The Welshman

KIDWELLY. MUSICAL SUCCESS.—Master William James Phillips, son of Mr J. Phillips, has just passed with honours the examination of Trinity College, London, in piano- forte playing. He is a pupil of Mr Luther Owen, Llanelly. THE CHURCH INSTITUTE. Strenuous efforts are being made just now to popularise this institution, aud we wish the commmittee every success in their endeavour. We notice that a prize is offered for the best essay on the best means of improving the status of the institute. SPORT.—Mr. Ivor Anthony, of Tenby (son of Mr John Anthony, the well-known horse breeder and trainer, Cilveithy) is a candidate for election for qualification as a rider under Irish National Hunt Rules. We hope he will get elected. DAIRY CLASSES.—Classes for the teaching of scientific butter making have been going on at the Town Hall, and will continue for a fortnight. Miss Thomas. U.C.W., Aberystwith, is the teacher Messrs. J. Morgan, junr., Gwenllian, and S. H. Anthony, Penlan, are making the local arrange- ments. COMING FETES.—The Church people are busy arranging for their annual fete, which this year promises to eclipse any hitherto held in point of novelty and attractiveness. It will probably be held very early in August.—The Wesleyan Swiss Fair, etc., is to come off on June 27th at the Old Castle. MABON."—Mr. W. Abraham, M.P. ("Mabon") was at Kidwellv on Monday evening last week, and he delivered a most interesting lecture on his recent trip to America, to a large audience at the Town Hall in aid of the funds of the' Kidwelly Reading Room and Institute. Alderman Dl. Stephens, Arlais, presided. FUNERAL OF MRS. EMANUEL.—On Friday after- noon of last week the funeral of Mrs. Jane Em- anue!. of Tyrbank, whose death we briefly re- ported last week, took place. The coffin for the deceased lady had to be made of great size, and it was the largest ever seen here, being 35 inches across the shoulders and 23 inches deep. It was of polished oak, and supplied by Messrs Morgan, of Kidwelly. The service at the house was con- ducted by the Vicar of Kidwelly, Rev. D. D. Jones, he being assisted in the church and at the graveside by the Rev. LI. Davies, curate of ivid- welly, and the Rev. W. Glynfab Williams, curate of Llandurry, Pembrey. VISIToRs.-On Safurday last we were honoured with visits to this town from first two young lady disciples of the celebrated Rev. John Alex. Dowie, of Zion City, U.S.A. They came, they said "to deliver this glorious message to the people," and to sell Dowie's periodical" IÆaves of Healing." Secondly, the Rev. George Eyre Evans, the celebrated antiquarian, whose contri- butions to the Welshman are read with great interest. We are looking forward to a big article from his pen after this visit. Mr. Evans was taken to the church by the Vicar, and there shown everything that was of antiquarian in- terest, and this means a very great deal. THIS YEAR'S SHOW.—A very enthusiastic meet- ing of the Agricultural, Horticultural, and Fan- ciers* Society was held at the Town Hall on Thurs- day evening last week. Mr. John Thomas, Velin- dre, presided. A letter was read from Mr. E. V. Davies giving up the secretaryship owing to his continued illness, and asking the Committee to elect another. The Committee have been foi-tiin- ate in securing the services of Mr. John Morgan, ,i-,ini- Gwenllian, last year's treasurer, for the office, and Mr. D. S. Davies, London House, has kindly accepted the office of treasurer. A vote of sympathy with Mr E V Davies in his illness was unanimously passed by those present, and the secretary was asked to convey this to Mr. Davies. Some few minor details were also settled at the meeting. DEATH OF MR. J. GR'FFITHS IN AmE-Blc,&Last number of the Victoria Chronicle gives a notice of the death of Mr Jerry Griffiths, a native of Llanellv, who emigrated to America some 40 years ago. He went out in 1864 on the ship Robert Lowe. He was one of the most popular of the pioneer residents of the city of Victoria, British Columbia. As Wharfinger for the Canadian Pacific Navigation Company for years, he came to know most of the business men of the province, who all esteemed him highly. On his arrival the city of Victoria was in a fever of excitement owing to the influx of a horde of miners from California and Australia, bound to the Caraboo gold diggings. He caught the fever, and was one of the first party to reach William's Creek, where the original strike was made a year before. Not meeting with the success he antici- pated, he set out for the Ominicea country, which he reached after many hardships. He located on Slate Creek. For eeverai years he operated with very good results. Ultimately getting tired of the life of a miner, he returned to Victoria, and entered the employ tof the Hudson Bay Company as wharfinger. He leaves a widow and six children out in Victoria. His only brother lives at Southport, England. He has two sisters living, one in Russia and one in Kidwelly. These will be well remembared by the older Llanellv people as the children of David Griffiths, who lived at Coldbath House many years ago.

LLANSTEPHAN. WILL OF THE LATE MR. NOEL CHURCH.—Mr Samuel Bridge Noel Church, of Llanstephan, Carmarthenshire, who died on the 12th April last, aged 44 years, son of the Rev Samuel Church Church, loft estate of the gross value of zC7,826, including personality of the net value of E7,427 16s. Id.. and probate of his will, dated the 2nd of April, 1890, with three codicils, has been granted to Mr William Powell Price, of Brecon, solicitor. The testator left an annuity of JE260 to his father during his life, and an annuity of £ 36 to Sarah Escott, and he left £ 5,000 to be held in trust for his sister, Margaret Juliana Elizabeth Church, for life, and the remainder to her children, but should she marry without the con- sent of the said Mr Price, or become a Roman Catholic, then this legacy is to be reduced to 2500. He loft L6,000 in trust for his son, John Church Church E4,000 in trust for his brother, Arthur Gainsborough Church R3,000 in trust for his brother, Cyril Gerrard Church; and S2,000 in trust for his brother, Francis William Church. The ultimate residue, subject to certain conditions, is left to the said Mr William Powell Price. ANNIVEESAEY SERVICES. —The. Calvinistic Methodist Church of the above place held its anniversary services last Tuesday and Wednesday, the 16th and 17th inst., when the Rev. M. H Jones, B.A., Carmarthen, and the Rev. W. E. Prytherch, of Swansea, preached. It was the Rev. John Williams, of Liverpool, that had beeD expected and announced, but owing to his desire b be with Mr Evan Roberts in his removal from Capel Curig to Anglesey, he asked to be released, and the above ministers kindly consented OIl a short notice to undertake the services. The weather was ideal, and the chapel was crowded at each meeting, the revival fervour being very manifest among the congregation.

