The Welshman

CARMARTHENSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL. Quarterly Meeting. A quarterly meeting of the Carmarthenshire County Council wis held on Wednesday, at the Town Hall, Lltndilo, when there were present—Alderman Gwilym Evans. chairman; Mr C E Morris, Penbryn, vice- chairman Lieutenant-General Sir James Hills-Johnes, V.C..G.K C.B., Dolaucothi;Mr Gwynne Hughes,Tregib; Mr W P Jeffreys, Cynghordy Sir James Drummond, Bart., Edwinsford; Mr T Morris, Coomb; Mr D Evans, Llangennech Park: Mr W 0 Brigstocke, Parkygorse; Mr Stephens, Arlais: Mr T Jenkins, Carmarthen Mr H Cadle, miyor of Carmarthen Mr Thomas, Llanegwad Mr Bonville, Llanelly; Mr D C Parry, Llanelly; Mr Thomas, Penlan, Carmarthen Mr Jones, Derlwyn; Mr H Jones Davies, B'emenda; Mr Richards, Ammanford; Mr Marsh, Penybedd; Mr Davies, Cenarth the Rev P Phillips, Llanelly the Rev T Jones, Capel Als; Mr W R Edwards, Carmar- then; Mr J Lloyd, Penybank; Mr Jones, Canton, Llandilo; Mr James, Llanybyther; Mr Mayberry, Llanelly; Rev T Evans, Henllys; Mr Jones, Ystrad, Llandovery; Mr J Joseph, Llangennech Mr Herbert, Abermarlais; Mr Johns, Llanelly; Dr J A Jones, Llanelly; Mr Wilkins, Llanelly; Mr Bevan. Llan- sadurnen Mr W J Wilson, The Dell, Llanelly j Mr Williams, Ammanford; Mr Jones, Felinfoel; Mr W N Jones, Tirydail; and Dr Howell Rees, Tyrbach. The minutes of the last meeting were confirmed. The Chairman said he had received a letter from Mr J S Tregoning, the chairman of the Finance Committee, who was unable to attend. It was an important letter. The letter commence 1 by apologising for absence, and then went on to say that the accounts for the year ending 31st March, 1893, have been duly audited by Mr Hunton on behalf of the Local Government Board, and I have myself audited the treaburer's account for the quarter ending 30th June. Mr Hunton's report is more satisfactory than any we have hitherto had from him, and, on the whole, I think, we may now con- gratulate ourselves on having the finance of the county in a fair condition. The payments from the Treasury for the year ending 31st March, 1693, show a large fallinsr off as compared with the previous year, without taking into account the money applied to Intermediate Edocation. The exchequer contributions for the four years during which the council has existed, stand thus 1889-90, C17 1 q99 10s 9d; 1890-91, £ 17.929 2s 9d; 1891-92, £ 19,148 Os 8d 1892-93, £ 18,288 Is 8d. It will be for them to consider whether any communication should be made to the Treasury on the subject. The money applied to Intermediate Education is also rather less than hitherto, and a payment of jE3,680 received last year from the Treasury on the 4th July had not reacned the bank at Carmarthen on the 9th inst., when I inquired about it. I hope the instalment may be there by this time. [Treasurer—It bas not arrived.] I observe Mr Brigstocke has given notice of a resolution to amend the rate for the current year; the resolution should be mado qoite clear if passed. The notice is silent as to what half-penny is intended, but I assume he means the sum for Technical Instruction, to be levied and paid on or before the 13th March, 1894. I regret the necessity for dealing with the technical instruction rate, because I hope when your intermediate schools are established that you will be able to apply with advantage to the county any accumulation of money which may be at the disposal of the Technical Educa- tion Committee. A communication was read from the Bedford County Council stating that it was unjust that the cost of main- taining footpaths should be put on the county rates. Nothing was done in the matter. A letter was read from the Clerk of the Denbighshire County Council asking the council, to adopt a resolution passed by his council rejoicing on the introduction into Parliament of the Suspensory Bill. The Chairman said a resolution to that effect had been carried by the council. The Clerk read a resolution from the Chester County Council to the Local Government Board praying for power to compel smaller or local authorities to carry out the requirements of the Public Health Act. The Chairman said he should like very much to see the resolution adopted by the Local Government Board, and he should be glad if some member would give notice to bririg the matter forward at the next meeting. Nothing was done in the matter. A letter was read from the Local Government Board asking how it was that no samples of food had been sent away for irspection. Impector Philipps said that he did not think that it was neccessary to send away any, as all appeared to be Kood. The letter was handed to the chief-constable for his consideration. The Chairman called the attention of the council to a case of swine fever that had existed at Llandovery. The Clerk then read a letter from Mi Asbton, butcher, Globe House, Llandovery, in which he stated that on the 31st May last he noticed that two of his pigs were not well, so he sent for a policeman, who came, and after seeing the pigs said he would send for the Veteri^ry j Inspector. The inspector did not come until he following Wednesday, and the pig died. After keeping [ it a day he burried it, and then the other pig died and he buried that also. The pig had been eshumed, and on examination was found to have died from swine fever. He thought he was entitled to compensation. The Chairman and other members could not under- stand bow it was that the inspector had not gone up before the Wednesday. Inspector J F Rees said that he received a telegram from Superintendent Philipps about 5 o'clock on the Tuesday afternoon, and also a telegram from the clerk. It was too late to go up then, so he went first train in the morning. He had the pigs exhumed, and on examining them found they died from swine fever. As regards the delay from Saturday until the Tues- day it could not be accounted for. The Clerk said Ashton had given the proper notice to the police. On the motion of the Rev T Evans, Henllys, seconded by Mr Jenkins, Carmarthen, it was decided to allow compensation, and the sum was fixed at L2. On the motion of Mr W P Jeffreys, the report of the 'Finance Committee was unanimoosly adopted. In the passing of bills and salaries, a bill was read from Mr Buckley Roderick, coroner, for expenses amounting to £ 55 17s. Those expenses were chiefly incurred by the inquest held into the Burry Port brawn case. There was an item of £ 10 10s from a professional man for exam- ination, and the council refused to pay it, giving him only his legal fee. | A bill was presented from the University College, Aberystwith, for lessons given in agriculture, the dairy school, etc. The council ordered the bill to be sent back for the detail particulars. Sir James Hills-Johnes presented the report of the committee appointed to inquire into the pollution of the river near Pontaldulais y the tin-plate works there. In doing so, he said the question bad been a IonIC time before them. He did not know that the pollution affected the council as regards sanitation. The death of two or three heads of cattle had said to be due to the