The Aberdare Leader

CWMDARE. SPRING CLEANING.—Finest stock of -all kinds of paints, wallpapers, and varnishes. The cheapest place.—Emrys Evans, Victoria Square. PERSONAL. At the monthly meet- ing of the Bristol and West of England Benefit Society held last week, Mr" G. Waters was appointed treasurer in place p of Mr Ben Evans, who has left the dis- trict. A movement was started to show in a tangible form some recognition of the services of Mr Evans, who has been treasurer for many years. Mr Griffitli Thomas presided. The secretary is Air Gomer Jones. LECTURE. On Thursday last a lecture was delivered at Ijlirn (Cong.) Chapel by Mr T. Glyndwr Richards, Mountain Ash, on A Sojourn through the Golden West." There was a large number present, and the lecture was greatly appreciated. Mr Harry Lewis* Nelson, who is termed the \Velsh Caruso," and Mr Ben Date, Nelson, were the vocalists. The accompanist was Miss Gwladvs Richards, Mountain Ash. At the door were Messrs J. Thomas and Thomas Roberts; collecting tickets, Messrs David Davies, David John Beynon, Robert Jones, Timothy- Jones, David Jones, Lewis Evans. John Williams, James Timothy, D. Wallis Jones, and Daniel James. A vote of t thanks to all who had taken part was proposed by the Rev. W. Aerwyn Jones, Nebo, and seconded by Mr D. Edwards. Brief speeches were given by the Revs. James Jones, Elim, and T. Powell, Gobaith. Mr Willie Llewelyn, M.E., Bwllfa, was chairman. The proceeds will form the nucleus of a fund for the recognition of the services of Mr Wil- liam Thomas, the precentor at Elim.

LLWYDCOED. EVERYBODY'S DOING IT! Why not you ? Patronise the only smart up-to- date boot shop in Aberdare. Special show this week. Gents' and Ladies' London shoes. Note address—Lewis's, the Shoe Specialist, opposite Post Office. PULPITS. On Sunday morning1 last the Rev. W. S. Davies, Horeb (Cong.), and the Rev. W. Aerwyn Jones, Nebo (B.), Cwmdare, exchanged pulpits. There were large congregations at both places.

TRECYNON. SCORES of delighted patrons are talking of the smart Spring shoes ob- tainable at Lewis's, the Shoe Specialist, 1, Canon Street, opposite Post Office. CONCERT. A concert was held at Heolyfelin (B.) Vestry on Thursday. The chairman was Mr William Evans (Co-op.). Overture, Mr Evan D. Rees; songs. Misses Maggie M. Morris, Cissie Davies, Lucy Cole; recitations, Mr Tommy Owen, Misses Ceinwen Thomas, Maggie A. Davies, Mr Richard Evans, Mr William Jenkins; mandoline solo, Mr John Evans; exhibition drill. Miss Annie M. Rees and friends; pianoforte solo, Mr J. James; skipping exhibition, Miss Beatrice Jenkins and friends; fairies lullaby. Jennet Edwards and friends; Hob-y-deri-dando," Cissie Davies and friends. A most enjoyable evening came to a close bv Mr D. M. Davies singing Hen Wlad fy Nliad- au. SILOH. The fortnightly competitive concert of the above place was held on Saturday night. The chair was taken by Mr Samuel Davies, Meirion Street. Adjudicators: Singing, Mr Samuel Barber; recitations, Mr Jenkin Wil- liams, Clive Place. Opening solo, Mr John Beynon. Awards: Solo for children under 12, divided between David John Davies, Johnny Wyatt, Johnny Llew- elyn, and Gertie Davies. Recitation for children (4), Iris Beynon. Solo for boys under 16 (4), David Noah Davies. Translating (10). Samuel Davies. Open solo (8). David Noah Davies, Johnny Wyatt, David John Davies, and Mrs Beynon, equal. Dialogue, Which is the better life, married or single?" 