LLANEOWAD. I PARISH COUNCIL.—The Parish Council met at Velingwm Schoolroom on Tuesday, 16th inst. Present: Rev. Evan Thomas, vicar; Messrs. D. Davies, Cwrt; D. Francis, Penlan-fach E. Evans, Tynewydd; J. Thomas, Cwmgwyn; C. Davies, Glancapel; D. Jones, Brynamlwg; T. Thomas, Glandwr; and D. J Richards, Nantybastau.— On the motion of Mr. D. Francis, seconded by Mr B. Evans, the Rev. E. Thomas, in the absence of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman, was unani- mously voted to the chair.—Mr. D. J. Richards moved that two new stiles be erected on the pub- lic footpath between Nantybastau & Graig Farms. This was seconded by Mr. John Thomas, Cwm- gwyn, and carried.—Mr. Charles Davies moved an objection on the ground that it would be an opening to other similar applications, which were, in his opinion unnecessary but found no seconder. —Messrs. D. Jones, Brynamlwg, D. Davies, Cwrt, and D. J. Richards, Nantybastau, were appointed to carry out the erection of these stiles, and superintend the work.—It was unanimously resolved that the motion that stood in the name of Mr. John Simpson, of having a public hearse for the parish be deferred to the next meeting.— The Clerk, in virtue of his office as assistant over- seer, presented his estimate of receipts and ex- penditure for the current half year, which re- vealed an alarming increase of £ 139 on the last half year, which represents 5jd. increase in the R.-A good many of the members expressed their regret and disapproval of the rapid and great in- crease in the rates, which in their opinion in the near future will affect a good section of the rate- payers to an unbearable extent.—It was ulti- mately resolved that a rate of 2s. lOd. in the £ on the assessable value be made and assessed for the relief of the poor and other purposes chargeable on the parish for the current half year.—Mr. T. Thomas gave notice that he would bring forward at the next meeting the question of setting a'new stile by the gate on the boundary between Ffosy- gosog and Cwmddolf&wr Farms.

I NEWCASTLE-EMLYN. I NEWCASTLE-EMLYN, Friday.—Prices were as follows: —Porkers, 7s Od per icore weauers (8 to 10 weeks old), 17,1 to 20.1 each sheep, 3d to 4d per lb; lambs, 4j^d per lb; calves, 4d per lb; young fowls, 4s Od to 5s 6d per couple old ditto, 3s to 3s 6d per couple. Eggs, 10 for 6d. Fresh butter, in rolls, lid to Is per lb ditto, in tubs, 9d per lb. MAY FAIR.—This fair was not so well attended this year, and trade was not brisk. Yet good horses changed hands at very fair prices. Cobs and roadsters fetched fi-om L25 to £ 45 each. Cows and calves were sold from £ 10 to L14. Two- year-olds fetched from 1:8 to LIO, and yearlings jE6 to tS. The most attractive part of the fair was found near the merry-go-rounds, and the tricky sellers of watches, etc. A good number were nicely trapped, and will not forget May Fair for some time. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—The fortnightly meeting of this Board was held on Friday last week at the Workhouse. There were present: Ald. J. Lewis' Meiros Hall (chairman); Mr. E. Thomas, Coed- llwyd (vice-chairman) Mrs. Evans, Esgair, Pen- bryn Dr. A. T. Evans, Llandyssul; Mr. T. Bar- ret, Cross Vale, Alltywalis; Mr. W. J. Wallis Jones, Pencader Mr. D. Lewis, Frondeg; Mr. J. Davies, Pcntgareg Mr. H. Davies, Sychnant; Mr T. Williams, Pontbren; Mr. T. Morris, Cefn- maesmawr Mr. D. James, Voel; Mr. W. Marks, Penyrallt Mr. J. Rees, Clungwyn Mr. J. Jones, Llwynbedw, Boncath; Mr. T. Bowen, Pencwarau Mr. J. Griffiths, Gwndwn; Mr. T L. Thomas, Gyfeile; Mr. T. Jones, Fron lr. W. Jones, Pen- craigwen Mr. T. Thomas, Penwern Mr. D. M. Davies, Clunfelin; Mr. T. Davies, Cilweunydd- fawr Mr. J. J Davies, Adpar Mr. T. Davies, Bronwion Dr. Lloyd; and Mr. D. T. George, clerk.- There was a balance of £ 1,200 in the hands of the Treasurer.—There were 15 inmates in the Workhouse in the first week of the fort- night, and 19 in the second week. Of the num- ber five were imbeciles. The number of vagrants relieved during the fortnight was 133.—The Board thanked Miss Beck (daughter of Mr. Beck, the stationmaster), for conducting religious service at the Workbouse.-Oiving to Mr. J. Thomas, the relieving officer, being indisposed it was proposed by Mr. E. Thomas, CoedMwyd, seconded by Mr. Wallis Jones, and unanimously agreed that Miss May Thomas (daughter) lie re-appointed assistant for three ni-onths.-Mrs. i-vans, Esgair, censured one of the Guardians for indecent language while speaking of a married couple living in the parish of Llangeler, receiving out-door relief.—Mr. T. Williams, of Pontbren. also spoke to the same effect, stating that such language was unbecom- ing, and tended to lower the dignity of tie Board.-Tlie Chairman was also of the same opin- ion, and hoped that it would not qe repeated in future, otherwise he would be compelled to put a stop to it. NEWCASTLE-EMLYN RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL.— The annual meeting of this Council was held on Friday last week, at the Workhouse. There was a full attendance of members.—It was proposed by Mr. Wallis Jones, seconded by Mr. T. Davies, Cil- wennydd-fawr, and unanimously agreed that Ald. J Lewis be the chairman of the Council.—It was proposed by Mr. Barrett, seconded by Mr. Jones, Fron, that Mr. Wallis Jones be the vice-chairman of the Council.—It was proposed by Mr. D. Lewis, seconded by Mr. T. Davies, Cilweunydd-fawr, that Mr. H. Davies, Sychnant, be the vice-chairman, but he declined to be nominated.—Aid. J. Lewis proposed that Mr. J. Davies, Pontgareg, be the vice-chairman. The resuit. of tb? Tv?)Do' ms as folloNN-s: Mr. Wallis Jones, G-; Mr. J. Davies, 7. Mr. Davies was declared elected.—Dr. Lloyd made a short report upon the sanitary state of Pen- cader, and said that the whole village was in a very fair state, with well-built and clean houses, although some of the water supplies may be siis, picious, especially that in the field opposite the Post-office, as the water was flowing through a. common drain, and some surface refuse may per- colate to the same. A pipe drain should be made from the source.—On the motion of Mr. Wallis Jones, Pencader, seconded by Mr. Thomas, Pen- wern, it was agreed that portions of the road be- tween Cwmgwen Bridge and Dolgran be widened, subject to permission being given by the landlords. -On the motion of Mr. Jones, Pencraigwen, se- conded by Mr. Lewis, Frondeg, it was decided that the Council take over the road between Yetwen and Plygyrhiw.-It was proposed by Mr. Davies, Pontgareg and seconded by Mr Wallis Jones that the road be put in repair before it be taken over. -On the motion of Mr. Wallis Jones, seconded by Mr. T. Davies, Cilweunydd-fawr, it was agreed that some portions of the road between Whither and Maesnewydd be widened.—On the motion of Mr. Wallis Jones, seconded by Mr. Jones, Fron, it was agreed to ask the County Council to take over the small portion of the road which is be- tween Llandyssul Bridge and Half Moon, Pont- welly. The other portions are already repaired I by the county.—The Surveyor reported an en- croachment on the road side between Cross Inn and Blaencwm. As the piece had been planted with potatoes it was agreed to let the same remain I until potato picking, on condition that the owner I will remove the railing then.—Mr. J. Bowen, in- spector of nuisances, read over his report.

