Llanelly Star

   I The Elections. There will be a plethora of elections this year. We have already gone through the turmoil of a Parliamentary election, and this was quickly followed by the County Council election. The contests for the Urban Council and the Board of Guardians are now imminent, and later on we are promised another Parliamentary struggle. The Guardians election has been robbed of an interesting element by the retirement of Miss Stepney. The Mistress of the Dell is anxious to play her part in the life of the community of which she is so distinguished a member, and she would have made a very useful Guardian of the poor. Dr. J. L. Davies very gallantly offered to retire in Miss Stepney's favour, but Mr. Evan Recs showed no disposition to follow his example. The deciding factor, however, was that Miss Stepney did not possess the necessary twelve months residential qualification. I Dr. J. L. Davies, whose generous offer has already been referred to, is making a great fight in Ward I, and looks like being successful. He has admirable qualifica- tions for a seat on the Guardians, and knows the people in their daily lives as few can claim to do. J.L." needs no recom- mendation from us, and it will be surprising if he is not elected as Mr. Pugh's colleague. Of Mr. Pugh, we have only to say that he is as good a Guardian as he is a Labour representative Mr. Thomas Jones and Mr. R. C. Jenkins deserve re-election. Both have done yeo- man service as Guardians for over 20 years, and the ratepayers should not fail to show their appreciation of these many years of faithful work. They have large interests in the town,and in season and out of season they have devoted themselves with zeal and" discernment to the administration of the Poor Law. In Ward I, Mr. Evan Res is making an active fight, and is bidding for the Labour vote, as well as Mr. William Pugh. It is a pity that such excellent Guardians as I.C." and Mr. Thomas Jones are beinf opposed by Mr. Nathan Griffiths. These two gentlemen have far stronger claim- to re-election than the Rev. David Davies or the Rev. Trevor Jones. There arc some interesting contests for seats on the Urban Council. Mr. William David and Mr. William Roberts have dangerous opponents in Mr. W. H. Samuel and Mr. W. Vivian. Mr. David is one of our most valuable public men, but judging by the recent County Council election, there is small appreciation for past services. Mr. Roberts and Mr. W. H. Samuel will no doubt secure the labour vote, and there can be no doubt that they are fine types of labour leaders. Mr. Wm. Vivian has been exceedingly busy of late in municipal matters. He it was who pioneered the petition which led to the calling of last Tuesday's town meet- ing. He also figured in the Spring Gardens inquiry with no little success. These are matters which no doubt will help him in the fight. Labour is also assailing the citadel in Ward 2, where Mr. D. R. Jones and Mr. Willis Jones are opposed by Mr. Stacey, the nominee of the Trades Council. Both Mr. Stacey and Mr. Willis Jones were heard at the town's meeting. The statement is going the rounds that Mr. Jones isin favour of the grant to the Clerk and Surveyor, but he challenges anyone to prove that he has ever said a word in its favour. Mr. D. R. Jones is not great at oratorical flights, but he has been an exceeditfgly useful member the last three years. Mr. Herbert Rees and Mr. Evan Evans deserve well of the ratepayers of Ward 3, but they are not going to have it all their own way with Mr. Vaughan Evans in the field, not to speak of Mr. C. Randell. There will be a lot of cross voting here which makes it impossible to predict what will happen.

The creditors of Caepontpren Colliery Co. Ltd., are requested to send before April 2nd particulars of their claims to Mr. Alfred Stephens, Kidwelly, the liquidator of the Company. The s.s. Marquis of Bute, a well-known local trader, has been sunk off Holyhead

Public Call 3)ffise —-—* ——— 'At a meeting of the Estates' Committee on Thursday, the Clerk stated that. he had received a letter from the National Tele- phone Company, asking whether they had a suitable room in the Town Hall where the company could install a telephone apparatus, and which could be used as a public call office. The Clerk pointed out that their work was much interfered with on account of the public frequently utilizing iheu 'phones. This was especially the case in the Sur- veyor's department. As the matter was not an urgent one, it was for the present deferred.

