The Montgomeryshire Express and Radnor Times

NEWTOWN. HARRY JONES, 5, Kerry-road, Wholesale and Retail Confectioner, Tobacconist, and Fruiterer. COAL AND LIME.—If you want good quality Coal at reasonable prices, either in truck or cart loads, or in cwt. sacks, try JOHN SMOUT, No. 13, Canal Wharf, Newtown. fAdvt. MR. T. MALDWTN PRICE, R.A.M., visits Newtown on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Lessons given in Singing, Pianoforte, Violin, and 'Cello. He may be seen at Mr Evan Bebb's, Broad- street, or Salop-road, Welsbpool. PARENTS PLEASE NOTE.-A pure sweet gives not only pleasure, but also nourishment to grow- ing children. All the ingredients used in making Ann Taylor's Everton Toffee are pure and whole- some. It is as nourishing as it is delicious. IF YOU have a bad cough and a good shilling you can part company with both by purchasing a bottle of Owen's Cough Elixir, a never failing remedy. Prepared and sold only by F. J. Nash, M.P.S., Chemist, Broad-street, Newtown.—Advt. F. J. NASH, M.P.S., Chemist, Optician, 48 Broad-street, Newtown, attends from 8-30 a.m. until 7 p.m. daily at the above address, and will test your sight free of oharge. Eyeglasses and spectacles of every description kept in stock. Oculist prescriptions a speciality.—Advt. HOUSE FURNISHINGS.- Whn you are about to furnish, call at E. H. MORGAN'S Jfurnitnre Ware- house, Long Bridge. The largest premises and largest stock in the county. Well-made, and guaranteed goods, all goods at lowest prices, and carriage paid. See the now sanitary mattress. Agent for Goss & Doulton china. [ADVT. HATS FOR HOLIDAY WEAR.—A Splendid Selection of Straw and Linen Hats in the Newest Shapes. Children's Washing Hats and Overalls at very Moderate Prices.—Misses GOODWIN, 7, Market- street.—Advt. BRIGHT SUNNY WEATHER.—This is what we are looking forward to. When it comes, we shall need lighter clothing. It is well to know that at London House, there is a large stock of Men's and Boy's Straw and Linen Hats, Alpaca Jackets, Washing Blouses, and Cool Underwear suitable for kot weather. THE members of the Crescent Sunday School enjoyed their annual treat on Thursday, when they visited Castleydail and had tea and games. The younger scholars were conveyed in a waggon. SUNDAY SCHOOL TREATS.—Quite a deserted appearance was given to Newtown on Thursday, the occasion being the annual Sunday School treat in connection with the Baptist Sunday School, whose members and friends journeyed to Llandinam by special train. During the earlier part of the afternoon the weather threatened rain but fortunately it cleared up and the scholars and their teachers had a most enjoyable time. Over 600 sat down to tea in Llandinam Village Hall, after which they proceeded to the Recreation ground, where various kinds of games were played. Shortly after 7-30 p.m. the happy crowd was called together, when on the proposition of the Rev T. E. Williams, seconded by Mr Pairy Jones, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mrs Da vies, Mr David Davies, M.P., and all friends at Llandinam for their kindness to the school on the occasion of the annual treat. From an article on Wales v. Welshmen by a Welsh M.P. in "Reynold's NewspaperIt is worthy of note that the new department which the India Office has recently established for the care and welfare of the Indian students in London. will probably be entrusted to the charge of a young Welshman who has recently returned from Calcutta and who resides in the Montgomery Borough. His friends are urging his claims with great vigour, and there is no doubt that the appointment would be an excellent one in every respect." We understand the young Welshman referred to is Mr A. E. Goodwin (son of Mr Richard Goodwin, New-road) who for several years has held a prominent place in social work in Cal- cutta. Enquiry as to the reliability of the state- ment, however, shows that Mr A. E. Goodwin is quite unaware of any such suggestion. ON THE SPRFE.-Before Mr W. P. Phillips, on Wednesday, William Hill,a horse breaker and a native of Montgomery, was charged by P.C. Arthur Burton with having been drunk the previous day. The constable said while on duty in Broad-street he was informed that defendant was very drunk on Kerry-road. Witness pro- ceeded there and found Hill leaning against a railing helplessly intoxicated. Witness took him to the Railway Inn and washed his head which was bleeding and thereafter took him to the police station. Inspector Tanner said that defendant had an epileptic fit that morning in the cell and a doctor had to be sent for. A fine of 5s. and 5s. 6d. costs was imposed.—Annie Edwards, travelling hawker, was also charged with drunkenness by P.C. Hammonds who stated about 6-30 the previous evening he found defendant with two other women I in Long Bridge-street. They were holding de- fendant up. She was staggering drunk. Witness took her to the police station and locked up. Defendant said she met two of her friend and they treated her to a drink. She only had a drop. She was also fined 5a. and 5s. 6d. costs. ODDFELLOWSHIP.—On hearing that Bro. Sergt. Morgans was about leaving Newtown for Welsh- pool, it was decided by the Cambrian Lodge' of Oddfellows to make him some presentation as a slight acknowledgement of the very valuable services which he has rendered to Oddfellowship in Newtown and its neighbourhood for a great number of years. At a meeting held on Friday last at the lodge room at the Unicorn Hotel, a handsome Gold Part Provincial Grand Masters' Jewel was handed to Mr Morgans on behalf of the lodge by Bro. W. H. Lambert, P.G., who in a capital speech alluded to the very eminent ser- vices rendered by Bro. Morgans to the adult lodge, the juvenile branch, and the Newtown Friendly Societies Medical Association. He was also the founder of the 'Bechan Lodge,' Bettws, one of the most flourishing of the younger in the district, and he had rendered good service to the Montgomery district generally. For several years past Bro. Morgans had introduced considerably more new members into the Society than anyone else. Speeches in support of Bro Lambert's remarks were made by P.D.G.M.'s G. H. Ellison and Fred W. Cooke, also by Past Grands E. E. Oliver, A. G. Goodwin, A. R. Breese, John Parry, J. Howard Jones, and William Lewis. Bro T. Morgans feelingly responded, and said how much he regretted the severance that had taken place, but that he hoped in the future to be able occasionally to visit Newtown and his mother Lodge. A hearty vote of thanks to Bro Lambert for the excellent manner in which he had con- ducted the proceedings brought the meeting to a close.

