Evening Express

Ambulance Classes" I I i OFFICERS' LACK OF INTEREST I More Instructors Required I By THE VETERAN. I The ambulance sections of the brigades and ■scout movement have not been taken up very keenly. Why this is so I cannot understand. Instruction in first aid is by far the meet useful subject of the lads' drill and exercise. I am afraid that meet of the officers have not taken the ambulance couree themselves, and there lies the rub. I hope by next year the commanding officers will have made a special effort to push on the ambulance work. This can he done by classes, lectures, ambulance drill, and displays. Nothing is more useful to a lad in any walk of life than a knowledge of first aid. This is especially so in a big city !ike Cardiff. In otnoar towns 1 notice thaT, the ambulance work is made the most of, and always takes first place in company work. Surely. Cardiff, ought to wake up and come up to the scratch. MORE INSTRUCTORS WANTED. On the occasion of the distribution of vouchers, medallions, and labels to the s, cessful candidates of the City Division of the St. John Ambulance Brigade last week Dr. Fairfield Thomas, Mr. Herbert Lewie, and Dr. Smith appealed for mere recruits. Here is the opportunity for«officers to come forward And taire the course themselves, or recommend some cf the non-commissioned officers to attend the ambulance classes. It is evident that we are sadly in need of more instructors. COMPMTIONS AT CARDIFF. MPET1TIONS AT CARDIFF. í By the way. last Saturday- the preliminary examination for the Sf Andrew's Ambulance Cup was held at Cardiff. The final examma- tion took place mis afternoon at the Y.M.C.A. After the trouble and hard work taken by Dr. Sparrow in oreLer to make the affair a. success it is very disappointing to 1 see such a small number of competitors. i CHURCH NURSING AMBULANCE BRIGADE! An interesting incident in connection with the funeral oi the late Kinc Edward may interest our readers. The Church Nursing Ambuianoe B-sigade, who were an duty on a section of the ruate, had a very tjerious case to deal with. A portion: of the crowd for a time swept the police and trocpa right out into the roattr in getting the peGple back on to the pavement -aú o!d man was knocKed down and sustained a fractured ankle. At once there was a call for the ambulance. i and a squad of the C.N.A.B. hurried with their stretcher to the spot. Under the guidance of a senior nurse, the girls rendered tirst aid, and. placing the patient on a stretcher, carried him to the nearest ambulance wagon, on which he was taken to the hospital. Men and women overcome by the heat were fainting in every direction. At a signal from the t police a stretcher pa? would da3h up, dexterously place the unconscious figure on I the ambulance, and rapidly carry it away. CHURCH LADS' BRIGADE. I In a. deiuge of rain the Mid-Rhondda Com- panies, consiat.ing of Tylorstown, Porth, Llwynypia, and St Peter's, Pentre, attended a Church parade on Sunday at St. Peter's ¡ Church. I There were iaO on parade, under the com- mand of Major Vaughan Cleves, who was I assisted by Captain Newberry, acting-adju- tant. The service at St. Peter's, which is known as the Cathedral of the Rhondda, was conducted by the Rev. Griffiths, the lessons being read "by the officer commanding. An admirable address was given by the Rev. Canon Lewis from the text EJBclesiastes xii., v 13, "Fear God, and keep His command- ments, for this is the whole duty of man." The valuable advice given by the canon missioner will- 4cqK be Femwnbered by the lads. In the evening a parade was held at t. Matthew s Church Pontypridd, but owing to I the heavy rain only two companies-St. Mat- thew's and Aberaman-turie;i out The Rev, J. e Thomas, vicar and chaplain, took the service, and the lessons were read by Mr. J. E. Tea>sdale and Major Cleves. Captain Mrs. Evan John presided at the organ. Referriu- to. the twentiatla anniversary, the vicar said- that -lie 'thanked God tflat the grand organiser of the-Cliurch Lads' Brigade which now covered practically the United Kingdom, had done a noble work. People are inclmed to think that the Church Lads' t Brigade merely existed for the purpose of militarism, but he was thankful to say that although military drill was used, it was merely for disciplinary purposes. At the- present time there 'were 30 pr-est-- and deacons working in various dioceses at home and abroad who were former Church TLads Brigade members, and this through the ¡ instrumentality of the Church Lads' Bri- gade Ordination Candidates' Fund He gave the meirhers of the C.L .B. and C.N.A.B., as their motto for the new ecclesiastical y?a.r "Cast on and "put on. C.L.B. LECTURE. I An audience of nearly 400 assembled at Tylorstown Schoolroom. Pontvgwaith to bear â lecture on the "Work of the Church l,ads' Brigade" bY Major Vaughan C?ve ?tj?apl)iJM?ji ? 6he RT? ev. ?Joh? a Bees, vicar, was chairman, who caU?i upon the Rev. and .Lieutenant T. H. Jones to- read the brigade office, and afterwards introduced the lec- turer. who (the vioar saidV waa no &transrer to them, Major Cleve. having visited thpm on several occasions to organiee the com- pany, which he was thankful to .-v was nourishing and doing an excellent- work. Major Cleves then gave his lecture on the II history and the development of the organisa- tion since its inception and the work now being accomplished. One cf the slides shown was that of a company which was formed in 1894 in one of the Cardiff parishes, and two of the lads now occupied important positions at Cardiff Docks, one being secretary to the largest dry dock company and the other manager to an important coal exporting firm. A vote of thanks was accorded Major Cleves for his lecture and Lieutenant A. May (Llan- bradach) for his kindness in working the lantern. This was proposed by the vicar, and seconded by Mr. F. E. W. Hughes, a lay- reader C.L.B. AND STRIKE PICKETS. The members of Tonyrefail Church Lads' Briga-de had a unique experience one night this week. They were out for a long march. under the command of Lieutenant Horse. At the top of Gilfach Goch. whera it was very dark, they war-a challenged by the strikers' pickets, who suspected that they were scouts carrying supplies to the blacklegs employed at the Cambrian Combina's colliery. But when the pickets learned the truth apologies were profuse. CAERAU SCOUT'S FUNERAL. A pathetic yet imposing spectacle wit- nessed a few days ago was the funeral of Scout Jones, oi the let Caerau Troop. Young Jones was accidentally killed at the Caerau Colliery last week, and his comrades decided to honour him with a Scouts' funeral. The Caerau Troop, under the command of Scoutmaster C. J. Hughes, and assisted by J Assistant-seoutmaster3 Moore and Barclay. formed a guard of honour over the remains of their late comrade as chc procession wended its way to the cemetery gates, when they reverently lifted the coifin and con- veyed it to the graveside. The troops pre- sented a beautiful wreath, which was com- posed of arum lilies, roses, lilies of "ihe valley, and chrysanthemums. As the funeral procession passed through the street3 of Treorky it was gratifying to see several lads standing at the full saiute as the coffin was borne along. This is one of those incidents that should alter the attitude of the ministers of different denomi- nations towards the movement. A sad incident was the handing over to the bereaved mother young Jones's second-class badge, which was highly prized by her as a memorial of her son. Only a few days previous to the fatal accident Scout Jones successfully passed the ex?minat'on which entitled him to the much-coveted badge. SCOUTMASTERS AND SCOUTS. i The scout movement is evidently not in high favour in Cardigan: either the scout- masters have not got the boys under their control or tne public are not keen on the movement. The town council decided to ask for an additional policeman, in view of the wanton damage which was being done in the locality since the introduction of the boy W..ts. Now. scoutmasters, wake up and put an end to this sort of thing. CARDIFF NAVAL BRIGADE. I The new gymnasium has now oeen aen- nitely decided on. During the next few days days a spring board, rings, and climbing rope will be titted up for the lads' recrea- tion. I understand from Lieutenant A. Nicholl that the noble fistic art will be added to their recreative programme. Later on we hope to hear of a brigade tournament. On Saturday, December 17. a special route march will take place around the city. There are still some vancancies for suitable lads. Now is the time to enrol. If our lads knew cf the excellent training and recreation that is to be obtained from the :Naval .Brigade there would be no lack of recruits. I am also asked to remind brigade secre- taries that the Cardiff Naval Brigade Soccer Football Club are anxious for fixtures for next season. THE BOYS' BRIGADE. I regret to hear that my friend, Lieutenant Adjutant Ashton has been compelled. through ill-health, to temporary resign his work in the brigade. Lieutenant Ashton has been a hard-working, painstaking officer for many years, and it is hoped that his health will allow him. after a brief rest, to resume his work in the battalion in the near future. I have received the following from Mr. D. F. Kerr, hon. secretary ofthe Cardiff a-nd District Battalion of the Boye' Brigade The attention of O.C's of companies of the Cardiff and District Battalion is called to Rule 24 of the C.D.B.. viz., No band shall play on any occasion in the streets after 9.30 p.m The hon. secretary would be glad if any member of the public who notices any band connected with a, Company of the Boys' Brigade playing after above-mentioned time would kindly communicate, giving number of company so transgressing': Number of company is in metal figures on front of boys' caps In this month's "Gazette" is announced that amongst the gentlemen who have honoured the Boys' Brigade by accepting office of honorary vice-presidents is Stir George W. Macalpine, J.P., President Baptist Union of Great Britain and Ireland. CATHOLIC BOYS' BRIGADE. I Two years ago a company of the Catholic Boys' Brigade was formed at Gibraltar; to- day they have four companies. No. 2 com- pany, who were the winners of the efficiency .cup, some months ago, wore inspected by the Duke of Connaugh, who expressed his pleasure at being there on that occasion, and after'congratulating the winners pre- sented the cup. "VETERAN'S" NOTICE BOARD. í Each week I will publish a list of coming I events under above heading. Will correspon- dents please write their events distinctly on post-card3 and send to "Veteran," c,o Editor, "Football Express," Cardiff., Sat., Der. 3.—Final ambulance examination. Sat., Dec. 3. -CrOS6-èountry rambie, St. David's C. L.B., at 2.30 p.m., headquarters. Wed., Dec. 7.— Risca C.L.B. Officers' Cinderella, 7 to 12. Wed. Dec. 7.—2nd Troop Cardiff St. Martin Whist Drive and Dance. Mon., Dec. 12,-C.L.B. lantam lecture, at St. Mark's School, Pontypridd, by Major Vaughan Cleves, at 7.30. Thars.. Dec. 15.—Inspection of Bargoed C.L.B. Company bv Maidr Vaughan Cleves, at 7.33. Date unfixea.— St. Patrick's v. St. David's C.B.B. Tournament. CARDIFF NAVAL BRIGADE.—Orders for week ending December Mon.—Company drill Nos, 1 and 2 companies. Rifle cleaning, 7.30 p.m. Drill, 7.50 p.m. Tues.—Artificers' drill and lecture, 8 p.m. Ambulance, S, Wed.—Company drill Nos. 3 and 4 companies. Kifle cleaning. 7.30 p.m. Drill, 7.50. Signal Class, 8. Thurs.—Officers' drill, at 3 p.m. Fri.-Company drill. All members of the corps who are unable to attend on their respective nights, owing to night school or other reasons, are to attend this drill, 7.30 p.m. Signal class, 8 p.m. Sat., Dec. 17.—Special route march. Every man is expected to attend. Parade in full uniform at 3 p.m. Band to attand. ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS. I A. B." (Cardiff).-I intend dealing with the question of equipment later. Thanks very much for suggestion. Capt. J. De S. Stewart (Cardift').-Held over for want of space. T. R." (Bargoecil.-Yes. We hope the I various organisations will combine and form a brigade football league. "C. A." (Cardiff).-An officer's examination is being arranged. Watch the Veteran' Notice Board. "C. G. H." (Caerau).—Thanks. Your notes were very acceptable. "W. C. Lewis (Cardiff Wolf Patrol).—Will you kindly send me your address. "J. R. W." (Treharris).—The Boys Brigade is worked on the battalion system, whereas the Church Lads' Brigade forms a regiment for the diocese with several battalions, i.e., Cardiff. Newport, Ac.

