The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

FOOTBALL [BY RUGGERITE."] AMMANFORD v. CARMARTHEN HARLEQUINS Tremendous interest was taken in this game which was played on the Quins Athletic ground on Satur- day last, and a large crowd assembled round tho ropes The teams lined out as follows Quins: Fullback, Di.k Watson; three-quarters, James Lewis (Capt.), H. Thomas', Tom Roberts, T Danes; half-backs, Gwynne Lewis and Samuels; forwards, R. Evam, J. M. Lloyd H. Lewis, A Watson," T. Yorke, W. J. Harries, D. il.iams, and Charlie Davies. Ammanford: Full-back, J. Leyshon; three-quartei i, B. T Jones- D. Llan Evans. Ike Jone,t, T. Jones; half-backs, Ivor Jones and A. Griffiths; forwards, D Lewis, T. J. Bowen, D. M. Rees, Stanley Davxes, Fred Jenkins, Dai Evans, George Rees, and Wilfred Lewu; L Ned Roberts, Llanelly, held the whistle. George Rees set the ball rolling, and play was taken tio the Quins half. Ammanford then started a passing movement and had very hard lines in not scoring. Samueb relieved with a kick. From a mark by a visitor much ground was gamed, and ih vi-dting forwards went away from the next scrum jjaidiicr play into the home territory. Ammanford aottin pressed, only to be forced back the next minute bv their opponents. J. M. Lloyd picked up in the loose, and his kick resulted m the visitors bringing off another bout of passing, which, but- 101 .Samuels, would have ended in a try. The visitors a-am pressed, and Dick Watson relieved. Amman- ford again went, away with a passing movement, but Tom Roberts intercepted, and breaking away, no paused to James Lewis, who knocked on, thu-. epoil- m» the homesters' chance of scoring. The visitors kicked to touch, and a bout of pasing by the backs nearly put Ike Jones over in the furthest* corner. The next minute they again got into motion Lie -Quins were awarded a free kick, and improved the.r potion by kicking into touch near midfield. Am iiuinford again brought off a bout of passing, and after some scrappy play George Rees scored amidst cheering of the numerous supporters of the visitors. The kick for goal failed. Play was now seen inside the home quarter, and A. Griffiths, who was tackled while in possesion of the ball, managed to put in his kick. and relieved matters. The 'Quins then m vaded tho visitors' ground, and J. Lewis started a bout of passing which almost ended in a score. Ex- citement ran high, but the homesters' stay near the visitors' line was of very brief duration, as the visiting octette carried play to the opposite 25. Ike Jones further .improved matters by kicking to toucn. The 'Quins started a bout of pa-sing, and afterwards play of a give and take character took place. Half- time score:—Ammanford, 1 try (3 points); Carmar- then Harlequins, nil. • Thf 'Quins restarted, and took play to the visitors' 25 but tbu Ammanford back soon relieved, and wpn away with a grand rush, after which they were penalised twice in succession. From a scrum Griffiths, having given the "dummy" to two of the homesters, nearly scored. Ammanford were awar- ded a penalty, but Ivor Jones failed with the kick. The Ammanites were penalised and Tom Roberts found touch near tho centre. The visitors then rushed to the other end, but their stay was short, a Samuels relieved with a love- y touch-finder. Am- manford now attacked hotly, but the defence was too secure. H. Thomas relieved, and took play to injdfield, and on to the 'Quins' 25, where the home- sters were penalised. Ivor Jones tried for goal, but he failed to steer fne ball between the uprights. Samuels again relieved with a fine kick. Amman- ford were awarded a free kick, and Ivor Jones, with a well-directed shot, put the leather over the cross-bar. After some exciting play the whistle went. leaving the Ammanites victorious. Final scoreAmmanford. 1 penalty goal, 1 try (6 points); Carmarthen 'Quins, nil. NOTES. A Jarge contingent of Amrc&nford supporters accompanied the team on Saturday, and gave their side great encouragement. The team hac. been noted this season for their brilliant passing. There was no doubt in the mind of anyone present which was the better team, and the visitors wen- deserved their victory. Fortune favoured the 'Quins, and tney were lucky in only being beaten by such » narrow ma. gin. The game opened in a reusttional WdY. s rum was formed near the centre, and Jiriflii I ieo;-ivii:» set the three's in motion, and Basil Jones, ser- jig trie defence too strong, threw the ball fully <)0 across. The right centre for Ammanford gathered beautifully, buHl his pass to his wimg was, unfor- tunately, forward. Had thjs movement oome off, it would have resulted in a score, the like of which had never been seen in Carmarthen before. ,Truly Ammanford, on their present form, are a team to be reckoned with, and the Ammanites have reason to be proud of them. They are thorough good sportsmen, and gave the spectators a grand exhibition of the Rugby code. They obtained possession of the ball from nearly every scrum. The fact that they only crossed th& line once, and that was by one of the forwards, speaks well for flhe defence that the 'Quins set up. The free kick given to Ammanford within ten yards of the post was not welcomed even by the visiting spectators. A scrum, I think, would have been fairer. Tne way the visiting halves and centre- gave the "dummy" was a treat. Leyshon, the visitors' ful1- back, played a sound game. The vÜdiIJg quartette, especially the wings, lacked finish. Samuels, the 'Quins' inside half, behind a beaten pack, played a magnificent* saving game. His touch- finding was a great help to his t'ide. As to Gwynne Lewis, I have seen him to better advantage. He was. inclined to get offside on Saturday. Watson, the 'Quins' custodian, played the game of life. He saved two certain tries by going low for his man. He wants to practice kicking with both legs, and ought to receive more encourage- ment. The 'Quins' quartette were simply defending all through the game with the exception of one bout of parsing, which nearly resulted in a score. The pick of them was. Tom Roberts and I. T. Davies. I prefer seeing H. Thomas in the centre than en the wing. He wants plenty of work, and he does not get it on the wing. A trial in the centre would show his merits. As for the 'Quins' forwards, they all played a good game. They were up against a pack a stone a man heavier. I noiriced one or two wingers in the pack on Saturday. Now, boys, honest scrum- maging. FERRYSIDE v. LAUGHARNE. The first encounter between the above teams took place at Laugharne on Saturday under moder- ate conditions. There was a fairly good crowd present when Mr. Dempster, to the accompaniment of loud cheering, kicked off for the homesters. rJ he game proved <b be of a rather uninteresting character throughout, scrambling being tho •rder of the day. The game was also marred by offside tactics, w.ith the homesters tne chief offenders. Ferryside led at half-tune by six point5 as tin- result of an unconverted try by Tom ai.) a di pped goal from a penalty by W. Parry (forwaiu). Laugkarne put up a better exhibition during the second half, and were at last rewarded with a score. One of their forwards notching a try from a forward rush. Edgar Smith failed to add the extra points. No further score was registered, and the final whistle blew leaving tlhe Ferry men victorious by six points to three. For Ferryside, A. Dyke, as usual, played a sterling game at full-back, and was of inestimable value to his side. Of the three- quarters J. John was the best. Halves were moder- ate. The pick of the forwards were Tom Bennett, W. Parry, D. T. Howells and T. Davies. On the home side the full-back played a safe game; Edgar Smith and W. Rowlands a} played good games in theitr respective positions. ASSOCIATION.—CARMARTHEN TRAINING COLLEGE v. CARDIFF COLLEGE. Continuing their tour the Cardiff College XI. en- countered the Carmarthen Collegians at the Park on Thursday in last week. The home team, particularly the forwards, gave a far superior dis- play. Carmarthen no time in asserting them- selves and from a centre kick by W. M. Jones, Bert Webb smartly sent the ball into the net. The home- ster continued to attack and before the interval Rouse had scored tftirce goals. Cardiff also scored through Percy Roes. In the .>-econd half Cardiff showed some improve- ment, but the defence of the home team was invulner able. Cardiff were unsuccessful with a free kick just outside fhe penalty area. Full-time score:— Carmarthen College, 4 goals; Cardiff University College, 1 goal. LAMPETER COLLEGE SCHOOL v. SWANSEA GRAMMAR SCHOOL. The above met at the Carmarthen Park on Wednesday. Mr. J. O. Morgan he'd the whistle. During the first half Lampeter kept their oppo- nents penned .in their own territory for a consider- able period. The game all through was of an nn TnYerosting nature, and the whistle v-as blown too often for sny of the teams to make any headway. Lampeter nad the best of matters all through the game, anl lost many chances in scoring. The:r for- wards were by far a heavier lot. In the t>eoond moiety Lampeter, by continual kicking and rushing, crossed the line on fuur occasions. Dunrig the begin- ning of the second half they made a mark near their opponent. 25, and D. B. Evans (centre) placed the ball over the uprights. The scorers were W. T. James, Griffith Williams. J. E. Price and Griffith Williams. Final score: Lampeter College School, 1 converted goal, 1 pena'ty goal, three tries (17 points;: Swansea Grammar School, ml.

