Merthyr Times and Dowlais Times and Aberdare Echo

MERTHYR. COUNTY-COVET. — Judge Gwilym Williams has renewed the appointed of Mr. Price Owen, Albert- street, as an officer of the Merthyr County-court. PRINCE HENRY OF BATTENBERG.—At the Free- masons' Lodge, held on Thursday evening, a vote of condolence was passed with the Queen and Princess Beatrice on the death of Prince Henry of Batten- berg. YNTSGAU YOUNG PEOPLE'S SOCIETY.—On Wednes- day evening (last night) several interesting papers were read at the usual weekly meeting of this society by Miss Maggie Lloyd and Miss M. A. Anthony. Mr. D. L. Jones presided. THE ARMENIAN QUESTION.—Instead of the ordinary preaching service at Wesleyan Chapel, on Tuesday night, the Rev. C. Angwin, the pastor, read quotations from a pamphlet bearing on the Armenian Question. There was a fair attendance, and the rev. gentleman's explanation of the question was much appreciated. GÍtUT ATTRACTION FOR MABON'S DAT, MARCH 2ND, 1896.-The renowned Treorky Royal Male Voice Party haTe been engaged, at an enormous expense, by the Pontmorlais Calvinistic Methodist Church, to give Two Grand Concerts at the Drill Hall, Merthyr. afternoon and evening. [3665 VISITORS TO ABERDARE should not fail to call at Miss A. OEPPEN'S, Commercial-place, Aberdare, for their cigar?, tobacco, &c. A choice selection of smokers requisites is always in stock, and cannot fail to please, both in cheapness and quality. Remember the ad dress Commercial-place, Aberdare. [ADVT "I."—The first personal pronoun I formed the subject of the Rev. J. G. James' morning sermon at Market-square Chapel on Sunday, the discourse being based on Romans vii. 19. Mr. James dealt in a lucid and interesting manner on the various prob- lems, philosophical and ethical, suggested by the phenomenon of consciousness. THE LATE PRINCE.—A few days ago Mr. T. L. White, on behalf of the Merthyr Church Lads Brigade, sent a vote of condolence to her Majesty the Saeen and Princess Beatrice upon the death of Prince enryof Battenberg. This week Mr. White was the recipient of a letter from the Royal residence in acknowledgment of the message. POUND, about 11 years ago, by JENKINS, CHEMIST and SEEDSMAN, next dooi to Police-station, a Perfect CCRE for COUGHS, COLDS, ASTIIMA, and SHORTNESS ef BREATH. The same can be had by payment of one shilling. Hundreds have already speculated the one shilling, and the unanimous verdict has been Nothing equals the Cambrian Cough Cure." [3474 SlON BIBLE Cuss.—Tre ordinary meeting of the above el as.- was held last Thursday night in the veatry-room of Sion Welsh Baptist Chapel, and in the presence of a good number of members. To-night (Thursday) the respected pastor, the Rev. W. A. Jones, will deliver his last lecture on the "Life of Dr. Paton, the Missionary." The proceeds will be given towards the missionary cause. A.S.R.S.-The monthly meeting of the Merthyr branch was held on Sunday last, with a very good attendance. The branch was very pleased to hear the result of the efforts towards the Orphan Fund. The receipt for j320 for this cause from the general office was received with acclamation. The brtnch beg to thank all who have in any way helped the Orphan Fund during 1895, and trust to have their patronage this year again. INCANDESCENT GAS LIGHTS INCANDESCENT GAS LieHTS !—J. T. DOCTON, 138, High-street, Merthyr, lias been Specially Appointed fjr the Sale of the Incandescent Gas Lights. Gas Consumers, by using this Light, will Reduce their Gas Bills by One Half and Obtain Treble the Light. The various Kinds ef Lights can be seen in operation, and full particulars obtained at the above address Inspection invited. Competent workmen employed to fix same. [ADTT. To PARTIES FURNISHING.—Messrs. J. G. Maddox and Son, auctioneers, will sell by public auotion at the Auction Mart, 25, Duke-street, Cardiff, on Tuesday and Thursday, February 18th and 20th, an immense assemblage of very superior household furniture. The sale will commence at two o'clock precisely each day. Further particulars will be found in our advertising column or may be obtained by writing to the auctioneers at the above address. r2849 UNITEEJSOCIETY OF YOUNG WELSH CONGREGATION- ALISTS.—The usual monthly meeting of this society held on Wednesday evening last at Salem Chapel, Thomaatown, when Mr. W. D. Thomas presided. The foUowingJwas.the programme Paper, The Bible," Air. Rees Evans -song, Mr. David Morgan recit., Miss Blodwen Maurice song, Miss Susie Thomas paper, 44 Religious Characteristics of the Age in Wales," Mr. Ben Jones addresses, Mr. J. M. -'ones, Mr. D. L. Jones, and Mr. James Thomas. A pleasant evening was spent. BURIAL BOARD.—Friday. Present: Messrs. Charles Price (in the chair), Rev. J. Thomas, E. P. Biddle, W. Lewis, W. R. Thomas, E. R. Williams, and D. Davies.—Mr. Biddle expressed his intention of resigning his seat on the Board, but was prevailed upon to postpone the matter until after the next meeting.—Three members now retire by rotation: Mr. D. Davies, Rev. J. Thomas, Zoar, and W. Lewis, Penydarren.—The vote of condolence with the family of the late Major Bell will be found recorded in another column. IRISH NATIONAL LEAGUE.—The usual weekly meet- ing of the W. E. Gladstone Branch was held on Sun- day, 9th inst., in the Leagueroolll, Cross Keys-street. Mr. P. Morris presided. Subscriptions were handed in by the canvassers and the minutes confirmed. It was agreed to forward L5 to the executive for cards of membership. This is the fifth subscription of £5 each sent by the branch since last June. The league wish to make an earnest appeal to all members of the branch who are at work to keep up their contributions to the branch, and urgently request.the attendance of members at the meetings, which take place every Sunday in the above room at 3.30. KSEP YOUR EYE ON MORRIS'. WHAT Foa! For Stylish Suits and Overcoats. For style, quality, and value, Morris challenges the town. Try Morris' celebrated 37s. 6d. OVERCOATS and 50s. BUSINESS SUITS. They cannot be beaten. Once tried always used. Warmth and comfort for the winter months. See that yon get no other. In Hats, Caps, Shirts, Collars, Ties, &c., MORRIS LEADS THE WAY. Have a look at our windows to see our New Season's Stock of Mufflers, Ladies' and Gent.'s Lined Gloves, &e. Note the address, J. W. MORRIS, 10, Pontmorlais, Merthyr. INQUEST.—On Friday, at the Workhouse, Mr. R. J. Rhys conducted an enquiry into the death of David Jones, hawker, who met his deith atCyfarthfa Works, on the previous Tuesday night. From the evidence given, it appeared that deceased, who was under the influence of drink at the time, had walked into Cyfarthfa Mills he was followed, and, after a search, found at the bottom of a pit eight feet deep, which had lately been excavated for the new Bessemer. He was conveyed to the Workhouse, where, on examination, he was found to be suffering from a fracture of the skull.—A verdict of Acci- dental death was returned. DICK WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT.—The panto- mime at the theatre continues to draw crowded houses. There are new jokes, songs, and business each night, and "Dick's" favourite football song is loudly encored. The palace scene, with its hundreds of lamps, and the illuminated text, God Bless the Prince of Wales," is received with loud applause. Friday night is sot apart for the benefit of "Dick," when members of the Merthyr Choral Society, will render several appropriate glees, and Mr. Will Smithson will take part in the performance. We hope there will be a bumping house. A matinee performance will be given on Saturday for the benefit of the inmates of the Workhouse. TOM EVANS, Bespoke Tailer, sole ag<mt for 'the celebrated firm of Kino, London, begs to thank his numerous customers for their liberal support in past years, and to announce that he has removed from No. 1, Market-square, to 24, High-street (opposite the old Uhurch), where he has opened business as a fancy draper, outfitter, and gent's mercer. T.E. trusts that by strict attention to the needs of his customers to merit a continuance of their favours, and it is with the idea of being able to supply his customers with every necessary article of clothing, that he has added the mercery business to that of tailoring. Trousers to meaaure, 108. 