Evening Express

DOCTORS IN DANGER FUNERAL HORSES BOLT I A sensational scene occurred at Edinburgh on Monday during the funeral of Professor Ann.andale, which wae attended by represen- tatives of Edinburgh University and the Royal College of Surgeons. While the cortege was on the way from f St. John a Church to Dean Cemetery the horses attached to a carriage occupied, by Drs. Cotterill and Ma-cgillivray, president and vice-president respectively of the College of Surgeons, bolted and dashed along the road. There was a. momentary danger of a' oolli- sion with the hearse, but, happily, this was, avoided, and, amid much excitement, the runaways tore past the hearse. The animals were finally pulled up through one of them getting its leg over the shaft, In this way the carriage was dragged a little further and then stopped. Though somewhat upset by the occurrence, the occupants of the carriage were ull. injured.

I MRS. EDDY'S MILLIONS Mre. Mary Baker G. Eddy announced at Bost-on that she will immediately found, at a cost of £ 200,000, a Christian Science Institu- tion. for the special benefit of the poor and the general good of mankind. It is two years since Mrs. Eddy spent £ 400,000 on the first church at Boston.—Reuter.

AMBULANCE WORK Mr. Lyndon Moore held an inquest at New- port on Monday concerning the death cr JaiDea Kilty (291, married, who was drowned in the Nort.h Alexandra' Dock at Newport on Saturday while following his employment as a labourer for Messrs. C. 8 Wilson, engineers, Regent-street, Liverpool. It appeared that I deceased, who lived at 15. Ridington-street, Liverpool, wa,3 crossing a ladder from a Greek steamer to the steamer Lady Carring- ton when he slipped and fell into the water. The weather was rough and both steamers I wer; rocking. The body was recovered with grappling irons, and for nearly two hours members of the docks ambulance staff attempted artifieal respiration. The Coroner complimented Mr. Abbott and Police-constables Green and Croft, first-aid II men, on their fine efforts. A verdict of "Accidental death" w a-- returned.

NEWPORT TRADER SAFE The schooner Proba, about which some aTID-eiy has been felt, and whioh was feared to have been lost in the recent storm, has tarn?d up ??t Cherbourg safe. She left [Newport ou the 5th inst. with a cargo of about 170 tana of ooal, and in the ordinary course should have run across in about a week. However, she remained in Cardiff Roads for ten days, while the heavy weather prevailed, and then proceeded safely. The Proba, 91 tons net register, is a. regular trader to Newport. Messrs. Rennie, Wilkin- son, and Co. are the brokers.

MISSING FERNDALE WOMAN Notwithstanding every effort, no clue has yet been found of Mrs. Barry, Baptist-row, Blaenilechau. Ferndale, who has been miss- ing since last Thursday week, and the husband has now practically abandoned I hope of finding her alive. A local disused pit and the Rhondda River, as far as the weir at Treforeet, have been searched, with- out any trace of the woman being found.

CLYDE SHIPBUILDING The shipbuilding returns for the Clyde are I now available, and, contrary to expectation, sboa that the year's output has exceeded that of last year. The figures axe 625,000 tons I for 1907, as against 601.000 tons for 1906. I

PATRIOTS STILL AT OUTS. I The meeting: of Nationalists convened in Dublin on December 13 to bring about a reconciliation betweem Mr. John Redmond, M.P.. and Mr. Wm. ORrien, M.P., was resumed I on Monday, and drew up certain proposals. | These proposals, however, both the Right Rev. Dir. O'Donnell (Bishop of Rathoe) and Mr. Redmond refused to agree to, as being ootside thoir power. Therefore, there is no 1 larnnrflfittrm fior 12m tiffi* bejtaz.

The Man in the Street in The long-suffering mere man who lo,>ks uio. on the sufi;rag~ is.t wit-h alarm j should really be thankful for "mall urercies. He should know that only across the Herring Pond there is it malignant type of woman agitator compared with which our own; particular brand is as sweetest honey and loveliest of blushing roses. The chival- rous, kind-hearted American is the choice product, of his enlightened, relined, bine-stocking women, and he the enviable and soft reputation among his female relations of being the most, amialJle, most lovable thing in trousers on earth. He is a glowing and speaking picture of what happens when the relative positions of n-en and women in the Old Country are changed to make way for the new order of things. He scrubs the floors with zeal, washes out the pots and pans with great intelli- gence, and is a duck of a nurse for chil- dren, and generally behaves in the con- veniently useful and honourable capa- city of mother's help. Incidentally, in 'his spatre time he earns the money to keep his wife in pocket money and to provide his mother-in-law with theatre tickets and other little healtful- treats which modern women find necessary to make life at man's expeaise woirth living. The other day a fairly representative type of the Yankee amiable husband had the good fortune to slip away from the leading strings of his womenfolk. He had made up his manly mind to strike agaansit undignified window and boot cleaning, going <m childlike errands for bread and groceries, dutifully minding the baby, artistically peeling the pota- toes, nicely ironing clothes, carefully hanging out the washing, making beds with exemplary care, seeing that the cakes did not burn, and properly sweep- ing out the crooks and crannies of three flights of stairs. In the police-court he glibly ran off the touching string of his woes without a mistake, only making the important reservation that not half—the worse half—bad been told. Wiha-t, he plaintively, asked, would the magistrate do in his case? He assured the court that he had not married an heiress, and that he had never seen the colour of his mother-in-law's money—he aloxie was the general family provider. The magis- trate, a single man, and therefore ignorant of the guile and strength of a mother-in-law, gave hi.11 most useful advice. He told the amiable man not to treat his wife's ma as he would a Sevres vase to go home and smash a few plates, curse a little for a beginning, and, if his mother-in-law was not properly im- pressed, to throw her down the entire j treble flight of stairs. The amiable man turned towards "hoone, sweet home," fully inspired to act for once like a manfíkê the brute so picturesquely described in hysterical terms by the long-suffering female of British politics. He would assert him- self, and in future his wife and mother- in-law might do the washing, sweeping, and cleaning. He put out his manly, amiable chest, and proceeded with firm steps under the glorious inspiration that at last he was about to be "boss." What a joyous surprise he had for his wife and mother! But as he got nearer home his courage, like that of Bob Acres, began j to ooze out of his fingers. "There was no magistrate with inspiration as to manly acts, the smashing of dishes, and summary ejection of hateful females down three flights of stairs. When he reached his door, the iast drop of his great resolve disappeared at the sound of a voice which came floating down the stairs: wv ill- Y am 1" He abjectly returned to his pots and pans, and became o-nce I more the amiable man of which our fair xankee cousins are so proud. Here is a tonic for those who would put our suffragist sisters on a pedestal and hand over to them the garment which has been worn by man since the earliest invention of rational clothes. We may still live and sing, "Britons never will be blavas." The Zancigs, who give the star turn at the Cardiff Empire this week, are knofwn to the world as it is given few men and women to be. Their private performance yesterday afternoon to a select audience showed that they had lost none of the marvellous skill in mind- reading which marked their previous visit to South Wales. Mr. Lewis Morgan is .reckoned a cute man as aldermen go, but at the conclusion he •had to admit that he was still ignorant as to how it was done, and naively con- fessed tibat he had thought of going into the same line of business- if only to ascer- tain how much money there was in his wife's purse. It would also serve him as chairman of the Education Committee and in the avoidance of squalls which overtake people who are net gifted with the extra- ordinary sixth sense that enables one to road wha.t is passing inune mind of another. There are many situations in which it is easily conceivable that the a.rt would come in very useful. But if this kind of skill became general and all could read what was parsing in the minds of others life rrould become un- bearable, an d if only for peace of mind the world would perforce have to turn honest. Such contuigenoiecs are too horrible to contemplate, and we must be content to leave these psychological arts to the experts who are drawing big houses to the Empire. The Christmassy atmosphere extended even to Cardiff's dignified council- chamber yesterday, when Councillor Chapped obliged tho genial company gathered together, by putting questions which could not be answered. It was a sort of clown and pantoloon performance at the end of the pantomime, and served as a pleasant way to finish a. year of serious and important work. Councillor Cbappeil may hang up his stocking to- night and snore jubilantly in the knowledge that the member for the city is not to be burned, tha.t the ener- getic corporation rat-cate>her will do his duty—so far as the four-footed rodents are concerned, at any rate—and that the new Mental Infirmary in rural, suburban Whitchurch will be ready for the reception of patients on or about April the first. Councillor Cbappeil did not inquire about the palatial piggeries, and it may be taken for granted that [this matter does not disturb his mental outlook..The development.. of the city scheme was rightly postponed to the more serious New Year, which should prove a record-making one for the Coal City. And now we are right bang up to the eve of tho great day of the year. The mistletoe and holly are topping the door- ways, in the centre of oeilings, and over mirrors and pictures. The turkey and the goose are stuffed, the plum puddings are awaiting their final boiling, the msnce pies (it is hoped) are safely cupboarded, and Santa Clans is covering himself with grease for his wonderful descent down [thousands of apparently impossible chimneys. To-night the hard-working business ?>eop]e will putting up their shut-tors for two or three days at least. an d the g-sneral pnbbe, having emptied their pucses, will prep;ure with light heart and glad minds t.o celebrate Christinas Day with the joy which comes only once a. year. It is now my pleasant duty to wish all my readers a very hap'o'y and merry Christmas, with tihe hope that the celebration of the season will leave them brighter and more amiable than its eve found them, and that; tbey will live long -sratiurood, health to enjoy many of &b £ 3&>

