The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

SOCIETY AND PERSONAL The Countess Cawdor has been appointed church- warden of the Parish Church of Shottermill, Surrey. Mi-s Peel, Danyrallt, has returned from the SuNth of France, where she has been staying for some time. Mr. and Mrs. B. Evans, Llanfair Grange, are now abroad, and it is sincerely to be hoped that the change will prove beneficial to their health. In commemoration of the christening ceremony, Miss Margaret Stepney Howard has presented the it Watcyn Morgan, vicar of the parish of Llan- elly, with a beautiful silver casket in the form of an inkstand.

MR. FRANK DAViES heads the final law pass list. lie is the son of Mr. James Davies, late of Towy Works, Carmarthen. WILL.—Mr. Wm. Williams, of the Forge, other \vi~e Kfailnewydd, Llandilofawr, Carmarthenshire, who died on January 28th, left estate to the gross value of JB637, of which E615 is net personality. RAINFALL RECORDS.—At Golden Grove Gardens: March 26th, 0.00 inches; March 27th, 0.00; March 28th, 0.15; March 29th, 0.32; March 30th, 0.16; March .st, 0.00; April 1st, 0.40; total, 1.03.-F. Su rman. CAPTAIN and Mrs. Colquhoun, of Swansea, cele- brated their golden -wedding to-day (Friday). They were married in Canada fifty years ago. Capt. Colquhoun, previous to leaving for Swansea, was a superintendent in the Carmarthenshire Constabu- lary, and resided at the Parade, Carmarthen. WEDDING.—On Wednesday in last week a very pretty wedding was solemnized at St. James's, Pad- dington, the contracting parties being Mr. Edward Small, of Buckingham, and Mrs. Aubrey Lewis, Alltygog, Carmarthen, daughter of the late Mr. Phikipp Williams. DEATH.—It is with deep regret that we have to chronicle the death of an old native of Carmarthen, itt the person of Mrs. Maria Griffiths, wife of Mr. Henry Griffiths. 3204, Carroll-avenue, N.W., Cleve- land, Ohio, U.S.A. Deceased and her husband left Wales for the States about 27 years ago. She leaves a sorrowing husband, four sons and three daughters to mourn their loss. The deceased is a sister-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, 60, Little Water-street, Carmarthen, and Mrs. Nicholas, 3, Little Water street, Carmarthen. The funeral took place pn March 17th. 4TH BATT. THI WELSH REGIMENT.—(E Company.— (), (]er.s for the week ending Saturday, the 12tli April, 1913 :Officeri on duty, Lieut. A. S. Williams; company orderlies, Lance-Sergt. James, Lance-Cor poral Davies. Monday: Company drill, 7.30 p.m. drill order: recruits' drill, 7.30 p.m., plain clothes. Tuesday: Company \.In"], 2.30 p.m., drill order. Wednesday: Recruits' drill, 7.30 p.m., plain clothes. Friday: Recruits' drill, 7.30 p.m., plain clothes.— By order, J. F. de Rees, Capt., commanding E. Co. 4th Welsh Regiment, Carmarthen. CARMARTHENSHIRE INFIBMARY.—The Secretary begs respectfully to acknowledge the receipt of the fol lowing:— £ 3 17a., from Christ Church, Carmarthen; 2. from A Grateful Patient B5 3s. from the Tabernacle Baptist Chapel, Carmarthen; £ 2 5s. 6d. from Llandilo and Llandyfeisant Churches; B2 2s. from Mr. Leon Vint; L5 8s. 10s. from" Anon. E3 5s. from St. Mary's Church, Whitland; periodi- cals from Mr. H. James, Bridge-street; Mr. W. S. G. Morris, Ystradwral't, and Mrs. Gwynne-Hughes, Glancothy, and Miss Peel, Danyrallt. -SUCCESS.—The many friends of Mr. Jack Lewis, the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter D. Lewis, Hamilton House, Lammas-street, Carmarthen, will be pleased to learn that he has just gained his certi- ficate of chief engineer at Lindsey's Engine Com- pany. Southampton. Mr. Lewis, who served his indentures at Nevill's Foundry, Llanellv, has rince been engaged as engineer under the Royal Mad Company, and in that capacity he travelled al! the world over on that company's liners. His success is all the more creditable when it ;s considered that he i<s only 25 years of age. FANCY DRESS BALL.—A fancy dress ball was held in connection with the Carmarthen Quadrille Class at the Assembly Rooms on Thursday last, which proved to be a very successful one, and the most enjoyable dance of the year. About 50 ceuples being present. The room was tastefully decorated, under the supervision of Mr. E. Phillips. Dancing commenced at 7.45 and was kept up until 2 a.m. During the interval Miss Jennie Jones, of Llandyssul. a winner of several eisteddfod prizes, rendered solos, which were greatly applauded- The tables were well looked after by Mrs. Davies and Mrs. Jones. Mr. Edwin Phillips as M.C. and the hon. secretary, Mr. J. Meredith Williams as the organisers, ful- filled their duties to the satisfaction of all. An ex- cellent programme of music was provided by Mr. T. ft. Puddicombe (at the piano) and Messrs. Jones's String Band. OBITFARY.—It is this week our painful duty to record the death of a highly esteemed resident, in the person of Mr. Evan Daniel Thomas, Home Cot tfise. A-bergwil'i. The deceased, who was 20 years of a.ge. was employed at the Rhosmaen Colliery. Brynamman. The funeral, which was largely atten- ded. took place at Abergw'li Church, the Rev. 1). J. Evans (curate) officiating at the house, whi'st the Rev. T. Thomas (v-icur) officiated at the graveside. The following arc the chief mourners:—Mr. and Ir. Thomas, Home Cottage. Abergwili (father and mother); Dd. J. Thomas. Ed. Thomas. G. Thomas. R. Mary Thomas. Home Cottage, Abergwili (brothers and «-i>-ters): I'. Jones. 3. Thompson's terrace. Llandilo (uncle) Edward Thomas. Tre- harris. Glam. (uncV; Mrs. Morgans. Newport (aunt): Miss .Tones. Penrh'lol. Llanpumpsamt (aunt)-. All Jones Lhuulyssul (cousins); Miss Jenkins. Llandilo (cousin). Beautiful wreaths were sent by the followingFrom his sorrowing family: Mr. M. Rees and Mr. R. T. Thomas: from his fellow work men at the Rhosnman Collierv. Brynnmman; from his late fettow workmen of Cwmamman Colliery. Brynamman from his young- friends of Rrvnamnian Mr. and Mrs. Thomas. Glvnderwen. Brynnmman; Mr. nnd Mrs. Thomas, \lbion House. Carmarthen, and Miss Jenkins, Llandilo. The fami'y wish to take this opportunity of thankina those who tiv-n patbised with them in their sad bereavement. WELSH FIELD COMPANY—ROYAL ENGINEERS.