The Brecon Radnor Express Carmarthen and Swansea Valley Gazette and Brynmawr District Advertiser

GARTH. DEATH.—Another death occurred in the district on Friday, viz., of Mr John Pugh, Tynffos, at the comparatively early age of 54 years. The late Mr Pugh was a member and deacon of Olewydd Congregational Church, and a man of sterling qualities. He was a -representative of an old agricultural family, whose associations in the neighbourhood date back many years. The de- ceased gentleman was much beloved by his friends ,and neighbours, and his demise will be a distinct loss to the locality. The funeral-a large one—took place at "Ofèwydd" on Wednes- day afternoon, Rev. D. A. Griffith. C.C.. offi- ciating. OBITUARY.—Mr J. Jones (Rhosgilwern) passed away—after a prolonged illness—on .the 21st inst. at the age of 70 years. The deceased gen- tleman was, until three years ago. a member of Builth Board of Guardians 'and vice-chairman of Builth Rural Council. The late Mr Jones was highly respected and was a member and deacon of Olewydd Congregational Church. He was an agriculturist of repute, and, years ago. served on the old School Board. Mr Jones was of a quiet and retiring disposition, but an excellent friend and neighbour. The funeral took place at "Olewydd" on Friday afternoon, when a large number. of district farmers and inhabitants gener- ally abtended to pay their final tribute of respect. Rev. D. A. Griffith. C.C. 'pastor) officiated. Beautiful wreaths and flowers were laid on the urave.

BUILTH WELLS. I Morris's Shilling Margarine. Simply Delicious. Fresh ground coffee,1/8 per lb.-Davies, Bros. We don't keep good boots, we sell them.—Wylee Bros. "Isaac Price and Co., Cloth Hall, for French a.nd English Millinery." 612 POLICE ITEM.—P.c. Williams, who -left the town recently, (has now been succeeded by P.c. W. Dew. EXEMPTIONS.—Several dog-exemptions were al- lowed to farmers (entitled) at the police court here on Monday. SANITARY.—Lord Glanuak (through his agent) has given permission for the erection of an air- shaft in Oaklands. INDISPOSED.—Mr Thomas Pugh (New Building) has been indisposed and unable to leave his home for the past fortnight. PERSONAL.—Mr C. G. Inglis (Glanwye) and Dr. Rhys Davies (Trys Buallt) have been ap- pointed local commissioners of income tax. PERSONAL. Members of the local C.L.B. Training Corps regret the departure of Lieut. C. Bowen-Hamer, who has just joined the col- ours. To FARM HANDS.—Do you want a Canadian Government free farm, or a ready-made "C.P.R." farm? If so, call and see Mr G. E. Sayce, Fern Lea (agent for "C.P.R." and "Royal" lines.) TEA.—This week's tea at Alpha Church was given by Miss Richards (Llanelwedd). There was a large attendance, and the proceeds were to augment church funds. MERCY.—Mrs P. Collier (Cloverley) has been doing excellent work among the children of the local branch of the Band of Mercy this winter. She has organised lectures and entertainments, and the movement is now going "full swing." NOTICE.—Owing to Mr W. F. Williams, our district reporter, having joined the colours, all ad- vertisements, news-correspondence, notification of meetings, etc., should now be addressed to Mr Austin Jones, Fern Lea. TRANSFER.—At Colwyn petty sessions, on Mon- day, the licence of Bridgend Inn, Howev, was transferred from the late Mrs Powell to her son, Mr William Powell. The justices present were Messrs. T. Davies (in the chair) and J. L. Dav- ies. SPECIAL PREACHI:R.-Itev. George Lewis, B.A. (Memorial College, Brecon) occupied the pulpit (morning and evening) at Horeb Congregational Church on Sunday. He addressed the children in the afternoon, and greatly interested them on his recent Y.M.C.A. experiences in France. PERSONAL.—Principal Lewis (Memorial Col- lege. Brecon) will occupy the pulpits at Salem, Cefnybedd and Builth Congregational Churches on Sunday. He will preach at Salem in the morning, Cefnybedd in the afternooi. and Builth at night. Collections are for the Memorial Col- lege Funds. CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOUR.—Horeb Christian En- deavour Society' met on Thursday. An instruc- tive paper was read by Miss Nellie Davies, the subject being, "The Ministry of Symbols—the ?Tr Tom Jones oon- Pillars of Cloud and Fire." Mr Tom Jones con- ducted the meeting, and Miss S. M. Jenkins pre- sided at the organ. LOCAL WILL.—Lieut. Richard Bowen Woosnam (6th Battalion the Worcestershire Regiment), who was killed in the Dardanelles on June 4th last, aged 34 years, son of the late Bowen P. Woos- nam. of Tyn-y-graig, Builth. left property of the value of X9,272, all df which he willed to his sisters. Kate Marjorie Hawkslev and Florence Gwendoline Lloyd. SALE.—Mr J. A. Evans (auctioneer) conducted a successful furniture sale for Mrs Boulter (C-oed- y-bryn) at Foresters' Hall on Monday. There was a large attendance, and the articles, offered, fetched good prices. Mrs Boulter was the wife of the late Mr Theophilus Boulter, and her depart- ure from the town-after so many years' sojourn —is a source of general regret. HOME AGAIN.—Sergt. Douglas Lloyd, of Kil- ona, British Columbia, arrived home on Wed- nesday night. Sergt. Lloyd, who has seen con- siderable active service in France, belonged to a Canadian regiment, and had the misfortune to be "gassed" at Ypres. He was rendered to- tally unfit for further service, and received his discharge (on pension) in January. Sergt. Lloyd hopes to settle down with his wife and son in the Wyeside town. 'MILITARY.—Sgt.-Major A. W. Davies (Army Service Corps), son of Mrs Davies, Silverdale, and brother of Mr J. S. Davies (of 'Messrs. J. Bibby & Sons, Ltd.), arrived home from the front in France by the first train on Tuesday. Sgt.- Major Davies's furlough extends till Monday, and his many friends in Builth, where he is now well-known, are delighted to see him looking so fit and we'll. Sgt.-Major Davies has been on ac- tive service thirteen months, and has under- gone and witnessed some thrilling experiences. LANGUAGE.—At the police court, on Monday. Sarah Rosser, Bank Square, was summoned for using threatening and abusive language on Bank Square on the 22nd inst. P.s. G. Davies said that about 7.30 p.m. on the date in question, he saw defendant on the Square. She was under the influence of drink and used bad and threaten- ing language towards her brother and his wife. There were several children about at the time, and these included her own. A fine of 7/ in- clusive, was imposed, and defendant was allowed 7 days to jpay. BAND OF MERCY.—This society held its foit- nightly meeting at Church Hall on Tuesday, when Mr C. J. Wearn (Gwynfryn) delivered an in- structive lecture on the work of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. There was a large attendance of juveniles, and older people are heartily invited to attend. At the close of the proceedings, Mrs Collier (Cloverley), in a brief speech, thanked the speaker for his lec- ture, remarking 'that he had been very kind to sacrifice his own personal plealhres in order to speak to them. Mr Wearn was going to give a prize to the composer of the best essay on his speech there that night, and hoped it would prove a popular competition. RIDDLED WITH SHRAPNEL.—Mr T. Campbell, who is now spending a few days with his brother, Mr James Oampbell (Rathbone. Buillth Wells), came over from Vancouver, British Columbia, with a draft of the 47th Battalion and sent to re- inforce the 7th Battalion of the 1st Contingent of Canadiahs. Mr Campbell is over military age and has been in British Columbia for 14 years. He has been at the front 'four months, and, dur- ing the battle of Loos, was with his battalion holding the right flank. He had since been Wounded at Pleug SteOrt. Belgium, and laid up in hospital two months in France, where he had 32 pieces of Shrapnel removed from head to foot, and has still one piece in 'his leg, and four pieces .m Ins (face, causing him to lose the sight of his left eye. Mr Campbell is now ,stat,ioned at Hythe, Kent. I AFFILIATION.—Before Messrs. Gilbert Eadie (in. the chair) and T. Williams at the police court, on Monday. Jane Annie Williams, Tyncoed, Llanafanfawr, single-woman, summoned Alfred Stanley Draper, formerly farm-servant at -the Xoyadd. Rhosferig, and enow in the Army, to show cause, ,etc. Complainant stated the facts, ob- serving that she and defendant were in service at the Noyadd together. Complainant's story was supported by her uncle, Mr T. C. Davies (Llanwityd), who said Draper admitted the pater- nity to him. Defendant .earned R20 per annum indoors when in farm-service. The girl was an orphan and this was why the uncle interested 'himself in the case. An order, requiring Draper to pay 2/6 per week till the child was fourteen, was made against defendant. Costs, amounting to Rl lis 6d, were also ordered to be paid. THE KINO.—The following is a synopsis of the seventeenth episode of "The Exploits of Elaine," entitled "The Watching Eye," which is being shown at the Kino this week. In Wu Fang and wily confederate, Long Sin, Craig Kennedy seems to have found an opposition worthy of his tem- pered metal. Wi'th Elaine kidnapped, and no clue to work ton but a. meaningless cryptic ring, the great scientific detective feels the necessity for -his most concentrated thought. Aunt Jose- phine is the recipient of a huge vase, at the bot- tom of which Kennedy finds a note from Elaine, saying she is as yet un-harmed. and instructing him, if he would save her, to deliver the Cryptic Ring that night at an appointed place. Kennedy forges a ring the counterpart of the original, hop- ing thereby to trick the crafty Chinaman, but out of the side of the gigantic vase peers the crafty eye of the artful heathen, and unknown to him. Kennedy's plans are blil ,,Iited in the .making. Events then follow quickly. Kennedy is trying to double cross the Tongs, is himself checkmated,. and barely escapes with his life when he goes to I barter the fake ring for Elaine. The ring, how- ever. proves the "Open Sesame" to the under- ground treasure vault of the late Clutching Hand, although small comfort in consideration of Elaine's probable fate.

