Welsh Gazette and West Wales Advertiser

TREGARON. PICNIC.—The annual picnic of the County Inter- mediate School was held on Saturday last. Punctually at nine, five brakes started from Brenig View, pre- sided over by the Staff of the school and Mrs Water- house. The procession had a gay and animated appearance, and all concerned seemed bent on en- joying themselves. The merry-making was to take place at Llynoedd Teifi. In spite of some threatening omens, the weather continued fair during the entire journey, and the destination was reached about noon. With a strict attention to the well worn motto— Business first, and pleasure after,all sat down and made a hearty lunch. During the afternoon, walking, climbing, boating, swimming, botanising, geologising, &c., engaged the energies of the party, and a thoroughly pleasant time was passed by all. At 5-30, tea was served on the hill-side, and eaten with huge relish by those who had come back literally "as hungry as hunters." Tea disposed of, all gathered up their belongings and made for" Yr Hen Fynachlog Ystrad Fflur," when the brakes were in waiting. From thence the journey home was cool and pleasant, the members of the school arriving at Tregaron at 9-45. The homeward path was naturally enlivened by song, and the effect was distinctly poetic as brake after brake swung over the Brenig, with each occupant singing "Hen'Wlad fy Xhadau." The proceedings were terminated by hearty cheers for the Staff in the Square, the feeling between pupils, masters, and mistresses showing enviable loyalty on all sides. We should mention that a number of very fine specimens of the Sundew (Drosera rotundifolia) were among the spoils of the day's excursion. By a co-incidence, our readers will find something about this plant in our Welsh columns this week. BOARD OF GUARDIA'-N S. -TUESDAY. Present—Messrs. Evan Evans, Lledrod Lower (Chairman), E. Lloyd, Blaenpennal D. J. Williams, R. James and Rees Evans, Caron Lower: D. Lodwick, Gartheli; David Davies, Gorwydd; Peter Davies, LIangeitho John Owen, LIanbadarn Lewis Oliver, Yshytty J. Lloyd. Clerk; Rees Rowlands, Relieving Officer and M. Morgans, Master. STATISTICS. Out-door relief per Mr. Rees Rowlands was for 2nd week P,21 Is. 6d., corresponding time last year, £ 19 12s., and the 3rd week, E20 9s. 6d., corresponding time last year, P,19 14s. The minutes of the last meeting were read and signed. MASTER'S REPORT. Mr. Morgans, the Master, read his report, which was as follows Number of inmates, 26, corresponding time last year. 29 number of vagrants, 20, corress- ponding time last year, 25. APPLICATIONS. An application for clothing for a child was con- sidered, and granted and an application for boots was not granted. CORRESPONDENCE. A letter was read on the question of Old Age Pensions suggesting the making of provisions tor necessitous Old Age, which was submitted to the Manchester Board of Guardians by Alderman Mr. Dougail in April. To legalise the payment of 5s. weekly to every person in the United Kingdon, who has attained the age of 65, would entail a cost so enormous that those who urge it as the best solution of the question are without any expectation of its adoption for many years to come.—On the proposal of Mr. D. J, Williams, seconded by Mr. Peter Davies, it was agreed that they should support it.—A letter was read from Dr. Morgan, Pontrhydvgroes, convey- ing the Guardians his sincere thanks" for their kind sympathy with himself and family in his recent sad bereavement. PAUPER LUNATICS. A statement of the condition of every pauper lunatic in the Joint Counties Asylum at Carmarthen chargeable to the Union of Tregaron was read. The Clerk, in reading the statement, saw the name of Sarah Davies, who was unknown to the guardians.- It was proposed that the Clerk should enquire who she was, and report at the following meeting. RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. Present Messrs. D. Davies (chairman), Rees Evans, Richard James, D. J. Williams, E. Evans, John Owens, Daniel Lodwick, Lewis Oliver, E. Lloyd, and Peter Davies. The Clerk read the minutes of the last meeting. TREGARON WATER SUPPLY. A reply received from Mr. Rees Jones, surveyor Aberystwyth, was read with regard to inspecting the Berwyn Lake. Mr. Jones stated that he was unable to attend.—On the proposition of Mr. D. J. Williams, seconded by Mr. Lewis Oliver, it was proposed that the Clerk should write to Mr. J. Arthur Jones, Mr. Rees Jones's son, to make an inspection of the place and give his opinion. PENPOMPREN BRIDGE. Mr. Rees Evans stated that he had visited all the bridges about Penpompren, and said that the carting of stones was not yet finished, but all the carters promised to finish within the past fortnight, but owing to the fine weather most likely it was un- finished. The following letter was read from Llan- geitho Parish Council At a meeting of the Llan- geitho Parish Council held on 14th July, it was resolved to draw the attention of the District Council to the following suggested improvements in the public roads in the parish which were deemed absolutely necessary. (1) That hand railings be fixed on Rhydypandy Bridge which in its present un- protected state is dangerous to all having recourse to use it. (2) That steps be taken to reduce the steep gradient on the Ffynongeitho, incline, especially as the cost of the alteration would be but a trifle."

