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A I iDY, who subscribes herself A Mother," has sent us for insertion a bitter complaint "concerning some verses which appeared in one of your contemporaries." Our correspondent does not seem to be aware that we never take notice of what appears in these contemporaries, or condescend to imitate their tactics. Besides, it would not serve the interests of morality to advertise bits of blackguardism which otherwise will He half hidden in an obscure corner. If such things continue, however, and the dissemination of filth seems to be taking the form of a trade, we shall, of course, feel it our duty to denounce the shameful thing. I EXTRA rates and taxes are the order of the day. The Government is going to make us all pay our share of the War expenses, and the Carmarthen Town Council, which has no war to pay for, aspires to imitate the example of its betters by heaping burdens on the free and independent'' burghers whom it is supposed to represent. As if the present increase was not enough, we are threatened with one still larger within the next couple of years. This mode of proceeding will come to a sudden stop one of these days. More than twelve months ago we warned our Town Councillors that it was time to "slow down for a time, but they seem to plunge on head foremost like the wild horse of the desert. 'there is no attempt at economy in any of the hundred and one little things that consume the public funds. Three or four men will spend a month building a bit of wall which might be done by contract in a week; and still no one heeds. This kind of thing is bound to end in a way neither pleasant to the Council nor advantageous to the town, for we shall by-and-by have a Town Council of the old type, determined to stand in the way of every improvement. The work of the Chamber of Commerce costs us nothing, and is often highly beneficial to the town. The work of the Town Council, which imposes so heavy a burden on us all, very frequently benefits only a few, or nobody whatever. UNUSUAL pressure of other matters prevented us last week from calling attention to some remarks on commercial education made by Mr Gwilym Evans, J.P., in a recent interview with the representative of a Cardiff daily paper. After stating that America will in future be our chief competitor in trade, and discussing various points in relation to our competition with other countries, Mr Evans made the following observations, which cannot fail to remind many readers of statements contained in an article we published a few weeks ago on commercial education. He said: "Up to the present we have been per- fectly satisfied with our insular position. We have followed our trades and manufactures, and brought up our young people to the same business in the same old way. After travelling over practically the whole of Europe, however, I can't help thinking that our commercial training is sadly deficient on the modern language side. Throughout Germany there are hundreds of youths who are prepared to come over to Eng- land—volunteers, they are called-and to give their services, in business houses gratis for periods varying between six months and two years. After that they either become well-paid men in this country, or go back to their native land with the inestimable advantage of having learned the conduct of an English business house from the inside. How many of our young people, I wonder, are fitted by our educational system to do this ? While I am on this language question letme give you an experience which befel me at Hamburg. While there I was taken over the Exchange, and was introduced to a dozen or more of the leading business men of the place. With hardly one exception all of them were perfectly conversant with English, and they spoke to me in that language with the greatest fluency, and they spoke French like natives." There is hardly a man in all this district who has travelled more on the Continent than Mr Evans, and at the same time kept matters affecting home and foreign trade under closer observation. The result of his experience, as will be seen, is that English boys, owing to the defects of our educational system, or systems, have no chance against the youths of Germany and France, and while the latter easily acquire as much English as they need, our English lads do not acquire the French and German tongues in a practical way. The moral is plain, but to repeat it here would be like writing our late article over again. SOME leading agricultural authorities have recently been discussing the question of stock insurance. In France and on various parts of the Continent, it is a common practice for small farmers and freeholders to have most of their stock insured. In this country, such insurance is largely confined to stallions, bulls, and other valuable animals owned by gentry, wealthy men, clubs and so forth. Farmers, properly so- called, have not, up to the present, done much in this way, unless we reckon the cow and pig clubs existing in some parts of England where small holdings are numerous. In countries like Ireland and in some parts of France where the farms are small and the stock of each owner few, the loss of one or two animals may be almost ruinous, and under such circumstances, insurance of stock becomes a very necessary and commonsense precaution. At the premiums now available, however, it is always a question whether it is worth while insuring against the risk of losing a few beasts from a large herd. A writer in the Standard, who has touched upon this subject, says: "The objection to insurance being undertaken by large societies, operating over a great area of country, is that they cannot exercise efficient supervision over the animals insured, the consequence being care- lessness, serious losses, and, consequently, heightened premiums. On the other hand, small Mutual Insurance Societies, acting in contracted areas, are liable to wide fluctuations in their annual outgoings, and their members to corres- ponding lfuctuations in payments. To obviate 1 this objection, and at the same time to avoid the disadvantages of large Insurance Societies, the small mutual Insurance Associations of ] certain Continental countries, in recent years, i have federated for the purpose of re-insurance with the central Federation. By this means, 1 the advantages of spreading risks over a wide ( area, and so equalising them, and local super- vision over small areas are combined. Apart ] from the benefit of safety, it is stated that one effect of the spread of insurance is the keeping II by small occupiers of animals of better quality than they could afford to keep when they had to take the risk of losses." Until British societies inaugurate something like the Continental system, we shall probably have little insurance by farmers in Welsh districts; but the subject is nevertheless one well worth discussion, and if some of our friends would study it thoroughly, the Chamber of Agriculture at Carmarthen, or the Farmers' Club at Pembroke, would doubtless be glad to have the researches of such a student embodied in a good paper. THE Carmarthen Chamber of Commerce has done the right thing, as we expected it would. By its resolution of Monday night Carmarthen will henceforth become a local centre for those examinations in commercial subjects which enable successful competitors, boys and girls, to obtain the certificates, senior or junior, of the London Chamber of Commerce. The London Chamber has a committee which endeavours to jind, and generally succeeds in finding, situations I for those who hold these certificates, and already three hundred London firms have agreed to give preference to candidates thus equipped. Parents who have children at school and think of starting any of them in the office work of commercial houses should take notice of these facts, and make their wishes known to the school teachers. Nothing can be done without the co-operation of the teaehcis, especially those of intermediate schools; and the Carmarthen Chamber has very properly sent to teachers of every grade in the three counties circulars explaining the subject, and inviting co-operation. There is no need to say more on this subject until we shall have ascertained something of the results likely to flow from the action already taken but it may be worth while to take some notice of a leaflet, recently issued, which shows the importance of the work done for commercial education by the London Chamber. It has, in the first place, given expression to the wants of the commercial interest in this country, and Its action has called forth the public approval of men like the Chancellor of the Exchequer and Lord Rcay. It has emphasised the demands of commerce, and has urged on educational .authorities and workers the necessity of a revised curriculum, not without good practical results already. It has been largely instrumental in bringing about the establishment of evening continua- tion and commercial schools. It has helped to obtain, in the re-organisation of London University, a faculty of commerce with a university status, such as formerly was conceded only to professions. It has placed within reach I of all the opportunity of obtaining credentials of commercial proficiency, thus filling up a sad blank in the educational system of this country. By its Kmployment Department it has supplied commercial houses with competent employes suited to their various demands. All this, how- ever, is of less interest to many people than the question of what success is likely to attend the movement in our own district. Our Chamber has gone the right way to work, for its first object must be to interest teachers and parents in the scheme. Something more, however, remains to be done, and that will be a most difficult business. It is to educate local merchants in some of the things which would be for their own advantage. It is the fashion to cry down farmers, and lament that they are so far behind the age; but it is very doubtful, when we estimate their opportunities and the intelligence of those they have to meet in competition, whether they are so stupid and unprogressive as the majority of our merchants and dealers in small country towns. For one thing, the latter need to be convinced that, caeteris paribus, they would gain more by employing properly-educated boys—even at a somewhat higher salary-than boys who have not been through a suitable course of commercial training. But who can persuade our local business men of the truth of this ele- mentary axiom ? Even the London Chamber finds such a work slow in the great Metropolis of the Empire, and we can only ask the Carmarthen I Chamber to go on slowly, and see what time and persuasion will accomplish.
