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Births, marriages, Deaths. DEATHS. BAKER.-On the 5th instant, at 43, Broad-street, Barry, Grace Muriel, daughter of Mr William James Baker, coalweigher, aged two years. BAGGETT.—On the 5th instant, at 15, Palmerstown- road, Cadoxton-Barry, Clara, daughter of Mr Joseph Baggett, labourer, aged one year. DRINKWATEB.—On the 2nd instant, at 29, Church- road, Cadoxton-Barry, Mr Richard Drinkwater, labourer, aged 47 years. GILL.-On the 8th instant, at Matthewstown Police-station, Police-constable Edward Gill, brother-in-law of Mrs Ton Evans, Cadoxton- Barry, aged 39 years. GOODRICH.—On the 5th instant, at 31, Broad- street, Barry, Mr Daniel Gooodrich, labourer, aged 69 years. JORDAN.-On the 3rd instant, at 33, Churchill- terrace, Cadoxton-Barry, Winifred Maud. daughter of Mr John Thomas Jordan, dock labourer, aged 47 years. WILLIAMS.—On the 8th instant, at 53, High- street, Barry, John Idris, son of Mr John Williams, dock gateman, aged four months.

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WHAT THE DOCTORS SAY. FOR PERSPIRATION OF THE FEET.—A ease of excessive perspiration of the feet, of yeara' duration, and of such an offensive character that the subject had contemplated suicide was cured by Lagoux in fifteen days. The means em- ployed were:— The feet were first bathed for several days in a week infusion of walnut-leaves, and then there was applied twice a day a mixture of Glycerine 10 grams I Perchloride of iron 30 grama Essence of bergamot 20 drops I Mix and apply as directed, twice each day. The results are surprisingly rapid and happy. TAKING COLD.-Many people are always taking cold, and hence are almost chronically catarrhal, because the spine is weak. Find measures to tone up the spinal cord, relieve its susceptibility, and the patient will cease to take cold at the slightest provocation. If you will notice the spine of these neurotic patients, you will see that, however young, they usually have round-shoulders and stoop forward like old men. The muscles of back and abdomen are all feeble and relaxed. The internal organs, under the control of the spine, sag, prolapse, and are ill regulated because the spine has little power to exert over them. The sympathetic nervous system has undue prominence, and a disturbance in one organ is exaggerated and rapidly spread to others. It is like anarchy where there is no law to check it. The three most sensitive centres are the nape of neck, the neighbourhood of the fourth and fifth dorsal vertebrae, and the small of back" or lumbar region. To relieve this tendency to spinal congestion, weakness and undue sensi- tiveness, the patient must first train him or her- self to sit and stand erect. This requires an effort of will and constant attention in the be- ginning, but a little practice will soon develop and make firm and strong that long, powerful muscle, which runs along the side of the back- bone, called erector spinas. Then arm and leg movements should be practised a few moments daily to strengthen the several layers of muscles in the back. It is a significant fact that, in the dissecting- room, it is almost impossible to make a good demonstration of these various layers, so sel- dom are they well developed. Hardening and vivifying the skin also strengthens the spine. Cold sponging followed by friction, rubbing with alcohol, salt baths, and acidulated washes, are all excellent measures for this purpose, toning the vaso-motor centres. When a cold is actually on, counter-irritation to nape of neck, if located in head, along fourth and fifth dorsal vertebrae, if in stomach, liver or bowels, or to small of back, if genitourinary organs are affected, will greatly assist medication in bring- ing about a oure.-The Family Doctoor. USEFUL HINTS FOR MOTHERS.