UNIONISM IN WESJ CARMARTHENSHIRE. FARMERS ANXIOUS TO HEAR LAND POLICY. A series of meeaings, under the auspices of the South Wales Tariff Reform Federation, and in sup- port of the candidature of Mr. Alfred Stephens, the prospective Unionist candidate were concluded last week. On Thursday a meeting was held at the School, LLANPUMPSAINT, where the policy of the Unionist Party had not been publicly expounded for many years. Mr. D. Howells, Pantioiar. presided, and there was a good attendance. Mr. Wm. Griffiths, in Welsh, explained the principle of Tariff Reform, and Mr. Ivan Davies dealt with the establishment of credit banks, and the problem of housing in rural parts. Mr. H. J. Stokes, the Unionist Agent, spoke on Small Owner- ship, and on his facts with regards to Tryale small, holding application being questiond, threw out the challenge that he would pay a sovereign to the Car- marthenshire Infirmary if it was not true that the Carmarthenshire Small Holdings Committee had for five years been thrying to acquire three fields on Tryale farm, spending the ratepayers' money, and had not yet got possession of the land, providing his interrupter would do the same if the facts were correct*. The challenge was not accepted. The meeting was disturbed by a few Radicals who atten- ded for the purpose of interrupting, and creating a disturbance in order to prevent the beneficial pro- gramme of the Unionist Party being laid before the people, who are anxious for enlightenment. CROWDED MEETING AT FFYNONWEN. The first Unionist meeting ever held in the dis- trist took place on Friday night last at Ffynonwen Council Sohool, near Login, and the enthusiasm and interest evinced locally in the land policy of the Unionist Party was clearly demonstrated by the crowded gathering of solid voters, many of whom had journeyed miles to hear Mr. Wm. Gritffihs, a working-man, of Ferndale, who attended under the auspices of the South Wales Tariff Reform Federa- tion. The chair was occupied by Mr. Ivan Davies, of the National Union, who hails from the locality, and he was supported by the Unionist Agent for Westi Carmarthenshire (Mr. H. J. Stokes). Mr. Griffiths, who was well received, spoke in Welsh, and expounded the policy of Tariff Reform s or Fair Trade. He convincingly proved that by the adoption of this programme the farmers would unquestionably gain very material benefits. He completely dispelled the bogey that under Tariff Reform implements and machinery used in the farm- in sr industry would cosit them more. Mr. H. J. Stokes dealt with t'he subject of the Unionist policy of Smail Ownership of Land against the Radical policy of tenants under County Coun- cils. He maintained that the Welsh farmer had as much right, if not more, as the Irish farmer had to borrow money from the Government at a low rate of interest, payable over a period of years, to pur- chase right out the land he tilled. The Unionist Party gave that to Ireland where it had raised the peasants from misery to prosperity, and they were now anxious to extend it to Wales and England. He concluded by showing thtu, Small Ownership to be successful must be accompanied by co-operation, credit banks, and Tariff Reform, to bring about fair competition. The Chairman referred to the Unionist measures toi restore prosperity to the rural parts, including the Rural Housing Bill, which had been introduced into the House of Commons, out unfortunately would not become law until the Unionist Party were returned to power. He explained what a boon the Bill would be, not only to tfoe labourers, but the farmers. It provided them with good houses, with not) less than an eighth of an acre of garden, at a rental not to exceed 2s. per week. It was the only way to bring people back to the land, and rid the country of the wretched eyesores, called cottages, which labourers had to live in at present. The best part of this policy was, that, rather differ- ent the present Radical policy of placing hese burdens on farmers and the land, it provided that the whole of the expenditure on thi^scheme, over and above the 2s. per week rental, had to be borne by the Imperial Exchequer. He also explained the working of rural credit banks, which provided for a farmer or small owner borrowing money on his good character in times of distress, or difficulties arising through no fault of his own. Questions were invited, and many intelligent ones asked and answered, but all were confined to the land policy, which created a most favourable im- pression. otes of thanks were proposed to the speakers by the Chairman, which was .seconded by -Mr. E. James, Coedllys; and to the chairman by Mr. W. Griffiths, seconded by Mr. J. Jones, Rhydwen.

