Herald of Wales and Monmouthshire Recorder

BETTWS. Sympathy is felt with Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Evans, Iscoed, in the death which took place on Monday of their nine-monthe-old daughter. Eirwen. The child had been ailing for some time. While cycling in Colonel-road, the young son of Mr. and Mrs. D. Jones, Plasynant, was thrown off his machine, l ^tretaining slight injuries.

CWMTWRCH. Much good work is being done by the Lower Cwmtwrch Soldiers' Reception ] Committee. Over fifty have joined the | colours. The flag day held recently proved a big success. The chairman of committee is Mr. A. W. Griffiths (Pent- wyn); treasurer, Mr. Herbert J. Griffiths. Mr. T. Walter Rosser acts as hon. secre- 4ary.

CARMARTHEN. I A successful bazaar in aid of Bethania C.M. Church was held on Thursday at the Assembly Rooms, Carmarthen. The open- ing was performed by the Mayoress (Mrs. John Lewis). *Tke body of an unknown man was re- covered from the river Towy at Carmar then on Friday night in a much decom- posed condition. It was dressed in dark clothes and an overcoat, and among other articles found on the body was a receipted Invoice for painter's requisites supplied by Mr. James Fuller, ironmonger, Glan- tmman. He was apparently a man of j about 60 years of age, and 5ft. lin. in ^eig<h £

GOWERTOM. Mr. David Jno. Thomas, son of Dewi Samlet, has been promoted to sergeant major in the Pembrokeshire Yeomanry. The annual rervicos in connection with Bethel Methodist Chapel were held on Sunday, when the pulpit was occupied by the Rev. J. E. Davies, M.A., Llaneily, and I I. A Llanelly, 1,.i d Rev. J. C. Edwards, Gower. A very interesting presentation took place at the Elba, Steelworks, when Pte. Hubert Francis, home on leave, was presented with a cheque. Mr. William S. Griffiths, the oldest employe, handed over the gift on behalf of the Go-ivertoz> War Relief Fund. Mr. Evan Rees and Mr. Richard T)-Livieci also spoke. Mr. y ichael Evans rendered a solo. Special services in connection with the ordination of the Rev. J. Bremen Davies, M.A.. B.D., as pastor of the Temple Con- gregational Church, Gowerton, were held on Wednesday. In the afternoon the or- dination took place, and in the evening the Rev. Principal Selbie, M.A., B.D., Mansfield College, Oxford, occupied the pulpit and preached a stirring sermon to a large congregation. The following min- isters alvo attended: Rev. Principal T. Lewis, M.A., B.D. (Brecon), Rev. E. Jenkins and Rev. T. Sinclair Evans (Swansea). Rev. Dyfodwg Davies (Mor- riston), Rev. P. E. Price, Glandwr (Pem.) and Rev. D. J. Thomas (Carmarthen).

LLANDOVERY. The death has occurred of Mrs. Medwyn Hughes, wife of Dr. J. Medwyn Hughes. Manor House, Ruthin, North Wales, after an illness of about twelve months. The deceased lady was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. T. Rhydderch, who were j natives of, and kept a boot shop in, High- street, Llandovery. Mrs. Hughes took a very keen and sympathetic intoiest. in all charitable movements in the town and district of her adoption. She married Dr. Hughes in 1887. The funeral, which was private, took place at Llanrhydd church- -yard. The death has taken place of Mr. David Jones, Victoria Villa, Llandovery, recently of Rhydyeaint, Llangadock. Deceased was 74 years of age. lie utae buried at Llan- dingat Churchyard. The Revs. Joseph Harry, Llandovery, and D. Richards. Mothvey, ojficiated at the house, and the Vicar (the Rev. D. Edwardes-Owen) at the t church and grave. The chief mourner:; were: Mrs. Jones (widow), Mr. and Mrs. Wtilliam Thomas, Penlan, Telych (daugh- ter and son-in-law), Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Jacob, Llangadock (daughter and son-in- law), Lizzie, Kate, David and Tegwen Thomas (grandchildren), Mr. Thomas Jones, Tirydail, and Mr. Evan Jones, Penvbank (brothers), Mr. and Mrs. Jona- than Jones, Llanfynydd (brother and sister-in-law), Mrs. Ann Davies, Talley (sister), Mr. and Mrs. J. Griffiths, Velin- dre (sister and brother-in-law), Mr. and Mrs. William Lewis, Llandebie (brother and sister-in-law). I -0--

