The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

j LOCAL OBITUARY MRS. MARGARET HARRIES. The death has occurred of Mrs. Margaret Harries, aged 88 years, of Penrhiw Cottage, Croesyceilog, and widow of the late Mr. William Harries Pantyr- uthro. The funeral, which took place at the Peny- graiir Chapel burial ground on the 17th inst., was very largely attended. The officiating ministers were the Rev. Mr. Harries, Idole, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Evans, Penygralg; Rev. S. Evans. Pen- >sarn • Rev. Mr. Morgan, Philadelphia; and Rev. Mr. Walters. Anglesea. The chief mourners were: Mr. and Mrs. J. Walters, Crwbin; Mr. and Mrs. Jones Penrhiw: Mr. and Mrs. Walters, Llandilo Mr. and Mrs. Walters. Railway Tavern, Carmar- then (sons and daughters-in-law); M. Walters, Lon- don (son); Mrs. Lewis, Langham (sister); and a large number of grandchildren and great-grand- children. The funeral was one of the largest ever sfen in the neighbourhood. MRS. MARY HOWELLS. The many friends and acquaintances of Mrs. Mary Howells, Rock House, Abergwili, will regret to hear of her death, which occurred on Tuesday in last week. Deceased, who was 60 years of age, was highly esteemed and respected. She is sur- vived by three sons and three daughters. The funeral took place on Saturday last at Peniel Chapel burial ground. The following ministers officiated Rev. Canon Lloyd, Llanpumpsaint; Rev. lJ. Williams, Abergwili; Rev. Stephen Thomas, Penybank, Llandilo; Rev. H. T. Jacob, Fishguard, and the Rev. J. T. Gregory, Peniel. The cnief mourners were:—Rev. J. Archer Howell, Messrs. James and Thomas Howell (sons); Msses Sarah, Mary and Jennie Howells (daughters); Mr. and Mrs. Morris, Mr. James and Miss Morris, of Parky berllan; Mr. and Mrs. Roberts, Llettyhenry; Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Sarnau; Mr. James Davies, Mr. John Davies, and the Misses Margaret and Mabel Davies, Blaenpant; Mr., Mrs. and Miss Howard; Messrs. Johnnie David and Henry Howells, Pen- lanfach; Mr. and Mrs. John Davies, Pencerrig; Mr. and Mrs. Hinds, Derry; Mr. and Mrs. Davies and Mr. T. J. Davies, Rhydyrhaw; Mr. and Miss Lodwick Cwmfelin; Mrs. Thomas, Tygwyn, Car- marthen' Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy, Clynmelin; Mrs. Morris Bolahaul; Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy, Tyrwaun; Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy, Gellyddu; Mr. Thomas, Brynmorfa, Llandilo; Mr. and Miss Edwards, Bryn; Mr. and Miss Thomas, Bwlchgwyn; Mr. and Mis Thomas, Nantygelly; Miss M. uavies, Maesy- coed. Wreaths and floral tributes were sent by the foilowingFrom her children (artificial); Mrs. Davies, Carmarthen; Mrs. W-lding, Abergwili; Mr. and Mrs. Williams, Trevaughan: K M. Gillad. At- eester, Warwickshire; Mr. A. F. Goslin, Colchester; Miss Maude Williams, Ferndale.—The family wish to take this opportunity of thanking all who sym- pathised with them in their bereavement. MISS MARGARET ANN LEWIS. The death took place on Tuesday last of Miss Margaret Ann Lewis, 62, Water-street, Carmarthen, daughter of the late Mr. William Lewis, butcher, Sunnyside, St. Catherine-street Carmarthen. De- ceased. who was 43 years of age, had been ailing for a considerable time. She is survived by three listers and three brothers (one of whom is Detec- tive-Sergeant H. Hodge Lewis, Llanelly, with whom the deepest sympathy is felt. The interment will take place at St. David's Churoh burial ground on Saturday next. MR. J. J. LODWIG. On Tuesday last, the death occurred of Mr. J. J. Lodwig, 18.: Picton-plafce. Carmarthen. Deceased, who was only 21 years or age, passed away after a short but trying illness. Mr. Lodwig, previous to his illness, was an assistant schoolmaster at Heoly- eyw, Pencoed, near Bridgend, and had formerly been a teacher at Conwil and Loiighor Schools. His career at the Carmarthen College, where he was universally esteemed, had been most bright and promising. The funeral will take place on Saturday at Union-street Chapel burial ground. MRS. JOHN MORRIS. A host of friends will regret to hear of the death of Esther (Het), the wife of Mr. John Morris, woollen manufacturer, which took place at her residence, Pensarn, near Carmarthen, on Sun- day morning last. in a ripe old ago. Deceased was the eldest daughter of the late Mr. David Williams, Llandefeilog, and was one of the oldest members at Water-street (C.M.) Chapel, Carmarthen. De- ceased had been ailing for some years past, and was much respected. She leaves a sorrowful hus- band and one son (Mr. David John Morris, grocer's manager, Swansea), and a large number of relatives, to mourn her loss, The funeral, which was private, took place yesterday (Thurs- day) at Water-street Chapel burial ground, the Rev. V. D. Rowlands, pastor, officiating. "Heddwch 1 w llwch." REV. T. B. WILLIAMS. It is with regret we have to record the death of the Rev. T. B. Williams, formerly vicar of Llan- £ attock, Crughywel, and son of Mr. Williams, Maeseanol, near Lampeter. From 1887 to 1892 the deceased was curate of St. Peter's, Carmarthen, where he married one of the late Bev. Latimer Jones' daughters. Mr. Williams was also vicar of Lamphey and St. Paul's, Llanelly. and during his ministry did excellent work for the Churoh.

CARMARTHEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS FREE PLACE SCHOLARSHIPS. The Governors of the above Schools have awarded free place scholarships to the following: BOYS. John Griffiths, Llansaint Council School. Thomas J. Griffiths. Ferryside Church of England School. Luther Davies. Priory-street Church of England School. Richard W. Jeremy, Idole Council School. liavid J. Griffiths, Cefneithyn Council School. Edward J. Griffiths, Priory-street Churoh of Eng- land School. Tom WiUfcuns. Idole Council School Reginald H. Lewis, Model and Practising School. I GIRLS. Mary J. Evans, Idole Council School. Florrie Jenkins, Pentrepoeth Council School. Olwrn Jones, Pentrepoeth Council School. Morfvdd Thomas. Llansaint Council School. Alexandrina M. Lloyd, Pentrepoeth Council School. Cwyneth M. Arthur, Abergwili Church of England School. Phyllis M. Thomas, Model and Practising School. Winifred Walker, Model School. Frances E. Watson, Model and Practising School. Elizabeth M. Lewie, Pentrepoeth Council School.

A CHILDREN'S MATINEE (BY F. E. ORTON). There are the children, standing in a long queue about six deep, anxiousdy waiting for the doors to open. They have been very patient for close upon I an hour, but they do not seem to mind in the least. Joy delayed is dear to the kiddies;, because they seem to possess that wonderful faculty of being able to revel in happiness before it actually com- mences. To every child the pleasures of anticipation are sometimes as great as those of realisation. It is because they "draw on account," as it were. It is always a most interesting sight to see this warm pulsating mass of little optimists. It brings back a living photograph of one's lost youth—a be- grimed photograph, perhaps—but it is a real living one all the same. See the hundreds of greasy hands each tightly clutching the greasy coins, all they have in the wide world until the following Saturday. The boys are joyously expectant, hungry souls outside the bolted doors, waiting for a penny- worth of paradise; the girls timid, and quietly and eagerly waiting, too. One small boy is squeezed up against the door of the hall, and he struggles desperately to keep his poor little naked feet from under the boots of his more fortunate neighbour. His tiny face is red and puffed and he weeps silently. He has the appearance of .one who is in great extremity, but its determined to hold out to the bitter end, and retain his post. The doors are opened, and the crowd of jubilant children swarm upstairs. Leisure in their movements there is none. To judge by their agility you would form the opinion that a schoolmaster with a thick stick was in pursuit of tliem. They pounce.on.theil" seats-as a cat pounces on a mouse—then take a look round for their favourite chums, and yell loudly to them to oomo and sit next to them. Is this not human? to make your pleasures more enjoyable, because you know that your com- panion who is next to you is enjoying himself also. A lusty cheer rings out, the pianist has taken his scat at the instrument. They do not cheer him personally; they applaud because they know that his appearance harbingers the commencement of Id show. Now a multitude of little red mouths open and a thousand wide eyes shine simultaneously. At last the light, are extinguished and the pictures are projected. The children are never silent. It is impossible to imprison their excitement in their panting breasts, their garrulity is volcanic. It must have an outlet or they would burst. The conversation is continuous. Those who have seen the pictures before are very loquacious, explain- ing. and anticipating; those who have not, loudly apprehensive or cheerfully confident, always intui- tively certain of future events. After the final picture has been shown, they march contentedly out, and go gently away in the assur- ance that there will be another Saturday next week. As an educator of youth and a teacher of morals, the .cinematograph is second to none. The uplifting of the good and the demoralising effect of evil actions are strongly shown, and this must have a lasting effect for good on minds so impressionable as those of the children.

