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I "ENOC HUWS."
I "ENOC HUWS." DRAMATIC PERFORMANCE AT BRYNAMMAN. Brynamman, which may justly be- proud of her literary stalwarts, has, strange to say, sadly neglected the- drama for many, many years. Some twenty years ago, more or less, drama- tic art had reached a very high std, dard locally; but since the disbar of the societies responsible for its ture during that time, the drama been severely left alone, despit fact that elocutionary art has maintained a creditable level. s:- fire smouldered, and only neea-l light breeze to fan it into flame, -of is gratifying to note that the ii*—- burns brightly. The company recently formed in the place have been assiduously learning Enoc Huws, and the fruit of their labour was shewn to effect last Wednesday and Thurs- day nights at the Alpha Cinema, when the celebrated novel by Daniel Owen was dramatised. That the ventu'r? ?Nvvans? a welcome one was amply proved by the support given the company, the spacious building being packed on both nights. Speculation was rife as to how ■ the new company would acquit them- selves, but any doubt as to their ability speedily vanished after the curtain was raised. Considering the fact that the members have had but little experience of the stage, and that these nights were the first that the company had ever ap- peared, the masterly manner in which they undertook their various parts was something of a surprise. Credit is really due to the members of this young society for their performances, and Brynamman was not slow in appre- ciating their efforts. It is understood that it is the intention of the society to shortly place upon the stage a number of the best of Welsh dramas, and if the first staging of Enoc Huws is to be a criterion whereon to judge their future success, the career of this com- pany promises to be a flourishing one. ) If one would indulge in a little well- meant criticism, it would be in the j direction of the undue length of the drama itself. Over three hours at a. I stretch. tends to tire the bsst-humoured of audiences, however interesting the entertainment may be. Regarding the characters in the bulk, it must be said that they were highly satisfactory, and are to be complimented on their efforts. Mr. D. R. Jones' characterisation of t simple Enoc Huws was distinctly realistic, and Mr. John Owen Evans ? (under whose leadership the drama was conducted) portrayed the treachery of Captain Trevor" with success, reaching at times a high level of ex- cellence as an actor. "Mrs. Trevor's" part, by Miss S. A. Hopkin. was also well acted. Miss Muriel Roberts, in the role of Susie Trevor," did ample justice to her duties, and Miss M. Thomas' Mrs. Denman was a highly creditable performance; in fact, highly amusing. Mr. Ivor Lewis, as- Mr. Denman," was also well ap- preciated, and Mr. Sidney Griffiths did well as Sem Llwyd." Mr. Aaron t Williams, as f" Tomos Bartley," gave entire satisfaction, despite the fact that ? in his part there was little scope to shew his ability. Miss R. A. Lewis, in her dual role of Kit and Barbara Bartley," shewed her ability in a clear manner, in both these diverse characters. Miss H. A. Davies, as Marged," left little to be desired, and her experience with Jones, the Policeman (Mr. OJ. G. Thomas) was well acted. Mr. Brinley Williams discharged his solemn duties as the .1 Minister with satisfaction, and "The American," by Mr. Sidney Lewis, had the desired effect in the sensational ending of the play. The characters in The Brown Cow managed their diverting sketch very well, giving a comic relief. The stage arrangements were in the hands of Mr. Emlyn O. Evans. The officialsa,re,as follow :Secretary, Mr. S. Lew-is, Singleton House, Brynamman; trea- surer, Mr. 01. G. Thomas; and chair- man of committee, Mr. D. E. Isaac. The chairmen Wednesday and Thurs- day nights were respectively Ald. W. J. Williams and Mr. Willie Owen. The best of luck attend the effort of this young and talented company. OBSERVER.
Heard in the Street.