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I TRELECH-AR-BETTWS. ELECTION OF GUARDIANS.—We learn that the Rev. J. H. Jones and Mr Thomas, Treparke, have been elected guardians. FLTNERAL.-CORRECTION. -Last week we published a report of the funeral of the late Mr James Thomas, of Nantyrafr-fawr. By an accidental omission of words (and without any fault on the part of the writer of the report) the latter part of the paragraph was rendered meaningless and ridiculous. The exact words should have been: "Mr Lewis, Penybont (organist), played 'organist ) played the 'Dead March' in Said as the cortege left the church. The greatest possible sympathy is felt with the daughter, the only surviving child of the deceased, a widow, and seven children, in her sad bereavement."
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PEMBROKESHIRE. CLARBESTON ROAD. DEATH AND FUNERAL OF MRS. MORRIS.—It is with the deepest regret that we have to record the death of Mrs Morris, stationmaster's wife, on Saturday night, 23rd ult., at th3 advanced age of 80 years. She had been an invalid for over 30 years, confined to the house, but she was cheerful, and it was a treat to have an hour in her company, being so resigned to her ailment, and trusting in God in her afflictions. She was of a most genial and loving disposition, and her loss will be keenly felt, not only by her family, but by the place and district. She leaves her husband, Mr Morris, the highly-respected station-master at Clarbeston Road Station for so many years, who has the sincerest sympathy of his wide circle of friends in his affliction, which is also extended to his son and daughter—the son being Mr Morris, parcel foreman at the Cardigan Station, while his daughter lives in London. The funeral took place on Wednesday, 27th ult., at Wiston Church. The services were conducted at the house by the Rev. J. Harries, Clarbeston Road, an old and tried friend of the family. In addition to those named, amongst the mourners we noticed Inspector Dalton, G.W.R., Carmarthen, a nephew of the deceased lady, and a large circle of friends and acquaintances.
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I MAENCLOCHOG. LITERARY MEETING AT SILOII.-Oll Monday evening, 4th inst., a very interesting literary meeting was held at the above place. This place has been popular for its literary meetings for years past, and this proved to be a great success. In the afternoon, a tea party was given to the members of the Sunday School. This school is very fond of patronising local tradesmen in its tea parties. Mr David John, Plaindealings, supplied tea and sugar, and Mrs. Phillips, Henry's Mote, supplied the cake, which was made on her premises. The tea and cake were very much enjoyed. The meeting com- menced at 7 o'clock, and though the weather being rather wet, the chapel was crammed. The conductor was the Rev. Rhys Williams, minister of the place, and of Hen Gapel, Maenclochog. The programme was a lengthy one, and made up of a chorus, anthems, solos, duetts, trios, quartettes, recitation, and dialogues, j The choir, under the able conductorship of Mr Perkins, Blaenwern. saiisr-their two anthems in a verv imnressive manner. The male voice party, conducted by Mr John Owens, Lodor-fach, sang- "Milwyr y Groes" (Crusaders), which, although being a difficult piece for amateurs, was sweetly rendered. The meeting, from the commencement to the end, was quite a treat, and the great crowd showed by their attentive listening that they greatly enjoyed each item. In the middle of the programme, the singers had a beat of rest, when a presentation was made, for which purpose the meeting had been chiefly convened. The present was a set of electro-plate, or nickel silver, tea and coffee service and an oak tray, supplied by Mr Stephen Williams, jeweller, etc., a member of the church. It was pre- sented to the minister and his wife, on the occasion of their marriage. Mr Thomas George was the chairman ¡ for this event, he being the eldest brother in the church, whilst Mrs. James, Garden, presented, she also being the eldest sister. Both are nearly octogenarians. Mrs Williams, unfortunately, owing to illness, was unable to be present. Few be the days of her illness is our wish, and may the both have a long and happy life. The warm and close connection between the minister and church could be seen very clearly in the tender and striking words of Mr Williams in thanking for the beautiful present. The meeting shall long be remembered by minister and church. Addefwn mae noson ddifyr-yw hon, Yn ein hanes, gofir; Doniau y plant adwaenir Yn ei swyn byth gan y sir."
