The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

ABERYSTWYTH. RURAL COUNCIL, Monday, March 7th.—Present: Messrs W. Mason, Llancynfelin, chairman; David Jones, Troedrhiwfronfrech, vice-chairman R. Thomas, Tirmynach; John James, Llanbadarn Upper • Isaac Jones. Llan- ilar; E. J. Wilhams, Ceulanamaes- mawr; John Roberts, Uchayndre; W. Sinnett Jones, Llanrhystyd; Lewis Richards, LI. J. Lewis, Cwmrheidol; W. T. Lewis, Borth; David James, Penrhyncoch; Messrs Hugh Hughes, clerk; H. Griffiths, assistant clerk; James Hughes, sanitary inspector; and the surveyors. Public Rights. Mr Vaughan Da vies, M.P., wrote acknowledging a resolution passed by the Council asking him to support the Public Rights of Way Bill. He had no doubt ne would be able to comply with their wishes. Borth. An alteration suggested by the Par- ochial Committee was. agreed to respect- ing the draft lease from Miss Lewis as to the water supply of Borth. It was also agreed to the proposition of Mr W. T. Lewis to authorise the Parochial Committee to engage an engineer to pre- pare plan for a sewerage scheme, the ex- pense of which is chargeable to the parish. Bridge Wanted. The Surveyor (Mr David Davies) again reported on the great need for a bridge over the Melindwr at Cefncoed, near Gog- inan. The inhabitants complained of the dangerous place. It was stated that the Council had previously decided to erect a bridge, but the matter was de- ferred pending the question of obtaining a loan for all new bridges.—Mr Lewis Richards supported the Surveyor's re- port, and on the proposition of Mr D. James a committee was appointed to visit the place and recommend what should be done. Sanitary. The Inspector reported that the work of draining and channelling the roadside at Pwllhobi had been completed and a substantial job made, making a vast dif- ference in the appearance of the place and abating the nuisance. He would like to know who was responsible for maintaining the drain of Wesley-ter- race, Taliesin, as the roadside had got &n access through the grating. The drain- age at Goginan had been improved. On the Clerk's advice, he recommended that the house at Tre'rddol reported to be unfit for habitation should be dealt with under the Housing and Town Planning Act. so that it could be closed forthwith. At the request of the Parish Council he visited Ystumtuen with the view of im- proving the well from which the inhabi- tants and school children obtained their water supply. Mr LI. J. Lewis agreed with him that the well should be closed and a tap provided. Two cases of diph- theria were not fied at Llanfihangel-y- creuddyn. one of which proved fatal. Every effort was made to stamp out the disease and all the houses were thoroughly disinfected.—The report was adopted and the necessary steps ordered to be taken. PEfTY SESSIONS. Wednesday, March 9th.—Before William Thomas, David James, and T. W. Powell, Esqrs. Application.—An application by Mr Rufus Williams, Lion Hotel, for an ex- tension of two hours on the occasion of a social evening to be held on Thursday night was granted. Rates.—Jenkin Davies. coal merchant. Trefechan, was summoned by Thomas Wil- liams, rate collector, to show cause why lie should not be committed to prison for refusing: to pay £1 7s 8d, amount of rate due.—Thomas Williams said defendant offered to pay 5s per month on December 16th, 1908, but he had not paid anything since August last.—Defendant said he would have paid had he been able to do 80, but his wife and daughter had been ill for four months.—The Bench adjourned the case for a month.—John Humphreys, Craigydon, joiner, Queen's-road, was summoned by Thomas Williams to show cause why he should not be committed to prison for refusing to pay 11s. amount of rates due.—Complainant stated that an order was made on September 29th under which defendant was to pay Is. per week. —'Defendant said the Saturday following the date of the order he was thrown out of employment. He had told the col- lector he would pay when he got employ- ment. He had had a great deal of ill- ness in the house, and his earnings for this year were only 30s.—The Collector asked defendant if it was not a fact that Mr John Lewis Evans would give him em- ployment if he would keep off the drink, and defendant admitted that drink might have had a great deal to do with it.—In- spector Phillips said if defendant was a sober man, lie could have constant em- ployment.- Edward Felix, rate collector, said the defendant owed JB1 163.. la. poor rate.—The Bench adjourned the cases for a week. Compromised.—The charge against, John Morgan James, schoolboy, Penparke, by Henry Davies, Glasfryn, for wilfully damag ng a gate, was. stated to have been compromised..

SUMMER ENTERTAIN- MENTS. On Friday evening a special meeting of the Town Council was held at the Corpora- tion Offices to receive tenders for the Pier and Pavilion, the bandstand, and pitch on the Castle Grounds. There were present Aldermen Peter Jones, Robert Doughton. and Isaac Hopkins, Councillors C. M. Williams. Daniel Thomas, T. J. Samuel, R. J. Jones. Harry Davies, and Dr. Bonsall; Messrs. A. J. Hughes, town clerk; Hees Jones, borough surveyor; and Charles Massey, borough accountant. The committees of the Council sat from shortly after six until half-past nine and at that time the representatives or the Press were admitted and informed by Councillor T J. Samuel, who was in the chair, that having opened the tenders, the treneral Purposes Committee decided not to aoept any. but recommended that Ir. Lewis (last year's bandmaster) should be invited to meet the Committee respecting the provision of a band for the coming season and that Mr. Rowe and Ir. Wheatlev should be seen as to the provision of entertainments.