Asterisks. Lady golfers are increasing on the Pem- brey links. Good news for Easter- a reduced educa- tion rate. The annual dinner of the Golf Club will held on the ioth prox. A dog accidentally hanged itself in New-rd. the other night. Theie will be no inquest. o » e There were crowded houses at the Pic* turedrome yesterday. » « Mr R. C. Jenkins -23 years' service Mr. Thomas Jones—20 years. Surely this should count. Mr Meudwy Davies will be the conductor at the Neath Gymanfa Ganu to-morrow and Monday < Miss Stepney has been invited to assume the presidency of the Llanelly and County Canine Society. Hot cross buns were too much for a New- road young lady yesterday. But was it really the buns ? A local musician to the mother of a pupil: Does your daughter play Mozart ? No, I believe she prefers Hockey It is an open secret that a well-known cinematograph caterer is on the look out for a site in Llanelly on which to erect a per- manent hall for exhibitions of this kind. I) 0 Tickets for the Bobbies match on Tues- day are going like hot cross buns. The gate is expected to reach the neighbourhood of £ l59- How are the Scarlets fallen Three de- feats in eigiit clays -Bridgend, Treorky, and Pontypool. The Halfway Wallabies will shortly be walloping them. lie To hear a youth with chin enriched with one appearing hair expatiating on the folly of our ancestors was one of the ex- periences of the town's meeting. A shining light in a Stepney street drapery establishment fancies himself as sprinter. He says he can do 100 yards in record time, and we suggest he should challenge our sprightly Ariel.' Si* Ot ? The Star" advised the Llanelly com- mittee to keep their eye on Davies, the Tumble centre. Davies was then se- lected to play in the Scarlet jersey on Friday Martin Luther was only fifteen when he made his famous protest speech against Leo X. The youthful protestor against' fat and sleek ofifcials on Tuesday is more than fifteen. One of John Bull's biscuits has been thor- oughly earned by a local contemporary. It records the success of a young seaman in ob- taining a Master's certificate under the.. heading Musical.' A Cardiff journalist, who visited Llanelly for the first time on Saturday, got as far as the sands, and expressed himself as delighted with their extent, and with the Jbalminess and freshness of the air. Three bulletins have been issued from Felinfoel this week Mr. Jones is training. Mr. R. Jones is training. Mr. Richard Jones is training. ? ? ? It is stated that several members of the Royal family will be at the Crystal Palace in July, when the Llanelly Temperance Choir sing there. Who knows, we may have a Llanelly Royal Temperance Choir ere long. A Llanelly boy figured with distinction at the sports of the Colston School, Bristol, the 5 mile Steeplechase being won by the son of Mr. W. J. Colliver, Old road, out of go com- petitors. Master Colliver is evidently going to emulate his father's athletic prowess. ? lit m Now that new dog regulations are about to come into force, a correspondent reminds us of an amusing incident that occurred when the muzzling Act was in operation. The statute laid it down- that every dog must wear a muzzle and one owner fastened a tiny toy muzzle to his dog's tail. Your dog is not muzzled" said an observant policeman. "Yes he is "said the owner of the dog, the law does not say where the muz- zle is to be worn, and if I choose to decorate his tail with the muzzle you can't stop me.

I DOES HIS.. UNDER WEAR WEAR? Of course it does if bought at T. RHYS DAVIES Yaughan Street, Llanelly. I

Board of Guardians Election. TO THE ELECTORS OF WARD II. Ladies and Gentlemen, Twenty-three years ago you did me the honour of electing me as one of your representatives on the Board of Guardians, and I have continued to represent you to the best of my ability during that long period. I think I can claim with justice that the policy I promised to advocate then, I have adhered to faithfully and the best proof of that lies in the fact that whenever my seat has been challenged, you have renewed your confidence in me each time. Since I was first elected, the attitude of Parliament, and of the Local Government Board, upon the question of Poor Law administration, has undergone a great, and in my opinion, beneficial change. It has been my earnest and constant en- deavour to administer the Poor Law as it affects the town of Llanelly, according to its spirit as well as the strict letter, and it "would have been impossible for me to do so Without devoting much time and care to the work. 0 As a Guardian I have made it my special and constant duty to treat really deserving cases in a fair spirit, while at the same time, sifting and exposing the undeserving appli- cants for relief. Having been born at Llanelly, I have been, and am, in almost daily touch with the social life of the town, and I think I can claim a knowledge of it, which is second to no man's. I may be perhaps now per- mitted to say that since last year, I have retired completely from business, and there- fore I shall be able to devote even more of my time than before to the duties of Guar- dian, if you do me the honour of once more returning me as one of your members. And in respectfully asking you again to shew your confidence in me by giving me your VOes and influence, I promise you that I shall, if elected, do all in my power to pro tect your interest?, while administering as efficiently and economically as possible the law. I have the honour to remain, Your faithful and obedient Servant, R- C. J E? NKINS?. „ ■oryn g las, Queen Victoria-road, Llanelly. 23rrl March, 1910. I -?

