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Gilfach Goch. A very pleasant evening was spent at the Methodist Chapel on Friday evening of last week. The junior members of the above church organised a, social," the proceeds of which were in aid of the apparatus fund. We are pleased to report that a substantial sum has been handed to the church. The tables, which were tastefully decorated and piled with dainty dishes, were in charge of the following persons —Misses M. and L. backer, R. I JL Jones, Hughes, Peg Jones, M. E. Jones, S. L. Jones, A. Jones, R. Edwards and M. David. The secretary, Mr. W. J. Packer, ably discharged his duties. While discussing the caretakers' strike at the Llandyfodwg Council Schools. Evans- town, one of the lady teachers was heard to suggest that the matter in dispute should be referred to arbitration. The Right Hon. D. Lloyd George was men- tioned as an arbitrator. The present system of lighting fires is most abominable. One of the lady teachers has used six boxes of Zam-Buk to cure her injured finger, caused by cutting sticks. The postponed eisteddfod in connection with Bethania Chapel, Evanstown, was- held on Saturday. The afternoon and evening meetings were well attended, anci competitors were numerous. The follow- ing persons officiated —Conductor, Mr. D. Bowen Jones, M.E., Gilfach Goch; adjudicators—music, Mr. W. Rees (Eos Kenfig), Kenfig Hill; literature, Mr. Rd. Miles, Gilfach Goch; ambulance, Dr. Burton, Gilfach Goch; accompanist, Mr. J. Jones; secretary, Mr. Evan J. Bryant; treasurer, Mr. W. Thomas. List of awards: —Afternoon meeting: Opening solo, Mr. Evan J. Bryant; juvenile piano- forte solo, 1st Blodwen Jones, 2nd Esther Annie Morgan, 3rd Kitty Cox; juvenile solo, Miss Mary A. Jones; juvenile reci- tation, prize divided between Florence Davies and Edith Jenkins. A special prize was awarded to the third competitor. Alto solo, Master David J. Davies; recitation for girls under 16, Miss Jennet Davies; children's duet, 1st Misses Mary A. Jones and Lizzie J. Jones, 2nd Miss Rees and Master Willie Rees; writing the 23rd Psalm in Welsh, 1st Miss Edmunds, 2nd Miss B. Thomas; violin solo, Master W. Moody "ones. Evening meeting Opening solo, Mr. S. Evans; pianoforte solo for competitors under 18, 1st Miss B. Thomas, 2nd Miss I. K. Edwards; tenor or bass solo, Mr. D. J. Howells; tenor solo, Mr. John Roberts; soprano solo, Miss E. Owen; solo for those over 45 years of age, prize divided between Mr. Albert Jones and Mr. Richard Griffiths; im- promptu speech, Nodweddion y Nadolig Cymraeg," Mr. Edwin Parry; duet, half the prize was awarded to Messrs. John Roberts and W. Rosser; recitation (adults), Mr. Edward Parry; six verses to the late children of Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Davies, Gilfach Goch, Rev. J. C. Evans, Gilfach Goch; bass solo, Mr. G. W. Howells; ambulance: three teams en- tered. viz., Gilfach Nos. 1, 2, and 3 Squads. The prize was awarded No. 2 Squad, of which Mr. Thos. J. Thomas was captain. Chief choral: One choir com- peted and were awarded the prize, viz Bethania Choir (conductor, Mr. Evan J, Bryant). Has the present feneration as good eyesight as the last Perhaps not. At all events, opticians have mllh more precise knowledge of the eye, its limitations and weak- nesses. For any information relating to the eyesight and glasses, one is very well advised to see Mr. T. ERNEST JONES, Chemist and Optician, Taff Street, Pontypridd. 3989

