Haverfordwest and Milford Haven Telegraph and General Weekly Reporter for the Counties of Pembroke Cardigan Carmarthen Glamorgan and the Rest of South Wales

Haverfordwest Corporation! t Workmen's Wages. I ARBITRATION PROCEEDINGS. _LI On Tuesday at the Shire Hall, HaveriorcLwesLI1 Mr. W. A. Robertson, the arbitrator appointed by the chief industrial Commissioner, neara the application made for an increase of war wases by the Haverfordwest Corporation en C app lea Ion ployees. The men had put in an aPPj^^ U^ for an increase of war wages of ?1 a week on £ pre-war rates. Mr. John Twomey, /^isea„, .b 1 1, "th ¡nen and Mr. H. & appeared on behalf of the ?%?-?- ? T. P. Williams, Town Clerk, on behalf ?oi the Town Council. Mr Twoniev, presenting the men b case, re- ferred to the increases given to the Chief Constable and other members of the constabu- lary at last week s meeting of the Standing Joint Comrniitee. and he quoted Mr. W. T. Davies as having said that the increased cost of living amounted to 100 per cent. He quoted the cae3 of Merthyr, Aberavon, Perth, Belfast, and Liverpool, where increases of £ 1 a week had been granted to municipal workers, while ) Swansea had gone beyond that. In answer to the Arbitrator he said he had no information as to what had been done at Carmarthen and towns similarly situated to Haverfordwest. Mr. R. T. P. Williams handed in a list of the Corporation employees. He referred to the decreased work falling on the slaughterhouse and market caretakers. In April, 1913, the wages of the first five men were 18s. a week, and these, had now been advanced to £1 7s. a week. The whole-time smith had had his wages increased from £ 1 4s. to £ 1 9s. a week; Mr. Howard Williams, the waterman, had been advanced from Ll 7s. to £1 12s.; Mi. Fields from iEl 12s. 6d. to £1 17s. 6d.; the foreman from £ 1 5s. to Pl 15s.; the slaughterhouse care- taker from £1 4s. to £1 8s.; and the market caretaker from £1 to kl 7s. The gas stoker had been advanced from Ll 7s. 6d. to £1 18s. 6d.; and.The yardman from 18s. to iLl 10s. a week. The Town Council had offered an all-round increase of 12s. a week on pre-w.°.i rates. It was stated that the present application was for an increase not of permanent wages but of war wages, as a war bonus did not carry with it any increase for over-time. Continuing the Town Clerk said he did not dispute the great increase in the cost of living.. But this was not the case of a private industry making large profits, but of a public authority who had to administer public moneys in a fair, reasonable, and equitable spirit, and he submitted that it was not a fair proposition that the proposed increase should fall entirely upon the ratepayers of Haverfordwest, many of whom were not in as good a financial posi- tion as the workmen making the application. All the towns mentioned by Mr. Twomey were large and prosperous, possessing very consider- able industrial works. Haverfordwest had a declining population and a stationary ratable value. Iopal industries had dropped out one bjf one; one industry with which he was con- nected, which had been in existence for centuries, was recently closed down because he could not get a buyer. House rent in Haverfordwest averaged only about 3s. 6d. a week. The Town Council had let a number of workmen's houses at 4s. 6d. a week. Mr. Williams referred to the many advantages of these houses. The Arbitrator: You had better not advertise them too much, or you will be invaded by the aliens. r, Asked by Mr. Twomey if the houses had a drawing room and bathroom, Mr. Williams said they had a very nice front room which some of the occupants might describe as a drawing room. They had no bathroom. Mr. Williams submitted that as no new public works had been undertaken for some time, the present staff was in excess of the town's requirements. Mr. Twomey told him that they had been a long time in finding that out, but the Council didn't wish to discharge any of the men. He referred to the increases given last week to the county roadmen. Mr. Twomey said the roadmen were non- unionists. The Arbitrator will give his award in due course.

£4,000 Expenditure Necessary. I Electric Lighting Scheme. L n, "uQ was tiie minimum cost at which ii7 V(,, fOl'(IlVe8t GaS Wo,ks could ? made e/(:lp.lltJ  pg. Of Neath, the Gas Fvnnw :,1 recently visited the town to make a iL +sukmitted a list of the alterations and imr» £ o?v,r ements at the works which should be carried out now. These would cost 94,000. The matter came before the Town Council at Tuesday night's meeting, when Aid. Thomas said it was useless to expend all this money and leave the mains as at present. Mr. Lloyd submitted that something ought to be done now, otherwise the town would be in darkness. The question of the management ought aLso to be taken in hand. Mr. Sinnett said the whole question ought to be considered in conjunction with an electric lighting scheme, but it was pointed out that even it the town had electric light the gas works would have to be kept going. Eventually it was decided to apply to the Local Government Boaixl to borrow £4,000 to carry out improvements urgently needed in cuniiectioii with the gas undertaking. A letter was received from Mr. J. L. H. Williams, Narberth, asking for permission to erect poles to transmit power from Cartlett to his electric lighting works in Market Street. The Mayor expressed himself in favour of the Town Council themselves applying for powers to light the town with electricity, and tlius prevent outsiders from coming in. if the time was coming when they ought to adopt an electric lighting scheme it would be to their own interest to keep it in their own hands. It was decided to liold a special meeting of s> the Council to consider the wiiole question of t the lighting of the town.

