Herald of Wales and Monmouthshire Recorder

BRYNAMMAX. j A successful eisteddfod was ',tel(i tf Hprmon Church, Brynamman, on llt'.nr- dav. The adjudicators wereMusic, Mr. J. Morgan. A.L.C.M., Garnant; literary Mr. Daniel Thomajj, Gwaun-cae-Gur v?n; president. Mr Bowen Davies. The awards were as fell ow:-(,ht rn pion solo, Mary Hannah Davies, Brynamman, who ?Jso won tho soprano solo prize;; contralto solo, Mary Jane Davies, Brynamman; 10 (under Hi). 1 Mary Jane DaNies, 2 Margt. Jane Tone6, Brynamman; eolo Sunder 12), I iomas, 1 Gwennie Thomas, Gwaun-cae-Gurwen, 2 Doris Jones. Brynamman; solo (under S), 1 Elvira Davies, 2 Gwynneth I)avi< Brynamman; Mr. Rees D. Jones, Brynamman, won the stanza and poem prizes: open recita1 ion, Ceinwcu Rol)prt. Glanamman recitation under 16), 1 Beesie Hodcrick, 2 Jemima A Lvtns, Brvnamruan; under 12, 1 Bessie Wil«tx; 2 Elved Lewis, Waunleyshon; r.ndr»r 8. j Ernlyn Evans, Garnant, 2 Elvira W*ittr?3 Brynamman. Last evening .1, very enthusiastic send-off was giver: Pte. Trevor fonw. S.W.F. (whose brother. Pte. Wm. Arthur Jones, has been missing since the battle of Toos). The event was held under the presidency of Mr. J. James at the Tregeyb Arm. Hotel, whet: a l&rg number attended. Songs were rendered by Messrs. Arthur Dennis, Dan Thomas. Ted Ioees. Johnny Thomas. Gomer Thomas. Dd. Thomas. Dd. Watkins. Miss Winnie Morgan. Mies Sarah Ann liewis, W. MoTgan, D. M. Lewis. and Ja-ck Hanns. Mr. Sam Williams. Cwmllynfell, ably accom- panied. A collection realised i snbstantial sum.

CARMARTHEN. Oaptaic J. W. Nesbitt, adjutant of the 7th Battalion Royal Scots Fuailiere, who was mentioned in Sir John French's dis- patch published on the 1st inst.. for gallant and distinguished service in the field, is well knowr. in Carmarthen, where he is at present 01.. a short leave owing to ill-health. He was wounded at Loos. The funeral took place with military honours on Saturday of Gunner Enoch Harries, Royal Garrison Artillery, who died whilst spending his Christmas fur- lough at his homo in Friars Park, Car- marthen. The interment was at Union- street Chapel Cemetery. A firing party of the 3rd Garrison Batt. King's Liverpool Regiment attended. A series of articles on the history of Unitarianism at Carmarthen is now running in the Christian Life," from the pen of Principal Lvans, who. it is under- stood, will complete his treatment or the subject in six papers. The first, which appeared in the issue of January 1st, deals | with the period duritig which Calvinism was yielding to Arminianism, and brings the record down to 1 i33. The wedding took place at St. Peter's Church, Carmarthen, on Thursday, of the Rer. C. D. Cranmer, curate at Huddersfi&ld. and Muss Gwaldvs Davies, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Davies, 1. King-street, Carmarthen. The Rev. B. Parry Griffiths, M.A. (Vicar) officiated. On Friday, Mr. R. Jones-Davies (Development Commissioner for Wales) addressed a meeting of the War Agricul- tural Committee for the rural district of Carmarthen with reference to the Board of Agriculture's scheme for the mainten- ance and, if pOSPible, the increase of agri- cultural prod ucts. The officers, studemen and chiefs of departments at the Army Remount Depot, Carmarthen, met at the kind invitation of Mr. Kenneth Walker, superintendent j of the depot, to dinner at 11, Quay-street, j Carmarthen. The following were the guests present :-Memrr,. T. James and Herbert J. H. Jones (assistant superin- tendents), Mr. H. J. Williams (officer in charge of stores), Messrs. R. Walton, D. | T. Evans, F. Sbeppard and J. Rees; (studsmen), Mr. E. Stephens (assistant studsnian), and Mr. Peter Jones (groom), Mr J. Isaacs (farrier), Sergt.-Major Kettley (late etudsman). Police-sergeant Jones represented the Borough Force. Mr. G. W. Watts attended at the special invitation of Mr. Walker. DEATH OF A COUNCILLOR. The death of Councillor John Lloyd, Darkgate, Carmarthen, occurred on Satur- day at a London nursing home. Deceased was 55 years of age, and was a well known figuro at South Wales faiTP. He rendered valuable service as a public man, and for the last ten years was an active member of the Carmarthen Town Council. He fought three municipal elections, and on each occasion he headed the poll. He gained. considerable distinction as an athlete and Rugby footballer in hi* i young days. He played for Wales against Oxford, and after obtaining his national colours was reMTW for his cap. which he lost by one vote.. He also won a large number of prheee as a quarter-mile distance runner. He leaves three brothers—Mr. Walter Lloyd. J.P.. chemist, Carmarthen; Dr. Wm. Lloyd. Brook-street, Loudon; and Mr. Tom TIoyd, Carmirtli--n--and two sisters—Mr^. Evans and Mrs. Jones, Carmarthen. —————. 0' —————

