The Aberdare Leader

THE HARVEST thanksgiving services of St. Lleurwg's Church were held last week. The church had been most prettily deco- rated by the ladies of the congregation, and the services were most bright and cheerful, special hymns and anthems being sung by the choir. On Tuesday the services were in English, when the Rev F. R. Williams, B.A., and the Rev Gilbert Heaton, M.A., Cardiff, were the preachers. On Wednesday the services were in Welsh, when the Rev J. P. Griffiths, M.A., Pontypridd, officiated. SUDDEN DEATH.—While returning home from his work on Friday evening last, a mason named Samuel Jones, residing at John's-row, was taken ill on the road and turned into a friend's house. Dr I. G. Thomas was immediately summoned, but Mr Jones passed away in an hour or so. The deceased was a native of Cardiganshire, but had spent a large number of years at Hirwain. His sudden demise has created a gap at the Tabernacle Congregational Church, where he had been a deacon for a number of years. The deepest sympathy is expressed with the children in their affliction.

Tnecynon. PERSONAL.—We are pleased to note that Mr W. D. Barber, 6, Frederick-street, has been successful in passing the entrance ex- amination to the Brecon Memorial College. Mr Barber commenced preaching at Bethel Congregational Church (Rev J. Richards).

Aberdare. DRINK BOWEN'S Fruity Lemonade made from the best Messina Lemons by an entirely new process. LECTURE SOCIETY.-Rev Haskett Smith, M.A., F.R.G.S., will lecture on The Marvels of the Nile next Thursday even- ing, at 8 p.m., at the Memorial Hall. Miss ETHEL MADGE, County School, Aberdare. Special Coaching for Musical Examinations, Practical and Theoretical. Terms on application. 12 Successes at the Spring Examinations of the R.A.M. and R.C.M. and T.C.L. [ADVT. REVIVAL SERVICES. On Monday night the Rev R. B, Jones. Ynyshir, the well- known missioner, inaugurated a series of revival meetings at Calvaria Baptist Chapel. The series will be continued nightly until Friday night. The meetings are well- attented, and much religious fervour has been experienced. ACCIDENT. On Wednesday morning, whilst following his employment as a collier, Mr Thomas Hodges ftiet with a serious accident at Dyffryn Dare Colliery. A large stone from the roof fell upon the poor man, fracturing his collar bone and causing serious injuries. He was conveyed to his home in Cardiff-road and attended to by Dr W. LI. Rhys. PERSONAL.—We regret to hear that Mr W. H. Williams, chief clerk at Bridgend County Court, and son of Rev R. E. Williams (Twrfab), has been seriously indisposed for some weeks past. He is now staying with his parents at Aberdare. We are glad to state that his health has greatly improved during the last few days, and that he hopes to resume duties very shortly. I.O.G.T.—On Tuesday evening the Darren Lodge of this Order had a debate on 11 Smoking," pro and con. Mr W. T. Jones opened on behalf of the weed, and Mr Joseph H. Evans opposed. Mrs Williams, Messrs J. Davies, E. Ogwen Williams, T J. Williams, and others spoke. The majority voted against smoke. Mr Daniel Jones was the chairman. THE DEBATE between Messrs A. Devonald and P. T. Rhys on "Is modern civilization a failure ?" will take place next Wednesday at 8 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Masonic Hall, Canon-st. This debate, which will be under the auspices of the Aberdare Literary Society, is likely to be most interesting, and should draw a crowd. All are invited. THE GIRL FROM KAY'S is one of the best and most popular of musical comedies, and musical comedies to-day are all the rage. It is a bright, interesting, vivacious piece, and cannot fail to please all lovers of amusement. The company is Mr George Dance's-a powerful combination of first- class artistes. They are only with us for three nights-October 12, 13 and 14. The New Theatre will doubtless be packed on these occasions. There will be a full chorus and an augmented orchestra. UNITARIAN FESTIVAL.