LLOYD STREET CHURCH. The half-yearly services were held on Saturday evening and Sunday last. The officiating ministers- Rev. J. C. Lloyd, Crwys and Rev. J. J. Williams. l'cntre- delivered very powerful sermons to crowded congregations. The singing of the choir, under the conductorship of Mr. J. Anios Jones, was very much appreciated. At the Sunday afternoon service a duet Was given by Miss May Gwynne and Mr. Amos Jones and in the evening, Miss May Glyniie, Mr. Amos Jones and Mr. James wynne rendered a fine trio. Miss Megan Thomas ably accompanied on the organ. The pastor of the church, Rev. J. J. Jones. B.A., officiated with the Methodists a Talley, Llandilo, on Tuesday last. b To-morrow, the pulpit will be occupied y Mr. Tom Morgan, a very promising R udent at Bala-Bangor College—son of the ev. D. Lloyd Morgan, Pontardulais.

The Three Wards An Interesting Return -0- An interesting return his been presented o the roads committee giving details as to le assessment of the various wards &c., from which we extract the following parti- culars Assessa ble No of Value of Houses House Property £ Ward 1 2164 21,620 Ward 2 2442 23,540 Ward 3 1457 8,684 Length of Back Mainten- Roads Streets ance ?ard 1 7.? miles 4'93 miles ?1047 Ward 2 9.23 „ 3'99 „ L1655 .?3 5:21:: 2'57:: ?606 Scavenging Ward I £,309 Ward 2 £ 494 Ward 3 £ 207

THE PICTUREDROME. There is a fine Easter attractions at the "icturedrome for Easter. On Monday four Performances are arranged for, the first taking place at 2 o'clock. Some beautiful few pictures will be shown during the Week, while on the variety side, the pro- lamine is stronger than ever.

Too Late for Classification. H SMART ERRAND BOY WANTED.— Apply, STAR Office.

MARRIAGE JAMES—ROWLANDS- March 24,at Castle "t'eet Welsh Baptist Chapel, London, by the Rev. Herbert Morgan, B. A William, young- est °n °f tlle late Mr- David James,Llane l ly, to sou of the late M r. David J ames,Llane ly-, to May, youngest daughter of the late Dr. p larids, and of Mrs. Rowlands, Green- elds, Llaneily.

HEALTH OF THE DISTRICT —— At a meeting of the Rural Council, held at the Workhouse on Thursday, Mr. Llewellyn Thomas presiding, the Medical Officer reported that for the past four weeks the death rate was 16.97, as com- pared with 11.40 for the corresponding period of last year. The infant mortality was 50 per cent., being exceptionally heavy. The death rate for the districts showed a great difference. The rate at Llangennech was 10.35, as compared with 3.50 at Pembrey.

The Rev. R. Gwylfa Roberts preached on Thursday evening and Good Friday at Holywell, North Wales, where the Rev. David Oliver D.D. is pastor.

BUDGET WILL PASS. -0 • SO SAYS MR. LLEWELYN WILLIAMS. e There was a large gathering at the re- ception and conversazione held at the Assembly Rooms, Carmarthen, in connec- tion with the local Liberal Association in honour of Mr. W. Llewelyn Williams, M.P. the sitting member. Mr. John Lewis, J.P., presided. Mr. Llewelyn Williams said the Govern- ment were in for a strenuous fight against the House of Lords. He did not take so pessimistic a view as some of their friends did in regard to what might happen during the next month or so. He had an idea that the veto resolutions would be discussed for a fortnight o: three weeks, then carried in the House of Commons by a majority of 120. They would then be sent to the House of Lords, and immediately the veto resolutions were out of the way, Mr. L'oyd George would introduce that popular Budget of last year. (Cheers). Speaking for himself, he was perfectly certain that the Irish would never break with the demo- cracy of Great Britain by helping the Tories to throw out one of the finest measures of social reform ever introduced. He felt sure that before April 30th the Budget would be in a fair way of accept- ance by the Lords, who would not accept the veto involutions..

