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KIDWELLY.,.
KIDWELLY. The Esther Grimes Opera Company is here this week. This is the very first visit of an opera company to Kidwelly, and the visit should be a successful one—but we are afraid it will not be 80. Last week an interesting billiard match of 750 up was played at Llanelly between Mr. J. H. Elias, Kidwelly, and Mr .Fred Griffiths, Llanelly. After a most exciting game the latter came out the winner by a small score. The game lasted two hours. POLICE COURT.-On Thursday of last week be- fore Messrs. W. D. James, mayor, and G. E. Bowen, a gipsy woman named Rose Smith, alias Price (49) was brought up in custody and charged by P.C. D. J. Davies with stealing the sum of 2s. by means of a trick from Mrs. Eynon, of the Mason's Arms, Kidwelly. From the evidence tendered it seems defendant went to the Masons' Arms and askod for Is. worth of rum. She being in a drunken state this was refused her. She afterwards asked Mrs. Eynon for a 2s. piece for two shillings, and on Mrs. Eynon presenting the florin she made a snatch for it and decamped. P.C. Davies apprehended her on the Carmarthen road. Defendant pleaded guilty, and asked for leniency as she was in drink at the time. She also said she belonged to a respectable gipsy family, the Prices. The Mayor spoke most sternly to her, and said people of her kind could not be allowed to go about the country doing wrong like this. She was sent down for 14 days. Last Sunday being "flowering Sunday the custom of decorating the graves of dear ones gone before was observed almost universa lly, and for a few days previous to Sunday St. Mary's Church- yard especially presented a very interesting ap- pearance, so many persons being engaged at tl 3 task of cleaning up the graves. Considering the early date upon which Palm Sunday fell this year, and the scarcity of flowers, the display on the whole was most creditable.
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LLANGENDEIRNE.
LLANGENDEIRNE. Easter Monday night a grand concert will be held at the above chapel when the following em- cient artistes will take part: Soprano, Madame Thomas, Nantgarw; contralto, Miss Winnie Stephens, Llanstephan, tenor, Mr. Tom Wil- 9. Ammanford; bass, Mr. D. Evans, Maesy- bont. Poors open at, (),30; to commence at 7 [s P.m. I CHILDREN'S MEETING.—A very successful child- ren's meeting was held at the Calvinistic Metho- dist Chapel on Saturday night. 12th inst. Mr. Thomas, Frwd Farm, ably presided. The con- ductor was Mr. W. Richards (conductor of the Llangendeirne Male Voice Party); whilst Mr. B. C. Lewis (headmaster Council School) adjudi- cated, both giving the greatest satisfaction, iWitations were given by a number of the Sun- day school children. The children's choir was I |?uder the able leadership of Mr. John Davies, Glanant, whilst Mr. John Morgan conducted the c'hoir. Result of competitions:—Solo for children Under 18: Miss Bessie Davies, Glanant.—Hand- writing for children under 14: Katie Davies, Penybank.—Ditto under 18: Arnold Lewis.— i Recitation of the 1st Psalm: Miss Katie Davies. -Reading of three verses for adults: Mr. J. Harries, Castle.—Best speech: Miss S. M. Jones, Wendre.—Result of three paragraphs competi- tions: Mr. Edgar Lewis.—Verse competition: Miss S. M. Jones.—Four questions given by ad- judicator Mr. Ernest Lewis. Great praise is due to the energetic secretary for having secured such ? splendid programme, which lasted just three hours. AN OLD HOSTFLRY.W. B. writes:—Having llved nearly all my life--70 years—near Llangen- deirne I should know something about it, and of ?urse I feel an interest in the place and people. ?ence the following rem,! rks: Seeing in the paper lately something about the renewal of the licensed Rouses, I must say I was surprised and grieved to observe that that somewhat noted old hostelry "he Farmers' Arms was held at a discount inas- much 88 there was something unique about the Old place in former times. For example it was in this house that Squire Saunders ,of Glanrhydw, that bulwark of law and order, held some of his ?tty sessions. Again, there the surveyor of taxes appeal meetings for a great area of country. *herc some landed gentry stayed when visiting their property, for one Mr. Fitzwilliams. and Others as well. There many of the fishermen to the noted Gwendraeth refreshed the inner man, Well as private families took their children, at- tracted by the rural quiet charm of the locality. as also perhaps the proverbial good cooking and catering of the hostesses of the Farmers' Arms, rs. Lewis and Mrs. Jones, the latter a niece of those pioneers of improved modern farming, the jjlessrs. Evans of Alltycadno. So I cannot see how the Farmers' Arms could have degenerated into a "liovol." I can hardly bring my mind to rea I J 'thse that Llangendeirne wants Llangendeirne without its Farmers' Arms.
CARMARTHENSHIRE.
CARMARTHENSHIRE. CWMDWYFRAN. MONTHLY MEETING.—The monthly meeting of the C.M. Churches of Carmarthenshire was held on Wednesday and Thursday under the presidency of the Rev. T. Price, Tirydail. There was a large attendance, including delegates representing the several districts of the county, and the secretary, the Rev .T. Phillips. Siloh, Llandovery. The minutes, reports of delegates, and of committees, personal matters and matters that belong to the churches, including reports of district meetings and the correspondence of the week were read and confirmed. Application for aid from different funds and societies wore read and allowed without exception. Mr. 0. J. Robinson, Tumble, was re- commended to be ordained in June, and the Rev. F. Richards was appointed to be ymwelwr in- stead of the Rev. G. A. Edwards, B.A., who has been invalided from town for some time. Ar- rangements were made for the next meeting, which will be held at Cilycwm in May. Appre- ciative remarks were made to the memory of the late Mr. T .Daniel, deacon of Bethania, Carmar- then. Letters of condolence were addressed to the sick and afflicted, and to those in mourning. On Wednesday the general society was held, under the presidency of the Rev. D. J. Lewis, Ferryside, the subject being -'Tli(k assurance of faith.
