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ABERYSTWYTH. Our representative in Aberystwyth is Mr. J. DEXLEY SPENCER, 32, High Street, to whom notice should be given of all events required to be reported in the COUNTY TIMES. -k ACCIDEXT. --On Saturday morning-, Edward .Jones, an old man, who was walking along Terrace Road, was teazed by some boys and in racing them he fell on a heap of mortar and dis- located his shoulder-bone. He was taken by P.S. Davies to the Infirmary and is now progressing fairly well. SUDDEN DEATH. Mrs Elizabeth Hughes, of 24. Queen Street, was taken snddenly ill in Mr. Morris's shop, Princess Street, and died in the of half-aii-lioiir. OBSTRUCTING THE STREETS AND TOUTING HIRE.—At the Police Court, on Wednesday, before Sir James Sziumper, Mr. John Lewis. Mr. Evan Evans, Mr. Thos. Hugh Jones, and Mr. John Morgan. David Phillips, Terrace Koad. was sum- moned for obstructing the highway with a charabanc and lie was also charged with plying for hire. Mr. W. P. Owen appeared for the defendants, and said that the case was adjourned for a fortnight at the last court.Adjourned for another week. Thos. and Edwin Morris of the Waterloo Hotel, were sum- moned with obstructing the roadway with a four-in- hand coach, and the last named was summoned for plying for hire. -On the application of Mr W. P. Owen these were adjourned for a week. Evan Jones, cab driver, Portland Lane, was sum- moned for plying for hire, and on the application of Mr Owen, this also was adjourned. Catherine Horman, charged her husband Thomas Horman, Poplar Row, with assaulting her. She also applied for a separation order. On the application of P.S. Davies, this was adjourned for a week. ATHLETIC SPORTS.—The Aberystwyth Grammar School athletic sports were held in the Vicarage field on Saturday. The weather was all that could be desired and the competitors were on the mark for the first race fairly well to time. There was a fair attendance which would probably have been larger but for the fact that a contingent of the Channel fleet had just arrived in the bay and tliis undoubtedly proved a counter-attraction to many. The events, which were keenly contested, were as fo}lcws :-100 yards handicap—1st heat, 1, A Noves (scratch), 2 DL Kinsey (4 yards) 2nd heat, 1 j G Morgan (scratch), 2 L R Hughes (5 yards) 3rd heat, 1 0 Green (scratch), 2 J .Jenkins (scratch) 4th heat, 1 H Xoyes (2 yards), 2 P D Kinsev (scratch) final heat, 1 A Noves (scratch), 2 D LI Kinsey (4 yards) and J G Morgan (scratch) equal. Throwing the cricket ball—1 0 R J Green, 2 J G Morgan. 150 yards hadicap-lsr heat, 1 II Xoves, 2 L R Hughes 2nd heat, IAD Calvert, 2 E Owen • final, 1 H Noyes, 2 L R Hughes, 3 A D Calvert. High jump 1 D R J Green, 2C Williams-Miller, 3 F Dayrell. 120 yai-ds-l G Pierce, 2 A Mackav. Thread-needle race-l H Noyes, 2 A Griffiths. Half-mile handicap—1 A Noves (scratch), 2 J G Morgan (scratch). Tug-of-war (six-a-side) --In this the Dayboys proved to be the winners, winning three out of three pulls. The following ladies and gentlemen contributed to the prizes which were kindly distributed to the winners bv Mrs. Protheroe, the Vicarage Mr H Bonsall (Cwm), Mr and Mrs Joseph Davies, Messrs D Evans, J Garner, D A Jones, Pope, J Thomas, Wynne, J L Williams, J R Blackhurst, R A Daniel], S V Horton, Mrs Evans, Messrs Joinson, A Noyes, Miss Rees. and Mr C F Smith. MARRIAGE OF HERR B. PAREEZER.—On Monday, shortly after noon, there was a large and interested congregation at the Parish Church, St. Helens, to witness the marriage of Herr Barnett Pareezer, the well-known proprietor of the Pareezer Opera House, Aberystwyth, and who is still more widely known in St. Helens and other provincial communities as the head and front of the Prussian Choir and pictorial concerts that have delighted thousands. His bride was Miss Kitty Bamber, daughter of Mr Bamber of Preston, and a member of his concert company. The wedding guests drove to the church in well appointed equipages, the bridegroom and his friends being conveyed thither in a landau drawn by four bays, the rest, three in number, being drawn by pairs. The service, which was fully choral, was conducted in a most impressive manner by Rev J. W. Willink (vicar), and Mr R. B. Woodward, organist, played the usual music. The bride was attired in a dress of white silk, and she wore a tulle veil, both being trimmed with orange blossoms. She also wore a diamond brooch, the gift of the bridegroom. Miss Pollie Bamber, sister of the bride, and Miss Boyd, a member of the bride- groom's concert company, acted in the capacity of bridesmaids. They wers dressed in heliotrope crepon with hats to match. They, as well as the bride, carried splendid bouquets, the gift of the bridegroom. The best man was Mr Hugh Chesney, of Liverpool. The immediate members of the wedding party, and a few invited guests, after the ceremony sat down at the Royal Raven Hotel, where they partook of a wedding breakfast of a most sumptuous character and during the proceedings the health of the newly married pair was proposed in felicitous terms and drunk with enthusiasm. The wedding gifts were very numerous, and in- cluded from the bridegroom to the bride a carriage and cheque, and costly recognitions from Mr D. Allen, Belfast, Messrs G. Borwick and Co., London. In the evening the happy couple left for Aber- ystwyth. CHE CHANNEL FLEET AT ABERYSTWYTH. A portion of the Channel Fleet, which recently laid a visit to Belfast, arrived in Cardigan Bay at loon on Saturday, and anchored in the Bay in froilt )f Aberystwyth. The fleet comprises some of the argest and best-equipped ships in our Navy, and he names of th.) vessels, ten in number, are as 'ollows:—" Majestic," flag ship, having on board fice-Admiral Lord Walter Kerr, K.C.B., one of the )Idest officers in the service; the Magnificent," tag ship, having on board Rear-Admiral Powlett. 3oth these ships are 14,900 tons, of 10,000 horse- )ower, capable of steaming 16.1 knots. They carry 'our 45-ton guns, besides 12-ton guns and several 12-pounder quick-firing guns, Maxim-Nordenfelt llns. &c. The 12-ton guns are wonderful examples )f engineering skill, and a small boy can easily -aise or move them into position. The ships carry ;rews of 810 men, and the officers are reckoned ;he smartest in the service. The other vessels are ;he Royal Sovereign," the Empress of India," Repulse," Resolution," Blake," Halycon," Bellona," and Hermione." Upon their arrvial in front of the town the ships fired a salute, and bunting was simultaneously displayed from the fore ind aft of each ship. In the afternoon the Mayor (Councillor T. Griffiths), the ex-Mayor (Dr. Harries), and the Town Clerk (Mr. A. J. Hughes) paid an official visit to the Majestic," and personally welcomed Lord Kerr. His Lordship expressed the pleasure he felt at being in the Bay, and compli. T, t^e MAY°R upon the delightful town of HiaCT a V.ad .k°nour of being Chief Magistrate, for p S intimated that the ships would leave So.eZ Kt,,raal niorning, but the Her- visit of TT xr i.L would remain over the of fhe town "?