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ABERYSTWYTH Pei'sonal.—The Rev. Lewis Williams, Waenfaw-r, formerly pastor of Shiloh Calvin- iatic Methodist Church intends going for a long visit to America in May next. NATIONAL School.—In the report published last week regarding the Infants Department of the National tichool, we omitted to state that the Dame of the headmistress is Miss Chapman. BUFFALO BILL and his Wild West Show intend visiting Aberystwyth during May next. His advance agents have already been making the preliminary arrangements. BANKRUPTCY. The "Loudon Gazette" for Tuesday had the following notice: —Receiving Orders in bankruptcy, Walter Hugh Ward, 38, Great Darkgate Sireet, Aberystwyth, confectioner. MARRIAGE.—The marriage took place on Tues- day in last week at Tuuyiefail, near Cardiff, of Mrs Mary Sylvanus Williams, 40, North Parade, to the Rev E Stephens, vicar of Tonyrefail. TOWN COUNCIL.—There are rumours that next Tuesday's meeting of the Town Council will be a squally one. The question of the appointment of an accountant to audit the borough accounts comes up lur discussion. Competitive Meeting.—A grand competi- tive meeting will be held at Baker-steet In- dependent Chapel on Thursday evening, Feb- 25th. A comprehensive programme has been drawn up, and substantial prizes are offered. Full particulars may be obtained of the sec- retary, Mr. J. Da vies, 18, High-street. A Lantern Lecture was delivered last Mon- day evening at Trefechan Sunday School by Mr. Isaac Rees on "The land of Caanan" The lantern was manipulated by Captain R. D. Jones, South-road. There was a large and appreciative audience. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Rees for his very instructive lecture by Mr. J. R. Griffiths, the superintendent, and seconded by M Abraham Joel and Mr. CharleaBenson. Obituary.—On January 19th at 4, Victoria road, Llanelly, the death occurred of Mrs. Jane Phillips a native of this town, formerly in business as Mrs. Hughes, greengrocer, at 37, Terrace-road. The deceased was well- known and much respected by a large circle -of friends. While at Aberystwyth deceased was a faithful member of the Welsh Baptist Church. She was a sister to Mr. John Wil- liams, Forest Hill, and to Mrs. Rees, King's Cross. London. A Course of Lectures, open to all free of charge, will be begun next Wednesday even- ing, in the Buarth HaH, by J. Estlin Car- penter, M.A., Lecturer in Comparative Re- ligion, Oxford. His subject is The Christ of the Creeds, and of Experience." The ser- ies will extend over six Wednesdays in suc- cession. The Chairman for the first lecture is Professor Foster Watson, M.A. Full par- ticulars of the course will be found in our advertising columns. Obituary.—The death took place at 1 a.m. on Wednesday at 63, Marine-terrace ,of Dr. Jenkin, Jenkins, of Gelliwastad-road, Ponty- pridd. Deceased was well-known in the town being a constant visitor. He had been lying ill for several weeks past, at Aberystwyth. He was a brother of Mrs. Jones, 63, Marine- terrace, and an uncle of Mrs. James, wife of Mr. J. James, solicitor. Deceased, who was medical officer and public vaccinator for Pontypridd, leaves a widow and three chil- dren. The funeral, which will be private, -will take place on Tuesday morning at the Aberystwyth cemetery. DEPARTURE.—Mr E Wynn Mathias, of the local branch of the National Provincial Bank, has been transferred to the Ler^s branch of the same bank. Mr Mathias, who left, to take up his new duties on Thursday, made for himself a hot of friends dur- ing his five years' stay in the town. While his de- parture is regretted, his friends join in congratula- ting him upon his promotion. Mr Mathias. who is a native of Newcastle Emlyn. identified himself with several movements in the town. He was a sergeant in the 1st Cardigan Volunteer Artillery. and was one of the first pnpils at the School of Law recently established at the College. Before his departure, the manager and staff of the bank pre- sented him with a beautiful travelling timepiece in leather case, suitably inscribed. THE COLLEGE MUSICAL SOCIETY.