ABERAYRON. ATHLETIC SPORTS.—These sports were held yester- day A full account and result of events in our next week's issue. VISITORS.—Visitors are slow coming to our town this year. We are all strong believers in National festivities, and especially the National Eisteddfod. In fact, the ladies' choir, once upon a time, contem- plated competing for a prize. But the "National" this year seems to have militated against us, by drawing the crowds to Cardiff. We axe waiting our turn, though. Bv-AND-iiv, when Aberayron becomes a fashionable watering-place, that is. supplied with pure water, &c., big English families will be our paying guests. The iai u:JJ not injure us then. THE CotrjfTY SCHOOL.—Rumour has it that the County School managers contemplate reducing the staff, the number of pupils being twenty less than that of last year's corresponding term—a bad omen. We are informed on the best authority, nevertheless, that the prospects of the school are brighter than they have ever been. We are blessed with an ambitious headmaster. WILD OATS.—Every rash young man must needs- sow his wild oats. This remains true of every institution, perhaps. The managers of our school seem to have sown theirs. Now they reap. SHIPWRECK.—The Bodrhvclcbn" was wrecked last week off Para, Captain Daniel Davies, the owner being at home on furlough. SUCCESS.—Mr. Fred C. Jones, a pupil of Mr. Hughes at the County School, has succeeded in passing the entrance examination to Bangor College. Mr. Jones obtained the second place on the list. PERSONAL.—We are sorry to announce that Coun- cillor David Griffiths is laid up with the influenza. We wish him a speedy recovery to take up his duties again. THE GUARDIANS AND THEIR MEDICAL OFFICER.—It is said that a lively scene took place at the last meeting of the Board of Guardians. The scene arose over the case of a certain suffering pauper at Cilcenin. The dramatis persoiue were Messrs. J. M. Howell, Thomas Davies, T. A. Lloyd, and the Medical Offieei--and of these some were active, some passive, and their parts included questions of diagnosis and etiquette. DUTIES.—The duties of magistrates are numerous affiliation cases in Cardiganshire are frequent. Granting occasional licenses, under the present dis- pensation, is not seldom. Does not an ear that listens to the too often dirty talk of the police court incapacitate itself top erceive the still small voice ? THE Towx CLOCK.—The man to paint the face of the town clock in black, and the pins and number made up in gold leaf for 7s. 6d. has not yet been found. An offer was made to do the work for 15s. by. a tradesman, but the Council thought it better to ask for tenders so as to give a chance to all. Were there tenders for the pump ? NEVER SATISFIER-Human nature is never satis- fied. The last Loeal Government Act created a large number of magistrates. Now, boards of guardians petition parliament to extend magisterial privileges to their chairmen. This granted would naturally furnish the ambitious R.D.C. with a double chance for a J. P. The time may ere long arrive, when justice will be dispensed by officially trained minds rather than by nonentities. Until then, every Tom, Dick, and Harry will have his eye on the bench, minister and clergymen not excluded. A COINCIDENCE.—A wag, who waits his turn to sit. on the Bench, told me the other day that he was startled at the last petty sessions at Aberayron. The principles of practical justice were embodied in three gentlemen: a tailor, an undertaker, and a priest. The Bench, said lie, had too much the touch of a fnneral about it, Each of the mags," you see, would gain by a death on the very spot; the tailor would furnish the relatives with mourning, the under- taker the corpse with a coffin, and the priest would get his pay for pronouncing the departed blessed. A DISCOVERY—Mr. J. M. Howell and Mr. Lima Jones, took a two days excursion last week to Pont- rliydfendigaid, Strata Florida Abbey, Ilafod, and Devil's Bridge, and returned overwhelmed with the sights they had seen in their own county, which, in his opinion, far surpassed anything Mr. J. M. Howell saw in the memorable voyage he took in the "Cadwgan" to Wicklow.

MACHYNLLETH. EISTEDDFODIC.-The choir left at 6 o'clock this (Thursday) morning to compete at tiae N'ational Eisteddfod at Cardiff. THE Marchioness of Londonderry presided at a meeting of the London Committee of the Irish Industries Association at Londonderry House, Park-lane, on Tuesday, BUILDINGS.-—About twenty new houses are now being built by Mr. Edward Morgan. Some of the houses will, it is said, compare favoucably with the best at present in the town. The architect is Mr. Howard Jones. INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL.—The entrance exam- ination in connection with the Intermediate School is held during the week, the examiner being Mr. R. E. Owen, M.A., headmaster of the Welshpool County School. OTTER HUNT.—On Monday the B.O.H. went out hunting in the river Dovey. An otter was seen, but was not caught. On Tuesday they again went in search for the otter, but all efforts proved unsuccessful. OFF TO C-k-mi,On Saturday morning the local Volunteer Corps left town by an early train for Porthcawl, where the annual camp is held. The Company, which belongs to the 5th South Wales Borderers, was under the command of Lieutenant Wakefield and Sergt,-Instructor Hemmings. The men, who were exceedingly bright and smart, turned out to the number of fifty-five, and leaving the barracks, paraded the principal streets previous to entering the train. The march off was a picturesque event, and it attracted considerable attention, the streets being lined by hundreds of admiring spectators. Some indulged in fancies, and fondly nursed their imaginations on witnessing the scene. It was play and pleasure now; would it ever become a horrible reality ? What if old Kruger persisted and troubles multiplied. Then the gay youth would have good cause to sigh to the strains of The Girl I left behind me," and the coy maiden to ask in doleful notes Will ye no come back again." Let us hope that it will never be our lot to witness such times, and that our lives will ever remain in pleasant places. We should have stated that, before departing, the Company was successfully photographed by our fellow townsman, Mr. Pearce. Brilliant summer weather favoured the opening days of the camp at Porth- cawl. Most of the battalions arrived somewhat late on Saturday evening, owing to defective train arrangements, some detachments being kept nearly two hours at Pyle Station. However, quietness reigned supreme about 10.30 p.m. Everything at present lends to the comfort of all concerned. The long line of tents stands picturesquely upon the shore, extending from the college grounds up to the Rest. The 2nd Volunteer Battalion Welsh have their tents pitched upon the college field. Next comes the old Brecknockshire battalion, which is now styled the 1st South Wales Borderers. In close companionship is the 3rd South Wales Borderers, followed by the 5th Scarlet-coated Battalion, while on the slope contiguous to the Rest are the two remaining battalions, the 2nd South Wales Borderers, with their black uniform, occupying the extreme point of the camp. The 5th South Wales Borderers, Colonel Pryce-Jones, M.P., in command, with Captain-Adjutant Walker, Major Lieutenant-colonel Hutchins, V.D., and seventeen officers, and a strength of 390 men, making a grand total of about 3,500. The opening church parade at 9 30 on Sunday morning took place on the Downs, the battalions forming in half- brigades some distance apart. The weather was extremely hot, and the men were permitted to lie down during the major portion of the service. The service was conducted by the Rev. D. Hughes, assisted by two chaplains. There was an unusual influx of visitors to the camp on Sunday.