• the Prince of Wales- The reception nature. On was of the most cordial to the ship would be all ?6 known that visitors out the whole of the d^the0^0^' throU-h" crowded with sightseers pleasure boats were The channel fleet. I +i Bellona and Hermoiie^p6^1011^ the morning. The weathpr- ori uesdav ppwtators from turning ,iIl; 1n,,t ,loter the crowded. The ships dipped' rh»" cas^e was departure, and the compliment ™ S °n *beir Captain Doughton from the CastlI.aS return £ *1 by BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—MONDAY Mr J. R. James presided over the Board nt ti • meeting at the Workhouse, and there were ako present Messrs D. Lloyd (vice-chairman) John Jenkins, W. A. Miller, B. E. Morgan, David Jones Hugh Hughes, Evan Richards, R. Edwards J p' Thomas, E. J. Evans, J. B. Morgan, Thos. Jones T E. Salmon, J. M. Williams, David Davies, David Lloyd, Evan Lewis, John Jones, Lewis Richards T Powell, David Mason, Evan Simon, with Mr Huo-h Hughes, clerk, and Mr David Davies, assistant clerk. OUT-RELIEF. The following amounts have been paid in out- relief during the past two weeks Per Mr Joseph Morgan, C45 4s to 142 recipients per Mr John Jones, zE39 18s to 145 recipients; per Mr J. J. Hughes, t54 to 206. TRACING SETTLEMENTS. The Local Government Board wrote to say that they could not accept the appointment of Mr Joseph Morgan as settlement and removal officer.-The Clerk explained that he was ready to do the work which of course he had been doing in the past but the Board objected to the expense and he thought that by sending Mr Morgan it would be done cheaper. He had spoken to Mr Bircham, and this gentleman recommended him to further explain to the Local Government Board the reason of the course taken. MASTER'S REPORT. The Master reported that the number in the House was 35 as compared with 35 during the same period of last year; vagrants relieved during the past two weeks 30 as compared with 33 during the same period of last year. Periodicals had been received from the Countess of Lisburne and Mrs Rice Williams.—On the motion of Mr D. Jones seconded by Mr Thos. Jones a vote of thanks was I passed to t he ladies named. THE CONDUCT OF THE HOARD: CENSURING .MEMBERS. When the Visitors' Book was about to be read, Mr Hugh Hughes asked to be allowed to make an explanation. There were only three names down on the list of those who attended but there were five members present—Messrs John Jenkins. David Lloyd, T. E. Salmon, T. Jones and himself. Un- fortunately he took the chair that day and although there were several things before the committee they failed to pass anything, and he thought that it was high time that they should conduct business better and that a certain member of that Board and a member of the committee ought to conduct him- self as he ought to do as a public man. He said that his conduct last Saturday and at previous meetings had been disgraceful if they had no personal respect for themselves and the Board, it was high time that they should look into the matter. He would just give them an outline of what took place on Saturday evening. First of all they had under consideration in connection with the Prince of Wales' visit, an offer from Mr JohnJJenkins, who had offered to drive the inmates around the town. on Thursday evening, to see the decorations (hear, hear). Tho next item was the question of making a collection at the meeting that day. in order to defray the expenses of the inmates in finding them seats on some stand during the progress of the royal procession. This suggestion by Mr B. E. Morgan (hear, hear). Of course they failed to pass the The Chairman Why ?—Mr T. E. Salmon Let him go on I'll give him why directly. Mr Hughes continuing said that Mr Salmon then wanted to bring on the question of the gas governor for the meter. As Chairman, he wanted to pass those things dealing with the treating of- the inmates, but he could not do so because Mr Salmon was up and shoutir.g-— -Mr Salmon: I beg to differ. It is a deliberate falsehood, and a man in your position ought to know better Mr Hughes I am on my feet now Mr Salmon I hope 'that he will keep to the truth Mr Hughes There were other members Mr Salmon Yes, as bad as yourself Hughes continuing said that the Guardians would remember that the question of the gas governor was argued out at the last meeting by Mr Salmon and Mr Jenkins; there was nothing new in the argument, but Mr Salmon per- sisted in having the thing brought forward but he sug- gested that they had better adjourn; but the way Mr Salmon attacked Mr Jenkins was simply disgrace- ful Mr Salmon I cannot allow Mr Hughes to come here and make deliberate falsehoods I cannot sit hear and here him telling a lot of lies. Mr. Hughes Mr. D. Lloyd, Mr. Thomas Jones, and others were there and will be able to contradict me if 1 am not correct. We failed to do anything, and then we started around the house and went first of all, according to the suggestions of Mr. Bircham, to 19 the cells and here again they failed to do anything. Mr. Salmon attacked Mr. John Jenkins in the en- trance to the cells, shall I tell you Mr. Salmon: A you Mr. Jenkin's advocate. Mr. Hughes: There you are. The Chairman: Allow Mr. Hughes to go on. Mr. Hughes said that they failed to pass anything in connection with the suggestions of Mr. Bircham. They could not do anything because Mr. Salmon was obstructing and calling Mr. Jenkins names. Mr. Salmon What were the names r The Chairman Half a minute more ir. Salmon. Mr. Hughes said that they went round the house and in going met Miss Jenkins the nurseiwho mentioned that she would like a holiday on Friday as she was going to sing in a choir taking part in the royal visit and asked that it should be brought before the meeting of the committee. When they got back to the committee room he mentioned this matter, and he was attacked by Mr. Salmon for simply con- veying Miss Jenkins' request and the expressions made use of- Mr. Salmon: Name the wcrds. Mr. Hughes said if he had given permission to Miss Jenkins it would be a diff- erent matter, but Mr. Salmon wanted to know why Miss Jenkins should speak to him more than to anyone else and said that Miss Jenkins ought to have brought the matter before the Master and he should then bring it before the Committee. He concluded by saying that Mr Salmon ought to conduct himself better in commit- tees.—Mr Salmon again interrupted, and the Chair- man said that if the discussion was going on the speakers must confine themselves to one speech (hear, hear).—Mr Salmon said that he came to the meeting on Saturday and in about five minutes Mr Hughes came in and the question of entertaining the inmates was considered and decided upon. Then Mr Hughes looked at his watch and said, Look sharp, gentlemen, I haven't got time," and he maintained that they should take the matters adjourned from the last meeting. He and Mr Jenkins then had an argument respecting the gas governor, and there was nothing out of the way said.