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Tylorstown. The annual eisteddfod in connection with JJeulah English Baptist Church, Tyiorstownj tooK place on Monday last. The eistedufod was held at hei-raou NVeibJl Baptist Church, Pontygwaith (kindly lent for the occasion), the president being Mr. David FenwIck, grocer, Tyiorstown, who discharged his duties m his usual happy and pleasant manner. The adjudicators were: Music, Mr. Tom Evans, A.C., Tyiorstown recitations, Mr. Wm. George (Myfyr Dyfed), Pontygwaith essays and II letters, Mr. David Davies, schoolmaster, Pontygwaith; prize bags, Mrs. Gwiiym | Thomas, grocer, Bristol House, Tyiors- i town accompanist, Miss Evans, draper, Ynyshir (in the absence of Mr. E. Woods, Pontygwaith), These eisteddfodau are annual events by Beulah Church, and are always marked with success. Last year's eisteddfod proved a, grand financial suc- cess, a large profit being realised from the undertaking. The chapel on Monday last was nearly full, a very large number having come together. We congratulate the committee upon the selection and the variety of subjects for competition. The programme was a most interesting one. The following is a list of awards: —Solo for boys under 16, Remember Me, 0 Mighty One" (Sankey), three competi- tors, D. J. Griffiths, Porth (pupil of Mr. Obadiah Edwards); children's recitation (under 14 years of age), five competitors, Miss Jennie Rowe, Wattstown; best englyn to the late Mr. John Evans, 22, Penrhys Road, Tyiorstown, "Astid," whose name did not transpire; solo for girls under 16, When the roll is called up yonder (Alexander), ten competitors, Miss Esther Cooper (pupil of Mr. Tom Thomas, Ynyshir); best letter, Criminal's Last Letter to His Parents," Mr. G. Young; alto solo, Flee as a Bird," six competitors, Master Ivor Kemp (pupil of Mr. Tom Kemp, Ynyshir); duet tenor and bass), Gwys i'r Gad," Mr. J. T. Jones and friend; open recitation, The Drunkard's Wife," five competitors, Miss Sarah Hughes (pupil of Mr. Henry Davies, Ynyshir); brass instrumental solo, any Welsh air, Mr. W. J. Beynon, Ferndale Prize Band; best essay on Truth (for those under 16 years of age), divided between Master Daniel Watts and Miss Mabel James, Tyiorstown; soprano solo, What shall the harvest be" (Sankey), Miss Lily Gough, Porth (pupil of Miss Lily Edwards, Porth); best love letter, Miss Mabel James, Tyiorstown (daughter of the Rev. Jason James, pastor of Horeb Welsh Baptist Church, Tylorstown) prize bag, Miss Mabel James. One of the most successful of local eisteddfodau came to a close by Mr. J. T. Jones singing The Land of My Fathers." A large number of entries were received for each competition, and the number of competi- tors in some of the competitions reached two figures. The committee had worked hard together in order to make it a, suc- cess. Special mention should be made of the two secretaries, Messrs. Walter South- wood and D. G. Williams, for the splen- did manner in which they carried out their duties, and the capital way which they worked together. Nothing was left by them undone, and we are pleased to note that their efforts have been crowned with success. A substantial profit is ex- pected to be made. -+--+- We are pleased to note that our young friend. Mr. W. Backerville, who was assistant at the Ynyshir Co-operative, has been promoted as manager of the branch shop at Porth. The Rev. Joseph Evans, pastor of Soar Welsh Congregational Church, officiated at Hermon, Treorchy. on Sunday last..

