Herald of Wales and Monmouthshire Recorder

DYFFRYN. I The aainual vestry was held on Easter Monday, the vicar (Rev. J. C. Thomas) pre- siding, supported by his colleague, the Rev A. B. Davies. Messrs. J. E. Moore-GA-yn and Theodore Gibbins were re-elected vioa/v'# and people's wardens respectively. The sideeaaea of last year were re-appointed with the following additions, viz.; Messrs Stephen Earlc, Benjamin Jones, W. Adams, John Howella, Alfred Prout, Thos. Thoinaf. and Richard Lewia. Mr. J. E. Moore-Gwyn wis also re-appointed lay elector. The state-I of accounts for the past year showed a balance in hand and a record offertojy. which, included substantial contributions to the war relief funds. A parochial com- mittee was formed to meet the requirements of the Dice earn Board of Fina nce. The customary votes of thanks were passed. The attendance at Easter Communion was I highly satisfactory, having regard to the very large number of parishioners serving with the colours.

GWAUN-CAE-GURWEN I AND CWMGORSE. Mr1- D. Thomas and Mies Anme Thomas, I both of WaunJeyislio^ were roamed at the Pontardawe Registry Office. The Rev. T. M. k??Wrick, Tabernacle, Cwmgorse, was the chief gu?&t at the i Y.M.CA. annual breaMast. The rev- gent?man delivered an edifying addre&s on "National Ideals." Operations in connection with the Rifle ( Range hav.> commenced. A large number j attpnded for practice 1h? members are 1 full of enthusiasm, and hope that all who can possibly do so will join. The bridge over the Gors near the Howard Park has long been an eye-sore to the Cwmgorse residents, owing to its much dilapidated state, but we have every reason to believe that the grievance will in the near future lie redressed. Mrs. Jones, wife of Mr. John Jones, Pen-y-Mynydd, Cwmgorse, was interred at the Old Carmel cemetery last week. The Revs. Thos. Roderick (Tabernacle), Roderick (Rhiwfawr), a.nd E. Davies officiating. Deceased was 77 years of age. The interement of Mr. Dd. Bowen, Pen- v-Bryniau, Cwmgorse, took place last week at the Old Carmel cemetery, the Revs. Thomas Roderick (Tabernacle), Roderick (Rhiwfawr), J. Thomas (Scion), and B. D. Davies (Carmel), offi- ciating. Deceased was 78 years of age. Lance-Corpora 1 Noah Davies, of the Motor Corps, has paid a short visit to his home at Cwmgorse. He is at present giv- ing instruction to a large number of recruits at Bath, but hopes before long to be sent over to "somewhere" in France. A serious lire occurred at the workshop of Messrs. Morgan Bros., contractors, Cwmgorse. last Monday, morning. Valu- able machinery, tools, and a big stock of timber were totally destroyed, and the building gutted. It is estimated that the damage amounted to about MM. At the Tairgwaith Council School, Miss Millicent Jones, headmistress of the in- fants' department, was made the recipient of a handsome marble clock on the oc- casion of her marriage, by the residents of Tairgwaith as a token of deep respect and for her valuable services for the past 11 years. At the prize distribution at the Ystaly- fera County School, the following local scholars were awarded prizes: Miss R. Williams, Brycethin Farm (English, science, languages, Welsh); Miss Degenia Jones* Waurleyshon (languages), Miss Dora Swainson, Post Office (mathcmatics) an Master Badeth Evans, The Shop (mathematics). A bachelors' tea was held last Tuesday evening at Siloh vestry, under the aus- pices of tho Cur wen branch of the LO.G.T. Interesting items were given during the intervals by the followil3g; Master Edwin Goronwy Butt, Bro. W. H. Jones, Bro. Robert Roberts (Garnant); and Bro. Idris Smith. The "best wit" competition was nujeh enjoyed, the prize going to Bro. P. J. Reos, Tairgwaith. The result of the recent examination in ambulance, held under the Glamorgan Education Committee., has come to hand, andth successes reficetoo great credit on their popular instructor, Dr. Rees. The awards are as follow:—1st certificates: Da-id Daniel, David Edwards, Thomas Price, William James, David John Isaac, Morgan Morgan, John Jenkins, Eynon Grifliths, Henry Llewelyn Davies, Harry James; vouchers: Tom imrod Jones, Thomas H. Trotman, John Lloyd Morgan Evan Bassett, William Prke, Henry Mor- gan, M.E. medallions; William Renow. den, W. J. Davies, William Davies. At a general meeting in connection with the Public Hall, Mr. W. Evans presiding, the secretary, Mr. W. D. Evans, read the balance sheet, which was afterwards ac- cepted unanimously. Mr. David Daniel, M.E., inquired of the secretary what the committee intended doing with the port- able building bought from idr. Sidney White. Ammanford. Mr. Evans, in reply, said that their intention was to turn it into a substantial billiard room, but owing to financial difficulties, they were prevented from doing so at present. Last year's committee were re-elected, and the following were elected as additional com- mittee men: Mr. David Morris and Mr. Harrv Woodward, for Tairgwaith; Rev. T. M. Roderick and Mr. W. J. Davies, for Cwmgorse; Mr. W. Evans and Dr. Rees. for Gwaun-cae-Gurwen, and Mr. Evan Price and Mr. T. J. Thomas, for Waua- leyshcn. At the quarterly'meeting of the Sunday- school held at Tabernacle, the following took past: Recitations. Edith May John, Jane Evans, Morgan Morris, Lucy Ann Jones, Rachel Morgan, Bryn Thomas, Tom Jones, Llew. Thomas. Eryn Morgan, Mel- ville Sutton, David Tom Morgan, An- gliarad Jones, Elsie May Owen. Bronis OWØD. Bessie Arnold, W. J. Williams, Annie Hopkin. Willie Jones,, Nancy Mor- gan, Lillie May Jones, John M. Jones, Beatrice Jones, Sallie Mav Morgan. Maggie May Morris, Jennie Ware: Ceinr wen Jones. M. Owen Watkin. Songs: Miss Maggie Williams, Miss S. E. Jones. Maggie Jones, Florrie Ward, Myfanwy Davies, Ann Janes; choir led by Mary liate Rees; Madame Cooper-Jones and Madame Arcav (a Belgian, who sang in excellent English). Mr. Thomas Howells and Mr. John Griffiths (superintendent of Sunday-school) gave timely and appro- priate addresses. The proceedings were presided over by the minister (Rev. Thos. M. Roderick).

