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Youths of 18.|
Youths of 18. PROCLAMATIONS IN SOUTH WALES. The expected Proclamations calling youths of 18 years of age to the Colours are displayed on the hoard- ings this week. The first is to youths born in 1898 and 1899, who attested and were then transferred to the Army Reserve. Those in Group A, born in 1898, are required to report themselves 15 days from the date of this Proclamation ( January 30th); and men in Group B, born in 1899, 30 days from -the date on which they attain 18 years of age. The second Proclamation deals with youths deemed to be Reservists under the Military Service Acts, 1916. These have been assigned to classes according to the year of their birth, and men of Class A, born in 1898, and all men in Class B, born in 1899, are required to report for the purpose of joining the Colours within 15 and 30 days respectively of January 30th.
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ICWMAMMAN SOLDIERS' AND SAILORS'…
CWMAMMAN SOLDIERS' AND SAILORS' FUND. i To the Editor, Amman Valley Chronicle. Sir,—In another column will be found a copy of the balance sheet of the above Fund. In view of the splendid balance in hand of £ 570 9s. I Od., we think it advisable that a few essential facts should be brought before the contributors. In the first place, it will be noticed that out of a total of over 400 soldiers and sailors who are serving their country from this locality, up to the present only 179 have received their cheques. Secondly, so far, the casualties re- corded amongst local soldiers have been singularly low in comparison to the number of men serving; for we have only 12 widows and families to provide for, and not a single case of disablement. These latter will un- doubtedly prove the greatest drain on the funds, when they arise. Take, for instance, the cases of men who have lost a limb-an arm or a leg-and who will be unable to follow their regular employment after their dis- charge. Surely we cannot allow cases of this sort to be left to the mercy of a Government which will have its hands well filled in other directions. We feel, therefore, that it would be a thousand pities if this Fund, now properly organised, should discontinue owing to having such a respectable balance in hand. Undoubtedly it is ample for our present neds, but what of the future ?-On behalf of the Committee, Rev. J. EDRYD JONES, Chairman. W. A. HAY, Hon. Secretary. HARRY M. FULLER, Hon. Treasurer. I To the Editor, Amman Valley Chronicle. Sir,—It had not been my intention to elaborate further on the matter con- tained in my previous letter, but I may perhaps be justified in claiming your indulgence once more to reply as briefly as possible to Garnant' s shibboleth in your last issue. It is, indeed, just to him that I should take his advice on one point, and I apologise for stating that business people who are not contributing to the Fund are non-existent. This, I find, is incorrect, and I can only excuse myself by say- ing that I took it for granted that Garnant (I mean the district, and not the owner of the pseudonym) was doing what I know Glanamman to be doing. Why all this fuss? Simply because up to now Garnant" has had no share in the distribution of the Fund. I trust he is now satisfied, however. Possibly he would like to take over my office himself. Well, his opportunity is at hand;at the forth- coming public meeting, provided he can convince the community of his ability to do so. Garnant thanks me for doing my duty. I do not re- quire it. However, observe his thanks! The exhalation of his virtuous breath first wafts the fragrance of thanks, but is immediately followed by the fumes of distrust. He gives thanks, and then blames the workmen for allowing business people to handle their money. Generous, magnanimous Timon that he is, what does he imply? Let him make a plain accusation, if he has the courage to do so. A" straight left is more becoming to a Briton than a stab in the back. Let me inform Gamant" that I am Treasurer of a Public Fund (capital P, Mr. Printer), and not a workmen' s Fund. The spirit is universal and not sectional. Isn't it enough for your correspondent that the Fund Committee recognise my efficiency? In any case, for his infor- mation, I may tell him that I was ap- pointed at a Public Meeting. In an- other column will be found a copy of the balance sheet, and I challenge, nay, defy, Garnant" to maintain a Fund of this sort, totalling as it does S-835, on more meagre working ex- penses than what the Secretary and I have done, viz., 12 13s. 6d.; and, mark you, this covers three items of expenditure for two years. In view of this, I think neither of us need be ashamed of the verdict of the public, even though we have earned the rebuke and distrust of so righteous a person as Gamant appears to be. His question, in the concluding part of his personal note to me, does not come within my province to answer, except to say that it is quite irrelevant. Gamant" needs advice; but, Mr. Editor, I won't fill your paper. Still, I would suggest that he, having the interests of the workmen-I use his own term—at heart, would be an ex- cellent person to organise a fund for his briHiant Board of Guardians scheme. If his notes are any criterion, he would undoubtedly make a success of it.' Unfortunately, however (and there is a fly in almost every oint- ment) there are such ornaments in this material world of ours as sound- ing brasses and tinkling cymbals. "— Yours faithfully, I HARRY M. FULLER. Beech House, Glanamman, January 29th, 1917.
