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ENGLISH CHOIR WINS BY TWO POINTS. ABERGAVENNY EISTEDDFOD. The mayor (Councillor J. C. Gwatkin, J.P.), was president, and there was a. capital list of gentlemen who accorded their patronage. The secretary was Mr. R. H. Jackson, Several thousands were present in the Market-halhwhen the mayor gave his presi- dential address. He drew attention to the fact that the aggregate entry was unparalleled in the history of provincial eisteddfodau. Even the National record had been eclipsed. He asserted that the National Eisteddfod was very much on the decline, and contended that gatherings of the size held at Abergavenny did much to consolidate the uniorn of hearts which should always exist between England and Wales. During the day the Marquess of Aber- ga.venny and party, together with the Mayor, listened to the singing from the council- chamber, which overlooks the Market-hall. The conductors were:—The Rev. W. Sylvanua Jones and Mr. T. Allen; adjudi- cators, Mr. H. Coward, Mus. Doc., Sheffield, Mr. D. Jenkins, Mus.Bac., Aberystwyth. Mr. Hadley Watkins, Brecon, and Mr. W. Dan Richards. London; and accompanists, Miss Dear, Mr. J. R. Rosser, and Mr. C. C. Caird. The events resulted as follow:- Male voice (60 to 90 voices): On the ram- parts." Dr. Coward announced the result es follows: — 1. Blaina. (Mr. J. D. Owen), 55 marks. 2. Barry Dock (Mr. D. J. Thomas), 54. 3. Bargoed (Mr. G. A. Bichards), 53. 4. Ooleford and District (Mr. J. H. Evans), 52. 5. Victoria, Birmingham (Mr. J. Northwood), 51. 6. Whitchurch (Mr. T. Samuel), 51. 7. Beaufort (Mr. J. Price), 50. 8. Pengwern (Mr. C. Genna), 49. 9. Garw (Mr. J. Butler), 46. 10. Blaena,von (Mr. W. Barry), 45. Contralto solo: 1st, Miss Elsie Hay jonee, Newport; 2nd, Miss Tilley, Swansea. Pianoforte solo (under fourteen): 1st, Miss Lily Morgan, Swansea, 2nd, Miss Wordsley, Newport, a. diminutive girl, -who could not stretch an octave. Pianoforte solo (open): Miss Muriel Ha.mil- ton Fox, Birmingham. Vic "in solo: Mr. W. J. Williams, Pontypoo\. Bass solo: Mr. Harry Clist, Cwm, Ebbw Vale. Second choral ("Worthy is the Lamb"): Ta.lke and District Prize Choir, Staffordshire (Mr. J. Whewall, conductor), was first for the £ 20 prize with 60 marks, while Aber- tillery (Mr. Amos Harding) was second with 54 marks. Dr. Coward and Mr. D. Jenkins were the adjudicators. Congregational choral competition (" Con- sider the Lilies"): Salem Muisc Lovers, Ton- yrefail, were first with 54 marks, Mr. J. H. Richards being the conductor; Baokland WesLeyan Temperance, Portsmouth (Mr. J. 8. Walker), came second with 52 marks; and United Congregational Church, Southsea (Mr. S. Martin), fared badly with 48 marks. The same adjudicators officiated. Soprano solo, "When Thou tookest upon Thee": 1st, Miss S. J. Evans, Tredegar; 2nd, Mrs. Gilbert Davidson, Pontypool. Male voice competition (" Comrades in Arms"): Poor choirs underwent the final test, and the award was as follows:—1st ( £ 15 and guinea to conductor), Beaufort (Mr. Joseph Price), 55 marks; Coleford and Dis- trict (Mr. J. H. Evans) and Barry Dock (Mr. D. J. Thomas) tied for second place,-with 50 points each; while Victoria, Birmingham (Mr. J. Northwood), came next with 48 marks. Band contest ("Souvenir de Meyerbeer"), for silver challenge cup and E17 10s. in cash: Mr. John Gladney, Manchester, awarded Ferndale (Mr. Sam Radcliffe, conductor) the first prize out of six competitors, and Ferndale having won the trophy twice previously, they now become entitled to its absolute possession. Aberaman (conductor Mr. T. Valentine) secured second prize, also a silver challenge cup and L7 10s.; but the winners of this trophy at the last octotest (Tonyrefail) did not appear. The third prize of £5 went to Powell's Tillery Colliery- Band (Mr. F. Anty, conductor). The contest, which .took place in the Castle grounds, was a. magnificent one, and an enormous gathering