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Pembrokeshire Quarter Sessions.
Pembrokeshire Quarter Sessions. SCOVESTON Y.M.C.A. HUT THEFT. NINE MONTHS' HARD LABOUR. ALLEGED ASSAULT AT MILFOKD The Pembrokeshire Quarter Sessions were held at the Shire Hall, Haverfordwest, on Tuesday before Sir Charles Philipps, Bart., and other magistrates. THE SCOVESTON THEFT. David Henry Evans (roy; a well-educated youth, pleaded not guilty to embezzling and stealing the sum of £ 43 5s. 4d., the property of the Y.M.C.A., at Scoveston. Mr. Griffith Jones (instructed by Col. W. J. Jones) prose- cuted, and the accused conducted his 'own defence. Mr. Griffith Jones, outlining the case, said that the accused came to the Y.M.C.A. at Pill- hroke Dock in November, and asked for a job. He produced a letter from the manager of the Y.M.C.A. at Cardiff, and the Pembroke Dock secretary, Mr. Geo. Thomas, gave him a note to take. to Scoveston. After being at Scoveston for two or three days, the leader of the Y.M.O.A. hut there, Mr. John Wm. Thomas, sent him to the Pembroke Dock headquarters with a sum of £45, jE50 of which consisted of notes. Accused disappeared, and was eventu- ally arrested in Essex. Before the magistrates the accused said, This is a most peculiar case. Here is a man who has only known me 26 hours, and he hands me a sum of money, qf which he furnishes no proof or produces any receipt. He may say this of any man. I sub- mit the case against me is not proved." Geo. Thomas, general secretary of the Y.M.C.A. at Pembroke Dock, said the accused called on him on the morning of November 9th, and produced a letter from the National Secretary recommending him to one of their leaders at Cardiff for employment. He did not have the letter, but he recognised the signature as that of the general secretary, and on the strength of it he sent the accused to Scoveston, where he was engaged as an assistant. Accused told him he had been discharged from the Air Force. From what accused said witness con- cluded that he had no money, and as lie would be handling small sums in the course of his duties, witness gave him 10s. Accused cross-examined witness with a view to showing that the receipt he gave him for the 10s. was for services rendered. Wit- ness replied that the voucher was made ut by one of his clerks. The Chairman commented on the risky busi- ness of engaging a man in this capacity without strong recommendations. Witness replied that there was no question about the letter produced by the accused not being a genuine one. John Wm. Thmas, leader of the Y.M.C.A. at Fort Scoveston, said he sent the accused to Pembroke Dock headquarters with a uarcel containing £43 5s. 4d. He told Corpl. Haskjtt in the accused's hearing that he wanted tc pack up some cash for the accused to -ake to Pembroke Dock. Accused was sent off with the money, and he never saw him again until his appearance in the police court. Corpl. Percy Haskett, now in the Army Pay Office at Chester, and formerly a corporal at Scoveston, said that when talking with the last witness he asked to be excused as lie had some cash to send to Pembroke Dock by the accused. Prisoner should have heard that statement. Leo Ospovat, a Russian, who spoke English with ease, said he was a private in the Russian Labour Battalion at Fort Scoveston, and on November 12tli he went away on leave. In the compartment which he entered he recognised the accused. At Cardiff he left the train, and invited prisoner to lunch. Accused, however, paid for the lunch, and witness noticed that he had in his possession a certain number of Treasury notes. They afterwards proceeded to London together, and separated at Piccadilly Circus. P.O. James spoke to receiving the accused into custody at Grays, Essex. Accused said he reserved his defence, but later he made a long statement as to his family connections, men- tioning that he was educated in a public school and that his father was a Lieut.-General. He ilad, he asserted, been twice gassed in France. Iiiii mother now lived at Eastbourne. The accused, before addressing the jury, read a letter which he said he had received from his mother that morning announcing the death of his brother, who had been wounded in France, and that his name was most frequently- on his lips. In reading the letter accused com- pletely broke down. Proceeding, he described the story for the prosecution as one which men of the world like the jury should dismiss as incredible. It he had wanted to make away with the money he would have left Ncylanrl by the mail train that night, and not have re- mained in the vicinity until the following morn- Ing. It was strange that the leader of the J-M.C.A. hut at Scoveston did not make any inquiries about the missing money until the following morning. If he were guilty it was not reasonable to suppose that he would have shown the money to a man whom he knew ,ould be returning to Fort Scoveston. The jury found the prisoner guilty, and as here were several previous convictions against .?, he was now sentenced to nine months' ?d labour. ALLEGED INDECENT ASSAULT. ftichard Edward White, Kimberley Hotel, Mitford Haven, pleaded not guilty to a charge of indecent assault on Esther Absalom, a mar- ried woman residing at Mount Farm, Milford Haven. Mr. Griffith Jones (instructed by Col. W. J. Jones) prosecuted, and Mr. Samuel (in- structed by Mr. W. G. Eaton-Evans) defended. Mr. Griffith Jones said the defendant was accused of assaulting1 a highly-respectable mar- ked woman, Esther Absalom, wife of Wilriain Absalom, wheelwright, Mount Farm. On Nov. 28th Mrs. Absalom went in the morning to the defendant's premises with a jug for milk. Mrs. Absalom wished the defendant Good morn- ing," and the defendant said Good morning, my darling." He remarked that it was a wet morning, and pressed her into the house. He endeavoured to kiss her, but defendant resisted this, and likewise his attempts to commit an indecent assault, rewarding his efforts with three smacks in the face. Just at that mo- nlent defendant's servant-man passed in a cart, and White then desisted. Afterwards she re- ported the incident to her husband, who at once went to interview the defendant. White afterwards called on her and became so en- raged that he threatened to murder Mrs. Absalom. Mrs. Absalom bore out her counsel's opening statement. When she called at the accused's dairy for milk, Mr. White was wiping his hands in a towel just inside the door. Defen- dant's man was harnessing his horse, and no one was there besides the. accused and him- *ey. She went inside on being invited by White. She then described what took place ill the dairy. After hei husband had called On White regarding the matter, the latter en- tered her kitchen and threatened to murder her. Just at that moment a young man, Bar- rett, came down from upstairs. Oross-examined, prosecutrix said it was rain- lng, although not heavily, when she called for the milk, and she wore a. cloak over her shoul- ders. She looked seriously at White when he called her darling," and when he behaved ndecently she smacked him three times in the face. She said keave me go; I will tell mv ?nd." White said Tush de bhaw." S ^as ?rtainly indignant, but was too much ab harne(i and disgusted with the accused to the dairy to '?h?e'a man on the way out from S? dair Alfred Barrett said he was a partner with Mr. Absalom. On the morning referred to he left the house the sauia time as Mrs. Absalom, and when lie passed h't'! aaw Richards (White's man) harnessing the horse by the stable door. He remembered White calling on Mrs. Absalom. He heard him threaten to murder her for tell- ing her husband, and when he came downstairs accused was standing alongside Mrs. Absalom wIth his two fists clenched. Absalom did not appear, and evidence was given by Dr. Dundas that he was too ill to attend the couit. His evidence, given at the police court, was then read over. In this Absalom said that when he called on the ac- cused and charged him with rough-handling his wife the latter denied it. I said, Will 3 0u face her?" and he eaid No." He then said he was going to see the police inspector, and nromised to call back. ACCUSED IN THE BOX. Accused, in the box, said that when Mrs. Absalom called for milk he said, Come in from the wet, woman. Don't stand there." He Put his arm round her shoulder urging her to come inside, and Mrs. Absalom said, What Continued at foot of next column.
