Papurau Newydd Cymru
Chwiliwch 15 miliwn o erthyglau papurau newydd Cymru
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"THE YEOMANRY.1
THE YEOMANRY. 1 First Re-union Dinner at Swansea. No visitor at the first re-union dinner I *f tbe Gla morgan Yeomanry oould have hded to gain an insight into the reasons 'tor the distioctiofis won by the regiment m the great war. First and foremost was the indomitable spirit of the lads who ooHspoeed it; there was also rot a. little dItte to the tradition based on deeds Ïi1 past campaigns; and ODe great contributing factor was the palpable fact that the discipline of the Glasnor- gans was that which, is the Saest of all —-«he discipline based on agvction and r One f *tmg gfotmd for regret in the fact that there were not more officers present; one misaed some of those D.S.O. colonels who were connected vith the regiment. At the outset Col. C. L. D. Venables Llewelyn was among the absentees, but when he came a little later to relieve Col. A. Sinclair of the chair he had a wonderful spontaneous welcome, the dining-room ringing with the cheers and cries of esteem that rose from the hundred-ithroated company. "For he's a jolly good fellow" they roared; and not a man was silent. Col. Sinclair was very happy in his speech submitting the toast of The Glamorgan Yeomanry," and his own personal interest in the unit was re- vealed in two facts—that it was he who proposed Col. Venables Llewelyn, D.S.O., to command the second line, and that Col. Odo Vivian, D.S.O., another of the Yeomanry officers, lNirnt his soldiering in the Hafod platoon of the Territorials, which he (Col. Sinclair) coniamuded at that time. He reviewed the doings of the Yeomanry, remember- ing the achievements of South Africa as well as the more recent ones in Flan- ders, not forgetting Vimy Ridge; be I dealt too with their doings in Egyp^ and on other distant fronts. ON ALL FRONTS. I Col. Llewelyn, rising to respond, re- ¡ ceived another ovation. His, he pointed out, was a unique honour, for he com- I manded both the first and second bat- talions. There had been occasions when he had to administer justice, and he had tried to be fair and just to all men. Whether he had succeeded he did rot know. The men who listened roared forth the answer to that question. The Colonel dealt with the experiences of training for the new modes of fighting, and both he and Sergt.-major Harry Griffiths at a later stage, painted the scene in words when the men first learnt that their horses were to be taken from them, and cycles served out in their stead. He did not know whether the first or the second line contained the finer men; but he did know that no officer in the Army had had the ad- vantage of commanding so fine a body cf men as the Glamorgan Yeomanry, io Col. Odo Vivian and Col .Ernest Helme ,he referred in terms of the highest oom- mendation, referring to the splendid work of ail the officers. He dealt in particular to the daring Bangalore tor- pedo raid which Col. Helme carried out in Flanders. There was no front in the whole war, he said. not even East. Africa, on which men of the Glamorgan Yeomanry bad not fought. Before concluding, Col. Llewelyn rn- • folded a plan he had conc-eived of pub- lishing a record of the war deeds and career of every man who had joined the Glamorgan Yeomanry, which should prove a remarkable record, for, it is stated that some 700 of the men from I ■ the ranks ultimately took commissions. The book, as Col. Vivian said, would re- veal a greater number of decorations, mentions, and honours, than they were aware of. Capt. T. T. King, in a speech brimful of vim and humour, proposed A Squadron, and dealt with the wonderful spirit of the men under all circum- stances. When they went into trench warfare they were found on the right of line." The training of our soldiers, he emphasised, bad been on the playgrounds of Britain. COLONEL'S BOOK. I Capt. Lloyd, responding on behalf of I all squadrons, referred to the honours won by their officers. They bad got wind up that night when they feared he was not coming, but Col. Llewelyn kept his word, as he always did. (Cheers). He referred to the D.S.O. distinction won by Col. Llewelyn, Col. Helme, Col. Bruce ,and Col. Vivian. Sergt.-Major Harry Griffiths, in the course of a striking speech, in which he dealt with the days of training and of service, said their dead lay in the four corners of the earth. They had a duty to them. He looked forward with de- light to the book the Colonel spoke of; he wanted liim to take up one other thing also—to see that something was done for the dependants of their dead. (Hear, hear). Everyone of them would be with him heart and soul in the matter. Then some of their old com- rades were crippled and incapacitated: they wanted to do what they could for ) them. If the Colonel took the question up he would bare the whole regiment be- bind him. (Cheers). Sergt. E. R. Smale proposed Our Guests/' to which Mr. Tom Rees respon- ded, the latter dwelling upon the won- derful reception accorded the Colonel, and regretting that his father, Sir John Llewelyn, had been unable to be present to witness it. Songs, etc., were rendered by Messrs. Bert Huggins, Mr. Geoff Price, Mr. Ivor Sims, Lieut. W. Hocking, Mr. Tom Thomas, and Lieut Cullis. The dinner was excellently served, and on all hands it was voted a memorable night.