GARTHMYL. SUDDEN DEATH.—Dr R. D. Thomas, district coroner, on Thursday last, at Vron, held an inquiry concerning the death of Sarah Richards, of Vron Cottage. Mr John Pugh, Edderton Farm, was chosen foreman of the jury. The first witness called was Elizabeth Emily Corbett, a distant relation of deceased, livipg at 46, Salop-road, Oswestry. After giving evidence of identification, witness stated that deceased was about 76 years of age. She last saw her alive on July 9th, when she was staying with witness at Oswesty. About ten weeks ago, during her stay with witness, she had a bad attack of what witness thought was indigestion, and complained of pains in the chest. Witness urged her to see a doctor at Oswestry, but she said she would see one when she got home. -John Jones, farm labourer, Vron Cottage, said deceased had occupied part of his house for over six years, and he considered her a fairly strong healthy woman, who never complained to him of any illness. He did not notice anything wrong with her untill Wednesday when at about two- o'clock in the afternoon she came from the parlour into the kitchen saying Are you there Mrs Jones. I am very ill shall I rest on the sofa ?" He saw her lying on the sofa and then went out. He returned in about half-an-hour and asked his wife how she was. She said deceased was about the same, and he then told her to ask deceased whether she would see a doctor Deceased said sne would not. He again went in at 5-30 p m. and urged her to see a doctor, and at last, about 6-10 p.m. she consented to see one. He asked the post- man to send a doctor. About eight o'clock he went in again, and his wife told him that Miss Richards was dying. She shortly afterwards died.—Edward Bowen, miller, Fronfelin cottage, Kilkewyde, said that on Wednesday evening the previous witness came to him and said that Miss Richards was dead. He went on his bicycle to Welsh pool and reported the matter to the doctor, and also gave informa- tion to the police. He had known the deceased for about twenty years, and the previous evening about 6-20 he was reading a letter to her from her niece, which she appreciated. He con- sidered her to be a fairly strong woman, in fact, last Monday she walked to Welshpool and back.— The jury returned a verdict to the effect that death was due to natural causes, the exact nature of which they were unable to state.

