Welsh Gazette and West Wales Advertiser

LLANDYSSUL Appointment.—His many friends will be glad to learn that Mr. Evan Lewis, of the firm of Messrs. Evans and Thomas, has se- cured an appointment as secretary to Mr. Nicholas, principal of the firm Messrs. Morgan, Bruce, and Nicholas, solicitors, Pontypridd. County School.—A meeting of the Gov- ernors was held on Thursday, when there were present the Rev. Thos. James, M.A., in the chair; Mrs. Hubert Williams, New- castle Emlyn; Rev. G. S. Rees, B.A., Ald- erman J. Lewis. Dr. Powell, and Dr. A. T. Evans.—Miss McPherson was appointed to take charge of the physical training of the girls, and Sergt. Jim Jones, drill-instructor, to the boys. The town governors were de- puted to arrange with Messrs. Lewis and Sons, contractors to discuss details with regard to furnishing the new manual work- shop. Notice of motion was given that the scale of salaries of assistant teachers be discussed at the next meeting. RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. Mr. D. Thomas, Felincwm, presided over a meeting of the Council held on Friday.— The Clerk (Mr. J. Evans) read the report of the committee appointed to visit Rhydlewis district with a view of supplying Rhydlewis school with water. The committee visited three sources, viz. on Bribwll land, Gwar- llyn, and Cwmbarrau-isa, and recommended that the water be procured from Bribwll, but that the supply should first be tested in August as to its adequacy before coming to a final conclusion.—On the motion of Mr. E. Davies, Forest, seconded by Mr. Thos. Davies, Gwesyn the report was adopted. A communication from the Farnham District Council was read in which they urged the Council to draw the attention of the Local Government Board to the difficulty experi- enced in securing sufficient area around houses.—The Clerk maintained that it affected urban areas more generally.—Mr. Ben Davies, J.P., thought it aimed at a proper thing, and he proposed that the Council carry out the request of the letter, —Mr. Thos. Morris having seconded, the proposition was carried.—The Central Land Association in the course of a lengthy cir- cular drew attention to the increasing burden in education, asylum, etc., and urged the Council to pass a resolution urg- ing Parliament to include the question of local taxation in its programme this ses- sion with a view of relieving the rates.— On the motion of Mr. Thos. Davies, J.P., seconded by Mr. Davies, Blaencwm, a reso- lution to that effect was carried.—The Llan- dyssul Parish Council wrote asking the Council to reconsider the petition sent with regard to the road from Gorrig to Tre- groes which was impassable during floods. The Parish Council pointed out that that was their third application, and steps must be taken whether the District Council do so or not.-Mr. Thos. Davies Gwessyn, men- tioned that he had seen nothing untoward with the road, though he had resided there for many years.—No action was taken.— The County Surveyor, writing with reference to the complaint as to Dinas Cerdyn road, regretted that water ran over their road. He was prepared to meet the local Coun- cillors and the Surveyor on the spot to see what arrangement could be made.—Mr. Davies, Blaencwm, stated that only a gut- ter to take the water through a hedge into the field was wanted. It was agreed on the suggestion of Mr. Thos Davies to point that fact out to the County Surveyor, and if he found any difficulty over the matter that Mr Ben Davies and the surveyor should meet him. Mr. J. R. Parkington and Son, electri- cal engineers, of Swansea, writing with refer- ence to the Newcastle Emlyn electric light scheme, intimated that they were now pro- ceeding with the work of laying overhead poles.—The Post Office Surveyor, wrote drawing attention to the proposed altera- tion in the delivery of letters in Llandyssul. It was decided that a postman should deliver letters at 11.40 a.m. and 5 p.m. in- stead of the present system, and he desired to knoy whether that was likely to be ac- ceptable by th inhabitants, and if it met the wishes of the Council.-The Clerk said he had seen several of the most influential persons, and they were all glad of the change.—It was agreed, on the motion of Mr. Ben Davies, to instruct the Clerk to reply, stating that they accept the change. —The Clerk read sevetral letters from owners of springs suggested as the source of a water supply for Llandyssul all of which required fuller details.—The Survey- or (Mr. Edward Thomas) reported the de- cision of the magisterial proceedings against farmers for not pruning hedges.—Mr. Ben Davies said he also attended the meeting, bHt did not sit on the Bench. If he sat on the case he would adjourn it to see which party gave the correct measurement. It was a question of feet with the Surveyor, and inches with the defendant. Mr. Jones, Blaenllan, called attention to the state of Ffynonwen road, and suggested to the Sur- veyor that he should place a man to work

