The Amman Valley Chronicle and East Carmarthen News

POUNI>ED 1850. This Firm has since Furnished many Thousands of Houses, and they are now waiting to v FURNISH YOUR HOME. Notwithstanding the present great scarcity, you will find everything required for COMPLETE FURNISHING in the vast Stocks still held by the Wei 2-known Old-established Firm- BEVAN & COMPANY who stand to-day in the Front Rank of the Furnishers of the United Kingdom. BEVAN & COMPANY, LTD., CWMBACH BUILDINGS, LLANELLY. 1 280, OXFORD STREET, SWANSEA. And throughout South Wales and Monmouthshire. N- f For immense selection of Newest Designs, Excellence of Quality, and at most Moderate Prices, place your order with gw a iff 1% BEVAN & COMPANY Wales' Largest Furnishers. Their Song experience and reputation are of themselves a reliable assurance that Customers may confidently rely upon entire satisfaction. The Return Fares of Cash Customers paid, and Goods delivered free up to 200 miles from all Branches. SCALE OF CHARGES. The bnly way to Reach the People in these Districts is to Advertise in the Chronicle. Special Quotations for Tradesmen' s Advertisements. Auctioneers' Advertisements 3d. per line. Legal, Municipal, and Public Notices 6d. II Parliamentary Notices 9d. Paragraph Advertisements amongst News ••• M. Births, Marriages, and Deaths, 20 Words, 1/6; and 3d. for each 8 additional words. Miscellaneous Wants, For Sales, To Lets, 21 Words for 1/ 3d. for every addi- tional 8 words. Three Insertions for 2/ Small Advertisements, unl ess prepaid, will be charged 6d. per line. All Orders and Money must be addressed: AMMAN VALLEY CHRONICLE," QUAY STREET, AMMANFORD. i Prepaid Advertisements. f" AT Live Geese for Sale; average weight, 121bs. sold at Government price.-Williams, Bailey, Gwynte, Llan- gadock. WANTED, Agent for House Purchase business in Ammanford and District. Good commission given. For particulars, please apply in writing to Box H., "I Amman Valley Chronicle, Ammanford. F OR Sale, Collection of beautiful Hybrid Tea Roses, Bush and Standards, named; sell cheap.-82. College Street, » Ammanford. < PURE, Toggenburg Billy Goat at stud. Heavy milking strain; also for Sale two Toggenburg Billy Kids, 10 weeks.—Pont- amman House, Ammanford. T AST week I had 28 eggs from five pullets. I use Karswood Spice every day. One bird laid eight without stopping, and another 10." So writes a poultry- keeper. Packets 21d., 7h d., 1/3. T. Williams, Grocer, 102, Wind Street, Amman- ford. MOLESKINS, Rabbits, Feathers, Horse- hair, &c., Wanted. Send for prices.- H. Stuart & Co., Albion Buildings, Alders- sate Street, London, E.C.I. S CORN the foreign yolk." Get British eggs from British hens by using Karswood Poultry Spice, containing ground insects, which poultry love. Packets 2ad.» 71d., 1/3.- T. Thomas, Post Office, Garnant. A CTUAL test proves that Karswood -"■ (Harmless) Spice added to hen food produces double the eggs as same food with- out Karswood. Packets 21d., nd., 1/3.- Thomas Ev, Royal Stores, Llandilo. FEW DAYS' CLEARANCE SALE.-We offer the following:—Pier Glasses, Swing Mirrors, Leather Dining Suites, Lath Back Kitchen and Arm Chairs, 50 Pictures. Kitchen Dressers, Sideboards, Axminster Rugs and Squares.—Harries House Fur- nishers and Ironmongers, Ammanford. PIANO BARGAINS.