Welsh Newspapers
Search 15 million Welsh newspaper articles
7 articles on this Page
- CARMARTHENSHIRE AGRICULTURAL…
CARMARTHENSHIRE AGRICULTURAL 1\ SOCIETY. This week we give the concluding speeches after a dinner TbeTwere crowded out last week, but the re- marks made by Mr Gwyn are important, and deserve consideration. C°MJ\V?K B. Gwyn explained that he bid officiated as? judgebec?e one of the gentlemen selected  not forthcoming but added that he had not judged those classes ia which he himself cowpeted. The show had been a source of great congratulation to everybody connected with it. It was a first rate collection of animals. It was the universal opinion of men who bad known the society from its commencement that the show that day had been by far the best they had ever scun. He had been told by men competent to judge that every class was well filled and well represented, and that not a single class was badly represented by the animals entered. The show was certainly a credit to the Principality (cheers). He then said that 1\1r Pugh had thrown out to him a hint that some practical dis- cussion should be indulged in after dinner and that he should act upon that hint. He then continued-We have heard a great deal lately of the feeling that has been shown throughout this county and "'in neigh- bouring counties in favour of Black cattle (heoar, hear). I think it is our duty oa this occasion, parti- Sl?y a?eare practical farmers who devote our time ??obite<??S verv possible way to ventilate and discuss a subject which Ü one of the principal parts f the profession by which we get our living (cheers). I was sorry to read m the repots different agri- cultural societies which have taken' p1ace in this and the neighbouring c?et?vatu?e h??? ???,? ,,ence which the neighbounng counties, f Blaek cattle ?? ,? ?as been given to the value of B!ad;: cattle over all others for this part of the country. It struck me as rather smgn ?ar ??.?t? < ??n who have b.enmostpro- minentingi g P ^Q^ tQ feelings have been breeders c?i S ?cK? c?ie all their lifetime, and have never owned a pure or weIlbred Shorthorn (bear, hear). A question has been asked most pointedly by hear ). themselves very well able to answer -the <1???.? that if the Black cattle had -the question, fwere bred in the same superior way as the 8SWhorth^o°rrn and the Hereford they woula be quite as good as those breeds. But does it St?k? yS? gStlcmeu, ? rather siagulu- if Black cattle are as good as they say,—that not in one single instance, in the memory of the oldest man present, has one single breeder endeavoured to prove that the Black beast is as good as the Hereford or the Shorthorn? Doesn't it strike you as somewhat re- markable—if the Black beasts are as good as their more favoured brethren,—that not in one single instance has a champion come forward to prove it (cheers). I need not go beyond our own show yard for an illustration. You have seen the Shorthorns and Herefords shown there to-day, and the Blacks now, will the Blacks bear comparison, for one instant, with the most inferior Shorthorns or Here- fords shown ? I have been accused of being prejudiced against Black beasts; but many of my farming brethren know that when I commenced farming I gave the Black beast every fair play that could be given him. I was provided with the best Black cows that could be found in Carmarthenshire; and I do not suppose there could have been much better found in Pembrokeshire. At the same time I purchased a few Herefords and a few Shorthorns, with the feeling that the only right way to arrive at a proper understanding was by proper com- parison (cheers). The same animals were all bred up together, they were calved together, they were fed equally till they were three years old, and the butcher, who is the best test of the value of an animal gave or £8 a head more for the Herefords and Shorthorns at 3 years-old than he gave for the Blacks (cheers), although the coloured cattle were a few months younger. It has been very properly remarked by Mr Pugh that it is the duty of every county to breed stock, if it can, in sum- cient quantity to be independent of foreign supplies. Now, I can conscientiously and truly say that if we stick to the Black cattle, we never shall be independent of foreign supplies; our only chance of breeding suffi- cient beasts for the consumption of this country is—I will not say by discarding Black cattle altogether, for they have their merits,—but you must resort to a cross, a good cross (cheers). Then arises the question what is that cross to be ? I can not only give you my own experience, but I can add the experience of other men. Only last week I was talking to an eminent breeder of Black cattle, in Pembrokeshire, Mr Griffiths, of Llaw- kaden, near Narberth, who, six or eight years ago, possibly, had the finest Black cattle in Pembrokeshire, and he will confirm what I say. Some three or four years ago, when I was at a show at Haverfordwest, several yearling steers were pointed out to me as being very superior—they were Blacks—and the question was asked me, Can you grow such Shorthorns as that; they have never eaten a turnip, and have never been inside a house." Last week I saw Mr Griffiths, and he said, I have twelve three-year-old steers, six are Blacks and six are a cross between a Short- horn bull and a Black cow (cheers), and the six cross breeds are worth £10 each more than my six Blacks" (cheers). That comes from a man who, some years ago, was considered to be one of the best breeders of Blacks in Pembrokeshire. An idea has become prevalent that the Shorthorn cannot stand the climate as well as the Black j it has also been stated that the Black beast is the poor man's beast. I most cordially endorse that opinion, and as long as the Welshman con- tinues to breed Blacks I believe he will continue to be a poor man (applause). I tell you further in proof of what I say as to the Hereford and the pure-bred Short- horn standing the weather, that if you go to Lancashire, Westmoreland, or Yorkshire, you will find the best breeders owners of some of the finest Shorthorns to be found in the whole world and they keep their yearlings and their two and three-year-old heifers out during the whole winter. I know friends of mine in this county who have seen them out in the depth of winter, with six or eight inches of snow on the ground. These ani- mals had never been housed all they had had was a little hay carried from the hay-house. A qnestion was asked by one of my friends, a practical breeder in this county, What is the reason you keep these Shorthorns of yours out in the winter don't you consider that you run great risk?" The reply was "No," we consider that if we keep them in they become so fat as to be unprofitable, unfruitful, and worthless, except for the butcher." Some of my Welsh friends may think that I make these remarks merely from prejudice against the Blacks but I do assure you that nothing is further from my mind (hear, hear). My great object is to do what I can for the benefit of the Welsh farmer (hear, hear). I wishjthem all to make the best they can of their farms. It is a well-known fact that if farmers' families were dependent upon the growth of Black beasts there would be no rent forthcoming, and precious little for the children's backs into the bargain. Who pays, the rent ? I will tell you who pays it—it is the farmer's wife (cheers). It is the dairy that pays for the farm. The farmer is dependent upon his herd; the dairy comes in for his rent, and the greater part of his expenses besides. And who is the best dairy maid P why, a man's wife is the best dairy maid in the world; and that has been acknowledged over and over again in this room at our Farmers' Clubs. Now, as to the best cross my own experience answers that question to my satis- faction. I believe that a cross between a Shorthorn bull and a Black cow is the best breed of cattle you can adopt for this part of the country. We have heard of crosses with Avrshires and Shorthorns and Herefords, and various other breeds, but from my experience and observation, and from what I have heard from ex- perienced men, the cross between a Black cow and a Shorthorn bull is superior to all others. But the ques- tion has been asked, If you make that cross what is to become of the Black cow P" (laughter). Well, the Black cow, in course of time, must of course become defunct. I say, use the pure-bred Shorthorn bull for generation after generation, and in the course of five or six generations what will you have P why, you will have the large Shorthorn frame to lay the fat upon, and the hardy constitution of the Black cow (cheers," No," and "All bosh.") What I tell you is not founded merely on my own actual experience. If you look at the statistics of the different breeds shown all over this country you will find that the Shorthorn is gaining ground everywhere. He is doubling and trebling his numbers of twenty-five years ago. If you go over the European Continent you will find him on the increase if you go to America Shorthorns are increasing one hundred fold annually. Go to Australia, and even to the Hebrides, and you will find him rapidly becoming the favourite beast. What better argument can any- body advance in his favour than that he is gaining universal popularity, and is fast becoming the leading breed all over the world ? (cheers). The Chairman proposed the health of the Foxhunters of the County, coupled with the name of Mr Powell, who bred the best horses