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Football. ABERDARE. SCHOOLBOYS' LEAGUE. Matches for Saturday, Dec. 11th. 10 a.m.—Cwmbach Nl. v. Aman. 11 a.m.-Blaengwawr v. Capcoch. An Inter-town Match with Cardiff will also be played at Cardiff. BY U SPECTATOR." Aberdare & District League. At Aber- dare on Thursday last, Mid Rhondda paid their first visit to the Athletic Grounds. The visitors are making great efforts to capture the League Tro- phy, and up to the present are keen favourites. The Darians, however, will have a voice in that matter, before the ?? ™ April arrives. Unfortunately for the Darians their versatile captain was an absentee. Referee Mr. Jarman, Cwmbach. Gardener opened the scoring within a few minutes of the start, and Cliff Brain should have put in another, but the ball was in a terribly greasy con- dition. Referee Jarman at this stage stopped the game.

Watching a Stomach Oigesfc Food, WAS THE MEANS WHEREBY SCIENCE MADE POSSIBLE THE CURE OF INDIGESTION. t The Abbe Spallanzani was the first scientist to study systematically the chemical powers of the gastric juice, but it was by the careful and convincing experiments of Beaumont that the the foundation of our exact knowledge of its composition and action was laid. Beaumont was an army surgeon locat- ed at an obscure military post in Michigan while it was yet a territory, and was called upon to treat a gun-chot wound of the stomach in a Canadian voyageur-Alexis St. Martin. When the wound was healed a permanent opening was left by means of which food could be placed in the stomach. and gastric juice taken from it. Beaumont made scientific experiments with his crude means and wrote a book, which to-day is recognised among the classics of physiology. Beaumont showed the way for other scientists, so that to-day medicine knows what the stomach does with food and what food does to the stomach. Science also knows what the gastric juices are and how to make them best for the system. oiuart s Dyspepsia Tablets, thanks to the poor army surgeon and Alexis St. Martin, give man a means of digesting food, replenishing the exhausted juices, soothing the nerves and correcting dyspeptic conditions of the stomach. Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets are natural fruit and vegetable essences reduced in concentrated form, and by tremendous power compressed into a tablet. These wonderful little digesters are known all over the world. Full meals have been digested by them in glass tubes, and uney are sold by every chemist. Physicians to the1 number of 40,000 use them. They are meritorious and powerful. Go to your chemist and buy a package to-day, price 1/1$, 2/9 and 4/6 or send us your name and address and we will send you a trial package by post. free. Address F. A. Stuart Co 86 Clerkeowell Road, London, E.G. j

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Trecynon. "LINSEED COMPOUND" (Aniseed. I Senega, Squill, Tolu, &c), voids Influenza. HEOLYFELIN.—At the above chapel on Tuesday evening, Mr. G. H. Bibbings, B.A., delivered a stirring lecture on The Victories of the Cross of Christo" The pastor, Rev. W. Cynog Williams, presided. The Male Voice Party of the Chapel, under the conductorship of Mr. T. Stephens, rendered glees, which were much appreciated. HEOLYFELIN Y.P.S.—Last Tuesday evening an excellent lantern lecture was given by Mr. Tyssul Davies, D.C., on the service rendered by members of Heolfelin Church-pa,st and present—foi •Jesus' sake. Scores of photos of minis- ters, deacons, and members of the church were thrown on the screen. Most inter- esting comments were made by the lec- turer upon them. The feeling references to the past deacons and members brought many a tear to many eyes, while his witty and smart remarks about the living and especially those present at the lecture, were greatly enjoyed. The lecture was a great success, and Tyssul proved himself a splendid speaker, full of wit and wis- dom. The Rev. Grawys Jones was the lanternist, and did well with his valuable lantern. The chair was taken by Mr. Dd. Evans, the vice-president. A hearty yote of thanks was given by Rev. Cynog Williams to Mr. Grawys Jones and the lecturer.

