The Montgomeryshire Express and Radnor Times

COUNTY COUNCIL ELECTION NOTES. In Churchstoke the Tories reign su- preme, and there is not likely to be any opposition to the return of Mr Jones, Rock- ley, whose re-nomination has been decided upon by his party. Liberal confidence perhaps accounts for the quietness which prevails at Llanidloes. The retiring members have not yet been adopted by the local association, as no meeting has been held. It is generally un- derstood that Mr William Ashton will again stand, and it is rumoured that Mr R. D. Edwards will retire. Two gentlemen have been mentioned as possible candi- dates on the Liberal side for Mr Edwards' seat, viz., Mr Stephen Breeze, Garth, Llan- idloes, and Mr Edward Hamer, J.P., Sum- merfield Park, Llanidloes. As the associa- tion has not yet met, no decision has been come to with regard to the vacancy in the West Ward caused by the death of Mr Edward Bowen. It is understood locally that Mr Evan Williams is prepared to fight the seat in the Liberal interests. There is as yet no mention of Conservative can- didates, but whatever happens, Llanidloes will easily maintain its Liberal traditions. Mr Edward Jones occupies an absolutely safe seat at LIandinam, for which he has been again adopted. In the event of a con- test, the Liberals would delight to show their regard for the sitting member, whose elevation to the chair of the Main Roads' Committee is a recognition of his worth in public life. Mr Joseph Davies, Trewythen- fach, and Mr Price Pugh, Garthfawr, have been adopted for re-election on the Dis- trict Council. Owing to the lamented illness of Mr Daniel Howells, who has intimated his in- tention not to seek re-election, the Liberals in Llanbrynmair are sorrowing over the J loss of a faithful representative. No man was more genuinely respected on the County Council than Mr Howells, and the cause of his disappearance from that body will be sincerely regretted. At the time of writing, the most likely successor to Mr Howells is Mr E. M. Jones, of Cwmpen- llydan, who has been a member of the Machynlleth Board of Guardians for 15 years. Elsewhere in to-day's issue will be found the result of a parish meeting held on Saturday evening to adopt a candidate. Rumour has it that the Tories will put forward Mr Edward Jones, Brynllys, the defeated candidate six years ago, but that is generally doubted. In any case, the party representation of Llanbrynmair will remain unchanged. Mr Arthur Williams-Wynn has scarcely ended his Parliamentary campaign before entering upon the contest for the retention of his County Council seat. His Liberal opponent in Meifod is Mr Richard Roberts, of Ystymcolwyn Farm—one of the largest ratepayers in the parish. Mr Roberts is a native of Meifod parish, and the only son of the late Mr Roberts, of Ystymcolwyn, who was for many years a poor-law guar- dian and a member of the District Council. He is a Churchman and a churchwarden of Bwlchyulan Church. As chairman of the Liberal committee in the parish, Mr Rob- erts took a prominent part in the Parlia- mentary election. He is a good speaker, a popular parishioner, and will be a strong opponent to Mr Wynn, notwithstanding the latter is certain to receive a measure of sympathy in respect of his Parliamentary defeat. The fight is likely to be a very tough one. The death of Captain Mytton has in- duced the Liberals to contest Guilsfield, where the Chairman of the County Council sat unopposed, by assent of his political opponents, who heartily appreciated his valuable services to the county. We believe that a choice will be made from among Mr John Jones, Varchoel (chairman of the Llanfyllin Guardians), Mr F. G. Howarth, J.P., Bodissa, and Mr D. Pryce, Kynant. Any of these popular gentlemen ought to win the seat for Liberalism, even in a dis- trict where Toryism runs strong. We have net yet heard of the name of the probable Tory candidate. At Llanfechain two old opponents are to face each other—Messrs R. O. Perrott and Alderman John Rees. Six years ago they set up a fight, when the former won by 12 votes. Three years ago he was returned unopposed. Personally both are popular, and an excitingly close contest is conjec- tured. Mr Rees is an able man, and has done good work for the interests of the farmers. A correspondent informs us that Mr David Pryce, Cynant, is likely to chal- lenge Mr E. S. Perrott in the Deytheur division if the latter gentleman is coming forward. He triumphed over Mr Edward S. Evans at last election by 36 votes, and three years previously the seat was held unopposed by the Tories through Mr George Kempster. Apparently Toryism has a strong following in the division, but Mr Pryce ought to shake it. Particular interest is being centred upon Llandysilio, where Mr E. Hughes Roberts won on the last occasion by the small ma- jority of two. Whether Mr Noel P. Turner will try again yet remains an open ques- tion. The name of Captain Dugdale has also been mentioned, as well as that of Mr Lomax. As we stated last week, Mr Rob- erts has strengthened his position by sound work on the Council, and his supporters prospect a contest with confidence. Mr Evan Roberts should easily hold the Liberal fort at Isygarreg if he accepts nomination. At the two last elections he had fairly substantial majorities over Mr M. Campbell, concerning whose intentions nothing yet has transpired. Whether Mr Thomas Jones, Tymawr, will again stand for Darowen has not been definitely ascertained. If he does not, the Liberals are prepared with one or two ac- ceptable cndidates. It- is not improbable that the Tories will be represented again by Mr Matthew Henry Evans whom Mr Jones defeated by no fewer than 93 votes. On Monday the Liberals of Cemmes re- nominated Mr William Jones as their can- didate, but the Conservatives have as yet made no move. They are evidently sick- ened by the result of the County election. Three years ago, Major Walton came out as a free lance, and received the support of a good many Liberals, but his activity in furthering the Parliamentary candida- ture of Mr Arthur Williams-Wynn has proved that the free lance was a mere catch-vote dodge. As an official Tory can- didate he would stand no chance on this occasion. He was licked last time by 54. More than likely a compromise will be effected by parties at Newtown with the object of preserving the present represen- tation—Messrs Richard Lloyd, Hugh Lewis, and C. J. Newell for the Liberals, and Colonel Pryce-Jones for the Tories. Lib- eralism has no reason to quarrel with that apportionment, besides which few Liberals would wish to see the Coloned off the Council. At any rate we should not. The parishioners of Llandyssil have the opportunity of electing a highly intelli- pb gent and influential gentleman in the per- son of Mr John Davies, Fronfraith Mill, and we venture to believe that though a Liberal, he will command a good measure of support from Conservatives, who appre- ciate his public work. His opponent, Mr Charles Lewis, Lower Bryntalch, save for a short experience on the Parish Council, is an untried man in the administration of public affairs. The present member for the division, Mr R. E. Jones, was permitted an interrupted return for a large number of years, and that fact should weigh with many Conservatives in the district. Mr Davies has served the parish faithfully and efficiently on the Forden District Council since the formation of that body, and has a still longer record as a poor-law guardian. For this signal service, rendered at the cost of much personal sacrifice, we feel sure the parishioners will agree that Mr Davies is well worthy promotion to a higher administrative office. The division could have no abler representative. Rumour is busy with the probable can- didature of Mr John Breese at Carno. At the bye-election it will be remembered this powerful candidate made a surprisingly good fight against the present member, but Liberals are wishful of the opportunity to show their real metal now that the issues are so distinct and clear. Mr Ll. D. Hum- phreys has been unanimously adopted by the Carno Liberal Association, and so surely will he be by the Llanllugan and Llanwyddelan Liberals. In the event of a contest, the Liberal party