The Rhondda Leader

A Tonypandy Woman Gives Evidence The value of local evidence is indisput- a ble. It is the kind of evidence we accept as true because we know we can prove it for ourselves. There has been plenty of such evidence in the Tonypandy papcr" lately, and this straightforward testimony has established a confidence in the minds of Tonypandy people that will not easily be shaken. When I was living in Barry some three years ago." says Mrs. E. Griffiths, of 63. Getlnn Terrace, Forth, near Tony- pandy. I had an attack of kidney com- plaint. The pains in my back were sharp and cutting, and I had attacks of head- ache and dizziness. There were also rheumatic pains in my ankles. The kidney excretions were unnatural and restricted, and left a sediment. Dropsical swellings appeared in my legs and feet so that I could not get my boots on. There was a puffiness under my eyes a.s well. Reading about Doan's Backache Kidnev Pills. I thought I would try them. I began to feel better after the first few doses, and as I continued with the pills my back gradually got stronger and free from pain, the urinary trouble was put right and the swellings disappeared. If ever I have had a touch of back- ache since, a few of Doan's pills soon put me right. I shall always speak well of them. (Signed) (Mrs.) E. Griffiths." Price 2 9a box, 6 boxes 13 9 of all dealers, or from Foster-McCiellan Co.. 8. Wells Street, Oxford Street. London. W. Don 't ask for kidney and backache pills —ask (lixtincthi for Doan's Backache Kidney Pills, the same as Mrs. Griffitils had. 2229 5

Flattering Reception of Miss Bessie Jones at Queen's Hall, London. Three Recalls Secured. From time to time we have recorded the many successes of that promising Welsh soprano vocalist, Miss Bessie Jones, oi Tonypandy. From almost at the onset of her singing career great things were prophesied of this gifted daughter of C'ymru. and be it to her lasting credit, never once has she let her critics down. On Thursday, the 21st inst., Miss Jones made history for herself at the Queen's Hall, London, at one of the popular pro- menade concerts held there, and her ap- pearance was a marked success. In regard to this event the South Wales Echo of the 22nd inst. has some- thing to say; it is as follows:— Miss Bessie Jones, a young Welsh vocalist, made her first appearance at at the promenade concerts. Queen's Hall, London, last night, and met with a. flattering reception. She has a ifne, soprano voice, and is beautifully clear in the upper register. For her first selection she gave the recitative and aria from Verdi's Rigoletto, Dearest Name," securing no less than three re- calls. Later she sang with great effect Gounod's "Serenade" with violin obligate. So far has Miss Jones' reputation spread that she is in great request by gramophone record producing companies. One company, who has produced four of her brilliant efforts, viz., "Home. Sweet Home" (Bishop), "Good-bye" (Tosti), Violets (Ellen Wright), and "When the robins nest again," says This delightful young Welsh soprano bids fair to become one of the leading artistes of the day. Her voice is sweet- ness itself. Miss Jones is a great favourite at the Sunday League con- certs." Miss Bessie Jones is the daughter of our esteemed townsman, Mr. John Jones. fruiterer.

