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MAESTEG.
MAESTEG. For the Cottage HospitaL-The Town Hall was packed on Sunday night when the picture entitled "Christmas" was exhibited under the supervision of Mr. R. Dooner. The pro- ceeds were in aid of the Cottage Hospital. Accident.—A man named T. S. Powis, 40 Park Street, whilst following his employment at the Ca,erau Colliery, the property of Messrs. North's Navigation Co., sustained injuries to his tegs and abdomen through a piece of coal suddenly falling on him. Mutual Improvement Society-At Siloh Welsh Congregational Chapel, Rev. J. R. Evans presiding, a very enthusiastic meeting was held ra connection with the Young People's Mutual Improvement Society, when an open discussion took place on the "Percgl yr un 4<lent. I Funeral-The funeral of Mr Richard Richards (Plasnewydd Street), took place on Thursday afternoon. Rev. J. T. Parry, assisted by RER. W. R. Bowen, officiated at the house. The interment wa- at Llangvnwyd. Rev. W. R. BowM officiated at the graveside, and paid a glowing tribute to the memory of the de- parted. Mr. S. H. Page conducted the 3ing. ing. Eisteddfodic Success.—At Port Talbot Eistedd- fod on Saturday las, the Maesteg Male Voice Choir (conductor, Mr. Mvnach Da vies), was successful in dividing the first prize of £ 30 with "Gwalia," Morriston. The test piece was "Martyrs of the Arena." In the result the competition stands between Morriston and Maesteg United. The following are the marks:—Neath, 93; Tydraw, 90; Skewen, 95; Ton Pentre, 89; Pontycymmer, 94; Mor- riston, 98; Maesteg United, 98. Preaching Services. At the half-yearly preaching service, of Caerau Welsh Congre- gational Church, on Sunday, Rev. D. John, pastor, conducted the services. The special preacher was Rev. Dyfnallt Owen (Carmar- then) whose discourses were edifying and in- spiring. The chapel was crowded on Monday evening, the rev. gentleman delivering an address on "Patrwn Bywyd." Councillor Jenkin Jones (manager of the Cwmdu Col- lieries) presided. There was a large attend- ance. The usual vote of thanks to the Chairman and speakers concluded the ser- vice. Wesley English Church.—A series of meetings was held on Sunday And Monday, when Rev. Henry Carter, London, occupied the pulpit. On Sumlay afternoon a public meeting was held, presided over by Mr. Evan Williams, sub-agent to the Miners' Federation, in the unavoidable absence of Mr. Vernon Hart- shorn, M.P. The speaker (Rev. H. Carter) I took for his subject "Labour and Liquor." Questions were put and satisfactorily ans- wered. On Monday evening Councillor John HugheA, J. P., Chairman of the District Council, presided over a crowded public meeting, at which Rev. H. Carter spoke on "The Church and Labour, and happily pointed to a common platform for a common cause. Collections were made for the church funds.
CAERAU AND NANTYFFYLLON.
CAERAU AND NANTYFFYLLON. Rev. Mynddin Thomas, Pastor of Hope Baptist Chapel, Caerau, has accepted a unanimous call to Penclawdd. Mr. Thomas was very popular in the district as an organ- iser of concerts, eisteddfodau, etc., and was second to none in this respect. The Nantyffyllon Juvenile Choir, under the skilful leadership of the popular conductor Mr. D. C. Watkins, added another win to the long list of successes by capturing the first prize at Port Talbot Eisteddfod on Sat- urday last The test piece was "Autumn Days" They were highly complimented by the adjudicator The many friends of Mr. W. F Llewellyn, the local baritone, will be pleased to hear that he has been adding a considerable sum to his banking acount during the past week. At Barrv on Wednesday the 10th inst.. he won the Baritone Solo and Champion Solo. At Trehirris on Thursday he captured the Champion Solo, and won both Baritone and Champion Solos at Port Talbot last Satur- day. Tal Jones, the local boxing idol, journeyed to mnnchester on Tuesday, to fulfil an en- gagement at the Free Trade Hall. his op- ponent being Frank Kestrell, Cardiff. Both tads fought at catch-weights. Jones had the advantage in height and reach, but Kestrell at once got to work wit,h both hands, and scored cleverly to the head, Jones boxing in good style and playing to the body. His hitting was more powerful, and he forced the work, and began to wear his opponent down. After Kestrell had been severely punished, the referee stoppd the contest in the tenth round, and gave his verdict to Jones. The committee of the recent vegetable show have forwarded 63 guineas to the Cot- tage Hospital Committee, the proceeds of the show. The committee are to be highly con- gratulated upon the result of their first effort, which is very gratifying and encour- aging to those responsible. The president of the show was Mr. David Evans, M.E., who was instrumental in making the show such a success. Others who worked assiduously were Messrs. W. Starr, Fred Smith, and M. Griffiths, who acted in official capacities. The committee intend meeting the first week in January to make the preliminary arrange- ments for the 1920 show. The Coliseum, Caerau, was the central at- traction last Sunday evening. A grand sacred concert was held, and long, before the advertised time the spacious hall wab filled hundreds failing to gain admission. The programme had been arranged by Mr. W. D. Thomas, who got together some of the best vocal talent in the Valley. In the un- avoidable absence of Rev. Rhys Davies (victsr), the chair was occupied by Mr. C. P. Walters. The first item was a fine rendering of "Martyrs of the Arena," by a male choir of about 24, conductda by Mr. W. D. Thomas. The recitative in this chorus was finely exe- cuted by Mr. Isaac Davies, and the quartette > Messrs. Isaac Davies, W. White, and Evan and Wiilie Jenkins was splendid. Mf. Arthur Francis followed with a pleasing performance of "Island of Dreams." %"Sonny" was next given bv Mr. W. E. Llewellyn, and the Party afterwards sang Dr. Parry's "Pit- grims." The soloist was Mr. Evan Jenkins This was a very fine performance, the soloist j being exceptionally good. The appreciation of this item was evidenced by loud applause. Miss Jennie Griffiths, the well-known con- tralto, contributed that beautiful solo, "0' Sacred heid once wounded. with wonderful effect. Messrs. White and .Jenkins sang the duett "Soldier nd Comrade" in fine stvle. and well merited the rounds of cheers. Fcl lowin,r this the Partv "ang a chorus from Maunders "Murtvrs." Mr. William Davie gaYe a.,vo-rv intelligent and impressive ren- dering oF "Lead Kindlv Light." and was loudlv enrored. "Honour and Arms" was sung bv Mr W. E. Llewellyn in great style. Do also was encored, and responded with a • beautiful rendering of Dafydd y Garreg Wen." The Party contributed another chorus from Maunders' "Martyrs," which termin- ated the programme. Great praise is due to Mr. W. D. Williams, Nantyffyllon, for the excellent manner in which he carried out his duties as pianist. The usual vote of thanks and the singing of "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau" brought an excellent concert to a close. The proceeds were towards the Welsh National Memorial Fund.
