Herald of Wales and Monmouthshire Recorder

c- BR YN AMMAN. I Mr. Fred Harries, Rryfiamman, has gained •- the diploma of A.L.C.M., with honours, Brynamman ladies connected with the "concert given by the Ystalyfcra Concert Party, held recently, have decided to de- vote the surplus in hand ( £ 1$) towards adopting six Welsh war prisoners. They recently collected S25 towards send- ing Christmas gifts to Upper Brvnamman soldiers.

"u BURRYPORT. I An entertainment at the Lady Howard Y.M.C.A. Hot, Burryport, was presided over by Mr. Watkins. Another hut will be opened at Pembrey shortly. The wedding took plaice at Tabernacle Chapel. Burryport. of Sir. Joseph Daniel, Colby-road, to Migs GWeIl Jenkini, only daughter of Mr. and Mns- George Jenkins, AeUdiL Burryport. The bridesmaid was )11. Maggie Evans and the best nmn Mr. Thomas David Jenkin* The quarterly meeting of Bethany Sunday ttthool. Bnrryport, was presided over by I Sr. John Davies. and taken part in by-- Chrladys Evang. Lemuel Evans, Aneurin Bwh*. Eufuio Evans, Cliff Davies, Eunice Jones, Nellie Wilfiams. Bessie. Edwards, ikatio M. Williams. Cassie Hughes, Eather Mary Jones Lizsia Rees, W.I. Joaca. Aneurin Jones, Lewis Jones, Bessie 'Edwards, fsnrse Davies, Wm. Gritfithe-and Iriendj, Miss Peregrine, and Mr. Geo. Lewis. On Tuesday evening the annual meet- ing of Zion Band of Hope Savisgs Bank was held, the pastor, Rev. J. H. Rees, presiding. The treaeirrer, Mr. Howel Williams presented his 15th yearly report. ;Thjs .year nearly £200 had been received, during the past 15 years tho sum of ■^ £ 2,886 í){.d. had been received and paid ■ out to the members of the oonk. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to bties Jennie Evans (secretary), and Mr. H. Williams (treasurer), for their services during the year. HWRRESfTlNG EJE<71*MENT I An interesting discussion took place in I < ease before the Lkmelly Bench on Wed- nesday, in whiclt application was made l it)- ejactroent orders against six persons raiding at Nos. 1 to 6, Aelybryii-terrace, -,IUnwl-trtvt, Biiri-yl)ort. Mr. T. li. Ludford appeared to oppose th c* applications, and Mr. J. Lewis Phillips, who aid he was appearing Ola behalf- ot the Works Coarpany. 6tated that it hM Iwonw necessary for the firm "tt> find Uonsmg accommodation tor tlievr > riulled workmen, and as there were no '■"•IvrtKMs they could get at Bnr,TYlJ'Irt for t.h6!.e workman (he- had no alternative V'-hni; to buy hTbev v/crc ext.rr1 to take tD.i'lbe .k,pq. Wt it WAM through necessity that they did so, and unless the skilled workmen got decent houses tliey would not go to work at Burryport. After evidence had been given as to the serving of the notice in respect of the first house, Mr. Phillips, in the box, said that he was acting as solicitor and agent for the firm. Replying to Mr. Ludford, he said he had not let any of these hoctses poiqsonalfy. Mr. Ludford: Have you collected the re ja t. ? -.N.- o Before you sent the notice were you specially authorised to give notice in this particular matter by your clients,— Yes. In writing?—Yes. Mr. Ludford. examining the letter, con- tended that it contained no special authorisation for Mr. Phillips to act. Mr. Lewis Phillips, having addressed the Bench, Mr. Ludford said tlutt Mr. Phillips knew perfectly well that he was in a difficult legal position. He main- tained that before the letter was written Mr. Phillips got his definite instruction to serve titeso notices, but doubtless he could not prove it, because the instruc- tion was given by word of mouth. If Mr. Phillips could do w then he Mr., Lud- ford) would have to subside at once, but Mr. Phillips could not do so. The Bench decided to reserve the. point and proceed with the case. Mr. Ludford: I refuse to do that,. and I stand to my point. The thing is as plain as it could 00. Why not adjourn tho case? < The Bench adjourned the cases for a fortnight.

