The Aberdare Leader

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GODREAMAN AND ITS CRITICS. With all due deference to the views of the gentlemen who are so anxious to re- cbristeni "Godreaman. and call it "Tre- anian," or some other designation, weare bound to say that their parochial zeal is far in excess of their etymological Imow- ledge. We do not know who gave the dis- trict that skirts the land of Aman the name "Godreamau," but we hold that it is most appropriate. According to the dictionary, "godre" means "a skirt, a border, an edge; the lower edge." There- fore, Godre Aman means the skirt, the border, or the lower edge of Aman. Godreaman being situated at the lower edge of Cwm Aman, we hold that the name is geographically appropriate. Ori- ginally the name "Amaim" might have applied only to the river that flows through the "ewm" of Aman, but in Wtslslh nomenclature it is a most common thing for a valley to be known by the name of the river that flows through it. Tlake the name Cynon, for instance. Not only is the river known by that name, but also the valley itself. We do not kniow oni what grounds it is aHeged that Godreaman is not a pure Welsh word. It is as Welsh as "Pwllheli" or "Gilfach- gcch," and has the additional virtue of being pronunciable by a Saxon tongue. This agitation for the abolition of 'Godre- aman' is to us inexplicable. So far, the name stands uncondemned at the bar of public opinion, and until some more in- criminating evidence is produced the Dis- trict Council have no right to depose Godreaman, a name that is euphonious, geographically correct, and is purely Cymric.

Catholic Young Men's Society, Mountain Ash. A meeting of the above Society was held on Sunday the 3rd inst, when it was unanimously decided to make arrangements for an outing to Weston on Tuesday, June 26th. Any friends wishing to join, are kindly requested to give their names in not later than Sunday, June 17th. AH par- ticulars may be obtained from the Secretaries, P. Phelan, Oxford-street and J. Murphy, 10, Beckett-street.

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Herr Kalman Ronay at Aberdare. HIS FIRST VISIT TO WALES. On Whit-Tuesday last, two grand violin recitals were given at the Market Hall by Herr Kalman Ronay, professor of violin at Hampsted Conservatoire and Guilford Hall School of music, London, one of the world's greatest violinists. This was his first visit to Wales. He was assisted by Miss Bertha Bird, the great Australian soprano, who has the highest register of voice in the world,— the accompanist being Professor, Richard Epstein, professor at Vienna Conserva- toire. There was a large and appreci- ative audiences at both the afternoon and evening performance. The hall had been tastefully decorated for the occasion. The function was in aid of Mr Tom Jones, 14 Stag Street, Trecynon, the Welsh miner violinist, who was the winner of the Kalman Ronay Scholarship, Hampstead Conservatoire. London, tenable for 3 years. The afternoon programme opened with a very powerful rendering of Devil's Trille Sonata from Tartine (comp, 1730), by Professor Kalman Ronay, who was vociferously cheered. This was followed by three delightful songs contri- buted by Miss Bertha Bird, viz Spring, (Tosti); -1 Crossing the Bar," (Willeby); and I am a merry Cingara," (Balfe). Miss Bird soon became popular with the audience, whose approbation was manifested several times. Professor Richard Epstein next came forward with a masterly pianoforte rendering of two German Dances, (Beethoven Geiss). Professor Kalman Ronay's rendering of Concerto" in E minor, op. 64, from (Mendelssohn) fairly captivated the aud- ence. Miss Bertha Bird reappeared with two pretty songs "Love's Adoration," (C. Deacon) and Saper Vorreste" (Verdi). Professor Kalman Ronay concluded the programme with three very intricate selections (a) Air on the G. String," (J. S. Bach), (b) "Berceuse," (Beatrice Parkyns), and (c) a Spanish Dance, from Sarasate. The evening's programme was still a greater success. It opened with a clever interpretation of "Faust Fantasie," (Gounod-Sarasate), by Professor Kalman Ronay. The feature of this rendering was the wonderful expression of the technical parts of the composition. Miss Bertha Bird next sang (a) Merry Cricket (La Cigale) from Audran; and (b) "All for you." (Guy d' Hardelot). In singing the concluding bars of the last named song Miss Bird justified her re- putation as one possessing the highest register of voice. Professor Richard Epstein then played selections from Gurfeld and Schubert—Fischhof—(a) Romance," and (b) Rosamande," with grace and precision. This was followed by a vigorous and spirited ren- dering of Concerto," in D minor, from (Vieuxtemps), by Professor Kalman Ronay who had to respond to a vigorous encore. Miss Bertha Bird crowned her achievements with her magnificent ren. dering of "Laughing Song," (Manor Lescaut) from Auber, and April," from Cowdell. In response to an outburst of cheering Miss Bird sang Kentucky," very prettily. Afterwards, Professor Ronay played, by special request, the Devil's Trille Souato." He concluded ] the evening's recital with.two extremely < difficult pieces (a) "Nocturne," ?Chopin- ] Wilholmy), and (b) "Rhapsodie hor- 1 groise," (Hubay). Miss Bird's rendering ] )f the National Anthem terminated the joncert. The two performances were ] 1 distinct success, and reflected great credit in the energy and enterprise of the com- ] nittee-of whom Mr H. H. Evans, M.E. r Bwllfa, was the chairman—in their effort i io assist Mr Tom Jones, whose progress, I mr reporter has been informed by Pro- i 'essor Kalman Ronay, has been very E 'avourable. The secretarial duties were r ibly discharged by W. H. Davies, Bell a Street, Trecynon, The artistes were the t quests of Mr and Mrs Harrison, cashier, c Jwmdare.