Christmas at Cottesmore.
Christmas at Cottesmore. (By a Patient). There are many ways of spending Christ- mas, but of all the ways none could be better than the manner in which Christmas was spent at Cottesmore. A Victory Christmas I A real Victory Christmas! It was midnight of Christ- mas eve that heralded the, joyous season. Sweet strains of music and voices awakened us from our slumbers. It was not the shep- herds who were singing carols, but the shepherdesses who have tended us; they weuld have tended lambs. On waking on Christmas morn we found our stockings crammed full of good things. Those who were able attended the morning service at Prenderast Parish Church, whence they were conveyed by brake. At 1.30 p.m. the patients sat down to a sump- tuous dinner, having the discharged soldiers from the Infirmary as their guests. The hearti- Dess of everyone and the vociferous cheers for the cooks was ample evidence of the success ot the cooks' hard work. The afternoon was given over to our own desires and devices. By 6 o'clock in the evening the staff and patients, all attired in fancy costumes, settled down for a jollly time in all manner of indoor games. Two residents in the hospital, whose identity I am not permitted to disclose, were scream- ingly funny as man and wife, causing roars of laughter throughout the evening. The costumes worn by the staff were really splen- did. All the Allied nations were represented. Two of the senior members of the staff were especially conspicuous in representing Britannia and Wales. It was a worthy rival of the Victory Balll. During the course of the evening the staff and patients sat down together to a most glorious supper. Jellies and such like were in abundance, and the laying out of the tables was done with an art known only to those gifted with suoh tastes. Last the gong sounded for bed, and e' eryone was agreed that it was the jolliest Christmas Day ever spent at Cottesmore. On Thursday evening, at 6 o'clock, the staff I ad their Christmas dinner, being waited on by the patients. It was a most enjoyable meal. Speeches made by the Commandant and mem- bers of the staff closed that portion of the evening's programme. At a o'clock Ii whist drive was heDd, and right glad we were to see so many of our friends from the town. Two of the patients contributed greatly to the even- ing's amusement by taking the parts of a servant girl and "01 e Bill." On Friday even' ing a concert was given by some friends from Picton Castle and the patients. Out friends supplied the first half of the concert. Mrs. St. John and Mrs. Bromfield gave some splen- did songs and violin solos. Mr. and Mrs. Shaddock were very good in singing "Excel- sior" as a duet, whilst Master Bromfield was exceedingly clever in impersonating a school- master. The second half of the concert was given by the patients. It was a pleasing sur- prise to every one at the splendid talent shown by our gallant boys. Comic and humorous songs were in the ascendancy, and the com- pany was kept in high spirits throughout the programme. Corpl. Mason scored a huge suc- cess in his nigger song, "Old Johnny Broaker." Sergt. Mason was exceedingly funny in his song 'Old Cracked Basin," causing roars of laughter with his patter and dancing. Corpl. Lewry was excellent as a Policeman, whillst Lance-Corpl. Carey was very clever as an errand boy. Ex-Corpl. Edmunds was more than clever in "Macnamara's Band," calling forth an encore. He carried out his part ex- ceedingly well in his scarlet uniform as the bandmaster, whilst the members of the band were a kaleidoscope of colbur. Sergt. Rae presided at the piano, which duty he carried out in masterly fashion.. He was also in two of his songs, viz., "Hail Caledonia" 'and the whistling song. At the conclusion of the con- cert, which everyone enjoyed immensely, speeches were made by our much respected Doctor, Sir Charles Philipps, and the Com- mandant. It is opportune at this moment to say that since the hospital has been in exist- ence no fewer than 730 patients have passed through it, with an average stay of 47 days. On Monday evening a concert was given by the staff, which was exceedingly nice, and en- joyed by all. The bashfulness of the per- formers forbids me to direct any especial men- tion. Nevertheless I feel I must mention one item on the programme, and that is the con- juring performance given by the Commandant, which was extremely clever. It interested and amused the audience immensely. The second half of the programme was a sketch entitled "The Deceitful Miss Smiths," which was acted particularly well, and caused great amusement. It has been a week of real pleasure, which has meant a good deal of work on the part of the staff, but especially must I make mention of Sister Wallace, who has done so much to make everyone happy. It has been to her most energetic direction that we owe so much, and her endeavours to please everyone has met with tremendous success. A real Victory Christmas! A Happy New Year to all. H. B. CHRISTMAS GIFT LIST, 31/12/18. Mrs. Victor Higgon, turkey; Mrs. Samson, turkey; Miss Higgon, turkey; Miss Reid, tur- key; Mrs. Davies, Scolton Farm, turkey; Sir Charles and Lady Philipps, turkey and flowers; Mrs. Lloyd Davies, crackers; Miss S. Lewis, Narberth, goose; the Misses Samson, plum- puddings; Mrs. Higgon and Miss A. Reid. oranges; Mr. and Mrs. H. James, oranges; Miss F. Lewis and Miss D. Evans, apples; Miss Tute, nuts; Mrs. Bibby, cigarettes; Mr. Samson, Mr. and Mrs. Wheatley, Miss Pigott, and Mrs. Page, cakes; Miss Jones, crackers; Miss M. Samson, toys for Christmas stockings; the Misses Llewellin, brace of pheasants; Miss Wilder, 10s.; Miss Dyer, 5s.; Miss Bennett, £ 1; the Misses Harvey, El; Miss Hale, 10s.; Mrs. Massy, £1; Miss K. Green, £1; the Misses B. and L. Willkins, £ 1; the Misses M. and M. Wilkins, £.1;; Mr. T. R. Dawkins, 92; Mr. and Mrs. F. Summers, Cl Is.; Mrs. P. B. Williams, £ 1 Is.; anonymous, Zl; Lady Maxwell, C2; Miss O. Evans, 10s.; Miss M. Thomas, 10s.; Mrs. Reynolds, bacon; Sir Charles and Lady Philipps, rabbits and vegetables; Indoor Ser- vants at Picton Castle, per Miss Pigott, eggs; Mrs. Higgon, rabbits and vegetables; Dr. J. Lloyd Davies, vegetables and fruit; Lady Kensington, rabbits and provisions; Lieut. D. O. Jones, R.N., fish; Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Reid, Lady Philipps, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Sam- son, Dr. H. Owen, and Miss H. M. Thomas, newspapers. C. OCTAVIA HIGGON, Commandant and Officer in Charge.