6d.; suits, 39s. 6d.; overcoats, 25s. Fit and style guaranteed. White and coloured shirts, collars, cuffs, scarves, gloves, &c., of every description, ▲gent for Rush brook's butchers' clothing. Every kind of children's fancy hosiery and baby linen •applied. Terms, strictly for cash. T3316 f PONTMORLAIS CALVINISTIC METHODIST CHAPEL.— On Sunday next the Rev. Thomas R. Jones, of America, will officiate at the above chapel. Services at 10.30 a.m and 6 p.m. LW'AL CASE AT THE ASSIZES.—At the Glamorgan Assizes on liie:day, David Evans was charged with committing a rano on Mary Evans, at Merthyr, on Decern (>er 29th. Prisoner was sentenced to 18 months' hard lahour. THK LADIES' CHOIR CONCERT.—Don't miss the novel and ingenious posters" printed at this office) about the Royal Welsh Ladies' Choir concert this day week, February 20th. The programme is a very interesting one, and a rare treat may ho looked for- ward to. SALVATION ARMY.—The nsuil service was held at the T* mperar.ee Hall on Sunday night, conducted hy Cai>t iiii Bennett. There was a large attendance. Addresses were delivered in Welsh by Sister Lloyd, and in English by Bro. George Thomas nnd Captain Bennett. FOOTlHLL ON SUNDAYS.—We are asked to draw the attention of the police authorities to the fact that on the Hn'ubath Day a number of youths indulge in the game of football in Brecon-road, much to the annoyance of people attending various places of wor- ship. ZOAR Y onw PEOPLE", SOCIETY.— On Tuesday even- ing the usual weekly meeting was hold, Mr. Evan Price in thechair. Rending by Miss Gilleland. Sub- ject for discussion: "Does God answer prayer?" Two papers were read by Mr. W. Humphreys and Mr. T. Davies. Speech; s were also given by several ladies and gentlemen on the subject. The meeting was closed with prayer by Mr. J. Beynon. Mr. T. Jenkins presided at the harmonium. 3RD V.B. WELSH REGIMENT.—MERTHYR DETACH- MENT.—Orders by P. R. Cresswell, colonel com- mandant. Merthyr Detachment, for the week ending Saturday, 22nd February :—Monday, recruit drill at 8 p.m. Wednesday, company drill at the Drill Hall at 8 p.m., plain clothes; Friday, recruit drill at 8 p.m. For duty: Col. Lewis, Sergt. Mitchell, Cor pi. Williams, Bugler Morris. Next for duty: Major Jones. Sergt. Hughes, Corpl. Webb, Bugler Jones.— By order, D. R. LEWIS, colonel, 3rd V.B. Welsh Regiment, commanding Merthyr Detachment. PREACHING SERVICES—The hilf-yearly meetings in connection with Ainon English Baptist Church were held on Sunday and Monday last, when the Rev. J. Gimb'ett, of Blaina, preached at 11 a.m. in Ainon. At 2 o'clock, in Bethel, the Rev. It. I. Jenking preached L) English, and Rev. J. Gimblett in Welsh. At 6 o'clock in the evening, Rsv. J. Gimblett preached in Ainon. On Monday evening, at 7.30, Rev. J. Gimblett preached in the same chapel. The services were very well attended throughout. CREDITORS' MEETING.—Thetirst meeting of creditors of Messrs. Bowni and Jones, tailors, High-Btreefc, Merthyr, was held at the office of Mr. W. L. Daniel, official receiver, on Wednesday. Mr. T. Phillips, Pontypridd, represented the bankrupt*. Mr. D. J. Evans was the only creditor present. The gross liabilities were stated to be B929 Is. Id., out of which JB59 6. 9d. was due for rent. and 12s. 6d. for rates, taxes. &c., so that J3370 Is. lOd. is expected to rank for dividend. The assets were stated to realise JE575 10s. 5d., showing a deficiency of £ 294 lis. 5d. A few formalities were gone into, and there being no quorum present the meeting was adjourned for a week. BRECON-ROAD LIBERAL Assoc IATIO.N. -The usual monthly meeting of this association was held on Mon- day night in the Mission-room, Mr. Vaughan, Cae- pantwyl', presiding. Mr. J. L. Atkins, Dowlais, and Mr. Thomas Thomas, Cyfarthfa, delivered addresses upon their work at the various Boards, Mr. Thomas speaking in favour of an isolation hospital being erected on the Union Tips. Addresses upon local topics were also given by Alderman D. Da vie*! and Mr. John Lewis, Penydarren, and at the close it was agreed to support the candidature of Mr. J. L. Atkins, who retires in rotation from the District Council at the end of the present month. The usual votes of thanks were accorded the chairman and speakers. SMOKING CONCERT.—On Monday night a smoking concert was held at the Merthyr Constitutional Club, Mr. Valentine Watson presiding. The following was the programme :—Piano overture, Mr. A. J. Silver, F.R.C.O. tenor song, 44 Mona," Mr. David Jenkins; comic song, Gilhooley's Supper Party," Mr. D. McCarthy recitation, Tommy Atkins," Mr. Tom Pritchard comic song, Blue-haired Boy," Mr. Howey Powell; tenor song, Blodwen, My Darling," Mr. Dav id Thomas sentimental duet, The Out- cast," Messrs. McCarthy and Rogers bass song, The Bugler," Mr. Morgan Lewis duet, Larboard Watch," Messrs. David Jenkins and Morgan Lewis; baritone song, The Gallant Salamander," Mr. J. C. Thomas violin solo, Sonatina (Farmer), Mr. Isaac Evans; comic s jng, "I am one of the Jays," Mr. A. Freedman encore One of the Family tenor solo, Mr. George Daniel; recitation, "The Cost of Coal (descriptive of life underground), Mr. W. Temby comic song, Where I am Lodging Now," Mr. J. Rogers humourous recitation, The Quack Doctor," Mr. Thomas Evans encore, From the Pyramids 111 Ejrypt to Tai Harri Blawd tenor song, "The Huntsmen Sped Through the Valley" (Blodwen), Mr. D. Thomas song, The Boy's best Friend is his Mother," Mr. J. C. Thomas; encore, Longshoreman," whistling solo, 44 Gallant Fusi- liers," Mr. M. Lewis mandoline solo, El Carnaval," Mr. P. 1. Evans encore Chant L'Adieu." At this juncture several gentlemen from the theatre arrived, and took part in the concert by the kind per- mission of Mr. Will Smithson descriptive song, That's how Englishmen are ready to die," Mr. W.' Rayner; comic song, I never enjoyed Myself so much before," Mr. Fred Danvers encore song, They'll want me later on," comic duet, Don't Sit your Fathers Whiskers up for Sale," Messrs. cCormack and Casey encore, comic medley; comic song, One of the Boys," Mr. E. Chester encore, Strolling Round the Town song, Anchored," Mr. Charles Homer encore song, The Little Nipper comic song, Those Artful Cards," Mr. Will Smithson encore, 44 Little Alabama Coon." A vote of thanks to the artistes was proposed by Mr. W W. Meredith, and seconded by Mr. W. Tenby, and carried. A similar compliment to the chairman was proposed by Mr. Cas. Price, seconded by Mr. W. Craig, and carried. The singing of the National Anthem in Welsh and English brought the proceed. ings to a close. CAFE CHANTANT AND S.\LK OF WORK.