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TALGARTH.
TALGARTH. For New Spring Goods see D. Jones & Co.'s display this week. FIRST TALGARTH MAN KILLED IN THE WAR —News was received on the 5th inst. that Private John Watkins, Royal Welsh Fusiliers, bad been killed in action. He was the son of Mr Walter Watkins, shepherd at the Brecon and Radnor Asylum, for whom great sympathy is felt. On Sunday evening the Talgarth Bell- ringers rang a muffled peal in honour of deceased, be being the first Talgartb man to be killed in action in the present war. MOTHERS' UNION.—On Wednesday week the local branch of the Mothers' Union held its annual festival. There was a special service in St. Gwendoline's Church, at which over 30 associates and members were present, and an address on "Home Life" was given by the Vicar (Rev. D. Williams). After the service the ladies adjourned to the Church Hal), where ti-a was provided. Mrs Payne Evans, Bronllvs Castle Mrs Jayne, Glanhelig Mrs J Mills, Tyrbryn and Mrs Perry Price, Cross House, presided at the tables. DEATH OF MRS W. GWYNNE,—-We regret to record the death of Mrs Gwynne, wife of Mr William Gwynne, coai merchmt, of Crescent H ouse. Deceased, who had been a great sufferer, succumbed to ao attack of paeumouia oa Satur- day laet, at the age of 68 She was buried yesterday (Wednesday) in the Congregational burial ground, the minister (Rev. Rees Price) officiating, and there was a large number of friends present. The principal mourners were Mr Gwynne (husband). Mr Leslie Gwynne (son), and Mrs D. L. Edwards and Mrs Allport (daughters), and a number of neighbours. TRADESMEN'S MEETING.—On Friday evening last a meeting of Talgarth tradesmen was held in the Town Hall, and there was a representative evidence. The Rev. Rees Price was voted to the chair. Mr Jno. Parry, C.C., spoke of the advisability of altering the time of closing of shops, especially when Talgarth Fair day fell on a Wednesday (the early closing day). It was resolved that al! shops should close ou Tuesday afternoon instead of Wednesday on any occasion when Talgarth Fair day fell on the latter day. and that the Secretary (Mr W. Jones) inform Tmpecto Campbell (the Shops Act inspector for Breconshire) of their decision. It was also resolved that all .shops close at 7 o'clock every night except Saturday, when the closing time is to he 9 o'clock. WEDDING A very pretty wedding took place on Wednesday, the 5ih inst, at St Gwen- doline's Church, that of Mr Leslie Powell, second son of the late Mr J J Powell and of Mrs Powell, Tower Hotel, and Miss Marian (May) Peace Jones, daughter of Mr and Mrs Peace Jones, Casile Hotel, Talgarth. Mr Albert Jones (brother), Nottingham, in the unavoid. able iiiness of his father, gave the bride away. The bridesmaid was Miss Clementine Powell (sislqr of the bridegroom), and there were two pages, Miss Gweneth Powell and Master Reggie Prosser. Mr W. Powell (brother of the bride- groom) was best mau The breakfast was partaken of at the Castle Hotel by relatives and immediate friends, including the Vicar (Rev D. Williams), who performed the cere. mony. The happy pair left by motor car for Swansea, where the honeymoon is being spent. There were a number of useful presents FARMERS' UNION. A meeting of the Talgarth branch of the Brecon and. Radnor Farmers' Union was held at the Tower Hotel on Saturday evening. Present Messrs J Walters (chairman), Jenkin Evans (vice- chairman), D Evans, Mervyn Davies, Stephens, T Gnillim, John Turner, Rickett Price, Jones (Brecbfa), Mr James (Whole house), and the Secretary (Mr W. James). The Secretary reported that Mr R Richards, of Velinnewydd, bad become an honorary member of the branch. A letter was read from the Board of Agricul ture urging on farmers the desirability of allowing their workmen to keep pigs and poultry. Aid. Mervyn Davies made an appeal for contributions towards the Allies Agricul- tural Relief Fund for the ruined farmers of Belgium, France and Serbia. From the pro- ceeds of the last jumble sale it was decided to give £10 to the Allies Agricultural Relief Fund and 240 to the British Farmers' Red Cross Fund.
DEVYNOCK.
DEVYNOCK. LIVE STOCK INSURANCE -Nofll is the time to insure mares in toal iu any of tbi, firpt ciass companies. Apply for particulars to Wm. Williams, Bryncelyn, Sennybridge, or 6, Bulwark', Brecon. SPECIAL PREACHING SERVICES. Special preaching services were held in Sion Baptist chapel, Sennybridge, on the afternoon and evening of the 5th inst., when impressive sermons were delivered both in English and Welsh by the Revs Thomas Morgan (Skewenj and D Morgan (Barry Dock).. A collection was made at the close of each service in aid of the Church funds. TEMPERANCE MEETING. —A very interesting as well as instructive address upon temperance was delivered on Thursday evening at Trinity Calvinistic Methodist chapel, by the Rev W Morgan, Baptist minister, Skewen. The chair was taken by the Rev Rhys Williams, Congregational minister. The attendance was fair. DRAMATIC ENTERTAINMENT.—An entertainment was given in the Market Hall on Saturday evening in aid of the funds of the Brecon County and Borough Infirmary by Mr T J Parry's Amateur Company from Brecon, who performed the farcical comedy "Oh Susannah." An efficient orchestra, under the conductorship of Mr H Marshall (Brecon). played several selections of music, which contributed very much to the success of the evening. The hall was filled to its utmost capacity before the proceedings com- menced and many were only too glad to have standing room. People came from long distances and a very substantial sum must have been obtained for a noble and deserving institution. All the performers executed their various parts in a very creditable manner and their efforts were much appreciated by the large audience and we hope that they will include a visit to Senny Bridge in their next itinerary. The following was the caste of the play Dr Sheppard, Mr T J Parry Lieutenant Andrew Merry, R.N., Mr 00 Andrews; the Hon Wa verley Vane, Mr A Leonard Mr Plfmt, Mr A Jolly Tupper, Mr W E Jones Miss Susannah Sheppard, Miss L Lewis Flora, Miss Elsie Tyler; Ruby and Pearl, Mrs J Edge and Mrs A Jolly Mrs O'Hara, Mrs T J Parry Aurora, Mrs W E Jones. ACCIDENT.-A serious accident occurred on Sunday evening, about the time that the inhabitants were proceeding to the various places of worship, to a young woman named Mary Moses, who is in service at Pantglas with Mr and Mrs Stephens. She was riding a bicycle down the school pitch, which is a rather steep one, when the machine got beyond her control, and she was dashed with great force against the wall of a field at the bottom of it. She was carried to the residence of her uncle Mr Pugh, James terrace, Devynriock, who lives near the scene of the accident, and Dr J Jeffreys was immediately sent for. When he arrived he found that she had sustained a very serious injury to her knee cap. On Tuesday morning she was removed to the Brecon Infirmary by motor-car. Miss Moses is the daughter of Mr Robert and Mrs Moses, Crynant.