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Cwmparc. The Rev. Wm. Lewis, Park (C.M.), delivered a most powerful and interesting address at the Park Hall on Saturday evening last at a public meeting promoted by the local Temperance League. The audience, owing to counter-attractions, was not so large as could be desired but it is to be hoped that some of the good seed sown has found fruitful soil. The present movement to further temperance reform is being conducted with consider- able enthusiasm, and deserves every en- couragement. A very interesting lecture was delivered at Soar Chapel on Wednesday evening last, under the auspices of the Young People's Guild, the Rev. Rhagfyr Jones being the speaker. His subject was Y Cymro Dewr," as exemplified in the person of the Rev. Dr. Griffith John, of Swansea, who has a fifty years' record of missionary work in heathen China. Mr. Jones re- ferred in eulogistic terms to Dr. John's character, and spoke glowingly of his grit" in overcoming apparently insur- mountable difficulties, his mastering of the Chinese tongue being typical of his achievements. He sketched his birth, education, college career, his prominence as a preacher, his rejection of great honours at home in order to teach Christ abroad," in vivid style, and con- < eluded with a reference to the movement now materialising among Welsh Congre-

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Llwynypia. The many friends of Mil John P. Mason, cashier at the Blaenclydach Col- liery, will be sorry to hear that on Satur- day afternoon last he was suddenly taken ill with a paralytic or syncopial attack whilst returning home along the railway from the colliery. Drs. Griffiths (Llwyny- pia) and T. L. Morgan (Clydach Vale) were quickly on the scene, and ordered his removal to his residence at Gnoll Cottage. Although conscious, he is un- able to speak, and lies in a very critical condition.

Treorchy. The Tabernacle English Wesleyan Methodist Chapel was crowded to its uttermost on Monday evening last, when a sacred cantata, entitled" Moses the Deliverer," was rendered by the chapel choir, assisted by an efficient string band and the following artistes: —Soprano, Miss Sarah Lewis, Treorchy; contralto, Miss Marion Lewis, Aberdare (winner at Mountain Ash and Rhymney Eistedd- fodau) tenor, Mr. Septimus Ashton; bass, Mr. Richard Bebb (Llew Glanrhyd); pianist, Mr. W. H. Jones; organist, Mr. W. IT. Bevan; conductor, Mr. Henry Davies. Mr. Howell Howells, Council Schools, who occupied the chair, said he felt pleased to see the remarkable pro- gress that had been made by the Wes- leyans during the last six years, and complimented Mr. Henry Davies, the con- ductor, on the 'improvement the brass band has accomplished since its initial appearance. In addition to the cantata, the artistes and band contributed the following —Selection, the Brass Band bass solo, The Song or Immortality," Mr. Richard Bebh. Miss Sarah Lewis, the brilliant Treorchy soprano, sang a. Welsh song, Llam y Cariadau ("Lovers' Leap "). Contralto solo, There's a land," Miss Marion Lewis, Aberdare; tenor solo, The Old Minstrel," Mr. Septimus Ashton. The choir, numbering over sixty, went through the choruses remarkably well. The proceeds were in aid of the renovation fund. At last week's meeting of the Treorchy Literary Society, the members; had the pleasure of listening to a very interesting address by the president, Mr. J. T. Short, B.A., who chose for his subject "The Ideal State." After the address, the members had a most interesting dis- cussion. Mr. Short ably replied to his critics. Mr. R. C. Austin occupied the chair. A vote of thanks was accorded the speaker for his excellent address. Next week, the subject for discussion is Woman Suffragists." It is hoped all members will attend. to T. Jones, Ironmonger, Penygraig, for value in Table and Hanging- Lamps of all kinds also Wal Papers, Paints, Brushes and Varnishes. Competition defied. 3096

Ystrad. At Bethel (C.M.) Chapel, the Rev. Dr. Roberts, of Khassia, India, gave an in- teresting address upon the work of the missionaries upon Khassia Hills. He gave a brief and lucid sketch of the work accomplished during years of hard work and united efforts. He related many thrilling incidents in missionary work. The difficulties were great, but through the strength and the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ they had ail been overcome. The Rev. T. Lloyd presided. +- On Wednesday, the 28th ult., a suc- cessful 4 peiiny reading" was held at Tabernacle English Baptist Chapel at Ystrad-Rhondda. Mr. W. Davies took the chair at 7.30 prompt. There were several competitors for best recitation, Miss Blodwen James and Miss M. A. Foreman dividing honours. Miss Naomi Aston proved to be the best speller," whilst Master E. Evans and Miss M. A. Foreman shared the prize in solo com- petition. Impromptu speech, Master Willie Price. The adjudicators were Messrs. Bacon, Lawry, and Davies. The accompanist was Mr. H. Lawry. The meeting was well attended, and the pro- ceeds go toward the children's outing fund for next year. Trunks, Dress Baskets, Portmanteaus, Gladstone Bags, &c. all sizes, -R. T. Jones, Ironmonger, Treherbert, 1597