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IDOLE.
IDOLE. TEA AD CONCERT.—The Sunday school mem- bers of Idole Baptist Church held their annual tea and concert on Thursday .17tli inst. Tea was on the tables from 4 to 7 o'clock, and there was a splendid spread out. Various games and races were indulged in by the children at intervals, and sweets and oranges were distributed among them. The concert commenced at 7 o'clock, when a very interesting and varied programme was gone through in a delightful manner. Mr. E. J. Rob- erts. Idole School House; acted as chairman. The Rev. J .Tafionydd Davies was the conductor, and Mr. H. Walters and Mr. D. Jones were the Vindicators of music and recitations respectively. ,I, programme drawn up by Mr. D. Harries con- sisted of recitations by the following: E. A. Jones' Bessie Jones, W. J. Darbyshire, D. G. Darby- shire, G. T. Jones, W. H. Jones, T. Jones, J. Jones, Jane Jones, B. Darbyshire, M. A. Gower, P. A. Jones. B. A. Jones, E Jones. G M Jones, A. Jones, K. Jenkins, L. Jenkins, H. Darby- shire, M M. Edwards, B. Gower, W. J. Gower, R. J. Jones, I. V. Davies, A. Jones and Emrys Jones. Solos were given by Miss G. Morgan, Miss G. Hodges, Miss W. Darbyshire, Miss A. Davies, and Miss A. Thomas. A chorus was rendered by the choir, conductor Mr. D. Harries. Each child, about 30 in number, was presented with a beautiful prize-bag containing money and a book for faithfulness and good conduct during the year. Poetical effusions on the occasion were given by the bards.
LLANDDAROG.
LLANDDAROG. the parish meeting for the election of parish cOllucillors for the parish of Llanddarog was held a{"+t \Mrynyddcerrig Council schools on Monday, the 14th inst. Elected: J. W. Lewis, School House, Lianddarog, 99 votes; Walter Davies, Bryn Ter- ace, Pontyberem, 92; Walter Jones, Pleasant View, Pontberem, 92; David Morgan, Rhydale, Pontyberem, 92; L. Harries, Pantyfer. Llan- darog. 89; W. Evans, Penlanfa\vr, hnydd- derrig, 88: Thomas Gibbon, Llwynhenry, Porthy- rhYd.87; M.Morgan, Ty'r Garn, Mynyddcerrig, Dl. Jenkins. Llwynbrain, Porthyrhyd, 79; D. jOomas, Mount Pleasant, MynyddcerrIg, 79; W. J. j one' s, Mynachlog Terrace, Pontyberem. 78. | NOR-elected J. Roderick, Caegwyn near Dre- ach. 20; T. Lewis, Bryn Siriol. Pontyberem, 17; hen Evan" Llainhir. Pontyberem. 8; W. J. t ^is, Maesteg Villas, Mynyddcerrig, 8. LINspED COMPOUND with warm water i-lan « eQt gargle for Sore Throat, Colds, Coughs, &e. I
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NEWCASTLE-EMLYN.
NEWCASTLE-EMLYN. GUARDIANS.-—The fortnightly meeting of this Board was held on Friday last week at the Board- room of the guardians at the Workhouse. Pre- sent Alderman J Lewis, Meiros Hall (chairman) Mr. B. Davies, Perthyronen, and Mr. E. Thomas, Coedllwyd (vice-chairmen) Mrs. Evans, Esgair, Penbryn; Mr. W. J. Wallis Jones, Pencader Mr D. Jones, Nantygragen; Mr. D. Beynon. Bwlch- coed; Mr. D. Davies, Dancoed Mr. T. Thomas, Penwern Mr. J. Morgans, Hendy; Mr. J Davies, Gelly; Mr. J Jones, Bwlchclawdd; Mr D. Jones, Blaenllan Mr. D. Rees, Pantygronw; Mr. J. Griffiths, Gwndwn; Mr. D. Jones, Tymawr; Mr. J. Thomas, Hendrewilym; Mr. T. Bowen, Llan- dre; Mr. J. Rees, Plasnewydd; Mr. E. Davies, Fforest; Mr. D. Thomas, Felincwm; Mr. J. Jones, Berllan; Mr. T. Morris, Cefnmaesmawr; Mr. J-. Powell, Blaenbarrau; Mr. J. Davies, Pontgareg; Mr. D. James, Voel; Mr. D. Lewis, Frondeg; Mr. H. Davies, Sychnant; Mr. H. Davies, Pantyrhebog; Dr. Lloyd and Mr. D. T. George, clerk.—On the motion of Mr. Davies, Perthyronen, seconded and unanimously agreed that Mr. Elias Rees be appointed temporary re- lieving officer pending the approval of his appoint- ment by the Local Government Board.—It was also unanimously agreed that the next meeting of the Board be held on'the 22nd inst at 12 o'clock owing to the ordinary fortnightly meeting fall- ing on Good Friday. There was a balance of £ G28 Is. 7d. in the hands of the Treasurer. There were 19 inmates in the Workhouse, the same number as twelve months ago. The number of vagrants relieved during the fortnight was 146, compared with 112 in the corresponding period last year.. NEWCASTLE-EMLYN R.D.C.-The monthly meet- mg of this Council was held on the same day as the Guardians, in a room at the Workhouse. Present: Mr. H. Davies. Sychnant (chairman); Ald. J. Lewis; Mr. Wallis Jones; Mr. D. Jones, Nantygragen; Mr. D. Beynon, Bwlchcoed; Mr. D. James, Voel; Mr. D. Davies, Dancoed; Mr. J. Davies, Gelly; Mr. J Morgans, Hendy; Mr. D. Lewis, Frondeg; Mr. T. Thomas, Penwern; Mr. J. Bowen, inspector of nuisances and surveyor of buildings; and Mr. D. T. George, clerk.—An ap- plication was read from the Parish Council of Cenarth to fence a pond on the roadside, near Terfynmawr, and also reported the unprotected state of the road near Tower Hill and leading to Shirhal Farm, which is considered a source of danger to the public. The application was ad- journed.—Mr. J. Bowen read over his report. He had visited Drefach. Felindre, Pentrecwrt, Pont- welly, Pencader, Cenarth, Penrherber, Cwm- Morgan, Cwmcych. Capel Evan, and several other places. No complaint was made except a. few dung heaps that should be removed. EMLYN AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY,, LTD.