The Aberdare Leader

Mountain Ash. RAILWAY STRIKE settled by Lloyd George. Doesn't it strike you that your clothes are looking shabby? Tom Davies, Commercial-street, Mountain Ash, has some striking styles and patterns. DISCLAIMEK-Mr. Walter Davies, 1, Quarry-road, desires it to be known that he is not the W. Moses Davies who ap- plied for an administration order at the last Mountain Ash Court. PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHURCH. Last Sunday the chapel anniversary services were held at the above place of worship. Mr. Albert Adams (Crumlin) preached in the morning and evening, and the Rev. D. W. Davies, B.A., in the afternoon. Large congregations assem- bled at each service. WILL.-The Rev. Thomas Tower Hughes, of Bryn Derwen Villa, Aberdare- rOiid, pastor of Rhos Baptist Chapel for 14 years, who died on 21st August last at the County Asylum, Carmarthen, intestate, left estatejvalued at £ 508 15s gross, of which Z385 8s iod is net personalty, and letters of administration have been granted to his widow, Mrs Annie Hughes, of Bryn Der- wen Villa. RHOS M.I.S.—On Monday last the Rhos Mutual Improvement Society held their third meeting this winter, when Mr. J. D. Morgan read a paper, subject, Has the Eisteddfod benefited Wales as a nation ?" Mr. Morgan said it had edu- cationally, morally, end financially. The following took part in the discussion that ensued:—Messrs. John James, Cornelius Lewis, R. Morgan, John Williams, Jacob Thomas, J. Protheroe, Wm. J. Williams, H. Powell, T. Edmunds, Miss Amelia Davies, Messrs. David Williams and Dd. Thomas (chairman). The usual vote of thanks terminated a very instructive meeting.

