Llanelly Star

That another year of peace is assured in the tinplate is the good news which we have to convey to our readers this week. The Joint Board met in Swansea on Tuesday and after discussing various points raised on either side, the representa- tives of the employers and the workmen came to an amicable agreement which will be binding upon the trade for the ensuing twelve months. The triumph of conciliation is all the more signal seeing that on this occasion, there were several questions which might easily have provoked a rupture. Fortunately, however, these were not unduly pressed. A stoppage in the tinplate trade just now, when the Welsh industry is benefiting from the. confusion that exists in the United States, would be more than usually disastrous, and we congratu- late all concerned on the happy issue that was arrived at. The leaders of the men displayed a fine conciliatory spirit to which the manufacturers were not slow to re- spond, and Mr. Trubshaw in a few felicitous words, spoke for every member on the Board when he ex- pressed his satisfaction at the happy termination of the deliberations. To Mr. Trubshaw himself, the settle- must come as a personal triumph- As one of the employers remarked at the conclusion of the Proceedin o-s- « I know of no one in the tinplate trade who could have played his part so well as did our chairman to- day." The Urban Council on Monday will have before them a resolution to change the market day from Thursday. This is a matter of vital importance not only to the business community of the town, but to every householder, and we hope that in dealing with it, the Council will re- alize this. Not that we expect a definite decision to be arrived at on Monday. Before giving their votes One 'way or the other, the Council should be armed with the fullest information that can be obtained. To begin with, they cannot ignore the effect which a change might have on the fortunes of the Market. At the present time, the Market is a source of considerable revenue, and no change should be made that would be likely to reduce that revenue. Then again, the interests of the shopkeepers of the town must also be considered. They are heavy ratepayers, and if the present arrangement can be shown to bear hardly upon them, it will be the duty of the Council to give full Weight to their request. But what is the opinion of the tradespeople? Here, we are afraid, there will be a divided voice. Most of the local drapers, we understand, have pronounced emphatically in favour of a change of day. On the other hand, a large majority of the butchers are equally strenuous in maintaining that Thursday is the best possible day for them and for the public at large. Other business "tlell are also divided in their views On the matter. As far as the shop assistants are concerned, their repre- sentatives on the Trades Council have spoken out boldly, not only for au altered market day but also in favour of changing the early closing d day. In view of this conflict of opinion, we cannot help thinking that the Council should take steps to secure some definite pronounce- ment from the tradespeople, and that they should await that before dealing finally with the matter.

Nathan on Toast. ol ——— Roads Committee bring him to book. At a meeting of the Roads Committee on Wednesday night, Mr. Nathan Griffiths presiding, Mr J. Simlett said that it would be right that the chairman should give his reasons before the committee, or should have a chance to explain about the notes he sent to the Inspector of the G.W.Rly. Co., in the recent right-of-way case as had been reported in the STAR. If the committee thought he wp.s right, they should give him credit for it, or if on the other hand he was wrong, a vote of censure should be passed. Mr. Nathan Griffiths said that he did not know whether Mr. Simlett had been promp- ted to take the step he had taken or not. Anything that lie had done, he was respon- sible for it. He had already explained his position at the Trades and Labour Council meeting, and had nothing to add or anything to withdraw, and the committee could take any action which they thought proper. Mr Randell I think it is only right and just that Mr. Griffiths should enlighten us upon this matter. It may be in our favour or it may be detrimental to us. Mr. Griffiths still declined to give any explanation. Mr. John Walter Thomas asked that the whole case should be explained as he knew nothing at all about it. Mr. Griffiths then stated that he was pre- sent at the hearing of the case in which two men were prosecuted for trespassing on the G. W.R. line and the question as to right-of- way over that particular line, viz., Dafen line. He wrote Inspector Arnold a few notes which were passed to the Inspector by the reporters, and he contended that he was at liberty to pass notes anywhere without gaining the permission of that committee. Mr. Simlett's contention was that it should be brought forward in that committee, as the committee had taken an important step in defending the action against the G. W.R. Co. Mr. John Walter Thomas asked the Clerk whether he had any knowledge about the notes. The Clerk said he knew nothing at al about it before he had seen it in the local papers. The matter then dropped