AMMAN VALLEY STRIKE GARNANT SCENES. Up to Wednesday afternoon, there had been no settlement arrived at* in the strike of 120 miners at the Raven Colliery, Garnant, a dispute which has now been in progress for nearly a month. Feel- ing during the early part of the week had been runmning high, and scenes bordering on the excit- ing were witnessed. The men have resorted to systematic picketing of the officials, who remained at the coll.ery, and on Monday night one of the latter came into contact w:th a body of strikers, with the result that a chase through the streets ensued. Also demonstrations, in which miners from the surrounding districts have participated, have been of frequent occurrence, women and children as well forming a conspicuous portion of the parades. It appears that on Monday the manager (Mr. George) was ill at home. This was common know- lege among the strikers, and during Monday night's demonstration a halt was called in front of his resi- dence, and the well-known funeral hymn, "Ymado wnaf a'r babell," was sung. The wife came out and appealel to the workmen to desist. A denial is given to the newspaper report that one of the strikers replied, "Let the die," but those present were unanimous that .the words, "If he will die, we will be too busy to attend the funeral" were used. It was deemed advisable to draft in extra police on Tuesday, but on Wednesday every- thing was tranquil, due largely to the fact that a more hopeful view of the situation prevailed. Also five of the seven officials bad abandoned the col- liery, everything there being at a standshill. The incident which led to the declaration of "hostilities" occurred on July 24th, when, it is alleged, Thomas Evans, an overman, was found underground with his lamp alight and unlocked. He also refused to extinguish the light when his attention was drawn to the condition of his lamp, and continued his work till the end of the day. As a result the men asked the management to dis- charge the overman from his underground duties. or to institute proceedings against him for a breach of one of the special rules of the colliery. The management, who had been informed that the man put out his light at the time his default, was pointed out to him, declined to accede to the request of the colliers, who then unanimously decided to ."iown" tools. The matter subseouently was brought to the of Inspector Dyer Lewis, and he condrctfd an investigation into the affair, and forwarded his report to his superior. Dr. Atkinson, who, however, had not communicated anything to the workmen as to the result of the inquiry. Some comment amongst the men is made of the fact that' only one witness was called at the inquiry on their behalf, while ten were available. TTope.s were high of a settlement on Wednesday, the overman. it being stated, having evinced his willingness to resign his post. Also a significant si-sm was the fact that the manager had journeyed to Swansea to confer with his directors.

LLANEGWAD CANTATA.—On Sunday, the 10th inst., the long- looked-for sacred cantata "Joseph" was rendered bv the members of St. John's Sunday School. It was quite a treat to listen to the beautiful singing and recitations of the little children. On the whole it was a most successful attempt, and all who took part deserve to be highly complimented. The in- defatigable conductor, Mr. John Thomas (Brynfab), beautifully rendered one of the solos. The well- known and accomplished musicians., Messrs. Harris, Penybont, and Roberts, Meiros Hill, deserve special mention for their invaluable help in the practices of this cantata.—On Thursday, the 14th inst., the mem- bers of the above mentioned school had their annual treat. This year the selected spot was Tyllwyd, which is very conveniently situated, being quite near the church. Mr. Daniels willingly gave the use of one of his best fields for the sports. To this ideal spot old and young as-sembled together and amused themselves in various games until the signal for tea was given. Miss Thomas, the Vicarage, gave a cordial welcome to all to partake of the excellent tea. and delicious cake which was so well prepared for the occasion. Tea being over sports were held under the presidency of the vicar (the Rev. Evan Thomas}. The tug-of-war competition created great excitement. Messrs. Ben. Roberts, Timmins, Harris and Davies acted as starters and judges of the various races. John Thomas, David Roberts, Dan. Jones, John Davies, G. Desborough, Pugh, Albert Hart, Bertie. yl. and David John took an active part in the :-ports. The most disfngnished female athletes of the day worp r Misses H. Thomas. Eliz. Jones, A. J. Jones, M. Davies, G. Davies, and Mrs. Davies. The last but not least interesting event of the day was the distribution of prizes for regular attendance and good conduct of the scholars during the past year by the Vicar. Mr. H. Harris, Penbont, pro- posed a vote of thanks to the vicar and Miss Thomas, which was seconded by T. Thomas. Ynysjointer, and all present showed their approval in the usual way. Before dispersing the happy company sang the National Anthem.