BRYNMAWR
BRYNMAWR THE \OLUNTEERB.—la oar report of toe Quarter Sessions last week Mr E Pine- Gordon wes, through the difficulty of hcbr'ng h. he County 8&:i, wúde to any thai ibe Br j Muaawr VolutsU'.r Corps had diubao-.k-.t. What be ttfiiaaily e»i i was iibat ihe-y bit beeu o much discouraged that they bad been dormant. The corps pax&dec recently to wel- j com" h-ma- i MoldjVr wbo bad been a ti)- D ( M STAIXER'S "CRUCIFIXION" SUNG 4T THE PARISH CHURCH. S. Mary's Parish Church was crowded with an appreciative audience on Sunday after- noon last, when an impressive rendering of Stainer's "Crucifixion" was given by Mrs W T Ang 11 ana party. Thi artistes, who acquitted themselves admirably, were Mr W T Angell, Misses Ph. Davies and M Coslett (soprano). Mrs x Thomas, Misses Gladys Smith, E & A M Jones (contralto), Messrs Gwyn Jones & L A Coslett (tenor), Messrs G Price and W T -Ingell (bass). The duett "So Thou liftest Thy Divine Petition," (Messrs Jones & Angell) and the ever popular quartette "God so loved the World" will not readily be forgotten by the congregation, which comprised the leading musicians of the town and neighbourhood. Mr L Lewis presided at the organ with his usual ability. The ofiertory, amounting to R6 Is, was given to the Blaina District Hospital. t.
HAY.
HAY. BREDWARDINE PETTY SESSIONS.—Held at Hay on Monday, before Messrs W Mortimer Baylis and C E Tunnard Moore, Thomas Davies, farmer, of The Bage, Dorstone, admitted riding a bicycle on the 1st instant without a rear lamp, and was fined Is. -CHILDREN'S COURT.-Albert Lloyd, aged 11 years, was charged at a Court for Juveniles ou Monday with breaking and entering a dwelling-house and stealing a clock and other articles. The boy, who pleaded guilty, was discharged on the father undertaking to birch him. OTTERS,—Otters have been seen in the I River Wye from the Warren. SOCIAL.—A social gathering was held at the Liberal Club Rooms on Tuesday evening, under the auspices of the Presbyterian Church. I COAL CLUB-The Parish Hall Coal Club was re-opened on Monday morning last. LENTEN SERVICE.-The Rev. E. It. Jenner, rector of Llangasty-Talyllyn, continued his dis- courses on the Beatitudes at the Parish Church on Wednesday evening. The service was choral and there was a good oongregation. The Vicar cf Hay preached at Llangasty the same evening MILITARY "QUICK CHANGE.'J—Private Hqrry Webb, son of Mr and Mrs Harry Webb, of Church St, who joined the 3rd Batt. South Wales Borderers a little over 10 weeks ago, has during that time seen some changes. After be- ing with the S W B a short time, he was trans- ferred to a Service Battalion of the Shropshire Light Infantry, then was sent to join the 18th Battalion of the Cheshire Regiment; and at the present moment finris himself "some,where in France." SUCCESS OF A FORMER RESIDENT.-The many friends of Mr Morgan Williams, formerly of Swan terrace and who came to Hay from Llan- dovery with the late Mr Griffiths of Church street, will be pleased to learn that he continues to give great satisfaction as steward to the mem- bers of the new Tredegar Conservative Club. He left Hay to take up this post some years ago As showing the success which has attended the club, new premises were erected and furnished last August at a cost of about JE2 000 and in reporting the proceedings of an interesting gathering held at the club recently the "Glamorgan County Times" says "The club also possesses a very popular steward and stewardess "BAD FOR THE COO" AND FOR THE RAILWAY COMPANY.-At Hay County Court on Saturday —before Judge William Evans.—Mr H. Sharpe, farmer, of Whitney-on-Wye, brought an action against a Midland Railway Company for J622, the value of a cow which broke through a hedge on to the line and was killed. Mr Hopkins, instructed by Mr Easton, solicitor, of Leominster, was for the plaintiff, and Mr Turner for the Railway Company. The case was heard before a jury. In summing up the Judge put before the jury three questions which he thought should weigh with them in coming to a decision—was the hedge in proper repair ? Was there any negligence on the part of the plaintiff ? Were the circumstances at the time abnormal ? To each of these queries the jury replied in the negative and judgment was given for the full amount claimed. URBAN DISTRICT TRIBUNAL.—The Hay Urban District Tribunal met at Mr R T Griffiths's office on Friday last when there were present Rev J J deWinton (chairman), Messrs F Cadman, J M Maddy, J F Davies and T E James (clerk). Mr Reece Morris was present as Military Representative. The only applica- tion for exemption was that of William Henry Davies, aged 28, of 7, Bear street, Hay, described as head clerk and head of the timber department of the firm of Messrs Williams and Sons, Ltd. He bad attested at Brecon and owing to a permanent injury to the right arm he had been passed for home service only. MrJames Cater, managing director of the .firm of Messrs Williams and Sons, Ltd., appealed on behalf of the firm for temporary exemption to be granted for six months. Mr Cater said be should cot have applied had he been able to get a man or woman to do the work. He bad advertised but bad received no applications. He bad succeeded in getting ladies for other departments and they were doing very well, but of course their work had to be checked. It was a very serious time for them just now and they bad bard work to carry on. He bad already gone over the ground of the difficulties which the firm was experiencing owing to so many of their men having joined the colours. Being the end of the quarter, that too made it very awkward for tbem.-Mr Maddy How long do you want the adjourn- ment for ?—Mr Cater I have asked for six months but I must leave it to you gentlemen to do the best you can for us. It would make matters extremely difficult for us, for him to have to go now.-The members conferred and it was decided to grant a temporary exemption till May 3rd.
