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Archaeology of Aberystwyth and Neighbourhood. An Archaeological Section has been formed in connection with the new Literary Society of Aberystwyth College. Its object is to cultivate a taste for original research, and to acquaint the students of -the University with methods of such literary activity as delight in antiquities. Aberyst- wytb and neighbourhood supply a convenient sphere for such work, inasmuch as the district abounds in places of interest, in ruins, in peculi- arities of dialect, traditions and customs. It is in- tended from time to time to publish reports of such investigations, and there is no doubt but that this work will be of great service and interest in many directions. Visitors who come here in summer will be delighted with such little guides to make their rambles in the neighbourhood a mental as well as a physical pleasure. Students also will feel a greater interest in the district when they know how to make their long walks lead them through varieties of scenery to camps, tumuli, and remains of Roman roads and mines, as well as to ruins of castles and monasteries. To read of such relics in books is tame compared with the fascinating interest that is kindled in one when applying his knowledge to un- ravel the meaning of an actual specimen of a camp or castle. Now this work cannot be done with any degree of thoroughness unless the inhabitants of the neighbourhood themselves will take some amount of interest in the research, and lend a helping I 11 when they can. It is proposed to use the 1, Gazette as a means to glean facts, and to recount the work done from time to .time. Requests will be made and questions asked, which we hope will be considered and answered by any one whose acquaintance with the facts or district befit him to the task. Neither will the bits of knowledge thus gleaned be selfishly kept by the Archaeological Section, but rather they will be written in the Welsh Gazette for the general edification of the readers. We have already had occasion to find how ignorant people may be of the full purport and interest of a tradition, dialectal word, or the ruin of a camp that lie in their possession, or within their immediate neighbour- hood. A few points may be here given to show what an extensive field of interesting study is open to any lover -of antiquities, &c., in the neighbour- hood of Aberystwyth. The same is true of other districts, and if the interest of people could only be roused to make similar investigations in counties or sections of counties throughout Wales, then, and not until then, could the complete history of the Principality-its people, dialects, and customs- be written in a truly scientific manner. 1. A bibliography of all books, and articles in magazines, newspapers, &c., should be tirst made in order to find out what has already been done in the way of explaining the antiquities of the district. Should any one know of antiquarians in the neighbour- hood who have left papers of researches behind them, or of pr ze essays in local Eisteddfods on some such subjects, any information regarding them will be thankfully received. 2. As an example of an interesting study, one might mention the tradition with regard to Broginin, as the birthplace and home of Dafydd ab Gwilym, the celebrated Welsh bard of the fourteenth century. Who will write to the Welsh Gazette the full form of the tradition as it is now remembered in the district of Broginin ? Soon there will appear an article in Welsh on Dafydd ab Gwilym in this paper, which will consist mainly of peculiarities in sounds, spelling, words, and idioms collected from the poems. Probably they are colloquialisms, and might be explained by the dialect of Broginin neighbourhood. Place-names and other character- istic customs found in the poems will be also given, so that, as far as internal evidence is concerned, one will eventually see whether there is any truth in the Broginin tradition or not. M. H. J.

+ Rural District Council. The annual meeting of this Council was held on Monday at the Board Room, Union Workhouse, when the following were present:—Messrs John Davies, and Ed. Jones, Ceulanymaesmawr John Morgan, Cwmrheidol; T. Jenkins, and William Morris, Cyfoetliybrenin; J. B. Morgan, Cynnull- mawr; W. A. Miller, lssayndre; James Jones, Llanbadarn Lower; Richard Jezikins,Llgncynfelin; Evan Richards, Llanfihangel Lower; Daniel Morris, and David Edwards, Llanilar; Chas. Davies, Llanychaiarn Thos. H. Jones, Parcel Canol; Richard Thomas, Terymynach; and Evan Simon, Uchayndre; with Mr Hugh Hughes (clerk), Mr J. C. Davies (assistant clerk), etc. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN AND VICE-CHAIRMAN. The first business transacted was the election of chairman for the ensuing year, the chair being occupied by the Clerk pro tern. Mr. J. B. Morgan, in complimentary terms, pro- posed the re-election of Mr. John Morgan, Pont- erwyd. Mr James Jones seconded, and Messrs Edward Jones and W A Miller supported, and the proposi- tion was unanimously carried. Mr. Morgan made a suitable acknowledgment, in which he thanked the members for having again conferred the honourable position of chairman upon him. He. however, felt a little guilty that they had not done more work in the past twelve months, and expressed a hope that they would do so in the coming lyear. Mr. Charles Davies proposed the re-election of Mr E J Evans, Llangwyryfon, as vice-chairman for the ensuing year, and this was also carried with unanimity. FINANCE COMMITTEE. The following were elected members of the Finance Committee for the ensuing yearRev John Davies, Messrs Edward Jones, Thomas Jenkins, Charles Davies, M D Edwards, Lewis Richards, John Jones (Llanrhystyd), Daniel Morris and W A Miller. BUILDING PLANS. Several plans of proposed new buildings were submitted for approval. This gave rise to some discussion, the Rev J. Davies stating that several'buildings were beinglerected within the area of the Council's jurisdiction without any plans being submitted, which was contrary to the bye- laws. The Clerk said that the usual notices had been issued, and the only way to put a stop to it was to summon some of these people. Mr W Morris (Borth) proposed that a warning should be put in the newspapers. It was eventually decided that the Clerk adver- tise a notice that henceforth all persons building within the Council's area without in the first place submitting plans and specifications to the Council would be summoned without further notice. Mr. James Jones added that houses were built regardless of the fact that there was no water to he obtained on the spot. After a house had been erected, then application was made to the Council to provide water. He held that people intending to build ought to give the Council a months'notice uf their intention. The Clerk was directed to put something to this effect in the advertisement. The building committee, to whom all plans are to be submitted direct was appointed as follows :— Messrs Charles Davies, W. A. Miller, David Lloyd, and Morris (Brynowen). A resolution was also unanimously passed that the building committee be authorised to finally ap- prove of all plans and specifications submitted to them from this time henceforth, except where it shall be necessary for them to consult the Council. CLETTWR BHIDm. A letter was read from the builders of this bridge complaining of the long delay in the delivery of the iron work of the bridge. This had necessitated taking their men backward and forward from Aber- dovey when there was no material ready for them, and they now sent in a claim for L3 in respect of the loss of time. After a discussion, the Council decided that the sum of C40 be paid to the Eagle Foundry Co., on account of their contract in respect of this bridge, and without-prejudice to any claim that the Council might have had against them for delay in deliver- ing the bridge. It was also decided that the sum of E30 be paid to the builders, and the Clerk was instructed to apply to the County Council for pay- ment of £26 10s