—Active pre- perations are being made for the 20th annual concert of this society, which is to be given on Wednesday, the 9th of March. The piece to be performed this year is The Golden Legion by (Sullivan) which will be preceded by two choruses 11 The Chocgh and Crow by (Bishop) and The Bridal Chorus by (Wagner). Following this there will be selections by the artistes. The musical talent of the choir this year excels, i is said, that of any former year, and the members are already in a high state of proficiency. Members of the well-known Halle Orehestia have been engaged for the occasion, and will The under the conductorship of Mr Bertie Ollerhead. Among the artistes engaged are—Soprano, Miss Maud Waite; tenor, Mr Gwilym Richards, R.A.M.; bass,Mr Dd. Hughes, B.A.M. Ystwyth Lodge.—This lodge held its week- ly meeting at Progress Hail. on Friday night last. Iflie following items were given by members of Llanilar Lodge :-olo., Miss B. Morris; recitation, Miss L. J«nkiis; solo, "The Holy City," Miss M. Lloyd; spiech, Mr .Rees; quartette, Mr. Williams ilId Tarty recitation, Miss L. J. Morgan solo, Cc-n- -wch im yr hen Ganiadau," Miss IT. Dr.vies; speech, Miss A. J. Thomas; solo, "Y (n:rclo- tes Fach," Miss M. E. Lloyd recitation, Miss M. E. Parry; duett, Messrs. vV'lH-ims and Roberts: song. The Lodge, Messrs. Rich. Jones, H. Hughes, and Dd. Thomas ride touching references to the death of h.> Rev. D. R. Williams. The Dead March." was played by Miss Rosie Jones. A vote of thanks was accorded the Llanilar Ledge for their visit. Land Reform.—This was the subject of an edifying address delivered on Fiiday even- ing last at the Radical Club by Professor T. Levi. The president, MF. Jonn Evans (solici- tor), occupied the chair, and there was a good attendance. Professor Levi treated his subject in an able and exhaustive manner. After an unqualified denunciation of the present land system, he advocated the aboli- tion of primogeniture and entail,, reasonable compensation to tenants for improvements and fixity of tenure. He also favoured a system of land nationalisation., whereby the whole of the land could be purchased, and placed under the administration of the County Councils, Town Councils, and other local authorities. Professor Levi also disapproved of the present method of proving titles to land, owing to the expense attached to it, and was of opinion that County Councils should be urged to exercise the power vested in them to adopt a register for the registra- tion of all titles, a. course which, he main- tained, would simplify matters very much.- A discussion followed, which was taken part in by "Mr. W. Edwards, F.C.W. Mr. J. Pafth Morgan, and the President.—A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Professor Levi for his address. Oddfellows.—The half-yearly meeting of the Aberystwyth District I.O.I.M.F. was held at the Town Hall, Aberystwyth, on Thursday last. The Grand Master, R. H. Jones, Ponterwyd, presiding. The following 43fficers and delegates were present:John Ellis, Deputy Grand Master; Alderman E. P. "Wynne, District Treasurer; Chas. H. Cocks, Prov. C.S. Delegates :St. David's Lodge, P G David Jones; Rheidol, P G Evan James; Temple of Love, P G David Evans; Earl of Lisburae, P G Samuel Evans; Cambrian, P G. Thomas, John Williams, Druid. P. G. David Daviee, St. John's P. G. Wil- liam Magor Llyriileoedd, PG Rhys Lewis; Gogerddan, P G John H. Jones; Dovey, P G Edward Williams; Iologocb, P G Richard James- and St. Padarns, P G Abraham Hop- kins. The District Auditors, pO D. Philip Jones, Machynlleth, and P 6 J- R- Thomas, Llanbadarn, were also present. The follow- ing appointments were made;—D. G. M. John Ellis, Cambrian Lodge, installed as Grand Master and P G J D Williams (St. David's Lodge), a Deputy Grand Master. P P G M, D. W. Jones (Cambrian Lodge) was elected Auditor, and P G William Jones, St. David's Lodge, was appointed arbitrator in place of Bro. George Thursby, deceased. Chas. Ii. Cocks, Prov. CS., was appointed to represent