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The War.
The War. Gunner David Edmunds, R.F.A. Killed in action in France June 3rd, 1917. Son of Mrs. Margaret Edmunds, 405 Cardiff Road, Aber- aman, and the late Mr. Charles Ed- munds (Ffrwdonwy). He spent 18 mouths in France, and previous to enlisting was employed at Cwmneol Colliery. His mother received letters front the Commander of his Battery and also from Lieut. D. L. Elles. The former wrote: "It is my painful duty to acquaint you of the death of your son, which occurred at eight this morning. He was always cheer- ful and bright, and was very keen in his work. He was one of the shining lights of our Battery, and we could ill afford to lose him. Was very popular among his comrades, who knew him as Dai. As a telephonist, thojigh but a beginner, he was risen to the top, having recently obtained the highest distinction in that de- partment. It is comforting to know that he had a painless death, being killed instantaneously by a German nlioll. He will be buried to-morrow in a large cemetery. Accept the heartfelt sympathy of all the offic,ei-s.The Chaplain, Rev. James Evans, wrote a Welsh letter to Mrs. Edmunds, in which he stated he had the privilege of officiating at the burial, which was attended by a l¡.¡r\ number of Gunner Edmunds' l'ade&. "Awelon dowc-h i wylo i v fan wael er ei fwvn o."
Aberdare Soldier Loses an…
Aberdare Soldier Loses an Eye. Private Willie Watkins, son of .LI"8. Watkins, Dane Villas, Aber- dare, and the late Mr. John Wat- kins. cattle dealer, has been wound- ed bv shrapnel in the eye. It hap- pened last Monday fortnight, and he now lies in a London Jiospital. Apart from losing his right eye, Private Watkins did not sustain a scratch, the piece of shrapnel pierc- ing the eye direct. He joined the fi Yeomanry about 18 months ago, before he was 18 years of age, and was later transferred to the 14th Welsh. Previous to being drafted out to France, he saw service in Ireland during the quelling of the Hebellion.
IThree Brothers Serving.
Three Brothers Serving. Mr. T. Archie Williams, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Williams, Aberdare Supply Stores, Aberdare. has joined the Labour Battalion of the 2nd Monmouths, and is stationed at Herri wgsfleet, near Lowestoft. His brother, Driver Trevor Williams, its with the Motor Transport in France, and has been there about 12 months. Private Sydney Williams, another brother, is also in France, being attached to the Westminster Dragoons. A fourth brother, Mr. George Williams, is employed at the Government Customs Office in London.
Mountain Ash Man Wins D.C.M.
Mountain Ash Man Wins D.C.M. News has been received by Mr. E. H. McGregor. Oxford Street, -\Joun- tain Ash, that liis brother, Company Q..M.S. Harry McGregor, has been awarded the D.C.M. for gallant ser- vices in Palestine on March 2(5th and -7th. This is an honour thoroughly well deserved,. for our readers u remember that in a recent letter re- ceived from the N.C.O., he men- ti under heavy lire of every description he was ordered to get up some ammunition, his Com- pany having run short. Although the Turks were only 000 yards away, and "no cover" was about, Harry promptly set about his work and soon had 3 mules loaded up from the ammunition dump in the rear. Some of his comrades next claimed his at- tention, for a great many were lying about seriously wounded, and need- ed bandaging. After doing his host I for them he rejoined his Con-]>;uiy ¡ and took part in the final bayonet fharge which took the fort. His ex- < eapo from wounds may be considered | 'niraeulous, as altogether (S bullets i found their way through different pan* of his clothing. The Q.M.S. j has boon an enthusiastic Volunteer j -and Territorial for many years, he having joined the Cornish Artillery Volunteers as far back as January, lS'J. When the family settled in the Mount in 11)02 the old 3rd .ii. Welsh Hegt. was in existence, and to the local Company he transferred ill" service..Witlim the first year he was promoted to the rank or Sergeant. K-etaining this rank until ehe Territorial Force was introduced, he at once joined up, and a littfe iau-r was made Colour toergeaut, the equivalent rank of which lie now holds. It is remarkable that during the whole period of his service lie has never missed a e:unp training, and to his unbounded en'tnusiasm may be due not a little 01 the success 01 the local companies. This is the second honour he has received during the present campaign, the Italian <j>o\eminent inning presented him v, uh the Orcier ox lie Crow n oi A staunch Conservative he 1: acted for a considerable tune as iioidiian tD the Mountain Ash s .ai.ive Cluk and as registration iigcUt.