TREFEIRIG. FIRF..—On Friday morning, the inhabitants of Salem, Llwynprisg, and Penrhiw, were alarmed at an early hour to find that Lletty-evan-hen, a large farm- house situated at a considerable distance up the mountains was on fire. The farm-house stands at a considerable distance from any other house, and when first observed by the surrounding neighbours it was seen that all hopes of saving the house were in vain as the roof had already fallen in, and all that re- mained were two chimney-stacks and a part of the house walls. Therefore the first thought of the neighbours was for the safety of the familv who lived in the house. This consisted of Mr. Jenkins and his wife, a son and daughter, a manservant and a maid. It was soon found that they were all safe, and that they had abandoned the house after all their efforts to save it were futile. The origin of the fire is a complete mystery. The son entered the house about midnight, and states that all was safe at that time. Mr. Jenkins was awakened about 4 o'clock by hearing some unusual noise about the house. He got up, and on opening his bedroom door the flames rushed into his room. The flames, which had already entered the bedroom of the manservant, spread so rapidly that the members of the family could only escape with their lives, nearly the whole of the household effects being destroyed. None of the out-buildings were attacked by the fire. Much sympathy is felt in the neighbourhood with Mr. Jenkins and the family. CONCERT.—A highly successful concert was held in the Baptist Schoolroom, Pontrhydybeddau, on Satur- day evening, 8th inst., under the auspices of the Trefeirig United Choir. In the unavoidable absence of Dr. Jones. Y IFagwyr, the chair was excellently filled by Capt. Francis, Cwmsymlog, while the Rev. D. C. Davies, acted with much ability as conductor of the concert. The choir was fortunate in obtaining valuable assistance from willing friends at Bow Street, Penllwyn, and Goginan. Among those who so largely contributed to the success of the entertain- ment we must not forget to mention the names of :he Misses Pearce (Penllwyn), Evans (Penybryn), lames (Llety-spens), Sarah E. Jones and Letitia Jones, md Mrs James Davies (Cwmerfin), and the Messrs. VIeurig Edwards (liow Street), R. Thomas (Bow Street) ). Morgan (Bow Street), Isaac Jones (Penllwyn), H. L Evans (Penyhryn), J. R. Jones, Board School. (Goeinan), John Thomas Gwarhos, Wm. Evans (Penybont), J. Lewis ;Thomas (Tanllidiart), William H. Thomas (Tynewydd), W. H. Hughes (Penybont), and Thomas Morgan (Llwyn-prisg). The perform- ances throughout reflected the highest credit upon those who took part in them, but we cannot refrain from specially mentioning MissPearce, who sangwith f,reat taste; Mr. H. M. Evans, who sang "O na byddarn haf o hyd, Mr. Meurig Edwards who de- lighted the audience with a song from Mynvddog, and Mr. R. Thomas, who gave a capital rendering of Y Bachgen Dewr," Other items of special interest ing were a quartette by Mr. J. James and party, a male voice party led lry Mr. Hugh Morgan, who sang Hiraeth," a ladies choir conducted by Miss Evans (Penybryn), who sang "Clvchau Aberdovey," and the United Choir under the conductorship of Mr. J. c James (Lletty-spens), who gave ane rendering of the anthem, NN-Iwn." The duties of accom- panist were admirably performed by the Misses J. Jones (Minafon), and M. E. Hamer-Evans (Hoard School). The usual votes of thanks brought a most enjoyable evening to a close. The greatest praise is due to Mr. J. James, Mr. Meurig Edwards and Mr. J. Thomas (secretary), for the great pains they have taken to provide such a musical treat.

BALA. CRICKET.—On Wednesday last, an interesting match was witnessed between the Bala County School and the Dolgelley County School, ending in a victory for the former. The score stood: Bala, 53 Dolgelley, 42. SPECIAL PETTY SESSIONS.—On Wednesday last, before Messrs. J. Parry and R W. Roberts, Jane Hoberts, of Bala, was brought up in custody, charged by Inspector Morgan with being drunk and dis- orderly on the previcus day. Defendant admitted the offence, and was discharged on promising to go to the workhouse. EXCURSIONS.—On Thursday last. the Oswestry C.M. Sunday School visited the town on a half day trip. A large number took advantage of the trip, and it is to be hoped, spent an enjoyable afternoon here. The weather was delightfdl. The Church Sunday School here decided on an excursion to Rhyl, on the 27th inst. THE SEASON.—There are abundant prospects of a prosperous season at Bala. Visitors are coming in in considerable {numbers. Several mansions in the vicinity have already been let. The Urban Council are actively promoting the interest of the town. The innovation of a watering van fills a long felt want. URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL. An adjourned meeting was held on Friday last, when there were present: Mr. R. W. Roberts (chair- man), Mr. J. W. Roberts (vice-chairman), Messrs H. Ll. Davies, D. W. Jones, R. LI. Jones, Edward Jones, W. T. Jones, and T. R. Dakin (deputy clerk). RE-LAVING OF WATER PIPES. The Water Committee reported that they had had under consideration the scheme submitted bv the surveyor for the re-laying of the water pipes in town. They recommended the Council to approve of this, and that the circulation be completed, and every sub main connected with the main at each end. The Council elicited information as to the proposed number of hydrants and their "locales" and after being assured that the scheme could be amended if found necessary, it was not like the law of the Medes and Persians, the recommendation of the Water Com- mittee was adopted. It was further resolved that the surveyor should draw up a detailed specification and prepare an estimate of carrying out the work in sections. It was resolved upon the motion