lhe-distriet at the next A.M.C., to be held in Manchester. After the usual business had been transacted, the officers and delegates dined together at the Talbot Hotel, under the presidency of Alderman E. P. Wynne.' After the loyal toast had been honoured,' Councillor R. J. Jones proposed the toast -of the Manchester ITnitv and the Aberyst-, wyth district, coupling with it the names of PPGM R. H. Jones; John Ellis. OM J. -G.' Williams. DOM: and Charles H. Cocks. Prov. CS., each of whom responded. The Chairman gave the toast of the visitors, coupling with it the names of His Worship the M;vor (PPCRM L Isaac Hopkins). Bro. Thomas'Griffiths and Captain G. Fossett "Roberts responded. The M^or proposed a "hearty vote of thunks fo the Chairman. Songs erp, given, and on enjoyable afternoon was «pen.t. DEATH A SEA CAPTAIN. rrw; tw- M'lddenlv at ("H,\y,t, Rry-m on '\f i1r'?' weok last. Bowon second '!1f1h of the LIzxie" i of Liverpool and had been on thi» vessel ever since »he was built 16 years ago. Deceased was found about 7 o clock at night lying un- was found about 7 o'clock at night lying un- conscious and alone on the timber wharf at Ghent where the Lizzle" was then an- I chored. He was at once taken to the hospital but medical attendance was of no avail, for he expired about 9.30 the same night, having never recovered consciousness. Captain Morgan Bowen, 2nd engineer and T. B. Bro- digan (a.b), were immediately in attendance. He was a native of Aberystwyth having been born at Harbour-terrace about 58 years ago, his father being a shipbuilder. His death is mourned by a widow and four children one son, Captain John Bowen, master of the Llangorse," two other sons are in the ser- vice of the Cambrian Railways, and a dau- ghter is at home at Aberdovey. where the sad news was received with sorrow. The re- mains were buried at the Ghent cemetery on Friday, two sons attending the funeral. PETTY SESSIONS. The weekly Petty Sessions was held on Wednesday at the Town Hall, before the Mayor (Mr. Isaac Hopkins) Mr. C. M. Wil- liams, and Mr. George Davies. Meat Prosecution.—Mary Parry, Bridge- street, was charged with exposing for sale meat which was unfit for human consumption Mr. A. J. Hughes, who appeared to prosecute on behalf of the Corporation, appliecT for an, adjournment, inasmuch as the Medical Offi- cer of Health, who examined the meat, had been unexpectedly called away-that morning. —Mr. W. P. Owen, who appeared for the de- fence, said the beast was never intended for human consumption, but as food for pigs.— Mr. Hughes said the sole object of the prose- cution was to have it clearhp established whether this"meat was exposed^ for sale for human consumption.—The Bench decided to hear the evidence.—James Evans, sanitary inspector, said he visited 55, Bridge-street, on January 6th, and there saw half a carcase of beef. The forepart was hanging on the door ,and the hind part was cut up in six parts, and placed on the table. These pieces were dressed for sale. He touched the meat, and it was soft, while the colour was a dark red. It also had a musty smell. He reported the matter to the Medical Officer, and they went to the house together. When they got there part of the meat had been removed In conspquence of what they were told, they went to Beehive-terrace, Trefechan, and found the meat in a sack in the back kitchen. He then obtained an order from the magis- trates to destroy the meat. On the table, by the window, in Mrs. Parry's house, there were pieces of bacon as well, so that in his opinion the meat was there for sale. She dealt in meat for human consumption.—Cross examined: He had been told that a cow had been sold at Llanbadarn. That was the only information he received. He could not say that when he visited the house part of the meat was being boiled. He knew defen- dant kept pigs. She had three on the data in question.