The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

I FELINGWM. PLOUGHING AND HEDGING MATCH.—These annual matches took place on Penrhiw Farm, on Tuesday, 3rd instant. Fourteen teams entered the field, and taking everything into consideration, the ploughing was throughout very creditable. The judges were Ploughing, Messrs John Evans, Cwmdwyfran, and Dan Davies, Lan, Newchurch hedging and walking sticks, Messrs T E Davies, Castlehowell, and D Jones, Bwlchyradwy horses and harness, Messrs T Davies, Llwyngwyn John Thomas, Trefynys, and Ivor LI Davies, Deiimoilon horseshoes, Messrs J T Phillips, M.R.C.V.S.,Pantyrewig, and D Jones, R.S.S., Felin- gwm. The following gentlemen subscribed liberally towards the funds of the Committee, and the success of the matches may practically be attributed to their generosity :-Mr L W Lloyd Price, Brvncothi Col W Gwynne Hughes, Mt T L Aslett, Messrs T and J Te^,S'mB^yn?las Mr E 11 Bath, Mr H w Pryse, Sir John T D Llewelyn, Bart., and others. The awards were as follows Ploughing, Champion Class 1, H Pugh, Brechfa 2. T S Davies, Llanegwad 3, Simon Thomas, Alltygoleu. First Class I and 2 divided between Timothy Jones, Pantyrewig, and T Harries, Pantypwll 3, Evan Jones, Alltyferin 4, T Davies, Cincoed. Second Class Prizes given by Mr M L W Lloyd Price, to be competed for by persons residing on land over which his hounds are permitted to draw and within the limit of his hunt—1 and 2 divided between Willie Davies, Cwrt, and Rees Rees, Rhos- ddu 3rd, D Thomas, Penygoiallt 4, Tom Williams, Iireithin. Third Class 1, Arthur Thomas, Ynvs- wen 2, W Davies, Llwyngwyn 3, Tom Williams. Hedging (seven competitors): 1, John Davies, Peny- cae 2, Rees Williams, Penllwyne 3, William Davies, Blaenparsel. Special prizes: Best team of horses, suitable for agricultural purposes (prizes given by Messrs Foden and Co., condiment manufacturers, Manchester): 1, T. E. Davies, Castlehowell 2, J. Davies, Cincoed. Pest pair of cobs (prize given by Messrs Currie, Rowlands, and Co., Seacombe): John Evans, Cwmcoch. Best mare 1 (given by Mr A. E Harries, ironmonger, Cothi Bridge), T. E. Davies 2 (given by Mr D. Jones, Glandwr), J. Davies, Cincoed. Best cob I (given by Mr W. Thomas, ironmonger, Carmarthen), J. Evans, Cwmcoch 2 (given by Mr Tom Jones, carpenter, Felingwm), D. Roberts, Glan- carw. Best turn-out on the field (prize given by Mr D. Cleaver Davies): T. E. Davies, Castlehowell. 'Best set of ploughing harness (prize given by Mr D. Davies, saddler, Nantgaredig) T. E. Davies. Cleanest set of harness 1, D. Evans, Ynyswen 2 (given by Mr Davies, saddler, Chapel-street, Carmarthen). T. E. levies). Best off-side (prize given by Messrs T. Jones and Sons, Priory Foundry): Willie Davies, Cwrt. Best furrow in the Third Class Arthur Thomas. Oldest competitor on the field (prizes given by Dr S. Glanwlle Morns and Mr J. Williams, ironmonger, Carmarthen): Simon Thomas. First competitor to enter the field with his team (prize given by Mr E. Griffiths, saddler, 1 nory-street, Carmarthen): D. Thomas, Penygoiallt. i m ^ize- wa'king-stick 1, T. S. Davies, Llanegtvad • Davies, Goiallt. Horse shoes, best pair, suitable for a cart horse (nine competed): 1 and 2, divided be- tween R. Davies, Felinfach Forge, Conwil, and Her- bert Morgan, Cwmper 3 (given by Mr J. T. Phillips), Dan Thomas, Parkcwm The chairman and vice- chairman of the committee were respectively Mr W. "]vans, Monachty, and Mr D. J. Richards, Nantybas- tau. The duties of secretary were carried out by Mr W. E. Richards, Felingwm Board School, and Mr D. Thomas, Yspytty National School, was the treasurer, and in whose hands it is gratifying to find a small balance left to form a neucleus of the wherewithal necessary to hold matches on similar lines again next year.