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IBig Coalition Majority. I
I Big Coalition Majority. I I SIR EVAN JONES'S VICTORY. I I ALL SECTIONS SURPRISED. I I Sir Evan D. Jones. Coalition Liberal candi- date for Pembrokeshire, has been returned by the sweeping majority of 11,488 over Alderman Ivor Gwynne, his Labour opponent. The llarge majority came as a surprise to every- one. The Coalition organisers had calculated on a majority of 4,000 or 5,000. Counting took place in the Masonic Hall, Haverfordwest, and was expeditiously gone through, as the result was declared about quarter past three o'clock. The figures were:- Jones, Sir Evan (Co. L.) 19200 Gwynne, Ivor (Lab.) 7712 Thomas, G. B. (Ind.) "0" i97 Coalition Majority 11488 Mj. Thomas, wha stood as a Christia.n Socialist, not having polled the requiste one- eighth of the total number of votes recorded, forfeits the 4150 which had to be deposited with the Returnng Officer when the nominations were handed in. Of 7,200 absentee voters less than 2,500 took the trouble to record their votes. The declaration of the poll was totally de- void of exciting incidents. Sir Evan Jones was warmly congratulated on his notable achieve- ment. Speaking from the Coalition Committee rooms in High Street, where he received an enthusiastic ovation, Sir Evan returned thanks for the magnificent majority by which he ha-d been elected. In a neat little speech he re- ferred to the excellent spirit in which the con- test had been conducted, and said that now he was elected he hoped to represent all sections of the community. In the course of a gracious reference to his opponents, Sir Evan Jones said he would always be at the service of his constituents, and he believed that even his Labour friends would have no cause to regret his return. Sir Charles Philipps and Mr. T. G. Lewis also addressed a few words to the crowd. There were cries for Lady Jones, and her lady- ship appeared, and bowed her acknowledg- ments. I THE NEW MEMBER. I Sir Evan D. Jones, the new member for Pembrokeshire, holds it distinguished record as a public man, and during the war he was sellected for several important appointments. He is a member of a committee of three ap- pointed from the officers of the Engineer and Railway Staff Corps by the War Office for the organisation of Civilian Labour for the de- fences of London during the war (unpaid), is Petrol Controller of the Board of Trade (un- paid), Dyes Commissioner (unpaid), Chairman of Road Transport (unpaid), a member of Mr. Walter Long's Petroleum Committee, a mem- ber of the Advisory Council Ministry of Re- construction for the disposal of all surplus war material. In addition to these war ap- pointments, he is a member of the Board of Governors and Council University College of Wales, and holds a similar position on the National Library of Wales; he is a member of the Board of Governors of the University College of South Wales and Monmouthshire, treasurer of Appointments Board of Wales, have been defeated, and the old Liberal' Party Society of Cymnirodorion. In county affairs he has for many years taken an active part. He is an Alderman of the Pembrokeshire County Council, chairman of the Fishguard bench of magistrates, a Deputy Lieutenant, member of the Advisory Committee for appointment of magistrates, the Territorial Association, Standing Joint and Main Roads Committees, a representative of the County Council! on the Board of Governors of the University College of Wales, he represents the Fishguard Urban Council on the Board of Governors National Library of Wales, and on the Board of Governors of University College of South Wales and Monmouthshire, as well as a representative of the County Council and Edu- cation Committee on conference of Welfsh Local Authorities on University Rate Aid. I POSITION IN THE COUNTRY. I The General Election has resulted in a sweep- ing majority for Mr. Lloyd George and the Coalition. The following are the outstanding figures Under a Liberal Prime Minister the Unionists in the Commons have risen from 287 at the time of the Dissolution to 384. Mr. Asquith and his principal Lieutenants and a member of the Council of the Honorary reduced to 37. The Labour Party, with a heavy aggregate vote, has. increased its representation in the House from 38 to 62. Sinn Fein has swept away the Nationalist Party in Ireland, returning 73 members, the Nationalists returning only seven. Mr. Dillon has been defeated. No woman candidate has been returned in Great Britain, the one woman returned .being the Countess Markievicz, Sinn Fein, in Dublin. The following is the composition of the new 1 House, it being generally accepted that the Independent Unionists will support the Govern- ment:— GOVERNMENT SIDE. Co.-Unionists 334 Co.-Liberals 133 Co.—Labour (Unofficial) 110 Unionists 60 Total 627 OPPOSITION SIDE. Liberals 28 Labour 62 Nationalists I 7 Independent 0 Total 106 Government Majority. 421 Sinn Fein Absentees. 73 As the Sinn Feiners will not attend PaTlia- ment, being elected for the purpose of not I doing so, they cannot be reckoned as affecting I the Coalition, ..majority. INCIDENTS. I Mr. Asquith was defeated by a majority of over 2,000 in East Fife. Mr. McKenna lost to a Labour man at Pontypridd. Mr. Henderson, Mr. Snowden, and Mr. Ramsey Macdonald were all defeated by large majorities. Sir John Simon, a Pembrokeshire man, was one of the Liberal stalwarts to go under. Sir Donald Maclean, who was born at Haver- fordwest, and educated at the Grammar School, has been re-elected by a large majority. Sir Owen Philipps and General Sir Ivor Philipps have been returned, the former for Chester, and the latter for Southampton. Sir William Howell Davies, who retained his seat for Bristol South, is a Welsh Nationalist, and a native of Narberth. Col. H. C. Guest, who previously represented the Pembroke and Haverfordwest Boroughs, was defeated at Central Wandsworth.
