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, RECONSTRUCTION IN WALES.
RECONSTRUCTION IN WALES. SIR A.T. DAVIES, AT GLYN CEIRIGG. Sir Alfred T. Davies, Permanent Secretary of the Welsh Department of the Board of Education,, addressed, a public meeting on the above subject on Monday night in the Ceiriog Institute, at Glyn Ceiriog, of which he is the president. In the course of his speech he re- Ferred to the important part which village in- stitutes are capable of playing in the efforts) now being made to enable the rural districts of England and Wales to secure their share of the benefits resulting, from the reconstruc- tion which altered social, industrial and educa- tional conditions were making so necessary, j Referring to the subj ect for discussion at the meeting—the Street Corner, the Public House or a Recreation Room. for the young men, which is it to be? Sir Alfred said that they in Glyn Ceiriog were reckoned fortunate in possessing what had been pronounced by com- petent authorities to be one of the best planned and most completely equipped, village insti- tutes to be found anywhere. But much yet remained to be done in order to build up the institutional, the educational and the recrea- tional sides of their work and to make these village institutes what it was capable of be- coming—"the college of a village," to use Swinburne's apt phrase. There were still m Wales many prejudices to be overcome which stood. in the way of the development of what properly used was one of the most helpful agencies and instruments for the uplifting and quickening of lla.ge life. Denominational jealoucies we r# still rife, and suspicion, amounting in many cases to actual disbelief, regarding the value mdefficiency of any work which was not carried on within the four walla of a place of worship were still too prevalent in Wales. Political differences were far less a barrier than the prejudices of the people who, whilst they tolerated the public house (to counteract the influence of which they did nothing but pass resolutions) looked askance at the effort of those who, like himself, would like to see a billiard room, a skittle r.lley, a bowling green, a quoiting ground, and other means of recreation placed within the reach of their returned warriors. These men had been accustomed to these things in Y.M.C.A huts, both in this country and abroad, and. were quite unable to understand why what was deemed—even by religious people—good !or them when in camp should be deemed bad 'or them when at home. He wished. to speali plainly or. this subject. One great church in Christendom—perhaps the most powerful re- ligious organisation the world had ever seen— bad failed, signallailed in the hour of trial. he test of the war from which they had just Emerged had been too much for it. At no me-not even when the very stones almost were crying aloud for it—had that church a word. of condemnation for the gross outrages i tvhich had scandalised the civilised world, menaced liberty, and brought the world to the verge of ruin. The record of that church's gailure would re-echo down the ages. There ould be no recovery of the prestige which had. been lost through unwillingness to seize a great opportunity. Let them in Wales (whether they were Churchmen or Nonconformists, he cared not) have a care lest they also were found wanting when the call came to them-as it did that night to the men and women of Glyn—to do something practical, sensible, fcrotnerly, to make life more toler- able, enjoyable and profitable for the young men and young women of the district who had risked their lives for them on foreign soil, and who were not satisfied, at a time of great awakening—mental and spiritual—to lead a dull. monotonous existence, which failed to satisfy their craving for social intercourse, for rational recreation, and for intellectual Ve- velopment. If those he addressed were want- ing in their duty they might depend, upon it that the religion they preached from the pulpit would fail to commend itself to the man in :he street, to the common people in fact, to ckro for whom should be their first endeavour as it was that of the great founder of their re- ligion. Soldiers cared more for practical re- ligion than- for phylacteries, and it was prac- tical Christianity to see to it that the re- turned and. disabled soldiers—aye, and their young men and young women of all ages— A were not deprived of what they so sorely needed just now—social sympathy of the right kind and without any attempt at proselytis- ing. In some counties, notably Kent and Carnarvonshire, the effort was being made to make the village institute the first round which would, be ranged. The continuation classes, the music, dramatic and literary societies, the women's new organisations and, generally, the social activities and co-operative efforts of the village community. Better far one strong literary or social society in a village than four or five weak and struggling ones connected with as many churches and chapels. They must break down the deno- minational walls when they conduced