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NOTES OF THE DAY. Prom our London Correspondent. THE LANSDOWNE LETTER. I do not remember a greater ferment in political circles than that which has been created by Lord Lansdow.ne' s letter on the war. This letter is an event and it will probably stand out as a landmark in the history of the war. Its publication has. aroused fierce passions aulong our "jusquau' -boutists,"—men who, regard- less of all that lias happened, want the gaim busiaess of killing to go on indefi- nitely in the hope that somehow, some- time, somewhere, a military decision will be reached. Cooler minds take a differ- ent view. They see no prospect of a crushing Allied victory on land, and are asking whether the time has not arrived te take stock of the whole situation. Our object in this. war. they reason, is not the annihilation or the dismemberment of Germany, but certain very definite aims, such as the restoration of Belgium. Has not the time come when we ought to try to ascertain whether those aims can now be realized by negotiation ? Germany has been baulked of her arrogant plans of conquest; she is suffering grievously, and her spectacular victory in Italy has not repressed the passionate longiag of bar people for peace. Arc not, argue these reasoners, the conditions favourable to some attempt at negotiation, or is the war to continue until all Europe is plunged into the abyss of bankruptcy and ruin ? CLEARINC THE AIR. I To men holding these views the Lans- (town-o letter comes like the first faint flush of dawn after a long night of black- ness and terror. "At last," said a pr#nsinent man to me, "the still sman roiee of reason is making itself heard through the raging storm of fierce pa»oions. Wt are getting back to *Mity. What effect this momentous letter will have on the continent it is impossible to predict. For my part I can- not see that it compromises the Allied oase in any respect. Its plea for a clear statement of AAlied War aims is irresist- ible. It will be interesting to note its reception in Germany. If the Germans, under the influence of the collapse of Russia and the Austro-German victories in Italy, treat it with disdain in the ex- pectation that they can yet obtain a military decision we will know where we are, and wo shall be able to continue the war with renewed vigour and a clear con- science. If, on the other hand, Germany recognizes the facts and is genuinely anxious to promote the realization of President Wilson's noble ideal of a League of Nations to prevent war, an immense step forward in world progress will be taken. LORD LANSDOWNE'S INFLUENCE. I What is certain is that things will not he the same again after this brave letter. ft cannot be ignored or effaced. Lord Isansdowne is not a pacificist; he has himself suffered cruelly from the war*. He is a man of chaeaeter and distinction who has held some of the highest oiffces under the British Crown. He has been Governor-General of Canada, Viceroy of India, Secretary for War, Secretary for Foreign Affairs. He was responsible as Foreign Secretary for the negotiation of the entente with France. The words of a man of this ripe experience and high authority must carry weight not merely in this country but abroad. Lord Lans- downe is the last of the Whigs, that re- markable race of aristocratic Liberals which has played so large, and on the whole so honourable a part in British history since the Revolution of 1638. He is now 72, but with his slender dapper figure he bears lightly the burden of old age. There is a, strong strain of French blood in him; and in appearance and physique he is much more Gallic than British. Since the death of the late Lord Salisbury he has led the Unionist party in the House of Lords. A man of his position and antecedents is not the sort of person to rush precipitately into print. This letter must have been written after careful deliberation, and doubtless also after con-ultation with other eminent men. It is to have an influence on the course of events.

I Christmas Market. At a meeting of the Markets Commit- tee, Coun. D. Jennings presiding, when the question of fixing the date of the Christmas Market was raised, tie Mar- kets Manager (Mr. \V. Marks) suggested Saturday and Monday, December 22nd and 24th. A letter was read from the Butchers' Association, asking that the Christmas Market be held on the Friday and Saturday. Ald. Nathan Griffiths suggested that Saturday and Monday were the best days for the oonsumers, as they had the benefit which the last day always provided. The suggestion of the Markets Manager was adopted. I STOONG PROTEST BY LOCAL I I UfJTCKERS. In the judgment of local butchers the Corporation have made a great mistake in fixing the Xmas Market for Saturday and Monday, the 22nd and 24th Decem- ber. The Butchers' Association were unanimous in suggesting that the usual market should be held on the Thursday I and that Friday and Saturday should be regarded as Xmai markets. This was the recommotidation they made to the Corporation who, however, decided in favour of Saturday and Monday. "I think," said a leading butcher to a "Star" representative yesterday, "that we as butchers should know something about local conditions by now. Most of us have been stallholders for many yearjs and it was from our experience gained during that time that we made our re- commendation. All of us are unanimovrs in saying that it is a great mistake to carry the market over to Monday. For or"* thing it will certainly mean that tons of meat will be spoilt aad wasted. In j these anxious times, it will be a crime to waste any food, but it will be inevitable if the Corporation do not alter the sug- gested arrangement. Judged from every point of view, it would he far hotter to finish up the meat sales on the Saturday. This will be most convenient to the pub- lic and also reduce waste to a minimum. strongly do we feel on this matter that our association have decided not to open on Monday at all. It is to be hoped that the Corporation will reconsider the matter and decide to fall in with our re- commendation which has not been arrived at on selfish grounds, but with a view to meeting the convenience of the public and also avoiding all waste."