Gadlys. NOTE.—The Annual Chair Eisteddfod will positively be held at Soar Chapel on Christmas Day. Good competition expected.—James Hughes, Secretary. OBITUARY.—We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Ann Thomas, confec- tioner, 62, Gadlys-road, which took place I_- .1.1- CU"1"1 .y on tIle zurn nay or inovember, at the age of 87. The interment took place' on Thursday last at the Aberdare Cemetery. The Rev. J. Sulgwyn Davies officiated. Chief mourners: Miss Elizabeth Thomas (sister), Mr. and Mrs. Michael Thomas (brother and sister-in-law), Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Pontypridd; Mr. and Mrs. Al- cwyn Evans, Blaenclydach; Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Pant Cottages, Dowlais; P. S. Morgans, Ammanford; Miss M. Thomas, Llandilo; Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Abbot, Ferndale; Mr. Edward Richards, Mr. Ivor Richards, Mr. Morgan Rich- arus, mr. vjwiiym uavies. Wreaths were sent by Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Pontypridd, and Mr. Edward Richards and family.

Aberdare. "LINSEED COMPOUND" for Coughs, Colds, and Bronchial troubles. 9 £ 1/1^. APPOINTMENT.—Mr. W. Winstone Rees, accountant and autioneer, Cardiff- street, has been appointed superintend- ent of the County Live Stock and Farm- ers' Fire Assurance Co. for the whole of Glamorgan and half of Brecknockshire. HIGHLAND PLACE. On Sunday morning, at this church, the pastor, Rev. i! Jiivans, gave a very interesting ser- monette to the children, based on the words, "Ye are the light af the world" The text of his sermon to adults wab Romans v., 5, "And hope maketh not ashamed," etc. In the evening he took as his subject, "Revelation and Morals." In the Sunday School in the afternoon the monthly meeting was held, when Miss Gwladys Evans5 class gave a capital pr gramme of solos, readings, and recita- tions. Miss Gwladys Evans presided. CHURCH MISSION LEAGUE. On Tuesday evening, at the Green Street Mission Room, a tea was given to the females of the vicinity, and a smoker to the males. A large number of both sexes attended, and heartily enjoyed the feast and the subsequent entertainment, over which Mr. A. E. Kimpton, the energetic missioner, presided. Trays were held by Mrs. Green, The Vicarage; the Misses Thomas, Oakhill; Mrs. Kimpton, and Miss Yeomans. The cutters were Mrs. Llewelyn Jones, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Ames- bury, Mrs. Buckingham, Mrs. Henry Jones, and Mrs. Cook. The function had been got up through the subscriptions of friends of the mission, collected by Miss Thomas, Oakhill, and Mr. Kimpton. Songs and recitations were given by Mr. Kimpton, Mr. J. R. Thomas, Mr. S. C. Rees. Violin solo by Mr. Henry Jones. Also songs and selections by the follow- ing guests: Messrs. Jones, Potter, Hayes, Jenkins, and Dix. Mouth organ solo by Mr. R. Whitbread. The Rev. W. H. Jones, B.A., congratulated Mr. Kimpton on the success of -his new move. Mr. David Tasker gave general assistance. Mr. G. H. Templeman presided at the piano, which is now in the possession of the Mission. Phonograph selections were given by Mr. Forey. Mr. Kimpton gave an address, in the course of which he stated that it was his ambition to form a men's club at the Mission. The idea was very favourably taken up.

Cwmbach. Hundreds testify to the efficacy of Emrys'' Cough-Ease for coughs, colds, asthma, bronchitis, etc. One dose re- lieves. It is Wonderful. OBITUARY.—On Monday last, after a long illness, Mr. John Rees, Pit Place, passed away. He was formerly employed as a Jampmaa at the Lletty Shcnkin Colliery. He was a member of Bryn Scion Cong. Church. He leaves a widow and two children. WEDDING.-On the 6th of December, at Ebenezer Chapel, Cwmbach. by the Rev. Richard Roberts, in the presence of Mr. Geo. G. Jones, Registrar, Mr Gwilym James Morris Davies, son of Mr Gwilym Davies, No. 5, Stable Houses, was wedded to Miss Sarah Lewis, 5, Philip-row, daughter of Mr. Benjamin Lewis. JjjJ^.KrNEZ-rjR C.M. The half-yearly preaching services were held on Sunday and Monday last. The preachers were the Rev. D. Jones, Mardy; Rev. R. Roberts, pastor, and Rev. T. Lloyd, Ys- trad. There were excellent congregations at each service, and good collections. Mr Alfred S. James was precentor, and Mr. Gomer James presided at the organ. The Rev. R. Roberts (pastor) conducted the meetings. BETHANIA Y.P.S.-On Tuesday even- ing last Mr. Warriette Owen occupied the chair. An elaborate and very prac- tical address was given by Mr. Daniel Llewelyn David on "Total Abstinence as an aid towards living the 'Higher Life. The introductory portion of the meeting was conducted by Mr. Daniel Owen, and the following members commented upon the address: Messrs. John Jones Peter Maddocks, and Wm. James. Mr. Johnny Jones closed in prayer.

