The Aberdare Leader

Too Late for Classification. FOR Sale—An iron frame Pianoforte (English make) with all the latest improvements. Slightly used. Cash < £ 15. Also a second-hand Pianoforte in good condition; Walnut case, good tone. Cash < £ 8. A good tone Organ in Walnut case, mirror top. Cash < £ 4.—Apply Jones, 58, Monk-street, Aberdare, or 53, Commer- cial-street, Mountain Ash. Sarvic-.es for Sunday Next. ^TBEEN^CLE Cong. Church Aberdare. Services at 11 and 6, Sunday School at 230. Sunday next. Rev. J. M. Jones, M.A., (pastor). HIGHLAND Piaco Unitarian Church Aberdare. Services at 11 and 6. Sunday Scuuo 30.— Preacher, Rev. M. Evans (pastor). .1'lif"w..n'1I>!I.r.1IIJ'F.I'¡M;,

St. Pagan's, Trecynon. RE-OPENING SERVICES. On Wednesday the above church, after having undergone a complete renovation, was re-opened. At 7 a.m. a e1Ja of the Holy Communion was held, the celebrant being the Vicar, Rev. Ri <• Jones. The service throughout was con- ducted in Welsh. Following this came a celebration in English, the Rev, 1. W. Long, B.A., officiating. At 11.30 a well-attended service was held. The in- troductory part was taken by the ilev. Richard Jones, Vicar. The lessons were read by the Revs. O. A. H. Green, M-A-, Rural Dean, and J. Sinnett Jones, M.A Vicar of Mountain Ash. The dedication praters were offered by the Bishop oi Landaff, and hymns for the festival of dedication were sung. A sermon was preached by the Bishop, who took for his text Joshua i., 2. „ .r. n. Appended are particulars ot the alter- ations: The West wall has been rebuilt. A now belfry has been erected capable of holding two bells. The whole of tne building externally has been pointed and renovated. Also the windows have been replaced by new ones. New gas fittings have been put in, and a, new heating apparatus has been installed. 1 ne Church has also been painted and coloured throughout. The Churchyard wall has been rebuilt, and new gates at the entrance have been put in. IJie architect is Mr. G. E. Halliday, Cardiff, and the contractor Mr. D. Rees, Tre- cvnon. The work has been carried out at a cost of 21,200. The sum of = £ 800 has teen already collected, and with the ex- ception of a few from. outside the pariiitu this money has been contributed by the members of St. Fagan's and St. Wine- f redls. The following were the candidates con- firmed: -Ali,-e Walsh, Lucy Berry, Elsie May Marshall, Catherine Jones, S. Charles, Beatrice Sathrope, Jenny Harnp- son, Lucy Maud Price, Olive Fleming, Thomas Ward, George Jeffries, William Harvey, Albert Nash, Ernest Lace, Thos. Rill, Fred Denman, Willie C. Griffiths, W. F. Winston Harry, E. Emlyn Jones, Edgar Thomas, W. E. Tarrant, John Jcnes, D. Williams, Edward Edwards, T. Charles Gwilym, Evan Hughes, Caro- line M. Evans, Maggie Phillips, Gwen Johnson, Margaret Thomas, David Jones, D T. Jones, Thomas Lewis, Lewis Price, Ernest Southey, Florence Hughes, Eunice Jones, Florence Jones, Esther Whiting, Daisy Abbot, Lizzie Prosser, Agnes Evans, Hannah Evans, Eleanor Jones, Frances Walters, E. May John, and Emily A. Williams. At the evening service the pulpit was occupied by Rev. T. C. Phillips, Vicar of Skewen. Mr. Gwilym Protheroe presided at the organ. The following were the Clergy present during the day:—The Lord Bishop of Llandaff, Rev. Richard Jones, Vicar; Rev. T. W. Long. B.A., assistant curate- C. A. H. Green, B.D., R.D., Rev. J. Sinnett Jones, M.A., Rev. Joseph Mor- gan, B.A., Rev. Morgan Powell, B.A., ?ev- D. E. Roberts, M.A., Rev. D. N. Davies, Pontypridd; Rev. R- Dewi Wil- liams, B.A., Rev. W. H. Jones, B.A., Rev. D. J. Arthur, B.A., Rev. R. T. Hughes, B.A., and Rev. Mr. Rimes1.

The Aberaman Suicide. An inquest was held at Aberaman Police Station on Thursday morning touching the death of John Batten. Thomas Batten, 46, Brook street Aberaman, said the deceased was his son, and was 37 years of age. On Wednesday morning he came downstairs and found deceased in the act of cutting his throat. Witness rushed at him, put him to sit on a chair, and sent for assist- ance.—Samuel Miles, a neighbour, said he found the throat cut from ear to ear.-The jury returned a verdict of Suicide whilst temporarily insane."

--=-2 Death of Gwerfyl. The funeral of the Rev. H. Gwerfyl James, of Swansea, the remains being laid to rest at Danygraig Cemetery. The chief mourners were the deceased gentleman's two sons, and Dr. J. Spinther James, M.A., Llandudno (brother). The Rev. Dr. Gomer Lewis conducted the service, and was assisted by Revs. Dr. W. Prichard; Wil- liams, Landore; D. B. Richards, Brynhy- fryd, and S. F. Roberts, Swansea. The late Rev Gwerfyl James hailed from Aberdare, was ordained at Mold, and had held pastor- ates at Morriston, in the United States of America, at Trealaw, at Poni.ypridd, and New Tredegar. His last years were spent at Swansea without a pastorate. He leaves a widow and four children. Recently he had been employed as an agent to an oil firm.