GORSEINON. At. a general meeting of, cricketers held at the Institute on Saturday, it was decided to proceed with the summer gaiiie. Privabi, T Tobias, one of the 6th Welah on active service, is home on a brief fur-j lough. He looks well, and is typical of the men who represeat the village at the front. The Eester Vestry in connection with St. Catherine's and Holy Trinity Church of this parish was held a.t St. Catherine's Vestry. The Rev. R. W. Jones, vicar, presided. Major Lewis read the state- ment of accounts, which, up to Decem- ber 31st, showed an ad verse balance of £31. The following were elected church- wardens: Holy Trinity, Major Lewis and Mr. Tom Lewis; St. tTa thermos, Mr. Rufus Lewis and 31r. Arthur Williams. The fifteenth annual cymanfa gerddorol of the Welsh Congregationalism of the district was held at Brynteg, Gorseinon, on Monday. The following were repre- sented: Horeb (LoughorV Tabernacle (Gowertoni, Seion (Waungron\ Hebron (Grovesend1!, Sardis (Waunarlwydd), and Ebenezer (Goreeinon). Conductor, Mr. J. Phillips, Aberavon. Chairmen, Mr. W. Richards, Loughor; Mr. T. G. Davies. Waungron: and Mr. D. Jones, Gorseinon. Organist, Mr. W. J. Hughes, Waun- arlwydd. Pianists, Miss G. Thomas. Waungron, and Miss G. Davies, Gors- eincn. The first annual cymanfa of Sion, Gorseinon, and Bethania, Grovesend, was held 1\01; Sion on Sunday and Monday. Usually the Baptist onuses of the district met here, but this year then-r-raugementg included only two of the cha.pels. It was a perfectly successful singing ferftiwaL, to say nothing of the comfortable condi- itions under which it was conducted. The leaders were Mr. Gabriel Morgan, A.C., and Mr. John Morg-an, C.M. and A.V.C.M. The following presided over the festival during the day: Rev. Ail J. Jones, Rev. B. E. Williams, Mr. B. Elliot, and Mr. W. D. Griffiths. The arrangements were in the hands of a committee, with Messrs. D. Bridgewa.ter and Henry Williams acting as secre- taries. j ■"«» ■).

KIDWELLY. I The death and funeral took place last! week of Mr. Thomas Nicholas, of Cause- i way-street, .at the age of 70 years. I Deceased, who was a watcb and clock repairer, was a native of the Laugharne district, but had resided here for a few years past. Easter Day there were three celebra- tions of the Holy Communion. at the Parish Church, viz., at 7.30, 10, and 11.30 a.m. The church was very nicely decorated with flowers for the festival. The communicants at the early service included the 2.5 young persons confirmed by the Brishop of St. David's on the previous Tuesday, I The deatb has taken place of Irs. M. A. Walters, Peregrine's-terra.ce, Kidwelly, widow of the late Mr. Moses Walters, who was killed aJt, the. colliery some 18; months ago. Mrs. Walters, who was 34 years of age. hud a paraletic seizure a i twelvemonth ago, and had ever since been confined to her bed. There are two little boys, one 11 and the other 10 years of age laft orphans. Several interesting weddings have taken place here during the past week. 3Ir. D. P. Davies, son of Mr. and Mrs. T. Davies, Corpora,tion Arms, to Miss M. A. Nicholas, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. N icholas, Plas WenaUt; Mr. Charles Jones, Gwendraeth-place, to Miss Gladys Howells, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Howell, Causeway-sntreet, and Mr. Thomas Price to Miss Elizabeth Jones, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Jones, Gwandraeth-place. On Good Friday, the usual services were held at St. Mary's Parish Church, morning and evening, and there were good congregations. At the Town Hall in the evening, the little operetta, Princess Chrysanthemum," was- given by the Capel Sul Band of Hope Choir, under the direction of Mr. W. J. Rees. The operetta] was well staged, special sceneiy being kindly lent for the occa- sion by Mr. Haggar. Miss Cassie Row- lands was the pianist. The Mayor, Alder- man Thomas Reynolds, presided. The operabta was repealed on Easter Monday evening. The annual singing festival of the choirs connected with the Calvinistic Methodist churches ill the Kidwelly dis- triot was held on Easter Monday at the Morf-a Chapel. The gymanfa" was supposed to have been held at Horeb, Mynyddygarreg, this year, but it was 'thougkt best to hold it at the Morfa instead. The day proved fine, and a Large number of choristers and friends attended. The following plaœs &ent choirs: Burryport, Pembrey, Ferryside, Trimsaran, Llandefeilog, Llansaint, Mynyddygarreg, and Kidwelly. Mr. E. T. Davies, F.R.C.O., Merthyr Tydfil, was the conductor. He did his part in a most excellent manner. The morning meeting was devoted to juvenile choirs, and Mr. John Morgan, Gwenllian, presided. The afternoon and evening meetings were for the regular choirs, and it is computed that over 600 voices took part at the evening me-dting. The singing through- out was of a very high character, the conductor being highly satisfied with the work. His compositions, Hermou," to the well known word; Ar Lan Iorddonen Ddcfn," a.nd the anthem, Celsiweh yr Arglwydd,JJ being excel). tionally well rendered, as also the tune, a Horeb," by Mr. John Jones, Mynyddy- garreg, to the words, "Pechadijr Wyf." The string band from Bethel, Pembrey, under Mr. W. Richards, was a very great acquisition. Miss A. Williams, Trimsaran, was at the pianoforte. Mr. Tom Morris, Trigxsamn, is the honorary secretary of the association. The Rev. D. G. Owen, Kidwelly, and the Rev. Isaac Thomas, Ferryside, were the presidents at the afternoon and evening meetings respectively.