Heard in the Street. A chiel among ye takin' notes, An' faith he'll prent it.BURNS. Ammanford tradesmen are taking a whole holiday to-day (St. David's Day). The Chronicle is published as usual. This is our St. David's number. The Ark was built in a warm country, wasn It it, teacher?" asked the bright little girl of the class. Yes, what is now known as Asia Minor." Then where did Noah get two Polar bears from ?" Teacher « (sharply: Step down." Potatoes have become even more scarce than money with many families in the Valley, and that is saying a great deal in regard to some of them. Nearly all the shops of Ammanford were without the edible tubers on Saturday night last. Have we got any food hoarders in this district? The other day, when people in Ammanford were clamour- ing for sugar, a parcel of 2 lbs. ordered by a prominent resident was accidentally delivered to a neighbour's house. With more honesty than common-sense in these times, the neighbour took the sugar to the proper quarter, not even suggesting Halves, partner, halves!" The appearance of a string of chil- dren in Ammanford Police Court, on Monday, in answer to summonses for sliding, was a little belated, as the last vestige of ice and snow had long disappeared. A much more suitable and quicker way of dealing with these juvenile offenders was for the police officers, during the -continuance of the frost, to have carried small canes, with authority to use them on the most ten- der part of the youngsters' anatomy. A good story is told of a Valley soldier who was acting as servant to a Scottish officer. So pleased with him was his superior that he took him on leave up Scotland, introducing him to a shooting party. The Welshman, who had a reputation as a shot, spotted a bird walking along the ground, and was about to take aim when the keeper bawled out; It's no sport to shoot a bird when it's walk- ing. Quite right," answered the Welshman, coolly; I am waiting for it to stop." Once again has the railway at Pantyffynnon claimed its annual vic- tims, as the result of the neglect of the local Councils to carry out the scheme for a road bridge over the Maerdy ford. Those responsible for the oppo- sition which caused the opportunity afforded by the extremely hot summer previous to the war to be lost have a good deal to answer for. The fact that the men were trespassing is no excuse, as It is only human nature to take a short cut, when the alternative route is inconvenient and not too safe. A story which one would hardly credit is told of an elderly retired officer of Carmarthenshire. He has hothouses growing the most luscious grapes, peaches and nectarines, and yet, while the surplus fruit would be gladly welcomed in hospitals and other places, where wounded soldiers are being cared for, at the end of last summer his gardener was seen wheel- ing barrowloads of over-ripe and rotten fruit from the houses to the rubbish heap. Let us hope, if the war con- tinues throughout the present year, that a better spirit of camaraderie will per- meate this old soldier's breast. The arrangements of the Amman- ford Urban Council in reference to allotments are well in hand, and any- one desirous of taking up a plot should put in a request at once, as the list closes at the end of this week, it being obviously impossible, and, indeed, un- desirable, to keep it open indefinitely and thus cause a lot of trouble in re- arrangement. Altogether there are eight acres of land available, and, roughly, about a hundred applicants up to the present. With regard to the supply of seed potatoes, the Committee controlling the matter will shortly issue posters shew- ing what varieties of seed are avail- able. Twelve tons have been ordered, but fifteen tons are being sent, as it was felt these would surely be ,demanded. » As far as is at present known, the varieties will include Lang- worthy, Wh4.s Wanted, and Golden Wonder. A request has been made for three tons of Great Scot; whether these can be supplied is not yet cer- tain, but it is possible. All are disease resistant. The matter of manures has not been overlooked, and 25 cwts. of super- phosphate has been ordered, this arti- ficial stimulant having to be applied at the rate of 3 cwts. per acre. Forty or fifty tons of stable manure has been assured, and already a good number of loads has- been deposited on the Park. Sulphate of ammonia is difficult to get, and may not be available. It is under- stood that residents with private gar- dens will be supplied with seed and ———ll«. 4L- allAtmAnt
Llandilo Rural District Council.