N E WCASTLFEML Y N The Tivyside Hounds.—On the 1st of April, Major Spence Jones will assume the mastership of the Tivyside Foxhounds in succession to Colonel Newland. Much re- gret is also felt at the coming departure of the huntsman, Mr. William George, who leaves to undertake a similar post with Mr. D. Davies, M.P., Llandinam. Before com- ing to this district Mr. George was hunts- man with the Neuaddfawr hounds, and at both places he made himself popular. Petty Sessions.—The monthly Sessions were held on Friday before A. H. Jones, C. H. L. Fitzwilliams, Wrm. Lewes, Edw. Davies, and Rev. W. Powell. There was a summons issued by Daniel Evans, Penher- ber Inn, Cenarth, against Samuel Jones, of Rhiw, for assault, and a cross-summons by Jones against Evans. The case was ad- journed to the next Court. Sergt. Harries charged Owen Jones, Cross Roads Inn, Henllan, with causing his cart to be on the street without light on the 19th of Febru- ary.—Defendant pleaded guilty and was fined 6d .and costs. » Ploughing Match, Etc.—Quite a large number of farmers were attracted to the annual ploughing match, etc., promoted by the Vale of Teify and District Society held on Gelligatti Farm last Wednesday. Beau- tiful weather prevailed, and the ground was in good condition. The arrangements were carried out by a committee of which Mr. Davies, Gelligatti was chairman; Mr. E. Rees, Pelican Inn, vice-chairman; Mr. D. James, Voel. treasurer; Mr. Sam Dav- ies, butcher, secretary, and Mr. T. Davies, Tyryet, time-keeper. The judges were:— Ploughing, Messrs. E. James Parktwad, Llandvgwydd; Thos. Davies, Towyn Farm, Cardigan; and J. Rees, Cbrnhwrdd, Llan- gennech; horses. Messrs. Thos, Davies, Blaenanthir, Cilrhedyn, and Enoch Jones, Ffynondafolog, Trelech; harness, Mr. James Jones, saddler; wit, Mr. D. James, Voel; sticks, Messrs. J. Davies (Dicks'), D. Thomas, grocer, and W. J. Williams, cabinet maker. Appended is the result of the com- petitions:—Extra champion class: 1, John llees, Emlyn Arms: 2. S. Jones, Panteinon, Brongwyn; 3, D. Davies, Gors, Cilrhedyn; champion class: 1, John James, Pengelli; 2, Thomas Clunbach, Conwil; general class: 1, J. E. Evans, Cwmgelli, Cilrhedyn; 2, Evan Jones, Ffynonfair, Henllan; 3 Howard Rees, Pengwern-uchaf, Cenarth; 4, John Jones, Clunperfed, Cilrhedyn. Junior class: 1. Tom Davies, Llanerchmeudwv, Clydey; 2. John Davies, Bryndioddef; best ridge in the field, John James, Pengelli, who was award- ed a gold medal presented by Messrs. D. Jones and Sons, Beulah. A silver cup given by Messrs. B. Thomas and Sons, The Forge, Newcastle Emlyn. for the best ridge by their ploughs was won by J. E. Evans, Cwm- gelli; cup given by Mrs. Evans. Cambrian House, for the best ridge in the extra cham- pion class was awarded to John Rees, Emlyn Arms; traces offered by Messrs. Phillips, ironmongers, for best ridge in champion class: John James, Pengelli; whip given by Mr. James Jones, saddler, for best ridge in general class: Evan Jones, Ffynonfair; horse brush, given by Mr. Dan Davies, Owm, for best ridge in junior class, Tom Davies, Llanerchmeudwy; clock given by Mr. T. J. Thomas, jeweller, for best pair o fcart horses: 1, Messrs. D. Davies and Sons, Angel House; 2, Edwin Jones, Fron- felen, who was given a box of horse condi- ment by Mr. T. Lloyd, grocer; Clock given by Mr. A. P. Davies, jeweller, for best pair of light horses: 1. D. Richards, Ffynonddewi; 2, W. Jenkins, Pwllyrheirn, who received 21bs. of tea given by Messrs. Evans, Bros.; riding bridle given by Mr. T. James, saddler, for best pair of harness: 1, W. Jenkins; 2, D. Richards; watch given by Mr. J. E. James, ironmonger, for the best scratch on the field: S. Thomas, Clunbach; silver medal given by Mr. T. M. Daniel, for the best "Asgell chwith in the last three classes, Evan Jones, Ffynon- fair; best plough on the field: 1 Howard Rees, Pengwern-ucha, who used* a Lion plough: guessing weight of a pig: prize di- vided between Messrs. D. Thomas, New Shop and Gordo nEvans: wheeling a barrow blindfolded, prize divided between Thos. John Jones, Penlan, and John Rees. Pen- beilybach; stepping 100 yards: D. 'Jones, Bryngwrog; wit, John Thos. Davies, Rhiw- son; best hazel walking stick, W. J. Evans, Teify-terrace; a quarter pound of tobacco offered by Mr. J. C. Jones, veterinary sur- geon to the first competitor who finished his ridge, was won by John James, Pengelli.

_Oo. Disfiguring Eczema. ON GIRL'S FACEr-SUFFERED FOR 18 MONTHS—WAS IN DESPAIR-GOrr NO RIBT DAY OR NIGHT MEDICAL TREATMENT USELESS-WILD WITH JOY OVElt CURE BY CUTICURA. I was troubled very much with eczema on my face for eighteen months. I was under doctors' care but it did not seem as though they could do me any good. I gave them up in despair. All the time I was going from bad to worse. My face was one mass of sores. I could not get any rest day or night, nor could I go out as I looked awful. One day I sent for a Cuticura Book- let. As soon as I read it I sent to the shop and got a set of the Cuticura Remedies, consisting of Cuticura Soap, Cuticura Oint-, ment and Cuticura Resolvent. The first night I felt different. I did not itch half so much from the day I resolved to go on with the Cuticura Remedies. After the first month you cannot imagine my surprise to see my face almost well. I was nearly wild with joy. I used three sets of the Cuticura Remedies and now I am quite cured. My I face is as clear as a child's. My doctor came to see me and he could not believe I was the same girl that was in such terrible despair only a few months ago. I thought to myself it was hardly worth living at all as I was such an awful object. Miss E. A Richardson 21, Canute Road Clive Vale, Sussex, Eng., March 20 and 31, 1908.

LLANAFAN. Lecture.—A lecture was given by Mr H 77m. Hering on Friday, February 26th, on The history of the Church in France." The lecture dealt principally with persecution and declination of the church, and special reference was made to "Atheism," which is so powerful in France at present. The lecture was given in classical Welsh. A vote of thanks was proposed to the lecturer and to the Rev. W. J. Williams who pre- sided. The meeting was brought to a close ty the singing of a Welsh hymn.