5 parties, best, Mrs Williams and Mrs Beynon. The secretary and treasurer were Messrs Willie Jones, Clive Place, and Lewis Jones respectively. Door- keepers, Messrs Isaac Jones, John James Williams, and Edward Rees Parry. Mr Samuel Barber sang Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." OBITUARY. A highly respected resident of Trecynon passed away on Tuesday, March 25th, at 61, Harriet Street, at the age of 38 years, in the person of Mrs Laura Edith Morris, wife of Mr William Morris. She was a native of Merthyr, but had resided 20 years in Trecynon. The interment took place on Saturday last at the Old Cemetery. There was a large concourse of friends. The chief mourners were: Messrs Wil- liam Morris, husband; Edwin Gwyn Morris, son; George Morris. Richard Gwyn Morris, D. R. Jones, brothers-in- law; William Jones, uncle, Hirwain; Haydn Howell Morris. Hirwain; Daniel Jones, Hirwain; Eddie Phillips, Robert Carter, Neath; J. Herbert, Merthyr; W. J. Powell, Trecynon, cousins; George Usher, Tom Jones, Aberaman; George Vincent Lewis, Cwmaman; J. V. Lewis, Caerphilly. Floral tributes were sent by the following:—(1) Husband and son; (2) Sister Tirzah; (3) Mother. Bess, and Katie; (4) D. R. and Mag.; (5) Richie and family. The officiating ministers were the Rev. J. Grawys Jones, Ebenezer, and Derfel Roberts, Hirwain. The family were recipients of numerous letters of condolence. The deceased was a member of Ebenezer (Cong.) Chapel.

CADLYS. NEW SEASON Wallpapers. Finest selection in Wales. No foreign paper stocked.—Emrys Evans, Victoria Square. OBITUARY. At 36, Morgan Street on Monday, March 24th, Mr Henry George Cooke passed away at the age of 54 years. The deceased was a very active member of the Memorial Hall Mission since the commencement. He was a. native of Westbury, Wiltshire, but had resided in the district for over 32 years. The interment took place at- the Old Cemetery on Saturday last. The officiating clergyman was the Rev. T. Jones, B.A., St. Mary's Church, assisted by Mr A. E. Kimpton. The mourners were: Mrs Annie Cooke, widow; Messrs Charles Cooke and Thomas Cooke, sons; Miss Nellie Cooke, Mrs Annie Howells, and Mrs Elizabeth Jones, daughters; Messrs William Howells and D. Jones, sons-in-law; Mrs Stowe and Albert Stowe, sister-in-law and nephew; Messrs Charles Coombes, W. Coombes, Cyril Coombes, and Oliver Coombes, cousins. The bearers were: Messrs John Lewis, Howell Williams, Ben Harris, John Jones, James Jenkins, 'and Drew. Wreaths were sent by the following:- (1) Widow and children; (2) Mr George, Park Hotel, Penrhiwceiber; (3) Man- ager and employees. Black Lion Brew- fry; (4) Mr and Mrs Stowe; (5) Mr and Mrs Williams, Morgan Street; (6) John Howells, grandson. Sprays, David and Catherine Jones, grandchildren; Mr Marsh, Robertstown. The undertakers were Messrs D. Condon and Son, Gadlys.

ABERNANT. BETHESDA. Special preaching ser- vices were held at Bethesda Congrega- tional Chappl.on Sunday and Monday last. The ministers who officiated were the Rev. J. Phillips, Mountain Ash, and the Rev. J. C. Jones, Tynowydd, tthou- dda. Mr John Thomas acted as pre- centor, and Miss Letty Jones was ihe organist.

