The Llanelly Mercury and South Wales Advertiser

BURRY PORT. i I The statutory meeting cf 1110 Uxbs.11 Countil will be held this ^Thursday) evening. í The many fliends of Councillor John il v lands will be glad to learn that he is pro- gressing favourably, after many moiitns 01 severe illness. Our friend Mr William Howell is also on the road to recovery. -0- By the dc-ith of Mr John Owen, New Street the seat on the Board of Guardians is now- vacant. -0- • Mr. Nichol Roderick, Goodig, left here last week for"Canado. We wish him every success in his new sphere. We have this week the sad duty to record the death of Mrs. Mary Howell, wife of Mr. T. J. Howell, Stepney Road, who died on Thursday evening after a few weeks' illness. The deceased was 31 yeurs of age, and was widely known in the; district. She was of a genial disposition, and a devoted member of Hermon Welsh Wesley an Chapel, where her remains were interred on Monday, in the pre- sence of a large number of sorrowing relatives and friends. The Rev. Morgan, pastor, offi- ciated, and was assisted by the Rev. James Griffiths. Some beautiful floral tributes were sent by Mrs. Northiiiore Jones, Loughor: Mr. and Mrs. Hairy Jones, Llanelly; Mr. and Mrs Jeffrey Williams. Mansel Street, Burry Port: Mr. and Mrs. Thomas. Loughor; Mr and Mis John Lowis, Bridge House,, Pembrey: Miss Lottie John, Burry Port; Miss Maggie Evans, Burry Port; and from the members of Herinon Sunday School, The funeral ariangements were in the hands of Mr. David Williams, Williams Terrace. Profound sympathy is felt for the hiisbnnd and the two little children in their bereavement. Now is the time for Spectacles. Can you read this without straining the eyes in some way? If you ean't, you must have Spectacles. John Walters, Chemwfc, Optician, &c, opposite the Station, has a special room for testing the fe.V03. rVrttch the children how they read. -0-- We learn on good authority that a splendid supply of water has been found at Ilii.iwlas, and the chemical and bacteriological tests have proved highly satisfactory. The iltpsnure of Miss A'iue Howeil. Xow Lodgo, will be greatly felt ai St. Mary's Church Sunday Hch.coi, wli' e she has b-ce-l of great assistance iV >- a number of years. Miss Howell loft on Friday evening fur Cum- ])er!a.nd,??ei'cshp\\m work for tho canso in that d is fret. We wish her every surveys nei-, At her it. ;C, in Park Tear- :e, on Tr-:r.- d-ay afternor n the dentil took placc of Mrs. Thomas, wife of Mr l>i\ id Tlis-nias, carpentev. after !o: nu painful suff-erins. The deceased lady was one of the most higlilv-respec-ted in- habitants of the town, and her demise -will be greatly felt by a largj numbex- of frien d r-. Our 'ii- is cxteri(.io.,j to bus band and family in their beieavemeai. Another death is rojorted from the ancient village of I'embrey, the wife of Mr. Owen Harries, whose death occurred in the early hours of Tuesday. Much sympathy is fc'br in this case also. Arnold's Rsduccd Prices. Flour down again —2s. 8d. per score; Large Crystals, 2Ad; Granu- lated, 21 d.; Best Lump, 2 £ d-; 2 lb. Pot Mixed Fruit. Jams for 4gd., a.nd 2 lh. Pot Raspberry and Strawberry for 8d.—Arnold's Stores. 7712 I