NEYLAND I f'oo(I oonmiittee.—A meeting of the JNeyland Food Committee was held on Thursday even- ing, when Mr. J. Skone was elected chairman in succession to Mr. W. H. Berry. The thanks of the Comnuttee were accorded to Miss Walker, Mrs. Samuel Davies, Mr:?. F. Harries and Miss Hilda Sutton, for the voluntary assist- ance they had given in getting out the meat ration cards. More Presentations. On Wednesday evening week a successful dance was held at the National School under the auspices of the Neyland Platoon of the Pembrokeshire Volunteer Regiment. Over 100 were present and the M.C.'s were Mr. G. S. Harries and Mr. T. D. Harries whilst Mrs. Morley Evans sup- plied the music. During the evening each of the following local lads who had joined the colours was presented with a 10s. noteEngin- eer-Lieut. C. Wliliams, R.N., Mr. Alban Griffiths, R.N.R., Ex-Sergt. F. Johnson, and ( Messrs. W. Blackinore, Fred John, E. John, ? R. Sproat, Harry Thomas, R. L. Moore, Emlyn R. Sproat, Alf Matthias and C. Herbert. The presentations were made by Mrs. W. N. James of Glenowen. Tho VESTRY MEETING. Thf, "? LlanstnTwoii 1eeung tor tUe parish of I .J nst,ad,:ell was Vei,d Wednesday evening, the Vvii?caa? i (?Reevv. ?TI ? ? Davies presiding. The Chmchwardens accounts were presented by It Messrs. W. ? James and F. LI. Hall, and ? ? other parochial accounts by the Vicar, and were adopted upon the proposition of Mr. S. C. Warlow seconded by Mr. Williams. Mr. W. N. James having declined to serve another year as Vicar's warden, the Vicar nominated Mr. T. Rowlands, and Mr. Warlow then proposed and Mr. Davies seconded the re-appointment of Mr. F. Lloyd Hall as parish warden. Mr. Hall said that he had been in harness for 20 years, and he felt that he would rather the vestry would appoint someone-else now. There had been for the last three years a slight undercurrent, that- a change was desired. Mr. Rowlands pressed Mr. Hall to serve another year and attain his majority and re- marked that the under-current existed only in Mr. Hall's imagination. Others present also urged Mr. Hall to con- tinue in office and no other name was put forward. Mr. Hall eventually agreed a«l was unanimously elected for another year. The sidesmen both for the Parish Church and St. Clement's were elected en bloc with the K addition of Messrs. Griffiths and R. Jones and I Messrs. W. N. James and S. C. Warlow werei appointed auditors. Some discussion took place as to dampness in certain portions of the Parish Church, and it was stated that the tower also required repair. Mr. Hall raised the question of starting a fund for a permanent building to replace St. Clement's iron church, and it was decided to ask the Vicar to open such a fund during the coming year. 1

MILLIONS OF PEOPLE FLORILINE I FOR THE I TEETH I 11 I I bave ufled this economical Denti- frice with full satisfaction. A few drops produce a refreshing lather and cleanser, rendering the teeth white, and arresting decay. Also put up in Powder form. Why not try it.

