The Cambria Daily Leader

AMUSEMENTS. < RftUfiti the Swansea Picture Halls and Theatres. EMPIRE. Stunts, the whole seven of them, at! tha Swansea Empire, opened with a crowded house, and fully maintained the reputation of Harry Day, as well as that vf the author and composer and the mem- bers of the company, presenting the light and airy" rollicking mirth- provoking series of stunts. Those who have seen these snappy" stunts before get their expectations and recollections fully satisfied, and those who have not fritnesaed, or listened to the snippy hits and the music and the dances can scarcely realise the tre-at in store for them. To particularise all the good items would have a tendency to expand a mere notice into a lengthy catalogue, for there is not an unintereting moment rw a lull in the programme, or the great way in which it is gone through -froin the pourtrayal of super-tax rilla to the close of the hunt ball. The musical numbers are as charming as they ire various in type, and range from the Jazz backward to the songs of olden days, which super-induced some members of the vadience to close their eyes and imagine they were hulf-a-century younger than tfhey really are. Yes. Mr. Charles Henry, the Stunts are" great," and Mr. Richardson, the Empire manager, is to be congratulated upon the week's show. The prospect of a nightly crush is already evident. THE GRAND. Those who are fond of a U romantic" I play, full of hair-breadth escapes, gWTgeous costumes, and packed with ex- citement, will find ample material for amusement at the Grand Theatre this week. The play had a long run at the Lyric Theatre, London, when Mr. Mathe- "On Lang played tho leading part. It deals with the France of 1804, when Napoleon was still "Bonaparte, First Consul." It is full of action, and from start to finish keeps the attention of the audience. Mr. Haydn Coffin, as the Ojrnpte de Treviers, Chevalier of the Purple Mask, worthily sustains his high reputation, and manages to give us ample indication that he can sing as well as ?er, Miss May Fairclough, as Laurette dA Chateaubriand, the heroine of the play, is a dainty little lady, and gives a charming impersonation. The other out- standing members of a powerful company r»i» Messrs. Albert E. Raynor, as Majolin; Geo. Mayfield, as Fouch, Chief of Police; Lewis Gilbert as Briquet, the Detective; Arthur knight as Lieut. Roche; Leon Tavare as Captain Lavernais; Richard Season as Dominique; and Misses Olive Whitney as Valentine and Ruby Hilditch as Sabina, THE ELYSIUM. A certain young man, like countless others of his brothers, desired to take more than a passive interest in the war, And., like many others too, found some difficulty in being able to do so. His efforts eventually meet with success, but the manner in which he jyets to work, the many exciting and pleasing incidents that toko place, must not be revealed here. Sufuce to say that the film, I'll say so," is one of the most delightful, the most Invitrora-tincly cheerful that has b-ei, sh own at Swansea for eomo time. One would not describe it as a picture with a punch, but rather as a spafkling produc- tion. Of course there is a charming heroine, who cannot but endear herself to all. The second star is Madcap Madge," a picture replete with happiness. Edd e Polo in The Circus King" continues to supply thrills gnlore. There is, by the way, a feature of the programme which is worthy of particular note. and tha* if that the whole bill of fare is clean and pleasure-giving, and win suit young and old alike. THEATRE ROYAL. Foremost on a bill of undeniable quality at the Theatre Royal this week is a. aim featuring Owen Moore and Hedda Nova, entitled The Crimson Gardenia —an adaptation from the famous story by Rex Beach. The force and vividness of Beach's writing is his chief qualification, yet it can be said that the photo-play is every whit as tense as the book. The c,ce,ne, where the hero is brought face to; face with & gang ef desperadoes, is WOJ). derfully acted, aniii indeed it can be safely said that the picture is one of the most c,ua,.iamfni- thrillerr we have seen for a lang time. MT. adventure is to be !oGlld ia the picture showing the tc Explúits of the German Submarine u33," whilst | Ethel Clayton In Wonwm's W J:")D in as appealing as ever. rhe eouito reditura is a two-reel riot. "Oactu Nolj," and! whilst the final iaiialment of the serial Hands Up," and Episode 2 of the new s&cial, Tegtirning Rr.ider," together iv a U the usual to pica is. make up a pro- gramme of great variety and Quality. L. CASTLE CINEMA. ■The inevitable result of marrying for money, i«pardiess of love, is profoundly ic the powerful photo-play, Stronger Way," which is being pre- sented &t the Castle Cinema during the first this* days of this week. The acting is simply grand, Irene Elvidge showing up to the beat advantage in a role that reqnireti jonsumniate 6kill and ability. The atory man decidedly interesting; and rivettec .1l" atiai?-non of the audience. Not the least 'arresting was the second star film fwturs, The Girl of Timber Claims," in v-.ieL, Constance Talmadge -mit It* outstanding figure. The plot was -.ei amidst delightful mountain, and ."YwTy. t'hi like of which has iever !>f«E surpassed on the ecrcen. The «,»ia«dr ]xutio«: of the programme is ex- oegftingly good. IIt ? CARLTON. jTh- dosiiinajit figure in The Green £ j$d." which is being filmed at the C#ri ton tfliis week, ts Harry Morey; and if,k-im are told that this popular actor is being featured, it is quite safe to predict usual-ly good acting. Who pJst is de- cidedly ingenuous, and the audience is kept in a state of tensicn throughout. There is a good sprinkling of mystery attached, and at the termination a curious surprise is revealed. Stuart Black ton's latest triumph, The Common Cause," a magnificent super-production in six reels, is another excellent production. It is full of thrilling events, with just a touch of humour. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Comradeship," featuring Lily Elsie, will be shown; also Shadows," starring Gerald ine Farrar in a Stull (Oold- wyn) picture; and don't forget to see the final episode of Hands Up." PICTURE HOUSE. The Piettire Ilouso, iu High-street was again thronged on Monday afternoon and evening, and all were Whighiy de- lighted with a series of excellent films. First, "The "White Alan," featuring an all-star cast. The story is that of a man who sacrifices himself for a friend bv allowing it to be assumed that it is lie. and not the real culprit, who had gambled with and lost L7,000 which he beld in charge for an orphan fund. The story of his life on a ranch out West, the love of an Indian Equaw, and their son, is full of grip and pathos. Another great picture is The Silent Woman," a great Metro storv of love and intrigue. The Fight for Millions" continues to attract, the present episode being The Engine of Terror." Pathe's Gazette rounds up an unusually good combina- tion. Y.M.C.A. CINEMA. The Y.M.C.A. Cinema, in Page-street, Swansea, had an excellent star picture in Her Amateur Orphan" on. Monday night. It is sufficient to say that the leading palrt in the film is taken by Miss Gladys Ilie. whose mere appearance is the guarantee of the cleverness of the piece. On the comedy side of the pro- gramme was a laughable story entitled U Bobby's Fairy," the leading actress be- ing Mary Stewart. The picture has been described as one huge scream, and suffice it to say that it i-S. Capt. Jinks. Plumber," was another good comedy, and of great educational powers was a film of a Californian Ostrich Farm. For Thurs- day the star picture will be Mary Rynn's masterpiece. Stop Thief."