TALIARIS MOTHERS' UNION.—A meeting of the Mothers' Union was held on Thursday last at Taliaris Park, by the kind invitation of Mrs. Herbert Peel, and added much to the enjoyment of the afternoon. After all were seated on their Jawn. a very suitable address was delivered by the Vicar (the Rev. Alban Lkyd. A splendid tea was afterwards served, and then the party was at liberty to go round the flower gardens, d. In the evening all wended their way homewards, after having spent a very pleasant afternoon. Mrs. Herbert Peel took a snapshot of tho party before the members dispersed.—A good number from Taliaris attended the Church demon- stration at -Swansea a little while ago. Mr. and Mrs. Peel, Taliaris Park, kindly gave a very hand- some banner for the occasion.

AMMANFORD. ANTHRACITE MINERS' ASSOCIATION.—Among those already named as probable candidates for the office of sub-agent, which the above Association has de- cided to appoint, are the following:—Messrs. J. J. James, Cwmgorse; D. D. Davies, Gwauncae-gur- wen; D. R. Owen (ex-student of Now Central Labour College, London), Garnant, nad John Har- ries (Irlwyn), Bettws. SPECIAL POLICE COURT.-At a special court held on Tuesday afternoon-before Messrs. Hy. Herbert and David Jones—Jeremiah Cosgrove, tramping labourer, was charged with be ng drunk and dis- orderly on the previous night in Quay-street. He was found by P.S. Britten kicking the door of a chip shop belonging to Mr. David Jenkins, and a man of his own class was trying to get h.m away. It appears that he butted the police officer m the chest, and made repeated attempts to kick him. He had to be handcuffed. Defendant was sentenced to a fortnight's imprisonment.—Inspector Davies charged John Harries, a tramping painter, with being drunk and incapable. The case was held proved, but dismissed under the Probation of Offender's Act.-James Patrick Henshaw, lodging at 8 Field-street, was charged with stealing a silver watch and a razor from the Square and Compass, Drefach, and remarided in custody for three days. David James, of no fixed abode, was similarly re- manded on two charges of larceny of clothing in Llandebie. al AMMANFORD LRBAX LVER BAND.-The annual general meeting of the above band was held at the Band-room on Tuesday evening, tne 12th mst. In the absence of the President (Mr. V. W. Lloyd), Mr. T. Edwards occupied the chair pro tem. ine balance sheet (which covered a period of IS months, ending June 30th, 1913), showed a small balance in hand. The debt which now remains on the instru- ments amounts to £ 163 13s. 7d. The fo owl^| gentlemen were elccted officers for the ensuing LD monthsChairman, Capt. W. H. J0]"18' ?.*Ce" chairman, Mr James Shaw; treasurer, Metropolitan Bank, Ammanford; sub-treasurer, Mr. Hopkm Har- ries, Bettws; secretary, Mr. W. J. Mortimer; assis- tant secretary, Mr. J. Gordon Pnoe; committee, Messrs. Robert Smith, F. Gregory, T. Edwards, Ben. Davies, Thomas Killa, James Armstrong, Al- beri Holmes, W. Lodwig, T. Price, Evan Davies, J. Cresci, and F. Treavett (jun.). The newly- elected Chairman, on taking the chair, said he would do everything in his power on behalf of the band, and expressed the opinion that, witn co-opera- tion on the part of the bandsmen and committee, he did not see there was any reason why their band should not be equal to any in West Wales. It was agreed that in future the secretary (Mr. W. J. Mortimer) should be paid Is. 6d. weekly; and also that the services of the bandmaster (Mr. D. H. Thomas) should be recognised. Mr. Thomas stated ,hat all he desired was the support of the players and committee, and the services of a professional to conduct at contests. It was agreed to adhere to the rules drafted out by the committee some years ago. SEH:OCS ACCIDENT.—On Sunday afternoon, whilst a party of young men were prooeed ng in a trap to Llandilo, they met with a nasty accident. When near the College Inn, distant about four miles from Ammanford. the horse was frightened by a motor cycle (attached to which was a side-car) which came from behind, and the result was that the animal bolted off at a furious rate, and dashed into the hedge. The occupants of the trap were thrown out. and the car completely smashed. The owner (LI. Davies) and one of the party fortunately, escaped with only a severe shaking, but David Wil- liams (29), butcher's assistant, Wind Street. Am. manford. sustained a fracture of the Wg. He was conveyed home in a motor-car which happened to pass at the time of the accident, and his injuries were attended to by Dr. Stewart. CroCKET.-Ammanford v. Garnant.—Played at Garnantt on Saturday, and resulted :n a win for the homesters by 101 runs. Scores:—Ammanford: C. Morris, B. S. Stone, 0; T. Jones, b W. Jenkins, 2; T. J. John, b S. Stone, 0;H. Jones, b W. Jenkins, 0; Isaac Evans, b S. Stone, 0; P. Cooke, b S. Stone, 3; D. Price, c Griffiths, b S. Stone, 6; L. Thomas, b S. Stone, 0; B. D. Howells, b W. Jenkins, 2; Ted Morgan, not out, 3; D. Evans, c Williams, b S. Stone, 0; extras, -6; total, 22. Garnant: H. Evans, b D. Eyans. 26; T. Bevan, b P. Cooke, 0; W. A. Hay, c D. Price, b P. Cooke, 5; H. M. Fuller, o Howells, b Morris, 11; W. J. Williams, b John, 1; S. Stone, b Morris, 0; E. Griffiths, b John, 4; E. Williams, c Morgan, b John, 3; J. Morgan, c Morris b John 20; J. H. Hughes, not out, 0; W. Jenkins, c Price, b Cooke, 8; extras, 15; total, 123.