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I NARBERTH. LECTURE AT THE VICTORIA HALL.—On Friday even- ing, the 8th inst., the Rev. Dr. Gomer Lewis, of Swan- sea, delivered a very interesting and amusing lecture at the Victoria Hall, Narberth, the subject being The World's Fair." There was a large attendance, and the meeting was presided over by Mr John Roberts. The proceeds were towards the building fund of the Ffynon Baptist Chapel, Llanddewi-Velfrey. SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION.—The following persons have been nominated for the School Board election, which is to take place on Friday, the 22nd inst.:— Messrs J. A. Davies, Castle-terrace; J. W. Davies, Market square; W. H. Davies, 2, Castle- terrace George Fisher, Kensington House; W. R. James, Green Croft; W. E. Jenkins, Market-street: Jonah John, High-street; D. J. Lewis, Market-street; J. R. Lewis, Crinow Farm; Thomas Morgan, North Build- ings W. P. Morgan, Market-square; James Owen, St James-street; John Roberts, Hill House; Robert Ward, Sodston Philip Wheeler, High street; and Alfred Wilkins, St James-street; all of Narberth. The list is an unusually large one, but we expect a number will withdraw before the election.
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RED ROSES. I LECTURE.—The Rev. I. Thomas, Ferryside, delivered his popular lecture on Kilsby Jones" at Red Roses C.M. Church last Thursday evening, to an appreciative audience. The gathering was very satisfactory—ex- tremely so considering the inclemency of the weather. Mr I. N. Rees, Emporium, Whitland, very ably pre- sided. The lecturer was in excellent form, and gave consummate satisfaction to everyone that was present. The subject matter was descriptive, instructive, and attractive; the illustrations were humorous, but not coarse the delivery was impressive and eloquent, quite worthy in every respect of Kilsby. At intervals during the lecture Miss Agnes John, St Clears, delighted the house with exquisite songs. A hearty vote of thanks was proposed to the lecturer and Miss John, and seconded by the Rev. J. B. Thomas, St Clears. The same compliments given to the chairman terminated the proceedings. It is only right to add that an excellent supper was generously supplied by Mrs H. Lewis, at the close, to all those that were present from afar. It should also be added that that the lecturer and artist were conveyed by Mr T. John, St Clears, from St Clears to Roses in Mr T. Howells' waggonette.
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CART-HORSE BREEDING IN CARMARTHEN SHIRE. I THE WORK OF THE STUD COMPANY. I Another Grand Shire Horse Hired for the I Coming Season. When the Carmarthenshire Stud Company was floated in 1893, few persons would have believed that in eight seasons the Company could have made such a vast change, such an immense improvement, in the class, size, quality, weight, soundness, and general appear- ance of the cart horses in this county as-they have done. It has, however, been an up-hill fight, and during the first few years, the directors had very often good cause to feel disheartened at the scant support given to the Company's horses. They found many farmers so far behind the times and so short-sighted as to procure for their mares the service or a "cheap" but unsound horse. The difference of a pound or so in the service fee is nothing, compared with the value of the off-spring. No better example could be quoted of the old adage, "Penny wise, pound foolish." The first two shire stallions purchased by the Company were" Rosario" and "Vulcan of Worsley V. and both of them have left excellent stock. Little Vulcan" (as he was best known) was disposed of before his value as a stock-getter was realised. His last season in the county was a very discouraging one, and the directors felt they had no other course open to them but to part with him. In a year or two later, the beautiful quality of his stock began to be recognised, and the farmers would willingly have had him back. He was sold into Anglesea, where he was much appreciated, and many mares were sent down to him from distant parts of England. The history of the Company's hackney stallion, "Lord Dacre," is an exact counterpart of that of Vulcan of Worsley V." He made a very poor season in his fourth year in the county, and was sold. Alas! what a mistake. His progeny still speak volumes for "Lord Dacre" as a wonderful stock-getter. The three horses we have named were replaced by the two shire stallions Buccaneer III." and Dashwood," and the hackney stallion "County Gentleman." The first named (" Buccaneer III.") is all that can be desired. He was placed third in London as a four-year- old (his only appearance in the London Shire Horse Show), and was only beaten by the champion and re- serve champion horses in the show. His stock are giving the utmost satisfaction, and some have changed  hands at three figures. Happily, the Company still possess Buccaneer III. and it is to be sincerely hoped they will not part with him for many a long day. "Dashwood" bad many admirers, and last season he travelled in Pembrokeshire, and has now been sold into that county. County Gentleman possesses plenty of substance, and crossed with Lord Dacre's fillies, produces some valuable horses. Our readers will recollect that last year the Company decided to try the experiment of hiring a horse, and they obtained the services of that well-known shire stallion Vulcan VII." (a half-brother of "Vulcan of Worsley V.") at a very high figure. The horse was, unfortunately, taken ill for three or four days, with the result that many farmers who intended securing his services fought shy of him, with the result that he did not make anything like as good a season as the Com- pany anticipated. They did not look to make a profit out of him, his services being secured purely for the benefit of the breeders in the county. It is no secret that he was hired at 300 guineas for the season, and was limited to 100 mares at three guineas each. He only obtained 80 mares, and the loss to the Company can be calculated. There are a large number of mares in foal to him, and the value of these foals must be very greatly enhanced by the fact that Vulcan VII." is actually the sire of the champion mare at the London Show this year, namely, "Alston Rose." This, we think, speaks well for the judgment of the directors, and is some evidence that the Company are working on the right lines. 0 So much for the past. We now come to look to the prospects of the coming season. We have already" mentioned that the Company stiu possess "Buccaneer I III. and he will be available to his numerous admirers. We might, however, mention here that his sire In surgent is the sire of the first and second prize-winners in the four-year-old mare class at the London Show this year. The directors, having sold Dashwood," decided to send a committee to the London show to purchase (if possible) a young horse to take his place. The committee experienced very considerable difficulty in getting owners of prize-winning three-year-olds or four-year-olds to even name a price, and when they did it was such that the Company could not entertain. Ultimately the com- mittee decided that it would be better to hire a horse for the season, leaving the matter of purchasing a young horse over to next year. The committee, we are pleased to say, have secured the services of a horse with a great reputation, namely, "Duncan III. though at the ex- pense of a stiff hiring fee. "Duncan III." is by that well-known stallion, "Albert Edward," whose sire, Royal Albert," was equally celebrated, and was the sire of