KIDWEllY. KIDWELLY.  The annual eisteddfod in connection with Gwendraeth (I.) School was held at the Town Hall on Wednesday of last week, Alderman W. Wilkins presiding, in the absence of Mr. S. H. Anthony. Mr. W. Lewis, G. and L., of Burry Port, was the musical adjudicator, and the Rev. W. C. Jenkins, Capel Sul, adjudicated, the literary subjects and recitations. Mr. Tom Thomas was the accompanist, lie being ably assisted by Mr. W..1. Phillips. Kidwelly, and Mr. Richards, Burry Port. Mr. Wesley Rey- nolds was honorary secretary, and an energetic staff of helpers included Councillor T\ Row- lands, Messrs R. Jenkins. J. Evans and others. I Miss Cassie Row Lands, Kidwelly, opened the j eisteddfod with a pianoforte solo. The awards I were as followsSolo for Boys under 14: W. Vauglian Treharne. Pwll. Llanelly. A protest- was made in tlti case on the ground that the competitor was over age. and an equal prize was awarded to the second host, Gresdel I)a\ies, Kidwelly Girls' solo, "'Safe in the arms of Jesus": Miss M. Jones, Llandefeilog Shop. Pianoforte solo. "A Winter Ride": 1 Miss Cassie Rowlands, Kidwelly. Recitation I for children, Psalm 99: Miss M. Jones. Llan- defeilog. Duet, "Gwys i'r Gad," Messrs. T. B. Walters and Gwilym Thomas, Kidwelly. Quai tette, "Blodeuy u bach:" two local parties competed in this, and betw een them there was groat rivalry. Mr. P. S. Davies's party i was considered the best. The soprano. Miss Maud Thomas, came in for very high com- I mendation from the adjudicator. Mrs. Arthur John was the contralto, and Mr. Joseph Wild the tenor. Solo competition for those who had Hot previously won 10s. 6:1. several .singers( 1) fWlll Burry Port essayed this, and made very poor exhibitions. Mr. Gwilym Thomas, Kidwelly, was the best; he sang "The Village Blacksmith." Recitation (open), "T.i wyddost both ddywed fy nghalon": Miss S. A. John, Halfway. Llanelly, a very youthful com- petitor. Champion solo (open): six sang, and the prize was awarded to Miss Maggie Morgan, Burry Port. Male voice competition, "Ymdeithgan y Rhyfelwyr": one party only sang, viz., the Kidwelly Wednesday Part", and" they were fuHy deserving of the prize, Mr. D. S. Davies. London House, being the con- ductor. Essay. "Ptydlondeb," etc.: Mr. R, Jenkins, Kidwelly. I Mr. Robert Stone, whose wife died and was buried here last week, desires to express his most sincere thanks to those kind friends who assisted him in his great trouble, especially M r. Young, Ulamuorfa, who was most kind: Messrs. jChas. R. Lewis, J. D. Thomas <Parry's Shop), John Davies (insurance agent), and T. James (Station Road), who made a collection to defray the funeral expenses: Mr. George Jones (draper), who so kindly provided for hi;3 two little children; and e\ervbody else who helped. We have this week the sad duty of recording the death cf unoiher of the very few remaining old natives cf Kidwelly, in i1:3 person of Mrs .Elizabeth Rogers, Pinged Hill, who was re- i moved on Sunday. It will be remembered, perhaps, thai \\0 rq,ortt-:d. some nine ago, an accident to Mrs. Rogers, who wan an .octogenarian. She then fell, and fractured her hip ?)&e, and since then had been gradually passing away. She was a member of an old Kidwelly fa.-tilN--one that can be traced back for no less than nine generations. She was the widow of the late Mr Francis Rogers, a welt-known fisherman of this town forty -yea-rs ago. Mr John Rogers, our pnGent well- known fishmonger, is her son, and ao-otlier_ son i Mr. Thomas Rogers, cf Melincry<h-n. Neath. The funeral took place yesterday (Wednesday). A letter ;nidfe?cc!' :o our Kidwelly or:os- p?nt'enT. posted h' London 'II March lztn ) T if' i:1 l d K • k f' <t wasdelivC"d A: o 23rd. The envelope .s'!e?!<t A!d 2. The envelope that of h o D L. O :J(h _i, Gth :"l U;6'{: j