LLANDOVERY CHAPEL THEATRICALS.—In the remarks of Deputy Chief Constable Evans, as reported in several papers re the production of stage plays and Welsh dramas by amateurs and professionals, the .position is not made quite clear. Dramas can be performed at chapels and vestries without a l cenoe, provided no charge is made for admission, R.t once a charge is made the building is liable to a licence, and those staging and performing the play without it render themselves l.able to heavy penalties. Tho cost of the licence, which is granted by the looal authorities, is 10s. a year. We merely mention this now, as the matter is one of local interest and to warn promoters of the affairs as to the proper course to pursue In future. FAUlt-The attendance at the August fa:r was very poor, and the supply of stock on offer was somewhat limited. Trade in respect to cows and calves was fairly, brisk. These reached from C13 tb £ 16; yearling steers and heifers realized from E7 to £10, and two-year-olds from JB11 to JB13. The horse department was meagerly represented, col- liers being mainly on offer. These sold at from B30 to je55. LECTURE ON JERUSALEM.—At the Williams, Pantv- celvn, Memorial Chapel a lecture on "Jerusalem and its strange scenes" was delivered by Miss Con- stance Dorsi'e, student of Bishop Gobat's School, Mount Zion, and a native of Jerusalem, havin.g spent 28 years there. There was a fairly good at- tendance. SUNDAY SCHOOL ADUTINe.-The different Sundav schools of the town had their annual outing this year to Llanwrtyd Wells, where a very pleasant day was spent on the Abernant grounds, boating on the lake being the chief feature of the day's enjoy- ment. A little rain fell during the morning, and the usual joke was trotted out that it might be due to the presence of our Baptist friends. OMISSION.—We ought to have stated in connec- tion with the names of the ladies who have assisted in making the series of teas at Salem Congrega- tional Church the success they have been. the name of Miss Jones, Brook Cottage, Victoria-street, who supplied the urn and in other ways assisted. FIRE AT A FARM.—The natives were rather alarmed when news reached the town on Thursday that the house and huidings at Abergwenlais Farm, Cilycwm, had caught fire. The members of the fire brigade were at once summoned together, and under their captain, Mr. John Lewis, the borough engineer, hurried to the scene with the borough fire engine. On arriving on the spot, they found that, happily, things were not so bad as they had been pictured. They were, however, serious enough from a financial standpoint to enlist the sympathy J of all for the tenant, Mr. John Hughes. A rick of hay weighing about 25 tons, and a new French galvanized barn were destroyed. The damage is estimated at about 2150.

