The Aberdare Leader

Town Ward Election. ,Sir,-Inasiiii-icli as a vacancy has occurred in the Town Ward by the lamenta- ble death of our late honoured Councillor W, Hodges, it is incumbent upon the electors to choose a successor and, strange to say, the opportunity of choosing and deciding has been very limited as to time—the seat officially declared vacant Friday, and nomi- nations to be received not later than the Wednesday following. What need was there for such a hurry, I cannot imagine. Of course, there was a doubt as to <> the advisability of having a casual election, y I seeing that: only a few months had to run out before the seat had to be declared vacant again. However, I may say that this doubt, and the shortness of time refer- red to above., has placed the Trades Council under a disadvantage and in the absence of any requests from lodges situated in the Ward to run a Working Man Candidate, it has been considered best to hold our hands this time as a Council. It may be that some of those wise and honourable" men who found cause to complain of the action of the Council at the last elections will now have ik&ir own sweet way. It is rumoured that three per^OfiS are likely to take the field. One, I know, M*. Berry. the defeated Labour Candidate in the' is determined to fight. Judging from the ii»p*cp,sion Mr. Berry made on the rate- payers i^ a p;:owded meeting at the Cardiff Castle Assembly Hoom lately, lie has every reason to hope for ^ijcce^§. From my own personal knowledge andGpefien.ç£> ¡:Jf hilIl, he is well qualified and fully deserves the confidence of the rate-payers. His character is above suspicion, his knowledge extensive and practical, and his courage always equal to i4ii convictions. I hope the workers will do their di4ti pn this occasion. Think, compare, judge, and dec^e by the standard of real ability and character, ijien I ani confident of Mr. Berry's success. Thanking you, Sir. in anticipation, Yours truly, tD Aberainan, JOHN DAVIES. 111 m

"Y Gwir yn erbyn y Byd." Gwahoddir cynyrehion i'r golofn lion. Pob gohebiaeth i'w anfon i Swyddfa'r Leader," Aberdar. -< "CERDDI IEUENCTYD." tAr glawr "Llyfr Barddoniaeth Pelidros.") Mae'r Cerddi" per yn dyferu—o nodd I'r llenyddol deulu: 0 riu gwawl yr Awen gu, Pelidros sy'n pelydru. Merthyr Tydfil. An HEVIN. Y GOG YN ABERNANT. Fel gauaf yr haf brofwyd,—ae acen Y Gwcw anmharwyd; Tro go gas i'r edn las-hvyd Eleni oedd cael anwyd. Meliefin. 1902. AB HEVIN.

Nodion. Yr oedd dydd lau diweddaf yn ddydd o la wen-ch wedi yn mysg giowyr De- lieuclir Cymra. a cliafodd y newydd o berthynas i ddedfryd y Stop-day'' dder- byniacl gwresog. Beth bynnag a ddy wedir o berthvnas i briodoldeb net\[anmhriodoldeb yr arferiad o gymeryd gwyl heb ganiatad y meistri amlwg yw nad yw Undeb y gweitli- wyr yn gyfrifol am y cyfryw mewn un modd. O leiaf dyna farn y Barnwr Bigliam. Ac y mae yr un mor amlwg nad oedd un- rhyw falais yn ymddygiad y gweithwyr ac i'r ffaith hon yn ddiau y mae troad y fanto yn ddyledus i raddau lielaeth. fly- derwn yn fawr er nnvyn heddwcli, ac er mwyn llwyddiant dyfodol y fasnach lo, y bydd i'r meistri gymeryd awgrym y Barnwr i ystyriaeth a gweithredu arno. End the litigation" oedd ei gynghor, a diau y byddai vn llawer gwell i'r glo-berclienog i gytuno a!i wrthwynebwr ar frys, Y mae cwestiwn y D.D. yu dyfod i fwy o sylw yn barhaus, ac yn awr y mae y Wes- leyaid wedi cymeryd y mater mewn Haw o ddifrif. 