CARMARTHEN. Pooccy Darke, employed at a steelwork^ at Ebbw Vale. was at Carmarthen on Wednes- day sentenced to one month's imprison- ment for neglecting to maintain his wife and five children. who had become charge- able to the Guardians. Carmarthen Christmas Market was held on Wednesday. In the morning normal prices ruled, but toward s the afternoon the demand became more brisk and prices rose. In the morning geese sold at about is. per lb., but later in the day Is. 2d. and Is. 3d. was paid. Tnrkevs, in the morning, sold at is. Id. and 1s. 2d. per lb., but in the afternoon they fetched is. 3d. to Is. 5d. The Carmarthenshire Live Stock Com- mittee. at Carmarthen, on Saturday, Mr. Evan JoncH (Manoroilo't presiding, made t.wo grani.7 to the Carmirthenshire Shire Horse Society and one to Llandovery Union, Sympathetic references were made by Mr. H. E. E. Richards. J.P., at Carmar- then Polico Court on Monday to the severe loss sustained by the Mayor (Aid. John Ip-wi.b) through the death of his sister. MT,q. Gibl)on, wife of tiie Rev. J. Morgan Gibbon. He moved a vote of condolence with the Mayor.—Mr. J. B. Arthur, J.P., seconded, and the vote was curried witli all preents upstanding- Acknowledging the votes, the Mayor said that out of nine children, he was now the only one left. New« was received at Carmarthen on Wed- nesday of the death in action at the Dar- danelles of Lance-Corporal Edwyn Phillips, Welsh Field Co., Royal Engineers. Deceased, who was the eon of Mr. D. Phillips. Glanawt House, Pontycymmer. was employed, prior to his enlisting, with Mr. J. Jenkins, draper, Carmarthen. He wae welllmown in Carmarthen, where he acted as secretary of the Shop Assrtetansf Union. He was also a member of the Carmarthenshire Insurance Committee. A verdict of Accidental Dea-th was returned at an inquest held at Carmar- then on Monday by Mr. Thoe. Walters, coroner, ret?j>ecting the death of Phillip Prioe, the five-year-old child of Thomas Price, labourer, Blue-street. Evidence showed that the child got under the wheel of a wagon, and practically the whole of tlie muscle of the calf of the leg was torn away. Death was due to shock and loss of blood.—The Coroner said it was a very unfortunate accident. The driver was not in amy way to blame. ABGR"TCT"S ESTATE I Mr. George Morgan, of 24, King-street, Caimarthen. architect. who died on Nov. 5th last, left estate of the gross value of j ?4.520 ?. 5d.. of which ?2,081 1?. 2d. ia1I net personalty. Probate of his will has been granted t.? hi3 sons, Mr. John Howard Morgan and Mr. Wm. Vincent Morgan, both of Car- marthen. The testator left his motor-garage in Barnsfield-terrace. Carmarthen, and, £ 50 i to his son William Vincent; t50 to his son George Siry C4,000 and his residence to his son John Howard; gloo each to his daughters Florence and Charlotte Clara; and Elizabeth, and his four houses in Barnsfield-terrace in equal shares, and the residue of his estate to his said son John.

-0 0 DUNVANT. On Monday aiternoon the funeral took I place of Mr. Wm. Howells. of Howell's-] road. Deceased was one of the oldest in-, habitants in the district. He was 96 years of age. He was a deacon at Siloam I Baptist Church. The chief mourners-were John, Morgan and Robert (sons) Sarah Ann (daughter), Willie and Abraham i (grandsons). The Rev. J. H. Daviesl (pastor) officiated. Other ministers who I took part were the Revs. D. Price (Bethesda), E. G. Davies (Diinvant), Edmunds (Swaneea), John Williams (Barry), and —. Hughes (Ravenhill).

GOWER. At the inquest conducted at Celybean Farm. Gower, on Saturday, by the deputy county coroner (Mr. C. J. C. Wilson) upon the body of George Jones, a labourer aged 79, of Cetybean Cottage, Gower, all verdict of death from natural caue" was returned-

GOWERTON. At a special meeting of the Gowerton and District Cymrodorion Society, held on Thursday, December 16th, art Taber- nacle, Gowerton, Mr. J. Walter Jones, B.A., headmaster of the Intermediate School, Ystradgyr.lais, delivered a lecture on A Brief Synopsis of Welsh Litera- ture." The lecturer gave a brief survey of Welsh Jiterature from the period of the Cynffrirdd" up to modern times. The chairman was the Rev. D. M. Davies, Wa anarlwydd, and Mr. D. E. Williams, M.A., Rrfw. Lewis Rirhards, and Dewi Samlet also spoke.