the contribution of that body to- ward the cost of erecting the bridge. BORTH DRAINAGE. The Clerk reported the result of the appeal in the High Court re the drainage at Borth (published in extenso in our last issue), wherein judgment had been entered against the Council. In face of this decision, the Clerk said Counsel had advised him not to proceed with an appeal, although leave was given. Their safest course for the present, there- fore, was to leave the matter drop, seeing that the question was such a doubtful one. Mr. J. B. Morgan, moved, and Mr. C. Davies seconded, that they should drop the case. This was agreed to. Mr. W. A. Miller said the best plan would be to go in for a comprehensive scheme to drain the whole village thoroughly. This would avoid wasting money in carrying out minor improve- ments from time to time, and that without any satisfactory results. He proposed that steps be taken to provide a proper scheme of drainage for the whole of Borth, and that the Local Govern- ment Board be asked to send an inspector down to hold an inquiry into the matter and formulate a scheme. Mr. James Jones seconded the proposition. He thought the matter was an important one, and the drainage would have to be carried out sooner or later, and he believed the sooner the better. He strongly advocated a scheme to cover the whole village, as that would be the only proper way of dealing with the question once and for all, and would ensure a proper safeguard for the public health. Mr. J. B. Morgan proposed that the matter be allowed to drop in face of what their clerk had said. Speaking for himself, Mr. Morgan said that he did not in the least regret that they had taken the steps they had, as he believed that good would result from having gone thus far. As the matter, however, from a legal point of view was not quite clear, he thought the wisest course would be to allow it to drop. Mr Wm. Morris proposed as an amendment that a committee be appointed to visit Borth to consult with the Cyfoethybrenin Parish Council, and report as to what was necessary to be done in order abate the nuisance arising from the trough near the Cambrian Hotel. This, he believed, would be the best method of arriving at a satisfactory issue, and to get t the root of the matter, as he believed there N re many things which had not so far had proper. ctentIon. Mr "J ,iomas Jenkins seconded the amendment. The Inspector told the Council that the position of affairs at Borth was horrid, and he was afraid of serious cases. Mr Miller thereupon withdrew his proposition, but on the understanding that some steps would be taken to provide Borth with a suitable system of drainage as soon as possible. He did not wish to unduly rush the matter, but things had been going on in this way for several years. Mr Morris's amendment then became the sub- stantive motion, and was unanimously carried. The Committee to confer with the Parish Coun- cil was appointed as follows: Messrs Richard James, J. B. Morgan, J. E. James, Thos. Jenkins, and Wm. Morris. PENTRELLYN WATER SUPPLY. Mr Daniel Morris had given notice to move a resolution in regard to the Pentrellyn water supply. He now asked that the matter be adjourned for a month, as the inhabitants of that place had promised to provide a water supply by means of voluntary subscriptions. The Council, therefore, agreed to allow the matter to remain in abeyance for a month. ADJOURNMENT. The meeting was then adjourned until 12-30 on Monday next at the same place.

+ Aberystwyth Town Council. A special meeting of the Aberystwyth Town Council, acting also as the Urban Council for the borough, was held on Wednesday afternoon at the Council Chamber, Town Hall, when there were present the Mayor (Aid. C. M. Williams), Mr. D. C. Roberts (ex-mayor), Alderman W. H. Palmer, Alderman D. Roberts, Messrs. R. J. Jones, T. E. Salmon, I. Hopkins, R. Doughton, E. P. Wynne, A. J. Hughes (clerk), H. L. Evans (borough accountant), Rees Jones (borough surveyor), and C. Massey (assistant clerk). LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD'S COMMUNICATIONS. A communication was read from the Local Government Board in reference to the application of the Town Council for sanction to borrow Z12,723 for the extension of the Marine Parade. It stated that they had received a letter from the Board of Trade, from which they understood that. the consent of that Department had now been given to the construction of the proposed works. And the Board now asked whether a satisfactory arrangement had been come to with the registrar of the University College of Wales in the matter The letter was referred to the Committee of the whole Council appointed in the matter. The Local Government Board also wrote stating they had received the report of Colonel Turner with reference to the application of the Town Council for sanction to borrow iEl78 for the construction of a storm water culvert. They were advised that ventilating manholes should be erected at three points, and that the plan be altered accordingly. They also wished to know whether the cost of the work would be defrayed by means of a loan. The Council decided that the accountant and surveyor prepare the necessary information required by the Local Government Board. CONGRATULATING THE PRINCE. The Mayor called attention to the recent attempt on the Prince of Wales'life, and moved a resolution expressing regret at the dastardly attempt made to assassinate him, and respectfully offering its loyal and heartfelt congratulation on his providential escape. Alderman D. Roberts seconded, and the proposi- tion was unanimously agreed to. WORKMEN'S DWELLINGS. The Public Works Committee recommended that having regard to the tenders submitted for the erection of workmen's dwellings being much in excess of the surveyor's estimate, that the Corpora- tion take the work in hand, and the borough surveyor be instructed to proceed with the building of six houses forthwith. Mr. Salmon asked what was the difference between the surveyor's estimate and the lowest tender. The Mayor replied that it was £15 10s. per house. Alderman W. H. Palmer moved that the lowest tender be accepted. It would be much better if the work was let by contract, as their surveyor had plenty of work in the town without being entrusted with the erection of these houses. Mr. I. Hopkins seconded, pointing out that Mr. Jones would not be able to look after these houses himself, and someone would have to be appointed. When they considered the payment of that man the amount expended in the end would, no doubt, be more than the lowest tender. The Mayor said the mattel was gone into very fully at the Public Works Committee at which Mr. Hopkins was present. The surveyor was then questioned upon all the points raised, and he was confident the work could be carried out within the estimate given. It was also pointed out that they were not in a position to exceed by one penny the surveyor's estimate, which amounted to £183, and was the same as that placed before the inspec- tor, in order to let them at the price mentioned. Mr R. J. Jones asked whether the Public Works Committee could not see their way clear to sug- gest that the contractor should reduce his tender to the amount of the Surveyor's estimate. He felt it would be preferable for an outsider to build these houses, as, having regard to all the improvements to be effected shortly, the Surveyor would have more work than he could accomplish. In the course of further discussion, Mr Salmon remarked that this was the third occasion upon which the person who now sent in the lowest tender had tendered, and he thought it was only fair that they should give him an offer. Mr Hopkins said all the contractors and builders of the town had been at him since the last Public Works Committee, complaining that they could not expect them to tender when they were not given the work afterwards. It was then decided, on the motion of Mr R. J Jones, seconded by Mr Salmon, to refer the matter back to the Public Works Committee for further consideration. HARBOUR COMMITTEE. Mr R. J. Jones submitted