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ABERAVON. I
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ABERAVON. I At Aberavon on Monday, John Yeo, Aber- &von, pt?T?ed guilty to using a paasenger ticket on the R. and S.R Railway on which be had falsely altered the date. He was ftned ZOos. At the Police Court on Thursday las. Ryan, St. Mary-street, was charged with deserting tho 2nd Reserve Cavalry. De- fendant was ordered to be sent back with -an escort. At the A beravon Police Court on Thursday, the Mayor (Mr. W. J. Wil- liams) performed a very pleasing cere- mony, when a'12-year-old boy, named: Wm. Murphy, youngest fion of Mr. and Mr*. Walter Murphy, 110, Water-street, Aberavon, was made the recipient of a Royal Humane Society Certificate of Bravery for saving the life of a lad who was in danger of drowning in the River Avon, on July 1st. Young Murphy, at great personal risk, jumped into the river, without divesting himself of his Glutting, and brought the drowning boy safely ashore. VETERAN SOLDIER INTERRED. With full military honours, the funeral took place, on Saturday, of ih late Pte. John Scott, who was attached to the (1st Supernumerary Company) 4th Battalion Welsh Regiment, whose body was found floating in a lock on Thursday last. The funeral, which was of a moat impressive character, was witnessed by some thousands of people. In the. funeral were detachments of the 4th Welsh and 5th Welsh. The coffin, which was covered by the Union Jack and some beautiful floral tributes, was borne upon the shoulders of the deceased's regimental comrades into the church, where a service was held. At the conclusion of ih-e. interment ser- vice three volleys were fired over the grave by a firing party of the 4th Welsh, and the Last Post sounded by the buglers. It will be remembered that two oons of deceased were killed on the same day on the Gallipoli Peninsula. ACTRESS BATHER'S ESCAPE. Considerable consternation prevailed among visitors oil Aberavon Beach on Fri- day afternoon as the result of a lady bather getting into difficulties. The lady was Miss Molly O'Brian, who has been playing in The Cingalee," which is being performed at Port Talbot this week. Whilst bathing with Miss Cissie Roy, another member of the com- pany, and who was. recently rescued from the torpedoed Allan liner Arabic. she went out into considerable depth (,f water, and found herself in difficulties. Miss Roy gallantly went to her assist- ance. and exercised every endeavour to get her to safety. Fortunately, the incident occurred in close proximity to the Jersey Beach Hotel, where Mr. Leo- Talbot, of Glouces- ter, was transacting business. Observing the plight of the, ladies, he immediately rushed down to the water's edge and. without divesting himself of. any of his clothing, went to the rescue and suc- ceeded in bringing Miss O'Brian ashore in an unconscious condition. Miss Roy was also much exhausted when she reached the shore.
ABERGWYNFI.
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ABERGWYNFI. The Abergwynfi Co-operative Society entertained their members' children to a tea on Wednesday. A procession was formed on the Square, and headed by the Blaengwynti Band, paraded the. village. A stop was miide by the Stores, when the band played the National Antliem, which the children heartily joined in singing. afterwards returning to the hall, where about 90# eat down to tea.
BRIDGEND '
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BRIDGEND There was an exciting scene in Park- street, Bridgenn. on Sunday, A motor oycl burst into flames, and the rider had a nar- row escaye as part of his clothing took fire. So fierce were the flames that a window at A 1;(118C near by waq cracked. The m,"hiug was reduced to ruins. The rider, who was travelling from Cross Keys to Neath. pli.ckily pulled the bunting machine to the middle of the raid.
BRITONFERRY. I
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BRITONFERRY. Although notices have been posted around the district of Britonferry announc- ing the starting of evening classes for this (Mcaday) evening, the Glamorgan County Council have decided that in view of the w-mr no evening c 1asees are to be opened un- til further instructions, and all notifica- tions of commencement of classes are can- celled. Vnysymaerdy-road, Britonferry, has had its hunting flying this week to welcome Cor- poral Phil Steer, of the A.S.C., who has re- turned home from the Dardanelles wounded to the thigh by shrapnel, a couple of pieces of which a.re still embedded in the flesh Corporal Steer has been in some stiff (;11- gagements in the Dardanelles, but has come out smiling through it all. He is the youngest eon of Mr. John Steer, and two of hla brothers are also doing their bit SOJ;llQ. where in France." The Britonferry Post Office authorities pre asking for applications from girls to act aiw telegraph messengers in place of boys Dick Tliomas, the old captain of tho Britonferry Rugby Club who is a sergeant in the R.F.A., is doing his duty in the Dardanelles, and from accounts received is having a warm time of it. Dick can be relied upon doing his bit on the battle- field as he always did on the football field. NOTE IN SOLDIER'S SHIRT. rrIVate A. j. Ireland, an oia jsruon- ferry Rugby and Soccer player, and now a member of the Welsh Fusiliers, was re- cently handed out a new kit of clothing. After putting on the shirt he found a pricking sensation in the back and, taking it off, found a note pinned on. This was from a young lady in Winnipeg, Canada, who wrote: This little note conveys the best wishes of the sender to one of the soldiers of the land we love so well, who fight be- neath the true old Union Jack. It wishes you Godspeed, and expresses the heart- felt appreciation we feel, as British sub- jects, for the sacrifice and service which you, with thousands of others, now render to the Empire. May you have a safe ro- turn from the eeat of war. (Signed) Miss-" Tide note was sent to Private Ireland's mother at Britonferry, who wrote to the young lady conveying her thanks for her kind wishes, and also enclosing her soldier son's photograph. A reply has now been received by Private Ireland from the young lady and, by the strangest of coincidences, she at one time lived at Britonferry.
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BIRCHGROVE. i A hearty rececption was given to Mr. John Henry Brans. Heol Las, who is home on tur- lough from the front, by the Birohgrovians. Flags ware flying outride the window*, and a concert was .arranged, which was held at the Oouncil Infants' School last Tueeda.y Evening. The following took part :-Chn.ir ta&n, Yr. John Bees, manager-, pianoforte r.o1o. Miss Annie Beatrice Williams; recita- tions, Misses Morfydd Daviee, Mary Annie Eees and Bnid Morgans; solos, Messrs Phillip Ley, T. W. Watkins, David Griffiths, and Miss Edna Howelle. The Birchgrove Juvenile Chcir. under the ooductorahip of Mr Riehard Leyshon, L.T.S.C., sang patriotic songs, fepvechas were delivered by the chairman. Mr. E. H. Thomas (schoolmaster), and Coun- cillors James Morria. T. J. Rieharde, and T. W. WatkiriB. At the end the hero of the meeting gave a shfirt speech. The old Lefel PoLch" Colliery, which was re-opened some time ago by a new company, kae been idle for a ooiaplo et week*, Ttue I cause of the stoppage is not known. We un- derstand there is no dispute between the proprietors and workmen.