ABERDARE. I NURSE BIRD wishes to inform all her friends and also the inhabitants of Aberdare that she has now removed to 64, Monk Street. UNRIVALLED.—The Smart Up-to-date ,.tiits from 19s. 6d. obtained at J. A. Evans's, the Noted Hat Shop, Top of Hanon Street, are the talk of the Aber- lare Valley. SOAR, — Mr .1. J. Davies (Myfyr Artlien), late of Abrrda-e, and now a student at Carmarthen Preparatory School, was the preacher at Scar Con- gregational Chapel on Sunday. ST. ELVAN'S. At this church on Sunday morning last (Low Sunday) the Te DeullI was sung to Helm ore's setting and the Benedictus was chanted. The Rev. W. E. Davies. B.A., officiated. In the afternoon the Rev. D. E. Roberts, M.A., vicar of Miskin, addressed the members of St. John's Biblf, Class. At the evening service the Canticles were sung to Maunder in D. The Vicar was the preacher. RECHABITES. On March 31st the Juvenile Tent, N o. 812. of the Inde- pendent Order of Rechabites held a presentation meeting. Bro. Jordan ad- dressed the meeting. Bros. G. Lovell and T. Frame also spoke, and several solos were rendered. Bro. E. Davies. Cardiff Str<*et. presented the prizes to the children, and addressed them. The ? chairman was Bro. E. Jones; deputy- chairman, Bro. E. Davies, P.C. The juvenile superintendent is Bro. T. Evans. A very pleasant evening was spent. HIGHLAND PLACE. The annual meeting of Highland Place Church members was held on Thursday even- ing, Mr Dan Davies. L.T.S.C., presiding. Col. Phillips was re-elected treasurer; Mr Evan Jones sub-treasurer; Mr R. D. Williams secretary, and Miss S. George organist. The accounts for the year, as submitted by the secretary, showed a balance in hand of < £ 50. Previous to the meeting a tea was served, the tables being presided over by the lady mem- bers of the congregation. SEION (W.).-A competitive meeting was held last Monday. Chairman, Mr Morgan Watkins. Adjudicators: Music, Mr W. J. Nicholas; literature, Rev. T. J. Pritchard (Glan Dyfi). Accompanist, Mr Tom Lewis. Prize winners: Spelling bee, divided between Katie Lewis and Gertie Jones. Solo, Meiriona Lloyd and Gertie Jones; consolation prize, Katie Lewis. Impromptu speech, divided between Katie Lewis, Meiriona Lloyd, Gertie Jones, Dorothy Pritchard, and Muriel Jenkins. Adult solo, Mr J. E. Jones and Miss Williams. Essay on "Captain Scott," Katie Lewis. OBITUARY. Mrs Griffiths, 12, Gloster Street, widow of the late Rev. D. Brythonfryn Griffiths, passed away on Sunday evening after a prolonged illness. Mrs Griffiths was 71 years of age, and was a highly esteemed lady. The interment tak?s place at Aberdare Cemetery on Thursday. We sympathise with the children in their bereavement. Deceased had been a faithful member of Ebenezer Congregational Church, Tre- cynon, for over 40 years. Her husband, a poet and preacher of considerable prominence, pre-deceased her by 23 years. He acted in the capacity also of general secretary to the celebrated Cor Mawr (Caradog's), which was victor- ious twice at the Crystal Palace, London. Deceased leaves two sons and two daughters. TABERNACLE (CONG.). Principal T. Lewis, M.A., of Brecon College, was the occupant of Tabernacle pulpit on Sunday. In the evening he preached from Gal. iii. 24, So that the law hath been our tutor to bring us unto Christ." The text implied that Jesus Christ was our final teacher. The school of the law was preparatory and its instruction preliminary to that of the school of Christ, where we completed our educa- tion. Jesus was the great authority on the nature and being of God. Williams o'r Wern, who was a great theologian as well as a great preacher, advised a young man not to accept any doctrine about God which tarnished the splen- dour of his character. There were many current conceptions of the Almighty which involved a reflection on his character. But if we accepted Jesus Christ as our final authority on God's character we could not go wrong. Again Jesus was our final authority on man, our final teacher on life. We might disagree about the person of Christ, but regarding his teaching on life we were at one. It appealed to the healthy conscience of the world to-day as it al- ways did. God's answer to the question "What is man"? was We see Jesus." Again Jesus was our final authority on religion. This naturally followed, for religion meant the relation of God to man. DINNER. The tenth. annual dinner of the Aberdare branch of the Amal- gamated Society of Bakers and Con- fectioners' Operatives was held last Thursday evening at the Prince of Wales Hotel. Mr D. Morris Powell, auctioneer, presided. Grace having been said by Mr W. H. Templeman, the party sat to an