—The general com- mittee of the Glamorganshire Unitarian Festival was held on Monday evening at Highland Place. The following officers were appointed: President, Mr D. R. Griffiths, Pantglas vice, Mr John Simon; treasurer, Mr W. Davies, Towy House; secretary, Mr C. Davies, Cefncoed. It was unanimously decided to hold a musical festival in 1906..Mr J. James, Aberaman Farm, retired from the post of treasurer, which he had occupied for 14 years. The committee accorded him a hearty vote of thanks for his long and devoted service. WEDDING.—At Trinity Chapel, on Satur- day morning, the marriage of Miss Rose Parry, daughter of Mr and Mrs Parry, Dean Street; to Mr Edwin Jackman was solemn- ised by the Rev J. Lewis Jenkins. The bride was given away by her father. The bridegroom's brother, Mr Alfred Jackman, acted as best man. The bridesmaids were Miss Ethel Winifred Parry (the bride's sister) and Misses Winifred and Ethel Parry (nieces). A sumptuous wedding breakfast was given at the bride's parents' house, the following,in addition to the afore'-mentioned, being the guests: Mrs Parry Messrs Reginald and David Parry,Miss Enid John, Mrs John, Mrs Jenkins, and Mr Thos Richards. The honeymoon is being spent at Swansea. The wedded pair are the recipients of the well- wishes of their numerous friends and a host of handsome and valuable presents.

Aberaman. IF suffering from Dyspepsia, Indigestion' Constipation, Wind, &c., try Emrys Evans, Digestive Juice, which gives comfort and relief. BANKRUPTCY.—The Gazette announces the receiving order of John Morgan, 222, Cardiff-road, engineman and greengrocer. HOCKEY.—On Saturday last the newly- organised Aberaman Hockey Club played their first practice match at the Aberaman Park. The grounds were splendidly laid out" and the turf was in good condition. Quite a large number of players have joined the team.

Abercynon. WEDDING.—On Monday the 9th inat. a pretty wedding took place at the Congre- gational Church. The contracting parties were Mr James Lewis Jones, fireman on the Taff Vale Railway, and Miss Emma Loretta Harrison, the second daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Harrison. The chapel was well attended. The ceremony was performed by the pastor, Rev M. Jenkins, and Miss Blomley played the wedding march. The bride was given away by her father, and her brother was the best man. The bridesmaids were Misses Lily Mabel Harrison and Beatrice Maud Harrison, sisters of the bride, and Miss Loretta Lily Price, niece. The bride's dress was of white silk trimmed with passantry and tucked chiffon and baby ribbon, with white chiffon hat to match, trimmed with spray orange blossoms with white feathers. The bridesmaids' dresses were of white voile with hats to match. After the wed- ding a breakfast was partaken of at the bride's home, when afyout 40 were enter- tained. The happy couple entrained to spend the honeymoon at Bournemouth. The presents were costly and numerous.

Congregational Quarterly Meetings. The quarterly meetings of the Welsh Congregational Chnrches in North Gla- morgan were held at Noddfa Church, God- reaman, Cwmaman, on Tuesday, under the presidency of the Rev D. M. Davies, Cwm- bach. The suggested formation of a Welsh committee in connection with the London Missionary Society was approved, and the Rev E. Wern Williams, Hirwain, was ap- pointed representative. A deputation from Gilfach Bargoed asked that a cause be started there, and the appeal was referred to the Forward Movement with a request for immediate action.