more sound animals than any shire stallion of the past century. In fact, Duncan III.'s pedigree could with difficulty be improved upon. "Duncan III." has proved himself to be an excellent tock-getter. He is mentioned in vols. XIX. and XX. of the "Shire Horse Stud Book as one of the thirty stallions that have sired five winners at gold medal shows in 1897 and 1898. Further than that, he TO the sire of ten animals bred on one farm, and sold in 1897 at an average of X155 each, three of the animals being foals. He is the sire of Curt Duncan," a lioi-,e that was sold for 750 guineas; also of "SentinellI. a horse that was placed third in the London show last N, ear, and of a two-yeai-old sold to Mr Hudson la.st year at 800 guineas. Several of his fillies have been recently purchased at over 400 "-uineas a-piece To come nearer home, one of his progeny was sold at Lord Llangattock's sale a few weeks tgo for 285 guineas. To mention all the prize-winners that Duncan III." has siiod wouid OC':m py more ."paee than we have available. Suffice it to say that he has to his credit many horses that ha ve distinguished themselves at the London Shire Horse Simws, namely, a third and a seventh prize-winner, five that have been highly com- mended, and two commended. Other honours may hA mentioned, such as Six first prize. a champion, I and reserve for gold medal at the Cambridgeshire shows; a first, a second, two thirds, a sixth, and a. 30-guinea Jubilee Cup at Peterborough s hows; five ifrsts, six seconds, two thirds, a silver medal, and a reserve for silver medal at the Chatteris shows four firsts, a champion, an'd two gold medals at Essex shows; and many other champion and medal winners too numerous to mention. In conclusion, we may add that Duncan III." has himself been a great prize-winner. He has been exhibited in London three times, where he has been placed fourth (twice) and sixth. He ha, taken first prize on four occasions at the Cambridgeshire Show, and has won two 20-guinea Champion Cups at the same show. In 1899 he won eight first prizes, a championship, and a gold medal, and in 1900 he won eight first prizes and three championships. Thi^ ought to satisfy mo"t people that Duncan III." 's no ordinary horse. He is a bright bay, standing fully 17 hands high, on the best of legs, with splendid feet and pasterns, and has an abundance of long, silky hair. As for his weight, he turned the scale last season at over 9.4ewt. The following extracts are taken from the reports of the London Shire Horse Shows, which appeared in the Live Stock Journal in 1894 and 1901 -n In 1894 that paper said: "Mr Richardson's very beautiful horse Duncan III. by Mr Salt's good breed- ing stallion Albert Edward placed fourth, has superior quality throughout, with good hind legs and excellent pasterns; his action is faultless, and he certainly de- served all he got. The horse must mature into a valuable stallion." In 1901 (March 1st) the same paper said There are not many more pleasing stallions in the class than Mr Stock's 'Duncan III. who obtained the reserve card; he was bred by Mr Johu Whittingham, near Burton- on-Trent, sired by Albert Edward, dam Coton Duchess' by I Regulator' his style, shape, and beautiful legs, joints, and feet are of the best; his quality could not be better, and his general moulding gives fine contour, which he is bearing out as a sire." We wish the Company every success in the coming season, and by securing the services of such horses as "Duncan III., "Buccaneer III. and County Gentleman," no breeder can go wrong. The service fees will, as usual, be exceedingly moderate. The three horses will be exhibited at Carmarthen and Llanelly, and two of them at Llandovery.
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ACCIDENT TO THE MANAGER OF ST. CLEARS BUTTER FACTORY. ? Mr. Elliott, manager of the Butter Factory, St. Clears, met with a very serious accident on Wednesday morning. While leaning against the door of the office, a cartridge exploded in his pocket, and he very narrowly escaped instantaneous death. It is to be hoped, how- ever, that the worst fears of the moment will not be realised. Yet the shock was intense, and its real magnitude is not known at the time we go to press. Dr. Phillips and Dr. Thomas attended, the former being in evidence in less than twenty minutes after the accident occurred. Mr. Elliott, being very much respected, will receive the sympathy and well-wishes of heaps of friends, all hoping for an early and complete recovery.
CARMARTHEN RURAL DISTRICT…
CARMARTHEN RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL ELECTIONS. Tuesday last, being the day for withdrawals of persons nominated for the Board of Guardians and the Rural District Council of Carmarthen, witnessed several re- tirements from the contest. At Abergwili Mr David Davies, Rhiwdywyll, withdrew, and, consequently, there will be no contest. At Conwil Mr B. Phillips, Cappo- docia, and Mr J. Thomas, Trialypwll, retired, leaving four candidates to contest the two seats. Mr J. W. Harries, Llandilo-Abercowin (the old member), has withdrawn in favour of Mr Joseph Jones, Bankflynon, for Llandilo-Abercowin and Llangunnock. At Llan- gain Mr J. Jones, Llanygors, has withdrawn, and the seat will be contested between the old member, Mr William Williams, and Mr David Thomas, Wernddu. There will be no contest at Llangunnor. Mr William Evans, Pantyperchell, has withdrawn, the old member retaining the seat. At Mydrim Mr William Thomas. Llettymarchog, retires, the seat being taken by Mr John Davies, Glandwr. The two old members, Mr Theo. Howells and Mr J. S. Williams, have retired in favour of the Rev. W. H. Jones, vicar, and Mr William Thomas, Treparke. Contests, therefore, take place at Conwil-Elvet, Llangain, Llanpumpsaint, Newchurch, St. Clears, and St. Ishmael's.
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A WELSH CLERGYMAN V. TRUTH." Action for Libel— £ 150 Damages Paid. Some weeks ago Mr Labouchere published in Truth some libellous statements respecting the Rev. Evan Davies, B.A., curate of Henllan Amgoed, Whitland who was publicly appealing for funds towards building a rectory in the parish of Henllan Amgoed, Whitland, which reflected on Mr Davies' character. The libel was the more cruel as the rev. gentleman bears a most exemplary character in every way, is looked up to by everyone with whom he comes in contact, and is one who has endeared himself to his parishioners at Henllan-Amgoed and Eglwysfair-a-Cherig, as well as the inhabitants of the town of Whitland and district, where, owing to the need of a vicarage in his parishes, he is at present obliged to reside. How- ever, it is only fair to state that when the same was pointed out to Mr Labouchere by a local reader, he published an apology in the next issue of Truth, and stated that it occurred through the Rev. Evan Davies, B.A., Whitland, being mistaken for another gentleman of a similar name. The Rev. E. Davies placed the matter in the hands of his solicitor, Mr D. H. R. Thomas, Whitland, in order to have his character vindicated, and an action for libel was entered against Mr Labouchere's paper. However, after the serving of the writ, a further apology appeared in Truth, and the well-known London solicitors. Messrs Lewis, placed themselves in communication with the rev. gentleman's solicitor, and finally one of their representatives came down from London to consult Mr Thomas, at his offices at Whitland, to endeavour to arrange matters. After some further correspondence, we learn that the case has now been withdrawn. Mr Labouchere having paid the sum of £ 150, in full settlement of claim for damages.
