The Cambria Daily Leader

e" ADMlRiSTSATIOH OF REUEF I We have received for Publication the following official communication from Mr. J'ohh Owen, secretary of the Swansea. No. 1 Branch of the Dockers' Union. At a meeting of the above branch of the above Union, held on last Monday even- ing, December 20th. 1915, tie question of economy at the Swansea Board of Guar- dians was discussed, and the members, while agreeing with ,the principle, passed the following resolution unanimously:— That we. the members of the Swansea :0. 1 Branch of the Dock, Wharf, River- side, and General Workers' Union, hereby request that Guardians W. Owen and A. R. Ball give natice of motion to the clerk of the Guardians that a return be asked for of the income of all the officers of the Swansea Board of Guardians who are in receipt of salary and fees. Further, that a. statement be asked for as to the cost of administration as compared to actual relief." The above I was instructed to forward to you.*

AN EXCLUSIVE FILM. I The Britonf erry Hall Cinema have ob- tained the exclusive rights for the whole of the di6trict for the world? film produc- tions, the first of which will be shown this Thursday, Friday, and Christmas I night, entitled As ye Sùw," the great morality drama. On Boxing Day there will be three performances at 2.30 in the, afternoon, 7 and 9 p.m., when there will; be screened Sons of Satan." Seats may be booked.

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PENYGROES. | Miss May D&VM?, of Pantybas, Waterloo- i foad. hag bc?n 6ucce$sful in passing ?s an Associate of the London College of Music. 8h.e has also gained t,he higher division cer- tificate in harmony of the Royal Academy.

1 BR YN AMMAN. Mr. Fred Harriee, Brynamman, has gaiueil the diploma of A.L.C.M., with honours Brynamman fadi? connected with the ?n??;? ginm by the Yp?lyf?rs. Concerti Party, held recently, iiavo u?id*? ?j d< I vote the surplus in hand ( £ 16) towards adopting" six Welsh war prisoners. Tliey recently collectod £2,) towards send- ing Christmas gifts to Upper BrYllamllian soldiers.

LLANDILO. As might have been anticipated iollow- ing 60 close on the successful Christmas market show, held last week, there way a comparatively small attendance at the Llandilo Bridge Mart this week. Trade notwithstanding was brisk. Prices were almost stationary, but with a tendency to stiffen. Porkers made up to 15s. per score live weight; lambs, old. per li).; Mid cattle, for which there was a brisk de- mand, up to I7t>. Gd. per score.

BURRYPORT. On Tuesday evening the annual meet- illg of Zicm Band of Hope Savings Bank was held, the pastor, Rev. J. H. Reos, presiding. The treasurer, Mr. Howel Williams presented his loth yearly report. This year nearly £ 200 had been received, and during the past 15 years the sum of £ 2,8Stj Os. Bid. had been received and paid out to the members of the bank. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Miss Jennie Evans (secretary), and Mr. H. Williams (treasurer), for their services during the year.

PONTARDULAIS. Mr. David Davies, Alltiago Fach, an old and respected local haulier, has just lost a valuable horee-his only souitoe of liveli- hood. His friends are organising 'a fund to make good the loss. The proceeds of the recent Barraardo'e concert totalled £ 22 7s. lOd., including a dona-ticn of £1 Is. from the chairman, Mr. E. Arthur Williams. Miss Morwen Davies, Birch Bock Villa, won the silver badge for the highest, individual oollection. Mr. W. T. Hughes, ironmonger, lent ia piano. and Miss Mima Law gtave her services—both gratis.

PORT TALBOT I The Duffryn Rhondda- Colliery officiaJe. I have presented Mr. Evan Powell, fireman at 1 he colliery, with a marble clock as a token of respect on the occasion -cf his marriage to Miss May Davies, of Pontrhydyfen. Mr. E, Green (manager) presented the clock on behalf of the officials, and referred to the excellent qualities of the recipient as an o file ial Songs were rendered by Mr. W, il. liams (the electrical engineer) and Mr. Dd. Mills, and recitations by Mr. Green and Mr. l¡ E Powell.

