Llanelly Star

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A FVE YEARS' RETROSPECT. The present Issue of the "Star." we believe, will possess a special in- West for every Llanellyite. In it we Have tried to tell the story of Llan- elly's achievements during the last five memorable years. The record may not be complete in every parti- dilar. Indeed it would be impossbls to gather up all the manifold threads -in the varied activities of the town jtfnce those fateful days of August, 1914. But, however incomplete it may be, we feel that the narrative will be read with pride and satisfac- tion by the citizens of Llanelly. It & a wonderful story of achievement I in many fields of national service and as such, reflects credit upon the community as a whole. From time to time, fragmentary details have been made public showing what the people of Llanelly have done towards meeting a grave national emergency but nevar before has any attempt been made to give in something like its entirety what the town has accom- plished in providing Men, Money, and Munitions for the defence of the country. ¡ Judged from any point of view, we have a record that will compare fav- ourably with that of any other town in Great Britain. Llanelly has laid costly sacrifices on the national altar. It has given of its best and bravest to preserve inviolate the shores of the fatherland. The men on the battle- fields and on our battleships, the men at home in our busy factories and the women who came forward to fill the places of their brothers at the lathes and in the offices, all played their 'part in bringing about the victorious Peace which we are this week cele- brating. Our joy today however, is chastened by the knowledge that of the thousands of our gallant towns- men who rushed to the colours, near- ly five hundred have made the su- preme sacrifice. They helped to win victory but it is not permitted to them to join in the celebration of Peace. We pay homage to their memory—the honoured dead-and in our rejoicings, will not forget that it is to them that we owe all that we have today and all that we hope for the future. In regard to Llanelly's material con- tribution to the national cause it is a matter of pride to recall that coliers steelworkers, tinplaters and engineers worked at high pressure to meet the enormous demands for coal, shell steel, tinplate cases, and machinery ,and engines of all kinds. To Llanelly also belongs the distinction of having established one of the most efficient shell factories in the country. So Satisfactory were the results here that the Government authorized the I addition of a Rectification Factory on an adjoining site. Another note- worthy fact is that thousands of tons of Llanelly-made steel were supplied to the French Government for making ,Into shells. To sum up, in the three great requisites for the successful carrying on of war,—men, money, I and munitions, Llanelly did not fail the State. What remains is for us to see to it that the great sacrifices made shall t b not be in vain.

I Boy's Escapade GOES TO LIVERPOOL WITH STOLEN MONEY. The story of a young boy's remarkable escapade was told at the Juvenile Court yesterday, when Wm. David Morgan (12), 18, Hedley terrace, was charged with stealing JE4 10s. in cash and also a leather liurss, belonging to Daniel Mor- gan, his adopted father. Mrs. Morgan, 18, Hedley terrace, said that the boy was her adopted son. On Sunday, June 8th, she had left money to the value of £ 4 10s. in a drawer in the kitchen, and at about 11.30 p.m. the same day it was missing. The drawer was locked in the morning, as it was also in the evening when she discovered the loss. The boy had left the house at about noon that day and didnot return until noon on the 10th. I P.S. George stated that at about 3.30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10th, he saw de- p. m on Tuesda- fendant at his house, and in the presence of his father and mother charged him with stealing the money. When cautionad defendant said:- "I took the money. I opened the drawer with a key I found in my father a pocket. Myself and two other boys then went down to Allegri's shop to get a cooler each, for which I paid with a 10s. note. We then took a ohar-a-bano to Swansea and slept that night (Sunday) m a railway carriage. On Monday we went to Neath and spent the day in Neath Park, and caught the 6.50 train to Liverpool. We left Liverpool by the 11.50 train for Cardiff, where we booked for Llanelly, arriving here between 9 and 10 on Tuesday morning, afterwards going down the beach. I paid one of the boys' fare from Swansea to Liverpool and back to Llanelly." The Presiding Mf^istrate (Mr. F. R. Nevill) commented upon the extreme seriousness of the offence, but allowed for the boy's youth and bound him over in I the sum of E5 to be of good behaviour for 12 months.

