The Glamorgan Gazette

OGMORE MINER ON A RECENT APPOINT- MENT. To THE EDITOR. Sir,—Councillor D. J. Thomas is to be congra-, tulated on his fight in behalf of our discharged' soldiers on the Food Control Committee. When the next election takes place, "D.J.T." will re- ceive his reward. Surprised is expressed on all sides at the attitude of Mr. T. J. Job in allow- ing his name to go to the ballot against dis- charged soldiers for the difference of < £ 14 per annum in salary. One of the issues at the next District Council election ought to be. Shall Mr. Job's discharge be permanent? The Og- more and Gilfach District of Miners favour employment of discharged and incapacitated soldiers as collectors, as the remuneration from this source would add materially to their pen- sions. The Motor Cycling Club, it seems, is no longer able to fetch our soldier boys from Bridg- end without payment. The Government would act wisely in calling to their aid the miners' leaders to try and draft out a scheme whereby taxes can be paid at the colliery office weekly, in place of the present system of quarterly pay- inents.-Yours, etc., MiiNLK.

OGMORE AND GARW FOOD CONTROL CONTROVERSY. To THE EDITOR. Sir,—In your last week's issue I read the above controversy, and if you can spare a little of your valuable space I should like to briefly reply. I congratulate the majority of the mem- bers upon their sound judgment in appointing Mr. T. J. Job, of Nantymoel, out of the appli- cants for the position of executive officer. All who know Mr. Job will agree that he is very able, and has also the necessary organising abilities. Moreover, he has proved his fitness by his efficiency in discharging the duties of his many voluntary posts before and during the war. Through his sacrifices he has lost several pounds yearly by not passing a certain exami- nation, though at the same time it must be pointed out that the people have very consider- ably benefited. As sanitary inspector he is doing the work satisfactorily, as is proved by. the amendment, moved by Councillor D. J. Thomas (Ugmore) at the special Council meeting, That he (Mr. Job) be not released on the basis of the conviction that in the interests of the public health it is essential that he continue his present duties." Then, Sir, the further amend- ment, moved by Councillor Thomas (Ogmore) for permanently releasing Mr. Job from the ser- vices of the Council proves conclusively the in- consistency of Mr. Thomas, the only supposed Labour man on the Council, according to "Federationist." If "Federationist" is of the same opinion after reading the account of the attitude of Councillor Thomas, pity help the workers. What a game it is, making capital of the fact that two war-worn heroes applied. Cer- tainly, everything possible should be done for discharged soldiers, if they are capable of doing what is required, but when they are totally in- capable, why should the people suffer through allowing sentiment to creep in? If all were of the same opinion as Mr. Thomas, then a dis- charged soldier might be appointed to the lofty position of Premier, which our fellow country- man, Mr. Lloyd George, now so ably fills. Will the Ogmore workers again elect Mr. Thomas after the display on his part of such inconsis- tency? If the present state of things is per- mitted to continue, what about the future of democracy? May I ask, Is it because Mr. Job is not a member of the family of Councillors that certain members wished permanently to release him?.—Signed by CHORUS, 1.1. I

NANTYMOEL V.C. For Wife and Children; King and Country." Two Welsh miners have been awarded the Victoria Cross. They are James Llewellyn Davies, Royal Weish Fusiliers, of Nantymoel, who subsequently died of wounds, and Sergt. Robert Bye, Welsh Guards of Penrhiwceiber. Corporal Davies, after capturing single-handed a machine' gun, and although wounded, led a bombing party to the assault of a defended house, and killed a sniper. The late Corporal was a Welsh miner and a member of the South Wales Miners' Federation. He was employed at the Wyndham Colliery, OgmQre Vale. He joined the Army on the 12th October, 1914, and was ported to the Royal Garrison Artillery. About eight months afterward he was trans- ferred to the Royal Welsh Fusiliers, with whom he took part in the fighting on the Gallipoli Peninsula. In December, 1915. he was admit- ted to hospital at Alexandria, Egypt, suffering from enteric, and was brought home in the fol- lowing February, remaining for a few months at Stobhill Military Hospital, Scotland. In October last he went to rejoin his regiment, and in a battle on the 30th July he performed the deeds of heroism which won him the V.C., but he was mortally wounded, and died the follow- ing day. Corpora 1 J. Ll. Davies was born at Ogmore Vale 31 years ago, and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Davies, who now live at 41 Vale View, Nantymoel. In 1906 he married Miss Elizabeth Ann Richards, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Richards, of 5 Llewellyn Street, Nantymoel. Mrs. Davies, the widow, lives at 8 Nantymoel Row, Nantymoel, with her four children, aged 10, 8, 6, and 4 respectively. The dead hero was an affectionate husband and father, and his last letters from the front are full of anxious regard for his wife and children. In one of the last, written before a battle, he said :—"Dear Wife,—You will see by the address that I have been made a corporal-two stripes instead of one. If I am spared I hope to be made a sergeant soon. I am glad to hear that Priscilla Maud is a good girl and going to school. Tell her that daddy thinks of her often. We are about going over. Don't vex, as I hope to go through it all right, and if I do not you will know that I died for my wife and children and for my King and country." He was a steady, good-living man, and attended Mount Zion Eng- lish Congregational Church at Nantymoel. A movement is already in contemplation to per- petuate the memory of the deceased, and the deeds that have made him a hero for all time.