Fires in South Wales.I
Fires in South Wales. I Damage amounting to over £ 100,000 was caused by fire in the heart of Cardiff on Monday. Two large buildings in Frederick Street were involved—the Glamorgan Build- ings and the warehouse of Messrs. T. H. Downing and Co., hosiery manu- facturers, and much damage was also done by subsidiary fires. Simultaneous with the big Cardiff outbreak, reports of several other fires in various parts of South Wales were received on Monday. The places affected include the following:— Fcnmon Castle, near Barry, the residence of Mr. Oliver Jones, J.P., D.L. Sunlight oil sheds at Biaenavon. The Calyn, Hay, Breconshire, resi- dence of Mr. P. Goodwin Beavan, who inherited large estates in Mexico a few years ago. Gorse fires in Swansea and Neath district, endangering Lady Lons* woods. Another fire at Cardiff, confined to a garage.
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H.M. auxiliary cruiser Laurentic (Captain R. A. Norton, R.N.) was sunk off the Irish coast by a German submarine or mine late on January 25th. Twelve officers and 109 men have been saved. The Laurentic was a converted White Star liner of 14,892 tons gross, built in 1909 by Harland and Wolff, Ltd., Belfast. A public meeting convened by Cockett Parish Council has decided to form an allotment society for Fforest- fach, near Swansea. Mr. J. T. Martyn (clerk) read correspondence with landholders as to sites, and Coun- cillor T. Hopkins criticised a charge of f-4 an acre mentioned as extor- tionate, considering that-tarmers secured land at 15s. an acre. It was by no means a creditable display of landowners' patriotism.
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N.S.P.C.C. and Child Neglect.1
N.S.P.C.C. and Child Neglect. 1 The National Society for the Pre- vention of Cruelty to Children investi- gated 3,121 complaints of neglect and cruelty in England, Wales, and Ire- land during the month of December. Of the 3,055 completed cases, 2,973 were found true, affecting the welfare of 9,205 children and involving 3,733 offenders. Warnings were issued in 2,712 cases; 128 were prosecuted (resulting in 127 convictions), and 133 were dealt with by transfer or in other ways. From its foundation in 1884 the Society has dealt with 937,905 complaints, involving 2,633,757 chil- dren. In the Carmarthen and Pem- broke Counties Branch during the same month, 19 cases were dealt with, affecting 67 children.
Blowing up Mountains.
Blowing up Mountains. The Italians have specialised in ex- plosive sleighs, which are sent sliding down the snow against the Austrian positions, where they burst with terrific effect. Italian engineers have had to blow up many mountains. The most remarkable feat of all was the con- struction of an enormous mine tunnel 1,100 yards tong through the Col di Lana, which allowed the peak of this mountain, constituting the chief strength of a formidable Austrian posi- tion on -the Dolomites, to be blown off and the garrison exterminated. All the time it was a breathless race with the Austrians, who were busy counter- tu.,inelling.-( From an article entitled The Italian Effort," in the February issue of The London Magazine ").
