The Aberdare Leader

I The Miskin Suicide. THE INQUEST. On Thursday last, at the Mount Pleas- ant Hotel, Miskin, Mr. R. J. Rhys (coroner) held an inquest on the body of Edgar Jeremiah Lawrence, aged 36, of 20, Thomas-street, Miskin, who com- mitted suicide on Wednesday morning about 9 o'clock, by cutting his throat with a razor. Replying to the Coroner, the widow said that her husband was a haul- ier, but had not worked more than two turns during the last ten months, having met with an accident. On Wednesday morning she had left him in bed along with the baby, and he told her that he felt very ill. At half past eight she took him a cup of tea. Shortly afterwards he came downstairs, bringing the baby with him. She advised him to go back to bed, and he went. She called him later, but received no reply. She then went up- stairsi and found him on the bed bleed- ing from the throat. His mother had said that he ought to be taken away, as he looked rather queer. Coroner: Why under the circumstances had the razor been left about ?—I had not seen it since mas. He did not shave him- self. The Jury returned a verdict of "Suicide whilst of unsound mind." Mr. A. T. James, solicitor, Pontypridd, watched the proceedings on behalf of the Miners' Federation, and Mr. W. E. Davies, the local secretary, for the Pen- rhiwceiber Lodge.

Social Evening at Penrhiwceiber. On Thursday evening last a very pleasant evening was spent by the young people of Penrhiwceiber and a few friends at the Public Hall. The tables were laid out in excellent style, and the follow- ing ladies attended:—Mrs. W. Jones, 143, Penrhiwceiber-road; Mrs. J. Jones, 4, Cynon-terrace; Misses Annie Whittaker, Miss Ada Amittaker, and Miss Carpen- ter, Lianharran. When full justice had been done to the good things provided, various games were indulged in, after which a few friends entertained the large gathering with songs, etc. Mr. J. Gorvin occupied the chair. Mr. G. Asplin pre- sided at the piano. After a few brief re- marks from the Chairman, the following programme was gone through: Piano- forte solo by Mr. G. Asplin in. his usual brilliant style. Comic song, Mr. W. T. Phillips, "What a funny thing is a baby," which created roars of laughter. Song, Mr. W. Chapman, "I wouldn't leave my little wooden hut for you," received with loud applause. Comic song, "Anti-fat" Mr. J. Gorvin (encored). He responded by singing "Bobbing up and down." A song by Miss Williams was beautifully rendered. A vote of thanks was accorded the chairman, and the National Anthem wound up a most enjoyable evening. The following were present: —Misses E. Gor- vin, S. A. Morgan, Blodwen Williams, M. Morgan, Blodwen Morgan, A. Davies, R. Davies, S. Childerstone, L. M. Thomas, S. A. Lloyd, M. Jones, 1. Davies, M. Bey- non, J. Edwards, M. Edwards, S. Evans, A. Oliver, E. M. Lewis, S. Richards, E. A. Richards, Catherine Davies, Gwen Lewis, Sarah Lodwick, Winifred Evans, Jane Davies, Maud Lloyd, L. Lloyd, A. Nicholas, A. Evans, N. Moor, M. Whit- taker, A. Whittaker, A. Stephens, Pen- rhiwceiber Misses M. Boobier, L. Adams, and M. Adams, Mountain Ash; Miss Carpenter, Llanharan; and Miss A. White, Pontypridd; Messrs. J. Gorvin, W. Owen, J. Price, E. Jones, Sam Davies, J. Clements, D. R. Morgan, G. Davies, S. Williams, M. Freedman, J. James, E. James, R. P. Osborne, Lewis Evans, D. Blacker, Henry Castle, E. W. Watkins, E. Jones, W. Chapman, H. Stern, R. E. Davies, W. Jones, A. Lewis, L. Hartland*, W. Davies, F. Jordan, J. Sullivan, W. J. Jones, J. T. Llewellyn, E. Williams, J. T. Morris, E. Lodwick, W. J. Lewis, J. D. Evans, F. W. Morgan, T. Pugh, C. Price, E. Price, Tom Williams, A If. lies, H. Oates, Penrhiwceiber; J. Jones and R. Jones, Abercynon; T. Bennett, Mountain Ash; W. Phillips, Miskin; and D. Ladd, Tyntetown; P. Cole, Ponty- pridd. Great credit is due to Miss E. Gorvin and the ladies who assisted, also to Mr. J. Gorvin, better known as "Archi- bald Willie," and Mr. W. Owen, alias "Percival Adolphus," upon the success of the function.