I BAGLAN.I
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I BAGLAN. Th? deepest 8ymlnÜhy is felt with Mr. a.nd Mrs. W. T" David (Tycanol) and the family in their sorrow by the death—after a painful illness borne with remarkable fortitude—of their youngest daughter. Irene, whose winsome life, severed in the bud cf promise, ingratiated her into the affection of the man who knew her. There was a large attendance on Tuesday at the funeral in the beautiful and seques- te-red churchyard of Baglan Parish (of which Mr. David is the vicar's warden The mourners, in addition to, the bereaved parent.s and children (Violet. Lily, Bronwen, and Willie), included Mr. M. G. Roberts (uncle), Mr. Harold Roberts (cousin), Mr. W. David (uncle), and Mr. Thomas Thomas (uncle). The serviee, fully choral, was con- ducted by the Vicox (Rev. E. G. R. Richard- son), asssited by the Rev. A. R. Davies (curate of Dyffryn), both of whom also offi- ciated at the house. Special appropriate hymns were impres- sively sung by the choir, under the leadcr- "O Rest in the Lord" on the organ. There nhip of Mr Hampton, who touchingly played was an abundance of choice floral tributes, sent by the several members. of the family, Mrs. Llewellyn (Baglan Hall), Lieut. Griff. LewellyH, Mir. and Mrs. C. Hanson, Mr. and Mrs. James Key, teachers and scholars of Aberavon Council School. Mr. and Mrs. Finch, Mr. T. David. Mr. Hector and 31:4 Violet Williams, Mr. 0. W. Jones (Cedars). Mr. M. G. Roberts, Mr. Walter Smith, tt e Misses Margt. and Winifred James, Miss Wright, and Mr. E. B. Phillips.
I BRYNCOCH.
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I BRYNCOCH. Lieut. Alfred i. P. Curtis (solicitor), on of Mr. E. C. Curtis (town clerk of Neath). has just received his commission in the Third 6th Welsh Regiment, which he entered some months ago as a private, and has thus c-tic- ceeded in acquiring a. helpful experience for the further responsibility now committed to him. Nothing been heard for some ime of Lamce-Corporfcl David Goodwin Evans, second son of Mr. and Mirs. Thomas Evans, who is serving in the 8th Welsh at the Dar- danelles. Lance-Corporal Evans .cted fAr some tune M orderly, and subsequently volunteered for the hazardous duty of scouting. It is, h-oped, on all sides ttat deflenito intelligence will ere long be re- ceived which will remove all doubt as to bis well-being.
CWMAVON.I
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CWMAVON. At Maeeyrhaf Congregational Chapel, Neath, on Saturday last, a pretty and popu- lar wedding took place, the contracting partiee being Miss Mary Jane Evans, of Jer- sey-rood, aad Mr. John R. Jones, Brynam- man. The Rev. D. Morlaia Davieb, B.A. (pastor of Zion Cong. Church, Cwmavon) officiating. The bride, who was beautifully attired, was given away by her brother, Mr. D. J. Evans. The bridesmaids were Miss S. A. Evans (aiste,* ot bride) and Miss M. C. Jenkins, whilst Mr. Jonah Jones (brother of the bridegroom) acted as best man. After the ceremony the bridal party returned in motor cars to the bride's residence, where the wedding breakfast was partaken, the happy twain leaving afterwards for their honeymoon. There was a long -And costly array of wedding presents The annual preaching services of Taber- nacle C.M. Church were held on Sunday and Monday, when the following preached ex- cellent sermons:—Revs. D. H. Williams, D.I). Newport, and D. CVyfan Hughes, B.A., Anglesey. The Rev. J. Owen Jones (pastor) presided over the services on Monday, and, the following local ministers were promi- ner.t:-Revs. D. Giles Williams (Tabor), Ed- ward Owen (Port Talbot), D. Marlais Davies, B.A., and n. Rees (Rock). A noticeable fea- ture of thv services were the excellent ren- derings at the organ by the blind organist. Mr JivUU'S.H. Johns. At their monthly meeting on Wednesday last, the Neath Rural District Council unanimously elected Mr. Charles Jenkins (the local manager of Messrs. Baldwin's, Limited) to fill the vacancy oauoed by the death of District Councillor G.O. Jeakina- Kill That Fly!—Fly Papers, Fly "Air Ships," Arsenical Fly Papers, Insect Destroying Powders, Rat and Mouse Poison, Vermin Destroyers, Virus, Sulphur Candles, &c.—H. S. Arnold, Pharmacist, Cwmavon. The anniversary services at Tabernacle C.M. Church on Sunday and Monday were very well attended, and the sermons delivered were of an edifying. standard. Upon this occasion the special preachers were the Rev. Dr. Williams. Newport, and the Rev. Cwynfan Hughes, B.A., B.D., of Bryndu, North Wales. It is in- teresting to note that Mr. Hughes, who is regarded as a young divine of much promise, having enjoyed the distinction of being invited to preach at the Sassiwn, has accepted the pastorate of his native church in North Wales. Lieut. Vivian Gwynne James, who has been home for a few days* leave, left on I Tuesday morning for Rhyl. Mr. James, who is a B.Sc. of Wales, is the youngest son of the late Mr. Lewis James (who for many years acted an Quarterniaster-Ser- geant to the local Volunteer Corps) and Mrs. James, in company with another able yoiing officer, Lieut. Guthrie Mor- gan. who graduated with honours at Keblo College, Oxford, and is now in France, evinced great, interest in the local gym- nasium movement. Both carry the best wishes of a large circle of friends. Much sympathy is expressed for Dr. and Mrs. James, formerly of Cwmavon, in their suspense over their only son, Lieut. Alexander James (solicitor), who is re- ported as missing at the Dardanelles, and of whom more cheerful news, it ie hoped, will soon be forthcoming. It is gratifying to report an encourag- ing improvement in the condition of Mr. Thomas Davies, formerly county coun- cillor for Cwmavon, whose recent serious illness occasioned deep and general regret. Hopes are entertained that ho will be sufficiently restored to celebrate shortly his golden wedding with Mrs. Davies, both of whom are held in high respect for their generosity and practical sympathy with every good movement. At the successful Welsh festival of local choirs, held in St. Mary's Parish Church, I Aberavon, the baton was wiedled by Mr. John L. Thomas, A.C., precentor of St. Michael's Church. Several of the Cwmavon Boy Scouts have been most energetic in collecting subscrip- tions in aid of the wounded soldiers at Baglan Hospital, and quite a large con- tribution (mainly in kind) was received on "Pound Day" by Mr. B. Yates, of Coed Park, for transmission to the local secretary, Mrs. Hallowes.