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Brecon Vicar Honoured. PRESENTATIONS AT BRYNMAWR. A well attended meeting was held at the Church schools, Brynmawr, on Thursday, the Rev F C Oswell, vicar, presiding" at which the Rev J Simon, B A., vicar of St. David's Brecon, and until recently Vicar of Brynmawr, was thp recipient of several presentations as a token of regard and appreciation of his labours in the parish. Mr J E Davies and Mr H J Evans spoke of the splendid work Mr Simon had done for the Church and the town of Brynmawr, and Supt. Hand pre- sented the rev. gent. with Dummerlow's "Bible Commentary," Hastings's "Dictionary of the Bible" and a wallet of Treasury notes, on behalf of the parishioners, and friends. The Rev A G Rees, on behalf of the members of Church House Club, presented Mr Simon, who founded the club, with a silver cigarette case. In replying the Rev J Simon spoke gratefully of the loyal co-operation he had received from the people of the town. The Rev R Lewis, vicar of Nantyglo, Mr J Crump, Mr John Rhydderch (on beha the War Committee) and Mr Lewis Lewis (head- master of the Church School) also spoke.
Bredwardine Rural Tribunal.
Bredwardine Rural Tribunal. The members of this Tribunal met at Hay on Tuesday. Mr D F Powell was in the chair, and others present were Rev. G Leigh Spencer, and Messrs H Yorath, R T Breeze, D Wall, J Hargest, and D A Prosser. Mr T E Williams was also present as Military Representative. Mr H Morgan, of the Wheat Sheaf, Hay, applied for absolute exemption of Charles Williams, aged 38 years, of Church Farm, Cusop, employed by him in felling timber, on the ground that the man was cutting pit props on a Government contract, and that it would be impossible to carry on the work if more men were taken. The Military Representative was of opinion that it was no longer necessary that the man should continue in civil employment. Temporary exemption was granted till August 31st. Benjamin Taylor, aged 23, farmer, of The Court, Dorstone, applied for absolute exemption on the grounds that he was a farmer and employer of labour. His farm was 190 acres in extent. He* had six horses, two unbroken colts, 57 cattle, and 160 sheep. Before the war he had four men usually employed full time, and three (two attested and one appealed for) now. The Military Representative's observations were that it was no longer in the national interest that applicant should remain in civil employment. He had other me.n, and he suggested that he should obtain, if possible, the services of some relative as responsible manager, and further assistance of boys and women. Absolute exemption was granted. In all seven cases for exemption were dealt with as follows :-Absolute 1, temporary 4, refused 2. Applications by the Military Representative with regard to all the starred single men in the district were also dealt with. Applications by the M. R. fcr the review of certificates of exemption were also considered, and in some cases the certificates were varied.
CEFN COED.
CEFN COED. LOCAL OFFICER AT HOME WOUNDED.—Captain R. T. Evaos, llih Bait. (2ud GwEnt) S.W.B., who w R wounded iu Gcdotl in France, is home at Cefn cn sick lesvp. Io September, 1914, Captain Efans relinquished his position as Eco7jomic Assif-t mt to Mr.—now Lical,Col.- D.j-vid D'viea, M.P., Liandinatn, in order to enlist ia the Ro..al Welsh Fusiliers In Dec. be wan granted a commission in the South Wales Borderers,soon gained a first lieutenancy, and then the rank of Caphin in May, 1915. When bow the rnUl of tue- new armies behave in actiou, be said that i; inuafc be remembered that these men never meant to be professional soldiers. They are in the Army for a purpose, and that purpose is to uphold the honour of their coaiitry. Havicg this exalted purpose, their whula • behaviour is cbarac'e/ised by fe purjtannical erimness, and really they remind one very forcibly of the men of Cromnell's army. One aotes a strong under- current d idoaliem, and to such men there oan be no cessation of hostilities until victory is attained. With regard to the enemy's supplies of ammunition, he said that the Germans wasted none, but when required they seemed to possess plenty; thrift does not always bespeak poverty. Discussing the possibility of the termination of the war, being brought about by economic pressure on Germany, Captain Evans said he did not know that he possessed any special competence to make any statement beyond a fairly extensive book knowledge erf economic life in Germany in pre-war days. It always has been, and still is, his personal opinion that the decisive factor in determining the issue of this Armageddon is the military factor. He thinks that victory, beyond doubt, is assured. He has reasons for the belief that it is physically impossible for the Allies to be defeated. But quite apart from any actual evidence which might be adduced, out there one has a partially instinctive feeling of im- pending change—it is one of those sentiments that go below the rational faculty of one's nature. "I, cannot Explain it, but there it is, and it animates all of us in our military endeavours." As to what Captain Evans thinks of conscientious objectors, he said, I am afraid I am not sufficiently interested in them to be able to form an estimate of the sincerity of their opinions. One cannot, however, but feel saddened by the foolish drivel talked by certain individuals. One misses the lofty idealism which animated us in the first months of the war. I have a dread-and I, know that I am not alone in its possession—lest if we perish (which is of little concern) there should perish with us those ideals of a saner international life for which we went out to fight."