TRELECH-AR-BETTWS PARISH CHURCH.—On Tuesday, 16th inst., at 2.30 p.m. the Lord Bishop of St. David's held a confirmation at the Parish Church. It was a red letter day in the history of the parish, inasmuch as it is 57 years, or thereabouts, since a Bishop of St. David's held a confirmation at Trelech Church. The church has been completely restored, and two days before it was re-opened the Episcopal Palace at Abergwili was burned to the gi-ouno, and very much against his will the Bishop was unable to be present at the re-opening services. This year a confirmation was held here, and so the Bishop came and visited the church. His Lordship ex- pressed himself much pleased with the church in particular, and with the Church work in gene-.tl, which reflects great cred-i, on the energetic Vicnr and his unwavering and loyal supporters. The total number of candidates presented for .-enfir- mation was 32, distributed as follows: From Mci- drym, 10; Llanwinio, 7; Merthyr, 3; and iroro Trelech, 12. The Vicar of the Parish, the Rev. W. H. Jones, acted as the Bishop's chaplain. The Bishop delivered three addresses, two in Wel»n and one in English. The church was full with a most attentive and reverent congregation. Ihe addresses were delivered with deep feeling and real earnestness, and it is sincerely hoped that the advice given to all who were present will take deep root downward and bring forth fruit upward to the glory of God. The following clergymen were present: Revs. J. W. Jones, vicar of Meidrym E. A. Davies, vicar of Llanwinio J. M. Evans, rector of Merthyr, Carmarthen; Eynon Hughes, Llan- dilo; D. A. Thomas, Cockett, Swansea; W. H. Jones, vicar; and D. J. Evans, Abernant. Mrs. Trafford, Plashoel, with her usual kindness gave tea. In the evening evensong was read by the Rev. D. J. Evans, Abernant, and an English ser- mon was delivered by the Rev. D. A. Thomas, and a Welsh sermon was preached by the Rev. Eynon Hughes, Llandilo. The church was literally cram- med, many not having even standing room. At the evening service a sacred solo was effectively rendered by Mr. Owen. The singing, which was hearty and truly congregational in character was under the conductorship of Mr. Jot-ham Phillips, Cilhir-uchaf, whilst the organ was manipulated by Mr. D. J. Phillips, Bronllan. The following presided at the tea tables: Mrs. Jenkins, Brn- teilo Mrs. Jones, Llwyncrwn; Mrs. Davies, Tre- noeth; Mrs. Ho wells, Groesffordd; assisted by Mrs. Jones, Sarnau, Talog; Mrs. Jones, Cwm- tawel; Miss Hughes, Pensingcrugiau; and Mr. and Mrs. Evans, Tyuchaf. The churchwardens, Messra. Thomas and Jenkins deserve great praise for their genuine work during their term of office.

AMROTH. TSA AND .TROCESSION. — lhe third annual tea ) andprocession of the Amroth United Band of Hope took place on Wednesday, May 17th. The weather turned out exceptionally favourable, and both events proved to be a great success. Mem- bers and friends met in large numbers at the Congregational Chapel Axt 1.30 to proceed along the route leading from there to Amroth Parish Church and Colby Lodge, returning by Cwms and Beulah Hill to the Castle Grounds) where the tea was provided. The procession was headed by the Tenby Band. The number of those who joined in the procession was somewhere about 135, but a much larger number took tea. Incidentally it. may be mentioned that the United Band of Hope was only formed on May 13th, 1903. and at pre- sent is in a very flourishing condition. The pro- cession on Wednesday reflects much credit on all concerned. It was very pleasing to see so many children present. The banner which the Com- mittee purchased for the occasion looked veryneat Through the usual kindness and liberality of Mr. Owen Philipps, J.P. (the Liberal candidate for the Pembroke Boroughs) the Castle grounds were pkiced at their disposal. Both adults and child- lpxc took tea on the lawn in the open air. All present seemed to have done themselves justice at the ta. bles, which were presided over by the lady members of the committee. Tea being over, some innocent games were played by the young people on the lawn. The gardener (Mr. J Davies) granted permission to go in and see the gardens, and this was much appreciated by all. At 7 p.m. all left the Castle grounds and proceeded to the Congregational Chapel for the entertainment, the Brass Band heading the procession. The chapel was crowded to excess, and many were obliged to stay outside. The meeting was presided" over by the Rev. J. H. Phillips, and Miss M. E. Lawrence .in d A l ,,?s -.N l. E. L-.iivrene acted as accompanist. The following was the pro- gramme: Recitation, Miss G. Sconrfield; ido, Safe in the Glory Land," Mr. R. Howells: reci- tation, The Young Abstainer," Master A. Wil- liams; solo, "Trust and Obey," Miss R. Waters; recitation, Miss J. Thomas anthem, Jerusalem my glorious home," Mr. W. Allen and friends; recitation, Miss H. Scourfield solo, The Father Reclaimed," Miss 1. Phelps solo, Will it pay?" Miss Morris, Tenby; recitation, Miss M. Law- rence; duett, Masters J. and B. James; recita- tion, Miss Evans, Longstone; recitation, Miss G. James solo, Ben Grey," Mr. B. 1. Evans. Lam- peter Velfrey; solo, "Beautiful Valley of Eden," I -illey of Eden, Miss E. Griffiths, Longstone; duett, Mrs. Isaacs and Miss James solo, The old fireside," Mr. L. Phelps. At the close the Rev. J. H. Phillips pro- jJosed, and Mr. Robert Davies seconded, a hearty vote of thanks to Mr. Owen Philipps, Amroth Castle; Mrs. Slader, Pendilo; Rev. L. James, Brynbank Mr. T. Phillips, Longlane; and others who contributed to the days programme. Mrs. Glanville has since kindly sent in a subscription. Hymn 26 (Hoyle's) was sung, and the meeting was terminated with the pronouncing of the Bene- diction. I

LLANELLY. STKANGE SUICIDE. The Llanelly coroner (Mr W. Buckley Roderick) held an inquest at Dafen on Satur- day, touching the death of Thomas Grahame, a tin-place worker, who committed suicide by swallowing a quantity of flux It appeared that the deceased lodged with Mr and Mrs Davies at Dafen, and was rather peculiar in his habits, associating with no one. On Thursday week, Mrs Davies was chastising her little boy, when Grahame interfered saying, If you want to kill anybody, kill me," at the same time striking her a violent blow over the temple. She told him that her husband should bear of what he had done, and alino-st immediately after he swallowed a portion of the contents of a bottle containing flux which he had brought from the works. The usual verdict of suicide was returned.