TAX wpfei SOAP tells a story of the Garden of the sweet scents of flowers and the soothing oils of plants, both of which are combined in every tablet — V GUARANTEED FREE FROM A. I AlIIAL FATS V, J I P9 j

Haunting Fear of Operation WOMAN'S JOYFUL RESCUE BY ZAM- BUK. Zam-Buk has saved my leg and made me one of the happiest women in the Potter- ies," said Mrs. loole, of 4 Orford street, Pcrthill, Staffs. to a Crewe Chronicle reporter. Eighteen years ago," continued she, when I had a young family, my legs be- came very painful and the veins much in- flamed. They remained in this distressing condition for some time, and ulcers formed on my right leg. One sore spread to an- other, until my leg from knee to foot was a masx of discharging ulcers. A doctor gave me ointments and lotions, and I afterwards tried all kinds of ordinary preparations; but my leg got so bad that I went into the infirmary. I was a puzzle to the cleverest doctors. After lying on my back for weeks in the infirmary undergoing special treatment I was allowed to go home. "When I got home I was put straight to bed, and after another private doctor had attended me without any good result I wa& taken back to the infirmary. I had further special treatment, and was then sent home again, but I was soon back in the Infirmary for the third time. "My legs was then as black as charcoal. I was told that mortification had set in. and that my only hope was to have the limb amputated. The haunting fears of the oper- tion reduced me to desperate straits. It occurred to me that as I had often heard of Zam-Buk I should at least give that balm a trial before consenting to the proposed operation. I got a large box and smeared Zam-Buk all over the ulcers, which practically covered my leg. That night I slept for the first time after many weary weeks. The intense irritation and smartingpam were lu lled and in a week or so had passed away alto- gether. I used Zam-Buk very freely, for the nightmare of amputation haunted me continually, and I spared no pains to save my leg. Slowly but surely Zam-Buk check- ed the disease, the mortified and discolored flesh was cleared away, and new healthy skin was made to grow. The great holes in my leg closed up and were then covered with a new skin until the limb was healthily built up again. The neighbours could hardly credit it when they saw me once more getting about. They marvel to see me doing my housework as though my legs had never ailed any- thing.

LLAMUVTHER District Council.—-A meeting of the Coun- cil was held on Friday, Mr. Evan Davies, presiding. The clerk read a letter from the County Council which stated that the appli- cation of the District Council with regard to Parkyrhos bridge had been referred to a sub-committee of the Main Roads Com- mittee.—Mr. Thos. Jones drew attention to the condition of the Bwlchclawdd road, and gave notice that he would bring the matter forward at the next meeting.—Dr. Jones enquired if the Council were the supervising authority for midwifery.-The Clerk re- plied in the affirmative.—Dr. Jones pointed out that no reports had been received from the midwife, and on his proposition it waft agreed to instruct the Clerk to communi- cate with her. Ploughing Match.—The third annual ploughing match promoted by agriculturists of the district was held on Friday on Llwynyreos farm, and as on the two pre- vious occasions it proved quite a success. Colonel H. Davies-Evans was President, and his presence during the day proved his in- terest in agriculture. The patrons were Capt. Bertie Davies-Evans, Mr. Chas. Lloyd, Waunifor; Mrs. Hughes, M.F.H., Neuadd- fawr; Mr. D. Robert-Jones, Llwyngroes; Sir Courtnay Mansel, Maesycrugiau Manor; Messrs. D. Jones, Old Bank; E. LI. Jones. Lampeter; D. H. Davies, N. P. Hank; Ben Evans, Gwastod Abbott; Dr. E. C. Thomas, Mr. D. Williams, C.C., Maes- canol, and Mr. T. Jones. Ninant Shop. The arrangements were carried out by a com- mittee of which Mr. D. Davies, Beilybedw, was chairman,. Messrs. D. Thomas, Talgrwn, and W. Thomas, Llanfechan, treasurers, and Messrs. Jenkin Jones, Esgeringlis and E. Morgan Evans, Vale of Teify Hotel, sec- retaries. The stewards were Messrs. T. Evans, Lowtre; E. R. Davies, Castell Forge; J. Davies, Aberduar; J. Griffiths, Bwlchmawr; D. Thomas, Dolwen; D. Dav- ies, LIechwedd- E. Jenkins, Ffinant; E. Evans, Ffinant-isa; J. Thomas, Abertegan, and J. Thomas, Trellwyn. The list of events and successful competitors is as fol- lows:—Champion class: 1, John Jonesr Esger, Berth, Tregaron; 2, D. Jones, Rhy- glyn, Llansawel. Second champion class: 1, Wm. Jones, Esger, Tregaron; 2, David Williams, Glynhir, Lampeter; 3, divided be- tween D. Thomas. Ffynonwen, Llandyssul, andi D. Davies, Beilybedw, Llanwenog. First class: 1, J. Herbert Thomas, Penpom- pren, Llanwnen: 2, D. Jones, Talgrwn; 3. JD. Evans, Blaencathal; 4, D. Jones, Ddol- wen, Llanwenog. Boys' class: 1. Dan Wil- liams, Esgerwen. Pencarreg. Best team of horses on field: 1, D. Davies, Beilibedw. Best decorated pair of horses: 1, D. Davies, Beilybedw. Silver cup offered by Messrs. D. Jones and Son Lion Works, Beulah, to the ploughman that would make the best work with a plough of their make, was awarded to David Davies, Beilybedw. Bank- ing and hedging: 1, Geo. Dickson, Llan- sawel; 2, J. Jones, Troedrhiw, Rhydycym- erau; 3, J. Jones, Cwmdubach. Best banking: 1, J. Jones, Cwmdubach. Tea-party and Entertainment. — Last Wednesday the annual tea-party and enter- tainment took place at Alltyblacca Uni- tarian Chapel, the treat being provided on I this occasion by Mrs. Evans, Ffinantganol, Mr. and Mrs. Davies and Mrs. Thomas, In- glis Cottage. Quite a large number of members attended, and the preparations were all that could be desired to provide en- joyment. The entertainment later in the evening took the form of a competitive meeting ,and so much interest was taken in the competitions that a crowded house was attracted. Mr. Lewis Thomas, Brynhafod, presided, and the Rev. Lewis Williams, iihydygwin, conducted the proceedings lui an able manner. The pastor, Rev. John Davies, was also in attendance and evinced much interest in both