Herald of Wales and Monmouthshire Recorder

BIRTHS, MARRIAGES, & DEATHS. THANKS FOR SYMPATHY. RODBRIOK.-MT. Evan Roderick wishes to thank his many kind friends for their letters of sympathy on the death of his wife, and he bees theon to accept thie acknowledgment, a8 it would be impos- sible for him to reply to them all in- dividually. [The name of Miss Cte. Roderick. Owmissa,, was inadvertently omitted from the liet of those preeent at the ftlueral.)

TUBE WORKER'S DEATH i FUNERAL OF A WELL KNOWN MYNYDDBACH RESI DENT The deai/h is announced of Mr. Lowis Samuel, of Llanelly-terraee, Mynydd- bach Deceased was ôó yoars ot a(4' and for the past 15 years had hold tne position of foreman of one of the fitting departments at tlio British Mannos- manu-Tube C-o.'s Works, and was held in the highest respect by both nnisters and employes. He was one of the most faithflll and liberal luejnbers at Mynyddbach Chapel, where li- also acted as deacon. His wife prodecea»sod linn about 18 months x go. The funeral which took place on Tues- day afternoon, W of a large a^I re- presentative c haracter. Tho lievs. James Da vies, B.A., George, Lian- gyfelrch, and 0. J. Owens, Caersalem. took lrt in the service. The former re- ferred to the loss the church had sus- tained by the death of Mr. Sa.muc? whom he regarded as a friend and true Christian. Those who represented the m-usters at the funeral were Messrs. Nicholas and Bell, whilst the various de- partments vere represented by Messrs. D. J. Williams, E. D. Dorms, W. Wil- liams, John HowelLs, Fisher, and Charles Pees The wreaths were from tho British Mannesman Tube Company., em- ployes of the engineering department, and from Datiygraig School Staff, where the deceased's daughter Mi&v Annie Samuel is engaged as cookery mits-ress. The chief mourners were Miss Annie Samuel (daughter), Messrs. David, Willie and Lewis Howel Samuel (sons), Mr. and Mrs. Dd. Harris (Seven Sisters Hotel}: Mr. Wm. Samuel (Oaemawr); Mrs. Griffiths (Tirdounaw)^ Mrs. Evans (Tirdeunaw), Misses EVans, Messrs. Lewis, Silas and George EvansMessrs. Lewis Lewis and Dd. John (Llanelly), Miss M, Da vies (Gowert/on), Mr. Henry Davies (Alltwen); and Miss Cecil Davids, Mi. Richard Da vies, chemist, (Olydach); Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Jones (Penrhiwtyn), Neath); Mr. Willie Jones (Neath); Mr. Riohard Davies and Miss O-Cil Davies (Sinitlblic-ld, Pontardawe); Mr .and Mrs. Will Hopkin (Smithfield, Pontardawe); Mr. and Mrs. Dd. Davies (Colliers Lane. Alltwen); Mr. Howei Davies, and Miss Cecil Davies (Pock Inn. Alltwen); Mr. and Mrs. D. N. Thomas (Post Office. Bryi-hyfryd); Mr. and Mrs. Talog Williams( Dowlais) Mrs. J. John and Miss Maud John (Cefneithrin" Clydaoh); Mr. David Davies (rate collector, Trebanos); Mr. Hexpkiah Davies (Gollvonen); Mr. and Mrs. Henry John and Miss Ruth John (Pontardawe) r Mrs. D. Davies (Victoria Pontardawe); Mr. Esiah Ivewis and Miss Catherine TeAvis (Glais); Mr. Hoji- kin Bowen (Cross Hands, Pontardaw<;); J\1n. T. Williams (Gwyn-streot,'Allt- wen) etc Much sympathy is felt for the chil- dren in their bereavement. Mr. Elias Motrgan wax the under- taker.

