The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

THE ALLTYMYNYDD SANATORIUM MEETING OF GOVERNORS AT CARMARTHEN A SPLENDID RECORD OF WORK. A meeting of the Governors of the. Alltymynydd Sanatorium was held at the Shire Hall, Carmarthen, on Friday, the 29th ult. Mr. E. Trubshaw (chair- man) presided, and there were ^° t!r€9r^t: M"- Peel Taliaris. Llandilo; Mrs Reddie Penult, Cardigan; Lady Maxwell of Calderwood ^hy- bush; Miss Davies, Froodvale, Llanwrda; Miss Allen, Narberth; Mr. Sidney J. Rees, Haverfordwest; Mrs. VY Y. Neville, Felinfoel; Col. Gwynne-Hughes, Ulancothi; Mr. A. J. Pritchard, Stacknole Court, Pembroke; Mr. W. Greville, Llanon;Mr. John Lewis, Carmarthen; Rev. A. Filler Mills, Ca™«- then; Rev. J. Alex Williams, Llangathen; Mr D. Williams, Llanybyther; Major Dowdeswel], Llan- t,rephan; Rev. T. R. Walters, AI.A., R.D., Carmar- then; Miss Holme, B.A., Carmarthen; Mrs Eleanoi Ijavies-Evans, Bwlchbychan; Miss Elen I alken^r, Clanvmor, Laugharne, and Mr Dudl.y Drununond Hafodneddvn; together with the beerotary (^ptam Harries), and the Medical Superintendent (Dr. ^li^bseiK,, Z5! (STl'utenant. of Carmartheus^; Lxeut- General Sir James Hilis-Johnes, V.C., G.C.B., M Gwvaue-Hughes, Tregeyb; Miss Milliard, and Mr. 1\ J, Wheldon (the treasurer). Tho Secretary read the report of the Committee as follows Your ^1* i ommittee beg to submit their annual repqr^ for tho year ending June 60th, 1910, together wit full medical and tinancial sbtements Jor the same This is the second annual report issued since the Sanatorium was opened, and it \eiy c^ iy marks the emerging of the Institution from experimental state into the interesting ^<^ar> sraoe-the beginning of tho comparative period iSaw, at length the results in treatment orgamsatzon and finance are becoming concrete and clear, and furnish material, by study of which the success or imn-success of the scheme may be ciiticised to the establishment or dispersion of all the hopes an affirmations of its promoters during the I a.t year- It is with grateful confidence that, your Committee declare that these reports exceed the most sanguine anticipation ot th« u. spite of the siilendid record of 1908-9, thv, Lxecu rive venture to assert that the year just closed marks a still greater advance in excellence of work done and results obtained at the Sanatorium, .is M, in tho increased confidence established m th public minds-a fact supremely evidencedI oy increased contributions towards maintenance. A this « cause for deep thankfulness in the- past and *irm of good augury in the future. Your close attention is specially directed to the full and inter- ring reports hereto appended. These tho careful preparation of the Medical Superintendent, contain ii, resume of the results and experience obtained at the Sanatorium during the year, together with tables of extended observation of the patients, dis- charged since the date of opening. Supremely inter- esting as these are to scientists, medical men, and administrators of the Public Health Acta th* lv and go coiuinua-llj c> iontiv Vione add flu' Institution, and will, *« rf «rr»atW to the number, so rendering the work or OUT- loyal collectors easier and happier in the vears. The Committee desire earnestly to endorse br \dams's nle-a that those in a position to do so will send patients up to the Sanatorium whUrt in the. initial stages of consumption Much suffering might be obviated, and liner results obtained at a ,iliallev financial cost if only this co-operation could hf insured. The time is opportune to take note of the immense progress made during the last two vears in educating the public with regard to the natnre. as well as the arrest and prevention of this the most deadly of all the infectious diseases by which these islands and our own three counties in particular are afflicted. In the demonstration of tho ijosition, therapeutic, and educational occupied by Sanatoria in this work our own Institution and the nnipagandism of its promoters can certainly claim r, honourable nart. It is gratifying to read how county after county, and town after town, announce thei. intention of joining in the crusado against the "'Great White Plague." Most heartily do we welcome these signs of co-operation, and it is safe -to prophesy that, if effort bo but sustained and more vigorous application of the laws of health be to its aid in more sanitary dwellings and fullei teaching of Hygiene in our public elementary schools the figures of the Registrar-General will tell a very different talc-one more preventable disease will be banished from our midst. 1 he Com- mittee, desire to renew their invitation to teacne tu visit the Sanatorium, believing that the object lessen there provided will not fail to enlighten and stimulate them in instruction and warning of such vital importance to the scholars whose training im entrusted to them. The administration of the Insti- tution has been eminently satisfactory; greater efficiency has been obtained at less cost. Your Building Committee have exercised watchful care over the various buildings, and have added thereto- it was thought desirable to /cruder the roofs rtioro!t«hly as a protection against snowdrifts. An ttide Jaircase' is about to be erected in order fit facilitate the arrangement of beds and for other desirable purposes. Provision has also bM. to meet possible emergency m case ofim tho waU* ,,t several rooms have been re-coloured the corridor between kitchen and dining-rooms has been pro- lected against the weather; a large shed has been erected by the patients themselves for us," in wet weather, and for entertain- ment*. Finding that the existing bed accom- modation did not meet the demand, and that nppti- cant* had' to wait in large numbers for admumon vr.ur Committee decided to erect two chalets with tWI' Itedt apiece, in this way raising the accommoda- tion to 26 beds. It. is a pleasant as well as a very necessary duty to mention in this connection ano- ther instance "of the generous assistance of il1 rjI, Davios-Evans, who was able to hand over *rom Lady Drumniond f1 und the substantial «um of 0% id. in reduction of the debt upon the building account and a further sum of £ bQ towards the CM-t of tho chalets. The Committee are sure that the Uovernnsfi will join in according most hearty tila-fil" to Mr-i Davies-Kvana for her continuous interest m the Sanatorium and most substantial contributions to its funds. Your Committee afeo have in view the further provision of water to the building This ha been"*endered necessary by the increased num- |*»r of the patients. The Commute have once more testify to the splendid services