The Llanelly Mercury and South Wales Advertiser

FEUNFOEL Adulam Church celebrates its bi-centenary this year, and in order to celebrate the event in the best possible manner a preaching gy- manfa will be held. on Tuesday and Wednes- day next in a field near Aelybryn. The event is of interest not only to Baptists, but to Xon- eonfornti-as generally, because the littia < ha pel, built i1709, was the nrst building in i,hapel, ir*1709, was t'ie firs'L i-La publicly. Naturally, the present members at Aduiain look back with no little pride over the rapid and glorious growth of the cause which germinated two hundred years ago. The seed was certainly small, but in the course {:i' two hundred years it. has grown into a giant oaJ, majestic and imposing, with wide-spreading branches on every side. The glorious traditions of the past deserve a, bent- I ting commemoration, and if the preparations nf the past week mean anyrhing, then it will be safe to say that next. Tuesday and Wednes- day will be red-letter days in the history of the place. Everything possible is being done to make the event a success, and the hun- dreds of visitors expected will certainly not have cause to complain of the welcome which will greet, them. Two new photographs have been presented to the Hall, and are now hanging on the walls in the reading-room. The late Mr. C. W. Nevill, Westra, and the late Rev J. Jones, who was the pastor of Adulam before the ad- vent of the Rev. B. Humphreys, were two well-known figures in the place, and it is highly interesting to the present generation to have the photographs of t hose who- have done so much for the district displayed on the walls of the Hall. -o- ()D F-c-:(I,) ',T At a meeting he]d at the Hull on Friday night it was decided to hold athlHl.. sports in the v'?Iage this year again, and an last ycar'-? '?Hci?.t.s were re-elected. Wo are glad to hear that the Rev W. Lewis. Baptist. minister. Llanpurnpsaint, a native of Felinfoel, has this year again captured the chief prize for an essay on Pyioctoi Cymru at the- Rbymney «Gv. erit) Chair Eistaddtod on This is the second Time for Mr. Lewis to capture the chief prize. Fetinfoel's notable victory at Llangenneeh nn Saturday (particulars of which appear in another column) makes one entertain thoughts of a cop, and should another victory be re- e-.rd.-d i-n Saturday, wh«n Burvv Port- pay us a visit, then the prospects of gaining the i >ip will be indeed rosy. Phil Davies was in remarkable to mi. Besides capturing 7 wickets for 21 runs, he also made victory .?.c('ur? Lv punishing the Lhngonn8ch bowling •mmen-ifullv. One mighty swipe of bis lan- ill-Ig',I! FIvipe of ll;s and !nall?f..b.J'Hhy?he<ish are now playing deep s; a pushball with the strange object. F. J. James also bowled w oil, and other3 who did well with the bat were. H. Griffiths arid E. Rob-erfs.

DAFEN. A successful and rmved tt-Ü, Meeting was held at the Oaten Parish Hall on Saturday hist, the entering being entirely eauied out by gentlemen. The above was the suggestion of ?he?<tTthy Vicar, the whole being unique as -.? ??' enterprise in such meeting?. The Ú:r! !r'I¡:7:a ¡; r -C' l'¡'I;:Inf ¿l: Vies-rs..1. Banks and T>. Thomas, war d en-. a'ii! Mi-. Hector to ,?eloef chef, assisted .s by a capable staff. In the evening a grand miscellaneous con- cert was held, together with a performance ol She musical drama, 'The Caotive -Maid." by the Dafo-u Church Choir. The Rev. T. R. Jones, M.A., vicar. presided. The first- parr as Miss May Andrews: drill excereise by girts (instructor. Miss May Rees): "Y Gardot.es 1 aeh," Miss E. \T, Davies; eong, Master W. J. James; song, Mi. Toiti Harry: song, Mr. Ewart Jenkins; drill exercise by l>oys. The musical drama was performed in character, the principal characters being"Xing of Israel. Mr J. R. Pritehard" King of Syria," Mr. YvT. G. G. Evans; "Naaman," Mr Herbert, Evans; "Naa- mati's Wife," Miss Mary A. Randall; "Maids- of-honoiir," Misses Maggie M PIT id, M. A. John, May Andrews, Gertii Howells, E. M. Roes, Irene Rees; Captive Maid." Miss De- cona M. Morris: Elisha," Mr. W. G. G. Evans; Gehazi," Mr. Hubert Griffiths; "Luru." Mr Frank Evans; "Priests," Messrs T. Morris, T. Randall, J. R. Pritehard, Harry Andrews, W. G. Evans, Hubert- Griffiths, J. Morris, together with a number of 14,YS as soldiers. The performance was most credit- able, and reflects great praise nn the conduc- tor, Mr. John Morris, organist, and the per- formers, together with the accompanists- piano, Misses May Rees and Gwen Jenkins; cornet, Mr. W. Jenkins, Uandly; side drum, Mr. Albert D. Morgan; and others engaged in minor parts. The singing of Hen Wlad 1 fy Nhadau terminated the proceedings. I On Sunday evening last- the Maeecanner Dramatic Party gave a rendering of the Scrip- tural drama, entitled Gwaredigaeth Pedr o'r Carchar," which was most effective and in- structive. and much appreciated by the large I Ci:■!vgregation present.