Ton. The annual conversazione and dance, under the auspices of the St. David's Young People's Society, was held at the Workmen's Hall, Ton-Pentre, on Thurs- day evening, the 29th ult. A very happy and enjoyable evening was, spent. Much praise is due to Mr. A. D. Collier, the organising secretary, for the able manner in which lie executed his arduous duties. The following gentlemen assisted —Trea- surer, Mr. Rees Jones; stewards, Messrs. W. Hallesey, W. Jones, and T. Jones; M.C.'s, Messrs. Jack Collier and Lewis Thomas. The company present numbered about 150. -+--+-+- The third of a series of Popular Even- ings in connection with St. David's Sun- day School, Ton (a short account of which was reported last week), was held on Morula- the 26th ult. The chair was taken by the Rev. J. C. Beynon, B.A., Ton. Miss Nedahl rendered a very charming pianoforte solo, and Miss Morris followed with a song. Recitations were given by Messrs. A. D. Collier, W. Holmes, W. Hallesey, and the Misses O. Binley and F. Moore. Mr. Daynton, the champion whistler, rendered The Washington Post March," accompanied by Mr. Frank Bibey, Ton, and as an encore., delighted the audience with a most realistic rendering of that beautiful song, Skylark." The blend of piano- forte and whistle in this rendering sur- passes comment, and much thanks are due to Messrs. Daynton and Bibey for their able services. The Upper Ten and the Lower Five," a very amusing comic duet, was rendered in character by Messrs. Jack Smith and J. Fowkes, two gentlemen who deserve credit for their applaudable performance. The usual sketch party again were in evidence, and the setting forth of Tit for Tat" re- quired much tact and skill. Several com- petitions were engaged in at the con- clusion of a most lengthy programme. The following were the prize winners: — First sight reading, J. J. Phillips; chil- dren's choir, Mr. W. Hallesey's Party; recitation, Cliff Holmes; whistling solo, Tudor Faull. Miss Maudie Clement, Ton, rendered Mother's Slumber Song with much effect.