a report of a meeting of the Harbour Committee held that morning, at which a consultation took place with Sir James Szlumper as to the probable outlay necessary to complete the Harbour Railway so as to form a junction :with the M. & M. Railway. As an ap- proximate estimate, ir James Szlumper stated -01,000 would probably suffice, assuming the Board of Trade (and he thought they would) sanctioned the use of an Annett's frame at the junction, and did not insist on more elaborate signalling arrange- ments. A letter was also read from Mr Levi, manag- ing director of the company owning the Frongoch Mine, in which it was stated that the Company would be in a position shortly to com- mence the delivery of blende ore in the haibour to the extent of 8,000 or 10.000 tons a year, pro- vided the railway facilities were established. The committee deemed it essential before reporting further on the matter to ascertain whether the M. & M. Railway Company were prepared to enter into a working agreement with the Corporation and the terms they were prepared to 'offer. And also to ascertain whether the Frongoch Mine Company would enter into a guarantee or other arrange- ment in reference to the traffic they anticipated. The report was unanimously adopted. MR. MORTON'S LEASE. The Finance Committee recommended the Council to adhere to the previous terms offered to Mr Morton in respect of the lease of No 42, Terrace- road. Mr D C Roberts said he could not agree with this recommendation at the Finance Committee, and intended to vote against it that day. Of course, he knew that nothing further could be done that day because there would have to be a notice on the agenda to rescind the previous resolution. Still, he hoped the Council would consider the matter, as he felt a mistake was made on the previous occasion. He proposed to vote against the adop- tion of the recommendation, and hoped the majority of the members would do the same, and that would leave the ground open for him or any other member to place on the agenda for the next meet- ing a resolution to rescind what had been previously passed. Alderman D. Roberts said he agreed with Mr. Roberts' remarks, as he thought Mr Morton was entitled to some consideration at their hands. He. fancied he had been dealt with rather' hard, and he thought they should give him some little liberty to go on with his building. Mr. Salmon thought as the matter bad been thoroughly thrashed out on both sides it was use- less to discuss it any further. The Mayor said as long as the matter had been again opened, he thought it was only right on their part to place the pablic in possession of the full facts in relation to this matter. It was evident that there had been a series of attempts from time to time to mislead the public in reference to this particular application by making statements which were utterly incorrect. And he would call atten- tion to the letter which had been written by Mr. Bickerstaff since the Finance Committee met. He regretted as much as anybody having to go into this business, but at the same time it was clearly their duty as a public body to show that their conduct was such as would bear investigation. Proceeding, the Mayor stated that amongst the statements made was that Mr. Bickerstaff wrote to the Council in October calling attention to the fact that no answer had been received to the repeated applications of Mr. Morton, although other appli- cants in the same street who applied on the same day had had their leases renewed months before. These were distinct statements, and the public weie asked to believe them. Now, he would like to lay before them the facts in this case. To begin with he was not aware that either Mr Morton or Mr Bickerstaff had written a letter to them in October at all. He believed a letter was written by Mr Bickerstaff in September. That, however, was a small matter, simply an error in date. The other statement was that all the other applicants in the same street who applied on the same date had had their leases renewed months before. Just let them examine the truth of that. He would show to them there was not the slight- est ground for having made that statement. On the 6th June, 1899, there were three applications on the agenda for renewal of leases, viz., Wm. Morton. 40, Terrace-road; Capt. John Thomas, 10, Custom House-street; and Thos. Davies, 12, Thespian- street. Not a single other application from the same street. How bad these three applicants been treated ? On the 20th March, if they would refer to their minutes, they would find that Mr Wm. Morton and Mr Thos. Davies had terms given them by the Council. The terms to Capt. John Thomas were only put on the agenda that day. So they could see what attempts were being made to mis- lead the public. Here were two statements made with the view of showing that the Council was act- ing with bias and unfairly. In the course of Z! y further remarks the Mayor said when there were certain cases before them he maintained it was his duty to bring actual facts before them to show they were acting perfectly straight. After further discussion the committee's recom- mendation was adopted by five votes to four. RENEWALS. The committee granted renewal of leases on rate- able value scale to Capt John Thomas, 10, Custom House-street, and Mr T. Evans, 76, Cambrian-st, and on site scale to Mrs Davies and Mr John Jones, 55, 57, and 59. Cambrian-street. CORPORATION PRINTING A long discussion took place upon the acceptance of tenders for Corporation printing, the Finance Committee having recommended the adoption of the lowest tender. Mr R, Doughton said he had bad some ex- perience in going over printing tenders, and he wished to know how the committee had arrived at the lowest tender. Alderman Palmer said they asked the accountant to go through the tenders, and give them the items for the three contracts, and Mr Gibson was the lowest in all of them. The Mayor pointed out that the matter was gone through hurriedly at the end of the Finance Com- mittee, and they had no time to go thoroughly into the figures. In looking through the prices after- wards, he found that the additions in one or two tenders were not correct. In one case the account- ant had put down £ 3 10s Od, whereas the actual addition came to £5 10s Od. The Accountant said the whole of the meeting of the Finance Committee had been taken up with a warm debate. He believed there was a mistake, but after all his impression was that Mr. Gibson was still the lowest in all the tenders. Mr. R. Doughton moved as an amendment that the matter be referred back to the committee for re-consideration, as he considered they should accept the lowest tender for each item. All the printers would then get a share, and it would be cheaper to the ratepayers, and be did not think Mr. Hopkins would object to that. Mr. Hopkins indignantly objected to Mr. Doughton mentioning his name in that way, and retorted by saying that Mr. Doughton was a tool in somebody else's hands. The Mayor called upon Mr. Hopkins to withdraw this remark. Mr Hopkins said he would not, as Mr Doughton had no business to name him. Mr Hopkins was again asked to withdraw, but he continued to decline, whereupon the Mayor said he would not allow these insinuations and low con- duct at the Council Chamber. If he found a mem- ber not capable of conducting himself properly after his attention had been called to it, he would decline to proceed with the meeting. Mr R. Doughton If Mr Hopkins felt hurt that I should have mentioned his name, I am sorry, Mr Hopkins As long as Mr Doughton is sorry, I withdraw. It was eventually carried by five votes to four to refer the matter back to the Finance Committee for further consideration. SHELTERS. Mr. Hopkins proposed, that with a view to add to the popularity of Aberystwyth as a winter resort, it be referred to the Public Works Committee to report upon the desirability of providing Shelters' on the Castle, Marine Front, and elsewhere and as to the estimated cost of same. Alderman Palmer seconded, and the resolution wasu nanimonsly carried.

