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Great Battle ! Impending.
Great Battle Impending. 'HUR1UED REINFORCEMENTS. ¡"OR THB GERMANS. A v-ery violent general action .;has be- ■tjun in the region below St. Q,.mnt' n. The Frenen Bureau have issued a biiet, but signiiicaut, sentence stating that the battle on tne left was "de- eloping." A communication to-day shed im- portant light on this word. Shortly, it is. patent that the Germans1.,ave awaken- ed to the tremendous peril -of their right 1 wing. They have rushed ax-my corps to tills side from the cent.re" and even from Lorraine and ihe Vosges. The latter -are the troops which vwere previously reported to be passing -through Liege. Their number was piit ja-t 200,000. They have been conveyed by train to Cam- brai, via Liege and Valenciennes. I The description of the "fighting suggests an action of the natuii? of a pitched I battle- If the alh-ed trcops .engaged really be- long to the left wing, and are not the new army which it .has been suggested Las been in waiting .for ibe psychological moment to strike a sledge-hammer blow on the rear of the German right, then a glance at the map shows that the Allies' hDe curls round the German right far beyond previous belief. More may not be said now. But all points to the imminence of great hap- penings and €he decisive stage of the battle. The Frendi. communication alw sug-, gosts feat the Allies are forcing & pass- age on either side of the Germans on the heights before Rheims. An advance of "the Germans G1:I. line between Veridiin and Toul is saaen- aoed by the advance of the French r' rht to Beaumont. It"is believed the enemy'si activity lere is intended to relieve 'the, pressure on their centre and enaMe it* to retire nct-tllwnfds. The massing of 40,000 Germans m; i Waterloo and the bringing up of siege' guns lend-s eoloiir'to a recent report £ hat General von XInek had withdraln: Ihisj headquarters to TMcns. t '1 Sinking of the Cruisers. SPLENDID HEROISM OF THE CREWS. The Admiralty la.it night issued ports of the surviving senior officers Q$ the three British -cruisers sunk in the North Set, and in a covering statement ¡.ay the natural promptings of humanity have in till is caste led to heavy losses j which would have been avoided by a ■ strict adherence to -military eoaeidera- tions. Modern naval "WaT presents so many iii-w and -strange iiiatio&s that an error' of judgment of this charactor. is pardon-' able, but it 'has been necessary to point out for the future guidance of his Majesty's ships that the conditions TIre-' Utiiing when one vessel of a squadron is • inj ured in a minefield or exposed to sab- marine attack are analogous to those oe- furring in a general action, and that the rule of leaving disabled vessels to their ¡ own resources is applicable, so far, at i any rate, as large vessels are concerned. The reports refer in glowing terms to Ilie conduct of the crews. The loss of life is given as r.early sixty oncers and 1J00 men. There is no indicatiwi of the •it tacking submarines, and althcragh the '< Yessy's gunner positively asserts he ,tik a hostile erqff,, --)n officer who stood alongside the gunner believes the Iseiter's nbell struck only floating .timber. ——— a  Premier in Da?m. I .ANNOUNCEMENT RE INDIAN TROOPS. J last night addressed a ttr,ge recruiting meeting at the Majision blouse, Dublin. The meeting evoked £ *.rcat popular interest, applications for ■! mission to the hall, which accommo- dates nearly 3000. exceeding many times ? .?a number of ti?ets that could be ("h.d. 3 right hon. gentleman was accom- ^by T.-ord Aberdeen, Lord Crewe, Mckenna, Sir John Mr. John Pedmond, and other ,1<J<-vbla figures in politied life. n making a- f^vecinl appeal to Ireland, %ill;"tse sons had already shared in the Vich the British Army had ^aiiied, the Premier said from all of the Empire its best manhood comir-s forward in defence of our Common interests. The first Indian cost- tigcjt had, he believKI, landed in Mar- seilles that day. This important pronouncement "was received with loud and prolonged cheer- ing, as was also a further declaration by the right hon. gentleman, that in so far as Ireland was concerned old animosities were dead, and we were a united nation. i,jt r German