The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

COUNTY WEDDING BA YKHAi-LLOYD-HARRIES. The wedding took place on Thursday in last week, at the Llangadock Parish Church* conducted by the Rev. William Rees, R.D. (vicar), of Miss Lloyd- Harries, eldest daughter of Lieutciiant-coonel Tudor Lloyd-Hairics, of Llwyndewi, Llangadock, and .Mr. Aiban F. Baynham, son of the late Hev. J. H. Baynham, rector of Charlton, Dover. The bride was given away by her father. The bridesmaid in attendance was Miss Dorothy Nest Lloyd-Harries, sister of the bride. The best man was Mr. Christo- pher Baynham, brother of the bridegroom. The bride was attired in a soft white satin dress trimmed with old Brussels lace and ornaments. She wore a diamond star brooch, and carried a spray bouquet of lilies of thev alley, with myrtle and white heather. The bridesmaid was attired in a white satin dress draped in white ninon de soie, with brown hat trimmed with brown chrysanthemums. The ceremony was fully choral, and the church was beautifuly decorated. Miss Joseph, of Church House, Llangadock, pr_ided at the organ, and whilst the register was being signed Miss Olive Easton sang a solo. After the ceremony a recep- tion was held at Llwvndewi, the home of the bride, where there was a large gathering. The bride's going-away dress was a grey tweed coat and skirt, and large black velvet hat. After the wedding a reception of relations was Jield at Ll wyndewi Amongst those present were Mr. and Mrs. Gwynne-Hughes. Iregeyb Mrs. Henry Philipps; Colonel Gwvnne-Hughes, Glancotlly: All. E. P. Lloyd, Glansovin His Honour Judge and Mrs. Bishop, Dolygarreg; Mr. Christopher Baynham (best man): Mrs. Hugh Howell, Mr. G. Bennett, Mrs. Wyndham Lloyd, Miss T. Mansel Lewis, Miss Chap- man, the Rev. VY. and Mrs. and Mis* Rees, Miss Olive Easton, Mr. and Mrs. Mcrvyn Peel, Danyr- allt; Miss Peel. The Bride and "Bridegroom left for Lima, South America, on Wednesday.. The following is a list of presents received :— Bridegroom to Bride—Diamond brooch. Bride 0 to Bridegroom-Gold half hunter watch. Father of Bride-Fish knives and forks, silver scent bottle. Mother of Bride—Jewel rase. Sister of Bride—Silver-mounted jam pot and spoon. • His Honour Judge and Mrs. Bishop C heque. Mrs. C. and Miss Bishop—Silver sugar sifters. Mr. Lewis Bishop—Cheque. Mrs. Barklie—Silver salver. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bath—bilver-fitted dressing -case, silver shaving brush. Mrs. P. Kemmis Betty-Travelhlg rug. 1 Gwyn, Sioned, and Henry Bath-Water colour. .Mrs. George Behrens—silver salts bottle. Mrs. Bryant-Cheque. Miss Bryant—Cheque. M rs. BaVnham—Cheque. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Baynham—Cheque. Mrs. A. E. Baynham—Cheque. Mr. C. Baynham—Silver breakfast dish. Mr. E. C. Baynham—Cheque. Rev. T. H. Baynham, C.F,-Cheque. Miss Brown, l\Jontreal-Chequf'. Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Barclay—Silver salt cellars. Colonel and Mrs. Reginald Brittan—Fitted despatch box. Mrs. Bowen, Ashfield.row-Clock. Colonel and Mrs. and the Misses Beddy—Silver writing set. Mr. G. S. Barnes—Silver bon-bon disncs. Mr. G. Bennett—Cheque. Mrs. Eugene Carder Afternon tea cloth. Miss Carder—Embro.dered cushion cover. Mrs .Cockburn—Drawn-thread tea cloth. Miss Chapman—Cheque. Mr. and Mrs. Cobbett-Fancy bag. Rev. R. A. Corbdt-Sih-cr cigarette box. Miss Case-Pewter tea set. Mrs. Stanhope Douglas Willan—Cheque, old lace, pearls, avjd other jevellery. Mrs. J. Douglas-Willan and Stanhope Douglas- "Willan—Cheque. Miss E. Douglas-Willan—Knife rests. Miss Alice Douglas-Willan—Handkerchief sachet. Colonel Douglas-Willan. C.B.-Luiielieoii basket. Mrs. H. P. Douglas-Willan—Nightdress case. Mrs. F. "Darwall—Silver cigarette case. The Misses Darwall—Silyver photo frame. Mr. Davine—Pipe. Dr. and Mrs. Arthur Da vies-Silk shawl. Miss Dorothy Davies—Silver sovereign case. Mrs. Evan Davies, Llangadock—Damask table cloth. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Davies—Cheque. Mr. and Mrs. Cyril Davies—Silver trinket box. Mr. Davies. postman-Vases. The Misses Darwall—Silver photo frame. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Davies, Llangadock—Cushion Cover. Mrs. Easton—Irish linen bedspread. Miss Olive Easton—Afternoon tea cloth. Mrs. Frazer—Handcrocheted towels. Colonel and Mrs. Frampton—Telegraph form case. Colonel and Mrs. Gwynne-Hughes—Leather writ- ing case. Mr. and Mrs. Gwynne-Hughes—Diamond pendant. The Misses Gwynne-Hughes, Mrs. Graves, Mrs. Guthrie, Mrs. H. Philipps, and Mrs. Westray, silver tea and coffee set. Mrs. Edgar Grotian—Travelling cushion. Mr. and Mrs. Head—Cheque. Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Hall-Table centre. Dr. Hopkin—Silver tea caddy. Mrs. Hugh Howell-Silver milk jug. Mrs. Hussey—Amethyst and pearl pendant. Commander G. Henfrey—Pendant. Lieut.-General Sir James and Lady Hills-Johnes and Mrs. Johnes-Silyer revolving dish. Mr. W. Hughes—Thermos flask in case. Miss Clayfield Ireland—Travelling clock. Mrs. Jocelyn—Cushion cover. Miss Jenkin—Travelling watch in case. Mr. W. H. Jones (manager of the National Pro- vincial Bank, Ll a ii (lovei-) -Silver mustard, salt, and pepper set. Mrs. John Jones,, Gwynfe Visarage-Handkcr- chiefs. Airs. D. T. M. Jones-Silver bon-bon dish. Mrs. John Jones, Golden Lion-Table cloth. M iss Joseph, Church House—D'oyleys. Mr. E. P. Lloyd—Cheque. Mrs. Wyndham Lloyd-Cushion covers, leather 6ag, nightdress case. Mr. and Mrs. Mehric Lloyd—Silver entree dish. Wymond, Nest, Jap, Soma, and Grousie Lloyd- Silver tea spoons. Mrs. Lord—Writing case. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lewis, Llangadock-Sih-cr- topped scent, bottle. Mrs. Lewis and Mary, Llangadock—Silver bon- bon dish. Miss Mansel Lewis—Scent bottle. Miss T. AJansel Lewis—Work-box. Mrs. Light, Llangadock—Tray cloth. Miss Ida Lewis—Pendant. Miss Lys—Tea knives. Mr. and Mrs. Monkton—Cheque. Mr. and Mrs. H. Monckton—Cheque. Miss Monckton—Thermos flask and handkerchief. Mr. and Mrs. David Morgan, Llangadork- Silver tea spoons. The Misses Mansel—Gold safety pins. The Misses Morgan, Millbrook Cottage-Old Welsh jugs. Mr. and Mrs. Morgan, Highgatc-Silver salt cellars. Mrs. Morgan, Cynill-Silver fruit spoons. Mrs. Lawrence Matthews—Silk handkerchiefs. The Misses O'Brien—Despatch box. Colonel and Mrs. Peddar—Irish crochet table cloth. Mrs. Pryse-Rice-Waist buckle. Mrs. Price, Llangadock—Pepper castors. Miss Dorothy Thursby Pelilam-ilver Japanese box. Miss Phil ipps-Cheque. Mrs. E. Lort Phillips-»Leather book bag. Mrs. Le.yborne Popham and Nancy—Leather handbag. Mr. and Mrs. Mervyn Peel—Cheque. Mrs. St. Vincent Peel—Gold bracelet. Miss Richards—Silver-mounted salad bowl and servers. Miss Craigie Ross-Cheque. Colonel aud Mrs. Rogers—Silver photo frame. Miss Rooinson—Cheque, old Sheffield entree dishes. Staff-Surgeon H. M. Rees, R.N.—Silver inkstand and watch combined. Mrs. J. C. Richardson—Silver shell bon-bon dishes. Airs. Ruck-Silver bon-bon dishes. The Rev., Mrs., and Miss Rees—Silver toast rack. Mr. and Mrs. A. de Rutzen—Travelling cushion. Mrs. Rees, Caeversiy—Muslin cushion cover. Mrs. Rees, The Welcome—Carving set. Colonel and Mrs. Savage—Cheque. Mr. J. Steggall Sawyer—Cabin trunk. y Air. and Mrs. Siiopland, Llangadock—Afternoon tea cloth. The Shopland Children—Butter knife and jam spoon. Miss Senior, Miss Fussell, Mademoiselle Iartin- Travelling clock. Rev and Mrs. Spear—Writing case. Mrs. and Miss Trevor—Silver-mounted letter case and card case. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Turner, U.S.A.—Silver mus- tard and pepper set. Rev. J. and Miss Williams, Llangathen-Cheque. Miss Wallaco-Books. Railway Staff-J. Jones (stationmaster), D. Grif- fiths, D. Davies, R. Bridgewater-Silver eggstand. Mr. and Mrs. Price (coachman, Llwyndewi)— Silver-mounted butter dish and knife. The Children at Llwyndewi Cottage-Silver ring stand. ° Thomas Jones (gardener, Llwyndewi)—Silver photo frame. Indor Servants at Llwyndewi—Margaret Davies, L. Williams, W. Edwards, L. Rs-Sih-er egg-stand. Servants at 6, Camden-crescent, Dover—Irish linen table cloth. Servants at Lenton, Dover—Sideboard cloth. Servants at 7, "The Paragon," Blackheath-Alice and Ellen—Silver photo frame.

