Welsh Gazette and West Wales Advertiser

FUNERAL OF COLONEL WILLIAMS, FFYSTCm CARADOG. TL., ..inera' i the late OoiGnel Williams, Ffynon Ciradog, whose death was announced in our last issue, took place on Saturday, the interment being made in the picturesque and secluded churchyard of Llangorwen. The funeral was a very large and representative one, an unusually large number of carriages were in the procession which followed the cortege. A very large number of beautiful wreaths were received from friends and relatives. The coffin was of polished oak with massive brass mountings. The Rev. N. Thomas, ricar of Llan- badarnfawr, officiated at Ffynon Caradog and Revs. Wm. Evans, vicar of Llangorwen, and the Yen. Archdeacon Protheroe at the church and graveside. The principal mourners were:—Mrs. Williams (widow), Mr. Williams (son), Miss Williams (daughter), Mr. Lewis Williams, Revs. David Williams, and Isaac Williams (brothers), Hev. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis (brother-in-law and sister), and Mr. Checkland. Among others were Sir Pryse Pryse, Bart., Gogerddan; Mr. P. P. Pryse, Lodge Park Lady Evans and Sir G. H. P. Evans, Loves- grove; Major Hughes, Alltlwyd and Major Lloyd Hughes, Colonel Williams, Mr. Tierny, Mr. A. J. Hughes (town clerk), Mr. Leir, Cwmcoedwig; Captain Parry Pryse, Mr. Lewis Pryse, Mr. Herbert Pryse, Captain Howell, Lodge Park; Mr. F. R. Roberts, Penywern Major Bonsall, and Mr. Hugh Bonsall. Peithyll; Mr. J. Francis, Wallog; Mr. Henry Bonsall, Cwm; Mr. Parry, Llidiardau Mr. B. Ellis Morgan, Mount Pleasant; Mr. Roderick Richardes and Mr. Wm. Richardes, Penglaise; Captain Lushington and staff of the Cardigan corps, and Mr. Dd. Howell, draper, was the undertaker. ♦

St. Michael's Church. I HARVEST THANKSGIVING SERVICES. The Harvest Thanksgiving Services were held at St. Michael's Church on St. Michael's Day, Sept. 29th, and on the following Sunday. On the Festival Day Yen. Archdeacon Protheroe, M.A., preached in the morning, and the Rev. C. H. Phillips, M.A., in the evening. Mr. Phillips is the son of the late Dean Phillips, who was well known for many years to the people of the town as Chan- cellor Phillips, and former Vicar of St. Michael's. The son has inherited his father's talent for preach- ing, and delivered an eloquent discourse on this particular occasion. In the course of a few weeks be proposes to take up his new duties as Vicar of St. Mary's, Pembroke. The anthem was While the earth remaineth (Maunder), and the singing was excellent. There is a certain refinement about the singing in this church, which adds considerably to the dignity and reverence of the service. The congregation also is fortunate in that its clergy are able to intone properly. On Sunday morning the Rev. D. Ambrose Jones, M.A., preached an appropriate harvest sermon to a large congrega- tion, and the Vicar, Archdeacon Protheroe, oc- cupied the pulpit in the evening. The choir again gave an excellent rendering of the anthem. Mr. Panchen presided at the organ. The offertories during the day were towards the Church Com- pletion Fund. During the summer months especially the church is much too small to hold the immense number of people who seek to gain admission, and an overflow English service has to be held at the Welsh Church. When the new church of St. Michael's was built some eight or nine years ago the accommodation was sufficiently large for the accommodation, but it is no longer so, not even during the winter. This is a palpable evidence that the church in the town has made great strides. If the Church in Wales is not in- creasing the Church at Aberystwyth decidedly is. Shortly the present edifice will be enlarged at a cost of about £3,000, of which sum about £1,000 is already in hand. The growth of the Church at Aberystwyth during the last twelve years is an eloquent testimony to its elasticity and immense possibilities. St. Michael's had been prettily de- corated by the following ladies:—Mrs. Protheroe and Miss Protheroe, Mrs. Phillips and Misses Phillips, Miss Purton, Mrs. Ambrose Jones, and Miss Boycott. Gifts of flowers were received from Mrs. Cosens, Bronpadarn; Misses Jones, Frongog; Mrs. Gilbertson, Miss Parry, Llidiardau; Mrs. Compton, Terrace-road; Mrs. Probyn, Pier-street, and others.