of Mr. R. LI. Jones, seconded by Mr. J. W. Roberts—That the Finance Committee prepare a report of the financial position of the Council at the end of the year, together with .any suggestions, as to the method of procuring the necessary money for meeting the proposed expen- diture on the re-laying of the water pipes. The Water Committee recommended the erection of a corrugated iron shed in Plasey to protect the watering van. The Council decided to adopt the Committee's report. LIFE-SAVIXG CORPS. A letter was read from Dr. Williams, calling atten- tion, in consequence of recent events in the vicinity of Bala, to the necessity of organising a life-saving corps. The writer stated that he understood the Council already had in contemplation the formation of a Fire Brigade, and suggested that these should 19 be united into one organization. After some dis- cussion, in the course of which some Councillors wished the letter laid on the table until next meeting, and others, especially Mr. R. Ll. Jones, advocated its consideration at the meeting as being one of great .importance and advantage to the town, it was ulti- ^mately decided, uj wi the motion of Mr. H. LI. Davies, seconded by Mr. l. LI. Jones, that Dr. Williams' letter be referred to the Sanitary and Water Com- mittees, to consider in conjunction with the already referred question of a Fire Brigade. It was further resolved, upon the motion of Mr. It LI. Jones, seconded by Mr. Edward Jones, that Dr. Williams be asked to join the Committee. RAILWAY FACILITIES. It was resolved, upon the motion of Mr. R. LI. Jones, seconded by Mr. J. W. Roberts, that the Council apply to the Great Western Railway Com- pany to stop the 9.30 passenger train ex Paddington at Bala Juuction to set down passengers from beyond Birmingham. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—SATURDAY. Present—Mr. Evan Jones (Chairman), Miss Parry (Vice), Mrs. Price, Mrs. Morris, Mrs. Parry, Messrs. R. Thomas, J. J. Edwards, Robert Davies, Danipl Roberts, R. Hughes, L. J. Davies, J. R. Jones (Clerk), T. R. Dakin (Assistant Clerk). STATISTICS. The balance in the Treasurer's hands was reported to be Z221 13s, lid., and in the Relieving Officer's hands P,8 14s. 5d. During the past fortnight £31 lis. 6d. had been administered in Out-relief to 136 Out-paupers, as against Z35 7s Id to 160 last year. Cheques for Z139 18s. 8d. were presented and passed. CORRESPONDENCE. Letters were read from the Association of Poor Law Unions in England and Wales, and North Bierley Union, enclosing copies of a Bill just intro- duced into the House of Commons, to constitute Chairmen of Boards of Guardians, Ex-officio Justices of the Peace. Resolved upon the motion of Mr. Daniel Roberts, seconded by Mr. R. Hughes, that the Guardians approve of the Bill, and that Mr. O. M. Edwards, M.P., be asked to support it. Letters from West Ham Town Council re Old Age Pensions, and from the Municipal Insurance Corporation, on the subject of Municipal Insurance conducted on mutual lines, were laid on the table. THE HOUSE. The Master reported that there were 19 inmates in the Workhouse last week, as against 25 for the corresponding week last year. Seventeen vagrants had been relieved during the fortnight, this being a decrease of 1-3 on last year's figures. An application was made by Mr. J. Vaughan Jones, Tyddynucha, for the lad Thomas John Evans, aged 14, from the House. The Guardians were satisfied that the boy would receive every care at the hand of the applicant, but in order to prevent any possible friction in future with these cases, it was decided to grant the application, but that the case be re-considered in a year's time. The Guardians further instructed the master to supply the lad with clothes to enter upon this situation. VISITORS' REPORTS. Mrs. Price and Mrs. Parry reported visiting the House that day, and finding all satisfactory, clean, and cool. Mr. Bircham, Local Government Board Inspector, sent his report, and called attention to several matters connected with the Workhouse. As some of these matters appeared to have been referred to the Building Committee as long ago as February last. He was surprised to find the vagrant wards not yet occupied. He hoped the Guardians would ow see that the contractor finished off. REPAIRS. Mr. R. LI. Jones, architect, in accordance with the wishes of the Building Committee, submitted a detailed report of the state of the roof and walls of certain parts of the House.—It was resolved, upon the motion of Mr. Thomas, seconded by Mr. R. Davies, that Mr. R. Ll. Jones be authorised to get the work done as recommended and that the Guardians suggest that the work should be let by contract as far as possible. It was resolved, upon the motion of Mr. L. J. Davies, seconded by Mr. R. Ravies, that the attention of the School Board be called to this case and that they be asked to see that the lad attends school. VARIOUS. A report was read from the Denbigh Asylum on the condition of pauper lunatics confined there from this Union for the half year ending June last. The number chargeable to Bala Union is twelve, consisting of five males and seven females.—The Relieving Officer applied for a week's holiday, and the application was granted. PENLLYN RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. The monthly meeting was held on Saturday last when there were present, Mr. L. J. Davies (chair- man), Mr. R. Thomas (vice-chairman), Mrs. Price, Mrs. Morris, Messrs. Evan Jones, J. J. Edwards. Robert Hughes, E. M. Roberts, R. Davies, J. R Jones (Clerk), T. R. Dakin (Assistant Clerk). FINANCE. The balance in the treasurer's hands was re- ported to be Z155 10s. lid. The surveyor's monthly sheet included manual labour, E27 15s 6d.; team labour, £18 10s Od: tradesmen bills, £2 4s.; total £48 9s 6d. Cheques were signed for Z64. 