The Land of Gold I I DOINGS OF WELSHMEN UP NORTH I By OUR N.U. CORRESPONDENT. I Dai Mead, the old Llwynypia half. has been placed on the transfer list by the Broughton Bangers Club. Salfotd played Hull Kingston Rovers last Wednesday, and were only able to place a weak team on lie field, as a few cf the first teamers were suffering from injuries. For Sal- ford. Dai Thomas in the second half badly injured his hand, and was of no further use. The Welshman prior to his injurv had been playing a grand game, and, although closely watched, scored a splendid try, while his tricky runs were always dangerous. Dai John played a fairly good game at I centre, and E. J. Thomas in the forwards showed up well. For the Rovers Hughes was the best man, Phil Thomas being constantly off-side. Reg. Jones also played well at half. Halifax were defeated on their own ground by Wakefield Trinity. The Thrum Hall for- wards played in splendid style, but the backs I were painfully weak, and the absence of Hilton once more proved that without him the side is very moderate. Tommy Parker, the Cardiff youth, has been transferred to Batley in exchange for Will Davies. There are many who doubt the wisdom of the exchange, as Parker showed decided signs of promise. and the play of Davies tends to the erratic side. He has not figured on the Batley side in recent matches, but it is-hoped he may be able to do the blue and whites some good. ffwinton met with defeat at Runcorn, and their form against the Linnets was none I too convincing in view of their cup final against Oldham. True, the Woes lacked the services of Dai Davies, and the side seemed lost in the absence of the old Llanelly half. D. B. Davies played a fairly good game in the Swinton forwards, but he should be a bit more careful of the off-side rule. Griffiths, at full back, played a sound game, his only fault being an inclination to let the hall I bounce, which is fatal in Northern Union football. The match Salford v. Warrington was one of the most exciting seen for a long while, on the Weaste enclosure, and the reds were very unfortunate to draw, as they were by I far the superior aide. Dai Thomas played a strong and dashing game, and one effort of his, which reeulted in the Warrington full back being injured in tackling the burly Welshman, was the feature of the match. The old Aberamtn man has suffered a good I deal in not having a capable man to partner him. Willie Thomas, at half, played one of I his best games, and with the least luck should have scored twice. Dai John, at full! back, played in capital style, and tricked the opposing forwards repeatedly. The forwards, I strengthened by the inclusion of E. J. Thomas, gave a fine display, and the old Pill Hamer was not far from feeing the best for- ward on the field. For the Wilderspoot side Bone did better than George Thomas, the old Pontnewydd forward, who was the life and j tool of his side. He was ably assisted by Frank Shugars and Polsom, who did a tre- mendous amount of tackling, and they were evidently out to give Dai Thomas the least room possible, as they kept a keen eye on the sprinter. A very vigorously contested game was seen at St. Helens between the home team and the Batley side, which resulted in one of the Mount Pleasant forwards being sent off. Loosemore. the old Aberdare centre, played a sound game for the -Gallant Youths." and struggled over with Batley s' only try. Hog Bevan also piayed well, ana his defence showed a decided improvement. Wattle Davies did not have much chance of showing his abilities, as the little Welshman was closely watched. It is pleasing to learn that the Central Park Club has at last seen the wisdom of making terms with Howel Francis. The old Aberavon forward played for the "A" team last Saturday, and is expected to turn out for the premiers at .ùbbw vale. The Welshman is a sterling forward, and can learn the Colonials a few things. By the way, it is reported uiiat three Colonials have been placed on the transfer list in Johnson and Williams, forwards, and Kenwick, full-back. Johnson will be remembered as the All Black forward who created a great reputation in the liugby Union world. He is known as a capital loose forward. The Merthyr forwards did not play their usual good game in their match with Brad- ford at Birch-lane. They were clearly inferior to the home forwards, but in the later portion of the game the Welshmen made some tine rushes, one of which resulted in a try. The visitors had as much of the game as the home team, but the scoring ettorts were very poor. Boalch, at full-back, played in faultless style, and the veteran Ponty Thomas was always in the picture. Bevan was the pick of the forwards. Oldham were very lucky to win against Hudderslield, and the Fartown club gave the Watersheddings crowd a fright. For Oldham M'Lean, the old Cardifhan, took Dixon's posi- 'tion on the wing. and scored a try. M'Lean. with a little more speed, could not be left out of the Spindledom side. For Huddersfield Tommy Grey and Jim Davies played a sound game at half. and were too much for the opposing pair. Grey's headwork and Daviee's speed being very apparent in the visitors' movements. Ebbw Vale were confidently expected to beat York at the Minster city, and their defeat waa unlooked for. The York forwards at the commencement played havoc with the 'Yalians defence, and their loose rushes resulted in tries, the Ebbw Vale backs show- ing a strong disinclination to go down to stop them. and there the secret of their defeat lay, their defence on times being very weak. The narrowness of the Clarence-street ground undoubtedly handicapped the Welsh- men in their passing movements. Llewellvn and "Chick" Jenkins were completely off- colour. Only Higgins showed his true form. The Ebbw Vale forwards were a splendid pack, and gained possession time after time, Hitchings and Monks being very conspicuous. The 'Valians, undoubtedly, had an off day, as their recent performances suggest that they are a most capable side. Cowmeadow played a fine game on the York wing. and with, a little luck should have recorded two trie*. Dan Lewis. the old Merthyr forward, was very conspicuous in loose pla-Y, while his tackling was deadly.