not to spiritual uplifting but to sectarian jealousies and ineffectiveness in social work, when, in fac, they hindered progress. Recrimination was a fact, .and, whether they liked it or not, a return to pre- war conditions was as impossible as it was undesirable. The sooner they all recognised that fact the better it would be for religioa and for society in general. He further urged that the returned men should be given a. iargtJ share in the work of reconstruction. Men who had, gone abroad and made sacrifices had more of the root of the matter" in them than many of those ..who had stayed ai home and made profits. Many of their young men had "dreamed dreams and seen visions" in the trenches and when facing death—anyway had a far more intimate knowledge of the needs and wishes of those whose interests and future welfare should be the community's first concern. He hoped to see a commodlpu:" re- creation room erected at Glyn -as an adjunct of their handsome and, extremely useful village and public libriry, and that the social and educational sides of their work proceed side by side and be developed in d.ownright earnest. In that way they could realize to the full the idea of the college of a village, and remove from themselves the reproach that they were not doing £ 41 that they could and should to stem the tide which was sleeping their young people by the thousand, from the countryside into the large towns and accentuating the pro- blem there. These proposals were warmly supported by the Vicar of Glyn (Rev. D. T. Evans) and by the Baptist minister (Rev. W. Rhys Jones), who moved that further provision should be made in connection with the Ceiriog Mem- orial Institute for recreation, including bill- iards. The motion was also supported by a local licensed victualler, who urged that the liter- ary and educational side of the work should be developed, and was enthusiastically adopt- ed. Seventeen young men 'and women from the district, including several returned sold- iers, were apjMjinted to co-operate with an equal number of the committee of the institute in giving effect to the resolution. Contributions of £ 100 from the chairman of the meeting (Mr. Charles B. C. Storey) and of £2.) from Sir Alfred T. Davies in aid of the scheme wgfe announced, and an offer by Mr. F. E. Roer, proprietor of the local slate quarry, to provide a free site for the new recreation room, which will form an adjunct of the existing commodious building, was gratefully accepted. After an animated debate it was decided, with seven dissentients, to accept the offer by the War Office of a German machine gun as a trophy:
Wrexham Burglary.
Wrexham Burglary. MIDNIGHT INTRUDERS. Two young men, named Charles Davies, of feeastmarket, and John William Rowley, of Market Street, were committed to the Assizes, at Wrexham, on Monday, on a charge of burglary. About midnight on April 18, Mr. Hampson, a baker and confectioner, of 14 and 15, Charles Street, heard a noise downstairs, and went to investigate. The front door of the shop had been pushed slightly open, and he concealed himself behind it to await develop- ments. Some time previously the glass panel oi this door had been smashed, and it had been temporarily boarded up, and each night three cases weighing 701b. each were piled up against it. Mr. Hampson discovered that the noise had been caused by the top case falling to the ground and breaking open. After waiting for a few minutes he saw by the elec- tric light in the street the two prisoners. Presently Davies tried to push his way through the partly-open door. Witness then seized his arm, but could not hold him, and Davies got away. A policeman passed a few minutes later, and shortly afterwards he returned with Davies and Rowley in custody. Both the accused were admitted to bail on their own recognisances. ————— .—————
Wrexham Tragedy.
Wrexham Tragedy. An inquest was held by Mr. Ll. Kenrick, without a jury, at Wrexham, on Monday, touching the death of Caroline M'Dermott Roe (58), the wife of a hairdresser living in Mount Street. The deceased was bringing a lorry-load Of coal from Gatewen to Wrexham last Friday morning, and while passing Rhyd Broughton Farm she suddenly fell from the shaft on which she was riding, and both front and rear wheels passed over her body. She was con- veyed in a passing motor car to Wrexham Infirmary, but life was already extinct. The widower said his wife sometimes had attacks of giddiness and suffered from a weak neart. Apparently this was the cause of her sudden collapse. The coroner entered a verdict of Acci- dental death."
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-———— MARCHWIEL DANCE.—Another successful whist drive, followed by a dance, was held in the Piercy Hall this Easter- tide in aid of tun Soldiers' Welcome Home Fund. Mr. Pady, Pickhili, provided the music. ACMI)ENT.-Edward Brown, in the employ of Yr. Frank Lloyd, was loading hay at Little Bryn, on Friday, when the ladder snapped and he fell to the ground. He managed to reach home but subsequent- ly collaoaed. and is now confined to tho house.