LLANDOVERY. I A special service was held at the Williams Pantycelyn Memorial Chapel on Easter Sunday, when the Rev. Robert Davies, B.A., of Trefeglwya, Caerswe, was the preacher Miss Williams. London, rendered a solo. An anthem was also rendered by the choir Rev. Joseph Harry. J.P., presided. A "social" and tea was held at the Drill Hall on Easter Monday, the proceeds from which are to go in aid of the 1st Troop Boy scoiito On Good Friday a. benefit, performance in I aid of the widows and orphans of railway emlfloyes was giv.n at the Llandovery Electric Cuteiaa It Jo gmtifyittg to find that, the object was 1IIdl patronifted. Thanks to the benevolence of the committee, another entertainment was given on Easter Monday, under the patronage of -the Mayor I ,a,nd ,Co»poratii?n, tie procee.& from which are to he utilised in support of the fund for supplying comfort* »o the Welsh, teoops. Thf'? was tomethnig approaching a ¡ storm over the. tenders for butter and margarine accepted at the last me.eting of the B'c&rd of Guardians. The Board accepted a tender for butter at a ptenny more per lb. from a farmer than the price quoted by a. local grocfe-^r firm. Mr. Richard Thomas said that the res -itlt,* Mould be that they would get none of the shopkeepers to tender, a.s the farmers only tendered during the summer months. The subjed is one concerning which more is [ liliclj Wiard. J A social, dance and whist drive, in aid of the lsc Troop of Boy Scouts—of which Mr! Fred Roberts is scoutmaster—was held on Easter Monday evening at the Drill Hall. The M.C.'s -k-cre. Whist drive, Alderman C. P. Lewis; dancing, Mr. Blick; music, Mr. Humphreys. The accompanists were: Piano, Mr. Dan S. Williams; violin, one of the Belgian guests. There were about 150 present. The musical and recitation part of the programme was contributed to by Miss Lily Thomas, the Misses Thomas (Maee- yrhaf), Miss Mary Williams (18, High- street), Mr. Dan Jenkins, Mr. Bob Clarke, and Mr. Willie James (Castle- street), Miss Jane Thomas (72, High- street), and Miss Dillys Roberts (lligh- ctreet). Illustrative of the inadequacy of the Old Age Pension to keep body and soul to- gether in instances, was a case discussed at the last meeting of the Guardians. In the parish of" Caio there resides an old lady 80 years of age, who is bedridden. Out of 5s. Old Ago Pension she has, ac- cording to Mr. Evans, Abernaint, one of the members of the Board, to pay 3s. (id. for attendance, so that she has really only ls. tid. to maintain herself, pay rent, and everything else. Astonished at the statement, one of our representatives saw Mr. Evans after the Board, with a vitov to ascertaining how the old lady could live under such circumstances. Mr. Evans said that it would be impossible had it not been for the kindness r-f neighbours. "I don't believe," added Mr. Evans, sadly, "that she will trouble any body very long, and it is a great, pity that she has to rely on the voluntary aid of kind folks around." She has never troubled the parish in tho past, and it is only dire necessity that compels her to do so now. She is as helpless as a babe, and can't move in bed without assisi- ance." A suggestion that the House he offered by one of the members at the meeting, was hotly- resented by Mr. Evan Harries, who asked his colleagues how they would like, at her great age, to leave their own fireside. Mr. Evans naturally expresses the hope that. some of those -living at a distance will pay the old lady a visit. The late town crier was one of these gruff and grim eccentrics, products of village life, which are fast disappearing under modern conditions. Not even his best friend would dream of saying that he possessed any (-if those attributes which conduce to rodlo- bility. Yet he was possessed of one excel- lent quality that none oould fail to ad- mire. This was his independence of spirit. David Williams was no great believer in "capping" where male bipeds were con- cerned. The Yankee axiom that one man is as good as another, and a sight better, found in him a strong supporter. His powerful voice though suffered in distinct- ness. A polite request to repeat briefly the substance of his announcement evoked the curt reply: You ought to have listened when I epoke." The city fathers in their wiisdom and regard to the upkeeping of "he Corporation digidty of the "ancient borough" Bomfi years ago presented the town crier with a blue uniform—top coat and cap. About that uniform there was something strongly reminiscent of Berlin and Potsdam, and the wearer's personalty greatly added to the effect. Lltndovery in the variety of its successive town criers 2-vul characteristics holds a record a parallel to which one may seek in vain in other ♦owna Once the honourable position was held by a till, lanky individual, whose form bore a striking resemblance to a crudely-shaped letter "S." This functionary was remark- able for his gift of swear words." He generally wore a coat which, by reason of its shortness and his great length, enhanced the grotesqueness cf his appearance, lor many yeaic, aji old lady held undisputed sw.iy over the pealing of the bell. She waS generally to be seen arrayed in a flaming reddoak, the gift of the Council. Differing from the majority of public appointments, there are not likely to be many seekers for the post now rendered vacant, as the official salirs is only. we are informed, about, 92 a year The following notes concerning Llandovery boys with the 4th Welsh at Scove3tou Fort will be of interest:— At an eisteddfod held at Little Honey- borough Baptist Chapel, Pem., on Good Fri- day, Private Willie Rhys Thomas, Llan- dovery, urider the nom de plume of the Kaiser," secured the first prize out of a la,rge number of competitions, in the un- punctuated reading competition. Aldermam C. P. Lewis. Llindingut. lilarl, dovery. wa sone of the judges at the races held with the 4th WeL-sh Regiment a.t Sooveston on Easter Monday. Private Evan Williams, Llandovery, again made a draw on Saturday last in a boxiiig competition held at Pembroke Dock. His opponent was attached to H.M.S. LoyaJ. On tie same day Privates Lot Hughes (Llandovery) and Ted White (formerly of the latter town) gained the verdietz in. six- round bouts. Lieut Elidys Lewis, LIanwrda., is himeelf once again after his recent illness. —————. —— —.