listened attentively, over JE150 being taken up to that time at the gates. CHIEF CHORAL COMPETITION. Chief Choral Competition (140 to 200 voices). -First prize, JE70. and X5 to the conductor. Test piece, Lord, Thou alone art God." Mr. David. Jenkins rose 'to deliver the adjudication before a large and excited audience. He said that he and Dr. Coward were unanimous in their award. The choirs sang in the following order:— Portsmouth Excelsior Temperance Society (Mr. C. Wee- don); 2, Newport Choral Society (Mr. Arthur E. Sims); 3, Shrewsbury (Mr. W. D. Phillips); 4, Troedyrhiw (Mr. J. Cra.wnon Jones); 5, North Staffordshire District (Mr. J. Whe- wall); and 6, Merthyr and Dowlaia Philhar- monic Society (Mr. W. J. Watkins, F.R.C.O.). Mr. David Jenkins spoke a few words in Welsh, and Dr. Coward advised the singers to stng with their ears. He and Mr. Jenkins had disagreed in one or two instances for second or third prize, but it was remarkable that their thoughts ran so much together, for they agreed in every instance on the first prize. He characterised the performance of Newport as first-rate, but coming to the Staffordshire Choir, he declared that with, Staffordshire Choir, he declared that with this choir he had heard the tenor outburst for the first time, a thing he always looked out for. The marks were awarded as fol- Marks. North Staffordshire 58 Newport 56 Merthyr and Dowlaia ————.— 64 Shrewsbury .—— 54 Troedyrhiw .———. 51 Portsmouth ..—————. 47 Juvenile choral, "Sleep, gentle lady," brought three choirs for the final test, who sang in this order :-1. Troedyrhiw (Miss Kate Jones); 2, Nantyglo (Mr. Alban Evans); and 3, Aberc^naid Juvenile (Mr. S. C. Wil- liams). Troedyrhiw gained 60 marks and the otner two 51 each. A second prize was divided. Ladies' cihoral, Jeaa, Lover of my soul. Abertawe (Mrs. B. Thomas), Walsall (Mr. Ernest Carter), amd Cardiff (Miss Morfydd Williams) were the finalists. A starring con- test ended in Cardiff gaining 56 marks, Wal. sail coming next with 64, and Abertaw*. third with 52. Tenor solo, How vain is man."—1st, W. 11. Griffiths, Gilfach Gooh; 2nd, W. H. Prothjeroe, Llaneily. In concluding his work Dr. Coward oon. gratulated all on the great advance in management.

MOUNTAIN ASH. CHIEF CHORAL COMPETITION- B100 PRIZE. The twelfth annual eisteddfod in connection with the Mountain Ash Cottage Hospital was held on Monday at the local pavilion. The weather was glorious, and, as on former occasions of a like nature, visitors began to stream into the town at an early hour. The attendance was no less satisfactory than that of previous gatherings, and the audience was composed of a. large number of visitors from various parts of South Wales. Mr. D. T. Evans has acted as secretary for the eisteddfod since its commencement, and the flourishing position of affairs is the be6t proof of the success of his efforts. Other persons who should be mentioned all enthu- siastic supporters and workers in connection with, the eisteddfod are Mr. W. S. Davies, Mr. Gwilym A. Evans, Major Morgan Morgan, Captain F. N. Gray, Councillor T. Morris, .Mr Gwilym Jones, Councillor John Powell, Mr. D. Francis (Penrhiwceiber), Mr. T. Biohards, Mr. W. Hioks, Mr. W. James, Mr. G. Leighton. Mr. Edward Jones, Mr. D. Harris, Dr. B. W. Jones, Mr. Isaao George (high- constable), Mr. H. E. Gray, Mr. Cornelius Lewis (Cynfig), Ac. The adjudicators were:-Mnsio: Sir Walter Parratt, Mr. H. F. Ellingford (Carmarthen), Mr. J. Bowen (Cilfynydd), and Mr. E. Jones, Literature and recitations: The Revs. R. Gwyifa Roberts and D. Jones, M.A.. and Mr. Isaac Benjamin. Mining: Councillor W. S. Davies, Councillor J. Powell, and Mr. W. James. Accompanists: Professor R. Howells (Aberdare), Mr. J. H. M. Harris, and Mr. E. Jenkins, L.R.C.M. The conductors were Mr. D. Francis (Penrhiwceiber) and Mr. W. Hicks (Mountain Asfc). Mr. D. Fra-noie acted as president of the morning meeting. Results :— Boys' solo: Master Lewis Hart, Swansea-, a speoial prize being given to Master Thomas John Evans, Ferndale. Girls' solo: Miss Nancy Beale, Swansea- There were four boys' choirs, namely, Bethania, Duffryn, Miskin, and Penrhiwceiber. In giving his adjudication, Sir Walter Parratt said that all but one of the choirs sang in a transposed key. He would advise conduc- tors of juvenile choirs not to sing themselves when using the baton. The first prize was awarded to Miskin (conductress, Miss Morris), and the second to Penrhiwceiber (Mr. Wigley). Action song: There were two choirs, and the prize was awarded to Tabernacle, Swan- sea, conducted by Miss Jessie Allen. It was decided to give a special prize in the boys' solo competition to the youngsters who had been unable to arrive in time. The winner was Master J. Partridge, Abergavenny. There were seven choirs in the juvenile competition, the piece being Come away, elves." After a keen contest, the first and second prizes went to Morriston (conductor, Mr. John Llewellyn) and Troedyrhiw (Miss Kate (Jones) Mtepeoti vely. Pianoforte solo, "Caprice la MarnTka": Mr. Ivor Bowen, Swansea, Pianoforte solo (second contest),Running Stream": Mis3 Meirion Jone». Swansea. Contralto solo, "Away on tiM Ju" Viss t S G. Jones, Ynyshi* Violin solo, Theme et Variation Miss Letitia Thomas, Aberaman. Soprano solo, Song of Sunshine": Miss Marjory Morgan, Cardiff. Tenor solo, "Giver of Life": Mr. Watkin Phillips, Aberaman. Chief choral competition, Lord, Thou alone art God"; prize £100. Four choirs entered, namely, Merthyr and Dowlais Philharmonic Society, Mid-Rhondda Choral Society, Resol- ven, and Cwmavon United. The prize was awarded to Cwmavon United. In giving his adjudication Sir Walter Par- ratt complained of the conduct of the people at the back of the pavilion, whose conduct. ho feared, had rendered it impossible for him to test to the fullest extent the proper I value of many of the solos. With regard to the competition, it was unfortunate that the oonductors should have chosen an accom- paniment especially as the music did not need it, while the voices of the Welsh people were right enough without the use of a piano. Mining competition: 1st, L. Owen. Troedy- lhiw; 2nd, John Roberts, Abertridwr; 3rd, D. J. Davies, Penrhiwceiber. Ambulance competition: 1st, Mardy; 2nd, Bedlinog; 3rd, Deep Duffryn Colliery Officials; 4th, Llansamlet; 5th, Llwynypia. Elegy on the late Rev. B. Thomas, Pen- rhiwceiber; D. J. Davies, Ton Pentre. Lines to a collier: D. J. Davies. Essay: Miss Margaret Powell, Tredegar.. Bass solo: Mr. William Gwynne, Trecynom. Male voice competition ("On the Ramparts"): There were three choirs—Clydach Vale, Cwim- baoh, and Bargoed. The first prize (£20) was awarded to the Bargoed Choir (conductor Mr. H. Haydn Richards), and the second prize to Clydach Vale (conductor Mr. David Pugh). Band contests—First class ("Hohenlinden"): 1st, Mountain Ash Volunteer Band; 2nd, Aber- aman Silver Band; 3rd. Aberdare Town Band; 4th, Ferndale Brass Band. Second class ("The Glee Garland"): 1st, Cory, Pentre; 2nd, Diaas; 3rd, Aberdare. Mezzo-soprano: Miss Marion Lewis, Aber- dare. Glee competition: let, Penrhiwceiber Glee Society; 2nd, Mountain Ash Providence Society. Baritone solo: Mr. W. T. Lewis, Ferndale. Pianoforte solo (" Torchlight prooeæion to) Mies Maggie Get-hin, Pontypridd. Soprano solo (" Tristram and Isolte "): Miss Marjorie Morgan, Cardiff. Tenor solo ("How do I love thee!"): Mr. Watkin Phillips, Aberaman. Second choral competition (" Song of the Flax-spinner"): There were two choirs, Tony- pandy and District Harmonic and Duffryn- street United, and the prize of £30 was awarded to the former. DINAS POWIS. The principal event on Easter Monday in the Barry district was an eisteddfod held at the National School, Dinas Powis. in con- nection with Ebenezer (C.M.) Chapel. Mr. Henry Badcliffe, Dinas Powia, presided, and there was a crowded