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THE BALLOT FIASCO. AS might have been expected, the A ridiculous "unofficial ballot" of the tinplate trade engineered by a dis- gruntled clique in Neath and Briton Ferry has ended in a complete fiasco, The figures were to have been published with a great flourish of trumpets on Saturday, to be followed, of course, by the immediate declaration of a strike. When Saturday dawned, however, it transpired that there had been a com- plete change of programme. There is not to be a strike nor is the ballot result to be made public. The fact is, of course, that 99 per cent. of the tinplate workers of South Wales treated the ballot and its ohampions with complete indifference. They went on with their daily work in the spirit displayed at the Conciliation Board at which the men's delegates unanimously accepted the offer of the employers. It is true, as we pointed out last week that all the demands of I the workers were not conceded, but the employers met the position very fairly with the offer of an immediate increase of 12i per cent. pending the arbitration I 00 the claim for a further increase. There can be no doubt, however, that the Neath conspiracy has for its chief object, the smashing of the Conciliation Board. The ringleaders are pure revolu- tionaries, who, instead of maintaining cordial relations between Capital and Labour, want to bring back the old dis- cord and friction which nearly ruined the tinplate trade twenty years ago. What  ia of special interest to us locally is the lament of these Bolshevists that the Lianelly branches will have nothing to I do with them. So we should think. A TWO EDGED WEAPON. I WHAT a pity Labour has not more TV leaders of the type of Mr. J. H. j TXMMnas, M.P. The member for Derby 1 hast been in America during the last two j Months recruiting his health, and on his return on Saturday he uttered some kame truths which it is to be hoped will rwqivo the serious consideration that they deserve. The first essential, to j allay the unrest that prevailed all over j the country, he said, was to restore con- fidenoe among the workers. Employers must realize that the men and women who were responsible for saving the country expected square and fair deal- I ings; while worker 's on their part, must not be carried away by the mistaken notion that wealth consisted in mere paper money. He pointed out that America had enormously strengthened her. economic position during the war, and controlled or produced everything that the rest of the world required. Un- less this country at once repaired the losses of the past four years, disaster would stare us in the face. Dealing with the epidemic of strikes, Mr. Thomas said that the strike was a two-edged weapon. It was a weapon that should not be taken away from the workers, but it should be the last and not the first re- sort. He has no sympathy with the campaign in favour of "direct action." To ignore Parliament and to hold up the nation to ransom was not only defying the law but establishing something that WAS the negation of democratic institu- tions. The policy of declaring a strike efery day (he continued) would lead to disaster. He was not afraid of a fight. There were difficulties ahead, and if he nonsuited his personal feelings he would renounce his Labour leadership, becausa of the terrible responsibility. That would be cowardice, however, and he believed the country would pull through. His advice to the workers was to be honest and loyal to themselves, not to be swayed by the idea that they had only to down tools and the rest was easy, to remember that the nation had to re- gain not only self-confidence but the confidence of the world. TEN YEARS DELAY. I THE Medical Officer talks very JL plainly to the Burry Port Council in his latest report. He reminds them that for the last ten years he has been draw- ing attention to the necessity of pro- viding a public cemetery, and that up to the present, nothing has been done. The Council have discussed the matter times oUt of number, but, unfortunately, the Rebates have not been followed up to any practical conclusion. This is