in Wales or England, and also with the name of Mr W. O. Brigstocke (applause). Mr Powell, who was very warmly cheered, said he felt the utmost pleasure in acknowledging the good wishes expressed towards a sport with which he had been connected for many years, and with which he hoped to be connected for many years longer (cheers) He had been much gratified to see, that day, one of the best shows that had ever been known in the county, and he was happy to see the parent society flourishing. One of its children at Llanboidy was doing much good not only in improving the breed of stock, but in pro- luotiiu; that good feeling which ought to exist between the landowners and the cultivators of the soil. He hoped the present prosperity of farmers in this county might continue. Mr Powell then alluded to the want of good farm labourers throughout the county, although the men were kindly treated and had good wages. He believed one great reason why they had inferior servants was, because their cottages were so poorly built and so inefficient (cheers). That was a subject which ought to be taken in hand by the landowners, and the tenant farmers ought to help them. He should do what he could in his neighbourhood (cheers). Many of the dwellings of the poor were scarcely fit to keep animals in, much less men. It had been suggested in their society at Llanboidy that they should endeavour to show that they had some fellow-feeling for the farm labourer, by admitting him into the society and giving him prizes for the best cultivated garden. Some of the ladies had also suggested prizes for the best collection of window flowers, but unfortunately there were no windows worthy the name (hear, hear.) Such windows as some of them had were never opened, and fresh air was never admitted except by the door. If the society could do anything in this direction it would be well. They might offer a few prizes for the men who had brought up a family without troubling the parish, and when a poor man and woman had brought np their daughters respectably they deserved some recognition (hear, hear). If the funds of the society would not allow it, the prizes now given for poultry at Christmas might be decreased, as the breeding of poultry was sufficiently encouraged by the high prices now given, and the brisk demand for them all over the country. Perhaps the committee would consider the subject, and devise some better means of encouraging the labouring classes than any which he had suggested. A prize might be offered, with advantage, for the best plan and estimate of a labourer's cottage, suited to the requirements of the county, and towards that he would be very happy to subscribe. As soon as the present exciting scenes were over (laughter) he hoped they would be able to devote more time to those matters and further, he trusted to see them all in the field, and promised to do his best to procure them good sport (cheers). Mr Brigstocke said that in these stirring times men oucrht to have speeches in their pockets. He had thought he had not the remotest chance of being called on for a speech that day. The other day at Llanboidy he was suddenly called from a very animated discussion on the merits of an old Welsh sow, to assist at a meet- ing of a different character. Very great facilities were given in the three counties to those farmers who de- lighted in breeding Shorthorns and Blacks, and who took an interest in thoroughbred sires (cheers), out without good hounds the breeding of hunters would of course be useless. The very fact of having good hounds in the country induced dealers to come down and look for likely horses. He was gratified to find that one gentleman whom he had not had the pleasure ot meet- ing before that day, was fond of foxhunting, and Mr Puxley must be very unlike the majority of his country- men if he did not take great delight in the pleasures of the chase. He felt sure that, whatever might be the result of the present contest, they would see Mr Puxley following Mr Powell's hounds. The Chairman proposed "To our next Merry Meet- ing," He requested Sir James Hamilton to propose the health of Lord Emlyn. Sir James Hamilton-Were it permitted for anyone who at any period of his life had been engaged in the service of his country to say that he had been taken by surprise, surely I might advance that plea on the pre- sent occasion, for a duty has been put upon me by our Chairman, a duty so unexpected, an honour so un. deserved, that I might well and justly say, I am at a loss for words in which to respond to his appeal. But I cannot say that, gentlemen, for so long as one speaks the language of the heart one never can be at a loss for words to express one's sentiments (cheers). From my heart I do respond to the appeal, and ask you all to drink to the incoming president, Viscount Emlyn. In drinking to the noble lord's health, we must draw upon the imagination. When we reflect upon the claims that can be advanced by his respected and noble father, and by his no less respected and noble grandfather, we draw upon the pleasures of memory when ,we look forward to what the noble lord will be, we draw upon the pleasures of hope, and I feel that as in the one case our expectations have been realized, so in the other case will the result be the same I therefore ask you, gentle- men, to drink to the health of the incoming president, Viscount Emlyn. Our Chairman has coupled with that toast, To our next merry meeting," and I invite you to respond to it with a firm conviction that my invita- tion will be cheerfully attended to. We have passed a pleasant evening, and as no human enjoyment is with- out a drawback, so the enjoyment of the present even- ing has its drawback, which is that it has been too short (cheers). We can now appreciate the lines of the poet -my friend (Mr Pugh) has all the poets at his tongue's end—(much laughter)- Pleasures are like poppies spread, We seize the flower the bloom has fled; Or like a snow wreath on the river, A moment white, then melts for ever Or like the lightning's varying form, Evanishing amidst the storm." (Cheers.) So it is with us we hardly realize the pleasure of meeting before, like the snow wreath on the river," we melt. But, gentlemen, we do not melt for ever (laughter) we only melt till this time next year (laughter). If for a moment I might pass from that which is full of mirth and hilarity to a sentiment which evokes a serious thought, I would ask you to join with me in an earnest aspiration to the Almighty giver of all good, that we who are here met together in cordial unanimity may all be blessed with health and happiness to meet again (cheers). I have to the best of my humble powers obeyed the instructions of our respected commanding officer; now may I for one single moment divert from the object for which he called on me to pre- sent myself before you ? may I for a moment refer to the excellent and estimable sentiments which fell from the lips of a gentleman with whom, I regret, I am not better acquainted-I mean Mr Powell (cheers) and the remarks which he made respecting the improvement of the moral condition of the farm labourer. We are met here to support agriculture, and that which is collateral to agriculture. What can be more collateral, what can be more advantageous to agriculture than an endeavour to improve the moral condition of the agricultural labourer (cheers). It is a crying shame,—it is a disgrace to the Principality-and I speak it with every feeling of respect-to see the moral turpitude in which many of the farm servants in this country live (cheers). I know that Mr Powell and Mr Gwyn, and any gentleman who sits at the weekly petty sessions witnessess scenes which would shock the immorality even of a very hardened sinner. (Hear, hear.) If any movement can be made for improving the condition of the agricultural labourer, as far as my humble means can go, pecuniarily, I will make any sacrifice; (cheers) and although I cannot talk of turnips and other agricultural produce, I can express my ab- horrence of vice and immorality, and to put that down I care not what pecuniary sacrifice I make (cheers), I have diverged, from the special duty imposed upon me, but I throw myself on your generosity to excuse me, and now I ask you to bark back," and drink, with every feeling of joyful anticipation, with every wish that he may prove a worthy son of a worthy sire, with every hope that he may tread in the steps of his father and grandfather, the health of Viscount Emlyn, the in- coming President. The Chairman then proposed the health of the Secre- tary, Mr David Prosser, a gentleman who worked ex- ceedingly hard for the society, and to whom the cause of agriculture was very deeply indebted. It was not too much to say that were it not for Mr Prosser's ex- ertions the Carmarthen society would not be what it now was-one of the most important associations in the country. (Mr Prosser being very popular, the toast was drunk with tumultuous cheering.) Mr Prosser expressed himself very much gratified at the kind feeling'which had been exhibited towards him, and with respect to any little exertions he might make in the interests of the Carmarthen society, he could only say that he was amply repaid by the increased success which rewarded that Society's efforts year after year. He felt particularly pleased at the show that day, for it was the best that had ever been held ri the district. He hoped they would still go on improving (cheers). The proceedings then terminated.
