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Collier killed yesterday. A fatal accident occurred at the Cape Ifan Colliery, Ponthenry yesterday, the victim being David Morris, a repairer liv- at Brynfelin. The deceased leaves a widow and six children.

MILLINERY Ladies have only to see our HATS to be convinced that in this Department WE LEAD, others follow. Features of Our Business Prompt Attention. Polite Assistants. Cash Transactions. Our Aim Satisfaction to Customers. T. R. MACKENZIE I Luton House and Arcade, LLANELLY.

Dressmaking. In this Branch we are Specialists. FIT & STYLE GUARANTEED Features of Our Businessi: Highest Quality Goods, Lowest Prices, No Pressing to Buy. Our Maxim RELIABILITY. T. R. MACKENZIE Luton House and Arcade, LLANELLY.

— A SOBER TOWN. I Speaking from the chair of the Llanelly Licensing Sessions, Mr. Ernest Trubshaw referred with satisfaction to the marked decrease in the number ci cases of drunkenness that had come before the local Bench during the past year. The total number of convictions was 292, as compared with 363 in 1908 It was announced that the Bench would oppose the renewal of the license of the Ty Melyn Hotel.

FAMOUS LLANELLY BAND CONDUCTOR. At the great brass band contest held last week, in which some of the premier bands took part, Mr. Tom Morgan and his Paddington band were triumphant. In the open contest the Paddington band were awarded first prize, Norwood (Mr. Reynolds) coming second, Hampstead (Mr. Reay) third, and London (Mr. Cope) fourth. Mr. Morgan is a native of Llanelly, where the news of his great success has been received with much pleasure.

'Sir G?r' Dinner ,r'Dinnep Representative gathering in London. i I Carmarthenshire Welshmen in London on Thursday night revived the pleasant custom of holding a county dinner in the .Metro- polis. They met to the number of about 350 at the Hotel Cecil, under the presidency of Mr Llewelyn Williams, the Parliamen- tary representative of the Carmarthen Bor- oughs. Amongst others present were Mrs. Llewelyn Williams, Miss Stepney, Sir E. Vincent Evans, Mr. and Mrs. John T. Lewis, Hadle Wood, the Rev. Herbert Morgan (Castle- street), the Rev. David Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Jones and others. Sir Vincent Evans, proposing the toast of the evening, said Carmarthenshire was great in its history, renowned in its beauty and honoured in its sons. At the same time he hoped it would not be considered ungracious on his part if he reminded them that though Carmarthenshire was great, Wales was greater. Welshmen had 13 counties, and their affections were divided amongst them, but they had one Wales to whom they could give an undivided love. Mr. Llew. Williams, M.P., in responding said that there was no fear that the men of Carmarthen would place their county be- fore the country. They loved the pleasant land of Carmarthen with a passion and a devotion which the colder Saxon could not understand, but they did so not out of parochial feeling, but because it was the part of Wales which they knew best. It was Wales in microcosm. They read Wales in it. Miss cordial reception, also responded to the toast in a charming speech.

The Stud Company. An Increased Deficit. In their annual report published yesterday, the directors of the Carmarthenshire Stud Company state that, in view of the repeated appeals which have been made to share- holders, they anticipated being able to sub- mit a more favourable balance-sheet. The results, however were a slight improvement on those of last year. The horse Penyfai Conqueror had been disposed of prior to the commencement of the season at the sum at which he stood in the books of the company. The profit made during the year was f,86 os. Jd., but after writing off the sums of f,87 15s., the estimated depreciation of the horses, and Cig 19s., irrecoverable debts, there was a loss of f,21 13s. iod., which, added to the deficit balance brought forward from the previous year, showed altogether an adverse balance of £ "345 os. 8d. The intention of the directors was to dis- pose of Robust when an opportunity arose, and to purchase another horse.

Presentation at the Theatre. *■ A very pretty incident took place at ROYALTY THEATRE last night, when two beautiful boxes of chocolates (sent from some kind friends) were presented to Miss Emil Leslie and Miss Con- stance Bromley (both of F. R. Benson's Co.) by Madame Godfrey. All our readers who have visited the Theatre this week well know how hard these two young ladies worked in their respective characters, and they have well deserved the praise they got, as well as the magnificent gifts.