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GARW GLEANINGS] (By "LLOFFWR ARALL,") I In another column it will be seen that news, cheerful and sad, has again been received by Garwites. The Garw people are subscribing enthusiastic- ally to all appeals made in connection with the war, but to solicit subscriptions for the purpose of purchasing a present for a child is the abso- lute limit. A lady shop assistant was curious to know how a spring mouse-trap worked. She touched the lever, and pinched her finger. Experience is the best teacher! A Ponty hero home on leave remarked that one reason why the Welsh Regiment was not praised as it should be was that "gifts" came more often from the overseas Dominions." A Blaengarwite was asked, in the presence of a minister, if he had made any preparation for the next world. "Yes," said the person addressed, "I've got a life policy since Tve been in the valley! a Another Garwite had to face a seven- guinea bill after "swanking" on his holidays at Swansea. Dreadful, isn't it! It seems a pity he had to return home to cut coal to enable him to pay it. A Blaengarw lady boasted that her daughter, on her first attempt at playing the piano, played the "Dead March" lovely! We can't say the dead actually marched, but some neighbours who heard the playing sug- gested that the "firing party" should finish it! A fireman at one of our local collieries arrived a few hours late, and naturally caused a com- motion when he blamed the "crier" for an- nouncing "no work." It must have been disappointing to wake up in the middle of the dream! A Garwite just returned from a holiday re- lated how his father succeeded in obtaining cheap meals for the family. It appears a gun was invented which fired shrapnel when a flock of geese were "spotted," and when a goose was seen soaring, high explo- sives were let off. Where does the Defence of the Realm Act come in? We sympathise with the Blaengarw lady who made an expensive purchase of a present for her child in war time—and is now ashamed to show it. A sad accident happened near the Pantygog Sunday Market last Sunday. A horse that had strayed away from the Market fell down a quarry. The business chairman was soon on the scene, and instructed "Alex," the crack shot of the Market, to end the unfortunate animal's misery. With his usual business acumen, he followed up by selling the trap to the highest bidder, viz., the cockle merchant, who secured it for 25/ < He knocked the collar and broken tracings down to their saddler for 3/ and the meeting closing with the singing of A Perfect Day!" The Garw checkweigher who uses the dumb- bells after each journey of trams is weighed, is no doubt preparing for the great fight after the war. A local colliery painter spends his Sundays colouring his house! Re the alteration of clocks: who was the nut who, upon waking in the morning feeling tired, got up and turned the clock back 24 hours in order to have a day off?