A Cwmaman Russian." AN "INFANT'S" APPEAL. In the Bankruptcy Divisional Court on Monday, before Mr. Justice Bigham and Mr. Justice Walton, the appeal in the case of a debtor v. the Official Receiver and the petitioning creditor, from the Aberdare and Mountain Ash County Court, came on for hearing. Mr. H. W. Brodie was for the appellant, the debtor, and Mr. H. A. McCardie was for the respondent. Mr. Brodie said this was an appeal by Edwin Williams, a Russian- Mr. Justice Bigham: A Russian? What is his name? Mr. Brodie said his name was Elias Khan, and he was born in Russia. His appeal was against a receiving order, dated 9th of January, made by the Regis- trar of the Aberdare County Court. The ground of the appeal was that the debtor wa.s an infant. Mr. McCardie said, in answer to Mr. Justice Bigham, he supposed the debtor had taken the name of Williams because having gone to a place near Pontypridd he thought he would not get credit in the name of Klhan. (Laughter.) Mr. Brodie said an affidavit had been received from the debtor's mother in Russia, and there was also an affidavit of his uncle, a watchmaker, at Pontypridd, as to the date of his birth. Mr. McCardie, in reply to Mr. Justice Bigham, said he was not instructed to oppose the rescission of the receiving order if the appeal were allowed without costs. The Court allowed the appeal without costs, and the petition was dismissed and the receiving order discharged. Mr. Justice Bigham: I understand you do not want to contend that this man is not an infant ? Mr. McCardie: No. The expense would be too great. Mr. Justice Bigham: The whole thing will be dismissed without costs.

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Hirwain. Kop's Iskey Sto"* stands alone as the best Temperance stimulant. Try it as an ,aid to digestion. Sole agent, H. McLaren, Trecynon. TABERNACLE.—The Rev. J. Hope iEvans (Mardy) was the officiating min- ister at this place of worship on Sunday NEBO—This old Church, of which the Rev. E. Wern Williams is pastor, has collected the handsome sum of J224 2s. 5d. "as the annual subscription towards the London Missionary Society. POSTAL.—Henceforth letters posted at Hirwain up to 8.50 a.m. will be de- spatched to Aberdare in time to fall into the second town delivery at 10 a.m., and will also fall into the 10 a.m. despatch for Swansea and West Wales, and the 10.15 a.m. for London, Bristol, Cardiff, and West of England, Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, and the North generally. A mail bag will be de- spatched from Aberdare to Hirwain at 3.23 p.m., and letters will be delivered to callers at 4 p.m. DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZES—At the lose of the evening service on Sunday evening about 36 children in connection with Nebo Sunday School were each pre- sented with a neat volume far collecting the handsome sum of Y,9 odd in aid of the London Missionary Society. The pastor, Rev. E. Wern Williams, made the presentation on behalf of the society, who also delivered an edifying address on mission work, and heartily congratulated the children on their untiring efforts in aid of such good work. G.W.R. TEMPERANCE UNION.-The monthly meeting of the local branch was held on Sunday afternoon, under the presidency of Mr. D. Jones (Inspector), who, in an able address, welcomed the large number of members and friends who had attended, remarking that the Temperance cause was progressing', not only with railway-men, but in the town generally. After a convincing address by Mr. Chas. John, a short but interesting programme was gone through. Solos were well rendered by Misses Polly Bevan, Mabel Edmunds, and Mrs. Dan Davies, followed by songs by Masters D. Edmunds, Davies, and Mr H. W. Lang- ford. Mr. H. W. Langford presided at the harmonium. TABERNACLE.—The weekly meeting -of the Temperance Society was held on Wednesday, Mr. Emrys Jones presiding. The following was the programme: Solos by Mr. D. D. Roderick and Miss Margaret ,G. Williams. Recitations by Miss Ade- line Davies, Mr. David Jones, Mr. W. T. Davies, and Mr. W. T. Lewis. Chorus by a party of children. Flute solo by Mr Robert Morris. Duets by Mr. Ithel Jones and Miss Lizzie Davies, and Miss Lizzie Wakefield and Mr. Freddy Wakefield. Mr. John A. Davies catechised the chil- dren. Mr. Daniel Roderick gave a ready- ing', and Missefl Katie Moseley and Keziah Thomas contributed a dialogue. The president gave a brief address to the .children, illustrating the meaning of the three mottoes, "The Clean Heart," "For- ward," and "A Sunbeam." Mr. W. T. Davies sang "Hyn fydd yn hyfryd," Miss Annie Jones presided.