Sons of Temperance. At Trinity Vestry Aberdare, on Satur- day evening last, an open Lodge Meet- ing was held in connection with the Hope of the Aberdare Division," of the above Society, The chair was taken by Bro- ther D. James, chaplain. The first item on the programme was a pianoforte over. ture "Les Chochettes," which was ad. mirably rendered by Mr Burrows, who accompanied during the evening in the absence of Professor Tom Jones. This was followed by the chairman's address. He explained that the object of the meeting, was to do honour to the esteem- ed Treasurer of the Division, Brother Thomas George, who is retiring after 30 years service. He added that the sum to be given to Bro. T. George was but a small one, but it was given with a good heart, and he hoped that their Brother might live to do much good service. Solo In the sweet Maytime," by Miss Gwennie John, followed by an address by Bro. Henry Bryant, who said that it was impossible to condense the 30 years -ser- vice of their Treasurer into a 5 minutes address. That meeting was called to give Praise where Praise was due. Bro. George was one of those who founded the Society in Aberdare, and had acted as Treasurer ever since. This society (he said) had more than one object. It was a Benefit Society and as such, it had the proud record of always having been able to meet all demands. It was a Soc- iety formed to alleviate the pain and suff- ering that Drink caused throughout the land. He wanted each member to take an active interest in the society. Mr C. H. Laurence recited Not weak enough to sign." Then the chairman called upon Mrs Walter Lloyd to make the presenta- tion of a purse of gold to Bro. George. Mrs Lloyd thought it was very prudent and right to take notice of faithful ser- vants during life and not neglect them through life and erect grand monuments over their graves. She was glad to see so many institutions being formed for the purposes of selfhelp and thrift. Mrs Lloyd also referred to the recent speeches of the King in which he said that -1 Benefit Societies had been a great boon to the country for 50 years, in fact they were a bulwark to the throne." Mrs Lloyd also referred to the fact, that a teetotaler was very seldom met with in our workhouses. She had come there that night because she was an honorary member of the Sons of Temperance," and because she always liked to encourage Temperance and Up- rightness. Bro. T. George in responding remarked on the number of young bro- thers who were strong, able, and willing to go on with the work, and help to conquer the great foe. It had given him pleasure to work for and recommend this society. Letters were read from Bros. George Parr and W. J. Phelps, regretting their inabil- ity to be present. Addresses were given by Bros. W. Laurence, W. T. James, and W. Rogers, and solos were given by Mrs J. S. James, Miss Parry, and Miss John. A violin solo, Tarantella," by Bro. J. Minnet, Jun., concluded a very pleasant meeting.