Ynyshlr. A grand performance of the cantata, Yr isgol (J. T. Rees, Mus. Bac), was given last Thursday, evening, the 12th inst., at the Workmen's Hall by the Tabernacle Band of Hope, led by Mr. D. J. Llewellyn. There was a, very large number present, the building being literally packed, several failing to gain admission, and Mr. J. W. John (school- master), who was the chairman, announced that a second performance would be given on the Saturday evening following. At 7.45 p.m., the curtain was raised, and Mr. W. Henry Rees' Orchestra struck the opening strains of the overture. Pre- liminary iten. (not in the cantata), Merry Little Maids (action song), very J nicely rendered, and received quite an ovation. "Haul yn gwenu," lively little chorus, which was prettily rendered. Duet, Clywch, mae'r gloch, sweetly pretty (the bell effect was exceedingly good), quite reminded one of 9 o'clock in the morning at a country school, with the whining schoolboy creeping unwillingly to school. Chorus, Awn i'r Ysgol," a trip- ping little movement written in waltz time," and characterises happiness of childhood. Quartet, Yn awr at eieh Gwersi," very well rendered by- Mr. Chas. Morgan and friends. Next was the entry of the truants (Masters Ivor and Emlyn Kemp), and they were typical mitcers," too. This scene created roars of laughter. Solo, Yr Ysgolfeistr," Mr. T. J. Llew- ellyn fairly well rendered. He took his part well, and possessed quite the dignity of the village pedagogue. Solo, "Swyddog y Bwrdd." Mr. Evan Davies, in this role, was inimitable he was, indeed, from tip to toe the pompous whipper-in." Duet, Y Ddau Fachgen Drwg," very sweetly rendered by the Brothers Kemp. Chorus, Daliad y Boreu." Solo, Mae'r plant yn chwerthin am fy mhen," another very dramatic little solo, rendered by Master Ivor Kemp. Chorus, Aeth Wil y Foel yn Fachgen Ffol," a most rollicking chorus, which elicited thunderous applause. Duet, "Pa le William heddyw?" This was another laughable scene, depicting the attendance officer on his daily round," and calling with a rather excited parent, who, after using some angry words, resorts to physical force by means of her sweeping brush. The Court

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Scene," specially written and dramatised by Mr. Isaac, Penygraig, was the laugh- able farce of the evening, every char- acter in the plot being true to nature." Duet, Ysgolfeistr a'r Ysgolfeistress," Mr. Llewellyn and Miss Maggie Davies; very finely rendered. Chorus" W ele ni bob un yn barod another splendid item. Solo, Yr Arholwr." Entry of Mr. David Evans (Pembrey) as Inspector of Schools," a. character very well por- trayed and deserving special mention. Chorus (finale), teachers and children, 'Nawr cydganwn am yr Ucha' a spirited rendering to the tune of Har- lech," cleverly arranged by the old "scorer," J. T." The curtain fell, and brought to a close a most pleasant musical evening. WHAT a variety of Leathers are now W used for Boots and Shoes. That is what anyone must thrftk looking in the window of Messrs. HUGHES & Co., 54, Hannah-streefc, Porth. Ladies and Gentlemen can go to no better establishment than this. 3\)16 Intensely thrilling! Don't fail to read and their Murderers in this week's RHONDDA LEADER. Another instal- ment next week. Order early.

Biaen rhondda. On Wednesday evening, the 12th inst., a very interesting ceremony took place at Calf ana (vv.i*.) L-napel m tne unveiling 01 a. memorial tablet oi wnite marble, witn suitable inscription in giltecl letters, to the memory 01 the late Ivns. M. iMchoias, the beloved wife of Mr. S. INichoias, Jilaenrhondda (now of Treorchy). The un- veiling was peilormecl by ivirs. lioberts, the oldest niemoei- of the church. The chair was httingly hlled by the Rev. G. Mathews, t^lie pastor of the church, and the meeting was opened by the Rev. I. C. J ones, the newly appointed pastor of Eben- ezer, Tynewydd, in reading and prayer. Speeches containing eulogistic references to the late departed sister were delivered by the Chairman, Messrs. Thos. Thomas, Thos. Davies, Wm. Roberts, M. E. Lloyd, .James Thomas, Dl. Davies (deacons), Wm. Davies, Tim Davies and Dd. Morgans (Tabernacle W.C.), Revs. M. Jones (Ty- newydd), T, Davies (M.C., Blaenrhondda), and W. Evans (B., Biaenycwm), all of whom earnestly and fervently pressed home to all of those present the value to a church of unostentatious, faithful, and highly spiritual qualities, which were pio- lmneiitiy characteristic of the late Mrs. l'i lCholas. Special emphasis was laid upon her homely hospitality. At the close, Mr. Nicholas feelingly responded for himself and his only daughter, Olwen, as well as the two nieces present (Mrs. Ivor G. Jones, grocer, Biiaenrhondda, and Mrs. Dan Davies, builder,. Treherbert), with their best thanks to the church and their respected pastor for their high apprecia- tion of the 25 years' services humbly and gladly rendered by their departed sister, and the excellent way they honoured the unwithered memory of their late wife, mother, and auntie. Mae gweithwyr goreu'r nef Yn marw yn eu gwaith I Ond ereill ddaw 'n eu lie Ar hyd yr oesoedd maith."