14s 6d. CORRESPONDENCE. A letter was read from the Local Goverement Board, stating that the resolution passed in favour of the Register of Parochial Electors for School Board Elections had been forwarded to the Educa- tion Department. THE HIGHWAYS. Tho Surveyor reported that the following roads had been repaired :-Cefiillwynbtigail, Tycerrig, Llwynislyn, and Coedybedo. BETHEL RO,kD., The Surveyor reported that he had observed a place had been marked out for building on a part of this road, near Tyddynsgubor, a farm belonging to Mr. Price. According to the mark the building would encroach about 10 feet on the road, which is about 8i yards wide at this part. He understood that the building was to be a pigsty. Complaints were made of similar buildings built too near roads in other places in the district. About two years ago he had observed one farmer doing the same thing, but in that case there was no intention to encroach on the road. He (the Surveyor) had informed him that he did not approve of building pigsstycs so close to the highway, and the idea was then abandoned.—It was resolved, upon the motion of Mr. Evan Jones, seconded by Mr. J. J. Edwards, that the Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Mr. H. Davies be appointed a committee to visit the place, and report thereon to the next meeting'. I l, SANITATION. The Medical Officer of Health (Dr. Williams) reported that one case of scarlet fever had been notitier1 to him a few days ago. On enquiry he found it was a mild case, and the patient was not a resident of this district, her native place being Llandrillo, and as there had been an epidemic of scarlet fever there until very recently, he had strong reasons to conclude that she must have contracted the fever there and not in this district. The Inspector confirmed the Medical Officer's Report. HOLIDAYS. The Surveyor applied for a week's holiday. The application was at once granted. MATTERS DEFERRED. Mr. L. J. Davies reported that he had in company with Mr. Robert Jones visited the Tydu and Talybont Road. As Mr, Jones was not present to sign the report, he desired the matter deferred to the next meeting. The Council acquiesced. LLANDDEKFEL WATER SUPPLY. The Surveyor submitted a lengthy report of his visit to Llandderfel to make enquiries into the present water supply, and gave a resume of the remarks made to him by each householder. As the report was so lengthy the Council felt that they could not go into it at that meeting. The Surveyor in reply to questions said there was scarcity of water at Pensingrug, Tanyffordd, Byrgoed, and Ramah Terrace. Mr. E. Jones stated that the Rector had said that he bad plenty of water if it were not for the people disturbing him. Mr. R. Davies remarked that everyone wanted water, if they could get it for nothing.—The Clerk said they could not compel anyone to take water, if the landlords said they had a plentiful supply.—Mr. Davies further asked whether Llan could not be made a district by itself, and Mr. R. Thomas replied that the assessable value was so small that the rates would, in that case, be exorbitant. It was not likely this would be done, as the assessable value of the Parish was nearly £ 5.000, whereas Llan itself only reached e500.Alr. R. Davies asked what was to be done with the few they must provide water for.—Mr. R. Thomas referred to the remarks made at a previous meeting respecting some well near Tanyffordd. He had made en- quiries, and found that at its best it was only fit for washing purposes. Mrs. Price remarked that she had heard that when the water was allowed to stand for a few hours, it would smell badly, and Mr. R. Thomas said the water was not pure. Mr, Evan Jones observed that this question had started since 6 months, and here it crops up again. Was the pump water pure or not Mr. R. Davies said there was undoubtedly want of water, the necessity had originated from the Llan and not from Pensingrug.—Mrs. Price enquired whether the Surveyor could after his enquiry adviso the Council as to the best sourse of supply. The Clerk said if he could, he deserved a gold medal.—The Surveyor replied that the Council could see from his report how things stood.—Mr. R. Thomas suggested that the Council should instruct the Surveyor to report on this matter and visit Brynmelyn, and the other places mentioned. The Surveyor said he could state that day that it was no use mentioning Maesyclawdd, that there was great opposition to take the water from them, as it was only considered fit to flush the drains with. Mr. R Thomas said some person in Llan had been telling the householders that there was no sense in their paying for the water that they were bouund to get a supply. Mr. R. Davies thought that everyone was in favour of getting a supply if it were not for the paying. Reference was then made to the analysis made some years ago of the water. Mr. R. Thomas promised to try to get a copy. The Chairman observed he was not surprised to hear people praising the water from the pump, that he had once obtained a bottle of water from a pump-so black as ink—and yet the people said it was good to drink.The Surveyor remarked that the people of LIan said that the Tanyffordd people spoiled their water, because after they had drawn water on Saturday to cover Sunday, the water at the pump had gone too low.—Mr. R. Davies said lie had also heard this. Mr. R. Thomas said it was desirable to get a supply for Llan; that it was cruel to let Tanyffordd be without it, and that it would be better to get a proper supply for all. Mr. R. Davies observed that Byrgoed was included now. but was not so at the start. He hoped they would not neglect that place as there was need of water there as well. It was subsequently decided that the Surveyor should make a further report and visit the places from which it was said the supply could be derived.

