The Cambria Daily Leader

v- w 0 tells « Story." Unwise  Living ^MHh! Weakens the Kidneys AN overload of xn-ioacid ht the blood is a bad thing. Some people produce nric-acid twice as fast as others. It comes in two ways— partly from meat and other strong foods, partly from usinsr up of body tissues during exertion. Uric acid victims are rheumatic, ner- vous, cross, suspicious, headachy, dizzy at times, or racked with sudden, queer pains. They grow old too fast, and in time develop heart trouble, gratsel, har- dened arteries, dropsy or incurable kidney disease. Take warning at the first sign of uric acid trouble. Eat little meat and not too much of any food. Drink milk and water. Exercise, rest and sleep more. Use Doan's Backache Kidney Pills to repair the weakened kidneya I and help them to filter the uric poisons from the Blood. You have here an honest Swansea opinion as to how Doan's Pills can help. What oould be more convincing? Send for Free Book on "Moderatton, Cheerfulness, and Other Long Life Laws." Swansea Evidence. On May 24, 1909, Mr. D. Dav-ies, of 112, St. HelenVaveaue, Swansea, said:-VI was troubled with kidney complaint for five years, and pains in the back caught me so suddenly that I have often felt I should drop. There was also some urinary disorder, but I did not seem to be able to get any relief until I used Doan's backache kid- ney pills. I found they were just what I needed, for it was not long before my back was well and the urinary disorder was corrected. I always keep a box of Doan's pills in the house. (Signed) r* D. Da vies." On March 1st, 1916-nearly seven years later-Mr. Davies said :_u I csumot po&- sibly praise Doan's pills too much after my seven or eight years' experience of them. They cured me, and there has been very lit-tlou complain of in that way since." Be sure you ask for Doangs and get ooan,s-th.2 PiHs Mr. Davies had. Doans A PILLS I All dealers, or 319 a box. from Fost'.r-McCMlan Co.. 8, Wells st., Oxford Street. London. W. LAU R E L GREEN P  I Sanitary Paper 131inds s I To comply with Lighting ?'??B || Restriction Order from 3'do ?g ? Sizes from 72 x 32 to 48 ins. wide. 1 H Can also be supplied 72 ins. wide to any length, 8 for. Warehouse, Church or Public Buildings. 3 H Special Terms to the Trade. |j ? —— ?' I I DECORATORS' SUPPLY CO., LTD. 1 SWANSEA. I WHEN YOU BUY A PIANO HAVE THE BEST THOMPSON" SHACKELL, LTD., Inrite Inspection of their Splendid Stock of BRITISH-MADE PIANOS OF WORLD-WIDE FAME Including Instruments by the following Celebrated Makers:— JOHN BRINSMEAD & SONS, J. & J. HOPKINSON, AJELLO & SONS, MOORE & MOOHE, CRAMER & CO., CHALLEN & SONS, J. H. CROWLEY, BROADWOOO PLAYER-PIANOS, JUSTIN BROWNE, COLLARD & COLLARD. And Others Too Numerous to Mention. Unsurpassed for Tone, Touch. and Eleganoe of Design. All pianos warranted and exchanged if not approved. Full value allcywed for Old Pianos in exchange. 39 Castle S?eet, Swansea  39, Castie Street, Swansea.ar.d fi-outfi Wales. j 39, Castle Street, Swarisea. ard South Wales. c* *♦" *y*t* *•* *•* *♦*y** ♦* *♦* "♦* *«' ''»* *»* *— *»* *•* °** I   t?L?Mi'ia???a!?ki!C ? iaU?w i ?  I Suitablé for f .1 i ♦> Y   ?y '?? ? ❖ I Xmas Presents. 1 ? _— —————?_ t ♦♦♦ ❖ Jftfl ? Furnish Your Home at the Noted House I ???? Fupnishepr | FOR I Cash op Easy Payments. I Cash OP Eaev Paymerits ? We hold a Grand Selection of Fancy C??, ? Tables, Ornaments, Children's Chairs ??? ❖ Toy Pr?w?, ?M??/? /or ???? Pr??M?. •> Toy Prams, suitable for Xmas Presents. ? Our Furniture Value sets you thinking how much you can save. Bedroom Suites, Drawing Room Suites, ❖ Bedsteads and Bedding in great variety. <& ♦> •» ❖ Remember—we guarantee COW?/?? .M?/?C?OM. ——————— v + Why not a Home of your own ? We can supply it on easy terms. t ASK FOR CATALOGUE. V + — t> Haft the A<MrM<— ?' ? JO?ES & !?ORG?M | ❖ 238, 7 Oxford Street ?❖ ? 23S? Oxfopd Stpeat  ? (Opposite Empire), SWANSEA. Z ❖ 11 ■ ■'—• I -).

