The Brecon County Times Neath Gazette and General Advertiser for the Counties of Brecon Carmarthen Radnor Monmouth Glamorgan Cardigan Montgomery Hereford

e London Provincial and South Western Bank Limited. Th" Bank, which is' the outcome of the Ration of the London and Provincial 14} ldon ;uid South Western Banks in Car.v last, has published its first half-yearly 14; rnent of liabilities and -assets. This 8 s:.s. a current and deposit account of 7,<>00, representing an increase of hk- ( ) upon the figures of the two banks V ar a"°' The directors have decided to pay the profits an interim dividend at the Per cent, per annum, less income tax, taking provision for all necessary con- stancies. The market value of the bank's events exceeds the figures at which they in the books of the bank. The liquid iUe maintained at the high level of Per cent, to the total of current and W ,0!sit accounts. Of this, cash in hand repre- Vi'S Per cent.; money at call and short Ce 14'0C> per cent., bills discounted 10*17 cen.t., and investments 15'65 per cent.

.=- DReSSMAKING AT HOME. BY SYLVIA. A DRAPED SKIRT. T"aii model is not onty a very graceful edi, tion of the new draped skirts which are be- coming so popular, but is,easy to make, and a very practical one for everyday wear. To. Cut Oat. The skirt can be cut either width or length. ways of the material. In the case of the narrower kinds, the former method is the best to choose, as there is then only one seam. To Make Up. When the skirt is cut out, first of all mako the yoke, turn in and tack the right edge of the front portion, press, and tack on the cor. responding edge of the back piece. Stitch it down and press, then turn in the left edge over a strip of lining, and stitch along to cor- respond with the left side. Secure a strip of lining or stay-tape to the corresponding edge or back portion, and turn in and stitch the edges of wrap, which are cut in one with the Pattern No. 2.213.. Here is a draped skirt which is not only smart but a very useful pattern, as a good àep pocket is inserted under the right side drapery. About 2,'yds. of double- width goods are req-uired. yoke. Now turn in and tack very firmly the edges of the yoke at the waist and lower part, the former over a strip of firm tape, and snip those of the lower part to enable the curve to set well; tack, stitch, and press the seam or seams of the skirt, neaten, open, and press; then fold at the top, as the notches indicate, for the drapery, pin and tack to the corresponding points of the yoke, as in the sketch, tack firr.dv in place, fit on to see that it hangs and sets well, mark the places of fastenings, and then stitch in place where tacked; make and sew in the pocket on the right side. tack and fell the yoke lining in place, press, feW on the fastenings at left side, also the buttons and simulated button- holes, and finish off neatly. Now turn up and stitch the hem of lower edge, press, and iiiiisli off. A SMART AND USEFUL COAT. Here is a coat of a particularly smart and comfortable cut, suited to all winds and weathers, and a variety of materials, from Shantung to blanket-cloth. To Cut Out. Place the yoke front to the selvedges of the material, folded as when bought, and the centre back to the fold, allowing good turn- ings. Smooth out well, and pin carefully in place, so that the extensions of the yoke lie quite flat. The portions between,*let me state, are cut from the pieces left, but a little longer and wider, so that -there is very little waste. The sleeves are of the bishop order, and, therefore, cut in one from the folded material. Cuffs and collar are cut lengthways of the material, and both are required double. The yoke may be lined or not, as preferred, but only the upper part. To Make Up. Having cut and marked the pattern care- fully, so as to ensure the accuracy of both Riel's, tack a strip of canvas interlining to the right front of the yoke, as a foundation for the buttons and buttonholes, turn in the edges carefully, keeping the shape of the tab-like upper portion. Snip where necessary, and cut off any superfluous portions to make it set well. The left side is quite straight. Now tack the facing in place, either across the whole front or just over the interlining. Stitch round the edge, as near as possible to zD Pattern No. 2,214. 7 he pleats, which atte cut in cne with the yoke, give a torch of novelty to this smart z-nd p-actical wrap. It will take 3 yds. of d ub'e-width material. the margin, and then make the buttonholes and sew on the buttons. Now tack and stitch the inserted pieces to the pleats, keeping them quite straight, then press well with the seams im-ide. Turn in and nnisK off the fronts below yoke. j tu n in the upper edges of the yoke, stitch the top cages of the plain pieces to this, <v;d secure the corners firmly and neatly. Next tack the coat together by the shoulder and under-arm seams, and fit on to see that it ''•■MIL'- ovenlv. If correct remove and stitch the seams together, snip, open, and press. The side ones can be neutered by binding or by oversewing, as preferred, whilst those of tiie shoulder parts can be neatened by the feeing, it' this extends to the back; if not, in the same way as the others. Turn up the lower edge, stitch and press, also the lower edges of the pleats, and finish off. -Now join up the sleeves, cut, Ifnd curve at the elbow-part, neaten, oken, and press.