[No title]
LLANYBRI.—HOLY TRINITY CHuitca.-The annual thanksgiving for the late abundant harvest was held in the above church, on the 17th ult., when a collection was made amounting to Y,2 5s 61 in aid of the Car- marthenshire Infirmary. The service commenced at 10.30 a.m., when prayers were read by the Rev. L. M. Jones, B. D., Vicar of Carmarthen, and a very appro- priate sermon for the occasion was delivered by the Rev. Samuel Jones, Vicar of Llangunnor. LLANELLY.—THE LONDON MISSIONARY SOCIETY.- On Sunday last, sermons were preached at the Park Congregational Church, by the Rev M. A. Hill, a re- turned missionary from Calcutta, and collections were made at the close of each service, in aid of the above society. On the following Monday evening a public meeting was held in the same place, in aid of the same cause. The chair was occupied by the Rev J. H. Lochore the minister of the church, and there was a very fair attendance for a missionary meeting. After the con- gregation had sung a hymn, Mr C. N. Broom engaged in prayer. The chairman then addressed the congre- gation, apologising for the absence of the usual report, which he was sorry for, but circumstances over which they had no control alone prevented their doing what they used to do,-they had been burdened with a heavy debt for the erection of their new church, and they had been without a minister for a long time. However something had been done, an effort had been made in the Sunday School. Addresses were afterwards delivered by the Rev Arthur Ransom, Wesley an minister, and the deputation, who gave some interesting facts about the mission work in India. A collection was then made, and the meeting was concluded by prayer by the chairman. MICHAELMAS FAIR.—This annual fair was held on Wednesday last, and was well supplied with horned cattle, especially cows with calves. There were a few hoises offered for sale. Prices ruled high for both, and a good deal of business was tranacted. The number of people who attended it was not near so large as usual. WRECK.—The heavy storm which prevailed here on Friday and Saturday last caused some damage to the shipping. As a small vessel was going out from here laden with coals, she was stranded off 1embrey and the lives of the crew were endangered, if it had not been for the life-boat which put out from Pembrey on seeing the signs of distress and thus saved them all with the exception of the mate, who had refused to wait, but had ventured out before the boat came up, saying he could swim ashore very well; but unfortunately he found out his misrake when it was too late, the waves were running very high, and he was soon overpowered. The remainder of the cro'v who had clung to the masts, were taken off by the life-boat crew, who are much to be praised for their humane exertions. LOCAL BOARD OF HEALTH ELECTIO,-The annual election of members to 6erve on the Board cf Health took place on Saturday last. The four retiring members were Messrs Charles W. Nevill, Westfa, Rees Harries, grocer, B. Jones, and R. B. Jones, solicitors. The two first were again nominated, but the latter two were not. However there was a warm contest, for the two vacant seats, as there had been seven gentlemen nominated as candidates, viz Mr John Randall, merchant, Simon Samuel, shipowner, David Roes, shipbroker, John Bevan, St. Paul's, David Williams, Greenfield-place, John Hay, land surveyor, and John Francis, Ship-inn, some of whom were very popular, considerable enthusiasm being manifested in securing their return. Rarely have we witnessed such excitement with regard to our local affairs-in tact there has been no real contest here for some years now. The voting papers were collected on Friday, and late Saturday night the state of the poll was declared. They stood as follows Mr C. W. Nevill, 770 Mr Rees Harries, 643 Mr David Williams, 630 Mr Simon Samuel, 470; Mr Randall, 448; Mr David Rees, 221 Mr J. Bevan, 251 Mr John Francis, 146; Mr John Hay, 44. BILLIARD i IIATcli.-On Wednesday last, a billiard match was commenced at the Ship and Castle Hotel, between the marker at that hotel and that of the Thomas Arms Hotel, forE5 aside. It is to be continued at the last-mentioned place on Thursday, 1,000 marks. The game is 500 to be played at each place. A warm contest is expected, and great interest is taken m the game generally by the players. PEDESTRIANISM. -A man named Thompsom per- formed some walking feats here last week. On lues- day he undertook to walk two miles in fifteen minutes. The spot selected was from near the Pottery down to Greenfield Chapel. A large crowd gathered to witness the proceedings, and he succeeded in accomplishing his task within the prescribed time. On the following Thursday evening he undertook to walk seven miles in an hour; but after he had been walking about five or ten minutes, the police interfered and put a stop to the proceedings, as the large crowd stopped the traffic, It was no loss to Thompson for he had taken the 11 at round" before commencing, and had collected a good sum. LLANDILO.- PLOUGHING MATCH.-Mr Thomas; James, of Llwynrhebog, Tailey Boad, has received the Howard's B. wheel plough, that he won at the match last winter. It may be remembered that the agent, Mr Higginson, was about that time in difficulties, but has at last been able to fulfil his promise, and we wish .\jr James success with his prize. SPECIAL SESSIO. Ou Saturday last, before W. Peel Esq., and G. B. Jones, Esq. The jury lists for the several parishes of Llandilofawr, Llandefeisant, Llan- debie Bettws, Llanfihangel-Aberbythich, Llangathen, Llanegwad, Llanfynydd, and Llanfihangel Cilfargen, were duly verified and passed. MICHAELMAS FAIR.—This annual fair was held on Monday last. There was an unusual show of cattle brought to this fair, but the business done was very slack, no demand being made for store cattle the fat cattle sold at a slow rate, at from 64d to 7d per lb; inferior quality, at 5\1 to 5d per lb two-year-old steers and heifers sold at I" -01n C12 to X,15, according to quality. The horse fair was not so "ell attended as on former occasions, but a useful horse realised a good price. The pig fair on Tuesday was very well stocked, and pigs sold at a brisk demand, at from 9s 6d to 10s per Score. SCREVISIXO COURT. On Tuesday last, Mr Henry Allen, the revising barrister, held Ms court at this place About twenty persons were struck off the list for Llanegwad parish, the persons objected to not having appeared to prove signing their new claims. Forty-seven objections were sent in for the parish of Llandilofawr; the overseers having inserted in the column "qualification" the word "ditto," but those objections were withdrawn. trtday last, bef,ore LLANDoVF,RY.-L,kitcE,Ny. -On Friday last, before Edward Jones, Esq., and David Jeremy, Esq. John Harrv and John Williams, engine drivers, and John Evans stoker, all of the Vale of Towy Railway, appeared on bail, charged by Samuel Mitchell, detective officer of the London and North Western Railway, with having a quantity of sponge cloths in their possession, the property of the company. Several witnesses were called for the defence, and proved having made some exchanges one with the other, for the benefit of their employers. The magistrates discharged the prisoners, and said they left the court without the slightest stain on their character. Mr C. Bishop appeared for the prosecution, and Mr J. P. Lewis for the defence.