0 bob ffurf o gwacyddiaeth credwn mai hwn yw y mwyaf gwrthun, Chwareu teg i'r crach-feddyg physygwrol, nid yw ef yn gyffredin yn rhyw chwanog iawn am deitlau. Os gadewir llonydd iddo i dderbyn arian ffyliaid mewn heddwcli, boddlon ydyw. Ac os gwelir ef yn gwneyd defnydd o lythrenau neu urddau nad ydynt yn eiddo iddo, gwae ef. Bydd y broffes- wriaeth feddygol ar ei gefn fel corph y farwolaetli. Ond y mae y crach-feddygon duwinyddol teitlog mor ami yn ein mysg a 17, man-wybed haf ac yn llawn mor boenyddiol hefyd. Yn y Gynhadledd Wesleyaidd dy- wedai y Parch. C. H. Kelly nad oedd un esgus o gwbl dros i bregethwyr leuainc fyned i loffa am deitlau i feusydd Traws- weryddol pryd yr oedd teitlau Prydeinig i'w cael y gellid en henill drwy lafur caled a dygn. Gallwn fyned yn mhellach a dweyd nad teg ydyw fod y rhai y mae eu huchel- gais yn llawer mwy na'u cariad at lafur I efrydol yn cael eu cydnabod yn yr un modd a'r rhai nad yw eu teitlau yn blyf ben- thyg" o wlad machlud haul. n Awgryma Mr. Kelly y dylid gwneyd i'r teitl-garwyr hyn ysgrifenu enw yr athrofa lie y derbyniasant yr anrhydedd (?) ar ol y teitl, neu o leiaf ysgrifenu U.S.A. Dyna fel y gwneir yn y broffeswriaeth feddygol yn awr, a byddai yn gynllnn eithaf da i gymhwyso yr un peth at y duwinyddion. Rhyfedd na fuasai gan y "difeinwyr" uwch syniad am dignity eu galwedigaeth. Ni zzl 17, oddefa cyfreithwyr, athrawon na meddygon y fath gwacyddiaeth yn yr eiddo hwy, a phaha/t) y rliaid i'r doetliwyr duwinyddol fod vn amgen. Y mae llawer o wyr nad yw eu huuan-barch yn ddarostyngedig i'w blys am arddangosiacl yn gwneyd yr un peth a'r urdd Americanaidd ag a wna y golygydd ag ysgrif annerbyniol, ei daflu i'r fasged, neu ei "anfon yn ol wedi ysgrifenu declined with thanks" arno. Gwrtliodai Beecher a Spur. geon wisgo y cyfryw deitlau, a dywedai y diweddar Thomas Binney ei fod yn gorfod cario gwlawlen gydag ef i'w amddiffyn rhag y teitlau Trawsweryddol. Er gwaethaf rhagfynegiadau y gau-bro- phwydi ydynt yn wastad yn darogan drvgan" y illae y brenin bellach wedi ei goroni yn ol urdd braint a defawd brenhin- oedd Ynys Prydain. Daeth drwy yr oruch- wyliaeth lawn cystal ag y gellid disgwyl, ac yn awr diamheu ei fod yn dioleh i'w ser am fod y cwbl drosodd. Ni i'u y wlad yn ol o ddangos ei theyrngarwch os ydyw baneri ao arwyddeiriau dirif, a goleuadau a thanau oedd yn troi hanner nos yn banner dydd, i'w cymeryd yn fynegiad ailanol o frwd- frvdedd mewiiol. Yr oedd tref Aberdar wedi ei haddurno yn brydfertli neillduol. Yr oedd y ddraig goch yn lied amlwg mewn ami i ffenestr. Yr oedd teimladau gwlad- garol gwvr Aberdar wedi cael eu hysgrifenu a phin o liaiarn mewii Uythyrenau o dan. Diameu fod y teyrngarwch a arddangosid y tro hwn yn fwy gwirioneddol nag y mae yn gyffredin, gan ei fod wedi ei ddwyseiddio a cliydyn-ideimlad--yr eiien brydferth hono sydd yn gwneyd pawb yn gydradd cyd- vmdeimlad deiliaid a'a brenin yn eiaiieehyd.