—The an- nual meeting of the above society was held on Fri- day last week at the long room of the Emlyn Arms Hotel. There was a fair attendance of members. On the motion of Mr. J. Bowen. Llwyneinon, seconded and unanimously agreed that Mr. J. Lewis, Meiros Hall. be the president for the year. On the motion of Mr. W. Jeremy, seconded by the Rev .R. E. Davies. it was un- animously agreed that Capt. Lewes. Llvsnewydd. be the vice-president. The Chairman in a brief r,i)ee-li- thanked the members for the honour, al- though a number of the members knew better than him about agricultural matters. He referred to the great loss the society had sustained during the year by the death of Col. Lewes, Llysnewydd, the president, and of Mr. Thomas, Moelon, chair- man of the committee. The balance sheet had been audited and found satisfactory. The sales during the year amounted to £ 5,764 2s. 6d., which were only £ 2,225 5s. Sid in the year 1905, and the membership had increased from 438 to 496. It was proposed by Mr. T. Morris, Cefn- maesmawr, seconded by Mr. Thomas Moelon, and unanimously agreed that twelve members should constitute the executive committee to transact business, with the President and Vice- President. The following persons were ap- pointed so as to represent the different parishes of the districts as follows:—East Cilrhedyn, Mr. J. Bowen, Llwyneinon; West Cilrhedyn, Mr. H. Evans, Dyffryn; Cenarth, Mr. D. James, Voel; Newcastle Emlyn, Mr. W. Jeremy, Sussex; Llandyfriog, Mr. E. Davies, Fforest; Troedyraur, Mr. IL)., Thomas, Moelon; Penboyr, Mr. D. Ed- wards, Blaenhalen; Llangunlkj, Captain Jones, Aberbanc; Henllan, Mr. T. Jones, Care ad w; Penbryn, Mr. E. Davies, Cwmcoednerth; Clydey, Mr. J. Thomas, Hendrewilym; Bettws Evan, Mr. D. Davies, Llwynbedw. As the Rev. R. E. Davies hon. see., was leaving, the society had arranged to give him a testimonial for his faithfulness, and the chairman handed him a beautiful marble clock as a token of their respect. Mr. Davies re- sponded in a suitable speech, and said that the valuable clock presented to him that day should be regarded as sincerity between him and the society, and that the family should also preserve the same in the same spirit. He wished the society the greatest success in the near future. Mr. Jeremy spoke with admiration of Mr Davies as a business man. not always agreeing, but both had the success of the society at heart. He was also followed bv Mr. J Bowen, who paid a high tribute to Mr. Davies, wishing him and his family a long life and happiness in his new sphere.
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ST. CLEARS.
ST. CLEARS. On Tuesday morning, 8th inst., a mare belong- ing to our hale old friend, Mr. J .Stone Thomas, Glaspant, gave birth to a fine colt. con- gratulate Mr. Thomas upon having provided a record which will doubtless even stagger our Whitland neighbours. The young colt is doing well. We are informed that the only nominations re- ceived for the offices of district councillors of Llan- ginning and Llanfihangel Aberoowin parishes are those of Mr. Ll. Morgan, Council School, Llan- ginning, and Mr. E. Williams, Glasfryn Farm, St. Clears. The two candidates will take their seats upon the council without opposition. So far as the Parish Council election is con- cerned events have passed off quietly. The in- terests of the two parishes are to be entrusted in the hands of the followingSt. Clears: Messrs. W. Rogers, Clogyfran Jos. John, Pentre Stores; L. Lewis, Castle House; W. Evans, Butchers' Arms; J .Morris, Sun Villa; J. S. Thomas, Glas- pant; W. C. Thomas, Gardde Arms W. Morris, Gardde Farm; and D. C. Evans, Council School j Revs. D. G. Williams. Beth- lehem, and' D. D. Lewis, Seion.-Lli n fill-.in gel- Abercowin: Messrs. J. Williams, Station Road; W. J. Williams, Stinsford House; B. Jones, Haf- ren House; T. Thomas, Parke Bach; T. Thomas, Penline; M. W. Jenkins. The Pharmacy; B. Jones, Pwllygravel; W. Beynon, Temperance Hotel; D. Edwards, Bryn-ar-fryn: D. Phillips, Cartrefle; and Mr. T. Griffiths, Bournemouth House. RIFLE MATCH.—On Wednesday evening, 9th inst., the St. Clears rifle team fired off in the post match against St. Peter's. Acting upon instruc- tions of the latter team Mr. R. H. Tyler super- vised the match and saw that justice was on its pedestal. We have been awaiting the result of St. Peter's shooting up to the time of writing, but have been rewarded with disappointment. Can it be that the hint thrown out in the West- ern League Notes of last issue carry with it any truth? We at St. Clears have a higher opinion of the team from the ancient parish—that they will not exhibit the white feather even on reading the following fine record. Mr. S. J. Evans, Gwalia, gave a splendid lead with the possible, ten bull's eyes. The veteran rifleman and ex-Volun- teer, Mr. L. P. Jones, Bank House, came next with 97. The following is a complete list:—S. J. Evans 100; L. P. Jones, 97; Stanley Morgan, 96; E Evans, 95; D. T. Evans, 94; E. W. Ed- wards, 94; T. T. Lloyd, 94; D. T. Lewis, 92; total, 762. It might be mentioned that this score has not been beaten by any team other than Llan- elly. SUCCESSES.