Llandilo Rural District Council. I WASTAGE OF WATER. Mr. W. E. Richards, Chairman, presided over the meeting of this Council, on Saturday last. Mr. W. Williams presented the report of the Sanitary Committee, and stated they had had under considera- tion the deficiency in the water supply in Penygroes district. Water was very scarce in the locality for six weeks, and it, caused very serious inconvenience to the public. That Council was respon- sible for the health and sanitation of the district, and in view of that the Committee recommended temporary measures to remedy the deficiency. The proposals were that some of the road standpipes should be removed after due notice has been given by the caretaker to those receivng water from them at present; secondly, that the water be turned off from the source and not from the reservoir to the main pipes supplying Penygroes and district; thirdly, that the water be turned off at the Coll,lers Arms, from the road leading to Penybank and Cwmfferws, at eight o'clock in the evening until seven o' clock next morn- ing, so that those disticts would have no water supply there during the night. By this means the Committee hoped there would be stronger force running to Penygroes and give them a chance to store water there during the night. The people of Penybank could store water during the day. The Commit- tee also recommended that the Council seek authority to be given to the police- men, and that a request be made to the roadman to report all wastage of water, with a view to prosecution. He moved the report be adopted. Mr. R. Mathews seconded, and it was carried. The Clerk said he would write to the Deputy Chief Constable to ask him to allow the policeman to report. Mr. W. Williams: We propose the policemen and the roadmen should be rewarded for any report leading to a conviction. The Clerk: I am afraid the police will not be allowed to accept a reward. Mr. W. Williams said the care- taker had reported a man for obstruc- tion and tampering with valves, the pro- perty of the Council, where the supply of water leads from the main to his own house. Mr. John founck a burst in this man's service pipe one day, and water wasting all over the place. The caretaker turned off the water at the valve, because the man refused to allow him to repair the pipe. It had been decided not to prosecute this time, but to issue a warning. Complaint was also made of wastage of water at Gorslas and Llanarthney district, so that some houses were affected by a deficiency in supply. Mr. Williams said he thought it would be well to write to Carmarthen Rural Council to take the same steps as this Council, in order to prevent wastage. Mr. W. E.. Richards said he had been speaking to a member of the Car- marthen Council, and he complained of wastage there. The Clerk was instructed to again write Carmarthen on the matter. It was decided, on the proposal of Mr. J. Richards, to proceed with a scheme for water supply at Caledfwlch, on the Clerk getting an agreement with the owner of the spring, a Committee being appointed to deal with the mat- ter, on the suggestion of Mr. Evan Davies. THE HEDGES AGAIN. I On the proposition of Mr. Gomer Harries, seconded by Mr. J. Bevan, it was unanimously agreed that the Council should meet monthly in future. Discussion again arose on the cut- ting of hedges, and Mr. Evan Davies proposed that as they had no legal right to enforce the matter after the 1st March, that in cases where the landowner did not do the work, the Surveyor should carry it out and send in the bill. Mr. J. L. Williams said he was given notice to lop certain trees, and he must stop a man ploughing to put him on that job. Was it considered more important to lop trees or go on with the ploughing? He would give the Surveyor tools, and he could go and lop the trees. The Clerk: The Surveyor to do it, and you will pay him? Mr. Gomer Harries proposed that the Surveyor be asked to do the work, and charge Mr. WiUiams. Mr. Evan Davies: It is not too much to ask Mr. Williams to do it himself; a day's work would do him good. (Laughter ) Mr. J. Bevan said the men of Bettws were on half pay now, and if Mr. Williams gave th im the minimum wage they would do it. VARIA. I After considerable discussion on the I DToposed new bye-laws of the County vehicles and the width of tyres, these were adopted with an amendment, proposed., by Mr. R. Mathews, that where