confidently an- ticipate a winning majority of between 40 and 50. At a public meeting held at Dolanog on Monday evening Mr Robert Griffiths was unanimously put forward for his old seat. Mr Griffiths addressed the meeting, and an interesting speech was also delivered by the Rev Charles Jones. Mr Griffiths is the son of the late Mr Evan Griffiths, of Cyn- hinfa, and a grandson of the late Rev Evan Griffiths, of Cunant, Meifod. He has held the office of Chairman of Llangyniew Parish Council and Vice-chairman of Llanfyllin Board of Guardians, and has sat on the County Council for six years. In 1904 his majority over the Rev J. R. Roberts was 56, and three years ago he defeated Mr Fred Proudlove by 10 votes. At the time of writing the Tories had not put forward a candidate. The Liberals of Tregynon have again placed Mr Evan Lewis in the field, and the Tories seem to be at their wits end for a candidate. That Mr Scott Owen is unlikely to court a contest appears from the amusing fact that the Tories actually approached a well known Liberal and asked him to allow himself to be nominated in their interests. Since Mr Scott Owen is by far and away the strongest possible Conservative that could be selected, it seems as if the Tories will permit judgment to go against them by default. The name of Dr Salter has been mentioned, but we are told there is little likelihood of the medico agreeing to stand.' A similar state of things is reported of the Liberals in the Llanerfyl division. They have failed to find a candidate ready to contest Mr Forrester Addie. Against any other gentleman they could hope to win. Let them make Mr Addie an Alderman," writes a correspondent, and we should show which party was the strongest." At Llanfyllin the intentions of the Tories are not yet disclosed. The impression "is prevalent that Mr Marshall Dugdale will be nominated by them for the Borough, and Mr Lomax for Llanfihangel. In which event the Liberals would be prepared with a candidate. The Liberals of Forden have secured the consent of Mr Thomas Rogers, Penylan, to nomination, and are busily promoting his candidature, with a confidence of success. Three years ago Mr Rogers was handicapped by illness, and lost by 22 votes. The desire for a resident representative is very marked, and Mr Rogers' tried political services, be- sides his sincere concern for the general well-being of all around him, will rally to his support a winning band of supporters. Mr Hurlbutt, however, is not without friends. and it goes without saying they will make <a strenuous fight for his retention of the seat. Every vote is of special value in this contest. At last election the Tories in the Llan- gynog division concealed their hand until very shortly before the poll, and probably this is their intention again. The Liberals have once more selected Mr Edward Edwards, who, notwithstanding he was confronted by a very popular opponent, was three years ago returned by a majority of 41. The seat is safe for Liberalism. On Thursday evening the Liberals of Berriew raised the standard above Glansevern, under which leadership they have fought so successfully for many years Mr Humphreys-Owen was unanimously adopted, and in a capital fighting mood the party await the challenge from the house of Corbett Winder. Will it be forthcoming on this occasion ? Most people are doubtful. Captain Corbett-Winder's vote at the District Council, to rate the parish for a village supply of water in order to save the school trustees, is not forgotten at such times, and if he ejects to fight the popular sitting member, we predict a record Liberal majority. Both sitting members for the two divisions of I lanfair have agreed to stand again, and so far opposition is invisible. A walk-over is not improbable. Conservatives will- regret the retirement of Mr C. W. Norton from the repre- sentation of Aberhafesp division. A man of strong convictions, Mr Norton fought hard against interference with the Aberhafesp School. which has now been practically supplanted by a ') more modern building brought under public control. Liberals have put forward Mr J. Hamer Jones, and a better candidate, perhaps, they could not have chosen. Mr Jones possesses a highly intelligent grip of public affairs, and his admir- r able judgment and conspicuous fair-mindedness will appeal to every sensible elector in the division. The name of Mr Evan Woosnam Savage, Glandulas, has been mentioned as the Conservative nominee, and no doubt this young gentleman would put up a good fight, at any rate in the Mochdre portion of the division, where he is deservedly popular, but against the experience and personal influence of Mr Hamer Jones he could not hope to win. Here the Liberals are confident of retrieving the seat lost at last election when Mr Norton ousted Alderman David Hamer. There is not likely to be a contest. In a hopeless minority, the Liberals of Mont- gomery cannot expect to successfully oppose Mr Francis Langford, but whispers are current that among Conservatives themselves a change of representative is desired. As we go to press the information reaches us that Mr J. R. Pryse will again make a Tory assault upon the Liberal seat at Llangurig, which has been held by Mr Godfrey Bowen. Mr Pryse has many friends in the neighbourhood, and an exciting contest would be certain. Welshpool Liberal Association met last Tuesday night to consider whether a candidate could be run against any of the four Conservative candi- dates in the borough. More than one name was mentioned, but no candidate came forward. A public meeting of the Machynlleth Liberals was held at the Town Hall on Friday night. Mr T. R. Morgan. J.P., was in the chair, and the attendance was a representative one. The Chairman having stated that the meeting bad been convened on account of the forthcoming County Council election, called upon Mr Richard Rees, J P.. the present councillor, to address the meeting, which he did in a lucid and compre- hensive speech. He proved to the entire satis- faction of all present that he is thoroughly conversant with the Council's work in all its aspects, and alive to the importance of same. Several questions were asked, and satisfactorily answered. The Rev D. H. Hughes (Alderman) was also asked to speak. He dealt mostly with the work of the Local Education Authority. The meeting unanimously passed a resolution appreci- ating Mr Rees' faithful and valuable services ren- dered during the last three years and tendering him its heartiest thanks. A similar vote was .passed in regard to Mr Hughes's services, not- withstanding the fact that his term of office will not expire for another three years.-On the motion of the Rev Josiah Jones (C), seconded by Mr Rhys Lewis, it was unanimously agreed to ask Mr Rees,to stand again as Liberal candidate. This was carried without a single dissentient, Mr Rees being considered as the strongest candidate possible to carry once more the Progressive banner to victory. After acknowledging this further mark of confidence in him, Mr Rees stated that, owing to the unanimity of the meeting, he agreed to accept the invitation given him, and in a few remarks showed plainly that the spirit that carried him victoriously through the memorable contests of the past is still strong in him. We may rest I assured that if the seat be contested, Mr Rees and his numerous supporters will give a good account of themselves. At Darowen, Mr Thomas Jones (L): will not seek re-election. On the Conservative side Mr Matthew Evans is the probable candidate, whilst either Mr John Edwards (Penegoes) or4Mr W. B. Hughes will unfurl the Liberal banner. I At Llanbrynmair, a Parish meeting on Satur- day unanimously adopted Mr E. M. Jones (Cwm- penllydan) as Liberal candidate, whilst highly appreciative remarks were made upon the invalu- able services rendered by the retiring member- Mr Daniel Howell. Considerable pressure by agriculturists is being brought upon Mr Richard Morgan to contest the Kerry division, as they consider his expert know- ledge in the many matters relating to agriculture, which engage the attention of the Council, would be of immense value. Mr F. J. Howorth's address for the Guilsfield division will be found on another page.