—Headache: Children who suffer from headache without any apparent cause should be taken to an oculist to to have their eyes examined. They may be over- straining them without being conscious that they are doing so. Any defects of the eyes can be cured if glasses are worn for a time, and even the tiniest tots soon become accustomed to them. Chilblains Remember these are caused by want of exercise, want of warm clothing and in- sufficient nourishing food. Hazeline, which can be bought at any chemist's, is a good thing to rub in as soon as they appear, or they may be painted over with a solution of iodine. For broken ones spread boracio ointment on a piece of lint or linen rag. lay it on the chilblain, and spread cotton-wool over. Linen rag is better than cotton on which to spread the ointment, as it chafes a sore place less. Children who are subject to chilblains should never be allowed to wash in cold water. Cold Feet: If a child constantly complains of cold feet after going to bed, you may be pretty sure there is some defect in his circulation. In a case like this it is well to provide a hot-water bottle, which should be of indiarubbar and be placed between the under blanket and sheet. The water for these bottles must not be boiling, or the rubber will be injured. Children's Night-Wear: Don't let the little ones sleep in cotton or linen night-garments ia winter. If you can't afford flannel, make them some flannelette sleeping-suits or nightgowns. If you do this, have warm, light clothing on the beds, and keep the windows open, whatever the weather. You will find that the little ones will very seldom be troubled by colds or coughs. A screen between the bed and window will prevent all danger from draught; but remember there is more draught from a slightly opened window than from one wide open, so don't be satisfied to have it open only a tiny chink. THE SECRET OF WARM FEET.—The golden rule in cold weather, says The Family Doctor, is undoubtedly to keep the extremities warm. The first and most important thing to con- sider in carrying out this idea is never to be tightly shod. Boots or shoes that fit closely prevent the freo circulation of the blood by pressure, but when, on the contrary, they do not embrace the foot too firmly, the space left between the shoe and the stocking has a good supply of warm air. The second rule is never to sit in damp shoes. It is often supposed that, unless shoes are positively wet, it is unnecessary to change them while the feet are at rest. This is a great fallacy, for when the least dampness ia absorbed into the sole, in its evaporation it absorbs the heat from the foot, and thus perspiration is dangerously checked. This can be easily proved by trying the experiment of neglecting the rule. The feet will be found cold and damp after a few minutes, although, on taking off the shoe and examining it, it will appear qnite dry. it WHEN TO GIVE MEDICINE.—Bear this in mind when you give medicine:—R«ad the label on the bottle. Shake the bottle before you pour it out. Even if tho bottle is marked, it is safer to measure the dose in a properly marked glass. A medicine glass should be in every house. Medicine ordered three .times a day should be given at 10 a.m., 2 p.m., and 6 p.m. If the direction is that it is to be taken every four hours, give it at 8 a.m., 12 noon, 4 p.m., and 8 p.m. Do not give medicine in the night unless the doctor has told you diatiuotly to do so. Iron is always best taken after food. Quinine should be taken before food. Hot milk and coffee dis- guise the taste of cod-liver oil better than any- thing else. Pour a little coffee and milk into the cup first, then the oil, then more coffee, and one will hardly know lie has taken the medicine. » WASHING THE FACE.—There are some who object to washing the face often, especially with soap, thinking this an injury to the com- plexion. But those who have made a speci- ality of skin diseases say no part of the body needs soap so much; that the face, being constantly exposed to dust, collects so much it is not enough to wash it in clear water, They say if soap makes the face shiny, AS so many claim, it only shows that it is the more needed, and that the work of dry- ing after the bath has not been properly per- formed. The face, however, should not be wet immediately before or after going out. Its most thorough ahlutions should bo performed at night, before going to bed. and the following method should be observed in tho process Fill a basin with soft, warm water, lather a medium-sized sponge with good soap, and wash care- fully. Then take fresh water, without soap, and wash again with the hauds, and rub thoroughly with a lurkiah or crash towel until the face ig dry and tingling. This will do much toward improving and preserving the conplexion; and the little vexatious black spots called flesh worms" will usually disappear after a time, if it is persevered in.