HAY. I 21 varieties of garden-seeds for 2/6 (all tested- carriage paid).—Lane, Peterchurch. 416 NEW CURATE.-ReV. William Hughes, B.A. (St. John's Hall, University of Durham) has just been licensed to the curacy of Clyro with Bet'tws Clyro. MISSION.—Rev. F. Aveling, a chaplain to the Missions to Seamen Society, recently preached and collected nearly £ 8 towards the fund of his society. PERSONAL.—Miss Honor Hendy (daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry, Conygar, Cusop) has just arrived home from Australia, where she had been for the last six years. OBITUARY.—The death occurred at her home at Whitty Mill, near Clyro, on Sunday, of Mrs Harris. The funeral took place at Clyro Church on Wednesday, Rev. D. S. Evans (Baptist minis- ter) officiating. The late Mrs Harris was a highly respected inhabitant of the parish, and a very faithful member of Broaith Baptist Church. TRIBUNAL.—Painscastle Tribunal met on Sat- urday. Present were Revs. Hubert G. Griffith (chairman) and Dd. Morgan and Messrs. James Gu uter, W. Moses, A. Challoner, Edwin Lewis and T. Halstead (military representative). Thirteen appeals were considered. Only one was refused. Six appellants were granted absolute exemptions, four temporary, and the remaining two appeals were adjourned. FORMER STATIO-IMASTFR.-The death has oc- curred at Morecanibe, of Mr Wm. Brown (for- merly Midland Railway staltionmiaster) Mr Brown, after his removal from Hay, 37 years ago, was sit at ion ed at Kettering, and from there trans- ferred to the important position of stationmaster at Leeds, retiring .some four or five years ago, and taking up his abode at Morecambe. MILITARY.—Despatch Rider W. Lett-Iey, Royal Engineers (son-in-law of Mr and Mrs J. M. Maddy, Market .Square, Hay) has been promoted corporal. Another son, Rupert Maddy. has join- ed the 'Motor Machine Gun Section of the Miach- ine Gun Corps. His eldest brother, Pte. Donald Maddy. joined the service a year ago and has ex- perienced trench life in France for some time. Cusop APPEALS.—At Abbeydore Tribunal, on Thursday, 'the appeals were heard of the sons of Mr William Lewis (71), The Birches, Cusop, viz., Messrs. Wm. Lewis, junior, and James Lewis. Appellants, who had not attested, were seated to .have made previous applications, land described themselves differently on each occasion. The military representative said the farm was 300 acres, and suggested one son should go. Both sons were single. Appellants were postponed for one month, which, in effect, meanit three. BI,FFALOIS-M.-As briefly recorded in our last issue, the Welsh Border Lodge of the Royal An- tediluvian Order of Buffaloes had a red-letter day on Tuesday of last Week. when Grand .Secretary (England) W. H. Rose, R.O.H.. attended to con- fer the highest degree of the Order, viz., "Roll of Honour," on G. Lloyd, K.O.M. A recipient of such an honour, which takes some years to ob- tain, must have worked arduously to further the cause of Buffaloism, whose objects, are philan- throphv and conviviality and the bringing to- gether of its brethren for mutual intercourse and encouragement. This is the second brother to receive this high degree in the Welsh Border Lodge. Two other '.brothers also had .the honour of being raised to the second degree' by the Grand Secretary. After performing the beautiful ceremony, the Grand Secretary addressed the Lodge, the attendance at which was very good, indeed, numbering close on 60. He said it was the duty of every member to attend his own parti- cular lodge regularly and to keep things going for our soldier brethren on their return. The Grand 'Secretary called upon Worthy Bro. Rev. Jeffreys de Winton to give the toast of the even- ing. Bro. T. J. Stokoe. C.P., .then proposed a hearty vote of thanks to the visitors, viz., David Phillips, K.O.M. CWye Lodge, Hereford), R. Parrv, C.P. (secretary of Usk Lodge, Brecon), and A. R. Lawson. C.P. (secretary, Wye Lodge, Hereford) for their kindness in attending on so notable an occasion.

