The Aberdare Leader

t "P and Down the Valley. p CWMDARE. WILLIAMS' Is. Sale now ar8ai SW1U»- Raris House is full of Is. tUr NUAL SALE of Wallpaper, Furni- 1 JUii] Ironmongery at VV. H. Jones', Ghd ,^reet> Trecynon, now on. W.AITH C.M. —• At this place of Occiir^ on Sunday last the pulpit was B. v Pl,end the Rev. J. Tudor Jones, •' Irevecca.

ABERDARE. SnNC? WILLIAMS' Is. Sale now Bar» swing. Paris House is full of Is. gaIns ,Qb.;gTOR CYCLES, purchased by instal- 4berj^rat cash prices.—Parker Bros., atten^FTClAL TEETH.-Mr. P. Rake cynmTS Mr. Berry's (Hairdresser), Tre- ^atip %eve.ry Monday from 2 to 8 p.m. jVrt?nT? visited at own home, if desired. inhav/100^ PRICE, Rhyl, thanks the tants of Aberdare for the kind ^acvii s^own by them in the Swift 8avin„m. Washer, the invaluable labour- to 1nvention. Mr. Price wishes it fh Illade known that he has opened an Iii 0i,j Market Square, Pontypridd. mi ri.no^ disappoint any intend -PoTifi. rc.haser> letters addressed either to «? or care of Miss Evan«, 32 street, Aberdare, will have im- grp te attention. Plac8 ^ARK'S MISSION. — At this Servini> w°rship on Sunday evening the ^hivo,Was conducted by Messrs T. G. 'atter f and W. II. 'Templeman. The Mi^ an address from Psalm 72. 14. armon'ni 6(^ Craven presided at the TRINITY. "Please God (1 Thes. 4. 1) was the text from which the Rev. J. Lewis Jenkins, pastor, preached at Trinity Church on Sunday morning. He remarked that to please God might mean to incur the displeasure of our fellow-men and to offend our friends, but it was well worth the sacrifice, HIGHLAND PLACE. — The pastor, the Rev. E. T. Evans, delivered an able sermon at this place of worship on Sunday morning. Taking as his text the noiseless erection of Solomon's Temple, he deprecated the hurry and scurry and the fussiness of present day life, and advocated a calmer and quieter spirit in going about our work. The fussy and over-busy man accomplished really less than he who performed his task silently and systematically. In the evening the rev. gentleman preached at Tredegar, where the Unitarians have started a new cause. FIRE BRIGADE. The 13th annual meeting of the Aberdare Fire Brigade was held at the Fire Station on Thurs- day night. Captain J. Davies presided. After a fine repast catered by Air. and Mrs. Dando, Duke Street, appropriate speeches were made by the chairman and the members. References were made to members of the brigade who had re- sponded to their country's call. Two of them are now at the front, while another is in Kitchener's Army prepar- ing for the fray. The secretary was asked to convey to them the best wishes of their comrades and hopes for their safe return. FREE CHURCH NEWS. At the English Free Church Council meeting held at Green Street Wesleyan Chapel on Friday, the President (Rev. J. Lewis Jenkins) tendered a hearty welcome to the Council and its labours to the Rev. T. Madoc Jeffreys, pastor of Tabernacle, and Adjutant Mow (S.A.). The election of officers resulted as follows:—Mr. W. Wilcox was elected president, and Rev. H. Barraclough, vice-president. The treasurer, Mr. Cameron, Clifton Street, and secretary, Mr. Morgan Parr, were re-elected. The outgoing president, in expressing his thanks, alluded to the fact that Mr. Wilcox, who was high in the esteem of the neighbourhood, was the first layman to occupy the presi- dential chair. Rev. T. Madoc Jeffreys concluded in prayer. SERMON AND LECTURE. On Thursday last at the Primitive Metho- dist Chapel a sermon was preached in the afternoon by the Rev. George Bennett, president of the Primitive Methodist Conference. He took as his text 2 Kings 6. 15-17, where is recorded the story of Elisha and the young man. The latter, the preacher remarked, re- presented the materialist, and his vision was of chariots and horsemen. The King of Syria was bent on having a place in the sun." He formulated a programme and fixed the date of his entry into Jerusalem. Twice he arranged that the army of Israel should fall into his hands, but it did not come off. The materialist could not understand the spiritual. When cornered he would say that he was an Agnostic.—In the evening the rev. gentlemen delivered an address. His subject was "Cheer up." The Rev. G. Windram was the chair- man, and there was a good congregation. Mr. Bennett gave a very insraring lec- ture. Mr. W. Wilcox briefly dressed the meeting. TABERNACLE. The pastor, the Rev. T. M. Jeffreys, officiated at Taber- nacle Congregational Church on Sun- day. At the evening service a solo, "There is a green hill," was sung by Miss Beatrice Keevil. Mr. Jeffreys preached from Isaiah 59. 