Four things come not back-the spoken word the sped arrow, the past life, and the neglected opportunity, >

(r ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.] NORMA NORTON'S VOW; OB. AN OVERSHADOWED LIFIL, BY THOMAS B. FORD. AUTHOR OF A DEADLY BLOW," BTO., BTO. BTQ, I wfll call again to see Mm this evening," said the physician, whO was a kind-hearted man "bnl I doubt if the poor fellow will last that long." But when he visited his patien t again, that evening, he found him conscious and able to talk feebly, although his life was ebbing fast away.jjg

I CHAPTER XLIV. AN ATONEMENT. • Robert Parke spoke no more from the moment they laid him upon that bed of death until neai midnight. He continued to sins rapidly, while the twc young physicians and his daughter hung over him with tender solicitude, ministering to him and smoothing his way to the tomb. Just before midnight, he moved restlessly, and uttered one word "Norton What did he say ?'' asked Lena, anxiously, whc had failed to understand him, he spoke so feebly. He spoke of Norma," said Cliff, who was bend- ing over him, tenderly, "but he is evidently wandering." .< Yet, Van knew very well that he was thinking of Norma's father when he uttered that word. And that was the last word Robert Parke ever spoke. He died with the murdered man's name on his lips, But his dread secret, so far as his children were concerned, died with him. So the poor, burdened soul, the tortured spirit which had been under a shadow for many years, had found restrat last I He had given up his own life to save the cl' of the man whom he had, in the heat of passion, murdered. They buried him the next day in the gray olJ forest where he had lived so long. It is better to have buried the secret witb him," said Van to himself, as he turned away from the grave. Lena was overwhelmed with grief. She had been devotedly attached to her father, and hi.; death was a great shock to her. Oh, what shall I do ? she cried, bitterly, as she sobbed mournfully on her brother's breast. What will become of me now? "You must go back to the city with us, of course," returned Cliff; "and the sooner we start the better." But what shall we do with Miss Norma ?" suggested Van. Old Dunn will take possession of her the moment he finds she has returned." I think not," responded Cliff, boldly. She has promised to marry me, and I intend to make her my wife. Then we can defy him openly." A gleam of surprise, mingled with pleasure, swept over Van's countenance as he answered, pathetically: You are fortunate. She is a noble woman, and yet you assuredly deserve her. You should marry her immediately. Your father's recent death should not prevent the, ceremony from talcing place as soon as possible. Then only will she be safe." We will start immediately," said Cliff. So that very day they drove to Linden Station, leaving old Peter and Dinah in charge of Parke's Wilderness until further orders. On their arrival at Linden Station that evening they were informed of the terrible catastrophe to Dirk Handy and Ben Hawk. They were all greatly astonished at this start- ling information. Providence has had a hand in this," said Van, solemnly. But retribution has overtaken them a little sooner than I expected." Hawk is dead and buried," said the man who had told them of the accident, and Handy now lies in the office here at the point of death. His physician says he can live only a very short time longer." I should like very much to see mm," said Cliff, quickly. Please ask if we can see him and speak to him." I'll do so, sir," said the man, politely, as ne turned and entered the office. In a few moments he returned with the informa- tion that the physician gave them his permission bo see and speak with Dirk. I've been a-lookin' for you, gentlemen," saict the boatman, feebly, as Van and Cli ff entered the room where he was lying, sadly bruised and mutilated, My life-boat is about to be launche 1 ,m the Death Sea, and I wanted to set things as right as I could before I left this port forever, for I ain't got long to stay, I know." What is it ?" inquired Cliff, eagerly, as lie took a seat beside the dying man. If you have any atonement to make for the cruel manner in which you have treated Miss Norma, for God's sake do so before it is too late, and I am suae she will forgive you ere you die Dirk's eyes filled with remorseful tears, and ne choked and swallowed as if lie were suffocating. The physician gave him a stimulant which seemed to revive him, and he said, falteringly I want to right that poor Miss Norton, who has ivoen so badly treated, before I go. I've done her i great wrong, and I know it, though her guar- dian was the prime mover in all of it, cuss him Please to write it down, and I'll sign it, so you may show it in court, if needs be. She'll have use for it, no doubt, for he is a great scamp." Thereupon, he proceeded to relate, betwe en his gasps for breath, the perfidious story of Hamilton Dunn's cruelty and treachery, with which the reader is already familiar. -4 His statements were written down by Van, and being read over to Dirk, were signed by him, and witnessed by Van and Cliff and the attending physician. And now," said the boatman, solemnly, if the young lady is here, I would like to see her and ask her forgiveness." Van went out quietly, and in a moment re- turned with Norma, whom he led to the side of the dying and penitent man. "I ain't got long to stay, miss," he said, in a choking voice, and I want to ask your pardon for all the harm I've ever done you, and I hope you'll forgive me for it." "I do forgive you, Mr. Handy." she said, fer- vently, the tears starting in her eyes; and I pray heaven also to pardon you for all your sins." Amen 1" tesponded Dirk, solemnly. Now I'm ready to go." He shuddered, and his head fell back on the pillow. His boat had left the shore of Time for the har- I bour of Eternity.