meetings. The ad- judicators were:—. (Music), Rev T. Eli Eyals, Cellan; miscellaneous, Rev. Lewis Williams; prize bags, Mrs. Thomas, Bryn- liafod. Mr. T. R. Evans, Dolau-uchaf, was treasurer, and Mr. D. Williams, Giynhir, secretary, whilst Miss Thomas], Market- place, acted as accompanist. Appended is a list of prizes awarded:—Best rendering by a party not over 20 in number Y boreu," Granellians, conducted by Mr. Daniel Jen- kins, Blaenwaunganol; quartette, Pe bawn yn loyn Lyw," Mr. Herbert Lewis, Gorsgoch and friends; duett Miss M. A. Davies, Rhoslwyn Cwmanne, and Miss Jones, Drover's-road Lampeter; soprano Dim ond deilen" Miss M. A. Davies, Rhos- lwyn; tenor, "Cartref," Mjr. J. Price Croesgwenllian; baritone, Y bachgen dewr," Mr. E. Davies, CVmanne; open solo to persons who had not won a prize before, prize divided between Rhys Williams, Llan- wnen, and E. Davies, Maeslwyd; duett for children under 16 years, Merch y melin- ydd," Bessie Evans, Lowtre, and M. Davies, Llanwnen; solo for children under 16 years, "y fwyalchen," divided between Mary Thomas, Tyrhos, and Bessie Evans, Lowtre; Ditto for children under 12, "Tn iach i ti Gymru, Llewelyn Stephens Llanllwni. Six verses (eight lines) to the Sunday School, divided between Mr. Oswald Williams, uwarnant ,Cwrtnewydd and Mr J. Brynog ltees, Rhos, Llanfair; recitation" Y ddam- wain angeuol," Rhys Williams, Llanwnen; dItto for children under 16 years, "Man gWyn fan draw," 1, Miss Price, Troedrhiw, Cwrtnewydd; 2, Miss Stephens. Llanllwni; v, ii' ^av'es' Troedrhiw, Cribyn; ditto, for children under 81 Caffiadi at Gymru," Master Morgan Moelfre; essay, Teyrnas J>duw," divided between Mr. Oswald Wil- liams, Gwarnant and Mr. D. Davies, Beily- öedw; wit, prize divided between Mr. E. Morgan Evans, Vale of Teify and Mr. Wil- liams, Blaenant, Llansawel; answers to six questions, Mr. E. Morgan Evans; pencil sketch of AJltvblacca Chapel, Wm. Price James, Pencarreg; prize bag: 1, Miss Hannah Williams, Ffinant Cottage; 2. Miss Mary Price, Glynteify; 3, Miss Bessie Evans Lowtre.

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r Aberystwyth Board of Guardians. I The fortnightly meeting of the Board of Guardians was held on Monthly at the Board Boom, Union \V0rkh0u3e, when there were present the Rev. N. Thomas, Llan- badarn ^chairman), presiding; Mr. David: James, Trefeirig (vice-chairman); Mrs. Morgan. Penllw yn; Mrs. James; Messrs. W. Thomas, Edii- In Morris, B. E. Morgan, and Rev. T. A.' Penrj, Aberystwyth; Messrs. E. J. Evans, Llangwyryfon: W. Sinnett Jones, Lianrhystyd; John Bonner, Lian-1 afan: Wm. Mason, Llancynfelin; Rev. J. M. Lewis, Llanddeinol; John Davies, Llan- fihangel Lower David Jones. Llanychaiarn John Roberts. Uchayndre; John Richards, Trefeirig; Thos. Jones, Cynnullmawr: David Jones. Llanfihangel Lower; Rev John, Davies and Mr. E. J. Williams Ceulanymaes- mawr; Wm. Jones, Cyfoethybrenin; W. T. LewiR. Borth T. Oliver Jones,- Llanfihangel Upper: and J. Pugh Lewis, Parcel Canol; with Hugh Hughes (clerk), E. Llewellin (assistant clerk), and Wm. Jones (master). Out-Relief. The amount of out-relief afiministeired during the past fortnight was as follows Per Mr. J. J. Hughes, k:47 3s. to 131 paupers; per Mr. T. Morgan, £51 lis. to 137 paupers; per Mr. T. Yaughan, £67 5s. 6d. to 225 paupers. Death at the Asylum. The Clerk reported that a notification had been received of the death at Carmarthen Asylum on February 17th, of Winifred Jen- kins. Bow Street, who was admitted to that institution on January 12th. Valuation Expenses. The Assessment Committee recommended payment to Mr. Robert Gardner, of six guineas and to Mr. Stephen Owen of one guinea, expen.,As in connection with the valuation of property at Bow Street in con- necticn with the appeal of Mr. Richard Thos. against the assessment of his house, —The recommendations were adopted. THE MEDICAL DISPUTE. The Clerk said he had received a letter from Dr. Bonsall, medical officer of the Workhouse, in reply to the letter which he had written to him on instructions received from the House Committee on the pievious Friday.. Mr. W. Thomas* proposed that the letter be referred to the House Committee. Dr. Bonsall, who was present, said it was his desire that the letter be read. There were some points in the letter which the Board ought to know about. He was Hot allowed to address the Board except through letter, and he thought his letter ought to be read. Mr. W. Thomas said if it was to be read the report of the House Committee should be read first. Mr. Edwin Morris asked if the letter was in reference to the inmates kept in the re- ceiving ward. The Clerk: Yes. Mr. Morris: Well. that ought to go back to the House Committee. Mr. WT. Thomas: I move that the letter be referred to the House Committee. Mr. Morris seconded and this was carried. DOCTOR S GRATUITY. The Chairman then read the report of the House and Finance Committee, which recommended that subject to the aproval or the Local Government Board a gratuity of eight guineas be awarded to Dr. Bonsall to en- able him to pay for services rendered in connection with the cases of Richard Wal- ters, Daniel Evans, Mary Ann Williams, and Maria Wilson. namely, five guineas in the case of Richard Walters, and one guinea in each of the other cases. It was stated that Dr. Bonsall had sent in a claim of fifteen guineas in respect of these cpxes. Mr. B. E. Morgan, as chairman of the House Committee, moved the adoption of the recommendation. < Mr. Wm. Thomas in seconding, said the committee were not unanimous as to the payment of five guineas in the case of Rich- ard Walters. Several thought the amount was too large, but the committee as a whole thought it W4S the honourable and proper amount to p*y. There was also objection -and he saw reason in it—to the payment of one guinea in each of the other cases for administering anaesthetics. It was clear that other Unions paid less for such ser- vices, but as this Union had allowed one guinea in previous cases he thought they should allow it in these cases. They had asked the Clerk to write to other Unions to know what was paid in cases where the medical officer called