-Collard and Collard Upright in Walnut case, £ 60; Eason Upright in Walnut case, £ 58; Dunmo Ellis Upright in Walnut, £ 55; Pianola, £ 26. All Instruments guaranteed and delivered carriage paid. Write for complete Catalogue and Bargain List to C. Milsom & Son, Ltd., The Great West of England Piano House, 15, Milsom Street, Bath. A DVERTISE your Sales and Wants in the Chronicle. Cheap Prepaid Rates. Chronicle ddffice. Ammanford. APPLICATIONS for Agencies to Sell The Amman Valley Chronicle in the Villages of East Carmarthenshire should be forwarded to the Manager, Amman Valley Chronicle Office, Quay Street, Ammanford. Tradesmen's Announcements. Beautify the Home Dainty Mats, Comfortable Rugs, Choice Patterns in Linoleums, Carpets, Hand- some Mirrors, Bedsteads, Bedding, Wire Mattresses, Overlays. FURNITURE of every description manufactured on the Premises. Pianos, Organs, and other Musical Instruments. H. TARR, 71, Wind St., AMMANFORD. The Amman Valley Furnishing Stores. Public Notices. GIBEA CHAPEL, BRYNAMMAN. A GRAND Competitive CONCERT Will be held at the above place on Saturday, Dec. 7th, 1918. PROGRAMME. £ s. d. I.-Champion Solo (Open), own choice Ill 6 2.—Novice Solo (open to those who have not won over 10/6), own choice I 1 0 3.—Solo for Children under 16, own choice 0 10 6 4.—Open Recitation, own choice. Ill 6 5.-Recitation (open to those who nave not won over 10/6), own choice I 1 0 6.—Recitation for Children under 16, own choice 0 10 6 Tests at 2 p.m. Concert to commence at 6. Front Seats, 1/S; Second do., 1/ Children, Half Price. Proceeds in aid of Widow & Children of the late Mr. John W. Jones Cwmgarw Road, Brynamman. Secretaries- Mr. Jonah Jones, 3, Chapel St.. BrynammaJi, and Mr, T. B. Williams, Mountain Rd., Brynarmm.n. CHURCH HALL, Carmel, LLANDEBIE. THE SECOND Annual EISTEDDFOD Will be held at the above place On BOXING DAY, 1918. Chief Choral (not under 20 in num- £ s. d. ber), Blodeuyn Bach wyf fi mewn Gardd" 5 3 0 Further particulars may be had from the Hon. Secretary—Mr. W. L. PHILLIPS, Llwyncarw, Golden Grove. BETHEL, BLAENAU. Cynhelir EISTEDDFOD Yn y lie uchod Sadwrn, Chwef. 15fed, 1919. Manylion pellach a Rhagleni i'w cael oddiwrth yr Ysgrifenydd, Mr. J. Davies, Lletty'rywen, Blaenau, Llandebie. Salas by Auction. GA.:Er.N" AN"T. VALUABLE LEASEHOLD DWELLING HOUSE AND GARDEN FOR SALE. Mr. W. N. JONES HAS received instructions from Mr. Albert Bright (who is leaving .Garnant) to Offer for SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION, at the RAVEN INN HOTEL, GARNANT, on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7th, 1918 (according to Conditions to be then and there read), all that Valuable LEASEHOLD DWELLING HOUSE And GARDEN, known as CLIFTON HOUSE, situate in Cowell Road, Garnant, and now in the occupation of the Owner. The Premises comprise Front Parlour, Back Parlour, Kitchen, Pantries, 4 Bedrooms, E.C., together with a well laid out Garden and some choice Fruit Trees. Water and Gas have been laid on, and there are two side entrances—one a cart way, the other a footpath. The Property is held under Lease dated the 16th day of August, 1909, for a term of 99 years from the 25th March, 1909, at the low annual Ground Rent of £ 1 12s. The House has been well and substantially built, and stands on a nice healthy bank, within convenient distance of the Collieries and Works in the district, and is sure to prove a good investment. Sale to commence at 5 o'clock. Further particulars can be had from the AUCTIONEER, Ammanford; or Mr. W. L-. SMITH, Solicitor, Ammanford, November 23rd, 1918. Scholastic. OldCollege School, Carmarthen. (Facing Beautiful Vale of Towy). Ideal Institution for Direct Preparation and Great Production. BOARDERS KEPT. GIRLS ADMITTED. TERMS MODERATE. Head Master: REV. J. B. THOMAS, Late Headmaster of Park-y-Velvet Academy; Undergraduate of London University; Open Exhibitioner of Cardiff University; First in I English, and Distmction in Chemistry; First Prizeman in Classics and Mathematics at Trevecca College. SUCCESSES IN SESSION 1917-18:—27. 25 College of Preceptors (2 with Honours). 