HUMPHREYS, Ta.Iywain> new full-back, showed good form last Saturday. CHARLIE THOMAS is not playing so well at centre for Talywain this eeason. COOK, Talywain's wing, is showing improved form in defence as well as attack. LAWES. Gilfach. has taken the law into his own hands and hied, himself to Brithdir. J. CRUMB. late Aberaman Wanderers, should prove a crumb of comfort to-Cwmbach at left half. should materially strengthen their front line. Jack's dribbling is generally a great feature of his play, CONNELL, the new Rhymney full-back, who hails from Dowlais, made a very promising debut against Blaina. JEFFRIES and HUDSON are becoming very prominent in Talywain's pack. They are good, all-round forwards. TOM CUMNER, -Aberaman Wanderers' right back, tackled and volleyed in splendid native heath. 5ew Tredegar. W. MEREDTTH, the famous Manchester United right wing, has played 34 matches for Wales, and has been unable to turn out on other occasions, fie has made 15 appearances against England. 11 against Ireland, and 8 against Scotland. TOM PROSSER, Cwmeyifog, after a short sojourn at Spion Kop, has returned to hlfc native hearth, New Tredegar. FLETCHER, Merthyr Vale ;Windsors' clever half. is at present down with -illness, and hi6 agsistanee is much missed. DAI MORGAN and WILL KIFT are suffering from injuries after the Swansea game, and were unable to turn out against Maesteg. JACK LEWIS, Bedlinog, besides being an admirable treasurer for his club, is one of the most efficient referees in the Glamorgan League. TBECYNOXS GOALIE found Aberaman's Silverthorne a veritable thorn in. his side last Saturday, Charlie's shot beating- him all the way. FREEMAN fEverton) scored 38 goals in league games during 1909. This is a record for one season, and the next best is 31 by RAY- BOULD (Liverpool). FREDDY LEWIS, Trecynon's clever full-back, who has assisted both Aberdare and Troed- yrhiw, was the best back playing at Aber- aman last Saturday.

LATEST RESULTS. Exeter, 4 goals; Nelaon, J. Weston, 12. points; Cheltenham, nil. Llanelly, 4; Briton Ferry. 1. Glyu-Jieath, Upts; Rhymney, nil. Bargoed Reserves. 5pts; Focliriw, 3pt¡;. Cilfynydd, 3pta; Dinas. nil. Yriysybwl, 5 points; Pontypridd Y..Ni-C.-A., nil. Aheraruan Wanderers, 2; Mountain Abh, nil. Gilfach. 2; Llanbradach, 1. 0. Llanbradach Quint; nil; Sirhowv United, nil. 11 t t't 1 i 1, ,1: t T( •llV-lXtt! .1-T rrO!tq.. 3^5 rl1¡T -tjjO •nufaiSGr: l.d sir*; -1 ¡ ') rtrn:t iit Ti 9 t "1'4'> "It 6 .1 ..J I. (. I." ,r;. '1: I f" ",cr,

