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ARMLET PARADE AT ABERGAVENNY.
ARMLET PARADE AT ABER- GAVENNY. AN IMPRESSIVE SPECTACLE. !u Abergavenny, which has been to the lore in so many matters, is probably the first town in the United Kingdom to have a parade of the armleteers, as they have been called, otherwise the men who have become attested under Lord Derby's scheme of recruiting. The idea origin- ated with Capt. Athlerley Jones, who has thrown such energy and enthusiasm into local recruiting work, and the parade proved a great success. It was not expected that all the local men who are entitled to wear a khaki armlet would turn up, but a large number did so, and they created a most favourable impression by their bearing, which was exceedingly creditable for the first parade of the Army Reserve. The men assembled at the Market Hall at 10 o'clock, where they were given a little in- struction in elementary drill. They picked up the idea very quickly and in a few minutes were able to form fours and form two deep in a manner which suggested that they had received a good deal of training. They were no doubt helped by the fact that there was a good leaven of old Army men and Territorials among their number who had not forgotten what they had learned of military movements. A number of wounded soldiers of the 3rd Mons., together with the Volunteer Training Corps and the Cadets, fell in at the Drill Hall at 10.30, and under the command of Mr. Gower Andrews marched to the Market Hall, headed by the excellent band of the 2nd Monmouthshire Batt. (under the conductorsbip of Bandmaster S. T. Roderick), and the parade halted in Cross- street below the Market Hall until joined by the Army Reserve. Capt. J. R. Jacob (O.C. 3rd Monmouthshire Batt. Administrative Centre) then took command of the whole parade, which marched to St. Mary's Church through crowds of interested spectators. The whole parade numbered about 400, and formed an impressive spectacle, representing, as it did, three gener- ations of patriotism, The younger generation were represented by the Cadets, the second generation by the armlet men, and the third generation by the veterans of the Volunteer Training Corps. Deputy Lieutenant's Congratulations. t. Before leaving the Market Hall, the Army Reserve were inspected by Mr. W. J. Orders, D.L., J.P., who, addressing the men, said I esteem it a great honour and privilege to be here with my colleague, Mr. Hanbury, as representative of the Lord Lieutenant, and to have the opportunity of addressing members of the Army Reserve, more popularly known as the Group men, as also the members of the V.T C. I am sure that the Lord Lieutenant would have been delighted to be present to have witnessed such a splendid body of men, had it been possible, but be is detained in London on Parliamentary business. So far as the V.T.C. is concerned, I have a very intimate knowledge of its origin and the spirit which led to its inception, inasmuch as I, together with Mr. Mitchell Innes (com- mandant, Leighton, Monmouthshire) and other gentlemen took a prominent part in the move- ment which led to the formation of the corps in Newpprt, which, as most of you know, has been most successful, and is doing grand work to-day in connection with the hospital, special constables for the town, and other important matters. I think I may claim that through my instrumen- tality the Newport Corps is provided with rifles and ammunition, so that the men may make themselves efficient at the firing range (long ranges particularly), bi^t other important war work has prevented my doing much more. The hundreds of thousands (I believe nearly three quarters of a million) of V.T. Corps men are, in the majority of cases, old men in point of years, but still young in spirit-in the spirit of their forefathers, the spirit that has made England what she is to-day, a country respected by her friends and feared by her foes. The V.T.C. will, no doubt, be called upon to serve their country in one capacity or another. Some very useful work will surely be found for such fine and useful bodies of men, imbued with the spirit of youthful enthusiasm, and, above all, patriotism. They are capable of great things. One can hardly expect them to be in the firing line, but they can be utilised in other directions to release younger men for that part of the campaign in which youth counts for so much. The V.T.C. have been formed with the object of rendering useful service to their country in its hour of need, and when they are called upon they will not be found wanting. I am certain the local corps, under the splendid generalship of Mr. Hanbury and his officers will be ready to respond when the call comes. I congratulate you all on your splendid appearance and patriotism. As to the Group men, the armlet on the left arm distinguishes you all who have rallied round the flag at the sound of an urgent call to the colours and to the service of King and country. Many held back until the eleventh hour because there were ties which they could not honourably sever, whilst other eligible men without ties held back. Now the situation has been changed, for under Lord Derby's scheme an appeal has been made to everyone of military age to. enlist, and the gratifying response shows that there is a large percentage who say in effect, We are ready when our country wants us.' All honour to them. The number of armlet men is an ex- hibition of splendid patriotism and determin- ation, which we know will be forthcoming at the right time. The armlet is a sign that the wearer is determined that justice shall be done to the suffering people in Belgium, France and else- where, and as the men are called up group by .group and our Army swells, there will be much wailing and gnashing of teeth in the Kaiser's camp. It will be the beginning of the end, for numbers must tell. No figures are published yet, and even Lord Derby states that he does not know the number, and I feel sure when they are- known every estimate will be found to be ex- ceeded and will stagger