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Explosion of Gas at Treorchy.|
Explosion of Gas at Treorchy. On Wednesday evening last, whilst Mr. J. Pryce was turning on the gas at the Jreorchy Schools, an explosion took place, by which the above-named was seriously burned about the head and hands. It aPpears that Mr. Pryce is, coaching a Party of boys fpr the forthcoming annual SuPper to the Ocean door-boys, and in- tended holding; a, practice at the schools the evening in question. He was in be act of turning the gas on at the' meter, and held a lighted match in one hand, yben suddenly those in the school heard a i>0Port, and saw a hurst of flame, and upon &oing forward to; the spot, found that Mr. fryce had been badly burned about the bead and hand. He was immediately ported by Messrs. Michael, H. T. f^aiis, and J. Devonald to the house of h's. Davies (printer), and medical assist- sought. Meanwhile Mrs. Davies at- tended to the injuries, and skillfully ap- plied ^l|eviating remedies, and upon the appearance of Dr. Armstrong, this treat- was continued. Naturally, Mr. ryce; suffered excruciating pain, and was pliable to slegp that night. He was de^ twined at Mrs- Davies's house for the fight. and kindly attended to by her and His friends. ('. "Pryce Bach," as he is affectionately hHed. is very popular in the nqjghbour- 1 °°d for his pleasant, affable and kind- parted disposition, and his misfortune is le source of numerous expressions of Apathy and hearty wishes for an early nd complete recovery. m
Ogmore Valley Notes.
Ogmore Valley Notes. II' On Sunday last, a, lively meeting of the employed at the Ocean Colliery x>as> held at' the Salvation Army Barracks, ^.antymoel. The question under discus- was a motion to withdraw from the ^tern district. A very heated dis- l^sion took place1. Finally it was decided r] two to remain in the it hid as at present. A regrettable c of the; meeting was the personal re1- a ^ination indulged in by a few of the y diexice. The view is freely expressed jJat the motion was but a method to re- }la°Ve the present' agent, but the suggestion never received any considerable sup- tli^e 110ost sincerely regret to announce d'e cleath of Miss Jennie; Griffiths. (N^ghter of Mr. William Griffiths, tailor, jC^mercial Street, Nantymoel, who eer last on Wednesday evening t the early age of 21 years. The de- ^fed was taken suddenly ill in the achool, where; she was one of Weekteaching staff, on Thursday of last lij • The cause of death was an V^ated stomach. It is difficult lo set iIV C°W type the feeling of sympathy of the relatives, and regret at the loss tL&Uch a popular young lady, aroused few^Shout • the district. Seldom, if buv t 8 there been such a general out- of °f mournful sympathy on the death in the valley. The whole dis- has watched anxiously the sick W for the bulletins, hoping against *° that the shadow of the death angel c°Usnl not visit the house. The greatest the f ti°n of the bereaved parents will be ^o\i!ac+' that they are not the sole the v^ers—The whole valley mourns beside ?h £ Rev; Howell Powell, of Pembroke delivered an address at Bethany aPelj Pricetown, on Wednesday l^hialf of tie British and Bible Society. The winter sessions of the Young People's Guild was opened at Hope Chapel, Pricetown. on Wednesday of last week. The programme; for the evening consisted of a, social gathering, with a light supper as a, climax. There was a good muster of members. The officers of the society are President. Rev. Thos. Price; vice-presi- dents, Messrs. R. John, W. Probert, G. Gardner, J. Williams, H. Folland; trea- surer, Mr. J. David; hon. see., Miss Maggie Roberts. The Nantyoel Temperance Union held their first meeting; at Gilead Chapel on Sunday evening last. Mr. Jacob Roberts occupied the chair. Speeches were de- livered by Rev. T. D. Mathias, Rev. D. Richards, and Rev. W. W. James, M.A. Mr. E. Edwards rendered one of his favourite solos.
Clydach Vale,
Clydach Vale, Rev. B. D. Johns (Periander) was recog- nised as pastor of Salem. Engiish Baptist Church, Tongwynlais, at services held this week.
Tylorstown.