—Mary Parry, the defendant, said the cow was given to her by John Pugh Llanbadarn OIL January 5th. After the an- imal W,18 killed, it was cut up, and brought down in sacks, together. with the offal, in a cart. Part of the meat was taken that night to Daniel Mathias' house to be boiled for the pigs. She did not joint any part of the meat for the purpose of selling iTToCustomers! It was cut up, and part of it put into the boiler to be boiled for the pigs, and the remainder was ready for boiling. She had seven pigs altogether.— Cross-' examined: She had not been selling meat for a long time. She did not sell bacon. She did not pay^John Pugh 5s. for the cow.—John Pugh, Llanbadarn, said the cow was quite healthy. It was, how- ever, thin and old, and suffered from lame- ness. Mrs. Parry told him she would boil the meat for the pigs. He gave it away be- cause it would not pay him to kill it.—After deliberating, the Mayor said the Bench ag- reed that the inspector had done his duty The case was a very suspicious one, but they would discharge the defendant with a cau- tion. Maintenance. Cases.— John Roberts,6 Amos Hill, Penygraig, Glamorgan, collier, was summoned to show cause why he should not be committed to prison, for refusing to pay..tl 17s. 6d., arrears due for the mainten- ance of his parent now chargeable to the Guardians of the Aberystwyth Union. He was ordered to be committed to priaon for one month.—A similar decision was given in the case of Wm. Jones, Tower Buildings, Miskin. Glamorgan, collier, the arrears in his case amounting to £1 7s. 6d.—John Jones, 129, Roberts-street, Ynysybwl, collier, was oidered to pay the sum of £1 12s. due for the maintenance of his mother, within 14 days. Richard Jones, Bridgend-road Pontycymmer, overman, was charged with neglecting to maintain his mother, Sophia Jones.—Ordered to pay 4s. per month. VALE OF RHEIDOL LIGHT RAILWAY. A QUESTION OF COSTS. In the Chancery Division of the High Court of Justice on Friday last (before Mr. Justice Kekewich) Mr. Stokes moved on the part of Georgina Rebecca Margaret Louisa .Lloyd of Panteg ,in the parish of St. Dog- mell's, widow, and John Morgan, of Rhiwar- thenssia, Cardiganshire, farmer, that an order dated 9th July, 1903,, made in the mat- ter of the Vale of Rheidol Light Railways might be discharged, because in the petition upon which the order was made there was no reference to the agreement dated 31st Dec- ember, 1901, between Lloyd and Morgan and the respondent, and on other grounds. The learned counsel said that the railway com- pany had acquired certain property belong- ing to the plaintiffs. There had been an agreement, and notice to treat was given to both of them, which resulted n agree- ment by which compensation was to be paid, the amount of which was to be referred to arbitration, and the company was to pay the costs of the negotiations, agreement, arbi- tration, and the investigation of title and conveyance. The company had purchased certain lands in the county of Cardigan for the purposes of the raihvay, but under the provisions of the Lands Clauses Act the Vale of Rheidol Railway Company were bound to pay the plaintiffs the costs, and the parties had delivered their bills containing the costs or the negotiations from the beginning. The matter had been before the taxing master, and it now came into court, Mr. Griffiths Jones admitted that the matter must go back to the Taxing Master in some shape or form. Mr. Justice Kekewich: In what shape or form can you send it back to the Taxing Master? Mr. Griffiths Jones: For him to tax the costs. I think that the order should be amended, and that the Taxing Master should deal with the bills of costs. Mr. Justice Kekewich; I do not know that there are any bills of costs in this matter. I have no doubt there will be by-and-bye. (Laughter). Mr. Griffiths Jones said there was onq bill of costs on behalf of the landlord and one on behalf of the ten- ant. Mr. Justice Kekewich: The whole thing is quite irregular. I can do nothing else but discharge the order. Mr. Stokes: With costs my lord ? Mr. Justice Kekewich: Yes, I think vou are entitled to the costs oc- casioned by the order which has been made.

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