Papurau Newydd Cymru
Chwiliwch 15 miliwn o erthyglau papurau newydd Cymru
24 erthygl ar y dudalen hon
THE NEED FOR SILENCE.
THE NEED FOR SILENCE. Probably the greatest need in Wales to-day is for more general use of silence. Ninety per cent. of the troubles which arise in chapel, church, and public life are directly due to the too frequent use of the tongue. If those who feel aggrieved would only keep tongue between their teeth how much better, purer, and more dignified would our life be. There are those who seem to take delight in tale-telling and, even if these persons are passed all hope, those to whom the tales are carried could do much if they would only accept them in silence and not repeat them. Lowell's tribute to Lincoln was that he was one of the strong silent" men. No man with ready tongue ean be really as influential as he who thinks well before he speaks, and speaks but seldom. LICENSING SESSIONS. The licensing sessions are practically upon us, but Free Church Councils and the various temperance organisations have so far made no move to do anything. It is curious that so much noise can be made on special occasions; and so little solid work put in when it should be. Perhaps there are reasons. Perhaps it is only lassitude. THE ELECTRIC SCHEME. So Dr. Harries is once more on the war path. I hope this time he will succeed, because every- thing points now to the utilisation of the powers that we have. He pleads that the ship be not spoilt for a ha'porth of tar and I think that the Town Council can be trusted not to make this mistake. If it means something for the real benefit of the population they will go in I for it. It will, however, have to be very well proved and the scheme thoroughly considered before money is laid out. ABERYSTWYTH ALLOTMENTS. Aberystwyth new allotments are to be mapped out during this week and there are more applicants than there are plots. This is always the case because the applicants will not put in their requests until the land is secured. This wretched dog in the manger" policy is sufficient to check the enthusiasm of any association, and those who lose land because of their lack of enterprise are the ones who grumble. The only solution to this is to let them grumble: for it passes the wit of man to get land without applicants, and local authorities are quite within their rights in refus- ing to bother until those who want land have the gumption to apply for it. To-day the country is reaping the benefit of the potatoes planted twelve months ago, and unless things get better it is on the food we grow that we shall be dependent next year. FISHING IN THE BAY. Is it true, as Mr. J. H. Davies pointedly says, that there is not enough go" in local fisher- men to reap the rich harvest of the sea. I have not sufficient knowledge of the subject to ex- press an opinion, but on the surface of things I am rather inclined to agree with Mr. Davies. Certain it is that whenever the men go out fishing they catch fish; and it seems a logical assumption that if they went out more they would catch more, and what this would mean to the town every housewife knows full well. DISCHARGED SOLDIERS AND SAILORS' ASSOCIATION. During the week the Comrades of the Great War have held a meeting in Manchester, and there was some very pointed questioning. During the week also I have been making some enquiries about the Aberystwyth branch of tne Discharged Soldiers and Sailors' Association. ft is a very ticklish point about admitting men as full members who have never been "out," but unity is strength," and I should like this association, which has been organised by the men themselves, to be a success. If those who have been refused full membership join as honorary members they will at least be helping their fellows. This is not a time for splitting hairs. It is a time for consolidating, so that on demobilisation our brothers who come back shall come back to an organisation capable of serving them to the fullest. QUIBBLING. Portmadoc Council spent a lot of valuable time at their last meeting quibbling about 36s. It would have been better from a national point of view if they had paid the 36s. amongst themselves and said no more about it. Life is too short for these things. PWLLHELI POTATOES. A very important point was raised by the Pwllheli land holders with regard to the action of the Board of Agriculture in prohibiting the use of the potatoes that were used last year. I hope the allotment holders will be advised by those who understand the subject. It is of little use to put in seed potatoes that they have in stock only to find that they are all affected with disease. I agree that it is hard lines, but the allotment holders will find it harder lines if they go to the trouble of planting and spray- ing and then lose the lot. CONGRATULATIONS. Congratulations to Mr. White Phillips for the good work he has done in getting discharged men into work. A lot of committees are in the talking stage, so Dolgelley may be proud of itself. J.
TRISANT.
TRISANT. The funeral of Mr. William Jones, Fron Trisant, took place on Tuesday. The deceased was highly respected. The following ministers took part:—The Revs. Lloyd, Cwmystwyth; Dd Morgan, Penllwvn; Lewis, Charles Evans, T. R. Davies, T. Noah Jones, and William Jones. The deacons, who made references to the deceased's excellent qualities were Mr. Lewis, C.M., School House, and Mr. Evan Jones, Blaenpentre, and others. The singing was under the leadership of Mr. E. E. Jones, Blaenpentre. The ministers who officiated at the graveside were the Revs. T. Rhys Jones, Cynon: Isaac Joel. Rhvdyfelin; G. Bedford Roberts, Ystumtuen and J. Lloyd, Cwmyst- wytli. The chief mourners were the Rev. T. Mason Jones and Mr. Joseph Jones, Mr. D. Edwin Davies, Mr. W. T. Davies, London; Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Davies, Rhondda; Mrs. EI; Mason, Gelli, Mr Edwin Mason, ^Gelli, Rhondda, grandchildren; Mrs. M. Edwards, Gower-place, London, niece; Mr. David Evans, Gwarhos, Devil's Bridge, nephew; Mr. E. J. Jones, Yspyttv; Miss Williams, Rhydyronen, Tre- garon; Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Llanafan; Mr. and Mrs. Davies. Devil's Bridge; Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Trisant; and Mrs. Davies, Devil's
ABERFFRWD.