WELSHPOOL. GRAND DISPLAY of new goods on show at BowEN'S, the well-known cash drapers, Berriew- street. DAVID JONES and SOY. High-street, Welshpool, are noted for pure. Indian and Ceylon Teas and delicious Home Cured Hams and Bacons.—[Advt. MOWING MACHINES, Tedders, Rakes, Scythes, Hay Forks, Sections Files. Scythe Stones, Ropes, j Machine Oil, etc.. sold by W. ThoMAS, ironmonger, Welshpool.-[Advt. THE DAIRY.—Our "Princess" Separator has been awarded over 100 medals. The most reliable; easiest to work; British made.—Call and inspect at HUMPHREY JONES & SON, Hall- street. [Advt. AN AMATEUR DEALER.—Amongst the people who help to get money for the Church of England Waifs and Strays Society, is Mrs Forrester Addie, Powis Castle Park, who succeeds in disposing of rock plants. WISDOM WHILST You WAIT. When I was a boy, I am afraid I did not take life seriously. So much the worse for me. Every year it becomes more necessary to take life seriously." The EARL OF POWIS speaking at Newport, Salop, lsso Friday week. CONGREGATIONAL.—-Mr James Abel, B.A., Brecon College, who made an excellent impression whilst preaching in New-street Chapel some time ago, has been invited to the pastorate of the Congrega- tional Church at St David's, the cathredral city of West Wales diocese. I WELSHPOOL S MAYOR AT THE WELSH PAGEANT. —Dr. R. D. Thomas was one of the Welsh Mayors who visited Cardiff on Saturday in his official capacity as a guest of the Lord Mayor to meet the Lord Mayor, Lady Mayoress, and Sheriffs of London. The guests had lunch in the City Hall, and then went to view the Pageant. Boy SCOUTS AT BOW-STItIDIET.-The Welshpool Boy Scouts are now camping for a fortnight at Bow-street, near Aberystwyth. A fatigue party left on Friday morning to pitch the tents and make other preparations the main body followed on Saturday. The company numbers about two dozen, and are under the charge of Mr Whitehouse, a county school master. PROGRESSIVE THEOLOG\ !—The Book of Common Prayers declared to the authority of Parliament that Upon these feast-days St James shall be sang or said at Morning Prayer, instead of the Apostles' Creen, this Confession of our Christian Faith, commonly called the Creed of Saint Athanasius, by the minister and people standing." But the Athanasian Creed was con- spicious yesterday morning by its absence frcm the services at both the Anglican Churches in Welshpool. A UNIQUE accident happened in Berriew-road, last Monday morning, and near the function ot the highway with Oldford-iane, a mounted Liver- pool Engineer met a horse and trap, which con- tained Mr and Mrs Edwards, New House, Dysserth. The military horse became restive, and after capering about stumbled and fell under the wheels of the market trap. Mr Edwards failed to pull up in time, the trap went over the fallen horse, and was thrown over. The driver and Mrs Edwards were thrown out, and their butter and eggs scattered about the road. Luckily, no serious result followed. Mr and Mrs Edwards and the "Terrier" escaped with a slight shock and a little bruising, while the horses were also practically uninjured. Not so the eggs. THE LATE MRS HENRY HICKMAN.—The widow of Mr Henry Actseon Hickman, Llyndu Cottage, Powis Castle Park, died last Monday at Darton House, Havelock-road, Shrewsbury. Mrs Eliza Hickman was the daughter of the late M r Richard Morris, Gaer Farm, Montgomery, and a sister to the late Mr George Morris of the Boar's Head, who was a member of the Welshpool Town Coun- cil in the 70's. The deceased lady's husband, a brother to the late Mr John Hickman, auctioneer, followed his father as park keeper to the late Earl of Powis. There are no children. The funeral took place on Thursday afternoon. The body was brought by the Salop train to Pool, where it was met by some townspaople. Then the funeral pro- ceeded by road to Forden Parish Church, where the Vicar (the Rev. J. E. Vyze) conducted the last rites. DEPARTURE OF THE LIVERPOOL TERRITORIALS. —Yesterday (Sunday) saw the departure of the Liverpool Terriers" from Oldford Camp, where they have bean encamped for the last fortnight. The detachment, headed by their band and drum major, with his staff of (iflim left the camp punc- tually at 12-45 noon, and were played to the station by the band of the Montgomeryshire Yeomanry, under Bandmaster Fred Owen (an act which is according to strict military etiquette). The men were in full marching order and pre- sented a smart soldierly appearance. Despite the pouring rain, large crowds of Poolonians assembled on the line of march and who gave a hearty good-bye and come again to the Liverpoolon- ians, who have been exceedingly popular with the townsfolk during their sojourn in our midst. The men seemed to have benefited greatly in every way by their visit to Powysland. It is to be hoped that the powers that be will see their way to allow other battalions or detachments to train in the neighbourhood of Welshpool, and so help to make up in a small way the serious loss the town has sustained by the disbandroent of the ancient territorial force last year. WOJIAN'S SUDDEN DEATH—On Thursday, Dr. R. D. Thomas held an inquest relative to the death of Ruth Pugh, aged 52, of Raven-square, who died suddenly in a field at Fronllwyd. Mr D. J. Jones was foreman of the jury. Mrs. Kate Rees, 8, Raven-square, said the deceased, who went out charring, had lived in her house during the past two years. She often complained of ihortness of breath, which appeared to be worst n damp weather. On Tuesday, she was out wash- ing and had rather a heavy day, and when she went out again on Wednesday morning she complained of breathlesenesa.-Eva Davies, housemaid at Fronllwyd, said the deceased had come charring there on two days a week during the last five years or so, and witness had heard her complaining of breathlessness. She came to Fronllwyd on Wednesday morning, shortly after nine o'clock and was ironing and mangling till eleven o'clock, when she had lunch. She then went out to a field some sixty yards off for eome clothes, and as bhe was rather long in returning, witness went to look for her. She found her ly- ing in the field on her left side and she was foam- ing at the mouth. Witness ran and brought as- sistance, but deceased died in a few seconds.—The Coroner read a letter he had received from Dr Crump, wh, stated that he had had deceased under his care last winter suffering from chronic bronchitis and heart disease. He had examined th3 body and probably that was the cause of death, though, of course, he could not say so definitely.—The jury returned a verdict of" Doath from natural causes," adding that the exact cause of death was not known. DEATH OF A LITTLE GIRL.—There are no more sympathetic neighbours in the town than the in- habitants of Stanley-street, and deep was their giief on Sunday morning, to learn that Gwladys Henrieta, the youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Preece, had passed away. She had been ailing for about 10 days, and would have been nine years of age this week. The funeral of this bright child-a general favourite—took place on Wed- nesday afternoon, at Christ Church, where the new curate took the service. The mourners were Mr Samuel Preece (father), Messrs Tom, John, and Samuel Preece (brothers), Mr William Heath, Severn-street, (uncle), Mr Alfred Grice, Cumber- land-place, (brother-in-iaw), Mr Henry Foulkes, Montford-place, and Mr W. Evans, Penygraig, Glamorganshire. More than 30 wreaths and other flower tributes were sent by little schoolmates, adult friends, and relatives. Wreaths were sent by Delia and May Simister; Lizzie and Eleanor Rushgrove; "Lucy and May," Mrs Pearce and family, Mr and Mrs William Hughes (Stanley- street), J. N. and E. Laogrick, Miss E. Elledge (the deceased's Sunday -se,tool teacher at Gungrog- lane), Dick Ricketts, Mr and Mrs James Evans and family (Stanley-street), Mr Eddie Richards, Hilary Gledhill, Mr and Jlrs C. Claffey (Stanley- street), Mr and Mrs Gooding (Stanley-street), Mrs Herbert Williams and Miss Gooding (Wal- cot); Miss Evans (Brick Inn) and her brother, Reginald and Kay Heath (cousins); Tom and Belle (brother and sister) and Mr and Mrs Alfred Evans, (Penygraig) her nother, father, brothers and sisters; Mr and Mrs W. A. Jones (Brwny- buckley) Mrs Kellett and family (Stanley-street); Mr and Mrs George Rushgrove, (Stanley-street); Mr and Mrs John Simister (Stanley-street): Mr and Mrs and Flossie Rickets (Stanley-strees); Mrs Tucker and family (Cumberland-place) Mr and Mrs Thomas Heath, Belan (grandfather and grandmother); Amelia Pryce (Boot-passage); Gwladys and Trevor Jones (Stanley-street), May and Sally Claffey, Mrs Richard Pugh and family (Stanley-street): Mr and Mrs W. H. Watson (Hall-street).