LLANDOVERY. I Th-:> committee of the Llandovery Elec- tric Cinema will hand over the proceeds of two shows which will be held 0/1 Christ- mas Day in aid of comforts for Man- dovery boys 6ening in H.M. Forces. This is one of several occasions when the t ik- ing at this cinema have been devoted to the same worthy object. Private David Lloyd, son of Mr. Lloyd, Orchard-street, formerly gardener at The Cottage, Llanfaeronybryn, who is with the Canadian contingent, has been at Llandovery on short furlough. He-mi- grated about ten years ago and joined tie colours in the Dominion. Private Lloj ) has a brother in the Navy, Mr. Erari Lloyd, who visited his home about. "o vi night ago.

I FFORESTFACH 1 r The funeral of the late Mr. Thomas Henry Grey, aged 23, of Middle-road, took place at i Bethlehem, Oadle, on Tuesday afternoon. Deceased succumbed to shock caused by a f fall of coal at Garngoch Colliery No. 3. The funeral was largely attended, deceased hav- ing been very popular and an active mem- ber at Calf at in. The following ministers officiated Revs. E. J. Hughes, Calf aria; j. Jenkin Jones, Saron; D. L. Daniel, S-t. ZItyd's; J. Biebards, Babell; and Hughes, Soar. Tha chief mourners -were Mr. and Mrs. Thoc. Grey (parents), Misses Mercy Ann, Catherine and Edith Grey (sisters), I Mrs. Miary E. Jones and Mr. Jones, Mrs. Ruth Davies and Mr. Da-vier, and numerous other- relatives.

I GLYN-NEATH. I At the special meeting of the Parish Coun- cil, the deputation (Messrs. W. T. Rowlands, H. Ha, Edward Bryant and Morgan Lewis)) which attended at Neath regarding alleged excessive charges for making water connections: in the parish, gave a. report, of their interview with the Di&trict Surveyor, Mr. D. M. Davies. AN aWangement was arrived -at by means of which the house- owners having a grievance will be visited by the Surveyor with a view of settling all outstanding accounts. Councillor T. D. Thomas was present at the meeting anc all-eged that the Water Committee of the JNTeath Distriot Council had granted a supply of water to the parishes of Rhigos and Blaengwraoh from the Neath Higher pipes ■without .the consent of the parishioners and without providing an equitable payment be made by the aaid parishes towards the cost of the scheme. A resolution of protest was ) unanimously passed to be forwarded to the j Water Committee. j

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GORSEINON. I A Bryngwyn workman referring to a j recent paragraph a3 to that works work- ing full time, points out that it was not mentioned that one furnace is idle, and that tli-e men lose one week out of four, Baptismal services were conducted by the Rev. Watkias at Penuel, I/oughor, on Monday evening. The following were J baptised: Misses Harriet Evans, Gladys' Evans, Bronwyn Francis, May Francis, Hannah Jenkins, Messrs. W. J. Evan, W. J. Williams, G. Dyer, and A. Thomas. It will interest Gorseinon readers to know that Rifleman Edward Morgan, 2nd Rifle Brigade, "who has ueen out at the front for some months, has been transferred to the Royal Engineers. For many years Hilleman Morg.anacted as the loCtl.l correspondent for the "Leader" and "Herald of Wales." He has travelled extensively in Germany as an t English teacher It was hie knowledge of the system of Labour Exchanges in German that secured him a, berth in this country < when they were introduced here. Previous to enlisting he was on the etaff of the Labour Exchange at Cardiff. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Morgan, re-s-idc- at Gors- einon, whilst a brother-in-law is Councillor William Evans, Llanerch, Gorsienon.

BRYN. A grand concert was held at the' Mission HaLl under the auspicss of the Bryn Reception Fund for Soldiers. The chair was occupied by Councillor J. Walters, Bryn. The following artistes contributed to, the programme: Madame Jennie Davies Ellis, Blaengarw; Miss Jennie Griffiths, Xantyffyllon; Mr. D. J. Davies, A.C., Nantyffyllon: Mr. E. W. Davies, Pontycymmer; Mr. E. J. Thomas, F.\ .C.M., Maesteg, the pianist and accom- panist being Miss N. Hughes, L.R.A.M., Bridgend. Addresses were given by Dr. Scott, Councillor R. Evans, J.P., Mr. T. Loughor, M.E., and Mr. G. T. Daniel. A ptiolic reception to Sapper Walter Oliver, II. 11, was held, when Mr. Thomas Daniel presided. Sapper W. Oliver has been out at the front since the oomnience- ment of the war, and Mr. Thomas Daniel, on behalf of the Bryn inhabitants, pre- sented him with an engraved cigarette case and a purse of gold. The following artistes took part m the programme: M r. J. Harry, Miss P. Davies, Mr. Tom Davies, Mr. Moses Thomas, Mr. D. W. Evans, and Master Emlyn Stanford.