DRINK I VERETTA. I Sold Everywhere at 2d. per Bottle. j

I LLA5MWRDA. After a stay of seven years Mr. T. Davies, stationmaster, is to be removed to Llandebie station, where lie succeeds I a Llandovery man, in the person of Mr. Lloyd, who retires after being in the railway company's employ for over 40 years. Previous to coming to Llanwrda t Mr. Davies was for twelve years at Llan- gennecli His departure is keenly re- gretted. He was a deacon at Seion C.M. Chapel, where he also conducted the siilgiiig. —————— —————

I LLANDILO. Amongst Llandilo boys on sick leave are Clunner James, son of the late Rev. D. James, formerly Baptist minister in the town, and his brother, Driver D. Jones, of the Mechanical Transport. The first- named fought in the South African war and was with the Anzac-s at Gallipoli. Mr. Robert Matthews, Chairman of the Llandilo Board of Guardians, presided over the meeting of the Rural Tribunal. Captain Edwards was the military re- presentative. Fourteen appeals in respect vo revision of certificates were dealt with. No conditional exemption was granted. One exemption was granted until the 31st of August, one until October 1st, eight until November 10th; whilst four were re- fused exemption The death has occurred in his 69th year of Mr. David Williams, formerly of Ffair- fach. Deceased had spent the greater por- tion of his life working in collieries in the Aberdare district. He came to reside at Llandilo some four or five years ago. ————— Co ,—————.

I LLANDEBIE. The death has taken place of Mr. Frank Jones, Woodfield-road, at the age of 23 < years. Deceased resided with Mr. and Mrs. Owen Thomas, the latter being his sister. He had served in the Army for a lengthy period, and while in France got his discharge. The cause of death was consumption. Pte. Tom Williams, whose home is at Pantllyn-terrace, now a time-exyired soldier, has arrived home from Egypt. Two youthful soldiers, Ptes. Freddie Lewis and Dd. Llew Wallers, are also home on their first leave, looking spick and span. A singing rehearsal in preparation for the coming Whitsun Festival was held at theWesleyan Chapel, under tii, conduc- torship of Mr. John Jones, l.lwyndewi. j The choir consisted of contingents from Llandilo, Llwynyroneit. Tirydail, and Llandebie churches. The accompanist was Miss Griffiths, Maesyffynnon.

MUMBLES. The Leet Court was held on Friday at the Marine Hotel, Mumbles. The death has taken place, at Clement's- row, of Mr. Alf. Howells, aged 4a years. Deceased, who was well known, had been in the employ of the Swansea Corporation for many years, and while following his occupation met with an accident, from the effects of which he had suffered ever since. Deceased leaves a widow and two children. The annual outing in connection with Castleton Gospel Hall (Mumbles) Mothers' meeting was held on Wednesday, the rendezvous being Oxwich Bay, whither 8) mothers and friends were conveyed in brakes. After dinner the party indulged in walks and various games. The party arrived home about 1*0 p.m. Thanks are due to Mrs. L. Freeman Marks and others for making the arrangements. An inquest was held on Tuesday at Mumbles before Mr. n. W. Beor (Deputy County Coroner) touching the death of Alfred Howell, of 2, Clements-row, Mum- bles, who died on Sunday, May 27th.—Dd. John Howell, brother, said deceased was 43 years of age. He had worked as a labourer under the Swansea Corporation, j In January, 1915, whilst lifting a cart which was overloaded, he strained the valves of his heart. He never worked afterwards.—Dr. F. De Coverley Veale; said lie was called to bee the deceased on January 9th, 1915. He was suffering from aneurism of the aorta, which was caused by strain. Ho had been under treatment up to the time of hit. dcnth. He last saw deceased about 3 hours before his death.— The jury returned a verdict of death caused by strain whilst unloading a cart.