— Carmarthen Section.—Orders for week ending April 12th, 1913:-011icN on duty, Capt. J. Francis: N.C.O. on duty C.S.M. A. R. Davies; orderly corporal, Corporal T. Hughes; orderly trumpeter, Trumpeter A. Duokfiold. Monday: Engineering; 7.30 p.m. Tuesday: Recruits' drill, 7.30 p.m. Wednesday: Infantry training, 7.30 p.m. Thursday: Judging distance practice, 2.30 p.m. Saturday: Judging distance practice, 2.30 p.m.—Notice: Members who are not re-engaging are requested to return their uniform as early us possible.—(Signed) John Francis, Capt., Welsh (Field Co., R.E. ANNIVERSARY AT ZION.-The Rev. Gwilym Ed- wards, M.A., received a most hearty welcome to his old "Charge' on the occasion of the Sunday School anniversary by large congregations that gathered to hear him in .the morning and evening of last Sun- day. The rer. gentleman has greatly improved his pulpit power since his departure from Carmarthen in April, 1911. In the afternoon a united service of the four English Nonconformist Sunday Schools was held at Zion. at which the Rev. Gwilym Ed- wards vividly illustrated by many suitable stories tiie power of "Habits.' YOUNG PIANIST'S Success.—At the Narberth eis teddfod held on Easter Monday, Master Howard Rees, son of Mr. D. Jeremy Rees, Clifton House, Car- marthen, carried off the prize in the junior piano forte solo. Howard, who is only nine year,, of age, was highly praised by Dr. Thomas, Swansea, for his brilliant, performance. Dr. Tii,iiiias in his adju dication ,tat(,d: -No 3, Howard, had a beautiful touch, and played with accuracy and good phrasing. He played with more expression than the other 10 competitors, but was careful not to overdo it. He was the only one who understood the meaning of the word joças(' and this accounted for his bright and lively execution. I have no hesitat-on in award- ing the prize to Howard, who was a brilliant little player from beginning to end. and is a great credit to his teacher." FAIRS FOR APRIL.—In the following list of markets and fairs every care has been taken to ensure accuracy. No responsibility can, however, be ac- cepted for error.—Carmarthen (market), 2; Cardi- gan. 5; Llandilo Bridge, 7; Llansamt, 7: Taiybont, 8; Aberayron, 10; Newcastle-Emlyn, 10 Ystrad (Cardiganshire.). 11; Llandilo, 14; Clynderwen, 14; ■Eglwyswrw, 14; Haverfordwest., 15; Lianwrda, 15: Llanwrtyd Wells, 15; Carmarthen, 15; Whitland, 15; Narberth. 16; Builth Wells, 16: Carmarthen,^ 16; Llangathen. 16: Llandovery, 17: 'la'garth, 18; C wm- amman, 19; Llandilo Bridge, 21; Letterston, 21; Maenclochog. 22: Llangadock. 24; Llanvbyther, 26; Llandilo, 28: Capel Gwynfe, 28; Pembroke, 28; Pontardulais. 29; Polityberem, 29: Porthyrhyd. 29; Crymmych Arms. 29: Cross Inii (( arm.). 30: Bryn- amman, 30. J. THE RINK I'ICTURKDROME.—AH attractive pio- gramme is this week arranged at the Picturedrome. which has established an enviable reputation for all round excellence. (For the latter part of tlvs week Nicholas Nick'ebv after Charles Dickens' story by Thanhouser. a two part drama, will be fhown, including the following: A Soldiers Duty. a powerful photoplay The Love Test, a delightful drama, and Roman Catholic Mission in China." a highly interesting picture. From April 7th to 10th the hall is let to the Carmarthen Amateur Operatic Society. For Friday and Saturday the principal pictures are:—Human Hearts." a powerful two- part drama: "My Baby." and a fugitive from Jus tice, two telling dramas: "Kitty at a Boarding School and "Rapids of Japan." Tlie 'Drome is open for rinking as follows:—Afternoons 2.30 to 4.30 (Saturdays excepted); evenings, 6 to 7.30 (Thursdays and Saturdays excepted). For further particulars see our advertisement columns. THEFT OF WOOL. &C,At a special sitting of the Carmarthen County Petty Sessions on Tuesday, be- fore Major Dowdeswell, Llanstephan (in the chair), and Mr. J. B. Arthur (mayor of Carmarthen)- Edward Wilson and Wm. Morris were charged with stealing two sacks of wool and one pair scissors, the nronerty of David Griffiths. Arfryn. near Myd- rim.—Mr. Griffiths identified the wool I produced) as his property ,and valued it at £ 3 and the scissors Is. He last saw the stolen goods in his shed, which waft three-quarters of a mile from Mydrim.— D. J. Griffiths, son of the last witness, said he was attending to his father's cattle in a oowshed ad- joining the shed where the wool was situated. He saw the defendants lying in a ga,mbo.-P.P. Llew- ellvn said that at 8.14 a.m. on Saturday morning last he saw the defendant Wilson loitering about the Pothouse in a very suspicious manner. When the Marine Stores were open Wilson entered and witness heard Wilson tell Morris that the boss won't be down until 11 o'clock. Defendant again went back to the Stores and sold the wool. Witness approached Wilson and asked him where he had the wool. As the defendant could give no satis- factory answer witness locked him up. He then went back to fetch Morris, the other defendant, and arrested him.—P.C. Lodwick said that at 2 p.m. on March 30th Wilson called him and told him that he would find a sack of wool covered drer with tins, etc.. near the Stores.—Supt. Jones said that at 10.45 a.m. on Tuesday last he received the prisoners into custody from the borough police. Wilson told witness that on Friday night the other defendant and himself left Carmarthen about 9.30 and went to a shed at Mvdrim and got the wool. They brought it flo Carmarthen and hid the sacks on the tip near the Pothouse. He went to sell the wool and was there arrested by last witness.—Both the defendants were committed for trial at the next Quarter Sessions.—The Chairman oomplimented P.C. Llewellyn upon his smart capture, and also upon the way in which he gave his evidence.