2 Shorthand. For particulars, apply to Mr. THOMAS. DISPEL WAR WORRIES AND KEEP UP A SMART APPEARANCE. COME AND SEE .M. OUR Overcoats, Styhsh an d Good Finish, j |( 39/6 to £ 4 4s. fjj i [;j  A SPLENDID SELECTION OF t?r?? "?\ Boys' and Men's ? ? ?" 1 It .SUITS. ?.?U  a a ?-?y ? ????' ?? '?? < ?L ?L ? ??  For CHRISTMAS. ??3? LEVENSON'S, Ammanford. P.S.—A large Fvariety of Umbrellas, Gloves, Mufflers, and Handkerchiefs, suitable for Presents. Local & District News. TO CORRESPONDENTS. Reports, News Paragraphs, and all Communications for the AMMAN VALLEY I CHRONICLE" should be sent not later than WED- NESDAY earlier when- ever possible—addressed— EDITOR, "Amman Valley Chronicle," AMMANFORD.

Lively Meeting at Llandebie. A public meeting was held at the National Schools, Llandebie, on Friday evening last, which turned out a bit lively towards the end. The meeting was convened by the Parish Council and overseers in connection with rates unpaid by the wives of soldiers and sailors who have been fighting our battles against the ravages of the Hun. Mr. D. Thomas was voted to the chair, and at the outset he read out the notice calling the meeting, and explained the object of same, viz., that the Parish Council and overseers had decided to hold these meetings in different parts of the parish to consider the following proposition, and to obtain the sanction of the ratepayers to pass resolutions thereon:—" That we shoul,' celebrate the cessation of arms in a practical manner, and shew our appreciation of the servici?s ren- dered by soldiers and sailors and the endur- ance of their wives and dependents during the war, by an act of kindness in subscribing sufficient money to enable a committer be appointed at these meetings) to hand v. tc every soldier and sailor or a receipt in full discharge of all -ites Q, I for t twelve months ending Mo.h next, and in cases where the L.st half-yru's r.J I had been paid, to refund ti amount  paid." It was also proposed co make a ? .y of 3d. in the £ f? once o'?/ .?n the rate- able va!ue of a!? houses, 'aad and ■ c-oper-iies, except ccn houses occu?, ed by so)d rs and sailors or .heir dependents ard L,o a i. ?!!y excused. The Chairman b? called on the assh j tant overseer, Mr. G. V. Dp'T to explam the suggested scheme, j.;d t,, r' JI par: culars, so that every ratepayei .ca!d know j what it meant. Mr. Davies explained tnt scheme in detail, and said that ri Cn; of I unpaid rates had been gone into iully by the! overseers and himself, and that tHe 'ea 0; ¡ the wives of soldiers and sailers was t.t th, allowance granted them was not sufifcient, and that they could not pay the rates owing to the cost of living having advanced so ruch, and that it was impossible for them to make both ends meet. He then said that the over- seers had come to the conclusion \at the only remedy was to appeal to the ratepayers to volunteer to pay the rates for these people, rather than issue summonses to compel them to pay. He had already been in communi- cation with some of the biggest ratepayers in the parish, he had given them an outline of the scheme, and every one of thos/s without exception had replied stating that they would gladly and willingly consent to pay. One of them, Mr. A. Stepney-Gulston, had even sent a cheque for the purpose already, said the speaker. Mr. Davies added: You must understand that nobody is compelled to pay; it is all voluntary, and by assisting in this manner we shall be shewing our appreciation for the services rendered by these brave men in fighting our battles." District Councillor Theo. Harries supported, and said that he could see no other way cut of the difficulty, as if it was not done volun- tarily, probably the rates