I MORRfSTOK. Two first aid classes were recently e. amined at Morriston. under the auspices o: the St. John Ambulance Association. We append a list of candidates, all of v.-lioin Pit Men's Class-- First year: John T. Jenkins. Wm. Beddoe. J. D. Thomas, D. G. Owen, Tlios. Downo and Wm. Hy. Griffiths; voucher: David L. Thomas. E. Davies. M. Jenkins. Hy. Clement and John Harrison: medallior John L. Thomas. Sam Euxtable. and Pcl Jenkins: labels: Thpmas Jenkins and Hhys Williams. The surgeon-lecturer was Dr. G. Evans Jones. Pentrepoeth Women's Cla-s-First VCilr: jjeatrve Evans, Mary Williams, Millie Wehrle, Lizzie Roberts. K. Jenkine. Sara Griffiths E Thomas, Hannah Jones, C. A. Joseph M E. Hale. Frances A. Davies. R Harries. Gw-on Jenkins. C. M. Thomas, Hattie Williams, Cissie John, Gladv.s Jones. Edith Benjamin. Rosina Jones Minnie Gregory, H. Hopkins, and Emilv Gibbs; voucher: Lizzie F. Benjamin; medallions: M. Youns. Nin* Williams. IT. Catherine Davies, Catherine Davi-as, Edith John. M. Griffiths. Lizzie Lewis. M A Body combe, E. Evans, Nellie Lewar.l, L. Gardiner, M. J. Harris, M. Martin I Gwcn Morgan, Annie Morgan. Matti Jones, Olwen Jones, Gwenny Jones, E. Spray, B. Maddick, P. J. Rees, R. A Evans, Kate Jones, Edith Lloyd, B Lewis, Olive M. Locke, Maggie Gibbs F J. Gregory, and Myfanwy Thomas. fh« surgeon lecturer was Dr. M. VV. Williams Mr. W. A. Wheel acted as instructor and demonstrator to both classes.

I PONTARDULAIS. Mr. Henry Chalk, one of the section commanders of the Pontardulais V.T.C., is leaving on Monday to join the Tun- nellers." Chalk has been once discharged as medically unfit. Pte. Eddie Davies, of the Swansea Bat- talion, and youngest son of Mr. George Davies, builder and contractor, has won the 9et tlb boxing champion of his brigade U somewhere abroad A Leet Court for the district of Gower Anglicana and Subboscus was held at the Fanners' Arms Hotel. Mr. Richard White Beor (steward) presided, ami Mr. R. J. Dowdall, clerk, was present. Mr. M. Jones Jenkins, Dantv. vn, was elected foreman of the jury. Councillor David Jones, Velin- dre, was re-elected bailiff, as were the holders of minor offices. Th-e usual dinner followed Mr. William Jones presided over a eer- vioe of song at Hermon (C.M.) Chapel. Th devotional part was taken by Mr. Evan Hopkins, Wern Villa. The choir, under the direction of Mr. E. P. Richards (" Eryr 'Dtilais rendered c' cruses from Twelfth Mass in fine style, and solos were given by Miss Morfudd Rich- ards, Messrs. James M. Richards (precen- tor of the church), and E. P. Richards, j Mr. Jekyn Thomas, Caxton House, pre- j sided at the piano ( The following members of the Pontar- dulais Railwayman's Ambulance Class were successful at a recent exam. held I under the auspices of the St. John Am- bulance Association:—First year: Morgan Daniels, David Davies, Martin Tahany, Charles R. Thomas. Vouchers: Arthur W. Davies, Arthur C. James, Charles F. Farr, Charles E. Rumble, John II. Tux- worth, George H. Vizor. Medallions: Tom A. Burrow, James Evans, Richard J. Griggs, Harold W. Herbert, Thomas J. Watts. Label: George R. Jones Tho lecturer was Dr. G. J. Williams, Pontar- j dulais, and the examiner Dr. E. Evans, Llaneily. The hon. sec. of the class is Mr. James Evans, iC, Forest-road. The local tinplate trade is being very seriously dislocated on account of the call- ing up of so many young men, beliinders and furnacemen. Good progress is being made with the repair of the machinery at Cambria Tin- plate Works. It is hoped to make a re- start shortly. So high were the prices of store pigs at Tuesday's fair, that a wag calculated he had paid half-a-sovereign per lb. for his purchase! The death has taken place of Mr. Ben- jamin Jones, The Bryn, Pontardulais, at the age of 66 years. He was one of the founders of the firm of Messrs. D. and B. Jones, Old Bryn Foundry, and was widely known and universally respected. He was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church, and leaves a widow and a large grown-up family. The usual monthly fair was held on Tuesday. Though prices touched record figures, business was very brisk. Cow and calf fetched t22 to £ 30; store cattle, s:12 to 916. Beef, 2fts. to 22s. a score. Pork, 21s. a-score. Pigs (stores), excellent supply but greater demand, and prices were very high, ranging from 38s. to 58s. Lamb, 8d. to 9d. a lb. In spite of the numerous marts held in the district, Pontardulais fair, in the face of Tuesday's business, is evidently gaining ground in popularity. There was tremendous enthusiasm at Pontardulais on Monday, when Corpl. AV, illie Williams paid his first visit home since receiving the D.C.M. last August. He was acc-ompaned by his brother, Corpl. Stanley Williams, who also has been re- sponsible for distinguished work with the Engineers. The brothers arrived in Swansea just too late to catch the last train for home, though the Pontardulais Silver Band and thousands of people thronged the station precincts and the streets. When they did arrive, though the hour was now very late, the band and Messrs. D. J. Davies, M.E., manager of Graig Merthyr. and large crowd of the populace remained to welcome them, and they escorted the brothers to their widowed mother's home at Queen's Cot- tages. Corpl. Willie Williams later motored to Llangennech, where his wife lives, and where he now makes his home. Among the crowd was the octogenarian grandmother of the lads. A public meet- ing of welcome is being arranged at Pon- tardulais. 0.