I FOR THE INSTITUTE. Successful Cross Hands Eisteddfod. ) On Saturdav an eisteddfod was held fat the Public Hall. Cross Hands, in aid of II the funds of the Institute. Mr. W. Gre<ville, J.P., preside during the day, Mr. T. ?for?an, J.P., Ppnygroe?. con- ducted, and in the evening Mr. C. E. Cleeyes (Swansea presided, while Gwilym a?in (Bettws) conducted. The adjudi- cators were: Music, Mr. Gwilym R. Jones, Ammanford; literature, Gwilym Myrddin Mr. Tom James, T.C.L., accompanied. The treasurer was Mr. J. A. Davies, while the secretaries were Messrs. D. M. Jenkins I (Westlea) and W. Tewis (Awelfor). I AWARDS. The mvards were :-Solo for boys under 10: 1, Aneurin Rees. Cross Hands; 2. Johnny Morris, Cefneithin. Solo for girls undor 10: 1, Lilv Lloyd, Cefn-eithin; 2, Vera Evans, Gorslas; 3, Evelyn Roes, Cross Hands. Pianoforte" solo: Divided between Willie Davies, Cefneithin, and Wvn Harris, Cefneithin. Solo for boys under 12: 1, Willie Davies, Cefneithin: 2, A nurin Williams, Felinfoel. Recita- tion for children under 14: 1, Grace Row. Cwmgwili: 2. Millicent Collins, Cwmgwili. Solo for girls under 12: 1, Doris Lloyd, Cefneithin: 2, Evelyn Rees, Cross Hands. Englvn: Mr. Joseph Henry, Drefach. Duet for children under 14: Doris and Lily Lloyd, Cefneithin. Lyric: Mr. John Jon^s, Cro«s Hands. Solo for girls under 16: Divided between Doris and Lily Lloyd. Solo for hoys under 16: 1, Willie Davies, Cefneithin; 2, Ivor Evans, Cross Hands. Children's choir: Gorslas. conducted by Mr. D. Hughes. Soprano solo: Divided between Miss Jennie Evans, Gamant. and jJi, Annie Davies, Carmarthen. Tenor solo: Mr. Harry Brazell, Pwll. Mixed cbriir: Two competed, Drefach and Cefneithin the prize was awarded to I Dreheh (Mr. D. Harris). Bass solo: Mr. f Myrddin Evans, Pwll. Duet: Mr. Myr- ddin Evans and Mr. Harry Brazell.. Champion solo: Madame Bessie Morris, Ammanford. Male voice party: Five choirs sang, and were awarded marks as follows: Fforestfach 39, Tycroes 40, Tumble 3fi. Drefach 43. Pontyberem 42. Drefach. conducted by Mr. W. "Jones, were declared the winners.