16, "And he saw that there was no man." He ex- plained that the solitary figure pictured in the text bemoaned the fact that there was no one on the Lord's side. "Wanted a man was the subject of Mr. Jeffreys' sermon. The cry of the War Office was "We want men." But the message of the text was a demand for individuals. True manhood was not selfhood. It had nothing to do with sexhood. We had instances of a country clamouring for a man to save it and a woman re- sponding, as in the case of Joan of Arc. Christ was the Ego and Christianity was Egoism—not egotism. Self-realisa- tion was the first stage of God's great work in our hearts. The next step was self-abandonment. We were not merely parts of a system; we were in- dividual instruments in the hands of God. We were asked to play ihe man in the great battle of life. Another qualification we needed if we wanted to range ourselves on God's side was com- passion. We must have a fellow-feel- ing with God in his great purpose of saving humanity. God was'looking for individuals—men who stood on their own convictions, and did not think -the thoughts of their companions. SOIREE. On Thursday evening last the Dare Glee Singers held a most en- joyable soiree at Thomas's Assembly Rooms, Cardiff Street. A capital spread had been prepared, after which a splen- did concert took place. Mr. T..T. James was the chairman, and the following billiant programme of songs was gone through —"Strike the Lyre, the Party "Lili Lon," Mr. Edward Jones; "His Majesty the King," Mr. Willie Davies; "There is a land," Mr. John Jones, Oxford Street; "Cartref," Mr. W. Gentle; "Merch y Cadben," Mr. T. J. Jones; "Hen Iaith fy Mam," Mr. Eben Williams; "Italian Salad," the Party; "Thora," Mr. Abraham James; duet, "Dring i fyny," Mr. T. Davies (Mab y Mynydd) and Mr. J. Jones; "Come, my Gwen," Mr. E. D. Williams, Cwmbach; "Bugail, Hafod y Cwm," the Chairman; "Brenhines y Don," Mr. Tom Davies; "The Old Green Isle," Mr. John Ed- wards; "Sympathy," Mr. D. J. Davies; "Don't judge the man by his coat," Mr. D. Jenkins. The final item was "Rest, sad heart," by the Party. Mr. W. H. Templeman added to the mirth of the evening in his usual manner. The Dare Glee Singers are a body of capable musicians; each member is a soloist. The conductor is Mr. Edward Jones, Trecvnon, and the accompanist, Mr. E T. Edwards, A.I..C.M. Mr. H. Garnon is the secretary. The chairman pro- posed a vote of thanks to the host and

CWMBACH. PRANCE WILLIAMS' Is. Sale now in full swing. Paris House is full of Is. Bargains. FOR 'ASTHMA, bronchitis, tight- chest, difficulty of breathing, try Emrys' Cough-Ease. It cuts the phlegm and clears the tubes. EBENEZER C.M. Last Sunday evening at Ebenezer Mr. W. Henry James read an excellent paper on "Obedience." EBENEZER Y.P.S. On Wednesday evening Mr. Dan Owen presided. The meeting was opened by Mr. Gomer James. An excellent paper on "Joseph" was read by Mr. Edward Evan James. The following took part in the dis- cussion:—Rev. J. Mydafai Jones, Miss Rachel Mary Lewis (Aberaman), Messrs. Dan Owen, Willie James, Thomas J. Davies, J. Henry Thomas, and Gomer James. Mr. Edward Evan James was the pianist. NURSING. The Home Nursing Class, conducted by Dr. T. Bromilow at the Cwmbach Council School, has been very successful. At the examination, which took place on Saturday, January 30th, the examiner was Dr. Ivor Davies, Cardiff. Of the 14 pupils who sat the following 12 have been successful:- Mary Jane Evans, Ann Williams, Sarah E. Davies, Ruth Llewelyn, Char- lotte Harris, Margaret Bryant, Mary Ann Jones, Jemima Phillips, Mary Jane Pugsley, Margaret Morgan, Catherine Mary Jones, and Dorothy M. Bromilow. MEETING. On Friday last a meet- ing was held at the Workmen's Hall in connection with the Auxiliary Relief Fund, when Mr. Thomas Lloyd presided over a crowded audience. Mr. William Thomas, solicitor, chairman of the Aberdare Urban District Council, gave a striking address in aid of the fund. He was followed by Mr. D. Llewellyn Griffiths, secretary of the Auxiliary Fund, who explained the objects of it. On the proposition of Mr David G. Pugsley, seconded by Guardian Meth Davies, it was decided that the com- mittee of the Belgian Refugee Fund should carry on their work as usual, but that the receipts be given to the Auxiliary Fund for the time being. Several questions were asked, which were satisfactorily answered by the secretary. Mr. Thomas Daniel and Mr. Richard Phillips spoke, expressing the hope that all present would aid the fund. On the proposition of Mr. D. J. Hughes-Jones, seconded by Mr. James Pardoe, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded the visitors and the chairman. PATRIOTIC CWMBACH. The following persons from the village have just joined the colours:—Richard Davies, son of Mrs. Davies, of Green Hill Cottage, and brother of Private Caradog Davies, Seaforth Highlanders; William Walters, son of Mr. and Mrs. M. Walters, Victoria Street; Evan James Humphreys, son of Mr. Edward Humphreys, 1 Bethuel Row; Charles Davies, married, of Bethania Place; EdwarA Lewis, son of fr. and Mrs. Edward Lewis, 20 Victoria Street, and brother of Private Fred Lewis, Sea- forth Highlanders; Ernie Pugsley, son of Mr. and Mrs. David G. Pugsley, of 18 Victoria Street, and brother of Private D. W. Pugsley, Seaforth High- landers Trevor Davies, Bridge Road; William J. Protheroe and Daniel Pro- theroe, sons of Mr. and Mrs. John Protheroe, Cerdinen Terrace; Johnny Phillips, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Phillips, of Phillip Row; George Owen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Owen, of Sion Terrace, and William Franklyn, Ynyscynon. They are all in the same regiment, viz., the Royal Field Artillery, and are stationed at Pwllheli.