TRIMSARAN. ) A public meeting was held on the 19th inst. at the Cc-vmeil Schools, under I ie presidency of Mr. D. T. Gilhert, 1,);dcrt1'31;nz' a u s s c-i e ce d to draft a scheme. A vote of condolence was also passed with the faunly ot the late Mr. J. Johns, chairman of the Carmarthenshire County Council, when the whole audience stood on their feet in solemn silence. -0- At the meeting held on Saturday in connec- tion with the Horticultural and Poultry Show,the following oiffcials were elected:— Chairman, Mr. John Morgan; treasurer, Mr. Willie Davies: secretary, Mr. Richard Lloyd: and the promoter is Mr. T. E. Davies. The next meeting will be held on Monday next, when all those who are in sympathy with "Bock to the Land and Rural Cities" are in- vited to attend. Probably, the show will be held in August. According to Mr. Civ' :za-Moriev, Austria- Hungary. Belgium, Denmark, France, the States of the German Empire, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland^ Turkey and Japan have either wholly or in' part nationalised the railway systems of their re- spective countries, Britain and America being the only two countries whose railways are pri- vately owned and controlled. Robert Owen, more -than any educationist before or since, recognized that children are like plants, in 1 hac they want more than care like ??-aiii itiore tliai cai: -0- Dr. Eichliolz, one of H.M. Inspectors of Schools, estimated the number of under-fed children in London ac 122,000, or 16 per cent, of the whole. Within 158 :811' (1710-1867). 7,660,4.39 acres, or nearlv one-third c.f the cultivated area, was enclosed. In 118 years 1385 separate Enclosure Acts were passed. '1- *J-

I FEllNFOEL i The Lhirary Committee have decided to pro- with the extensions immediately. A perusal of the plan gives one an idea of the ambitious scheme in hand. After its com- pletion, Felint'oel will bo able to boast of the finest hall in the town or district. -0- The cricket ground is. now in excellent con- I dition, and on Saturday It will be pos- sible to gain an idea of the playing strength I of the local elevens. In the match between captain and vice-captain it is hoped that evoy plaver wilt turn out, so that the best sides can he selected for The following Saturday, when the season starts in real earnest. We now understand that there is a possibi- lity of a cup competition for teams of the calibre of the local seconds.

I DAFEN. I It is with the greatest pleasure that we have again to bring to the notice of all true lovers of talent of whatever sphere of knowledge, fcho meritorious succetr of our friend, Mr. T. ,1.. Morris, Exchange, Paten, who has secured I 'J:I': .J'>>JI.-> ,0"' I. \l > the degree of Licentiate at the recent exami- nation of ihe Tonic Solia College, London. The above honour has not been attained L\¡;cF;:¡:;n:Xc; 'Jrr:hia; I tained ',tc degrees of A. C A. T. S. 6 ami L.T.S.C, with distinction, besides numerous minor honours. \8 Î}1.e tlj::S opportunity of wishing bin: a future iu the musical world, and look forward to his entry into the adjudicating circle with honour. Unfortunately, we are apt to forget local talent, the honour be due to the prophet at home" bring too stringently adhered to. When we take a retrospective glance ar cur talented comrades of the past-- S equal to a'iv, whether they he educational,-i bardic, or the pulp-it—alas, how meagre is the encourage men t meted out to them in their j day. Dafen bs produced many a man of talent and position, and has still within its borders others in the making—men who, by dint of courage, have won degrees in many spheres, and, to their credit, self-attained. Therefore, let us give praise where praise is due, if no other appreciable honour is avail- able. Excelsior, Dafen! -0- I We chronicle the decease ,)f the beloved wife of Mr. J. Grub, Halfway, who passed sway a Ftcr:) short illness. The interment took place at Llandehie. We extend our sym- pathy to the relatives in their bereavement. — o — The Rev. T. R. Williams, Maescanner, oc- cupied the pulpit of Moriali Chapel, Llanelly. on Sunday morning last, while the pastor of Caersalem, Llanelly, occupied the pulpit at Maescanner Chapel.