TOLL OF WAR. MAJOR WALTER DOUGLAS-WILLAN KILLED. Official information has been received that Major Walter Gordon Douglas-Willan. Durham Light Infantry, was killed in action in France on March 24th last. The deceased officer, who was 33 years of age, was the only son of the late Mr John Gordon Douglas-Willan, and grandson of the late Col. Douglas-Willan, R.A, of Haverfordwest. LETTERSTON SOLDIER KILLED. Official notification has been received by Mr and Mrs G. Lewis, Prospect Place, Letterston, that theirson, Sergant Ben Lewis, Middlesex Regiment, was killed in action on March 28th. Another son is with the forces in France. LIEUT. SIDNEY RUMBALL KILLED. The many friends of Lieut, and Mra Rumball (formerly R.S.M. Pembrokeshire Yeomanry), will regret to bear of the death in action of their only son, Lieut. G. T. Sidney Rumball, M.C. Lieut. Sidney Rumball spent about 18 months in France as an Orderly with the R.A.M.C., and about 19 months with the Royal Fusiliers in France, having won the M.C. and been twice mentioned in dispatches. The late Lieut. Rumball was an old Grammar School boy and au acolyte of St Martin's Church. YOUNG MILFORD MAJOR KILLED. I The many friends of Major D. Ithel Ellis, M.C.. will regret to hear that he was killed in action on the 9th inst. The news was con- veyed to Mr. Herbert Cole, L. C. & M. Bank, by the gallant officer's father. Only the day revious to his death he had written home to his parents a cheerful letter. Major Ellis was for three years previous to tho outbreak of war a clerk in the London City and Midland Bank, Milford Haven, and was very popular amongst his acquaintances. He joined the local Company of Pembroke R.G.A., and was mobilised in August, 1914. For a time he was on the pay staff and was promoted sergeant. On securing a commission he transferred to the R.F.A., and by his ability and devotion to duty he gained rapid promotion. He was only 23 years of age at the time of his death, and had won the Military Cross. His home was at Trifrew, North Wales. ANOTHER MILFORD LAD KILLED. I Yet again we have to record the death from wounds of another gallant Milford boy, Pte. F. C. Noakes, Cheshire Regiment, son of Mr. and Mrs. David Noakes, Charles Street. Last week a letter was received from Shrewsbury stating that he had been severely wounded by gunshot in the neck and was in hospital in France. Later in the week a telegram came stating that he had died. He was a bright smart young fellow and had won the good opinion of his officers and companions in the service. He was formerly in the employ of Mr. Alfred Farrow. LIEUT. LEWIS KILLED IN ACTION. We regret to learn that 2nd Lieut. A. Ralph Pollard Lewis, R.F.A., son of Mr A. Pollard Lewis, of 16 Granville Mansions. Shepherd's Bush, was killed in action on the Western front in France oa March 23rd last. The information was conveyed to his father by a telegram from the Secretary of the War Office. The circumstances nnder which 2ad-Lieut. Lewis met with bis death are described in a letter received bv Mr A. Pollard Lewis from Lieut- Colonel W. D. Stillwell, Commanding the 93rd Brigade, Royal Field Artillery :— It is with the very deepest sympathy that I have to inform you of the death of your son in action. We were on a reconnaisance together and got in the middle of a very intense enemy barrage. He was hit in the bead by a ebell splinter and death must have been instantaneous. He was buried in Longeast Wood during the battle by a clergyman, and a wooden cross erected. The place is now in German bands, but let us hope it'will soon be ours again. As you probably know, your son had only recently become my Signal Officer, and I feel his loss most severely both as a friend and as a soldier. He was a most energetic and capable offi- cer and a cheery companion in the Mess." Much sympathy has been expressed with the relatives of tbo young officer in their bereavement. Mr A. Pollard Lewis wac; formerly manager of the London & Provincial Bank at Pembroke, and his uncle, the Rev. J. Pollard Lewis was at one time curate of Steynton, and afterwards vicar of Wiston and Carew. OFFICER WOUNDED. Second-Lieutenant H. L1. H. Williams. R.F.A., aged 19, eldest son of Mr Walter L. Williams, coroner for North Pembrokeshire, is in hospital, bavivg been wounded for the third time. He is a nephew of Mr A. B. Williams, solicitor, Haver- I,vn. REPORTED MISSING. Mr Picton St. Thomas Green, received official information on Sunday that his son. Sapper W. Picton, Royal Engineers, is missing, believed to be a prisoner, since March 22nd, the second day of the great German offensive.—News has been received from the War Office that Pte. Wm. Alfred Lewis, Northumberland Fusiliers, and grandson of Mr Alfred Lewis, 22 Church Street, Haverfordwest, is a prisoner of war in Germany. ADMLTTED TO HOSPITAL. I •Official information has been received by Mr Matthew Morgan. Green's Farm, Merlin's Bridge, that his son, Pte. G. B. Morgan, the Welsh Regiment, is suffering from severe gas poisoning, and has been admitted to a convalescent hospital near Leeds. Mr Morgan has another son who was discharged from the army -fts the result of gas poisoning. I WOUNDED IN SALONICA. On Monday, Mr George Lewis, Lexden Terrace, Haverfordwest, received an official intimation that his son, Lce.-Corpl. E. E. Lewis (The Welsh Regiment) has been wounded in Salonica on April 9th. No information was given as to the nature of the injuries. On Sunday, Mr Lewis received a letter from bis son, dated April 8tb, in which he said he was all right and hoped to have his DhotoRraph taken shortly. j SERGT. JACK BISBOP. M.M. aergt. JacK bisnop M.M. eon ot MrB j. ti. Bishop, Dew Street, has been wounded in the fore- bead in France. He is now in hospital in England. NARBERTH LAD GASSED. Able-Seaman Penry Lewis, Royal Naval Division, was severely gassed- on Match 13oh, and was blind forovec.a week. He is now recovering, but still in hospital in France. He is the son of Mr J. R. Lewis, Grinow Croft, Narberth. MORE R.G.A. MEN GASSED. The number of Milford R.G.A. men gassed in the recent fightiug is increased this week by news of Gunner D. Jeffrey Morris, son of Mr. J. B. Morris, Dartmouth Gardens, who is in hospital in England, and Gunner Fred Llewellyn (ironmonger). The latter was home not long ago on leave. It is hoped both these and the others previously reported gassed will make a good recovery.

I PRICE OF BUTTER. I REDUCTION AT HAVERFORDWEST. A meeting or the Borough of Haverfordwest Food Control Committee was held at the Council Chambers last Wednesday night. The Inspector gave his report of inspections made since his appointment, and the report was considered a very satisfactory one. It was decided to reduce the price of butter until further notice to 2s 3d per Ib, this to take effect from Saturday next. Applications were received for permission to preserve quantities of eggs. It was decided that no standard should be laid down, but that all applications be considered on their merits. The Executive Officer was authorised to issue supplementary meat ration cards after cases had been investigated by him.

SUDDEN DEATH OF CAPT. JAMES, I DINAS CROSS. We regret to announce the death which took place suddenly last Wednesday, of Capt. Thos. James, J.P., C.C., Glanteg, Dinas Cross. Only on the previous day deceased attended a meeting of the County Main Roads Committee at Haverfordwest. Capt. James followed a seafaring career, and by sheer merit rose to the highest position in the mercantile marine. On retiring several years ago be took an active part in the public life of Pem- J brokesbire, and rapidly won the complete confi- dence of all with whom he came in contact. He was appointed to many positions of importance, which he filled with conspicuous ability, carrying I out his duties at all times in a thoroughly con- sciencious manner. His services to the county were recognized by his appointment as a Justice of Peace. As a member of the County Council be was most faithful in his attendance at meetings, and took a keen interest in all business affecting his district. He was also interested in educational matters and held the position of Chairman of the J local School Manager. He was an Alderman of i the ancient Borough of Newport, a member of the St. Dogmell's Rural District Council, and had acted 1 as Chairman of the St. Dogmell's District Tribui*itl. The fuueral took place on Monday afternoon. MISS EBBESON, MILFORD HAVEN. The death took place on Monday of last week of Miss Ebbeson, of Shakespeare Avenue, Milford Haven. She was very well known and respected in the town to which she came from Denmark, some 24 years ago, and had kept house for her brother, Captain Peter Ebbesen, one of the pioneer skippers of the port. She had been in poor health since January, and finally took to her bed three weeks before her death. She was 57 years of age. The funeral took place on Thursday at the cemetery, when the curate, Rev. V. B. Morris, officiated. The mourners were Captain and Mr Ebbeson, Messrs. J. Clarke (senior), and F. Clark, Cardiff (friends). A number of beautiful floral tributes were received. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs' Fred Lloyd & Co., Charles carried out by Messrs.Fred Lloyd & Co., Charles Street.