?;?: -?. :??: iJ:? :'?. s. ? .1'\ ??" r" '-l"r ?. BRONODA DISTRICT SHOPPING GUIDE. t BEST QUALITY" REASONABLE PRICES I GUARANTEED AT THESE STORES. Tpeherbert. CHIKKO for Chickens. I VELO for Pigeons. I OSOKO for Dogs. I Local Agent R. T. JONES, Sheffield House. TREHERBERT. Everything of the Best. I. JOHN, Tailor, Outfitter & Gents' Mercer, 134, Bute Street, (Opposite Castle Hotel), TREHERBERT. 2547 I POSTING! POSTING! POSTING! t At Reasonable Charges. LORRIES TO MEET ALL TRAINS.— Note the Address t MICHAEL DAVIES, Undertaker, Poster, & Funeral Furnisher, 11. Station Street, TREHERBERT I Tel. P.O., -24. 2577 t Treorchy. ANOTHER WAR! ON PRICE?. TOM WILLIAMS, High-class Ladies' & Gents' Tailor, t 111, Bute St., Treorchy 2546 1 Ferndale. BARNES 0 HARE, I The Sport," I For Foof?a//s, Outfits, Medals I or Cups. I Top of the Town, FERNDALE. 1 2458 J New and ArtisticTEETH FITTED BY I WILLIAM PATON, t DENTAL SURGERY, I 36, High Street, FERNDALE. I (Next to Post Cffice.) I Absolutely Painless Extractions. Moderate M Changes. 2464 M T. J. RICHARDS & Co,: t Furnishers, Ironmongers, &c., 74, Duffryn Street.. Cross 8treet, M FERNDALE. Carved Oak Suite, 8 Guineas. Motor Cycles, including Triumph (1913), to be cleared. 2545 M

Death of Miss Frances Thomas. late of Porth. I Died Whilst on Vacation. We regret to chronicle the death, which took place on Wednesday, of Miss Frances Thomas, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Thomas, late of the Rising Sun, Blaenavon. Deceased had been ill for a considerable period, and bore her afflic- tion with patience and fortitude. Being of a sunny disposition and but 18 years of age. her premature death is deeply regretted. At the time of her death Miss Thomas was at Abertridwr. where she was spend- ing her vacation. She was a native of Porth. and was an employee of Mr. Smith- Davies, draper, where she made a number of friends. The deceased was a constant worshipper at St. Paul's Church. The funeral took place on Monday amidst every manifestation of sympathy. the interment being at Llethrddu Ceme- tery. where the Rev. T. Parry performed the burial obsequies. The principal mourners were:—Mr. and MrsT Thomas (father and mother); Miss Maud Thomas (sister) Mrs. G. Thomas (grandmother); Mr. Ivor Price. Blaenavon (brother-in-law) and other relatives from Swansea and Abertridwr. Severa l large and beautiful floral tri- butes surmounted the coffin, includiilg, wreaths from father and mother; Sister Maud: grandmother; Mr. Ivor Price; aunts, uncles, and cousins, of Abertridwr cousins, of Pontypool Mr. Joe Protheroe and Miss Protheroe. Blaenavon; Mr. and Mrs. Drain. New Park; Mr. and Mrs. Rawlings. Panteg Hotel. Abertridwr; Mr. Smith Davies' employees. Porth; Mi -s. Jones. Glynfach, Porth; Mr. Sam Janes. Abertridwr and the Misses Hop- kins. Tvnycymmer Lodge. Porth,

Prof. TUDOR DAVIES (P.H.D., X.J.I S.), PHRENOLOGIST, PALMIST, PHYSOHO METRIST, s EGYPTIAN CLAIRVOYANT- Consultations. Hours l<"> a.rr to 10 p.m. Fees from Ore Shi 1.iritr. 18, HIGH STREET. FERNDALE. Tonypandy. ANSELL'S Motto: t "Quality Up, Prices Down." Without a doubt at ANSELL'S Watch and Jewellerv Depot., Opposite G.P.O., TONYPANDY. The Smartest & Latest Coods only. Books, Stationery and Fancy Goods at N JOHN HOWELL & Co., Briwnant Home, Dunraven Street. 223B t IS A. DAVIES, Paris House, Pandy Square FOR Smartest Millinery 2462 Porth. A GREAT DROP IN PRICES by NEVIES BROS., Practical Watchmakers, Jewellers and Opticians, 51, Hannah Street, Porth, in all kinds of Jewellery, Watches, Clocks, &e. Repairs Guaranteed 12 months. ——— "1- —————— Welsh IN A Week A New: and Rapid Method of learning Welsh by means of conversation. Dnipp Q/1 all Newsagents and Book- Prioe 3d. selier8, or Post Free 4d" from the Publiehers- Rhondda Leader 1 Ltd., Tonypandy LOND6N HORACE MARSHALL & Sox, Temple House, Temple Avenue, E.C.