OGMORE VALE. I Home on Furlough.-The many friends of I Cpl. W. D. James, R.W.F., were pleased to see him home on furlough looking fit and well, after three years' service in France. He was the son I of the late Mr. Isaac James, formerly landlord I of the Corbett Hotel, Ogmore Vale. In Hospital.rrhe many friends of Gunner W. Jones, R.F.A., will be sorry to hear that he is lying in hospital somewhere in France, and glad to learn that he is making satisfactory pro- gress. He was one of the most popular boys in the district. In civil life he worked at the Co- operative Stores, Ogmore Vale. He was also an active member of the local branch of the Shop Assistants' Union. Home from the War.—Sergt. G. Charles and Signaller Walter Howells; of the 9th Welsh, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Hopkin Charles, Commer- cial Street, Ogmore Vale and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Howells, Dunraven Terrace, are home for awhile. These lads have been in some of the biggest battles in France. They volunteered at the commencement of the war. They confirm I the rumour that Cpl. Gomer Treharne, 9th I Welsh, has received the Military Medal for res- cuing wounded under a heavy fire. In civil life these brave lads were employed at the Wynd- ham Colliery, and were extremely popular. Presentation.—A presentation took place on Saturday last at the King's Head Hotel, Ogmore Vale. In the unavoidable absence of Dr. Ander- son, Councillor Jack Howells presided over a crowded attendance. Mr. William Lewis, Glyn Street, Ogmore Vale, was presented with an em- blem and a handsome gold watch and chain, in recognition of his services for 14 years as secre- tary of the Bristol and West of England Society. The emblem was presented by Councillor Wm. Bowen, Abergwynn, and the watch and chain by Councillor Jack Howells. Speeches befitting the occasion were given by Mr. Leyshon I Williams, Aberkenfig; Mr. D. Lewis, Bettws,! and others, who spoke in glowing terms of the valuable work rendered by Mr. Lewis. A splendid musical programme followed. Songs I were rendered by Messrs. W. Burford, F. Chat- neld, J. Rogers, C. Kume, and others. Mr. W. field, J. (Nantymoel) ably presided at the piano. I A most enjoyable evening terminated with the I singing of the National Anthem.

Military Medal.-Pte. William Jones (Welsh Regiment), son of Mrs. Jones, 23 David Street, Blaengarw, has been awarded the Military Medal for conspicuous daring and courage whilst taking up provisions to the trenches under heavy shell fire. He enlisted soon after I the commencement of hostilities, and in civil life was employed at the Ffaldau Collieries, } Pontycymmer.

NANTYFFYLLON. I Success.—We are pleased to learn that Mr. Thomas Lewis, 10 Brown Street, secured the bronze medal at the recent examination of the National College of Music. 1111 Juvenile Choir.-The above choir is still main- taining its excellent record, and quite recently added fresh laurels. Last Saturday the choir suceeded in securing the first prize at Kenfig Hill, making the 23rd first prize in competi- tions. In addition, they have won four silver cups, and numerous other trophies. Without a doubt, this choir must have been the most suc- cessful in Wales during the last 12 months. I The greatest praise is due to Mr. D. C. Watkins, conductor, and Miss Adwen Williams, the able accompanist. A fortnight ago, the choir was engaged at the Pavilion, Porthcawl, and the ex- ceptionally high standard of singing evoked great enthusiasm. Bethlehem English Congregational! Church.— The recognition services of Rev. Ishmael Lewis as pastor of the above church were held on Wed- nesday afternoon last week, with most favour- able weather and circumstances. There was a good attendance. Rev. T. J. Rees, minister of Saron Welsh Congregational Chapel, -Nanty- ffyllon, presided. Atter a very appropriate' hymn, the service was introduced by Rev. Rees Griffiths, Tonypandy, a close friend of Rev. Ish- mael Lewis. A few touching remarks by way of advice were given by the Chairman to the church and pastor alike. The secretary (Mr. Rees John) delivered an interesting account of I the church and its work at the present time; also a brief history of the doings at Bethlehem I since the church was formed. Letters of con- gratulation were read from his late church at Woolwich, Mr. J. P. Davies, London; Rev. j Stephen Phillips, Llanelly; Professor J. Oliver I. Stephens, B.A., B.D., Carmarthen College; Rev. Ben Thomas, Berthlwyd, all expressing a high opinion of the qualities of Mr. 1. Lewis as mini- j ster, student, and friend. Letters regretting inability to attend were read from Rev. W. Evans ("Will Ifan"), Bridgend; Rev. W. T. Griffiths, Trinity, Nantyffyllon; lWv. D. C. Howells, Salem, Nantyffyllon; Mr. Thos. Rees I (Hen Glwyf), Nantyffyllon; Mr. William Rich- ards, Gwalia House; Messrs. D. L. Evans and' J. L. Jenkins, Maesteg. Several letters were received -too late to be read, one from Rev. Elvet Lewis, London.