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Mountain Ash. FAILURE.—The Gazette announces the receiving order in bankruptcy of Thos. Roberts, 16, Arthur-street, Miskin, collier, formerly tea merchant. MOUNTAIN ASH BRANCH N.S.S.—A Lec- ture will be delivered at the Lesser Hall, Workmans Institute, on Thursday, Oct. 19th, by Mr T. Bennett. Subject, Eternal Torment." Doors open at 7.30; admission, 3d.-Advt. NEW REGISTRAR OF MARRIAGES. Mr W. Spickett, Pontypridd, has appointed Councillor J. Charles, draper, Cynon House, Mountain Ash, registrar of marriages for the Parish of Llanwonno, in the place of the late Mr S. Shipton. AT A MEETING of the O'Connell branch of the United Irish League held on Oct. 8th a vote of thanks was passed to the Rev Father Irvine, for granting the use of the schools, wherein all meetings will be held in future. Several new members joined the League. THEATRICAL.—From an advertisement in another column it will be seen that splendid provision is being made for playgoers just now. On Friday and Saturday evenings, this week, Romany's Revenge will be presented by Messrs E. A'Dell and F. Chabot's powerful company. Miss Frances Delaval's excellent company will occupy the boards next week with The Biggest Scamp on Earth and Her Lost Self." PRESENTATION. Last Monday evening at Messrs Watkins' restaurant, Darren-rd., a presentation of a walking stick was made to Mr Somerton, who is leaving for South Africa. The presentation was made by the local Prudential staff, and Mr D. Price, superintendent, presided. An excellent spread had been prepared, for which Messrs Price, C. Lewis and Owen (Penrhiwceiber), were financially responsible. After the supper songs were rendered, and an address was given by Mr Price. ENGLISH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, MISKIN.-On Sunday, Harvest Festival sermons were preached at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. by the Rev Arthur E. Smith, of Black- wood, to large congregations. In the after- noon a pleasant service was conducted under the presidency of the Rev A. E. Smith, who delivered an address, as also did Messrs J. H. Brutton and H. Bolwell. Selections were rendered by the choir and part songs by Mr G. Morgan and family duet by Mr Bolwell and Master Percy Bolwell solos by Mr S. Moore, Mrs Pugh, Mr T. Richards, and Master C. Morgan recitations by Miss M. Morgan, Miss Bolwell, Miss E. Sidford, Mrs Marshman, and E. Robins, The church had been beautifully decorated with flowers, fruit and vegetables by the members and friends. On Monday a social harvest tea was provided for friends and visitors, and a good nurpber availed themselves of tea, which was under the care of Mrs Marshman, Mrs Watkins, Mrs Vaughan, and Miss Lewis, while Mr Vaughan boiled the water. After tea, the fruit and vegetables were disposed of, and the result is a substantial addition to the church funds. RECOGNITION.—On Wednesday evening Mr David Thomas, of Primrose Hill, late traffic manager to Messrs Nixon's Naviga- tion Co., was the recipient of a testimonial made by the officials, &c., of the company on his retirement after a period of 44 years' service. Mr William Thomas, Duffryn-st., in presenting Mr Thomas with a purse of gold, on behalf of the officials, &c., said that they were very pleased to have an opportunity of showing in a small way the respect and esteem in which Mr Thomas is held by his many friends. Personally he knew Mr Thomas well, having been in conjunction with him for a great number of years, of which he had pleasant recollec- tions. Mr J. Longman, who has succeeded Mr Thomas as traffic manager, and whose acquaintance with him extends over 33 years, said that a service of 44 years under the same company would in itself be suffi- cient testimony to one's loyalty to duty. Mr Thomas's amiable conduct in the fulfil- ment of his duties implied more than any words of his could express. He hoped Mr Thomas and Mrs Thomas would still be spared several years to enjoy a quiet and peaceful retirement. Mr Thomas feelingly responded and thanked all who had contri- buted towards the testimonial which he had the honour of receiving.