GROVESEND. Another successful war concert was Md ?M*? on TbtH?day evMnng. Mr. John Beynon, M. E., ccHi?ry mar, presided over a packed attendance. The Grovesend j Choral Society, under the direction of Mr. Harry Williams, rendered some seleo- tions in capital style. Tiie programme was further contributed to by the- follow- ing well-known artistes: Misses Marion lewis, B. Bonnell, Muriel Morgan, Messrs. T. Hugh Jones, William A. Davies, Rhydwin Davies, all of Pontardulais; Mr. Harry Williams and Miss M. Williams, Grovesend, and Mr. W. Walters, Pontiliw. Mrs. R. Le.vshon Davies, TV.C.U. Pont- l ardulais, acted as aceompanist. J

I GORSEINON. Af-Aer aoom very keen and exciting games, tbe anpiMtl Christina*; billiard tourTroment wse fioi.hod om Tuesdar evening. The fol. lowing are tll-e winnersJvor Phil- lips, Ivor J. Phillips. Arthurj01su4s«k Wm. j SeejtB, WixL. LowMs B. Hudown. A Bryugwyn workman referring to a recent paragraph as to that works work- ing fall time, points out that it was not mentioned that one furnace is idle, and t&at the men loee one week out of four. Baptismal services were conducted by the Rev. AVatkins at Penuel, Loughor, an Monday evening. The following were baptised: Misses Harriet Evans, Gladys Evans, Bronwyn Francis, May Francis, Ifenaali Jenkins, Messrs. W. J. Evans, W. J. Williams, G. Dyer, and A. Thomas. ) It will interest Goreeiaon (readers to know that Rifleman Edward Morgan, 2nd Rifle Brigade, who has been out at the front for ] some months, ba6 been transferred to the RoyaJ Engineers. For many years 'Rifleman Morpan acted as the local correspondent for the Leader and HeraJd of Wales." He I has travelled extensively in Germany as an English teacher It was his knowledge of 1 tlJe. em of Labour Exchanges in German that secured him a berth in this country when they were introduced here. Previous to enlisting he was the etaff of the Labour Exchange at Cawtiiff. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Morgan, reside at Gors- Itinon, whilst a brother-in-law is Councillor Willifi-m Evans, Llanerch, Gorsienon, Private Arthur Jones, of the South Wale's Borderers, is home on sick leave at j 12, Trinity-street, Gorseinon. He joined tlie Cblours on the outbreak of war, was drafted out in November, and saw some severe fighting in. checking the German advance around Ypres at the time. He I has been wouniled by shrapnel several times, and on one occasion he was crushed and buried under a blown up trench. Previously employed at the Mountain Colliery, he has a wife and three children. A social evening under t\e auspices of the local I.L.P. branch was held at the Institute, Gorseinon, on Saturday. Tea tables were presided over by Mrs. Tohn Griffiths, Mrs. Oliver Harris, Mrs. W. J. Roberts, Mrs. Sid Lewis, and Mrs. David Lewis, assisted by the Misses M. Massey, M. A. Evans, E. John, a«d -At. Williams, assisted by Mrs. Grenfell, Mrs. Morris, and Mrs. Massev. After tea a lecture was delivered by Mr. A. Fenner Brock- way (editor of the Labour Leader ") who was supported by Mr. Dan Griffiths, Llanelly, the chairman being Mr. David Morris. The lecturer dealt with the position and policy of the party.

1, 0 I ¡ KILL AY. On Sunday afternoon and evening quarterly services of the Sunday school were held at the Upper Killay Congrega- tional Church. Rev. D. Morgan (pastor) presided. Interesting and excellent pro- grammes were provided by the scholars. who were assisted by the following:—Mrs. L. Jenkins. Mrs. B. Iatues, Hiss H. God- bier. Messrs. J. Jenkins, D. J. Davies, L. Evaiv», and C. A. Evans. Addresses were delivered by the Rev E. G. Davies, Messrs D. Lloyd, G. Davies, J. Elliot. Wi. Thomas. The accompanist was Miss C. Llovd.

0 I LOUGHOR. I Sergeant nwilym Richards, of the 6th Welsh, arrived at his home in Upper Town, Longhor, on Friday afternoon. He joined on the outbreak of war, and has seen over 12 months' active service in France, receiving his promotion on the field. It will be remembered that his I brother, the local postman, met his death whilst serving his King and country with the South Wales Borderers somewhere in France.

-0 LLANDEBIE. At Capel Hendre Methodist Church, Llan- debie, Mr. Mcees Rees, Aberdaiddwr, Uan- a.rthney, married Mise Maria Hughes, Bryn- drainog. IJandebie. At the National Schools, Mr. Robert Mat* thems. presiding, & concert was given in honour of Sergt.-Major R. Williams, R.W.P., Corp. J. Jones, and Driver J. Williams, ri-.F.A., all of whom have eeen extended ser- vice at the front. They were given a warm reception, and were made the recipients of useful gift..s. A masterly address on "The Young Ma a and his Future" was given to the Salem young men's r4eeting by the Rev. G. E. Wil- liams, Llandilo. Mr. T. Mayberry, M.E., pre- sided, and the following contributed to an informal discussion: Messrs. Wm. Roberts, Tom GY, John Evanii Dd. Jenkins, Dd. Davies, Wm. Ri«harde, Mrs. Owens, and the Hev. Jamee Davies, all expressing high ap- preciation at the address. A solo was given by Miss Avril Morgans. The wedding has taken pla ce of Mies Katie Nicholas, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas, Pantllyn-temace, Llandebie, end Mr. Eleazer Jones, youngest eon of >2r. and Mre. Jones, Castellygraig, Llandebie. The ceremony, which wag solemnised at the Sion- CongregationalChapel.was performed by Rev J. Orwye Evan6, assisted by the Rev. P. E. Evans. The bride wae given away by her brother, Mr. Dan Nicholas, Penygroes, and wae attended by Miss Eliaartetli Jones (sister of the bridegroom), who acted as brides- maid. The best man was Mr. Lewis Nicholas (brother of bride).