Preachers for Tomorrow i (The co-operation of Church Secretaries is invited in making this list accurate from week to week.—EDITOR.) ANGLICAN. All Saints' & Parish Church, Rev. D. Watcyn Morgan, (Vicar), and Curates. BAPTIST. Adulam, 10.30 & 6,Rev.B.Humphreys, pastor Bethel, 10.30 & 6, Rev. Hughes, Machyn- lleth Bethania, 10.30 & 6, Rev. Trevor Jones,pastor Bethlehem, Pwll, 10-30 & 6, Rev. R. Owen Pastor Calfaria, 10.30 & 6,Rev.D.Wyre Lewis,pastor Caersalem 10-30, & 6, Rev. J. Lewis, pastor Emmanuel 11 & 6, Rev. Enos George,pastor Greenfield: 11, 6.30, Rev Gwynne Owen, pastor Moriah, 10-30 & 6, Rev. Geo. Davies, B.A., Llanwenarth. Soar, (Llwynhendy), 10-30 & 6, Rev. J. R. Evans. Pastor. Tabernacle (Llwynhendy 10.30 and 6, Rev B. Williams, Pastor Zion 10.30, & 6, Rev. E. T. Jones, pastor CONGREGATIONAL. Capel Als 10, G. 6, Rev. Dr. Johns, pastor. Dock 10, & 6, Rev. D. Lewis, Pastor. Ebenezer 10, & 6, Rev. T. Bowen, pastor Libanus, Pwll, 10-30 & 6. Rev. Thos. Jones, pastor. Lloyd Street 10 & 6, Rev. J. J. Jones, B.A., pastor Park 11 & 6.30, Rev. Iona Williams, pastor Saron 10, & 6, Rev. D. Jones, pastor Siloah 10 & 6, Rev. Evan Jones, Cwmavon Soar 19, & 6, Rev. W. Trevor Davies, pastor Tabernacle 10 & 6, Rev. R. Gwylfa Roberts, pastor METHODISTS. Capel Newydd Rev. James James, Llan- ddarog Nazareth (Llwynhendy): 10 & 6, Rev. Dl. Williams, pastor. Presbyterian, n &6.30, Rev. R. Williams, pastor. Siloh, 10.30 & 6, Rev. M. H. Edwards, B.A., pastor Saron, Furnace, 19 & 6, (Anniversary Ser- vices), Revs. Barrow Williams, and Morgan Jones. Trinity, 10, & 6, Rev. W. Adams, B.A.,pastor Glenalla, 10 & 6, Rev. Huw Edwards, Pontyberem WESLEYAN. Hall Street: i i, Mr. W. Phillips, & 6-30, Mr. Ben Williams Men's Bible Class & Brotherhood, 2-30. President Mr. Wesley Jones. Victoria Road, 11, Mr. Hooper, and 6-30, Rev. J. V. Sutton Havelock-st., 11, Rev. J. V. Sutton, and 6, Mr. H. Wilson Jerusalem, 10, & 6, There are Sunday Schools held at the above places of worship in the afternoon, the Welsh generally commencing at 2, and the English at 2-30. Fiee Lecture at Gas Buildings, 6-39 p.m.