attendance, both after- noon and evening. The adjudicator of music was Mr. W. O. Howe, Cadoxton-Barry; literature and poetry, the Rev. Christmas J. Lewis, B.A., Barry; and needlework, Mrs. Aaron Davies, Seaview, Cadoxton. The accom- panist was Miss Edith Francis, Cert.R.A.M., Cardiff; chairman of committee, the Rev. D. Glanmor Jenkins; treasurer, Mr. T. John, and hon. secretary, Councillor John Howells. The entries numbered about 120, and the con- tæts in the different departments of oom- petition were of a high and keen order. The eisteddfod song in the afternoon was rendered by Councillor J. Howells, followed by an interesting address by the president. The results of the competitions were ItS follow:— Contralto solo, "Abide with Me" (Liddle): Miss Louisa. Granger, Cardiff. Hand-made prize-bags: Mise Joan Thomas, Cardiff. Pianoforte solo, Volkslied" (Mendels- sohn), open to children under sixteen: Miss Evelyn Davies, Penarth. Song, "The Veteran's Song" (Adams): 1st, Mr. Baker, Dinas Powis; 2nd. Mr. Hewin, Dinas Powis. Poetry, AjnbitiMi": Mr. Paul, Cadoxton Barry. Recitation, "Beauty, Wit, a.nd Gold," by children under sixteen: 1st, Lena Williams, Dinas Powis; 2nd, Vincent Williams, Barry Dock. Hand-miade table oentre: 1st. Miss Gaffie Jones, Dinas Powis; 2nd, Miss Hilda John, Dinas Powis. Soprano solo, "The Better Land" (Cowen). Miss Evelyn M'Gwyn, Cardiff. Solo, "Does Jesus Care?" (Alexander), by children under sixteen: Rosa. Brindle, Penarth. Choral competition, "Rosedene" (W T. Saimuel, G.T.S.C.): Salem, Canton, Cardiff. Eisteddfod song: Miss Miles, in the after- noon; and Miss Bell in the. evening. Angels' trio, "Saul of Tarsus" (Dr. Parry). Mr. Harry Morgan and friends, Cardiff. Tea. cosy (hand-made): 1st, Miss Margaret Williams, Caaton, Cardiff; equal 2nd, Miss James and Mrs. Meredith, Dinas Powis. Tenor solo. "The Lord is My Shepherd" (D. Jenkins, Mus.Bac.): Mr. R. C. Davies, Seng- henydd. Recitation, "Baarbara Frietchie": 1st. Miss Ethel Dewsley, Cardiff; 2nd, Miss Elsie Thomas, Cardiff. Duet, "Excelsior" CRalfe): The Rev. D. Glanmor Jenkins and Miss Bell, Dinas Powis. Composition, setting of music, duet for ohildren: "Pilgrim," whose identity did not transpire. Bass solo: Divided between Mr. Evan Griffiths, Barry Dock. and Mr. Joseph Jona- than, Senghenydd. Open competition. a.ny song: Mr. James Williams, Grangetown. Cardiff. Baby's frock (hand-made): 1st, Miss Annie Pearce, Dinas Powis; 2nd, Miss Ward, Dinas Powis. Choral competition, "Sing, 0 Heavens, and be Joyful, 0 Earth" (Bradbury): Four choirs competed, that of Grangetown Presbyterian Forward Movement, Cardiff (conductor, Mr. James Williams), being declared the best in a good and even contest. The eisteddfod, which was a pronounced success, was conducted throughout by Mr. Jacob Davies. Cardiff. NANTYMOEL. A successful eisteddfod was held at Nanty- moel, under the auspices of Bethel Congrega- tional Church. The president was Mr. W. D. Williams, M.E.; adjudÎ-oators-music, Mr. R. Williams, Bridgend; literature (and conduc- tor), the Rev. H. Eynon Lewis, Brynmenin. Winners: — Juvenile pianoforte solo: Mr. W. H. Jones, Price town Boys' solo: O. T. Williams, Nantymoel. Girls' solo: Miss Lizzie Thomaa and Ifiss Achaeh Lloyd, Nantymoel. Contralto: Mrs. T. James, Nantymoel. Tenor solo: D. J. Williams, Blaengarw. Soprano solo: Mrs. Evans, Najtymoel. Duet: Messrs. Kinsey a.nd David, Ogmore Vale. Quartette: D. Rees and friends. Bass eolo: Thomas Hamer. Welsh recitation: John Griffiths, Blackmill. Chief choral: Nantymoel Choir. MORRISTON. The annual eisteddfod in connection with Zion Welsh Baptist Church, Morriston, was commenced on Saturday, and continued on Monday, and was a huge success. On Mon- day Mr. J. Jay Williams, London, presided. The awards were as follow: — Flute solo: Mr. Williajn Willia.ms, Morris- ^Fife Band, "Maxitana, 1st, Morriston Fife Band. Children's choir. "Owr the fields of