SOME POINTS ON KEEPING FIT. HEALTH HINTS BY JOHN WALKER THE FAMOUS INTERNATIONAL. Of all players on the football field to-day the man most popular in England and Scotland is probably John Walker, the famous Scotch Inter- national and full-back of the Swindon Club. He is the only player who has been selected for Scotland in every inter- national match during the past. three seasons, and Walker has ren- dered splendid service both in the inter- nationals and for his Club in the Southern League. When seen at his home in York Road. JOHN WALKER. I Swindon, states a journalist, John Walker was not disposed to refer much to his achievements. "Still," he said candidly. 1 do not deny that I am proud of having played for my country, Scotland, in so many international matches." Turning to the subject of training, Walker remarked: "1 don't, care how careful one maf be there are times when a man gets below par and somewhat nervy.' You can understand this because every player is con- scious that thousands of eye-. are centred upon him, and that the slightest error of judgment may be serious. Then there are other causes which tend to upset a man, and you would be surprised at the number of accidents which happen in the football field. I can assure you that at times my general health has been affected and my nerves thoroughly unstrung. "Frequently after the exertions of a match I slept very badly, and got up in the mornings feel- ing seedy.' I did not enjoy my meals, and had an < occasional fit of the blues. I knew that my nerves were out of gear. Here my wife offered advice. She had been cured of Ansemia by Dr. Williams' Pink Bills, and as I had heard of these Pills being a Nerve-Tonic, I took my wife's advice to try them. After I had taken Dr. Williams' Pink Pills for a while I was not troubled w.:th s'eeplessness and had less trouble with my work. When T had taken I further supplies of these Pills I had a thorough grip of my nerves. My appetite came back. I had no further depression and my system was invigorated. Whenever I feel at all run down now I take I a few doses of Dr. Williams' Pink Pills and the effect is renewed vigour and steadiness of nerves." HOW IT CONCERNS YOU. That this splendid athlete should acknowledge the nerve-strengthening powers of Dr. Williams' Pink Pillg is important to all weak-nerved men and women. Dr. Williams' Pink Pills strengthen ex- hausted nerve.- bv building up the hlood. Thus these Pills are also continually curing General Muscular weakness. Rheumatism, Sciatica. Neu- ralgia and Neurasthenia, Insomnia, Indigestion, and other disorders of the Blood and Nerves. Sold by dealers or direct from Dr. Williams' Medicine Co., 46, Holborti Viaduct. London. E.C., post free, 2s. 9d. one box, or 13s. 9d. for six boxes. FREE BOOK. Send postcard bo 46 Holbwrn Viaduct. London. E.C., for free Health Book "Diseases of the Nervous System."

Owing to the great pressure on our space mucn news has been unavoidably held over to next week, including Llanstenhan Notes. ,'Y\

DISTRICT COUNCIL STEEPLECHASES HENLLAN PLATE. Four horses have entered, and the contest pro- mises to be a keen one. Gospel.—A good old horse," slow but sure, ought to clear the fences. Came a cropper over the Boer Handicap, but has gained since. Ought to win this time. B.S.A.—A young horse, rather too high-spirited and over-oonfident. Could do with another term in the paddock. Got entangled in the Housing and Town Planning wires, and has been badly scratched. Whiw-baff.-An old working horse, but a capital fencer. Ought to do very well. He is used to the obstacles and can clear each one. His backers trust he will not slip towards the end. Glingir-glangar.—Horse new to district. Well used to motors but rather fresh on the course. Bit shy of other horses and rather too independent. Very doubtful whether he will find a place.

