Llanelly Star

 I"' '7,1..) c .Paola -46.4"  y" If?i T? ?'—? '? ?!' Mr. WORRELL Decides to extend his Vid.? to LLANELLY for Another Week. London EYESIGHT EXPERT to remain at the PARISH HALL-, CHURCH STREET, LLANELLY, the whole of next week. There is ,simply no other way out of it <.hort of disappointing hundreds of people who need my services. When, after working at high pressure until late every night, I find a long and ever-increasing list of people waiting to have their ces tested free of charge, .1 feel that the time I intended to devote to Llanc liy is entirely inadequate, and a considerable extension of my visit is essen- tial. And so I have decided to remain another week at the Parish Hall,Llanelly. My offer cf free advice remains exactly as hitherto. I shall continue to test the eyesight of all who seek my assistance, and the optical staff v will remain to supply the lenses required at the same low charges as have been so successful up to now. It is not to be wondered at that the remarkable value these lenses offer is being appreciated by the people of Llanelly. They are beautifully made, each lens being ground from specially prepare.1 colourless crown crystal, finished on the latest scientific principles, and guaranteed absolutely correct by the recog- nised standard of measurement. The average cost of these lenses is 3s. only. Of course, in astigmatic and special cases a small extra charge may be necessary. I have net the slightest hesitation in saying that they represent a record value in eye-glasses. As is well known, the more extensive- the business, the less the cost of production, the lower one can bring down the price with the same margin of profit. My staff are able. to turn out lenses at remarkably low charges—the same lev,- charges which have made them .so well known throughout the United Kingdom. In quality and workmanship these glasses are all that could be de- aired, and bear the stamp of London Professional skill. accuracy AND efficiency. One of the exceptional features of my visit to LlaneJIy is my special method of testing the eyesight, and the scientific principles under which I work. The system I have adopted for sight-testing may be considered the most advanced method yet discovered, and the one whi>h is universally admitted by leading eye specialists to be the most accurate. Then, of course, I have the advantage of having at my command the latest scientific sight-testing apparatus of every kind. Some of these are very costly instruments, but they are practically essential if an accurate test is to he ensured. As I have stated in my former, announcements, I have behind me one of the largest and most completely equipped optical establishments in the world, and this fact, in addition perhaps to my long experience of sight-testing, naturally enables me to ensure an accuracy and a correctness which would otherwise be impossible. No greater proof of the genuineness and efficiency of the work I am doing can be afforded than the fact that each of my clients receives with his or her glasses a ten years' guarantee. This guarantee carries with it the right to have the eyesight re-tested free of charge, either on my subsequent visits to Llanelly, or at any time at my head establishment in London. Any changes found necessary to the existing lenses will then be made free of charge. I am actuated solely by a desire to hel-) tlicse who need my services, and who are unable to afford the high fees generally charged, Anyone who has not yet consulted me, and whose eyes are in any way troublesome, is invited to take ad- vantage of the extension of my visit, and come at once and consult me free of all charge. I will examine each individual case thoroughly and carefully, and will give the best and soundest advice. If glasses are not necessary for them, I will frankly say so. If glasses arc needed, I will prescribe for them exactly what kind and what strength will suit them best. Even if you think your eyes are all right, come and see me and make sure of it. A consultation will cost you nothing, and will commit you to nothing. Take this unique opportunity of learning exactly how things are with your eyesight. My consulting rooms arc at the PARISH HALL, LLANELLY. and my hours cf consultation are from 10 to 1 in the morning, and from 2 to 8 in the afternoon. Special appointments ran be made. The Last Day you will be able to consult MR. WORRELL Will be Sativrday, July 12th; IS19 at the THE PARISH HALL, LLANELLY T— II muTrri'T^PTi IWIHIT*-x^«3iMaPMgaaBaz^iiiIIIIIIBB — i im f ,ilh'i' "I:¡C'(- S VICTORY LOAN. THE DIRECTORS OF l. I THE DiRECTORS OF I, LLOYS BAK LIMITD ? • have p!casure In nnounclng that, as in the case I of former War Loans, they are prepared to make ? a dvices for the purpose of subscribing to the I I í;Ui\DïI4G LOAN & VICTORY BONDS IL not only to tha Bank's own customers but also to I members of the public generally who have no ban?d?g accounts elsewhere. Application may be L made to any Branch of the Bank. By rg xs&. iimw limn' —i^——i—i— DON'T MISS THIS SALE. D 0 r.t!J Misses M., & E. DAViD Have bought from the Y.M.C.A. authorities, a HUGE Surplus STOCK (intended for use overseas, but not now required owing to the Armistice). This is now offered to the public of Llanelly at UNHEARD-OF PRICES Wonderful Bargains in j BLANKETS, BLEACHED SHEETS, HUCKABACK TOW E S (All Linen), j BLEACHED BATH TOWELS, PILLOW SLIPS, WHITE AND COLOURED i QUILTS, etc., etc. Ladies' and Children's HATS, to be cleared at less than half-price. ,50 dozen Ladies' Black Artificial Silk STOCKINGS to be cleared at 2/llf. Usual Price 4/11. Note the address: STEPNEY ST., Llanelly, T T SA \,E MOW -?