Abercynon. OBITUARY.—We regret to record the death of Mrs. Morgan, wife of Mr. Wm. Morgan, Swan House, which took place on Monday. Much sympathy is felt for the family in their sad bereavement. INTERMENT.—On Tuesday the mor- tal remains of the wife of Mr. Edwin Jones, Aberdare-road, were interred at Aberfan Cemetery. The Rev. J. Davis, Nazareth, Abercynon, officiated. A large number of friends attended. AMUSEMENT. Undar Two Flags" and The Gamester of Metz were exel- lently st iged at the hall last week. The Sign of the Cross is billed for Saturday and Monday next, Nov. 9tli and 11th, and should oertainlv meet with good support. SACRED CONCERT.—A grand sacred concert was held on Sunday evening at the Workmen's Hall. Mr. Carl Her- mann with his bioscope showed pictures from "The Life of Christ." SHOW CARDS.—A show cards will shortly take place at the local colliery. The secretary will receive contributions en Saturday, Nov. 9th, in order that the non-unionists may clear up arrears for the show cards, and thus avert a stoppage of the colliery. LECTURE.—On Thursday evening an excellent leture was given at the English Congregational Chapel under the aus- pices of the Christian Endeavour Society. The lecturer was Mr. B. P. Evans, Tre- harris. Subject, The Breaking and Making of Giants." The speaker dealt with the making of character in chil- dren. This is the first lecture of a series which are to be given. The chair was taken by Eev. Morgan Jenkins. WEDDING.—On Thursday last, at Penuel Calvinistic Methodist Church, Pontypridd, a pretty wedding was solemnized. The parties were Mr. Owen Richard Jones, The Bristol and North- ampton Boot Stores, Abercynon, eldest son of Mr. Edward Jones, checkweigher, and Elizabeth Ann, the eldest daughter of Mr. George Jenkins, 4, North-street. The bride wore a heliotrope costumft with wh.i"-e hat, and was given away by her fati ,r. The bridesmaids were Miss Cas-ie Jenkins, sister of the bride, and :Mif; E. Evans. Mr. Jack Jones, brother of the bridegroom, performed the duties of best man. The Rev. Wm. Jones, Tabernacle, officiated. A breakfast was given at the bride's father's borate, and later in the day the happy couple left for London, where the honeymoon is being spent. BILLIARD MATCH.—The Abercynon Senior Billiard Team played their first match on Wednesday evening at the Workmen's Institute. Ynvshir came over with an excellent team. Both teams won four games out of the eight, but Ynyshir scored the most—139 pointa. This was their third match. Scores.- Ynyshir Senior: Abraham Bowen, 123; Foster Jones, 144; Sergt. Davies, 150; Thomas Hoskins, 150; Isaac Davies, 110; Albert Hazell, 150; N. Billington, 150; M. Benjamin, 130; total, 1,107. Aber- cynon Seniors: William Young, 150; Dd. Hughes, 150; Peter Bedford, 73; Will Rowlands, 112; David Gwilym, 150; Ed- gar Treharne, 56; J. Morgan, 127; W. G. Powell, 150; total, 968. The game be- tween Young and Bowen was a treat to watch. Hughes and Jones both gave an excellent exhibition, the result being in favour of Hughes. Bellington and Sergt. Davies outclassed their opponents. COFFEE SUPPER. On Wednesday evening a grand coffee supper was held at the Vestry of the English Congrega- tional Ohapel. The tables were taste- fully laid, and were presided over by Mrs. Kelly, Mrs R. H. Pugh, Mrs. Fred Blake, Mrs. Joy, Mrs. Burge, Miss Cheen, Miss Mary Edwards, Mrs. Thomas (Big- field House), Mrs. Jones (Bassett-street), Mrs. Norton, Mrs. Bowen, Mrs. Harri- son, Mrs. Joss Price, Mrs. Jos. Matthews, Mrs. Matthews (Glancvnon), Mrs. Ley- shon Jenkins, and Mrs. Blight. The carvers were Messrs. E. H. Battram and Thomas Jones. The committee-Mrs Edwards (The Farm), Mrs. Hiscock, Miss Sarah Edwards, Miss Cheen, Mrs. Norton. Mrs. Bowen, Mrs. Thomas Joy, Mrs. Hyde, Mrs Bowen, Mrs Jones (Aber- cypon-road), Mrs. W. T. Jones, Miss Coles, and Mrs. Fankes made excellent arrangements, the whole affair being a thorough success. All the provisions were given gratis by the members. The proceeds were in aid of the church funds. SOCIAL.—On Monday, at the Work- men's Hall, a grand social evening was spent under the auspices of the local branch lodge of the Enginemen, Stokers, and Surface Craftsmen's Association. The tables were presided over by Mrs. Charles Gregory, Mrs. Bevan, and Mrs Robert Griffiths, while the catering was carried out by Mr. H. Bishop. During the tea selections were rendered on the piano by Miss E. Gould, Abercynon. At the variety concert the chair was taken by Mr. William Woosman, general secre- tary, who delivered an address upon the need of funda to relieve the disabled members. He thought that this social gathering would be the means of uniting the members more closely together, which would be a boon to the association in gen eral. The first item in the programme was an overture by Mr. W. Moselev, which was followed by an address bv Mr. Hill, D.C., Ynysybw'I. Miss Lily Jones in her usual style rendered Make new friends," and received an encore. A mandoline solo was given by the popular Signor Gallani (encored). Mr. Daniel Davies sang" The Village Organist," which was illustrated. Mr. Buxton also rendered a solo. An address was given by Mr. John Rhys Morgan (secretary of the South Wales Miners' Federation) who said that he was pleased to observe such a representative company present under the auspices of the Enginemen's Association. It was a source of pleasure to him to find members of our industrial unions fraternising in a social manner. He looked forward to the day when the Miners' Federation would extend its in- fluence to the social as well as the in- dustrial life of its members, because what was more edifying and pleasant than an occasion such as this, when & man might bring hie wife or daughter, and a young man his sweetheart, to en- joy a pleasant evening. "The Progress of Madness was excellently recited by Mr. W. G. Powell. Abercynon. "The Blind Boy" was rendered by Mr. Evan Davies. A concertina solo, "Bells of Aberdovey," was charmingly rendered by Mr James Long, and received an encore. "The Glorious City" was sung by Miss Lily Jones. Skylark was rendered by Mr. Tom Lewis. The rest of the evening was devoted to dancing. Charming music was played by Mr. W. Moselev, who was also the aooompaniet. The com- mittee were Messrs. Thos. J. Williams, Dai Harris, D. J. Gwilym, Peter Bedford, John Vaughan, R. Graingter, W. Skinner, Arnold Lanwern, T. Grainger, J. Savage, and the energetic secretary, Mr. Fred Kethrens. Mr. Jack Griffiths manipu- lated the bioscope. The proceeds of the social were devoted towards the Disabled Workmen's Fund of the above Associ- ation. The attendance was a record one. Mr. Hill proposed a vote of thanks to the artistes, which was seconded by Mr. Kathrens. Messrs. Kathiens and D. Harris acted as M.C.'s. —

Letters to the Editor. DRUNKENNESS IN ABERDARE. Dear Sir,—I have noticed in your paper several times that strangers coming to the town of Aberdare are struck with the amount of drinking and drunkenness in the town. Are there any steps being taken to remedy this evil? Do the min"- isters of the town take up this question? I notoce tihere is one Woman's Society alive and doing, I believe, good work. But is there nothing Surely with all the religious agencies about there ought to be a better state of things.—I am, SAM.

Interesting Engagement. The engagement is announced of Miss Margaret Haig Thomas, only child of Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Thomas, of Llanwern, Newport, and Mr. Humphrey Mackworth, of Glenusk. Miss Thomas was educated at St. Andrew's School and Oxford Uni- versity. She has travelled abroad a great deal, and is an accomplished linguist, besides possessing distinct literary tal- ent. Miss, Thomas is a regular follower of the Llangibby Hounds, and, possessed of cool nerve, is one of the most expert lady motorists in South Wales. Mr. Humphrey Mackworth is the eldest sur- viving son of Colonel Sir Arthur Mack- worth, Bart., C.B., and Lady Mack- worth, of Glenusk, and The Priory, Caer- loon. He is a regular f-ollower of the Llangibby pack, a straight rider, a keen sportsman, and extremely popular among Monmouthshire {hunting men.