excellent spread. After the tables were cleared an enjoyable concert followed, opening with a pianoforte solo by Mr D. Williams, who acted as accompanist. Mr Ebell Powell, R.A.M., sang "The Veteran" in fine style, and was followed by Mr W. Warren, who sang a comic song. The toast of the King and Royal Family" was proposed by the chairman, and seconded by Mr Joe Evans. Mr Evans then sang The old man on Hirwain Common." Concertina selections were next given by Mr W. Warren, and Mr J. Lee sang "Mona." At this stage Mr W. H. Locke, the sec- retary of the local branch, in sub- mitting the toast of Our Union," said he would like to see the operatives clinging closer together. It would bring about a better feeling between them and the masters. (Applause.) During the last quarter over twenty members had been enrolled. Mr Eben Powell gave another fine song. The Town and Trade of Aberdare" was next submitted and drank to heartily. The chairman gave an excellent recitation, entitled How Kissing Cup won the race." Mr C. Sinale sang a somic song, and an in- strumental trio (mandoline, concertina, and piano) was given by Messrs Warren, Lee, and Williams. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Messrs D. Rees Jones, D.Morris Powell, J. Field, and 1). Walters (Glandover) for their kind donations. Mr W. H. Templeman added to the mirth of the evening with a few humorous songs. Mr Joe Evans proposed a hearty vote of thanks to Host and Hostess Wilson for their excellent catering, to which Host Wilson suitably returned thanks. An enjoyable evening closed with three national anthems, Auld Laiig Sviie," "Heii Wlad fy Nhadau," and God Save the King." PAIK EVENING CONTINUATION The pupils attending the above school -ended the session 1912-13 by holding a social at Miles's Restaur- ant on Friday evening last. The cater- ers had provided excellent fare, to which ample justice was done. After- wards an impromptu concert was held. Mr A. Thomas, G. and L., made a splen- did chairman. Master T. J. Thomas opened with a pianoforte overture, ren- dered in good style, and acted as ac- companist. Then Master NV. J. Evans gave an appropriate recitation, followed by a couple of humorous songs by Mr n. G. Davies. Masters D. H. Powell and E. R. Phillips gave spirited selections on the mouth organ. The following took part in the story-telling, which was done so admirably:—Masters S. G. Williams, V. Evans, J. Davies, E. Davies, U. J. Thomas, and the chair- man. The next item was the presenta- tion of a beautiful brass inkstand, suitably engraved, to Mr D. G. Davies, the teacher of the evening school, by the pupils attending. Mr T. E. Williams made the presentation, and in his speech referred to Mr Davies's invariable sympathy, kindness, and energy. They, as pupils, rett that tliey were oouna io mark their teacher's efforts on their be- half, and in handing over the gift, he asked Mr Davies to accept it as a slight token of their appreciation of his ser- vices during the session. The chairman and Mr W. Owen also spoke, mention- ing the great progress they had made under Mr Davies's tuition.—Mr Davies expressed his deep appreciation of their kindness and heartily thanked them for this expression of their feelings towards him. He would always value the gift very much. lie referred to the happy time they had spent together, and how pleased he had been made by the energy shown by them as pupils, and their de- sire for advancement. Such qualities not only gladdened the heart of a teacher, hut created in him a desire to I render his best services on their be- half. Eagerness in the pupil was the teacher's greatest joy. for the latter was one of those persons who had to. wait many years to see the seed which he had sown reach full fruition. A very happy evening was brought to a close by I the singing of Hen Wlad fy Nhadau, before which a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the chairman.

CWMBACH. INTERMENT. On Wednesday last the mortal remains of the late Mr John Morgan, 2, Waterloo Street, were in- terred at the Aberdare Cemetery. The Rev. R. H. Davies, B.A., officiated. The following were the mourners: -1st coach, Messrs David Morgan, Maesteg, step-brother; John Morgan, uncle; Henry Rees, nephew; the Brothers Mor- gan, Llwydcoed, cousins; 2nd coach, Messrs John Henry Davies, uncle; Henry Williams, cousin; David Jones, Trecynon, uncle; Morgan Jones, Heol- gerrig, cousin; 3rd coach, Rev. R. H. Davies, Mesrs John Daniel, David Jen- kiiis, and Morgan Jones. The bearers were four members of the R.A.O.B. Messrs John Rhys James, George Watts, Thomas Bowen, and Alfred Lloyd. A wreath was sent by the R.A.O.B. Lodge.