A BIT 0F HISTORY. 1 The Story of a Swansea Valley Place Name. A few day? ago, there was dssoed a Gov- ernment publication which had a reference to Colbren, the tiny village diitua-ted 'high on the bleak moosre at the junction of the Swaneea and Dulaia Valleys. The chief point of interest in the reference, however, was the fact that the name of the village was not spelt Golbren," but a Coelbren," a fact which seems to invite some com- ment. livery Welshman knows that in Cymric, the word Colbren is meaningless. It signifies noithiag. The villagers have long realised this fact, and about two years ago efforts were made to trace the source from which the name had sprung. On the one hand some people held that the original name of bhe village was Glynllech, for it stands on the ancient Cflynlleoh estate ot the Price family. Bui it was argued, on the other Land, that the hamlet had pre- viously been known as Coelbren. Now the insertion of the first U e" makes all the difference in the world to the name. Coelbren :is good Welsh; it can be inter- preted as nitlaning the casting of lots. There was grood ground for assuming that this was the origin-al name of the village, j inasmuch as it. has kmg been held that this device was adopted for the selection of the site cf the village church, and it was ultimately decided to ask the authori- ties to allow the name to be so changed. The Government announcement re- ferred to at the outset wouM seem to indi- cate that the request has been accled to, and probably the station, poAt office, etc., will be accordingly. It is particu- larly interesting tha.t this victory for Welsh philology should have been secured at Coelbren, for it is one of the most ancient spots for many mile3 around. Xear at haoid the remains of a. Roman settle- ment. The church is one of the oldest ia West Wales (dating back to the thir- teenth century), and its living is one of the M.Sot lucrative. The very fine Henrhys Falls, on the Biver Ileob" are about half a mile from the village.

Jfmnerous entries Morrieton Eisteddfod, I Boxing Day. 10.30 a.m.

THE COLUMBIAN. I Germany's Reasons for Her Sinking. (Admiralty, per Wireless Press.) German AVireleas to German Embassy. Washington, Tuesday.—The German Note about the American steamer Colum- bian was handed to the United States Charge d'Affairs in Berlin to-day. The Note states that when the Colum- bian was intercepted by a German sub- marine she had, judging from her course, come from an English or French port, and on account of the wooden boxes on her deck seemed to have landed horses there, which Y.-as absolute contraband of war. On account of the difficulty of mak- ing boats come to the submarine in heavy eea the commander of the submarine abandoned the idea of inspecting the sjiip's papers, and signalled, You are .dismissed." The steamer then resumed her former course. Later it was reported to the commander of the submarine by his own wireless: (station that since submerging wireless messages from the American steamer had been read, which besides the distress sig- nal S.O.S." also included in English reports about the submarine such as submarine cruising round us," and the position of the submarine. Thereupon the submarine returned and stopped tl-ei steamer a second time and ordered her t to cruise in company. This was done during the night, and in the morning and in bettor weather the commander in- spected the ship's papers and then de- cided to sink the ship on account of ¡ rendering assistance to the enemy. Her crew were transferred with the crew of the Norwegian steamer Balto to the Norwegian steamer Vaeringer, and [ conveyed therein to the Spanish port of Camarinas. From statements made about the above, the conduct of the crew of the submarine, says the Note, appears fully justified, for the Columbian by sending I wireless reports about the position of the j submarine, which apparently were meantJ to call hostile eea forces to the spot, had voluntarily put herself into the service of hostHe defence against submarines, &nd i had therefore taken an immediate part jin hostile actions. While inspecting the ship's papers the German commander further ascertained that the Columbian had 4,900 tons of steel plates on board; also copper, potash, motor '.vhecjf, and parts of machines. The steel platfcs twere absolutely contraband, eo also tjie copper. As the ship was bound for Genoa, which is an Italian land and | sea fortress aud the basis of operations and i-provisionin- of Italian land and sea I f()r, judicial presumption of hostile destination alao existed for that part of the cargo which was only relative con- traband. The Note then adds that the com- 'mander's report was transmitted to the Prize Court at Hamburg, which will de- Icide about the legality of the measures i taken. Americans interested in the ship end cargo are therefore invited to bring heforc the Prize Court whatever claims I th.Y consider they have.