Manion. Y mae y Deheuwr mor anneheuig yn trafod yr h ag ydyw y Sais. Un Sab- both yn ddiweddar sylwasom ar un pre- gethwr (Deheuwr) yn "rifo rifedi y ser." Un arall ar yr un Sul ond mewn pwlpud tirall a ddywedai fod gormod o rhyddid yn arwain i rhysedd." Gobeithio na bydd i Gymmrodorion newydd-anedig Aberdar fyned i ffordd y Cenhedloedd nac i ddinas y Samariaid, fel yr el Cymmrodorion y Rhondda, y rhai sydd dda ganddvnt ryfel a rhyfelwyr. Arwyr y Gymdeithas wladgar o'r tu hwnt i fynydd y Mardy ydyw y fath enwogion a'r Cadfridogion Buller a Baden Powell. Yn ein byw nis gallwn weled fod cyfathr- ach rhwng Cymreigyddiaeth a gwaith y cledd. Hyderwn mai arwyddair Cym- deithas Aberdar fydd, Arfau ein milwr- iaeth ni nid ydynt gnawdol." Ffaith hynod ydyw fod nifer fawr o brif bregethwyr yr enwad Annibynol m Nghymru a gychwynasant eu gyrfa bre- gethwrol tua haner canrif yn ol wedi cael eu magu gyda'r Methodistiaid. Ni8 gwyddom beth ydoedd yr aclhos o'u troad os nad ydoedd llyffetheiriau yr Hen Gorph yn rhy dyn iddynt. Un o "de- serters" y Calfiniaid ydoedd Hiraethog, ac yn y Geninen am Hydref edrvdd Cadvan hanes ei encil ef o'r gorlan Feth- ochstaidd fel hyn-.—"Yr oedd cymydog iado, a eiso'Bs fel un o'r ddfiu fuont yn gynorthwy iddo yn ei gychwyniad- Joseph Davies, wedi myned gydag ani- reiliaid i'r Amwythig: yno deallodd fod ei wi-aig yn Llansanan yn glaf-vn mron marw! Brysiodd adref; ac yn hwy-r lawn nos Sadwrn cyrhaeddodd i Gerig y druidion. Nid oedd gobaith croesp y mynydd diarffordd yn y tywyllnos; ond yn ei bryder am ei briod cododd gyda'r wawr, a cherddodd adref. Gan fod ei briod lawer iawn yn well, aeth y gwr da a selog i'r Ysgol Sul, a dywedodd wrth 1-3,1 o'r brodyr pa fodd a pha bryd v dych- welasai. Ond yn eu barn hwy vr oedd wedi tori y Sabbath, a rhaid'vdoedd ei ckharddel! Felly fu—diarddelwyd ef! Peimlodd Joseph Davies, a theimlodd eraill, a William Rees yn eu plith, ei fod wedi gwneuthur yn dda, a chredent "mai rhydd gwneuthur da ar y Sabbath." Fr rbai a drowyd ac a aethant allan, sei)id-, Iwyd cartref arall: ymffurfiasant yn eg- lwys Annibynol, a thvna yr eglwys i b& un y mae Cymru yn ddyledus am agor drws yr areithfa i'r anfarwol Hiraetbog."

NO TEA LIKE 'Quaker' Tea OF ALL GROCERS.

EC- Services for Sunday Next. TABERNACLE Cong. church. JL Aberdare. Services at 11 and 6. Sunday School at 2.30. Preacher: Rev. J. M. Jones, M.A., (pastor.) HIGHLAND Place Unitarian Church JLjL Aberdare. Services at 11 and 6. Sunday School, 2.30.—Preacher, Rev. M. Evans, pastor. Soloist: Mr Charlie Rees.

Hinwain. NEBO —On Sunday morning this pul- pit was occupied by Mr. Ben Vaughan, Cwmdare, wihile at the evening service the Rev. J. Bowen Davies, Abercwmboi, preached. WEDDING.—On Wednesday morning a quiet wedding was solemnised at Ramoth Baptist Churcth, the contracting parties being Miss Mary Bevan, fifth daughter of Mrs. Ei. Bevan and the late Mr. Rees Bevan, and Mr. David Hart, Tower-road, technical instruction teacher. The interesting ceremony was performed by the Rev. G. Hague, pastor. ALL SAINTS' DAY.-On Friday even- ing (All Saints' Day) an impressive ser- vice was held at St. Lleurwg's Church. The service was fully ahoral, and was intoned by the Revs. J. Morgan, B.A., Vicar, and D. J. Arthur, B.A., Curate, the special preacher being the Rev. T. Eees, B.A., Vicar of Pontlottyn, who at one time held the curacy of St. Lleurwg's Church. The rev. gentleman delivered an appiopriate sermon. NEW OEGANS. Eamoth Baptist Church have decided to go in for a new pipe organ, and Mr. Carnegie, we learn, has promised the sum of X150 on condi- tion that the church will subscribe the other .£150. The congregation have de- cided to accept the dhallenge. We learn that Mr. Carnegie ha,8 also promised £ 150 towards the new organ at St. Lleur- wg's Church. OBITUARY.-Mrs. Elizabeth Evans, Merthyr-road, died on Saturday after- noon, at the age of 58 years, after but a very brief illness. At the recent social tea in connection with Mount Pleasant Congregational Church, she was present in her usual health, and took a most nrominent Dart in the nroceedings. After- wards she underwent an operation at the Aberdare Cottage Hospital. She was a most faithful member of Mount Pleas- ant Church. She leaves two sons (mar- ried) and four daughters to mourn a most kind and gentle mother. Much sympathy is expressed with them in their bereave- ment. PRESENTATION. On Thursday evening a well-attended meeting was held at Soar Wesleyan Church to bid farewell to Mr. and Mrs. W. Hopkin, who were leaving for the United States The family were very active members of the church, and the church decided to honour them by presenting each of them with a neatly bound Bible. The chair was ably filled by the Rev. Ei. Davey Thomas, pastor. He paid a hearty tribute to Mr. and Mrs Hopkins, and the family, after which he made the presentations. Mrs. Hopkins responded, after which addresses were delivered by the Rev; Ll. A. Jones, Aberdare; Messrs. Francis Jones, Benj. Davies, Thos. Davies, J. Bryant, and E. B. Phillips. THE QUARTERLY MEETINGS of Ramoth Sunday School was held on Sun- day evening under the presidency of Mr. Levi Thomas, superintendent. Mi&s Lizzie Ann Williams read a chapter, and Mr. Thomas Evans prayed. The Band of Hope, under the leadership of Mr. J. Morgan, gave choruses. Recitations were given by Misses Dorothy John, M. A. Jones, M. A. Lloyd, Messrs. Eimlyn Davies, and David J. Jones. Solos were rendered by Misses Mary Thomas, Jennie Beynon, Mary Moseley, and a quartette by Mr. D. Thomas and friends. The juveniles recited a chapter from the Sun- day School Catechism. Mr. Abraham Watkins, G. and L., accompanied. The meeting was closed in prayer by Mr. Reets Jones.