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I [cieli:cIJOWen, Glanmor ?oad, Lanelly, butcher.

KidweMy Motes ? Kidwelly Notes. In the Oxford University Rugger team's match against the London Welsh we noticed with pleasure the fact that Georgie Gravelle played for the University and in the result, Oxford winning by one goal and three tries to nil, Graville was responsible for the three tries scored. Not bad for a Kid. eh The Hockey Club's social here on Friday evening of last week was ap unqualified success, thanks to the perfect arrange- ments of the committee. Mr. D. J. Lewis the captain of the club took the prize in the whist drive. Mr. H. M. Lewis was the M.C. at the subsequent dance, and Mr. Picton, of Llangennech, ungrudgingly supplied the music. Amongst the guests were several lady members of the Panto- mime Co. visiting Kidwelly last week. Eisteddfodau are announced here and in the district quite thick just at present. There is scarcely a week but that ther is one if not two held. An interesting one will be that held in connection with St. Mary's Welsh Sunday School early in April. .t The Kidwelly and district ploughing match will be held on Wednesday, March 23rd, and if the weather permits, very k( en contests in ploughing are expected between the great champions from all parts. The prize list which we have'just seen is a very good one. Mr. John Thomas, Velindre is the president, and this goes very much towards spelling success. The Kidwelly Male Voice Party under the leadership of Mr. D. S. Davies, London House, though not successful in gaining the prize at the Llandefeilog eisteddfod last week came in for a good deal of high com- mendation from the adjudicator. This has so encouraged the party that they have decided to stick together and try again. Mr. J. W. Wild is the hon. secretary, and Mr. Gomer Davies treasurer of the organ- ization, whilst Mr, W. j. i'iiiilips js the accompanist. We learn that ere long they intend giving a concert all on their own. Good luck to them. The photos of the early 14th century home at Kidwelly which appeared in the WesternM ail last week have aroused no end of interest in the place, and it has already attracted the notice of several tourists. More adverts of this kind and less twaddle would do some good.

FUNERAL OF MRS. FRANCIS The funeral of Mrs. Francis, West End took place on Wednesday, Feb. 2nd, at Denio, Pwllheli. The cortege left Llanelly on Tuesday by the 12.39 train. A short service was performed at the house by the vicar, the Rev. D. Watcyn Morgan. The deceased was placed in an elm shell and a beautiful polished oak coffin with brass fittings. The first carriage contained the Rev. D Watcyn Morgan and Dr. D. J. Williams. The second carriage-Mr. T. J. Francis, son Misses Sally, Maretta and Emily, daughters Mr. J. James, nephew; Captain T. Jones- Laugharne, cousin. The third contained Mrs. Parker, niece, Briton Ferry Nurse Tew; Miss Francis; and Mr. E. L. Roderick. The bearers were Messrs. D. Francis, J. B- Morgan, Auckland, Swindell, W. Phillips, D. G. Hogg, A. Williams, Ferriday, and Bowser. On arrival at Pwllheli the cortege was met by Dr. R. Jones Evans, Mr. Lewis Jones, and many friends, and was conveyed to Plasyward, the residence of Dr. R. Jones Evans. The funeral left Plasyward at 11.15 on Wednesday, the last rites being perform- ed by the vicar, Rev. J. Edwards. The mourners included the family as above as well as Dr. R. Jones Evans, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Jones, Pwllheli Mn and Mrs. Jones, Portmadoc; and Mr. T. D. Toleman, Carnarvon. The funeral arrangements at Llanelly were in the hands of Mr T. Morgan, and at Pwllheli with Mr. Griffiths Jones, Artro. Wreaths were sent by the following:— From her sorrowing children, Sally, Tom, Maretta, Emily, and Jim; Capt. Jones- Laugharne Emma and Maggie, nieces, Cheltenham Annie and Sam Parker, niece and nephew, Briton Ferry Tom and Mary, St. Clears, Ellen and Jim, Llanelly; The Misses Francis; Miss Kew, Mr$. Bernard Rees Mr. and Mrs. Percy Rees; Jessie and Matilda, Appledore; Dr. and Mrs. D. J. Williams; Mrs. Marker, Gowerton; Mr. and Mrs Ryan, Cardiff; Mac and Minnie, H.M.C. St. Ives; Mrs. Hughes Nurse Tew Mrs. and Mrs. Roderick; Mrs. Williams, West End; Dr. R. Jones Evans, Mr. and Mrs. Evans, Plasyward; Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Portmadoc; Mr. T. D. Toleman, Carnarvon.