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LOCAL OBITUARY.I
LOCAL OBITUARY. MISS LILIAN OWEN, NOLTON. At East Nolton on Friday, December 27th, the funeral took place of Lilian Owen, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Owen. A short service was held in the house where the pastor, Rev. J. CDeaver James officiated. The com- mittal sentences were read by the Rector of the parish, Rev. A. Thomas. The deepest sympathy is felt for the parents in their very sad bereave- ment. A large crowd of sorrowing friends were present to whom the little girl had already endeared herself. MRS. JAMES BANNER, FORMERLY OF MILFORD HAVEN. News has just been received by her father, Mr. William Davies, mason, Pill, Milford Haven, that his eldest daughter, Mrs. James Banner, has passed away at Seattle, Washing- ton, U.S.A. She was taken suddenly ill, and leaves three little children. With her husband she had been in the States some years. Her sister is also in the States and was able to take charge of the house in the time of grief. She was a faithful member of North Road Baptist Church and Sunday School previous to emigrating, and the news of her death will be received with regret by many friends on this side. Mr. Banner is a marine engineer, who served his time on the Milford Docks, and has made progress in his profession. Every sympathy wil be felt with him and his young family. MRS. MATHIAS, HERMON'S HILL. HA VERFORDWEST. We regret to record the death which took place on Boxing Day, after only a week's ill- ness, of Mrs. Mathias, wife of Mr. John Mathias, Harmon's Hill, Haverfordwest. De- ceased was on a visit to her sister at Pem- broke Dock, when she had an attack of bron. chitis, developing into pneumonia, which proved fatal. Mrs. Mathias, who was 53 years of age, was well known and highly re- spected by her many friends in the town and district. She leaves a husband and one dau- ghter, with whom. the deepest sympathy is felt in their trying bereavement. The funeral, which was largely attended, took place on Sunday afternoon. A service was conducted at at the house, 42, Queen St., Pembroke Dock (where the deceased passed away) by the Rev. D. L, Prosser, vicar of St. John's, Pembroke Dock. The body was brought to Haverfordwest I r intermmt and the following mourners leaving Queen Street 1st car-George Thomas (brother), Mr. A. Venning (brother-in-law), Mrs. Thomas, Pen- sam' (cousin), Mrs. Major Forsdick (sister-in- law) 2nd car-Mr. Bert G. Thomas, Pensarn, and Mr. Powell, Qxeen Street, Pembroke Dock At Haverfordwest the coffin was con- veyed by hearse from the railway station to St. Thomas Church, and was followed by the principal mourners :-Afr. J. Mathias (hus- band), Miss Alice Mathias (daughter), Sergt. Treharne, Milford Haven (brother-in-law), Master Charles Trehartie (nephew), ahd other relatives. Mrs. Venning and Mrs. Tre- harne (sisters), and Mr. Charles Thomas (brother), were unable to attend the funeral owing to serious illness. The following wreaths were received Harp with broken cord, "In loving memory," from her broken-hearted husband and daugh- ter wreaths, "In loving memory," from her sorrowing brother, George "In loving memory," from her sorrowing sister and brother-in-law, Alice and Fred "In loving memory of our dear sister," Kitty and Alf. ) "In loving memory of our dear sister," Charlie and Fanny "In deepest sympathy," 'from Superintendent and Mrs. Thomas and family, Pensarn, Pembroke Dock "In loving memory," E. Morgan "i^ deepest sympa- thy," Mrs. James and Florrie "With sin- cere sympathy," Mrs. Davies ritnd family ) spray, "In loving memory of my dear aunt," Charlie bar. "With love to our dear aunt," Alfred and Lily wreath, "With deep- est sympathy." from Major Forsdick and faiiiily spray, "With deepest sympathy," from Mr. and Mrs. Powell, Queen Street eprav, "With sympathy," from Maud bar, "With true sympathy," from Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins, Queen Street. Pembroke Dock "With deep sympathy," from Mr. and Mrs. Martin. Queen's HOtet wreath, from M. A. Treharne and Ella, Tenby harp, "from an old associate, Wm. Augustus Pearce, Pem. broke Dock.
SOLVA.
SOLVA. Christmas Day..—Services at the Church in the morning and evening were well patronised, and very appropriate sermons were preached by the Rev. H. Davies.—Peace-offering services of song and prayer were also held on Christmaa morning at the Congregational Church. A most interesting and instructive address was given at the close by the pastor, the Rev. T. Mafonwy Davies. St. Andrew's Church.—Last Sunday after- noon, the Rev. Herbert Davies, B. A. curate in charge, presented on behalf of Mrs. D. Reynolds, Trecadwgan, a sum of money each (for investment in The Local War Savings' Association) to the following scholars, for faithful attendance at the Sunday School Ellen John, Lily John Inez John, Sally Pnckett, Ruthie Prickett, Winnie Trowsdale, and Jimmy Davies. "Our Boys.The following boys were on leave last week spending a "Merry Christ- mas" at their own homes :-Captain Owen Williams, R.A.F.. Second-Lieut. Howard Thomas, R.A.F., Cadet D. A Bassett, Corpl. D. B. Jenkins, Pte. Tom Roach, Pte. W Roach. Pte. T. Rees, Pte. S. J. Price. Sergt. Arthur Morgfo, "Croix de Guerre," late of Rock Villa, was last week discharged from the Armv, and intends shortly to take np 11; old duties as certificated master at Ystrad School. Glamorgansxiire. Pte. Harry Jenkins. one of the famous "Anzac" boys, and eldest son of Mr and Mrs. Richard Jenkins Llanrhian, paid a short visit to his home last week. but had to return before there was time for a reception meeting to be convened in his hon- ouir. He was therefore presented privately with a silver-mounted walking stick, and has sent the hon. eeo., Mr. J. J. Phillips, a letter of thanks to the committee for the gift, and the kind thought which prompted their giving it.