CARNANT NOTES.
CARNANT NOTES. [By GARNANT.] Intimation has been received of the death in action of Priv. Aeron Davies, Stepney Road, Garnant. Priv. Davies, previous to the war, worked at the Garnant Tin Works. The public of Cwmamman will be pleased to know that in addition to the balance sheet which appears in this paper, sh ewing the money received and paid out from the Soldiers' and Sailors' Fund, 50 copies will be printed for the perusal of the Commit- tee and public, giving detailed account of money received and to whom paid .out. A wounded soldier was in the office the other day. He was not com- municative to his pal, an old Amman player, as to how he received his wounds, his conversation turning on cold feet and frostbite in the trenches. He went on to say that his rum rations helped to prevent it, as he drank one- half and poured the other into his boots. Which seems to prove that f fit ^even a wise man, in opening his ■ ^J^riouth, sometimes puts his foot in it. A complimentary concert was held Jj ,at Calfaria Chapel, on Monday night, .1:)tC Priv. Robert Mullms, who is home on leave, having been out at the Front JT. A for over 18 months. Previous to en- hstment, Priv. Mulhns was working as a plate layer in Garnant, on the G.W.R. The Rev. T. R. Jones presided, and all local artistes took part. Space won't allow names on this occasion. Mr. Phillips, station- master, presented the proceeds to Priv. Mullms. The local secretaries of the col- lieries and tinworks could do good ser- vice to the Soldiers' and Sailors' Fund Committee, by ascertaining the num- ber that has joined the Army from each works, and sending names and addresses to the secretary or treasurer. The collectors from the outsiders could do the same, a-id this would be a great guide to the treasurer when pay- ing out, as we can't expect him to know everybody who claims the ii. This will be a safeguard for our funds in the future, against unjustified claims. » We always thought that the funda- mental principle of a Chamber of Trade was protection for the public, and not exploitation of the public. The ways of this Chamber of Tradii is the latter, and not the former, as everything possible has been done to try to ccmpe! a business man in the p!ace to increase his prices in accord- ance with theirs, knowing as they do that this pe-son is satisfied with his present profits. If this little game will not end soon, we w 11 find ways aid me:'tns to end it. Ai I the Huns are not yet interned. A grand wedding was solemnised at the Registry Office, Pontardawe, on Saturday, between Mr. Oliver Griffiths, Lower Brynamman, and Miss Olivia Rees, daughter of Mrs. Rees, nurse, Upper Bank. The bride was given away by her cousin, Mr. J. Rees, Twyn, while Miss Eleanor Griffiths (sister of the bridegroom) and Miss Eleanor Davies, Stepney Road (cousin of bride), arted as bridesmaids. The best man was Mr. Sidney Powell. After the wedding, they left Pontardawe in a motor-car for their honeymoon. We wish them a long life and a happy one. A grand reception concert was held at Stepney Hall, on Wednesday night, to Priv. Edgar Jones, who was home on leave from France. Mr. Thos. Morgan, near Post Office, pre- sided, and an excellent programme was gone through by the following artistes: —Mr. Owen Morgan, Miss M. A. Evans, Mr. John Evans, Miss Miriam Evans, Mr. Joseph Griffiths, Miss Blodwen Rees, Madame Blodwen Jones-Davies, and Mr. John Jones. The Rev. J. Edryd Jones presented Priv. Jones with a book, on behalf of Bethel, where he was a member, and a purse of gold, the proceeds of the concert. Mr. J. Morgan, A.L.C.M., was the accompanist. A complimentary concert was held at Stepney Hall, on Friday night, to Priv. Tommy Smith, who was home on a very short leave from the Front. Priv. Smith was well known as an old Amman United half-back. Previous to enlisting he was employed as a col- lier at the Raven Colliery. Mr. Bob Edwards presided, and a good pro- gramme was gone through by the fol- lowing artistes:—Mr. Bertie Bowen, Miss Jenny Evans, Mr. Tom Walters, Miss Eva Cook, Mr. Morgan Roberts, Miss Lizzie James, Mr. Griff. Lewis, Miss Dora Evans, Mr. Willie Davies, Miss Christiana Cook, and Mr. Joseph Ellis. Mr. John Michael, chairman, Raven Colliery, presented Priv. Smith with the proceeds of the concert, which was a good sum. Mr. John Morgans, A.L.C.M., was the accom- panist. A large number of the Blaen-cae-j gurwen Colliery workmen are seeking employment at Garnant at present, having been drawn out at the above, o We now understan d that the Seniority Rule of the District has been abolished, and that the boys have been employed so as to repl ace the men who are on the road. This is a bit off. We wonder if the representation to London has anything to do with it; or is it the fact that the money made on the boys of 18 and over, by filling the stint and paying the 4s. 7d., instead of dividing up according to custom, has been enjoyed. Don't allow a few shillings in your pockets to rule your heads, boys. Where are the gallop- ing speakers who consider themselves suph authorities on this District, and allow this important custom to be trodden upon.