New Guinea. ANOTHER SLICE OF CDLONY SEIZED. The Secretary to the Admiralty an- nounces -that a telegram has been re- ceived from Vice-Admiral Sir George Patey stating that the town and har- bour of Friedrich Wilhelm,, the srat of Government, of Kaiser WiJhelm Land, German New Guinea, has been orcupied j by the -Australian forces without opposi- I fcion. Arwyd forces of the eiwmy appear tc' have .been concentrated ;at He??erthohe,. w'here they were -aMahilatec!. The?f BrUa?h flag has been lioisted :at Fried-\i rich 'Wilhelm and ? gaTrison rstablisheJ, j riel-i '-?N-ilhelm an d a -gi3-rrison rstablishi-0, ?? ) T? ISjt Kaiser's Paris PIns. 1 A LITTLE GERMAN PROGRAM TUT I HAS NOT BEEN PERFORMED. I An account is given in Paris of the jpro- n which the Em peror Willi aim kad -irranged for his fituy in .iris, whera- he expected to arrive 'between. August "loth ;sunid'20th. The program includ&d the cap! in? of M. Poincare and the Ministry, di the -British and Russian Ambassadors, and -of the Directors of Banks and the TPresi- Ldents of the Chamber and Senate, an embargo on the Bank m France, illie de- tention of numerous political and 1inan- -cial personalities and of writers iiostile to Germany, of whom the German Em- bassy had prepared a list before ■-mobili- sation The confiscation bf the Public Debt "Tegister was also provided for, so as to 'compel French Government stockholders to accede to all tactions and to Remand peace. "Once Paris had Tieen occupied, -an army of 600,000 reservists-would, in the Ger- man estimation, liaw. sufficed to main- tain order south and north, while "25 first line German corps would have ■ marched against the Russians.
DEATH OF MISS CARRIE ViIL;L[Af,4S…
DEATH OF MISS CARRIE ViIL;L[Af,4S I The funeral took place this afternoon of Miss Carrie Williams, youngest daughter of the 'lat-p Mr. D. Williams, Woodlands, Bynea, and sister of lir. Rhys J. Williams, 6hief clerk at the County Court Office, rL3anelly. Deceaised was a much loved young lady, and her untimely death isdepred by a large circle of friends. She was an active metaber of Bryn Chapel, and was Chief Ruter of the female tent of Rechabites at Lfwynhendv.
Forcing the Aisne.
Forcing the Aisne. SERGT. DICK KEENAN'S I EXPERIENCES. HUUSE KILLED: RIDER 1NJ T-RED. I Nothing more thrilling than the ex- periences of Staff-Farrier-Sergt, Dick iieenaa. in the recent fighting in France easily be imi; cined. Our gallant townsman wJio has a splendid record of military service to his cr-edit, was wound- ed in the arm by a shrapnel bullet and the horse -that he was riding was killed. "Dick" is now lying iu Netley Hospital, receiving the best surgical attention. He has brought back willi him as a trophy ai war .:1 Berlin-znade revolver which lie: took f r-om a German captain, whom he 'knocked over." Tlie i-e-volver is a 'six-; chambered one, -and in the leather 4-,ase holding it was a supply of cartridges.. Seirgt. KeeliULn told *4 he story of the fighting to a, member -of the family who went, to see him ',a few days ago. He said that it was the hottest experience: he had ever ,gone through. In an ar- ?il?;ry duel <m the ?ba.nks of the Aisne, hi? company <?8 .pcactically wiped out. When the roll was called later 'on, not a: l single oStcer an?&wer?d to it. But) ^boavy as were our lo?es? those of the: II enemy were st least four times as Tsany. 'The Germans advancea in dose form-J tion and were simply mowed down. The ,I depleted ranks were quickly made up. and once ;again the mowing process be- gan with •fiimilar results. The British were at a disadvantage because they were hopelessly outnumbered, but they made up 'for this by their deadly firing, I whole masses of the enemy being anni- hilated. In spite of the terrfi toll of life, however, 'ihe Germans still came forward to certain death. Ser-_ot. Keenan spoke in the warmest terms ;(f 'the kindness of the French peoplt,- Wh-eTever they went, they were received with the greatest cordiality, gifts -off all "kinds feeing sliowered upon them. "In-eluded in = transport lie noticed one of the mtrtor lorries of Messrs. Arthur Davies id Co., Llaneily. His -many friends are toping to see "Dick"T' back in his native town soon, and will accord him the -welcome so brave a soldier deserve s.
