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NOTES OF THE DAY ♦ From our London Correspondent. THE SCUTTLED iFLEEX. TO jtdge by the newspaper comments on the action of the Germans iin scuttling and sinking their warships in- terned at Scapa Fow, the war has ,eclipsed our sense of humour and im- paired our old fine sportsmanlike :instincts. The "Times" has written with portentous gravity about German treachery; 'the "Daily has yelled more frantically than ever against the Hun; even rtlie Radical "Star" declaims against the "gross perfidy" of the Germans. What rubbish it all is The German-bailors at Scapa didexactly what British sailors would have done in similar circumstances. Though our ,enemy .a. by this manoeuvre got the laugh against us, it is impossible for fair- minded .men not to admire the spirit that prompted 7it and the skill and dexterity with which it was carried out. It would 'be more becoming and more in harmony with British traditions for our news- papers to treat the incident, in; that spirit ithan to make us ridiculous by shouting "perfidy," "breach of faith" and "treachery. Neurotic scribes by their feverish and humourless diatribes are not helping the reputation of England. ACQUISITION OF LAND. TJROFITING by the absence of Mr. I "— Lloyd George, who is still, in Paris, the British Government is revealing openly -its Tory tendencies. There was a battle royal in the House of Commons this weeic over the clauses in the Acquisi- tion of Land Bill dealing with compen- sation :to landowners whose land is com- pulsorily taken for housing and land settlement. Sir "Donald Maclean sought -to make identical the taxing valuo of the -land and .the amount awarded in com- pensation. To this end he proposed that .the price paid should be fixed by ;the In- tiand Revenue valuers..They are com- petent impartial, and have local kuow- 1 ledge. It mill be remembered that the vcfficient staif of valuers under the Board ii;f,iniarld Revenue wasjargely augmented ♦for the purpose of carrying out the great •scheme of I=fi valuation embodied in Mr. Hpyd George's first budget. LANDOWNERS' INTERESTS FIRST. I 1~TiERE reads' tfco; haudH^j e. the very Kaon needed for the assessment of com- pensation for land acquired compulsorily uuiier the Housing and Land Settlementt bills. "Yet the (Govenuwent refuses to use tflhem and proposes instead to create an entirely new body of valuers. There can ibe lOttly one reason for this amazing decision 1U\.d that is eoncern for the in- tereet.s of rthe landowners. The feeling in the Boiwe was strongly against the Government policy. Sir EdwaAl Carson and feeveral other Conservatives made -co-mon -with the Liberal and Labour (Objectors. As was asked in the I -debate, w?ha± soiild be more equitable Aan to compensate on the basis of the value of land as ascertained for the pur- pose of tassaaataoB ? Despite the weight of .argument iu its favour, such is the strength of party discipline that the Maclean ame-ndmemt wasa ten bLv a Vbig majority. It is a victory that will teost the Government dear. They ha»e m¡ade it plain to the whole country that on a vital matter they place the, interesta of tthe landowners ahaYethose of the jnaf&vn. GOVERNMENT'S ROUCH ROAD. I THE Government have a rough road to travel in the next six months, and it will require all their ingenuity to -eseape disaster. Many Coalition Liberals this week openly said that they will ceo## to support the Governmient if in the new trade policy the principles of Free Trade &re violated. On the other side the Tariff Reformers are demanding universal Protection. "All our industries are 'key' industries" exclaimed a. Tory M.P. Mr. Gewge Terrell, son of a county-court judge who was well-known in Llanelly in the W&- Mr Ll°yd George, for all his nimbleneSoS 1JS » political tight- rope walker, will not fittd it easy to main- tain his balance amid the cries and pounter-cries of his Free Trade and his Protectionist supporters. The group of employers that has been formed to oppose the nationalization of the coal-mines is another element of peril. Then there is the Irish question whose explosive quali- ties "were never more menacing. Add to these problems the certainty of grave complications in international affairs, and it will be realized that the outlook for the Government is very gloomy. Once peare is kigaed the band that has kept to- gether this Coalition of incompatibles will be broken. Then the fun will begin. but i won't be fun for the Government. II' Ii)

I HIPPODROME. I "Buzz Along" which is being presented at the Hippodrome this week provides the best entertainment which it is pos- sible to get. It would certainly be no exaggeration to say that this top notcher" revue is one of the most pleas- ing yet brought to the town, and the I verdict of those who have seen it is I "excellent." Next week there will be a vaudeville programme, when a return visit will be made by the eight Rliondda Minors, in that favourite scene "Down in a coalmine." The remainder of the programme is exceptionally strong, and everybody who has a few hours to spare on entertainment is heartily commended to visit this popular house.