Cwmaman. NOTE.—The Annual Chair Eisteddfod will positively be held at Soar Chapel on Christmas Day. Good competition expected.—James Hughes, Secretary. CINDERELLA DA NnR-OTi Saturday evening a cinclerella dance was held at the Lesser Hall under the auspices of the Cwmaman Silver Band. Tiie devotees oi the terpsiehorean art attended in large numbers, and a substantial sum will be realised towards the funds of the Cwm- aman Ambulance' Brigade.

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■ Mountain Ash Education H Committee. TUESDAY.—Rev. E. V. 'Tidman in the chair. The other members present were-. Mrs. W. G. "Williams, Dr. R. D. Morgan, Capt. G. A. Evans, Messrs. Thos. Jones, Bruce Jones, D. Rogers, W. Millar, J.P., Griffith Evans, John Charles, T. W. Jones, Wm. Evans, Evan Morris, Silas Williams, G. H. Hall, W. Lamburn, J. Powell, and W., Davies. with Mr. Alfred Morgan (director), Mr. W. H. Williams (archi- tect), and Dr. Llewelyn Williams (medical officer). H REQUISITIONS. Mr. W. Millar raised a point from the minutes of the Requisition Committee. He pointed out that there were only 10 ordinary items dealt with, whereas there were 190 urgent items ordered. This appeared to him very extraordinary. One committee had been accused of taji- ing too much upon themselves. Such a' H charge could not be made against this committee, for they took too little upon H themselves. They required watching. (Laughter.) ■ Mr. S. Williams pointed out that the ■ 190 items included the usual articles— H coal, brushes, black-lead, etc. ■ The Chairman suggested that Mr. ■ Millar be appointed perpetual watch-dog of this committee. (Laughter.) Mr. Bruce Jones' proposed that Mr. Millar be made a member of the com- mittee, and this was carried. ■ APPROVED. M The Board of Education approved of the plans of the proposed Clarence Street ■ School. I WELSH HISTORY NEGLECT. H The Inspector reported that he had H visited Pengeulan Moriah Council ■ School. He had been favourably im- H pressed with the work of the school, and H suggested that Welsh history be given a H more important place in the curriculum. M APPLICATION. ■ Mr. W. H. Williams, the architect, ■ applied for an increase of salary. ■ Referred to Finance Committee. M IMPROVEMENT. M Mr. T. Jones proposed that a new rail- ■ ings be erected outside the coal-house in ■ Ynysboeth School. I Mr. E. Morris seconded.—Carried. I FRICTION. The County Education Committee de- clined to entertain the claim of Moun- tain Ash Committee for payment for use of schoolrooms for a few nights where classes had been discontinued after 2 or 3 sittings. Mr. D. Rogers: Put them in Court. Director; I don't see why they should not pay for three nights just as they do for 23, pro rata. Mr. T. Jones said that this committee were always at cross-purposes with the County. Mountain Ash ought to take action and make a test case. Director: They will threaten to close Evening Schools altogether. Mr. B. Jones: Where else can they go to? Director: We abandoned our claim on a previous occasion rather than that the community should suffer. Mr. W. Davies suggested that enquir ies be made in the Rhondda as to what that Education Committee were doing Regarding the claim of Mountain Ash, Mr. J. Powell moved that Mr. Linton be asked to report. ) This was carried. ALLEGED THEFT. J. L. Mather, headmaster, Ynys- boeth School, said that a constable had found, in the course of a search for other articles, four school readers in a certain house in Ynysboeth. It was proposed to take proceedings against the boy living at that house, but ultimately the Director was instructed to make enquiries whether they had been stolen from the school. LOAN OF SCHOOLS. W. G. Kingdom, of the Primitive Methodist Church, Newtown, wrote complaining that the rate—10s.—charged for the use of two schoolrooms was ex- cessive. He had not done any "lobby- ing, but he hoped the committee would consider the metter favourably. Dr. Morgan: The members of the ch urch must increase their collections. Mr. Bruce Jones: Ten shillings is not much in connection with a bazaar. Powell said that the committee had faxed certain rates for loan of schools. They could not interfere with their regulations. Capt. Evans: It is a pity we cannot take each case on its merits. I still hold we are over-charging. •4-Mr' *mres: & very easy way out of it would be for Capt. Evans, as a public bazaar Sive a donation towards the Capt. Evans: For all Mr. Jones knows I may have done something. Mr. E. Morris: Send the hat round. It was understood that the Director I statin- ttat they could not alter the charges. HEATING. The question of heating Duffrvn Schools was referred to Mr. W. Lam, burn (manager of the school) and the architect. TENDERS. Mr. John H. Evans, Darren-road, Mountain .Ash, wrote withdrawing his tender for carrying out alterations to JVuskm Schools. The next tender, that °rL>- Isaac Thomas< Mountain Ash, at £ 22o 15s., was adopted. E.G. "SCHOOL. The R.C. School Committee recom- mended that Miss Surridge, Swansea, be appointed certificated teacher at the R.C. School.