off ihose ladies "lid gentlemen who act as District » ollectors in th6 three counties. Their really arduous work has I,ceil carried our with unfailing cheerfulness and energv, and the Committee a a-, again sure that Cm Governor* will join them in a tribute of admiration and thanks, although it cannot be doubted that all lia,- iK-en undertaken as a labour of love, and in fill1 appreciation of the noble object to be att-altied in t 11", allocation and forestalling of human suffering Hnd misery. Allusion has already been made to tho growing support given to our funds by subscribers of every class and condition in the three counties; the Committee warmly thank all the generous private donors and anonymous benefactors also. Their sineere jrratitude if- also proferred to all those public bodies (such as the Carmarthenshire County Council, the Narberth and Carmarthen Boards ot Guardians, and Aberystwyth District Council), who -ilkaye shewn in practical form their public spirit and sense of the nature of our work. To tha oro- moters of a concert in aid at Llandilo the Committee render their hearty thanks. The Hot- Treasurer reports that the toW GOt. tactions, donations, and special gifts amount t» th* gratifying sum of £ 1,740 17s. 10d., and he further announcets the receipt of a iegucy of 1;160 under the will of the late Mrs. Lewis, Llandingat. During the year five Executive meetings have been held, wijiist the House and Finallcü Commitwe met monthly, four meetings being held at the Sana- torium with periodical visits of special inspection. As far as -itos-sible the interests of the Institution and tne Governors have received most caretul atten- non. In conclusion, the Committee and Governors are fortunate in still retaining the servces of Dr. Adams, our esteemed medical superintendent, who has mamiesied throughout such a real and practical interest in our Sanatorium. The pains taken by him to secure fuii eliicicncy are well-known to your Committee, and the remarkable success which marks the history of the Institution i". due in no small degree to his skiltul administration. His re- port, wileh is appended, eloquently establishes his claim to our full and cordial thanks. The admir- able spirit and discipline of the previous year are well maintained and the tributes of patients who have left are testimony to the happy life led by them and the skilful care accorded them during treat- ment. To the Doctor and the Nurse-Matron, whose reliable services, with those of her assistant nurses, also call for commendation the Committee desire to tender their gratitude and thanks." The Rev. A. Fuller Mills moved the adoption of the report, and said that he was glad to vote at the Carmarthenshire County Council for the con- tribution to the Sanatorium was the heartiest he had ever witnessed in connection with the Council (applause). Ho trusted that all the County Councils in Wales would see that they were grappling with a question that had to do with their nation. He hoped now that- they were doing such good work people would increase their subscriptions, and that those who had not given, or looked rather askance at it in the initial stages, would now come forward arid help them to stamp out this terrible scourge of consumption. He paid a high tribute to the excel- lent work of Dr. Adams. WliateN-el- form the Welsh National Memorial to the late King took—if they set up a National Sanatorium for tuberculosis, they in the western counties would always take the credit. for having taken the initiative (hear, hear). Mr. Sidney J. Itees seconded, and the motion was carried unanimously. ENCO U RAGING R EPO U T. Dr. Adams, in his report said :-1 have much plea- sure in submitting this, my report, the first to show a complete twelve months' work, and which will, I think, prove a satisfaction to all those interested in the West Wales Sanatorium. On July 1st, 1909, there were 20 patients in the building, and from that date up to June 30th, 1910, 77 patients were admitted, and 79 discharged, leaving 18 in the building on the latter date. Front the commence- ment of the year up to the end of January, 1910, there were 22 beds available for patients, but from this time onwards 26, air%v Iiig to the opening of Ü1'r it additional beds, placed in the spare dining hall. The necessary funituro was purchased for the two chalets erected at the end of last year, but the weather was so changeable that the dining hall was used in preference as soon as the number of patients waiting admission warranted the opening of the extra beds. From this time till the middle of June the number in the Sanatorium kept at about 25, but ,he then the number of applications fell off, owing mainly, I consider, to the great dearth of tickets of recommendation. The average daily number of patients for the whole year, from the actual number recorded daily, was 22.5. This shows that the Sana- torium has been kept practically full for the whole year. I would like to tell you in a few words how the. patients admitted have benefitted by the treat- ment. For the purposes of this consideration I have carefullv analysed tho results of the first 75 cases discharged from the Sanatorium, i.e., all cases I discharged prior to January 1st, 1910. These 75 cases are divided into three groups, as follows:— Group 1, the incipient cases, numbering 29; Group I 2, the moderate cases, numbering 14; Group 3,-the advanced cases, numbering 32. The results of the J 29 cases in Group 1 are highly satisfactory. Twenty- live of these cases left with the disease in the lung completely arrested, and four left almost completely arrested; their average gain of weight being llibs. All resumed work on discharge, and all but one are now working, at least six months having elapsed since the last of them left, and as much as 19 months since the first, of them left the Sanatorium. The results of the 14 cases in Group 2 are almost as gratifying. Of their number only two left with the disease completely arrested, but 11 left very much improved, and the other improved, the axer" ago gain of weight being 91bs. Twelve are now at work and the other two still continuing treatment. Tiil4 is the bright side of the picture, but the fact that there is such a brignt side is encouraging. Now to conf-ider Group 3, which, unfortunately, is the Largest, numerically, consisting of 32 cases. (This number includes eight cases, who were only admitted for a. short period, a, they proved unsuit- able for the treatment.) It is a grave pity that there should be such a large Group 3. If only cases would come for treatment, when lirst taken ill, we should have a large Grout. 