only too true in regard to other subjects which the Council have had on their agenda. They take up questions of public interest, de- bate them with a great show of enthusi- asm, pass pious resolutions-and then promptly forget all about them. The re- cord of the Burry Port Council, in this regard, is indeed a sorry one. There is plenty of cry, but precious little wool. Nearly twelve months ago, attention was drawn to the danger to public health arising out of defective drainage at Gorse terrace. The Council went to work at once and threatened those responsible with all sorts of pains and penalties. The nuisance, however, is still there and in n aggravated form, and this week the M.O.H. points out that he has had several cases of sore throats from the houses in this thoroughfare. How much longer are the Council going to play with the health of the public in this way ? THT SONS OF RACHAB. THE Rechabites who held their dis- trict meeting at Llanelly last week can look back upon a great record of work. Unlike most Friendly Societies which were severely hit by the war, the Order is not only able to report progress but a record ptogress, a total gain of over a hundred thousand members being registered during the last two years. The bulk of this increase is recorded in the juvenile section, for the Rechabites believe in catching the young, training them up in the way they should go, and then turning them over to the adult sec- tion. Equally satisfactory is the record of war service. Four years ago when 45,000 members were serving, the Con- ference decided to -shoulder the burden of maintaining its soldier members in full membership benefit by paying their contributions and meeting all claims. The total payments made under this scheme amounted to the gigantic total of £ 326,043. The Army record of the Rechabite members is a notable one, no fewer than seven having won the V.C., the total number, of decorations being 441. The Llanelly district, we are glad to learn, continues to enjoy great pros- perity which, we hope, will be fully iraintained in the now era of servicenow opening up. THE STOP WEEK. NEXT week is the great annual festi- val of the tinplate trade. The stop week is now an established institu- tion in Alcania, and is welcomed alike by employers and workmen, none of whom are too old or too blase to enjoy a holiday. Among the many services which the Conciliation Board has rendered to our staple trade is this arrangement by. which all the works are shut down during the first week in August. There is a distinct advantage in organizing holi- days as there is in organizing work and on the principle that all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, the week's respite from toil is beneficial to all who are connected with the industry. COST OF LIVING. I THERE can be no doubt that one of the main causes of the Labour un- rest throughout the country is the high cost, d living. Workers are suspicious; they believe that profiteering is going on especially in food and clothing, and their reply to appeals for increased production i-, "why should we work harder to put more money into the pockets of the pro- fiteers ? This is a lamentable state of things, and the Government should take steps to clear the air by exercising the strictest control over the necessities of life. It is no good fining little grocers in back streets for charging an extra half-penny on a tin of salmon. The mis- chief is done by big wholesale companies before the goods reach the retailer. As showing how food has increased, the fol- lowing table is instructive. It is based on prices charged by a well-known Lon- don stores:— Aug. July 1915. 1919. Tea (per lb.) 17 1 10 Coffee 1 3 2 0 Baboon (back) 1 4 2 6 Cadburys Cocoa 2 5 3 2 New laid Eggs (doz.) 2 0 4 6 Margarine 0 6 1 0 Suet 0 6 1 2 Sirloin 1 4i 1 8i Rump Steak 1 5 2 2 Mutton (leg) n 1 2t 1 7 Cabbages (each) 0 It 0 4 Onions (lb.) 0 1 0 4 Bananas (doz.) 1 3 3 0 Marmalade (lb.) 0 5 1 0 Sunlight Soap 0 4 0 10 Strawberry Jam 0 6t 1 2 Currant (lb.) 0 4 0 10 Dessert Apples 0 5 0 9 Sugar 0 31 0 7 Vinegar (pint) 0 5 0 11 Cauliflower (each) 0 3 0 9 Tinned Apricots 1 3 3 6