SWlMlftlJMU ALII) YAKNiNG BY Roy FRANK JOHT.SON. Do any of you remember that- story told by that princess about raconteurs—Miss Helen Mar? It is about two American boys, and it runs like this.- 1st Boy-Say, how d'you teach a girl to swim? Jind .boy ioa take ner down to tHe water very geiitlv, and you put your arm around her waist, 'an you say, "i\ow, dearie, don't be frightened, an-- 1st Boy-i-ouic oil yer perch. It's me sister. 2nd Boy-Yei- sister r uh—shove her in. Ihis pathetic little narrative reminds me rather of Mr. Haldane. lliut estimable gentleman is usually rattier care ful what lie tells the electors. He is rather gentle with them, so to speak. He says, Now, dearie, don t be trightened," and he usually talks rather sound sense ior a Radical minister. But when lie gets up North ,aomng his own consti- tuents, he is not quite so caretul. "ùÚ- shove any- thing in," is apparently his plan. For instance, when he was speaking last Thursday at Elpingstone, N.B., he had a lot to say about the Lords-tue wicked. Lords wno always bar the path to progress, etc., etc;, etc. "it obstructed the great Reform Bill of 1882," he saiu, choking with in dignation. "It obstructed the Ballot Act. It obstructed the law for giving free- dom to Roman Catholics," and so on. Suppose, now, we turn to the FACTS. This wicked, unrepresentative House of Lords did once throw out a Reform Bill. But the wise, representative House of Commons threw out seventeen. The Peers, those crusted barriers to progress (I beg your pardon. I forgot for a moment that the Radicals made 269 Peers since 1830). Anyway, these Peers did t 11row one Ballot Bill. But the progressive, the democratic House of Commons threw out twenty-one. The House of Lords, it is true, did throw out one Bill for the relief of Roman Catholics. But the enlightened House of Commons threw out how many do you think?—Fourteen. Mr. Haldane, stopped there. Shall I go on? Well, the House of Commons, in its battle for Progress, threw out six factory Bills, which were originated bv a Peer's son. The House of Commons threw out 24 Bills for the Repeal of the Corn Laws. The House of Commons passed the famous Rail- way Act of 1864. But it was the House of Lords which inserted the clause providing for compulsory cheaj? workmen's trains. The House of Commons had forgotten all about the workmen. These are only a few instances. There are manv more. So when you hear of all this frothy talk about the Lords doing this and that and the other, isn't it about time to ask the agitator to look at home? The truth is, the House of Lords has always been quite as far ahead in the march of Progress as the House of Commons. BRITISH POLITICS. Two of the supporters of tlitTCTiadstoxie Kague. which aims at "the purity of British politic '— nd doesn t seem to -be a very good shot—are J. Selig- man and a. Kohnstamm They give • gi-ii.M earn. Ihat's almost as good as Yankee dolla.s, I finc-v. HALF-A-DOLLAR Talking of American dollars, the Irish dictators are crowing over the fact that Sir Wilfrid Laurier was one of the contributors to the 200,000 dollar fund with which they think they're going to "boss poor old Britain." v Perhaps you Would like to know how much Sir Wilfrid Laurier £ ave. it was half-a-dollar—and that was expressly given in the cause of devolution, not Separation, which is Mr. Redmond's real policy. And even counting that half dollar, there is still a good lot of foreign cash left. Are you going to be ruled by Mr. Redmond and his anti-British paymaster, Mr. Pat Ford. LIBERAL OR ANTI-PATRIOT? Every member of the Independent LabouI Party is pledged to the policy of his party-a general strike to cripple Britain's forces, transit and food 'supply in case of war. Every Liberal who votes for a so-called "labour" candidate who is a member of that party is helping forward that policy of laying this country at the mercy of if s" foes. Where there are only two-candidates, the Socialist- Labour man and the Unionist, it is your duty as a 1)ati-lot to vote Unionist.

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MR. LLOYD GEORGE FRENCH COMMENT ON HIS "INSOLENCE." The "Daily Mail" correspondent writes:— The "Gaulois" comments as iollows upon Mr. Lloyd George's electoral methods: E n, I'sli statesmen until to-day have taken pride in showing themselves invariably moderate in man- ner, invariably coureous to their adversaries; in fact, in remaining always chivalrous gentlemen. They n" would have thought themselves disgraced if they had ever allowed themselves to indulge in personalities. Mr. Lloyd George, on the contrary, goes in search of them. His habitual method is dirctly to attack his adversaries, to infuriate them by his gibes and sarcasms. Made up of brutality, triviality, and in- solent persiflage, his undeniable eloquence is unlike anything hitherto heard in England. One of his most striking traits is to be 'shocking.' "The tone in which he speaks of the nobles is really incredible, if it is taken into account that he is an I j important Minister in the Government of an heredi- tary monarch who is himself the first Peer of his kingdom. The "Journal des Debats" publishes over the signature of the well-known writer Jacques Bardoux an article strongly criticising Mr. Lloyd George. It says: "This man, who mignt by his merit elevate the common people, still very coarse and brutal, sinks to their level." The writer declares that political passion not only deforms his recollections of English history, but also affects his udgnient. Dealing particularly with Mr. George's statement at Edinburgh that the lords 'toil not, neither do they spin," the writer asks whether Air. Lloyd George is unaware that several Peers are members of leading banking houses, and that others are well-known ironmasters, shipbuilders, and cotton spinners, "while the Army is represented by Lords Roberts, Wolseley, Kitchener, Grenfell, and Methuen, all of whom, despite Mr. Lloyd George. have distinguished themselves by intellectual effort." "The intention of the "Lords to reform themselves proves," concludes the writer, "that they deserve to remain the last of political oligarchies."—Reuter.