KIDWELLY NOTES. Very large congregations attended the quarterly servioes at the Parish Cnurch on Sunday last, when the Rev. Professor Hughes, M.A.. B.D., Carmar- then, was the special preacher. The scholarly ser- mons delivered by the rev. gentleman with great force and earnestness deeply impressed his hearers, who hope to have the privilege of again listening to his preaching at no distant date. There were numerous entries at the show held at the Town Hall and Market -place on Tuesday la,t, under the auspices of the Kidwlely Poultry and Cage Bird Society. We hope to g-vc a li-t of piize- w.i1l11t'rs next week. We offer our heartiest congratulations to Mr. A'.fred Stephens, J.P., Broomhill, on hits unopposed return to the County Council a." representative of the ancient borough. The absence of any opposition implies a well-desired compliment to Mr. Stephens, who will, we doubt not. give of his bed in the future as he has given .in the past, in the inverects oi his constituency. On Wednesday evening, the 26th ult., Mr. Ralph Fi,sher, ex-town postman, the recipient of the medal of the Imperial Service Order, which he had I been awarded for efficient service during his tenure of the post for 41 years The presentation was made at a public meeting held at the Town Hal'. when the Rev Gruffydd Evans, B.D., vicar, pre sided. Supporting him on the platform were Mr. F. Pullon, surveyor of the General Po-t Office for the South Wales District: Mr. R. M. Longland, assistant surveyor, and Mr. W. Phillips, postmaster, Llanelly. Included in the audience were M-ss Walters, postmistress ;Councillors Geo. Jones and Edmund Cole, ex-P.S. W. Jame*, and members of the local posta' staff. The Chairman at the outset cxpre-sed his re.gretl at the ah.-ence of tne Mavor (Mr. Geo. E. Bowen, J.P.), who was to nave pre- sided and read a letter of apology from the M ayoress, who explained that Mr. Bowen was indisposed, and .ongratulated Mr. Fisher on the honour that was to be cOllfprred on him. Tlw Vicar, in t'ae coiu.se of an interesting addrefS, spoke vary highly of Mr. Fisher in several capacities, as verge* sexton and care- taker of the Parish Church, well as postman.. He was especially faithful, and deserved the medal which he was to receive that evening. He wished Mr. Fisher long life to enjoy this mark of His Majesty's appreciation of his long and faithful ser vice (applause).—Mr. Pullcn explained that it was not correct to describe the medal a- a long service medal. Long service alone would not merit it. It was essential that the recipient should posse.s a clean record as WIi-" the case with Mr. Fisher. Hav- ing pinned the medal on Mr. IFiher.s breast, Mr. Pullcn cordially shook hands with him. and congra- tulated him on the honour he had obtained. It would be handed on 110 Mr. Fisher's successors,, who would look upon it as evidence of the King's appre- ciation of the faithful service of an ancestor (ap- plause).—Mr. W. Phillips was pleased to be present- to see honour conferred on one who had so well deserved it. The honour was enhanced by the medal being handed to Mr. Fiisher by Mr. Pull-en, whose presence added to the importance of the meeting (hear, hear). He referred to his axtended know- ledge of Mr. Fisher, with whom he had never nad occasion to find fault. All connected '.vith the Post Office who kne.w their guest, were delighted that he had been awarded the medal, and former po-r mistresses as well as the present one had testiaed to his genuineness and loyalty. He hoped Mr. Fisher would wear the medal on all .-nb occasions, and wished him peace and happiness tc the end of his days (applause).—Mr. Fisher, who wn- received with applause, briefly returned thanks, adding ) have done my best (applause). —Co i icillir Gto Jones added a few word" of congrat i i.tion to Tvlr Fisher, who was already missed from r< tmd> y the inhabitants, many of whom he had wakened ir. 1 the early nours of the morning by his merry voice (laughter). There was another reward ill store for Fisher when he removed hence, but he hoped the realization of that was far off (laughter and ap- plause). Mr. Phillips moved a vote of thanks to Mr. Pidlen for coming there at some inconvenience to do honour to an old postal servant. He felt the town was honoured by a visit from a gentleman of Mr. Fullen's position (applause*.—Miss Walters seconded, and the vote was carried with acclama- tion.—Mr. Pullen in acknowledging the vote taid he was glad to attend to do honour to such a faith- ful servant as Mr. Fisher. He would always be willing to pay the town another visit for the pur- pose of presenting the medal to any member of the postal staff who was qualified to receive it. Mr. Pullen in proposing a vote of thanks to the Vicar for presiding, and to the Mayor and corporation for the use of the hall, said he was sorry the Ma/or was unable to be present owing to ind its posit ion. Mr. Phillips seconded, and referred to the days when he and the Mayor were fellow football players. He should have liked to r?ee the Mayor present in his robe of office, but he hoped to have another oppor tunity at some future date. Tne vote having been duly accorded- the Vicar said, On behalf of myself and also the Mayor and Corporation, I thank you heartily." The singing of God save the King terminated a very interesting little ceremony.