COWERTON INSPECTOR. I Inspector David Weeks, of the Glam- organ County Constabulary, stationed at Gowerton, is about to retire on a well-earned pension after He years' meritorious servico in the force. His place will be taken by Merit-sergoant lkes Davies, at present stationed at Trobeirbert. who will be promoted to he rank of inspector, with headquarters at Corse in on. The new inspector is one of the most popular members of the Glamorgan Constabulary. Ho served in South Africa with tho Denbighshire Yeo- manry, being promoted to sergeant- major. Tho "inhabitants of Pontypridd Maosteg and the Garw Valleys retain a high opinion of the excellent manner in which he has discharged his police duties. In his tune he has been a great track runner ajid a footballer. The following promotions are also ahout to take place in the Glamorgan County Constabulary:— Merit-constable Thomas Williams to acting-sergeant at Mumbles. Consrtabl.i David Jones to merit-con- stable at Godre'rgraig (Swansea Val- ley). Constable Ivor Evans to merit-con- stable a.t Aberdulais. s

COWERTON RECLUSE. "11 I The case of Margaret Hicks, the Gowerton Squatter, was again referred to at a meeting of the Hazelly Board of Guardians on Thursday. The Swansea Rural District Council wrote asking the Board to discontinue gr anting re- lief to the old woman, and pointing out that it was not the custom of the Swansea Guardians to relive people who lived in unhabitable dwellings. The Hev. D. Jones (Pembrcy), sug- gested that the matter be deferred till the Gowerton members were present. Mr. W. Pugh said that they had heard a lot about this case for many years. He would like to see the members from Gowerton taking this matter in hand, and trying to induce the old woman, without compulsion, to enter the House. Ho was aware that she had an avers-ioll from entering tho Work- house. Mr. W. B. Jonos SaAC1 tho Board should take steps in the case. It was not right to give the money of the rate- payers under tho circumstances- The guardians by granting relief in this caso were fostering this mode of living. If anything happened to this old woman in this "cottage" did they think the Local Government Board would justify the action of tJJc guardians? They weio doing what was radically wrong and every assistance should be given the Swansea Rural Council. After further discussion it was decided to ask the Gowerton Guardians with the Medical Officer and Relieving Officer, to see the old woman and im- press upon her that unless she came into the HOUSB in the course of a month relief would be discontinued.

"THE SIGN OF THE CROSS" I At the Swansea Grand Theatre. Next week a return visit of Mr. Wm. Greet\s chief company in the great play "The Sign of the Cross" will be made to the Grand Theatre, Swansea. This beautiful production requires no re- commendation at our hands. Suffice it to' say the popular actor. Mr. Charles Barrett, will sustain the part of Marcus Super bus, and the charming actress, Miss Alice Moody, will appear as Mercia. There will be a matineo on Saturday afternoon next at 2.30. Mr. David Hughes, bi Glasfryn, Gowerton, who died on December 11th, left estate of the gross value of L2,314, of which the net personalty has boon sworn it :5:2,281 The testator left £ 50 to his grandson David Morris, thice leaseholds in Sterry-ixxul to his grand- daughter Margaret Jane Turnock; his largest leasehold in M qmt-str, Gowerton, oqually between /his grand- son Richard Morgan and his great- granddaughter Myra Turnoock; two leaseholds in Mount-wtreet to hi;, daughter Ellya Morgan, and one each to his daughter Mary Thomas and his granddaughter Margurot Ann Bevaji. The residue of his property he left to hic: three children, John Hughes, Mary Thomas, and Eliza Morgan in equal shares.