I BURRY PORT The 33rd Brand REGATTA AND TIMBERING COMPETITION. (Under distinguished patronage) WiU be held at the above place on BANK HOLIDAY, MONDAY, AlJC. 4th. AQUATIC EVENTS. Commence 11 a.m. 1. Open Race for Yachts, not exceeding 20ft. over all.—1st Prize, Silver Cup: 2nd, E2 15s.; 3rd, £1 15s. Entrance Fee, 3s. 2. Open Sailing Race for Open and Half- decked Boats, not exceeding 23ft. over all.-I,st Prize, Silver Cup; 2nd. £2 15s.; 3rd, El los. Entrance fee, 3s. 3. Open Sailing Raco for Boats, exceed- ing 25ft. and not exceeding 32ft.— 1st Prize, Silver Cup; 2nd, £ 2 15s.; 3rd, JB1 15a. Entrance fee, 3s. 4. Open Race for Four-oared Ships' Boats, open length.—1st Prize, £ 2; 2nd, £ 1; 3rd, 10/6. Entrancefee, 2s. 5. Open Race for Two-oared Ships' Boats, open length.—1st Prize, Ll; 2nd, 10s.; 3rd, 5s. Entrance fee Is. 6. Open Two-oared Boat Race forWomen -1st Prize, tl; 2nd 10s.; 3rd 53.; Entrance fee, 1:>. 7. Open Two-shovelled Boat Raco (Col- liers' short-handled shovel as oar).— 1st Prize, Ll; 2nd, 10s.; 3rd, 5s. Entrance fee Is. 8. Local Swimming Race for Boys, un- der 16 years of age. Distance, 100 j yards.-lst Prize, 7s. 6d; 2nd, 58.; 3rd, 5s. Entrance free. 9. Open Swimming Race. Distance, | about 120 yards.-lst Prize, Rl; 2nd 10s.; 3rd, 5s. Entrance fee, Is. 10. Open Sculling Match.—1st Prize 10s; 2nd, 5a.; 3rd, 2s. 6d. Entrance fee 6d. 11. Open Diving Match. Each Competitor to have two trials.—1st Prize, 7s 6d; 2nd, 5s; 3rd, 2s. 6d. Entrance fee 3d. 12. Open Swimming Race for Ladies. Distance 50 yards.—1st Prize £ 1; 2nd, 10s.; 3rd, 5s. Entrance free. 13. Open Live Duck Hunt.—Prize 10s. Entrance free. OPEN TIMCR-RINC COMPETITION. To commence 3 p.m.. Judge—H. Mainwaring, Esq., M.E. 1st Prize, C4; 2nd, t2; 3rd, -kl. Entrance fee, 3s. Dimensions: Base, 9ft.; collar, notch to II notch, 5ft 9in.; height, below collar, 6 ft. 6 ins. Tools allowed: Axe, bar, spade, and measuring staff. Any collar taken down after being once put up will be out of competition. Time al- lowed, 60 minutes. The Committee reserve to themselves the right to postpone the Regatta and Timbering competition should the weather be unfavourable. I The BURRY PORT BAND will be in ¡ attendance. Entry Form and further particulars can be obtained from the Secretary. Entries j close August. 2nd.

Local steelworks, wbich already are feeling the pinch nf 1\ mr-rican competi- i tion, will he severely nil if 6s. a ton is to be ndded to the cost of coal. It takes three tons of coal to ma k0 a ton of steel. I

On Tuesday the steam trawler "Poyntz 1 Castle" picked up in, her cet ofF Lundy j one of the water barrels of the ill-fated Lusitania. Mr. Frank Evans, Llanelly, one of the trawler's frpw, is now at home on a short holiday.

Mill Lane Mission I PRESENTATION TO FORTY BOYS. I On Tuesday evening at the Parish Hall, I the members of Mill Lane Cnurch Missioin gave a "Welcome Home' Tea to the Mill Lane boys who had returnedfram the Army and Navy. There were 40 present who had served with the Forces. The tables were prettily decorated with a lavish display of. nowere by the lady mem- bers -of the Mission, and were loaded with a tempting repast. All sad memorie s were banished and smiling faces bore ele- quent testimony te their appreoiatio*. After tea an entertainment took place and several of the boys contributed to the evening's enjoyment. Mention must be made of Mr. David Davies, Pontypridd (Dewi Elli), an old Llanelly boy and win- ner at three National Eiateddfodau, kindly gave two glorious renderings which the audience applauded in me un- certain fashion. Others who kindly con- tributed to the evening's enjoyment were Mr. Tom Francis, Miss Annie Owen, Miss Daviea (Albert street), Messrs. Richard Davies, Ifor Edwards, Ifor Thomas, Ernest Phillips. L ¡ Mr. T. tioe who presided, referred to the work in starting the Mission about I 30 years ago, and said he felt proud t6.; • ¡ be amongst such boys who had proved ¡ their determination to stand hy the Right. Mr. J. George Phillips presented a suitably inscribed Prayer and Hymn Book to each one; expressing the hope that they would make much use of them. Mr. Mutter, the superintendent of the Sun- ¡ day School, paid eloquent tribute to the boys' prowess and unfailing courage in i the face of all difficulties, and expressed 1 the hope that they would help on the work and assist in building up a better I country. On behalf of the boys, lteT. T. Thomas thanked all those who had helped to make the evening an event to be remem- bered, and Rev. W. T. Havard seconded, tho boys supporting with three hearty cheers. I The flewera were generously given by Mrs. A. E. Davies, Mrs. H. W. Spowart, ¡ and Mrs. Gilbert Davies. l One feature brought home to all the terrible penalty of war, when, all stand- ing, Mr. Fred Mercer read out the names of those who had paid the great price and who are sleeping their last long sleep in foreign lands. A Roll of Honour will be hung up In the Mission Hall in memory of the nobility of all who fought that we I might live. May we prove worthy of them.