CARDIGANSHIRE.
CARDIGANSHIRE. CARDIGAN. REVISING COURT.-Oil Friday and Saturday last, T. Allen, Esq., revised the lists of voters for this district, for the county and borough. Mr Morgan, Mr W. P. Evans, Mr J. Smith, and Mr W. W. Smith, solicitors, appeared for the Conservatives and Mr Asa J. Evans, Mr Mitchell, and Mr T. Harries, Llechryd, appeared for the Liberals. It is said that the Liberals had a small majority. PETTY SESSIONS.—These sessions were held at the Council Chamber, on Monday, before R. D. Jenkins, Esq. [mayor] and T. Davies, Esq., Bank House. Stephen Woodward was committed to Haverfordwest gaol, for a month, for not maintaining his illegitimate child.—p.S. N. Davies charged several boys with using a sling and casting stones, which broke several panes of glass in the corn markets. They were discharged, and cautioned by the mayor if they appeared again, they should be severely punished. MARKET [Saturday last].—We have had some heavy rain, which prevailed throughout the day. Prices were as follows Fresh butter, Is 2d to 1 s 3d; cask butter, 18; cheese, 2d to 3d per lb; new wheat, 7s 6d to 8s new barley, 4s to 4s 6d old oats, 2s 8d to 3s 3d per bushel. A VESTRY.—An adjourned vestry meeting was held at the Council Chamber on Tuesday. Present—Mr Lowther, Mr Levi James, Mr 0. P. Davies, and Mr L. Evans, the two overseers of the poor of St. Mary's parish. The list of the poor rate defaulters was ex- amined, and some of the persons who appealed were excused, as they were unable to pay. ST. MARY'S NATIONAL SCHOOLS.—On Wednesday last, the children of these schools were treated with their annual feast. The schoolrooms were tastefully deco- rated for the occasion At 2 p.m. the children formed into a procession, and perambulated the principal streets of the town, headed by the Volunteer drum and fife band, and by the Rev. G. Thomas, the venerable vicar, and Rev J. Rees, B.A., the curate. On their return to the schoolrooms, all the children sat down and partook of the tea and cake, to which ample justice was done. The gentry of the town and neighbourhood deserve much credit for their subscriptions towards this annual treat. TROEDYRAUR.—The usual monthly county petty sessions for the lower hundred of Troedyraur, were held at the Town Hall, on Tuesday last, before J. Vaughan, Esq., Llangoedmore, and J. Griffith, Esq., Treforgan. The water bailiffs produced two illegal nets, which were ordered to be destroyed. No other business was transacted. N E W Q U A Y .—HARVEST HO-IIE. -Thanksgi ving services for the harvest were observed at the parish church of Llanllwchairn, on the 23rd inst. Morning prayers were said by the Rev R. Bowcott, B.D., Vicar of Llanllwni, and an excellent sermon was preached by the Rev H. Morgan, B.D., vicar of Llanddewi Aberarth, from Judges, 14th c., 14th v. Evening prayers were said by tne Rev James Griffiths, B.A., curate of the parish;, and the sermon, which was eloquent and appro- priate, was preached by the Rev John Pugh, Vicar of Llanbadarn-fawr, from St. Matthew, 6th c., 11th v. The congregations were large, and a collection was made after each service, for the Church Building Society. THE SECOND VISIT OF THE LIBERAL CANDIDATE. A most enthusiastic meeting was held at the Towyn Uhapel or. Tuesday evening, in favour of the candida- ture of Mr Richards. The spacious edifice was craram^- In the absence of the usual chairman, D. Evans, Esq., Crondoley, who had an engagement in the same cause in another district, the Rev J. Jones, of the Tabernacle, was voted to the chair. The Rev D. Evaos, Pantycrugiau, Rev W. Evans, Aberayron, Rev E, Jones, Llwyncelyd, Rev D. Evans, Waun- fawr Carnarvonshire, (late of Ffosyffyn) addressed the meeting, and Mr Richards himself spoke at a great length, on his prospects at the coming struggle, -the past, present, and future legislation of England, -thp two great political parties of the state, their pro- fessions, their doings, &c. I RO PETTY SESSIONS. These sessions were held on the 29th ult., at the Talbot Hotel, before J. E Rogers, Esq., and the Rev John Hughes. Mr Szlumpr, Aburystwith, Bridge Surveyor for the county of Cardigan, charged Mr Joseph Jenkins, farmer, of Tretefel, Caronisclawdd, with having on the 18th ult., on the high way. at Trecefel Bridge, Caronisclawdd, laid a certain quantify of gravel and rubbish to the inter- ruption of persons travelling thereon. Mr Szlumper, havinJ stated his case, defendant called Rees Jones, dLt -ict surveyor of highways, who it appears acts under the County Surveyor irt repairing the approaches on the u;,rhway3 which leads to different county bridges within"the district, and it appeared that a project of draining a certain marsh has been entertained, and for rmWat, purpose it was necessary to deepen and widen the llver close to the bridge. The District Surveyor, upon the representation of defendant, allowed a certain quant.íty of t' he .?? taken from the river, to be carted ?'"?d over the highway and bridge. He now '? )? i?'t the quantity of stuS placed on the highway a? dfe greatly exceeded what he desired to be ¥' i there. Defendant also called Mr William Row. ]) farmer, of Ystrad Caron, who in answer to ques- tiom, stated that he had acted as foreman in the work of carting the gravel, and that the marsh in question Was in his occupation. Defendant denied that he was the party who caused the obstruction, and there being no evidence that he was, the case, upon the appli- cation of the complainant, was adjourned till the next Petty Sessions.