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--E NEW YEAR -fD THE PEOPLE.j
Another year gone, id we stand on the threshold of a new one. i such times as these we a-e naturally drawinto looking forward and the future which cterns us most is that of the people of this corry. The old saying of one of the patristic Hers: I am a man, and I deem nothing hiku of no interest to me is as true to-day when first written, and callous, indeed is hlÓ}}o gives no thought at all to the condition of 'fellow men. Living as we do in a district ma up almost entirely of the working classes,. must feel much interest in their welfare, itheir hopes, and in their aspirations. There no doubt that the condition of the workmen vastly improved at a rate within the Ia.st;a.de such as it has never done before. Wa, have much in- creased, and though therl a corresponding increase in the cost of ng, they are now enabled to enjoy luxurieshich but a short while back were in the p<ssion only of the more privileged classes. shorter hours of labour and better wage<\ey are not so physically exhausted, and better able to make themselves acquaintedth. and take an interest in, the affairs oÏeir country in general, and their own diet in 'particular. At this season of the year "are inclined to take an optimist view of lgs, but for all that we feel inspired with thought that the working man is entering upq quite distinct condition of existence. He Sis at the dawn of a new era with every prolIbf a newer and fuller life. To accomplish a happy con- summation there are many irtant methods and powers at work. The ffrtiberal party has awakened itself to the netty for doing something to stop the continurain upon our villages, and the recent Ruroonference in London is bound to bear goodlt by nnding means for bettering the condi of the agri- cultural labourer, and so by kko, him in the country preventing the overcding. of our large cities with unskilled la^ only fated to swell the ranks of tlmemployed. In considering the future of o)eople, it is the question of Trades' Unionishich first of all presents itself before us. \ve, as our readers need hardly be remin invariably upheld the principle of combhn amongst the workers-not, as some seen, think, for offence,, but for defence and, fOr part, we have not the shadow ,of a fear as \e ultimate issue of this movement of Tradgnionism. Some pessimists there are who tal-tbe grow- ing power of the workmen, and Apprehend that once the power is in their hat,hat trade will suffer. But, whilst the men so happy in their choice of leaders, as theYe almost invariably been in the past, there need to fear that the power will be abu or that trade will be ruined. Such mei Burns, Tom Mann, Ben Tillett, and ;ord—to mention a few names which first 04to US- are leaders in whom implicit trikan be placed. Upright men, of strict inte^ they have won the confidence of the"ellow- workers. and have been placed in thkfesent honoured position by their rectitude o^acter and by their sobriety. In the pastrade Unionist was regarded by the emplq as a bugbear-a firebrand-who required) be strictly watched! At present, perhahe is merely tolerated by the masters but time will assuredly come when a Trade onist will be welcomed by the employer asking with the hall-mark of efficiency ai^d character with him. That is what des' Unionism is aiming at, and which *tmly believe it will attain in the near are. But whilst'giving Trades Unionism t'^re_ mier place, we must remember that thare many other important factors destined aid in the amelioration of the working eg. The question of improving tha homeEof grave and vital importance—of important only to the working classes themselves, ltQ the whole community. Insanitary dw(, cause epidemics of fevers, and in these I). mics, though starting from the poorest qUr as a rule, search out all alike-the princq the pauper, the lord and the labourer, ant fine lady and the factory girl. Self-mtt therefore, must cause everyone to wish t4, properly-drained dwellings and healthy he for the people. With healthier norora u healthier minds, which can take delight things other than the sottiahness of the ta\ and the depravity of the prize-ring. Octavia Hill, who, by a life of long devot amongst the squalor and misery of the p< of East London, has earned the position being regarded as an authority, once Sai One thing is clear if you get exactly t same people into improved dwellings, th gradually become better workpeople, and th see things and do things which they rever c before." Much of the misery of the worki classes is caused by intemperance, and no beti inducement can be offered to a man to countA act this than by giving him a clean, brig] and cheerful home. It is to education also th we must look for the amelioration of the worke Not the narrow limits of the School Boa standards or the money-earning requiremer of the educational code, but education in hrnador and wider sense. We require me of what Emerson talks of the edu- cation of things and not of words. It is too true that we have been mak- ing our educational system a mere machine for turning ouf so much book learning instead of contemporaneously giving education to the eye and training to the hand. Our schools should teach girls, besides sewing, cook- ing, laundry work, and all that pertains to domestic economy. These things are of im- mense importance. The girls of to-day are the wives and mothers)f a few years hence. Our boys should learn Manual dexterity, and should be taught to use he simple tools. Already there are public libaries in many large towns, but there should alj be a small lending library in connection with-very elementary school in the kingdom, so enbling the school children to gain access to tho)est books of our language. It would be very ifficult-here in Wales at least-to discuss thl bettering of the working classes without thining of the important part which music plays aiongst our people. We have just lefl Christmas Day behind us, so that the numt;r of eisteddfodau and musical meetings wheh were held on that day is fresh in our minds It is this love of music which, so great an mthority as Arnold once said, gave grace and efinement to the English nation through its (eltic admixture. Let us by all means foster ind cultivate this love of music, which can be <f such service in improv- ing the world. The «Tew Year is dawning, and with it we wish Gotgpeed to all which will make our workmen better men and better citizens. Let them feel that they are joint inheritors of our civilzation, and no mere hire- ling beasts of burden. Let them see the vast pleasures of life whici they can enjoy in the companionship of the noble writers and sweet singers of our own and past times. Let them see more sweetness and light, and England will, indeed, be a happy England and Wales, a happy Wales. —
THE CRISIS nr THE COAL TRADE.