LLANDILO. This court was held on Saturday before Mr. David Morgan and Mr. William Hopkins. The only business to be dealt with was that in connection with appli. cations for dog exemptions. There were no charges down for hearing. At a special police court on Mondav, Joseph HughoE., no fished abode, was charged with stealing a jar cf potted tongue, from Osborne. Houfie. Carcuarthen-sfTeet, on Thursday, let iusi. He was committed to prison for 14 days with hard labour. There was a large attendance at the Market, on I,' atsurday. Prices were as follow Fresh butter, in pounds, Is. 3d. and hI. 4d.; in tubs. 1. 3d. and Is. iid.; Welsh cheese. 6d. to nd.; eggs 14 and 15 for a Is.; fowls, Is .and is. Id. per lb.; ducks, Is. Id. per lb.; rabbiu lOd. and lis. each. Miss Davies, daughter of the Rev. W. Davies, The Walk, and sister of Coun- cillor Claud R. Davies, is indisposed. Her many friends wish her a speedy reoovery. Amongst the places where her absence is keenly felt is at the Chapel and Sunday School At the meeting of the Urban Council, on the motion of Councillor W. D. Jell- kins, seconded by Councillor W. Hopkins, it was decided that a letter be sent ex- pressive of the Council's appreciation and congratulating the Rev. W. Davies, The Walk, on tho attainment by him of 50 successful years in the ministry at Llan- dilo. A squadron of Pembroke Yeomanry is to be quartered at Llnndilo, and that in all probability the town will be made their headquarters for an indefinite period. The authorities appear to be well satisfied with the local arrangements for billeting the men. A sacred concert in connection- with the Soldiers' Club was held at the Drill Hall on Sunday evening. The Rev. W. Davies, The Walk, presided. The hall was crowded. An excellent programme had been arranged for the occasion. Amongst those who took rart were Mrs. L. Griffiths-, Miss- Bronwen Williams, Miss Agnes Williams, Mr. D. Lewis (Llew (To). Trooper Gordon Rees, Mr. I). J. Roes, Master O. Sc-liraui (one of the Belgian guests), Mr Frank Jones (violin). The accompanists were Mr. P. R. Daniel and Mr. W. Hopkins. Messrs. J. Davies and Co., auctioneers,: offered for aile at the Cawdor Arms Hoteji Llandilo, on Saturday, freehold farm, cot- tages. gardens, and accommodation land; 5.1 acres, and commonly known a-s Llwyn- fesen, Manordeilo, situated on tie main road leading from Llandilo to Llandovery. The farm was offered in lots as fOUOV1;- Small holding known as Myrtle Hill, dwell- ing-house. garden, with two ftelds adjouiiz^»« 4a. 2r. 5p., with an abundant supply of water. Withdrawn at £ 335.—Pasture lasid, oomprising 12a 3r. 30p. (opposite Lot 1) Withdrawn at £ 150.—Field cf aceommorta- t'on land, opposite Glanbrydan Farm, 2a., Withdrawn at £ 150.—Portion cf Llwynfeoen. with farm house find buildings adjoining Lots 1 and 2. Koi put up.—Property known as Cwrtffsroes, containing building and gar — I-■■ ■< den plots Not put up. The property aiterwardo offered in one lot and old for £ 1,650 to Mr. J. E. Jones, Danyrallt Farm, Uanea-Jock. Mr. T.. Giasbrook, Swansea was solicitor for vendor. Since the advent of the military the sheets of the town present quite a lively appearance. Between Territorials and Yeomanry there are at present billeted in tho town close on 100 men. In the present state of affairs their presence must- be adding greatly to the material welfare of the locality. The time is drawing near when, we hear, the Yeo- man ry will go under canvas. The weekly coucert in connection with the soldiers' club was held at the Drill Hall on Thursday evening. Councillor D. Mxn- gsui, .1.P., chairman of the Urban Dis- trict Council., presided. The evening's proceedings were enjoyed by a large I alldienet. Sol os were contributed by Mrs. Hugh Williams, Miss Maud Wil- liams (Rutland House). Trooper Gordon Rees, Mr. Downing Williams, a-nd Mr. J- S. Morgan; trombone solo, Mr. Chris Watkins; recitation. Mr. J. S. Morgan; song, Privote Barrett. The accompanist was Mrs. Daniels.

LLANWRTYD. Adhering to a custom which has been in vogue for many years at Llanwrtyd, tic Congi*egationalists, Methodist* and Baptist* each held its annual concert on Good Fri- day. The children were all entertained to tea, and at the close presented with fruit and sweets. There were 87 guests at the Abernant Hotel during e week-eiid. The Doleced Hotel was also full. The season has, in spite of the depressive conditio via prevailing in consequence o'f the war. opened very pro- misingly. Dr. Torbett, the Medical Officer lof Health, was at the last meeting of The Urban District Council, again able to pre- sent a clean bill of health.

LOUGHOR. Mr. W. W. Jenkint", Ocean Collieries, ~ia* been appointed mechanic at the Cae Dulio Colliery. Loughor. Tie death is annoubced of Mr. John Bees. Sunny Ba,nk. which took place at the Swan- sea Hospital on Sunday morning from bleed poisoning. A quiet, inoffensive man, he was respected by all who knew him. Sympathy is extended to the children and family in their Iocs. A performance of the cantata "The Mighty Victor" wa.5 given by the Horeb Band of Hope Choir, as-sieted by' well-known artistes, took lilpp-e at Horeb Chapel on Friday. Tlie conductor wa.3 Mr. D. H. Pugh, accompanist, Mrs. L. M. G. Pugh; organist, Mr. D J. Evans. Chairman, Mr. W. Mor- ganfi St. David's Tinplate Works. In the first pa,rt of 1:h8 programme solos were ren- dered by Madame M. Morgan, Loughor; Ur. Ewart Rees, Upper Loughor: Miss Violet Edwards, Loughor; Mr. W. H. Protheroc, Llanelly; Madame M. M. Davies; and piano- forte solo by Mr. D. J. Evans. The lollow- ing recited and t.cok part, in the. 4-,ititata:- Dorig, Evans, Winnie Morris, Gwennie Davies, Eiddwen Jones, Irene Thomas- and Evelyn Evans. Mr. Ewart Re-es sang "Rail the King of Kings," with effect; M. Jones, S. John. M. Davies, M. Morris, B, P. Pugh and R. M. Evans took part in the acrostieol exercise, Easter." The choir and artistes' efforts were excellent.

LLANSADWRN. The wedding took place at Salem Con- gregational Church, Llandovery, by the Rev. D. Bowen, Herman, oi Mr. Ofkey Davies, Brvnawel, Llansadwm ,and Miss Maggie Davies, Pantyffordd, Llansadwrn In the absence of her father through in- disposition, the bride was given away by Mr.»Oliver Williams, Cynghordy (her brotner-in-law).