PENPARKE. BAND OF HOPE.—The annual concert in connec- tion with the Band of Hope was held in the Ebenezer Chapel on Wednesday evening last, Mr. Evan Evans, solicitor, Laura-place (chairman), presiding. The following was the programme:— Song by the children; recitation, Sarah Davies, Margaret Ann Roberts, Sarah Jane Thomas, and Kate Jones; song, R H. Davies; recitation, E. R. Chamberlain, L. J Jenkins, Lizzie Davies, Evan Jenkins, and Kate Hughes song, M. J. Morgans; recitation, Edward Thomas, Lizzie Morgans, Maggie Davies, and J. F. Chamberlain; song, H. E. Thomas; recitation. Annie Davies, Lizzie Hughes, and Richard Hugh Davies; song, Elizabeth Thomas; recitation, Gwendoline Richards, and 1. M. Thomas; quartette, Moses Watkins and party; duett, Polly Jones and Annie Jenkins; dialogue, T. Morgans and Elizabeth J. Bosswel1; song, Richard Evans; recitation. Humphrey Edward Thomas; song, Miss Jones Tanycastell; recitation, John Richard Lloyd, and Sarah Morgans; duett, J. Arthur Jenkins, and Miss Davies; recitation Mary J. Morgans: recitation, Isaac Lloyd Evans; song, Miss Griffiths; dialogue, William Jenkins, and Elizabeth A. Davies; trio, Miss Ellen Davies and party recitation, John James quartette, Morgan Davies and party; male voice, John M. Evans and party; dialogue, Richard Jenkins and party; duett, J. A. Jenkins and J. M. Evans; solo, J. Harries; recitation, Thomas Humphreys. The proceedings then terminated by the singing of "Hen wlad fy Xbmlau," by "fr J. M. Evans. The following were the ladies and gentlemen who rendered assist- ance during the evening—Mr J. E. Harries, J. M. Evans, Dick Evans, J. Arthur Jenkins, Thomas Humphreys, Miss Jones, Tancastell, the Misses Davies, Queen-street, and Miss Griffiths, Pentrebont. The usual vote of thanks was pro- posed by Mr J. Edwards and seconded by Mr Thos. Jenkins to the ladies and gentlemen for their kind assistance during the evening.

London Letter. [FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.j London, Wednesday Afternoon. W ATCYX WYX ON PEXILLIOX SINGING. One of the most interesting meetings of the year was held last Wednesday night at the Concert Room of the Royal Academy, when Watcyn Wyn, the Carmarthenshire bard and pedagogue, discoursed to an interesting audience on Penillion Singing." c It is not often that the Cymmrodorion Society conducts its proceedings in Welsh, but this year two meetings have been carried on exclusively in that language, namely, Mr. Isaac Foulkes's lecture, and the lecture on Wednesday last. In appearance, Watcyn Wyn is a style of the Welshman who hails from the coal mining localities of South. Wales, with his olive-coloured skin and short stubby beard of fantastic Imperial cut. He does not however drop the initial" h in speaking Welsh or make every plural in an—a, but talks away in good homely Sirgar dialect with just a touch of pulpit Welsh. The lecture, as a lecture, was a queer performance, because some of the audience did not understand Welsh, and most of the audience for some reason or other failed to see or appreciate the excellent jokes cracked by the lecturer. Eos Dar gave some examples of penillion singing to the accom- paniment of the harp under the able care of PENCERDD GWALIA. The Pencerdd," or Mr. John Thomas as he is known to some, was in capital form, and gave some interesting autobiographical details. He said that when he first came up to London he was but a boy twelve years old, with but few friends and no influence. His success was largely due to the help afforded him by Air. Brinley Richards, who was at that time one of the senior students at the Academy. He, the Pencerdd, had in turn done his level best to aid fellow country- men in the musical profession, and the fact that he was the means of prevailing upon Mary Davies to enter the profession gives him a right to the thanks of all lovers of song. THE WELSH HOSPITAL. The Welsh Hospital Scheme, though floated at a late hour, has caught on wonder- fully and there is little doubt that the whole amount required will be collected within a short time. The original idea in starting the scheme, I believe, was that Welsh soldiers, many of them having only a smat- tering of English, should be cared for and nursed by doctors and nurses who could speak the Welsh language. A little thought however, showed that however desirable this might be, it was utterly impracticable, since the Welsh regiments are scattered all over South Africa, and the labour and trouble which would ensue, if every Welshman was conveyed to the Welsh hospital would be quite disproportionate to the advantages received. The hospital staff, therefore, goes out as a branch of the establishments already there, and I do not think any importance has been laid upon a knowledge of the Welsh language. Welshmen are probably better represented in the medical profession than in any other, as » glance at the appeal of the Hospital Committee shows. Dr Theodore Williams, who is a member of the Committee, is, I believe, a descendant—a great grandson—of the Rev John Williams, for a time headmaster of Llandovery, was well known in Wales half a century ago, and his books are still read by the learned. MR. LLOYD GEORGE. Mr. Lloyd George's meeting at Bangor was an undoubted success in spite of all the incitements to riot and disorder. It is almost incredible that the people who one short year ago were holding up their hands in holy horror at the tragedy of the Dreyfus casein France should themselves be to-day in the position of the guilty party. The attitude of Mr. Lloyd George and a few-a very few other stalwarts, is the only gleam of light cast on the situation. Mr. George, by his persistence in spite of calumny and personal violence in upholding a cause which he believes is a true and noble one, is doing a great work for Wales and for the Empire, as time will show. The Nonconformists of Wales (in spite of the Jingo English organs which seek to represent them, such as the British Weekly and the Christian World, and in spite of the warrior missionaries who have been in favour of every war waged in South Africa during the last half century) have not been very deeply bitten with the Jingo craze, and when they fully appreciate the situation, it is not men like Mr Lloyd George who will suffer, but rather members of Parliament who are either sitting on the fence or have jumped down on the wrong side.

LLANILAR. THE-EASTER VESTRY was held on Tuesday at 4 p.m. Mr. Morgan Davies was re-appointed vicar's warden, and Mr W. T. Hughes peoples' warden. The vicar presided. GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER DAY.-The following services were held in the Parish Church on Good Friday-10 a.m., matins (Welsh); 11.30. Litany and Ante-communion (English) 6. p.m. evensong with sermon. It was gratifying to see this holy day solemnly observed by a large number of the people Easter Day. This Church was beautifully decorated for the greatest festival of the Church. It is hard to come across a country Church more prettily and tastefully decorated. The following worked with a will on fthe Saturday previous:—Mr. W. T. Hughes and Mr. Austin of Abermaide. Misses Morgan, Mrs. Hughes, and Miss Hughes, Miss Patti Lloyd, Misses Cox, Mr. M. Jones, and Miss Maggie Lloyd. Miss Parry with her usual kindness came from Aberystwyth to help. Flowers were sent from Abermaide, Llidiarde Blaeneader Cwrtycadnaw. and the vicarage. The following services were held 8. a.m. 10. 11.30 6. p.m. In spite of the showers, a good number communicants attended.

RHOSTIE. THE EASTER VESTRY was held on Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock. The Rector (the Rev. J. F. Lloyd)', presided. Mr. William Evans was re-appointed warden, and Mr. James Williams and Mr. Richard Evans sidesmen.