EVER ON THE BALL I George Bowkett, Cinderford I GEORGE BOWKETT. the popular forward of the Cinderford team. has played the game for several seasons, and has improved every year. He is 26 years of age, 6ft. 9in.. and weighs 12st. He has played for the county in all matches for four years past. and possibly international honours await him. George believes in the style of the New I Zealanders-to be always on the ball. He is one of the best goal-kickers the home t.rn h", PVPR TINRF. ULOKOfci bOW 1\1:;1"1'. -I JACK WETTER, a brother of the popular Pill Harriers skipper, Harry Wetter, scored a nice try for the Harriers last Saturday against Blaenavon, as the result of a clever individual effort. Young Wetter is a hard worker as an inside half. HINTON, the full-back who played for Dublin County against Newport last Saturday, is spoken of as being one of the smartest kicks in the four countries. If lrelaad has a >^ettp" r> thnn Hinton then ghe will be well served in her international matches. J. J HODGES, one o; the doyens of Welsh football, is now giving the benefit of his experience to Risca, the club of his birth, and last Saturday he was the ardent leader of the Risca. pack against Newport Seconds. J. H. WATKINS, the new Blaina forward, is a player of considerable merit. In him Blaina seemed to have unearthed an excel- lent scrimmager. Watkins hails from Aber- gavenny, and is now likely to play for Blaina regularly. T. WATKINS. Tredegar Hibernians' centre, showed his true form against Blackwood, making several characteristic bursts, which he was noted for last season. He is also a demon on the defence, and goes down to anything. Tom has tne making of a Welsh international. WILL JONES, the brilliant Aberavon centre, who is on the injured list with a twisted knee. managed to hobble down to witness the Bridgend game last Saturday with the assistance of a walking-stick. If he had been in his proper place at ceaaro, Bridgend would have had to bite the dust. TOM PROBERT. the Newbridge three-quar- ter, is showing exceptional form this season. For a couple of seasons he assisted the Newbridge club at back. but the committee felt that his proper position was on the wing, and the move has proved a success. Tom is very speedy, and is a magnificent kick. A3 a tackier he is with- out equal in the team. CHARLIE COOMBES, who has thrown in his lot with Penygraig, is a good all-round sport. Charlie stands 6ft., and weighs 14st. He should make a welcome.man in any team. He also holds three roedale for a rifle shooting .being a member of the Royals, who won the championship two J reare in succession. W. EVANS, Troedrhiwfuwch, is undoubtedly one of the best custodians in the third division. His saves often call forth the adhiiration of the crowd T. J. WILLIAMS appeared in the Pontardawe team on Saturday last for the first time this season. Tom is a good scrimmager, and works like a nigger. DUDLEY, Brithdir's eighteen-year-old for- ward, is one of the most promising sharp- shooters in the valley. Goalkeepers dread his well-known daisy-cutters. H. PARSONS, New Tredegar. although un- willing to occupy the centre forward posi- tion at the commencement of the season, is proving himself an ideal pivot. 1- ONE OF THE BEST HARRY BEST. Rhymney Crescents.—Although I quite a native product. Harry Best promises to develop into a class player in the very near future. He was taught the rudiments of the game at that good old Soccer I nursery, Pengam County School, afterwards assisting a junior team at Rhymney. Last season he. proved himself one of the most capable players in the smart Crescents I team, and was awarded a championship medal. He is only eighteen. I HARRY BEST. I PHOTO, WILLIAMS AND WILLIAMS, CARDIFF. I W PARRY and LI FORD, Plymouth's left wing and centre, combined effectively against Blaina, and both are rapidly coming back to their old form. DAI EVANS, Abernant's burly committee- man, is sparing no effort to form a good club in his native village. He formed the first Soccer club in that district. STALKERS (IN ORDER OF PLACE) :SW ANSEA, NEATH, CARDIFF, PONTYPOOL, NEWPORT, LLANELLY, ABERAVON, AND PONTYPRIDD. BUT WHAT WILL BE THE NEXT CHANGE IN POSITION? WILFRED. Rhymney's new forward, who has assisted several good combinations in the Merthyr district, bids fair to develop into a valuable acquisition for his new club. ? W. LAY and TED THOMAS, Ystrad Mynach, played a sterling game at full-back against Llanbradach. Indeed, their defence during the first half was a feature of the game. JOE FRY, the outside left of Tonyrefail, is a good find. Speedy and centres well, he should be watched by some of the bigger league clubs. J. WILLIAMS, Bedlinog's Ironopolis recruit, JACK THOMAS, New Tredegar, has now regained his old-time form. He added another two fine goals to his list against Mardy. GEORGE MORGAN and WILL WILLIAMS, Rhymney's front-rankers, proved by their display against Blaina that there is plenty of talent in the town without going abroad. W. VALLIS, New Tredegar, improves in his kicking at full-back in every match. It is an open secret that a well-known Rugby club is very sweet on securing his services regularly. LEW EDWARDS, Ystrad Mynach, has seen years of service in the Nelson Club, and, I although fast reaching the veteran stage. succeeded in scoring the winning goal against Llanbradach. SWEET, Cwmbach's clever custodian, lost his club two valuable points to Aberaman Wanderers through stating he had not attained sweet 21, whereas his birth certificate let him down badly. FRED VAUGHAN was responsible for many exerting incidents in the match with Maesteg. He was one of the best of the Pontardawe backs, and was altogether a different man from what he was in the Swansea match. J. B. PREECE is a downright good worker for the Navigation eleven, and is always ready to lend a hand to anyone. He is, to a great extent, responsible for the team, which should make a good name for it- self. FRED McCARTHY, Tredegar Hibernians' in- side half, made his re-appearance behind the scrum against Blackwood, and played an exceptionally smart game. What Fred lacks in size lie makes up in trickery. GEORGE GREEN, the right back, of Tony- refail, is hard to beat. George is as equally at home in goal as back. PERCY LOWE, who has thrown in his lot with Penrhiwfer, is a goalie who commands respect. Always plays the game. W. WEBB, who has now returned to the New- port club after a useful career with Pill Harriers, is a splendid stamp of forward. NICK BARFIELD, the mascot of the Pen- rhiwfer Albions, is a hard-working com- mittee man, and is popular with the whole team. D. J. DAVIES, vice-captain of Penrhiwfer, has again returned to form. He kicks with judgment, and is an all-round good defender. W. WILLIAMS ("Chips") Tylorstown, is playing grand games for Ferndale in the front rank just now. He has a splendid turn of speed. SCOTT, the New Tredegar diminutive right winger, resumed last Saturday, after his recent accident, and troubled the Brithdir defence considerably. P. CORNICK. Blaina's goalkeeper, is one of the best goalies in the league, and cer- tainly deserves consideration for his selec- tion as an inter-league man. WILLIE JONES, the Aberavon inside half, has a heart as large as a double Gloucester cheese, and takes any kind of gruelling with a. smiling philosophy. NASH, Aberbargoed St. Peter's, is at present playing a great game at full-back, and several local third division clubs are casting longing eyes upon him. DAI VIGARS and ROGYN JOVES were in their element for Ferndale last Saturday. These two players have only just left their twenties, and have great promises. JACK SWAN, who is one of the three brothers who play for the Welsh Navigation, can always be relied upon. Some of the team would do well to copy him in training. J. JONES is a capital trainer for the Fern- dale Rugby team. He is very popular with every member of the team, and is always ready to give treatment to the players. ANDREW ERRIDGE, the Blaina outside half, still sticks to the club. It appears that he has had several invitations to go elsewhere, but it is not likely that he will accept. LOWEG, the goalie of the Welsh Navigation, is the star of the team. His form against Tonyrefail was faultless, and in a great measure was responsible for their victory. F. NEWMAN is a clever outside forward. Since his inclusion in the Blaina line the quintette has been materially strengthened. He knows the game well, and can play it. TOM JENKINS is now about the oldest play- ing member in the Penygraig team. Yet his play is equal and better to most of the young blood who are in the pack with him. BILLY NORSTER, Blaina. is proving an acquisition to the forward line. His pace and weight are useful. Though only nine- teen he is nearly 6ft. high, and weighs 13st. WOOD, Cilfyndd, played a very fine game for his side against Mountain Ash, and troubled the visiting defence. T. MOUNTER played very well at half-back for Cilfynydd last Saturday, and stopped the right wing of Mountain Ash very often. J. HARRIS, Mountain Ash, played a smart game against Cilfynydd, and put in many fine runs and centres, but the other for- wards were not up to take them. GRAHAM MORGAN, the young Pontardawe forward, is improving every match. On Saturday last he headed the rushes like an old warrior, and made no mistake about tackling. FRANK PRICE, Penrhiwceiber Crusaders, besides being a hard-working secretary, assists the Reserves' last line of defence with considerable credit to himself. FREDDIE BIDDISCOMBE and BILLY DA VIES were in their usual form against. Cardiff Romilly last Saturday. Both these young boys Mould figure very high before the. season closes. JIM DAVIES, better known as "Jim Jim," Tylorstown, gave a good impression last Saturday for Ferndale against Cardiff Romilly. He is very fast, and works like a trojan in the scrum. IKE HARRIS, who has lately been playing so well at full-back for Aberavon, comes of a good football family, being a brother to Ogley Harris and Willie Harris, the bril- liant Aberavon half-backs JACK MORGAN, Blaina, continues to lead the pack. Jack is one of the best scrimmagers in the valleys, and has been honoured with league and county caps. He is an old for- ward, but still a good one. I W P. GEEN, says an Oxford correspondent, lives at Malpas. near Newport, and has assisted the Newport fifteen, which prob- ably accounts for the impre*on that he is a Welshman. As a matter of fact, he has not an ounce of Welsh blood in his veins. His father was a Devonian and his mother Irish-a sister to Frank Purdon, the old- time Irish international forward. TOM HEATH, Cilfynydd, never had his shoot- ing boots on last Saturday against Moun- tain Ash. for he missed an open goal with the goalkeeper only to beat. and then he missed a penalty in the second, but he got the club a point by equalising just on time. Better luck next time, Heath! HUGH FORBES 18 one of the heaviest of the Aberavon forwards, and hails from Oym- mer. He is a. young exponent, who, wytb his physique, should develop into a tip topper." TOM GRIFFITHS, of the Blaina Hookey club, is a good all-round sport. He plays a useful game at hockey, and also assists the Aber- tillary Association club. He is a. good cricketer. J. JONES. T. JONES, and W. RICHARDS make up a splendid intermediate trio for Bedlinog. Indeed, it is a very moot point if there is a better half-back line in the third division. WILL MORGAN, who came into the Pont- ardawe team on Saturday last as a reserve, is a forward of a useful type. He has good speed, tackles well, and plays a good game as rover. E. THOMAS is a faithful official of the Fern- dale Rugby Club. Thomas, or perhaps he I is better known locally as "Ianto Ffarmwr" is a great Rugby enthusiast, and takes con- siderable in trest with the team. WILL EVANS. Troedrhiwfuwch.—There is no more popular player in the Rhymney Valley than Will Evans, Troedrhiwfuwch's resourcefu! custodian, who at the com- mencement of tne season was unanimously selected to skipper his team. Besides being a good goalie, he has shown great pro- ficiency at hand ball, and easily won a handsome silver cup recently. He also figures with distinction on the cricket field. He is only about 22. and stands 5ft. 7in. W. EVANS. I I PHOTO, W. J. GEEGSON AND CO., BLACKPOOL. I DAI DANIEL once more donned the Pont- ardawe jersey against Maesteg last Satur- day. and was the pick of the home three- quarters. Dai was captain of the Pont- ardawe team in 1905-6, and, although he has now retired from the game, lie is t-s ready to lend a helping hand to his club.