MAESTEG TRAGEDY. I
MAESTEG TRAGEDY. I —————- w CASE SENT FOR TRIAL. I Before the Magistrates sitting at Bridg- end Police Court on Friday, the hearing was re- sumed of the charge against George Ellis (61), a collier, for the alleged murder of his landlady, Mrs. Harriet Williams, of 6 Turber- ville Street, Garth, Maesteg, by shooting her. Mr. David Llewellyn (Messrs. Lewis and Llewellyn, Bridgend) appeared for the Director of Public Prosecutions, and Mr. J. R. Snape, Maesteg, defended. Prisoner seemed in a livelier mocd than on the previous day. He was again allowed to be seated, and" the bandage now removed from his face revealed a slight scar. Dorothy Jones, a domestic servant em- ployoo by Mrs. Williams, said that she was in the back kitchen of the house when she heard the report of a gun in the middle kitchen, where George Ellis and Mrs. Wil- litanis were: She went out to inform the Police. She had not heard any quarrelling between Mrs. Williams and George Ellis that morning. If there had been any she would have been bound to hear it. She had. never heard of any quarrel at any time between George Ellis or anyone else in the house sinee she had been in service there. John Rees, a neighbour, said he went into the back kitchen after Mrs. Williams had been shot, and fov^d George Ellis and his brother, Thomas Ellis, struggling together behind the back kitchen door. Thomas Ellis said to witness, "Come quick. I have got too weak to hold George any longer." A neighbour, John Edwards, forced George Ellis down and tied his hands with a muffler. Mr. David Llewellyn asked witness what statement was made to him by Thomas Ellis, but Mr. Snape objected on the ground that there was no evidence that George Ellis was conscious at the time the statement was al- leged to have been made. Witness, replying to Mr. Llewellyn, said that George Ellis became unconscious after his hands were tied, and witness was not able to say whether he was conscious or not. The statement was made while they were tying George. John Edwards, another neighbour, gave evidence of helping the previous witness and Thomas EMis in tying the accused. Thomas John son of the debased woman, crave evidence, and in cross-examina- tion by Mr. Snape, alleged that George Ellis had shot his mother out of revenge. P.O. David Jones, of Cwmdu, said when he was called George Ellis was lying on the floor of the back kitchen unconscious, with his hands tied. The Chairman (Mr. D. H. Lloyd) said the Denoh were satisfied that a orima facie case had been made out. Prisoner was commit- ted to the Assizes on a charge of wilful murder.
MAESTEG LICENSING CASES. !____
MAESTEG LICENSING CASES. At Bridgend Police Court on Saturday- before Alderman William Llewellyn (chairman) and other Magistrates:—Richard Williams, land- lord of the Horse and C^rooin Hotel, Maesteg, was summoned for having on Nov. 25th per- mitted beer to be consumed before 12 o'clock; whilst David Evans, draper's assistant; Elias Jones, collier, Maesteg; James Richards, police constable, Caerphilly; and William Jones, police constable, Ton Pentre, were charged with being unlawfully upon the premises.—Mr. J. R. Snape defended. P.S. James Walsh said at 1.10 a.m. (midnight) on the Tuesday in question he visited the smoke room of the Horse and Groom, and found the four men mentioned. They said they had been invited, and they had had a few drinks. There were glasses about, and Williams admitted they had been drinking.—Mr. Snape: I think two of the men are police constables?—I don't say so. They have already been dealt with.—Mr. Snape: Yes, I know; disciplinary action has been taken.—Inspector Rees Davies: Not for this ,offence, sir.—Mr. Snape (ty witness): You have. made enquiries, and ascertained the two police officers served for some years in the Army?- Yes.—And had a distinguished Army career, like yourself ?—Yes.—By the Chairman: They were in plain clothes, and off duty.—Mr. Snape ad- mitted the fact". and made -ome remarks in ex- planation of the circumstances, and in mitiga- tion of the offence. The two police officers had been in the Army. They had only recently re- turned, and were partaking of light refresh- ment at an hour which he (Mr. Snape) conceded was unreasonably late. The licensee, too, was in a difficult position. These men called in the ordinary course of duty, and in the exercise of their supervision, and if such men made a re- quest. he did not say an exemplary, but an or- dinary, licensee might easily fall into momen- tary temptation. Also, he submitted, there was nothing previously against the licensee, or any of the other defendants. Having regard to all he had said, he appealed to the Magistrates to deal leniently with the case.—The Chairman asked how long the constables had been in the force.—Inspector Rees Davies replied that Rich- ards was in the force before the war, and alto- gether had served six years. James had been nine months in the force, and served in the Welsh Guards. They had been fined by the Chief Constable (not for the offence now charged but for being absent without leave on the occa- sion).—The Bench, having regard to defendants' antecedents, called upon each to pay the costs, and there was no conviction in either of the cases. Catherine Jones, widow, licensee of the Odd- fellows' Hotel, also Maesteg, was summoned for permitting drunkenness, and Edward Thomas, collier, was charged with being upon the pre- mises.—For the defence, Mr. David Llewellyn admitted that Thomas was on the premises, and that'his state wa,, as described; at the same time submitting that Mrs. Jones took all reasonable precautions.—P. £ James Walsh deposed that at 9.30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 28th, he (with P.C. Wyde) visited the hotel. Entering the smoke- room they were met by the barmaid (Miss Harding), and saw Edward Thomas sitting in the arm chair, with his head leaning forward and his chin resting on his chest, and another man was trying to arouse him. Witness saw at a glance that the man was drunk, and called upon him to stand up. Trying to do sc, he fell forward on the table at which he was sitting. Witness caught hold of him, and asked the hrensee why she allowed a man in that condi- ti. a on the premises. She replied, "I have not ,{: yed him since 7 o'clock, when he was in the and I then sent him out." Thomas was i'.able to give his name, and they conducted to the Police Station, where he was de- fined. Later, witness called on the licensee ilid told her she would be reported fot-permit- t n;, drunkenness. Mrs. Williams asked hrn not to do that, and went on: "I had a vound before you came in, and then everything wa> all right. I used to keep my father at the loor. and they had stronger beer than I have." -By Mr. Llewellyn: The man was not leaning )n the chair talking to Morgan Morgan. The aiKtlady said, "He has been ir the house earlier in the evening, and went out, and returned."— Mr. Llewellyn: We agree on the main points. [ admit he was drunk. The question is—htfw ong had he been there? The advocate pro- ceeded to explain that Mrs. William** having previously had trouble with the same man, was particularly careful not to allow Thomas to "go over the mark" on this occasion. She re- :ued to supply him at 7 o'clock, and he left. Cnknown to her, he returned, and just then the entered.—Morgan Morgan, who was with Thomas, said the sergeant asked the latter to kmd on one leg, "whieh he failed to d<5."—Mr. Llewellyn raised the point that if the man had been supplied with drink, they would surely have heard something about it in the police evi- dence.—The landlady, in evidence, repeated the .acts. Early in the evening she asked the man to leave. He went, and she was surprised to ;ee him again later. Had ->he known about his return, she certainly would not have allowed aim to remain. She had had previous trouble with him, and that was why at 7 o'clock she ordered him to go.—By Inspector Rees Davies I don't know where he went after 7 o'clock. I agree he was in a helpless condition.—Mr. Merrit (dentist) gave confirmatory evidence.— The name of Edward Thomas was called, but there was no response, and no appearance.—The Sergeant: He challenged us to fi,ht.-The Chairman said there was not sufficient evidence igainst the licensee to justify a conviction. However, the whole circumstances were sus- picious, and the police were justified in taking action. In the case of the licensee there would be no conviction, but she must pay the costs, 4s. The other defendant, who was responsible for all the trouble, would be fined = £ 1.
