Abergavenny Chronicle

GROSMONT MAGISTRATE HEAVILY FINED. At the Graig Sessions on Saturday (before Mr. W. H. Whitney, in the chair, and Mr. C. Lips- combe), Mr. Henry Partridge, J.P, Part-y-Seal, Grosmont, was summoned at the instance of the Monmouthshire Executive War Agricultural Committee, for failing to comply with a notice calling upon him to plough up additional land, Mr. H. S. Lyne, Newport, prosecuted, and Mr. J. Moore, Hereford, appeared for the defence From Mr Lyne's opening statement it ap- peared that defendant was the tenant of 130 acres of land, with 6 acres of arable, leaving 114 acres of pasture and woodlands On the 17th of November defendant was served with a cultivation order to plough up 10 acres of I pasture land Defendant objected to this They found out that the total area would be only 16 acres, so on the ibtii January a fresh order was made calling upon defendant to plough up another additional 10 acres by the 18th of J anuary He asked for an opportunity to attend the Executive Committee, and after- wards stated that he could not attend, through illness. Further correspondence ensued, from which it appeared that Mr. Partridge did not consider the land suitable for ploughing, and from that time to the present he had not carried out the work. The Executive Committee could not postpone meetings in order to suit de- fendant's time, so they gave him notice to take possession on the 1St of April. The Machinery I Officer asked defendant to sign the usual con- tract, which he refused to do. On the 5th April they started ploughing. It was a matter of absolute defiance on the part of defendant, who had expressed the opinion that he was being called upon to plough land which was unsuitable. He reminded the Bench that their duties were ministerial and not judicial. Mr. Rice Jones (secretary of the Monmouth- shire Agricultural War Executive Committee), Mr. Arthur Andrews (executive officer), and Mr. Joseph Griffiths (local cultivation officer) gave evidence in support of Mr. Lyne's opening statement. Mr. Moore said that when his client was served with a notice on the 18th February he was desirous to attend the meeting in order for his appeal to be heard, but was prevented from doing so, being away from home suffering from illness. lie immediately wrote and asked the hearing to be deferred until the next meeting, when he hoped to attend, a request he (Mr. Moore) should have thought to be a very reason- j able one. He submitted that the Committee should have complied with Mr Partridge's re- quest and given him an opportunity of being present before making the fresh order of the isth of February. Mr. Partridge's reputation for patriotism in this part of the country was well known. He yielded to no one in that respect, for he had always helped in every way in the prosecution of the war. Mr. Partridge's view was that the land was unsuitable for corn and could be more usefully used for the raising of stock. He asked the Bench to say that de- fendant was neither negligent or wilful in his actions in the matter. Defendant bore out the opening statement of his solicitor and emphasised the fact that the one meadow adjoining the Monncw was subject to floods, and not fenced. Mr. W. J. Davies, land agent, Hereford, said that he had 23,000 acres of land under his management. He considered that the land de- fendant was called upon to cultivate was un- suitable for corn production. The Bench retired, and the Chairman said, upon their return into Court, that they had decided to impose a fine of /40. Mr. Moore asked for time to consider the position with a view to appeal, and this was granted. ———— + ————