NEWCASTLE-EML YN SUCCESS.—At the recent Whit Monday Eisteddfod held at Cardigan, Miss Jennie Jones captured the gold medal and a substantial money prize for tho ohampion solo competition, out of seven competi- tors. URBAN COUNCIL.—The monthly meetuig of the above Council was held on Tuo-day evening. Pre sent: Messrs. Hy. Davies (cha.irman). J. Phillips. W. H. Davies, S. G. Elias, Hy. Evans, D. E. Davies, Thos. Evans, and J. E. M. George (clerk).—An ap- plication was received from the eisteddfod com- mittee for the use of the fair field for the forth- coming triennial eisteddfod. Mr. G. E'ias sag. ge.-jted that the committee should pay JB5 for the use of the same. His reason for this was that every- thing-was going up and they ought to go up wlith them. Mr. Thos. Evans seconded.—On the motion of Mr. W. H. Davies, it was decided to grant the loan of the fieid for t2, which was the old cliarge.- The Rev. \Y. Powell applied for the loan of the Reading Room for a jumble sale to be held on April 2nd This was granted.—Mr. Hy. Evans remarked that the Reading Room was sometimes used with- out asking the Council's consent for it. He pro- posed that in future all persons who desired the use of the Reading Room would have to make a formal application for it. It was agreed that this should be done and that in cases when the ordinary meeting of the Council was far off the Markets Committee should be empowered to deal with every application on its own merits.—Mr. W. H. Davies drew atten- tion to the large quantity of library books lying idle in "lie cupboards of the Reading Room. He thought it wa.s full time to make a move some way or other.—Mr. S. G. Elias agreed, and added that in his opinion a reading room would pay if the Council worked it on proper Lines.-Messr. J. Phil lips and W. H. Davies were appointed to see Mr. Beck, the late secretary, and to consider the scheme to be laid before the next meeting. DEATH OF MRS. DAVIES JONES.-It is with sincere regret we announce the death of Mrs. Davies Jones, beloved wife of Mr. E. Davies Jones, ooach-builder, Peterwell-terrace, which occurred on Saturday afternoon, in her 59th year. Mrs. Davies Jones was born at Tanyfedwen, Devil's Bridge, and a grand- daughter of the late Captain Collins, Frongooh Mine, Aberystwyth. After her marriage, she and her husband came to live at Lampeter, and they were blessed with fourteen children, eleven of whom survive, and all are in good positions. As a wife and mother she was devoted and loving, and during her painful illness for ten months, the husband and children did their utmost to alleviate the pains of one who was so near and dear to them. She was a faithful member at the Wesleyan Chapel, and her loss there and elsewhere will be felt for a long time to come, while there will be a vacant space at home which can never be filled. Her funeral took place at the parish churchyard on Wednesday, particulars of which will appear next week. Deep sympathy is felt with the bereaved husband and children in their deep sorrow. Mr. Davies Jones has been bandmaster of the Town Band and he and his son, Mr. T. Davies Jones, are the Assize trumpeters. P.S.A.—At last Sunday's meeting of the P.S.A. a very able address was given by Mr D. A. Hughes, Glynderw, and a solo beautifully rendered by Miss Hughes, of Denbigh, who is on a visit to this town. PETTY -SESSIONS.—On Friday before Col. Newiand and Mr. John Davies, the license of the Half Moon Inn, Newcastle-Emlyn, was transferred to one David Thomas. TRAGIC DEATH.—On Tuesday morning Mr. Tom M. Davies, a printer at Newcastle-Emlyn, was found to be missing from his work. He left the house about s a.m. as was his custom, and when it was noticed that he was not at the office, a search was made for him. After looking through the town without avail, a party of Cenarth fishermen searched the river. They had not proceeded far when one of them (Mr. D. Jones, smith) found the body a few yards from the bunk of the old Tanyard field, about 100 yards from his home. Deceased followed his vocation as usual on the previous day, but of late it was thought that lie appeared slightly depressed. Deceased, who was a native of the town, was highly respected by everyone. He was of rather a reserved nature, and would not say an unkind word of any. one. He was for some time a sergeant in the local corps of volunteers. A wife and three children are left to mourn over the tragic loss, and with whom the sincerest sympathy is felt. DEATH.-On Friday last one of the oldest and most respected business men of the town passed away in the person of Mr. James Thomas, chemist, Sycamore-street. deceased had been ailing for a long time, and about three weeks ago he underwent an operation which was successful. He was a son of Mynyddbach, a farm a few miles outside the town. He had been in business for over 25 years. He was buried at Llandyfriog Parish Church, the Revs. J. Symlog Morgan (B.), Graig, and Henry Jones, B.A., vicar, officiating. Deceased laeves one brother, Mr. David Thomas, Mynyddbach.

ST. ANNE'S. CWMFFRWD. I Sr. ANE'S CHURCH.—On Good Friday the service,, at St. Anne's were well attended. Morning prayer and litany were said at 11 a.m., and an appropriate sermon was preached by the urate-in charge. In the evening at 7 p.m. a sacred lantern service on the Crucifixion" was given in the Schoolroom by the Rev. J. Jones, M.z, Parc-yr-onen. The attend- ance was excellent, every available space being oc. u pied. Thanks are due to the rev. gentleman for his continued exertions in our midst. EASTER DAY.—The order of services on Easter Day wasr as foilows:-8.30 a.m., Holy Communion; 11 a.m., morning prayer and celebration in English; 2.30 p.m., children s Easter egg" service, with an address; 6 p.m., evensong, sermon, and celebration in Welsh. The Cur a te-m-charge officiated in all the services. The church had been chastely decorated by the following ladies:—The Misses Barker and Miss Armstrong (altar and chancel); Mrs. Roberts, The Parsonage (pidpit, lectern, reading desk, and win- dows) Mrs. Williams, Cwmffrwd-ucha, and Miss May Jones, Black Lion (font). The services through- out the day were attended by large and devout congregations, and the number of communicants this year again was excellent. Eighty-seven communi- cating out of a roll of 108. The children's Easter egg" service was exceedingly well attended. The total number of eggs amounted to 110, which were divided between the Children's Home and the Car- marthenshire Infirmary. This service was the second of its kind held at St. Anne's, and took the place of the flower service. It is growing in popu- larity every year, and on thie occasion especially was an unqualified success. SACRED CAN-TATA.Oll Sunday evening, March 30th, a sacred service of song was rendered by St. Anne's Band of Hope, entitled The Crucifixion." There was a large and devout congregation pre- sent, and we were glad to see a large number of Nonconformists. The children who were augmented by many of the adult members, were ably in- structed by Mrs. Roberts, the Parsonage, and the Rev. J. Jones. Parc-yr-onen, while Mr. James Bowen presided in a praiseworthy manner at the organ. Suitable prayers and We'sh hymns were also introduced at various intervals in the service, and an offertory was made on behalf of the Band of Hope funds.