IMAKING PROGRESS.I
I MAKING PROGRESS. I Inquiry at the hospital in Monday morn- ing, elicitaded the fact that Mrs. Clement, who was seriously injured in the Walter Road motor accident was progressing favourably. A similar report was given in the case of the boy who fell over the clai £ Munabiee on. Peace xiizht..
' ' SWANSEA .  ? SCENE…
  SWANSEA   SCENE ON SW ANSEA SANDS. 1 ITle k-rro, flying-imt above the head,- c,,f the crow(l. (Photo by Chapman, Swansea).
A CONCISE HISTORY OF THE OYSTER…
A CONCISE HISTORY OF THE OYSTER INDUSTRY. I pH 1 I The History of the Mumbles Oyster fishery, was discussed at some length by the South Wale-s Sea, Fisheries Committee last Saturday when a few interesting facts wer e brought to light. t" ——————— J J ———„ L "„„„.„„ ———. i
IBRASS BANDS. 1 >
BRASS BANDS. > West Wales Championship at Pontardulais. The eiahtoenth annual c.h:1.mvr.r. !:lJD contest of the West Wales Brass Bsnda Association were held on Beiie VUP Grounds, Pontaxdulais, on Saturday after- noon before a large crowd, and in Ideal w&ather. There was a record number of competing bands. The president was Mr. D. J. Davies, M.E., JH-rob Kwk Villa, and Mr. W. Halliwell. Wigan, was the adjudicator. The officers of the association were: Mr. J. Lake, I'enygroes. president; Mr. J. JOtl'G" Amman- ford, vice-president; Mr. T. II. Thomas, HrynammaD. financial secretary; and Mr. J. J. Williams, Trebanos. general secretary. The Icoal officials were Mr. David Allen, chairman of the committee; Mr. B. Rhys Morgan, vice-chairm.a.ii of the committee; M.r. Emlyn Jones, hon. treasurer; and Mr. Grift Morgan, AJlrt iagc-road. hon. secretary. The arrangements were splendid, and for the sixth time in' eucceseiwn at Pontav. dulaie the event was a, unique suooese. The awards were:- Class A, H<>E,,sini's Works." sixentriea, £ 15 and challenge ehield and gold medaJt: t, Q w a u n ~ca t: (in nv en (Mr. T. J. Rees); K. Penyeroes m. Williams); 3. Blaengwynfi (F. Wade). C'la/ss B. Zampa," IS entries, shield: 1, y&talyfera (P. Evans); Z. Seven Sisters (O. 1. MoTga-n); 3., C.It. Clydach ,J. T. Jones). Claes C, Country Life," thirteen entries, shield; 1, Llanelly tD.S. and S.); 2, Avon Valley (J. R, Coombesi; 5. Pontybereiu Town (R Prret). Timbering D. J. Davies, M.E Pontardulais; John Beynon. Groveaend; Thomas Bolfe. M.E., Llan- eennech. Excellent work was done here, and the had a stiff taek. Awards;— Colliers' class: 1, T. Bowen Jones, Ysgubor- wen. Bettws, Ammanford; 2 and 3. Divided between David Jones, Islwyn. Garnant, and William Henry Mathias, Pontardulais. Timbermen'a class: 1, 2, and 3: Divided between Daniel Jones, YetaAyfera; William Daviee, Garway. Kid,wp-lly; &nd W. Richards, Pantyff ynon.