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TRIMSARAN. I 1 I shall soon greatly mi*3 the welcome pre- sence of a newly-acquired, but, nevertheless, estimable friend, in The person of Mr. S. Sherwell, cur doctor's coachman, who has ob- tained a more remunerative situation at Felinfoel. Pecuniary considerations alone have induced him to leave the service of Dr. and Mrs. Howells. He has often spoken to me in terms of genuine gratitude of their uni- form kindness and thoughtfulness. I well know the value of worthy employers, and ad- mire and esteem every gentle, encouraging word spoken, every kind deed done, and in this instance, where Dr. and Mrs. Howells are solely concerned, the ever-remembered lines given below make my heart happier and richer by the knowledge I possess of their grand truth, force, and beauty. Howe'er it be it seems tome, 'Tis only noble to be good; Kind hearts are more than coronets, And simple faith than Norman blood." W. B. I was pleased to U-am that the third and fourth prizes for timbering at Llandovery were divided between Mr. David David and Mr. John Williams, of this place. It is computed nun the anthracite miners of South Wales are paid in wages nearly It its very gratifying to see that so many of the Trimsaran young men took away prizes from Carway Eisteddfod, namely Mr. William John Llovd, Waunelun, for recitation; Mr. j Morgan Daniel Lloyd, for the best speech; Master Howell Rees, for children's solo-j, and Mr. Rhys Llewellyn Rees, two prizes—one for tenor solo, and the other in the- open tenor or soprano competition. Bravo! Our seventh annual fair is approaching, and will be held on the ifrst Monday in July. I trust the farmers will have good prices for their stock, and that the young people will have a happy time. At the Co-operative Congress held in New- castle last week Mr. John Eager, Burry Port, proposed a resolution, which was adopted, expressing the opinion that, the time had ar- rived when the producer on the land should be brought into closer touch with the con- sumer. Unemployment is the main cause of poverty, and is tho most urgent, of all indus- trials questions. All societies are strongly urged to make and encourage every effort to secure possession of the land, that we may produce a larger proportion of the food now imported, and so provide a wider field for employment. The International Miners' Congress, which met in Berlin during last week, is to be con- gratulated upon having included in the reso- lution dealing with the necessity of increased safety for our miners the demand for working- men inspectors. As Mr. W. Brace, M.P., said, some people believed that the most valuable asset of the nation is its wealth and riches. He had no heetitation in saying it was the lives of the workers. -0- The Right Hon. John Burns said that open windows would stamp out consumption in a generation. T. E. D. )

I LLWYNHENDY AND DISTRICT. I I After a lonar and painful malady Mr. David I M< irris, f'aegwyn, passed away on Sunday I night. Deceased was in the prime of life, and leaves a daughter and two sons to mourn the loss of a most devoted father, to whom, to- with the sorrowing wife, we extend our I sdncorsst sympathy. His mortal remains will be conveyed to Nazareth Cemetery to-day (Thursday) at 3.30. Anniversary services will be held at Soar Chapel on Sunday and Monday, next, when the special preachers for the occasion will be the Rev. Moses Roberts, Llangollen, and the Rev. J. Lewis, Gelli, Pembrokeshire. -0- Congratulations to Miss S. J. Thomas, youngest daughter of Mr. D. P. Thomas, who has turned out in a new role. At the Burry Port Eisteddfod this talented pianist captured the first prize in the contralto solo competi- tion. At the Morlais Tinplate Works, Llangen- neeh, Mr. lorwerth Williams, Pemberton. sus- tained serious damage to his fingers on Tues- (l' '1,. u I, day. ]