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Aberdare Education Committee. On Wednesday a meeting of the above Com- mittee was held. Present: Rev J. M. Jones (in the chair), Mrs Richards, Messrs D. P. Davies, E. Morgan, J. Davies, D. J. Thomas, T. Lewis, E. Stonelake, D. Davies, VV. Rees, M. J. Harris, R. L. Berry, L. N. Williams, W. T. Morgan, C. B. Stanton, J. Morris (clerk) and T. D. Jones (assistant clerk). ASKED TO WITHDRAW HIS RESIGNATION. The School's Management Committee's report stated that Edward James, Park School, had sent in his resignation, and that on the proposition of Mr T. Lewis, seconded by Mr J. Howell, it had been resolved that he be asked to withdraw his resignation. HIRWAIN JOINT SCHOOL COMMITTEE—NO QUORUM. There was no quorum at the meeting of the Hirwain Joint School Committee, and Mr D. J. Thomas now suggested that the members thereof should be fined for non-attendance, the same as the parents of absent scholars. "FOOTBALL ON THE BRAIN." SCHOOL BOYS LEAGUE CRITICISED. On behalf of the Schoolboys Football League Mr E. W. Rees wrote asking the Committee to give their sanction to the League and per- mission to the players to use the Schools for changing their clothes, the games to be played on Saturday mornings, under the supervision of teachers. Mr W. Rees moved that the application be not granted. They should not encourage excessive devotion to football. In these days many youngsters had football on the brain, and it was impossible to teach them anything else.— Mr D. J. Thomas seconded. He understood that playing football on the school playgrounds. was becoming quite common. He wished to discourage that dan- gerous practice.—Mr T. Lewis moved that the application be granted. If they would not grant it, it was possible that the boys would go to public houses to change their clothes.— Mr E. Stonelake I should be quite agreeable to grant the schools even to adults to change their clothes, in order to get them to avoid the public houses.—Mr Berry explained that the games would be played outside of school pre- mises and school hours.-Mr J. Davies favoured granting the request. He would like to see the assistant clerk, Mr T. D. Jones, having charge of the league.—The chairman observed that they would make a great mistake-morally and educationally—if they opposed this appli- cation.—The motion to grant the application was carried by 1I votes to 2. ON BEHALF OF LEPERS. One Mr Powell, ex-missionary, wrote asking permission to attend the schools to lecture and collect on behalf of the work among lepers in India.—Chairman If we grant this one, hun- dreds of similar applications will pour in.— Application refused. RE GADLYS HOUSE. Mrs Bevan, Gadlys House, wrote stating she had suffered, owing to building operations being carried on at her premises, to the tune of X20 a year, having lost the rent of two stables. Mr E. Morgan suggested that Mrs Bevan be given £ 15.—The matter was referred to the Building Committee. A NON-PROVIDING BODY. A communication was read from the County Council stating that they could not supply the pupil teachers attending the Merthyr Centre with text books.—Chairman: The action of the County Council is most ridiculous. On the motion of Mr Berry it was agreed that the Committee provide the books themselves. SALARIES OF TEACHERS DURING ILLNESS. Mr T. Lewis, in accordance with notice, moved that teachers be not deprived of their salaries when suffering from any infectious disease.—Mr J. Davies seconded.—Mr D. J. Thomas thought that the teachers were well- treated now. He was opposed to throwing away the ratepayers' money. Mr Stanton favoured some more comprehensive scheme. The teacher might contract the disease outside the school, and it was hardly fair that he should be compensated in such cases. He had no objection to remunerating teachers when it was thought that the illness had been con- tracted at school.—Mr L. N. Williams secon- ded Mr D. J. Thomas' direct negative.—The chairman suggested that the matter be rele- gated to the Committee which would be taking into consideration the general management of the schools.—Mr D. Davies held that no com- plaint had been received from any teachers regarding the old custom. Mr W. Rees en- dorsed the words of the last speaker. On being put to the meeting the motion was lost. LOOKING A GIFT HORSE IN THE MOUTH. Major Morgan, Lord Aberdare's agent, wrote stating that his Lordship was quite prepared to dispose with a piece of land, in compliance with the request of the committee, for the purpose of improving the approaches to Cwm- bach National School. — Mr D. J. Thomas suggested that they move a vote of thanks to Major Morgan for his consideration.—Chair- man There is no need of such thing. They are jolly glad to get rid of it. A QUESTION OF STONES. Mr Willis, the contractor of the new Gadlys School, wrote asking permission to replace a stone, of which he sent a sample, for the red wilderness stone, stated in the specification.— Mr E. Morgan moved that they adhere to the agreement. The red wilderness stone was a superior one to the othe ;.—Mr D. J. Thomas seconded and Mr Berry supported the motion, which was eventually carried. THE TRADE UNION RATE. Mr A. J. Colburn, the contractor of the work at Capcoch School, wrote offering to pay into the bank a deposit of 10 per cent in lieu of the usual sureties. He was prepared to pay the standard rate of wages, and employ local labour as far as practicable.—Mr Stanton: He says "the standard rate of wages," not the trade union rate.Clerk: He is bound according to the contract to pay the trade union rate.—Mr E. Morgan moved and Mr T. Lewis seconded that Mr Colburn's offer be accepted. This was agreed to.