pollution at that place. The question was whether the loss would justify them taking proceedings. Law was very expensive, and it was doubtful whether they would win their case. The only question they had at. the joint committee meeting of the Glamorganshire and Carmar- thenshire County Councils was whether the death of the cattle was due to the pollution. He did not think with the present facts before them that it would be advisable to take legal proceedings to prevent the pollution. He thought the tenant farmers might come to some terms with their landlord about compensation. He moved the adoption of the report, and Dr Hcwell Rees seconded. Mr Wilson objected to that. He thought that the tin-works people should not be allowed to pollute the eiver. Mr Maybery, Llanelly, said that the acid could be easily prevented from going to the water. It might be put to some other use at very little cost. Mr W R Edwards was of the same opinion, and eventually it was decided that the committee should consult with the Glamorganshire County Council Com- mittee, and enquire further into the matter, and report to the council. Reports of the various inspectors of weights and measures were read, and the inspectors were instructed to take proceedings against all persons and companies whose scales and weights were defective. Mr W 0 Brigstocke brought forward a motion relevant to the establishing of a central county coudcil office at Carmarthen. It was proposed to raise the salary of the Treasurer, and he would, when the offices and strong rooms for the keep of documents were built, appoint an efficient clerk to attend to the duties. A central office was great;y needed, as the clerk lived at Llandovery, the treasurer at Talley, and the surveyors in their respective districts. The question as to the clerk appointing a deputy would come on again. It was proposed to give the treasurer a salary f Y,250 per annum. The report containing the resolution was adopted. The seal of the council was ordered to be affixed to the agreements referring the question of Llundil0 and Kidwelly roads to arbitration. For the pnst of veterinary inspector for the eastern division of the county at a salary of X40, applications were received from Mr Morgan, Carmarthen; Mr W Willism8, Llandilo Mr Hill, Iianelly and Mr Phillips, Nantgaredig. The council went to vote on the names of Hill and Williams, and each received IS votes. The Chairman gave his casting vote in favour of Hill, who oannot speak Welsh, and he was declared eleeted. Mr J F Rees, Carmarthen, and Mr Charles Morgan. Carmarthen, were the only applicants for the post of veterinary inspector for the western division. Rees obtained 22 votes and Morgan 9, and the latter was declared elected. It was decided to advertise in the three papers of Carmarthen, and in the three papers of Llanelly alter- nately. Mr W N Jones remarked he was going to propose the Amman Valley Gazette (laughter). The council, on the application of the Rev Mr Jones, Capel Als, decided to give its support to the mevement now on foot for holding the National Eisteddfod of 1895 at Llanelly, and the chairman and vice-chairman were appointed as a deputation to the Gorsedd at Pontypridd. With reference to re-arranging the polling stations, Mr Herbert, Mr Joseph, and Mr Bevan were added to the committee for that purpose. Mr C E Morris brought forward his motion of which he had given notice That on consideration of a resolution recently passed by the Newport Chamber of Commerce, in favour of an endeavour to obtain increased railway facilities for South Wales, this cooncil desires to express its entire approval of the proposal of the said chamber to invite the Midland Railway Company to ex- tend their line through South Wales from London, and in view of the depressed condition of agricultural and other interests and the heavy rates charged for freightage by railway companies at present connected with the district, hereby expresses its cordial sympathy with the movement so initiated, and pledges itself to make every legitimate effort in support of the same." He observed in doing so that the railway companies in Wales had had a monopoly for something like 40 years, and they had reaped the benefit of that monopoly. The railway at Carmarthen wanted a great deal of alteration. After passing Cardiff, the railway people seemed to think that the other part of Wales was very insignificant. Milford with its splendid advantages had not had fair play with the railway companies. They heard a lot about that very fast train that was to be run from Mil- ford to London some time back, but really it did not go much quicker than the ordinary train. Then again they travelled so very slow. In the winter they went at such a slow pace that he thought he was going to be shunted on some siding and left there permanently. He often wondered if he should get home at all. They had re- duced the third class fare on the line as far as Neath, and ignored the other part altogether. They wanted com- petition, and that would do the farmer, manufacturer, and indeed everybody a great deal of good. He would like to see the Midland Railway extending itself into that part of the country, and they should do their best to get it. The chairman, vice-chairman, ex-chairman (Mr Brigstocke), Mr T Jenkins, Carmarthen, and Mr Stephens, Arlais, were appointed as representatives at the conference now being organised by the Newport Chamber of Commerce in connection therewith. The motion of Mr W 0 Brigstocke, on the chairman having stated that he expected to lay before the council at the next meeting the scheme for Intermediate Education, was postponed until the next meeting. It read as follows: That, having regard to the great agricultural. depression throughout the county, the resolution come to on the 26th of April last, directing a M rate to be levied, be rescinded, and for this purpose Standing Order No 5 be suspended, the matter being of a most urgent character." Other business of little public interest was trans- acted, and the council rose at 20 minutes to 5 p.m. [This report has been considerably condensed through want of space.-ED,]