DRUNKEN FREAK. Llanelly Youth Who Stele From a Swansea Clothes Line. At Swansea Police Court on Tuesday, James Jones, ?t3) labourer, was 'charged with having bee drunk and disorderly in Gor?c-rond, and a?<? with Hhahng from a clothes line belonging to Mrs. May J. Haydon, on November 20, three shirts and ') blouse, valued 35s. Mr. Rciperl, Lewis prosecuted, Mr. II. Thompson defended. For the defence, Mr. Thompson said that Jones was a son of a man at Llanelly, a doubler in the teel works, 47 years of age, who had served for 3 years in France with credit. They were people of the utmost respectability. Defendant him- self had been a bugler in the 4th Batt. Welsh Regiment, where he eerved for 2 years and 51 days, and then it was found impossible to keep him on account of his ag?. He was demobilised with an ex- cellent discharge. His present eutpade was the result of a drunken fre:Lk. A letter had been received from the Vicar of Llanelly. Defendant was bound over for 12 months, on payment of costs.

Poetry and Music was the subject of a keen and interesting debate at Hope i Young People's Society, Pontardu!ais. on! Monday evening. The leaders were j I Nurse Price and Miss J. Bevan (school- j mistress). Mr. William John, Islwyn, i pressed.

THE CHILDREN'S SUMMER HOME. The children of our dead sailors and soldiers arc dreaming of that summer holiday. Are you helping to make the dream a reality?