—On Thurs- day last a Cafe Chantant and sale of work were held at the small room of the Drill Hall (kindly lent for the occasion by Miss Mary Davies) in aid of the funds I for the restoration of the old Parish Church. Our readers will remember that a few months ago a bazaar was held in the Drill Hall in aid of the same object, when a large number of articles remained unsold. The present sale was held for the purpose of disposing of those articles, and it is gratifying to those interested to announce that every article was disposed of on Thursday. The draw for the piano, valued at 27 guineas, supplied ')y Messrs. Thompson and Shackell, and the safety bicycle valued at J624, supplied by Messrs. Thomas and Sons, ironmongers, was com- pleted the same day. At the last sale the sum of jB550 was realised. On Thursday there was but one stall, and upon this the various fancy and useful articles and trinkets were artistically displayed. The following ladies assisted either by gifts or by selling Mrs. Crawshay, Mrs. Davies, the Misses Da vies, Bryn- tirion the Misses Lewis and Miss James, Plas, Penydarren Miss Martin, Miss Cresswell, Miss Jones, Cefncoed Mrs. William Griffiths, Pencae- mawr Miss Lewis, Abercanaid Mrs. Lewis, Miss Lewis, Miss James, Gwaelodygarth and the Misses Lewis, The Mardy. Miss Cugny presided over a fortune telling stall, and amused a large number of visitors. Business was exceedingly brisk, and many thanks are due to the ladies mentioned for their kind efforts. Concerts were arranged by Mr. Alfred Silver, F.R.C.O., and the following took part :—Mr. Silver, Miss Cugny, Mr. Isaac Evans, Mr. Ernest Brown, Mr. Lloyd Matthews, and Master Bertie David. The refreshment buffet was ably managed by the Misses Evans, Penrheolgerrig. The sale realised about JB20, bringing the total amount to JS570. The prize drawing was conducted very satisfactorily by the Rector and Mr. Sidney Simons. Miss S. Evans drew the numbers on behalf of the ticket-holders, and the result was that the holder of ticket number 20 won the piano, and No. 18 the bicycle. The owner of No. 18 is at present unknown, and Mr. Sidney Simons would be pleased if the owner would communicate with him. The hon. secretaries, Mr. S. Simons and Mr. W. W. Meredith, are to be congratulated upon the success of the efforts put forward by them, and the thanks will be all the more appreciated when the bells chime forth their merry j peal on the Day of R«st. J STEENOLOGY.Our readers will soon have an opportunity of witnessing the wonderful performances of Professor and Madame Steen, the famous Ameri- 0 can Mystifiers." The professor does not pretend to possess any occult or supernatural power, and the results produced, though weird and bewildering, are due to perfectly natural forces. The public will be invited to investigate, challege, and even to baffle the performances. See advertisement in another column. CONCERT AT CYFARTHFA.—An exceedingly interest- ing concert was held at the Schoolroom, Cyfarthfa, on Thursday night, in aid of the Cyfarthfa Parochial Charities. Dr. W. W. Jones, Wellington-street, pre- sided, and opened the proceedings in a neat speech. The programme was asfollows :—Pianoforte selection, Welsh Airs," Mrs. Kirkhouae song, "The Storm Fiend," Mr. William Phillips; song, Whisper and I Shall Hear Miss Muriel Price (who possesses a sweet voice) reading, Mrs. Rogers; song, Gwlad yDelyn," Mr. John Richards; recitation,Miss Katie Dunstan; violin solo, Hungarian Dances," Mr. W. H. Williams comic song, The Girl Next Door to Me (encored), Mr. A. J. Murton duet, Excel- sior," Mr. W. Phillips and Mr. John Richards stump oration, Mr. Allen Ford sons, a Mona," Mr. J. Richards; song, Sunshine Above," Miss Muriel Price violin solo, Gavotte," Mr. W. H. Williams song, "First in the Field," Mr. William Phillips; comic song, The Amateur Actors," Mr." A. J. Murton.—Mr. A. E. Harris proposed, and Mr. J. C. Williams seconded, a vote of thanks to those who had taken part in the concert. The Rev. W. James pro- posed a hearty vote of thanks to the chairman for presiding.—Mr. E. Evans, in seconding the com- pliment, said he hoped Dr. Jones would favour them with his presence upon similar occasions in the future.—The vote was carried unanimously, and the Chairman, in responding, said he would at all times be pleased to attend the concerts, and do his best to make them enjoyable. The singing of God Save the Queen brought a pleasant evening to a close.

DOWLAIS. Our Dcwlais correspondent is Mr. W. Harris. Evans, 26, Pantscallog, who will be glad to be notified of meetings, and to forward advertisements and orders for printing. SPLENDID DOUBLE-BARELLED BREECHLOADING GUN, quite new, £ 3 5s. — H. Isaacs, Pawnbroker and Jeweller, Horse-street, Dowlais. SILVER GENEVA WATCH, 10s.; Hall-marked Silver Albert, 7s. 6d. English Silver Lever Watch, 30s. warranted.-H. Isaacs, Dowlais. PAIR OF WELSH KERSET BLANKETS, 10s. 6d.; pair of large size twill sheets, 3s. 6d.—H. Isaacs, Pawn- broker, &c., Dowlais. UNDERTAKING and all kinds of Carpentering and Joinery Work done. Hearse and Mourning Coaches te order. GEO. J. O'Neill, Frederick's Court, North Street. and Pond Street. Dowlais. SANITARY PLUMBING AND HOT WATER ENGIN- JlBRING.- W. AUSTIN AND SON have added the above to their old-established House Decorating Business. Beer Engines, Baths, etc., fitted and repaired. Good workmanship and moderate charges. The largest, cheapest, and best selection of Paperhangings in the distriot. New patterns for 1895. Paints, Yarnishes, Glass, etc.—26 Union-street, and 91, Caeharris Dowlais. J. JBRBMIAH, Plumber and Decorator, 36, High- street, Merthyr, and 2, North-street, Dowlais. J.J. has erected New Showroom at the rear of 36, High- street, Merthyr, where a choice selection of paper- hangings, &c., can be inspected. Side entrance, 35, High-street, Merthyr. All paperhangings, gas flttings, bar fittings, paints and varnishes at lowest prices in town. Visit my showroom if you want to save money. BAND OF HOPE ESTERTADDIENT.-On Saturday evening last, the members of the Bethania Band of Hope gave a most enjoyable entertainment at the schoolroom of the above chapel. There was a fairly good audience, Mr. Cymbryd Hughes presiding. An interesting programme was g-np through. VOLUNTEER SMOKER.—On Friday evening last a smoking concert was held at the Armoury, in connec- tion with the local detachment of the 3rd V.B. Welsh Regiment. There was a splendid muster of volunteers present, and it long and entertaining programme was gone through. OBITUARY.—On Wednesday last the mortal-remains of Mrs. Jones, wife of Mr. James Jones, for many years precentor of Caersalem Baptist Chapel, were conveyed by hearse from Blaenavon to Dowlais, for interment at Pant Cemetery. The funeral was met near Dowlais Top by a large number of deceased's former friends. The Rev. J. Williams, Beulah, officiated. ENTERTAINMENT. — Another interesting entertain- ment took place on Saturday night last at the Hebron Schoolroom, which compared favourably with any of its predecessors. The chair was occupied by Mr. Thomas Davies. Solos were sung by Miss Ann Jones and Mr. John Lewis, and recitations were given by Miss Mary Hughes and Messrs. Price Davies and J. Swithin Jones. The latter recited "Taltirlietit," Caru Gwen," and "Priodi," in such a humorous manner as to create roars of laughter.

PENYDARREN. TEMPERANCE SOCIETy.-The monthly meeting of the above society was held at Horeb Schoolroom on Thursday evening last, under the presidency of Mr. Llewelyn Thomas (the president of the society). There was a large attendance piesent. The meeting was commenced by Mr. John R. Williams, who read a portion of the Scriptures and delivered a prayer. The Rev. J. Thomas, Zoar, Merthyi, followed with a most eloquent address on The Advantages of Temperance," after which the following programme was gone through, to the evident delight of the audience :—Dialogue, Mr. John B. Lewis and friend; song, Mr.; B. Jones; song, Miss Cassie Davies; recitation, Miss Jane Brace song, Mr. David Thomas (encored). The accompaniments were played by Mr. Dan P. Jones with his usual ability.

FRIGHTFUL FATALITY AT DOW- LAIS IRON WORKS. On Monday night last, about half-past eleven o'clock, a frightful fatality befel a young man named Phillip Macgregor, single, residing at Horse-street Dowlais, and a native of Leeds. It appears that the deceased, who was employed as a forge carpenter, was engaged in greasing the pinions which connect the rolls of the Big Mill, when the brush used in oil- ing fell from his grasp, and as he stooped to regain possession his clothing was caught in trie machinery, and the unfortunate fellow was drawn in and literally torn to pieces. Every effort was made to stop the engine in time, but all to no purpose, death being instantaneous. The remains, which were scattered about the floor, were conveyed in a sack to the mortuary of the Merthyr General Hospital. The inquest was held at the Clarence Hotel on Tuesday morning, a verdict of Accidental death" being returned. The funeral will take place to-day (ThunT- day) at Pant Cemetery.