—Mr Hughes jumped up and said, let's go round the house." They went around the house and he said that Mr Jenkins did not know more about the gas governors than the man in the moon, and that was what they called calling names." Mr Hughes got very excited and he believed that Mr Hughes was more hot tempered than he was (laughter). As to the nurse's application, all he said was that the nurse should have sent her appli- cation to the master, otherwise they would be showing no respect for the master by listening to complaints and requests from officials. If they allowed this sort of thing they might do I away with the master altogether. He did not believe in the Guardians listening to everything that was said by the officials, and because he said this, Mr Hughes got up in a deuce of a tear. He was sorry that Mr Hughes should come there with a concocted story which bad taken all the day before to make. It was a wonder they did not send the fleet to bombard him out of the room Mr Hughes: There you are, Mr Chairman.—Mr David Lloyd said that he was at the meeting on Saturday, and he was sorry that he came there, because there was so much noise. He maintained that it was the duty of every Guardian when going round the House to ask the paupers questions as to the;r treatment.—Mr Salmon said that he re- ferred to officials. Mr Lloyd If any of the officials of this Workhouse have anything to say, they have a perfect right to tell the Guardians.—Mr Salmon Yes, couiplaints.-lilr Lloyd said that he had gone round for years and had always asked the paupers if they had any complaints to make, and he thought that Mr. Hughes was quite right in bringing the notice before the meeting of the Committee. He was very sorry for what happened, and hoped that nothing would happen like it again.—Mr Salmon said that it was not compli- mentary to the Master that they should ignore his position. Mr. Lloyd It is our duty. Mr. Salmon It is not our duty to listen to complaints. It is not complimentary to the Master. Mr Richard Edwards said that lie was very glad that he was not up there on Saturday. He was very sorry to say that he had never been at previous meetings, where the business was so badly-conducted. They ought not to come there to fight with each other. The Board had brought disgrace upon itself in a manner Mr. Salmon: No no.—Mr Edwards: I can prove ir. Mr. Salmon: No you can't. Mr. Edwards: Gentlemen, we are here to represent the ratepayers, and not to come here to fight one another, and call one another odd names we ought to have better respect for ourselves. I believe that the ratepayers say that we have brought disgrace upon the Board, and dis- grace upon ourselves. I am sorry to say this moment that I am a member of the Board of Guardians in the manner in which it is conducted at the present. Let us'stop this foolishness. If no better business is conducted in the future I can venture to tell you this very moment that-I will never step into this room. I am here to do justice to the poor and rate- payers and not to fight one another. We are a dis- grace not only to Aberystwyth but to the whole of England and Wales.—Mr Salmon (laughing) Well so help me; Mr Chairman I am quite agreeable Mr Hughes He's out of order.-N-lr Salmon If Mr Edwards will resign I will fight him at an election. The Chairman Mr Salmon I asked you to confide yourself to one speech.—Mr Salmon ey are not doing it.—-The Chairman Is any otner member going to speak.—Mr Salmon You allowed Alr Edwards to speak upon the conduct of Tho nv,r • an(* no*" uPon that of the committee.— m H airman appealed to the Board to allow the Mr stln,! £ a?d thafc they W0Qld be friends.- wardlv.—Mr ,Conduct themselves straightfor- beine fair "to thUgT?eS Protestetl against this as nor bS ^h twari r, a „iiuorwara. He is onlv a member likp anyone else and why should he accuse other mem! the'rh g Strai"hforward- He thought that the Chairman was giving Mr Salmon undue privi- leges.-The Chairman No I am not. Mr Huo-hes was in favour of enforcing the Standing Orders"and expelling the member.—The matter then dropped and the members agreed to give Miss Jenkins a holiday, to treat the inmates and give them a tea on Friday.

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LL AN FIH AN GEL-Y-C E EUDDYN. ANNIVERSARY MISSION SERVICES.—These annual clerical meetings have been held every year for np- wards of 26 years in commemoration of the restoration of the church, having been commenced by the lace Rev J. D. Jones, when vicar of the parish. They were held this year on Wednesday and Thursday, June 17th and 18th. On Wednesday evening at seven Rev J. Hughes Parry, rector of Iludbuxton, read the first part of the service, and Rev J. I'. Evans, vicar of the parish, the latter part. Rev W. J. Williams (vicar of Llanafan) read the lesson, and the pulpit was occupied by Rev Canon Williams, B.D. (Carmarthen), who delivered an excellent discourse. After the sermon a communi- cant's meeting was held, when Revs Canon Williams and J. Hughes Parry gave very suitable addresses. On Thursday morningat eight the Holy Communion was administered to 62 members by Canon Williams, assisted by Rev J. Hughes Parry. At 10 Rev J. T. Griffiths, R.D. (vicar of Llauilar) intoned the service. The first lesson was read by Rev Daniel Williams (curate of Goginan) and the second by Rev H. M. Williams (vicar of Liedroci). Sermons were delivered by Rev J. Hughes Parry and Canon Williams. At half-past two the Litany was sung by Canon Williams, and Rev Griffith Jones (vicar of Mostyn), preached. At half-past six Rev J. P. Evans intoned the service, the lesson was read by Rev. J. Jones, M.A., Headmaster of Ystrad Meurig Grammar School, and two very able sermons delivered by Revs. J. Hughes Parry and Griffith Jones. Besides the clergy already I., y mentioned there were also present Rev. T.I. Morgan Vicar of Capel Bangor; Rev. Alexander Williams, Vicar of Elerch; and Rev. George Blackwall, Curate of Penrhyncoch. Refreshments were liber- ally provided for the clergy and strangers by Rev. J. P. Evans (Vicar), Mr John Jones, Abertrinant; Mr Richard Jenkins, Tanllan; Mr Joseph Jones, Abermagwr (at Lisburne Arms); Mr Henry Wright, Pendref; Mr Wm. Lewis Evans, Dolau- ceu-nant; Mr James Rathrey, Lisburne Arms; Mr Evan Evans, Farmers' Arms Mr David Rees, Caeglas; Mr Morgan Richards, Blaencynon; Mr Ebenezer Davies, Cynon Fawr; Mr David Lewis Jones, Village Mr Wm. Evans, Village &c. The services were throughout choral, and the singing, which was very good, was under the leadership of Mr Wm. Lewis Evans, Doleu-ceu-nant. The anthem" Cenwch gun o fawl," was also well slri"- Miss Evans, Abertrinant, ably presided at tie har- monium, while Mr. Roach, schoolmaster, Rhosdie, in the absence of Mrs. Evans, th3 Vicarage, accom- panied theanthem. Collectionsweremadeaftereach service to defray expenses. The weather was favourable, and the congregations very large, and included many people from adjoining parishes.