MAESTEG URBAN DISTRICT COUNCILI
MAESTEG URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL I The fortnightly meeting of the Maesteg Urban District Council was held at the Coun- cil Offices on Tuesday evening. There were present Mr. John Hughes (in the chair), Messrs. W. Jones, A. Nicholas, D. Davies, Jeakin Jones, R. Griffiths, T. E. Hopkins, J.P., W. J. Watkins, Thomas Rees, Phillip Jones, Thomas Lewis J.P., W. Betty. George John, John Thomas, with the deputy sur- veyor (Mr. E. J. Moore), the sanitary in- spector (Mr. G. E. Howellis), and the clerk (Mr. E. E. Davies). Arising out of the minutes of the Highways Committee, Mr. T. E. Hopkins, J.P., opposed the recommendation of the committee to spend the money recommended by the county surveyor on the Church Street Bridge, on the Ewenny Road and Craigyfedw bridges in- stead. The surveyor's estimate of the work of widening the Church Street bridge in- cluded also the purchase of a portion of the London House property, which would widen the road into Commercial Street, which was not intended, and consequently that only had the .effect of putting up the estimated cost to a prohibitive amount. The spirit of the resolution passed by the Council was to widen the bridge only. He did not know where the surveyor had his instructions from to include the purchasing of this property. The cost was estimated at £ 8,815, and the county surveyor had recommended a grant of something like £ 2.204, and the committee seeing such a margin of difference decided to ask the county surveyor to recommend spending this latter amount on the other two bridges..—The Chairman read the min- utes of the Council authorising the surveyor to prepare plans and estimates of cost for widening Church Street bridge and the Toad to Commercial Street.—Mr. John Thomas, as Chairman of the Highways Committee, said they all knew that the Ewenny Road bridge and Craigyfedw bridge were on the highway. The Church Street bridge, in comparison, was only a back Lino, and the committee thought as they were only promised a grant of V,,204 it was better to ask the county surveyor to recommend this grant for the other two bridges.—Mr. T. E. Hopkins did not agree with Mr. Thomas that the Church Street bridge was only serving a back lane, as it was a proper parish road, where hun- dreds of motor cars were passing every week, and no child could pass that way without be- ing in danger of being run over.—The Chairman: Let me correct you again, Mr. Hopkins. The scheme is for widening the rod into Commercial Street.—Mr. T. E. Hopkins: The object of the estimate is to knock the proposition on the head.—Council- lor A. Nicholas: Is there any prospect of get- ting the grant for the Ewenny Road and Craigyfedw bridges? Neither are en the main road, and I don't think the Road Board will grant it. And we are risking the opportunity of losing the grant fcr the Church Street bridge ?-Mr. W. J. Watkins: We visited Church Street bridge and consid- ered it a. very important road. There was no room on the bridge for two wheelbarrows to pass each other.—Mr. W. Jones: This mat- ter should be discussed in committee.—Mr. David Davies: Was it the intention to widen the bridge only?—Mr. George John: No, we passed tbit it involved the buying of this London House property.—Mr. Jenkin Jones moved the adoption of the report, and it was carried.—An application was read from Mr. Sbufflebottom for the installation of electric light to his stall in the market.—Mr. William Thomas, the market inspector, said Mr. Dooner was not prepared to discuss the mat- ter of supplying the light without the sanc- tion of the Council.—Mr. Jenkin Jones aid the light was very bad.—Mr. Nicholas: Can we give permission with safety ?—Mr. Jenkin Jones: If the wires were properly cased there is no danger.—It was decided to grant per- mission. subject to. the approval of the sur- veyor. Mr. William Thomas, the market in- spector, was granted permission to close the market on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day.—A letter was rend from the clerk of the Bridgend District Council ask- ing the Council to support a resolution for the setting-up of a stamping office at Bridg- end, as much time was lost in having to go to Cardiff for this purpose.—It was decided to support the resolution.—A letter was read from the Board of Guardians stating they decided not to re-open the question of unify- ing the Maesteg rates.—Application was re- ceived from Messrs. Dooner amY the proprie- tors of the New Theatre for permission to open on Christmas Day, which was granted subject to applicants exhibiting suitable pictures. "Absolutely Without Foundation."—Messrs. William Jones and Thomas Rees had been de- puted to visit the Isolation Hospital to inves- tigate some unpleasantness which appeared to be going on, and to report the result of their in- vestigation to the Council.—Mr. Thomas Rees submitted the report, and said he went to the Hospital in company with Mr. William Jones. In the first place they dealt with the ordinary requirements of the institution, such a, materials and other ordinary necessities, after which they entered into the question of the charges brought by James Davies, of 10 River- side St., which they found to be absolutely un- founded. All the children, in answer to ques- tion- said they were quite contented; had suffi- cient food, and were quite satisfied with the treatment. They liked the matron and the nurse; in fact, the only thing that vexed two little girls was that they might have to leave before Christmas. The place was scrupulously clean, and in their opinion everything that could be done w:n dona. The complaints were absolutely unfounded.—Mr. W., Jones endorsed every word that wa-. said, and thought the Council should appoint visitors to go every month and insist upon getting a report.—Mr. George John moved the adoption of the report, saying he had every confidence that it was a true statement.—Mr. Jenkin Jones having secon- ded, the Council unanimously agreed that the ;harges were unfounded, and that the Clerk .vrite a letter to that effect. A letter was read from the Great Wsetarn Railway goods manager at Swansea, stating that ,he Council's letter was receiving consideration In CGIlllectioll with the extension of the goods- iked and crane for the station yard, and the luestion of Nantyffyllon had not been over- looked.—Mr. Vernon Hartshorn, M.P., also ,vrote, saying he was in communication with the railway superintendent and the Ministry of fransport.-Mr Nicholas moved that as no men- cion was made of additional sidings, it be brought again before the authorities.