DOWLAIS RIFLE CLUB. LIST OF PRIZE-WINNERS. The last competition of the season came off on Saturday at the Dowlais range, with the following results:— 200 YARDs.-Pte. T. J. Owen, Merthyr, total points 33, prize 9s.; Sergt. Jones, Cefn, 33, 6s. 6d. Pte. S. Thomas, Dowlais, 33, 4s. 6d. Pte. E. G. Cross, Dowlais, 33, 3s. 6d.; Sergt. John Davies, Dowlais, 32, 2s. 6d. Pte. T. Powell, Merthyr, 32, 2s. 3d. Pte. Chamberlain, Merthyr, 32, 2s. Sergt. E. P. Nash, Merthyr, 32, Is. 9d. Sergt. H. Nicholson, Dowlais, 32, la. 6d.; Bugler J. T. Jones, Dowlais, 32, Is. 6d. 500 YARDS.—Pte. Chamlierlain, Merthyr, total points 33, pnze 9s. Sergt. J. Davies, Dowlais, 32, 6s. 6d. Sergt. Gray, Cefn, 31, 4s. 6d. Sergt. Jones, Cefn, 31, 3s. 6d. Lee.-corpl. T. Murphy, Dowlais, 31, 2s 6d. Sergt.-inst. Counhihan, Mounted Com- pany, 29, 28. 3d, Sergt. J. Jeremiah, Mounted Com- pany, 29, 2s. Pte. Ben Jones, Dowlais, 28, Is. 9d. Bugler J. T. Jones, Dowlais, 28, Is. 6d.; Sergt. D. H. Jones, Dowlais, 28, Is. 6d. GRAND AGGREGATE, 200 AND 500 YARDS.-Pte. Chamberlain, Merthyr, total points 65, prize 7s. 6d. and gold jewel; Sergt. J. Davies, Dowlais, 64, 6s. ahd silver jewel; Sergt. Jones, Cefn, 64, 4s. 6d. and bronze jewel; Sergt. Gray, Cefn, 62, 3s. Sergt.-inst. Counhihan, Mounted Company, 60, 2s. 6d.; Pte. T. J. Owen, Merthyr, 60, 2s. Pte. S. Thomas, Dow- lais, 60, Is. 9d. Pte. Ben Jones, Dowlais, 60, Is. 6d.; Bugler J. T. Jones, Dowlais, 60, Is. 3d. Sergt. E. P. Nasb, Merthyr, 59, Is. K The hon. secretary of the club is Mr. D. H. Jones, and a general meeting will be held next Wednesday evening.

THE DOWLAIS CHOIR AT CARDIFF. The members of the Dowlais Philharmonic Society, accompanied by a number of friends, proceeded by special train from Caeharris Station to Cardiff on Saturday afternoon last, to fulfil an engagement at the Park Hall. Unfortunately the rain poured down in torrents for nearly an hour before the concert com- menced, and was doubtless responsible for preventing numbers who would otherwise have put in an appear- ance from attending. Nevertheless, an immense audience assembled, and at the outset it was evident that there were present a great many admirers who looked forward to a grand treat. Nor were they disappointed. When Mr. Harry Evans appeared on the platform, baton in hand, he was heartily cheered, and immediately afterwards the choir broke out with the great chorus All Men, All Things," which, thanks largely to the powerful organ accompaniments, was given with electrical effect. The cheers which followed was described by the Cardiff press as being truly tremendous," and the demand for an encore was irrestible. Remarkable to relate, a similar experience befel the male voice portion of the choir in their exceedingly dramatic rendering of The Martyrs of the Arena." But it remained for the final chorus, Hail, Bright Abode," to awaken the liveliest enthusiasm. Never haa this chorus been rendered by the choir with such thrilling effect, and especially stirring was the sustaining with such marvellous power of the B note by the sopranos. It is not to be wondered at that under the circum- stances the last item of the concert had to be repeated. "The Lullaby of Life" and "When Winds Breathe Soft" were likewise sung excellently, and altogether a great treat was provided the Cardiff people, who were unusually demonstrative in their applause. Of the artistes Miss Edith Maud Jones made an excellent impression, and was encored each time she appeared. Miss Gertie Wedlake, a Cardiff young lady, was also very successful, and Mr. Evan Roo" Evans received an encore for his excellent rendering of "0 na byddai'n haf o hyd." Mr. Ivor Foster was in his best form and took immensely. The accom- paniments were shared between Mr. Aylward, Mr. Harry Evans and Mr. E. T. Davies. The congratu- lations showered upon Mr. Evans at the close were hearty in the extreme, and we are only too proud to be able to who them.

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According to a well-known manufacturer, who has supplied some figures on the subject to Woman's Life, over 36,000,000 pairs of gloves are used in this country every year, and of these fully three-quarters are worn by ladies. The value spent by them in these articles amounts annually to no lees than £1,500,000. One manufacturing firm alone finds employment, directly and indirectly, for 50,000 people, and at Worcester alone nearly five miles are covered by glove factories. Many ladies are, of course, extravagant in their gloves, and spend large sums per annum. jB30 is a very modest sum, whilst in some instances JB100 is laid out in the course of a year. At one retail house in the West End a lady who was going on tour took JB40 worth with her, but half a dozen pairs were worth over 92 apiece. Sometimes a lady will have by her at one time a great many pairs. Over 400 pairs were sold recently at a house sale whilst this num- ber was exceeded at the sale of the Duchess of Somer- set's effects, when over 2,000 pairs were disposed of.

Correspondence. THE I.L.P. AT TREHARRIS. SJR,-I was amused upon opening my Times last week to find that Expectant" had changed his nom de plume to that of "A Socialist." There was some object in this move, which, to my mind, was none other than to pave the way for an attack npon me for my supposed ignoranee of the true meaning of the word Socialism. There may be many things to be said in favour of Socialism, but what I condemn is that kind of Socialism as seen through I.L.P. spec- tacles. What I said was that the I.L.P. and Estab- lished Church at Treharrisarrangcd the'ecture between them" but A Socialist" says nothing upon that point, and although I still hold the same opinion, I purpose leaving the Church locally alone, and give the I.L.P. and Church generally some attention. My object was not to enter into any discussion as to what Socialism is, but the methods adopted by the I.L.P. in order to bring it about. If I were banished, as suggested, to a Robinson Crusoe island, I should be lord of all I surveyed, and that is what the I.L.P. people want to be. What troubles me is the friend- ship observable between the Tories and Chnrch and the I.L.P.; also where do the finances of the latter come from? Socialism, as I understand it, has no peculiar relationship with the Acts of Parliament quoted in "A Socialist's" letter. Those Acts of Parliament are representative and the outcome of Lilieralism pure and simple, and I need hardly say that the gulf between Liberalism and Socialism is great, because the I.L.P., as the new mouthpiece of the latter, have by their many foolhardy acts all over the country at the last General Election done their level best to wreck the former. There are so many exponents of Socialism, and each with his own inter- pretation, that it would be desirable for A Socialist" to explain how be connects the Acts he refers to with Socialism. I shall then perhaps have something defi- nite to meet. It is the great Liberal Party I look to for reform, who have always proved themselves to be the friends of justice and freedom, and not to A Tory- Established-Church-and-I.L.P. combination, as the latter, to my sense of smell, savours so fishy. How a body of working men can set themselves against the Liberal Party surpasseth my understanding. The old woman, too, is also getting interested, as I have now r.;r the third time, after a hard day's work, ordered her to clear the table, as I meant to go for the I.L.P. She says that I speak of the I.L.P. in my sleep, and I do not doubt it, because, as I said before, they are to me like a red rag to a bull." My time this week has been taken up in answering A Social- tst's letter, so that the matter promised you a fort- night ago must again be reserved for a future issue.— Yours, etc., Treharris, ANTI-SOCIALIST. February 10th, 1896. BRAVERY OF MINERS. T read with 8reat pleasure the remarks of Judge Owen on the above subjeot in one of the daily papers a few days ago. He said that the only two classes of people who receive medals for bravery are soldiers and sailors. Hut he said that there is no class of people who deserve to be recognised for bravery more than the minerf, who rush through every danger to save the lives of their fellow-work- men. The Government present soldiers with medals, and very often with thousand* of pounds for killing poor, defenceless people. But how many lives have been saved down in the mines through the heroic conduct of miners? Yet they are not recognised by the State for doing so, although they are more impor- tant than the soldiers, because almost every industry depends on the coal trade. In regard to sailors, I may say that they are of great service to the community, and deserve to be rewarded for their bravery. In the year 1892 when the terrible fire occurred at the Great Western Colliery, Pontypridd, a young fireman, named R'jsser, through his great presence of mind, was the means of saving a large number of his fellow-workmen from the jaws of death, but he never received a medal for his gallant conduct. Such heroism ought to be rewarded. There are no more gallant men in the world than miners.—I am, &c., C. „ J- E. DAVIES. 