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ABERAMAN. PRANCE WILLIAMS' Is. Sale now in full swing. Paris House is full of Is. Bargains HUNDREDS testify to the efficacy of Emrys Evans' Cough-Ease for coughs, colds, asthma, bronchitis, etc. One dose relieves. It is wonderful. RECRUIT. — Tom Knight, son of Mr. and Mrs. Knight, 361 Cardiff Road, has joined the 11th Battalion of the Welsh Regiment, which is stationed at Pwllheli. RECRUIT. Will Thomas, youngest son of Mr. William Thomas, 366 Cardiff Road, has joined the Grenadier Guards, stationed at the White City, London. Will was a popular local footballer. SARON. The half-yearly services of Saion Congregational Church were held on Sunday and Monday last, when the special preachers were the Revs. Gwilym Rees, B.A., Merthyr, and W. J. Rees, Alltwen. Mr. J. D. Harries was the precentor, whilst Miss Gwladys Jones presided at the organ. The Rev. H. P. Jenkins, pastor, conducted the services. FALSE NEWS. A rumour gained currency in the locality last week that Private George Griffiths, of the South Wales Borderers, machine gunner, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Griffiths, 21 Wyndham Crescent, had been killed in action. However, the parents received a letter from him on Sunday in which he states that he is in -excellent health. OBITUARY. — Trevor, the one year and nine months old child of Mr. "and Mrs William Gibbon, 2 Primrose Terrace, passed away on Monday, Feb- ruary 8th. The funeral took place on Friday at the Aberdare Cemetery, the Rev. D. Silyn Evans officiating. The mourners were: Father; William Gibbon, uncle; Thomas Gibbon, Gadlys, grandfather, and Johnny Gibbon, brother. SPECIAL SERVICES. At St. Mar- garet's Church on Sunday last special services in preparation for Lent were held. At 8 a.m. the Holy Communion was celebrated; at 11 a.m., Morning prayer and sermon by the Rev. D. Davies, M.A.. Canon of Llandaff. At 3 p.m. the Canon conducted a service for men, which was largely attended. At 6 p.m. Canon Davies preached. The organist was Mr. H. Trevor. POPULAR LECTURES. Miss Grace Jean Crocker delivered 'the third of the series of lectures organised by the A berain a n Popular Lectures Com- mittee. on Friday evening last at Saron Chapel, which was comfortably filled. Miss M. S. Cook. M.A., Aberdare, intro- duced Miss Crocker, who gave humorous, dramatical, and musical recitals. She was most entertaining in her impersona- tions and her witty remarks. The ac- companist was Miss Gwladys Jones, L.L.C.M. GASWORKERS' UNION. At the King's Head Hotel on Monday evening a meeting was held under the auspices of the National Union of Gasworkers and General Labourers. Bro. A. Rich- ards presided. Mr. W. Victor Morgan, the agent, dwelt on the work done in the South Wales District during the last year. He complimented the branch on having sent 40 members to the colours. The disablement grant of £15 was handed over to Brother Evan Jones, of Cwmaman, who had lost the sight' of one eye. Brother Jones thankfully re- sponded. On the proposition of the secretary, Brother Gillman, a vote of thanks to the agent and chairman was passed. INTERMENT. The remains of the iite ATrs. Mary Jane George, wife of -Ali-. Thomas George, Band Institute, wereointerred at the Treorchy Cemetery on Thursday last. The Rev. H. P. Jen- ]^ns'T^aro?ir at the house, and the Rev. W. J. Gruffydd, Treorchy, at the graveside. The principal mourners were: Husband; E. George, brother- in-law; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Beckerley, daughter and son-in-law; MVs. W. J. Hurley, daughter; Mrs. Owen, Ponty- pridd, and Mrs. Phillips, Skewen, sisters; Mr. and Mrs. John James, brother and sister-in-law; Willie, David, and T. James, Skewen, nephews. Floral tributes were sent by: (1) Hus- band and two daughters; (2) sisters; (3) members of the Institute; (4) Ir. Francis Davies; (5) Miss Maud Evans. The bearers were: Messrs. Richard Ingram, David Phillips, W. Jones, Evan Samuel. Arthur Philpin, and T. Lovell. WOMEN'S GUILD. At the Work- men's Institute on Wednesday evening a meeting of the Guild was held, when a good number attended. Mrs. Ben Davies was in the chair. A deputation from the Institute Y.M.C.A. (Industrial Department) waited upon the Guild appealing for the latter's assistance at a tea to be given in aid of the Y.M.C.A. Camps. The Guild unanimously consent- ed to help. The secretary, Mrs Matt Lewis, spoke on "The Self Government of the Guild." A holiday club was opened, the object, being to pay visits to C.W.S. factories. The question of distress amongst local women, caused by the war, was discussed. The Guild decided to assist these women as far as possible, and welcome any person to re- port cases which they may be ac- quainted with to the secretary, Mrs. Matt Lewis, or any member of the Guild. Mrs. T. J. Lavender won the "surprise packet." MILITARY WEDDING. Bethel Chapel, Gadlys, was the scene of a pretty but quiet wedding on Sunday morning, February 7th, the