Cwmbach Co-operative Society. The quarterly meeting of the above society was held at ihe Sa?o»B Hall, Aber- aman, on Wednesday evOTing", Auga^t 6tli. The President (Mr. George W illiams) a: his opening remarks stated that lie was very pleased to report that the society was more prosperous and in a better fcjiancial position than it had ever been beloi'g. In addition to the -f- 200 slienvii in the state- ment as reserve fund there was standing to the credit of the society, buildings, &c., to the value of over £ 1.300 not accounted for, and which should be added to the reserve fund. Further he made reference to the new slaughter-hollwhicl was one of the finest premises of its dimensions in South Wales. The committee hoped to have everything in working order in about a fortnight's time. The report was adopted which shewed that the sales amounted to £ 55,434 5s. 8d. being a weekly turnover of £4;264 3s. 6d. After meeting all claims inclusive of t798 8s. 7d, interest on share capital, Xb33 towards depreciation of buildings, £5 donation towards assisting the employees at their annual outing, ten guineas to the late chairman for special services rendered, &,e., there was a surplus of £ 9,715 lis. 3d. available for disposal at 3s. 6d. in the £ to members and at Is. 9d. in the £ to non-members. The members share capital including interest now stands at £ 74,378 19s. 3d. Messrs. Metliusalem Davies, Henry Bosher, William Thomas, Alfred Davey, John Williams and John Isaac were elected to serve on the Committee of Management. The usual vote of thanks closed a very successful meeting.

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Sports and Pastimes. The Aberaman Association Football Club met at the Plough Inn on Tuesday evening, when there was a good muster of members. In the absence of Mr. W. D. Daniel, tllr. T. Finn occupied the chair. Mr. W. H. P. Rees was chosen president of the club for the forthcoming season, while efforts are being made to secure Mr. D. A. Thomas, M.P. and Mr. George Newnes, M.P. as patrons. TUere will be 30 members on the new committee, about 18 new men having been added on this night. The greatest interest is being felt in the team. Mr. W. D. Daniel will be chairman of committee Mr. Tom Rees, Plough Inn, re-appointed treasurer, and Mr. E. H. Rees re-appointed secretary. Phil Britton, the centre-half, was chosen captain of the team with power to choose his own vice-captain. The record of the Aberaman soccer team is an enviable one. Their record for last season is as follows:-won 15 matches, drew eight and lost six; one lost on their own ground. They were the only team in South Wales to get in the fourth round of the Welsh Cup last season and it is needless to add that they intend making a bold bid for it this coming winter. Their financial position, too, reflects the greatest credit upon their energetic secretary and his fellow- officers. The expenses of the club last season amounted to .£399, and they finished up with a very small deficiency. Few clubs in South Wales can rival them in this respect. The prospects of the team for the coming winter are exceedingly bright, chiefly on account of the players residing in the district. Britton will be goalkeeper, and the team will be reinforced by such athletic stalwarts as W. S. Bolton, Bristol Rovers George Perry, Captain Paulton, Grinnell Barry, and Fred Stone, tlieTast named from Porth. There is also every probability of Hugh Jones, the international, returning to the team next season. It should also be stated that the team intend competing for the English and Welsh Cups, while they intend entering for the South Wales Cup and League. They are the first and only team in the South that have entered for the English Cup. The Cynon Stars Rugby Football Club held their annual meeting on Friday even- ing at the King's Head, Aberaman. Mr. Dan Jones was chairman. Alderman J. W. Evans was chosen president for next season, and the Rev. M. Powell (vicar), Councillors John Howell and John Buck. nell, Messrs. W. Thomas, solicitor, and John Pike were appointed vice-presidents. Mr. A. Strong and Mr. Dan Jones were re- appointed secretary and treasurer respec- tively. The following were appointed new members of the committee.