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Concert by the Tonypandy and District Harmonic Society. A grand concert was held at Jerusalem Chapel on Thursday last by the Tonypandy and District Harmonic Society, under the conduct orship of Mr. David Evans, pre- vious to their appearance in competition at Carnarvon National Eisteddfod. Several members of the choir rendered solos during the evening. The spacious chapel, which was kindly lent for the occasion, was com- fortably filled with an appreciative audi- ence, presided over by Dr. T. L. Morgan, C'lydach Vale. The concert opened in grand style with Emlyn Evans' test chorus at Carnarvon, Arise, all-Potent Ruler." The rendering was majestic throughout, and the various characters were well brought forth, whil.st the balance of parts was remarkably good, and the precision was splendid. This was followed by a baritone rendering in fine style of the Bedouin Love Song" by Mr. Robert Morgan, late of Tonypandy, and now of the Carl Rosa Opera Corn- puny. Miss M. W. Parry next sang Nan t y Mynydd (W. Da vies), followed by Mrs. Foster-Jones (sister of the eminent baritone, Mr. Ivor Foster), with an artistic rendering of Henry's Guiding ,Light," and Miss Blodwen Griffiths with Love the Pedlar." Mr. Gwynlais Jones then gave a spirited rendering of Handel's The Enemy said," which deiiiajicted the encore song, "Mae 'nghalon ar dori." A little more perseverance on his part ought to place this promising tenor in the front rank of vocalists. A relief in the pro- ceedings was a violin solo by Miss Ethel Maud Lloyd (daughter of Mr. David Lloyd, pianist of the concert), whose ren- dering of Verdi's "La Traviata," and, encore piece, Moto Perpetuo," by Bohin, I was a creait to one so young. Pier tech- j nitjue and style was excellent in every respect, and bestows much credit on her teacher, Miss EIlaine Griffin, Cardiff. Mr. D. J. Roberts, bandmaster of the Lhvyny- pia Flute Band, need.s no introduction. His playing on the flute of German's Romance in B flat showed his perfect mastery of the instrument. This was fol- lowed by Miss Florrie Jones, with Hughes' Wings of Heaven." Then came forward the choir with a descriptive ren- dering of the other test piece at Car- nal von, Cwsg, fy maban, cwsg," by W. M. Roberts. The light and shade in the first part of the glee was beautifully observed, and the storm passage in the second part was quite inspiring. The quality of the voices was shewn to advan- tage, and bestowed much credit on their conductor. Mr. E. T. Davies, F.R.C.O., the popular organist from Merthyr, opened the second part of the concert with an artistic rendering of "Andante in G" on the- massive organ, which was vociferously, cheered, wlien he responded with The Lost Chord." This was followed by "Wagner's chorus, bright abode." i L for which the choir obtained the prize at Caerphilly last Whit-Monday, and con- I sidering the small number of the choir (barely 80), the Tendering was marvellous. The singing of Mr. Lodwig Evans of Adams' Babylon," with organ and piano- forte accompaniment, was much appre- ciated. So was Miss M. H, Lewis with her singing of Grieve not," Spring is came," and an encore song, For all Eternity." This young singer possesses a soprano voice of rare quality, and with careful training ought to become an artiste of note. Miss Lewis was evidently one of the singers whom Dr. Morgan, the chairman, had in his mind's eye when eulogising the artistes whom he pro- phecied would obtain distinction in the musical world, and whom he was pre- pared to assist to obtain a collegiate training. Miss Lizzie Davies then sang Grey's "The Heavenly Song," and was followed by Mr. David Griffiths and Miss May Wheadon, who sang respectively Slater's "Nancy waits for Jack," and Liddle's Abide with Me." Votes of thanks to the genial chairman, the chapel authorities, &c., followed by a repetition of "Cwsg" by the choir, brought a very enjoyable concert to a close. Mr. David Lloyd accompanied throughout in his usual inimitable style. Mr. Dan R. Mor- gan, the organising secretary, did his part well also. The choir hitherto in its several competitions is unbeaten, and we predict that with such beautiful voices and ahle, conductor, the honours at Car- narvon will again be showered upon the Tonypandy and District Harmonic Society.