Obituary. MR. R. BICKEL, CARDIFF. Mr. Richard Bickel, who for the past 36 years has carried on business as a, fish- monger and poultry dealer in Car din, died on Sunday, after a long illness, at the residence of his eldest daughter at Abercwmboi. The deceased was a Devon- ian, having been born at Torquay iii. 1852. He learned his business in Tor- quay as a young man, and came to Car- diff in 1873. The deceased leaves two sons and three daughters.

._< Glamorgan Assizes. DOMESTIC DISCHARGED. Hannah Prosser (17), domestic, was charged with breaking and entering a dwelling-house of Gomer Davies, at Aber- dare, on February 9th, and, on the sug- gestion of the judge, who said that cer- tain communications had been made to tim regarding the girl's state of mind, Mr. T. Walter Williams, who prosecuted, did not offer any evidence, and the girl was discharged.

Where the sermon is only a work of art the saints are usually artificial.

Hivwaln. CORRECTION.—Miss Mary Lizzie Wil- liams, Brecon-road, was the accompanist at the sacred cantata at Ramoth, and not as stated in our last issue. OBITUARY.—Mr. Thos. Rosser, Wind- street, died on Monday at the age of 59 years. Mr. Rosser was much respected throughout the district. He was a faith- ful attendant at Bethel Chapel (C.M.). Much sympathy is felt with the sorrowful widow. MEMORIAL SERVICE. On Sunday evening an impressive memorial service was held at Nebo Cong. Church in re- spect of the late Mr. Henry John, Old -Tramway, one of the chief pillars of the above church. The pastor (Rev. E. Wern Williams) in the course of an eloquent sermon, referred to the excellent quali- ties of the deceased, and the sterling ser- vices which he had rendered to the church and the general community. Messrs. Win. T. Lewis, David Jones, and A. Q. Perkins, deacons, also, spoke, deploring the departure of such a worthy character. Special hymns were sung, Miss Mary Davies, A.L.C.M., presiding at the organ.

AbeVy non. TEMPERANCE MEETING. The Abercynon United Temperance Associ- ation held a public meeting at the Eng- lish Wesleyan Chapel on Saturday even- ing, when an address upon Temperance was delivered by the Rev. J. T. Rhys, Aberaman. The address was much ap- preciated. PRESENTATIONS—A special meet- ing was held on Saturday last at the Gwalia Lodge of the 20th Century Equit- able Society, when Mr. C. Maddox, the hen. secretary, was presented with a beautiful emblem for his services as secretary of the Gwalia Lodge. Dr. Ll. Morris, C.C., presented Mr. Maddox. Mr T. Howe was also presented with a re- galia by Councillor T. W. Jones, who spoke upon the ability of the secretary and upon the progress of the Gwalia Lodge. Messrs. W. Davies, E. Stone, Frank Griffiths, and T. Howe also spoke. FOOTBALL. The Cynon Old Boys journeyed to Llwynypia on Saturday last and defeated the Llwynypia Old Boys by thE narrow margin of one point. T. Griffiths dropped a fine goal for the Cynonites, while Jones scored for the homesters. The Cynonites secured the two League points. On Saturday next Abercynon play Rhydfelen at Pontypridd in a cup tie. The Cynonites are deter- mined to make an effort to get into the final, and a great game is anticipated. "Tosh" Phillips will be able to assist his side. DANCE.—A grand ball was held at the Workmen"s Hall on Monday evening. Dancing commenced at 8 p.m., and con- tinued until 5 a.m. Messrs. D'red Kathrens, Emlyn Powell, and David Harris were the M.C.'s. Mr. George Whitcombe, Mountain Ash, presided at the piano, and played charming dance music. Songs were rendered by Miss Blackmore, Cardiff; Miss Lloyd, Aber- cynon; Messrs. Davies (Mountain Ash), Dan Powell, and E. Powell, and were much appreciated. The catering was ex- cellently carried out by Mrs. Avery, Aberdare-road, assisted by Mrs. Davies (Duffryn), Miss Eva Davies (Merthyr), and Miss Davies. INTERMENT.—On Monday afternoon the funeral of the late Mr. William Matthews, Glancynon-terrace, took place at the Abercynon Cemetery. The de- ceased had been ill for about twelve months. He was well known in the dis- trict, having carried on business as a saddler. The deceased was a member of the R.A.O.B., and the Brethren of the Cynon Lodge were present in large nam- bers. The Buffs were marshalled by Bro. J. J. Griffiths, K.O.M., and Bro. David Thomas. Bro. T. W. Jones, K.O.M., per- formed the Buffs ceremony. The Rev. T. W. Jones officiated. Mr. Matthews leaves a widow and four children. Much sympathy is felt for the family in their bereavement. CHILDREN'S ANNIVERSARY.-Last Sunday the English Cong. Sunday School held its quarterly meetings, which were well attended. The programme for the morning was as follows, and the president was Mr. George Jones --Charles Hyde re- cited Proverbs 22. Recitation, Good advice," Arthur Bowden. My Father," Doris Hyde; "Putting it off," Arthur Jones; "Try," Ethel Berryman; "A Wish," Cyril Bowen. A dialogue, "Dare to do the right," by 13 little ones. Reci- tation, "My little sister," Jack Blake; Our Duty," Hilda Davies; Do your best," Celia Stone; The Snowflakes," Idris Jenkins. Recitations, "Write them a letter," Mabel Slade; "A Quarrel," Elsie Cummings; "How kindness lives," Beatrice Morgan; "If, if," Harriet Hughes; "The old times and the new," Lena Simpson. Dialogue, "Which is the way?" Lena Simpson and Wilfred Bow- den. Recitations, Little Sunbeams," Gwennie Jones;, "Nelly's request," Nelly Harris. The afternoon service was under the presidency of Mr. T. W. Jones. The 23rd Psalm was recited by Ella Morgan, and the 24th Psalm by Austin Jenkins. Recitations, Build- ing," Olwen Jones; "Wanted a strong boy," Vivian Coles of A little girl's ad- vice," Nelly Jones; Casabianca," Stanley Rosser; A girl wanted," Gwladys Matthews "Don't worry," Lily Lewis. Solo by Blodwen Herbert. Only a word," Albert Brown; Real Hero," Miriam Beynon, Emily Jones, Leonard Stone, Beatrice Wiltshire. The Little Steps" by Maria Richards, Ceinwen Jones, Austin Philpin, Lena Simpson. Presentation of Missionary Book by Mrs. Hiscock. — Mr. George Stone presided over the evening service, Recitation, Charles Hyde. Recitation, wime Jones. me kjnvcls jrrayer, Edith Lewis; "The Open Door," G. E. Jones; "Discontent," Maggie Morgan; "The kind wanted," Wilfred Bowden; "Snowflakes," Idris Jenkins; "The child and the star," May Jones. Recita- tion, Maria Richards. Somebody's mother," Arthur Hyde. "Thy daughter is dead," E. A. Matthews. "My Little Sister," Jack Blake. "The traveller's welcome," Albert Bowen. "The Dean's Brother," Bertha Bowden. Solo, Blod- wen Herbert. "Perfect Peace," Moses Jones. Good advice," Arthur Bowden. The choir gave several renderings. Praise is due to Miss Bowden, Miss Cheen, Miss Sarah Edwards, and Mr. F. Gibbon for training the children. Mr. Harold H. Battram attended to the sing- ing, while Miss Blomley presided at the organ.