GOWERTON. I David Thomas, a mechanic at the Elba Stedworks, Goworton, met with a serious accident QiIl Wednesday morning. The crank of an engine, struck his head, in- flicting serious injuries. First-aid was rendered at the works until the arrivial lof Dr. Jones and Dr. Davies.

GORSEINON. f Watch night services were held at St. Catherine's and Holy Trinity Churches, Gorseinon, when the Vicar and the Rev. D. Jones officiated. On the stroke of 12 the ringers 'set going a peal of eight bells under the conductorship of Mr. J. Ella- cott. The syrens of the various works also announced the birth of the year 191ft The employes of the Grovesend Com- pany have dccidcd to levy 3d. per week per man for the next, eight weeks, which will amount to 5:35, aud this, together with 100 guineas subscribed by the firm, will be given to the National Blind In- stituion for Soldiers and Sailors who have lost their eyesight while serving in the war. Drummer J. R. Williams, of the 6th Welsh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Williams, 8, Upper Lime-street, Gorseinon, was i hff recipient of many presents during his short furlough from the front. lie has seen over fourteen mouths' service with the British Expeditionary Force in France. lie was previously employed at too Grovesend Works, and was also a memljer of the Town Band. Mr. Edward Jenkins, son of Mr and Mrs Thomas Jenkins, Mason's road, Gors- einon, joined the Naval Division as a sea- man on November 9th, 1914. Taking an interest in wireless work, he was soon promoted, and went to sea as a wireless operator. He spent three months at sea. The next three months was spent in the I Mediterranean. As a result of recommen- dations from the proper quarter, he un- dertook a course of training in the Officers' Training Corps, passed hie mili- tary examination and was gazetted sub- lietenant of the Naval Division. He is now enjoying seven days' furlough, and will re-join the division at Blandford Camp OR Saturday. Formerly employed at the Bryngwyn Steel Works, he is re- lated to the late Mr> Henry Maliphant, Gorseinon, the well-known steel furnace contractor.

GOWER. The S(Hl'wester cap of Coxswain William Gibbs was washed ashore and picked up at Caswell about 4.30 p.m. on Sunday. William Eynon. the second coxswain of the Porteynon lifeboat who lost his life o-L Sunday, was a churchwarden, over- seer, and a mern ber of the Parish Council. At the meeting of the Gower Board of Guardians, Mr. David Davies, chairman, proposed a. vote of sympathy with the relatives of the Porteynon lifeboatmen who lost their lives in the gale on Satur- day last. The vote was passed in silence. A tablet to the memory of Lieut.-Col. R. E. Ben.«>on, who was mortally wounded at the battle of the Aisnc, and whose body lies in Reynolds-tori churchyard, is to lw unveiled in Beverley Minster, York- shire, -by Major-General Sir Coleridge Grove. A vote of sympathy and condolence with the rt,71,4tives of the, three Porteynon life- boatmen who lost their lives in last Satur- day's gale, was passed at the Gower Rural District Council meeting held at Penmaen on Tuesday. It was proposed by Mr. T. A. Jenkin-, (Swansea), chairman of the Council, and the members showed their sympathy by standing in silence. RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. The Gower Rural District Council met at the Peninaen Workhouse on Tuesday. l r. J. A. Jenkins presiding. It was j reported that Dr. Morton (Medical Officer of Health), had written to the Council, informing the members that he could not attend owing to a serious accident, having broken his leg. A circular from the War Offioe was read asking the Council to provide facilities for recruiting to be performed voluntarily. It was resolved that Mr. Ind's office at Fisher-street, Swansea, be placed at the disposal of the War Office. It was also resolved that a dangerous corner near the Bishopston School be taken away arL a oost wi exceeding XIO.

KILLAY. 1 At Siloam Baptist Chapel, the pastor, the Rev. J. H. Davies, was made the recipient of a purse of gold, a silver- mounted umbrella, and a case of razona to m-ark the completion of six years' ministry. Jfr. Ilutchings presided, and the preecnta-tions were made by Mr. J. Howells (oldest dosacon), Mrs. Ilutchings, and Mr. W. H. Webber. On Tuesday evening, at the Upper Killay Congregational Church, a rousing welcome homo wis given to Private Egryn Davies, The Elras, Killay. Pte. Davies enlisted m the R.A.M.C. about eight months ago, and was later drafted out to th.) Dardanelles, where he was taken ill, sent'to Malt-Tk and thence home The meeting was presided over by Mr. D. Lloyd, The Pines. During the meefcinrr Pte. Davies was presented by the Rev. D Morgan with a sum of money on behalf of the Dunvant and -Killay in- habitants Addresse-9 were delivered 1,3, Messrs. V*. Thomas, J. Elliott, L. D. Evans, and T. F. Rees, and the artiste-, who took part were. Miss Dora Jones (Sketty), and Messrs. C. A. Evans, D. J. Davies (Dunvant), T. E. Ree.s, and IJ, D. Evans The accom- panists wer j Dr. 7. Lloyd and Pte. B, Evans.