ABERAMAN. ARE YOU looking for smart Spring boots or shoes? Inspect the newest Lon- don styles at Lewis's, 1, Canon Street, opposite Post Office. FESTIVAL. The Calvinistic Metho- dist Union of Sunday Schools (Aberdare District) held their annual catechising festival at Libanus on Monday evening. The Rev. W. D. Morris, Cwmaman, was the chairman. The catechiser was the Rev. E. W. Llewelyn, Libanus. Subject, Yr Hyfforddwr." There was a good at- tendance of members from the following churches:—Libanus, Aberaman; 'Hebron, Godreaman; Ebenezer, Cwmbach; Nazareth and Bethania, Aberdare. Mr W illiam Rees (Hebron) conducted the singing, whilst Mr Tom Davies (Libanus) presided at the organ. The secretary of the union is Mr W. O. Lloyd, Cwmaman. BILLIARD TOURNAMENT. The final match of the Y.M.C.A. Billiard Tournament for affiliated institutes was held on Thursday evening last at Neath. The final teams were the Aber- aman Workmens' Institute and the Pontardawe Institute. The following were the scores: -Aberaiiian, Tom B. Jones, 125; Evan Jones, 200; Bob Howells, 200; Phil Morgan, 144; Jack Llewelyn, 200; Tom Dumavne, 105; Harry Thomas, 195; Tom Bowen, 200; total, 1,369. Pontardawe: H. J. Mor- gan, 200; W. Lewis, 164; Ivor Jones, 129; H. Jones, 200; A. Worthortv. 88; G. Lewis, 200; Abe Edwards, 200; W. H. Thomas, 182; total, 1,363. Aberaman won by six points. SACRED CONCERT.—The Aberaman Institute's Choral Society, which con- sists of 180 of the best local voices, held an excellent sacred concert on Sunday evening last at the Grand Theatre under the conductorship of Mr T. Glyndwr Richards. Councillor John Howell pre- sided. The choir rendered the test pieces of the Treorchy and Abergavenny Eisteddfodau. Programme: Recitations were given by Miss Madge Williams. Song, Beloved, it is morn," Mr J. Oliver Jones; solo, I will extol Thee," Miss M. A. Barry, Aberaman; recitative, And the witnesses," Miss A. Morris-Dando, Aberaman; song, "My Flower of Paradise," Mr Willie Davies; song, 'f Bendithiaist goed y meusydd," Miss A. M. Phillips. Several choruses by the Choir. The accompanists were Messrs T. Male, J. Roberts, and Miss Gwladys Jones. A resolution was moved by Mr Tom Bowen, and seconded by Mr J. H. Parrington, on behalf of the Aberaman Public Hall Committee, ask- ing the District Council to convene a public meeting at the Market Hall, Aber- dare, with a view of ascertaining the voice of the people on the seven days' licence question. This was carried unan- imously. The secretary was Mr Jonah Rees.

COOREAMAN. NOW IS THE TIME to see the best selection of wallpapers in town. Won- derfully cheap. Also paints, varnishes, oils, etc.—Emrys Evans, Aberdare. CHRISTIANS' MEETING HOUSE. The 28th half-yearly conference of the Churches of Christ (South Wales Division) was held on Easter Monday at- the above place uuder the presidency of Mr G. Rockey, of Treharris. There were representatives from Merthyr, Aberfan, Treharris, Tredegar, Aber- tillery, Griffithstown, Newport, Cadox- ton, and Ynyshir. In the afternoon Mr W. Ridley, of Ynyshir, occupied the chair. when the subject, "Means of Grace," was very ably dealt with in devotional exercises," "from fellow- ship," and a in the field of service." Mr J. Welch, Cross Keys; Mr U. Nicholas, Merthyr, and Mr D. L. Mor- gan, of Aberfan, were the speakers. In the evening Mr W. Lewis, of Newport, occupied the chair, when the subject, The Gospel," was very well defined, and made clear as to What the Gospel is"; The Power of the Gos- pel"; "The Commands of the Gospel." and The Promises of the Gospel," by Mr A. H. Wilson, Abertillery; Mr T. J. Webley, Lidney, Gloucestershire: Mr F. Adams. Treharris, and Mr William Webley, evangelist, Cadoxton. Noddfa (Cong.) Church kindly gave the use of their vestry.