Tylorstown. Chronic Bronchitis and Asthma. A WELSHMAN'S GRATEFUL TESTI- MONY TO VENO'S LIGHTNING COUGH TONIC. J. POOLE, 7, East Road, Tylorstown, writes, October 7th, 1901: -I hav suf- fered a long time from chronic bronchitis; I could not rest day or night. I had to stop in a chair before the fire all night on many occasions. I commenced to take Veno's Lightning Cough Cure, together with Veno's Seaweed Tonic, and in less than nine days I was able to go to work again. By the time I have taken another bottle I shall be all right again. ANOTHER TYLORSTOWN CASE. Mr. GRIFFITHS, 17, East Road, Queen's Square, Tylorstown, says —-I have been a martyr, to asthma, and bronchitis for the last two years, and have tried everything I can to get relief. I have also been under several doctors, with poor results. I have been taking Veno's Lightning Cough Cure and Veno's Seaweed Tonic for some time, and I have derived more relief from these medicines than from anything else. I have great pleasure in being able to testify to the great benefit I have received from them. VENO'S LIGHTNING COUGH CURE cures thai worst cases, of chronic coughs, bronchitis, asthmi, influenza, and whoop- ing cough. A scientific remedy endorsed by medical men; it has cured thousands after they had been turned out of hospitals. Price, Is. 11 d. and 2s. 9d. per bottle. Sold everywhere. 798
Llwynypia.
Llwynypia. A competitive meeting was held at Jerusalem vestry on Monday last, under the presidency of Mr. Thomas Thomas, Eleanor Street. Mr. Phillip VfJweUyn, Sherwood, adjudicated the musical por- tion; Mr. Morgan Jones, Court Street, undertook the literary section; and Mr. Tom Old accompanied on the piano. After the rendering of the opening: song by Mr. Morgan Jones, the following were adjudged the best of a, good entry —Alto solo, Miss M. J. Hickman; soprano solo, Miss Jane Lewis; essay on "Samuel," Mr. Owen Hughes, Primrose Street; violin solo, Mr. Arthur Jones; short speech, Mr. Ben Davies; tenor solo, Mr. Oliver Williams; 2nd, Mr. Owen Hughes; children's choir competition, Pan gilia'r niwl," Jerusalem choir, conducted by Miss Hannah Griffiths, Tonypandy recitation, Mr. David Evans mouth organ solo, Mr. James Griffiths bass solo, Mr. J. Davies; chief choral competition, Ebeneezr "-two entries, best, Sherwood Choir, conducted by Mr. Tom Jones. Mr. D. P. George undertook the secretarial duties, and Mr. lago Jones was treasurer. A shocking accident occurred on the Fair Grounds, De Winton Field. Tony- pandy, on Monday evening. It appears that a young; lad named Gilbert, Watkins, 15 years of age, living with his brother at 26, Glamorgan Terrace, and who has only been in this locality two months, was swinging in one of the boats, when his cap fell off. After he got out he proceeded to obtain his cap, which had fallen under another boat, and at once dived under the boat, after it, forgetful of the fact, that the swing was in motion, and consequently when the; boat descended it caught him on the head, inflicting frightful injuries. He was ati once medically attended, but all efforts; to save his young life proved futile, and he expired the same evening.
Dinas.
Dinas. Harvest thanksgiving services were held at the; Dinas Mission Church on Sunday and Monday, the: preacher on all the oc- casions being the vicar,
Mardy.
Mardy. The Mardy choir were successful in wresting the first prize in the chief choral competition held at, Zion C.M. Chapel, Pontygwaith, on Monday last. On Tuesday, John Joshua,, James Street, Mardy, was fatally injured by a, number of trams passing over him, thereby sus- taining injuries, to which he succumbed a short time afterwards. The deceased, who was well known locally, was a, brother to the Revs. Frank, Caleb, and Seth Joshua,, of Forward Movement. notoriety. Another curious accident is also reported from Mardy. Whilst, a, painter,* named James, was pursuing his employment on a ladder, a running dog came into violent collision with the ladder, thereby causing it. with its occupant, to fall. The poor fellow was carried away unconscious. The accident happened in Peutre Road. On Thursday evening the opening of the Temperance billiard' rooms came; off. The occasion was made one of an exhibition match between Arthur Llewellyn, of Car- diff, the well known champion, and David Connelly, Mardy, the local champion. A splendid game ensued, resulting in an easy win for Connelly, the figures standing thus:—Llewellyn, 785; Connelly, 1,000. The game was a thousand up, Llewellyn conceding Connelly 50D. The; largest break was made by Llewellyn, 55; Con- nelly's best I.eing 29. His play, however, was very consistent. The new hall, with it,s magnificent fittings and tables, was crowded ,and we anticipate, plentiful and splendid patronage for the proprietor, Mr. T. Dudson.