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HUNTING APPOINTMENTS.
HUNTING APPOINTMENTS. THE CARMARTHENSHIRE FOXHOUNDS will meet on Tuesday, the 19th inst., at Caerlleon Cross Roads, and on Friday, the 22nd inst., at Llanybri; each day at 11.30. THE PEMBROKESHIRE HOUXDS will meet on Monday, the 18th inst., at Castle Squal-e, Haverfordwest, and on Thursday, the 21st inst., at Woodstock each day at 12. THE TIVYSIDE FOXHOUNDS will meet on Monday, the 18th inst., at Cenarth, and on Thursday, the 21st inst., at Blaenporth each day at 10.45. ME. SEYMOUR ALLEN'S HOUNDS will meet on Tuesday, the 19th inst., at St. Twinell's, and on Friday, the 22nd mst., at Whitland; each day at 11.30. MR. LLOYD PRICE'S HARRIERS will meet on Monday, the ISth inst., at Alltyferin Gate, and on Thursday, the 21st inst., at Cwmeinon each day at 10.30.
Family Notices
MARRIAGE. THOMAS—JONES—On the 26th ult., at the Registrar's Office, in this town, Mr David Thomas, Glantowy, Llanegwad (late of Waunllanaf-uchaf), to Miss Mary Jones, of Penybont, Conwil. DEATHS. EVANs-On the 2nd inst. (killed by the fall of a pillar), at Clydach, uear Swansea, Mr David Evans, son of the late John and Elizabeth Evans, Lammas- street, Carmarthen, aged 42 years. JONEs-On the 8th inst., at Pencraig, near Cana, Mr Henry Jones, farm labourer, aged 73 years. LEWIS On the 7th inst., at 3, John-street, in this town, Martha Lewis, dressmaker (late of Wood's-row), aged 69 years. MORRIs-On the 13th inst., at the residence of his son, Station road, Kidwelly, Mr Thomas Morris, at an advanced age. Greatly respected. REEs-On the 5th inst., Mr Samuel Rees, Lower Cwmtwrch, Swansea Valley, killed by passenger train on the lower Tro'rgleien bridge at Cwmtwrch. Buried at Cwmgiedd on March 9th. RICHARDs-On the 16th inst., at Garden Cottages, The Quay, in this town, William George, son of Mr George Richards, labourer, aged 4 months. THMAs-On the 4th inst., at Cwmgerwn, Llandilo, Ann Thomas, widow of the late John Tnomas, aged 89 years. THOMAS—On the 9th inst., at Water-street, in this town, Mr David Thomas, formerly a farmer, aged 76 years.
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Lord Dynevor and his daughter, Miss Gladys Rice, have left London, and sailed for St. Kitt's, on board the Royal Mail steamer "Trent." ARRIVALS.—The s.s. Fred from Liverpool on Friday, with a cargo of 3,500 sacks of flat maize; the s.s. Merthyr from Bristol on Saturday, with a cargo of flour and barley all for Mr J. B. Arthur. HOCKEY.- On Thursday afternoon last week, on the Morgan Arms field, a hockey match was played between Llandilo and Carmarthen. Result, a draw, each side scoring twice. PROBATE REGISTRY. From the rturns just issued of the proceedings in the District Probate Registry for the year 1900, it would appear that the number of grants which passed the seal was only four short of the highest number issued since the establishment of the Registry. CARMARTHEN BOROUGH POLICE COURT. This court was held on Monday before the Mayor (Alderman E. C. Evans), Mr C. W. Jones, and Mr John Lewis. John Hughes, cabman, Spilman- street, was fined 2s 6d, including costs, for allow- ing his dog to go about unmuzzled. CARMARTHENSHIRE INFIRMARY.—The Secretary begs respectfully to acknowledge the receipt of the following A legacy of C200 from the late Mrs Davies, Lan House; illustrated papers and flowers, Mr J. Miller. Parade; flowers, Miss Saunders, Court Henry periodicals, Mr R. James, Bridge- street half-a-dozen books for Nurses' Library, the Rev Dr. F. F. Mazuchelli. OBITUARY.—We regret to announce this week the death of Miss Martha Lewis, a well-known and respected dressmaker of the town, which occurred at 3, John-street, on Thursday, the 7th inst. Deceased spent a considerable part of her life at Wood's-row, where she made a host of friends. She was 69 years of age. The funeral took place last Monday, the place of interment being Penuel burial ground. NEW SHERIFFS IN SOUTH WALES.—The appoint- ment of Sheriffs in London on Saturday included the following: Carcliganshire: Edward Walter David Evans. of Camnant Hall. Llandyssui, Esq. Carmarthenshire Ernest Trubshaw, of Aelybryn, Llanelly, Esq. Pembrokeshire George Powell Roch, of Butter Hill, Milford Haven, Esq. Brecon- shire John Edward Vaughan, of Rheola, Neath, and Maesgronen, Esq. Radnorshire. James Mansergh, of Bryngwy, Rhayader, Esq. Glamor- ganshire Griffith Thomas, of Court Herbert, Neath, Esq. CARMARTHEN POINT TO POINT RACES.—A meeting of the Carmarthen Hunt was held on Saturday afternoon last, at the Boar's Head Hotel, when it was decided to hold this year's point to point races, on Thursday April 4th. Mr T. Parkinson, J.P., Castell Pigyn, and Mr J. F. Rees, veterinary surgeon, Carmarthen, were delegated to select the course, and Mr John Francis consented to again act as:hon. sec. There will be a steeplechase over a fair hunting country for members of all hunts in South Wales a race confined to members of the Carmarthen Hunt Club, and a race open to farmers over whose land the Carmarthenshire Hunt rides. CARMARTHEN COUNTY POLICE.—This court was held at the Town-hall, on Saturday, before Alder- man C. W. Jones, Carmarthen (vice-chairman); Mr A. 0. Davies. Upland; Mr J. Lloyd Thomas, Gilfach and Mr T. Parkinson, Castell Pigyn. David Evans, Blaenantcoch, Conwil, was sum- moned for having an unmuzzled dog on the high- way, and fined Is and 8s costs.—James Thomas, Rhydymarchog, Newchurch, was summoned fur causing an unfenced chaffcutter to be worked by I horse-power. P.C. Harries proved the case, and defendant when asked if he had anything to say, replied "Ob, pay" (laughter). Fined Is and 8s costs. SUCCESS OF THE LAWRENNY STABLE IN ENGLAND.