WRONG IMPRESSIONS AND UNDERSTAFFING. The Rev. W. H. Jones, on behalf of the managers of the Cwmbach National Schools, wrote asking the Committee to sanction the appointment of Miss Mary Downing to that School. The chairman proposed that the matter be referred to the non-provided schools committee. The managers in advertising for teachers, and stating that they would be sub- ject to the Aberdare scale of salaries, were putting the teachers under a wrong impression altogether.—The motion was agreed to. Letters were read from Mr A. P. Jones, on behalf of the managers of the Town National School, and Mr J. Williams, headmaster, stating that the school was greatly under- staffed. They were unable to get teachers because the salaries were so low.—Chairman: Our schools are in the same position.—Re- ferred to committee. TIME-HONOURED MOTION. THE CHAIRMAN AND MR. STANTON. The Chairman, referring to Mr Stanton's, motion re corporal punishment, said that it was out of order, the Standing Order stating that a motion which had been twice negatived could not be re-introduced within six months. -Mr Stanton But, Mr Chairman, I did not lose twice. I scored once. Besides, I had it from the chair that I could bring on the matter in three months.—Mr Stonelake The motion was not negatived twice.—Chairman Consult the minutes then.—Mr Stanton I challenge the minutes.—Chairman (rising from the chair) I rule your motion out of order. The meeting is at an end. Attendance Com- mittee, please.—Mr Stanton You have not acted fairly you gave no reasons for your action.Mr L. N. Williams asked permission to read the Standing Order, which was granted. This rule stated that no twice-defeated motion could be renewed within six months.—Chair- man Besides, I have other reasons.—Mr Stanton You think yourself very smart, jumping out of the chair like that.—Chairman: You must obey the chair, Mr Stanton.—Mr Stanton Yes, you are in the chair now, but before long you will be out of it. I am not going to be dictated to by a preacher, especially one of your calibre, Are you afraid, or ashamed, or what ?—Chairman (vacating the chair) School Attendance Committee.

Mountain Ash Police Court. On Wednesday, before Sir T. Marchant Williams (Stipendiary), and Major M. Morgan. EJECTMENTS. Mr W. J. Shipton, on behalf of Mrs M. A. Taylor, applied for an ejectment order against Timothy Clery, 37, Napier-street. Thos. Morgan, secretary to a building club, applied for a similar order against Thos. Ashton, 24, Pentwyn-avenue, Pen- rhiwceiber. Mr Ben Thomas, clerk to Mr J. D. Mor- gan, accountant, applied for ejectment orders against Dd. J. Haddon, 11, Corona- tion-terrace, Penrhiwceiber, and James Williams, 7, Commercial-place, Matthews- town.—All were granted. DRUNKS. Timothy Leharne and Michael Sullivan, in Mountain Ash, 10s and costs each; Wm. and Ellen Hegan, in Tyntetown, 5s and costs each Wm. Humphreys, Tynte- town, 10s and costs; Henry Slee, Pen- rhiwceiber, 10s and costs; Griffith Roberts, Penrhiwceiber, 10s and costs. OBSTRUCTION. Dd. Price, Thos. Williams and Edwin Taylor, Penrhiwceiber, were summoned for obstructing the streets by jostling people. P.C. Charles gave evidence. The Stipen- diary severely reprimanded defendants and fined them 5s each. STRAY HORSE. Ellen Davies, Tyntetown, was summoned for allowing a horse to stray and was fined Is and costs. DAMAGING CAEGARW SCHOOLS. Jerry Cotter, Thos. Williams and Thos. Francis, 3 boys, were charged with dama- ging a building. Evan Thomas, builder, said that on Sept. 11 considerable damage was done to Cae- garw Schools, which were now in course of erection. The damage amounted to X2 10s. A boy named W. H. Lewis deposed to seeing Francis using a hatchet and cutting some wood. A boy 9 years of age, said he saw Collins