The Montgomery County Times and Shropshire and Mid-Wales Advertiser

NEWTOWN LOCAL. BOARD. YESBLRDAY (FRIDAY). Present :■ Captain E. Pryce-Jones (in the chair), Messrs. G. H. Ellison, C. Morgan, W. Francis, E. Jones, D.. Owen, J. Hughes, W. Lewis, D. Lewis, and Thomas Owen* with Mr. Cooke (clerk). A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD. The CHAIRMAN proposed that a special com- mittee meeting of. the- Board be convened for the purpose of considering the bye-laws when received from the Local Government Board, together with regard to. the sheep pens and the Market Hall ques- tion. Mr. FRANCIS having^ seconded, it was carried. THE. FOOD AND DRUGS ACT. Mr.C.'MORGAN mentioned that the advisability of appointing an inspector under the above Act had received the consideration of a special committee, and they had come to a unanimous decision, which was to the effect that P.S. Thomas Morgan be appointed inspector under the Act at a salary of X5 per annum, and that application be made to the chief constable for his sanction to the appointment. He bad much pleasure in proposing the adoption of the report,, and gave his reasons for doing so. Mr. LEWIS seconded- In supporting, Mr. OWEN entered into the tem- perance question, and consequently the CHAIR- MAN found it his duty to remind the speaker of the fact that he was wandering from the question now before the Board. Messrs. G. H-. ELLISON, E. TO-NFS and DAVID LEWIS, also supported, after which the motion was put to the meeting and carried. THE GREEN BROOK EXTENSION. The SURVEYOR reported that the estimated cost of extending the Green Brook culvert to the river by the Short Bridge WAS £ 18. Mr. ELLISON had much pleasure in moving that the work be carried out under the supervision of the Chairman, Mr. Edward Jones, and the Surveyor. Mr. D. OWEN seconded, and it was carried. A COMPLAINT. A letter was read from Mr. W. H. Burton Swift, in which he called the Board's attention to the state of the wire fence which formed the footpath to the bathing shed. The footpath adjoined his field, and the wire fence near the bottom of the field had been broken for some time, his land hav- ing been much trespassed upon in consequence. He would te glad if the Board had the fence re- paired as soon as possible.—Ordered. Mr. MORGAN referred to the way in which public property was damaged in the town. He moved that the Chief Constable be written to, calling his attention to the fact, as well as the standing in the streets by loafers and youths, on footpaths in Clifton Terrace, River Bank, &c., as well as the filthy language made use of on the public highways. Mr. LEWIS seconded, and it was unanimously agreed to. CLIFTON TERRACE PLOT. Mr. DAVIES, surveyor, suggested that owing to the damage done to the verges, shrubs, &c., by children playing on the Plot, the seats be taken away and notices put up prohibiting anyone fre- quenting the plot after sunset. Mr. E. JONES accordingly moved that the seats be removed from Clifton Park after the 1st Novem- ber, also that bills be printed and circulated offering a reward to those giving information as to the removal of the steps from the bathing house, and the damaging of other public property. Mr. W. LEWIS seconded, and it was carried. FINANCIAL. The Treasurer's statement was to the effect that he had received from the collector on general dis- trict rate X221 10s, and on cemetery account zC3, total JE224 10s. The balance due to him was X131 17s 8d, whilst there was a sum of JE4 7s 6d in the hands of the collector. On the cemetery account the receipts since March 25th last were X497 19s. The report was ordered to be received. The CLERK presented a few particulars as to the financial position of the Board. He said the estimate for the year was 93,287 6s. and the money spent so far was £1,433 6s. lOd. and the estimate for the remaining portion of the year was £ 1,64313s.,leaving a probable balance of X210 6s 2d. He hoped by judicious management that the finan- cial position of the Board at the end of the year would be satisfactory. THE FIRE BRIGADE. The Fire Brigade Committee reported that the expense at the Penygelly farm on September 20th was X13 10s 4d. The Superintendent made appli- cation for 360 feet of linen hose for the light engine and two lamps. The Committee recom- mended the Board to give Mr. Thomas's application their consideration. Mr. W. F. THOMAS, the superintendent of the brigade, appeared before the Board, and said that the sum of R10 granted by the Board some time ago to the brigade for fire appliances had been judiciously spent. He referrei to the state of the appliances at the present time, and said that unless he could persuade the Board to give the brigade a sum of between X10 and zC20 to be spent on the appliances, he was afraid, in case an outbreak of fire occurred, that the members of the brigade would have to stand and see the burning place burnt down. A long discussion took place, and it was decided, on the motion of Mr. MORGAN, seconded by Mr. W. LEWIS, that the matter be placed on the agenda for consideration at the next meeting. The reports of the Medical Officer, Inspector of common lodging houses, Collector, and Surveyor, were also read and considered.