Loeal Vocalist in France. to I MR. BRAZELL'S SIXTY CONCERTS. I — Mr. David Brazell, A.R.A.M., and the concert party of which he was a member, have arrived in London this week after a very successful tour along the Western front. The party were everywhere re- ceived with the greatest enthusiasm, and they gave no fewer than 60 concerts. Mr Brazell speaks in the highest terms of the British soldiers, and says that he never sang to more appreciative audiences than the "Tommies." He has come home with a greater admiration than ever of the men in khaki, and tells some wonder- ful stories of their splendid heroism.

DUMB SOLDICR SHOUTS 44 GOAL." 1 A man who had lost his voice and been discharged from the Army recovered his speech under remarkable circumstances on Saturday. He was witnessing the football match at Stamford Bridge be- tween Chelsea and Woolwich Arsenal, and when Chelsea scored he suddenly ex- claimed "Goal." He can now speak quite freely.

I TRINITY COLLEGE OF MUSIC. I The following were successful at the I recent examination in pianoforte playing, Dr. Ford being the examiner:—Senior: Elsie Mary Gauden (Mr. Luther Owen). Intermediate: Bessie Hall (Miss Emily Morgan), Ethel Beaumont (Miss Adeline Evans). Junior: Corwena Davies (Miss Emily Morgan). Preparatory: Clarice Jones, .hons., Edith Policovsky, Eira Mary Richards (Miss Ceridwen Davies), Lizzie Lavender (Miss Llewelyn), Myfan- wv Davies, hons., Ellen Anne Thomas, hons. (Miss M. Davies, Lampeter). First steps: Enid Cameron (Miss Llewelyn).

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I Mr. Asquith. I -4 I PROBABLE VISIT TO LLANELLY. I It is stated that ME. Asquith will probably visit Llanelly in the near future, to address a public meeting on I the war aims of the Alli«. I _H_

I With the Tanks. I LOCAL GUNNER'S ORDEAL. I Llanelly lads are found even among the Tank Corps, who played such an im- portant part in the last advance on the j Western Front. We learn with regret that Gunner S. R. Phillips .soil of Jlr. and Mrs. D. Phillips, Cynlas, has had' a very severe attack of Nephritis, as a eoe- sequencc of being for six hours in a shell hole full of water. His parents paid him a visit last wopk end, and found him greatly red uced physically. He has several times been in action since last August. AVe wish him a speedy recovery.