LAMPETER BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—A meeting of the Board was held oil Friday, the 2nd inst. Present: Rev. T. C. Edmunds (chairman); Rev. J. N. Evans, Llangybi; Messrs. J. C. Harford, Falcondale; M. L. W. Lloyd Price, Bryncothi; Evan Davies, Lampeter; John Jones, Cwmynach; T. W. Grif- fiths, Blaencwm; J. T. Davies, Crugywheel; E. Jones, Y Bryn; Rees LJew. Evans, Gelii Villa; David Davies, Bryncrach; David Lloyd, Brithdir; Thomas Jones, Ninant; B. T. Lewis, Talfedw, and Dd. Williams, Maescanol; Dr. E. C. Thomas (medical officer), and Air. J. Ernest Lloyd (clerk). Out-relief, etc.—The amount of out-relief adminis- tered during the fortnight was as follows:—Lam- peter district, per Mr. T. Ll. Evans, £ 39 18s. to 102 paupers; Lianybyther district, per Mr. David Evans, £ 46 14s. to 138 paupers. Number in the House, 21; corresponding week last year, 21. Vag- rants relieved during the fortnight, 44; correspond- ing period last year, 85. Two persons were dis- charged from the House during the fortnight and one died there. The Alaster asked if the special dinner was to be given this Christmas, -as was cus- tomary in the past, and the Board decided that it should be given. Relief Statious_- The Local Government Board in answer to the 'Guardians' letter ,said that if the immediate abolition of ail the pay stations in the Union is attended with practical difficulties, the Board would raise no objection to the continued use until March 25th next of those at Gwernogle, Abergiar, Llydiadnenog, Bettws Bledrws, Pen- carreg, Llanfair, and Trefilan, as suggested in the reports of the Relieving Officers. The Board con- sidered, however, that the use of the stations should as far as posible be restricted to serving as centres where the Relieving Officers may receive applica- tions for relief, and that where they are also used for the payment of relief, the Relieving Officers should visit the homes of the recipients at least once a month. The Board also desired to be in- formed of, the addresses of the pay stations referred to, and the rents )aid, and whether such stations are connected with a shop, a school, or licensed premises.—Mr. Lloyd Price said he thought the Guardians should again appeal to the Board tó- miti- gate the order, as it appeared to him that the poor persons did not suffer in the least under the present system. He .did not see any practicable good in what the order required. Theoretically it looked all right. The expense would be larger and the work of the Relieving Officers would be enormous. If there was reason for continuing the present sys- tem until Alarch certainly there was reason for con- tinuing it longer.—The Chairman sa;d his opinion from the besrinning was that the order was of 'not much use.—The Rev. J. N. Evans thought it would be well not to precipitate matters at present, and that it would be enough for the time being- to answer the letter in the way suggested.—Mr. J. C. Harford said the paupers were not better looked after in any Union than here. The Guardians knew the poor neople find made it a point to make them- selves Acquainted with their circumstances. The new ordp" would enta il considerable exnense.—The sud thnf 11" could tell tn." Local Government that thee was not a single nauner in the whole Union who was not known personally to at least one of the Board.—It was decided to' write rica n to the Boavd urging them to allow the Guardians to continue the pay stations. LLANYBYTHER RURAL DISTRICT COTJNCIL. —A meetintr of the Council was held after the Board meeting, which was presided over by Mr. David Davies. County Roads.—Dr. E. Jones called attention to the dangerous state of some of thp main roads in this district (especially the road leading from Llanv- (Svther to Lampeter) owing to the way that some of the culverts across the road have been fdled in with stones. Some of the culverts have had heans of stones pla.ced over them in such a way as to form r> hich rid'ge noross the road.—The. C'erk was directed to write to the County Council pointing the matter out to them. Tirbaeh and S'vigw.—A long and important, letter was read from the tenant of Tirbaeh. Llanvbyther. complaining bitterly of the alleged dilatorinpss of the Council in demanding the repair of the two dwellino-honses mentioned. X iiless the Council did their duty, he callcd for their immediate dissolution. It The letter, which was in Welsh, was couched in strong therms, and created some amusement.—The Inspector said that notices had been served upon the landlord.—It was decided to prooed in the matter under the provisions of the recent Town Planning, etc., Act. Aberceilog Culvert.—It was decided to allow the Contractor to provide flags of six inches in wifiitli instead of those of eight inches, as stipulated in the contract, provided he adds a layer of concrete of six inches thickness over such flags. TOWN COU-NCIL. -Thursday, 1st inst. Present: Prof. Scott (mayor), Aldermen William Davies, Charles Evans, Timothy Richard, and D. F. Lloyd: Councillors Evan Davies, D. Jones, Walter Davies, Josiah Jenkins. E. Evans, James Alorgan. J. E. Jones, Lewis Jones. J. D. Owen, William Jones, David Davies, and John Jones. Messrs. R. W. Ash- man (surveyor), J. E. Lloyd (town clerk), and E. D. Rees (assistant clerk). Correspondence.—The Gas Company wrote through their Secretary that as they had recently incurred herfvy liabilities in order to give the town greater facilities for using gas, thev could not see their way to make a reduction in the price of gas at present. Petrol Licence.—The application of the Great Wes- tern Railway Company for a renewal of the licence to store petrol at the railway station was granted. Physical Culture.—The Alen's Institute wrote to ask for the Council's terms for the use of the hall for holding physical culture classes during the winter months.