Haverfordwest and Milford Haven Telegraph and General Weekly Reporter for the Counties of Pembroke Cardigan Carmarthen Glamorgan and the Rest of South Wales

I LOCAL AND OTHER NEWS. EMIGRATION TO THE CAPE.—All information regarding the Castle and Union Lines, may be had from the local agent, Fred W. Lewis, Bridge Street. SEED POTATOES SEED POTATOES SEED POTATOES!—Just arrived direct from Reading a large consignment of selected early varieties.—E. J. MAY, Cartlett, Haverfordwest. )' SEED POTATOES.—A grand selection of Seed rotatoea in splendid condition at William John's, Wholesale Grocer, Quay Street, consisting of Beauty of IIebron, the Wonder, Up to Date Beauty of Bute, White Elephants, Myatt's Ashleaf Kidney, American Eirly Rose..26 The Fellows of Pembroke College, Oxford, have presented the living of Haroldstone West with Lambston, to the Rev. Charles Percy Shepton, late Curate of St. Thomas, Clapton, London. E. RENT AUDIT.—On Friday, Baron do Rut- zen held his rent audit at Slebech Park. The usual 10 per cent. reduction was not given to the tenants on this occasion, no reason being stated in explanation. ST. MARY'8 PARISH TEA AND ENTERTAIN- MENT.—The Annua,! Parish Tea and Entertainment in connection with St. Mary's, Haverfordwest, took place last Thursday, In the Masonic HaH. The Vicar, the Rev. C. F. Harrison, who was away from home, wrote regretting his absence. A good company sat down to the excellent spread provided. The ladies presiding at the tables were Mrs Harrison, Miss M. J. Owen, the Misses Meyler, Mrs and Miss James, Mrs L. Wilson, Mrs Williams and Miss Evans. After the cloths had been removed a very enjoyable entertainment was held. The programme opened with a pianoforte selection by Mr R. H. Kay, executed in splendid style and was followed by an action song, "Welsh Girls," by the Misses Barham, Bland, Davles, Edwards, H. and G. Greenish, Owen, Rogers and Williams. A song by Mr Tom White WM received with loud applause, and a fairy bell selection by Mr Stanley Rogers was much appreciated. A pleasing item in the programme was the violin solo of Miss Roberts, whilst Mr Lewis gave a powerful rendering of the song, "Conquered." The duet by Mr and Miss Michael entitled, A.B.C. was immensely enjoyed, and another action song brought to a close an enjoyable nrst half. The second part opened with a duett by Mr and Miss Michael aud proved highly diverting. Miss Roberts played a violin solo, and Capt. Goldschmidt sang a comic song. The gallant captain was In tine form and delighted the audience with his clever humour. Another equally humorous performance followed, by Mr Tom White and his Ethiopian Arabs who by their actions and songs created roars of laughter. This formed the finale of a very excellent evening's entertainment, and Mr J. James, who acted as manager In the absence of the vicar, deserves great credit for the result of his efforts. ANNUAL TEA AND CONCERT AT THE TABER- NACLE.—The large schoolroom adjoining the Tabernacle, was crowded to its doors on Thursday last, when the annual tea and concert was held. After an excellent repast to which the large company did justice, the Rev. F. N. Colboi-ii, pastor, prestded over a high-class miscellaneous concert. Misa Thomas who accom- panied through the whole of the evening, opened the programme with a selection, which she played with exquisite skill. Miss Jones delightfuHy rendered Silver Skeins, whilst Miss Morse's mandolin solo was received with !oud applause. Mr George Lewis was heard and Mr J. Lewis's faultless performance of "Or.t. ProNobis"on the cornet was Immensely enjoyed. The feature of the evening, however, w.)S the appearance of Miss Lambert of London. Tabernacle audiences WGrp already acquainted with the vocal prowess of this young lady, and when she appeared on the platform, loud and prolonged applause