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Taff s Well, A grand evening concert was held at Tabor, Taff's Well, on Wednesday, the 12th inst., in aid of the chapel funds. It was the finest musical treat ever given in the -lace, both as regards artistes and programme, and the inhabitants showed their appreciation and intelligence by fill- ing the chapel. Mr. E'. Ivor Williams, Dyffryn Ffrwd, presided. The artistes were: -Sop,rano, Madame Dora Davies, Pontygwaith (National Eisteddfod win- ner) contralto^, Miss Winifred Lewis, Senghenydd (National Eisteddfod winner); tenor, Mr. Tom Bonnell, Pentre (winner of several champion solos); baritone, Mr. Trevor Lewis, Ferndale (international solo winner); elocutionist, Mr. Dd. George, Taff's Well; accompanist, ,Mr. J. Jenkins, Taff's Well. To the music-lover the con- cert was a veritable Klondyke. Madame Dora Davies sang A Summer Night Song" and "Good-bye" in a, truly remarkable manner, which fully deserved the unstinted applause given her. Miss Winifred Lewis, being a native of Taff's Well, received a rousing reception. She sang Abide with Me and Softly awakes my heart excellently. Mr. Tom Bonnell was in fine form, especially in Waft her, angels." It is extremely diffi- cult to imagine better tenor singing. His beautiful and flexible voice, combined with intelligent reading, made his rendering of Handel's lovely solo one of the highest class. Mr. Trevor Lewis, with the Erl King" and The Prologue," was very much in evidence. Much has already been said about this singer, but not too much. It was easily understood how the inter- national solo was won at, Cardiff. Last but not least, a word of praise must be given to Mr. J. Jenkins, the able accom- panist. He performed his difficult work in an admirable manner, and Taff's Well can be complimented in having a first- class pianist in their midst. OUJtt Famous TEA recruits, refreshes, regales, renews, revives.—PRICE & Co., Pentre. 3965

Trealaw. A special effort on behalf of the Cen- tenary movement was made by the Primi- tive Methodists of Trealaw on Sunday and Monday last. On Sunday, Mr. Noah Bowles, Mountain Ash, occupied the pulpit, preaching excellent sermons. Col- lections were made at each service towards tne Centenary Fund. On Monday even- ing, a lecture, entitled Father Hugh and His Friends," was delivered by the Rev. J. Whittock (Circuit minister). The lec- turer dealt extensively with the origin and progress of Primitive Methodism for the past 100 years. Father Hugh and His friends turned out to be Hugh Bourne and his coadjutors, the founders of the Primitive Methodist cause. Mr. W. H. Farmer (Circuit steward) made an excel- lent chairman. There was a capital atten- dance. HAVE YOUR TEETH SEEN TO. Your health and appearance may be immensely improved by replacing- auy missing -i,eeth by good artificial ones. Tnose supplied by Mr. LESLIE, of Xalf Street, Pontyp idd, are the best obtainable, and most moderate in price. Mr. Leslie attends personally at 4. Hannah Street, Porth, every Monday, from 10 a.m. fill 7 p.m., and at the Silver Grill, Tonypandy ever)', ■Tuesday, from 2 till 6. 3410

Tom. The funeral of Miss Annie Cadwgan (19), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Cadwgan, 53, Alexandra Road, Gelli, took place on Tuesday last at Treorchy, amid tokens of the greatest respect and sym- pathy.' The Rev. J. E. Jones, Wesleyan superintendent minister, officiated whilst Mr. Samuel Hedditch, the superintendent of the Sunday School, spoke very effec- tively at the graveside. Deceased was passionately fond of flowers, and the wreaths sent were many and costly, in- cjuding the following*: -Father and motner; brothers and sisters; uncle, aunt and family, Ton-Pentre; cousins, Aberavon; Miss S. A. Hern and Miss Gwladys Burge (two members of her Sun- day School Class); Mrs. Smith and Mrs. j-voberts. Alexandra Road; Irene Kate Mills, Ton. An Aberystwyth friend sent a lovely bunch of snowdrops, with the request that they be placed in her coffin; whilst similar floral tributes were received from Mrs. Davies, Bethany Chapel House; and the Pentre Wesleyan Sunday School. At the graveside, the members of deceased's Sunday School Class dropped bunches of beautiful white flowers on the coffin.