would not be paid, and it would eventually come back to the ratepayers, who would be compelled to pay otf the arrears. Mr. W. Rees, Old Post Office, compli- mented the Council and overseers for bring- ing the matter forward. The least thing they could do was to acknow ledge the services of the brave men who had fought and died for them, and it was their duty to help and en- courage the dependents of those men now while they had the chance to do so. He gave the scheme his hearty support, and was glad of the opportunity to assist. Mr. Ifor Evans, in a heated and lengthy speech, said it was a shame that they were asked to do such a thing, and said that he would not pay a penny towards it through that scheme. If they collected it from him, he would sue them for the amount..Some of these women were much better off now than before the Nv-xr. What about the young men," he asked; are young men to be allowed to go scot free? o say again that I will not pay, but I am willing to go round and collect." Mr. Merriman then said that he could not see through it at all. They were paying enough now without putting any further burden on them. The Chairman once more stated that it was purely a voluntary scheme, and no ratepayer was asked to pay if he objected to do so. Mr. Ted Phillips, in a rousing speech, said although he was only a young ratepayer, he was bound to admit that the scheme appealed very much to him, as there was no other scheme available; and it was a pleasure to him to propose that the resolution as read be accepted, although," he said, I think it is only proper that the Government's atten- tion should be drawn to the inadequate allowances granted." Rev. P. E. Evans, in seconding, said that he felt it more than a duty, but an honour, to be able to do something for those who had sacrificed everything so thllt we may live in comfort. He was sorry to hear Mr. Ifor Evans speak in the spirit he did. P rhaps Mr. Evans knew nothing of what some of these wive, had i- Tered. Does he be- grudge them having a little more money? Does he know what it is to be longing day and night to hear the postman' s knock to have some news of a brave husLand or son -as in life and death struggle? These brave women have suffered more than we can unagh, ind b-tpv,, thav Mr. Ifor Evans is ".ot Wi_r7 to pi I will willingly pay in- ead of ti./n." (Cneers). The n-oposition was ut to the meeting, and crrried with' only .o dissentients. The following were appointed on the com- mitte, to co-c{..ate with three members from Per. -groes, Saron, :,d Penybank:—Messrs. V. D^den, W R?es (Old Post Office), -V. D,( c-n V,' iq,-es (Old Post Office), T h e 1--nan he remarked that he hoped I [he committee weald "ee that the scheme was carried cut. and tl ,t 'hey would be of ser- vice to th.:Oôe who had been deprived of the assistanc ot tK they depended upon, and !;e 'b lared tli meeting closed. At this 'uncture, Mr. Evan Morris said he -ished to ask a question of the Clerlf, to vhich IV, G. V. Davies gave a satisfactory reply. Mr. Morris then went on to compliment the Amman Valley Chronicle for drawing atten tion to the sewerage scheme (which was considered a war-time job) between the Red Lion un„ College Green, and was about to give some particulars, when the Rev. P. E. Evans interposed and asked the Chairman if Mr. Morris was in ofder. The Chairman replied that he was sorry the meeting had already been closed, and he had to rule Mr. Morris out of order; but advised him to call another meeting, as no doubt the oraep.. "prs WOltloj be glad to have a report. It was only ffor them to know th-t the matter was to be brought forward. Thus ended one of the liveliest meetings held in Llandebie.