ABERFFRWD. A well-attended entertainment, for soldiers home on leave was given on Friday evening. Mr. David Stephens, Llwynderw, presided, and conducted. At the opening all stood and sang a Welsh hymn. The following contributed to the programme:—Mr. Isaac Jenkins, Miss Rebecca Davies, Miss Dilys Davies, Miss Mor- gan, Miss Margaret Evans, Miss Doris Thomas, Dolfawr; Miss E. A. Thomas and friends; Miss Catherine Thomas, Dolfawr; Miss Gwladys. Morgan; Mr. Wm. Evans; Mr. J. B. Jones, Penllwyn; competition in reading, Miss M. E. Jenkins, winner; Miss Eleanor Maud Jenkins, Penffrwd, Cwmrheidol; Miss Morgan and Mr. W. Ball Jenkins; Miss Annie Gwen Davies, Erwtoma; Miss Maggie Lloyd, Pisgah, Pen- bwlchheble; competition, reading, first prizf: divided between Miss Eunice Davies and Miss Margaret Evans, second prize between Miss Agnes Thomas, Dolfawr, and Miss Eleanor M. Jenkins, Penffrwd; Miss Dorothy Jenkins, Aberffrwd; Miss Lizzie Olwen Morgan, Gelly- fach, Cwmrheidol; Mr. Isaac Jenkins; Mr. Dd. T. Davies, Pisgah; Miss E. A. Thomas, Dolfawr, and Miss Bessie Owen, Typoeth; Miss Jennie Morgan; Miss Margaret Jane Davies, Erwtoma; Mr. W. B. Jenkins and party Miss Dorothy Jenkins; wit competition, Mr. Johnnie Lloyd, Pisgah; M'r. Francis Jones; Mr. Johnnie Lloyd, Pisgah; Miss Morgan and Miss Jones, Pen.lwyn; Mr. James Jones, Pen- llwyn. The Welsh national anthem was led by MT. Isaa.c Jenkins. A letter was read from Bombardier F" J F, Vanntian A h"vr1r1:r"n. Cwmrheidol, expressing his gratitude for the I present received during his recent furlough. A similar message hag been received from Gn'r. E. David Morgan, Gellyfach. A vote of thanks was proposed by the Chairman to all those who had taken part, seconded by Mr. E. C. Jones, Glyncoed, Rheidol Valley. I
LONDON.
LONDON. The usual monthly temperance meeting was held on Thursday in connection with Holloway Welsh Chapel, Sussex-road. The programme was compiled by the Secretary (Mr. Rees Jones). The Rev. Williams Davies B.A., Care presided. The programme included pianoforte solo, Miss Lizzie Williams; recitation, Master Emrys Edwards; solo, Gwladys Eales; recita- tion, Miss May Williams; solo, Mr. Griffith Roberts; recitation, Mr. Rees Jones; solo, Miss Lena Evans; and Mrs. Lily Coglan; Chairman's address on "Temperance;" solo, Miss Hilda Eales; recitation, Master Emrys Edwards; solo, Miss Nellie Edwards; and Mr Griffith Roberts; recitation, Mr. Rees Jones; end solo, Mrs Lily Coglan. On the proposition of Mr. W. J. Edwards, seconded by Mr. David Jones, the Chairman and all who assisted were thanked and Miss Nellie Edwards led the National Anthem.
THE WAR DAY BY DAY.
THE WAR DAY BY DAY. MONDAY. On the British front the enemy raided north- cast of Langemarck. Hostile artillery was active south-west of Cambrai and north of Lens and in the Passchendaele sector. The French made various successful raids into enemy lines in Champagne and to the north of St. Mihiel, bringing in prisoners. An enemy surprise attack in the Fontenelle region was without result. TUESDAY. In an air raid on London forty-seven persons were killed and 169 injured. One enemy machine was brought down in Essex. On the British front a hostile raiding' party was driven off in the neighbourhood of Aleux-en-Gohelle. In Upper Alsace, after a short artillery prepara- tion, French detachments penetrated into enemy's organisations f.outh-east of Seppois-lc- Haut, destroyed numerous dug-outs; and brought back prisoners. WEDNESDAY The British successfully attacked a German post north-east of Avocourt. French patrols to the north of the Aisne brought in some prisoners. THURSDAY. The number of ships sunk during the week was 9 (1,600 tons or over), 6 (under 1,600 tons), and 1 fishing vessel an increase of 8 on last week.