LLANWRDA OFF TO THE STATES.—Mr. John Davies, Station- road, presided over a well-attended meeting at the Council School on Thursday evening in last week, on the occasion of Mr. Haydn Davies, A.L.C.M., being presented with a purse of gold. Mr. Davies, who hap many friends not only at Llanwrda, but scattered over a very wide area, is leaving for the United States of America. The presentation was a tangible nroof of the esteem and respect in which he is held, and an appreciation of the services he has rendered. Addresses, ept to the occasion, were delivered by the Chairman: Rev. Price, Tabor; Rev. Morgans (curate). and Messrs. Davies, stationmaster; Williams, Tanvcoed; Thomas, Bank- ynos. and others. All bore testimony to .M, Davies' good charactor and the useful services he had rendered, and wished him every success. During the proceedings solos were rendered by Miss E. Lewis. Ton Shop, and Mr. Williams, Tanvcoed. The audience also heartily rendered "for he's a jolly good fellow.' The meeting was brought to a close with the sinsing <~>f "Hen Wind fy Nhadau," the so'o being taken by Mrs. Lewi9, Station-ter- race. Bon voyage.

DREFACH. THE WOOLLEN TRADE.—A meeting of the woollen manufacturers of the district was held on Thursday evening, presided over by Alderman J. Lewis. Meiros H'all, when various mitters pertaining f0 the association and the increase in the price of flannel was discussed. Great strev was laid upon the importance of co-operation, and the doing away with, the old ruinous system of nrice-cntting. The secre- tary (Mr. Daniel James. Green Meadow Mills) was asked to convene a meeting at Peneader for August 1 23rd. when a larpe attendance of both wholesalers and retailers is requested. I

LlANGRANOG CONCERT.—On Friday evening last a grand con- cert was held in the Parish-room, presided over by the rector (Rev. D. Griffiths), when there was a large and fashionable audience. The proceeds, and it is pleasing to note they were substantial, will be devoted towards much needed local improvements. The following programme was gone through:- Pianoforte solo, Miss Cassie Jones; song, Mr. Bertie Evans; 'cello solo, Mr. Herr Beer Schwiller; Bong, Miss Owena Bowen comic song, Mr. Trevor Jones; song, Major Hope; rocitation, Mr. Bruce Jones; chorus song, Master Reginald English; song, Miss Kittie Richards; a ballad. Madame Doorstep. Part II., East Lynne-oleum."

00 CHESTERFIELD ELECTION.-Polling took place at Chesterfield on Wednesday, the result being declared on Thursday as follows:—B. Ken- 'yon (Lib.-Lab.). 7.725; E. Christie (C.), 5,539; J. Scurr (Soc.), 583.