clover": Salem. Baptist Oboir, Landore. Champion recitation; Mr. Da.vid Owen, Llaneily. Champion 60I0, "Softly SighsMuss Dora Davies. Recitation for adults, "Y Boreu 01a,f": Mr. David Owen, Llaneily. Recitation for juveniles under sixteen, "Y Gawod Wlaw": 1st, Mary A. Thomas, Cwm- llynfell; 2nd, Trevor Davies, Graig Cefn Pare, Clydach. Solo, girls, "Daddy 1st, Miss Maggie Davies, Llaneily; 2nd, Miss May Watts, Morriston. Solo, boys (under sixteen): 1st, David James Northey, Cwmbwrla; 2nd, Isaao Thomas, Morriston. Open solo: Equal, Mies S. A. Morris, Llwynhendy, and Miss Howells, Maesteg. Duet, Excelsior Gwilym Taf, Maesteg, and Aneuryn Edwards, Treorky. Tenor solo, Baner Ein Gwlad. Gwilym Taf, Maesteg. Baritone eolo, Lead, Kindly Light": Aneuryn Edwards, Treorky. Pianoforte solo. juniors, twenty com- petitors: Master Edgar Jones, son of Mr. J. Jones, printer, &c„ Morriston. Violin solo (under sixteen): 1st. David John Howell, Morriston; 2nd, Victor Evans, Waunarlwydd; 3rd, W. H. Hopkins, Bony- maen, Swansea. Chief choral, "Ffarwel i ti, Gymra Fad" (Dr. Parry), four choirs competed: 1st, Maesteg Choir, conductor. Mr. William Williams, Gwilym Taf. On Monday a grand evening concert was held, when the following contributed to the programme:—Miss S. M. Lewis, (soprano), Madame Sambrook-Jones (contralto), Mr. A. Dunlop (tenor), Mr. Charles Tree (bass); accompanist, Mr. Horace Samuel. PEMBROKE DOCK. The Pembroke Dock Eisteddfod was held on Monday in the Market-hall. Dr. Gomer Lewis was the conductor. Adjudicators:— Music, Mr. Harry Evans, Merthyr Tydfil, and Mr. R. C. Jenkins; poetry, Principal Edwards, Cardiff; essay. Miss Ida Perman, MA.; recitation, Mr T. Potter, B.A.; photog- raphy, MT W II Bowling; w ood-carvin g, Mr. Arthur Rees; painting. Miss Augusta Bowen; brushwork, Mr. William Wil- Bowen; brushwork, Mr. William Wil- liams; fancy work, Mrs. Thomas (Mayoress of Tenby) and Miss May; cookery, Miss Lizzie Evans. The accompanists were Mise Hughes and Mr. W. G. Phelps. Awards:- Essay, "Pembroke Dock and Surround- ings" Mr. David Aubrey Williams, Pem- broke Dock. Essay, juveniles. "How I Spent the Christ- mas Holidays": Miss Jones, Pennar School. Oil-painting: Miss Miller, Pembroke Dock. Crystoleum painting: 1st, Mrs. R. H. Wil- liams, Pembroke Dock; 2nd, Mrs. Roch, Pem- broke Dock. Brush-drawing: Annie Beynon, Llaneily. Photography: Frank Treweeks, Pembroke Dock. Needlework, flannel petticoat: 1st, Mrs. Williams, Pembroke Dock; 2nd. Miss Delby. Cambric blouse: 1st, Miss Thomas, Llan- elly; 2nd, Mies E. Allen, Pembroke Dock. Fancy work, tea-cosy: 1st, Miss Fannie Allen, Pembroke Dock; 2nd, Miss H. M'Coll, Pembroke Dock. Cushion square: 1st, Miss Ethel Allen, Pembroke Dock; 2nd, Mies F. Allen, Pem- broke Dock. Point lace handkerchief: 2nd, Miss Ma.ry Leflock. Sideboard cloth: Divided between Miss Bertha Eardley and Miss Evans. Bedroom slippers: 1st. Miss H. M'Coll; 2nd, divided between Miss Williams and Miss Eyles Davies. Knitting: 1st and 2nd. Miss H. M'Coll; special, Mrs. T. Williams. Duchess cloth: 1st, Miss Ethel Allen. Cookery, loaf of bread: 1st, Miss Leonard, Pembroke Dock. Fruit cake: Miss M. Hancock, Pembroke Dock. Pianoforte eolo: Miss Eva. Dally. Contralto solo: Miss Agnes Welsh, Llaneily. Violin solo: Miss S. A. Williams, Llaneily. Pianoforte solo (under fourteen): Elsie Goddard, Pembroke Dock. Bass solo: David Lewis, Uandilo. Soprano solo: Miss Bonnell. Pembroke Dock. Tenor solo: Nath. Evans, Fishguard. Four choirs competed in the open male voice "Crossing the PlainCarmarthen Male Voice. Carmarthen Orpheus, Llandilo United, and Swansea and District. Swansea and District were awarded first, and Llandilo United second. Five choirs competed in the chief choral: Haverfordwest, Pembroke, Carmarthen Myrddin, Fishguard and Goodwick, and Pembroke Dock. Pembroke Dock secured first prize, and Fishguard and Goodwick second. The test pieces were: "Lord, Thou Alone Art