—The letter was referred to the Hall Committe with power to act. Advertising. Alessre. Wills, Ltd., advertising agents, wrote with a proof of an announcement ;0 be inserted in their Guide.—The proof was corrected. and ordered to be returned. Surveyor's Report.—The Surveyor reported that the weekly inspection of gas meters had been found satisfactoryq. Fire Brigade drill had been held. and five members were present. The work of steam- rolling was finished, the whole of College-street, Station-terrace, and parts of High-street, Bridge- street, and Drovere'-road having been metalled. During the month B12 5-. 6d. had been collected and duly paid to the Bank under the following headings:—Mr. Jarvis, water, 3s.: pavements, re- pairs, 7s. 6d. and common tolls, Ell 5s. 6d. Several landlords have been written in reference to rlie trimming of hedges, some had been cut and others would be shortly. Barb wire had been placed on the inside of the railings of a public path leading from the Alemorial Hall in the direction of the churchyard. He should be glad to know if this was to be removed. Wire fencing had been placed in a field adjoining the outlet of the Bridge-street sewer to prevent caitie Victoria-terrace, Barley Mow and Greenfield-terrace, having stopped up he had the same opened and found that It was stopped up to within an inch of the top—from the tap half-way down. To clear this meant opening in several places and breaking the pipes. To effectually stop the nuisance a new line of pipes was required. One case of infectious disease had been reported." Public Lights and Streets.—The report of the Pub- lic Lights and Streets Committee was adopted, and which contained a recommendation: (a) That 2 water gullies be placed in Bridge-street and one in Station- terrace (b) that six cast-iron gratings be procured; (c) that 50 loads of gravel be procured for covering the roads in St. Thomas-street, St. Thomas-square, Bictoria-terrace, Barley Mow and Greenfield-terrace, wet and (d) that a rotary sweeping brush be procured. Markets. The Market Committee recommended that applications be made to the G.W.R. Co. to issue cheap market tickets and/week-end tickets from Aberayi-on and all intermediate stations to Lampeter. and that applications be made also to the Company for cheap weekly market tickets from Swansea, Llanelly, Carmarthen, and' all intermediate stations to Lampeter; also to call the company's attention to the inadequate platform accommodation at Lam- peter station and the lighting of the station.—The report was adopted. Public Health.—The Committee recommended that certain articles be procured for the slaughter-house and that all the troughings and down-pipes there be repaired. Water.—Upon the recommendation of the com- mittee it was decided to engage an engineer to con- sider and report on the proposals of the Council for supplying new mains in certain streets and other matters connected with the water supply.A petition was read from the residents of New-street praving that they may be supplied with water in their street, and it was decided to lay a service-pipe from the main in Bridge-street to the new street and connect it with a stand-pipe for the present.—In replv to the Council's letter asking for an extension of tillle within which to build the reservoir at Capcli Air. Harford wrote that he understood that it was abso- lutely necessary to build it, as at present a proper supply of water to the houses could not be given nor was there sufficient pressure in case of fire. So far as he knew no attempt had been made to find out what the cost would be or if it was necessarv to lav down a larger main or how the wants of "the in- habitants and needs of a growing place could best be supplied. The original reason lor giving the town time was because the cost was supposed to be too great and five yars was about the limit expected, but an ample margin was allowed and 15 years put in the grant. Ihey had four years to run, and it was possible if the town got expert advice, and it was tound that a portion could be carried out first and a second portion within a short time, he might consider an extension of time, but in the present circumstances he could not consent to fio so. Medical Officer of Health.—The last business on the agenda was to appoint a medical officer of health for the borough in the room of Dr. Abel Evans, who had resigned. Xwo applications were received, namelv, from Dr E. Clunglas Davies, Alillfield, North-road and Dr. E. H. Griffiths, Mayfield, North-road.—On the motion of Alderman William Davies, it was agreed to suspend the Standing Orders in order to proceed with the election by ballot.-The result of the ballot gave Dr. Davies nine votes, and Dr. Gri- ffith's 8. Al. Charles Evans then formally proposed the appointment of Dr. Davies and Councillor James Morgan seconded, Ipoii all the members voted in hisfan-our, and he was declared appointed.—The Council agreed to fall in with the recommendation in the following letter:—"Your Council have no doubt received a communication from Lady Evans, of Lovesgrove, asking them for a donation towards the funds necessary in connection with the proposed training of midwives in Cardiganshire. The matter has been before my Council, and while in svmpathy with the movement they think the matter is one which can be more conveniently and equitably dealt with by the County Council,, and I am asked to sug- gest to the boroughs within the county the desira- bility of their joining in a recommendation to the County Council to make an adequate grant on behalf of the whole of the county. If this course is adopted and the County Council make a grant each borough will contribute its proper and fair proportion, where- as if a grant be made by the County Council and separate grants by each of the boroughs, the charge probably will not be fairly distributed* I siiall be glad to hear from you at your earliest convenience."