Thase Russians.
Thase Russians. FIGHTING WITH THE ALLIES _a.T moxa. The mj&tery .of the great Russian army iightingor supposed to be fighting- with the Allies in France,, deepens. Wo are all familiar with the stories of how they reached France via Archangel and England. Equally well known is the denial of the Press Bureau which asks the public to "discredit" all rumours of Russians having passed through this ,country. But the worst vf it is that so many people have seen them. What about I 10,000 of the Czar's warriors who arrived in Southampton a month ago and left at midnight for an unknown destination? Then again, an experienced war corres- pondent writing to the "Daily Newt" from Ostend, categorically declares that he saw them in actioia ? Further evidence has now reached us which we feel sure will be of interest to our readers. There is in Llanelly to-day a soldier who has taken part in the Battle of Mons, and in all the fighting that follows:! during the strategic re- treat of the Allies. Speaking to one of our reporters, he said that the Russian troops took part in the operations at Mons and were of no little assistance to General French. "I cannot tell you," he said, "how they reached France, or in what strength they arrived, but it is ridicu- lous to suggest that they are not there." Have we not fought with them ? Surely we can trust the evidence of our own eyes.
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The "Diplomat," the Harrson liner sunk in tho H"y of Ber><r^l by the notor- ions "Emden" was on her homeward trip from Calcutta. She had taken out a general cargo including a consignment of galvanized sheets made at Dafen.
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Tall of Przemsy) Iminent I
Tall of Przemsy) Iminent I This afternoon's telegram from Petro- grad states that the siege of Przemysl continues. A number of forte have been destroyed and the surrep-deT.,Cf the IH&!3e is believed to be imminent.
HEARTS OF OAK CONCESSION.…
HEARTS OF OAK CONCESSION. I Mr. David Morgan, 'the local delegate, has been informed by iT-he Hearts « Oak Socieiy that memben. -who have been called up for service are exempt from paying contributions to the Swiety curing the period of «rvbh service. "They must* however, forward "co the office "their -rarik, service number, etc. Mr. "Morgan is prepared to take up all local canes, and asks the "friends of mem- bers who have been called up to eom- nmnicate with him.
GOENERCiSlTY OF MESSRS. STUDTS.…
GOENERCiSlTY OF MESSRS. STUDTS. I We arer^lad to learn fhaJt Messrs. Hy. StuSts aiaa Son, the well-known amuie- meiit caterers, have generously offered to pQsee their fine scenic railway at the disposal of vihe local committee next Tuesday froms 7 to 9 p.m. -All the pro- ceeds will be handed over to the Prince of Wales Fund. This is a chwice for all the inhabitants to help the fwid and to obtain jtieasant relaxation atithe same time.
A CHARGER FOR BOTHA. I
A CHARGER FOR BOTHA. I Wiring to-day a Johannesburg corres- pondent says that in response to an ap- peal on the Rand for three thousand shillings for the purchase of a ehargt-r for General Botha, the money was over- subscribed within a few hours.
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Congratulations to Mr. Edgar 0, ¡ William*, Downing street, on his passing I the Oxford Hesponuions.