The County Member on the Lords. The following letter appears in the 'British Weeky' from Mr David Davies, M.P. Referring to your circular letter of the 4th inst., I write to inform you that it is my opinion that the question of the Veto of the House of Lord on finance should be definitely settled before the Budget is proceeded with."

POWYSLAND PLOUGHING. The sixth annual competitions in connec- tion with the Powysland Ploughing and Hedging Association took place at Brona- fon, Llansantffraid (by kind permission of Mr J. Evans), on Thursday. The judges were as followsPloughing, Messrs A. Woosnam, Llwynbrain, Caersws, and E. Hughes, New Hall, Chirk hedg- ing, Messrs R. Hughes, Friddgonny, Llan- wddyn, and D. C. Davies, Dolwar Hall, Llanfihangel horses and turn-outs, Mr J. Richards, Morton Hall, Oswestry. The stewards were: Messrs Gittins, Fin- nant; Jones, Plas On Evans, Bank J. Roberts, Bodynfoel F. Davies, Cilthrew J. Morgan, Pontscowryd Jones, Trewy- lan J. Pierce, Tynewydd S. Edwards, Voel J. W. Hughes, Gelli Jones, Ty- mawr E. Kempster, Trewylan A. Wat- kin, Pontypentre; E. Evans, Tyissa Ellis, Pentre E. Griffiths, Bryncoch D. Benbow, Pantglas T. Jones, Pentrego. Judge stewards: Hedging, Mr E. Jones, junr., Pentre ploughing, Mr T. Morris, Lower Main. The prize winners were as follows:— PLOUGHING. Open.-I and 2, divided between H. W. Cullen, Stony Stratford, and Richard Jones, Llanidloes, 3 W. E. Jones, Pentrebyarth, 4 John Morgan, Pontscowrhyd. Local (senior)— D. T. Benbow, Pantglas, 2 Richard Griffiths, Gelli, Meifod, 3 Thomas Hughes, Bank, Pool Quay, 4 Henry Wil- liams, Varchoel. Local (junior)-1 W. Jones, Trewlan, 2 Thomas Humphreys, Trefnanney, 3 Thomas Lloyd, Pentrebyarth. Boys—1 Richard Vaughan, Collfryn, 2 Richard Bowen, Cwm, 3 Joseph Jones, Godor, 4 Isaac Jones, Maesgwyn. Blacksmith's plough—1 Edward Jones, Alltfawr, Meifod, 2 Robert Sockett, Plas On, 3 Edward Ellis, Finnont, 4 David Davies, Mingwern, Meifod. Special prizes for best cope and rean were won respectively by John Morgan, Pontscowryd, and W. E. Jones, Pentre- byarth. The champion silver cup for the best ploughman in the district (to be won three times by the same competitor before it be- comes his absolute property) was won for the second time by John Morgan, Ponts- cowryd. Mr John Thomas, Vron, secured the special prize for the best inns and outs. HEDGING. Open—1 William Lewis, Lloran Ucha, 2 Thomas Edwards, Lloran Ucha, 3 Joseph E. Jones, Meifod, 4 Thomas Reynolds, Tre- fonen. Over 50-1 John Davies, Cefnllwyd, 3 T Wilde Broniarth Hall, 3 William Edwards, Glascwm. Under 50-1 John Baily, Mathyrafal, and John Wilding, Pencaedu, 2 Edward Mor- gan, Penygraig, and John Andrews, Bryny- groes, 3 John Owen, Dongay, and Robert Ellis, Llansantffraid. Under 25-1 John Humphreys, Tref- nanney, 2 E. Davies, Gelli, Llansantffraid, 3 D. F. Ellis, Waen. Special prizes for the best fence with the least number of dead stakes in—Open, Edward Davies, Pentrefelin local, John Lewis, Llansantffraid. I Pair of horses-l T. Green, Bank, Pool Quay, 2 Hughes, Gelli, Llansantffraid. Neatest and best turned-out pair—1 T. Humphreys, Trefnanney, 2 Thomas Lloyd, Pentrebeird. The events of the day proved in every sense to be most successful. Refreshments were supplied by the Llansantffraid branch of the N.W. Women's Temperance Asso- ciation.

