The Aberdare Leader

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Mountain Ash Police Court. On Wednesday before Sir T. Marchant Williams (Stipendiary), and Major Morgan. EJECTMENT ORDERS. Miss Blodwen Williams, Mountain Ash, applied on behalf of her father for an eject- ment order against Charles Lewis, 73, Wood- land street, Mountain Ash.-Granted. Griffith Morgan applied for a similar order against Evan Owen, 31, Penybryn terrace, Penrhiwceiber.—Granted. DRUNKS. David Jones, in Fox street, Treharris, 5s and costs; Frank Carter, in Jeffrey street, Mountain Ash, 10s and costs Patrick Down- ing, in Oxford street, 10s and costs; Thos. Simmonds, in Newtown, 5s and costs Daniel Leharne, in Cardiff road, 5s and costs; Griffith Williams, in Cardiff road, 5s and costs David Heninghams, James Cronin, a-nd Jeremiah O'leary, 5s and costs John Warren, in Penrhiwceiber road, 5s and costs; Charles Fitzgerald, Penrhiwceiber road, 5s and costs Patrick Hearne, in Penrhiwceiber road, 10s and costs Chas Sullivan, in Penrhiwceiber road, 10s and costs John Kinney, in Wood- field terrace, 5s and costs Mary Jones in Station terrace, Penrhiwceiber, 5s and costs. FURIOUS RIDING. Moses Sage was summoned for riding a horse furiously in Penrhiwceiber. P.C.Jones gave evidence. Defendant said that the bridle had broken and he was unable to hold the horse back. P.C. Bolton, Miskin, said he sreceived a telephone message from P.C. Jones, and on going out saw the defendant drawing up at the Mount Pleasant Hotel. The bridle was broken.1 The Stipendiary said he was inclined to believe the defendant's story. He would therfore dismiss the case. He was glad, how- ever, that the defendant had been summoned. THREAT TO STOKE A CONSTABLE. James O'Brien was brought up for fighting in New street, Tyntetown. P.S. Davies said he saw defendant fighting with another man, who disappeared. The defendant, when spoken to, took out a stone from his pocket, and threatened to strike witness with it. He was divested of his coat and vest. Fined 40s and costs or one month. DESTROYING A HOLLY TREE. Rees Jones, Owen Rees, and D. J. Evans, Capcoch, were summoned for destroying a holly tree, the property of Lord Aberdare. E. Comnon, gamekeeper, gave evidence, and fines of 5s and costs each were imposed. SCHOOL CASES. The following parents were fined for neg- lecting to send their children to school: John Rees, Edward Jones, and Moses Gore, Miskin Thomas Beynon, Louisa Davies and George Wedlock, Penrhiwceibr, 5s each; Wm. Bowen, Tyntetown, 15s. SMASHING WINDOWS. Annie Lambrick, Woodfield terrace, Pen- rhiwceiber, was summoned bv Mrs Brown for breiking her window. Mrs Brown's story was to the effect that whilst she and her little girl were seated to tea, a stone was thrown through the window. Her little girl went to the door and saw defendant running down the street. Mrs Brown's daughter corroborated, and further evidence was given by J. Sullivan and James Brown. The last named estimated the damage at 3S 6d. Mrs Lambrick was ordered to pay a fine of iosand costs and the 3s 6d damages. A MEAN THEFT. John Simmonds, collier, Woodland street, was charged with stealing 2S 6d from Charles James, Oakland street, Miskin. Complainant said that he, in company with defendant and a man named Ernest Ashman, were in the Mountain Ash Inn, on the 5th inst. In taking a 2s 6d piece from his pocket to pay for a quart, a sovereign fell to the floor. He i placed the 2s 6d on the table, and stooped to look for the sovereign. When he rose, the 2s 6d had disappeared, and defendant and Ashman had gone to the back. He also noticed that defendant placed his foot on the sovereign. He. did not miss the zs 6d at once, but when the quart was brought in, he found it had gone. Ernest Ashman deposed to hsving seen de- fendant catch hold of the zs 6d. At the back he asked defendant to return the 2s 6d, but defendant replied that he would not, and that he would share it with him. They went into another public house, but defendant declined to pay for the drinks. P.C. Thomas gave evidence of arrest. The Stipendiary characterised the theft as a very mean one, and fined him £5 or 2 weeks imprisonment.