HERMON INDUCTION. I I New Pontarduiais Pastor. I Monday was a red-leiter day in the, history of Hermon C.M. Church, when the Rev. W. Glyn Jones, B.A., late of Aberystwyth College, was inducted as j pastor. ) Messrs. Thomas Davies. Birc-hgrove, I secretary of tho church, and Evan Hopkins, Worn Villa, gave the history of the call. The following ministers expressed their I good wishes towards church and pastor: l?e\^s. W. E. Prythercli (Swansea), Prof. David Williams, M.A. (Alurystwyth), W. Moses Davies, B.A. (Abercynon). T. E. Davies (Treoichy), E. C. Pugh, B.A. (Tonyrefail), Dan Evans, B.A. (Siloh, Llanelly), Rhys G. Davies (Penclawdd), Joseph Lewis (Libanue), John Davies, B.A. (English Presbyterian), Dd. Jones, W. Talfan Davies (Goioeinon), H. J- j Davies (Loughor), Lodwig I.Rw¡,; (swan- sea), John Richards (Cwntbwrla), W. j Edwards, M.A., Walter Davies, T. J. Lewis. Aid. Ben Jones, J.P. (Swansea), and Mr. Roderick Evans (Treorcliy). Local churches expressed welcome through the Revs. Griffith Jones (capel, Newydd), D. Lloyd Morgan, D.I). (Ho?'), and Ben Davies. B. B.D. (Si1oh), (?)n ?regationa)ists; H. W. Dav:es (Calfaria), Gcorse Williams (Ta'?rnacle), D. II. Davids (Carmel, Ponrlliw), Baptists; E. D. Thomas (Wcsleyan). I THE NEW PASTOR. The new pastor, who i6 a native of Bron-Nant, Cardiganshire, has had a dis- tinguished career, and served three years in lLM. Forces. During his short stay iu Pontardulais he has already won the esteem and affection not oaly of his church hut of the community in general. Refreshments were provided the visitors after the service by Hermon C.M. Church. In the evening Professor David Wil- liams preached an eloquent sermon to a ^argo congregation.

I MATTHEWS—ROBERTS. I Marriage of Deputy Chief Constable's Dauahter. The marriage of Mr. David John Mat- t-hens, second son of Mr. Edmund Mat- thews, Bryngwyn Villa, Woodfield Side, Blackwood, Moil., and Miss Annie Roberts, eldest daughter of Mr. R. D. Roberts, Deputy Chief Constable of the Swansea Borough Police Force, took Blnce at St. Matthew's Welsh Church, ligh-street, Swansea, on Tuesday morn- ing. There was a large assembly of the bride and bridegroom's relatives and friends present, including Mrs. R. D. Roberts and Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Mat- then's. The bride was given away by her father, and the bridegroom was a in- tended by Mr. Cyril Harper as best man. The service was conducted by the Rev. T. C. Evans, assisted by the Rev. Lewis (curate). Tho bride was charm- ingly attired in a fawll costume with hat t-o match, and carried a choice spray bouquet. The bridesmaids were the Misses HIodwen and Lilv Roberts (sisters of the bride), who were most tastefully gowned, and also carried shower bouquets ot pink flowers. As the happy- couple left the holy edifice, after the ceremony, Mr. Set]) Phil- lips, the organist, played the Wedding'March. The wedding break- fast took place at the residence of the bride's parents at Sketty, at which there I were a large number of guests present. There were numerous wedding gifts of a costly and useful description, including a handsome present from the officers and men of the Northern Division, and offi- cers and men of the Western Division, of the Police Force. Later in the day the newly wedded pair If'f for Liverpool, where the honeymoon will be spent. The bride's travelling cos- tume was of navy blue. ——

THE ONLY COUGH CURE THAT DISSOLVES THE PHLEGM. Curing ,1 cough in the natural way means dissolving the phlegm that causes j the cough. FlemeltÜ;" taken in warm water dissolves tha phlegm as easily all the sun melts the snow." Good for old and young. Price Is. 3d. and 3s. (by post 4d. extra) Kich, The Chemist, Ltd., 30, High Street, Swansea. j

Under the auspices of the Pontardulais branch of the I.L.P., an address was de- livered on Monday evening, at the Mechanics' Institute, by Mr. Neil MtLeaji. M.P. for CT-ovan. J

FORMER MAYORESS. I Photo by] [Senile Bros. Lato Mrs. Gwilym Morgan, whose death was announced in our c d •; i M'" day.

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS. 11 tvansea Education Staffing Committee OIL Monday decided that the schools should close for the Christmas Holidays from Saturday, December 20th, to MOll- day, January 5th.