LLANIDLOES. COUNTRYMAN'S HO-E:STY.-Daring the recent sojourn in the town, of a number of officers of the School of Military Engineering, Chatham, who underwent a course of practical surveying, one had the misfortune to lose a gold watch while cycling in the vicinity of Trefeglwys. It was found a couple of days ago by a resident of the village and on Saturday it was returned to the owner at Chatham by P.S Lewis. BURIAL BOARD.—A meeting of this authority was held on Wednesday. .when Alderman Edward Davies presided. The Clerk reported two interments during the month, and that the fees amounted to El 7s. ApPOINTMENT.- Townspeople heartily con- gratulate Miss M. E. Evans, eldest daughter of the Rev J. Roberts Evans, upon her ap- pointment as assistant mistress at the Council School, Bourneville, the picturesque town which is well known as the Gard.en City." Miss Evans, who was trained at the Birmingham University College, will begin her duties upon the opening of the school after the summer vacation. OBITUARY.—There passed away at Bryn- hir, on Thursday, at the age of 74 years, Mr William Davies, a highly respected farmer. Deceased had been in failing health for the past few years, and during the last three months he suffered a serious illness, from which he died. His loss will be greatly felt in the district, for he inter- ested himself in all matters of local con- cern. The funeral will take place at Nant- gwyn on Tuesday. EXCURSION.—The town presented quite a deserted appearance on Monday, the occa- sion being the annual excursion in connec- tion with the Nonconformist Sunday Schools to Aberystwyth. Although the weather was doubtful when they started at seven a.m., the day turned out far better than they dared to hope. A high wind and a bril- liant sunshine made the bay worth seeing and remembering. The tired but happy throng started back about seven p.m. NUPTIALS.—A large crowd of well-wishers assembled in the Bethel-street Chapel on Tuesday, when the marriage of Mr John Beaton and Miss Sarah Hughes was solemnized. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr Tom Hughes, wore a cream serge costume and cream hat with ostrich plumes. The best man was Mr Endell Beaton. The honeymoon is being spent in St. Helen's. The service was conducted by the Rev Roberts Evans, pastor. OBITUARY.—Deep sympathy is felt, for Mr and Mrs Hopper, Railway View, in their recent bereavement on the death of their eldest daughter, Miss Elizabeth Anne Hopper, which occurred after a long and painful illness on Sunday last. The funeral took place at Dolhafren Cemetery on Wed- nesday. The Rev E. O. Jones, vicar, offici- ated and was assisted by the Rev T. P. Rees, curate. The chief mourners were Mr and Mrs Hopper (father and mother), Mr Edward Hopper, the Misses Nellie and Edith Hopper, and Master Albert Hopper (brothers and sisters). Exquisite floral tributes were sent from sympathising friends. COUNTY SCHOOL.—Mr J. Gwilym Hughes. assistant master at the County Schools, just after leaving the town to spend his holidays at home, received an appointment as master of modern languages at Friar's School. Ban- gor. Mr Hughes, who had been engaged at the County Schools during the past five years, was very popular in the town. TIe occupied prominent positions in various societies, the chief of which, perhaps, was the office he held as hon. secretary of the Welsh Society, jointly with Mr John Wil- j liams. He was a member of the Llanidloes Football Club, and was in the team that won the Montgomeryshire Challenge Cup. In the town Mr Hughes' presence will be greatly missed, and none the less keenly will the loss of his services be felt at the County Schools. Heartiest wishes for his future prosperity go to Mr Hughes, who will now join the staff of the school at which he was formerly a pupil.