LLANDILO. 1 Mr. Ikslj,- Vincent Evans, of the Half Moon Hotel, Llandilo, secured the first po- sition for the county of Carmarthen (and second for the seven counties) in the recent ,-Agriciiltura students' examination held at the Abeiystwyth University College of Wales. He is at present a member of the O.T.C., aim the youngest student in the college. The wedding has taken place at the Re- gistry Office, Llandilo,• of Mr. Edwin Moses, 14. Tinman's-row, Brynamman, to Miss Min- nie Goodaii Swansea; also Mr. Wm. John Thomas. Dolaugleison, Llallwel. to Miss Rachel Davies, Cwmbir, Talley.

LLANDEBIE. I The death has taken place of Mr. WiHie I IJoyd (formerly water rate collector for the IJandebia parish under the Llandilo Rural District Council), at the agp of '.0 years, after a protracted illness. Deceased had lately resided with his sister at Righfield, and for some time prior to his death had been confined to the house. He was of a kind and unassuming nature, and his de- mise has caused universal regret. One of his hobbit's was the violin, upon which he was ar. excellent player. The funeral took place at the IJandebic parish graveyard on Wcdnestlay afternoon. He is survived by a sister, Mrs. Davies, Hicrhfteld, and a brother, Mr. John Lloyd, Glanmorlais.