-Mr Hamer, of Abervstwith, traffic Illanager on the Manchester and Milford Railway, charged Morgan Evans, farmer, with travelling on the above railway, from Llanio, to Strata Florida Station, without paying his fare, thereby defrauding the com- # 'I 'I 1 .1 1- .L 1 pany He, (the defendant, was aiso cnargeCl uy me same complainant, with being drunk on the Company's premises, at Strata Florida Station. Fined 18s, includ- ing costs.—The same complainant charged William 1 n 0' co h h Jones farmer, of Glaenyrafon, Caron, with having on the 18th ult., drove a horse and cart across the line of railway at Tregaron Bog, at the time of the passing of the first down train, thereby endangering the safety of persons travelling thereon. It appeared that the defen- dant at the time referred to, was engaged in filling a cart load of turf close by the railway, the gates of a level crossing being by him carelessly left open. The borse upon the approach of the train, started on to the line and was killed, he (the defendant), narrowly escaping with his life, From certain circumstances, complainant Id not press the charge. Defendant being therefore cautioned by the Bench, was let off on pay- ment of 6s 2d costs. LAJlPETK R.—PETTY SESSIONS.—These sessions were held on the 26th of September, before W. Jones' Esq.. J. B. Harford, Esq., W. Jones, Esq., Llwynygroes, and Thomas J. Hughes, Esq. Mary Jones, Llanuchaf charged David Jones, ot Brynllefrith, both of Llan- wenog, with an assault, on the 2nd September, at Bryn- llefrith. Fined Is 6d and costs.—Evan Davies, of Newcourt, charged James Owens, of the same place with having misapplied the sum of £ 27 3s lad, pro- perty of the Mechanics Friendly Society at that place he being the treasurer of the same. Case adjourne(I.- Mr W. Andrew Stead, station master, charged John Jenkins, of Lampeter, with having interfered with the comfort of the passengers at the Manchester and Mil- ford railway station, Lampeter, on the lltli of Septem- ber. Fined 10s and costs, or in default seven days allowed two days to pay.—Eleanor Davies, Ddoynant, charged Eleanor Williams, of Blaennant, both of Llan- fairclydogau, with an assault, on the 24th September. Fined Is and costs.—Mr William Andrew Stead, station master, charged a youth named James Mc'Glynn with interfering with the comfort of the passengers at the Lampeter railway station, on the 11th September. Fined Is and costs allowed two days to pay. ABERA YRON.-PETTY SESSIONs.-These sessions were held on Friday, the 25th ult., before Capt. Vaughan (chairman), and J. E. Rogers, Esq., Aber- meirig. Benjamin Evans, postmaster, Portland-house, charged Leticia Pierce, 5, Portland-place, with using certain offensive and libellous words towards complain' I ant, calculated to produce and provoke a breach of the peace at Aberayron, on the 17th ult. Bound over with one surety to keep the peace for six months and to pay 4s 6d costs. Paid.—P.S. William Evans charged David Jones, Llain, Dihewyd, with being drunk and incapable at Aberayron, on the 24th ult. Fined 5s and 7s lOd costs. Paid.—Alfred Davies, Alltwen, Cilie Aeron, charged David Williams, tailor, Graig, Cilie Aeron, with an assault at Gr.dg, on the 22nd ult. Committed for seven days, hard labour, in default of paying 6d fine and costs, Paid. -Stiutic-I Jones, inn keeper, Cribin, Llafihangel Ystrad, charged E\'an George Lloyd, rag collector, and William Davies, black- smith, of the same place, with an assault at Cribin, on the 7th ult. Compromised.—The Overseers of Llan- ddewi Aberarth charged Jane Jones, farmer, Coed- gleison, Llanddewi Aberarth, with refusing to pay the sum of 18s poor rates. Compromised.—The same charged David Jenkins, farmer, Esgerarth, Llanddewi Aberarth, with refusing to pay the sum of 3;38 9d. Compromised. — The same charged David Jones, inn-keeper, Alban-square, Aberayron, with refusing to pay the sum of 158 poor rates. Comprom 'sed.-Wa,ter Hickox, supervisor, Aberystwith, charged William Evans, farmer, Pantyroneu, Llanrhysted, and David Evans, farmer, Moelfrynbach, Llanbadarntrefeglws,witb keeping a dog without a license. Fined 25s each. Paid.—James Flanagan, supervisor, Newcastle-Emlyn, charged Enoch Enoch, farmer, Wernnewydd, Llanarth, with keeping a dog without a license. Fined 25s. Paid This was the Special Petty Sessions for revising and allowing the Jury Lists in the Petty Sessional Division, of Aberayron and Lower Liar. THE REGISTRA.TION.-The list of voters for this dis- trict was revised on Monday and Tuesday. Mr Atwoud, and Mr Picton Evans appeared for the Conservatives, and Mr Richards, (the Liberal candidate) and Mr Harries, of Llechryd, for the Liberals. A large number of objections were heard, and parties remain pretty nearly in the same relative positions LIBERAL MEETING.—Mr Richards addressed a crowded meeting in the Methodist chapel, on Monday evening. SUDDEN DEATH.—On Sunday last, lir W. Edwards, the master of the Union Workhouse, died awfully sud- den. He had been ailing for some time, and last Sun- day he was nearly finishing his dinner, when he was seized with a fit of apoplexy, and expired without a sigh, in a moment. Deceased was greatly respected in the town.
PEMBROKESHIRE.