humanity. Monmouth- shire has done magnificently, not only now, but since the war started, and has need to be proud of the splendid service her soldiers have rendered. First always in sport, she is first in war, and her lietoes' names will be indelibly marked on the rolls of honour. I am proud to be here to-day, to congratulate Abergavenny, especially on the splendid result of hard work due in a great measure to our friend Capt. Atherley J ones, who has worked like a Trojan himself and given of his very best to achieve this result." Applause). The Secret of Happiness. I St. Mary's Church was filled to its utmost capacity. The service was conducted by the Rev. H. B. Jones (curate), and the Vicar (the Rev. H. H. Matthew) read the lessons and preached the sermon, taking as his text the words, Rejoice in the Lord alway and again I I say rejoice." (Philippians 4th chap., 4th verse). The rev. gentleman said that our beloved country was in greater danger to-day than she had ever been in the course of her long and glorious history, and we did not know what the coming year would bring forth. They only knew that to every man and every woman and very child in this country there came a call to give up all for their country. The Empire, for the freedom of which our fathers fought, claimed us as her defenders. There were a large number of men in the church that morning who gave witness of the noble response which had been made to the call. There were hundreds who had placed their lives and their powers at the disposal of the country. There was no secret of happiness and no unfailing recipl to obtain it -save a willingness to surrender. Men who had come back from the battle front in France or the East said with one voice that notwithstanding -the hardships and suffering and danger, there -was a cheerfulness and joyfulness amongst them, -that they who stayed at home in ease and security perhaps could not realise. It was not' that they liked danger or that they did not value their lives or health or security or comfort, -but it arose simply from the fact that they had surrendered themselves to serve others and given themselves to the cause that they believed to be the cause of truth and right and liberty. In a Jesser degree those who were there that day had .heard the same call, and were ready when their country needed them, and they too would be partakers of the same joy and happiness and cheerfulness which their brothers at the front felt in such abundant measure. They could not all make the same response as their brothers at the front. They were kept back by age or other circumstances, yet they had given themselves as truly to the country's service as those who had gone, forth to fight. The service was concluded by the singing of one verse of the National Anthem. Afterwards those taking part in the parade were formed up outside the church, where they were inspected by Mr. F. P. J. Hanbury, D.L., J.P., who was accompanied by the Mayor (Alderman Z. Wheatley). The whole parade then marched' off to the Town Hall via Lion-street and High- street, and as the procession arrived at the Town Hall Mr. Hanbury received the salute. Addressing the Army Reserve, on their return -to the Market Hall, Capt. J. R. Jacob said it was wonderful what they had been able to do after a few minutes' instruction, and he had no doubt 1 that the Army Reserve would make good soldiers I when called upon. l CONCERT AT THE TOWN HALL. An excellent sacred concert, also arranged by Capt. Atherley J ones, was held at the Town Hall in the evening. The proceeds were on behalf of local wounded and invalided soldiers and band expenses. The fact that the magnificent band of the 2nd Monmouthshire Battalion was taking part in the concert proved a great attraction, and the Town Hall was packed. Mr. Henry Pitt, of Brecon-road Nurseries, kindly lent plants for the decoration of the hall. The Mayor (Alderman Z. Wheatley) presided, and after the band had given an excellent render- ing of Suppe's favourite overture, Poet and Peasant," he delivered a short address. His worship said that it was very gratifying to the promoters to find that the public of Abergavenny had rallied round them in such large numbers. During the past month Lord Derby's scheme had been in operation in Abergavenny, and it was only right that he should try to enlighten them a little as to whether he was satisfied with the result and with the work which had been per- formed. As Mayor of the town, he could only say that he was very pleased with the number who had responded to the appeals which had been made. Without divulging any secret, he might say that, as far as Abergavenny was con- cerned, they had attested more than 80 per cent. of the eligible men. (Applause). Out of 1,600 eligible men in Abergavenny and the outlying parishes, 1,200 had been attested. He believed that when the total figures were announced by the Prime Minister and were flashed abroad, they would hearten the Allies and stagger the Huns. The result showed that the men of this country were determined, as far as lay in their power, to defend the homeland. Though there were, perhaps, many men who had not been attested, men who would be fetched, the numbers showed that the manhood of this country was deter- mined to uphold truth and right and liberty. He wished to thank publicly everyone who had assisted in the work of attestation or canvassing. The armlet parade that day was the first which had taken place under Lord Derby's scheme, and they could congratulate themselves that the I response for that voluntary parade was magni- I ficent. The men who paraded at the Market .Hall were men that Abergavenny and the nation at large could be proud of. As an old Volunteer who had gone through a great deal of training, he should like to say how pleased he was with the way the men shaped after only a quarter of an hour's tuition, and the way they marched to church was a great credit to themselves and their instructors. (Applause). The Lord Lieut. would be pleased, when the report was made to him, to find that Abergavenny had led the way in this great armlet parade. A few weeks ago local ladies undertook to raise funds to provide Christmas puddings for the troops abroad, and on Christmas Day every man in the Navy and every British soldier in a foreign land would receive a gift of a plum pudding from some part of England. (Applause). The amount which had been collected at Abergavenny had now been allocated to the 3rd Mons., who were fighting their battles in France and Flanders. Later in the programme Captain Atherley Jones, in his inimitable style, proposed a vote of thanks to the Mayor for presiding, and to the artistes. Referring to the recruiting work under Lord Derby's scheme, he said that they had worked very hard and tried their best to get every sheep into the fold. There were still a few lambs left outside, however, and Sergt.