THE CRISIS nr THE COAL TRADE. The crisis in the coal trade is causing grave anxiety in South Witles. At the time of going to press we are unable to state whether the matter in dispute has been amicably settled, or whether the men are to come out on strike. Briefly the matter stands thus. The coHiery owners have give notice to terminate the Sliding- scale arrangements. This notice expires with the year. The joint committee of owners ani colliers has for the last nine days been holding meetings with a view to mutual arrange- ment. One chief point in dispute was the small coal question. Whilst the colliers de- manded payment for small coal, the masters definitely refused to do so, and the men's representatives appeared before a collieis' conference, held on Tuesday last at Aberdaie, to ascertain the views of their constituents cn this question. It was there agreed to give way on this subject, and there only remains tie crucial point as to the percentage to be allowed the men for the increase in the prices of cosl. According to the old Sliding-scale arrangemejt just terminated, the men were allowed 1$pJr cent. for every increase of twopence ;n the price of coal, the prices of 18'9 being the standard or normal price. The masters now offer only 11 per cen! but this the men refuse, and will only agree íO 1 j per cent., or a decrease of t per cent. en the old Sliding Scale. Practically this is meethg the masters half-way, and it is to be. earnestly hoped that today a settlement will be effected. If the masters and men cannot come to terns, the miners of South Wales will to -night bring out their tools from the workings and up- wards of 80,000 men will be out )f employment in the Welsh coal-fields. Such a result would be nothing short of a national calamity, and its effects would be is widespead as they would be disastrous. With the winter before us the misery and poverty would be appalling, not only in the Rhondda, but throughout the whole of Eastern South Wales. Unfortunately, it is not those directly interested who suffer most, but the un- skilled labour, such as the dockers, who are so dependent upon the collieries being in ftl* working order for regular employment. We trust that with the advent of the year 1892 all will be at peace.
LOCAL NOTES.
LOCAL NOTES. The Pontypridd Local Board had under con- sideration at their last meeting the report of Superintendent Jones on the lighting of the street lamps during the beginning of the month. Mr. Jones in his report showed that the company had on one occasion neglected to light a lamp, and that on other occasions they were put out at most ab- surd times, one night the lights of Pontypridd being turned off at eleven o'clock. Members of the Board had also numerous instances to com- plain of. On the 7th of December the Graig Ward appears to have been specially left in dark- ness. The Board determined to place the matter before the directors of the Gas Company at their meeting on Wednesday last, and many are anxiously waiting for this week's meeting of the Local Board to know the result. There are also many who will watch with a jealous eye the pro- ceedings of the Board when the time arrives for the payment to the company for lighting under their contract. These breaches of contract are bad enough in themselves, but what about the quality of the gas supplied? We hardly think that anyone will contend that the light has been good for some time past. The tradespeople and private residents of the town have had serious complaints to make. But a few weeks ago the smell from the gas was so bad that many of the residents thought that their house drains had gone wrong, but ultimately dis- covered that gas was the cause. The light is also so bad that it is almost impossible to do business, but the state of affairs on Christmas Eve was more than the most patient could bear. The tradesmen of Pontypridd were not behind those of other towns in providing their extra Christmas supplies, and the town was more attractive than it had eve been before. Their indignation can, therefore, be e_- imagined when at their busiest the gas wenx out in the most important business part of the town, and at a. moment's notice lamps and candles had to be obtained to enable them to do any business at all. Matters were so bad that we understand that one of the oldest businessss in the town had to be closed, as it was found impossible to substitute, without notice, sufficient light to do any further business. It is not surprising that more than one contemplate taking proceedings against the com- pany for the deficiencies on Thursday evening. The Chamber of Trade will, at their next meeting, have important busines to do. and if they are more ,han a name they will certainly not let this matter '\rop without taking some action. Pontypridd ol las, we know, of late years very rapidly ^Ucreasd, but the gas company do not appear ,n:} have made any substantial attempt to move rS'ith the times. Suggestions have been made rdom time to time that the Local Board should itske over the undertaking of the Gas Company. a they have the power to do so, there is no time (re te the present; and, although the undertaking u- a substantial one for the Local Board, the rate- iViyer now probably support tnem nearcuy. ;i- y»Tbiff Vale Railway Company are apply- to Parliament this session for very ex- sive powers, and it is to be hoped b improvements to the Pontypridd pas- ser station—which they evidently eontem- ;e—will be carried out. It is almost wonderful 1 accidents of some sort have not frequently trred with their present arrangements. The- tfale collision that occurred during the' closing year has, no doubt, opened the eyes of the com- pany and, although it is somewhat like shut. ting the door of the stable after the horse has run out," we are glad that improvements are to be made. The Local Board have received their sur- veyor's report upon the alterations contemplated by the Bill. It is for the company to attend to the matter of the erection of a station that will meet the requirements of their immense passenge traffic, but it is for the Local Board and the towns- people to see that the bridges over public thoroughfares are properly altered. At High- street the company propose making alterations of their bridge, and at this spot the Board should watch very carefully the interests of the rate- payers. The present bridge is most inconvenient, and the gradient of the road at that place being also bad, the spot has always been notorious as the most dangerous in the district. The bridge is so low that an ordinary load of hay cannot pass under it, and it is by no means an uncommon occurrence to see the driver of a hay waggon unloading many trusses of hay to enable his conveyance to pass under the bridge. More than one waggon and its contents have completely overturned at this place, and in one case the horse was so injured that it had to be shot immediately, while the driver sustained injuries that hastened his death. Unless the company propose in altering their bridge to make it considerably higher, it is to be hoped the Board will oppose the Bill. The Company pro- pose to widen their bridge in Mill-street so as to allow them to place one or even two extra lines of rails over it. It is to be hoped that the Board will interfere in this case also. Mill-street is a narrow street that calls for considerable alteration, and it is to be hoped that it will yet be widened and improved to such an extent that it will be a fitting approach to the important Rhondda Valleys, and more creditable to the town than it is in its present state. Whatever improvements are made in this street this narrow bridge blocks the way to per- fection, and, although the Mill-street Improve. ment Company, after the difficulties that have been thrown in their way, may not, in view of their pending expensive litigations, take any active measures to oppose the Bill, it is certainly the duty of the Local Board to do so, unless they can come to an arrangement by which the company will afford facilities for the widening of the road under their bridge for the benefit of the town, at the same time as they widen the bridge over the road for their own benefit. Much indignation is felt at the clause that the company suggest in their Bill, giving them power to take portions of a pro- perty without taking the whole, in distinct opposition to the principle of the Railway Clauses Acos, and owners of property have already con- sulted their legal advisers and intend to oppose the BilL In our retrospect of the year, which of necessity was cursory and brief, we quite inadvertently omitted any mention of the good work done by some of the various denominations. The Plymouth Brethren have built a chapel at Barry, and Rev. J. W. Matthews has accepted what may be termed a recall from Cadoxton English Calvinistic Metho- dist Church, which a few weeks ago opened a neat and handsome place of worship on the Court-road. The opening services which, as all are aware, were highly successful, were conducted by some of the leading ministers of the connexion. We should also have mentioned the new English Congrega- tional cause started at Cadoxton, and that the Welsh Calvinistic Methodists have started services oppo- site the Police-station at Holton.
