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Family Notices
BIRTHS, MARRIAGES, & DEATHS. BIRTH. OWEN.—Osi the 5th inst., at Cae Dre House. Bridg- end, the wife of the Rev. W. Oscar Owen. of a daughter. MARRIAGES. the 3rd inst., at St. John's Church, Caaiton, Cardiff, by the Rev. J. Saunderson, E. M. Davies, engineer, Bridgend, to Jenny, daughter of Mir. R. Williams, Llantwit Yardre. DEATHS. MORGAN.—On the 1st inst., after a painful illness Gertrude, daughter of David Morgan, traveller, Court House-street, Pontypridd, aged 4 years. I JONES rpHOMAS & 00., UNDERTAKERS & COMPLETE FUNERAL FURNISHERS. EVERY REQUISITE FOR FUNERALS OF ALIi CLASSES. The only Proprietors of Hearaes, Shellibiers, &c. in the district. 0pplr..s I HOLTON-ROAD, BARRY DOCK. j YKRK-STREET, CADOXTON'. FURNISHERS. EVERY REQUISITE FOR FUNERALS OF ALIi CLASSES. The only Proprietors of Hearaes, Shellibiers, &c. in the district. 0pplr..s I HOLTON-ROAD, BARRY DOCK. j YKRK-STREET, CADOXTON'. BOOTS FOR TEE MILLION SHOES FOR ALL CLASSES i T SUPPERS TO SUIT ALL W. H. HOCKING Begs to inform the .'Public generally that he has received^iis New Stock of Ålltumn & Winter Goods Which are Reliably Good, and will be Quoted at LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICES. REPAIRS NEATLY AND CHEAPLY EXECUTED WITH PROMPT DESPATCH. NOTE ADDRESS W. H. HOCKING, 3, CAROLINE-STREET, near Post Offlcc, 6] BRIDGEND. DTORAYEK-PLACE REFRESHNENT ROOMS, (Near the New Bridge, BRSPGEND.) HOT JQIXXERS A I L Y. w ELL-AIRED B;E.pS. A HENRY BALL. [A CARD.] AJjLAN J. -yyrATERS IL2CHITECT & SURVEYOR, 136, BOLTON STREET, BRIDGEND, Late an Assistant-Surveyor of the Barry andDadoxton Local Board. UPHOLSTERY! j CABINET-MAKING!! C. PRESTON, 13, COITY-STREET, BRIDGEND, IS XOW PREPARED TO EXECUTE ALL KINDS OF THE ABOVE CLASS OF WORK WITH NEATNESS, DESPATCH, AND AT REASONABLE PRICES. THE -pARMERS' SUPPLY STORES. -I THE SEASON'S GOODS. HAY PIKES (PARKE'S WARRANTED), ALL SIZES. HAY RAKES (NATURAL FORK). SHEEP SHEARS, BARLEY FORKS, SPARS (LONG AND SHORT). GALVANISED CORRUGATED SHEETS FOR ROOFING. CHURNS, CHEESE PRESSES, AND VATS. MILK-PANS, MILKING BUCKETS, AND ALL DAIRY UTENSILS KEPT IN STOCK. CRAGOE AND BROWN, BRIDGEND. — —^ I TEA. THEY say that TEA comes from India, China, and an Island called Ceylon, but my MOTHER says the BEST TEA SHE EVER BOUGHT comes fyoxu says the BEST TEA SHE EVER BOUGHT comes fyoxu J. W. ROBERTS, TEA MERCHANT, I BRIDGEND. II I EAGLE IMPLEMENT, SEED, AND MANURE STORES. QOWBRIDGB. EJOHN begs to inform FARMERS AND • OTHERS that he has a large lot of HOME- GROWN CLOVERS from the neighbourhood of tlancarvan and Penmark, imported ITALIAN RYE GRASS, splendid ALSYKE WHITE DUTCH TREFOIL, all of good samples. Home-grown old sort SANFOIN. Growers' names given. Agent for Adam's Celebrated Manures. A LARGE STOCK OF SEASON S IMPLEMENTS. AN INSPECTION INVITED. J. & C. SAMEY, FAMILY GROCERS, gRIDGEND. TEA IN TINS AT WHOLESALE PRICES. lOlbs. of 1/4 Tea at 1/3 per lb. — 12/6 51b tin — 6,3 lOlbs. of 1/8 Tea at 16 per lb. — lS, 5tbtiu — 7/6 lClbs of 2/-Tea at l/lo per lb. — 18/4 Slb tin — 9,'2 131bs. of 2 4 Tea at 2,'2 per lb. — 218 51b tin —1010 lOlbs. of 2<8 Tea at 2/6 per lb. — 25 51b tin 126 lOlbs of 3/- Tea at 2,9 per lb. — 27 6 SIb tin 13,9 lOlbs best 3:4 Tea at 3, per lb. — 30 51b tin — 15/- CEYLON, 1/10 & 2/- PER LB. Carriage Paid for Cash.
^BRIDGEND.
^BRIDGEND. ACCIDENT.—On Sunday evening last, whilst Mr. i Arthur Jenkins and his sisters (children of the late Mr. Edward Jenkins, surveyor) were taking a drive along the road to Southerndown the pony suddenly took flight at a bicycle a short distance ahead. The animal, turning up the bank. upset the occupants of the trap and bolted. All of the occupants were more or less injured, a little child with them being uncon- scious for some time, but it is now progressing very favourably. The cyclist pursued the runaway horse, and succeeded in capturing it.