throwing stones at 6 brick^ but he did not succeed in hitting down one of them. One boy's mother said there were heaps of boys in the building. Her boy had been to school that Sunday. Clerk That is where all the mischief is organised by them The Stipendiary ordered the boys to pay 5s each, including costs, and also 16s 8d each to cover the damages. STIPENDIARY AND THE T.V.R. Dd. Evans, Pontygwaith, was summoned for boarding a T.V.R. train at Abercynon, whilst it was in motion. Mr Norman Ingledew prosecuted. Thos. Jones, ticket collector, Abercynon. said that the affair happened on Sept. 25th. The train had started from the station, when the defendant rushed and tried to get in one of the compartments. ) Mr Ingledew: How fast was the train running ?—About 15 miles an hour. Stipendiary: What! 15 miles an hour going out of the station, and on the T.V.R. too ? J. Jones, the guard on that particular train, said it was going about 5 miles an hour. Stipendiary When we come to the next witness it will probably be 2 miles. If the train went at the rate of 15 miles an hour it would have reached Merthyr in time, and there was no sense in that. A fine of 5s and costs was imposed. PRISON FOR ARREARS. Jas. Williams was summoned by his wife, Sarah Ann Williams, for being JS16 in arrears on a maintenance order. Williams said he would not pay any, more unless he obtained receipts. He was sent to prison for 3 months. DESERTION. David Clery was charged by Warrant Officer Richards for deserting his wife and children, causing them to become charge- able to the Merthyr Union. Mr Richards said the defendant had now returned and was living with his wife and family at Bargoed. The sum owing to the guardians was Xl 6s. Defendant'was ordered to pay at the rate of 3s per week, in default 14 days imprison- ment. A BLACK LISTER. Charlotte Rees, a well-known character at Mountain Ash, was summoned for being drunk and disorderly in Cardiff-road. Defendant: I was driven to drink by a girl 17 years of age. Stipendiary: No, no; a girl could not drive you to drink. Defendant: She aggravated me to that extent, sir. She taunted me with having been in prison for 3 months. Stipendiary: I am afraid you must go back there again. You will have to pay 10s and costs and find two sureties of X25 each for good behaviour, or 3 months imprison- ment. BLACK LISTED. Wm. Williams, Tyntetown, was fined 10s and costs and placed on the black list. STOLE TREES. Gilbert Carpenter, Cefnpennar, was charged with stealing trees, the property of Lord Aberdare. E. Commons, gamekeeper, gave evidence of visiting the defendant's back yard and finding the trees there. Inspector Davies said that on September 28th defendant came to the police station and admitted that he had stolen the trees, adding; "I only did what I have seen others doing." The Stipendiary said it was a monstrous thing that trees should be cut down and stolen in this manner. He imagined that it was very difficult to keep trees owing to such men as defendant. A fine of C3 and 4s damages would be imposed. Next time the fine would be increased to £5. WILL BE PUNISHED HEREAFTER." Mary Jane Edwards, Penrhiwceiber: was brought up for stealing coal, the property of the Penrhiwceiber Coal Co. P.S. Davies gave evidence, and added that defendant gave the wrong name and address. She said her name was Sarah Jane Jones, 24, Wall-street, Matthewstown. I Defendant: The sergeant did not tell me who he was. I have only been living in the place a month. I cannot understand why he does not summon other people. I have seen hundreds stealing coal every day. Tons of coal have been carried to our street. Stipendiary: Don't speak too much. You do yonr case no good. You are telling tales out of school. We cannot punish you for telling lies. You will be punished for that hereafter. Your must pay 10s for stealing coal, and I would advise you to attend the Sunday School, so that you may not tell lies. DISCHARGED. Dd. Kendry, Miskin, was summoned at the instance of the Penrhiwceiber Colliery Co. for stealing firewood. Mr W. Kenshole prosecuted. P.S. Davies having produced the block of wood alleged to have been stolen, the Bench thought that it was not a case in which they would be justified in committing a man for felony. Mr Kenshole: All the company want is to protect their property.