God," from St. Paul, and "0, Happy Eyes," Elgar. Juvenile choir: 1st, Pembroke; 2nd, Fish- guard. Male voice for the county of Pembroke, On the ramparts." Only two choirs com- peted, Haverfordwest and Neyland. Ha.ver- fordwest was awarded the prize. In the evening a concert was given. PEMBREY. The annual eisteddfod in connection with the Wesley an cause was held at the Parish- hall. President, Mr. H. J. Brown, Burry Port; conductor, the Rev. T. Rowland; adjudicators, Messrs. D. Thomas, F.T.S.C., Pontypridd, Gwilym Evans, A.C., and D. Mathews. The chief awards were:- Baritone solo: Mr. John Bowen, Pembrey. Champion solo: Miss Blodwen Hopkins, Llangennech. Tenor solo: Mr. William James, Pontardu- lais. Chief Choral: Pembrey (conducted by Mr. D. Thomas). > The accompanists were Messrs, W. T. Roberts and W. T. Richards. CWM. The annual eisteddfod in connection with Thirzab Baptist Church, Cwm, was held on Tuesday. The adjudicators were:—Music, Mr. T. Gabriel, F.T.S.C., Bargoed; preliminary, Mr. J. Gabriel, L.T.S.C., Argoed; literature, the Rev W. Rees, Victoria; prize-bags, Miss R. Jones and Mrs. Peters; accompanists, Madame T. A. Tuck and Miss Blodwen Michael, Cwm. Presidents: Morning, Mr. W. N. Jones. Waunllwyd; afternoon, Mr. J. Davies, Cwm; evening, Dr. J. O"Sullivan, Cwm. Conductor, the ReT. J. J. Young. Treasurer, Mr. A. G. Pitts. Secretary, Mr. J. L. Lloyd, Railway-terrace, Owm. Awards:- Solo for girls under thirteen, "Beautiful valley of Eden Lizzie King, Holly Bush. Boys' solo, under thirteen, Face to face Cyril Salt, Abertillery. Boys' solo, under sixteen, "Will yom ancnor hold?": Cyril Salt, Abertillery; con- solation prize, A. Hodson, Cwm, Solo for girls under sixteen, Seeking to save Grace Harry, Abertillery. Bass solo (novices), Alone on the raft": Mr. J. Jenkins. Waunllwyd. Four questions on the life of Abraham; Mr J. Charles. Waunllwyd. Duet (boy and girl), "Arise, thy light Is come": Lilly Parsons and J. Parsons. Contralto solo (open), Star of Bethle- hem Divided between Mrs. Adams, Aber- tillery, and Miss Polly James, Abersychan. Recitation, Smiting the Rock": Miss Mary Maynard, Waunllwyd. Tenor solo (novices), Primroses": Mr. Isaiah Tunley, Victoria. Impromptu speech: Mr. W. 8. Lewis. Beaufort. Soprano solo (novices): Miss Barbara. A. Thomas, Blama. Tenor solo (open), "Tudno's laat Son* Mr. E. Smith, Treharria. Duet, tenor and bass, Flow, gentle Deva." Divided between Mr. Watkin Moses and Mr. Tom Owens, Ebbw Vale, and Mr. Thomaa HugginS and Mr. D. Morgan, Blaina. Prize-bags: Miss Pratteo, Cwm. LLANDYSSUL. The annual eisteddfod was held at the Porth Assembly-rooms. The attendance and the number of competitors were very satis- factory. Mr. D. J. De Lloyd, B.A., Mus.Bac Aberystwyth, adjudicated on the singing,' while Mr. Cenesh Davies adjudicated the poetry, &c. Results:— Solo for boys under sixteen: D. J, Beeg Llandyfriog. Soprano solo: Anne Jones, Gilfooh. MiHs Uangeler. Champion eolo: Jenny Jones, Brynmeillion Newcastle Emlyn. Essay on "The Old Bards of John Davies, Bridge-street, Lampeter. Ode, "Russia's Fight for Freedom": D. Davies, Crosslan, Llandyssul. Duet: Eben. Jones, Tyihwnt, and J. P, Llandyfriog. Chief choral: Half the prize was awarded to Llandyssul Choir, the only one competing Pianoforte solo: Miss Johns, Pencader Contralto solo: Elizabeth Jones, dyssul. Trio: Tom Davies, Pantwyn, and party. Tenor solo: Harry Davies, Drefach. Baritone solo: W. Evans, Llandyssul, Mule voice party: Llandyssul Party <wi ducted by Mr. E. Richards. Stanzas to tbe Intermediate School; Tfr n James. Beilibedw. BURRY PORT. The annual eisteddfod held in conmvHnn with Hermon-\ Wesleyan Chapel, Pembrev took place at the Parish-hall, Burry port on Saturday. The chair was taken by Councillor H. J. Brown. The conductor was the Rev Thomas Rowlands, and the adjudicators were: -Mo.sio, "r- David Thomas, Mue.Bac Pontypridd, and Mr. Gwilym Evans A C Pembrey; recitations, Mr. Dan