OGMORE VALLEY.
OGMORE VALLEY. RECHABITES DEMONSTRATION.—On Monday the Rechabites of Ogmore Valle) turned out in strong force in most beautiful weather. This was the first time that ever a Rechabite demonstration was seen in this Valley. Four years ago there was not a Rechabites tent in the Valley at all. To-day there are two, numbering about 270 members. The members m<;t at Nantymoel about eleven o'clock, and shortly after twelve o'clock the procession started, headed by the famous Poutycymmer Rechabites Brass Band, which numbered 20, down the Llangeinor side to the bottom of Tynewydd, and back to Nantymoel on the Llandy- fodwg side. After parading the principal streets a return was made to the Excelsior Tent-room where excellent tei was provided by Brother E.vi>_a I Griffiths. After the children had partaken of tea they marched- to Gilead Chapel, where they were were <1.rldres"ed.by Mr. W. F. Brett, of Cardiff. At seven o'clock a. public meeting was held at Gilead Chapel. The Rev. Mr. James, M.A., presided. After a brief and appropriate address by the chairman. Miss M. J. Hopkins, sang" Flee as a bird most effectively. Afterwards Mr.. J. Walters gave a capital speech in Welsh on Rechabitism and the evil of strong drink. Miss M. Thomas (Llinos Ogwy) then favoured the audience with a song, entitled li Auntie." After that Mr. Brett gave a powerful and eloquent speech, which was Eistened to.with rapt attention. After Mr. Brett's speeeh, the Rev. W. L. Powell, who is leaving the place. wag presented with an address from the Gilead Church, and the Excelsior Tent. Mrs. Pc-well was also presented with a beautiful Bible. The presenta- tion being over, Llinos Ogwy sang Hen ffon fy Nain," and after that the N.antymoel Male Voice Party, under the leadership of Mr. John Phillips, rendered the Martyrs of the Arena." After the usual vote of thanb. and -the singing of the Doxology, a most successful meeting was brought lo a close.
COW-BRIDGE.
COW-BRIDGE. MASONIC.—The annual meeting of the St. Quintin's Lodge of Freemasons was held on Friday evening at the Bear Hotel. The lodge was opened by Bro. Hur- ford, P.M.. and the Master-elect. Bro. Sydney Gibson was duly installed by Bro. Hemming. P.M. of the Ogmore lodge, and the officers of the lodge were then appointed. At the conclusion of the business Bro. Gibson entertained the brethren at a repast, well served by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas. The remainder of the evening was most agreeably passed, and the pretty dessert service presented to the new Master on the occasion of his recent marriage was much admired.
CRAIGRHIWGLYN.
CRAIGRHIWGLYN. PRESENTATION.—On Friday evening, the 2nd inst., Mrs. Rattray entertained the teachers of Craig- rhiwglyn Board Schools and her most intimate friends to a social," in honour of her recent marriage. After the tables had been cleared, Mrs. Rattray was pre- sented with a handsome black marble eight-day striking clock, value the guineas, subscribed for by friends, teachers, and pupils of the above-named schools on her resignation, after nine years' service, as a mark of the high esteem in which she is held, and also as a token of their best wishes for her future happiness and welfare. Mrs. Rattray was the recipient of many other valu- ) able presents. j
MAESTEG.
MAESTEG. SCCCESS OF MR. GOITER JONES AT THE ROYAL ACADEMY.—The report of the result of the studies of this rising violinist at the Royal Academy of Music are recently to hand. The Principal (under whom he studies) reports, regarding the principal study, careful and intelligent." Theory is studied under Mr. Read, and his report is ¡; Ill03t satisfactory." His attendance at the college is reported as being punctual conduct, good. The director (Mr. G. Grcve, D.C.L..LL.B.) also reports as to the excellence of his work. Considering this as the report of the first-tprm, our townsman exhibits brilliant promise.
LLAXTRISAXT.
LLAXTRISAXT. ACCIDENT TO A VAN.—On Monday evening last, whilst a large furniture van belonging to Messrs. S. Andrews and Son, Cardiff, was proceeding from Pontypridd to the Ogmore Valley, a breakdown oc- curred near the old tollgate at Llantrisant. It appears that one of the horses slid back, and the van slipped, and rolled down-hill for a considerable distance, and eventually collided with the hedge and overturned. In spite of the efforts of a large number of people they failed to clear the road that night, and one of the horses was slightly injured. The van had to be left on the road all night with a man in charge, but on Tues- day morning it was put right, and the furniture was found to be intact.
RRIDGEXD POLICE-COURT.
RRIDGEXD POLICE-COURT. SATURDAY.—Before Mr. R. W. Llewellyn (chair- man"), Col. Franklen. and Messrs. C. P. Davis. W. S. Powell, D. R. David, and R. L. Knight. HEAVY FINE FOR SELLING ADULTERATED WHISKY. — Morgan Griffiths, landlord of the Pontycymmer Hotel. Garw Valley, was charged with selling half-a-pint of whisky, which was over adulterated with water. — Superintendent Wm. Thomas, inspector under the Food and Drugs Act, said after procuring a sample of whisky from the defendant's house, he sent it to the county analyst. The report now produced stated that the whisky was 27! degrees under proof, but there was always an allowance for 25.—Defendant stated that he supplied the whisky as he received it from the firm in bottles. He had written to the firm regarding it, and had received a reply to the effect that they could not comprehend their whisky losing 2} degrees unless by lengthy ex- posure. It might have been exposed (defendant explained), and Superintendent Thomas admitted that the whisky had been supplied him from a jug. It was. however, opened that day.—The magistrates after a short consultation, announced that defendant would be fined £10 including costs.