%,j T 1("1 j ,:<: '1 .4.1 ,6'( A"I" .?. ,t.. B b î ""0 Baby. Carriages) IIIWIIII III—hiiimiih hi i' ininnniiaiiiiii ) WE HOLD THE LARGEST STOCK IN j WEST WALES. Reliable Quality Only <1' Wi! PsMjgp :,J p, J. i "J(.1i \\i!1 FURNITURE MANUFACTURERS. Phozie 273 "UÇ.¡u:_kiltil.a,z,

I A PU3LIG DANGER. I WE would draw the serious attention of the Corporation to tho present condition of what is politely known as the "river" Lliedi. It is a great draw- back to Llanelly that this filthy gutter— for it is nothing else-is allowed to pol- lute the very centre of the town. Even in winter, when there is a stream of water flowing through, the Lliedi is an eyesore, but at this season of the year. it is that and more. During the last few weeks the stench from Falcon Bridge to the lower end of Stepney street has been terrible and the wonder is that the Unfortunate ratepayers who live in the vicinity have not been stricken with .typhoid fever. Apart from the danger to public health, we would suggest that I the time has come for effecting a great I town improvement by covering over the river and thus providing a new thorough- fare. This would not only relieve the chronic congestion in Stepney street, but also add enormously to the appearance of the centre of the town. Plenty of width would be thus reclaimed for a new read from Town Hall Square as far as the Falcon Bridge. If we are not mis- tn ken the Borough Surveyor has a scheme of this kind in the pigeon-holes of his office. We respectfully suggest that it should be brought to light again and laid before the Corporation without delay. CONGESTION AT THE PORTS. I COMPLAINTS are growing in volume of congestion in most of the ports around our coasts. Thousands of tons of shipping, we are tqld, are kept idle because of the lack of discharging and loading facilities. One of the chief I causes of this state of things is the action of the Government who, during the war, concentrated traffic in the few great I ports to the comparative neglect of small ports like Llanelly and Burry Port. Many of the coasting vessels which used < to trade here are now at the bottom of the sea. Naturally the coasting trade could not flourish in the face of the sub- j marine peril. Another important factor which has militated against the smaller ports is the policy of sending' a great { volume of traffic by railway which used to he carried at a much cheaper rate by coasting vessels. There was good reason for this when the German pirates were infesting the channel, but now, surely, greater use should be made of ports like Llanelly where excellent facilities are available for handling cargoes expedi- tiously. If this were done, the pressure j on the railways would be immensely re- lieved. Whatever may be the condition of things in the great ports, there is no congestion at the Llanelly Docks (we wish there were). Perhaps the Harbour Trust could do something to bring to the notice of the authorities what the North Dock could do, given the opportunity, in j the way of dealing promptly with trffic. DIRECT ACTION. I i THE resolution passed by the Labour conference at Southport in favour Of "direct" action on political questions is nothing short of revolutionary. It opens up grave possibilities and if acted upon, will endanger the whole fabric of constitutional Government. The vote by which the resolution was passed was pretty decisive, but it may be doubted whether it has behind it a majority of the rank and file in the country. We rather believe that as a whole, Labour will range itself along with Mr. Clynes who made a solemn protest against the use of the strike weapon in political con- troversy. Whatever may be the short- comings of the present Parliament, it owes its existence to the voters of the people and its authority can never be abrogated by the fiat of the Triple Alliance or any other section of the com- munity. To hold up the nation by the threat of a national strike, becanse-Par- liament will not pursue this or that course of action will bring clernocratic government to an end in this country. In fact, this resolution is nothing but a deadly hlllw against democracy. As Mr. CI' nes vo,;v truly said—"It will do greater and more permanent harm to the true interests of the working ch^s than to + hose of any other class."