LLANGENNECH. On Friday last were buried at Rethesda Cemetery the mortal remains of Mrs. James Charles, of Hendre Road. She fell a victim to that dread scourge consumption, and bore her illness with Christian patience and forti- t L-ide. She left behind her a sorrowing lnis- band and three children. Another victim, in the person of Mr. Johnny Davies, son of Mr. Eleazar Davies, of Hendy, was buried on Wednesday in the same cemetery. Johnny, as he was popularly known among his foothall associates, was an amiable young man, whose death is a great shock and much deplored. -0- After a comparatively short illness, the death occurred on Sunday of the Rev. E. A. Davies, vicar ox Cv'mammau, at the age of 6G. He was a native of Llansawel, and before lie entered the Church, was engaged in the scholastic profession. Mr. 'Davies was a suc- cc. ail clergyman, and had worked very assiduously as curate of Llangyfelaeli and vicaT of Llangenncch bcfoTe his-preferment to Cwmamman, where lie was greatly respected by Churchmen and ii c foi-ii i i st s alike. The vicar of Cilrhedyn and the rector of Vay- nor are his brothers. The interment will take I place at Llangennech on Thursday (to-day).

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PINGED. On Saturday a hedging competition was. held at Tygwyn Farm, Pinged, when awards were made as follows:—Champion class: 1st, J. Marks, Llansaint: 2nd and 3rd, divided be- tween David W. Lloyd, Old Sardis, and John Gravell, Trimsaraii; 4th, Wm. Thomas, Llan- saint; 5th, J. Davies, Llwyncelyn. Second class: 1st, J. Davies, Tygwyn; 2nd, and 3rd, divided between D. Rees, Old Sardis, and E. Smith, Llansaint; 4th, William Davies, Pen- Ian; 5th, R. Rees, Capel. Third class: 1st and 2nd, divided between D. Davies, Tygwyn, and J. Lloyù, Tywrthyrafon. The judges were, Mr William Jones, Caeplymp, Trimsaran, and Mr David Kces. Talcamfach. T. E. D.

— — Burry Port Musical Festival. The annual singing festival of the Welsh Baptist churches of Burry Port and district, comprising choirs from Ferryside, Kidwelly. Pwll, and Burry Port, was held at Tabernacle. Chapel on Tuesday, and proved a complete success, thanks to the organization controlled by the worthy district secretary, Mr. David Davies, Burry Port. The evening meeting ex- ceeded all expectations. The Baptists have every reason to be thankful for the services of so eminent a musician as Mr. Einlyn Davies, A.R.C.M., London, who is a conductor well known throughout. South Wales. His good opinion is to be praised, and the best criterion as to the success of the festival is ohta inod in the fact that Mr. Davies was highly delighted with the shuring. The conductors of the local churches had contributed greatly towards the success of the festival. The rehearsals were under the charge of Mr. David Owen, the choirmaster of Tabernacle Chapel, who had laboured hard and with great devotion in perfecting the singing', and special praise is due to him for his ungrudging efforts. The first meeting commenced at 10.30 a.m., and was presided over by the Rev. R. R. Thomas, Ferryside, who introduced the ser- i vice by reading a portion of Scripture and by prayer. ThC meeting was taken up by the juvenile choirs, and, as is universally the case, was a most enjoyable proceeding. The young, fresh voices blended harmoniously, and were under perfect control. One feature of the meeting was a catechism, the ques- tions being put by the Rev. Hugh Jones, Kid- welly, the juveniles replying in a very clear and excellent manner. I In the afternoon the adult choirs took part. It is never expected to find an afternoon meeting attended so well as a later service, but the singers turned up well, and the sacred edifice was simply packed. The president was the Rev R. Ellis-Williams, Burry Port. Nearly all the hymns on the programme were sung during the afternoon, as well as the anthem, "Gwrando fy ngeiriau" (Dan Protheroe). The meeting was relieved by an excellent address by Mr. Williams, Ferryside, and Mr. W. D. Williams, Burry Port. At the close of the ser- vice, tea was provided at the Parish Hall, and some hundreds availed themselves of the re- past. The evening meeting was presided, over by the Rev R. Owen, Pwll. The large chapel was filled to its utmost capacity. A large number failed to gain admission and had to be con- tent with listening around the chapel grounds. The meeting was introduced by Mr. Lewis, Ferryside. The choir was further augmented, and good singing was heard. "Ynys Owen," and "St. Catherine," were again repeated, and with far better results; and, by special re quest, "Siloah" (John Reynolds, Kidwelly) was j also rendered. The anthem, "Enaid cu" (Isalaw), was then sung almost to perfection, after which appropriate addresses were de- livered by Mr. John Lewis, Pwll, and Mr. G. Davies, Kidwelly. The president proposed a vote of thanks to the most useful members of the day's wor, and also to the speakers of the day. The conductor responded, and said that so much depended upon the secretary of any function, and the good festival which they had enjoyed was iiiaini-y due to Mr. David Davies, who had worked not only on that particular day, but all through the year, and he deserved their heartfelt gratitude for his good work. He also complimented the conductor of the rehearsals, Mr. David Owen (Tabernacle), a gentleman of thirty years' experience, who had undoubtedly laboured with unremitting efforts. The conductor made special mention of the organists, Mis sLizzie Rees and Miss Rosetta Groom, who deserved every praise for their excellent work. The meeting was closed with prayer by the Rev. J. H. Rees, Burry Port.