- Major G. H. T. Powell would be ready to enlist them. (Laughter and hear, hear). With re- gard to the armlet men at Abergavenny, he threw out the suggestion that it would be a good thing if they could get a local gentleman to take command and to form an Abergavenny bat- talion, so that they could be trained locally instead of being sent away to some other district. (Applause). Some of them might, perhaps, be able to use their influence and bring pressure to bear on the powers that be. He wished to thank Mr. Hanbury and Capt. Jacob for their help in "connection with the parade that day, and he asked Mr. Hanbury to second the vote, Mr. Hanbury, speaking from the balcony, seconded the vote, which was carried with acclamation. The playing of the band, under Bandmaster S. T. Roderick, gave great delight to the audience. Each item was rendered in an admirable manner and was heartily applauded. In addition to the overture the selections were the tone-poem, Finlandia," the cornet solo Softly awakes my heart by Bandsman Prothero, with band accompaniment, the selection Morning, Noon and Night and Festival March." Excellent vocal items were given by Mrs. Duffield (" The Rosary "), Mr. Geo. Watts (" Eternal Rest "), and Miss Gwen Morgan (" Promise of Life "), while Mr. John Owen, always popular, was encored for the recital On doing one's duty," and responded with The Gospel of Good Cheer," which was equally successful. The accompaniments were played by Mr. J. R. Rosser, A.R.C.O. -0&.
—: ~ THE DISABLED TO;MIES…
—: THE DISABLED TO;MIES WITHIN OUR I GATE. To the Editor of the Abergavenny Chronicle." I SIR,—Incidental to a question put to the Under Secretary for War, some days ago, it was elicited that one thousand soldiers are discharged from our hospitals, disabled, every month. Some of these we have in our town and neigh- bourhood brave fellows, who in one or other theatre of this world Armegeddon have had an innings, done their bit, and are now, through no slackness on their part, unable to further perform the service which they unselfishly volunteered to render. Their names have been included in the Empire's roll of honour, to their lasting credit; but this is not enough. This in itself will not suffice to sustain and support them. This is a matter of serious moment and suggestive reflection, as to whether they are receiving the consideration they deserve. In this neighbourhood observation reveals the fact that positions are filled by those who should be doing duty elsewhere. Places which could within our gate have been filled by those capable well have been filled by the disabled Tommies of doing more strenuous service. At this time of strain and pressure no man who can pull a trigger should be allowed to push a pen. At this time of national peril, the able- bodied fit man pushing a pen or driving a quill is very much at the wrong job, and should at once be released for the trench and firing line. Let the administrative authorities, both municipal and military, see to this, and if the grievance herein referred to exists in this town (and rumour says it does) may it be immediately remedied. Such is the wish of Your humble correspondent, I VOX POPULI. I I A6.-
"V CRICKHOWELL.
"V CRICKHOWELL. FUNEBAI,.—The funeral of Mr. Wm. Williams, of Gwarycastell, Crickhowell, one of the directors of the Crickhowell Gas and Coke Co., whose death was recorded in our last issue, took place on Thursday afternoon in last week, at St. Edmund's Church, in the presence of a good number of people. The Rector, the Rev. H. P. Somerset, M.A., officiated, and Mr. G. L. Loam presided at the organ. A large number of floral tributes were sent by relatives and friends. The mourners were Mr. and Mrs. Frank Toy, Bir- mingham (daughter and son-in-law), Miss May Williams (daughter), Mr. and Mrs. F. Thorny, Abertillery (sister and brother-in-law), Mr. Vernall, Malvern (brotherin-law), Mr. and Mrs. Francis, Tretower (sister and brother-in-law), Miss Francis (niece), Mr. D. Price (brother-in- law), Mr. and Mrs. W. Herbert, Beaufort (brother in-law and sister-in-law), Migs Herbert, Beaufort (sister-in-law), Mrs. John Herbert (sister-in-law), Mr. Edwards, Abergavenny (cousin), Mr. R. Herbert, Beaufort (nephew), Mr. E. Herbert (nephew) YOUNG HELPERS' LEAGUE.—The annual box- opening in connection with the Crickhowell Habitation of the Young Helpers' League was held at the Percy Davies Institute on Friday evening, when there was a large attendance. The box-opening resulted in a sum between £ 5 and £ 6 being realised, and the collector with the largest sum to her credit was stated to be Lizzie Ralph, with a sum of £ 1 13s. 6d., and she was given a special prize of 2S. 6d. by the President of the Habitation, Mrs. J. J. Watkins, Greenhill. In a report which was presented, it was stated that an aggregate sum of ^235 had been sent to the Homes by the Habitation within the last 13 years, exclusive of gifts of clothing and other articles. Subsequently the junior and senior companions of the League were entertained to a splendid tea by Mrs. J. J. Watkins, and there were games. Presents were distributed to the children. AL
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XMAS STOCK MARKET AT ABERGAVENNY.