Llanbadarn Fawr Church. HARVEST FESTIVAL. The services of thankoffering for the safe garnering of this year's bounteous harvest were held in the venerable Parish Church on Tuesday and Wednesday last with sermons both in Welsh and in English. The preachers included the Rev. T. R. Walters, M.A., Vicar of St. David's, Carmarthen; the Rev. Evan Davies, B.D., Rector of Llanllechid; and Rev. W. J. Williams, B.A., Vicar of Llanafan, whose discourses, it is needless for us to say, were both impressive and fall of that common sense and good counsel appro- priate to the joyful occasion. As in former years, so again at the present festival, the building was decorated in a tasteful way. One feature—and that a very welcome one in these days when harvest de- corations are so terribly overdone—was the entire absence of any vulgar display; everything was simple and just sufficient to denote the object of the services, and at the same time to make use of the wealth of colour available in the early autumn blooms. There were no miniature ricks of hay or corn, no plates of ginger bread, no sucking pig with a lemon in its jaws, no piles of pumpkins and carrots, all of which before now have found a place in various harvest festivals we have seen in different parts of the country. The decoration of the font immediately inside the magnificent porch of the church and the lectern were undertaken by Lady Evans and the Misses Evans, of Lovesgrove, whose gardet.er under their supervision had well carried out his instructions. The chancel, so noble in its massive simplicity, was undertaken by Miss Morgan, Nantceiro. the altar rails and the pulpit showing the tasty handiwork of the jMisses Tompson, Llanbadarn. Fruit, flowers, and grain were forthcoming from all these ladies, as well as from Captain Cosens and Mrs. Atwood, Llanbadarn. Altogether this body of church workers has every reason to be proud of its efforts; busv fingers have done well, not a nail has been driven into the woodwork, not an atom of wet moss placed anywhere to tell its sad tale of stain and discolour- mènt after the festival has passed away. The col- lections were devoted to the general church funds.

Wales in London. WEDDING.—On Saturday, September 30th, a smart wedding took place at the Marylebone Presbyterian Church, Edgware-road, the contract- ing parties being Mr. J. W. Powell and Miss Mary Thomas, daughter of the late Mr. W. Thomas, Compton-street, Edgware-road. A large party witnessed the event as the bride was a favourite with a large number at Shirland Road Welsh Chapel, who were present to wish her every happiness on the union. After the usual feast the pair left for Eastbourne, where the honeymoon will be spent. THE MUSIC OF WALES.—A lecture on this subject was given by the Rev. B. Saunders Lloyd, B.A., St. Paul's, Harringay, to a crowded audience at the Lecture Hall of St. Paul's, on Monday even- ing last. Gallant little Wales," the lecturer said, can fitly be called the land of song, and it is acknowledged by all historians that the songs of Wales are for the most part exceedingly old, and date back to the early Druidic times." A number of Welsh vocalists, including Messrs. Herbert Emlyn, Edward Davies, Misses Katie and Nellie Lewis, together with a small Welsh Choir had been secured to give examples of the various songs men- tioned by the lecturer, and Mr. Llewelyn Evans, of Bar-ett's Grove, hugely delighted those present with a few examples of humorous penillion singing. An interesting programme was thus enjoyed during the evening, and the lecturer was fittingly thanked at the close ior nis paper. NEW CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH.—On Thurs- day evening, Sept. 28th, a miscellaneous meeting was held at 43, Katherine Road, East Ham, in connection with the Welsh Congregationals, who intend erecting a chapel in the vicinity as soon as possible. Prior to the meeting tea was provided through the extreme kindness of Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins, Green-street, Upton Park. The chair was taken by Mr. Edwards, Mile End Road, whose remarks were very appropriate for the occasion, and implored upon all Welshmen and Welshwomen in the vicinity to support the cause. Addresses were delivered by the Rev. Mr. Davies, Dinas Mawddwy (who was officiating at the above place last Sunday), and Rev. Mr. Harries, minister. During the meeting selections of music were rendered by Mr. D. J. Harries, Mr. D. E. Roderick, and Miss Grey, also a recitation by Miss Grey. Monthly meetings of this nature are to be held during the winter. MARRIAGE OF MR. C. S. DENNISS. On Tuesday the marriage took place of Mr. C. S. Denniss, General Manager of the Cambrian Rail- ways, and Miss Edith Pope, second daughter of the Rev. Dr. Pope, ex-president of the Wesleyan Conference, and of Mrs. Pope, of Beechwood, High- gate, London. The ceremony took place in the historic chapel of John Wesley in the City Road. The reception at the Euston Hotel was very largely attended.

TALYBONT. PETTY SESSIONS. — John Rowlands, inspector, charged Daniel Jenkins, Gwenfil Cottage, Llangeithio, with neglecting to provide a privy accommodation in his property. The case was withdrawn.—Mary- Evans, Treddol, was charged with overcrowding her house. The case was withdrawn on payment of costs.—Lewis Beechy, Treddol, charged Hannah Beechy, his wife, with threatening to give him poison. The defendant was bound in the sum of £ 10 to be good behaviour for 12 months.—Hannah Beechy charged Griffith Beechy with beating her on Thursday last. Case dismissed.