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PEWLLERG.G.ER, Mr. Ernest Williams, the well-known schoolmaster, now a private in the R.A.M.C., is home for a few days. His brother, Mr. Sid Williams, previous to the war was engaged scholastically in France, joined up with the Legion of Honour, and finally got transferred to the British A.S.C. The church members and Sunday school scholars of St. David's extended a hearty welcome to their npw curate, the Rev. Mr. Arthur, on Tuesday. After tea, at the Drill Hall, an adjournment was made to the Sunday school, where Sir J. T. D. Llewellyn formally introduced the rev. gentleman to his parishioners. A musical programme, interspersed with speeches of welcome, was rendered. The rev. gentle- man suitably responded.

PQNTAKDAWE. Mrs. W ilson, of Cwm Shoneilli Villa, Pontardawe, has iust received news that her husband, Pte. A. Wilson, Worcesters, has been wounded. At the Pontardawe District Council on Thursday, Mr. David Lewis (Gwaun-cae- Gurwen) moved that the clerk should -prepare a record of t'he attendance of the members for the Ia.t tlireg years. Several members epoke strongly against the pro- posal, as tS-Ome of the members could not possibly attend regularly on account of being engaged on munitions.—Mr. T. W. Francis asked Mr. Lewis to be straight in the matter, and state what his motive was in asking for such' a record at such a time. Did he want to have a dig or a-how up one of his colleagues, or what?- The resolution was loet by a large majority.

SKETTY. A well attended meeting of the Sirett) Ratepayers'' Association was held Oil Monday, ?r. Herhert L. Morgan (pMsi dent) in the chair. Mr. Wa?rWehb? gave an account of his connection with the meeting on licensing at the Y.M.C.A. He said that when they heard Giat Mr. Marlay Sainton had been retained "t# oppose citizeiship/' they lost no tinao is I procuring m advocate, namely, Mr. | Trevor liunt.r. Temperance was not tho question, but rather bow to aid tlie Government by curtailing the present hours.