Sequel" to the Conviction] of "a Newtown Chauffeur. It will be remembered that on the 8th May last, Jack Cookson, chauffeur for Mr Edward Powell, Plasybryn, Newtown, was fined by the Towyn Justices for driving a motor car through Aberdovey at a speed dangerous to the public. Cookson did not attend the hearing, and it subsequently transpired that he had not received the summons until after the hearing, under circumstances which induced him to make an application to a Divisional Court of the King's Bench Division for a writ of certiorari with a view to quashing the conviction. As previously reported, a rule nisi was granted, and the rule came on for argument before the Lord Chief Justice, and Justices Darling and A. T. Lawrence on Wednesday last. Mr Cecil Walsh appeared to show cause for the Justices, and Mr Cookson was represented by Mr Davenport, in the absence of Mr Ellis J. Griffith, M.P. After the reading of the affidavits and hearing Mr Walsh, the Lord Chief Justice said they need not call on Mr Davenport. If the justices had had the substantial facts before them, and had then decided that a reasonable time had elapsed between service and hearing the Court would not interfere. But the affidavits of the Justices made him suspect that they had thought the summons had actually reached the defendant. If the Justices had not believed this, in view of the fact that the actual service took place at the defendant's residence in his absence, they might well have formed a different judgment as to whether there had been a reasonable interval of timo. There was no reason to doubt the defendant's story, and that had a summons come, in all probability he might have wished to defend. In his (the learned Judge's) opinion the Justices based their decision on the belief that the defendant had received the summons. They had not sufficiently considered the facts, and the matter should not have proceeded. The rule must, therefore, be made absolute. The other members of the Court concurred. The solicitors were-For the Justices, M r R. Guthrie Jones; and for the applicant, Messrs Powell and Jarvis, Newtown.

Music lovers have a treat in store on Friday next if they can make it convenient to get to Tregynon for the third annual choral festival and organ recital. Looking at the very fine pro- gramme we can confidently guarantee a feast of pleasure for all who are fortunate to listen ta it. Those who attended this festival two years ago will recollect the very fine organ recital by Mr W. E. Haslam, F.R.C.O.. Winchcombe. It will delight them to know he reappears on this occa- sion. The conductorship is in the able hands of our old favourite Mr James Coleman, vicar choral of Lichfield Cathedral, who also figures as a soloist together with Mrs W. E. Haslam, Master Wilfred Phillips, Lichfield (son of Mr Hudson Phillips), Mr Edward Griffiths, Bettws, and Mr R. Alison Bryan, LlaDfyllin. Tea will be provided in the schoolroom. The hours of the two services are 2-30 and 7 o'clock. Not only Montgomeryshire Baptists, but mem- bers of all denominations will be attracted to Llandrindcd Wells on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of next week by a grand bazaar organised in aid of the local Baptist. Tabernacle Building Fund. The opening cere- mony on Tuesday is to be performed by Mrs D. Lloyd George, on Wednesday by Sir Alfred Thomas, M.P., and on Thursday by Mrs George Thomas, Gorphwysfa, The Cambrian Railways Co. are issuing cheap tickets from all parts of Montgomeryshire. Kerry Horticultural Society is increasingly enterprising. In addition to this year's flower show and sports on Saturday, August 21st, musical competitions have been arranged for. The entire programme provides for a splendid afternoon's pleasure within the beautifully wooded Pant meadow. Given fine weather, this annual event should entice patrons by the thousands- yea, even from the Ancient City."

y ANOTHER MILITARY CHIEF CONSTABLE.—Th Radnorshire Standing Joint Police Committee at a special meeting on Friday appointed Captain and Hon. Major H. H. Bromfield, D.S.O., Llanfall- teg, Carmarthenshire, to be chief constable in place of the late Major the Hon. C. E. Walsh.