REVIVALIST'S MOTHER I IMPRESSIVE FUNERAL OF MRS. HANNAH HOERTS. Manifold and sincere tokens of regret and respect were evinced, on Wednes- day in the mining village of Loughor, on the occasion or the burial uf Mrs. Hannaii Roberts (tio), mother or the revivalist Evan Roberts, who died on Friday last. It will be recollected that some time ago, when hi« mother was lying seri- ously ill, the revivalist, who for years has been living in retirement at Lei- cester, was implored to go home and see her, but ho refused to see his iamdy, or hold any communication with them. At present lie is recuperating at Bourne- mouth f;cm a spell of iii-hcaith, and, although up to the v1'y. moment of burial it was hod that he would make I an effort to be present at the obsequies, he did not turn up, neither was a wreath or any communication whatever re- ceived from him. The funeral cortege was a large and Impressive one, and all along the route from the house to Moriah Chapel— where the Revival broke out—in the graveyard of which the interment took place, blinds were drawn in the houses. I The Mourners. The mourners were: Mr. Henry I Roberts (husband), Miss Roberts (daughter), Mr. Dan Roberts (son), Miss May Roberts, Mr. and Mrs. David Williams (Loughor), Mr. and Mrs. Dd. Roberts, the Misses SCarah Hannah, Kato and Mirian Williams, grandchil- dren). Mr. Dd. Hy. Roberts, Mr. Emlyn Williams, Mr. and Mrs Rees Hopkins, Mr. and M rs. Sam Marks, Pcntardulais; Mr, a.nd Mrs. Ivor Gabe, Pontardulais, Mis Morse, Pontar- duiais; Misi Edwards, Lltngondirne; Mr. George tHall, MY .and Mrs. John Hall, Mr. Evan IbH and Mr. Fdwin Hall (,Pobtardijla:s); ?)J-r. Evan I Edwards, Gorseinort; Mr. and Mrs. John Thomas, Loughor; Mr. and .Nit-s. Thomas .Roberts, Glanamman; Mr. and Mrs. Griffiths, Garnant; Mr. John Roberts, Tycroes; Mr. John Roberts, Maesteg; Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Williams, Burryport; Mrs. Evans, Burryport; Miss Williams, Burryport; Mr. and Mrs Price, Skewen Mrs. Ed- muds, Pontardulais Mr. John Edwards, Llangendeine; Mr. Sid Dennis, Mr. D1. A. Dennis, and Miss Dennis, Loughor. Members of the Pisgah 1 lanceh of Moriah Chapel acted as pall-bearers. Amongst those present were the fol- lowing:—Revs. E. Watkins, Loughor; D. H. Thomas. Gorseinon: W. Morgan, Brynteg Davies, Loughor R. NNil- liams. Llan; T. Francis, Hendre; Nant- Ilaig Williams, Ammanford; Mr. J. Jones, Gorseinon; R. W. Davies, Pon- Stardulais; Arthur Johnson, Gorseinon; T. Aiban Davies: Gorseinon; J. H. Southall, Swansea: W. T. Davws, Gorseinon: D. Jones, Cry- nant; Mr. Stephen Jeffreys, the evangelist: Rev. W. Roberts, mission- arv, South Africa; Mr. Sa.m. Jenkins, "The Welsh Sankey"), and the Rev. D. Phillips, Tylorstown (author of the biography of Evan Roberts). The Service. Prior to leaving lor the burial-ground, a short Welsh service was conducted at the house by the Rev. Howell J. Davies, pastor of Moriah, assisted by Mr. Sidney Evans. Impressive scenos were witnessed in the chapel and at the graveside. In the chapel, where a memorial service was held, the hymn, "Ar lor tymhostlog teithio 'rwJf" having been sung, the Rev. Nantlais Williams, Ammaiiford, read a portion of Scripture, after which the Rev. D. H. Thomas, Gorseinon, offered prayer. In the course of his supplication the rev. gentleman referred to "the absent son, and asked that "Almighty God would touch his heart so that he might feel that the hearth at Island House was the same as when he called it home." There were Aniens" from all parts of the edifice, and many mem- bers of the congregation wept. Addresses were delivered by the Rev. Hywel J. Davies ^Moriah) and the Rev. Francis (Hebron). The Rev. David Evans (Bridgend), who followed, referred to the revival. "Ten years ago," he said, "people did not pray in funerals, but things have changed since then." A Great Honour. The Rev. D. Phillips, Tylorstown, I said M rs. Hannah Roberts had a great honour conferred upon her. She gave birth to a son whose voice God had heard, and Wales from top to bottom was shaken to its foundations. She was the mother of one whose memory would be cherished until eternity. Say what you will, declared Mr. Phillips, Wales is totally different to what it was previous to 1904. Men who were given to vice now tread the path of righteousness. Many speak of those who had fallen by the way and had returned to their old haunts, but why not speak of those who have gone ahead. Speak of the converts who have stood firm. What revival in history was there in which some did not revert to their old ways? "We have prayed much," said the Rev. Mr. Morrii4, Cwmamman, "to see the absent ton here to-day. May God keep him and carry the message of this funeral to him." The proceedings in the chapel termin- ated with, the singing of Mrs. Roberts's favourite hymn, "Ar ol gofidiau dyrys dai th. At the graveside, after the Rev. Mr. Lt •wis, Lilian',is, Pontardulais, had pes- formed the hist sad rites, "0 fryuiau CaerBalem ceir gweled" wtu; sung, and then the mourners filed prst the grave.