MORRISTON. I On Sunday afternoon a number of the soldiers stationed at Swansea paid their second visit to Morriston, when they were entertained at the Horeb School- room to a tea and concert provided by the members of the Horeb Sunday School. About fifty of the men accepted the in- vitation, and thoroughly enjoyed them- selves. An excellent tea was fdMowed by a very enjoyable musical programme, to which the following contributed:—Miss Gwennie rones, Mr. Edward West, Mr. Evans Evans, and the children's chodr, conducted both bv Mr. D. J. Lloyd, L.T.C.A., and Mr. Herbert Francis. Some greatly appreciated items were also pro- vided by some of the soldiers. Miss Mar- garet A. Morgans accompanied. The Rev. David Salmon (pastor) presided. On Sun- day next the soldiers will again visit Mor- riston, when they will be entertained at the Bethania Chapel. There was a large attendance at the Horeb Chapel, Morriston, on Sunday evening, when a Concert was held, the proceeds of which were devoted towards t'he pnrcftion of Christmas gifts for the Morriston soldiers and sailors. Mr. L. Heslop presided. -An enjoyable pro- gramme was provided, to which the fol- lowing artistes mntri.bu.ted :-Miss L. A. Thompson, Mr. John John, Mr. W. Ed- monds, Mr. W. Roberts, L.C.V., whilst a number of excellent renderings were given by the Mannesmann Male Voice Pa.rty. conducted hy Mr. Phillip John. Mi. D. J. Lloyd. L.T.C.L., ably accom- panied

PEN YG ROES.' Mwe May Davies, of Pantybas, Waterloo- road, ha. been "Het:&õrul in p.¡¡.t:il1g as an Associate of the London College of Music. She has also trained the higher division cer- tificate in harmony of the Royal Academy.

PONTARDULAIS. At the majority of local churches Christmas entertainments are being organised, the financial proceeds of which will be handed over to the boys gone to the war. As the result of a good coUeetibn at Siloh Congregational Chapel, a snb- stantial parcel of Christmas dainties will be sent to each of the 19 members of the ckwroh now en active service. Mr. David Davies, Allt-i-ago Faeh, an oM arid respected local haulier, bas julost a, veluflble bpTsr-bii; only couroe of liveli- hood. His friends axe orgemieme a. ftrod to atata eooi the lam The proceeds of the recent BaTiuirdo s concert totalled £ 22 Vs. lfld., including a donation of 11 Is. from the chairman, Mr. E. Arthur Williams. Miss Morwen Daviee, Birch Rock Villa, won the silver badge for Che highest individuaj collection. Mr. W. T. Hughes, ironmonger, lent a piano, and Miss Mima Law gave her ear vices—both gratis. Interesting services were hel<J at Babell Baptist Chapel on Sunday, the occasion being the Sunday School anniversary. The meetings were presided over by Mrs. Davies, Birch Rock Villa. Mr. Thomas Samuel and Mr. Philip Davies. The con- cregatiopal singing., under the direction of Mr. John Lake, was splendid. The fol- lowing contribu-ted to the excellent pro- grammes gone through during the day: Misses Verona Jones. Bronwen Fra.ncis, Mary H. Lewis, Morwen Davies, Eugenia. Jenkins, Iris Davies, Katie Griffiths, Violet Lake. Sarah A. Francis, Gwyneth Davies, May Davies, Arianwen Hopkins, Bronwen and Gwendoline Morgan, Gwen- ffrwd Jones, Muriel Jones, Myfanwv Wil- liams. Annie Williams, M. A. Hopkins, H. J. Phillips, A. M. Jones, M. A. Lowis, Mary Bonnell, Mesdames D. Joseph Davies, and Philip Davies, Messrs. John Lake. J. R. Morris. W. Jenkin Jones, William Francis, Morgan Morgan, Edward Davies. Willie Price, Tydain Davie-\ WiJIie Williams, Robert John Jones, Evsin Lake. Islwyn Price, Glyn Rees. Ebon Wil- liams. Her. Davies, Garfield Francis, Dd. Francis, Idris Price, and Arthur Gomcr Samuels.