MONTGOMERY. BANK HOLIDAV.—We are glad to hear that there is a full list of competitors for the Odd- fellows' marathon race and the musical competi- tions to-day (Monday). The first prize for the marathon race, which is kindly given by N. W. Fairies-Humphreys, Mayor of Montgomery, is a beautiful solid silver cup and a valuable solid gold medal. There is a round dozen of entries for the race. I n r erection of a new Council school at I p^y006^ and the provision of a water supply, J the tender of Mr R. Turnbull, Montgomery ( £ 1,094), has been accepted. One tender (Xl24) was received by the Executive Committee of the County Education Authority for the repair of xlafod Council school, and at a meeting of this authority on Tuesday it was decided that the Chsir-an, Vice-Chairman, Captain Mytton, and Air Richard Lloyd should inspect the school and report. PARISH {CHURCH.—The members of the church choir and the teachers of the Sunday School had their annual trip on Monday last. Man- chester was the chosen destination, and the party who numbered 25, travelled in a saloon, the test match was witnessed by the whole party, who were fortunate in seeing both teams- England and Australia batting.On Friday the the Sunday School Scholars had their annual treat, which took place this year at Lymore. Tea was provided and sports were afterwards indulged in.—The concluding item of the programme was a ladies and gentlemen's cricket match, in which the fair six were for once, vanquished.

BERRIEW. THE residents in the neighbourhood of Brithdir were on Saturday morning moved with deepest sympathy with Mr and Mrs Edward Pryce, of the Horseshoe, on hearing that their youngest daughter, Eveline May Pryoe, had passed away. She was taken ill on Wednesday and rapidly grew worse. Dr Robertson, of Montgomery, was called in and deeming an operation necessary, called Dr Crump, of Welshpool, in for consultation and they decided upon having a specialist to perform the operation, which took place on Friday evening. She appeared to rally for a short time, but then grew rapidly worst, and passed away on Saturday morning at the early age of nine years. The deceased had, by her bright, affectionate manner, endeared herself to a large number of friends, and the suddenness of her death has caused them deepest sorrow.

Sheep Dipping in Montgomery- shire. ACTION BY LLANIDLOES FARMERS. Consequent upon the presentation of a petition to the Board of Agriculture by the farmers in Llanidloes district with regard to the sheep dipping, Mr Fulford and Major Hamilton Pryce, as representing the Board, came to Llanidloes last week and held a conference with the petitioners, who point out that they are the owners of about 86,000 sheep, and that it would be most prejudicial to them in many ways to dip more than twice within the prescribed periods, and that the Order seriously affects the vital interests by practically excluding them from the great yearly sheep markets of the district which take place during September and the early part of October. They claim that their area is almost as free as any other area in the kingdom, and protest against its inclusion in the Machynlleth district. They submit that two dippings in one year are quite sufficipnt as a. protection against scab, and that to dip more than twice is not only very injurious to the sheep themselves but attendant with grave consequences in exposing healthy flocks to danger of contagion by their different gatherings from different sheep walks to the prescribed dipping stations. This practice, they say, has been proved to cause the spread of foot-rot which they dread even more than scab. Mr Edward Hamer presided over a large gather- ing. Remarks in support of the petition were made by the Chairman, Messrs N. Bennett-Owen, Thos. Tudor, Jones, Glyn, and J. Davies, solicitor. The chief objections put forward by the various speakers at the meeting were shortly:- That frequent dipping is very weakening and lowers the stamina of the sheep. That frequent gatherings of large flocks to the prescribed dipping stations instead of preventing disease exposes healthy flocks to danger of conta- gion. It has spread to farms where it was pre- viously unheard of—foot-rot—a disease much more difficult to eradicate than scab. That Welsh mountain sheep being very wild, a number are lost through accidents, &c., each time they are gathered, and some poisoned by the dip. If there are any cuts in them the dip gets in and poisons the blood. One speaker, who was received with applause, stated that the best way to stamp out scab was to inflict a very severe penalty on every farmer guilty of neglecting to notify an outbreak. The most important sheep fair of the year will be held at Llanidloes on the 17th September. The order prescribes that every owner of sheep shall cause them to be dipped once between the 31st May and the 1st September, and twice between August 31st and October 16th, with an interval of not less than 10 and not more than 20 days between the two latter dates. Any sheep sold at the fair mentioned must therefore have been dipped three times, the last twice practically within a fortnight, which is con- sidered as cruelty to the sheep. If an owner does not comply with the order he cannot obtain a movement license. The dipping must be thorough immersion in an efficient sheep dip in the presence and to the satisfaction of an inspector of the local authority, and it is submitted that it will be an impossibility for the inspectors (the local constables) to get through their work in time for the fair on Sep- tember 17th. So great is the feeling that many farmers ad- vocate the adoption of a defiant attitude. Mr Fulford dealt with each statement contained in the petition from the Board's point of view, and explained that the Board's chief difficulty lay in the fact of there being no well defined natural boundaries separating the unenclosed Sheepwalks from the enclosed land within the Division. Mr Fulford also suggested that if the meeting ap- pointed representatives from each parish in the Division who would submit to the Board, through the local authority, satisfactory boundaries, the Board would give the matter their favourable consideration. A committee representative of the district was subsequently appointed, which included the fol- lowing gentlemen:— For Llanidloes Parish-The Chairman and Mr Thomas Jones, of Glyn. For Llangurig Parish-Messrs J, R. Pryse, Pantdrain John Evans, Pengeulan; and James Jones, Llwyngwyn. For Trefeglwys Parish-Messrs N. Bennett Owen and Thomas Tudor. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mr Fulford for the lucid and exhaustive manner in which he explained the Order and its application. We understand that the representatives have already met and forwarded their report (which was drawn up by Mr John Davies, solicitor) to the Board, whose decision in the matter is looked forward to with much anxiety.