a cart with its load weighed two tons the width of the wheels should be 3 inches. In reply to Mr. J. Bevan's com- plaint about the condition of the road from Tycroes to Cwmfferws, owing to drainage work, the Sanitary Surveyor said they had had difficulty with the weather, and it was impossible to carry out the work, which would, however, be done as soon as possible. The Clerk reported that he held aan agreement signed by the ratepayers of. Cefnbrynbrain (including Mr. J. Hughes) as guarantors for the pay- ment of £30 on the Council taking over a road. The sum of £ 12 had been paid, but not the remaining £ 18. Mr. J. Hughes said this was owing to the fact that the road had not been made properly to the satisfaction of the Committee; and owing to the depression of trade and the war, the remainder of the money had not been collected yet. It was rather difficult to collect money now, as their rates had been exceptionally high. The agree- ment still stands, and he asked on behalf of the inhabitants that the Coun- cil should deal leniently with the mat- ter for the present. The money would come in after things were better. The Clerk: It is now five years, next July. The Sanitary Surveyor- said the sec- retary of the Committee told him he had the money in hand; he had over Y-20 in hand. Mr. J. Hughes: Whoever told you is not right; the money has not been collected. TYCROES AND BETTWS WATER. I The Llandilo Rural District Council wrote re Tycroes water supply that they were prepared to take water by meter at 6d. per 1,000 gallons, and provide the necessary water, which they faiust retain possession of, but the Llandilo Council's official might take the key. The Council were also pre- pared to send a cheque for 120 for the current half-year, provided they would receive this on account, and arrive at the average consumed by the average passed through the meter during the last twelve months, Llandilo Council repaying or receiving the difference at the rate of 6d. per 1,000 gallons on the current half-year. This was agreed to. With regard to Bettws water supply, the Clerk read a. communication that power had been given by the Court for a sixty years' lease to be granted of the spring on Llethrlanfawr Farm, and instructions were being given to have a draft lease prepared and sent away for approval. ALLOTMENTS. I On the question of allotments, raised by the Rev. J. Edryd Jones, who asked whether the Council could not move immediately, seeing that Pontar- dawe and Swansea District Councils had already obtained orders to deal with common land. Mr. Gomer Harrie-s said Mr. Jones was only reiterating what he had been agitating ever since power was given to District Councils. He met an official of the Board of Agriculture, and was told there was an order issued in January which empowered them to acquire allotments. People were keen and anxious to take up allotments in the district. Mr. J. L. illiams did not see why Parish Councils, which had the power, did not get on with the matter. If they waited for instructions from the Board of Agriculture, and their monthly meeting, it would be too late for poor people to do anything. Mr. Gomer Harries proposed that an order for the whole district should be applied for, and this was agreed to. A special Committee, representa- tive of North and South Districts, was appointed to consider the reply.
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In the Atlantic, apparently when about 200 miles from the Irish coast, the Cunarder Laconia, 18,099 tons, was torpedoed without warning on Sun- day night. Details of the outrage are lacking, but it is known that among some 270 survivors on a rescuing vessel expected to reach port at mid- night on Monday night, are several in- jured. Her crew would number about 300. How many passengers she car- ried is not known, but among them are Americans. At the Prize Day at Llandovery County School, Ald. John M. Howell, J.P., of Aberayron, who was the speaker on the occasion, remarked that he could not extenuate the conduct of the Church of England in their neglect of the fame and service of Vicar Pritchard. His house was ^till there, or part of it, bearing its Elizabethan features. It should have been acquired and converted into a museum, where all the editions of Vicar Pritchard's works should find, a place. It would be a fortune to Llandovery and a shrine for
Ammanford Police Court.