XMAS SHOPPING ATTRACTIVE NOVELTIES IN SWANSEA HOUSES LEWIS LEWIS AND CO. Lewis Lewis' showrooms are replete with suitable goods for useful Xmas gifts, and have an excellent display. In catering for ladies, their showrooms are well stocked with black fox, squirrel, wolf, etc., furs. Blouses in large variety in crepe-cle-cnine, Jap silk, white and coloured voile, etc. There is also a large stock of ladies umbrellas, gold and silver- ,mounted, silk knitted scarves, laces, rib- bone, gloves, handkerchiefs, 6atchets, and fancy hosiery. As valuable Christmas presents the large and fine selection of ladies' bags are very attra-ctive. The gent/a department is also well stocked with ties, collars, military raincoats and overcoats of various cloths. For our heroes overseas there are woollen hel- mets, Cardigan jackets, handkerchiefs i and. scarves which, would be much ap-I predated by the Tommies. ALABASTER AND CO. Messrs. Alabaster and Co., who have their premises in Castle-sitreet, and who are noted as the "City taiaors," have a large and varied stock in all :the latest fashions of gent:5 suits and ladies' cos- tumes of the very best quality. Pur- chasers are sure to be pleased and have the best attention paid them. Their suits are made to perfection as also are the costumes. D. M. LEWIS AND CO., LTD. For men?s wear a visit to D. M. Lewis and Co., Ltd., would pay all buyers during this season. The firm make a speciality of men's and boys' overoodts | and suits for winter wear. The styles are of the newest kind, and the material guaranteed for wear. Here customers may find large stocks of all kinds of wear for men and boys. Collars, ties, hats, and velors in great variety and at moderate prices. The whole of the stock is of the newest 6tyle and patterns, and a visit to this establishment, where a personal in- spection can be made, would ensure the utmost satisfaction. DECORATORS SUPPLY CO. The Decorators Supply Co., Ltd., Swan- sea, have now in stock a large number of laurel green sanitary paper blinds to com- ply with the Lighting Restriction Order. Thecse blinds, sizes ranging from 72 x 32 to 48 ins. wide, can be obtained from 3-. They also have these blinds to fit ware- houses. churches, or any public buildings. KENDALL. J When you buy an umbrella be sure to have a Kendall one, which can be ob- tained from 26, Castle Buildings. An um- brella is an ideal Christmas present, and the prices at Kendall's which range from Is. lid. to three guineas, will suit every- body's pocket. It does not matter whether you pay a large or a small sum of money the umbrella is sure to pleaae. WOODWARD. I Delicious Welsh ham and bacon, boiled hame, pressed beef, ox tongue, cheek and tongue, pork pies, saveloys- and polonies. e tc., can be obtained at the noted estab- lishment of Woodward's, purveyor, High- street. Mumbles brawn also, which pro- vides a very tasty meal, is on sale. Owing to the war there is np special Christmas show, but the establishment well maintain the excellent quality of all its goods. W. H. QUICKE AND CO. I W. H. Quicke and Co., at their well- known establishment in 19, Dillwyn-street, have a large assortment of fancy leather goods of all descriptions which will make suitable presents for Christmas. Those goods, which are of the best quality, are offered at the lowest prices, and include suit cases, dressing cases, service cases, pocket wallets, ladies' hand bags. cigar and cigarette cases, and many others. DANN AND CO. Messrs. Dann and Co. have this year oocureda fine and va-rie-d general stock oi men's outfitting at their noted establish- ment in Wind-street, and anyone who wants good quality at the lowest prices, would do well to pay a visit to these pre- j mises. The public are sure to be pleased and toreoolve the most courteous atton- tion. ■ ■ ■—1

MUNICIPAL SCHOOL MAGAZINE. The Swansea Municipal Secondary School Magazine for December is quite up to the usual standard in point of literary merit and interest. We are in- formed, through the editorial notes, that the war has claimed the lives of three I more old boys:—Lieut. Arthur E. Jenkins, Sec.-lieut. Cecil Ll. Davies, and Corpl. A. O. Reee; that a lady teacher had been in- stalled in place of one of the soldier masters; and that women now carry in sacks of coal-a fact that will be m-uch ap- preciated by old scholars to learn that the I old college fires are kept burning. There are several reports of sports held in con- nection with the various forms, and the general get up of the magazine reflects the j greatest credit on the editors Mr. T. J. James and Miss Thorp.