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Miners' Meetings at Ogmore…
Miners' Meetings at Ogmore Valley. During last week an interesting series of miners' meetings were held in the Og- more Valley. On Wednesday night, and Thursday mornir the: meetings were at the. Workmen's Hall, Tynewydd. On Thursday night, and Friday morning, the place of meeting was the Salvation Army. Barracks, Nantymoel. The speakers were Mr. Thomas Richards, secretary of the South Wales Miners' Federation, and Mr. Morgans, sub-agent, of the; western dis- trict. Speaking on Thursday night, Mr. Thos. Richards said the miners of South Wales and Monmouthshire, before the disastrous strike of 1898, were like sheep in a field with the leaders as shepherds standing; at the corners and g ate, and each one endeavouring to persuade the sheep to graze in his particular plot. But even sheep by instinct appear to know that in unity there is strength, so always crowd together when threatened with danger. The miners had done: the same thing. The strike was nob brought about by the Sliding Scale, the question of a minimum w.-ro. or dissentions; among the leaders, but through the utter helplessness of the; miners: of South Wales to defend themselves. The masters recognised their weakness, and determined to enforce their own terms. Such a, state of affairs must not be allowed in the future. In the future wages must govern prices—not prices govern wages. (Cheers.) The policy of the Federation was to fix upon standard prices a, minimum below which they must not, go. (Cheers.) At the termination of the present agree- ment they intended to become part and parcel of the Miners' Federation of Great Britain (Applause.) The executive council of the Federation had to move very carefully and slowly in view of the decision of the Lords in the Taff Vale dis- pute. Any orders must come from the Sliding Scale Committee. If they received notice at an early date—he did not say they would, but it, may become necessary to take action with a, view to keep the wages up—the notice would come from the the Sliding Scale Committee. The Com- pensation Act, although passed by a, Tory Government, was the most beneficial Act ever placed upon the statute books of this or any other country. Even under these circumstances certain sections of the work- men were foolish enough to pay a weekly fee for a, smaller compensation than what the Government offered free. The Eight Hours Bill he hoped to see soon become law. With regard to Parliamentary re- presentation, it was highly desirable that they should send proper representatives to the Commons, not keeping the government of the country in the hands of the moneyed men. What they wanted was Federation members, not Liberals, Tories, Socialists, etc., but plain Federation members. They believed all should contribute Is. per year to a special Parliamentary Fund. The workmen were the source of all the wealth of the country, so should benefit accord- ingly.—Mr. Morgan spoke at considerable length in the vernacular. Mr. Geo. Narbeth occupied the; chair. The meeting dosed with the: usual votes of thanks.
Bazaar at Ystrad-Rhondda.