—The Maiden Hurdle Race of 500 sovs. at Hurst Park, on Friday last, was won by Mr Barclay Walker's horse Mr Quilp," which is trained at Lawrenny, by Mr Lort Phillips, against such well- known horses as "The Reeve" and "Australian Star." E. Morgan was the rider, and the odds were 100 to 7 against. The Daily Mail sporting writer referring to the event statesOne would have to hark back a long way for a parallel to the result of the Maiden Hurdle Race. This class of contest is viewed with a distaste born of experience by those who lay against horses. The percentage of favourites that win is very large, and nothing else receives much notice from backers. Precedent was knocked into a cocked hat, therefore, when the despised and unknown Mr Quilp squandered his opponents and beat them like a lot of hacks. Quite a small fortune was entrusted to "The Reeve" and "Australian Star," and in less degree Baldoyle" and "Benhead" were heavily sup- ported. From start to finish Mr Quilp's victory was never in doubt, and the hollow character of it made a great impression upon experts, it certainly was a brilliant performed for a four year-old to run away from more seasoned horses of a class not often represented in hurdle races. He came originally from Ireland, the nursery of jumpers, and had won upon his only previous appearance in public, which was made in a mile fiat race at Newcastle West. He is trained in Wales by the well-known master of the Pem- brokeshire Foxhounds, Mr Lort Phillips, of Law- renny Park, in that country, Mr Barclay Walker, the owner, doubtless, being one of his friends. Admitting the marked superiority of the winner a word of praise is nevertheless due to "King's" Idler," an American-bred colt hailing Hednesford. When a horse spreadeagles his field as the hunch- back did the placings are apt to be unreliable, but in the present instance King's Idler was second on his merits.—At the same meeting Mr G. Saunders-Davies won the Richmond Steeplechase Plate on "Cushenden," a Grand Nationall candidate, the betting being 7 to 2 on.-On I Saturday, Mr Bibby's Zodiac, ridden by E. Morgan was second to Major Edward's Levanter." FOOTBALL.—Carmarthen and Lampeter College were engaged in a Rugby contest, at the Park, on Saturday afternoon last. The Collegians were well represented, but the homesters had a very poor team. Lampeter eventually won by 3 goals 2 tries to 1 try. Clarke scored for Carmarthen.—On Thursday last week, Carmarthen Training College played Swansea Temple, under Association rules, and won by 3 goals to nil. DEATH OF MR. JOHN LEWIS, LLANGYFELACH.— Numerous friends will hear with profound regret of the death of Mr..1 ohn Lewis, Cadlefach Farm, near Llandefelach, Glamorganshire, which occurred on Thursday, March 7th. Mr. Lewis, who was 59 years of age at the time of his death, was a brother of Mr. Edward Lewis, Cillefwr, and Rev. Thomas Lewis, the newly appointed rector of Lampeter-Velfrey, Pembrokeshire. He had only been at Cadlefach for a short period. Prior to his taking un farming there, he carried on business as a grocer at Swansea. His eyesight completely failed him three years ago. He had only been ill a few weeks, suffering first from a cold. which developed into influenza and bronchitis. He leaves a widow, but no family. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon, the place of interment being Llanllwch Churchyard. Mr. Roderick, vicar of Cocket, officiated at the house, and the Rev. R. D. Rees, curate of Llanllwch, at church and the graveside. The chief mourners were Mrs. Lewis, Cadlefach (widow), Miss Lewis, Cillefwr (sister), Mr. Edward Lewis and Rev. Thomas Lewis (brothers). There were no flowers. Miss Davies, the organist, played the Dead March in Saul at the close of the service. INQUEST AT CARMARTHEN.—The Borough Coroner (Mr T. Walters) held an inquiry at the Town-hall, Carmarthen, on Thursday evening last week, into the circumstances attending the death of Mrs Sarah Davies, wife of Mr James Davies, tailor, 25, Francis-terrace, which took place on the previous Tuesday night. From the evidence of deceased's husband, it appeared that they had been married fifteen years, and had no children. She was 66 years of age, and surterea rrom Daa aigesnon, ror which she was taking patent pills. On Tuesday evening, about 9.30, she went upstairs to make the bed, and as she was a rather long time he called out to her, but received no answer. He then lighted a candle and went up, when he found her on the floor by the bed, dead. The bed had not been made. Latterly she had been suffering from shortness of breath, but was in good spirits. The last time she had been medically attended was twelve months ago, when she saw Dr. Harries. Her life was not insured she did not believe in life insurance.—Mrs Harriet Jones, wife of Mr W. Jones, bookbinder, Wood's-row, said she was deceased's step-daughter. She went to the de- ceased's house about a quarter to eleven on Tues- day night, and found her in the bedroom, with her heai lying on a chair, and one arm on the bed which was partly made. There was a slight bruise on the head corresponding to the place where the head was down on the chair, She had noticed she suffered from shortness of breath sne could not walk upstairs without stopping.—Dr. Price, who was called in to see deceased, gave his opinion that death resulted from heart disease, and the jury, of which Mr Z. D. Jones was the fore- man, returned a verdict accordingly. DEATH OF MR. SAMUEL REES.—It is with deep regret and sympathy we record the death, under most distressing circumstances, of Mr Samuel Rees, Craigmaespica, Lower Cwmtwrch, which took place on Tuesday of last week. It appears that the deceased, who was a colliery official, was going home, and in order to make a short cut of the way, took to the railway at Tro'rgleien, and was overtaken by the 5.15 Midland train from Brynamman to Swansea, as it was crossing a bridge over the river at Cwmtwrch. Mr Rees was knocked down by the steps of the engine, his spine being cut between the shoulders. The back of his head was also cut, and he was killed on the spot. There was a great flood in the river at the time, and no doubt the sound of the water was greater than the sound of the train, and there being a sharp curve just above the bridge, the train could not be seen at a great distance, and must have caught him unawares, as there was enough room to pass on the bridge. The deceased, who was 77 years of age, was very highly re- spected in the district, of which he was a native. and extremely popular among all classes. It was only necessary to know poor Samuel Rees to love him-so endearing and inoffensive was his nature. He was a faithful member and deacon for a great number of years at the Bethania