Death of an Old Mid-Rhondda Inhabitant. Lived 43 Years in Same House. We regret to report the death of Mrs Elizabeth Perris, wife of Mr. Joseph. Perris, 8, Campbell Terrace, Llwynypia. which occured on the 20th inst., after a long and painful illness borne with Chris- tian fortitude and patience. Deceased, who was an old inhabitant of Mid-Rhondda, was a native of Ooal-Pit- Heatli. near Bristol, and came to reside in the Valley in 1870. having lived in the locality for the past 43 years, during which time she has resided in the same house at Campbell Terrace. She was a faithful member of the Primitive Metho- dist Church, where her husband has held an official position for many years, She. passed away at the age of 64 years, and her genial disposition had won her many friends. The funeral took place on Monday last at Llethrddu Cemetery. Trealaw. Appro- priate hymns were sung en route to the cemetery, conducted by Mr. John F. Farmer. The Rev. W, Ward (circuit minister) officiated at, the house and graveside. The following were the chief mourners —On foot—Mr. F. Gale (son.in-law). Mr. J. Perris (nephew). Messrs. G. and C Bateman (cousins), Messrs. H. Knight and S. Hollier (couslns) first coach—Mr Joseph Perris (husband). Mrs. Gale- (daughter). Master Edgar Davies (grand- son). Mr. Charles Perris (nephew). Mrs. Ellen Eaves and Mrs. Caroline Amsbury (cousins) second coach—Mrs. B. Bate- man, Mrs. R. Bateman. Misses Lizzie and Rose Hollier (cousins): Mrs. J. Hopla and Mrs. S. Perris (nieces), and Mrs. Ann Lloyd (friend). The coffin was surmounted with beauti- ful floral tributes sent by the following —Husband and family; members of the Primitive Methodist Church, Llwvnypia Mr. J. Thomas (butcher) and familv bouquet from Master George Cooper (god- son) and Master Edgar Davies (grand- son i.

To the defendant the Stipendiary sa:d. Yon must try and persuade her to bet- ter way-, and not beat her into hotter ways. Second Court. J Monday.—Before Alderman Rd. Lewis (chairman). Messrs. J. J). Williams mid Jacob Ray. THROWING STONES. I Roys ought to be at home in bid at your age. Yell might have seriously in- jured ()i)ieoii(, a'(t Alder- man Richard Lewis to three boys trom Trealaw. named Frederick Lee. James Samuel, and John Randeil. who were charged with throwing; stines. P C. Evans (Trealaw) proved the case. Samnd admitted having tin ow n a stone, and Le<- also admitted casting a- similar missile, whilst Randeil promptly said. "I am very sorry, sir." It was proved that defendants were in Court in last March for doing wilful damage. They were fined 7s. Gel. each. JUVENILE PIGEON FANCIERS. What was characterised as a boyish freak was heard when Hugh Jones (17), John Grav (13). and Idris Grin)ths(io), all Penygraig boys, were prosecuted by a young domestic servant, named Annie Keating (18). ot Tonypandy. for stealing four pigeons. Mr. A. Ivor Parry appeared for Griffiths, and Mr. Lewis (Messrs. Lewis and Crockett. Pontypridd) repre- sented the ether two defendants. Keating is in the service of Father Griffiths. Tonypandy. and lives at the Catholi, Church. Tonypandy. According to the evidence of the prose- cutrix. -he saw Griffiths jump o\ ei toe boundarv wall into the hack lane and run away. She found Edward John Gray in- side the cote, whom she fastened inside, and in the meantime sent 1'1' the p li;e. The birds were valued at Is. each. At 9 o'clock on Monday. August lltli. the defendants Jones and Gray brought back to her four pigeons. She missed eight pigeon-—four belonging to her and four belonging to the housekeeper. During cross-examinati: n by Mr. Lewis, prosecutrix admitted leather Griffiths stid to the the police officer in regard to one of the ckfcndallts, "Talw him to the police station and frighten him." P.S. Baker deposed to reading the sum- mons over to the defendants on the lltli of August. Gray replied. "It was tour pigeons we took and not eight. Jones and Griffiths said they took four pigeons between them. Mr. Parry intimated that the boys parents were exceedingly respectable, and in regard to Idris Griffiths spoke as to the lad's excellent character. He con- tended that the case was evidently one in respect of which the Act of Parliament for probationary offenders was passed. There was no felonious intent it was merely a boyish freak. Mr. Lewis, speaking on behalf of Gray and Jones, said the major portion of Mr. Parry's remarks was applicable to his two clients. Gray was an orphan, and had not had the family guidance which he should have had. He also thought the application of the Probationers' Act would not be abused The boys stole four pigeons—two eaoh-and he claimed that Hugh Jones was not an active participant. Alderman Richard Lewis said the case had *een made out very clearly, but the Bench could not accept the view taken by the solicitor for Hugh Jones in reference to that defendant's character. You have not a clean record at all." said Mr. Lewis, addressing Jones. You have been brought here on three occa- sions. Do you remember that? Gaming with cards." Defendant: Yes. sir. Continuing. Mr. Lewis remaikcd only shows you are not as careful of your conduct, as you ought to be. We cannot let this pass in your case without liii- posing a fine of20s. "In regard to the case of Gray, we want. to point out you are not as good a boy as you ought to be. We have infor- mation that you are not behaving as you ought to do. You know where you have been to—Quaker's Yard? You have been to the Truant School there for some time, and after coming out you are giving trouble. However, we don't intend im- posing any tine on you we will give you another chance. You must be careful in future. 