CRICKHOWELL TRIBUNAL. APPEALS OF MINERS Mr. E. Pirie Gordon presided at a meeting of the above 011 Monday afternoon, at the Town Hall, Crickhowell, when there were present Rev. W. Arvon Davies, Messrs. T. 1,1. Jones, J. Jones, J'osiah Phillips, p, Griffiths, J. Jones, and w. G. James. A farmer appealed for his son, a man of 30 years, and the only ploughman on two large farms. It was stated that the man was given a certificate of exemption from the Tribunal in 1916 on agricultural grounds, and subsequently the applicant sold the timber off one of his farms and his son assisted a timber contractor in re- moving it, and the la t moving it, and the latter got him," badged." The Protection Certificate has now been with- drawn and the man called to the colours. Mr. R. H. A. Davies, solicitor, said it was absolutely impossible for his client to manage without his sou. The Chairman and the C crk pointed out that the Tribunal certificate, in the subsequent cir- cumstances, was of no avail, and the withdrawal of the protection certificate meant that the man could only appeal on personal grounds. Permission was given to appeal in this way, and Mr. Davies said the case was very strong even from this aspect. One son had died re- cently, claimant had suffered a bad accident, and another son had been badly wounded in France. Exemption to 22nd July, 1918. A Llanelly Hill miner (21) appealed on domestic grounds. He said he was the sole support of his aged grandmother. The Chairman We are in the midst of a grave national emergency, and this man is in Class A. He should serve. The N.S.R. (Mr. Gwilym C. James) Certainly. Mr. T. LI. Jor.es But what is going to be- come of this old lady ? She cannot be left to the mercy of the world. The Chairman We want all fit man, badly. Apped refused man to serve. A Llanelly miner (22) asked for time to dispose of his sheep and other stock. The Clerk How much time do you want ? Claimant Three months. The N.S.R. Oh, no, I cannot consent to that. A month is quite sufficient. Exempted to May 31St, the N.S.R. assenting, i The appeal of a colliery repairer, married, four children, was dismissed, it being stated that the man had not yet been combed out. A Sad Case A somewhat pathetic case was that of a I' Llanelly miner, the sole support of a family of ) nine persons He is 20 years of age and in Class A. The father, an invalid, has been recom- mended for hospital treatment one brother (19) is a consumptive, and a younger brother (18) a cripple. The remaining members of the family are children attending school. The N.S.R. A very sad case. Mr. T. LI. Jones I know the case well and the facts are as stated. Conditional exemption was unanimously agreed to, the Chairman remarking that the man was earning out very important home duties. A Blackrock miner appealed on domestic grounds. One of his brothers had now joined up, and lie thought it was somewhat unfair to call upon him to go at the same time. His mother was a widow Replying to the N S R the man admitted that he had two brothers beside himself working, one over 25, who would be in the next batch to be called, and a younger one, 16. He asked for three months. The Tribunal granted exemption to 31st May. A threshing machinist (34) appealed. The Chairman Three months' exemption. Mr. J. Jones: The farmers cannot continue without this man. Mr. T. IJ. Jones Three months is not suffi- cient in a case of this sort. Mr. J ames Howat (agricultural representative) supported. Applicant My work will continue for nine months. Three months' exemption, the, Chairman re- marking that the man could apply again. The case of an agricultural worker (40), Ci, came before the Tribunal at the request of the j N.S.R., but the conditional exemption pre- viously given was confirmed. Several cases were adjourned for medical examination, the Ci airman remarking that men must ascertain their grade or category before coming before the Tribunal.

Abergavenny Stock Market. I There was a very large entry of c. lvi s, which were graded and dealt with according to the new order. There were no fat pigs on "fILT,' but there were a few stores and breeding sews, which made up to £ 30. The deputy chairman reports a full market quote, nam<ly, 30 fat c: t, l., in- cluding five bulls up to 18 cwc., and 82 hcp, principally tegs. Tje first lambs at this market were also graded. Cows and calves made up to /40.