Funeral of Nurse Gracie 1 Fietcher, Ammanford. Nothing could have exceeded in respect- ful earnestness, in tokens of undying friend- ship and poignant sorrow, the moving tribute which the matron, sisters, nurses, soldier- patients, and staff of the Griffithstown Mili- tary Hospital paid to the memory of a kind and courageous nurse, who in a very real sense laid down her life on the altar of self- sacrificing service, when, on Friday morning, the body of the late Nurse Gracie Fletcher, daughter of Councilicr and Mrs. Thomas Fletcher, College Street, Ammanford, was borne to the railway station to be conveyed by rail to Ammanford for burial. Her death, which occurred with painful suddenness on the previous Tuesday from pneumonia, was reported in our last issue. A touching scene was witnessed before the closing of the coffin. Several hundreds of wcunded Tommies," many of whom she herself had ministered to in their sufferings, having expressed the wish to see the body in peaceful repose, moved up with silent feet and muffled hearts to catch the last glimpse of their lost nurse, who had endeared herself to them by her unselfish service. The coffin was draped with a large Union Jack, over- laid with a beautiful wreath in the shape of a broken harp, given by the staff, and by two other lovely tributes from the nurses and patients and from the maids respectively. An impressive service was held in the large hall of the hospital, the Vicar of St. Hilda's (Rev. H. O. Davies), the Chaplain (Rev. Trevor O. Thomas), and the Rev. Rhys Davies (English Baptist Church) officiating. Then, over 220 of the soldier-patients, all excepting the cot cases, walked in front of the coffin to the railway station, preceded by the clergymen and ministers, and several deacons of the Baptist Church; the bearers were the patients of her own ward and there followed Councillor Thos. Fletcher, with Mr. and Mrs. Harries, Grilfithstown (friends), several wounded soldiers on crutches, with the matron, sisters, nurses and maids of the hospital. indeed, there were expressions of sorrow and sympathy on all hands, in word and in deed, which have touched a deep chord of gratitude in the hearts of the bereaved parents and family. The spon- taneity of feeling which prompted the 'floral tributes was such that the matron had a substantial sum, over and above what was necessary for the purchase of these, to hand ove: to Mr. Fletcher for use in whatever way he thought best. The Interment was at the St. Michael's graveyard, Ammanford, on Saturday after- noon, for gentlemen only, and the large con- course which gathered was fully representa- tive of the public, business and working [I 'T he Rev. W. "E' classes of the town. The Rev. W. E. Thomas, resident minister of the English Wesleyan Church, officiated at the house and at the Wesleyan Chapel, where a short ser- vice was held, assisted by the Rev. D. E. Harris. Mr. Geo. 1. Thomas, L.L.C.M., Bettws, played the Dead March on the organ. Simultaneous with this service was a memorial service at St. Hilda's Church Griffithstown. The Rev. D. Spenser Jones, B.A. (curate), performed the last rites at the graveside. The mourners were:-Councillor Thomas Fletcher (father) Messrs. Searle Fletcher, Thos. Geo. Fletcher, Gunner Archie Fletcher (who was recently wounded), Priv. Bernard Fletcher, and Mervyn Fletcher (brothers) Messrs. Henry Fletcher, John Fletcher, Chas. Fletcher, Geo. Fletcher, and John James (uncles) Mr. Geo. Cole, Burry Port (cousin); Mr. Frank Evans, Kidwelly (cousin) Mr. Thomas Hall, Burry Port (cousin) Mr. L. Lewis, Llanelly (cousin) and Mr. J. S. Beynon, Llanelly (cousin). The coffin was covered with a wealth of flowers, which were the tributes of the fol- lowing, in addition to those already named:— Mam and Dad; Brothers and Sisters; Grandma; Florrie, Jack and Gertie; Auntie and Uncle, Brynderwen; Uncle Charlie and Auntie Minnie; Uncle Johnny, Auntie Mary Anne and Cousins; Katie and Will; English Wesleyan Church, Ammanford; Sarah, Will, Gwendoline, and Mrs. Mason, Garnant; Mrs George and Mrs. Russell; Olwen and Evelyn; Chrissie, Nellie and Dolly.