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OBSERVATIONS* t
OBSERVATIONS* t Revenge may give satisfaction, but it provides no remedy. Time more frequently dulls sensation than heals injury. Things are valued not according to their worth, but according to our senses and powers of perception. The force of truth lies in its own eternal suggestiveness and in the certainty of its re- discovery age after age. Out of our most terrible experiences and bereavements there frequently grow our greatest, grandest, and best cherished memories. Love's most terrible ordeal is to have its sincerity doubted. Often wealth is only prized because other people want it. Nineteen twentieths of the joy of life depend on what you have not got. Old age possesses riches of which youth knows nothing and cannot obtain except by the slow passing of time. The Coast. J.G.
ABERYSTWYTH.
ABERYSTWYTH. ON LEAVE.—Among those home this week were Signaller Ambrose Lloyd, R.F.A., Alex- andra-road; Pte. Herbert Jones (senior), and Pte. H. Jones (junr.), The Don; Pte. David Jones, K.S.L.I.; and Pte. Morris Davies, S.W.B., Greenfield-street. TEA AND CONCERT.—Mr. and Mrs. S. G. Rudler entertained the inmates of the Work- house to tea on Wednesday week. Cigarettes and sweets were distributed and a concert, and lantern show was given. A pleasant time was spent and a hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr. and Mrs. Rudler on the proposition of Miss Stewart, seconded by Mr. John Campbell. VISTT.-The Rev. Thomas Bowen, secretary of the South Wales C.M. Central Auxiliary Fund, has visited during the week the follow- ing churches on behalf of the new scheme for the betterment of pastoral and ministerial charges—Berth, Gcsen, Horeb, Blaenplwyf, Trisant, and Goginan, and he also addressed the monthly meeting at Shiloh on Tuesday on behalf of the same fund. It is gratifying to learn that several of the weak churches in North Cardiganshire have been substantially benefited by the operations of this new scheme. Mr. Bowen was well received in all the centres and by the monthly meeting. DEACONS. At a church meeting at Taber- nacle last ThursdaV it was decided to proceed with the consent of the monthly meeting to the election of a further number of deacons which will take place during the next. week. Y.M.C.A.—An improvement has been made at the Y.M.C.A., the former reading room having been turned into a billiard room and the former billiard room into a reading room. The advantages of the improvement when con- certs are held are many. WESLEYAN CHURCH—Mrs. Capt. Jones presented the prizes to the scholars of the Wesleyan Sunday School on Sunday afternoon. The attendance during the year had been over seventy-five per cent. of the number on the books. Dr. Stephenson and Mr. Hargate, superintendent, expressed gratification at the successful results attending the year's work. The number on the books at the present time is ne.irly 100. Preparations are well in hand for the forthcoming church bazaar to be held on February 28th. CHILDREN'S HOM.E.-At the Wesleyan Church, on Friday evening, a lantern lecture was given on the work of t' e National C .iicLen's Home and Orphanage. The work done in the numerous homes both for the poor as well as for orphan children of respectable parentage was described and Dr. Stephenson referred to the fact that the National Children's Homes were homes and not barracks, the aim being to give the children a real home life and to fit them I out to earn. There was a large attendance and a collection was made for the local branch of the Young Leaguer's Union which had organ- I' I ised the lecture. HOSPITAL CONCERT.-A pleasant evening was spent at the Red Cross Hospital on Sat- urday when a concert organised by Nurse Long was given. An excellent programme was presented and during the interval refreshments were served. Sergeant Farmer acted as chair- man. Nurse Warrington, Gunner Wilson. and Private Picknell gave songs, and Nurses Bonsall and Long were encored in a duet, as also was Nurse de Say Thomas for her whistling solos. I Humorous turns were given by Mr. Farrow and Mr. Eddie Parry, U.C.W. Nurse Ceri Williams and Scout Reg Farrow also contri- buted to the programme. A short sketch was presented in which the parts were taken by Nurse Witcher and Private Lott. The princi- pal event was the last item, Some Orchestra," composed of the "Nibs," who were nurses dis- guised in all manner of costumes, and who sent the audiences into roars of laughter. A vote of thanks was accorded the Matron, Nurse Lone, the promoter of the concert, and the artistes. N.S.P.C.C. AND CHILD-NEGLECT.