1. and get corres- ponding excellent results. But so many will keep at work as long as they possibly can, and some are, I believe, still prejudiced against leaving home, though I am thankful to say that I believe this prejudice is already less. 1o resume, of tin se 3" cases, 6 left much' improved, 13 improved, 6 sta- tionary. and 7 worse. From these results of treat- nient one dcx-p not expvet to hear wry good ac- counts of their after-history, but 5 aw working, 1 continuing treatment, and the remainder are dead. The average gain of weight in this group was lOlbs. To sum up, 45 of the 75 patients considered re- turned to work; this is 60 per cent., and 1 am sure you will agree a very fair number, when it is remembered that they all had (with one exception, where the diagnosis could not be confirmed) what onlv a few years back was considered a fatal disease. in "addition 21 are still carrying oil treatment at home, and it is more than probable that some of these will soon be able to resume their usual occu- pations, while some are girls at home, who have no need to work. Most people are aware that persons bufionn"' "ron» consumption lose weight, often very rapidly,"and the fact that they gain weight under treatment is a very fair indication of the progress of the case. Of the 75 castas considered, 67 gained weight averaging 10.21bs. a head (the maximum gain 3Ulb«.); 4 remained Ftat loriary, while only 4* lost, and 3 of these were obviously too. fat on admission, the result of previous treatment, and hare i Itic*, returned 10 work, and are keeping well. I thinlv this proves the diet to have been satis- factorv. The conduct of the patients has ben very u" pood.'and I should like to take this opportunity of placing on record how amenable I And the majority of the patients to the treatment, who seem to enter into the right spirit of it, iiid help each other to get well. At the commencement, of the there we. several changes in the staff, but 1 zitil sure that the Governors can congratnkne themselves on the. appointment of Sister Gilbert. She came to us with many years' experience of sanatoria, and has pr-oved the greatest help to me in many ways. I Wish to give a special work of praise to our Engineer, who alway" performs his many duties willingly and oonsciVntiouslv. Our best thanks are due to the following for gifts, Wil 'CVI have been received and acknowledged :-Papers. hooks etc.. Mrs. Dudier Di'unimond, Hafodm-ddy n; Miss F. Lewes, Llan- iear; Mr. D. Williams. 20. King-street, Carmar- then'; Miss Agnew, Lyndhttrst; Mrs. Gwynne- Htt'whea Tregevb; Miss Bright. Pontardulais; jig- saw puzzles, Miss Gibs, Sydenham: game. Sir Drummond, C.B., Rdwmsford; Earl Cawdor, Golden Grove, and Capf. B. Danes-Evans, 8vrcbbdmn; fish, Mrs. Liliycrop. Tenby; fruit, M-r\4, Lloyd. Wan n if or, and Hon. Mrs. Stewart, I Alltyrodin; Christmas hamper, Mr. and Mrs. Trub- shaw, Llanelly; Christmas turkey and cheque, Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell, Brynteifi; plants for garden, Miss Gibbs, Sydenham; Dr. Bowen-Jones, Carmar- then; Mr. R. Williams, Tailev; Mr. Edwards, Black Lion, Llanybyther; Miss M. Davies, Froodvale; Lady Maxwell, NVithybush; Sir James Drummond, Bart., C.B., Edwinsford; Miss F. Lewis, Llanlear. }. conclusion I should like to draw the Governors' Attention to the maintenance expenditure, as on more than oire occasion a rumour has come to my ears that tly,, Sanatorium is extravagantly main- tained. It must be borne in mind that a Sana- torium mu.t of necessity cost more than a hospital to maintain, owing to the high standard of the food given, and to the isolated situation in which it is built. The following figures will, I can assure you, compare very favourably with those published by Sanatoria .with larger number of patients, and longer establishment :-Total expenditure 1908-9, LI,491 9s. 9d; 1909-10 £ 1,518 12s 7d; daily average of patients 1908-9, 14.1; 1909-10, 22.5; dailv total cost per patient 1908-9, 5s 9.4d; 1909-10, 3s 8.2d; weekly cost per patient 1908-9, B2 Os. 5.8d.: 1909-10, JB1 5s. 9.4d.; total expenditure on food 1908-9, £ 525 Is. 7d.; 1909. 10, £ 595 5s. 9d.; dailv cost ner natient for food 1908-9, 2s. 0.4d.; 1909-10, Is. 5.3d.; weeklv cost ,x>r patient for food 1908-9, 14s. 2.8d; 1909-10, 10s. 1.1d.: daily average of staff in 1908-9, 8s.; 1909-10, 6s. 6.2d. daily cost per head (patients and staff) for food 1908-9. lr, 3.6d.: 1909-10* Is. 1.6d.; weekly cost per head 1908-9, 9s. 1.2d.; 1909-10, 7s. 11.2d." Col. Gwynne-Hugbes, in moving the adoption of the report, said that he was sure they were all very much indebted to Dr. Adams for the able way he had managed the Institution. Major T. H. Dowdesweh seconded, and tha motion was carried. FINANCE. The Treasurer presented the acoounts for the year, and the maintenance fund showed that the receipts amounted to 1;1,779 8s. 10d., and the ex- penditure to £ 1,518 17s. 2d., leaving a credit balance of C260 lis. 8. On the motion of the Chairman, the account were adopted. It. was also decided to invest the sum of L220 in the names of the Trustees in trustee security. On the motion of Mrs. Herbert Peel, seconded bv Major Dowdeswell, Earl Cawdor was unanimously re-elected president, and Sir James Drum- mond, Bart,, C.B., Edwinsford; Colonel r?" ,lJav'rM'-va<np, Highmead (lord lieutenant of Cardiganshire), and Mr. David Davies, M.P., Lian- dinam Hall, were re-appointed vice-presidents. The members of the Executive Committee weiv, re- elected, the Chairman referring to the great loss the committee had sustained in the death of Mr. J0hn Francis, Myrtle Hill. The Chairman, in moving the re-appoitftmerit of Mr. Wheldon as treasurer, said that thev all knew the great w ork he had done for them in the past and the immense time and trouble he took from one .year to another to help forward Institution. Miss Davies moved that Capt. Harries be asked to continue in the office of hon. secretary. Thev could get nobody better. Mr. Sidney Rees seconded, and said that Capt. Harries had done excellent work for them. The monon was carried with acclamation. Mr. ,John Raer, C'armarthen, was Peered hono. rarv auditor, TTio'r'i'" \'T were then Paesed to Captain Harries, Mi. Wheldon, and Mr. Saer for their in- »»<! P»- .^r" f wl^K'd to acknowledge the courtesy TnV' W UC 1° ponira'ttee of the Carmarthenshire Infirmary, and the resident staff there, always re- di'posal t"° facilities thtT Put at his On the "lotion of Col. Gwynne-Hughes, seconded r°^?0SWe^' a heart? v°to °f thanks was accorded tho Committee and Staff for their kind- ness. A vote of thanks to the Chairman terminated the meehng.