CWMAMAN. SBTO BAPTIST CHURCH. The pulpit of the above church was occupied on Sunday last by the Hey, W. Price, Penderyn. BILLIARDS. On Saturday the Cwmaman Billiard Team journeyed to Cardiff to oppose Abertillery in the final of the Borrouglies and Watts Shield. The following were the cores:-( 'wit, aman: Dan Isaae. 200; R. D. Jones, 200; William Richards, 132; E. Thomas Jones, 130; J. C. Thomas. 85; Joe Thomas, 200; total. 947. Abertillery: W. Richards, 167; T. Dean, 179; D. Bundred, 200; P. Singer, 200; W. Price, 200; G. Elford, 175; total, 1,121. SEND-OFF. An enjoyable evening was spent on Thursday evening at the Globe Inn, the occasion being a send- off meeting to Mr Josiah Price, who had been home on a. short furlough, and was leaving the following day to rejoin his regiment at Borden Camp, Hamp- shire. The following contributed to the evening's entertainment: Messrs James Hancock, Ed. Hancock, J. Evans, Jenkin Kingsbury, W. J. Rees, Enoch Davies. Tom Thomas, Tom Burgess (harpist), Mr Tom Davies (Telynor Anian). Short speeches were given by Messrs Roger Williams, E. Davies, and the evening's guest. Mr James Hancock was chairman.

MOUNTAIN ASH. IF YOU WISH to look dressy you can't afford to be without one of Ted McGregor's Soft Felts. Watch the win- dows. MISSION SERVICES. At Beth- ania Welsh Congregational Chapel on Sunday a series of well-attended mission services were held by the well-known evangelist. Miss Rosina Davies. Miss Davies was in her usual vein, and pow- erful discourses were given. WEDDING. A very quiet, wedding was solemnised at St. Margaret's on Wed- nesday morning, the contracting parties being Miss Gwenllian Williams, daughter of Mr and Mrs James Williams, of 2. Lyndhurst Street, and Mr William Biynn, son of Mr and Mrs W. Brynn. CI a renee Street, Miskin, and now of Abeitridwr. Mr A If. Brynn (brother of the bridegroom) acted as best man, and the bride was given away by Mr G. H. Shepherd. Mrs Brynn (sister-in-law) ac- companied the bride. The Rev. Aeron Da vies, B.A.. curate. officiated. The happy pair afterwards left for Mumbles, where the honeymoon will be spent.

PENRHIWCEIBER. SUCCESS. Miss Amy Jenkins, Pen- rhiwceiber Road, secured 1st prize for the soprano solo at the Porth Eistedd- fod on Easter Tuesday. NON-UNIONISTS. Notices to cease work owing to the prevalence of non- unionism were tendered on Tuesday at the Penrikyber Colliery. They will ex- pin at the end of this month. About 1,400 out of 2,000 gave notices. FOOTBALL. — A splendid match, de- spite the inclement weather, was played at Glassbrook Field on Saturday between Bargoed and the 'Ceiber Guild. The home team ran out victors by two goals to one. CONCERT. A splendid concert was held at the Conservative Club on Tues- day evening. Mr William Magor pre- sided. The following artistes took part: Tenor, Mr Tom Bonnell, Porth; bari- tone, Mr John Williams, Mountain Ash; comedians, Mr W. Evans, Tre- herbert, and Mr John Barrow, Cardiff. Addresses were delivered by several local gentlemen. TABERNACLE. A coffee supper was held on Thursday evening last at Tab- ernacle Welsh Baptist Chapel, Ynys boeth. Trayholders: Mesdames Bowpn, Rosser, Jones, James. Olive