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A fine of 40/- or 21 days was imposed on a labourer named Patrick Crofce (24) at Swansea on Monday for trn velling on the G.W.R. between Waterfcrd and LnQrewithout ticket- Ta. I
SSRCHGROVE E5STEDDF0D, I I
SSRCHGROVE E5STEDDF0D, I I I A very successful eisteddfod was held! at Nazareth Chapel, Birchgrove, on Saturday. The president; was Mr. Ashley Evans (Birchgrove Coll ierT); conductor, County Councillor Gwílym Davies, Bryn- coch; adj udicators: mus'c, Messrs. Ivor Owen (Manselton) and W. D. Clee (Ystal- | yfera); poetry and rscifcations, Mr. J. S. Davies (Eilir Mai); accompanists, Misses A. B. Williams and Linda Morgan; chair- man of coiiiiii-ittee, Mr. E. H. Thomas (schoolmaster); s?cretarias, Messrs. R. Leyshon and D. W. Morris; treasurer, Mr. John, Williams. The awards were: Children's solo unrkr 12: S.S., Glyn- neath. Pianoforte 80:0 under 13: 1. Bessie Rees (Bryna.mmau); 2, Bessie Dondo (Glais). Violin. solo under 15: Tudor Wil- liams (Bcnymaen). Solo under 14: David Evans (Salem, Llan^y le'ach). Recitation under 13: Divided b^-iweon Gertie Lewis (Wa ifliiarlw.vddi. Louisa Thomas (Glyn- neath). and Alice 3fay Williams (Craig- cefn-parc). Any Welsh eolo: 1, Donald I Kosher (Llansamlet); 2, D. Evans (Llan- gy-felach). Pianoforte solo under 17: 1. Elsie Thomas (Brynhyfryd); 2, divide'! between Linda. Beryl Jones (llansamlet.) and Gwvneth Bowen (Morrieton). Englyn: I j divided between It Ap Perllanog and CorB wyn Novice ?o: Ivor Francis (Skeiven). Contralto 6olo: divided be-I t?pc'n Maggie Davies (Man?eLon) and Katie Davids (1?'soh'en). Open recite- i tion: I, Miriam Evans (Glananiman); 2, May Davies (Ystrarlg-ynlais). Soprano solo: Miss Beatrice Anthony (Cwmbwrla). j Tenor solo: Mr. W. J. Colebroob (Swan- ■sea). Bass solo: Mr. Erldio Evans (Re- solven). Chair poem: Rev. T. C. Lewis f L1 wynhrwyfjffi u). The ceremony of chairing the euceess- | ful bard was witnessed with ke-èn interest by a crowded audience. Several local bards congratulated the winner with englynion." Chief choral com petit1 on Ystalyfera. ccnd acted by Mr. Jack JanieA-. Th? chairman of the eisteddfod committee announced that Mr. Ashley Evans (Birch- grove Colliery) had given a challenge cup. (value ten guineas), to Lhe conductor of the choir who i',l first succeed to win the prize three times, to be the owner of I same. '— I
THUSSES FOR "PARTICULAR" I…
THUSSES FOR "PARTICULAR" I PEOPLE. It you suffer from rupture and have to wear a truss, you will be eager to get the I proper kind fitted—your health depends upon it. The thing to do is to call at Rich, The Chemist, Ltd., 30, High-street, Swansea, and ask Mr. Rich to advise you prin-ately. Hours;. 11.Q to 6.CL i.
THE ROYAL HORSE.-I
THE ROYAL HORSE. I Artillery Memorial Service at Port Talbot. St. Theodore's Church, Port Talbot, was thronged on Sunday afternoon when an impressive memorial service was held by the 52 officers and men of the Glam- organ Royal Horse Artillery, who laid down their lives in the Great War. A strong contingent of R.H.A. men as- sembled at the depot at the Riding School in charge of Major T. J. David. and headed by the band of the Discharged Soldiers and Sailors, marched to St. Theodore's, being aocompanicd by many discharged men of other regiments. Mat- gam Urban District Council was repre- sented by Major Llewelyn David (chair- man), Mr. Henry Davies (vice-chair- man), several members and officials ot Aberavon Town Council by the Deputy Mayor (Aid. J. M. Smith), and a number of councillors. Seats were reserved for!  ll i the relatives of the fallen. TIle service at the church was conducted by the Vicar (Rev. D. J. Jonee, M.A.), the Rev. T. Ogwen Davies (St. Anne's), and the Rev. Z. Williams (vicar of Margam). The Vicar of Margam called out the names of the fallen, and the congregation knelt in silence. In the course of an address based upon Isaiah's vision, Mine eyes have &e,-D the King in his glory." Mr. Willia.11180n said that when the men of the R.H.A. left the depot they knew that they would acquit themselve6 worthily, and they had done so. There was a thrill of deep emotion while- the organist (Mr. Scaton) played the Dead March from Saul, and when the" Last llost was sounded.