— Jack Bowen, Gwilym Jonathan, Arthur Poar, Sammy Miles, Gwilym Owen, David James. Tom Hicks and George Eynon- Tommy Davies was elected chairman of the committee, and Arthur Poar vice-chairman. On the motion of Mr. Morgan Thomas, David Rees was unanimously chosen captain of the team. It was decided to go in for the same colours as last season with a four inch stripe and no collar to the jersey. Those interested in the Cynon Stars foot- ball team will be gratified to. know that Mr. A. Strong has consented to act as secretary for the coming season. He is without doubt a strong secretary. Fixtures have already been arranged with Canton, Caerphilly, Neath Excelsiors, Cilfynydd, Pontypridd, Romilly (Cardiff), Briton Ferry, Mackintosh (Cardiff) and Penygraig. Mountain Ash and Treherbert Cricket Clubs played their league match at Tre- herbert on Saturday, the homesters batting first. The scores were as follows:— TREHERBERT, D. Richards b Del bridge 1 D. M. Rees b Morgan 1 Dr. Hind b Delbridge 1 H. G. Hill b Delbridge 3 A. Jones b Morgan 3 W. Jones b Delbridge 0 W. Jeffreys c Morgan b Delbridge.. 0 H. Jonesst Campbell b Delbridge. 10 T. Walters b Delbridge 4 A. Coke c Walters b Morgan 0 S. Pickings not out 0 Extras. 6 Total 29 MOUNTAIN ASH. W. Campbell b Richards 2 R. Morgan c and b Richards 1 A. Shipton b Richards 0 S. Delbridge b H. Jones 6 C Holley b Richards 0 P. King b H. Jones 6 B. Price b H. Jones. 0 A. Davies b Richards 0 M. A. Walters b H.Jones. 0 B. Duncan not out 0 A.'Francis b Richards 0 Extras 1 Total J6 -Iloiil- match took place at the Castle Hotel, Cwmdare, on Tuesday, between the two champion mowers, Win. Powell and I. Emanuel. The game was a friendly one. In the absence of Dd. Hopkins, Phillip Green was appointed marker. The time for playing was an hour. At half time the scores were very even, and it was doubt- ful as to who would prove victorious. When nearing the end, Emanuel got rather nervous, with the result that Powell won by 16 scores. The full scores were, Powell 67 > Emanuel, ol. The ,i Sporting Life" says that Jimmy Michael will shortly meet Jacquelin in a series of paced matches. Many people, says that Journal, wonder whether, the little Welshman will be able to keep up his old traditions, and repeat the successes of last Autumn, when lie defeated Robl, Bonhours, and other champions so easily. However, if the arrangements referred to above will be carried out, the public will be able to ascertain wliethpr the Aberamanite still retains his remarkable pace-following abilities. Another event on which the atten- tion of the cycling world is concentrated is ijlip three;days contest which will take place soon at the Pare des Princes track, Paris. Some very interesting racing is anticipated, inasmuch as there will be a meeting of the champions, such record-holders as Tom Linton, Thaddens, Robl, Emile Bonhours and others going to enter the world-famed arena. The Aberaman Ping-Pong club intend doing great things this season. They have already played Hopkinstown, home and away, and are busily arranging fixtures. They intepd holding an outing shortly. A prosperous season is expected. Anyone wishing- to join the above club should apply at once at the Lamb and Flag Hotel for particulars.

Births, Marriages & Deaths Notices of Births and Deaths are charged 0 at the rate of 6d. each per iusertiou, pre. paid; Marriages, Is.

Merthyr Board of Guardians The-above was held on Friday. There were present: Mr. Rogers (chairman), Revs. J. HathrenDavies and Father O'Reilly (vice- chairmen), Mrs. D. M. Richards, Mrs. J. B. Evans, Messrs. D. Hopkins, 1. Edwards, T. Weale, D. Evans (Merthyr), D. Hughes, J. Caughlin, R. Rees, G. Uzzell, N. F. Hankey, W. Davies, J. Edwards, H. W. Martin, S. Hawkins, Rev. W. S. Davies, and Mr. E. J. Hughes (assistant clerk). SMALL-POX. The Medical Officer for Merthyr reported that the patients whose cases were mentioned last week ware pro- gresing favourably. The total number of vaccinations were 32.