C.M. Chapel, and a life-long abstainer. He will be greatly missed, and widespread is the sympathy shown towards the widow in her bereavement, and his two sons, well known in the Carmarthen district: Mr Glaslwyn Rees, at one time a student at the Old College School, Carmarthen, and Mr W. T. Rees, the local representative of the Sunlight Soap Company, who are now left to mourn the loss of a kind, loving-an ideal father. The inquest was held on Friday, the 8th inst., when the jury gave a verdict of Accidental death, due to above causes," and they recommended the railway company to provide a foot-bridge at this juncture, as they have done away with the one existing at the time when the line was made. The funeral took place on Saturday, and was the largest that has ever been seen in the district. There were tliirty-three carriages, and the proces sion was over half a mile long, and the men carry- ing the coffin did not have to carry twice from Cwmtwrch to Cwmgiedd-a distance of about four miles. The following ministers took part in the service at Cwmgiedd :—Rev W. P. Jones, Bethania. Cwmtwrch (C.M.); Rev B. James, Beulah, Cwmtwrch (Baptist); Rev W. M. Morgan, Sardis, Ystradgynlais (Congregationalist) Rev Isaac Thomas, Ferryside (C.M.); Rev D. G. Jones. Pontardawe (C.M.); Rev Richard Howells, Neath (C.M.): and Rev W. Griffiths, Cwmgiedd (C.M.).
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CARMARTHEN TOWN NOTES. Mr Ernest Trubshaw, Aelybryn, the new high-sheriff for Carmarthenshire, has appointed Mr W. Buckley Roderick, Llanelly, under-sheriff, and Mr James John, Carmarthen, acting under- sheriff. The casualty lists from South Africa announce the death from enteric fever of Private George Thomas Jones, 1st Welsh Regiment. Private Jones was a Carmarthen lad, his grandfather being Mr Thomas, 40 Lammas-street. Recruits for the Carmarthenshire Militia are now being received, and although, owing to the war and other causes, the number at present is not so large as usual, there appears a prospect of a fair number joining before the training period expires. The officers attending at the barracks are Captain Kennedy, and the adjutanl. Captain Molesworth. The departure of their instructor for South Africa, left the Carmarthen Volunteers in a bit of a fix." However, difficulties have now been overcome by the appointment of Colour-Sergeant Abel Davies as instructor, and Private Samuel Evans as armourer. The company drills on Mon- day evenings are gradually drawing a better attendance, and several recruits have recently joined. It seems certain that the Carmarthen members of the 1st Welsh Volunteer Service Company will soon be on the way back, and it behoves us at home to prepare for them a right royal reception. In other towns arrangements have been made, and it is time now that we should buckle to" and see what can be done in the matter. Yesterday (Thursday) the Rev. Lewis Davies, B.A. late curate of St. David's, left Carmarthen to take up his new position as curate in charge of Dunvant, Glamorganshire. Prior to his departure he was the recipient of a handsome ebony salad bowl, with solid silver mounts, and servers to match, from the governor and officers at H.M. Prison, where he has acted as deputy-chaplain for the last 6J years. His departure is much regretted by all the parishioners of St. David's, with whom he had made himself personally popular during the whole of his stay in Carmarthen, by the conscientious and affable discharge of his duties. The Board of Guardians have a considerable amount of patronage at their disposal just now. There are the vacant offices of master and matron, and of relieving officer for the Conwil district. For both posts, we understand, there are numerous applicants, and the Guardians will, we are sure, have been pestered out of their lives in the efforts to secure their support. Some of them, however, seem to like the canvassing, because of the petty importance it gives them above their fellows. In the advertisement for master and matron, it is stipulated that the applicants should be 11 with- out incumbrance." What does incumbrance mean? or, at least, what do the Guardians consider the word means? If it means they should be with- out children, it is quite possible that they are debarring some of the very best applicants; and for no reason whatever, for it is well known that where a master and matron have children they are obliged to pay a certain sum for their keep, if they are brought up on the premises. ) Then, again, the children may be of such an age that they can be put out to live with friends, and therefore would be no incumbrance upon the performance of the duties of the respective offices. It would be very poor policy to restrict the applications in such a manner as to debar such applicants as referred to. I Once again does Carmarthen give a title to a member of the nobility. The Duchess of Leeds on Tuesday gave birth to a son and heir at Bord- ighera, and the newly-born babe inherits the title of Marquess of Carmarthen. The last Marquess of Carmarthen was the second son of the ninth Duke of Leeds, and was born September 18th. 1862. He succeeded his father as tenth Duke of Leeds in 1895, prior to which date he had been M.P. for Brixton from 1887. He has also been member of the London County Council since 1898. The new Marquess is heir to 24,300 acres. The Duchess of Leeds is the daughter of the second Earl of Dur- ham, and was married in 1884. There are four daughters. The Duchess is an authoress, and has produced "A love of the beautiful," "Capriccio," &c. Mr H. F. Ellingford, F.R.C.O., has commenced his duties as organist of St. Peter's Church, Carmar- then. He resides at Mrs Johns', Spilman-street, and, we understand, is anxious to carry on the choir, formerly conducted by Mr Silver, for the purpose of competing at the National Eisteddfod at Merthyr. The members will be called together at an early date to decide whether they are willing again to take up the Hymn of Praise or not. It will be a great pity if the choir does not take advantage of the opportunity to continue the musical instruction, so ably imparted by Mr Silver, under his successor. A Ladies' Choir, for competition at Carmarthen Eisteddfod, will