Moored Memories. IN CAMP WITH THE BOY SCOUTS. Reveille this morning comes from three crows. One is perched on top of the tent; the other two are on the ground outside the tent door, engaged in overtures not coiripletcjy friendly. They are on the brink of a quarrel, evidently to the rising joy of the third on the roof, whose remarks, though incoherent to anyone but a crow, are obviously of an inflam- matory character. I never knew until now that a crow had su.:h a range of self expression. I observe that the crow is worth studying he has a tempera- ment. gj. The onlooker. on the roof is evidently fltluated by the extremes of envy and malice. The two below are breakfasting, seemingly from the same worm, and there is quite clearly a serious shortage of worm. Such a situation was never better expressed than by these two birds. I almost envy their choice and command ol language. It is all very interesting, this new light on bird language which you can only get when lying close to and unobserved .by them. But it is only 5.0 a.m., and this preposterous wrangle, under the very nose of the camp, has robbed one of two hours fine iQst. Only a Boy Scout could sleep through it. Step outside the tent with your eyes wide open and see what God will send you! Pyjamas are an ample protection against the mild, perfumed air, the short turf clings to the feet with a cool, moist touch. On one sftle the panorama of green hijis-a darker green until the sun comes—ending in the suggestion of Worms Head, scarcely to be seen at all; on the other side the white cottages of Llanstephan, twink- ling sleepily with the rare old ruined castle watch- ing overhead: Whirly Point sweeping sharply back into a creek from the far end of which Laugharne is caught napping in a wisp of sunlight which has somehow found its way there through the curtain of mist which hangs at halfway up the cliffs, as though Mother Nature had pinned it up out of the way of her morning broom. The cliffs of Carmarthen Bay carry the eye down to where Tenby is hiding. That piece of grey adjoining, it it be such, is Caldey, where the monks are getting ready to pray for the world which is near waking point. All in between lies the quiet grey sea, which has been creeping up since dawn with hardly a sound, and is now sighing, fragrant and restful, at your feet, as though holding itself in reserve for the heat which is to come. Out on the Cefn Sidan sands the "white horses" are playing a subdued leapfrog. Faintly you can hear them, booming gently, in tune with this glorious August morning-" the great chant of eternity," faintly musical this morning, but how easily changed to the savage symphony of immi- nent Death! Wanderers from their native county, whether poor and distressed, prosperous and happy, who know this spot so well, what would you give to see it to-day? Two sharp, peremptory blasts of a whistle, a short interval and then a bugle sounds a sleepy and somewhat halting reveille, and in a few minutes the camp of the Boy Scouts is humming with brisk life. Stripped to the waist, the boys are sousing themselves in buckets, while the fragrance of hot sausages comes floating along from the cook-house. The mists have all gone, the sun is mounting in business-like fashion to his glorious task of flooding the world with vitality, the bay is filled to the brim with shining green sea, the Scouts' day has begun. See the Scout Law in operation under the constant and tactful eye of the Scoutmaster and his assistants and you will agree that the ocout movement is the finest thing that could have happened to boys. It is based on personal honour, loyalty to the Sovereign, mutual service, friendship, courtesy, kindness and obedience, cheerfulness and thrift. "Be prepared" is the Scouts motto, and what oode of rules could better prepare him for active service in the battle of life? It is the teaching of the Master himself, precipitated from the dilute religion of the day and worked into the stuff that men are made of. "A Scout's duty is to be useful and to help others." So says the Chief Scout and you might have seen, and having seen, wondered at. the fidelity with which this injunction is carried out. In this camp, there was a rare oppor- tunity for observation. The kindness and fore- thought of the Scoutmaster had given a very junior little Scout, unable for the present to help himself, an opportunity of sharing ail the giories of a real camp; and to see the unaffected way in which bigger boys sacrificed their own pleasure for the young- ster's sake, was to lead one to the severest -If- searching. Soldiers indeed are these, and how could they be more formidably armed for the battle of life than with Love and Charity? The day's work goes breezily on; out blankets and bedding in the sun, then band practice, and drill till 1.0 o'clock, when dinner comes in the guise of roast beef, new potatoes, cabbage, and excellent rice pudding, and no shortage ui any. Afterwards play, with the finest playground in Wales close at hand. How few know the glories of St. Ishmael's and Cefn Sidan sands! The tide has gone out quietly over Carmarthen bay, leaving pools from ankle deep to six feet deep, with water that has grown warm under the sun's vigour. Flounder in these, one after the other, all the afternoon, and you will agree when you get back to camp, that kippers for tea are an ecstasy An hour or two more and the sun, red with its axertions of the day, dips down behind Laugharne; supper, served out with a lavish hand, comes at lamplight; prayers; high spirits show signs of flagging, there is a desultory procession from the oook-house to the tents, and the day of the Scout is ending. A fluffy and dishevelled moon barely shows the row of tents and the black mass of the old fort; a dark little figure mounts quickly to the bank where the flagstaff stands, and the hills around echo the sound of the Last Post, that final call which comes to every soldier, whether lying under arms for his country's sake or serving in the battle of life. It warns the soldier that his day is over and that he must put out his light; but sometimes it means that the light is indeed out, that the little soldier has marched on-to the next Caml- L. G.