I -POLISH POGROMS. | Thursday, the 26th inst, was kept by Jews of the United Kingdom as a day of mourning, prayer and solemn protest on account of the unchecked, horrible mas- sacres perpetrated upon, the Jewish masses without distinction in Poland particularly. The local Hebrew congre- I gation, too, held a special service in the evening which was attended by practical- ly all, the members and their families. The Rev. M. J. Feldman in an address, referred to the apparent indifference of the big diplomats to those unprovoked and unrestrained pogroms, emphasizing the necessity of enlightening the British public whose sympathy would thereby be assured. A substantial sum was also realized for the relief of the Polish Jews.

MEDALS FOR REGULAR I ,ATTENDANCE. At a meeting of the Education Com- mittee on Wednesday, it was reported' that two pupils, Eddie Randell, New Dock School, and Esther Bennett, Church of England School, had attended school for 6 years and 5 years respective- ly without having been absent on a single occasion. It was decided to award medals to the pupils.

PWLL .GRAND EISTEDDFOD. The above EISTEDDFOD Will take place on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER, 20th, 1919, iwhen over £ 25 \wiH;be given in prizes for 'Male Voice, Juvenile Choirs, Mixed Parties, Solos and Champion Solos; also Poems and RcAihctions. MALE VOICE (not under 35) "Little Church" JE8 JUVENILE (not under 30) "Diliau'r SDolydd" t4. Tiull programme will appear in next of the ,Star,. Hon. See. t 1E. J.. Samuel, Traveller's Well.

DEATH OF MSTS. OOWER. I It Us with deep regret we record the death r,n Mr. Gower, wife of Mr. John Gower, chemist, Vaughan .srtreot, which took p\t.,('e yesterday. The deceased had been in indifferent health for souse time. She was a faithful member of TaV^rnacle Chapel. IThe funeral, which is (private, takes plata- on Tuesday afterno(m.

WORKS PRESENTATION. u I On Tuesday, at the works of Messrs Thomas and Clement, Ltd., a presenta- tion meeting was held when Mr. Ernest Watts was made the recipient of a solid silver cigarette case suitably inscribed. Mr. Watts has rendered notable service to his fellow workmen as secretary of the vartous funds connected with the works, and the presentation was a mark of ap- preciation of readiness to assist every good cause. Mr. David Griffiths presided over the meeting and paid wn eloquent tribute to I Mr. Watts. The presentation was handed over by Mr. Daniel Evans, I cashier, who spoke of the happy relation- ship which existed among them all at the ¡' Morfa Foundry. Mr. J. Jones and Mr. R, Philltps also spoke, Mr. Watts re- turning thanks in a neat speech.

1 NEW DOCK 8PORTS It has been decided to postpone the New Dock Sports to Sat'irdav, Septem- ber 6th, 1919, owing to the difficulty pf i obtaining a suitable ground. 6 I i

Victory Loan. I 0 THE MAYOR'S 14 POINTS. I Whereas (1) The War is wot over, though victory is mw-x. Whereas (2).-The fruits of victory must rot for want of repairs. Whereas (3).-These fruits cannot be fully enjoyed while our existence is still governed by the temporary expedients of war necessity. Whereas (4)"Øur immediate and paramount duty is to get Dac k to the system of peace administration which enabled < this coiwitry to bear the brunt of war. Whereas (5).—The first step towards this k-rd is a rearrangement of our finan- cial dispositions under a more unified command. Whereas (60.—Th^ sinking of our floating debt is as essential to the safety of the ship of State as was the sinking of the floating mine in the .interests of our mercantile marine. Whereas (7).—The Government has in- vited us all to become minesweepers. Wher eas (3).—The good ships Victory Bond and Funding Loan have been put into commission for our patrol work. Whereas (9).-The terms of service are such as we are not 4ikely to be offered again 4 Whereas (10)—Our task is second only in importance to that performed on land and soa by our fighting forces. Whereas (11).—Its successful accom- plishment will consolidate the great triumph achieved by them and and, en- sure the future stability of the British Empire. Whereas (12).—The freedom of navi- gation on the seas of commerce will mean more trade and less unemployment. Whereas (13).—With this will come the restoration of peace-time unity in a whole-hearted policy of "Back to Busi- ness," and Whereas (14).—We have the adequate guarantees of a State whose word is a.s I good as its bond, that investment in the Loan is safe and sound. There is, therefore, an obligation upon every citizen of Llanelly TO BUY VICTORY LOAN TO-DAY.