LAMPETER. DISTRICT EDUCATION COM MITTZE. -Friday, present Ruvs. E. Evans, Ald. J. W. Davies, Councillor Joseph Evans, B. Davies-Evans and David Evans, and Mrs. Evans. The Rev. E. Evans was re-elected chairman. The Committee appointed representa- tives on the Group Managers as follows:—Group 1 (Lampeter), the Revs. E. Evans, Principal Bebb, and Daniel Jones, Aid. J. W. Davies, Councillord Joseph Evans, David Evans, Mrs. Evans, Bryn-road, and Mr. D. Jones, Llanfair. Group 2 (Llanwenog): Messrs. T. Gwarnant Williams, Timothy Jones, J. Lloyd, J. Griffiths, D. Robert Jonea, and Rev. Glyn Edwards.. The reneweu application of Mise E. A. Jones, of Peterwell School, for an increase of salary was considered and it was resolved to recom- mend an increase of JB5 per annum as from April 1st. The Clerk was directed to prepare a statement in, reference to the salaries and. conditions of em- ployment of all the school cleaners of the district for the nqxt meeting. SOIREE.—Under the auspices of the Literary and Debating -Society, a successful soiree was held at the Memorial Hall on Friday night. Messrs. J. Emrys Jones, solicitor, and R. W. Lloyd, Dari House, as M.C s., and Miss Jones, Eastfield, as accompanist. The secretarial duties were carried out by Mr. J. T. James, Compton House, and Miss Ella Davies, Bridge-street. The catering was entrusted to Messrs Coram Davies and Co., and, as usual, gave every satisfaction. RETIREMENT OF DEAN DA VET.—Our readers, es- pecially the older generations, will learn with regret that, owing to advancing years, is retiring from the Deanery of Llandaff, to which high office he was appointed in 1897 in succession to the much revered Dean Vaughan. His work at Lampeter, and more particularly his immense labours among the students of St. David's College, will long be remembered. It was while here, as vice principal, that the then Bishop of Llandaff (the Right Rev. Dr. A. Lewis) appointed him examining chaplain, and subsequently offered him the deanery. Dean Davey is regarded as one of the finest Hebrew scholars in the Church in Wales, and his knowledge of the Old Testament is unbounded. A great theologian, he has written and published several works. Ho was educated at Charter House, and in his early days had a leaning for engineering in the days of Brunei. He we'l ret. mbers the coronation of William IV., the pass- ing 01 the Reform Bill of 1832, and the proclamation of Queen Victoria five years later. Dean Davey who .is ,in his eighty-sixth year, will carry with him the best wishes of an appreciative number of friends and well-wishers on his well-earned retirement. DEARTH OF HOUSES.—We were glad to note that the medical officer of health (Dr. E. C. Davie,?), in his last report, touched upon and recommended the building 9f more houses at Lampeter. Enquiries are being received daily for vacant houses, but, un- happily, nothing is being done to meet an extensive and ever-increasing demand. Lampeter is growing yearly, yet building operations are slow and feeble, and many landlords take advantage of the scarcity of houses to raise the rents, while many who are anxious to secure houses offer higher rents than are charged now. Here is a glorious opportunity for some enterprising building company or specula- tive syndicate to succeed where su-ceew is certain. Lampeter must have more houses, or else all efforts to improve the town will have been in vain. Now then, ye business men. the Lampeter housing ques- tion can no longer be delayed; it demands a speflWy resolution, and to you we look to solve ajid satisfy what has too long been a privation in the town. EXTENSION OF WATER WOR.KB.-The Town Council have fully realized the necessity of improving the supply of water to the town, and have instructed Mr. Morgan, Pontypridd, to proceed with the scheme. Mr. Morgan has been here for some days urveyjng, and ere long we hope to see the exten- sion scheme carried out. Unfortunately, the foun- ders of our town prepared everything on a small scale, not allowing for future developments, and the consequence is that the present generation has to suffer inconvenience and heavy expense. What ap- plies to the water works can also be applied to the gas-works, which are totally inadequate to meet the demand. CARDIGANSHIRE INSURANCE COMMITTEE.—At the quarterly meeting of this committee, held at the Town Hall on Wednesday, the chair was taken by the Rev. J. Williams, Cardigan. A letter was read from the Memorial Association to the effect that suitable premises for a dispensary could be had at Wauniago, Carmarthen, but it was decided to adjourn the matter pend- in.g an inquiry as to the beet spot for its loca- tion to serve Carmarthenshire and Cardiganshire. The following gentlemen were co-opted as members of the committee:—Dr. Bonsall, Aberystwyth; Dr. Davies, Aberayron; Dr. Griffiths, Lampeter, and Dr. Morgan. POlltrhydygroes. -The Insurance Commis- sioners intimated thedr willingness to give 2s. 6d. per week special capitation grant to all societies who provided treatment for insured persons above 65 years old.