XMAS STOCK MARKET AT ABERGAVENNY. RECORD ENTRIES AND HIGH PRICES. I PAIR OF BULLOCKS REALISE t94 10s. I The Christmas fat stock market, held last week at Abergavenny, was one of the best on record. There were large entries and excep- tional prices were realised. Below we give the detailed reports of the auctioneers:- Messrs. Straker, Son, & Chadwick report that under their joint auctions the entries were ex- ceptional and the quality and prices realised beat all records. The auctioneers offered four silver challenge cups, in addition to a silver salver given by Lieut. Charles Straker, together with the special and cash prizes, under their separate auctions of Tomkins & Chadwick and Straker & Son. The following are the winners, together with prices in the various classes for stock sold under the hammer of Tomkins & Chadwick Class i.—Silver cup for the best pair of I bullocks Winner, Mr. Robert Johnson, Llan- ddewi Court, £ 36 and 131 15s. Purchased by Messrs. Eastmans Ltd., Abergavenny his ten bullocks ranging from £ 32 5s. to £ 25 15s. Second prize, Mr. W. L. Rogers, Crowfield, £ 32 and £ 29 10s purchased by Eastmans Ltd. and Mrs. Richards, Pontllanfraith. Class 2—Fat heifer 1st, Mr. Philip Williams, Red House, Llanarth, £ 32 reserve, Mr. Robert Johnson (purchased by the New Tredegar Co- operative Society. Class 3-Pen of 5 ewe or wether tegs 1st, Mr. T. Maddocks, Tredillion Farm, 555. 6d. (purchase by Mr. D. Morris, Blaenavon) reserve, Mr. Jas. Holly, Major's Barn Farm, 52s. 6d. (purchased by the New Tredegar Co-operative Society. Class 4-Pen of 10 Radnor or improved mountain wethers 1st, Mr. Griffiths, Llanthony, 56s., who also won the special prize for the best pen in the market, given by the Capital and Counties Bank (purchased by Mr. B. Rosser, Pontypridd) reserve, Mr. Jones, The Cwm, 42S. Class 5-Best 10 Cardie wethers: 1st, Mr. Jones, Cwm, 48s. (purchased by Mr. E. J. Rosser, Ebbw Vale). Class 6-Pen of 5 porker pigs 1st, Mr. T. Maddocks, 60s. 6d. (purchased by Mr. Gale, Usk) 2nd, Messrs. Watkins Bros., Raglan, 92S. (purchased by Mr. E. Denner, Abergavenny). The following are a few of the chief vendors and prices under this auction :-Cattle from Messrs. Townsend Bros., £ 21 17s. 6d. Mr. Edwards, £ 20 15s. Mr. Smith, The Veddw, £ 21 2S. 6d. six bullocks from Messrs. Watkins Bros., Raglan, up to £24 15s.; 10 from the Buckland Estate, Talybont, up to £27 ios. wethers from Mrs. Cullimore, 47s. porker pigs from Mr. Jenkins, Llanover, 43s. 6d.; two bacon pigs from Mr. Watkins, Llanarth, £7 13s. each; porker pigs from the Rev. Mother Superior, 65s. Under the hammer of Straker & Son :— Class I-Pair of fat bullocks 1st, Mr. Isaac George, Manor House, whose four bullocks were of wonderful quality, realising £ 47 10S.. £47, £ 39 10s. and ^39 (purchased by the New Tre- degar Co-operative Society and, Mr. Creswell, Hereford). Mr. George also carried off the silver salver given by Lieut. Charles Straker for the best pair of bullocks offered under this auction, and also the silver salver given by the Corpor- ation, and open to the market, for the best quality butcher's beast, in addition to being placed reserve for the silver cup offered by the auctioneers for the best bunch of four bullocks. The second prize in Class i was won by Mr. John Morgan, Llangattock Farm, who had a wonderful entry of 20 bullocks. The same feeder also won outright the challenge vase for the best bunch of four bullocks, his large entry making up to £ 44 ios., ^41, and £40 (purchased by the Blaen- avon Co-operative Society and Mr. Creswell, Hereford) Class 2—Fat cow (prize given by Lloyds Bank Ltd.) Mr. W. J. Thomas, Argoed Farm, whose eight cattle made up to £ 28 5s. (purchased by Mr. Lewis, Blaenavon). Class 3-Fat heifer 1st, Mr. Watkins, Wern- yewm, who had a wonderful heifer which realised 135 15s., winning also the silver cup given by the auctioneers for the best heifer sold under both auctions (purchased by Mr. Palmer, of Blackwood) 2nd, Mr. Roger Thomas, Nanty- derry, whose 12 cattle made up to £ 35 and £ 34 5S. (purchased by Mr. Fred Watkins, Bryn- mawr, and the New Tredegar Co-operative Society) reserve, Mr. T. Maddocks, Tredillion. whose