I EASTER VESTRIES. ,1
I EASTER VESTRIES. ,1 I RUABON. The, Easter Vealiy was held on April 28, the Vicar presiding. The elector Oi wardens resulted in the last year s officers being re-elected. Messrs. Ashley, H. Pumfordi and Harold Williams were elected to fill vacancies a* side amen Mr. Batho (people's war tier1 read a statement of accounts which showed a very satisfactory balance. A proposition was made that the Vicar should make a special appeal for more su;)soript" and an increase in the offertory. The memorial to the fallen lieroas was freely discus- see,, and it was decided to hold a. meeting for church- peoph to consider that, also the Diocesan Fund. Ail churc? vorkers were thanked, especially Mrs. Pugh for her great work at Plasbennion, and Mr. Watkin Ro??rs for his g mE\. to the latter, and all his assistance. The VicaT alluded to the gift which the Leighton family are shortiv giving in memory of Miss Sarah Le;: hton. and o?c from Mr and Mrs. Bather in me mOl y of f?ie-n oldiers. [ E.HCSYMEDRE. The annual Easter Vestry was held in the National I School on fhurway evening, presided over by the Rev, D. 1. Silian Evans, Vicar, when there was a II large attendance including a number of ladies. The Vestry Clerk (Mr. J. M. Leach) having read the minutes of the previous vestry, which were confirmed, a statement of accounts was presented by Mr. H. I A. Archer, which showed Ieœits to be £ 257 Is. M., | expenditure ?234 8s. Id., leaving a balance ot J:±: j j 13s. 8d. in the bank. The accounts were adopted rea4 on the motion of Capt. P. Lloyd Jones, seconded by Mr. W. P. Lloyd. The Vicar nominated Mr. H. A. Archer as his warden, and Mr. John Roberts was elected people's warden. The following were appointed salesmen: Messrs. JJames Morrison, Richard Edwards, John Breeze, W. P. Lloyd, A. Adams, Edward Holt, W. H. Mostya, Edward Williams, R. W. Phillips, R. I M. Foster, Jas. Chatham, Edward Jones, John Mos- i tyn, James iSellars, Edward Evans, Edw. Hemry Jones, J. birch, Caradoc Jones, Archie Wind,or and Arthur Nicholas. The sidesmen were re-elected en bloc. Messrs. P. Lloyr1 Jones, Richard Edwards, and j Alfred Wright were elected representatives to the Conference and. Chap meetings. A cordial vote of thanks to all church-workers was moved by Mr. Tisli and seconded by the Vicar and carried. I MARORWIEL. The annual vestry meeting was held on i riday, Archdeacon Fletcher presiding, when Mr. Wm. Huxley was appointed rector's warden, Mr. J. Latham, parish war ?n, and Mr. P. V. Woodford Tepre.?entative at the diocesan and ruri-decanal conferences. j I ————— )
J RUABON PETTY SESSIONS. I…
J RUABON PETTY SESSIONS. I Friday, before Mr. Radford Jones and Mr. Tysilio Jones. Aneurin Jones, 4, American Hill, Cefn, and Ll. Jones of the same address, were fined 20s., and Wm. Holland, Dolydd Road, Cefn Mawr, was fined 30s., for drunkenness.-Ed. Richards, High Street, Cefn, was fined 15s. for assaulting Per Griffith?, lOa, Crane Street, Cefu.-In a domestic case, in which Annie Walker, Green Cottages, liuabon, applied for an in- crease in the amount of a maintainance order against her hutband, T. H. Walker, it was stated that a new J situation had arisen owing the the husband's demob- ilsation, The husband undertook to increase his pay- ment from 9s. to 14s. and the Bench accepted his fler.-Mary Ann Jones, High Street, Cefn, was fined I j 305 for stealing coal from Wynnstay Colliery.