DOLGELLEY. THE MAWDDACH POLLUTION CASE.—In the Chancery Division of the High Court of Justice, on Tuesday the action of Williams v. Glasdir Copper Mines, Limited, which relates to the pollution of the river Mawddach by the the defendant company, was put down to take an order by consent, the parties having arrrived at a settlement. Mr. Willis Bund, who appeared for the plaintiff, said that the defendants had consented to an injunction restraining them from doing what was complained of.—Mr. Peterson, for the defendants, assented, and his lordship entered judgment for the plaintiff, and granted an injunction in the terms mentioned in the statement of claim. PETTY SESSIONS. On Tuesday, before C. E. Munro Edwards (Chair- man), J. Meyrick Jones, Esq., Francis Evans, Esq., and Dr. J. E. Jones. DRUNK ON LICENSED PREMISES.—James James was charged by P. C. Richard Owen with being drunk on the licensed of the Goat Inn, and was fined 2s. 6d. with 9s. 6d. costs. ASSAULT.—Elizabeth J. Rowland charged Elizabeth Jones with assaulting. Both parties were bound over in R5 sureties for 6 months, each party to pay 4s. 6d., the costs of the case. TRANSFER.—Mr. R. Guthrie Jones applied for the transfer of the license of the Castle Inn from Richard Evans to Edward Rose. Mr. R. Guthrie Jones sub- mitted testimonials to the character of Rose, and the transfer was granted. Ax OBJECTION TO A TRANSFER.—Mr. R. Guthric Jones applied for the transfer of the license of the Gwernan Lake Hotel from Emma Evans to David Roberts. Mr. R. Guthrie Jones read testimonials to the character of David Roberts from Messrs. John Griffiths, Callestra; T. Lewis Williams, Board School; John Edwards, Tyddynmawr; and J. E. Fox, of Kings. Mr. Jones then pointed out that the hotel was on the road to Cader Idris, and there was no kind of hotel nearer than Dolgelley, and the hotel would be provided with every kind of necessary convenience to visitors. Rev. John Williams, B.A., said that he and the Rev. W. Pari Huws, B.D., were present to object to the transfer on behalf of the Free Church Council. Theyjheld that there was no reason why a license should be granted. The only reason given was the convenience of visitors, but he held that it was not right to cater for visitors to the injury of the residents. They believed a license was entirely unnecessary. He and Mr. Huws were closely connected with that district. The testimonial that had been read by Mr. Jones only testified to the character of the appiicant and not to the need of a hotel. He could also testifiy to his character. He had known him for years and had only praise to give him. But the question was whether the house was needed, and they held it was not. The distance made it difficult for proper police supervision to be kept over it. They opposed now because the license could be taken off without injury to anyone, as the house was changing hands. The Chairman questioned whether this is the time to object. He believed the objection ought to be brought on at the Brewster Sessions. Rev. John Williams, B.A., said they were unable to know what to do, as when they objected at the Brewster Sessions they were told to wait till there was a change of tenancy, but when they came to object it was suggested that they should object at the Brewster Sessions. Dr. J. E. Jones (one of the magistrates) said that there was no objection before them from Islaw'rdref itself. He knew the place well, and as far as he could find out they at Islaw'rdref were very glad to have the house. In fact it was their wish to have it. Rev. W. Pari Huws, B.D. supported the Rev. Mr. Williams. He at different times had seen drunken persons on Sunday coming down that way. He had no objection to the tenant, but he did not believe that a house was needed there. Mr. R. Guthrie Jones said that he was glad that both objectors testified to the character of the tenant. They had no evidence to prove that the house was not necessary, and lie held that the house was of the utmost importance to the visitors The house was very different to a small public-house. It would have every convenience to visitors. Rev. J. Williams said that if the license was to be granted, he held that the house should be closed during the winter months. Mr. Meyrick Jones (one of the magistrates) said that after what they had heard he should prefer the case to be adjourned, so as to get further evidence. Mr. R. Guthrie Jones held that they had no right to adjourn. The Chairman asked Superintendent Jones whether the house was necessary. Superintendent Jones replied that he had not heard anything one way or the other whether the house was needed or not. He had not heard any complaints about it since the Quarry had stopped, but he had received complaints when the Quarry was working. The Chairman said lie and two of his brother magistrates (Mr. Meyrick Jones did not agree with them) that the house was necessary for the con- venience of the visitors. He had every respect to Mr. Williams and Mr. Huws and would give respect to everything they had to say, but they believed the house was "necessary, and the transfer would be granted. Mr. Meyrick Jones said he would like to see the place kept as a temperance hotel, so as not to be a temptation to the young men of the district. It was a temptation, and they must look the facts in the face, and not laugh at them.

Iairbourne, near Barmouth. SUNDAY SERVICES.—Last- Sunday services were held in the new Pavilion Room, which has been erected by Mr. McDougall at his own expense. The Rev. J. P. Ellison, of Manchester, oiffciated, and there was a fair attendance.

London Letter. [FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.] A SMART GARDEN PARTY. The event of the week in Liberal circles was the garden party given by Sir W. Pearson last Saturday. A large number of Members of Parliament, including nearly all the leaders were present, and the outing was most enjoyable. All kinds of vehicles were in request to convey the visitors from the station to the house, from the motor-car to the humble phaeton. Many of the Welsh Members were there with their wives and sisters, including Mr. and Mrs. Brynmor Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Griffith, Mr. and Mrs. Llewelyn Williams, and others. THE TRANSVAAL QUESTION. The agitation in favour of the Uitlanders and their absurd pretensions has undergone another phase. It is a matter of comment that such ardent supporters of the Anti- Boer movement, as the Editor and Pro- prietors of the St. James Gazette and the Pall Mall Gazette have distinctly moderated their tone and now counsel peace. The country, as a whole, is undoubtedly not only averse but absolutely antagonistic to the idea of war, but the miltary element in the clubs, thanks perhaps to the recent successes in the Soudan, have hitherto prevailed. Mr. Chamberlain himself also, who has carried into politics the principles so successful in conducting a great modern business concern, is not willing to confess himself beaten, and with the proverbial love of bullying, so characteristic of the Saxon, is trying with all the resources