MONTGOMERY. POLICE GAZETTE.—Chief Constable Hol- land informed the Police Committee last Friday that P.O. Richard Davies, Mont- gomery, had resigned, and applied for pen- sion. He was 52 years of age, and had served 26 years and nine months in the force. The amount of pension to which he was entitled was F,52 2s per year.—The Com- mittee sanctioned the granting of the sum.

NEWTOWN. SPRING FASHIONS, a choice assortment of Flowers New Straws and Ready-to wear Hats now showing at MISSES GOODWIN, 7, Market-street. Coon AND Liixic.-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. r Advt. MR. T. MALDWYN PRICE, R.A.M., visits Newtown on Tuesdays and Saturdays Lessons given ic Singing, Pianoforte, Violin, and 'Cello. He may be seen at Mr Fvan 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 ased in making Ann Taylor's Everton Toffee are pure and whole some. It is as nourishing as it is delicious. IF TOU 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 charge. Eyeglasses and spectacles of every description kept in stock. Oculist prescriptions a speciality.—Advt. ALARM CLOCKS.-This is the season of the year that you most require these goods. E. H. MORGAN, jeweller, 18, Broad-streec, has a grand selection at from 2/6 uqwards. A call will oblige. ST. DAVID'S DAY.-LADIES will please note this date, for on the 1st of March we intend Opening a New Department—"DRESSMAKING"— which will be carried on by first-class experienced hands. Style, Fit, and Workmanship guaranteed. Moderate Charges.—LEWIS'S, London House, New- town.—Advt. THE STATE OF THE ROA.D.S.-More macadamising operations are being continued on the top of Kerry- road, on the approach to the station. This was very much needed, and a great improvement will be seen on the completion of the steam-rolling. THE LATE MR. JOHN SWAIN.-On Sunday evening, at the Wesley an Chapel, Rev T. Ll. Jones preached a funeral sermon in memory of the late Mr John Swain. The choir sang effectively the anthem Is there not an appointed time." At the close, Mr D. W. Oliver, the organist, played the Dead March,' the congrega- tion standing. THE boisterous weather of the last few days reached its climax, yesterday (Sunday), when heavy rain was lashed down by a continuous hurricane. Many houses have been stripped of slates and chimney-tops, and fences destroyed. In the country district the woods are thickly strewn with branches of trees, a large number of which have been uprooted. Than yesterday, a wilder day has not been experienced for several years. REFUSE DESTRUCTOR.—A special meeting of the Urban Council was summoned for Friday night. The Chairman ^Mr John Humphreys) and all the members attended. The principal business was to discuss the report of Mr A. England on the proposed site of the destructor at the Gasworks. In his report Mr England declared that nuisances were likely to arise from the smoke, smells and fumes, but that the chimney was admirably adapted for the purpose. After a discussion which extended ever two hours, Mr W. H. Evans gave notice of motion to rescind any resolution which might appear on the Council's books recommending the adoption of the Gasworks site. BRITISH AND FOREIGN BIBLE SOCIETY.—On Wednesday evening the annual meeting of the New- town Auxiliary of the British and Foreign Bible Society was 'held in the Public Hall, when a fairly large audience was present. Canon Woosnam, of Aberhafesp Hall, presided, and in his opening remarks emphasised the need of religious training in the elementary schools of Wales. He urged the education authorities to confer one with the other, and devise a syllabus of religious teaching, which would fit the the child of to-day to be the man or woman of to- morrow. Canon Woosnam was supported by the Rev J. Alston, Revs Edwary Parry, M.A., Elias Jones, E. Jones-Williams, Major Dain, the secretary Mr J. T. C. Gittins, the treasurer, Mr R. Lloyd, J.P. and Mr Edward Elwell, J.P. The treasurer reported that the collections during the year amounted to X34 7s 4d, an increase of over X6, as compared with last year. CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY ANNIVERSARY.—On Thursday evening the Newtown Co-operative Society held a tea, followed by an entertiinment of song and instrumental selections, to celebrate the 34th anni- versary of the inauguration of the Society. The tea was a great success, and was on the table till after seven o'clock. The entertainment, which was timed for eight o'clock, commenced punctually enough, and under the genial chairmanship of Mr George Jones (president of the Society) a pleasant evening was spent. Quartettes were rendered by members of the Newtown Silver Band, and Mr W. H. Bryant, the secretary of the Western Sectional Board, interested the audience with an address on "The possibilities of Co-operation." Songs were rendered by Misses Emily Barratt and Winnie Phillips, Messrs Howard Jones and Stuart Humphreys, and Master Leslie Bevan rendered a pianoforte solo in remarkable style, whilst the duties of accompanist were efficiently performed by Miss Edith Reynolds. The programme concluded with the singiner of the English National Anthem. HOCKEY.—Mr Bert Powell has been selected to play for Wales v. England at Cambridge. The men's XI defeated Ruabon at Oswestry, on Satur- day, by 2-0. SHORTHAND.—The annual distribution of prizes to the members of the shorthand class in connec- tion with R.W.W. Improvements Society took place at the society's rooms on Tuesday evening. Mr R. D. Jones, befora proceeding to the distribu- tion, wished to thank the directors of Pryce Jones, Ltd for their genercsity in again providing the prizes, and also the Society for the use of the room during the past year. He awarded the prizes as follows :-Seniors: (1) Dora Burd, (2) Claude Bryers; Juniors: (1) Harold Evans, (2) Bertie Jones. The results were received with applause. AGGRIEVED FIREMEN.-At a special meeting of the Urban District Council on Friday, one item on the agenda was to consider the resignation of the Fire Brigade. The Fire Brigade Com- mittee reported that they had conferred with the members of the brigade in regard to their grievances and suggestions for improvements. The brigade was purely a voluntary one, and whilst sympathising with them in the discourag- ing press reports which appear after every outbreak of fire, the committe wished to associate themselves in a vote of confidence in the brigade, seeing that outsiders and reporters cannot understand the difficulties that occur at fires, especially so when each one in the excited crowd wants to act as fireman. The committee passed a resolution, requesting the members to withdraw their resignation, and they were very pleased to say that the brigade had complied with their request. Mr Ford expressed himself in agreement with the press reports and thought that a skilled fireman should be brought down to Newtown to deliver a lecture on the conduct of fires for the benefit of the members of the brigade and the public generally.