—We congratulate the two daughters of Mr. Ll. Morgan, Llanginning Council School, upon their literary capabilities. Miss S. Bronwen Morgan took the prize for essay on "Better Know- ledge than wealth" at the Cwmfelin eisteddfod on ) the 24th ult., whilst her sister, Miss G .Morgan, of Gwernogle Council School, w as the prize essay-I ist at Pantymaen eisteddfod on the subject of the "Sunday school." She also won the silver medal on the 11th inst. for an essay on "The in- I lfuence of home teaching." The adjudicator ob- served that Miss Morgan's production was an ex- 1 ceptionally able one. further remarking that the gifted writer would make for herself a mark in the world. IN TIME!—W e, the Methodists, are always ac- credited with possessing much zeal. But what of the following, which appears to out-stretch all the boundaries of zeal and certainly oversteps the limits of discretion. The parish pump is respon- sible for the story that two popular farmers, both" promin "It temperance men, and both deacons of the old "corph," in their anxiety to get to the Methodistic travelling institution, the monthly meeting, could scarce find time to partake of their matutudinal meal, not to mention the necessary attention required for their toilet, yclept the morning shave. Hastened by an early train to- wards an outlandish place, where the Methodist divines were supposed to meet in congress. Be- fore quite reaching their journey's end, however, they found that they had arrived just 24 hours too soon, and when seen returning homeward bound past the Llanddowror parish pump, both appeared sad and dejected. Was it their ardour that needed toning down, or is the blame to be imputed to a faulty calendar, which needs amend- ing ? Our friends would on another occasion when returning, do well to give a wide berth to the road leading past the parish pump, likewise avoid falling foul of the local correspondent. What is wrong with the Methodists may it be asked? Again we are informed of an illustrious and well known Methodist cyclist in his hurry to reach his home after fulfilling a connexional en- gagement having got into cyclic collision with two ladies, which caused the rider to perform won- derful feats of equestrianism in a graceful at- tempt to defeat the laws of gravitation. A wag suggests that the cyclist who had not long en- 1 tered the state of bliss was in a hurry to reach his spouse at his abode of love. INQUEST.—On Friday evening last the district coroner. Mr. T. Walters, held an inquiry at the Court House, St. Clears, into the death of Benj. Davies, aged 15, who resided with his father at Penycoed Factory. Mr. L. P. Jones, L .and P. Bank, was foreman of the jury. James Davies, deceased's father, in his evidence said that the boy had not been strong from his birth. It was, however, only from the Monday prior to his death he had complained, when he had a slight bleeding from the nose, accompanied by sickness. lie went to seek Dr. Jones on Wednesday for medi- cine. The doctor not being at home he went to him on Thursday morning, and explained all the boy's symptoms. He administered the medicine given by the doctor according to the instructions. Only the two of them lived together. He had carefully attended to all the boy's needs, who was fed chiefly during his illness upon tea, toast milk, and rice and milk. There was beef in the house, but the lad would not take any of it. He had not been given any quack medicines. He was unable to retain the food upon his stomach. He did not apprehend any danger in the boy's condition. The latter got up each day. He appeared quite easy on the Thursday night on which he died. They slept together, and the boy conversed with witness within a couple of minutes of the time of his death. His son passed away as if going to sleep at about a quarter to twelve. There was light in the room at the time. Dr. V. LI. Jones, St. Clears, giving evidence, said that he saw de- j ceased's father on Thursday morning. The latter said that his son complained of headache, and had slight nose bleeding, and that he vomited back his food. He examined the boy's urine, and gave medicine for him, instructing the father to come and inform witness if there was no improvement in the boy's condition. He heard no more until Friday morning, when he was informed that the boy was dead. He concluded that the child suffered from Bright's disease. Probabiv the re suit would have been just the same even though the boy had the best of nursing. Though able to get about when suffering from Bright's disease a slight cold might precipitate. In his opinion the cause of death was probably heart failure, the re suit of Bright's disease. The Coroner in sum- marising the evidence, observed that no doubt the father thought he had done that which was best under the circumstances. The jury returned a verdict in accordance with the medical testimony.