testified to their delight at a further opportunity of hearing her. She was in splendid voice, and her "Killarney" was a most brilliant performance. As an encore she sang. "Love was once a little bov." Master Willie Walker gave a piccolo solo, which proved an attractive item, and a recitation by Mr Mathias was listened to wHh rapt attention. During the interval the Rev. F. N. Colborne briery rotl+n¡.ed thanks to all those who'had worked to make the proceedings successful. Part two opened with a selection by the ba.dq, aftcc which the ladies and gentlemen mentioned above gave other contributions to the programme. At intervals diiriiig the evening Mr Wa)ker's String Band played selections. The whole proceedings passed off without a hitch and the }&.rge gathpriug testined by their applause their satisfaction. The tadiGd Wlio took tables at the tea were Mesdames Davies, Griniths, GG4ding¡ WiUiams, D. T. Rees. J. Morgan, Alderwick, the Miss,;s Thon;as Lewis, and Ormond. Mrs Foster and her daughters beg to return their most sincere thanks to the numerous friends (too numerous to thank individually) for the great sympathy shown to them in their sad bereavement. Prendergast Rectory, February 21st. METEOROLOGICAL REGISTER.—Taken at St. Ann's Head for the week ending 8 a.m., February 21st. Highest barometer reading reduced to 32 F., and to mean sea level 30.28 on the 16th; lowest 29.03 on the 21st. Maximum temperature in the shade 50 on the 15th minimum 33 on the 21st. Amount of rainfall 0.23 inches; hours of bright sunshine 15.7. Prevailing winds N. Westerly, moderate to fresh in force. Sea rather rough. On Monday, the eve of St. David's Day, the evening service of St. Paul's Cathedral will be in Welsh, and a choir of nearly 300 voices will take part. The anthem will be specially composed by Mr William Daviea, of St. Paul's, and Mr Ben Davies, the tenor, will sing the solos. Dr. Owen, Bishop of St. Davids, will preach, and there will be accommodation for twelve thousand people. The commissioner has arranged that the whole of the police in and about the Cathedral that night shall be Welshmen. S. MARTIN'S PARisii HALL.—On Monday evening a very successful dance took place at the above haH, when the following ladies and gentlemen attended Mr and Mrs A. E. Sage, Mr and Mrs Humphries, Messrs T. C. White, W. Bland, W. John, Mathias, T. Evans, H. Thomas. A. J. Wright, H. Morris, V. Rees, H. Gwyther, W. E. Williams, Goodwin. Bowen, BaiIIeu, Thomas, Mrs D. Edwards, Miss Audrey Edwards, Miss Alice Skinner, Miss F. Daviea, Miss Gibbon,: Miss Turner, Miss Ellis, Miss Hitchings, Mrs Ellis, Mrs R. H. Jones, Miss Ma-thias, the Misses Bailleu, Miss Taylor, Miss Jones, Mrs K. Ll. Palmer, Miss Williams, Miss Thomas, Mr Kitchen, Mr Best, Mr Price, Rev. C. M. Pholps. Mr T. C. White acted as M.C., while the general arrangements were successfully carried out by Mrs Devonald Edwards and Mr A. E. Sage, church- warden. BROAD HAVEN BAPTIST CHAPEL. —Most successful services were held in the aboye place of worship on Sunday and Monday, February 13th and 14th. The Rev. D. Oliver Edwards preached on Sunday, both morning and evening to large and appreciative congregations. MrB.PhiIpin presided at the harmo- nium. The collections which were in aid of the church funds amounted to a considerable sum. On Monday evening Mr Edwards delivered one of his popular lectures entitled, "Proverbs of the people." The Bev. James Phillips, Little Haven, took the chair. Mr Edwards' reputation as a lecturer being so widely known, it is needless to state that he kept his large audience spell-bound for nearly two hours. So successful have these meetings been from beginning to end, that the wish Is strongly felt that Mr Edwards be asked to favour the Haven with another visit in the near future. SBABCH THE WoBLD OvEB.