Matthews' Pontardulais; drawing, Mr. Henry Snook' Pembrey. The accompanists were Mr W T Roberts, Burry Port, and Mr. W. fJCc Richards Pembrey. The awards were as follow: Pianoforte solo (under sixteen): Prize divided between' Master David Williams, Cly. dach, and Miss Lily Summers, Llaneily. Solo (for boys under sixteen); J. Treharne Pwll.. Solo (for girls uuder sateen); Miss Maggie Davies, Llaneily- Recitation (for chtldrfn), Mise Jl. Emery, Pwll. Tenor solo: Mr. "• 'J*Wfis. Pontardulais. Soprano 60I0: Misa Blo<tweu Hopkins, Llan. gennech. Barritone 90I0: Jlr. John Bowen, Burry Port. Drawing: Mr. W. 'I■ Richards, Pembrey. Recitation tfor adults): Mr. James Thomas, Gorseinon. Champion solo: Miss Blodwen Hopkins, Llangennech. Mixed party: Burry Port Party (conductor Mr. David Davies). There was no competition for the harp eolo, for which Dr. Owen Williams offered a prize of two guineas. NEWPORT (PEM.). A successful eisteddfod was held at New. port (Pcm.), Mr. G. B.Bowen. Llwyngwair, presiding over a crowded audience. The Rev. D. I. Evans conducted. In the chief choral competition two choirs came forward, the test piece being Dr. Parry-g "Ffarwell i ti Gymrn fad." The prize was awarded to Bethlehem Choir, conducted by Mr. 1. Hughes. Mr. C. Me-udwy Davies, Llaneily, was the adjudicator.

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MORALS OF CARDIFF. I DECLINE OF DRUNKENNESS AND OTHEK CHIME. Cardiff is to be congratulated upon the improvement of its morals. There is very much loss drunkenness to be seen in the streets now than formerly, and crime of every description, more particularly wound- ing and such like charges, has correspond- ingly decreased. In a city of such a cosmo- politan population this is highly creditable., One of our representatives asked Head- constable McKenzie on Tuesday if he could explain the absence of drunkenness in the streets, and his reply is of some interest. Mr. McKenzie said: "There has been a marked and steady decrease in drunkenness in Cardiff for many years. Licensed victuallers have exercised vigilant control over their businesses. The police, when they see persons the worse for drink, follow them up, and if they enter licensed premises the lioence-holders are cautioned against serving them. The combined efforts of the trade and the police have been the means of reducing drunkenness in Cardiff much below what is found in other towns." "Are there any other causes for the reduc- tion?" asked the reporter. "There are a combination of causes," replied Mr. McKenzie. "It must be remem- bered that for a. long time trade generally has been in a depressed state. Then, again, people who saw no offence in getting drunk years ago are ashamed to get drunk now. The moral tone of the people is improving." In order to prove his statement the head- constable showed our representative a report submitted to the licensing authority in 1885 —twenty-one years ago. Directly after the Welsh Sunday Closing Act came into force in August, 1881, drinking clubs sprang up in all parts of the city, until in 1885 there were no fewer than 141, most of them of a. bogus characters In that year 1,202 persons were prosecuted for drunkenness, 1,058 of whom were convicted, including 127 for being drunk on Sundays. The population of Cardiff has doubled since then, and yet last year tihe total number of "drunks aDd disorderlies" reported by the police was 247, sixteen of this number being convicted for drunkenness on Sun- days. The number of dubs in the city now is 28. Twenty-eight persons were prosecuted for the illegal sale of beer. These figures form an interesting comparison with those given for twenty-one years ago. Replying to further questions, Mr. McKenzie said that the Easter holiday crowd there being about 100,000 visitors— conducted themselves splendidly. There were only two cases of drunkenness, whilst there was no serious crime of any sort.