YSTRAD. MANOR OF MAHWNION :-The annual Court Baron and Court Leet of her Majesty the Queen as lady of this lordship or manor, was held on the 30th September at Brynog Arms, before Mr. D. F. Lloyd assistant deputy steward. Mr. Caesar Jones of Yaynogucha, and Mr. Joseph Williams, of Dregwynt, free tenants of the Manor, were sworn as homagers, and Mr. John Evans, of Tanygraig, as foreman of the jury, .Mr. David Richards, Brynog Arms, was re- appointed bailiff and beadle for the ensuing year. The tenants present paid their chief rents. No presentments were made.

CWMANN E. MANOR OF MABELVIEWE.—The annual Court Baron and Court Leet of Her Majesty the Qneen as lady of this lordship or manor was held on the 29th September, at Cwmannc Tavern, before Mr. D. F. Lloyd assistant deputy steward. Mr. Rees Davies of Cwmbedw (foreman of the jnry), and Mr. Daniel Rees, of Felindreissaf, free tenants of the Manor weie sworn as homagers. Mr. John Jones, Cwmann Tavern, was re-appointed bailiff and beadle for the ensuing year. All the tenants present having paid their chief Wits the proceedings terminated.

London Letter. [FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT."] London, Wednesday Afternoon THE SPEAKER." This week Sir Wemyss Reicl retires from the editorship of the Speaker, a post he has held, I believe, from its start. He is to be followed by a group of young Oxford men, who intend to make things hum. It is to be hoped that they will relieve the paper of its dullness and infuse some smartness into its leading articles. At present the Liberal party has no review which really represents its principles, and I believe the Spectator, in spite of its anti-Rosebery views, is largely read by Liberals throughout the country. Mr. Hammond, who succeeded Mr. Thomas Ellis as private secretary to Sir John Brunner, is one of the new editors. ABERYSTWYTH COLLEGE. Londoners have always taken a deep in- terest in the progress of Aberystwyth College, perhaps for the reason that Sir Hugh Owen, Mr. Stephen Evans, and other prominent London Welshmen had so much to do with its foundation. For many years also the college office was at the Cymmro- clorion Chambers in Chancery-lane, and even now one meeting of the Council is held here annually. On account of this personal in- terest the attempt to collect subscriptions for a Law School at Aberystwyth is sure to be successful, and I hear that the secretaries already have large promises. The election of Mr. W. Jenkyn Jones to the vacant lectureship in philosophy is very popular, as Mr. Jones is well known amongst London Welshmen. He has often supplied the Welsh pulpits here on Sundays, as it is the custom to ask Welsh undergraduates at the two Universities to fill gaps caused by illness or the sudden withdrawal of the regular minister. I hope he will on no account give up preaching in the acceptance of this post. SIR EDWARD CLARKE. The speech made by Sir EDWARD CLARKE at Portsmouth has been the subject of much talk. His opinion on the legal question as to the existence and meaning of the term suzerainty is of great importance in view of the fact that he is an ex-solicitor general of the Conservative Party. Unfortunately it does not seem likely that his view of the case will find much acceptance oil the Government side of the House, but it will have weight in the country. If we cannot claim suzerainty whatever that may mean, over the Transvaal then the Policy number one advocated by Mr. Chumberlain falls to the ground completely. He cannot claim rights from the Boers as a suzerain power, and he must perforce fall back upon Policy number two and claim that Englishmen or English citizens should be protected. There is every probability that this is the course he intends to take, for the field is wider and his demands will necessarily be much more vague.