SERVICES FOR SUNDAY NEXT. TABERNACLE Congregational Church, JL Aberdare. Preacher, Rev. J. Morgan Jones, pastor. Morning and evening, TRINITY Chapel.—Preacher, Rev. J. Talog Davies, Beaufort. Morning and evening. HIGHLAND Place Unitarian Church.— JLJL Morning at 11, evening at 6. Preacher, Rev. W. G. Topping, Liverpool. CHRISTADELPHIAN Hall, Gwawr street, Aberaman. Morning at 11, evening at 6. CCHRISTIANS Meeting House, Forge } View, Godreaman, Morning 10.30; evening 6. Preacher, Mr W. H. Jenkins, Godreaman.

Penderyn. WE learn from the postmaster of Aber- dare that a Wall Letter Box has been auth- orised, and will very shortly be fixed at Ty- inawr Farm, Penderyn, Tymawr is on the main road to Ystradfelle, and midway bet- ween that village and Penderyn, and the box, which will serve an extensive area, will no doubt be greatly appreciated by the in- habitants generally, who have for many years keenly felt its want.

Hirwain. MINISTERIAL.—The Rev. George Harris, of Cardift, commenced his duties as pastor of Zion English ^Baptist Church on Sunday week. We extend a hearty welcome to the rev. gentleman to our midst, and wish him and his flock every success. LECTURE.—On Wednesday evening, an interesting and instructive lecture was de- livered at the Mission Hall, by the Rev. A. T. Fryer, the district organizing secretary of the Additional Curates' Society, on behalf of this society. The genial vicar, the Rev. J. Morgan, B.A., presided, and the rev. gentle- man's able address was much appreciated, and the lantern slides were much enjoyed. The society, which was originated some 60 years ago, has done a large amount of valu- able work in the poorer parishes of England and Wales, and we entertain +he hope that the Church friends in this place will loyally support it. SHOP ASSISTANTS.—As a result of a peti- tion to the various tradesmen of the town by Messrs Gomer Evans and Dan Watkins, a meeting was held at the Patriot Inn on Wednesday evening, under the able presi- dency of Mr D. Jones Davies, who gave an admirable address. The two gentlemen, -who had taken the petition around, gave their report, and remarked that all the tradesmen had most readily acceded to their request to close their businesses on the 26th and 27th of December. Votes of thanks were passed to the chairman and also to Messrs Evans and Watkins for their ser- vices. OBITUARY.-—With much regret we have to announce the death of three well-known and highly respected inhabitants of this place, in the persons of Mrs Charles John, IHglan terrace Mrs Ann Lewis, Station road; and Mr John Hughes, landlord of the Colliers Arms. The three had been suffering for some time. Mrs Johns and Mrs Lewis had been active and faithful members, of Soar and Nebo chapels res- pectively for a great number of years. The funerals of the three were largely attended, which testified to the respect in which they were held by the public generally. Much sympathy is expressed with the relatives and friends in their sad bereavement. REVIVAL MEETINGs.-The religious revi- val which has taken place at Loughor, Tre- eynon, and other places during the past week, has reached Hirwain, and prayer meetings have been held nightly from Friday evening to Monday evening at Nebo Congregational Church. The meetings have been most successful, and have been kept up on some occasions till 2 o'clock in the morning, the sacred edifice being crowded each night; The gatherings throughout exhibit a phase of Welsh reli- gious enthusiasm, and the results have been most gratifying. MISSIONARY MEETING.—On Thursday evening last, the Rev F. A. Boyd, a Baptist missioner, attended at Zion English Baptist Church, and delivered an able address on behalf of the Baptist Missionary Society, dealing oarticularly with the work done by the Society in Ireland, where Mr Boyd has been labouring for a great number of years. Dr 1. G. Thomas presided over a large attendance, and a good collection was made in aid of the Mission Fund. SOCIAL TEA.—A grand social was held at the English Wesleyan Church on Monday week, and the untiring efforts of the young ladies and gentlemen of the congregation were crowned with success. A large num- ber partook of the delicious dainties provided. The young ladies who most gracefully pre- sided at the tables were Misses Rosa Evans, May Jones, Florrie Evans, and Mrs J. Hansford, who were ably assisted by a band of willing helpers. After tea, the young people indulged in innocent games.