:RHANDIRMWYN. CONCERT.—A concert was held at the National Schools on Thursday, the 28th ult., the chair being occupied by the vicar. The room, which had been tastefully decorated, was well filled. The following took part:—Master J. W. Thomas, Misses Annie Har- ries and May Thomas, the School Children, Mr Teddie Morgan, Mr John Thomas, Miss Harries, Master David Thomas and nine boys, Mr David J. Renowden, Miss Thomas, Mr Morgan James, Mr J. T. Jones, Master J. Arthur Owen, Mr D. Thomas, and the Rhandir Nigger Troupe. The Fan Drill, performed by twelve girls, dressed in white, and wearing blue sashes, delighted the audience, and "The Barber was well applauded. The Niggers proved a grand success, and created roars of laughter. A vote of thanks to the chairman was passed, and to all other kind friends for their assistance. Mrs Morgan, The Vicarage, and Mrs Jones, School House, accompanied on the piano. All quietly dispersed to their homes after singing "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau," having thoroughly enjoyed themselves. It is hoped that a handsome sum will be added to the funds of the Day School.

WHITLAND. RURIDECANAL CHAPTER MEETING.-At the Cafe on Thursday, the 5th inst., at 12 p.m., the onarterly morning meeting of the Chapter of the Rural Deanery of St Clears was held. The Rev J. Thomas, R.D., vicar of Laugharne. presided.—The minutes of the previous meeting having been read by the secretary, they were confirmed.—Romans ix. was read in Greek and discussed. The Chapter was fortunate enough in having the Rev Canon Camber-Williams present.— After luncheon the afternoon meeting began at two p.m.—It was resolved to invite the Canon Missioner to hold mission services in the several parishes (where none have been hitherto held) in May next, and the rev Canon kindly promised to arrange for the holding of such services at the appointed time.—At this junc- ture the Rev A. Grey Edwards, of North Wales, secre- tary to the Church Missionary Society, came in, and delivered an able and stirring appeal on behalf of Foreign Missions, and more especially the Church Missionary Society. He mentioned the name of the Rev John Thomas, of Mydrim, as having been its first missioner, and appealed to the vicar of Mydrim for more information about the said John Thomas. The vicar of Mydrim being unavoidably absent from the meeting, may see this report, and, if possible, will kindly comply with Mr Grey Edwards's request.— A. G. D. 1

CWYNFE. COMPETITIVE MEETING.—A very successful com- petitive meeting was held at the Board Schoolroom on r F-iday evening, the 6th inst., in connection with the Seren Gwynfe Tent of the Independent Order of Rechabites. The proceeds were devoted towards the Management Fund of the Tent. The chairman was Councillor W Mabon Davies, J-Ulangadock. Mr J Williams, C.M., acted as conductor, in the absence of Councillor John Jones, Parkowen. The adjudicators were Music, Mr W R. Williams, Brynamman recitations, Awenfab prize bags, Mrs Rees, Brvn- awel, and Miss Jones, Beily. The following is the list of the successful competitors :—Alto solo for boys under 15, 'Plant bach dedwydd D J Francis, Cwm- Hynant. Alto solo for girls under 15, 'Clyw ni, fwyn Waredwr:' Kate Evans, Blaencennen. Recitation for ehildren under 15, Mam yn dweyd gwell peidio Divided between Katie and Florrie Evans, Blaen- cennen. Trio, 'Awel MaiJ Williams and friends. Soprano solo, Ei delyn dawelodd Divided between Miss Thomas, Tynywaun, and Miss M A Jones, Glanamman. Recitation for adults, 'Gwron y Conemaugh Miss Getta Evans, Blaencennen. Bass solo (confined to those who have not previously won a prize), Adlais y dyddiau gynt:' D Griffiths, Bryn- meilwch. Tenor solo, 'Murmur v Nant John Griffiths, Cwmmeilwch. Duet, Y ddeilen ar y lli Messis Gwilyni Jones and Isaac Morgans. Quartette, Flee as a bird Gwilym Jones and party. Bass solo (open), 'Rhosyn yr Haf:' Gwilym Jones, Cwmcoy. Prize bag 1. Miss H M Davies, Llandilo 2, Miss Harries, 11 Gellibevan. Dadl, 'Y merched a'r bel droed Misses Evans and Lewis. Party 12 to 16 in number, 'Gogoniant Gwalia.' Two parties com- peted, viz., Isaac Morgan and party and John Griffiths and party. The prize was awarded the latter, amid great applause.