LAMPETER NOTES. (By JACK). Before my notes of last week had been published, the Town Football Team had partly revived, and with the help of a few from the College School, and under the captaincy of the ROT. Tom Williams (of Llanelly and London Welsh fame) played a match against the College 1st XV. The College team has done exceedingly well this season, and had only lost two matches until they were hopelessly beaten in every department by the Rev. T. Williams' team. The game was not a great one to watch,, as players on both sides were apt to lose their tempers, and this, coupled with weak rcfereeing, spoilt. the match from the spectators' point of view. However, after a very hard game the College were beaten by 11 points to nil. Great disappointment was felt here at the non- fulfilment of the Bangor football fixture. but during the week the Cardiff U niversity teams visited Lam- peter, and the College were beaten in both hockey and Association. Local singers are doing well at present. Both at Alltyblacca and Aberayron, several prizes fell to the Lampeter representatives, and at Alltyblacca the Male Voice Choir was complimented by the adjudi- cator on its rendering of the male voice test piece. At Aberayron the champion, contralto, baritone and tenor solos were won by Mr. Johnny Evans, Miss Molly Jones, Messrs. E. Davies and Terwyn Davies respectively. The quartette competition also was decided in favour of Lampeter. As I remarked in my notes of last week, there is undoubted singing talent in Lampeter as the above results prove. A St. David's Day dinner was held last year and proved a great success, but thifc year nothing has been heard of it at, all. What can account for every movement falling through after a while in Lampeter? The work of laying out tennis oourts is now being proceeded with. The ground secured is part of the College field, with an entrance through the Nur- sery. It is hoped that the ground will be ready to start playing some time in May. The fishing season, which commenced on Saurday, has been eagerly looked forward to for a consider- able time, but after waiting, it seems hard that before persons can get any decent fishing, they have to pay a high price for permission, in addition to the licence. An effort was made to form a Fishing Association here, but I expect it has met the same fate as most other tlhings.

CWMBACfl. TEA PARTY.—The members of the C.M. Chapel held their annual tea party on Friday alternoon, the 28th ult. The tables had been beautifully decorated and were loaded with palatable dainties. Tea being over. all adjourned to the chape1, where a literary and competitive meeting were held, the Rev. D. Griffith*. Ainon. conducting, whilst the duties of the adjudicator were performed by the Rev. D. M. Davies, Llanon. SUNDAY SCHOOL.—The result of the oral Sunday School examination of t'he C.M. Churches, which was recently received, is extremely satisfactory to all concerned. The cate -hi^ts were the Rev. S. Evans and Mr. Phillips, Caruwthen. Appended are the names with the niimlier of marks each received the maximum being 100.—Rhodd Mam Mary A. Jones, Pantyderi, 99; Martha J. Evans. Penhenrhiw 99. George Thonvn, Llain, 99; Thomas. Llain, 98: Esther A .Morris. Trodfclin, 95: Tom D. E vans. Penhenrhiw, 92; Clarice Davie?, Ffynon- I felen, 82. Moses: Florrie Caroline Davies, Tvnewydd, 94; Johnny Thomas, TIalyi. 97: Mary Davies. Ffynonfe'en. 96: David J. Davies. Ffosyffin. n. 95: Catherine Morgan. Cilfforch. 95; Maggie Cordelia James. Mizpah. 93. Hvfforddwr Miss M. J. Thomas, Penrallt. 98: Miss Edith Evans, Fron, 98; Miss Martha A. Thomas, L'anwinio iFarm. 98; Miss Hannah Davies. Ffynonfelen. 98; Miss Hettie Evan, Cwmbacn Shop, 93.

NEWCASTLE-EMLYN. The report of several fishing cases at Troedyraur Petty Sessions are unavoidably held over. WONT INTERFERE. It is understood that Mr. T. Hubert Williams, Gwynfryn, has reoeived a reply from the Home Office respecting an appeal made with regards to the sentences passed in connection with the recent Newchapcl poaching cases. It is learnt thati the Home Office considered the circum- stances such that did not justify them in interfering wih the decision at the Assizes. PRESENTATION.—An interesting meeting was held at the National Schools, Newcastle Emlyn, on Satur- day lasft, for the purpose of making the presenta- tion of an illuminated address in a handsome gilt frame to Mr. A. H. Maurice, head-master of the Newcastle Emlyn National Schools, as due recogni- tion of the valuable services he had rendered for the last twenty-two years to the local branch of the National C nlon of Teachers in The capacity of trasurer. Directly Mr. Maurice sent in his resigna- tion, the members of the Association deemed it their bounden duty to testify in a suitable manner their appreciation of his services, and their acknow- ledgment took the form of an illuminated address as above decribed. The chair was occupied by Mr. Jones, Bryn Saron Council School, and there were also present MleSsrs. Eljas, RhydVewis; Thomas, Pontshaen; Jones, Tycroes; Jenkins, Trewern: Evans, Llandyssul, and Miss Davies, Rhydlewis.— The Chairman in opening the proceedings highly extolled Mr. Maurice's- yeoman ser- vice in the aforesaid capacity of treasurer for such a long period and greatly lamented the fact that he had resigned his post. He felt sure that as treasurer Mr. Maurioe was par excellence, being always courteous, obliging, and indefatigable in pursuit of his duties. Furthermore, he was glad that the Association had been convinced ofits indebtedness to Mr. Maurice and had decided to show proper acknowledgment. Messrs. Elia.t, Rhydlewis: Jones. Tregroes; Thomas, Pontshan. and Evans, Llan- dyssul, also spoke in warm terms of the great esteem and respect they entertained for their late treasurer, and they all felt proud of being able to flhus express their thanks to him and to present him with an address on which was inscribed their heartfel gratitude. The Chairman then called upon Miss Davies, Rhydlewis, who, in the unavoidable absence of Miss Oliver, Bryn Council Cchool, made the presentation in a neat speech—the address being as follows:—"National Union of Teaohers-Llan- dyssul and Newcastle Emlyn Branch—To Mr. A. Heber Maurice. The Executive of the National Union of Teachers, and your fellow members of the Llandyssul and Newcastle Emlyn Teachers' Association desire on the occasion of your retire- ment from the post of treasurer of that Association, to record their high appreciation of the valuable services which you rendered to the cause of educa- tion and educator. During your twenty-two years' term of office in the Association, your devoted and successful labours have abundantly deserved the honourable recognition which we hereby desire to convey, and are asking you to accept this expression of esteem and gratitude. The Executive and the Association earnestly wish you health, happiness, and God-speed." Signed on behalf of the local Association D. Jenkins, Velindre, President, and T. Evans, Llandyssul, Secretary, Mr. Maurice warmly thanked them for their kind appreciation of his efforts as treasurer of the Association for the twenty-two years he had the pleasure of serving them, and appreciated the address, not as much for its intrinsic value, but for the kind and generous feeling that prompted this movement of theirs. In giving a retrospect of the doings of the Association for the last twenty-two years, he pointed out with infinite pleasure that the members during that period had been greatly augmented, and now the Association could boast that all teachers included in this district with one or two exceptions had their names enrolled on the N.U.T. books. In concluding he paid a warm tribute of gratitude to the Secre- tary, Mr. T. Evans, who had given him most- va! -,ble assistance, whose prompt attention to his duties, and the business-like manner in which they were conducted were great factors towards facilita- ting the duties of treasurer. TIVYSIDE FOXHOUNDS.—A meeting of the Tivyside Hunt Committee was held at the Salutation Hotel on Friday afternoon when the question of master- ship of the hounds was discussed. Mr. W. Roch, Plasybridell (brother of Mr. W. Roch, M.P.,) has kindly consented to act as master, and the hounds and horses will be stabled at Glandovan. It is understood that extensive alterations will be made at the latter place for their reception. COUNTY COUNCIL ELECHJON.—On Friday evening an enthusiastic meeting was held at the Cawdor Hall in support of Mr. Roy Evans's candidature for the County Council Eelection to-morrow (Saturday). Mr. Henry Davies occupied the chair. Mr. Evans delivered a very able address, maintaining that County Council elections had no connection with party politics. The duties of a County Council was to administer the affairs of the County and the laws which Parliament made. If the speaker administered an Act of Parliament he would have no option of bringing his own personal views into play. He referred to his opponent (Mr. John Lewis) as one who had been a member of the Carmarthenshire County Council since its inception and had all the honours which a loving County could bestow upon him. The speaker passed on to refer to the Small Holdings Act, the administration of which he severely criticised.—A similar meeting was held at Cenarth on Saturday. This one was also a very well attended and enthusiastic gathering. Mr. Lewis will have more than he can probably do to obtain his seat, as there i, a growing popularity in favour of Mr. Roy Evans, whose exposures of the methods of the County Council, and its extravagance utter failure under present conditions, are opening the eyes of the electors as to how their money is being squandered.