I' ,-k I'RUABON. 1
I' k I' RUABON. 1 EASTER SERVICES.—After Evensong on Easter Day some fine music was given in the Parish Church from J Handel's Messiah, Mr. W. P. Jones taking the solos, under the conductorahip of Mr. Matthew Bowen. organist. ) BUNA WAY HORSE.—What might have been a very serious accident occurred in Bridge Street on Good I Friday evening when a hotee attached) to a float, the property of a gentleman from Llangollen, clted and knocked over Mrs. Watkin Williams, Tanlan. For- • tunatelyj she lid not sustain stvere injuries but is suffering from shock. Luckily, although there were crowds about at the time, no other accident occurred and the horse wa? bght tf A standstill at the bottom of Slati-n Roa" PtTNERAL.—The funeral of the late Mr. William Hill, tt Brandy Cottages, who passed away ter a long illness, took place on Wednesday, April 23, 1m id every token ~f respect and deep regret. The chief mourners were the widow and three daughters, (Misses Ethel, Maud and Gladys Hill), Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hill, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hill, and Mrs. Samuel Hill (brothers and sisters-in-law); Messrs. Harry and John Hill (brothers); Mr. and Mrs. Higgin- son (sister and brother-in-law); Mr. George Edwards j and Mr. W Odwards (brothers-in-law); Mr. and Mrs. | J. Rowley (brother and sister-in-law); Mr. Harold and I Miss- L. Edwards (nephew and niece). The officiating ciergymen were the Rev. A L Evans and R. 1. Jones, curotef of Rhos and Johnstown. SCOUT DANCE.—On Easter Monday evening, a I successful dance, under the auspices of the 1st Ruabon 'Jle Wrexham Pageant troop of Scouts, took place. The Wrexham Pageant Band played for dancing and Mr. Godfrey Roberts | acted as M.C. Miss Meadway was an efficient ,ecre- tary, assisted by the Misses Saint, Beckett, Crewe, 6. and B. Bowen, M. Hughes, L. Roberts and E. Robert, Messrs. E. Mead-way, Gordon Wilson, Bert Roberts, Richards, Taylor and Victor Fowen. A hearty vote of thank; were accorded her and all I | who had helped on the motion of Asst. Commissioner R. Penn, secondiec' by Rev. H. Glynn Jones. The room was prettily decorated with festoons of paper roses an" fl,gs .kindlv len. by Leighton, Mr. and ) Mrs. Bather, and Mrs. Meadway. Refreshments were served by Mesdames Mawer, Pugh, Crewe, Bather, J. | Roberts, W. Evans, Dodd, and Miss Jones, Park St. I ENTERTAINMENT.—What is acknowledged on every hand to be the be juvenile entertainment in this village took place on Wednesday, April 23, when Mrs. Davie-. New Hall, presided over the matinee. Pari one was a p ancf solo by Miss E. Lawton RobeTts, and solos by the Rev. H. Glynne Jones, who gave "Son of M'ne," and Miss, Marie Hughes (a pleasing contralto) who rendered The Hills of Donegal." Then came the chief item, which was the performance I of Red R'ding Hood" in four scenes, and was admirably performed by a number 01 G.F.S. candid- ates, who had been trained by the Misses Pally Bowen and Marie Hughes, Mrs. Lewis being the ftC. j j com pan ist. Miss Phyllis Murless gave a fine mono- | logue The Little Toy Gun, and Miss E. Lawton j Roberts and Miss Lewis gave pianoforte solos, while Miss Marie Hughes and Rev. H. G. Jones contributed ,I so los, Absent," Good, Night." and King's Own, ] The entertainment was brought to a close with an j excellent Tendering of a victory song, in which Miss P. Murless appeared afl Britamnia." While all ex- | ecuted their parte to excellent style it is due to Red Riding Hood and Prince CuPil (two of the youngest pericrmetst to say that they were excellent, especially in their actions- The performance was re- j peated on Thursday evening before a packed house.
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A combine of the lodging-house keepers of North Wales has been suggested, with a view to increasing the charges for rooms, cooking, and attendance," to recoup the land- Jadiflg for the extra cost of rent, rates, taxes, and material. Rents lmve gone up in many cases, and the rates arl, to be put up to an extent which is greatlyàlarmillg the lodging- house keepers. They also base the claim to charge more on the increased cost of aJl j household goods.
I LOCAL WEDDINGS.