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Llagattock Lingoed Presentations. i I RSB. WARREN DAVIES AND MRS. LUXTON I HONOURED. The National School at Llangattock Lingoed has just been the scene of two very interesting presentations-to Mrs. Luxton, who for the past 12 years held the position of school mistress of the parish and has just retired from her duties and to Mr. Warren P. Davies, of Old Court, one of the best known public and most popular men in the county, who for the past 30 years has held the position of lay reader at the Parish Church. Mrs. Jones, Werngounsell, Grosmont, and Miss Emily Lewis, Post Office, Llangattock Lingoed, conceived the happy idea of starting and organ- ising the testimonials to Mrs. Luxton, whilst Miss May Davies, Kathlea, was determined that the great services rendered in so many diffreent directions by Mr. Warren P. Davies should now be fully recognised on the occasion of his recent marriage. The new Rector, the Rev. John Griffiths, and Mrs. Griffith have also manifested considerable interest in the movement Mr. W. H. S. Whitney, J.P., C.C., Grosmont. who presided, referred to the great pleasure it afforded him to be amongst his many friends in that parish and to take part in what, so far as that village at any rate was concerned, was a unique gathering. The first event would be the presentation to Mrs. Luxton, who had for so many years carried out her duties of school- mistress in such a satisfactory manner as to gain the respect, confidence, and admiration of everyone with whom she was brought into con- tact. He had much pleasure in upon the Rector to make the presentation—which con- sisted of a despatch writing case and fountain pen—to Mrs. Luxton in the name of the sub- scribers. (Applause). The Rev. John Griffith, in doing so, referred at some length to Mrs. Luxton's great abilities as a school teacher, the highly efficient manner in which she conducted the school, how her talents as organist at the Parish Church had been appreciated, and the great loss they were about to sustain at her departure. Mrs. Luxton, in reply, thanked the subscribers I for the gifts and spoke of the kindly feeling that had always existed between the parents and children and herself, and said she deeply felt the I severance at retiring from her profession. I Guide, Philosopher and Frlersd" I The Chairman said that their next business Was to proceed with the presentation to his old and valued friend Mr. Warren Davies. He had I known Mr. Davies from his boyhood and had interests in common, for they were both public men. There was not any position -in public bodies upon which Mr. Davies acted in which he I did not succeed. He was a member of the Mon- mouthshire Agricultural Executive Committee, vice-chairman of the Monmouthshire Farmers Union, a member of the Abergavenny Rural I Military Advisory Committee, and other bodies, ) and his advice and assistance was always I, anxiously sought after. He was regarded by them ail as their Guide, philosopher and friend." (Hear, hear and applause). Mr. Davies had at last got married, but he had thoug"ht over it quite long enough. (Laughter and applause). He (the speaker) remembered quite well that at the (lose cf the year 1906 he himself got married, ard shortly after his return home he presided over a concert in that very room and he should never forget the hearty d i?( i to his late wife atid welcome that was extendeel to his late wife and himself on that occasion. (Hear, hear). In I responding to a vote of thanks moved by their t guest that evening and congratulating him upon the step he had taken, he replied by advising him to go and do likewise. (Applause). Mr. Davies had, however, taken a number of years to make up his mind, but at length he had done so and had made an admirable choice of a partner to carry him through the journey of life. He wished both Mr. and Mrs. Davies health, pros- perity, and all possible good luck for many years to come. (Loud applause). He would now call J upon the Rector to make the presentation, which consisted of an inlaid silver-mounted tray, con- taining the following inscription :—" Presented to Mr. Warren P. Davies by the Rector and friends in recognition of his 30 years' services as lav reader of the parish of Llangattock Lingoed." The Rev. John Griffith said that owing to the many varied public duties that Mr. Warren Davies had from time to time taken in connection witl parochial affairs, it was deemed advisable to make separate presentations, and these were in addition to a number of presentations made by friends in the parish individually. The j presentation in that instance was especially intended as a recognition of valuable services | rendered in connection with the Parish Church. The former gift of a silver tea service was in | respect, chiefly, of Mr. Davies's valuable aid 011 behalf of the James Davies School in that parish and of the great interest he had taken in its affairs. (Hear, hear aud applause). He (the Rector) wished to convey to Mr. and Mrs. Davies, on behalf of the subscribers, their very best wishes for a long and happy life amongst them, (Loud applause). Mr. Warren Davies, who received quite an ovation, on rising to reply said he was pleased the Rector had mentioned the gift the school children had given his wife and himself quite recently, and he could assure them that his greatest ambition had been for the welfare of | the children attending their little school. For a I number of years he had sat on their School Com- mittee and acted as correspondent, and his association with the committee, teachers, and scholars had been of a very pleasant character. | (Hear, hear and applause). With regard to any other public duties he had been able to fulfil, it was done chiefly with the parishioners' kind co- operation and help, and it would continue to be his desire, and he also spoke on behalf of his wife, to render any help, either individually or collectively, that Jay in their power. (Applause). He wished especially to thank the subscribers to the testimonial and the lady who had organ- ised it, also the Rector, and especially Mr. Whitney for presiding over their proceedings that evening and for the very great interest he took in any event for the welfare of that Parish. (Applause). Hearty votes of thanks were given to Mrs. Woodford, Miss Watkins (Bridge), Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Luxton and Miss Lewis for the part they had taken in the proceedings. +