—Rev. Ben Davies, of the Eng- < lish Congregational Church, Maesteg, in brief I terms, wished the church at Bethlehem and its, pastor every success. Rev. S.. B. Samuels (Bar- goed) spoke of Mr. Lewis as an old school and f college-friend, and testified to his qualities as a i preacher and energetic worker. Rev. Cynlais Williams, Dyffryn Chapel, Caerau, Rev. J. M. Lewis, Tabernacle Chapel, Maesteg, and Mr. W. M. Lewis as one who had seen and given mgch of his services to the cause at Beth- lehem during the time the church was vacant, all referred highly to the new minister. Miss S. Bowen and Rev. Eurog Jones, Caerau, read some appropriate verses for the occasion. Mr. D. E. Lewis spoke as a deacon, and Mr. E. H. Mitchell as organist. The service was then addressed by the pastor, after which a recep- tion tea was held at the vestry, where a good number of willing workers had gathered, the caterer being Mr. Thomas Williams, of Caerau. —In the evening an entertainment was given by local artistes, the pastor presiding. Mrs. Ben Davies, Maesteg, accompanied on the piano. Mr. D. E. Lewis was responsible for the pro- gramme, which was as follows:—Solos, Miss Bevan, Mr. Idris Davies, Miss Jennie Griffiths, Master Nelson H. Greenslade, Miss M. A. Evans, Mr. John Coleman, Master Howard Evans; recitations, Miss Phyllis Novello Davies, Mr. loan Rowlands, A.V.C.M.; duet, Messrs. D. E. Lewis and Idris Davies. A vote of thanks to all who took part was proposed by Mr. D. J. Murray, and seconded by Mr. Rees John. A vote of thanks to the chairman was proposed by Rev. J. R. Dykins, Caerau, and seconded by Rev. Rees Griffiths, Tonypandy. A very en- joyable day was brought to a close by the sing- ing of the National Anthem. Mr. Lewis com- mences his new duties at Nantyffyllon with the best wishes of all members and friends for a successful ministry.

PONTYCYMM ER. Tabernacle. On Saturday night and Sunday last, excellent services were held at the Taber- nacle, and were well attended, the special preacher being Rev. Eynon Davies (London). During the services Miss May Harris (soprano), Swansea, contributed items that were much ap- preciated. The singing was under the conduc- torship of Mr. James Garfield, Miss Sarah Butler presiding at the organ. Killed in Action.—News has been received of the death in action in France of Pte. John Murray, 4th Batt., Seaforth Highlanders. Be- fore joining the Army, he held a post under the Scottish Wholesale Co-operative Society, and re- sided near Edinburgh. He was a brother of Mr. James Murray, cashier, Ffaldau Collieries, Pontycymmer.—Pte. David Lloyd, Welsh Regi- ment, nephew of Mr. Wm. Lloyd, librarian, Ffaldau Workmen's Institute, was killed in action on August 25th, after serving 18 months in France. He was highly respected. Prior to enlistment, he worked as a collier at the Ocean Colliery, Blaengarw.— We regret to learn that Mr. Robert Chard, 68 Bridgend Road, Ponty- cymmer, has received the sad news of the death in France of his son, Lance-Corpl. D. R. Chard, 17th Welsh Regiment, who was killed instan- taneously on the 5th inst.. Pte. Crad Harris, of I the same battalion, whose home is at 44 Bridg- end Road, Pontycymmer, writes:—"Dear Mr. | Chard,—It is with much regret that I write to inform you of the death of your son "Dai/' Being boys together, and one of his oldest friends, I feel it my duty to communicate with you, and at the same time to offer my sincere sympathy to you in the great loss you have. sustained. It may be some consolation to you to know that your son was well liked by us all. He was fearless, and always ready to do his duty. I tender my heart-felt sympathy with you in your hour of sorrow." The late soldier I joined the Army on Boxing Day, 1914, and served in France 15 months. Prior to the war he worked as a collier at the Ffaldau Collieries, Pontycymmer.