CHAPTER XLV. FORGIVENESS. In a very short time after Dirk Handy had launched his boat on that mysterious stream which sooner or later must bear us all away to that unknown country from whence no traveller returns, Norma Norton, accompanied by hei friends, was being carried rapidly toward the city, from which she had fled but a short time before to avoid the persecutions of her unscrupulous guardian. '.A "H tSh^CTima'not nelp feeling uneasy. The nearer I she approached that scene of all her misfortunes the more dejected and apprehensive she became. She dreaded her gnarndian like death, for she knew how exceedingly shrewd and cunning he was, and with what unrelenting steps he had pur. sued her in order to get her out of his way. Cliff noticed her evident uneasiness, and said You look sad and despondent. What depresses you ? Are you thinking of the terrible and melancholy scenes which we are just leaving be- hind us ? "No," she answered, with a sigh. "They are all over now, and we should try to forget them. But I was thinking of the dangers ahead-of the cruel man who has done so much to make me miter ible. I cannot even think of him without a shudder I "You need apprehend no danger from him, whatever," returned Cliff, encouragingly. Dirk Handy's confession, accompanied by your own 81 idence, will overwhelm him. He will be entirely at your mercy now, for you have him absolutely in your power. It rests exclusively with you tc say what shall become of him. A word from you will consign him to a prison, far more to be dreaded than the one in which he formerly held you captive. You need, not fear him in the least." "loannot help it," she responded. I know him too well not to still entertain the most serious apprehensions. He is as deep as the sea, and there is uo telling to what fearful extremes he will pro- ceed." My dear Norma, you are in no danger what. ever, I tell you," persisted Cliff, earnestly. With the proofs which we now possess the man isjiowgr- less. He will be compelled to beg for quarter on any terms." Cliff is correct," Van now remarked. 1 ac not apprehend the slightest danger from him. We will burst upon him like a thunderbolt, and sur- prise and overw helm him completely. There can be no doubt of it." I wish I could feel confident of it," responded Norma but I fear that man worse than death, and shall never feel safe as long as I am neai him." "You nave already made too many narrow escapes to apprehend much danger, I think," said Lena. "Pr ovidence is evidently on your side. Cheer up, my dear; there is a bright prospect be- fore up." At this moment a boy passed through the train with newspapers to sell. I have not seen a paper for quite a while," said Van. "I believe I'll get one to see what is going on in the world." He bought a paper and began to react it with interest. Finally he uttered an exclamation ot surprise. Listen to this! be said, in an astonished voice Then he proceeded to read an advertisement- signed by Hamilton Dunn, offering a reward oi one thousand dollars for the return of his ward, Miss Norm a Norton, with which the reader is familiar. When-he had finished this, Cliff said, agita- tedly This is the reward which Dirk spake of in hie confession to us, and which he was so intent upon obta ining, and which finally cost him his life. It was a mere subterfuge of Dunn. He offered it for the purpose of keeping down suspicion." He is a deep villain," said Van, but we need fear him no longer; his power is over. In a few hours more he will be hurled from the place which he has so unjustly usurped." "Heaven grant it I" said Norma, fervently. "I But I fear him still." There is no danger, J assure you," replied Van, Do not allow yourself to be disturbed in regard to him. His p ower