LLANDOVERY PROPOSED MONTHLY CATTLE AIART.—.—A well- attended meeting of the leading farmers of the town and district, convened by Messrs. Morgan, Rees and Davies, auctioneers, of ijandovery, Llangadock, and Llandilo, was held at the King's Head Hotel, Llau- dovery, on Friday, for the piirpose of discussing the advisability of holding a monthly sale of fat and store stock at the Town Council cattle mart. It is gratifying to note that the project was most favour- ably received, and eventually adopted, a good entry being received for the opening. It was decided to further canvass the district in order to make it a complete success. The farmers present were unani- mous in the expression of the belief that a mart not only should be established in this important agricul- tural centre, but that a start ought to have been made long ago. It is hoped that all agriculturists will. do their best to support and further the move- ment. It was resolved to hold the first mart on Tuesday, 13th of December, the opening to take place at 1.30. Entries will be received up to the day of sale. BR.CK WORKS.—Tire Llandovery Brick and Terra Cotta works have been re-startod under very promis- ing circumstances.A good number of men are al- ready engaged and up-to-date machinery have been ordered. At present some excellent specimens of the bricks that can be turned out at these works are on view on the premises of Councillor T. Roberts. Crown Stores, one of the directors. Between JE.20 and J650 were paid in wages to workmen last week. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—The fortnightly meeting of this Board was held at the Town Hall on Fri-' day, under the presidency of Alderman T. Watkins. Others members present were His Honour Judge Bishop, Rev. John Jones, and Messrs. R. Lewis, 1"tidor Lewis, David Davies, Isaac Williams, Daniel Lewis, W. Evans. (po;)SS Inn: Thomas Williams; W. ■<ees Lewis, Bronfelen; Morgan, Ystradwalter. J. C. V. Pryse-Rice: the clerk, Mr. D. T. H Jones, and the other officials. Mr. i-tis, R.O., reported the mumber in receipt of outdoor relief for the week ending November 25th to be ITS, cost JB52 10s.: corres- ponding week last year. 190. cost £ 31 19s. 6d. for the week ending December 1st, 178, cost 1;30 15s: corres- ponding week last year, 190, cost £ 31 19s. 6d. The Master reported the number of inmates to be respec- tively 28 against 24, and 26 against 23. Children at- tending school, 11. Vagrants for the fortnight, 97 against 110 corresponding period by a decrease of 13. The Chairman had on both weeks sent his parcels of newspapers, etc., as usual. He had also visited the house. The place he found as usual very clean and the old people comfortable. There was no grumbl- ing. He examined the provisions and found the bread, butter and cheese exceptionally good, in fact no fault could be Found with any of the provisions. A fireguard had been provided for the childrens' room. The copper boil was to order and weighed 68 lbs.-Tiie Rev. W. J. Davies. Tycerrig, Caio. had conducted divine service at the house. A prayer meeting had also been held by members of the Ebenezer Baptist Church. DEATH.—It is with sincere regret that we have to announce the death, at the age of 73, of one of Llandovery s oldest and most successful tradesmen in the person of r. John Jenkins, senior member of the well-known firm of J. Jenkins and Sons, boot manufacturers of Llandovery and Llandilo. Air. Jenkins, who had not enjoyed good health for a long time, passed away on Sunday evening after hav- ing been confined to his bed for orny a short period. He was a deacon of Ebeneer Baptist Chanel, to the funds of which he was a liberal subscriber, parti- cularly on the occasiofi of its renovation and exten-

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rhNRUCkC, CKUGliSArt HISTORIC EVENT. AS it is one "of the most interest- ing and progressive districts in Wales, the lame of this neighbourhood has little need to be enshrined in print, yet for the edification of posterity one feels coTiistrained on this occasion to make an exception and to give a brief and incomplete account ot the fashionable presentation that was made there the other day. lietween Penroek House and Caeucha there stands a public ilnlding, at which deeds have been talkod of which are ottcn of an astounding chaiacter. -No man has left tne establishment witn- out the conviction that compared with the giants there mentioned he is a mere worm. The elaborate details of the plan for the removal of • Y Clochdy" have there otten been discussed in full. Dirigible balloons were there well known even fifteen years ago. There one finds on view what is believed to be the first bicycle ever made, and for a small sum one may witness an exhibition of the primitive mode of locomotion then in vogue. The thrilling story of the capture of a reindeer on Bank Cwmbachstal the writer feels unworthy to narrate. On Friday,. Nov. 25th, a vast crowd assembled to witness the pre- sentation of Mr. Charles Burdekin, a famous patron of the building, with a handsome pouch well-filled with his favourite solace, together with a gold- mounted pipe. The Chairman explained the 'purpose of the meeting in affecting terms, and then called upon a distinguished member of the horse-shoeing fraternity, a most interesting and imaginative speaker, to deliver an oration and to make the pre- sentation. In powerful terms he eulogised the work and personality of the recipient, all his remarks being loudly applauded by a gentleman who. had that morning come from Llanwrda to witness the pro- ceedings. Air. Burdekin, visibly affected, responded in studied language, and expressed his profound ob- ligation to the assembled concourse for the way in which his efforts had been appreciated. The interest- ing ceremony over the crowd dispersed, some to Pumpsaint, others to Caio and Crugybar, there to recount the story of an occasion which will never be forgotten

GARNANT SOCIAL TEA AND CONCERT.—At the Step- ney Hall, Garnant, on Saturday evening, a social tea was partaken of. Afterwards a" miscellaneous concert, in which the leading artistes of the district toop ptirt, was held, and a good programme had been arranged. The proceeds were in aid of the Sunday School funds. THE LIGHTING ACT.—On Thursday night, the 1st mst., at a well-attended meeting of the ratepayers of Cwmamman, held at the above piace, it was de- cided unanimously to adopt the Lighting Act. It was also resolved t o accept the terms of the Ammanford Gas Company tor the public lighting of the place. Air. W iliiam Evans (chairman of the Parish Council) occupied the chair.

RHOSAMMAN ALLS.—The weekiy meeting of the Bcthania Society was held 011 Thursday evening, the 1st inst.f when the following nrograme was gone through:— Papers, "Lydia," Airs..Sarah J. Davies; "Tanvmar- lan, Air. Daniel Wiliiams; recitation, Alaster Rees Davies; song. Aliss Cassie D. Jones. Air. William Hicks was the chairman.