Trecynon. PERSONAL.—We are pleased to note that Mr. John B. James, Harriet-street, who met with an accident at the Bwllfa Colliery on the 28th ult., is making favourable progress towards recovery. CARMEL.—Anniversary services were held at Carmel C.M. Church, of which the Rev. H. T. Stephens is pastor, on Sunday and Monday. The ministers who officiated were the Rev. W. E. Prytherch, and the Rev. J. Morgan Jones, M.A Merthyr. BETHEL.—At this place of worship on Sunday, the pulpit was occupied by the Rev. Mr. Roberts, Pentvrch. In, the morning he spoke on God is love," and in the evening he took as his subject, The Old and New Theologies." He ob- served that whatever new theology was propounded, if Christ was not the central figure in it, then it was doomed to fail. —Mr. W. H. Jones presided at the organ. CONCERT'In connection with Eben- ezer Congregational Church a concert was held at the Public Hall on Thursday evening. The Rev. J. Grawys Jones presided. Appended is the programme- Selections by the Ebenezer Orchestra (Mr W. E. Thomas). Solo by Mr. Benjamin Lewis. Recitations by Mr. James Wil- liams, Aberdare. Solos by Miss Edith Edwards, Trecynon. Selections by the Juvenile Orchestra. Solos by Miss Wat- kins. Flute solo by Mr. David Williams. Solo bv Mr John uwynne. CANU GYDA'R DELYN.—A pleasant evening was spent on Monday at the Public Hall, the contributors being the famous Eos Dar, Miss Elizabath Hall, and Mr. Tom Bryant. The, chair was oc- cupied by Councillor M. J. Harris. Eos Dar, in his unique style, sang several Welsh penillion, Mr. Bryant manipulat- ing the harp. Miss Hall also gave several appreciative Welsh songs to the accompaniment of the favourite Welsh instrument. In some items the congrega- tion heartily joined in.the refrain. Eos Dar gave interesting addressee dealing with the harp and the part it has played in the history of Wales.