—It was decided that all medical men on the panel should keep a record of mileage, so that the grant could be fairly distributed. The committee unanimously came to the conclusion that no silb-committee should be appointed for this year. AGRICULTURE.—Mr. David Edwards, Llethrgoch, Cwmanne, has gained a tir.st-cla certificate in the Agricultural Department, University College of Wales, Aberystwyth. AMBULANCE CLASSEB-—Such is the success of the Ambulance Classes m connection with the Girls' Friendly Society, that it has been decided to es, tablish a class for men in connection with the In- stitute, and it was started on Tuesday evening. The instructor of both classes is Mr. Thomas, Pump saint, who possesses remarkable abilities for the work, and is much esteemed by the members for his courtesy and kindness*. ST. PETER'S CHURCH —Mr. A. G. Harries, the Conservative Agent for Cardiganshire, kindly pre- sided at the organ in the parish church on Sunday, while the organist was away for a brief holiday. Mr. Harries is an accomplised musician, and is a re- markably fine playpr. Mr. Harries is always ready to help in any good cause, and his kindness is highly esteemed. THE RAILWAY STATION.—The lengthening of the platforms is being busily proceeded with, and it is expected that all will be ready by Dallis Fair. which will be held on May 6th, 7th, and 8th. The mode of truck- ing horses and cattle is dangerous, viz, on the pas senger platform, and the public ought to be con- sidered. The company should provide a proper place for trucking in the vicinity of the goods yard by extending the present cattle lairs Since the station- is being altered, ,Heh things as these ought to be considered, as they -ould be carried out at !ess cost than by deferring to the dim and distant future. SHOOTING COMPETITION.—Happily, seldom we hear these days of live pigeon shooting, and it is a pleasure to note that clay pigeons are now used. In former days, many inexperienced men used to compete in live pigeon shooting, with the dire con .sequence that they maimed the birds', who were left to clic in pain. The local club inst-ituted a clay pigeon shooting match at the Black Lion Hotel field on Monday, when the following were declared winners:—Championship. 1. Mr. W. Williams. Cwm- ann; 2. Major Lloyd Hughes. Llandyssul; 3. Mr. .John Evans, Cribyn. Sweepstake, 1. Mr. D. Mor- gan. Esgairhir. Blaenpennal; 2. Mr. William Jones; 3. divided between Messrs. Evan and Henry James. Tumble. The arrangements were ab'y carried out by the following officials:—President. Mr. Wiinms. Maescannol; chairman of eommitte, Mr. Hertrv Baldwin. Back Lion; secretary, Mr. Josiah Jenkins, jun. Mr. T. Thomas, Borough St-ores. acted as referee. PETTY SES.SIONS.-Friday. before Messrs. W. Inglis Jones (in the chair); B. Davies-Evans. A. R. T. Jones, D. Robert Jones. and Josiah Jenkins. Drunk and Di..iorderly. -William Lovell, a travel- r ling gipsy, was charged by D.C.C. Williams with having been drunk and disordery at Llanybyther on November 1st last. P.C. Owen proved the case, and defendant was fined 5s. and costs, in default 14 days. Railway Prosecution.—Thos. Davies, of Bwlch- wernenfawr, Llangybi, farm servant, was charged by Inspector Gwynne, of the G.W.R., with having travo'led without paying his fare, and with intent to avoid payment thereof, at Derry Ormond on the 19th day of February. Defendant admitted the offence.—David Davies, of Fron-Oleu House, Gwaun- caegurwen, collier, was charged with a similar offence. Defendant pleaded not guilty.—Mr. T. R. Ludford, Llanellv, prosecuted on behalf of the rad way company.—William John, stationmaster at Derry Ormond, said he saw defendant getting out of the carnage and going into another. Witness accused him of travelling from Pont Llanio, but defendant insisted that he had come from Llangybi. —Wm. Jones, guard on the train, said he saw de- fendant changing his compartment. He corroborated the stationmaster as to the conversation at Derry Ormond. Defendant also gave evidence.—Thomas Davies was fined 5s. and costs and David Davies 10s. and costs. Alleged Arson.—David Edward Hughes, of Maes yffynnon, Cilcennin. mason, was -brought up in cus- tody on remand charged with maliciously setting fire to a stack of hay at (Erondeg, near Cribyn, on the 12th March, the property of Evan Davies. After a long hearing accused was committed for trial at the assizes. Ho was let out on bai!, himself in E5, and Mr. Evan Felix, Henfaes, Cilcennin, as surety for £ 5.