LLANWRTYD WELLS. I Save Monev-Buy Margarine at Price, Gwalia. 338 RECRUIT.—Mr T. Pickering (Irfona 'Cottage) has joined the Transport Service Corps, and left on Tuesday for Newport. Spring Cleaning.-For Paper Hangings of every variety, Paints, Colours, Varnishes, Household and other Brushes of every description, see Lewis's Hardware Department. v 383 FISHING.—Several of our local fishermen, dur- ing the last few days, have succeeded in catching a lot Jf trout in the river Irfon, and it is re- ported that the fiililrlg is better this season than it has been for many years. TRIBUNAL.—Mr R. D. Jones presided at a meet- ing of the Urban Tribunal on Friday. Others present were Messrs. J. Davies, E. Price and T. Evans. There were only three applications, and a short periods was granted in each case. CAPTAIN PHILIPPS -—Lord St. David's received a letter from his son, Capt. Roland Philipps, who was wounded on March 2nd, on Monday, stating he had sufficiently recovered to be able to re-join his company in France. URBAN COUNCIL.—At a special meeting of this council, on Friday. Mr Nathaniel Evans presid- ing, Dr. P. Tarbet again applied for release to join the R.A.M.C. The council assented, provid- ed he would find a substitute to carry on the medical-oiffcership duties of the council. LECTURE.—At the Congregational Chapel, on Thursday evening, a lecture was delivered by Professor Joseph Jones. M.A., B.D.. of Brecon, on "Civilisation'.s indebtedness to small nations." The chair was taken by the Rev. R. James, in the unavoidable absence of Dr. Rees Davies, Builth Wells, who was expected to preside. There was a large gathering, and the very able and interesting lecture was 'appreciated by all present. A vote of thanks was proposed by Mr Jones, .superintendent of" the Sunday school (Leamington House), and seconded by Mr I. Wil- liams. Mr D. R. Gay (Council School) also spoke. The proceeds were in aid of the Sunday school.

CWMRHOS. I OBITUARY.—We regret to record the death, from pneumonia, of Mabel Margaret Morris, the 17 months' old child of Mr and Mrs Morris, CWmforest, Talgarth. The funeral took place on the 23rd insft., 0 when the remains were interred at Cwmrhos burial-ground. The chief mourners were Mr and Mrs Morris (father and mother), Gwynoth, lemrys, Phillip, Glyn and Brinley (brothers and sisters). Mr and Mrs Morris, (Blaenaumawr (grandfather and grandmother), Mr and Mrs Morgan (Torgwm), Mr and Mrs Griffiths (Penceiau), Mr and Mrs Griffiths (Revel), Mr and Mrs Griffiths (Pentwyn), Mr •and Mrs Griffiths (Pentwern), Messrs. C. and P. Morris, Mrs Morris (Pencelly) and Miss Morris (Blaen'aumawr). Rev. D. Llovd took the service alt Cwmrhos.

LLANFIHANGEL-TALYLLYN. I AIRCRAFT RAIDS.—Insurance against damage by Aircraft can be effected with W. Williams, Gen- eral Insurance Broker and Agent, Bryncelyn, Sennybridge, and 6, Bulwark, Brecon. All policies issued under Government Guarantee. 528 PROMOTION.—Sapper Llewelyn Rogers (Royal Engineers) has been promoted to the rank of corporal. Prior to joining the forces lie was traffic manager to Messrs. William Morris, Ltd., Railway Waggon and Colliery Proprietors, Car- d'iff and Chesterfield. Sapper Rogers is the son- in-'law of the late Mr David Jones, postmaster, Llyswen, and a nephew of Mr Edward Rogers, Llanbister. He sailed for Salonika last week, and was home at Talyllyn a month ago for four days' furlough, 'when he looked fit and well.

LLANYNIS. J COUNCIL 'SCHOOL.—The children, attending this school, recently collected Xl 16s 2d towards the National Belgian Relief Fund. A prize was offered by Mrs C. W. Woosnam (CefnUys- gwynne) to the one who had the largest amount. The prize, "Queen Mary's Gift Book," was awarded to Master Idris Hamer (Coedcowin), who collected 4/9.

CEFN-COED. I BILLIARD MATCH.—A biliard match was played at Merthyr Y.M.C.A. on Wednesday, the compet- ing teams being Y.M.C.A. and Merthyr Library. Result was a win for the Library by 170. Scores :-Library, 1,123; Y.M.C.A., 953. FUNERAL.—The funeral took place at Hfen-dy- Cwrdd, on Wednesday, of Miss Ann Rees, one of Cefn's oldest inhabitants. Rev. J. Carrara Davies was the officiating minister, and decea-s- I ed was 71 yea.rs of age. CYFARTHFA WORKS. -Prospects of Cyfarthfa Iron and Steel Works being re-started in a com- paratively short time seem to be very bright. True, matters mig.ht only be on a. small scale, but, no doubt, once a. stride forward has been ihade developments will follow, and once again this famous centre of industry might resume its place in the forefront of the industries of the country. WOUNDED.-Capt. -R,. T. Evans (Vaynor Road), an officer of the 2nd Gwent Battalion, has been Wounded in action and is now in hospital in France. Capt. Evans, who is a first-class hon- ours man, was engaged as economic assistant to Col. David Davies, M.P. He enlisted as -a, pri- vate soon after war was declared, but was later granted a commission, and, within a few months, was promoted to the rank of first lieutenant, afterwards receiving his captaincy.

I BRYNMAWR. I PERSONAL.—Captain R. T. Evans. (2nd Gwent Battalion, South Wales Borderers), who .has been wounded in action, is a. native of Brynmawr. He enlisted as a private, but has gained rapid promotion. COULDN'T STOP IT.—George Thomas, 30, motor- driver, was fined 20/- at Blaina, on Friday, for leaving a motor on the highway without having taken precaution to prevent it starting. P.c. Medlicot stated there was a lad, aged 13, in the car which went past the police station, and near- ly collided with another vehicle. The lad was shouting, "I can't stop it." Eventually, it went against the kerbstone and was stopped. The en- gine had 'been left running.