Cwmaman. SERMON.—Mr Jesse Salt, Circuit Evan- gelist of the Primitive Methodists, preached on the subject, "Hell upon Earth," on Sunday evening last. It is very gratifying that Mr Salt possesses such influence for good over the young men of the neighbour- hood. His remarks on Sunday were greatly appreciated. THE PASTOR of the English Baptist (Rev Geo. Hinchcliffe) delivered an address on Sunday evening last on The Same, yet Different." His remarks were greatly appreciated. The pulpit will be occupied on Sunday morning, next by Mr Thos Price, and on Sunday evening the Sec. of the S.A.G.K., Mr Wm. Rhys Jones will preach on The Paragon of Animals." MISHAP.—An accident, which might have been attended by very serious results, oc- curred on Friday last at Sheppard's Colliery. Towards the close of the day's work, the bonnet frame which covers the shaft (it being an upcast pit), collapsed, and dropped Sown the shaft. This prevented the men being raised at the usual time. Eventually, however, they were brought up through the downcast shaft of Fforchwen Colliery. Both pits are owned by the Cwmaman Coal Co. A GRAND CONCERT was held at the Pub- lic Hall on Monday evening last under the auspices of the Cwmaman Drum and Fife Band, when the following artistes took part: Tenor, Mr Roger Williams, Aberaman; bass, Messrs Hugh Howells. Cwmaman, and D. R. Morgan, Aberaman mouth organ soloists, Messrs W. Jones and D. Row- lands banjo duettists. Messrs Edwards and Gibbs. The Four Moonlight Ramblers conducted by Mr T. E. Edmunds had been specially engaged, also Mr W. Walters as violinist and Mr Dan Morgan as variety instrumentalist. Selections on the gramo- phone by Mr Tom Kedward and selections by the fife band were rendered. Mr James Ray, librarian, acted as chairman with his usual ability.

Mountain Ash. ANNIVERSARY SERVICES were held at Ffrwd Baptist Church on Sunday and Mon- day last. The Rev Trevor Owen. Llanelly, officiated. The collections which were very substantial, were devoted towards the building fund. SERVICES.—At the Newtown Primitive Methodist Church, Aaniversary Services were held on Sunday last. The Rev E. Ball, Abertillery, officiated. On Monday a Social Tea was given, and in the evening a miscellanaeous entertainment was held, when Mr Stephen Francis presided. Rev G. Beckerlegge gave an address. DEBATING SOCIETY.-At a meeting of the Bethania Debating Society, held in Beth- ania Hall, Thursday night, the question, Is Passive Resistance Justifiable?" was debated at some length. The affirmative was taken up by Mr George Richards, sup- ported by Messrs Griff Davies, Evan Phillips, and Lewis Owen. The negative was championed by Mr Ivor Davies, sup- ported by Messrs Stephen Davies, B. Thomas, Ben James and D. R. Sii-iith.4 After a very keen debate, the question was put to the vote, when the affirm.ative emerged victorious by six votes. The chair was taken by Rev Owen Jones, PROPERTY SALE. On Monday, Mr J. D. Morgan, Mountain Ash, conducted a sale of leasehold premises at the Duffryn Hotel. Bryn Rhos, Granville terrace, let at X22 15s, was bought by the tenant, Mr William Clarke, at £ 360; No 72, William street, Cilfynydd, gross yearly rental X15 12s, sold to Mr F. J. Mills, £ 147 10s; No 73, William street, rental Cl5 12s, to Mr F. J. Mills, £ 150; No. 13, High street, Trelewis, rental £1 per month, to Mr John Thomas, Pen- rhiw, X155; No. 8, Railway terrace, Tre- lewis, 19s per month, Mr John Thomas, Penrhiw, £ 136; No. 9, Railway terrace, 19s per month, to Mr John Thomas, X-138. Messrs Walter Morgan, Bruce and Nicholas were the vendors' solicitors. TEA AND ENTERTAINMENT.—A very suc- cessful tea and entertainment was held at the St. David's Church, Mountain Ash, on Monday evening last. At 3.30 on Monday afternoon a goodly number sat down to tea at the Parish Room, the following ladies presiding at the tables :—Mrs E. T. Jones, Miss Williams, Mrs Evans, Mrs Harris and Mrs Jenkins. At 7.30 a miscellaneous en- tertainment was given when the vicar very kindly consented to take the chair in the absence of Dr. Evans. The following took part:—Messrs Thomas Evans, Jonah Mor- ris, T. Williams, Mrs Harris, Miss Jones and Mrs Williams (Llinos Gwalia). The thanks of the meeting were given to those who helped with the tea. The meeting was terminated by the singing ot Hen Wlad fy Nhadau," Llinos Gwalia taking the solo. LECTURE.—A most interesting and in- structive lecture was delivered by Mr John Penny, at the Workmen's Institute on Thursday last. The lecturer, who took as his subject The Ideals of Socialism," proved himself to have a thorough grasp of his subject. He advocated the nationalisa- tion of railways, pointing out that at present a ton of hops from Kent costs 25s to be con veyed to London from Ashford, a distance of 50 miles, while a ton of French hops is brought from an inland town of France to Boulogne, thence shipped to Dover, and then carried by the same railway through Ashford to London for 17s 6d. He gave many reasons why the people should have a party in Parliament independent of both the Liberal and Conservative parties. The chair was occupied by Mr Clancy, Penrhiw- ceiber. A vote of thanks to the lecturer was proposed by Councillor Charles and seconded by Mr W. E. Jenkins, and carried. A like compliment was paid to the chairman.