Harden Triai Disclosures I KAISERS SISTER NAMED IN COURT I The Harden trial at Berlin has adjourned over the Chiistmas holidays, and will be resumed on Friday morning. Frau toii Elbe was again subjected to a lengthy cross-esamination on Monday morn- ing, in the coarse of which it is understood that she modified her former evidence to such an extent that, the defence expressed astonishment. The result was that the medical expert Who at the first trial declared that Count Kuno von Moltke was abnormal on Monday withdrew the statement, which he declared v.-a, based upon Frau von Elbe's evidence. When the public were admitted iu the afternoon the prosecution continued their tactics of proving Frau von Elbe's un- trustworthine^s on the ground of the medi- cal evidence regarding her neurasthenia. T110 Court Secided to send one of their num- her to Munich to take on oatJl tho evidence of Geheinviat Schweninger, who is ill. He was Bismarck's doctor, and is an intimate friend of Kerr Harden, who obtained much of his information from him. It was Geheinviat Schweninger who introduced Herr Harden to Fran von Elbe. In the conrt Hcrr Harden looked extremely ill. His voice was weaker. Count von Moltke seemed much better, and followed the proceedings with keen attention. It is anticipated that the trial will last several days longer, owing to the number of medical witnesses to be heard. A Startling Statement According to the Central News, Herr Har- den made the sensational statement that the Emperor's sister, Prinoess Charlotte, had in conversation with him told him she knew Count von Moltke to be a man of depraved habits. Herr Hard en's counsel thereupon asked that her Imperial Highness should be sub- poenaed as a witness.

CHRISTMAS CHARITY I Nearly 200 old and deserving people assembled at Wesley School, Charles-street, Cardiff, to receive their Christmas parcels. Previous to the distribution they were enter- tained to a concert and coffee supper, pre- sided over by the Rev. E. Lightwood Smith. On retiring each was given a parcel contain- fug tea, sugar, butter, bacon, cheese, oranges, and sweets. Mr. and Mrs. Freeman Gravil superintended the arrangements, assisted by Miss Ethel Thomas and other ladies. The poor and aged at LLantwit Major have been made the recipients of beef and plum pudding from the hands of Colonel J. Gaskell, J.P. Captain Hughes-Morgan's Generosity The inhabitants of Talgarth are very grateful to Captain D. Hughes-Morgan for his kinflnecs8 in giving two heifers for the poor of the district. On Monday afternoon the beef was distributed in the Market-hall, over 1,2001b. being cut up for the parishioners. The ministers and clergy were entrusted with the work of allotting the beef to the various families, and there was enougih for every one. The bell-ringers of St. Gwendoline's Church (Talgarth Parish Church) will ring a peal on Christmas Day in compliment to Captain Morgan. Chuistmas Dinner to Merthyr Poor Merthyr, as in past years. is again mindful of. the needs of its numerous poor. The rector's committee, consisting of the four churchwardens and thirty-two eidesmen, are making preparations for giving a Christmas dinner to about 3,000 of the poorest inhabi- tants, irrespective of creed or nationality. The cost of the dinner is raised by oolleo- tions among the townsfolk generally. Tickets are distributed by those in touoh with the very poor, and the dinner is given in St. David's Schools immediately after the third service in the church. Ladies and gentlemen in the town render help. Slum Workers' Brigade A.n appeal is made on behalf of the Slum Workers' Brigade of South Wales by Mr. S. Williams, organising secretary. 14, Walker- road, Cardiff for aid for various philan- thropic efforts.

OPENING THE DRUCE GRAVE I The date of the opening of the Druce vault has not jet been authoritatively disclosed, if, indeed, it has actually been fixed. Pre- liminary arrangements are, however, being made for the exhumation. A Large quantity of wood was deposited near the grave on Monday for the purpose of hoarding in the tomb. The enclo- sure will be of considerable dimensions, and will exclude everyone who is not privileged to be present. The removal of the mono- lithic memorial stone and masonry will occupy some time after the erection of the enclosure to-day (Tuesday).