Bazaar at Ystrad-Rhondda. Under the auspices of St. Stephen's Church, Ystrad-Rhondda, a grand sale of work was held on Monday afternoon and evening in the Mission Room connected with the church. The decorations of the commodious room were unusually pretty, the walls being draped in soft red and yellow, and garlands overhead, from which were suspended patriotic emblems and Japanese lanterns, etc. The young people began to, arrive promptly, and all expressed their delight at the charming decorations, reflecting the greatest credit upon the gratuitous services of Mr. Abel .a Evans, Cambrian House, who was assisted by Mr. W. Lewis, of Messrs. Thomas, Ltd. The stalls were: entirely in keeping with the occasion, and were all of remarkably good value, and the right people were there to sell. The; fancy stalls, with their trails of variety articles, were: most at- tractive, and looked charming in their coloured drapery. The one end of the room made an excellent refreshment stall, and was in charge of Mrs. Watkins, Bryn Terrace; Mrs. Evan Parry, Partridge Road, and Mrs. Vokes, Ystrad-Rhondda. The fancy stalls were' presided over by Mrs. Henry James, Church Cottage; Mrs. Dr. Phillips, and Mrs. Boyer, Ystrad- Rhondda Miss Lewis Vicarage, Pentre; Miss Kelsie Westcot, Partridge Road Mrs. D. Rees, chemist; Mrs:. John Wilks, and Mr. Albert Wilks; Miss May trad-Rhondda the bran tub being pre- sided over by Miss Maggie Fudge. There were also included a number of willing helpers in the "fleecing" line of business, and those who would not part with their superfluous cash willingly, found it doubt- less hard to resist the fascinating appeals of the young ladies. Many of the young people were ready and eager for fun and frolic of some kind, and to this they were indebted to Mr. Tom Thomas (the choir leader), in providing them with plenty of food for laughter as the Showman," to- gether with Mr. Jabez Edwards as the "Battery" supervisor. The bazaar was opened by Mrs. Edwards, Bryn- mafonydd, Ton, after which the Rev. Precentor Lewis addressed the assembly. At the present juncture money is urgently needed to successfully carryon the work of reducing the old debt of C250 on the Mission Room building fund. The Rev. Mr. James and his corps of active workers are determined to make strenuous endea- vours to meet; pressing needs. It is anticipated the financial result of the evening's proceedings will amount to up- wards of E40, which speaks well for their united efforts; put forward. Amongst those who patronised the bazaar were: Mrs. Edwards, Ton; Mrs. Pritchard, Ton; Miss Daviesi,. Caerphilly Miss Thomas, Caerphilly; and Mrsl. Thompson, Caer- philly Mrs. Williams, Partridge Hotel Miss Evans, Pontrbondda, Llwynvpia Miss Evans, (Cookery Instructress), Tony- pandy; Revs. J. Raymond and Beynon, Ton, etc. The bazaar committee, of which the Rev. Mr. James supervised, Mr. Jabez Edwards and Mr. John Wilkes were trea- surer and secretary respectively, desire to return thanks to the numerous friends who have been good enough to render valuable assistance by contributing goods for sale, and subscriptions for the bazaar. Amongst the. contributors we are desired to acknow- ledge E2 from the Misses Crawley, of Hemstead, Gloucestershire, through Mrs. Watkins, Bryn Terrace, and a cheque of JE4 from Mrs. Churchill, Tivton Ctourt.
GWEN.
GWEN. Wen ddinam! aer boddineb—neu wanwyn Hoenus ar y wyneb Yn heuldes i anwyldeb Na ry'n wir wg sur i neb. Myfr Hefin.
Grand Concert at Clydach Vale.