LLAXTWIT-MAJ OH NOTES.
LLAXTWIT-MAJ OH NOTES. The good people of Llantwit are not over-burdened with the sense of gratitude. Through the kindness of several ladies and gentlemen a number of lamps were given and fixed in our streets, which have proved a great boon to the town on dark nights. But when a meeting was called to consider ways and means of lighting for the coming winter only six persons came to the meeting, and at an adjourned meeting on Monday night the attendance did not exceeed the baker's dozen. A committee was, however, formed, and we trust that our townspeople will not be so chary with their subscriptions as they were in attending the meetings. The Llantwit football team opened their season on Saturday last—not on Sunday, September 27, as re- ported in the Bridgend Chronicle. We are not so devoid of respect to the Sabbath as the Chronicle will have its readers to believe. The home team played well. As half David Thomas was very quick in getting rid of the oval, while A. Price (the captain) dropped two good goals, and was well supported at three-quarters by Goulden. Wapham, and Howells. The forwards were very light compared with their burly opponents, but made up in the loose for their loss of weight. H. Hooper was very good at back, but would do well to ignore the cries of some of the excitable spectators, who do not understand the game, but want to be directors of the play. A local Established Church lately tried the experi- ment of voluntary contributions, the occasion of this innovation being the outing of the church choir to see Buffalo Bill. The experiment was quite a success and is likely to be repeated.
POXTYPRIDD.
POXTYPRIDD. ACCIDENT ON THE FOOTBALL FIELD.—On Mon- day last a painful accident befel Charlie Penn, one of the Grangetown football players on the Maritime field. The poor fellow was playing with his team against the Maritime, when during some loose play he was kicked, and his knee was broken, and he had to be carried off the field. THE MAIN SEWER.—On Tuesday last in conse- quence of the heavy rains of the previous night the river Tafi overflowed its banks, and caused consider- able damage to the sewerage works now being carried on near the Butcher's Arms. DR. BAKNAIIDO'S HOME.—On Sunday and Mon- day last about a dozen little boys, belonging to Dr. Barnardo's Homes visited Pontypridd. On Sunday afternoon a visit was paid to St. David's Chapel, and in the evening to the Congregational Chapel, at both of which places an address was delivered by the Rev. J. B. Wookey, the deputation secretary, on Christ's work among the Waifs and Strays." Both places of wOT3hip were filled, and a sum of £ 10 was collected towards the good work. On Monday evening an j entertainment was given at the Town Hall, presided over by Mr. W. Merchant, J.P., in addition to whom on the platform were the Revs. W. Henry and W. Lewi:5, both of whom delivered addresses. The vast hall was literally crowded by a very appreciative and respectable audience, and the little boys, some of whom were dressed in Highland costume, g-ave a charming entertainment. The pipers were evidently well trained, and the hand-bell ringers could well com- pare with any we have yet heard. GENEROSITY.—We are informed that Captain J. Williams, Danygraig House, has subscribed £100 towards the new parish room. which is now nearly completed, in connection with St. Catherine's Church. TEMPERANCE ENTERTAINMENT.—The ordinary monthly temperance entertainment held in connection with Sardis (Welsh Congregational) Chapel Ponty- pridd, was held on Saturday evening last, Mr. George Williams (in the chair). The attendance was re- markably good. The Chairman in the course of his opening address remarked that extreme measures would have to be taken in order to put down the liquor traffic. Mr. D. Williams (Llew Llan) charmed the audience with his excellent rendering of Cymro," and receiverl a loud applause. Mr. Elias Jones's recitation Mae'n well rhy fach na gormod," was also well received. The next item on thc programme was the impromptu speech competition, the subject given hy the adjudicators (Mei!Sr5..John Thomas, Great Western Colliery, and E. R. Evans, South Wales Star) being "Cenngen" (jealousy), and th.. prize was awarded to Mr. J. H. Russell. Ora pro Nobis" by Mr. Griffith Williams was sweetly rendered and encored. Llew Llan and his son who is the possessor of a very fine alto voice, followed with a duett, after wlncll Miss E. Thomas charmingly rendered Cymru Pydcl. We cannot too highly praise the singing of this young lady, who, undoubtedly, with a little training, will become one of the sweetest and best vocalists of Pontypridd. Let us be cheer- ful," by Master D. Williams, and the glee, "Call John," by Mr. W. Thompson and party, took exceed- ingly well. During the meeting an address was also delivered by the Rev. W. 1. Morris, the respected pastor, whJ congratulated the friends of temperanoe on the success which evidently attended their efforts. The liquor traffic, he said, would very soon become a question which would have to be dealt with by their politicians, and the leaders of the Liberal party had already acknowledged the fact. for Sir William Har- court and Mr. Gladstone had spoken favourably of the temperance question, and had remarked that the sooner Parliament tackled the drink question the better it would be for all concerned. He (Mr. Morris), how- ever, hoped that in two or three years a Local Option Bill would be passed. CHESS CLUB.