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COUNTY TIMES" FIXTURE LIST Friday, April 14th..—Stamiiug Joint 8vd Main Roads Committees. Monday, April 17th.-Coauty Finanoe, Men lai Deficiency, and Special Suuaturium I Commiitee; Monday, April 24 ,h.—Whist Drive and Dance for Waifa and Strays Society, Schoolroom, Llangorse, 7-30 p.m Ft z ■: u'}, A pal 28 !r,.—E-?ac:.itio::> Authority, County CJovn.-oi- (npeoia!) Ccunty R- t Basis I t a a Cuttjmit;* e. Thursday, May 4Ah.—Amatuyc Dramatic I Perfor:n.iiic- ,.t: Guild Ha'!), Barton, iu aid of Br, con Infirmary. Friday, M-iv 5 !>.—Caouty Council. Wednesday, May 10th.— County War Fund Committee. PRINTED and Published by Tate BaBooN COUNT* TIMES LIMITED at the Bulwark and Lion Street, Brecon, in the County of Brecknock,
THURSDAY, APRIL 13th, 1916,
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! BRECON.
BRECON. MOTOR CAR FOR HIRE.-Ha,fald P. Piston 21, High Street. All classes of repairs execoted. THE Sunshine of Your Smile" will oe apparent to all if you make your pjrehasus at Wise's Toilet Depot, 34, High Street., Brecon. Acetone Lotion stops hair falling, 2/6 Bottle. HOSPITAO FOR FOUNTAIN PENS.—Any make pen quickly and cheaply repaired.-A. Hughes & bon, Stationers. FOR Chaff Cotters, Turnip Cutters stid all Agricultural Implements, Meredith and Sous, Implement Warehouse, the Gaiile Market, Brecon. The West Breoonshire Farmers' Association Ltd., 8, Ship Street, Brecon, dealers in coal, lime, manure, 3flour, corn, mpal, agricultural implements and ironmongery of ev-ry d■•«crip. tiori. Branches :—SennybriVlge, Cradoc, T ily- llyu.andTalybont on-Usk. Deliveries arranged byil ^iwn carts. Prices on application. J "r TO REMIND YOU.—Sow now onions, pa' ips, broad beans, etc. To prevent dis. appointment buy your seed from Wildiogt Seedsman, Brecon. Telephone 92. LADIES.—You can keep your hnnds beauti- fully soft and white and your complexion per- fect by using" Rosaline Cream." 6d., 1?., 29. Sold only by Gwillim, chemist, Brecon. PERSONAL. Inspector R. Evans, of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to.Children, has been awarded tb; "merit class" by the Genera! Council of the Society. SEED POTATOES, a grand assortment, all hand picked, at lowest prices.—MEREDITH & SONS, Stores, Brecon. A NIGHT OFF. The Brecon Borough Tribunal did not sit on Thursday evening last, there being uo cases waiting for decision. CHURCH PARADE. Last Sunday's parade of the Military to Church was one of the largest seen in Brecon for some time. There were a very large number of men in attendance, the procession extending from the Barracks nearly to the botto of the Watton pitch. MILITARY NEWS.—It is understood that a large number of men are to be brought to Brecon this week, to make up the' 3rd line of the South Wales Mounted Biigade. CHEMISTS' EARLIER CLOSING." PUBLIO NOTICE. From Monday, April 24th, the following Chemists are closing their respective establishments as follows :-Mor-days, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7 30 p m. Wednesdays, I p m. Fridays, 8pm Saturdays, 9 30 p.m.—Signed, WALTER GWILLIM, FRANK L. STANTON, WILLIAM TUDOR. PERSONAL.—Mr A. J. Glover, who has been superintendent for the Prudential Assurance Company at Brecon for the last six years, has been promoted to the Eastleigh district, near Southampton. He leaves to take up his new appointment today (Thursday), and will be succeeded by Mr F. Lambert, of Wrexham. THE REV. R. H. CHAMBERS.—We are glad to learn that the Rev R H Chambers, head. master of Christ College, who has been somewhat seriously ill,suffering from pneumonia, is slightly better. ANNIVERSARY.—Anniversary services were held on Sunday last in connection with the Glamorgan street (C, chapel, when the Rev D Arthur Davies, of Llandrindod Wells, was the special preacher. There were large congre- gations both morning, afternoon and evening, The organist was Miss Phillips. MISSION WORI.At Church House on Sunday evening last, the Rev A H Haigu, representative of the 8t Andrew's Waterside Mission, London, gave a. most interesting address on the work of the Mission in sea port towns. The chair was taken by Mr J P Joaes- Powell, aud there was a good attendance. GARDEN SEEDS of the finest quality at lowest price at MEREDITH & SONS, The Stores, Brecon. Price list on application. O.E.M.S.-At the monthly men's meeting on Sunday afternoon in connection with the C.E M.S. a very instructive address was delivered by the Rev E L Jenner, rector of Llangasty-Talyllyn. THE ISOLATION HOSPITAL.—The military authorities have given up possession of the isolation hospital, the outbreak of measles at the Barracks and Slwch Camp having been suppressed.- THE RESERVOIR.—According to the Sur. veyor's report to the Town Council on Tuesday the reservoir has beea thoroughly cleaned out at a cost of £ 35. There has not been a similar, cleaning before fcr over 30 years. UNITED SERVICE.-The monthly service under the auspices of the Free Churcaes was held in Bethel Hall on Monday evenicg, when Prof. Miall Edwards presided and pave an address on, "Unity." JUMBLE SALE.-On Wednesday -afternoon, the 5h inst., a largely attended jumble sale took place in Kensi gton schoolroom, and a splendid sum was realised. The stalls were presided over by the rfollowing ladies :-Mrs Emlyn Jones (secretary), Mrs R G Thomas, Mrs R T Powell, Mrs C E Blank, Mrs A W Cotton, Mrs Williams (Pendre), Mrs Williams (gtruet), Mrs Phillips, Misses M Powell, Agnes Williams, Meredith, Ferris, Walters, Ethel Walters, Fontaine, Lewis and Williams. Messrs W A Wright, E M Meredith, W D Griffith, Williams and Rev R G Thomas assisted. Following the sale, the workers were enter- tained to an excellent tea by Mrs W D Griffith (London and Provincial Bank) and Mrs Jenkins (Watton). EASTER FLOWERS. EASTER FLOWERS.— Floral Wreaths and Crosses at shortest notice. -Quarrell, Brecon. Telephone 74. DEATH OF AN OLD INHABITANT.