The Brecon County Times Neath Gazette and General Advertiser for the Counties of Brecon Carmarthen Radnor Monmouth Glamorgan Cardigan Montgomery Hereford

HAY URBAN COUNCIL. i ■ Th J)- monthly meeting of the Hay Urban t. ct Council was held on Monday evening ^resent Councillors T. E. James Q^Qian), T. J. Stokoe, J. Morgan, E. C?e' and E- Boucher, with Mr. H. Gilby ^yor) and Mr. R. T. Griffiths (clerk). HATE ASSESSMENT REFORM. 80' Stok6e said he was glad to hear that thIng was being done in the way of pre- a new assessment of the town. He r«j] that at last every ratepayer would be tr3 upon to pay his proper quota to the jjj 11 rates, as the present rating was unfair, ^aving to pay far more than was really tij- r°ffl them, while others did not pay any- ^8 like their share. There were many culous anomalies in the town. si e Council heartily concurred with Mr. °e's remarks. THE HOUSING QUESTION. circular letter was read from the Local Board in regard to plans of i?ngs- th t ^or»an thought this was a question i should not be shelved it would have to aced after the war. "lr- Boucher said the working man would something better than what existed at the j^Ut time. Was stated that the Government had ^ei"ed very favourable terms, but the Council A burdened already with heavy debt. M1"- Stokoe said houses would be wanted a 611 men came from the Front, and he thought ^c°iHixiittee should be formed to consider the ?^iug question. Chairman suggested that the matter be pat on the agenda for the next meet- and it was so decided WORKMEN'S WAGES INCREASED. CO An increase of 3s. was granted to each of the i2?cil's workmen. he Inspector reported that the slaughter 1:1) 8 and bakehouses were in a satisfactory J^tion. he having visited them during the St month.' 1 WATER SUPPLY. The Surveyor reported having gauged the supply at the beginning of the month, as Llangwathan 28,800 gallons, New ga!6st 17,280 gallons, Hay Common 57,GOO i^s, total 103,680 gallons in 24 hours. thP e Surveyor suggested an alteration in v*' ^linage of the road at the top of Caer- w r Path, near Mr. E. Baker's, and it was ao. ILLNESS OF A COUNCILLOR. Chairman said that Councillor Power Seriously ill, and he proposed that the convey to him an expression of sym- k George seconded and remarked that the (• Pledge that he had the sympathy of the I (j would help Mr. Powell to bear his '^ering- ilr. Stokoe. Mr. E. Boucher, Mr J. Morgan the Clerk also spoke in support. j Lilwall wrote asking for a fee of 5s. fid. the Council's horse to graze in his field and agreed to pay it. application was received from Mr. W. T\v for permission to carry a wire over the NTS* purpose of supplying the Office with electric light, and was granted.

Confidence in Right. ——— Wat over-reaching Supermen were they oioved America to join the fray The pack of wolves that would dovour the world W>l)Sed the world to end their brutal sway. at shall avail them ? Not their crimes abhorred, ot poison, pestilence or martial power K For duly comes the inevitable hour Justice, long delayed, with fateful sword k aU smite amain these ravening beasts of prey. e tide that ebbed from Mons flowed btcek TIle until le ^larne beheld a miracle of skill £ Verdun proved valour thrice victorious, fen exhausted by the patriot will. °u%. devoted men brave hell and death In air, on sea and land huge sacrifice ji. Of valiant souls, content to pay the price heroes must. O, we of little faith, *^t miracles we saw and doubted still to may reign in long dynastic line, mortal yet it has no life divine Its wages still are death its vaunted ways all to nether hell in sure decline, 1't Ilight accords with all the universe k It lives and thrives its throbbing heart beats time Wi$rheaven and earth, in truth and faith Its sublime 11 above all force and will perverse, 'cible, Eternal Lord, is Thine. T. R. Pinunns. lst June, 1918.