—Mr. T. E. liopkins seconded, adding that the Railway Company were treating goods and passenger jraiiic very badly. The only remedy was for the Barry Railway to have running powers to the Llynvi Valley, and now that the Govern- ment controlled the railways it was an oppor- tune time to have the matter brought to their aotice.—Mr. Jenkin Jones thought the Com- pany could put up a "creeper" to carry goods jver a number of sidings rather than allow perishable goods to waste. New methods to meet emergencies should be adopted. The pre- sent arrangements existed when he was a boy.— Mr. A. Nicholas said tradesmen and the public were put to serious inconvenience. The engine lor shunting purposes was only available for a few hours in the morning. Any trucks not ar- ranged for unloading were then left till the next day, and he had seen trucks of goods standing, in the station for a fortnight. There were 50 or 00 trucks full of goods in the sidings now.—It was eventually decided that a deputation of the Council and the tradesmen visit the station with a view of presenting a report to the proper authorities.—Mr. Thomas Rees also moved that steps be taken to consider the position at Nan- tyffyllon.—A letter was read from Mr. J. W. H utchinn. general manager of North's Navi- gation Collieries, in reply to a letter from the clerk of the Council with regard to granting a 35 years' lease to allotment plots, stating that some of these had applied for terms to buy the land right out. The Tonna Dafydd allotment was on a building site, and in view of the necessity of houses, they could not very well tie this land up for 35 years. He was consulting the direc- tors on the matter.
.| MAESTEG COTTAGE HOSPITAL.…
MAESTEG COTTAGE HOSPITAL. Mr. David Evans, M.E., presided over an Executive Committee meeting of the Maes- teg Cottage Hospital.—It was decided that a committee meet to draft an appeal for funds and that the appeal be published in the local Press.—A letter was read from the secretary of the R.A.O.B. Ledge, held at the Star ?e, held -it the Star Hotel, intimating their intention of organis- ing a ball, the proceeds to go to the Hospital, but stated that the Council would not grant an extension of time, and asking the com- mittee if they could use their iniiuenoe.—Mr. A. G. Hicks said he did not think the com- mittee could do anything regarding the mat- ter.—It was decided that Mr. Percy attend the meeting of the lodge on Thursday even- ing to make the" necessaryarrange.ments.- Mr. Richard Dooner forwaroed a cheque for -t:77 3s. 4d., which included f2 2s. from Mr. Sydney Jenkins, charabanc proprietor, re- ceipts from a concert at the Town Hall on Sunday evening last.—The question of the various organisations throughout the valley being represented on the General Committee discussed at length, and it was eventu- ally decided that the secretary write to each of the 13 organisations named, asking them to appoint a representative 011 the General Committee.—It was also agreed that Mr. E. Williams be appointed on the Executive Com- mittee also that Bryn workmen be asked to appoint another man on the General Com- mittee in place of Mr. Davies, whose name would be removed to the Executive Commit- tee.—Mr. Ben Miles having been placed on the Executive Committee, it was decided that Duffryn workmen appoint another represen- tative on the General Committee.—Mr. A. J. Hicks announced that Caerau workmen had granted jElOO to the hospital for general pur- poses.—It was agreed that two ladies from each Ward be appointed on the Executive Committee, and the suggestion that the ladies appoint amongst themselves was adopted.—The Chairman impressed the im- portance of all being present at the general meeting on Friday evening, when the plans of the suggested alterations would be on the table. He also expected that all the directors would be present.
11 GARW.
11 GARW. I PONTYCYMMER. R.A.O.B.-The new lodge opened at the Braichcymmer Hotel, Pontyrhyl, is going strong, and many members have been en- rolled. Presentation.—On Monday evening, at the Garw Higher Elementary School, Mr. F. G. White (woodwork master) was presented by the scholars of his manual class with a valu- able pipe and tobacco pouch, as a mark of the high appreciation in which he is held. Mr. White suitably returned thanks. Burglary.-Sorne nefarious person or persons have been at it again. On this occasion the dwelling house of Mr. and Mrs. Austin Dawe, Albany Road, Pontycymmer, was enteral by way of the kitchen window in the a bsence of the family in the evening between 8.30 and 9.30. The whole house was ransacked, and valuables such as watches weTe left alone. The sum of £-8 was taken in notes and silver. Rugby Football.-A pubiic meeting, under the auspices of the Pontycymmer Rugby Football Association, was held at the Ffaldau Insti- tute on Thursday evening last. The Chair- man spoke eloquently of the advisability of in every way supporting winter sports. A resolution was passed pledging all present to do their best to raise the standard physically and financially, and a lso to do all in their power to influence the Council to provide a. new ground for next season. Concert.—A successful concert was held at the Public Hall, Pontycymmer, on Sunday even- ing in aid of the Pontycymmer Town Band, which is putting forth strenuous efforts to ac- cumulate funds for the purchase of new instru- ments. Although a few substitutes had to be made, everything went on in good form. In the absence of Councillor John Williams, the duties of chairman were performed by Mr. Charles Gunter. Several selections were given by the band. The following acquitted them- selves admirably :-Missi May James, contralto; Mr. Tom Williams, baritone; Mr. David Thomas, tenor; Miss Laura Absalom, elocution- ist. Miss S. Butler, L.R.A.M. ,was the accom- panist. Noddfa Y.P.S.—There was a splendid attend- ance at the usual weekly meeting of Noddfa Y.P.S., when a very interesting and edifying lecture was delivered by the Rev. J. Jenkins, M.A. (Gwili), of Cardiff. The lecturer is a poet preacher of considerable merit, and in his own inimitable style, he dealt with "Bob"—a character study from Daniel Owen's Welsh novel "Rhys Lewis." In the opinion of the lec- turer some of the passages in "Rhys Lewis" can be classed with the best in any literature, and as a delineator of character the late Daniel :)wen was a master. Mr. J. Prosser presided, and the service was opened in praying by Mr. Dl. Lewis. A very pleasing rendering of "Perfect Day," in Welsh, was given by Miss C. J. Thomas. Miss M. Bishop accompanied. A vote of thanks to the lecturer was proposed by Mr. E. J. Saunders, B.A., and seconded by Mr. Reyonlds (Co-op.) Rev. W. Saunders also spoke.