CYMMER. I
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CYMMER. I At Aberavon on Monday, William Henry Tuckett, a. coloured man. employed ae a. collier at Cymmer, Afon Valley, was charged, on two founts, with aspauitiug Brinley Hughes and ThonL-io Hughes. cSUierjs, Cymtner. The eue was adjonraad for 14 days for the purpose of calling wit- nesses.
GLYN-NEATH.I
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GLYN-NEATH. At the last weekly meeting of the Mutual Aid Society, at Bethel Baptist Vestry, a. paper Wi).6 read by Mr. Tom Phillips,, Pont- whalby, on "Caniddeth y Oyssegr." The chair was oocupied by Mr. James Han-estt, and Measra. Ben Harris, J. Stanley Thomas, Henry Bevan, and Uwilym Jenkins took part in the ensuing discussion. The paper j traced the history of oongregrvtional Hinging iu aa intAmtAng wily. 6ol«e were rendered by Mr. David Daviee and a tune by the children. At Bethania C.M. Chapel on Sunday and -Monday anniversary preaching services we. -tld. The preachers were the Revs. D. E. ThoHBios, Morrteton, and W. Wynn Davios, Rhoe, Ruabon. On vSatnrday evening, at the fortnightly meeting of the Lily Dyffryn Nedd Foresters7 Friendly Society, MT, T. Williams, Council Schools, gave a brief account of the tran- sactions of that society during the quin- quennial period ending December 31st, 19i4.
ILLANDILO.I
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LLANDILO. I Anniversary cervices were held at ¡ Salem Welsh Congregotional Church, Penybank, Llandiio. on Sunday and Mon- day. The Revs. D. Curwen Daviee, Siloh, Pontaroothi, and D. Esgair James, Capet Mair, Cardigan, officiated. There were large congregations at all the services. Mr. Peregrine, l/resbyterian. College, Car- marthen, introduced the service on Mon- day night. The following ministers were present.:—Revs. W. Davies, The Walk; John Davies, Capel Isaac; Wm. Harires, Penrbeol; Pugh, Cwmdu. The ser- vices were conducted hy the Rev. Stephen Thomas (pastor). Miss R. Thomas, Cefll- dulais, presided at the organ, and the singing was conducted by Mr. John Roderick, Lower Walk. The Revs, E. T. Owen, Saron, Llan- geler, and Juo. Davies, Tabor, LlaJiwrda, occupied the pulpits at the Tabernacle and Capel Newydd Congregational Churches last Sunday. A letter has been. received, from Sergt. Jack Lewis, I. 1th W^lsh, brother of Mr. Ted Lewis, 37, New-road, Llandilo. Up to the outbreak of war Sergt. Lewis was a postman at Llandilo. He is now in the Dardanelles, and has been through sonne hard fighting. At the time of writing he wajj very cheerful and in good health. Pte. Willie Perks of the sajne regiment has been invalided from. the Dardanelles, and is now in hospital in England suffer- ing from dysentery. Pte. Wm. Henry Howells, 1/tth Welsh, son of Mr. Wm. Howells, bandmaster Territorial band, is also in hospital. He is expected home before long on sick furlough. He is suffering from shock. Other parents who have rece' ved letters from their sons at the front include Mr. BTttt) Ffairfach. His son. Corporal B. H. Butt, 9th Battalion Royal Welsh Fusi- ilers, says lie has been in the trenches 12 days. Of there, four days were wet, and they recalled their experiences at dear old Parkhouse Camp on Salisbury Plain last winter. Private John Williams, 2/'4th Welsh, of Ffairfach, Llandilo, who, at the time of his enlistment was a superintendent under the Law and Integrity Insurance Co., is at present: doing orderly duties in a hospital in Egypt. Mr. Williams, of Greenfield-place, Llandilo, who went through the South African War, and was afterwards em- ployed at the Urban Council Electric Light Works at Llandilo, rejoined the colours when war broke out. He is at present in France attached to the Veter- inary Corps. Pie. E- Jones, who was formerly em- ployed at the Angel Hotel, Ll&uailo, and Mr. Edwards, coal merchant, Ffairfach, is also a hospital orderly in Egypt. The V.T.C. of Llandilo has now a mem- bership of 84. It is humorously stated that one corpulent member, who, when he joined looked hopefully forward to being able to reduce his weight by the drills and parades, has actually put on. more flesh, and is considering whether ho can take proceedings with a view to re- ceiving compensation for his adde(i weight. The following weddings have been re- corded at the Itegistry Office:-Win. Hop- kins, Pleasant View, Drefach, Llana.rth- ney, to Marion Richards, Glynmoch, Am- manford; Fob. Davies, Tyreithin, Llan- fynydd, to Mary Thomas, Pantygelly, Llanfynydd.
I - -? - NEATH.!
