanna they drew up, I when beef sandwiches, cake, &c. were distributed. In a short time all moved forward again, and, after a most lovely and enjoyable drive, they entered Tell by about 11 o'clock, and put up at the Cobourg Hotel, where they at once sat down to an excellent meal, consisting of tea, meat, bread and butter, cake, &c., after which they were given full-liberty to wander at will over that charming and justly popular seaside resort. At 3 o'clock in the afternoon, they assembled at the Cobourg," where a sumptuous spread, con- sisting of duck, chicken, lamb, beef, vegetables, puddings, tarts, &c., &c., was in read mess for them, to which, we need hardly add, they applied themselves with great energy and pleasure. This over, they again disbanded, and in small groups visited all the principal public places of the town, and in other ,ipeiit a very happy time. At 7 o'clock they again assembled at the Hotel, when they partook of a splendid tea. The pleasure of the day was much enhanced by the excellent manner in which the proprietress, Mrs Hughes, carried out all the arrangements, the cooking, serving, and general attentions to the requirements of the choir being all that could be desired. At 8 o'clock p.m. the conveyances drew up, the choir took their seats, and home- ward bound" they started. Near Kilanna, refreshments were again served out, and enjoyed, after which, under the cheering light of a full moon, all went merry as a marriage bell. They arrived at Pendine about 11 o'clock, having heartily enjoyed their outing. At the next choir treat we have reason to believe we shall see several of the present candidates. Their trainer, Mr W. L. Mathias, informs us that they are all making good progress IT is with great regret we have to record the fact that on Friday night last, together with other mischief, the enemies of the Church threw stones through, and smashed, one of the small windows on the north side of the chancel of the Parish Church of Pendine. For some time past, acts too disgraceful and degrading for publication, have been perpetrated around this church. All who profess and call themselves christians must surely regret such acts as these, and we sincerely hoj e that such good, sound, Christian counsel will at once be given by those in power, as will engraft in the hearts of their hearers, if not a more reverential, at least, a more respectful, feeline towards the House of God. Such acts go far to condem t the boasted backbone of Christianity in the Principality for we read "By the fruit ye shall know them Mr E. MORGAN has just propounded a very excellent plan for improving this naturally beautiful place. He suggests that steps be made so as to enable visitors &c. to go down over the cliff, near Dolwen point, so that they may bathe from, or otherwise enjoy themselves in the caves, when the tide would prevent their going round the point. We trust the inhabitants of the place will at once put their heads together, get the wherewithal, and carry out this most desirable project. We understand that Sir Arthur Stepney, has given his consent, for which, we have no doubt the inhabitants, and the many admirers of this favoured spot, will be extreinely thankful. THROUGH the commendable enterprise of Mr J. J. Benjamin of the Globe Hotel, Laugharne, we are favoured with further facilities iu the matter of conveyance between this place and St. Clear's Railway Station. He now runs a brake, grand, comfortable, and commodious between these places daily, by which, for the small sum of two shillings, passengers are conveyed to and fro. We wish him every success.

NARBERTH. SCHOOL BOAlw,-On Thursday evening, of last week, the Narberth A.D. School Board held their usual monthly meeting. The following members were present :-Mr D. Fisher (in the chair), Mr W. M. Collins and Mr W. E. Jenkins. The clerk (Mr B. Evans) read the annual report of H.M. Inspector which had been received, and which is as follows :—Mixed School-This school is iu a very good state of organization and discipline, and has again passed a highly creditable examination in the elementory subjects. In English, the poetry was well and intelligently recited, but the grammar of the upper standards was weak. Geography had been very well taught. The sing- ing by note was good, and the singing by ear, and the musical drill were excellent. The needlework was good. Infant's school—This school has in spite of difficulties passed a good examination. The singing by ear and note was good. Teachers P. R. Price has passed well and E. H. Willey fairly. The excellent merit grant was earned, and the total in the mixed department is t97 lis. Id., and the infant department JE32 12. the grant on the average attendance being 19s. ld. The board expressed themselves as being highly pleased with the result, and it was proposed by Mr D. Fisher and seconded by Mr W. E. Jenkins, "That the clerk enter on the Minute Book of the Board, as a record that this board are highly gratitied with the excellent report of H.M. Inspector on the school and consider that the master (Mr Edwin Owen) is worthy of the warmest thanks of the board for the highly efficient state into which the school has been brought, and also to thank Miss Howell, the mistress of the infant department, and the staff (I the school." This concluded the business and the board then broke up.