—The Medical Officer for Aberdare stated that there were no fresh cases of small-pox from that district. The total number of vaccinations were 24. BUILDING COMMITTEE.—On the motion of j. Mr. D. Hughes, seconded by the Chairman, it was decided to defer the report of the Building Committee until the following meeting. PAUPER AND SOLICITOR.—Another letter was read from Mr. Edmunds, solicitor, with regard to his client, Mrs. Evans, who had been refused relief towards her child, be- cause the child was not in her custody. This letter requested that the Guardians should reconsider the matter and grant re- lief to the mother, inasmuch as she was the genuine custodian of the child.— Mr. D. Davies, relieving officer, said that he would adhere to his former statement that the child was not living with his mother, but with his grand parents. He had made fur- ther enquiries and had the grand parent's own testimony to verify the truth of his statement.—It was resolved that the pre- vious decision of the Guardians be adhered to. INFECTIOUS DISEASE IN THE HOUSE. VISITING STOPPED. The Medical Officer reported that a woman had been admitted into the House on the 6th inst., who showed symptoms of a serious infectious disease, and was removed to the infectious hospital. The Master recommended that all visiting be discontinued for the present. Mr. Hankey asked how would they man- age with regard to ministers of religion who were in the habit of visiting. The Master explained that that custom would not be interfered with. Mr. D. Evans (Merthyr) wished to know what they intended doing in the cases of inmates leaving the House. Mr. Caughlin remarked that they could not legally detain inmates who wished to discharge themselves. Mr. H. W. Martin recommended that all messages so far as practicable should be telephoned so as to exclude messengers from the premises. 11 After some further discussion it was re- solved that all visiting be stopped until fur- ther notice. 0 APPLICATIONS. The Assistant Clerk said that five appli- cations with testimonials had been received for the post of probationary nurse. It was decided that the following four be vsked to appear personally before the Board:.—Miss E. A. Woosley, Merthyr; MissF. G. Howard, Pontypridd; Miss Mary A. Davies, Rhym- ney; and Miss F. A. Pimm, Dowlais. It was stated that an application for the situation of a servant at the Matron's house had been received—accompanied with testi- iiienials- from Miss Rebecca Griffriths, Hafod. It transpired that the Matron had personally received another application. On the motion of Mr. Martin, seconded by Rev. J. Hathren Davies, it was decided to leave the matter in the Matron's hands. The Assistant Clerk informed tha Board that no application had been received in response to the advertisement for a trained nurse. TRAINING SCHOOL COMMITTER. The re- port of this Committee was read, in which it was stated that some complaints had been received regarding the conduct of the children of the Industrial School. The Committee upon investigation were satisfied that there were no grounds for those com, plaints. — On the motion of Rev. W, S. Davies, seconded by Mrs. Richards, the j" report was adopted. CHEQUES. — The Assistant Clerk stated the total amount of the out-relief with sup- (plemontary items was £ 300, and it was re- solved that a cheque for that amount be drawn.—It was decided also that a cheque for £100 be drawn for the payment of Messrs, J, Morgan and Son's bill.

Aberdare School Board, A special meeting of the above was held on Friday. There were present Messrs. W. J. Heppell (chairman), J. Watkins, Revs. W. James, M.A. (vice-chairman), C. A. H. Green, M.A., D. M. Davies, J. Griffiths, M. Powell, B.A. and Mr. Tom D. Jones, deputy clerk. AMAN SCHOOLS. Four tenders for the erection of the erec- tion of the new schools at Godreaman had been received. That of Mr. John Jones for X2,555 15s. Od. was unanimously accepted. PLANS. The plans of Robertstown Schools were discussed by the Board and it was ulti. mately resolved that they be referred back to the Architect in order to make certain alterations for the purpose of securing more