MR. WORRELL, London Sight-Testing Expert, AT THE CENTRAL HALL, Swansea, 0 THE WHOLE OF THIS WEEK. HEADACHES. Eighty per cent, of apparently incurable cases of headaches ani due to defects of the eyesight, and can he permanently over- come by wearing properly fitted glasses. Most people suffering from headaches never, suggest that their eyes are the source of the trouble. Yet it is so, as Mr. Worrell has found over and over ag&in. CHILDREN'S EYES. Mr. Worrell has given close attention to eye defects in children, and all parents ii-lio are in the slightest doubt as to their ehildren's sight should take them to Mr. Worrell and have their eyes thoroughly examin(X1. They will.be grateful for this ford hought in later years. Even if the eyes seem all right, go and consult him. Hundreds of people make a point of doing this, as they know there is no fear of being advised to wear glasses when these are unnecessary; that, if all is well, they come away sat isfied that their eyesight is sound in every respect. And it costs them nothing. [ HQW: Ai Attendance: 10 to 1, 2 tq 7. m ■

LATE MR. W. H. BOWEN. Funeral of WellKnown IVlorriston Gentleman. The fact that the late Mr. Will, H. Bowen, of Groentield, Morriston, was revered by all with whom ho came in contact was abundantly manifested on Monday, when a representative gathering- attended the last obsequies. The deceased, who was Od years of age, was a deacon of Libanus Congregational Chapel for very many vears, and his most prominent characteristics were a charm of manner and a complete absence of as- si-iiiptioii. A brother of Mrs. Wm. Wil- liams. oZ Llwyneryr, he WaA the son of the late Mr. Thomas Bowen, late pro- prietor of the Morriston Tinplate Works. The Hev. W. Dyfodwg Davies (pastor of Libanus), who was assisted by the Rev. J. Davies (Cwmrhydyx-eirw), officiated at the funeral whilst the deacons of Libanus, wiio acted as bearers were: Messrs. Chas. Savage, T. Oakley Walters, D. J. Thomas Daniel Edwards, J. J. Hughes, James I Jones, Thomas Phillips, John Ware, J. A. JJeans and D. F. John. THE MOURNERS. The mourners were: Messrs. Samuel Lowen, Edwin Bowen (brothers), W. R Barrett (son-in-law), Arthur Lewis, 'I; ki i,i,y port; John Morj-aii, T. Davies iCuw(>rt(¡lI), D. DtH"ies, Cheltenharu. (bro- ti;ers-in-iaw), Cliff Bowen and Alfred I'avies, Brecon (nephews). Among the general public present were: J'ev. Geler Jones, Dr. M. W. Wiliams, Captain Barratt, Dr. Dan Bowen. Messrs. Oukley Walters, J.P.. T. H. Williams, i) R. Jenkins, Sam Hill, George Rowe, h'fginald Rowe, Victor Bowe, W. J. Wil- liams, D George, Frank Davies, J. L. Bowen, Neath; Thomas Wiliams, John Williams and many others. THE WREATHS. The followinsr is a list of wreaths:— In ever-loving memory of my dear hus- band. It is biit crossii!g-ith a bated breath And -wii to, set face—a little strip of sea, To find thosq loved ones waiting on the taliore, More beautiful, more precious than before." In tenderest memory of our dear father, j—From Muriel, Isobcl and Ritchie. With deepest sympathy .—From Capt. land Mrs. Barrett. In fond remembrance of Grandpa.— From Walter and little George. With deepest sympathy.—From Cassie and Tom. AVitli deepest sympathy.—From F. H. and A/Leyshon. In ever-loving memory.—Form Maria and Violet A tribute of affection to an old and j I faithful friend.—From Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Jenkins, Arfryn. Mr. ati d Mrs. D. With deepest sympathy.—From Mr. and Mrs. n. George, Westcrcss. In loving remembrance.—From Lizzio all-i, grandchildren, Gloucester, l in loving memory.—From Tom and Martha. In affectionate i-enieiiibrance,Frotii all al Upper Farm, Mechfain. In loving memory.—From M. A. and Jack, Wellington-place, Brecon. In fond memory and with heartfelt •sympathy.—From Jane and Fred. In ever-loving memory.—From Charles and Emmie. With deepest sympathy.—From Samuel and family. With deepest sympathy.-From Mr. Popkin Morgan and family. In loving inejilory.-I-i.om Dpvid and Jessie. In loving remembrance.—From Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Williams. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs. Walters and Johns. Mor- I riston.