- .SALVED THE TOURS.I
SALVED THE TOURS. The Manager off the Salvage Company's operations at Oxwich Bay, Gowev, met with an accident on Sunday aa a result Ooj which he is now in the Swansea Hospital. The official report states that Mr. Edward Neil, of Grimsby, was struck by a wire rope receiving abtlominel injuries.
A BOXING CHALENGE.I
A BOXING CHALENGE. In reply to the challenge of Shon Main- waring, l'on tarda we, T. J. Beynon signifies his willingness to meet him for a side- stake of £20, over 15 3-minute rounds, the Sporting News to hold side stakes and appoint referee. There is no more need for further newspaper advertisement" adds Beynon; 1st lis get the money down and go on withthA husiiiees.
I IN --THE -DISTRICTS.
I IN THE DISTRICTS. PONTARDAWE. I The funeral of Mrs. Sarah Davies, wife of Mr. Willie Davies, of Wauncoed, took place at St. Peter's Church on Saturday, and was largely att-onded. The Revs. Joel Davies (vicar), T. W. Jones, and J. Williaais officiated. There were a large number of floral tributes.. BRITONFERRY. I Two German submarines have arrived at Messrs. Ward's shipbreaking yard to be broken up, and others are expected. Anniversary services in c-onnedion with Salem Baptist Church were held on Sun- day. the special minister being the Rev. S. J. Leels, D.D., Cwmamman, Aberdare. DUNVANT. I The following have been successful 1D passing the entrance examination to Gowerton County School: Glyn Jefferies, Haydn Jones, W. J. Davies, Dessie Lewis, whilst Horace Jones, Robert Wolsely passed into the Swansea Municipal School. Whilst following hie employment at Kii!au ?Ilicry, Brynmor Roderick, an ex-Navy man, met with an accident, sus- ta i n ing a broken arm. E S. Chappell. the Great Ladies' and Gent's Tailor. allows 10 c-a Discount to Dis- charged Sailorsa Soldiers, and Dependents. SKEWEN. I In the London Matriculation list just issued appears the name of Vincent Kenneth Davies, son of Mr. Wm. Davies, Compton-road. On Saturday evening a Skewen concert party provided an enjoyable programme at the Cimla Sanatorium, the following taking part: Miss May OWén. Messrs. Harry Goulding, Richard Thomas, Tom Jones, Walter Kirk, D. Hughes, Emlyn Evans Jones, W. Kirk. Mies D. Evans Jones, and Mr. H. Goulding. Mr. Fronde, of the National Oil Refineries Ambulance Department, presided. E. S. Chappeil. the Great Ladies' end Gent's Tailor, allows 10 D.G. Discount to Dis- charged Sailoras Soldiers. and Dependents. MORRISTOM. I The Tabernacle Chapel, Morriston, was packed on Sunday for a Peace service. There was present a large muster of the Morriston V.A.D. in uniform, in charge of Mr. W. A. Wheel. Apart from a short address 'by the pastor, the Rev. J. J. W illiams, who based his address on TejTnasoedd y Ddaear," the service was entirely a musical one, under the baton of the recently appointed con- ductor, Mr. E. Hughson. Mrs. D. F. Edwards. Mr. G. J. Hill, and Mr. Willy Roberts took part. Mrs. T. J. Davies presided at the organ. A collection was made for the Hospital. E. S. Chappeil. the Great Ladies' and Gent's Tailor, tllowT- 10 Discount to Dis- charged Sailorss Soldiers and Dependenta. PORT TALBOT. I Through the kindness of Mrs. Llewelyn, Haglan Hall, Mrs. Clifford Jacob (wife of the commandant), and other ladies, the members of Aberavon and Port. Talbot, V.A.D., who have done excellent service for the wounded, with their wives and friends, enjoyed a pleasant outing to Baglan on. Saturday, where they were entertained to tea and sports. A .Labour conference was iveld at Port Talbot on Saturday night, when Mr. Silas Why brew, secretary of the National Labour Housing Association, spoke on the housing problem. Resolutions were passed protesting against public money being offered to limited liability com- panies to build inferior houses, to be. let at rentals