SENNYBRIDGE. I Motoi Cars for hire, day or night. New and second-hand Cars and Motor Cycles supplied for I cash or easy terms.-W. Boxhall, Sennybridge. 495

KNIGHTON. I PERSONAL.—Pte. A. E. Wilde (Skyborry) join- ed the Herefordshire Territorials last week. War on Winter Coats, also all other Winter Goods reduced.—Price's, 3, Bridge street. 270 HAMAR'S PURE TEA AND FRESH GROUND COFFEE ARE THE BEST. 534 Advertisements, news items etc., for the "Rad- nor Express" should be sent to our representa- tive, Mr W. Phillips, 7, Castle road. Look for the sign, "Clock House, Broad street, Knighton. Best house for watch, clock and jewellery repairs. Large selection of gold and silver jewellery, electro-plate, &c., in stock.— E. J. Pullen. PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHURCH.—Mr A. E. Owen presided over a well-attended meeting of the Christian Endeavour Society on Thursday evening, when an excellent paper on "Divine Guidance" was given by the Rev. J. H. Veal, and much appreciated. Miss Isabel Cartwright dis- charged the duties of organist. VICTORIA ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH.—Miss Gladys Jones was the president at the Young People's meeting on Wednesday evening; Miss Mary Ben- nett contributed a solo and the singing was ac- companied by Miss Davies. A highly instructive paper entitled, "Zacohaeus" was given by Mr W. Jordan, and an interesting discussion ensued, in which Mr Richards and the Rev. T. R. Broad took part. A good choice of suitable goods for presents can always be found on sale at Harris's, Broad Street, Knighton, who make a speciality of up-to-date sil- ver-plated goods, suitable for wedding presents; also the largest stock in the district of wedding and engagement rings. Watches of all kinds in great variety. Radium dial wristlet watches for soldiers showing the time night and day. Splendid selection of china, tea, dinner and toilet sets, the best of everything at the lowest price at Harris's. LENTEN LECTURES .—The Vicar gave the third of his lectures during Lent in the National School on Friday evening, when the subject was "The Melanesean Mission," founded by Bishop Selwyn, in the South Sea Island. The lecturer dealt in a very interesting manner with the martyrdom of Bishop Patteson, and the lectures, which are being well attended, are thoroughly enjoyed. Mr G. M. Perkins manipulates the lantern, and each lecture, suitably adapted, is given to an audience of children earlier in the evening. ■bociAL.—A social, which took the iorm of a coffee supper and musical entertainment, was held at Victoria Road Schoolroom on Friday even- ing, the proceeds being devoted to the Church funds. The effort was highly successful in every way, and ample provision was supplied gratis by generous friends. The tea-makers and their as- sistants were Mrs Anthony, Mrs Lewis, Mrs Drury, Mrs Baker, the Misses M. Davies, M. Hopton, Gladys Jones and L. Jones, and Mrs Brookes and others. A musical entertainment was afterwards presided over by Rev. T. R. Broad, and those who took part were :-Solos and duets, Miss Isabel Cartwright, Miss D. Hughes, Misses M. and H. Hughes, Mrs Mere- dith, Messrs. Morris, P. Felton and W. Hughes, and Rev. T. R. Broad. Recitations were given by Miss M. Bennett and Miss Ruth Richards, a.nd the thanks of the Church to all who had as- sisted were voiced by the pastor at the close of a most enjoyable evening.

GLASCWM. OBITGARy.-The death occurred, o. the 17th inst., of Mr John Beavan Vaughan at the age of 72 years.

PENYBONT. ,LAMBS.—Mr Griffiths, Cellws farm, has had eight lambs with two owes. Seven of the lambs are doing well.

PRESTEIGN. JOINED.—Mr H. Turner (Gumma Discoed) has just joined the Herefordshire Territorials. Wanted 18-20 stone well-fed pigs for next 6 of 8 weeks.—Apply, Sparey's General Supply Stores, Presteign, Bads.

LEINTWARDINE. FU.I;MAL.-The remains of Mr Walter Evans (Adforton) were interred at the cemetery. Rev. J. W. Colvin officiating. MISSIONS.—The foreign missionary meeting was held at the Primitive Methodist Church, when Rev. J. L. Harry (Birmingham) pleaded on behalf of the Oentral African Stations.

LLANDRINDOD WELLS. Don't cast aside your old friends. Your um- brellas repaired, recovered and made like new at J. Phillips's, Walsall House, Middleton Street. 380 CATHOLIC ENTERTAINMENT. On Thursday, 16tih inst., an entertainment was given in the parlour of the Romaji Catholic Presbytery in hon- our of St. Patrick and St. David. The songs were for the most part Irish and Welsh, while a friend ftom Builth Wells, Mr S. Organ, gave on the violin some beautiful selections of WelsD airs. Among the songs were "Hail, Glorioul St. Patrick," chorus; "The West's Awake" anl "The Bells of Shandon, Private Smith, R.A.M.C.; "The Harp that once," by Private Clark, who also sang in French "The Marseil- laise" "Sympathy," Miss Phyllis Gough: "Th dear little iShamrock," chorus; "Ora Pro Nobis." ra Pro -N o b i s Miss Ashley, accompanied by Mr R. AshJey; re- citation, "The Frenchman and the Rats" (humor- ous), Pte. Smith; "Come back to Erin." Miss M. O'Connor. Other Irish pieces were "The Moun- tains of Mourne" and "Fa.rewell. but When- ever," while Pte. Walter rendered in Welsh the air, "Bugeilio'r Gwenith." Miss Kimberley sang, also in Welsh, "Hen wlad fy nhadau," and "Dear St. David" was sung in chorus. The whole ooncert illustrated what the Rev. T. Kane, in his little speech, said of the spiritual harmony that existed between St. Patrick and St. David and the kinship of music between the Irish and WTelsh, the former surpassing the pathos and ten- derness even of the tender and pathetic Welsh music, and the latter excelling the Irish, as most other nations, in the grandeur of their war songs. During the evening refreshments were served. SPECIAL PETTY SESSIONS.—A special petty ses- sions was held at the County Buildings on Satur- day morning, when the magistrates present were Messrs. T. Thomas-Moore (chairman), J. O. Jen- kins, (Dr.) J. Morgan Evans, J. O. Watkins, Joseph Watkins, Joseph Hurst, Jeffrey Jones, Robert Page, and Tom Norton, with the Magis- trates Clerk (Mr E. Powell Careless).—The meeting was convened for the purpose of con- lering the new regulations which the Central Liço1" 'Control Hoard has put in force in various parts of the country, and which are to be con- sidered 'for the Central Wales area at an inquiry to be held at Aberystwyth.—It was decided to consider that matter in committee, and after a discussion lasting about 11 hours, the following report was communicated to the Press representa- tives :—"After fully considering the matter, the following resolution was passed by seven votes to two, viz., "That we strongly approve of the specimen copy of the recent Order now before us, and are of opinion that it should be extended to this area provided that the same is extended to the whole of the United Kingdom, and that per- sons bona fide staying and residing in licensed premises shall be exempt from the provisions of the Order restricting the powers of sale and con- sumption of intoxicating liquors on those premis- es." It was further resolved that the Deputy Chief Constable should present this resolution to the delegation of the Centra-I Control Board ab- out to meet at Aberystwyth.'