SWANSEA. The three Rugby matches played by tho Swansea Battalion at Eastertide yielded £ •(6. It should be explained that the price of admission was small, and that soldiers were allowed in free. At; the Cross, Sketty, on Tuesday,, tha death occurred of Mrs. T. H. Thomas, wife* of Mr. T. H. Thomas, butcher, and youngest daughter of the late Mr. Peter Sorensen. The deceased was a member of an old Sketty family, and much re. spected by a large circle of friends. The funeral takes place on Friday afternoon. The unusual bight of a constable wear- ing oilskins, attracted much attention in High-street, Swansea, and favour- able comment followed when it became generally known that the members of the Swansea Borough Police Force had been supplied with oilskins in place of heavy capes formerly worn during wet weather. The oilskins are regarded as a boon hj the men, especially when on point duty! What was voted by the soldiers, at the end of the evening, as one of the beet concerts they had ever listened to was given last night at the Sketty Red Cross Hospital by the Swansea Circle Singers. The wounded warriors thoroughly en- joyed the splendid programme given, es- pecially the humorous part-song. The Pump." and "A Very Bad Cold." The artistes, all of whom did well, were Messrt*. Harry Owen (conductor), Wm. Miles, P. Brinley, Eddie Evaiw. Drivei ThomaB and Gunner Albert Phillips; Mlas,m M. J. Wignall, Lilian Edwards, Elsie Phillips, and Nellie Proseer. In addition Mr. Frank Wignall contributed a couple of well-rendered solos. The I pianist and accompanist was Miss Doria Re8.

I TYCROES. Work was resumed at the local col- lieries on Tuesday. The works are pro- ceeding with a regularity almost un- precedented, stop-work days being con- spicuous by their. absence. Several of our local Tommies are now- home' .on furlough, and. judging by their improved appearance jjf. III ut be ad- mitted tilrat camp life, or. at tyiv rate, a. soldier's life,, well agrees with, them physically. It is regrettable that the tttendant-e-F at the sewing classes in connection witit the Red Cr-0(>s Society continue to be meagre. They are held nu \V l'o(l'tleosl' j,y overling of eaah week, and all who take an inter est in the work will be heartily welcomed. On Good Friday a large number in- tended the gymanfa ganu of the Inde- pendents at Ammanford, at tTic e.ter- rLocn meeting of which Councillor Wm. Llewelyn, J.P., presided. On Eaeter .Ifond?-.v. the ohief attractions were the local festivals at Capel Hendre and Saxon, the former under the auspices of the Me-thoHi-its a.nd the latter of the Baptist. There were crowded congre-. gat ions. [District Newe Continued on Next Pam)

AMMANFORD. The Rv. W. ^Xantlaia. Williams, par-tor of Eh? Bethany- G.M. Chapel, was away in Lon- don over Easter officiating at the annual tester festival hold by the Methodkt 'Jhurcfljes of the metropolis. Three new billiard halls m ere opened oti Easter Monday, containing in all 19 tabl. With this addition to the many tables already in use, local cueists need not in future lack the facilities for a ganse. The annual meeting of the Ammanford Chamber of Trade was to have been held an Wednesday evening, but as a satisfactory number of tradesmen did not turn up on account, probably of the exigences cf business on the eve of tlie holidays, the meeting was adjourned. Over Easter a good number of the menaien from the town with the forces were home on short leave. Since their previous visit, many of them had ac- quire J new honours in the shape of stripes and crowns, and all looked the picture of health. The remains of the late Mr. E. M. Hughea, tailor of Wind-street, were interred at Bethany Burial-ground. Dec eased was a ticaoon at .the Bethany Church, and many <; f and members of that chapeL titweut. Trie officiating ministers were trie Kav. W. -Nant-i-ai-a Williams, RaT. W. Richards, an dthe Rev. B. "Ellis Jonee, B.A. L. Hughes, the only clau-zhtkr. and an aunt, were the principal mourners, Amauw-" the well-known Ammanford bard and Welch correspondent. of the Herald." en Easier Monday euceeeded in adding another "bandic chair to the six al- ready in his possession. Tie scene of h triumph wi* w,, the Three Crosses eistedd, j fod, the subject, of the prize production be- ing a. memorial poena to tie late Lord Roberta. in awarding the chair and guinea to »I«uam "-Mr. Griffiths' fictitious. name in it-he competition—the adjudicator, j "Gwilym Berw spoke highly of the poem, j and said it would have required a very t' twerful hard indeed to take the laurcis fram h&5 hands. I One of the Ammanford boyt". Private r. H. Griffiths, who is with his Majesty's iorces up North, is making a name for siros-eLf in boxing circles a-3 a feather- weight. He h«s fought hilS way up to -lie final atuges in the divisional cham- nionsfcip contest. His many friends and acquaintances will be pleased to learn at his success. Although while at AID- manford he had not blossomed forth as an expert in the "noble art/' there as a shrewd suspicion entertained even then <k his ability in that direction. His trainer is another Ammanford boy, Mr. j J.)bn--y Davias. Tite rocrriage took place at. tlue Caipel Newydd. Retitws. on Saturday morning (the Rev. B. Ellis Jones, B.A.. officiating;, of Mr. Tom Williams, ATosfa. B.Ice-rced, and Miss c M. Jtort, of Ponterdulais. The bride was t-iven away by her father, and was attended by Miuo Francis, Aberavcn and 11.es Cein- v-en and M. Â. Williams, who acted as bridesmaids". wiLIle the duties of beet man ,W(>1e caricd oUJr, by Mr. W. H. Morris Kettts. Many friends and acquaintances j wiujeesed the ceremony, and confetti we# showered upon the happy pair as they left t ii-a edifice. The wedding breakfast was partaken of at the bl'ide' oS home in Pooo-tax* d oleic..andafterwards the utwly-wed couple motored to Th-? 33rd singing festival of Amman- I ford and District Congregation&liete was held on Good Friday, under the con- ductore-hip of Dr. D. Yaughan Thomas, Swanaea. The choir was drawn from Christian Temple (Gwynfrya), Sion (Liandebie). and Moriah (Tycroes). The meriting service was held at. Gwvnfryn, when the children. who attended in large numbers, were entertained by the l-'ov. J. Morgans. At the afternoon and evening services at Christian Temple, Vfr. W. Llewelyn, J.P., and Mr. Towyn iNteS, )i.I\, presided. The latter, in iis very racy style, gave a glimpse of the history af congregational singing, th3 ;-wer)tion of the "Cymanfa Ganu," and ■he, essentials to its succsse. He said he was pleased to see Dr. Vanghan Thomas x»n6ecrating his great gifts to the iro- i provomc-nt of devotional singing in Wales- He knew Mr. Thomas since he was a little boy, and recalled him and another little comrade going down to Merthyr together to have lessons on the oigan. A bright future was predicted tor both, and those early hopes were speedily fulfilled. One developed into a brillianb musician and man of learning. Mid the other was none other than the utte Mr. Harry Evans. "But," added the speaker, with pathos, "one is taken and ..he other leit." Excollent denritions of i hi? various hymns, and the two choruses, "FeI y brefa'r hydd," and ""Wrtb atonydd Babiloc." were given by tho choir to the evident appreciation of very large congregationis. Among the hymntS Ming were "Gwynfryn," by Mr. Gwilym R. Jones, Ammanford, and 'Goppa," by Dr. Vaaghan Thomas- The organists -vk,em Messrs. Tom Thomas and Gwilym R. Jones. The arrangements of the festival were. in the hands of a committee with Mr. John Lloyd as chaximan, Mr. T J. Reos as secretary, and Mr. Wm. j fcvans, as treasurer. ■