James, Mitchell, Daniels, and Master J. R. Davies. Door-keepers, Messrs J. Wil- liams and Mainwaring; firemen, Mr J. Jones and Mr D. Williams; carver, Mr James Ladd. Aid was given by Misses H. Jenkins, Maggie Daniels, and Olive James. Manager, Guardian John Wil- liams. Mesdames C. Bowen, R. Rosser, I E. Harris, and P. James also gave valu- ahle assistant. ANNIVERSARY SERVICES. The Sunday School children of Tabernacle, Yiiysboetli, held their anniversarv ser- vices on Sunday last. Mr Christopher Bowen presided. In the afternoon prayer was offered by Mr Evan Wil- liams. The children's choir sang, Awn i'r Ysgol Sul," conducted by Mr C. Bowen. Recitations were rendered by 01 wen Rosser, Elizabeth Mary Jenkins, Rachel Davies, Bertha Garrett, and Mildred Cannings. Duetts, Misses Maggie Bowen and Olwen Rosser, Ethel Alary Jenkins and Evelyn Jones. Solos, Ivy Jones and Harriet Jenkins. Euros Hefin Bowen's party rendered a chorus, composed by Mr Joseph Jones, YllYS- boeth. The vestry children, trained by Mr G. Evans, gave recitations. The evening service was chiefly confined to the adults. Choruses were sung by the Choir. Recitations were given by Lizzie Mary_ Jenkins, Olwen Rosser, Mildred Canning, and Bodwen Rosser. Solos by Mr Rosser Rosser, Joseph Jones, Mr Mainwaring, Harriet Jenkins, and Ivy JOlles. Two choruses, composed bv Mr Joseph .Tones and Mr Daniel P. Rees, Tylorstown, were sung. An excellent address was delivered by Mr G. H. Evans, showing the progress of the Sun- day School « Plant y Beibl" was sung by the children. Mr J. R. Davies was the accompanist. WEDDING. A very pretty wedding took place at Carmel Welsh Wesleyan Chapel, Abercynon, on Easter Wednes- day morning. The contracting parties were Miss Lizzie Thomas. youngest daughter of the late Mr William Thomas and Mrs Gaynor Thomas, Vaughan Terrace, Penrhiwceiber, and Mr Daniel Jones, of 111, Penrhiwceiber Road, youngest son of Mr and Mrs Ro- bert Jones, Derwen, Corwen. North Wales. The bride wore a navy costume, with a pretty grey chip hat, trimmed with helio plumes. She was accompanied by Miss J. Hughes, Osborne Terrace, as bridesmaid, who wore a navy blue cos- tume, and black hat trimmed with ostrich feathers. Mr Robert Thomas (brother of the bride) acted as best man. The nuptial knot was tied by the Rev. A. C. Pearce, Bryn Seion, Mountain Ash. There were also present: Miss Gaynor, Miss May Thomas, Messrs W. H. Thomas (brother of the bride), Morris Jones, Abereynon. and Fred Wadlev. The reception and wedding breakfast were held at the residence of the bride's mother, where the wedded pair were deluged with congratulations. The following guests were present:- Mrs G. Thomas (bride's mother), Mr and Mrs Hugh Hughes, Mr R. Jones (brother of bridegroom), Mr David Lloyd (Park Street), Mr W. John Jones (Cardiff). Mrs Rowlands, Mrs J. Wil- liams, Mrs J. L. Edwards, Miss M. A. Williams, and the Rev. A. C. Pearce. Mr Pearce, at whose church the bride is a faithful member, made a felicitous speech. The party were conveyed to and from the chapel by motor car, kindly lent and driven by Mr W. J. Jones, Cardiff. Later in the day the party drove to Cardiff. There were a number of cost- ly presents.