CWMYOY. FüNnRAL Or MR. ISAIAI: MORRIS.—The funeral of the late Mr. Isaiah Morris, of the Noyadd Farm, took place on the loth inst., at Cwmyoy Church, when a considerable number of the parishioners attended. The Rev. Williams officiated in the church and at the graveside. Mrs. Mayes presided at the organ and played the Dead March in Saul in a very impressive manner as the cortege entered and left the church. The hymns Now the labourer's task is o'er and Peace, perfect peace were sung during the' service. The bearers were Messrs. M. J. Knight (Abbey Hotel), J. Gwillim (The Court), A. Griffiths (Maesyberren), D. Thomas (Penyrhoel), T. Lewis (Queen's Head), J. George (Perthycrwn), J. Powell (Black Lion), Needer (Post Office). Floral tributes were sent as follows:-Witli deepest sympathy from Mrs. B. Williams, Bridge Cottage With sincere sym- pathy from Mr. and Mrs. Nott, The Farm With deep sympathy from Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Price, Abergavenny With sympathy from Mr. and MrS. Cadle, Abergavenny With true regret and much sympathy from Miss Bridget Lewis, Stanton With deepest sympathy from Mr. and Mrs. Knight, Abbey Hotel From his six sorrow- ing Grandchildren In loving memory from Mr. I and Mrs. John Harris, The Rock In affectionate remembrance of our dear grandfather, from John and Emmie With deepest sympathy from Will and all at the Hendre Mr. and Mrs. Jasper and family, Llwyncelyn With deep sym- pathy from Mrs. Pritchard and family, Lower Henllan In loving remembrance from Mr. and Mrs. and Dorothy Mayes, School House. The coffin, which was of polished oak, was supplied by Mr. Williams, Llanvihangel, and the funeral arrangements were entrusted to Mr. E. J. Price, Abergavenny. ♦

Ewias Harold Market At their fortnightly market at Ewias Harold on Monday Messrs. Straker, Son & Chadwick had 13 fat cattle of good quality, but fat sheep were scarce, only two being penned. Calves did not meet with a very steady trade, but store cattle met with a good clearance. Cows and calves made up to £ 40, and yearling and two- year-old stock also met with a ready market. I