Brynamman "Buffaloes."
Brynamman "Buffaloes." The Tregeyb Arms Hotel, Cwm- garw Road, Brynamman, was the scene of an excellent feast last Satur- day evening. It ovas the occasion of* the first banquet held by the Tregeyb Lodge, and turned out one of the most successful functions of its kind ever held in the vicinity. There were over fifty guests, and each one did real justice to the excellent faTe prepared by the hostess, Mrs. Lewis, who, assisted by an efficient staff of affable and active ladies, steered the event most successfully from beginning to end. Smilingly waiting at the tables were Mrs. D. Morgan, Miss S. A. Lewis, Miss Maggie Evans, Miss Winifred Morgan, Miss Annie Mor- gan, Miss Maggie Morgan, while Mrs. Evans, Mrs. Morgans, and Miss Myfanwy Morgan conducted affairs at the kitchen. Mr. David Jones, Nanty- melyn, acted as carver, and was kept fully occupied at his post. Mrs. Lewis, proprietress, supervised the whole. It might be added here that Mrs. Lewis is the hon. treasurer of the lodge, and Bro. Johnny James hon. secretary. It is a branch of the Swan- sea Province of the R.A.O.B., and is a most flourishing one, each official and member having its welfare at heart. After the tables were relieved of their burden, the space was cleared for a, musical feast. Bro. H. Beanland, K.O.M., K. G. H., presided over a strong assembly, and, armed with a splendid list of items, he embarked upon the mental dessert. Bro. Ted Moses opened with a fine selection on the pianoforte. Solos were rendered in an entertaining manner by Bros. Dan Moses, J. Oram, C.P., Bro. E. Price, Thomas, Bro. J. W. Lewis, duet, Bros. John Rees and Billo Williams, C.P.; songs, Bro. H. Elliott, C.P., Bro. R. M. Davies, Bro. W. J. Thomas, K.O.M., Bro. John Rees, Bro. W. T. Morgan, Bro. Ted Moses; trio, Bros. Billo Williams, C.P., D. Williams, and J. W. Lewis. j During an interval in the proceed- ings, Bro. W. J. Thomas, K.O.M., proposed the toast of the evening to the worthy hostess, Mrs. Lewis, coupled with a hearty vote of thanks for the excellent repast they had just partaken of; also to the ladies who had rendered such valuable services on the occasion. He also referred to the assistance rendered to the lodge by Bro. Beanland, K.O.M., K.G.H., who was invariably prepared to give a helping hand whenever asked for, and that willingly and ungrudgingly. Bro. Beanland responded in his usual lucid and pointed style. Bro. Evan Moses, C.P., also wished to give the visitors a vote of thanks for their presence, which enhanced mat- ters considerably. Bro. Tom Davies, C.P., seconded, and it was carried with acclamation. Bro. Billo Williams deserves credit for his great activity in connection with the concert. Not only had he ably accompanied several singers, but also had participated in a trio and duet. Mr. Ted Moses also had praises for presiding at the piano. The Committee were accorded a rousing vote of thanks for the business- like manner they had conducted the arrangements.