NOTES FROM FRANCE.
NOTES FROM FRANCE. iii AP PElsNAE (of Mountain Ash). Mauv people at home have a very hazv idea ot France and the French people, and prior to coming out here x must confess that i suffered from similar misconceptions. Perhaps, under these circumstances, you will me space for a few notes for the benefit of those who have friends and relatives on the Western front. An English soldier or sailor when he comes to France is still subject to English law. For instance, no man is allowed to visit a public-house except between the hours of 12 noon and 2 p.m., and between 6 p.m. and S p.m., and this rule is rigidly en- forced. The same rule applies to the Army canteens ivith a slight modification. It will thus be seen that the opportunities for drinking are limited, and the danger of a soidier going wrong is lessened still further by the limited state of his finances. I do not know how it came about, but I was under the impression that the French Government had a greater control of what is popularly known as "the trade" than is the case in England. Apparently this is not -o. Here anyone can open a cafe for the sale of intoxicating drink, provided the police have nothing against the man's character. There is nn licence to pay, and the cafes are «ppen practically the whole of the day. As a result of this there are cafes innumerable, and in a village of the size of Glyn Neath there are quite of) of such places. In England the movement is towards fewer public-houses, but in France they allow every house to open as a cafe if the resident so desires. The cafe here is often a very small house containing one living room, and one room as a bar, but generally there is a garden attached to it. and the drinking is done in the open iir Where there is no garden chairs are placed on the pavement, around small tables, and what goes on is open to the sight of all. It is now nearh- two months since T left Blighty, but I have not yet seen a Frenchman under the influ- ence of drink. I have seen several Englishmen in a somewhat tottering state. This may be due to the kind of drink favoured by the different nations. The Scotchman loves his whisky; the Englishman his beer, and the Frenchman his light wines and some other weird drinks, of which I have yet to learn the names. Notwithstanding teetotal fanatics and religious prohibitionists I be- lieve men will need places for social intercourse as long as the world lasts, and it would be worth while for politicians and others interested to consider whether it would not be wise to try and reform public- houses. Instead of trying to suppress the Trade would it not be better to improve the surroundings and to provide lighter refreshments? Several people are under the impression that one result of this tremendous war will be to increase the moral and spiritual tone of the nation. If you will allow me to say so, I have my doubts. I have had the opportunity of mixing witn some thousands of men and of coming into intimate contact with them, and I find that few have any religious con- victions at all. If it were not compulsory few men would ever attend church parade. When I was in England 1 found a similar state of things among a large number of the miners, and after the war I am afraid the various churches will have a seri.ous problem to solve. The only religion appreciated' out here is the practical kind of the Salvation Army variety. Among the organisations doing" excellent work the Church of England Men's Society, the Church Army, the Y.M.C.A.. and the Salvation Army. These organisations provide huts for refreshment and entertainment, and are greatly patronised. They are doing fine work in maintaining home ties, and every encouragement is given to the men to communicate with their friends. In every hut paper and envelopes are provided free. Touching upon letters, the people at home should do their part. Nothing is so much appreciated as a letter from home, and I know that nothing has a better influence in I keeping up the spirits of the men. The man out here who has no corres- pondent is really a sad case. If the people at home could see how the letter mail is welcomed, and how dis- appointed many of the men are when no letters are received, they would not think it waste of time to write to their friends. No one can be out here long with- out recognising the fact that not- withstanding all their faults the British are an Imperial people. In the last few "Leaders" I have seen there is a discussion between the peace and war parties at Aberdare, but out here men are of one party. They are lor their country whether she is right or wrong. When the war is ended there will be plenty of time to discuss the merits of the war, but while the enemy is still undefeated the men recognise but one duty. The men who cry peace when there is no peace are false to their kith and kin, and as such should receive all the contempt they deserve. -A-
ABERDARE TRIBUNAL.
