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University College of Wales, Aberystwyth. .MEETING OF THE COURT OF GOVERNORS. INSTRUCTION IN FORESTRY. ALLOCATION OF THE WELSH MUSEUM AND LIBRARY GRANT. The half-yearly meeting of the ourt of Governors of the University College of Wales, Aberystwyth, was held on Friday last at the Shire Hall, Brecon. Sir Lewis Morris, one of the vice-presidents, presided, and there were also present Principal T. F. Roberts, Dr. Em- rys Jones, Manchester; Lieut.-Gen. Sir J Hills- Johnes, Dolau Cothi; Rev. T. E. Williams, New-town Mr. L. J. Roberts, H.M.I.S., Rhyl; Mr. D. Lleufer Thomas, Prof. E. Anwyl, Miss A. M. Dobell, Pontypool; Mr. J. D. Perrott, Mr. D. C. Roberts, Mr. Evan Evans, and Mr. John Evans, Aberystwyth; Colonel Pryce Jones, M.P., Alderman de Winton, Brecon; Mr. Owen Price, Nantvrharn, Brecon; Mr. W. S. Miller, Brecon Rev. Dr. Bowen Jones, Brecon; Prof. Sudborough, Mr. D. Fisher, Brecon; Principal Rowlands, Memorial Col- lege, Brecon; My. David Powell, Brecon; Mr. J. Austin Jenkins, Cardiff; Miss Constance Jones, Girton College, Cambridge; Principal Owen Prvs. Mr. J. A nnvlp. and I Mr. T. Mortimer Green (registrar.) THE LATE ALDERMAN ROBERTS. Dr. Emrys Jones proposed that the Court place on record its profound sorrow at the death of the senior vice-president (Alderman J. Foulkes Roberts, J.P., Manchester), and that vote of sympathy be passed with Miss Ro- berts and other members of the family in their bereavement. The mover said he had been intimately acquainted with Alderman Roberts for 27 years. He knew, and they all knew, that if Alderman Roberts had one interest at heart it was University education in Wales generally and the University College of Aber- ystwyth in particular. He believed that was the question which was nearest and dearest to his heart all through his life, and having had the oportunity of comin into close contact with him a short time before his death, there were two subjects that he invariably mentioned One subject was the old Welsh hymns he learn- ed as a boy and which he was fond of repeating, and the progress of the University College, Aberystwyth. He was sure they all felt very deeply the loss of such an excellent friend of the College, and it could not but appeal to those who were left behind to emulate his ex- ample and do more than ever for the cause of University education in Wales. Principal Roberts, in seconding, said he had drawn up a form of resolution which he had sub- mitt.ed to the President of the College, who had written expressing his concurrence with it, and also expressing his great regret that he was not able to be present that day. The leso- lution was as follows :— The Court of Governors desires to place on record its profound sorrow at the death of Alderman John Foulkes Roberts, senior vice-president of the College, and one of the pioneers of higher education in Wales. From the year 1865, when he first took part in pro- moting the establishment of the College, to the time of his death, Alderman Roberts con- tinued to watch over its interests with a de- votion that spared neither labour nor sacri- fice, and with a faith and courage w hich proved a mainstay of its fortunes in the darkest time of difficulty and discouragement. His services to the College have won for Alderman Roberts the abiding gratitude and affection of the people of Wales and a place in the illustrious roll of her benefactors. The Court also gratefully recognises in his character and personality, and his strenuous career of beneficence, both in Wales and without her borders, an examples of the best that our country is able to give to the ser- vice of mankind. Principal Roberts added that Alderman Roberts was invariably present at their meet- ings, and his presence acted like an inspiration upon all who came in contact with him. Colonel Pryce Jones, M.P., in supporting, said as one of the younger generation, he always regarded Alderman Roberts as a really grand old man in connection with education. He was always optimistic" and very courageous The Chairman also spoke to the proposition, and said the opportunity he had of being pre- sent at Alderman Roberts' funeral showed to him that while the deceased had become a great citizen in his own city, he never forgot the claims of Wales. (Hear, hear.) The proposition was agreed to. AMENDMENT OF THE CHARTER. The Registrar read a letter from the Clerk of the Privy Council approving the special sta- tute modifying certain clauses of the Charter. The effect of the alteration was to enlarge the representation of the Court by bringing in bodies which were not in existence when the Charter was first framed, such as County Gev- erning Bodies, etc. MR. DAVID DA VIES' BENEFACTION. The Chairman proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs. Edward Davies, Plasdinam, Mr. David Davies, and the Misses Davies, for their muni- l ficent promise to undertake jointly the entire cost of the erection of the proposed new chemi- cal laboratories for the College. Sir Lewis said he had not the pleasure of knowing the present heir of Llandinam, but he worked for a long time with his grandfather, Mr. David Davies. He was always at the meetings, he was always liberal and munificent, and always took an interest in everything that was done. There were political circumstances at one time which might very well have made him turn his back on tne College, but he did not do it. He renewed the scholarship just as he had done be- fore, and it was continued afterwards by his s The late Mr. Edward Davies was also a most useful member of the Council, and a good friend of the College. And now the family tradition of munificence had been shown again in the present representative, and they were very thankful for the immense sum of 1:20,000 which this young gentleman and his mother and sisters had quite willingly and spontane- ously given to the needs of the College, This was the spirit which the pioneers of Welsh edu- cation hoped to develope in the course of time, and they had done it. They hoped to deveL ope it still more. His own regret always was that they did not annex the munificence of Mr. Owen, the benefactor of the Victoria Univer- sity, Manchester. He was a Welshman, and he (the speaker) had not the least doubt that the large amount he devoted to the Victoria University would have come to Wales had they been ready. But they could do very well with- out it. They had plenty of millionaires of their rmm anrl it nnnparfld that now tJfceJT had million- aires whose sympathy was with the people and with the great cause of education, and upon whom they might rely with confidence in the future as in the past. This sum of £ 20,000 had taken a great burden off their shoulders, and made it possible for the College to proceed with its work in other directions. The Registrar read the letter received by the Principal from Mr. David Davies, intimat- ing his intention of making the gift. Sir James Hills-Johnes, in seconding the pro- position of thanks, said one and all of them were exceedingly grateful to Mr. Davies for hlCdenel Pryce-Jones, M P., said he had come all the way from London that day chiefly to ex- press his very great pleasure at receiving this munificent gift from his fneijd ^dyd Davies. It was a noble lead to others who were in a position to help forward then national movement. He felt proud that they had a Carnegie amongst themselves. He hoped that young Mr. David Davies would continue not. only to advance the interest of education, but would take an active interest in the develop- ment of the industrial as well as the educational interests of the Principality. (Hear, hear). Principal Roberts said he and his colleagues on the Council set an additional value on the rmmifioont cfiff frnm the fact that it was to the U.l.Ul.l.l..I.J..I..l.V ho memory of his revered father Those who worked with him knew with what fidelity he attended the meetings of the Council and its committees, and how his interest in the College was constantly deepening and growing, His death removed one of the closest and keenest of those who had been connected with the management of the institution. He also felt, as Colonel Pryce-Jones had said, that they had in Mr. David Davies not only one who had freely given of his great wealth, but one who was also intending to devote his services to the development of education in connection witn -this College and the development of education and the prosperity and progress of Wales gen- erally. He did not know whether it was known to the Court of Governors that Mr. Davies had already