—Aud you cannot find a more delicious, invigorating and wholesome beverage than HoRNMA.K'8 PURE TEA. To this cause is attribut- able the unequalled demand, confirming the fact that "the pu bUe :are real judges of good Tea." The name and ) fame of Horniman's Pure Tea has spread to all parts, and is universally known as 11 Ilit,-ays good alike." Sold in this locality by :— Haverford- west: Devereux, Grocer, &c., Swan Square; Milford Haven Coate, Le Bon Marche Evans & Co., "Stores." Pembroke: Griniths, Grocer. Pembroke Dock Rollings, Grocer and Confectioner, Rees, Baker. Fishguard: Lewis, Chemist. Neyland: Harris, Grocer. Goodwick: Harries & Co., Stores." Letterston Jenkins, Grocer. FUNERAL OF Mp MORGAN, OF TEGFYXDD. —The funeral of the late Mr Morgan, of Tegfynydd, took place on Wednesday. The remains were conveyed from London by the mail train arriving at Clynderwen at six o'clock on morning. A hearse was provided to convey the corpse from there to its last resting place in the quiet corner of the Llanfalteg Churchyard, alongside the grave of his departed father. The comn was of massive polished oak and heavy fittings, and the plate bore the inscription: C. Hird Morgan, born 18.')Î died February, 1898. A very large number of beautiful wreaths and crosses of flowers were placed on the conin, and the tenants of the estate—about thirty in number-each bearing a wreath, walked in procession all the way in front of the hearse, and a large number of friends followed. The bearers were selected from among the tenants and old workmen of the estate. At the entrance to the churchyard, the curate-in-charge, the Rev. Mr Lewis, was accompanied by the aged late vicar, the Rev. W. Evans, of Lan. The church was crowded to excess, and the service was altogether truly impressive. First of all the aged Mr Evans gave out thatbeautifulhymn. "Jesu, Lover of my Soul" then Psalm xxxix. was read; then the Rev. Mr Lewis read the 15th chapter of the 1st Epistle to the Corinthians, after which the Rev. Mr Evans gave out the much-loved hymn, 0 God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come," &c. At the graveside, again, both gentlemen tsok part, and the service was very appropriately closed with the singing of the favourite Welsh tune, 0 Fryniau Caersalem."

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I FUNERAL OF CANON FOSTER. IMPRESSIVE SCENES. baturday mormng dawned ime, and as the sunlight shone on the old Parish Church of St. David's, Prcnder- gast, it gave to the pretty edifice a touch of bouyant gladness and jubilation, which seemed out of keeping with the solemn mournful scene being enacted within while on the other hand such a glorious morning break- ing after a day of storm and rain appeared almost like a parable setting forth in bold unmistakable parallels the lessons of the dead. As one made their way towards the church, one was met on all sides by weeping, sorrowful parishioners, by folks who had come from far and near to show their respect for the late Canon Foster, and the one impression which seemed to force itself home, was how great the love and esteem in which the late Rector of Prendcrgast was held. The church was crowded to its utmost capacity, a large number having to stand in tlielntve. Promptly at twelve o'clock the boll tolled out its dismal knell, and immediately after- wards the litble procession of surpliced choristers left the church to meet the mourners. These were met at the gates, and the party then turned and to the sweet singing of that lovely hymn, For all the saints who from their labour rest," began the walk to the church. Each of the choir boys were bearers of a beautiful wreath, and pre- ceding the coffin was a chorister carrying a cross composed of Arum lilies. The altar rails and the trout of the choir stalts were also adorned with iloral tributes. As the procession