EXPLOSIVES UNDER THE BED Edward Finch, a colliery contractor, 8, School-street, Blaencwm, Rhondda, was sum- moned at Ystrad Police-court on Monday twder the Explosives Act for having in his possession 561b. of saxonite and 441b. of com- pressed powder.—Police-inspector John Wil. liams said that he visited defendant's premises and found the explosives under a bed and exposed. In the same room there were several coils of safety fuse, which were, however, harmless. Mr. A. T. James, who defended, informed ) the henoeh that his client had to supply 151b. of explosive daily to the seven men he employed, and was ignorant of the law. A fine of £3 was imposed, and the question of forfeiture of the goods was held over for a. month.

| SHAREHOLDERS ANGRY An extraordinary general meeting of Ind, Coope, and Co. was held in London on Monda<y to ratify the payments made by the old directors, the late Mr. Justice Ke?ewich having declared that the notices convenmg the general meetings in July last year were insufficient. Monday's meeting was very lively, and protests were made against ) certain pensions and allowances. Some speakers suggested that in the interests of the company the past should be forgotten, while others were opposed to compromise. After a three-h ours'- E;ittir. nearly all the resolutions were rejected and polls demanded. As the directors held 8,000 proxies againt-t 1,700, the result was a fore- gone coneliisioTi.

DEAN FOREST MYSTERY I The sequel to a Dean Forest mystery was furnished by a gruesome discovery made on Monday afternoon. Early last August a single young man, named Worgan, of The Fiu-naces, Cinderford, who was in pre- carious state of health, suddenly left his home, and was not again seen alive. It was conjectured that he had thrown himself down one or other of the adjacent disused colliery shafts, which were searched in vain. 'f On Monday afternoon the body, almost nude and terribly decomposed, was discovered in a secluded Slpot near the Speech House.

THE SULTAN'S CLEMENCY. I PARDON FOR ACCOMPLICE IN AN ATTEMPr TO KILL HIM. The Belgian Government has been apprised I that the Sultan has pardoned the Belgian Joris, who was sentenced to death two years ago as an accomplice in the attempt to kiU the Sultan by dynamite as he was returning from the mosque. It will be r-emeinbered that the explosion resulted in killing or wounding about "forty people. Joris is returning to Belgium. The Belgian Government had fruitlessly claimed jurisdiction over him, oenying that the Turkish Government had jurisdiction in the matter.—Central News.

THE MAURETANIA ADRIFT I I The Manrebania broke from her moorings [ at tihe foot of West Thirteenth-street, New York, during a gale on Monday morning, and crashed into a fleet of barges at an adjoining pier.—Reuter.

PORTUGAL REFORMING ITS HOUSE OF LORDS. Lisbon papers state that a decree for the reform of the Heu&e of Peeis, will be issued this year. The present composition of the House will be unaltered, but it will he made poesible to oreate an unlimited number of peers. Part, of the judicial powers of the Rouse will be transferred to the Supreme Oourt of Justice. It is added that the new Patriarch of Lisbon will be appointed Presi- dent of the House of Pe,rs.Reuter.

A &M of 2%. and costs was inflicted by the Merthyr magistrates upon Patriok Gal- vin, a stoker the South Tunnel Pit, Fochriw, bw hoctm? upon the 'WorD in a state at iottxrimtiocL

I Shah's Declaration I SUBMITTED STIPULATIONSACCEPTED I The Shah on Sunday night sent to Parlia- ment a Koran, together with a signed and sealed declaration, promising that he would act in accordance with the Constitution. The President informed the House that the t Shab. had accepted the various stipulations submitted to him, namely:— (It To send away Saad-ed-Dowleh and the intriguing priests, and to punish the persons responsible for the recent disorders. (2) To permit Ala-ed-Bowleh and his brother to return. (3) To aesign a force of 200 infantry as a permanent guard for the Parliament build- ings. (4) To place all troops, including the Cossack! Brigade, which until now has been an inde-' pende-nt command, under the Ministry of War. (5) the Russian officers of the brigade shall only instruct the men, and not com-1 mand, as has hitherto been the case. The shops have re-opened.—Reuter. Reuter's Agency understands that the latest official new, received from Teheran by the Foreign Office indicates that there is some likelihood of the Assembly and the Shah coming to terms, thus showing an imiprovemcnt in the situation. Causes of the Trouble Renter's Agency has received the following appreciation of the situation from an authoritative source:—It would be too sanguine to hope for an immediate or radical change in the existing situation in Persia, j the causes of hostility between the two! parties being too deep-rooted. At the same time, it may be expected that, with the re- organisation of the finances which is now being seriously undertaken under the advice of a competent French financier, the Govern- mcut will be in the possession of means necessary to secure the efficient operation of the civil and military forces. As soon as this has taken place the situation will gradually calm down. The best hope of Persia is that Russia and England, without interference, will use joint influence to assist the work of re- organisation. Once the Persians are con- vinced that neither Russia nor England has any intention of promoting the interests of either one party or the other in order to secure political control of the government the outlook will materially improve. If, on the other band, Persia is made the arena of Anglo-Russian conflict the result will be disastrous for Persian progress and to the interests of the two countries themselves, both from the financial point of view and from that of the immense inte- rests both have in maintaining the sym- pathy of their Mussulman subjects. The Anglo-Russian agreement was signed in the nick oi time, and has, undoubtedly, prevented most serious complications in Persia, which would infallibly have extended to Anglo- Russian relations. Neither England nor Russia has any wish to profit by internal disorders. They have every desire to put a stop to them, if that can be done without direct intervention. As to direct interven- tion, the present state of feeling in Persia is so sensitive as to foreign interference that even the appearance of such a thing might lead to a most regrettable anti- foreign movement. Of course, it can hardly be hoped that the Anglo-Russian agreement will put a final and immediate end to the antagonism which has so long existed between the subordinate agents of Russia and Great Britain on the spot, but once it is clearly understood that both Governments. are sincerely, anxious to work hand-in-hand, in order to leave Persia free to manage her own affairs without foreign intervention, and as soon as the Per- sians themselves realise that the object of the agreement is to preserve the indepen- dence and integrity of Persia, and, in the interests of Persia herself, to put a Stop to the opposition between Russia and England with regard to Persian affairs, there is little doubt that a marked improvement will take p-le,ce.-PTess Association Special Telegram.