THE LATE LIEUT. PAUL JONES. I In his speech at .the Founder'^ day cele- bration at Dulwich College lasv Saturday, the Headmaster, addressing a crowded .awlienee said.:— We have this year for the first time the Paul Jones Memorial Prizes, founded to commemorate Paul Jones, who was captain of football in 1914, and who afterwards joined up and, as we all know ,n d i, we -.]I i-:iio-?i- to our regret, fell in action when a, mem- ber of the Tank Corps in 1917. He was a brilliant scholar,—a Brakenbury His- tory Scholar of Balliol—a vigorous and energetic forward at football, one who played the game, .and tried to make others play the game (applause). He was a per- sonality. He .would always make himself felt for good ;and for enlightenment, and I am glad to thiiik that his name will be f associated at Dnlwich with those two sub- jects in which he was perhaps most pro- ficient, which lie studied hardest and loved most—History and Literature. < The subject of the, Historical Essay was The Influence of Geographical Con- ditions in determining National Boundar- ies, from 1600 to the present day." The winnei is W. E. F.. Ward ,(cheers). The subject for the Literary Prize was "The value of Patriotic Poetry." The winner is T. J. H. Watson (cheeivsi)..

T WILLIAMS has rceeivedinstruc- T tions from Miss McOubbb" Cam- brian Hotel, Burry Port (who is retiring from business), to sell on the premises by public auction on TUESDAY, JULY 15th at 11 a.m., the whole of the high-class and well preserved Household Furniture, consisting of Handsome Walnut Side- board, Dining Table, Occasional Tables, Overmantels, Plush and Saddlebag Suites Writing Table, Chairs, Kitchen Tables, Stair Carpet, Stair Root;, Brass Kerbs and fire Brasses, splendid Inlaid Maho- gany and Satin Walnut Bedroom Suites, several excellent Bedsteads and Wire Mattresses, Bedding, Chest of Drawers. Linoleujjo, Mangle, Settle, Lcaeed Curt«sns etc., etc. George Palmer Begs to inform the public that he cam now supply EGGS Wholesale and Retail. We specialise in Pisuiirv Which is dressed oa the premises at a few hour.3 notice. Shaw's Pork Sausages 1/6 per lb. MURRAY TRErT, ? i ? ?j!L ? A LLANELLY.

Labour and Politics » A REVOLUTIONARY DECISION. The Labour Party Conference at South- port yesterday abandoned constitutional methods in politics in favour of revolu- tionary. It passed, by a big majority, a resolution favouring "direct" action- that is a general strike—to force the Government to alter its policy of inter- vention in Russia. The voting was as follows:— For direct action 1,893,000 Against 935,000 Majority for 958,000

Medallions for Ambu- lance Men. RECOGNITION OF WAR SERVICES. Warm tributes to the local members of the St. John Ambulance Association were paid at a meeting at the Y.M.C.A. when they were presented with medallions. Mr Brodie referred in eloquent terms to the .splendid war service rendered by them- and their efforts on behalf of wounded soldiers. "I have also found as Coroner," he added, that there is rarely an accident case in Llanelly which is not attended by an ambulance man prior to 1;e arrival of the doctor. The men work scientific lipes and the treatment t jured re- ceived was very different t* *vhat was possible some years ago." Medallions with inscription John Ambulance War Service" were then pre- sented by the Chairman, Mrs. W Y. Nevill and Mrs. Dr. Evans to the follow- ing members of the Brigade Mr. E. D. Jones (Supt.), Officers W. H. Webb, E. D. Jenkins and Morgan Morgan, Sergts. T. J. Williams, J H Williams, T. Maund. Alec Hayward. Corporals J. E. Williams. W. Jones. Martin Edwards, Lce-Corpls. C. B. Millar, E. Simmonds, T. Williams. Ptes. F. Gomm, J. J. Winter, D. M. James, C. Griffiths, L. Jcnes, G. E. Smith, W. Williams, W. S. Beard, D. Thomas, W. J. Evans, L. P. Virgin and C. Farr. Sanitation Certificate to Messrs. E. D. Jcnes, W. H. Webb, A. Hayt. d. T Wil- liams, T. J. Williams, J. H. Williams, W. R. Richardson, M. Edwards, J. R. Webb, G. J. Fraiieisbell, D, M. James. W. H. Beard, W. J. Evans, E. T. Wil- liams, D. S. Jones, and W. Jones. First Aid Certificates.—D. Rees, J. R. Webb, and D. C. Bevan. Vouchers.—Messrs. P. Hughes, D. Dyche, J. A. Sweet, D. A. Williams, D. Thomas, T. Hughes, J. Amos Jones, W. H. Hoskin. Medallions.—Messrs. A. Hay ward, M. Edwaids, G. J. Fraiieisbell, J. H. Wil- liams, D. S. Jones, \V. Jones, W. H. Beard, C. B. Millar, E. D. Jenkins, D. M. James, T. Williams, J. W. Evans, and T. Williams. Amongst those present were Mr. W. Y. 'Nevill. J.P., Mrs. Nevill, Mrs. Dr. Evans, Miss Brodie, Mr. Chubb, G.W.R.. and Mr. Watkins, Y.M.C.A^*