—The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Clii.drc-n investigated 2,807 complaints of neglect and cruelty in England, Wales, and Ireland during the month of December. Of the 2,774 com- pleted cases 2,705 were found true, affecting the welfare of 8,262 children and involving 3,426 offenders. Warnings were •• "lfd in 2,46: cases; 100 were prosecuted (resulting in 99 convictions), and 143 were dealt with by transfer or in other ways. From its foundation in 1884 the Society has dealt with 977,787 com- plaints, involving 2,751,177 children. In the Aberystwyth branch during the same mont", four cases were dealt with, affecting sixteen children. POTATO DISEASE—Useful booklets have been received by the local Horticultural Representa- tive on Potato Disease and its Prevention." They can be had on application at the Cam- brian News" Store i. BETHEL WELSH BAPTIST CHURCH.—At the Schoolroom on Thursday a successful con- cert was given by Band of Hops children. In the unavoidable absence of Mrs. Hughes Grif- httis, (Jytanwei (who contributed generously towards the funds) the chair was taken by Capt. David James, J.P. There was an ex- cellent attendance, and the children acquitted themselves admirably under the leadership of Mrs. Joseph Edwards, assisted by Miss Ed- wards, and Miss Louie Saunders Jones as accompanists. The first part was miscellaneous and was taken paTt in by the choir; Glyn Mor- gan Dilys Evans; Phyllis Rees; Connie Mills; Gwyneth Hughes; Gwladys and Maggie Davie^r; Doris Huglies; Katie, Eirlys, and Glyndwr Roberts; Lydia Jarman; C. Powell; Stanley Jenkins; Olwen Edwards; Florrie Poweli; Gwladys Jenkins-, Annie Jenkins, Betty Ellis; Gwyneth Roberts; Elwyn Jones; J. Louis Morgan; Rhianon Morgan; Ceinwen James; Maggie Jones; Alec Mills; Ivy Olive Powell; Gwenliian SalAr; and John C. Thomas. In the second part the children performed, in character, the popular cantata entitled "Granny's Pledge." The performers were Lilian Thomas; Lizzie Davies, Dicky Ellis and Glyndwr Morgan; Eunice Humphreys, Eurwen Hywel Rees, Gwladys Davies, Lily Edwards, Rhianon Morgan (queen); Phyllis Rees, Peggy Thomas, Meiriona Hughes, Sal Davies, and Lily Olive Davies; Daisy James; Gwyneth Hywel Rees; Ceinwen James; Miriam J oseDh; Leslie Rees; Glyndwr Roberts; John Samuel Jarman; Glyn Evans; Connie and Alec Mills: J. Cyril Thomas; Gwenllian Saer; and David Mills. The concert ended by the singing of "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau" by Miriam Joseph, representing "Wales," and "God Save the King," bv Daisy James representing "England." The proceeds were to provide comforts for the soldiers, and a good sum was realised. MILITARY.-Lieut. Leonard C. Lewis, the Welsh Regiment, has been temporarily attached to the signal service and is now employed as instructor at a corps school in France. WELSH HYMNOLOGY-At the Welsh So iety on Monday, under the presidency of the Rev. Nathaniel James, Professor Morgan Lewis U.C.W., delivered an address on Welsh hvmn- ology. On the proposition of the Rev. J. Lewis Williams, seconded by Principal Roberts, a vote of thanks was accorded Professor Lewis, the meeting terminated after singing "O Fryniau Caersalem," Mr. J. C. ficLean, F.R.C.O., accompanying. POTATO SPRAYING.—Mr. S. G. Jones, M.Sc., U.C.W., has been appointed by the Board of Agriculture organiser of potato spray- ing for Merioneth, Cardigan, Carmarthen, Pem- broke, Brecon, Radnor, pn 1 Montgomery, and is now engaged lecturing t cntres on "Potato Disease and its Prevention." Lectures have already been given at Llanuwchllyn, Dyffryn, and Tregaron. FUNERAL OF CAPTAIN DAVIES—The funeral of Captain Davies, Lorne, High-street, took place on Saturday, the Rev. J. Mawddwy Jones officiating at the house, and the Rev. LI. I Jones at the graveside. The mourners were Mrs. Davies, widow; Miss 'Davies, daughter; Mr | and Mrs. Thomas Davies, son and daughter-in- law; Mr. and IVfrs. Edward Davies, son and daughter-in-law; Mr. and Mrs Richard Davies. son and daughter-in-law; and several of the grand-children; Mrs. Jarman, Cambrian-street, Mis. J. Davies, Trefechan, Mrs. Evans, Bod- lordeb, cousins; the Misses Lezzie and M. Lewis Jones, nieces; and Miss Davies, Trefechan. WAR SAVINGS.—The plan of the National War Savings Committee to find 25,000 shop- keepers and licence holders to sell war savings certificates and war bonds over the counter is being taken up enthusiastically all over the country. In Aberystwyth three new shops have taken up the scheme—Messrs. T. W.. Powell and Co., Mr. W. H. Jones, and Messrs. M. H. Davis and Sons. Certificates may also be pur- chased at Messrs T. Ellis and Co. and Mr. D. W. Teviotdale, where siiecefsful associations have been in existence for about fifteen months. The Hon. Secretary of the local War Savings Committee plr. D. P. H. Ashton) will be pleased to supply information to anyone who is interested in the movement. The monthly re- turns of the War Savings Association continue to show an increase in subscriptions and several associations hope to reach the 1,000 certificates or £ 1,000 mark before the end of the present quarter (March 31st). The returns showing the sale of certificates and war bonds for the week ending January 26th are not quite complete. The figures received are:—Number of certifi- cates sold, 200; subscription to war bonds, £ 3,025; and the total subscriptions to war bonds £ 49.585. BILLIARDS.