Ammanford Police Court. Monday, February 26th.-Before Mr. W. Llewelyn, Fair water; Aid. W. J. Williams, Brynamma'i; and Mr. W. Williams, Penygroes. SLIDING. About twenty children were sum- moned for causing an obstruction on the highway by sliding. All but two pleaded guilty. The Chairman said the magistrates were sorry to see them there. It was a very dangerous game, and many people had fallen down on slides and broken their necks. They would be dismissed this time under the t irst Offenders' Act, and have to pay Is. towards the costs. Two who pleaded not guilty were then called on, and P.S. Britten stated that at 7 p.m. on the 14th February he saw the two defendants sliding on the footway in College Street. They went back and fore on the slide four times while he was walking towards them. He took them to the police station, and told them they would be reported for making a slide on the footpath, and making it awfully dan- gerous for pedestrians. They stated, It is not we both who made the slide. We were only sliding." In answer to the Deputy Chief Con- stable, witness said they were causing an obstruction, people have to go on the road because of their sliding. P. C. Edwards corroborated. Defendants said it was an accident, their sliding. They were walking down the pathway, and it was slip- pery. The Chairman said they were liable to a fine of 40s., but this time they would be let off on payment of costs, 5s. 6d. each. YOUTHFUL HOUSEBREAKERS. Gwilym Jones (13), of Cwmgarw Road, Brynamman, and Fred Jones (13), of Quarry Road, Brynamman, were charged with breaking and enter- ing into the house of Mrs. Rosser, Talley House, Brynamman, and steal- ing therefrom 3s. 3d. in money, a pair of stockings, i oz. of tobacco, two packets of cigarettes, and a box of matches, value 3s. 6d. Defendants pleaded guilty. P.C. Thomas said he received a complaint from Mrs. Rosser that some- one had stolen things from her house. He went there, and found the base- ment kitchen window had been broken, and an entry effected by drawing the catch back. Subsequently, after en- quiries, he on the I Oth February, at 4 p.m., charged Gwilym Jones, and cautioned him. Defendant said, Freddy and myself were in Station Road on Thursday evening. I saw Mrs. Rosser go down the road. Freddy and I broke the window with a stone; I went in and took 3s. 3d. in money from the till, a pair of stockings from the window, and the other things from the shop. I gave him 2s. and kept Is. 3d., and spent the money at the Cinema and the slot machines." Witness afterwards charged Freddy Jones, who made a similar statement, adding that he spent a shilling on the slot machine and sweets, and threw the other shilling away because he was afraid. They had hitherto been good boys, and their parents were respect- t.-ki- The Chairman said this was a very serious case against them, and if -hey went on like this they would end; their days in prison. He hoped they wotlld be more careful in future. The magis- trates would deal leniently with them this time, as they were so young, under the First Offenders' Act, and let them off on payment of costs, and also the amount stolen from the shop between them. He asked their parents to look after the boys, and see they were at home in good time at nights. THEFT OF FIREWOOD. Jeremiah Griffiths (16), of 3, Caer- bryn Terrace, Liandebie, pleaded guilty to stealing firewood, value 3d., the property of the Caerbryn Colliery Company. P.S. Beynon deposed to meeting defendant with a bundle, which proved to be ifrewood, and he admitted taking it from Caerbryn Colliery without per- mission. Later, he charged him in the presence of his mother, and he said, I took them from the colliery; I was told not to do so. It is my first time, and I shall never do it again. The Chairman warned him to be careful in future, and also warned parents against receiving anything brought home by boys. Defendant was dismissed on payment of the costs— ;i I Is. 6d. SEQUEL TO FATAL ACCIDENT. John Thomas, shotsman at Wemos Colliery, was summoned for a beach of the Coal Mines Regulation Act, and pleaded guilty. Mr. Evan Jenkins, colliery manager, prosecuted, and stated that on the 19th I December, between 10 and 11 a.m., defendant, who is a certified shots- .j?, ?? M!n?: Ad- was caUed! upon to superintend two shotholes loaded in the working place of Henry and David Davies. After he had coupled one of the firing cables to one of the shotholes, which had been charged, he sent Henry Davies and a labourer to a rubbish hole, about 80 or 90 yards away, for safety. He then, together with David Davies, retired to the next stall above, and from that position fired the first