in assistance to ad- minister anaesthetics Mr. E J. Evans said he attended the meeting of the House Committee on Friday because as representing a poor part of the Union he' was interested in the matter. Although they were poor their feelings were not less tender than those of rich people who could afford to pay for luxuries, and he was sure their solicitude for the paupers was quite as great. This matter was not a new one, and he came there to say that he did Hot want to do an injustice to those in the House, or to the doctor, but he felt that they, as guardians and ratepayers were re- ceiving an injustice from some of their officers. He considered that five guineas was too much to pay in the case of Walters. Dr. Bonsall. in his clinical statement on the case. macl it clear that the complaint from which the man suffered three years ago was completely cured, and that the abscess in the bark was quite a new thing. They, most of them. knew what it was to have a common abscess, and there was no need for the assistance of more than one other medical man in the case. Dr. Bonsall could have performed the operation with the as- sistance of one other medical man to ad- minister the anaesthetic, and the Guardians would have been willing to pay for such assistance respectably. There was also no reason why Dr. Bonsai; ernlri not himself j ■ have been present at the time of the opera- tion. As they knew, abscesses took some time to gather .and a day one way or the other was very little. They had been look- ing into the books and found there were no other cases—such as confinement cases- in the House which were likely to have re- quired the doctor's services at a moment's notice. He could have visited this patient in the morning and performed the operation in the afternoon. He (Mr. Evans) con- scientiously considered they were treating their medical officer properly by allowing him the assistance of one other medical man. to whom they were prepared to pay a proper fee. He proposed as an amendment that they pay Dr. Bonsall in respect of Walters' case three guineas instead of five guineas. He considered it was ample payment for the services rendered, and he believed any doctor in town would be glad to receive such a fee. As to the case of Maria Wilson, Dr. Bonsall had offered some cases to the Infirmary, but the committee was not satisfied that he had offered this one. The accident happened be- tween 5 and 12 p.m. There was a night staff at the Infirmary, and it was Dr. Bon- sall's duty to have offered this case to that institution, and not merely offer the worst cases. It appeared he was not acting fairly toward the Infirmary staff, because he kept the easy cases, but offered the worst cases, the cases which gave most trouble, to the Infirmary. He did not think that was fair, and Dr. Bonsall did not act fairly towards the staff of the Infirmary. He was not pre- pared to vote the payment of a fee of one guinea in the three cases mentioned, as he believed most Unions paid only half-a- guinea for assistance rendered in adminis- tering anaesthetics. He did not see why they, a small Union should pay the full charge, and he saw no reason for giving anaesthetics in cases of dislocation of the shoulder. More were put right without anaesthetics than with. He believed no one would object to paying a reasonable fee, but everyone knew that half-a-guinea was quite enough for putting a shoulder back and giving a little chloroform. He, there- fore, proposed that the five guineas be re- duced to three, and that in each of the other cases half-a-guinea instead of one guinea be paid. The Rev. T. A. Penry said he had not in- tended speaking, but what Mr. Evans had said compelled him to say, at any rate, that he did not agree with him. He thought in one respect Mr. Evans had answered him- self. and that everyone would see the animus with which he was actuated in this matter in imputing the worst kind of motives to the medical men. They were professional men, and ought to command their confidence, and they did as far as the treatment of the poor was concerned. He said nothing as to the charges. He agreed that the amount charged, probably, was quite as much above as the sum offered was below the mark, but they should remember that they would want the services of these gentlemen again. They were not going to depend upon the anticipation of the Com- missioners that Boards of Guardians were to be swept away to-morrow. They knew very well there was no ready access to the Infirmary for some reason or other, so they would have to fall back on these men and they ought to treat them fairly, and not impute to them the very worst of motives as was done by Mr. Evans. Mr. Evans: I did not impute any motives to any doctor outside our officials. Mr: Penry went on to say that as to the administration of chloroform his experi- ence had not been very extensive, but in every such case he had had to pay a guinea, and in a public institution of this kind it was only fair that they should com- ply with the ordinary rules. The Chairman asked if there was a sec- onder to Mr. Evans' amendment. Mr. Wm. Thomas: Mr. Evans will with- draw it. We pressed upon him at the com- mittee not to move an amendment. Mr. E. J. Evans said he had had his say, and would withdraw the amendment. Mr. B. E. Morgan thought in fairness to Dr. Bonsall he should be allowed to make a statement. The Chairman said they had passed at a previous meeting that he should not. He would have an opportunity of making a re- ply in writing. Mr. Morgan said what had been said there that day would be reported in the appers, and the public would think it very unfair that the doctor, who was present was not allowed to speak. The Chairman: I am not responsible for