One Day Imprisonment. Daniel Evans, Water Street, farm labourer, who is undergoing a sentence of two months' imprisonment at Carmarthen Prison, was charged at the local Police Court on Wednes- day with stealing a quantity of clothing, the property of Mrs. Thomas, milk vendor, Stradey. P.C. Thomas Davies spoke to arresting the defendant at the St. David's Tinplate Works, Louglior. Mrs. Thomas stated that after the defen- dant left her house she missed two pairs of boots, a pair of stockings, and an old coat. She identified the stolen articles. Defendant: Did you give me an old coat ? Witness: No; that is in the cowshed now. Did you not tell me to wear the old pair of bootsNo. | Evans was in charge of a warder, and was I committed to one day's imprisonment.

East Carmarthenshire. 1. MINERS AND THE SELECTION OF MR. DAVID RANDELL. j The miners of East. Carmarthenshire are busily discussing the selection of a member | to succeed lvfe. Abel Thomas, K.C., M.P., who has notified his intention to resign at the next election. They will in all probability de- cide to invite Mr. William. Brace, M.P., to contest the seat. At the same time, a con- siderable section prefer Mr. David Randell, solicitor, a former member for the Gower Division. Meetings have been held at Glanamman and Raven Tinplate Works, and Gellyceidrim Col- liery, where resolutions have been passed in favour of Mr. Randell. From what can be ascertained, there is a feeling of keen resentment against the col- liers in proceeding to select a candidate without consulting the wishes of the other miners in the constituency.

"NEVER TOLD A liE." CUSTOM HOUSE BANK RESIDENT'S VERACITY. Catherine Nicholas, 30 Custom House Bank, summoned John Perrott, Catherine Street, at the local Police Court on Wednesday, for assaulting her on April 22nd. Complainant stated that she was assaulted by Perrot without any provocation whatever, and he said, "If it were dark I would blind you." She had never spoken to the defen- dant, but. once had a. few- words with his mother. Witness', continuing, said, "I was so frightened that I went like a corpse. Cross-examined, witness said the defendant put his hand on her nose and pushed her. He did not strike her. Are you telling the truth ?—Yes, or 1 am willing to die here now. Mr. Ludford: Oh! don't do that. Witness: I never sNVear, and I have never told a lie. How old are you Forty-eight. And you have never told a lie?—Not that I know of. You bullied the defendant's mother?-No. And you used some Custom House Batik language ?-No; I am not used to that. Without calling the defendant the Bunch dismissed the case.