— THE BORTH TRAGEDY. (SEE ALSO PAGE 2). THE ADJOURNED INQUEST. Mr. John Evans, the district Coroner, held the adjourned inquest on the body of Mary Davies, wife of Mr. James Davies, mariner, of 1, London Place, Borth, at the Assembly Rooms, Borth, on Thursday, the room being well filled during the whole of the proceedings. After hearing the evidence, The Coroner summed up at great length, and, after deliberating in private for more than half an hour, the jury returned the following VERDICT: Our unanimous verdict is this—"We find that Mary Davies died at No. 1, London Place, Borth, on in- day, the 21st September, 1894, and that the cause of her de:.th was an assault committed upon her by Thomas Richards, of Sandon Villa, Upper Borth, mariner at that place on that date. Replying to question, the foreman remarked that the verdict amounted to murder. THE PRISONER AND THE JURY S ERD1CT We understand that the P^soner anxiously awaited the ifnding of the jury on Thursday after- awaited the finding of the jury on ? with the noon, and in the course of conver gge(j a constable in charge he I)eriodicilly expressed a hope that they would not be advers of th^ th'it hp believed Dr. Jones, Borth, tnat ne Deneveu v -n tfae po8t. medical gentlemen ho aw&ingt him Not. mortem examination wou Tnomeuts the prisoner withstanding these anxioi ed when Sergeant did not seem to be much < evening, informed Davies, about eight o'ed'to wilful him that the jury s slept soundly during murder. grange to ^y breakfagt with the same the night aud enjoyed his avidity on Friday moruyiJ. brought before Thoma»K,ch«d»Jv,^ & SSESISS- ('»«^SEYC,TI:NPUBLIO PROS- editor) will «ppe« tor the pr°5 -4-

MONTGOMERY COUNTY COUNCIL. MEETING AT NEWTOWN. YESTERDAY (FRIDAY). An extraordinary general meeting of the Council was held at the Court House, Newtown, Mr. A. C. Humphreys-Owen, M.P., presiding. There were also present Captain D. F. Mytton, Dr. Roger Edwards, Captain Pryce Jones, Messrs W. Jones, Richard Jones, David Hamer, Edward Davies j (Dolcarodog), W. H. Gardner, C. R. Jones, T. S. j Pryce, R. Rees, R. Morgan, R. E. Jones, W. Scott Owen, E. R. James, Hugh Lewis, John Jones, R. Lloyd, D. Rogers, N. W. Fairles-Humphrevs, and W. Cooke. CORRESPONDENCE. A letter was read from the Local Government Board with regard to certain rules for quarries, and asking the Council to fix the rules up in quarries, which were worked by the Council. LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT, 1894. The CHAIRMAN, speaking in reference to the Welsh pool boundaries, said that when in London this week he called at the Local Government Board offices, and ascertained what was the pro- cedure the Local Government Board considered desirable to be adopted in this matter. He under- stood the Local Government Board required to have a statement upon the alterations the Council proposed to make, accompanied by a six inch ordnance map, showing the boundaries which it was proposed to alter. It should also be accom- panied with a statement of the grounds which in- duced the Council to make the application. It seemed to him a proper plan to refer the question to a committee, which he would propose later on, to carry out. The question now before them was the consideration of the parishes named in the agenda. 11 Captain MYTTON wished to know the chairman's idea in regard to the parish of Guilsfield, whether it was to discuss the terms of the application made to the Local Government Board. He would like to see the terms of reference before he made anv remarks upon the matter. The CHAIRMAN My own idea was that we should ask the Local Government Board to alter the boundaries of Welshpool so far as regarded the parishes of Guilsfield by excluding from the municipal borough the whole of the township of Guilsfield with the exception of Gungrogfechan. Captain MYTTON urged the importance of the further consideration of the non-transference of the Guilsfield portion of Llanfyllin Union to that of Forden, contending that more importance should be attached to the recommendation of the com- mittee which was recently formed by the County Council, {and which reported against such trans- ference. He was of opinion that the Local Govern- ment Board should be placed in possession of these facts before a conclusion was arrived at. Dr. EDWARDS pointed out that although the committee referred to was appointed by the Council it by no means followed that the Council of necessity should accept their recommendation. The result of a long discussion on the matter was to refer the settlement of the question to the Local Government Board, it being explained that in all probability a Local Government Board enquiry would be held into the circumstances of the case. A committee was appointed, on the motion of the CHAIRMAN, who had previously given notice of his intention to move it, to consider the reasons that should be urged in favour of the transference of that portion of the parish referred to, the Chair- man adding that he thought it only fair that, inasmuch as the County Council had expressed themselves by a majority in favour of the trans- ference, the committee should consist of a majority of those in favour of the change, also a minority of representatives who opposed the transference, so that the full statement of the case should be pre- sented to the Local Government Board. The following committee was proposed by the CHAIRMAN:Captain Mytton, Captain Pryce- Jones, Dr. Edwards, Messrs R. E. Jones, John Jones, Thomas Watkins, R. Rees, Richard Lloyd, C. R. Jones, W. Theodore, the Chairman and Vice- Chairai an (ex-tifticio), seven to form a quorum. BERRIEW PARISH. Jr "^The CHAIRMAN observed that the question affecting this parish stood in a somewhat different position to that of Guilsfield. There was little opposition to the proposed alteration, and that came from the borough of Welshpool; in fact he did not think the borough of Welshpool were so much concerned about it as Guilsfield. Therefore, he moved that so much of the parish of Brithdir, that is now in the borough of Welshpool, be separ- ated, and added to the parish of Berriew. Mr. RICHARD LLOYD having seconded, it was agreed to. CASTLE CAEREINION. The CHAIRMAN remarked that this was very much on all fours with that of Berriew. Mr. T. S. PRYCE moved the adoption of the resolution passed by the Vestry, on October 4th, in favour of the urban part of the parish being separated from the borough of Welshpool, and of the two portions of the parish, urban and rural, be- ing formed with one parish for the purpose of the Local Government Act. Mr. ROGERS seconded, and it was agreed to. The CHAIRMAN now moved that the committee be requested to draw up and forward to the Local Government Board the reasons for the proposed alterations to the boundaries in the municipa borough of Welshpool.. i Mr. JOHN JONES seconded, and it was carried THE ELECTION OF RURAL AND DISTRICT COUNCILLORS. The next thing on the agenda ^ras j Coun- days for the election of Rural and District Ooun cillors in the county. JJ elections Air H JONES suggested tnaidn k iUr. it. i because the work- o'Crljthan Saturday. He ^"orSymoveda ro.olution favour,ng h.« «„g. R- THOMAS seconded. Mr. R. E. JONES thought that ther<? would be some "difficulty in having all the elections on the same day. The proposition of Mr. Richard Jones was ulti- mately agreed to. As to the time for polling a number of resolu- tions were moved, the first was by Mr. RICHARD JONES, who proposed that the hours for pollino- be from twelve noon to eight o'clock. Thi« seconded by Mr. REES. *as Mr. HAMER'S amendment was to the effect th in parishes where the population is onlv 150 polling booths be opened from twelve soon to e'iSt o'clock, and m parishes with a laro-er booths be opened for twelve hours. ation the An amendment was also moved bv Mr nnAfu who was in favour of ten hours voting f V like Welshpool and Newtown. places Mr. J. JONES remarked that th votes recorded between the hon™ Tere more in the mornings than all the othp ° and ten Captain MYTTON ^"?e'her- Tlie amendment moved bv lit u speaker, ultimately carried by eleven vnf iHamer >vas Mr. RICHARD LLOYDN °~ question of election charges bv ™°, n'. thal: tlie andrlerr?ed.to ™ and carried. be appointed*1 th^rctu™1 tha'Mr- David Evans Sanitary district of Machynflett-C^icd6 BETTER ACCOMMODATION FOR TITE COUNCIL. a committed^ JONES'S motion, to appoint a place fnr i° 1^onsu*er the propriety of selecting Newtown"11111? meetil'Ss «f the Council at to rpnnrf ii, °Fe smta^e ^an the Police Court, and the no-rf ef?on W^h their recommendations to wittirfr the Council, was allowed to be Com awn> the proposer's reason for asking tlio Council's withdrawal being that he had been in- formed "hat the Standing Joint Committee had under consideration the advisability of provid- ing greater facilities in the Police Court or holding meetings, and he hoped the result of their deliberations would mean better accommodation for the members of the Council and the representatives of tie Press, who experienced much difficulty in recording the Utterances of the different speakers.