BETN AMMAN. Easter holidays were quietly spent here. The local works were all idle on Monday, and a good many went to tiwanaea- A series of well attended mission meet- ings are being held a.t the Gospel HalJ. In Lkb squares there have been several open-air meetings, addresses being given by well known speakers. lr. Willie Llewelyn was succeerfn! Weunarhvydd on Saturday last. He won, with honours, out of 12 competitors, in the vioo instrument competition. Miss KatiEJ Morgan, Ponkardawe. w»3 wrormd. At. Siloam Graveyard, in thce of a ia-rgp number, the icterment took p-laoe of Mr. Ju*. Evens. C^-mgarw Bridge. Deceased WM at work on Saturday, and poeeed away on Sunday, at the aeo of 65. A widow and t*v«rraJ grown-up ohildron are left. The deaith is announced of Miss Ethel Evans, Park-street, aLfter a prolonged illness. Deceased iras only 19 years of and some months ago had the mis- ifortune of having her foot amputated at the Swansea Hospital, following an acci- j dpwt on a rail way siding. ) Miadixne Arcay. a Belgian refugee, has been delighting large audielicer, at the Pub- liv Hall. She eang sweetly in Flemish and English, and won general admiration. Last Thwrsday evening, at the same hall, a per- ormø.nœ of Joeepi." was given in i'hararter by the PlriUiarmonic Choir. con- ducted by "Mr. E. Maddoek. assisted by Mr. !'l'o.m Morsau'ts Orchestral Band. The pro- ceeds went to the funds of the Public rAbr&ry. Mr. Willie UeweL-n. Tinmeu'.s-row. at (iwmniawr Eisteddfod, out of twelve etal- -a,rW. captured the money prize a.nd a gold medal in the wind instrument competition. The adjudicator highly eulogised this young I player and said that it would take some- thing to heøJt him. Llewelyn is a com- ?lw to beea h p?r&tivdy new competitor, but each time i he has entered the AMUZ he J?e BMU 6uc- ce?<ful. He 16 a. member of the Pboo:&.nd dOrhal. A "snvedser" was held as the Bridgend Inn, under the chairua-nAhJp of Mr. Thoe. ) IhonjAB, Majichester Honse. The guest, of the. event was Mr. M. J;W:1. wio was the recipient of a valuable present by his many personal f-rjende on the oooasic-n of hii xe- tiremeiK. on a. superannuation from the aer- vioef cf the Britannic Assurance Co. after In, yaare. lIr, Hill will shortly leave for P.vanr>ea, which will be his future bormv Ho has won tb* srer.«ral respect and eotmn of the district, and his departure will be > felt in mauy respect?. The following gentle- men made speeches en the occasion: Messrs. j J. Taylor (Amman Brick Co.), J. D. Wile liams, Fred James, Josiah Rogers, Havelock Boberts, E. Evans, and Luther Daviee (Grlan- amman). A successful eisteddfod was held at Gibea. Chapel, on Good Friday. The competitors were exceptionally numeroti6 and the con- tents ?&en. The?adjud-cawr6 were: Musical, Mr. Jno. Morgan, A.L.C.M., Garnant; Literajry, Rev. Ehystyd Davies, Brynamman; p?nillion nging, Mr. Gomer Rhiwddu Wil- liams. The awards were: Champion s?olo, Misa Mary Davies, Brynamman; solo. Miss Sal Jonee; duet. Misses Blodwen and May Thomas; solo for children under 12, Nellie Davias; under 16, Rachel Davi-es. Penillion, 1, Jno. Bevan; 2, Berach Bach. Recitation, under 16, Miss R^iohel Daviee; under 12, Win- nie Stephens and Gwennie Thomas (divided). Open recitation: Mii>g Ceinwen tmith. Gwaun-cae^Gurwen (the prize being a chair'. Treatise, Mr. D. B. Thomas, Brynammars. Stanza, Ga.rmon." The Rev. W. D. Thomas presided, and Mr. G. M. Jonee was the accompanist. pi-e. Tom Parry, of the 1st Somersets, who is now about re- j turning to the front j after a rest of a few I weeks, consequent: upon an attack of! r heumatism, has had :ixeen weeks' ex- perience in t h o I trenches at Ypres,  Marnc, and Armcn- tieres. The other evening he was the I gnest at a. successful j and enj oyablel smoker arranged by his friends. He was made the re- cipient or a purse of gold subscribed by i ti^e general public. Parry is a popular boy of the village, and he had a very flattering retention. Amongst the soldiers now at home on leave are Private Con'?1 Jones (Swansea Battalion), Private Dd. Ja?. The mas (7t& Cavalry Troop, Shornoliffe, who had been promoted to the Royal Engineers, Chatham), and Private Tom Jones (Alder-shot*. All of th-sm ax,-u looking well. At a meeting held at the Rose and Crown Hotel in oonnecftion with Mr. D. Lambed Jones' testimonial, a j letter was read from Private W. Wa-tkyn Da vies, who i6 now in a Dublin Hospital, baviais been wounded on the hand by shrapnel. He is progressing as well as can be expected, and wishes to be remc-mbered to all his old friends. A collection was made which resulted in a goodly sum. the value of which wa. sent in cigarettes, and, other amoking requisites to Private Davies. ) Here is another case for Brynamman in- j ha,bitant,e to coneyier, and when the proper time arrives prompters of re-coption con- certs, etc., would do well to prepare the usual means of welcome home. » i