I LOCAL WEDDINGS. I ROBERTS-JONES. I A pretty wedcling took place at Llanarmon, on Thursday, the contracting parties being Mr. John Price Roberts, youngest son of the late Mr. Thomas Roberts and Mrs. Roberts, "West Arms," Llanarmon, and Miss Eliza Ann Jones (Cissie), daughter of Mr. Robert Jones, Pentre Farm, Llanarmon. The ceremony was performed at Salem (C.M.) Chapel, Llanarmon, the interior of which had been very prettily decorated for the occasion, whilst arches s-pannedthe roadway approaching the place of worship. The officiat- ing ministers were the Rev. R. H. Jones, Tre- g-eiriog (C.M.) and the Rev. Richard Owens (W.), Mr. J. 0. Davies, registrar, also being in at- I tendance. The bridesmaid was Miss Maggie Blanche Jones, Syrior. Llandrillo, cousin of the bride, whilst Mr. R. Allen Jones. Cynchynant, Llanarmon. acted as best man. After the cere- j mony the wedding breakfast was held at the (bride's home, when there were present Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Roberts, Berriew, Mrs. D. C. Davies, i St. Martins, Miss Olwen Jones, Towyn, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Jones. Llandrillo. Mrs. Roberts, Woet Arms." Mr. Edward Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Roberts, Llangollen, Mr. and Mrs., Thomas Jones, Ty Gwyn. Mrs. Powell, Rock Ferry, Mies Alice Jones. Miss Louisa Jones, Rock II Ferry, Mr. and Mrs. Owen Davies, Llandrillo, j Mrs. Weber, Llangollen, Mr. and Mrs. Jones, I Ti-egeiriog, Mr. Hy. Jones, Tynycelyn, Mr. John Roberts, Cymmo, Mr. T. Roberts, Plat Issa, Glyndyfrdwy, etc. Congratulatory ad- dresses were delivered by a. number of friends. The bride, and bridegroom subsequently left for I Colwyn Bay for the honeymoon. j WILLIAMS-PEMBERTON. j, A very pretty wedding took place in Ruabon pariah church, on Easter Monday afternoon, when Mr. Joseph Williams, Pentre, Rhosmadoc, was married to Miss M. E. Pemberton, eldest daughter of Mr. Thomas Francie, Pemberton. The bride, who was attired in white silk and carried a shower bouquet of narcissus and maiden hair, was given away by her father and attended | by two bridesmaids. Miss Owen and Mifis F. j Williall16 (sister of the bridegroom), Sergt. Percy j F. Davies being the be.st man. A number of useful presents were received. The Rev. D. J. Bowen, M.Sc., officiated. I SPEAK-LATHAM. On Wednesday week, a pretty wedding took place in the Congregational Church, Ruabon, when the Rev. D. J. Bowen, pastor, Cefn, offici- I ated. The contracting parties were Mr. James | Speak, Chorley, and Miss Mary Linda Latham, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E., Latham, Oaklands. The bride, who was given away by her father, was charmingly attired in cream taffeta draped with crepe de chine and silver with hat to match, and carried a shower-bouquet, wearing a diamond spray brooch (gifts of the bridegroom), and was attended by two bridesmaids. Miss Mary Speak (sister of bridegroom) and Miss Ethel Davies (cousin of bride), while the bride's eldest brother, Mr. Horace Latham. fulfilled the duties of beet man. The bridesmaids also carried bouquets and wore brooches (gifts of bridegroom). A recep- tion was subsequently given by the bride"s parents, which 70 guests attended. The bride and bridegroom afterwards left for Blackpool for the honeymoon. I JONES-JONES. A pretty wedding was boiemnised in the Wes- leyan Chapel, at lregeinog, on April Unci, the contracting parties -being Miss Blodwen Ai. donee, secona aaugnter of Mr. and Mra. T. Jonas, Tynewydd, and Mr. J. R. Jones of the Council benooi, 'A'regeiriog. Great local interest wa.s taken ill the wedding, as the bride and bridegroom are well known and much respected. The service was conducted by the Rev. R. Owen, pastor, and the Rev. J. Ellis Jones, brother.m- law of the bride, the Rev. T. Llewellyn Jones, brother of the bridegroom, also being present, The bjide, attired in fawn crepe de chine and wearing a .fawn picture hat, was attended by ner sister, Miss Ethel Jones, who wore a blue gaberdine dress, with hat to math. Mr. A. Morley Jones of Llanrwst acted as beet man. As the bride, on the arm of her father, entered the chapel, Mrs. Hughes played the Wedding March. The chapel was beautifully decorated bv friends and weil-wishers of the bridal pair, and a pretty aroh was erected on the way to the bride's home. A reception was held at the home of the bride, and later.in the day Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Jones motored to Chirk, en route for London, where the honeymoon is being spent., They were the recipients of a large number of valuable and useful presents and of many con- gratulatory telegrams