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Betting and Gam:> ing Bl. t t?,ng and Gam4"1 )i lpg REV, GWYNNE OWEN'S INDICTMENT. I "No one who knows me," said the Rev. Gwynne Owen at Greenfield Church on Sunday night, "will accuse me of be- ing narrow-minded or that I am likely to denounce anything on the grounds of mere prej udice. If therefore 1 raise my voice this evening against betting and gambling you may bo sure that I feel there is urgent necessity for doing .so." These were the opening remarks in a sermon against Betting and Gambling iJcli made a deep impression on a crowded congregation. The rev. gentle- man said that the craze for betting had spread like an epidemic during the last few years. "Sly first objection," he continued "is on the broad grounds that betting uid gambling inflicts serious injury on all forms of spcrt and recreation where the evil creeps in. Cricket, football. billiards, all become infected with cor- ruption and lose all their genuine in- terest as soon as betting begins, because you can never be sure whether the best side or the best man wins. The same applies to horse-racing. There is no harm in racing itself; all this is due to the betting influence. It is a pity that wholesome recrcation and honest sport must be sacrificed be- cause a gang of bloodsuckers are cut for gain, and a bigger crowd of victims allow themselves to be duped. In the second place, I protest against i". in the interest of the victims, and here again I take my stand first of all oil the lowest ground-—money. It is very easy to send Is. or £ 1 or £ 100 to a bookmaker and receive perhaps a hund- red times the amount back again almost by return of post. Very simple. Yes, and so are you if you do it. Where do you think this money comes from ? From the bookmaker ? Not likely. He From t"r?e boo l-,? iia k er takes jolly good care not to be a loser. It comes from the pockets of a hundred other betters,—or mere-who have lost, and next time you may be amongst them. Betting and gambling lead to crime more than anything else, except drink- ing. I have heard that after the Epsom and other races, there were always a number of young postmen a waiting trial for having stolen contents of envelopes to pay their betting debts. Not all who fall victims are sent to prison. Some "void shame by committing suicide. At one time gambling was more or less con fined to the wealthy classes, but that is not the case to-day, as it has spread all over the land like a plague—from the petty "pitch-and-toss" to the game of "bridge" in mansions, etc. I do not say that the gambling fever is more acute to-day than 150 years ago, but cer- tainly it is more widespread. Can anything be done to put a check to the craze ? Most decidedly. (1) Keep yourself clear of it; (2) Help to form public opinion. This has achieved great results in dealing with drunkenness. Why cannot the same thing be done in regard to betting and gambling. I have appealed to you this evening on several grounds of common-sense, and, tc put it plainly, I say, don't be such v o- fools as to bet, as you are a sure loser in the long run. My second appeal is on the grounds of conscience. If you won and kept on winning you would be rob- bing somebody else. And my third ap- peal is on the grounds of your higher duty to God, and your fellow-men, to check an evil which is so fruitful in producing crme."

Free Dental Treatment -p#- ??\ ii L -?  &' -? TO demonstrate and prove that what i ei&im is an absolute fact, I will extract TEfcTH FREE. I claim Absolute- ly Painless Extraction of Teeth, by the very latest and most ilP-to-date method. Think of this, you, who are martyrs to Dental Troubles and lack the so-called nerve, can have this treatment FREE either at our own boost1 (if you send a postcard) or at my Surgery (9 to 10 a.m. and 4 to the meaning and reason of this off'>r- dimply to CON- VINCE YOU that n. tractions ARE PAiNT,ESS. Misfitting u;cth of any make remade to fit.-All J ntnehes of English and American denti tr Repairs.—New Teeth from 39/6.—Ai- rk guaranteed. —Terms snd prices to it all. Note and IV t Address:— G. CUFFOr HON i J ?.. i t _¡j)' > t (Late of 4, Road), DENTAL HY, "HAFCD," 11, AD, Llanelly. • • in ir—iimn TONIC FOR T ::t Y FEET. Li X*. JJ 49 irr>A-r OCR,  ?p? P.S. "'11; /tc., ,.¡ham). I • ANULL*

Municipal Notes. —.— -— I Joint Wages Board. The Corporation have appointed as their representatives on the Joint Wages Board of Local Authorities for South Wales, Ald. Herbert Rees and Coun. John Hughes. Eovv, wow Regulations have been made in an I Order of the Board of Agriculture, for the control of dogs between the hours of I sunset and sunrise. This has now been I sealed by the Corporation. 