J RECTOR'S INDUCTION I At Llanflhangel-Talyllyn. The institution and induction of the Rev. Llew. Idris Roberts, B.A. (late Llandefeilog, Carmarthen) by the Bishop of Swansea, to the benefices of Llanfihangel-Talyllyn and Llan- wern took place at St. Michael's Church, Llanfihangel, on the 4th inst. A good con- gregation assembled to welcome their new rector. The Bishop was assisted in conducting the service by Mr Roberts and the Rev. E. L. Jenner, Llangasty. Special psalms and the appropriate hymns "0 God our help in ages past," "Let saints on earth in concert sing," and "Lord pour Thy Spirit from on high" were sung during the course of the impressive service. Mr A. Preece presided at the organ. In the course of his address the Bishop said they had assembled to witness a unique event in the history of their church at Llanfihangel it was a very considerable number of years since they had witnessed an institution cere- mony at St. Michael's. On this occasion it gave him very great pleasure to institute and induct the Rev. Llew. Idris Roberts to the benefices of Llanfihangel and Llanwern, rendered vacant by the death of their late incumbent the Rev. T. C. Richards. At this point his lordship took the opportunity to make touching reference to the very sad cir- cumstances which had affected the family of their late lamented rector, and expressed personal regret at the sudden death of Mi- Richards, following so closely upon that of his wife and coincident with the serious illness of their only son Lieut. H. W. Richards, and followed later by the ill-health of the husband (Mr T. J. Parry) and a little son of their only daughter. He felt sure the congregation joined with him in sympathy and in wishing 3 11 the three latter a speedy recovery of good health. Proceeding, the Bishop congratulated the congregation upon having such a worthy pastor to carry on the work for them. Mr Roberts, he said, came to them bearing the excellent testimony of a splendid record of long and faithful service in his last incumbency, where it was evident he had won the affection and popularity of the whole parish. He wished the new Rector the same success in his work among the parishioners of Llanfihangel and Llanwern, and many happy years in his new office, and hoped they would all dwell in unity and harmony together in the noble cause of the Church. Llanfihangel and Llanwern people will be interested to know that the Rev. Llew. Idris Roberts and Mrs Roberts were very highly esteemed at Llandefeilog, Carmarthen. On their departure they were presented with a very handsome cheque and a beautiful- illuminated address and list of subscribers to the testimonial. The following is an extract from a letter from the hon. sec. which accompanied the gift "On behalf of the members of St. Anne's, the Parish Church, and the friends in the neigh- bourhood, I have the greatest pleasure in forwarding you the enclosed cheque and an album containing names of donors as "a slight mark of our esteem, regard and affection. The album will remind you of those amidst whom you dwelt for 12 years and who are now regretting your departure. We are all united in expressing every good wish for your future happiness and welfare." Mr and Mrs Roberts have had a very hearty reception at Llanfihangel and Llanwern, and by their dispositions, the keen interest and energetic manner in which they have taken up their new work, they have already won the esteem of the parishioners.