based on supply and demand; advocating municipal enterprise; and urging loans free of interest to local authorities Irom the Exchequer, and in favour of rational ownership. Aid. Dd, Rees, J.P., County Councillor ior Aber- avon, presided. LLANELLY. I Mr. Tom Roberts, formerly of Lloyds Bank, Llanelly, has been appointed manager of the Rhymney branch. Early in the war he volunteered for the Navy. and has only just been discharged after serving in the Mediterranean. The Mayor of Llanelly (Councillor Dan Williams, J.P.) has the project of a treat for the town's discharged and demobilised men well in hand. Already £ 500 has been I received in contributions, and it is hoped that the local tradesmen will do their utmost to augment the fund. The pro- bable date of the trea t is the end of August. Two instrumental concerts were given by H.M. Grenadier Guards Band at Pare Howard, Llanelly, on Saturday. The band was conducted by Capt. Albert Wil- liams, M. V.O., and the proceeds were in aid of the local War Memorial. Out of 20 applicants, Mr. Ifor Jones, Croft House, Stanley-street, Llanelly, has been appointed dock constable by the i Llanelly Harbour Trust. He has served 12 years in the Grenadier Guards and four years in the Welsh Guards. At the meeting of the Llanelly Rural District Council, the Chairman (Mr. W. Y. Nevill) invested Bombardier Edwin J Beynon, Ynyghafren, Pontyberem, with the Military Medal, awarded for bravery in the field. Choir Sunday was observed at Green- field Baptist Chapel on Sunday, when "A Song of Thanksgiving (Maunder) was performed. The Llanelly borough schools broke up on Friday for the summer holidays. To I meet the wish of the King, an extra week has been given this year. I I Mr. D. J. Howell. an old Llaneilyits, who has resided in Russia for a long t ime. paid a visit to his native town last week. (I I only wi?h," he say&, "that the work- men of this country could Fee for them- selves what Bolshevism means." I
I NEED OF SANITY. I
I NEED OF SANITY. I Mr. T. G. Jones, C.C., the Director of National Kitchens, presiding at a Port Talbot Eisteddfod on Saturday, urged the workers to adopt sane views and cane methods, and the resolution passed by the Cwmtillerv miners lodge apipoared to him to be a fine example to other workers. It certainly showed that the WÖrkN"8 of the country were awakening to the peril that was in front of thean from extrem- iats. (Hoa*.
CASE DISMISSED.¡
CASE DISMISSED. ¡ Sequel to Llandilo Motor Tragedy, At the Llandilo Police Court on Setus. day Mr. T. C. Hurley, who represented the police mentioned the ease of Deputy- chief Constable Evans v. Jack Sydney Smith, a student residing at 7, Trumpicg- toft-road, Cowbridge. He said their wor- sÀips were aware of the evidence given before the coroner's jury, and he did not propose calling that evidence, but he was there ready with the witnesses to proceed with the case that day. Their lea-rned olerk acted as coroner, and he thought it would be a waste of time to caU the evi- dence in the ordinary v,-ay if they decided to take the same course as the ju-ry did on that occasion. Mr. Porter, who appeared for the other side, did not think it was fair to throw the burden for deciding on the clerk in a matter which should fall on the police. He did not think anyone could come to any other decision than the jury did at the inquest. The Bench retired with the clefk, anli on their return the chairman aaid they had come to an unanimous decision that there was no prima facie ca-se, and they dismissed the case. Deputy Chief Constable "Evans; The pr,smer is dischargryl? The Chairman: YeE-. The Deputy-chief Constat;,e tho Bench to certify for costs, and fhjs rwsi done. The ease referred to arose out of Mr. William Jones, Arfryn, Llandilo, being fatally injured in a motor accideni a week ago.