LLANGELER. EISTEDDFOD.—On Friday last a very tuccessful eisteddfod was held at the National Scnoolroom, Capt. Lewes. Plasgeler, presiding, and the Rev. Eynon Hughes, Tre'cch, conducting. The adjudica- tor." were:—Music, Professor Parry, A.R.C.M.; poetry, Rev. D. Ambrose Jones, M.A., Manordoifi; recitations, Rev. Ambrose Jonets and Mr. D. Jenkins, C.M., Velindrc; prize bags, etc., Misses Morgan, Graig, and Davies, Maesyrhaf Accompanists, Mias Clara. Jones. A.T.C.L., Derw Mills, and Mr. D. Jenkins, Velindre; treasurer, Mr. Tom James, Llwynpur; secretaries, Messrs E. D. Jones, Court Mili, and Evan Thomas, Penpwll, who performed their arduous, tasks in a highly efficient manner. The awards were as follows.:—M.iixed choir: Led by Mr. Arthur Prvse Davits. Male voice: Led by Phi.! Phillips, Velindre. Children' choir; Led by Harry Evans, Velindre. Quartette: Led by Ben Davies, Drefach. Duett (tenor and bass) Harry Davies, Pensarn. and Michael Davies, Llangeler. Duett (soprano and contralto) Misses Jones. Canton, and Jcannie Jones, Llandyssul. Soprano solo: Miss Jeannie Jones, Llan- dy.MSul. Contralto solo: Miss E .Jones, Canton, Llandyssul. Tenor solo: D. Evans, Pantywenol, Velindre. Baritone solo: Michael Davies, Llangeleu. Cornet solo: Harry Evans, Velindre. Solo for girls [ under 15: Sarah J. Lewis, Tynewydd, Maesllyn. Solo for boy- under 15: 1. Tom Jones, Penrhiwfawr, Penboyr; 2, Tom Jones, Soar, Llangeler. Solo (children under 1Ci: 1, Johnny Lloyd, Blaenllain; 2. M. A. Evans, Ge'er Villa 3, Annie Jones, Pen- •graig, Llangeler. Action -;ougv Sarah J. Lewis. Tynewydd, Maesllyn. Penillion: Teglo'r Cryd." Stanza: D. Davies, Llanfyrnach. Essay: D. T. Edwards, Council School, Cwmduad. Sentence. J. Rees Da\ Ve'.indre National School. Walking- stick: Thos. Davies, Parkygros, Velindre. Recita- tion (children over 10): 1, Hannah M. Jones, Llan. dyssul; 2. Katie Jones, Gwrfach View. Recitation: (children under 15): 1, Ceinwen Joriek3, Llangeler; 2, Annie Hughes, Penbanke. Open recitation: Mr,. Jones, Rosehill, Llangeler. Crochet silk tie: Mrs. Jones, Rosehill, Saron. D'oyky Lizzie Davies, Tan- ralltddu. Llangeler. Prize bag: Miss Davies, Station- road, Newcartle-Emlyn.