DOLGELLEY. A LECTURE.—It is announced that the popular lecturer, the Rev. H. Barrow Williams, Llandudno, will visit the town shortly to deliver his lecture on The Three Methodists of Babilon." TEMPERANCE. — Miss Prichard, Birmingham, gave an address on Temperance to the large number of children and others who congregated at the Wesleyan Chapel at five o'clock on Sunday. PREACHING.—A short time ago it was put to vote amongst the members of the Welsh Congregational Chapel, as to whom should be asked to officiate at the annual preaching meeting. It is now an- nounced that the Revs. R. Thomas, Glandwr, and E. Rees, Alltwen, have consented to come, and the meeting will take place on Tuesday and Wed- nesday next. TESTIMONIAL.—The boys of the Board School are getting up a testimonial to Mr. Lewis Jones, one of the teachers, on his departure for the University College of Wales, Aberystwyth. Mr. Jones has been painstaking with his duties, and he is very popular amongst the scholars. A TOKEN OF REMEMBRANCE,—At the Young People's meeting at Bethel on Sunday morning, a Bible was presented to Miss Mary Ellis, Bro Arran, on the occasion of her leaving for the University College of Wales, Aberystwyth, as a token of remembrance. Miss Ellis has been very faithful with the Young People's Meeting, as well as in all the work of the church. THANKSGIVING SERVICES.—The Thanksgiving Services were held at the Nonconformist chapels in the town on Monday. The meetings were well attended. ,and collections were made at most of the chapels towards various objects. At Bethel an effort was made to clear the debt that remains on the chapel and a collection of close upon £50 was made. The Thanksgiving Services in St. Mary's Church will be held next week. FREE CHURCH COUNCIL. The annual meeting of the Free Church Council of Dolgelley and District was held at Bethel school- room on Friday evening. There was a full attend- ance of representatives from all the churches with the exception of the English Congregational Church. The chair was taken by the Rev. John Williams, B.A., and Rev. R. Morris, M.A., was appointed secretary pro. tem. in the unavoidable absence of Rev. R. G. Roberts. The chairman in his opening remarks reviewed the proceedings of last year and stated that although many of the objects which they had in view in establishing the Council were still unattained, they had done some- thing in many directions with considerable degree of success. Public meetings were held to uphold and teach the principles of Protestantism and Nonconformity, and arrangements had been made with a view of making better use of the local press in the same direction. Considerable attention had been paid to the temperance question. Deputations had waited upon the magistrates with the object of decreasing facilities for drinking and closing back and side entrances to public houses. Objection was taken to the renewal of three licenses and two were refused. There was something attempted and something done and he trusted that the coming year would be more fruitful in good results. The names of the representatives for the various districts were presented and several additional members were appointed. A statement of discounts was presented by the Treasurer, and it was decided to have a complete list of all debts incurred to be presented at the next meeting, and it was also desired that subscrip- tions towards the expenses should be solicited at the various churches. The following officers were elected for the coming year:—President, Rev. W. Pari Huws, B.D.; vice- presidents, Revs. J. Walters, Brithdir, and Peter Jones, Dolgelley; treasurer, Mr. Williams, Maes- yffynon, Dolgelley; secretary, Mr. E. W. Evans, Dolgelley; executive committee, Revs. R. G. Roberts, J. Williams, B.A., and Messrs. E. Wynne Williams, and John Edwards. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the officers. A resolution sanctioning the work of the execu- tive in respect of the licenses was passed, and of congratulation on the fruit of its labour. On the proposal of Mr. E. W. Evans, seconded, by Mr. William Williams, and supported by the Rev. W. Pari Huws, B.D., the following resolution was passed unanimously.—" That we emphatically condemn the practice of some Welsh members of Parliament who, after having as candidates for Parliament represented themselves as earnest ad- vocates of further restricting the liquor traffic, and respecting tbc wi-hes of the public with regard to the issue of licences, yet from time to time appear in the licensing courts as advocates for the liquor traffic and for giving it further facilities in many places for carrying on its destructive agencies; that we consider that this practice is so contrary to all right principles that it can no longer be tolerated, and that the temperance party in the several constituencies should take immediate steps to make it impossible." It was also resolved that a copy of the resolution be sent to several of the Welsh M.P.'s. On the proposal of the Rev. Evan Roberts, seconded by the Rev. W. Pari Huws, B.D. the following resolution was passed unanimously.- "That we express our firm conviction that the matters in dispute between Great Britain ë nd the South African Republic are such as admit of a peaceful solution, and that we most earnestly call upon Her Majesty's Government to abstain from taking any steps or pursuing any policy which may result in war-a war which we could not but regard as the gravest scandal to the diplomacy as well as to the civilisation and Christianity of the nineteenth century." FISHERY RIGHTS. WILLIAMS V. GLASDIIT COPPER MINES, LIMITED. This was a motion before Mr. Justice Darling sitting as Vacation Judge on Wednesday by the Plaintiffs, C. R. Williams and Rower Williams, of Dolmelynllyn, Dolgelley, for an order of requestra- tion against the Defendant Company, who carry on a large copper mine at Dolgelley. Some time ago an injunction was granted by Mr. Justice Kekewich re- straining the Defendant Company from polluting the River Mawddach by the discharge from the De- fendant's mine of refuse and tailings, and thus injuring the Plaintiff's fishing in the River Mawddach. Mr. Willis Bund appeared for the Plaintiffs and Mr. Everitt for the Defendants. Mr. Willis Bund: The present motion is made owing to the failure of the Defendant Company to comply with the terms of the injunction which has been granted against the Company. Since the in- junction was made the Defendants appear to have altered their mode of treating the ore at the mine, and in this new treatment an oily substance of the character of vaseline appears to be largely used. The Plaintiffs complain that this oily substance is discharged into the river and seriously affects the Plaintiff's fishing rights. Mr. Justice Darling: Does this oily substance njure the fish in the river ? Mr. Everitt: We have evidence to prove that it does not in any way affect the fish, but, on the other hand, we are prepared to prove that there is no dis- charge of such substance from our mine into the river, or of any other substance that could in any way cause pollution of the river. Mr. Willis Bund We say that there is such a dis- charge, and it seriously interferes with our rights. The evidence for the Plaintiffs was then read, and was followed by the reading of evidence for the Defendants, but the Judge intervened and said I have heard sufficient evidence in this matter. I am asked to make a sequestration order against the property of the Defendants upon the ground that there is a discharge into the river from the De- fendant's mine of a certain oily substance which has been referred to, but I am not satisfied that there is such a discharge or that such a discharge could injure the Plaintiff's fishing rights in the river. The motion was dismissed with costs.