Chief Constable's Quarterly Review 60 PARISH CONSTABLES FOR THE PARLIAMENTARY ELECTIONS. Montgomeryshire Standing "Joint Police Com- mittee was informed by Chief Constable Holland last Friday that he had to employ 14 parish con- stables to assist in keeping order at the polling booths of the Borough Parliamentary Election, and 46 at the County Election, there being 45 polling stations. Total cost, £ 15. The Chief Constable also reported that during the quarter ended December 31st last,- The number of indictable offences reported was 13 of these 18 were discovered, and 14 persons proceeded against, six of whom were committed for trial, one bound over and seven dealt with summarily. 1 The value of property stolen was X33 7s 7d, and recovered £ 32 16s 9d, The number of people proceeded against for non-in- dictable offences was 173; of these 46 were discharged orders made on 12, and 115 convicted. There was a decrease of four in indictable offences and of 15 in cases of drunkenness, as compared with the corresponding quarter of last year. There was an increase of 25 in Local Taxation prosecutions, which in previous years were taken up by the Excise. The police seized 25 stray dogs, 22 of which were claimed, two sold, and one destroyed. The police noted 7,067 persons at the common lodging houses and casual wards at the Workhouses, this being an increase of 408 as compared with the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Two police pensioners died during the quarter viz. John Pearson, of Caersws, aged 85, and David' Wil- liams, of Machynlleth, aged 76., The annual Government returns showed 65 crimes to have been committed during the past year; 48 males and five females were arrested for these offences, and 14 males and two females summoned; total 67. Four of the persons charged were under 16 years of age, as compared with eight in the previous year. 724 persons were dealt with for non-indictable offences, 115 of whom were arrested and 609 summoned. Of these 138 were discharged, orders made on 6Q, and 520 convicted. There was a decrease of 16 cases of drunkenuess on the year. The force was complete in number, and its conduct bid been satisfactory.