—The first annual meeting of the Pontypridd Chess Club was held at the New Inn Hotel, on Thursday evening last, Mr. Montagu Grover in the chair. The following gentlemen were ap- pointed officers for the ensuing year :—Chairman, Mr. L. Gordon Lennox, J.P. vice-chairmen, Mr. M. Grover and Mr. D. W. White, manager of the Gelli Colliery, Gelli; treasurer, Mr. E. W. Rees and se- cretary, Mr. R. F. Hunter. At the meeting it was in- timated that Mr. John Treharne, the Butcher's Arms, had kindly offered a room free of cost for the next session. The club now numbers about thirty mem- bers, and it was decided that the entrance fee would be reduced to 5s., on the understanding that a large number of young men resident in the town would join the club. We understand that the South Wales Chess Association will meet at the New Inn on the 17th October for the purpose of arranging matches for season. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—On Wednesday last week a meeting of the Pontypridd Board of Guardians was held at the Union Offices, Mr. Evan John in the chair.—The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmec1.-It was decided that the Board should sign and seal a receipt for £4,000 for the land for building near the Workhouse, and that the Clerk should be instructed to send the same to the treasurer. —On the motion of the Chairman, it was also resolved to sign a cheque for £160 15s. 9d., due to the Church of England Association, and £6 15s. for the contract insurance.—A cheque was also signed for the sum of n Gs. 6d., proportion of the rent due to Mr. Evan Jenkins for some buildings which the Board held under him, it being understood that the holders were now the tenants of the Board.—Mr. Aaron Cull called the attention of the Board to the fact that the Cottage Homes were now nearly completed, and suggested that the guardians should visit the same on Tuesday. This was decided upon.—Mr. Seward submitted the plans for the new master's house for approval.—The ques- tion of the increase of salary to Dr. Jenkins was adjourned, in order that the Board might be supplied with the list of paupers in each district before deciding upm; the amount of the increase.-It was reportetl tht1.t two tenders had been received for a supply of furni- ture. and they were referred to the Building Com- mittee, MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT CLASS.—We understand that the Congregational and St. David's Mutual Im- provement Classes will be amalgamated for the coming winter seasons, and that preparations are now being made to open the new society on the 14th of November next with a tea, the arrangements for which has, been left in the hands of a commiteee of ladies. Messrs. W. M. Jones and George Robertson have been appointed presidents; Messrs. W. S. ICuner and George Lewis secretaries; and Mr. Ivor Thomas, Coedpenmaen, treasurer. A splendid programme is being prepared, and excellent meetings may be expected.
RHONDDA VALLEY.
RHONDDA VALLEY. THE DISESTABLISHMENT MOVEMENT.—A meet- ing of the Rhondda Valley Labour and Liberal Asso- ciation was held on Tuesday night last at the Bailey's Arms Hotel, Pentre, for the purpose of discussing the question of raising funds for the Welsh Disestablish- ment campaign, inaugurated a few weeks ago at Pont- pridd. We understand that a considerable amount has already been promised, and that a large fund will pro- bably be raised in the colliery districts. FREE EDUCATION.—We understand that the attendance in the schools under the control of the Ystradyfodwg School Board has greatly increased since the adoption of the Free Education Act. In one district the average attendance during the first week in September was 224, and this had increased to 323 during the first week in October. On Monday week last 95 cases of non-attendance at school were heard befoiethe Rhondda magistrates.
HAVOD.
HAVOD. OPENING A NEW CHAPEL.—On Sunday and Mon- day last opening services were held at the Bethesda Welsh Baptist Chapel, Havod. Large subscriptions have been received from the owners of some of the neighbouring collieries towards the debt of the Chapel, which was erected from a plan drawn by the Rev. Dr. Roberts, of Pontypridd, and the builders were Messrs. W. W. Phillips, of Havod. The ministers officiating were the Revs. J. Gomer Lewis, Capel Gomer, Swan- sea J. Da vies, Clydach Vale: J. D. Hughes, Ponty- gwaith; J. James, Blaenycwm; and E. Jones, Berthlwyd.
TREHERBERT.
TREHERBERT. EISTEDDFOD.—On Monday last, Mabon's Day, a grand eisteddfod was held in connection with the Welsh Baptist Church, Blaenrhondda. The chair was occupied by Mr. D. Williams, saddler, Treherbert, and the adjudicators for the day were Mr. D. Bowen, Abercarn, and the Rev. H. Harries (Avanwy), Tre- herbert. Mr. T. Lloyd, Tonypandy, who presided at the piano, gave every satisfaction. The following are the principal awards: — Tenor solo, Gwilym Taf, Maesteg; recitation Miss Gwen Williams, Tynewydd part-song, Pontycymmer party, conductor Mr. J. Phillips bass solo. Mr. Jenkin Rees, Maesteg; male voice competition, Treherbert party, led by Mr. J. J. Jones; soprano solo, Miss Edith Thomas, Tynewydd. Next came the great event of the day, the chief choral competition, "Yr Haf," by Gwilym Gwent. The prize offered was £20. Three choirs competed, viz., Blaenyewm, Tonypandy, and Pontycymmer, the last of which took the prize, its conductor being Mr. John Phillips. DEATH OF AN OLD INHABITANT.—On Tussday morning last, one of the oldest inhabitants of this town passed peacefully away. Mr. Howell Llewellyn was born at Tydraw, and was considered the oldest in- habitant of the valley. He was well known and greatly respected, and for some years was the leader of song a.t the Libanus Baptist Chapel.
TREORKY.