 I mi. Beede Jones, of the Boyal Oper?. I O&veDt .G?.rd?n. and Boyal Albert Hall Oon- OETW, at TabeamaclD, Morriaten, Boxing Night, 7.30.

r HOLIDAY FOOTBALL. I Rubber Game Between I Wales and New Zealand. TwO great holiday crowds are certain, to corns to Swansea next Saturday after- noon and also on Boxing Day to witness the big Soccer and Rugby matches ar- ranged at St. Helen's for a local War Prisoners' Fund. On Saturday afternoon, at 2.30, the Royal Flying Corps, from Faraborough, will be opposed to a very strong Welsh eleven, and a great struggle is confidently anticipated. A glance at the names of the players, given below, will oon vince anyone that a real treat is as- sured. Here are the teams:- ROYAL FLYING CORPS.-Smith (Manchester City); Kempton (Woolwich Arsenal) and Maoonnachie (Evarton); Bettridge (Chelsea), Baberstock (Bolton Wanderers), and Russell (Fulham); Crab- tree (Wolves), Jennings (Bolton Wan- derers), H. Ford (Chelsea), Jefferson (Swin- don), Freeman (Qhelsea), Walters (Oldham Athletic), Handley (Bradford City), and •Smith (Third Lanark). WALES.—R. Ward (Mid-Rhocddah J. Hewitt (Chelsea and Swansea. Town) and C. Britton (Tottenham and Cardiff City); C. Gimblett (Bolton Wanderers), W. Ball (Stoke and Swansea), a.nd G. Hardy (Car- diff City); C. Beare (Everton and Cardiff City), E. Jones (Bolton Wandei-ers), J. Weir (Fulham and Swansea), 1. Brown (Tottenham and Swansea), and E. T. Vizard (Bolton Wanderers). Referee: Séigt. Bamblett (English Cup referee). THE "RUBBER" GAME. I On Boxing Day the New Zealand team will be here for their third ge, and as the "All Blacks" and South Wales have each won a game, the tussle on Tuesday afternoon will be for the rubber." The New Zealanders have nine internationals in their team, and are ooming down on Thursday evening. They are determined to win, but will have their hands full, be- cause the Welsh side includes eight Welsh Internationals, and the selection could hardly have been improved upon. Every man chosen in the Welsh fifteen has definitely promised to play, and the teams will be finally chosen from tha jiollpwing: NEW ZEALAND.—Back, W. Watson; three-quai-ters, G. Loveridge, A Evanson and J. O'Brien; half-backs, J. McDougall and A. S. Jeffs; five-eights, E. Roberts; forwards, P. Sheehan, E. Hughes, A. C. Hall, J. West, W. Lerick, T. Langford, Sell-ars and L. V. Latimer. WALES.—Back, J. Bancroft; three- quarters, Lieut. Dunn (Oxford and New- port), Spr. Reg. Plummer, Tom Evans (Cardiff), and Lieut. Hill (Neath and R.F.C.); halves, Pte. J. Griffiths (Swan- sea). and Spr. F. Birt; forwards, Glyn Stephens, T. C. Lloyd, Mog IJpyd (NTeaTh), T. Williams, T. Parker, H. Uzzell, Percy Jones, T. Poneford, W. Hopkins, 7. Jones, Anthony Evans, and Huddlestone. The kick-off on both days will be at 2.30, and both matches are to be played at St. Helen's. A London referee has been selected for the Rugby match.

Interesting Clampotatione-Vocal and In- strumental, MorrWon Eieteddfod, Boxing Day, commencing 10..30 am.

DR. CREIGHTON I Workhouse Medical Officer 1 Withdraws His Resignation. At a meeting of the Tawe Lodge Visit- ing Committee, held at the institution on Wednesday afternoon, Dr. J. S. CTeaghton, resident medical officer, withdrew his re- signation. which he tendered recently as the result of certain statements made at the Board meeting, which he considered were a reflection upon his honour. Mr. A. Ball stated he was extremely pleased to hear that the doctor had acted in this manner, and was glad that matters were now being settled amicably. Dr. Creighton, who is very popular amongst the patients at Tawe Lodge, and has earned many a tribute professionally, had been asked to reconsider his decision to resign *by the Visiting Committee, and his determination to stay has now been received with great pleasure by the com- mittee.

I COAL FOR ALLIES. I A meeting of representatives of the mining districts of the United Kingdom was held on Wednesday at the Hotel Cecil to discuss questions arising from the schemes for supplying ooal to Italy and France. Consideration was given as to wihether any amendment to the present schemes should be suggested, it being open to anyone to do so, the last day of the month being the time for revision. It was decided, however, not to suggest any amendment at the present time. Amongst those attending were Messrs. Evan Wil- liams and C. E. Cleeves.

t MARMALADE CANCER. I Copenhagen, Wednesday.—A telegram from Hamburg states that a new disease, called marmalade cancer, has made its appearance in Hamburg. Persons at- tacked are mainly children, and about 50 are reported to be dying daily.-Peuter.