ABERDARE TRIBUNAL. On Frida v.-Present: Mr. Chas. Kenshole (chairman), Mrs. Davies. Messrs. T. Walter Williams, Goo. D. Powell, Joseph Martin, Wm. Roes, J.P., W. Lawrence, Evan Jones, D. Tyssul Davies, E. Jones, E. Stonelako. with Major F. N. Gray, J.P., and Sergt. Major Johns (military representatives). Mr. T. Walter Williams presided over the first part of the proceed- ings. Jas. Arkwright. 37, single, 13 Stuart Street, foreman dogger, ap- plied for by his employer. Mr. P. Halewood.—Postponed for 3 months conditional on continuing in same class of employment. To join V.T.C. Wm. Thomas Davies, 27, married, 51 Mount Pleasant View, clerk and principal assistant to accountant at Bwllfa Colliery Co. Total exemp- tion conditional on man continuing in same class of employment. To join V.T.C. Albert E. Howells, 26, single, fanner, Maesgwyn, Cvvmaarv. Passed Class CvJ.—Postponed until Class is called up. Idris Bevan, 24, single, 8 Gospel Hall Terrace, Aberdare, provision hand in the employ of Ir. G. W. Fletcher, grocer. Class C3.—Post- poned for 3 months; to join V.T.C. Samuel M. Price, 36, married, 24 Dumiries Street, Aberdare, garden- er and general farm-hand in the em- ploy of Mr. D. P. Davies, J.P. Passed Class C3.—Postponed until this Class is called UD. David Jas. Wakeworth, 33, mar- ried, 11 Hirwain Road, Trecynon. underground colliery mason and bricklayer under the P.D. Co. Passed Class C2. Personal applica- tioii.tiefiised. Wm. Henry Hughes. 39, married, 9 Whitcombe Street, Aberdare Electrical engineer, etc., at Red Cross Hospital, Trecynon. Applied for by Mr. T. J. Owen, Superintend- ent of Cottage Homes, on behalf of Merthyr Board of Guardians.—Post- poned for 3 months conditional on continuing in same employment. Henry Roderick, 30, married, 30 Trevor Street, Aberdare, architect and surveyor. Passed Cl. Applied for by his father, Mr. Thos. Roder- ick, architect. Postponed for 3 months. To join V.T.C. Dd. John Jones, 39, married, 22 Wind Street, Aberdare, builder's manager and foreman. Represent- ed by Mr. Ivor Parry, Pontypridd. Postponed 2 months, to join V.T.C. Harold Sandford, 28, single, 25 Dumfries Street, Aberdare, shoeing smith engaged in horse slioeiiig 11 Market Street Forge. Applied for by employer, John Francis.—Post- poned 3 months or until suitable sub- stitute found. Daniel Owen, 36, of 5 Greenfield Terrace, Cwnibaeh, hauling house- coal for P.D. Co. Appeal supported by Mr. Owen Powell, miners' agent, and a deputation. It was stated that Owen's brother, who was in partnership with him, had joined the Army, and Major Gray agreed to 3 months exemption. Edward Shannon, 36, married, 16 Maelgwyn Terrace, plasterer and building contractor. Passed B2. Refused, not to he called up for a month. Arthur V. Churchill. gG, single, 32 Victoria Sq.. Aherdarc. saddler. —Postponed 3 months. John Hopkins, 38, married, J Canon Street, Aberdare, general ironmonger.—3 months. John D. Williams, 32, married, (i. Cardiff Street, Aberclare, ironmonger and colliery stores contractor. — 3 months. Messrs. Miles and Son, Aberdare, appealed for the exemption of Chas. W. Durham, 38. married, bread baker. Passed lil.—3 months. Jas. T. Frankiiam. 39, married, baker, employed by Messrs. Perrott Bros., Abercwmboi, who made the application. Passed C2.—Postponed 3 months. Edward W. Williams, 34. married, 12 Bond Street, Aberdare, bread baker employed by Messrs. D. Rees Jones and Son, bakers. Aberdare. Passed Bl.—3 months. Chas. H. Bailey, 39, married, 13 i Ynvsiwyd Street, Abordare, credit draper's traveller. Passed C2.—3 mon tilS conditional on his register- ing for national service. T. _tl. Macdonald, 36, married, Hav Stores, Duke Street, Aberdare. Brother, who was in partnership with him, already joined. — Three months.
j MOUNTAIN ASH TRIBUNAL.