passed up the aisle the organist, Mr W. H. Jenkins, played the "Dead March" in ,<nl/l, the vast congregation standing the while. Suddenly the playing ceased, the mourners had reached their places, the people took their seats, and then ensued a death-like stillness. Amid the silence, and, in a voice throbbing with emotion, the Rev. W. H. Walters read the 15th Chapter of the 1st Corinthians. A.s the familiar, sadly famHiar. verses were road, tears began to flow, and when having iinished the lesson, the rev. gentleman announced the ,hymn, 0 what the joy and the glory must be," there was scarcely a dry eye in the whole assembly. Just then the sunlight streamed through the windows and shone on the flowers, and on the purple pall which enshrouded the comn, and amid the song, such a grandeur, such a sacred beauty appeared in the scene as can never be forgotten. When the choir had chanted the 39th Psalm the procession was reformed and a move was made to the grave. Here Dean Howell oniciated, and read the burial rites. He himself felt the loss keenly, and it was with evident difficulty that he spoke the words. E-irth to earth, ashes to ashes." His very soul seemed to be in the service, and the people followed him in the Lord's Prayer with a sincerity we have never witnessed before, and which spoke eloquently of the great love they bore their late rector. When the service had been said, the hymn, "Now the labourer's task is o'er," was sung, and the reverend Dean pronounced the blessing. The ceremony was over, but many lingered near the grave, the rest moving very regretfully, very slowly, for every one felt that there had been laid to rest a friend, a dear friend one who ha.d nobly and faith- fully carried out the great mission he had sot himself to do. THE FUNERAL. At the funeral of the iate Canon Foster of which a, descriptive report appears above the principal mourners were Mrs Foster and the three Misses Foster, Mr Izard, Mr W. J. Cousins, Mr Wood (senior), Mr Joseph Wood. Others present inc!nded Mr Samson, Captain Samson, Mr iNl:irl,,ty Samson, Sir Charles Philipps, Dart., Mr II. Philipps, Colonel White, Mrs Thomas (Prendergast), Miss "Annie Thomns, Mr Sydney Rees, The Rev. Be.tch Tho!n:is, Mr and Mrs Geo. Edwards and famity, Mrs T.-nnlyn, Mra.nd Mrs Skyrme, Mr and Mrs Henry Thomas, Miss Currie, Mr and Mrs Henry Walters, Archdeacon and Mrs Hilhers. The following clergy a.ttonded wearing surpl'ces The Very Reverend Dean Rowells, who officiated at the grave, the Rev Walters, of Rndb:)xton, who otHciatcd in church, the Revs. Harrison, Scott, Parry, Phelps, WHI;ams, and MarshafL Wreaths were sent by Mrs Thomas, Preuder- Rast, Mr G. L. Owen and Lady Maxwell, .Tudcrc and Mrs Owen, Sir Charles and Lady PhiHnps, Miss "'Lloyd Williams, Mrs Lloyd Phillips (Pentypare). Miss Lings, M'ss Annie Thomas, the Misses Stannard, Messrs Rees Brothers, the Rev Beich Thomas, Mr Thomas and tamuy, Mr ana ivirs 'jroorge Edwards and fanuly, M'ss Massey, The mistresses, masters and children of the National and Board Schools of Haverfordwest, sent an everlasting cross. Master, teachers and boys of Prendergast Board School, Mr Benjamin and Sarah Owens, Mra Tamlyn, Mr and Mrs Henry Thomas, Mr and Mrs Cousius, Miss Gladys Cousins, Misses M. and and Edith Cousins, Miss G--3rtrude Cousiis. Mrs John Foster. Mr and Mrs Samson and family, Sarah and JVhgio," Nurse Currie, the Choir of Prendergast Church, Mr and Mrs Henry Walters, their three children, Archdeacon and Mrs Hirers, Mrs David Evans, Miss H. Wellesley, Roy E. A- Clover, Mr and Mrs Lewis Wdliams (Prendergast), 'Captain Mac Bean, Mrs and the Misses Foster. The funeral arrangements were carried out very satisfactorily by Messrs Greenish & Dawkins. The wreath contributed by the church choir was guppliod by Mrs Andorson, of Dark Street, and was inuch admired. ?