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LLWYNOG'S NOTES. The Bishop of St. David's will preach at St. Marti#'s Church, Laugharne, on Sunday evening next, and at the close of the service will unveil a memorial inside the Church to the late Mr. Frederick Weinholt. The Rev. Mr. Reed of Caerau, Maesteg, will occupy the pulpits of Bwlchnewydd and IPlashet on Sundav next. Mr Reed is considered an ex- cellent preacher, and will without doubt draw large congregations. He will preach at Plashet in the morning, and at Bwlchnewydd afternoon and evening. • • • I heartily congratulate Mr. W. Towers Smith, of Antshill, on his unopposed return as district councillor for the township of Laugharne. The same sincere compliment to Mr. J. Lewis. Morfabach Farm, on his unopposed return for the Laugharne parish. Both gentlemen will un- doubtedly make excellent councillors and guard- ians. There is an exciting contest at Pendine for district council honours. Both candidates (Mr. E. Morgan, surveyor, and Mr. W. Mathias, Post Office) are so well known that I make no comment on their respective qualifications, except to con- gratulate the ratepayers of Pendine on securing two such good candidates. Mr. Morgan, with his* many years' experience as surveyor to the Car- marthen District Council, makes him well versed in all parochial matters; while Mr. Mathias has the experience of several years' membership as district councillor and guardian. It will be for the thirty-eight voters to decide which.of the two they think will make the better member. • » I regret to hear of the severe illness of Mr. J. Henry Thomas, of Great Hill, Laugbarne. and I sincerely wish him a speedy recovery. Mr. Thomas had only just returned from the High Court, London, where he had attended as an expert witness in the case of Mr. Frank Raymond | v .the L. and N.W.R. Company re the-Shrews- bury railway accident, when Mr. Raymond was awarded £5,000 damages. On his arrival home. however, Mr. Thomas was taken suddenly ill, and at the time of writing is still confined to his bed. In addition to his sufferings, the patient had a few important sales on, which had to be post- poned. It • » That terrible enemy, whooping cough, has claimed yet another victim at Laugharne, this time taking away on Thursday last the two-year- old infant of Mr. and Mrs. W. Francis, Fountain Inn, after a painful illness .lasting a couple of months. The utmost sympathy is felt for the bereaved parents, this being their first born. The funeral took place on Monday last at the ?- list at the Parish Churchyard the Rev. J. Thomas, officiat- ing. « « The Laugharne (Township) Parish Council was held in the Town Hall on Tuesday evening of laist week, the chairman, Mr. W. H. Dempster, pre- siding. Other members present included Mr. W. E. Edwards. Mr. It. H. Tyler, Mr. J. Jones, Mr. R. Bland. Mr Sam Evans, Mr. J. Wilkins. and Mr W. C. Griffiths; with the clerk, Mr. W. Griffiths. • # The Vicar of Laugharne, Rev. J. Thomas. M.A., R.D., attended the meeting as trustee of the respective charities in the town, and gave a detailed account of their distribution for the past year. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Vicar for his attendance and his minute state- ment. The Council then formed itself into a public meeting, the Vicar being voted the chair. The Clerk submitted his statement of accounts, which were adopted. The following were elected parish councillors for the ensuing three years.: Mr. W. H. Dempster, Mr. R. H. Tyler, Mr. J. Jones, Mr R. Bland, Mr. R. Bevan, Mr. W E Edwards. Mr W. C. Griffiths. Mr M. Williams, Mr. Sam Evans, Mr. W. Alma Rowlands, Mr. G. Roberts, Mr. J. Wilkins, and Mr. W. Jeremy The following arguments in favour of Tariff Reform have been sent me, and in deference to my esteemed correspondent's wishes I publish them:—" You find the ordinary working man in England wearing American boots, French under- clothing, German suit, Belgian shirt, Swiss watch, Yankee chain, French tie, Dutch hat. smoking American tobacco, lighting his pipe with Swedish matches. He walks into his house through a Norwegian door, makes his supper of Russian bread and American cheese or Chinese pork, and walks out at a British moon Belgian window, and he can be buried in a. German coffin in a British grave. If you had these arguments during Mr. Cremlyn Jones's election he would have been returned member for West Carmarthenshire." < < The following lines have been sent me, com- posed to the puppy traction engine, by Lord LooserJ and sung by Mr. W. Harry:- Have you seen the puppy traction Compound engine, double action ? Built at Leeds by Fouler, fitters, Purchased by the boss Coigen. Was you ever see such a thing before ? She is built for quick dispatching. Takes a load all in a batching. The boss, two men he was electing To drive and steam his favourite puppy. Was you ever see, etc. Now Theo. Howell you'r selected For to drive the little perfect, Put away the pick and shovel And off to Coigen on the double. Was you ever see, etc. Schoold at Brook till he was ready. Then to Laugharne for extra study, Passed exams, with satisfaction For to drive the little traction Was you ever see, etc. You Bill John will be stoker, For to stear her with your brother, And as I know you'r always steady, You'll always keep the pet quite tidy. Was you ever see, etc. Leaving Coigen in the morning With a load and an undertaking To return in perfect safety With the puppy and the trailer. Was you ever see, etc. Now driver stoker to your station, Wages get and daily rations. Oil and fuel take in plenty, And on the road don't be so dainty Was you ever see, etc. The road is clear, just give one blast To show that you are moving fast. Beware my boys don't break no bones, And give the roadmen plenty of stones. Was you ever see, etc. Hark, you hear that little blast. Aye. its the puppy coming fast. Mind you do not kill a hen Just by passing Llwynog's den Was you ever see, etc. \Vhats that engine coming. Father. Thee and Bill they did not bother. 1 will teil thee but be civil, i It's nothing else by the very devil. Was you ever see. etc. Travelling up the upper quarter, Found that Llwynog's short of water, But said lie you can have the rain, And when you come call here again. j Was you ever see, etc. I Down in Coigen they are busy. I All are clean and very tidy I You should see them in cold weather, All perspiring in front of fire. I Was you ever see, etc. Boss is busy corresponding, Davey busy waiting engine, Maids are in the house a-eleaning Ready for their chaps that evening. Was you ever see, etc. 'I Boss says Beynon's always digging. Levi cutting furze and hedging; I Bennett clipper pulling turnips, Dai Watts ditto chasing rabbits. Was you ever see, etc. Brown and Jones are at the crusher. Both of them seem in a flutter; One a-working. the other talking. Sometimes sitting down a-smoking: Was you ever see, etc. J Now dear Llwynog mind and publish j ) This here song and you'll have relish When we'll bring the puppy that way We will call and give you, whiskey. Was you ever see, etc. An error crept into my recent report of the death and funeral of the late Mr. J. Lewis. Hay- don, Laugharne. The widow's name should have appeared as Esther," and not Mary," as stated. Again, Mr. and Mrs. Davies. IJlan- stephan (daughter and son-in-law), and not Mrs ) Lewis, as stated. I regret the mistakes and hasten to correct. • • • I have decided to publish my varied experiences of the recent elections in pamphlet form. There were so many dogs about of different breed, size. and appearance, and one and all gaily dressed in either red or blue that I found it advisable, after consulting my medical adviser, to lock myself up for safety's sake. Further particulars will ap- j pear in the pamphlet, which will be freely distri- j buted. • • • IT am daily expecting the promised letter from I the drinker of dry ginger and gin in disguise. Good old Whitland.