GWERNLLWYN L:< '1 URK -On Monday night Dr. Pan Jones de liverei •. lecture at the above Congregational Chapel on his .¡:d favour-te subject, Y Ddaear í'"r Bob!. Pan is an olc1 hand at the 'and question and he at traded >\ {rc' ded house this evening. The chair was tiken bv Mr. B. Davies, J.P., Perthyronen.

It 1 PENYBONT, TRELECH LISTEDDFOI>. — The hr.-t annual eisteddfod in aid of St. leilo s Church. Trclech, was heid in a spacious marquee, near the above place on the 27th uit. lhe weather was glor-ously fine, and the event turned out a compieie success from every point of view. The marquee way well filled ear.y in the afternoon by a very appreciative audience, number- ing nom to 1,-30u. Praise is due to Mr. W. Davies, Trenoeth, oh inch warden, and Mr. Lewis Evans, Dyffryn 1.)ew., who looked after the reserved front seats respectively. The chair was occupied by Mr. J. H illiams, Eithunduon, Mydriin, while the conductor was the Rev. Eynon Hughes. The adjudi- cators were: Music, Mr. Jenkins, CM., Velmdre leader of the Bargood-Teifi Male Voice Party;; literature, Rev. J. Lewis, Blaenycoed; pencil sketch, Mr. Gwiym Williams, Cmvens-tv Qg/iege, Aber- ystwytn; prize bags, Mr,. Williams, i-#)rallt-gangor Mrs. llughes, Vicarage, and Mrs. Jones, Croes Evan; treasurer. Mr. H. Smith, Rhyrargaeau. Talog. To the energetic secretary. Mr. H. B. Davies, Tre noeth Treloch, the success of the event must in a large measure be attributed. The accompanist was Miss Jones, A.L.v.M., i.ianpunipsaint, who carried out her duties admirably. The following in the list of awards:—Solo for children under 15; 1st, Dd. Jones, v.nas. lalog: 2nd, J. Scourfield, Conwil. Recitation for children under 15: 1st (girls), M. A. Rogers, Bryntirion, lalog; 1st (boys), Aneurin Scourfield, Panteg, Trelech. Solo for those who have not won a prize before: 1st, Ivor Stanley Dav.ies, Tyhcn, Cilrhedyn. Letters from a foreign country: 1st, divided between Mr. Bowen. Twmpath, Trelech, and Mrs. Phillips. St. Clears. Poetry on the new motor-car for Trelech: 1st, divided between J. B. Davies, Trenoeth, Trelech. and David Harries, Goedwig, Abernant. First sight singing: T. T. Jones, B.aenbowy, Cilrhedyn. Instrumental solo: 1st, May Olwen, Newport. >Ion.; 2nd, Gwladys Jones, Lanlwyd, -St. Cleafc. Pencil sketch: 1st, J. H. Bowen, Llwynyreos, Cwmmorgan. Newcastle- Emlyn 2nd, T. M. Williams, Penralltfangor, Talog. Englyn: 1st, Simon Owen Thomas. Treparke Tre leeh. Soprano solo: 1st, Mrs. Jones, Capel Dew-s Llanddarog. Sentence of eight words, all in '• "): 1st,, Dd. Bowen. Twpath. Tre'ech. Tenor solo: 1st, J. F. Evans, Fairfield House, St. Clears. Prize bags: 1st, Miss Elizabeth Thomas, Nantcwmrhys, Conwil; 2nd, divided between Miss Alice Owen, Post Office, Cwmduad, and Miss Thomas, Nantcwm- rhys. Five minutes speech on airship: 1st, divided between Mr. M. T. Davies, Trenoeth. Trelech. and Mr. John Phillips, Cartref, Talog. Baritone solo: 1st. divided between Mr. W. Jones, Trelo, Trelech, and Mr. Jos. Jones, Blaengilfach, Trelech. Opea recitation: 1st, Mis,s Bowen, Plasvglomen, Talog. Duett: 1st, divided between Mr. Albert Harries Penybont, Trelech. and Mr. Dd. Smith. Conwil Quartette: 1st. Penybont Party (Mr. Albert Harries, Mr. J. Williams, Miss Edith Clarke, and Miss Annie Jones. Champion solo: 1st, Mr. J. F. Evans Fa.:r field. St. Clears. Wit: 1st. Mr. Dl. Jones, Corn- ga.fr. Trelech. Party of eight: 1st, Conwil Party (leader, Mr. \V, D. Hughes. Male voice party: 'st. Penybont United (leader. Mr. Albert Harries; 2nd, Bryniwan United. Chief choral: Three parties sang •in the following order: Dyffryn Dewi (conductor, Mr. D. J. Phillips. Cilhir; Bryniwan (Mr. J. Jones, Greenpark; Talog (Mr. Dl. Jones, Dinas). The rize was awarded to Talog. This brought a most enjoy- able evening to an end.

CROSS HANDS. ON Thursday evening a meeting of the Public Hall Committee was held, Mr. D. F. Davies, M.E., presiding. The accounts for the year were submit- ted by the treasurer. Mr. Roderick, and adopted. Messrs. W. Greville and H. G. Young were appoint- ed auditors.. The committee for the year was ap- pointed. Messrs. Job Williams (federation secre- tary) and John Peregrine (chairman of workmen's committee) were added to Messrs. David Thomas, Brynteg. and Morgan Daniel, to represent the work. men of the New Cross Hands Collieries.. The New Cross Hands Collieries Company has very kindly offered to extend the hall to meet the needs of the district. The committee appoinbed-Mr. W. D. Jenkins, F.R.I.B.A.. Llandilo. to draw plans for the extension, which will be proceeded with at once. DR. D. H. Griffiths. Carmarthen, commenced duties at the New Cross Hands Collieries on Mon- day. THE new road motor service of the G.W.R. to Llanellv has now run for a few weeks, and has already proved of great convenience to Cross Hands, Tiiinble, and Llannon districts.

LLANYBYTHER, PARISH COT-CIL.-The following have been eleo- ted parish councillors:-Porth Ward: Evan Davies, Rhydybont Farm; Evan Jones, Tancoedoochion; D. Jones, Cloth Hall; Thomaa Jones, Derry Cottage; John Lewis, Pantseiri; D. Williams: Glantrenfach; Johnny W illiams, Brynllofawr. South Ward: D. Evans. Dolau-uchaf; Richard Jenkins, Esgerliving; David E. Jones, Tirbach; Thomas Jones, Efeilfach; David Thomas. Waunfforest. and James Williams, Dolau-uchaf.