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• MATHRY." I Concert.-The entertainment given at the Schoolroom on Boxing Night, resulted in an excellent treat. The programme was a varied one, the first of its kind in this district. Though the night was boisterous, the audience was as large as could be expected. The pro- ceeds were handed over to the Seamen's Ben- evolent and Endowment Fund, a most noble object deserving of every support. In his intro- ductory remarks, the chairman, Rev. D. Griffiths, vicar, alluded to the hazardous and undeniable services rendered by the merchant service men of this Country during the perillous and dark days of war. Instances, innumerable, could be cited of the tremendous sacrifices ungrudgingly made by our gallant seamen. Mr. S. A'Mai, Fishguard, organised the concert, and thanks are due to him for his successful efforts. In his first appearance at Mathry, he established a very high reputation, as a con- jurot and comedian, and we are earnestly look- ing forward to his coming again, at a future date, when he has kindly consented to organ- ise another entertainment for local "charity. The programme was as follows :-Pianoforte duett, Miss Miles, Llanstipan, and Master Norman Grey Smart; song, Miss M. Williams, Fishguard; violin solo, Miss Eileen Smart; juggling, Private Will Broom; song, Corporal Robertson; song, Mr. Carfield Hughes; song, Miss M. Williams; conjuring, Mr. S. A'Mai; violin solo, Miss Eileen Smart; song, Corporal Robertson; song, Mr. S. A'Mai; juggling, Pte. Will Broom; song, Mr. Garfielid Hughes; song, Mr. S. A'Mai. Mr. A'Mai in suitable terms, thanked the chairman and the audience foi their response, paying striking tribute to the seamen, on whose behalf the proceeds would be devoted. Misses B. Miles and E. Hughes ably accompanied.
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The Cinema.-The big feature for the latter half of this week will be The Ship of Doom," one of Triangle's best dramas. The story is a thrilling one of the seas, and depicts many sensational incidents. Other fine films will also be projected. On Monday next Pathe's supreme serial, "The House of Hate," will make its opening episode. The star artiste is the celebrated Pearl White of serial fame. This is the finest serial ever released from the Pathe studios. Coming to the Cinema shortly is another big dramatic super, A Frivolous Woman," of which full details will shortly appear in our advertisement columns. Picture Palace.-The picture for the first three days of this week is presented by the famous house of Ruffela, entitled "The House of Cards." and for the latter half Gauraont presents Alice Brady the famous screen artiste in "A Self Made Widow," a unique comedy drama with a refreshing and truly remarkable original. For next week the beautiful drama, The Isle of Life," will be shown, together with a topical of unusual interest, "The Art of Self Defence," a picture that should be seen hy young ind old. It shows the art of "Jiu Jitau" demon- strated by Capt. Leopold McLaglan. It is produced at the famo-is Gaumont studios in London and is quite in keeping with the times. Boxing Night at the Y.M.C.A.—To cheer the service men who were spending their Xmas away from home this year, a supper and entertainment were arranged by the local Y.M.C.A. leader and his helpers, and the efforts were crowded with success. At 7 o'clock sharp, about 300 men of all branches of H. M. Forces sat down to supper, and right royal time they had. Musical selections were rendered by the Y.M.C.A. Orchestra, under the leadership of Mr A. G. Higgins, whilst the Boys were seeing to the inner man, and when the last man had fioished, the cbaire were turned to- wards the stage. A first rate musical programme was submitted inctudtng a capital humorous duet by Messrs Harry Stevens, and L. E. Williams. aiifs w. uayes coniriDuiea a ooupie ot pleasing songs, Mr Smith gave bagpipe imitations on the the violin, Pte. Cottin, (16th Worcre.) entertained with joggling feats, Harry Stevens supplied several good baritone numbers, and L. E. Williams created a lot of laughter with a couple of clever humorous sketches one of which was given at the piano. The Orcheetra played several times during the programme. There was nothing left to be desired in this entertainment and the service men were thoroughly appreciative. Mr L. E. Williams desire to tnank ail those who contributed towaras the Buccess of the eteuing's enjoyment, tsoih em regairis girds and talent 1. Children L-interteined.-Last week, by the kind thought of Councillor and Mrs. T. G. Hancock, of Hill House, Hakin, 120 children wltp have been rendered fatherless by the ravages of the war, were entertained to a tea and Christmas party at the Masonic Hall, which had been gaily decorated by the Signal staff of the naval base. The little ones en- joyed themselves to the full. and before leav- ing all the children were given a Christmas present, with v^hichj they hurrted home to show "mother. In the evening a dance party was given in the hall by the Misses Hancock to a large number of friends. Fire in Charles Street.—The residents in the row of small houses in Charles, Street, op- posite the Trafalgar Institute, had a rude awakening and an unpleasant experience about three o'clock on Monday morning. The occupant of the first house, Mr Daniel Davies. chimney sweep, wa,s awakened by a choking sensation, and found his room full of smoke. He at once aroused his neighbours, and it was discovered that the fire had broken out in a stable underneath the houses, in the occu- pation of Mr. Francis, ironmonger. The en- tire row was soon full of emoke, and Mr. Davies's house and Mr. G. Miller's boot work shop were ^omwhat damaged. The fire alarm was sounded, and a number of neighbours in the vicinity were soon on the fipot, and suc- ceeded in quenching the outbreak. One family of small children had to be taken from bed and carried to a neighbour's house. Except for one fireman nothing was seen of the Fire Brigade. In the high wind prevailing prob- ably the alarm was not heard. Artificial Teeth. Mr. Edward England, Ltd.. now attend s at Mr. Mevler. Chemist. Charles Street, Milford Haven, every Monday. See large advertisement. Estimates free. English and American Artificial teeth. Teeth fixed by the Coj#pany's Patent Suction, re- quiring no fastening. For articulation and eating they are equal to the natural teeth. Mr J H. Llewellin. Hamilton Terrace, a Qualified Ophthalmic Optician, is in atten- dance daily, and will be pleaded to advise any- one whose evesight is defective also to pro- vide SnectcWs (if such are necessary) after a thorough and careful testing. I
IGerman Submarine at Milford…
I German Submarine at Milford Haven. The ex-German Submarine U 112" arrived at Milford Haven on 27th December, having been delayed en route from Harwich. Tbe opening ceremony by the Chairman of the Milford Haven Urban District Council took place at lo.Ft.m. on Manday last. If it is desired tc view the interior cf the sub marine a fee of 6d. will be charged in addition to the price of admission namely, 61. The submarine will he open to the general public daily (ineltidine Sundays) from 10 a.m. to noon 1.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. U. 112" will lie alongside H M. Yacht Hecate which is berthed opposite the Main Gates of Milford Haven Docks. The public should enter by this gate, and obtain admission tickets from the Office situated in close proximity to the submarine. "U. 112" will remain at Milford until 11th January, after which date she will vibik Pembroke Dock. Unless orders are issued to the contrary, she will etay" at the 'aHer port until about 26th Jannary. On Monday morning, on the invitation of Admiral Charles H. Dare, the public exhibi- tion of the vessel was formally opened by Mr. Hugh Thomas, chairman of the Urban Council, and amongst those present were Councillors Col. W. R. Roberts, D. Pettit, T. G. Hancock, J. B. Gaskell, M. W. Howell, G. S. Kelway, E. Brand, W. Jenkins, E. E. Carter, J. E. Jones, and L. J. Mevler. The officer in command escorted one half the party from forard to aft, whilst a petty officer with the other half commenced the tour at the other end, and gave a most interesting des- cription of the wonderful and intricate mech- anism of tllm engine of death. a
I NEYLAND.