56, Oxford-street, Aberdare. TEMPERANCE AT CEFN. SIR,-In my note that appeared on the above subject in your issue of the Times on January 30th. I expressed a hope that the malady which affected 4 Abstainer" and his little company would not develop to such a state as to end in their destruction. Allow me to state that I was sorry to find in your last issue that my hopes were not realized, Imt tftat the fever heat has run very-high indeed, especially in the case of Mr. M. L. Price, so that I hourly expect to hear that the worst has happened. So considering his case, it is with great reluctance that I condescend to reply to his savoury bombast. It is a pity Mr. Price has been so silly as to allow his name to be attached to such an effusion, and become cat's paw to his so- called friends. Firat of all I wish to correct a little misconception of his in your last issue. He aavs He (Justice) confesses that the Rev. H. Davies made a slight mistake," etc. Justice did no such thing. What I said was Suppose Mr. Davies had made a mistake, but I proved otherwise, that "What Mr. Davies said was quite correct." So it was. Read my note again, Morgan a little practice will improve you. jlt f?OS81. ^r* Editor, that this man under- stands what he says when he accuses, not even the said committee of cliqueism, but Justice," the singular Person, of being a clique. His words are as follows Mr. Justice,' you are a clique." I am sure your readers do not need another proof as to the enlightented state of this manly mind. ^J3ut we could pass by his ignorance, and pardon his blunder, if it all ended there. But not, so, he still accuses the com- mittee of being a clique." His words ara "If not a clique,how did you choose Mr.Davies as chair man?" <fec. Why not Mr. Davies ? Had not the committee a right to choose whom they thought proper ? Or were they to consult this disturber of the peace as to who they should appoint. The committee, sir, were unanimous in the appointment, and why not ? Why, or how were they g"ilty of "cliqueism by doing so? Suppose they had appointed someone else of their number, would they still be cliques ? If so, why ? And if not, I again ask, why not Mr. Davies ? With all due respect to the other members of the committee (and I •?i ti resPec^ QfrcU of them) I believe your readers will all agree with me, that none of them had (to say theleast) a greater claim upon our respect than the Rev. 11. Davies. So well known is his amia- bility as a public man that it needs no praise from me, and I must say that only the meanest of the mean would dare grudge him hiin Hie honour of being appointed chairman of the late Temperance meeting. But I believe that I am right when I say that these growlers are but a few, and that the sole reason of all this hubbub is that they were not consulted in the affair. Out of petty spite they brand the whole committee as a "clique." Now, air, I maintain that this is not only an unwar- rantable charge against the committee, but a great insult to the members of the various churches who appointed them, and I believe it will be but just and right to the churches, as well as the members of the committee, that this man should bo brought to his knees, and made to partake freely of humble pie. Two of the accused are highly-respected deacons in the very chapel^ where he professjs membership. The others are highly-respected members and officials of other churches. Now sir, if the reputation of our churches is to to be profaned publicly in such a manner, and that by an adherent of a certain church, what impression can we expect such to have on the outside world, and what opinion is likely to be formed of the character and mission of the churches ? I sin- cerely hope that, for the dignity of the good cause, as well as for the reputation of all concerned in its wel- fare, that this man will soon be brought to book and given his due, and that is what the Apostle Paul had to do once, in a similar ease, "deliver him unto Satan, that he may learn not to blaspheme." The idea of him boasting of his converts Why is he so anxious to obtain my home, as he is *<o sure of my identity? What has my name to do with his false accusations ? And if "Justice" is not an abstainer, why should M.L.P. and Co. wonder at his presence at the meeting? Why, who should be there? Is it only abstainers? Is the Temperance meetings supposed to be but a Punch and Judy affair to amuse a few soft-brained noodles ? As to my identity, he shoots as wide of the mark as the east is from the west. No, I should not think of degrading myself to such an extent as to disclose my name in combat with such a nobody. I shall satisfy your readers of one thing I was not a member of the said committee, but my source of information is unques- tionable, and I am thus able to deal with the affair with confidence. In closing, I again appeal to the proper quarter (Moriah Church) that this man be brought to book and severely reprimanded.—Yours, JUSTICE. THE LOSS IN COLLIERS' WAGES. SIR,-I have taken a little trouble to ascertain tilt lo3s in colliers' wages in the district from Mertby Vale, including Dowlais, consequent on the falls"1 the Sliding-scale. I have taken tne following baste; In or aliout, August, 1893, the Sliding-soale was per cent, on the standard now it is 11 £ per cen|l that is to say, a collier who earned 20s. in 6e. 6d. addition on the scale total, 26s. 6d. Now 0o 20s. wage he has 2s. 3d.; total, 22s. 3d. Thus e**? collier loses 4s. 3d. on every 20s. earned; 4s. 3d. tiplied by 30,000, the supposed number of colliers'* the alxive area, amounts ,to £ 6,375 per week, will be the loss in wages to the wage-earner, and 1610 to the traders of the district. This, I think, is interesting question, and having had a difference <5 opinion regarding the above basis of calculation* venture to ask some practical collier to take themattet up, and give the public the nearest possible figures' showing the total amount of decrease through the f*?1 in the Sliding-scale since August, 1893. My iWb supposes every man ta be at work, not taking ifO account loss through disputes or strikes, &c.—Yoort INTERESTFD. TEMPERANCE AT TREHARRIS. Sm,-I have no doubt that all will admit that the Temperance organisation in Treharris is very vreaki but is it the fault of the ministers ? It is very easyt* roll the blame on some other persons. Why does noj Abstainer" do as he would have others do, stand out by the hall and preach total abstinence- Or, if he cannot speak in public himself, I believe b could soon find earnest workers whe would spe*^ boldly in the cause of Temperance. It is a sorrowfw fact that drunkenness in our npighbourhood is very great, which alas is daily bringing untold misery tO the homes of the people, and a better organisation 16 badly needed. Still much more could be done by individual effort without waiting for others. -Yours sincerely, A WORKER. WELSH IN THE MERTHYR POST OFFICE SIR,-The other day I had occasion to visit tW Merthyr Post Office, and while I wa» there a mono* glot Welshman came in. He approached one of attendants behind the counter, and told him hIs business in the language of the country he lived it), and the only language he knew. The attendant knew no Welsh, and said there was no one on the premise who could converse in that language. The assistant# of an outside interpreter had to be procured. Now, sir, I would like to ask if this is a state of things that ought to be tolerated. I do not knoo whether all the clerks, &c., at the Merthyr Post Office are monoglot Englishmen. There might he some men there who are Welshmen, or who know little Welsh, but who happened to be out at the time referred to. On that occasion it seems there was DO one inside the building who was familiar with the language, and I for one do not think that is as it ought to be. I am an Englishman, and unfortunately a monoglot Englishman what would I say if I went to a post office in an English town, and was told th»] all the attendants were 1 renchmen or Gerroaup, a could not transact business with me except with th* aid of an intepreter ? I would suggest that the Senior Member for the Merthyr Boroughs, who is an enthusiastic Cymro. should put the question te the Postmaster-General, of have the subject ventilated in some other way.- Yours, FAIltPLAT.

SIR W. T. LEWIS. ORDERED TO BED. Sir WiUiam T. Lewis has been ailing for a week or 80, but he resisted medic-d advice until Monday last,, when he became so highly feverish that he wa" imperatively ordered to bed and rest. Doubtless bis attendance on Thursday last at the funeral of the late eminent counsel, his great friend, Mr. G. P. Bidder, Q.C., may have brought on a return of the Jerusalem fever, or Sir William may have brought home with him the seeds of malarial fever from Algeria. He has cancelled all his engagements for this month.

MERTHYR CHORAL SOCIETY. AN ENTHUSIASTIC MEETING. The Merthyr Choral Society met at the Market Hall last night to the number of 160. In the absence of the chairman, Councillor Thomas Thomas, Mr- Lewis Morgan was voted to the chair. The firol business of the meeting was to appoint two lady mem- bers to present Mr. Dan Davies, the conductor, with the gold watch and purse of gold at the presentation meeting next Monday night. It was resolved unani' mously that Miss Eliza Jones and Mrs. W. Price? two old and faithful members, should make the pre- sentations.—Mr. Dan Davies then addressed the meeting, and dwelt upon the necessity of deciding the future of the choir. Mr. Davies said that he hoped, notwithstanding effeorts to the contrary, that the ehoir should again re-form for the purpose both of informing oratories and for competition if required. He had been continually asked by friends outside what they intended doing. He could give no answer but that he was entirely in their hands (applause and cheers). Several members then got up, and expressed their desire that the choir should at once commence rehearsing for the competition at Mountain Ash next Easter Monday. All the members then rose up ef niasse, and finally resolved to stand by their old and invincible leader.-The Conductor said that if they would faithfully adhere to their promise he would lead them again against all comers with every confi- dence of success (cheers).—The Chairman spoke nltiO s in favour of the choir competing at Llandudno —(cheers)—but nothing was decided.—Mr. Sandford Jones, in addressing the choir, retnuiked that he -b*d been successful in collecting over jei20 towards the testimonial—(applause)—and said that he felt proud of the decision come to, and that he would in the future as in the past work assiduously in further- ing the interests of the society (,,heer- He further stated that it was an easy matter to elect new officers, but it would be a stupendous task to appoint a new conductor, for in his opinion there was but one iti Merthyr (loud and prolonged cheers).—Subsequently every member was handed an invitation card to attend the soiree and presentation. -The society will commence rehearsing for Mountain Ash on SundaY next, at 5 p.m., at the Market Hall.—The meeting then terminated with a first-class rendering of 44 Put off, 0 Jerusalem, the Garments of Thy Mourning."