be commenced by Mr Ellingford, in Priory-street School, on Tuesday next, at eight o'clock. The fishing season has now commenced, and wielders of the rod and line, with unfailing patience, are doing their best to lure members of I the finny tribe, by dangling succulent angle-worms before them, with more or less success. The weather, is, however, still rather cold, and the pastime is not too prolific of results. The members I of the Carmarthen Angling Association have again the great privilege of fishing in the waters I of the Gwendraeth, by the kind permission of Mr W. F. D. Saunders. lu acknowledging the honour of re-election to the presidentcy of the Association, Mr Saunders writes:-I am much obliged to the Carmarthen Amateur Angling Association for asking me again to act as president, which honour I have much pleasure in accepting, although I wish that the Association had a president who could do more for the Association than I am able to do. It is a very kind thought of the Association to wish to give me R5 towards stocking the Gwen- draeth with yearlings, which I shall be very pleased to accept. If thb Association will allow me to do so, I should prefer not to put the yearlings in the river this year, but to put them into a stock pond until about February, 1902. when I ought to have some very fine trout to turn out into the river. If I find that any are growing much quicker than others, of course they must go out before that. It will be a great pleasure to me to look after them, and have them well fed so as to increase their growth as quickly as possible. *#* Mr. Saunders continues: Yearlings will be very small this year, so I think that they will be better in a stock pond. When I do turn them out, I shall only turn them into the part of the river to which the C.A.A.A. has access. Should I take a few to change the blood on my private part, I will make up the quantity out of the trout I am rearing myself. I am making stock ponds now, and will soon have one ready for the C.A.A.A. trout. I am making the pond in such a way that I shall be able to let the water quickly out of either, when I see that the trout require to be sorted for size, otherwise if large ones are allowed to remain in the same ponds as the small ones these would soon disappear. I think that I shall be able to get about 350 year- lings (S. fario) for £ 5. If I find that the yearlings are growing very quickly I may turn some of them into the river late this summer, but that will have to be decided on later.—It would be a very great gain to the fishery, if other riparian owners would follow the example of Mr Saunders and establish hatcheries and stock-ponds, instead of leaving the matter to the Fishery Board, whose funds are too small to employ enough bailiffs, much less going in for hatcheries on the scale that is really required to keep up the fishery.
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CARMARTHENSHIRE. I FELINGWM. PLOUGHING AND HEDGING MATCHES.—The above matches took place on fields kindly placed at the dis- posal of the committee by Messrs. John Williams, Tirbach, and C. Davies, Glancapel. In spite of the inclemency of the weather the various prizes were very keenly competed for, and the ploughing reached a high standard. The awards were as follows:—First class (open(—1st, Hugh Pugh, Brechfa; 2nd, Willie Davies, Blaencwm: 3rd, Evan Jones, Alltvferin. Second class (given by T. L. Aslett, Esq.) -I st and 3rd, divided between Titus Davies, Cincoed, and Thomas Evans, Nantycerrig, Conwil; 2nd, Tom Jones, Cefn; 4th, Simon Thomas, Alltygoleu. Third class—1st, Willie Davies, Cwrt; 2nd, David Thomas, Cwmgwyn; 3rd, John Evans, Cwmcoch. Fourth class (given by M. L. W. Lloyd-Price, Esq., Bryncothi), to be competed for by persons holding or residing on land over which his hounds are permitted to draw)-lst, Martin Curson, Ynyswen; 2nd and 3rd, divided between D. Williams, Llwynfortune, and Tom Williams, Glancapel; 4th, Tom Thomas, Cefnmeiros. Hedging (given by Colonel W. Gwynne- Hughes) 1 st, Thomas Jones, Pentrefelin; 2nd, W. Davies, Felingwm. Horseshoes-D. Jones, R.S.S., Felingwm. Special Prizes: Best team of horses suitable for agricultural purposes (prize given by Messrs. Currie, Rowlands, and Co., Seacombe, Liver- pool)—1st, D. Evans, Ynyswen 2nd, E. H. Bath, Esq., Alltyferin. Best pair of cobs (given by Mr W. Thomas, ironmonger, Carmarthen)—Simon Thomas, Alltygoleu. Best mare on the field (given by Mr C. E. Davies, M.R.P.S., Carmarthen)—Mr E. H. Bath. Best groomed team of horses (given by Dr. Morris, Nantgaredig)- D. Evans, Ynyswen. Best cob (given by Mrs. Phillips, Dark-gate, Carmarthen)-C. Davies, Glancapel. Best team walking, to be judged when ploughing (given by Messrs. D. Jones, carpenter, and D. Jones, R.S.S., Felingwm) —Simon Thomas. Best furrows on the off- side (given by Messrs. T. Jones & Sons, Priory Foundry, Carmarthen)—Hugh Pugh, Brechfa. Best furrow in Second Class (given by Mr Davies, saddler, Chapel- street, Carmarthen)—T. Evans, Nantycerrig, Conwil. Best furrow in Third Class (given by Mrs. Morgan, grocer, Guildhall-square, Carmarthen)—Willie Davies, Cwrt. Best set of harness—1st (given by Mr Davies, saddler, Nantgaredig), D. Evans, Ynyswen; 2nd (given by Mr J. Bowen, ironmonger, Lammas-street, Car- marthen)—Mr E. H. Bath. Cleanest set of harness (given by Mr G. Phillips, M.R.P.S., Carmarthen)—D. Evans, Ynyswen. First to finish the allotted space (given by Mr John Isaac, R.S.S., Horeb)—Tom Thomas, Cefnmeiros. Best pair of lines (given by Mr J. Bowen, ironmonger, Carmarthen) Simon Thomas. Best working plough (given by Mr William Thomas, iron- monger)—Hugh Pugh, Brechfa. Oldest competitor on the field (given by Mr Williams, ironmonger, Lammas- street, Carmarthen)—Simon Thomas. The judges were: —Ploughing: Messrs. T. Davies, Blaennanthir, Cil- rhedyn; J. Phillips, Llwyncarw; and J. Roberts, Cwm, Llanegwad. Hedging: Mr D. J. Harries, Penllwyni. Horses, etc. Messrs. T. Davies, Abersannan, and J. H. Davies, Werndrefi. Horse-shoes: Messrs. John Isaac, Cambrian Forge, Carmarthen; and W. Morgan, Mansel Arms, Llanarthney. Chairman of committee Mr C. Davies, Glancapel. Treasurer: Mr John James, Brondawe. Secretary: Mr W. E. Richards, Board School.