11 Al .iiii regard to Griffiths, tuere is absolute!v a ch;an record here which is all in his favour, and we are hoping this will be a serious warning to you not to attempt anything of this kind again. It is so ea-y to smirch your character, and it is not so easy to remove that smirch from it. What we propose to do is to act upon the suggestion of Mr. Parry and Mr. Lewis, and bind you (Griffiths and Gray") over in the sum of tIo to be of tsood behaviour for six months. Gray's uncle and Griffiths' father were made responsible for the lads during that I period. A DEAR THREEPENN'ORTH. You must keep a closer watch on your girl. was the advice tendered by Alderman Richard Lewis to the mother of Minnie Parrv. a young Trecrchy girl. Minnie was charged with stealing coal from off a full truck at the Abergorchy siding. The coal was the property of Messrs. Burnyeat. Brown and Co., and was valued at 3d. A fini, of os. was inflicted. WEDDING RING ON AN ASH TIP. Finding does not always infer keeping. This question came up during a case in which a boy named Benjamin Edwards, Llwvnypia. was charged with stealing a gold ring by finding. Mr. Millward. Pentre. defended' Edwards. Win. Humnhreys. pawnbroker's assis- tant. gave evidence regarding the ring bpin\ brought to his employer's shop. Emlyii Thomas, a nine-year-old boy. said at 11 a.m. on Saturday, the 23id inst.. th?v v.?? Innkin? for cnkcs on thp rnhhish tip. Sherwood, w hen they picked IIp ? rin?. ThcvtripdtopawuitatMr. C'ard.?h' shnn in Tonvpandw A boy named Jonathan Granville, who was with ic.Itll,,Tl NN-lio xi-itil tlieni ia,heil t.li4,v foiiiid the Until ? I I Pr- sun?pst?d that, witness knew nothing nbout nawning, Granville told them to go to the pawnshop, and thev could divide the nioniv between himself and Bonm-, Benny said he would not go without wit- ness. W itness went first itirofhe?hop. j He asked the assistant. Win. Humphreys. PSeasecan.Ipawnth.is nng?" Wit- | nes?wastotdhewasnofctder.ough.and was asked if there was any"no {'I;e' with him. He was also l'l'qlle?tl'd to "tate where he lived, his name and age. "and I went out tIwn," Edwards came into the shop. Thev were not asked where they got the ring. Witness said he got the ring from his mother. He did not know what Edwards said whett the police constable came. Witness said they found the ring on the ash tip. Tiiey b; th went with the police constable, and they both told him they found merino on the ash tip. The constable said. "That is no good you won't get off with that. That is not the truth." From first to last they j both t >lcl the constable tmy got it (jll | the ash tip. Mis. Annie Evans. Sh' i'w.od, said she was depositing some rubbish on the tip in question when she lost her wedding ring. P.S. Morris. Tonypandy. gave evidence as to being called to the defendant. Edwards said. "I found it on the ash tip this morning." Mr. 31 ill w ard said the evidence had been given very fairly, _ai:il contended that itwasnot)areeny br finding. Alderman Richard Lewis: There is no mark on the ring to show whom it belonged to, That was very wrong: you ought to have taken it to your father or to the police station. Mr. Millward He is an orphan, sir. AitiermanL?wis: You did very wrong )n taking it to the pawnshop. The other boy said what was untrue in saying it I)eif to his mother. It wa?a ?'p.r\' wicked thing indeed in taking it to a pawnshop. We cannot put it down to I I 11, ) t])lit I t I o\\ 11 1 k) In future, if you find anything that does I' not belong to you. take it to your parents or the police station. The ring was then handed to it, right- ful owner. NOT HIGH STAKES. We were playing a friendly game of • all fours. and I don't think there was a tanner between the lot of us." said Gilbert Moore when he and three other Blaenycwin colliers, named David D. Dimes, Thomas Nash and Lewis Parry, were charged with card-playing on the mountain side. Alderman Rd, Lewis observed they were evidently not playing lor high stakes (laughter). P.C. Weston and P.S. Evans proved the case, thp latter saying they were octii in plain clothes. The defendants were playing nap." He (witness) saw five cards dealt to eac h. Alderman Lewis The police might have made a mistake in regard to the game you were playing, but I am satisfied