SHEEP DIPPING AGITATION. SUGGESTED CO-OPERATION IN BUYING SHEEP DIP. A SLUGGISH LOT. Profe-sor Bryner Jones, of the Univer- sity College of Wales Agricultural De- partment, with a view of helping farm- ers, convened a meeting on Monday at noon in the Agricultural Lecture Room at the College, to consider the question of the co-operative purchase of sheep-dip. At twelve o'clock when the meeting should be commenced there was not a farmer in attendance. In five or ten minutes three or four arrived as well as Sir Edward Prvse, Gogerddan, and at twenty minutes after the time fixed was voted to the chair. Before the end of the meeting the attendance of farmers had got up to about half a dozen, includ- ing Mr John Richards. Penrhynooch Mr John Jones, Furnace; Mr Edwards, Nant- stalwen Mr David Owen, Y Fagwr: and Mr J. P. Lewis, Llwyniorwerth. There were also present Mr H. O. Pugh, Cvm- merau: Professor Bryner Jones; Mr Eld- ward Williams, chief constable; Mr Sup- erintendent Richard Jones; and Mr. Williams, veterinary surgeon, and a few agricultural students. Professor Bryner Jones said he had sent out postcards to a few farmers he knew and to others whose names had been given him inviting them to at- tend a meeting to consider the question of the purchase of sheep-dip on co-opera- tive lines. A great deal of discussion had been going on recently on sheep dipping, but that meeting had nothing to do with the advisability or inadvisability of sheep dipping. As it appeared that the carrying out of the regulat'ons of the Board of Agriculture would entail the use of a good deal of dip, it was 6Ug;- gested by those who were interested in the matter that an attempt should be made to get flockmasters to combine for the purpose of purchasing dip on co- operative lines. The advantage of com- bination was that in buying dip in large quantit es it could be procured at a lower price and an additional advantage would accrue in a better guarantee of quality. Farmers might either combine in buying dip or they might pass a resolution re- questing the County Council to do some- thing in that direction. Farmers would be allowed to use what dip they pre- ferred. In order to bring the matter formally before the meeting he proposed that it was desirable that steps should be taken to procure dip on co-operative lines. He had received letters from Mr F. M. Campbell and Mr Richard Gillart, Machynlleth, regretting inability to be present, Mr Campbell stating that he be- lieved thoroughly in dipping but re- cognizing difficulties in regard to the regulations. Mr John Richards, Penrhynooch, stated that the Penrhyncoch Farmers' Co- operative Society was able to obtain dip at a lower price by buying it in bulk and distributing it among the members and pointed out that if a co-operative society were establshed it would have to be registered and the Pharmacy Act would have to be complied with in respect of the sale of dip containing poisons. Mr H. 9. Pugh seconded the proposi- tion that it was desirable to purchase dip on co-operative lines; and the proposi- tion was agreed to, Mr Edwards, Nant- stalwen, saying he was not in favour of the movement without further considera- tion and discussion. There were so few farmers present. Mr John Richards-Farmers as a, rule are rather sluggish in taking up improve- ments. Mr Jones, Furnace-You need not blame them. There are plenty blaming them already. Mr J Richards—But I am one of them. Mr Pugh said if farmers wanted to form an association they should have one of 200 or 300 members. He suggested that meetings should be held throughout! the district and delegates appointed to a general meeting to be held later on to further consider the proposal. Mr Jones, Furnace, said that Machyn- lleth and Merioneth had decided what to do in respect of the dipping regulations and suggested that the next meeting at Aberystwyth should discuss not only the question of the purchase of dip, but what attitude farmers should adopt in regard to the sheep-dipping regulations requiring two dips this summer. Everybody—even those whose flocks were clean a.nd had no scab for years—was prepared to under- take to make a thoroughly-good job of it. The Chairman said that meeting was confined to the question of how best to procure dip, and could not discuss the general question of sheep-dipping. Farmers had got to carty out- two dip- pings. Mr Jones replied that he was not quite sure whether the people would stand that or not, and it was time to face the mat- ter. They would have to face the matter and stand or fall by the decision. The Chairman said in that case he feared the farmers would fall. The Board of Agriculture had the law behind them and the farmers had not. They had to carry out the order and the best thing to consider was how best to carry it out. Though no doubt farmers felt a bit sore, they must swallow the orders this year and then talk to the Board again. Mr Edwards having seoonded the pro- posal to ask local meetings to appoint delegates to a futher general meeting, Professor Bryner Jones said the College held an official position in oonnection I with the Board of Agriculture and, though he had no objection to a con- sideration of the general question of dip- ping, he could not be drawn into any meeting in which the regulations of the Board were discussed or act as the oon- vener. The object of the meeting was to assist farmers in procuring the Dest dip in the cheapest way. The Chief Constable pointed out that if there was a desire to get the County Council to do anything in the way of procuring dip, it would be necessary to apply before the meeting of the Health Committee in April. It was then decided to ask Professor Bryner Jones to write to the Clerks of the Parish Meetings in the unions of Machynlleth, Tregaron, and Aber- ystwyth, asking them to convene meet- ings to consider the matter and to ap- point a delegate to attend a general meeting at the College on April 4th.

CORRIS. Concert.—On Tuesday evening, March 1st. (St. David's Day), the children at- tending the Council School held their annual concert. As the day turned out fine a good number of people assembled to hear and see the children going through a long programme of songs, dialogues, and drills. They were ably assisted by the following artistes who freely gave their services, so as to make the meeting a success:—Miss Mary E. Jones, M. J. Jones, Aberllefeni; Messrs David Davies, Josiah Jones, Evan Jones, and Joty-i M. Jones, Panroocli. The concert opened by the singing of the Welsh air "Dydd Gwvl Dewi," by the standards V., VI., VII. Recitation, Dewi Sant, standards, I and II. An in- teresting address was given by the Chairman (Dr R. J. Roberts), followed bv "Llwyn On," by the school children; dialogue, "My Neighbour's Tools," H. H. Disley and others; song, "The Budget," by the boys; song, "Nellie Bly." by Annie Jane Jones: drill by in- fants division, I. and II.; song, "See the little Babies go," infants; also rot- ations, Meddyliau Plentvn," and "Snowflakes"; son, "Cartref," by Miss Mary E. Jones; recitations, "Billy and Barbara." bv Lilly Roberts and Harold Owen; "Dydd Gwyl Dewi," by three infants; "Y Mul," (The Donkey), by Aneurin 0. Edwards; duett, Miss M. E. Jones and David Davies, Aberllefeni; song, "Ten Little Toddle Kins," stan- dards I and II.; recitation, "Playing Church," Rhisiart M. Davies and Ellen A. Davies; song, Y "Bachgen Dewr," fr Josiah Jones: song. "Fv Nolli," infants; reciation, Hwyangerdd Dol," the babies; song "Tros y Garreg," infants; Then followed the distribution of medals and prizes. In the unavoidable absence of Mr Morris Thomas, C.C., Mr D. John Jones, clerk of the managers of Towyn district, consented to distribute the prizes and gave an appropriate address encouraging parents and children to still further show zeal and energy in sending their children to school punc- tually and regularly. The following children had made full attendance for the year ending 31st July, 1909, and were therefore entitled to a medal or1 book as prize:—Jane E. Griffiths, Trefor M. Lewis, Emily Griffiths, Jatne Jones, Tyno House, Lizzie M'. Leake. The following also received prizes for punc- tuality and progress, Jane A. Owen, Trefor Griffiths. M. Ceridwen Jones, John A. Edwards, James Luke, Rhisiart M. Davies, Blodwen George, H. Harold Disley, wd Edwardfe, Ifjor Griffiths, Eddie P Humphreys, Griffith J. Griffiths, Sephorah Humphreys, Cassie Pritchard, Morfudd Humphreys, Gladys Owen, Edward M. Pritchard, Augusta Lewis, Maglona Davies, Dorothy M. Owen. Amongs the Infants the following re- ceived prizes:—Jenny Hughes, Harold E. Owen, Lilly H. Roberts, Edward J. Davies, Robert J. Thomas, Bessie PYitichard, Elvan; Haydn Pugh. The second part of the concert was then proceeded with as follows:—song, Hen laith fy Mam," by Miss Mary J. Jones; recreation drill, standards I to II; recit- ation. "The Gentleman," Willie Griffiths and class; song, "Y Dymhestl," Mr D. Davies, dialogue, "It's no joke to be a Baby" (loudly applauded1), infants; song, "The Fox and t.he Grapes," standards V. VI., VII.; recitations by standards III. and IV. "Cerbvfl Morgan," "Y Dyn dall a'i Ffon," and "Cantre'r Gwaelod"; song. "Clementine," by David Edwards: dumb bell drill by the Boys; song, "Y Bucail," Mr Evan Jones: action song, "White Sails," girls of standards III to VII.; rtecitation, "Ti wyddost betih ddywed fy nghalon," girls, standards V., VI. VII. quartette, Mr J. M. Jones and party; song "Won't you buy my pretty flowers," Morfudd Humphreys; fan drill, by girls of standards III. to VII.; recitation, "Alun Mabon," Boys V. VI. standards; Welsh airs, "Beth mae'r Brenin," ended a successful and enjoy- able evening, all bearing testimony to the rrent. The accompanists were Mrs Williams. Brynawel, and Mr D. R. Lloyd. A vote of thanks- was unani- mously passed with acclamation to the teachers and children for their trouble in preparing their parts. Bible Society Meeting.—On Wednes- day at Bethania C.M. Chapel, the Rev D. C. Edwards, M.A., Llanbedr, the delegate of the Bible Society, addressed a meeting on behalf of the society. Mr Richard Jones, Bethaniar-terraice, pre- sided.

