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For remainder of Up and Down the Valley see page 3. riirwain. Great Summer Clearance Sale at R. T. Jones & Co., Merthyr. For particulars please see advertisement on page 8. Sale bills, circulars, etc., neatly printed, at ;the LEADER Office, Market-street, Aberdare SHOi; < last was recognised here as the annual shop assistants' holiday, the various tradesmen having dosed their establishments for the day. Many availed themselves of the opportunity of going for a day's outing to Swansea, Cardiff, etc and which was thoroughly enjoyed. ACCIDENT.—About 7.20 p.m. on Tuesday •evening, while Miss Maggie Evans was pro- ceeding down High-st. to attend divine ser- vice service at Nebo Chapel, she was knqcled down by a passing cyclist, and sus- tained severe injuries. With assistance she was taken hom*1, and medically attended to. YVe are pleased, to learn she is progressing. OUTINGS.—On Saturday last, Tabernacle Sunday School, and the employees of the Hirwain Crucible Works, had a, day's out- ing to Swansea, and on Monday, Nebo and Ramoth Sunday Schools joined together for a day's trip to Swansea and the Mumbles. They numbered about 500. Leaving here in a speciallirain at 7.50 a.m. in delightful weather. A most enjoyable day was spent, the elaborate arrangements for the visit of the Eug H 11', 'Mi. hemp-greyly ad- mired. a QUARTERLY MEETING.—On Sunday, the •quarterly meeting of the English Wesleyan Sunday School book place, when telling ser- mons were preached by Mr James Field, Aberdare, both morning and evening. In the afternoon, an interesting meeting was held when the following took part: Reci- ting the 47th Psalm, Master Bertie Collier solo, Mr Charles Collier; recitation, Master Willie Tucker; solo, Miss Daisy Hellier; recitation, Miss Catherine M. Jones; solo, Mr Frank Collier; and a recitation by Mas- ter Bertie Headon. The meeting was opened by Mr Albert Collier, and was pre- sided over by Mr B. A. Williams, superin- tendent, who, at the opening, gave a valu- able address to the Sunday School scholars. Mr F. A. Eddy ably officiated at the organ. RAMOTH BAPTIST CHAPEL.—On Sunday evening, the juvenile choir of this place of worship rendered that beautiful sacred cantata "The Messiah" (Hugh Davies), under the leadership of Mr James Morgan, Brecon-road. The various choruses rendered by the juveniles were well sung, and proved that they bad been well trained by their energetic conductor, and great credit is due to him for his untiring efforts. The princi- pal solos were taken by Misses Gwen Watkins and Mary Thomas, and Messrs D. Thomas and W. Watkins. Mr Abraham Watkins, G.T.S.C.. very ably accompanied on the organ, and the singing of the juveniles was much admired by the large congregation.

Aberdape. Great Summer Clearance Sale at R. T. Jones & Co., Merthyr. For particulars please see advertisement on page 8. PRINTING of every description neatly and promptly executed at the LEADER Office, at most moderate prices. OOUNTY SCHOOL SPORTS. To-morrow (Friday) the second annual sports of the Aberdare County School will be held on the Ynys Field. These sports were very suc- cessful last year, and we have no doubt that the athletic reputation of the Interme- diate scholars will be well sustained this year again. For particulars see another column. FREE LIBRARY.—Mr A. P. Jones presided over a meeting of the general committee I r_1 held last. Tuesday evening. The report of the Eiijcu'o Cc.-Uiiitike ;;ta.t.'d that ca June 30th, the number of volumes in the library was 2,907 half of ti. at number having been given by residents in the town. The librarian reported that the lending and reference departments of the library were being well patronised. During June 1653 books had been issued from the lending department. Th-1- are ■ now over 3,000 books in the library. OUTING.—Last Thursday the members of the Carmel Mutual Improvement Society had a most enjoyable drive to Ystradfelite. The party numbered 28. The falls and caves and other places of interest were visited. An al fresco lunch prepared by members of tne party was thoroughly en- joyed. The return journey was comm- enced at 9 P-ifl, all the excursionists assum- ing an air of satisfaction and delight The "ganisers of the trip were Messrs D. M. U and W. D. Morris (J. W. Morris, mercial-st.) thT DEALER'S FAILURE.—A meeting of bo^ditors of George William Vivian, unde.oe dealer, carrying on business .yi pany jtyie of the Best Boot Com- 324, Gadlys-road, Aberdare, and •Cardiff, ant] 26, Tudor-road, The stausnvj on Wednesday at Merthyr. liabilities, £'>.1' affairs showed :—Gross for dividend, 5d.; liabilities to rank available for di\ 17s>. 7d;; net assets ciency, 13fi\011, jg67 4S. 2d.; defi- ted his failure to iLiie debtor attribu- and having had Mol> Want of capital, from him.