Yrsysfooeiin. YOU CAN'T GET THEM EVERY- WHERE, that is a classy suit and well fitting. T. J. Clancy's military cut is all the go now. Give a call at Pretoria House.

Fenrfciwoeiber. ILLNESS.—We regret to learn of the continued illness of Mrs. Bryer, wife of P.S. Bryer. She has been ailing for a considerable time. The family are the objects of universal sympathy in the neighbourhood. EVERY TIME YOU ARE TOLD ABOUT THIS make a note of it. It will pay you to have a good cut in breeches, and T. J. Clancy is the man. Pretoria House is the noted house.

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I STILL FITTING GASFITTINGS in the houses of the inhabitants of the dis- trict. R. H. Taylor will call in response to a postcard. Tin, brass, and iron blowers. 71, Penrhiwceiber-road. TEMPERANCE MEETING. A tem- perance meeting was held at Carmel Chapel, Penrhiwceiber, on Wednesday evening. Mr. Griffith Morgan presided, and amongst the speakers were Mrs. Shaw, Swansea; Mr. Parry, Rev. S. Wil- liams, and the Rev. E. T. Williams. Em- phasis was laid on the Children's Char- ter, which comes into force to-day (Thursday). LOCAL WILL.—Mr. William Rees, of Caron House, Railway-terrace, who died on the 17th February last, left estate of the gross value of In,188 8s. 2d., with net personalty < £ 776 16s. 5d., and probate of his will, "dated 6th July, 1905, has been granted to Mr. E. T. Williams, of St. Winifred's Villas. The testator left < £ 350 to his wife, and he left to her the, income of his residuary estate during her life- time, and subject to her interest he left the ultimate residue of his estate to Thomas Rees, John Rees, Morgan Jones, Margaret Jane Jones, and Margaret Thomas. COLLIERY GRIEVANCES. Matters do not seem to improve at Penrikyber Colliery, and the workmen are still m a very dissatisfied state of mind. The "Abnormal Places" grievance is in the hands of Messrs. Watts Morgan and Tom Evans, miners' 'agents, to deal with There are other grievances which the wcrkmen intend discussing next Monday evening. The meeting will be an open- air one at the bottom of Rheola-street. The questions to be dealt with are sub- contracting, and the demand of the man- agement for workers in headings, levels, and deeps, to lay big rails without extra remuneration. DEPARTURE.—There are two impend- ing departures at Penrhiwceiber at pres- ent, and both gentlemen are well known and highly esteemed in the locality. They are Mr. Griffith Morgan, clerk at Penrikyber Colliery, son of Mr. Eben Morgan, who was at one time manager of this colliery; and Rev. Daniel Morgan, curate at Penrhiwceiber. Mr. Griffith Morgan has always taken a deep interest in all public matters. His new sphere will be Bedwas, where he has been ap- pointed consulting clerk at some collier- ies. The Rev. Daniel Morgan, who has been among us for three years, has ac- cepted a curacy at Penmaen, Monmouth- shire. A movement to present him with a testimonial is already on foot. He will be succeeded by a curate from Cwmavon. BRIGADE CONCERT.—A concert, the proceeds of which are to, be utilised to- wards obtaining Alarm Bells for the Penrhiwceiber Fire Brigade, was held at the Public Institute on Monday evening, and was attended by a large crowd. Dr. Ben Phillips Jones, the advertised chair- man, was unable to attend, and his place was taken by Councillor E. Morris, who dealt with the splendid work performed by the Brigade. The programme con- sisted of humorous items which the aud- ience heartily relished. The artistes were Messrs. D. McNeil, Cardiff; Jen- kins, Treforest; W. Davies and Rowland James, Perth The Cynon Welsh Glee Singers, conducted by Mr. T. Joshua Davies, Penrhiwceiber, gave several selec- tions during the evening. A. good sum has been realised. At the close, the ar- tistes, some of whom gave their services gratis, were cordially thanked. A vote of thanks was also accorded to the chair- man.