LLWYNHENDY. I MINING CLASS.—A very interesting meeting in connection with the mining class was held at the Council School on Monday evening last week. All arrangements for the purpose were made by the students, and proved very satisfactory. Mr. John Beynon, manager of Genwen Colliery, who is also a student, presided. A well selected pro- gramme was gone through, consisting of recita- tions, solos, duetts, pianoforte and violin solos, and gramophone selections. The object of the meeting was to present Mr. T. E. Davies, County Mining Lecturer, with a small present as a token of the respect and esteem in which he is held bv his students. The present consisted of anineroia barometer for finding the altitude of mountains and depth of mines, also a silver medal, suitably inscribed. The usual vote of thanks brought a very pleasant evening to a close.

I ST. CLEARS. A (loOD VFGETABLF,. A ',broccoli was cut last Saturday at Backe, St. Clears, in the gardeu of Mr James Davies, Belle View, late of Gelly, of huge dimensions, whose eatable flower alone weighed sixteen pounds. There are also leeks now in the garden ,vhich the ordinary hand canuot span. Are there any readers of the Welshman who know of any that can beat the above ? AN APPEAL FBOX ST. CLEARS TO REVIVALIST3.— Santa Olara writes: A^ we, the inhabitants of Lower St Clears, impress on our young people and children che importance of keeping the Lurd's Cjm- mandments, may we appeal to those persons whom we have seen taking prominent part in revival meetings to discontinue their Sunday visits to our district. By their so doing on the Sabjp.tb mote harm is done iu a day than the whole good they do in all the days of the year. He that keepeth the Commandments keeprth his soul. Modesty would also encourage less of the sin of pride. We also repeat the advice given by their elders to go from those meetings held till a late hour to their respective homes, instead of parading this part, more like geese than human beings, when some of us have retired to rest, or take some other direction. Perhaps those whom they seek may follow, and not vice versa. If our wishes be complied with, tranquility will lay supreme."

PEMBROKE-DOGK. PEMBROKESHIRE CALVINISTIC METHODISTS FESTITAL. —The tenth annual Musical Festival in connection with the churches of the South Pembrokeshire Calvinistic Methodists, took place at St. Andrew's Chapel, Pem- broke Dock, on Wednesday last week. Special trains conveyed the choirs from Clarbeston Road, Wiston, Haverfordwest, Milford, Tenby. Pembroke and other I | district places. The spacious chapel was filled, the balcony being reserved for the choirs, which numbered about 400. Mr Tom Price, of Merthyr. was this year again conductor, while Miss Gertrude Webb, of Pem- broke Dock, again presided at the beautiful orean. The choir wall taKPn bv T)r T. R p, T)avip>» M.D M.S. (London), of Milford Haven. The singing was excellent, and a high standard of efficiency was attained. The altos brought forth special praise, while the tenors were better than in previous years. The meeting was concluded with prayer by Rev. B. Lewis, Tenby. In the schoolroom the choirs were supplied with tea, as well as visitors, about 500 par- taking of the good things provided. At the evening service the chair was ably filled by Mr B. Lawrence, C C., Begelly, R.S.O. The service was opened by the singing of" Pwllheli," in which the congregation joined, after which a short address was given by the Chairman The singing in the evening was more perfect than in the afternoon. The anthem was exceedingly well rendered, and the conductor said that considering how difficult it was for small choirs to learn the piece he thought it reflected great credit on the respective local conductors. The Rev. Wm. Mendus (Haverfordwest), gave a good address. This concluded the singing festival, and after a few well chosen ex- pressions of thanks to the conductor and Miss Webb for their work the meeting was closed with prayer.

TENBY. ALLEGED THEFT OF FURNITURE. At Tenby, on Saturday, David Sylvester Leonard, a groom, late of Tenby, now residing at Pembroke Dock, was charged with stealing a quantity of furniture, the property of David Lewis, of Deer Park, Tenby. of the value of it 3s. 6d. Police-Constable George Phillips (66), who arrested defendant, said he searched the premises and found most of the articles alleged to have been stolen. Defendant told him he had a receipt for them. Com- plainant stated that defendant occupied a furnished room at his house, and left about 6 o'clock on Wednes- day morning for Pembroke Dock. The hearing was adjourned, defendant being admitted to bail.

HORSES, CATTLE, DOGS, BIRDS. THEELLIMAN E.F.A. BOOK. 193 pages, cloth board covers, Illustrated. 220,000 copies issued. A KNOWLEDGE OF ITS CONTENTS caue. the Elliman F,rst A:d Book (E.F.A.) animals treatment, to be iept handy for ready reference in <-ases of ncoidents to and ailments of HORSKS, CATTLK, DOGS. Bilws; such as log troublm, Rheiiinatinu, Common Cold, Pleurisy, Congestion of the Liver and Luuns, etc. in Horses Common Ailments of Cattle, of Does, and of Birds. May be ohtained price li- post free to all parts of the world (Foreign stamps accepted). Or upon terms to be fotmil dpon a label affixed to the outside of the back of the wrapper of bottles. 2 216 31B sizes ELLIMAWS ROYAL EMBROCATION. ELL/MAN'S for Sprains, Rheumatism, Curbs, Splints when forming. Sprung Sinews, Capped Hocks, Over-reaches, Bruises, Cuts, Broken Knees, Sore Shoulders, Sore Throats, Sore Backs' Sprains in Dogs, Cramp in Birds, etc. The Dogs-Birds section, 54 pages only, may be had apart from the complete book of 193 pages, and this section alone ("4 pages) is free and pos.- free. ELLIMAN, SONS & Co., SLOUGH. ENQ. [430 THE EARLY CHICK CATCHES THE MARKET.— I To mature birds quickly, making bent prices, the soft morning feed should be SPRATT'S PATENT CHICKEN MEAL, with "CHIKKO" as evening meal. Sold by all Corn Dealers and Grocers. Pamphlet Post Free, "Sample Dept. Spratt's Patent Ltd., 24-25, Fenchurch Street, London. [720