BRECON. ) CAPTURED GUN.—We understand that a Ger- man captured gun will be on view on the Bul- wark. Brecon, next Friday. Seed Potatoes. Seed Potatoes. 12 good sorts TO select from. Price list on Application.- Quarrell, Brecon HOSPITAL FOR FOUNTAIN PENS.—AUY make Pen quickly and cheaply repaired. A. Hughes and Son, Stationers. 683 MILITARY.—We learn that Lieut. Cress Rich, 3rd South Staffordshire Regiment, son of Alder- man Rich, Brecon, has been transferred to the 'M'achine Gun Corps. For Chaffcutters, Pulpers and other Imple- ments, "at before War Prices, inspect the stock at Breconshire Coal & Lime Co., Ltd. (Wharf and Market), Brecon. 397 Better Butter means a better breakfast, and butter is good for the system. Best New Zea- land butter at only 1/6 per pound.-Morris, Bridge Street. NOTICE.—Organisers and others, wishing to have Brecon meetings and matters of public interest re- ported in the "Express are respectfully invited to communicate with the Editor. BILLETING.—The number of Yeomanry have been increased at Slwch camp by a. large draft of men who arrived from the East Coast on Fri- day, and a number of the troops are nowbilleted out in private houses in Brecon. ABSENTEE-An absence named Pritehard, (from the 50th Provisional Battalion stationed at Sketty, was arrested by P.c. Prosser at Brecon on Monday. A remand was ordered by the magistrates to await an escort. NOTICE.—Samuel Perry (late J. Perry), Posting Master, Brecon. Excellent Glass and Covered Hearse. Carriages of every Reason- able Charges. All orders, left at 32, Watton, Brecon, promptly attended to. b584 APPOINTMENT OF OVKRSFSIS.-THE follow isg overseers were appointed by the BRorough Justi on Mondav. St. John's parish Messrs. G. Child s and Lewis Meredith; St. David's Messrs Beverley Jones and Charles St. Marys: Messrs. David Morgan and E. A. Watts. The West Breconshire Farmers' Association Ltd.. 8, Ship street, Brecon, dealers in coal, lime, manure, flour, corn, meal, agncnWl imple- ments and ironmongery of every description. Branches Sennybridge, Cradoc Talyllyn, and Talybont-on-Usk. Deliveries arranged by our own carts. Prices on application. SALE OF A FARM.-Mr ?- J\Price (of Messrs. David and W. J. Price) sold by auction &t the Wellington Hdtel, on Fr?ida?_ ?Cil?rdig farm, LlandeFa ne, 1-58 cres. i*nt -C% The ,lot was knocked down after brisk blddmg to Mr T. P. Rose Richards, Velinewydd and Swansea, for £ 1.900, and the timber for £ >17. The solicitors were Messrs. Jeffreys and Powell. OBITUARY-We regret to announce the death which took place at Pr?-y Villa on Monday, after a. comparatively short ?ness   F Thomas, daughter of Mrs Tudor and step-dIaugh- ter of the late Mr John Tudor The deceased young lady had a wide circle of friends in Brecon, and deep sympathy is extended to Mrs Tudor and family in their bereavement. RATE APPLICATIONS.Excusals for the payment of the Poor Kate were granted in several cases at the Borough Police Court on Monday. Among11 these were the rates on the Belgian Refugee Hos tel the Watton. Three persons were summoned fby Mr Larkin, assistant overseer, for non-pay- ment of rates. Two of these summonses were, withdrawn and in THE other case an order was made for immediate payment of the amount with costs. AGRICULTU-RAL.-Writing an the CUrreAt issue of the "'Mark Lane Express, Mr W. S. Miller   n?eeks ,hoa.s   back- ward. with very deep sno? lYi? ?on d the upper districts for four weeks, and te ro^s blocked for three weeks in many districts. The work is consequently far bebirid and the 1088 n 9heeP consequently far ?'? be the greyest 'for over .n -the hi)! districts will be the gr,eat  t ? for over forty years. Hay is scarce. Still. store stock and fat stock fetch good prices. A WORD IN SEASON.—Owing to the unsettled condition of the market we have, this year, se- cured our new stock earlier than usual, and are now in a position to sho you a selection of pat- terns in wall papers 'Which, for beauty of design and excellence of colouring, are unsurpassed. Patterns sent by post. Let us know your re- quirements and they shall have our best attention. Distempers by the leading makers and all other requisites for the renovation of the home stocked in great variety at the old address Oscar Watkins, top of Lion Street, Brecon. 729 GOOD NEWS.—The people of Brecon who have ,had the privilege of hearing the paiarpreacher, the Rev. W A Bryan Jones, wi?ll dehg?_hted to ?r ?atbe t shortly pa? visit to Brecon. He wiH conduct the church anani. versary services ?t the LI an fa es Wesleyan Chapel on Sunday, April 2nd. In the afternoon a service will be held at 3.15, and in the evening at 6.15. The services wrll be continued on Monday and Tuesday, and concluded on Wednesday, by an illustrated lec- ture entitled. "Keep the FIres burning. Admission 6d. These meetings will commence at 7.30 p.m. YOU are heartily welcomed to this rare treat. 618 WELSH COMFORTS F?D--? Day in con- nection with this fun was held i? n Brecon on ?Fri- day, having been unavoidably postponed from March 1st Flags and postcards found a ready ?a!e ?nd the SUR^ of,X26 4s 3d was. reused ?ThYe ladies committee, who were responsible for the arrangements, were Mrs (PIFT ent), Mrs Dd. Powell. Mrs Best, Mrs John Mere- dith, Mrs W. Williams. Miss P- P. Williams, Mrs Weaver Price, Miss Meredith, PM_ rs Morgan and Miss Morgan (Llanfaes), Mrs Hedger, Mrs MiaM Edwards. Mrs Musk and Mrs ?T. JS?. Mrs a?M by Mrs Coppage, MRS Jones Parry, Misses Gimson, Heins, Evans, Hedger, Herbert Lidhfield, Hando, Tudor, Pntchard and James. ■Mrs Ithel Thomas acted as hon. sec. PRESENTATIONS.—A meeting to bid farewell to Mr and Mrs 1. Bate, who wit-h their family are leaving the town for PenarthVwas held at the LlanfaesWesleyan Chapel, on Monday evening. Rev. C. A. Harries presided over a good attend- ance. He referred to the good work done by Mr Bate as superintendent, and Mrs Bate as accom- panist and supt. of the primary department. Mr G. C. Nott. Mr W. Morris. Mr J. K. Morgan, and Mr G. Robinson, senior (supt J, also spoke in eulogistic terms of the good work done by Mr and Mrs Bate, wishing them God-speed and every prosperity. Mrs G. Nott made the presentation to Mr and Mrs Bate, of a silver tea-pot and a. purse of money. Mr Bate responding, said the work .had given him great pleasure. He thanked them ,heartily for their kindness and good wishes. Mrs Bate also suitably responded. A presentation of » teacher's Bible was also made to Miss M. Gib- bons, who has been an active worker in the Sun- day school and evening service. Mr G. Robin- son (supt.), made the presentation and the work- ers also added their testimony. The tea-pot was engraved "From Llanfaes Sunday school, 1916/' PERSONAL.—Miss Olive Wheeler, who recently gained the degree of Doctor of Science (London) for research work in psychology, has this week published the results of some of her work in a. book entitled "'Anthropomorphism and Science" (large crown 8vo., 5/- net; publishers Messrs. G. Allen and Urwin). A very favourable review, recognising the "insight and ability" of the au- thor has alreadv appeared in the Times." Dr. Wheeler was formerly a student of Aberystwyth University College, and, while there, gained the degrees of B.Sc. (honours) and M.&. (by re- search). She was elected a Fellow of the Univer- sity of Wales and continued ber researches at London and Paris. tn Paris she had the pri- vilege of forking under M. Berlson, tile great French philosopher. Dr. Wheeier had previously I published "The Basis of Comparative rsy- chology" in the Sociological Review, and s he has also had the honour of reading a paper on her work before the British Psychological Society. She is at present lecturer in education at Chel- tenham Ladies' College. OBITUARY.—The funeral of Mr J. L. Evans, Heol Fawr. Nelson, Glam., who died after a brief illness, took place on the 18th inst., the remains being interred at Llanfabon Church- yard. Deceased, who was in his 33rd year, was ■wef!-known and highly respected, and his .sudden death created a profound sensation in the vil- lage. He was a son of' Mr C. Evans, Market Street, Brecon, but had resided with his aunt at Nelson for the past fifteen years. Deceased took -a greit ntei-esit in the local Male Voice Party, and "waR also a loyal member of the "Major Dow- •desweil" Lodge, R.A.O.B., and the Bristol and West of England Friendly Society. There was a very large attendance at the funeral. The officiating clergymen were the Rev. H. Williams, M.A., rector of Llanfabon, and the Rev. Lilas Evans. Penrhiwceiber, the former at the house and the lamer at the graveside, where the R.A.O.B. burial service was observed. The scene at the graveside was an impressive one, there being 64 brethren from various lodges link- ed together, paying their last tribute of respect to a departed brother. The principal mourners were Mrs Evans, Messrs. W. and A. Evans, Brecon (mother and brothers), Mr and Mrs J. Evans, Treorchy (brother and sister-in-law), Miss Rebecca Bowen, Nelson, Mrs Williams and Mr and Mrs Price, Lock, Brecon; Mr and Mrs Wil- lia.ms, Cefn -lir,and Mrs Evans, Nelson; Mr and Mrs D. Evans, Quaker's Yard; Mr and Mrs R. Parry, Ystrad, Rhondda: Miss Williams, Cardiff; and two of deceased's friends from Brecon. There was a large number of floral tributes. WARDER'S FUNERAL.-A-, briefly reported in our last issue the funeral took place on Saturday week, at Northampton, of Mr John Phillips, 42, Colwyn road, who was a warder at Northampton gaol for about a month. Deceased was 47 years years of age. He was a most efficient officer, had been in the prison service at Brecon for about 20 years, and was 'transferred to Northampton, when the gaol there was taken over for military pur- poses. The first part of the service took place at St. Edmunds Church, the prison chaplain (Rev. J. Evan Hopkins) officiating. The warders act- ed as bearers. The chief mourners were :—Mrs Phillips, wdow; Misses Edith. Gwendoline and Annie Phillips (daughters). Mr David Phillips (son), Mr E. J. Williams (Rhyl, brother-in-law), Mr A. T. Williams, Carmarthen (brother-iin-law), Mrs A. M'ackav, London (sister-in-law), Mrs W- Rothero (Northampton), Mrs Lewis Jones (Bre- Rotliero (Nortl)ajj-i p ton ) con). Wreaths were sent from the following :— "In loving remem brance, from his sorrowing wife and children: "In loving memory," from mother and Rose. Carmarthen; "In deep sym- pathy from Ernest and Jeanie; "In loving me- mory of dear Jack." from Bert; "In loving me- mory," from Alice and Maggie; "In loving re- membrance," from Rev. D. Saunders Jones; "In affectionate remembrance," from Miss Doris and Mr Roy Rothero, Northampton; "In deep sym- pathy." from the chief warders and prison staff, Northampton; "In loving remembrance," from the prison officers and wives, Brecon; "In deep sympathy," from Mrs Chambers and Mrs Grant, Brecon; "In loving remembrance," from neighbours and kind friends at Brecon. The coffin, which was of polished oak, bore the in- scription, "John Phillips. died March 15th, age 47 years. 471p