The CHANCELLOR of the EXCHEQUER. Every housewife is a Chancellor of the Exchequer; the wise ones never put a tax on the digestion of the household. In cake and pastry making they always use Borwick's Baking Powder.

MERIONETHSHIRE Polling for the election of county councillor for Maenofferen ward, Blaenau Festiniog, took place on Saturday, the candidates being the Rev John Hughes, Congregational minister, the official nominee of the Liberal party, and Mr D. White Phillips, solicitor, Independent Liberal. Great interest centred in the contest, and there were exciting scenes at the declaration of the poll. Result of the Poll. D. White Phillips 146 Rev J. Hughes 137 Majority. 9 LLANSANTFFRAID. H. Jones. (L.) 130 David Lloyd (C.) 72 Majority 58 LLANDDERFEL. Hugh Meredith Jones (L.) Ill Rev Thomas Price Evans (C.) 50 Majority. 61 DOLGELLEY (NORTHERN) Rev W. Pari Huws (L.) 143 Robert Vaughan (C.) 122 Majority. 21 DOLGELLEY (RURAL). John Griffith, jun., (L.) 113 Henry Meredyth Richards (C.) 89 Majority 24 BARMOUTH (NORTHERN). Owen Williams Morris (L.) 117 *John Morgan (L.) 110 Majority 7 BARMOUTH (SOUTHERN). *T. Martin Williams (L.) 106 Hugh Evans (L.) 105 Majority 1 DYFFRYN. Wm. Watkin Davies (L.) 125 *John Richard Jones (L.) 93 Majority 32 MAWDDWY. Robert Jones (L.) 148 John Jones (C.) 77 Majority 71 TALYLLYN. Humphrey Jones (I.L.) 50 Robert John Roberts (L.) 49 Majority 1 MAENOFFEREN. D. White Phillips (I.L.) 146 *Rev John Hughes (L.) 137 Major:ty 9 MAEXTWROG. R. W. Vaughan (C.) 110 Wm. Ellis Jones (L.) 96 Majority. 14 TOWYN. *John Maethlon James (L.) 255 John Cadvan Edwards (C.) 141 Majority 114 CONSERVATIVE VICTORY. Polling for the election of a county councillor for the -Alaentm,tog and Llan- decwyn district on the County Council took place on Saturday, resulting in the return .of Mr R. W. Vaughan, estate agent, the Conservative candidate. The seat was formerly held by Mr Edward de Clifford Oakeley. The poll was as follows- R. W. Vaughan (C.) 110 W. Ellis Jones (L.) 96 Conservative majority 14

CARNARVONSHIRE. PWLLHELI. The contest in Pwllheli passed off quietly and resulted., as was predicted, in the triumphant return of the Liberal candi- date. Result ot the poll;- Dr Wynne Griffith -( L.) 429 Mr. Henry Hughes (C.) 167 Liberal majority 262 LLEYN. The five contests 111 i/joyn Peninsula re- sulted in the return of five Liberals:— Sa-rn. Mr Daniel Jones (L.) 229 Rev. T. ili. Owen, or (C.) 171 Liberal majority 58 The Liberal majority in 1907 was 30. Aberdaron. Mr Grl ffith Jones (L.) 166 Capt. G. 0. Williams (C.) 99 Liberal majority 67 Abersoch Mr..Robert Williams (L.) 213 Mr. William Thomas (C.) 183 Liberal majoritv 30 The Liberal majoritv in 1907 was 18. Llanaelhaiarn. Mr. D H. Davies (L.) 241 Mr. A. H. Wheeler (Ind.) 241 The presiding officer. Mr Pet-er Hughes, Carnarvon, gave hi casting vote in favour of Mr. Davies Rcrsedd. the sitting mem- ber. who was declared duly elected Mr. Davies in 1907 defeated Mr. Wheeler by 243 to 228, or bv fifteen votes Llanbedrog. Mr. Hugh Pritchard (h ) 232 Mr. George Yale find.) 225 Liberal majority 7 in Lwi Air. iaie won the seat bv a majority of thirty-five, defeating 'Dr. Gwenogfryn Evans, the Liberal candidate. Increased Liberal Majority. Mr William George, Garthcelyn, Criccieth, has been returned to represent Llanystumdwy, Llanarmoln, and Llan- gybi, on the Carnarvon County Council y an increased majority. On the last occasion he beat Sir Hugh J. Ellis Nanney, Conservative, by seventy-nine votes. His opponent this time was. Mr Thomas John Griffith, Plasdu, Llan- armon, farmer, Conservative, The con- veyances conveying Liberal voters to the poll included Mr Lloyd George's motor car. The result of the poll was declared on Saturday night by .Mr W. Morris Jones, solicitor, Portmadoc, the presiding officer, as foilmvx •— W. George (L.) 296 T. J. Griiffths (C.) 177 Liberal majority 119 The liberal vote three years ago was Z77 and the Conservative vote 198. Up to nine years ago the seat was Conservative. Then the Liberals won with a majority of seventeen, which three years later in- creased to fifty-two, six years later to seventy-nine and now it has reached three figures.

WELSH AGRICULTURE. In the House of Commfns on Tuesday Mr Walter Roch asked the Prime Mini- ster whether in the appointment of the Development Commissioners he would consider the particular interests of Wales and of Welsh agriculture and appoint one commissioner conversant with these con- ditions? Mr Asquith: I am afraid I cannot say more at the moment than that the whole question is under careful consideration.