—Adopted. MANAGERS' DUTIES. Mr. J. Powell moved: "That we con- sider the duties of managers with a view to obtaining uniformity of admiiistra- tion in our district." Mr. Powell re- marked that he was not finding fault with anyone. He had carefully read the regulations, but he believed that they could be revised with advantage, so that every manager might have a definite idea what to do. Capt. G. A. Evans seconded, and sug- gested that the matter be referred to a committee. The motion was agreed to. CO-OPTED MEMBER. Ther9 was an item on the agenda To appoint a lady member on the Education Committee in the place of Mrs. Owen Jones." Capt. Evans proposed Mrs. T. W. Millar. Mr. Powell asked whether it was not the Council who should make> this ap- pointment. After some discussion it was decided to let the Council deal with the vacancy. INFLUENCE OF APPEARANCE. There were about 30 applications for the post of trained certificated male assistant teacher. Mr. D. Rogers suggested that the number be reduced to 3, who should ap- pear before the next Education Com- mittee meeting. They would be better able to judge by seeing the applicants. Mr. G. A. Evans agreed. Appear- ance," he said, goes a long way with the children." Chairman: Appearance is not all. Mr. Bruce Jones: Beauty is only skin deep. (Laughter.) A motion that the appointment be made at once was carried, and Mr. John Morgan Rees, Morriston, was selected. REPORTS. Rev. E. V. Tidman delivered his re- port of the annual meeting of the Workers' Educational Association. He dealt with the improved educational facilities offered, and the need of stirring tip the workmen to take a larger inter- est in educational matters. The Associ- ation desired the Education Committee to appoint a representative on the exe- cutive. Mr. W. Davies proposed that the chairman should act. The Chairman thanked Mr. Davies for his proposal, but would rather that a more direct representative of labour be appointed. He yielded to no one in the, advocacy of the interests of labour, but he felt that there were others who would have more influence than he over the workmen. Mr. Silas Williams thanked the chair- man for his expressions of sympathy, and moved that Mr. G. H. Hall be ap- pointed. Mr. W. Lamburn seconded, and also thanked Mr. Tidman for his sentiments. Mr. W. Davies further expressed his gratitude to the chairman and with- drew his motion. Dr. Morgan: After all this profusion of thanks I think we can proceed to the next business. (Laughter.) Mr. Hall was appointed. Mr. Rogers gave a report of the Feder- ation of Education Committees meeting. He said that the question of Domestic Schools had been discussed. There was 3c Domestic School at Penarth for the teaching of domestic economy. It was stated at that meeting by Mr. Berry, Director of Education, Rhondda, that the Board of Education retarded the pro- gress of domestic education. Mr. Thos. Jones remarked that the Mountain Ash Committee had already decided to consider the domestic side in the new Higher Standard School. Mr. D. Rogers was re-appointed repre- sentative on the Federation of Education Committees. CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS.—ANGRY I WORDS. A discussion took place as to when the schools should break up for the Christ- mas holidays. Mr. W. Davies said that last year they broke up in the afternoon prior to Christmas Day. Subsequently they per- mitted teachers whose homes were away, to finish two days before, Christmas to enable them to go by train. There had been a lot of useless talk on that occa- sion. He proposed that they break up on Thursday so that no partiality be shown to those whose homes were away. Mr. S. Williams said that the Educa- tion Committee did not pay teachers to go home. It was not fair to say that there had been a lot of useless talk. If the regulations stated that a fortnight's holiday was to be granted, let it be a fortnight and no more. He knew of no trade or branch of industry where such privileges were granted as were extended to the teaching profession. Mr. W. Davies said that "the useless talk n he referred to had been indulged in outside the Council. Mr. Davies was proceeding to speak when Dr. Morgan, in a fiery tone, asked what was the object of all this pandering to the teachers. They only worked 4 or 5 days a week. If the Committee were discussing holidays for miners, who were down in the bowels of the earth all day, he could understand it, but he failed to comprehend why all this fuss should be made about holidays. It was time to put a stop to it. vl Mr. Davies essayed to speak, and shouted that he was on his feet. The Chairman called Dr. Morgan to order, but the doctor still went on for some time. Mr. W. Davies: I kept silent while you were speaking. All I am advocating is that equal facilities be granted to all our teachers-those whose homes are in this district as well as those whose homes may be away from here. I dare sav that Dr. Morgan would like that facility. Dr. Morgan: A good many of us would Jike to go home Christmas time, but there is no chance. In my school days there were very few holidays. A few days at Christmas were all I could get Mr. Rogers remarked that if a teacher approached Dr. Morgan and asked for a day off at any time he would readily grant it. It was not very wise on his (Dr. Morgan s) part to oppose holidays when sitting there and grant them out- side. Mr. T. Jones suggested that the schools break up a week before Christmas (Dec. 3rd a ^ev Te-open on January -Afr. T. W..Jones seconded Mr. Davies's motion that they break up on the 23rd J• P°7we11 seconded the amend- ment that they break up on the 17th and this was carried.