MR. ASQUITH & THE KING. Mr. Asquith arrived at Brighton this I morning at q.29, and proceeded direct to see the King.

Gas Company to be summoned j -♦ — The Urban Council have decided to take proceedings against the Llanelly Gas Co. on account of alleged impurities in the gas supplied for publiclighting. Tests have been taken at the testing station which are said to have revealed the pre- sence of impurities, and in addition, there have been general complaints as to the quality of the gas.

I OPENING OF THE NEW I BANK. It will be seen from our advertising columns that the Llanelly branch of the London City and Midland Bank will be opened for business on Wednes- day next under the management of Mr. Thomas.

Royalty Theatre. It is expected that there will be a crowded house at the ROYALTY next week, on Fred C. Somerfield's Co. presenting Geoffrey Langdons Wife. It is a most powerful and intense dramatic' attraction, and with Mr. Wilson Coleman at the head of the bill, it ensures a delightful programme It will be remembered that Fred C. Somerfield waa the author of that powerful and dramatic play The Tyrant which was staged here a few weeks so- Qxir readers can rest assured of seeing a splendid piece next week,

Mr. D. RHYS IN DENBIGH. w Referring to his election experiences in East Denbigh, Mr. David Rhys says, I had a gentlemanly reception every- where, from the electors generally, with the exception of the Nonconformist preachers. They denounced me as a traitor because I could not agree with them on the Budget. My experience is that they are the most arrogant and the worst persecutors in the constitu- ency. One of the Nonconformist bre- thren wrote to me to say that he in- tended giving his vote to Jesus Christ; that the candidate who came nearest to his views was Mr. Hemmerde. To hope to explain in such a case as this was," added Mr. Rhys, quite hope- less."

I Obituary I ■ Mrs. KNIGHT. We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Knight which took place at Lyd- brook, Gloucestershire in her 76th year. The deceased lady was the mother of Mrs. John Lewis, Lynton Villa, Llanelly, by whom she was de- votedly nursed in her last illness. The interment took place yesterday. Mrs. W. D. HARRY. After a comparatively brief illness Mrs. Annie Harry, the beloved wife of Mr. W. D. Harry, mining engineer and surveyor, of Aberdare (formerly of Llanelly), died on Friday last, in her 40th year. Mr. Harry was the eldest daughter of the late Mr. Rees Emman- uel, colliery proprietor, of Griffiths- town, Glamorgan (and formerly of Spudder's Bridge, Kidwelly). The de- ceased lady was always of a most cheer- ful and happy disposition, and greatly loved by all who knew her. She leaves a husband and a young daughter her only child, to mourn their great loss. Her funeral took ulace on Wed- nesday, the body being taken to Burry Port by train, and from thence by road to Llandyry Churchyard, where the interment took place.

Shocking Faialily LAST NIGHT. I Inspector Winter Killed. A distressing fatality occurred last night on the G.W.R. line above the goods office, Inspector Winter, one of the best known of local railway officials, being knocked down by the Cork ex- press. The train arrived in Llanelly just before 10 o'clock, and the deceased was walking on the line towards the station. What exactly happened is not known, but the deceased was found on the four foot way with a nasty gash on his head, and one of his legs frac tured. He was placed on a stretcher tUl'ed. He was placed on a stretche", and removed to the Hospital, where he died some time later. Inspector Winter was a familiar figure in the town, and very highly es- teemed. He had been in the service of the G.W.R. Co. for about 40 years. He was a member of the Wesleyan Church, and a staunch teetotaller. Deep sym- pathy is expressed with the widow.