KENFIG HILL. I Eisteddfod.—A highly successful eisteddfod was held on Saturday in a spacious and well-' appointed marquee, and the whole district was en fete in honour of the occasion. The follow- ing are the principal awards :—Englyn Mr. John Lloyd (loan Cynffig), Kenfig Hill. Novice solo Mrs. Gowe, Kenfig Hill. Violin solo Glanmore Spiller, Bridgend. Contralto solo Madame Lizzie Davies, Tonypandy. Humorous recitation: Madame Pickford, Penarth. Novice recitation: Mr. William Hopkin, Kenfig Hill. Essay: Messrs. Herbert Jones and Augustus Jones. Tenor solo Mr. Joseph Evans, Kenfig Hill. Baritone solo: Mr. W. E. Llewellyn, Caerau, and Mr. David Jones, Maesteg. So- prano solo: Miss Edith Maud Lewis, Tony- pandy. Juvenile choirs NantySylion (Mr. D. C. Watkins). Chief choral: Skewen Choir.

COITY. I Winning Numoers of Richard Phillips' I (C,oity) Prize Drawing will appear on Sept. I 28th, 1917.-Evan Watkins, Secretary. 1131 1

PORTHCAWL. I Visitors are Invited to Inspect Ewenny | Pottery. Large Showroom with useful and ornamental Pottery, open daily. EdwinI Jenkins & Sons, Proprietors. 1026

CAERAU. I Result of Prize Drawing for the benefit of William Morris, of 5 Evans Terrace, Caerau. Winning numbers 1884; 3067; 1618; 3186; 1429; 1911; 314; 2514; 2901; 1423; 2507; 1594; 1541.-All 1 prizes to be claimed within 14 days. 1126

MAESTEG. I Musical Successes.—At a recent examination in connection with pianoforte playing, the fol- lowing pupils of Mrs. W. W. Paddison, Llynfi Road, Maesteg, were successful:—Elementary, Olwen Bowen, Dorothy Lewis (Cyinmer), and J. W. Janes; Primary, Idris Paddison; Interme- diate, Olwen Bowen. 1108 Thorny Problem.-Itev. J. T. Parry, minister of Zoar Welsh Congregational Chapel, is away this week at Llaudrindod Wells, attending a conference of the Temperance Party. Mr. Parry, believes that State Purchase and Local Option is the only practical legislation to deal satis- factorily with the drink question. Killed in Action.Pte. W. M. Jones, 15th Batt., R.W.F., was killed in action in France on July 31st, 1917. The gallant soldier was 231 years of age, and previous to the war was en- ) gaged in farm work. He was a member of the Glamorgan Yeomanry, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Jones, of Drysiog Farm, near Bryn. Much sympathy is felt with the relatives. War Diet.—The Food Control Committee, under the guidance of the chief executive officer (Alderman E. E. Davies) is making headway in the regulation of food supplies. Already the necessary forms have been sent out to house- holders for information as to the number of households, etc., and many of these have been returned to the Food Control Committee by re- turn of post. The committee is to be compli- mented upon the progress made in so short a time. Seion Choral Society.-On Sunday evening the Seion Choral Society, Caerau, under the leader- ship of Mr. Dan Griffiths, L.T.S.C., commenced rehearsing Haydn's "Creation," the oratorio de- cided upon for the next annual performance. Mr. Daniel Evans was elected chairman of the committee; Messrs. W. D. Thomas (Emporium) and D. O. Davies, joint secretaries. The con- ductor and committee are to be congratulated upon the selection of music, and deserve, support for undertaking work of such importance. Maesteg Wedding—On Saturday last at Taber- nacle Welsh Congregational Chapel, Bridgend, a pretty wedding was solemnised, the contract- ing parties being Miss L. A. Jenkins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Jenkins, Bethania St. Post Office, Maesteg, and Mr. John Phillips, eldest son of Mr. William Phillips, Gellieblig House, Llangynwyd. The bridc-wore a costume of grey, with black vellour hat, and was given away by her father. Rev. W. R. Bowen (Car- mel), Maesteg, and Rev. T. H. Morgans (Garth) officiated. After the ceremony, the party par- took of breakfast, and subsequently the newly- wedded pair left for the Mumbles, where the honeymoon was spent. Military Cross For Old Maestegian.