GARW GLEANINGS I
GARW GLEANINGS I Benefits by way of concerts, drawings, etc., are just now very numerous in the district, and it is thought in some circles that a new method of a "general fund" should be formulated, and managed by a representative body, so that all needy cases may have their proper share of sup- port. Not for a moment is it suggested that any past or present benefit has been or is given undeservedly, but there are many needy cases that have not been aided from any source owing in some instances to a certain praise- worthy aversion against asking for charity, or lack of someone with sufficient organising powers to move in the desired direction. May we suggested that the Trades and Labour Coun- cil, Chamber of Trade, and other bodies should take up the matter, as that would undoubtedly be of great advantage to all sections of the community. We are glad to understand that the women in this district intend making a strong protest to the proper authorities against the exorbitant milk prices. The lead given by the women at Swansea (where a petition has been signed by 10,000) should be an incentive. el All Garwites wish Miss Mary Harding every possible happiness and prosperity on relinquish- ing her post of teacher at the Pontycymmer Council School. Who is the lady from the lower end of the valley that is greatly surprised the "Gleanings" man is "in the know" about what takes place there? If you come across any incident in your local- ity that is of interest, kindly write to him. You may surprise others then. One of the young men who is so fond of sing- ing Alice, where art thou?" is ver yperturbed because we used the singular intsead of the plural. We apologise, and are glad to hear that peace reigns once more in that locality. Who is the lady that keeps her boots in the oven? Surely, not for the same reason that the market member keeps his clock there? A little boy asked his step-mother for a piece of bread and butter. The hard-hearted one gave him a dry crust, which he disconsolately tried to eat, seated on the door-step. Just then a "Triggy" greyhound came along, and looked askance at the child, who broke the crust in half, and tossed a bit to the dog, with the remark, "Take this; very likely you have a step-mother, too!" Trigg's rheumatism cure greatly amused his Saturday evening customers. :t The facial expressions of a local landlord t (when under treatment) resembled something between a comic artiste and the Monkey Brand advertisement. Pleased to learn that Major and Mrs. Veagh, daughter and son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Hughes, Ffaldau House, Ponty- cymmer, have arrived at the Malay States, after a long and weary voyage. County Councillors (it is hoped) will fol- low the excellent exmple of Mr. W. A. Howells; fight for the rights of farm tenants, and take advantage of vacant frvrnis for dis- charged soldiers and sailors. Did "Llew" who had a crick in his back, arrange with "Webb" on a "green slate" not far from the "Alec" to go fox hunting P They commandeered two foxhounds (or were'they sheep dogs?) found wandering in the street, and forthwith prepared for the expedition, which was timed not to start un- til 2.30.—Why? One of the party, a noted fox hunter, took a. ferret with him. Suddenly somthing darted out, and off they went in full cry. A considerable distance had been covered -wheR they found they were chasing a poor "bunny." • • ■ • • • Congratulations to Miss Lilian May Evans, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Evans, Ponty- cymmer, upon her success at Aberavon Eis- teddfod on Saturday last, in taking a certi- r cate and 1st prize in singing. Miss Evans obtained the 1st prize at Blaengarw Eisteddi- fod, and it is a fact that the prize was not divided. The Pantygog Sunday Market has now op- position on the part of the "Ffaldau Square Sunday Market." Last Sunday there was a big chasing stunt of cattle, and later we shall hear more.— Therefore, butchers, beware! • • Î Two brothers arrived at the colliery at 5.30 a.m., and were so discontented to find they had lost half an hour's sleep that they returned home again. An exciting time is expected at "Ponty- cymmer on 'Xmas morning, when the 'firsts' and 'seconds" Rugby teams meet. I Who are the young ladies heard asking young men for odd half-pennies to enable them to go to see the pictures? After reading in the Sunday paper of a bride being presented with a live seal, a young lady wished to know what kind of a bird it was. The discussion in a local hostelry turned upon past and present medical men. The name of one was mentioned, upon which an intelligent member of the party asked if it was true the gentleman was skilled at the front and died in hospital! i One of the boneyard eleven was so anxious to try on his new footer togs that he wore them on Sunday, and -paraded. the neigh- bourhood. The Mutt and Jeff of the "lower end are poming into prominence. and next week we shall have great pleasure in recording some of their famous stunts. I Who is the young lady of Blaengarw who likes to see herself in the Gleanings? The members of the Blaengarw C.E.M.S. contemplate a gymnasium. And a splendid idea, too. Two young ladies at Blaenearw had a rather trying experience at Bridgend on Sat- urday last. g urd.,iy l?ist. TIMMT entered an estaminet (faggot and peas), and after the repast left without pay- I ing. However, Nemises overtook them. Half- way up the street they were interrupted by the constituted authorities, who escorted them to the eippcrium, where payment was exacted. A young lady at Blacngarw had the mis- fortune to tear her blouse at a local dance this week. It was rather hard lines though to claim damages from her young man. The young lady at Blaengarw who is always in a hrfrry should be more careful when leav- ing divine service. Little children cannot help being sometimes in the way. Who was the colliery haulier at Blaen- garw who stayed down all night to mend his waistcoat, and at work afterwards boasted about his abilities with the needle and thread? The question is asked—Why do oertain young ladies play draughts during divine service? Only fancy using jazz stockings for a draught board. Who is the Blaengarw collier who eats his food in the face so as to watoh his mates "pinching" his lumps of coal? On Sunday a young man was overheard to make the remark that "J.J. Ought to be here now." How does he know that J.J. was not there? Amusing incidents occur at a local guild at Blaengarw. The latest is that certain mar- ried ladies indulging in a game of pitching darts-not Cupid's—say that a miss is as good as a mile.
