Barry Dock News

CELEBRATION OF ST. DAVID'S DAY AT BARRY. The celebration of St. David's Day, in honour of .the Patron Saint of Wales, was observed in the' Barry dis- trict, on Friday last, with old-time keenness and fervent enthusiasm. In the Parish Church of St. Cadoc, Cadoxton, there was early celebration of Holy Communion-probably the first celebration at this old parish church in the Welsh language for at least a cen- tury-when there was a good con- gregation of communicants, and the officiating clergyman was the Rector; the Rev. J. S. Longdon, M.A., R.D., the Chaplain to the Forces in the dis- trict. The offering was on behalf of the Welsh Troops Comforts Fund. At the Schools of the town the ac- customed singing of Welsh patriotic songs, and the performance of Welsh sketches, marked the morning session, and the scholars were addressed by the teachers on the life of St. David and the national significance and impor- tance of the festival, the children manifesting the deepest interest in the proceedings. The performance by the students of two Welsh sketches at the Glamorgan Training College (Women) at Barry, and the rendering of the college song and a suitable patriotic musical pro- gramme, was enjoyed by a numerous attendance of ladies and gentlewn, credit being due to Miss Evans, the Welsh lecturer, for the success which attended this interesting annual patriotic gathering of principal, staff, students and friends of the college. In the evening the customary gathering of Welshpeopie and their friends was held at St. Mary's Hall, Holton-road, under the auspices of Harry Cvmrodorion Society, when two original Welsh dramas, Cadw Noswyl (Rev. R. G. Berry), and Y r Hen Scwlin" (Mr. J. Lloyd Jones), were ably performed by mem- bers of the Society. Al r. T. W. Lewi' the president, occupied the chair.

WITH THE STUDEKTd AT BAHRY TRAINING COLLEGE. As we have already indicated, there was a numerous gathering of ladies and gentlemen at Barry Training Col- lege on the occasion of the annual cele- bration of the Patron Saint of Wales on Friday last, when the programme was rendered in a very creditable man- ner by the lady students, under the direction of Miss Evans, the Welsh lecturer of the College. Miss Raw, M.A., the principal of the Training College, presided. The programme was as follows:- The College Song, Cofia Ddysgu Byw," the Students; pianoforte solo, Miss Janet Evans; Students' Choir, Ymdaith Capten Llwyd," conducted by Miss Flossie Jones; Penillion sing- ing, Miss Flossie Jones; solo, Nant y Mynydd," Miss Blodwen Lloyd: Students' Choir, Y Morwr harp solo, Miss Kate Jones; Students' Choir, Alawon y Bryniau and Hefo Deio i Dywyn solo, Gwlad y Delyn," Miss Margaret Owen; performance of dramatic sketch, Rhys Lewis," the characters being Rhys Lewis," Miss L. A. Davies; Wil Bryan," Miss Dorothy Jones; Thomas Bartley," Miss Aeron wen E" vans; "Barbara," 'To 1-, J U 'I" H h Miss Bessie Jones; Aliss Hug hes, Miss Hannah Jones. Alaw gwerin, Miss Rachel Williams; penillion sing- ing, Miss Kate Morgan. Dramatic sketch, Geraint and Enid," charac- ters, Geraint," Miss Florence Sharpe; "Enid, Miss La1 Rees; Dwarf," Aliss Morfydd Morris; Three Damosels," Misses Morgan, B. Lloyd, C. Llovd. Finale, Hen Wlad fy Nhadau," and God save the Ki.