over you is at an end." He continued to run his eyes over the paper, and in a moment more ut tered another startling exclamation. Listen to this! he said, excitedly, as he read: 51 'Doctor Conley, superintendent of the Lunatic Asylum, was struck on the head yesterday with a heavy piece of timber and instantly killed by one of the attendants at that institution, named Rf.fferty, who is now under n rrest for the crime. The superintendent had discharged a woman named Mary McArty, another attend ant, at which Rafferty took umbrage. Mary is also under arrest, charged with being an accomplice, as having in- cited Rafferty to do the killing.' Why, she is the same woman who had me in charge said Norma, with surprise. Ycur enemies are all coming to grief, ycu see I' exclaimed Cliff, earnestly. The Lord seems tc be punishing those who tormented yon." "I have forgiven them 11," returned Norma fervently. "There is now no animosity in thy heart toward any one." Not even to the man who slew your fatner? 8.sked Cliff. "No. After all I have endured, I have arrived at the conclusion that the Lord hns-brought these troubles upon me to chasten me and give me a better heart. I do not believe that my mother, ij she were living, would want me to carry into exe- cution that terrible vow. Then you forgive the man who took your father's life ? asked Van, earnestly. "I do, she solemnly, "even as I ex- pect to be forgiven at the final hour." By this time they had reached the city. It wa t night. Norma alighted from the cars with a trembling anxious heart. Cliff, noticing her agitation, said, soothingly: Do not be frightened. It is now too late to call upon your guardian. We will pass the night at a hotel, and to-morrow we will burst upon him like an unexpected thunderbolt 1

CHAPTER XLVI. A THUNDERBOLT. Mr. Hamilton Dunn sat in his luxurious library, m an easy-chair, and reading the morning paper. There was a shadow on his brow as he sat there running his eyes over the columns before him. A vague fear, strange, undefinable and incompre- hensible, pervaded his mind. He had been under a dark cloud for a long time on account of the nefarious manner in which he had treated his unfortunate ward, and the fear which it naturally engendered. But now there was an inexplicable dread of im- pendieg evil which that very day had taken pos- session of him. Ever since Dirk Handy's last visit to him, and his startling assertion that Miss Norton WfiE still alive and well, he had felt unusually uneasy. And though he half-suspected it was only an effort of the boatman to blackmail him and force him into terms, still it had a powerful effect upon him Yet he was satisfied that it was not this disclo- sure which caused his present uneasiness. It was something which he could not define--a singular foreboding, mysterious and terrible 1 Suddenly he heard the door-bell ring long and loudly. He shuddered as the sound fell on his ears. He felt that it announced unwelcome visitors- that it was the indicator of evil tidings. In another instant a servant entered, announc- ing that some ladies and gentlemen wished to see him. Who are they ? inquire! Mr. Du.m, uneasily, almost trembling with agitation and excitement as he spoke. I don't know, sir," the man responded. The as he spoke. I don't know, sir," the man responded. The gentlemen are strangers to me, and one of the ladies is heavily veiled." Mr. Dunn started. A cold perspiration broke cut on his brow. He came near falling in the ex. ci!.emerit cf.the. moment. "A veiled woman!" he gasped. "I wondei who she can be ? I don't know, sir," answered the servant, as he bowe 1 and withdrew. For an instant the idea had suggested itself to Mr. Dunn that the veiled woman was his missing ward. "But no," he