shot. Then, and this was where he commit- ted the offence, instead of going him- self to examine the place where the shot was fired, he allowed David Davies to go. One of the other men came up from the rubbish hole, and when this man passed defendant he mistook him for David Davies coming back, and fired the second shot while Henry Davies and David Davies were in the working place. The Company did not wish to press for the extreme penalty, as they took into consideration the defendant had been with them for many years, and apart from this, his conduct was perfect. The Magistrates' Clerk: This led to a fatal accident? Mr. Jenkins: Yes, and the other man wa,s injured. The Chairman said they were sorry to see defendant there, and had decided to deal leniently with him, as they thought it was an accident. He would have to pay the costs. DRUNKENNESS. 101 Thomas Randell, Ferndale Cottage, Cwmgwili, was summoned for being drunk on the highway at Llandebie. P.S. Beynon stated that at 10.30 p.m. on Saturday, 10th February, he saw def endant on the highway at Bryn- cwar, Llandebie. He was staggering about the road, and could hardly maintain his balance. After going 50 yards he stood in the middle of the road and committed a nuisance. A few people were passing at the time, but it was a dark night. When spoken to about his conduct and condition, he said, 11 I have only just returned from Pontardulais; if I have done something wrong, I am sorry." The Chairman observed that a young fellow like defendant ought to be ashamed during these serious times to get drunk and act in an indecent way. He would be fined 10s. DISAGREEMENT. John William Boulton, of Quay Street, Ammanford, was summoned by his wife, Hannah Boulton, who ap- plied for a separation order. The Chairman said he knew both parties, and asked if they could not settled their differences. Complainant said she was not will- ing to settle as defendant was going on. Defendant: If she has anything to say, let her have it out. I have given pe a chance to settle, and she refused to take it. The Chairman said the case would be adjourned for a fortnight, and he hoped that in the meantime they would come to an arrangement.
--:- I Llandilo Board of Guardians.
Llandilo Board of Guardians. The usual meeting of this Board was held at Llandilo, on Saturday, Mr. R. Mathews, Chairman, presiding. There were also present: Mr. W. E. Richards, Vice-chairman; Rev. J. Edryd Jones, Mr. D. Pritchard Davies, Mr. Jno. Lewis, Mr. L. N. Powell, Mr. Wm. Hopkins, Mr. Gomer Harries, Mr. Thos. James, Mr. J. T. Stephens, Mr. William Stephens, Mr. D. Glyn Jenkins, Mr. Dan Jones, Mr. Arthur Williams, Mr. W. Lewis, Mr. Evan Davies, Mr. Wm. Williams, Mr. T. Thomas, Mr. Jno. Bevan, Mr. Evan Morris, Mr. J. Hughes, Mr. J. L. Williams, Mr. J. Richards, Mr. Evan Harries, Mr. Wm. Roberts (Llanfynydd), Mr. W. Griffiths, Mr. David Davies. Mr. D. Thomas; also the Clerk (Mr. R. Shipley Lewis), the Deputy Clerk (Mr. D. Jones Morris), the Relieving Officers (Messrs. W. Popkins land W. James), and the Workhouse Master (Mr. D. Evans). The Master's report shewed that the number of inmates of the House was 64, as against 61 on the same day last year. During the fortnight, 24 vagrants had been relieved, as compared with 46 in the corresponding period of last year, a decrease of 22. Divine ser- vices had been conducted on Sunday, 11th inst., and on Friday, 16th inst., by the Rev. Owen Howells (Metho- dist) and the Rev. G. E. Williams (Baptist) Two vagrants had been brought before the magistrates for dis- obedience in performing their task at the House and tampering with the stone gauge, and they were sent to prison for seven days' hard labour. I INMATES' AND OFFICERS' FOOD. I At the last meeting, the Master had been requested to furnish figures as to consumption of flour, meat and sugar at the House. Mr. Hy. Herbert now asked if the Food Controller's allowance was ex- ceeded. The Chairman: No; they don't get that. Mr. Evan Davies: Don't you think the reporters should not take notice of the figures given? Mr. J. Richards: I don't see any harm in it. A Member: It will be an interesting item. The Chairman read the report, shew- ing that for the inmates lib. l Oozs. of meat was consumed per head per week; 7ozs. of sugar, and 51bs. 5iozs. of flour; the ofifcers (five), 81bs. bread, 4ibs. meat, and lib. of sugar per head per week. The Chairman: It seems to be safe enough, and good enough. In regard to the allowance for the officers, they must remember that there were five grown-up hard-working people. The 4lbs. allowed by Lord Devonport was the average for young and old, and he considered that Bibs. was not exces- sive at all. The