CARMARTHEN TOWN NOTES. At a meeting of the St David's Sunday School teachers, held last Saturday, it was decided to have a treat for the Sunday School scholars alone. It will be held on Tuesday next, the place selected being Llan- stephan. • There were two persons who failed to put in an appearance last Saturday night. One was the lamp- lighter and the other was the man in the moon. Can the pair have been out larking together? w The Rev Featherstone Kellett, who preached at the English Wesleyan Chapel last Sunday, has a son a professor in a collage at Madras, who first acted as tutor at one of the home institutions, and also in the capacity of a circuit minister. At the annual meeting of the directors of the Carmarthen Permanent Boilding Society, on Tuesday evening, Mr T Mills, of the Lower Brickyard, was unanimously elected chairman in succession to Mr Daniel Lewis, King-street, who has, to the regret of the Society, resigned that position. The public are not doing their best to aid the United Choir in their preparations to bring Carmarthen honour at the National Eisteddfod, the gathering at last Tuesday night's concert being anything but encourag- ing. Mr S Webber, Francis-terraee, has given notice of his intention to resign the office of permanent way inspector between Carmarthen and Llaodyssul. He has held the post with great credit to himself for many years, and his face, so familiar to many, will be greatly missed along the line. Mr Webber has been forty-two years in the service of the G.W.R. Company. Some one suggests that the reason why Carmarthen was enveloped in almost Egyptian darkness last Satur- day night was because the man in the moon is a thorough Cymro, and having heard of the Welsh victory at Bisley, be got on the spree and so forgot to light up the parish lantern." There is apparently room for a few Temp6rance Reformers in lunar circles. Some of our Carmarthen housewives who hold that "Cleanliness is next to godliness" have a grievance. Last Saturday night, when the time came for cleaning operations outside their dwellings, such as sweeping and washing the flags, they were greatly inconvenienced by the absence of light, and they want to know who is to blame, the Gas Company, the Corporation, the lamp- lighter, the almanac, or Luna's anti-Sabbatarian lodger. It was only to be expected that the victory of Ser- geant Davies should turn our heads a little and lead to the perpetration of some nonsense both in prose and verse. The poet in the Mail, however, who declares that now the Thistle must droop its head, the Shamrock fade and die, the Rose lose all its bloom and soforth, outdoes all his competitors. He would, doubtless, per- suade ns that he eats leeks in preference to thistles, but we know better. Fate, though sometimes hard, is now and then kind to us beyond our dearest hopes. Major Bythway's ambition was to see one of his men bring home the Queen's prize to Llanelly, and then he would die happily. The prize has come, but the major has considerable life in him yet. In fact, he may live to see a Penyfai horse winning the Derby, or Mr Tom Hughes going in as our borough member-after Maior Jones shall have been made Poet Laureate. A town correspondent calls attention to the advertis. ing of a school treat through the streets on Saturday last, and wants to point out that the Baptists have taken the lead of other denominations in employing the donkey as an advertising agent. Our friend, who, by the way, has been thoroughly immersed himself, appears to throw this out as an unpleasant insinuation, but he tather misses the mark. It does not follow that all who make use of donkeys are donkeys themselves. Our conclusion would be rather the other way. The Rev R H Roberts, B.A., who has succeeded Dr Angus as principal of Regent's Park Baptist College, London, is a native of Carmarthen. He is a brother of the well-known London physician, and was president in 1892 of the English Baptist Union. Until recently Mr Roberts' parents lived at Picton-terrace, Carmar- then. < By some of the expert witnesses at the Asylum Rating Appeal last week, the name of Rhydygorse was pronounced Ruddigore." Seeing that the failure of Messrs Gilbert and Sullivan's opera Ruddigore was by some attributed to the gruesomeness of the name, we would suggest that the unfortunate production be revived under the less sanguinary title of Rhydy- gorse. At the Tinworks the other day, an official asked a workman to bring him the shipping book. "The what ? asked the man, and the words shipping book," had to be repeated three or four times before he quickly disappeared with a "Yes, yes," and at once returned with a sweeping brush. The official picked up the weapon, and it is said that if the workman had not vanished rapidly there would have been another strike at the Tinworks. A certain gentleman in Carmarthen has suffered untold torture through musical neighbours. The house next to his was taken by a couple with a large family of small children. The eldest little girl commenced practising the Maiden's Prayer," on the day of their arrival, and for about six months the prayer was prayed incessantly with short intervals for meals and sleep. Our friend wants to know whether it takes six months for a maiden to get her prayer answered We reply, Not always'; but perhaps his prayers were of such a kind as to counteract those of the little maiden. A barber in this town was rather mystified the other day when a youngster of seven or eight walked into his establishment exclaiming, Uncle sent me, please, to break my hair, and he will call to pay again." This beats the country girl who asked the travelling photo- grapher at Carmarthen fair, Can you drag my shape ? Two strangers were the other day standing on the Parade deploring the damage which had been done to the bark of a tree near by. What kind of tree is it ? said one, "I think it must be a belm.' "It looks to me more like a 'hoak, said the other. No," said the first, I expect it's a happen.' Or would it be a I hash F was the rejoinder, Do you know, sir," turning to a well-known St Peter's cian who was standing close by. I really haven't the slightest idea," replied that irreprest-ible wag, You had better pick some of the leaves and take them to Mr and he will tell you whether the tree is a helm,' a haspen,' a boslc,' or a hash On Monday, 31st inst, the s.s. Privateer will run a trip from Carmarthen to Ilfracombe and back. • It has been proposed by one of the town councillors that a certain malodorous article of street improvement, which after a course of continual rerno-al has been at la-3t stowed away in the Corporation yard to await further events, should be sent to Llanwrtyd Welis, where he observed a great want of the appliances of higher civilisation. The popular Methodist minister (Rev F Kellett), who gave our Wesleyan friends such a treat last Sunday, in his two delightful sermons, one (morning) on John 21, 17th verse, and the other (eveoing), Galatians 6, 4th and 5th verses, may be said to have been a born preacher, his father having been a much-appreciated local for the greater pa,t of his life, in fact, almost up to the time of his death, which took place in his nonagenarian days. Next Sunday the Rev C L Ohristien, of Leeds, will be the preacher. In this way Carmarthen, though some distance from Cardiff, is sharing in the benefits of the Methodist Conference now being held at the latter town. The Town Hall being too small to accommodate the large number of people desiroos of hearing the United Choir last Sunday night, the committee have secured the beautiful aod commodious schoolroom adjoining Lammas-street Chapel for next Sunday, when a charge -of fourpence will be made for admission. Tuesday evening, being the night previous to the competition, the choir will practice at Water-street Chapel (same charge). The money will go towards paying the necessary expenses. We would make a last appeal to the townspeople to encourage the choir. The committee have arranged for a special train to Pontypridd on August 2nd, the fare being 5s.