Mfskin, BANKRUPTCY.—A receiving order is announced in the case of W. F. Taylor, 3a, Bailey-street, cycle dealer. LADIES SHOULD REMEMBER that a good fitting costume adds considerably to the appearance. T. J. Clancy has a special department for this class of 'work at Pretoria House, Penrhiwceiber. CALL AND SEE WHAT YOU GET in value and workmanship. Practical tailoring is the art pursued by Tom Davies, The Tailories, Commercial-street.

Mountain Ash. The best is the cheapest in "the end. Buy a Singer Sewing Machine and save money.—F. W. Lane, Singer's Depot, High-street, Mountain Ash( THE FEELING IS ALWAYS THE SAME, and you can bear inspection when well dressed. Tom Davies has his new spring patterns in now. Up-the-Steps, Commercial Street. WHEN YOU HAVE THE LARGEST stock in the district to select from you can't very well make a mistake M. Freedman's phonographs are the latest; bis four minutes records cannot be beaten. Watch and Clock Hospital, Pen- rhiwceiber. WINDING ACCIDENT.—Great alarm was felt in Mountain Ash on Monday evening when it became known that an accident had occurred at the Navigation Pit. Wild and greatly exaggerated rumours were flying about, but fortun- ately nothing very serious had happened. It appears a full cage of nightmen was being lowered when by some means the speed was greatly accelerated, with the result that it struck the fangs at the bottom with, tremendous force. The whole of the men were badly shaken owing to the rebound, and four of them rather badly bruised. The injured men were taken home and medically attend- ed, and are progressing favourably.

God ream an. INTERMENT.—The funeral of the lato Miss Jemima Thomas, Forge View, took place on Monday last at the Aber- dare Public Cemetery. A large number attended, and the burial obsequies at the house and graveside were conducted by the Rev. H. P. Jenkins, of Saron.

Gwmaman, I Woods' Great Peppermint Cure • for Coughs and Cold never fails. Is. ltd., 2s. 9d. MORI AH AMAN (Cong.).-On Sunday last the pulpit of Moriah Aman was occu- pied by the ex-pastor, the Rev. H. A. Davies. Mr. Davies is still a favourite with his old congregation.

Abapaman. 'LINSEED COMPOUND' for Coughs and Colds. Of proven efficacy. 9!d. and Is lid. Ox Chemist only. NOTICE.—Aberaman Colliery Friendly Society. A special general meeting will be held on Saturday, April 3rd, at 5.30 p.m., at the Griffin Inn.—Edward Pugh, Chairman. FOOTBALL.—Arrangements have been made to play the match for medals be- tween the Windsors and the Church Lads Brigade at Michael's Field on Saturday next. ACCIDENT.—On Tuesday evening, at BwIlfa No. 3 Pit, a serious accident befel George Howard, of Cynon-streetJ Howard was on the new screens, when his foot got under the tippler, with the result that several of his toes were completely severed. YNYSLWYD I.C. SOCIETY. — On Monday evening Mr. David Davies (Eur- fab) read a paper, entitled, a Un o En- wogion Aberdar." The subject of his sketch was Mr. Richard Williams (Gwilym Dda o Lan Cynon), and he gave a brief account of his doings in literary circles, and quoted some of his poetry. The following commented upon the ad- dress Messrs. David Johnson, Tom Mor- gan, William Roach, and the Rev. R. E. Williams (Twrfab), who presided. DR. BALLARD'S VISIT. The ar- rangements for the forthcoming visit of the Rev. Frank Ballard to the Public Hall are fast being completed. A sing- ing rehearsal was held on Sunday evening last, and also on Tuesday night, under the conductorship of Mr. J. Thorns- There will be a united choir, comprising

Cwmbach. BRYN SEION (Cong.). This pulpit was occupied on Sunday last by lr. Morgan, a student at Brecon College. YOUNG PEOPLE'S SOCIETY. On Tuesday nighty Mr. Daniel Owen, Vic- toria-street, presided. An excellent paper dealing with the life of "General Gor- don" was read by Mr. Willie Lewis, Pant Farm. He dealt principally -with the General's Christian career. Com- ments. were delivered upon the paper by the following: Messrs. Edward Thomas, David Thomas, Dan Owen, Rose Row; John Jones, Daniel Llewelyn David, Geo. Lewis, Rev. Joseph James (pastor), and the chairman. REHEARSAL.—On Sunday afternoon last a children's rehearsal was held at Bethania in connection with the forth- coming Cymanfa. The churches repre- sented were: •— Bethania, Cwmbach; Bethel, Abernant; Ynyslwyd, Aberaman, and Calfaria, Aberdare. The conductor was Mr. Gwilym Richards, Ynyslwyd, and there was a large number of choris- ters present. The singing was excellent. The Rev. Joseph James, who presided, noted with satisfastion the stress which was laid by our rising conductors upon the importance of correct pronunciation of the words