Master: If there is anything over, we give it to the children. Mr. L. N. Powell urged that it was the duty of everybody, from peer to peasant, to endeavour to go as strictly as possible within the line. In the figures there was a slight increase over the scale of rations. The Master said he was quite pre- pared to come down to the scale. Mr. J. Richards: Would it be pos- sible for our Master to work in the garden afterwards? (Laughter) I couldn't do it. Mr. L. N. Powell: I am quite con- vinced that we have no better or more economical officers than our Master and Matron, but if it was possible I should like to see a slight decrease. I would not be a party to proposing anything. I would rather leave it to the Master and Matron themselves. Mr. J. L. Williams: No doubt they will. The Master said he had been keep- ing an eye to economy all along, and gave potatoes with jackets on to the inmates. Mr. J. L. Williams stated that an excellent method, which he himself practised for economising potatoes, was to keep the eyes end only for seed potatoes I LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD AND BONUSES. The Local Government Board sent a pommunication agreeing to an in, crease of £ J 2 per annum to Mr. W. Popkins, in consideration of the in- creased cost of railway travelling, &c. In reference to the proposed addi- tional remuneration to the Master for his extra services during the absence of the Porter, the Board were of opinion that the payment of £7 should be suffi- cient, and they accordingly approved of the payment to Mr. Evans of that sum. The Master did not think the Local Government Board had dealt fairly with him, so long as the Guardians had allowed him I s. a day n respect of extra serivces. He claimed to have saved the Guardians f-40 per annum, and was quite willing to assist for the war; but he did not think that the Local Government Board's action was fair. The Clerk: We allowed the Master £ 10 3s. per annum, and the Local Government Board have consented to £7. The Chairman did not see why the Local Government Board should not be asked to re-consider their decision. On the proposition of Mr. Evan Davies, seconded by Mr. J. Bevan, it was decided that the Local Govern- ment Board be asked to do so. The Chairman: We know better than they do. The Master said he worked 16 hours a day, and in the garden also. Mr. Evan Davies said he had been given to understand that inmates who could be of service in digging the fine garden attached to the House were leaving the House. He thought they should be induced to work in the gar- den, as they had been in the House all through the winter. It was very important. They could not expect the Master to do all the garden himself; he had only weaklings left behind. Mr. J. Richards: Has the Master anyone left that could help him? The Master: The best man I have now-all Ammanford knows him-is John Band. (Laughter) The motion asking the Local Govern- ment Board to re-consider their decision was carried. A resolution was received from the Neath Board of Guardians, uring that soldiers mentally affected should not be sent to lunatic asylums, but be detained in military mental hospitals. Mr. J. Bevan proposed, in face of present-day circumstances and need of their labour in other spheres of life, and the advisability of cutting down expenses, that the Board of Guardians meet monthly henceforward. Mr. Gomer Harries seconded, and the Clerk stated that in view of staff depletion he would welcome the pro- posal. The motion was unanimously agreed to.
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Mr. James Hope in Parliamentary Papers says that there are at present in this country 26,837 combatant and 23,929 civilian prisoners-total 50,776 --of whom the greater number are Ger- mans, and that there are 35,739 British prisoners of war of both cate- gories in Germany. He denies that German prisoners in this country have better food rations than those proposed by the Food Controller. Mr. Neville Chamberlain, Director- General of National Service, address- ing a public meeting at Sheffield, said he did not believe the Germans could starve us out, but they might inflict upon us very considerable hardships. He would this week issue a list of reserved occupations in connection with the Nationaal Service scheme, and there were certain trades which must organise in such a manner as to release a certain number of men. If those con-, cerned did not do this it might be necessary for his department to interfere at a later stage. Printed and Published by The Amman Valley Chronicle, Limited, at their Offices, Quay Street, Ammanford, in the County of Cafc marthen, March 1st, 1917.