TREORKY. SUDDEN DEATH.—On Monday last, as a woman named Ruth Jones, residing at Tynybedw-street, was proceeding towards Ystrad, she fell dead on the street near the Griffin Hotel. It is believed that the cause of death was heart disease.
YSTRAD.
YSTRAD. REVISING COURT.—Mr. Sergeant Pulling attended at the public offices, Pentre, on Friday last, for the purpose of revising the voters' list for the Rhondda division. The Liberals of the district were repre- sented by Mr. Wm. Evans, sub-agent, who is also the secretary of the Rhondda Labour and Liberal Asso- ciation; whilst Messrs. Kent and Vye-Parminter re- presented the Conservatives. No objections were raised, and but little interest was manifested in the proceedings.
FERNDALE.
FERNDALE. FATAL ACCIDENT.—On Saturday morning last a labourer, named David Moses, sa years of age, died at High-street, Ferndale, from the effects of an accident he received some time ago whilst working at No. 1 Pit, when a loaded tram passed over his leg.
MARDY.
MARDY. A MINISTERIAL CALL.—We understand that the Calvinistic Methodist Church at Mardy has given a unanimous call to the Rev. W. Richards, Llanon, to become its pastor. Up to the present the rev. gentle- man has not sent his reply.
TONYPANDY.
TONYPANDY. DR. DALLINGER'S LECTURE.—On Wednesday night last the celebratediDr. Dallinger paid a visit to Tonypandy, and delivered his well-known interesting lecture on Spiders." The chair was occupied by Mr. W. W. Hood. the chairman of the Ystradyfodwg School Board. The audience was one of the largest, most reprc3entative and appreciative ever seen i; the Rhondda Valley, and contained a large sprinkling of intelligent working men, and the lecture was worthy of the cultured mind of Dr. Dallinger. The proceeds went towards the funds of the Rhondda District Teachers' Association. A NEW POST OFFICE WANTED.—The ordinary monthly meeting of the Mid-Rhondda Chamber of Trade was held at Tonypandy on Tuesday evening last. and amril1g:st other questions discussed was the advisability of petitioning the Post-master General for a separate post-office to be situated in the centre of the Tonypandy and Coedymeibion districts. And on the motion of Mr. John Jones, butter merchant, it was decided that this should be done. It was pointed out that the enormous increase in that particular locality of Mid-Rhondda was phenomenal, and necessitated the establishment of an additional post- office with separte Lags from those of Llwynypia and Clydach Vale. EARLY CLOSING.—At the Mid-Rhondda Chamber of Trade it was also felt that there was no unanimity observed in closing business within the recognised hours decided upon a couple of years ago, and an appeal has been made by circular this week, calling the atten- tion of tradesmen to this fact, and asking them to adhere strictly to the given hours. 0
TREALAW.
TREALAW. TEA AND ENTERTAINMENT.—On Monday last a public tea and entertainment was given by the mem- bers of the Primitive Methodist Church, Trealaw. and in the evening an interesting lecture was delivered by the Rev. W. Powell, on "Places Visited and Scenes Witnessed." The chair was occupied by Councillor Richard Lewis, Tonypandy. The lecturer, who had evidently travelled considerably, gave a vivid descrip- tion of some of the places where he had been, especially such beautiful spots as Ramsgate and villages on the Cornish coast. The audience was a large one, and greatly appreciated tàe interesting and instructive lecture.
TYLORSTOWN.
TYLORSTOWN. FATAL ACCIDENT.—On Monday last a fatal acci- dent occurred at the Tylorstown Works, and a little boy named Gwilym Harris, seven years of age. the son of Edward Harries, a collier, was badly crushed and killed. It appears that the unfortunate little lad was playing near the sheave used as a tail rope at the works, and was last seen alive about a quarter past twelve by a little girl named Maggie Jones. Dr. Henry Edwards, assistant to Dr. Morris, was immediately called in, but found life extinct. An inquest will be held.
PENRHIWFER.
PENRHIWFER. ACCIDENTAL DEATH.—A man named John Edwards, 37 years of age, residing at 15, Glamorgan- terrace, Penrhiwfer, on Monday last died from in- juries which he received whilst at work at the Pene rhiwfer Colliery, on the 22nd of August last, by thd fall of rubbish in the work. He leaves a widow and four children.
PERSONAL PARS. FROM PONTYPRIDD.