FUNERAL OF MISS NORAH BATTEN, I HAKIN. The funeral took place on Tuesday, the 16th inst of Miss Norah M. Batten, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs F. Batten, Beynon House, Hakin, whose death was briefly recorded in our issue of last week, The deceased young lady, who was only 23 years of age, had been unwell for some time but the end came rather unexpectedly and was a great shock to her parents and family, with whom great sympathy is felt. Miss Batten was a membei of St Catherine's Church and by herkindly manner and gentle ways bad endeared herself to many. She was a sister to Sergt. Beynon Batten, who will be remembered as the old Milford Football Club Goalkeeper (now serving in Mesopotamia) and another brother (Fred) happened to be home on leave from France at the time of her death. In the absence of the Vicar, the Rev. V. Morris officiated at the burial service, assisted by the Rev. H. J. Barber, Wesleyan minister. The funeral arrange- ments were carried out in a most satisfactory manner by Messrs W. Cole & Sons. The following floral tributes were received. Harp with broken string, from her sorrowing Parents. Cross, from her sisters and brothers. Wreath, with sincere love and sympathy from Alice. Wreath, with love from Uncle and Aunt Rees. Wreath, In ever loving memory of dear Norah, Aunt Jeannete and Family. Spray, in affectionate remembrance of dear Norah, Ethel and Walter. Spray, la evsrloving memory Eiiza, Ned and Children. Spray, In affectionate rememberance, Minnie and Jjarry. Spray, In loving rememberance Evelyn and Jim. Spray In loving memory from Uncle Dick, NeHie and Rhoda. Spray (Carnations) Cambell. Spray In fond and loving memory from Cousin Maggie. Spray to Darling Norab, from Ethel and Gordon. Wreath to Norah, in affectionate rememberance from all her friends at number 31. Wreath In loving memory from Bess and Willie. Wreath In loving memory from Gwen and Enid. Spray, With loving sympathy, from Mrs Griffiths and Jim. Spray, In loving memory from Mrs A. Rees. Spray With deepest sympathy from Mr and Mrs J. Saunders, Neyland. Spray In loving memory Mrs George and family Pembroke Dock. Wreath In fond rememberance Mr and Mrs Penbale. Wreath In affectionate rememberance Betha Pembroke Dock. Wreath With heartfelt sympathy Mr & Mrs G. W. Lewis and family. Cross and Buuch Violets with sincere sympathy from Mr and Mrs Griffiths and Reggie. Spray With heartfelt sympathy, Mr T. Whittow and Family. Spray With loving sympathy Poll and Will. Spray With sincereset sympathy Carrie and Albert and Family. Wreath In affectionate remembrance Mr Owen and Alfie (Parkhurst). Wreath In loving memory Mr and Mrs Jas. Hancock and Family. Wreath In affectionate remembrance Mr and Mrs E. T. Slough. Cross With loving sympathy from Capt. and Mrs Limbrick and Family. Spray In affectionate remembrance Mr and Mrs F. Locke and Family. Spray In loving memory from Mr and Mrs F. P Locke. Wreath With sincerest sympathy from Mrs E John and Family, Hakin Point. Spray In loving sympathy from Mrs Blackstock and Family. Cross In affectionate rememberance from Mrs Thomas and Effie. Bar With sincerest sympathy from Gladys. Wreath In affectionate rememberance Mr and Mrs W. Thomas and Billy. Wreath In loving memory from Mr and Mrs Fred Thomas. Wreath with deepest sympathy Mr King and Mollie. Spray In loving memory from Mr and Mrs Taylor and Mona. Spray With loving sympathy Mr and Mrs Jones and Vida. Wreath With deepest sympathy from all at 15 and 16 Clarence Street, Pembroke Dock. Spray With deepest sympathy Mr and Mra Clark and Family, Robert Street. Cross With sincerest sympathy Mr and Mra Whitfield and Family. Spray With deepest sympathy Misg Clinton. Spray With loving sympathy Mr and Mrs Brace and Family. Spray With sincerest sympathy Mr and Mrs Jenkins. I Spray f Lmldon 8'ncere sympathy Mr and Mr Callow, I S Spray With deepest sympathy from Mrs Saunders and Mrs Rolfe. 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 == ^—————————== 5 =

LITTLE HAVEN. Sunday School Ann i versary.-A successful service lb connection with Tabernacle chapel was held last Sunday evening, when there was a large congre. BftHnn Choruses, quartettes, solos and recitations j„;? rendered by the choir, under the able con- ??.? ?''sbtp of Mr Manning, Talbenny, and the Sunday School children, who had also been weU trained- Recitation were given by Misses NeUie \"? "??NeHie and Mary Max, Katie Harris, Miss Agnes Thomas, Miss Lily Gore, David John, Alice on/i t i. ??! solos by Nellie Max, Beatric ?-??? ??? Miss Agnes Thomas quartette by M-? '? Owen. Rev. D. E. Richards, Mrs D. E. RIChards and Mrs Max; trio by Mr Manning and  Miss Patty Rees. The choir rendered tbe foiiowmg ch°fuse8 Beyond the Gates," &c. AH lui iter?nb were of a high order. Miss Patty Rees (the  and faitbful organist), and the minister presided a^ t the organ. Mr J. S. Richards, Little Hasguard, made a splendid chairman. The thanks of the church are extended to all who helped to make the service a success. Presentatlon.-Last night week a presentation took place at Tabernacle Chapel, when Mr J. E. Owen, Mill Moor, presided. Mrs J. E. Owen, on behalf of the church, in touching terms, made the eseI of an oak sideboard to the Rev. and Mrs D. E. Richards on the occasion of their marriage. Mrs Owen, when making the presenta- tion, said that since Mr Richards had been there he had more than satisfied their expectations, and the way the church and congregation responded to that presentation proved the popularity of both Mr ^a Mra Richards.-Mr Richards, in replying, said ? that Pembrokeshire people were noted for their generosity and in many parts of the country they were known as the ministers' friends."—Speeches were also given by Mr Stev. Richards, Hasguard Hall Mr Richard Owen and the Chairman. The wish of both Pastor and Church is that the present ministry will be a long one.