1 -_u_- 1 OBITUARY- I MISS SADIE JONES. It is our painful duty this week to re- cord the death of Miss Sadie Jones (second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Evan Jones, 7, Marsh street, Llanelly), which occurred on Monday, the 26th last. "Sadie" was a bright girl of twenty, and had endeared herself to all by her really lovable qualities. She had borne a long, and trying illness patiently and cheer- fully. The funeral took place on Thurs- day, the Rev. D. J. Davies, Capel Als, conducting the service at the house and the graveside. Appended is the list of beautiful floral tributes which Eloquently testify to the love and esteem in which the deceased was held :—Father, Mother, Brothers and Sisters; Clare; Mrs. Glover and Swen; Nellie, Maud, Eunice and Mary; Ilor, Linnie and Doris, Neath; Renie Griffith, St. Clears; Mr. and Mrs. Roderick and family, Dunvant; Mr. Ben Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. W. 'J*. Morris, Ladies' Realm; The Staff at the Ladies' Realm; Jessie and Eva Lane; Manager and Staff at Peglers Stores, Neath; Mr. and Mrs. Williams and Phyllis, Railway Hotel; Mrs. E. Nurse; Mr. and Mrs. Williams, Waterloo street; Four Rail- way men Friends; (Glass); Llanelly Bros. R.A.O.B.; A Friend. Mr. and Mrs. Jones wish to thank their numerous friends for their kind sympathy and beautiful flowers, and ask them to accept this as the only intima- tion. MRS. W. E. FRANCIS, Bynea. j We deeply regret to announce the death of Mrs. Bessie Francis, wife of Mr. W. E. Francis, Tyfran, Bynea, and elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Harry, I Penyfon street, New Dock, Llanelly. Prior to her marriage the deceased was a teacher under the Llanclly Education Committee, and subsequently a« a certi- ficated assistant under the Barry Educa- tion Committee, in both of which places she had made innumerable friends. The funeral took place on Wednesday last and was a very large and representative one. The numerous floral tributes received in- j dicated the high esteem and respect in j' which she was held. We wish to tender our sincerest sympathy to her hus- band, parents, and sister, in their irre-: i parable loss. The following ministers officiated at the funeral: Rev. M. Davies, Berea (pastor), Rev. J. Evans, Bryn, I Rev. J. C. Llofd (Three Crosses), and Rev. Roland Evans (Lloyd street). MRS. JANSEN GRIFFITH. I Many of our readers will hear with regret of the death of Mrs. Griiffth, wife of Mr. Jansen Griffith, manager of Lloyds Bank, Llandrindod.. During her residence at Llanelly, the deceased lady gained the esteem and affection of a large circle of friends. Much sympathy is expressed with Mr Griffith in his bereavement.

Welsh Farm Colony 4 PART OF PEMBREY ESTATE BOrGHT FOR .£30,000. The Board of Agriculture has decided as to the site of the experimental small holding colony for ex-soldiers allotted to Wales. The purchase was completed on Wednesday of a part of Pembrey Estate, about 1,350 acres, the price, it is under- stood, being ?30,000. The area com- prises some very good arable land and permanent pasture. Cattle breeding and cheese and butter making are carried on I at the present time. The existing farm houses and buildings are in good condi- tion, and there are a few good cottages I on the estate.

BIRTH. TAYLOR.—On the 28th November, at Brynamlwg, Bryneaerau terrace, Llan- elly, the wife of V. Taylor (nee Hot-tie Davies), a daughter (still born). A man of 1i5 summoned on a jury, said • that although he could claim exemption on account of his age, he would not do j so, as he was wil'ifg to serve his country in any way ho could.

I Railway Crisis Over. 0-1 ANOTHER SIX SHILLINGS A WEEK ADVANCE. A settlement of the railwaymen's wage dispute was effected on Thursday night, and the news was at once communicated to Mr. Bonar Law. Mr. J. H. Ihomas, M.P., made the following statement at Unity House:— > "Further negotiations of a long and protracted character took place during the day, and a settlement has been ar- rived at, which gives the whole of the traffic men 6s. per week advance, and the men are to receive three weeks' back pay. The members in the country will accept the settlement as the best that ] can possibly be done, and one J*'»hich, j ha,ving regard to the circumstances, j ought to be loyally accepted by them."

I The Rev. Hugh Jones, Bethel, has been 1 appointed secretary of a Welsh movement I against State purc hase. I

B.IV.T.A. A public meeting for men and women will bo held on Wednesday next at 7.30 p.m., in Presbyterian Chapel, when Miss Rosina Davies, Ferryside, will deliver an address. Music will be provided by Professor Luther Owen and Miss Gladys i Lewis, R.A.M. There will also *bc other speakers, and a cordial invitation is ex- tended to all to attend.

BURRY PORT CAPTAJW WQUKDED. Mr. and Mrs. Price Edmunds, Anchor House, have received information that 1 their son, Capt. D. Gwyn Edmunds, has been wounded in action. This young officer, who has troops of friends in Burry Port, has distinguished himself in the war, and although only 21 years of age, has attained his present rank by gallantry and devotion to duty. It is re- assuring to hear that the wounds are not severe. SECOND-LIEUT. PERROTT. Another well-known Burry Port officer, S. R. Perrott, has also been wounded in action. He is the son i of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Perrott, Graig House, and has been in the thick of the fighting for many months.