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Oha.p. 1.—I had been told by my M.P. to visit him early, and he would give me a warm welcome at the House of Commons. 1 attended the opening da.y, when the Speaker was chosen out some time before the Kinb was present. I wanted to see John Burns, Winston Churchill, and their great rival Mr. Chamberlain, and I looked for them earnestly in the lobby. The first big man I saw was Sir Henry Fowler. Chap. 2.-Many new M.P. s showed by theii dem,ea,noar that they were strangers. Mr. Bell, the railway servants' member, wat busy, so was the Tory Whip, Sir Aclana Hood. The L.C.C. Chairman, Sir E. Corn wall, was back from sunny France witL pleaaanft smiles and greetings to friencU, and doubtless was, questioned about hit kisses of ceremony in the gay Capital. Mr Balfour was absent, but I hoped to cartel a. glance at Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman Chap. 3.—While waiting, a companion neal at hand facetiously remarked tha.t the Hous. had in the names of M.P.'a a Baker, Butcher, Clarke, and Cooper. I informer him there was aiso a, Gardener, Glover Mason, as well as a Shipman, and th, greatest of all professions, that of a King There is Will Crooks, some person sud denly exclaimed, as the fighting M.P. foi Woolwich passed by, followed later by hit comrades Mr. Barnes, Mr. Bowerman, ana Mr. Shackleton.. Chap. 4.—At last I journeyed after securing a seat in the Strangers' Gallery 01 the opening night of the debate on th< Address. I saw many famous men on thi. second visit, and nearly all the chief orators of the great parties took their share in th< proceedings, and those that did not catcl the Speaker's eye, l. was able to recognist from their portraits in the papers. My own M.P., in order to make my visit a pleasant one, had a long chat, and explained several things I did not understand. Chap. 5.—It was a-musing to notice the pleasure which the new zn«zabers got out of politics. "Would it last,?" was the point I turned over in my inrnd, and looking at the ovwr-crowded House, it was easy to under- stand that many aspirations and careers would be marred by. lack of opportunity. The Whips chiefly required their supporters to vote rather than speak in order to get on with the affairs of the goverment (govern tnent). After one or two sessions it is not surprising that th-s interest flagged. Chap. 6.—The Labour M.P. e sent to thf House were in earnest. They follower the orders for the aay, listened olosely t' the speeches, Pungent remarks? determined that tney, at any rate, -frouh carry out their duties well, and attend t- the welfare of the working-men who har' honoured them with their sun-port. To -nni the matter in a> nutshell, all 6aw that tb!r day had dawned so far as the Labour Parti was concerned, and none could prophesy exactly what was in store in the future.

IRISHMEN AT BARGOED. MR. FARRELL, M.P., AND "STEP- MOTHER GOVERNMENT." A branch of the United Irish League wa.1- opened at Bargoed on Tuesday, when Mr J. P. Farrell, M.P. for North Longford- Dl Mullin, J.P., Cardiff; and Mr. M'Gairy. organiser of the league, visited the town, u meeting being held ftt the H anbury Assembly-rooms. Dr. Reidy, who presided, said Dr. Mullii had distinguished himself as a. writer ant traveller, and he hoped ere long to eee hin representing some Irish constituency in Par iiament. (Applause.) Mr. J. Galvin proposed tha.t the meeting pledge its adherence and loyalty to th< United Irish League, and after this ba! been seconded by Mr. Frank Ward anc carried Mr. M'Gairy addressed the meeting Mr. Farrell said he was proud of the epiri displayed by Irishmen in South Wales There was no country to-day possessing a Government of its own that did not thrive Ireland's one and only drawback was the cursed system of stepmother Governmen1 from Westminster. (Hear, hear.) Only last week he saw 150 of the best men Irelanu ever turned out emigrating, and the omil remedy for the evil was self-government. One of the traits of John Bull was that he dia not respect the coward who did not respect himself. (Hear, hear.) If the workmen ol England and Wales left off their petty squabbles they could turn over the whole • •■item in 24 hours. (Laughter.)

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