MYDRIM MARRIAGE.-A pretty wedding, but quiet on ac. count of family bereavement, took place at St. David's Church, Carmarthen, on Tuesday last when Mr. Albert Davies, Pontardawe, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Miss Annie Phillips, daughter of Mrs. Phillips, Mydrim, and a niece of Mr. Phillips. Penllwyn-park, Carmarthen. The bride, who was charmingly attired in a dress of pale blue silk, with black hat with large ostrich feather, was given away by Mr. Ernie Davies (brother of the bridegroom), and the best man was Mr. Sidney Edmunds, Pontardawe. The ceremony was per- formed by the Rev. Griffith Thomas (vicar), and at the close of the service the wedding party drove to the Boar's Head Hotel, Carmarthen, where Mrs. Phillips held a reception. Amongst those present were Mrs Davies, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Davies Garnant; Mr. and Mrs. E. Davies, Newport Pem. • Mrs. Davies (aunt of the bridegroom); Mr. Davies, manager of the Glanrhyd Tinplate Works, Pontar- dawe; Mrs. Davies and Miss Davies; Miss Thomas, Pontardawe; Mrs. Jenkins, Priorv-street, Carmar- then; etc. Later in the afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Albert Davies left for London en route for Brussels, where the honeymoon is being spent. Both bride and bridegroom were the recipients of many costly presents. J

„ s UANCADOCK HORSE SHOW.—The Llangadock Horee Show will be held next Thursday. 28th inst. The prices have been greatly increased, and exceptionally good horses from a distance are expected. The secretary is Mr. Dan, IF. James, Frondeg, a member of the firm of Wm. and Walter James and Son, auctioneers, Swansea, Llanjlovery, Llangadock and Llandilo.

Boy SCOUTS' CAMP.—The Carmarthen Boy Scouts broke camp yesterday afternoon after a most suc- cessful and enjoyable training which was begun on the Saturday week previous. The boys look in the pink of condition and have been extremely well looked after and catered for under the direction of Scoutmaster F. G. Humphreys Parents and friends may be interested to know what is a fair sample of a day's feeding and work at the camp: 7.0 a.m. reveille; 8, prayers and roll call, breakfast of sausages, bread, butter and jam, tea; drill, band practice, &c.; 1.0 p.m., dinner, hot roast beef (and plenty of it), potatoes, cabbage, milk puddings; afternoon free for play. &c.; 5.0 p.m., tea, cake bread, butter and jam, cockles, &c., or kippers; evening, march out and driil; 9.0 p.m. supper, co ee, biscuits, cheese, &c., prayers, roll call; 10 p.m., Last Post, "lights out." The statement that the boys have been short of food is entirely without founda- tion-eithcr a misunderstanding or an invention. The food supply has been more than ample and ol the best kind, well cooked. On both Sunday even- ings an interesting religious service was held and largely attended by the public, and there were several enjovable "camp fire" concerts. On Thursday, the 14th' inst., sports were held in fine weather, when the prizes were distributed by Miss Kathleen Lewis (daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Lewis). WEDDING.—The wedding took place at the Taber- nacle Chapel, Carmarthen, on W ednesdav of Miss Harriet Mary Hughes (eldest daughter of Mr. \\111- liam Hughes, contractor, Glanamman). and Mr. Arthur Williams. Glanamman ((third son of Mr. Moses Williams). The Rev. John Thomas (Bethesda) assisted by the Rev. Ungoed Thomas (Carmarthen), officiated. The bride was attired m ivory repp. silk, with a velour hat trimmed with ostrich featheis. The bridesmaids, who were dressed in saxe mousse- line de soie. with hats to match, were yisj A Hughes, headmistress at Rhos Conned School W rex ham. Miss Ursula Hughes. Council Schools, G^aun -aen-urwen (sisters of the bride) and Miss H. Saph. Carmarthen (cousin). Mr. Jonn Swansea, was the best man, and Mastei Arthi Francis Williams, Swansea (nephew), acted a-s page. The bride was given away by her father. After the wedding breakfast Mr. and Mrs. Arthur ttri- liams left on a motor tour in the English lake district en route for Scotland and back through the Midlands. Mr. Williams is a member of the Llan- dilo Board of Guardians.