Grand Concert at Clydach Vale. Rarely have the music-loving people of Clydach Vale had a better opportunity of listening to a better all-round concert than that which was given on Tuesday evening at the Bla,enclydach Hall, under the auspices of St. Thomas's Church. The hall was comfortably filled by a very ap- preciative and enthusiastic: audience. The proceeds are to be devoted to form a gym- nasium for the young people during the winter evenings. The chairman was Mr. Leonard Llewelyn. The first item on the programme was a planofoi4te, solo, The Joyous Lays," by Miss Kate Evans, after which Mr. Hanbury gave a render- ing of Who; treads the path of duty." Next came Mr. James John, Clydach Vale, and he selected Mr. T. D. Edwards's "Hen iaith fy mam." A finE" reception was accorded Miss Johnson, R.A.M., in "The Japanese Love Song." The audience un- doubtedly expected a treat, and in this they were not disappointed, for her ren- dering was excellent, the audience demand- ing an eiicore,, to which she responded. Mr. David Thomas sang Only once more," which was well received. Miss May Jones, Treherbert, gave Bianca" with much effect, as was also: the rendering of "For all eternity by Miss Morris, Clydach Vale. The; duet. Tell me, gentle stranger," rendered by Miss Beatrice Johnson and Mr. David Thomas, pleased everyone; immensely, and will be remem- bered with pleasure. Miss Johnson showed that she owns a remarkable: talent as, a songstress, and she displayed it, with won- derful force. This again was encored and responded to. Mr. Jack Thomas, Llwyn- ypia., Road, came; forward with his amusing, deviating comic songs. The song selected gave the singer every opportunity to' show his powers as a comedian," and he cer- tainly made every use of his opportunities, and was enthusiastically applauded. Space will not admit enumerating the items ren- dered in the second part of the programme, and the responses to, the repeated encores, but cne would like to mention the excellent contribution of the duet, "The Venetian Boat Song," rendered so exquisitely by Miss Johnson and Miss May Jones, and the duet by Mr. James John and Mr. Thomas, and the comic songs by Mr. Thomas, which fairly brought down the house. Thoi usual vote of thanks were passed to the chairman and artistes by the Vicar, Rev. Mr. Elvans, Rev. Mr. Gurney, and Dr. Morgan. The entertain- ment concluded with the singing of "God Save the King." The accompanists for the evening were Mr. Alfred Williams (generally), Miss Johnson for Miss May Jones, and Miss Ellen Thomas for Mr. Jack Thomas Amongst those present were:—Mrs. Llewellyn, Llwyn Onn, and friend; Mrs. Evans. Vicarage; Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Morgan, Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Evans, Mr. and Mrs. Coombe. Mr. and Mrs. Bound, Mr. and Mrs. David, manager; Mrs. and Miss Mason, Mrs. Davies, New Inn; Miss Evans, Bush; Miss Lewis, Schools; the Misses Thomas, and Miss Fisher, Llwynypia; Mrs. Davies, draper, etc.
Theatre Royal, Tonypandy.
Theatre Royal, Tonypandy. The thrilling domestic drama, The Way of the World," a tale of circus life. was this week produced for the first time a.t the Theatre Royal, Tonypandy, by Mr. G. Howard Watson's company. The audience, a good one in point of numbers, was reserved, without being frigid, and appeared to maintain an attitude of in- cessant watchfulness for any breach of the proprieties. When, however, as the play approached conclusion, and it became evident that the playwright though, dealing, with delicate situations, introduced no incidents of an objectional character, the house threw off its reserve, and became prodigal of its applause to one of the most amusing bands of artistes that has been seen in Tonypandy for a long time. Where all did so well it is no easy task to make selections. "THE BELL RINGER." Mr. Frederick Annerley's company will appear next week at the Theatre Royal in the sensational domestic drama, The Bell Ringer," which will be placed before the Mid-Rhondda public for the first time.
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Porth Town Hall. In accordance with Messrs. Poole's usual system of never performing unless every- thing is in proper order, the manager, Mr. Pryce, did not allow the performance on Monday night of Mr. Harry Bruce's thril- ling military drama, The Two Hussars," on account of the late: arrival of the T.V.R. trucks with the scenery for staging the play. During the week the play has been a. glorious success, the hall being crowded. The play consists of a tale of the Crimea, and includes an excellent re- presentation of the battle of Balaclava. The artistes were all up to the mark, and did their work creditably. Poole's orches- tral band, under the leadership of Mr. Edwards, filled in the musical part of the performance. "IN LONDON TOWN." Messrs. Hardie and Lawson's selected No. 1 Company will for the first three nights of next week appear at the Town Hall, Porth, in the celebrated drama, by G. R. Sims and Arthur Shirley, In Lon- don Town," and will for the remaining three nights proceed to the Tudor Hall, Ferndale.
GRAVE-FINDING WITH AN EGG.
GRAVE-FINDING WITH AN EGG. The Miau-tsze, a little-known tribe in Asia, are very superstitious about death, and will not bury a man until they have first tested the ground with an egg. This operation is very curious. While the body is being prepared for burial a number of Miau-tsze, including the male relatives of the deceased, go out to the appointed spot, bearing a large basket of eggs. Stooping down, one of the natives lets an egg drop softly on the ground. If it breaks it is considered an ill omen, and another spot is selected. In this way the party wander about for hours, breaking eggs over the ground, until they finally strike a place where the shell does not crack.