BURRY PORT. ASIIBI HNHA.M TIN-PLATE WORK, Oil Satur- day last, between 50 and 60 tons of tin plates were shipped in the Volga from the Ashburn- ham Tin-plate Works, Pembrey. This is the largest shipment yet, and the works are in a flourishing condition. The s.s. Volga is owned by Messrs Rogers and Bright, of Liverpool. This company has lately built a new screw steamer, called the Voltaire, for the special pursose of conveying tin-plates from Llanelly to Liverpool.

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eas-FC^ To the Editor oj THE JOURNAL. Sm,-N ow that another general election is within measurable distance, it would, I think, be no bad thing for us in East Carmarthenshire, to look round us a little and to study the political outlook. On the one side we see that the Radicals have been on the" IJlli rire" for a long time past, and have several candidates to choose from who have been for some time prominently before the electors. But on the other side what have the Conservatives done ? As far as I can make out they have neither done, nor do they attempt to do anything. Is there any probable candidate spoken of ? I trow not. Have our Con- servative committees put their heads together and selected any one ? If H,), they should let the rank and tile know it. Considering the great Imperial and Religious interests at stake in these days, it is high time for us to be up and doing. We can never hope to record anything approach- ing success unless e copy a little of our opponents' activity. Just think of our last con- test here Why sir, at Llandilo the Radicals did everything man could do to return their man, aye, and were so busy with politics that even our dissenting Ministers—grand talkers though they be—had no time to prepare their sermons, & con- sequently, exchanging pulpits was the order of the day amongst some of them, for the great Liberal party must win at any cost, no matter what might become of Christ's religion. In the meanwhile what were the Conservatives doing ? It is true they worked hard and well during the election time, but they fought as those who are conscious they cannot win. We were very heavily handicapped in the struggle, for, as usual, our leader was not chosen, and our armour not put on until the last moment. Our leader was also heavily handicapped, but he did wonders considering the short time he was before the constituency, & that the majority of the voters knew very little concerning him. However, that election proved that there was a great number of staunch Conservatives in this division, but nothing, or next to nothing, has since been done to keep them up to the mark, or to win new ones. It is all very well to talk of Conservative principles overcoming everything, but, may I ask, how, where, or when, are those principles imparted to the majority of the Conservatives of East Citriiiartheiisliire ? How can we even hope to return a candidate who is brought to the elector's notice only a few weeks before the election day. To my mind the idea is simply absurd. Then let us be up and doing if we would preserve intact our empire and our Church—the two citadels most obnoxious to our opponents. I would respectfully suggest to our committees that they should at once find us a candidate who is both a good speaker and in touch with the people one who is a thorough Conservative, and not afraid to give utterance to his opinions on the platform. Bring him forward now, and organise meetings throughout the division, so 1:1 z;1 that he and the electors may get acquainted with each other in time. The many misleading state- ments constantly made by Radical orators will take time to confute, but this must be done, and done quickly, if we are to succeed. If we have refrained from the attack from a point of delicacy, truth, no less than our principles, requires us to repel the attack. Is the Llandilo Committee still in existence ? if so, what are the fruits of its labours I Are they looking after the Parliamentary Register ? It is said that still waters run deep "— I only hope it may prove true in this case, and that it is doing good work, even though it be done silently. Yours &c. ODOENUS." Llandilo.