PONTARDAWE. I The Home Secretary Las appointed Mr. T. HUW8 Davies to hold a local. inquiry in the rural district of Pontardawe in regard to an application made for the confirmation of a closing order, for the shops of various descriptions, made by the Pontardawe Rural District Council. The chief point as to whiclT the inquiry is to be held relates to the hour snops in the district shall close on Saturdays. At Pontardawe on Friday, Richard Bale, stoker, Trebanos, was charged with indecently assaulting Mrs. Amelia Richards, Penmacn Cottage, Gellyonen, on Saturday, October 23rd. There were a number of women in court, but they were cleared while complainant gave her evi- dence. Defendant pleaded Not Guilty/ He was committed to the Assizes. Defendant was next charged with in- decency on Gellyonen-road on Saturday, December 4th. Defendant was sent to jail on this charge for three months. -0

SWANSEA. I The Carmarthen Journal" alleges that the captured German gun now in Swansea was meant for Carmarthen. At the inquest held at Swansea gaol on Saturday upon the body of Richard May, Crumlin-stre.et, Swansea, who died on the 16tli inst., a verdict of natural causes was retilriied. For the ninth year, the "Lillie Thomas" benefaction—80 sums of 5s. each—was on Friday morning distributed at the Swan- ( sea Guildhall by the Mayor, Rev. J. Gilbert Rer-s (St. Paul's Church), and Mr. Meager (auctioneer). Master Ivor Thomas, Bonymaen, who has been successful in obtaining the diploma of A.C.V. at the London College of Vio- linists, Swansea. This brilliant little violinist is- only 12 years of age. Great c-Todit is due to his teacher, Mr. T. Howells, Cwm, Bonymaen. At Chris', Church, on Tuesday, the wel. ding w-as solemni-sed between Horace Sidney Rowe, of Wellington, Somersetshire, and Liliar. Margaret Williams,, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Williams, King Ed- wards-road. Swansea. The Hev. Canon J H, Watkins-Joncs, M A., officiated. The death is announced of Mr. H. A. Botwood, chief reporter of the "Birming- ham Daily Mail." Fifty-eight years of age, Mr. Botwood has been connected with the Birmingham Press for over 30 years. He had many friends residing at Swansea, wherohe was well known. Sergi.-Major R. B. Bates, 3rd R.A.M.C., who had a sharp attack of dysentry at Gallipoli and was sent to hospital at Malta, and later to a hospital at New- port, arrived home on Tuesday after- noon on sick leave. He is a hon of the late 1: Bates, ironmonger, St. Helen's- road. Swansea. Mr. Edward Aubrey Jenkins, fornterly of Powell-wtreet, Swansea, who joined the Royal Naval Division about 12 montas ago, has made remarkably line progress. He was one of the young men who Lieut. John Hodgens predicted would soon forge ahead, and now it is announced that young Jenkins has been promoted to a sub-lieutenancy. Assistant-Scoutmaster Stephens, of the 14th (Manselton) Troop of Boy Scouts, Swansea, has received a letter from Sir Robert S. Sy Baden-Powell, Chief Scout, congratulating the troop upon the excel- lent results of their concerts in "aid of the ambulance providing and hut-building scheme. Scoutmaster Arthur Rowe^ Asoietant-Scoutmaider E. Loveil and Mr. A. E. Freethy were also associated with organising the entertainment. Mrs. Crumpton. of S, Forbes-street. Landcire. has been officially informe d thai L:-tr !L and. Se?eaB? Ge"Ae "L QcM? bm ton, was killed in the Battle of Loos, October 2nd. Sergeant Crumpton, who was 38 years of age,- went out with the 6th Welsh, and previous to his joining was working at the Upper Bank. He was previously with the Territorials for 20 years. The South African papers to hand con- tain an account of the wedding of Miss May Roberts, the well known vocalist, who left Swansea some time ago for the Colony. The ceremony took place at St. Jameses Church, Sea Point, Cape Town, on November 20th, the bridegroom being Mr. Archie Jones, of Bahonie, Transvaal (late of Landore). The Rev. T. H. Jef- freys officiated. Mr. A. T. Strawbridge, 33, Rhondda- street. Swansea, who formerly held the posiiicyn of postman for 27 years, and prior to that ac-ted as postal telegraph messenger for about five years, received on Tuesday morning the memorial service liiedal. He retired about 12 months ago. The medal was presented by the Post- master, Mr. Pascal, who wished the re- cipient a long life and every happiness. At the Parish Church, Swansea, on Monday, the marriage took place ■'between Mr. Leonard William Ward, third son of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Ward, of Tadworth, Surrey, and Miss Muriel .Kathleen Mattey, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Mattey, George-street, Swansea. The ceremony wa.s performed by the Rev. the Hon. W. Talbot Rice, M.A., Vicar of Swansea, assisted by the Rev. J. M. Perry, M.A., senior curate. Mr.. and Mrs. John Morgan, of Sidney- street, Brynliyfryd, have been the recipi- ents of very beautiful tokens of respect from the staff and workmen of the Morfa copperworks. Mr.' Morgans has been em- ployed there for the last 49 years. Mr. Llewellyn Hawkins, the engineer, made an eulogistic speech, and presented Mrs. Morgans with a gold-mounted umbrella, suitably inscribed, and Mr. Morgans with a purse of gold and a silver-mounted walking stick. NECK BROKEN BY FALL. An inquest was held at Landore Police Station on Monday afternoon on the body of Thomas Jenkins. of 102, Pentre-terrace, Swansea. The evidence showed that Jen- kins met his death as the result of a heavy fall from the top of the stairs at his house on to