that you were playing cards. In the case of Davies. who is absent, he is fined 20s. Moore and Parry, old hands at this busi- ness. 15s. each and Nasii. with a clean record, he is fine(1 10s. FIRST TIME FOR MONEY. I rive lonypandv colliers were ifned 10s. each for playing cards at the back of the Colisuem. Tonypandy. Their names were Sidney Wright, Thomas O'Keefe. Percy Stone, James Murphy, and Edwin John- son. Wright said it was the first time he had ever played for money. Alderman Lewis: The first time you have been caught perhaps. BAD FEELING THROUGH MOTHER'S I DEATH. The story of a family disturbance was told when Caroline Rodgers, of 13. Swan Terrace, Penygraig. summoned Edward CPnnolley. her brother, for assault, and his wife. Ma rgaret Connolley, for annoy- ance. Mr. David James, B.A.. LL.D.. Tonypandy. appeared for complainant. The trouble arose through complainant's sister-in-law making fun at her in Dun- raven Street. Tonypandy. on a Saturday night. Complainant spoke to her bro- ther. and asked him to stop his wife making fun at her, when he lost his temper and committed the assault complained of. It was said that bad tee?mg had been engendered in the family through the mother's death. I Mr. James said the parties now were all willing to at peace with one an- other, and were willing to be bound over. The course was adopted III a sum of L-5 each, each to pay own costs. YOUTH AND AGE. I REFUSED TO PAY AS A PROTEST. Matrimonial misfits are in evidence, and one appeared in Court. Mrs, Ann McDonald, whose age was said to be fi9. and a resident of Gilfaeh Goch, summoned her husband, Robert McDonald, who is living apart from her at Tonyrefail, and whose age is said to be about 40 years, for assault. There were no witnesses on either side, the alleged assault taking place inside locked doors. Mr. W. G. Spickernell. Tonypandy, ap- peared for defendant, and Mr. R. Naun- ton Morgan for the complainant. it was stated that in June last com- plainant obtained a maintenance order against her husband. Mrs. McDonald was called. On the 26th of last month, she said she was in her house, and it was between 10 and 11 o'clock, when defendant called. In regard to his condition he was not sober, and she deemed it necessary to send for the police. When they came, defendant asked if lie could have halt an hour to speak to her. When they went out. defendant locked the door and put the key in his pocket. Afterwards he caught hold of her. and she was badly bruised all over her body. He did not go out lie pinched her on her arms and threw her down on the floor, and she said she was very sore indeed. Defendant remained there till between 5 and 6 in the morning. She did not go upstairs with him. She was very excited. Cross-examined by Mr. Spii kernel], complainant said her husband wanted to accuse her of things. She could not hear anybody knocking at the door because she was so excited. Mr. Spickernell: He says now he never touched you. Complainant: He did. then: look at mv hands, then. Continuing. Mrs. McDonald saicJ. sfie had never told any- body until she went to get a summons. It was on a Saturday defendant came to her house: the time she came to the Court was on the following Thursday. Mr. Spickernell said there was JlO c m- plaint madp to any person between the Saturday night and the Thursday morn- ing when she applied for a summons. fhe partie" did not live comfortably to- gether. and had only been married a year. His case was that the fault was on the wife's side. The defendant. Robert McDonald, speaking with a pronounced Scotch accent, gave his evidence. He said he had been living in the district about seven years. They were married last August. He called at his wife's house 0]1 this occasion in obedience to that Court iopay her money. He denied locking her in or assaulting her. When he got this summons it was the ifrst time he knew anvthing about it. The reason why he did not appear last -Monday was because he was ill and conifned to the house. C'ross-exiamined by Mr. Morgan If you were ill. did you consult a doctor? Defendant: We don't always consult a doctor. Mr. R. Naunton Morgan: Thev ar? not perhaps all so stupid as you. Mr. Spickernell That is rather un- called All-. Morgan: Why did you pay all this Defendant: Well, there is a man living with her. and I object to a man living with her. There is too much falsC" senti- ment about a woman nearly 70 years of age. I deny that I have ever in my life ever touched that woman. I went there to induce her to live a cleaner and a purer life it possible. She locked the door and hid the key. This summons is only paving the way for another one. I swear to God I have never touched her. Alderman Richard Lewis, who sat alone on the Bench during the hearing of this case, consented to waive all legal tech- nicalities. He was satisfied an assault had been made, and imposed a fine of 10s. and costs. Defendant I refu-o to pay as a pro- test. He was itted for fourteen days.