interested himself in various move- ments. When he (the speaker) was with him at Christmas time he was engaged in lecturing at different villages. (Hear, hear.) It seemed to him there was every indication that it his health and life were spared he would render his country very great service. An example of this kind was one that ought to be inspiring to his countrymen. At the present time there were great and growing needs in higher educa- tion in Wales in connection with this College and also in connection with the sister Univer- sity Colleges. He trusted this action was but tl ■ fore-runner of a series of actions commen- surate with the needs of higher education in Wales, in order that they might enter upon a higher level of progress. (Hear, hear.) The proposition was put to the meeting, and carried with unanimity. I THE PRINCIPAL'S ADDRESS. Principal Roberts, in the course of an address to the Governors, said :—Meeting in the county of Brecon, it is natural that prominent atten- tion should be given to a question which af- fects the interest of Agriculture, viz., the pro- posed Joint College and Counties Experimental Farm. The scheme recommended by the con- ference of representatives which met at Aber- ystwyth in July, has already received the ap- proval and promised support of three of the County Councils concerned—Carmarthenshire, Cardiganshire, and Montgomeryshire. I am hopeful that the remaining counties will shortly follow suit. The project is one which cannot be carried out except by joint action. No county is strong enough to proceed sin- gle-handed, while by combining they can at- tain the end without undue burden on any single county. The College already possesses in ita staff, laboratories and other equipment, a large part of the machinery required for the scientific working of the farm. For example, the well-equipped Agricultural Chemical De- partment provided some years ago at a cost of about £ 3000, which is also the analytical labor- atory for five of these counties who some years ago jointly appointed the Lecturer in Agricul- tural Chemistry as district analyst under the Fertilizers and Feeding Stuffs Act, is an essen- tial auxiliary to the scheme of expreimental work to be carried out 011 the farm itself and in the associated counties. The farm is the necessary completion of the scheme of joint action between the County Councils and the College which has now passed through a period of twelve years of unbroken progress. There is no agricultural area of such extent and im- portance without a farm. We have the prac- tical assurance of Mr. Hanbury on his recent visit that if the local authorities make their respective contributions the grant of t200 a year from the Board of Agriculture will be forthcoming. 1 will add a lurtner argument for the immediate establishment of the Farm. In the recently-issued report of the Departmen- tal Committee on Forestry, it is recommended that instriction in forestry be made an integral part of the curriculum of Universities and Uni- versity Colleges possessing agricultural depart- ments, and that in connection with each such College example plots" should be provided for practical training in Forestry. With this requirement before us we should obviously se- lect a farm where such example plots can be obtained, and should thus at the same time be taking the chief practical step recommended by the Committee for this important development of the work of the Department. The report further commends that Demonstration For- ests be provided in suitable parts of the coun- try, and in this connection points out that the margins of vast reservoirs such as the one which is being constructed in Radnorshire by the Birmingham Corporation should be affores- ted and should be made available for instruc- tion in forestry. The next matter on which I wish to touch is at first sight far removed from Agricultural pursuits, but on closer consideration it will be seen that a Welsh Library and Museum con- ceived on proper lines and designed to meet the requirements of the central counties of Wales must include a special department for study and investigation of agricultural questions, and an Agricultural Museum. It must be co- extensive with the scope of the social, economic and industrial conditions of the district in which it is placed, in addition to being a centre for investigation of those literary, historical, and philological studies which group around our distinctive nationality. The members of the Court are aware of the steps which have been taken of recent years to develope the Welsh Library of the College, and that the Li- brary is now, as the result of those efforts, one of the most important collections of the kind in existence. The promoters of this under- taking have from the first pointed out that a separate building is required for the accommo- dation of the Library. An admirable site, in- tended primarily forthis" purpose, was pur- chased by the President several years ago for the sum of £2000. It is about 14 acres in ex- tent, and affords room for other buildings which we hope eventually to erect upon it. For the present the erection ofthe new Library is the most urgent extension in the form of buildings now that the new scientific labora- tories are to be provided through the muni- ficent joint gift provided by Mr. David Davies and his mother and sisters in memory of the late Mr. Edward Davies. Since I have been sonnected with the College, has been marked by a more purely patriotic motive, and pursued with greater earnestness by the promoters than this effort on behalf of the Welsh Library. Of the eventual success of the enterprise I have no shadow of doubt. But in the meantime we appeal for the aid that is necessary in providing the building. I have hoped, and I continue to hope, that when the time comes for the alloca- tion to Wales of her proportion of the Library and Museum Grant some help will be forth- coming towards the cost and maintenance of such a library, which will be a national library in the truest sence of the word. We are de- termined to proceed with our undertaking even the independently of such aid. We are pre- pared to accept the decision of the authority to whom the decision of the question may be committed. But we shal I earnestly press for the inclusion among the reference to the deciding authorities of such a scheme of distribution as will per- mit of a due proportion of the grants being allocated to libraries or museums which can lay claim to a national character in more than one University centre in the Principality. The grounds for this reference have been clearly stated to the Court cf Governors and have been unanimously endorsed by it. The Court contains repre- sentatives of seven Welsh counties. The repre- sentations of such a body cannot lightly be set aside. The question at issue is one for the deliberate decision of Wales as a whole. If the decision, when duly arrived at, after a full examination of the alternatives before us, should favour the accumulation of the grant in the town of Cardiff, we may profoundly re- gret, but shall have no cause to complain of such a decision. We cannot be charged with affording any shadow of excuse to those who may wish to delay or to thwart a settlement of this question. Principal Roberts, in the course of 'om.:> sup- plementary remarks, dealt with the endowment of the Law School. He said the School was supported at present by a five yea.'s' snstenta- tion fund, and that had ran two years. Up to the present, although the number of students was limited, the prospect of the School was as good as possibly could be expected by its sup- porters. It was very important that members of the Court should assist the College in mak- ing known the advantages of this new School. THE MUSEUM AND LIBRARY GRANT. The following resolution, drawn up by the Welsh Library Committee, which had met on the previous evening, was then proposed by the Principal:- That while the Court is pre- pared loyally to accept the decision of any pro- perly constituted body selected to decide the matter they regard it as of great importance that the body—whether it be the University Court of Wales or some other body shall be re- presentative of Wales as a whole and that the reference to such a body should includethe con- sideration of a scheme of distribution which would permit the Welsh libraries and museums at the centres for university education in Wales to receive some share for the proposed grants. (2) That a deputation be appointed to lay before the representatives of Wales in Parlia- ment the views