—The winner of the billiard tournament which has been in progress for some time at the Y.M.C.A. was Mr. Sydney Richards, Vaenor-street. Mr. D. W. Jones has succeeded in gaining the second prize. C.M. MONTHLY MEETING.—The monthly meeting of North Cardiganshire Calvinistic Methodists was held at Shiloh on Tuesdav and Wednesday. The Rev. Wm. Jones, Pontrhyd- fendigaid, presined at the Tuesday afternoon conference and in the evening the preacher was the Rev. T. C. Williams, M.A., Menai Bridge. The same ministers conducted the Wednesday meetings when powerful sermons were preached. OBITUARY—The death occurred on Thurs- day of Mrs. Catherine Jones, aged eighty-five years, the widow of Captain James Jones, Prim- rose, Portland-street. Capt. Jones predeceased her about thirty-one years. The funeral took place on Tuesday morning, interment being made at the Cemetery, the Rev Ll. A. Jones officiating. The chief mourners were Mr. J. Lewis Jones, Queen's-road, son; Miss Jane Jones and Mrs. M. A. Jones, daughters; Miss Gladys Jones, Stockport; Miss Helena Jones, Conway, grand-daughters; Captain and Mrs. Davies, Powell-street: and Mrs. Davies, High- street. FUNERAL.—The death took place last week, ) in her rooms at Bourneville, Trinity-road, of I Miss Mercy Doidge, last surviving child of Wm Doidge a.nd Martha Pethwick, his wife, of Portsmouth. Miss Doidge, who had attained I the great age of ninety-nine, retained her health and strength to the last. She was buried on Tuesday in Towyn Churchyard, the same grave as her mother who predeceased her in 1877. The service in the Church was taken by the Rev. Noel Williams and Mr. Eyre Evans, and at the graveside the Rev. Thomas Williams offered prayer. The mourners were her nephew, Mr. Frank Whatley- and Mrs. What- lev, her nephew-in-law; Mr. Bevan, and her great-niece, Miss Mariorie Bevan, all of Bristol. Amongst those present were Principal Roberts and his brother, Dr. Roberts of Towyn; Miss Pughe, Aberdovey; Miss Pughe Evans, Aberystwyth; and other friends. The deceased was a sister to Miss Annie Doidge who predeceased her some years ago, was an artist of high fame.
GOGINAN.
GOGINAN. Another successful meeting arranged by the Local Receptioin Committee was held at Dyf- fryn Schoolroom on Tuesday evening to ex- tend a hearty welcome to Captain D. Richards, Mount Pleasant, home for a few days from his ship. A muster of well-wishers assembled. Though these reception meetings come pretty often there are no signs of weariness or de- creasing interest. The chairman was Mr Pugh, Penblrvn., who received an enthusiastic re- ccption. Ir. Griffiths, Goginanfach, was con- ductor, and was at his best, as he invariably is when soldiers and sailors are honoured. The programme was splendidly carried out and the artistes gave of their best. The following con- tributed to the programme: Miss Maggie Wil- liams, Master D. Lewis Pugh, Master T. R. Davies, Master Gordfon Mathias, Miss Blod- wen M. Richards, Miss Myfanwv Mathias, Miss Katie and Master Tommy Mason (encored). In his address, the President dwelt on the perils of the sea, the inhuman actions oif the enemy, cur indtfotedness to the merchant. service, the noble traditions of our seamen, the duty of all to defeat the enemy in his attempt to starve this country. The concert Continued— Song, Mrs Lewis, Loveden-place; song, Miss Morgan, Goginanfawr; recitation, Master Tommy Mason; and recitation, Mr. Richard Williams. Capt. Richards was then called on to the platform to receive the presentation, which consisted of a beautiful attache case. The presentation was made by the Chairman and was suitably acknowledged by Capt.. Rich- ards. He gave an account of his experiences diuring his last voyage and how tjwo sub- marines had unsuccessfully attempted to tor- pedo his ship. The Captain was enthusiastic- ally cheered when he said that every one of sixteen food ships in his convoy arrived safely in port. Speeches were made by the Con- ductor and the Rev. D. Morgan. The last part of the programme included a duet by Mr. Leonard Davies and Mr. Hugh M. Evans, and a solo by Mrs. Lewis, Loveden-place, and Mr. Hugh M. Evans. Thanks to the Chairman, Conductor, and the artistes was proposed by the Rev. D. Morgan and seconded by Mr. D. Herbert, C.M. Mr. H. M. Evans led in the National Anthems.
BORTH.