Cost of Education. I A Reduction in the Rate. l There will he a welcome reduction in the education rate for the coming year. This was the good news announced at the meet- ing of the Llanelly Education Committee on Thursd y night. Mr. Herbert Rees (chairman) said that- the sum required amounted to £ -8,100, as compared with J.79,000 lot- the correspond- ing period of last year. The education rate would be reduced from 2/3 to 1/1 J. Th" Clerk (Mr. Ifor Watkius) presented his estimate of expenditure which included the following amounts :— £ s. d. Salaries of Teachers 15531 0 0 „ Officers 710 0 0 Interest and Repayment of Loans 2818 0 0 Fuel, Li,,Iit, & Cleaning 1026 0 0 Medical Inspection of Schools 385 0 0 Repairs to Buildings 420 0 0 Books, Stationery, etc. 600 0 0 The estimated receipts included :— £ s. d. Annual Grants 5768,0 0 Fee Grant 2624 0 0 Aid Grant 2772 0 0 Special Aid Grant 2768 0 0 Mr. D. James Davies asked whether the committee had any intimation from the Chancellor of the Exchequer that they would receive the necessitous aid grant next year. They did not receive it last year, which accounted for the heavy rate im- posed upon the ratepayers. The Chairman In the present state of the political situation we cannot anticipate what the Government are likely to do. Mr. William David pointed out that it had been reported that the rates had a tendency to increase. Six years ago the general district rate was 3a. in the £ but to-day, it was only 2s. 10d.. and possibly next year it might be reduced. It was decided to recommend the Coun- cil to issue a precept upon the overseers for the deficit 6f ;68,100

I LOCAL WEDDING C l- l The marriage took place at Castle Street Chapel, London, on Thursday, of Mr. \vm.¡ James, youngest son of the late Mr. David James, Lloyd street, to Miss May Rowlands, youngest daughter of the late Dr. Rowlands, Moriah, and Mrs Rowlands. The young couple are well-known and highly esteemed in their native town and have the best wishes of a large circle of friends

LOCAL TRADER MISSING. The s.s. Odd," which we reported in last week's STAR as being very much over- due, was yesterday posted at Lloyds as missing. She carried a crew of 16 hands, and there has been no trace of her since she left Newport on February 18th.

SUDDEN DEATH YESTERDAY —o^—o-— Mrs. Henshaw, wife of Mr. Wm. Henshaw, I 47 > Swansea-road, Llanelly, was found dead in bed on Good Friday morning. Dr. Brookes had been in attendance1 upon her recently and upon his certificate no inquest will be necessary.

The Egg Train. —— —— I To Start from Llanelly. -0- Full arrangements have been made for the egg train, arranged between the Great Western Railway Company a ':} the Nat- ional Poultry Organisation Society. The point of departure is to he Llaaelly, where the staff of lecturers will join the demon- stration cars on April 151h. From April 15th to April 23rd the cars will be taken an intricate course through the shires of Cardigan, Carmarthen, and Pembroke. Sometimes the cars will be run into sidings and the lectures delivered on the spot. Sometimes apparatus will be carried to lecture hallsin the various towns. The cars will contain full paraphernalia— testing lamns, packing boxes, stuffing machines, "flattening" and trussing ap- paratus. Before starting, the very best poultry, trussed in the best manner, will be taken from the London market, so that the people may see what poultry really should be. Eggs of every gradation will be shown and priced, most of them taken from London shops. There are five classes :— i New laid eggs, breakfast eggs—En- I glish and from Calais. Fresh eggs, cooking, eggs, eggs—for- eign. It is complained that at present miny Welsh eggs are in a class even below eggs." Over the cars of the egg train will be a conspicuous board with this legend Agricultural Organisation So- eiety. Egg and Poultry Demonstration Train. National Poultry Organisation Society."

The Youthful Orator. —+ — Challenge to Mr. James Davies. I -0- We have received a long letter from Mr. D. Morgan Thomas, the youthful orator at Tuesday's town's-meeting, in the course of which he challenges Mr. James Davies to debate [he £ 900 question at Bethel on Tuesday, or at Bethania on Wednesday next. I'M; les in his municipal journal says that babies in arms should not be admitted to ratepayers' meetings. Does he leave unanswered the approved criticisms of this baby in arms ? I know I am very young, but is age the only qualification to speak ? And am I to be blamed for no fault of my own ? Am I not in a free country famed for fair play and free speech ? As the im- mortal bard puts it—' We live in deeds, not years.' Thank goodness,the ratepayers are alive to their interests, and I am proud to belong to Ward 3, the pioneers of pro- gress in this matter."

CHILDREN'S OPERETTA. -0-0- Last night there was a crowded.audience at the Tabernacle when the Band of Hope choir gave a performance of the charming operetta The little old woman who lived in a shoe, in full character. Mr. Meudwy Davies conducted, the chair being occupied by Mr. Riiys Richards, the duties of ac- companist being discharged by Miss Gertie Richards. Those taking part Included Sarah Williams, Maggie M. Thomas, Hilda Richards, Kesiah Charles, Jennie Lewis, Beatrice Smith, Lily Nicholas, Rufus Thomas, Bessie Lewis,Lily Davies, May [Zlchaiti,, O'ive Brazell, Enoch Davies, Dan Evans, Idris Jones, Arthur Lewis, Cliff I Thomas, Willie Thomas, D. J. Reynolds, R. Jones, Edgar Howells, Brinley Hughes, and David Thomas.