Late Lord Kelvin1 I LAID TO REST IN WESTMINSTER I ABBEY At noon on Monday, in the presence of representatives of the King and Royal Family and a. distinguished congregation, which included the leading figures of the various learned societies, the body of the last of the great scientists of the VicWrian era was laid to rest in Westminster Abbey, next to the grave of Sir Isaac Newton. Prom the moment of the announcement of the death of Lord Kelvin there was no doubt of popular feeling in favour of eepulture in the Abbey, and the large attendance of the general public at the obsequies testified to the ,high estimation entertained for one who worked so long and with all a scientist's absence of ostentation. By half-past eleven every available seat in the nave was occupied by relatives and' friends of the deceased, by men of science, and representatives of learned societies from all parts of the kingdom and abroad. Shortly afterwards the organ pealed forth the simple and expressive funeral music com- posed by Purcell for Queen Mary's funeral in 1694. This was followed by Chopin's "Funeral March" played by Sir Frederick Bridge. Then the organ was silent for a while, the stillness being broken only by the chanting of the hymn, Brief life is here our portion." heard in the distance as the coffin was being borne in procession through the cloisters from the Chapel of St. Faith to t-he choir, and the solemn tolling of the Abbey bell. In the nave the flickering lights cast a dim glow over the impressive scene, rendered more sombre by the darkness outside, and as the coffin, covered with its purple pall, passed by to the choir every head was reverently bowed. Following the choir was the whole chapter of the Abbey, the dean, and sub-dean, wearing the sixteenth century copes of black and gold. PALL-BEARERS AND CHIEF MOURNERS. The pall-bearers were :Lord Raykdgh, Admiral of the Fleet Sir Edward II. Seymour, Mr. John Morley. M. Gaston Darboux (per- petuaJ secretary of the Academy of Sciences of France), Sir Archibald GeiMe (president of the Geological Society), Lord Strathcona, Professor A. Crum Brown (Royal Society of Edinburgh), Sir George Darwin, K.C.B. (Uni- versity of Cambridge), the Master of Peter- house, Cambridge, Dr. M' AliSlter (principal of the University of Glasgow), Sir J. Wolfe Barry, K.C.B. (Institution of Civil Engineers;, and Dr. R. T. Glazebrook (Institution of, Electrical Engineers). The chief mourners were Dr. J. T. Bot-, tomley, F.R.S., Mr. G. King, Mr. W. Crum. Mr. James Thotason, Mr. W. Bottomley, and Sir Alex. Brown, together with four grand- nephews, Mr. D. King and Mr. J. F., Mr. W., and Mr. G. Bottomley. In the cloisters was stationed a guard of the Electrical Engineers Volunteers (of which Lord Kelvin was oolon.el-in-chieD. under; Colonel Crompton. The opening sentences of the Buri. al Service were to Dr. Oroft's music, and Wesley's I anthem, He will follow up death with vie- tory," was sung after the lesson. While the body was being borne in procession to the grave 0 rest in the Lord was played, followed by Beethoven's impressive "Funeral March." After the committal service Goss's anthem, I heard a yoice," was sung, the closing hymn being 0 God, our help in ages past." Before the coffin was lowered into the grave j a laurel wreath from the Royal Society was placed at the head and a beautiful cross of white flowers from Lady Kelvin at the foot. The coffin bore the inscriptionWilliam Thomson, Baron Kelvin of Largs, P.C., O.M., G.C.V.O., F.R.S., FJR.S.E., LL.D., D.C.L.; born 26th June, 1824; died 17th December, 1907." As the choir and clergy left the Abbey the "Dead March" in "Saul" was played. PERSONAGES AT THE CEREMONY. The King was represented by the Duke of Argyll, Sir Arthur Eigge attended on behalf of the Prince of Wales, and Major Green WiUkineon represented the Duke of Con- Seats in the stalls were oooupied by the Russian and Italian Ambassadors, Mr. J. Ridg'ley Carter representing the American Ambassador, Baron von Stumm representing the German Ambassador, and Mr. Ijinin I representing the Japanese Ambassador. The Lord Mayor attended; also the Master of the Clothwarkers' Company. The First Lord of the Admiralty (Lord Tweedmouth), accompanied by his secre- taries, attended to represent the Board of Admiralty. The Lord President of the Council was represented by Mr. Aimeric Fitzroy. A delegation from Glasgow University in. cluded the vioe-cihajieellor, Stir W. Bilsliand (who as Lord ProTœt also represented the I city), Mr. H. G. Gordon, of Aikenth-e;? the I tote chancellor's assessor, represent?tivea of the senate, of the general council, and of the students' FepresI11.a.tive council, and the bedellus of the university, bearing the draped mace. The University of Cambridge was repre- sented by the vice-chancellor, and Lord I Kelvin's olid college (Peterhouse) by the master and fellows; Professor Liveing was also present with them. Oxford University was represented by the vice-chancellor, Pro- fessor W. Osier, and Professor H. A. Meers. The University of Wales was represented by Mr. Aq^gTis (registrar) and Dr. Roberts. From Lord Kelvin's business firm were Mr. J. T. Bottomley and. Mr- W. Bottomley (nepibews), and the Institution of Electrical Engineers, of whicih Lord Kelvin was presi- dent wihen he died, were represented by Sir Jefon Gafvey, Dr. R. T. Glazebrook, MI. R. Kaiye Gray, Sir Henry Mance, Sir W. H. Preece, Mr. Alexander Seimens, all past presidents, a.nd by Mr. F. GiU, Professor G. KiatRp, Mr. C. P. SipaaaN. 31r. W. ML Mxxrdey, Hit W. H. PatafaeiB, WftJBLJfwminirmd,