THE TYLORSTOWN EXPLOSION. At a. meeting of the Mountain Ash Branch of the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants held last Sunday, a vote of condolence was passed with the bereaved families who have lost their relatives and friends in the late lamentable Tylorstown disaster. The members shewed their practical sympathy by subscribing one pound towards the South Wales Daily News relief fund. Under the auspices of the High-street Social Union, a largely attended meeting was held on Thursday last, at High-street Baptist Chapel, Merthyr, to sympathise and help in a practical manner those who have been so suddenly bereaved by the recent colliery disaster at Tylorstown. The subject for the evening in the ordinary course would have been 44 Woman's "Rights," and, as will be seen in the subjoined programme, papers and recitations were given bearing upon the subject. As soon as the worthy object of the meeting became known, nt> trouble was realised in obtaining assistance, and consequently an excellent programme of vocal and instrumental music was arranged. Among the artistes we might particularly mention Miss Evans and Mr. Davies, who sang 44 Calvary and "Anchored" respectively. Both are pupils of Mr. Harry Evans, A.R.C.O., leader of the Dowlais Choral Society, and their singing reflected the greatest credit upon him. The president of the union, the Rev. Alfred Hall, presided, and the accompaniments, with one exception, were artistically played by Mr. J. W. Price, Upper Thomas-street. In opening the meeting, the Chairman touched upon the sad cala- mity at Tylorstown. The first item on the programme was a pianoforte duet, 44 Hall Chorus," by Miss Katie Williams and Mr. W. Price. The item was much enjoyed. Miss Jones followed with "HolyCitv," which was sung with much feeling and pathos, Miss B. Williams' recitation, entitled Woman's Rights." caused great fun, and that young lady acquitted her- self very creditably. Mr. Davies, Dowlais, followed with Anchored." He is the possessor of a splendid voice, and received loud applause. Mrs. JEmnia Williams, who is a member of the Board of Guardians, then delivered a neat speech, after which Miss Evans (Dowlais) sang Calvary with nice effect. Mr. E. Daniel, our local flautist, had arranged to give a flute solo, but much disappointment was expressed when it was announced that the item could not be given on account of the piano not being up to concert pitch. The same may also be said with regard to the clarionet solo announced to be given by Mr. T. Crook, prize-winner lat the National Eisteddfod. Mrf. HfUl, the respected wife of the chairman, gave an address, after which Miss J. Jones sang 44 Th., Batter Land" creditably. Mr. W. Price's piano- forte solo, Relief of Lncknow," was loudly applauded. It was played with good effect, and ail present who had read of the march of the Highlanders into Lucknow, must have bad the incident brought forcibly to mind. Mr. G. Daniel, Penydarren. followed with Bid Me to Love," in good style, and Miss N. Evans (Iscoed) sang" Ora Pro Nobis" very sweetly. Miss Evans received warm encomiums, but was prevented from responding to the praises owing to thelength of the program me. Mr. J. T. Owen then sang 44 Jerusalem with good effect, and Mr. D. Taylor roused the enthusiasm of the audience by giving a recitation in Welsh, entitled The Explosion." He was loudly applauded. It was announced upon the programme that Miss Blundon, of the Dowlais Central Schools, would make an appeal on behalf of the bereaved families at Tylorstown. Unfortunately that lady was prevented from attend- ing, but she very generously sent a subscription of ono sovereign towards the amount raised that evening. The appeal was made by Mrs. Hall in a few touching sentences. Mrs. Hall spoke of the sights she saw in the vicinity of Tylorstown when she visited the scene of the disaster, and brought many a tear to the eyes of those present. A collection was then made, and it was afterwards aunounced that it amounted to several rounds. In conclusion, Mr J. T. Owens the organist, played The Dead March" in Saul, the audience standing. A short prayer by the chairman terminated the meeting. Refreshments were afterwards partaken of by the artistes who had so kindly responded to the call of charity, the tables being presided over by Miss Faith Price, Miss Emily Williams, Miss Williams (Globe), and several ether ladies of the congregation. A curate once was entrusted by his vicar, who was rather deaf, with the delivery of two notices which were to be given out in a certain order. Unfortunately the curate forgot what he had been told, and reversed the notices, which related to baptism and new hymn- books. The curate began on the hymn-books, stating that in future a new form of hymn-book would be used in the service of the church. He then passed on to baptism, and said that the clergy had noticed with sorrow that more parents did not bring their children to be baptised. All parents should bring their babies to church to be baptised at the earliest opportunitv. "And for the benefit of those who have none re- marked the vicar, who thought the notice just given out referred to the hymn-books, I may mention that they may be purchased in the vestry after service- stiff backs, Is. 6d.; limp backs, Is."

THE PLYMOUTH CRISIS. NO SETTLEMENT. Up to the time of going to press last night no understanding had been come to between Mr. Bailey and the men's representatives. During the evening the town crier paraded the streets announcing that a mass meeting would be held at the Theatre this morning at ten o'clock, but as far as we could gather last night it is not very probable that any report of a settlement will be presented to the meeting. On Saturday Mr. Bailey, Mr. Wilson and Mr. Green, representing the employeis, and Mr. David Morgan, Mr. Morgan Thomas, Mr. W. Roberts, Mr. A. Robbins, Mr. J. Davies, Mr. J. B. Jones, and Mr. John Evans, representing the men, met at the Engineers' Institute, Cardiff, with a view to endeavouring to arrange a settlement of the dispute. Our reporter saw the men's representatives on their return, but heyond the fact that the consultation was a very lengthy one, and that no definite arrangement was come to, no information could be obtained. Mr. David Morgan afterwards attended the meeting at Bentley's Hall, Merthyr, where the Eight Hours Bill was being discussed, and he informed our repre- sentative that he could not give any information about the meeting. Mr. D. A. Thomas, M.P., also attended the meeting, and in the course of his speech, said that Mr. David Morgan (who had not then arrived at the meeting) was away in Cardiffendeavouring to arrange a settlement of the unfortunate dispute. He might be allowed to say that he hoped the dispute would be settled (hear, hear). Both sides seemed to have come so very close together that it seemed almost—he would not say a crime—but a very great pity indeed that there could not be some honourable way found to settle the matter (hear, hear). It was a very serious matter indeed for over 2,000 men to be out of work for several weeks. He would like to say that as far as he (the hon member) was concerned he would only be too glad to give any kind of assi-tance he could in trying to settle the dispute that might arise in the Merthyr or Aberdare Valleys (applause). His services would always be at the disposal as arbitrator of either the masters or the workmen (loud cheering). The hon. member then proceeded to deal with the eight hours question, which will be found in another column. On Mon lay a meeting of masters and men was held at Newport. On Monday morning a mass meeting was held at the Temperance Hall, Merthyr, at which, we pre- sume, a report of the intervit, w wa< given by the reputation. lho reporters were, by almost a unani- mous vote, asked to retire. Another crowded mass meeting was held at the Temperance Hall on Tuesday morning, Mr. A. Rob- bins in the chair.—Alderman David Morgan, miners' agent, reported what had passed at the interview with Mr. Jones, Varteg, at Newport on Monday. He told Mr. Jones he had plenary powers, and if he was willing to make a figure that would give to them a standard that was not to be touched hereafter he would submit to the 9ft. to be cut for Is. 4 £ d., and leave the allowances to be arranged between the man in the stall and the working men themselves. Mr. Jones oaid he could not accept it. He could not move the standard from I". 