I NEYLAND. Neyland Allotment Association.—Orders for seeds, manures, etc., will be accepted by the Secretary up to January 7th. The Boys' School re-opens after the Xmas Holidays on Tuesday, January 7th. The W's.-Wben? Where? What? and Why? When ? This week. Where? At Biddlecombe's. What ? variety of dainty Handkerchiefs, of all kinds and sizes, Pinafores, Gloves, Hosiery and a number of useful articles, besines Gents'Over- coats. Suits, Braces, Ties, Collars, etc. Boys' stylish Suits in all sizes. (A special parcel of HosIery-all wool-Ladies' Gente' Boys' and Girls', Children's Socks and Hose in Jaeger and Jason make.) Why ? Because any of these make a splendid Christmas present, and a fine selection to choose from. Dance.—A very successful social evening in- cluding music and dancing was held at the National School on Boxing night under the auspices of the Neyland Institute Committee. Dancing continued until 1.30 a.m. Tea and other light refreshments were provided, and managed by a strong number of local ladies. The M.C. was Mr. T. D. Harries, John Street. We understand a handsome sum was realised at the close of the evening. Football Match.—On Thursday (Boxing Day), a very interesting match was played at the Transport Field, Neyland, kindly lent by Mr. H. V. LlewelUyn, grocer. The teams were the "Old Contemptibles" v. "Llanstadwell Second." The match caused a great interest in the town for the day and a large crowd gathered together to witness the match, which resulted in a score of "Llanstadwell Second'' 3 goalfe, and "Old Contemptibles" nil, the referee being Mr. Jack Lloyd, Hazelbeach. Sad News.—News has just been received at Neyland of the death of Private Teddy Wood, Welsh Regiment at Czersk, Germany. Private Wood joined the Army as Boon as he was 18 years of age and went out to France with his Regiment in May last and was taken prisoner in a few weeks after. He wrote home from the Convalescent Camp at Czersk on October 31et last and nothing further was heard from him until a letter reached his mother on Tuesday, that he died of meningitis on November 4th. He was one of the three soldier sons of Mrs. Wood, of 41, Charles Street, and grandson of Mr. John Richardson. Private Morris Wood, K.S.L.I., is at present home on leave from Ftajacfe, after seeing inucli active service.
I Do You Know_I
I Do You Know I That it is stated that 200 soldiers in France voted for Mr. G. B. Thomas, the Christian Socialist candidate in the recent election ? That the heaviest vote cast for Alderman Gwynne was in the Pennar district, and there was ao a substantial labour poll at Milford Haven ? That the General Election reveals some amazing electoral anomalies ? That in 92 constituencies the members were returned by a minority vote, and while 1,450,000 votes secured the return of 136 Coal- ition Liberals, 1,298,000 votes secured only 26 seats for independent Liberals ? That the Unionists, with a majority of about 65 members over all other parties, actually polled at least 1,500,000 fewer votes than all those parties ? That everyone can now understand why the recommendation of the Speaker's Conference were not accepted in their entirety by the Unionist Party t That when Lord St. Davids tells us that Pembrokeshire is a very poor county, I sup- pose he is speaking in a relative sense ? That even in Haverfordwest there are people who are said to have made £ 30,000 profit during the war ? That in Milford Haven this is regarded as a mere bagatelle That Lord St. Davids has himself estimated that the profits made by the farmers during three years of the war represents the value of their freehold ? That great interest was taken in the election competition at the Haverfordwest Cinema ? That the first prize ( £ 2 2s.) for the county result went to Miss Marjory Reynolds, Salu- tation Square the second ( £ 1 Is.) to Mr. Ralph Warren. Castle Square and the third (10s. 6d.) to Mr. Tom White. Church Lane ? That all three guesses were remarkably cloge, and were only out by a few hundred votes ? That there have been heavy bookings for to-night's Hill Park concert ?
Family Notices
BI RTHS-MARRIAGES-DEA THS. Announcements of births, marriages, and deaths, acknowledgments, and In Memoriam notices are inserted at 2a. 6d. each. For each ertile after the first in In Memoriam notices Is. is charged. In the event of a death notice and an acknowledgment being sent by the same party only one charge is made. These notices should be prepaid. MARRIAGES. IXNES-GLADWIX. On October 5th (by Bpecial licence) at Beira. Cosmo Rose Innes, only son of Mrs. E. F. Knight, to Eva, sectfd daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. Gladwin of Nairobi. (S. and B.E. African papers please copy). DEATHS. THOMAS.—On 22nd Dec. 1918, at 23. Wood: vil!e Gardens, Ealing, of pneumonia. Gwendolyn Reid, dearly loved dangbter of Maud and Gwyn Reid Thomas, aged 13 years and 10 months. DAVIES.—On December 22nd. at Steynton Farm, Frances, the beloved wife of Mr. David Davies, aged 73 years. MATHIAS.—On December 26th, at Pembroke Dock, Emma, dearly beloved wife of John Mathias, Hermon's Hill, Haverfbrdwest, aged 53 years. Deeply regretted. GEORGE. On December 29th, at Lower Hasguard, Margaret, the beloved wife of John George, aged 82 years. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. JAMES.—Mr. and Mrs. James James, 46, CiCy Road, Haverfordwest, desire to thank the friends who have shown their sympathy. also those who have sent floral tributes, in their recent sad bereavement. .EDWARDS.—Mr. Edwards and family, 101. Portfleld, desire to thank all friends for their kindness and sympathy shewn them in their recent sad bereavement. IN MEMORIAM. NORMAN.—In loving memory of Pte. Regin- ald Norman (Welsh Regt.), son of Mr. and Mrs. S. Norman, who died of wounds in Palestine, Jan. 3rd, 1918. From father, mother, brothers and sisters, Milford Haven. THOMAS. —In loving memory of Sarah Ann, granddaughter of George B. Thomas, Pren- dergast, Haverfordwest, who died 28th Dec.. 1917, deeply regretted. Do not ask us if we miss her. There is such a vacant place, How we miss her loving footsteps. And her dear and loving face, But our thoughts are always wandering To the grave not for away, Where we laid our darling, Just one year ago to-day WOOLLARD.—In loving memory t)f John, the dearly beloved husband of Sarah Eliza- beth Woollard. who died Dec. 27th, 1916. aged 69 years. God sees when the footsteps falter, When the pathway has grown too steep, So He touches the drooping eyelids, And giveth His loved ones sleep. Gone but not forgotten." Inserted by his loving wife and children, also granddaughter. Nellie. (Late of 35, Point Street, Hakin, Milford Haven).