Forthcoming Events. [All forthcoming events which are adver-1 tised in the Chronicle, or for which printing is done at our Works in Quay Street, Amman- ford, will be included in the following list. J Nov. 30.-Castellrhingyll: Grand Eisteddfod. Dec. II.-Ammanford: Lecture by the Rey. D. Griffiths, Chaplain to the Blind. Dec. 7.-Glbea ChapeJ, Brynamman: Grand Competitive Concert. Dec. 7.-Raven Inn Hotel, Garnant: Sale of Leasehold Dwelling House. Auctioneer, Mr. W. N. Jones. Dec. 12.-Church Hall, Ammanford: Christ. mas Tree and Sale of Work. Dec. 14.-Noddfa, Garnswilt: Grand Eis- teddfod. Dec. 12, 13 & 14.-Public Hall, Gwaun- cae-gurwen: Grand Performances of the operetta, May-Day in Welladay," by the Tabernacle (C wmgorse) Children's Choir. Dec. 21.-Coancil School, Cefneithin: Grand Bazaar, Carnival, and Concert. Dec. 25.-Wesleyan Chapel, Llandebie: Grand Eisteddfod. Dec. 25.-Congregational Chapel, Penygroes: Grand Organ Recital. Dec. 25.-Caersalem, Tycroes: Third Annual Eisteddfod. Dec. 26.-Church Hall, Carmel, Llandebie: Second Annual Eisteddfod.

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l We wish oar correspondents to kindly state their opinions and give their facts as clearly and tersely as possible. Space is limited, and while we are desirous of giving every- one an opportunity to air his views, we must ask for considerable curtailment in the communications.—ED.]

I THE CONSERVATIVE VOTE. To the Editor, Amman Valley Chronicle. Sir,-Allow me a little space in your valu- able rfaper to congratulate the Liberal Party in the Llanelly Division on their selection of Mr. J. Towyn Jones, M.P., to stand in the National or Coalition interest. I am a Con- servativc and Churchman, and consider that every Conservative and Liberal ought to vote for Mr. Towyn Jones and Mr. Lloyd George's National or Coalition Government. This Government is composed of all shades of opinion—Libera!, Conservative, and Labour—working harmoniously together for the welfare of all classes. In my opinion, this is an ideal Government; not a party Government, but a GoverBment working for the welfare of all parties. We should vote for Mr. Towyn Jones because he has sup- ported Mr. Lloyd George and his Win- the- W ar" Government; and it is the duty of all patriots to vote for' such candidates, who are the friends of Britain. As a Conser- vative, I urge all Conservatives to vote for the Coalition candidate.— Yours, &c., I A CONSERVATIVE. I

WAR MEMORIAL FOR CWMAMMAN. To the Editor, Amman Valley Chronicle. S)Ir,-As most places have decided to erect Memorials for the Fallen Heroes, may I make a suggestion that we in Cwmamman build a Memorial Hall, with a Swimming Bath on the ground floor, similar to that of the Y.M.C.A. at Ammanford, with the ex- ception that we make the HaU large enoigh to hold concerts. It is well known that most of the concerts, &c., are held in places of worship, which I do not consider proper places. Regarding the Baths, they would be a great asset to the place. The children at present are swimming in the local rivers and ponds, which are net really fit for them, as they are so mach polluted. This alone ought to induce us to provide proper facilities. An Honours Board could be fixed up in the Hall with the names of all who joined either the Army or Navy from the district. Also, tablets with the names of those who made the supreme saerifice. I believe a suit- able site could be secured in Prospect Place. If we put our shoulders to the wheel, the whole cost could soon be defrayed, as, in the case of the local Soldiers' and Sailors' Fund, over £ 1,000 was collected in a short time. I cannot think of a better means of commemorating the noble sacrifice made by our brave soldiers and sallors.-I am, &c., W. A. HAY, Hon. Sec. Soldiers' and Sailors' Fund. P.S .—I hope that others will take suffi- cient interest in the matter to urge it forward.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT. I To the Editor, Amman Valley Chronicle. Sir,-Will you please grant me a small space in your valuable paper to make a public acknowledgment to the Directors of the Alpha Cinema, Brynamman, for their kindness in placing, free of charge, their up-to-date hall at the disposal of the Committee connected with the benefit concert to Mr. Wm. J. Griffiths, Llandilo Road, Brynamman. The Committee feel that this generous donation of the Directors should not go un- recognised.-On behalf of the Committee, TOM H. DAVIES, Secretary. I Awelfryn, Brynamman.