—Stipendiary (to defendant): You must not do it again. You are discharged. ASSULTS. Summonses and cross-summonses had been issued for assault against Edward Jones, Miskin, and D. W. Flowers, Cefn- pennar. Ald. J. W. Evans and Mr W. Kenshole appeared for the parties, but they announced that an agreement had been come to. Violet E. Burns, summoned Margaret E. Williams, Tyntetown, for assault. There was a cross-summons. Both were dismissed. ————— I

The Twins were Teething. Peptolaxa. worked Wonders. Mrs Mills is the happy mother of twins, boy and girl, now 21 months old, but her recollections of teething convey a lesson to all parents. She states :— # ;& MBs. MILLS'S TWIN CHILDBBS, Made well bu Pevtolaxa. "I wish to tell you of the wonders Peptolaxa has done for my twins, Clara Alice and Thomas Edward. They have had a lot of trouble in cutting their teeth. I had little rest, for they would cry in pain almost all night. They were feverish, had poor appetites, and vomited food. "Medicines and powders had no effect, but the first two tablets of Peptolaxa relieved the constipation and teething pains; they retained food and slept properly. Before we tried Peptolaxa they were always most irritable it has built up the health of my little ones."—Mrs. D. E. Mills, 53 Crossley-terrace, Hanson-lane, Halifax. peptolaxa ■ ■ POft BABES AND CMIUOKBH has a smile in every dose for the tender baba and the growing child. Dispels indi- gestion, wind, colic, and feverishness. Teething without tears. Sample sent free by Dr. Williams' Medicine Co., Holborn-viaduct, London. Sold at Is. ltd. at all branches of Boots Cash Chemists.

Tabernacle, Aberdare. HARVEST THANKSGIVING SERVICES WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, OCT. 15th. Sermons at 11 and 6. Children's Service at 2.30. PREACHER— Rev. J. Morgan Jones, M.A. PASTOR. Aberdare Lecture Society. SESSION 1905—6. The First Course of Three Lectures Will be delivered at the Memorial Hall, Aberdare, On the following dates. THURSDAY, OCT. 19th. Rev. HASKETT SMITH, M.A., F.R.C.S. The Marvels of the Nile." THURSDAY, NOV. 9th. Capt. W. J. P. BENSON, F.R.C.S. To the Southern Pacific across the Andes." (Both Lectures illustrated with Lantern Slides.) THURSDAY. DEC. 7th. Madame NNIE GREY, I.S.M. (Diplomde and Gold Medallist R.A.M., London). A Song-Recital entitled- The Gathering of the Clans (Jacobite).' Chair to be taken at each Lecture at 8 p.m. Admission-Course Tickets at 2/6 each, To be had from Members of the Committee and W. Griffiths, Hon. Sec.. 398, Cardiff Rd. Having renewed the Lease, J. M. EVANS, Gadlys, Aberdare, Begs to inform his many patrons that he is now showing the FINEST COLLECTION OF AUTUMN GOODS AT REASONABLE PRICES. See our Windows every Thursday night. SHOW ROOM on Ground Floor. School of Music, Monk Street, Aberdare. TOM JONES, L.R.A.M., A.R.C.O., Professor of Music, Mountain Ash visited weekly. PUPILS PREPARED in Pianoforte and Organ playing, Singing, Harmony, Counterpoint, and form for the practical and theoretical examinations of the Royal Academy of Music, Royal College, Trinity College, and London College of Music. Pianofortes and Organs of all the best makers at the lowest possible prices for Cash, or hire system.