I KIDWELLY. I i WEDDING. I A very pretty and most interesting wedding I' was solemnized on Wednesday of last week at Siloam Baptist Chapel, the contracting par- ties being Mr. Christopher Reynolds, B.Sc., headmaster of Rcsolvun Council Schools, and a son uf Mr. George Reynolds, mason, etc., of Batty Pr.rr, TO Miss Elizabeth Anne Howells. oldest daughter of Mr. David Howells, tin- houso superintendent, Kidwelly Tinplate ) Works. The ceremony was performed by the Re-v. H. R. Jones, pastor, assisted by the Rev. n. E. Williams. Burry Port. The bride, who t was given away hy her father, was tastefully I attired in a white silk dress, covered with cream net. and she wore a cream crinoline liar to match. The bridesmaids were Misses j. Howells and Hannah Reynolds (sisters of the bride and bridegroom respectively), and I they looked very pretty in white embroidered Empire gowns, witii black picture liats. Mr D. Geo. Reynolds, brother of the bridegroom, was the best man. After the ceremony a recherche breakfast- was partaken of at Gwen- draeth Coibage. the bride's home, :uter which the happy pair left for their honeymoon, which \\in )? spent in North Wales. There were \cry i?any handsome and useful pre- sents. I I i CRICKET. | A team thai un Us own estimation at least) quite as high as the, Kidwelly Cricket. Club is the "Poniicocs First," captained by Mr. David Thomas. These eminent wieluers of the willow wet in battle array, on Saturday last, lhe no less l'tdouùtable "Burrows XI." on the Pontyeor-s ground, and, after a most warmly-contested match., succeeded in de- feating the latter team by ten Inns. 8. L. Gravcllc, sculptor, Burry Port, has re- cently opened a branch, at Causeway Street, Kidwelly, near the Towll Hall. Particulars supplied Oil application to the or to 1 1: -J,-l_ r: j J >, l- 'r- ._l tI. Albert Jenkins, Bryu Morfa.

JgH~H™BV -m BY:I Sew implications I £ y*jpr IS-MB mt wil1 t'tanove the most [ ijSf *??f??TB???iP ii't))ih)e?'inn Sores. _'Xl" rAl 'Wolln:15J'dI,!DOiI8, H I ???1??'? ?'? ? "Xical cffect  n all :kn D¡'eak- ?MMNm)t)mm!))t) !!< ? t&ai?iC.MEmtt j,?g? j?. cleanses the I PI<-fifin I;iJI;\iiH, ami v is up a l"f)hl healing process, s > for surface Srou'i insist- OH EXOIX. — i T;¡'o¡.6;a 7 -4d.1 r-tIU.IL -I 1 S WILLIA DAVIES and SONS,j?  27 & 29, STATION ROAD, LLANELLY, Have a Special Show of their OWN IADE Bedroom and Parlour Suite S. Intending buyers of them would save pounds g by buying off makers. W. D. & SONS willingly invite inspection of their goods. X Bedroom Suite, comprising Wardrobe, Dressing Chest, Washstand, H Towel Rail, and Chairs, from iCS 10s. I They have a nice 3 feet Bedroom Suite in Satin Walnut, I with Swing Classes to Dressing Table, for £ S. U Special Designs of customers can be made at the Factorv at I I WERN. CABINET WORKS. r I A Large Selection of Bedroom Suites in Oak, Mahogany, Satin Walnut and Walnut to choose from. ,J!l,. :M U. j* Oak Dressers of various kinds and designs. Bidding and Bedsteads of all kinds. UNDERTAKING. Funerals Completely Furnished. PERSONAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO THIS WORK, W. D. & SONS ar^ Contractors to the Llanelly Union. W. D. & SONS ar? Contractors to the Ll?neHy Un i on.  Tbou hast given a banner to them that fear Thee. that it may be displayed because of the Tcuth." A FREE PUBLIC LECTURE Will be delivered (Uod ■willing) at GAS BUILDINGS, MURRAY STREET At 6.30 t,.in on SUNDAY, JUNE 13, 1909. Subject: The Coming Great REVIVAL: The Desire of All Nations." BY MR. R. THOMAS. A cordial invitation to all. All Seals Free. No Collection. Please bring your Bibles. BIBLE CLASS on Thursday Eveniugs at 7.30. ? ??J tTa?NTS?ra/??fn B? M ? § ?? T s I To those who want SPECTACLES I SIGHT TESTING ^?58|Qj§!5N DAILY. I  Free of any Charge ?JH'.JLcnMT'e?y??'C TP, ersona7l TAIttTe"ntion. ————————————————— _——?_? ?? ???????????a???SSS? t?Q?C?Y?Ctt J?.:LTLt?c??iT?ltb?i??Tl?JL. i By a Fully Qualified Optician ||f| I holding the Highest London -InkCharges Half the usual prices. QnaUncadon. Charges Half the usual pnces. I I EVAN JONES, Chemist and Optician I 40, STATION ROAD, LLANELLY.