We Lead, Others follow. ff iu ric ar owe s Priciiard & "*W*°**T) ""f" GREAT SALE NOW ON. <!tAM <&- ——&M tm&B- a-N-————N W V R ,„ X WE DO NOT SAY that we hold the largest stock in South Wales, because that would be "untrue." What we say is that our stock is the CHEAPEST, THE BEST ASSORTED AND MOST UP-TO-DATE in Aberdare. Our Sales are too well known to need any puff and bounce. Special Bargains in every department. Floor Cloths, 2 yards wide, 10 fd. the yard. Ditto, 3 yards wide, 1/11 i. 4 y 4. 1000 pairs Lace Curtains, Ecru and White, from 11-fd. the pair to 21s. 4 Special Value in Wall Oilcloth at (>fd. and 8 i c1., usual price, i 0 i el. and Is. p 4 4 4 Grand stock of Ladies' Silk Blouses and Shirts about half the usual price. Holland Skirts, Costumes and Jackets all reduced for this Sale. Doors open at 9 o'clock each morning of Sale. Train Fares paid on Purchases of 10s. and upwards. DOil't forget the Old Firm, the Pioneers of Cheap Drapery iq Aberdare. PRICHABD AND POWELL.

Aberaman. Great Summer Clearance Sale at R. T. Jones & Co., Merthyr. For particulars please see advertisement on page 8. Sale bills, circulars, etc., neatly printed at the LEADER Office, Market-street, Aberdare DISCLAIMER.—We are requested to ex- plain that Mr William Paul, 3, Cynon- street, is not the William Paul of Aber- aman, who was fined for drunkenness at the Aberdare Police Court last week. ACADEMICAL.—We are pleased to learn that an old Aberdare County School student Miss M. A. Williams, now of Aberystwyth College, has taken, her Welsh degree of B.A. with honours in English and in the shortest possible academic period of three years. Miss Williams is the daughter of Mr John Williams, Rock Hotel, Aberaman, and a sister to Mr W. Rees Williams, B.Sc.. Senior Mathematical and Science Master at the above school. We offer our warmest congratulations to Miss Williams.

Cwmaman. For posters, handbills and cards in connec- tion with concerts and all kinds of meetings, go to the LEADER Office, Market-street, Aber- dare. PERSONAL.—We heartily congratulate Mr Howell Parry. St. Joseph's -terrace, on his recent success on passing his first examina- tion at St. David's College, Lampeter. Mr Parry, who left Fforchaman Colliery only a short time ago, is rapidly on the way to a high sphere of labour, having already passed his matriculation, and now his first exam. He is a faithful member of St. Joseph's Church, always taking an active part in the services. He has a fine delivery, and gives much promise of becoming an eminent preacher. When he leaves St. Joseph's he will be greatly missed. His many friends in Çwmaman and elsewhere wish him every success. LITERARY.—Another interesting and in- structive evening was spent on Tuesday last by the Cwmaman Society for Attain- menb of General Knowledge. The comm- ittee of this enterprising society are to be congratulated on the varied character of its programme, for which the cosmopolitan nature of the society is largely accountable. 0 Those who were present at this meeting testify to the excellence of the paper read by Mr Mordecai Fine. This was the third paper read by Mr Fine during this session. The subject was Jewish Feasts, Fasts and Festivals." The final paper by Mr Fine will be on Jewish Customs." The duties of chairman, were, in the unavoidable absence through illness of Mr Harry Evans, ably performed by Mr Gwilym Evans, vice-president. Discussion followed the reading of the paper, and several critical questions were given to the reader by Messrs George Gerrard, Herbert Evans (who was as witty as ever), Mr Lewis and Rev. Geo. Hinchcliffe, who, with the excep- tion of the reader, was the only Hebrew scholar in the meeting. Mr David Evans, of Aberdare County School, also spoke briefly, as also did Messrs Charles Gape, Thos. Price, William Williams and Thos. Oliver. Mr Davies made a few compli- mentary remarks in Welsh on the societ; > work in the neighbourhood. The secreta ry, Mr Wm. Rhys Jones, S.P.S., spoke on t he services rendered by Mr Fine to the society. The reader was ably and efficiently suppo r- ted by Mr Cohen. The sec. announced' that the committee had been fortunate in securing the services of such well-known men as the Rev. H. Fisher Short and Rev. J. Morgan Jones, Aberdare, to address the society. For next Tuesday, a debate has been arranged between Mr Morse of Aus- tralia, and Mr Pugh, Editor, ABERDARE LEADER, on the subject, Is the present Passive Resistance movement justifiable '?" the chairman for the evening being Mr T. L. Davies, manager. As this is is the pub- lic debate, the committee desire to announce that admission will be free, but a collection will be taken to defray expenses. Six members of the society will also take part, three on each side. The meeting to com- mence punctually at 7.30.