Trecynon. Kop's Iskesy Stout stands alone as the bost Temperance stimulant. Try it as an aid to digestion. Sole agent, H. McLaren, Trecynon SACRED CANTATA. On Thursday last the sacred cantata entitled, "Bethle- hem," was performed at the New Public Hall by the Soar Baptist Choir, Llwyd- coed, under the conductorship of Mr. W. Lvans, assisted by en efficient orchestra Under the leadership of Mr. D. J. Mad- docks, Aberdare. Mr. W. Charlton Cox, M.A., occupied the chair. The principal .artistes were: Soprano, Madam Mary Llewelyn Evans, Llwydcoed; contralto, Madam Davies-Wall, Aberaman; tenor, Mr. John Walters, Abernant; bass, Mr. Wm. John Rowlands, Llwydcoed. The accompanist was Mrs. D. W. Price, Ivy ,Cottage. The proceedings were preceded by an excellent miscellaneous concert contributed by the afore-mentioned ar- tistes The rendering of the cantata that followed was highly appreciated, the sing- ing being of a high order. The secretar- ial duties were discharged by Mr. Tom Davies, Llwydcoed. The proceeds were in aid of the funds of Soar Chapel, Llwyd- coed.

Aberdare. Bowen's Windstor Stout is the Best Winter Drink. Try i t. Sold everywhere. For the best Garden Seeds in the valley o to Emrys Evans, Victoria Square. *° True to name. Value for Money.—For up-to-date Hats -and Caps, also Suits to measure (fit and .etyle guaranteed), go to J. A. Evans, the noted Hat Shop, Constitutional Buildings, Canon-street. Join at once the Aberdare Valley Permanent Money Society. Special bene- fits. Particulars from the Secretary, W- H. Pritchard, 35, Seymour-street. TRINITY.—The Rev. D. Tyler Davies, Bwlch, was the officiating minister at Trinity Chapel last Sunday. Mr. Davies preached to large congregations in the morning amd evening. BETHANIA.—On Sunday last the pui- r>it ,of Bethania C.M. Chapel was occu- pied by the Rev. W. J. Williams, Hir- wain. Mr. Williams' powerful ministry -is always greatly appreciated at Betiiania. CARMEL.-On Sunday Mr. Herbert Morgan, B.A., B.D., preached at Caimel, English Baptist Church. Mr. Morgan has studied at Oxford and at.Mar- bur" Germany, and is a scholar oi re pute'as well as an accomplished preacher ACKNOWLEDGEMENT.—George Lane ,and family wish to thank most sincerely Mr. David Elias, guard (T.V.R.), and others who rendered first aid and helped to convey their little boy, who was run over by an engine, resulting in the loss -of both legs on Saturday week. BIBLE CLASS -On Sunday afternoon, at the National School, St. John's Bible Class held their monthly meeting. A paper on "Ritual and the Laity," was read by Mr. T. J. Templeman. A dis- ■ cussion followed. The Rev. W. H. Jones, .B.A., closed the meeting with prayer. COLLIERY MANAGERS' EXAMS. Twenty-four students of the Universal Mining School, Cardiff (conducted by Mr T. A. Southern, late H.M. Inspector of Mines), have been successful at the ex- aminations recently held at Newcastle-on- Tyne, viz., thirteen in the first-class, and eleven in the second class. PERSONAL.-Mr. J. Arkite Phillips played principal oboe for the Newport Orchestral Society last Thursday, the orchestra numbering 60 performers. Mr. Phillips also played a "Core Anglais" obligato to Miss Jessie Goldsack, the eminent soprano who sang the "Cava- tina," from "Robert the Devil" (Meyer- beer). OBITUARY.—We deeply regret to re- cord the death of Mr. Frank Handley, the son of Mr. Handley, butcher, High- street. The deceased, who was only 30 years of age, had kept his bed for only a fortnight, his complaint being tuber- culosis and early on Monday morning passed away peacefully in his sleep. He leaves a widow and two children. He was a member of St. David's Presbyter- ian Church. Great sympathy is felt with his family and relatives. A.S.R.S.—OE; Saturday evening Mr. Jas. Holmes, organising secretary A.S.R.S., addressed a meeting of platelayers at the Cardiff Castle Coffee Tavern, and urged -the men to join the society. He re- marked that at present the whole of the platelayers on the Great Western Rail- way were petitioning the company for run increase of wages to the extent of 3s. a week, an eight hours day, and double rate for Sunday work. The society would give its entire support to that movement, and he was confident that if the bulk of the platelayers were in the society they would at once secure it. YOUNG PEOPLE'S SOCIETY.