AMMANFORD. Lan-ce-Corporal T. Twist, the well known Soccer player, has arrived home at Ammanford incapacitated. He was wounded in the right arm at the Suvla Bay landing, and amputation became necessary. Private J. E. Morris, of the Cameron Highlanders, is also home as a result of wounds sustained in France. Attention was focussed on the deplor- able fact that Ammanford .hD, no public library at the prize distribution of the [Intermediate School, when the Head- master (Mr. (ieorge V. Williams) stated that although Ammanford prided itself on being the pmmier town of the district, it was the only place that had no public, library. It was nothing short of a dis- grace that that should be so. In regard.! to the provision of a library for the j County School, Mr. T. M. Evans. M.A., had undertaken to colleot a goodly sum of monev for the purpose. The following were the successes a.t the. recant examination conducted under the auspices of the London College of Music at the AmmaTlford oontre :-Advanood Sooior: Annie M. Reee (first-class). Senior: John Jenkins and Blodwen R. S. Lloyd (honours), and Ariarrwen Jones (finst-class). Advanced Intermediate: Morfudd Davie^ (honours), Daniel M. B. Evans, Annie Letitia Davies, and Mary Llewelyn. Intermediate: Jane Evans, Lailie Evane, Teqi-ny Thomas, and Rees Thos. Lewis (honours), Hannah Walters. Elementary: May Williams, Getta Ifoweils, Gom-er M. Roberts, Alice Davies, and Olive Ma-son (honours), Annie Iren I Evans and Doris Lewie i first-class) Johnny Llewelyn. Primary: Tegwen Lewis and I Maggie Richards (first-class), and May j Jswa&tK J

SWANSEA POLICE COUBT Wednesday.—Before Messrs A. H. Thomas, J. H. Rosser, and Dr. Joseph Davies. Thomas Williams, seaman, was fined 5s. for drunkenness. James Gurnsey, charged w-th being drunk and disorderly at Gorsdnon, was fined 10s. The officer stated th.».t defend- ant had been ejected from the West End Hotel. David Watkins was fined 20s. 'or having been drunk and disorderly at bke'rty. Henry Rogers, who had been drunk in the Commercial Inn, Killay, was fined 10s. Rees Evarts was summoned or bavjnjj been at the Pier Hotpl, Mumbles, on Sun- day, December 12th, he not beiig a bona- fide traveler. Evidence was given against him.—Defendant: I went down to see a friend; I had a pint of beer ant 3d. worth of bread and cheese; that's all the mis- chief that happened.—The police admitted defendant was eating bread anl cheese as well as drinking beer, and the case was dismissed. Charles Walker and William Morgan were summoned for having betn found in the Black Boy, Killay, during prohibited hours. Evidence was given tiiat defend- ants had been in the habit of coming there every week. They were fined '0s. each.

As ye Sow 11-BTitoiri Terry Hall Cinema, Thursday, Friday, and Xmas Night, 7 o'clock.

Keen Competitions Morristor Eisteddfod, Boxing Day.

TOXIC SOt-FA COLLEGE IESDLTS The following candidates vere success- ful at the recent examinatiors held at the Swansea Centre:— F] rst stage, harmony, Rees Walters, | Loughor; second stage, harmony, Rev. J. J. Lewis, Coekett; second ghtge, musical form, Miss Kate Thomas, Mfrriston, and T. A. Jones, Salem; second s'age, musical composition, Arthur Jonee, Preboeth; W. D. Lewis, Llangyfelncli; first stage, counterpoint, Arthur Jones, Treboeth. The next periodical examinations will bo held in February, 1916, when entries for all examinations should be sent to the hon. secretary, Mr. IX Williams, L.T.S.C., Waunwen, Swansea.

Mr Ben Sforgan (Queen's Ball Coooorts), Tab-ernacip, Morriston. Xmas Night..

u Sons of Satan "—Boxing Day, 2.30, 7 and 9.

As ye Sow"—Briton Ferry Hall Cinema, Thursday, Friday, and Xmas Night, 7 o'clock. ?Son-s of Satan '-?- "■Sons of Satan "—Boxing Day, 2.30, 7 and 9.