said to himself, regaining his composure; that can never be. It ili doubtless some trick of old Handy." In a few moments afterward he walked into the parlour with a firm tread, wearing his usual placid smile. He found two men and two' women awaiting him. The moment he entered the room one of thE men, who was sitting in a dark corner, turned his back, so that Mr. Dnnn could not see his face. The other man advanced toward him, with his hand extended, very politely saying This is Mr. Hamilton Dunn, I presume 1 "That is my name, sir," returned Mr. Dunn, coldly, taking the proffered hand mechanically Whom have I the honour of addressing 1" "My name is Grey. sir," responded the other, affably—"Doctor Van Grey! I am the son oi Alfred Grey, the attorney, with whom you are in all probability acquainted." Mr. Dunn fiurshed and frowned darkly. He had good reason, indeed, to remember Alfred Grey. I have seen the gentleman, sir," he said, stiffiy. What is your business with me 2 Were you ever acquainted with a gentleman by the name of Dirk Handy ? inquired Van, still very polite.. The guardian's face turned ashen. I have seen the fellow," lie said, after a short pause. "I have a document, with his signature attached which I would like for you to Examine, if you please," said Van, meaningly. Mj, Dunn trembled visibly. He knew all this was the prelude to some alarming disclosure. What is it ? he whispered, through his white lips. Van took a paper from his coat pocket, and handing it to Mr. Dunn, said, defiantly; Read that, sir." Mr. Dunn ran his eyes over it rapidly. Then uttering a deep groan, he fell, heavily, into a chair. Van seated himself quietly, and gazed at the other with a threatening countenance Mr. Dunn's face had assumed a ceath-like ap- pearance. His features were pinched and drawn, and his eyes were sunk in his head. What do you think of it, sir ? asked Van, sneeringly. Mr. Dunn did not reply for a minute. He clasped his forehead between his hands, ss if to ts! ill its throbbing, and then asked, faintly Yvhere is she? Here I am, sir; if you allude to me, and I pre. sume you do," exclaimed Norma—who all this time had been sitting apart a silent spectator—as she now arose and came forward, throwing aside her veil. Here I am, alive and well, thank God, but not with your approval, I dare say." Mr. Dunn gazed- at her for a minute or two in a dazed way, and then buryin g his face in his hands broke out, bitterly, crying: Forgive me and pity me. Do not ruin me. Remember my wife and childre n You deserve to be ru ined," cried Clifford Parke, indignantly, as he also arose and came for- ward, for he it was who all this time had been sit- ting in the corner with his face tu rned away. A monster only could have treat ed any one as you have this unoffending and once helpless younr lady-now helpless no longer, thank heaven Have mercy, Norma cried Mr. Dunn, wildly prostrating himself at her feet. For God's sukc: do not ruin me 1,9 I will not prosecute you, but will pardon y :u on one condition," she replied, sternly. Name it," he cried, eagerly. I am willing t premise anything to shiell my family from n. desolation which I know vou can bring upon them." "You must leave the city immediately," she re- sponded, determineily, "and never leturn ag.i In three days at the farthest, you must take y. n departure. If you are here at the end of that ti.ac I shall prefer charges against you." "I will go," he responded, meekly, greatly re- lieved, "and I thank ycuproioundly for yuurfor- bearance, for I do not deserve it." In three days, then, I shall expect possession of my house," she said, emphatically. You shall have it," he replied, humbly. Then the party, consisting of Van, Cliff, Lena, and Norma took their departure.