entry made up to £ 31 15s. (purchased by Mr. Fred Watkins). Class 4-Pen of 5 wether tegs: ist, Mr. T. Maddocks, Tredillion, who also took the special prize given by the United Counties Bank for the best pen of tegs in the market, 70S. (purchased by the Blaenavon Co-operative Society) res., Mr. J. Holly, 54s. 6d. (purchased by Mr. Hall, Abergavenny) Class 5-Pen of 5 ewe tegs 1st, Mr. J as. Holly, Major's Barn, whose entry carried off the special prize given by the United Counties Bank for the best pen of ewe tegs in the market, Mr. Holly also carrying off the silver cup given by the auctioneers for the best pen of five butcher's sheep sold under the joint auctions, price 65S. (purchased by Eastmans Ltd.) reserve, Mr. T. Maddocks, 56s. (purchased by the Blaenavon Co-operative Society. Class 6-Pen of 10 Radnor or mountain wethers 1st and 2nd, Mr. Baynam, The Gott, 49S. 6d. (purchased by the New Tredegar Co- operative Society. Class 7-For the best pen of 10 cardie wethers: 1st, Mr. Lewis Morgan, The Fwthog, who also won the special prize given by the "Chronicle" Printing Office. price 36s. (purchased by Mr. Foxwell, Ebbw Vale). Class 8-Pen of 5 porker pigs 1st, Mr. W. H. Collins, Cwmyoy Farm, who also won the special prize for the best pen in the market, given by Mr. Woodhead, Victoria Café, price 86s. 6d. (purchased by the New Tredegar Co-operative Society) 2nd, Mr. Noah Pritchard, Llanvapley, 76s. 6d. (purchased by Tredegar Co-operative). Class 9—Fat pig ist, Mr. R. H. Marfell, Usk, £13 15s. (purchased by Mr. D. Williams, Aber- gavenny). The following are a few of the principal vendors and the prices realised :—Ewe tegs from Mr. Gwilym, 45s.; 30 Radnor wethers, Mr. J. Baynam, 39s. 6d. 20 mountain wethers, Mr. T. Davies, The Fwthog, 32s. 20 ewes from Mr. J. Morgan, Llangattock, 40s. 18 lambs, Mr. David Edwards, Pandy, 35S. 6d. 13 porkers from Mrs. Herbert, Clytha Park, made 69s. five from Mr. Francis, Highmead, 94s. 6d.; five from the representatives of Col. Parkinson, deceased, 93s. 6d. five from Mr. Lewis, The Pant, 88s. three from Mr. S. Ruther, Maindiff Farm, £ 5 6s. each. With the exception of about 12 beasts, the large entry of 231 cattle were all sold. Heifers from Mr. J. B. Walford, made £32 5s. 12 bullocks from Mr. Morgan Griffiths, Clawdd Mills, from £ 32 55. to £ 26 15s.; heifers from Mr. Evan Griffiths, Raglan, up to £ 30 five bullocks from Mr. Morgan Davis, £ 27 15s. to £ 25 ios. seven bullocks from Mr. Roger Thomas, Panty- goitre, from £ 35 to £ 23 5s. three bullocks from Lord Glanusk, £ 23 ios. five bullocks from Mr. Geo. Turner, Llanvair, £27 to £ 22 5s. five bullocks from Mr. Robert Davies from ^35 to £ 27 ios. six bullocks from Mr. Thomas, Argoed, £ 2% 5s. to £21 5s. four bullocks from Mr. H. Williams, Great House, /31 5s. to £ 28 5s.; eight bullocks from Mr. David David, Ty Mawr, £33 to J23; three cows from Mr. A. Davies, Kil- lough, £ 27 15s. to £ 26 two bullocks from Mr. T. Maddocks, up to £31 5s. six bullocks from Mr. W. M. Jones, Tynewydd, from £ 34 to £ 27 ios. 20 bullocks and heifers from Mr. John Morgan, Llangattock Farm, from £ 44 ios. to £ 20; six bullocks from Mrs. Morgan, Tydu, up to £ 29 5s. four bullocks from Miss Crawley, Raglan, from ^34 to £ 25 15s. fat cows from Mr. Ellaway, Llanarth, up to £ 23 ios. An exceptionally brisk trade resulted through- out, and was maintained right up to the end, the sale finishing in good time, and the judges' awards giving satisfaction to all concerned. Valuable assistance was given to the auction- eers by the stewards, which was much appre- ciated, whilst the judges expressed their great pleasure at the extraordinary quality of the entries brought before them. A large number of buyers were present from the surrounding districts, Stourbridge, Newport, Hereford, Aber- dare, Merthyr, Tredegar, Blaenavon, Bryn-' mawr, Blackwood, Pontypool, Abertilljery and other towns. The special prize offered by the auctioneers for the consignor of the largest amount of stock was won by Mr. John Morgan, of Llangattock Court Farm, and to the buyer of the largest amount of stock by Mr. Jones, buyer for the New Tredegar Co-operative Society. The judges were Cattle