I VMam DlSTaMT i I Ev, S I Earl and Countess Cawdor are just now taking up their residence at the First Lord's House at the Admiralty, w jiieh luvs undergone thorough renovation. The list of electors for the Pembroke and Haverfordwest Boroughs lor the present year con- tains G.949 names. In Fein broke couuxy there are lü.8)0 voters. The death occurred on Saturday of Mr. D. Geo. Davies, of the Black Horse Hotel, Pontardulais. Deceased was joint secretary and treasurer of the Pontardulais Agricultural Society, and was a gen- eral favourite with ail da.ses.. Recently at the Cardiff and Swansea Wesleyan Synod, the candidates fcr the ministry recom- mended for acceptance by the Conference included Messrs. Fred Guy .Morris, Carmarthen, and W. Bertr'ind Smith. Pembroke-Dock. Mr. John Charles Brown, of 1. Victoria Road, Pembroke Dock, who died on December 10, left property of the value of £ 492 Os. -3d. Mrs. Eli- zabeth Jane Brown, the widow, is the sole execu- trix. Mr. Rees Morgans, of Llanwyncelyn, Llanfair- ar-y-bryn, Carmarthenshire, died on February 22, leaving property of the value of £ 217 18s. xhe surviving executrix of his will is Miss Esther Davies, of Llwvncelvn We understand that the living of Tremain and Blaenportli, rendered vacant by the resignation of the Rev. D. W. Herbert, is to be offered to the Rev. Mr. Evans, curate of Ammanford. The rev. gentleman has been in Holy Orders for 15 years. The estate is valued at £1.0":0 Is. od. of Mj-. B.. David Thomas, of Greenfield House. Woodstockr Treffgarne, Ai-nhleston. Pembroke, who died on April IGth. The executors are Miss Martha Brown, of Greenfield Hou.se, and William Eynonr of Maenclochog, innkeeper. T We are pleased to hear that fr. Angus Scott Lewis, youngest son of the late Rev. John Lewis, Tenby, has lately been appointed assistant solici- tor to the Treasury, under the Earl of Desart, the Treasury solicitor. Mr. Lewis served his articles with Mr. C. W. Rees Stokes, of Tenby. Mr. Joseph Jones, of Cwmooy, Gwynfy, Car- marthenshire, who died on the 11th November last, left estate valued at £ 3,973 3s.. and probate of his will has been granted to Mr. Joseph Evans, of Llanfair. Cardigan, and Mr. Gwylim Jones, of Cwmcoy. farmer. A Cardiganshire young lady, Miss Daisy Wil- lams, youngest daughter of Capt. Williams, suc- cessfully passed the theoretical examination of the Associated Board of the Royal Academy and RoyaL College of Music, recently held at Carmarthen. Miss Williams was a pupil of Miss Jones A.R.C.M. at the Pencader Grammar School. The president Mrs. Tyler, kindly entertained the ladies of the Lifeboat Institution committee at Glanhelig. on Wednesday afternoon last week, and after transacting general business in connec- tion with the branch, a sumptuous repast wa& served, and a most enjoyable afternoon was spent. On Saturday Mr. Richards, deputy coroner, held an inquest at Pontvberem, touching the death of Thomas Greville (23). On Thursday evening deceased while riding a horse fell to the ground and died. Deceased suffered from heart disease. The jury returned a verdict of Death from syncope." A bathing fatality occurred at Llanelly on Sun- day afternoon. David John Thomas (10), son of Mr. William John Thomas, of 10, Oxen Street, together with several other lads. went to bathe in the pond of the Burry Tinplate Works. Thomas got out of his depth and was drowned. The body was subsequently recovered by Rees Williams, Brickyard Row. A private meeting of the Llanelly Liberal Ex- ecutive Committee was held on Thursday night, 18th inst., to consider the manifesto issued by the local ministers, suggesting a plebiscite as between Mr. Alfred Davies. M.P., and Mr. Llewelyn Wil- liams. We have been informed that it was de- cided to invite the signatories to the manifesto to attend a meeting of the Executive. The London sale of Welsh Industries will take place on June (5th and 7th at Hvde Park House, Albert Gate, which Lady Xaylor Leyland has again most kindly lent to the Association for the two days' sale. The Cardiganshire stall promises to be most attracti ve a very good selection of tweeds will be shown, and some exceptionally line Aberystwith pebbles have been cut for exhibition.. The end of the mackerel season at 'Ivlilford Haven is drawing near, and many of the drifters are leaving the port and going elsewhere in pre- paration tor the herring fishery. The early part of the season was spoiled bv adVerce weat her, but for all that wonderful progress has been made, and this season has seen Milford Haven estab- lished as the principal port for the mackerel fish- ery. Mr. William James Thomas has died at Cart- let t, Haverfordwest. He was for 25 years in the telegraph department ac Cardiff, lor many years as chief operator, and he was placed in charge of the telephones when they were first introduced in- to the Post Office. Five years ago he was pen- sioned off on account of failing Ifealth, and re- tired to his native town—Haverfordwest. He. was 49, and unmarried. Readers who frequently visit Tenby will be glad to learn that the road between Penally and Lvci- step, which is dangerously narrow ill one or two places, has undergone considerable improvement lately. A long stretch of road near Bubbleton Farm has been widened, and further along to- wards Lydstep an awkward corner has been cut off by throwing a piece of the Burrows into the road. Mr. J. Wynford Philipps. M.P., has carried out this very necessary improvement. The marriage of Miss L. Teify Davies and Mr. Walter Meyrowitz will take place privately on June 7th in London. Miss Davies contradicts the statement that she will in future give up appear- ing in public. Negotiations are already pending for her appearance in German opera. It is pro- bable that she will create a special part written for her in a one-act opera, both the libretto and music of which Mr. Meyrowitz is .at present en- gaged in writing. A man. aged about 58, whose name and address are not known, expired on Friday morning some two miles from St. Davids. Deceased, in com- pany with another, was released from Haverford- west Union the day previous, and they went to- wards St. David's, where they failed to obtain lodgings. They slept in a field, and next morn- ing started to Fishguard. When about a hundred yards from Berea Congregational Cliapel deceased, without a murmur, suddenly expired. The man is said to be an American by birth. It is in the nature of Welshmen to fight. At present the Royal Mail -earn Packet Company and the Elder-Dempster Company are engaged in a royal struggle over the West India mail con- tract. The chairman of the Elder-Dempster line it Sir Alfred Jones, a native of Carmarthen, and the chairman of the Royal Mail Company is h. Owen Philinps, a native of Pembrokeshire, and a candidate for the Pembroke Boroughs at the next general election. Portraits of both appear in this weeks "Black and White." On Thursday morning. 18th inst., an unwel- comed visitor found his way to a cotttage near Broyam Mill, Penbryn (Cardigan), occupied by Mrs. E. Jones, who was. moving at the time, and on her return she found all her drawers in con- fusion, the bedclothes disarranged, and brooches missing. The thief, however, overlooked a sum of money in a purse in 0:10 of the drawers, which he had searched. A tramp was afterwards arres- ted near Boncath by P.C. Lewis, St. Dep°-mell's, and P.S. Morris, Ciigerran. The farmhouse of Golegoed, with a stable at- tached, distant about three miles from Llan- dovery-, was completely burnt down on Wednes- day, of last week. The tenant of the place is Mr. Yv illiam W illiams. who. at the time of the occur- rence was out in the woods timber hauling. His u ire was the first to detect the fire. and before as- sistance could be procured the whole building. w nich had a thatched roof, was gutted. The pro- perty belongs to Mr. J. P. Gwynne-Holford. How the fire originated is at the time unknown. The prisoners, Albert Schall and Johann Cov- valzceech. charged with the robbery of plate from Panttiaeson. were being conveyed on Wednesday morning, last week, by the 9.15 train from Fish- pard to Carmarthen: and when at Clynderwen Station they alighted on the platform. Schall managed to slip his hand out of the handcuff and bolted off. but the gnard (John Wrilliams) and the driver of the train seized him and handed him over to the police officer in charge. The other prisoner seized the opportunity to bolt in the op- posite direction, but he was cellared by a guard named Peter. About mid-day on Friday a sad bathing fatality took place in the river Teify. at Carder), result- ing in the death of J. Mintro Glyn Evans, eldest. son of Mr. Jonathan Evans. postmaster, a bright. boy of about eleven years of age. The deceased was bathing with other lads at the time. Mr. J. H. Evan- held an inquest on Friday, and said he hoped there would be legijda+ien to prevent per- sons of tender age bathing without proper control. The evidence showed that the boy rose to the sur- face of he water and was heard to cry Oh. God. help me." Twice na<)re Tiis head appeared above the water. The body before recovery had been at least 40 minutes immersed. The jury returned a verdict of "Accidental death by drowning." and passed a vote of condolence with the de- ceased's parents. They returned their fees for a wreath to his memory.