Mountain Ash. Great Summer Clearance Sale at R. T. Jones & Co., Merthyr. For particulars please see advertisement on page 8. OUTING.-The annual-outiug of St. Illtyd's Bible Class took place on Monday, the place selected being Swansea. About 50 members took advantage of the trip accom- panied by their teacher Mr E. Jenkins, Oxford House, and the Rev. E. V. T. Rees, curate. MUSICAL.—The celebrated Mountain Ash Male Voice Party, with their distinguished conductor, Mr T. Glyndwr Richards, have been invited to an At Home at Lady Llanover's residence to be held on Tuesday next. WALKING CONTEsT.-On Monday a walk- ing contest, organised by Mr Frank Mills and others took place, the route being from Napier's Hotel to the Waterworks and back. Substantial prizes were offered, the fir<?f' baino- q, 1v<¡f.(.h >1nrl hilin boys competed, Master W. Monis returnillg home first. A consolation prize of a silver medal was awarded the last home, viz., Master C. Manley.

Penrhiwceiber*. BANKRUPTCY.—In the London Gazette for Tuesday evening, it was announced that a. receiving order had been made in the case ing o of Evan Howells, 21, Penrhiwceiber road, and 51, Kennard street, Ynysboeth. SALE.—-A sale of dwelling houses was conducted by Mr W. T. Morgan at the Belle View Hotel on Wednesday evening. No. 54, Glanley-st., Penrhiwceiber, was sold to Mr S. G. Howells, Aberdare-rd., Mountain Ash. Nos. 69 and 74, Glanley- st., to Mr Samuel Davies, Penrhiwceiber, the former house for CI51 10s, and the latter for £ 160. No. Ill, Penrhiwceiber- rd., was withdrawn at £ 350. No. 25 Glan- lay-st. was sold for X155 to Mr Henry Davies, Penrhiwceiber, and 80, Glanlay-st. was withdrawn at £ 160. JERUSALEM SABBATH SCHOOL.—On Mon- day last the annual outing of the above Sabbath School took place when a, large number availed themselves of the oppor- tunity of visiting Aberavon and Port Talbot. At eight o'clock the train steamed out from Penrhiwceiber Great Western station through Sweet Aberdare and the beautiful Vale of Neath on to Aberavon and, Port Talbot. The day was a most enjoyable. one and the arrangements were most satisfactory. Mr Hugh Davies. Mr John Williams, Penrhiwceiber-road, Mr John Williams, Church-street, and Mr Edward James and the officials of the church did their best to make the excursionists enjoy themselves. YOUNG PEOPLE'S ANNUAL OUTING.—On Thursday last the annual picnic of the young people of Penrhiwceibr was held at Pen- twyn Uchaf Grounds, when a company of between sixty and seventy were present. This is now an institution and is looked For to as one of the chief events of the year. The romantic spot chosen for the outing and the nice appear- ance of the young ladies added quite a charm to the event. The summit of Pen- twyn overlooks the Cynon Valley and the Pontypridd Valley, and a view of the Mon- mouthshire Hills, and far away the Brecon- s1 ire Beacons could be seen like monuments jf>ologi>al disturbances of ages gone | by. A prettier scene could not be desired. X doubt at one time the Ancient Bntons j w:re wont to camp here, and the old monks I of latter date were wont to wend their way I to Pen-Rhys and other monasteries in the Principality. And, interesting to note, on the way to Pentwyn, that is at the site of the Perthycelyn Waterworks, a volume of the oldest ages is now revealed. On the face of the rocks, laid bare by the excava- tor of the works, striated groves are seen indicating the passage of huge glaciers at one period or another through the valley. The attention of the Geological Society should be called to this, and if possible some of the boulders should be preserved. Perhaps those members of the Mountain Ash District Council will see to the matter. What changes have taken place in the sur- roundings of this pretty place! Fifty years ago the sound of the hunting horn was to be heard, and the sound of the Cambrian shepherd blended with the ploughman's whistle. The sound of the thrush, the linnet and the blackbird all combined to make the place idyllic. What if the old Llanwonno natives heard the sound of the steam engines and the rolling of the vast machinery Commerce has indeed made a metamorphosis of the valleys around, but the, summit of Pentwyn, like the Hills of Origan or the [Mountain of Parnassus, sacred to the gods, remains unsullied by the vandal. The caterer was Mr A. E. Williams, confectioner, Penrhiwceibr, and right well he did his work. The usual accompaniments of latter day picnics were there-snap shots, cameras, Italian vendors, &c. The following ladies and gentlemen were present:—Messrs Evan Morris, John Williams, Mr and Mrs Tom Davies, Mr and Mrs Silas Williams, Misses Katie Phyllis Jones, H. Williams, M. Williams, L. Wil- liams, M Reynolds, Jennie Edwards, Maggie Williams, Mona Williams, Rachel Price, Annie Lewis, Eva Lewis, Lizzie Lloyd, Vaughan, Esther Harris, Lizzie Gerwe T.^vvi •, 'h-i'-y Gwen Morgan, Prosser, S. J. Morgan, Cassie Ellen Morgan, Messrs Toman, Phillips, and Edwards, Miss Bray, Misses Ada and Florrie Lewis, Misses Maggie Jones, Maggie Burns, May Morris, Howells, Ruth Davies, and Cassie Parry, &c., Messrs Morgan Isaac, Rhys Morgan, Morgan Da vies, W. John Davies, Llewellyn Davies, Sam Davies, Howell Howells, D. John Davies, Llewelyn Morgan, M. Freedman, D. John Williams, D. William Jones, Thomas Davies, Jenkins, Long, Toman, &c. The committee deserve to be specially com- plimented for the excellent arrangements, and the beautiful weather enhanced the enjoyment. As the sun sank in the west three cheers were given to Mrs Thomas, Pentwyn for her kindness in assisting and the strains of Hen Wlad fy Nhadau and God Save the King terminated one of the best enjoyed picnics held at Penrhiwceibr.