-Captain F. Tavinor Rees, R.A.M.C., has just been awarded the Military Cross for gallantry in attending to the wounded under shell fire dur- ing the recent offensive near Ypres. The gallant doctor-w ho is a brother of Sir Beddoe Rees—is a native of Maesteg, and is a son of the late Mr. Isaac Rees, Neath Road, Maesteg. Before the war, he was house physician at St. Bartholo- mew's Hospital, London. He resigned his posi- tion in the hospital on going to France with the Welsh Division, crossing over in the autumn of 1915. He has served with the Welsh Division ever since, and has seen a considerable amount of actual fighting. Fire.—What might have been a very serious fire at the Bon Marche drapery establishment of Mr. W. Peel Davies, was averted by the prompt action taken by Mr. D. J. Kinsey, senior assist- ant, with the timely help of Mr. J. Rees, mana- ger of Pegler's Stores, whose premises are op- posite, and who saw the flames in the window. It seems Mr. Kinsey was lighting the gas jets in the window, and standing on a step ladder with a lighted taper in his hand. Having lit the gas, he was in the act of coming off the step- .ladder when his foot slipped, and he fell, the lighted taper igniting the millinery drapings, so that for some few minutes the window was ablaze. Assistants naturally became excited, and tradesmen rushed to the scene. The fire was extinguished, thought not before damage was done, amounting to at least t6 or £ 7. Soldier's Send Off.—On Friday evening Tucker's Imperial Cafe was crowded with an enthusiastic party' assembled for the purpose of giving a good send-off to Pte. Alford Thomas, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Wood Street, Maesteg, who returned to France after spending a well-earned ten days' leave. The function took the form of a supper and concert, over which Mr. Reuben G. Jenkins, Bethania Street Post Office, presided. Afterwards a fine pro- gramme was gone though, amongst those who took part being Miss Arona Jones, Master Glyn Waters, Miss U. Jones, and Mr. Rees Richards, the Maesteg tenor. The Chairman, in an ad- dress, said they were* all pleased to have Pte. Thomas in their midst, although it was not pleasant to wish him "Good-bye." He had great pleasure in calling upon Mr. Tal Llewellyn to make the presentation of a silver luminous wrist watch to Pte. Thomas, on behalf of the friends who had gathered that evening. Mr. Llewellyn, in a neat speech, made the presenta- tion.—Pte. Alford Thomas responding, thanVd all for their kindness. He fully appreciated their manifestations of gratitude and good- wishes towards him, and concluded with the sincere hope that he would be back for good in the near future.—After further songs and reci- tations, games were indulged in. Pte. Thomas left Maesteg on Saturday night by the 9.20, a party of friends journeying to Bridgend with him. Llynvi Glee Singers.—On Wednesday last week the Llynyi Glee Singers (under the conductor- ship of Mr. Llewellyn Morris) entertained the wounded at the Maesteg Hospital, and the en- tertainment was highly appreciated, both by sol- diers and nurses. The programme included tha. chorus, Away to the Forest," followed by an excellent rendering of "The Gallant Salaiiian- der," by Mr. Joseph Morgan. The choir then rendered, The Crusaders," which was highly appreciated. Miss C. E. Jones followed with a pianoforte solo, and won rounds of applause. The next item was a fine rendering of "Bonny Mary of Argyle," by Mr. Rees Richards, fol- lowed by an excellent rendering of "Radiant Morn," by Master Glyn Waters. The choir then rendered The Sailors' Chorus." The chairman (Mr. Walter Jones) gave a brief ad- dress, and on behalf of the partv distributed cigarettes amongst the soldiers. the next item was a novel competition for the wounded, which created roars of laughter, followed by the ..chorus, Pussy's in the Well/' Mr. Tom Petty in fine style rendered, "It's nice to get up in the morning." Mr. David Morris, who pos- sesses a voice of very full compass, rendered the "King's Own." Miss Cissie E. Jones played a very fine solo on the piano, followed bv the choir with The Roman War Song." Master Glyn Waters again rendered, "Hark! the Fathers' Bugle Calling," followed by the choir with The Hallelujah Chorus." Mr. Evan R. Miller presided at the piano. The rendering of "Hen wlad fy nhadau" and "God save the King," brought a most enjoyable evening to a close. Retirement of Inspector Sansom.