Our Poultry Column.
Our Poultry Column. SEASONABLE TOPICS. However much we may dislike the cold weather, it has to come, and we must just make the best of it. In some parts of the country they hardly see any snow, and yet in the North there is often three or four feet, which lasts for some weeks. The poultry keepers in these districts often work at great disadvantage to the Southern man, be- cause of these climatic conditions. But when birds are hatched in hardy situa- tions, and brought up in trying cir- cumstances, they make the best breeders, and will stand more rough treatment later on. There is much for the poultry breeder to do now, and he must crowd a lot of work into a short time, though in a few weeks we shall soon see a lengthening of the days. No matter what the weather, fowls must have food and water, otherwise they cannot keep well long, and then the house must be kept perfectly dry. All fowls should have a house in which they can be kept all day and every day when it is wet and cold, or when the snow is on the ground. It is funny to watch a flock of pullets seeing snow for the first time; they don't-care to step in it, but usuaHy try to fly over it, which ends in them settling down in a big heap, and with their wings make a big flutter and try to blow it away.- But if eggs are wanted the birds should not be let out, because the snow will make them damp, and this is wrong entirely for egg production. It is abso- lutely essential that the birds and house be kept quite dry if they are wanted to lay, and the exercise which they need can be had by scratching about the litter on the floor. Some folk like a big house in which they can roost, with a dropping board under the perches, and then the floor left free for exercise; but others prefer a house for roosting, and a separate run which they can use for all exercise. Personally, I like the latter, although it is not quite the regulation idea of intensives, where the one house has to do for the whole lot. With the extra run there is more room and more change, and though the run may be used for exercise the nest boxes can be put in the house, which is quiet and just suited to all birds which feel like laying. Most of the big intensive houses where the inside is divided into sections are raised from the ground two or three feet, and this prevents any moisture rising up from the ground, thus with a sound roof the floor can be easily kept dry. The smaller houses are usually stood on the ground, and though they may have a floor, the wet can strike up, which, though not making the inside wet, soon makes the litter damp, and then it cakes on the floor and cannot be scratched about. Some- times there is no floor to the house, and then the inside must be .filled up so that the water is kept away from the house, and, where possible, use con- crete for the floor, on which the litter can be put, for then this will be per- fectly dry. Everyone now should be getting on with the hatching. You must not leave it later, and then expect to raise a lot of chickens. There is no time like the present, and if you want some early stock the yougnsters should be running about very soon now. Already there are good reports of chickens about, and some were hatched during the first week of the year. Of course, if you have no eggs down now you cannot raise January chickens, because of the twenty-one days for hatching. Still, don't delay longer, but begin to set the hens or start the incubator and get on with the work, for all foodstuffs will be badly needed later on. Those who have early broods out should just take care to protect them from the cold rains and hard winds. The actual cold will not hurt, because the hen can keep them warm, only the lfoor and birds must be kept quite dry. Where possible, put the coops under an open shed where they can face the morning sun, but where they will miss the wind and rain. Another thing, never crowd the hen so early in the season. If she has eight, plenty; but with more there is the fear that from a few cold nights some will get chilled, and then not recover. Leave the hen" with them at least eight weeks at this time of the year; the youngsters will grow faster, and the hen will soon come to lay.
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[ We wish our 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.]
Brynamman Eisteddfod.