Sunday School Anni- versary at Hirwain. On Whit-Sunday the Sunday School Anniversary services of the English Wesleyan Church were held, when powerful and eloquent sermons were preached by Mr W. H. Mayne, of Barry Dock, in the morning and evening to large: congregations. In the afternoon a musical service was held when the choir gave an artistic rendering of that pretty and interesting service of song, entitled Little Abe to a crowded congregation. It was under the able leadership of Mr Frank Collier. The choir proved in their various renderings that they are being well trained. The prin- cipal soloists were Mrs W. Flooks, Mrs R. H. Weston, Mrs W. Wheeler, Mrs J. Handsford, Miss Daisy Hillier, and Miss Annie A. Roderick, while a chorus was given by Mr B. A. Williams and friends. Mr W. H, Mayne undertook the duties of reader. Mr Fred Eddy ably accom- panied on the organ throughout the services. At the evening service the choir sang the anthem, 10 What are these ?" the solos being taken by Miss Maggie John and Mr Henry collier. Sat- isfactory collections were made in aid of the Sunday School funds. On Whit-Monday the annual tea of this Sunday School was held, the weather being very favourable. The interesting event came off on the green field, kindly lent by major G. R. Powell, J. P. The fun- ction proved most successful, and a record number attended. The tables were gracefully presided over by Mrs J. Handsford, Mrs Hodges, Mrs R. H. Weston, they being ably assisted by Misses Flora Evans, May Jones, Clara Jones and others. The cutters were Miss Flora Evans, Mrs W. Flooks, and Mrs T. J. Tucker, while Messrs A. Harding, W. Wheeler and W. Smith attended to the brewing. After tea innocent games were indulged in. Messrs T. J. Tucker and Ern- est Jones ably assisted in providing enjoy- ment for the juveniles, and gifts of sweets and oranges etc. were distributed among 1 bhem. Mr F. W. Caunt, Aberdare, satered. < (

Pontypridd Band Contest. LOCAL SUCCESSES. The third annual band contest promo- ted by the Pontypridd Athletic Club 'was held on the TaffVale Park on Wednesday afternoon. There were good entries and a splendid attendance. The surprise of the day was the inability of the famous Ferndale Band to get a place in the prize list in the first section. The adjudicators were:—First section, Mr John Paley, Shipley; third section, Mr J. Baily, Pentre. Awards:— Third section, test piece Carmelite," for the Crown Brewery Cup. —Nine bands competed, viz., Gilfach Goch, Cwm and District. Albion Colliery, Aberdare Town, Aber Valley, Nantymoel, Dinas, Mountain Ash Hibernia, Lewis- Merthyr. First, Aberdare second, Lewis. Merthyr third, divided between Moun. tain Ash and Nantymoel. First section, test piece 11 Souvenir de Meyerbeer." Six bands competed, viz., Mountain Ash Volunteer, Ferndale Prize, Aberaman Silver, Aberdare Town, Cory Workmen, and Tonyrefail. First, Aber- aman second, Tonyrefail: third, Moun- tain Ash Volunteer. The holders of the 100-guinea shield were Tonyrefail. Aber. aman are now the holders of the shield