of the court of governors on the question of museum grants for Wales. (3) That a copy of the above resolution be sent to the Corporation of Cardiff in reply to their communication, and also to the members of the council of the university of Wales, to the constituent colleges, and to the county councils of Wales and Monmouthshire. (4) That representatives be also sent to the representatives of Wales in Parliament, and that the Registrar be requested to communi- cate with them with a view to their appointing an early date for the suggested interview. (5) That the officers of the college, with power to add to their number, form the depu- tation." Colonel Pryce Jones, M.P., in seconding, said he was quite in harmony with Principal Roberts. He thought it should be distinctly understood throiighoi-itwales that there wasno jealousy or rivalry between the different Un i- versityColleges with regard to the museum grant. Their only object was to get the grant from the Government for the benefit of Wales generally. In the meantime, of course, they were losing it. Scotland was getting a grant, England was getting a grant, and no doubt Ireland was getting a grant in some form or other. In the meantime Wales was losing it because they could not agree upon a definite reply to the Government. The Government said that they must agree upon a capital for the site for the museum. With regard to that he did not think they should be rushed into it. If they could not agree to any of the alterna- tive plans, he could agree to Aberystwyth being a site, or Ba.ngor, or Cardiff, but until they were assured that that was the only alter- native he thought it would be a great mistake to rush to the Government and say that they had a capital, which might be in extreme North Wales or extreme South Wales, and to find hereafter that a great, mistake had been made. It had been suggested that this matter should be referred to a body like the Univer- sity of Wales for decision, and as far as he was concerned that would meet with his strongest 1 approval. That body was representative of Wales in every respect, and could decide first whether the giant should be given to one place to be recognised as the capital; secondly, whether it should be divided between the three University Colleges; and, thirdly, whether it should be given to tile th.ee colleges and also to smaller museums in different parts of Wales. He suggested that a meeting should be ar- ranged of all the Welsh members of Parliament representatives of the Welsh University, a.nd representatives of the Welsh County Councils to endeavour to arrive at a unanimous decision and if they could arrive at a definite conclusion there was 110 doubt that the Government- was bound to give them this grant. He was strongly of opinion that they should be united before approaching the Government, or they would be taking a step which they would re- gret. Principal Roberts said a strong reason for sending up a deputation to the Welsh members, at the present time was that according to the statement of Mr. Hayes Fisher the other day they had been asked to draw up a scheme. It seemed to him they had no alternative, and it should be done as soon as possible. The resolution was put to the meeting, and carried with unanimity. FORESTRY AND AN EXPERIMENTAL FARM. Mr. J. A. Doyle, Crickhowell, moved the following resolution with respect to forestry: —" That in view of the recommendation of the Government Departmental Committee on for- estry the committee desire to call the attention of county councils to the increased importance of an experimental farm being established in connection with the agricultural department of the college, and especially call attention to clausesl4, 15, and 20 of the report." Themov- er said that anyone who took interest in rural affairs and compared the management of wood- lands in this country with that in other coun- tries, must see the extreme importance of in- troducing methodical and scientific methods in this country. I Mr. D. Lleufer Thomas, in seconding, said they had fallen in this country into a state of considerable neglect with reference to the question of forestry. One hundred or one hun- dred and fifty years ago the country was much alive to its resources when there was need of good timber for their ships. Since then, owing to the substitution of iron and steel, it was a thing that had been overlooked. It was a very good sign, it seemed to him, that the Govern- ment, and people who were able to give an authoritative opinion on a question of this kind were taking it up again. Speaking of his recent. visit to Canada, Mr. Thomas said that from the point of view of agricultural educa- tion, he was greatly impressed with the work he saw done at the agricultural college in the pro- vince of Ontario. He was much struck with the practical thoroughness of all the training. A great deal of attention was. naturally been paid to the question of forestry, because one of the main forms of wealth of that country was its forests, and they had there their separ- ate departments of forestry. Mr. Miller, Forest Lodge,, Brecon, in sup- porting, said he felt sure it would be to the interest of the whole country if more atten- tion was paid to the question of forestry. As the Principal had shown, it would be a great expenditure for any county or other organi- sation to set up a school of its own, and it could be much more economically done in connec- tion with the College. Mr. Owen Price, Nantyrharn, Brecon, said they wanted to train their young farmers to properly manage the land, and to teach them to increase the produce of the land, and to bring all kinds of stock to early maturity. Forestry was a feature that should be en- couraged. There were many parts; of the country which would be benefitted if there was a little more planting. Colonel Pryce Jones, M.P., said the Mont- gomery County Council had agreed to support this experimental farm, and he (the speaker) thought the work could be done much better through the University Colleges, because they had the organisation. The proposition having been further sup- ported by Sir J. Hills-Johnes, was unani- mously agreed to. TRAINING OF SECONDARY TEACHERS. Professor Anwyl proposed a resolution to consider the desirability of bringing before the new County Educational Authorities the ur- gent need of providing scholarships tenable for one year at Training Colleges approved for the training of Secondary Teachers, in accordance with the conditions laid down in the Order in Council' for the registration of teachers." Prof. Anwyl said this followed as a necessary corollary from two things. One was the de- velopment of education in England and Wales, which made training necessary, and the other corollary arose from their own system of education, which aimed at making educa- tion and the work of teaching not the mono- poly of the rich but something that was pos- sible foa- all classes. Unless they had these scholarships, it was perfectly clear to him they would have this state of things. People would be deterred from entering as teachers in secondary schools because of the registration of teachers, unless they had sufficient means to provide themselves for the year's training. Principal Roberts seconded the proposition, and said he would like to point out one practi- cal suggestion. The County Councils already franted county exhibitions, tenable at the "niversity Colleges, and they had the power, if they chose, to extend the tenure of those to four years, and in some cases,. he believed they did so. His suggestion was that the extension be made also in the case of students who were reported as having gone through their degree course creditably, and who were anxious to devote themselves to a year of trainiag for the teaching profession. In a few years the train- ing for secondary teaching would be a sie qua non, and it behoved them in Wales to devote a great deal of attention to it. The resolution was supported by Miss Con- stance Jones, Girton College, and Miss Dobell, Pontypool, and was then unanimously agreed to. VICE PRESIDENT. Mr. Humphreys-Owen, M.P., only had been nominated as vice-president; in place of the late Alderman J. Foulkes Roberts and on the proposition of the Chairman seconded by Col- onel Pryce-Jones, M. P., he was unanimously elected. UNIVERSITY COURT REPRESENTATIVES. Lieu-General Sir J. Hilta Johnes, Dr. Emrys Jones, and the Rev. T. Mortimer Green were on the motion of Professor Anwyl, seconded by Mr. L. J. Roberts, re-appointed representa- tives on the University Court, in addition to the President.