Races. i Halfway Park Saturday (Tomorrow) Galloway, Trotting, Whippet, and Foot. —«— 1/ EIGHT EVENTS. MACNIFICENT J PROGRAMME. I I FIRST RACE 3 p.m., GATES OPEN 2. I ADMISSION: 1/3 Including Tax. i

I Among those who recently gained their school colours at Llandovery College is  Arthur V. Thomas, 27, Coleshill terrace. Arthur is an old Intermediate Schoolboy I but he took his first wicket on Pentip I pitch.

A prize is being offered at the St. Peter's Hall dance this evening to the couple who waltz for the longest time. In this hot weather Phew I

All Swansea soldiers and sailors, on I leave on Peace Day are to have free ad- mission to most of the music halls. In Llanelly P

MUSICAL SUCCESS. I Congratulations to Miss Ethel Staples, 68, Albert street, who was awarded the first prize in the pianoforte solo under 12 at Penclawdd eisteddfod on Saturday, being highly complimented by the adju- dicator. She also won second prize at Kidwelly and Gorseinon semi-national I eisteddfod out of over 30 competitors. Miss Staples is a pupil of Miss Edith Hunt, 21, Princess street, Llanelly.

BILLIARDS. Mr Fred Hatcher, the popular manager of the Lucania Billiard hall, made the record score of 345 in half an hour in a game with Mr. Fred Hall this week. One of his breaks totalled 109.

The Y.M.C.A. are about to erect a gymnasium at the rear of their premises in Stepney street.

"The Gospel premises us salvation is time to come; trade unions grant it im- mediately."—Dr. J. H. Williams at Burry Port on Wednesday. I

SPLENDID FAMILY RECORD. A notable family record of patriotic ser- vice is worth recalling. Mr. and Mrs. George Palmer, Murray street, had six sons serving-their country-one of whom, alas, made the supremo sacrifice. All joined up in 1914 with the exception of one who was under age. He followed his brothers as soon as the military authori- ties would accept him. This gallant band included Fred, Sidney, Gilbert, Arthur,. Harry (died of wounds) and David John, the last named serving in the Navy.

¡ HICH WATER AT L-ANELLY. I (The times given below have the extra l hour added). To-day- 10.25 a.m.; 10.45 p.m. Saturday: 11.7 a.m.; 11.31 p.m. Sunday: 11.52 a.m.; Monday: 12.23 a.m.; 12.55 p.m. Tuesday: 1.29 a.m.; 2.5 p.m. Wednesday: 2.44 a.m.; 3.30 p.m. Thursday: 4.15 a.m.; 4.52 p.m. Friday; 5.29 a.m.; 5.56 p.m.

Victor Goode (13), 60, Albert street, was charged with ri rJiug an iron tongs, value L3, the property of the Llanelly Steel Co. Defendant was cautioned and bound over.

A RT UNION DRAWING is Postponed to 2nd week in A- tigii,t.-ioseph Jenkins, Mansel street, Llamelly. W ANTED, immediately. Young Lady fu-i- g. -Pli ill ips, grocer, Thomas street.

County School Sports. I •e» ——— A SUCCESSFUL REVIVAL. I The annual sports of the County School, I abandoned during the war, were revived with great eclat on Monday, and so am- bitious was the programme and so keen the competition that some of the finals could not be decided until the following day. Appended is the lilt of events and prize winners:— Throwing Uncket Ball (juniors): l, JJ. H. Davies; 2, W. Bailey. Seniors: 1, G. Oram; 2, A. Rudge. 100 yds. (under 15): 1, H. Townshend; 2, A. Moore; 3, A. Castrey. 100 yds. (open) 1, R. Richards, 2, G. Oram; 3, W. J. Griffiths. High Jump (under 15): 1, O. H. Davies; 2, A. Hugh. High Jump (open) 1, A. Bowen (4ft. Sins.); 2, R. Richards. Three legged race: W. Bowen and P. Jones. 220 yds. open handicap: 1, G. Oram; 2, R. Richards; 3, R. Owen. 220 yds (under 15): 1 H. Townshend; 2, R. Marker; 3, A. Thomas. "Wheelbarrow race: Harry Ungoed and Benjamin. Pole Jump: 1, Harry Ungoed; 2, A. Rudge. Obstacle race: 1, W. Bowen; 2, W. Thomas; 3, Gwilym Price. Long Jump: l, G. Oram (17ft. 6ins.); 2, R. Richards (17ft. 5in.) Junior team race: 1, "Glyndwr" House ¡ tenm. l Senior tea& race: 1, "Glyndwr" House Sack Race: 1, F. Lerigo. Junior Tug-of-war: 1, "Glyndwr" House; 2, "Llewelyn" House. 440 yds. open handicap: 1, G. Oram; 2, Reggie Owen; 3, R. Richards. Senior Tug-of-war: 1, "Caradog" House; 2, "Glyndwr" House. Tilting the bucket: 1, Arthur Brown and J. Wells Roberts. I

Several new ships have recently been bought by local shipowners.