ROUND THE TOWN.
ROUND THE TOWN. Mr. David Farr. the conductor of the Barry Male Voice Party, has not only a short name but is short as regards stature as well. At the railwaymen's dinner on Boxing Night he told the company that he had been a railway man once, but being so short he had failed to pass, and had had to give way in favour of lengthier men. We note with pleasure, however, that this defect" does not prevent him from being the best musical conductor Barry has ever had. Christmas at Barry, on the whole, was a very quiet affair. Cadoxton Brass Band tried to arouse some enthusiasm, but we had heard all the tunes before. Railwaymen are terrible fellows to smoke. At their annual "flare-up" at the Barry Hotel, on Boxing Day, the appearance of the dining-hall during the after-dinner proceedings made one think that some of the so-called Welsh" smoke- less steam coal had been flying about. A large number of the Barry votaries of the popular winter game, football, journeyed to Cardiff on Boxing Day in anticipation of seeing an en- counter between Cardiff and Penarth, but on arriving in the Welsh metropolis learned to their chagrin and disgust that the Cardiffians had called off the match. The Burial Board at Pontypridd has dull meet- ings as a rule, but recently Mr. Councillor Roberts forced a smile even on the stern face of Mr. W. Morgan, gold medallist, with a story of a certain long-winded preacher who told a friend that if the burial service was too long he should prick him with a pin. The friend agreed. The preacher commenced and went on and on and on. The friend seeing the time was getting late pricked, and pricked, but with no result. At the end ex- planations followed, when the preacher said Why, man, you pricked the wrong leg; that was my cork one." One of the Barry railway men at last Saturday's dinner, by some ingenious device or other, man- aged to secure four or fire servings of goose and turkey, and then expressed his strong disapproval because he couldn't get a plate of roast beef. No wonder his next door neighbour felt discom- fited and pocketed a mince pie. Chambers' Journal thus describes the France," which our readers probably remember was in Barry Dock some months ago:—The French five master France is the largest sailing ship afloat. She was launched in September, 1890, from the yard of Messrs. D. W. Henderson at Partick, for Messrs Bordes et Fils, and her dimensions are as follows :—Length 361 feet, breadth 49 feet, depth 26 feet. Her net register tonnage is 3,624, with a sail area of 49,000 square feet; and not long since she carried an enormous cargo of 5,900 tons of coal on her maiden passage from Barry to Rio de Janeiro. A rabbit coursing meeting was held at the Witchill Athletic Grounds, at Cadoxton, Barry, on Boxing Day, when the sport was of the usual cruel nature. It is a pity the authorities are not in a position to sternly repress such matches. In connection with the above meeting, the standing disgrace is that such a large number of persons were present. The connection between true sport with rabbit coursing is the conspicuousness of its absence, if the term may be allowed. The Barry Railway Sick and Accident Society is an institution which does splendid work, con- sequenty all the employes of the company should be connected with it. We are pleased to learn that during the year 1891 the members numbered 179, and that the following sums were paid out:— Sick benefit to members, £40 14s. 5d. financial allowances, £21 4s. and a dividend of 6s. 3d. each was paid to 127 members who had received no relief during the year. General Lee at the Cadoxton concert on Boxing Day drew some very fanciful pictures of what a popular concert may become. The gallant general's ideal includes the presence of the genuine working man with his pipe and tobacco, with the pleasing addition of his faithful partner sitting by his side knitting stockings. A correspondent unkindly suggests that a football match at the rear of the hall would also prove of great attraction. Lord and Lady Wimbome, who own a deal of property in the Barry neighbourhood, are enter- taining a large family party at Canford Manor, their place in Dorsetshire, where they intend to receive a succession of visitors until the end of January. Prominent amongst those who have been on the sick list at Pontypridd lately are Mr. W. White Phillips, a member of the Pontypridd Local Board and the Llamvomio School Board; and Mr. W. Merchant, J.P., manager of the local branch of the National Bank of Wales. After a little agitation, the shop assistants at Pontypridd succeeded in obtaining four days' holidays at Christmas. What do their Barry brethren think of this. Bandsmen in Bridgend have been enlivening the town greatly of late. On Christmas Eve, how- ever, the climax was reached in good style, when it was discovered that some of the younger members were "falling out" of the ranks, and laying. protected by the shadows of the lawn shrubs, blowing their instruments the while. Surely it must have been a stronger article than the weather that effected this saddening scene. The Glyntaff Burial Board on Tuesday week passed a resolution urging the Local Board not to oppose the Extension Bill. A deputation was appointed to wait upon the Local Board, and the gentlemen composing it were deputed to point out why they adhere to their first decision. An Open Letter to Mr. J. Bryn Roberts, M.P., from