LOCAL POLICE COURTS. CARMARTHEN COUNTY SATURDAY, 30th inst.-Before Mr. F. Dudlev Wil- Jiams-Druiamond. Hafodneddyn (chairman), m;d Mr. 11. A. L. Evens, Pantycendy. THE DRINK. Joseph Ward, farm labourer, of Ferryside, was fined 2s. 6d. and costs for being drunk in Brig- 'd, stocke-rerrace, Ferryside, on the 15th iii,t.-P.C. Thomas Richards proved the case. FOUND ASLEEP. John Roberts, collier, Green Cottage, Logic, near Carmarthen, was found drunk and asleep at 10.20 p.m. on Saturday, 23rd ult., lying against a liedge on Llangunnor Road. He was asleep.—Fined 5s. and costs or sewen days. The previous Saturday he was fined for a similar offence. SWORE AT HIS WIFE. William Lewin (mason), White Mill, was charged by P.C. David Evans, Abergwili, with using obscene | language. Mr. J. F. Morris, solicitor, was for the defendant. The constable stated that he heard defendant mak- ing use of most \>bseene language in his house to- wards his wife, with whom he was quarrelling. He was under the influence of drink. P.C. Daniel Davies. of Cothi Bridge, was with the constable. Several complaints were made to the police that this was a regular thing every Saturday night. Mr. J. F. ivlorris stated that he advised the de- fendant to plead "Guilty," and that the fault lay with his wife and his relatives. He asked the Bench to dismiss the summons on payment of costs. The Bench, however, stated that it was a bad case and fined the defendant 5s. and 10, 9d. costs. LICENSING. Mr. Brunei White applied on behalf of Evan David. Smiths Arms, Laugharne, for an occasional licence to sell etc., in a field where sports are to be held on the 5th inst.. The police objected that the license was not necessary and the Bench refused the Application. A similar application was granted to Mr. "avid Jones, Red Lion, Llandefeilog. on the occasion of the annual agricultural show. TTIP Court then rose.

CARMARTHEN BOROUGH TI KSDAV, August 2nd.—Before tho Mayor (Alder- man Walter Lloyd, Lammas-street), and Mr. Thos. Thomas. Harddfan. DRUNK AND DISORDERLY. John Jones, Shaw's-lane, was charged with being drunk and disorderly.—PC. Williams proved the case. Defendant was fined 5s. and 7s. 6d. costs. A SAVAGE DOG. David Boswell, a showman, Fair Ground, Car- marthen. was summoned for keeping a savage dog. Stanley Herbert, Barnsfield-terraco, said that the dog bit him on the leg. Defendant was dismissed on payment of costs. WKDXKSDAY. August 3rd (special).—Before the Mayor (Alcrman Walter Lloyd, Lammas-street), and Mr. H. E. B. Richards, Castle House. DRUNK AND INCAPABLE. P.C. W. J. Ree* charged Charles Gibson, labourer, of no fixed abode, with being drunk and incapable. Defendant, pleaded "Guilty," and too Mayor dis- missed the caee, and cautioned hitot. The court then rose. DISTRICT NEWS Te following three columns of news appeared in onr Eastern Edition of last week. AMMANFORD WEDDING.—On Friday, the 22nd inst., at the Gwynfryn congregational Chapel, a pretty wedding took place, the contracting parties being Mr. D. Isaac Jones, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. William Jones, Close" House, Penybank-road, Ammanford, and Miss Rachel Ann Morgan, eldest iuaughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Owen Morgan, Heoldwr Cot- tage, Hopkinstown, Ammanford. The ceremony performed by the Rev. E. J. Rosser Evans (pastor). The bride, who was given away by her father, looked charming in a cream dress, with olack picture hat. The bridesmaids were Miss H. M. Jones (sister of the bridegroom), and Miss M. M. Morgan (sister of the bride). The former was attired in an amethyst dress, with cream hat to natch, and the latter in a mauve uress, with hat to match. Mr. George Davies, Coliege-street, Am- manford (clerk with Mr. T. G; Williams, solicitor), carried out the duties of best man. There was also present at the ceremony the bridegroom's fatfeer. Later in the day the happy couple motored to Pantyffynon Station, where they entrained for Blackpool, where the honeymoon is being ipent, TIoTh the bride and bridegroom were the recipients of many useful presents. LECTUKE.—On Wednesday, the 20th inst., the Rev. W. Bowen, Penygrocs, delivered a very in- teresting lecture on "Yr Aelwyd'' at.Ebnezer Welsh Baptist Chapel. The chairman was Councillor John teresting lecture on "Yr Aelwyd" at Ebenezer Welsh Davies, Commerce House. The proceeds were in aid of Mr. James West, Pantyffynon. EISTEDDFODIC SUCCESSES.—At the Cwmamman Eisteddfod, held on Saturday, Miss Rachel Jones, College-street, Ammanford, won the prize of JB1 Is. in the contralto solo competition. For the best elegy on FÍurfafen" (prize £2 2s.) the successful competitor was Gwilym Myrddin, Bettws, Amman- DEATH.—With regret we have to announce the death of Mr. Rees Higgs, Garnant-ganol, Garn- swllt, near Ammanford, which took place on Sun- day, the 24th inst., at the ripe old age of 87 years. The deceased, who was highly respected, was the oldest deacon at Capel Newydd Methodist. Chapel, Bettws. There remain to mourn his Ions a sorrow- ing widow and five children—two sons and three daughters—with whom the greatest sympathy is felt. The funeral took place yesterday (Thursday) at he burial-ground of the old Methodist Chapel, Bettws, An account of the funeral will appear in our neit issue. AxxLAL TEA PARTY.— On Thursday, the 21st inst., the annual tea and sports in connection with the Ammanford Co-operative Society was held in a held at Bettws, kindly placed at the disposal of the members for the occasion. Nearly 1,000 adults and chuaren partook of tea. Following the tea, sports and various competitions took place. The whole of the arrangements were in the hands of the mana- ger and a committee, and they, together with the ladies who had prepared the tea (and helpers), de- serve the best thanks for their labours. The wea- ther, though threatening, kept fine throughout the afternoon, and a most enjoyable time was spent by all present. T)i-AT.( AXD FUXEKAL.