Agreement at Abercynon. Mr Ben Davies, miners' agent, Ponty- pridd. attended a, mass meeting of the Abercynon workmen on Monday night, when he reported the agreement come to with the management in reference to a new clod scale. The workmen ratified the terms arrived at by the agent and their deputation.

Tent-dwellers on Aber- dare Mountain. Owen Mochan, a tinker, was charged at Merthyr on Fr day with neglecting and exposing his children in such a way as to cause them unnecessary suffering or injury to health. The prosecution was instituted by the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, for whom Mr F. P. Charles appeared. It was stated that prisoner and his three children had been living in a miserably- constructed tent on the Aberdare moun- tain, and except for a sack or two and a few rushes,they had been sitting and sleep- ing on bare ground, the place being < entirely destitute of any furniture The Bench imposed a fine of X5 and costs or a month.

Dangerous Neglect In Aberdare. There are many in Aberdare who do not realise how serious it is to neglect pains in the loins and back, urinary disorders, gravel, puffiness in the ankles and under the eyes, and rheumatic twinges. These and other unmistakable symptoms of kidney and bladder trouble are due to the kidneys failing to filter urinous poisons out of the blood. That is why kidney trouble is so serious, and why it so often ends fatally An encouraging Aberdare cure is given here. Mr David Perkins, of 10, Oxford Street, Aberdare, says :—" For a long time I used to feel sharp pains across my back, caused, I believe through my getting wet and working down the pit in all sorts of positions. When loading, and after a hard day's work, my back was very bad. I was told a lot about Doan's back- ache kidney pills, and got some. The pills relieved my back splendidly, and made me better in other ways. They have done me more good than anything else I have ever taken. and I recommend them to my workmates. Whenever I get any pain in my back, a few of Doan's pills soon put me right. (Signed) David Perkins Doan's Backache Kidney Pills are two shillings and ninepence per box (six boxes for thirteen shillings and ninepence). Of all chemists and stores, or post free, direct from Foster-McClellan Co., 8 Wells Street, Oxford Street, London, W. Be sure you get the same kind of pills as Mr. Perkins had.