PERSONAL PARS. FROM PONTYPRIDD. [BY CURIOSSIMO.] Mr. Alun Morgan, the Pontypridd full back, is the stepson of Morien," the Archdruid, and is likely to become one of the best players in Wales. He is an old Llandoverian, and is only 18 years of age. Caradog's Choir—or, to speak more correctly, the Pontypridd Philharmonic Society—is making pre- parations for the performance of Handel's oratorio, Athelie," which will take place on the 10th of December next, the proceeds of which will go towards augmenting the funds of the 1893 Eistedd- fod. Mr. William Thompson, the leader of song at Sardis Chapel, is also making preparations for the performance of Handel's Joshua next month. The choir is a large one, and contains members of almost every Nonconformist chapel in the town. It is evident that Mr. T. P. Jenkins, J.P., al- though somewhat lenient towards those unfortu- nates who "adorn" the prisoner's dock at the Rhondda Police-courts, have no sympathy with those who occasionally occupy the solicitors' well, for on Monday of last week he sharply told a gentleman who dared rather audibly to give vent to his feelings by saying Dear, dear," that unless he desisted he would be turned out of court. A witty acquaintance asks why such prominent men as Messrs. W. Jones, the manager of the Pont- ypridd Waterworks C. Spragg, the deputy-clerk of the Local Board and J. F. McLune occupied the prisoners' dock at the Brewster Sessions the other day. Much anxiety prevails amongst the electors of Pontypridd, for the rumour has widely spread that more than one of the present members of the County Council for the Rhondda district will not seek re-election. It is to be hoped that an early intimation will be given to the constituents in order that the forces may be properly organised. The Rev. W. I. Morris seems pretty confident that he will have the best of the libel action now pending between him and a prominet Pontypridd publican, even though that gentleman should be backed up by the Licensed Victuallers Association. An amusing incident occurred at the Pontypridd Brewster Sessions. Mr. A., a solicitor, was arguing a point of law, when Mr. Stockwood, the magis- trates clerk, said, That is not right. The meaning is quite different.—Mr. A., Oh no, it is as I say." —Mr. Stockwood You are wrong."—Mr. A. (evidently thinking that he was on the turf) Well, I'll bet you ten pounds to one that I am right." (Laughter.)—Mr. B. (a rival solicitor, addressing the Bench) I must charge Mr. A. with gambling in a public place. (Renewed laughter, during which Mr. A. blushed and sat down.) Mr. Tom Evans, the Temple of Fashion, is at loggerheads with the Local Board, and unless a compromise can be effected trouble may arise. The Board say that Mr. Evans has no right to erect a balcony over his shop without submitting plans, while he, on the other hand, contends that the balcony overhangs his own property. Mr. Evans is a brother to the Rev. L. Ton Evans, Cadoxton, the famous temperance advocate.
PEOPLED PARK, PONTYPRIDD.
PEOPLED PARK, PONTYPRIDD. BRASS BAND CONTESTS. ATHLETIC SPORTS AND FIREWORKS. On Mabon's Day Messrs. Poo'e and James, the enterprising proprietors of the People's Park, Pontypridd, together with their indefatigable secretary, Mr. Alf. C. Beere, had arranged an ex- cellent programme for their numerous patrons. The chief attraction of the day was the brass band contest, for which nine bands had entered—viz., the Llanellv Town Band, conductor Mr James Samuel: Aberaman Brass Band, conductor Mr. James Prestwood; 1st G.A.V. Band, Morriston, conductor Mr. G. Hanncy; Cymai;'r Colliery Band, conductor Mr. J. Blarney Newtown (Montgomery) Brass Band, conductor Mr. W. C. Phillips Mountain Ash Brass Band, conductor Mr. H. Baker Ferndale Brass Band, conductor Mr. W. R. Howe; and the Heckmondwick Old Brass Band, but the latter did not put in an appearance. The first contest was a quick inarch selection from the The Lion," and the bands in rotation marched from the old bridge to the park, the streets at tho time being lined with spectators. The prize offered was £2, which was won by the Morriston G.A.V. Brass Band. The test pieces for the chief competition which took place on the field were selections from Maritana," The first prize of £20 was awarded to the Morriston Band the second of £10 to the Newton Band, and the third £ 5 to Ferndale. The performance of the Moun- tain Ash Band he highly recommended. The band contest being over, the sports were immediately proceeded with, and the weather being remarkably fine, thousands of spectators witnessed the same. The following are the results :— One Mile Foot Race.—First prize. £5, W. J. Davies, Pontypridd (220 yards) second prize, £1, Stephenson, Cardiff (80 yards) third prize, G. Gould. Treforest (100 yards). Two Miles Bicycle Race.—First prize, £6, second prize, £1 10s., divided between W. Jones, Coedpen- maen, and C. Kingslake, Newtown (dead heat) third prize 10s., L. Williams. Pontypridd. In the evening a grand display of fireworks took place, notable amongst which were the ascent of a couple of balloons, a motto, "Success to Ponty- pridd," and a fine picture in fire of the Pontypridd old bridge. The waterfall and fountain were also greatly admired.
CORRESPONDENCE.