ABERCYNON. DEPARTURE. Air Jim Davies, ironmonger, Station Terrace. left on Wednesday for Australia. He set sail on Fridav. Mr Tom Davies, Beehive, left Abercynon on Thursday for Og- more Vale, where he will open business. PERSONAL. Mr Jack Jones, son of Mr Evan Jones, the marker at the Workmen's Hall Billiard Rooms, has been appointed engineman at the Ystrad Rhondda Theatre. He was formerly at the Workmen's Institute, Abercynon. Mr Dick Humphreys succeeds Mr Jones at the local hall engine-house. BAPTISM. On Sunday evening the baptism took place of the following members of Calfaria. Welsli Baptist Chapel:— Misses Gwladys Williams, Cassie Jones, Maggie Garbetf, Wyllis Owens. Messrs E. T. Howells, R. Davies, Willie Howells, and Willie Harris. The Rev. B. Howells, pastor, officiated. PRESENTATION OF COLOURS. — On Wednesday evening a. very interest- ing meeting was held at the Workmen's Hall under the auspices of the Aber- cynon 7th Company of the Boys' Brig- ade. Councillor T. W. Jones. J.P.. oc- cupied the chair. A bar-bell exercise was very cleverly given by the boys. JVtr W. Wilton sang several solos. A very appropriate address was given by Mr Tudor Davies, M.E. He advised the boys to join either the Scout Move- ment or the Boys' Brigade. Both were excellent institutions for boys. It was much more manly to do a kindness than to plav football,' although he did not disagree with football. The freedom we enjoyed to-day was mainly due to the Army we had. Our enemies were not afraid of the sentiments of the British Lion, but of his teeth. Mr Davies then presented badges of efficiency in seout- ing to the following boys:—Sergeant- Drummer Workman, Corporal R. Gar- dener, Lance-Corporal E. Bath. Lance- Corporal G. Lewis, Private T. Price, Private W. R. Ellis. Private A. Evans, Private B. Amlett, and Private J. Owen. Mr Frank Livesev then gave a cornet solo. Air T. George, after a brief, inter- esting address, presented the mace to the Abercynon Companv. "Master Jack Griffiths, one of the Boy Scouts, gave a splendid clog dance, and received loml applause. An excellent demonstration of an Indian Club exercise was given by the bovs, which reflected great credit on Captain Gibbon and Lieut. Radford. A very interesting ceremony was the pre- sentation of the colours bv Mr E. H. Battram. A stretcher was also presented to the bovs by Mr T. W. Joiies. Air B. AVilto,, wis the accompanist. GRAND DANCE. — A grand dance was held en Tuesday evening, the 25th at the Workmen's Hall under the auspicts of the Abercynon Cricket Club. Amongst those present were: Messrs W. H. Thomas. .T. Bon wick. G. Brisland. B. Davies. Miss B. Powell, Miss A. Davies, Messrs G. Livesev. Edward Mathews, W. Evans, Tim Hughes, D.

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Evans, W. Williams, R. Perkins, J. Farrell, William Williams, Joe Hughes, G. Hughes, W. Thomas, W. H. Evans, Councillor T. W. Jones, J.P., Messrs Clem. Jones, E. Morgans, Dan Davies, R. Evans, D. Williams, D. T. Jones, D. Evans, J. Hughes, E. Davies, H. Prout, R. T. Evans, Sam Hughes, T. Cavley, T. Jones, Edgar Meyriek, Stan. Davies, E. Williams, Ivor Jones, James Williams, L. J. Walters, J. Griffiths, E. Jones, Mr Goronwy (Hopkinstown), Messrs Joe Lewis, Morgan Owens, Mr Lloyd, Mr D. T. Theophilus, Mr Sieff (Pontypridd), Mr and Mrs Dermott, Messrs J. Powell, Archie Mortimer, L. Lewis, E. Davies, J. Prosser, Miss Bennett, Miss Evans, Miss Chayne, Miss Annie Livesey, Mrs S. Hughes, Miss Davies, Miss Nellie Powell, Miss Dolly .Iones, Miss Lewis, Miss Walters, Mrs Richards, Mrs Harris, Miss Winnie Livesey, Miss May Jones, Mrs Jones, Miss G. Evans, Miss Cassell, Miss Bennett, Miss Davies, Mr Fiddler, Mr Jenkins, Mr Harris, Messrs Fred Kath- rens, Emlyn Powell, Peter Bedford, Daniel Powell, J. R. Nuttall, H. Davies, W. E. Davies, J. Ward, J. Lewis, J. Taylor, E. W. Keel, and W. G. Powell. In the whist drive competition ttoe win- ners were: (Ladies), Mrs D. T. Theo- philus and Mrs W. Jones; (gents), Mr Reggie Evans, and consolation prize, Mr Edward Mathews. The M.C.'s were Messrs Jack Griffiths, F. Kathrens, P. Bedford, and E. Powell. The stewards were Messrs Morgan Owens, W. E. Davies, Dan Powell, J. R. Nuttall, H. Davies, J. Ward, Joe Lewis, Jack Tay- lor, and Walter Keel. The capable secre- tary was Mr W. G. Powell.