the pen of our versatile contributor, Theodore Dodd," is in type, and will appear next week. Much sympathy is being shown at St. Bride's- Major with the man Ricketts, who was fined for poaching, on ridiculous evidence, the exorbitant penalty of £ 3 9s. The villagers hold a very de- cided opinion that there was an ulterior motive in promoting the prosecution. The defendant, it is stated, has been in the habit of using common land which would naturally prove particularly galling to any who seek to keep such land for their exclu- sive use. The shop assistants of Bridgend have mounted their hobby-horse at last by securing early closing. May they proceed at a jog-trot, and finish up with a gallop," but it is bad to find some winking the other eye even now that it is a proclaimed reality. The Salvation Army may be a nuisance to some of the inhabitants of Eastbourne, but it is to be hoped that the Local Board of Pontypridd will support Councillor Roberts, and not interfere with them in that town. Without doubt they have done a lot of good in the place, and have attracted those whom other form of religion have failed to reach. A good story reaches us anent the open grates used by the Barry Railway Company. These grates are vulgarly called" devils," and a gentleman occupying an important position in the General Offices recently wrote to another gentleman to the effect that the devil at Cogan has broken his ribs. Please supply us with a. new devil at once." It is always well to encourage enterprise. In the Barry district a large plot of land has been laid out as a lake. It is intended during the summer months to place pleasure-boats on this lake (which will ply for hire). At present, as it is abutting on the main road it would be well for children to be warned not to go too near the edge, as in some parts it is rather deep. The owners are only waiting to see whether there is a sufficient depth of water to drown a little bairn before putting some fencing around it. So the next Saturday popular concert of Mr. Lewis Lewis at Cadoxton is to be a smoker." Perhaps it is quite as well that the men should be allowed to smoke. The Market Hall is large enough and the roof lofty enough to prevent the tobacco fumes becoming obnoxious even to the most fastidious. Mr. Lewis deserves every encou- ragement in his excellent idea. Not the least amusing feature about the painters' strike at Barry is to see the tables turned. The masters are becoming men and the men masters. Some of the master painters are busily occupied finishing their jobs themselves, whilst some of the men are starting in business or are going in for co-operative production, two or three clubbing together to take a contract. People are saying that that side must surely be a weak one which cannot stand the test of being submitted to arbitration. m The Rev. W. Tibbott, Cadoxton, must h(LV thought his name unique in this district. Now, however, a Mr. Tibbett has taken a grocer's shop in the Holton-road. From Tibbett's to the teapot is an easy transition for a pound of tea. That beats Lipton. The question which our magistrates will soon have to decide will be what name to give to the Holton-road Police-court when the new court- house is ready. Cadoxton Police-court would be a misnomer so would Holton. as this is merely a sub-title to Barry. Then Barry and Cadoxton Police-court would be too long; whilst Barry Police-court would make some of the older Cadox- tonians green with envy. The Barry and Cadoxton Local Board accounts will be audited on Saturday, at eleven o'clock, by Mr. G. H. Brett, Local Government Board auditor. Mr. W. H. Morgan, manager of Lloyd's Bank, Barry Dock, has removed from Dinas Powis to Barry. The splendid article on Christmas and its customs which appears in another page of our present issue, is from the pen of that promising young Welshman, Mr. D. Lleufer Thomas, B.A.
IN AND AROUND BARRY.
IN AND AROUND BARRY. Judge Gwilym Williams has now, in divers ways, proved himself a man of ingenious ways and of startling innovations. He is, according to his own testimony, the only judge in modern times who has conducted a case in the language of this country. His outspoken criticism of the Lord Chancellor's action in appointing Mr. Cecil Beresford as judge of county-court was as novel as it was manly. But he has eclipsed all previous efforts in his taking a case, cn route in a railway train, and has provided food for endless paragraphs in the London dailies and weeklies. This little item of news has gone on its round, and even Punch has noticed it. It was a capital idea, and one that can well be developed. Take the Cadoxton Police-court. Mr. Ware or Major Thornley want to get off to Penarth, and they order the court to adjourn to the 1.40 Taff Vale train. The saloon carriage is taken possession of. Our inspector musters his men, and then the fun begins. By the time Penarth is reached all the cases are disposed of. Then. again, on different lines we might have special features —a special coach reserved—for sermons. weddings, lectures, concerts, or what not. Think of the immense advantages of running trains to and from the Rhondda on Mabon's Day with men like Councillor Beavan and Alderman Richard Cory to speak to the convivial collier, and the cheerful check-weigher. On the Barry line a brigade of boot-cleaners would be most appropriate. "Take your seats." This way for the boot-cleaning compartment." Think