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Cardiff Institutes League I Mr. W ALI-t.R THUIVIAt)'S Kt.üR£T I The inclusion of three professionals in their bnliaru team, brought tortn a protest against me j_>ocits leiuperance, alül wife question wuether such experts should oe anoweu to participate in tne league tourna- ment lornieu uio i.rmcipai suoject 01 dis- cussion at tne league meeting neiu tUiS wtiejs when tne prtxuuent, OounoiUor waitei xnomas, presiaeu over a large auu represen- tative attenuance 01 the amuated institutes, xne same matter nas been ueiore tne com- mittee on twj previous occasions, but ttiougn no rule was iormea to govern tne question, it was an unwritten law tnat no prolta- sionals be debarred from taking part in tne piaying of sucn men as Artnur uiewenyu, Artnur Turner, and otners brought matter*, to a climax, and uoer a lengtny discussion, the two following resolutions were auopteu. (Dinat all pieeent markers, or markers witnin tne last nve years, and all profes- sionals oe debarred from taking partm the tournaments. Also all players, it tney are called upon, must prove tneir amateur status. (Y,)..L,hat tall players shall be bona-fide residents in Caidin. The protest of Jiufard-street against Grange lempefance regard the number of cribbage players was allowed, the result of the match now bemea araw with three points eacii- Broadway InstItute having withdrawn from the league. it was ueciaed to cancel all mitchea already played by them. The most interesting match in the last senes was Comet-street and the Docks Tem- perance. Four points to Comet-street would nave placed them at the top of the league, whilst two points (which they thought they would have certainly obtained) would have gained them second positiom. However, the result ended in the Docksmen capturing the whole of the six points, and now tie for second place. Both teams agreed to play 15Q up at billiards, instead of 100 so as to have a more interesting game. For the Docka r rank Davfes played a nice fast game, his best run being 36, and Davise, jun., made short work of his opponent. For Comet-street Jack Thomas, played a pretty game, his biggest break being 31. and Tom Morgan, who has yet to been beaten in turnament games, proved to be too good for his oppo- nent. There was a battle royal at the draughts, both sides including Cardiff Club players, but the superior play was on the side of the Docks with Jack George and Carde, who completely outclassed Hussey and Wickham. At shooting Sid Davies, E, Madley; and H. Carpenter scored 32, 32, and 31 respec- tively for the Docks, and for Comet-street Goulding, Scanlon, and Stiff scored 31, 31, and 30 respectively. St. Saviours' Institute visited Grange Liberal Institute, and created a surprise by winning billiards and whist. There was some keen billiard play on both sides. For the Liberal Carpenter played a fine game, mak- ing breaks of 17, 20, and 29, whilst Whitlock and Lloyd also played well, the former mak- ing a nice break of 39. For St. Saviours Griff Edwards, Joe Pearce, and J. Hirst each beat their opponents, Pearce just giving an exhibi- tion play, scoring whenever required. The points for draughts were awarded to the Liberal through the Saints draught team not turning up. Grange Temperance Institute were visited by St. German's, and took part in the games of billiards, shooting, and cribbage. The last two were won by the Grange men, whilst St. German's won at billiards. Good shooting was seen by the Grange men. Wells, Griffiths, and Porter sooring 33, 33, and 32 respectively. Grange have not been beaten at cribbage this season. Milford-street spent a. pleasant evening at the University Settlement, where they played billiards, whist, and shooting. The two men- tioned games were won by the Settlement, and Milford-street took the points for shoot- ing. At billiards George Smith and Emanuel played nice games for Milford-street, whilst for the Settlement A Mitchell, Sims, and Dai Lasein were in form. FIXTURES FOR NEXT WEEK. I university (settlement v. (Janton Parish Church. Comet-street Institute v. Grange Liberals. St. German's Institute v. St. Saviour's. Milford-street v. Grange Temperance. Docke Temperance, a bye. POSITION OF CLUBS TO DATE. —Points— Plyd. for. agst. Grange Liberate 7 32 10 Comet-street 6 30 6 Docks Temperanoe "W" 7 30. 12 Grange Temperance 7 24 18 St. Saviour's 6 20 16 Milford-street 7 14 28 Canton Parish Church 7, 14 28 St. German's 7 12 30 Uniwreity gsttkmmt. 7 10 32

TREORKY DRAW AT ABERAVON On the 'Awn side Gerwyn Grove and Arthur Edwards were unable to turn out, and their pjaoes were taken by Jimmy Donovan and Owen James, Dai John also re-plaoed Tom Williams amongst the forwards. The game was contested in bitterly cold weather, and it was clearly obvious that the oonditions were such as to render good foot- ball impossible. Both teams had a, succession of attack and defence. Assisted by a"- some- what strong wind. Aberavon oertainly had the better of the initial half, and had it not been for some wild passing on the part of the backs they would have registered at least a couple of tries. I Half-time score, G. T. Pt's. I Aberavon 1- r.< Or 0 0 Treorcby  0 0 .1 I,- f mere was realty no lootDaii in 11, anu luc first haJf ended without any score being regi& tered. The second half opened to the advan- tage of Aberavon, but by some judicious kick- ing by the Treorky backs the Aberavon line eventually, became besieged, but after playing only fourteen minutes, in consequence of the darkness that pervaded the scene, a consulta- tion took place between-the captains and the referee, and it was decided to abandon the game, it being impossible for the referee to ¡ follow the movements. Final: G 1. P ts. ■ Aberavon 0 0 0 Treorky. 0 0 0

PONTARDAWE V, MANSEL Played at Pontardawe to-day. The home- sters fielded a very poor side. Teams:- Pontardawe: Back, Johnnie Davies; three- quarter backs, Ted Waring, Tom Williams, D. Daniels, and Vaughan; half-backs, Rapsey and Kift; forwards, G. Smith, G. Williams. D. Davies, D. Morgan, Jack Jones, G. Morgan, T.J. Williams, and W. Griffiths. Mansel: Back, Clements; three-quarter ba-cko, Richards, Thomas, Davies, and Lewis; naif-backs, Griffiths and James; forwards, W heeler, Josephs, Comley, Andrewartha, Jones, Matthews, and Thomas. Referee: Mr. D. Williams, Swansea. Pontardawe started against a strong wind, and good work by Lewis placed Mansel on the attack. Pontardawe found rehef by clever work on the part of Rapsey, and play settled in the centre until George Smith and Waring headed a rush to the Mansel line. In subsequent play Dai Morgan and Dan Jones were prominent, but Pontardawe were not play seriously until Vaughan made a good attempt to cross. Half-time score: G. T. P'ts. Pontardawe 0 0 0 Manse 0 0 0' On the resumption D. Davies made a good run, which took play to the visitors line. Pontardawe were now pressing hard, and D. i trd lines in not Morgan and Vaughan had hard lines in not scoring. After pressing for some time Rapsey got the ball from the scrum, and when all the backs had handled John Davies scored. Rapsey converted. The remaining stages were played on the Mansel line, but nothing further was scored. I Final score. G. T. Pts. I- Pontardawe 1 0 5 Ma,nGelton i 0 0 0