TOWYN.I
TOWYN. CONFIRMATION SERVICES.—His Lordship the Bishop of Bangor held the annual confirmation services on Friday last at the church, when a large number of candidates were confirmed. HOCKEY.—The Towyn County School Hockey team journeyed to Aberystwyth on Saturday last to meet the Aberayron County School Hockey team. The match was played on the Vicarge Field in bad weather, and the Towynites succeeded in winning by one goal to nil. LITERAKY SOCIETY.—The last meeting of the winter session of the Literary Society was held on Thursday evening last at the Board School, under the presidency of Mr D Barnett. Two junior members, John Hugh Platt, and J J Lewis, read papers on Alfred the Great and Cromwell, respec- tively. Several members took part in the discus- sion which followed. ELECTION NEWS.—Five nominations have been made for the two vacant seats on the Urban Council. I The two retiring members, Messrs J Maethlon James and Geufronydd Jones "seek re-election, and the other candidates in the field are Messrs Pugh, Cynfal; Meurick Roberts, Cantrefas; and J Gwilym Evans, grocer. It is very probable that there will be a keen fight, and the general expenditure by the Council will be made the basis of the at- tack by the three new candidates. SUDDEN DEATH AND INQUEST. An inquest was held at the Police Station on Monday last by Mr R 0 Jones (county coroner), touching the death of Mrs Winifred Evans, of Maengwyn House, who died suddenly in her bed at halt-past three on Saturday morning. A jury was empannelled, of which Mr Dl Edwards was the foreman.—Richard Evans, husband of deceased, was first called, and said he was not present when IiiA wife retired on Friday evening, but slept in the same bed. He was awakened at twenty minutes past three by her getting up. He asked her to get back in bed again, and she sat down. He begged her to lie down, but this she would not do. She took a drink from a jug of cold water. Witness then asked her what she had for supper, but she did not answer. Asked her whether she had had any drink that day, she said "Yes, one glass, what about that?" These were her last words, and she shortly afterwards into got bed. In a minute or two after having got into bed, she appeared as if in a fit, and he put water on her forehead. She died almost immediately, and as soon as possible he sent for a doctor. Deceased had not complained of anything, and was a healthy woman. She was thirty-eight years of age.—W Evans, son of the I previous witness, deposed that be was in the house whenthe deceased had her supperabout half past nine. Her supper consisted of chops, potatoes, and butter I milk to drink, and she ate heartily. She did not, complain of anything, and appeared to be in her usual health.—Dr Evan Lewys Lloyd said he knew the deceased, and had attended to her lately. She was a healthy woman. He was called to the I house on Saturday morning, but she was dead when he arrived there. I11 his opinion, death t,-o-l, j>Wje iiom .-udden cessation of the heart's action. The heavy supper described as having been taken by the deceased would tend to that.—The jury re- turned a verdict in accordance with the medical testimony.
DOLGELLEY.
DOLGELLEY. CHALLENGE CUP SEMI-FINAL.—The semi-final for the Dolgelley Challenge Cup was played on Saturday last at the Cattle Show Field between Bala Press and Dolgelley Reserves. Both teams were very strongly represented,, and were kept in hand by Mr Mathew Edwards,. Towyn. In the nrr-t half the reserves played against the wind, and Bala scored two goals. In the second half the reserves played more vigorously, scoring two goals against their opponents four, the score thus standing, Bala six goals, Dolgelley, two. LITKRARY SOCIETY.—The C.M. Literary Society held its weekly meeting on Friday evening at Bethel schoolroom, Mf 0 0 Roberts presiding. The chief business of the meeting was to elect officers lo? the ensuing session. The Rev R Ernest Jones was elected president, while Messrs Ed Williams and 0 0 Roberts were appointed vice-presidents. The secretaries, Mr E Olwyn Jones, B.Sc., and Mr D Williams were re-elected, also was Miss Griffiths, treasurer. A strong working committee was ap- pointed. PRESENTATION.—An interesting meeting was held in the Public Rooms on Saturday evening in connection with the Merioneth Order of Druids to present a grant of £40 to Brother William Jones, Gwynfa Cottage, Barmouth, who met with a serious accident in the mines recently. The meet- ing was held at the end of the ordinary lodge, and was presided over by Dr John Jones, J.P., in the unavoidable absence of Dr Hagh Jones. The money was handed over to the Chairman, and in doing so, Mr E Morgan Jones, Welshpool, secretary for the district, said he was very glad on behalf of the Board of Management to make the presenta- tion He always took a special interest in the lodge, which was one of the most flourishing in the district. He was glad to understand that several new members bad been initiated that night, and hoped that the lodge would continue to prosper and increase. He bad great pleasure in handing over the money to the Chairman.—The Chairman then called upon Brother Wm Jones to receive the money. In receiving it, he acknowledged the ser- vices of the lodge and of Mr Morgan Jones. He appreciated greatly the brotherly and sympathetic spirit shown towards him, and he urged upon all who had not joined the society to do so.—Mr R Guthrie Jones proposed a vote of thanks to Mr Morgan Jones for attending there that evening, and also for his services in the matter.—Mr E W Evans, Goleuad," seconded, and coupled with the name of Mr Jones, that of the Chairman, Dr John Jones, who he was glad to see present. He had great pleasure in congratulating him on his ap- pointment to the magisterial bench. The proposi- tion was carried with acclamation.—Mr Morgan Jones and the Chairman acknowledged in a few words, this bringing the meeting to a close. BOARD OF GUARDIANS. The monthly meeting of the Dolgelley Board of Guardians was held on Saturday last at the Shire Hall, Mr Robert Hughes (chairman) presiding. Vote of Syiiivathy.-It was decided that a letter of sympathy be sent to Mr J R Jones, a guardian, in his illness. Tenders for Provisions. -Messrs Ed Williams. E Pugh Jones, Hugh Evans. Richard Jones, and Mrs Roberts were appointed to consider the tenders for provisions to the Workhouse for the next half- year.—The recemmendations of the Committee with regard to the acceptance of the tenders, were adopted. Statistics.-The number of inmates in the House was reported to be 42. The number of vagrants relieved during the month was 167. The amount in the treasurer's hands in favour of the Board was £109 8s lOd, and the amount of cheques presented for payment that day was £ 293 13s 8d. The amount of instalments due was £ 956, and £ 164 arrears. Re-appointment.—Mr W R Williams was re- appointed school attendance officer under the Board. Appointment of Master and Matron.—The Com- mittee appointed to consider the question of ap- pointing a substitute, reported that in view of the Master having recovered somewhat they did not think it advisable to appoint a temporary substi- tute. Twenty-five applications were received for the post of master and matron.—It was decided that the voting should be by ballot, and Messrs Foulkes Jones, Dl Evans, and Hugh Evans, were appointed tellers.—On the proposition of Mr Foulkes Jones, seconded by Mr Owen Jones, it was resolved that Mr and Mrs D R Roberts, Bala, be appointed.
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MACHYNLLETH.