Indian Mutiny Veterans I FEASTED IN LONDON I Some 700 officers and men, veterans of the Indian Mutiny campaign, dined at the Albert- hall, London, on Monday, in commemora- tion of the golden jubilee of that campaign, the celebration of which had been organised by the "Daily Telegraph," with which officials of the War Office, India Office, and Admiralty co-operated. The arrival of the veterans from all parts of the kingdom at the various railway stations and their subsequent passing through the streets to the Albert-hall attracted much popular attention. At the Albert Memorial the veterans were reviewed by Lord Roberts. Those who lived at a great distance arrived in London overnight, and came (lli from their hotels under the guidance of specially-appointed stewards. The old fellows, who proudly wora their medals, were in due time conducted within the vast hall. Here a striking scene was presented. The representatives of every regiment at present home who participated in the campaign attended, while the London Volunteers assembled in some force. There was also a goodly gatlhering of the kith and kin of the heroes. The hall was gaily decorated with trophies of flags and shields, the Star of India being liberally used as a device that formed the basis of each trophy. Lord Roberts presided, and among those whose names were given as occupants of the high table were Lord Curzon of Kedleston, Field-marshals Sir Evelyn Wood and Sir George White, Admiral Lord Walter Kerr, and Mr. Rudyard Kipling. Lord Roberts announced that the follow- ing message had. been received from the King- I shall be glad if you will make known to the veterans who are assembled at the Albert-hall to-day under your chairman- ship my great satisfaction at learning how large a numtber of the survivors who took part in the memorable Indian Mutiny of 1857 are aMe to be present on such an interesting occasion. I speak in the name of the whole Empire when I say that we all deeply appreciate the conspicuous service rendered by them and their com- rades who have now passed away, under most trying circumstances, and with a gallantry and an endurance which were the means, under Providence, of saving our Indian Empire from a great peril. —(Cheers.) Lord Curzon of Kedleston proposed the toast of The Survrrtxrs," to which Lord Roberts xeplied. There was a telegram from bhe Viceroy, dated from Calcutta, December 23, as fol- lows: Hearty good wishes to historic gathering of Indian Mutiny veterans, whose services in the hour of peril can never be forgotten." Lord Kitchener also telegraphed from Cal- cutta, his message being:- Please convey the hearty greetings and good wishes of the Army in India to meeting of veterans. Their past glorious deeds are not forgotten in this country. We all wish them a pleasant afternoon and a happy New Year." (Cheers.) Lord Curzon, amidst loud cheers, gave the toast of "The Survivors of the Indian Mutiny." LORD OURZON'S SPEECH. Lord Curzon said the ceremony waa the natural complement to the incident that occurred at the Delhi Durbar close upon five years ago, and he re-called the reception given to the little band of Indian survivors of the Mutiny. They were gazing for the last time at one of the supreme pages of history before it was turned back for ever and stored away on the dusty shelves of time. To the bulk of Englishmen the Indian Mutiny was already a tradition rather than a memory, and was surrounded with an almost mystic halo as one of the great national epics of the race. To all of them, young or old, it was one of the combined tragedies and glories of the nation. The glory because great names leapt to life, high and ennobling deeds were done; and-best and most enduring of all-there sprang from all that havoc and disaster the majestio fabric of an India united under a single Crown. Lord Curzon paid a tribute to the women who went through the Mutiny, and congratulated the meeting on the chairman- ship of Lord Roberts, who was the hero of a score of campaigns, the prudent champion of their national honour. Might they not also feel that, side by side with them for all they knew, the spirits of the mighty dead might be looking down upon them-Henry Lawrence, John Lawrence, Nicholson, Outram, Havelock, Colin Campbell, and many others. Nor must they forget the Viceroy, Canning. Primarily, they were remihded of the death. less bravery and endurance of the British soldier, and also of the equal gallantry and constancy of the Indian troops. (Cheers.) They were reminded that a spirit of forbear- ance breathed in high places, and that there sprang from out that chaos and suffering a new spirit of peace and harmony, bearing fruit in the high and purified resolve, never letting it be forgotten that the result of the Mutiny was not simply an Englamd vic- torious, but an India peaceful, united, and started once again on that wondrous career of advance and expansion. The bitterness had gone out of their minds, and the blood- stains had been wiped out of hearts on both sides. He coupled with the toast the name of Lord Roberts, their hero of 1857 as he was their hero of 1907. Lord Roberts, in reply, regretted that there was no one left alive who held any position of responsibility in the Mutiny. He expressed their indebtedness to Lord Burnham, and said they must all feel that this commemoration was an honour, not paid to them, but to the memory of those by whose skill and courage that great epoch in their Indian history was brought to a satisfactory conclusion. Lord Roberts also mentioned the names of the many great men who went through the Mutiny.

UNEMPLOYED EX-SOLDIERS I There was a demonstration of unemployed ex-service men in London on Monday, under the auspices of the Social Democratic Federa- tion. The men, who were marshalled on Tower Hill by Mr. Jack Williams, did not attend in so large a number as had been expected, owing, no doubt, to the inclement weather. The demonstrators rallied round a banner bearing the worde, We have fought and bled for England. See what England ITas done for us!" Another banner bore a repre- sentation of the skull and cross-bones, and a number of boards carried by the men were inscribed with the names of the more impor. tant battles fought during the late South African war. One of the men held aloft a spade, 011 one side of which were the words, John Burns says, Wait for a faU of snow.' On the other side was painted, "The only chance a London man has got." Mr. Williams, addressing the orowd, said it rented with them as to whether they would march to Hyde Park, as had been at first arranged. That day the veterans of the Indian Mutiny were being fed in the Albert- hall, but if things went on as they were going on now England womld have no veterans in the future. He could see his class degenerating day by day, and we should be unable to make veterans out of the children if they were not fed better than they were at present. While nbt depre- cating the right of the veterans to good treatment, he thought it would be by far the kinder policy to feed the children. Ultimately it was decided that the march should take place through the streets to Hyde Park, and about 300 men joined in the procession. A big force of mounted and unmounted City and Metropolitan police marshalled the mm. The battle placards were held aloft by actual South African veterans, whilst a man with a Crimean medal, with several bars, walked in front with Mr. Jack Williams. The progress through the City streets was quite orderly and free from disturbance.

I CHRISTMAS BOXES IN CARDIFF I The following- notice has been posted up at various points on the Cardiff Bute Docks property on behalf of the Cardiff Railway Company :— It having been intimated that persona either direotly or indirectly employed by t,his company are in the haibit of asking freighters or their agents for gratuities as Christmas-boxes, I am instructed to remind you that the directors of this company are most decidedly opposed to gratuities being solicited by any- of the officers or servants or by any person employed by a contractor in the service of the company, not only at the present time, but also on other occa- sions. JAMES HURMAN, Superintendent.

COLLISION AT WIDNES I An accident occurred on the Cheshire Lines Railway on Monday evening at Widnes J-unc- tion, between Warrington aitud Liverpool. The 4.35 p.m. slow passenger train out of Liver, pool for Warrington ran into a. standing goods train owing to the fog. The passenger train was going1 slowly, but the impact was severe. Several wagons were overturned, and the permanent way was badly damaged, through traffic being blocked for some hours. The driver and fireman of the passenger train were injured. Both were sent on a licht engine to Warttoactan lofirsncr, vjxro only Mini MW.ltrBUMiBMli,