Board of Education Science Examination, 1904. The following external candidates (Aber- dare) have been successful: 1st class. Evan E.Jones; 2nd class, John Hoskins, Reginald A. Dobb, William J. Oliver, and Samuel Lewis.

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_+- Abefdane Footballers secured by English Clubs. Aston Villa have secured the signature of Haydn Price, the clever half-back of the Aberdare Soccer Club. Price will be given a post as assistant schoolmaster at Bir. mingham, and will play as a professional, receiving a wage of X3 per week, in addition to school salary, Several English clubs wished to secure him, including Notts Forest, Luton, Bradford, Stoke, Wrexham, and Northampton. Tom Daniel Jones, Aberaman, has also signed on for Notts Forest.

Cycling In Paris. Jimmy Michael off Colour. The cheif item of the programme at the Buftalo track; Paris, on Sunday last, was a 50 kilometres paced race by Leander, Michael, and Simar. There was a long wait prior to the wheeling to the post, the start being rapidly given. Michael was soonest away, and hooked on, only to be outsped at the second circuit by Simar, who was closely followed by Leander, Jimmy Michael getting lapped by both of them, the Welshman then falling to pieces. Simar won by nine laps from Leander. Result:—Simar first; Leander second Michael third. Time, 46 min. 57 2-5 sec.

Stop-Day Damages. Judgment to be Applied for. We have reason to believe that in refer- ence to the application to be made to Mr Justice Bigham, on behalf of the coalowners on Tuesday next, counsel will ask that judgment shall be entered in all the cases oil t'he "'H-i-is of the Ugures already found by his Lordship in the cases of the Powell- Duffryn Co. and Messrs Nixon. The matter has been discussed fully by the Executive of the South Wales Miners' Federation and their solicitor, and it is probable that whilst no objection will be offered to the entering up of the judgment; the defendants' counsel will strongly' urge the Judge to grant a stay of execution, pending the appeal to the House of Lords. The coal-owners, however, object to this, and they will submit that the amount of the assessed damages shall, be paid into court, in which case they will give an undertaking not to take the money out of court until the appeal to the House of Lords has been dis- posed of. -).