Pentre. Councillor F. J. Beavan, Cardiff, delivered two instructive sermons on Sunday last at the English Wesleyan Chapel. The meetings were held under the auspices of the Home Mission, and were well attended. The Tynybedw Ambulance Squad, to- gether with the enterprising management, are to be praised for the very humane motives which prompted them to place ambulance boxies in various districts of the colliery. It is also anticipated that better means will be employed to bring injured workmen out of the mine. It is time that the present antiquated methods should be done away with. Many an injured mortal has suffered unendurable agony in being brought out in an empty tram. The Tynybedw Brigade, which is one of the largest in the district, is under the able instructorship, of Mr. J. Powell, Alma Place. Some Pentre tradesmen have -novel ways of advertising. A couple of nice girls stationed in the window is calculated to be a good draw as' well as an useful appendage to an outfitter's stock, whilst wedding parties driven to and from the church in a motor-car ought to result in voluminous orders for the enterprising furniture dealer. Enterprise, in some cases, however, brings trouble in its trail. The popular young butcher who lost two of his best rabbits from a, peg outside the window, has discovered this to his cost. At any rate, when he missed the rabbits, his hare was soon off.

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Williamstown. On Sunday and Monday last, half-yearly meetings were held at Bethabara (E.B.) Chapel, when powerful sermons were delivered by the Rev. J. Onfel Jenkins, Penarth. On Monday evening, the pulpit was occupied by Prof. T. W. Chance, M.A., Merthyr, when another very eloquent and inspiring discourse was delivered. The meetings were well attended and the collections were good.

Ferndale- On Sunday morning last, an exchange of pulpits took place between the Revs. G. Penrith Thomas and T. Bryn Thomas at the Trerlionddi, and Tabernacle (W.C.) Chapels. Mrs. J. E. Rowlands, Union Street, Ferndale, has been presented by the em- ployees of Messrs. A. Evans and Co. with a beautiful pair of bronze horses and silver sugar sifter upon the occasion of her marriage. At Tabernacle Vestry on Thursday evening last, under the auspices of the Bible Class, Mr. Morgan Davies, Graig Terrace, read an ercielient paper upon The Duty of the Church towards Labour." Mr. Davies' paper throughout was full of good points, and proved most interesting and edifying. Several mem- bers took part in the discussion that fol- lowed, all being high in their praises of the treat they had received from Mr. Davies.

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Treorchy. District Correspondent for Treorchy wanted. Qualifications Thoroughness, Brevity and Dispatch. Apply in own handwriting to Editor, Rhondda Leader." —— Messrs. Burnyeat, Brown and Co., Ltd., have given a donation of £ 25 to the St. John Ambulance Brigade, and 10s. to every member of the colliery corps who have gained a certificate. An instructive evening was spent at last weeks meeting of the Treorchy Literary Society, when Mr. W. D. Evans, the vice-president, delivered a, paper on Ruskin's Unto this lat." Mr. Evans is at present one of the oldest members of the Society, and his utterances are always appreciated. Several members took part in the discussion. Dr. Geo. Armstrong presided. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Evans for his excellent paper.

Mr. David Richard, a young married man, residing at 19, Cardiff Street, met with a serious accident whilst following his employment as a collier on Monday morning at the Abergorchy Colliery (Messrs. Burnyeat, Brown and Co.). It appears that he was standing at the side between the horse and the tram, when the horse ruffed" and started off. Richards tried to get out of danger by grasping the shafts, but the horse pulled him along until he was dragged under- neath the tram. He was badly bruised and sustained a fractured spine. It was at first feared that he had met his death, and some time elapsed before he was got out of the mine. The unfortunate man served in the late South African War. Axe was a useful worker with the English Baptist cause. Dr. A. G. Tribe was soon in attendance. It was late on Monday evening when he regained consciousness. He still lies in a critical condition, but,, hopes are entertained of his recovery. The annual social held in connection with the teaching staff of the Ynyswen Schools took place on Thursday last at the vVorkmen'lSi Hall, Ton-Pentre. The social in past years has usually been held at the school, and the change was a great suc- cess. There were about 120 present. Dancing commenced at 7.30, and was con- tinued until midnight, whilst various games were indulged in by the non-trippers. The refreshment tables were beautifully laid out, and an excellent repast, was pre- pared by Mr. George Morgan, The Popular Hotel," Pentre. Mr. Dick Lewis, Pentre, acted as M.C., and ably dis- charged the duties entrusted to him. Mr. Dai Howells, Treorchy, presided at the piano, and rendered choice selections of dance music, including The Merry Widow Waltz," which is at present all the rage. Mr. D. J. Davies, Treorchy, was the treasurer; and praise is due to Miss Katie Powell (Cemetery) for the able manner in which she discharged the duties of secretary. HOUSE COAL.—The Tylacoch Colliery Company, Treorchy, are now in a position to sell Best House Coal in bags at the Colliery at 9d. per cwt. Cash with orders. 3967