Today's PresentationI
Today's Presentation I V MR. W- B. JONES AND THE ODDFELLOWS. There vcas a large and representative •gathering at the quarterly reeling of the Llauelly District of OddJellows this afternooti when a presentation was made tt. Mr. W. B. Jones, J P. The pre- sentafen was a sight token of the ap- preciation of the di&trict of "W.B.'s" valuable services for over- 35. years. Mr. J on, has been a stalwar,t of Oddfellow- ship since his youth, and it would be impossible to over-estimate his services as secretary during the years. His re- elevation to the BwiCli was regarded net: only as an honour to himself, but tm-ry Oddfellow rejoiced in the di-stinc- 'thin conferred upon oite of their munber. The presentation "Committee were I tiiixious that the gift1 should if possible, j He a local production, and they entrusted ] 'Messrs. Pugh Bros, "vith an order for a 1-inal,nificent dining "room suite with the stipulation tfcat it should be made rin Idanelly. Messrs. "Pugh designed a beautiful suite in 'the 'Queen Anne -style, of solid walaut, and made in their own workshop. They carried out the work in first-class styki, showing what local craftsmen can do when the opportunity is given therm. The presentation ceremony was rull of interest, the beautiful gifts being handed over on behalf of the district by Mr. Treasurer Andrews, who has been co-; official with Mr. Jones for many years. A number of eulogistic speeches were, made after whieh Mr. Jones reiborneS^ thanks. 'j I
HABBOUU TRUST APPOINTMENT.…
HABBOUU TRUST APPOINTMENT. I At the .genera!, .meeting of the Trust last Monday, the well-known firm of Messrs. Parsons., and Jolliffe, chartered accountants, Newport, Moa., were elect- ed auditors out- of fifteen applicants. They have a branch office at 17, Market streetl, Llanelly, Mr. D. J. Lewis beicg their .acting representative.
IJVGHK DESPATCHED FROM LLANELLY.…
JVGHK DESPATCHED FROM LLANELLY. -September. 12th to the 4th Welsh I (Major Bramwell Jones). SHIRTS. Mrs. Harry .Evans, Graig -28 Llaneily House .24 Y.M.C.A. Wai- Guild and Parish Hall .SO Mrs. L.udford .6 148 SOCKF. .Mis£ J/aues, Jiiss, and Miss lmiirs Lady Howard 12 doz. pairs. 155 pairs. Also -SBO blaskets per Lady Howar d, Llaneily House. A bag -of materials fm~ rifle cleaning was also the f.M.C.A. War Guild. A telegrasn wa-t received from Major Bramws-11 Jones expre* sing sincere thanks from all panics of the Regiment for the muck .appreciated e comforts seat to his roen.
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- - - -. LLANELLY CHAUFFEUR…
LLANELLY CHAUFFEUR AT THE FRONT, Mir. J. B..Harries, BrF.n.,ar-:y-IDor., .'has I received an interesting letter from Pte. Percy George, who, up to the outbreak of war, was iin his employ as ehaffeur. Pte. George writes in excellent spirits, and speaks most appreciatively of the treatment meted out to the men. "You will be interested to learn that I saw one of Messrs. Arthur Davies' and Com- pany's D&imler motor lorries out liere. It reminded me very forcibly of dear old LLaKselly.
The late Dr. Johns.
The late Dr. Johns. ———— CHILDREN'S MEMORIAL SERVICE. I Not the least impressive portion of the proceqd,iigs -on Tuesday afternoon when the burial ot -Dr. Johns, Ca,pel Als, took place, was the children's memorial ser- vice held at Calfaria Chapel. The child- i-en -of Cape] Ais were very near to the heart of the rpastor, and he used to be as regukir as -g; ny of them in attendance at the Sunday School and the Band of Hope. Appropriately enough two old Capel Als boys, in the persons of the Rev. Caradoc Owen and the Rev. J. Williams, Aber- gvinfi, were present. The former gave an instructive address dealing with the early life of Dr. Johns, while Mr. Wil- liams dealt with the later years of the veteran's career. Some of the Dr.'s favourite hymns were sung with touching effect by the children, and at the close of the service they were presented with flowers which they reverently threw upon the coffin of one who will never be forgotten by them.