MACHYNLLETH. THE ROYAL VISIT.—Mr H. Lloyd-Jones presided ovei a meeting on Monday afternoon in the Town Hall, and there were also present :—Messrs Edward Davies, Sackville Phelps, Rd Gillart, Edmund Gillart, R. C. Anwyl, Major Bonsall, Messrs Henry, Richard Rees, Ed Rees, N Lloyd-Jones, N. B. Owen, Mrs Trevor, Mrs Pritchard, Mrs M Lloyd, Dr Davies, Messrs Edward Jones (Lion), J Edmunds (Wynnstay), Joseph Evans, John Row- lands, Rev Josiah Jones, Rev John Williams, Drs Matthews and Williams, Messrs Evan Jones, W M Jones, D Davies WiJliams, John Pugh, John Lewis, J M Breeze, Capt Richards, J B Davies, B Pierce, G W Griffiths, John Evans, Peter Williams, T R Morgan, T Lloyd, C R Kenyon, etc., with Mr David Evans, hon see.-The programme was adopted and it was decided that the Plas grounds should not be open to the public on the 25th and 26th inst. It was decided to write to Sir Francis Knollys, asking him if the address should be read in Welsh. It was stated that proper provision would be made for the childrens' choir. OPPOSING THE LICENSED VICTUALLERS. On Saturday a special court consisting of Major Bonsall (chairman), Messrs Joseph Evans, Edward Davies, N. B. Owen, Edward Hughes, Dr Edwards, and Mr Edward Rees, sat to hear applications from the local publicans for an extension of their hours on the three days of the Royal Visit by two hours —from ten until twelve o'clock, and Mr Edward Jones of the Lion Hotel, applied for an occasional license from the Court to sell intoxicating drinks in the Town Hall.—Letters opposing the applications were read from Rev Josiah Jones, Rev D. H Hughes, Machynlleth Women's Temperance Union, Maen- gwyn Calvinistic Church, Maglona Lodge of Good Templars, Wesleyan Church.— The letters and petitions reminded the Court that at Aberystwyth similar applications were refused.—Mr Edward Jones of the Lion Hotel, pointed out that at Aber- ystwyth the hotels and other places were open until eleven o'clock. He strongly repudiated the insinuations contained in the letters that the repu- tation of the Machyni'eih licensed victuallers would be sullied if these applications were granted. Ever since he had been in the town he had never known a single case against a licensed victualler, and with all due deference to the rev gentlemen he considered that it was too bad to the licensed victuallers of the town.—Mr Edmund Davies asked if the rest of the publicans were willing that the occasional license should be granted.—Mr Edward Jones pointed out that none but he had applied in answer to the Executive Committee's invitation. Personally he would have more than he could manage, but he was going to supply refreshments for the sake of the strangers who would be in the town.—The Bench retired to consider their verdict and upon returning into Court said that the applications would be refused.—Mr Edward Jones repeated that it was not for their own benefit that they asked for it; he was pleased to say that none of them had come to a state of poverty that they had to work until 12 o'clock at night in order to make a living (hear, hear, from the licensed victuallers). COUNTY COURT, SATURDAY. Before His Honour Judge David Lewis. CONGRATULATIONS.—Mr. John Rowlands said as this was the first Court at which his Honour had had an opportunity of sitting since his late illness, on behalf of the Court and its suitors he heartily congratulated his Honour upon his return.—His Honour: Thank you very muoh. DAMAGES TO AN AXLF.Jobn Watkin, of Llan- brynmair, sought to claim compensation from Evan Owen, for damages alleged to have been caused to the axle of a cart belonging to the plaintiff. On behalf of Mr. W. P. Owen (Aberystwyth), Mr John Rowlands asked for an adjournment of the case, as the defendant and his witnesses were unable to be present that day, chiefly through illness.— The plaintiff objected to the adjournment.—His Honour: You could have taken your evidence on commis- sion, Mr. Rowlands. The Plaintiff said the defend- ant had asked for an adjournment before, and there was no reason why he should not be present on that day.—His Honour: Go on; prove your case. The plaintiff described the manner in which the accident occurred, which was due to a collision, and called John Stephen Owen, his servant, to support his statement. Judgment for plaintiff for the amount of claim, 13s. 9d. THE FLITTING DEFENDANT.—Thomas and Co., Medical Hall, Towyn, sued J. R. B. Godfrey, barrister-at-law, 3, Crown Office Row, London, for the sum of JE8 Os. 6d., being the amount due for goods supplied and the same defendant was sued by John Evans, tailor and draper, Aberdovey, for the sum of zClO Is., due for the supply of clothing, &c.-iltr Rowlands, who appeared for the plaintiffs, said the notice had been served at the known addresses of the defendant in the case, and in accordance with an order by Judge Bishop at the last Court, and advertisement notice had been in- serted in a local paper.—-The defendant did not appear.—Judgment was given in favour of the plaintiffs, and the costs of the advertising to be paid by the delendant. TAKING AWAY A GATE.—Lewis Lewis, Glanyrafon, Glasbwll, sued Edward Rowlands, of Derwenlas, for the sum of Ll, being the amount alleged to be due for the taking away of a gate and the damag- ing of the posts at Arddlas, Glasbwll.—Mr Rowlands appeared for the plaintiff, and His Honoui gave judgment for 8s. 6d. COULD'NT GET RID OF Hi,i.-Edward Heathcote Thruston, of Pennal Tower, Machynlleth, sought to recover from Evan Jones, Pwllbydie, Pennal, farmer, the possession of a cottage, cow-house, garden, and premises known as Bryn, otherwise Pwllbydie, situate in the parish of Pennal, in the county of Merioneth, and which was held over from the plaintiff, the tenancy having been determined by notices to quit, which expired on the 12th day of May. The annual value of the above premises was C3 10s, and the plaintiff also claimed 14 for rent and mesne profits.—Mr F. R. Roberts, Aberyst- wyth, appeared for the plaintiff.Mr Roberts said that the defendant maintained that the cottage, etc., was one taking with the land, but they held that they were two distinct takings, and his application was not to recover possession of the land, but only of the cottage and premises.— Evidence was given by Mr Thruston and Lewis Lloyd Jones.—The defendant said that he had no house to go to.His Honour: Can you give him any time ?—Mr Roberts He signed a consent to leave this house in last February.—His Honour: Of course, you can bundle him out neck and crop, but will you give him a little time P—Mrs Thruston was not willing to give much time, and sub- sequently 14 days was agreed upon.