-This Society in connection with Tabernacle Church took the form of a Bachelors' Tea on Thursday last. The trayholders were Messrs. D. T. Davies, B. Lloyd, and T. Morgan, who were assisted by Messrs D. Lawrence, Morley Griffiths, Arthur S. Morris, and W. J. Harris. After the tea Mr. D. Phillips presided over an en- tertainment. Mr. J. Maurice gave an excellent pianoforte overture. Messrs. W J. Harris, Bertie Lloyd, Misses May Hopkins, and Elsie Warrilow sang. Messrs. J. Salmon and W. Pugh gave readings, and Mr. J, Williams gave eelfc tions on) the gramophone. Misses Alice S. Williams, L.R.A.M., and B. Hopkins accompanied. r CALF ARIA—Otn Sunday and Monday last special services were held at Uaiiaria Baptist Chapel. The officiating ministers were the Revs. E. Watkins, Loughor; D. D. Lewis, St. Clears; and D. C. Jones, Penygraig. On Sunday evening there was a very large congregation, when the Rev. H. Watkins delivered a very effec- tive sermon based on Mark v., 25-34. He dealt with the healing by Christ of the woman who had am issue of blood, and drew many appropriate lessons from the story of the miracle. The preacher di- vided his sermon as follows:—(1) The language of faith. (2) The labour of faith. (3) The success of faith. An im- pressive sermon by the Rev. D. D. Lewis followed. On Monday the Rev. D. C. Jones joined the other preachers. The meetings throughout were most fervid and very well attended. The services were conducted by the popular pastor of the church, the Rev. J. Griffiths. Mr. Daniel Griffiths was the precentor, and Mr. W. H. Perkins presided at the organ. I.L.P.-T'he weekly meeting of the local branch of the Independent Labour Party was held on Sunday night at Pugsley's Coffee Tavern, the room being well filled. Mr. Tom Bowen presided. Mr. W. W. Price, the secretary of the branch, gave an address on "Is it advisable to reduce the British Army at present ?" Mr. Price took the affirmative view, and spoke eloquently in favour of reducing the British Army to the number it was ten years ago. A discussion followed, which was animated and interesting, there being no dearth of ready speakers. The follow- ing spoke, some in favour of the reduc- tion and some for maintaining the pres- ent strength of our armaments: -Messrs. J. H. Bruton, W. Hopkins, A. Gosney, W. Edwards, George Richards, J. Prowle, T. Hedge, and the chairman. Mr. Price then replied to his critics. At the next meeting there will be a debate, to be opened by Messrs. Idris Davies and W. Hopkins. Subject: "Should M.P.'s who are also engaged in journalistic work re- ceive payment as Parliamentary Repre- ^ST^ELVAN'S—In the course of his ser- mon on Sunday evening the Rev. H. R. Johnson, M.A., dealing with "The value of Christian liberty," said: God mani- fested himself to Moses after 40 years in the wilderness, and he gave to Moses the startling command, "I will send you to Pharaoh." All revelations of God's nature must also be revelations of man's readiness to obey. Doctrine and duty aire inseparably linked together. We are inclined nowadays to speak of the creeds as dogmatic statements. When puzzled by many doctrines, let us ask ourselves, "What effect are the creeds having upon our daily lives?" Our creeds ought to create in us a desire to make sacrifices for God. Charles Kinge- ley once said that Christians were all free, not to do as they liked, but as they ought. Many cannot take a class in Sun- day School because it is a tie. Yet God has liverated us to serve him. Thomas a Kempis said, "We are bom, not for a throne, but for service." Let us value the liberty to serve the God who set us free. May we be quickened to take a higher view of our liberty, not for self- indulgence, but in the service of God Al- mighty who has done so much for us.