2 £ d. The speaker turned round and said he could not move either—(applause)— but Mr. Jones, after consulting with Mr. Bailey, said he was willing to make it Is. 3id., but it must' be a penny of allowance, and they would take care that that penny should not be touched. The speaker said no (applause and laughter). He descried other negotiations as to the 6ft.. etc., and Mr. Jones put it to him, for the sake of keeping the collieries going, for the sake of the workmen, and for the sake of everybody, that thero should lw, a .ett.] (.,lien t arrived at. to which he (Mr. Morgan) replied that there was another Christian spirit to be expressed in this olaoe -not only that he had to look after the interests of the public in general, but he had to look after the workmen, when they did work, that they should get something for it in order to feed the stomach (applause). He proposed Judge Owen as an arbitrator, but that was rejected, as also was a pro- posal to refer the matter to the Scale Committee. They were now left to do something. What was to be done? In his opinion they had done everything they could that was legitimate to meet the other side and settle the matter. Now there was nothing left but to go into the fight to the bitter end unless some satisfactory proposal came from the other side. He was glad the Merthyr Council, at their meeting yesterday, came to the conclusion to do their utmost for the unemployed at any rate, and if Mr. Bailey could pull the wires in one direction, thank God they had some wires also (applause). Mr. Morgan, at the close of a vigorous speech, was cheered enthusiastically over and over again. Mr. John Evans, secretary, then moved, That, after hearing the agent s report in reference to the negotiations with Mr. Jones, this meeting expresses its greatest confidence in him, believing that he has used every legitimate means to bring about an agree- ment between our employers and us as workmen." Mr. J. B. Jones seconded the motion, recognising, as he did, the noble work done from the commence- ment of the dispute by their agent. The motion was carried with acclamation. A messenger at this stage brought in a railway despatch which had just been received. -Alderman David Morgan, after I epaing it, said he had another re- port to give. He explained that Mr. Morgan, solicitor, Pontypridd, had forwarded Mr. Asquitil's, Q.C., opinion on a claim for compensation under the Sliding-scale ugreement. Mr. Morgan, solicitor, said the opinion of the late Home Secretary was favour- able—(applause)—and the miners' agent should go to Pontypridd at once and give in the names of the men in regard to whom the test was proposed to be taken. -Arrangement. were made subsequently for carrying on the case for compensation to workmen at Ply- mouth for alleged breach of the Sliding-scale agree- ment. In the meantime workmen who could get public relief work were advised to do so. MEETINGS OF THE DISTRICT COUNCIL. On Monday evening the Merthyr Council sat as a committee-Mr. D. W. Jones in the chair-to con- sider the question of finding work for the workmen now out of employment at Plymouth.—Mr. Dan Thomas moved, and Mr. John Evans seconded That this Council, having regard to the great distress exist. ing in the district in consequence of over 2,000 being out of employment, deems it incumbent to do what it can to alleviate this exceptional distress, and so that those who are temporarily deprived of employment may not be placed under the stigma of pauperism, this Council is desirous of initiating, assisting, and carrying out works of public lienefit in accordance with the circular, re unemployed, issued by the Local Government Board on the 11th of February, 1895. With this view, the Council respectfully asks the Local Government Board's sanction that the expense øo incurred may be defrayed out of borrowed moneys, and for their co-operation in obtaining a loan for this purpose from the Public Works Loan Commissioners or some other body at a low rate of interest. Further that the Council be authorised to grant temporary loans to estate owners to enable them to construct roads and other works by which such estates may be developed, ground upon which to erect workmen's cottages being much in demand in the district.- Alderman D. Davies moved, and Mr. J. Lewis, Penydarren, seconded, as an amendment: That thii meeting, having heard that no settlement has been made at Plymouth, empowers the surveyor to engage as many men as he will be able to put on to do such work as he shall consider necessary, and that their remuneration should be decided by the Finance Committee after having received the report of the surveyor.—Mr. Wills dissented from this amendment, and Mr. D. W. Jones opposed what was proposed, and in reply to Mr. J. Harpur, the Clerk (Mr. G. C. James) said that the difficulty was this If they were going to put these men or any of these men upon temporary work such as cleansing or the better cleansing of the district, they would, of course, pay that out of moneys week by week or day by day, and that would be met by moneys out of the current rate. If they did that. were they as a sanitary authority acting strictly within the trusteeship that was vested in them ? At any rate, he thought it was advisable to go to the Local Government Board with a statement of the circumstances and for the necessary sanction of the exceptional expense.—In the ensuing discussion, Messrs. David James, J. Llewelyn Atkins, and Thomas Thomas expressed their views, and Mr. Dan Thomas' motion was put by itself and carried.-As to the amendment moved by Alder- man Davies, the Chairman suggested that it should read as follows :—" That a committee be appointed to meet the surveyor to formulate a scheme to be brought before the Council for dealing with the unemployed m this district.' —This was accepted and agreed to.— The committee was appointed to consist of the whole Council and to meet on Tuesday. 1" m. J il. i? • un Jiuesaay evening the adjourned meeting was held, under tho presidency of Mr. T. H. Bailey. Upon the arrival of Mr. D. W. Jones, the vice- chairman. Mr. Bailey vacated the chair, and Mr. Jones presided during the remainder of the business. The object of the proceedings was to confer with Mr. Harvey as to a scheme for finding work for the unemployed.—Upon the proposition of Mr. D. W. Jones, seconded by Mr. Joseph Owen, it was agreed that the surveyor report upon all roads in the dis- trict which are required to be repaired, or upon which we can put some men to usefully do some work an estimate of the number of men who can be put on the roads to work at once, and also an estimate for the cost of tools required for these men.—Upon the motion of Mr. Dan Thomas, seconded by Alderman D. Davies, it was agreed that application be made to the Dowlais and Cyfarthfa Companies for permission to have stone for the work.—Mr. John Lewis moved, Mr. J.Evans seconded, and it was agreed, that two of the members should wait upon Mr. Thomas Williams with a view to making preliminary arrange- ments whereby the Council might be in a position to repair the Gwaunfarren-road.-Mr. Thomas Thomas moved that application be made to the Local Govern- ment Board for permission to undertake relief works. -This was seconded by Alderman D. Davies and agreed to. At a special meeting of the Council held last night, the Clork (Mr. G. C. James), in reply to Mr. John Evans, said the letter would be forwarded to the Local Government Board that evening.

FOOTBALL NOTES AND NEWS. By SPECTATOR. Thursday last the Merthyr Thursday Team met the Christ College, Brecon, on Penydarren Park. It will be remembered that the match at Brecon ended in a win for the home side by 4 goals, 3 tries, to 1 goal, 1 try. Therefore the Thursday Team were anxious to wipe out the largest defeat they have received this year. The gate was a record one for the Thursday's this season. More interest was enlisted in the match when it became generally known that W. Llewelyn Thomas, one of last year's internatioual three-quarters for Wales, would figure in the team of the College, and the spectators watched his play with keen interest. The game was one of the best it has been my lot to witness this season, there not being an idle moment from beginning to end. It was a game characteristic of the English style, and the pace, which was set by the College boys, was a regular cracker. At first it was thought that the home team would not be able to stay to the end, but to their credit they stood man- fully. Before coming to the teams, I should like to give a word of praise to Mr. Gomer Thomas for the able manner in which he refereed. It is true that he allowed the teams a little indulgence at times, but it prevented the game from becoming a monotony of scrums. His impartiality gave great satisfaction. In dealing with the players, it may be mentioned that Merthyr were much the heavier, which enabled them to hold a good advantage. At full back, Bert Evans was superior to Dawson, but the latter played a good game, and will no doubt develop into a good 'un. Evans was faultless. The three-quarters on both sides did well, but the game not being the Welsh style, very little passing was done, and what there was of it was not of a very good standard. 1). J. Thomas was about the best on the Merthyr side. He was a very difficult player to stop when near the line, and the way in which he scored his two tries was worthy of the applause he received. The other three did not shine to any advantage. For the College, W. M. Llewelyn was by far the best, and the way in which he dropped the goal for his side delighted the spectators. W. H. Griffith did well. At half-back great interest was centred in the play, and had Merthyr had two that knew each other's £ lay, they would have done lietter. Individually W. .1. Thomas was perhaps the pick. He did some smart things occasionally, but, in my opinion, is in his wrong position when at half. J. 13. Evans (Mer- thyr) came next. There is soiuethinsr wrong here, but I do not know whom to blame. J. B." either runs his man too close before passing', or his centre man gets out of position, the outcome being that he passes over his centre's head to the other centre, which fails to come off. This should be rectified at once. A. \V llliams (Merthyr) played a smart game, and his try was a beauty. W. B. Thomas (College) was not conspicuous. Forward, Merthyr held a big advantage over their lighter opponents, and time after time gave the ball to their halves. Some of the players did not get into their stride till the second half, the game being new to them. As soon as a. man was colltred he had to play the ball, and this handicapped some of the younger