I CHEPSTOW V CWMBRAN At Chepstow. Chepstow opened play. W. Ashwin made a nice run, and Chepstow invaded. The visitors retaliated, and from a bunch on Chepstow's line Ewins crossed with a try. Teacher failed to convert. Chepstow retaliated, and W. Ashwin dropped a pretty goal. Croker then pertormed a similar feat for the visitors. I Half-time: G. T. Pts. Cwmbran 1 1 7 I Chepstow 10 4 The visitors re-started, but, len IJY w. Aab win, Chepstow invaded. The visitors changed the venue and warmly attacked for a time. The homesters touched down The remainder of the play was rather in the visitors' favour, Out both played a keen game, and no side sounded in almost semi-darkness, nothing having been scored in the second half. I G Final score: G. T. P'ts. I Cwmbran 1 J I Chepstow 1 0 4

I WITH THE SOCCER CLUBS I CWMPAKC. I G-'mparc stafted their hunt for South Wales League points last S&t?rday ( Merry Andrew" is de?temiyie4 retain possession of the "Coop"), and visiting Trehafod they just did the trick by & gpals .to J. The scorers for Park were Dicky and George Jones, and both goals were worth going a long way to see. "Dicky" actually dribbled from hi own goal line, and found the net with practically his last ounce of energy. Captain Jack Hughes played a great game, and put in a greater amount of shooting than. is his custom. Cwmparc Crescents, the Rhondda League champions, again added to their points last Saturday, beating Ton Thistles by 4-0. Saturday, Phillips, their veteran foster-father and trainer, is now wearing an air of refresh- ing juvenility. Cwmparc Corinthians is a junior team with a. splendid record. They have played eight :.Ji<m. and one. The brothers Bumforil and Tommy and F. Wil- liams are their sta?* MtMte?- Tbey are chal- lenging the Cre.?eents! j

I PENRHIWFER. I The form displayed by Penrhiwfer last Saturday against Cwmpark Corinthians was far below par, the result being a draw of one each. Owing to the late arrival of the visitors, the second half was played in eemi-darknesa, which, with the scrappy' play, made a very uninteresting, game. The solitary goal was scored by Shepherd alter a nice run by T. Jones, who finisned up with a good centre. Percy Lowe, the new goalie, proved to be a find, and saved some good shots. Lenon at half was also prominent in defence.

SWANSEA UNITED. Swansea- United were robbed of their sixth successive win under the auspices of the Swansoo. and District League competitions, Morriston running them to a draw on the latter's ground. Morrison have done very well recently, and it augurs well for the United for the latter to have drawn with them away from home. A draw was a just criterion of the merits of the teams. Although Swansea did not actually win, this does not affect their position at the head of the league table, a situation which they still hold comfortably.

YSTALYFERA. Yetalyfera secured a splendid victory at home against Garnant. Ystalyfera were three goals ahead at the call of time. Gamant being one of the leading teams in the Second Division, Yetalyfera's success was highly gratifying, and should put them well on the way to the championship of their division this season. The side is so well-balanced that one feels confident they will become a redoubtable team before the end of the season arrives. The club can boast of a ground record which has survived the onslaught of Swansea United, Morriston II., and Garnant. W. Hughes, who gave such magnificent j displays at centre-half for Ystalyfera last season now plays for Garnant. Fortunately Xstalyfera have in Dai Maer a spoiler of equal merit and so the loss of Hughes is not so keen as it might have been. BLAENRHONDDA. Blaenrhondda added two more points to their list on Saturday last by defeating Porth Y.M.C.A. at Porth. It was feared that Blaén- rnondda would lose, being minus Andrews and Jones, which left them with only nine men to play a fine game and beat the homesters by a goal to nil. Lot, the centre half, scored from a free kick. What a beauty! A. Rose was in fine form He broke away on several occasions. which nearly resulted in scores, but the ball was so greasy that it was impossible to kick accurately.. M. Jones, at full-back, was put to the test, but he was always waiting to retaliate. He is worthy of his place in any senior team.

FERNDALE.. The Thursday Eleven, were at home last week, after a great absence. a.nd were engaged in a friendly with Tonypandy Y.M.C.A.. and, after a very uninteresting game, ended in a win for the visitors by 3 goals to 1. The scorers were Shaw, Freed- man, and Syd Lewis, while Will Evans scored from a penalty for the homesters. The visitors were by far a superior combination team, and completely outclassed the Thurs- days. The only players who really deserve mention for the Ferndale team are Will Evans, full-back, and Dai Lewis, in goal. It was no fault of Lewis that the three goals were registered against him.

TONYPEFAH.. I The much-longed-for return match with the Welsh Navigation was played last Saturday, and, sad to relate, the homesters, although playing on their own ground, came a cropper, the lads from Coed Ely springing a surprise and romping home by a goal to nil. The game from beginning, to end was fast and exciting, and kept the spectators in good humour. Tcnyrefail are to be blamed for their defeat, as the front rank did nothing but play to the gallery. It is to be hoped they have learned their lesson of shooting when near goal. The pick of Saturday were Fry, G. Gray, lies; and Spear. The Reserves, as usual, only mustered eight of their players to journey to Blaenllecha, and met with the usual defeat of 5 to nil.

Runcorn, 13 points; Coventry, 21. Ebbw Vale, 3 points; Wigan, 8. Oldham, 4 points; Swinton, 3. Plymouth United Services, 9 points; Devon- port, 8.. Mœeley, 17 points; Richmond, ml. fk 15 pom;. Crynant, nif.