Aberdape. THE ROLL TOP DESK which is to be presented to the Rev. D. M. Davies, late of Cwmbach, is now on view at Messrs. Hall and Sons', Cardiff-street. a OLD AGE PENSIONS.On this subject an excellent address was given on Sunday afternoon by Mr. C. R. Vicary to the St. John's Bible Class. The Rev. W. H. Jones, B.A., presided. A very interesting discussion followed. ACKNOWLEDGMENT.—The Sisters at the Aberdare Hospital wish to thank the, following churches for their very kind gifts to the patients of fruit and yegeto.bleJs: ,S,t. Elvan's, St. Mary's, Cwm- aman, Aberaman, C'apcoch, Cwmbach, and Abernant Churches. LECTURE.—On Monday evening, at Soar Chapel, the Rev. D. Stanley Jones, Carnarvon, gave a very interesting ad- dress, under the auspices of the So-ar Literarv and Debating Society. The chair was taken by the pastor, the Rev. J. Tudor, B.A., in the absence of Mr. J. H. Powell, Danygraig. The lecturer took as his subject that interesting Welsh preacher, Kilsby Jones, and gave a vivid delineation of his character- The chair- man moved a vote of thanks to the lec- turer, which was seconded by the Rev. M. Evans, Highland-place. A very en- joyable meeting terminated with a vote of thanks to the chairman. NAZARETH Mutual Improvement Society met on Tuesday night for one of their fortnightly meetings. The subject for the debate was, Should churches provide amusements?" The affirmative was taken by Mr. Gilbert Williams and the negatives by Mr. Hector Jenkins. Both speakers dealt with the subject in a most masterly manner. Th,e following took part in a spirited discussion: Messrs. T. David Phillips, D. Williams, Tom Thomas, D. R. Williams, and Miss Morfudd Davies. A vote of thanks- was passed to both speakers. The chair was ably occupied by Mr. Tom Lewis. The subject for next meeting will be, "No-sen gydag Islwyn." OBITUARY.—We regret to record the death at the age of 22 years, of Miss Ethel Parkinson, the beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Parkinson, of Herbert-street, and late of Bradford. She died on Friday night last from peri- tonitis, having been confined to her bed only a week. Her mortal remains were taken to Bradford on Monday. The body was previously taken to St. Elvan's Church, of which Miss Parkinson was a very useful member. The service was conducted by the Vicar and the Rev. W. H. Jones, B.A., Curate. A great number of friends attended the service as a tribute of respect to the deceased and the family, who are held in very high esteem in the town. We extend our sympathy to the family in their sad bereavement. It is only two years since they lost a daughter at the early age of 18 years. S-UPPER.-On Thursday evening last the members of the Central Cork Club held their third annual supper at the Central Hotel. The number of members present, including a few invited friends, was 54. Mr. H. Evans presided, assisted by Mr. E. R. Rees, vice-chairman. A grand smoker was given, Mr. Dan Dris- coll, president of the club, in the chair. Songs, etc., were contributed by the fol- lowing gentlemen:—Messrs. Henrv Phil- lips, W. H. Davies, Ted Jenkins, Charlie Howell, George Key, Harry Wentworth, H. Evans, George R. Evans, and W. B. Jones. Harp selection by Mr. D. R. Davies. Mandoline solo by Mr. T. J. Morgan. In proposing the toast of the evening, The Cork Club," Mr E. R. Rees, vice-chairman, gave an outline of the objjects of the club, and stated that during the last 18 months the club had distributed over £ 30 in charity. Mr. H. Evans and Mr. Dan Driscoll, chairman, briefly responded. Mr. D. R. Davies ac- companied all songs with the harp. A most hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the host and hostess for their splen- did preparations. Also to the chairmen and artistes for their services. BILLIARDS.—On Thursday evening last a grand billiard match took place at the Constitutional Club, Aberdare, their opponents being Mountain Ash. The game was played under the auspices of the Merthyr Tydfil Borough Billiard As- sociation. The homesters were severely handicapped in having to play without the services of Alf. Ashman and Tom Erricker, two clever cueists. The finest display of the evening was given by Tom J. Thomas, who beat George Brown (one of Mountain Ash's cleverest players) by 102 points. He started off none too bril- liant. but after passing the first 50, he scored in delightful fashion, his long potting of the red being greatly appreci- ated. Ernie Jones, another young player, was responsible for some good breaks, finally beating his man by 'i9 points. Dai Williams, the captain, was far below form, Tom Worthington prov- ing the better man by 79 points. The meeting of the top men—Evan Jones and Geo. Williams-was closely followed by the spectators. Jones, playing carefully in the first hundred, went ahead, but he failed to keep the lead, and Williams playing a dogged uphill game, ran out winner by 32 points. The other four home men were also overcome, and the Darians had to submit to defeat by 45 points. Scores—Aberdare: Dai Williams (capt.), 121; Evan Jones, 168; T. Thomas, 200; Dan Isaac, 168; Fred Jones, 18G; Lewis, 169; Ernie Jones, 200; Harry Williams, 142; total, 1,354. Mountain Ash: Tom Worthington, 200; Geo. Wil- liams (capt.), 200; Geo. Brown, 98; Wal- ter Brown, 200; Geo. Sellick, 200; John Griffiths, 200; A Harris, 101; D. Hughes, 200; total, 1,399. INTERMENT.-The funeral of the late Mr. George T. Griffiths, son of the Rev. James Griffiths and Mrs. Griffiths, 2, Clifton-street, took place on Monday afternoon. After a short service at the house conducted by the Rev. W. Jones. Treharris, the funeral cortege made. its way for the Aberdare Cemetery. Among a large number present we noticed the following ministers: Revs. T. Davies, Gwawr, Aberaman; W. S. Davies, Horeb, Llwydcoed; R. Williams, Nazareth, Aberdare; J. Robertson, M.A., Aber- dare; T. Humphreys, Cwmaman; W. Thomas, Dowlais; Joseph James, Cwm- bach; W. A. Jones, Merthyr; D. Silyn Evans, Aberdare; J. Tudor, B.A., Aber- dare; W. Davies, R. E. Williams (Twr- fab), D. G. Price, Llwydcoed; D. Phil- lips, Cilfynydd; M. Jenkins, C'apcoch; and County Councillors David Hughes, Aberdare and M. J. Harris, Trecynon. Following the above came the choir of Calfaria Church, who- at intervals sang, under the conductorship of Mr. Daniel Griffiths, several familiar Welsh hymn- tunes. The bearers were, Messrs. W. James Davies, Dl. Morgan, Joseph Wilk- inson, Evan Rees Evans, W. J. Evans, and 'Robert Tenk-n Walters, deceased's col- leagues in the Sunday School Class at Calfaria. Baptist Church. Following the hearse came the following male relatives --Rev. James Griffiths (father), Messrs. Gwilym Thomas and Thomas Thomas, Bridgend; Rev. Win. Thomas, Messrs. Daniel Griffiths, Stephen Griffiths, John Griffiths, James Edwards, Thomas Ed- wards (uncles), Thomas Griffiths (cousin). In the coaches were Mrs. Emma Grif- fiths (mother), Mrs. Sarah Griffiths, Mrs. Mary Ann Griffiths, Mrs. H. Griffiths, Mrs. J. Griffiths, Mrs. Stephen Griffiths, Mrs. Richards, The Grove, Pontypridd; Miss Cassie Griffiths (cousin). At the grave the Revs. G. Hague, W. Harris, Silyn Evans, and M. Jenkins offioiated. The funeral arrangements were entrusted to Messrs. John Morgan and Son, Aber- dare, Ltd. POLITICAL DISCUSSION. Under the auspices of the Liberal Club Political Discussion Class on Tuesday evening, the Rev. J. Morgan Jones, M.A., Aber- dare, gave an address on "Reform of Local Government." Mr. George Powell occupied the chair. Mr. Jones said that the real Government of this country was being carried on by local authorities. It was in that direction almost all effective progress must be looked for. The work of Parliament largely was to cut out work for the authorities. Counties and towns had not been properly defined, and one of the first reforms needed was a simpli- fication of the areas of local government. Then there was a difficultv when two bodies exercised power in the same area. For example, there was the Cardiff-road pavement. There was no clear under- standing as to whether the District Coun- cil or County Council was liable to repair that. There were two main rates—the poor rate and the general district rate. The former was made up of a, conglomer- aion of items. The County Council de- manded a lump sum, and they were under no obligation to state to what purposes it was to be devoted. It was impossible to find that out. Proceeding, Mr. Jones said that one reform needed was the abo- lition of Boards of Guardians altogether. They were the only large bodies who were now elected for ad hoc purpQse". The > duties of the Guardians might very easi- ly, and with a saving to the rates, be transferred to the. Urban District and County Councils. There was need of concentrating all the powers into the hands of one body, but naturally that body would have to be very much bigger than^at present. What were the func- tions of local governing bodies? There were two opinions. One school held the principle that the more things local authorities left to private inhabitants, the better. Another school maintained that the more work local authorities took up, the better; they were the H Let-alone Sehool" and the Socialism School." Without committing himself to any cut- and-dried statement, he believed that the development of local government lay in a Socialistic direction. It would be, the death of local government to go in any other direction.LIn the discussion that followed, Messrs. Tarrant, G. Thomas, E. S. Hall, J. Griffiths (Park School), E. J. Hughes, S. M. Davies L. & P. Bank), M. Watkins, and F. E. Stansfield took part. CHURCH DEFENCE. On Monday. under the auspices of the newly-formed Church Defence League, a meeting was held at the Memorial Hall, when the Rev. C. A. H. Green, B.D., Vicar of Aberdare, spoke on Church Endow- ments." The chair was occupied by Mr A. P. Jones, High Constable. The chair- man referred to the misunderstanding and the misrepresentation which was prevalent regarding Church Endow- ments. The Vicar, he understood, had given a. careful study to the matter. This question would be fought probably at the next election. Therefore it behoved them as Churchmen to take off their gloves, and be prepared for any emergen- cy. The Vicar, who was well received, explained that an endowment meant a gift of a permanent value. It was not only Churchmen that had endowments, but Nonconformists a3 well. » They had not only their buildings but also money as endowments. At an enquiry into the charities of Aberdare it was ascertained that a chapel in Aberdare had been en- dowed. A chapel in Caidigansliire re- ceived money from a certain Church- woman. Again tithes were paid to the Seventh Day Baptists in Sussex. All Noncon. property was held on modern metnoas, whereas Church property was held on ancient methods. Long before there was a British Parliament the Church had become into possession of its endowments. The Church had no special privileges except that it was first in the field. He would confine his observation to parochial endowments. The speaker went on to explain that the sustenance of ministers of the gospel had its origin in the time of the apostles. When the age of persecution passed away churches were erected and land was given to the church by the faithful ones. A great many people, when they looked into ancient church history, were misled. Landlords erected private chapels close to their residences. There had been a strong feeling' against that in the church from the earliest times. These landlords were allowed to have these chapels on condition that they (the landlords) gave certain portions of lands which we now called glebelands. This getting up of local churches was strenuously opposed by the church. Eventually, however, the landlord succeeded in obtaining the tithe, which he fixed to his own building. Tithes were really permanent charges laid on property by landlords. Thev were not offerings. The parish churches of Glamorgan had been endowed by the Norman lords, but in the teeth of all church customs and regulations thev di- verted the money, which was settled on their own private chapels. At the meet- ing held at the Constitutional Hall re- cently it was asked what right had any- one to give away God's land? That was ? f,a\ri. 'iueKtion- Rut if an individual had the right to hold property, so had the church. A thorough-going Socialist denied the right of anyone to hold the property, but persons who held property were inconsistent when they said that the church had no right to possess any pro- perty. Questions were invited, and queries were put by Mr. T. Codd, Rev. W. H. Jones, B.A., Mr. C. H. Vicary, Mr F. Brough, and the chairman, which were satisfactorily answered by the Vicar. On the proposition of Mrs. Twissell, seconded by Mr. W. H. Rees, a vote of thanks to the chairman was car- ried. The meeting was very well attend- ed.