TOWYN. FOOTBALL.—On Saturday last the Aston Templars Football team paid the town a visit, and played a friendly match with the Rovers. The game was not an interesting one to witness, the visiting team winning easily by 4 to 1. FIRE.-A disastrousj fire occurred on Thursday night at Pennant, a farm situated on the side of Cader Idris. It was first discovered at a cowshed attached to the house, but in the meantime seven cattle were burnt to death. It is not definitely known how the fire originated, but it is surmised that a spark from a fire which the attendant had lit during the day to jook his food had ignited some of the hay. The cattle were not insured. VOLUNTEER RIFLE CTUB.-Tlie weekly com- petitions in connection with this club are now at an end, and the following are the names of the winners of the spoon given each week :-Sergeant Instructor Lichfield, 5 times; Colour Sergeant Edwards, 3; Private Saddleir (D Company), 2; Private Lewis, 2; Corporal Newell, 1: Private Axe, 1; Corporal Roberts, 1. It is probable that the Brigade will go for their annual camping to Salis- bury Plain in July, in accordance with the |b*w Emergency Regulations. BREAK-DOWN.—On Thursday morning last a break-down occurred on the Talyllyn Railway, occasioned by the breaking of the piston of the engine. The traffic for the day was quite dis- organised, but was resumed on Friday. NEW TRAIN ARRANGEMENTS :-The new arrangements on the Talyllyn Railway, inaugurated by Mr Yates, will undoubtedly prove a boon to tll-e inhabitants of Abergynolwyn and district. They have now at their disposal a late train on Monday and Saturday, starting from Towyn at 6.45. There is also a new early train on Saturday morning. PERSONAL.—The numerous friends of Mr. Lewis Jones, Piccadilly, of this town, will be pleased to learn that he has been appointed to the command of the steamship Eko," of the Elder Dempster line of steamers, trading with the West coast of Africa. Mr. Jones is still a very young man, anti his appointment to such a responsible and remu- nerative position speaks well of his capabilities. He married, about twelve months ago, the niece of Mr. H. L. Evans, borough accountant, Aberystwyth. We understand that it will be some time before the command of the Eko will be handed over to him. TEA AND ENTERTAINNENT.On Wednesday last, at the Welsh C.M. Chapel, a tea was provided for the children of the Band of Hope, and was followed by an entertainment. The following ladies presided at the tables: Mrs Maethlon James, Miss Daniel, Brynhyfryd; Miss Jones, Brynmeirion; Mrs Hughes, Cader View; Miss Roberts, Board School; Mrs Jones, Church-street; Miss James, High-street; Misses Jones, Mynorydd House, and Miss Roberts, Cantrev House. After partaking of tea, a very successful and interesting programme was gone through by the children solos, recitations, &c., being rendered in a very commend- able manner. The chair was taken bv one of the £ llii n' .V*Z-' Owen Jones, Gwalia-road, and he fulfilled his duties in a satisfactory manner. During the session, which has just come to a close, the Band of Hope meetings have been under the management of Mr Pierce Jones, College Green, and it was he who arranged the meeting held on Wednesday, which, it is admitted, was the best ever held at the chapel. Mr Jones had trained the children to a high degree of excellence, and it is to him that the success of the meeting is due. BAND OF HOPE.-The winter session of the Band of Hope in connection with the Wesleyan Chapel was brought to a close on Friday evening, when a tea was given to the members, followed by an entertainment. The following ladies assisted at the tables :-Mrs and Miss Hughes, Merton Villa; Miss Jones, Frondeg; Miss Davies, Arfor-terrace; Miss Annie Catherine Jones, Corbett-square Miss Richards, College Green; Mrs Rowlands, High- street; Mrs Gwilym Evans, Miss Pugh, and Miss Jones, Church-street. In the evening an enter- tainment was given by the children, presided over by the Rev. H. Hughes, minister, when songs and recitations were rendered. There were also a few competitions, in which the following took first prizes :—Ruth Davies, Llewelyn Edwards, Edward Rowlands, Alun Hughes, Dilys Hughes, Parry Jones, and '.Ellen Jones. The chief item of the evening was a children's choir competition, con- ducted by juvenile members. Two choirs entered, and the prize was awarded to that conducted by Miss Lydia Evans. The following acted as ad- judicators for the various competitions :-Rey. H. Hughes, Rev. R. Jones, Messrs. Morris, Birmingham, and H. Lewis. The meeting was a very succes. ful one, and was well attended. During the session the Band of Hope meetings were conducted by Messrs. John Davies and W. E. Jones.

!———— DANIEL, SON, AND MEREDITH, AUCTIONEERS, TENANT-RIGHT, TIMBER, & GENERAL AGRICULTURAL & PROPERTY VALUERS. SURVEYORS, ARBITRATORS, AND FIRE-LOSS ASSESSORS. OFFICES ABERYSTWYTH & TOWYN TO BE SOLD BY PRIVATE TREATY Three Handsome PRIVATE HOUSES Fitted throughout with the Latest Improvements, SITUATED AT TRINITY ROAD. INSPECTION INVITED. Late Advcrstisements. CAMBRIAN Furnishing and Cycle Stores, ABERDOVEY. 1 IMPORTANT SALE OF EXCELLENT HOUSE. HOLD FURNITURE. "j%/I"R. W. ROWLANDS has been instructed by Mr. W. D. Evans, TO SELL BY AUCTION- on the above premises, a large and superior assort, ment of HOUSEHOLD FURNITUltE, ON THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 1900, Comprising, Walnut Frame Dining Room Suite Walnut Overmantles, Do. Sideboards and Cheffon- iers, Mahogany and deal Top Tables,Easy Chairs,Bed- room Chairs, Rocking Chairs, Mahogany Bookcase, Several Bedroom Suites, Toilet Glasses, Commodes, Bamboo Tables and Stands, Marble Case Clocks, Barometers Brass Rail Fenders and Fire Irons,' Brass Rail Bedsteads, Do Japaned with Wire Mattresses, Wool, Flock, and Hair Mattresses, Feather Beds, Several Sets of Chamber Ware,. Glass, &c., Ornaments, Pictures, Carpets, Linoleum, and Oilcloths, Hearthrugs, Brackets, Dinner and Tea services, Hot and Cold Water Jugs, Brass and China Candlesticks, also a large assortment of Brushes, and other Domestic requirements. Two Excellent Gent's Bicycles, 1 Lady's Do. The Auctioneer respectfully calls the attention of intending purchasers to this rare opportunity of securing excellent Furniture. Terms—Credit on conditions. Sale to commence at One p.m.