CHIPS FROM ST. CLEARS. A VISIT TO PEXDINE. It is an understood fact by a great number of the readers of the Welshman that Pendine is one of the most pleasant seaside resorts in Carmarthenshire, if not in the whole of South Wales. It owes its present position not to any artificial designs. We know of other seaside places who hold a more prominent po-ition than Pendine in this direction but if the works of art and science are to be seen to a greater advantage in other resorts, Pendine can boast in the works of Nature, viz: In its world-famed sands, its clear and healthy atmosphere, its high rocks, the beautiful country that surrounds it, and la-t. but not least, the kindness and the generosity of its inhabitants. Great praise is due to Mr and Mrs Evans, Beach House, for erecting the great zinc building which has been newly accomplished in order to make visitors comfortable. When we consider these facts it is no wonder that Pendine is visited by thousands of people every summer. On Thursday, the 20th inst. it wns visited by 600, giving the least number. Amongst the visitors were the members of Capel Mair, Salem, and Mydrim (C.M.) Sunday Schools, and we have great pleasure in stating that all went home in a civil manner. ENGLISH CHOLERA.-We understand that Mr Richard Thomas, labourer at Bwlchydomen, was attacked by English cholera last week. He was attended bv Dr Valentine Jones. We rejoice that there are at present prospects of recovery. A case of this nature should by all means have special notice by the Sanitary Authority and the Inspector of Nuisances in the district. Mr T D Williams should be very careful to see that everything is kept clean and tidy in the surrounding district, so that this fever will not visit the neighbourhood bec-tuse of filth and uncleanliness. REDCCTION IN RENT.—We have been informed that Mrs Walters, Clare Hill, has made an allowance of 25 per cent. in her lents, owing to the great depression that exists at present among farmers. Mrs Walters holds a few aures of land herself, and, therefore, she knows something, through experience, about poor crops and low prices. We need not ask the Welsh landlords to take an example from this case, for they have done their very best to help the poor farmer to carry his burden. We spekk of the landlords as a class. We willingly admit that there are exceptions to this rule like every other, but, as a whole, they have done well, and I hope that they will keep in the same generous spirit so long as the present depression will exist. CORN HARVEST.—The majority of the farmers in this district have risen their wheat crops. It seems that this grain bas turned out exceedingly well in this dry season, so that farmers are well satisfied with the result. One or two in the parish have commenced cutting oats, which crop has proved in the great number of cases to be a failure. Very few, indeed, in this district know anything about plucking corn, but we have been in- formed, on good authority, that this will take place on some farms about here before the end of the season. A WONDERFUL MEDICINE. In these days we learn that some people have been telling farmers to cheer up, that better days are in store. We all hope that, but their empty haggards, low prices for cattle, high wages for labour, no hay crops, and very little corn crops, seem to tell us that the better days are very far off. It is a grand thing to keep up a cheerful spirit, but few are the number of those who can keep this up under present circumstances, therefore, we say that the medicine, good as it is, will not be of any benefit to the farmer without addition.

 I SPORTS AND ATHLET!CS. I The chief topic of conversation in Wales, and indeed in all parts of the British Isles, is the grand victory of Sergeant W T D?vies, Llanelly, at Bisley. By carry- ing off the Queen's Prize he has not only brought honour on himself and on his corps, but also on his country. This is the first time that this much-coveted prize has been carried off by a Welshman, and Mr Davies is now the hero of the hour. Mr Davies, who is a volunteer of fourteen years' standing, and seven years as a rifle shot, has won two St George's Badges at the N. R.A. meeting, and scored 65 in the Alexandra in 1891, 66 being the highest made. Last year he stood fourth for the Prince of Wales' Prize, and fourth for the Members' Association Prize. He has won four bronze medals, besides representing Wales in the National Trophy competition for the last four years. He is the secretary of the Welsh Twenty Club. By winning this prize Mr Davies has placed another grand laurel to the already large number gained by Gallant Little Wales in sporting matters. Wales defeated the three countries in football, and carried off the shield for athletics. The cycling world is well represented by Welshmen, and they have carried off prizes from before the eyes of some of the crack" cycling men. < Captain Goldschmidt, the adjutant of the 1st V. B. Welsh Regiment, we learn, has extended a pressing invitation to Sergeant Davies to visit Haverfordwest, when the whole of the company will turn out to do him honour, and he will be entertained at a compli- mentary banquet. Tte 24 hours' race at Hern Hill on Saturday last resulted in a victory for F W Shoreland, of the North Road Club. List year Shoreland finished the race with 413 miles 1,615 yards to bis credit, and at the same time breaking all records from 90 miles. This year be improved his distance by doing 426 miles 440 yares. F D Bidlake came second on a tricycle, with 410 miles 1,110 yards, H Hammond third with 398 miles 310 yards, and J H Cocker fourth with 388 miles 605 vards. A V Linton, who competed in this race, did exceed- ingly well. When 21 miles had been run off Shoreland was leading, he being followed by Walsh, with Linton I third. Shoreland kept the lead until the forty-second mile, but in the forty-third Linton shot to the front and kept there until 65 miles bad been covered in 3 hours 1 min 35 2-5th sees. Linton retired when he bad completed 119 miles 250 yards. Linton was well received by the spectators, and the opinion of many old experts was that if he was well looked after, and well trained he would be one of the best 100 mile ovclists in the world. This is saying a good deal. < I have to thank the editor for allowing me to see a letter from Capt Goldschmidt. I regret to learn, that being misinformed by a correspondent, I gave the credit of starting to Capt George. I also stated that Private Evans stayed on the road for three hours and a half. I was also misinformed in this. 1 beg to thank Capt Goldschmidt, who has been the means of starting this cycling competition, and who is always at the bead of everything which will benefit the corps, for pointing out those errors. *#* Corbett has lately been busy signing articles. He will fight Jackson in June next for £ 1,000 a side, and he has again signed articles to meet Mitchell in December next for 45,000 dollars. Whilst Baseldine, the champion bulldog of the world, was being taken by train to Grimbsv for the purpose of exhibition it suddenly died Mr Lewis Pugh, Gloucester-terrace, Haverfordwest, exhibited a wire-haired terrier at Bristol Dog Show, and after winning the first and special prize, soid it to a gentleman named Clear for £ 40. Mr Pugh, who lately bought the dog at Liverpool Show for £ 4, thus gained a substantial profit. *# Private David Evan;, Carmarthen, and Private W Sinnette rode the 100 mile race over again yesterday. David Evans arrived at Carmarthen first, Sinnette arriving at out two minutes after. On the return journey David Evans left his opponent far behind. Up to the time of going to press, no doubt exists that the St Peter's Boy will win. This entitles him to compete in the final at Oxford on Bank Holiday.—By telegram Evans arrived at Hobb's Point at 3.30 p.m., being 31 minutes under Cole's time (the first man in last compe- tition). I MARK BALL.