Aberdare. 'LINSEED COMPOUND' with warm water is an excellent gargle for sore throat, i ELECTION.—Mr. J. H. James will address a meeting of the Gadlys Electors at the Long Room, New Theatre, on Friday evening, April 2nd, at 8 o'clock. LANTERN ADDRESS. On Sunday evening Miss Wills addressed the chil- dren at the lantern service held at Car- mel Hall. The subject was "Seeking," and the address was intently listened to. BETHANIA M.I.S.-O-n Tuesday night the members of the above society spent Ten minutes under the olive tree and Ten minutes with Welsh place-names," under the direction of Mr. J. Mills (Tar- ianydd). Ogwen and Mr. Joseph Evans also spoke briefly. Mr. D. Griffiths pre- sided. CARMEL M.I.S.Method in Sunday School Teaching" was the subject of an instructive address given at a meeting of this society on Monday night by Rev. A. B. Kinsey, B.A., B.D. Mr. Kinsey en- joined all teachers to be careful to suit questions according to the capacity of the scholar, and not to discourage failures, but encourage the pupil by asking other questions. There should be a careful preparation of the lesson. He advised study of the R.V. 20th Century Bible and Crudence's Concordance. Illustra- tions must be appropriate, for a bad il- lustration was worse than no illustration at all. The meeting was further ad- dressed by Mrs. Kinsey, Messrs. W. Eynon, James Davies, and J. Couldrey. Mr. J. Rees, Penrhiwceiber, presided. WAIFS AND STRAYS. —On Monday, at the Memorial Hall, the Rey. W. H. Jones, B.A., delivered a lantern lecture in connection with the Church of Eng- land Waifs and Strays Society. Mr Jones spoke well on the claims of the society. The lantern was operated by Mr. F. Pardoe. We understand that a big effort is to be made locally on behalf of the society. In Whit-week a number of children from the Society's Homes will give an entertainment at Aberdare. TRINITY BAND OF HOPE.—On Mon- day evening the usual Band of Hope meeting was held at Trinity Lecture Hall. There was a good attendance. In the unavoidable absence of Mrs. Walter Lloyd, Mrs. Geo. G. Jones acted as pre- sident, assisted by Mr. Jones, of Eliza- beth-street; Mr. si. Phillips, and Mr. Lewis Evans. Mr. Evan Roderick ably presided as organist. The children very ably took their various parts in the fol- lowing order:—Merlin Jones, solo,' "I'll ba a sunbeam for Jesus Trevor Jones lead the 1st Psalm; Eric Rung, a young child, devoutly lead the children in prayer; Arwyn Jones, Mr. Daniel Jones' little cripple boy, very nicely read a shore story from his carriage. This was much appreciated by the children. Glyn Nicholas gave an appreciative recitation. Pianoforte solo by little 6 year old Leslie Jones, of Elizabeth-street—his first at- tempt in public. Daisy Williams, a little visitor from the Rhondda Valley, and grand-daughter of Mr David James, very ably rendered in song the story of Grace Darling. Miss Shayle sang "The Vacant Chair," which was much appreciated. Annie Beatrice Evans very sweetly sang "The Evening Hymn." A short and earnest address on The Evil of Drink was given by Mr. Jack Phillips. Parents was given by Mr. Jack Phillips. Parents who do not send their children to any Band of Hope are earnestly invited to send them here, also to the Sunday Even- ing Service.

Trecynon. SUCCESS.—Mr. W. Thomas, Eben- ezer-stret, has obtained his A.C. certifi- cate, Tonic Solfa College, London. He is one of the instrumentalists in the Eben- ezer Orchestral Band, and also plays the viola in Prof. Howells' Orchestral Socie- ty. Mr. Thomas is employed at the Bwllfa Colliery (surface), and is not vet 21 years of age, which makes his success all the more remarkable. Mr. David Evans, Robertstown, is his teacher. OBITUARY.—Mrs. Ann Evans, of 7, Llewelyn-street, passed away on Thurs- day at the advanced age of 76. Deceased who was an old resident of Trecynon was the wife of the late Mr. Davfd Evans, deacon at Carmel C.M. Chapel. The fun- eral took place on Monday at the Public Cemetery. The officiating ministers were the Revs. H. T. Stephens, Carmel, and John Morgan, Bryn Seion. The princi- pal mourners were: Mrs. Thomas, Porth, Mrs. Erasmus, Penrhiwceiber; Councillor and Mrs. T. George; Messrs David Pugh. Onllwyn; Thos. Pugh, Aberdare, and John George, Llwydcoed. OBITUARY.—On Tuesday, March 23rd, Mrs. Phoebe Thomas, who was staying at her daughter's at 14, Ebenezer-street, quietly passed away at the age of 69. She. was a native of Llanfyrnach, Pem., but for many years had lived at Aberdare. She was greatly respected by all who knew her. She was a devoted member of Ebenezer Cong. Church, Trecynon. There was a good attendance at the funeral on Saturday last, at which the Rev. J. Grawys Jones officiated. The Rev. J. Nicholas, of Tonypandy, was also present. The mourners were:—Mr. T. Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Griffith Thomas, Tony- pandy; Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Thomas, Tre- cynon; Mr and Mrs. W. J. Thomas, Dow- lais; Mrs. Ellen Thomas, Trecynon; Mr. and Mrs. J. Thomas, Merthyr; Mr. and Mrs. D. Walters, Newbridge; Mr. and Mrs. B. Jones, Trecynon; Messrs. W. J. and J. Thomas, Trecynon; Mr. W. Thomas, Tonypandy; Messrs. W. and D. Thomas, Tonypandy; Mrs. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Haycock, Mrs. Davies, Tony- pandy; Miss M. E. Thomas, Trecynon; Miss Gwladys Thomas, Dowlais; Miss R. A. Thomas, Llanfyrnach; Mr. James Thomas, Neylands; Mr. and Mrs. Josh Thomas, Swansea: Mrs. Davies, Port Tal- bot; Mrs. L. Griffiths; Mr. W. Griffiths, Pontypridd; Mr. and Mrs. John, Aber- aman; Messrs. W. and G. J. Davies, Aberaman. Two beautiful wreaths were received, one from a friend, and one from the children of deceased. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr. D. Tyssul Davies.