Birtbs, marriages and Deaths. BIRTHS. BENNETTS—On the 21st March, at The Mount, Oor- gaum, India, the wife of Mr C. B. Bennetts, of a son. HUGHES-April 13th inst, at Station-terrace, Llany- byther, the wife of Mr David Hughes, mason, of a son (first bora). MARRIAGES. EVANS—OWEN—April 17th, at the Congregational Chapel, before the Rev H. W. Parry, Aber- llefenny, in the presence of Mr Tom Parry, registrar, John Evans, miller, Cefnybedd, near Wrexham, to Miss Elizabeth Owen, spinster, Tycornel, Aberlle- fenny. JONES PRITCHARD-April 18tli, at Salem Chapel, Dol- gelley, Mr Rees Jones, Aelydon, to Miss Pritchard, both of Barmouth. JoNEs-EDWARDS-At the C.M. Chapel, Cemmes, Mont. Mr Dd. Owen Jones, 148, Delamore-street, Kirkdale, Liverpool, to Miss Annie E. Edwards, youngest daughter of Mr Wm. Edwards, Gwastad- goed, Cemmes Road. LLOYD-joi,AEs-April 18tli, at St Mary's Church, Dol- gelley, Rev John Lloyd, rector, to Miss Jones, Brvn- ffynon. LEWIS—JONES—April 17th, at the Parish Church, Dol- gelley, Rev Gwilym Lewis, curate of Llanfachllanr and Missie Jones, Brynderw, Dolgellev. PAss-JoNEs-April 16th, at St John's Church, Bar- mouth, Mr J. S. Pass, London, to Miss Marie Richards-Jones, 2, Marine-parade, IJarmouth. RICHABDS—DAVIES—April 18th, at the Congregational Chapel, Aberystwyth, by the Rev Job Miles, pastor, in the presence of the Rev W. Jones, Mr Elias Richards, Abercynon, to Miss Mary Elizabeth Davies, High-street, Aberystwyth. DAVIES—THOMAS—On the 12th April, at the Calvin- istic Methodist Chapel, Machynlleth, Mr John. Henry Davies, of Steedley Park-road, Manchester, to Susan, eldest daughter of Mr Jobn Thomas,, chemist, Machynlleth. DEATHS. JONES—April 15th, at Epworth-terrace, Hugh Thomas. Jones, coalminer, aged 24 years. PRYcE-April 15th, at St David's-place, Mill-street, David James, son of Mr David James Pryce, rail- way porter, aged 9 months. JO\KS—April 2nd, at Ffinant Cottages, Llanybytherr Evan Jones, aged 46 years. Printed and Published by the Proprietor, GEORGE BEES, at the "WELSH GAZETTE" Printeries, Bridge-street, Aberystwvth. in the County of Cardigan. Thursday, April 19th, 1900.

--4IJ1, ABERYSTWYTH. SIR JAMES AXD LADY SZLUMPER are spending the Easter recess at their Aberystwyth residence. DEATH.—Last Sunday John Jones, boatman. Windmill Court, died at the Infirmary after a week's illness. Deceased, who was 51 years of age, was suffering from pneumonia. FOOTBALL HO-OUIZi.-A-lr L. It Roose who made such a brilliant display of goal-keeping at Newtown on Monday has been selected in a picked team in South Wales to play against Sheffield United. MARITIME. Mr James T. Jenkins, Marine- terrace, Aberystwyth, who is in the employ of Messrs Mathias& Sons, has successfully passed his examination as second engineer. He was prepared at Me Callums' Marine Academy, Cardiff. LIVERPOOL WELSH BAPTISTS. -The anniversary services of the Welsh Baptists of Liverpool were held at the seven places of worship of the district on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Many of the foremost ministers of the denomination took part, among them being the Rev. J. A. Morris, D.D., of c!1 Aberystwyth. THE STREETS.—The pavement at the George- street end of Powell-street is so steep that it is quite dangerous to attempt to walk upon it in wet weaLher. The other Sunday quite half-a-dozen people slipped on it when coming from the Taber- nacle. Cases of falling are very frequent and not always without more or less injury. Could not something be done to make the pavement safer to tread upon ? PROPOSED MEMORIAL TO THE LATE DICK GRIFFITHS.—At a meeting of the friends of the late Dick Griffiths held on Wednesday, it was decided to organise a choir for the purpose of holding a ,,a concert to obtain funds to erect a memorial stone on his grave. All singers are requested to join the choir which will meet at the Tabernacle schoolroom at 8.0 p.m. on Wednesday 18th April. LOCAL WINDING UP NOTICES.—The London Gazette states that at an extraordinary general meeting of the members of the Glanhafren Steam- ship Company, Limited, recently held at Aber- ystwyth, it was resolved and duly confirmed that the company be wound up voluntarily (for amalgamation with the Glan Steamship Company, Limited). The secretary of the company has been appointed liquidator for the purpose of such wind- ing-up. The London Gazette of the same date also contains notice of the voluntary winding-up of the Glantivy Steamship Company, Limited (for amal- gamation with the Glan Steamship Company, Limited). THE TOWN BAND.—A full muster of members, under the leadership of Mr. Jack Edwards, occupied the band stand on Saturday evening, and opened their programme with a choice and appropriate rendering of God bless the Prince of Wales." After playing another item darkness came on, and owing to some defect in the electric lighting of the stand, the bandmaster had no alternative but to close his programme with God Save the Queen." Needless to say this want of light and consequent stoppage of the mu"ic was a ieal disappointment to the crowd of visitors and residents who had assembled to hear this popular band. MARRIAGE.—On Wednesday afternoon, an in- teresting and fashionable wedding took place at Birmingham, the contracting parties being Mr Lewis J. Matthias, Aberystwyth, and Miss Elsie Hooper, King's Heath, Birmingham. Mr Parry, National Provincial Bank, Aberystwyth, acted as best man, and Miss Myfanwy Evans, daughter of Mr Evan Evans, Lanra-place, Aberystwyth, was one of the bridesmaids. The wedding presents were numerous and costly, the bride and bridegroom being well-known and highly esteemed. After the honeymoon, Mr and Mrs Mathias will take up esidence at St David's-road, Aberystwyth. COUNTY SCHOOL.—The school broke up for the Easter vacation on Thursday. The number of pupils has reached the high lieu re of 161, which is the highest yet attained. They consist of 86 boys and 75 girls. A good hard terms work has been accomplished. Athletics have been very well sus- tained. The Antediluvians" have visited places of interest in the country. Edgar Francis whose success in the entrance examination into the North and South Wales Bank we reported last week, was for more than two years a pupil at the County School. He passed the Junior Certificate with distinction last July. School re-opens on Tuesday, May 1st, and a visit from the Chief Inspector is ex- pected early in the term. THE LEASES.—The watchword of the ratepayers on this question should be the greatest good of the greatest number, and the safest way to attain that end is to renew all leases on the rateable value scale. What has given value to property at Aberystwyth ? Is it not the people and ..since the ratepayers in general have given pro- perty its increased value it is only fair and just that they, and not individuals should reap whatever benefit it may yield. Alderman Palmer has taken a firm and commendable attitude on the lease question and it is to be hoped, for the sake of the town, that he and his colleagues will be as well supported in the council chamber as they un- doubtedly are by the ratepayers. WORKING MEN'S INSTITUTE.