Cwmbach. Bowen's Windsor Stout is the Best Winter Drink. Try it. Sold everywhere. PREACHING SERVICES.—The anni- versary preaching services at Abernanty- gioes Unitarian Church will be held next Sunday, and also day evening. The preachers engaged this year are Rev. J. Hathren Davies, Cefncoed, vice-chairman of the Merthyr Board of Guardians, and Rev. D. Rhoslwyn Davies, Rhondda. U.T.A.S.—The Hope to Repcue Branch. Lodge of this society was held at Ynys- cynon School-room on Wednesday even- ing, when the following brothers and sisters were elected officers for the next three months: Chief warden, E. Jamee, vice-war den, Mary J. Lewis; deputy steward, Mary J. Evans; steward, Char- lotte Parker; registrar, David C. Evans; secretary, David T. Davies; correspond- ing secretary, Thomas J. Lewis; sentries, lago Evans and Johnny Griffiths; audi- tors, David Lloyd and Thomas E. Wil- liams. The programme for the evening was: Best story competition (5 competed), prize divided between Bros. David Lloyd and Thomas J. Lewis. Impromptu de- bate. 4 parties competed; prize awarded to Bros. John Lloyd and Edward EVans. Bro. David W. Wilcox adjudicated. A vote of thanks was given to all who took part and also to the retiring officers. Then the chaplain of the lodge, Bro. Ed. Evans, closed the meeting in prayer.

Aberaman. If you want the best Garden Seeds and true to name, go to Emrys Evans, Vic- toria Square Inspect his stock. Bowen's Windsor Stout—we consider this THE BEST Beverage we have yet succeeded in producing an Ideal Bever- age for the Winter. SUDDEN DEATH.-On Tuesday week Mr. Rees Davies, Commerce-place, famil- iarly known as "Rhys Fforchneol," was found dead in bed in his daughter's house, where he had resided for some time. Mr. Davies, who was 58 years of age, was well known in Aberaman and Cwmaman, and greatly respected. On Friday the interment took place at Aber- dare Cemetery, and was well attended.

Cwmaman. Kop's Iskey Stout stands alone as the best Temperance stimulant. Try it as an aid to digestion. Sole agent, H. McLaren, Trecynon. ERECTION OF OFFICES.—We learn that the Cwmaman Coal Co. contemplate building new offices at Cwmaman, which buildings will be on an extensive scale.