—Much sympathy will be extended to Mr. and Mrs. John Davies, White Rose Cottage, High-street, AmmanforcT, with fhe loss of their only little daughter, Bronwen May Davies a.ged two years, whose death occurred on Wednesday, the 20th inst., after a short illness. On Saturday the funeral took place at Brynteg Chapel burial-ground, Gorseinon, the officiating minister being the Rev. John Morgans, Ammanford. Chief mourners: The parents and Master Brynmor Davies (brother); Mr. and Mrs. W. Phillips, Gorseinon (uncle and aunt); Mr. and Mrs. Jonah Evans, Gor- seinon (uncle and aunt): Mr. John Hagedorn, Gor- seinon (uncle); Mr. John Thomas, Crwys (uncle): Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Phillips, Gorseinon (uncle and aunt); Mrs. Morgans, Gowerton (aunt); Mr. Henry Phillips and Mr. D. Phillips, Llanelly (uncle and cousin), and Mr. Gronow, Gorseinon (uncle). Floral tributes were sent by the following: Parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. Evans, White Rose Cottage, High-street, Ammanford: Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Lletty'r deryn, Ammanford, and Mr. and Mrs. E. Jones, Pleasant View, Ammanford. The undertaker was Mr. Rees Jones, Ammanford. REHEARSAL.—On Tuesday evening the Amman- ford section of the Brynamman Choral Society held å rehearsal at the Ivorites' Hall, Ammanford. pre- vious to their competing at the forthcoming New- castle-Emlyn semi-National Eisteddfod. Mr. Ed- ward Evans. Brynamman, conducted. FTXERAL.—The funeral of the late Mr. Henry Morris. High-street, Ammanford, whose death we reported last week, took place on Wednesday, the 20th inst., the place of interment being St. David's burial-ground, Bettws. The funeral was an excep- tionally large one. being attended by the leading tradesmen of Ammanford and district. At the house a short service was conducted by the Rev. W. J. Arter (Wesleyan), Tirydail, and at the church and graveside the Revs. Melbourne Jenkyns, curate-in- charge of Rettw. and Edward Jones, curate-in- charge, Penclawdd, officiated. The chief mourners were Mrs. Morris (widow): Mr. J. Emlyn Morris (son), the Misses Gwennie, Edith, and Toddie Morris (daughters); Mr. John Jones, Llwynyronen, Bettws (brother-in-law)); Mr. Tom Jones, Garth (brother-in-law); Mr. John Stej/ienst London House, Llandilo (cousin): Mr. D. J. M. Jones, M.P.S.. Quay-street, Ammanford (nephew); Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Morgan (architect), Ammanford (nephew and niece): Miss Hilda Jones, Carregam- man (niece); Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Dowlais (cousins); Mrs. Morri Aberdare (cousin); Mrs. Williams, Dowlais (cousin); Mrs. Goodwill, Cheltenham (cou- sin), and Ilr. and Mrs. Morgan, Bristol House,? Brynamman (cousins). Wreaths were sent by the family: Mr. and Mrs. Levenson, Emporium, Am- manford Mr. Jack T^vans, Treorchy, and Mr. and Mrs. Morgan, High-street, Ammanford. SILVER BAXD.—This week the band is busily re- hearsing for the Association contest, to be held at Swansea on Bank Holiday in connection with the centenary of the Oddfellows of the Swansea Dis- trict. The test-piece selected is a selection from Me verbeer's opera, "JU Africaine." Ten bands have entered for the competition, and a keen Contest is anticipated. Mr. Angus Holden will adjudicate. QUOITS.—At a quoit match, played at Llan- dovery between Llandovery and Pantyffynon, the game resulted in a victory for the visitors by 13 noints. Scores -.—Pantyffynon: 1, E. Jones, v R. J. Evans, 21: 21, D. R. Morgan v Daniel Morgan. 9: 21, Eben Jones v Watkin Davies, 14: 21. William Jones v Dan Jones. 17: 16 James Fowler v Rees Williams 21: 21, J. H. Walters, v Harry Jones, 1; 21. Alcwyn Jones, v Dan Lewis, 21; 21. Tom Rees, v Ben-Jackson, 17: Pantyffynon total, 134; Llan- dovery total, 121. ACCIDEXTS.—On Tuesday evening, the 19th inst., a cyclist accidentally knocked down the son of Mr. D. Lloyd. Wind-stt, near his home, and frac- tured one of his legs.—Last week an accident hap- pened on the Square, whereby Mr. John Hughes, who resides near the Lamb and Flag. Garnant, was knocked down by a horse and trap. His injury, which consisted of a cut on the forehead, was at- tended to by Dr. Brereton (Dr. Price's assistant). HORSE SHOW.—On Wednesday week a meeting of the committee of Elie Ammanford Horse Show was held at the Cross Inn Hotel, when matters per- taining to the forthcoming show. to be held on Wednesday, Augnst 3rd, were discussed. It was stated that there are very good entries in the various competitions, and some well-known jumpers have entered for the water-jump competition, the prize for which is £7 7s. and a silver cup. Messrs. W. N. Jones. Dyffryn (chairman): J. Hopkins, issH T. 0* Lewis, Wind-street W. Morris Old Cross, and D. V. Davies, The Park secretary), com- prise the Field Committee. ford.

BURRY PORT VISITORS. — We arc glad to reporr that so many visTi'ors are to be seen here, while excursions are numerous from various places. It is a pity there is not better accommodation for them, and the Urban Council should do something at once to im- prove matters. Ziox SUNDAY SCHOOL.—Zion Sunday School had their trip this year on the 29th inst., when Llandilo was visited, The weather being glorious, all en- joyed themselves well, and the chief places of in- terest were visited. After partaking of food with Mr. T. Edwards, Pembroke House, the party pro- ct-eded to the Park, where various games were in- dulged in, and gifts were distributed amongst the children. TEA.-—Last Saturday afternoon the children at- tending Jerusalem Sunday School enjoyed their an- nual tea at the chapel vestry. Waiting1 at the tables were the following ladies: Misses Annie Ed- wards, Annie Evans, M. Charles, Hetta Phillips, M. Roberts, J. Jones, G. Rees, J, Dunn, M M r- gans, Mrs. Davies, and Mrs. Bonnell. The tea lwiug: over, young and old retired to a field (kiadiy lent for the occasion 'by Mr. David Williams, Ty- isaf) close by. where all kinds of games were in- dulged in until the close of the evening. FIXFRAL.—The funeral took place on Monday afternoon last of Mr. Phillips, Morlan-terrace, Burry Port, when his mortal remains were laid to rest in the village churchyard. The Rev. Elias Evans officiated. CONCERT. -Last Friday night, a grand conoert was given by the Royal Welsh Ladies' Choir at Bethany. A long and varied programme was excellently ren- dered.* The Rev. J. Owen presided I EXCURSION".—Bethel C.M. Sunday School went on their annual trip last Saturday to Swansea. The day being gloriously line, they all enjoved the out- ing well.