what a boon it would be to our public men to have the meetings of ttheir various Boards and committees in the train. See the time it would save. The School Board held a meeting on Monday last on such-and-such a train. All a board," said Captain Davies. What Board," Oliver Jenkins-who was in the train, and so was present at the meeting—asked. Then, with one of those little touches of pleasantry, the Captain replied, School Boar I, of course." The plans of the new schools were passed, and the consideration of the application of Mr. G for an increase of salary was deferred, as the train had reached its destination. That's the sort of account you would read in the Star if the Barry Company only adopted my suggestion. ] The railway men's dinner on Monday last was a ] great success, Mr. Vincent in his quiet way made an admirable chairman. He is one of those sort 1 of men who seem to make things hum pretty well without any one knowing what they are up to 1 He is evidently a favourite. Quite built the other way was the visitor who erstwhile occupied Mr. Vincent's position. He is a good all-round man, and with his abundant fund of humour contributed much to the success of the evening. Whether it was an Irish song, a blood-curdling battle scene. recitation, or a speech, he was there. One of the finest bits of the evening was to watch the pipes being put away when the box of cigars (free) was passed round. One moment and every pipe 4 was alight, and every man was smoking as bad as my chimney is doing now through this storm. The next moment and not a pipe was to be seen, all stowed away and supplanted by the more swell stick-weeds." Well, the frost has gone, and once more we wade nstead of slide along the streets. But, seriously, jhose young ragamuffins had made the ice-bound -oads as slippery as glass. The Star man, like Biumpty-Dumpty, had a great fall. All through ;he slippery streets, why didn't the responsible )nes put ashes over the slides days before they lid ? The Star man, as I said, had a bad fall, and ie has shown me a bill of damages which lie is foing to "send in "—where, he can't exactly tell £ f. d. Fo 61bs. of raw beef steak to put on my eye 0 6 0 Co sundry drinks after the shock to my system 0 3 3 ro cab required after ditto. (N.B.-The shock, not the sundries) 0 5 0 ro paid man for picking me up, and other pick-me-ups 0 10 2 Total 1 4 5
LLANHARRAN AND YSTRAD HOUNDS
LLANHARRAN AND YSTRAD HOUNDS WILL MEET ruesday, Jan. 5th Tongwynlas At 10.30 a.m. Friday, Jan.8th Tremain. At 11.0 a.m.
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SEASONABLE BENEVOLENCE.—During the past j week Mr. A. J. Williams, M.P for the South Glamor- gan division, has caused four trucks of coal to be dis- tributed among the poor of Bridgend. Although the generosity was without any degree of ostentation, the townspeople feel grateful to the hon. member for his kindness towards the poor iu their midst at this season of the year.
BARRY.
BARRY. SCIEXCE AND ART CLASSES.—A meeting of the committee in; connection with the above classes was held at the Boa.rd-room, Barry Schools, on Tuesday evening, the 22nd ult., when there were present, Mr. J. Lowdon (chairman), Messrs. D. Roberts, J. H. Hos- good, J. R. Llewellyn {Barry Dock News), T. Higman, and the secretary, Mr. J. Davies. The most important business transacted was- in connection with the re- moval of the classes from Barry Dock Schools to the Holton Board School,, which was decided to take place on and after the ILth of January, 1892. It is hoped that tiill: may be au in.dl1cement to many more to join the classes. FOR THE LARGEST and best selected stock of Watches, Clocks, and JoweUery at the lowest prices go to Newman'6, Exchange-buildings, Barry. [84
BARRY DOCK.
BARRY DOCK. CONGREGATIONALISM. — A public meeting is announced to be held at the Thompson-street Public- hall, Barry Dock, on Monday evening next, for the purpose of taking into consideration the advisability of establishing a Congregational caure for the Holton and Barry Dock neighbourhood. EXPORTS AND IMPORTS.—The exports at Barry for Christmas week reached the splendid figure, all things considered, of 67,509 tons 14 cwt. This was shipped on board 43 steamers and 4 sailing vessels— total, 47. The imports during the week consisted of 190 tons of cement, 30 loads of timber, 500 tons of rails, 150 tons of pig iron, 937 tons of pitwood. 62 tons of bricks, and one ridge. The number of vessels in dock on Monday morning was 35 steamers and 21 sailing vessels—total 58. AN OBJECTIONABLE TRAVELLER ON THE BARRY RAILWAY.—Edward Cunningham, a sailor, of 2, Regent-street, Barry Dock, was summoned at Penarth, on Monday, for travelling on the Barry Railway be- tween Cogan and Dinas Powis, on the 18th instant, without a ticket. Defendant did not appear, but the evidence of Mr. W. H. Lilly, stationmaster, Dinas Powis, suggested that defendant alighted at Dinas Powis in a very drunken condition. He positively re- fused to give up his ticket, neither wOllld he pay his fare, but instead became very abusive, and cursed and swore fearfully. Defendant was detained at the sta- tion for about two hours, but he still persisted in refusing to pay his fare, and the police had to be sent for. A warrant for his arrest was ordered to be issued. FOLLICK'S is the Best Shop for Jewellery. Splendid assortment and at all prices. Corner of Barry-road and Main-street.—Advt.
CADOXTON.