BISHOP'S CASTLE DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY. FOURTH ANNUAL SHOW. THE LUNCHEON. SPEECH BY MR. R. J. MORE, M.P. LIST OF AWARDS. The little town of Bishop's Castle was gaily be- stir with visitors on Wednesday, when the District Agricultural Society held there, its fourth annual Show. Although the weather cannot be termed as having been beautiful, still, tic rain, happily, kePtloff, The show ground possessed the distinct advantage of adjacency to the railway, station from which the visitors came in gradually increasing numbers. Many, however, arrived by road, having journeyed thither by conveyance or on foot. The public were admitted at eleven o'clock, but it was sub- sequent to that hour, that the greater number of visitors assembled. The entries were not so numerous as in previous years. The younger classes of horses were an improve- ment on the older ones, the judges expressing the opinion, that if a good shire stallion was brought into the neighbourhood, it would be a great boon to the farmers. The show is doing good in fixing the kest type of cart horse. In regard to the nags there were a few useful specimens in each class. There was a good show of poultry, including several specimens of geese, ducks, and game fowl. The display of fresh butter was also pleasing. The following officers discharged their onerous duties in a most efficient manner:— Committee of management—W. F. Plowden, Esq. (chairman), R. J. More, Esq., M.P., W. H. Whitaker, Esq., W. E. Garnett-Botfield, Esq., R. H. Newill, Esq., J. W. Kay, Esq., Messrs. J. Meddins, Brockton; J. Shuker, The Pentre; J. Brereton, Kempton; A. Greenhous, Bishop's Castle; E. H. Morris, Chirbury; F. J. Ward, The Gardens; J. Lewis, Great Weston; J. H. James-Moore, Coston Hall; J. Beddoes, The Home; R. Jones, Court House; J. Jones, Edenhope; E. Venables, Hill End; W. C. Barrs, Brompton Hall; J. Roberts, Three Tans; Edward Jones, Castle Hotel; R. Hamar, Little Brampton E. Davies, Owlbury D. Davies, Meadows; B. Bowen, Bishop's Castle; H. Howard, The Cottage; G. G. Bright, The Down; J. Percival, Walcot; T. Brereton, Eyton; E. Chelmick, Acton; W. E. Harris, Mainstone; R. Hammaus, Snakescroft; A. Hamar, Bishop's Castle; A. T. Fairclough, R. Davies, The Lodge; J. Jones, The Hollies; E. Hamar, Bicton; C. T. B. Bailey, Snead; R. Jones, Pentre; R. Medlicott, Myndtown; R. Kilvert, New House. Business committee—W. F. Plowden, Esq., W. E. Garnett- Botfield, Esq., R. H. Newill, Esq., W. H. Whitaker, Esq., Messrs. John Meddins, John Shuker, A. Greenhous, A. Hamar, Geo. Fletcher, B. Bowen. Treasurer—F. Temple, Esq. Secretary—Mr. A. J. Harris. The judges and showyard stewards were:- Horses and cattle Judges—T. S. Minton, Esq., Montford Lawton Moore, Esq., Brampton Bryan; stewards-Mr. J. Meddins, Mr. J. Percival, Walcot; Mr. W. E. Harris, Mainstone. Veterinary surgeon Mr. C. Dayus, M.R.C.V.S., Dorrington. Horse leaping and turn-outs: Judges--J. W. Kay, Esq., Hyssington; R. W. Wms. Wynn, Esq., Plas-yn-Cefn. Root crops, stackmaking, and thatching: Judges- Morgan Jones, Esq., Delbury; H. Groom, Esq., Stokesay. Butter and dressed poultry: Judge- Mrs. Morgan Jones, Delbury farm; stewards- W. E. Garnett-Botfield, Esq., Mr. E. Price, Mr. R. Hammonds, Mr. A. Hamar. Ploughing: Judges- Morgan Jones, Esq., Delbury; H. Groom, Esq., Stokesay; stewards, Mr. J. Jones, The Hollies; Mr. R. Davies, The Lodge; Mr. R. Lloyd, Hard- wick. Servitude steward W. E. Garnett-Botfield, Esq., The Hnt. Finance steward Mr. B. Bowen. In addition to those mentioned above, there was also present the Earl of Powis, who visited the ground during the afternoon, and assisted in the judging. Unfortunately, he was unable to remain until the luncheon, at which he was announced to preside, as his lordship was suffering from an affection of the throat which necessitated his return home before nightfall. Mr. R. W. Williams-Wynn was also present, acting in a judicial capacity. During the day, the band of the 3rd King's Shropshire Light Infantry, played a gratifying selection of music, under the direction of Mr. R. H. Newill. LUNCHEON. At the conclusion of the show, the members of the Society proceeded to the Castle Inn, where an excellent repast had been prepared by Mr. E. Jones. In the absence of the President (Earl of Powis), the Vice-President, Mr. W. C. Barrs, occupied the chair, and amongst those present were the Mayor (B. Bowen, Esq.), Rev. A. Field, Dr. Boa, R. J. More, Esq., M.P., Councillors Jones and Walter James, Messrs. G. Legge, R. Medlicott, A. Green- hous, Townsend, George Strawson, Jones (Delbury), John Harris, E. H. Morris (Chirbury), Brereton (Kempton), Brereton (Eyton), E. Meddins (Red House), J. R. Meddins (Purslow), Chelmick (Acton), J. Shuker (The Pentre), and J. Percival (Walcot). The cloth having been removed, the usual loyal toasts were proposed, after which, Mr. J. SHUKER rose to propose The Bishop, Clergy and Ministers of other Denominations," and in doing so, expressed the hope that the ministers of the different religious bodies would work together in friendly, harmony as servants in common, of the one great Master, and that their spiritual ministra- tions would tend to make her Majesty's subjects a happy, and contended people. He begged to couple with the toast the name of Mr. Field, the rector of Lydbury North (applause). Rev. A. FIELD, in response, said that with regard to the Bishop of St. Asaph, he was a pattern to all the clergy of his diocese, in promoting the spiritual and temporal welfare, of all those who were en- trusted to his care. He had taught his clergy that it should be their desire to take an interest in everything that promoted the temporal, as well as the spiritual, welfare of those around them. He (the speaker) thought, with Mr. Shuker that those who were not members of the Church of England should unite with them. There was room for them all, and there were those who were outside the sphere of the clergyman, who might yet be won by the pious ministrations of those who did not minister within the pale of the Church. Those who were absent, would agree with him, that the agricultural interest was one in which they all shared. In these days of depression, the clergy felt the depression as well as others, and they were glad if there was anything which they could do, to further the inter- ests of agriculturalists (applause). Mr. J MEDDINS briefly proposed the Houses of Parliament," to which Mr. R. J. MORE, M.P., who was very cordiallv received, responded. He said that he thought there had been a belief that the House of Comnfons was not so easy a place as it was, when the father of Lord Powis and himself had the honour of repre- senting the division of Bishop's Castle, when it sent two members to Parliament. If they wished to understand what had been the state of the House of Commons during the last two years he would ask them to consider this point: Suppose the Bishop's Castle Board of Guardians contained a strong Irish element, which wished to set up another Board, say at Lydbury or Linley, and kept the Board sitting for eight months, to consider a proposal which was sure, eventually not to pass. Supposing it sat for three more months of the same year, and the next, carried a measure which