MACHYNLLETH. Obituary .-The death took ptace ou Satcc- day last of Mrs. Jones, wife of the Hev. D. Jones, Baptist minister, Talywern, Hear Maelv ynlleth. Deceased was 45 years of age, and had been ailing for a considerable time. Her death is deeply deployed by all who knew her, and much sympathy is expressed with Mr. Jones and his three sons in their bereavement The funeral took place on Tuesday, the inter- ment being made at the Baptist burying ground,- Talywern. Soiree.—The final meeting of the session of the Wesleyan Literary Society took place on Tuesday evening. Tea was provided by the lady members, and much enjoyed. An inter- esting programme was afterwards gone through in which the following took part:—Miss Winnie Edwards., Miss Gladys Jones, Miss Edith Jones, Mrs. J. D. Jones, Messrs H. H. Hughes, H. Bowen, D. Arter, Ernest Jones, E. T. Humph- reys, J. Humphreys, etc. The chair was oc- eupied by the Rev. J. D. Jones, pastor. A vote of thanks was accorded the lady members I for supplying the tea. Competitive Concert at Llanwrin.—An in- teresting competitive concert was held on 1 Thursday evening last at Saron Congrega- j tional Chapel, Machynlleth, the chair being occupied by Mr. J. M. Breeze, Machynlleth. Mr. John Evans. Maenewvn Stores,. was the occupied by Mr. J. M. Breeze, Machynlleth. Mr. John Evans. Maenewvn Stores- was the. conductor. Mr. E. M. Jones adjudicated upon the singing and Mr. David Smith upon the poetry. The following were the prize winners -Sopi-atio solo, Mrs. Evans, Llanwrin chal- lenge solo, prize divided between Mr. Ellis Jones, Corris, and Mr. E. T. Humphreys, Machynlleth. Others who contributed to the programme were Miss Mary Lumley, Mr. Fred Lumley, and Mr. G. F. Roberts. The proceeds were in aid of the chapel funds. Elections.—The following were the nomina- tions received for the Guardians' election :-n Richard Gillart, Llynlloedd, estate agent; Ed- ward Jones, London House, draper; William M. Jones, Glasgow House, draper; John Row- lands, Rock Villas, solicitor; Mary Thomas, Maengwyn-street, grocer. On Tuesday Mr. John. Rowlands and Mr. W. M. Jones withdrew their nominations, and as there are three va- cancies, the remaining candidates will be elec- ted without a contest.—For the Rural District Council the following nominations have been made:—Isygarreg (1), Joseph Henry Evans, Morben Isaf, farmer; Evan Jones, Cynffyrch, farmer. Llanwrin (1), Edward Hughes, M'atha- farn, farmer; William Jones, Coed-ddol, far- mer. Uwchgarreg (1), Edward Lewis, Henllan- ucha, farmer. BOARD OF GUARDIANS. A meeting of the Board of Guardians was held on Wednesday, March 18th, when there were present Mr. D. Evans (chairman), Mrs. Thomas, Messrs. T. James, W. Jones, H. Gillart, Ed. Hughes, Ellis Hughes, R. Morgan, M. E. Francis, J. H. Evans. J. J. Parry, Hugh Evans, Rufus Owen, Rev. Robert Price, Ed. Lewis. Daniel Davies. and David Evans, clerk. and Mr. Morgan, deputy clerk. The Master reported that there were 33 paupers in the House, as compared with 27 during the same period of last year. During the past month 242 tramps had been relieved, compared with 194 in the same period of last year. Of this number 90 were excused from work owing to having been vaccinated. A magic lantern entertainment had been given to the inmates by Miss Ffoulkes Jones, assis- ted by Miss Annie Edwards, and sweets were- distributed to the inmates.—On the motion of the Chairman, seconded by Mr. H. Gillart, a vote of thanks was passed to the ladies. An application from the Postmaster General to erect two telegraph poles in the Workhouse grounds was agreed to on the motion of Mr. R. Gillart.—The Machynlleth Urban Council intimated that Messrs. Edward Breeze and Richard Edwards had been appointed over- seers for the town.—The Clerk said circulars containing details of fire apparatus had been received.—Mr. Richard Gillart said the Town Surveyor was considering the question of the town hydrants, and he suggested that the Clerk should write to the Urban Council upon the matter, which was agreed to.—Dr. Mat- thews, Machynlleth, Dr. Williams, Machynll- eth, and Dr. Edwards, Cemmaes-road, were re-appointed medical officers under the Board. Miss Jones, assistant matron, applied for re- appointment, and an increase of £ 2 in her sal- ary.—The Board renewed the appointment at an advance of zCl. URBAN COUNCIL ELECTION. The Urban District Council election has been fixed for Saturday, April 4th, and there will be contests in two of the wards. Mr.. Richard Gillart, the retiring member, was the only one nominated for the South Ward, and hø will thus be returned unopposed. Tuesday was the last day for withdrawals, but none of the candidates nominated signified their in- tention of retiring from the contest. The nominations are as follows :— South Ward-(l) *Rd. Gillart, proposer, the Rev. Wnion Evans, seconded Mr. Lewis Ed- wards, saddler. North Ward—(2) *Wm. Jones, Glasgow House, proposer Mr. W. Lewis, Doll-street, seconder Mr. Sydney Joseph Griffiths, Mount Pleasant. John Micah, Maengwyn-street, cattle dealer, proposer Mr, Lewis Williams, rate( collector, seconder Mr. Ed. Breeze, gro- cer. *John Pugh, Maengwyn-street., flannel manufacturer, proposer Mr. Richard Lloyd, Maengwyn-street, seconder Mr. David Smith, Penrallt-street. West Ward—(2) D. C. Davies, Wynnstay Hotel, proposer Mr. Henry Lewis, Tower House, seconder Mr. Richard Sanger, Green- fields. *Richard Owen, Nawlyn, timber mer- chant. proposer Mr. Rd. Sanger, seconder Mr. Ed. Rees, chemist. *John Owen Williams, Rhianfa, builder, proposer Mr. John Jones, Dolgelley, seconder Mr. W. R. Hughes, Pop- lar-terrace. *01d members, Mr. John Rowlands, Clerk to the Urban District Council, will act as returning officer.
CARDIGAN.