Aberdare Police Court. WEDNESDAY.—Before Sir T. Marchant Williams (Stipendiary), Messrs. D. P. Davies, D. W. Jones, L. N. Williams, R. Llewelyn, and O. George. BLAMED THE HOUSE FAMINE. Philip Harford was charged at the in- stance of Warrant Officer Ll. Richards with running away and leaving his family chargeable to the Merthyr Guard- ians. Defendant held that he went away owing to the scarcity of houses in Aber- dare. Ordered to pay forthwith or go to prison. ALL ABOUT NINEPENCE. John Kempton, Cwmaman, was sum- moned for u sing indecent language in Brynhyfryd. Defendant was quarrelling with his employer over ninepence. Fined 5s. and costs. Fined 5s. and costs. A MIDNIGHT ESCAPADE. Arthur Jones, Aberaman, was sum- moned for not keeping his dog under pro- per control. The defendant's father said that the dog popped off" in the night. Fined 2s. 6d. STRAY COWS. David Evans, Hirwain, was fined 2s. and costs for allowing two cowa to stray. SCHOOL CASES. Wm. Pritchard, Cwmdare, and Charles Davies, Aberdare, order; Rees Tasker and John Davies, Aberdare, 20s. and costs each. LET OFF WITH A CAUTION. Annie Jane Jones, W. J. Nichols, and Charles Williams, were charged with stealing coal, the property of George Perry. Mr. W. T. Howell prosecuted. P.S. Robinson, Cwmaman, stated that he saw Nichols and Williams on the tip and Annie Jane Jones at the bottom. Each had a load of coal. Coal-picking was allowed during specified hours, but this took place after time. Defendants said that they paid 6d. per week for their coal. Annie Jane Jones testified that she was not aware of any restrictions regarding' the hours. G. Perry, rubbish contractor, said he had put up notices prohibiting coal pick- ing, but they had been taken down. He had not warned the particular persons charged. The Stipendiary advised Perry to build a wall around the tip. The cases were dismissed, but defend- ants were warned not to repeat the deed, or they would be punished. THE WATCH THAT NEVER RETURNED. Herbert Salvage, IS, Allen-street, Mountain Ash, was charged with bem0" underground a longer period than eight hours, and also with sleeping in the mine. Mr. W. Kenshole prosecuted, aim Mr. Kirkhouse Jenkins defended, Win. Raison, fireman at Lower Duffryn Colliery, Cwmpennar, gave evidence. Abraham Moore, manager of the col- liery, said that defendant told him that he had no watch, and that he was wait- ing for the haulier. Mr. Jenkins, for the defence, said that defendant was waiting for a haulier who never' arrived. Stipendiary: Neither did the watcll P —No. Stipendiary: He must buy another. 5s. and costi. WAS HE ASLEEP? Arthur Manley was charged with not looking after an engine in his cliargc. Mr. W. Kenshole prosecuted. P.S. Welsby said that defendant was in charge of the fan engine at the Bwllfa Colliery. Witness tried to get admission to the engine house, but failed. He peeped through the window and saw de- fendant asleep on the bench. After knocking at the window for five minutes he succeeded in waking defendant. He came. to the door in a dazed condition, and said that he always kent the door locked. Stipendiary: To keep the police out. P.S. Welsby was severely cross-ex- amined by Mr. W. Thomas, who defend- ed. In reply he denied that the din of the engine prevented defendant hearing him knocking. J. M. Davies, mechanical engineer, pro- duced a plan of the engine house, and gave evidence as to the rules. By Mr. W. Thomas: There was no previous complaint against Manley. There was a rule to the effect that the door of the engine was not to be locked. The rule was laid down by his predeces- sarin a report. The defendant said that he was in the habit of locking the door, and the con- stable had called there previously and said nothing. On this occasion the con- stable charged him with sleeping, which he denied. Jenkin Jones, who is in charge of the motor station, said that at 12.15 on the night in question defendant was awake, because witness spoke to him