j MOUNTAIN ASH TRIBUNAL. On Tuesday, June 19.-Present: Messrs. Griffith Evans, J.P. (chair- man), Wm. Millar, Wm. Lamburn, Dd. Rogers, Thos. Jones, Bruce Jones, Chas. Maddox, and Geo. Hall, J.P. Military: Major F. N. Gray and Sergt. Major F. Johns. Mr. A. Piiu-ombe, clerk, and Mr. Fred Stock, assistant clerk. Edward B. Element, milk vendor, Jeffreys Street, Mountain Ash, re- presented by Mr. G. F. Forsdike, Cardiff, applied to have a re-hearing of his case. The Tribunal gave con- sent for applicant to appeal to the Central Tribunal. Miles Gwillim, 5.9 Abercynon Road, Abercynon, air compressor attend- ant: married. Two months final. Geo. Cope, Cardiff, manager of a multiple butcher's establishment, 27a Oxford Street, Mountain Ash, Class B2. To be re-examined. Wm. Henry Price, 223' Abercynon Road, Abercynon. Hairdresser. Ad-, journment till Class C3 is called. Hy. Samuel Logan, baker to the Ynysybwl Co-op. Society, applied for extension of exemption. Class C2. Granted 3 months. John E. Davies, licensed victu- aller, Bailey's Arms, Miskin. Class C3. Adjourned till class is called. Daniel S. Davies, 25 Richmond Road, Mountain Ash, provision shop manager. Adjourned till Class C3 is called. George Church, Oxford Street, Mountain Ash, butcher's manager. Medically rejected once, now in Class C2. Granted 3 months. Sydney Bond, butcher's manager, Penrhiwceiber, married, and 4 chil- dren. Class A. Two months final. Lewis Ivor Clarke, licensed victu- aller, Aberdare Hotel, Mountain Ash. Class C2. Granted 2 months. Evan WlIl. Jones, 109 Robert St., Ynysybwl, in charge of the electric power station, was appealed tor by the Council as being indispensable.— Mr. Dd. Rogers vacated ilia seat on the Tribunal to give e\ idence as chairman of the Electric Lighting Committee. Applicant is 26 years of age and had worked in conjunction with Mr. Scammel for 4 years.—Con- ditional exemption granted. Edgar T. Millwood, billiards hall manager, Wenvoe House, Hamilton Street, Mountain Ash. Applicant was injured seriously in the South African War, and had been three times rejected since the commence- ment of this war. Now placed in Class C2. Applicant was prepared to register for National Service. Ex- empted accordingly. Thos. Charles Simnionds, 3 Foun- dry Terrace, Mountain Ash, grocer's assistant to J. E. Jones, Pryce St. -is Applicant had charge of a bakery. Class C2. Granted 3 months. James Gullett, Henry St., Moun- tain Ash. in the same employ, also appealed for temporary exemption. Class A. 2 months limil. William Ladd, grocer's assist- ant, Matthewstown. "Class B2. Three months. Thomas Hnwells, 100 Robert St., Ynysybwl, a quarryman. Class B2. Single. Refused. Edward Hicks, 40 Penrhiwceiber Penrhiwceiber, grocer, repre- sented by Mr. Gwilym Jones. Granted 3 months. » —
CWMDARE NOTES.
CWMDARE NOTES. BY RAFFLES. One street in Cwmdare possesses a very loud alarum clock. One night last week it was not wound up, con- sequently three young men were not wound down the local colliery the next morning. John means business at the forth- coming Cwmdare Show. He boasts that his parsnips are already a foot long, and he anticipates another foot. Great credit is due to the cyclist who so skilfully taught his wife to cycle. I hope they'll have much c- pleasure on the wheels. There is plenty of daylight about now, but at a meeting the other night there was any amount of "flashlights" knocking about Mary Elizabeth Ann's sister's young man, who, by the way, lives at Resolven, is shortly coming to re- side in Cwmdare. He is a past master in the art of etiquette. He'll find plenty to do in that line at Cwmdare. Tom is so keen on gardening that he goes over to see his old friend at Llwvdcoed, the expert Goliath, to I get tips on-how to grow rhubarb.
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TRADES UNION PRESENTATION…
TRADES UNION PRESENTATION AT MOUNTAIN ASH. An open meeting of the Mountain Ash Branch of the Monmouth and South Wales Enginemen, Stokers', and Surface Craftsmen's Association was held at the Workmen's Institute on Thursday evening to present Mr. J. W. Grant, agent to the above association, for the valuable services rendered to the local branch for 15 years. Mr. Ernest Thomas was in the chair. Mr. Pryce James (trustee of the society) handed Mr. Grant a gold watch and a purse of money as a token of their esteem and apprecia- tion. The following supported: — Mr. James, Messrs. William Jen- kins, G. W. Langford (late president), Thomas Early, Joel Leyshon (secre- tary), G. Jefferies, Arthur Hobby, and Albert Wheeler. Mr. Grant, in response, reviewed the work of the association, and expressed thanks to all for their appreciation.