contracting] parties being Miss Carrie J. Sage, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Sage, 23 Mount Hill Street, and Private Jack Thomas, of the South Wales Borderers, 5th Battalion, third son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Thomas, 50 Brynhyfryd, Cwmaman, and brother to Mr. William Thomas, Swan Hotel The Rev. E. J. Gruffydd, pastor, performed the ceremony in the presence of Mr. E. R. Thomas,, registrar. The bride, who was neatly attired, was given away by her brother, Mr. T. Sage, Aberdare. The bridesmaid was Mrs. T. Sage, sister- in-law. Mr. Fred Thomas, brother of the bridegroom, was the groomsman, Afterwards the happy couple repaired to the bride's brother's home in Cardiff Street, Aberdare, where a "sumptuous breakfast was partaken of. The bride- groom, who was married in uniform, re- turned the next day to Burnham, where his battalion is stationed. FUNERAL. The remains of Mrs. M. J. Lloyd, wife of Private Edwin Lloyd, Jubilee Road, were laid to rest at the Aberdare Old Cemetery on Mon- day last. The Rev. E. C. Cambie was the officiating minister. The appended were the mourners:—First coach, Mrs. Arthur Williams and Mrs David Jones, sisters; Arthur Watts, brother; Mrs. W. J. Watts, sister-in-li^w; Mrs. B. Lloyd, Hirwain, mother-in-law; Mrs. M. Bowen, Porth, aunt; 2nd coach, Mrs. G. Moses, aunt; Mrs. Gregory, Tonyrefail; Misses Lily Moses, Annie Maud Moses and Beatrice Jones, Mountain Ash, cousins; Mrs. John Wat- kins, sister-in-law; 3rd coach, Mrs. G. A. Moses, Pleasant View; Mrs. Harris. Hirwain; Mrs. James, Gadlys, and Mrs. Edwards, Mardy, sisters-in-law; 4th coach, Miss Beatrice Lloyd, cousin, Hirwain; Mrs. Williams, Aberaman, aunt; Mrs. Davies, Mrs. T James, and Miss M. Jones, cousins; 5th coach, Mrs. ']'. ITarries, Cardiff Road; Miss May Williams, Mrs. William Wilson, Blaina; Miss Emily Williams, and Mrs. Albert Wilson, Dowlais, cousins; 6th coach, Mrs. Davies, Mrs. Lizzie James, Mrs. Jones, and Mrs. Harries, Hirwain, cousins, and Mrs. W. Llewelyn, Jubilee Road. Following- the hearse were: Husband; Messrs. W. J. Watts, bro- ther; Arthur Williams, David Jones, and H. Harries, brothers-in-law: B. ri'i father-in-law; A. Hodges, cousin; 1 .Tames, Gadlys; James Edwards, Mardy; James Bowen, Porth, and John Watkins, brothers-in-law; William Wil- son, Blaina, and Albert Wilson, Dow- lais, cousins; G. Moses and Philip Jones, Penrhiwceiber, uncles. Wreaths were sent by: (1) Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Williams; (2) Husband; (3) Mr. and Mrs W. J. Watts and Mrs. D. James; (4) Mrs. Phillips; (5) Mrs. G. A. Moses; (6) Mr. and Mrs. G. Moses; (7) Mr. and Mrs. G. Watts CO-OP. SOCIAL. At the Co-op. Hall on Thursday evening last a social in connection with the Cwmbach Co-op. Society s Educational Classes was held. The directors, the general secretary, Mr. E. Jones, and the general manager, Mr. Henry Williams, and the managers were present. The following members of the Women's Guild assisted at the Mrs. Matt Lewis, Mrs D. J. Phillips, Mrs. Willie Davies! Mrs. Pritchard, Abernant; Mrs. W. Harries, Mrs. S. A. Evans, Mrs. Ben Davies (president of the Guild), Mrs. F. Hay- t?T>„-Mrs- Lambe, Mrs. Bryant, Mrs. \Ailliams, and Miss Price. Carvers, Messrs. J. Lewis and J. S. Sant Gen- eral assistance was given by Messrs. James Thorney, Will James. Hugh Wil- hams, Ed. W. Battenbo, Miss V. Prit- Tm31 i. James, and the caretakers, rhe hall was decorated by Mr. T. Humphreys. Mr. David Bowen, presi- dent of the society, presided at the concert. He was pleased to see such a good gathering of students. He urged upon the children the importance of education. A pianoforte solo was given bv Miss Gwladys Jones. Violin solo. Mr. James Jones, Cwmbach, Mr. David Jones accompanying. Recitation, Mr. T. E. Williams. Address by Mr. Matt Lewis on "The Co-operative Movement." Solo, Mr. Rhys James. Comic song, Mr. Ben Rees, Cwmbach. A presenta- tion of a travelling bag was made to Mr. W. J. Morris, clerk at the general offices, who has had an appointment at the C.W.S. Audit Department, Cardiff. Mr. Handel Harries, in handing the gift on behalf of the employees and students, congratulated the recipient on his success, which had been achieved through hard study.—Mr. Thomas Lloyd, ex-president of the society, spoke of the satisfaction which Mr. Morris had given his employers, who deeply re- gretted losing him, but were proud of his advancement.—Mr. J. H. Longman endorsed the previous speakers' re- marks, and wished Mr. Morris further success.—Mr. W. J. Morris expressed his gratitude to the donors for their token, which was to him a memento of the happy relations which existed be- tween him and the employees. He urg^d upon the students to continue with their studies. Solos, Mr. Jacob Rich- ards, Miss M. Phillips, Cwmaman, and Mr. Evan Evans. Pianoforte solo, Mr. Watkyn Morgan. Recitation, Miss Tvdvil Jones. Solo, Mr Handel Harries. Glee, Mr. D. J. Phillips and friends. The accompanist was Miss Gwladys Jones, L.L.C.M.