TOO LATE FOR CLASSIFICATION TVit V J ANTED, good General SERVANT, W or experienced Day Girl; good wages to suitable person.—Mrs. Hughes, 10, Cowell street, Llanelly.  WILLIAMS will offcr for Sale by T • public auction, at his Sale Rooms, 33, Murray street, Llanelly, on Tuesday, December 18th, at 7 p.m., the following Leasehold Dwelling-Houses :—Nos. 30 and 32, Brynmor road, Llanelly, Nos. 4 and 5, Capel terrace, Llanelly, and No. 56, Pembrey road, Llanelly. For further particulars see posters, or apply to the Auctioneer, or to Mr. H. Hayton Wil- liams, Solicitor, Frederick street, Llan- elly. NIGHT WATCHMAN Wanted; must be an abstainer; preference given to a discharged Soldier. Good wages given.—Box 12, Post Office, Llanelly. L OST, last Thursday night, between Furnace and West End, Pair of Lady's Gold SPECTACLES, in ease. Apply Star Office. FOUND, a Silver. BADGE-" SerYlces. F. Rendered." Owner can have same i on giving its number at the Star Office. -+ -+- WANTED, good Day GIRL or Char- j ?V v. ?m;?.?). Apply, Mrs. Randell, 11, Hall street. <

Our Fallen Heroes. — -— SERGT.-MAJOR J. THOMAS. The sad news was received this week that Sergt.-Major Jack Thomas, son of Mrs. Thomas and the late Mr. Matthew Thomas, 28, Richard street, had been killed in action. This gallant soldier had been on sea for many ars and joined up on the declaration of war. He was at- tached to the Riile Brigade, and in addi- tion to his work in the trenches, he had also served for some time as an instructor at the base. Writing to the bereaved mother, Capt. Dudley says:It is -with deep regret that I inform you that your son was killed in action on the morning of the 19th. He was killed instantaneously by a shell which landed and exploded in the trench where he was standing with several others of his comrades. Your son was a very smart and capable N.C.O., and he b a great loss to the Company. I, as Company Commander, have many of these painful letters to write to the relatives of those killed in action, and I can assure you it is a most heartbreaking J duty." I::> SERGT. J. E. PEARSON. We regret to announce that Sergt. John Eric Pearson, of the Warwickshke j Yeomanry, has been killed in Palestine. He was the second son of Mr. and Mrs. j F. G. Pearson, The Mavals, Swansea, and grandson of the late Capt. and Mrs. J. Walters, Burry Port. He joined up on the outbreak of war and was torpedoed on his way to Egypt. At Sm-Ja Bay, both he and his brother were wounded. The deceased was a nephew of Mr. James j L. alters, Llanboidy, Mr John Walters, Burry Port, and the Rev Farley Walters, chaplain to the Forces; and a brother of Miss Gwendoline Pearson, who its now in India. ) PTE. JAMES MASON. j The sad news was received on Saturdav that Pte. James Mason, of the 4th Welsh Regt., son of Sirs. Mason, Cambrian place, Seaside, and brother of the late j j Mr. Albert Mason, the former Llanelh- Rugby full back, had been killed in actioil. in Palestine. Pte. Mason, w ho enlisted shortly after the war broke out, was em- ployed at the Old Castle Tinplate Works. | HOME ON LEAVE. 1 rrn n • I ine many rriends or I tc. Y\ Benjamin I Lewis, son of Mr. David Lewis, grocer, i Penal It ter*\ic\, will lie pleased to learn that he has been home for ten days' leave from Dumbarton Hospital, Scot- land. The yoring subaltern was severely wounded in the thigh in the fighting in France, hut we are glad to state that he is improving satisfactorily. He returned on Monday to Manc h ester Hospital. OR Monday to Manchester Hospital,' where it is hoped he will soon make a complete recovery. -i .■

Congratulations to Miss Mena Penn. 1 of Capel road, Llanelly, who has secured a position in the Publishing Accounts department at "The Times" Office, Lon- don.

tnJ;z.13D.Q POUr^D DAY V' fU UM AT Stdbonhealh Hospital TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4th. From 2 to 5 p.m. I A Pound of GOODS at the Kntrance will secure a hearty welcome to all to </o over the o ,D o%-t?r tl,ie Hospital. In the various Wards the patients will sell their beautiful work and give a musical treat. CUP OF TEA AND BISCUITS at 4d. In the evening, at 7 o'clock, the ROYAL WELfeH CHOIR, conducted by Mr. J. Thomas, will give a Concert, and a Silver Collection will be taken at the door. The local Committee hope that the public will rally round and Aiake this I effort a success for the Christmas Fund. I I