LLANGORSE HONOURS ANOTHER SOLDIER. On Thursday, May 23rd, Llangorse parish- ioners again assembled to honour Sapper A. G. James, R.E., Fronwen (late Tyclay), and to present him with a token in recognition of the considerable sacrifice he has made while serving his country on the Western Front. Sapper James joined up two years ago and has had some thrilling experiences and narrow escapes while doing service in the R.E. He unfor- tunately received severe injuries, which necessitated the amputation of one of his legs. Recently he was transferred from Bath to Penoyre Red Cross Hospital, Brecon, where he has progressed so well as to be able to come to Llangorse for occasional visits. In this instance thanks are due to Miss Jones, Tredurn, for kindly volunteering to motor Sapper James back to Penoyre from the last train to Brecon, thus giving him the opportunity to attend the presentation gathering. There was a good attendance, despite the inclement weather. The Rev. J. Marsden Jones presided in his usual able manner. He said they had met seven times since Christmas to honour local soldiers, as they came home on leave, with tokens of their appreciation of the services they were rendering their country. Sapper James well deserved recognition in a "^substantial manner for the loss he had sustained in action. He would always bear his own personal mark of what he had 'done to help to protect his Country, King, and Home. Mrs Thomas, Bank House, presented the gift on behalf of the parishioners. Sapper James was the recipient of a useful silver- mounted staff, bearing the inscription :— From the parishioners of Llangorse to Sapper A. G. James, R.E." On rising to respond he had a very hearty reception. He thanked the parishioners very much for their appreciation of his little bit." Mr T. C. Thomas also gave a very interesting speech on his behalf. He rather considered that Sapper James had done his best." He would like to see the much-worn little phrase of doing one's bit discarded altogether, because he felt everyone went out to do their best. At any rate Sapper James had made a big sacrifice and he hoped that successful artificial means would compensate him as far as possible. It was also ,up to the farmers to help him along the road whenever they had the opportunity. He thought it would not be a 'bad idea to give him an extra treat by way of a joy ride to the station that evening. Acting on the impulse Mr Thomas took his hat round and although everyone was taken by surprise a substantial amount was realised, which would give the hero a splendid treat in smokes as well. This little incident added a great deal to the pleasure of the evening. The following items of entertainment also helped to make the evening an enjoyable one —Gramophone selections, by permission of Mr W. Williams, Tyllyn pianoforte duet, Mrs Clement Thomas and Miss Price, Fairview songs and solos, Mrs Clement Thomas, Miss L. Joyce, Llanfihangel, Mr T. Jenkins, Mr T. C. Thomas, Bank House, and Master Leslie Powell, Llanfihangel recitations, Miss Xelly James and Mr T. C. Thomas. Mr J. C. Powell, Crickie, proposed a hearty vote of thanks.to the Chairman. He said he assumed that would be the last occasion on which Mr Marsden Jones would preside at those meetings, as he was shortly leaving the neighbourhood, and he thanked him very much for the able manner in which he had carried out his duties as chairman at all the past gatherings. He also included in his vote of thanks Mrs Thomas, for kindly presenting the gifts again oil behalf of the parishioners, and to Miss Charlotte Williams for her usual duties as hon. sec. Mr E. R. Jones, Tvmawr, seconded the votes of thanks and endorsed all Mr J. C. Powell had said, and Mr T. Jenkins also spoke. Miss Williams, Tylljii, acted as accompanist, assisted by Miss M. Price, Castle Shop.

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Comrades of the Great War. Ms Fred James presided over a large attend- ance of members of the Brecon Post at the monthly meeting held at the Church House on Saturday evening last. The Captain of the Post, Col. Stuart Morgan, apologised through the Secretary for his inability to attend. Mi W. H. Jones Parry, manager National Pro ( viilcial Bank, Brecon, was elected treasurer, ftne Mr George Keighly, public auditor, Brecon, wa.. invited to become auditor. Church House wa. selected as headquarters. Several new member were enrolled and the artistic card of comrade ship issued by Central Headquarters was di, tributed. Headquarters progress reports dealii with questions relating tolpensions, gratuities, er ployment and organisation were considered an discussed. Arrangements were made for takin up individual cases of members whose militar pay was in arrear with a view of obtaining settlement of credit balances, and of securii gratuities or pensions for men who have serve overseas and received nothing beyond thei pay. The position of discharged, disabled and time-expired soldiers was explained in communication from London, and many matters affecting the interests of Comrades were gone through in detail by the Secretary. j

PENOYRE RED CROSS HOSPITAL. To the Editor of the COUNTY TnlEH. Sir,—We offer most grateful thanks to all the following kind friends for gifts:—Col- lected by Miss Best, May 24th, 20 eggs and parsley, May 30th A lb. butter, 12 eggs, rhubarb and 12 spring cabbages Miss Price, New- march street, vegetables 1 hamper, Mrs Garnons Williams 1 hamper Miss A. deWinton 2 hampers, Capt. Evans; 2 hampers lettuce, Mrs Gray 2 hampers, Lord Glanusk (l omitted from last week's list) 182 eggs, per Miss Llewelyn Davies, collected from districts of Devynock, Sennybridge, Senny, Llandilo'rfali'; Blaenwysg and Cray'; fruit, Mr Hyatt Williams 35 eggs, Mrs Pugh, Closcede 1 whole sheep, Mr Howell Powell-a most generous gift. We also offer grateful thanks to the artistes of the Music in War Time Red Cross Concert Party, who came to the hospital on Friday, May 31st, and gave us a most splendid entertainment. We wish all our kind friends could have come and enjoyed the first-rate music and ventrilo- quism. ALICE M. DEWINTON, June 3rd, 1918. Commandant.