To the Editor of THE JOURNAL. SIR,—Will any of the readers of your valuable paper kindly inform me where I can get a copy z? of Y Meddyg Anifeilaidd,' gan Daniel Evans, druggist, Llandyssil, argraphwyd gan J. T. Jones, Givron Office, Caerfyrddin, 1843," and oblige. Yours, Arc., JOHN REES. Cefn-Martin, Llandilo.

To the Editor of THE JOURNAL. DEAR SIR, Your correspondent in last week's issue most cruelly distorted my statement in the temperance meeting at the Salvation Army Bar- racks on June 30th. My complaint was that so little credit was due to the people of Carmarthen for the defeat of the Publican's Endowment Bill "-tltat our Chapels, with one or two excep- tions, were tied hand and foot to the publicans, and that the Church of England was ptuad of them. The question whether this serious charge against the Christians of Carmarthen is strictly true or exaggerated does not fall within the object of this brief note to discuss. But I do deplore the evident apathy of the Christian societies of the town of Carmarthen-towards a movement of such tremendous importance. Yours truly, D. S. DAVIES. Union-street, July 10, 1890.

TRADE REPORT. CARDIFF,-The coal trade remains in an unsatis- factory condition, and the outlook presages a further decline in values. To day '0hang3 was only moderately attended, and the markets for most of the leading staples were without animation. Steam Coal.—Extreme dulness was the prevailing characteristic of the steam coal trade. Orders were scarce, and the transactions reported were small aud unimportant. The ruling prices were: Best qualities 14s 3d to lis lid, secondary sorts 138 6d to 13s. 9d, and small 7s. to 7s. 6d. House Coals.-There was very little demand for bituminous coals. No. 3 Rhondda was offering freely at 13s. 6d, No 2 was weak at 12s to 12s 3d through was selling at to 10s. 3d, and small at 7s per ton. Patent luel.-Patent fuel quotations bad a down- ward tendency, best brands being quoted moderately firm at 14s. l'itwood.—There was a fair demand for this com- modity at 17s. 3d, but for wood to arrive 17s 6d was the ruling quotation. SWANSEA.—The trade of the port during the past week has displayed considerable improvement, and an increase is shown over the previous week and also the corresponding week of last year, the latter to the extent of 11,000 tons in the total imports and exports. The import trade has been satisfactory, and a new departure is to be noted in the arrival of the first cargo of flour, tin-canned goods, and other American produce from Baltimore by tbe Atlantic Transport Company's liuer Bede. That this branch of Swansea's trade opens up great possibilities and offers a new field for one or'two first-class provision importing firms is unquestion- able. The company are now putting steamers on the liue of between 5,000 and 6,000 tons carrvino- capacity, the latest addition being the Michigan which left for Baltimore this evening with 2°800 tons shipped at Swansea, in addition "to 2,400 "tons loaded in London. The imports in the week amount to 13,149 tons, and exports to 44,448 tons—total trade 57,597 tons, compared with 49,332 tons in the previous week and 40,238 tons in the corresponding week of last year The shipments of coal were 27,748 tons, patent fuel 6,345 tons, and tinplates and general merchandise 10,355 tons. The ship- ments of tinplates amount to 55,036 boxes, and receipts from works to 54,730 boxes. Stocks in the dock warehouses and vans this day stand at 178,748 boxes, compared with 179,054 boxes this day week and 146,184 bo-res at the corresponding date of last year. Not many orders have been booked for tin- plates in the past week, though the inquiries have been numerous, the near approach of the Birmingham quarterly meeting and the disinclina- tion of makers to book far ahead at present causing a temporary suspension of business. On the other hand, shipments continue very active both for the States and Russia. The result of the strike is manifested in the returns of the trade of last month, The imports amount to 50,985 tons, and the exports to }(i0,056 tOilS, total trade 211,041 tons, compared with 53,008 tons, 172,314 tons, and 223,322 tons respectively m June last year, a decrease of 14,281 tons.