GREAT TRIES. Cardiff in Form SOME WONDERFUL EFFORTS Easy Defeat of Neath HOME CAPTAIN'S FINE DRIBBLE [By II PEN,DRAGÐN."] Final score. G. T. P'ts. Ca.rdLt. 1 2 11 Neath 0 0 0 Neath had. tealp-bui-I d i-hg" difficulties to con- tend with for their match with Cardiff on the Cardiff Arms Park this afternoon. Conse- quently, supporteM of the all blacks were not very optimistic of success. On the other hand, the Welsh Metropoli- tans were able to place in the field practically their full strength. All" the regular backs were out, and there was a good pack m front. Neath won both of last, season's matches, but only by the narrowest margin on each occasion. At Cardiff they won by a penalty goal (kicked by W. M. Edwards) to nil, and at home Neath were only successful by a con- verted goal to a dropped goal. For to-day's garae on the Park the ground was not in the best condition. Considerable rain has fallen during the week, and there had been an absence of drying winds until this morning. As a result, the turf was on the soft side, which meant that the going was heavy. The teams turned out in the following order:— CARDIFF. Back: R. F. Williams; Three-quarter backs: R. A. Gibbs, W. Spiller, L. M. Dyke, and J. L. Williams; Half-backs: W. L. Morgan.and C. M. Lewis; Forwards: J. Pugsley, E. Mithan, G. Yewlett, J. P. Casey, Edgar Smith, C. Scanlon, J. Brookman, and J. A. Powell. NEATH.. Back: Fred Rees Three-quarter backs: Trevor John, Frank Rees (captain), D. Parry, and Gwilym J ones I Half-back3 J. Thomas and Edgar Thomas; Forwards: F. David, W. J. Perry, R. K. Green,' P.C. Birch, Tom Thomas, T. J. Reason, the K-ov. A. E. C. Morgan, and Howel Davies. Referee: Mr. R. Pollock, Newport. THE GAME. UNIONIST CANDIDATE'S COURTESY. Lord Ninian Stuart had been invited to kick-off, and he had consented to do so, but in view of the fact that hispopponent was not present, his lordship refrained from accept- ing the invitation, being prompted by the thought that his action would be in the nature of taking an unsporting advantage. The Neath team were very late in arriving, and it was twenty minutes past three when Cardiff commenced operations. The blue and blacks at once attacked, and fore eda minor after a dribble, which might easily have produced a try. Then the Neath forwards broke away dangerously, and the ball was kicked hard behind Bobby Williams. There was a race for possession, but W. Spiller got back smartly, gathered the ball, and kicked well to touch. The Neath pf- ok gave trouble for some time after this, and the Cardiff backs were called upon to do some desperate defending. j Dyke gained a lot of ground with a long kick, but he might have done better if he I had passed to Spiller. There was a smart attack on the Neath right wing, which resulted in the ball being kicked over the line, and R. F. Williams touched down. Neath at this stage were doing much better than the home side, and their all-round play was distinctly superior. Johnny Thomas got offside. and Cardiff found touch inside the .Neath half. Spiller did some good work, and gained further ground -w?h a big punt tQ-Wt¡Q.. The play was very keen, and the forwards on both sides always willing. Spiller made a fine mark in the face of on-rushing for- wards, but Neath were going great guns, and carried play right to the Cardiff line. A WONDERFUL TRY. I Clem Lewis made a big kick, and, Bobby Williams mulling the return from Fred Rees, play was left right on the Cardiff line. From this position Cardiff scored a wonder- ful try. W. L. Morgan came away from a loose scramble, ran brilliantly to half-way, arid passed to Dyke, who beat all opposition, and was leaving the pursuing Neath backs behind, when he passed to Spiller, who ran on and scored behind the posts. It was a glorious try, and Gibbs easily added the extra points. Neath again attacked after this, and the referee made a mistake in calling Clem Lewis back for offside., when there was a chance of a try. Clem Lewis, Dyke, Spiller, and Gibbs passed admirably, and the right centre seemed likely to go over, when Gilym Jones cut. <lj>t' and hrt)iieht. off a great tackle. BIRCH CARRIED OFF. Birch did some good defensive work. ana was hurt in a simple tackle. The light was already failing badly, and it was inevitable that the game would be finished in semi-darkness. Birch was so much hurt that he had to be carried off. Fred Rees brilliantly saved a rush by the Cardiff forwards after a cross-kick by the home forwards, but Cardiff still attacked. Again the Cardiffians were called back in error by the referee, when the line seemed at their mercy; Spiller baring put his man I well on side after a well-judged cross-kick. Cardiff were on the Neath line at the int.nitrn.1 1 Half-time score: G. T. Pta. Cardiff 1 0 5 Neath 0 0 0 I ANOTHER SCORE. Whey play was resumed in the presence of 10,000 spectators it was very nearly dark. Birch, who had a bruised shoulder, was able to re-start. Fred Rees, failing to gather, quickly, was held in his own 25, and Cardiff carried play lo the Neath lines. Aftat a try had been disallowed to Car- diff, W. L. Morgan gave a quick, clean pass to Clem Lewis, who was over in a twinkling. From a not very difficult angle, Gibbs failed to land a goal. Bob Green led a magnificent dribble by the Neath forwards. which R. F. Williams only stopped well inside his 25. Some grand work was put in by the Cardiff forwards, who carried play to the Neath line before being stopped. Bobby Williams gathered the ball from in front of the Neath forwards and broke away finely Inside the Neath half he passed to finely. Gibbs, who made a fast sprint up the R A touch-line, only to her tackled ten yards out. Good passing by the Cardiff backs pre- Ferted another chance, but J. L. Williams just failed to hold a long pass from Spiller when the left wing was clear. Brookman broke away at the centre and made a long and clever run for Cardiff, but was held before he could get the ball well away to his three at the finish of the sprint. Nearly all the play went in favour of Car- diff in the closing stages, he home forwards showing more stamina, than their opponents. Neath reached' the Cardiff 25, where Gibbs broke away. I SPAHKLING EFFORT. With a dribble-he took the ball at his toes right throug the Neath backs.and then, with two further hard kicks, sent the ball over the Neath line and, easily beating all the opposition for pace, scored the second wonderful try of the match. Dyke was entrusted with the place kick, but failed to land the extras. Neath,-av..ain returned to the attack, arid strove desperately to score. It was now almost dark, and utterly impossible to distinguish the players. I Final score: tr. T. P ts. Cardiff 1 2 11 Neath 0 0 0 I"'Forward's" Commentsl There can be only one verdict-" A Mag- nificent Game." Cardiff, played in theif .very best style, and that is about the maximum of praise that can be bestowed upon any team playing Rugby in the kingdom to-day. Every player in the side fairly- let himself loose and played his natural, game, with the net result that we saw an exhibition worthy of comparison with that given against the United Services a fortnight ago. Two out of the three-tries scored by Car- diff will long be remembered as typical instances of traditional Cardiffian attack. In both cases defence was converted into effective aggressiveness with startling sud- denness, which gladdened the hearts of the spectators. < The first try especially was one of the very best, Willie Morgan breaking through from a loose scramble close to his own line, and showing a turn of speed which must have surprised everyoody. Having made an open pass for himself he passed at the right moment to Dyke, and the Neath defence from that instant had n. o chance. Dyke in giving the honour of scoring to Spiller was the personification of unselfishness. There I was nothing in the wide world to prevent him running over the line himself, and the only reason one caan imagine for his final transfer was that he either thought he was being overtaken or that Spiller called for the ball. Anyhow, that is only a detail in one of the most splendid attacking move- ments imaginable, .7 I u_ THE RIVAL FORWARDS. '1 _?_ ? I iN e&Ln s i^-waiua piaycu uueu usual strong bustling ga.me, some of their dribbles and ma.ny of their rushes being a treat to watch. So far as their vanguard was concerned, they hold their own, to say the least, but there were times when they were outclassed by the equally determined rushes and the superior finesse of the Cardiff forwards. Thre is less doubt now than ever that the right men have been found for the Cardiff pack, and the only fault that can be urged against them is that they are on the light side. Whether this is more of an imaginary than a real weakness is a debatable point, and. personally, I would hesitate to substitute a. heavier man unless he was a player of excep- tional merit for any one of the young blooda who are d,oing so remarkably well for their i club. ) "KILLED BY PACE." ¡' There has been no looking back since the Swansea match, and now that the whole team has got into its stride, there is no reason why we should not look forward with every confidence to a long series of victories.. Neath were beaten, by the killing pace of the Cardiff 'backs. Never have I seen them covering the ground in better style. Every man took up his correct position in almost every movement, and this ensured the soundest of defence, as well as brilliance in attack. The Neath three-quarters, although they played pluckily, were excelled in almost every phase of play, and that in a nutshell is the sum total of their defeat. From, beginning to end the pace was ter- rific, and it was again gratifying to see a, game so clean, though keen, and perfectly free from rough or foul -play. TRUE s.PORTING SPIRIT. vent.ed ,°JLly pity is that the bad light pre- vented the spectators from having a clearer view of the whole, match, but enough was seen to make eservbody- feel pleased and satisfied that he had witnessed football played in true sporting spirit, and just exactly as it ought to be played.