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AMMANFORD. LABOUR MEETING.—Since the news that Amman- ford was to have an Urban Council became known names of prospective candidates for Council honours have been much discussed. Although the polling day has not yet been named, great interest is being taken in matters throughout the town. On Wednesday week a labour meeting was held at the Board Schcols by the workmen from the various industries in the town. Mr J. Hughes presided over a large assembly.—Various matters were discussed, and one ratepayer present en- quired if a manager, overmin, or official of any works in the town could be nominated as labour candidates. —The reply was in the negative.—Ultimately it was decided to run ten candidates, to be selected from the following works :-Two from Bettws Collieries, one from Psrk Colliery, one from Tirydail Colliery, one from Pantyffynon Colliery, one from Aberlash Tin- plate Works, one from the Dynevor Tinplate Works, Pantyffynon, one from the Works at Pontamman, and two from amongst the artizans of the town. FATALITY.—The enquiry into the circumstances at- tending the death of John Davies, Castell, Panty- ffynon, under-manager at the Ammanford Upper Col- liery, who was killed on the incline between the Upper and Lower Collieries on Tuesday week, was held on Thursday week at the Dynevor Arms Hotel, Panty- ffynon, before Mr W. Buckley Roderick, coroner. There were also present Mr Robson, chief inspector of mines Mr E. Hewlett, manager of the Ammanford Collieries, and Mr Shaw, the mechanic at the collier- ies. Mr J. R. Thomas was foreman of the jury.—The first witness was Evan Davies, brother of the deceased, who identified the body. Witness said deceased was 42 years of age, and a single man.—Mark Champion, platelayer at the collieiies, said that on the day of the accident he was employed oiling the rollers on the in- cline between the two collieries. He saw the deceased pass down the incline between the two railways. They passed a word or two. Deceased was carrying an open umbrella at the time because it was raining. Witness afterwards saw the deceased about 50 yards from him standing under a bridge. Just at that time the incline commenced to work, and he (witness) stepped one side at once. He saw the rope swerve, and the trams came to a standstill about 150 yards away from where he was standing. Witness went down to see what was the matter, and he saw a pipe on the down line, and a little distance ahead he found a cap, and afterwards he saw a broken umbrella, partly opened. He saw the deceased huddled up between the sixth and seventh trams of the journey. The journey was 10 loaded trams of coal. Deceased's head was lying a little up- wards. Three of the trams were off the rails. He be- lieved deceased was dead then. After obtaining as- sistance from the Lower Works, and getting the de- ceased from between the trams, he was found dead. Deceased was terribly crushed.—A verdict of Acci- dental death was returned.—A remarkable coinci- dence is that this is the third inquest held on three brothers from the same house and at the same hotel. hotel.

RHANDIRMWYN, YSTRADFFIN, LANTERN LECTURE.—About a fortnight ago, the Rev E Lloyd. vicar of Llansadwrn, delivered a lecture at the schoolroom of the above place, on Missionary Work in Uganda." The lecture was highly interesting and instructive, and was much enhanced by the illustrations thrown on the canvas by means of the lantern. The room, which is a large one, was packed with an attentive audience, and showed its apprecia- tion of the lecture by contributing liberally towards the funds of the Church Missionary Society at the end of the proceedings.

LLANSAWEL. BREWSTER SESSIONS. -These sessions were held at the Town Hall, on the 3rd instant, before Sir James Drummond, Bart. (chairman), Sir James Hills-Johnes, G.C.B., V.C., and Messrs H Meuric Lloyd, and Lewis Davies. Unmuzzled Boys— John Edward Lloyd, DoWm- uchaf Evan Thomas, Troedyrhiw Evan Jones Fehndolgwm James Edwards, Penybont, and David Evans, Cilblaidd, all in the parish of Pencarre"- were charged with the above otrence.Find ]s Gd each and costs.—P.C W G Morgan and P.C T H Lewis proved the cases. Unfenced Chnff'cutter.—P.C W G Morgan cljarge^ Evan Jones, Felindolgvvm, Pencarreg, farmer, \vith working an unfenced chaffcutter by horse power on the 18th ult.—Fined Gd and costs. Alleged Ti-esspass.-D-,ivid Davies, of Blaenrhisglog, Cayo, farmer's son, was charged by MrD T M Jones solicitor, Llandovery, with tresspassing in search of game on the Henfaes Farm, Cavo.-i'vir T G Williti-iis, solicitor, Llandilo, defended, and after a lengthy hear- ing, the case was dismissed. Asswitlt.- The defendant in the last case was also charged with assaulting Joshua Davies, Henfaes. Cayo.—Mr D T M Jones, Llandovery, prosecuted, and Mr T G Williams, Llandilo, defended.—The case was dismissed on payment of costs, and both parties were bound over in the sum of £10 each to keep the peace for 12 months. Affiliation Order.—Rachel Thomas, Llwynderw, Cayo, applied for an affiliation order for two children against David Williams/Groes, Cayo, mason.—The cases were struck out as the parties were getting tnarriedjon the day of the hearing. Transfer.—The licence of the Edwinsford Arms, Talley, was transferred from Mr D W Griffiths to his sister, Miss Mary Jane Griffiths. Rel)oit.-Siipt J Evans presented an interesting report on the conduct of the public houses during the last year, and all the licences were renewed the same as before, with the exception of the Biin Inn, Pen- carreg, which was reduce I from 7 days to 6 days, and the present licensee must be removed from the house, and all structural alterations must be carried out to the satisfaction of the Supt of Police.