PROPERTY SALES ABEFtl.ANT.-On Saturday afternoon, at the Bo&rV Head Hotel, Carmarthen, Mr John Daniel Jones, of Rbvdlewis, sold by auction a freehold dwelling-house, corn grist mill, kiln house, outhouses and land, called j Rickett s Mill, and two cottages and gardens, to Mr Howell Jones, farmer, BIaencynnen, Newchurch, for £ 1,420. The property, the area of which is 13it 3r 13p. is situated in the parish of Abetn»nt, Carmarihenshire. The solicitors were Mr Thomas Walters, Carmarthen, and Mr J H Evans, Newcastle-Emlyn LLANFIHANGEL-AR-AETH. — Mr John Francis put up by auctioo. at the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel, Carmarthen, on Saturday afternoon, two lots of freeho'd property in the parish of Llanfihangel-ar-arth, Carmarthenshire, with the following results: Llaindelyn, a small holding, 2a 3r 25p, yearly rent £6 8s, sold for f,305 to Mr Thomas, solicitor, Llandyssul Sychpant, a small tarm, 11a 2r 16p, annuil rent £ 7 5s, withdrawn at £ 165. Messrs Barker, Morris and Barker, Carmarthen, were the solicitors. LLANARTHNEY.—Mr John Francis, of Carmarthen, off red for sale at the Stepney Arms H^te!, Llanelly, oa the 20th inst, five freehold farms and building sites, in the parish of Llanarthney, the following sums being obtained after a spirited competition Pfnybanc, a small holding, 17a 3r 35p, annuil rent £ 10 10s, sold for £ •>10 to Mr John Bowen, Drawsdre Ganol, Llanelly; Blaen-cwm-mwyn, a small holding, 17a 3r 18p, lewed at a yearly rent of LS, bought for £ 225 by the tenants, Mr John Davies and Mrs ELzabeth Davies; freehold tarm called Cwmcerri*, containing 146a. lr. 36p., yearly rent L60, purchased for £1.470 by Mr David Richards, Hill Side, Ammanford two plots building ground, each 32 perches, in the village of Gorslas, bought for £ 30 and A20 respectively by Mr Griffith Rees, Post-office, Gorslas. Tbe solicitors were Me-srs Barker, Morris, and Barker, and Mr Rowland Browne, Carmarthen. LLANDEBIE. At the Stepney Arms Hotel, LIAnelly, on the :20th inst, Mr John Francis, auctioneer, Carmar- then. sold seven lots of freehold properties situated in the parish of Llandebie, Carmarthensh re, the final bids, after a keen competition, being accepted as follows Waunboth FiEld, 3a 2r 34p, annual rent £ 2 15s, sold for £ 80 to the tenant, Mr Evan Jones; Plasbach Farm, 6311 2r ] 3p, annual rent £ 58 6s, £ 1,475, and E275 for the timber, Mr W N Jones, Tmdail; Ty'rysgol, a small holding, 7a lr 12p, tinnual rent L6 6s, £ 350, Mr W N Jones, Penllwvnhelig Form. 19a lr 12p, annual rent, £5 6s. £ 515 and £ 20 for timber, Mr W N Jones CwmfferrwH Farm, 13a 3r, vearlv rent ;Ell, £280. Mr W Richards, the tenant; Waunnewydd Field, 5a 3r 6p, annual rent £ 11, £ 90. Mr Richards, the tenant; Wany"gWr"]lach' a land share, la Or 31p, CIO, Mr D Parry, Mountain Gate. The solicitors were Messrs Barker, Morris, and Barker. Carmarthen. RADNORSHIRE. — At the Royal Oak Hotel, Rhayader, Radnorshire, on the 19th inst, Mr J"hn Francis sold by auction a freehold farm, situa e in the parish of St Harmon's, in the above county. The property of Beili-coch contains 64a 2r 8p, is yearly let for 933, and was sold for £ 840 to Mr Vaughan, Nantgoch. The sulicitor was Mr Edward Wood, hayader. KIDWELLY. ST. MARY'S CHURCH.—Previous to the choir of this church aoing to the choral festival held at Swansea, last Sunday was set ap rt as a special one for the choir. Special sermons were preached, on the occasion by the Rev Prebendary Canon Williams, Carmarthen. The choir rendered the festival music in an able manner. ACCiDENT-On Friday last, while Mr Stead's groom was exercising a new a-,d spirited horse near Broomhill, tbe horse took fright at something and threw the groom, afterwards atepp ng on his face and inflicting a ouple of nasty cuts on it. LLANGAMMARCH WELLS. BANK HOLIDAY, AUGUST 7TH. 1893.—At Lianzam- march Wells a variety of amusements will take place, consisting of a tennis uutch (Llangammarch Wells v. Bu lth Wells) archery (Brecoashire v. Radnorshire) sheep dog trials opening of new hall; Amateur Athletic Sports, pony races, and trotting matches: Messrs. Brock's Crystal Palace illuminations and fire- works, connludine with a promeuade concert and dancing. Mr Hulley's Band will be in attendance. Special trains at reduced fares will be run from Swansea, Carmarthen, Llanelly, Brynamau. Llandrindod Wells, and all inter- mediate stations, and trains from Craven Arms and inter- mediate stations will run at cheap fares. Special and cheap trains will also run from Brecon and Llanidloes, and nil intermediate stations. Programme of events 10 a.m.: Tennis match, Llangammarch Wells v. Builth Wells. 10.30 a.m., sheep dog trials, 1st prize, X3 2nd, .£2; 3rd, jjl. Entrance fee, 3s. 1.30 p.m., luncheon, and opening ot new hall-addresses will be given, interspersed with vocal and instrumental music by accomplished artistes. 3.30 p.m., Amateur Athletic Sports, held under A.A.A. Rules: 120 yards handicap race, 1st prize value .£3: 2nd value XI quarter mile handicap race, 1st prize value .£3; 2nd value J61 one mile handicap, 1st prize value -23 2nd value Xi (handicapping by a licensed handicapper). 