IN MEMORIAM. I In loving memory of Frank Williams, 31, Caroline street, K.O. Y.L.I., late of H.M.S. Warrior, who died in France June 28th, 1917. Sleep on, dear brother, in a far off grave. A grave we cannot see; But as long as life and memory last We will remember thee. Ever remembered by Mother and Sister.

DRE.C'ER'S GOOD WORK. The dredger "Lucy," which has been clearing the Great Western Dock Channel for the past month, finished its work on Wednesday, -to the satisfa<tion of the G.W.R. tMtgmonM.

CHARCE OF ASSAULT. "The complaisant had made a, nasty remark about my mother," was the plea. put in by David Oakley when summoned by Sage Jones, both of Mark Lane, at the Police Court for assault. Complainant. stated that on the 13th iiist w hen going home she passed the de- fendant's mother who jeered at her. She then spke to her about her conduct, and the defendant arrived on the spot and got hold of her by the throat and knocked her head against the wall. Defendant was bound over in £ 10 to keep the peace for 12 months, and was ordered to pay the costs, j ■«

15th W E LSH. A meeting of the above regiment will be held at the Y.M.C.A. to-morrow (Sun- dny) afternoon nt 3 p.m. All members ire earnestly requested to attend. Busi- ness very important.—W. J. Jenkins, Secretary.

Prime Minister's Pen. I TO BE USED AT THE SIGNING OF THE PEACE TREATY. For the first time in history it is more than likely that the Peace Treaty will be signed by the British representative with a fountain pen. In an interview Mr. Richard Morris. M.P. for Battersea, outlined the story connected with it. HI desired," said Mr. Morris, "some time ago to give the Prime Minister a little souvenir, and, seeing that, he writes such a lot, I thought that it would not he a had idea to give him a fountain pen. "The holder is heavily gold-mounted, and adorned with the Welsh words Nadolig, 1918, (Christmas, 1918). It also is inscribed with the Prime Minis- ter's signature in facsimile." "When it was taken down to Downing Street the Prime Minister at once com- menced to write with it, and he has done all his writing with it ever since. Re- cently, when lie was offered another pen. he replied; 'I have one of my own, with I which I am going to sign the Peace Treaty. T'

MR. MAYBERY'S WILL. I Mr. Joseph Maybery, of Langley Dene, Wellington Road, Bournemouth, for- merly of Llanelly, a magistrate for Car- marthenshire, died on March 11th, left £ 16,326. The testator left bank shares to his son David Joseph, £ 600 to the widow of John M. George, C600 to Lu- ther George, £600 in trust for C. J. M. Maybery, and Desmond J. P. Maybery, £ 600 to Charles Vere Maybery, £600 to Mary Catherine Lawrence, tIO0 to the Llanelly Hospital, £ 100 to the pxc Congregational Chapel, Llanelly, and a number of small legacies. The residue is left between David Joseph Maybery and Ethel Moon.

DEATH. GOWEH. On June 27th,' at 14 Vaughan I Street, Llanelly, Janet, the beloved wife of John Gower, chemist. Private funeral on Tuesday at Penbovr Church.

MUSIC AT PARC HOWARD. I The Federation Silver Band will play a popular programme of music at Pare Howard ..to-night Saturday at 7, and Sunday evening at 8.