IAN ACCEPTED CALL.I
AN ACCEPTED CALL. I We are informed that the Rev. Herbert Davies, of Tottenham, has accepted the pastorate of Abney Church, Stoke New- ington. The rev. gentleman is a brother 6f Mr. T. Brabyn Davies, Station road.
Activity of the Building Trade.…
Activity of the Building Trade. I LONG LIST OF PLANS PASSED. I There is a welcome continuation of activity in the building trade locally, as may be seen from the long list of plans approved by the Corporation:— Mr. J. B. Harries: 4 houses, Old rd.; Mr. Dd. Dyer: Shed, Walters road; Alr. J. B. Harries: 6 houses in Greenway st; Mr. G. V. Thomas: 5 houses in New Dock road; Messrs Co-operative Society: House, shop, stores and stables at Ced- ric street; Messrs. W. H. Smith and Son: Additions to lock-ur shop in Step- ney street; Messrs. E. Randell and W. Morgan 2 houses in New road; Messrs. G. J. Davies and G. H. Williams: two houses in Swansea road; Mr Morris: Ad- ditions at Upper Park street; Mr. Wm. Daniels: Stables at back of No. 5, West End; Mr A. Richards: Additions at back of 151, Old Castle road; Messrs. Shoe- smith and Davies: 4 houses in Trinity road; Mr. T. Samuel: Shed at No. 30, Glevering street; Mr. Dd. Griffiths: Shed at 'Brooklyn,' Glevering street; Mr D. Evans: Shed, Cedric street; Messrs. Public Works and Construction Co.: 4 houses in Walters road; Messrs. Trus- tees of Glenalla Chapel: Extensions; Mr Joseph Sullivan: Stables, Andrew street; Mr. Daniel Williams on behalf of the Hospital Committee: Mortuary; Mr. D. Strahan: Additions and stables, Fort William House," Brynallt terrace Messrs. R. B. Jenkins and Davies: two I houses in Trallwm road; Mr. T. Morgan: 2 houses, Trallwm road Messrs. T. Blay I .•.nd Denbigh Jones: 2 houses, New road, between Pare Howard and Dimpath; Messrs E. Willis Jones and Rhys Evans, two houses, ditto; Messrs. Sam and J. Evans: two houses, ditto.; Mr. David I Williams: Cart house, Waterloo street.
CHOCOLATE, NOT CIGARS.--I
CHOCOLATE, NOT CIGARS. I The late ex-Dean Shadrach Pryce, of St. Asaph, who was known in Llanelly as school inspector, was passionately fond of the weed, and invariably smoked a, pipe. On one occasion he visited a bazaar, and having left his pipe at home he readily accepted the invitation of a young lady to buy some cigars, and promptly tucked the packet he received into his pocket. On leaving the bazaar he started on a four-mile walk to a neighbouring village, and when well out of the town, dying for a smoke, he be- thought himself of the cigars he had pur- chased. Judge of his surprise when he discovered that the "cigars" were cho- colate.
TRADESMEN'S ASSOCIATION.
TRADESMEN'S ASSOCIATION. The monthly meetings of the Trades- men's Association will be resumed on Monday next at the Y.M.C.A. Rooms, commencing at 7.45 p.m. The President has been fortunate to secure the promise of the presence of the Mayor, Sir Stafford Howard, on the oc- casion of this the first meeting of the winter session. The committee are look- ing forward to a successful and profit- able session, and kope the tradesmen will continue to give their active co- ¡ operation to the movement. New mem- bers will be heartily welcomed on Mon- day, and the Secretary will be glad to have the names of any such desiring to join the Association.
"A Rotten Procedure."