Late Sir Lewis MorrisI THE WELSH POETS WILL I Sir Lewis Morris, -of Penbryn, Carmarthen, who died on tihe 12th of November, aged 74 years, left estate of the gross value of zE13,416, of which the net personalty has been sworn at £403. Probate of his will, dated February 2, 1905, has been granted to his brother, Mr. Gfcarles Edward Morris, solicitor, of 4, Quay-street, Carmarthen, and his son, Mr. Arthur Morris, naval architect, of Elswick feaipyard, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The testator bequeathed -650 to the Carmarthen Infirmary; The books in his cabinet at Penibryn to the University of Wales, at Aberystwyth, for the Welsh Library there; and to the university he adso left the autograph letters of Lewis Morris to his brothers. He left £100 each to his brother Charles Edward Morris and his nephew Lewis Roderick Morris, and LA I to his nephew Charles Boleyn Morris. To his wife he left stroh an annual sum as, with the income to which she is entitled under the will of the late Mrs. Simpson, of Hammersmith, will make up her income to 1200 per annum; and to each of his daughters Ethel and Amy, during the life of their mother, he leaves an annuity of LIOO, and after her decease such an annual sum as, with the income to which they will be entitled under the will of the late Mrs. Simpson, of Hammersmith will make up their income to L150 per annum each; but if his estate shall, from the development of mines or otherwise, bring in more than C700 per annum, the annuities to his daughters are to be raised to 1-" each. The residue of his property he left to his son Arthur, now at the Albert Shipyard, New- castle. Sir Lewis suggested 't, several of his | manuscripts, particularly/ those of the "Epic of Hades and The Vision of Saints," will be held to 'be of considerable value after the decease of tihe author. OTHER WILLS. I MR. J. 6. ROGERS, FORMERLY OF CARDIFF. I MT. John Stuart Rogers, of Creimyll, Maker, Cornwall, late of 11, Pieroefield-place, Cardiff, ebip-repairer, who died on the 22nd. of October, aged 60 years, SIOID. of the late Mr. J. Rogers, ship-repairer and engineer, of Bute Docks, left estate of the gross value of £ 13,033, with net personalty fZ,811, and probate of his will, dated July 20, 1886, has been granted to his widow, Mxs. Mary Eva Rogers, of Oremyil, to whom he left the whole of his estate absolutely. CAPTAIN PHALP, CARDIFF. I Captain Oliver Phalp, of 22, Niuian-noad, Cardiff, who died on the 17th of November, aged 81 years, left estate of the gross value of L2,898, with net personalty £2,831, and probate of his will, dated November 27, 1902, with a. codicil of the same date, has been granted to his cl&ughtem-mirs Frances Eleanor Phalp and Mrs. Elizabeth Aikma-n (wife of Mr. James Aikiman, of Graigrnillar. Whitchurch). The testator left his estate to his four da-ughtere--Olive Morgan, Edith Hayes, Frances Eteanor Phalp, and Elisabeth Aikman. MR. NUGENT WELLS, FORMERLY OF NEW- PORT. Mr. Nugent Wells, of Parkfleld, Surrey-road, Bournemouth, for many years in business as a watchmaker, jeweller, and nautical instru- ment maker at High-street, Newport, who died on the 10th of October, aged 65 years, left estate of the gross value of L14,030, of which the net personalty has been sworn at £ 13,881. Probate of his will, dated September 26 last, has been granted to has son, Mr. Henry Francis Morgan. Wells, jeweller, of 15, High-etroot, Shrewsbury; his son-in-law, Mr. Mortimer William Hancocks, jeweller, of Ravenshaw, Coppice-road, Moseley; and Mr. Frederick James Evans-Vaug"h an, solicitor, I of Bournemouth. LIEUTENANT EVAiN MORRIS, LONDON. Lieutenant Evan. Morris, of 10, Phillimore- terrace, Kensington, W., and of the RoyaJ InniskiUling Fusiliers, who died at Llan- drindod Wells on the 23rd of October, aged 23 years, only son of the late Sir Evan Morris, formerly mayor of Wrexham, left estate of the gross value of -29,286, of which the net personalty haa been sworn ait £ 2,754. Probate of his will has been granted to his mother, Daane Fannie Elizabeth Morris, of 10. PhillLniore-terraoe, W., and his uncle, Mr. Edward Trevor Parry Rowland, bank manager, of Gresford, Donoughmore-road, Boscombe. The testator left the whole of his property upon trust to his mother for life, and on her decease, left his premises at Westnainster-buildings, Wrexham, Denbigh- shire, to his eisteris Gwendoline and Gwladys; premises adjoining Westminster. buildings to his sisters Daisy, Bora, and Evangeline; S,2,000 to hiy^nephevr and godson Charles Acton Morris Prior; and the ulti- mate residue of his property as his mother may appoint.

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY IN I BRIDGEND DISTRICT I At a meeting of the Penybont Rural District Council held at Bridgend it was reported that a deputation of the Bridgend i Urban Council attended a committee meeting of that oouncil with a view of coming to aai arrangements respecting the Bridgend Elec- tric Lighting (Extension) Order It was pointed out that the urban counoil would be prepared to insert new clauses in the Order safeguarding the rights of the rural council by undertaking—(1) to supply electricity to j any pairt of the rural council's area at the ) same charges as at Bridgend (excluding the asylums), a.nd (2), notwithtanding any- thing contained in the Order, the rural council were at liberty to apply for a Pro- visional Order to supply any part of the rural area covered by the Order of the Bridgend Council. It was resolved, on the motion of the Rev. Eynon Lewis, seconded by Mr. Nicholl, not to assent to the Order of the Bridgend Council pending the receipt of a copy of the suggested additional clauses, and that the Bridgend Council be informed that Clause 2 above referred to should give the Penybont Council power to obtain electricity from any source other than the Bridgend Urban Council, though the area to be so sup- plied might be included in the Order of the latter. The scheme for supplying Llangynwyd Middle with water was finally adopted, and it was resolved to apply to the Local Government Board for power to borrow the necessary amount to carry it out.

FARMER'S DEATH WHILE DRIVING. 11 Mr. Roberts Jones held an inquest at Chriitchurch, near Newport, on Monday con- cerning the death of James Allen., aged 72, farmer, of Whitehall Farm, Caldicot. Deceased was driving to Newport along Chespstow-road, when, near the Royal eOak, he wae seen to stagger in the trap. He would have fallen out but for the timely assist- ance of MJr. Uzzell, who was near. On being taken to the Royal Oak he died almost imme- diately. Dr. Thomas attributed death to apoplexy, due to senile decay.—A verdict accordingly was returned.

PROSPERITY OF SWEDEN King Gustav has issued the following message of thanks to his people in acknow- ledgment of the expressions of condolence he has received on the death of his father:- On the occasion of the death of my dearly beloved father manifold proofs have reached me from all parts of our land cf the love which he won during the long period in which he was King of Sweden, It is for me a duty of love and a need of my heart to dre to the people of Sweden my thanks ilor those expressions of sorrow and sympathy. I see in them not only a proof of a per- sonal loss and personal grief for the pass- ing of a beloved King, but also, and abiove all, an expression of that feeling of close association between King and people which has long been a distinguishing ma.fk of the Swedish nation, and is one of the fundamental principles of its fortune and prosperity. I am myself deeply affected by the loss I have sustained, and by the responsibility which has thereby been laid upon me; but I find strength and encouragement in these precious proofs of the sympathy of my people. May it be granted to me, as to my deeply beloved father, with the co-operation of the Swedish people, to advanca. the development and welfare of our country. God bless the Swedish people. -Reuter.

SWAZIS DISAPPOINTED Renter's Agency leazrng that the reply to the petition sent by the Swazi Chiefs to the King in Council has been forwarded to the Swazis by the Privy Oatmeal. The petition, which aaked the King in Council for an inquiry into certain grievances, has. it is understood, been negatived. The grievances complained of hadreferenc.e to the granting of concessions by King Umbadine. It may be assumed tha-t the petition was negatived on the ground that a, fuli inquiry has already been made in South Africa, not only by the High Commissioners, Lord Milner and Lend j od&mw but afeo by the-Onoeooiom Vourlk i JI\¡ er--

"Wished He Were Dead' I EX-PUBLICANIS SINGULAR END 3fr. W. L. Yorath held an inquest at Car- diff on Monday on the body of John Davies (53), an ex-publican of Abergavenny, who was found in an unconscious condition in the vicinity of the Hayes Bridge. William Davies, deceased's son, said that deceased had fits of depression, and suddenly left home. saying he would be back in a minute, but never returned. He took all the money in the house, about L24 in cash, his banking account, Ac. Witnass last saw him about a fortnight ago at the Grea,t Western Railway Station, Cardiff, when he seemed in good spirits, and talked about re-starting business. Fnrther evidence was given to the effect that in Cardiff deceased had lodged for some months in Edwards-street, and that although never seriously ill, he was at times despon- dent and used to say he wished he were dead. H3 had on his bedroom table a small bottle, which contained a fluid of some sort-appa, rently laudanum, from the smell. Deceased was taken to Cardiff Work- house infirmary, where Dr. Edwards (medical officer) discovered symptoms of hemorrhage of the brain, and the appear- ances at a post-mortem confirmed the symptoms. There was no fracture of the skull, and the cause of death was hemorrhage, to which disease of the kidneys was a predisposing cause, and the signs of irritant poison on the tongue and in the stomach might have influenced him to fall Cornelius O'Connor (fifteen), of Love-lane, deposed that on Friday night, at a quarter to ten, he saw deceased on the steps leading to the Canal Bank, on the Hayes. He was holding the railings, shaking as if in drink, and, losing his balance, he fell to the foot of the steps. The jury returned a verdict in accordance with the medioal evidence.