THE MARKETS. +. ABERYSTWYTH.—MONDAY. Wheat made 5s to 5s 3d per 65 lbs; barley, 3s 6d to 4s Od white oats,2s 9d to3s0d black oats, 2s. 6d. to 2s 9d. Eggs. 8s 6d to 9s per 120; Salt butter, lOd to Is. per lb. fresh butter, lid. to 1/0. Fowls were sold at 3s 6d to 5s Od per couple, chickens 3s 6d to 4s Od. Ducks, 4s Od to 5s per couple. Geese, 5s. per couple. New Potatoes, 3s Od per cwt. BUTTER. CORK, Saturday.—Firsts, 103s per cwt. seconds, 101s; thirds, 88s primets, 106s; superfine firkins, 113s; fine mild ditto, 103s choicest boxes, 112s; choice ditto, 103s. Number of firkins, 560. METAL MARKET. Lead steady—English, P,15 12s 6d; Spanish, R,15 10s. MID-GLAMORGAN FLAXFEL FAIR. The fair has now become the largest and most im- portant flannel fair in South Wales. The one held on Monday in the Maesteg Market Grounds was a success in all respects, there being manufacturers from every part of the Welsh flannel centres, and the grounds were crowded all day. The prices prevail- ing were :—Flannel, Is. to Is. 6d. per yard blankets, 15. a pair; 22s. the best; shawls, 14s. to 17s. each.

Birtbs, marrtags and Deaths. BIRTHS. EVANs.-Oct. 3rd, at North Parade, Aberystwyth, the- wife of E. J. Evans, chemist, of a daughter. MABRIAGES. DAVIES—MORGAN—October 2nd, at the Tabernacle Chapel, Aberystwyth, by the Rev. T. M. Jones, Ysbytty Ystwyth, in the presence of Mr. Joseph Morgan, registrar, Mr. Joseph Davies, Blaenwaun, Trisant, and Miss Catherine Anne Morgan, daughter of Mr. David Morgan, Tynrhyd, Devil's Bridge. DEATHS. JENKINs-Sept. 27th, at Waunfawr, Ann Jenkins aged 66 years. POTTs-Sept. 30th, Earnest Potts, son of John Potts, railway porter, North Parade, aged 15 months. WILLIAMS—Oct. 3rd, Thomas Williams, Cambrian- street, aged 71 years. Printed and Published by the Proprietor, GEORGE REES, at the "WELSH GAZETTE" Printeries, Bridge-street, Aberystwyth. in the County of Cardigan, Thursday, October 5th, 1899.