New Works for Haver- fordwestfc I Messrsi (ireen'si, Enterprise. Messrs. S. & F. Green made an application to the Haverfordwest Town Council on Tuesday evening to sell them the remaining land on the Jubilee Gardens. Councillor Green said that his firm had no premises to develop their business on anything like the anticipated scale. They would have from 25 to 30 men back with them at the end of the war. Councillor Gilbert Thomas asked if they were not supposed to keep the space open for children to play, and Councillor Sinnett, while supporting the request, expressed the hope that they would keep in mind the question raised by Councillor Thomas. The Mayor remarked that they might have the Bridge Meadow as a public park before long, and Councillor Rogers hoped that no obstacles would be placed in the way of larger works and more employment in the town. Councillor Row- lands spoke in similar term, and the Mayor said the Council ought to offer every encouragement to industrial enterprise. Small beginnings some- times developed into big undertakings. The re- quest was granted, and it was decided to make application to the Local Government Board to sell the land. — J

Honorary Freedom of Haverfordwest. CAPT. STEWART PALMER'S GALLANTRY. An interesting ceremony took place at the close of the business at Tuesday night's meeting of the Town Council, when Capt. Stewart Palmer, who has won the Military Cross for gallantry in France,, was awarded the Honorary Freedom of the Borough. The Mayor congratulated Capt. Palmer on his gallantry. Referring to the act which won for Capt. Palmer his distinction, the Mayor said that the gallant officer was in charge of a fleet of Tanks, and when charging the enemy a Tank came to a stop, and at the risk of losing his own life Capt. Palmer got out and restored the machinery to workingurder. He thus distinguished himself and blroogbt glory to his regiment.

C i» THS-MARRIAGES-DEATHS. Announcements of births, marriages, and deaths, acknowledgments, and In Memoriam notices are inserted at 28. 6d. each. For each verse after the first in "In Memoriam notices Is. is charged. These notices should be pre- paid. BIRTHS. PUGH.-April 21st, at 22, Margaret Street, Bean- maris, Anglesey, to Mrand Mrs Geo. Pugh-a son. DEATHS. HOOD-WILLIAMS.-April 4th, at Glenside, Upper Sheffield Road, Barnslev (late of Haverfordwest), John, beloved husband of Alice Hood-Williams (nee Rogers), aged 76. No cards. VITTLE.-On tbe 13th April, at 37, Dewsland Street, Milford Haven, William D. Vittle, aged 79 years. Deeply mourned by all who knew him. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. EBBESON.—Captain P. Ebbeson and Mr Rasmus Ebbeson, Shakespeare Avenue, Milford Haven, desire to return thanks for sympathy extended to them in their recent bereavement and for floral tributes received. RICHARDS.—Mr Thomas Richards, 41, Portfield, and family, desire to return sincere thanks to all those who expressed sympathy with them in their bereavement, also to those who sent floral tributes. IN MEMORIAM. DAVIES.-In loving memory of my dear husband, Thomas George Djvies, aged 41, who was killed by the blowing up of a mine while minesweeping on H.M.S. Othonna, in the Scottish seas on April 20th, 1917. Gone, but not forgotten. No one kuows how much I miss him, Some may tbink the wound is healed, But they little know the Borrow. Leaves may wither, flowers may die, Some may forget him, but never will I. Friends are friends if they are trne, Bat, Oh those friends are very fow, The hardest part is yet to come When the warriors all return, And we miss amouy the cheering crowd The face of him we mourn. Inserted by his sorrowing Widow, 21, Lower Granton Road, Nr. Edinburgh. DAVIEs.-In loving memory of my dear dad. One year has passed gince that sad day, When one I loved so well was called away, God took him home, it was His will, Forget him No, I never will. When days are dark and friends are few, Dear dad how I long for you. Inserted by his only son, Jim. Sleep on dear dad and take your rest, 'Tis sweet to breathe your name, In life I loved you very dear, In death I do the same. And those who think of Aim to-night, Are those who loved him best. Inserted by his loving daughter, Rose. Those who knew him need never be told, A warmer heart death never made cold, A loving father, true and kind. It is hard on this earth his equal to find. Inserted by his loving daughter, Lily. There's no one knows a daddy's worth, Until at last he's gone, There's not a friend on all the earth, With love so true and strong. Inserted by his loviugdaugbter Gertie. Dear daddy how I miss you, But your face will never fade, For I love you still as dearly, Though you're in your silent grave. Inserted by his little daughter, Iris. HASTpus.—In ever loving memory of our dear sons, Jim, died April 26tb, 1911, and Fred, died March 2nd, 1914, at Hakin. Too dearly loved to be ever forgotten by Father and Mother, R. & A. Haatinga. We think of them in silence, No eyes can see us weep, For ever in our aching hearts, Their memory we shall keep. Hnbberston, Milford Haven. BlARVELLY. In loving memory of my dear husband. John Marvelly, who lost his life April 19th, 1917, by his ship being mined. Ever fondiy remembered by his wife, sons, and daughters. No one knows bow much we miss him, None but aching hearts can tell, But soon in Heaven we hope to meet him, Never more to say "fareweii." COLE.-In ever loving memory of our dearly beloved son, George Cole (17th Welsh Regiment), who was killed in action somewhere in France, April 24tb, 1917. We often sit and think of him, And think of how he died, To think we could not beBorlbim say good-bye," Before he closed his eyes. • Nobly he did his duty, Bravely he fought and fell, But the sorrows of those that mourn him, Only aching hearts can tell. It may be a soldier's honour For his country's cause to fall, But we cannot think of the glory, For the sorrow it has caused us all. Ever remembered by bis loving mother, father, sisters, and brothers, also,, sister-in-law, brothers- in-law, and all friends and relations. WILLIAMS.—In loving memory of my dear husband, Frederick Maurice Williams, 123, Albert Town, Portfield, Haverfordwest, who was killed on the 24th April, 1917.-Ever remembered by his loving wife and children. Not gone from memory, not gone from love, But gone to the Father's home above. God takes our loved ones from our homes, But never from our hearts. JONES.—In loving memory of Pte. George Jones, (Prince of Wales's Compaipy, 1st Welsh Guards), who was killed in a bombing charge at the battle of Ypres on April 28tb, 1916, the day after his 23rd birthday. Somewhere in Belgium there lies to-day, Neath a quiet of grass so green, An hero brave, his life he gave, For those who where far away. No monument to mark his grave, No wreaths save faded moss, No epitaph to praise his name But a little wooden cross. Ever remembered by his sorrowing mother, sister, and brothers. 14, Milford Road, Haverfordwest.