HIRWAIN. LECTURE.—At Jerusalem. Penderyn. Rev. W. Deri Morgan delivered his humorous lecture on "Uncle George." Rev. Deri Morgan is a native of Hirwain. and is now at Hopkinstown, Pontypridd. Lately, he received a call from Bethel, Brecon. INQUEST.—A verdict of "found drowned" was returned at an inquest here, on Thursday, on Thos. Edwards (62), of Bethel Place. whose body was found in the river Cynon on Monday. De- ceased had done no work for the last eighlt years and had been .in ill-lieallth for some time. OBITUARY.—Mr Thomas Howell Jones (West Scranton, U.S.A.), whose death is announced at the age of 63, was the son of the Rev. D. Jones (Baptist minister, of Star, Pembrokeshire). De- ceased came to Hirwain when young, went to the States 38 years ago. and carried on successfully the business of chemist. OBITUARY.—Mrs Elizabeth Williams (widow of the late Rev. W. J. Williams, Bethel, Hir- wain), died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs D. W. Pugh (Park Road, Roath, Cardiff), and was buried at Pant Cemetery, Dowlais, on the 22nd inst. Deceased leaves two sons, Mr Tom Williams. B.A. (lieadiiilagtc-r of the Intermediate Schools. Brynmawr) and Mr J. Penry Williams. and a daughter, Mrs D. W. Pugh. whose hus- band is on active service. Mrs Williams was highly respected, and a considerable number went from Hirwain to Pant Cemetery. FUNERAL.—The funeral took place at Aberdare Cemetery, on Thursday, of the late Mr David Edwards (Post Office, Cwmdare). Deceased was a, "Methodist of Methodists" and had served as deacon at Gobaith Church (Cwmdare) for a quar- ter of a century. He was for three years trea- surer of the Hirwain Calvinistic Methodist Dis- trict and actted as Monthly Meeting treasurer of the Calvinistic Foreign Mission. He was the founder of the United Free Church Singing Fes- tival, while his public services included a term of 17 years as member on Merthyr Board of Guard- ians.