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Tonyrefail. A novel event took place on Saturday, the 24th ult., when a fancy dress football match was played between the First and Second Teams of the St. David's Church Football Club. The players were dressed as soldiers, sailors, policemen, college boys, nurses, &c., and marched to and from the ground through High Street, creating much merriment by their comical appearance. The prize given for the best impersonation was awarded to Tommy Rees, whose imitation of a nurse was perfect. The proceeds were in aid of tne poor people's Christmas dinner fund. On Wednesday evening, the 28th ult., a missionary meeting was held at the Calvinistio Methodist Chapel, when the Rev. J. Roberts, D.D., Khassia, spoke on the work of the- mission. His address was brimful of interesting and instructive remarks. He referred to the many diffi- culties which they as missionaries have to encounter in trying to teach the natives to read the Bible. Superstition is the most formidable impediment, as it has been in all countries; but with much sacrifice on the part of the missionaries, progress is being made in converting the natives. Mr. Roberts also referred to the revival at Khassia, and which is still at its height. On Thursday evening, the 29th ult., the Rev. Mr. Williams, Wrexiham, represen- tative of the British and Foreign Bible Society, visited Tonyrefail, and gave an account of the work of the Society. The chair was occupied by Mr. DI. Richards. Mr. David Rowland, the secretary of the Tonyrefail district, read the financial statement for the year. This district had collected the sum of £ 10 5s. towards the Society, showing an increase of about E6 on the previous year. The attendance at the meeting, was very poor, bearing in mind what the Society has clone for Wales. Those who absented themselvesi lost a most eloquent and witty address, and it is to be hoped that in the near future Mr. Williams will have another oppor- tunity to visit Tonyrefail. -+--+--+- Another of the series of competitive I meetings was held in the Methodist Hall on Saturday, and proved equally as suc- cessful as previous meetings. The chair was ably filled by Mr. Daniel Enoch, Albion 'House. The adjudicators were: Music, Messrs. David Giles and Robert Jones; literature, Mr. Owen Williams. Miss Irene Griffiths acted as accompanist. The awards were as follow: —Bass solo, Y Mynydd i Mi," Mr. Henry D. Row- land; tenor solo, Yr Eneth Ddall," divided between Mr. Abraham Lloyd and Mr. E. J. Evans; soprano solo, "Beth fydd y Cynhauaf Draw," Miss Annie Mary Davies; alto solo, Nid oes ond cludydd arfau," Master Willie Davies; solo for girls under 14, Nid oes un enw arall," 1st Miss Amy Morgan, 2nd Miss Jennie John; recitation for those under 14, Dau fath o Robl," 1st Miss Elsie, Evans, 2nd divided between Misses Mary H. Morgan and Lena Jenkins; essay on Love," divided between Miss Adie Jones and Mr. Thomas Henry. These essays were recommended to be printed, being of such excellent merit. Welsh dictation (for boys), Master Abram Lloyd; Welsh recitation (for girls), Miss Irene Griffiths; for the best two verses on Cymdeithasau Llenyddol," Mr. Evan Jones (Tudor). The verses are printed below. Four choirs competed on Cor Caersalem" and the prize was awarded to Bethel Choir, under the leadership of Mr. T. Griffiths. Here are the successful verses — CYMDEITHASAU LLENYDDOL. Cymdeithas lenyddol a'i swynol bryd- ferthweh Addurna'r amgylchoedd a'i gemau gwir gani, Gau wlawio bendithion aruchel mewn heddwch Ar dyner blauygion gorddeiliog, mwyn, glain Crctt wna mewn mynwesa-u. ryw swyngar feddylfryd, I godi mewn rhengoedd o glod yn y byd, Eu horiau hamddenol ddefnyddir gan ieuenctyd, Dadblygu talentau yw nodwedd ei bryd. Cymdeithas lenyddol a dyr lyfetheiriau, lVieithrinir doethineb rhinweddol ac iach, Cyfodi'r dysgawdwyr urddasol dan wenau Llachwraidd beiydrau ein hoff gyrddau bach. Mae drych ei cymeriad mOIl' ddysglaer a'r heulwen, Delweddau ei cyfoeth mewn arwyr a gawn; Nedd-olud diderfyn i'w deiljad mwyn, try leu, I'r lienor, a'r cerddor, anmhrisiol eu dawn, TUDOR. -+- The neighbourhood of Tonyrefail was cast into gloom and mourning on Satur- day evening last through the death, in a most unexpected manner, of one of. its most highly respected inhabitants, in the person of Mrs. Mary Davies, Bryn Glas, Gilfach Road, widow of Mr. Lloyd Davies, some years deceased. Without warning or any indication of indisposition, the deceased lady was seized with a fit and expired immediately, before assistance or medical aid could he procured. She leaves seven children to mourn her loss, four sons and three daughters. The in- habitants of Tonyrefail extent their deepest sympathy to the relatives in their sad bereavement. It ponies forcibly home to us in such sudden cases as this, that in the midst of life we are in death." -+-+- The Independents held their half- yearly meetings at Bethel on Sunday, when powerful and inspiring sermons were delivered by the Rev. P. W. Hough, Blackwood. Collections were made to- wards the building debt.