FIVE ROADS. I The anniversary services in connection with Horeb Baptist Chapel were held on Sunday and Monday evening last. The special preachers were the Revs. G. Williams, Pontar- dulais, and R. E. Williams, Burry Port. The service on Sunday evening was introduced by the Rev. D. Williams, Llannon, and on Mon- day evening by Mr. Gwiiyrn Thomas, Ponty- cymmer (who is at present staying in the dis- trict). There was a good attendance at each service, and the discourses were greatly ap- I preciated.

I LLANGENNECH. I Death has been busy among little children here this week again. We refer to the child- ren of Mr. H. Beynon Hopkins, schoolmaster, and Mr. Walter Rees, Carvainc Road. The former was nearly two year old. while the lat- ter was seven years of age. Both children k T 17 SYT)Ipatlly is had but short illnesses. Much sympathy is shown to the parents at their sad loss of their I dear ones, who had for so brief a period but "warmed their hands at the fire of life."

I PONTYEATES. All the inhabitants of Pont yeates and sur- rounding district are eagerly looking forward to the Sports which will ie held here on Saturday next. Mr Davies, the secretary, has received numerous entries, and everything promises to be a huge success. Everyone should endeavour to pur, in an appearance to support the same, and for the purpose of having an enjoyable afternoon. The com- mittee desire to inform everyone that child- ren under eight- years of age will 1)8. charged I threepence for admittance.

I TYCROES. I The noted operetta, "Cinderella was nicely I performed by the scholars of the Tyoroee Council School on Friday and Saturday last. The staff had spared no pains nor expense to make the performance a decided success. I Special costumes had been obtained for the occasion, and the various characters appeared as follows :Cinderella., Miss Catherine M. Vaughan; "Baron," Mr. D. B. Lawie; "Baro-  S. Maud Jones; ness," Miss 5, -N-I,tud Miss Blodwen Lewis; "Bollabella and "Fairy," Miss Margaret A. Anthony: "Prince," Master Eddie Parry; "Herald," Master Ezeeiel Richards: "Pages," Masters Wafckin Phillips and David H. Pugh; "Trumpeter," Mr. John Ivor Jones; accompanist, Mies M. Ethel An- thony. The .stage management was in the canahle hands of Messrs. D. J. Parry, B.Sc., and W. Morgan. The presidents were the Rev. J. Evans, B.A., and David Morgan, Esq. The following miscellaneous items made up the first part of the programmePrologue, Master W. Mvrddin Lewis; dumb bell drill, Class III. (Boys); action song, "Little Wives," Class III. (Girls): fan drill, Class IV. piano forte solo, Mr. D. J. Parry. The operetta was then performed in a manner v. hich evinced careful training, the characters taking up their respective parts admirably. The audiences, which were large (especially on Saturday evening) showed their appreciation by their rapt attention and vociferous applause. The proceeds were in aid of the Piano Fund.