i IT IS SAID P, V That Nathan has got into hot water with the Trades Council over the G.W.R. case. That he has only himself to blame for what has occurred. That the interests of a Railway Co. often run counter to the interests of a town. That Mr. Griffiths congratulated Mr. Spowart on the conduct of his case. That the Town Clerk almost fainted. That there is no foundation" for the rumour that Messrs. Richard Thomas are having trouble with the foundations of their new works. That everything is proceeding in the most satisfactory fashion. That there ought to be a thumping audience at Miss S. A. Williams' concert on Tuesday. That Miss Williams has given her services free to many a good cause, and that one good turn deserves another. That a street orator near the Athenaeum says that the clergy and ministers of Llanelly are more interested in the bank balance of their members than of their spiritual con- dition. That of course, he ought to know all about it because he has lived in the town for a day and a half. That a local apprentice told a lady friend that he is to come into a fortune when he arrives at the age of discretion. That she unkindly suggested that it was an Old Age Pension he must be thinking about. That a local footballer is not expected to live long. That his life is threatened by a hated rival" who promises to put a bullet through him. That after all there is no danger, because he could not hit a hay-stack. That cycling along a shady lane some- times leads to romance. That a lady cyclist got a punctured tyre a few miles out of town. That a chivalrous knight" came to her rescue and that now they are thick friends. That several Llanelly business men have been to Germany during the last few weeks. That they have picked up a few wrinkles which will be seen reproduced in local works ere long. That Mr. David John was one of them, and that he sampled the famous German beer That he thinks it far inferior to Felinfoel's special brew. That birthday celebrations a few evenings ago ended disastrously. That two of the celebrants do not now speak as they pass by. That Swansea will be strongly represented at the Llanelly Dog Show. That most of the members of the Swansea Canine Society will be among the exhibitors. That the schedules are out this week, and that already Mr. David Samuel is receiving entries. That the Y.W.C.A. Bazaar on Tuesday was a very successful one. That Miss Brodie and her friends are to be complimented on the result. That some beautiful work was seen and many bargains struck. That a certain corner of the town is still "held up" by a few young men on a Sabbath morning! That but for their presence we are afraid the pavement would give way. That there is keen excitement among them each Sunday as to who has a new tie, or anything to brilliantly adorn his wearing apparel. That there were many local organists at the Organ Recital at Capel Newydd on Tuesday. That they were well satisfied with the playing of Mr. E. T. Davies, F.R.C.O. That Capel Newydd can now boast of a fine organ. >

Ths ROADS COMMITTEE A meeting of the Roads Committee was held at the Town Hall, on Wednesday evening, Mr. Nathan Griffiths presiding. The question cf building a bridge over the Lliedi near Albert street was again dis- cussed. A bridge over that part of the river would be very advantageous to Old Castle and other workmen. The Surveyor estimated the cost of a bridge 15 feet wide at £ 350, and an iron footbridge at [ISO. The Clerk I do not know whether the Local Government Board would sanction our borrowing the money for the building of this bridge, seeing that the distance to walk is so short. Mr. E. Willis Jones thought it would be better to arch the river over and construct a wide road there. Surveyor A very good suggestion. Mr. Simlett; I rather agree with Mr. Jones' idea. Seeing that Mr. C. W. Mansel Lewis has a scheme for developing his land near the Old Castle pond, I propose that we get further information concerning it. This motion was carried. Testing the Gas. The Surveyor submitted the result of his gas testing which he performed every even- ing. The Chairman thought it was a drastic step to have the gas tested every 'evening. He voted for it at the time it came forward, but he never thought then of the incon- venience they were going to put the Surveyor to by sending him to the gas works every evening. Mr. Vivian It is a thing we buy every day, and would you like to purchase a thing tied up in a bag. Mr. J. Walter Thomas thought if anything should put the Gas Company right that would be the electric light. Mr. Simlett: How often previous to Mr. Vivian's resolution being passed was the gas tested ? Surveyor: Six or seven times a month. Replying to Mr. Simlett, Mr. Vivian said he would not be content with having the gas tested only once a week. The Clerk: It will do the Gas Co. no harm in having the gas tested daily. I Proposed purchase of London House. The Chairman stated that the Surveyor and himself had seen Mr. C. Mansel Lewis with regard to the purchase of London House, for the purpose of widening Thomas street. Mr. Lewis had no objection to selling it, provided that it would be a substantial improvement. He also required a plan which showed what was intended to be done. The Surveyor Mr. Lewis will not sell the property if you leave it an open space. Mr. Simlett: What would be the use of having this with such a nazrow road running into it. It would be very difficult to widen this spot on account of the burial ground which is close by. The Surveyor then explained that in the near future there would be trams running up and down Thomas street from Felinfoel, and people coming from Bridge street would not be able to see whether there was a tram coming down or not under the present cir- cumstances. This improvement scheme would take off that corner. Mr. Joseph Roberts said the trams would come down Thomas street and over the Falcon Bridge into Market street, and the terminus for the Felinfoel trams would be near the Cambrian Hotel. The committee decided that a plan be submitted to Mr. Lewis.