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Porth Cottage Hospital Carnival and Sports. A Huge Success. Porth wore its sweetest smile on Wed- nesday last on the occasion of the holding of the first of what is intended to be an annual carnival and sports in connection with the Porth Cottage Hospital. The day was delightfully fine, and the enthu- siasm displayed, and the unqualified suc- cess of the venture, were fitting climaxes to the exertions of a thoroughly repre- sentative and hard-working local commit- tee. At the outset, it appeared as if the affair would have to be piloted chiefly by the working class element—several of the more direct representatives of Labour, in the persons of Councillor D. Watts Mor- gan, Messrs. John Hughes and John Rogers, checkweighers, Cymmer Col- of I lieries Messrs. Harry Luxton and W. Davies, checkweighers, Lewis-Merthyr Collieries Messrs. W. J. Walters and John James, Standard Collieries; Mr. Cooke, Upper Cymmer Colliery; Mr. William Morgan, No. 2 Level, Cymmer; and Mr. Albert Germaine, House Coal Pit,, Ynyshir, being, members of the com- mittee. Representations were, however, made to the Chamber of Trade to co- operate with the committee in the move- ment, and as a result not only did the new corporate body appoint representa- tives to act on the Fete Committee, but a resolution was also adopted by which the tradespeople of the district were in- I' vited to decorate their premises on the day of the carnival. The Chamber's wish in this respect was carried out to the letter. Hannah Street was one mass of bunting, and particularly striking; were the handsome decorations which em- blazoned the premises of Messrs. Thomas and Evans. The manner in which the premises of Messrs. Davies Cousins and Smith-Davies, together with the Llwyn- celyn Hotel and the Cymmer Workmen's Club and Institute, was decorated, was also a, feature for much admiration. Ynyshir people also responded well, the prize for the best decorated shop being awarded to an Ynyshir firm in the persons of Messrs. Davies Bros., gents' mercers. It would not be uninteresting at this stage to state the reasons for the holding of what turned out to be one of the finest spectacular treats ever witnessed in the district. The Porth Cottage Hospital has bene- fited materially within recent years at the hands of Mr. John Studt, who during his annual stay at Porth would devote one whole day's takings towards the funds of the Hospital. For some reason or other, negotiations this year proved abortive. The committee were, however, determined in their intention that the local institu- tion should not suffer, and various ways and means of raising funds were subse- quently discussed. Hence the carnival and sports, and although in its initial stage, one is not drawing too much on his imagination when it is stated that no movement has ever been promoted in the district which has achieved such a pro- nounced success. At the start of the carnival procession, what with the immense crowd present, it was somewhat difficult to arrange the various exhibits in proper order, but it was not long before everything assumed perfect regularity and me whole of the arrangements fell in smoothingly. The procession, headed by the Cymmer Colliery Brass Band and the Ynyshir Brass Band, under the conduc- torships respectively of Mr. George F. Martyn and Mr. J. R. Murray, then wended its way from Porth Square via Pontypridd Road to Britannia; and back through North Road to Station Hotel, Ynyshir, returning; via South Street to Cymmer, Glynfach Road, Imperial Hotel and Hannah Street to the Square. Col- lections were made en route, and although these were not intended to reach persons employed at the collieries.—tickets for the sports having already been sold at the works—the response was a thoroughly liberal one. One collecting box contained a cheque for five pounds, which was given by Mr. Sam Eastment, greengrocer, Ynys- hir. Some of the more comical exhibits created roars of laughter en route. Mrs. Clayton-Potts, the popular matron of the Hospital, personated The Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe." She had a score of lively kiddies" in a car, and whilst Mr. Tom Davies, the secretary of the Hospital, held out the brothless spoon, Mrs. Potts demonstrated the concluding lines of the well-known nursery bogie rhyme, She whipped them all soundly and sent them to bed." Very original and realistic, too, were the personations of Councillor W. T. Davies and Miss Davies, Cymmer, as 'Arry and 'Arriet." The local Councillor's rig out" was of the typical coster type, whilst he did not fail to cause endless amusement by his attention to his clap pipe, and from which he appeared to find consolation in true 'Arry-like fashion. Messrs. Rees and Lloyd, Penygraig, as Nurse' and Babe, were also exceedingly funny. The babe, with a huge sucking bottle, the contents of which he persistently sucked, created much amusement. As" Dame Wales," Mr. Evans, Trehafod Hotel, was also good. In the best trade advertisement, Messrs. 