WEDDING BELLS. I JONES-DARLING. I A very interesting wedding was solemnized at Greenfield Chapel on the 19th instant, the contracting parties being Mr. Tom Darling, second son of ('apt. Darling. Bryn Road, and Miss Jennie Jones, youngest daughter of Mr. Daniel Jones, Station Road. The Rev G wynne Owen, pastor of Greenfield Chapel, officiated. The bride, who was given away by her father, was charmingly attired in an amethyst gown, with picture hat to match. The bridesmaids were the Misses Grace and Nellie Darling (sisters ot the bridegroom) and the Misses Hattie and Florrie Jones (nieces of the bride), and they wore white silk dresses, with hats to match. The duties of best luan were per- formed by Mr. Steve James. After the cere- mony the party adjourned to the home of the bride, where the wedding breakfast was par- taken of. Later, the happy couple left for Newport, where the honeymoon will be spent. They were the recipients of many useful and handsome presents. HOSEA—ENGLISH. A quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized at Emmanuel Chapel, New Dock, on. Monday morning, when the nuptial knot was tied be- tween Mr. W. J. Hosea. Bryrunor Road, clerk in the employ of the Great Mountain Colliery Company, Ltd., and Miss Maggie English, Globe Inn, New Dock. The bride, who was beautifully attired, was given away by her step-father, Mr. J. Bowen, Smith's Arms, and she was attended by two bridesmaids. Mr. J, English, brother of the bride, acted as best man. There was a large number of guests, in- cluding friends and relatives of the bride and bridegroom. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Enos George, after which breakfast i was partaken of at the bride's residence. The honeymoon is being spent in' London. -0- PARRY-JONES. 11 I On Tuesday, the 26th instant, at Cape Town, South Africa, Mr. John Owen Parry, son of Mr. David Parry, of Tycroes, Panlyffynnon, assistant town surveyor of Pietermaritzburg, Natal, was united in the bonds of holy matri- mony to Miss Eiddion Joiles,. daughter of the late Rev..lohn Eiddion .tones, formerly of Lhtirnig, Carnarvonshire, but now .of < ;i|o Town, South Africa.

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MUSICAL SUCCESS. At the recent examination of the Associated Board R.A-M and R.C.M., Miss Doris Ding passed the Intermediate Pianoforte Examina- tion, and. also passed the Theory Examination of the same Board. Miss Ding is a pupil of I Miss Julia 'Lewis, R.C.M., 55 Coldstream St. 7711

Birchrock Colliers Restart. After :t stoppage extending for a fortnight, as the consequence of a dispute regarding the working of double shifts in single stalls, work was resumed at the Birchrock Colliery, Pont ardulais, on Monday morning. The management refused to discuss the question with the men's representatives until work had been restarted. The men held out against this at first, but a ballot taken last week decided in favour of a restart. ->

cmD K!LLED< j CHILD KillED" i RUN OVER BY A MOTOR CAR. j II A distressing motor car fataluy occurred at Sketty just before three o'clock on Monday afternoon. It seems that the car, W lÜeh be- longs to Mr. Basil Valentin, of The Mount, Llangland Bay, and the president of the West Wales Motor Union, was proceeding along DUlwyn Road, when suddenly the little three- year-old girl of Mr. and Mrs. Kirwin, of Dill- wyn Road, ran into it, and received such in- juries that she died in about ten minutes. Dr Edward Morgan was called immediately, but all medical skill was of no avail. The. accident was witnessed by several people, and they all agree that it was quite unavoidable, as the child appears to have suddenly run from .behind a comer right in front of the car, which was going slowly at the time.