Alleged Theft of Billiard Balls I At the Llanelly Police Court to-day,Arthur Wm. Jones, who was said to be a member of the company performing the Lighthouse Robbery" at the Royalty Theatre this week, was charged with stealing 3 ivory billiard balls of the value of £2 i2s. 6d. from the Royal Exchange Hotel. P.S. Hodge Lewis arrested the defendant in Upper Park street yesterday. He found the three balls in his leather case. After being charged defendant said I am sorry that I took them. I hope the proprietor will look the matter over." A remand until Wednesday was applied for by Inspector Jones, and granted, bail being refused.

NATIONAL SHOW FOR LLANELLY The Morning Post refers in terms of commendation to the decision of the com- mittee to hold this year's Welsh Agricultural Show at Llanelly. Our contemporary points to the absence of public support accorded in Aberystwyth. The gate money fell off last year no less than [205, and there was also a decrease of c233 in the subscriptions. It is a great mistake for a national institution to localize itself, and to neglect the wealthy industrial parts of the Principality.

Master Harry Terrell, Llanelly, boy vocalist, won first prize in the open solo competition for children at Port Talbot today.

 -¡ ? S)a?ero?a ?Sea? I —— 1-0 The Young Couple who went Courting. A deputation fro n Ward 3 waited upon the R ads Co;n:r,iUee on Wednesday even- ing. Mr. I). R. Jones presiding, and made complaints with regard to some of the roach in that part of the town. The Surveyor said that some of the roads complained of were not very bad, and a load of ashes would do in some cases. These would be seen to next week, and the rest of the roads would be repaired in the near future. Mr. John Harries, one of the deputation, drew attention to the dangerous road along side of the river between the Old Castle Works and the Old Castle Signal Box. It was very dangerous for men returning from work in the night. It was difficult for people to see where the chasm, as it were, began on a dark night. He knew of a young couple going courting that way one night and the young lady slipped into the river (laughter). Mr. Willis Jones said they should not wait for an accident to happen and then have the Coroner to pass strictures on them. They had a splendid opportunity now. It was decided to see Mr. Lewis, Stradey, the owner of the land, and en- deavour to get him to fence the river.

Dog Show Arrange- ments. — » Strong Committee Appointed The Uanelly and County Canine Society has now been formed, as was foreshadowed in the last issue of the STAR. There was a representative gathering at the Centre Hotel, at which the appoint- ment of Mr. Joseph Holmes as chairman, and Councillor Bramwell Jones as vice- chairman, was confirmed. Miss Stepney was invited to fill the position of President, and Mr. David Samuel, Mining" Engineer and Surveyor, Arcade Chambers, was appointed hon. secretary. The committee will include Messrs. J. Campbell Hill, Brinley R. Jones, Morgan Rees, C. Griffin, S. Holloway, A. Wehrle, G. E. Baker, Phillip Williams, and a few others, all of whom arc guarantors. 'Mr. Carlton Jones was appointed hon. auctioneer, and Mr. Campbell Hill hon. veterinary surgeon. It is expected that the date of the show will be fixed at the next meeting, and al- ready numerous entries are promised.

Local Coal for the Admiralty —— 16 .— First Cargo shipped from Llanelly. The s.s. Amethyst, now discharg- ing a cargo of pig iron in the Cop- per Works Dock, will come round to the North Dock on Tuesday to take in a cargo of Llangennech coal for the British Admiralty. The coal is intended for the Home Fleet. This is the first time for an Admir- alty cargo to be shipped from Llan- elly, and we congratulate Messrs. Thomas Williams and Behenna on the recognition of their coal for naval purposes. It is hoped that a regular trade will now be estab- lished from Llanelly.

IMPROVEMENT OF STATION ROAD Plans are being prepared by Mr. T. p. Jones for a fine new building to be erected on the corner site in Station Road,adjoinin the South Wales Stores. This is a com- manding position, and Mr. Jones proposes to put up a substantial s'ructure with shops in the basement and a large hall on the first floor. This will be a great improve- ment to the thoroughfare.

Rev. Gwvlfå Roberts will officiate at Rhymney, Monmouth on Sunday and Easter Monday. Miss Mary Jones was on Thursday ap- pointed as uncertificated teacher at the Market Street school.