RELIEF IN BELGIUM. I To the Editor, Amman Valley Chronicle. Sir,—The British National Committee for Relief in Belgium have received the f< ow- ing letter from Mr. W. B. Poland, Director for Europe of the Commission for Relief in Belgium, of which Mr. Hoover, the American Food Controller, is chairman:— In the wake of the victorious advance of our Armies in France and Flanders and imme- diately behind the German Lines there are some three or four hundred thousand helpless old men, women and little children, literally with only what they stand in. Many are without boots, few have blankets to sleep under, and all are in need of clothing. Winter is fast approaching, and there is no time to make new clothing, therefore with the approval of the French and Belgian Govern- ments e urgently ask the National Com- mittee for Relief in Belgium to provide used or new dresses, suits, underclothing, over- coats, raincoats and boots and shoes for the men, women and children in Belgium and France. Shoes for little children are espe- cially needed, and we have pitiful requests for blankets." With the full approval of His Majesty's Government we ask the Press to give all possible publicity to this request from the Commission for Relief, in the confident belief that, after four years of unexampled suffering and un co-lquerable endurance, these thousands of French and Belgian people, at last free or on the verge of freedom, will be imme- diately provided by the British public with the clothes to keep them warm and the boots to keep them from going bare-footed. Parcels "containing used or unused articles mentioned in Mr. Poland's letter should be sent at once, with the name and address of sender, carriage paid, to the National Committee for Relief in Belgium, 13, City Road, London, E.C. 1. All letters should be addressed to the Honorary Secretary at Trafalgar Buildings, Trafalgar Square, London, W.C. 2. One can never forget;" said the corres- pondent of the Times in describing the relief of Lille, those unending pitiable cries of Nous avons tant souffert.' Now is our opportunity to alleviate the suffering vhich has been borne so courageously.— We are, Sir, &c., (Signed) CHAS. A. HANSON, Lord Mayor of London (Chairman). ARTHUR SHIRLEY BENN, Hon. Treasurer. WILLIAM GOODE, Hon. Secretary.

FOOTBALL TOPICS. AMMAN JUNIORS v. KENSINGTON UNITED. This match was played on the Recreation Grounds, Cwmamman, on Saturday last, before a good crowd of enthusiastic sup- porters, who witnessed a very interesting game. It is not my intention to go into any lengthy description of thd match. Suffice to say that it was quite a wonderful match, though the only outstanding feature was the fine work done by Jenkins and Lloyd in the forward line for the Juniors. Although the Juniors were up against great odds, they sur- passed all expectations, and converted what at one time looked like a losing game into a draw. Will Williams scored for the Juniors after some fine play by their inside-half, Will Ware. It was in the second half that Gray Williams scored for the United after an excellent bout of passing. The Juniors' fate is sealed from this match—a fate to be envied. They are certainly booked for their colours as a junior fifteen. Mr. Alun Williams, the Amman United centre, made in admirable referee. CAWDOR. < Ammanford did not have a match last Saturday, this being the second blank date in succession. On Saturday next they play Gowerton at home, when a good game can be expected. < The Welsh Football Union have decided to remove the ban placed on Welsh Rugby at the outbreak of war with regard to the playing of Rugby football matches, and all clubs are now permitted to arrange matches as before the commencement of hostilities. ??t?fi? fw"Rt ? iv Py?Ptr?S ? J3j Recalls the J?a?SSHM t '? '?r! Fragrance TOILET SOAP ?S}? of an Old ?j?? World Garden n