Mr. R. Bodding- ton, Birmingham Mr. H. Cresswell, Hereford Mr. White, Lye, Birmingham. Sheep and pigs Mr. Jones (buyer for the Bargoed Co-operative Society) Mr. A. Amos, Beaufort; Mr. W. Howells, Ysybornewydd Farm, Crickhowell. Stewards: Messrs. Harris, Ty Pwll, Aberga- venny Harris, Dobson's, Abergavenny Warren P. Davies, Old Court, Llangattock Lingoed; Philip Williams, Red House, Llanarth Jones, Winstone Court, Llanvetherine; Orgie, Llan- gattock, Crickhowell; Johnson, Skirrid Farm, Abergavenny Davies, junr., Llwynfrank Farm, Abergavenny Townsend, junr., Llwynygaer, Raglan Williams, The Mill, Llangattock, Pen- pergwm; Percy J ones, The Hardwick, Aber- gavenny. The prize pair of bullocks, which made £ 94 ios. and which were purchased by the NqW. Tredegar Co-operative Society, were paraded in that district last Saturday in aid of the Red Cross Society, and collected a substantial sum. Mr. Montague Harris reports that the entries for his 15th annual fat stock show and sale were above those of previous years in all classes, and a very successful sale resulted, excellent prices were realised and there was very keen com- petition among the buyers, the principal of whom were Messrs. Wm. Weeks, Brynmawr Hall, Bros., Abergavenny Eastmans Ltd., Abergavenny D. E. Williams, Abergavenny T. Bevan, Abertillery A. T. Watkins, Bryn- mawr; J. Davies, Bargoed and M. J. Davies, Tredegar. The following is a list of prize winners and prices realized Best pair of bullocks Mr. John Rogers, J.P., Monachty, £ 82 15s. 2nd, Mr. W. Biggs, Perth- ypee, £ 70. Best single bullock and butcher's beast: Challenge cup winner, Mr. John Rogers, £ 42 ios. Best fat heifer: 1st, Mr. J. Grindlay, £ 29 2nd, Mr. John Rogers, £ 28. Best fat cow: 1st and 2nd, Mr. R. Newton Jackson, £25 and £ 24. Other entries in cattle included Mr. P. B. Bameby, Trewyn, Pandy; Sir Arthur Herbert, Coldbrook; Messrs. Williams Bros., Upper Pant; W. Griffiths, Walterstone; D. Morgan, Tyrewyn; W. Lane, Llanvetherine; A. P. Rogers, Llwynderri; W. L. Rogers, Crowfield A. Probert, Tyrew A. J. Davies, Killough: and M. P. Powell, Rhyddynog. Best ten wethers: ist, Mr. J as. Gwillym, Llanthony Court, 50s. each; 2nd, Mr. Price, Trewiscoed, 48s. each; 3rd, Mr. L. Powell, Bettws, 44s. each. Best five tegs ist, Mr. J as. Holly, Major's Barn, 52S. each; 2nd, Mr. C. Jones, Triley, 50S. each. Best five pigs: ist, P. B. Barneby, Trewyn, 82s. each; 2nd, Mr. Noah Pritchard, Cefn Dyglwyd, 78s. 6d. each; 3rd, Mr. Jones, Com- mon Farm, 62s. 6d. Best three bacon pigs: ist, Mr. Grindlay, Glanusk, £1 I 7s. 6d. each; 2nd, Mrs. Martin, Gilwem. /6 ios. each. Other entries for sheep, pigs, etc., included Mr. J. Watkins, Bridge Farm Mr. W. G. Harris, Llwyndu Mr. T. Nicholls, Pentre Mr. W. Phillips, Pentre Farm; Mr. A. Jones, Tump Farm, Mr. G. Bevan, Trevine; Mr. D. Ruiher, Abergavenny Mr. J. Baynam, The Gott; Mr. Matthews, Chapel Farm; and Mr. J. Lewis, Oldcastle. In each case all the consignments were sold and excellent prices realised. Messrs. Tom Bevan and William Phillips, of Abertillery, acted as judges, and their decisions gave universal satisfaction. Mr. Lewis J. Morris, who, one behalf of the late Mr. P. Wibberley, deceased, conducted their Christmas fat stock show and auction, reports that the prizes were awarded and the prize stock sold as follows:- Five fat tegs 1st, Mr. T. Maddocks, Tre- dillion 2nd, Mr. J as. Holly, Llwynu (purchased by Mr. Arthur Amos, Ebbw Vale, at 55s. 6d. and 53s. 6d. respectively. Ten mountain wethers 1st, Mr. D. Davies, Great Fwthog 2nd, Mr. John Baynam, The Gott; sold to Mr. A. T. Watkins, Brynmawr, and Mr. Benjamin Rosser, Pontypridd, at 44s. and 40s. respectively. Pen of five porker pigs 1st and 2nd divided between the Llanover Estate and Mr. A. Jones, Raglan, bought by Mr. W. Headington, Ebbw Vale, and Mr. T. Lewis, Blaenavon, at 71s. 6d. and 74s. 6d. respectively. Pen of five large pigs 1st, Mr. W. F. Williams, Llanvapley Mill; purchased by Mr. T. Vaisey, Pontypool, at 92S. Pair of fat bullocks Llanover Estate sold to Mr. Walter Davies at £ 45. Fat bullock 1st, Mr. Chas. Thomas, Tre- saison; bought by Mr. F. Richards, Pontypool. Fat cow Mr. Chas. Thomas purchased by Mr. Walter Davies, Abergavenny, at £20. Fat heifer Mr. T. Maddocks, Tredillion sold to Mr. Jones, Raglan, at £ 26. The judges were Mr. A. Jones, Blythe Farm, Bryngwyn Mr. A. Jones, butcher, Raglan and Mr. Price, Clytha.