-We regret to announce the death of Miss A. Jones, 11, Bowen terrace, Brecon, wbo, after being in failing health for some time, passed peacefully away, in her 80th jear, on March 31st. By her death, another link with the past life of our town is broken, and many friends will regret to bear of her demise. The funeral took place at the Cemetery on April 3rd, Rev H. J. Church Jones oiffciating. The chief mourners were Miss M. Jones (sister), Mrs Williams (niece), Llaufair Grange, Llandovery; Mr Evans (nephew), Penrheol House, Merthyr, and Miss Hugbes, Summerfield, Brecon. There were numerous and beautiful wreaths. Much sym- pathy is felt with Miss Jones and Mrs Davies in their bereavement. CANTERBURY Bells, Sweet Williams, Polyan- thus, Forget-me-not, for present planting, now ready.—QUARRELL, High street, Brecon. BRECON INFIRMARY ACKNOWLEDGMENTS.— Eggs aud flowers, Mrs Cross; eggs, Mrs Davies, Talybont; cakes, Miss Bevan; flowers, Mrs Graham Clarke, Mrs Hammond Spencer; papers, Miss Tuck, Mrs Senior, Mr Mitchell (Glyn Celyn) books, Miss G Molyneux Thomas; dressing gown and slippers, Miss K Garnons Williams. WELL DONE THE BUFFS -In tte Grand Secretary's annual report for the Mertbyr and district Provincial Graud Lodge R.A 0 B., it is stated that the Lodge which has been affected to the greatest extent by the War crisis is the Usk Lodge, Brecon, upwards of 100 of their most regular attendants having joined the Colours. MILITAKY FUNGAL.—The death took place last Thursday at Sheffield of Pte Cliffe Lewis, of the Brecknockshire Battalion SoRth Wales Bor4«?9^ after a comparatively short illness. Deceased was the son of Mr" Lewis Jones, Newnii.rch street, Llanfaes, and joined the Brecknocks after the outbreak of the war. The body was bcought to Brecon from Sheffield on Mond y afternooa. and the funeral, which was militarv in character, took place yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon, at St. David's Churchyard, Llanfaes. The bant' and a firing party from the Depot S.W.B. were in attendance, the bearers being ihe staff of the Brecknocks stationed at Brecon. A number of the members of the Llanfaes Boy Scouts, of which deceased was formerly a member, also attended. The Vioar (the Rev John Simoq) officiated. At the close of the service in churoh Miss Florrie Evans played The Dead March in Safil." The officers present were Cantain Vigars, Captain H. Graystone, and Captain Mavrojani. There were several wreaths.
BRECONSHIRE WAR ITEMS.
BRECONSHIRE WAR ITEMS. Second-lieutenant R D Allsopp, South Wales Borderers, has been wounded. Lieuts. Edward Gill and Stuart Evans, of the South Wales Borderers, were decorated with the Military Cross by bis Majesty the Kicg at Buckingham P-lace on tbe 5th inst. Lieut. J H C Griffiths, South Wtiles Borlerers, is offi ially reported wounded. Second-Lieutenants N Evans and H Wylie have been transferred from a reserve to a regular battalion of the South Wales Borderers as temporary officers. The following gentlemen cadets from the Royal Military College have been gazetted second-lieutenants in the South Wales Borderers:—H G Thomas, E L Farnall, J E Harries, S B G Simons, R 0 M Jones, and E A Jarvis. Captain Charles Steward, South Walfii3 Borderers, was deoorate3 with the Military Cross by his Majesty the King at Buckingham Palace on Saturday. Lieutenant J. Peredur, Owen, Royal Welsh Fosiliern, second son of the Bishop of St. David's, was at Buckingham Palace on Satnr- day decorated by tbe King with tbe Military Cross, awarded to him for gallant and dis- tinguished service in tbe field. Secoiod.Li--uteiar..r-t D. T. Raikes, South Wales Borderers Special Reserve, on probation, has been confirmed in his rank. Captain H. C. W. Williams, cf the South Wales Borderers, has been wounded. The mother of Private H. Plevcy, 1st Brecknockshire Battalion Sooth Wales Borderers, formerly employed by Major- General Curteis, of Gianyrafon, Crickbowell, has at last received a letter from him. Pte. Plevey was m&^ij « prisoner by the Turks in tbe engagement which tbe Brecknocks bad with them at Labej ne&r Aden in Jane last year. It appears that be is cow at Sana, near Constantinople, and is in good health. He speaks well of the tre^ment be receives at the hands cf the Turks. The Brecon Chamber of Trade send Pte. Plevey one of the Prisoners' Comforts parcel every month. Major Andrew G. Board, of the Sooth Wales Borderers, who for some time has been attached to tbe Royal Flying Corps, has been promoted wmy commander from squadron commander, and to be temporary lieutenant* colonel whilst so employed. Second Lieutenant Willie R. Morgan, South Wales Bordere-rs, has been killed in action. Htj obtained his commission in May of last year. He Wfcs the son of liIr. Jobu Morgan, of Islwyn Street, Abercarc, and had recently been awarded tbe Military Cross for bravery in res- cuing a wounded soldier under fire. Lieutenant Morgan bad only just returned to the froLt after being granted a week's leave. He was presented with a Certificate of Honour by tbe Abercarn District Council, a gold watch by tbe officials of the Celynen Collieries, and a cheque by tbe directors of tbe Newport.Aberoarn Steam Coal Company. Twenty-four yearp of age, be was edacftttd at Pontywaun Secondary School, Risca, and was on the clerical staff of Celyneu Collieries, Newbridge. He was also a member of the Abercarn Rugby Football and Crioket Clubs, and was well known in Monmouthshire. His brother, Lieutenant Tom Morgan, is inva- tided home from the Dardanelles. Brecknocks in Cross Country Race. A Military Cross Coontry Race, organised by tbe 2nd London Rifle Brigade, took place u Somewhere in EDland" on March 29.h. Several Welsh teams were entered, including one. from the 2/lst Brecknocks. The course was a six mile one and was heavy going. In all there were twenty teams entered, and only three failed to torn out. Pte Williams, of the 2/lst Brecknoek, ran exceedingly well aud came in third, jont ot a field of about two bnnd/ed his time being 36 minutes 13 secouds. The Brecknocks' team also secured 7tb place with 469 points (the first eight men being 3rd, 29tb, 34tb, 85th, 56th, 100th, 105th and 107th) and the 6th place wan secured by tbo 2/lst Herefords. The London Rifle Brigade team ran exceedingly well, getting eight men in tbe first forty, and running out winners with 112 points. The 3/7tb Welsh Cyclists were 8th and tbe 2/4tb Welsh R. F. A. were 13th. Mr A. C. Snell, formerly headmaster of the Lianfihangel Talyllyn School, is in the Loudon Rifle Brigade and he had a chat with some of the Brecknocks team.