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I 1 i Ladies' €hoir. I F3NE CONCERT AT AEEKGAVENNY. I On Thursday evening last the Brviimawr Ladies' Choir, assisted by other artistes, gave a fine concert at the Town Kail in aid of the Mayor's Local War Fund and the Borough Band Over- seas Reception Fund. The Brynruawr Ladies' Choir had already visited Abergavenny, and their performance on that occasion was such as to delight music lovers who were present. It was very disappointing, therefore, to find such a small audience present on' Thursday night. This may be due to the fact that there have been so I many attractions of late calling for the support of the public, but all the same it was very dis- couraging to the organisers, Mrs. W. Evans and Miss Weatherspoon, secretaries of the Ladies' Committee connected with the Soldiers and- Sailors Reception Fund, nor could it have been satisfactory to the choir and the artistes who gewe their services. The choir, under the con- ductorship of Mr. W. C. Davies, rendered some captivating part-songs in really excellent style, such as Strauss' harmonious Blue Danube," Fletcher's lilting Follow me down to Carlow," the tuneful Beils of Aberdovey," together with other much-appreciated numbers, and their efforts on each occasion were loudly applauded. The artistes were :—Soprano. Mrs. W. T. Angell contralto, Miss Handley tenor, Mr. Todd Jones. I Treorchy baritone, Mr. Ambrose Pope, Ebbw i Vale monologist, Miss Pallister, Brynmawr pianist, Miss M. J. Bradley. All acquitted thell-, j sehvs with distinction and were in turn encored, Mr. Ambrose Pope gave The Desert (Em- manuel) and The Trumpeter (Airlie Dix) in < fine style, Mrs. Angell sang Roses in Picardy (Saunderson) very artistically, Miss Handley contributed two numbers very pleasingly, and the veteran Mr. Todd Jones showed that he still retains his vigour in such fine numbers as Lend iie iiulr b ?,r s ?is me your aid (Gounod), Sound an alarm and The sailor's grave," all of which he | rendered iu telling style. A duet by Messrs. Jones and Pope, Watchman, what of the night ? and a quartette by the artistes, The sea hath its pearls," added to the enjoyment of the programme. Miss Fallister, as usual, scored 2 great success with her well-selected recitations, which she declaimed with full eflc-ct, bringing out both the pathos and the humour. Her • numbers were Baby Bill," Seeing things at night," Spotty," and Mac Guire's motor- bike." She was encored on each appearance and her rendering of Robert W. Service's Carry On," which she gave as the filial encore, was a distinctly fine performance. A

Crickhowell Board of Guardians. The fortnightly meeting of this Board was held on Monday at the Town Hall, Crickhowcll, when there were present Messrs. Gwilym C. James, W. losser, A. J. Thomas, T. Price, Josiah Phillips, Wrn. Howell, T. J. Thomas, W. G. Watkins, J C. Jones, R. J. IIavward, David Thomas, J n Thomas, T. L,. Jones, E. Pirie Gordon, H(mry Thomas, aud the Rev. W. Arvon Davies. EJECTION O I'CHAIRMAN AND VICE-CHAIRMAN. This being the meeting for election of Chair- man, and Vice-Chairman, Mr. A. J. Thomas took the chair pro tem. Mr. Wm. Rosser proposed the re-election of Mr. Gwilym C. James as chairman. Mr. T. Price seconded and it was carried unanimously. The Chairman I thank you for your renewed confidence and hope we shall get through our business as pleasantly and as well as last year. (Hear, hear). On the motion of Mr. David Thomas, Mr. Evan Williams was unanimously re-appointed Vice-Chairman. INDOOR OFFICERS' APPLICATION. The House Committee, reporting with regard to the indoor officers' application for a further monetary allowance in view of the reduced dietary and increased cost to the officers of the I' articles they now purchased, recommended the Board to increase the present sum of 7s. to each officer to ios. per person to be expended in the I purchase of provisions, as hitherto. The Chairman moved the adoption of the report, Mr. A. J. Thomas seconded, and it was I carried unanimously. NEED OF CULTIVATION. I Mr. W. G. Watkins drew attention to the fact that a portion of the land acquired by the Guardians was not cultivated, and said that every yard of ground should be tilled to produce foodstuffs. The Clerk The land is in the occupation of a tenant. Mr. Watkins Well, I think he might be approached. The ground ought to be used to grow potatoes, vegetables, &c. The Chairman I agree the land should be in hand. It was decided to see the tenant on the matter. CHILDREN OF DECEASED SOLDIERS. I Each of the Relieving Officers stated that there were no motherless children of deceased soldiers on their relief lists. The information had been asked for by the County Soldiers and Sailors Pensions Committee. A Guardian remarked that he was very glad to find they had no cases. +