Abercwmboi. CHURCH ARMY.-For some time the Church Army Van has been stationed here. Religious literature has, been free- ly distributed, and addresses have been delivered by those in charge. MINISTERIAL.—Mr. Dd. Rhydderch, B.A., a native of this place, and who is an acceptable preacher and a scholar of distinction, has received and accepted an invitation to the pastorate of the Congre- gational Churches at Capel Isaac and Llanarthnay, Carmarthenshire. It was at Capel Isaac that the great Welsh divine, the late Rev. Dr. Rees, Swansea, was nurtured. Mr. Rhydderch began life as a compositor in Aberdare, which craft he relinquished, and subsequently was en- gaged for years in a drapery establish- ment in Barry Dock. It was while there that he commenced preaching. He went to Brecon College, and subsequently to Cardiff University College, and has just completed his course there. His many friends in Abercwmboi and the neigh- bourhood wish him success in his pulpit career. ¡

Penrhiwceiber. We all eat bread. Why not eat the best? If you have not tried it, do so at once. Try Ellaway and Co., Bakers, Penrhiwceiber. Advt. PERSONAL.-Tl,.e friends of Mr. E. Minton (India China Tea Co.) will be pleased to hear that he is rapidly' re- covering fiom his recent illness. F-UNERAL.-On Thursday last the mortal remains of Mr. William Prichard, 3, Glasslrook-terrace, were consigned to their last resting place at the Mountain Ash Cemetery. The funeral procession, which was very large, started from the house at 4 o'clock. The Rev. J. S. Jones, Vicar of Penrhiwceiber, officiated. The deceased was highly esteemed and re- spected ,n the neighbourhood, and deep sympathy is felt with the bereaved daugh- ter. ACCIDENT.—On Friday morning last David Stokes, a single man residing at 116, Woodfield-terrace, a haulier, em- ployed at the Penrhiwceiber Colliery, was driving a tram of coal wheal a fall oc- curred, burying him beneath it. Some colliers, seeing what had happened, hur- ried to the spot and quickly extricated him. His back is severely sprained, and both legs and forehead are badly bruised. He also suffers considerable pain in the eyes. FIRE.—A fire occurred at the lesidence of Mr. E. Williams, hairdresser, 51, Pen- rhiwceiber-road, on Saturday morning last. The chimney of No. 49 took fire, igniting the joists and burning through to No. 51, which caused the landing to take fire. It must have been burning for some considerable time before it was noticed by Mr. Williams, who immediate- ly threw a couple of bucketfuls of water on it, thereby putting it out.

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Letters to the Editor. i THE ALLOTMENT HOLDERS AND MR. CORNELIUS LEWIS. Sir,—Allow me to repeat my statement re the Darranlas Ward, and to say that we as allotment holders never in any one of our meetings even suggested that we should support Mr. Cornelius Lewis. This is the truth, and nothing but the truth, and II will defy even "Jack Jay" to prove otherwise. It is "Jack Jay" that suffers from an eclipse of memory and not myself. If a man makes a blunder through bad memory he is to be pitied more than blamed, but when a man tells a deliberate falsehood he is to be blamed more than pitied, and this is just what "Jack Jay" has done. He tells us that he can distinctly remember the promise being made in the Napier's Hotel to the effect that Mr. C. Lewis should have the support of the allotment holders. To me this is most amusing, (but very character- istic of "Jack Jay." Now, sir, let me prove to you what a terrible stranger to the truth this man is. I deny that we as allotment holders ever held a single meeting at the Napier's Hotel, and I would advise Jack Jay to learn to be truthful above all things, for the good old Book tells us that a liar shall never enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Jack, think of this, and oblige.—Yours truly C. L. REES. Woodland-street, Mountain Ash. T. JENKINS. O. GRIFFITHS. E. JONES. R. WILLIAMS. JOHN MILSOM.