everyone considered would he most prejudicial to the interests of the union, then they would understand the feeling of Lnionist members at the present time. The measure which had been carried this year, which was most prejudicial to the interests of the men of that neighbourhood, was the Estate Duty. He did not understand why he should be the unfortunate person, first of all, to suffer under this duty, and be twice taxed, on the same property. That was a circumstance which many would find difficult to realise. When he came amongst his constituents, he was asked when he thought there was going to be an- other election. With respect to that; question he thought he could give a pretty certain reply, viz., it was always the unexpected that happened. At the beginning of the recess, he saw by the news- papers that the next Session would be occupied with Irish and Welsh questions. He now found that the newsoapers felt on another question—the war between China and Japan, which would affect our interest with other nations. He saw in foreign newspapers, that it was thought that the present, was a desirable time to excite a feeling in France against England. It was said every day, that it might be a very opportune time for France and Russia to attack England: With respect to elec- tions, he would remind them that they were going to have elections of another kind those for Parish and District Councils. There were 12,500 parishes which would have parish meetings. There was one question which had come before the House, and upon which he should like to have their opinion, and that was, the compulsory slaughter of swine, with respect to which, his friend Mr. Garnett- Botfield and others were strongly of opinion that that would be rightly abolished. He did not know how far any of them might have modified that opinion. Mr. Gardner, the Minister for Agriculture, had announced that the restrictions in regard to this matter would be abolished as soon as the Board of Agriculture considered that it would be right for agricultural interest. It seemed very hard that farmers should have to submit to these restrictions, and that the Irish people should come in free. But they must know that the Irish people are the "predominant" influence (laughter.) With respect to the question of agricultural de- pression, he was of opinion that it was better to take some definite remedy, rather than talk in any diffuse way about the matter, when they were met with the question What's your remedy-?" With regard to the question of light railways, he was in favour of assistance being given to them, and with that view, he had formed a Committee of 40 mem- bers, who were going to try and make a case out for the Government, and try and get them to make a grant for that district. In conclusion, he begged to congratulate them on the progress of the Show. He was glad to have been there, considering that some good competition had taken place. He con- gratulated them on the success of the Society and its organisation, which reflected great credit on Mr. Hnrris, the secretary. The hon. member resumed his seat amid loud cheers. Mr. E. H. MORRIS next proposed the toast of the Bishops' Castle District Agricultural Society, and Agriculture generallv." He said that the reason that the honour of proposing that important toast was entrusted to him was probably due to the fact, that he had a more intimate knowledge of the entire neigh- bourhood, than anyone else in the room, who did not reside within the district. He had known the district for a period extending over a quarter of a century, and had much pleasure in testifying to the energv, and enterprise, which had always character- ized "the agriculturists of that part of the country, (cheers). The Show, which they had succeeded in establishing, reflected much credit upon the pro- moters, exhibitors, and managing staff. (cheers). Indeed the stock exhibited there that day would bear very favourable comparison with that at other shows of far greater pretensions. Although the show was held in a remote corner of an English country bordering on Wales, the district round had long been celebrated for its excellent Stock, and it was satisfactory to know that there was no stock (he alluded more particularly to sheep and cattle), which was more highly appreciated by the grazier and butcher, than the stock ,bred in that district. (cheers). One of the first and principal breeders of pedigree Hereford cattle, held a farm for many years in that neighbourhood (he meant the late Mr. Thomas, of Colebatch) and since his day, many valuable herds had been raised, and a number of prize animals fed, notably several from the noble president's home farm at Walcot, which had been exhibited at Smithfield, Birming- ham, and other shows when they had carried off the highest honours (cheers). He congratulated them, and the farmers generally on having had a satisfactory harvest, and of late improved prices for stock. The chief drawback to the farmer was that grain is now at a lower price than it has been during the present century. As to stock he did not wish to blight their hopes, but he feared the present prices of stores could not be permanent as they were out of proportion to the prices given for fat stock. >o doubt the late rise in stores was to be accounted for by the reduced number of sheep and cattle in the country, and the extraordinary quantity of keep. However, on the whole, he was pleased to say that things agricultural, looked better than they did a few years ago, still they were anything but satisfactory yet, and he very much feared would remain so, until the people realized the importance of the agricultural industry of this country. To the speaker's mind it was as important for the well-being of this country that its agriculture should be kept up to a high standard, as it was that the army or navy should be kept in a high state of efficiency (loud applause). One of the weakest points in connec- tion with agriculture was its poor representation in Parliament (hear, hear). He was pleased to say that in Mr. Jasper More they had an excellent, painstaking, hardworking, and practical member, but after naming him and about half a dozen more it would be difficult to find another true repre- sentative of the agricultural interest (cheers). He was astonished that landowners themselves were not more wide awake to this fact, and that they allowed matters to drift, much to their detriment, also the detriment of tenants and labourers and indeed the country tradesman too, and all interested in land. He quite approved of Lord Winchelsea's scheme, and hoped that at the next election the farmers and labourers would see that they voted for none but the true and pledged representatives of agriculture, for the present representation was anything but creditable and satisfactory to the agricultural community (cheers). He concluded by proposing the toast, and coupling with it the name of Mr. Lawton Moore, one of their leading and most practical farmers (loud cheers). Mr. LAWTON MOORE, in replying, said he had been very pleased with the stock. He felt at a great disadvantage in following Mr. Morris, who, he knew, would do his best to help them out of the difficulties which they had to contend