Christmas Eve Courtship —————— ENDS IN THE POLICE-COURT I I' A single woman, named Annie Saunders, Miners'-row, Owmavon, summoned a young man, named Edward Cusick, steelworker, 28. Green Meadow-street, Sandfields, at Aber- avon on Monday. Mr. Edward T. Evans appeared for complainant, and Mr. Lewis M. Thomas defended. Mr. Etans said the parties were 22 years of age. They first met in October, 1906, when complainant had taken lunch to a friend at Owmavon Brickworks. After this they kept company regularly, complainant also going to work at the Cwmavon Brick- works. Since Christmas Eve defendant regu- larly visited her house. He had told Mrs. Rees, complainant's mother, and a Mrs. Isaac that he intended marrying complain- ant in March. He had taken a furniture catalogue to show complainant for the pur- pose of selecting furniture. They had also had their photograph taken together at Swansea, and the defendant had sent complainant a number of picture postcards making appointments and containing remarks of endearment. One of the post- cards was read out in court, amidst much laughter: The little birdies in their nest are sing- ing, and so we will in ours, my dear, ere long. The wedding bells will soon be aU a-rrng- ing. We'll imitate the birdies in their song. These facts were borne out by complainant, who said that on the occasion of the Aber- avon Fair she met defendant at the fair in company with a married woman whose husband was in Canada. She saw the defen- dant after, and told him he ought to be ashamed of himself going about with a married woman. By Mr. Thomas: If she had known he wae a runaway she would not have had anything to do with him. Mr. Thomas: Did not you know he was a. deserter ?—Not until after he told some people in 'the works. She knew a man. named Buckley, but had never kept com- pany with him. Defendamt had not refused to take her home because she had been in Buckley's company. Several witnesses were called for the com- plainant who deposed to speaking to defen- dant, who admitted the allegation, but sub- sequently denied it. A witness named Michael Roach aaid the defendant told him he was in trouble. Defendant also said he intended marrying the girl. The defence was a total denial. Defendant admitted, however, that he courted the girl, and would have marined h^dt ;it for her own conduct in going about with others. After a lengthy hearing the Bench ma,de an order for 3s. 6d. per week, with coete and advocate's fee.

CAMBRIDGE QARD-PARTIES I At Cambridge on Monday Vemon Cecil Ellingham Musgrave, aged 28, of no fixed abode or occupation, was brought up on remand charged with obtaining about J245 from the undergraduates while playing at cards at the Bull Hotel, Cambridge, last May. The defendant was arrested at that time, but on being admitted to bail absconded, and was apprehended at Boulogne early in December. Mr. Newton, for the defence, raised the point that, as the extradition warrant only mentioned conspiracy, he could only be charged with that. Aa another person who was in defendant's company at Cambridge had been acquitted of conspiracy, he asked that Musgrave should be also acquitted. The Bench overruled the point, and decided to hear the case. Mr. Raikes, for the prosecution, detailed how Mr. Cald-wellan undergraduate of Trinity Hall, made Musgrave's acquaintance while travelling from Gibraltar to England. At a later period Musgrave visited Cambridge with Mr. and Mrs. Collinge in a motor-oar, and they were introduced to many under- graduates. They played cards at the Bull Hotel, and several of them lost heavily- Mr. Caldwell, in his evidence, described the packs of cards introduced by defendant, which bore certain decorations on the backs, enabling a person to ascertain the suit and face value of the higher cards. A cyclist pack had a man riding a bicycle in the corner, with two birds flying overhead, the birdB' tails describing the suit, whilst shading under the cycle disclosed the face value. In another pack the high cards were creased at the top left-hand corner. Cross-examined, witness admitted defe-nda-nt entertained about ten undergraduates, including Lord Caledon aad Lord Glerawly; but he did not know that this cost him £80. He detected no unfair actions whilst playing. His suspicion was a,rou by Musgrave's extraordinary run of luck. Detective March gave evidence of Mus- grave's arreet. Wit.ne-qs conveyed him from Boulogne to Calais, where his luggage was received from the Customs House authori- ties. In one small handbag there were four packs of cards, dice of various sorts, a small file, and two watch-case roulette hoards. There were some marks on one pack, but witness was unable to find anything of an incriminati ng nature. Accused was remanded until Friday, the 1 remand to be afterwards extended to I January 7.

A BREACH OF ETIQUETTE At the fortnightly meeting of the Chep- stow Board of Guardians Mr. S. J. Jones referred to a complaint that six blankets lent by a woman to convey to the workhouse the Kirton family (who were nearly suffocated to death on November 7 last) were returned to her in a filthy condition. They were sent back again, an7d, after being kept at the workhouse a month, they were again sent home, but as they were still in the s?me con- dition the woman returned them a second time. The Master admitted that the Mamket? were sent out and ret-urned. the first time, but said that before he sent them home the second time he examined them. Replying to Archdeacon Bruce, he admitted that he did not open the blankets. Archdeacon Bruce considered that a breach of etiquette and propriety had bern estab- lished, and moved that the blankets should be brought back into store and six new ones issued to the woman, with the apologies of the board for what had happened. Mr. S. J. Jones seconded, and the resolu- tion was carried unanimously.

I DISTRESS AT WO-OLWI-CH A acMweepondent recently drew the atteai- taora of the eeoretary to the Army Council to the distress at Woolwich, and inquired wjieth-er there was any possibility of addi- tional work being started at the arsenal before the winter was much further advanced. Tie following reply has been received: Sir,—With, reference to your letter of the 6th December, 1907, in which you suggest that any work which is being contemplated should be put in hand at once, with a view to relieve the distress at Woolwich, I am commanded by the Army Council to acquaint you that beyond the ordinary allocation of orders, there is no work in wrogpeo-4 am. sir, your obedient servant, < <Bc&ed> Eo W. D. WARD.