AMMANFORD. An esteemed gentleman has passed away, in Mr. H. Roberts, of High-street. at the age of sevclity-two years. lie, was engaged as mechanic at the Rhos Colliery, He is survived by two sons and two daughters, namely, Mr. D. A. Roberts, cashier at the Rites and Wernos Cal- lieries; Mr. E. H. Rollerts (in France with the Duke of Lancaster's Own Yeo- tnanry); Miss Roberts, head mistress of the Bettws infants' school; and Miss M lioberts. During the past fortnight eggs have been collected by the children of the Amman- ford and Amman Valley schools towards the Red Cross Hospital, Carmarthen. The following quanties have been received by Miss Florence Jones, hon. secretary to the i Amman Valley Division of the Carmar- thenshire Red Cross branch: Brynamman 332 eggs, Glanamman 610, Ammanford (mixed) 409, Ammanford (infants) 131. Parcyrhaun 281, and Llandebie 264. On Tuesday the funeral took place of the late Mr. John Thomas, eon of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, G lanyrafan, Ammanford, "whose death occurred last week after a protracted illness at the age of twenty years. The officiating ministers were the Revs. D. Tegfan Davies (pastor of Chris- tian Temple), where the last rites were performed, and J. Morgan. Among the wreathe sent was one from the workmen of the Tirydail Colliery, where the de- ceased was engaged up to his illness. Private J. C. Williams, of the Welsh fie giment (Pioneers) is officially reported killed in action. A native of Manchester, he came to South Wales many years ago. acd was well known in Morriston and Ammanford, having worked in both rlaefc, as a tailor. He enlisted at the outbreak of hostilities, and was an officer's servant. He was only 23 years of age. His brother. Gunner Fred Williams, who prior to enlisting ow employed by Mr. E. R tailor, Ammanford, is also doing service. ♦ —■

BONYMAEN. On Sunday evening at Cefn-road, the tleath took place of Mrs. Rachel Davies, wife of Mr. J .L. Davies, in her 36th year. She leaves a husband and two little chil- dren.

BRYPORT. I Great sympathy is felt for Mr. and Mrs. D. Evans, Elkington-road, in losing their only child. He was buried at the old Parish Church, Pembrey, on Monday. The Rev. D. A. Jenkins, M.A., vicar, and?, Rev. Ifor Roberts, B.A., curate, officiated. Pte. Dick Williams, 9th Welsh Regi- ment is home for a few days' leave. He looks in the best of health. Pte. D. A. Williams, R.E., is also home. Prior to enlisting Pte. Dick Williams was engaged as an anooaler at the Ashburnham Tin- works. He enlisted at the outbreak of war. A special meeting of the Council was held on Monday, Mr. Dd. Davies in the -chair. The seal of the Council was affixed to the new rate of Is. 8d. in the £ and Id. water rate, making a total rate of 16. 9d. in the A:The Plans Committee consid- ered the plans for a new cinema near the Police Station. Consideration was de- ferred until the monthly meeting. A football match was played on the Burryport ground on Saturday list, be- tween Burryport and a local works team, in aid of the children of the late Pte. Price, who was killed at the front. The mother died a few weeks ago. There was a large crowd present. After a splendid game the works team won by one try to nil. The funeral of the late Mrs. Sarah Ley- shon, wife of Mr. E. J. Leyshon, painter, Burryport, took place at the old Parish Church graveyard, Pembrey. The Rev. J. W. Hughes, B.A., officiated.

CAPEL HENPRE. The annual musical festival was held at Capel liendre last Saturday, under the leadership of Mr. David Evans, Llan- Iluan. The choir, which numbered about ? 500 young choristers, hailed from Ilendre, t, Tycroes, Penygroes, Tknedy, Cross Hands, Pentwyn, Gibea. Llanlluan, and Cefn- berach. The presidents were Messrs. Dd. Thomas, Dvllgoedisaf, and P. B. Lewis, Tycroes. Chapters were recited by n, bel Lodwick, Penygroes, and Hannah M. Jones, Llwynhelig. Miss Samways, Maesy- .bont, was the accompanist. As usual, the festival was a great musical success, but for the third year in succession there were mo candidates for musical certificates. The committee has again resolved to debar all local composers from contributing items ■to the programme.