George Palmer Begs to inform the public that he can now supply  Sl??:? Wholesale and Retail. We specialise in Poultrv Which is dressed 03 the premises at a few hours notice. 9 Shaw's Pork Sausages 1/6 p r lb. MURRAY .slREET, J: H J: LLANELLY.

I It is Said That two young ladies were observed puffing away nonchalantly at the "weed" in Frederick street on Tuesday. That they were quite unabashed by scornful glances from seniors. That in truth they appeared quite as used to smoking as many a young youth. That one of the "gwir y felin" of a local works was busy assisting in a fish and chip restaurant this week. That possibly this is the hobby he will indulge in during the holiday week. That a motor cycle ride to Swansea last Friday was not the complete success it was expected to be. That the lady found the carrier some- what uncomfortable for travelling. That her complaints upset the equilib- rium of the gentleman who completely lest his temper when a puncture arrested their progress. That a quarrel short and sharp ensued, and the lady returned by train-Readers may imagine the epilogue. That a local gallant journeyed to Car- diff on Tuesday to see his lady-love. That he sought for her in vain all the live long day. That when on the station platform preparing for departure he first set eyes on her. That time forbade all but a short ex- change of courtesies.—Hard lines Dai That a warm discussion ensued oe- tween a prospective Labour candidate for the next Borough election and a dis- charged soldier a few days ago. That the subject was "Russia," and he who fought against the destruction of liberty (?) was emphatic against the irtervention of our troops in the birth- place of Bolshevism. That after an eloquent appeal had failed to add another convert to his doc- trine he enquired why ? That the discharged soldier in a few laconic replies summed up the question after 15 months service amongst the Russians, and his friend (?) left him dumbfounded. That a Burry Portian employed at a local works as foreman has tried every conceivable means to "get-rich-quick." That we are informed that his next scheme will be the purchasing of a new "home." That a local clerk had the surprise of his life at a dance last week. That a pal besought him for the ad- vance of a loan of a "bob." That as soon as the loan was negoti- ated the said pal straightaway invited his "belle amie" to the refreshment room. That it was just another instance of swanking done in borrowed plumes. I That a young couple had an amusing experience at Pare Howard on Monday. I That they were so engrossed in their cooing that they heard not the clanging ¡ bell warning them to retire. That in consequence they had later to accomplish some acrobatic feats in order to scale the closed gates. That their astonishment can better be described when on their way to town they encountered scores of theatre I patrons—'twas 11 o'clock. That the arc lamps are now lit in Stepney street. I That this will be bad news to the young I couples who choose the main thoroughfare as a place for billing and cooing. That there were some angry exchanges between a young couple on Wednesday night in Burry Port. That it finished up with A plentiful flow of tears from the lady. That flippant young Doris was full of expectations on Saturday last-.for Itwad her birthday (?) That presents galore arrived from her I IT,ale friends, included in which was a pair of expensive silk stockings. That the young flapper is holding an- other birthday in a few weeks time, but I i in the meantime changing her b-hoy— and a good job too. I That in endeavouring to carry a friend pic-a-back over a brook at Paxkmill on j Tuesday a local young lady lost her teeth. ¡ That the search for the missing den- tures resulted in a wetting—Well, its lucky the boys were'nt there. 1 That local junior steelworkers would be better employed at their work than molesting lady bathers on the Beach 1 during working hours.

Schools Managers THE PEMBREY GROUP. The monthly meeting of the Pembrey School Managers was held on Saturday, Mr. David Thomas in the chair, the fol- lowing being also present:—Messrs. Wm. Jones, D. J. Griffiths, Henry Davies, W. T. Edmunds, S. L. Gravelle, James Dunn, Thomas Groncott, and the Clerk (Mr. W. R. Leyshon). It was stated that the services of Mrs. Simcock, headmistress of Pembrey In- fants, were still further needed, and an, application had beep made to the Board of Education for her retention. It was suggested that an increase of £ 12 should he mid,, for the cleaning of Pwll School out-offices, and this was ap- proved of. It was decided to purchase the six ad- ditional chairs for the Board Room for the use of the School Managers. The Education Committee approved of the payment of L5 allowance to Mr. D. J. Thomas for having acted as super- visor to the evening classes during 1918- 1919. The Clerk read a letter stating that the Architeet had received instructions to send in a report respect ng the system of drainage, also the proposed erection of a boundary wall. Two male and two'female teachers had made an application for a further re- vision of their salaries. These were: Messrs. D. J. Thomas (Burry Port), and D. Davies (Trimsaran); and Misses Edmunds and Gunter (Burry Port). The applications were referred to the Salaries Committee. As a Peace commemoration, it was an- nounced that an extra week's summer holidays had been granted to the child- ren. (

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HICH WATER AT LIANELLY. I (The times given below have the extra I hour added). To-day: 10.54 a.m.; 11.14 p.m. Sunday- 11.29 a.m.; 11.52 p.m. Monday 12.12 p.m. Tuesday: 12.45 a.m.; 1.15 p.m. Wednesday: 1.55 a.m.; 2.37 p.m. Thursday: 3.23 a.m.; 4.4 p.m. Friday: 4.42 a.m.; 5.10 p.m.

J. P. Williams, TURF ACCOUNTANT, 38, and 39, WORCESTER PLACE, SWANSEA. Letter Commissions a Speciality. Book Open for all Events. Write for Rules. Telegrams: "SAIL," Swansea. ?SM?M?? Stepney L'?lhae neHy I n e m a StI'eet Proprietors:—The Lianelly Cinema Ld, Manager:—ERNEST E. CARTER. Enormous Holiday Attraction BANK HOLIDAY, TUESDAY, and WEDNESDAY, Aug. 4, 5, 6, CERALDINE FARRAR in The Woman God Forgot JL. '?? ? c ?L?  A Superb Play of Historic Interest, full of Dramatic Surprises. A MACK SENNETT COMEDY 4 Ladies First' In Two Reels. 9 THE FURTHER ADVENTURES OF j STI^QAEiEE Episode 9. .THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY, Aug. 7th, 8th, 9th, SUSSUE HAYAKAWA in The City of Dim Faces This favourite Japanese Picture Artist shows wonderful talent and plays the part of a Chinaman who wi-shes to marry a white girl. JACK PICKFORD in SANDY A Romantic Story of the Sunny South. •EDDIE POLO in The Circus t(ing Episode 6. Coming Soon- MR. ands MRS. MARTIN E. JOHNSON'S Adventures among the Cannibals. THE CINEMA OPENS EVERY AFTERNON AT 2.30 PROFPT. THE PROGRAMME IS SUBJECT TO 'ALTERATIONS AT THE DISCRETION OF THE MANAGEMENT. THE RIGHT TO REFUSSE ADMISSION RESERVED. PRICES OF ADMISSION, 4d., 7d., 9d., and 1/- (Exclusive of Tax). Tel. 41. .-3.