Viscount St. David's. Breeonshire is interested in the King's Birth- day Honours list by ieason of the grant of a viscounty to Lord St. David's. Some years ago his lordship purchased the Tirabad estate, in the north-west of the county, and built a new mansion there. He has not been a frequent resident, but one of his dead soldier sons, Roland, constantly stayed/it Tirabad, and for a long time was a keen leader of the Llanwrtyd Wells Troop of Boy Scouts, Lord St. David's was born in 1860, one of the tall sons of a till father, the late Rev. Sir James Erasmus. Philipps, Bart., for many years vicar of Warminster, Wilts., but belonging to an ancient Pembrokeshire family. I Takiii,, to party politics as a Liberal early in life, Mr John Wynford Philipps, as he then was, tried his 'prentice hand on a Wiltshire constituency, and in 1888 became the member for Mid- Lanark. Ten years later he was elected for Pembrokeshire and retained the seat until his elevation to the peerage in 1908. Though still connected with the .Liberal party—he is the president of the Welsh National Liberal Federation—he is more interested in finance than politics, having large interests in the Argentine and (if we mistake not) in shipping. By his first wife. well remembered in Brecon- shire as the president of the South Wales Nursing Association and an active promoter of district nursing associations, he had two sons, both of whom have been killed in the present war. By his second marriage he has one son.

GWMDU. Aeroplane Visit.—On Sunday afternoon much excitement prevailed in this neighbourhood when an aferoplane, at a not very high altitude. was seen crossing the valleys in the direction of Brecon. There was much speculation towards the evening whether the airman would return, and to the great delight of old and young soon after 8 p.m. the machine was seen again, travelling over the hills towards HSieford at a much higher altitude. Departure.—Mr Barr, the popular manager of the Y.M.C.A. hut, and his assistant' Mr Francis, are leaving this neighbourhood to take up more important duties at the Great Western Hut, Cardiff. Both young men have made y I numerous friends during their stay here, and their departure is much regretted. Y.M.C.A. Coiieert.-Lieut. Kibblewliite, one of the popular officers at the local camp, having received notice from the authorities to hold himself in readiness to be transferred to an- other camp, arrangements were hurriedly made to hold a farewell concert at the Hut on Wed- nesday, May 25th. Capt. Lorraine (com- mandant) presided over a good attendance. At a convenient interval the Commandant paid a high tribute to Lieut. Kibblewhite's services during his stay of six months at the camp. He had interested himself a great deal in the wel- fare of the Guard, and had done much in the way of entertaining, by organising concerts and -whist drives, to relieve the monotony of camp life. He understood Lieut. Kibblewhite's latest idea was to form a pierrot troupe, and he hoped now they would not abandon that idea but go on with it, and he (Capt. Lorraine) would be pleased to give any help he could. Lieut. Kibblewhite genially responded, and thanked the Commandant for his kind remarks. He had only tried to do his duty, and the best way they could show him that his efforts had been appreciated would be to carry on." He hoped the pierrot troupe scheme would prove a great success. On the motion of the Commandant, hearty cheers were accorded Lieut. Kibblewhite, followed by L' Forhe's a jolly good fellow" and "For Auld Lang Syne." On the motion of Corpl. Wftittaker, the secretary of the sports committee, hearty cheers were accorded the Commandant. Se^gt. Kay gave a few clarionet selections humorous songs were contributed by JSergt.-Major Chainey and Pte. C. D. J. Beales songs were given by Pte. R. Slomson, Corpl. Jones, Miss Hilda Loam. Miss Edith Hamer, and Mrs Jones (Llangynidr) Mrs D. ). Roberts, Mrs Jones, Lieut. Kibblewhite, ad Miss H. Loam gave some popular duets tiss D. Phillips (Bwloh) contributed a piano- rte solo the accompaniments were supplied Miss E. Bates and Pte. C. D. J. Beales. ht refreshments were supplied and an en- •able evening spent.