CARDIGAN Caemaria.—The Rt. Rev. Lord Abbot of Buckfast Abbey, was the special preacher at Caemaria monostery last Sunday. The National Anthem.—A new version of the Welsh National Anthem to be sung in London for the first time on March 3rd has been published by Mr. C. Morgan-Richard- son, of Morgenau, Rhos Hill, Pembroke- shire. Mr. Richardson was induced to attempt the translation by reading a news- paper paragraph, in which the writer com- plained that no satisfactory version existed in English of our national song. The occa- sion on which the new version will be pub- licly produced for the first time will be the 194th anniversary of the Honourable and Loyal Society of Ancient Britons the solo to be rendered by Mr. B. T. Jones. Kil- gerran, and the chorus by pupils of the Welsh School, Ashford. Education in Pembrokeshire.—At a meet- ing of the Pembrokeshire Education Com- mittee held on Friday, Mr. W. T. Davies moved that the resolution passed at the in- stance of Mr. B. Rees, St. Dogmells that the county be divided into districts for edu- cation purposes be rescinded. He held that the present system was the most economical. Mr. G. P. Brawer replied in detail to Mr. Rees' statement, and denied that the ad- ministration of the Education Acts in Pem- brokeshire had been extravagant. Mr. W. Palmer maintained that if the county was divided into districts the expense would be greater because of the duplication of cor- respondence. The resolution was rescinded by a large majority. Competitive Meeting.—A successful com- petitive meeting was held at Capel Mair on Wednesday evening under the chairmanship of Mr. John Thomas, Napier-street, and the conductorship of Capt. Timothy, Penmorfa. Prizes were awarded in the various com- petitions as follows:—Solo for children under 15, Paid a gwrthod," divided between Gwyneth Thomas and Evan James; recita- tion for children Hosana idido mwy," Irene Morris; duett, "Can y plant," Rosa Jones and Annie Davies; Scriptural k?now-« ledge, Albert Evans; open solo, divided be- tween Miss Lizzie Lewis and Miss Edith Morris; essay" Anhebgorion Ysgol Sul lwyddianus," 1, Willie George; 2 D. J. Jones; quartette, "Salem lan," Mr. D. Charles and friends; verses on" Suffrag- ettes," Monfab," whose name did not transpire; repeating a story: 1, Benjamin Griffiths; 2, Illtyd Jones; translation from Welsh to English, D. J. Jones; recitation, "Ar lan Iorddonen ddofn," Ben Griffiths; general knowledge, Illtyd Jones. The ad- judicators were:—Music, Mr. W. Phillips, Greenfield-row,; recitations, MJessrs. T. Evans and A. M. Webb; compositions, Messrs. S. Owen and D. Morris. BOARD OF GUARDIANS. Mr. B. Rees, presided over the fortnightly I meeting of the Board held on Thursday. There were also present Messrs. D. J. Edwards, Dewi Harries, John Rowe, Capt. Thos. James, G. L. Evans, T. Davies, D. Jones (Llechryd), T. Oolby H. O. Davies, E. P. Jenkins, D. Griffiths, J. Adams, Captain Jones (Verwig). T. Evans (Cardigan), W. Mathias, T. Lewis (Newport), D. T. Volk, D. Davies (Blaenpistyll), Revs. John Wil- liams, E. D. Evans and J. L. Morris. The Master reported that there were 52 inmates in the house, compared with 46 same period last year whilst 7 more vagrants were re- lieved during the fortnight as compared with the corresponding period of last year. The Rev. J. D. Hughes, Blaenywaun held a service at the house. He also desired to thank Mrs. Moelwyn Hughes, Priory-street, for entertaining the children to tea, and presenting them with toys and books. The tender of the Cawdor Colliery, Swansea, for supplying culm at St. Dogmells, was ac- cepted at 9s. 6d. per ton. The Clerk in reply to Mr. Dewi Harries, stated that there was only one guardian, as far as he knew, at present who had been disqualified by non-attendance, viz., Mr. D. S. Jones. Oilfowyr. That was a matter for the St. Dogmells District Council to attend to.— The Clerk submitted the vaccination returns for 1907 which were thus:—Mr. G. G. Davies' district: Births 201, successfully vaccinated 169 postponed and conscientious objection 3, died unvaccinated 17. Mr. Griffiths' district: Births 77, successfully vaccinated 70, died unvaccinated 6, and 1 femoved. For the half-year ending June 1908, Mr. Davies' district: Births 104, successfully vaccinated 79, postponed 6, dead 11, removed 2. Mr. Griffiths' district Births 38, successfully vaccinated 36, dead 2. It was announced by the clerk that a framed photo of the late Mr. W. 0. Brig- stocke had been received from Mr. A. Brig- stocke, Blaenpant. The Local Government Board wrote stating that an applicant for Old Age Pension had been granted 5s. by the Cardigan Committee and that the Pen- sion Officer had appealed to them. They desired to be furnished with full particu- lars as to how, when, and amount of relief

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granted the applicant. It was mentioned that the applicant referred to had only been in receipt of one day's relief, and the Clerk was directed to supply the particulars asked for. The medical officer, Dr. Stephens, at- tended, and submitted plans of the Work- house drainage. The doctor stated that he had experienced great difficulty in connec- tion with the matter as there were no plans in existence. There was no connection with the stream of water, and drains until they met together outside the house. After dis- cussion. the matter was deferred, the Clerk being instructed to ask Mr. Thos Bowen, borough surveyor to prepare a report on the plans which had been prepared by him. The Clerk submitted his estimate of expenses for the next half-year, amounting to £ 1,218. He had assumed that the county rates would be the same as last half-year. If they were more, then his estimate would be correspondingly increased. The total call for the last half-year was £ 3,500, and for the coming half-year £2,797, a decrease of about £ 700. A report signed by Mrs. W. R. Thomas, and Miss Phillips, as members of the ladies' committee stated that they found everything at the House in good order. They were very pleased that the rule de- priving the old women of their tea had been done away with. On the motion of the Rev. John Williams, seconded by Capt. Jones, it was agreed to pay R2 to a casual pauper for painting the house.

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on it for a few days.—Mr. Thomas Evans I (surveyor) promised to see to the matter.— The tender of Messrs. Thomas and Lewis at £ 6 5s. was accepted for the construction of a footbridge at Felingeri.