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» On being- asked whether lie would go to the funeral of a man whom he very much disliked, a cynic once replied: "No, I shall not attend; but I quite approve of it." Cobwigger: "What did your wife say when you told her she'd spoilt the bread?" Young- husband: "Told me to never mind, that she would make a broad pudding of it for the next day." "Your blank verse——" the editor. "Blank verse," the poet interrupted. "Why do you call it blank verse when it- "Because it's against my principles to use a stronger term." In a Liverpool Board school lately a number of scholars were asked to explain the meaning of the term "righteous indignation." One little ohap replied: Being angry without cussing
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Colonel Wyndham Quin, M.P.…
Colonel Wyndham Quin, M.P. at Penygraig. A crowded meeting was held at the Penygraig Board Schools 011 Monday even- ing, the principal speaker being Colonel Wyndham-Quin, D.S.O., M.P., with Dr. Naunton Davies, J,P., Grovefield, in the chair. A resolution was moved by ex- Sergeant Jones welcoming the colonel on his safe return home from the front, and congratulating him on his return to Parlia- ment. This resolution was ably seconded by ex-Alderman Moses Moses. Penygraig. and carried with great enthusiasm. Col. Wyndham-Quin paid a warm tribute to the late; Alderman Waiter Morgan, who was a, gentleman they could all admire. He had raised himself by his own exertions to a. high position in the country, and he was sure ail sympathised with Mrs. Morgan and the> family in their sad bereavement. (Hear, hear.) Dealing with the South African question, the speaker said it was necessary to' practice the patleilee, and re- solution for which the British had been distinguished since the war commenced. Happily, the great majority of our country- men were determined to see it through once and for all, and it was finally decided that Briton, not Boer, should reign in South Africa Since the fatal Majuba Hill, when Mr. Gladstone gave in to the Boers, there had been a great determina- tion to expel all British from South Africa. This they tried to do. but failed and it had been a part of his duty to prevent them from doing so. (Cheers.) If this had not been done, the Empire at large would have been affected. (Applause.) It was said that the Government had under- taken this war at the instigation of a, few capitalists. Nothing more absurd could be alleged, and there was no doubt that the greater part of the investments in South Africa were held by small people, to whom it meant ruin. After the war was over. and the, Boers had given in, he be- lieved that when the Boers were given a broad and popular government, they would undoubtedly prove a loyal natioll towards their King and country the same as Australia and Canada, have done. (Loud cheers.) After touching several points on the question of the redistribution of seats, the honourable and ever welcome Colonel thanked Penygraig, Dinas, and other districts for having done their part in again returning him to represent them in Parliament whilst he was away from the country. (Prolonged cheers.)' Dr. T. R. Llewellyn proposed a vote of thanks to the gallant Colonel for the able address. Mr. Ben Williams seconded.
Presentation Meeting at .Llwynypia.