ABERDOVEY. SHIPPING. -On Monday the "Laura Griffith" arrived at this port with a cargo of beautiful kerb stones for use in the works now being proceeded with at Towyn. The Prince Llewelyn" also arrived with a cargo of flooring boards for Mr J. Hughes Jones. Both cargoes came from Freid- rickstadt in Norway. THE SEWERAGE WORK.-As this work is being brought to a close the number of men employed are being gradually reduced, and on Saturday last 50 men were dismissed. LECTURE.—On Friday evening a lecture was delivered at the Wesleyan Chapel to a large and appreciative audience on Rhys Lewis," by Rev. Caenog Jones. The lecturer dwelt in a humorous way with the hero of the most popular Welsh novel, and for nearly two hours kept his audience in good humour with his droll anecdotes and com- parisons.

LLANGURIG. FUNERAL OF LIEUT.-COL. LLOYD-VERNEY. The mortal remains of the late Lieut.-Col. Lloyd- Yerney, Clochfaen, were on Tuesday afternoon, committed to their last resting-place in the family vault, Llanguvig Churchyard, amid tokens of deep respect and esteem. Having resided in the neigh- bourhood for many years, 11 it was but natural that the deceased gentleman should be put to rest in the God's Acre" of this little mountain village, the scene of countless generous actions, and the abode of so many who had in the past, benefitted by the kindness, and consideration of one who will be greatly missed both in his public and private capa- city. In the morning, overhanging clouds threat- ened rain, which fell slightly, the weather clearing up later in the day. It was shortly after half past four o'clock, when the solemn cortege arrived at the Parish Church, from Clochfaen, in the following order: general public which included Rev R. H. Jones, Messrs. J. Smout, J.P., J. G. Bowen, J. Ingram, E. Hamer, R. Ingram, R. Evans, Llwyn- hyddod; E. Mills, Grant, Dr. J. V. Owen, H. L. Davies, E. Edwards, J. R. Pryse, junr., J. R. Row- botham, E. Mills, Post Office; J. Jones, Llwyn- gwyn Llanidloes Lodge of Freemasons, headed by the Worshipful Master, Mr T. Pryce Jones, accom- panied by the Chaplain, Rev E. O. Jones, and the following brethren Messrs. A. J. Morris (Mayor), D. Davies (Ex-Mayor-), J. D. Davies (Town Clerk), E. Lewis Lloyd, L. P. Marshall, E. Davies, and E. Dakin the hearse coveied with beautiful wreath3 the mourners—Mrs G. H. Lloyd-Verney (widow)| Messrs. James and Harry Lloyd-Verney (sons) and Miss Lloyd-Verney (daughter) Sir Edmund, Verney (brother) with Lady and Miss Verney, Clayden House, Bucks; Mr and Mrs Verney (brother), Miss Higgins, Nurse Wheatley, Mr Huskisson (hon see, Four Hand Chess Club, Lon- don), Col Drew (agent), Mr G. D. Harrison (solici- tor), Welshpool; Mr Swettenham, Newtown the household servants, tenants (about 70 in number), and tenants' wives (about 72). At the Church gate, the mournful procession was received by the Vicar, (Rev T. H. Hughes), Rev W. D. Roberts (Free- mason), Llanidloes, and the choir of the Llanidloes Parish Church. The coffin, which was covered by the Union Jack, was then removed from the hearse, and the wreaths having been placed upon it, it was slowly borne down the pathway towards the Church, the choii chanting I am the Resurrection and the Life." Having arrived at the sacred edifice, the solemn procession entered therein to the strains of 0 rest in the Lord," beautifully rendered on the organ by Miss Marshall, Llanidloes. Leaflets had been distributed throughout the Church, bear- ing on the front page, the following inscription :— George Hope Lloyd-Verney, born March 5th, 1842, died June 14th, 1896. Laid to rest in Llan- gurig Churchyard, on Tuesday, June 23rd, 1896. Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the pre- sence of his glory with exceeding joy, to the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.' Service which was conducted by the Vicar, com- menced with the chanting of Psalm 39, I said I will take heed to my ways, that I offend not with my tongue," and concluded with the hymn" Abide with me fast falls the eventide," which was sung with much feeling. As the congregation passed out of the little sanctuary, Miss Marshall per- formed the" Dead March in Saul on the organ. The mourners now assembled at the graveside, the Vicar again officiating. The hymn Peace, per- fect peace" having been sung, the sad ceremony concluded with the Freemasons' burial service con- ducted by the chaplain, Rev E. O. Jones. The wreaths which were distinguished alike for their number and beauty were sent by :— Mr and the Misses Hewitt, Elizabeth Rose, the Household, Rev W and Mrs Dundas, the household children, Sir Edmund and Lady Fremantle, Mr and Mrs Waddmgton, Mrs and Miss Bertie Moore, Sir Pryce and Lady Pryce-Jones, Miss Ellen Judd, Nurse Wheatly, Mr and Mrs George Weston, Sir Robert and Lady Egerton, Mr Hailey, Mrs F Rob- inson, Miss Florence Nightingale, Mr and Mrs E Smith, Mrs Charles Daniell, Mr and 1tr Wilson Noble, Mr and Mrs F Verney, Sir Edmund and Lady Verney, the Claydon Household, Rev T and Mrs Hughes, H R H Princess Frederica of Han- over, Mr and Mrs Davies, Mr and Mrs Drew, R and A Ingram, Mrs Dauncey, Mr J Hussey, jun, the Four Handed Chess Club, London, Miss Bodgener, Miss Higgins, Mr and Mrs Edwin Smith, &c.