LLANDILO BAXK HOLIDAY AT LLANDILO.—Readers might go turtner and not enoJY themselves nearly as well as they would next Monday at Llandilo. Here a^iietic sports will be held, a carnival, brass band contests, quoit matches, and other events. With regard to tne carnival, one alteration, which readers will do well to note, iias been made, viz., the entrance fee has been reduced to 15., which will also include admission 10 the field. LOCAL BUSINESS ABILITY.—AT the agent's dinner of the Prudential Assurance Co., over which Mr. H. Davies, the Carmarthen superintendent, pre- sided, held at tne Llanerch Hotel, Llandrindod, on Frioay last, it was announced that Mr. D. M. Evans, son of Mr. James Evans, grocer, 11, Car- marthen-street, Llandiio, for the third year in suc- cession, headed 'the list in securing the largest volume of business in the combined branches. This speaks volumes for Mr. Evans's keen business acu- men, when the fact is taken into consideration that he had to, so to speak, take up the cudgels against some of the smartest men in the county. \ISITOBS.—The town has been fairiv well patron- ized by trippers during the past week. What boarding-house keepers, however, are inclined to grumble about is that Llandiro, with its natural attractions, is not a greater draw for week-end and fortnightly stayers. As we have often pointed out in the past, something should be done in the way of adding to what has already been provided by nature. Last Saturday about 60 employees of the Llanelly Gaslight Co. visited the town. They were accompanied by their secretary (Air. Clement). The journey was made in brakes, supplied by Messrs. Williams Brothers, Llanelly, via Llanarthney. Ano- ther party was that of Mr. Daniel Bowen, of Tre- banos, Swansea, which numbered about 40. The catering in both instances was in the capable Bands of Host and Hostess Evans, of the Half Moon Hotel. On Thursday the Caradog Lodge of Freemasons, Swansea, held their annual picnic at Llandilo, and made the Ca wdor's Arms Hotel their headquarters. Luncheon was partaken of at 2 p.m. Afterwards the party took a circular drive by way of Broadoak and Golden Grove. Tea was partaken of on their return, and a concert given afterwards. The singers included Mr. Edward Davies, the well-known tenor, late of the Carl Rosa and Moody Manner Com- panies. The chair was taken by Mr. G. Rees, master of the Caradog Lodge, whilst the arrange- ments were in the hands of Mr. Puritan, the secre- tary of the lodge. The number present was 61. The catering of Host and Hostess Ambrose came in for much praise. GARDES PARTY.—The annual garden party at Dynevor Park took place on Monday last. Amongst the guests were Lady Lloyd, Bronwydd: Mrs. Gwynne-Hughes, Tregeyb; Mrs. Pryse-Rice, Llwyn- ybrain (the mayoress of Llandovery); Mr. and Miss Stepney-Gulston, Derwydd: Mr. and Mrs. Herbe Peel, Taliaris; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bishop; Mr. and Mrs. W. Picton Philippe; Mr. Delme Davies- Evans; Mrs. and Miss W. H .Lloyd; Mrs. Spence- Jones and the Dea.n of Gloucester; Mrs. DuBuisson; Mrs. Hewlett; Mrs. Williams, The Vicarage; Rev. — Jeremiah (curate); Rev. — Roberts (curate) and Mrs. Roberts; Rev. Harry Griffiths, Golden Grove, and Mrs. Griffiths; Rev. John Jones. Gwynfe; Rev. J. Jones, vicar of Llandebie; the Misses Williams, of C'efncethin: Dr. and Mrs. Phillips, Llandilo; Dr. J. R. Evans, Llandilo. There were about 80 in all.

LLANDOVERY MUSICAL SUCCESSES.—At the examination of the Trinity College of Music (London), held at Swansea on the 25th of June, the following passed:—Prepara- tory Amy Browen Richards, Lisburne House, Llan- wrtyd Welis, 94 marks. Junior: Meridien Evans, "Morganwyd," 93 marks (honours); Amy E. Jones, Marble Cottages, 94 marks (honours). PERSOXAL.—Councillor and Airs. J. Nicholas have gone to Aberayron, where they intend spending their summer holidays.—At the Williams Pantvcelyn Memorial Chapel on Sunday last Mrs. Aldridge, wife of Mr. A. Aldridge, stationmaster, rendered a violin solo. CRICKET.—Llandovery Town Seconds lost on Thursday in last week to Temple C.C., Swansea, the homesters coipiling 48, whilst the visitors hit up 60. The Town Firsts also suffered defeat at the haiids of Swansea First on Saturday. DEATH AXD FUNERAL.—We regret to announce the death, after a brief illness, of Master Edward Elan Johnson, the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Johnson. Bristol House, High-street, which took place last week. Alucli sympathy is felt with the family in their bereavement. The funeral took place at Llandingat Church, and was largely attended, The Rev. Meurig Davies officiated at the house. The mourners included Air. and Mrs. Johnson (father and mother): Messrs. Joseph, Willie, Tommy, and George (brothers); the Misses Mary Anne, Bessie, Charlotte, and Rosie (sisters); Mr. and Mrs. J. James. Llangadoek (uncle/tfnd aunt); Mr. Mark Fisher (cousin). WTreaths were sent by the follow- ing:—Miss Lizzie Williams, Star and Garter Inn; Miss Estella Hughes, High-street, and the- Misses Jane and Annie Thomas, Orchard-street. Owing to being unwell, Miss Fanny Johnson (a sister of de- ceased) was unable to be present. DEATH OF MRS. MARY JONES.—The death occurred on Monday of Airs. Mary Jones, wife of Councillor Daniel Jones, Rhosvbedw. The deceased, who was about 60 years of age, had been in failing health for some time. She leaves a husband and several grown-up children to mourn their loss. OFF TO CAMP.—-The Llandovery detachment of the 4th Welsh Territorials left for camp on Sunday morning, under the command of Lieut, J. F. d Rees, Trehvfryd. Early as the hour of mustering was. quire a crowd of the natives came together, all bent on giving them a hearty send-off. They were accompanied to the railway station by the Town Band, who played some selections on the way.