4.30 p.m., trotting match, 1st prize, jE2 10s; 2nd, XI. Entrance fee, 2s 6d. Pony race (for ponies under 12J hands), 1st prize, .£2: 2nd, .£1. Entrance fee, 2s. Pony race (for ponies under 14 £ hands), 1st prize, X2 10s; 2nd,.£1. Entrance fee, 2s 6d. Winners of previous races and trotting matches will be handicapped by the com- mittee. Archery (for ladies), 1st prize value £ 3 2nd, XI Competition confined to members of archery clubs. 8.1-i p.m., fireworks and illuminations. Programme :-Special picture devices: Fine portraits of their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of York, accompanied by motto device, God Bless Them." Fine devices: Glowing palm tree, the revolving sun, the Niagara of fire, humorous device, the dancing sailor in his pyrotechnic hornpipe, the giaut sunflower, shells and pieces fired from mortars, rockets and pieces self propelled, the white rose shower, the May blossom shower, flight of shooting stars and swarm of dragon rockets, aerial festoon of jewels (oae of Brock's novelties in pyrotechny). firery whirlwinds. Illumination by 45 Crystal Palace lights, carefully arranged in selected positions, and changing colour. Magical illumination by twelve masses of variously coloured fire, Ac. All entries for foot races must be made on or before the 1st August.—Entries for sheep dog trials and pony races will be received up to the 3rd August.— The comm ttee reserve the right of refusing any entry, withholding any prizes, and withdrawing any event from competition if sufficient entries be not received. For forms of entries apply to Mr J P Williams, secretary, Llangammafch Wells. [7891

IN MEMORIAM. REES JONES (late Mayor of Llandovery), Died 29th June, 1893. Weep not for him let not your hearts be troubled, God's will is surely best. Euded are all life's sorrows and life's labours, Weep not, he is at rest. When the long toilsome day for us is ended, May we together stand With him, where pure souls dwell in sweet communion, Within the Promised Land. W. J. CROSBIE. CADBUKY'S COCOA.—" Of full strength of a highly economical nature, free from added starch or sugar. Health. 6974 COLEMAN'S WIXCARXIS, or Liebig's Extract of Meat and Malt Wine is the finest tonic in the world. Recom- mended by thousands of medical met*. Bottles, 2B 9d and 4s 6d Everywhere. Coleman &: Co., Limited, Norich and London. ANTI-CALCAIRE IS ANTI-TYPHOII) ANTI-CHOLERA See Professor Ray Lankester's Report. Tins and Full Instructions, Post Free, 9d.. Address — Filtre Rapide, 25-5, Regent-street, London, W. A FAIR, BEAUTIFUL SKI-, .-Suiphoiine Scap give the natural tint snd peach-iike bloom of a perfect Com- plexion; m«kes the skin smooth, sopple, healthy, comfortable. 6d Tablets. Everywhere. To OVERCOME WEkK-.Eql; Pepper's Qainine anp Iron Tonic gives New L'fe, Health, Strength, and Energy. Insist on having Pepper's Qoinine.

BIRTHS. BARKER—On the 22nd inst., at Elm Lodge, in this town, the wife of T. W. Barker, soFcitv, of a daughter. BOLTON-On the 24th inst.. at Elm House. Laugharne, the wife of Mr A. H. Bolton of a sou. THRESH—On the 19th inst., at No 2. Esplanaae, in this town, the wife of Mr John Thresh of a son. MARRIAGES. BOOTH-THOMAS-On the 23rd inst.. at Union-street Chapel, in this town. by the Rev D. S. Davies (minister) Mr Alfred Booth, pianoforte tuner at Mr E. Colby Evans' Musical Warehouse, Guildhali-square, to Miss Annie Thomas, It, Elliston-terrace. GoRE-MEAUfc—On the 25th inst., at the English Baptist Church, m this town, by the Rev F. Fuller Mills, Mr Henry Gore, fitter, G.W.R., Swindon, to Harriet Ann, second daughter of Mr David Alears, 11, Waterloo- terrace. LETSrT^0M^-°n the 21st inst., at Llanarth Parish Church, by the Rev D. J. Jones (vicar), assisted by the Rev i 1 John Lewis. Top Hill, Pontypridd, to Sarah Eliza, the eLlest daughter of Mr John Thomas and Mrs TholLlt-, of Blaenweru, Llanarth, Cardiganshire. ROBERTS-DAVIEs-On the :20th inst., at the Taber- nacl Baptist Chapel, Cardiff, by the Rev W. Owen, Haverfordwest, assisted by the Rtiv Charles Davies, T. F. Roberts, M.A., of Aberystwith, to Mary Elizabeth, only daughter of the late Mr Robert Davies, 9S, Queen-street, Cardiff. No cards. DEATH*. DAVIES—On the 23rd inst at Waundew. in this town, Henry, son of Mr David Davies, railway packer, aged 4 months. j EDWARDS—Oa the 22nd inst., at Pottery-street, Llanelly, after a short i lness, Mr Charles Edwards, bugler to the Llanelly Voluut-eer Company, in his 55th year, .JnXEs-Ou the 13;h ult., at the residence of her aunts, Misses Rogers, Manukaw-road, P.irnfH, New Z-Lland, Mary Rogers, eldest daughter of the Rev G. Jones, Waipu, late Independent minister, of Laugharne. J OSEs-On thp 21st inst., at Glen Earlie House, Port Talbot, Letitia Charlotte, wife of Mr John Edward Jones (and third daughter of the late Mr George L. Davies, painter, &c., of this town), aged 31 years. Deeply regretted. RICHARDS—On the 16th inst., at Catherine-street, in this town. Mary Eleanor, daughter of Mr David Richards, ropemaker, aged 5 months. WILLIAMs-On the 24th inst., at Chapel House. Union- street. in this town, Rosa, the beloved wife of Mr David Williams, blacksmith, Old Foundry Co., aged 35 years.