I A 1 h. S. I A cflUg Ing túCK. 11I I COAL PRICES AT BURRY PORT. There was some plain speaking at I Burry Port Council on Thursday in refer- ence to local coal prices. Coun. Taylor went so far as to say that Burry Port was a laughing stock in the matter and it was time that the Council dealt with in j drastic fashion. The coal merchants, he added, were ruling the roost and charging 2/2 for coal in bags in spite' of the fact that the scheduled pricewas l/llt. Dr. J. H. Williams: This is true in every department. The farmers are rul- ing the roost in regard to food and aloe charging just what they like. The Clerk read a letter from tlfe Coal Controller's Office which was anything but clear, and ho was directed to write again. V

I Board of Guardians. I COMPLAINTS OF SCARCITY OF PROVISIONS. A meeting of the Board cf Guardians was held on Thursday, Mr. AV. Y. Nevill in the chair, when a vote of condolence was passed with the relatives of the late Mr. Thomas Seymour, who had been a member of the Guardians for 33 years, 20 years of which he acted as chairman. Several members .referred to the straightforward way in which Mr. Sey- mour oresided over the deliberations of the Board, and the fair manner in which he treated the officials and all concerned in the poor law administration. Home for a Boy. It was reported that arrangements had been made for the removal of a lad in the House to the Gordon Home, LondoH. i Laundress Wanted. The Guardians resolved to advertise for a laundress at f:25 per annum with uniform. In lieu of Rations. On the recommendation of the House Committee it was directed to allow the indoor staff 10s. a week in lieu of rations which were unobtainable. I War Bonus for R.O.'s. A war bonus of ?20 per anmnn was al- lowed the three relieving oRicers. Carmarthen's Refusal. Reference was made to the refusal ,of the Carmarthen Union to accept one of their own cases with scarlet fever, as a result of which the woman was obliged to enter the Llanelly Workhouse, where she was not chargeable. On the motion of the Rev. Trevor' Jones it was decided to call the attention of the Local Government Board to the case. At Eryntirion. The Master reported that there were 129 in the House as compared with 142 for the corresponding period of last year, j T here was a decrease in the number of; vagrants dealt with. j Christmas as usual. The usual allowances were ordered to the outdoor paupers for Xmas week, and arrangements ordered to be made for the Xmas dinner in the house.

  < PI in SmpbmiCiin^ at ürfY Po? i LETTER FROM THE ADMIRALTY. Thanks to the initiative of Coula. Thomas Davies, vice-chairman of the Burry Port Council, the advantages of Burry Port for the establishment of a shipbuilding yard have been laid before the Admiralty. At the meeting of the Council on Thursday, the Clerk reported that he had received a reply to the effect that the information laid before them had been filed for reference. The letter of the Clerk was couched in the following terms:— Dear Sir, At a special meeting of my Council on Thursday last attention was drawn to the fact that the Admiralty propose setting up special ship-building yards in various seaport towns in the country, and it was unanimously resolved that I should write to you pointing out the claims of Burry Port as a suitable place for the construc- tion of ships. Burry Port is, as you are of course rftware, on the coast of Carmarthenshire, and far away from any possible attacks by air-craft, and being on an inlet of the Bristol Channel it is also comparatively safe from attacks from sea. The situation of Bnrry P?rt has loug since commended itself to the Military Authorities from the very fact that large explosive works have been constructed just on the fringe of the town, and pos- sibly it only remains for me now to re- mind you that Carmarthenshire is a county where a large quantity of timber is grown which will, of course, be useful for ship-building, and there is also plenty of coal and water within a mile or two of Burry Port. Further, I would draw your attention to the fact t'hat there is a suitable Dock at Burry Port that could at once be converted for use for the f^uildmg of vessels, and besides there is what we call the "Old Harbour," which could also be utilised for the purpose re- ferred to, and indeed'the whole sea front is adaptable. Moreover. Burry Port is situated on the main G. -,r. Railway between Padding- ton and Fishguard, and is within 5 hours run of London. If this letter is favour- ably received by you, as I trust it will be, my Council will only be too pleased to give you any further information that you may require of them, as they are moved to write on the above subject, not only for local reasons, but by the far greater reason, namely, that of patriot- ism. Yours faithfully. J. LEWIS PH ILL TPS, To the Secretary. Clerk. I Admiralty J London. i

Mr. John Williams, cf Carnarvon, the trainer of a choir which sang several times before RoyaHy an d which the Ger- nvm Emperor or.co heard ai Wind sor, has dicd.