with. He agreed with him when he said that this was a very serious time for the tenant farmer. He thought that the way in which they must contend with these times, was to grow the best of everything. Shows of this kind were the best things to show the farmers what could be done. Since he had attended that show, two years ago, great changes had taken place in the younger classes. He was sure that there was nothing that paid a farmer like a good cart horse. When the two-year-old class came before them they had great difficulty in placing them. It would have given great credit to any show. He begged to thank Mr. Morris for the way in which he had proposed the toast. In conclusion, he hoped that the Bishop's Castle District Agricultural Society would do as much •rood in the future as in the past (applause). The CHAIRMAN then rose to propose the County Council." In that division they gave great regard to having good business men as members of the Council, gentlemen who gave a great deal of valuable time to their duties. They would be having Parish Councillors and District Councillors—let them hope that in the multitude of Councillors there will be wisdom" (great laughter). Mr W. E. GARNETT-BOTFIELD, in responding to the toast, said that they had had an eloquent speech from Mr. Jasper More. It was very much easier for a member of Parliament to return thanks than for County Councillors, for whereas the member of Parliament is for the best part of the vea? in London, they had got their County Coun- cillor with them, and could pitch into him every time they met him in the street (laughter). He did not wish to trespass upon their time, but there were just one or two points upon which he would like to touch. With regard to the swine fever, he might say that when the Government took over the management from the County Council, there were only two cases. Since then the disease had enormously increased. They said that it was on account of the measures which had been put in force by the Board of Agriculture. They had done their best to impress upon Mr. Gardener that the method adopted in Shropshire, would do well in England. The restrictions were not those of the County Council, and were absolutely useless. At the same time, the County Council of Shropshire carried out the orders of the Central Government. The question of roads brought in the question of increased county rate. Thev could not have good roads at the cost of bad ones they 1 M aVC t0 ^0F. t^em. The main roads had i Te, e?ormously improved, which was a great benefit to farmers (applause). Although the County fro. n\Tg T a,lways Please them, it was not ho Ln Ttfr' bad received that toast, and expressed the hope that the cordial relations which existed between their re- (a'plauser811 them8°lveS' lo»S continue After a few further speeches, the meeting con- cluded. Our report would be stamped with incompletion did we not add a word, as to the splendid manner in which tl.e secretary Mr. A. J. Harris, carried out the onerous duties of his post, which, as all con- nected with such Societies, are aware, is no sinecure. We may add, that Mr. Harris, was most ready in affording the Press all the information in his power. The following is a list of awards, which, however, is necessarily incomplete, the whole of the judging not having yet taken place. HORSES. I Mare and foal, of cart horse breed, to be judged together- 1 George Hamar, 2 S Collins, r W Corfield. Pair of cart horses, under six years old, either mares or geldings—1 J Lewis, 2 W Rogers, r E Chelmick, he W E Shuker. Gelding or filly, foaled in 1892—1 aud 2 J Lewis, 3 R Hamar, r and he R. Robinson. Cart gelding or filly, foaled in 1823—1 R B Willlams. 2 Earl of Powis, 3 R Hamar, r P H Harris. Cart colt by Meadow Lad "—1 Mrs Jones, The Farm, 2 S Collius, 3 J Hamar. Cart colt by Montgomeryshire Dick "—1 Geo Hamar, r J Brereton. Hunters and hacks—1 R H Newill, 2 R B Wil- liams, r R Jones, The Pentre. Roadsters, 15-2 and under—1 F Temple, 2 T T Brereton, r W E Shuker, c W Rogers. Hacks, 15 hands and under—1 F Temple, 2 W F Plowden. he R Jones, Court House. Ponies, 14 hands and under—1 F Temple, 2 G G Bright, r T Jones. Ponies, 12-2 hands and under—1 Executors of J C Kay, r W E Plowden. CATTLE. Hereford cow and calf—1 W P Jones, 2 George Hamar, r W C Barrs, h c J Brereton, c W C Barrs. Milking cow of any age or breed, considered hy the judges as most suitable for dairy purposes—1 Earl of Powis, Walcot, 2 and r Executors of J C Kay, h c B Jones. Hereford bull not exceeding 2 years old date of show—1 R Jones, r Executors of J C Kay. HORSE LEAPING AND TURNOUTS. Jumper, being the bona tide property of persons living within the society's district—1 J R Caless, 2 J M Hamar, 3 J F Boa. Jumper, open to all England—1 T Cliffe, Crewe, 2 F J Williams, 3 A E Evans. Turn-out, horses only, being the bona fide pro- perty of persons living within the society's district, and have been in their possession for three months previous to date of show—1 Executors of J C Kay, Hyssington, 2 F Temple. PLOUGHING PRIZES. To the man over 18 years of age, who has never won a first prize in any ploughing competition, who, with two horses abreast, shall plough half an acre of land in the best manner under four hours—1 T Cadwallader, 2 G Stocking, 3. C Jones. FRESH BUTTER. The whole of the prizes in fresh butter were given by Rev W B Garnett-Botfield. Two pounds of fresh butter to be made up in one pound and two half pounds—1 W Rogers, iT P Davies, 3 E Davies, 4 G G Bright, h c Earl of Powis, Walcot. SERVITUDE. Male servant in same employ, or on same farm or premises the greatest number of consecutive years, not less than three—1 John Gardner, employer, Earl of Powis, 41 years, 2 W Davies, emrioyer, R Gwilliam, 40 years 5 months, 3 T Gough, employer Earl of Powis, 30 years and 6 months. To the in-door female servant, under 25 years of age, who has been with the same employer the greatest number of consecutive years, not less than three-1 Sarah Tantrum, employer, Miss Thomas, More, 7 years-2 months. POULTRY PRIZES. Game, any variety, cock and two hens-1 A Nicholas, 2 E Nicholas, h c G Hamar. Dorking, any variety, cock and two hens-1 G Townsend, v h c George Hamar. Plymouth Rock, any colour, cock and two hens- 1 G G Bright, v h c H Edwards. Bantams, cock and two hens—1 Dr Puckle, 2 Dr J F Boa, v h c E D Pugh. Wvandotte, any colour, cock and two liens-1 and 2 Dr J F Boa, v h c T Gough. Spanish, any variety, cock and two hens-2 H Edwards. Any other variety, cock and two hens—1*P H Harris, 2 A Greenhous, v h c M Norton. Is Best cock or cockerel, any age or variety, an electro-plated dinner cruet, value 30s., was given by Messrs. Lever Bros., Port Sunlight—1 A Nicholas. Pair of pullets, 1894 birds, any distinct varieties, bred by exhibitor, a piece of plate value 10s 6d, given by a fancier-Dr. J. F. Boa. Drake and two ducks, any age or variety-2 J E Langford, 3 George Hamer, v h c R B Williams, v h c G G Bright, h c J Percival. Turkey cock and hen, hatched 1894-1 J Percival, v h c H Howard. Goose and gander, hatched 1894, 1 J Hamar, 2 P H Harris, v h c H Howard, h c P H Harris, h c J Alderson. Best couple of dressed fowls—1 George Hamar, c H Howard. Couple of dressed ducks-1 H Howard, 2 P H Harris.