the kitchen floor. The wife stated he was subject to faints, and Dr. Hubert Thomas also bore this out. The doctor .said deceased had a frac- tured dislocation of the neck. A verdict in accordance with the medi- cal testimony was returned. DEATH OP A SOLICITOR. We regret to record the death, which took place about 11 o'clock on Wednes- day morning, of Mr. John Jones Lewis, of Richmond Villas, Swansea. The deceased gentleman had been ill about, eight months. lie leaves a widow, and one daughter, who is the wife of Mr. Harold Rees, son of Mr. John s, District Superintendent at the Great Western Railway, High-street. Deceased had been connected with the office of Messrs. Hartland, Isaac, and Watkins since the year 1876, and for some years occupied the position of man- aging clerk. In 1900 lie was admitted as a solicitor, and in 1904 became a member of the present firm on the death of Mr. David Isaac. He was clerk of the Gower- ton Group of School Managers, and a member of the Walter-road Congrega- tional Church. He was a staunch Liberal in politics. The funeral will take place on Monday, leaving the residence- at 11 o'clock for Crynant. The arrangements are in the hands of Messrs. D. C. Jones and Co., Castle-square, Swansea. THE SPELTERHAVS WALK. John Courts, epelterman, was summoned at Swansea on Wednesday for having been in the Commercial Inn on Sunday during pro- hibited hours. Mr. Newcombe defended. Evidence was given by P.C. Dunn, who said defendant came down there regularly, and had to be reported. *Mr. Newoombe said defendant was a spelterman, following an unhealthy employ- ment, and who had only one Sunday off in two weeks. He complained that defendant had been treated in a very inquisitorial fashion, and led to believe that be was guilty of a very great crime. He submitted that not only was defendant not guilty, but it was a great scandal to bring the man here simply because be went for a, walk on Sunday evening and called at a licensed house to obtain reasonable refreshment. Defendant said he had been working on a 24 hours' shift, and on Sunday evening went for a walk. He missed his way, a.nd found himself on the main road at Killay. He called at the Commercial and had one pint of beer. He denied tho ''officer's statement that he was often in the house, and anid he had not been down there for three months. The caae was dismissed. MR. BEN TILLETT SENDS A WREATH. An impressive funeral -took place on Saturday afternoon, when the remains of Mr. James Johns, of 39, Iorwerth-street, Manselton, Swansea, were laid to rest. Mr. Johns, who previously held a respon- sible position at Messrs. Vivians' Works, was als-ó a faithful member of the Dock- ers' Union. For the latter he acted for fifteen years as their trusted secretary, and also held, the position of senior auditor for thirteen years. A representative gathering of the dock- ers attended and members of the society elsewhere. Among the latter were: Mr. H. W. Kay (London), Mr. Daley (Bristol), Mr. David Bonbam (district secretary for Port Talbot District), etc. There were a large number of mourners, the chief of whom were: Mrs. John (wifel, Harry (son), Evie (slaughter), Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Johns (brother and sister-in-law), Mrs. Sarah Booy (sister), Miss L. Lloyd (cousin), Mr. aid Mrs. Baker, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Thomas, Mr. J. C. Evans, Mr. and Mrs. John Evans, Mrs. Johns (cousin). The body was enclosed in an oak coffin, covered by a large number of wreaths. Wreaths were recfrived from Mr. Ben Tillett, the Executive Council, and office of the Dock., Wharf, and Rivrrside and General Workers' Union.. There were also wisftUxs JfaaMft Mr. Ba(Baetcfc. from deceased's wife, sisteze, brother-itt- I law, and nephews. I ADVOCATE RETURNS FEE. I John Evans and Sidney Richards wen ) charged at the Swansea Police Court an Wednesday with trespassing in pursuit of rabbits at Penygraig Hill on land occu pied by Mrs. Davies, Cwmbaoh Farm, the game being the property of the Earl of Jprsey. Mr. W. Price prosecuted, and Mr. Hy. Thompson defended. Mr. W. Morris, ranger for the Earl of Jersey, told how he had seen defendants on December 5th on the land named. He caught one of their dogs, and defendants ei-ch came up and claimed it. Miss Alice Williams and B. G. Wright also gave evidence. At this point, Mr. Thompson, who had been in conversation with his clients, remarked I don't think I am giving satisfaction to my clients, and so I think it my duty to retire from the case. Here's your fee!" he added, handing a packet to one of the defendants. As Mr. Thompson was leaving the court, the chairman. Mr. A. H. Thomas, rAy- served r I think I ought to say we find no fault with your advocacy, as far as we can see. Mr. Thompson: You feel, sirs, that up to this point I have done what I could? The Chairman: We know you too well 'o think yo-u have, not been doing your best for your clients, according to instruc- tions." Defendants totally denied the trespass, Evans said he had not been within one and-a-half miles of Cwmbach Farm on December 5th. Richards said he had gone to see a friend, and lost his dog. Witness Morris was recalled, and asked if lie knew defendants, and if he had any doubt that he had seen these two men on Cwmbaeh Farm on December 5th. He replied that he did not know them, but had no doubt at all. The Cnairman said they considered th-e case proved, and fined defendants 30s. each, and also ordered them to pay .£1 Is. advocate's fee and 7e. 6d. oosts of wit. I nesses.