"HAPTER XLVII. TWO WEDDINGS. The nfght is lovely. All natur e seems to sn:ile. The very stars in the heavens appear to twinkle uerrily, as if they are exulting over some brigh t e eat. For it is a joyful occasion indeed. The happiest hour that several actors, who played a prominent part in this drama, have ever known. The magnificent residence of Miss Norma Nor- ton is filled with a gay and happy assemblage. The gorgeous parlours are agleam with the dazzling lights. Music sweet, delicious and he avenly, floats on the perfumed air. A thousand flowers give their delightful fragrance to the enchanted scene. After so many trials and diffi culties, after so aueh distress and suffering, this is a glorious end- ing indeed 1 Oh, a triumphant ending For this night Clifford Parke is to be mariiedto Norma Norton, and V an Grey to Lena Parke. How beautiful the two brides, look in their fleecy white garments, with the soft light in their eyes and the rich colour en their cheeks 1 And how proud and handsome the bridegrooms look, as they appear before the as sembled guests, each with his bride, fair as the vision of a dream, hanging on his arm I There are designs of happy omens, formed of twined flowers, scattered all about the rooms. There is the graceful marriage-bell, made of white lilies, swinging from the centre of a great horse- shoe, also formed of snowy blossoms, and over- hanging a white dais, on which the happy couples are to stand during the perf ormance of that mystic rite which binds two lives together, making twain only one. As the bridal party appear in the entrance of the vast parlours, the musicians, sitting on an im- promptu gallery, which is also so covered with flowers as to seem built of them, begin to play. So the Wedding March is played, and the happy couples take their places on the floor, and the ceremony that binds them together for life is per- formed. Then the crowd gather around to congratulate them, incluling Mr. and Mrs. Joe Naul, late Miss Nannie Handy—she and Joe having taken the step several days before—and with tearful eves "nd graceful hearts they return thanks to Norma for the beautiful cottage she has that night pre- sented to them as a bridal present. But in the mi 1st of all this gladness and fes. tivity a shadow fells across Norma's face, as she suddenly recalls her guardian, whom she has been too generous to prosecute for his outrageous treatment and perfidy. On the contrary, she has assisted him, as we already know, and poured cords of fire upon his head by her generous conduct in calling to see him. in company with her three faithful friends and when he begged loudly for mercy—after they had shown him Dirk's written cOllfession-kindy forsrivina him, and even bestowing upon him tac means of leaving me city ana moving to the far West, it is to be hoped a truly penitent man, Her hueband noticed this shadow, an'" s-.id tenderly: There is a cloud upon your facc. darin-o-. What troubles you 2 1, I was thinking of my guarUan," she said, solemnly. Never think of him, my dear," he responded a little impatiently, unless it is to hope that he may never get in the same predicament in which he once placed you." How is that ?" she asked. Behind iron bars," he returned, smiling. A mist gatherd in the dusky eyes, dimming their brightness. ° "If he ever finds himself in that trouble," she said, softly, with her li ttle hand lying warm in that of her newly-mane husband—"if ever he finds himself in that trouble, I pray that he may find a B kind a heart and as strong an arm to aid him as came to me 1" And Cliff made answer The hand and heart shall aid you through life God witling!" THE EJTD.

MARRIAGE OF MISS EVA BROOKS AND MR. J. HAY. A pretty wedding was solemnised on Tuesday, the 1st instant, at St. John's Church, Cardiff, when the Rev A. Henderson, assisted by the Rev Frank Williams, of Barry Docks, married Mies Eva Brooks, youngest daughter of Mrs Brooks, Barry Docks, and niece of Mr R. P. Culley, to Mr John Hay, of Messrs Strick and Company, London. The Church was prettily decorated with palms and Marguerite daisies, and the service was fully choral. The bride, escorted up the aisle by her brother, Mr F. S. T. Brooks, of Cadoxton, was given away by her mother. Her wedding dress was mousselinn-de-soie, embroidered in silver and ivory satin, and the tulle veil was fastened to the hair with a spray of real orange blossoms. She