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The Welsh National Agricultural Show, which has hitherto been held at Aberystwyth, will be held at Llanelly this year. The Executive Com- mittee of the Welsh Show have decided to re- commend that the invitation of the Carmarthen- shire Agricultural Society be accepted. ST. DAVID'S DAY IN INDIA.—Away in far Cal- cutta a large and influential body of Welshmen celebrated the 1st of March by a banquet, accom- panied with patriotic speeches and songs. We have to tli^jtik an old friend for sending us a copy of the Statesman (Calcutta), which publishes a capital report of the proceedings. The banquet was held under the auspices of the society named Cymdeithas Cymry, and the.re were about sixty present, the chair being occupied by the well- known Sir Lawrence Jenkins. Sir Edward and I Lady Baker also atten ded. The President pro- posed I parch us gofiant Dewi Sant." He claimed that by parentage the patron saint was connected with Ceredigion. Mr. L. P. Evans I Pugh proposed the Land of our Birth," and Mr J. A. Jones The Land we live in." Mr. E. J. Jacob submitted the toast of The Army," and Lieut.-Colonel Murpratt Williams responded. Sir T. R. Wynne proposed The Press," and Lieut.- Colonel Lloyd Jones The Ladies." The Presi- dent's health was drunk amidst great enthusiasm.
ITRAGIC DEATH OF WHITLAND…
TRAGIC DEATH OF WHITLAND TRAVELLER. About 3 p.m. on Wednesday, 16th inst., rum- ours were abroad at Whitland that the body of the late Mr. Mathias James was found in the river Towy, which caused a great commotion, and intense sorrow, as it was nigh well known that he had been missing for some weeks. Later in the afternoon definite information arrived to prove that the rumours were only too true. This cast an absolute gloom over the whole place. Still, his wife, children and parents were for some time quite ignorant of the fact, and were apparently more or less consoled under the belief that he was still alive and well. The painful duty of break- ing the news to his parents fell to P.S. John Rees, Whitland, and the result can only be imagined. An inquest was held the following day, a report of which will be found below. The body was which will be found be l ow. The brought home from the Mortuary at Carmarthen to Oak Villa on the same day. when a large num- ber of sympathisers met the hearse. The funeral took place last Saturday, when a very large num- ber of relatives, friends and neighbours attended to pay the last tribute of respect to illac James. Signs of amazement, sorrow, distress and grief were witnessed in every part of the huge congregation. The service at the house was conducted by the Rev. Wm. Thomas, Whitland; the Rev. Wm. Thomas, Llanboidv. read aii(i prayed at Soar. The Rev .G. Higgs, B.A. mado very impressive remarks from the following text, Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter. Fear God and keep His Commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil." The Rev. Morgan Jones spoke at the graveside with much stress and application, and concluded by prayer. Deceased leaves a wife, three child- ren, father, mother, three brothers, one sister, and father and mother-in-law to mourn his loss. Mathias James, more commonly known as "Mac" James, his own favourite name, was well-known throughout Wales. He has represented the firm of Messrs. Richards, James and Son, Birming- ham, in tailor's trimmings, since March, 1898, about twelve years to the time of his decease. He was considered one of the smartest men for business on the road. He was invariably happy, and full of innocent wit and fun, being of a jgvia.1 disposition, and had a host of friends. How and when the fatal occurrence took place still remains to be solved. The whole of the undertakers' work and arrangements were carried out by Mr Stephen Walters, Gwyndaf, Whitland. very creditably. The coffin was of polished oak, with heavy brass fittings. The breast-plate bore the inscription: "Mathias James, aged 31 years." We sincerely tender our sympathy with the bereaved family in their sorrow. INQUEST AT CARMARTHEN. An inquiry into the circumstances attending I the death of Mathias James, commercial traveller, Whitland, whose body was found in the Towv on Wednesday, 16th inst., was held at the Guildhall on the following day at 12 noon before Mr. Thos. Walters, coroner for West Carmarthenshire. Mr. John James, farmer, Croft Cottage, Whit- land, stated that the deceased, Mathias James, was his son. His age was 32 years. He was a commercial traveller, and lived at Oak Villa. Whitland. Deceased was a married mnn. and had left a wife and three children. Witness saw the deceased last five weeks Wednesday, 16th inst., at 9 o'clock in the morning at Oak Villa. He then appeared all right. Deceased was fond of drink. He had a little dispute with his em- ployers about twelve months ago. Deceased was not in debt. Writness did not know whether his son's life was insured. Deceased told witness that he was going to go to Llandyssul and Strata Florida, and then to Birmingham. Witness said he knew for a fact that the. deceased did not go to Birmingham. Benjamin Thomas, licensee of the Red Cow Inn. Bridge Street. Carmarthen, stated that deceased stayed at his house from Wednesday, 23rd Feb.. to Saturday, 26th February. He remained in bed late, till after mid-day. Deceased was quite sober, and appeared all right. He had a considerable quantity of loose cash about him, and witness saw him put them in a paper bag into his pocket. David Nicholas .a salesman, residing at 31. Blue Street, Carmarthen, said that he met the deceased three weeks Saturday. 12th inst., about 10.30 p.m., at the Half Moon Hotel. There were two other gentlemen in the room also. Deceased drank two small whiskeys in witness' presence. He also offered witness something to drink and witness took a glass of beer. Deceased was under the influence of drink, but could walk fairly well. He told witness ?iat he was going t6 Whitland in a horse and trap, and would arrive there in about half or three quarters of an hour. Witness and the deceased both left at 11 p.m., and the latter j■ went down Blue Street. John Jones, a labourer. Friar's Park, stated that on Wednesday. 16th inst.. he was going down the Towy in a boat, when he saw the deceased's body opposite Mr. Footman's lane, on the Gos- port side. His face was down in the mud. and his feet on the batik. He had his left hand in his trousers noeket, and the other was close, to his body. Witness put the boat about ten yards from the body and went to report the matter to Sergt. Davies. With four others he then went down and brought the body up the river to the mortuary. Deceased was a stranger to witness. The jury after a little consideration returned a verdict of "Found drowned." ——— M) :———