CADOXTON. BARRY TBAINS.—Mr. Richard Evans, the general 111anager of the Barry Railway Company, informs us that there will be no alternation in the company's train service during January. DEATH OF MRS. FRANCIS.—The death took place on Thursday morning of Mrs. Francis, of Upper Main- street, Cadoxton, at the age of 60. Deceased, who was much respected, was a relative of the Lord Mayor of London. ENGLISH CONGREGATIONAL MEETING.—A social evening in connection with the above will be held at the Public-hall, Vere-street, on Wednesday next. There will be a sale of work, Christmas tree, tableaux vivant, waxworks, and various other entertainments. Refreshments will be supplied at moderate charges. A PAINFUL SUSPIUSE.—A telegram reached Cadoxton on Wednesday announcing that both father and mother of Mr. John Morgan, builder, Barry-road, Cadoxtou, died very suddenly at Tower- hill, St. David's, Pembrokeshire, on the previous day. Both old people had spent Christmas at home witli their son, and their death so suddenly was not antici- pated. SEASONABLE GENEROSITY.—On Christmas Eve the employe's of Mr. E. J. Ince, builder, to the number of about forty, were each the recipients of four pounds of beef and a large loaf of bread. This is the second occasion on which Mr. Ince has acted similarly at Christmastime. The meat, which was of excellent quality, was supplied by Mr. E. David, Vere-street. THU PROPOSED FREE TEA.—In referencce''to the above Miss A. M. Scantlebury, a lady whose christian efforts in the locality are well known, in- forms us that the following donations have been re- ceived :—Mr. F. L. Davies, £1; an Anonymous Donor, 10s. 6d.; Sympathiser (Barry), 10s.; Alder- man R. Cory, 10s.; other sums, Is. 3d.; total, £2 lIs. 9d. BIBLE CHRISTIAN CHAPEL.—Yesterday (Thurs- day) evening at the Bible Christian Chapel, Holton a public tea meeting was held at six o'clock, to which a large number sat down. At half-p:1st seven the pleasing service of song, Christie's Old Organ," was rendered, the interesting connective readings being given by the esteemed pastor, the Rev. J. Honey. A watch night service was announced to commence at eleven o'clock. HAPPY EVENINGS For. THE PEOPLE.—The second concert in the series of Happy Evenings for the People at Cadoxton will be held at the Market- hall on Saturday evening. The array of talent is a very strong one, the artistes engaged being Madatne Williams-Penn, R.A.M.; Miss Olive Grey, R.A.M.: Gwyn Alaw, and Mr. Jacob Matthews. Miss A. J. Lewis, Barry, will be the accompanist, and the Cadox- ton Brass BAnd will again play selections. Smoking I will be allowed at the concert. Dr. Neale will take the chair. A report of the concert held last Saturday appears in another column. ODDFELLOWSHIP,—The half-yearly meeting of the St. Nicholas District of Oddfellows, M.U., was held at the William IV. Hotel, Cadoxton, Barry, on Tuesday afternoon, Brother W. Arthurs, G.M, presiding. The customary officers and delegates, the latter representing the Garden of Wales (Cadox- ton) and Rhune Friendship (St. Nicholas) Lodges, being in attendance. The usual business was tran- sacted, and a statement of the district acconnts was submitted, which was found to be very satis- factory, and duly passed. The brethren afterwards dined together in the lodge-room, under the pre- sidencyof Brother Howell Thomas, P.P.G.M., Dinas Powis. IMPORTANT LABOUR MEETING.—At the Public- hall, Vere-streot, Cadoxton, to-morrow evening (Saturday) an important public meeting, bearing upon the present painters' dispute in the Barry district, will be held. The meeting is being called under the auspices of the Barry District Trades' Council, and a deal of interest is centered in it owing to the fact that several of the leading inhabitants have expressed their intention of being present in order to show their sympathy with the men now on strike. Amongst those who have signified their intention of being pre- j Bent are Councillor J. C. Meggitt, Barry, chairman of the Barry and Cadoxton Local Board; Dr. P. J. O'Donnell, Dr. W. Lloyd-Edwards, Holton; Mr. W. Thomas, Vere-street. Cadoxton; Dr. E. Treharne; Mr. F. P. Jones-Lloyd, &c. A splendid meeting is anticipated, as it is evident that public opinion is now completely setting itself on the side of the men on strike. REMEMBER THE CHILDREN."—As the outcome of a desire on the part of the Rev. Father Hyland and the leading members of the Cadoxton Catholic Mis- ] sion not to forget the Catholic children at this, the E festive season of the year, a very interesting gathering ] took place at the Picnic Hall, Cadoxton, on Wednes- t day last. At two o'clock the children, to the number ( [)f about 140, and hailing from the neighbourhoods of j Sully, Cadoxton, Barry Dock, and Barry sat down to a splendid tea, thorough justice being Lione to the attractive eatables provided. A number of young ladies very kindly assisted in at- tending to the inner wants of the juveniles, including, i we noticed, the Misses Munn (2), Cissie Mooney, Mary Jane M'Carthy, Mary Ellen Short, Alice English, i Hey, Rice, and others, Mr. Smith, Barry, also mate- » rially aiding. After tea a number of innocent games ] were indulged in, pleasing songs were rendered, recitations given, and the light fantastic tripped, a highland fling and several Irish jigs being especially r well done. Eight young ladies delighted those present j by executing a very pretty fancy dance. Mr. and Mrs. Ashton carried out the important duties of instrumen- 1 talists ivery satisfactorily. Father Hyland, Dr. < O'Donnell, and others did their utmost to make the ] children happy and merry, which was the main object 1 of the gathering. The interesting proceedings con- sluded at half-past five o'clock. The whole of the j songregation are very much indebted to Mr. Henry I Ohappell and his family for the free use of the hall, md also for many acts of kindness, including a sub- scription towards the expenses of Wednesday's gathering. IF YOU WANT your Watch or Clock well repaired > or cleaned at a moderate charge take it to Newman's High-si reet. Cadoxton. [8, ]
PEXARTH.:
PEXARTH. BELL RINGING.—At the Parish Church on Monday j i date touch of Grandsire Doubles, 1,891 changes, was rung in one hour 12 minutes. This is believed to be the longest touch on the bells. The following took J part:—J. Vinnicombe,l C.Hodge, 2: D. Thomas fconductor), 3; W. Hallett, 4; F. Bartlett, 5 R. ] Percy, 5.