KIDWELLY POLITICAL AIEETINGS—During the last week two meetings in support of the candidature of Air John Hinds have been held here, each meeting being well attended. On Thursday evening Air John Hinds himself addressed the electors, being supported by Air. HewDavies, of London. On Saturdav after- noon Mr. Llewelyn Williams, who has been re- turned unopposed for the united boroughs, was here on behalf of Air. Hinds. The Alayor (Councillor \Y. D. James) presided at both meetings. FAREWELL.—Hie "jid-off" meeting for Air. Archie Picton came off on Friday ^rening last, and was a great success. It was held in the long room at the Alason's Arms, and Mr. Bertie Alansel pre- sided in an able manner. A presentation cf a solid silver cigarette case was made to Air. Picton on his departure from Kidwelly by the members of the Kidwelly Athletic Cub, the presentation being made by the captain, Air. W. G. Lewis, who in his speech highly eulogised Air. Picton, saying what a help lie had been to the club at all its meetings, matches and functions, lie, the captain, hoped he would have a brilliant future and that wherever he was he would not forget old Kidwelly. Speeches of a similar nature were made by the Chairman, Messrs. Phill Gil a spite. T. R. Wild. A. G. Chambers. Dan Daives. Cornelius Davies. Idris Jones and others. Air. Picton suitably responded and assured his friends that lie would never forget the happy times spent at Kidwelly. He promised also that if at any time in the future lie could help them he would do so with pleasure (cheers). During the evening songs were rendered by Alessrs. Jack Richards and Joseph Thomas. Air. D. J. Lewis presided at the pianoforte. DEATH.—The very sad arW unexpected news of the death of Air. David Rees. blacksmith, of this town, cast quite a gloom upon the town on Saturday morn- ing Air. Rees. who was very greatly respected by a largr"number, was at the Llanelly Hospital having his le, "hich had "omeTll\n" the matter with it, attended to. and it is said fhat he died after an operation. Deceased was 54 years of age. and besides being a master hand at his trade he was very clever and successful as a farrier, and his services in this capacity was very often in re iiest. He will be much missed by the farmers of the district and other. He leaves a widow and several children to mourn their great loss. SCOI!TS.—The Kidwelly Boy Scouts R.F.C. have arranged matches with the Llanelly Cliftonians and the Llanelly 2nd Joy: here on December 27th and 31st respectively. They have still a few open dates for other matches. hen is the Carmarthen Boy Scouts Football Club going to send us a date? •

AMMANFORD I DEATH.—The dtlaft week of the young and only child of Air. and!"Airs. James Marshall, Penybank, Ammanford. The funeral took place at Ebenezer Chape] burial-ground, the Rev. J. Griffiths, B.A., B.U. (pastor), officiating. Air. Rees Jones, Ammanford, was the undertaker. GWYXFRYN SCHOOL LITERARY SOCIETY.-The week- ly meeting of this society was held 011 Friday even- I n g, when a discussion took place; on the subject, Has All. Campbell s Theology come to stavV" The affirmative side was raken by Mr. George Richards, and the negative by Air. William Harries. The voting showed that there were 20 in favour of the former, and 27 for the latter. The chair was occu- pied bv the Rev. J. Jenkins. B.A. (Gwili), president of the society. BENEFIT PERFORMANCE.—On Wednesday evening, the 30th ult., Mr. S. White, who has now fixed up his picture palace on the Ammanford show ground for the season, gave a benefit performance in aid of ^.an?'es Powell, Bettws. The unfortunate man is suffering from an interna] complaint, and has been unable to follow his employment for some I time. He has a wife and three children dependent. ilpon him. The whole of the proceeds of the second performance—on Wednesday evening—there was no deduction of any kind. not even for printing— Mr. AN-hite kindly handed over towards this most deserving object, and he deserves great praise for his generosity. The amount realized was JB4 4s. 7d. Mr. Powell wishes, through the medium of- the Press, to thank Air. White and ali friends who assisted to make the evenings entertainment such a financial success. COLLIERY ENTERPRISE.—We understand that two new pits will shortly be sunk in the neighbourhood of Garnsw It. near Ammanford. This news will be hailer. with great satisfaction by the residents of Ammanford and district, and it is confidently pre- dicted that in the near future there will be'much increased activity in the coal trade in the Amman Yallev.

CWMAMMAN APPOINTMENT.—The many friends of Air. J. T. Morgan who was organist for many years at New Bethel Chapel, will be pleased to learn that out of .several applicants, lie has been appointed organist don elsJl ^Iethodist Chapel at Lewlsham, Lon- S-OCIAL.-Tite English Congregationalists held a social tea and concert last week at New Bethel. After having done ample justice to the good things provided at rhe tables, a concert was arranged, in which the following artistes took ftartPianoforte solo. Miss W ilhams {organist at Bethel); trio, Mrs. 1 Jones, Airs. W J&nes. and Airs. Hopkins; solo, Jdrs. L>unning; story, Mrs. Grainger: son"- Mr Jones; children's choir (conductor, Air. Moses v',T \l Al'' U" WhdJy Nl,adau-" The soloist, presided. Thc J- Edryd Jones CONCERT.—At Bethania a partv of the Aberdare strikers gave a concert last week. Considering there were counter-attractions, the attendance was fairly large, and the various items rendered by the party were much enjoyed.