I Wages of Roadmen — — I COUNTY COUNCIL AND THE DOCKERS UNION. At the meeting of the County Council on Wednesday, a letter was read from Mr. Joseph Branch, of the Dockers Union, with reference to the demand of the County Council roadmen for an in- crease of wages, and stating that at a mass meeting of the men a strong pro- test was made against the unreasonable delay by referring the matter to the n aiu roads committee, which would not meet until September. Inasmuch as the men's application was made so far back as May 27th, the Council would see that the men had a legitimate grievance. Mr H. Bowen, Llanelly, said the Coun- cil could hardly expect to keep the men, ii view 6f the turmoil in the country, when they had been waiting since May last. He thought the Council should ap- point a small committee to deal with the matter at once. Lady Howard said the delay was really inexcusable. Mr. Bowen said the danger was that it they did not arrive at a settlement soon, the roads of the county would be unattended until September. It was explained that the men's wages were increased from January last to £ 2 2s. for road labourers in the rural district, and £ 2 4s. in the industrial dis- trict. They now asked for the terms of the Stoker award, giving them Is. per hour, and 47 hours per week. Mr. Alfred Stephens, Kidwelly, said this was a matter for the roads commit- tee, and he proposed that the matter be referred to that committee in September, and that any advance given should date from the 1st August. Mr. H. Bowen: Would I be in order if I moved that we grant the men's de- mand ? The Chairman replied in the negative. Mr. H. S. Holmes asked if the Council was going to hear Mr. Branch who was outside. The Chairman: No. Lady Howard: That surely is a very ungracious way of dealing with anyone. Rev. R. H. Jones proposed that Mr. Branch be heard. Ald. H. E. B. Richards said every member should have an opportunity of hearing the arguments, and it was too much to ask the Council to hear Mr. Branch that day when so many members were absent. It was decided to hear Mr. Branch, who in putting the case of the men be- fore the Council, said the delays were very irritating and annoying. Mr. John Jones asked if all the road- men were members of the Union. Mr. Branch said he thought they were. They numbered about 120. The motion of Mr. Alfrid Stephens -4vas carried.

I The Victory Hedge. I To the Editor of the "Star." Sir, I am seeking helpers for the work of converting the Tyrfran Victory Hodg, into a Victory for the Llanelly General Hospital. Will you kindly consent to b, one ? I can think of no event that woui I be more conducive to the successful DAJ. complishment of the task than the volun-* tary enlistment of the Editor of th £ "Star," A Hospital collecting box has beent placed adjacent to the hedge. There arco no expenses and all contributions will be handed over to the Institution without any deduction whatsoever. The box has been fixed by the request of the public so far as the public is represented by the numerous visitors to Tyrfran.' If I am asked what the thing has to do with me I shall have no answer, but I shall try to improve the occasion by asking an- other question: what has it to do with anybody ? I am, etc. 6, Tyrfran Villas, JAMES MORGAN. Lianelly, August 1st, 1919. [Go ahead, Mr. Morgan There is a "red Bradbury" in our wallet which we hope to deposit in that collecting box next week. Every friend of the Hospital, we hope, will do likewise.—Editor.] TUESDAYS R.F.C. A meeting of the above club will be held, at the Prince of Wales hotel on W. ednes- day the 13th inst for the purpose of re- organizing the Tuesday fifteen. Will all prospective players and members please communicate with Mr. Prytherch, Exchange Buildings or Mr. D. J. Thom- as, hairdresser, Park street, Llanelly.