GOWERTON. On Easter Sunday Bro. W. A. PI-att: occupied the pulpit of the Temple Con- gregational Church, and delivered a temperance address. On as- r Monday the singing festival in connection with the Welsh. Baptists was held at the Tabernacle Chapel. The choirs (if Gowerton, Loughor, Waun- arbvVdd, Goraefnon, and GrovWend took part under the conduc'torship of Mr. Vernon Thomas-. Miss Sybil Lewis, who was successful out of six competitors in capfturing the :!lé,t prize a.t. the Waunarlwydd Eistedd- fod on Saturday, in the competition for children under 12. This marks the fourteenth first prize she h" now won in open competitions. t At. the Three Crosses Eisteddfod, held on Easter Monday, the Gowerton Nlale Voice Party came out on top. The adjudicator paid them a high tribute for the excellent standard of their singing, j and urged them to keep on, a.s there was a bright future for them. Every credit is due to the conductor, Mr. J. G. Jenkins. The annual meeting of the Juvenile District Council,of the I.O. Recliabites of Glamorgan was held at the Rechabite Hall. Mr. Joseph Jones, Gorseinon, pre- j sided. Bro. W. A. Platt, member of the Board of Directors, attended, and gave some sound advice regarding juven- ile work. Bro. Platt presented the order emblem with photo to Bro. D. T. Blewett on his passing through the Dis- trict Chairs. Several matters connectod with the district were alSt) dealt with. Afterwards the delegates with the officers, sa down to a capital spread, at the Dun-j raven Cafe.

LLANGADOCK. I A pleading ceremony took place on Satur- day evening, when Corporal Williams (Llall- gadock) was entertained to supper by the Casteimartin Cyclist Section to mark the termination of four months.' arduous, duty together. Since November last this small section of the 4th Wekh had guarded the Welsh coast from Linny Head to Angle, and now that they were about to part for a new sphere of work, the men thought it a good opportunity to give a small memento to the corporal as a token cf their esteem. The presentation took the shape cf a gold medal, upon which wa& inscribed Pre- sented to Corporal Williams by "the Caetlo majtin Cyclist Section, 1915.Private C. Thomas made tie presentation, and re- ferred to the splendid relations which had existed between the corpor.:l and the men during the time they had beeu' stationed together. He hoped that the present part- iug would not be of lone duration, and that when at lafct peace should be once more re- stored they would not see the last of etch other. (Applaiu-ic.)-Corp. Williams thanked the men very miloh for their kind considera- tion. and said he would value the gift far more for the feelings that prompted the! presentation than for its intrinsic value. He felt sure that their work on the ee i, coast had not, been profitless, although not at- tended by startling results.—Speeches appro- priate to the occasion were given by other men present. and Privates A. D. Morgan, G. Lewis, and A. L Davies contributed solos. —————

LLANDEBIE. The death occuraxl last week of the in- fant child of Mr and Mrs. Hy. Thomas. The interment took place at Llandettie Churchyard. Good Friday and Eaeter were ol>jerved peacefully a.nd quietly in tie village. The choirs of the various chapels attended therr respective singing festivals—the Congrega- tionalists at Ammanford, the Methodists a,t Hendre, and the Baptists at. Sawn. The marriage took place on Wednesday morning, at Tabernacle Chapel, Llandilo. of Mr. David Davies, Angel Cottage, Llandobie, with Miss Bessie Francis. Ffairfach, the 1.('V W. Da-vies officiating. The bridesma;id Miss Sarah.Davies, sister of the bridegroom, and the beet man Mr. Evan Eva 11'3, Liandebie. News has reached Llandebie of the death in action on March 13th of Corporal J. itees, late postman of Liandebie, who was serving with the let Battalion of the Grenadier Guards, fhe sad intelligence came to Mr. Morgan R .Thomas, hairdreeser, who k d forwarded to him some cigarettes, in t e form of a letter from the commanding officer stating that Corporal Rees bid fallen on the field of honour, ajid that, the cigar- ettes eo kindly eent had been distributed amongst his comrades. Having followed Lis duties aa postma-n in the viliage for ma.ny yea.rs. Corporal Rees waa vers' weU known, and a more popular and universally-liked young man could not be found. His death on tho battlefield has thus brought home to all very closely the grim realities of war. At Bethel C.M. Chapel. Blaenau, on Tuab- d'1,y evening, a miscellaneous and com oei i- tive concert waA held, Mr. Herbcrt Bees, Blaenau, presiding. The musical items were adjudicated by Mr. John Rees. A.C.. Cwm. cooh. and the recitations by Mr. J. B. Mor- gan (Blaenfa-b), Casrbryn. The accompanist waa Miss Letitia Davies, Caebryn. The principal wards wete:Solo (under 14): H. J. Griffiths, Caebryn. Op an recitation: Kr. I Percy Davies, Tycroes. Bass solo: Ml". Jack Beynon. Liandebie. Impromptu speech: Vt. W. D. Mcrgms, Blaenau. Recitations were given by Misses Lizzie Williams, Linage Davies, Agnes Davies, Mesars. Mervyn Roberts. Ben Morgan, Eddie Parry, and Blaenfal Morgan. There were solos rendered by Messrs. Jasck Beynon, R. W. John, Emrys I Jones, and ija-cob Richards, and Messrs. Evan Thorni* and M. E. Davies gave, a duet. The Calgary Advertiser" publishes a report of ? wedding of a Lla?debie bo. Mr. Jack R.e. son cf Mr. Evau Rees, Caeffwm, Liandebie. Mr. U?e% has been several years in Amerioa. The report reads thue-. "A quiet wedding took place at, Calgary on February 10th. in which one of our business men, John G. Beee, who conducts a. wood- working business on Fourth Ave., Clares- holm, was united in marriage to Miss Annie Lewis. ateo of this town. Both are Welsh folk. and in their childhood dayc- made their homes in Carmarthenshire, South Wales. The oouple were married at tLa Methodist Parsonage in Calgary, Rev. —. Fallie,, of the Central Methodist Ohurch, performing the ccremony. I After a short honeymoon spent in Calgary, where both have friends, Mr. and Mrs. Rees took up residence in Clareeholm- Mr. T. D. Lewis, a well-to-do farmer of this district, is an uncle 1 of Mr. Bees, and the bride has two brothers in this country." The report is quaintly headed Set Up a Home for Two. On Thursday last, Mrs. L. Davies, wife of Mr. Eva.n Davies, Brondderwen, Sartm, breathed her last, after a short illness, at tie age of 25. She, leaves two young chil- dren and a. sorrowing husband to mourn their loss. Her demise at sO young an age is widely regretted, ae she wad well known ,a,nd highly esteemed. There were many token* of sorrow at the largely attended funeral, which took place on Monday after noon at Liandebie Churchyard, and utirre- (-rous tloril t, rz,4 hi bcon sot- The omcia.Mng cler;;y were the Rsv' ? W Thomas M.A.. vio%r; ?nd J. Th'?u'?" cume Tho chief mourners were:—Mr. Evan Davies (husband), Mre. A, Danoo, American I Vm3, (mother); Misses LÜtie¡ Emma, and Maggie Davies (sisters); Mr. and Mrs. Wyire- wood Rees, Su'on (brother-in-law and m*- ter); Mr. and Mrs. W. Davies, Kimberiey Villa, Liandebie (brother-in-law and sister); Mr .and Mrs. Fred Davies (brother- and tcr-m-iaw); Mr. and 11, Davies, Pen ire iln,.)tber and sister-in^aw >; Messr*. It0e" Davies and J. Davies (brothersin-law), and Miss Davies (-sister-in-law). There were al,1, present, a large number cf more distal relatives.