0r»7ss Flznit:; C'ntecf. I The Pare Howard Committee have had be; :Ù\e;tVteca'e,, I' Wales Assciation that they organize a Brass Band contest to take place in I August or September. It was decided to-act upon the request, a suitable date I to be arranged by the Town Clerk and the Association sccrctary. Park Superintendent. I The Committee recommend that the I salary of Mr. Hill, park superintendent, i/O increased to mSo, including war I bonus, but plus house, coal and gas. I Road Board Grant. I The County Council have apportioned sum not exceeding L-3,500 as Llanelly's snare of the Road Board's grant for the coming year. The Roads Committee, though dis—satisfied with the amount allocated to them, have decided that the sum be accepted and that the- question of applying for a supplementary grant be considered later on. Public Library. I The application by the Librarian for an increase of salary has been considered by the Library Committee who recom- mend an increase to £ 180 plus the 10 per cent, war bonus. Mr. Wm. David, I J.P., has been appointed chairman of I this committee. A Public Improvement. I A plan submitted by Allsopps for the improvement of the York Hotel corner has been approved by the Roads Com- mittee. The committee are of opinion that the settng back of the premises in Stepney street and Town Hall Square would be a decided improvement from a roads point of view. They also recom- mend that the Stepney Estate be ap- proached with a view to the freehold of the additional street area at the corner being dedicated to the public. The Brewery Purchase. I In connection with the purchase of Bythway's Brewery by Messrs. Richard Thomas and Co. for conversion into a gymnastic centre, the Estates Committee have discussed the proposed sale of the area of land which had been reserved on this site for the construction of a road- way. The committee are of opinion that it would not. be advisable to dispose of this, and the Surveyor has been asked to report upon a suggested extension of Marsh street in this direction.'

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 4. 1 11 tb '? -I That the mysterious disappearance of a iady's bag iroiu a stile near Pwll last Sunday evening, lumost landed a village couple into trouble. That they alone had passed the stile, .) et they denied having seen the bag. That subsequently, however, the owner found it upon a hedge 30 yards away. That one of the big-monied workers at a local steelworks recently stolidly re- i.:scd to buy a sixpenny benefit ticket tor the aoSi.ji.a.icj1 cf a icrmer friend. That he erifcrged upon the gloomy out- look of the trade to such a degree that tiie vendors left him ill disgust. That two well-known flappers were very prominent strolling up and down Stepney ,street on Tuesday morning. That one of the maidens was minus her favourite "toiiry-o-shanter." That the present generation, says a famous preacher, is driving our race to- wards the cemetery. That wo are sure it is quite uncon- scious of being engaged in such a sinister form of "undertaking." That a Lakcficld Couple have hit. upon a most novel way of exchanging love messages. That they have composed a code with which they convey their various epithets. That a certain young "fop" visited a lecal revue entertainment no less than si x times last week. That each evening lie hired a taxi to take him home, a distance cf about two hundred yards. That he is strongly advised to give up such luxuries as "taxies and revue artistes" as hk conduct is being dis- cussed with contempt by all his friends. T b i 'l-I the c. That tho manbcr cf lady bathers this year is less than ever. That evidently the young maidens are not sc anxious to be in the swim. That the rupture of a local engagement was due to some slanderous statements that were put into circulation by a local gentleman (?) That those who happen to be present when the two gentlemen concerned meet, will no doubt witness a few rounds of the "noble art." That he who invented these malicious statements has so far succeeded in elud- ing the young man—bui. when they do mclet ? That Peace fireworks are on sale in the town now. That we trust tho police will see that these are only used in the proper direc- tion—pro bono publico. That people don't want. "Peace cele- brations every evening outside their home by some mischievous youths. That a clique of young men who al- ways make their presence felt wherever they go, have experimented the prin- ciples of "Socialism" this week. That on Tuesday all the "pelf" which each possessed was "pooled." That the result has been favourable to one, but disastrous to all the others. That a steelworker has recently taken a fancy to his running prowess. That he has issued a challenge to run one of his co-workers, twice round People's Park. That up to the present moment the challenge has not been accepted. That a quiet (?) little card party held last Sunday afternoon had most disas- trous results on the "funds" of a few of the members. That they have sworn that in future they will attend Sunday School, as it is the wiser and cheaper plan-and so say all of us. That a Burry Port Councillor has undertaken to provide butter for nearly two thousand children at the coming peace celebration feast. That a wag informs us that it takes him all his time to obtain two ounces a week That a flippant young lady has had some thrilling trips on the back of a motor cycle lately. That her ma' has taken strong steps to restrain the young maiden's daring.