_9 WINDY SPASMS AND PAIN. A Martyr to Indigestion, Headache and Sleeplessness Cured by Dr. Cassell's Tablets. Dr. Cassell's Tablets nourish the nerves, ensure natural sleep and fill the entire system with new life and vigour. Mrs. Johnson, of 11, Mount View. Easy- road, Leeds, says :—"I began to have pain after food, and this became rapidly worse till I could hardly .bear it. Wind would form round my heart till I felt as though I should faint. Headaches, too, troubled me dreadfully. I slept badly; and my nerves were quite shattered. Sometimes I really thought I was dying. I kept trying various things, but I got no better. Then at last, after a year of suffering, I was told about Dr. Cassell's Tablets, and commenced taking them. In a few days I felt easier, and as I continued my health improved rapidly. Now I am completely cured." Dr. Cassell's Tablets are the Proved Remedy for NEUVOUS BREAKDOWN ANEMIA NERVE PARALYSIS KIDNEY TROUBLE SPINAL WEAKNESS INDIGESTION IFANTILE PARALYSIS WASTING DISEASES NEURASTHENIA P A L P IT ATI ON SLEEPLESSNESS YITAL EXHAUSTION SPECIALLY VALUABLE FOR NURSING MOTHERS AND DURING THE CRITICAL PERIODS OF LIFE. Sold by Chemists and Stores in all parts of tho world, including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Afrioa and India. Prices: 1/ 1/3, and 3/- (the 3/- size being the most economical).

HOW TO OBTAIN 77TE PATTERN. Onr paper pnttcrns arc spooiaily rnt for us from doriigiis ox grossly projMiretl for t;»w '••I'ljinn. ana the cost of compioto patter;) is (;:»• t. trots. all liters, ^iielosmy ior p Hi,-™ to "Svlvi.i." \Vhi!efri:u-s HJHS: C.'I RI O- slreet, iJon.lon, J'l' 1 156 sure an:l ij'.e in" or oi tho p»Uern require'! wli^i will be iio.pntrhed witi.U. '.hi -ju -h-.j» oi the Jl1\K' locvivoi.

f 5000 r WOMEN CLERKS wanted for the Army. Women are trained free for Army clerical work — good housing provided and good wages paid during training. i TT~i T XT M0RE Women Clerks are a vital FILL IN ivlnecessity to the organisation of THIS FORM the British Army. TO-DAY and post it to Qjeize this opportunity to become the address ^an efficient clerk and to render below. real service to your country. 1 "Tjuring training you will be paid I ^ol/6 per week, and you will be comfortably housed in officially approved quarters. /Candidates must be prepared to ^enrol for the duration of the war in Queen Mary's Army Auxiliary Corps. ■ T I I TO THE MINISTRY OF LABOUR I I (Divisional Office). I I Law Courts, Cathays Park. Cardiff. I I Please send me fitll particulars of terms and conditions of service I I in Q.M.A.A.C., together with form of afifilication for enrolment. I M Name. §f I Address i lUlillllIiIlIlIIIIUIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII¡lIlIllilllllll¡lIllIlllllllIi¡illilliliilillii!illlllillllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllI IIHII II II II 1111 III 1111 II III IJI II IIIIIIIIJlIIJlU-