IA NEW HISTORIAN.I
I A NEW HISTORIAN. I I Welsh Scholar's Important Book. I In "Britain and Greater Britain in the Nineteenth Century," published by the Cam- bridge University Press, Mr. Edward A. Hughes, M.A. has presented his readers with a graphic and interesting review of one of the most important centuries in British his- tory. Mr. Hughes, who is the talented ¡¡on of Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Hughes, Ffaldau House, Pontycymmer, has had a dist;n- guished scholastic career at Pengam, Aber- gele, and Trinity, and as assistant master -it the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth, having coached both the Prince of Wales and Prince Albert. Although his book will probably re- ceive most attention in the upper forms of, our public schools, it should appeal to a much wider public. But in style and conception it is something more than a text-book. In- deed, we cannot recall another work of its class in which the industrial, political, and colonial developments of the British Empire are de.alt with more thoroughly or more at- tractively. Politicians and Trade Unionists will find in its pages an admirable review of movements in which they are specially inter- ested. The book, in fact,, is a mine of infor- mation, the product of wide reading, much reflection, and most exhausting research for material which usually escapes the notice of the historian. It has been siad that history is the finest corrective of pessimism, and those impatient idealists who deplore the slowness of pro- gress and sometimes express doubts whether the 4world is really moving towards a better state of things, will find grounds in Mr. Hughes s pages for greater confidence. In the chapter dealing from 1815 to 1853 he deals with the industrial revolution wrought by the introduction of new machinery, and shows how grievous were the evils of that transition period. "In South Wales," he writes, "children regularly began work un- derground at the age of five, and many were carried to their work at the age of four. In some districts women and girls dragged heavy loads of coal by means of a chain fastened to a belt round the waist. In many pits water dripped steadily from the roof, and some seams were only 22 inches high, with perhaps a foot of water in them." The miner of the present day often deplores his lot, but looking back to that period he must realise that his conditions of labour have un- dergone an immense improvement. Farther afield new factory towns sprang up without the interference of building regulations or sanitary inspectors. The laws of hygiene were completely ignored. Bethnal Green was without a sewer. In Sunderland some houses had as many as 150 inmates who slept five or six in a bed in the living rooms. The con- dtions under which the working classes lived were absolutely deplorable." After describ- ing the social, industrial, and political devel- opments which have since produced air im- mense improvement in these conditions, Mr. Hughes finds ground for optimism in the steady growth of liberty, the widening of opportunity, the uprooting of abuses, and the greater sympathy for the unfortunate. "When one examines the social evils of a century ago, and sees how successfully they have been attacked, one must needs be an optimist." Fully one-third of Mr. Hughes's book is occupied with the Colonial history of the period, in the course of which he traces with much skill the growth of the Imperial idea from the various forms of exploitation practised early in the last century to the nobler conception of a family of nations, each enjoying a measure of self-government and independence, yet one and all bound by the Motherland. In these chapters Mr. Hughes appears to even better advantage than in Britain, and we do not hesitate to describe them as the best study yet published of the Development of political institutions and practices in the overseas dominions and de- pendenciest. Coming to our own days, Mr. Htalgjhies finda jin the splendid unity of the Empire in the face of a great common peril the highest tribute to British statemanship. "A comparison between the Empire to-day and the Empire of a century ago encourages the belief that the difficulties of the present can 'be surmounted." The German belief in British "decadence" has proved groundless. The Empire has proved in the hour of trial, "A bulwark in the cause of men." f
MID-GLAMORGAN BILLIARD LEAGUE.I
MID-GLAMORGAN BILLIARD LEAGUE. I NANTYMOEL I. v. JIAESTEG I. I At Maesteg on Saturday. Nantymoel: A. Lloyd, 250; F. John (capt.), 250; H. Thomas, 250; R. Owen, 250; E. Jones, -50; E. Lawrence, 250. Total, 1,500. Maesteg: F. Browning, 230; J. James (capt.), 227; J. Davies, 146; P. Ede, 170; F. White, 239; D. Edmunds, 249. Total, 1,261. Nantymoel won by 239. MAESTEG II. v. NANTYMOEL II. I It Nantymoel Nantymoel: C. Badman, 250; J. Owen, 250; G. Owen, 238; W. Evans, 248; D. Edwards, 204. Total, 1,190. Maesteg: W. Barnett, 214; W .Hobbs, 156; T. lreen, 250; W. H. Barnett, 250; E. Morris, 173. rotal, 1,043. Nantymoel won by 147.