—A smoking con- cert in connection with the above was held at the Club Rooms (Progress Hall) on Wednesday evening. In the absence of Mr Elsden. who takes a deep interest in the Institute, and through whose efforts the club had been raised to its present position), Mr Enoch Edwards occupied the chair. After a short speech from the Chairman the following were called upon to take part in the meeting Selections on the organette by Mr Tom Felix; song, Mr Harry Thomas; recitation, Mr David Jones; song, Mr John Thomas Williams; recitation, Mr David Davies; song, The Chairman; song. Mr John Williams; song Mr John James Davies; song, Mr John Thomas; recitation, MrT. E. Jarman; im- promptu speech, six competed, the prize being awarded to Mr David Davies. and the Male Voice Party under the leadership of Mr Henry Thomas. Mr Elsden having arrived, was called upon to present the medals to their respective winners as follows: Dominoes, James Barson, and L. Doughton; rings, Isachar Edwards, and Dick Lloyd; la bagatelle. Dick Lloyd and J. W. Jones whist, Isachar Edwards, and L. White; drafts, T. E. Jones first, and Tommy Rees second. A cordial vote of thanks was given the Chairman, Mr Elsden, and Mr D. Evans. PORTLAND-STREET JUVENILE BAND OF HOPE.— A crowded entertainment which held been preceded by a tea to the members, took place in the Buarth Hall on Easter Tuesday evening, in the absence of Mayor (Alderman C. M. Williams), Mr. G. D. White presided. The following programme, arranged by Mr. Davkl Thomas the painstaking and inde- fatigable leader of this popular Band of Hope was presented to an appreciative audience :-Chairman's introductory remarks; pianoforte solo, Miss E. A. Lloyd; recitation, "Opening address," Miss Bessie Jones; cornet solo, Mr. T. M. Evans; chorus, Tired -and Sleepy," Band of Hope: recitation, "Old and New Rhyme Miss E. J. Lloyd song, Mother's Easy Chair." Miss M. A. Lloyd; recitation, A Sorry SDectL, cle Miss S. A. Ellis; song. "Just After the Battle" Miss R. Lloyd; recitation, "Almost Human," Miss L. Hopkins; a little chorus, Dolly's Lullaby," by 7 little ones an item On an Errand," by Mother, Anne and Brother song," The Children's Home," by a Party; dialogue (in character), A Fairy's Visit," May, Fairy, Gurome, Jane, Grace; item, Old Black Peto," By We Three dialogue (in character), Six Little Nurses," Nurses Kitty, Polly, Annie, May. Gertie and Sissy; instrumental "Village Minstrels," by a party; recitation, "The Chapel Grumbler," Miss I^acetta Jones; Band of Hope, Portland-street Lifeboat Boys and Miss Elenor Warrington recitation, lessons from Red Riding Hood." Miss Maud Jones; Save the Bov," Miss M. J. Jones; recitation, The Broken jug," Miss E. Warrington can Pwy FelFy Mam," Miss E. Davies Ellis; dialogue, Bird's Nesting," Richard, Tom, Farmer, Policeman, Harry; recita. tion, "The Sleeping Child," Miss Lizzie White; chorus (with tambourines), a Party; chorus, Brave Hearts." Band of Hope. COMPETITIVE MEETING.—A successful competi- tive meeting was held in the Tabernacl Schoolroom on Good Friday evening in connection with the Tabernacl Literary Society. The Pastor, the Rev. T. Levi. occupied the chair, and the meeting was conducted by Mr. E Evans, solicitor. There was a good attendance, and the following competitors were successful: penillion, Y Cenhadwr," Ir. D. J. Lewis, Great Darkgate-street; essay, The Kingdom of Israel in David's time," Mr. S. A. 0. Owens, Queen-square; examination on Samuel, Mr E. Doughton Evans. Sea View-place; recitation, Gostyngeiddrwydd." W. R. Evans, Bridge-street; recitation, Dwylaw," Polly Jones, Eunice Lewis, Gwen Jones; translation from English to Welsh, Miss Elizabeth Williams, Bridge-street; translation from Welsh to English, Robert Jones, College; impromptu speech, Mr. Lewis Thomas; impromptu -singing, illis,; Elizabeth Edwards, 1, North Parade; impromptu reading. Mr. W. R. Evans. Bridge-street; notes on two sermons. 1st prize, Miss Kate Jones, Powell-street, 2nd Mr. Isaac Thomas, Penparke Map of Wales, Arthur J. Lewis, Great Darkgate- street- bookmark, Miss E. Edwards, and Miss A. Jane Evans. Singing party cf eight Gogoniant Gwalia," Mr. Lewis Thomas and Party; duett, Y Garreg Atteb," Mr. Lewis Thomas and John Jenkins; tenor solo, Y Cardotyn." Ir. Dd. Owen James, Pier-street; baritone solo, "Dacw Cymru yn y Golwg," Mr. Lewis Thomas; solo for boys under 16, Maidstone," Tommy Jones, Tanycae solo for girls under 16, German Hymn," Lizzie Watkins, Railway-terrace; party of six children, Pwy sydd o fewn y net yn bvw," Miss Rosie Jones and Party ear test, Edcrar Williams, Bridge-street. Examina- tion for children under 16, Evan Edwards and W. R. Evans, Bridge-street under 12, Ann J. Evans, Sea View-place. Welsh dictation under 18, Evan Edwards, Bridge-street under 13. Ann Jane Nvan". The Secretaries were Messrs. Lewis Thomas and Fpe4Harris. THE FOOTPATHS.—A few seats fixed at con- siderate distances along Pcndinas path would greatly improve one of the most delightful walks in the neighbourhood. The marriage of J1Í:s Louie Ikin of ajnoi l'ark Llanidloes, to Mr E. A. lilackborn of London, formerly of Rhayader, took place on ednesday at St Luke's Church, West Holloway. WEDDING.—The marriage of Mr James Evans. reporter, Oswestry (formerly of Aberystwyth), to Miss Annie Jones, Brooklyn House. South-road, was solemnized on Wednesday morning at St Michael's Church. The Rev Archdeacon Protheroe officiated. EASTER HOLIDAys.-Tbe train.; on Tburs(lay and Saturday brought to the town a good muster of visitors and the promenade presented quite a lively appearance during the Easter recess. In the evenings the Town Band played selections on the Terrace and will continue to do so during the week. To LOVERS OF MUSIC.—A rare opportunity is offered to lovers of music to secure unprecedented bargains in the purchase of musical instruments, etc., at Messrs Wheatley and Cos. great clearance sale now on at the Assembly Rooms. All goods will be cleared at a great sacritice in order to make room for new stock in the premises in Terrace-road, which have recently undergone considerable altera- tions and complete renovation, and will be re- opened shortly.. FOOTBALL ITEMS.—Bangor succeeded in notch- ing two points from the Aberystwyth team at a combination match played at Bangor on Saturday last, the score being one goal to nil. On Tuesday, Aston Templars journeyed to Aberystwyth to fulfil an engagement with the town team. The homesters took matters in a light-hearted fashion, a change after the splendid display on the previous day, The antics of Charlie Parry were exceedingly humorous and provoked no end of laughter. The home team won by five goals to nil. The team had a hearty reception on returning from Newtown on Monday. On arriving at the station they were met by a large crowd who insisted on the players being driven through the principal streets headed by the Town Band, and accompanied by torches. The cup is of solid silver and is a handsome ornament. This is the first occasion for it to find it way to South Wales. PETTY SESSIO);,S. The weekly petty sessions were held on Wednesday morning at the Town Hall, the presiding magistrates being Sir James W. Szlumper, Mr Thomas Griffiths, and Mr John Lewis,-Rowland John Rowlands, Argoed, Tregaron, medical student, was charged by P.C. Rowlands, with being drunk and disorderly on the highway at Aberystwyth on the 9th April. The case was adjourned for a week.