at the command of the English nature to bring the humble Boer-President to his knees. PRESIDENT KRUGER. Nobody who has read Olive Schreiner's remarkable book on the present outlook in South Africa can help being struck by the picture she draws of the Boer leader. He is simply content on safeguarding the lives and interests of his fellow countrymen—a simple, honest, shrewd old man with no conception of intrigue, but thoroughly distrustful of the English, who have betrayed him so often. Mr. Gladstone understood him, and with a magnanimity which was characteristic of the great statesman, refrained from pressing an obvious advantage to the ruin of a small and plucky nation, and at the risk of an unending racial feud. THE BRITISH POLICY. It is difficult for any one reading the daily papers nowadays and imbued with the great Liberal principles of Mr. Gladstone, to realise the depths to which England has sunk at this the latter end of the Nineteenth Century. Since the retirement of Mr. Gladstone, we have calmly looked on while hundreds of thousands of fellow Christians were massacred in Armenia, we have seen all principles of justice overturned by the endowment successively of the landlords and clergy by a Conservative Government, we ,y have clapped our hands with delight at hearing of the heartless mowing-down of twenty thousand brave Dervishes by our Maxim guns, and now we see the Liberal Press, headed by such organs as the Daily .Yews and the Westminster Gazette, hounding on an ambitious Colonial Secretary to bully and bluster a handful of farmers in South Africa, whose only crime appears to be a love of liberty. LORD ROSEBERY. Why does not Lord Rosebery retire once and for all from the field of politics? At present he appears to delight in spoiling the game, as it were, of the Liberal party, for whenever the Conservative party is in a, hopeless tangle, after outraging all feelings of honour in Foreign Policy, it appears to be Lord Rosebery's cuetocomeoutas a protecting !n angel and shield them with his wing. This zn was his attitude on the Armenian question and on the Fashoda affair, and one can daily expect some pronouncement on the South African question. He is like the proverbial red-herring in the train, leading the Liberal party off the scent. THE CLERGY DOLES BILL. There can be no question that the Welsh Members have achieved a great triumph for their party on this question. They could not hinder the passing of the Bill, or change as much as a letter in the wording of it, but if its hollowness and its gross injustice are of any importance, then they have sufficiently exposed these, and the country will surely at the earliest opportunity, settle its reckoning with the Conservative party. Mr. Herbert Lewis scored a great success, and so did Messrs. Lloyd George, D. A. Thomas, and Sam. Evans, but what has become of Messrs. Wynford Phillips and Ellis Griffith? Surely on an occasion like this, the stalwarts of the Welsh party should be supported by the rank and file, and we know enough of the Parliamentary ability of the two latter to be aware that if they desired it they could give J b a good account of themselves in a debate on the Church question. THE CARDIFF EISTEDDFOD. Excursion trains are being run from London to Cardiff for this week, but I cannot say whether they have been much patronised. I see that the Cardiff people are making the most of their little peep- shows, the Art Gallery and the Library. If energy and advertisement speak success then the Cardiff Eisteddfod ought to be very successful. Never, I suppose, have inspired paragraphs emanated from a Cardiff news- paper office played so large a part in the puffing of any Welsh Institution. It is an excellent and cheap mode of advertisement, and as long as the newspapers do not object the public have no greivance.

THE B E R Y S T W Y T H E NAMELLED- SLATEIVOHKS, ROPEWALK, A BEKYSTWYTH. MANUFACTURERS OF ENAMELLED SLATE CHIMNEY PIECES. Slabs of every description always in stock. Prices and estimates on application.

SHIPPING NEWS. Of Local Interest. SS. Glanhafren on passage to Fernandina. SS. Glantivy on passage to Cape Verde. SS. Feliciana discharging at Madeira. SS. Glenvec-h on passage to Delaware Breakwater. SS. Isle of Anglesey left Huelva 13th July for Garston. SS. Isle of Caldv arrived Barcelona 17th July. SS. Isle of Ramsey left Parman 14th July for Barrow.

THE MARKETS. A- AllERYTWYTH.loXDA Y. Wheat made 5s Od to 5s 6d per 65 lbs barley, 3s 9d to 4s 6d; white oats, 2s 9d to 3s Od black oats, 2s. 6d. to 2s 9d. Eggs, 20 for Is. Salt butter, 8d to 9d per fresh butter, 9d. to lOd. Fowls were sold at 3s 9d to 4s Od per couple, chickens 4s Od to 4s 3d. Ducks, 4s 9 d to 5s per couple. Old Potatoes, 2s 6d perewt. New Potatoes, Id per lb.

BARMOUTH. CUICKET.-Oll Wedncsday afternoon a cricket match was played on the Recreation ground between two teams representing married v. single. The married gentlemen proved to be better batsmen than their opponents and came off victorious, beating them bv 40 runs. THip.-On Saturday, an excursion arrived from Corris which brought in a fair number of people. THE JESUITS.—The first batch of the Jesuits arrived on Saturday. Their appearance is looked upon by the inhabitants as a barometer of the seasons not alone announcing the arrival of summer, but that things are commencing to move. CYCLING.—During the past weeK Barmouth has been well patronized by cyclists. Several have passed through having come via Bettws-y-coed, and returning via the Vale of Llangollen which is reckoned to be the most beautiful tour in the British Isles. VISITORS.-At the end of last week there was a marked increase in the number of visitors. The streets and promenade presented a much more lively appearance, and with fine weather will enable those holidays seekers to inhale both the the mountain air and ozone, which is so abundant in this locality. A XOVEL USE FOR A HAND CAMERA.—One day last week some visitors who have great taste for fishing, and who have had some very good hauls, were some- what startled to find on landing from their boat the water baliff and another gentlemen awaiting them. The visitors had in their possession a hand camera. Whether the baliff thought that the case contained dynamite, or any other explosive or stupifK-ingao-ent, for procuring fish, is hard to understand, but evidently it was suspected. After a little talk on the novel idea and the plates being as sensitive to the light as fish to the hand. They formed fours and proceeded to a local amatuers dark room to have the mvstery solved. The camera was examined, its contents were turned out when to the amusement of the owner and the disappoint ment of the vigilant one, there was found but a cartridge of exposed films. CON'CKRT.—On Tuesday night a concert was held at the Assembly Rooms under the auspices of the Bar- mouth Male Voice Choir. The chair was occupied by Mr. Hugh Evans, Penmount. A very interesting pro- gramme comprised of local talent was gone through. URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL. The ordinary monthly meeting of the Council was held at the Council's Hoom. In the absence of the Rev. Gwynoro Davies, Capt. Evan Richards was voted to the chair. Other members present were: —Messrs. 