ENGLISH UNIVERSITY GRANTS. On Friday the Chancellor of the Ex- chequer received a deputation from the governing bodies of all the universities and university colleges of England who urged an increase of grants on the grounds of increase or students and that their fees do not cover a quarter of the cost of their college education. It was also urged that the standard of students had been raised with the result that the cost had emormtously increasedl Uhstead of preventing local subscriptions, it was stated that treasury grants tended to in- crease local support because people real- ized that the institutions were thereby recognized as national to which money might be given with some assurance of permanent and successful use. In many cases, it was alleged, the present lack of funds meant waste in brain and energy. The Chancellor (Mr Lloyd George) sym- pathised with the object of the deputa- tion, but said they could not have come at a worse time as the Treasury had no money in its coffers. If however, a com- mittee drew up a business-like scheme of additional grants he would give the mat- ter full consideration.

MYDROILYN. HORSE AND CATTLE SHOW. The second annual horse and cattle show was held on Friday, March 4th. The weather was beautifully fine and the success of the show was in a great measure attributable to the kindly dis- position of the clerk of the weather. The quality of the animals exhibited were generally superior to those of last year's show, which clearly indicates that the lot of the farmer can be materially benefited by judicious selection and the proper feeding of his stock. Substantial financial help was received from Mrs Longcroft, Llanina; Mr J. H. Ravenshaw, Gwyn- fryn; Mrs Hughes, M.F.H., Neuadd- fawr; Mr Josiah Jones, Garthowen; the Rev H. Jones-Davies, chaplain to the forces, Portsmouth; Mr Llewellyn Jen- kins, Moyddinfawr; Mr D. G. Munro- Hughes, Bank House, Aberiayron; Dr W. J. Davies, London House, Aberayron; Mr E. Lloyd, Dolaugwartheg, Aberayron. Th judges this year wereMessrs Hugh Williams, Derrigaron, Tregaron, and Samuel Davies, Coedpark, Lampeter, and their decisions gave every sat sfaction. Other officials connected with the show were:— Chairman of Committee, Messrs Rees Lewis Jones Rhosgoch Shop; hon. vet. surgeons, W. James, Llwynfedw, and W. J. Patrick, Llanarth; treasurers, J. Jonathan, Gilfach Farm, and R. Lloyd Lewis, Ftynonmeredith j hon. secretaries, Thomas James, Llwynfedw, and Isaac Isaac, Tynllain. It is pleasant to not that everyone did his duty in a creditable manner, and the result is that there- is a substantial balance in hand towards the next show. The awards were as follows:- Class I.—Heavy draught mare or geld- ing of any age: 1, Edward Jones, Bont- faen, Ciliau Aeron; 2, E. Lloyd, Dolau- gwartheg, Aberayron; 3, W. Evans, Cwrt Farm, New Court. Class II.—Light draught mare or geld- ing of any age: 1 and 2, D. Davies, Ffwrneithyn, Mydroilyn; 3, Garfield Thomas, Llwynfedw. Class 111.—Light draught mare or gelding under three years old: 1, James Davies, Tyhen, Mydroilyn; 2 E. Davies, Cefnmaesi, Mydroilyn; 3, D. Davies, Tyn- ffynon, Ciliau Aeron. Class IV.—Draught mare or gelding under two years old: 1, W. Evans, Cwrt Farm, Llanwenog; 2, Timothy Davies, Penbrvn, Cribyn; 5, A. T. Lloyd, Veinog Isaf, Mydroilyn. Class V.—Type of collier mare or geld- ing under 15 h.h: 1 and 2, J. Edwards, Cefngwyn Hall, Llanon; 3, D. Davies, Tvnyffynon, Ciliau Aeron. Class V1.-Mare or gelding adapted for riding or driving, over 15 h.h: 1, Daniel Evans, Perthyreglwys.; 2, D. Parry, Nantdumawr, Llangranog; 3, D. Lloyd, Llysfaen, Cribyn. Class VII.—Brood mare adapted for riding or driving, over 15 h.h: 1, D. T. Davies. The Mill Mydroilyn; 2, Daniel Evans, Perthyreglwys; 3, Evan Thomas, Gafriw. Class VIII.—Hackney mare or gelding under three years old: 1, Edward Jones., Bontfaen; 2, John Davies, Tiresgob, Llangranog; 3, D. Evans, Ffynonfair, Lampeter. Class IX.—Hackney mare or gelding under two years old: 1, D. Thomas, Ffos- ffalducliaf, Llanwenog; 2, Rees L. Jones, Rhosgoch Shop, Mydroilyn. Class X.—Cob mare or gelding of any age, undel. 15 h.h. (open to those that had never won a prize before): 1, J. E'vans, Crugyfeilop;; 2, J. Jones, Derwen Villa; 3, D. Hughes, Maestir, Lampeter. Class XI.—Pony mare or gelding of any age, under 13.2 h.h: 1, J. Davies, Nantremenyn, Pontshan; 2, J. Edwards, Cefngwyn Hall, Llanon; v, W. Rees, Clvncoch, Llandyssilio. Class XII.—Cob mare or gelding under three years old and under 15 h.h: 1, J. Davies, Glanrhyd, Cilcennin; 2, D. Hughes, Maestir, Lampeter; 3, D. Evans, Ffvnonfair, ditto. Class XIII.—Pony mare or gelding un- der three years old: 1, W. Rees, Clyn- coeduehaf, Llandyssilio; 2, Mr Hughes, Jessamine Castle, Ciliau Aeron; 3, D. Williams, Gtynh r, Lampeter. Class XIV".—Mare or gelding to be shown under saddle: 1, Davies, Nantre- menyn; 2, Edwards, Cefngwyn Hall; 3, Daniel Evans, Perthyreglwys. Class XV.—Turn-out in harness (open): 1, J. Edwards, Cefngwyn Hall; 2, Evan Davies, Fronddu Cribyn. Class XVI.—Mare or gelding to be shown under saddle or in harness (open to tliose residing within three miles of My- droilyn): 1, Daniel Evans, Perthyreglwys; 2, D. T. Davies, Mydroilyn Mill; 3, J. Jones, Derwen Villa, Mydroilyn. Class XVII.—Pair of horses shown in cart and harness to be the bonafide property of the same owner: 1, D. Davies, Ffwrneithyn; 2, E. Lloyd, Dolau- gwartheg, Aberayron; 3, E. Davies, Cefnmaes, Mydroilyn. Class XVIII (Special).—Getter (any age), by Sir John Danegelt. Given by D. Jones, junior, Crugymaen, Llanwenog: 1. Daniel Evans, Perthyreglwys J* 2, D. Parry, Nantdumawr, Llangranog; 3, D. Lloyd, Llysfaen. Class XIX.—Shorthorn bull of any age: 1, D. Jones, Motygido, Llanarth; 2, D. Davies, Ffwrneithyn; 3, James Davies, Tvhen. Class XX.—Shorthorn bull, calved in 1S09: 1, David Williams, Nantygwynfan, Dihewid; 2, James Davies, Tyhen. Class XXI.—Black bull of any age: No award. Class XXII.—Shorthorn cow of any ago 1, Thomas Jones, Cilerwisc; 2, Ed- ward Jones, Bontfaen"; 3, Thomas. Jones, Cilerwisc. Class XXIII.—Black oow of any age: 1 and 2, R Lloyd-Lewis, Ffynonmeredith; 3, James Evans, Esgerwen. Class XXIV.—Shorthorn heifer under two years old: 1 and 2, James Davies, Tvhen. "Class XXV.—Black, ditto: 1 D. Davies, Ffwrneithyn; 2, J. Evans, Esger- wen. Class XXVI.—Cross-bred cow any age: I, James Davies, Tyhen; 2, D. Evans, Rhiwbrenfach. Guessing competition (live weignt): 1, James Jenkins, Tyhen, Mydroilyn; 2, div- ided between Jenkin Jones, Moelcwm- bach, and Davies, Nantremenyn. _> 100 yards: li Tom Evans GlantfytFryn; 2, D. Jones, Crugymaen, Llanwenog. For the greatest number of exhibits at the show, the prize was divided between Rees Lewis Jones, Rhogoch Shop, and James Davies, Tyhen.