WHITTINGTON. CRICKET CLUB SUPPER-On Wednesday evening the members and friends (numbering 30) of the above Club met at the Boot Inn, to partake of an excellent repast which had been catered for by the genial host, Mr. W. F. Davies. Mr. C. H. Wright of Halston, presided; while the vice-chairman was Rev. J. Wynne Davies. The following gentlemen were also present -MeAmrs. F. A. W. How, R. A. Richards, J. Beckett, T. Scriven, A. Sanderson, W. Sanderson, H. Humphreys, G. Rodenhurst, W. Williams, H. Griffiths, W. Grindley, J. Charles, W. H. Brown, W. Foulkes, E. Morris, T. Copper, W. Eaves, J. Griffiths, R. Brackstone, F. Griffiths, E. W. Aston, Hughes, J. Roberts, Robert Richards, J. Wilkinson, W. Morris, Sec. Apologies for being un- avoidably absent were sent by the Rector and Rev. R. F. Markham, Messrs. Horace Lovett, H. W. Sabine, W. H. Ellis, M. E. Morris, W. R. Humphreys, R. A. Foster-Melliar, and J. Molyneux. After the excellent repast had been disposed of, the Chairman proposed the Queen and the Royal Family." Mr. F. A. W. How proposed the toast of The Bishop and Clergy and Ministers of all denominations," coupling the toast with the name of Rev. J. Wynne Davies.—Rev. J. Wynne Davies spoke of the necessity of athletic exercise everywhere, and said it was the duty of every young man to take exercise of some kind, so as to promote esprit de (-orps.-The next toast was the toast of the evening, viz., that of The Whittington Club," which was proposed by the Chairman, who complimented the club upon its great success this year, as only five matches were lost, while fourteen were won, and one drawn.—Mr. J. Beckett re- sponded, and complimented the members of the club on the great improvement they had shown this season. The club were really fortunate to have the services of a good wicket-keeper, who showed such good form throughout the season.— The Health of the Vice-Captain" was proposed by Mr. Alex. Sanderson, and responded to by Mr. R. A. Richards. The Secretary" was proposed by Mr. Scriven, and responded to by Rev. J. W. Davies. The Chairman" was proposed by Mr. H. Humphreys, and responded to by Mr. U. H. Wright. The Visitors" wai; lproposed by ;Rev. J. W. Davies, and responded to by Mr. E. W. Aston. The Host was proposed by Mr. T. Copper, and responded to by Mr. W. F. Davies. Songs during the evening were given by Messrs Copper, Robert Richards, G. Rodenhurst, H. Humphreys, W. Morris, and E. W. Aston. The company separated after singing Auld Lang Syne," a very enjoyable evening having been spent.

WHITTIN GTON FARM SERVANTS' ENCOURAGEMENT SOCIETY. The above society held its third annual meeting on Thursday. "The weather was very fine, so that a good number of spectators came to witness the ploughing and hedging, which was greatly above the average of the two previous meetings. The society has for its patrons Messrs J. H. Lovett, C. H. Wright, A. Wynne Corrie, and other ladies and 11 gentlemen. There is also a good and strong work- ing committee to ensure the success of the society, consisting of—Messrs A. Wynne Corrie (chairman), J. Foulkes, Upper Henlle, J. J. Freeman, Richard Edwards, Pentre Aaron, T. Harding, Coedty, Holland, Great Fernhill, Wm. Humphreys, Evenall, Joseph Jones, EbllaU Lodge, William Jones, Coedty, J. Morris, Little Fernhill, J. Wainwright, Williams, Park Hall Farm, Williams, Drenewydd, and Rev. H. Holbech, secretary. PRIZE LIST. SERVITUDE. The long service of indoor farm servants (to farm ,abourers who have not previously won a first prize, residing at the farm at which they are constantly employed, or who have been working on the same farm the greatest number of consecutive years)—1 John Richards, Great Fernhill, 2 John Peover, Great Fernhill, 3 John Pearce, Perry Farm. To the maid servant who has not previously won a first prize, residing at the farm at which she is constantly employed, who has been in the service of the same master the greatest number of consecutive years) 1 Mary Jane Jones, Babins Wood Farm, 2 Farm06 J°neS' Ebna11 Hall> 3 Sarah Watkiss. Perry To the farm labourer who has worked on the same farm consecutively for the longest number of pv?r8 o ™am Edwards» 45 years at Perry Farm, 2 William Cartwright, 30 years 5 months, at Great Fernhill, 3 John Lacon, 29 years 2 months at Halston Hall Farm, 4 Evan Morgan, 23 years 11 months, at Hindford Grange, 5 Richard Brown, 21 years 5 months, at Halston Hall Farm. PLOUGHING. T Men-1 Richard Jones, Halston Hall Farm, 2 John Breeze, at Mr. Whitfield's of Berghill, 3 Christopher Wellb, junr., Great Fernhill. Youths under 18 years of age-Only one entry, and considered worthy of first prize, James Clarke, at Mr. J. Wainwright's farm, Whittington. TURN-OUTS. This was the prettiest sight of the day, and it was very difficult to judge the best, however, after a great deal of consideration,.the first prize fell to John Breeze,. Berghill, 2 Walter Williams, Park Hall Farm. All the turn-outs were considered very good. HEDGE. CUTTING. This was very good, and greatly above the aver- age of previous years, and it produced; keen com- petition-1 Joe Humphreys, Iron Mill, 2, Thomas Jones, Evenhall, 3 John Williams, Whittington, 4 Samuel Humphreys, Park Hall, 5 Evan; Davies,. Mile End. The two lattor prizes were extra ones, kindly given by Miss-Wright, of Halston. MAID SERVANTS' PRIZES. Baking—1 Caroline Jones, Ebnal Hall, 2 Martha Jones, The Big House" Whitting-tom Cleaning and care of Dairy Vessels—There was only one entry, and; the 1st prize felt 00, Mary Middleton, Kinsale farm. After the judging there was an excellent tea provided by Mrs. Hales, White Lior4 Inni, at the Schools, at which a great number sat down.. It was very pleasing to see so many farm labourers and maid servants- present. After tea, Miss Wright of Halston,. gave away the priaes to the successful competitors. The Rector then proposed a vote of thanks to Miss Wright for her kindness in giving away the prizes, and then, he encouxagedi the men not to spend wantonly, what) they had won during the day, but to. save; Votes of thanks were also given to the Rector for his indefatigable work as Secretary of the Society. After tea a short entertainment was given in the Boys' Schoolroom,, at which again it was such a pleasing and taking sight to, see so many labourers present. The following ladies -.w--d gentlemen helped to entertain the great company of people which had come together :Frauleii, Germann, Misses Florence Lee, Mamie Oakes, Nellie Lewis, Oswestry, Messrs Hugh Horne, Harry Humphreys, and Robert Richards and Dr. (.^Connor. Mr. Hugh Home very ably acted as accompanist. After the entertainment, which was excellent, was over, the Rector proposed a hearty vote of thanks to all the performers for their great kindness in coming to entertain them. This was carried unanimously. The singing of "God Save the Queen ended a very pleasant day.