CWMAMAN. PRANCE WILLIAMS' Is. Sale now in full swing. Paris House is full of Is. Bargains FOR ASTHMA, bronchitis, tight- chest, difficulty of breathing, try Emrys' Cough-Ease. It cuts the phlegm aid clears the tubes. SOAR M.I.S. On Wednesday even- ing the chairman was Mr. John'Davies. An interesting debate took place on Which is the more advantageous, a staple or an itinerant ministry P" The travelling ministry was championed by Mr. John Daniel, while the other side was taken by Mr. William Henry Davies. Discussion followed, the following Aking pa,rt:-Messrs. Edward Daniel, William Phillips, W. O. Lloyd, David Jones, Thomas Lloyd, Howell Owen, David Ebenezer, and David Lloyd (Dewi Llwyd). MORIAH AMAN M.I.S. On Thurs- day evening last Mr. loan Isaac pre- sided. Very interesting papers were read on Welsh hymn composers as follows: -"Williams Pantycelyn" by Mr. Evan Davies, and "Ann Griffiths" by Private Tom Evans, R.A.M.C. (Sergeant, Cwmaman Ambulance Brigade), who had come from Cardiff that evening to deliver his paper, Both papers were highly appreciated. The following took part in the dis- cussion:—Rev. E. J. Owen, Messrs. Evan Roberts, T. J. Lewis, E. Lewis, William Argust, and the chairman. CWMAMAN A.F.C. Merthyr Vale, the aspiring champions of the 1st Division Glamorgan League, were the visitors at Cwmaman on Saturday last. Some splendid combined efforts by the Cwmaman forwards in the first half were rewarded by four goals; two from John Davies and one each f rom Timothy Evans and J. C. Thomas. The second half found Cwmaman on the defensive for the most part, and Merthyr Vale managed to find the net twice. R. Rich- ards, Cwmaman's new acquisition from Pontcvnon F.C., played a splendid game in goal. Each of the Cwmaman for- wards was in his best form. The return of Timothy Evans to the forward line is welcomed. He seems to be the soul of the Cwmaman team. William Davies, at left-half, was the outstanding half- back. J. C. Thomas, at centre-forward, was a regular "mud-lark." Referee, Mr. J. M. Shelby-James PUBLIC HALL AND INSTITUTE.— The annual meeting of the above was held on Wednesday evening, Mr. C. A. Parr presiding. The secretary, Mr. David Owen, gave his report, which I was accepted as satisfactory. The following were elected members of the new committee: Cwmaman Colliery, Messrs. Frederick Major, Jos. Hawke, ¡ Daniel Owen, Thomas Thomas, John Howells (Glanaman Road), Ernest I Sanders, John Davey, George Thomas, Evan Jones, D.C., Dan Isaac. Owen Owen, Dan Jones, Richard Renfrey, William Edwards, William Thomas Wood. Dan Daniel, and Thomas Harries Fforchaman Colliery: Charles Hanks (chairman), James R. Davies, John Wil- liams, D. Williams, David Ystalyfera Thomas, Evan Evans, John Thomas, and H. Humphries. Cwmneol Colliery, Messrs. Rees Davies, William Richards, Thomas Phillips, David John Phillips, and Oswald Ellis. Outside members: C. A. Parr. J. H. Job, Thomas J. Lewis, and J. K. Lewis. Secretary, David Owen. AIR-RIFLE.— Nightingales v. Aber- aman Hotel.—Shot at Aberaman on Saturday, February 13th. Scores: Nightingales: T. Owen, 31; C. Wha'tlev, 30; W. Dix, 32; A. Roberts, 32 J. R. Jones, 30; A. Wilson, 33; R. Edwards, 33; S. Hughes, 32; Ed. Daniel, 30; F. Blake. 29; total, 312. Aberaman: Emlyn Howells, 28; G. Knight, 32; J. Evans. 31; E Craven, 30; Sam Jones, 30; E. Whitcombe, 26; T. Howells, 28; A. Summerhayes, 23; J. Kerslake, 24; C. Day, 31; total, 283. Nightingales won by 29 points.—Excelsiors v. Brick- works.—At Cwmaman. February 13th. Scores —Excelsiors: H. Croker, 29; D. Davies. 31; William Williams, 30; Wat Lloyd, 31; William Hughes, 30; Dan Jones, 27; T. Morgan, 26; Jack Hughes, 33; Richard Lewis. 29: John Lewis, 30; total, 296. Brickworks: G. Bishop (jun.). 33; F. Neal. 28; G. Neal. 29; H. Bishop, 32; F. Bishop, 33; M. Bishop, 30; G. Bishop" (sen.), 28; Vin. Morgan, 32; A. Sherwood, 28; total, 299. Brickworks won by three points. PRESENTATION. At a social evening held under the auspices of the St. Joseph's Church Chort- on Friday evening last, Mr. Martin Isaac, organ- ist. and choirmaster, was presented by the choristers with a splendid silver- mounted ebony baton, suitably in- scribed as follows: -"Pre-,eiited to i Martin Isaac, Esq., by the members of y St. Joseph's Church Choir, Cwmaman. as a token of respect and esteem, and for the excellent work done bv him as choirmaster."—The Rev 1. J. 