LLANON. Musical.—Mr. William 0. Davies, Priory House, has passed the examniation for the diploma of A.T.S.C. of the Tonic Sol-fa College, London. Competitive Meeting-—A successful meeting, organised by Siloh Congrega- tional Chapel, was held at the Council School on Maroh 3rd when Dr. Lewis took the chair. The Rev. H. P. Lewis, F.T.S.C., Llanfihangel-ar-Arth, adjudi- cated the singing, and the Rev D. Gwyn Lewis, literature. The Rev. Evan Davies acted as conductor, and Mrs. Thomas, Ystrad. and Mrs W. Davies. Clarovine, as accompanists. The spacious room was packed, and the number of competitors was large, especially in the juvenile section. After the Chairman had addressed the meeting in a short, neat speech, bards gave bardic addresses. The following is a lust of the awards:—Metrical translation of hymns. Mr. John Rees Jones, Llanon. Recitation (under ten), "Croesaw Eira Glan," 1, Willie Davies, Clarovine, and D. M. James, Ceylon Shop 2, J M S. Jones, Tregynan. Recitation (under twelve), "Llafur yn Elw," R. M. Davies, Morawel. M. J. Williams, Portugal, and D. M. Evans, Alumina, equal. Recitation (under sixteen), "Yr Astell He bu'r hoelion," 1, J. P. Evans,Gwarcaeau; 2, H. M Jenkins, Tregynan. Recitation for adults. "Y Merthyr," Miss E C Evans, C.M.. Alumina House. Stanza, "Dewi Sant," Mr. John Kees Jones, Llanon. Verses "Porthladd Abergwaun," Mr. John Rees Jones. Tune composition. Mr. J. Ceredig Davies, Aber- ystwyth. Solo (boys under twelve), "Dim ond Cludydd Arfau." J. M S Jones, Tre- gynan. Solo (girls under twelve), 0 Fewn Ychydig," M, Aeronwy Clarke, Whitehall., and M. J. Thomas, Portland- place, equal. Solo (boys under ten), "Tyr'd. Tyr'd at lasu," D. M. Lewis, Llwynon. J. M. S. Jones, Tregynan, and D. R. Morgan. Llanrhystyd Post Office, equal. Solo (girls under ten), "Eto Mae LIe," D. M. Evans, Alumina, and R. M. Davies, Morawel, equal. Solo (boys under sixteen), "Mae dy Eisiau Di Bob Awr," J. M. S Jones, Tregynan Solo (girls under sixteen), "Geiriau Chwerwon." Beryl Rowlands, Panta.namlwg, and Maggie Davies, Llanrhystvd. Solo (over fifty), "Hyder," Mr D. Williams, Mile End, and Mr. D. Parrv. Morfa Uchaf, equal. solo, "Cartref," Mr. T. Morgans. Rhnvgoch and Mr. Arthur S. Lewis, Mile End. Contralto solo, 0 Raid i'r Meddwyn Farw" Mrs. James. Maes- llyn. Soprano solo, Miss Rosie' Jones, Troedyrhiw. Quartette. "Caierdaf" (Parry). Llanon Party. Octette, "Seren Bethlehem' (Lewis), Pennant Party, led by Mr. D. Jenkins. Juvenile choir, "Rhywbeth i'w Wenyd yn v Net," Llan- rhystyd Choir, led by Mr. Morris Jones, Tregynan. The duties of secretary were performed by Mr. T. James Maesgwyn. and those of treasurer by Mr. D. Williams, Mile End. Rehearsal.—The Calvinistio churches of the Aberayron district had a successful re- hearsal at the Methodist Chapel on Friday evening. A fairly good number assembled from some churches. The conductor was Mr Lloyd Jenkins, Ardwyn, Aberarth. and Miss Edwards, Cefngwyn Hall, acted as organist during the meeting. The greater part of the programme was gone through and the singing was creditable. Funeral.—On Saturday the funeral took place in Llansantffraid Churchyard of Miss Lizzie Cruickshank, youngest daugh- ter of the late Mr Cruickshank, super- visor of inland revenue, Aberystwyth, a.nd his late w.fe, who was the eldest daughter of the late Captain and Mrs Evans, of Ceylon House, Llanon. Miss Cruick- shank was a former pupil at Llanon School and held a scholarship in the County School. Aberystwyth. She was ordained with brilliant abilities and pos- sessed a sweet and loving disposition which endeared her to the members of her family, to her teachers, her class- mates, and all with whom she came in contact. She entered into rest on the morning of Wednesday, the 2nd March, having been in failing health for over a year. The Archdeacon of Cardigan con- ducted an impressive funeral service at Mirs Cruickshank's residence, Queen's- road, Aberystwyth, and the service at Llansantffraid Church was conducted by the Rev Mr Lewis, vicar, assisted by the Rev Sinnett Davies, Borth. The chief mourners were the Misses Bella, Mattie, Alice, and Laura Cruickshank, sisters; I Miss Annie Rowland, cousin: Mr Cruick- shank, brother; and Mr Suttie, uncle. Among others wno attended the funeral were Archdeacon Williams, the Rev Sin. nett Davies, the Rev Sinnett Jones, Mr Samuel, headmaster of Aberystwyth County School; Miss Dally and Mss Thomas, County School; Mr Martin, Cap- tain Jones, Mr Rowland, Mrs Gwilym, the Misses Jenkins, Jones, Lewis and Farrow, class-mates. Beautiful memor. ial wreaths were received from Arch- deacon Williams, the County School, Miss Rowland, Miss Wilkinson, the blisses Jones, Vicarage, Strata Florida; Mrs Roberts, Miss Williams, Glyn •, and one from members of the family. Election.—Shortly after half-past eight in the evening the result of Tuesday's poll was declared by Mr. T. R Davies, C.M., and was as follows:—Dr. Jenkyn Lewis, 156: Mr. James L. Rowlands, 73; majority for Dr. Lewis. 83. The third candidate (Mr. Daniel Edwards) did not withdraw as has been reported, but his nomination paper was not valid.