players. I like tc see a player following up and doing his work in the loose with determination, but when men shirk the scrum tD do this, then they are at a discount, and I refrain from lavishing any praise on them. Will a couple kindly take the hint ? Among the Merthyr forwards the most consistent and prominent were Crad Evans, Howell Thomas, and D. C. Harris, while for Christ College A. F. Harding, Williams, and Buer I fancied most. A. F. Harding was undoubtedly the best forward on the field, and the way he worked to save his side from disaster deserves special mention. I have been asked to remind all footballers that the game with the Old Crocks takes place next Thurs- day. I may mention that pome of the Old 'Una who have promised to turn out were at one time very prominent in the football world. Given a fine after- noon I think everything will pass off alright. The Merthyr 2nds met Bryumawr 2nds on Saturday last at Penydarren Park in wretched weather. The ground was in a fearful condition, and consequently a good exposition of the game was out of the question. Both teams were very evenly matched, and had the ground been dry, no doubt a very interesting game would have been witnessed. For Merthyr, D. Thoma3 as back played splendidly. Although he has been absent from the field for some time. he proved himself to be as safe as ever, kicking and tackling in fine style. The halves and three-quarters were very evenly matched, but owing to the field being in such a state, and the ball consequently greasy, they were unable to shine to any particular advantage. Both packs of forward-! played a most determined game throughout, there being very little to choose between them, and there was not a single shirker to be noticed in either pack. The match ended in a draw in favour of Merthyr by 2 minors to 1 minor. The Aberdare Crusaders fairly sat upon the Aber- dare Butchers on Thursday. They played a very smart game throughout. It is satisfactory to note that the proceeds were given in aid of the Tylorstown colliery sufferers. LLWYNYPIA v. MERTHYR.-Played at Llwynypia on im were without the services of W. H. Mills, G. Mills, and I<-aac Edmunds. Mr. Crawley, Cardiff, was the referee. Merthyr started, but were called back to the centre, where Hellings put in a big kick to the Merthyr line, and the ball coming out to C. Williams he ran across in the first five minutes. Immediately afterwards C. Williams again fielded at the centre and ran clean through, planting the ball behind the post. T. Williams again did the needful. A lot of scrambling play followed. Powell passed, and C. Williams, taking the ball, secured his first try, which was converted by T. Williams. Mer- thyr was kept on the line, T. and C. Williams just being collared in time. Another bout of passing started by Hellings saw J. Edwards getting over at the comer, but the kick proved too difficult. Two minors followed in succession for the home team. Half-time score Llwynypia, 3 goals, 1 try, 3 minors Merthyr, nil. Llwynypia resumed and immediately pressed, but the field and ball were in a beastly condi- tion, the players being hardly able to move. T. Williams, however, got the ball from a dribble and ran over unopposed, but the same player failed to put the ball over. The home backs now could not hold the ball, and the game simply became a scramble. Both aides at last agreed to abandon the game. Final score: Llwynypia, 3 goals, 2 tries, 5 minors; Merthyr, nil. MERTHTR (THURSDAY) V. CHRIST COLLEGE, HRECON.-These teams met on Thursday in last week at Penydarren Park, when there was a gnod atten- dance. At four o'clock the teams fielded as follows —Merthyr: Back, Bert Evans three-quarters, D. J. Thomas, R. Thomas, W. Kivilin, G. T. Campbell; halves, J. B. Evans, A. Williams; forwards, H. B. Thomas (captain), A. S Thomas, D. C. Harris, W. E. Thomas, W. B. Harris, Percy Ward, Crad Evans, Ike Williams. Christ College Back, H. F. Dawson; three-quarters, — Lattimer, W. M. Llewellyn (captain), D. F. H. Williams, W. H. Griffiths; halves, W. L'. Thomas and W. B. Thomas forwards, A. 1. Harding, A. J. Harding, J. Buer, M. H. Williams, W. L. David, J. H. Scott, H. H. Hopkins, and Partridge. Referee, Mr. Gomer Thomas. Linesmen, Messrs. H. M. Hughes and E. Biddle. Merthyr won the toss and Harding kicked off, G. T. Campbell returning. From a line out Harding received, and the ball was rushed over, Merthyr touching down. Campbell dropped out, and play settled in the centre. 'V. Kivilin got off, but was collared by W. LI. Thomas, the ball lieing rushed over, Dawson touching down. After the kick out the ball was mulled by one of the home backs, and W. LI. Thomas got away, but his pass was missed, and the ball being kept loose W. M. Llewellyn received and dropped a beautiful goal. Play now settled in the Brecon half, and G. T. Campbell made a mark, which was placed for Bert Evans, but the ball was charged down, the play being up and down the field at a good pace; neither side having much advantage. Brecon were awarded a free, and Llewellyn Thomas kicked to touch. Passing now took place, but little ground was gained. J. B. Evans got away and passed to R. Thomas, but W. Llewellyn pushed him into touch. Play was now in the Brecon half, and the ball getting loose it was rushed over, and W. B. Harris scored, Evans failing. Half-time was now called with the score reading Christ College, 1 goal (dropped); Merthyr, 1 try. In the second half the weight began to tell on the college boys, although they stuck pluckily. Just after the kick off Merthyr went away with a rush, and within a couple of minutes D. J. Thomas was over the line, Evans converting. Harding kicked out. and the ball was taken into the Merthyr half, but Merthyr soon worked back. R. Thomas got off, but was collared before getting dangerous. D. Harris, with a splendid dribble, looked like scoring, but Dawson saved grandly. A scrum lieing formed near the Brecon goal-line, Arthur Williams received and feinting to pass Slipped over, Evans again doing the neeaful. After an interchange of kicks Dawson found touch. Llewellyn Thomas, from a scrum, picked up and putting in a good kick collared Evans before he could return near the Merthyr line. The home forwards worked away, and Crad Evans kicking over, the ball was touched down. Another minor followed. Play was a little more even after, and W. M. Llewellyn had hard lines in not scoring, Merthyr having to con- cede a minor. After the kick off Merthyr pressed, and D. J. Thomas again picking up, and dogging neatly, ran in under the posts, it being no trouble to Evans to put the ball over. The game thus ended, after a scientific display, in a win for Merthyr by 3 goals, 1 try, 5 minors, to 1 goal (dropped). DOWLAIS HARLEQUINS V. WHITE STARS 2NDS.— Played at Dowlais, on Saturday, and resulted in a win for the Harlequins by 1 dropped goal, 2 minors, to 1 try. Tha Harlequins had hard lines in not scoring on several occasions. TREHARRIS HARLEQUINS V. MOUNTAIN ASH CHURCH LADS.—Played on the ground of the former on Satur- day last, the score being as followsTreharris, 1 try and 7 minors, to Church Lads, 1 try and 2 minors. ABERDARE CRUSADERS V. ABERDARE BUTCHERS.—A match was played at Caesmith on Thursday between the Aberdare Crusaders and the Aberdare Butchers. The proceeds were devoted to the fund for the relief of the Tylorstown sufferers, and it is satisfactory that there was a good attendance. The weather was fine, and a good game was witnessed. The Crusaders showed superior combination and won by four goals two tries to one trv. ASSOCIATION. Bravo Aberdare You added another victory to your already long list on Saturday when you beat Pontardawe. Unfortunately, the weather was very wet, which militated against good play, and also interfered with the attendance of spectators. Aberdare had several absentees, but, nevertheless, they played a plucky game, and ran out victors by a goal to nil. Johnny Thomas scored the lucky shot, sending in a beauty which gave the Pontardawe cus- todian no chance. Tradesman writes I want to know whether Lover of good Association "is alive or not, or has he retired from the football world ? He is the man who could produce a team of tive-foot-fourers to play the Rangers for a hall or for medals, but when the Rangers accepted his challenge he cooled down, and would have nothing to do with it. But for all that he ought to be very glad, for I am sure the Rangers would soon be making good use of his medals. Now I, as a supporter, of the socy game, want to know why you are playing Morris' benefit against the College when you are fixtuted to play the Rangers ? Don't you think them good enough for you ? Or is it because you can walk over the College. I should like to know why Morris deserves a benefit at all. Is it because they are afraid he'll run away from them ? Why not give the proceeds towards the Tylorstown disaster ?" ABERDARE v. PONTARDAWE.—Played at the Ynys Meadow, Aberdare, on Saturday, in wet weather. The ground was in a sodden condition, rendering the ball in a very greasy state. There was but a sparse attendance of spectators. Aberdare were minus Morris, Deacon, and Griffiths, three of their best players. During the first half Aberdare attacked hotly, and Johnny Thomas scored a goal. Although Aberdtu-o continued to do most of the- athnking throughout the remainder of the ^ame, they f uL- to add to their score. Final result: Aberh' -.iegoal; Pontardawe, nil. TREHARRIS WHITE STARS V. PEN(;.A -.i. -Played on the ground of the former before a fsir number of spectators ended in a win for Pengam by 2 goals to nil.