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PLOUGHING ORDER. Farmers Heavily Fined at Hay, At Clyro Petty Sessions held at Hay on Thursday last—before Major W. deWinton and Mr H. Bishop-J. W. Boore, of Houdon Farm, Bryngwyn, was charged by Mr. R. Phillip Gough with neglecting to cultivate land in con- travention of the Defence of the Realm Act.- Defendant pleaded guilty, and was fined £ 20.— Thomas Trice, of Paincastle, pleaded guilty to similar offence, and was fined £ 20.

Netting the Usk. To the. Editor of the COUNTY TIMES. Sir,—I would like, through the medium of your columns, to thank "Old Lover of the Usk" for his letter in your issue of May 23rd, in defence of that glorious river. The report of the last meeting of the Usk Board of Con- servators (? Destructors) gave one furiously to think. My unknown ally has, in seven short para- graphs—every one of which drives home its point—put most trenchantly the views of "A GETTING-OLD LOVER OF THE USK (especially Brecoh to the Lock) now for nearly 3 k years with the B.E.F. France and still looking forward to happy days on au unspoilt river apres la guerre."

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CRAY. Prisoner of War.—Mr and Mrs J. Davies, Llwynhir, have been officially informed that their younger son, Pte. Evan Davies, S.W.B., is a prisoner of war since 19th March in Germany. They have also recein-ed a postetrd from him since, stating that he is unwounded and interned for the present at Limburg. The parents and his brother and sister have spent some anxious weeks, as they were unofficially informed some time ago that their son was missing since the above date, and they have received many expressions of sympathy. Condolence.—Much sympathy is extended to Mr and Mrs Lewis Lewis, BlaenGrai, in the death of their little child recently. The inter- ment took place at Horeb C.M. Chapel burial ground, Cray, on Saturday last week, the Rev. W. J. Eurfyl Jones (pastor) officiating. During the same week Mrs Lewis's father (the late Mr David Morgan, Llwynerchydd) was buried at Brychgoed. News of the Boys.—Mr and Mrs J. Jones, Cray Post Office, received the welcome news last week that, their son, Pte. Josiah Jones, Welsh Regt., had arrived in England from Malta. He is now an inmate of Netley hospital. Pte. John Davies, S.W.B., elder son of Mr and Mrs J. Davies, Llwynhir, has now been removed to a military training camp near Liverpool. Aeroplanes. Much excitement prevailed here on Saturday evening and Sunday, as several persons discerned aeroplanes passing over the southern portion of the valley at a great height, On Sunday evening two aeroplanes were distinctly seen by several persons crossing over from the direction of Llandovery towards Brecon. They were both in sight for several minutes, and although they were travelling at great speed at a great height many persons had a good view of them, especi- ally those-who were fortunate to have binocular glasses ready. It is said that some persons saw an aeroplane on Sunday afternoon travelling north westwards from here.

CLIFFORD. Memorial Service.—On Sunday last a service was held in S. Mail's Church in memory of Pte. H. G. Evans, Welsh Regt., who died from the effects of the campaign in Mesopotamia on May 5 th last. He was one of three sons of Mr W. Evans, Priory Wood, Clifford (an old and respected inhabitant), who are doing their "li b" in the war. The Vicar (Rev. T. W. Trnmper) used suitable portions of the Burial Service and gave a very appropriate address. Special hymns were also sung. Muffled ringing took place for all hour before the service, the local band of ringers being augmented by three members of S. Peter's Church. Glasbuvy,