GOGERDDAN FOX- HOUNDS. The Gogerddan pack was advertised to meet on Tuesday of last week at Aber- made Gate, but owing to the death of an old Gogerddan bailiff the fixture was post- poned to the following day. The pack then drew Brwyngwyn Gorse and a few other covers blank. A move was made for Nantecs, which was also drawn blank, the first time this season. A find at last was proclaimed in Wernddu Gorse where a brace were viewed. Settling on to one, which proved to be the dog fox. he was sent up at a clinking pace to Pwllcenawon, the hounds going as if thev were tied to their quarry. He then led them over four miles through several woodlands until arriving at the Round Hill. Sending him quickly out of that place, they fairly shot away into the Rheidol Valley, crossed the river below 'Rheidol Falls, on to Tyllwyd, where he made a left-hand turn, coming down Cwmrheidol as far as Noyadd. Then he raced over the hill into Alltygrugen, through it like a shot, and over the main road leaving Goginan on the right and making for Cefncoed. Failing to reach Cefncoed, he was rolled over close to Brodywell at the end of a run of nearly two hours without a check. The run was eight mlies point, fifteen miles as hcunds run, and out of a good field four only were up at the death, vizi, the master (Sir Edward Pryse). Fred. the whip, and Messrs Cecil and Tudor Jones. On Saturday the 5th March, the fixture was at Talybont. After trying Tynygraig, they soon hit off a liner, carried it slowly up to a part ol Gwarcwmissa and making a circle to Glanrafon, there found and sent him at a deuce of a pace across Gwarowm Dingle, and thence up the hills passing Ogo Moiris and Neuaddllwyd, he landed in Tynygarth After rattling him here he made again for the hills skirting Neuaddllwyd and the top of Moel Llwyn. Thence he sought fresh ground, the hounds driving him at a great pace across the Ceulan Valley to Moelfferm, keeping to the top of the mountain until arriving opposite Fronlas and thence to ground in an hour and ten minutes with only one check caused by a stone wall with strands of barb wire on it. L. P. BEAGLES. On Wednesday, the 2nd March, the followers of this merrv little pack found them at the sixth mile stone on the Aberayron Road. A fallow field at Pen- cwm Mawr was first tried which provided the needful. She was soon set going for Carrog iarm, but before reaching it came right handed for Llanddeinol. Here she must have been headed for she came back to Carrog, then ran to Ynys and into Ca.rrog beg. She then pointed away past Cefngraigwen, but before reaching it, righted back to Carrog and came left handed back again to the Carrog bog. By this time they had been two or three hours on foct. The hounds were continually changing and running their quarry in cir- cles after circles over Carrog. Pencwm Mawr, Berthiees. Ynvs and the Bog for over three hours. At last a hare was viewed close to the field where thev first found, going very high. The hcunds having had a long check the Master lifted them on to the viewed hare when they soon got on the liner and sent her over Carrog, Cefngraig- wen, into the Bog and back to' Cairog, where she was twisted up after a rattling run of near four hours. There were out Major Lloyd Hughes (master), George Williams and Master Law (whips), Mrs. Hughes, Mr and Mrs iRice, Messrs Gaunt, Lloyd, Macdowel, Heading, Davies, Morgan, and others. On Saturday, the rendezvous was the. fifth milestone on the Aberayron Road. A good muster turned up including the Master and his three whips (Messrs G Williams, M. Wood, and Law): Mrs Hughes Mr. and Mrs. Rice, Mrs. Wood, Mr. and Mrs Morgan Owen, Miss Parry. Messrs Morgan, Parry, Mac- owel. Harding, Davies, etc. No. 1 was found on Glanrhcs Bog. She made for Tre^edlin, going for Rhosfawr. Before reaching Rhosfawr she was headed and made tracks back to the Bog. After cir- cling it she arrived on Berthrees and thence over the main road close to the place of meeting. She then took a fresh liner, going over to iPentre across Cwmddu on to Mynachty-y-Graig where the pack was checked, madam having squatted. Soon on her legs again she was sent at a clinking pace to Berthrees and eventually to Glanrhos and there after a run of one hour and twenty minutes she got out of scent. No 2 was set goitng in the Upper Bog of Berthrees and hunted in al circle round Ynys and Carrog Bog. By this time the scent was failing and another hare or two being on foot. the Master had the cwn bach whipped off

SHERIFFS OF WELSH COUNTIES. The King held a Privy Council at Buckingham Palace on Saturday when the following gentlemen were pricked high sheriffs for the year for the Welsh counties. Anglesey.—James Venmore, Park-side, Anfield, Liverpool. Breconshire.—John James Watkins, Greenhill, Crickjiowell. Cardiganshire.—Johji Thomas, Fron- dolau, New Quay. CarmarthenMiire.—Alfred Robert Or- ton Gery, Royston Court, Ferry Side. Carnarvonshire.—David Pfcerce Wil- liams, Frondinas, Carnarvon. Denbighshire.—Godfrey Fitzhugh, Plas Power, Wrexham. Flintshire.—Frederick Lay Hancock, Warren Bank, Broughton, Chester. Glamorgan.—Wm. John Percy Player, Quarry, Clydach. Merionethshire.—Captain Henry Mere- dyth Richards, Caerynwch. Montgomershire.—Lord Herbert Lionel Vane Tempest, Plas Machynlleth. Pembrokeshire.—John Harcourt Powell, Sussex-place, Regent's Park, London, and Williamston Carew, Pembroke. Radnorshire.—Major Samuel Nock Thompson, Newcastle Court, Kington.