LLANGADOCK. ST. DAVID'S Cl.UB.-Thi., club has been often erroneously referred to as a public institute, and we wish to emphasise that it is a private club, and is organised exclusively for its own members. AURICCLTUBAL CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY.—The annual general meeting was held at the Backway School- room on Friday last. The balance-sheet of the society was discussed, and the members expressed their gratification that it showed a decided increase in the annual turnover, which speak. very highly of the loyalty and interest taken in the co-operative movement, by the farmers of the district. Mr. E. P. Lloyd, Glansevin Villa, was unanimously re- elected president of the society. MABT.—Messrs. J. Davies and Co., auctioneers, Llandovery and Llangadock, conducted their bi- weekly mart at t'he Red Lion Yard on Tuesday. Despite the inclemency ef ihe wither 1 IT ailend- ance of butchers, dealers, etc, v.i.s t-r.d, "here were buyers present iroin I an, By, Swansea Gian- amman. Brynamman. Am.naniord, Byi a, Po: tar- dulais, Gowerton, Llandilo and the n< :j.!lib--iuir.g districts. Cows with fetched fr i-n i .°. to £ 18; fat cattle met wuh leadv p:irc.'nsers at 116 and upwards ;sheep, f!o?i tc J5; p.rker3, h2 to £ 5; calves, C3 to £ S

ABERNANT. EISTEDDFOD.—A very successful chair eisteddfod was held (in a spacious marquee, which had been hirod for the occasion from Mr. George James, Crown Stores,( Carmarthen), ati the above place on the 27th ult. The interesting competitions and the valuable prizes offered brought together the largest crowd ever witnessed in the district. The large crowd was kept in splendid order by the Rev. Eynon Hughes, Trelooh, as conductor. The adjudicators for the eveniRg were: Music, Mr. D. Jenkins, C.M., Velindre; recitations, etc., Rev. J. M. Evans. Merthyr; and prize bags, Miss Davies, Cloth Hall, Carmarthen. The duties of accompanists were ably carried out by Miss Job, Conwil, and Miss A. C. Jones, A.L.C.M., Llanpumpsaint; while Mr. T. Thomas, Posty Isaf, acted as treasurer; the secretarial duties being discharged in an excellent manner by Mr. W. D. Hughes. Much interest was centred during the evening on the chairing of the hard, who turned out, to be Mr. D. G. Evana, C.M., Conwil. He was chaired midst much en- thusiasm by Mr. W. D. Hughes. The following is a list of the awards:—Recitation for children under 10: 1, Trevor Evans, Henfwlch; 2, Mary Lewis, Bankyras. Solo for boys under 15: 1, Benj. Scour- field, Conwil Elvet. Solo for children under 10: 1, Mary Lewis; 2, Lettice Williams. Berthlwyd. Reci- tation for children under 15: 1, divided between Sophia Williams, New Lodge, and S. A. Griffiths, Penrallt. Solo for girls under 15: 1, Rosa Rowlands, Penalltiwan, Mydrim. Solo for those who have not been successful before: Mr. David Evans, Cwm- duad. Alto solo: Miss May Davies, Conwil Elvet. Duet (tenor and bass): Messrs. D. C. Davies and Joe Phillips, Bancyfelin. Soprano solo: Miss Alice Soourneld, Conwil Elvet. Essay: Rev. J. B. Jones, Abernant. Duet (soprano and alto): Miss Davies, Bancyfelin. and friend. Recitation (open): Divided between Miss Bowen, Talog, and Mr. Dan Thomas, Parkowm. Carmarthen. Pennill: Mr. Sidney Smith, Conwil TIvet. Tenor solo: Mr. Joe Phillips, Dover, Merthyr. Love letter: Mr. W. D. Hughes, Green- field, Conwil Elvet. Bass solo: Mr. D. C. Davies, Bancyfelin. Quartette (four parties competed): Mr. David Smith, Conwil, and friends. Octette (three parties): Mr. J. Phillips, Talog, and friends. Chil- dren's Choir: There was considerable interest in this competition, the three parties competing were: Talog (conductor, Mr. A. Davies, Tessant), Merthyr (Mr. Evans, schoolmaster), Abernant (Mr. Enoch Davies, Trallwn). The competition was a very keen one, and the prize was awarded to Merthyr. Prize bags: Mrs. Evans. Greenfield. Conwil Elvet. The keenest competition of the evening was on the Chief Choral. The test piece was "Y Boreu," for which a prize of B2 2s., and a silver cup, kindly given by Mrs. Thomas, ironmonger, Carmarhen, was offered. Five choirs appeared on the stage in the following order:—Talog (conductor, Mr. Daniel Jones. Dinas), Merthyr (Mr. Willitams, Berthlwyd), Conwil (Mr. W. D. Hughes, Greenfield Villa), Abernant (Mr. Griffiths, Godrecynnen), and Bwlchnewydd (Mr. Dd. Davies, Goitrefach). In giving his adjudication, Mr. Jenkins said it had been a battle royal between the choirs with the standard of the singing very high. It was one of the finest and keenest competi- tions he had ever listened to. Although a very keen competition, he had no hesitation in awarding the prize to Talog. The decision was received with tremendous cheers.

NEW QUAY. Fox HUNT.—The Neuaddfawr Foxhounds met last Monday at Cross Inn, New Juay. There was a good attendance of both mounted and foot men present. The Cefngwiddyl Wood was drawn blank, and then a move was made for Penllwybyr, where Reynard was soon afoot and run to earth. Heavy hafod; John G. Richards, Maesteg; John Hughes, rain was falling at this time, so brer fox was left in peace, and reserved to be taken in pieces on some future occasion. ARMY AIRMAN.—We are glad to note that of the five army airmen, who left Farnborough last week on a flight to Montrose, the first to arrive in Edin- burgh was Capt. Longcroft, son of Mrs. Longcroft, Llanina, New Quay. Capt. Longcroft has been for some time distinguishing himself as a most capable airman, and we hope he wi!l live long to mount higher and higher in the service of his country. NEW ROAD.—Tne -elect committee appointed by the County Council to inspect the proposed New Road went over the ground, on Saturday last, in company with the Surveyor. FcsERAL.-The funeral of Miss Idriisyn Jones, whose death we chronicled in our last issue, took place Thursday last. A funeral service waa held at Llanllwchaiarn Church, when the Rev. E. Lloyd, B.A., officiated. The cortege then proceeded to LlAD. dyssiiio, where the burial took place. The chief mourners were her three brothers, two of whom are clergymen of the Established Church, and the other a retired Congregational minister. The coffin was of un-polished oak with brass fittings, it was covered with beautiful wreaths sent by admiring friends.