CARDIGAN. Sale of Horses.—Mr. W. Woodward laat Saturday conducted a sale at the Black Lion Hotel, and disposed of several harses; suitable for farmers. S.s. Mayflower.—This boat, while going down the river on Wednesday in last week, bound for Bristol, took greund near Penyrher- gyd, where she will have tr remain for about a week or so. She would naturally have had to remain aty Bristol owing to low water till next Tuesday, so this makes very little differ- ence to her- Betsey 'r Pilot."—On Wednesday in last week, after, a short illness, there passed away at her residence abo-ve Penrhyn Castle, Cip- pin, Mrs. Elizabeth James, better known as Betsev Jos," who was the only woman pilot in the United Kingdom. Her claims to this distinction were amply justified. Possessing an intimate knowledge of the river, she on one occasion actually took charge of a vessel and piloted it up the river, and always accom- panied her husband and brother when they took ships up. She was a skilful oarswoman, and always helped in hoarding vessels, espe- cially during stormy weather. Her funeral took place on Saturday morning last, and was well attended, amongst those present being the whole of the crew of the s.s. Mayflower. PROSECUTIONS UNDER THE FOOD AND DRUGS ACT. ALLEGED ADULTERATED CHOCOLATE. Two very important cases under the Food and Drugs Act were heard at the Cardigan Borough Petty Sessions on Monday morning last, before the Mayor (Capt. Williams), Messrs. Lewis Evans, A. Clougher and E. C. Evans. Deputy Chief Constable D. Williams charged Messrs. W. Rees and Co., grocers, High-street, with selling chocolate which con- tained 50 per cent. of coloured paste which was devoid of chocolate, at their premises on Feb. oth last. Mr. W. H. C. Cross appeared on behalf of Messrs. W. Hees, and D. C. C. Wil- liams conducted his own case. The latter, in giving the facts of the case, said he proceeded under Section 6 of the Food and Drugs Act, which provided that no person had a right to supply another person with other than what he asked for. In this case a person went in and asked for, some chocolate, and was sup- plied with a material which on analysis was found to contain about one half of pure choco- late, and the other half a coloured paste which did not consist of chocolate. He called P.C. Rowlands, who said about 3 p.m. on Feb. 5th last he went to Messrs. W. Hees and Co.'s shop in High-street and bought sixpennyworth of chocolate, and paid sixpence for it. He then told Mr. Rees, who had supplied him, that it was for analysis by the public analyst. He then divided the chocolate into three parts: packed them, sealing the outside, and marked each chocolate No. 5. He handed one to Mr. Rees, sent one by registered letter post to the public analyst, receipt for which lie produced, and he retained the third which he had at pre- sent. Examined by Mr. Williams: It was Mr. Rees himself who supplied him. He packed them in separate packets and wrote chocolate outside, which Mr. Rees did not obiect to. Cross-examined by Mr. Cross: Mr. Rees did not produce two kinds and ask him which he would have. He bought six bars and packed them in bundles of two's. Could not say if they were all of the same kind as to flavour. He had not noticed that. He was certain no other sample was shown. P.C. Cilai-niaii said he went in after he thought the last witness had had sufficient time to make his purchase. When witness went in P.C. Rowlands was receiving his change. Mr. Rees did not objectr in fact helped them to pack the chocolate, remarking i't was a good thing for the protection of the public: lie did not notice any other sample on the counter. Cross-examined by Mr. Cross: He went in to help to pack the chocolate. He thought the chocolate was like those produced. D. C. C. Williams said he was Inspector un- der the Food and Drugs Act for the county. he produced the certificate which showed that the chocolate sent up contained 50 per cent. of coloured paste. Mr. Cross, for the defence, said this was an important case for Mr. Rees. He understood ~hat that gentleman had carried on business in the town for a great number of years, and had never before been prosecuted for selling, adulterated food. It was also an important case for the manufacturer. Mr. Rees was merely selling what was supplied, and the manufacturers were quite willing to take the responsibility. As to chocolate, he must say that he thought it would be difficult to con- vict, because chocolate was not itself the pro- duct of a particular plant, the same as tea, coffee, pepper, mustard, but was a preparation made up in different ways by different maun- facturers, but always containing in different proportions cocoa, sugar, and other ingredi- ents. As to the paste, it consisted of sugar chiefly, with a little ground cocoa. He was not aware that the question of chocolate adul- teration had ever been before the Queen's Bench, but there had been a case at Glasgow and at Teignmouth, both of which were ùjg. missed. It was not an offence against Sect. 6, because in this case- the purchaser had asked for chocolate and was supplied with that arti- cle, which was an article composed of various ingredients. According to the evidence of Mr. Rees, whom he would put into the box, the constable was offered either chocolate or chocolate cream, and chose the latter. D. C. C. Williams said that he was rather surprised that a big firm like Messrs. Fry and Son had not seen it worth their while to inform him that they were going to dispute the cer- tificate of analysis. Mr. Rees: Messrs. Fry and Sons have no locus standi here, and he represented Mr. Rees. By Mr. E., C. Evans: According to analysis there was 50 per cent., of chocolate. D. C. C. Williams: I must ask the Bench to accept the certificate in its entirety. Mr. Cross, continuing, said chocolate was a mixed article, and as he mentioned before, Mr. Rees had offered the constable two kinds, and there was therefore no complaints. An- other defence was under Sect. 8, which said no offence is committed if at the time the sale was made a name was legibly printed on the pac- ket, and he maintained, as they could see for themselves, it was so in this case, the name chocolate cream sticks" being plainly prin- ted. Defendant was, therefore, exonerated by this label. Another defect in these pro- ceedings was under Sect. 14, as to dividing the sample purchased, which had not been complied with, and which was for the protec- tion of the vendor. This said the article should be divided into three parts. In this case it was not done. One cream stick should have been divided into three parts, instead of that the six sticks were divided into three lots. In one case six bottles of camphorated oil were purchased and divided into lots of two's, one of which was sent to the public analyst, an- other given to the vendor, and the third re- tained by the purchaser. This case, on going to.the King's Bench, was dismissed, the judges remarking that one of the bottles should have been divided into three parts and not the lot. D. C. C. Williams. said in regard to the last objection, where six bottles were quoted, there was no comparison, as they had asked for sixpennyworth of chocolate in one lot, and not in six lots. Had they been supplied with a sixpenny piece, they would of course have been compelled to divide it into three. Mr. Cross then laid an objection that the certificate did not mention from whom the chocolate was received as required, and he, therefore, asked them to dismiss it on that point. Mr. Williams, however, showed that such was not the case. lr: E. C. Evans: We will take it for gran- ted that the same sample was received by the analyst as was posted at Cardigan. Mr. Cross also pointed out the certificate did not give an account of the ingredients con- tained in the sample. Wni. Rees, the defendant, said he had ben in business in Cardigan for about 24 years. To his knowledge this was the fourth time samples had been purchased at his shop for analysis, but he had never been prosecuted before. He was in the shop when P.C. Row- lands came in dressed in private clothes. At first he did not recognise him, and after serv- ing a little girl he asked him what he should do for him. On heing told he wanted some chocolate, witness. went to the glass case brought out a stick of plain and of cream, and asked which he would have. P.C. Rowlands chose the cream, and so witness fetched five more, at the same time returning the choco- late. After he had been paid for the cream he was told by P.C. Rowlands that the cream was for analysis. Just at this time P.C. Charman came in, in uniform and it was after this that he recognised P.C. Rowlands. Witness helped them to pack the separate parcels, else they would not have finished till now. Mr. Cross: What is the custom generally when one comes, in and asks for chocolate ? Witness: The grocer generally asks, Which will you have—cream or plain ? Witness could not say if the six sticks were all the same: Cross-examined by D. C. C. Williams: Did not recognise P.C. Rowlands at first. He had asked for chocolate. He asked for six- pennyworth after he had produced the two kinds. He always showed both to customers, and if he did not actually show the two, he always asked which of the two. He was cer- tain on this point, as it was the common prac- tice in Cardigan to do so. Henry Deacon said he was manager of Messrs. J. S. Fry and Sons, Ltd., Union-street, Bris- tol, which position he had occupied for 37 years. From his long experience he could say that chocolate" was a term used for de- scribing. a great variety of sweetmeats, into the composition of which cocoa entered and formed a considerable portion. The name did not specify any special quantity of cocoa, there being no standard, various makers having different forms. By Mr .E. C. Evans: Would it be called chocolate if there was only 5 per cent. of cocoa in it ? Mr. Deacon did not think any maker would make chocolate with such a low percentage of cocoa. Mr. E. C. Evans: Chocolate is, therefore, diluted cocoa. Mr. Cross again maintained that the certifi- cate had not mentioned what the chocolate contained. He had only mentioiid what it did not contain. He had not moti- ,?.d any thing as to the sugar and flavouring, the latter of which was either orange, va:ni!a, or lemon. He had mentioned the white paste, but had not said that that white paste was made up of sugar and flavouring, and there was sufficient protection for the buyer as they could see by the words chocolate cream stick" printed on every packet. The Bench decided to hear the case against Mr. A. J. Yolk, who was charged with a simi- lar offence, the maker in this case being Hown- tree and Co. The evidence of P.C.'s Rowlands and Char- man was similar to that in the previous case. Deputy Chief Constable Williams produced the analyst's certificate, which in this case certified that the chocolate contained 55 per cent. of coloured paste, which was devoid of cocoa. Mr. Yolk gave evidence as to the custom of asking purchasers which they required as did also Clara Thomas, his assistant. Mr. Cross also appeared on behalf of Mr. Yolk, and his defence was the same as in the first case. The Bench, after some deliberation, gave their decisions as follows: The magistrates recognise that there has been an irregularity in the way the chocolate was sent up for analy- sis, but they do not lay much stress on this, though they might dismiss the cases on that point alone, but the fact that the term choco- late is to an extent a fancy name, and has no definite constituent value, we find that there has been no substitution, nor anything done to the prejudice ef the purchaser. We, there- fore, dismiss the case." BOARD OF GUARDIANS. The fortnightly meeting of the Board was held at the Workhouse on Thursday, the 19th inst., when Mr. B. Rees presided. There were also present Capt. Williams, Mr. Thomas Evans Cardigan. Rev. John Williams, Mr. Lewis Davies, and Mr. Thomas Evans, Llandugwydd. Statistics.—Number of inmates on the books 62, against 69 in the corresponding period of last year. Number of tramps during the fort- night 30, corresponding period of last year 17. Balance at the Bank in favour of the Union £ 1,127 14s. 3d. Outdoor relief during the last fortnight tllO 6s. 4d.. corresponding fortnight last year £ 113 19s. 6d., decrease £ 3 13s. 2d. Number of outdoor paupers for the fortnight 450, corresponding period last year 449. Question of Tenders.—The Chairman said it had been unnecessary to call the committee ap- poiuted to go into the question ot tenders icr the alterations in the receiving ward,, as Messrs- James, Gwalia House, had informed the three Guardians deputed to call upon them that they had received a telegram to the effect that tha baths were on the way, and on their arrival the work would be proceeded with.—The Clerk, read a letter from Messrs. James, which had beeu sent to the chairman, in which they poin- ted out that inasmuch as no reply had beer* sent to their letter of Feb. 6th, they concluded that their tender had been accepted on tht,, terms mentioned therein. In view of these fects they considered the comments made at t he- last meeting to be premature. There being ju& mention of their having promptly replied and practically declined the order it thev wpro-. to h tied to the stipulated time. They had done aJl they could to meet the wishes of the Board,, and would esteem it a favour if their grievance- was amended by having their letter of Feb. 6ih mentioned at the next meeting.—The Clerk said that the tender was accepted on the 6tii of Feb., the work to be completed six weeks from that date, and he wrote to Messrs James notifying the Board's acceptance of their ten- der on those terms. In reply to that Messrs- James said they could not guarantee to com- plete the work in the specified time as some- times the baths got damaged in transit. That iotter he (the Clerk) did not think called for any answer.—The Chairman said that Messrs James complained of the Guardians, but the tender should not have been accepted if the work could not be finished in the stipulated time. It was reported that the work was now in hand. District -Nursing. -A letter was read from the Local Government Board granting permis- sion to the Board to subscribe JE5 towards the Cardigan District Nursing Fund for the current vear. On the Warpath.—The Clerk read the follow- V ing report, made by Mr. Bircham on a recent visit he had made to the Workhause:—" I have this day inspected the Workhouse. The re- ceiving ward alterations have not been com- menced. A cupboard was wanted to keep the fjirls' clothing in, also some small chairs and ockers were wanted between each bed in the sick wards. The sick ward was by no means what it should be as to cleanliness of beds and floors, and in the women's sick ward the beds were not even made. The Guardians must really appoint a proper qualified nurse unless the place can be kept better. The service of one able-bodied female inmate is required all day long in the sick ward, scrubbing and clean- ing, and she should not be taken away for other purposes; the same applies to the nurse. But what was wanted as much as anything was a proper system of inspection on the part of the Visiting Committee. A man in one of the sick wards, Mathia* by name, complained to me that he could not get diet he could eat. It does not appear that the Visiting Committee visit for the purpose of hearing any complaints from the inmates. This they certainly should do, and visit all the wards; besides there are inmates here apparently of unsound mind, I do not find any certihed as such by the Medical Officer. Indeed there is no book forthcoming (visiting book for imbeciles) in which such cases should be entered. I mentioned this last year. That Medical Officer's report should be filled in up to date by the Medical Officer, and the Master should make no entry in it of district work, etc. I also mentioned this last year."—Mr. T. H. Williams thought the report a reflection on the Visiting Committee. They had attended there and so had the Ladies' Committee, and had re- ported they had found everything satisfactory. —The Chairman said the men had made no complaints to him when he visited them.—The Clerk said it so happened that at the last audit that that very man had been having extra diet to a very great extent, and the auditor cau- tioned the Master not to give such extra diet in future.—The Chairman said he happened to meet Mr. Bircham at the railway station, and he told him (the Chairman) that he intended sending up a report to the Local Government Foard,so he proposed that they leave everything over until they received that report from the, Local Government Board.—Mr. T. H. Williams seconded, and it was agreed to.
LLWYNCELYN.
LLWYNCELYN. Concert.—A successful concert was held at the Penline schoolroom under the auspices of the Llwyncelyn Congregational Church on Luesday evening last. ine nev. oJ. noweus, pastor, presided, and Mrs. Capt. Evans, Clif- ton House, New Quay, was the accompanist. The programme, which was a lengthy one, consisting of songs, recitations and dialogues, was carried through without a hitch. Amongst those who took part were Messrs. T. Lloyd Fvans, Cast ell H. P. Thomas, Dryslwyn; D. E. Lewis, Penbank J. Herbert, Oakford; sind Mrs. J. Howells. It may be mentioned that Mrs. Howells favoured the audience with two solos, which were greatly appreciated. This is the first time she has appeared in pub- lic in Cardiganshire as a soloist, but it is quite certain it will not be the last, as she has al- ready created a reputation for h-ereelf. A vote of thanks to the chairman brought a very en- joyable concert to a close.
ABERDOVEY.