More Discoveries in the Caersws Camp. For some days past considerable progress has been made with the excavations of the Roman camp at Caersws. Individual members of the County Council have expressed themselves in favour of preserving the ruins uncovered for all time, and every effort is being made to secure this end. Professor Bosanquet, who is in charge of the exploring party, has succeeded in opening up the western portion of the camp, and unearthine a complete hot-air system situate beneath the floor of the rooms. The floors were supported on a number of stone pillars two feet square and two feet high. Flues were laid beneath to carry the hot air from the furnace, and these have been found in an excellent state of preservation Out- side the huge rampart of clay the workmen have come across trenches which surrounded the camp, the granary has been opened up for its whole length, and measures 93 feet. This building was strongly built and was roofed with slabs of stone.

CAMP-FIRE CONCERT.—For the first time in the annals of the ancient and military borough a 1, camp-fire concert" was given on the football field last Wednesday evening. Organised by the Engineers—the handy men of the army-the event proved a great success, attracting a large crowd of Poolonian guests.

MACHYNLLETH. GOLF.—A Bogey Competition took place oa Saturday and was won by Mr C. Davies, o Bron- wylfa. THE Streets and Sanitary Committee of the Council was held on Friday night and the usual monthly meeting of the General Committee will be held on Thursday night instead of to-night (Tuesday). ON Wednesday at a meeting of the Assessment Committee, Mr Edward Hughes, Mathafara, pre- siding appeal by the Urban Council was con- sidered and it was agreed to reduce the assess- ment of the sewerage works. PUXERAL.—The funeral of Mr Thomas l lams, who was accidently killed, took place on Friday last at Penegoes. A large number of people followed the remains to Penegoes, the service being most impressive. Great sympathy loss sorrowing widow in her irreparable AIUSICAL SucCEss.-At an examination held at Aberystwyth in connection with the London College of Music, the following pupils of Miss Beatrice Davies, A.-Mus.L.C.M., were successful in gaining certificates in pianoforte playing: Inter- mediate, Nellie Williams (aged 10), A berllefeni, 95 marks, honours. Primary: Annie Evans (aged 8), Tynohir, 91 marks, 1st class. This result reflects great credit upon both pupils and teacher, who has gained an average of ten suc- cesses per year with her young pupils. AGRICULTURAL SHow.-Bir David Evans, Werniago, vice-chairman presided over a com- mittee meeting of the Agricultural Society held on Wednesday afternoon at the Vane Hall, when there were also present Major Hugh Bousall, Messrs F. M. Campbell, Richard Gillart, M. E. Francis, Edward Hughes, John Jones and T. Parsons, secretary. Stewards were appointed for the forthcoming show, having regard to the rule that no exhibitor should act as steward in any class in which he has an entry. It was decided to engage a band, the selection being left to the Finance Committee. The suggestion of a carnival at the close of the show was aproved of. It was agreed to communicate with the Cfeief Constable as to the charge for police attendance. A letter from Miss Rees, Paris House, applying for additional free tickets in connection with the temperance tent was referred to the Finance Com- mittee. Major Bonsall asked whether they were suffragettes? Mr Gillart announced having received a cheque for the show from Mr Francis Wallog. The Secretary was directed to communi- cate with the gentry in the neighbourhood solicitir.g subscriptions.

CAERSWS. OUR Caersws correspondent writes: In the report of the Baptist Mission Room Sunday School anniversary, the names of the two popular musical sisters, Misses Christine and Maggie Humphreys' who treated the audience to a vocal duett, 'Waiting and Watching' were omitted. There are no singers more popular on the platform in The Ancient City."