 MORRISTON. An enjoyable gathering took place at 1M Smel-ers' Anns, G-raig, Mo iris ton, when Mr. William Morris, Bryntawe. invited the mem- bersof the Cymrodorion 4miety. held aA that hostelry to a. dinner and wtert«in- ment, in memory of the Patron Saint of Wales. Everyone enjoyed themselves, and a mosi p-Ifeeant evening closed with the Fitig- ing of the Welsh National Authem. ————— .—————

PONTARDULAIS. The Rev. John Thomas. GLu:amman, way the special preacher at Babell anniversary aerview on Easter Monday. w Mr. W. J. Griffiths, eider son of Mr. and 11.rs. Tom Griifiths, Morricton-erescent, has been wounded in France. P.C. T. Bowen has been transferred from 1 here to Barry Dock. Stationed here f< J nearly two years, be was immensely popu lar with all classes. Mr. Eurfyl Morris, Glasfryn, Hendy, 1 aa been admitted as an Associate of the 111- stitute of Commerce. He also holds d' p- lomas from the Royal Society of Art. etc. Mrs. Pugh, wife of Mr. David Pugh, boot- maker, has succumbed to her injuries at Swansea Hospital. The keenest sympathy is fdlt. towards the, sorrowing lamily in their &ad bereavement. A successful smoking concert was held at the Farmers' Arms HoteL Mr. David Allen presided, and an excellent programme is contributed to by members of the baud and their friends. All the works were kept going here on Good Friday- Easter Monday only was dJ- served as a. holiday. The Calvinistic Metho- dists and the Baptists held their arnua L singing festivals on Monday, and the placa was on that day a. veritable "sea cf eong. Three excellent- performances of "The Cross Triumphant" were rendered by Cll, faria Choir, under the ba.ton of Mr. Robt, Jones, L.T.S.C. Metvsrs. W. T. Hi-igh" (My i- rim), Philip Davies and Morgan Michael (Gla.níIrwd,l. presided over crowded houees. The performances were' splendidly 8ta> managed by Mr. Dan Matthews. The choir did its work without blemish. and tiro various roles were well sustained by the fol- lowing :Misoos Luzic M. Humphreys ¡'Tlll Lime J. Jones, and Messrs. T. B. Bassett,, Fred Jones, P. H. Tlfefcaas, If. J. Evans, Rhydwyn J. Bassett. Gwilym Davits, Mor- gan Daniels, J. Idris Ba-ssett and Dd. Jonu Jones. Miss Emily Morgan, A.L.C.M.od Silas Evans acted 3Ai accompanists, and there v a.> an efficient orchestra. A successful eisteddfod was held at Hope Cbngre|:at(onal Cha,pel on Viood Friday, I under the preaidency of Councillor James Thomas. Llysgwyn. The. adj udicators werei Messrs. J. Burry Morse. R. Leyshon Davie?, A.C., D. Hanney (music); Hugh Jones, Pout- ardulails (literary); Mrs. D. Edgar Thomva (priz43 bags). Mrs. T. G. Davies acted accompanist, a114 the secretary acted as j hon. sec- Awards: Chief choral. Soar, )Hendy (conducted by Mr. W. A. William^); quartette, Mr. Tom Peters, Llangennech, I and friends; tenor solo, Mr. W. Lewis JoneSt Velindre; contralto eolo (no competition); | soprano wlo, Mie? W. Baber, Poneardnlais; bass solo, Mr. Tom Peters; pr?m bpK, "<jwenpr": dut (juYeni1e),aeæ C. a<nd D. I Walt,er;. Hendy; brass iivstrument, com-^e. tition. Mr. Edward Hopkins and friend s- best story, Miss S. A. Richards; ch.a.mpinn recitation, Mr. Harry Grey. Pontliiw; juniur recitation, Horace G. Thomas, Llysgwyn.

PENYGROES. A successful grand organ recital was held at Peuygroes Congregational Chapel on Saturday evening last, when the Rev. L. Berian Tam-s, B.A., presided. Tlie artistes were: Organist, Dr. D. A'aughan Thomas, M.A Mus-Doc. (Oxon.), Swan- sea; soprano, Madame S. J. Thomas, Llanelly; bass Mr. W. Dyfnant Davies, Penygroes. The programme was of a v-er.9 high order. Dr. Thomas played several of the masterpieces, and with oharacl eristic skill and taste showed the capabilities of the organ. Madame Thomas and Mr. W. Dvfnant Davies were in excellent voice, and delighted the audience with their solos in English and Welsh. The spacious edifice, which has recently been Te- opened after extensive renovation and en. largement, was filled with an appreciative and representative audience. The artistes gave great satisfaction. The edifice and the organ, which promise further musical I treats, came in for general approval and praise from Dr. Thomas and the audience. The architect, Mr. T. George Price, M.A.S.I., P.S.A., Cross Hands, is a mem- I her of the church, and he and Mr. Peter Evans, contractor. Penygroes, have the satisfaction of being very heartily con- gratulated for electing a building of such excellent work and design. (In our Welsh columns next week thero will appear an illustrated article of the a bove place of worship.)