LEGAL SuccEss. Mr John Evans, Brithdir, Gwern- ogle, the youngest brother of Mr Ben Evans, the auctioneer, passed the Preliminary Law Examination, which was held at Bristol on the 5th and 6th of this month. He was trained for the examination by Mr Evan Jones, M.A., Old College School, Carmarthen. BANK HOLIDAY EXCURSIONS. We would call attention to the capital series of excursions which will be run by the Great Western Railway in connection with the August Bank Holidays. Trains will run up the line to Swansea. Mertbyr, and Bristol, and the intervening stations, on August 2nd, and to Reading and London on Auguqt 3rd; to Malvern, Worcester and Birmingham, &c., on August 8. To Birmingham, Swansea, North Wales, New Milferd, Haverfordwest and Ferry side on Bank Holiday, August 7. Foil particulars of the trips appear in our advertising columns. THE ORGANIST OF ST. PETER'S.—On Monday evening last a meeting of the committee appointed to select a successor to the late Mr C Videon Harding, as organist of St Peter's Church, was held. As many as 80 appli- cations bad been received, out of which four were chosen as being eligible for that post. Their names are as follows :-Mr J T Riffles, All Saints, Londonderry; Mr F Leeds, Mus. Bac., F.C.O., Brondesbury, London Mr W V Hatch, Sydenham, London; and Mr G F Wesley Martin, sub-organist at Edinburgh Cathedral. Of these four the application of Mr Wesley Martin seems to have made the mo&t favourable impression, and we understand that, subject to the satisfactory termina- tion of an interview which has been arranged with that gentleman, he will probably be offered the post. Mr Wesley Martin is the nephew of Dr Wesley, the composer, and is spoken of as a brilliant organist. The appointment will be made during the next week. VOLUNTEER INTELLIGENCE. -IST V.B. WELSH RRGI- MExT-Orders for the week ending August 5th, '1893. Officer for the week, Lieutenant Jenkins. Orderly Sergeants, Thomas Davies and A Davies. I Com- pany drill and adjutant's inspection 00 Tuesday at 7.30 p.m in the Cattle Market. Dress—drill order uniform, Glengarry caps, waistbelts, frogs, and one pouch. Recruits' drill every evening during the week, at 7.30 p.m. Class-firing (2od and 3rd) on Monday, Friday, and Saturday, at 2.30 p.m. Spooncompeteion on Thursday, at 2 p.m. It is notified for information that the examination for corporals will be held on Tuesday, 1st August. Members desirous of joining the Cyclyst's Section are to give their names to the sergeant instructor at once.—By order, G. A. HUTCHINS, captain commanding. RURIDECANAL MEETING AT CARMARTHEN. A ruri- decanal meeting was held in the St Peter- s vestry on Friday, 21st inst., when the following were present: Rev Samuel Jones, rural dean (chairman), Right Rev Lord Bishop of Swansea; Ven Archdeacon James Rev Prebendary Williams; Rev T R Walters; Rev J Mariden Rev Joseph Lloyd, Llanpumpssint; Rev H Rees, Llangunnock Rev J Lewis, Llnnstephan Rev D S Davies, Llanybri; Rev D Evans, Llangain; Rev J Morgan, Newchurch Rev J Daniel and the Rev D T Griffiths, St Peter's Rev J N Evans, St David's; Rev J J Evans, Abergwili; Rev D J Evans, St Peter's (sec. and Mr J Watkins, Mr A S Thomas, and Mr — Owens. The Rev Prebendary Williams, canon mis- sioner, read a most able paper on Some of the chief needs of the Church in Wales at the present time," after which there was a most interesting discussion. The customary votes of thanks brought a most successful meeting to a close. CARMARTHEN UNITED CHOIR CONCERT.—On Tuesday night last the Carmarthen United Choir, which has entered the lists for the chief choral competition at the National Eisteddfod this year, made a final appeal to the public for funds, by giving a grand concert at the Assembly Rooms. The audience, however, was not so numerous as might reasonably have been expected. Special arrangements bad b6en made to supplement Messrs Jones' string band by a portion of Mr Hulley's band from Swansea. Although Messrs Jones very kindly provided their band free of charge, the members of Mr Hulley's band were of necessity paid. The. result of combining the two band s was a success. The realistic nature of some of the orchestral accompani- ments were well interpreted, and the general effect of the choir and orchestra combined was very fine. Speaking of the performance of the choir, it is sufifcient, to say that the choir has advanced by leaps and bounds upon its work of a fortnight ago. The whole of the items shewed a fervency, a precision of attack, and an intensity of feeling, which would inspire one with the strongest hopes of the success of the choir at Pontypridd, We should say the intonation was practically perfect. Of this, however, we were at tiones uncertain owing to our unfortunate proximity to the trombone. Most of the vocalists who took part are well known. It is, therefore, unnecessary to say more than that each of the singers shewed an unusual degree of talent, and sus- tained, in a highly creditable manner, the programme which is given as follows: Chorus, "Blessed are the Men," the Choir; song, Iaitta anwyl ein Gwlad," Miss A E Davies; song, Ill mio tesoro," Mr T L Evans; song, "Darby and Joan," Mrs Davies; chorus, "Dies Irse," the Choir; song, "Come ye that are weary," Mr T Conwil Evans; song, "Heaven and Earth," Miss M M Davies (Mair Arfon); duett. Music and Song," Mrs Evans and Mrs Davies; song, "The Bedou n's Love Song," MrLewia Giles ( Welshman office); chorus, Dyna'r Gwyntoetid yn ymosod," the Choir; instrumental selection, Messrs Jones; song, "The Good Shepherd," Mr T L Evans; song, "Gyda'r Wawr," Mrs Evans; chorus, Blessed are the Men" t ?'e Choir; song, "Off to Philadelphia" (encored), Mr Lewis Giles; song, "Saved by a Child," Miss M M Davies; chorus, "Dies Irfe," the Choir; recitation, "The Bells of Lea." Miss Keddie; duett, "Smiles and Tears," the Misse< Davies. The arduous and important duties of accompanist were carried out with marked ability by Mr Ernest Isaac. OLD COLLEGE AND PARRYVELYET SCHOOLS, CARMAR- THEN.—The following pupils of the above schools passed successfully the examination held by the College of Pro -ceptors last J une.-Second Class: D J Davies, 1st divi- sion (No of marks 780), son of Mr Rees Davies, Llanboidy S M Lewis. 1st division (735), the youngest brother of the Rev Elvet Lewis W L Phillips, 2nd division (645), son of Mr J Phillips, (Caerlleon), Whit- land. These three through their high position will be exempted from the following examinations: Medical Preliminary Examination, County and London Bank, the entrance to the Veterinary Colleges of the Kingdom, and the Chem sts' Preliminary. In the same division we find the names of J Jones, Dyffryn Court, Llangeler D Samuel, Llanelly D Lewis Davies, Sarnau, Cwm- bach T Scurlock, Waungaled, Rhydargeiau Road: J Evans, Brithdir, Gwernogle: and W H Thomas, the Anchorage. St Davi(I's. Tlti)-d Class: J Owen, D E Williams, J J Bowen, S Williams, 8 D Williams, Ben Davies, T Evans, Frank Thomas, W Lloyd. T A Harries, D M Davies, D P David, Miss E Howells, Miss S A 'Davies, and John Thomas —The number of successes obtained by pupils directly from these schools since last Christmas are: 14, the Theological Colleges; 2, Prelimin- ary Pharmacy Examination; 11. Mathematics; 1, ,Mechanics 24, College of Preceptors; and 1, Prelim- inary Law Examination. PlUNCE OF WALES THEATRE.