FOOTBALL.I
FOOTBALL. ABERGAVENNY v. ABERTILLERY UTD. On the Athletic Ground on Saturday afternoon an interesting football match was played between Abergavenny United and Abertillery, the pro- ceeds being in aid of the local wounded and invalided soldiers. The match was arranged by Mr. F. W. Blanch, at the request of Captain Atherley Jones. The band of the 2nd Mon- mouthshire Battalion was in attendance and played selections. The attendance was a very disappointing one. The game was an interesting one, on the whole. The United had the advantage of the opening stages, but though they pressed hard, the visiting backs managed to keep them at bay by good work. Eventually, however, Fitzgerald got through and shot just under the cross-bar, while a few minutes later H. Jenkins added a second. The United remained the more aggressive, though Wilcox was tested several times at the other end and made some good saves. Half- time saw the United leading by 2 goals to nil. Play in the second half was more of a scrappy character, and the visitors' forwards played up better, but could not penetrate the defence of the backs and Wilcox in goal. Final score: Abergavenny United, 2 goals Abertillery, o.
HUNTING APPOINTMENTS.I
HUNTING APPOINTMENTS. I THE MONMOUTHSHIRE HOUNDS I WILL MEET I Monday, Dec. 27-The Crowfield (for the Holy Mountain) at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 30—Black. Bear at 11 a.m. THE CRICKHOWELL HARRIERS I WILL MEET Monday, Dec. 27-Moor Park at 11. i Saturday, Jan. I-Tretower; at 11. ▲
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IJUST AS GOOD A FELLOW AS…
I JUST AS GOOD A FELLOW AS HIS DAD j When the pessimistic Stop-at-home's" a grumbling, And tells us of the victory he'd have won; That there's dry rot in the backbone of And her patriotic race of men is done [Britannia There's an answer true and ready for the blighter, An answer which makes every Briton glad We've Lord Kitchener's three millions, each a fighter, And each one's as good a fellow as his dad. As a Knut for cigs, or pipes he's got his fancies And his language sometimes is not very clear, But he's square at cricket, football or at fighting. And he's never made acquaintance yet with fear His looks will not remind you of an angel, But his gallant manly bearing makes you gfad For at Mons, Ypres and Loos, he cooked the German goose, And he did it just as nicely as his dad. He can live for months on bully beef and biscuits; In the trench he'll sleep amidst the sludge and rain, He can climb the clouds a-sitting on his engine And can march for days across a sandy plain, He will dive beneath the sea withoutneom- punction, But you never hear a grumble from the lad And he'll let the Kaiser see, how the modern lad can be Quite as good and often better than his dad. When the King sent out his Royal invitation, Down went the tools and every nimble pen- Our lads to-day need no solicitation They are anxious to be Britain's fighting men. They are trooping to the Colours in their thousands, For he loves his King and country, does each lad, And he'll keep its honour bright, for the cause is one of right, He's a credit to his dear old mam and dad. Milnethorpe. W. H. CASMEY. I
▼ I FREE CHURCHES' ROLL OF…
▼ I FREE CHURCHES' ROLL OF HONOUR. The roll of honour of the Free Churches of Abergavenny contains a large number of names in proportion to the number eligible. From Frogmore-street Baptist about 60 have gone, one of whom is a prisoner of war and one of whom has been killed from Castle-street Congrega- tional Church about 25, from the Wesleyan Church 14 (one of whom has fallen), from the Primitive Methodist about 10, and 24 from Penypound Presbyterian Church, of which I number one has been killed. On the first Sunday of the Rev. Gwilym Davies's pastorate at Frogmore-street two of the deacons who assisted him at the Communion service in the evening had been in the trenches-Messrs. Tom Beveridge and George Powell. .olio..