carried a shower bouquet of lilies and roses, the gift of the bridegroom, who was supported by Mr Walker as best man. Four bridesmaids attended the bride, Miss Culley, Miss Maggie Culley (cousins), Miss Marion Duncan (niece), and Miss Dorothy Wakely, Dinas Powis. Miss Culley and Miss M. Culley wore pale green and pink floral muslin dresses, with pale green straw hats, trimmed with Banksia roses. Miss Marion Duncan and Miss Dorothy Wakely wore very pretty soft white silk smocks, inlet with Valenciennes lace, their hats being composed of white satin straw, trimmed with chiffon and bunches of lilies of the valley, the two elder bridesmaids carrying shower bouquets of pink roses and lilies, and the two younger baskets of the same flowers, which, with gold curb chain bracelets, were the gifts of the bridegroom. After the ceremony the guests adjourned to the Art Gallery, where the wedding breakfast was served. The bride's mother wore brown crepe-de-chine, handsomely trimmed, and toque of biscuit chiffon she carried a shower bouquet of yellow iris and maiden-hair fern. Mrs R. P. Culley wore a very pretty gown of navy foulards with tuscan toque, trimmed with pink roses and plumes. Miss Hay was attired in a charming gown of black voile over white glace silk, with hat of gold-coloured straw, trimmed with black velvet clematis she carried a bouquet of red roses. Mrs R. T. Duncan wore an original and exceedingly becoming gown of blue voile, trimmed with apple-green crepe-de-chine and ecru insertion her hat was composed of roses and their foliage, and she carried a bouquet of of Marechal Neil roses. Mrs C. S. Jackson wore grey silk voile, and bat of biscuit guipure, trimmed with sequire lace and pink auriculas her bouquet was composed of pale pink carnations. Mrs F. S. T. Brooks were cream figured Indian silk, tdmmcd with gold embroidery and black picture hat; she carried a bouquet of La France roses. Mrs Arthur Culley wore black and white silk. Mrs Duncan (Rhoose) was becomingly attired in a gown of black and mauve. Mrs Thomas (Rhoose) wore pale blue crepe, with ivory ruffle and black picture hat. Miss WingfieJd wore pale green crepe chine. Mrs Dickson (Liverpool) wore mauve and white muslin, black hat, her flowers being mauve orchids. The bride's going-away dress was of brown silk canvas, strapped with ivory glace silk, and with it she ) wore a long cream cloth coat and Tuscan straw hat, trimmed with pink roses. Later in the afternoon Mr and Mrs Hay left for Scotland, where the honeymoon is being spent. The wedding presents were of a handsome, numerous, and useful description.

WOULD NOT BE WITHOUT. I Alltmelyd, Rhyl. DEAR SIRS,—I have suffered for years from weakness, low spirits, and indigestion, and the best remedy I have had is Gwilym Evans' Quinine Bitters. I take it every year, and would not be without it for "nything.-Yours truly, M. WILLIAMS.

BASEBALL. CAERPHILLY v. BARRY DOCK aJ jiliic V xtL 1 JL »a These teams met at the Witchill Grounds, Cadoxton, on Saturday last, when the home team won an interesting game by 16 runs and 8 men to bat. Mesbrs Williams, Dowdeswell, Martin, and Torrington played excellent games. Scores Barry Dcclc Conservatives: Torrington, 8 14 Martin, 14—3; Williams, 24—0; Evans, 3—6; Dowdeswell, 10—3 Harrison, 0—1; Parry, 0—2; Russell, 0-0; Taylor, 0-2; Sanders, 0-0; Jenkins, 0-2; extras, 17-4; total, 76-37. Caerphilly: Norton. 0—14; M. Norton, 0—1; Howell, 4—0 Hill, 21—1 Rowlands, 6—3 Strickland, 0—1 R. Norton, 0—0; Jackson, 3-1; Francis, 0—2; Evans, 15-4; Williams, 0-0; extras, 7-14; total, 56-41.

(Dtigirta! poetrg. TAKE CARE OF HIM." Perhaps he was once as near to God As you are striving to be, Perhaps he was 00 ce a worker, too, And could see as you also see. But someone or something has hidden the light. He gropes in darkness now, Yet there is hope if you do your part, And chase the lines from his brow. God's image is still within his heart, You must seek and you'll find it there It may be your mission, and your. alone.. To save him from sad despair. Oh I do all you can for the fallen one Left alone on the world's highway Pass him not by on the other side, But stoop down and beside him stay. Then by kindly words uplift him yet To the God of all pardon and peace He will repay you for all you spend In joys that can never cease. Cadoxton-Barry, A. M.S.

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