Sporthg C !p %I'I.l; PI)rting p I LlzneHy v. Briton Ferry Steelworks. Llanelly journeyed to Briton Ferry on Saturday to play the return match with the Steelworkers. As will be remcm- bered, when the Steelworks were visitors to Stradey a keen, interesting game wast witnessed, the result being in a drar., which, it must be admitted, was decidCft. ly in favour of the visiting tem. Llanelly were handicapped by the ai sonce of Percy Recs and Cli:7 Bowei Yendell was again in the to m, and a pEC8 was also found for II. Bowen, who hai's from Gloucestershire. 1 e had on the previous Saturday rendered a very go d account of himself for the Seconds against the Steelworks' 2nds. The Ferry took first knock-, and Tom- iinscn and Yehb were soon busy, treat- ing the bowling of Dai D: vies and Martin Davies with easy confidence. The partnership was not severed until GO had been scored, when Mnrtiu Davies clem beat Tomlinson. Bates was the next comer, setting to work in lively fashion and lifting M. Davies for 6. Webb did not remain long with. Bates, being "caught and bowled" by Dai Davies. Cooper did not last long, being caught off a delivery from H. Paten, who had relieved Martin Davies. On W. Thomas, the cantai joining Bates, the sccre was carripd to 150 be- fore a separation was effected. Bates be- ing caught at point off Dai Davies, having hit up 55, which included one 6 and ten 4's. Davies, in the srme over, dismissed two more batsmen, narrowly missing the "hat-trick." The score now ,steod at 159 for 6 wickets, and on Thomas being joined by Lewis, another stand was made, with the res-dt that the home men declared at 226 for 0. A hopeiess task. Llanelly were thus faced wnh the al- most impossible task of obtaining 227 runs with barely an hour and a quarter i'l which to hat. H. E. Jones and W. Davids opened Llanelly's innings, opposing Cooper and Tomlinson. The latter did not meet with much success, 32 runs bein-r hit off him in three overs. Jones was dismissed first. Cooper heating him in 1 is third over. W." P. Williams, n^t man in, assisted Davies to carry tho sr. r« to 35 before being caught by Bates off Cooper. H. E. John mado a stubborn stand, and runs began to come a litt'o quicker. Will Davies was not dismiss rntil he had contributed a praiseworthy 31. Dr. Gwyn Thomas now partnered John, and both batsmen, so to speih, the bowling by the scruff of the neck," treating the fielders to a rare bit of leather hunting. Dr. Thomas collected ti4 in rapid style, hitting eV-en 4's. Time arrived with Martin TVa is and Hubert John together. T]~vk-!1v had compiled a total of 158 for tk, loss of six wickets, this game agaia thus end- ing in a draw. COMMENTS. As the scores indicate, the rame was exceedingly well contested and even., and the Llanelly men are again to be com- mended for their good performance against this foi-mida ble eleven. AN ith the exception of the urofossionalsj" and the skipper, W. Thomas, the Ferry team was made light work of by the Llanelly bowlers. Bates and Webb ob- tained their share of the rrns in their usual polished manner. Or young bowlers should not be discouraged by failing to dismiss these men cheaply, they being of first-class repute. The ex- perience gained by bowling against such veterans will doubtless be fomd invalu- able later on Dr Gwyn Thomas -ig-,I clearly demonstrated that he is n tower of strength to the team. This is the third successive occasion on which this attrac- tive batsman has exceeded tho half- century. Hubert John played his best and most productive innings of the season, and was second top-soorer, with 38 not out to his credit. In the bowling line, Dai Davies was seen to best .advantage, taking four for 91. He bowled consistently well, but it. was another instance of overworking a player. One really fails to see why Hubert John, with his valuable ex- perience, does not put himself on. Bowl- ing is the weakest spot in the Llanelly team, and until this defect is remedied, they cannot expect to be successful against big teams. Fred Williams did not have much work to do, bowling only three overs. Martin Davies averaged, three for 68. Seconds v. Pontardulais. The Seconds on Saturday were out to avenge the defeat sustained a few weeks ago at the hands of Pontardulais. Jere Griffiths paved the way for a big score, compiling a well-made 37, and Jack Richards, although rather slow, showed his best form in 40. "Jack" is, without a doubt, the best improved player of the team. "Jimmy," his brother, who played for the first time, justified his inclusion in the team by carrying out his hat for 12, but was not able to bave a partner to keep up hia wicket with him. Oliff Morgan, another youngster, also making his detyut, ap- peared to be going strong, when he let himself be beaten by a slow ball. Hia 13 wa.s made by three 4's and a single. The soore eventually reached 152. The bowling strength of the team was made more effective by the inclusion of Tom Phillips, who was mainly responsible for the downfall of the visitors, they reply- ing with a. total of 116. Phillips cap- tured 5 wickets for 42, and Griff Rowa. was successful in taking 3 for 28.