I Death in Cheap Teapot. HANDLE COMES OFF AND CHilI: SCALDED TO DEATH At Paddington on Monday Dr. Danford Thomas held an inquest concerning the death of a child named Florence Tickner, whose parents live at Wheat stone-road. North Kensington. A few days ago the mother was making tea, when the handle of the oa pot collapsed and the boiling con- tent were poured over the child, causing scalds. The Coroner, after examining the teapot. said it was cheaply made, and he was sur- prised there had been any strength in the handle at all.—The father of the deceased said the pot was disgracefully made.—A verdict of "Accidental death" was returned.

CARDIFF SHIPPING WAGES A meeting of the Cardiff master riggers and contractors was held at the Mount Stuart Hotel on Monday to consider the men's demands for a new and increased tariff. Mr. T. Ingram presided, and a large majority of the contractors were present and went fully into the matter. A deputation from the masters hae waited on Mr, Twomey, district secretary of the Riggert and Hobblers' Union, urging the claims of the masters, which were considered reason- able, but their offers have not been accepted The meeting on Monday endeavoured to meet the views of the men, but, with freights down, they did not think them feasible. Mr. J. Smallbridge and Mr. W. Thorning spoke al length in reference to the existing tariff; which, they submitted, should run as it stood for twelve monthe longer. Before taking any further steps witt regard to the rules it was agreed to wail to see what action the shipowners would take. Mr. T. Dancey (the secretary) was instructed to communicate with all dry docks in reference to the charges to be made by the men during the next year.

CARDIFF GRAIN CO's AFFAIRS An adjourned meeting of the creditors oi the Cardiff Grain Company was held at theit offices, Bu.te West Dock. on Monday, when the chair was occupied by Mr. Hosegooa (Bristol). A long discussion took place in regard to the affairs of the company, but no resolution was passed, and the meeting was further adjourned until Wednesday, January 1 On Monday next a meeting of shareholders will be held, and we under- stand that much will depend upon tho resnlt of that meeting. So far as can be ascer- tained at present, there is a prospect of the! present financial difficulties being overcome and a winding-up of the company avoided. Mr. Donald Maclean, M.P. (Messrs. Donald Maclean and Haaudcock), was present on Monday on behalf of the company, and Mr.. George David (Messrs. George David and Evans) and Mr. C. E. Dovey represented some of the principal creditors. Wf ■ j i =3g=53a»

GELLIGAER'S URBAN POWERS At a meeting of the Gelligaer Parish Council at Hengoed on Monday a letter was read from Mr. M. D. Propert, the district auditor, recommending the council to sign the old accounts of the Gelligaer Parish pro formg,MY.-IL Llewellyn proposed that the suggestion of the auditor be adopted.—Mr. Rees Davies seconded, and the motion was carried. In view of the forthcoming inquiry anent the proposed conversion of Gelligaer parish into am urban district, the cojtucil discussed the question of the representat&n of Bargoed, and suggested that the proposed basis of representation passed by the county council in regard to Bargoed be altered--It was finally decided that the r-epeesentation of Bargoed and Hengoed be three each, and not six and three respecti-vely as already decided upon.

ECHO OF PINNACE TRAGEDY At Chatham on Monday Loeatensn* Sidney Maingny, of the torpedo-gumboat Speedwell, was ordered by oourt-martial to forfeit three months' seniority and be severely reprimanded for abseating himself without, leave. It was stated that laoutenamt-tommmader Archibald Cochrane left the accused in charge of the Speedwell at Sheernees, and on returning, owing to the cutter disaster and loss of eight lives, he found accused had gone to London. Lieutenant Mainguy was placed under arrest otn returning next day. iguorance of the regrtricc ??  ?. ?.

SP, OCKING STABBING CHARGE Jeremiah Murphy, a young mam, of Merlin's Hill, Haverfordwest, was brought up in custody at Haverfordwest on Monday charged with stabbing another man, named Thomas G. W. Bowen, with a knife. Bowen was unable to appoar.-Dr. Mbtls aaid that he found upon him a wound in the side which had bared two ribs and severed the inter- vening muscles. Be was not out of danger. Prisoner was remanded in custody for a week.

Is TINY VICTIM OF EXPLOSION The woA of searching tihe ruins of the buildings at Palermo destroyed by explosion last Thursday proceeded steadily on Sundaj night aaid Monday. Three more bodies were recovered on Monday morning. A pathetic incident was the cfeoovery of a little girl, only four yeans of age, still aifive, but uncon- scious. She was taken to the Spas i mo Hospital .—Reuter.

REVENGE OF AN AUTHORESS "Elinor Glyn" (Mrs. GLayton Glyn), the well-known writer of "The Visits of Eliza- beth," Ao., "aeing requested to express her views regarding the Pilgrim Mothers, who snubbed her at the recent Waldorff dinner in New York, availed herself of the oppor- tunity for revenge by describing them as frumps, dowds, and tabby cats.-Ce-atral News.

RIFLE ASSOCIATION TROPHY It is officially notified that the challenge trop-hy of the Rifle Association for team. shooting for 1907 has been won by the 3rd Suffolk Regiment, with 748 points, average 93.5 per man. The 3rd Seaforth Highlanders, with 697, were second, and the 4th Durham Light Infantry, with 678, were third.

HUNGRY CHILDREN'S FUND Mr. Percy Harris, ohairma-n of the London County Council, has received the following letter from Sir William Carrcg-ton :— I am directed by the Prince and Princess of W,a,les to forward you herewith cheque for 150 as a contribution from their Royal Highnesses to the Provision of Meal* for Children Fund.

GUNS TURNED ON STRIKERS. The State Department at Washington is informed by its representative at Iqudque that there has been a. collision between troops and nitrate strikers, in which machino guns were used against the strikers, 200 of whom, it is reported, were killed.—Reuter.

BICYCLES IN A FIRE. A serious outbreak of fire occurred on Mon- day at the Butts-road storage department of Messrs. Hopper and Co., cycle and motor- Icar manufacturers, Barton-on-Humber. A big stock of maohines, frames, and tyres was destroyed, and the total damage is estimated at about £ 2,000. =

ATTACK ON TRAMP SUPERINTENDENT. William Weston, alias William John Smith, a London printer, was at Newport on Monday eent to prison for two months with hard labour for assaulting Mr. Charles Crane, the superintendent of the casual ward for tramps. Mr. Crane, who had one of his eyea mudaged, mid that on Friday morning, as the prisoner was refractory, he put him into a cell and gave him some oakum to pick. As he was leaving the cell prisoner turned upon him, struck him a violent blow on the eye which knocked him nearly senseless, a-nd followed-it up with two other blows in the face. Witness had to draw his staff and strike the man.

I BANK'S DOORS CLOSED A telegram from New Orleans states th«t the oommitteeof the Oeewing'-tho'aee Associa. tion on Sunday nigh t examined the resources and liabilities of the State National Bank of New Orleans. Although it was announced that the com- mittee had found the bank solvent, the doors were not opened otn Monday morning, pend. me a more tborough investigation. I The defecate aaaoant la, "gM& aMAer