CILYCWM. j Mrs. Cathe-rine Evans, Glandwr Shop, I 4*as passed away in her 65th year. Mrs. 1 Evans. who lived for many years at Llwynbrain Lûdge, Llandovery, some years ago went to live at the premises named with a relative, the late MT. Wm. Davies, popularly known as Wm. Davies Y Shop. The Revs. H. Ifor Jones (B.) and Phillips (C.M.), Siloh, officiated.

CROSS HANDS. I On Thursday evening Mrs. Silya Roberts addressed a meeting of women on agricultural war work, at the Institute, and gave a clear account of the proposals of the Board of Agriculture, and showed I the great need for women's help to in- crease the food supply. At the oollclusiün oc the Address, Mr. W. Greville, C.C., proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs. Roberts. Mr. D. M. Jenkins was appointed village ( registrar for Cross Hands, and Mr. W I LPU is for Cefneithin, A committee, oon- eisting of the ww formed to i farther the scheme:—Mrs. Clutterbuck ^Penygroes), Mrs. D. F. Davies (Gwernl' #yn), Mrs. D. M. Jenkins (Wc&tl?). [ '■ Mrs. Morgans (Emlvn. Pcnygroes). Mr&- Thomas Thornhill, M. D. F. Davies, Mr. W. Greville, Mr. D. M. Jenkine, Mr 111. Lewis. f

GQ^SEINON. Snb.-Lieut. E, Jenkins, of the Royal Naval Division, is now spending a few day" at his home in Mas-on's-road, Gor- seinon. Pte. W. J. Protheroe is home on short leave at Brighton-avenue. lie has seen over fifteen months' active service with a local unit of the Welsh Regiment. A meeting under the auspices of the Spiritualist Society was held at the Insti- tute on Tuesday, when an address en- titled The Ignorance of Modern Re- form," was given by Mr. Wm. Thomas. Annual services in connection with Saron, Penyrheol, werev*held on Sunday, when the special preacher was the Rev. B. Howells, Abercynon. Official news lia* been received that Pte. William Rees, Gowerton, of the Welsh Regiment, has been wounded in the left arm He is now in hospital. Special preaching services were held at the English Baptist Chapel, Pontardulais- road, when the Rev. A. G. James, Bethania, Gowerton, officiated. Anniversary services in connection with St. Catherine's Church commenced on Sunday, when the Vicar of Sketty occu- pied the pulpit. A public meeting under tjie auspices of the Gorseinon Labour Association was held on Sunday. Mr. Poyntor presided, and an address relative to war conditions was delivered by Mr. D. Williams, ex- Mayor of Swansea. The hon. secretary of the Ebenezer Choral Society, Gorseinon. presented the balance-sheet of Good Friday's concert to the church meml)ers on Sunday evening. Exactly £ 10 was cleared, the result being the church funds and the war hospitals at Swansea (generrl), Y.M.C.A.. Park Worn, and Danycoed receive £5 each. The funeral of Mr. John Edwards (aged 72) took place at Lla-nedy churchyard on Friday. The Rev. Dr. Lloyd Morgan, of Hope, Poniard ul a is, assiste d by Rev. W. Mo rgan, Brynteg, Gorseinon, officiated at the house and the graveside. The mourners were Mr. and fr, J. Richards (daughter and son-in-law), Mr. Edwards and Miss Edwards (brother and sister), Master J. Rhys Edwards and Miss J. Edwiards (grandchildren), Mrs. Jones, Gwaun-cae- Gunven; Miss A. Evans, Criccieth; Miss Edwards and Miss Lewis, Swansea; Mrs. Howells and Mrs. Nash; Mr. William Richards, Bryngwaston; Mr J. L. Thomas Bradford House, Pontard alais. The bear- ers were Robert Richards, John Howells, T. J. Richards, of Pontardulais, and John Davies. of Gorseinon. The pageant, Children Through the Centuries," was given under the auspices of St. Catherine's and Holy Trinity Sun- day school at the Palace on Thursday. The scenes had been excellently arranged by the following: Bethlehem": Miss Lewis and Miss Mitchell, Miss Sheppard, Miss E. Jones, RoPv. R. W. Jones, Mr. D. J. Williams, Misses M. and E. Bevan, C. Bowen and J. Bickford, Mr. G. Sluman, Miss Malinhant- and Mr. E. Morgan, Miss D. Mali pliant, Mr. G. Mainwaring. Mrs. i s, At. -N, f v, ,?t l t+,ws S. Bevan. Misses A. Jonea, M. Matthews and E. Willis. Miss A. Harris, and Miss M. Davies. The orchestra was arranged by Mrs. F. Jones and Mr. D. J. Williams, was conducted by Mr. Oliver Watkins, F.V.C., F.I.V., whilst the pianoforte parts wnre rendered by Miss Muriel Matthews. The proceeds were in aid of the Church Waifs and Strays Emergency Fund, and the hon. secretaries were Miss Mali phant and Mr. E. Morgan