Cwmdare. M.I.S.—The fortnightly meeting of the Cwmdare United Mutual Improvement Society was held on Friday evening at Gobaith Vestry, the Rev. T. Powell pre- siding. A very interesting paper on "Ann Griffiths" was read by Miss Davies, Bwllfa-road. A discussion fol- lowed, when the following took part: Messrs. Wm. Rees, David Morgans, Dan- iel James, W. Rees (Holford-terrace). John Davies, David Edwards (grocer), Mrs. Jones, and Miss Rees. Mr. Dillwyn Morgans contributed an englyn on the subject of the lecture. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Miss Davies, on the motion of Rev. James Jones.

Mountain Ash. EISTEDDFOD. An Eisteddfod was held at Soar Hall by the Soar Mutual Improvement Society on Monday. The chairman was Mr. Emrys Evans, B.Sc., and the adjudicators were: Music. Mr. P. Rees, A.C.; literature, Rev. B. W. Davies, B.A. The accompanist was Mr. W. R Thomas. The competitions were as follows:—Solo for girls 1, Miss Blodwen E. Williams; 2, Miss Maggie Evans; re- citation, William H. Atkins; solo for boys, "Only an Armour Bearer," 1. Master T. Jenkins, Miskin; 2, divided between Masters Jestyn Evans and Rich- ard Lloyd; questions on general know- ledge, 1, Master J. Davies (Police Station). Bass solo, prize divided be- tween Messrs. Benj. Davies and J. B. Williams. Impromptu debate, prize di- vided between Messrs. J. P. Jones, D. J. Evans, J. Davies, and Davies. Essay, James Daves. Duet (tenor ond bass), Messrs. D. J. Evans and Benj. Davies. Open recitation, divided between Miss Amy Davies and M. Griffiths. Party of 16, under 15 years of age, Llwynon: school Girls, conducted by Miss E. J. Adams. Open solo for female voices. Miss Blodwen E. Williams, aged 13 years. The secretary was Miss E. J. Adams.

Mountain Ash Free Church Council, A meeting of the Mountain Ash Free Church Council was held at Bethlehem Vestry on Monday evening, under the presidency of the Rev. J. O. Jenkins. Noddfa. There was a good attendance of delegates, among them being the Rev T. Anthony, Rev. D. Jeremy Jones, R«.v. B. Beckerlegge, and Messrs. D. Harris, D. Thomas (Primrose Hill), D. R. Smith, D. H. Davies (under-manager), Philip Isaac, James Davies, and a number of others.—The balance sheet and auditor^ leport were submitted, and accepted as satisfactory. The accounts showed that the Council had about .£4 in hand. THE ELECTION. The Chairman said that he was glad to see one of the candidates for the Darren- las YVaTd present, and he was present to state his position with regard to the Free Church policy.—Mr. Joseph Jones asked if Mr. W. Davies, the other candidate, had been asked to be present.—The Rev. D. Jeremy Jones replied that he had in- vited Mr. Gwilym A. Evans, Mr. David 1.'X71< It./r- "'1"1'" rtuxuuiis, -vi.r. vvm. uavies, and Mr Gwilym J ones to send letters stating their views to the Council, but he had not interviewed the candidates. At this point one of the delegates withdrew from the meeting.—Mr. Gwilym Jones aid that he had no intention to make a speech, but as he had been asked to state his views he thought it would be better iî he attended their meeting and replied to any questions put to him. He was a Free Churchman, and believed that all public schools should be under public control. He also believed in the abolition of all tests for teachers, but was in favour of ^aiaing the Bible in the Schools. He should like to see some common arrange- ment made between all parties to retan the Bible in the Schools. On the Educa- J. n_ J' LIVU question ne <iiti not think there was any difference between himself and Mr Wm. Davies, and so he hoped the Coun- en wouid remain neutral. — Mr. Joseph Jones proposed that the Council remain neutral in the Darrenlas Ward. This was seconded and carried unanimously.— No communication was received from Mr Wm. Davies.-The secretary of the Coun- cil (Mr. Wm. Davies) then read the fol- lowing letter from Mr. David Williams, one of the candidates for the Duffryn Ward:—"Dear Sir,—As a Nonconform- ist and one who strongly supports the Temperance movement, I ask your sup- port and interest in my candidature for the District Council. I may state that on the question of Welsh Disestablish- ment I have always felt and spoken strongiy m its favour. To Nonconform.- ists this question and the Education Question are of primary and fundamental importance. On the Education Question I should advocate rather secular educa- tion than the admission of the priest and parson into our schools, although I have no objection to unsectarian Bible teach- ing. However, I consider that the teach- ers work is to equip the child for the struggle for life. and that religious bodies should see to it that the right moral and spiritual outlook is given. On the Tem- perance question I can also promise to meet all your requirements, as I regard it as a duty of every Christian to resist in every way the spread of the drinking habit/and would oppose all measures that would lead to such an end. I may inform you that I have heard that the Catholic vote is going to be solidly against me. You may draw your own conclusion. I hope I may rely upon your interest and assistance, and beg leave to remain, etc." —Mr. D. R. Smith asked to what de- nomination Mr. Williams belonged, and another delegate said he was a member of the Brotherhood Church. ;— Mr. Joseph Jones moved that the Council support Mr David Williams in the Duffryn Ward, as it was commonly reported that Mr. Gwilym Evans had voted for the opening of the Osborne Hotel, Penrhiwceiber, and was a High Churchman. — A delegate present asked how Mr. Jones knew that Mr. Evans had voted in favour of grant- ing a licence to the Osborne Hotel.—Mr Evan Phillips seconded the motion.—Mr James Davies moved an amendment that the Council remain neutral.—Mr. Philip Isaac seconded.—The Rev. T. Anthony supported the amendment. He thought the position in the Duffryn Ward was much the same as in Darrenlas, and he believed in encouraging Churchmen who were in agreement with them on all great National questions.—On the vote being taken the whole Council, with two excep- tions, voted for being neutral.—The Rev. D. Jeremy Jones explained that Mr. Gwilym A. Evans had declined to send a letter to the Council, and had stated that he would leave himself in the hands of the electors, who all knew his views.