THE LATE MR. T. PROSSER, GELLYCELOCES. Funeral at Llandetalle. The funeral of Mr Thomas Prosser, of Gelly- geloges Farm, Llanddew-whose death through being thrown from a horse was reported in our last issue-took place at Llandefalle Church- yard on Tuesday, the 9th inst., and was remark- able for an exceptionally large attendance. The officiating ministers at the house were the Revs. D. J. Henry (Brecon) and the Rev. Llewelyn Davies (Llanfihangel), and at the churchyard the Rev. R. Meredith Jenkins (rector of Llanddew) and the Rev. Bowen Jones (rector of Llandefalle), as well as the Rev. D. J. Henry and the Rev. Rees (Bronllys). The following ministers were also present Revs. Prince, Maesyberllan O. J. Davies, Pontfaen T. Parry, Crickadarn and Davies, Tredomen. Two favourite hymns of deceased's, Sinner's lost, behold your Saviour" and Jesu, Lover of. my Soul," were sung at the house. The chief mourners were :-The Widow and nine children-Lizzie, Bertha, Beatrice, Myfanwy, Gladys, Blodwen, Freda, Zena, and Maldwyn Mr and Mrs Davies, Caebetran, brother and sister-in-law Mr and Mrs Davies, Leominster, brother and sister-in-law Mr E. Davies, Llaneglwys, brother-in-law Mr and Mrs Davies, Baileygriffith, brother and sister- in-law Mr and Mrs Davies, Heolinonfach, brother and sister-in-law Mr and Mrs Price, Dyfryn, step-father and mother Rachel, Tom, and Gilbert, niece and nephews^ Mr and Mrs Morgan, Leominster, nephew and niece Mr Bagley, Hereford, uncle Mr and Mrs Jones, Brecon, cousins Mr and Mrs Jones, Dowlais, cousins Mrs Havard, Brecon, aunt Mr and Mrs Morgan, Brecon, cousins Mr and Mrs Williams, Llangorse, cousins Mrs Breese, Treharris, cousin Mr and Mrs Jones, Bryn- mawr, cousins Mr and Mrs Jones, Alltybrain Mr and Mrs Thomas, Coedmawr "Mr and Mrs Jones, Cwmachi Mr D. Jones, Pytindu, &c. The bearers were Messrs Phillips. Penwain Jones, Upper Talwen Lewis, Gwarcae Williams, Plascelyn Price, Porthgwyn and z5 Griffiths, Rachfynydd. Wreaths were sent as follows :— In ever loving memory from sorrowing Wife and chil- dren In loving and sorrowing memory from Father, Mother, and Niece With deepest sympathy from William, Mary, and children, Caebetran" From John and Rachel, Leominster, with deepest sympathy and loving memory" "In loving memory of dear Tom, from Pollie, Charlie, and children" In loving memory and deep sympathy, from Tom and Jenny, Baileygriffith"; In loving memory and deep sympathy, from Annie, Steve, and children, Brecon With deepest sympathy, from Lizzie and Joanna" With deepest sympathy, from Mr and Mrs Morgan, Brecon" With deepest sympathy, from Mr and Mrs Alfred Sweet, Merthyr In loving memory, from Capt. Williams, Mrs Morgan, and all at I Neuaddfelin In loving memory and deepest sympathy, from an old servant, Fanny In respectful remembrance and deepest sympathy, from M. A. Williams, Brecon"; In deep I sympathy, from Mr and Mrs Jones, Mount street In deep sympathy, from Mr and Mrs j Price, Struet" In sympathy," Mr and Mrs West, Brecon" "With deepest sympathy, from Mr and Mrs Eckley, Courtllacca In deep sympathy, from Mr and Mrs Jones, Cwm, Crickadarn With deep sympathy, from Mr and Mrs Eckley, Pencaemelen "With deep sympathy, from Mr and Mrs Smith and family, Oaklands To our very dear friend, from Mr and Mrs Duncan In loving memory, from Mr and Mrs Griffiths and family, Rach- fynydd With deepest sympathy from an old- friend, Mr and Mrs Gardener"; "With deepest regret and sympathy, from G. B. P. Shapland With deep sympathy, from Mr and Mrs Edwards, Talgarth &c. The late Mr Prosser farmed the Gelly and Tygwyn, Llanddew, removing to the Gelly from Heolinonfach about 16 years ago. He was very well known throughout the county, and was considered one of the best judges of horses and sheep in the locality. He was also a very extensive dealer He was a most popular farmer, and was much liked by all who knew him, and his pleasant smile will be much missed by his friends and acquaintances. The funeral was one of the largest seen in the dis- trict for years there were over 100 carriages and 30 horsemen present.

COELBREN. Marriage of the Vicar's Daughter.—The wedding took place at Coelbren Church of Mr. Tudor W. Price. B.A., M.Sc., research chemist at Nobel's Explosives Works, Ardeer, Scotland, to Miss Daisy Myrle Williams, head-mistress of Upper Loughor Girls' School, daughter of the Rev. J. Williams, vicar of Coelbren, who officiated, assisted by the Rev. D. Hughes, vicar of Callwen. In the absence of her brothers, who are on active service, the bride was given away by Mrs. Williams, Coelbren Vicarage, and was attended by Miss Irene Williams (sister), Miss Tattie Strong (niece), and Miss Agnes Price (sister of the bridegroom). Lieut. Ben Jones, R.W.F., was best man.