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OGMORE. NANTYMOEL. I Accident.—The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniels, Brynogwy, met wÏtn. a serious accident on Friday last. It appears that the child was crossing the main street, when she was run over by a cart. She was conveyed to her home, and lies in a critical condition. United Welsh Festival-A successful rehearsal was held at Bethel Church on Sunday evening last. The singing was of a high standard, and was greatly appreciated. The conductor was Mr. H. Roberts, and the accomapnists Miss Annie Edwards and Mr. W. Lloyd. The move- ment has been so well responded to that a suc- cessful festival is assured. Presentation.—An interesting social and pre- sentation was held on Tuesday evening last at the Infants' School, when the staff presented Miss Sybil Lewis with an ebony hand mirror, on the occasion of her leaving. The presenta- tion was made by Miss Philippe, headmistress. Miss Lewis has been teacher at this school for several years, and has made herself very popu- lar with the staff and children. Departure.—We regret to report the departure of Mr. W. Davies, 7 Pembroke Terrace. He is one of the party made up from the 175th Tun- nelling Company, who are taking up mining in New Zealand. Nantymoel will be well repre- sented, as this is the third to join the party, the others being Messrs. Stephen Lewis and J. Russell Roberts. They sailed from London on Tuesday last. It sincerely hoped they will have a pleasant voyage. Every, success is wished them in the now land. Competitive Meeting.—A successful competi- tive meeting, under the auspices of the Young People's Society, was held at Saron Vestry on Tuesday evening. The competition was very keen, and appreciatively followed by a large audience. The prizes went to the following :— Solo, Mr. J. Wheeler; girls' solo, Misses Muriel Hole and Claudia Jones; children's solo, Miss R. A. James; first-sight reading, Mr. C. L. Jones. Rev. Ll. Humphries ably presided. An Instructive Lecture.—On Monday evening, at Gilead Chapel (under the auspices of the Nantymoel Free Church Council, an excellent lecture was delivered to a good audience by Mr. Illtyd David, B.A., Nantymoel (who is prepar- ing for the Bar), on "Christianity and Indus- trial Problems." He evinced a thorough grasp of his subject, and his lecture was keyed in a high tone, and his ideals and practical methods were evidently approved of by the audience. Rev. J. E. Rees presided. Y.M.C.A. Lecture.—At the Church Hall on Thursday evening a rare treat was enjoyed by a small audience. Dr. Vaughan Thomas (Swan- sea) delivered an intensely interesting lecture on "Appreciation of Music." He had the knack of using telling illustrations, and made frequent use of the piano to illustrate his points. There is a desire that Dr. Vaughan Thomas should visit us soon again. Mr. F.Ælwin "Jenkins pre- sided, and the thanks were tendered by Mr. Hugh D. Roberts and Mr. David Jones. I Half-Yearly Meetings.—On Saturday evening last and on Sunday the half-yearly preaching services were held by Hope English Congrega- tional Church, Nantymoel. The special preacher for the occasion was Professor Joseph Jones, M.A., B.D., Brecon College. Large con- gregations came together to hear this renowned preacher. His discourses were exceptionally timely, and the messages were put in a setting that all could understand. The meetings were quite impressive. Mr. Gillard presided at the organ, and the services were superintended by the pastor, Rev. T. Hirwain Jenkins. j Wedding.—On Saturday last a pretty wedding was solemnised at Bethany C.M. Church. The contracting parties were Mr. H. Milton and Miss Gladys Morgan, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Morgan, Cadwgan Street. The brides- maid was Miss Beatrice Morgan (sister of the bride), and the best man Mr. T. Milton (brother of the bridegroom). The bride was given away by her father. Rev. Glanmor Jenkins officiated. The wedding breakfast was partaken of at the residence of the bride's parents, where a large number of friends sat down. The chapel was tastefully decorated. The presents were numer- ous and costly.
W. T. WILKINSON R.A.O.B. LODGE,…
W. T. WILKINSON R.A.O.B. LODGE, NANTYMOEL. 11 On Wednesday evening last week the highly pleasing and interesting ceremony of raising Bro. Theodore Griffiths, C.P. (host of the Blaen- ogwr Hotel, Nantymoel), Bro. J. T. Gillard, C.P., Bro. Thomas Thomas, C.P.. Bro. Thomas Ridgway, C.P., and Bro. Thomas Owen, C.P., was performed by Bro. J. W. Gaze, K.O.M., Grand Primo of England, assisted by Bro. W. H. Rose, R.O.H., Grand Secretary, in the pre- sencte of a very large and representative assem- blage of officers and brethren of the Royal Ante- diluvian Order of Buffaloes. The event was looked upon as a red-letter day in the annals of the W.T. Wilkinson Lodge, which was inaugur- ated in February, 1914, with its headquarters at the Blaenogwr Hotel, Nantymoel, and its career has been characterised with marked pro- gressive success. The visit of the Grand Primo of England and the Grand Secretary-the two chief officers of the Order—was looked forward to with pleasurable anticipations. Regalia visits were paid by the Maesteg and District Provincial Grand Lodge, Groes Lodge, Pencoed; Peace Lodge, Bryncethin; Ye Olde Oake Tree Lodge, Nantymoel; Nantyddyrus Lodge, Ogmore Vale; Pride of Ogmore Lodge, Ogmore Vale; Sir Charles Nicholls Lodge, Tondu; Lord Kitchener Lodge, Bridgend. The five "Knights Elect" were introduced to the Grand Primo by Bro. T. J. Job, K.O.M., and Bro. W. T.' Wilkinson, R.O.H., in high terms of approval. The "raising ceremony" was ably and impressively performed by the Grand Priino, and the presentation of the dis- tinguishing jewels and regalia to each of the five honoured brethren was followed with "keen interest and pleasure. Congratulatory speeches were made by Bro. J. Pottinger, K.O.M., Brid- gend; Bro. R. Plum, K.O.M., P.G.S., Tondu; Bro. W. Powell, K.O.M., Bridgend; Bro. W. T.. Wilkinson, R.O.H., Ogmore Vale; Bro. J. Gur- ney, K.O.M., P.P.G.P., Cardiff; Bro. D. Morgan, K.O.M., Tondu; Bro. W. Jones, K.O.M. and P.P.G.P., South Africa.' The toast to the new Knights was ably and interestingly submitted by Bro. B. Cajler, R.O.H., P.P.G.P., Rhondda, and admirably seconded by Bro. David, Jones, R.O.H., P.P.G.P., Rhondda,. and was received I with musical honours. Bros. Theodore Griffiths, K.O.M., J. T. Gillard, K.O.M., Thos. Thomas, K.O.M., Thos. Ridgway, K.O.M., and Thomas Owen, K.O.M., suitably acknowledged, and thanked the brethren for the high honoui conferred. The jewels and regalia bearers were Bros. Edward Price, K.O.M., Ogmore Vale, and James Harrison, K.O.M., Ogmore Vale. Bra. 1. W. Gaze, K.O.M., Grand P rimo, on behalf o. I the W. T. Wilkinson Lodge, presented Bro. Rev. H. Withers (Vicar of Nantymoel) with a beautiful chaplain's sash, as a token of his office as chaplain of the Province.—Bro. Rev. H. Withers expressed his heart-felt thanks, and paid an eloquent tribute to the principles upon which the R.A.O.B. was established. The Grand Primo (Bro. J. G. Gaze) and the Grand Secretary (Bro. W. H. Rose) gave stimulating and interesting addresses upon the work of the Order, and its-marvellellg progress during the past five years. The Grand Secretary (Bro. W. H. Roje) roused the large gathering to great ex- citement with his telling recitals of the work of the Order in regard to the orphanage, war motor ambulances, war memorial annuity scheme, convalescent homes, benevolent funds. His instructive address was greeted with great applause.. An excellent musical programme was gone through. The singing of "Absent Breth- ren," under the oonductorship of Bro. John Isaac, was most thrilling and touching. Bro. James Ridgway, C.P. (City Minstrel) ably pre- sided at the piano, whilst Bro. Thos. Evans, C.P., and Bro. Jonas Morris, C.P., efficiently performed their duties as chairman and secre- tary of the K.O.M. Committee. The ledge- room-the spacious assembly room at the Blaen- ogwr Hotel-had been tastefully and thought- fully arranged for the evening by Mine Host and Hostess Bro. Theo. Griffiths, K.O.M., and Mrs. Griffiths. OTHER OGMORE AND GARW NEWS ON PAGE 2.