I Forthcoming Events.I
I Forthcoming Events. Thursday, January 2nd.— Bethlehem Tableaux," arranged by S. Martin's at the Cinema Palace Theatre. Afternoon performance only. January 2nd. —A social will be given at Crundale Schoolroom, in aid of "Our Boyts," by Mise A. M. Evans d Miss A. Johns. February 13, 1919.- Albany Annual Tea and Concert. Particulars to follow. Shrove Tuesday, 1919.—St. Mary's annual tea and entertainment. Particulars later. March 26 and 30.—Wesleyan Church, Haverfordwest. The Rev. Mark Guy Pearse wli preach on Wednesday, March 26th and on Sunday March 30th. April 2, 1919.-Dr Campbell Morgan, L-ndon, will preach and lectnre in Haverfordwest 01 Wednesday afternoon and ei ening, April 2nd 1919. Particulars to follow. Sunday, June 29th, 1919.—Ebenezer Church Anniversary. Preacher: Rev. R. N. Roberts, B.A., Cardiff. I June 22 and 23.—Hill Park Church Anniversary. Preacher Rev. Richard Jones, M.A. Llandinam. I July 1919.—Annual grand fete at Haver- fordwest. Particulars in due course.
IMILFORD HAVEN.
I MILFORD HAVEN. Sunday, Jan. 12th to Friday, Itfh.—Gos- pel Mission at North Road Baptist Church, concluding with leettiit, entitled "From Prison to Pulpit." Missioner Mr. W. H. Griffiths, Bridgend. Thursday, January 28th.-Popular recital by Mr. Fred Duxbury, of London, at North Road Baptist Church.
! Treffgarne Boy's Bravery.
Treffgarne Boy's Bravery. Mr. and Mrs. George- Jones, Upper Mill, Treffgarne, have received very cheerful news concerning their promising son, Private W. J. Jones, 2nd Honourablie Artillery Company. He has distinguished himself once again on the battlefield; for which he has been awarded-zi Bar to his Military Medal. He was awarded the Medal for volunteering to go and repair communications under a very heavy fire. He alone, of the whole party of volunteers, re- turned safeDy. All the residents of his home district desire to congratulate Private Jones once again on winning this distinction,
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The Haverfordwest Originals gave a, concert at the County Hospital on Boxing Day. St. Martin's Hall.—A Dance will be held in the above hall to-morrow (Thursday) even- ing. Dancing to commence at 7.45. Ad- mission 6d.-Advt.. Long Night Dance.—A long night dance was held in St. Martin's Hall on Boxing night, when upwards of 100 were present, and a very enjoyable time was spent. Mr Woodman made an efficient M.C. Refreshments were provided, Mrs John and Miss Jenkins, Barn Street, presiding at the tables. IT Christmas Treat. At the Wesleyan Cbapel on Thursday last (Boxing Day), a Christmas treat was given, to which the children of the Merlin's Bridge Wesleyan Chapel were invited, and was thoroughly enjoyed by all present, after which a magic lantern entertainment took place. The star picture shown was" Buy your own cheeries," and was much appreciated by the audience. The story was read by Mr R. P. Smith. The pictures following were of a comic character and brought to a close a very enjoyable afternoon. Thanks are due to Mr Dawkins for lending the lantern, and to MrJ. H. Jones for manipulating the slides. Cinema Palace 1 heatre. — Through the generosity of the proprietors of the above theatre, the Sunday School children attached to the four churches in Haverfordwest were entertained to a special show of pictures on Monday last. The pictures, as always at this theatre, were clean, wholesome and amusing. The appreciation of the children was boundless and when Charlie Chaplain made his bow for the last film their hilarity was tremendous. We understand the invitation in- cluded the Sunday Schools of the various Noncon- formist bodies, but it was only accepted by S. Patrick's (R C.), Dew Street. The tea and stall held in Assembly Rooms on Dec. 5tb,-the same day as Pembroke- shire Needlework Guild, by kind permission of the President, Lady Kensington-realized fl.5 lGs. Od., less 9s. expenses. The pupils of Mill House College provided the goods for the stall, which amounted to XS 4s. 4d. These pupils also acted as waitresses at the tea tables. The enter- tainment committee render their grateful thanks to pupils and Staff of Hill House College, who helped so materially in the success.—F. Skone Rees, hon sec. Victory New Year's Party.— We would remind our readers of the Victory New Year's Parcy to be held in the Assembly Rooms on Tues- day next, January 7tb. There will be numerous competitions and prizes given in a variety of classes. Tickets should be secured at once, as they are being quickly taken up. We understand that Lady Evan Jones has kindly consented to act as one: of..tbe judges. We also understand that a popular air-force officer has been good enough to promise to marshall the parade children. The children's party will be from 4.30 p.m. to 8 p.m., and the'& yul ts' party frcm 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The party promises to be an even greater success than was last year's similar function. Among those who have kindly consented to give prizes are Lady Kensington, Lady Evan Jones, the Mayoress (Mrs Hugh Thomas), and the High Sheriff of the town and county (Mr W.:T. Davies). Death of a Nonagenarian.—The death oc- curred on Friday night last of Mrs. John, Shipman's Lane, Haverforwest, at the age of 94 years. Deceased lived to see the fourth generation. Death of an Old Inhabitant.-An old in. habitant of the town, Mrs. Rogers. The Shop. Dew Street, passed away while sitting in her chair on Sunday last. She had lived to a ripe old age. and leaves several sons and daugh- ters. Welcome Home. Among those home at Haverfordwest we hotioe Warrant Officer Archie Phillips, King's Own Hussars, one of the few now left of French's "old contemp- tibles" (but really "invineibles"), and a Mons hero. He is on a visit to his father. Mr W. D. Phillips, and looks fit. At present he holds the important position of Cadet Instructor at Sandhurst Royal Military College. We arc also pleaded to see home from France Pte. Freddie Drakeford. St. Thomas Green, and Telegraphist Pettit (Post Office). Picton Castle.—The usuali Christmas festivi- ties were held at Picton Castle, but it is re- gretted that owing to the Rationing of Food Order the customary generous presents of beef could not be given by Sir Charles and Lady Philipps to their employees. The school chil- dren and Slebeeh Church choir were enter- tained on Christmas Day by Sir Charles and Lady Philipps. together with Mrs. Bromfield and her son, General St. John. C.B.. and Mrs. St. John, and Miss ^Vilder. who were untiring in their efforts in making the party a great success. After a l,ountiful! tea the evening was devoted to games, carol singing, and dis- tribution of prizes to the members of the choir and Sunday School. The singing of the National Anthem brought a pleasant evening to a close.