MOTHVEY 40TH ANNUAL PLOUGHING MATCH—The 40th annual ploughing and hedging match was held at Mothvey on Thursday, and although the weather Was wet and boisterous there was an excellent attendance and a large entry. The president this year was Capt. D. C. S. Gwyniie, Cilgwyn. Judges: Ales^rs O. B Harris, Tanyrescer, umpsaint: William Davies, w chagored, Llangadock: T. Jones, Llwvnworm- wood Lodge; T. Harries, Coedweddus. Llangadock; David Davies, C.C.. Rhyblld: J. Morgans, Cwmelvd f-tewards: Messrs. J. Morgan. Cwmelvd: J. Priced- junior, Tynewydd: Harries. Coedweddvs: T. Powell CerrigcwTiwxlJ. Dyer. Pentw yn: David Jones. Cefn- cerrig: J. Price. r.scerlleithdy T. Davies, Penlan K -Hughes, Cwmbran: hon. treasurer. Air. Thomas Jones, Llwynworlllwood Lodge; hon. secretarv, Air. T. Powell, Cwmnanty, Beudy. An excellent dinner was provided at the King's Head Hotel. Alothvev. bv Host and Hostess Rees. Appended are the award-:— Ploughing: Champion class (open), 1. Rees Hughes Cwmbran, Alothvev; 2. T. Alorgan. Wernfawr, Llan- ddausani 6, Toni Jones, unior, C'efncerri^- Mothvi- v First class: 1 and 2 divided between David Griffillls. lyuchaf, and David Williams. Llwynmoeh, Llanddau- "a'nt: 3, J. Dyer, Pentwyn. Second class: 1, Tom llianip, JNantcynon, Llanddausant 2, \lor< an Jones. Llwynjack. Hedging:—Class 1: 1, John Dver Pentwyn, Alothvev: 2, John Davies, Garlllld Second class: 1. Thomas Price. Escerlleithdv • 2, Tom Dyer, Pentwyn. Each of the winners in this elas^ was also presented in addition with a hait»i by AL /Lh"ehn, saddler, Llandovery. Special prizes Best finished ridge 1, Rees Hughes, Cwmbran \gi\f ti b> Mrs. Da\ les. saddler I. Best pair of x>jiiers (piie given b^- Air. '1. LTewelyn. saddler, Llando'tiv) I, William Price. Caegwyn. Best pair of "at1: 1. David Griffiths, Tyucha, LlanddausH it: 2 Toni Hughes, Cwmbran (given by Air. J. Centra: Drug Stores) Best horse on tne field (given r^ MJ. David Jones, Gloucester House), 1, Da .-id Griffiths, Tyuchaf. Best pair broad-lipped spoons (gi\'e > l y Air. Edwards, Waterloo House). 1, Tho ¡¡.S J.^ncs, Coal brook Lodge; 2, Dan Evans, Fron Lodge. Best 12 swede. 1, Thomas Powell, Cerrigcwnwd (gneri uy Air. D. P. Davies, ironmonger); 2, Win. Powell, Cwmnantybcudy (given by Mr. A. Frede.'ck Lewis. Llangadock). Best pair of mangolds: 1. Thomas Powell (given by Air. W. Harries, ironm 'nger): 2, John Pentwyn (given by Air. T. Ewns iron- monger).

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.a..ï.1 M.. 8t.(:'810. sion some years ago. J ne deceased genth.:illan wa 1 a native ol AewcasUe-Emiyn, Out by lar the greater part 01 his lile had been spent In the tOWlI ul his adoption. flu lea%. Us a %Nlciuv% itilli tN%o cliiluicll., viz., o. JeiiKKis and Jars. Williams, wite 01 tue itev. II mams, Gwaiia iiouse, l^ianuilo, as well as a number ol granueiinureii. name of the late Alls. Jtincvi-uHeii, ol XSwad xiouse, win aiways u,- reveled at i-.ianuoveiy, not oiu\ on account 01 her many charitaule aim uenevoleiit acis uuring her ine- iiiue ana tne lieeu interest sne naU ill tne -Nursing -Association ana other objects tor tne town s goou, out also ior tne iact tuat recognizing now »adiv manuovery was III Iwed 01 a 1 a circum- stance to whien we nave 01 ten drawn attention, tnat Site Dequeatnecl tHe sum 01 towarua me estau- iisnmem aiici up-Keep oi sucn all institution oil lines tnat cannot xaii to eoiiinieiiti tneni.-ei ves 10 an, viz., tnat it snouiu be open to ail suoject to tne payment 01 a small subscription, ludepenuem ol sect or creed. 1-UMCSAL. — ine luneral tuOh place at libenezer Baptist ehurcn 011 Saturday 01 .Ur». Kees dones, i^o>auDran..ueceaseu, wiio was greatly respected tnrougnout the district, was 54 years 01 age. fche had nut been enjoying good health tor some tune pasu •"she was a 6kiiiiul and useful member ot Bethel Chapel, Cynghoruy, and there her loss wul be keemy ielt. liiere was a Aery large attendance at the luneral, at winch the Rev.5. "tlarries. iietnel, and the Hey. H. Ivor Jones, pastor of Ebenezer 13aptist Chariei, Llandovery, olneiated. Deceased leaves a widow and several children to mourn their loss. Air. David Jones, hite Hart Hotel, writes:— lil you kindly allow me, through your valuable columns, to emphatically contradict a statement made at the Llandovery Police Court to the effect that I had stated that one of the witnesses had made a contradictory statement of a serious nature to me. This is absolutely false, and if allowed to go unchallenged would harm me greatlY."