Albercynori, AN EVANGELICAL MISSION has been con- ducted at the Primitive Methodist Chapel, Basset street, by Mr John Holmes, Worksop. A series of week-night meetings and special services on Sunday; November 20th, have been held. SERVICES.—At Bethany (Forward Move- ment Hall) a series of meetings have been held in connection with the anniversary and evangelical mission. The preacher was the Rev W. F. Phillips, Newport; soloist, Madame Kate Morgan Llewelyn. On Sun- day week the Revs J. Pugh, Morgan Jen- kins, and J. T. Williams took part in the service. Madam Llewellyn and Mr Phillips have taken part in the services held each evening. O

SCRAPS. [BY THE SCRIBE.] A correspondent after giving us a glow- ing description of a concert platform nicely adorned with plants, choice flowers, and brilliant musical talent concludes his report with remarking that it was an -1 impover- ished platform. Blessed are the poor then. -:0:- Messrs D. A. Thomas and Mabon verily strive to be all things unto men. They have the versatility of an African rain- doctor and the transfigurative genius of a quick-change artist. Mabon is equally known as a miners' agent, Parliamentarian, poet, singer, lecturer and preacher, while the chameleon-like D.A. has distinguished himself as an academical and political wrangler, a labour leader, a temperance orator, and lastly a revivalist. -:0:- Revival meetings are distinctly cosmo- politan. At a gathering in Trecynon last Thursday evening it was observed that two fair revivalists, two deacons, two gipsies and two M.P.'s took an active part in the proceedings. It was remarked that there had never been such a collection of promiscuous pairs since the time of Noah's arK. -:0:- In future "conversions are likely to be more numerous in chapels than in football arenas. At one revival meeting a young man gave a vivid account of a gathering which he had attended, in which it had been decreed that football should be no more. It was a glorious meeting, he re- marked, infinitely better than a football match, and besides, there was no gate money demanded Evidently the collection must have been overlooked in that meeting. -:0:- It has been predicted that the wholesale destruction of rationalist literature by irrational male converts and the burning of unregenerate fiction by regenerated females will have a disastrous effect on the book trade. I am inclined to believe that to the contrary it will be a boom. When revivaloids will end and revival literature will be no more, many of these readers will find things dull, and return to their old 0 pastures, and seek fresh books of the old type. -:0:- At the Aberdare Police Court this week, a summons was returnable against a sepa- rated husband who owed his separated wife X72 arrears. The woman, however, pleaded for a withdrawal of the summons on the ground that her back-sliding lord and mas- ter had attended a revival meeting and had been reformed. Sir Marchant granted the application, but said that he would believe in the man's reform when he would pay the £72. -:0:- Never was a 5 per cent reduction in the wages of colliers taken more coolly than this week. Why should anybody trouble about a depression in trade when there was a revival in religioit -:0:- Many lectures, literary societies' meetings and eisteddfodau have been either aban- doned or postponed because people have been revivalised. The Assizes, however, goes on, but it is confidently predicted that there will be white gloves at the next. The Scribe says: Amen. -:0:- At a revival meeting at Mountain Ash there was a cry from Macedonia and it was discovered that a Turk had been con- verted. He immediately gave his expe- riences, and said that he had not seen such things in Turkey. -:0:- I am now informed that a whole football team has succumbed to the onslaught on football made by the revivalists, and in con- sequence will not play in the LEADER Medals Competition according to arrange- ments. Exit -1 spirit of the age," the other spirit has scored! Vive la Revival!