Aberystwyth Vessel in the Gale. LIFEBOAT HEROES. A terrible gale raged on Friday night'along the East Coast of England. Many minor casualties are reported, and some vessels had to return to port in a dismantled condition, and others have been abandoned, but no great loss of life is at present reported. The sea off Lowestoft ran to a terrible height. A furiously south-easterly gale raged on Saturday at Yarmouth, and the crew of the Aberystwyth schooner Lome were gallantly rescued by the lifeboat. The Lome" was in the command of Capt. David Davies, of Lome View, 36, High-street, of Aberystwyth, among others on board with Captain Davies were his son, Thomas L. Davies, and Hugh Roberts, of Aberystwyth, and a seaman from Plymouth. They all had a most thrilling experience. The sea ran mountains high, and broke with fury into terrible waves. While the Yarmouth lifeboat was rendering gallant service to save the Aberystwyth crew, two Yarmouth seamen lost their lives in the storm by being swept over- board on the same night. The Lome'' was bound to London, in ballast, from Yarmouth, and on Friday had got as far as Orfordness, on the Suffolk coast, when she was driven back, and anchored for refuge in Yarmouth Roads. At mid- night the wind increased to hurricane force, registering a velocity of 55 miles per hour, and lain fell in torrents. Squalls caused terrific seas, in which the Lome" rolled and pitched, threatening every moment to part from her anchors, and drive ashore. Successive waves deluged the deck, and the crew of four hands had an awful experience. The storm continued to increase, and the men, fearing their lives would be jeoparised by remaining any longer on board, burnt flares as distress signals. These were seen at Garleston by coast guardsmen, who fetched up lifeboatmen. It was found by means of the coast telephone that neither the Caister nor the Yar- mouth lifeboats could be launched in the teeth of the gale and a strong flood tide, and there was not a tug available at Gorleston, but, nevertheless, the men of the" Mark Lane lifeboat launched and attempted to cross the bar. Furious seas were encountered, and the attempt was found absolutely impossible. The Mark Lane" returned to her station, and after three hours had elapsed, the tug United Service was procured from Yarmouth. and this managed to tow the lifeboat to the dis- tressed schooner. With much difficulty she was manoeuvred alongside, and the Aberystwyth crew gladly jum) 1 for their lives. Though only three or four miles had to be covered, it took no less than seven hours' unremitting work ere the lifeboat again arrived at her station within the harbour. The Aberystwyth captain and his crew, on landing, just before noon, were taken to the Mariners' Refuge, and hospitably cared for. They were thoroughly worn out, and were suffering from cold and exposure, but warm food and drink soon restored them. In the afternoon, when the gale had abated, they returned to the vessel, which still lay plunging at her anchors. The latter had, fortunately, held, and they got on board. A tug being procured the "Lome" was brought into Yarmouth Harbour. She will probably be able to resume her voyage ie a few days.1 A very fine lifeboat service, says another account, was rendered by the crew of the Mark Lane which is stationed at Gorleston at the mouth of Yarmouth harbour. Just after midnight, in response to distress signals from Yarmouth Roads, the crew manned their boat, and though there was no tug ready, and the wind was of hurricane force, registering in the squalls a velocity of fifty-five miles an hour, and the tide was dead against them, they set off, only to be driven back by tremendous cross seas that surged upon the bar, throwing up a geyser cloud of spray. After some delay a tug was procured and in about an hour, through boiling seas and blinding rain squalls, the Mark Lane was ultimately cast off beside a little schooner of seventy-four tons that was rolling tremendously, and threatened to drive ashore. The vessel was the Lome of Aberystwyth, bound to London, in ballast, which had been driven back from Orford Ness during the night. Swept repeatedly by seas, 9 11 her crew were only too glad to jump into the" Mark Lane" as she rose on the crest of a big wave and next moment fell away into the trough. When the crew bad been taken off and the Lome" abandoned it was found that not a stitch of canvas could be put upon the Mark Lane," and the lifeboatmen had to tug and strain at the oars to overcome the resistance of wind and tide. They had but three miles or so to run back, but such was the fury of the storm that the pull home occupied no less than seven hours, one of the stoutest undertakings that has fallen to their lot for many winters. The men of the "Lome," on landing, were received at the Mariners' Refuge, and their vessel afterwards towed into the harbour.