CORRESPONDENCE. BARRY (U.D.) SCHOOL BOARD AND THE TRADE COUNCIL DEPUTATION. TO THE EDITOR OF THE SOUTH WALES STAR. SIR,—The importance of our communication is an apology for asking you to kindly insert this letter in reply to Mr. Symonds's published by you in your issue of October 2nd, regarding the above deputation. In the first place we, the deputation, desire to disabuse Mr. Symonds of any intention on our part to cast any reflection or aspersion upon him as a contractor, or as to the character of his work in the erection of the Holton-road School. To prove this, we beg to say that we prefaced our remarks with the words :—"We do not wish to attack any individual cmplotfrr, but simply to attack what we consider an unfair method of em- ploying labour." We shall now deal with each point as set forth in Mr. Symcnds's letter. 1. Concerning Mr. Harper's remarks, he (Mr. Symonds) seems to have either misunderstood or wilfully misconstrued the nature of his state- ments, as Mr. Harper did not deal so much with the fact of what the sub-let contract of the Holton School amounted to, as to the fact that a certain sum of money was expended out of the districts in which the schools were being built. Mr. Harper is also accused of ignorance of the subject he was speaking upon, but our opinion is that Mr. Symonds came to such a conclusion owing to his inability to comprehend his accuser's meaning. According to Mr. Symonds's own con- fession he admits that Mr. Harper knew a little of the matter he was talking about, as he himself admits having sub-let a portion of this work to the Cardiff Steam Joinery Company there the differ- ence lies only in the sum paid for the work done 2. Mr. Symonds accuses Mr. Harper of being in error in saying that we were only asking for what had been already granted in Cardiff. Mr. Harper's version was quite correct, but it would not appear so in the light it was set forth by Mr. Symonds — That of disallowing any steam joineries to carry out any of their work. There is a clause inserted in every contract let by the Cardiff Corporation that all firms who undertake their work, whether it be made in steam joineries or elsewhere, must recognise and pay the Trade Union ra'e of wages. Regarding Mr. Codd, a master plasterer, of Cardiff, we may here state that the deputation made no reference to him therefore we shall simply leave that irrelevant matter by merely stating that Mr. Codd does not pay !d. per hour more than any other sub-con- tractor of plastering. 3. Mr. Symonds agrees with Mr. Rees as to letting contracts to local men, but is at a loss to know where Mr. Rees draws the line. He draws the line here. Mr. Symonds, having taken the contract for the Holton Schools, should, in all fairness, have the greater part of his work done on the premises, or in the district where he has his contract, and not. as Mr. Symonds shews in his letter, send it to Cardiff to be partly done in his shop and partly sub-let it. Neither is Mr. Symonds a resident. True, he is entered as an owner of property assessed at £490. But does that consti- tute a ratepayer? Emphatically "No." though he boasts of paying more rates and taxes than any single resident contractor in the place. Mr. Symonds' tenants seem to us to be the most fortu- nate residents in the district no rates to pay, no taxes—that is if we accept Mr. Symonds' version of things. Undoubtedly he has misunderstood Mr. Thomas's words, as he made no mention whatever of paying train fares from Cardiff, much less imply that Mr. Symonds did so for his workmen. What he said he still maintains, viz.. that local contractors have more interest in doing their work well than a contractor from a distance, as the letting of future contracts would depend upon the manner they had executed the former ones. In a great measure this would apply te a strange contractor, with this very great difference, that local men tender much oftener than any others, thereby would run the risk of their tenders being more often refused.—In conclusion, we beg to thank Mr. Symonds for the compliments paid us of dealing in generalities, as we did not meet the School Board with the specific object of dealing with his contracts at the Holton-road Schools, but sub-letting generally. Hoping !1\lr. Symonds -will 'require 'no plainer language than the above,—We remain, yours, &c.. W. HARPER, Vice-president, G. BROCK, Treasurer, J. REES, Secretary, T. THOMAS, Assistant Secretary, Members of the Deputation. Cadoxton, October 7th, 1891. BRIDGEND TEACHERS' ASSOCIATION. TO THE EDITOR OF THE SOUTH WALES STAR. SIR,—Kindly allow me, through the medium of your well-circulated paper to heartily welcome the members of the Cowbridge Teachers' Association to a special meeting of the Bridgend Association, proposed to be held at the Town Schools on Satur- day, the 17th inst., at 2.30 p.m. prompt, on which occasion Messrs. Wheeler and John, members of the executive of the National Union of Teachers will attei d. Mr. John's paper on "Manual Training in Continental Schools with special reference to the Slojd system of Sweden." will be most opportune, and very accept- able to those interested in Technical Educa- tion, while Mr. Wheeler's paper on the Aims and Claims of the Union," can not but prove edifying to those teachers who up to the present identified themselves with Union matters. Local educationists outside the teaching profession wishful to hear Mr. John's address can with pleasure be admitted to the meeting rot 3.30 p.m.— I am, yours, &c., J. EDWARDS-EVANS, Secretary to the Bridgend and District Teachers' Association. (For other Correspon-leuc' xe?- rage 7.)
OftMORE AND GARW LOCAL BOARD.
OftMORE AND GARW LOCAL BOARD. This Board held their usual monthly meeting at the Fox an I Hounds, Brynmenin, on Tuesday, Mr. Blandy Jenkins in the chair. FINANCE. T!»e Finance Committee reported that they had gone through the estimate of the expenditure for the current half-year, and found that it would amount to £4,553; the amount, after deducting £500 already on deposit for the Ogmore-road and Llest-road improvements, with the balance of £15 10s. ll^d. they would require, would be abfcrt.it £4,000. This would be equivalent to a Is. 6d. rate. A three-penny rate would also be required to pay the interest on loans. An amount^ftf £400, with other sums, were struck out, however, and it was ultimately decided that a rate of Is. in the £ be made, with an additional special rate of 3d. in the £ .—On the motion of Mr. W.Llewellyn seconded by Mr. Thomas Lewis, the latter rate of Is. 3d. was ordered, and it was carried.—-The Sur- veyor (Mr. H. Dawkin Williams) applied to the Board for an increase of salary.—The Chairman, after the application had been read, asked that the reporters leave the room with the surveyor for the Board to consider the question.—Mr Thomas Lewis protested against the members of the press retiring, unless a majority of the Board decided otherwise. By doing so they would be keeping the public in the dark.—It was decided, after some dis- cussion, that the press remain.—Mr. J. T. Salathiel proposed, and Mr. David Owen seconded, that the salary of the surveyor be increased to £250 a year. but that he be not allowed to do any private work beyond taking pupils.—Mr. David Edwards proposed, as an amendment, that the question be deferred for six months.—Mr. Thomas Lewis seconded.—Five voted for the amendment and five against, and the resolution was declared carried y the casting vote of the Chairman.—Mr. W Llewellyn remained neutral.