LLANDILO. I As might have been anticipated follow- ing so close on the successful Christmas market show, held last week, there was a comparatively small attendance at the Llandilo Bridge Mart this week. Trade notwithstanding was brisk. Prices were almost stationary, but with a tendency to stiffen. Porkers made up to 15s. per score live weight; Jamhs, 51d. per lb.; s nd cattle, for which there was a brisk de- mand. up to 17«. 6d. per score. At Saturday's meeting of the Llandilo Board of Guardians the following tenders for the quarter were accepted: Mr. Thas. Lewis, for groceries: Mr. Wm. Stephens, for meat; butter, Is. 5d. per lb., Mrs. Davies, Pentrecwn. The master, it was stated, got his cheece from the local cheese factory, and it was described as "quite a luxury at !J;d.; milk, lOd. per gallon, Mr. James, TregevbNArms; fire- wood; 13s. per ton, Mr. Joseph Thomas, Caegarw; coal, Ammanford Red Vein cobblcs, at 23s. The Clerk announced a county rate totalling tl,715 9s. 7d. At Saturday's meeting of the Llandilo Board of Guardians (Mr. Evan Davies iij the chair), Mr. J. Richards raised thte matter of the Nopth District relieving officership. Eight months ago the Board had appointed Mr. James to the position, but the Local Government Board refused -to sanction the appointment, as Mr. James had no experience of the work. The Board had decided not to appoint anyone of military age, and had therefore been unable to fill the post. Tn the meantime, Mr. James (who is ineligible) had done much of the work and gained experience. He moved that the Local Government Board now be asked to sanction the appointment. Mr. Robert Matthews seconded the proposal, which was carried. At a united prayer meeting of the Llan- dilo Free Churches on Thursday evening, it was announced that a call to Penuel I. Church, Pontypridd, had been extended to the Rev. Phillip Jones (C.M.). Refer- ences were made to the sterling qualities of the rev. gentleman, and a motion ex- pressive of the hope that he would re- main and continue his good work at Llan- dilo was proposed by the Rev. WiUiam Daries, The Walk, an<^ seconded by the Rev. Corris Davies (Wesleyan), a ad car- ried unanimously. Prices ruled as follows at the Llandilo Market on Saturday: Butter, in lbs., Is. 5d. to Is. 6d.; tubs, Is. 4jd. to Is. 5d.; Welsh cheese, 8d. to 9d.; fowls and ducks, Is. 2d. to Is. 3d. per lb.; geese and turkeys, It. ld. to Is. 2d. per lb.; rabbits, lOd. to ? Is. each. P,,egi'- Corporal Bam?, of the Welsh Regi- ment, son of Mr. Barnes, gamekeeper undeor Lord Dynevor at King's Lodge, who joined the C-olours soon after the declara- tion of war, and proceeded to the front after training, was severely wound e d in the knee in an engagement near Ypres. He is now at home in Llandilo on leave. A special Christmas market was held at Llandilo on Wednesday, when an im- mense quantity of poultry was disposed of and conveyed to Swansea., Neath, and other industrial centres by train and motor. Geese sold at Is. Id., and tur- keys 19. 4d. per lb. The number of ducks i. and fowls on offer was rather small. These sold at Is. 2d. to Is. 3d. per lb. At the annual meeting of- tflve Llandilo. branch of the National Union of Rail- waymen, the following resolution was I passed and has been sent to the Glerk of -the Llandilo. Urban District Council. That we regret to find from informa- tion received that no labour i-epreeeiita- tive has been appointed by the Llandilo. Council for dealing with appeals made •b.r ipen attested under Lord Derby's scheme. We beg to ask you to arrange for this to be done. Failing this we shall forward a strong resolution to Mr. J. H. Thomas, labour member of Parliament, to take up tjhe matter direct in the House of Commons. I Sevoral deatbe have occurred at Llajidilo within the last few cl-ays. They include Miss Tbomaa, Owmwern Farm, 8Mter of Mrs. Hsur- nfli. Windsor House. One brother, Mr. Thomas Thomas, resided with her at the Ura. ADother brother is Mr. Thomw, L'Anf&wr Lcdpe. The remain* were interred at the OLlviniøtic Methodist Cemetery. iy»oe<teed wa^ about 60 ye-aw of ajre. Another old inhabitant, who has passed away Mhe William*, late Pfynon. deiloar, TnJiaiis. who. aifer retiring from farmint yea-M aeo. bad token uv Ibm m* A dence at Clarence-road", Llandilo, where she died. She was about 65 year6 of age. The death has also occurred, after a lingering illness, of Mrs. Sarah Evans, aged 48, wife of Mr.. Evans, station-master, Llandilo Bridge. BILLETING TROOPS. I Mr. Towyn Jones. has put a pro- posal for billeting troops at Llandilo before the War Office, and has had ft reply from the officer in charge of quarter- ing stating that the matter would be kept in mind. It is pointed out, however, that the quartering of troops is subject entirely to military exigency, and that it would be of little use for a deputation to approach the War Offiee on the subject. Towyn intends paying a personal visit to the War Office in regard to the matter.