LLANDYSSUL. PNESEXTATION.—A very interesting meeting was held in the Postmaster's Office last Thursday, when Mr. Pullen, the head surveyor for South Wales district, presented Mr. Evan Rees, ex-rural postman, Llanybyther to Cribyn, with the Imperial Service Medal and Certificate signed by the Postmaster- General (Mr. Herbert Samuel), for faithful service of nearly 31 years on the same route. Mr. Pullen, who had come specially to decorate Mr. Rees, ad- dressed the staff. Mr. Rees suitably returned thanks to Mr. Pulley and the Head Postmaster (Mr. Price) for all the kindness and consideration shewn him. Mr. Price proposed" a vote of thanks to Mr. Pullen. Mr. J. W. Davies, representing the indoor staff, seconded, and Mr. Jim Jones, on behalf of the uniform staff, supported the vote. A large number of his (Mr. Rees') comrades attended in uniform to show their esteem for him, and at the close of the ceremony the National Anthem was sung by Mr. W. Evans, "cyclist postman." We hope Mr. Rees will long live to wear his medal and- enjoy his pension and a well-deserved rest.

LLANWNEN. EISTEDDFOD.—The annual tea party and eistedd- fod was held at the above place on the 26th ult. The splendid tea was given by Miss Jones, Tvdwgi, and Miss Jiones, Drefach Farm, Llanwnen, and laid out on prettily decorated tables, over which the ladv members of the congregation presided. In the evening an eisteddfod was held, the Rev. John Davies (minister) presiding. The conductor was Mr. J, T. Lewis, C.M., Pencarreg. The secretarial duties were carried out by Mrs. Martha Evans, Ffoshelig, Alltyplacca, whilst/ the treasurer was Miss H. Williams, Ffinant Cottage, Alltyplaca. The ad- judicators were: Music, Mr. Dan Jones, F.T.S.C., Cross Hands, Llanelly; recitation, Revs. D. Spenoer Jones. B.A., Aberduar, Llanybyther, and David Evans, Cwmiago. and Mr. T. Oswald Williams (Ap Gwarnant); poetry, Mr. T. Gwarnanfc Williams; ac- companist, Miss Thomas, Market Place, Llany- bvther. The following is the list of winners:— Champion solo: Divided between Messrs. David Rees, Glantalog, Pencader, and Evans, Tyngwndwn, Dihewid. Male quartette: Lampeter, conducted by Evan David Davies, Cambrian-street. Bass solo: 1, David Rees, Glantalog, Pencader. Walking stick: 1, Jenkin Jones. Penybont, Llanwnen. Riding stick: 1. Josuah Harris, Pantionen. Wit: Divided between John Jones, Cwmmanne, Lampeter, and Johnny Thomas, TrelINWn, Llanwnen. Tenor solo: 1, D. Rees, Pencader. Dialogue: 1, E. Morgan I' Evans, Glanrafon, Cribyn, and friend. Recitation (under 16): 1, Mary Jane Davies, Baily Bedw, Llan- wenog. Soprano solo: 1. Unis Davies, Mill-street, 1 Lampeter. Mixed quartette: 1, Lampeter, conduc- tor, L. Terwvn Davies and friends. Baritone solo: D. Rees. Pencader. Open recitation: 1, D. Rhys Williams, Llanwnen. Collar, made of binder twine after being in use: 1, William Jenkins, Clyn- mherin. Male Voice Party: 1, Lampeter, conductor, I Mr. David Davies, Harford-row. Pair of lines, made out of binder cord after being in use: 1, Wm. Jenkins. Clynmherin. Ladle: W. Jenkins, Clyn- mherin. Chief Choral: Llanybyther. conductor, Miss Howells, Llysfaen Shop. Solo, under 16 years: Unis Davies, Mill-street, Lampeter. Finale. "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau."

NANTGAREDIG. DEATH OF MR. WM. HOWELL.-A large number of our readers will regret to hear of the sudden death of Mr. William Howell, which took place on Saturday last, March 1st, at the residence of his brother, Mr. Howell Howell, Tanerdy Farm, Nant- garedig. His death has caused considerable grief among his numerous friends in and around the dis- trict. It is generally known that the deceased gentleman had had to bear the burden of ill-health for many years, and it is also known that he bore it with Christian fortitude. William Howell was born on the 26th of April, 1860, he being the third son of the late Thoma.- and Sarah Howell, of Taifan- isaf, Abernant. Carmarthenshire. He leaves to mourn his loss three brothers—Mr. Howell and Henry Howell, of Tanerdy Farm, and Mr. Thomas I Howell, of Godor Farm, Nantgaredig. The funeral took place on Tuesday last at Mydrim Church, followed by a large concourse of people. "Heddwoh i'w lwch hyd foreu vr adgyfodiaa." followed by a large concourse of people. "Heddwoh ïw lwch hyd foreu yr adgyfodiaa." •

I CANADIAN GOVERNMENT t LECTURE A A Illustrated with Limelight Vievps, WILL HE GIVRN BY Mr. W. GRIFFITH (Canadian Government Representative) IN THE SALE ROOM IVY BUSH ROYAL HOTEL, CARMARTHEN, At 1.30 p.m., SATURDAY,MARCH 8th ADMISSION FREE. Chairman HIS WORSHIP THE MAYOR OF CARMARTHEN For further particulars apply to the Canadian Government Emigration Agent. ADRIAN COURT, CSK, MOM.