BONVILSTONE. ]
BONVILSTONE. ] NARROW ESCAPE.—As Mr. Thomas, of Ty Croes? ] Bonvilstone, together with his nieces, from St. j George's, were proceeding in a trap on the way to the funeral of Mrs. Hopkins, of Tregynog, they had a narrow escape of getting under the train. There is a 5 crossing on the way over the Great Western Railway, j and a man in charge. As they thought the way was ( clear, they drove along, but, to their horror, they per- seived the train in full speed, and it nearly dashed j against the trap. A second one way or the other would have pioved fatal to the occupants. They were j trembling with fear for some time. As a correspon- 1 dent says, it is impossible to be too careful in such < dangerous places. Many will remember a narrow ] escape in the same place before. This may be the last. ] FOLLICK'S is the Best Shop for Jewellery. Splendid ] assortment and at all prices. Corner of Barry-road and > Main-street.—Advt. <
LLANCARFAN. i
LLANCARFAN. i TREAT AND ENTERTAINMENT.—On Christmas Day the Sunday School in connection with the Baptist Chapel received their annual treat, when a large num- ber of children and adults, irrespective of creed, sat down to a substantial tea. The following ladies and gentlemen were most assiduous in their attention on the scholars and visitors, viz.:—Mr., Mrs. and the Misses Edwards, Pennon; Mr. and Mrs. W. Thomas, Penmark; Mr. and Mrs. Hopkins, Penmark: Mrs. Watts, Porthkerry; Rev. E. D. Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Evan Griffiths, Fox and Hounds; Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Howells, Llaneadle; Messrs. M. Howells, O. t Howells, Evan Morgan; Mrs. Edward Griffiths, Brim- well; Mrs. John, Abernant; Mrs. James, Witton Bush the Misses Griffiths, Lodge Miss Deere, Miss Dummett, and Miss H. Jones. Through the generosity of Mrs. W. Hopkins, Penmark, a quantity of oranges was distributed amongst the little ones. An enter- tainment was held in the evening, at which, the Rev. E. D. Lewis, the genial pastor, presided. The meeting was opened by the singing of a congregational hymn, a.nd prayer having been offered by Mr. W. Griffiths, a long programme, consisting of choruses, duetts, solos, dialogues and recitations, was then gone through. In the impromptu speech—subject, "The Value of a Good Character "—five aspirants came forth.. Messrs. W. Jenkins, Rhoose, and W. Griffiths, Llancarfan, kindly acted as adjudicators. The 1st prize was awarded to Mr. John Griffiths, Llanbethery; and the 2nd prize to Mr. Rees John, Lidmoor. The choirs under the able leadership of Mr. Morgan Howells, did its part well, the beautiful little anthem," The Lord is King," being well rendered. The singing of the hapus, hwylus old Welsh hymn, Bydd myrdd o ryfeddodan," terminated the proceedings. SCHOOL BOARD MEETING.—A special meeting of the School Board (convened by notice) was held at. the Schoolroom on Tuesday evening, December 15th. There were present Messrs. T. Price (chairman), W. Griffiths (vice-chairman), and M. Howells. Mr. Griffiths proposed, and it was seconded by Mr. Howells, and carried unanimously, that Miss Catherine Lougher be appointed assistant mistress to take charge of the infants and sewing. SCHOOL TREAT AND ENTERTAINMENT—Last- Friday week the children attending the Board Schools received their annual treat, which consisted of tea, cake, &c. Tea was announced to be on the table at four o'clock, and a little after the appointed time about eighty scholars sat down to partake of the good things which had been so liberelly provided for them. The little ones having been well satisfied, repaired to the playground, where various games were indulged in. The adults who kindly waited on the children were then supplied with tea, Mr. Price, Llanbethery, presiding at the table. Prominent among those pre- sent were the following, viz. :—Mr. Mrs. and the Misses Price, Llanbethery; Rev. A. T. Hughes and Miss Gertrude Hughes. the Vicarage; Mr. W. Griffiths, Mr. W. Hopkins, Moulton; Mr. and Mrs. R. Davies, Revs. W. Daniels. Penmark; E. T. Lewis, Llancar- fan Miss Evans, Miss Annetta Thomas, Miss Davies, Llanbethery; Miss Lougher, Moulton; the Misses Cassie, Lily, and Mary Lougher, Garnllwyd Mrs. W. Liscombe, Mrs. Edwards, Pennon; Mrs. E. John, Flexland; Miss Lizzie Howells, and Mrs. John, Pancross. Tea being over the children then, amongst other things, gave a re-performance of the cantata. "Happy Hearts." The attendance was fairly good, and the scholars without exception went through their work in a most creditable manner. Mr. T. Price occupied the chair. Miss C. Lougher made an excellent accompanist. The usual votes of thanks brought a most pleasant day's proceedings to a close. WHERE IS FOLLICK'S. the Pawnbroker, Outfitters Jeweller, (fee.?—Corner of Barry-road and Main-street. —Advt.
PENMARK.
PENMARK. NEW PAROCHIAL CLUB.—A parochial club has been formed in this village, through the exertions of the vicar, the Rev. Edward Morgan. The club is held in the class-room at the schools. The following are the officers:—President, Mr. O. H. Jones, Fomnon Castle vice-president, Rev. E. Morgan secretary, Mr. F. Duck; committee, Messrs. E. Lawrence, W. Alexander, John Jones, and T. Roberts. There are about 35 members. Whenever I have symptoms of Hoarseness coming on, I always fly to my favourite remedy, LEWIS'S PECTORAL BALSAM, take a dose or two, and am right again." -113. 1 jd. and 2s. 9J. per bottle.
LLANBETHERY.