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Winter Remedies. Now that the winter is with us it may not be amiss to call the attention of our readers to a few household remedies which ought to be kept in every home. Amongst the first firms to provide the people with reasonable and eftective remedies for simple ailments were the proprietors of the famous Linseed specialities, i erhaps the most popular of these is the well-known Lin- seed Compound" (Kay's Compound Essence of Linseed), the standard remedy for coughs, coids, hoarseness, asthma, bron- chitis, and similar ailments. This has now been to the front for over thirty-five years. Neglected coughs and colds too often deve- lop into more serious complaints, and the knowledge that a little "Linseed Compound" taken in hot water before retiring will usually dislodge the enemy, is something worth knowing. Another speciality which deserves to be kept in every medicine cup- board as a safeguard is Kay's Tic Pills," about the only thing that will give relief in cases of tic or neuralgia. Linum Cathar- ticum Pills," another name familiar to us, is prepared fromathe extract of the Linum Catharticum, the mountain flax of our English commons, a true natural aperient. The above medical preparations are pre- pared in the Laboratories of Messrs Kay Brothers Ltd., by a staff of qualified Chemists on formulae which have stood the test of years. They are guaranteed to be accurately and carefully compounded, and the ingredients are the best known and purest obtainable. The fact that they can be obtained from almost every chemist throughout Great Britain and the Colonies is sufficient proof both of their great popu- larity and wonderful efficacy.

Letters to the Editor. THE REVIVAL" AND THE ABER- DARE ETHICAL SOCIETY. MR EDITOR,—Much has been said about the above society and its secretary at the revival meetings at Trecynon. A post- card was sent to one of the members of the Ethical Society to invite him to a meeting on Sunday evening last, but behold, he had seen a great light," with the result that he threw the postcard to the fire. On Saturday morning at a meeting in Ebenezer, Tre- z, In, cynon, he made a great speech in regard to the invitation, and prayed that the Lord would save the little boy" who gave him the postcard. He sobbed pitifully, saying how "sorry" he was for the secretary. Then another atheist (?) cried out that probably an invitation would be sent to him but he would burn it as soon as he would see it. But why should they object y u to the Ethical Society whose chief aim is to develop good moral U characters (individual, social and international), and to have the spirit of love and justice to control the whole universe ? It opposes all that is im- moral and wrong and tries to go to the root of all social evils. Not very creditable to the Rev. J. Grawys Jones were his remarks in regard to the Ethical Society. He should remem- ber that this society does not ask men to disbelieve in a deity or future life before becoming members, but invites Unbelievers, Christians, Jews and all to join if they believe that a good life is worth living, and if they are willing to help to elevate the nations. In regard to the" revival" I may say that whatever results will accrue from it, unless it will be of some active and practical good then it will be far below my ideal of what men and women should be as true citizens. I heard that one young man had been praying in Salem to save" me by my name. But what would I gain morally if I would submit to his appeal ? Would I be one iota better the day after ? One objection I have to this revival" is that the superstitious element in Christianity is more or less introduced and forced on the ignorant masses. A "revival" should be an intelligent moral conviction, developing into a good life. Why should not the argumentative element be allowed ki the meetings ?-I remain, W. HENRY DAVIES, Secretary. The Aberdare Ethical Society.