-= ALLTYMYNYDD SANATORIUM. PERIOD OF TREATMENT AT THE INSTITUTION. The first meeting of the new executive of the West Wales Sanatorium was held at Carmarthen Guildhall on Wednesday last. Colonel H. Davies-Evans, lord-lieutenant of Cardiganshire, presiding. It was decided to purchase a pony and trap for the sana- torium. A house committee, 22 in number, was appoilllted--ten for Carmarthenshire, five for Pembrokeshire, and five for Cardi- ganshire, with power to add to their num- ber. A building and sites committee, five in number, was also (appointed. and Mr. Ernest Trubshaw, Llanelly, was elected chairman of the executive. The committee jagreed to pay Mr. Rees Davies, the builder, a cheque for £ 200 on account of his bal- ance of nearly JE400. • The alterations in the rules which were incorporated for circulation went to show I that donations of £30, instead of £20, should constitute life governors; that executors of testators who shall bequeath by will £ 30 and upwards shall be life governors without the power of recommendation; that fTie execu- tive should meet on the second Wednesday in January, April July, and October; that the house committee, consisting of not less than twenty members, shall meet once a month, that a rota of visitors shall period- ically inspect the sanatorium and report to the house committee; and that no patients shall be admitted with a view of remaining at the sanatorium for less than three months, instead of a month, as formerly.

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LLANGLITIIO. LLANGEITHO HORSE SHOW. The ninth annual show was held on Glyn Meadow, kindly placed at the services of the Committee by Mr. Thos. Davies, 011 Thurs- day. The weather was bitterly cold, and everybody had to keep on the move in order to try and keep warm. This year's president was Mr. J. Roger Lewis. Hafod. The other officials were:—Chairman of committee, Mr. D. Lewis, Cilpill; treasurer, Mr. D. Morgan, Cefnfaes; secretaries, Messrs. J. W. Davies, Bryncethyn and J. T. Davies, London House; veterinary surgeon, Mr R. D. Williams, M.R.C.V.S., Aberystwyth. The judges were:—Hackneys, Mr. W. Jones, Tygwyn, Cardigan; carters, Messrs. J. R. James, Peithyll and J. Rees, Btolgwrnisa; sheep dogs, *Mr. Daniel Jones, Dyffryn House, Lampeter; setters, Messrs. J. Evans, Nantygelly House, Lampeter, and D. D. Evans, Llaniofawr. Compared with other local shows already held this year the show was up to the average standard, though the exhibits did not equal those at Cilcennin on the previous Thursday; but taken on the whole the classes were well represented. Heavy horses were few in number and being previous winners they apparently disen- couraged the small tenant farmer to bring his exhibit. The open classes especially possessed two good exhibits, those of Mr. Edward Jones, Pontfaen, and Mr. J. W. Davies, Llwynrhys both of which seemed to give the judges some trouble as to super- iority, and it was rather interesting to note that the decision of the two judges coin- cided with that of Mr. Oliver, Carnarvon, at Cilcennin. Mr. D. D. Evans also exhibited a five year old which proved an easy winner in its class. In the collier class Mr. J. Edwards, Cefngwyn, had a very nice speci- men, and it proved an outside winner, be- ing not only of a fine type, but also well groomed for exhibition, a fact which pro- bably added a few points to its credit. The hackneys attracted considerable interest, and each class was well represented with fine exhibits, the prize-winners being a feature. The pony classes brought in 17 and 9 entries respectively, and in this section Mr. D. Evans, Blaencillech, and Mr. lA Morgan. Parkrhydderch showed nice ex- hibits which gave the judge little trouble to select. The dogs were not numerous, and, therefore, did not command much attention. The racing was a little exciting and proved an interesting acquisition to the show. The list of prizes awarded is thus:- Horses. Best Carter (coit or filly), foaled in 1908: 1, Hughes, Gilfachafail, Llanrhystyd; 2, T. Jones Cwmmelyn; r Mrs Davies. Llanfael- og. Ditto, in 1907: 1 J Lloyd Jones, Glanrhoc- ca; 2 J Jones, Tynlloft; r D. Davies, Pant, Llanddewi Brefi. Carter (gelding or mare) foaled in 1906': 1, D. D. Evans, J.P., Llaniofawr; 2, J Mor- ris Jones, Tregynanuchaf, Llanrhystyd; r, J. Jenkins Black Lion, Llanrhystyd. Ditto rising 4 years old: 1 Jones Tregyn- onuchaf; 2 J. Jenkins Black Lion; r, D. Jones, Ffrwdfawr. Open Class. Best Carter (gelding or mare) 11 any age: 1 Edward Jones, Pontfaen, Cilie Aeron; 2, J. W. Davies Llwynrhys; r R. S. Rowland, The Garth; he., J. Lloyd Jones Glanrhocca. Best Collier (gelding or mare) over 3 years old, not exceeding 14.3 h.h.—1, J. Edwards, Cefngwyn Hall; 2 and 3. divided between D. L. Jones Esgerhendy, and J. Edwards, Cefngwyn Hall. Ditto, foaled in 1906. not exceeding 14.1 h.h.-l, J. W. Davies, Bryncethyn; 2. Dl. Davies, Frithwen. Best cold or filly, adapted for riding or driving, foaled in 1908 :-Messrs. D. and D. Jones, Esgerfynwent; 2. D. Lewis, Cilpill. Ditto, foaled in 1907.—1 R. Jones, Blaen- berllan; 2 J. Lloyd Jones, Glanrhocca; he., J. Edwards Cefngwyn Hall. Best gelding or mare, adapted for riding or driving, foaled in 1906.-1, E- Evans, Pertliyreglwys Mydroylin; 2, D. Morgan, Parkyrhydderch; r T. Davies Rhiwonen; lie D. Morgans, Gwarallt, Talsarn. Pony not exceeding 13.2 h.h.—1 D. Evans Blaeneillleeh, Newcastle Emlyn. 2, J. Lewis' Llamo-isaf; r D. D. Evans J.P. Llaniofawr; he, S. Davies, Coedpark. Cob (gelding or mare), not exceeding 14.2 h.h.