Abercynon Police Court. THURSDAY, April I-,t.-Before Sir T Marchant Williams (Stipendiary) and Ald. D. Prosser. DRUNKS.—John Williams, Mountain, Ash, in Park-street. Abercynon, 10s. and costs; Wm. Thomas Davies, in Ynys- meurig-road, 10s. and costs. Mr. R. Ed- wards James defended. Fanny Patch, Thos. Evans, and Richard Harvey, Ynys- vbwl, 10s. and ceists UNLICENSED DOGS. Edward Cun- ner, Abercynon, 7s. 6d.; Benjamin Llew- elyn, Ynysybwl; Wm. George, Ynysy- bwl, 7s. 6d.; Will. Powell, Ynysybwl, 10s. and costs; Frank Norman, Ynvsboech, 7s. 6d. TRANSFER REFUSED. Mr. R. T. Ltjshon, Neath, applied for the transfer of the licence of the Butchers' Arms, Mountain Ash, to Gomer Jones. Mr. Leyshon said that Mr. Jones was well known in the neighbourhood, having held several licences, including the Aber- dare Hotel, Mountain Ash, and others in various parts of South Wales. There had been no complaint against him so far as his conduct as a licensee was con- cerned. Why he was desirous of going to the Butchers' Arms was that the house was owned by Jones' mother. There was one thing against Jones. He had been a defendant in a case of assault. The storv of the assault was as follows: A customer in defendant's hotel in this valley was caught kissing one of the girls in the hotel. The defendant became indignant and told the girl that she must ieave the following morning. Another girl said that s would go also. Next morning the girls refused to leave their bedrooms, and it was here that the defendant com- mitted the assault complained of. The Stipendiary said he remembered the case. The defendant, though he was defended by Mr. Leyshon, was fined Jco and 40s He wished to say that a full Bench of Magistrates had discussed such a ques- tion as this. It was asked whether a. person who had been charged and con- victed for assault was a proper person to hold a licence. The Magistrates were unanimous in the opinion that such an offence should disqualify him from being a licensee. He agreed with that view, and therefore he would not grant the transfer. • \m-i.K. -Air. T. J. Edmunds. Mountain Ash, applied for the transfer of the licence of the Colliers' Arms, Mountain Ash, from Eleanor Price to Joseph Coslett.—Granted. DISORDERLY BEHAVIOUR. John Thomas and Thos. Cunningham were charged with behaving in a disorderly mariner on the premises of the T.V.R. at Abc,rcyuozi.N,li-. Ingledew prosecuted for the T.V.R.—Thomas was fined 40s. and costs, and Cunningham. 20s. and costs. A PROFESSOR'S LANGUAGE.—Prof. J. Bonnas was brought up for travelling in a first-class compartment holding a 3rd class ticket, and with using bad language towards a T.V.R. official.-The collector deposed that when he spoke to defendant about travelling in a first- class compartment, defendant used very bad language.—Defendant: cross-examin- ed witness, and tried to show that the collector had a grudge against bi-The Stipendiary cliaracterised the case as a bad one, and fined defendant 40s. and on^ each of' the two charges. STIPENDIARY & GOD.—Mrs. Kiln, xnysyhwl. for whom Mr. James Phillips, Pontypridd, appeared, summoned Mrs. Burge, of the same place, for bad lan- guage.—Mr. Phillips asked if the Bench were in the habit of hearing bad language in open court.—Stipendiary: Yes, yes. Mr. Phillips: They write it on paper at the Pontypridd Court—Stipendiary We are not so particular here. (Lau'ghter.)— Complainant having told her story, de- fendant said: All I told her was that she could drink beer better than sing. That is true, God is my judge.—Stipendiarv; No, no. I am your judge. (Laughter.)— Mrs. Burge was fined 20s. and costs, PATERNITY.—Richard Henry Rich- ards, Abercynon, was summoned by I Eliz. M. Forbes, to show cause, etc. The child was born on April 3rd last year. Defendant did not appear and an order of 3s. 6d. a week was made. ASSAULT.—Thos. Rossiter, Ynysboeth was charged with assaulting Thomas Chivers. These parties were interested in the grievous bodily harm" case tried in Abercynon some time ago. Fined 40s. aud costs.