MACHYNLLETH. THE WATER SUPPLY.— Some time ago the Parochial Committee advertised for estimates for supplying Machynlleth with water. Three estimates were sent in, we learn, and two of these proposed to bring the water from Llanwrin-a distance of about four miles, a reservoir being constructed at the juncture of two streams. The cost would be about £ 4,000. Another plan suggested is to bring the water from Llyn Cae near the summit of Cader Idris. Here there is an unlimited supply of water from natural springs. The depth of the lake, which fills up the old crater and is 33 acres in extent, was recently tested with a mile line, and the bottom was not discovered. Pipes would have to be laid from the lake to the main road, and conducted via Corris and Esgargeiliog to Machynlleth, a distance of nine miles. Corris and Esgargeiliog are both in need of water supply, and it is reasonable to suppose that they would be willing to contribute to the cost which is estimated by the engineers at from f4,000 to £ 5,000. Arrangements in respect of the lake would have to be made with Mr. Jones, of Talyllyn Hotel, and in respect of the conduit along the main road with the Merionethshire County Council. No great difficulty is likely to be experienced in negotiating with a public body. The pressure which will be derived from the height of the lake, the excellence of the water, and its practically unlimited supply are strong recommen- dations in favour of the Llyn Cae scheme, but it is feared by some that the cost will be found to be greater than the engineers have specified. LITERARY SOCIETY.-The members met on Mon- day at the Maengwyn Schoolroom. It was decided to start the next session with a public meeting on October 8th, when Mr. Edward Morgan will read a paper on the Church and young people." The Rev. W. S. Jones was elected president of the Society. BOARD OF GUARDI.ANS--At the last meeting of the Board there were present: Messrs. Edward Hughes, chairman, John Rees, Ellis Hughes, vice- chairmen, R. Owen, Owen Edwards, John Owen, E. Evans, John Rowlands, Win. Jone, E. Morgan, and R. Williams, with Mr. D. Evans, clerk, and Mr. D. Morgan, assistant clerk.- An estimate of contri- butions was presented by the Clerk, and a rate of lOd. in the £ was ordered to meet the expenditure. —A communication was received from the Local Government Board, stating that the rules for the election of Rural District Councillors had been issued.On the suggestion of Mr. Rowlands, it was resolved to obtain a sufficient number of copies of the order for distribution among the guardians. A meeting of the Rural Sanitary Authority was afterwards held, Mr. Rowlands presiding. On the motion of Mr. Edward Hughes, the Chairman and Mr. Parry were elected to represent them at the conference to be held at Barmouth, for the purpose of the Local Government Act, on Friday. The fol- lowing letter was received and referred to the Parochial committee:—"Machynlleth VVater Sup. ply.-As a ratepayer in Machynlleth, and one who has taken some interest in this question, I com- plain of the delay of the Parochial Committee in proceeding with this matter. I would respectfully suggest that you should intimate to the Committee that if they do not at once take up the matter, you er as the authority responsible for the want of water and drainage in Machynlleth, which is now felt grievously, will take the matter into your own hands. Yesterday I went to Esgaireira and measured the quantity of water at the junction of the two streams there, and it amounted to 86,000 gallons in twenty-four hours. Possibly the supply at Tygwyn would be more. E. MORGAN."— meeting of the Assessment Committee was also held, Mr. Edward Hughes presiding. Appeals were heard from Messrs David Evans, Escuan, R. Pugh, Gorphwysfa Elizabeth Green, Bath-place, Aberdovey, Thomas Hughes, Tynymaes, in the parish of Towyn, and reductions in the assessment were made in each case.—Mr. John Rowlands, Machynlleth, on behalf of Mr. J. R. Dix, general manager of the Corris Railway, appealed against the assessment of the stations and railway of that company in Machynlleth, Llwygweru, Fsridd Gate, Esgargeiliog, and Pennal.—Mr. Rowlands said he appeared against the assessment of the Corris Railway, which had been raised from £15 to C20, and against the assessment of the station at Machynlleth, which had been raised from £15 to JE40. He could see no reason for raising the assessment. Mr. Rowlands said he believed the Cambrian Railways were only assessed at R5, but the assistant overseer said it had been raised to X50. The assistant overseer said it had been decided that the Corris Railway assessment should be increased because of the increased traffic over the line. Mr. Rowlands then referred to the assessment in the parish of Pennal. He said it had been increased from JE52 to C200, and he could not understand why it had been increased so much. Mr. J. Rees said the assessment was not based upon the agricultural value of the land but on the traffic which passed over it.—Mr. Rowlands said increased traffic involved increased expenditure, and he hoped they would reduce the assessment.-The Committee, after a short discussion, resolved to reduce the assessment in the Macbynlletb parish from X40 to X30, and that in the parish of Pennal from C200 to .9,125.-Several other appeals from various parishes were heard and reductions made. -The following contracts were accepted Meat, Catherine Owen, Machynlleth; bread, J. M. Breese and J. Evans flour and butter, J. M. Breese; mllk, David Jones; peas, Jeyes' soap and coffee, Jhomas Breese; clothing, Richard Rees; boots, Richard Roberts; coal, C. Bowen; undertaking, E. Edwards; painting sick wards, J. Davies; tea, Thos. Thomas; syrup, E. Breese,

ELLESMERE. FVRIY CLOSING MOVEMENT.— The principal d emen have decided to close their shops at 7 eall the year round (Tuesdays and Saturdays excepted) instead of at 8 p.m. as heretofore. THE FAIR.—At the fair on Tuesday, Messrs. Parry, Dawson, Batho, &. Co., sold 59 cattle, 10 calves', 258 sheep and lambs, 44 pigs, and 4 horses, and Mr. C. Cooke sold 118 cattle, 13 calves, 93 sheep and lambs, 39 pigs, and 7 horses. FIELD CLUB.—The first of a series of six evening meetings which the Natural History and Field Club are arranging for the winter, took place in the Town Hall, Ellesmere, on Wednesday evening, when a lecture on The Marvels of Poncl-Life,l was given by Mr. H. E. Forrest, of Shrewsbury (sec- retary to the Caradoc and Severn Valley Field Club). The lecture was listened to with marked attention, and was of a very interesting and instructive nature. At the conclusion Mr. J. A. S. Jennings (hon. sec.) proposed a vote of thanks to Mr.jForrest, and hoped it would be the means of inducing some of those present to take up the study of pond-life. This was carried with applause, and the remainder of the evening was devoted to looking through .the microscopes, &c.

VAN MINES. We are glad to hear that this extensive mine, which has been worked by a private syndicate for the past 21 years, has been opened out, and proves to be immensely rich in quantity and quality. Several additional hands have recently been employed in raising and dressing the ore for market, which is being rapidly proceeded with. The pro- prietors bave just sold their first sample of'240 tons rich silver lead ore, which is now in course of delivery. We understand that at present there are 100 hands employed, and in a few weeks several more will be engaged. This should be welcome news for Llanidloes and district, when the flannel industry is at a low ebb.