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Gelli. An interesting function took place on Saturday, the 1st inst., at Bethany (C.M.) Chapel, under the auspices of the Christian Endeavour Society and Sunday School, in connection with the opening of the new library. After an excellent, tea nad been partaken of, a most enjoyable entertainment was (held, Mr. John Roberts taking the chair. The pro- gramme consisted of a. pianoforte duet by Misses Violet Williams and Olive Davies solo, "Flee as a Bird," by Miss Mary Jenkins; recitations by Miss C. Jenkins, Messrs. J. Jones and Ted die Andrews; accordeon and violin duet by Messrs. Collins and Davies; solo, "The half has never been told," by Miss Vera Matthews- In an impromptu speech on Light," Mr. Daniel Davies was declared the winner and the order of merit in a laughable apple eating competition was: 1st, Roberts; 2nd, Stephens; 3rd, Jenkins. Several selections on the gramaphone were given by Mr. Abraham Davies.

Gilfach Goch. Owing to a dispute at the Britannic Steam Coal Colliery, Gilfach Goch, about 600 men have been idle- since the 1st of the month. At present, there arc no signs of a settlement, and a. pessimistic outlook prevails. The biggest display of Christmas Bazaar Goods in Gilfach Goch will be found at John Hopkins, Stortford House. Articles from Id. to 35s. each. 3191

Pentre. If your watch will not go To TilORNI, you'd better take it; To go he'll quickly make it, Watchmaker, 1, Ystrad Road, Pentre. 31G0 Last Monday evening, the Pentre Literary and Debating Society had the unique pleasure of listening to one of the beat elocutionist.s in Wales, Mr. J. Probert Evans, Ferndale, giving his Readings from. Shakespeare." Mr. Evans opened with a few remarks relating to the value of Shakespearean literature, and explained extensively the characters in Othello and King John." After a few readings, he delivered in a most masterly Henry V.'s .speech to his warriors at Agincourt, who, the elocutionist- re- marked, included many Welsh archers. A scene from Much Ado about Nothing brought much merriment, while the lesson on How to Play stirred up the audience to a degree of enthusiasm. A most-pathetic reading was given of Prince Arthur's plea to Hubert, whom King John had bribed to kill the young Prince. The pleadings of the Prince prevail, and Arthur lives—lives to die at the hand of the King later on. Another short reci- tation brought his repartee to a close, but he was prevailed upon to give a humorous recitation. Mr. Evans responded with Mark Twain's "My Watch," which showed to his audience that the sense of humour was strong in the previously pathetic elocutioni.st. A most interesting night was spent. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Evans for his readings.

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Penygraig. A grand concert was held at the Llan- fair Hall, Penygraig, on Saturday even- ing, the 1st inst., under the auspices of Dmas Brass Band. The evening's enter- tainment included solo violin, the re- nowned Ap Tydfil (of the Royal Leipzig Conservatoriuni), whose rendering of the Gipsy Dance and Hungarian Rhap- sodie brought out such applause that he responded with a most artistic per- formance of that very difficult selection, entitled An Austrian Hymn," in which he exhibited extensive technical know- ledge. In the clarionet solo, Mr. Tudor Owen (Penygraig) excelled all his pre- vious performances. Mr. Charles Hall (Penygraig) played an euphonium solo in a masterly style. The vocalists, Mr. Richard Jones (tenor) and Mr. D. B. Pugh (bass), both of Clydach Vale, did their work in remarkably good style. The accompanist was Mr. John Llewellyn, Penygraig. The Saron Orchestral Society, under the able concluctorship of Ap Tydfil, went through their part in grand form. The Dinas Brass Band also greatly pleased the audience with their selections, particularly that of The Daughter of the Regiment." Mr. Tom Evans, D.C., Penygraig, presided. There was an ex- ceptionally large and appreciative audi- ence. We trust this concert will prove a financial success, for the Dinas Brass Band and their worthy conductor (Mr. George Hawkins) are a most hard-working combination.