Cwmbach. DEATH.—On Monday afternoon Miss Lizzie May Holding, the two-year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry James Holding, Victoria street, passed peacefully away after but a short illness. She is to be buried this (Thursday) afternoon at the Aberdare Public Cemetery. LANTERN LECTURE.—On Tuesday evening last Mr Morgan John, Rose Cot- tages, Cwmbach, delivered an entertaining lecture at Bryn Seion Hall, upon The Congo atrocities." There was an exceed- ingly large gathering present, and the chair was occupied by Mr Thomas Lloyd, mechanic. The lecturer depicted in a vivid manner the inhuman treatment which was meted out to the natives in the Congo. The meeting was especially taken with the Scenes shown on the canvas, re- presenting the natives with their limbs severed from their bodies. Such punish- ment was given them for not obtaining sufficient rubber, and that at the instance of King Leopold of Belgium, whose iron hand reigned throughout the state. Vil- lages were confiscated for the sole, pur- pose of setting out new rubber planta- tions, and no value was placed upon human lives in these transactions. Mat- ters had been brought to light through the instrumentality of the Congo Re- form Association, which was determined to put down such cruelty. The lecturer quoted some startling figures showing the revenue and the dividends paid by the Concerns interested in the production of rubber, and also, pointed out the great obstacles which are put in the way of missionaries to carry on their work. A resolution was unanimously carried—with instructions that a copy should be sent to Sir Edward Grey, Foreign Minister and the two local M.P.'s—protesting against the condition of abject slavery in the Congo, and the terrible outrages which are incessantly reported. Several persons spoke strongly in condemnation of the barbarities. Mr. T. Davies, of Mountain Ash, manipulated the lantern in an excellent manner, and at the close a vote of thanks to the lecturer was pro- posed and carried with acclamation.