ABERDOVEY. Building.—The new house built by Mr. W. M Jones Hughes for Capt. Rowland Evans on Garth-road, has been let to an English gentle- man, Mr. Howard, of Luton, who will take up his residence there shortly. Womens' Temperance Association.—A meet- ing of the Women's Temperance Association was held on Tuesday evening at the Assembly Rooms, Mrs. Hughes, Royal House, presiding. The meting was well attended. Shipping.—The steamer Sphene, of Glasgow, arrived at the harbour on Tuesday last with a cargo of cement. Loaded with a similar cargo for the Birmingham water works, the s.s. Ame- thyst arrived on Saturday. Owing to the rough weather, both the Sphene and the Dora were unable to depart until this week. Portraiture.—Principal Roberts, of Aber- ystwyth College, having kindly consented to having his portrait painted, Miss B. A. Pughes, Aberystwyth, has been commissioned to paint it. When completed it will be hung up in the upper room as a companion to that of Dr. Pugh, which now adorns the wall. Obituary.—The sad news of the death of Mr. Evan Evans of Brontecwyn Talsernau, father of the Rev. D. Tecwyn Evans, of this town, was received by telegram on Monday morning. The death took place at Blaenau, Festiniog, at one o'clock on Sunday, at the age of 63 years. Much sympathy is felt with the Rev. Mr. Evans in his bereavement. Temperance.—Mr. J. Owens, Celtic House, presided at the weekly meeting of the Temper- ance Society, which was held at the Assembly Rooms on Sunday. Addresses were delivered by the Chairman, the Rev. Mr. Evans, of Bir- mingham, and Mr. W. Jones, C.C. There was a crowded attendance, and the addresses were attentively listened to. Mr. Hugh Lewis was appointde chairman for the ensuing month. Literary Institute.—A special meeting of the committee of the Literary Institute was held on Tuesday evening last, when there were pre- sent Messrs. J. S. Rawson in the chair W. Jones, R. 0., E. L. Rowlands, J. E. Morris, J. W. Morgan, Rev. W. D. Evans, Messrs. R. Griffith, W. D. Evans, Capts. Edwards and John Evans, with Mr. Gwilyn Williams and Mr. W. J. Eves, secretaries.—The senior secre- tary read a letter from the Woods and F&rests with reference to the repairs to the caretaker's house, Bath-place, and enclosing a contribution towards the same.—On the proposition of Capt. Edwards, seconded by Capt. J. Evans, it was decided that the improvements suggested be carried out. These will include the cementing of both fronts of the house and shop, and will meet a greatly-needed want.—A vote of thanks was accorded Mr. W. H. More, Harlech, crown agent, and Mr. Gwilym Williams, for their ser- vices in the matter. An Admirable Suggestion.—The Rev. W. M. Roberts makes an admirable suggestion in this month's Church Missionary Society Lay Help- ers' Monthly Paper, which has been considered by the committee, who desired to lay it before the general body of lay helpers. It is that a summer camp should be held at Aberdovey in July and August. A suitable building could be secured, and all arrangements carried out by a commissariat. Most would go on holiday bent, but there would be splendid opportuni- ties for usefulness in the Mission's work. Ar- rangements could be made with vicars all along the coast for flying attachments of two or more to address children and others on the sands. The article went on to say that Aberdovey is, of course, a beautiful place with- splendid sur- roundings, as could be proved by packets of views." Open-air meetings wonld be held in the evening, of a devotional character, and Welsh singers would probably lend their power- ful aid. The expenses would be about £ 2 2s. for ten days, plus travelling fare. Mr. Roberts' idea is a very commendable one, and should be heartily supported. A visit to Aberdovey would be an enjoyable one, and would no doubt materially benefit the town. METERIOLOGICAL.—The following is the Aber- dovey weather report for Februarry as taken by Captain Edwards:— Captain Edwards:— Bright sunshine 68'2 hours Rain 251 ins. Highest maximum 51 Lowest inaxii-num 42 Highest minimum 47 Lowest minimum 34 Eight days wind between N. West. Three „ „ W. East. One S. East. Sixteen,, „ WS.est.
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University College of Wales, Aberystwyth. OLD STUDENT'S ASSOCIATION REUNION.—Thfc programme for the annual reunion has now been drawn up, beginning with a dance on Sat- urday, April 11th, and a reception on the 13th. All information as to the meetings, picnics, ,etc. can be obtained from Messrs. R. A. Daniel and F G. Feek, the hon. secretaries. Of the old students, we note that Combridge is already represented by Messrs. 0. T. Jones, B.Sc., and J. P. Millington, B. Sc. TERMINALS.—This is a week of exultation to the studious student, and of woe to the sloth- ful, for the terminal examinations began on Monday, and will be prolonged throughout the week until Friday. The College regulations impose upon all students the task of negotiat- ing these exams, but for those who fear lest they should be found wanting hoary tradition affords a welcome escape by the use of medical certificates. It seems a providential coinci- dence that a slight epidemic of influenza-cold should have descended upon one or two of the students at this psychological moment, Nevertheless, the outbreak does not seem to have claimed so many victims as did another before last Christmas, judging, from the number of certificates then sent in. RUGGER AND SOCCER.-At a meeting of the football club members held last week, the fol- lowing officers were elected for the coming session :-Soccer: Captain, Jack Owen; secre- tary, Emrys Williams. Rugger: Captain, Alf. Morgan; secretary, J. M. Lewis. This year's soccer team, under the leadership of Garnet- Williams has well upheld the honour of the (lnllACfP ha.viiicr been snreessfiil throughout ex- cept in the last match with Town. It is to be hoped that next year's XI., under Jack Owen, will maintain this record. A deeper interest in athletics among all the students would go a long way to inspire both teams with the con- fidence which must precede success. Football- omania .may be rampant in some places, but in the U.C.W. many students go to the other ex- treme. A sound body is as necessary as a sound mind, and the examination hall needs as its complement both gymnasium and foot- ball fteld, to say nothing of the swimming bath. SMOKER.—The current College Magazine states that the last smoker of the session was held on Feb. 28th, so it remains a moot- point whether last Saturday night's smoker belongs to next session or not. Doubtlessly, the Mag. authorities will solve the problem in their next issue. Be that as it may, a good programme- was rendered, and an enjoyable evening spent, with President Towyn Williams in the chair. The proceedings were punctuated throughout with jokes from his inexhaustible repertoire,, though, to quote a College proverb, some of the anecdotes seemed like the removal of a green-baized insult, too good to be truev Jewell contributed as usual to the success of the nrocramme with his- grtmophone selections,. while the items given by The Cherubs," As- kew, Francis, Mills and Dodd, were highly appreciated. The timely advice given by them re terminals, Never mind the Proctor, let's go to the Doctor," seemed to appeal strongly to many a heart-sick student present. LITERARY EMBRYOLOGY OR THE GERMS OF VIC- TORIAN LITERATURE.—The annual lecture of the Literary and Debating Society was delivered last Friday night by Dr. Walker, Professor of English and vice-Principal of Lampeter Col- lege. Owing perhaps to over-solicitude about the terminal examinations, the students were not so well represented as might have been ex- pected, but those who were present felt it was y>od for them to be there. Professor Marshall, the president of the Society, introduced the lecturer as one who needed no introduction to an Aberystwyth audience, and afterwards Dr. Walker delivered an address as masterly as it was interesting, on Literary Embryology, or the Germs of Victorian Literature." The lec- turer gave a vivid description of the years of germination of Victorian literature in the inter- val between 1824, the year of the death of Byron, and 1834, the birth year of a new epoch marked by the issue of Tennyson's second vol- ume of poems. Beginning with Robert Brown- ing and Thomas Carlyle, an edifying hour was spent with the uncrowned kings, who in the twenties were qualifying for the intellectual thrones. After the lecture a vote of thanks proposed bv G. A. Edwards, and seconded by Miss Stansfield, B.A., was cordially awarded to Dr. Walker.