1). E. Davies, John Richards, Robert Williams, Edward Williams, O. W. Morris, H. "Wynne Williams, and William Owen, with Mr. George (clerk), and Mr. Jones (assistant clerk), Dr. Hughes (medical oriieer), and Mr. J. Adams (surveyor). MINUTES. The minutes of the last ordinary meeting, and special meetings were read and confirmed. POSTAL SERVICE. The Clerk read a telegram from Mr. Gwynoro Davies, who, with Mr. H. Evans had gone up to London to interview the Postmaster-General, with a view to seeking his influence in the Postal arrangements of Barmouth. The telegram was as follows: — "Interview thoroughly asitisfsctory. Complete improvements will be carried out." CYCLING RULES. The Clerk read a letter from the Local Govern- ment Board, dated 12th July, who forwarded a letter from the C.T.C. in connection with the notices, which were placed on each road leading to Barmouth, informing cyclists the rate they were to travel. One notice regulated the speed to four miles an hour, and the other to six miles an hour. They said the Council had no power to make bye- laws as to speed.—It was decided that the Clerk should write to the Local Government Board to, explain the Council's position. BOATING. Another letter had been received from the Local Government Board with reference to the bye-laws relating to pleasure boats. It was now necessary that each boatman should be licensed, as well as each boat. It was decided that the matter be dis- cussed in Committee that night (Tuesday). WATI-:R SUPPLY. A letter was read with regard to an overflow of water which had occurred opposite Staffordshire House, and asking that the matter be seen to. G ENKU AII PURPOSES COMMITTEE. This Committee met on 13th July, when there were present:—Messrs. Hugh Evans (Chairman), Evan Richards, John Richards, and William Owen, with the assistant clerk and surveyor. Their report was as tollows:—With regard to the road at the back of Marine Terrace, the Surveyor reported that he had communicated with a41 the owners concerned, but no understanding had been arrived at except one, who was willing to do his share of work. It was agreed that the matter be discussed in Committee of whole Council. The Surveyor read his monthly report. The Committee recom- mend that the question of laying pipes at Fronoleu, as well as the placing of a cattle-trough at Llech- eiddwr, mentioned in report, be considered in Committee of whole Council. They recommend the adoption of the rest of the report. It is recom- mended that the Surveyor be requested to finish the repairs to Marine Terrace as soon as possible. Tenders for supplying 5 new lamps bad been received, namely, Messrs. Minshall & Co., 16s. 6d. each, and Messrs. Parkinson 6c Co., Birming- ham, 17s. 6d. each, with 15 per cent off. It is recommended that the lowest tender be accepted. —The book directed to be prepared by the Clerk was presented and the committee were pleased at the system adopted. It is recommended that the: owner of the farm Gellifawr be requested to repair the gap in the road leading from the main road through Gellifawr. It was proposed and seconded, and finally passed that the General Purposes Committee be adopted. With regard to the placing of the trough at Fron- oleu, it was decided that Mr. William Owen should go with she Surveyor to examine the place, and see where the trough should be placed. The Medical Officer reported that Mr. Phillip Jones's house was in a very unsatisfactory state. There was no ventilation—It was decided that the Surveyor should press the matter and see that the necessary repairs were carried [out.—Mr. D. E. Davies reminded the Council that a resolution had passsed to the effect that the Medical Officer and the Survevar should ihspect and report upon the stables and bakehouse in Park-street. He proposed that the Medical Officer should bring a report on those premises as soon as possible, which was passed. FINANCE COMMITTEE. The report of the Finance Committee, consisting of Messrs. O. W. Morris (chairman), H. Wynne Williams, Hugh Evans, with the Assistant Clerk and Rate Collector, was read, which was as follows: "Vouchers for payments made at the last ordinary meeting and subsequent meetings have been ex- amined and found in order. The following accounis were recommended to be passed :—Richard Pugh, carting, £5 19s. 3d.; D. Owen, rate collector, sal- ary, £7 10s.; Edward Williams, carting refuse,. Z29 5s.; J. Adams, surveyor, salary, £6 13s. 4d." A meeting of the Finance Committee was also held on July 17th. Present: Messrs. O. W. Morris- (chairman), H. Wynne Williams, Robert Williams, with the Assistant Clerk and Rate Collector. The Collector submitted a detailed list of empty here- ditaments, abatements and reductions, on appeal to the Assessment Committee. But before signing the list the Committee wish to have the opinion of the Council as to what is to be (lone in the case of E. E. Davies, late Cardigan Stores, and J. E. Williams, late Belle Vue Arches, also Compton House." This matter was decided to be dealt with in Committee. It was unanimously passed that the reports be adopted. HATK COLLECTOR. The Rate Collector said he was proceeding with the copying of the new rate heoks, and would finish in the time specified, OTHER BUSINESS. Mr. O. W. Morris asked the Surveyor whether he knew the reason why the water was turned off on Monday- or whether he knew anything about it. He said it caused great inconvenience, and the Surveyor and ratepayers should know beforehand that the water was to be turned off. The Surveyor said he did not know why the water was turned off. He certainly did not give permission to any- one. It was decided that the Surveyor should make enquiries whether the main had been inter- fered with.—Mr. John Richards brought forward a grievance from the residents of Porkington-terrace, who complained of the smoke from the train, which was unbearable. He thought That the Clerk should write to the Railway Company. The Chairman proposed, and it was ultimately decided, that the Clerk should write to Mr. Dennis, sending in their grievance and asking him to put a stop to it.—The Council then rose.

Births, marriages and Dtatbs. MARRIAGE. JENKINS—THOMAS.—On July 19th, at the Tabernacle Chapel, Aberystwyth, by the pastor (Rev. T. Levi), in the presence of the Hev. W. Jones, Mr. John Jenkins, to Miss Elizabeth Thomas, both of Pen- parke. DEATHS. DAVIES.—On July 14th, at Drovers'-road, Lampeter, Elizabeth Davies, aged 81 years. BATHO.—On July 15th, at Marine-terrace, Mary Ann Batho, widow of Stephen Batho, a corn miller at Prestwich, aged 68 years. JOEL.—On July 15th, at Tynwern, Joel John Joel, aged 19 years. MOHGAN.—On Julv 16th, at North Parade, Katharine Morgan, daughter of William Henry Morgan, con- fectioner, aged two years. -u_ Printed and Published*bv the Proprietor, GEORGE REES, at the WELSH GAZETTE Printerie*, Bridge-street. Aberystwyth, in the County of j Cardigan, Thursday, July 20th, 1899