BORDERER'S DOUBLE HONO R.
BORDERER'S DOUBLE HONO R. Decorated at Brecon by Colonel King Hunter. An interesting ceremony took place on the Barracks Square at Brecon on Saturday after- noon, when Company Sergt. Major Whitehouse, of the 1st Battalion South Wales Borderers, a native of Darlaston, Staffordshire, was presented by Col. King Hunter, commanding the Depot, with the medal for distinguished conduct in the field and the Russian medal of the Cross of St. Gedrge, for tescuing an officer and six men. On the night of January 26th, 1915, Sergt- Major Whitehouse performed a daring act of bravery. He was engaged in reconuoiteririg and accompanied by Lieut. Wingate, son of General Wingate, of Egyptian faixe, got within a yard of the German trenches, and found that tbe Germans had mined a portion of the British trenches. They removed tbe mfnes, fixed another, and blew the Germans up. He was constantly engaged in reconnoitering work, and of course was as constantly in danger of bis life. He rescued tbe officer and six men at Richebourg. In presenting the medals, Co!. King Hunter said This honour not oniy reflects upon yourself, but upon the whole Battalion. You served honourably in the Battalion when I commanded it, and I greatly appreciate the honour you have conferred upon your Regiment. In pinning these decorations on your breast it is my sincere wish that you may be long spared to wear them. Sergt.Major Wbitehouse has served with ,tbe Borderers for 16 years. He bas been in the trenches for 15 months, and was invalided home suffering from the effects of shell fire he has also been u gassed." Seen by a County Times representative, Sergt-Major Whitehouse was loath to speak of his brave deeds; but gave one interesting experience. "On one occasion," he said, "I went out to reconnoitre a white bouse, and the first thirg I came across was three of our Engineers and twelve Germans, all dead. The Germans had evidently come out to mine and made a desperate stand, but tbe curious part cf it was I found a bag, and in Ibis were four new choppers bearing the name of Whitehouse. my own name." On Monday morning Sergt-Major Whitehouse left Brecon by the 7 45 a.m. tra:u to return to the Front. He was given quite a royal send ofF y from the Barracks. The Depot Band played him to the statiou, and on the platform gave a selection of music, much to the delight of the passengers. He was accompanied by a number of non c,nn-3iss officer? doing duty at the Depot, all of whom wished him God speed and tbe best of luck. As the train steamed off the band struck up Ajid Lang 8ýrH""
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———■a———.» ABERCRAYE I DEATH OF COUNCILLOR D. R. MORGAN. Coun- ciilor D. R. Morgan, The Lone, Abercrave, has died at the Swansea Hospital. Deceased was a Erominent member of the Ystradgynlais Rural >istrict Council, and had occupied the chair. He leaves a widow and eight children.
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LORD T]ETRIMGAR. -Lord Tredegar, F.S.A., commander in the Royal Naval Reserve, had his 50th birthday on Monday. 1
LLANAFANFAWR.