Brynamman Eisteddfod. In every respect the competitive meeting held at Bethania, Rhos- amman, on Saturday, was a success. The competitions were numerous and keen, and of a pretty high standard altogether. The officials were the following gentlemen:—Chairman, Mr. Willie Owen; secretary, Mr. Evan Evans; treasurer, Mr. Griff. Williams; musical adjudicator, Mr. D. W. Jones, A.V.C.M., Cwmllynfell literary, Mr. Oliver Edwards, Bryn- amman; accompanist, Mr. Tom Wat- kyn Jones, Rhosamman. Appended are the awards:— Recitation under 12, Neb ond lesu" (10 competitors): 1st, Bessie Jones, Brynamman; 2nd, Tydwen Williams, Brynamman. Recitation under 16, Nid dyma' r ffordd i' r Nefoedd (5 competitors): 1st, Rachel Mary Jones, Glanamman; 2nd divided between Gwydferch Gwrhyd" and H. M. Bowen, Bryn- amman. Open recitation, Y Dedwydd Dri (5 competitors): Prize divided between Misses Rachel M. Jones, Glanamman, and Bessie Roderick, Brynamman. Solo under 12, "Clyivaf Swn Cawodydd (6 competitors) 1st divided between Bessie Jones, Bryn- amman, and Ira James, Brynamman; 2nd, Willie Williams, Pia, Bryn- amman. Solo for girls under 16, Dim ond Iesu" (4 competitors): 1st, H. M. Jones, Brynamman; 2nd, Mary Adelaide Evans, Brynamman. Solo for boys under 16, P'le mae y Naw?" (5 competitors): 1st, Freddie Jones, Brynamman; 2nd, Glyndwr Pia Williams, Brynamman. Bass solo, Boed Ysbryd ein Cyn- dadau (4 competitors) Prize divided between Oliver Jones and James Hopkins, Brynamman. Soprano solo, Yr Eneth Ddall (4 competitors) Madame Esther Nedhall, Brynamman. Best octette: Mr. Wm. Hicks and party, Bethania, Rhosamman, who re- funded the prize to the committee. There was a large crowd of listeners, who enjoyed an instructive evening of song and recitation.
Pit "Comb-out" Suspended.…
Pit "Comb-out" Suspended. I MEDICAL EXAMINATION TO CONTINUE. The Home Secretary (Sir George Cave) has yielded to the representa- tions made to him by the South Wales Miners Federation and the South Wales Coalowners' Association to sus- pend the new Order for the comb- out of the mines of certain workers for the Army. For the present, there- fore, the comb-out is arrested, although the travelling Medical Boards will continue their examination of the men at the pits. Both the miners' leaders and the coalowners in their representations to the Home Secretary appealed that the new Order should first be the subject of a conference, and already Sir Geo. Cave has made arrangements to meet the Executive of the Miners' Federa- tion of Great Britain to discuss the position. I
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A remarkable story was told at the Southampton County Police Court, on Monday, when William Edgar Dean, an Eastleigh butcher, was summoned for cruelty to twenty pigs. It was stated that the animals were left for forty hours in a railway truck without food or water. Becoming maddened, they fought amongst themselves, and so maimed each other that they had to be destroyed. Defendant was fined 12 and costs. German Aims .-A new issue by Messrs. Raphael Tuck and Sons is a set of Oilette" Postcards. This is a series of six remarkably effective designs entitled Aesop' s Fables Up- to-Date," reproduced direct from the large oil paintings by the celebrated Spanish artist, Francisco Sancha, in which he exposes the German aims in relation to the Great War. Editions of this set of postcards, which will become classic, are also issued in various languages, and their circulation will doubtless assist in bringing home to the minds of all allied and neutral countries the vital necessity of thwart- ing once and for all the aims of the authors of this terrible war. Long service seems to be a charac- istic among officials of places of wor- ship in Wales. The Methodist chapel at iVIyddfai, Llandovery, is a case :n point. Dr. Thomas, the pastor, has been minister for 54 vears. Mr. Thos. Jones, senr., Liwynmeredith. has been deacon for 60 years, and Mr. John Owen, Y nysucha, has filled the office of secretary for 43 years.
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