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OrsskhcwsU fcsi District Council. Raad^sn Work The mrmtllly meeting of this Council was held 011 Monday morning at the Town Hall, Crick- I howell, when there were present Messrs. W. G. jainc-s, Josiah Phillips, Henry Thomas, E. Pirie Gordon, Gwilym C. James, A. J Thomas, W. Rosser, T. 1,1. Jones and the Rev. W. Arvon Davies. APPOINTMENT o¡; CHAIRMAN AND VICE-CHAIRMAN. This beirg the annual :i illr, -,Vm. Rosser presided pro tem. Mr. E. Pirie Gordon proposed the re-election of Mr. W. G. James as chairman. Mr. Josiah Phillips seconded, .and h was carried unanimously. j Mr. Josiah Phillips then proposed that Mr. A. j J. Thomas he re-appointed vice-chairman. Mr. E. Pirie Gordon seconded and it was carried unanimously. Both the Chairman and Vice-Chairman re- turned thank: LAX COUNCILLORS A COMPLAINT. The list of attendances was read by the Clerk, aud" it was stated that the Chairman, Vice- Chairman, and Messrs. E. Pirie Gordon and Wm. j Rosser hcd not missed a single meeting during the year. Mr. c. Fide Gordon Six of the Councillors I have only attended oue meeting. Mr-. Win. Rosser said it was certainly not fair J to the rest of the Councillors. It was a I)oe- way of looking after the interests of these ratepayers I who sent them to the Council. Mr. E. Pirie Gordon The responsibilities of local government should be equally shared nowadays. (Hear, hear). The Clerk was instructed to write to the erring I Councillors pointing out that they are not doing I their duty in not attending the Council meetings. I FARMERS COMPLAIN A SERIOUS SHORTAGE OF I LABOUR. The Cwmdu Parish Council wrote asking the Council to consider the serious shortage of labour on the land, and assist the farmers by releasing roadmen who are skilled farm workers to help in the ingathering of the harvest during July, August and September. In their opinion, the German prisoners of war could repair the roads. Mr. Gwilym C. j ames I agree with the latter suggestion. The Cleik But the matter is outside the province of this Council. Mr. G. C. J ames Quite so. Mr. Josiah Phillips strongly supported the appeal of the Parish Council. They were de- pending upon this year's harvest for food, and J more labour would be required to gather in the increased crops. It was stated by the Deputy Surveyor some time ago that in one instance a farmer did not pay the roadman's ordinary rate of wages, but this was stoutly denied, and he (the speaker), at any rate, always paid the proper rate and provided them with food in addition. The Surveyor should instruct the men to go to farmers when asked. They must consider the farmers these days. Mr. T. Ll. Jones You have got to consider the men as well as the farmers. (Hear, hear). The Chairman There has always been a I standing instruction from this Council to release men, when practicable, for work in the harvest field. Mr. W. Watkins (Deputy Surveyor) I have never told the men they are to go, but that they are free to go. I Mr. T. Ll. Jones Certainly. The men must decide the question for themselves. The Chairman The men are not going to go unless they are paid the standaid rate of wages. Mr. T. LI. J ones If it suits the farmers so well, it would surely be beneficial to offer the men some inducement. Mr. Josiah Phillips asked whether the Sur- veyor could not instruct the men to go to farms when asked. At present the men said they must first get the consent of the Surveyor, and this meant delay and loss of time. The Chairman Oh, no. The Surveyor must certainly be approached. Suppose, for in- stance, a road has been seriously damaged in a vital place, immediate repairs are needed for the public safety. It would be extremely awkward to find the men away. Mr. Josiah Phillips A field of corn is more important to-day than the repair of a broken culvert. Instructions were, as before, given to release workmen as often as practicable. +

GOVI LON. NEW ALLOTMENT FIELD.—Some thirty holders are working as the weather permits in the Aqueduct Meadow, leased from Mr. F. Humfrey for seven years. Some dissatisfaction has been caused at the price charged, and several plots are still to be let. It is hoped that as many as possible of the original applicants will see their way to drop all differences at this critical period and back up the Council by taking every vacant plot off their hands at once. The price of the land is gd. per perch, the Parish Council being responsible for up-kcep, &c. +

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