—After a ser- vice in the Police Force of nearly 43 years, Police Inspector Sansom, of Maesteg, is retiring at the end of this month" He is a native of Weymouth, Dorset, and joined the Police Force at the age of 19 at Canton, Cardiff. At that time the Canton Station was a County Station, but in September of the same year the borough was extended, taking in Roath, Canton, and Grangetown. He then removed to Penarth, where he remained for two years, next removing to Porthcawl, where he was stationed for 12 months, after which he came to Maesteg, where he married. Soon afterwards he was transferred to Dinas Powis, where he was stationed for 12! years. During that time the Barry Dock was opened, and he was there the whole time of the dock construc- tion. In February, 1891, he was made sergeant, and again removed to Penarth, and in October, 1893, he came to Pontycymmer, and thence to Maesteg in August, 1903. Inspector Sansom has been Police Inspector at Maesteg for four- teen years. It is very gratifying to note that for the whole 43 years Inspector Sansom has had a clean record. Moreover, he has never been on the sick list for a single day. When he joined the force the highest number of men in the county was 218. At the outbreak of war this number had increased to 760. When the Inspec- tor joined Penarth and lower Grangetown were in Bridgend Police Division. The Inspector for Maesteg at that time was stationed at Penarth. When the existing Police Court at Bridgend was opened Inspector Sansom was present. The Court was opened by the late Rev. C. R. Knight in October, 1878. Previous to that Police Court business was transacted at the Old Town Hall. Inspector Sansom has been engaged in some of the most important cases in the county, and was selected for special duty on great occasions. When Royalty visited the county so recent as 1913, in the Rhondda Valley, Inspector Sansom was in charge of the detective staff. He holds a long service medal, presented to him by Lord Windsor about four years ago. He will be completing his long service at Maesteg on the 28th inst., and intends to live there in retire- ment. NANTYMOEL. Musical.-At the examinations held recently by the Associated Board of the R.A.M. and R.C.M., in Pianoforte Playing, Master Dannie Vaughan, Llanharan Terrace, passed the Lower Division, obtaining a high percentage of marks. He is a pupil of Mr. O. S. Morgan, L.R.A.M., Pontycymmer. 1125 Thanksgiving Services.-St. Peter's Welsh Church held their harvest festival on Sunday and Monday last. The officiating clergymen were Rev. E. Illtvd Jones, Ferndale, and Rev. P. Francis, Treorky. The church was nicely decorated for the occasion, and there was a good gathering. The services were hearty through- out. Mr. R. James led the singing, and Miss Williams (The Farm) presided at the organ. The evening service was fully choral. The flowers, fruit, and vegetables were sent as a gift to Coytrahen Red Cross Hospital. Military Wedding at Nantymoel.A pretty wedding was solemnised at Saron Baptist Church, Nantymoel. The contracting parties were Pte. R. F. G. Bellworthy (Devons), the only son of Mr. and Mrs.,Bellworthy, Axmin- ster, Devon, and Miss J. Jones, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Jones, Osborne Terrace. The duties of best man devolved upon the bride's brother, Gunner W. M. Jones, R.F .A., aided by ,Sgt. J. Ll. Jones, R.E., and L.-Cpl. W. D. Thomas, D.L.I. Miss Gwen Jones (sister of the bride), Miss Lizzie Jones (cousin), and Miss Betty Jones were the bridesmaids. The bride, who was given away by her father, was suitably attired in a navy blue costume, and the bridesmaids wore serge coat-dresses. The little bridesmaid, Miss Betty Jones, wore a pretty white dress trimmed with pink ribbon. • The happy couple left for Devonshire, where the honeymoon was spent. The presents | received were costly and numerous. A large number of spectators came to the chapel to wit- ness the ceremony, and to wish well to the young couple. The officiating minister was the Rev. M. J. Mills. Competitive Meeting.