BUILTH FARMERS' UNION. Mr Thomas Jones (Alltmawr), chairman, presided over a well-attended meeting of the Builth Branch of the Brecon and Radnor Far- mers' Union, held at the Swan Hotel, Builth I Wells, on Monday last. The newly appointed organising secretary of the Brecon and Radnor Farmers' Union (Mr William Williams, Sennybridge, was present, and in thexourse of a stirring address outlined his programme of future organisation, NEW BRANCH FORMED AT LLAN- WRTYD WELLS. The acting secretary (Mr O. W. Davies). in reply to Mr T. Davies (Vronolau) said that a public meeting had been held at Llanwrtyd Wells, and he was glad to say that as a result a branch of the Farmers' Union had been formed in that district. Meetings had also been held at Rhayader, Knighton, and Brecon with good results. (Applause). PROPOSED RED CROSS SALE.- "FARMERS HIT VERY HARD." Mr O. W. Davies said he had received letter from the British Farmers' Red Cross Fund, asking if the branch contemplated hold- ing a farmers1 sale this summer, and he had taken the liberty of replying to the effect that farmers f the district would be very busy until after the harvest, owing to the scarcity of labour, but in the autumn a sale would be organised- The Chairman said he (luije agreed with Mr Davies that the sale should not come off till the autumn. Mr Thomas Richards (Rhosferig) proposed that a sale should be held in the autumn, and the proposition was seconded by IIJ T. Davies (Vronolau) and carried unanimously. The Chairman observed that they would have to be very careful in what they promised to do, as it appeared to him that the farmers are going to be hit very hard. Mr T. Davies You mean that the farmers are going to be hit very hard if their men and fnoney are taken ? The ChairmaiV: Yes, that is what I mean. REASONS FOR MEMBERSHIP. Mr 0. W. Davies said the National Union was trying to get the Ministry of Food to fix the price of lamb at d. per lb., but when the petition was considered it would most likely be said that only 50,000 farmers were members of the Union out of a total of 200.000 and there- fore it would not have the same effect as if all the farmers were members. The Government, made frequent alteration of Orders, and it was important that farmers -should be united to look after their own interests. They were under orders to produce food, but had no voice I in its distribution. He was certain that the I demand for cheap food would be renewed as 1 soon as the war was over, and unless the agri- cultural industry was thorougljjy organised he was afraid the old practice of dumping food- stuffs into this country would become general, j He proposed a vote ,f thanks to the General Secretary for coming there that day, and for his j useful address. j Mr Morgan Jones (Dan-y-coed), in seconding, I said they were deeply impressed with 'Mr j Williams's speech, especially the Welsh pas- i sages. I Mr Williams, replying to a cordial vote, said I he was there as their servant, and he hoped to ¡ prove of service to them in organising the far- mers in such a way that there would not be one i outside the Union. The greater thanks they could render him would be to render £ tU.possibie help to make the Union a success.

BUILTH GUARDIANS. Llanwrtyd Vacancy. To the Editor of the COUNTY TIMES. Sir,—In connection, with the canvassing of the Guardians relative to the Llanwrtyd vacancy, I persistent statements are being circulated that ¡ the meeting was not properly convened. Well, sir, I was present from first to last and can vouch for the conduct 'of the meeting being carried out in such manner that gave everyone present the most ample opportunity of making his course of action good. The notice calling I the meeting kvzis, without any doubt, made public in the most efficient manner it was posted in the window of the Council offices, as I also on the front of the Post Office in the space I used for war telegrams, where every man, woman, and child reads the news. The two I notices were posted up on Saturday previous to the meeting on Friday, and I am most emphatic in asserting that not a single ratepayer interested I in the affair was ignorant of the business and certainly everyone interested in the public work I of the town was present, thus constituting the meeting a thoroughly honest and representative I one in every sense. In fact, the topic of conver- sation for fully a week previous to the meeting I le took priority to every other subject. Surely I the gentlemen comprising the Board will on. Monday co-opt the man whom his own peeple have chosen. NOT AND A. Llanwrtyd Wells, June 3rd. 1918.

County Appeal Tribunal. The County Appeal Tribunal met at Builth Wells on Tuesday and Wednesday (yesterday), and .at Brecon Wednesday. Mr .H. Evan- Thomas presided at Builth on Tuesday and at Brecon on Wednesday and Mr D. T. Jeffreys presided at Builth on Wednesday. Prac- tically all the cases dealt with were those of young farm hands coming under the Proclamation and "exemption till substitution" was generally the decision.