LLANDEBIE. r (By" Ca,mnJ.") Dear readers,—I am so glad you all enjoyed yourselves on Whit-Monclay. So did 1. I went up to Liar-do very 10 see the Yeomanry and the eisteddfod, and I never enjoyed ray- self better in my life. One thing only marred the pleasure—a temporary fog—my sweetheart was competing, and did not oven survive the test. o— Some while ago a heroic fellow criticised, my notes, and championed the students who were then residing in Llandebie, but- subse- quent events proved I was right. I have had more information since then. If my uncle told me what he told you, I would not show my face again for years. IIe was quite right though. You are simply mad. Why your people, above all. should allow you to do and act as you do. I do not understand. If the man could lay claim to anything worthy of a man it would be alright; but a little while, and he will be gone like <1 mist. Greek I know nothing of, but I can lay I claim to cricket. Be manly! Your body was giv?n to beautify it, not to debase it. Try and bring a little cojour to the eheek, another I' inch to the chest. Much better that than playing lightly with a woman's affections. I' My beloved,—I greet you with a contemp- tible smile. Your ieader is such an admirable being that you must nominate one of your members, and, from our point of view, he's I a beauty to follow in his father's footsteps. I There was a big fair here last Wednesday. ) I t was a good fair—good prices, good buyers, good cattle-, etc. But yet some people forgot themselves. Tu§t. so. When some people get a bit, of authority, how they forget them- selves. So it was on this day. What harm did that cow do? What business was it of yours ? If you go on at your present, rate, j you'll burst. Don't forget the time when you I were not as you are. ¡ --0- I 'I sincerely hope you will flock into the eis- 11 teddfod. Morgan has worked hard. -0- What disgraceful conduct. Two little girls fighting. Not little girls .either. They are not too big for their mothers to whip them for it. ¡ We are simply disgusted with the conduct il of a ma.rried woman in the village. She looks after everybody's business, but her own. I fancy she has plenty of work to look after her own chicks, if she wants them to look decent. -0- ¡ "The, Chief of the Silent Squad has sent in a full l'nport concerning the poultry farm, and according to the report the company has dissolved, but I am informed on reliable t authority that another company is to be formed. Applicants for posts should apply direct to us. j The elioir is in a very unsatisfactory state: no unity. It was boomed too much at the commencement. Do not he in too much of a hurry with your testimonials in future. -0"- We are very pleased to hear of the success of Lli nos ArPt.il, Llandebie, and her sister j Maude, at Aberglasney Hall, Llangaetheu, Eisteddfod, on June 5th. She was successful in winning the soprano solo, and Maude took the first prize, in singing and reciting under iifteen years of age at. Llandyfan Eisteddfod. In the same eisteddfod, Maude also won the champion recit.ation in a keen competition. Lliuos Avaul is a pupil of Miss Julia < Lewis, Llanelly.

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1 Boy's Success. I Bynea Boy's Success. We are always pleased to note the scholastic successes attained by our talented young friends from Llanelly and district. T is week we have the gratification of recording the promising career, at Borough Road College, London, of Mr. J. J. Thomas, son of Mr. John Thomas, Berwick Farm, Bynea. Out of 150 students, seven scholarships were recently competed for, and it is noteworthy that Mr. Thomas figured amongst the seven for- tunate ones, who are awarded scholarships flom the Board of Education-he being the only Welsh- man. Besides his distinction in this direction, we find that he has gained other laurels. The Old Boys belonging to Liverpool ard District Club decided to present to the College a new shield, to be awarded annually to the student of the second and third years who nearest fulfils the following points-(l) versatility in Ibid games; (2) en- deared and esteemed by his l'elloa-students (3) regular service in the College terms (4) service to the College. On this shield is inscribed the name of the student which, in the opinion of the members of the 2nd year and Triarfan?, is considered the best all-round sportsman. The winner also receives a medal from the club. The winner this year (1909) is Mr. J. J. Thomas. The Fame Old Boys also contributed a -1 Hound the World" medal, bearing the inscription: "Though Seas Divile," This medal has this year (1909) been awarded to the riinrer up for the Principal's Challenge Cap to Mr. J. J. Thomas. Also an inscribed Tray was i presensed by Old Boys resident in Es-ypt, and is competed for by teams of four from eaoh Dormitory. We And that in the jears 1901 and 1902 the name of Mr. R. T. Gabe appears amongst, the successful quartette, and in 1909 we are very p'eased to see the name of another Welshman in Mr. J J. Thomas We are proud of the honour conferred upon our young fiiend, Besides holding a scholarship in the collfge, he holds the greatest honour and respect that the college can confer upon any student, and we extend to him and his esteemed j parents our most hearty congratulations; and our earnest wishes for his continued successes.