Local Bakers' Wages. W ANOTHER CONFERENCE TO BE HELD. A well attended meeting of the Llanelly Operative Bakers' and Confectioners' Union was held on Tuesday last at the Club house, to consider the reply from the employers. Mr. H. Williams, the district secretary, was present, and read a letter from the General Secretary assuring the Llanelly members of the support of the Executive Council. The Secretary reported upon the interview with the employers who offered, as the basis of a settlement, the terms of the New- port platform, upon which considerable discussion took place. It was ultimately agreed to accept the Newport platform with the exception of the wages. The feeling of the meeting was that they should strictly adhere to the original demand. A resolution to that effect was unanimously carried, and a depu- tation appointed to again wait upon the employers.

It has been decided to hold the next Congregationalist Cymanfa in Kidwelly.

Have you tried our large KIPPERS ? Delicious for breakfast JONAH THOMAS.

How Relief is Granted, 0 MEMBERS AND THEIR FAVOURITES." At the meeting of the Board of Guardians on Thursday, Mr. Morgan Thomas com- plained of the system adopted in the grant- ing of relief. That day they had almost in every case deviated from the recommenda- tion of the ofifcer. He proposed that in .future they should have the recommendation (-, t'i, ,,?cc)i-nnien, a?ioil of the representatives of the districts. Mr. John Davies seconded. Mr. W. Y. Nevill said that the latter part of the proposition would not work out satisfactorily, because every one of them had a special sympathy for the people in their own districts. The ollicer himself knew what was the fair amount to be granted. Mr. W. B. Jones thought it would be un- fair for them not to take the officers' recom- mendation into consideration because they investigated the cases thoroughly. If the members had favourites in their district they would be inclined to support them. Mr. Thomas Jones said he knew of no favourites. He happened to know in his district some paupers that came under his observation and that was the reason why lie advocated a certain amount. Dr. J. H. Williams said that personally he would support giving a maximum to each pauper, but he certainly should consult the officer. Mr. R. C. Jenkins said that the remark of Dr. Williams was a very indiscreet one. He (Mr. Jenkins) would be inclined to give between the minimum and the maxi- mum—the medium. Dr. Williams: I mean the maximum amount the Guardians can afford. The motion was subsequently withdrawn.

THE COUNCIL LABOURERS. —4— HIGHER WAGES WANTED -♦ ——— The Clerk informed the Llanelly Roads Committee on Wednesday that he had re- ceived a letter from Mr. Victor Morgan, secretary of the Gas Workers Union, claiming an advance of 2/- a week in the wages of the employees of the Surveyor's department. Mr. E. Willis Jones said that they should ascertain whether they paid standard rates the same as other towns, so that they may be able to make a fair comparison. It was then decided that the Clerk should make enquiries, and as soon as he received the necessary information a special meeting should be called to discuss the matter. I Living in a Van. The chairman drew attention to the dwelling van of Mr. W. H. Evans, coach builder, which he built about two years ago,and placed in his yard near the station. The council had allowed him to live in the van because he was unable to obtain a suit- able house for himself. He thought they should not allow such a thing as this to go on. Mr. W. H. Samuel said it was not a van built on four wheels. The wheels were in sight on one side of the van, while the other side was boarded. It had a brick founda- tion and was more like a bungalow than a dwelling van. The Surveyor was requested to make a report on the matter.

TEMPERANCE FESTIVAL The annual temperance-festival under the auspices of the Calvinistic Methodists of Carmarthenshire was held on Thursday at Cross Hands. Delegates from the various chapels in the county met at Bethel under the chairman- ship of Mr. J. W. Harries, Llanstephan, a paper being read by Mr.-Herbert Evans, Llanddowror. In the evening, a public meeting was held in the hall, addresses being delivered by Revs. Nantlais Williams, Am- manford, W. Adams, Trinity, and others.