SWANSEA. A verdict of death from natural 'causes" was returnee! ?t an inquest at Owmbwrla, oa Wednesday, on Miss Margaret Meyrick. Tbe Swansea Borough Quarter Sessions will be held before the Recorder Mr, Ivor Bowen) on the 10th inst. The calendar is a light one. The Rev. Edmund Pillifant, curate of Madeley, Salop, has been appoint ed rector of Tacltfield. He 'is a native of Kilvey, and recently preached at All Saints', At the Citadel. Richardson-street, Swan- sea, on Thursday evening, an entertain- ,iri enterta i !i- ment was given hy the Salvation Army to 650 children whose fathers are with thy. colours. Through the generosity of Mr. John Dyer, about 200 poor people, many of whom were widows, were given packets of tea, and stigar at the Swansea Ragged School on Monday. A well-attended meeting was held at Siloam Baptist Church, Killay, on New Year's Eve with the object of making a presentation to the pastor, the Rev. J. H. Davies, by members of the church. Mr. Hutchins presided. The death occurred suddenly at 51. Cwm Du, Cwmbwrla, on Tuesday, of Miss Marga.ret Meyrick, aged 54, of Old Babell, Cwmbwrla. Miss Meyrick e-alled At that address, saying that she felt unwell. She died shortly afterwards. A verdict- of death due to heart failure consequent upon senile decay, was re- ti rued at the inquest conducted at Swan. sea on Thursday, upon the body of Annie Milner, aged 73, of 62, Milton-terrace, Swansea, who died on Wednesday. A sacred concert in aid of the local sol- diers now at the front was held at Salem Baptist Chapel, Plasmarl, on Sunday evening, when the New Siloh Male Voice Party, under the batoh of Mr. Ivor Owen, L.R.A.M., rendered several choruses. | On Tuesday night and Wednesday! mOfning certain bills, headed Down with Conscription appeared on certain Swanhoarding! A little I a tPr Wednesday, however,, the order eeeaas he have I any rate, they made a speedy disappear- ance. At the Swansea Juvenile Court a 13- year-old 1:Ioy. who had stolen football hoohs, punching ball, football ease, and football boot. studs, valued in all 21 2s. 6d., from the pavilion at the Vetch Field, and whose case had been pre- viously heard, was now ordered to the Industrial School at Bonymuen till he will be 16. The Deputy Swansea Borough Coroner held an inquest at Swansea on Thursday upon the body of Eliza Ann Gooze, aged 79, who died at the Swansea Workhouse on Wednesday. Deceased had been ill for some time.—Dr. Mary Thompson fditch- ings attributed death to heart failure due to senile decay, and the jury returned a verdict accordingly. News was received on Thursday by his wife, who lives at 6a, Benthall-place, St. Thomas, that Pte. Jeremiah Boswell, of the Swansea, Battalion, is wounded, hav- ing been shot in the arm. He is at pre- sent in hospital somewhere in France." Pte. Boswell, who is 28 years of age, wa-s former] v a craneman in the employ of I tlie Sw £ i>-tM Harbour Trust. A.B. Arthur Thomas, I lof Manselton. who was 1,-t nienibei- of the crew j of H.M.S. Natal. No | lie Wo has been received from him for some time. and his name does not appear in the jlis-t of survivors. At a meeting ot chairmen of the Swan- sea Corporation Committees on Tuesday, it was. decided to recommend the Council. not to entertain any applications for extra payments to contractors to cover increased costs arising from the war in the execu- tion of con traits, and that any resolu- tions that had been passed which were in- consistent with this decision be rescinded. His Worship the Mayor (Alderman T. Merrells) together with Mr. Lang Coath, Town Clerk, and Mr. Roderick, attended j service at St. Mary's Church, Swansea,! on Sunday morning. The service, which included the special form of prayers ar- ranged for Intercession Day, was con- ducted by the Vicar, the Rev. the Hon. W. Talbot Rice, M.A., who also preached a sermon. It dealt with the Bible story of. Elijah and the prophets of Baal. At an early hour on Wednesday a taxi, cab conveying a wedding party was pro- ceeding along Uplands-crescent, Swansea. When passing Eaton-crescent the driver, in trying to avoid a woman crossing the road, had to put his brake on hard. The cab skidded and turned right over on its side. No one was seriously hurt, and the j occupants were able to proceed on their way in a horse cab. Tho windows and one of the wheels of the taxi were smashed, j A very successful concert was held at I the Industrial School, Bonymaen, on Fri-, day in aid of the benevolent and orphan fund. The MinstTel Troupe gave a sketch entitled The Chinese Invasion," and a ¡ feature of the evening wa? the rBmark-1 able singing of the troupe. The pro- gramme, an excellent one, and of high standard, rouocts great credit on the sta ff.1 Mr. Dewi Edwa.rd? M". E. Hopkins, and Mr. Wyn Griffiths. Miss Criuiths accom- panied. The Superintendent, Mr. W. David, presided. Sir Alfred Mend's Bill to allow people I Paying 1 -en 'I I- of about ?30 aud ?0 a year with leases of two or three years to run to terminate their contracts on enlisting, and to declare a moratorium in respect to mortgage interests where people enlist- ing have bought, their houses and not fully paid for them, is now being considered by the Cabinet., after having been through the hands of the War Office. It is probable more will be heard of the Bill in some shape or form, for there is 111 idea that the Government wiH take the Bill un, The funeral of the late Mr. Johnny Davies, Cave-street, Babeil, took place at Coekett. Deceased was very popular in the district. The Revs. J. W. Jones, vicar of Cockett, and T). Thomas, vicar of St. Liil?o's, offi.iated: The chief mourners were Mrs. Davies (widow ), William, Lilian, and Winifred (children), j Mr. and Mrs. Gregory (sister), Mr. and Mr3. James, Mr. and Mrs. James (sisters), Mrs, Thomas (sister). Mr. Wilha 1 homas (nephew), Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins (fatter. in-law and mother-in-lsw), Mr. ami Mrs. Flook. Mr. and Mrs. Lott, Mr. and Mis. Saunde?, Misses Clwen and Hscbel Jenkinl Messrs. Thomas and Willie Jenkins (brothers-in-law)-^ At a meeting of the administrators of t.he £ 1,000 fund provided for good causes by Messrs. Harries Bros., shipowners, -Swansea (Mr. Owen Harries.. Mr. A. W. E. Wynne, Mr. Arthur Andrews, and Aid. David Davies being present) the fol- lowing grants, in the aggregate amount- ing to were decided to Parcwern, Y.M.C.A.. Daily coed, and Mumbles Hf?pitals for Wounded Soldiers; ?C to ?wan-ca General HosptLd. Y.M.C.A. Htcta Fund. and Soldkurs' aW  Sailors' Free Buffet at G.W.R Station, High-street; r25 to Chamber of Cam- in <;r re Fund to provide necessaries for wounded soldiers in local hospitals; £ 25 to the War Prisoners' Fund; and £ 20 each to the Swansea Orphan Homes, Deaf and Dumb Institute, the Blind Institute. St. Davids Orphanage (Mumbles), and the Tipperary Club, hwansea. WILL PAY FOR BOARD IN PRISON. Richard Davies, lalxiurer, charged at Swansea on Wednesday with begging, de- clared that it was not necessary, as he had £ 2 in his pocket. If he did so, he was very sorry, and was willing to leave the town or if there is a fine to pay, gentlemen." Defendant was sent to prison for 14 day." and the money found on him is to go to pay his board and lodgings there. IN SEARCH OF CONIES. Daniel Evans, Samuel Gimblett, and Lemuel Morgan admitted, at Swansea Police Court on "Wednesday, trespassing in the Plantation, Velindre, in search of conies on December lltb. Mr. Hone (for office of Messrs. • Kemptiiorne, Neath) remarked that a good deal of damage had been done by poachers to hedges and timber. Defendants were fined 10s. each, and ordered to pay advocate's and witnessed fees.