CYFARFOD GWYL DEWI Y BARRI. E N T H US IA S TIC GATHERING AT ST. MARY'S HALL. Peraidd yw dy hynod hanes, I wresogi serch fy mynwes Tla bo 'ngwaed yn llifo'n gynnes, Caraf Wlad y Gan. The customary Cyfarfod Gwyl Dewi," in connection with Barry Cymrodorion Society, was held on Friday evening last, at St. Mary's Hall, Barry Docks. That the enthu- siasm of the Welsh people of the town still prevailed there could be no doubt. The building was filled to overflow- ing, every available seat being occu- pied. The chair was taken by Mr. T. W. Lewis, president of the Society, who was accorded a welcome recep-' tion. The Chairman having opened the proceedings, Miss Kate Jones delighted the gathering with a sweet rendering of patriotic Welsh songs and airs on the harp, for which she was warmly ap- plauded. Miss Jones also played the accompaniment to the singing of "The Men of Harlech by the gathering, The Chairman addressed the meet- ing with notable eloquence, which had an appealing effect upon the audience. He drew attention to the probable fact that St. David's Day this year was being observed more than it ever had been before, owing to the presence of so many of our soldiers abroad. They were probably more enthusiastic in keeping the occasion than those at home were, owing to their exile. It I behoved the Welsh people at home to make still greater efforts to extend the teaching of Welsh in the schools. In the course of re-construction, know- ledge of two languages would be ofi immense help in the acquisition of other languages. He urged all to help extend the learning of Welsh* (Cheers.) Next came a performance of Cadw Noswyl," one of the works of the Rev. R. G. Berry, dealing with Thomas Morgan, an old veteran, who had fought battles for his country in the Crimea, and was obliged to leave his old cottage home to end his days in the poor-housfe. It was only a month pre- vious to this unhappy circumstance that he had lost his wife, and the con- templation of his leaving the old liearth was breaking his heart. How this pathetic plot was weaved into a highly interesting drama, possessed of human yet humorous incidents, went to make the story all the more in- teresting, and great credit is due to those taking part, who brought out with such appealing force the many striking passages which the work con- tained. The characters were taken with sin- gular success by Mr. D. J. Martin as "Tomos Morgan (yr Hen Filwr); Mrs. A. Jones as Catrin Jones (cym- doges iddo); Mr. Evan Griffiths as jyan Rees (cyfaill iddo gwerthwr glo); and Mr. W. Bryn Davies in the role of Mr. Pritchard," the rel iev- ing officer. The performance of Yr Hen! Scwlin," written ITN7- Mr. J. Lloyd Jones, headmaster of Gladstone-road Boys' School, was a true representa- tion of the transition period between the traditional Welsh school and the board school period. The story com- mences on the day before the annual examination, and the schoolmaster is seen preparing the scholars for the im- portant ordeal that is to come on the following day. The visit of a farmer's wife regarding the progress of her child is very interesting. The next scene shows the visit of H.M. inspec- tor who conducts the examination, while humour is stimulated by the clergyman of the parish, who also visits the school as an old friend of the inspector. The third scene gives the result of the examination, and the novel method of a farmer bringing his I son to school for the first time. The play ends with a whimsical soliloquy on the part,of the schoolmaster, who realises that the days of the old school are passing, and must give place to the time when schools will be in charge of college-trained masters. Mr. D. J. Martin acted Mr. Solo- mon Davies" (yr hen scwlin) with his usual remarkable ability, and his comical dialogue with the scholars caused roars of laughter. Mr. Edward Lewis, in his adopted character of the Rev. Richard Lewis (yr oflfeiriad), also did well; Mr. D. H. Davies, in the role of Mr. Augustus Scoltock," H.M. inspector, conducted himself with an official dignity which was ex- ceedingly amusing. Mr. J. G. Jones took the part of "M r. Thomas Jones, a farmer, perfectly, the rustic dialect being a leading feature; while Mrs. M. Joslin, as Mrs. Mari Williams," a farmer's wife; and Mr. Iorwerth O. Martin, as Mr. David Davies (y postman), both proved excellent 'in their respective capacities. Votes of thanks were passed to Mr. J. Lloyd Jones, the author of Yr Hen Scwlin Mr. D. J. Martin for training the children; Miss Kate Jones, and all others who took part; i "and the singing of the Welsh National Anthem marked the conclusion of a .most interesting and enthusiastic gathering, the arrangements for which were admirably carried out bv Mr. I Griffith R. Jones, secretary of the Society, and Mr. W. Lewis, assistant I secretary.

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'U_ MR. BEN TILLETT, M.P. TO ADDRESS MASS MEETING AT BARRY DOCKS NEXT SUNDAY. A mass meeting of all sections of the Dockers' Union and others will be held at the Theatre Royal, Barry, on Sunday next, at 2.30, when the question of food rationing, etc., will be dealt with. Councillor E. Walton will preside, and speeches will be de- livered by Mr. Ben Tillett. M.P., the general secretary; Mr. D. Millford, chairman of the executive council Messrs. J. Donovan and W. H. Rooney, secretaries of the Cardiff Distrier; and other well known trade unionists.