. KENFIG HILL.
KENFIG HILL. Return of P.C. Lake.—Although Mr. J. H. lake had only served in this neighbourhood for about a year when the war broke out, his return aiter five years' service in the Army is hailed by all in the district with great pleasure and sac intact km. His excellent record while with the Forces is testified by his rapid promotion to rhe rank of Captain in the 2nd Welsh Regiment —a coveted distinction, which reflects the great- est credit on his efficiency and courage. Dur- ing the time he was on active service in France he was twice wounded. On his return to re- sume his office in the lolice Force he was duly honoured by the Reception Committee with a silver medal and gratuity;lthe latter he charit- ably relinquished for the benefit of a more needy fellow-warrior. Increased Rates.—Tenants of dwelling-houses in Upper Tythegstcn Parish, which includes Cefn Cribbwr and part of Kenfig Hill, are called upon in increasing numbers to bear the burden of the ever-growing rates proportioned to their respective rateable values, and representing from about 2s. to as much as 6s. per month. Some house owners had deferred calling on their tenants to meet the liability in the hope that "calls" on the overseers would drop again to the normal, but the new rate of 9s. 4d. in the æ for the current half year is now a reality, which must be faced by the humble cottager as well as the occupier of heavily Tated premises. This parish having adopted the Small Tenement Act many years ago, enabled the owners to com- pound hence the collection of the rates devolves on the owner, who may enter into an agreement to pay the rates whether the house is tenanted or not, and secure an abatement of a part of the rates. Mr. G. Thomas, collector and clerk to the Council, in consequence of augmented de- mands, has been in great demand for advice by large numbers, who must feel under an obliga- tion to him for his readiness to investigate each case, and extract the correct figures from the rate books. The good service thus rendered is an effective restraint on excessive demands. Obituary.—The sudden death of Mr. Matthew David, Aberbaiden Farm, was received with sorrow and surprise, as even on the morning of his demise he appeared to be in his usual health and characteristic good spirits. The sympathy of the neig-hbourhood is extended to Mrs. David and family in their sad bereavement. The funeral, which took place on Saturday was large and representative, indicating the great respect in which he was held throughout the locality. Mr. David was a successful farmer, good natured, most hospitable, as were those before him, the family having occupied Aberbaiden Farm for nearly a hundred years. Mr. David was the eldest and only surviving son of the late Mr. David David and Mrs Catherine David, the esteemed occupiers of the well known farm- stead when Kenfig Hill consisted merely of a few detached cottages, and they are still re- membered by the older inhabitants for hospi- tality, devotion and charity. Among the minis- ters who assisted Rev. E. Jones were Revs. T. M. Williams and Thomas. After. a short and impressive service at the house, the solemn cortege wended its way to Nebo, Cefn Cribbwr, where a servic." was held, and the interment took place in the adjoining burial-ground, which is the resting-place of other members of the family. The mourners included Mrs. David, Mr. Rees David (son) and Mrs. David; Mr. and Mrs. J. Rowe; Mr. and Mrs. Esaias ,Mr. Philip Jenkins, Miss Katie David, Miss Maggie David, Miss Cissie David, Mrs. C. David, Taibach; Mrs Martha Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Eglwys- nyned; Miss Olive Thomas, Mr. Arthur Evans, Port Talbot; Mrs. Mary David, Port Talbot; Mr. George Rees, Miss Rees, Mr. Arthur Thomas, Great House, Llanmaes; Mr. Matthew Williams and Mr. Oliver Williams, Pontypridd; Mr. W. Thomas, Brynamlwg; Mr. and Mrs Mor- gan Evans, Llanmihangel Farm; Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Jones, Gadlys Farm; Messrs. Evan, Thomas, and W. Rees; Miss M. Rees, Mr/D. Morgan, Bridgend; Mr. W. Howell, Port Tal- bot; Mr. Vaughan John, Port Talbot; Mr. H. D. Morgan, Marias; Mr. Geo. Thomas, Stormy Farm; Mr. and Mrs. Maddock, Port Talbot.
I BRYNMENYN PARS.
I BRYNMENYN PARS. On Sunday last Rev. D. G. Jones, Bethania, Ogmore Vale, delivered a charge to the newly elected deacons at Bethania Congregational Church. Those elected were Messrs. Walter Prosser, Wm. Richards, Wm/fevans, and David Phillips. The young people of Bethania are busy pre- paring a sketch for the forthcoming concert on New Year's Eve. On Monday last week Mrs. Lewis, 23 Park Terrace, Tondu, was laid to rest at Siloam, Cein Cribbwr, Rev. S. D. Griffiths, Brymnenyn, offi- ciated. Deceased leaves a brother and dough- cer to mourn her death. Many of the old people of| Brynmenyn have had a hard time lately, and it is satisfactory to be assured they are steadily improving—namely, Mr. D. Thomas, Mr. Nott, Mrs. Davies (Post Office), Miss S. Thomas, who has been confined to bed for some weeks, and is making good pro- gress. On Monday sad news came to hand of the death of Mrs. Evan Richards at Cardiff Hospi- tal. She had been ill only for a few weeks,, and the end came quite unexpectedly. Sym- pathy is extended to the husband and only son.
.. FAT STOCK, SALES.
FAT STOCK, SALES. Messrs. D. C. Watts.* Morgan, auctioneers, of Cowbridge and Bridgend, conducted successful Christmas fat stock sales at Pyle, Bridgend, and Cowbridge Marts. At Pyle there were 38 cattle ind 160 sheep; Cowbridge, 74 cattle and 287 ,heep; Bridgend, 71 cattle and 80 sheep. Several bunches of grand Christmas quality cattle were ntered at the sales, and a large number were put in the upper grade. At the Cowbridge sale a grand super grade bull, the property of Mr. Owen Williams, Crossways, turned the scales at 17 cwt. The majority of the cattle average 11 -o la cwt. FEINTED AND PUBLISHED BY THE CENTRAL GLAMORGAN PRINTING AND PUBLISHING COMPANY LtD., M THE tI GLAMORGAN GAZETTB" OFFICES, Qunm STREET, BRIDGEND, GLAMORGAN. FRIDA Y.DECEMBER 19th, 1919. i