LAMPETER. TEMPERANCE. — The bi-monthly meeting of the C.E.T.S. was held on Monday last in the lower school- room under the presidency of the Rev. W. J. Evans, senior curate. The following programme was gone through :—Address, Mr. E. 1). Rees, Station-terrace reading, Mr. John Davies, St Thomas-street; song, Mr. J. E. Howells, Bridge-street; address, Mr. John J. Davies, Pound song, Mr. D. J. Davies, Bookstall. The next meeting will be held on Monday the 16th. instant. PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT.—Mr. A. R. T. Jones of Werndriw Lodge in this town has just won the silver medal for Cardiganshire offered by Mr. Sandow for symmetrical development. The competition came off in Cardiff on the 22nd of last month, and Mr. Jones being the only entrant for this county was judged by comparison with the winners in other counties. Mr. Jones, who is the Honorary Drill Master of the S.D.C. School, at the meeting of the Evening Continuation School the other night, expressed his willingness to take charge of the Sandow class in connection with the before mentioned school. EVENING CONTINUATION SCHOOL.—A meeting con- vened by the Chairman (Rev. Daniel Jones, Vicar), and the Clerk (Mr. Thomas Lloyd, solicitor), on behalf of the Lampeter School Board "was held in the Louver Schoolroom on Friday evening last, to consider the desirability of starting evening classes. It is regretted that the attendance was not considered good enough to determine at once to start classes, but the following resolution was passed ;—"That notices be posted up in the town inviting intending pupils to send in their names, and the subjects desired to be taught not later than Friday the 6th inst to the Clerk of the Board." POULTRY SOCIETY.—A meeting of this society was held at the Temperance House, High-street, on Friday, the 29th ult., at eight p.m. There was a good attendance of members, and from the enthusiasm shown the society will no doubt this year again have as successful a show as in the past. They were fortunate in securing the services of Mr. Arthur Edwards, of Dolwen Factory, as their Secretary for the ensuing year in lieu of Mr. T. O. Davies, of Beech House, who resigned. Officers were appointed to- gether with a strong committee. The date of the forthcoming show was fixed on 21st December next. The meeting was brought to a close by a vote. of thanks to the late Secretary, Mr. T. O. Davies, for his services in the past. DEMISE.—On Friday, the 28th ultimo, Mr. Ben- jamin Evans, of Picton House of this town, died after a protracted illness at the age of 71. Mr. Evans, who was a builder, was formerly of Silian, but for several years past had become a resident in this town. He was of a gentle and kind disposition, a staunch churchman, and a person of irreproachable character. He leaves two sons (Mr. Thomas Evans, of Denbigh, chemist, and the Rev. Herbert Evans, curate of Mold), and four daughters, for all of whom much sympathy is felt. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon last, when the remains were intecred at the St. Peter's Parish churchyard. The Rev. W. J. Evans, senior curate, officiated. PROPOSED GARDENERS' PAXTON SOCIETY.-A meet- ing of gentlemen interested in gardening was held in the boys' school at Lampeter on Wedndsday, Sept. 23rd, for the purpose of considering the advisability of forming a branch of the Paxton Society for the Lampeter district. A small committee was appointed to organise a representative meeting of those in- terested in gardening for Friday evening next, when Principal Bebb, Mr. lnglis Jones, Mr. J. C. Harford, Mr. D. F, Lloyd, and Mr. J. L. Pickard, U.C.W., are expected to speak at the meeting. It is to be hoped the gardeners of the district will take'up this matter as favourably as their Aberystwyth contemporaries have done, as such a society is capable of great use- fulness in a district like Lampeter. CARNivaL.—On Wednesday the 27th ult.. the Lam- peter Cycling Club held their first fancy dress parade. Though the weather was not very favourable a good, number of the members of the club assembled to- gether at the Market Hall to form a procession and to be judged. The judges—Messrs. D. Tivy Jones (mayor). J. E. Lloyd and S. D. Jones, after a keen inspection finally decided to award the prizes as follows :—For the best fancy costume (ladies), first, divided between Miss A. Thomas, Harford Square, and Miss Nellie Jones, College-street; 2nd, Miss Maggie Thomas, College-street. Best fancy costume (gents): 1 Mr. D. J Bowen, Eurfan Hall, 2 Mr. T- E. Davies, Bridge-street. Best illuminated machine 1 The Tandam, owned by Messrs. D. J. Bowen and J. Lovell, 2 Mr. E. W. Richards and family. Best decorated machine: 1 Tandem, 2 Mr. T. E. Davies. The prizes were awarded to the club by Messrs. E. W. Richa.ds, D. Roberts, D. J, Bowen, T. E. Davies, D. J. Jones and Charlie Hughes. As soon as the town clock struck 8 the paraders left the Hall, and the procession, which was lighted up by torches passed along the principal streets of the town. Collection was made en route towards defraying the Club's expenses. The following is the list of competitors and their respective characters:—D. H. Evans and S. W. Jones, Bridge-street, Tableaux, entitled, Never too