BETTWS. PRINCESS ROYAL ODDFELLOWS' BENEFIT SOCIETY. —The anniversary of this society, which is held alternately at Bettws and Tregynon, was held on Wednesday last. The members assembled at Tregynon, where light refreshments was provided by Mr. B. H. Phillips, Temperance Hotel. A pro- cession was afterwards formed and headed by the Tregynon Brass Band, under the conductorship of ly Mr. J. Manuel, Newtown, paraded the village, and afterwards proceeded to Bettws Church, where Divine Service was held, conducted by the vicar, Rev. Gwynne Vaughan. On leaving the Church, the procession was re-formed, and after march ing around the village, adjourned to the New Inn, where an excellent dinner was provided by Mrs. Ford, the landlady. Mr. C. M. Kershaw, of Newtown, presided, and Rev. Gwynne Vaughan, occupied the vice-chair. Amongst those present were Messrs. A. D. Dawson, Barker Halliwell, W. Stokes, M. W. Owen, Herbert Jones, John Hamer, Newtown; Rev. Vaughan Jones, Tregynon; Rev. D. B. Edmunds, Tregynon; Rev. D. E. Jones, Bettws; Mr. John Pryce, Highgate; Mr. Jones, Cwmdockyn Mr. Jones, Penycoed Mr. J. H. Jones, Pantmawr; Mr. Rodgers, Bryncoch; Mr. Thos. Pryce, Bettws Hall; Richard Tilsley, Caersws; B. H. Phillips, Tregynon, hon. secretary, &c. After the removal of the cloth the chairman gave the toast of the Queen afterwards that of the Prinr-e and Princess of Wales and the rest of the Royal Family. Mr. John Pryce proposed the Bishop and Clergy and Ministers of other Denominations, coupling with it the names of the Vicar of Bettws and the Rector of Tregynon, Revs D. Edmunds and D. Jones, both of whom responded. Mr. Jones, Penycoed, gave the Army, Navy, and Reserve Forces, responded to by Mr. John Hamer, Newtown. The Chairman, in proposing the Princess Royal Oddfellows Society, said the amount of sick pay was zC97 9s 5jd, which, according to the number of 2 11 their members was nearly £1 per head. It was to be hoped that they would not have so much sick- ness in the future as they had had during the past year. It appeared that they had made eight new members and that would be a great help and stimulus to them (cheers.) He had been informed that they were ahout to make two or three other members (hear, hear.) He hoped they would go on prospering and that next year the amount of sick pay would be £9 instead of X97. There was a capital of X318 7s. 6d. (checis.) Mr. Richard 2 Jones, Cwmdockin, in an appropriate speech, gave tha health of the chairman which was drunk with musical honours. Mr. Kershaw suitably responded. Mr. Richard Jones next gave the visitors and coupled the name of Mr. A. D. Dawson who in re- sponding proposed the health of the county and borough members which was most enthusiastically received. Songs were rendered during the evening and the band played selections at intervals. LAYING THE FOUNDATION STONES OF THE SCHOOL. For months past, the one theme of interest in the parish of Bettws has been the erection of a new National Shool, and for this object the parishioners led by their earnest and hard-working Vicar (Rev. W. Gwynne-Vaughan) have worked most stren- uously and successfully. By the aid of a Bazaar Rummage Sale, and,contributions amounting to gl-,00 nearly half the required sum ( £ 700) has been realised. A site named Maesydomen, having been secured from the Bettws Hall Trustees, work commenced a month ago, and progressed so favourably as to enable the ceremony of laying the foundation stones to be per- formed on Friday se'nnight. The proceedings began at 2 p.m., when service took place in the Parish Church, a crowded congregation being present. The Vicar intoned the service, the lessons being read by the Ven. Archdeacon Thomas, who also delivered an eloquent discourse from Proverb xxiv, 3 and 4; Through wisdom is an house builded, and by understanding it is established, and by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with pleasant and precious riches." In ancient days, he said. when schools were r writing, and books rare, men had to trust to their memory for their knowledge. They cultivated a happy skill in focussing their experience, condensing their wisdom into proverbs. Their words were few but pregnant with meaning; they embodied principles rather than methods, studied foundation more than scaffolding, spoke in parables and proverbs. Education in its full and true sense was the educing, calling forth, and developing the spirit- ual, the religious and moral character, as -well as the secular and intellectual. Let them rejoice in the work they were doing in providing a new school, where the faith shall continue to be handed down unimpaired. Let them thank God, that he had put it in their hearts to overcome the many and grave difficulties which bad beset them. Might the new school be a blessing to generatious yet unborn. At the conclusion of service, the choir, clergy, and school children formed into procession, and pre- ceded by Mr. W. Swayne carrying the banner, marched to the site for the new school, singing Onward christian soldiers," and We are soldiers of Christ." A large company were found assembled at Maesydomen, including Lady Pryce-Jones and Miss Pryce-Jones, Mrs R. E. and Miss Jones, Cefn Bryntalcli Mrs Lewis-Andrew, Glanhafren; Miss Marshall, Bridgewater; Rev. D. and Mrs Davies, Dolfor; Rev. W. L. and Mrs Martin, Berriew; Rev. Dr. Gibbings. Llanmerewig; Revs. J. P. Morgan, Llandyssil; G. Roberts, New- town; O. K. Williams, Caersws; Mr. W. Scott Owen, Mr and Mrs B. Halliwell, Mr and Mrs W. G. Cottle, Misses Jones, Bank House, Newtown. The hymn, The Church's one foundation," having been sung, prayer was offered by the Vicar, after which, in opening the proceedings, he observed that on an occasion of that character it was necessary that he should say a few words. At the outset he might express his delight that so large a number of people had congregated that afternoon, which was an occasion of importance, and without doubt a red-letter day in the history of the parish. It had been very long indeed in coming, and the eyes of many of them had been strained in looking over the months, and, he might say years, towards that day. Three years had elapsed since the Education Department first found fault with their old school in the Churchyard. The Department con- demned it as inadequate, and ordered its enlarge- ment. For a long time the Vicar and managers made strenuous efforts to meet the demands of the Department by enlarging the old school. Those efforts, however, proved fruitless. He himself made efforts for the enlargement of the old school, but the trustees of the estate would not give or sell the ground necessary for the purpose. There was, therefore, no alternative but to build a new school, which was a great undertaking lor a poor parish. The site, which was most desirable, cost £ 100; the lawyer's fees being £ 5 for drawing up the deed of conveyance. The contract for building the school was £570. but they would require not less than £700. The question was, where was it to come from ? They had, by promises and contribu- tions, £300, and they would need C400 further. The out-look was very dark, and the clouds were black and thick, but he hoped that they would break in blessing on their heads. When the school was opened injoetober, might it be done free of debt. He wished to acknowledge the help which he had received from his parishioners, among whom the Nonconformists had most willingly rendered their aid, especially in the haulage, by