Aberaman. INTERMENT.-The funeral of the little boy, Edwin Williams, 23, Cardiff- road, who was run over by a cart on Fri- day, took place on Tuesday, and was of a private nature. The place of interment was the Aberdare Cemetery BILLIARD PERFORMANCE.—Whilst playing in a friendly encounter at the Public Institute on Wednesday last, Mr Tom B. Jones, the local champion, scored an extraordinary break of 112. He played in fine form, and scored from shots in everv corner of the table.- INTERMENT.—On Saturday after- noon the funeral of Miss Ada Morris took place at the Aberdae Public Cemetery. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Morris, Brooklyn House. Her words to Dr. Finney, who had attended her throughout her illness, were: r'~ Jesus died upon the cross," and she sang a beautiful hymn just before she passed away. In the funeral on Saturday the mourners were: Mr. David H. Morris (father), Messrs. C. H. Morris, Albert Morris, and Fred R. Morris (brothers), Mr. Harry Morris (uncle), Mr. William Dando (uncle), Mr. Sam Morris (uncle), Mr. Willie Morris (cousin), Mr. Samuel Phillips, stationmaster, Treherbert; Mr. Albazi Morgan, and Mr. G. Ll. Davies. The following gentlemen acted as bear- ers: Messrs. Tom Rees, Tom Walters, S. P. Thomas, and J. Prosser. Beautiful wreaths had been sent by the follow- ing:— Mr. Davies, Sunnyside, Caerphilly, cousin; Mr. and Mrs. Harrv Morris, Aberaman, uncle; Messrs. G. LI. and P. Davies, Abercwmhci; Mr. and Mrs. John Morgan, Lewis-street; Mr. Joe White,

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Godreaman. WEDDING.—On Sunday morning last r William Thomas Dyffryn-street and Miss Lizzie Williams, Incline-row, were united in holy matrimony at Bethany Con- gregational Church. The nuptial ceremony was performed by the Rev T. Thomas, Pastor of Noddfa. FUNERAL.—On Tuesday afternoon the funeral of Mr. John Evan Thomas, 1, Duffryn-street, who died from the effects of an accident at Treaman Colliery, took place at the Aberdare Cemetery. The officiating minister was the Rev. J. Cal- vert, Wesleyan circuit minister. The following were the mourners:—Mr. Jas. Lewis, brother-in-law; Mr. David Lewis, nephew; Misses Margaret Lewis and Polly Lewis, nieces; Mr. William Rich- ards, cousin; Mrs. Owen, sister-in-law; Mr. and Mrs. F. Bryant (with whom the deceased had stayed); Mrs. Jonathan, and Mrs. Lloyd. A beautiful wreath had been sent by the deceased's fellow em- ployees as hauliers at Treaman Colliery.