'Williams, M.A., stated that he had found in Mr. Isaac all the qualities which help to make a successful choirmaster —Mr John Powell, M.E., also spoke a« to the excellence of the work done yhj Mr. Isaac.—Mrs. (Rev.) I. J. Williams hand- ed the baton to the recipient with a few well-chosen words.—Mrs. Isaac was also presented on behalf of the choir with a handsome sugar bowl and spoon.—The ladies of the choir provided an excell- ent fare. The trayholders were: Mrs. Tom Jones, Wordsworth Street, and Miss Dora Williams, assisted by Miss Muriel Shewell; Mesdames Hugh Webb and James Webb, assisted by Miss May George. Cutter, Mrs. 'T. Causley. Brewer, Mr. Thomas Jones. The spacious room had been tastefully decorated by Mr. J. B. Shewell. Messrs. John Argust, Hugh Webb, and Thomas Jones gave songs. The accompanist was Mr. Martin Isaac. MORIAH AMAN. The half-yearly meetings of Moriah Aman Sunday Schools were held on Sunday. The sing- ing reflected credit on the conductors, Messrs. Edward Lewis, L.T.S.C., and Rees Thomas, who bad efficiently tutored the children.' At the morning service the president was Mr. John Thomas. The meeting was opened by Mr. David Rogers. Soios, Emrys Thoirras, Glyn Isaac, John Morse. Hettie Jones. Duet, Nancy Evans and brother. Choruses, Oswald Phillips and friends. Address on "The Sunday School" by the Presi- dent. Recitations, lslwyn Thomas, Aeron Jones, Morfydd Phillips, Lily Morse, Arwyn Thomas, and T. Phillips. Mr. Job Lewis (deacon) closed in prayer. In the afternoon the president was Mr. David Stephens. The meeting was opened by Mr. William Argust, deacon. Solos by Eluned Thomas, Eira Isaac, Isaac James Rees, John Morse. May Lewis Recitations, Bessie Jones, Willie Isaac Evans, Myrddin Isaac, Lewis Rees Howells, Lizzie H. Howells, Nellie Morse, Maggie Morse, May Morse, and Eurfron Thomas. At the evening service the pastor, the Rev. E. J. Owen, pre- sided. Mr. Tom Daniel class recited a Psalm. Solo, Mr. loan Isaac. Dialogue, "The Sunday School." Messrs. Lewis John Thomas and Gwilym Argust. Solo, Miss Blodwen Davies (Llinos Aman). Solo, Miss Annie Mary Phillips. Can- tata, "The Christian's Prayer," by the or Sunday School Choir. Several choruses were rendered during the day by choirs respectively led by Mr. E. Lewis and Mr. Rhys Thomas. The superintendents of the schools are Mr. John Thomas, Bryn Moriah; Mrs M. H. Davies, Mr. David Stephens. Moriah Aman. Secre- tary, Mr. David Rees Thomas. The ac- companists were fr. Thomas James Evans, L.L.C.M.; Miss Annie Mary Phillips, A.L.C.M.; Mr. J. R. Bowen, church organist, and Mr. Thomas Stephen Rees. A PERFORMANCE of the operetta, "An Hour with the Jacks," and mis- cellaneous items were given by the St. Joseph's Church Band of Hope in aid of Cwmaman Auxiliary War Relief Fund and the Church Building Fund on Wednesday and Thursday. Both con- certs were well attended. The chair was taken on Wednesday evening by the Rev. 1..T. Williams, M.A., in the absence owing to illness of Mrs. Daniel Jones, Cwmneol On Thursday evening Mr. G. D. Budge, M.E., presided. Mr. John Powell, M.E., spoke a few words, and praised the excellent work done by Mr. George Cates as teacher and conductor of the choir. Master Trevor Bray, as John Bull," played his part meritor- iously. Master Ivor Edwards, as "The Cheap Jack," was the humorous char- acter of the operetta. Other characters, all of whom were well acted, were: .Tack the Giant Killer. Willie Gough; The House that Jack Built, Arthur L. Lewis; Jack Sprat and his Wife, Tommy and Fanny Renfrey; Jack Tar, Tommy Griffiths: Jack Frost, Tommv George Twose; Jack Sweep, Harold Williams; Union Jack, Samuel Gubb; Jack Ass; Attendant, Benjamin Griffiths. Other items were: Action songs, HOur Bonny Boat" and "Ten Little Nigger Boys," by the Choir. Harp and pianoforte duett. Masters Rogers Thomas and Bertie Williams. Stocking Menders." A Laughing 'Song," and "A Crying Song," by the Choir. English. French. Belgian, and Russian National Anthems bv the Choir. Pianoforte solo, Master fertie Wil- liams. The accompanist was Mr. Her- bert Twose. The stewards, etc., were: Messrs. W. Weston. David Lloyd, Geo. Williams. Tom Phillips. M. L. Thomas, Dan Phillips, William Thomas, Thomas .Tones (Brvnhvfryd), Thomas Jones (Wordsworth Street), Hugh Webb, John Webb. James Webb. J. H. Blake. J. B. Shewell, Tom Morris, R. J. Griffiths. D. Jenkins, and Henry Davies. Represent- ing the Auxiliary Fund Committee were: Messrs. J. Herbert. David Thomas, and W. John. The secretaries were Messrs. David Jenkins and Richard Renfrey.