-l L'. Morgan, Parkrhydderch; 2, D. Morgan, Cefnfaes; r D. Morgan Parkrhyd- derch he, J. Jones, Tirbach, Cilcennin. Open class. Best cob (gelding or mare), exceeding 14.2 h.h.—1 D. Etvans Blaencillech; 2, J. Davies, Cefncoed; r S. Davies Coed- park; he, D. Lewis Cilpill. Gelding or mare shown under saddle.—1 T. Jones, Old Abbey; 2,, J. Davies Cefn- coed T D. Morgan, Parkrhydderch; he Jenkins, Blaenwaunganol. Type of a hackney brood mare.-1 D. L. Jones, Esgerhendy "Clara Botherem, 2 S. Davies, Coedpark; r T. Jones. Old Abbey; he, R. Jones, Blaenberllan. Pony mare or gelding not exceeding 12.2 h.h. shown in hand.—1 D. L. Jones Esger- hendy, Tom Tit"; 2 Mrs. Jones, Cefn- gaer; r, D. Morgan, Parkrhydderch; he, D. P. Jones Rhydygof. Open special class. Best old-fashioned Welsh cob mare, any age, under 15 h.h.-— 1 Dd. Evans, Perthyreglwys; 2 J. W Dav- ies, Bryncethyn; r J. Davies, Rhiwonen. Pony not exceeding 13.2 h.h. shown in harness or under saddle.—1 D. Evans, Blaencillech; 2 J. Lewis, Llanio-isaf; r, D. A. Evans, Llanio-fawr. Gelding or mare exceeding 13.2 h.h., shown in harness.—1 D. Evans, Blaencil- llech; 2 D. Morgan, Parkydderch; r J. Dav- ies, Cefncoed; he, E. Evans Berthlwyd, Cross Inn. Flat. Race (open handicap) to be ridden by boys under 16 years.—1. D. Hughes, Maes- tir, Lampeter "Dyffryn Gem"; 2, Edward Jpnes Pontfaen, Anatoipo"; 3. D. L. Jones, Esgerhendy, Poll." Trotting match for colts or fillies rising 3 years old and ponies not exceeding 13.2 h.h. ;—1 J. Marsden, Rhydybennau, Cribyn 2, D. Evans, Maesymynach Cribyn; 3 SI. Davies Brenig View, Llanddewi-brefi. Open trotting match.—1 E. R. Lloyd, Penblodeuyn; 2, J. Griffiths, Pentrebwlen j 3, D. Jones, Tygwyn Pontrhydfendigaid. Best setter dog or bitch.—1 and 2, divided between T. Thomas, Uoro' Stores Lam- peter, and J. Evans (junr.). Llanio Smithy. Spaniel dog or bitch.—1 T. Thomas Boro' Stores, Lampeter; 2, E. Morgan, Cottage; r R.. S. Rowland The Garth. Collie dog or bitch.—1 R. Lewis, Pen- enwc, Cellan; 2. E. Evans. Llwyrlfeilig, Llangybi; r J. Morris Garnfach, Llanrhy- styd. Sheep dog or bitch (no collie to compete). -1 D. 1. Rees auctioneer. Lampeter; 2, W. Griffiths, Blaencwm, Llanfair; r D. Morgan, Parkyrhydderch; he. J. Jones, Esgerfyn- went. .=1

the resolution passed, but it was passed. I Mr. Morgan said it seemed to him to be unjust not to allow the doctor to put the matter in his light. He could not take in exactly all Mr. Evans said, but as far as he understood, in the case of Maria Wilsort he seemed to have charged the doctor with a very underhanded action. Mr. Evans: Xo, I only said the case ought to have been sent to the Infirmary. Mr. Morgan again pressed the Board to allow Dr. Bonsal1 to speak. Mr. Wm. The mas said he did not approve of everything Mr. Evans had said, but they passed a resolution a month or six weeks ago that everything was to be done by correspondence, and they were dealing now with the Local Government Board and not directly with Dr. Bonsall. Mr. Morgan: My opinion is that he should be ni ov.ed to make a statement for him- self. so that he can have a chance to jus- tify himself. The Chairman then read the resolution which had been passed by the Board, which was as follows:—"Resolved that hence- forth all communications from Dr. Bonsall be in writing." Mr. Morgan asked the Clerk what was his view of that resolution. The Clerk said he was not responsible for the wording. It was a recommendation by the House Committee. Mr. E. J. Evans: We passed that resolu- tion in order to get all that Dr. Bonsall wishes to say in writing. So if he wants to make any remarks on what has been said he can do so in writing. Mr. D&vjid Jones, Llanychaiarif. said there was a feeling among the members that Dr. Bonsall was acting unfairly towards the Board, and that he was not doing what he ought to save the ratepayers' money. He did not think Dr. Bonsall would be any better off if he was allowed to speak now. The House Committee's recommendation was then put. and unanimously carried. Mr. Wm. Thomas further proposed that they also communicate to the Local Gov- ernment Board the dates of the births at the Workhouse which preceded and follow- ed the case of Walters. This was agreed to, together with another recommendation by the House Committee that the Clerk write to other Unions en- quiring what amount they allowed their Medical Officers for assistance rendered them by ^pieidical men in administering anaesthetics. ANOTHER COMPLAINT. Mr. E. J. Evans said he agreed with Mr David Jones that there was a strong feeling in the direction he had indicated, and there was another thing which went to prove it. In January they as a Board passed that they ask the medical officers of the several districts to make a return on the imbeciles and lunatics under their supervision,, (in respect of whom they were paid a quarterly fee. It appeared that all the doctors had sent in the return except Dr. Bonsall. Mr. Evans quoted the section of the Act deal- ing with the matter, which stated that the medical officer will decide generally whether any particular pauper is or is not a lunatic, but the guardians may call upon him for a statement on the grounds for treating the pauper as a lunatic." The Chairman asked if the resolution was passed by the Board. Mr. Evans replied that it was, and said he begged to move that they ask the Clerk to write to Dr. Bonsall asking him for his reasons for disobeying the Board. Mr. Thomas James seconded, and the proposition was unanimously carried