TALYBONT. Concert.—On St. David's Day the an- nual concert in ad of the funds of the Reading Room was held at the CounciJ Schoolroom. Dr James, Lodge Park, who was accompanied by Mrs James, occupied the chair and made a few patriotic remarks on St. David and ex- pressed pleasure in seeing so large an at- tendance 111 support of the Reading I Room. It was hoped, if funds per- mitted, to provide two rooms instead of one. After the concert, Mrs James en- tertained the artistes at dinner at the White Lion Hotel. Mrs James's kind- ness was greatly appreciated and a I cordial vote of thanks was accorded her on the proposition of Mr Harri Lewis, sec- onded by Mr Maldwyn Evans. Mr and Mrs Knighton Jones, the host and hostess., were also thanked for their ex- cellent catering. The artistes who took part in the concert-, fifteen in number, wen all from Machynlleth, the accom- panist being Miss Jennie Humphreys, A.L.C.M. A vote of thanks was unani- mously given to Dr James for presiding on the proposition of Mr D. Jones' C.M., seconded by the Rev D. Evans' curate, and reference was made to Mrs James's support of the Reading Room. The programme was as follows:—Song, "The Slave Song," Mrs Harri Lewis; song, "Cartref," Mr J. Maldwyn Evans; trio, "Duw Bydd Drugarog," Miss Evans, Messrs Lumley and Humphreys; recita- tion, "Pentewyn" Mr J. Vaughan Jones; song, Mr James Morgan; octette, "In absence," Marfonians; song, "Bwthyn yr Amddifad," Miss Frances Lewis; duett, "Gwys i'r Gad," Messrs Morgan and Jones; song, "Go to Sea," Mr E. T. Humphreys- song "Alone on the Raft," Miss Maglona Evans; duet, "Shout the Glad Tidings," Misses Lewis and Jenkins; song, O r Niwl i'r Nef," Mr Fred Lumley; recitation, "Guilty or not Guilty," Mr J. Vaughan Jones; trio, "Ye shepherds tell me," Miss H. Lewis and Messrs Lumley and Hum- phreys; song, "Morfudd fy Nghariad," Mr Maldwyn EVans; song, Pobpeth Ready-made," Mr John Jones; song, "Nant y Mynydd," Miss Martha Jen- kins; duet, "Love's dream is o'er," Mrs Lewy and Mr John Lumley; song. "0 na byddain haf o hyd," Mr James Morgan; duet, "Plant y Cedyrn," Messrs Lumley and Humphreys; and octette, "Pedwar Deigryn," Maglonians; finale, "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." Success.—At the London Hacknev Show. last week, Mr. Thomas of Tanyrallt Stud proved himself a successful exhibitor. The two-year-old pony stallion Tanyrallt Fire- boy," secured second prize in a strong class of twelve entries, but later on he scored a higher place to the prize-winner. This promising young stallion took the first prize at the last Welsh National. In the brood mare olass of fourteen entries, under four- teen hands, Mr. Thomas was represented by three remarkable ponies, viz. "Paula," "Gimlet, and "Firegirl," taking first, third and fourth prizes respectively and lower- ing the colours of the past champion. It was the universal comment of those present who had attended the show for nearly twenty years, that they had never seen three such beautiful ponies turned out from one stud in one class, and their lovely con- dition drew forth warm encomiums on every side, which reflects great credit on fr. Pete, the stud manager. The crowning suacess., however, came when "Paula," the dam of "Tanyrallt Firebov," was heralded the winner of the championship and the medal of the Society for the best pony in the show—the ambition of the many but the realisation of the few. Her praises were highly sung bv the spectators for her stylish movements. Out of his seven ex- hibits. Mr Thomas took six money prizes which realised other being very highly commended. It is understood that only once before has this championship crossed Offa's Dyke.

DEATH OF THE ARCHDEtACON OF ST. ASAPH. The funeral took place at St. Asaph on Friday of the Rev David Evans, arch- deacon of St. Asaph and residentiary canon of the cathedral, whose death oocurred on the previous Tuesday at Llandudno. He was seventy-seven years of age, and a native of Mid-Cardigan- shire. His grandfather was a well- known land agent. When five years of age, he was sent to a school held in a private house. There were no books, nor forms to sit on, nor tables, nor fire, nor light. He had a. small card one morning for spelling, and was as proud of it as if it was a gold medal. He was trained for the Church at Lampeter College and has written an interesting book of his reminiscences. He married Miss Walton, a member of the family of that name, who resided in Montgomeryshire, where her father was the High-Sheriff, by hom he had four sons and six daughters. Three of the sons live in Australia. Of the daughters, one is the wife of Mr Thomas, solicitor, at one time of Aber- gele. Another married Archdeacon Griffith (Vicar of Bagillt), who held an Australian appoitatment; while Miss Beatrice Walton-Evans is a Local Govern- ment Board inspector of boarded out children. In season and out of season, Archdeacon Evans advocated that Welsh parishioners should be addressed in their own language. He encourgaed the establishment of church guilds in the Principality, and rendered assistance in promoting Welsh competitive meetings, all of which had a tendency to bring the Church into closer touch with the people. He took great interest in the National Eisteddfod^ and was a particular friend of Clwydfardd and Hwfa Mon. In 1870, when he was rector of the Bala parish, a meeting was held at the Capel Mawr, in connection with the pro- posal to establish a School Board. The late Dr Lewis Edwards and his party were on one side of the big pew, and the rector and his friends were on the other. Eloquent speeches were delivered, and the meeting all through was of an interesting character. Indeed, it was so good, that one Eliza Hughes told her mistress after she got home that she ought to have been there "because," she said, "it was more entertaining than penny readings." "In the vestry," says the Archdeacon, "at the close of the meeting, one of the rank and file, said between his teeth, 'no good oomes from the South, but wind." 'Yes, yes," said another, 'Dr Edwards comes, from the South.' "And," says Mr Evans, triumphantly, the man who made the observation ran awav like a dog which had had his tail cut.' However, Dr Ed- wards and his party proved too strong for the then Rector of Bala. Judging from the "Reminiscences. the Arch- deacon and Dr Edwards were great friends, because the former describes the latter as "a divine, Welsh nationalist, and gentleman, free from envy, malice, and prejudice, and as such his name is revered in the land of his. birth." Poli- tically, deceased was a Conservative al- though he did not take active interest in politics. He held broad views on poli- tical questions, a.nd he did not regard the aristocracy with the same tender regard as most of his brethren. He appreci- ated what was good in them, but did not. hesitate to denounce their indolence and indifference when occasion called. He was a Low Churchman and evangelical to a degree. He was a keen educationist. A few years ago he had the honour of preaching the "St. David's Day" sermon in St. Paul's Cathedral, London, a privi- lege which he greatly appreciated. He was a stout advocate of women's rights and the extension of the franchise to women. With Mrs Evans (who is the president of the local branch of the National Union of Women's Suffrage Society) and his daughters, the Arch- deacon stood on local platforms in sup- port of the women's cause.

The" Morning Post" says :—Sir Samuel Evans's elevation to the judicial bench will come as a surprise to members of Parliament, though if it were deemed im- portant to take Mr Rufus Isaacs into the Government some change of the kind was necessary. The late Solicitor General came into Parliament at about the same time as the Chancellor of the Exchequer; and in their earlier years many men thought Mr Evans. would go farther than Mr George. In those days he was much the more pungent debater, and, though he had less fire than the other man, could be impass;oned enough when he chose. But he gave to the Bar what was meant for the Commons. Success a lawyer seems to hinder a man's Parliamentary development in most cases. Mr Rufus Isaacs, whose promotion will give lively satisfaction to his friends on both sides of the House, has scarcely made so big a position as a debater as had been ex- pected from his successes on the plat- form and in the Courts.