—On Saturday evening, at Dinam Hall, a successful competitive meeting was held under the auspices of the Sunday Schools by the Welsh C.M. denomination of Dinam, Hermon, and Glynogwr. The chairman was Mr. Edward Jones, Ogmore Vale, and the conductor Mr. Morgan Williams, Glynogwr. Adjudicators: Music, Mr. J. Butler, Ponty- cymmer. literature, Rev. E. M. Evans, Blaen- garw. The following won prizes in the several competitions:—Singing (under 10): 1, E. B. Evans; 2, Mary Williams; 3, Garfield Jenkins. Ditto (under 13) 1, Miriam Jenkins; 2, Mary Rees; 3, Blodwen Enoch. Ditto (under 16): 1, Aerona Evans; 2, Miriam Jenkins. Recitation (under 16): 1, Miriam Jenkins; 2, Aerona Evans; 3, Laura Williams. Answering ques- tions out of The Mother's Gift": 1, E. B. Evans. Recitation (under 21): 1, Aerona Evans. Treatise on "John, the Beloved Apostle": Dilys Lewis, Ogmore Vale. Essay: Thomas Jenkins. Best composed tune for child- ren Owen Jones, A.C., Ogmore Vale. Baritone solo: James Rees, Ogmore Vale. Pianoforte solo (under 12): 1, Mary Rees; 2, Ronald Nicholas; 3, Novello Jenkins. Ditto (under 15): Aerona Evans. Recitation of Hymn 69: 1, Eiluned Jenkins; 2, Mair Jenkins; 3, Garneld Jenkins. Recitation of Psalm viii.: 1, Muriel Jenkins; 2, E. B. Evans; 3, Dewi Rees. Reci- tation (under 13) 1, Mair Evans; 2, Betty Rees 3, Olwen Williams; 4, Novello Jenkins. Choral competition: Dinam Children's Choir (led by Miss Aerona Evans).

I BLAENGARW. Flag Day.-0f nag days, it has truthfully been said, tfhere appears to be no end—though the recent effort at this place (in aid ot Lord Roberts' Memorial Workshoys) is one that ap- peals to sympathies and sentiments that are common to all classes. In connection with the movement, thanks are due to Councillor Frederick John (treasurer) and to Miss Bessie Morgan, "Preswylfa," the capable organising secretary. Appended are the results of the col- lection Misses Beatrice Morgan and G. Sparkes, £1 Os 8id; L. M. Davies and A. Kil- lacky, £1 4s lyd, B. Davies, 9s 4d £ L. Fudge, 15s 4jd; L. Spurkes and O. Morgan, £1 5s 8d; B. Davies and' C. Williams, 7s 2d; M. Roberts and 1. Richards, 13s 9d; A. Morris and E. Evans, 4s 5d; 1. M. Davies and M. Kent, £1 Os 2d; u. Davies and M. Rowlands, 8s 3d; E. Hicks and 1\1-. A. Morgan, lis 8d; N. Jones and E. Miles, 8s 101<1; Evans and B. Morgan, .£2 3s 3d.-total, X10 12s lOd. Verses from the Front.—The war zone is hardly a place for poetry, though the poet (like the soldier) cannot be suppressed, and the spirit may inspire his muse under circumstances dole- ful and dreadful. Hence the following lines anent a popular Garw Military Medalist, viz., Pte. W. J. Ridgeway, R.A.M.C., by "someone in France" :— ♦ Somewhere in France, on duty bent, An ambulance man "Tres Bon"; He's always happy and "Tres" content, And we call him William John. One day we were filling sand bags, In the trenches, with helmets on; "Has anyone here seen a 'one man band'?" Was the cry of William John. When out of the trenches, and daily task and routine and fatigues were on, You would oft-times hear the sergeant ask, "Where the deuce is William John?" When mischief was rife and lark was on foot He would always be consulted upon; If the boys had been tricked in the billet, "I'll bet 'twas William John." He'd a nice voice; he jiist love'd to sing; At a concert he'd, aye, do his share, And one night the hall with laughter rang, At his organ tune, "Apres La Guerre." For good work in the Somme four medals we got, And all were right honestly won; They were Jonet>, Nick, and Holkins-a jolly fine lot, And our genial William John. PRINTED AND PDBUSHBD BY THII CBNTEAL GLAMO&UAS PRINTING AND PUBLISWN'1 COMPANY, LTD., At THE GtAlIOESAN GAZETTH" OFFICES, QUlla STRBET, BRIDGEND, GLAMORGAN. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st, 1917.