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I -? NEATH. Tar spraying is in progress on the Briton- ferry roau near Neath. As a result. "spotted socks "are again popular. Neath Fair was this year a f' sober one. Only one offender for drunkenness came be- fore the Bench on Monday. And he came from Abertawe! For the first time for many years a box- ing booth was allowed in Neath Fgir. Which may mean that the Corporation is encouraging the fighting spirit. The secretary and helpers ot the I(ed Cross Hospital, Gnoll Park-road, Neath, desire to thank those who brought and sent gifts of groceries, vegetables, fruit, and money on Pound Day." As a result the cupboards at the Hospital are stocked for many weeks, and the soldiers-the majority of whom have been at the front-are < k- tBMnely grateful tor the many luxuries provided. A sum of 197 6s. 4d. was collected at Neath in connection with the Russian Flag DaY. The work of collecting was carried out with praiseworthy zeal by the echolara siid female teachers of the Neath Schools, to whom the greatest credit is due. Hie organising secretary was Mr. W. Bowen Davies. who was assisted by Mr. Gomer Jenkins. Disabled from following his employment, Mr. Benjamin Rees has been presented wiUi a cheque for £100 by the Melyn Branch of the British Steelsmelters' Association. The presentation was made by Councillor George Davies, Britonferry, who dwelt eloquently on the benefits derived through the channels cf a trades union. At a meeting of the Neath. Board of Guar- dians on Wednesday, the Chairman (Mr. K. J. Hopkins) moved ,i vote of condolence m ith the relatives of their late clerk, Mr. Howel Cuthbertson. He (the chairman) said he felt eure the Board would desire the Board to place on record their appreciation of his faithful service for over half a century. Rev. Henry Hughes seconded. The resolu- tion was carried in silence. Mr. Edward Powell resumed the in- qriry at Melincrythan, Neath, on Wednes- day morning, on the body of Arthur Morgan Davife. Coronation-road, Neath, who died at his work on Monday at tb9 G.W.R. carriage shafts.—Dr. D. Llewellyn Davies, who conducted the post-iaortcai. said death was dV8 to syncope, from heart disease of long standing, accelerated by lifting a heavy chain, as desscribed by a witness at Tuesday's hearing. Mr. Arthur Evansi, solicitor, Neath, repre- sented the widow and deoeased's union. There was only one offender at Neath Police Court on Monday. Wm. Bevan, Swansea, was fined 5s. for obstruction. The business of the court lasted five minutes, and the Mayor, Mr. Matthew Arnold, congratulated the Chief Con- stable upon what he termed practically a sheet during the fair week. With the ancient borough invaded by thou- sands of visitors, he felt bound to com- ment. upon the satisfactory conduct of the I people. Sergeant Harry Hoi brook, one of the 85 "boys" from Orchard-place Baptist Church, Neath, now serving in the King's Army, has been home for a short leave after eleven m ontht4 with the 6th Welsh somewhere in France." It was quite a tonic to note lr* absolute confidence aa to the ultimate reeult of the war, 44d to hear him speak of the new "Lloyd George" shell, which p. confidently states is "the goods." On hi* return he had the good wishw of q. hqst 01 friends, who saw bm^ off at the station. Miss Fannie 0. Curtis, the ^Neath lady guardian, has been re-elected for the l\e%t three yea ft, £ a member of the Board of | Governors of the Welsh National Memorial to King Edward VII.; to represent the County of Glamorgan Welsh National in- suranee Committee. Miss Curtis, who is s. sister to the Town Clerk of Neath. is a; great social worker, and her activities in the town and district are much appreciated CHILD AND THE CANDLE. I Mr. Edward Hall held an inquest at I Clyne, near Neath, ou Tuesday, on the body of Hannah langmaid, the four-year- old daughter gf David und Catherine Laogmaid, Whitwortli-cottages, Clyne. who was fatally burned on Saturday night. The mother told the jury that she put the children to bed at 10-.30 on Saturday night, and at two o'clock in the morning was groused by cries from the children's room. On entering the bedroom she found Hannah in ilames on the floor. She had left the candle burning in the room. -aid death was di-i4,, Pr. Jones, Resolven, said death was due to shock from severo burns. A verdict of accidental death was re- turned. AN UNFORTUNATE REMARK. a. At Aberavon on Monday, James smitti, Cattle-street, Neath, was charged on re- mand with maliciously wounding Geo Jeffreys, 37, Ethel-street. Nth. at the Jersey Hotel, Cwmavon. on Sept. 7th. Both parties were ta, ^prayers in the employ of the Neath Riural District CouNcil. Prosecutor said that, during the dinner hour. he and defendant went to the Jer- sep Hotel aod were having a drink to- gether. They had a, conversation about th-e army. and high words passed. De- fendant said, If the Germans came here they would not hurt me!" Witness said. If y,u say that I will flatten you," and defendant replied, I will knock your brains out!" Witness struck defendant. and tbe latter retaliated by striking him on tho head with an earthenware mea- sure, inflicting a severe wound and ren- dering him unconscious. Defendant was fiiled 5;3 or one month.
NEATH ABBEY.
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NEATH ABBEY. A farewell and presentation meeting was held at the Ebeaeaer Welsh Wesley an Chapel on Monday evening, Mr. W. Pickrell (checkweiglier) presiding. The chairman said the object waa to bid farewell to Mr. Willie Evans, who was leaving the locality for Crleon Training College. The bU4Cb members were sorry to part with such an upright, steady, and energetic young man. but he trusted that his course of training would be a most successful one. Mr. Evans was deserving of the highest praise for his services, both as a Sunday school teacher and suhorganist. Mr. John John, on behalf of the Taillwyd Sunday School, presented Mr. Evans with a Welsh Bible, Mr. David John a portmanteau on behalf of ihle church, and Mr. D, P. Jones .» purse of gold. Messrs. T. J'ickrell, Stephen Morris. W. Jones, and W. Davies also spoke. Songs were given by Messrs. J. W. Jones, Rd. Evans, W. Davies, and Ben Poley. The lat- ter also accompanied. Mr. Tom John ("Ap loan") recited "Comrade Jim." "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau" was- sung to close a pleasant evening.
PONTYCYMMER.I
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PONTYCYMMER. Mr. E. E. Powell, deputy coroner, held an inquest at Pontycynimer on Monday on the body ol David Llewellyn Lewis, aged 20. Deca^sed had been employed at the FfaJdau Colliery. Deceased's mother said he told her on July 26th that h.e had had a clout with a piece of coal on the ribs and he threw up some blood." Dr. Hussell said death, in his opinion, was due to pneumo- nia., and, his condition was quiffe consistent with the statement that he had been in- jured. The jury returned a verdict that death occurred as the result of the accident
PORT TALBOT.I
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PORT TALBOT. At the New Theatre, Port Talbot, on Sun- day night, ap exceedingly interesting series of bioscooe picture were shown of actual scenes taken at the front and in the various countries where warfare prevails. The lecturer was Mr. Frank Carlton, the war correspondent, who was enthusiastically J e-I ceived. Frederick Crowley, collier, Duffryn Ville, Port Talbot, was charged at Aberavon on Monday with travelling on the footboard of a pwssen&er train. Mr. Arthur Deere, prose- cuting for the R. and S.B. Railway Co., said that defendant jumped ort the footboard of the guard's van and rode the length of the platform. Defendant was fined 7if.. 6d. or 14 days. 1. -7 'PORT TALBOT SHIPMENTS. The shipping trade at Port Talbot Docks for the week ended Saturday, September U, was again exceptionally brisk, the tonnage dealt with being well over the average. The total trade amounted to 57,818 tons, made up of 54,582 tons exports and 3,236 tons imports. Compared with the corresponding week of last year, an increase was shown on the total trade of 36,251 tons. Of a. brisk export trade, the chief items consisted of ooal nd patent fuel to foreign ports. The details of shipments are as follbw:- Exports.—Coal (foreign), 50,330 tons; coke (foreign), 586 tons; patent fuel (foreign). 1.961 tons; coal (coastwise), 107 tons; angles. 958 tons; ballast, 277 tons; tin bars, 363 tons; total, 54,582 tons. jul,ports.-Pig iron, 200 tons; iron pyrites. 2.500 totw; pitwood, 500 tons; sand. 36 tons; total, 3,236 tons. Total trade, 57,818 tons. Vessels in dock on Saturday: U steam "nd three sail.