BORTH. Pte. Griffith E. Morgan, S.W.B., youngest son of Mr. J. R. Morgan, Brynbwl, is home. was wounded at Mametz Wood and is likely to proceed overseas again. The Rev. Crwvs Williams spoke at Libanus Vestry on Tuesday evening on behalf of the Bible Society. The Pastor (the Rev. J. C. Evans) presided. Over £ 2 has been subscribed by the pupils rf the National School to the British and Foreign Sailors Society. The school has contri- buted0 to this fund for the past twenty years. G. J. Morris, chemistry section, R'Y81 Engineers, arrived home from France on short leave prior to joining the R.F.C. Mr. Lewis J. Herbert left on Tuesday to ;oin the mercantile marine. A lifebelt with the name "Ogaland" has been picked up on the beach. It weighs 14 pounds and is filled with rope yarns. A box of ammunition has also been picked up. The death occurred on Friday of Mr. Rd Rowland James (Dickie), eldest son of Mr Rd. James, J.P., Brynllys. Though he had been ailing- for a long time the news of his death came unexpectedly. He was always ready to help any good cause and had a cheery word for everyone. He is mourned by five sisters and three brothers and a host of relatives and friends. The funeral took place on Wednesday. The service at Brynllys was conducted by the Rev. Caron Jones and the Rev. J. R. Morgan, Treharris, and at the graveside by the Revs. R. J. Rees. Aberystwyth, and R. H. Jones, Llandre. The mourners were: Mr. James, father: Mr and Mrs Morris, Brynowen, and the Misses Morgan, Sand marsh, sisters; Misses Delis, Jane, Frances, and Effie, sisters; Messrs Enoch Watkin. Dewey, and Jim, brothers; Mrs Hughes, Hillside (aunt); Captain and Mrs. Jones and family, Glanmor (aunt); Mr and Mrs Davies, Ballarat: Rev. and Mrs. D. A. Thomas, Llanafan: Miss Edwards and Tom Edwards, Dolfor; Rev. and Mrs. R. J. Rees, Aberystwyth; Prof. Jenkyn Jones and Mrs. Jones; Miss James and Mr. J. M. James, Cambrian Stores; Mr. Willie and Johnnie Mor- ris, Ddolau, cousins; Mr and Mrs James, Tyn- rhos; Mrs Morgan, Garn House, and Mrs. James. Garn House; Mr. Morgan, Pwllglas.
PONTERWYD. '
PONTERWYD. A successful meeting of a miscellaneous char- acter was held at the Council School on Satur- day. The chair was occupied bv Mr. John Howells, Cwmergyr, who delivered a. timely and interesting address and gave a liberal donation to the Sewing Class. The Chairman was supported on the platform by the Rev. C. Evans, Mr. R. Lloyd Jones (conductor), Miss A. E. Hall, and Miss Jones, Aberystwyth.' There were also on the platform two of our boys home on leave from France-Lance Cpl. Evan Edward Jones, Ystumtuen, and Private David Davies, Winllan Wen, who were pre- sented with a parcel of comforts and a copy of the New Testament. A long programme of songs and recitations was gone through to which the following contributed—Miss Maggie- Davies, Tymawr; Mr. John Williams, Rhydy- pererinion; Mr D. Watkin Davies. Tymawr; School Party, Ponterwyd; Miss Olwen Davies, Tymawr; Miss Claudia Oliver, Dolchenog, Cwm- ystwyth; Mr. David W. Morgan, Tymawr; Miss S. Jones, Ffosddu, and friend; Miss Eunice Richards, Fort, Ystumtuen; Mr. Wm. Hop- kins, Dolwen, and party; gramaphone sel- ections by Mr. Emrys Jones, Broncastell: Mr. David Thomas's party, Ponterwyd; and Mr. David Mason, Ystumtuen. The Welsh national anthem concluded the entertainment, led by Miss Claudia Oliver, Dolchenog, Cwmystwytli
YSTUMTUEN.
YSTUMTUEN. A concert was given on the 19th January when, the following contributed to the pro- gramme-he Chairman (Mr. John Dd. Rich- ards, Bw;.drain), an address; Mr Dd. Thomas, Ponterv.yd; Master Benjamin James Daniel, Penrhiwceir; Miss Hilda Mason, Ystumtuen Miss Olwen Williams; Miss Minnie Davies, Ty- mawr; Miss Pollie Griffiths; Miss Catherine Thomas, Dolfawr; Mr. David Watkin Davies, Tymawr; Miss Bronwen Owen; Mr. David Thomas and party: Miss Dinah Thomas; Miss E. A. Thomas, Dolfawr, and Miss Bessie Owen, Typoeth; Mr. David Thomas and party: Miss Maggie Daniel, Penrhiwceir; Mr David' Mason; and Miss A. E. Jones. The pro- gramme was compiled by Miss Elizabeth Jen- kins and Miss Elizabeth Daniel. The pro- ceeds were for soldiers home on leave. Lance Corpl. Evan Edward Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Jones, Nantbyr, is home. He is one of several brothers who have answered the call of duty.
CARDIGAN.
CARDIGAN. The people of Cardigan were startled in the early hours of Sunday morning by an alarm of fire which had broken out on the premises of the Cardigan Mercantile Co., Ltd. The firm have extensive buildings at the side of the nver, near Cardigan Bridge. The fire brigade were soon on the spot. but the fire had gained a good hold, and was burning furiously, the flames lighting up the surrounding countryside for miles. Adjoining the company's premises is the Bridgend Foundry, and the firemen directed their chief efforts to preventing the spread of the fire to this building, and suc- ceeded. It was not until about 9 on Sunday morning that the fire was finally subdued. One block of the Mercantile Company's buildings ■was gutted and valuable machinery was des- troyed. Some thousands of pounds' damage has been done.
Striking Welsh .Figures.