A Dangerous Corner. I SUGGESTED NEW APPROACH TO I BURHY PORT. At the Roads Committee of the Burry Port Council on Thursday the Surveyor reported that the present was all oppor- tune moment to widen the entrance at Church road. It badly required widen- ing a" the corner was a very dangerous spot. The County Council would no doubt bear half the expense as part of the road was a county one. Mr. W. T. Edmunds: What prompted the Surveyor to bring this matter up ? The Surveyor: Because it is a very dangerous spot. Mr. John Evans: Why not approach the authorities with a view to having a new entrance to Burry Port ? Mr. Thomas Da vies also emphasised the need of a new entrance as the corner at Church road was a very dangerous spot. Mr. McDowall: Which way do you suggest a vew entrance P Mr. Thomas Davies: It has been brought before the committee several times, that is, straight through the White Lion HoteL Dr. Williams moved that the Garden City authorities be written to and re- quested to lower the hedges so that people could see any approaching traffic. Mr. Fred Morgan seconded. Mr. John Evans: If you widen the Church road entrance it will be a big ex- pense. Mr W. T. Edmunds: I don'u anticipate widening it in my generation. After further discussion it was. de- cided to ask the County Surveyor and the Burry Port Surveyor to meet and re- port to the committee further on the subject. It was also decided to ask the Garden City authorities to lower the I hedge at the corner of Church road.

WANTED, clean, reliable Nursemaid, I about 16. Apply, Mrs. Benjamin, HI. Greenfield Villas, Llanelly. WANTED, an experienced General; no washing; good wages. Apply, Mrs. Benjamin, 19, Greenfield Villas. TO TAILORS-Wanted good Coat and Trouser nnd Vest Hands.—W. and ) E. Jones, Station road. I for kev of small House in O ? Offered for key of smaJI House in  -v 4-J nrnlv neighbourhood no chil- j dren. Apply "Surplus," Star Office.

Town Hall Grounds — .0 — DAMAGED ON SUNDAY EVENINGS. It was reported at the meeting of the Estates Committee last night that incon- sequence of the damage caused in the Town Hall Grounds on Sunday evenings, the playing of the band had been stopped. Mr. P. Rees said he did not agree with stopping the band. Mr. Tom Samuel suggested that the police lie asked to visit the grounds. Mr. F. Rees proposed that notices be put up cautioning people against damage. It was decided to issue warning notices. and allow the Band to continue playing on Sunday evening, and that the band be requested to provide stewards.

THE OLD MARKET. At a meeting of the Estates and Mar- kets Committee last night, the Borough Surveyor reported' that the Terri toria l Association had now put their premises at Old Market in a satisfactory position. Mid asked for a renewal of the lease at ;tr) per annum. Mr. W. Davies suggested that the pre- mises he let to the highest bidder. A icntal of £5 a year was unreasonable. There was also n proposition that the rent be £50. Mr. John Hughes suggested £ 100 per annum. It was decided ti iffer it to the Terri- torial Association at £ 50 per annum.

Baptist Perverts. I 0 TO PAY TRAINING EXPENSES AT I THE COLLEGES. The Rev. Trevor Jones at the annual meeting of the North Wales Baptist College at Bangor on Wednesday called attention to the defection of some of their students to other denominations after passir.g through college, and said such perverts shuld be made to pay all ex- penses incurred on their behalf while at the Baptist College. Principal Morris pointed out that of two perverts one had already re-paid the college expenses and the other was doing so, and the general commit toe had de- cided that in future no student would be accepted unless he signed a legal docu- ment binding hhu to re-pay all college expenses if he left the connexion.

SUCAR FOR JAM. I Supplies of sugar for the domestic- pre- serving of autumn fruits are to be re- leased, applications must he deposited with the retailer between June 30th and July 12th. Applicants are asked to make as ac- curate an estimate as possible of the quantities they expect to use. Where applicants over-estimated the quantity of sugar they were in a position to use for the pI eservation of soft summer fruit. the surplus should be taken into acco-unt.

Yesterday afternoon two youngsters were observed communicating with each other through the patens air brake pipe connecting two railway trucks standing on the railway between the Shovel Works nnd the Victoria Engineering Works. The youngsters were standing at the furthest end of each truck and were full of ecstacies whilst engaged in treating the air-pipe as a telephone by shouting out: "Hello Are you there?' to each other

LOUCHOR BRIDCE. I A deputation of Glamorgan and Car- nlitrtlien County Council paid a visit to inspect Loughor Bridge on Monday, and it was agreed to proceed with the erection of a new structure, 36ft. wide, allowing o ft. paths on either side, subject to ad- vertising for tenders.