I BARRY FOOD CONTROL COM- MITTEE. I ———————— I APPLICA TION TO REDUCE j 11 THE PRICE OF POTATOES. I The vagaries of the food question were agairf fully discussed at a well- attended meeting of Barry Food Con- trol Committee on Friday evening last. The Chairman, Mr. J. E. Levers, J.P., presided, members also present being Messrs. J. Marshall, Howell Williams, E. C. Gough, E. G. Dob- son, W. Fowler, J. Channing, Mrs. Cheeke and Mrs. Taylor. Mr. Channing asked what provision was being made for the supply of meat to soldiers who were entitled to half a pound per'diem. They could only ob- tain half a pound a week while they were on leave. The Chairman The butchers are only getting what they are allowed. Mr. Howell Williams read an ex- tract from the Order which stated that soldiers were entitled to eight ounces per day. Mr. Marshall That applies to London and the Home Counties. Mr. Williams It does not say so. The Executive Officer (Mr. T. B. TordolT) slated that the butcher re- ceived authority that the soldier was to be treated as a member of the house- hold for meat purposes. He simply added the soldier to his meat register. The only difficulty was the point Mr. Williams had mentioned. The eight ounce per diem applied only to Lon- don and the Home Counties, which was the scheme that would probably  be introduced throughout the kin?- dom. When that scheme was adopted, provision would probably be made. l'h F d Offi r T J The Food Officer, "r. T. L. S?ic- kett, reported that since the previous meeting the total amount of meat dis- tributed was 9,288 lbs. In consequence of a report that the manager of a local shop had been sell- ing cheese short" weight, the Commit- tee decided to institute a prosecution. The Executive Officer said that Barry's quota of margarine amounted I to 1 ton 3 cwt. 31 lb., which was -vk-holly* inadequate. He had communi- cated with the Divisional Commis- sioner on the maHer, and the latter had replied that he was giving atten- tion to the matter. It was resolved to write the Minis- try of Food asking them to reduce the price of potatoes to the general public, as well as to bakers, and also pointing out that many large families would use potatoes for practically every meal. The Committee also felt that unless, the potatoes were used up thev would go bad. I he Ministry of Food wrote stating that all caterers' authorities for s 11 par supplies should be reviewed, except Y.M.C.A. canteens and the like. All authorities for caterers supplying tea only were to be withdrawn. The Divisional Commissioner wrote stating that it had been decided to in- stitute a compulsory rationing scheme for meat on the basis of the London scheme, which would operate on March 25. The Commissioner asked whether the Committee would require fresh meat cards, but it was felt that this would be unnecessary.

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DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZES AT IIOLTON-ROAD BAPTIST SUNDAY SCHOOL. The annual distribution of prizes to the scholars of Holton-road Baptist Sunday School took place on Sunday afternoon last, in the presence of a large congregation of parents and friends. The prizes were distributed by Mrs. Blackmore and Mrs. Camble, and a goodly number of young scholars were happy recipients. The President of the Sunday School, the Rev. M. W. Mollin, the pastor, occu- pied the chair, and delivered an en- couraging and inspiring address to the children, which was greatly appre- ciated. —

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j BARRY FINANCE COMMITTEE. I cot> L'S CONTRIBUTION I TOWARDS SUBMARINE GI r TO THE NATION. At the monthly meeting of Barry, Finance Committee on Thursday last, there were present, Mr. J. E. Levers, J.P. (presiding), Messrs. D. Lloyd, J. Felix Williams, C. B. Grif- fiths, E. Walton, G. Coles, and W. Beck. Mr. J. Jenkins, superintendent col- lector, reported that the rate collec- tions for the month amounted to ;26,300. The question of celebrating St. George's Day in the schools was re- ferred to the Education Committee. It was notified that -the local elec- tions had been postponed for another year. Barry Billposting Co. having asked for reduction of rent of station held from the Council, it was agreed to make a reduction of from £ 15 to £ 10. Several applications for increase of sabry were received. Miss Gibby, i typist. clerk, now receiving 35/- per week and 13/- war bonus, was granted 5/-per week increase during the abnormal pressure of work, re- newable or otherwise at the end of twelve months. W. J. Alexander, a junior clerk, now receiving 20/- and 5/3 bonus, was also given an increase of 5/ G. M. Evans, telephone operator, now receiving 10/- and 5/3 bonus, was granted increase of 2/6. Miss Lloyd, Rates Department, now getting 22/6 and 13/- war bonus, was granted 5/- weekly increase. The question of investing money in war bonds during the present cam- paign was considered, and the Ac- countant (Mr. C. B. Brown), said the Council would probably be able to in- vest about £ 4,000.

BARRY OFFICER FINED £ 150 FOR FALSE INFORMATION. I Richard Frederick Albrecht was at Liverpool on Saturday last fined J5150, or six months' imprisonment, for making false statements to the aliens ofifcer and the police at Barry, and with making a false entry in the hotel register. He was second officer on an American ship, paid off at Barry, and r arrived at Liverpool for repatriation as passenger to the United States. He first said he was born in Holland, but afterwards admitted that he was of German birth. ■»

EXJOYABLE CINDERELLA AT ST. MARY'S HALL, BARRY DOCKS. The Cinderella Dance held at St. Mary's Hall, Barry Docks, on Mon- day last, was thoroughly enjoved by the large number present. Mr. A. J. HopgBOd, the popular conductor of the Barry Red Cross Band, which played appropriate music, proved a capable master of ceremonies. The proceeds will be devoted to providing comforts for members of the Band now serving with the Colours. 1 >

GOLDEN BUTTERFLIES CONCERT AT LLANTWTT MAJOR. J he "Golden Butterflies will give a concert at Llantwit Alajor on Wednesday evening next, proceeds. in aid of St. Dunstan's Hostel for soldiers and sailors blinded in the war. A pleasant and successful evening is assured. Reserved seats, ,4/ second seats 2/ admission If-.