Presentation Meeting at Llwynypia. + A meeting was convened at the Salem Chapel, Llwynypia,, on Thursday even- ing, under the presidency of the Rev. T. G. Jenkyn, for the purpose of presenting Mrs. Jenny Jones with an elegant marble timepiece and Bible, upon the occasion of her departure to Dowlais. Messrs. Win. Davies, Inverleith, and Dd. Jones, A.O. treasurer and recretary respectively of the above place of worship, who have ren- dered priceless service to the church, were also presented with two valuable walking sticks, and their worthy "better halves" were the recipients of two pair of gold- rimmed spectacles. The fact that such a large number were present is a glowing tribute to the! popularity of the deserving recipients. On beliailf of the church, Mrs. Dan Evans, Brynderwen, in a very fitting and appropriate address, made the first presentation. Messrs. H. Hughes, T. Ayton Jones, Wm. Howells, and Win. Lewis presented the remainder. The various parties having responded, fervent addresses were delivered by Messrs, H. Hughes, J. Morris, Wm. Lewis, T. Ayton Jones, and T. Davies. T'realaw. Then Miss. Edith A. Richards and Mrs. Richards gave short addresses, and which made it one of the happiest meetings in the history of the church. Mr. Morris Davies recited the following verses, the composition of Mr. Thomas Davies, Clydach Vale: Mae troion eglwys Salem yn hollol fel ei hun Yn dyfod yn eu hamser, a doeth a da bob un; A dyma y diweddaf, rhoi llawffon i'r hen sant, Tra'i anwyl wraig ag yntau ar ben ei haner cant. 'Nol teithio gyda'u gilydd am haner canrif faith, Maent eto'n dal yn iraidd, a ffyddlon gyda'u gwaith; A swn y ffon sy'n tori yn fiwsig ar eu clyw, Yn sicrwydd fod teimladau yr eglwys eto'n fyw. Nid yw ond arwydd fechan o'n dymuniadau ni, A dim ond megys defnyn o'r parch deil- yngwch chwi; Ond mae'n gyfieithiad cywir 0 deimlad bron, Ac hawdd i'r dall ei darllen ond iddo deimlo'r ffon. Mae'r anwyl Wm. Davies yn awr yn myn'd yn hen, Mae delw pedwar ugain yn alwmg yn ei wen A blin a garw iddo yw llwybrau ddaear hon, Ond hawddach fydd eu teithio, 'rol cael cynorthwy'r ffon. Mr. Thomas Davies. Chandlery paid his compliments! in verse to Mrs. Jenny Jones Dyma, un 0 ferched Salem Wedi byw ei goreu glan, Er hwylusi teyrnas Iesu, Trwy ei gair a thrwy ei chan. Wedi cadw ei chymeriad Fel yr eira ar y bryn, Teilwng; ydyw o'i chydnabod Filwaith fwy na'r anrheg hyn. Bydded iddi eto'i bara Mewn ffyddlondeb fel o'r bla,en; Yn ei theulu'n dywysoges, Yu ei rhodiad heb un staen; Byw yn hir heb ddim i'w blino 0 dan riniau nefol wlith, Hyd nes cyrhaedd gwlad na chlywir Ergyd awrlais yno byth.
Obituary.
Obituary. Mr. W. RICHARDS, PENTRE. The remains of the late Mr. W. Richards, Pentre, a representative of the South Wales Daily News in the Rhon- dda Valleys for fourteen years, were in- terred on Thursday afternoon in the Lledrddu Cemetery. Trealaw. The de- ceased, who was 44 years of age, was one of the best known figures in the Valleys. At the house the Rev. W. Lewis, rural dean and vicar of Ystradyfodwg, read a portion of scripture and offered prayer, and the coffin was borne to the shellibier by some of the departed pressman's late colleagues. The mourners were Mr. Tom Richards (brother) and Mrs. Richards, and son and daughter, and Mr. J. T. Richards (cousin), solicitor, Cardiff, A telegram was received from Mr. T. P. Jenkins. J.P., who was presiding at the Porth Police Court, stating that im- portant cases in court prevented Dr. Parry, J.P.. and himself attending. Those present included the Rev. D. Walters (Cong.). and J. Raymond (curate), Mr. and Mrs. Hazel. Senghenydd Coun- collors D. W. Jones, solicitor, and E. T. Davies; Messrs. Joseph Williams. Prudential superintendent; O. Williams. postmaster; Ll. Jones. B.Sc.. Higher Grade School; J. T. Williams. Ynysybwl; J. Griffiths, Foundry; D. Thomas. Craw- shay Villa; W. Evans. Liberal agent Mrs. Morgan. Stag Hotel and Mrs. Davies, widow of the late Mr. Daniel Davies, lDe owner of the Rhondda Gazette." with which the deceased com- menced his journalistic career. Treorchy. A brief service in Welsh was conducted by the vicar in the chapel, where the hymn, "Yn y dyfroedd mawr a'r tonau," was sung. and at the graveside. MR. W. P. PHILLIPS, TREORCHY. On Wednesday last week the death took place at Maesyffrwd Terrace, after months of illness, of the above-named gentleman. He was a grocer by trade, and had been in Treorchy for a period of about four years, having previously been in business in Monmouthshire. He was a brother of Mr. E. R. Phillips (Tea Shop), Treorchy. The funeral took place on Monday last, leaving by the first, train from Treherbert for Clynderwen, Pemb., where the interment took place.