CAERSALEM, LAMPETER. COMPETITIVE MEETING.—A very successful com- petitive meeting was held at the above place on Wednesday night, the 4th instant. The adjudicators were :—Singing, Mr J Lumley Davies, G.T.S.C., St David's College, Lampeter literature Rev T Ellis, Wesleyan minister, Lampeter pi-o.e, Mr W Thomas, (Dewi Barcer), Blaenhirbant, Llanvbyther. The chair was filled by the Rev W Jones. Mr G Davies, C.M., Ram, acted as conductor. Mr James Lewis Evans, Coedeiddigfawr, gave a very appropriate sneech. The following were the pi-ize-winiiers Recitation (confined to Caersalem), divided between E and H Jones, Pencaeau. Duet to those under 12, Gwaith i bob un Llew Richards and Friend. Solo to those under 12, 'Dy ddwylaw c'od at Jenetta I Davie3, Ram Board School. Solo to those under 15, Anwyl yw Gwalia fy Ngwlad,' M Evans, Treherbert Recitation to those under 13, Psalm xi., E A Evans, Bethel. Duet to those under 15, Now pray we for our Country,' M Evans and Friend. Solo tenor for those who have not won before, Hiraeth,' H Evans Lampeter. For a party, three in number, '0 na bawn yn Seren,' W Davies, Brondeifi and Friends. Englyn i Amynedd,' J R Davies, C.M., New Court. Solo bass, Gwna bobpeth a wnai fel Cymro pur,' J Davies, Cwmanne Post Office. Tri penill i'r I Dyn Hunanol,' 4D Morgan, Blaengorlechfawr. Solo soprano, 'Chwifio'r Cadach Gwyn,' H M Herbert, Lampeter. Araeth, 4 Difiygion y Mesur Addysg,' Tom Williams, Gwastod. Quartette, I Awn yn Mlaen,' divided between J Davies and Friends, and W Davies and Friends. Recitation, Y Cartref Di-gartref/ Mr Roderick, Lampeter. Duet, All's Well,' Mr Williams, Lam- peter, and Friend. Male Voice Party,' Mi welif mewn Adgof,' Mr H Williams and Friends. Dialogue, I Pa un, ai y meddwyn ai y cybydd sydd fwyaf niweidiol i Gvmdeithas,' divided between James L Evans and Friend, and D Lewis, the Nli,ii and Friends. For the chief choral competition,, II.Namt y ¡ mynydd', three parties competed, viz., Bethel, Bron- deifi and Noddfa. Both were hi;zl yp-aised, but the prize without any hesitation was awaried to the last party. f