PONTRHYDYFEN.I
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PONTRHYDYFEN. I Pte. Dd. Thomas Miles, North Staf- ford, a native of Pontrhydyfen, who was killed in action an the 23rd August in the Dardanelles. At the outbreak of the war he enlisted in the Welfh Regi- ment. and trans- ferred to the Staf- fordshire Regiment. In times of peace he worked at the Cynoii Colliery. He was a very genial young fellow, and I popular amongst all classes.
RESOLVEN.
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RESOLVEN. The inaugural meeting in connection with the evening classes of th, County Council were held at. the Counoil Schools, Resolven, on Monday evening. At the meeting certi- ficates were distributed to the succecafiil students of the previous year. Councillor T W. Herbert, occupied the chair. It was announced that Mr. Gomer Hughes. M.E., would lecturo on Coal and its Uses Mr. Iiughes, however, was not able to ih tlend. There waA a fair attendance. Interest in the aubjjet of coal mining seems to be as great as in previous years. Resolven is going in for a Russian "Mas Day. A committee ba.6 been formed to work the proceedings. A committee meeting was recently held. when it was decided that a. flag dav should be held on some day when a. good number of visitors will be in the village. Miss Jennie Daviee has been up-, pointed secretary, and the work of prepara- tion is well in hand. Nothing need be said a-bout. the desirability of helping the Russian Red Cross Association, but it is hoped that a respectable sum will be realised. In connection with the local ar- rangements thfere is much wor k to be dona. A house-torbouse collection will be ar- ranged. When the collocefors call it is hoped tre will he a liberal respQD. The ca U" is cen13' & worthy one, iu6 as the whole, proceeds ? swell tba,fa of the Red Croa* Society of our great Ally, Russi*.
--0, SKEWEN.
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-0 SKEWEN. Mr. W. C. Bevan, of the R.A.M.C., of Woodland-road, while on short leave, waa presented by Councillor Ogley L. David (on behalf of the committee) with a oilver cigarette case, suitably inscribed. He had come home in charge of wounded from the Dardanelles. Throughout, Sunday and on Monday even- ing special UwrVO4 fe$Uval services wore  held a.t the Skewen Free Mission Hall. On ) Sunday morning and evening the phers ¡ were: Mr. T. Jones, Mr. Wm. Curtis, and Mr. Morgan Eynon. At 2.30 M. John Ware pre- sided over a. musical service, -in address I being delivered by Mr. W. G. Wa.re. At the public meeting on Monday evening Mr. James Trott took the chair. Mr. W. J. Clement6 and Mr. Charles Noot being the speakers. The following successes are announced from Skewen in the Central Welsh Board Ccrti&cate ex?mina?tioHs:—Senior Certifi- cate Li"n Cole, E'rt Daniels (three dis- t-meticm). Gertie Evans, Wm. Evans (one distinction), D. Eynon GdbbH (one distinc- tion). Sidney Thomaa (three diEt-in(,? ?i..? Maida Tuk"r. Ernest D?Yjes WiUia?m?. Junior Certificate: John Hy. Bowen, Katie Davies. David Dawkins {four distinctions). On Friday, Skewen. Neath Abbey and Jersey Marine were. alive with excitement and it was nothing but Russian emblems from parly,morning until late in the evening. When the totals for the day were made out. it was found the sale of flags reali6ed 4:64 17s. 7d., with the house- to-house card collection of £ 35 8s. Id.: the grand total wa»s £90 56. 8d. The officers of the committee were: Chairman, the I, .Rev. J. Evan Jones; joint hon. se<-s., Msr. (Dr.) D. L. Jones and Mrs. J. C. Beynon; hon. treasurer. Mrs. Hy. Reason.
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I TONNA. .At Neath, on Friday. Walter Price, Donlan Farm, Tonna, was by Bessie Stephens, Clyne, in respect of her child. Mr. W. Lewson appeared for com- plainant, and said the defendant had acted m a most callous manner. He took ad- vantage of the girl, who was a domestic servant at the farm, under a promise of marriage, and rather than face the music he had vanished.—The lkneh made all order of 4s. per week for 14 years.