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YSTRADGYNLAIS. An old boy of ystalyfera County School, in the person of Lieutenant Godfrey J ones, Garth, Pontardawe, iast week promoted to the rank of Captain. Captain H. W. G. Jones, who before the v.ar was employed on the surveying staff at Tareni Colliery, rei,g-raig, was at. tached to the 4th Welsh (Territorials), and was wounded in the Dardanelles campaign- lie has two brothers ia the Army. Another old pupil of this school has also been promoted to the offife, rf assistant-Adjutant with the rank of First Lieutenant. This is Lieutenant J. R. O. Jones, son of Mr. J. R. Jones, late of Brynamman, but i-,ow of Llanelly. He enlisted in the ranks, but secured a com- mission in the 13th Battalion S.W-B. There are no fewer than 15 old boys of this school commissioned in the services to-day. Seven of these have seen active service. l (District News Continued on Ntxt Pagai-l,

BURRYPORT. I On New Year's evening the annual cwrdd ealan was held at Zion Chapel, • Burrynort. The Rev. J. H. Rees (paator) prc.-dded- Tfiipressive services were held at Burry- port, all the churches and chapels par- I ticipating in the intercession. At nearly every place of worship there were relatives of one who had fallen in the fight. Mr. John Hughes, engineer. Burryport. has purchased the fine new huts which have ¡.en erected by a Swansea firm near the Ashburnham Hotel, Burryport. The purchase pi ice i. we are informpd, £510.1 Mr. Hughe has received a large number of applications foritheee handsome huts, which are built on the veranda principle. On Irinnday evening a sacred concert was given at the Lady Howard Y.M.C.A. Hut, by the members of Tabernacle Welsh Baptist Choir. Tbe Rev. K. Ellis Wil- hams presided over a crowded audience. The programme, ?hich was a most el.,???l- lent one, was arranged by Mr. David John, bandmaster and precentor of Tabernacle Choir. Miss Rose Groom pre- sided Captain j), H. Chilee-Evans, R.A.M.C., who has btikn mentioned in despatches by Lord French, is a native of Burryport. a- 1

CWM AMMAN. j A large portion of the roof of the Welsh Baptist Chapel at Cwmaman was dis- lodged and blown away, there being some narrow escapes from personal injuries. The furniture from an adjoining house was removed, the occupants being in fear of further damage through tho remainder of the roof collapsing.

DUNVANTV On Wedneedav the wedding took place at St. Mary's Church, Swansea, ef Mr. Ben Weeks, eldest son of Mr. Jam<-s Weeks, Dunvant, aud Miss Nancy Richards, fourth daughter of Mr. Wm. Richards, Dunvant. The Rev. M. Evans officiated. The duties of best ntan were carried out by Mr. W. Richards, brother of the bride. The bridesmaids were the Misses Harriet Richards, Edie Richards, Doris Richards, and Hildred Austin.

FFORESTFACH. A twenty-one days' mission is being con- ducted by Messrs. D. Matthews, Raven- hill, and W. H. Griffiths, Maesteg, at the Gospel Hall. Armine-road. Two local heroes on active service in the persons of Private T. Lloyd, 6th Welsh, and Private L. G. Brans, 14th Welsh Regiment, have written to Mr. W. G R. John, cmificted assistant. Cadle Council Scbf?. thanking him and those 'jnd?r his charge for parcRls received :it Ch ri fumas. which boHl spent very wp?. particui?rly tb? f-ermN. who sava-. 1^ shall be quite in order if I say tihat every staa. of this regiment had as good a time as any of the troops in England who were not at their homes." The latter was in the trenches Christmas Night, and. to quote his words, put in 48 hours' hard fighting." MT. Ivol" Thomas. who some months 1ICO proceeded to Simla to fill a promising edwsastional post, has just returned home. In consequence of the war. the older boys or the school were drafted into the Army. and the numbers had so far dwindled that the Governors eventually decided to dose '17 b c)ma. the school during the war. Mr. Thomas will shortly find himself with the Colours. He i.s the only son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Thomas. Armine-road, and before leaving for India acted as certificated assistant at Loughor. The funeral of the late Mr. Aaron Williams, 2, Fairfield-cottages, Creudros, took place at Bethlehem, Cadle. De- ceased, aged G8, passed away on tho 30th ult. after an illness of about six weeks' dnration. He was a native of Fforest- fach, and a member of one of the oldest families in the locality. The Rev. J. Richards. Babeil, officiated, and the ar- rangements were carried out by Mr. D. Glyn Hopkin. The chief mourners were Mr. Lewis Williams (brother), Mr. Evan Williams (brother-in-law), Messrs. John Williams, Freddie Williams, Dd. Charles Williams, Leyshon Williams, Brinley Williams, Lewis Williams. Daniel Wil- liams, D. Williams, D. S. Williams, John John, David John, Willie John, J. Wil- liams, and Edward Williams (nephews), i Others prcrf-nt were the Rev- Robert Charles, Mr. E. Charles, and Mr. Jf, W. Samuel (barrister. Clapham Common). A public reception to two local soldiers— Sergt.-Major Evan Wolsey, 2nd Welsh Reg-j. ment (son-in-law of Mr. aiii Mifg. Hudson, (The Crops) and Pte. David John Palmer (son of Mr. and Mrs. Palmer, Gcndros)—wns held at London when the Rev. J. W. Jones, Vicar of Cockett, presided. On be- half of the committee an.1 local inhabit- ants. Mrs. Williams, Ficton-place, handed both -met-. Bible". suitably inscribed Tile recipients, who received a rousing recep- tion, fittingly responded. The speakers were the chnirmau, Revs. P. L. Daniel, W. Rawson Williams, and J. J. T<ewis, and Messrs. Ben Jcnes, T. Andrews. P.S. Taylor. Thos. Williams, and Councillor T. Hopkins. Solos were rendered by Misses Sybil LIew- ellyn, Annie Rowiands. and Edith Thomas, and Mr. John Nicholas, and recitations were giver by Misses May Nicholas and Hilda James. Great credit is due to the Rev. D. J, Daniel. PR Taylor, and Messrs. Ben Jone- and T. Andrews for the success of the function.