LLANDOVERY. 1 BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—The usual fortnightly meeting of this Board was held at the Town Hall on Friday week, under the presidency of Alderman T. Watkins, Tycerrig. The names of the members pre- sent appears in connection with the division on the appointment of a treasurer for the Board-the most important matte" under discussion. There were two applicants, viz., Mr C. Michael, manager of D Jones and Co.'s Bank, and Mr W li Jones, manager of the National Provincial Bank. There is under the new regime no salary attached to the pnst, and no pay- ment to be made on any overdraft." Ths person ap- pointed, the Clerk explained, would also have to fur- nish two sureties with himself for £ 1,000.—Mr E P Lloyd proposed that Mr Michael be appointed trea- surer. He had known him many years-ever since he had been in the bank. He had done his duty straightforwardly and conscientiously, and he was a gentleman. He (Mr Lloyd), and*he was sure all friends, respected him very highly. The post was a heritage which belonged to the bank.—Mr Davies, Rhyblid No, no.—The Chairman requested members not to interrupt, saying that he was anxious that everybody should have a fair hearing.— Proceeding, 1 9 Mr Lloyd repeated that lie thought it belonged to this bank. The work had been done at Messrs Jones's bank since 1836-ever since there had been a Union here. He therefore called it a heritage. In his opinion they ought to appoint Mr Michael to the post. It would only be fair for the bank to get it, and he trusted they would get it too.—Mr W Mabon Davies rose with the greatest pleasure to second Mr Lloyd's proposition. He believed Mr Michael ought to be appointed unanimously. He had newly been ap- pointed manager, and had done nothing wrong. If there had been anything wrong in the past—but he did not believe anybody did anything wrong—they could not blame Mr Michael to-day for that. He thought they would be doing their best by appointing him.—Mr Rees, Talgarth, proposed the appointment of Mr W H Jones, manager of the National Provin- cial Bank.-Mr Davies, Dugoedydd, seconded.—After considerable discussion, the Board divided, when the result was as follows :—For Mr Michael—Messrs T Watkins, J Williams, Ty'rpentre E P Lloyd, Glan- sevin E Milner Jones, Velindre Rees Lewis, Brown- hill E P Evans, Glassallt; W Mabon Davies, Glan- sawdde D Morgan, Talog; W Evans, Blaina Daniel Davies, Frongoch; Thomas Evans, Abersaint, and Judge Bishop (12). For Mr W H Jones, N.P. Bank—Messrs James Rees, Talgarth E Davies, Dugoedydd Tudor Lewis, Llangadock D Davies, Rhyblid Jonathan Evans, Felinfach T Williams, Cwmllynfe; W Evans, Llanddeusant J Davies, Aberllechach (S).—Mr Michael was therefore declared elected. DISTRICT COUNCIL.—A meeting of the Rural Dis- trict Council was held on Friday week, under the pre- sidency of Mr James Rees, Talgarth. The chief business was to appoint a treasurer in the room of the late Alderman Jonah Watkins.—At the outset his Honour Judge Bishop asked if they thought it would be worth while to go through the farce of another election and two separate sets of accounts.—Mr Davies, Rhyblid, said that it had been done at Brecon a fortnight before. In urging the claims of Mr W H Jones, he said he thought the N.P. Bank had a claim on them, as before the Act of 1894 the Llangadock highway accounts were transferred to the National Provincial Bank.—Mr Rees (chairman) then proposed the appointment of Mr W H Jones, and Mr Davies, Rhyblid, seconded.—Judge Bishop proposed the elec- tion of Mr Michael, and Mr W Mabon Davies seconded, saying the latter had done his work well for the Board for the past 15 years.—On a division Mr Michael was appointed. The voting was as follows: For Mr C Michael-Messrs J Williams, E P Llovd, Rees Lewis, W Mabon Davies, Thomas Evans, "W Evans (Blaina), Daniel Davies, D Morgan, E P Evans, and Judge Bishop (10).-For Mr W H Jones Messrs James Rees, Evan Davies, Tudor Lewis, D Davies, Rhyblid Jonathan Evans, W Evans (Cross Inn) and John Davies (7). PLOUGHING MATCH.