KIDWELLY The writer of these notes is glad to observe that they were "notioed." by the Laugharne correspon- 3en of the JOURNAL last week. and is obliged to him. Had the trip from Kidwelly to St. Clears on Saturday last gone off smoothly we had hoped of visiting Laugharne, but owing to several unavoid- able halts on the way down time did not admit of our extending the journey. TRIP.—On Saturday last despite several draw- backs a most enjoyable outing was partaken of by the shearers and openers engaged at the Kidwelly Tinplate Works. A brake (with three horses) was engaged to take the party, which numbered some 26, down to St. Clears, and a very happy start was made from the Bell Inn. Kidwelly, at 8 o'cTock pre- cisely, and all went as merry as a marriage bell till we reached the first hill after passing Glan- morlais on the Llandefeilog road, the horses ''nagged," owing primarily to the very heavy brake tliey drew. Afterwards every hill both going and coming the passengers had all to get out and walk, thus fully a quarter of the journey was per- formed on foot by the party. St. Clears was reached at one o'clock, and the return journey started at 5.30. A pleasant hour being spent at Carmarthen on the homeward way, Kidwelly being reached happily without the slightest mishap soon after 10 o'clock. The shearers included Messrs. W. Gravelle, Thomas Lloyd, David Jones, Rees Lloyd, W. Thomas, and Henry Lloyd. *nd last but by no means least, the popular roll turner, Mr. Dan Jones, did all that was possible to make the trip a pleasant one, whilst the girls, and a merry, light- hearted lot they were, "bless helped to amuse in every possible way. SPECIAL SERVICES.—At Capel Sul (I.) on Sunday and Monday half-yearly services were held. the special preachers on the occasion being the Revs. — Lewis, Tumble, and Silen Evans, Aberdare. Both delivered most excellent and impressive aer- mons to large congregations. The singing, as is usual here. was of a very high order. Bor STOUTS.—We were extremely glad to read the excellent article in last week's JOURNAL re the above. and would like to draw the attention of all parents to it. Our troop is getting on famously under Air. Sheppard. the energetic scoutmaster. Last week the boys were taken out on a path-finding expedition, and for next week a most interesing programme is being prepared. The following gen- tlemen have kindly consented to act as the local committee: Mr. WT. D. James (Mayor), president; Alessrs. J. Thomas. Velindre; A. Stephens, Broom- hill: G. E. Bowen, J.P.. Rumsey House: H. E. Smart. Alountain View. and Dr. Griffiths. Mr. John Morgan is hon. secretary. As soon as the boys' uniform arrive they will be properly en- rolled.—Since writing the above we find that there is just the possibility of a display of boy scouts here on Alonday next, the Llanelly scoutmaster having written to Mr. Sheppard asking him to ar- range for the defence of Kidwelly Castle against the onslaught of the Llanelly troop that day. If our accoutrements arrive in time we shall "be pre, pared" to resist any, attack on our stronghold.

GWAUN-CAE-GURWEN SINKING OF A NEW PIT.-The Gwaun-cae-gurwen and Brynamman Company are making preparations for the sinking of the East Pit. The winding en- gine for sinking has been assembled, and there is now ready the pit headgear, etc. The ainking con- tract has already been given out, but it is not known at present when a start will be made. THE management of the Gwauncaegurwen Col- lieries have decided to adopt electricity as a motive power for the whole of their machinery excepting the winding engines of the pits.

LLANDEBIE WELSH RECORDS AT PARIS.—Mr. T. Matthews, M.A., is (says the "Western Mail") highly com- mended in "Archseologia Cambrensis" for his pub* lication of Welsh Records at Paris, and for the fac-similes." "Be has rendered excel- lent service to all students of Welsh history, and they will be doubly grateful to Mr. Stepney-Gulstoa ior his suggestion that the whole of the knowa documents by Owen Glyndwr be included." ENTERTAINMENT.—The Tybie Juvenile Choir. under the conductorship of Mr. w. Williams, gave an entertainment at the Schools on Friday, the 22nd inst. Mr. W. Rees, Post Office, presided.

CWMAMMAN fiHAIR EISTEDDFOD On Saturday last, tha second annuai chair eis- teddfod was held at Cwmamman in a spacious mar- quee, and was exceptionally well attended. There was a record number of entries on every subject. The presidents were:—Alorning, Mr. Thonms Thomas, Council Schools, Glanamman; afternoon, [ Lieut.-Colonel D. MorriE, Brynffin, Bettws, Ammaa- ford. Mr. R. Melinfab Griffiths, Llwynhendy, was the conductor. Adjudicators:—Alusic, Mr. W. J. Evans, Aberdare. and Mr. E. Anthony, Goodwick; miscellaneous, Air. R. Alelinfab Griffiths, Llwyn- hendy; penillion. Air. Edgar Thomas. Pontardulais. The accompanists were Mr. John Morgan, Gar- nant, and Miss S. A. Lewis, Glanamman; harpist, Miss M, A. Evans (Llinos Eili). Mr. Willie Roberta, Alinyffrwd, Garnant, was the treasurer, and the secretarial duties were carried out by Mr. Johla Jones, A.C., Nantmain, Garnant, and Mr. D« Davies, Bryngwyn, Glanamman. The following is a list of the awards:—Pianoforte sojo for children under 14 years of age, "The Hunter's March" Flossie Winter, Swansea. Any Welsh air on Welsh words, for boys under 16 years: J. H. Williams, Llwynhendy. Recitation for thoStl under 12 years, "Paid rhoi fyny": 1, May Davies, Cwmtwrch; 2, Maggie May Lewis, Waunarlwvdd. Pianoforte solo for children under 17 years. "The Merry Streamlet": Winnie Thomas, Landore. Solo for girls under 14 years, "The Better Land": Maggia Evans, Gwaun-cae-gurwen. Recitation for those under 16 years, "Hwiangerdd Sul y Blodau": 1, Daniel Evans, Gwaun-cae-gurwen; 2, Eurwedd Jones, Loughor. Penillion singing for those under 16 years (North Wales style): 1, Joe Morgan, Cwm- gorse: 2, Llinos Thomas, Glanamman. Composition, three-part song for children, S.S.A.: "Johnson/* whose name did not transpire. Stanza, "Tarth": Rev. T. Gwernogle Evans, Neath. Solo for those under 16 years (open): Divided between Maggie Evans, Gwaun-cae-gurwen, and Blodwen Jones. Gar- nant. Children's choirs, "Hail! Merry Playtime!" 1, Llandebie (conductor, Mr. William Williams); 2, Garnant (condueÎorJ, Mr. Harry Owen). Composi- tion, "Gwersi o Fywyd Cyffredin": "Competitor." Soprano solo, "At the Evening Hour": Miae Blod- wen Hopkins, Llangennech. Penillion singing1 (adults), North Wales style: Mr. Richard Morgan, Brynamman. Song, "Caeglu Blodau": Rev. T. Gwernogle Evans, Neath. Bass solo, "Cymru, fy Ngwlad": Mr. Aneurin Morris, Loughor. Ladies' Choir, "Blodau Alai": Waunarlwydd (conductor, Mr. D. J. Jones). Chief recitation, "Y Gweithiwr": Mr. John Roberts, Gwaun-cae-gurwen. Tenor solo, "Lend me your aid": Mr. David Harry, Llwyn- hendy. Alixed choirs, "Blodeuyn Olaf": Bryn- amman (conductor, Mr. T. B. Williams). Elegy, "Ffurfafen": Gwilym Alyrddin, Bettws, Amman- ford. Contralto solo. "Within the Gates of Light"; Miss Rachel Jones, Ammanford. Male voice par- ties. "Destruction of Gaza": Raven Hill, Swansea (conductor, Air. Trevor Hughes). On Sunday evening, a sacred concert was held in the eisteddfod marquee. The chairman was Mr. John Jones. Garnant, and the conductor the Rev. J. Edryd Jones, Garnant. The following pro- gramme was gone through:—Selection, The Cwm- amman Prize Silver Band (conductor. Mr. Ben. Jones); solo, "Arm. arm. ye brave," Air. William Leonard; solo. "The Lost Chord," Miss Biodwea Jones; violin solo, Miss Emily Roberts; solo, "Yr Anwyl Oen," Miss Bessie Jenkins; recitation, Miss Miriam Evans; chorus, Cwmamman Children's Choir (conductor. Mr. Harry Owen); solo, Light of the World.' 'Mr. W. Price Rees; solo, "The Promise of Life," Miss Rachel Jones; trom- bone solo. "Lend me your aid," Air. Chris. Wrat- kins; solo, "Lead, Kindly Light," Mr. William Mitchell; duett, "Lie Treigla'r Caveri," Messrs. W. Price Rees and W. Leonard; finale, "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau."