GLASBUR Y-ON-WYE. J HOSPffAL 'COLLECTIO-Mrs Mortimer Baylis (Parc-Gwyn) has collected C12 for Netley Hos- pital. PERSONAL.—Miss Alice Haynes continues to make satisfactory progress towards recovery in Brecon Infirmary. RIFLE CLUB.—Aid. Edward Butkr (Aberllynfi) is president of this society, whilst Mr James Gunlte.r is vice-president. Mr A. F. Gwynne acits as secretary, and Mr J. H. Ammonds as treasur- er. PERSONAL.-Capt. J. P. -Stel)l)en, C.F., now stationed at Ipswich as chaplain under the Lon- don United Board, 48th Division, is the Rev. J. P. Stephens, B.A., Congregational minister, and I son .of Mr Stephens. Tredurn. near Talgarth. He 'has for a time given up his ministerial duties in order to help in the war. Mr Stephens' many friends in this locality', who recollect him as an old "Hamptonian." will be glad to hear of him thus serving his country, and will wish him well.

I ABEREDW. I MILITARY.—Mr Vaughan Morns (The Mill) joined the colours at Hereford on Thursday. PFMSONAL.N Llessrq. Tom and Lloyd Price sons of Mr Thomas Price, Aberedw), who had been engaged in South Wales collieries, left to join the Royal Engineeras at Chatham one day last week. The Brothers Price are to be engaged on tunnelling work in France. < I

LLYSWEN. FUNERAL.—The funeral of Mr William Rees, whose death was recorded in last issue, was at the parish church on Wednesday afternoon. De- ceased was of advanced years, a pensioner, and had, for some years, lived by himself. LECTURE AXD CONCERT.—A lecture (followed by a concert) was held in the Public Hall on Wed- rresday evening. Proceeds were in aid of the Calvinistic Methodist Church. The lecture, "My Tour to America,was by the Rev. D. Rees (pastor), and proved most interesting. The chair was taken by Mr Howell Powell (Pontybat) and the accompanists were Miss Watkins (Bronllys) and Miss Stephens (Erwood). Bronllys Theatri- cal Party gave four action-songs in excellent style, and the girls, forming the party, were of Bronllys Church and bad been trained by Miss Watkins. The programme was :—Action son, "The Gipsies." Bronllys Theatrical Partv: song. "The Diver." Mr C. Richards (Erwood): song, "Home," Mr Joyce (Bronllys); song. "The Brave Old Oak." Mr Richards: action- song, "Fan," Bronllys Party: song. Mr Jovce: action-song. "Pinafore." Bronllys Party; and finale, "God save the l&ng."

NEWBRIDGE-ON-WYE. I TEMPERANCE.—A temperance meeting, conduct- ed by Rev. H. C. Edwards, was held here on Fri- day night. VISIT.-All members of the R.A.M.C., station- ed at Llandrindod Wells, paid a visit to the vil- lage on Thursday, and stayed there for about half-an-hour. SERVICES.—Lenten services were held at the dhuroh on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Rev. J. H. A. Griffiths (vicar) officiated, and there were large attendances. 'SEWING CLASS.—The village war sewing party are still making good progress. They are now engaged on mittens, mufflers and other hospital requisites. The class meets at the Vicarage Room weekly. WEDDING.—The wedding took place at the par- ish church on Wednesday, of Mr Hayes, The Lodge, Doldowlod, and -Miss Hayes (a cousin). Rev. J. H. A. Griffiths (vicar of Newbridge) per- formed the ceremony. FURLOUGH.—Sergt. T. Bracher, 1st Herefords, and who was wounded while serving at the Dar- danelles, is here on three weeks' furlough. He also suffers badly from rheumatism. PROMOTION.—Lieut. W. Rawson Hughes (bro- ther of Mr D. H. Hughes, schoolmaster) has been promoted to the rank of captain. He is a mem- ber of the Army Service Corps.

I MAESYRHELEM. I SOCIAL.—An excellent social and supper were held in the Schoolroom on Wednesday evening There was an unusually large number of young people present. General arrangements were superintended by Mrs J. Price (Eskirion- wn), Mrs D. A. Stephens (The 'Shop) and Miss A. Kinsey (Ithondale). The tables were most ar- tistically decorated with choice ferns and flowers. The hostesses for the occasion were Mrs W. NichoHs (Maesyrhelem), assisted by Miss Edith Watson, and Mrs T. Watson (Lowerwent), as- sisted by Miss Violet Watson. The programme consisted chiefly of competitive items. For the unpunctuated reading, 9 competitors, first prize was awarded to Mrs J. Price (Eskirondwn). In the button-hole competition for gentlemen there were eight competitors, the prize being given to Mr Bennett, head- master, Llanbister .School. Six entered for the impromptu speeches, and the prize was award- ed to Mr T. Watson, Ddrainllwynhir. The winner on the solo, "Grace Darl- ing," was Miss Hamer, Crachell. In the chief choral competition, "Land of my Fathers," there were two entries, and the prize was divided between the choirs. The respective con- ductors were Mr T. Watson and Mr Bennett. The winner of the solo, "Dolly's revenge," was Mrs T. Williams, The Manse, and solo (selected), Miss James, Gwen- las. The following were the adjudicators :— Reading and speeches, Mr Bennett, Llanbister, and button-hole competition (which evoked roars of laughter from the ladies), Mrs J. Price and Mrs D. Stephens. The successful competitors were presented with their prizes by Mrs P. Kin- sey (Trelwydon) and Miss Kinsey (Ithondale). Mrs Bennett was the accompanist for the even- ing. The social was a decided success, and a most enjoyable evening was spent. The proceed- ings concluded with the Welsh National Anthem.

PAINSCASTLE. I RECOGNITION SERVICES.—Recognition services were held at Zion Congregational Church, New- bridge, on Thursday, of the new pastor, Rev. E. T. Jones, formerly of Painscastle and Rhosgoch. Mr Taylor, Brynmawr (chairman of the Mon- mouthshire Congregational Union), presided, and addresses were given by local ministers and the Revs. Idris Davies, B.A.. and Llewellyn Johns, B.A., Painscastle. Rev. E. T. Jones is a native of Hengell. Newquay, Cardiganshire, and was a student of Carmarthenshire Presbyterian Col- lege.

THREE COCKS. I LOCAL WILL.—Mr John Jacob, of Lyndhurst, Church Road, Hereford, retired chemical manu- facturer, who died on October 23 last, left estate in the United Kingdom valued at zC7,966 17s 8d, of which £1,068 Is 2d is net personalty. Pro- bate of his will, dated December 12, 1906. with a codicil of April 6, 1913, lias been granted to his sons, Mr Arthur Jacob, of Pontithel, Aberllynfi, Three Cocks, chemical manufacturer; Mr Leon- ard Jacob, of Church Road, Hereford, manufac- turer; and Mr Edward Jacob, of Baysham Street, Hereford, chemical manufacturer. Tes- tator left XSO per annum to his daughter, Louisa, and, subject thereto, his estate to his children, John Hier, Arthur, Elizabeth, Leonard, Edward and Hamer, in equal shares.