—The fifth annual ploughing match for Llandovery was held on Wednesday week on Llwyn Farm before a large attendance of spectators. The president for this year was Mr J. C. V. Pryce- I Rice, J.P., Llwynvbrain, and the vice-presidents Messrs Delme Davies-Evans, Pantglas B. Evans, I Llanfair Grange, and M. R. Morgan, Lhvyn chair- man of committee, Councillor Daniel Jones, Rhosy- bedw. Judges Ploughing Messrs Davies, Penlan, Llanwrda Ben Williams, Blaentwrch, Farmers, and Richards, Garibaldi Hotel, Swansea horses, Messrs Morgan Williams, Divlyn, Llandovery Davies, Pen- tremeung, and Price, Tycapel. Stewards: Messrs Jones, Cefn'rallt; T. Jones, Brynteg; W. Jones, Blaenos D. Griffiths, Cefnrythan Griffiths, North Western Hotel; Arthur James, Maesygwanddi S. L. Davies, Garth; D. Thomas, Cefnriccet, and W. Thomas, Pantywheel. Timekeepers: Messrs W. M. Williams, M.R.C.V.S., Llandovery, and Mr D. R. Morgan, Cilycwm House, Llandovery. The hon. sec., to whom much of the success of the event is due, was Mr J R Morgan, Llwynhoweh whilst the duties of hon. treasurer were very efficiently carried cut by Mr Wm Harries, ironmonger, Llan- dovery. The adjudications for the whole of the competitions were given at the North Western Hotel about 5 o'clock. The scale for the live block test end a pedigree ewe were kindly lent by Councillor Jones, Rhos-y-bedw. Later an excellent dinner, catered by Host and Hostess Griffiths, was partaken of at the North Western Hotel. After the removal of the cloth, speeches were delivered b" Councillor Jones, Rhosybedw Messrs Davies, Pen.an Jones, Cefnrallt Price, Cwmcowthy Rees, Talrhyn J Rees, J.P., Talgarth Williams, veterinary surgeon the judges, and others. Mr M R Morgan, Lhvyn, kindly supplied gratis refreshments to all on the field. Appended are the awards Champion Class (open to all) 1, Arthur Jones, Cefn- rallt 2, Jolm., 'Morgan. Llwynh^wiMl 3, Daniel Jones, Cvvmco'wtiiY -4, Rees Davies, Garth. Second I ReEvan, Penlan 2, John Jones, Brynteg. 3, Daykl James, Divlyn 4, Edward Moore, Cefncerrig,, Third Class (open to boys under IS years of age) Tj Tom Evans, Glassallt 2, David Price, Talrhyn. Special Prizes-Best furrow on the field (given by Mr D Thomas, Cefnrieket) 1, Rees Evans, Penlan. Best Pair of Agriculturai Horses (H cwt Royal Aromatic Horpe and Cattle Food, given by Messrs Pierce and Co., Manche ter, per Mr J Jones, agent, Star and Garter, Llandovery), and 'Jd ditto given by Mr J Jones 1 and 2 divided between Mr Williams, Divlyn, and Mr Rees, Talrhvn. Best team of colliers not over 14*3 (1, given by Mr W Harries, ironmonger), Mr Price, Cwnicowtliy 2 (given by Mr T Griffiths, North Western), J R Mor- gan, Llwynhowell. Best cob or roadster maie or gelding, not over 15 hands high 1 (given by Mr Thomas, Pantywheel), Rev Waters, Cwmcarnddu 2 (given by Mr J Jones, Brynteg), J Rees, Talgarth. Block test live weight of a pig 1 and 2 (given by Mr James, Maesygwenith), divided' between Mr Griffiths, North Western Hotel, and Mr Tom Jones, Brynteg. Block test live weight of a sheep 1 and 2 (given by Mr .Tames, Maesygwaudde), divided between Mr M Williams, V.S., and Mr W Davies, Glyngell. Best to splice a line: 1, Tom Price, Rhydwydd 2 and 3, divided between J R Morgan, Llwynhowell, and Mor- gan Roderick, Abergwenlais. TOWN COUNCIL.—The monthly meeting of this body was held at the Town Hall, on Monday, the 9th instant. The mayor, Councillor T Roberts, presided. There were also present Aldermen T Watkins, Tycerrig C P Dewis, Llandingat, and D Saunders Thomas, Belmont House Councillors D T M Jones, ex-mayor, Nantyrhogfan T Phillips, Picton Villa Henry Havard, Stone-street T Gwenlais Davies, Aemted" ater Works Daniel Jones, Rhosybedw; W Rees, Forest House J Rees, Glo'ster House G Morton, Erskine House, and Dan Davies, the Emporium. Election of Auditors.—In reply to Alderman D Saunders Themas, the Clerk stated that the borough I auditors were elected by the ratepayers. The gentle- men elected were Messrs W Williams, grocer, and Mr Nicholas, Centraf Drug Stores.—For the Mayor Mr Griffiths, draper. Appointments—T>y E N Berryman was re- appointed medical officer of health, and Mr J Roderick, sanitaty inspector.—Regret Was expressed I at the latter's continued illness, and Mr W Lloyd, the surveyor, undertook to act as his deputy gratis till his recovery.—Ex-P.S Williams was appointed hall- keeper at a salary of £5 per annum. In this con- nection Alderman C P Lewis drew attention to irregularities in connection with the agreement as to the Town Hall between the Town and County Coun- cils. The deed was very one-sided, and all in favour of the latter. He hoped such things would not be allowed in future.