209th Year of the ik I SUN FIRE OFFICE. FOUNDED 1710. The Oldest Insurance Office In the World. 'll ØFlrIC:6 Ocuilfl MB Micj daMI IM Insurances effected on the following risks:- FIRE DAMAGE. Resultant Loss of Bent and Profits. Employers' Liability and I Personal Accident. Workmen's Compensation Sickness and Disease including Accidents to Fidelity Guarantee, -8 Domestic Servants. I Burglary, Plate GlasB LOCAL AGENT: BRECON MR. DAVID POWELL

SUDDEN DEATH AT BRECON. The Inquest. Mr. Ebenezer Thomas, signalman at the Mount street box on the Neath and Brecon Railway, who resided at the Postern, Brecon, died suddenly on Wednesday evening in Mount street House, which adjoins the railway. Deceased, who was 46 years of age, leaves a wife and five children. At the inquest held at the Shire Hall on Thursday evening by Mr. W. Jones-Williams, deputy coroner, deceased's son, who gave .evidence of identification, said he saw his father about five o'clock on Wednesday even- ing, when he complained of shortness of breath. .He was due off work at six o'clock he had gone on at eight that morning. Mary E. Jones, a maid at Mount street House, said she saw deceased about 5-15 p.m., when he came across from the signal-box to the house to inspect some work which Neath and Brecon men had been doing. The house. belonged to the Neath and Brecon Railway Company, and she understood Thomas's duty was to supervise the work. He appeared to be in his usual health and did not complain. She went upstairs for a couple of minutes and when she returned she found deceased lying dead on the floor of the room he had just entered. She heard the noise of a fall, but did not think it was caused by him falling. Dr. Shingleton Smith said he had attended deceased, who suffered from heart trouble, for eight years. About two months ago deceased came, to him he was then suffering from valvular disease of the heart and his condition was such that he cautioned him not to overdo himself. The cause of death was heart failure. The jury returned a verdict of Death from natural causes," and on the motion of. the foreman (Councillor G. T. Jones) passed a vote of condolence with the widow and family. The funeral took place at the General Cemetery on Saturday, the Rev. Edgar Davies officiating. The chief mourners were Mrs. M. Thomas, widow Miss Gertie Thomas, daughter Miss Jenny Thomas, daughter Private Jack Thomas, Mr Albert and Mr Trevor Thomas, sons Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Cray, brother-in-law and sister Mr. and Mrs. Pritchard, Trecastle, brother-in-law and sister Miss Lizzie Thomas, Trecastle, sister Mr. Richard Evans, Talgarth, brother-in-law Mr. Ivor and Miss Bessie Evans, Talgarth, nephew and niece Mr. and Mrs. William Evans, Crynant, brother and sister-in-law Mrs. D. Evans, Crynant, niece Mr. and Mrs. Williams, Trecastle, brother and sister-in-law Private Evan Williams, Llangammarch Wells, nephew Mrs. Gwilym Price, Castelldu, cousin. Employees of the Neath and Brecon Railway Company acted as bearers and there were many other railwaymen present in addition to per- sonal friends. Deceased was a prominent member of the Bethel C.M. Church and had been superintendent of the Sunday School, but the pastor (Rev. D. J. Henry) was unable to take part in the funeral owing to indisposition. Wreaths, were sent from the following :— From the employeesof the Neath and Brecon Railway from the scholars and teachers of Bethel Sunday School Mr. and Mrs. Parry, Brecon Kitty and all at 7, North road Mrs. Davies, Castle street Mrs. and Miss Evans, Rhosferrig.

A WELL CUT AND MADE BREECHES IS A NECESSITY. Cli 0 o tv s 3 0 = 0 I I I' BREECHES MAKING IS AN ART. We Make a Speciality of These. GARMENTS all Cut and Made on the Premises. Only Experienced Workmen Kept. o MORGAN & LEWIS, Tailors, Brecon.

—^I gatiier tower or v.-r-sr-eaxe, arrange and secure between the ed-res of the cuff, then arrange and stitch in the armholes. -Make the collar, the edges of which are turned in and stitched together like those of thf front of the coat, secure to the neck, stitch, neaten, and pres? wall fore finishing off.