GENDROS. A social tea was held at Saron (Cong.) Welsh Chapel. The tea tables were prc- I sided over hy the Misses Rachel and Rosina Williams, Muriel and Thomas, A. Jones (Pentwyn), M. Samuels, Rachel Ann Mainwaring, and Mrs. M. Elward. An excellent programme of music fol- lowed, which was contributed to hy the Misses Morgans, Muriel Thomas, Mary 11. Jonah, and Messrs- John Palmer and Matthew Samuel (soloists). Recitations were given by Master Teddy Evans, Misses Rosie Davies, Edith Jonah, and Mr. John Davies. The Glee Party (conducted by Mr. John Davies) rendered choruses. The function was a most successful overnt in every respect.

KIDWELLY. Edward Scott, a laliouror. was charged at Llanelly on Monday with unlawfully wounding Clarence Osborne, a jointer em- ployed on a pipe track fit Kidwelly. Osborne, whose head was swathed "j th bandage-s, said that on Saturday evening he went into the Bell Inn, Kidwelly, and had a conversation about wages. Scott struck witness, but tho latter retaliated in self-defence. As witness was leaving defendant rushed at him and struck him on the head with a bottle. A doctor was sent for and the wound was stitched. Ann Davies, the licensee's wife. said that, Osborne entered the bar and had a quarrel with a man named Jones, who eventually left. Osborne then had some words with Scott, and later s he raw the latter strike Oshorne with a bottle. Dr. T. R. Griffiths ffiidhc found Os- borne bleeding profusely from a scalp wound, which was about two inches long. Osborne was suffering from slight con- cus,sion as the result .of a blow. P.C. Morris said that defendant when charged said: "He struck me -first; he, was a bigger man than J, so I hit him 0Jt th.) head with a bottle which I had :n my hand." Defendant was committed for trial at the Quarter Sessions.

LLANGENNECH. I The funeral of the late Mr. Isaac TIoyd took place on Saturday at Bethesda. The Rev. Thomas Davies conducted the burial service. The chief mourners were: Mrs. Lloyd (widow). Mr. and Mrs. William Lloyd (son and daughter-in-law), Messrs. David Lloyd and William Lloyd (sons), Mr. and Mrs. William Davies, Clydach; Mr. and Mrs. Henry John, Pontardulais; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Rees, Llangennech; Mr. and Mrs. Morris Thomas, Llanellv; Mr. and Mrs. D. Joseph Davies, Llangen- nech; Mr. and Mrs. D. Robert Reos, Pont- ardulais (daughter and sons-in-law); Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Bevan, Ystalyfera; Mr. and Mrs. W. Thoma", Ystalyfera; Mr. and Mrs, William Thomas, Ystalyfera (brothers and "i15ter&in-law). Amongst the general public were the Rev. A. Mor- MS, Messrs, D. Lewis, Glasfryn; T. John (estate agent), Daniel Morgans, W. Clement, J. Knovle, and the leading agri- culturists of ihe countryside round. De- ceased had for 25 years acted as treasurer of the locat lodge of A.O.F., and amongst the messages of sympathy received was a telegram from Mr. Joseph Roberts, J.P., Llanelly, district secretary. The second annual dinner of the Llan- gennech and District Live Stock Improve- ment Society took place at the Engine Inn, when about 50 sat down. Mr. D. J. Lewis, Brynshaffre, presided at the post- prandial proceedings. Other speakers were Aid. Thomas Thomas, Caeffair; Messrs. David Lewis, Glasgfryn, and D. Davies.