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I Do You Know That all those entitled to vote under the new Registation of the Peoples' Act are asked to com- plete their forms and return them to the overseers without delay ? That a pre-occupied Haverfordwest, lady realis- ing that she bad come in contact with something on the pavement, promptly begged pardon for the breach of good manners? That on looking round she found it was a dog ? That a countrywoman after vainly searching the Haverfordwest shops in search of food confessed that f-be had more forms and tickets in her basket than anything else ? That local grocers say they are quite bewildered by the number of forms they have to fill up ? That Pembroke Borough are holding a belated Business Men's Week all on their own ? That they are making an effort to raise £ 40,000, the cost of twelve aeroplanes or eight tanks ? That Lord Merthy's butler told the Narberth magistrates last week that his wages were only a 91 a week and that he had a wife and three small children to maintain ? That the charge against him of stealing certain articles from his master was dismissed ? That the Cardigan Amateur Dramatic Society have realized X80 by a performance of the farce "Eliza comes to stay ? That they should next present the public with Hannah cofnes round," which would make a very good sequel ? That the Fisbguard, Goodwick, and District Branch of the National Association of Discharged Soldiers and Sailors have protested against prefer- ence being granted to female labour over ex-service men ? That at Eglwyswrw local farmers and butchers bad been fined for selling and slaughtering sheep without having them passed though a mart ? That Capt. James, Dinas, who died last Wednes- day morning, attended a county meeting at Haver- fordwest on the previous day ? That the question of taking over the Volunteer Band was deferred by the Haverfordwest Town Council last night? That it was stated that certain bandsmen bad refused to undertake certain duties, hence the application ? That several seats on the Scotchwell walk have been smashed ? That it is intended to hold a baby show in con- nection with the fancy fair organised under the auspices of the local Red Cross Working Party at Haverfordwest next July? That at yesterdays arbitration proceedings Mr Twomey referred to the result of the" Business Men's Week" as evidence of the prosperity of Haverfordwest and Milford Haven ? That conversely Pembroke Dock must be a very poor town ? • PERIWINKLE. I

MILFORD HAVEN. 1 ABTIFIGIAL TERM.-Edward England, Ltd., now attends at Mr Meyler, Chemist, Charles Street Milford Haven, every Monday. Sea large advertise- ment. Estimates free. English and American Artificial Teeth. Teeth fixed by the Company's Patent Suction, requiring no fastening For articulation and eating thAv arp equal to the natural teeth. MR. J. H. LLEWELLIN, Hamilton Terrace, a Qualified Optbalmic Optician is in attendance daily, and will be pleased to advise anyone whose eyesight his defective also to provide Spectacles (if such are necessary) after a thorough and careful testing. Advance in Salary.—At the Milford Haven Council on Friday evening, MissO. T. Davies, who has completed one year's service in the clerk's office, was granted an advance in her salary of as per week. Trawler Engineer's Tragic Death.-The body of Mr J. White, engineer on one of the Cuxwold Company's trawlers, who was drowned at sea a few weeks ago, was brought home on Friday from Fish- guard, where it bad been landed after being picked up. The deceased, who was well known, had been on the local trawlers for some years and was respected as a steady and industrious workman. A sad feature of the case is that the widow at the time was ill in the County Hospital and had to be brought home. The funeral took place on Saturday at the cemetery. Mr Fred Lloyd superintended the arrangements. Rehoboth Chapel, Hakin.-Special services were held at Rehoboth C.M. Church, Hakin, on Sunday, when the Rev. H. Solva Thomas, Woodstock, officiated. In the afternoon he delivered a Welsh sermon, an unusual event in Milford Haven, and it was highly appreciated by the Welsh-speaking community. Miss Cissy Thomas, daughter of the preacher, a talented singer, rendered a Welsh solo. At the evening service the church was packed. Mr Thomas delivered a powerful and thoughtful dis- course from Acts 1, verse 3. Miss Thomas effectively rendered the solo, "Nearer my God to Thee." The services throughout were impressive. The Cinema.— Wm. Fox presents the popular and famous screen artist, Gladys Blockwell, in "Her Temptation," at this hall during the latter half of this week. Pathe's new serial will also be presented. Next Monday "The War Mother," a Fox super film, will be seen, featuring Virginia Pearson. The first of the new Arbuckle-Fatty comedies, which we had the pleasure of seeing last week, was a comedy not seldom seen. It provided one continuous roar of laughter. The series will be presented approximately one per month, and can only be seen at the Cinema. The three greatest films of the day will be screened shortly at the Cinema. They are entitled "The Whtp," Drurv Lane's greatest drama Jack and the Beanstalk introducing 1,500 children and Wm. Fox's 1,000,000 dollars master production, The Daughter of the Gods," featuring Anette Kellerman, the Australian venus. This tremendous attraction will be seen on Whit-Monday, and on Thursdav, Friday and Satur- day, May 23, 24 and 25, Mr Scard will have pleasure in presenting the film at the Cinema Palace, Haverfordwest. The Picture Palace.-A special attraction at the Picture Palace, Robert-street, for the week-end commencing to-morrow (Thursday) is the exciting drama in four reels, Jacko, the Super Monkey," the cleverest monkey ever screened, and the picture is one which will well repay a visit to this popular house. The comedy is Ham in a Harem," whilst the great Trans-Atlantic drama, "The GreyGhost," will be found more interesting than ever. For Monday a strong programme is announced and is led by a very popular presentation of the well- known Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond," in four parts. A fine Triangle comedy, two parts, featuring Charles Murray in His Preoious Life." Interest films and Pathe's Gazette are a nightly feature of the programme. "It is for England," the great film, will be seen at the Palace shortly.