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The railway from Lampeter to Aberayron, now in course of construction, draws attention to the beautiful Vale of Ayron, whose charms have often been sung by ancient and modern poets, among others by Dafydd ap Gwilym and Shelley. WHEN IS A MOTOR CAR A NUISANCE.—A case in which a member of the Motor Union was involved has evoked from His Honour Judge Lindley an interpretation of the law which is of considerable interest to motorists. The case was an action for damages arising out of the following circum- stances The plaintiff 's were driving a quiet horse which, earlier in the day, had passed the de- fendant's motor car. Subsequently the horse and trap again passed the car, which was then being re-started after a stoppage. As sometimes hap- pens when a ear is being started one or two loud explosions occurred (due probably to back firing). The horse was frightened and ran away, and the damages claimed were for injuries sustained by the driver and his friend. Whether or not the motorist was liable depended, according to Judge Lindley, upon whether or not the motor car con- stituted .at the time, a "nuisance upon the high road." Judge Lindley found that the car was a nuisance. He explained at considerable length the considerations which led to his decisions. He pointed out that a horse which ran away, or an omnibus which skidded were both undoubtedly I dangerous at the time, but it had been held in these cases the drivers were not necessarily liable for damage caused. The case of the motor-car, how ever. he held to be different. Concluding his I summing up he said "In my opinion if a. person brings on to a highway a machine worked by a. series of explosions of an explosive mixture, and I' from some cause or other directly connected with the working of the machine, an explosion of this mixture does occur, accompanied bv a noise cal- culated to frighten a horse of ordinary nerve, I courage, temper, and training, to such an extent as to endanger the person riding or driving It. the machine is for the time being a nuisance, and the owner responsible for any damage caused there- by."
IEISTEDDFOD AT WHITLAND.
I EISTEDDFOD AT WHITLAND. The fourth annual eisteddfod in connection with Bethania Chapel was held at the Town Hall on Wednesday, 16th inst., and was a great suc- cess in every respect, especially in the evening. Mr. L1. Rees, C.G., Lan Mills was unable to pre- side at the afternoon meeting. Dr. R. L. Thomas C.C., D.P.H., the worthy representative of Whit- land on the Carmarthenshire County Council, filled the chair well in the evening. The meeting was conducted in an excellent manner by the ever ready wit, Rev. W. Thomas, Uanboidy. The ad- judicators, who performed the work well, and to the great satisfaction of all present were the fol- lowillg:Niusic. Mr. W. Penfro Rowlands, Mor- riston; literature. Rev. W. Thomas, Llanboidy; and prize bags, Mrs. Newton Rees, Emporium. Whitland. The accompanist was Miss Blodwen Harries, Vi hitland, who is fast becoming very popular and to the front in these local functions as an accompanist and teacher of music. The fol- lowing are the awards:— AFTERNOON MEETING. Pianoforte solo (under 12)—Miss Gibbon, Plaay balley, Login. Solo for boVs under 14—Edwin James, Whit- land. ll,ec i tatl* on (un d er 16 ) Recitation (under 16)—Miss Silwen Morgans, Cloth Hall. Bass solo (for those who have not won a prize before)—Divided between Messrs. Albert Davies and Tom Picton, Whitland. Open solo (girls under 16)—Miss Annie May Williams, Whitland. Prize bag—Mrs. Tom Devonald, Whitland. Children's choir, Gosteg For "-Whitland Choristers (conductor, Mr. D. J. Morgan). Tenor solo (for those who have not won a prize before)-Divided between D Thomas, Llanfallteg, and J. Evans, Whitland. Essay. The Leisure Hour "—Mr. Watson, Lampeter Velfrey. EVENING MEETING. Pianoforte solo (under 16)—Miss G. Roblin. Duet—Messrs. T. Devonald and W. J. Davies, Whitland. Soprano solo-Miss Evans, Nantyreglwys, LIu>i- boidy. Quartette—John Evans and party, St. C'ears. Barddoniaeth, Yr eneth hono —Divided be- tween Messrs. Stephen Adams, Llanfallteg, t-id Wm. Jenkins. Cwmfelyn-boeth. Tenor solo-D. Thomas, Pantyrhraid, 1.;<11- ddowror. Trio, Fair Flora Decks "—Enoch Rees, Whit- land, and party. Bass solo-Mr. Wm. Davies. Impromptu speech—Divided between Messrs. E. Edwards and T. Owen. Male voice party, Crossing the Plain "— Whitland party, conductor Mr. Tom Devonai* U Whitland. It should also be mentioned that great praise ift f due to the secretaries and treasurer, and ail will- ing li-,in d s gonei. ing hands generally for the excellent method and arrangements during the meetings. The secre- taries were Messrs. Enoch Rees, Whitland, nnd B. T. Davies. Waungron; treasurer. Mr. J Rees, North Street, Whitland
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At the adjourned brewster sessions at Pembroke on Monday we(,k six licences which had been held over were considered. With regard to the Dragon Inn, Monkton. the structural require- ments of the bench had been carried out, and the renewal was granted, as was also that of the Globe Hotel, Pembroke. The Malsters' Arms. Pembroke, and the Duke of York, Ivy Bush, and Imperial Hotel, Pembroke Dock, were referred for compensation.