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BUILTH £ 1 0 FINE. Sheep Kil'ed by Motor Car I At Colwyn Petty Sessions, held at Bnilth Wells on Monday—before Mr. H. Evan-Thomas (in the chair), Mr. W. Prothero, Mr. T. Davies, and Mr. J. W. Sheen-Edwin Lloyd, Presteign, was charged with driving a motor car to the danger of the public in the parish of Llanel wedd. —Mr. J. Levick, Llanbister, appeared for the defendant, who pleaded not guilty. Samuel James Brick, Bryngwanaf, Disserth, farmer, stated that on April 12th he and another jnan were bringing 150 sheep home from Cardiganshire, where they had been on tack during the winter. They had travelled the sheep along the road. and had no trouble until they reached a point near the Llanehvedd school. Whilst between the stone bridge and the school he observed a motor car coming from the direction of the Hundred House. It dashed into the flock of sheep, and eight of them were killed on the spot and- three others were severely iniured and eventually slaughtered at the request of the Police. Other sheep were also injured. Witness called to defendant to stop, but the car was not stopped until it had passed right through the flock. In hi-, opinion the car. which was loaded with timber, was travelling at a speed of over 20 miles aa lOnr. The driver gave no warning, although the lead- ing sheep were in sight of the car. There was a danger post close to the spot, but the Stiver apparently did not take any notice of it. There were several people on the car, including a lady sitting in front. After the car had been pulled up the driver got off, and said I have not hurt you, have I r but offered no explanation. If the defendant had put his brake on at a reasonable distance the sheep would not have been killed. Williani Morgan, Cwmamlew, Disserth. gave corroborat ive e vide n ce. Defendant said he had been driving motor cars for five years. On the date in question he was driving a two ton load of pitwood from the Hundred House to Builth Wells station. The I accident took place near the Llanehvedd school, about half a mile from Builth. He was driving at the rate of about eight miles an hour. and had both brakes on. When he came to the top turn he sounded his horn three times, but was on the tol'Of the sheep as soon as he was round the turn. He did his best to stop the car from crushing them. but could not save them. He Avent on for about five or six yards before lie could stop the car. Walter James, timber feller, stated that the car was travelling at the rate of eight miles an hour. Thomas Hammonds also gave evidence for the defence. Defendant was fined

CEFN COED. Mentioned in Despatches.—Lieutenant C. T. Jones, grandson of Mrs T. Jones, Cilsainvs, Cefn Coed, and son of Mr Trevor Jones, Radyr. has been mentioned in despatches. Lieut. Jones, who is twenty-three years of age, is also a grand-nephew of Col. J. J. Jones, J.P., 'Fronheulog, Cefn Coed, formerly high sheriff of Breeonshire. Soldiers TVeleome Home.—Under the aus- pices of the Cefn Coed Welcome Home Com- mittee. Trooper W. W. Meredith. Driver Law- rence Thomas, and Privnte Ben Jones, of Cefn Coed. were welcomed home from France on Thursday by a concert held at the Drill Hall. Mr James Price. Vaynor Villas, was in the chair, and a'ddresses of Avelcome were given by Messrs James DaAries and M. Owen. The presentation of a sum of money to each soldier was made by Mrs Edwards, Monumental ter- race, who has three sons at present in France. Those who took part in the programme of e:itert-ainment were Mrs Templeman. Mrs S. Evans artffflflfy. Misses Susie Davies, Nancy Davies. and Olweu Rees. and Mr Fred Richards, comedian. The accompanists were Mesdames lempleman and Evans. Miss S. Davies, and Mr David Morris. Votes of thanks to the chair- man, artistes, and accompanists were proposed by the Rev. J. Davies. rector of Yavnorj seconded by Mr D. Jones. A Certain Liveliness.—At the Penderyn Petty Sessions held at Cefn Coed on Thursday Col. J. J. Jones. J.P.. presiding—Xhos. Rees, a Rhigos collier, was summoned for furiously driving ahorse attached to a racing gig and using insulting and abusive language.—P.C. Harold Jones said that at 10 p.m. on Saturday. April 2--id., he saw the mare which defendant was driving start off like a shot." There was a very sharp bend in the road, and had any traffic been about, there must haAre been a very serious accident. A short time previously the defendant had come out of the Lamb Inn kicking up a row" and using bad language.—Defendant was fined £ 2 for furious driyilJg and £ 1 for using the insulting language. Police Court.—At Cefn Coed on Thursday (before Col. J. J. Jones, Messrs Joseph Price, David Harris, ,and Thomas Jones, Hirwain), John Morgan and John Williams, botli of Cefn Coed, were summoned for keeping dogs without licenses, but both cases were dismissed Oil pay- ment of costs.—Percy Appleby, Cefn Coed. and George E. Hitchcock. Cefn, were summoned for riding bicycles Avithout lights after sunset. The former said he had been delayed on his journey, while Hitchcock pleaded that his lamp had been blowill off," They were each fined 5s. —Daniel Powell. Swansea road. was sumliioned in respect to the maintenance of the child of Gertrude Mary Jones, a single woman, of Field street, Cefn Coed.—Evidence was called show- ing that defendant. who was now in the army, had admitted the paternity of-the child, and an order for the payment of 5/- per Aveekand costs was made. Public War Fund Subscription.—A special meeting of the Vaynor and Penderyn Rural District Council was held oil Tuesday morning. when it was decided to im-est a sum of £ 1,000 in the Tank .Jdi"1J" to assist in raising the £ 400.000 quota of War Bonds for the Borough of Merthyr.

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