,4 I "Sons of Satan "—Boxing Day, 2.30, I ?7 *ad9. ¡.

CHRISTMAS SHOPPiNG AT SWANSEA Thomas Lewis and Co., Oxford-street. ,-r', I 1 jviessre. i nomas iewis ana oo. are mak- ing a special Christmas show of service- able fancy goods, suitable for Christmas presents. For ladies there are öet:s of furs. gold ana silver-mounted umbrellas, blouses, kid. suede, and reindeer gloves, ill ercerised scarves, fancy handkerchiefs, lace collars, collarettes, etc. For children we have paletots, mackintosh capes, coats and bonnets, fur sets, jerseys, cloth and leather gaiters, bilk overalls, pinafores. socks, underolotliing, etc. Nor is mere man forgotten. He may find the very latest in scarves, woollen and kid gloves, underwear, socks, and handkerchiefs. In general household requisites, Messrs. Thomas Lewis and Co. have an extensive assortment of drapery, table-cloths, eider- down and white quilts, tray cloths, ser- viettes, table centres, etc. A visit to Messrs. Thomas Lewis and Co.'s estab- lishment will repay the keen buyer. Messrs. D. M. Lewis and Co. The shop with a reputation to maintain is Messrs. D. L Lewis and Co.'s. of Ox- ford-street, Swansea. Right nobly are they this year maintaining their record for quality and price. They have a great Christinas and New Year sli-ow of over- coats, rain-coats, suits, etc., in selection and value unequalled; men's and youth's overcoats, the latest styles, all well- tailored. in grey, hrown, navy, and blan- ket cloths, at prices that are astonishingly low. Overcoats for boys are- m great variety, as well as fancy tweed suits, in dainty styles and newest colours in vel- veteen. serges, efc. There is a practically unlimited selection of useful presents for gentlemen, a speciality being made of seasonable gifts for our bra "e defenders by land and sea Messrs. Bremner Bros., Oxford-street. Messrs. Bremner Bros., ot (Jxlovd- street, Swansea, is a firm alive to the demands of the hour. They recognise that presents this year should be in the form of something in daily use, so that the gift shall be riot only pleasing to the recipient but serviceable to the. Stall". :they suggest a dressing-gown or trousers pros for those at home; for the lads on active service a Cardigan jacket, a sleep- ing helmet or a khaki jersey would, they submit, be most acceptable and useful. A large selection of these, at prices to suit every buyer, are on view at this up-to- date establishment. Mr. B. Tudor Davies, Oxford-stroet. When to buy fur coats and where to buy them are questions that now agitate the feminine mind. It need not any more. A glance at the splendid solo room at Mr. Tudor Davies's premises in Oxford-street, Swansea, will at once convince any Ull- prejudiced person that that is the place for fur coat purchase, and the time now. It is but necessary to examine and ad- mire the magnificent collection in that emporium to compare them, price for price, value for value, with other firms, and the rest may be safely left to the judgment of a discerning public. Theophilus. Theophilus: Well, there you are. What is Theophilus" a synonym for? That's no riddle for Swansea people. Every lady, and most of the children, know that Theophilus" means dainty blouses, smart coats, and exquisite mil- j iiiiery. That is whF, in thp?R Christluas J I dars, a.ll thoughts rum, and all looi-j steps face in the direcHon of those two I sliops in Oxford-street. It acMunts for -7 -ops in afira'(-t Ioil oi' We are able to ?ay that this Tear no om' who 6ets out ?r ? Thp?phitus? is Ii'k?ly to he disappointed, for the firm is r-?dy, as cf yore, with a delightful aMortmcut of a',l *tli?it cliarm?-t file and pl?<l5f'5.1'hE' I hoart of those who take pleasure in dam'-y apparel.