"A Rotten Procedure." PROTEST AT THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE. A discussion took place at the meet- ing of Llaneily Education Authority on Wednesday night, Mr. E. Willis Jones presiding, with regard to the salaries of teachers volunteering for service at the f roiit. The Chairman, moving the adoption of the minutes of the School Manage- ment Committee, said it had been decided to pay teachers who joined the Army the difference between what they received from the War Office and their present salary, and to keep their places open for them. The motion was agreed to. The Chairman reported that four mem- bers of their staff-Mr. D. H. Thomas bers of their sta f (the Llanelly three-quarter), Mr. W. G. Williams, Mr. Willie Watts (the captain of the Llanelly Rugby team), and Mr. D. R. B. Jones had enlisted. Mr. J. L. Jones asked whether it was to be understood that the single young men in the committee's employ who volunteered were to be paid half their present salary. The Chairman: No, they will be paid their full salary, less the allowance made by the War Office. Mr. Nathan Griffiths: But you said the conditions were to be the same as those adopted by the Borough Council. That is why I voted in favour. The Chairman: The minute is distinct enough the other way. Mr. Griffiths: Then the minutes were agreed to under a misapprehension, and it means preferential treatment. The standing orders were suspended in order to reopen the matter. The Vice-Cliairman said they had writ- ten to Sir J. H. Yoxall, intimating that they were prepared to pay their teachers who enlisted full salaries, and, in the meantime, these young men had enlisted if they rescinded the resolution they would have been induced to enlist under fSlse promises. Mr. W. Davies: Had the clerk written that letter before the minutes were con- firmed ? The Vice-Chairman: Yes. Mr. Davies: Then it is a rotten pro- cedure. The motion to rescind the resolution was defeated by eight votes to six.
Prince of Wales Fund
Prince of Wales Fund LLANELLY BRANCH. I £ s. d. Amount previously acknow- ledged .2987 19 1 Prince of Wales' Lodge of Freemasons 52 10 0 Prof. H. F. Linda (2nd con.) 0 10 6 Ebenezer Welsh Congregational Cbapel-Jonah Thomas, 5s.; J. S. Thomas, 5s.; W. Samuel 5s.; Evan Thomas, 5s.; E. H. Jones, 5s.; Miss E. John, 4s.; Miss A. John, 2s 6d; John I John, 3s.; Rev. T. O. Bowen. 2s 6d; Walter James, 2s. 6d.; Josiah Evans, 2s. 6d.; Gwilym Thomas, 2s 6d; Tom Evans, 2s 6d; Evan Evans, 2s fid; J. Davies, 2s 6d; George Thomas 2s.; Albert John £2 2s; total 6 2 4 G.W.R. Permanent Way Mec- hanics and labourers, Llanelly district 1 16 2 Employees of Burry Works (2 weeks' contribution) 18 4 9 South Wales Tinplate Works workmen and staff (2nd con) 12 5 9 G.W.R. Engineers & Firemen. 0 15 4 Bigyn Boys' School-Scholars 0 14 6 W. H. Morgan. Esq. (Lisvane) 2 2 0 D. W. Nicholl, Esq. 1 1 0 I Maescanner Chapel 7 1 0 L. B. Elsmere, Esq. 0 10 6 Soth Wales Works—Steel De- partment (3rd con.) 10 2 3 i Do. Tinplate Department (3rd contribution) 12 5 4 Corporation Employees (5th' contribution) 2 7 0 G.W.R. Goods Dept. 1 2 6
ITHE LATE ARCHDEACON EVANS.
THE LATE ARCHDEACON EVANS. The funeral of the late Archdeacon Evans took place yesterday at Abergwili and was one of the largest ever seen in est Wales. Among those present wove Canon Edwards Rees, Mr W. E. C. Tregoning. J.P., Mr Morton Evans, J.P. Revs. D. A. Jenkins, Burry Port, A. I Richards, Llanddarog, D. W. Thomas. LLindehie, J. W. Jones, Ammanford, D-L Davies, St. Paul's, Evan Ti omas, Llrmedy, Anthony Britten, Gorslas, T. Jones, Llandefeilog, Dr. D. J. Williams, an 1 many ethers.