I Welsh Superiority I "TILLERY BEAT BRIDGWATER After their fine win over Penarth on the seasiders' ground last Saturday. Abertillery were home to-day to Bridgwater Albion. The visitors were without four of their regular side, the Somerset side having the services of two, and the other pair stood in reserve Bridgwater are playing good football this eea.son. and only a fortnight ago defeated Cinderford. Tom Dykes was missing from the home forward line, and a severe cold also pre- vented Tom Browing from playing. Teams;- ABERTILLERY. Back: T. Morris. Threequarter-backs: W. Bowen, H. A. James. F. Coates. and C. Hodges. Half-backs: Joe Richardson and E. Marsh. Forwards: J. Webb, J. Howells, Jack Webb. W. Powell, W. Lewis, T. Fern, L. Lewis. and W. Hale. ESIDG WATER ALBION. Back: W. Turner. Threequarter-backs: G. Rosier, T. England. A. Mears. ana C. Billings. Half-backs: Partridge and Winter. Forwards: G. Fry, W. Storey, Lieutenant Hennicker, G. Pugsley, T. Chardy, G. Kingston, W. Prow, and H. Lewis. Referee: Mr. W. Edgar Rees, Aberdare. [ THE GAME. There was a very small crowd when the te tms fielded. Jim Webb kicked off for 'Tillery, and the visitors took play to the home quarters, but Joe Richardson frus- trated their efforts by diving for the ball and sending to touch Led by Jim Webb and Lionel Lewis the heme forwards dribbled splendidly, and Bower further improved their position by a long kick, which founi touch near the Albion's line. Another fine dribble led by Jim Webb took play to the visitors' line, but the visiting forwards replied with a rush that removed the danger. Bower then put in a good sprint, but Turner brought him low. 'Tillery continued to press, and from a passing bout Bowen got over in the extreme corner, James failing with the kick. Immediately on the re-start the Albions got u pto the home line, but good kicking by Richardson relieved the pressure. The hame forwards gained further ground, a;it from a line out at half-way Jim Webb secured and threw out to Freddy Court, who got over after a fine run, which James again failed to convert. Half-time score: G. T. Plts. Abertillery 0 2 6 Bridgwater Albion 0 0 0 The Albions resumed, and the 'Tillery for- wards got to the-Albion quarters. Lionel Lewis scored from a pass by Jim Webb, and II. A. Jamiba converteid. Hodges punted to Turner, who failed to hold, and Joe Richard- son got possession to race over unopposed. The kick failed. Fred Courts then accepted a pass from Charlie Hodges, and scored a fine corner try, which was unconverted. Final score: G. T. P'ts. Abertillery. 1 4 17 Bridgwater Albion ..no, n 0 0

"Match of the Season." PONTYPOOL V PILL HARRIERS The Pill Harriers to-day played what was described as the match of the season" when they entertained Pontypool, who were for some time keen opponents with them in the Monmouthshire League competition. Pontypool having now shed their connection with the league and struck out as a first- class club, added interest to the game. In the iast half-dozen seasons Pill have been top tog in the majority of games, and there was a confident feeling that they would to-day win. The attendance was one of the best that had been seen at the PiHgwcully Ground, Newport, this season, there being a large contingent from Pontypool. The team took the field as follows:— Pontypool fielded a weak team, Rees Thomas, E. Stevens, Maurice Williams, and F. Andrews, who may be considered as regular players,, being out of the side. Vio ground was in excellent condition for the passing same. Teams: — PONTYPOOL. Back, R. Harry Three-quarter backs, E. Radley, W. J. Thomas, F. A. Parkhouse, and E. Pritchard; Half-backs, F. Prosse-r and R. Lloyd; Forwards, H. Jarman, C. Carter, 0. Davies, E. Carr, A. Hockey, F. Smith, J. Jones, and E. Onions. PILL HARRIERS. Back, W. Haley; Three-quarter backs, B. Isitt, F. Johnson, Soil- van, and E. Seer; Halfbacks, J. Wetter and M. Casey; Forwards, H. Wetter (captain), G. Travers, W. Casey, L. Trump. P. Saunders, G. Merry, J. S'harram. and G. BTagg. THE GAME. The game opened with the home forwards playing a strenuous game. They rushed up to the Pontypool 25, but the ball went for- ward. The ball was next sent, to Harley, who played wonderfully at full-back. He gained ground, and .play toqk place in the visitors' 25, with the result that they had to concede a minor. Things were even for a time, and then the Harriers again attacked. The inter- val arrived with no score. Half-time score; G. T. Pts. P0ntyp0&1. 0 0 0 Pill Harriers. Q 0 O. On the, re-stan Pill ke.pt up the pressure, but a penalty kick against them removed play to the centre. By short rushes the Pontypool forwards got to within Zye, yards of the Pill line, and had a fine chance of scoring,but an infringe- ment took place in the scrum which robbed them by a penalty imposed by the referee. Haley made no mistake with a kick to touch Pinnl fV T TJ'+a nnai w. JL. r ie. Pontypoot. n n 0 I-ill Harriers »••••• 0 0 0 "?b??TS. ° The large crowd "which had assembled on the Pill grounds to-day seemed to be satsi- fied with the fine, fast display of football to which they were treated. It was a splendid exhibition of strenuous forward play. Pill showed to rather better advantage in the majority of the scrums, and used their feet well. The Harriers' forwards proved such a fast lot that the Pop typool qu.artette had no chance to develop an attack. The Harriers" third line was seriously han- dicapped by the fact that the half-backa showed no inclination to open up the game.

Neath II. were at home to-day to Cardiff II., who were last year beaten by the home side by a try. Teams:— NEATH II. Back G. Gethin. Three-quarter backs: W. Morgan. H. Harris. t, T. Jame^r and Percy Moon. Half-backsJ: Hughes and W. Parker. Forwards: Harding, W. Hill, T. Jones, G. Stephens, E. Thomas, E. Williams, G. Vigors, and R. Davies. CARDIFF II. Back: F. Woods. Three-quarter backs: A. T. Lovelock, T. Rear- I don, Ivor James, and C, Bryant. Half-backs: E. Hall and T. Goodfellow. Forwards: D.Duncan. D. Pike, G. Cape, D. Calton, R. Gillings, G. Duncan, A. Green, and Corporal Murphy. Referee, Mr. W. R. Thomas, Abeavon. Cardiff started operations, and soon put on a strong attack, and were almost over in the first five minutes, but T. James relieved and sent play back to the centre. From here the visitors got away well by a good forward rush, and Loveluck got .over with a smart try. Woods faialing at goal. ISeath now improved their position from a scrhm on the visitors' 25 line. Parker got away splendidly, but knocked on near the line. Woods was here tackled before he could get in his reply, w Morgan made a very good but ineffectual attempt to drop a goal, and a moment later Parker sent wide in an attempt at a penalty goal. Gething found touch in the Neath ter- ritory, and from here Neath pressed, and R. Davies secured a splendi dtry. Hugh" failed at goal. On the luck-out Neath, again pressed, and the Cardiff custodian, having hit kick charged down. Parker dashed over with a smart try, which Hughes again failed, to con- vert. Half-time: G. T, Pts. Neath 11. 0 2 6 Cardiff 11 0 1 3 Even play in the second half lasted for five minutee, and then Cardiff kept up a strong pressure, and from a forward rush after a lihe-out Dyko scored and Woods converted. Parkey, the Neath outside half. had to retire, being injured, and the visitors worked up the field, only to find the defence too stronsr to be piereced. 1- n uc- Final score: G. T. P'ta. Cardiff II.' 1 1.8 Neath ii .I. 0 2 6