—"THE LIGHTNING. ARTIST." — Mr Johnson continues to provide a capital .entertainment night after night, and, considering the extent of his repertoire and the difficulties presented by many of the high-class plays he puts on the stage, one -cannot help wondering at the varied talent possessed by the members of the company generally. One of the greatest attractions of all has lately been added. There cannot be a dull night while Mons. Eugene D'TORIO, the lightning artist," remains. A fellow of infinite gost," truly, and no less remarkable for his merriment than for his wondrous ability with the brush. He will paint a bright and most effective set of stage acenea in a few hours, and will dash off a very good pi.etore-Iandecape, seascape, or what not-before your eyes in a minute or less. In the intervals between his artistic exploits he will play you a pathetic ditty on-the bellows or rattle off a hornpipe by beating his jaws with bis knuckles. Dyspeptics and invalids should be taken to Œ>r D'Inglo. If they do not feel much better after the first dose, they may safely be sent to f-il hospital for incurables. This (Friday) night will be one of the grandest of the season at the Prince of Wales Theatre. Mr Johnson will Land over every penny taken for the benefit of the Carmarthenshire Infirmary. PRIZE DAY AT THE OLD COLLEGE SCHOOL, CARMAR- THEN.—On Friday, 21st inst., this school broke up for the summer vacation. A few days before there was an examination for all pupils who had not been entered for any public examination this year, and the above date was fixed for distributing the prizes. The headmaster deserves praise for his excellent selection of books for prizes, and foi, his judi prizes, and for his judicious arrangement of them so as ,to please all. Each competitor had a chance of winning a,prize in some.subject. Mrs Jones honoured the pupils on this occasion with her presence, and gracefully gave out the prizes. It was thought this year that tie prizes would be of more benefit than the annual treat to Llantephan. Undoubtedly, Mr Jones, M.A., is worthy of great credit for the remarkable progress made by the pupils under his tuition, and for the many excellent results obtained at examinations. The last term has been the brightest in the history of tho school. The next term begins on the 29th of August. The follow- j ling are the names of the p illize-winners -.Eitelt'd.- Jst, ,J Thomas Eçans, Aberdauddwr, Rhydargaeau road; 2nd, Howell Hinds, Tyliwyd, Abergwili; 3rd, E Ellis Edwards, Conwil-Elvet. -Latin: 1st, D J Arthur, Priory-street, Carmarthen; 2nd, Willie Ed wards, ■Conwil-Elvet; 3rd, Frank JStacey Jones, Pictoa House, <Jarxnn.rth.en. — Arithmetic 1st. J R Williams, Tyrbach, Felingwm 2nd, John Evans, Pcnplwyf, Llangellieirne; 3rd, Tom Davies, Penlan, Llandovery; 4th, John Phillips, WhiterEill, Abergwili. Ei?.qlish Grammar and Composition 1st, T Lodwick, Cwmfelin, Croesyceilog 2nd, John S James, Tivyside, Tanerdy, near Lampeter 3rd, John Bowen, Ysgerhir.ucha, Newchurch; 4th, Gwilym Hinds, Nantybastau Factory. Felingwm; 5th, Thomas Bowen, Bryngks, Llangunnock '6th, D Thos .Howells, Johnstown, Carmarthen.—English—Dictation, Essay, and Writing: 1st, E Croker, Temple Gardens, Carmarthen; 2nd, Herbert S Jones, son of Caeralaw," Carmarthen 3rd, D A Lewis, Dean. street, Aberdaro 4th, Arthur Williams, Eithinduon, Mydrim; 5th, Thos Rcelô, Llwyngollen, Carmarthen 6th, J Beynon, Plas, Forry.sid- 7th, J Thomas, Esgerfycban, Newchurch, SUCCESS O.F MISS COOKE, A.LC.M.—Mr C A Cooke, organist of Christ Church, who has gained so high a reputation .all over this district, may well feel proud at finding his talents so well perpetuated in his eldest daughter. At the recent examination of the London College of Music, Miss Miss Cooke obtained the diploma of Associate, A. L. C. M. The examination included playing two selected pieces, reading at sight, trans- posing at sight, playing scales from memory in 8ths, 6ths, ICths, or 3rds, and in double 6ths and 3rds, also analysis of the form of pieces played Miss Cooke was some time ago appointed organist of St David's Church, and her present success justifies the judgment of those who selected her for the post. She is now entitled to wear the cap and gown. Three other young ladies in Carmarthen have won this honour, viz. Miss Edith Rees, Miss Cavill, and Miss Jones, Guildhall-square. TABERNACLE CHAPEL ANNUAL TREAT.—On Monday the members of the above place of worship, along with the Sunday school scholars, proceeded by a special ex- cursion train to that beautiful Welsh watering place Aberystwitb. The train started from Carmarthen at 7.30, and on arrival at their destination the scholars were supplied with refreshments All then went to enjoy themselves and to see the various sights with which Aberystwith abounds. At about 3 o clock tea was served to all, outsiders being heartily welcomed. The arrangements were splendidly carried out by the super- intendent (Mr James John), and the secretary (Mr David Lewis), assisted by Mr Jonah Davies, Mr J Edwards (Emporium), Mr Z D Jones, Mr Tom Evans (painter), and Mr William Evans (builder). The Rev E U Thomas, the well-known and respected pastor, accompanied them. After a most enjoyable day the party returned about 6 o'clock, arriving home about 9 o'clock. ST. PETER'S SCHOOL TREAT.—This annual event took place on Thursday in fine weather, and was carried out this year on so larg e a scale that we greatly regret being uoable to report it at some length. The children assembled on the Parade, and after attending service at St Peter's, and hearing an address from the Bishop of Swansea, they paraded the streets to the station, to the music of the Volunteer Band. All were prettily dressed, and many banners were carried. Having arrived by train at Ferryside. the children received buns at the schoolroom, and then joined in various games on the sands. Mrs Thomas Brigstocke, Mrs Lewis Hughes. Mrs Harvey, Miss Spurrell, Mrs Lester, Miss E M Davies, and Miss Griffiths arranged everything con- nected with the excellent tea, of which about 900 par- took. Various amusements were afterwards enjoyed, and the Bishop of Swansea was very active in helping at the races. All arrived home safely and happily by two special trains.