A Remarkable Operation. ——— ——- ) I COLLIER'S ARTIFICIAL EYES I Dr. Evan Evans, Llanelly, gave evid- ence at the Neath County Court yester- day of a remarkable operation which Le had performed on a Cwnitwtch collier. The case was one in which the Bryn- harllys Colliery Company applied to review an award made under the Com- pensation Act in favour of Evan Davies, one of their workmen. In July, 1908, Davies met with an accident, a stone falling on his right eye. It was con- tended by the Company that the man's sight was as good now as before the accident. Dr. Evans said that he operated upon Davies 15 years ago, when he put an artificial pupil in each eye. Before the operation the man was blind, but he afterwards recovered his sieht. The Judge said that under the cir- cumstances he could not reduce the award. Mr. Francis Williams, instructed by Messrs. Randell, Saunders & Randell, Llanelly, appeared for the respondent.

I A Poet of the People. I | W There was a large and appreciative audience at the Parish Hall last ni<-ht when Mr. David Francis delivered a brilliant lecture on A Poet of the People." Mr. Francis was in his best form and what that means most of our readers will know from pleasurable experience in past years. The Poet dealt with was Charles Mackay whose vigorous style was illustrated by selections from his works delivered with fine elocutionary effect by the lecturer. The Chair was occupied by Mr. Ernest Trubshaw,D.L. who paid a high tribute to the lecturer.

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 Asterisks. I -0. It is said that It is said" is read by everybody, so it is said. Nuff sed s ,) A local dog fancier has just invested in a bull-dog. He has written this motto over the kennel—" Teeth inserted here." Miss Fairney, the charming contralto at the Tabernacle concert has been engaged for the Bristol Festival. A special meeting of the Harbour Trust has been called for Monday to consider an application for increase of salary from the Supt. The Rev. J. Lee Davies, a native of Llanelly is being strongly pressed to con- I test the seat on the Glamorgan County Council now held by Mr. Frank Gilbertson. The Rev. Charles Brown, who officiated at the Greenfield Anniversary some time ago, is to succeed the Rev. J. H. Jowett as President of the Free Church Council. Mr Philip Williams, Centre Hotel, and Mr Geo. Chamberlain, Cardiff, were the South Wales representatives at a meeting of the executive of the Trade Defence League in London yesterday. Llanelly has received a world-wide advertisement by reason of the Stepney Spare Wheel. Over a hundred thousand cars are fitted with this ingenious pro* duct of the tii,plate town. Ratepayer writes —The gipsy en- 4pm.L¡: ;;¡,tthc k ûi still there, and has been there since June. The occupants are now arranging to stay over the sunn:r: Where are the sanitary officials ? The visit of the Be nson Company to Llanelly this week as ca. sed quite a run on Shakespere's works in the Public Li- brary. Mr. Boulton informs us that every Shakespcrean volume on 11e shelve, has been called for. Last Saturday,a clerk in a local establish- ment got a day off in order to attend the funeral of a relative But he inadver- tently let the cat out of the bag on Men- day. Were there many people there," asked his employer. Yes, every seat in the grand stand was occupied," he absent- mindedly replied. Miss Stepney seems to have quite an in- stinct for doing graceful things. At the Parish Hall on Tuesday she referred to the capital fight being made by Miss S. A. Williams for the Western Mail musical scholarship and appealed to all and sundry for coupons. & o A Llanellyite who resides at Paris had to make a quick journey home recently. At his" home in Gay Paree, he was aroused in the morning and told that the water was rising up to his room. He lost some of his clothing and he was carried on the back of a gendarme to the station, and wis only too glad to get to Llanelly. Teacher in a local infants' department Now children,remember that whatever you sow that shall you also reap. If vo': sow turnip ccd, you will get turnips, and if you sow—— Little Harry (interrupting) Please teacher, if I sow bird seed will I get cat; arics ? Another iccord h>r musical Llanelly has been overlooked. MI- Wni. Richard- the able "conductor of the Orchestra at Tabcrnacle concert and who is the con- ductor of the Capel Als chapel orchestra, has played at the Tabernacle concert for 25 years without a break He took Pro- fessor Hulley's position as conductor at these concerts six years ;-go, We should like to hear of anyone m ii(- can beat this. 1 A member of the STAR -:aft has recently gone in for the one meal a day system and we have beer, wondering why. But all is now made clear. It appears that the usual second show at the Pic ure. cli-oliic on Wednesday right has been abandoned for the first and dance of the staff and of cour t, this would not be complete without the presence of the STAR man. He is preparing to do justice to the occasion.