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MANORDILO. I CWMIFOR BOARD SCHOOL.—The residents heartily congratulate Mr Harries-Thomas on the excellent results of his bard work during the past year. The school has been described by H.M.'s Inspector as a model" school—a point beyond which, it seems, no school can go. The Board ought to be proud of the fact that they were able last year to obtain the ser- vices of Mrs Harries-Thomas, who, before her advent to Manordilo, had proved herself one of the most suc- cessful headmistresses under the Aberdare School Board, NURSING AND HYGIENE CLASS.—Eighteen ladies who had attended the above class during the winter months underwent a written examination on Tuesday evening, she 10th inst, and all came out of the ordeal with flying colours. All who knew how much trouble the lecturer (Dr Evans) had taken with the class ex- pected nothing less. The examiner was Dr Phillips, of Llandilo, who expressed himself thoroughly satis- tied with the result. With 25 certificated ambulance men and 18 nurses living in the neighbourhood, a cor- respondent thinks the locality ought to be able, to a great extent, to dispense with the services of members of the medical profession. The class was held under the auspices of the Carmarthenshire County Council.

LLANWNEN. MARRIAG1.- The Parish Church was on Saturday last the scene of a very pretty wedding. The contract- ing parties were Mr Evan Davies, of Abergwyddil, Llandyssul, and Miss Hannah Williams, the eldest daughter of Mr William Williams, Penybont, Llan- wnen. The ceremony was performed by the Rev T P Lewis, the vicar. The bride, who was charmingly attired, was given away by her father. Miss Maggie Williams (sister of the bride) and Miss Anne Davies (sister of the bridegroom) acted as bridesmaids. Beautiful arches with appropriate mottoes had been erected in the village, and the event was witnessed by a large gathering of the residents of the neighbour- hood, with whom the parents of the bride are held in high esteem. As the bride and bridegroom left the church they were greeted on all sides with showers of rice. The church belt rang out a merry peal, and the firing of guns was continued throughout the day. A large number of guests were subsequently entertained at the bride's father's house. Is umerous and costly presents were received.

BETTWS. PLOUGHING MATCH.—The 22nd annual ploughing match of the parish of Lower Bettws Division was held on Saturday week on Llwynyronen field, kindly lent on the occasion by Mr J. Jones. The judges were Messrs T Owen, Nantymoel, Pontardawe; Isaac Jones, Llwchyshyrawel Farm T Morgan, Bodist Uchaf Farm; treasurer, Mr Evan Lodwig, Clyny- meirch, Pontamman, and Morgan Morris, Bridge End Cottage, acted as secretary. The following are the winners :htnipioti Class 1, David Phillip, Llwyn- carw, Llandebie; 2, Johnny Lewis, Penllwynraca, Llanon 3, William Stephens, Maesyllan, Llanedy, First Class I, John Rees, Gelliceidrym, Llanedy 2, William Jones, Hendre, Bettws 3, William Beynon, Llanedy 4, Hopkin Jones, Twllygwyddel, Bettws. Colliers' Class 1, James Joshua, Bettws; 2, Phillip J Evans, Blaennantycadno, Bettws 3, D Morgans, Ysguborwen, Bettws. Boys' Class, under 18 years of age: 1, Llewelyn Lodwig, Clynymeirch 2, Johnnie Richards, Ystiadamman. For the best pair of horses competing on the field: Mr Johnnie Richards. Ystrad- amman. After the match a dinner was provided at the Coopers' Arms Hotel, Bettws.

CILYCWM. PLOUGHING MATCH.—The annual ploughing and hedging match was held at the above place on Thurs- day, February 26th. The following gentlemen were the judges :—Ploughing, Messrs James Rees, C.C., Talgarth, and Harries, Blue Bell, Llandovery hedging and sundries, Messrs Williams, Difiyn T Jones, Penrhyn, and Griffiths, Llanfair House horses, Mr D Morgan, Talog. The prizes were awarded as under :—Ploughing Champion Class 1, T Williams, Penpark 2, M Evans, Cvvmcynwal 3, 3, A Jones, Cefnrallt. First Class 1, W Evans, Difiyn 2, R Evans, Penlan 3, J Morgan, Llwyn- howell 4, D Jones, Nenaddfawr. Second Class 1, S Shaw, Erryd 2, T Thomas, Penrhyn 3, J) Davie." Cochmaen. First out of the field D Jones, Neuaddfawr. Horses Best team (tenant farmers) Williams, Difiyn. Best groomed and trimmed team (open) Williams, Ditlyn. Hedging First Class 1 and 2, divided equally between T Williams, Llanwrtyd, and Lewis., Brynteg. Second Class 1, T Phillips, Glangwenlais 2, S Vaughan, Maestwynog Mill. Best top of hedge Lewis, Brynteg. Special Prizes Best Ladle and Spoons D Richards, Llwynowen. Best Handled Shovel T Davies, Rhyd- felen. Best Birch Broom Edwin Evans, Glan- dunant. Best Birch Broom with handle John Harries, Dolachddu. Best Willov Straw Wrap M Roderick, Abergwenlais. Best Tie on Flail M Roderick. Best Line Splicing Divided between M Roderick, and Price, Rhydwydd. Block Test Weight of Live Pig Divided between Da/ies, Penrhiw, and Morgan, Llwynhowell. Do Sheep D Evans, Penlan. The committee, under the able presidency of Mr James Peters, are to be heartily congratulated on the success ot their enterprise. The secretary, Mr Dan Evans, Nantdu, and the treasurer, Mr Wilfred Davies, Dugoidydd, deserve every praise for the manner in which they conducted the duties of their respective offices. The field was kindly lent by Mr Evan Jones, Aberdunant. The judges and officials were enter- tained in the evening at a dinner, given by the com- mittee, at Neuaddfawr Arms.