PEMBROKESHIRE. CILGERRAN.—On Saturday last, John Williams, a boy about eleven years old, of Cwnce, near this place, was rowing his mother in a boat across the river Tivy to Plasymoidw, a small house on the river side. During the time his mother was transacting her business iu the house, he stayed in the boat. When she returned, she was greatly alarmed when she found that the boy was not in the boat, and was nowhere to be found. She was afraid that he was drowned, and immediately some men of the -neighbourhood dragged the river, and after a short time found his body. The way in which he fell remains a mystery. FISHGUARD.—IRISH CHURCH.—On Thursday, the 24th ult., the Rev J. Bardoley, of London, delivered a lecture on the above subject, in the Town Hall. The Rev lecturer was accompanied from Haverfordwest by Mr S. Pitman, the candidate for the boroughs, the Rev J. Phillips, the Rev W. Ault, Messrs. Thomas, White, Davies, &c. Notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather, the hall was crammed with a most respectable audience. The Rev W. Rowlands, vicar of Fishguard, presided, and briefly introduced the lecturer, who was received with much applause. For two hours he enter- tained the audience with statistical and historical in- formation respecting the misunderstood and much abused Irish Church." The principal topics of his lecture were—the union of Church and State, tithes, the reported failure of the Irish Church, and the short- comings of the voluntary system. In dealing with each of these, the lecturer evinced great power of reasoning and kindness of disposition. He concluded with an eloquent appeal to all present, whether Churchmen or Dissenters, to combino their efforts for the spiritual good of our country. The ignorance, scepticism, and infidelity, that existed in our land, were subjects that demanded our serious attention, let us not therefore quarrel for each other's earthly goods, but always avile our important mission as our essential duty. Mr Pit- man eulogized the lecturer for the masterly manner in which he dealt with the important subjects of his lecture and he was convinced that all present must have derived great benefit. Mr D. Watkin proposed, and Mr F. A. Nicholas seconded a vote of thanks to the lecturer, to which he briefly replied and said that, should any persons wish to ask him any question in a friendly spirit, he would be most happy to answer them. No one felt inclined to do so, and after a vote of thanks to the chairman, the meeting quietly broke up having been throughout most orderly, attentive, and respect- able. NARBERTH. — MICHAELMAS CATTLE F.AIR. This fair was held on Thursday, September 24th. Although generally this is an important fair, it was not so well supplied with animals as we should have expected. Ofw store cattle there was a fair supply, and a tolerable amount of business was transacted, although prices were not good. The few fat cattle exhibited sold at better prices. There was but a poor and small supply of horses and sheep, the latter selling from 6d to 6d per lb. As is generally the case, the town was full of young people, and the weather being fine, we think there were more present at this fair than have been for several years. PETTY SESSIONS.—On the 24th ult., before J. L. -G. P. Lewis, Esq., R. Buckby Esq., and G. B. Allen, Esq., —Evan Phillips v. Elizabeth Jenkins for holding over house, &c. Ejectment granted. Robert Rarns, Inland Revenue officer, v. David Lewis of Landissilio, John Jenkins, Evan Owen, and John James, Bletherston, for keeping dogs without license. David Lewis was fined 30s, and the three others 2os. each Their worships trust this would be warning to others as the full penalty would be enforced for the future. TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT.—On Tuesday, the 22nd ult. Mr J. Eddy, the agent of the West of England and South Wales Temperance League, delivered a lecture in this town, at the British Schoolroom, in aid of the temperance cause. It consisted of illustrations, prov- ing that God made the universe a teetotal world, and also proofs from scripture, showing that total abstinence was approved and sanctioned by God, and practised to a great extent among the ancients. The matter was well chosen, and was delivered in a forcible and humorous manner, peculiar to Mr Eddy. It was listened to with marked attention, and appeared to have a beneficial effect on those present. The audience was large, consisting chiefly of young people. Dr Evans occupied the chair, and spoke warmly in support of the temperance cause. The usual votes of thanks closed the meeting. As the audience was leaving, the drum and fife band struck up some lively airs. The following evening Mr Eddy delivered a lecture at Templeton, where we believe he was as warmly received as in Narberth, and judging from the reception he has met with, teetotalism is making good progress in this neighbourhood. HAVERFORDWEST.—EOOSE PETTY SESSIOxs.-On Saturday, before A. B. Starbuck, Esq., the Rev Peter Phelps, J. P. Jones, Esq., and the Rev James Philipps. John Howells, James Pugh, John White, and David Tudor, were charged with being drunk. It appeared that on Sunday, the 12th ult., the defendants went to a public house, and that James Pugh and John White (who did not appear), were drunk and abusive; that Howells assisted to get his drunken companions away, that David Tudor, who had been drinking, was not drunk or abusive. Pugh and White were fined 5s each; the others were discharged.—John Harries was charged with allowing pigs to stray on the highway. The defendant was fined one penny for each pig, with the costs. The Rev James Philipps wished to know if the defendant had been warned, and remarked that he thought in such cases the owners of the pigs ought to be spoken to, and not summoned for a first offence,- Thomas Harries was charged with allowing two horses and a colt to stray on the highway. Mr J. C. James called witnesses to prove that defendant was taking the animals to water, when Eiizabeth James, residing at Pelcomb Bridge, Turnpike gate, called to him that he got off the mare, and went back to take an order and money for culm; that duriug his temporary absence the policeman saw the horses on the road by themselves. Case dismissed — Thomas Nicholas, of Priscelly, v. John Harries, jun. Mr. Wm. M. Davies appeared for the complainant, and Mr. Wm. John for the defendant. This case which was much protracted by the evidence being given in Welsh, was a charge made by the complainant, that on fair day, being on his way home, the defendants said he was too great a blackguard to be on the same road with them. They savagely assaulted him by knocking him down and beating him with their sticks, and that he had given them no provocation. For the defence it was shewn that complainant had brought the punishment on himself, by striking the horse ridden by the younger defendant, and annoying the elder defendant by riding through a drove of cattle. Fined 5s. each with full costs.—John Evans v. Mary Webb, whom he charged with calling him a drunken black- guard.—Dismissed.—John Lloyd v. Edwin Luke, for leaving bis work, he being an apprentice. Defendant promised to return to his master, and pay the expenses. PEMBROKE BOROUGH PETTY SESSIONS. On Saturday, before N. A. Roch, Esq., W. Hulm, Esq., H. Leach, Esq., T. Mansel, Esq S. P. Williams, Esq., and the Rev. R. J. H. Thomas. Robert Moore, of King William-street, Pembroke-Dock, was charged by Robert Barnes, supervisor of Inland Revenue, with keeping a dog without a license. Fined in the miti- gated penalty of £ 1 5s.—Alexander Jermin, of Kings- wood, Pembroke, was charged with a similar offence. Fined in the mitigated penalty of X I 5s. Paid. COUNTY SPECIAL PETTY SESSIONS. On Saturday, before the same justices, George Kenniford, of Coshes- ton Point, was charged by Mr James W. Teasdale, of Poyeston Farm, parish of Carew, with assaulting and illusing one Ann Bowen, complainant's servant, on the 22nd of September. Committed, without the option of a fine, for two calendar months with hard labour, and to pay 13s 6d, in default a further imprisonment of ten days. PEMBROKE-DOOK. -ARTILLERY VOLUNTEERS.