I Milford Council's New I Chairman. Councillor Hugh Thomas, J.P., the new chair- man of the Milford Haven Urban District Council, is a native of the town. Born of bumble parentage, he baa by dint of perseverance and industry risen to the leading position the town can offer, and his election to the chairmanship of the Council has given satisfaction to townspeople generally. He received his early education at the old Board School under the late Mr Bamkin. Some years he spent in Glamorgansbire, but returning to bis native 'I heath he took up Insurance work and built up a big business for his Company (the Prudential Assurance Company). He has for some years past occupied a seat in the Council Chamber, and has taken a deep interest in matters municipal. He is I a deacon of Rebohoth Chapel, Hakin. We wish him a successful year, and trust he will be able to celebrate the peace so eagerly looked for. THE MAYOR AT WORSHIP. The new Chairman of the Council invited the members to accompany him to worship at Reho- both Chapel, Hakin, on Sunday morning. The Council and officials responded very well and marched over to Hakin. The preacher for the day was the Rev. H. Solva Thomas, Woodstock.

I Dates to be Remembered at I Milford Haven. II April 24th and 25th.-Sbakespearean Entertain ment at the Masonic Hall in aid of the Milford Haven Nursing Association. The Cinema.-Coming shortly, the supreme offering, of filmdom, The Whip,' greatest of all Drury Lane's dramas. Sunday, April 28tb.-Rehoboth Chapel. Hakin. Preacher: Rev. Benjamin Jones. Trebavod. Whit-Monday, May 20th.—Grand Sports and Car- nival in aid of Prisoners of War and local chari- ties.

MRS. WINSLOW'S SOOTHING SYRUP. I FOR CHILDREN TEETHING I If your baby is restfessand can- not sleep, give this oldfasbioDed remedy a trial, as it cures WIND I AND TEETHING DIARRHCEA. Yon will all have a good night, and baby will wake up bright I and happy

LOCAL NEWS. Dance.—A dance will be held at St. Martin's Hall to-night (Wednesday), commencing at 8 o'clock. Admission 6d. Hill Park Sunday School.—The anni- versary services in connection with the above will be held on Sunday next, April 28th. The preacher for the day will be Rev. Benjamin Howells, late of Abercynon and now of Letterston. Special hymns will be sung at each service by the Sunday School Choir. Death.—The death recently took place of Mr Howard Beynon, formerly a clerk with the late Mr Wm. Vaughan James, and afterwards registrar at Port Talbot. Deceased was a son of the late Mr David Beynon, Haverfordwest, Compulsory Acquisition of Land.—The Town Council last night, on the authority of the War Agricultural Executive Committee, (lecided to take over a field in Scotchwell in order to satisfy nine applicants for allotments. The owner of the land, Dr. John, had refused consent to the taking over of the field. Prendergast Water Supply.—At Tuesday night's meeting of the Town Council, Mr W. G. Rowlands called attention to the difficulty in obtaining water in Prendergast, particularly in the cisterns. It was explained by the surveyor that when there was a drop in the reservoir it was absolutely impossible for the water to reach the cisterns. The only remedy was to have a hand-pump. Wesleyan Band of Hope Festival.—We would remind our readers of this annual festival which is to be held to-morrow (Thursday) evening in the Wesleyan Schoolroom. An attractive pro- gramme has been provided including action songs, solos, recitations, gymnastics, and a sketch en- titled" Women's rights." To commence at 7.30 p.m. Reserved seats, Is. unreserved seats, 7d. Impressions of the Holy Land.-Pte. Watkins (5th Welsh), writing to a friend at Haver- fordwest, gives his impressions of the Holy Land. He first passed through the mountainous country of Judea. The natives living in small villages had, he says, probably never before heard a word of English, and their manner of living was repulsive. Hebron is a lovely town with beautiful gardens, and as the British troops passed through the people came out to greet them. They were back again in civilisation. Although it was early in the morning when they entered Bethlehem, the residents ex- tended to them a hearty welcome, and the church bells were yung. "It was a thrilling experience as we first marched through the place where Jesus was born." After a short stay here, they went on to Jerusalem, and their first duty was to feed the hungry people, who had so long awaited the arrival of the British. No fewer than five thousand of the population were starving. Allotment Holders and Cottage Gardeners' Association.—A general meeting of this association was held at the Shire Hall on Saturday evening, Mr Sinnett presiding. Mr Sidney Rees was elected president of the association, and his patriotic action in placing his field at the disposal of allot- ment holders free of charge this year was referred to in appreciative terms. It is understood that he will be pleased to consider any reasonable arrange- ment by which the field can be secured by those interested permanently. Mr Beaumont was elected vice-chairman of the association. Mr H. E. H. James, Director of Education, suggested means by which the association should avail itself of the services of the lecturers from Aberystwyth. Mrs Summers, Market Street, was appointed to look after the matter of supplying the members with useful literature from the Board of Agriculture and Horticultural Society. Dramatic and Musical Evening.-We beg to draw our readers' attention to the fine dramatic and musical evening to be held at the Palace Theatre on Wednesday evening next, May 1st. The artistes will include a fine contralto in MissiMcKay. A very old favourite in Haverford- west is Mr Brenig Jones, and all lovers of music should not fail to hear the famous Welsh tenor, Mr David Harry, who scored such a success when he sang here two years ago. The management have been fortunate in securing the services of Mr O. Curphey, who will give dramatic and musical recitals. Miss Violet Phillips will be at the piano. By kind permission of Mr G. J. Griffith the one- act play, "Hannah comes round will be performed by the Celtic Drama Company. This play has met with great success wherever it has been played, and we feel sure that a special treat is in store for those who visit the Palace that evening. The band of the 1st. Pem. Volunteer Battalion, under Bandmaster J. Lewis, will render selections during the evening. Seats can be booked with Mr Edwin John, bookseller, Castle Square. So far the bookings are very heavy, and patrons are advised to book their seats as early as possible. The proceeds are for the Church Army Huts. On Saturday, May 4th, a play will be held for the same object. The organizer will be assisted in the sale of flags by the usual band of lady helpers as well as by a number of discharged soldiers who found the value of the Church Army Huts when serving in France and on other fronts. Those good enough to help with this work in selling tickets for the concert or selling flags are asked to send their names to the secretary, Leslie H. Ellis, St. Elmo. Subscriptions will be gratefully acknowledged.