Home Rule for Wales and the Budget At New Dock Parliament on Friday last, the j debates Oil the Bill for Home Rule for Wales was resumed. The Prime Minister (Mr. Brown), the Member for Carnarvon (Mr. Roberts), and the Leader of the Opposition spoke strongly against the measure, which, however, received strong support from a large number of the Government and Ministers, and the Member for Radnor (Mr. (Jodsell) and the Chancellor of the Exchequer (Mr. D- Morgan Thomas) concluded the debate, for the Bill, and were loudly cheered. On division the Bill was passed by the nar row majority of 2, and the Prime Minister thereupon said that after the passing of the Budget the Government would dissolve. The last sitting.of the New Dock Parlia- ment will take place at Christ Church School- room on Friday evening next, at 7.30, when the Chancellor of the Exchequer (Mr. D. M. Thomas) will introduce his Budget, which will provide for £ 30,000,000 deficit, and which will contain a number of very advanced prin- ciples. Members and visitors arc 'desired to at tend. The Parliament will then IJe adj "11 J'Jkd until September next. •.

Building Trade Dispute. A dispute has arisen in the Llanelly build- ing trade with regard to the wages paid to tlitf carpenters and masons. Notices have been handed in. by 400 men, and these terminate on Saturday next. Every effort is being made to arrive at a. settleuient, to evoid any drastic action by the men.

CONDUCTOR HONOURED. Mr. R. T. Jones, the musical conductor at Siloah Chapel, was presented by the chapel choir on Tuesday night with a gold-mounted baton. Miss Oe rid wen Davies, the organist* made t he presentation on behalf of the melll- bers, and referred to the activity Mr. Jones had displayed in connection with the clioii- He had served them faithfully, which justified their recognition. Mr Jones neatly responded.

New Company Registered. TURBO NT PATENT FAN CO., LIMITED. The Turbon Patent Fan Co., Ltd., has been registered on the 20th April, with a capital ti L12,000, in 240 z250 shares, as a private co)11- pany, to acquire it certain patent for an in vention of impr )\'cments in centrifugal pump3 or blowers, .and certain sites with respect to further^ improvements, and to carry on the business of ironfounders, mechanical en- gineers, and manufacturers of ventilating fans and other machinery. Signatories: Wn1* Warren Walton, ITolcwm, Ferryside; Thomas Jones, Brynnialr, Llanelly; one share each- Private company. The number of directors is not to be less than three nor more than six- the first are to be appointed by the sub- scribers. Qualification, L-200 per annum and a. percentage of the profits and dividend- Registered office: Llanmor Works, Llanelly.

LLWYNHENDY AND DISTRICT. I The united choir, under the conductorship of Mr. Edgar W. Thomas, intend competing at Burry Port Eisteddfod on Whit-Monday. -0- On Sunday next, -.Illd during the summer, the morning and evening trains will stop again at Bynea. The members of the Horticultural and Poultry Society have already met to make; preparations for the fifth annual show, which will be held in August. -Q- The members of Be re a Sunday School held their "ysgol cliwartei" on Sunday afternoon and evening. The Rev..1. Evans, Bryn, pre- sided at the afternoon meeting, and Mr. T. Nicholas in the evening. The songs and re- citations were of the usual high order.

SALVATION ARMY. OFFICERS' FAREWELL. Capt and Mrs Harding, who have done such excellent.- work in the district during their stay, extending over a period of twelve months, .much to the regret of the corps and a host of friends. C'apt. Harding acted as local probation officer, and rarely missed the twO usual weekly sittings of the justices at 1.11,0 Town Hall. It has been arranged to hold farewell meetings, on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday next, when special addresses will be delivered. On Monday a farewell tea takeS- place at 5.30, to be .followed by a musical fes- tival at 8 p.m., given by the band. During the time the Captain has been in the town the corps has cleared: a. local debt of over £ 40, additLon to raising iS.100 for national and to I foreign work. The public are invited to all the .meeting: Printed and P,(l led t d hy the "Llanelly rury" I'unu < 'oqip.iny, Limited, at ih.ei'' O'fficf.?. 21 »\ sin Llanelly, iu tlll Coin 11 y i ,f' (, i' r 11 n