LLANGWYRYFON. T Inquest.—An inquest was held 8 Cnwcyfran, Llangwyryfon, on Thursday of last week by Mr John Evans., distTi coroner, on the body of Morgan Da vies, Cnwcyfran. Mr Johin Phillips, Trefaw" isa, was elected foreman of the follo^^S- jury:—Messrs David Morgan, PennT" park; Thomas Thomas, Rhosgoch; Erar^ James, Gorsfach; Evan Morris, Garde111 r John Steadman, Trefaes; David Vacwn; Evan Phillips, Trefaes; *L Jones, Ffynonwen; Tom Jenkins. bryn; James Isaac, Tynewydd; WiHia. Davie6, Pantygore.—Mary Ann hevo&t Cnwcyfran, said the deceased was he uncle, Morgan Davies, of Cnwcyfran; farmer. He was eighty-four years age and up to Monday, February l^yO)- had been in good health. Soon dinner on that date he went to the hay- shed to cut hay. There was no one w1* him. She and her aunt told him not "j** cut the hay, but he replied that he coula manage all right and went out. afterwards witness went to him to bring- in the hay, and found him lying on ground. He told her he had fallen froffli the top of the hay. She helped him ta get up, but he could not walk. She went' to the house to bring her aunt. They carried him into the house and he put to bed as soon as possible. He not willing for her to fetch a doctor thai* day. The next day, however, he asked her to do so, and she went for Dr Hughes, Llanilar, who arrived about mid-day oIJ Tuesday. The doctor visited him several times after that. Deceased died aboutt eleven o'clock on Tuesday evening March 1st.—The doctor's certificate ing that death was due to pneumonia and heart failure, following on a fracture at the neck was read, and the jury re- turned a verdict in accordance with the medical certificate and that the fracture was caused by accidentally falling on February 14th.

REVENUE FROM CROWN LANDS. The abstract of accounts of the Com-- missioners of his Majesty's. Woods, Forests, and Land Revenues for the year ended March 31st, 1909, together with report of the Comptroller and Auditor General, issued on Monday, show that £530,000 was paid to the Exchequer dur- ing the year on account of Crown laIld9- revenues.

MONTGOMERYSHIRE AND DISTRICT LEAUGE. ABERYSTWYTH COLLEGE v NEW- TOWN These teams met under the auspices of the League on Saturday on the V iearage- Field. The ground was in splendid con- dition for a fast game. Harry EvaDØ scored for the Coll. with a fast drive and at the interval led by one goal to nil* The final result, however, was a draw of one goal each, the Warehousemen scoring in the last minute. Peter Edwards, at centre half played a hard game, but was not at his best, neither was W. D. Thomas. The left half played a fairly good game. T. J. James was neglected by his partner, T. O. Jones, who playea very trickily, but was too selfish by far. If he had passed oftener to James, the College would have- undoubtedly won. A feature of the gaIJl& was the detence of the Coll backs, E. 0. Parry and E. Edwards, the first-nameu. having recovered his o'd form. Mr. E. V Davies, Llanidloes, was the referee an<J managed the game splendidly. CAERSWS v ABERYSTWYTH. Played at Caersws on Saturday. The homesters took the visitors' defence by surprise and soored two goals in the first five minutes. After this, the game was more even, John Jones's display in the forward rank, acoording to reports, being very noticeable. Of the reserve halves, Harry Jones was the best but S. Shone and Bert Owen also did creditably. It would pay the Club to play these young- sters more often, so that a nucleus of a decent League team can be got ready for next season. The final result was a. victory to Caersws by four goals to three- The scorers for Aberystwyth were J. Griffiths one, John Jones one. and T. Rees one from a penalty. The Aber team was weakly represented, many of the regular Payers being unable to go to Caersws. iht Aber. team was—Goal, J. D Davif'* backs, E. Hughes and T. Rees- halves fl. Jones, Bert Owen, S. Shone; forwards D- J. Davies, J. Jones, J. E. Griffiths: A. McKay, and W. Wngut. SCOTLAND V. WALES. The thirty-first annual contest between Scotland and Wales took place on Satur- day at Kilmarnock. Favoured with ideal weather conditions, there was an attend- ance of over 18,000, the receipts amounting to £420 at the gates, and over £200 at the stands and reserved enclosure. It was » most disappointing game. Play from start to finish was slow and at times painfully uninteresting. Neither set of forwards were capable of sustaining their efforts at combination, and although the rear divi- sions were in consequence given fuller through the bad judgment and genera' weakness of the attacking lines, even then the general play did not touch the standard that is expected to characterls0 these international games. In the open. ing passage the Welsh backs betrayed a weakness in defence which was not alto- gether due to the blinding sun that they were faomg in the first half. However. they got time to settle and to find thetr bearings through the clever and persistent work of Meredith and Davies (of West Bromwich), who were responsible in the main for the pressure that was imposed on the home defence at the start of tbe S^me It was by Meredith that mcst of the Welsh attacks were initiated and as he seldom failed to get the ball well into the goal he was a constant source of danger t? the home defence. Hay gave Roose first difficult shot to negotiate, the c9' todian saving against the post. Following this was the brightest piece of play by the Welshmen in the whole game. A C"oSj from Meredith was missed by McNair. Law got the ball away from Jones's in time. In close succession Lvans «n4 Davies (the inside men) rattled 1l powerfy1 drives to Brownlie's hands, and only Mitchell's speed stopped Meredith lie had created a fine opening for himsel'* Peake was the next trier and the if terval Brownlie was fortunate in being 111 direct line of a lightning drive from interval there had been no scoring; Til ere was a slight improve.nert second half. After the hoifie side hud j lay6*1 without McMenemy for about ten millut he reappeared, and, with the front- isu* again complete, they became more c°n' certed in their movements. They v-'er0 never able, however, to get ^it'in sh^' ing range and when the only goal of match did come, after twenty I iJlvt play, it was a drive from Devine twenty-five yards range. It was a quick'* taken shot, the ball rising all the way? narrowly passing the upright, well beyoD the reach of Roose and striking the corner of the net. Following this revefså" both teams gave an improved display while the outfield work was at times smar?r their finishing left much to be desired" On the other hand, the Welshmen Jfl turned again and again and repeated!? had Law and Mitchell in difficulties, this point the Welshmen were worthy.fL the equalising goal. but the end came ;1111 Scotland leading by one goal to nil- comparison there was nothing between d. sides and only a lucky but well dirtli shot won the game for Scotland. were poor sides and the play must *}? impressed both sets of officers that rad* changes will be necessary for the rerna1 ing international contests. Through weakness of the forward/ lines nei^ Roose nor Brownlie was tested The Welsh backs improved as the £ &far proceeded and though their plav waS yA from being outstanding the- made a ;1", defence. Both half-back lines were$ but the Welshmen were ahead of the Scllt, three, of whom Hay was best. The re'" standing forward was Meredith, ceived excellent support from Davies. v partners. Morris and Evans, had the j side of the Scotch defence to defeat, jj they did it, but Jones was too shadowed to finish effectively. ENGLAND V. WALES. The following players have been r- to plav for Wales against England at diff next Monday „J), Wales.-L. R. Roose (Sunder!^ Horace Blew (Wrexham), C. Morns ^), County), E. Hughes (Nottingham Fo'r E. Peake (Liverpool), Ll. DavIeSUnited), ham) W. Meredith (Manchester G. Wynn (Manchester City), Tviorri* Jones (Manchester City), A. G. (Nottingham Forest), and R. (Sheffield United). Jb Three of the players selected) Roose, E. Peake, and A. ¡ formerly prayed for Aberystwyth 0