which he estim- ated £100 had been saved. He hoped to carry on the school in the future so that no complaints could be made against the management. He further wished to acknowledge the assistance of the archi- tect, Mr. Scott Owen, who had been a great help to him. The responsibility was so enormous that had it not been that the parishioners had rallied around him be would have been almost inclined to throw up the school. They meant to get out of their difficulty and the way they intended to do it was by overcoming it. He could not do without co-operation, and, he hoped that all the parishioners would help in the future and bring the ship to shore. He would now call upon Lady Pryce-Jones to lay the first stone. The stone having been lowered into position, the Vicar stated that there would be deposited with it a copy of The Church Times for that date, and read the following inscription cnt cn the stone :—" This stone was laid by Lady Pryce-Jones, Dolerw, New- town, June 19, 1896." He then presented to her Ladyship a silver trowel and mahogany mallet who having spread the mortar on t he stone, struck it three times with the mallet repeating the formula" In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost." Mrs R. E. Jones then laid the second stone, being followed by Miss 3Iarshall, who performed the same ceremony in regard to the third stone, which bore the inscription, This stone was laid by Miss Mar- shall, who contributed X-50 towards the playground in memory of Mrs Marshall." The Vicar then called upon Mrs Lewis Andrew to declare the remaining stone to be well and truly laid." In doine- so she generously placed on the stone an envelope bearing the words, With love to dear old Bettws," and containing a cheque for zElO 10s. She further gave 10s for the masons. The ceremony having now been performed the Vicar proposed a hearty vote of thanks to these ladies for their attendance and support, which was seconded by Archdeacon Thomas and carried. The proceedings terminated with the singing of the hymn Christ is our corner 9 stone," and the Benediction pronounced by the Archdeacon. The procession then re-formed and marched to the Schoolroom- singing Hail to the Lord's Anointed." An offertory was taken at the gate of Maesydomen and realised £13. At the old Schoolroom tea was provided by Mrs Morris, Top Shop, to which over 300 sat down, 210 tickets having been sent out by the Vicar and Mrs Lewis- Andrew, this lady with her usual kindness giving £2 2s towards the expense. In addition the whole of the tenanty of the Glan Hafren and Pennant estates were hospitably entertained by Mrs Lewis- Andrew. Towards the great effort recorded above the following subscriptions have been received Miss Marshall C50, Mrs Devereux Pryce £20, National Society zE30, mortgagees of the Gregyiiog estate £ 20, the Bishop of St. Asaph £ 10, Mr C Whitley Owen (Fronfraith) X5, the headmaster of Rugby School XB; Mrs Pryce, Leighton "In memory of Vicar Pryce," zC5 the Earl of Powis £ 5 offertory taken at St Asaph Cathedral on Sun- day last when Rev W. Gwynne-Vaughan preached, £ 9 10s result of rummage sale X20, and of the bazaar in August last £ 140. In conclusion we would pay a well-deserved compliment to the esteemed Vicar, Rev W. Gwynne-Vaughan, who by his unswerving efforts is largely responsible for the success which the effort has thus far attained. During the afternoon the choir rendered excellent service while the church bells rang a merry peal. The contract for the work is being carried out by Mr J. Evans, builder, Caersws, under the superinten- dence of Mr W. Scott Owen, the architect.

MONTGOMERY. ODDFELLOWS' ANNIVERSARY. — The Loval Ark of Friendship Lodge of Oddfellows held their anniversary festival on Friday se'nnight. The members met at the Lodge Room, Prince's Street, in the morning, and marshalled by Bros. T. H. George, P.G., and T. H. Proctor, P.G., marched in procession to church, headed by the band of the 4oh Batt. South Wales Borderers, conducted bv Bandmaster Fred Owen. An excellent sermon was preached by Rev. J. H. Brown, Bedstone, who took as his text Psalm 133, 1 v., What a good and joyful thing it is brethren to dwell together in unity." After the service the procession was re- formed, and after perambulating the streets of the town, returned to the Town Hall, where a capital dinner was provided by Host Griffiths of the Crown Inn. The Mayor of Montgomery (Councillor E. R. James) presided over a very full attendance, amongst whom we noticed the Rector (Rev. E. W. Brown, M.A.), Mr A. C. Humphreys-Owen, M.P., Dr. Robertson (lodge surgeon), Mr C. S. Pryce (lodge solicitor), Mr J. E. Tomley (secretary), Mr Tomley (registrar), Mr E. Bridgwater, P.G.M. The vice-chairs were occupied by Messrs T. H. George Pro. C.S. After doing full justice to the ample spread, the cloth was removed and the toast list gone through.—The Chairman gave the loyal and patriotic toasts, which were re- ceived with musical honours.—Mr T. H. George gave the Bishop and clergy and ministers of all denominations," coupling with the toast che name of the Rector, Rev. E. W. Brown, M.A., who, in re- plying, alluded to the fact that he did' not 'attend as a visitor or in anywise as a stranger, but as a brother and Oddfellow (applause). He was very proud of being a member of that grand Society, which was in so flourishing a condition. Mr. C. S. Pryce gave the toast of The Man- chester Unity.Mr C. Shaker, P.C.S., in appro- priately replying said that the Society now num- bered in all about 870,000 members, and possessed in funds C8,500,000.iNir. R. Tomley proposed prosperity to the Montgomery District, coupling with it the name of Bro. E. Brigwater, Grand Master of the district, who in replying gave some interesting and detailed statistics of the funds and membership of the district.—Mr. A. C. Humphreys- Owen, M.P., in giving prosperity to the Ark of Friendship Lodge, said it was always a pleasure to him to attend their Anniversary Festivals and to see as lie invariably did a more and more cheerful balance sheet, and this year was no exception. The number of adult members had increased by 10, and the juveniles by 12, and the funds had bv £ 18? tPr -1 V ■ T I'" :;ö" tion for friendly societies.—Mr J.. omr:sanded. tarv, whose name was coupled, briefly pc0nded —On the motion of the Chairman, >- :nCere by Mr Lewis Griffiths, N.G.. of the lodge, ;ren,V"ed vote of condolence was passed with the f Caer- widow and family of the late Col Iiairison vcry howel.—At this stage of the proceedings,' interesting ceremony was perfor °'<Lonted Bro Griffiths, N.G., of the lodge, who Prto-" ag a J. Berwick with the sum of half a s0^er Jg"(jul-ing premium for proposing the most mem er the year.