WHITTON. WEDDING.—At the Baptist Chapel, on Sunday, Mr James Brown was married to Miss Alice Pugh. Rev. W. Jones officiated.

CATHEDINE, FGNERAL. The funeral of the late Mr Edward Davies (School House),'whose death we announced in last issue, took place at the parish church on Thursday afternoon. There was a large attendance of district inhabitants—a- fact which testified to the high esteem in which de- ceased was held. Beauitful floral tributes were placed on the grave.

LLANDOYERY. I GIFTS.-Book-s and cake have recently been sent to the Red Cross Hospital by Mrs Long-Price and Mrs Warren. FURLOUGH.—Among the men in khaki home last week were Pte. W. J. Hendy (King's Royal Rifles) and Pte. Bernard Lewis (Army Service Corps). PERSONAL.—Mr Walter James (auctioneer) has just received a cable 'from his son, Sergt. James (Mounted Brigade), announcing his safe arrival in Egypt. SUCCESS.—Master Ivor Lewis (14-year-old son of Mr D. J. Lewis, Glancrychan) was successful in the recitation for children under 16 years at Llandudnod eisteddfod last week. LECTI 7RES.-Lect tires on poultry-keeping have been given lately at the National School. When the headmaster announced the event a sharp child is said to have asked, "Am I to 'bring a hen to the meeting?" N.U.R.Tbe local branel) of the National Un- ion of Railwaymen recently passed a vote of con- dolence with Councillor W. J. Esmond (chair- man) on thç distressing deaths of his sister and niece, who were passengers on the "Maloja." THE 'LATE MR E. P. LLOYD.—Sympathetic re- ferenecs to the late Mr E. P. Lloyd, J.P., D.L. (Glansevin) were made at the petty sessions here on Friday, and a vote of condolence with the bereaved relatives was passed. The funeral was at Llangadock on Friday afternoon. STEEPLECHASE.—A cross-country steeplechase was run off, on Saturday, by the students of the College, in the presence of a large number of spectators. Results were as follow :Seniors (three miles)—1st, N. E. Evans; 2nd, J. L. Evans; 3rd, M. Ballinger. Twelve competitors. Juniors (two miles)—1st, J. J. Evans; 2nd, J. Llewellyn; 3rd, H. V. Thomas. Thirty-six com- peted. ADULTERATION.—At the police court, on Friday, Mary James, Maesygwanddi, Llandovery, was charged with selling milk adulterated to the ex- tent of 10 per cent. Mr Rhys W. Price, for de- fendant, said she was an invalid. The business was attended to by her son. On the day the sample was taken defendant was obliged to pur- chase milk from another source to make up short- age, and this was added to her own supply, which was sold as it came from the cow. Evi- dence was given by Mr Ceredig Evans (master of the workhouse) to the effect that the milk sup- plied by defendant to the house was always test- ed and found satisfactory. A fine of X7 10s 6d, inclusive, was imposed, Aid. T. Watkins (chair- man) advising defendant to be very careful in future.

SEYEN SISTERS. INQUEST.—Mr Lewis M. Thomas held an in- quest here, on Saturday, on William Williams (coliier, Brynteg Terrace), who met with a fatal accident on the previous Wednesday. Evidence was given that a large stone fell on deceased, causing a fracture of the skull. A verdict of "accidental death" was returned.

LLANBADARN-FYNYDD. WHEELWRIGHT'S AFFAIRS.-Before Mr Preston Robinson (registrar) at Leominster Bankruptcy Court, on the 21st inst., Wm. Hamar, wheel- wright, Rock Cottage, appeared for his public examination. The receiving order was made on debtor's own petition on the 10th ult. Gross lia- bilities were X224 19s Id, the whole of which ex- pected to rank for dividend. Net assets were X34 16s Id, leaving a. deficiency of £189 14s. Debtor attributed his failure to losses on con- tracts. Mr A. Craddock (Messrs. A. E. and E. P. Careless, Llandrindod Wells) appeared for debtor. In reply to questions by the Deputy Offi- cial Receiver, debtor said he was 34 years of age, and commenced trading 12 to 14 years ago, after being apprenticed in the neighbourhood. He started business in an old dis-used cottage without any capital. The district was a scattered one, but the work was sufficient to keep him regularly employed, and, at one time, he employed a man. He commenced some small contracts three years ago. The first was Chapel House £ 320. and others were the village post office £ 13, the Vron farm £ 50, the chapel roof £ 20, and some others for small amounts. He lost money OR them. but did not know how much, because 'he kept no ac- counts whatever. The examination was ad- journed.

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THE "EXPRESS" DIARY. Friday, March 31st.-Breconshire Higher Educa- tion Committee. Sunday, April 2nd, Monday and Tuesday, April 3rd and 4th.—Special meetings at Llanfaes Wesleyan Chapel. Tuesday, April 4tb.-Breconshire Quarter Ses- sions. Wednesday, April 5th.—Special Preaching Ser- vices at Sion Baptist Church, Sennybridge. Wednesday, April 5th.—Illustrated lecture at Llanfaes Wesleyan Chapel. Friday, A^ril 7th.-Brecoiashire Education Staff- ing and Salaries and Buildings Committee. Saturday, April Sth. Fa-rcial Comedy, "Oh T Susannah," at Market Hall, Sennybridge. Monday, April 10th. Breconshire Education Finance Committee. Friday, April 14th.—Breconshire Standing Joint and Main Roads Committees. Sunday, April 16th.—Watergate Church Anniver- sary, the return of Rev. D. 0. Griffiths. Monday, 17th.—Lecture on "Ben Bowen" at Market Hall. Sennybridge. Monday. April 17tb.-Breoonshire County Fin- ance Committee. Wednesday, April 19.-Lecture at Ramah Bap- tist Church. Wednesday, April 19th. Children's Concert (Plough Tonic Solfa Classes), Guild Hall, Bre- con. Good Friday, April 21st.-Annual Tea and Con- cert, Bwlch C.M. Church. April 24th (Easter Monday).—Juvenile Rechabite Concert, L! anfiha ngel -Talyllyn. Friday, April 28th.—Breconshire Education Au- thority. Friday, May 5tb. -Brecon shire County Council. Printed and Published by G. E. SAYCE, at the "Brecon and Radnor Express" Offices, Express Buildings, Bulwark, in the Cbapelry of St. Mary, in the Borough and County of Brecon, Oll THURSDAY, MARCH 80, 1916.