WHITE S PALACE. The turns at Whites Jr-alace tliis week are really very good, especially I/a Belle Hedita, who gives a high-class presentation of dances of all nations, including Spanish dances, skirt dances, French Can-Can, all of which are very gracefully and artistically performed. This is an exceedingly pleasing turn, with beautiful drosses and limelight effects. Vaughan and Gordon also present a romance, comprising dancing, patter, and song, which is very well re- ceived. The pictures are splendid, An Kiko Fate" being unusually brilliant, and Rembrandt colouring, while Tho Comedian's Mask was very dramatic in character. The good audiences have each night heartily shown their appre- ciation of the entertainment provided for them.

COMEDY AND OPERA AT I LLANDILO. On Wednesday and Thursday next there will bo two representations of a comedy in one act, "The Wigwam," and a Celestial comic opera, "The Mandarin," by the Llandilo Amateur Dramatic Society. The performances' are in aid of the funds of the Swansea Hospital and the Llandilo District Nursing Association, and in such a good cause there should he a large audience on each night. Thp music of "Tho Mandarin" is exceedingly pleasing, and the principal parts are taken by well known local vocalists and amateur actors. The comedy has also seine very clover local people showing really good histrionic ability to present it. A very pleasant evening's entertainment may be confidentJjr anticipated.

I MORE LIGHT. QUESTION DISCUSSED Al TYCROES. At the Council School last week, parish mooting was held of the doctor, of that part of the parish of Llanedyj lying to the north of and including Llwynrhos, Waeii-Gellybsraidd, Rhosy- foduen, Greynor-uchat, Greynor 1 sn f,, Lleltynewydd, Clawdd-du, and iron Cwm Geliy Silled along the brook to the River J^oughor. J iie business of tht meeting was to adopt the LigHting an Watching Act, 1833, or as much tliereo. as appertains to lighting for the sait* part 01 the said parish, the chair wa taken by Mr. Wm. Williams, oliairmib of the Parish Council. He referred 1 the last meeting, wherein it was decid' to define a boundary with a view of at opting the Act. Re had received ji* anonymous letter as a result ot th.. meeting, containing base and misioac in, allegations. After disposing ot ttiea in a caustic and effective manner, h called upon the Clerk (Mr. John Jones to read -tho minutes of the last r.-eetinj which were duly confirmed. The buss ness of tile meeting was then proceedo with Mr. Parry, Delfan, said he considered that before formally adopting the Act it would be advisablo to obtain all i.1-J.> proximate c.stimate of the espenfeo 11 euired in lighting up this area. Th lev. er end of the parish, viz, :-Hentl had already a light-ing oohem. and ",11 Clerk- being present, would render th meeting an account of the rate incuriif at Handy. Mr. David Francis, Teghvn, cbjecUJ to this as the meeting was called adopt the Act; and not to enter into dl tails of expense. The chairman: But we are not goin. to adopt the Act with our eyes closed By all means let us have ea-cry ijiforma tion belorc binding ourselves. The Clerk then stated that a.t Hoiki; one half-yearly lighting rato was «.bou in the C, and 'He1. for tho othei half-year. which meant a yearly aver- age of about old The Local District Councillor W. Llewelyn), being present, expiaitcf the action taken by the District Coiw cil on the question of lighting the pop. lous areas in the district, but althou-^ both he and his co-District (Jounoilloi Mr. Thomas, Beuallt, had opposed it that Council had by a majority ot sev-M to five cecided to adopt the Act. Th* District Council, however, had n-tf power to enforce the lighting of tÜ4. areajf the electors in that meeting to- cided to adopt the Act themselves. Mr. David Jones, Garreghoyd, thG proposed that this meeting resolves I adopt that part of the Act which appe tains to lighting. Mr. Rees, Penrhiw, seconded. Before putting the resolution to th raoeting, Messrs. D. Jones and Jona Thomas were appointed as tellers Twenty-seven voted for the motion, which was declared carried. Ten olec tors were neutral.