— On Saturday evening the annual inspection of this corps was held at the Western Battery, under the com- mand of Lieut. J. Richardson and Lieut. C. Chrysty, when about 80 men were present. The inspecting officer was Col. A. F. Lennox, commandant of artillery tor the South Wales district, who was accompanied by his aide-de-camp, Capt G. Montgomery, C B., R A. The men were put through the manual and platoon drill, which was well performed they afterwards Went through the heavy ordnance drill and target practice, all of which was performed exceedingly well. Col Lennox said he was much pleased with the cleanly appearance of the men, and their appoint- ments; they looked smart, and had a soldierly appear- ance. He was very well pleased with the whole of the drilling he had seen them do, which was highly satis- factory in every respect, and he should have much pleasure in reporting favourably of the corps. The corps was then marched through the town, headed by their drum and fife band, to the Victoria Hotel, where an excellent dinner was served up by the worthy hostess, Alrs Jenkins, when upwards of 100 persons sat down, including guests who had been specially invited. The chair was occupied by Lieut. Richardson, his vis-a-vis being Lieut. Chrvsty, and Dr H. Reynolds, the surgeon of the corps. Amongst the guests present were Mr W. Glanville, merchant; Mr John Thomas, wine merchant; Mr James Pogue and Mr D. Wilde, Royal Artillery, Mr Joseph Tucker, and several gentlemen belonging to the Navy. The usual loyal and other toasts were duly honoured. The health of Lieutenant Richardson was proposed by Dr. Reynolds and was received with enthusiastic cheering. Lieut. Richardson responded in an able manner, thanking them for the honour they had done him. Several ex- cellent speeches were made and songs sung. The Chairman presented, on behalf of the corps, Sergeant James Truscott, hon. secretary of the corps, with a very massive and handsome gold albert chain, in apprecia- tion of the services Mr Truscott had rendered towards the corps in obtaining money for the prize shooting, and for his general assistance in making the corps effec- tive. Mr Truscott thanked Lieutenant Richardson and the other members of the corps for the very high opin- ion they had formed of him he had always endeavoured to do his duty to the best of his ability. (Hear, hear.) He had only done his duty, and certainly did not expect to be presented with such a valuable testimonial in appreciation of his humble services. However, he begged to thank them most sincerely for the very high honour they had done him, and he coutcf assure them he should be proud to wear that handsome chain as a momento of that occasion, and of the old associations connected therewith. The meeting separated after eleven o'clock. On Sunday her Majesty's steamer Lightning arrived here from the Orkney Isles and Scotland, where she has been engaged for some time past on special service. She encountered very severe weather in the channel, and had to put into Holyhead. On Monday her Ma- jesty's ship Fox left here for the eastward. BLETHERSTON. HARVEST THANSGIVING SEB- VICE.-On the afternoon of the 23rd ult., the inhabi- tants of this place assembled at the venerable parish Church to express their gratitude to the Father of all mercies for the abundant harvest of the present year. The prayers were said by the Rev. David Thomas, curate, and appropriate sermons were preached by the Rev. Daniel Jones, curate of St. John's, Brecon, in Welsh. The musical part of the service was admirably rendered by the Llawhaden choir, conducted by the Misses Jones, of the Llawhaden Vicarage. It was ex- ceedingly pleasing to see so many of the farmers pre- sent, together with their workmen. The congregation seemed to enjoy the service immensely, and especially the beautiful anthem, which was most creditably sung. A collection amounting to £ 1 2s 3d was made at the conclusion of the service in behalf of the Pembrokeshire Infirmary.
THE PREACHERS.
THE PREACHERS. TO THE EDITOR OF THE "WELSHMAN." SIR,-The preachers of all brood, that is to say, of the Anabaptist, Independent, Methodist, Ranter, Armenian, Socinian, Papist, Mormon, Fenian, Chartist) Infidel, Levellers, &c., &c., have, for the time, suspended their hostility to each other, and have formed themselves into a brass band for the Radical candidates they have but one grand idea, the subversion of the church, and division of the spoil. They are known by their boldness and their ignorance, and our friends of the other side are welcome to their service. But I could not less than be struck at the similarity of disposition of the preachers under Cromwell, and those under Gladstone. According to Clarendon, in his History of the Rebellion," the preachers, and the stump lecturers, as they were known to everybody, were the principal in- struments in first exciting, and then in carrying on the Rebellion thev instigated the rabble alternatively with the hope of plunder and threats of damnation in the track of the army, these merciless zealots and fire barrels were found flocked as so many vultures ready to feed upon the carcase of the sequestered livings. (See Clonerd on preface.) The type genus has not improved much since the days of Oliver Cromwell. One of these mud orators, in his holding forth last week, said that the prophets, the apostles, and Jesus Christ himself, were Liberals and that the devil, Cain, Cora, Ahstophet, Judas, &c., were all Tories, and be finished his peroration by consigning them all to the bottomless pit. The Dissenting ministars have been much pampered of late by the higher classes, and their present crusade against the church, and against order in general, may serve to open their eyes. Yours, &c., A METHODIST OF THE OLD STAMP. 1.11
CHURCH AND STATE.
CHURCH AND STATE. TO THE EDITOR OF THE "WELSHMAN." SIR,—The subject of Church and State has been so much vexed and is so exhausted, that, in the absence of any fresh arguments, it is very necessary to make the best use of old ones, by continually bringing them before the public mind, as in different times and under circumstances old things" often seem new." It is a deplorable fact that there are some among Dissenters in Cardiganshire who positively do not know what it is to have a State Church, and are ignorant that it is syno- nymous, in an eminent degree, with religious freedom and progress and national prosperity. They are told by their teachers and their "leaders" that an established Church is simply a State-trick contrived for political ends-which they too readily receive without examining, until it necessarily grows into a part of their creed. To them I beg to be allowed to say a word. To me it seems undeniable that a State must govern religiously to govern best. It must act godly or as God would have it act—according to the principles of justice and mercy, not according to unrighteousness and tyranny—to be prosperous and successful in its govern- ment. Its laws and enactments must not clash with the true interests of the nation, but on the contrary, they should be coincident with and favourable to what ought to be the end of all earthly governments, to wit- the raising a superior order of men as subjects meet for God's kingdom. Now this can be done only by associat- ing religion with gove-rnment; but it must be the reli- gion of Christ as revealed, yes more, by associating the form of the Christian religion considered to be best. This combination of religious with political principles improves the power of State by softening measures and "sanctifying laws to holy ends," while it diffuses a mighty influence through the executive as well as the legislative department of a government. This new element introduces fresh elements into the rulers of a country-elements of truth and justice-and gives godly and unselfish motives for ruling, because it serves as & monitory adjunct to remind them that they are rulera under a Ruler, that they are men acting in the sight of God-and the remembrance of this makes them enter- tain lofty and worthy notions of their functions. Surely this is the best kind of rule. But a greater reason for this unison of religion with government is that govern- ments have most active religious duties towards their subjects. A nation can demand a code of morality, and a system of faith and worship, with much the same right as was asked of old, Give us a King to rule over us," while the State has no right to refuse the demand. The State is responsible for the moral condition of the nation. The duties of a govenmert toward its subiects may worthily be considered not unlike the obligations of a father to his children-to take charge of their morals, and to cast an eye upon the instructors in those morals. No circumstances, nor any consideration what. ever can render a state free from this duty. However* the greatest reason of all for this union is the solemn and "active duties" a state has towards religion." The form of the Christian religion it considers to be purest and best the State is bound to uphold and pro- mote. If this was not so the most skilful organisation and not the purest form of religion would prevail. But some one will say-" A sect ought to stand by and be encouraged on account of the deserts of its religion with whom I shall heartily agree by replying, The Protestant religion has deserved this patronage on the part of the State, and still deserves its support It won the favour of our Government entirely by its own merits, and I truly believe, by the will of the Almighty God." I shall conclude with these noble words, II England is « Protestant state, and she ought therefore to uphold the Protestant religion. I trust this Church will never be oveithrown by a House of Commons. It cannot be de- stroyed except by the vote of a recreant state and six apostate nation." Thanking you very much for space, I am, Sir, Your obedient servant, SDMUND PRYSE MORGAN. (Of St. Dnid's College.) fcland Place, Aberayron, September 28th, 1868.