THE PRICE OF LAMB.
THE PRICE OF LAMB. Summoned at Swansea on Monday for sailing meat above the maximum price on June 21 at, Charles H. Dennis, butciher, Swansea Market, was fined £ 10. Evidence was given that defeiidant sold I,a,mb to one Cyril Davies at an excess profit of 58 per cent. Defendant said he wag a recently le de- mobbed n soldier, and did nQt knosr regulations.
SUNDAY FLYING.
SUNDAY FLYING. To the Editor. ir,I will be extremely obliged if yon w;ll publish in your paper a copy of the fOLoRing resolution that has been eent to his Worship the Mayor: The members of the Pantygwydr (un- sectarian) Brotherhood strongly protest against the flying of the Avro aeroplanes on Sundays on the grounds both of th.a desecration of the Sarbbath thereby and of the disturbance caused by the n.oiee of the engines. The Brotherhood alko wieh. to call attention to the recent action of the Council in refusing the Mumbles boatmen permission to ply for hire on Sundays, ftnd trust that the same rule will he applied to the flying of aeroplanes. Trusting that your Worship wpll placo '•'■h'-s resolution before the Watch Com- mittee, and that it will produce the de- sired result."—Yours, etc.. W. R. Edwards, hon. se&roiwTy. >
.TRADE OF SWANSEA. f
TRADE OF SWANSEA. f SWANSEA, Monday—The trade of the harbour last wees was much disorganised, by reason of the Peace Celebrations, which, practically continued for some days, a1)d the Government order suspending ship. raents of coal. The result was a loss of 25,000 tôns in the total trade, compared with the preceeding week and also the corresponding period of last year. The import trade continued quiet, but there was a further large clearance of general cargo. Shipments of coal and patent fuej were HÜ.IHZ tons. Imports 6,794 tons, exports 70,416 tons. and total trade 77.210 tons, compared with 102.488 tons the preceding week and 102,852 tona the corresponding week last year. Shipments of coal 50,242 tons, patent fuel 10.WO tons. and tinplate, iron, steel 9,774 tons, the laltter for Norway, Den- mark. Holland, France, Spain, Italy, and home ports. Shipments of tinplate 74,036 boxes, and receipts from works 78,573 boxes. Stocks in the dock warehouses and vans 187;023 boxes, compared with 182,492 boxes tbe preceeding week and 127,834 boxes at this date last year. Tonnage is due to load general cargo for Havre, Bordeaux, antes. Marseilles and Portugese port4 and Japan etc.
PONTARDULAIS BOXING.
PONTARDULAIS BOXING. Idris Jones Draws With Luther Thomas. "The Gym, Pontardnlais, was crowded on Saturday evening on the occasion of a boxing tournament, thfl first organised in the place. Results: Young Jones (Ammanford) v. DarieN --Jones won on points. Young Mathias (Pcatardulais) v ClJ ment O ptracigynlai.- — Mathias won easily on points. Teddy V> illiams v. Johns (both ct Gorseinon).—Johns retired in the fourth round. Tiemendous interest centred in tllo 15-roundcontcst between Idris Jonea (Ammanford) and Luther Thomas (YsV tradgynlaii), who had met on two preg vious occasions with a record of one win each. Jones was the favourites The opening rounds left honours easy, but in the third and fourth Joneat scored. Thomas took the points in the fifth, sixth and seventh, but Jones cams back again in the next. In the ninthi round Jones was floored, and there wera. loud cries of Foul. The bout, how- ever, proc-eeded and went the full (is- tance. In the closing stages some hle sparring was witnessed, and' Jones used a smart left with effect. The referee i declared the event a draw, a verdict which met with approval. The bouti was splendidly contested, and the tw lads did some really brilliant worlnj They will meet again shortly. Mr. Be.M Price was the promoter of the tauinM ment, and Stanley Mathias referee.
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A child, ot two, named Wm. John Turner. 3, Clase Road, Morriston. was knocked down by a motor car on Satur- day and sustained a scalp wound two inches loaac.