URCENT PARADE. I
URCENT PARADE. I The Territorial Reserve Force are asked to parade in the Town Hall grounds at 5.30 p.m. to-night.
I ASTERISKS. ———♦-
I ASTERISKS. ——— ♦- Why did "Bill" cajole America? Be- cause he couldn't Russ-ia. Harvest Thanksgiving Services will be held at Greenfield Chapel to-morrow. < Why is the Kaiser feeling so uncom- fortable ? Because his army is in a "stew" < w A baptismal service was held at Moriah last night, five persons being im- mersed. » • • Is it true that a Harbour Trustee lost a pair of opera glasses at Carreg Fach on Thursday P Another magnificent exploit. A Zeppelin raid was made on Ostend. Re- sult—one dog killed. < Asked what his favourite recreations were, the late Dr. Johns replied—walk- ing and doing good. The local Terriers will remove from Angle on Monday. Their new head- quarters will he Fort Scoveston. » » Nobody sems to be on the Kaiser's side except the Almighty and we have only the Kaiser's word for that. •» How many Llanellyites know that there is a local Constantinople? And how many could describe the exact sit- uation of Elusendy? < There is not a blessed thing above- earth, on, or below that the Royal En- gineers cannot put a hand to.—Major Francis at the Market Hall last night. < < < Heard in Athenaeum Square a few- evenings back. "The Germans are now retreating. "Of course they are. Haven't you heard that our Dai has gone.. to the front ? • « • The Kaiser, we are told, travels with an asbestos hut. We fancy, however, that it is not during his lifetime that the most pressing need for a fire-proof shel- ter will arise.—( "Punch.") m • m Tlit Llanelly Royal Choir will shortly give a concert in aid of the Red Cross funds. All choristers are requested to be at practice to-morrow (Sunday) night to prepare for same. The anniversary services of Park Church will be held tomorrow and on Monday evening, the special preacher be- ing the Rev. D. Ewart James, M.A., Southend. This brilliant preacher re- quires no introduction to Llaneily. < Mr. John Bennett, whose death is an- nounced this week, was a well-known character. He had been in the service of the Corporation for many years. Three of his sons are serving their country at this time of crisis. « • t Mr. Richard Francisbell has acquired the "military bearing" with a vengeance One gasps at the ease with which he flourishes his hand in that dignified sal- ute. He was much in eviderc? fit Burry Port on Sunday last when the Civic Guard marched through. On three occasions the German Em- peror has been the guest of the Corpo- ration of London at Guildhall. It is now suggested that his name should be removed from the Roll of Honour. The question will be raised at the meeting of the Corporation next week. < < It may not be generally known that the silver mace, presented to the Llan- elly Corporation by Lady Howard is an exact copy of one made to the order of the Earl of Stafford for the M anor of Thornbury by Benjamin Tyne of London in 1681. It was the earliest known work of that eminent silversmith. A modern follower of the late Rev, Dd. Evans, Ffynon Henry, in a recent lecture told his audience that tho Welsh proverb, "Cosa di fi gosa ine dithe," (You scratch my back and I will scratch yours) originated in Egypt when Phar- aoh under the discomforts of the dust that became alive and carnivorous saicl- that to Mrs. Pharaoh.
IA "RADIANT" DEMONSTRATIONS
I A "RADIANT" DEMONSTRATIONS I Every housewife will be interested iir the announcement that a series of free demonstrations of the new washing com- pound "Radiant," will be gi%-e I at the old Metropolitan Bank Buildings next week It would appear as though. "Radiant" has come to I- ize. washing and to abolish the co'm"forts of washing day. The claim m^de for it. is that it will do a week's wi,I.l in two hours J without any rubbing scrub-, bing. This means saving coal, labour-, time and clothes. These demonstration in Swansea at the Albert Hall were rv great success, the place being over- crowded. No doubt they will be equally, appreciated in Llaneily.