TALIARIS UNIONIST MEETING Tho annual general meeting of to 4 Taliaris branch of the East Carmarthen shire Conservative and Unionist Atsoci. tion was held last week at the Churc Room. Taliaris. The chair was oocupie by Mr. Herbert Peel, J.P., and tiiel was a record attendance, a number r ladies being also present. The repoi of the work dono in the past year ir,, read by the secretary, whicli sltowe that the brancli. had been most activ in registration uxu-k and in the distrib. tion c-f literature. The commit it t,hanked the agent, Mr T. F. James, it liaving takcll such a keen interest in tit doings of the branch. The registratio. results were most satisfactory. The fo- lowing officers were re-elected for th year: Chairman, Mr. Herbert- Peo J.P.; vice-chairman, Mr. Jacob Pype. The Home Farm; secretary, Mr. Hug D-ivies, The Ixxige whilst Messrs. Thomas, Jacob Pyper, Hugh Davie, and Isaac Lewis vere elected as dcl gates to attend the annual mee?rn* c, the Association. The Chairman thanked all those prc, sent for their enthusiastic su-143cit. H was pleased to find such a large numbe present, and doubtless it was the bcksi meeting ever convened at Tali oris. H him great encouragement to fin» that their organisation was improvin, day hy day.- and that they were bette prepared for an election- than ever the were. He congratulated tho branch or the work done, and said they had sliowi their sympathy with the Uniomst can-, in subscribing each year to the fund or the Association. This terminated fix business of the committee meeting.

EAST CARMARTHEN. Liberal Association Meets at Ammanford. The annual meeting of the East Cai marthen Liberal Association w U6 hel on Saturday afternoon at the Ivoxite. Hail, Ammanford. A large number a representatives from different parts o the were present. Mr David Harry, LiwynJiendy. occupied tha chair. After a stirring address by the-chair- man, Mr. W. B. Jones, Felinfoel, waat elected chairman for the erisuin, year. Mr. John Lewis, Ammanford, was ap* poined honorary secretary, and Mr- David Harry, treasurer. The Execu- tive was authorised to draw out a scheme ror the appointment of a I.Iber4 agent, and to submit same for th approval ot the Association at aJ1 earl meeting. It was resolve dto congratulate Mr J. Gwynne Hughes, J.P. Tregyb, on iiis appointment as Lord-lieutenant, for' the County, and wish him many yeary of health and strength to fill his now sphere of usefulness and honour. 1 The following resolutions were alg- adopted: First, that this Associate ■ expresses its appreciation of the ee ( vices of ite representative, Mr., 1 Towyn Jones, M.P., congratulates hi. on the success of his maiden speech the House of Commons on the Op'iu; Question, and shows its unabated cou" cidence in him as their representative* secondly, expresses its confidence itt. dis Majesty's Government, and urges them to us every endeavour to secnr* the plaeingof the Welsh Disesta.bl:iRh. ment and DiseiKlowment Bill, Homft Rule Bill, and Plural Votnig BtH, on the Statute Book as soon gA possible. Mr. J. Towyn Jones, M.P., in rep^f,j thanked the Association for the vote! of confidence and delivered an etoqnentl speech on the leading and essential questions of the day. The Ivoughborough resolutions on tWo Ed ucation Question were adopted, andt" the chairman and secretary weri heartily thanked for their services duW ing the year.

LLANDEBIE v. AMMANFORD. On Satuiday Llandilo United visited the Cross Inn Field, Ammanford, aaki played the Ammanford "Soccer" teuan. J iie field was very heavy, and owmg to the bad weather there was only a smalt attendance, much beJow expeotattans. The final s-'ore was Anmcaoford 2. QOOib, Llandebic United 1 tfoaJL