Our Cosy Cinema. 9 — A hearty welcome will be accorded byt the patrons of the Llanelly Qinema.- which means practically the whole popu- lation of Llanelly and district—to Mr- Ernest E. Carter, who has taken up the- duties of manager this week in succession to Mr. Cross. Mr. Carter comes too Lianelly with a splendid record of war: service to his credit. He joined up like a loyal Briton in 1914, and was in con- trol of the Signal section of the famous 29th Division. At Ypres, he had a terrible experience, being blown up by an enemy shell and buried under the debris. After months of suffering in hospital he was discharged as medically unfit. Mr. Carter is a well-known figure in theatri- cal circles, and under his experienced management the high reputation of the Cinema will be fully maintained. Details of next week's fine programme appear in our advertisement columns.

Peace Peace Pe*ce f Peace Peace Pe?ce f cLOTHES are now required for the j millions of Soldiers and Sailors re- turning to Civilian life. Save your Tailor Clippings We buy all kinds paying 1/4 per lb. Write, call, or telephone to Charles Davies, Princess Street, Lianelly Telephone No 123 Telegraphic address: Rags, Llanelly

CHOIR SUNDAY AT GREENFIELD. Choir Sunday at Greenfield Chapel was marked by special music at both services. In the morning the choir gave an effec- tive rendering of "Gloria" from Mozart's "Twelfth Mass." At the evening ser- vice a crowded congregation listened with delight to a fine production of Maunder's "Song of Thanksgiving" par- ticularly appropriate just now. Under the conductorship of Mr. W. B. Nield, the choir entered fully into their task and the solo work of Miss AnitaEdwards, Miss Lang, Mr. John Hughes, and Mr. Edwards, was excellent.

GENEROUS PEACE DONATION TO THE HOSPITAL. The Committee of the Llanelly Hospi- tal gratefully appreciate the handsome gift of £100 given by Mr. J .B. Morgan; architect. New road, Lianelly, as a Peace offering for the dawn of a new era.

I HIPPODROME. "What Next" is the title of a museial comedy which will be staged at the above popular house of entertainment next week. It is a production full of good clean rollicking comedy, and has the merit of possessing a good plot. The caste includes the Six Brothers Luck; Tommy Nelldon, Sid Bandon, and Miss Mable Thorne. They are supported by a specially selected chorus of London Beauties.

I Rechabite Conference. I ANNUAL GATHERING AT LLANELLY. The 35th annual meeting of the Car- marthenshrie District of Rechabites was held at the Park Chuch Lecture Hall, 'Llanelly, on Saturday. The chair was occupied by Bro. W. Austin Hubbard, M.B.D. (Hastings). Notwithstanding the drain on the funds consequent upon the war, the ac- counts showed that the balances in the variDus, funds had been substantially in- creased. All the Tent funds had now been consolidated with the exception of those of Llangaddock and Pencader. Mem bers of the Order who had been serving with the colours had had their contributions paid, and that had cost the Order two hundred and fifty thousand pounds. The war had accounted for a death roll of 185 members of their own district. The following ofifcers were elected:— District Chief Ruler; Councillor M. H. Nicholls, Llandovery; District Deputy Ruler: Evan Bevan, Llandebie; District Juvenile Superintendent: Rev. D. Wil- liams, Abergwili; district treasurer: Bro. T. Gee, Llanelly (re-elected) district secretary: Bro. W. David, Llanelly (re- elected); past district chief ruler: Bro. Hy. Owen, Garnant; Of the above Bros. the Rev. D. Williams, T. Gee, and Hy. Owen were elected representatives of the H.M.C. together with Bros. T. Morgan, P.D.C.R., and D. J. Davies, organizer, both of Llanelly-senior auditor: Bro. W. Jones, Pencader; junior auditor: Bro I. S. Williams, schoolmaster, Trelech. The report of the State section showed a county membership of 6,577 men, and 3,732 women, placingthe Rechabites easily on top of the list. I It was decided that members of the Executive should represent the district on the County Insurance Council. The challenge shield for the greatest increase in membership was awarded to the Llygadydydd Tent, Glanamman. The Past District Chief Rulers were elected to form the Arbitration Commit- tee. A motion for the payment of the con- tributions of conscientious objectors was defeated.

AGRICULTURAL SHOW ON TUESDAY It will be like old times going to Stradey Park for the Agricultural Show on Tuesday. The revival of this popular exhibition will be hailed with satisfac- tion by the town and district, and given fine weather, a big attendance is certain. Some magnificent entries have been re- ceived, particularly in the jumping and trotting classes. The sheep dog trials will also be worth seeing.