A CHRISTMAS APPEAL! I
A CHRISTMAS APPEAL! I To the Editor of the Abergavenny Ch)-on;.cle." I SIR,—I hope I shall not be thought jealous. I I trust I am not. But I cannot help openly congratulating the Rev. J. R. Phillips and his active congregation on the successful accomplish- ment of a splendid piece of work. Would that we might emulate them in this, Poor little Llanvapley I We have a debt of £139, 4 years old 1 I have to find six months' interest ( £ 2 igs.) by Christmas, towards which I am myself giving 12 months' small tithe (16s. 6d.) And the wet has been pouring in streams through the roof into our little vestry. And there is nothing available to meet this difficulty though ^15 was most kindly given this year by two good friends towards the debt. If many people's hearts have been stirred, of late, to give as they never gave before, may I hope that some over-flowings of this broad stream of liberality may overflow to Llanvapley, and our ten years' effort be, at last, rewarded with actual completion. I shall be most pleased to hear from any friends willing to give—as at Trinity Church-a small quarterly contribution. E. MANSEL TOWNSHEND, I Llanvapley Rectory, (Rector). 1 Abergavenny. Dec. 1915. I
I Crickhowell Board of Quardians.1
I Crickhowell Board of Quardians.1 Mr. Evan Williams, J.P., presided at the fortnightly meeting of this Board on Monday afternoon, at the Town Hall, Crickhowell, in the absence of the chairman and vice-chairman. There were also present Rev. W. Arvon Davies, William Rosser, Thomas Price, W. G. Watkins, J. H. Jones, Thomas Jones, Enoch Griffiths, Henry Thomas, David Thomas, C. F. Cox, F. R. Prole and Enoch Williams. DAVID HARTSHORN'S APPLICATION. The Guardians had before them an applica- tion from David Hartshorn, Brynmawr, whose case has been much discussed recently, applying for relief for a few weeks. In the meantime he hoped to obtain a situation. The Board declined to entertain the appli- cation.. i OI.D AGE PENSIONERS. The question of allowing old age pensioners* at present in the house 6d. per week out of their old age pensions was discussed. Mr. J. T. Turner, Upper District Relieving Officer, said this small sum enabled the old people to purchase small comforts. The Master: The old men, for instance, purchase tobacco. A Guardian How much tobacco are they allowed ? The Master One ounce a week. Mr. Enoch Williams; And that is quite sufficient for any man. (Laughter). Mr. Enoch Griffiths dissented. Mr. Thomas Jones said it was altogether contrary to the spirit of the poor law to make any deduction. He pointed out that the old people could not possibly maintain themselves on their old age pensions outside. Mr. Enoch Gnffiths said the allowance was very small and he thought no one wished to deprive the old people of small comforts. The Chairman said he would be the last one to deprive the old people of any small comfort, but to make a .deduction in the way suggested was a very dangerous experiment, and he was afraid he could not support it. Five voted for a weekly allowance of 6d., and six against. EXTRA WINTER RELIEF. The Merthyr Guardians gave instructions to. pay their paupers who were purchasing their own coal is. extra relief to 31st March next. WIVES OF INTERNED ALIENS. A letter was read from the Local Government Board regarding payments through Relieving Officers to wives of interned aliens, pointing out that where resources of any woman equalled 6s. weekly there should be a decrease in the scale of pay, and dealing fully with the matter. Mr. J. T. Turner said the only case dealt with by the Board did not come under this head. CONTRACTS. The following contracts were accepted tor the quarter ending 31st March next :-Flour, Mr. James Isaac, Crickhowell; coal, Mr. Ben Watkins, Llangattock; wood, Messrs. A. Jones and Sons, Llangynidr; boots, Messrs. Briggs and Co., Brynmawr meat, Mrs. Barrofll, Crick- howell drapery, Mr. M. F. Richards, Crick- howel!; ready-made clothing and Welsh yarn: Mr. David Davies, Manchester House, Crick- howell; funerals (lower district) Mr. David Ed. wards, Llangattock, (upper district) Mr. John Morgan, Blackrock, Llanelly; conveyances, (upper district) Messrs. Thomas Bros., Bryn- mawr, (lower district) Mr. Alfred Meale, Crick- howell. j, .j
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