I-I IC.W.B. EXAMINATIONS.…
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C.W.B. EXAMINATIONS. List of Successes of Neath County School Pupils. The following is the list of su^cesse* gained by pupils of the Xeath County Se hool Higher Certifi(-ate.-A. W. Bowen, M. Havden, C. A. Morgan, E. Noot, M. W. •Slade, E. WTxite. Senior Certificate.—M. Bowen (1), L. Cole, E. Daniel < 3), E. C. Davies (I). M. Davies, W. S. Davies, G. M. Evans, W. Evans (1), D. M. Gardiner. D. E. Gibbs (1), V. M. Griffiths (1), T. H. Gwynne, E. Henry, (>. Hopkins, K. Howells, C. James, H. Jarvis (I), W. J. Jenkins, C. Jonffi (3), G. Jones. J. E. Jones, M. Jones (1). M. A. Janes (1), R. G. Jones, C. A. Lewis (I), G Llewelyn (2), M. V. Merchant, A. Morris (1), F. E. Morris, K. V. Morris (1) R. Morris (2). D. E. Morso (1), LI. Powell, A. Rees, G. Rees, O. G. Rees (3), G. M. Roderick (1), N. E. Sartin (i), B. Sherwood (3), T. D. Stroud (2), D. Thomas, E. K. Thomas. S. Thomas (3), W. LI. Thomas (2), M. Tucker, J. L. Walters (2). Y. H. L. Walters (2), J. Webber, E. D. Williams. E. J. Williams M. Williams (4). Supplementary Certifi.cate,-E. Hutch- inson, C. A. Morgan. Junior Certificate.—1G. B. Blamah (2); E. Beesley (1), S. T. Bowden (4), J. H. Bowen, P. M- Bowen, M. C. A. Brown, A. M. Davies (3), C. J. Davies, M. J. Davies (1), P. Davies, D. R. Dawkins (4), A. J. Evans (3), O. J. Evans, E. E. Gardiner, E. A: George, R. H. Harry (3), B. W. Heme, R. K Henry (1). J. 11. Howells (2). E. Â. Jenkins (1), LI. B. John (3), A. E. Jones (1), B. Jones, 1). Jones, T. V. Jones (5), J. P. Jones, M. Jones, S. R. Jones. C. D. Kriescher (1), F. S. McCutcheon, H. 1". Morgan (3), R. W. Poley (3), A. J. Rees (2), P. M. Stacey, D. G. F. Steward (8). E. M. Vanstone (3). D. C. Venables, G. Watkins, 1). P. Williams (5), G. M. Wil- liams, J. Williarqs (1). L. M. Williams. The figures within parentheses indicate I num ber of distinctions. The following hold certificates equival- ent to Welsh Matriculalion: —-E. Daniel. M. Davies. D. M. Gardiner, D. E. Gibbs. V. M. Griffiths, E. Henry, R. Howells, C. Jones, G. Jone.s, G. Llewelyn, K. V. Morris, L1. Powell, O. G. Rees, G. M. Roderick, N. Sartin.. B. Sherwood, D. Thomas, W. LI. Thomas. J. L. Walters, M. Williams, and E. C. Davies.
ICONDEMNATION FROM •TRENCHES.
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CONDEMNATION FROM •TRENCHES. In his monthly message to the members I of the Boilermakers' Society, written this time from Somewhere in France," Mr- John Hill, the general secretary of the Society, refers to his visit to the trenches. and says officers and men asked him how it was that required munitions had not arrived. He stood up" for the men at home, and said they were working very hard and for very long hours. Officers and men replied: What about the engineers, and niiners' strikes"' and to this ques- tion Mr. Hill admits he could give no .answer satisfactory to them. It was no telling them how much employers were blameworthy- their conviction was that no I)er.,ional gain or loss justified the slightest delay in producing jounitionq. and that, whether workman or employer. a person responsible for such delay should be shot as a traitor to his comrades and brothers in the trenches.
|ROBBED BELGIAN REFUGEE.I
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ROBBED BELGIAN REFUGEE. I A man named Frank Brown was sen- I tenced by the Recorder at the Old Bailey, on Tuesday, to eighteen months' hard labour and twelve strokes of the cat for robbery with violence from a Belgian refugee, Gilles Japsenne. Japsenne met a number of men at Wal- thamstow, and after visiting a public- house with them was invited to go to Tottenham Marshes. He did so, and was knocked down, kicked, and robbed. There were soveral previous convictions against Brown, who was only released from prison eleven days before the assault. i
! j PLAN OF GERMAN BANKERS…
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PLAN OF GERMAN BANKERS New York. Wednesday.—Not a single banking house with eVen the reniot"-t connection with German financial inter- ests has been invited to'send-representa- tives to the gatherings of the Anglo- French Commission, it is reported t'je German bankers meditate the flotation of a half a billion dollar German loan in order to withdraw the money from 111,3 market, thus making it unavailable to thq Allies.
AUSTRIA WANTS MEN.I
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AUSTRIA WANTS MEN. I I The following appeared in a French communique issued by the Press Bureau on Wednesday:— The Austrian Consul-General in the Netherlands issues a notice to the effect, that he itS taking a census of the subjects of Austria-Hungary. Bosnians and Heri,- goinians born in 1837 and Austrian sub- jects or dependents of the empire living jee-t? or depeii 4 .r in the Netherlands must report their ad- dressee immediately.
I "GAZETTE n NOTICES. ;1
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I "GAZETTE n NOTICES. ;1 The London Gazette" of Tueisday night states that at alletiraordinry general meeting of the members of the Vn Sbipping Co., Ltd., recently hel? at 5, Gloucester-place, Swansea, it was re- solved that the company be wound up voluntarily. Mr. Trevor J. Matthewp was appointed liquidator for the purpose of such winding up.
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Captain Fredeiick E. Guest, M.P., has rsIio%tushc>i -kU-jiiapoin.tment -a s Camp to S'r John French, says Wedne#. I day's Let-don Qiwette."
LLANDILO GUARDIANS- ?