BEGUILDY. GARDEN FETE—With the object of obtaining money to wipe off the debt of X70 which remained in the restoration fund of the Parish Church, a garden fete and bazaar was held in the grounds of the Vicarage in this picturesque Radnorshire village last Friday week. It is interesting to note that the foundations of this Celtic Church date back to the year 791 and there is still in existence the font, an oak chest, a holy water stoup and an oak altar of the period. There is albo a rood screen carved with Tudor roses of the time of Henry VII. and a large panel made during the reign of Queen Elizabeth. Besides there is an old priest's stall, the date of which is unknown, that was discovered buried beneath the chancel. The church, in fact, is of veritable interest to antiquarians. Such was the success of the bazaar that, together with the subscriptions, nearly £100 was realised.

At Thursday's Petty Sessions at Montgomery, Mr Timothy Morgan Owen, who presided on the Bench, expressed a noteworthy opinion in connec- tion with the prosecution of parents for the irregular attendance of their children at school. The cases brought before the Court were that of Mary Davies, Back-yard, which was adjourned two months ago, and Arthur Davies, Crown-oourt, whose summons was postponed at the last Sessions. In the former case the Attendance Officer (Mr Bebb) roported much improved attendance, with the result that the charge was dismissed. In the latter he stated that Davies's child had made during the last month 36 out of 38 attendances. The Chairman said the magistrates considered the attendance in this case was even better than the previous one, and, therefore, it would also be dismissed. The Attendance Officer asked for an attendance order to be made, and mentioned that the previous attendances were very bad. Mr Morgan-Owen said he thought that in future when the attendances were so very good, the cases should not be brought before that Court. The Atteudance Officer: When they were brought forward the attendances were very bad. Mr Morgan-Owen: We are dealing with the present, and not with the past.

Mawddwy Railway. We are authorized to state that the Board of Agriculture and Fisheries have, under the pro- visions of Section o of the Light Railways Act, 1896, certified to His Majesty's Treasury, that the' re-opening of the Mawddwy Railway would benefit agriculture in the district, but that, owing to the exceptional circumstances of the locality the Railway would not be re-opened without special assistance from the State and it now only remains for the Treasury to make such grant as they think fit towards the re-opbning of the line.

I CAERSWS CITIZEN v. DR. DAVIES.—By printer's error the following italicised words are left out in the letter of "Caersws Citizen" printed on page 7:—" The laity refused, but the clergy had to give up to the Pope a tenth of their- yearly livings, and the whole of their first year's income (called annates and first fruits "). SOCIETY.Chief Constable W. J. Holland gave an afternoon party last Friday afternoon on the premises of the Welshpool Bowling Club Over 100 guests—the elite of town and neighbour' hood-had a sit-down tea at two long tables on the croquet ground, and afterwards played tennis bw», VI ^rllTng' Mr and Mrs T. Simpson rrl hABr°0]dai^s Hall), Mrs Devereux Mytton Mrs Herbert Hawksworth, Dr. and Mrs Lloyd Elliott, Mr and Mrs J. Brandon Smith (Rhallt), -M, rk! Noel Turner (Sylfaen Hall), Mrs Huddleston (Llwynderw), Mrs and the Misses White (Plas Trebelig), Mrs J. M. Lloyd (Castle Forwyn), Mr, Mrs, and the Misses Verdon (Llan- erchydol Hall). &c.. &c.. &c. Six-YEAR-OLD HERO.—The Liverpoo. Telegraph Terriers in Oldford Camp, last week, were right proud of their six-year-old boy hero, who saved a seven-year-old playmate from being drowned. Sergeant F. Bridgman, instructor of the Air-Line Company, bad brought his eldest lad, Freddie, with him to camp; likewise, Corporal Lomath took his only son, Harold. The two youngeters, who were out playing together last Thursday morning, decided to wash their dirty hands in the Shropshire Union Canal, below the lock near SergeantVro w. and Jorin^ Lomatb stooped do™ from the bank and fell head-Ion? into Jr°«- which was about ten feet deep. Fort,^ i came to the surface near the side • litti gripped hi. h?d. then clntched "h fY^nd after a hard tussle brought immersed boy was suffenng slightly from a kind neighbour, Mrs Tnh T? u rrom snoc«, row, gave him e^ry atwf bed. He was soon^^T rZJ^ 6 effects of the dip. Iti/^1"6! T, youthful hero, who lives it yS £ 2? JSSSKTi: Edgei,u- r°nth' B°«> ki» p-MM'ther th. er .,rec-'ve^ font military medals; r was a Crimean veteran, whilst Sergt. gnaan has gained the Distinguished Conduct, e Long Service, and two South African medals during the war he was mentioned for life-saving.