Fire at Ynysboeth. About 4 o'clock on Wednesday morning, an alarm of fire was received at the local police station. The fire had broken out in a store-room, the property of Messrs Knox and Wells, contractors, Cardiff, who are at present engaged in carrying out extensions to the Ynysboeth School. In the store- room were U some roofing-felt, match-wood, planks and workmen's tools, which were all destroyed. In a stable adjoining the store-room were four horses, and P.C.'s Evans and Griffiths directed their efforts to prevent the spread of the flames in that direction. In this they were successful. The fire was completely extinguished by 5.30. The damage is estimated at iClOO. The cause of the fire is not known.

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Te Rangi Pai is the daughter of Colonel Porter, C.B., recently in command of the 7th and 9th contingents in the South African War, and of his wife Herewaka, chieftainess of the Ngatipora tribe of Maoris. She sings in English, French, German, and Italian. LECTURE.Another of the series of lec- tures which are being held under the auspi- ces of the Trinity Lecture Society, took place on Wednesday evening. The lecturer was Rev James Bailee, Cardiff, subject, Mirth a medicine." The lecture proved very interesting, and everyone present seemed to have thoroughly enjoyed it. Mr R. H. Miles, presided in a very able man- ner. A vote of thanks to the lecturer was moved by Mr Griffith George, seconded by Mr Aneurin Jones and carried with enthu- siasm. The next lecture will be delivered on Wednesday week by Rev J. L. Jenkins, subject, The principles of the Free Churches." REMEMBER Trinity Bazaar at the Market Hall on Thursday next, December 1st. There will be an excellent variety of useful and ornamental goods displayed. The attractions, apart from the stalls, will include musical selections by Mr Arkite Phillips' Band, assisted by prominent local vocalists. A fine art gallery, museum. Tableaux. Farce. Lantern views, &c. The luncheon will commence at 1.30 p.m. Tea will be provided from 4 to 6 p.m. The opening ceremony will be performed by Mrs D. A. Thomas at 2.30. Don't forget-at the Market Hall, next Thursday. INTERMENT.—Mrs Ann Watkins, wife of Mr Edmund Watkins, butcher, Duke-street, passed away last Thursday evening. The deceased lady was 75 years of age. The interment took place on Tuesday, there being a very large attendance. The princi- pal mourners were Mr Edmund Watkins (husband), Mr John Watkins, Dare Villas (son), Mr Edmund Evans (grandson), Mr Walters, Treforest (nephew), Mr Richard Davies (son-in-law), and Mr Jones, College- street. Wreaths were received from Mr and Mrs 'John Watkins; Miss Katie and Master Edmund Watkins, two from Mrs Howell Davies, Cardiff, and one from Mrs Crowley, Stuarb-street. Rev. H. T. Stephens, Carmel, officiated. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Mr F. D. E. George. CHRYSANTHEMUM EXHIBITION.—On Mon- day a chrysanthemum exhibition was held in the Market Hall. There were some mag- nificent exhibits from Sir W. T. Lewis, Dr D. Davies, J.P., Messrs R. J. Rhys, E. M. Hann, F. W. Mander, Glanynys; W. T. Rees, Maesyffynon; and J. Howell, Aber- aman Mrs Rees, Glandare Messrs W. F. Parry de Winton, Plasdraw, and W. J. M. Herbert, Park lane (who also exhibited eight fine tubers of the noted Eldorado potato, sold in 1903 at £ 10 for foz.). There were interesting trade exhibits from Messrs Ellis and Son and W. Treseder, of Cardiff. Miss- cellaneous flowers. plants, and vegetables from Messrs George Moore. Charles Garrett, J. Prowle, W. Vales, S. Cox, W. Jenkins, Aberdare, John Chappell, Cwmbach, and T. J. Thomas, Abernant Gardens, also added to the attractiveness of the show. In the evening a promenade concert was held, Professor R. Howell's orchestra being in attendance. Mr A. E. Jones was the sec- retary. The exhibition was held with the view of wiping off the deficit of the Aoerdare Flower Show, but we regret to learn that the receipts are not satisfactory.