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200 Years of Nonconformity. DlTA;\J CHAPEL'S BICENTENARY. 'By our Felinfoel Correspondent.) la the year 1794 a preaching gymanfa was held in a field at Felinfoel, and, as tisuaT, hundreds of enthusiastic Welsh worshippers had come from far and near to listen to the old, oM story as interpreted by the best of Welsh divines. It was a broiling summer's day, and the preachers, who were on a plat- form, found it extremely difficult to arrest the attention of the vast, congregation under svu-b adverse conditions. At. last, one of the offi- cials espied a one-eyed young man amongst the congregation, and called him to the plat- form to preach to the people. Without any preparation, the young man mounted the platform and delivered such a stirring and life-like word-picture ox t-lie crucified Jesus, that lie immediately gained the most rapt :1î tention of the vast multitude, who finally broke out- into prayer and son, That one-eyed young man was Christmas. Evans, who afterward^ became one of the- most famous personalities in Welsh Noncon- formity. In that very held, so it is said, a similar function will be held on Tuesday and Wed- nesday next, and in importance it transcends all previous i i nt-s, for it celebrates Adulam Chapel's bicentenary, Two 'hundred yeara! Just think of it, and consider for a moment what a march forward in those years. Come with mei in. imagination to the year 1640, and see how the people fared in those days. in the vicinity of Felinfoel we find pioue per- sons who conscientiously cannot-agree with, the rites of the Established Church, and in order to hold intercourse with their God in their own way, they are obliged to worship secretly in. private houses and caves. Their leader, Robert Hughes, suffered imprisonment in Carmarthen Gaol for the sake of the cause. During the terrible persecution previous to 1660 we find, according to a most trustworthy j source, that these godly persons congregated often "near" Llanelly. So that, in spite of persecution, they persist in defying the (1).- noxious laws of the land enforcing the people to worship according to tho Tites of the Estab- lished Ohui'th, and their zeal and determina- j tion undoubtedly paved the way for that full (" I the way for iliat fiill religious toleration, which we enjoy in Wales | to-day. Our forefathers remained steadfast in I tne faith through persecution, imprisonment, I and death, and after years of self-sacrifice and, unfaltering .devotion to tho cause they were ii.,Ie to build a little chapel at Felilifoe-I in ?iig 33 feet bv 20 | the year 1709, measuring 33 feet by 20 feet. | The year 1709 not only marks the beginning the Baptist cause, in this district, hut it is ai:3o the fore-runner of Nonconformity. From that day to this the loyal standard- bearers -of Jesus have not looked back. Willi, the Toil Uf yeam the sacred little building had to be continually extended, and before- (--r.(i tlte eiglitEcnT*Ili century it. was abandoned, and au entirely new chapel was erected. But even this was not sufficient, as r j, e cause was spreading beyond all aaticipa 1 ion, Branches were built on all sides, and i of course eventually these were entirely paiated from the mother church. Notably among these may be named Llangvrulevm <1797), Sion Chapel, Llanelly (1822V, Soar. Liwynheaidy (1832), Pwll 11834). Sardis, Llano,-iy rel) (1837). Hermon (Llamuuii, Bethel i.Llanelly), Saleta -Llangenneeh), M'aes- canner (Dafen), and Burry Port, are £ il.-o- really off-shoots of Adulara. The seeds which were, sown- at Felinfoel two centuries have borne abundant fruit, and at the pre sent bne, although the. mother of local Non- conformity, it can. well said that. Adulam Chapel is as young and. light-footed as any of h? daughters, granddaughters, and great- granddaughters. 2-rj12;,W'ihH: is necessarily brief, may engender in gome readers a yearning for more det:uls. This yearning can .easily be satit-ue? by perusing a history of the chapel by tho pastor, Rev. B. Humphreys. It is written in a style which has made the name of the Rev. B. Humphreys famous among Welsh littera- teurs. and will be cherished by all who take an interest in the early s'niggles of Noiu-n- formity in Wales. L. S. Printed and Published by the "Llanelly Mer- cury" Printing Company, Limited, at their Otiice*. Street* Han ally, In tb. County ',1 (.???. arr,fi€ft.