of choristers from Hirwain, Trecynon, Aberdara, Aberaman, and Mountain Ash. and the singing will undoubtedly reach a high standard. It is a pleasure to witness the manner in which other churches are co-operating with the English Wesleyans, and this is bound to result favourably to the movement, and to the future bond of union between the churches. It is to be hoped that crowds will attend the lec- tures. All desirous of procuring tickets should apply to either of the hon. sees. • Mr. W. Collier, Brook-street, or Mr. W. A. Beynon, James-street. OBITUARY.—Mrs. Sarah Jane Mar- tin, widow of the late Mr. Joseph Martin, 163. Cardiff-road, passed away on Tues- day, March 23rd, and was interred at the Aberdare Public Cemetery on Friday. She leaves a son and daughter, namely, Miss Beatrice Mary Martin, Aberaman, and Mr. James Thomas Martin, of Neath. A short burial service was con- ducted at the house by the Rev. Watkm Powell, and at the graveside by the Rev. Morgan Powell, B.A., Vicar of Aber- aman. The bearers were the following: Messrs. Robert Vater, T. O'Shea, G. Jones, and F. James. The mourners were: Miss Beatrice M. Martin, daugh- ter Miss Laura Rees, adopted daughter; Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Martin, Neath, son and daughter-in-law; Mr. and Mrs. Win. Martin, brother-in-law, of Newport; Mr. Fred Martin, Newport, Nephew. Wreaths were received from the following: — Beatrice and Laura; Mr. and Mrs. Mar- tin, Neath; Annie and Regina, of Brad- worthy, Devon, sisters; Mr. and Mrs. W. Martin, Newport. Also flowers from Miss E-. Francis, of Newport. We ex- tend our sympathy to the children in their great loss. GRAND THEATRE. Rowe's electric bioscope and the Star Variety Company are giving turns at the above theatre this week. Excellent pictures of a comic and descriptive nature are shown, that of the Modern Grace Darling" being particularly fine. Professor Charles N. Steen, and Mahatma, the queen of second sight, give wonderful exhibitions of tele- pathy, and their performances are loud- ly applauded. Bandoni, the one man band, shows a clever mastery of the con- certina and kindred instruments. The Sisters Beatrice have a couple of good songs, and their dancing is extremely graceful. The "Six Fortissimos," three of whom have local connections, display splendid vocal ability in a musical sketch, and are encored each night. The* Great Vincent's acrobatic feats as an Arab tumbler are amazing, and compels admir- ation from all. Lauri Howard, swell comedian and dancer, acquits himself creditably. We have heard better Welsh comedians than Sidney Bach, althougn his introduction of trick pianism and vocalism are extremely good. The over- ture, "William Tell," is given by the orchestra in fine style, and other selec- tions include "The Mikado," "The Belle of Chicago," etc. REV. GENTLEMAN HONOURED. — On Monday evening a happy little function took place at Saron Hall at the last meeting of the Mutual Improvement Society for this session. It had been felt by the members that the Rev. H. P. Jen- kins, their president, had served the society so well that they decided to re- cognise him at this meeting. The rev. gentleman, in opening the meeting, re- ferred to the various questions that had been considered by them as a society. Social and economic problems had been discussed, and he believed these dis- cussions would bear good fruit. Mr. James Davies then gave a solo, entitled, Cartref," and Mr. Wm. John Phillips recited "The true man" (Sir Lewis Morris). The Rev. Mr. Jenkins there- upon vacated the chair, and Mr. Oakeley Rees occupied it in his stead. Mrs. xom Evans, Commerce-place, formally handed over to Mr. Jenkins a handsome ebony walking-stick, mounted with silver, and I bearing the following inscription. Rhodd gan Gymdeithas Ddiwyiliadol Saron, Mawrth 29ain, 1909." Mr. Jen- kins then responded briefly. This present came as a total surprise to him, and therefore he would appreciate it all the more. He hoped that if spared another winter they would make the society a still greater success. Speeches of con- winter they would make the society a still greater success. Speeches of con- gratulation were afterwards delivered by the following: Messrs. David E. Davies, David John Phillips, Thomas Maddy, Daniel. Evans, and Miss Cranogwen Davies. Verses were also read by Mr. Daniel Thomas, Cardiff-road (who had in- cluded all the subjects treated upon dur- ing the season), and Messrs. Oakley Rees, Ty'r Heol; W. J. Phillips, Pleasant View, and James Davies. Hill-street. The name of Mrs. Jenkins was coupled with Mr. Jenkins in the laudatory contribu- tions.—An impromptu speech competi- tion then took place, and Mr. Daniel Thomas was adjudged the best. a Hell wlad fy nhadau" was sung, the solo being taken by Mr. James Davies,