Smoking Concerts at Penygraig.
Smoking Concerts at Penygraig. At the Turberville Arms. Penygraig. on Thursday, a, smoking concert was held for the benefit of Private Wm. Morgan, who has just been invalided home from the front. Mr. Jones, Penygraig, occupied the chair, the accompanist being Mr. Steve Morris. To the excellent musical pro- graiiimei the following contributed Messrs. Morgan Moses. W. C. Edwards. Llew. Edwards, John Watkins. Tudor Owen- ,Thos. Davies. ex-sergeant Jones. Perkins. W. O'Brien, Tom Lewis, W. J. Evans, G. Lewis, and Nicholas. Another smoker was held at the Butchers' Arms. Penygraig. on Monday evening, with the same object. Mr. Hy Griffiths presided, and Mr. Steve Morris accompanied. Col. Wyndham-Quin. M.P.. attended the smoker during the course of the evening, and congratulated Private Morgan upon his safe return, and the hearty reception he had received. The artistes were :.—Messrs. R. C. Edwards. Llew. Edwards. Morgan Moses. Richards, Tudor Owen. Lucas, Tudor Howells. and Harry Shephard, and the Llwynypia Drum and Fife Band. Votes of thanks were accorded to Col. and Lady Wyndham-Quin, the host and hostess, and to the secretarv. Mr. Joe Lewis. It is expected that as a result of the series of three concerts the committee will be able to hand over to Private Morgan a, substantial sum.
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being done. He felt great sympathy with the applicant, but must give judgment for the respondent. The fact that this Penrhyn strike is not a. fight Strike. for shorter hours or higher wages, but dimply for the principle that, the Penrhyn Workmen should be allowed to approach Lord Penrhyn through a representative, cannot be repeated too often. Because I this one man, lord of many acres and the quarries, will not consent to a. plan uni- I versally accepted in the industrial facts of Present days, there are 15,000 men, women and children hungry and living entirely upon the sympathy of the people. We hop2 that these brave soldiers of a right- Cous principle will not be forgotten in the Rhondda. The visit of the Male Penrhyn Choir was hospitably conducted and enter- tained, and the coffers of the funds grate- fully replenished- In London this week the same choir has met with the warmest of receptions; and the fine singing of the Penrhynites was only exceeded by the s. d. sympathy of the crowds that gathered to bear them. We understand that the Ladies' Penrhyn Choir are about to visit, the valley for the same purpose. Details will be made known in a few days, and we trust that the Rhondda. will not be behind in its welcome. It is certainly Natural to expect that the fight, of the Penrhyn people is a fight, that should be, Warmly assisted by working men all over the world. If the miners had no Mabon, Brace, Ben Davies, and others, and that the miners could have no access to em- ployers; but in the old way ,we think that the peace of the Rhondda would be very short-lived indeed. Let the collier imagine it were possible, for him to be told one "loriling next week that the masters had decided that they would lock out the col liers, if they insisted in keeping in their Pay the agents, which conducted all negotiations at, the present time What would be said? What would ^happen? Dowlais furnaces would not blaze more than the fiery, outraged miner. If, then, such would reasonably be anticipated, it possible to get the workers who enjoy the representative principle to 'sympathise and that in a practical way with his brave comrades of Penrhyn. When the Ladies' Choir comes to the Rhondda, let it be shown that they have come where their ^§ht is understood and appreciated. As far as Lord Penrhyn is concerned, lie will have to be left to stupidity obviously he Is out, of touch with the times. Mr. P. S. Anger, writing recently to- the Lon- don Times," said the more labour com- bines, and thereby provides reliable authorities and agencies for employers to deal and settle transactions with, the I'lore is business facilitated. So, long as the unions confine their operations to see- *ng that labour gets its full market value tor honest work and promoting; co-operar t'on among workmen for social improve- ment and personal well-being, they will be a'l-powerful for good to the working orders and the advancement of trade, and win the Universal support and confidence of all Masses.