BONCATH. NEARLY BLED TO DEATII.- Avery serioiis licei(lolit occurred to Mr Evan James, butcher, of the above place, on Tuesday evening, the 3rd inst., caused by the slipping et a sharp knife, which penetrated deeply into his left arm, thereby cutting the main artery. P.C. Morris, who fortunately was close by, on seeing the blood being freely discharged, immediately applied a pourniquet bandage, which stopped, in a large degree, the flow of blood. Dr Jones was accordingly sent for, and lie, on arriving, found it necessary to have medical assistance, aIm subsequently wired for Dr Stephens, Cardigan, who was on the spot in about an hour's time. Mr James was then placed under chloroform, and the operation proved most successful. The doctors admitted that if the first appliance had not been administered the patient would have most probably bled to death. However, it is gratifying to learn that Mr James is progressing favourably under the circumstances. CONCERT.—On Monday evening, the 2nd inst., a very successful concert was held at the Mercantile Stores, Boncath, by the Kilgerran Rechabite members. ) The proceeds are to be given towards the Kilgerran I Ilechabite Building Fund. In the unavoidable absence of Mr Sxunders-Davies, Ivilwendeage Park, Mr D Williams, Station House, kindly took up the duties of chairman.

BRYNAMMAN. OPERETTA. This pretty children's operetta. Britannia, Queen of the Ocean, was performed at the Public Hall, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The idea upon which the piece Is based is exceedingly beautiful, and the rendering of it was better than any- thing of its kind ever seen (at Brynamman for some years. Britannia is represented on her throne, sup- ported by a large chorus of loyal subjects. They extol her greatness in sweet choruses, and these are followed by the entrance of representatives of the different colonies and dependencies under her rule. Canada, Australia, South Africa, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales come on the stage one bv one and sing the virtues and goodness of {their beneficent ruler. An amusing scene takes place as Wales advances to make abeisance. She, aniike the others, has not been invited formally, and at this negligence she pro- tests in a strong speech. Britannia proffers her sin- cere apologies, and the chorus sings Gallant Little Wales." A realistic painting on canvas at the back of the stage shews a rocky cave with an expanse of ocean in view. This assists the imagination in appreciating the design of the performance. Mention of any of the characters would be invidious—every child did well, and there is no acting so true to nature as that of children. The whole performance was one long note of praise to Mr Dan Jones, the conductor, whose splendid work in bringing the children to such a high standard of excellence has been well repaid. GIBKA CIIAPEL.—A decision hns been arrived at by the members of this chapel to clear off the debt now remaining, about £ 350. There are over 650 members t" e in the church, and very little difficulty anticipited in accomplishing the task. YOUNG MEN'S GuILD.-The young men of St Catherine's held their guild at 8 p.m on tin* 11th inst., I and despite the stmny -weather a good number assembled together and ully enjoyed themselves. After an opening speech from the Chairman he called I Mr John 0>ven, Park-street, to read a paper upon ) The Religions Young Man his Opportunities and 1 Responsibilities." The following took part in the debate Mrs Thomas, Emporium Mr T Evans, ] Mr David Waiter, Mr John Booth, Park-street Mr Rees, chemist, and the vicar (Rev Morlais Jones). Miss Patience sang a solo in splendid style, and Miss Lizzie Thomas, Manchester Hanse, played selections on the piano during the evening in a masterly manner. BIBLE SOCIETY.—A meeting in connection with the above society was held at the Vestry, Gibea, on the 13th instant, when the Rev Morlais Jones (vicar of the parish), presided. The deputation this year was the Rev Mr Rees, Aberdare, and it is needless to say that he proved himself a well-equipped representative of the Society. Addresses followed by Messrs John Jones, hon SPC., D W Lewis, Stationers' Hall, Revs H Jones and W D Thomas, Gwynfryn.

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