LLANDOVERY. I The oommittee of the Llandovery Elec- tric Cinema will hand over the proceeds of two shows which will be held on Christ- mas Day in aid of comforts for Llan- dovery 4)ovs serving in H.M. Forces. This is one of several occasions when the t ik- ing at this cinema have been devoted- to the same worthy object. Private David Lloyd, eon of Mr. Lloyd, Orchard-street, formerly gardener at Th? Cottage, Llanfaeronvbryn, who is with the Canadian contingent, has been at Llandovery on short furkwgh. He mi- grated about ten years ago and joined tl e colours in the Dominion. Private LIo. t has a brother in the Navy, Mr. Evan Lloyd, who visited his home about /'or': night ago. The death has occurred from con- sumption of Mr. George Morgan, Castle I?otel, Llandovery. Deceased was a son of the late Mr. W. T. Morgan, for many years licensee of the hotel named, and a grandson of the late Mr. George Calvert, the previous licensee. Deceased, who was very popular, leaves a widowed mother and one sister to mourn his loss. The marriage was solemnised at Salem Congregational Chapel, Llandilo, on Satur- day, of Mr. ReEls Jones, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. David Jones, Pengoylan, Llandovery, to Miss Bessie Passmore, Towy Honse, Xantgaredig. The officiat- ing ministers were the Revs. D. Curwen Davies, Llandilo. assisted by D. Richards, Mothvey. Llandovery. The bride was given away by hfsc cousin, Mr. Lewis Evans. Xantgaredig. The. wedding breakfast was partaken of at Pengoylan, the residence of the bridegroom's parents. Amongst those present were Mr. Rhys Jones. Panty- bailey Mr. Thomas Jones, Troed-y-bryn, Llandovery (uncles of bridegroom); Mr. Tom Jonas, Tumble (brother of the bride- groom); Councillor Daniel Jones, Llan- dovery; and Mr. Davies, Tynllwyn, near Llandovery. During the afternoon the newly wedded couple left by motor-car for Neath, where a part ot the honeymoon will be spent.

1 0 I I MUMBLES. I' Friends from Pell-street Primitive Methodist Chapel, Swansea, were respon- sible for the capital concert held on Fri- day at the Mumbles Red Cross Hospital. The programme commenced with a pianoforte solo by Miss Mclnervy, fol- lowed by a charming song by Miss Hetty Davies which was well received, Miss B Davies, a humorous elocutionist of vast ability delighted the Tommies with a few quaint and humorous recitations. The other artistes were Miss Gwen Jones, Mr. W. V. Jones, Privates Clark and Brennan The chairman was Major Har- rison, and the smokes" were provided I by Mr. Llewellyn Jenkins.

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I TYCEOES. An interesting lecture was delivered at Moriah Chapel by Mr. David Mathews, Fforestfach, on Cyfnod y Cenhedloedd." A collection was made at the cl ose o* the lecture towards the local Red Cros, fund, and a realised. The death has occurred of Trevor, tilt 14-year-old son of the Rev. D. S. Davies, Ferrws Hill. He had been confined to hiq bed for the last five weeks suffering from consumption. (District News Continued on Next Page).

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