W ELSHPOOL. GRAND DISPLAY of new goods on show at BowEN'S, the well-known cash drapers, Berriew- street. FARMERS requiring best quality Corn-sacks are invited to caH at William Thomas's, Ironmonger, Welshpool[Advt.] THB DAIRY.-Our "Princess" Separator has been awarded over 100 medals. The most reliable; easiest to work; British made.-C and inspect at HUMPHREY JONES & SON, Hall- street. [Advt. COUNTY COURT.-70 undefended cases and 25 judgement summonses made up the calendar at the County Court last Thursday. PERSONAL.—An old Welshpool boy-Mr William Watkins, F.R.G.S.figures prominently in an inter- esting souvenir issued by the Society of Doi set Men in London." The book gives plentiful indication of the esteem in which the bon. secretary is held by that organization. Sometime ago he and Mrs W. Watkins visited South Africa, and on their return the Dorset Men" entertained them to a "Welcome Home" dinner at the Holborn Restaurant. The toast of the evening was proposed by Mr Stephen Collins, M.P., and in response Mr and Mrs Watkins spoke of their experiences as African travellers.—On Friday evening last, at the invitation of the Society, Mr Watkins delivered his lecture "In and around Africa," illus- trated by 130 lantern slides, at the Holborn Restaur- ant. Colonel J. Mount Batten, C.B. (president of the Society of Dorset Men), occupied the chair. There was a large and appreciative audience, and the lecture was voted a great success. PRESBYTERIAN C. U.—On Sunday Miss K. Francis gave a paper on Rest." Mr W. Evans presided. A presentation of books was made to Mr W. Owen (Lloyd's Bank), who is leaving for Carnarvon. BIBLE SOCIETY.—Mr A. H. Jones (Dolanog) presided over the yearly meeting of the Welshpool branch of the British and Foreign Bible Society in the Town Hall, on Sunday night. Mr Richard Powell, as secretary, gave his yearly report and the Rev. D. C. Edwards, M.A., of Llanbtdr, delivered his yearly address as the Society's' deputation. FATAL FEVER.—A case of typhoid fever in the town resulted last Tuesday afternoon in the patient's death. ON THE CANAL.—The 58 canal boats which Inspector William Wynne visited in Welsh- pool during last year, contained 86 men, 38 women, and 28 children. All was satis- factory. MUNICIPAL LOAN-The Town Clerk has been unable to negotiate a loan of zV.1,000 for the Council at a lower rate of interest than 35 per cent., and last Friday the Council agreed to those terms. The money- lender's name was not mentioned. SHELVED ?--The Sanitary Committee has received and the Town Council last Fridav approved a proposal to lay on the t-able" a letter from the Local Government Board forwarding a memorandum in explanation of the Housing and Town Planning Act of 1909. A CHILD'S PERIL.—During the severe storm last. Thursday some bricks were blown from the Conservative Club chimnev into the yard of Dr and Mrs Arthur èrump. They fell through the skylight and on to the hood of a perambulator, where Dr and Mrs Crump's little child was sleeping. It had a miraculous escape from iiijury. During the same storm one of the large trees in Powis Castle gardens was blown down, and damaged the potato house. Mr William Jones, a gardener, had only just passed when the tree collapsed. ANOTHER CHARLES HOWELL MEMORIAL.- From Mr Llewelyn Howell the Borough Council received a letter last Friday, stat- ing the desire of his sister and himself to give to the town in memory of their late brother-Mr Charles Howell—a granite drinking fountain for cattle. Through the courtesy of the Canal Company, a site was available adjoining Berriew-road and the canal, nearly opposite Traethlawn. If, added Mr Howell, the work met the ap- proval of the Council, the work would be taken in hand at an early date, and handed over to the Town Council.—The Town Coun- cil inspected the plan, which accompanied the offer, and the Mayor (Councillor T. J. Evans) moved, Alderman Wyke seconded, and Councillor Bond supported the vote of thanks and gratitude to the Howell family for their offer. DEFECTIVE SANITATION ?—The last Bor- ough Sanitary Committee received a letter from Dr George Skinner, complaining of certain defects in Cobden-street, and asking that they should be remedied. The Medical Officer (Dr Arthur Crump) reported that a case of diphtheria had occurred at a house in Cobden-street, which had ended fatallv, but he was unable to state whether the di- sease was imported or was caused by de- fective drains. The committee resolved that the Sanitary Inspector obtain tenders for smoke-testing machines bv the next Council meeting. The Medical Offi.-e ralso reported cases of scarlet fever in Clifton- street, one of the patients having disre- gardecl his instructions to remain indoors and having gone ..out to service. The Coun- cil approved last Friday a recommendation Cll the motion of the ex-Mayor (Dr Thomas), seconded by Dr Marston, to institute pro- ceedings under the Public Health Act for wilful exposure. WAI V,J0U,I;NALIST'S DEATH.—A sometime Welshpool journalist passed away at York- ton, Saskatchewan, Canada, on February 4th, in the person of Mr William Dick, M A who was only 46 years of age, and leaves a widow and four young sons. Mr Dick, a native of Dunecht, Aberdeenshire, was educated at Edinburgh University, and re- received his early journalism on the Scots- man. Later, he joined the staff of the 'Pioneer of Allahabad,' where he succeeded Mr Rudyard Kipling as sub-editor. Re- turning to this country, Mr Dick became sub-editor and leader writer of the County Times at Welshpool. During his two and a half years' residence in Montgomeryshire, he was personally very popular with his Press colleagues, whilst his editorial writ- ings, always well-reasoned and devoid of personal invective, readily claimed the re- spectful study of those who disagreed with the Conservative opinion thus expressed. From Welshpool Mr Dick joined the staff of the Liverpool Daily Post,' and was leader writer there for seven vears. In 1904 he was attracted to emigrate from this country to Canada. He began farming in Saskatchewan, and also continued his literary work in the newspapers of Montreal and Winnipeg, until the end came. CHILD'S FUNERAL.-A very pathetic funeral took place in the town on the afternoon of the 10th inst., when the little five-year-old daughter of Mr and Mrs W. H. Davies, Cobden-street, was buried in Christ Church- yard. Many Welshpool tradesmen attended to show their sympathy with the bereaved parents, and Messrs C. I Gwvnne. R- Davies, Syd. Jones, and Thomas Edwards acted as pall bearers. The mourners were the Father and Mother Grandfather (Mr Evan Davies, sen.) the deceased child's two god-mothers (" Aunty Poll and Auntv Al ") Messrs John Ll. Davies, Evan Davies (jun.), Edward, Albert, and Harold Davies (uncles); '< Uncle Johnny" (Welshpool); Cousin Wallace (Llanfyllin), and Cousin Jack (Aldershot). The Rev Douglas Morgan (senior curate) conducted the service, and the little grave was covered with floral tributes. These wreaths came-" In the deepest of sorrows, and with everlasting remembrance of our little darling, Muriel, from Dada and Mother In most loving and lasting memory of my only little grand- daughter, Muriel, from Grand-dad In most loving and everlasting memory of our little darling, Muriel, from her God-mothers, Aunty Poll and Aunty AI" Her Aunties at Waterloo Place" Her Aunty Maggie," Folkestone, Kent; "Her Aunty Sarah and Uncle Charlie," Canterbury Her Uncle Evan" "Her Uncles Albert and Harold"; Her Uncle Jack, Aunty Lily, and her little friend Dolly," Welshpool Uncle Ted, Aunty Gertie," Greenfields Aunty Nell and Cousins," Llanfyllin Gertie Pryce, Rhallt Eva Little Lena," Llanfechain Mrs Roper, Victoria-terrace Mrs Skinner, Cobden-street Dorothy, George, and Connie," Cobden-street Little Alice" and Maria Reboud Mrs I Makepeace Mr and Mrs Wm. Edwards, Abbey-terrace. Glass wreaths were sent by Dick and Aunty Floss" Her little friend, Dolly Lloyd and Mrs Sprackman, Welshpool.