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PENRHIWFER.
YNYSYBWL. SCIENCE AND ART SUCCESSES.—At Noddfa Bap- tist Chapel, on Wednesday evening, the successful candidates at the recent science and art examinations were presented with their certificates. Mr. Edward Jones, manager, presided, and was supported by Mr. J. T. Davies (secretary for the science class), and Mr. Rhys Llewelyn, teacher. The Chairman, in opening the faceting, remarked that by knowledge we must climb the ladder of life, and referred to the young men who, during the winter months, haù been study- ing, instead of wasting their time in loafing about the corners, as many are doing night after night, with heads as empty as their pockets. He appealed to the young men present to make use of the advantages they now have of learning. He (the chairman) never had the advantage they have; the position he held was through his own perseverance. Well, he could remember the nights ho passed in studying to obtain that position. He impressed upon them that not the monied men had the most brains, and alluded to Sir Humphrey Davey, Watts, Faraday, and Stephenson, as men who rose from nothing, and who, through perseverance, had brought the world to what it was. In conclusion, he urged them to make use of their time. Upon resuming his seat he called upon Mr. D. C Davies (Ap Cerddor) to give a selection upon the organ. Mr. John Davies (Cerddor) followed with a song; then came a duet by Mr. Isaac Hopkins and friend address by Mr. David Evans (Apollos) song, Mr. David Howells (Eos Maldwyn); address by Dr. Rhys D. Morgan; song, Mr E. Llewelyn. Alderman G. Jones was. then called upon to make the presenta- tions, but before so doing he remarked that when Mr. Llewelyn suggested the advisability of forming a science class at Ynysybwl he was rather dubious as to its success, but I am pleased to see the result of their studies. I hope the young men who have been successful in winning these certificates will not be satisfied with these only, but will aim at winning higher certificates, and by so doing will obtain knowledge which may be beneficial to themselves and their country. The County Council, as you are aware, have joined hands with the Science and Art De- partment in promoting these classes, and the Chancellor of the Exchequer has bestowed the surplus of the taxation upon the liquor traffic. To the good use of education, therefore, my friends, you have everything in your favour to further your knowledge, and my earnest wish is that you will make use of these ad- vantages. Well, my friends, through the absence of Mrs. Edward Jones, the chief feature of this even- ing's paogramme, namely, that of presenting these certificates, has been bestowed upon me. I shall, therefore, without further detaining you, call upon the recipients.—Messrs. D. J. Lewis, J. T. Sadler, Thos. Evans, and D. A. Davies were then presented with second-class certificates, and Messrs. David Jones and Fred Williams with first-class. The whole were taught by Mr. Rhys Llewelyn, fireman, in Principles of Mining." This being accomplished, the Ynysybwl Choir gave a rendering of Dattod mai rhwymau," under the baton of Mr. John Davies (Cerddor). The Rev. R. O. Evans followed with an address in Welsh, in which he alluded to Mr. H. M. Stanley, Sir Edward Watkin, and the late Mr. David Davies, Llandinam, all of whom, he said, had risen through perseverance from the ranks of the poor. Songs were ag-ain rendered by Messrs. David Evans (Alaw Gwynno), David Howells (Eos Maldwyn), Edward and W. Williams, Cribbin Ddu Farm. Mr. Henry James having recited a few stanzas appropriate for the occa- sion, the proceedings terminated with the usual vote of thanks. NODDFA BAPTIST CHAPEL.—The pulpit of this chapel was throughout Sunday occupied by the Rev. O. Waldo James, Rhosllaneichgrugog, upon the occa- sion of their half-yearly services, and on Monday evening, at the same place, the rev. gentleman de- livered his popular lecture of "Mind your own busi- nes to a large congregation, Dr. D. Morgan presiding. ANNUAL TEA FESTIVAL.—On Monday the Zion English Baptist Chapel held their annual tea festival, at which upwards of 600 partook of tea. In the evening a very enjoyable enteatainment was given, Mr. Crockett, Pontypridd, in the chair, supported by the Rev. Wm. Parry, pastor. The building was crowded. Songs were given by Messrs. D. Howells, E. Llewelyn, Isaac Hopkins, and others. INQUEST.—An inquest was held on Tuesday even- ing last at the Robertstown Hotel on the body of William Lewis, haulier, employed at the Windsor Colliery. The deceased was at work at the bottom of the pit, and slipped on a rail, falling under a train, and sustaining internal injuries. A verdict of Acci- dental death was returned. § THE RECENT ROBBERIES.—We understand that the police have arrested a man on suspicion of being the burglar who lately disturbed this town. FATAL ACCIDENT.—On Tuesday, the 22nd ult., a young man named William Sewis, haulier, was fatally injured by being crushed under a tram of coal. From the evidence produced it appears he was draw- ing his last journey from a certain heading at the Lady Windsor Colliery, and was holding his horse back by means of the leading reins, when his foot slipped upon a rail, causing him to fall under the team, which resulted in his hoad being fractured and serious internal injuries. The poor fellow succumbed to his injuries between twelve and one o'clock last Saturday morning, and was buried at Llanwonno on the Tuesday following, work at the colliery being suspended at an early houa to enable the workmen to attend. The inquest was held at the Robertstown Hotel in the afternoon, Mr. Simms, inspector of mines, being present.