CARMARTHEN. HOME FROM ABROAD.—Colonel W. Gwynne-Hughes and Mis Gwvuue Eluglie,, or GLiaeothy, arrived in England on Tuesday, the 16i;h iiist., after a tour of some length through Italy and Sicily. -,izEs.- T o JURORS -Mr CARMARTHENSHIRE ASSIZES.—TO JURORS -Mr Stephens, the uiicier-bitiiff, requests us to state that for the oouveuietee of jurors and other persons having business at the Assizes, a train, leaving Llandilo at 9 30 a.m., will run on Wednes- day, May 31^. CONFIRMATION SERVICE. The Lord Bishop of the Diocese held a confirmation service at St. Peter's Church, Carmarthen, for adult persons on Sunday, at 3 in the aftenioon. There was a large congre- gation present, aud all the candidates presented were from the parish of St. Peter's. They numbered 44, made up of 20 ma.le and 24 females. The Bishop delivered two very impressive addresses. NATIONAL FIIKE CHURCHES CONFERENCE. The following are the names of the delegates appointed by the Carmarthen Free Churches Council to attend the National Free Churches conference this week at Llan- drindod :-The Rev. E, U. Thomas, Rev. M. H. Jones, B A., Mr D. N Jones (Fern Villa), and Mr George James (Crown Stores). Others from the sur- rounding district are Hanrfo,dwefit, Revs J. Michael and 0 D. Campbell, Mr G. Davies, and Miss A. Thomas Pembroke-Dock, Mr W. Evans Tenby, Revs. J. Roberts, T. L. Evan, J. Williams, and A. Holland. MAGAZINE COMMITTEE.—This commmittee was held on Wednesday, the 17tn inst., at Water-street Chapel Vestry, Carmarthen, under the able presidency of the Rev Isaac Thomas Ferryside, and supported by the secretary, Rev. J. B. Thomas. There were also present besides the superintendent, Rev B. F Richards the auditor, Mr Harries, draper Rev. Evan Williams, Xilanddeusant, and other members. The minutes of last meeting were read and confirmed, and the report of the superintendent was received touching the circulation and the accounts, which were very encourag- ing and satisfactory. Votes of thanks were passed to the officers for their good work, leaving nothing to be desired. Mr Harries and Mr Jeremy were appointed auditors for this year. Tea was provided by the Church for the members, to whom they were all very grateful. 1ST V B. WELSH REGTMENT, CARMARTHEN DE- TACHMENT.—Orders for the week ending Saturday, the 3rd of June, 1905. Officer on duty, Second- Lieutenant J. R. Williams. Company orderlies, Sergeant J. T. Davies and Lance-Corporal J. T. Greenwoood. Orderly bugler. Bugler T. T. Lewis. Parades, &c. Company drill on Monday and Wednesday, at 8 p.m. dress, plain clothes. Class firing on Thursday and Saturday, from 2 p.m. Recruits' drill every week evening (except Tuesday and Satnrday), at 7.30 p.m. Signalling on Thurs- day evening, at 8 p.m. Recruits: There are still several vacancies. Recruits enrolled every week evening (except Saturday), at half-past eight o'clock.—By order, JAMES JOHN, Captain com- manding Detachment. CABMABTHEIfSniBK COTTNTT COUNCIL AND THE TEACHERS. The Council of the Carmarthenshire Association of Teachers met at Llanelly, on Saturday, and discussed the recent action of the Carmarthenshire Education Committee in issuing notices to the teachers and assistants at all Council and Voluntary Schools to terminate their engagements at the expiration of three months in regard to the head schoolmasters, and one month in regard to the assistants. The meeting was strictly private, but it transpired that communications from Mr Yoxall, M.P went to show that the teachers' case was receiving the attention of the executive of the N.U.T., and that every step would be taken to safe- guard the interests of its members. In a brief inter- view with Mr Tom John (Llwynypia), president of the National Union of Teachers, he said to a Western I Mail representative:—"The difficulty in connection with the warfare in Wales was one which gives great anxiety to the National Union of Teachers, and every situation involving legal and tenure difficulties is vierilantly and carefully considered by the legal officers of the organisation. Where any crisis of this nature is anticipated the teachers are at once placed In full possession of their legal rights and limitations, and in the case of Carmarthen and other counties in Wales where the authorities are acting in order to .accommodate themselves to the Welsh policy, such movements are not unobserved by the Union. It is obvious it would be unwise and impolitic for the teachers to reveal the attitude they are likely to take in the event of the crisis developing unpleasantly." ANNUAL MEETING OF THB PENTECOSTAL LEAOUJI. — The Carmarthen Branch of the Pentecostal League, which now includes 60 members from almost all the chapels of the town, held its first annual meeting on the 5th inst. The secretaries, the Rev. M H. Jones, B.A., and Mr T. Conwil Evans, reported much progress and good work being done ever since the inception of the branch in January, 1904. Prayer meetings had been regularly held in the different chapels in rotation, and these it was decided to continue during the coming year. The programme of the surarner's work was discussed and decided upon. It will include, in addition to the support given at the various open-air ervice8 of the town, a house-to-house visitation in order to make an approximate religious census of the town. All Christian workers who believe that the greatest need of the Church is a Pentecostal blessing, and who love the spiritual welfare of the town, are cordially invited to join.