KIDWELLY, The death has taken place at the Boot and Shoe Inn, Kidwelly, of which place she was for many years the landlady, of Mrs. Mary Gower, widow of the late Mr. Thomas Gower, butcher, in her 71th year. Mrs. Gower, who was much respected, was a native of Aberdulais. Her husband pre- deceased her by nine years, and there are no children. Her funeral takes place on Monday afternoon. The annual cymanfa ganu of the Inde- pendent churches in the Kidwelly district has been held this year at Capel Sul, Kidwelly. The Capel Sul choir, together with those of Gwendraeth, Kidwelly, Soar (Mynyddygarreg), Sardis (Trim- saran), Car way, and Llansaint joined, under the baton of Mr. Roderick Wil- liams, of Cardiff. The morning meeting was devoted to juvenile choirs, Mr. J. A. Thomas, Mynyddygarreg Council School, presiding. In the afternoon and evening the Revs. R. J-ones, Triiiisaran, and W C. Jenkins, Capel Sul, presided The anthems rendered were iimlyn Evans' Yn mlaen, chwi filwyr Duw," W. T. Samuel's O'r dvfnder y llefais," and "TYrllasoedd y ddaear." Messrs. T. VV. Thomas, Kidwelly, and Rees Rees, Trim- saran, were the organists, and there was also a small violin band. The,Rev. W. C. Jenkins is the chairman of the cymanfa committee, Ald. Wilkins is the hon. treasurer, and Mr. D. T. Gilbert, Car' way, hon. secretary.

PEMBREY. There were 30 preachers and students present at Bethel Chapel on Monday evening to listen to the Rev. John Wil- liams, Brynseieneyn. They came from Kidwelly, Trimsaran, Gwendraeth Valley, and Llaneily. On Sunday the anniversary services of Bethel Welsh Methodist Church, Pembrey, were held. Sermons were preached by the Rev. John Williams, Brynsiencyn. The Rev. D. E. Jones, B.A., pastor of Bethel, alsp took part in the services. The singing was under the leadership of Mr. Tom Williams, and Miss Gladys Davies presided at the organ, while Mr. Tlios. Williams conducted the orchestra. The funeral of the late Mrs. Mary Davies, wife of Mr. Walter Davies, Pem- brey, took place at Hermon graveyard on Monday. Her baby, only a few hours old, was buried with her. The Rev. Dr. Gwvlfa Roberts, Llaneily, Rev. D. E. Jones, B.A., Pembrey, and the Rev. T. Arter officiated.

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TSEBOETH. Pte. Jim Welsh Regiment (Pioneers), has returned honip to CwDt- twrch for a shoit leave. He is the youngest son of Mr. anc Mrs. Griffith Richards, Fern-terrace, Ticboeth, who has another son at the frorT. "Jim" has been m hospital. A reception meeting is to 1w held-

TYOROES. On Sunday the flineral of Sarah Jan' Pugh, the sixtefti-year-old daughter oi Mr. and Mrs. Evan Pugh, Llandebie, took place at Caersalam graveyard. The offici- ating ministers the Revs. Phillip Evans, Llandebie, aid D. S. Davies, Saron. A large cortege accompanied the body to the graveside. [District News Contiiued on Next Pace.)