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A movement is on foot at Tonyrefail with a view to making a testimonial to Mr. W. T. Rees, late manager of the Cilely Colliery, now manager of a new colliery at Caerphilly. Mr. Evan Prosser, Gurnos Cottage, is secretary, and Mr. Daniel Enoch treasurer. Mr. Rees, besides being manager at Cilely, had ren- dered good services at Tonyrefail as mem- ber, for many years, of the Llantrisant and Llantwit Vardre District Council. He is now about removing from the district, and in recognition of the high esteem in which he is held by the inhabitants this movement has been originated Jolly times are expected at Tonyrefail Christmas time. The Bible Christian folKs hold their annual bazaar at the Schools, and they anticipate greater suc- cess than ever. The Tonyrefail Choral Society, under the conductorship of Mr. W. J. Lewis, A.C., have also something good in store for us. They have been practising assiduously throughout the autumn to sing the praise of liberty, and on Christmas Day they will give the result of their practices in two perform- ances of Dr. Coward's popular historical cantata, Magna Charta." This is a difficult book, but contains beautiful music, describing the overthrow of tyranny and the establishment of the liberties we now enjoy. On Christmas Eve, a Cinderella dance will be held at the Institute. What with the fowls, ducks, geese and turkeys in preparation, everything points to a jovial Yuletide. May all our expectations. be realised. There are few towns of its size in this country so well provided with lighting arrangements as Tonyrefail. It has an electric light station of its own, which supplies light to the shops and private houses and illuminates the streets with its bright radiance. It also very gener- ously allows the neighbouring town of Gilfach Goch to partake of its luminosity, and there is aprobability that Evanstown will also be supplied. Yet all this does not say that perfection has been attained. It is to be hoped that before very long the directors of the company will see their way clear to make some reduction in the price of current. Then, there is no doubt, the majority of the private houses will have the electric light installed. Lately, there has been something amiss with the light. One Saturday night, Tonyrefail found itself in a. total eclipse, and it was quite old-fashioned to see paraffin lamps and candles placed on the counters of the shops. The Calvinistic Methodist Chapel was forced to resort, to candles one Sun- day night, the sight of which reminded one of a Roman Catholic service. Not until these irregularities are improved can it be said that the lighting arrange- ments of Tonyrefail are Al. DO YOU suffer from PILES, ECZEMA, BOILS, RUN- NING WOUNDS, CUTS. CHAPPED HANDS, RING- WORM, CHILBLAINS, &e. If so, E'LL-WEL (Heal-wel), the New Antiseptic and Healing Ointment will give you instant relief. It is the Wonder of the Age and Worth its Weight in Gold. Try a box and prove its value. Post free Is. ld., from our agent LLEWELLYN ,Chemist TONYREFAIL. Innumerable testimonials. 316 Slow progress is being made in the mining ueveiopments at, Loitenna Col- liery. Two boilers have been hxed, and a pump is ready to be put into operation. It is to be iioped that the new year will see much greater progress made, The new pits at Coed Ely were being sunk at express speed until lately, when a great inrush of water stopped operations. Greater attention has since been paid to fixing the machinery. Two winding engines are ready, and the pit frameworis is being put up. An electric lighting installation is being set up also. It is expected that in the course of six months about five hundred men will be employed at this colliery. four bungalows, tem- porary abodes for the officials, are almost completed. In view of the influx of workmen into the district, some two or three hundred houses are to be built, mid- way between these pits and Tonyrefail, and it is said that land for hundreds more has been taken. A Building Club has been formed at Tonyrefail proper, to provide houses for the number of people expected into the place when Collenna Colliery is in full swing. Mr. Daniel Enoch is chairman of this club-, and the secretary is Mr. D. R. Morgan, Pentre Boot Stores. The latter will be pleased to give information to any person desirous of becoming a member. On Monday evening, the Rev. Morris Morgan, the veteran temperance reformer, addressed a meeting at the Methodist Chapel, The meeting was very sparsely attended and did not speak very highly of the attitude of the churches towards temperance, The speaker, in his able manner, outlined the evils of drink from the points of view of its effects upon the body, the mind, and the soul. He stated that Sir H. Campbell-Bannerman liaxl pledged himself to bring into the House of Commons next Session a measure of temperance reform, having as its basis the principle of Local Veto.