LLANBETHERY. ENTERTAINMENT.—A musical and literary enter- tainment was held at the above place on Wednesday evening of last week, when Mr. T. Price presided. The meeting was held in Mr. Price's barn, which was recently used by the Navvy Mission. The barn is now transformed to a very suitable place for holding a Sunday School. It is well-lighted and properly furnished, thanks to the noble efforts of Messrs. Price, Davies and other Llanbethery friends. The room which, by the way, can be designated Llanbethery- hall, was nicely decorated for the occasion with ever- greens, &c., suitable and very appropriate mottoes being fixed in the most prominent positions, such as:— Welcome." The Lord reigneth," In all labour there is profit," Be patient in well-doing." There was a splendid audience, and the singing of the choir, under the leadership of Mr. Thomas Davies, reflected great credit on all concerned. The different quartettes, trios, solos, and recitations were rendered in excellent style. Miss Davies and Miss M. B. Price acted as accompanists. On the motion of Mr. T. Davies, seconded by Mr. Samuel, hearty votes of thanks were given to the chairman for presiding, and also to all those who had contributed in making the entertain- ment a success. The meeting terminated by singing the National Anthem. The proceeds are to be devoted to the Sunday School funds. For seven years I suficred from Asthma, tried all known remedies, and LEWIS'S PECTORAL BALSAM is the best of all.—Is. 1-^d. per bottle.
ST. BRIDES-SUPER-ELY.
ST. BRIDES-SUPER-ELY. DEATH OF MRS. HOPKINS, TREGYRNOC. — We have to record the death of Mrs. Hopkins, of Tre- gyrnog, in the above place. She was seventy-three years of age, and one of ten children, five of whom are now dead and five living, being the children of the late Edward Thomas. St. George's. Her father had three brothers, and the four between them had forty- two children. Mrs. Hopkins lost her husband thirty- five years ago. She strived hard to raise her young ones, and succeeded so well that they had the the school training to set them out in the world, and she saw three of them married. She spent her last days in the old farm, and with her only son. Of late her health ha.d not been good at all, but some weeks ago bronchitis set in and inflammation, and a fatal end- ing eventually came. She died," says a correspond- ent, trusting in her Redeemer." On Monday week a great number of the relatives and others attended the funeral at Croes-y-Park. At the house, in the chapel, and at the grave the Revs. J. Davies, of Tai- hirion, and Humphreys, of South Ferndale. officiated. The latter preached from Psalm xc. 1. The deceased had been a faithful member of the Congregational Church at St. Bride's for many years. "LEWIS'S PECTORAL BALSAM did me a wonder- ful amount of good. It relieved !my cough instantly —Is. l £ d. per bottle.
CADOXTON POLICE COURT.
CADOXTON POLICE COURT. THURSDAY.—Before Mr. O. H. Jones (chairman), and Colonel Guthrie. Row IN A QUARRY.—John Andrews and — Leach were charged with committing a violent assault upon John Parfitt, quarry owner, Barry Dock, at his quarry at Kingsland-crescent.—Mr Jackson prosecuted, and Mr. F. P. Jones-Lloyd defended.—There was a cross summons against Parfitt for assaulting Andrews.—The Bench dis- missed both cases. SEQUEL TO THEPENCOEDTRE "GHOST" AFFAIR. —Alfred Palmer, Rosina Palmer (his wife) and James Moist were charged with assaulting Mary Jane Carroll, a milk vendor, living at Pencoedtre, near Cadoxton.—Mr. Jackson defended.—Plaintiff said she lived at Pencoedtre, and when on December 13th between twelve and one o'clock in the night was walking from her house to meet a female friend, she passed nine men and boys and a woman, The three defendants were amongst them. Palmer accused her of being the alleged ghost—that had been talked about—and struck her his wife also did the same, knocking her in the hedge. The man Moist also struck at her. Witness was most brutally assaulted.—Cross-examined I did not get over any hedge to come into the road. I have never heard about there being a ghost there.. I did not pick up any stones, and throw them. The whole nine of them knew me, and they all struck me. I had had no drink that night; my husband was not taken home in a cart that night. They all said they had caught the Pencoedtre ghost, and were going to take it to the police-station in order to claim a reward.—Bella Dalziel deposed to being the person whom the plaintiff was walking to meet. She saw plaintiff next morning, and saw that she had been badly knocked about. — Police-constable Solomon said the plaintiff came to him at about three o'clock in the morning. Her face was badly bruised, and both her eyes bore evidence of assault. She com- plained of having been assaulted. — Timothy Mahoney, for the defence, said he was one of the nine men, and on the night in question he saw the plaintiff come from the field on to the road with her shawl over her face. She was not coming from the direction of her house. Palmer said. "Stop ghost." Complainant replied with :1 dis- gusting expression, and afterwards picked up stones and threw one at Moist, which left a. mark for a week. Mrs. Palmer smacked her face for calling her a bad name. Neither of the others touched her. Witness, in reply to the bench, said he, with the others, went uprto Pemo^dt^g'foT the purpose of seeing the ghost which waf stated in the "papers to be about there.—William" Matthews corroborated, and said when they saw the com- plainant first she was wearing a mask. He be- lieved her eyes were blackened before. Near the King William IV. Hotel complainant threw more stones, one of which struck Moist., and the other struck witness on the hemi the mark from which had not yet disappeared.—Mr. Jackson asked for a cross-summons and for the case to be adjourned for further evidence to be brought forward. His client, Mrs. Palmer, had been in bed for a week, as the doctor would prove, from the effects of a blow from a stone thrown by the complainant.—The Bench refused the cross-summons and the ad- journment, and characterised the assault as most brutal, and said they had a good mind to send them to prison without the option of a fine. Each defendant would have to pay £2 each and 15s. 9d. each costs, or go to gaol for fourteen days with hard labour.
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