'I nomas and Evans' Hop Bitters Bottle, nine feet high, was certainly unique. Messrs. Davies Cousins' turn-out is also worthy of comment. The sports, which were held on the Oaemawr Fields, were well attended, and it is' estimated that there were close upon 7,000 people on the field. The judges were: Building decorations, Mrs. W. T. Davies, Bryn- bedw, Mrs. R. Farr, and Mrs. D. M. Jones, Gladstone House; carnival, Mr. Robert Farr, contractor, Mr. J. Thomp- son, Washington Temperance Hotel, and Mrs. Smith-Davies; sports, Councillor D. Watts Morgan, Mr. E. S. Williams, M.E., Cymmer Collieries, Mr. D. W. Davies, T-P., Tonypandy, and Mr. J. D. Williams, J-P., Trealaw: sports: starter, Mr. Joshua E. Williams, Bronyglyn timbering, Mr. E. S. Williams, M.E., Cymmer, Mr. James Picton, M.E., Treherbert, and Mr. W. B. Jones, M.E., Clydach Vale; fire brigade competition, Mr. William Evans; ambu- lance, Dr. n. J. Thomas, Nantymoel, Dr. W. Burke, Abertridwr, and Dr. Naunton Morgan, F.R.C.S., Gilfach Goch; walking racestarters and stewards, Mr. J. Brooks, Porth, Councillor Griffith Davies, Pontygwaith, Councillor Tom Evans, Penygraig, and Mr. Joe Davies, Ynyshir; walking race: judges, Messrs.' John Hughes, checkweigher, Cymmer Collieries, and A. Germaine, Porth. Mr. Joshua E. Williams' was clerk of the course. Results: CARNIVAL. Best decorated shop by night.—Messrs. Thomas and Evans. Best decorated window.—Davies Cousins. Best single harness turn-out.—1st, > G. Sydenham Rowell; h.c., cr. Ei. Smith, butcher; T. Morgan, milk dealer, Glyn- fach Mrs. Joyce, Glynrhondda; and Mrs. W. T. Davies. Best fancy dress on horseback.—1st, G. Davies (Davies Cousins), "German Officer"; h.c., Mr. Aldridge Evans, Tre- hafod Hotel. Best trade advertisement turn-out.— 1st, Messrs. Thomas and Evans; h.c., Davies Cousins. Best comic turn-out.—1st, Rees and Lloyd, Penygraig; h.c., LeysTion and friend, Mrs. Clayton-Potts, Councillor W. T. Davies, and Albert Hardey. Best gentleman cyclist.—1st, Success to the Hospital," Mr. W. Young; 2nd, E. Edwards, Arnold Cycle Works. Best comic make-up (boys).—1st, Tramp Simms; 2nd, Nigger; 3rd, Clown. Best comic make-up (girls)—1st, Italian 2nd, Geisha. Best decorated dog led by chain, strap or cord.—1st, R. Lewis, Red Cross 2nd, Miss Davies; 3rd, G. Harris. SPORTS. Walking race from Penygraig to Porth. -D. Jones, Penrhiwfer. From Ponty- gwaith to Porth: D. Davies, Rhymney. Timbering.—1st, Jacob Davies, Cym- mer; 2nd, Evan Davies, Ynyshir. Tug-of-war.—Pent re Social Club (cap- tain, William Davies). Ambulance.—The first and second prizes were awarded to teams from Mardy. Fire Brigade (full dress).-Ist, Llandaff (Captain Lucas); 2nd, Porth (Captain Brooks), Sack race.—E. C. Rees, Porth. Donkey race, last donkey wins.-D. James, Porth. 100 yards race for colliery boys under 16.-Ist, J. H. Jones; 2nd, R. J. Chubb. Three-legged race.—Robert James and friend. 100 yards race for girls under 16.—1st, May Williams; 2nd, Annie Dickson. 100 yards race for schoolboys under 16. --Ist, W. Simmons; 2nd, W. Llewellyn. The officials of the committee were: Chairman, Councillor W. T. Davies vice- chairman, Alderman Morgan Williams; treasurer, Mr. Nicholas Llewellyn, Porth Hotel secretaries, Messrs. G. Sydenham Rowell and Levi Jenkins. Undoubtedly one of the finest trades advertisements noticeable at the carnival, which, without a shadow of doubt, was witnessed by over 30,000 people, was that of Messrs. Lever Bros., the world- renowned soap manufacturers, and a, firm whose works of philanthropy are so well- known. For this particular and special exhibit Mrs. Councillor W. T. Davies had secured a long car, along the sides of which were hung the results of the wash- ing and scrubbing accomplished by Mrs. Davies' two maids, a, process which was being caried on in the body of the car with much zeal. Another exhibit which was much appreciated and admired was that in which Mrs. Councillor W. T. Davies was depicted as an Army Nurse, in close and diligent attendance on a, sick person. In the same car was the pride of Brynbedw,. in the person of Master Henry Wayne Morgan, who, seated on a, large rocking horse, and attired in mili- tary dress and helmet, saluted the crowd en route in true military fashion. There was also a hospital car, in charge of Mrs. Jenkins, Pontypridd Road. This car also contained a bed, on which was represented a. sick child. These and other exhibits touched many a sympathetic chord, and clearly brought home to many the fact that such institutions which are such per- fect God-sends, especially in colliery dis- tricts, are the finest channels imaginable for the alleviation of suffering humanity.

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