ICARMARTHEN BOARD OF GUARDIANS.
right through the house, so as to find out what altera- tions can be made. Mr Hllghes-I should not pledge this Board to agree to everything I might say, however absurd, but I think you should place a general conudence in the committee and agree to any reasonable recommendation they mi?ht make (hear, hear). I do not think a committee could do a thing of this sort without having the assistance ot an experienced man, say a builder or an architect, I should prefer to give an architect a guinea or two guineas to go round the house with the committee. Mr Evans, Llanlltwddog-Tiiere is no need of that expense. Mr Hughes-Well, I can say that I don't know how to make arrangements of this kind. I can tell you what room a certain number of sick people ought to have, but I should not know where to put a door, for in- stance. Mr Evans-You must make a hole in the wall. (Laughter). Mr Hughes-Yes, but an ignorant man in making a hole in the wall might put you to lots of expense (hear, hear). Tho Chairman -A good practical mechanic would do very well. The motion was then agreed to, the name of Mr Morris, St. Ishmael's, being added to the committee. The Chairman-In the next place Mr Graves recom- mends that a bell be placed in the tramp ward. That has been disposed of, the guardians not considering a bell necessary.. Mr Hügbes-Suppose a man were to die during the night and the coroner were to hold an inquest, the evi- dence showing that the man sought for assistance in the night but could not make the officers hear. The guar- dians in that way might get into trouble. It was explained that the tramp ward was so near the Porter's lodge that there was no difficulty in making him bear any hour. Besides, it was feared that the tramps would make an improper use of the bell. At the request of Dr Lloyd, two baths were ordered to be pro- cured, one for the mile and one for the female ward. The Master said that tin wash basins had been pro- cured. With regard to a kitchen range, Mr Graves had made a mistake in saying that the range is too small, inasmuch as there is no range here, and it was consi- dered that a range is not necessary. With regard to a new dietary table, Mr Lloyd undertook to prepare one by the next meeting. ASPHALTING THE YARDS. 'u -1 -1 Mr Mostyn Daviea—There is a very prevalent saying out of doors that I shonld not pass this motion, because the country guardians are opposed to anything brought forward by the town guardians. (Loud hisses, and cries of "No no.") I only tell you what they say out of doors. [Mr Evans, Llanllawddog Of course. (Laughter).] That is not my opinion. I have found the country guardians entertain each motion upon its merits, having consideration only to the welfare of the paupers, and the due interest of the ratepayers Now, this motion having been before the Board a month since you may think it a rather ill time to-day to bring it on again. [Mr Evans: Very likely. (Laughter).J I don't think it was brought on properly on the last occasion. It came before the Board suddenly, without any estimate of cost, and without anything in the way of information to the Board. [Mr Evans: Just so. (Laughter).] Don't interrupt, if you please. We see that Mr Graves recommends that the yards be asphalted, and that is a very strong argument in its favour. [Mr Evans Yes, yes. (Laughter).] Don t disturb me. If you were speaking, I would listen to you. (Hear, hear.) Don't be childish, if you are foolish. (Roars of laughter.) [Mr Hughes Take the hammer, Mr Chairman, and insist upon silence. (Laughter)]. I have seen Mr Wade, and he says that it fill cost about £8. [Mr Evans Indeed. (Renewed laughter).] That is for asphalting the two yards. All the doors, you should remember, open into those enclosed yards, and they are the only walking ground for the oldest and most enfeebled of the inmates (hear, hear). Those yards are very rough, the roughest places I know, and by putting asphalte there you would make the very best floor [A laugh]. Mr Evans may laugh, but he should consider that many of the poor inmates are sickly and feeble and that in consequence of the height of the building the influence of the sun is kept away from these yards, so that after a shower of rain the ground does not dry for many days. In fact they always smell damp except during a very dry summer such as this has been. Now, asphalte absorbs little or no water, which runs off it as it does from a duck's back-[Iaughterl- and in a few minutes after a heavv shower everything is dry again, I think asphalte would prove of great bene- fIt to the health of the inmates. There is a large space to the south of the building upon which the sun never shines, and even after the long dry weather that we have had, you will find that there is now a kind of damp, musty, green mildew over the stones. The medi- cal gentlemen will tell you that these things pro- duce ill-health, and everything that produces ill- health must be against us, because it brings fancy dietary and doctor's medicines (hear, hear) I also advocate the asphalting of these yards on the score of humanity, because by keeping the yards dry we shall make the old people healthy and comfortable, at the same time that we save expense (hear, hear.) I will tell you one fching that may assist in making you favourable to this proposal, perhaps. Some few years since I first drew the attention of the Carmarthen Town Council to this article as a cheap and good article for covering our causeways. After some discussion and hesitation I suc- ceeded in getting it tried in some of the streets and what has been the result, P I have had the satisfaction of seeing it used very extensively throughout the town (hear, hear). It has very materially improved the town in appearance and in every way. It has improved it in cleanliness, and consequently the health of the town has been improved (h.>ar, hear). Carmarthen is now, through the use of this article, one of the cleanest and healthiest towns in the kingdom (hear, hear). I should like to see this House improved by using this article for the yards.. The Chairman -It is proposed to put the asphalto over the pitching. Mr DLtvies-Y,,s you were told this day month that,, the pitching was to be removed. That was a mistake, for the pitching will make the very best foundation for asphalte. Mr Hugbps-How about the levels ? Mr Davies-The yards are not very uneven, but are covered with large stones, and art. consequently very rough. It will cost fourpence per yard, I am told, I did not think it would cost so much, out I have Air "W ade's figures here. Mr Hughes-It will cost nearer three shillings per yard. Mr Davies-l cau only say that Mr Wade lias told me it will cost fourpence per yard. Mr Adams-The Committee had better coiasider this along with the other matters. This was agreed to. The Master reported that there were 101 paupers 11 the "Workhouse at the commencement of the first week of the past fortnight; admitted liming the week 9, dis- charged 3, and 1 died leaving at the end of the week 106, as compared with 85 in the corresponding week of last year. There were six admitted during the second week, and 3 discharged leaving 109 at the end of the fortnight, as compared with 83 at the end of the cor- responding fortnight last year. The following entries appeared in the Chaplain's Report Book" September 18. Divine service was held here last Sunday afternoon, as usual, by the under- signed, who visited the wards this day, and found no reason to vary or differ from previous reports, as regards the cleanliness and orderliness of adults and children.— DAVID CHAIZLI,:S.l' Septeinber 25. I conducted reli- gious service here on last Sabbath at 3.30. The atten- dance and attentiveness of the inmates were very satis- factory. Visited the House to-day, and found every- thing clean and in good order.— W. THOMAS."