- Bro J. Berwick suitably Lodg0 the gift. Remaining toasts were au^ Surgeon," proposed by Mr G. J. Wi-ou?h' replied to by Dr Robertson i\r-Janies' given by Mr S. Davies, and replied to b\ at)(j The Visitors," proposed by Mr S. atid acknowledged by Mr R.' Davies, Churc^s Sir R. Jones; "The Host and Hostess P by Mr T. Statham, and responded to ^g Griffiths. The company then adjournec^^ ^uSfe. Bowling Green where dancing took place cr [n The band of the South Wales Bordeiers 1 attendance. ——— TOWN COUNCIL. -THURSDAY. o. Present The Mayor (Mr E. R- Jame»), 1 ing, Councillors W. Jones, A. Graham, Williams, with Messrs C. S. Pryce ^javor, Hole (surveyor), and R. Tomley. ^'ie f. tbe s 0 befox^e commencing the ordinary business Council, thought it would be wise to ca^ attention to the very sad loss they had sUfjoI1 j a by the lamentable death of Alderman hlajrj, ^ng regard to which he begged to propose the to resolution "That this Council records its Sth of of the great loss it has sustained by the d eIcere the late Alderman Harrison, and that a Sl1 aà vote of sympathy be passed with Mrs Harris family in their very sad bereavement. O'entle- men were very few and they could ill spare d whO men who had taken such great interest all possessed such ability for conducting the o r0. of their county. When their Corpora-ion ^v^ered formed they all knew the great assistance ren ^ejr by Col Harrison, and when the election o gt.jjat first mayor took place all eyes turned towar gentleman. All who worked with him in mation of the Council could testify to tb0 o interest he took in placing it on a sound fotin When the deceased gentleman became the second time he reviewed the work 0 Council, and iu so doing remarked that they lost only one member, Mr Brown, since its tion. Little did they think that the Colore bel', was in point of years their youngest nie ,^e would be the next to be taken from them- fiJled gap caused by his death would not easily be in up.—The Ex-Mavor (Councillor Willia1113^ seconding, stated that a kinder-hearted uaIl waS Col Harrison he never knew.—The motJOl atXl, supported in feeling terms by Councillors «r'' and Jones, the Town Clerk, and the The Town Clerk announced that the V!1 Assurance Company, in consideration of t^6 -caJ that the Town Hall was not used for thea purposes, had reduced the premium paid by Council to £ 1 17s 6d. The Town Clerk refWJl) letter addressed by the Rector (Rev. E. W. to the vestry clerk, Mr Edwards. The rev. £ en man said that with regard to the demand f°r parish books to be handed over he had c'1IlS jjcil the churchwardens, and now referred the Coo ted to the Local Government Act, 1894, which s that the custody of the register of marriageS oOP- burials, and all other looks or documents, the taining entries wholly or partially relating to as Church or ecclesiastical charities, shall reXoai11 foe provided by the existing law unaffected by re- recent Act. Vestry books containing entries aill ferring to the affairs of the Church must renl for in existing custody. There must be two keys one the cupboard, one for the churchwardens, and ,or for the Town Clerk. It was decided that the » and Ex-Mayor should consult with the churchw»rf g —On the proposition of the Mayor, the Inspector oe, empowered, in case of the water becoming scarpjj0 to turn off the water from 6 a.m. to 9 a.n1.- re- Local Government Board wrote sanctioning tbe appointment of Mr R. Tomley as Nuisances for the next twelve months, but poin out that as the Board disapproved of the P-VP01^ ment of relieving officers as inspectors of nUJsall re, they hoped that the Council would, in the fu 9011 make some different arrangement.—This waS the business of public interest. PETTY SESSIONS.—TIIURSDAY. JS. Before the Mayor (Mr E. R. James), Williams (ex-mayor), and Mr J. Davies. ,„<rot THE LATE COLONEL HARRISON.—The said that before they commenced the busine^o0tf the court he should like to make a few obser?? as to the loss which the court had sustained death of Colonel Harrison, who had been a t yll figure in that court for over 20 years, takia^^Lrb the administration of justice both in the Borone and County Petty Sessions. As a magistrate p took pains to fulfil the position he was called ;PfBl to occupy. During the whoje course of his fog career he did not think that the decision ot. late Colonel Hairison was ever called into queW biS .He was firm but always temperate, tender in a of dealings, and whatever he did was from a senSe j duty. He moved That this Court place on re^°0{ its sense of the great loss sustained by the death one of its most able and distinguished memh0 | Colonel R. J. Harrison, and that a sympathy be conveyed to Mrs Harrison and L in their sad affliction."—The ex-Mayor seconded the resolution, Mr J. Davies, »s youngest member of the Bench, supported it. el pressing his personal indebtedness for the ^r.eat assistance rendered to him by the late Colonel■» the outset of his (Mr Davies's) public career. M. Woosnam, as a member of the profession, had on more than one occasion practised before deceased gentleman, fully endorsed the se.DoIl ments uttered by the Chairman. Colonel kept in view the Scriptural injunc that what was required of a magistra was to do his duty and love He had had ample opportunity for judging the u of the late Colonel on the County Council of jj they were, at one time, members together. Altb°u^ he did not always see eye to eye with the ^ecea gentleman, there was that manliness, that spokenness, and that geneality of manner which to ways endeared him to those who were opposed ud him. He regretted his untimely demise, aId trusted that the record of his useful life stimulate those whom he left behind to etnu him, in the nobility of his character. co BREACH OF THE SHEEP SCAB ORDER.—P.C. -^r?e charged Mr W. E. Shuker, Pentre, Churcbsto with a breach of this order on the 28th se- bringing 6 sheep from Radnorshire without a hceIl Fined 2s. and costs. AN UNJUST WEIGHT.—Andrew Baugh, itl1 Churchstoke, was charged by Inspector Breeze, having in his possession on the 4th inst., an and an unstamped weight. Defendant was mt"c in the sum of 10s. including costs. yl, BASTARDY.—Martha Ellen Morris, aged domestic servant, Stalloe Cottage, applied for an affiliation order against John Fos farm labourer, Gaer Cottage, Forden. Mr M_a 1 .g Woosnam, Newtown, appeared for the P'a'D^ce defendant being represented by Mr C. Ycarsley, Welshpool. Verdict for plaintiff-

TREGYNON. CALVINISTIC METHODIST CHORAL FestiVA1^ The annual festival for the improvement °^,Ceg- gregational singing w»s held at Bethany on g,g day week, Mr Thomas, G.T.S.C., Newtown, fLctIUâ to conductor. The afternoon meeting was dcvoteded. rehearsal, and the evening meeting was cvoV\r-aa The tunes sung included the anthem Jesus, of Glory" (T. Pryce, Merthyr), and the lujah Chorus." The singing was most credit neS The accompanists were Miss Myfanwy ing and Mr. R. Breese, and during the niet nds addresses were given by Rev. J), B. EdUlers J. Davies, and D. Jones. The following were elected for the ensuing year — Presideu J. C. Gittins, Newtown treasurer, Mr. R- Bwlch-y-ffridd secretary, Mr Geo. H lUll'rrer Bettws. Messrs E. Jones, Caecappin and T. H< Jones, Bettws, were appointed to represen district on the selection committee. -The a Sunday School treat was given the same day-

DAEOWEN. ld at INQUEST—On Monday an inquest was the Lion Inn by Mr J. Rowlands, coroner, tou tbØ the death of a little girl, eight years itb. daughter of Mr Thomas Davies, blac S bet According to the evidence given it se0lD^rjiilst clothes must have taken fire from a candle the she was sleeping in the kitchen, her father a lIer time being also asleep on a settle hard bYtbC Io- mother was from home at Carno attending lIed iIl dependent Association. Dr Edwards was ca ne to as soon as possible, but nothing could be save her life, and she expired the following^,ards» The foreman of the jury was Rev. R- and the verdict was that she met with her Tburg. from the shock consequent upon burning on day evening, the 18th inst.

The Powers have interfered, between the Sultan and the Cretans, and u witl1 vised that the islanders should be investe^ large powers of self-government. Thp. 0,-