I ASTERISKS. » To-morrow ig the anniversary of the opening of Calfar.v. Chapel. < < Silence and bc;u.tifnl pictures is the motto at the Llanelly Cinema. • • Next Wednesday is the anniversary of the death of Sir A rLhlJ r Stepney. < < w The Rev. Gwynne Owen will preach on "Betting and Gambling" to-morrow night. < A fine four-master has attracted a lot of attention and admiration in the North Deck this week. < <* < < The Liberals of the Llanelly division have decided to appoint a full time agent at a salary of £3{O. Two local teaehcrs have been awarded physieal training scholarships at the Harry Summer School. Mr. John Hughes is the Llanelly repre- sentative on the J.s.'ir.t Board of Local Authorities for South Wales. « The Traction Gc. ^e laying a new cable to Burry Port. Dees this foreshadow an J extension of the trr.m service from Pwll ? exten!,io-,i (jf tli4c, ?-ervice from Pwll Mr. D. J. Thomas, formerly manager of the Shell Factory, and more recently at Blaenavon, is returning to Llanelly to join the staff cf the Welsh Tinstamping Co. < A witness at the Police Court on Wed- nesday, in reply to a (solicitor, said that she had the same family now as before the war only "they are five years older now.' And wiser, wo hope. it One of the porters at the Llanelly station is blossoming forth as a wag. A lady passenger atked him from her com- partment "Is it -aining, porter ?" "No mum, water," reply. The New Zcahvad eleven were greatly charmed with the beauties of Stradey Park on Tuesday. They all agreed that a more picturesqo oicket ground did not exist, in this or any < ther country. exist in -h]V, Or .,tlier countrv. Judging by the attendance at the two meetings, love of football is stronger in LlaneIIy than appreciation of our war heroes. The war memorial meeting at- tracted an auciicr.ee of about 200. There were at least three times that number at the football club ■x ting. At a meeting i the LlanelTy Rugby Committee this v.oo.ie it was decided that the price of ■sea<- "1 tickets for season 1919-20 shall be 17s. Field and Stand; Field, 8s. 6(1. C»1,,(:ing tax). A special rppeal is made t; all sportsmen to rally round the new -w.iir.iiitee. it Listen for the cuV Peace will be signed this afternoon, and it has been officially announced that the event will he celebrated by the firing of salutes from naval and military plUS. If the Ger- mans refuse to si^:< we expect the firing will be postponed f r just a short time. The holding of a Babv Show next week recalls the fact th;.t as far back as 1906, the UaneRy Corporation published a valuable report on "The diet and manage- ment of infants." This was written by the late Dr. Roderick and a copy is sent to each house where a birth has occurred. < » Congratulation will be extended to the Rev. Edward Roberts, B.D., son of Mr. and Mrs. David Roberts, Swansea, road, who on Thursday >as invested with tho M.A. degree at Oxford. The rev. gentle- man is pastor oi the Bethel English. Baptist Church at Whitchurch, near Car- diff. « "I strongly object'' sai d, the temper- ance man, "to the custom of christening ships with champagne." "I don't," said the other man, "I think there's a Tem- perance lesson in it. You see, imme- diately after the first bottle of wine tho ship takes to water and sticks to it ever after." < A little boy up TVrfran way asked his mothei one day tnis week what part of the body the trombone was. "No part of the body my dear," was the reply. "But it must be," persisted the youngster, "because it says in the paper that a musician when returning from tho concert, fell down and broke his trom- bone. < o has been a p ?-. Mr. David Wi!Manis who has been ap- pointed chairman (I the Rugby Commit- tee, has been connec ted with the Llanelly Rugby team for over 24 year$, He baii served six years on the committee, and durmg the war was also chairman of Dick Edmunds' team. Speaking to a "Star" representative on Thursday, Mr, Williams was very enthusiastic over the? prospects of the Scarlets for the cominrr season. ry • The memorial stone erected on the Sand- opposite PwlJ, after standing for many years, has at last succumbed to wind, water and weather, and has fallen. This lonely monument was erected Dear the spot where two daughters of Mr. Mansel Rees, and t,heir governess, were drowned. The party of three left the old Cillymnenllwyd to go bathing, and going beyond their depth, were drowned.