AMMANFORD POLICE COURTS WEDNESDAY, July 20th (special).—Before Mr. Herbert, Brynmarlaia. DESERTER PARDONED. John Roberts, a native of Capel Hendre, was charged with being a deserter from the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards since October 20th, 1901. From the evidence it appeared that Roberts has a wife and family, and had been iiving in the Rhondda. He read in the newspapers that King- George V. was granting the d:scharge of all de- certers, and accordingly he surrendered himself on Monday to Inspector Davies, Ammanford, in order that he might obtain his discharge. A letter was produced from the Lieut.-Colonel of the Grenadier Guards, which slated that under a special Army Order, dated AIvy 23rd, defendant was entitled to the King's pardon, and on recent of his address a protecting certnlicate would be forwarded to him. However, unless he reported himself in writing before the 23rd inst., the free pardon would lapse. Defendant was accordingly discharged. SATURDAY, July 23rd.—Before Mr. A .S. Gulston, Derwydd (in the chair); Alderman W. N. Jonw,, Dyffryn, and Mr. Henry Herbert, Brynmarlais. THE DRINK. The following cases were dealt with.—David King, Treforris, Llandebie, for drunkenness, proved by P.C. Roberts, was fined 2s. 6d. and costs.—Evan Pugh, Blainau-road. Llandebie, with being drunk (proved by the same constable), was fined 2s. 6d. and costs. Thomas Morris, Nantywrach, Llan. debie, fined 2s. 6d. and costs, for being drunk is Blainau-road; proved by P.C. Roberts.—Daniel Thomas, Pontamman Cottage, Ammanford, for being drunk and incapable in High-street, Amman- ford, on the 2nd inst., was, on the evidence of P.C. Johns, fiaed 2s. 6d. and coets.—Thomas -Scourfield, Glynhir-uoha, Llandebie, for being drunk, was, oa the eveidence of P.C. Roberts, fined 10s. and costs.— P.C. Roberts also charged George Oxenham, Pont- lasft. Llandebie, with drunken and disorderly con- duct on the 2nd inst., and waa fined 5s. and coats.— Ivor Jones, Stepney-road, Garnant, for a simiiar offence was, on the evidence of P.C. Johns, fined 5s. and costs.—P.C. D. Thomas charged William Rees, Bryndu-terraoe, Brynamman, with be81a' drunk and disorderly on the 11th inst.—Mr. J. W, Bishop, Llanelly, appeared for the prosecution, whilst Mr. Hughes. solicitor, Ammanford, defended. —Defendant denied the charge, and Mr. Hughes said that there had been no corroboration on the part of the prosecution.—The Bench, however, fined defendant 2s. 6d. and costs, with advocate's fee. TROUBLE ABOUT DOGS. P.S. Morgan charged John Howeiis, Llwyntag, Tycroes, and David Jones, Garreglwvd, Tycroes, with leaving their dogs loose without collars, bear- ing the names and addresses of the owners. Jones's son appeared on behalf of defendants, who, it was intimated, were working nights. The defendants did not appear, and the Bensk ordered that warrants be issued in both caseB. SUNDAY TRADING. Ugenio Cresci, refreshment house-keeper, Amman- ford, for two cases of Sunday trading, was fined 5s. and oosts in each case. ASSAULT. Wrn, Wilson, 5, Caebryn-terrace, Llandebie charged David Morris. Brynheulog, Blainau-road' Llandebie, with assault.—Defendant did not appear. Complainant, deposed that while proceeding home- wards with a friend on Saturday night, the 9th inst.. at H-30 p.m., they saw someone lying OIl the hedge. Thinking he was ill they went to his assistance. However, defendant got up, and asked witness what he had been saying about him. De- fendant then deliberately gave witness a blow in the eye, and also knocked witness's friend to th ground. Thomas Griffiths. Caebryn, corroborated. Defendant was fined 10s. and costs. SUMMONS APPLIED FOR. D.C.C. Evans applied for a summons against the last-named defendant. On the 19th of March last he had bean bound over to keep the peace for six months, The application was granted. OCCASIONAL LICENCE. Mr. J. W. Bishop, on behalf of Mr. O. D. Ed- wards, landlord of the Cross Inn Hotel, Ammanford, applied for an occasional licence to sell intoxio&nts on the occasion of the Ammanford Horse Show to be held on August 3rd. J The licence was granted. TUESDAY, July 26th (special;.—Before Mr. Henry Herbert, Brynmarlais. Inspector Davies charged John Murray, a labourer" working on the Penybank Water Works, with being- drunk and incapable. The defendant, who was found laying against the wall of the poliDØatiOD, was discharged frith cautioa. L;