Striking Welsh .Figures. THE WHITE PLAGUE FIGHT. Mr. Edward Powell, Newfown, presided at the quarterly meeting of the Council of the Welsh Memorial Association, held at the Shire Hall, Shrewsbury, on Friday after- noon. The General Director (Mr. D. W. Evans) gave figures showing the comparison with Ireland pend Scotland, insured' persons! and their dependents in Wales being in a far better posi tion. In moving the adoption of the General Purposes Committee report, he said that a parliamentary return (cd. 8.845) on sanatorium treatment, 1914-15 had been submitted to Par- liament, and he proceeded to deal with it. Mr. T. H. Edwards, Aberystwyth, said that the items in the General Purposes report were very pleasant reading. The total populations were England, 33,642,575; Scotland, 4,760,904; Wales (including Monmouthshire), 2,410,917: total, 40,831,596. Of this total England had 82 per cent., Scotland 12 per cent., Wales, 6 per cent. Based on the figures the approximate number of insured persons was England, 10,080,000; Scotland, 1,520,000; and Wales, 624,COO. During 1915 the number of insured persons and dependents' receiving treatment was-England, 26,000; Scotland, 3,000; and Wales, 3,500. Out of 32,000, 3U,000 were cases of pulmonary tuberculosis, and of the total England treated eighty per cent. and Wales and Scotland ten per cent. The important point was this. If they took the treatment per thousand of insured persons they found that Wales treated 5.61; England, 2.6; and Scot- land, 2.05; and if the enquiry were confined to those who received institutional treatment they would find that per thousand of insured per- sons the numbers were-England, 2.1; Scot- land, 2.1; but Wales, 3.6; and all these figures showed that Wales was in a better position with regard to insured persons than England or Scotland.
TALYBONT.
TALYBONT. On Saturday another concert was held to welcome three soldier boys. They are Lance- corporal Johnny Evans, M.G.C.; Signaller V. Hughes, Welsh Regiment; and Private Emlyn Morgan, S.W.B.; and an Australian, Private George Potter. The chair was occupied by Mr R. T. Griffiths, The Mill. Sergeant Thomas also spoke in English. A sum of money was handed to the soldiers by Mrs. H. M. Davies and Miss Jenkins. As each soldier rose he was loudly cheered. The following contributed to the pro- gramme :—Miss Mary Jones, Master Denis Hughes, Miss Anne Mary Jones, Miss Nellie Owen, Miss Jennie Hughes, Miss Ruffina Owen and party, Miss Louisa Humphreys, Miss Eunice Evans, Misses Phillijps, Llwynglas; Miss Gladys Jones, Mr. J. Roland Jones, and Miss James. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Chairman and all who had taken part. Her many friends will be pleased to learn that Miss Ethel Leake, assistant at the Council School, has secured a post at the L. and P. Bank, Aberdare. The school staff and children gave her a handsome Dresent. consisting of a beautiful gold brooch and fountain pen as a mark of esteem and respect. Her genial per- sonality will be greatly missed in the place.
DEVIL'S BRIDGE.
DEVIL'S BRIDGE. An entertainment was given on Wednesday to make a presentation to the Rev. T. Noah and Mrs. Jones of Eglwys Newydd. The concert was presided over by Mr. F. P. Lightfoot. The programme, compiled by Mr. T. J. Williams, Rhosycrynau, was contributed to by the follow- ing :-Master William Jenkins, Dyffryn Cell; Miss Rosina Maud Evans, Llaneithr; Miss Mar- garet Jane Lewis, Bodcoll; Messrs. Isaac Williams, Bancyrhydd; D. Jenkins, Dyffryn Cell;- Miss Katie Lloyd, Penlonfedw; Mr Willie Jenkins, Dyffryn Cell; Mr. David Davies, Dolau; Miss Rachel Anne Davies, Dolau; Miss E. A. Jones, Tynlone; Miss May Lewis, Botcoll; topicals, composed by Mr. William Davies, Win- llanwen, and sang by Mr. T. J. Williams; Miss M. S. Davies, Bronwaun. The Chairman stated that Mr. T. N. Jones had been nearly twenty years at Eglwys Newydd. An address in Welsh was given by Mr. T. V. Lewis, Nantarthur, who made special mention of Mrs. Jones's consistent kindness. The presentations were made by Mr. T. V. Lewis, Nantarthur, who in the unavoid- able absence of Mrs. Lewis through indisposi- tion represented her and handed to the Vicar an. iiluminated address which was prepared by Miss Mary Hall, Cartrefle, Ponterwyd, and a cheque. The testimonial to Mrs. Jones, which consisted of a Welsh prayer book, Welsh hymn book, and an English prayer book, and was made by Mrs. Wm Davies, Dolau. Further speeches were made by the Rev. Charles Evans, Ysbytty Cynfyn, and' Mrs. Richards, the Schools; Mr. Lightfoot's father-in-law (Mr. Waltho, Great Barr, Birmingham), Mr. Daniel Thomas, Mr. Jenkin Lewis, and Mr. J. D. Lewis, Bodcoll. The Rev. T. N. and Mrs. Jones suitably acknowledged the testimonial.
"DEVIL'S BRIDGE.
"DEVIL'S BRIDGE. Mr. F. P. Lightfoot, Hafod Hotel, occupied the pulpit o'f St. Iago's Church on Sunday evening and preached an able sermon. Signaller David Davies, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Davies, Winllanwen, who was reported seriously wounded, has recovered and is home.