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THE DISTRICT NURSING FUND. ihe bail, orgarnsed,on beliau 01 the District Nursing Fund, took place on 'Wednesday evening in the Assembly Rooms, the use of which had been kindly given for the occasion. It was the tirst effort or the kind made in the county town, an;i it is gratifying to be able to state that it met with a decree of success exceeding tile anticipa- tion of its promoters, both as a socud gathering, and as a means of adding much needed pecuniary Iielp to a very deserving local institution. The company totalled about 11U, among whom were the following :—Sir Charles Philipps, Lady Philipps, Miss PIulipps, Misa Editli PhiHppw, Mr Harry Philipps, Mr Lloyd Davies, Mr & Mrs James Reynolds, Mr Morris, Mr S. Greenish, Mr J. Sweeney, Mr Davies, Mr T. C. WJiite, Mr and Mrs W. H. George, Mss Turner, MiHsEIlis, Mr bthias, Mr Cole, Miss M. A. AVilliams, Mr T. 0. Thorns, Mr Davies, Mr Price, Mr & Mrs ltose, Mr & Mrs W. D. Edwards, Mr A. Timings, Mrs Wraith and Miss Williams, Milford Mis::> Alice Eva-na, Mr and Mrs Jno. Reynolds, Mr kidney Kees, Mr Lowe, Mr Roblin, ,Atr AV. J. Jones, Mr Lewis, Mr \V. Keynolds, Mrs Reynolds, Miss Reynolds, MissMatluas, Miss Jones, MrW. Bland, Mr<&, Mrs Williams, Ncyland Miss Burge and Miss Bennett, Fisltguard; MissK. Jones, Pembroke; Miss Taylor, ISeatli Mr T. Baker, Miss Ha-kpr, Miss Jenkins, Mrs Koes, Miss Olive, Carmar- then; Mr John, Mr V. Hees, Mi- Goodv.in, Mr James Thomas, Mr Hugh Thomas, Mr Beet, Sergt.-Major ilmot, Mrs Wilmot, Mr and Mra Sage, Mr Dovey, Mr and Mrs Boyle, Mr H. G. Jones, Mr J. E. Bland, Mr Annam, Mr Lawrence, Mr Jones, Mr Harley, Mr Morris Owen, Mr & Mrs L. H. Thomas, MissE. James, Mr H. '1. James, Nurse Buckland, Dr. Wilson, Dr. Mills, Dr. E. P. Phillips and Mrs Phillips, Miss Williams, Mr F. Summers, Kosemoor Mrs Hilbers, Mr T. Evans, Miss Thomas, Mrs Ellis, Miss Hitcltings, Mr J. and Miss (ribbon, Mrs Ellis Jones, Mrs K. H. Jones, Mr C. Jenkins, Carmarthen Miss Nellie Adams, Miss Alice Skinner, Miss Skinner, Mr Williams, Miliord; Mr and Mrs A. Reynolds, Capt. Goldschmidt, Mr Gnmth.s, Miss George, Nash Mr H e inasli Ir H. Gwyther, Mr R. T. P. Williams, Mr W. U. -EN,a!is, 'Jr 11,. James, Mr (.ilbert Davis. Miss Lowry, Miss M. i;arliain, and Mr W. E. Williams. Ttie bull room was most, tastefully decorated with plants and Uuwcrs by Mr Dumùlc, ot i'ictou Catle Cordons, n.hd the Wctlla were hung with bminers, and otiicr decorations were carried out under the direction of Mr W. Reynolds, of Hill Street. The orchestra, was occupied by an excellent bund under the leadership of Mr Jenkuis. The rcfreshtnent department was most ably arranged by Mr- Hi)bc:-s,Mrs James. The Crescent; Miss Mathias, ihll Street Mrs Owen Priory Cottage Mrs Llewellyn Palmer, MrsW. J. Jones, ami Miss Minnie Owen The ar- rangement of the supper table was exceedingly pretty, and much credit was given to the ladies for the success with which this portion of their voluntary duty was performed. It should be mentioned that the materials for the supper _H_" .'H"" 1, ????.? generous iriends, and were not proved out of the ball fund. The tea and coffee tables were a)so well 8orved by Ah-a MaJe, wiio was ably assisted hy Mrs Thoma8, Winch i.aiic. An excellent feeling prevailed through- out, and .ChtJ,lCillg Wns maintained with great spmt until !iyo o'clock on Thursday morning. H'e comnuttee arc to be congratulated on the satisfactory result of tlieir experiment in a new (iu'ection. The oiticials were Chairman of committee, Mr W. II. Ceorge; treasurer, Mr Lev. is Roberts secretaries, Mr T. Haker, a.nd ()\\en. Mr James Thomas acted as Master ot the Ceremonies. The amount of the net proceeds realised by the ball will bo published at an early date.