Food Control Offences.
Food Control Offences. FURTHER WARNINGS ISSUED. A meeting of the Borough of Haverfordwest Food Control Committee was held at the Coun- cil Chamber, Haverfordwest, last week, when there were present:—Alderman T. H. Thomas U-liairman), Mrs. Evans, Councillors W. G. Rowlands, D. J. Lloyd and F. D. Phillips, and Messrs. T. James, J. Rees. and J. Thomas. The Executive Officer stated that as a result of a visit paid to the town by a Divisional Inspector, he had received communications from the Enforcement Commissioner stating that at four shops, which had been visited, no Bacon Price Lists were exhibited, and at one licensed house a certain quantity of whisky had been sold at 6d. instead of 5d. After some consideration it was decided to issue warnings to the offenders. The action of the sub-committee in ordering a milk filter and cooler was approved.
MIDDLE HILL.
MIDDLE HILL. A very successful entertainment wa:; held in connection with Middle D ill Church on Boxing night. The programme consisted of the following items :-Solos, Mrs Evans Miss Deitha Morgans Miss Maud Hitchings Mr Robert John Thomas; Mr Reggie Walters and Mr T. P. Cousins. Quartettes :-Mrs Rees and Party Mrs Evans and party. Daett :-Mr J. Cousins and Mr T. P. Cousins. Recitations :-Misses Gwendoline Banner, Dolly Evans, Louis Rees, Olweu Thomas, Maud Hitchings and Mr Robert John Thomas. Choir:—"Ring out the bell for Christ- mas, The New Song," Hail, Spoiling Morn. Despite the inclemency of the weather there was a very good audience, and the programme was con- sidered by all to be one of the best ever provided in the place. Great credit is due to the conductor, Mr William Bevaus, for the excellent renderings by the choir of the various selections, and to Miss Marie Dawkins who ably presided at t-lie organ. The chapel was tastefully decorated by Mrs Evans and the Misses Lily Bevans and Florrie Morgan'
ROOSE SESSIONS-
ROOSE SESSIONS- At the Roose Sessions. Haverfordwest, on Saturday, Giovanni Rabaiotti. Milford Haven, was fined 7s. 6d. for riding a bicycle without lights; John Llewellyn, shipwright. Guildford, was fined 7s. 6d. for driving a donkey cart without lights; and Martha Jones, grocer's assistant, Portfield. was fined a similar amount for driving a horse and trap without lights.
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CINEMA MANAGEMENT THANKED. To the Editor of the Telegraph." Sir,—May I through your columns express to the management of the Cinema the grateful thanks of the Church Sunday School children who attended the performance given by fnem on December 30tli. The resounding shouts and laughter and merriment were a token of their apprjeciation. and the programme was most excellent and suitable in every way. A BARING-GOULD. S. Martin's. Haverfordwest, Jan. 30th. (
IBURTON. IBURTON.
BURTON. BURTON. Success of a Burton Man.—In the "Los Ai-igeles Sunday Times" appears an interest- ing article describing the launching of the first great ship of the South Western Co. at East San Pedro. It is an P.800 ton ship. The construction of this ship constitutes a world's record, as it was launched in 77 day- from the laying down of the keel. the pre\ ic'us record being 116 da-s. Asked how the Company did it. an official said it was due to Western push and energy and Los Angeles hustle. The C). has a pav roll of 15.000 men. It is interesting to note that a great deal of the success is due to Mr. James Lewis, -foreman of shipwrights, who went to the State* some years ago from Pembroke Dockyard. He is a son of Mr and Mrs. Lewis, Vauxhall, Burton. We congratu- late Mr. Lewis on his achievement. 1
Pembrokeshire Quarter Sessions.
(Continued from preceding column.) do you mean? I will tell Bill about you." What do you think," he asked, I have a daughter nearly as old as you are. There was no truth in the prosecutrix's statement as to the assault. What he did was in the presence of Richards. Later the husband called on him at the Kimberley. When asked ii he would face Mrs. Absalom he said he would. JIe called on Mrs. Absalom, asked her what she meant, and threatened to murder the whole d- lot. COMMITTED AN INDISCRETION. Cross-examined, defendant said he put his arm round Mrs. Absalom's waist to press her inside out of the wet. Counsel: Did you ask permission to kiss her? —Certainly not. Did she smack you in the face?-No, certainly not. Defendant added that Mrs. Absalom could see he was annoyed about her remark concern- ig her husband. He said, What do you mean, woman? I have a daughter as old as youl" You did nothing wrong?—Certainly not—no- thing more than any other maa would do- 'cept my God. Did you say before the iiiagistrates, I admit I was indiscreet?"—Yes, I was indiscreet. The Chairman: What did you mean? Accused: Putting my arm over her—whioa any man would naturally do. Counsel: Richards came on the scene after- wards?—Richards was there all the time. Jas. Richards said he waa employed by Mr. White, and was 65 years of age. He saw Mr. White put his arm round the prosecutrix, and the latter said, I will tell Bill." Mr. "White "hen turned round and said, Good God, woman, I have a datifchter nearly as old afl you are." Regarding Barrett's evidence, witness re- marked that he was like a well-trained doj; he had to do what he was told. (Laughter). The jury found the accused not guilty," and he was discharged.