The appeal now being made on behalf of the Y.M.C.A. Buildings ought to evoke a generous response. The work of the builders will soon be over, and the committee are anxious to raise £ 1,000 before the formal opening. There ought to be a very useful future before the institution in a growing town like Llanelly, and it is to be hoped that the money asked for will be quickly forthcoming.

   Here and There A 1 Local observations of the comet were not very satisfactory. Even those who were aided by a telescope were disappoint- ed. As a spectacle the Halley visitant must be pronounced a distinct failure. Mr. Tom Harries, Llanelly's brilliant working-man astronomer, seems to have been more fortunate than most of us. He describes the tail as being little inferior to the magnificent comet which dazzled [he eye earlier iii the year. Mr. Harries says that as an apparition the comet is far 'o e, o.] many thought it would be, but most of us are not able to say that. I am asked to bespeak Western Mail and Daily News" coupons for Mr. Mor- gan, the young Post Office clerk, who has been on sick leave for months. This is a deservin g case if ever there was one. He has been ordered a sea trip to recuperate, and the holiday tours offered by our enter- prising contemporaries would work won- ders for him. Mr. Phillips and his staff are working systematically in the collection of coupons, and I trust that their efforts will be crowned with success. Please re- member that every coupon counts. While other Welsh ports report a serious falling off in the volume of trade, a grati- fying increase is to be recorded at Llanelly and Burry Port. The recent uncertainty in the Welsh coal trade has had disastrous effects upon Cardiff, Barry, and other ports, but here we seem to have been out- side the sphere of influence. Llanelly is so admirably situated that it ought to com- mand a much larger share of the shipping trade of South WTales, and the pity is that a deeper channel to the dock has not yet been secured. Hats off to Holsinger, Llanelly's demon bowler. He did well against Swansea, but even better against Neath, taking five wickets with six balls, and bringing off the hat trick. This is a remarkably good per- formance and stamps our new pro as one of the best trundlers in Wales to-day. It would make all the difference to the county match at Stradey on Monday were he qualified for a place in t leteam. Simpson is also doing excellent work with the ball but has not come into the limelight yet. But he will. The sands have been well patronised this week. The hot weather has driven thousands cf people daily to the beach to enjoy the cooling breezes from the sea. No so long ago the Council fixed a number of seats here, but the hooligans soon got to work and demolished them. We would not recommend the Council to take any further steps towards adding to the com- fort of the public on the sands unless this is accompanied by adequate police super- vision. Capel Newydd is now a new chapel" in every sense of the word. Curiously enough, one of the oldest chapels in the town has been named Capel Newydd for all these years just in the same way as the G.W.R, is known as the New Dock even though it was built many years ago. The new "Capel Newydd" is quite an architectural addition to the town and is worthy the denomination in which it has played such a prominent part. The masonry and woodwork are of the highest class, and reflect credit on the local builders, Messrs. Brown, Thomas, & John. Speaking at Wrhitefields on Sunday, Mr. Sylvester Home expressed his regret that the King's funeral had been made a milit- ary and naval pageant. We ought, he said, to make more of the soldiers of indus- try who are winning the victories of peace. The Prime Minister ought to have been in the procession, and the judges and leaders of science and art and industries should have been there to show that the King is the symbol of the whole life of the nation. Young Liberals have at last a magazine of their own. The Young Liberal," which is to be the official organ of the Leagues of Young Liberals has made its first appearance. It is an excellent num- ber and promises to be as full of fight as the keenest Radical could desire. A note- able contributor is Mr. H. G. Wells, who says that though known as a Socialist,he has never ceased to be a Liberal. Socialism with- out Liberalism," adds Mr. Wells, is or- ganization-a tyranny of specialized admin- istrative persons. Liberalism without Soc- ialism is generosity in a vacuum and freedom in a waterless desert."