The Early Closing Association's cam- paign for a three days' holiday at Xmas among retail shopkeepers everywhere is gaining popularity.

ASTERISKS. Twelve years ago this week Mr Gwilym Evans died. Better supplies oi butter are pro- KHSect lit!XT WeeK. a- f: Llanelly and Ponteiract have journalist Mayors tnis year. < It is predicted that eggs will be six- pence each later in the month. W T. 'fllc cnance^ against German invasion are now nnuicn tu ono, s u-:lL-:nÙ Uwens. 7-, 7;- The Rotarian movement at Llanelly has been very successfully iauncnecl..Lung may iv rouece. w "The Girl from Frisco" and "The Derelict," two 0I the Ijest at Llanelly Cinema, Stepney street, on Monday. A prominent G.W.R. signalman re- cently spent his annual leave viewing the sights or "Iwnitacau. Who was he "Filthy chops" are not included in the schedule of meat prices at Llanelly. Evidently they arc a police court brand. An unfortunate housewife from New Dock went out for sugar on Thursday, and took her turn in a queue. She went heme with a broken arm. T. Commencing to-morrow evening, Canon Watc-yn Morgan will preach every Sunday during Advent on "The problem of human suffering and the war." ,'Can you manage two c-ggs a soldier patient was aaked at a local hos- pital. "Two eggs blimey, I could eat fourteen eggs and the blinking hen that made them" was the reply. Lord Rhondda must be told about this. » ■» Mr. T. li. who is organizing a fund ior senumg lootbail outfits to Llan- elly boys at is ucw recuperat- ing at Llanurindod Weils. His many mends wni be glad to hear that "TJ.i." is rapidiy recovering from his recent ill- ness. « a e The Pwli Malt* Voice party were in great form at uieir two concerts. Mr. xirazeil' 6 fine singers seemed to put an extra polish emi "The destruction oi Ga};a,' and the audiences were not slow to appreciate the timeliness oi the ren- dering. < < < Some people can extract humour even out of the sugar question, iic-re is a note received by a local gioeer on Thurs- day:—"Please spare me some sugar as we have not had any for »oxne time. Don't send more than a ton, however, as our coal-house is full." A Llanelly soldier in a Manchester hospital pays a high tribute to -rhe American doctors who compose the staff. "The work they do." he writes, "is simp- ly great. They perform miracles in bone p I-torm mi. ?- I cases as well as other surgical work. Ail the patients—ever 800 in num ber, are loud in their praises." "Sportsman" writes from New Dock expressing the hope that a champion veteran race should be arranged between W. Ilafndell, W. J. Thomas and W. H. Thomas. It would be interesting to see which of the old warriors would beat the record in the and 200 yards. I A correspondent writes:—It is a pity that people don't practice what they preach, especially when they preacii more than the average man. lo iliy own knowledge a prominent preacher'of food economy had a big of butter delivered at his house this week. Let es have con- sistency, please. There are no bounds to the ambition of Burry Port these days. The erection of a powder factory is to he followed up by the establishment of a Farm Cob, and now the Council are inviting the Government to arrange for a shipbuild- ing yard. "Ask and ye shall receive" is evidently the motto of our down-line friends aii(i a very good motto, too. ♦ • • • Father and sen are to be found in the ranks oi. our Army in Fg::y: They are Sapper D. Strahan of the Engineers, and his father, Mr. D. Strahan. The latter, over 50 years of age, is on the technical staff dealing with the telephone and tele- graph service. His son has been wounded and is now going on nicely in hospital. There is another son a trooper in the Inniskilling Dragoons. .,č Cadifor sydd yn enniil Cadeiriau "rif y gwlith" Mae'n torri ei grimmogau rth symmud yn eu pli th Fe ddylai yr hen gono Gael jail am ddeuddeng mis, Nes byddo'r "home-grown timber" \n gostr> ng yn ei bris. 0. t;me Ana?s'? of Lbnc1ly water seme time ago revealed the?pres?nce of e.?n?ms of eoli gv;v:r.. Tho -—— the analyst goes on to inform us that the characterc of the organise the Coli ?r ut> •,e—"nrr in- hoa. :'v.?g. fer- ;1,10.1;10';<!d ;:).¡J:' d?ehon of read and {S, a"d milk with ui-odo-? end r.nd c^t and produc- ing indol in poptone solution." Now we know all a bout it.