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NEGLECTED 'GHTLDREN Former Cwmavon Couple Sent to Prison. I At Aberavon on Tuesday, William and Hannah Cibb?.formprly living at Bwleh I Farm, near (?'m?ron, and latt(,rl,?- Britonferry. vere charged on a warrant with neglecting their four infant children. —Mr. Dan Perkins prosecuted for the N.S.P.C.C. and Mr. 'Ewan G. Davies de- fended. Mr. Perkins said that iLe defendant's were before the court on September 13th last, and the case was adjourned to give I defendant an opportunity to reform. At the resumed hearing, defendant's failed to answer.- and it was ascertained that they bad left the district, and on Saturday were traced to a common lodging-hou^e at N-ewport Docks, where they were ar- .rested. Inspector Best described his visits to the house, and said that he found the children ingrained with dirt, and the eldest child was nearly blind. They were ill-clad and had sores on the bodie?. The two beds were filthy dirty, and in an in- describable condition. After .they left Bwlch Farm he visited litem at various addresses at Britonferiy. but found the conditions just the same. The defendants denied that the children had been neglected. The woman war, sent to prison for three months in the second division, and the husband to three months' hard labour.

I As ye Sow "—Briton Ferry Hall Cinema, Thursday, Friday, and Xmas Willie BobertV Orchestral B-ind. Tabernacle Morriston, Xmas Night. At Glasgow High Court on Tuesday, John "atson, a. prisoner in Barlinnie Prison, who was charged with the murder of another prisoner by stabbing him with a knife in the prion yard. tendered a plea of a Guilty of culpable homicide." This was accepted by the Crown. Sentence of 12 months' imprisonment was passed. Mendelssohn's "Hymn of Praise" at Tabernacle, Morriston, Christmas Night. Sons of Satan "—Boxing Day, 2.30, 7 and 9.

BRVNAMMAH'S LOST HAL L Cession to Reconstruct at Once. The history of Brynamman was marc, 'd on Monday enthusiastic meetings ever held within its confines. The public, bad been called to- gether to consider matters respecting i 1,<3 d".tn\tif)n (If the Public Hall at d Library by fire. The meeting was held at the Upper Council Schools, which proved quite inadequate to cope with the gi-i- assembly which came together. Mr. Phillip H. Cowling, whose residence as burnt dowlI by the tire, and a trustee of the institution, was elected to the chair, and dealt with the circumstances in feel- ing terms- Mr. W. J. Walters (C>M i. secretary of the Hall and Library, assisted the proceedings. The Chairman explained the object of the gathering, which was to all a most appealing one. (Cheers.) He put for dis- cussion to the meeting whether they were prepared to re-erect the Hall and Library, which were now in ruins. Mr Jenkin Jones (headmaster) proposed that the Hall and Library should he re- constructed at once. Steps had already been taken to provide temporary premises for the Library at Gibea Chapel, and even now SO volumes were on the shelves. Aid. W. Williams seconded, and hoped Brynamman would go in for the re-erec- tion of the institution as one hand. The proposition was carried unani- mous iy. It was agreed that the present commit- tee, along with the trustees, should re- main in office until the work of re-eon- struction be completed. The besr means of raising funds were considered, and Mr. G. Yaughan. C-C., suggest"d deductions at various works ofifces. Mr. J. Ellis pro- posed that a sul>seription list be opened. This was done on the spot, and a sum of 1;)(\ l?4s. was there and then suDseribed, as well as books to the value of S22 18s. Messrs. "Richards Bros. are giving' a benefit night for the causet&nd Gibea Eis- teddfod Committee ha<* decided to give the proceeds of their coming eisteddfod towards Councillor J. P. Thomas remarked that there was absolutely no need to assist the present committee. He was prepared to do all in his power to get the Hall and [ Li bra ry ba,k even for the sake of his children. The Hall and Library had been fnsured and with t2OA mortgage tON" W8. a probability of r1,200 being obtained for a nucleus of the fund. Mr. John Walters explained that the deeds dp- manded a hall and library he built on the old site, and therefore the offer of the New Cinema Company to negotiate with a view to taking over their building could not be entertained A vote of thanks with the chairman and a vote of sympathy were passed.

t, As ye So", "—Briton Ferry Hall Cinema. Thursday, Friday, and Xmas Night, 7 o'clock. Hendetesolin V. "Hymn of Pra5=e" et Tabeina-cle, Morriston, Christmas Sillt. !fend n'c "liymn cf Praise." Taocr- naclc, Morriston. Xmas Night. Though the income-tax limit has been reduced to £130, the I/ondon County Coun- cil Education Committee reports that it is not advisable io alter its old limit of £161) under the scholarship scheme. As ye Sow "—Briton Ferry Hall Cinema. Thursday, Friday, and Xmas jght. i o'eloek.

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