—Now that reference has been made to religious movements in i,Carinartben, it may interest the readers of the Welnh- "Ui'xn to know that D A. T. Pier?ou, of Brooklyn, U.S.A., has definitely promised to boM a (,?on?e. ti for the deepening of the spiritual life similar to the meetings of the Rev. R. B Jone*, at Penuel, this week 1 -at Carmarthen on July tho 6th and 7th. Dr. PUrson, who is now iu this country, has decided to make a tour through Wales to see the effects of the revival, and he hlt-1 honoured our town, amongst others, by promising us the above visit THE LATE REV. FATHER CAROLAN. The Devry Journal gives a long account of the late Rev. Father Carolan, formerly of Carmarthen. He "a:3 born in 1832 at Braehead, near Londonderry, and resolving during his school life to become a missionary, he was educated at All Hallows' College, where he was ordained by the Bishop of Bombay in HL9. He was then sent to Buenos Ayres. and worked there nine years. 'When Father Carolan reached Buenos Ayres, it was a very rough country and in a state of siege. The cannon were mounted in the streets of the city to protect the inhabitants from the army of General tJrohisa and his companions. Father Carolan was within earshot of the battle of Pavon, when General Metre defeated Orchisa. He had often to sleep in the Open air, and another times had merely a table for a ed, as well as "being satisfied for breakfast with a jailor's biscuit, and tea without milk out of a tin, and this was sometimes repeated for dinner. During Father Carolan's missionary labours in Buenos Ayres that country was frequently visited with yellow fevel and cholera, and at two periods the latter plague was very severe, when thousands succumbed. His duties were of a very trying nature on these occasions, and once he was himself stricken down and hung for a time between life and death. When he eventually covered his health was completely broken down, and bis medical advisers ordered him to at once return to Jus native land. After a few years rest he partially recovered, and was given a position at Carmarthen by bishop Brown. He spent 27 years in Wales, and reed to Derry in 1899. UKATH OF A FORMER CABMABTIIEN SCHOOLMASTER.— 0Qr Carmarthen readers will learn with deep regret of t?deathatHuddersneld.onthe 13th inst., of Mr J. R- Jones, the predecessor of Mr D. Maurice Jones in the beadmastership of the Pentrepoth Council Boys' School. He was the son of the late Mr Joseph Jones, coal merchant, Chapel-street. After the usual period of pupil teachership, Mr Jones went to the Borough- road Training College, London, where he was con- temporary with Mr Tom John, the present president of the National Union of Teachers. Leaving that institu- bn In 1869, be became at once headmaster of White "British Mixed School, near Carmarthen, where he remained till January, 1872. From that date to November, 1887, he was headmaster of the Pentrepoth School, Carmarthen Straight from here he went to Huddersfield, and was appointed by the then School Board first headmaster of Paddock Board School. In February, 1880, Mr Jones was appointed headmaster of the Board Sohool (now the Council School) at Mold- green, a position he held with great advantage to teachers and scholars who came under his care and guidance and of the educational progress of the borough «ntu his final illness compelled him to relinquish his dutIes. He had under him as a pupil teacher at Car- marhen and as assistant teacher at Moldgreen Mr DavI. ?? the headmaster at Huddersfield Council Sehool at Oakes Mr Lefevre, of the College Higher ,Grade School was one of his pupil teachers and Mr  Wood, headmaster of St John's Church School at Ilillhou?,e, and Mr Fletcher, headmaster of the Trinity pT Schools, Portland-street, were assistants under him A VISIT TO LLWYNPIOD SLATE QUARRY.—IT is ?y strange, but very true, that things at their  rs people never seem to notice. When at last they do look around there are objects of in- ttrest. II-bieli give quite a surprise. The Llwvn- plod Slate Quarry, near Carmarthen, is perhaps a plaoo which on a first visit cannot fail to surprise. faearcely anyone, we would venture to think, would dream that this quarry was worked for slate III the Year 1707. Yet this is true, for from an old lease, dated 1707, we gather that the roof of Llwynpiod Farm was to be tiled with slates from Llwynpiod Quarry. The Squires of Cwmgwilly owned it in those days, and kept it for the use of the farmers on the estate. From small beginnings the quarry has grown immensely. Its dimen- "i()ns now are: Depth, 200 feet: length, 450 feet; width, 200 feet. Mr. Thomas Evans, Dolgwillv, the present proprietor, says that many years ago they were greatly troubled as to how to keep out the water, which would soon fill the large hollow during rainy seasons. However, when it came in- to his hands, the problem was solved by making a tunnel, through which everything could flow. Now, be it rain or shine, quarrying operations go on. The huge slabs of slate are drawn up on diminutive trams, and then taken to be stxn-ed in- to shape in a large room close by. All the saws are driven by steam. There are three or four of them, with workmen attending to each, and each having its own special purpose. Massive unshapely slabs, after being put through various processes, come out finally as flags for flooring, wall copings, cisterns, billiard tables, milk tables, etc. Over the way. on the other side of the road you see men employed in splitting and dressing slates, which are of unusual thickness. From our own.observa- tion we would not think they are used much in this district. Mr. Evans, however, says that he sends them off by boat to Scotland. The Scotch believe in having good thick roofs to their houses, and so they use this kind, called "local" slates. Altogether about twenty men are employed in the quarry. -A--