Abercwmboi. LECTURE.—On Tuesday evening last the Rev. D. Stanley Jones, Carnarvon, lectured at Bethlehem Congregational Church upon "Kilsby Jones." There was a larijo attendance, and the chair was occupied by the Rev. H. A. Davies, Cwmaman. FUNERAL.—On Thursday last the funeral of Mr. William Davies, 40, John street, took place at the Aberdare Public Cemetery. The deceased was 51 years of age, and was a faithful member of Beth- lehem Congregational Church. He was a man of quiet disposition, and his death will be felt by all, especially within the family circle. The officiating minister at the funeral was the Rev. J. B. Davies, pastor of Bethelehem Church, and there were also present the Revs. M. Jenkins (B.), Abercwmboi; J. T. Rfcvs,' Bethany; and W. E. Harries, Beulah. The Rev. M. Jenkins also offered prayer at the M. Jenkins also offered prayer at the graveside The lodge of the Ancient Bri- tons which meets at the Capccch Inn turned out in strong force, to show their respect to the departed brother, and the following gentlemen acted as bearers on behalf of the Order: Messrs. John Thomas, John Davies, Joseph Wigley, and David Jones. The following were the mourners: Mrs. Davies, widow; Mr. and Mrs. John Evans, daughter and son- in-law; Miss Margaret Jane and Miss Rachel Ann Davies, daughters; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Davies, brother, Aber- aman; Mr. and Mrs. James Davies, brother, Aberaman; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Davies, brother, Aberaman; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, sister and brother-in-law; Mr. and Mrs. John Evans, Ferndale, sis- ter and brother-in-law; Messrs. Thomas John Davies, Daniel Daviee, Charles Davies, nephews; Messrs. George Henry Davies, Robert John Davies, Willie Davies, and Alfred Davies, nephews; Mr. and MTS. Frank Gay, niece, and Mrs. Owen, niece; Mr. J. Richards, Cardigan, nephew; Mrs, Phillips. Swansea, niece; and Mr. Albert Veal, nephew.

Penrhiwceiber. CONSIDER WELL your appearance. You can elbow your way through a crowd witth a decent suit of clothes on. Call at Tcm Davies, Commercial-street, Moun- tain Ash. GOING WEST.—Mr John Thomas (Ap loan Dar) started last Wednesday from here en route for America, where he is going to make his home for the future. He is going to join Mr. T. Glyndwr Richards' party when they arrive in the States, and tour with them. Mr. Thomas had a splendid send-off, about 50 of his friends assembling at the station to wish him God-speed. Mr. James (ironmonger) accompanied him as far as Liverpool. He was a respected member of Carmel Chapel, and will undoubtedly be missed from the congregational singing. HERMON.—A lecture on "The Medi- cal Aspect of Total Abstinence," was de- livered at the above church on Monday before a large gathering. The lecture was a very illustrative one. Several in- teresting points regarding the ill effects of alcohol were shown. The lecturer was Dr. R. T. Evans, Cwmavon. President, Mrs. Hope Evans, Mardy. Mrs. Evans, Llys Meirion, spoke on behalf of Merched y De. A vote of thanks to the lecturer was proposed by Mr H. Roberts, seconded by Mr. E. Evans- A vote of thanks to the president was proposed by Dr. R. T. Evans, and seconded by Mrs. I D. Evans. The lecture was in connection with the Penrhiwoeiber Branch of Merched y De. The meeting closed by ringing an old Welsh hymn.

I Ynysboeth. DEDICATION SERVICES.—On Fri- day last (All Saints Day) dedication ser- vices were held at All Saints Church. A large number attended. The special preacher was the Rev. Gomer Jones, B.A., Vicar of Glyn Taff, who delivered an elo- quent and stirring sermon. The collec- tions were in aid of the church building fund.

Railway Dispute Settled. Mr Lloyd-George, who intervened as President of the Board of Trade in the public interests, has effected a settlement in the dispute between the railway direc- tors and the A.S.R.S. At a quarter to nine on Wednesday evening, after con- ferences between Mr Lloyd-George and the directors and Mr Lloyd-George and the railwaymen, the parties arrived at agreement, and the terms of settlement were signed by both sides. According to the settlement agreed upon there will be:-I, Local conciliation com- mittees. 2, A central conciliation com- mittee. 3, An arbitrator appointed by the Master of the Rolls and the Speaker of the House of Commons. JMasters and men will have equal representation on the local oommittees, the men being re- presented by actual workers on the rail- way. There will also be equal repre- sentations on the central conciliation committee. Complaints or representa- tions will come in the first place before the local committees, by whom they must be dealt with within two months. Should the local committees fail to agree, the matter will go before the central committee, who, again, must deal with it within two months. Should there still be a deadlock, an arbitrator, will be appointed. Mr Bell, as secretary of the A.S.R.S., will Dot have a seat on either of the conciliation committees, but he may be nominated by the men to appear on their behalf before the arbitrator.

Prince of Wales Inn; Mr. and Mrs. James Bick, Cardiff-road; Miss Mary Powell, DanygTaig, Aberdare; Miss Bertha Pedder, Beaufort Arms; the Misses Howell and Mason, Lewis-street; Master Glyn Davies, Swan Hotel; Master Noel Thomas, Lewis-street, and Miss Mamie Jones, Nantgwawr House. The Rev. W. Calvert, Wesleyan Circuit Min- ister, officiated. Mr. W. Collier was the undertaker. Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Morris and family wish to thank all their friends for the kind sympathy shown in their sad bereavement, and also for the wreaths and flowers.