LLANGADOCK. Mr. R. Shipley Lewis, district coron-e-r, has just held an inquest into the circum- stances attending the death of Anne Wil- liams, Cefncoed Farm, Llangadock, a single woman, aged 31 years.—Mrs. Eliza- beth Freeman, sister of deceased, gave evidence to the effect that deceased lived with her mother at Cefncoed Farm. Wit- ness last saw her alive at 4 o'clock in the afternoon of the day she was missed. She was then in her usual 'health and spirits. She had never heard her say anything which would lead her to suspect that she would take her life. Witness went back to the house about eight in the evening, and a-s deceased was not about she, ac- companied by neighbours, went in search of her. The following moi*ning they found her lying in a little hrook about 150 yards from the house. P.C. Reynolds, Hangado?k. ?aid that be saw the body in a f)e!d adjoining the! farmyard, lying on a door alongside the brook. Deceased was fully dressed, and had a cap on her head. The place where the body was found was pointed to wit- ness. The depth of the water in it then was about 11 inchw. There were no marks of violence on the body, which was stiff and cold. Slve must have been dp- ad c, o-ne time.riie jury brought in a verdict to the effect that deceased was found drowned, and that there were no marks of violence on the body.

LLANDOVERY. The annual entertainment was held at the Board-room of theW orkhousc oil Tues- day, linde,, tile presidency of Mr E. Wil- liams. R.O. A feature of the attraction was the Cbritmas tree, from which prizes were distributed by Masters Morgan to the in- mates. oil and young. During the eveuing gramophone selections were given. and a miscellaneous programme was gone through in hieh the following took part:—Master W. Nicholi- (pianoforte solo). Miss M. P. Thomas (scki). Miss Jane Thomas (recita- tion). and Miss Oio- Williams (solo). Mrs. M H Nicholls was the aocompanist. Dr. Morgan contributed "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau at the I

MUMBLES. The death occurred, on Sunday evening, i at the residence of her parents, Furse Hill. Woodville-rourd Mumbles, of Miss Lettv Tucker, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Phifap Tucker. It has been decided to build a portion of the nave of the Ovstermouth Parish Church in addition to the new chancel. It is aim hoped to open the enlarged church in June next. The death has occurred at the Mumbles of Mr. John Michael. The deceased, who was 76 yeats of age, was a well-known character. In his younger days he went down to the sea in ships," and he used to relate thrilling stories of his experiences off Cape Horn. Latterly he was employed at tho Mumbles Pier. In Wednesday's Times the engage- ment is announced of Capt. Osbert M. Greg, elder son of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Greg, of the Mount, Macclesfield, to Eileen, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Watkins, Cynghordy, Mumbles. fMr. H. H. Watkins is, of course, the well-known Swansea solicitor. The annual prize distribution in con- nection with the Mumbles Baptist Sunday School was held on Monday evening, Mr. J. W. Andrews presiding. Very encourag- ing reports were given by the superinren- (kmt. Mr. D. W. James, and the secretary, Mr. H. F. Maslen. The reports showed the Sunday school to he in a nourishing condit ion, there being a net increase of ten in the membership. Some 83 scliolirs received .prizes, the distribution being kindly performed by Miss Haynes and Mrs. Hopkins-Evans. Interesting speeches AWei-e delivered by the pastor, Rev. Lis^r Gaunt, and Mr. D. W. James. An in- j teresting programme was contributed by [ tlie following:—Misses Marjorie Ilowc-ti. j Kathleen Jones. Iris Garlick, Nancy Evans, May Brayley, Irene Jenkins, and [Masters Herbert Phillips and KeLirt-tli Folks, —————

MORRISTON. I There were about 50 competitors in the [ literary competitions at the Morriston eisteddfod on Boxing Day. The names of the winners are now disclosed :—"Darn Adroddiadol," Mr. H. Jones, Blaina Fes- tirnog. "In memoriam to the late Rev. I W. Emlyn Jones," Rev. David Jenkins, Cil vhøhvll. Mr. W. J. Williams, a member of the Swansea Board of Guardians, has just been appointed secretary -to the Copper Pit (Morriston branch) of the South Wales M i Federation. The Cop]>er Pit branch has about 400 members. The appointment was made at a meeting held at the end of last year, and Mr. Williams commenced his duties on .tanu- ary 1st. At the Morrudon Eisteddfod on Boxing Day. two of the prize winners competed under nom de plumes. Mr. T. D. Jones, ilie eisteddfod secretary, now infor-ni-P us that Gvvawr, who won the recitation prize, tran?ire? to he Mr. H. Jones (Hnfdir. o? B!aenn'estinicg;L For "In J\lemoriam" I englynion to the memory of the former pnslor. the 1at Hev. W. ?m!yn Jones, the successful competitor was Lycidas, who turns out to be the Rev. David Jenkins, of Cilybebyll. There was a large attendance at the Parish Hall, Morriston, on Thursday evening, when the cantata, "Santa Clause," was performed in full character by the St. John's Church Juvenile Choir, under the conductorship of Mr. D. H. Grey. Mr. W. J. Lewis, presided. The performance was an admirable one, and reflected credit upon Mr. Grey. The chief characters were\we41 taken by the following: Santa Clause, Mr. Anthony Isaac; Long Ago, Mr. Jonah Davies; Jack Frost, Mr. W. R. Thomas; schoolmaster, Mr. Robert Phillips; Storm King, Mr. Jack Davies; winter, Mrs. M. A. Mor- gan; autumn. Miss Rachel Brazell. Mrs. D. R. (irey ably accompanied. I ♦ i