late to mend; Tom Davies, Castle Hotel, 1st Royal Dragoon: Albert Jones, Peterwell-terrace, 10th Hussar E. W. Richards, hairdresser, Head of Family Evan Davies, Bwlchyffin, Nurse John Sturdy, St. Thomas-street, Baby Sammy Jenkins, High-street, Minstrel; D. N. Jones, Mount Walk, Minstrel; W. Honey, Principal's Lodge, St. David's College, Pantomine Clown-the above 6 representing a wandering family Robert Rees, Drover's-road, Italian Musician J. O. Roberts, Aberystwyth, Hussar; D. J. Bowen, Eurfan Hall, Jester; James Davies, Llettytwpa, Horse Guard; Miss A. Thomas, Harford-square, Welsh Costume Miss L. J. Davies, Bridge-street, Witch; Miss Nellie Jones, College- street, Welsh Costume Miss L. J. Edwards, College- street, "A hunting we will go"; Miss Maggie Thomas, College-street, Scotch Lassie Miss Lizzie Davies, Maesydderwen, Academical; Miss A Edwards, Penybont, Welsh Costume; Miss Ellen Jones, Paris House, Welsh Costume; Henry Edwards, Dolwen Factory, 1st Welsh; Arthur Edwards, Dolwen Factory "Arriet"; W. Dicks Griffiths, St. Thomas-street, Minstrel: D. J. Jones, Idris Cycle Works, Dan Leno David Jones, Harford-row, Mr. Mac Nab; Walter Evans, Peterwell-terrace, Mrs. Mac Nab Ted Wilson, Coedeiddig Cottage, -I Deep Sea Fisherman T. E. Davies, Bridge Street, South African Trooper John Lovell, High-street, "Dr. Quack" E. Phil Jones, County Court Office, attendant to Dr. Qnack; D. Worthington Davies, Bridge-street, Gentleman of the 18th Century; David Roberts, Bridge-street, jockey Tom Davies,: Royal Oak Hotel, Breton Union Mer- chant Charlie Hughes, Pontfaen Stores, Zulu Evan Evans, Post Office, "King's Own" Saunders James, Cwmann Tannery, Buffalo; Dittws Davies, Bridge- street, Union Jack. Great praise is due to Messrs. D. J. Bowen (captain), John Lovell, D. Worthington Davies (secretary), for their indefatigable energy in being able to muster such a splendid gathering. The torchlight procession" was in charge of Mr. John Davies, Cambrian Shoe Factory, and Mr. J. N. Davies, Suakim Villa. PETTY SESSIONS. -Fl? IDAY. These sessions were held at the Town Hall on Friday, the 29th ultimo, before John Fowden, T. II. R. Hughes, Wilmot Inglis Jones and David Tivy Jones Esqrs. DIIBXK AND DISORDERLY.—Robert James, late of Lampeter, hawker, was summoned for being drunk and disorderly at Lampeter on the 19th August last. Mary James, a relative of the above ii.ciiied Robert James was also summoned for a similar offence com- mitted on the same day.—P.S. Thomas proved the cases and both were fined 5s. and costs. FisHiNG.-Evan Thomas, of Barley Mow, Lampeter, labourer, and Evan Lloyd, Red Lion Court, Lampeter, labourer, were summoned by James Thomas, water bailiff, for fishing for trout with their hands in the Dulas on Dyffryn land near Lampeter on the 12th August last.—Mr. H. W. Howell appeared for the con-iplainant.-Cnii-iplainant stated he was on duty on the day mentioned near dyffryn at about half-past 3 in the afternoon when he saw the defendants. Evan Thomas was in the river and Lloyd was walking alongthe bank. Thomas had only his trousers, boots and waistcoat on. He saw Evan Thomas throwing three trout up, and Lloyd afterwards picked them up and put them in his pocket. Neither of the defendants had a rod and line. Witness also saw Evan Lloyd lying down with his hands in the water. Complainant afterwards searched both defendants and found about a pound of fish in Lloyd's pocket but none in Evan Thomas' pocket. Cross-examined by James Thomas: Defendant Evan Thomas did not run away but refused to be searched until complainant produced a warrant of appoint- ment. Evan Lloyd had the fish when complainant first saw him and found them afterwards in his pocket. The Chairman, after conferring with his brother Magistrates, said they were satisfied that defendants were guilty of an illegal act, and they would be fined 10s. each including costs, and if again found guilty of a similar offence the fine would be much heavier. POOR RATE.—David Davies, of Alltyblacca Arms, Llanwenog. innkeeper, was summoned by the Over- seers of that parish to recover £1 arrears of poor rate. Mr. James Lloyd, of Blaenbronfaen, one of the overseers, produced the assessment of the parish showing the rate, and proved the case. Order made for payment of the amount named and costs.

PENNANT. MANOR OF HARMINIOG.—The annual Court Baron and Court Leet of her Majesty the Queen as Lady of this lordship or manor, was held on the 30th September at the Ship Inn before Mr. D. F. Lloyd, assistant deputy steward. Mr. Jenkip Jenkins, of Penwern, and Mr. William Evans of Cwmmarch, free tenants of manor were sworn as homagers, and Mr. Evan Jenkins, of Gorswen as foreman of the jury. Mr. David Jones, Erwffoes was re-appointed bailiff and beadle for the ensuing year. The tenants present paid their chief rents. No presentments were made.

GWNEIll POB MATH o Argraffwaith YN DDESTLUS A BE, AN YN SWYDPFA'Il "Ulelsl) Gazette" JJEOL Y JgONT A G RAY'S JNN RD A BERYSTWYTH, AM BIIISIAV 11HESYMOL. QYFIEITHIR L LA\rYGRIFAU CY-AIREICY A S EISXIG AR DELERAU RHAD. SHIPPING NEWS. Of Local Interest. S.S. Isle of Anglesey arrived at Patras 28th Sept. S.S. Isle of Caldy left Gibraltar, 1st Oct., for Manchester. S.S. Isle of Ramsey arrived at Savannah, Sept. 25.