LLANGORWEN.
LLANGORWEN. On Sunday prizes given by Mr. and Mrs. Francis, Wa-llog, were distributed to members of the Church Sunday School. The secretary (Mr. W. E. Edwards, The Cross, Clarach) and the superintendent (Mr. E. Lewis, Troedybryn, Bow Street), made the presentations. Amongst those who made full attendance (52) were T. Hugh Hughes, Evan Oliver Hughes, Bow Street and Dick Davies, Nantvfallen, Bow Street. Thomas Hugh Hughes, Railway View, Bow Street, was also awarded a special prize for having attended ten years without missing one Sunday. Mr. Hughes is a pupil at Aberyst- wyth County School. After the presentation a vote of thanks was accorded Mr. and Mrs. Francts on the proposition of Mr. E. Lewis, seconded by Mr. J. R. Hughes, Bow Street. Mr. and Mrs Francis have for several years given the prizes, which are greatly appre- ciated.
LLANILAR.
LLANILAR. The funeral of Mrs. James, Coedllys, took place on Saturday. The remains were laid to rest at the Churchyard. A great number of relatives were present. The officiating clergy were the Rev. J. F. Lloyd, vicar, and the Rev. D. W. Davies, vicar of Llanrhystyd. The Rev. D. Maldwyn Davies, secretary for the Waifs and Strays thanks the parishioners of Llanilar with Rhostie for contributing E2 7s. to the Society through the local secretary, Mrs Peel. Last week's subject for discussion by the Society was "Which has the most influence in developing character: Friend or Foe?" The chairman was Mr. J. Richards, Pantygwyfol. Mr. R. Davies, P.C., opened in favour of friend. Mr. J. Samuel, station master, Strata Florida, championed the other side in an ori- ginal and humourous paper. In the-discussion the following took part: .Messrs Iorwerth Ed- wards, E. Lloyd, Jenkin Jones Williams, Bethel; D. Lewis, D. Jones, Strata; J Parry, Morgan Edwards, and J. J. Jones, Tyncoed! When the vote was taken it went in favour of foe.
FOOD OFFICER'S FORMS
FOOD OFFICER'S FORMS WHERE TO OST AIN COPIES. The Cambrian News" has printed copies of "Retail Butchers, Buying Certificate, A," "Home-killed Beef and Mutton Certificate IV also "Frozen Beef and Mutton Certificate, C," and the "Retail Butchers Form of Application for Buying." The "Cambrian News" can quote the Food Officer s special rates for these forms, but appli- cations should ba made promptly
RHEIDOL VALLEY.
RHEIDOL VALLEY. Miss Bessie Owen, Typoeth, has received a subscription from Mr. Alfred J. ilodgkjnson- Caiiington, C.M.E., for the central fund at Devil's Bridge for soldiers coming home on leave. Before his departure, Gunner Evan David Morgan received a further sum from Aberffrwd Entertainment Committee. At Bethel Wesleyan Chapel in the after- noon the service was conducted by the Rev. Thomas Morris, Pontrhydygroes. The death took place on Wednesday at Gwarllyn of Mr. David Davies. Dolfawr plantation, on a portion of the land occupied by Mr. Henry Thomas of Doifawr Farm, has been transferred by Mr. David James Thomas, Pontardulais, to Mr. A. Far- ley, a timber merchant of the same town. Felling was resumed in this oak woodland last week by Mr. Farley and his two sons.
ABERARTH.
ABERARTH. Cynhaiiwyd cyfarfod Cynghor Plwyf Llan- ddewi yn Ysgoldy y Cynghor, Aberarth, nawn Gwener, yn bresenol Mri A. P. Williams, Bryn- pithyll; J Williams, Glenview; W. Lewis, Pen- rhiw, a G. Williams, Maesyreglwys. Oherwydd methiant y cadeirydd, Mr. T. D. Jones, Pen- tre, i roddi ei bresenoldeb, cymerwyd y gadair gan Mr. A. P. Williams. Dewiswyd y per- sonau canlynol fel aelodau newyddion Mri J. W. Jones, Union; David Morgan, Crown-place; David Williams, Bane; Ben Davies, Cefnwig; a T. E. Pugh, grocer. Mae Capt. T. M. Jenkins ar ymweliad a'i gartref o Ffraingc ar ol bod yn gwasanaethu gyda'r milwyr am ddwy flynedd.
STILL GOING STRONG.
STILL GOING STRONG. The number of so-calied remedies for Rheu- matism is so pronounced that it is difficult for the ordinary reader to knew which to follow, but surely in all cases it is well to consider the "survival of the fittest." A medicine can- not sell for any lengthened period unless it does what is claimed for it. Which of the Rheu- matic and Gout medicines has lasted thr longest? Undoubtedly the pride of place can be given to Blair's Gout and Rheumatic Pills. They have been in existence for more than 100 years and b-ave relieved many thou- sands of persons. If anyone is afflicted with either Gout, Rheumatism, Sciatica, or Lum- bago, the evidence we have given shows that the one and only remedy is Blair's Gout and Rheumatic Pills.
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