MACHYNLLETH. A SUCCESSFUL Whist Drive took place at the County School on Friday evening, about fifty were present. Messrs. G. Hughes (Mathafarn), and Miss H B. Richards were the successful promoters. The prize winners were Messrs. L. P. Lewis, C. Williams, and Misses P. Thomas and T. Davies. P. S .E. CONCERT.-Another very successful Concert was held at the Town Hall on Saturday evening. Mr W. P. Rowlands occupied the chair, and ably conducted the proceedings. Mr Iorwerth B. Jones is to be congratulated upon the ex- cellency of the programme, many encores being demanded. Miss Jennie E. Humphreys accom- panied. NEW POST OFFICE.—These new premises are to be formally opened on Thursday next. The inhabitants will at last have a building in keeping with^ the dignity of the ancient town of" Mag- lona." The arrangements and fittings generally are up-to-date and more conducive to the general conduct of the business of the btaff The office consists of a spacious public department, with postmaster's private room, large sorting hall, and postmen's rooms on the ground floor with the telegraphic, telephonic, and engineering offices on. the upper floors. The building is situated in a commanding position in the town. The fully qnalified staff are fortunate in having in Mr Thomas Jones a postmaster who combines the good qualities of consideration for those under his control, consistent with the faithful discharge of the duties. It is anticipated that the opening ceremony will be performed by the Chairman members, and officials of the Urban Council SALE OF A PIANO.-An interpleader case was heard by his Honour Judge William Evans at the County Court on Tuesday.—The execution creditor was Grace Jones, Llangadfan, the debtor, Cassie Tomlins, and the claimant, James Tomlins. Mr W. P. Owen, Aberystwyth, appeared for the claimant; Mr A. L. Weir (Messrs Pugh and Jones, Llanfyllin), appearing for the execution creditor, who withdrew subject to payment of costs of execution on a piano.—Mr James Tomlins went into the box, and said the debtor was his wife, from whom he was living apart. While she lived at Cemmaes he allowed her .£1 a week, which he had since stopped. On the 14th March, 1903, he bought a piano at Newtown for X37 lOs, for which he paid in 1904. He did not make a present of the piano to his wife.—In reply to the judge, Mr Owen (referring to a claim which Mr Parry had made to the piano) said the ground of his claim was that Mrs Tomlins had left it in pledge for her lodgings.—The Judge said the- equitable thing would be to divide the cost of execution between Messrs Parry and Tomlins. Mr Owen said he would agree to that if the piano was given up to Mr Tomlins.—Eventually, the Judge made an order for the delivery up of the piano to Mr Tomlins on his paying £ 3 12s Gd, costs of the execution.

CARNO. MESSRS. P. WILSON-JONES & DAVIS held their annual spring cattle sale at Carno on Wednesday last, the catalogue comprised an entry of 120 barrens, bullocks and heifers, and a capital clearance was affected. Barrens made to C14 12s. 6d, 2-year-old bullocks to X14, yearlings to £ 11 15s. Od., a few cows and calves. There was a good sprinkling of dealers and farmers in attendance.

CEFNMAWR. A DEBATE was held at Peniel Chapel on Thurs- day evening, February 11th, subject Should the Veto or the Budget have precedence in the Government Programme Mr Sambrooks opened for the Veto, and Mr W. Evans, Tynyreithin, for the Budget. After an interesting debate, in which several visitors from Newtown took part the voting showed a preference for the Budget.- On Thursday last a paper was read by Miss Evans, Tynyreithin, on (. Unemployment, its cause and remedy." Short speeches were given by Messrs W. Evans, W. Brown, E. Bebb, M. Kairnes, and George Morris.

LLANFAIR-CAEREINION. LECTURB.-The Rev Hywel Edwards, Dyffryn, Merionethshire, gave an able lecture at Moriah Chapel, on Tuesday evening, on Church & State." Rev John Evans presided. The rev lecturer represented the Liberation Society. OBITUARY—Great sympathy is felt with Mr Griffith Jones, Cwm, who buried his third daughter at Llanfair on Friday, when Rev Ivor Griffiths officiated. This was the fourth funeral from the- same house within the last fifteen months, Mr Jones having lost by death his wife and three daughters.