LLANAFANFAWR. FUNERAL.—There pagsed away on Thursday, March 30th, a much respected inhabitant of the district, in the person of Mrs Elizabeth Price, the wife of Mr D Price, of Brongartb, in her 79th year. It is a singular coincidence that she died on the 57th anniversary of her wedding day. The deceased, who was brought up at Cefnhawdre, was a niece of the late Rev David Williams, the celebrated pastor of Troedrbiw- dalar, whose ministry extended over 60 years, and who lived to be 96. She came of a long- lived stock, her mother having lived to be 83, and she is survived by two of her sisters, namely, Mrs Samuel, Erwgilfach, and Mrs Beavan, Rhysgog, who are 86 and 97 re- spectively. The funeral, which took place on Tuesday, April 4tb, was largely attended. The Revs D A Griffith and J C Owen toak, part in the service at the house, and the service at the chapel and graveside was conducted by the former. The chief mourners were Messrs D Price (husband) J Price, Cloth Hall, Builtb (son) D Price, Brynmoelyn (son); T Price, Treharris (son); J Price, Cwmheyhope (son) R Price, Maesygroes Upper (son); Mrs Lewis, Ebbw Vale (daughter) Mrs Morgans, Pentre. bach (daughter); Mrs Williams, Aberdarc (daughter) Mrs Price, Penlanclwyd (daughter); Mrs Protheroe, Brongarth (daughter) Mrs Price, Tynbailey (daughter); Mr J Samuel, Talgarth Mrs Davies, Builth Road Mrs Price, Builth; Mrs Jones, Godrefan Mrs R Powell, Beulah Messrs I and J Beavan, Rhys- gog; Mr and Mrs Price, Llanwrtyd; Mrs Powell; Argoed Mrs Lloyd, Erwfelyn; Mrs I Williams, Llanwrtyd, and Mr D Powell, Llan. nercblwyd. Among those present were Mr Davies and Mrs Pugh, Brynyoye; Mrs Davies. Gwernmynach Mr and Mrs Joseph, Bwlcb- wern; Mr Davies, Llanafan Farm Mr and Miss Edwards, Gorswen Mr D BlythepBwlch vr adwy-wynt; Mr Bowen, Abernefel; Mr Jones, Cwmchwefri; Mt Richard Lewis, Dol- feiin Mr Willie Owen, Persant; Mr Davies, Maesygroes; Mr Lewis, Sarnbelen Mr Thomas, Pomprendu Mr and Miss Williams, Bwlch- ciliau; Mr and Miss Williams, Cwmfadog; Mr J Williams, Dancoed; Mr J Davies, Pentre- 11 wynllwyd; Mr A Lewis, Brynyoye Forge;; Mr Richards, Dolcelle shop; Messrs Enoch Jones; Tynrhos; E Jones, Nantyfarddu; R Davies, Tjrhoser; E Jones, Brynllwyd; T Bowen, Cwmoulais Isaac Davies. O^kfield Alfred Lewis, Pare Mr and Mrs D W Davies, G!aticelie -hol); Mr Davies, Pencrug; Mr D Wi'liams, L'wjm canol, and Mr Protheroe, Tyn coed. The bearers were Messrs W William", Ai^rdatti I Price, Tynbaily; I Protbero, Broneari h T Pricg, Penlanclwyd I Davies, Beaufort; at)d D Morgan?. Llwytigwynfel, The cofh, -of poiished --oak with massive brass mo„:itings, bore the inscription, Elizabeth Price, died March 30tb. 1916, aged 78 years." The duties of undertaker were carried out by Mr E Price, Beulah. It is worthy of note that the deceased left to mourn her loss a husband 11 children, 57 grand-children, and 11 great grandchildren.
BUILTH WELLS.
BUILTH WELLS. MORRIS'S for Finest Garden and Agricultural Seeds. PERSONAL.—Mr Marshall. King, chief water bailiff for the Builth District. has been removed to Kingsland. On the outbreak of the war Mr Marshall King repined tbe Guards. He was in the retreat from Mons, fought in the battle of the Marne, and took part in at least 17 engagements before be was wounded. Then hn was woDndorl in tbe hand and since has been discharged. Among the other water bailiffs who have rallied to the eoloars from Mid Wales ore Messrs J Watte, Penybont; Tom Stanton, Garth Arthur WUlietns, Erwood J Bromige, J Leary, Three Cocks, J Hatfcendorf, late of Rbayader, and J Mills. Mr Mathews, of the Elan Valley, who is a retired navy man, reported himself at the outbreak of hostilities, but on acconnt of age was sent home nntil called up. THB LATH MISS M. M. PRICE.—The death of Miss Meliora Maria Price, of Wellicgtonia, took place on Thursday, the 30th nit., at Mardy Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil, where she had been for Bomp months. Deceased was the daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Evan Price, and waii only 22 years of age. The fouural took place on the 4th inst, at Builth Wells Parish Church, in the presence of a considerable number of relatives and friends. The chief mourners were Miss Feodora Price (sister) Mr T Price, Cardiff (uncle) Miss J Price, the Bungalow, Cefn y- BL-dd (atint); Mr and Mrs Williams, Glanwye Lodge (ancle and annt) Miss Emily Williams, Glauwye Lodge (cousin); Mrs Jack Price, Swansea (antit) Miss Price, Red House (cousin) Mrs Evans, Oaklands; Nurses Roberts and Williams, and Miss Jones, Pen- cerrig School. The Rev D Hughes Richards offioiatec1 at the hoase, the lessons in phnrch were read by the Rev David Owen, and the service at the graveside wae conducted by the Vicar (the Rev S H Werbam). The bearers were Messrs Rt&gie Roberts (Brecon road), Evans Jones (Llanelwedd terrace), Charles J ttwes (Hib street), John Morris (Holwood), Harry Hamer (Glanbran), and Garfield Jonert (High street). OBITUARY.—On Friday night, after a short illness, Mrs Beynon passed away at her residence in Garih road. The deceased lady was only 51 years of age, and was highly re speoted in the town and district. Great sympathy is felt for the Rev Lewis Beyuon and the family in their bereavement. The funeral took place on Wednesday at the Con- gregational Church, WOMEN LABOUR QUESTION.—Miss Strachan, of the Board of Trade, will attend a confer- ence of women at Bailtb Wells next Monday to consider the organisation of women for work on the lsnd. PRESENTATION AT LLANELWEDD SCHOOL.— At the close of the afternoon session at Llan- elwedd School on Friday last a presentation was made to Miss A Lloyd, who, after long and valuable service, has left to go abroad. Before calling upon Mrs Lewis Davies to make tbe presentation, the Headmaster (Mr P Thornton) expressed regret that Miss Lloyd was leaving. He said that there was some. thing else for boys and girls to learn besides the ordinary school subjects, and that was to grow up to become honourable men and women and be was saro that Miss Lloyd's example bad tended to produce that result, Mrs Lewis Davies then asked Miss Lloyd to accept from the Sunday and day sohools and other friends a beaotifol gold wristlet watob, on the back of which is the following inscription 11 Presented to Miss A Lloyd from the Llanel- wedd Snnday and day schools, April, 1916." In a brief speech Miss L!oyd expressed her thanks: for the present, and said she would always remember Llanelwedd.