PONTARDULAIS. I At the recent R.A.M. and R.C.M. school examinations, the following were success- ful, and also obtained a high percentage or marks:—Grammar of music, Division II: Miss Sarah Thomas, Pontardulais; Miss Margarotta Williams, Penyrheol, Gorseinon. Division I: Miss Violet Ben- son, Pontardulais.—Pianoforte playing (Associate) A.V.C.M.: Mr. Johnnie Mor- gan, Tvcrocs, Panrtyffynon. Senior: Miss Margarefcta Williams, Penyrheol. Junior: Miss Sarah Thomas, Pontardulais. Pri. mary: Miss Florence Bennett, Pontar- dulais. All these passed with honours.— Theory, Primary: Miss Nellie Chedzov, Llanelly, and Miss Florence Bennett. All the above are pupils of Mrs. Leyshon Davies, Pontardulais. A Xew Year's treat for the juveniles, or- ganised by Miss M. Gertie Thomas, Bridge House, was held at Hope Chapel, on Monday evening. Splendid help was rendered by Misa Williams, Ffosyrefail, Nurse Price, and Dr. Lloyd Morgan. Songs were ren- dered by Misses M. Jones (Aberayron) and Nesfea Thomas (Aberdare House) and Horace G. Thorn-it and Averil James recited. Eric Davies thanked the friends, and Miss Mag- gic Lewis seconded.

PONTARDAWE. I Mr. Huws Davi es will hold a Home Office inquiry on January 27th at Pontar- dawe Council Offices into the hour of clos- ing simps for the district. David Joseph, of Pantyfallen Farm, Velindre. aged 41, a farmer, waf; found dead at 9.15 on Tuesday morning, he being shot through tho stomach. .i ) iot t l irota,, h There was a large congregation at St. Peter's Church, Pontardawe, on Sunday afternoon* when a memorial service to the eight Pontardawe boys who have fallen in the war was held. Tlie Revs. J. Davies and G. Jenkins officiated, the former de- livering an appropriate address. A num- her of English and Welsh hymns were sung, and special prayers were also offered. I

TREBOETH. The death took place on Thursday, at his borne in Penlan-road, Trelxieth, of Mr. Geo. Jones, after a long illness. The deceased was a brother of Mr. Jones, land- lord of the Dillw.vn Arms, Brynhyfryd, and father of Private D. G. Jones, who is now home on leave, having been in- valided, and whose photo appeared in our columns last week. FUNERAL OF JIB. J. R. RICHARDS. The funeral ot the late Mr. J. R* Richards, of Lisbon, Treboeth, whose body was picked up on the Swansea Sands on Friday, took place at the Mynyddbach Graveyard on Tuesday afternoon. Not- witlistanding the inclemency of the weather there was a large attendance. The mourners were: Messrs. Stanley and Brynley Richards (sons). Mr. Richard Richards (father), Mr. Ritchie Richards (brother), Messrs. Thomas, William, Evan, David, John, Ivor, and Jonathan Lewis (hrothers-in-law), Messrs. Griff Lewis, Thos. Lloyd and D. Hopkins (brothers-in-law), Mr. D. Roberts (Post Office) (uncle), and Mr. John Griffiths (cousin). Amongst others present were Mr. J. P. Davies (supt., Britannic Assurance Co.), Mr. J. Richards (Morriston), Mr. J. D. (editor Cambria Daily Leader "), Mr. John Evans, "Glanffrwd," Councillor W. Rees, etc. The service at. the house was conducted by the Rev. J. TL Hughes (Soar), and at the chapel and graveside, by the Revs. J. Davits, B.A. (Mynyddbach), and Sirio) Williams (Pontardawe).

YSTALYFERA. Lieut. Rees, of Ystalyfera, who was thf recipient of va presentation the other evening, is a direct descendant of Rhys Goclt. •Corporal Johnny Jones, 1st Welsh Regi. ment, second son of Mrs. Rees, laie of 5, Prospect-place, who has seen service in France since the commencement of the war, was recently wounded in action, losing his left eye. Mr. D. Wnme B.A., third son 01. Mr. Thomas Rees, Penygraig, Ystalyfera, left this week to join the Artists Rifles O.T.C. Mr. Rees, who tvHs educated at Ystalvfera County School and University College, Aberystwyth, has had a success- ful scholastic carcer, and only last Sep- tember took up an important post at Hull Grammar School.