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Maverfordwest Town Council. I REPORTS OF COMMITTEES. ON SANITATION-"NOTHING TO SAY." The monthly meeting of the Haverfordwest Town Council was held on Tuesday evening, at 7 p m., the mayor, Sir Charles E. G. PhiHpps, Bart., in the chair. The other members present were: Councitlora Bishop, George, T. L. James, Thomas, Morgans, White, and Evans. The minutes of the previous meeting having beeu read by the Town Clerk, Conn. T. L. James moved the adoption of the WATER COMMITTEE'S REPORT which stated that accounts amounting to .E2IO Is 4d had been examined and ordered to be paid. The committee also recommended that Messrs Beesley & Son be paid X,28 on account of their bill. In moving the report Mr James said that Meosrs Beesley & Son were well entitled to that amount, if no more. Councillor George seconded, and said he hoped thut by next month the well at Little Newcastle would havo been experimented on, and found satisfactory. The report was adopted. ESTIMATE FOR AUDIT. The Town Clerk said he had received an answer from Messrs Owen giving an estimate for the auditing of the borough accounts. Their charge would be 25 guineas for the first year, 20 guinea!) for the second, and as they introduced a simplified method of keeping the accounts the price would decrease. Sir Charles Philipps said he supposed that their charge was based on the way the old accounts were kept. The Town Clerk replied that that was so. The accounts, as now kept by Mr Warren, were in every way satisfactory, and were kept in exactly the same manner as approved of by the Local Government Board. The letter was referred to the Finance Committee. GAS COMMITTEE. (Jouncilior Jnmes moved the adoption of this report, ordering accounts to the extent of .622416s 2d to be.paid, and it was carried. BOROUGH COMMITTEE. Hi the absence of Mr Wunams, Mr George moved the Borough Committee's report, that .€51 3s, the total of accounts be paid. This was seconded by Mr Thomas and carried. SANITARY COMMITTEE. The Sanitary Committee's report stated that monies amounting to .£94 16s 9d had been ordered to be paid. The committee recommended that certain parties be excused payment of rates. Councillor Morgan moved, and Councillor Bishop seconded the adoption of this report. The Town Clerk explained that there were only 3 persons excused payments of rates, and the total amount excused was £;3 16s. lid Carried. mO ]<OARD OF ARRICrLTUM REPKESEXTATIVE. ihc town C!e)k satd he had received a letter from the Board of Agriculture saying that Mr Carter would visit the town some time this week. lie (the Clerk) wou)d be glad if one or two gentlemen of the Council were appointed to meet him. In reply to a question by the Mayor, he said the only notice he got as to the day of arrival, was when the gentleman appeared in his omce if he had any longer notice on this occasion he would let the gentleman who had promised to meet him know. It was proposed by Mr Bishop, and seconded by Mr Thomas that Councillors T. L. James, W. H. George, and R. A. G. James be selected, and this was carried )iew c<w. SANITATION. His Worship the Mayor asked if they had any- thing to say with regard to the Medical OSlcers' Report lnid on the table la.&t week- Councillor Bishop No there is nothing to answer. CHANGE OF QVARRIF.S. Mr Bishop moved That this Council direct the Sanitary Committee to provide in their next estimates for the portion of the stoue for road repair to be obtained from the quarries at Skcrryford and Port- iield Gate. And that the quarries be opened <tt the expense of the- Borough Fund." These quarries, be said, were the property of the town, and it was as well to have them open. Besides it would give men in the borough work, save money, and produce a better stone. Mr Thomas seconded. Mr George asked if the Surveyor thought it was a good stone, as good as the cleggyr stone. The Surveyor: Yes. Mr George thought the stone at rortneld Gate very poor. The Surveyor It will not do for asphalte pur- poses. The motion was agreed to, and the sitting terminated.