ABERCWMBOI. PRANCE WILLIAMS' Is. Sale now in full swing. Paris House is full of Is. Bargains BETHLEHEM. On Sunday morning the Rev. T. Lloyd Jones. B.A., B.D., Pencader. officiated at Bethlehem. The Rev. J. Bowen Davies, pastor, was at Soar. Mountain Ash. THE INTERMENT of little Terence, the youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Costello, took place at the Aberdare Cemetery on Saturday last. The Rev. Father Sutherland, Aberdare, officiated. The mourners were: Father; Messrs. Frank Cantwell and William Vaughan, uncles, and Willie James, cousin. BETHLEHEM. A competitive meet- ing was held on Monday at Bethlehem Hall. rr. Henry Williams presided. The adjudicators were: Music, lr. David Lewis Evans; literature, Mr. John Evans, John Street. Opening solo. Mr. D. L. Evans. Recitations were given by Mary Jane Morgan, and Meurig Wiliams. Solos were ren- dered bv Messrs. Richard Williams and Philip Rees. Awards: Children's solo, Dilys Davies and Annie Mary Jones, equal. Impromptu speech for boys, Ar- thur Eynon Davies. Answering questions in general knowledge, A. E. Davies and Richard Williams, equal. The boys of the Village Paftv (conductor, Mr. D. L. Evans) rendered selections. LECTURE. Alderman T. L. Davies, M.E., delivered an inspiring lecture to a crowded audience on Wednesday .even- ing at the Lesser Hall. The Rev. J. Bowen Davies occupied the chair. The lecturer, who took as his subject, "The War, the Jew, and the Bible," gave a very searching analysis of the Biblical prophecies, and produced some interest- ing data to prove that the dawn of a new age was at hand, that the reclama- tion of the Jewish race was about to be realised, and the Turk—the desolator of Palestine—was coming to an ignomin- ous end. "And none shall help him." The lecture was eagerly listened to and highly appreciated. On the motion of Mr. D. J Evans, and seconded by Ir. John Evans, a heavty vote of thanks was accorded the Alderman. A sub- stantial collection was made and handed over to Mrs. T. L. Davies, the energetic secretary of the movement, which is do- ing such noble work in equipping the Welsh troops with garments, etc. SOCIAL AND DANCE. On Thurs- day evening last at the Church Hall, Aberaman, a social and dance took place under the auspices of St. Peter's Church. The travholders were:—Mrs. Stanley and Mrs. Evans. Mrs. Horton and Miss Davies, Penrhiwceiber; Mrs. Phillips and Miss Brown, and Miss Jones. Cutters, Mrs. (Rev.) J. J. Simon, Mrs. Bailey, Mrs. Withers, Misses Lewis, Wilcox, and Wilmore. Ticket collectors. Messrs. Price, Withers, Bailey, and Williams. Refreshment stall. Miss Oueenie Temple and Miss Wilmore. Mr R. W. Roberts presided at the concert. The following contributed songs:—Messrs. Morgan and Lloyd, Misses and Mrs. A. Morgan. Duet, Mrs. A. Morgan and Mrs. Price. Action songs were given by the Church Band of Hope. The accompanists were Mrs. (Rev.) J. J. Simon and Mr. R. H. Trevor, Aber- aman church organist. The M.C.'s were Messrs. Will and Arthur Perry. The music was supplied by Messrs. Richard Powell, violinist; George Wil- liams, cornet, and Tom Williams, pian- ist. The Rev. J. J. Simon superintended, whilst Mr. W D. Williams had charge of the arrangements.

Aberdare Chamber of Trade. A special meeting of the Aberdare and District Chamber of Trade was held on Tuesday evening.—The new president, Mr. T.' W. Griffiths, occupied the chair, supported by Mr J. A. Lloyd (senior vice-president), Mr Tom Evans (junior vice-president), and Mr W. R. Jones (hon. secretary). Vote of Condolence.-The president referred to the death of Mr E. D. Lloyd, son of Mr and Mrs T. Lloyd, Commercial Street, and called upon Mr A. E. Harm- st-on to move a vote of condolence with the relatives.—Mr. Harmston remarked that they had all heard with great re- gret of the tragic death of Mr E. D. Lloyd, and he was sure the sympathy of all present would go out to Mr and Mrs. Lloyd and the other relatives. Although Mr E. D. Lloyd, died in a hospital in France, they all felt that he was on the field of action, working and fighting for his country. He moved a vote of condolence with the relatives.— Mr R. H. Miles, in seconding, observed that this was the first occasion on which they had to move a vote of sympatfiy with the relatives of one who had died or been killed in connection with the ter- rible conflict now gbing on on the Con- tinent.—The motion was carried, all the members rising to their feet. Employment for Children. — Mr. Gwyddenwy Evans read a paper on The Employment of Children," which was followed by a discussion. Members of the Aberdare Juvenile Employment Advisory Committee had been invited to the meeting, and Miss Cook, M.A. (headmistress of the Girls' County School), Mr. Frank Hodges, J.P., and Mr. J. H. Bruton, members of that committee, were present.—Mr. Gwydd- onwy Evans was asked to give a digest of his previous paper on "Child Em- ployment and the German Example," which he did.—Miss Cook asked Mr. Evans Whether he was in favour of chil- dren being kept in school after 14.—Mr. Evans: If a child, when 12 years of age, expresses a liking for some particular kind of work, the teacher should adapt the education of that child accordingly, from 12 to 14.—Miss Cook Then you want a special sort of school for children whose ages are from 12 to 14 P—Mr. Evans: No, but special classes in the school.—Mr C. R. Vicary remarked that the last person who should be consulted about employment was the boy himself. Naturally a boy at 12 would have but a very hazy idea of what he would like to become. Some time ago all the boys in the National School wanted to be per- sons, but later on they favoured jobs by which they could get a decent living without working so hard. (Laughter.) Working-class girls who lived in or near a large town longed to become actresses when the Pantomimes were on. Mr. Frank Hodges said that as one of the Junior Advisory Committee he was very pleased that the Chamber of Trade was taking this question up. The com- mittee had been at it now for nearly 12 months, and very little encourage- ment had been given their labours. It was very difficult to interest employers in the movement. If any member of the Chamber of Trade wanted a boy or girl as apprentices, etc., he would be very pleased if he would consult the Ad- visory Committee. There was a diffi- culty in this district in that the variety of employments was very limited, the collieries representing about 75 per cent. of occupations. Lots of boys wanted to be fitters, but there was no opening in that direction, except for a. very few. The committee took an interest in the children after the latter had been given employment.—Miss Cook said that in her school 98 per cent. of her girls had their intentions fixed on becoming ele- mentary teachers. Before they could open a commercial side to the school there must be a large demand for com- mercial subjects. Mr. J. H. Bruton agreed that there was not much choice of employment in Aberdare. Every endeavour should be made neverthless to help and encourage an intelligent lad to some avocation which was best adapted for him.—Mr. Bruton caused some amusement by accidentally refer- ring to the meeting as the Chamber of Horrors.—A general discussion followed in which Messrs. G. T. Jones, J. A. Lloyd, Emrys Evans, and Illtyd Wil- liams took part. A hearty vote of thanks, was accorded Miss Cook and the other delegates for attending. Tramway Extensions—Mr D. Llew- elyn Griffiths, Clerk to the Council, at the invitation of the Chamber, attended to speak on the proposed Tramway Ex- tensions. Mr. Griffiths did so at some length, and gave a very lucid explan- ation of the various proposals of the Council.—At the close of his address a number of questions was asked, which the Clerk of the Council answered to the satisfaction of all. Several members expressed themselves in cordial agree- ment with the whole Tramway Bill, and no opposition was raised to any of tne clauses.