accommodation at the schools. The plans of Ynyslwyd Schools were then under consideration, and it was de- cided to send them up to the Board of Edu- cation for approval, the Chairman express- ing his opinion that in all probability they would be returned unapproved. The plans of Park Schools were next under discussion. It was resolved that these also should be returned to the Arclii- tect for certain alterations. APPLICATION. Mr. J. Watkins made an application on behalf of Mr, Bowen Jones, manager, Aber- aman, for the use of the schools for musical practices. The Chairman: I take it for granted that lie is prepared to pay the usual fee. Mr. Watkins: I presume so. The Chairman then moved that the appli- cation be granted. The Rev. J. Griffiths seconded, and the motion carried. "M_> Printed by W. R. HAYLINGS, at his Print- ing Works, 14, Canon Street, Aberdare, for the Publishers and Proprietors, W. Pugh and J. L. Rowlands, 33, Dean Street, Aber- dare in the County of Glamorgan, <

HIGH-CLASS GOODS AT POPULAR PRICES. Smart Styles make Smart Men and Boys. All the Newest Styles & Shapes of the Season. W. H. FLOOKS, Outfitter, 13a and 13b, CANON STREET, ABERDARE. GENUINE CLEARANCE SALE. -f USEFUL AND FANCY ARTICLES ■ UjUUU CONSISTING OF Leather Bags, Dressing Cases, Purses, Ornaments, &c., Greatly Reduced. WORK, HANDKERCHIEF, AND GLOVE BOXES IN PLUSH, WITH VIEWS OF ABERDARE, AT HALF PRICE. PICTURES, FRAMED AND UNFRAMED, AT HALF PRICE. JEWELLERY, PEARLS, BEADS, AT RIDICULOUS PRICES. FIRE SCREENS, LAMP AND CANDLE SHADES, FLY RESTS, &c., AT HALF PRICE. ORNAMENTS IN CHINA AND GLASS, AT HALF PRICE. TOYS AND DOLLS FOR CHILDREN AT LESS THAN HALF PRICE. GRASSES & FLOWERS FOR HOUSE DECORATION, GREATLY REDUCED. Must be cleared. PHOTO FRAMES IN BRASS, METAL, AND PLUSH, IN ENDLESS PROFUSION, ALL GREATLY REDUCED. WRITING DESKS, WORK BASKETS, LADIES' COMPANIONS, MUCH REDUCED. A 6d. Packet Stationery for 4d. TEXT CARDS, FOR THE HOME AND SUNDAY SCHOOL, AT HALF PRICE. A QUANTITY OF BOOKS IN WELSH AND ENGLISH BY THE BEST AUTHORS AT HALF PRICE. ACCOUNT BOOKS, SLIGHTLY SOILED, AT LESS THAN COST. NOTE THE ADDRESS:- THE GWLADGARWR PRINTING WORKS, 14, Canon Street, Aberdare. ABERDARE FLOWER SHOW Aberdare Public Park, August 28th, 1902, To be followed by ILLUMINATIONS AND FIREWORKS IN THE EVENING By Messrs. WELLS AND CO., LONDON. Entry Forms and Schedules may be obtained from MR. D. TUDOR WILLIAMS, Medical Hall, Aberdare, Or from the Secretary, MR. W. T. MORGAN, Auctioneer, Aberdare. G. W. DAVIES & Co., Harriet Street, Trecynon, Is the place for CYCLES. CYCLES tilted with BEST TYRES, FREE WHEEL) iancl TWO BRAKES from iC4 17s. ad. upwards. Written guarantee for 12 months. Price Lists free on receipt of Post Card or personal application. Terms—Cash. Carriage paid. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Don't forget the Address. SALE OF SUMMER GOODS. 400 Straw Hats to clear at Is. each; usual prices, 2/6 to 4/6. Special Lines of Print Shirts (fast colors), reduced to 2/6; usual prices, 4/11, 5/6. 75 dozen pairs of Cashmere, Worsted and Merino Socks, clearing at 6-1d., per pair worth Is. Cashmere and Merino Vests and Pants, from 1/11. All Flannel Suits and Alpacca Jackets at Half Prices. Note my only address- EMLYN F. MORRIS, HATTER AND HOSIER, 20, Commercial St., Aberdare. MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS ON SALE. Banjos, Phonographs, Graphophones, &c. Lessons given on Banjo. Two Ping-Pong Tables open to the Public. Confectionery and Temperance Drinks. Note the Address:— C. GOODWYN, 27a, High Street, Aberdare. A GRAND SECOND-HAND PIANO FOR SALE. About igIS wanted, original price 425. Apply- "Musical," Aberdare Leader Aberdare. PRIVATE ADVANCES MADE FROM 95 to £ 500, on approved note of liand, without delay, and at the lowest possible rate of interest. Call or write. Particulars free. The Swansea Finance Co., Ltd., 9. Dean Street, Aberdare. D. DAVIES, Manager. McEwen & Sons, Aberdare Mineral Water Works FOR DRINKS AND REFRESHING BEVERAGES of all kinds made from BEST AND FINEST SELECTED FRUITS, and all kinds of MINERAL WATERS, TONIC HOP BITTERS, and STONE GINGER,