MUMBLES MALE VOICE. Ther" is a movement on foot at the | Mumbles with a riew to forming a dis- trict male voice party. There are plenty of good vocalists in the Oyster Village, and a good combination of voices is anticipated. Th'- object is to foster music in the district, and to colnpct« at I the tfisteddioxau.

I HEADSHIPS. Swansea Scholastic Changes. Several important appointments were made at a lengthy meeting of the Swansea < Education Staffing Sub-Committee held at the Guildhall on Monday. Alderman Dd. Matthews, M.P., was re-elected chairman, and Mr. John Lewis vice-chairman. After throe candidates for the position of history mistress at the Intermediate Girls' School had been interviewed, one of them (Mies A. Jenkins, of Bellx-r) was ap- pointed, at a commencing salary of £ 240 rising to J3360. Miss Jenkins graduated m tho University of Wales with first clast honours in history, and has had teaching experience in Belper High School. Of four applicants for the position 01 teacher of domestic subjects, two were t "shoeen to appear before the committee at a further meeting, to be held next 3fon. I dny: Miss Ariaivwen Bevan, 28, The I Promenade, Swansea, and Miss Mary | W. Trick, of Mumbles. I HEADSHIPS. I After considering the appointment of I head teachers of St. Helen's Boys' School, | vacant at the end of the year by the re- tirement of Mr. Lewis Sehleswick, and of Dunvant School, on the death of Mr. John Roach, the conunittee decided to off'«r the St. Helen's vacancy to Mr, D. M. Lewis. headmaster at Cwm. Mr. T. D. Evans, headmaster of the Waunwen BoyW School, wmj offered the transfer to Cwm. For thø two vacancies thus caused Mr. Evan T. Davies (Brynymor-crescent), assistant master at Terrace-road boys' school, was appointed to Waunwen or Cwm, and Mr. R. Davies( the well-known secretary of thsi Class Teachers' Association, at present headmaster at Cwmbwrla, to Dunvant. To fill the head-mistresvship of the Mor- Schoo l due t<t riston (Neath-road) Girls' School, due to tho resignation of Mias M. L. Bevan, Miss M. E. Shipton, head-mistress of the Waun- wen Girls' School, was transferred, her phce being filled by the apixuntment of Miss M. A. Thomas, assistant at Rut- r lanq-Ürpet Girls' School. The Director of Education reported that the c«rtificate,ij £ Miss R. Mitchell, head- mistress of the Brynmill Infants' School, wonld oxpire in Decernbor next, and sub- mitted an application from Miss Mitchell that it should be extended until the .sum- mer holidays. The c-ominittee decided to I apply to the Board of Education for power to do so.

I THE PRECENTOR. I  1 I Mr. John Lewis' 21 Years at -1 New Siloh. After 21 years' faithful service, Mr. Juo. Lewis, prcccntor of New Siloh Welsh Congregational Chapel, Landore, is re- signing his position. Mr. Lewis, who took the baton as a successor to the lata Mr. John Jones (" Ap Caradog") has been most active, and the congregational singing and the many choirs he has trained from blll to time have been of a very hijh standard. l Mr. Lewis has catered for many classical concerts, and has performed many master- pieces. I The deacons and members worshipping at New Siloh, as well as the congregation, have decided to have a complimentary concert for his benefit. A strong com- mittee has been appointed. Mr. Ivor Owen, the well-known musi- cian and organist at the chapel, has been appointed his successor.