I RHOSLLANERCHRUGOG^-'
RHOSLLANERCHRUGOG^ MINISTERIAL (SALARIES.—There a movement on foot to increase the salaries of the various pastors of Nonconformist churches. COLLIERS' NEW INCREASE.—The miners of the district are now rejoicing in the increased wages of 2s. per day, as well as three months' back pay, which they received last week-end. The remit of the voting for this locality in favour of the Sankey report was, iiafod, 1,663 against 103, and Vauxhall, 232 for, 7 against. PARISH COUNCIL.—The first meeting of the now Council has beeai held when all the councillors were present. Two names were submitted as chairman- Mr. R. Jones, Mona Gardens, and Mr. Cad. Morgan. The former was elected, while liir. D. Davies was elected vice-chairman, and-).te subsequently preridefl over the meeting. The overseers elected were Mr. R. D. Evans and Mr. John Bowen. Sohool D': rugers appointed were: Johnstown, Messrs. R. D. Evans and Watkin Jones; Ponkey, Mr. J. Griffiths and Mrs. R. Jones; Rhos Junior, Messrs. R. Thomas aad T. J. Davies; Grange, Mr. D. Davies and Mr. D. Edwards; Rhos National, Mr. W. Parry. Penycae Council wrote referring to the road from Omen to Tain ant, also asking the Rhos Council to support their request for the re-opening of the branch to Wynnhall. This was readily conceded, while for the former a resolution was passed to receive a deputation from Penycae t. confer on the point. I CORWEN. I BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—Mr R. J. Chap- man of The Uplands, Gorwen, who headed ty". poll at Corwen at the recent election, and who was formerly vice-chairman, has been elected chairman of the Board, and Mr. R. T. Jones of Garth, Llangollen, vice-chairman. The latter has iust been elected a member, but previously sat on the Board some years ago. A committee of eisrht members has been elected to hold & watching brief in connection with the changes which will take place upon the passing of the Ministry of Health Bill and the future of Poor- law generally. It has been decided to support.. resolution submitted by the Pershore Union with respect to the abuse of unemployment benefits. I T RE VOR. OBTTUAITY.-A well-known resident, Mrs. f> son, of Gwernydd Farm, pwed away at the riy- of 87 1 years, on Hastet Day. She was very well k»> u and had iiv d in the parish upwards of U yeurs.. She leaves three sons and one daughter (who rea4e<J with her) and n largi number of grandchildren to mourn her- IOSS, and for whom much sympathy to felt. The funeral took p.I,"r,i} oa Friday (0 Wrexham Cemetery
Officers Demobilized.
Officers Demobilized. WREXHAM MEN'S DISTINGUISHED CAREF-RS. Lt.-Col. J. E. H. Davie#, D.S.O., the O.C. 130th Field Ambulance, 38th Welsh Division, -has, as A.D.M.S. of the division, received autherity to demobilize himself after 44 years' commanding a unit, 3t years of which have been, spent in the forward area with the divi- sion,. The Colonel says he is proud to think he has been spared to command this unit, composed of ^Welshmen who have done so well, since 1914, during which two of his officers have been promoted to acting It.-cols. and commanded other ambulances, one officer ,*on the D.S.O. and M.C., three the M.C., three of the men won the D.C.M., 26 the M.M., one of whom got a bar to his M.M. His men acted as stretcher bearers in every battle in which the Welsh Division took part,. and on So v. 11 they finished with the leading brigade. The many friends of Mr. Davies will be delighted to welcome him back to civil life and his practice. Lieut. H. Percival, son of Mr. J. Percival, 13, Poyser Street, Wrexham, has returned to civil life, after a distinguished Army career. He joined the Devon Regiment on May 3. 1898, and was promoted lance corporal in J'ulvj 1899, corporal in May, 1900, sergeant in May, 1901, colour sergeant in June, 1913, second lieutenant in Nov., 1914, and lieutenant in August, 1915. He served throughout the South African campaign and received the King's and Queen's medals with bars for Tugela Heights, Relief of Ladysmith, Laing's Nek, Transvaal and Orange Free State. He served in Malta and Egypt from 1911 to 1914, and at the beginning of the war went to France. Wounded in March, 1915, he re- turned to the front in June the following year. He was invalided home in December, and, in June, 1917; was posted to Salonika and invalided to England in April, 1918. He was finally retired on retired pay last Febru- ary, on account of ill-health caused by wounds received in Sltion" after a total period of service of 20 years and 10 months.