LAMPETER. THE RAILWAY STATION.-fiaO extension of the platforms has been started, and when completed wilt be a great boon, as they are much too short for the traffic, and totally inadequate for long trains. We hope this is only the beginning of a series of im- provements which are so much needed at this busy station, the chief of which is a bridge across from one platform to another. COUNTY COUNCIL ELECTION.-As predicted, no one came forward to contest against Mr. Harford for a. seat on the County Council for the borough, as they knew it would be a hopel venture. ■SOAR CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOUR SOCIETY.—A meeting of this society was held on Friday evening, .when Mr. i C. Davies, Redhill, presided. The chairman hav- ing made a few appropriate remarks, called upon Mr. Thomas Evans, Market-street, to read a paper on "• Dewi Sant. and the subject wass excellently treated by Mr. Evan?,, who had evidently taken pains and care in its composition. Addresses were eubsc- quently delivered by the foLowing:—Messrs. Emrys Jones, solicitor; J. T. Richards, Tom Davies, Rev. E. Davies, Mr. J. T. James (secretary,) and Masters Eric Rvans and Gwilym Hughes. Miss Elsie Rees and Mr. Timothy Richards recited appropriate pieces of poetry, and a very pleasant evening was tpent. Such societies as the above are very beneficial to the young, as they have opportunities to become public (speakers, and to form worthy careers as citizens. ST. DAVID'S COLLEGE. Tho boys of the College School celebrated the Welsh Patron Saint's Day in the true and proper spirit. At 9 o'clock Saturday morning, they all met in the school hall, and after prayers the hymns, Pwy yw rhai'n fe.l ier y nefoedd, and Braint, braint yw cael cymdeithaa 8 J da r saint, were sung. Then a varied programme of Welsh songs was gone through, the words sung being full of national and patriotic spirit. Needless to add that the melodies were old Welsh airs, the boys' favourites being Ar hyd y nos," Glaa Medd'dod mwyn," L-vyn Onn," 'Dydd Gwyi. Dydd Gwyl Dewi, Lili Ion," and Hob y deri dando." The musical part of the programme waa entrusted to Mr. W. Lewis (Arfryn), the well-known and capable conductor, who carried out everything in a satisfactory manner as usual. Hen Wlad fy Nhadau was sung in characteristic fashion, and the English National Anthem brought the enthusiastic proceedings to a cloee. FoOTBALL.-On tFridav, an exciting match was played under Association rules between teams from St. David's College and Dowlais C.E.M.S. Ideal weather favoure-d tne event, and a large crowd lined the ropes. Lampeter early pressed, and with better combination would have scored on several occasions. William Evans scored for the homesters. Dowlais equalised, and a good contest ended in a draw.— one goal ea.ch.-Bangor University College team was to have appeared here on Saturday, but, at the last moment, a wire was received stating tnat the visitors were unable to make the journey from Aberystwyth, where they had played on Friday. WHITE CROSS LEAGUE.—A service for women in connection with this league was held at St. Peter 8 Church at 5 p.m.. and for men at 8 p.m., on Thurs- day evening, when addressee, were delivered by the Rev. B. F. Cartwright, M.A., who attended on behalf of the parent society. DEPARTURE OF P.C. SELW OOD.-The townspeople generally view with regret the impending departure of P.C. Selwood, who by his devotion to duty has endeared himself to all. The inhabitants of Pont- riiydfendigaid and district will find in Mr. Selwood a firm and painstaking officer, one who will com- mand their respect and devotion, and we in Lam- peter will miss one who tempered justice with mercy. May his future career bo a prosperous one is our wish. INFANTS' SCHOOL.—The following programme was gone tnrough at the Infants' School on St. David's ^ily .—Addresses by the Mayor, Rev. E. Evans, and Councillor W alter Davies chorus, Bachgen bach o Gymru,; recitation, Mies M. E. Evans. assistant teacher; penillion singing, Miss S. L. Jones, assistant teacher; recitations by children; "God bless the Prince of Wales," "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." and God Save the King." PRESENTATION.—On Friday last Miss B. Davies. a member of the school staff at the Coedmore Coun- cil School, Ram, was the recipient of presents from the staff and pupils, and from the headma.ster of the school. The headmaster (Mr. Griffith Davies) spoke of the goodwill and respect which they, the staff and pupils, felt towards hor. They were very sorry to lose her valuable services after eight years of good work. Miss Davies thanked them most sincerely for the lovely presents they had given her, and she would always appreciate them.—Mr. Sam Davies said that as a memb erof the staff he regret- ted that Miss Davies' connection with the Echool had come to an end. He could say that he had noticed what good influence Miss Davies had fiMIl the tone of the school. The children also showed their respect to her because they had all given to- wards the presents. Miss Evan, expressed the loss she felt at losing so good a colleague and friend. Mr. Ernest Davies, Vel.indre, al-o spoke, remarking that tho h-p'endid silver tea service presented by the children and staff of the school, and the silver egg- stand presented by the headmaster, were tokens of the great regard and affection which they all had for their teacher and colleague.

LLANYBYTHER. MILITARY APPOINTMENT.—The following notice in the London Gazette, dated 21st, u^. feth (City of London) Battalion, the London Regiment (Rifles) —William Hughes to be second lieutenant, dated 8th Jebruary, 191" The 6th is a regiment of consider- able standing, and has for honorary colonel Fieftl- Marshal Ear! Roberts, V.C., K.G., K.P., G.C.B.. O.M., G.C..S.I.. G.C.E.T., V.D., and is at present commanded by Lieutenant-Colonel G. D. M. Mooee. Mr. Hughes is well known in Llanybyther. being the youngest ison of Mr. and Mrs. D. Hughes. Highmead Hotel. We are sure his many friends will join with us in wishing hint every success.

RHYDLEWIS. COUKTY COUNCIL ELECTION.—The election on Satur- day promises to be of an exciting nature. as the two candidates—Mr. D. Davies. Dolaugwerchyll (Ihe present member), and Mr. T. Davies, Bronwion (an ex.memlber)-are very popular. Much interest ia manifested in the eontest. OBITUARY.—On .Saturday the funeral took place of Mr. E. PowelL the Post Office, whose death occurred on the previous Wednesday, at the age of 87. The mortal remains were interred at Twrgwyn burial ground, the Rev. J. Groen, and Rev. Dan Evams officiating. Deceased leaves a widow to mourn hia lose.

HUNTING APPOINTMENTS The Carmarthenshire Foxhounds will meet oa Tuesday, the 11th inst.. at Gellywen Cross Roads, and on Friday, the 14th inst., at Bankyfelin; eaoh day at 11.15 a.m. The Neuaddfawr Foxhounds will meet on Mon- day, the 10th inst., at Hafod Cross Roads, and on Thursday, the 13th inst., at Castell Howel Arms? cach day at 10.30 am. The Tivy-side Foxhounds will meet on Monday, the 10th inst., atr Aberbank, and on Thursday, the 13th inst., at Cenarth; each day at 11 a.m.