CHURCHSTOKE. OBITUARy-There has passed away at Elm-- burst, Churcbstoke, at the ripe age of 72 years, Elizabeth Marston, widow ot the late Mr R. Maiston, Kings Wood Farm, near Chirbury, who for many years kept the Raven Inn. The funeral took place on Tuesday last, the Vicar conducting the service. The funeral being a public one was largely attended. A large number of wreaths were sent by relatives and friends. Deceased was much respected, for she had a kind word to all she came in contact with.

ABERHAFESP. BIBLE SOCIETY-A meeting of the local branch of the ab-ve was held at the Schoolroom, Bwlchyffridd on Thursday evening, the Rev H. Parry presided. The secretary having read the balance sheet for the year, the Rev J. Alston, deputation from the Parent Society, delivered a. very interesting lecture on the work of the- society. C. OF E. TEMPERANCE SOCIETY-On Friday evening the Rev J. Hamer Lewis Diocesan Inspea- tor of Schools, delivered a lantern lecture at the Church school, on the life of Dr Temple, late Archbishop of Canterbury. There was a good attendance and the lantern which, was kindly lent by the rector was manipulated by Mr 1. Thomas, Pentre. A collection was made at the- close. PARISH COUNCIL—On Friday evening the Conncil met at the Council school, the Rev H. Parry presided. Arising out of the correspond- ence the 4ork was instructed to write to the agent of the Gregynog and Aberhafesp Estates, as to the state of certain Stiles also on a commun- ication from the Clerk to the Education Authority- as to a footpatik on Alltyffynon farm, he was instructed to write to the tenant respecting the. same. The time and date for Parish meeting- were fixed for Saturday, March 12th, at 7-30.

CAERSWS. Many items of local interest are crowded out. THE INMATES' CONCERT—On Thursday evening, Mr P. H. Powell, Newtown, drove to the Work- house to give his annual treat to the inmates of the institution. The entertainment consisted of a lantern lecture, and Miss Ivy Powell also rendered a solo. At the termination of the lecture he wis heartily thanked by the inmates. AUCTION.—The auction on Friday was one of the best we have seen in the Ancient City for some time. Farmers called it a good all round auction." "It was amusing (writes our corre- spondent) to see the sweet smiles sitting on the farmers' faces. One old agricultural bachelor was so delighted that he remarked, By dad, I will soon get a wife.' Others voiced their satis- faction in singing some pretty little ditties, &c." That etceteia we imagine is somewhat compre- hensive. IN MEMORIAM.-We regret to record the death of Mrs Margaret Pryce, widow of the late Mr Richard Pryce, Caersws, which occurred on the 21st ult., at the age of 78 years. The interment took place in Llan- dinam Churchyard. The Rev Darbyshire Roberts, B.A., officiated at the house, and the Vicar of the parish also took part. The funeral (which was a public one) after- wards formed into procession, and marched to Llandinam Church, where the Vicar of the parish and the Rev J. Jones, B.A., vicar of Llanwnog, officiated in the church and at the grave. A memorial service was held in St. Mary's Church, Caersws, the following Sunday evening. Great sympathy is felt for the children of deceased, especially Miss L. Pryce, who so faithfully and tenderly waited upon her mother through her illness. The undertaker was Mr J. Evans, builder, and the coffin was of polished oak with heavy brass mountings. Beautiful wreaths were sent.

I CAPTAIN CHARLES ABBOTT DELMAR, some time of the 9th Lancers, and for 20 years Adjutant of the Old Montgomeryshire Volunteers, died last Tuesday, at New Brighton, aged 88 years.

LLANIDLOES. A full report of Saturday's Territorial Dinner will appear in our next. MARKET PRICES.—Butter, 1/2 to 3/3 per lb.; Eggs, 13 for 1/ Chickens, 5/- a couple ,• Ducks! 6'6 a couple. r 1^0?1!B^L:k-"7~Iilanidloes United were at home to Llandrindod in the 2nd rdund for the Knighton cup A poor game resulted in a draw, no goals being scored. ° INTERNATIONAL.-Mr T P. Hamer, a member of the Llanidloes United, was capped on Saturday for Wales against England. The match was played at Huddersfield on Saturday. TALE OF A LEG.-On Monday at the County Court in a judgment summons case, the defend- ant s wife had written the Registrar (Mr Arthur Davies). The following is an extract from the letter: My husband is suffering from a very bad leg, and I am not sure that it will not have to come off." The complainant said he had seen him a few days before and he was alright then. WHERE RENTS ARE Low.- At the County Court on Monday, D. Rees, Llanidloes, sued D. T Ed wardTyl wch, for £ 2 18s the rent due to December 16th. A counter claim had been made out for .£2 17s 3d, the cost of storing furniture. Defendant had to pay, and was allowed a nu nth. Ihe counter claim, his Honour declared, was "all moonshine," and was dismissed. In the course of evidence it was stated that plaintiff paid 2s a week rent for an eight roomed house, and Mr William (rtorge said that houses were sometimes let still cheaper at Tylwch.

The Gro Tumps. Sir,—Will you permit me to point out two small blemishes in the letter which you so kindly printed for me last week ? The n Gro Lumps" should be the Gro Tumps. Tumps being a local form of the Latin Tumuli (Mounds), which appeal- so frequently in the Ordnance Survey Map to mark similar earthworks. The late Mr Richard Williams. F.R.Hist.S,, ascribed the Gro Tumps, which are. now part of the Golf Links, to the period succeed- ing the Norman Conquest of 1066, The early English architecture, which I men- tioned in your last issue (date 1200), is to be frmncl in Llanidloes Church, where it is supposed to have been taken from the Radnorshire Abbey Cwm Hir. —I am, with apologies for trespassing np^n youc valuable spaoe, yours, BASIL EVAN JONES.