through the telephone. Evan Rees corroborated. The Stipendiary said that the con- stable could have no motive in bringing a fillse charge. Undoubtedly the man had had a nap, and he ought to have con- fessed it. Fined 15s. and costs. EMPLOYER v. EMPLOYE. Albert Symes charged Henry Shergold with assault. Mr. W. Kenshole prose- cuted. Complainant said that defendant was his employe, and was discharged. Ow- ing to some dispute about defendant's wages he struck complainant. Defendant, who was absent, was fined 20s. and costs. HE DID PINCH A LITTLE. Thomas Evans and John Lucas (a iatu were charged with stealing cast iron pulleys, the property of Nixon's Naviga- tion Colliery Co. Edward Howell Williams, fitter at the colliery, said that he saw defendants in the aerial rope-way placing the iron in a cart. P.C. Walsh gave evidence of arrest. Evans said, « I do pinch a little, but I did not pinch anything to-day." He de- clared that he had purchased the iron. The boy was fined 20s. or 14 days,- and Evans was sent to prison for two months. A WEEPING WILLOW." ABERCYNON PATERNITY CASE. Annie Olivet Williams, 27, Martin- terrace, Abercynon, charged John Pearce with being the father of her ille- gitimate child. Mr. F. P. Charles appeared for com- plainant, and Mr. Harold Lloyd defend- ed. Complainant said she gave birth to a female child on September 29th. She had known Pearce since 1907. She met defendant by arrangement through a postcard. The courtship lasted until June 30, 1909. He had connection with ti;t ine last act of in- timacy took place on June 30, 1909, at Abercynon. After the birth of the child her mother, her aunt, and defend- ant and his mother assembled to inter- view her in her bedroom. Defendant did nothing but cry then. Asked by de- fendant's mother if she was prepared to marry defendant, she replied "Yes." Defendant was crying all the while. (Stipendiary: A weeping willow.) De- fendant's mother offered to take the child if witness did not want it. Afterwards witness went to defendant's house, ac- companied by her aunt. Defendant did not deny the paternity, but said that others had been with her as well. By Mr. Harold Lloycl: She did not inform defendant of her condition be- cause she did not know his address. She thought he might come to see her. She fnl "w « out with anyone just be- her confinement. A certain gentle- Tnn.1.] 1- u y U(;v a watch, but he did not walk out with her. By Mr. Charles: That man was a friend of the family and gave gifts to them all. Catherine Jenkins, 27, Martin's-terrace, said complainant was her niece, and was adopted by her She and the gill inter- viewed defendant after the birth of the child. Defendant denied the paternity and cried. At the second interview, e vl which occurred in complainant's bed- room, defendant again denied and cried. Sarah Hannah Lloyd. Workmen's Hall, Abercynon, testified' that she had seen .t.1.. __1 ue parties together several times. They appeared very affectionate. Pearce, who is 20 years of age, said he eained a = £ 1. a week as a pump engine driver. He had walked out with the girl once. He had never had connection with her. Pressed by Mr. Charles, defendant swore positively that he never walked out with the girl except once. It was not true that Miss Gladys Morgan saw him misconducting himself with com- plamant. Mr. Charles: Why did you walk out v^thn6 ^rI--As «• Pastime. Defendant admitted crying. That was because his mother upbraided him. stipendiary: But your mother does not whip you now. (Laughter.) An. order of 3.i. 6d. per week was made, the Stipendiary remarking that defend- ant s conduct all along was not that of an innocent man. DRUNK. John Davies, in Gloster-street, Aber dare, 10s. and costs ?

| A feature of the prize distribution to the children of the Spanish and Portu- guesq Jews' Schools was the awarding of a gift of < £ 10 10s. to the most truthful boy and girl attending the school.

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