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LLANWINIO. TEA JRARTY AND MEETING.—Tlie annual tea party in connection with the Cwmbach C.M. Chapel took place on Friday afternoon, 11th inst., when most of the members attended and partook of the palatable dainties that had been prepared for the occasion. Tea being over, a literary meet- ing was held in the chapel. The Rev. D. M. Davies most ably occupied the chair. The meet- ing lasted about two hours. Where ll the juven- iles and adults did so well it would be invidious to single out anyone for special praise. ELECTION.—The triennial parish meeting for the election of parish councillors was held at Cwmbach Schoolroom on Monday, 14th inst. Mr. Phillips, Castellmawr. the chairman of the Parish Council, being absent, Mr. Griffiths, Pantymaen ,was voted to the chair. On being nominated Mr. Griffiths vacated the chair and proposed Mr. Davies, Cwmbach Post Office, to be the chairman. This was seconded simultaneously by Mr. D. Evans, Fron, and Mr. T. Phillips, Pant-teg. Mr. Davies accordingly took the chair, and the nomination papers were handed to him, of which eleven were received. No with- drawal being made, the following eleven were declared elected: Messrs. D. Evans, Fron; J. Evans, Ffoshelig; D. Griffiths, Pantymaen; R. Lewis, Gilfach; W. Palmer, Brynbank; P. Phil- lips, Castellmawr; T. Phillips, Pantteg; D. W. Thomas, Llanwinio farm C. W. Thomas, Rhyd- carnarvon J. L. Thomas, Pilmawr; and J. Thomas. Penrallt.
PEMBROKESHIRE EDUCATION COMMITTEE.
PEMBROKESHIRE EDUCATION COMMITTEE. The first meeting of the new Education Com- mittee of the Pembrokeshire County Council wais held at Haverfordwest on Friday. Mr. S. B. Sketch was re-elected chairman, and in taking the chair he expressed the hope that during the com- ing year cookery and laundry classes would be established for the villagers in the county. They heard a good deal about getting people back to the land, but they should see that tiiov were made as comfortable in the country as in the towns, if they were to succeed. Mr. J. Whicher was elected vice-chairman. Mr. Worster, the headmaster of Lampbey School, wrote intimating that he had received a further order from Mr. C. Mathias. the village squire, but he had replied stating that he could only receive instructions from the managers. The letter from Mr. Mathias stated that A-Ir. Wolfe intended to take the children a bag of camphor each. I am also sending, wrote vil. Mathias, a little lamp stove. Put some car- bolic in it for disinfecting purposes (laughter).1 To that Mr. Worster replied that the managers kept the school well supplied with disinfectants. In another letter the headmaster complained that Mr .Mathias had prevented a pupil getting water from a tank. Mr. Mathias had ordered that his supply of water was not to be used for school purposes. The headmaster added that it was very inconvenient to be interfered with in this way. Mr. T. John pointed out that Mr. Mathias waft the owner of the only water supply in the vil- lage. The committee instructed the managers to pro- vide a water supply for the school. The Chairman said all these disputes showed the necessity of having another school at Lam- phey. Plans had been approved, and he moved that tenders be invited forthwith. This was carried. There was long discussion on the proposed new school at Hook, which was objected to by the rec- tor of Llangwm, the Rev. H. Evans. The Buildings Sub-committee reported having considered a letter from the Board of Education, who enclosed a copy of a letter from the Rev. H. Evans protesting against the new school at Hook. The committee recommended that a reply be sent to the Board of Education adhering to what was stated in their previous letter to the Board. The Rev. H. Evans now said that if the school was erected at Hook the ratepayers would be crushed by the expense involved. The Chairman mentioned that the school dis- trict and not necessarily the pii-isli. would have to bear the expense. Dr. Griffith complained that the Rev. Henry Evans was an interested party in the matter. Correspondence between the Board of Educa- tion and the rector of Llangwm on the subject wa* read. In his letter the Rev. Henry Evans be- sought the Board in the name of commonsense and prudence not to sanction the erection of the Hook school, and he warned the Board as to what might happen if the school is erected, and reminded them of the serious riots which took place at Llangwm ten years ago. Mr. W. P. Morgan—Is it suggested that there should be an increase in the. police force ? (laugh- ter). The meeting decided that the school for Hook should be proceeded with.