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TRECYNON. ture SALE of Wallpaper, Furni- tUr,B 1 Jdiji Ironmongery at W. H. Jones', A Prm Trecynon, now on. att^,UlCiAL TEETH.-Mr. P. Rake tyaon ^r" Berry's (Hairdresser), Tre- I'atia eve.rJ Monday from 2 to 8 p.m. Bityt visired at own home, if desired, ttoii SEION. — The Rev. W. Mor- •M' Cu!er*' Preached at Bryn Seion T]ur,V^ijreh on Sunday last. reniai — On Monday last the lau(j-°f Miss Elizabeth Jane Row- l^av i;t Street, were interred at Wei.e e&thvaughan. The chief mourners Sous' rp e father; John and Morgan, Davin -K,ow^auds, nephew; William, D. Joshua, and Morgan Rowlands; unei alles, L Walters, and Rees Price, ftn4 s.; D Rowlands, Morgan, Gwilym, W,'c ac Rowlands; Trevor Davies, Walters, W. D. Walters, Evan cot(Si^l'SJ W. Thomas, and J. Griffiths, th.e t;s' Ihe officiating ministers were John Morgan, Bryn Seion; BetW u°dd Williams, D. Hughes, Vicarllla> aad J- LL Thomas, M.A., fec(J;, Aberpergwm. Wreaths were from: (1) The family; (2) aUiitr. anc' Mary' Ann, aunts; (3) <5) \r.; W Brvn Seion Sundav School; ^issAr P" A. John; (6) R. Parry; (7) Cou«i Jones and Miss M. Rees; (8) ^ecor,U Annie; (9) Mansel Thomas. The eio was a faithful member of Bryn age 11, and her untimely death at the large 30 years is deeply deplored by a e dumber of friends

GADLYS. ?I AL TEETH.-Mr. P. Rake eytelids ?\Ir. Berry's (Hairdresser), Tre- n' tvery Monday from 2 to 8 p.m. A\ei yisited at own home, if desired. ture ^^AL SALE of Wallpaper, Furni- I Ironmongery at W. H. Jones', I Street, Trecynon, now on. ilr^^TUARY. On Saturday week {WQ,i ar £ aret Jones, 47 Glan Road, ^ijaway at tlie age °f S3- She was member of Bethel Congrega- ting ^hurcl-^ She had resided in the ^K)k i use for 64 years. The interment ^ex-o iace on Wednesday at Ystradfellte. Vdi' J- Gruffydd, Bethel; D. Bassett, °flioi f' and Griffiths, Calfaria, of at the house, and the Rector chief s"'adfelite at the graveside. The •Jerw- mourners were:—Mr. and Mrs. Jonff11 Jones, Mr. and Mrs. David S'tr^r' a Mrs. Ben Lewis, Mrs. Harris, sons and daughters; Evan br0H th Rees and Griffith Rees, 0\v lers; Mr and Mrs. Lewis, Ty -Mr." and "Mrs. Mathias, sisters; J. V>apd Mrs. W. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. ^wic10?' *^rs- J- Jones, Mr. and Mrs. J°nes, Mr. and Mrs. W. Hopkins, ati(j ^t; Mr. Isaac Isaac, Cwmdare, ant} »amily; Mrs. Anne Harris' children Jent; s- B* Lewis' children; Messrs. Wivi=n, Rigby, Fred Lewis, Willie and a't • Howells, Aberaman; Mr. Evan t Robert Ellis and sons; Mr. *'ed t n?s> Mr. William Jones, Mrs. and Mrs. Sandercock. ^irin- AL. — On Friday last the H (\JfH the late Mrs.Lettice Thomas, the «°Ld Street, were laid to rest at ltev Aberdare Public Cemetery. The the Bassett, Gadlys, officiated at Jotte,^8e, and the Rev. J. Grawys c^aSp j at the graveside. De- stire Was born at Bridell, Pembroke- at pi 131 the year 1840, and was baptised lIli enezer by the Rev. Mr. Davies, Pastrf (father of the late Mr. Davies, ftiovp1*] Bethel, Abernant). Deceased Aberdare in the year 1862, (B.i n?3 a faithful member at Gadlys "urch np to the last. She was 74 °He rl a^e' and leaves a husband, rn0. ,au"hter and three sons. The chief l)av- were: Husband; Mr. and Mrs. Perkins, daughter; Mr David son; Mr. and Mrs. Richard 11ho»nas and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas rflir»^as' sons and daughters-in-law; T}j„r^as John Thomas, Mary Hannah aw Margaret Jane Thomas, Rich- thomas, Lettie Thomas, David I,hnr*!aB' William Thomas, Mary H. as' Blodwen Thomas, grand- Mr- an<l Mrs. Phillins and ^Jeiu. iHiP9' Trecynon; Mrs. Bunns, eawl Mr. Samuel Thomas, Porth- Messrs. J. R. Thomas, Tudor -^bfJ\Ce; George Thomas. Wind Street, t?; Jobn Williams, Pontar- f?. Tr; Henry Parry, Cwmdare; Mrs. T. dig^ Urnphreys, Sandbrooks Hotel, Car- ofe4-i • The bearers were six employees e Aberdare District Council.

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hostess for the excellent spread, and I the secretary seconded. Mrs. Thomas, the hostess, suitably returned thanks, and wished the party success.