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LLANDILO GUARDIANS- ? A PAUPER'S DERELICT PROPERTY. Tho fortnightly meeting of this body I was held on Saturday, under the presi- dency of Mr. Evan Davies (chairman). Other members present were Mr. Robt. Matthews (vice-cliairman), lord Dynevor, Rev. Edred Jones, Mrs. Roberts, and Messrs. Arthur Williams, Dan Jones, W. Stephens, W. E. Richards, D. Thomas, J. Humphreys, J. Bevan, J. Lewis, Gomer Harries, W. Williams, J. Richards, L. iN. Powell, Caleb Thomas, W. Hopkins, Pritchard Davies, W. Roberts, J. L. Wil- liams, W Lewis, the Clerk (Mr. It. Shipley Lewis) and other officials. The Master reported that Lord Dynevor had sent his annual gift of venison to the House. The Lord Lieutenant of the county (Mr. J. W. Gwynne Hughes), and Mrs. Gwynne Hughes, last Tuesday, en- tertained Ihe inmates at Tregyb. The inmates numbered 56 against 62. There was a substantial decrease in the total of vagrants who had visited the House. On Thursday the children were entertained to tea by the Methodist Sunday School. A Derelict Small Holding. Mr. W. E. Richards, Llanegwad, called attention to matters connected with a small holding situated in a remote corner of the Parish of Llanegwad, known as Sfaesycnvg, on Crugmelin Mountain. The owner of the property was a pauper lunatic named Ada Jones, chargeable, to this FDion. She had a sister named Rachel Eviin6 who, up to October last re- sided at the place, and it was then thought, they were jointly the owners. Rachel Evans died, and Ada was now the owner. All the deeds and particulars were in the hands of Mr. Lloyd Price. Bryncothi, and their Clerk was in posses- sion of certain particulars. The place was now running to waste. The subject had been before ihe Board before, but it was unfortunate that their Clerk was not pmsent, so that he could explain matters to them- He had, however, men- tioned it to him that morning, and he had promised to bring it forward again in order that some steps might he taken. It was necessary that this should he done soon, as Michaelmate was ap- proaching, and Mr. Lewis told him that the place could not be let. They would have to get a magistrates' order to sell -it. According to Mr. Lloyd Price's estimate, it would realise about £60. The Chairman: Does he intend buying it? Mr. W. E. Roberts: I am afraid not. Mr. L. N. Powell: I move that our cletk be instructed to take the necessary steps to realise on the property if we have a claim to it. Mr. W. E. Roberts: I should like to mention that since the estimate was made by Mr. Lloyd Price the old house has been burnt down, whether by accident or design we cannot say, although an in- vestigation has been made by the local constable. The land is running waste. It is about 9 acres in extent. Mr. Gomer Harries seconded Mr. Powell's proposition. Lord Dynevor did not think tliev should die-pose of the matter straightaway like this. The matter should be dealt with through the Lunacy Commissioners, so that the Board might obviate the risk of placing themselves in a false legal posi- tion. At the same time he agreed with the proposal that their clerk should look into the whole question to see what steps they should take. His Lordship's suggestion was agreed to. RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. I A meeting of the Llandilo Rural Dis- trict Council was held on Saturday. The vice-chairman, Mr W. E. Richards, Velin- gwm, presided. Mr. Bown reeferred to a report of the proceedings with reference to the poIlu. tion of rivers by the collieries. Mr. Matthews said the same committee sat to deal with sanitary matters. There were a lot of things before them, but they were of the usual routine character. But there was one that perhaps stood out from the usuaJ run, viz., the taking of water guagings in Bettws. As this had been done during the wet weather, the Sani- tary Inspector thought- further guagihgs should be taken during the dry weather, 60 that a comparison could be taken, and it was decided to defer the matter until this had taken place. He moved the adoption of the report. The Sanitary Inspector said the subject was before the committee that morning, and it had been decided to meet at Peny- groes some day next week to have a look round tho collieries to see what they had done. Mr. Caleb Thomas asked if any reply had been received from Mr. J. H. Gwynne Hughes, or his agent, Mr. Davies, Krood- vale, with reference to water from Troed- rhiw. The Clerk replied in the negative. The question of improvements in con- nection with the drainage in Mountain- road and Ardwyn-road, near Coedcae, was brought forward by Mr. Gomer Harries, who suggested asking the owners to contribute something towards such im- provements The Inspector said this matter had been before the Council for some time. There was a Suggested scheme for the whole district. Whether they were going to carry out the scheme out of revenue or not was the point- What had been suggested by Mr. Harries was very much required, and was a question of the ex- penditure of about £:35. He would bring the matter forward that day fortnight, with a plan and estimate. Meanwhile he would have to interview Mr. Strick, who was always ready to do anything in the way of encouraging improvements. The committee approved the recom- mendation that Gurrcy-road be taken over, subject to the bridge being re- timbered and a little wiring be placed as a protection along the path to Penyhank. The condition of the road was satisfac- tory. Dr. JJonl. medical ofifcer of health for the district, reported an outbreak of diphtheria at Nantgaredig. Seven cases had been reported, all of which occurred amongst school children attending Nant- garedig school. He visited the cases on Monday. This school was in the Car- marthen Union, but the children resided in this Union, and was not in possession of a water supiily. He suggested that the attention of the County Education Com- mittee be railed to the matter. Mr. L N. Powell moved accordingly, and it was agreed to. Mr. Matthews: Court Henry is another place without a supply. The Chairman said he was glad to say that all the cases were in a mild form, and the children were recovering.
THE SENTRY AND THE MOTOR CAR.…
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THE SENTRY AND THE MOTOR CAR. Emlyn Lewis, tradesman, Eaton-avenue, Swansea, was summoned at Swansea County Police Court on Wednesday for driving a motor car at the Mumbles on August 25th with lights of greater bril- liancy than was necessary for the public safety, and for refusing information to the sentries. Mr. Edward Harris de- fended. Private W. H. Glyn said" that on the road at Limeslade Bay about 9.30 he saw a motor car with two bright headlights, The lights were visible from the sea. He 1 stopped the car and asked the driver whether he knew- he was not allowed there after dark, and he r-eplied that he did not. Asked for his name and address, he replied Lewis, Swansea." Private A. Griffiths. corroborated. Defendant, in evidence, said he was quite ignora-nt of the regulations, this being the first time lie had driven to the Munibles since the war. lie was only using sidelights—oil lamps. Ho gave all tItA information heimafeaskefl fnr -'H tttmi a bright moonlight nifht. The cam was dismissed. •
MARKETS.¡
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MARKETS. ¡ BUTTER. Cork, Thursday. First, 139; second, 132; third, 0; fourth, 0; superfine, 0; tine, 0; mild, 0; choicest boxes, 0; choice, 0; fresh butter from IStf. METAL. London, Thursday. Copper irregular. turnover 656 tons, 69-1& to 69 £ cash, TH to 70s three months. Tin firm, 153i to 1541 cash, 15i-i to 155i three months. English lead, 24. Foreign 23i lt> 22s Spelter, 70 to 67. Middlesbfo iron, (Us. lldd. cash, 65s. 4d. month. CORN. Bristol, Thursday. English wheat in rather larger supply at last week' s prices, 43s. to 45s. per quarter. In Foreign there was a better enquiry for old descriptions, supplies of Which are running short, and prices ad- vanced still h.. to Is. 6d. on the week. Grinding barley quiet, and 6d. cheaper. Maize 3d. to ttd. lower. Oats quiet, and values a turn in favour of buyers. MEAT. London, Thursday. Beef: Scotch short sides, 6s. to 6s. 4d.; extreme, 6s. 8d.; English, 5s. 6d. to 5s. 10d.; Irish, including Birkenhead killed, 5s. 4.d. to 5«. 8d.; chilled hind quarters, 4s 8d. to 5s., and 3s. 10d. to 4s.. Mutton: Scotch wethers, 6s. 4d. to 6s. &d.; ewes, 4s. 8d. to 5s.; English wethers, 5s. 8d. to Gs. Id.; ewes, 4s. 6d. to 4s. ]Od.p, Sydney, 3s. lid. to 4s. 2d.; River Plate, 4s. 2d. to 4& 5d. Lamb, 6s. 10d. Veal and pork quiet. CATTLE. London, Thursday. Arrivals of both beasts and sheep -were very small, and passed off slowly, prices being largely nominal. Total supplies: 3ij beasts, 20 sheep and lambs, and 5 calves. Bristol, Thursday. Beef, fair supply, best 93s. to 95s., sec- ondary 88s. pe rwt. moderate show. Sheep met steady trade, best Downs 10d.. prime light wethers 1041-d., heavy 10d, ewes 8Jd.; lamb ]ld. to Is. per lb., fair supply. Iligs-I)acon-ers and porkers 14s. 9d. per score. Eight hundred storo cattle. trade quiet, slightly easier rates. Milch cows £17 up to £25 each.