( IDOLE, ANNIVERSARY.—Anniversary services were held at Zion Chapel, Idole, on Wednesday & Thursday, the 17th and 18th inst. The preachers for the oc- casion were the Rev R H Jones, Llangendeirne, and the Rev. Dan Davies. Fishgnard. The ser- vices were introduced by Mr. Jones, Aberdare; Mr. Jones, Old College School; Mr. Evans, Llan- elly; and Rev. George Evans, Pensarn. The meetings were presided over by the Rev. J* T. Davies, pastor. There were also present the Rev. J .P. Evans, Penygraig; Rev. J. C. Griffiths, Car- marthen; Rev. Ingli James, Barry; Rev. D. Griffiths, Talog; Mr. D. Williams, B.A., Carmar- then etc. There were crowded congregations.

) I LAMPETER. PROPOSED LIGHT RAILWAY An enthusiastic meet- ing of the towlIpeople of Lampeter was held under the presidency of Mr J. C. Ilarford, oi' Faioondale. to con,ider the proposed railway frou; LMinptter to New Quay. The mayor (Alderman Joseph Davies), Princi- pal Bebb, Profe-sjr Scot Dr Waiker (St. DavidV College;, and Aldermen S. Davies-J oucs and Daniel Jenkins were among tho-e present. The Mayor baid it was the town's duty to support the scheme, for besides tapping the county's resources, it would im- prove agriculture and fisheries, Money would be spent iu Lampeter in the course of the railway's construction. Assuming that a loan of £ 1,.>00 would be granted by the Town Council, repayable in 30 years, the contribu- tion would only mean a rate of 3d in the R.-The Chairman said that the Aberayron Rural District Council was prepared to con tribute £ 5.000, and the other local authurities AblOrayrou and New QuaT Urban Council, and Lampeter Town Council and Rural District Council—wtie expected to m ike up the sum of £ 10,000 required by the County Council by subscribing £ 1,,300 each. This, together with E2, .000 advanced by the County Council, would make £ 30,000, and it would be met by an equal grant from the Treasury. An offer had been received from a London financier to underwrite the necessary capital, £150,000, being required for the cost of the railway. Lampeter would be the centre of distribution for agricultural products and the coal and lime traffic (cheers). —Principal Bebb, at whose suggestion the meeting was called, said that although the college woald derive comparatively little benefit, the authorities were ready to back up the scheme (hear, hear). Lampeter would become, not only the educational and political centre of the county, but also the commercial centre (applause). A resolution in favour of the Town Council contributing £ 1,500, and the Rural District Councils a like sum, was carried unanimously. At Llanelly Police Court on Monday, W. King, who served in the South African war, and showed great daring, was placed on the black list. The magistrates said they had considered sending him to an inebriates' home. They had dealt leniently with him in the past because of his having served his country, but they could not continue to do so. Whilst conducting a service at Tabernacle Congregational Church, Milford Haven, on Sun- day, the Rev. Benjamin James was seized with paralysis, and the service was turned into a prayer meeting. The rev. gentleman was able to pro- ceed to his residence at the close, and it is grati- fying to learn that he is progressing favourably, the seizure, not being so serious as was at first believed. At the advanced age of 90 years, Mrs. Hopkin, formerly of the Angel Hotel, Llandfto, died on Monday at the residence of her son, Mr. W. Hop- kin, retired jeweller. rlh,, deceased had been for the better part of her long life a confirmed in- valid. She was a devoted Wesleyan, and at one time was well-known to all Wesleyan ministers of the South Wales Circuit, as they were invariably her guests when preaching at Llandilo. Another lively discussion cropped up at a meet- ing of the Cardigan Town Council on Monday, when the Surveyors estimate for gas fittings for the old grammar school, for the use of the Cardi- gan Mechanics' Institute, as tenants, was brougnt forward. Un its bemg proposed and seconded that the work be carried out, Alderman !-)e c.Lirr e d ou.t, j, Roberts said the Council had acted ilegaUy, and if they proceeded with this work a mandamus would be issued to prevent them doing so. After an angry discussion the motion was carried. At Swansea on Friday there was an inquest on the body of the Rev. Evan Davies, aged 71, for- merly vicar of Clydach. It was deposed that the deceased, who had apparently died from natural causes, had on the night of his death written and posted a letter to the coroner, announcing his intention to poison himself because of continued worry and unhappiness, which had made him worthless in every way, so that he could not help taking cyanide of potassium to end his troubles. Verdict, "Took cyanide of potassium whilst of unsound mind." One of the sons said that his father used to drink a good deal at times. He kept this poison to destroy wasps. At a special meeting of the Llanelly Borough Council on Monday the electric light question again came up for discussion, Mr. J.C. Howell (the expert engaged by the Council) being pre- sent. After some discussion it was decided to adopt. Option B in the scheme recently brought forward as between the Council and the South Wales Power Company. The effect of this will be that the Council will purchase electrical energy from the power company, and lay their own dis- tributing mains, at an estimated cost of zC6 I 000I Before this can be sanctioned, however, a Govern- ment inquiry will have to lie held. The Llanelly Borough Council, at its last meet- ing, took up the long deferred question of the salaries and duties of the clerk and his staff. It was decided to recommend to the Council that the Clerk (Mr. Spowart) be paid an annual salary of L500 for doing the legal work of the Council, and also the clerical work of the Council and the Har- bour Trust. Further, that he should return all allowances by Parliamentary agents, and also re- turn all fees paid by third parties in all the legal work of the Council. The position of deputy-clerk was conferred upon Mr. A. T. Thomas, who has been acting temporarily up to the present, the salary to be tl30 per annum. THE LATE RAILWAY ACCIDENT AT LOUGHOE.— CLAIMS.—The case of Evans v. the Great Western Railway Company on Monday came before the Court of Appeal, composed of the Master of the Rolls and Lord J ur-tice Matthew, on th3 appeal of the plaintiff against an order of Mr Justice Lawrence, reversing an order of the Master and changing the venue of the case from Swansea to London. Mr S. T. Evans. K.C ,M.P., said the plaintiff, who resided at Swansea, was bringing the action to recover damages arising out of a serious accident which pccurred on the Great Western Railway at Loughor, near Swansea, on October 3rd last. As the result of the accident five persons were killed and many injured. Master Day ordered that the ca"c should be tried at Swansea, but on appeal Justice A. T. Lawrence changed the venue to London. His (counsel's) submission was that no reason had been shown for taking the case out of the district to which it properly belonged. The solicitor to the railway com- pany in an affidavit hinted that local prejudice and pre- conceived opinionsj on the part of the jury as the result of the local newspaper reports published would affect the fair trial of the action at Swansea. If such reasons were sufficient then every railway company would hove a case of collision tried outside its proper district. In reply to the Court counsel said the negligence alleged against defendants was that they bad improperly used an old tank engine as an additional engine to this train, and that as the result the engine became derailed. Counsel, in conclusion, said it was a serious allegation to make that an impartial trial could not be obtained at Swansea. Mr Isaacs, K.C for the railway company, supported the decision of the Judge below, and pointed out that another action arising out of the same accident would shortly be tried in London, when the question of the company's negligence would be thoroughly gone into. Therefore, apart from the question of prejudice, this case, on the ground of convenience, ought to be tried in Lond"u. Mr Isaacs, in reply to Lord Justice Matthew, sai the one explanation of the accident was that a connecting rod broke, and that this was due to a fault in the metal, and to no negligence on the com- pany's part. Mr Isaacs said that if the company were found to be negligent in the action to be tried in London shortly, they would offer no defence to this action on the charge of negligence. When one negligence was proved the company did not mind where the case Was tried. The Master of the Rolls thought that this sug- gestion of Mr Isaacs ought to be accepted. If negli. gence was established against the railway company at the trial in Loudon the plaintiff would be at liberty to to try his case in Swansea to terminate the amount of damages, otherwise the order of Mr Justice Lawrence must stand.