LATEST INTELLIGENCE. [BY TELEGRAPH.] "COUNTY TimEs" OFFICE, FRIDAY, MIDN oaT, A LUNATIC'S ATTACK ON THE DUKE AN0 DUCHESS OF YORK. The Press Association Leeds' correspondent telegraphs :—As the Duke of York's carriage wøø passing along Park Row to-day during theroyal procession, a man in an excited state rushed froJlJ the crowd, and had succeeded in opening thÐ carriage door, when one of the 17th Lancers dashed up and prevented him from entering the vehicle. Two policemen then took the man to the ToWJl Hall, where he was recognised as a lunatic nanied Joseph Thrackrah, of Armley. No weapon wsø found upon him, but he remains in custody. A later telegram states Thackrah is detained oon the charge of being a lunatic at large. Tbe Royal couple seemed somowhat discomposed by the incident, but the Duke continued to ackno^' ledge the warm greetings bestowed upon them W thejpeople. THE HEALTH OF THE CZAR. The Press Association telegraphs that tllo Secretary at the Russian Embassy states that )10 information has been received indicating that tllo Czar has had a relapse, and that so far as tbe officials there are concerned they know of nothid to warrant the alarmist rnTIlours which have beeo current on various European Bourses to-day. WAR RUMOURS AND THE STOCKS. The London stock markets, after being general good, have become weaker this afternoon and et1 unsettled for most classes of securities. ConSoV j are one quarter lower than at opening, and RussiaØ four per cents, are down one and half on th" day. ENGLAND AND CHINA. The report that certain vessels have beeo ordered from England to China is incorreltl Admiral Frcomantle hsa be."ti instructed to drow what warships ho may consider necessary fcoiO v neaiest ports and not from home stations.

LLANFAIR. PIG FAIR.—This fair was held on Thursday all was well attended by buvers. CATTLE FAIR.—Yesterday (Friday) this f»>r well supplied with stock, but prices were 1°^ comparison with last month's fair. There "'3 good supply of colts, some of which sold for g prices, varying from C12 to £19 10s.. TRAP ACCIDENT. -Oil Monday night as retu to home from Welshpool fair an accident happe°^ y> a horse and trap belonging to Mrs. E. Parry, bryn, when near Tybrith, Llangyniew. The took fright and dashed off at a furious rate. opjy party in the conveyance were thrown out but one was injured, viz., Mrs. Parry, who is sun from severe contusions. PETTY SESSIONS, Saturday.—Before J. C. Esq., the Rev. S. Reed, T. J. Houusfield, J- and T. Watkin, Esqs.—Mr. Evan Thomas several parents in tlie Llangadfan district wit t sending their children regularly to school, a 11 f ditional fine being imposed, to be enforced 1 children attend irregularly. THE LATK MR. D. W. MORRIS.—We announce the death of Mr David William Cefncoch Isaf Farm, Llanllugan, which took V, on Wednesday in last week, as the result attack of pleurisy. Mr Morris was a ^eeji the Calvinistic Methodist ministry, and had etf preaching for upwards of five years. He ^el"* promising young preacher and a gifted s?-e9 He had been very successful with his stud Aberystwyth, where he was studying for the 1J go don University degree. After his member of the Lower Montgomeryshire j Meeting ho went under the tuition of J* Evans I A at the Salop School, Oswestry, to he soon qualified himself for the Bala 00 School which, however, he never entere gained a Connexional scholarship at Aberys^Aoii University College. He passed his ojL- matriculation examination last year. The his death cast a gloom over the district miles around Llanfair. The funeral Monday, the first day of term jg*o 0Q t' College, where he was to „ -„>,b0u 1 The funeral was the largest th° The remains were inC,h0 hood for many years. Jb M felfcwith^ m Horeb graveyard.J^ther, an/a k family, the father and 11 & JtfT of brothers and sisters, and the grandfather. John Davies, Fronhaul- Mr. Morns was.. seven. FippS's COCOA.—GRATEFUL AND ici>, Bv a thorough knowledge of the natural laws govern tha operations of digestion and and by a careful application of the fine Vv°?f tot' of well-selected COCOA, Mr. Epps has provided|ired.: our breakfast and supper a delicately beverage wh!ch may save hea*y *>fsV bdls It is by the judicious use of such artidf HI ^a C°nStltutiou be gradually wng enoUgk to resist every tendency ep- ease. We may escape manv a fatal shaft by ^goowehres well fortified'with pure blQod^»% properiy nourished frame."—Civil Service &a g0id- (1_i 8- 6 81™l»ly with boiling water or milk- only III packets, by GrocnrQ labelled-" J.A.y,s •> -Ltd., Homoeopathic Chemists, wommusum-

DEATH. JJjgJi, VANS October 3, at Evans's Paasag|> vear^ Street, Welshpool, Mary Evans, aged. i^pog' R RANCIS—On the 28th ult., at Tynycoed,,V. aPs.. Francis Francis, horse trainer, aged 8 OWEN—On the 30th ult., Catherine, wife O AGE& Owen, builder, Wenallt Fach, blau 71 years.

FORTHCOMING EVENTS (Full pdrticulara ivill I)e found iit our Advert10 Columns.) OCTOBER. 10 Recital at the Town Hall, Welshpool.. 10 Sale of Farming Stock, by Messrs Cooke at Trecastle. sid?* 10 Town Hall, Montgomery, Meeting to Presentation to Mr. T. Williams,, of rj1, 11 Salo of the Boot Inn," Welsh,pool, by Morris. 11 Mr. Frank Lloyd's Horse Sale. o of 12 Public Hall, Newtown Enterftiament i» a the C.E.T.S., &c.. 12 National Schools, Newtown; Rummage 12 Cross Lanes Farm, Melverley,. Sale of Stoc Messrs Whitfield and Son.. 13 Trips to London and the North. tioll 14-21 Oswestry Parish Church Decica Festival. 19 Buttim;ton, Rummage Sale.. id 26 Public Hall, Newtown; Entertainment In a of the District Nurse Fund. NOFEMrtER. fcf 3 Trewythan Arms Hotel, Llanidloes, P, le, Sale by Messrs Mocsis, Marshall, and 8 Victoria Rooms, Oswestry, Annual M^so Ball. JUNE, 1895. 13 aud 14 Welshpool,. Powis Provincial Eisteddt

E. HUGHES, TRADE HALL, WELSHPOOL DRESSMAKING IN PERFECTION- PERFECT FIT AND LATEST STYLE A STRICTLY MODERATE CHARGES. Special attention paid to Mourning Order9 THE STOCK IS NOW ASSORTED WITH NEW GOODS. Printed and published by SAMUEL SALTER, Junio! and DAVID ROWLANDS, at their Printing Office 21, Berriew Street, Welshpool, in the County of Montgoraery.-Octobei- ft, 1894,