WEEKLY REVIEW OF THE. GRAIN…
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WEEKLY REVIEW OF THE. GRAIN AND FLOUR TRADES. By J. K CARTHEW, Grain Expert. Since posting my last review to the date of drafting this the weather has been mainly fine and dry—highly favourable for harvesting the cereal crope--the bulk cf which is aafely under cover in the Southern and Midland counties, whilst good progress is being made in securing thoee remaining in the North of England and Scotland. AU kinds of roots and after grass are making rapid growth; vegetables and fruit axe p en. tiful, .and live stock continues to do well Trade in fat stock is not quite so fast, but prices on the whole are fairly maintained. Beef, 9d. to JA.; mutton, 9d. to Is.; pork, 7id. to 9d. per lb. The wool market is steady, and prices- keep arm. Washed, k. 5id. to Is. 6id.; un- washed, Is. lbd. to Is. 2id. per lb. Threshing winter wheat has been hindered by unsettled weather, but climatic condi- tione for harvesting spring wheat in both the United State* and Canada have been very favourable; the ingathering is nearly completed, and record crops of fine griux are now assured. Threshing results of the recently-harvested cereals in Europe are on the whole up w ex- pect.ations. and in spite of the war the cops are in full average. Favourable reports continue to be received, of the growing crops in Australia aud Argentina, and the position in India. ebows further improvement, more good rains hav- ing fallen in miny paxts of the Empire. EIport8 of foreign wheat to Europe are still below the normal, but will soon, show a perceptible increase. Supplies of new English are quite up to the average for the season; warehouse stocks about unchanged. THE FLOATING GRAIN CARGO TRADE. Wheat.—Quiet and lower. Australian, nil; Russian, nil; Plate, 53&, 54s.; Indian, 53s.. 54¡,},; Ca.1fornian, 52s., 55s.; American Slvring- 46s. to 5fe. according to position; Winter 44s. to 53& acoording to position. Maize.-Dull. American, nominal; Russian nil; Plate, 30s. 6d., 31s. 6d. Baxley.-Quiet. American, 37s.. 37s. 6d.; Indian; 37s., 37s. 6d.; Persian, nominal. Oats.—Quiet. American, 38s.; 31s.; Rus- sian, nil; Plate, 24s. 6d., 26a. SPOT PRICES AT MARK LANE. Wheat.-Quiet and easier. Australian, nil; -Russi,in. nil; Plate. 54s., S5s.; Indian, 548" 55s.; Californian, 54s., -55s.; American Spring, 54s., 58s.; Winter, 50s., 55s. English New White. 43s., 47s.; New Red, 42s., 46a. ,Maize.-Dull. Russian, nil; American, nominal; Plate, 31s., 32s. Barley.—Quiet. English, 26s., 32s.; Foreign 2fIa.. 32s. od. Feeding Cakes.—Dull; demand, quiet. FLOUR Although there is a large supply of pota- toes, green vegetables, and fruit, consump- tion of bread is distinctly good for the season, and, as a consequence, the flour trade is fairly brisk for prompt delivery. Quotations ao follow:—Town Whites, 45s.; Households, 43s.; Country Patents, 39s.; Whites. American Spring Patents, 42f.1. 6d., 44s.; Manitoba Patents, 41s. 6d.. 43s.; Hard Kansas Patents, 41a., 42a. 6d.; Spring Bakers, 34s., J7s.; Hungarian Patent* nominal. WHEAT FORECAST. Shipments of wheat to Europe remain small, but are bound to visibly'expand in the near future, whilst crop reports, speak- ing generally, continue favourable. As I have forecasted for a long time, wheat mar- kets have had a considerable fall. and al- though prices arc now at a fairly reason, able level, I see no advantage in buying ahead. Regulate purchases by require- ments is the course to pursue. As regards the war, the outlook on the wh-ole is distinctly favourable for the Allies; they undoubtedly hold the whip hand. FEEDING STUFF FORECAST. There is little or no alteration to report in tthe consumption of dry food, it being* quite up to the average for the time of year. Markets in this department are quiet, ami prices rather easier. Buy from hamd to mouth is the correct policy.
CLAIMS OF RAILWAYMEN.
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CLAIMS OF RAILWAYMEN. The Press Association understands that the Executive Council of the National Union of Railwavmen will ask for an additional 2s. per week for men receiving war bonus of 5s. per week, and an additional 3s. per week for men now receiving a bonus of 2s. The following has been officially com- municated by the secretary of the Lan- dore branch of the Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen.— At our quarterly meeting on Sunday last the following resolutions were unani- nipusly carried, and I was instructed to forward them to you for publication:— That we instruct the Executive Com- mittee to call off the 'truce' and to set j al.out obtaining more wages and better conditions of service by completing and utilising the conciliation scheme or by any other nioans." That we instruct the Conciliation Board not to accept or enter into any fgreement with the G.W.R. respecting hours, wages and conditions of service unless the whole of the demands put for- ward by the men are i-onceded."
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Information has been received by th" Rev. D. R. Enoch, Pepclawdd, of th* death in France of Corpl. Richard I Southern. The news was conveyed in < letter from a friend, Private S. Davies, of Penclawdd, who states that he wat killed near his side, death being in- stantaneous. The deceased hailed from Birmingham, but worked at Penclawdd foT the last few years. He enlisted in. th< King's Royal Rifles in the early part ol le wu a-,regul 4 f tho^Bgpr-j jHe w.a*> a ■ regu 1 af«pla|W» in tlx local Soccer team, and was last eofe plGy«I at the Berthlwyd CfelEecr*