Noddfa Baptist Churchy { Trecynon. | On Wednesday evening the unveiling °' r.emo r ial stones took place at Noddfa baptist Chapel, Trecynon. Prior to the ervice silk handkerchiefs which had been )laced on the memorial stones laid in iamuary last, were removed and takea way as mementoes of the event. The lEv. W. Harries, Aberdare, ex-presided )f the Welsh Baptist denomination, was presented with a. silver key, bearing a suitable inscription, and with this he )pened the chapel door. The key was presented him by Mrs. Henry Lewis, aDd ;he rev. gentlemamj briefly returned lianks. The Rev. W. Thomas, Cwmdare, conducted a service, and addresses were ielivored by the Revs. G. Llechidon Wil- liams, Godre Aman; W. E. Harries, Beu- lah, Aberaman; J. Morgan (C.M.), Bcyn Seion; and H. T. Stephens (C.M.), Car- mel, Trecynoar. One of the memorial stones was by Master D. M. W. Evans, only son of the late Ald. Evans, Hirwain, who was buried that day. That stone was draped in black in memory of the late Mr. Evans. On the proposition of Mr. D. Richards, deacon at Noddfa, seconded by Mr. H- Lewis, deacon, a vote of condolence with Mrs. Evans in her bereavement was- passed amid manifestations of great sor- row. The remaining stones were by the fol- lowing:—Messrs. Henry Lewis, J. H. Lewis, T. Evans, E. Richards, T. Evans, 1. O. Jones, J. Davies, J. Thomas, T Bayton, D. T. Owen, D. Rees (builder), T. W. Millar (architect), D. H. Harris, T. Jonse, D. L. Thomas, H. H. J. Fithenf. f William John, and Walwyn Jones; I Mrs. H. Harris, Misses Hilda Williams, | L. Williams, S. Evans, E. M. Barton, j Mary Evans, H. Thomas, E. M. Thomas, G. M. Thomas, E. Thomas, E. A. Jenkins,. Florence Marion Harrison, daughter of Mr. F. Harrison, Bwllfa Collieries; A. J. | Harris. <

Church Lads Brigade. ¡ ABERAMAN COMPANY. I The above company, under the com-- | mand of Captain Owen, assisted by Lieu- | tenant Stanton, took part in field day r manouvres on the Maerdv Mountain on Whit-Monday last. ¡. The enemy was sighted about 10.30 a.m. ) holding the main road from Aberdare to Maerdy on the crest of the hill. The lads scaled the mountain in real skirmishing order, iand after a stiff struggle, during which they preserved admirable disci- pline, they succeeded in ousting their op- ponenits from their position, and finally were masten31 of the situation by 2.30 p.m. The' lads then laid) down their arms,, and partook of* light refreshments, and after a short, rest marched back through Aberdare to headquarters, covering a dis- tance of over 12 miles over rough and uneven country in the heat of the day. Great credit is due to the lads for the able way in which they performed their task, and obeyed orders, and also for the enthusiasm they showed throughout the day. Altogether, the manouvres, which had: been postponed" from Easter Tuesday through unavoidable circumstances, were- a success in every way, and will do much to help retain the high order of efficiency the St. Margaret's Squad show at the- present. —————————————————— t

Eisteddfod at Bethel, Trecynon. uoi vveanesaiay evening a successiul eis- teddfod was held at Bethel Chapel. The president was Mr. E. Qgwen Williams, E.R.G.S., County School, who also adju- dicated the literary items. Mr. Thomas Morgan, Griffith-street, adjudicated the singing. The accompanist wais Mr. Wm. Davies, Evans'-plaoe. Secretary, Mr. D. O. Davies, 13, Whitcombe-street, Aber- dare. The following were tho awards:- Chief Choral-test piece, "York," from "Y Caniedydd." Prize divided between Mr. John Jones' choir and Mr. S. Bar- ber's choir, both from Bethel. Juvenile Choir Competition—test piece, "Iesu'n Bugail Dia," Miss Ruth Davies' Choir. Quartette, "How can I bear to leave thee," Mr W. Lewis (Eryr Llwyd), Llwyd- coed, and party. Soprano solo, "Gwlad y Delyn," Mrs. Richards, Gadlye, and Miss Edith Ed- wards, equal. Tenor solo, 'Rwy'n myn'd," nine com- peted, Mr. John Walters, Abernant. Bass solo, "Chwyfiwn Faner," Messrs. Lewis Williams, Trecynon, and W. J. Rowlands, Llwydcoed, equal. Alto solo, "Yr Hogyn Drwg," Mr. L, T. Peters, Merthyr, and Miss May Mor- gan, Gospel Hall-terrace, Gadlys, equal. Girls' solo, UWyres Fach Ned Puw," Miss Blodiwen Edwards, TudDr-terrace,. Recitation, "Ymson y Meddwyn," seven competed, Mr. Wm. Jenkins. Children's recitation, "Beth Wed'yn/* Miss May Morgan. Essay on "Alcohol," Mr Luther Davies,. Whitcombe-street.

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