—Tbe Rpetcr (tbe Rev D Lewis Davies) spoke feelingly of Miss Lloyd's !cng essooiation with the Sunday and day schools, an i essared her that-the work she had done was fully appreciated. He wished her much happiness in her new home,and said that the inscription on the watoh would recall to her bappy recolieotioos of the past.—Mt Murgars (superintendent of the Sunday sobool) also spoke of Mies Lloyd's faithful work. He said she was going to the United States in a doable sense, and she carried with her the best wishes of all at Llaoelwedd.. Thanks were tendered to the rector for his interest in obtaining the present, and to "Mrs Davies for coming to make the presentation and the singing of cc Auld Ling Syne" brought the proceedings to a close. RED CROSS HOSPITAL.-The local Red Cross Military Hospital having been open*, twelve mouths on Thursday last, the event was celebrated by holding an entertainment in a room adjoining the hospital wards. The commandant, Mrs Spencer, presided, and was sup/ported by Mr Rees Thomas, Loohabpr; Mrs Telfer Smith, The Elms; Mis Davies, Aberduhonwy Mrs A Morrow, Doiberthog Mrs Penton, Melrose; Mrs J Ward, High Street Mrs Roberts, Brecon Road; Miss H Vaaghan, Tbe Uaetlc MIFF; Davies., Dcilgarreg; Miss Parvis, Doigarreg Miss Ward, Wye Terrace; Miss Pogh, Noyaddisaf Miss Hawkins, Avondale; Miss Probert, Llwyn- derw Miss Morris, Holwood. Mr A Morrow, one of tbs Red Cross orderlies, was responsible for tbg programme and for the carrying out of the arrangements. Mine B Price, Wyebom, was at the piano, and an enjoyable programme of recitations and songs was given by Rifleman Cross, Mr A V Price (the well-known Builtb Wells comedian), Mr Tom Jones, Mr Sid Davies, Bristol Hoane, Master Kenny Richards, Miss Gwennie Edwards and Mr Lather Davies. Rifleman Cross, who is very popular at the hospital, after singing his favourite song asd greatly amusing the audience, was presented with a bouquet of flowers by one of bis mates and was loudly oheered as he received'the gift. The Commandant said she wished to heartily thank the nargea, who bad been most faithful and loyal during the whole of the year. She also th»nked those who had t^ben p*rt in the entertainment.—Mri J Ward said it was pleasure and a dafcy to thank f he Commandant (Mrs Spencer) for the excellent work she bad done in connection with the hospital. Sbe bad worked very bard and had been able to ran it very fimootbly.
LLANGATTOCK.
LLANGATTOCK. WAR NOTES.—A very interesting letter has been received from Private R. W. Allbutt, who is serving with the "Anzacs," son of Mr. and Mrs. Allbutt, of Ffawyddog. He says:—"I suppose you have heard all particulars of the evacuation from Galli- poli ? We went from Anzac at midnight, and reached Lemnos a few hours later, where we stopped for about three weeks and spent Christmas —rather a different Christmas than the ones I have been in the habit of spending. Every man received a billy-can full of little presents from Australia, so we had a jolly Christmas Day. Lemnos is a very old-fashioned place, and the people seem very shy of strangers. They draw their water from wells in the dirty village street. A chap with a big crooked stick n.inds the sheep, and the women do all the cultivating and most of the manual work. We saw no young men they had been mobilised, and sent to the mainland. We left Lemnos in one of the trans-Atlantic liners,and reached Alexandria safely after 48, hours. We only stopped there a few hours, and then went on to Tel-el-Kebir, where the fight was in 1882. Our parade-ground was inside the square where our men made such a good fight. The trenches are still in good order. I found a few cartridge cases. and some bits of old shells. There is a large cemetery there, where all the men who were killed in this tight were buried Most of them belonged to the Black Watch, King's Rifles, and three or four other regiments. I noticed one Breconshire man—a lieutenant in the Royal Marines. His name was "James Parkinson, son of George and Sophia Parkinson, of Sunny Bank, Llangenny, aged 26 years." Private Allbutt, in an interesting description of the evacuation of Galli- poli, said it was a solemn spectacle. Good order prevailed in getting away-their feet were muffled, and no one was allowed to speak. It was a solemn trip," he added, "to the beach, because on feach sirte of the track were little white wooden crosses over the graves of our men-in fact the land we held was one large cemetery." .:1<
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GEFNYBEDD. FUNERAL.—The fuueral took place at New- bridge-ou-Wye Cburch, on Monday, of Mrs Hugh Powell, who died suddenly on the pre- vious Wednesday. Deceased was taken ill while walking up thii Station road, and was conveyed to the Post Offiotvwhere she died soon after arrrival. The Rev J C Owen (vicar of Llanafanfawr) conducted a brief service at the house, where the bycou -'Jesu, Lover of my Roat" wos BlJug, and the Revs J H A Griffiths' Newbriiye, and H Davies, Llan- ganfeu, officiated at fciie graveside. Toe Rw A S Thomas, Maescayois, also took P!\ in the services. At the churob the hymns "Rock of I Atles" and "Ou the resurrection mdming" were sung. The chief caoarnefii were':—Mr Hugh Powell, Cefnybsdd. husband Mrs Ooilios, Newbridge, sister; Mrs Powell, New. bridge, sister; Mr Hfury Powell, The Farm, Bleddfa. nephew; Mr Hugh Powell, Llan- gunlio, nephew; Mr John Powell, Pentre, xiepliew; Mr Wm Powell, Howey, nephew; Mrs Jones, Howey, niece; Mrs J Jones, New- bridge, niece Mrs Powell, Newbridge, niece Misa Mayne, Mrs Lloyd, Penyboni, riiecei Mrs Rten, Howey, niece; and Miss Powell, Newbridge, niece. The bearers were Messrs P Davies, Pwllgwllym E SaoiUb', Biyndiinnd T Richards, Rho8- ferig J Ja ajan, Kimberley Edward Powell. Tbe Farm, BlecdSa; and H Powell, The Farm, Llacgnndo. The coffin, of polished oak, bear- ing brass fittings, was supplied by Mr D T Weale, Victoria House, Newbridge. The breastplate bore the inscription, "Mary Powell, died April 5th, 1916. ged 66 years." Several beautiful wreaths '0'0:'3 placed on the grave.