I I TRY THIS FOR PILES. 1 I Former sufferer gives the simple prescript I tion received from a Harley Street specialist. This has avoided hun- dreds of operations. If you are afflicted with such painful del/ilitating and nerve-racking physical calamities as piles, haemorrhoids, pruritus, etc., you not only want reliea from them, but you want relief quickly- not to-mcrrow, next day or week after next. Moreover, the pains and discomfort are not the only things to consider. You must remember that delay in adopting proper treatment always renders the cure moro difficult in the end, and in some; cases delay may even prove to be down- right suicidal. When piles develop to a point where t'he tissues rupture and bleeding results, there is special danger of infection and blood poisoning. To keep the affected parts asceptic or I surgically clean ::s practically impossible Sacs of pus form and eat their way through walls of the intestine, until* there is a false passage. Then you havev a. case of fistula to deal with or even tumour. ulcers, cancer, and other com- plications Many ,.f these are incurable [ and defy oven the be.st surgical skill. but tli o simple piles, or haemorrhoids from which they develop may be cured with comparative ease. All you need is a tu hf; of emolin, which a;lY chemist can supply for only ?. Rd.. including a\ 'I pifil applicator for internal piles. The Ij manufacturers of this remarkable formula I which was originated by a famous speciailis; in rectal disorders, guarantee it to stop all aching, itching, and burn- ing within one hour, and to reduce all swelling and inflammation within six hours. Time rer i.ired for a complete cure, of course, depends upon the severity of the piles, but the healing action of Nemolin is extremely rapid, and one < tube is usually sufficient for the average case.

I VICAR OF MYDRIM. Death of Former Pontardulais I. Divine. f Genuine regret was felt at Pontardulaia 011 Monday afternoon, when the news came of the death of the Rev. J. W. Jones, B.A.. Vicar of Mydrim. The reverend gentleman had acted a6 Vicar of Llandilo Talybont for 35 years, and durinsr that time he and his family had endeared themselves into all sections of the community,Nonconformist antiChurch alike. The rev. gentleman was for many yeaM a member of the old Llandilo Taiy- botit School Board, and of other public bodies. The interment will take place at St. Teilo'a, Pontardulais.

I I ,TEN JOBS IN 2 YEARS. I Girls' Reasons for Reaving. The juvenile department of a Midlands Employment Exchange gives the ful- lowing history of a girl who had ten jobs in two years and nine months. The fol- lowing is a list of the jolxi she held, wages, time occupied, and reasons for leaving;- Lathe hand, lis., 6 months, wanted more money. Gauging cartridges, lOs., 1 month, piece rate. Dogging up, ISs., 6 weeks, too heavy. Wood staining, 18s., 2 months, bad time-keeping. Paper sorting, lss., 1 month, locked out. Wire bending, tï; 5 weeks, no reason. 'Wiping rods. 25s., 1 week, work too dirty. Brass mop- ping. 40s., 4 months, short of work. Lamp a:,¡semb!ing. 185,. 1 month, bad fiiite keep- ing. Brass mopping, 205.. 2 moiiths, gaffer shouted." J

HOW GRANTS ARE LOST j Ammanford Magistrate and I Child Workers. At Ammanford Police Court on Mon. day. Mr. J. Williams, school attendance officer, brought on a number of parents for the non-attendance of their children. Mr. J. LeAvis, J.P., pointed out that by this non-attendance grants were being lost, and the ratepayers made to suffer, j He computed that In one case there was a. loss of 2s. 3d., and iiuuiothsr caeo of II)e.. One irate mother emptied her phial of ¡ wrath on the innnocet head of the officer. You will not believe anybody," she de- clared. You are the most ridiculous Man I have ever come across. There is no sense or reason in you, man." She was eventually pulled up by the deputy chief constable, who advised her to talk less, that it would bo lwtter for her. Fines of 7s. Ikl. and 1O-s. were imposed in several of the cases. At the close the chairman (Mr. W. Llewelyn) uttered a warning to employers of labour generally, and more particu- larly to the local colliery companies. They must not, he said .employ children who reached 14 in the middle of a school term. I