—Thomas Owen, Northgate- street, for being drunk and disorderly at Aberyst- wyth on the 13th inst., was fined 5s and costs.— Sarah M. Owen, Penuweh, Llanfihangel-y-Creuddyn. was charged with wilfully damaging the door bell and door of 13, Marine-terrace, the property of Mr Owen Owen, on the 17th inst. Defendant had been in prosecutor's employ for a week as domestic ser- vant. She was requested to leave on Tuesday morning, and offered a week's wages in lieu of notice. Immediately after, she went to the front door and kicked it, and pulled the bell so violently that she broke it. As she would not leave the house she was taken into custody. The charge was not pressed, and the case was dismissed.-—An ex- tension of three hours was granted at the Pier Pavilion on Thursday night on the occasion of the old College students dance, and an hour's extension was granted on Saturday night t Mr Rufus Williams of the Lion Hotel, also for a dance. CONSERVATIVE CONVERSAZIONE.— The annual conversazione of the Aberystwyth Conservative Association was held on Tuesday evening at the Royal Pier Pavilion. The spacious structure was crowded to the doors, and the gathering was attended with a measure of succcess far exceeding the anticipations of the promoters. Mr J C Harford, Falcondale, Lampeter, made an ideal chairman. A first-class programme had been arranged, which was highly appreciated. Mr J Amos Jones, R.A.M. contributed two well-rendered songs, viz., There's a land" and For Queen and country." Mr Garston Jones, Wolverhampton, also sang in fine style The soldiers of the Queen," the chorus of which was heartily taken up by the audience. Miss Reaably presided at the piano. At intervals some excellent animated pictures were shown on a screen by means of the cinematograph, together with pictures of our leading generals engaged in the present war. The last picture shown was that of H.M. the Queen, and this was received with an enthusiastic outburst of applause. The Chairman then delivered a short address, in which he stated that he was pleased to find that they in Aberyst- wyth were showing their loyalty the same as all other parts of the country. There would always be traitors who would wish to make out that Ireland was disloyal to the Queen, but he was proud to see that Irishmen had shown themselves as loyal as the inhabitants of any part of the United Kingdom (applause).—Refreshments were supplied during the evening, the following ladies working assiduously in attending to the wants of all present:—Mrs. Harries, Miss Vaughan Rees (for Mrs. Protheroe), Miss Jones (for Miss A. Knight), Mrs. W. Hughes-Jones, Mrs. Bevan. Miss Wynne, Mrs. R. J. Jones, Mrs. Garston Jones (Wolverhampton), Mrs. Hugh Hughes, Mrs. Tom Davies, Mrs. G. Fossett Roberts, Miss Jones (Plas Padarn): Mrs. Parry (Glanpaith), Mrs. B. Ellis Morgan, Messrs. F. C. and A. Long, Misses Mary I y and A. G. Lewis, and Miss Nellie Ball. Mrs. R. J. Jones was responsible for the arrangements, which were perfectly carried out. Palms were kindly lent for the decoration of the hall by Mr. Hugh Hughes (Glynpadarn) and Mr. Purton.—At the termination of the programme, the Chairman pro- posed a vote of thanks to the ladies who presided over the tables, to the artistes, and to Miss Rea (piatiist), and a vote was heartily accorded. Mr. T. E. Salmon (chairman of the Conservative Club) also proposed a vote of thanks to Mr. Harford for presiding, and Mr. G. Fossett Roberts (vice chairman) seconded, the resolution being unani- mously carried. The proceedings concluded with the singing of the National Anthem. OLD STUDENTS RE-UNION. The Easter recess has again brought a good number of old students to the town, to take part in .the re-union meetings. Messrs W. P. Fuller and D. R. Harris are the bon. secretaries. An elaborate programme has been prepared of which the follow- ing is a copy :-Saturday, April 14th, dance at 7 p.m.; Monday evening, reception at the College Library; Tuesday, picnic to Clettwr Valley; Wed- nesday, business meeting, football match—past v, present students, dinner at the Lion Hotel; Thursday, cricket match, boat race, and dance at the Royal Pier Pavilion; Friday, picnic to Hafod and Devil's Bridge Saturday, tennis match.

Easter Vestries. HOLY TRINITY CHURCH VESTRY.—The annual vestry was held at noon on Easter Monday when the Vicar presided. The outgoing churchwarden Mr J. J. Jones and Mr Colby were re-elected. Vote of thanks were passed to the churchwarden organist, and choirmaster for their services. The chuchwarden's accounts were presented showing that the collections for the year amounted to £ 3153sl0d, of which L84 was for the Chancel Building Fund and Zll for the War Fund. Mr J. J. Jones pro- posed and Mr Perrott seconded that the thanks of the vestry be given to Mrs Rice Williams for her gift of a handsome kneeler for the chancel rails. ST. MICHAEL'S CHURCH.—The Easter Vestry for the town and liberty of Aberystwyth was held on Wednesday morning at the Vestry lloom of St. Michael's Church, where there were present the Rev Archdeacon Protheroe, Rev J E Lloyd, Mr E. P Wynne, Mr B Ellis Morgan, and Mr C H Cox. The Vicar having thanked the churchwardens and especially the vicar's warden for their valuable and much valued services in the past, re-appointed Mr E P Wynne as vicar's warden for the ensuing year. Mr C H Cox proposed, and Mr E P Wynne seconded the reappointment of Mr B Ellis Morgan as parish- ioners' warden for the ensuing year, and this was carried unanimously. Mr B Ellis Morgan proposed that the best thanks of the vestry be given to the sidesmen who kindly assisted the churchwardens in the discharge of their duties during the past year. Mr E P Wynne seconded, and this was agreed to. Mr E P Wynne proposed, and the Rev J E Lloyd seconded, that the following gentlemen be appointed sidesmen for the ensuiiigyear:Afessr,J D Hughes, Thomas Griffiths, Alfred Noves, Matthew Jones, A J Hughes, GFosset Roberts, J R Rees, C H Cox, Dr Bonsall, E Vaughan Rees, Joseph Davies, R Geddes Smith, Thomas Bevan, Henry Bonsall, Thomas Owen, E W Wynne, Llewellyn Jones, James Purton, John Jones, H C Richards, — Clements, R Weller, W H Hollier, G T Smith, and Professor Murray. These were unanimously agreed to. A discussion took place upon the pro- posed extension of the church, the Vicar pointing out that they now had a clear balance at the bank of about £7"00. He, however, thought that the idea of adding two bays to the building as originally intended, was impracticable, as that would make the church too large for ordinary pur- poses. He considered one bay would be sufficient to meet all their requirements. As spon as he was able, he would draw up a balance sheet, and then calla meeting of churchwardens interested to decide what steps should be taken.