AMMANFORD. URBA.Y DISTRICT COUNCIL ELECTION-.—\Ve desire to draw our local readers' attention to their election, which takes place next Monday, the 7th inst. The addresses of Mr. James Ðllrbphire, 11, Walter-road colliery under-manager: Mr. Richard William Davies, 19. Penybank road, engineman, and Mr. Evan Wis. 15. Quay-street, jeweller, appear in our advertising columns on page 4.

LLANDILO. BURGU.RY.-In the early hours of Saturday the office of Messrs. Davies. timber and lime merchants. Staaon Road, was entered by a burg'ar. He was evidently disturbed and a box containing stamps was the only thiug that he had time to handle, but he decamped with it. CHAIRMAN OF COUNTY COUNCIL CONGRATULATED.- Mr. Dd. Davies-, Cilrhedyn, Llandebie, who has been a member of the Landilo Board of Guardi- ians and Rural District Council for over 40 years was hearty- congratulated at the meeting of that body on Saturday on his election to the chairman- ship of the Carmarthenshire County Council. The chairman compared him to Caleb of scriptural days. WEDDING-A very pretty wedding, and one in taken> took Pla°e at tfhe Registry Office, Llandilo, on Saturday. The bride- groom was Mr. Dd. Parry Davies, son of Mr. who"fnr 07avu s rci]vin- Llunsawvl. a gentleman !?r 2] y.ea;'f haj. ^en a member of the Llan- dilo Board of Guardians and Rural District Coun- cil, having passed through the chair of both bodies, is an Income Tax Commissioner, and one of the gentlemen appointed to purchase with a view to lniil>r0fV ng- T, etl oi beavy roadsters and Welsh cobs for tne British Government. The bride was Miss Williams, head schoolmistress at Rhyd- cwmerau and a daughter of the late Mr. Williams,, C r, i\ t r' r, bridesmaid was Miss Davies Cwmcoedifor Llansawei whiist the best man was Davies, brother of bridegroom. Carrv- g wrfh them the best wishes of a host of friends, the bride and bridegroom left for Coal Farm Mes- spent* eSh'rSlur0' whero the honeymoon will be T ,E^,EBTImf'~Eastertltle was vory quietly spent at Llandilo. There was no attraction of any kind to draw visitors. Probably the natives observant of the very uncertain climatic conditions prevailing •ately, and few can blame them under the circum stances—believed that the risk woifld be too great to involved'11'*0 an,Vthms v,h<'re b' £ prizes would be P°8TMKK 8 .FEDBRATI°X._A dinner was held at The Black Ox Hotel, Llandilo, on the 20th ult. under the auspices of the Postmen's Federation, and' the catering of Host and Hostess Jones was a'l that could be desired. Ml-. Frederick J. Styles, senior postman, occupied the chair. The usual loyal toasts were duly honoured. Mr. John Lewis (sec- retary) gave the health of the federation, and ex- plamed it. object in a very lucid manner. Mr. R. B. Crab be, 8. New-road, and Mr. D. R. Thomas. 8 George-hil. responded, the latter making an excel lent maiden speech. A presentation of a silver cigarette-case was made by the chairman on behalf of itfmsel-f and li b colleagues to Mr. Robert Thomas who had reoentlv left, the service to better himself in another sphere. Mr. Thomas thanked them one and all for the kind present, which he would always look upon as been handed him from comrades and friends and it would keep him in remembrance of his connection with the service. Mr. T. F. James, the Conservative agent, gave a resplendept, address on the benefits derived from the federation. feongs were rendered by the following, viz.Mr D. J. Rees. Ffairfach: Mr. D. T. Morris, Alan-road, and cornet solos by Mr. Harry Griffiths. The sing ing of God Save the King terminated a very enjoyable evening. Mr. W. P. Griffiths ablv pre Aided at the piano.

HE NLLAN. MUSICAL. M-iss Annie Ellen Jones, daughter of Mrs. Jones. Cwrrws Farm. has succeeded .in passing I intermediate anamination of tlie Tonic Sol-fa | College.

obtaining an additional supply of water from a farm called Cwmceir, in the parish of Llanllawddog. This scheme would necessitate the provision of a steam pumping apparatus in order to raise the water to a sufficient level to bring it into the town by gravitation. Two analyses of this water showed that it was being polluted by animal matter, that was in all probability derived from the farm yard, but a third one proved satisfactory, subsequent to the diversion of certain sources of pollution and to the fencing off of a portion of the ground to prevent any direct pollution by cattle. Should this scheme be proceeded with, it will bo advisable for the Council, before entering into any further negotiations, to ascertain whether the Local Government Board will see their way to sanctioning the borrowing of money without requiring a large tract. of the surrounding land on this farm to be purchased and put out of cultivation, thus possibly rendering the oost prohibitive. Certain boring operations in the neighbourhood of the Cwmtawel reservoir have been carried out during the latter part of the year, with the object of finding water in the ground and then pumping it up to the reservoir, but up to the end of the year there was little or no success reported. There is one obvious comment to make upon the above extract, and that is with regard to the result of the borings. Whatever may have been the result of the borings at the end of last year, there seems reason to believe that substantial results can now be shown, and if the report of Mr. Kyle, the water engineer, is reliable (and we cannot think of the smallest reason why it is not), the .grave difficulty which faced the town in regard to an auxiliary supply is in a large measure solved. That report ,kiiitt,% that the bore yielded, at a depth of 20 feet from the surface, the full capacity of the pump, viz., 10 to 12 gallons of water per minutie without fluctuation. We understand that the report is re- garded by some, if not the majority, of the Council in a. hostie spirit, and that serious consideration of it has been postponed till August, the idea being, we believe, that the result of the boring is surface water and that in dry weather it will have dis- appeared. After such a winter, and with the rain- fall still vigorous and healthy, Carmarthen can afford to wait and see.