Fatal Accident at Hook. DOCKYARD WORKER SUCCUMBS TO INJURIES. On Monday evening, Mr John Owens, a joiner in the Dockyard, met with a fatal accident while returning from work. It appears that he had descended Llangwm Hill on his bicycle and was crossing Hook Bridge when he collided with cyclists who bad come down Farzy Hill. He was thrown from his machine and sustained frigntful injuries about the bead. He was, however, able to walk bome, and the Doctor was sent for. His condition was at once seen tOo be very grave, and he passed away on Tuesday morning. Deep sympathy is felt with the widow and two children.

FOR "LIVERISHNESS" OR CLOGGED INTESTINES YOU NEED ALKALINE WATER. Medical man says this is easily prepared at home and will quickly dissolve, neutralise and wash out any irritating Liver, Kidney, Stomach or Bowel acids and poisons. The various body impurities and also such acids as hydrochloric (stomach) uric, oxalic, etc., are the natural result of the digestive processes. Certain of them are vitally necessary without hydroch- loric acid, for instance, the stomach could not take care of the certain classes of foods. It is only when there is an excessive, accutnul ation of acids that food fermentation, gas, rheumatism and other painful troubles result. Even uric acid seldom gives any evidence of being present in the system until after it accumulates to such an extent that the blood can no longer hold it in solution, and tiny, pain-causing crystals then commence to separate from the blood and deposit in muscleg and joints. There is no way to stop all absorption of acids and impurities into the blood from the digest- ing food in stomach and intestines, without stopping the absorption of nourishment at the same time. Moreover, the absorption does no barm so long as the toxins and excessive acids are promptly extracted from the blood by the kidneys and other organs of filtration and excretion, this being what normally happens when the body is in a state of perfect health. If the liver, kidneys, etc., are not working properly, however, the blood must quickly become impure, and impure blood means pain and disease always. Pure blood is the founda- tion upon which all good health must be built. People who have it cannot suffer from rheumatism, gout, backache, stomach trouble, biliousness, lassitude, headache, kidney diseases, poisoned irritated nerves, skin afflictions or the endless train of other complaints directly dne to impure blood, which has become thick and sluggish with the poison it has gathered up in its journeys through- out the body. To rid the system of poisons, never dose yourself with still more poisons, or powerful salivating drugs like calomel (mercury), etc., which accumulate in the system and even attack the bones. Instead, try drinking every other morning for a week or two a tumbler of hot water in which you have dissolved a level teaspoonful of alkia saltrates, which any chemist can supply at slight cost. It will quickly neutralise and wash out the impurities and excessive acids by flushing the kidneys, stimulating the liver, and thoroughly cleansing the intestines. This is what occurs when visitors drink exactly similar alkaline water at the world-famed and highly expensive alkaline hot springs.

I- HAVERFORDWEST MART. uniy ten cattle were brought into the Haverford- west mart yesterday, and these were allotted as follows.—Haverfordwest Borough, 3 Haverford- west rural district, 1; Neyland, 1; Milford Haven ship Stores, 5. Haverfordwest Borough, was allotted 7 sheep Haverfordwest rural district, 2 Neyland 1, Milford Haven 4.

Too Late for Classification. WANTED an Experienced GENERAL.—Apply VV Miss Williams, 43, Charles Street, Milford Haven. 528 WANTED APARTMENTS with attendance W for gentleman, wife and two children, Milford or Hakin.—Apply Box 625, Telegraph Office, Milford Haven. OfficAe, NTED NURSE for two Children, good W wages. Apply, Mrs Thomas, Registry Office, 99, Charles Street, Milford Haven. 526 F OR sale HEN HOUSE, 12 feet length, 4 feet r wide, quite new. No reasonable offer refused. —Thomas, 99, Charles Street, Milford Haven. 527