TRICKY PUBLISHERS AND TRASHY SONGS. Sir,—In the programme of the Moun- tain Ash Easter Eisteddfod one of the songs for competition is, "How do I love thee." It is not stated in which key it is to be sung, although the song is only written in two keys, both 'being prac- tically a tenor's compass. It is, about time Eisteddfod Committees took a little trouble to ascertain the keys of a song, and state explicitly which key a song is to be sung in. I also doubt whether any- one on the committee has seen the song at all. It is disgraceful that publishers should be allowed to choose any song for competitive purposes. It is a brilliant idea (from a financial standpoint) to re- quest publishers and composers to give a prize, and in return a work of theirs will be performed, but it does not tend to raise the standard of music in the dis- trict. For a wonder the two songs down on the programme are above the average, but it is, practically the first time pub- lishers have sent a decent song for com- petition. There is no reason why a select musical committee should not be formed in connection with, every Eisteddfod for the purpose of trying over any piece for competition, so that competitors could learn and Sing something worthy of their talents, and something that an audience outside eisteddfodau would appreciate. Songs have been given to competitors which were nothing less than caricatures of harmony and composition, and com- petitors have had to sing the trash, and worse still, the audience have had to sit and listen to it. Committees would be doing themselves and the public some good if instead of looking at the financial side of things they would give more con- sideration to the musical part. If a com- mittee is arranging an eisteddfod, the best way is to put every item on the pro- gramme as clear as possible, so that no mistake can occur. The publishers of this song, "How do I love thee," have sent down two different keys to two com- petitors, which only means that they know it will be found out, and each com- petitor will have to procure the two keys. This is a trick which could be guarded against and av.«j'„Hd if committees would only exhibit a little common sense.—I am, etc., J. MAURICE. 27, Seymour-street, Aberdare.

MINERS AND THE FEDERATION. Sir,—Will you allow a few more lines to put this controversy right, if possible, as it is not a question for a few weeks or months, but for years, and it should be ended one way or the other. It is not gcod to see such unpleasantness in the press as tbis. The world comes to see and know things it should not know. This so-called ''criticism' is taken by thousands in the wrong light. They put the wrong construction on things. They take it, in ths first place, as being entirely against the Union; but no, it is the present sys- tem of working that the men cry against. The principle of union is all right, all grades of society find that helpful, let them be rich or poor and if any class of men require to be a federated body, it is the working class. But it is no use to pay for years and then at the end of the time to be, as one says, not worth ten shillings per head. Better a thousand times put your shillings in the savings' bank. Just one point t the voung boys of to-da:- "ne grea* railway icmpany employs 80,000 men and b.ys, 70,000 of whom have invested in their own rail- way savings' bank X600,000 in all. Fifty thousand of them are total abstaineis from all intoxicating liquors. This is the Little Lamb to pay! No, friends, the fundamental principle of union is good. Why do numbers of other classes of men keep up their unions? No controversy there. But the management of their business is doue out- side of public houses. It is no use minc- ing matters. We must come to a point, or things will never be better. Re the agent's expenses, I know nothing of them, only what people talk. But there is a grave misunderstanding here. Some speak as if the agent could and did spend the money just as he liked, and as if he were responsible for all. But no, whatever the agent gets in any and every way, there are others that are more re- sponsible than he is. The agent is only a servant. It is the management com- mittee of the district that is responsible for the out-going of cash. It is the men you send from. the pits you have to blame, more so than the poor agent. When the agent brings in bills for anything, who questions them? Does anyone dare to be a Daniel? No. It's all very well to be a big man outside. But when these bills are presented no questions are asked. But en the impulse of the moment one is on his feet moving their payment. If the agent gets too much for this and that, as the people say, others are as responsi- ble as he is for the same. There is no doubt but that the agent costs a lot. But at the same time he is a good fellow. You will not buy and sell him in the same day at any price. If this high payment is the sole grievance of the union ques- tion, then the agent is not the only one overpaid. We know well there is a vast difference between what some men get for some undertakings, and what the average man gets for cutting his ton of coal. I am not the only one to express this. We have a lot of "useful men," as they call themselves, in some of these movements. Yes, numbers of them that can do some big jobs, but the small ones they cannot do. Ask them to help you to carry on some children's meeting, etc. No, no, they have no time. No public platforms there. No press reporters there—the world will not know of it. No, my friends, but God will know it. We must get love and unity as well as money and unity. It is bad for a non-unionist when he is dead, he has to walk to his grave! Con- cerning a Cwmbach non-unionist who died the other day, it was passed in a meeting that they would not stop for the poor fellow's funeral!—I am, etc., „ W. A. DAVIES. i udor House, Aberaman.