WARNING To all nleinbei-s of the Miners' Federa- tion of Great Britain. Members are requested to keep away from TY'RERCYD LEVEL, LLWYDCOED, as none but blacklegs are now emvloyed there, a dispute having existed there for some months. C. B. STANTON, Miners' Agent, Aberdare. ( ABERDARE A GRAP SPORTS BAM HSUDAY. AUGUST 1st, 1964. Over £100 in Prizes given PROFESSION FOOT AND CYCLE RACES WALKING HANDICAP. Sports to commence at 2.30. Entries close July 25, 1904. Schedules and Entry forma from FRED J. CALDICOTT, 12, Tudor Terrace. Aberdare. If END'S Lightning fflfcgarly The purest and most efficient Rerotoy procurable for real COUGHS, COLDS, BRONCHITIS, ASTHMA, CATARRH, WEAK LUNGS. a.d CHILDREN'S COUGHS RONCHITIS HLNt AND ASTHMA 1 Vino's Lightning Cough Cure Produces its r bnilBuit tilect m Bronchith. Rev. Vv". \». T'JLLCCU, 2.B., Bridge. SiHberhndsriire, WInes: "July nct, '0,3.- 1 have beeJO Il ir.artyr to asth aU D'Y life and BRONCHITIS Vino's Lightning Cough Cure Produces its r bnilBuit tilect m Bronchith. Rev. Vv". \». T'JLLCCU, 2.B., Bridge. SiHberhndsriire, w»tes: "July sacd, '03.— 1 have bee» h ir.artyr to asthma al) Diy life and lately to chiar.it winter bronchitis. I have found Verio's Lightning Cough Cute a valuable luedt out." out." ClHILDRENS 1 CPUCHS lffrs. ADA S. BALLBi, 5, Agar St., Tendon, Editor "Womanhood. and » £ great authority upon children s disease*, B writes :—"Veno's Lightning Cough Cure is an B exceedingly successful remedy. It is very pleasant W to take and the relief it gives is rery rapid. Tbn preparation is perfectly sale for children" W. LASCETJ-KS-SCOTT, F.K.M.S. to his Certitcsto of Analysis' amonsr other things says I havepieasutt m ccrtifjrtttjj that so my opinion VENO'S .LIGHTNING COUGH C¡;¡1tB Is exceptionally pare, safe, and effective preparation.* LARGE TRIAL Qlrl Regular Size. BOTTLES 2U* 1/1J&V9- AskforVENds LIGHTNING COVGH CUM at Chemkti end D=-g Stores everywhere. Jobbing! Jobbing!! J obbing! -:0:- All kinds of Printing now dens at the "LEADER" Office, NJarket Buildings, Market Street, Aberdare. COUT & RHEUMATISM. A martyr to gout and rheumatism for years has been quite cured by a s'tnuie and in- expensive remedy, and he will eommumcate particulars of same to any sufferer ca receipt of address.—Apply Captain Sardinian, 41. ¡ Sing Edward Gardens, Acton. Hiii, London, W.

Recent Patents. This list is specially compiled for the ABERDARE LEADER by Messrs Ellen & Co., Patent Experts, of Billiter Buildings, London, E.C., who will at all times be pleased to give any information relating to patents, designs, trade marks, copyrights, ets., quite free of charge. 15330. John Sydney Davies and Charles Harry Williams, 68, Dogfield street, Cardiff. faet-en*? for rhor-s and slippers," July 9tr 15354. William Evan Cule and Edgar I Nicholas Pritchard, Rose Cottage, Treforest, Pontypridd, Improvements in shackles and shackle pins for coupling colliery orams and other vehicles," July 9th.

ROYAL VISIT.-On Wednesday, a large detachment of the local volunteers, under the command of Captain Phillips, and also a strong contingent of police, journeyed to Swansea on the occasion of the King's visit. AMALGAMATED SOCIETY OF RAILWAY SERVANTS (Aberdare Branch). -The grand ballot in aid of Henry Jones will be post- poned until September the 12th, 1904, and there will be no further:postponement. TPINITY.—On Sunday morning, the pas- tor, Rev. J. L. Jenkins, before proceeding with his sermon, made an appeal to those who absented themselves from church wor- ship on Sunday and went walking during divine service. Rather than they, as church members, should do that, and thereby set a bad example to others, he would prefer that they stay in their homes. He would make an earnest appeal, especially to church members- for he could speak with more authority to them-to do their best to stem this tide of desecration, by attending the service. He was speaking to an unbeliever in Aberdare the other day and that man was shocked at the trend of things in the town. The preacher took his text from Romans vi. 13, Yield yourself unto God." The great principle involved in the text was Conse- cration." That word was often used in a wrong sense. For instance, with regard to burial grounds, a certain portion was set apart as consecrated ground," but that piece of ground had undergone no change. The flowers did not grow more profusely in that spot, neither was the slimy worm scared away by the blessing of the ec- clesiastic. When such places are rendered sacred," they had only the word of a bishop for it. Many words such as "consecration," sanctimonious and surrender," had been used to convey a wrong meaning en- tirely. The apostle beseeched men to love God not because he made them. Many were ready to curse God because he had made them, but they should love him be- cause he saved them.