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T The Looming Clouds.
T The Looming Clouds. MR. KEIR HAHDIE ON THE, COAL CRISIS. ABERDARE MINERS' DEMONSTRATION. The Annual Demonstration of the Aberclare District of Miners was held on Monday at the Market Hall, Aberdare, and was extremely well attended. The different processions started about 10 o'clock. The miners of Cwmpennar, Cwmaman, and Aberanian, were headed by the Aberaman Silver Band. and a landau, which was occupied by Mr. J. JLeir Hardie, M.P.. Mr. W. Thomas (High Constable,), Mr. C. B. Stanton (miners' agent), Mr. Illtyd Hopkins (dis- trict secretary), and Mr. Abraham Rich- ards (district chairman). ine other contingents were: (1) Jfen- heolgerrig, Abernaiit, and Cwmbach, led by cwmaman Silver Band; and (2) Glyn Neath, Hirwain. Cwmdare, Llwydcoed, Robertstown, and Trecynon, led by Aber- dare Town Band. The Mountain Ash Hibernian Band were also in attendance. On the platform were Mx. C. B. Stan- ton who presided, supported by Mr. J. Keir Hardie, M.P., Rev. J. Nicholas, Air. W. P. Nicholas, Mr. W. Thomas, Messrs. Abraham Richards, W. R. Evans ^vice-chairman of the district), Council- lors E. Stonelake, Illtyd Hopkine, Rev. Cynog Williams, Guardian Morgan Wil- liams, Mr. Enos Davies. The speakers were heartily applauded as they appeared on the platform, Mi. Keir Hardie especially was given a greatN ovation. Just before the meeting com- menced the Rev. Cynog Williams appear- ed, and was cordially cheered. He was invited to the platform by the chairman. Mr. Stanton, in opening the meeting. said he was thankful for the splendid attendance. Although there was a dark cloud looming ahead at present, there might be a silver lining to it. But whether there was a silver or a golden lining to it, we would have to put up with what was going to happen. The Federation stood for no sectional stop- page. The miners ought to get what was due to them for their labour and for the risks they ran. The employers could w II afford to grant what was being a.-ked of them. Unless the employers saw their way clear to make concessions, then let a strike come. We migfct as well have it first as last. So he im- plored them to tighten their belts and be ready for the fray. It would be a fight, he hoped, net by any one section, but throughout the whole of the country. (Lend applause.) The Aberdare District would stand for unity of action through- out all the coalfields. Referring to that dayJs Demonstration, Mr. Stanton said there was a marked ab- sence of flags and bunting in the streets. All told there were only 3, one being out- side the I.L.P. Institute. Why could the tradespeople of this district not see their way to welcome and recognise the federated ranks of Labour, which meant so much for them ? But it was useless epecting sympathy from the pub- lic and outsiders. Next time they might think of it. The Hev. J. Nicholas, Tonypandy, spefee in Welsh, and made a passionate appeal to the workmen to awake from their lethargy and fight for right and justice. It did not matter how the work- men had become servile and oppressed. The question now was how to remove the oppression. He was thankful for Mr. Lloyd George's Budget, but this would not have been possible were it not for the presence in the House, of Com- mons of Mr. Keir Hardie and other Labour Members. (Applause.) Mr. Keir Hardie, M.P., who was again enthusiastically received, remarked that if the merchants of Aberdare did not know what was due to the miners of Aberdare, the clerk of the weather did. (Laughter and a Hear, hear.") He con- gratulated them upon that great turn- out. The chairman had referred to the clouds looming ahead. It often happen- ed that a cloudy day preceded better clays, and that, he felt certain, would be the outcome of the dark clouds now before us As a member of the Federation, he wished to make an appeal. Let every man and every lad put himself in fight- ing order by being a full financial mem- be>' of the Federation. With regard to the Eight Hours Day, he would lay this down: Inasmuch as Parliament had passed this Act, Parliament was bound to see that the law should be enforced without any loss following to those whom it was intended to benefit. (.Applaufte.) If, unfortunately, a stoppage should take place, then he re-echoed what had been said in other quarters, that was essen- tially a case in which Rule 20 of the Federation ought to be put in force. It would be both unjust and unfair for one corner of the country to fight out the eight hour question on its own account. a There are some of lIS," continued Mr Hardie, a who have been working not merely for the Federation of the work- men of Great Britain, but for the whole of Europe. If a fight take place then we could call upon the French, Belgian, and German miners not to supply your markets while you are fighting their battle on your own. (Applause.) If it were a case in which the colliery owners could not afford an eight hour day, then something might be said for coming to terms. But everyone knows that for a number of years profits have been ab- normal in the Welsh Coal-field and also in other coal-fields. I know trade is not so good at present, but we have a right to ask those owners who have been draw- ing 15, 20, and 30 per cent. profits to resort to this money to help them over the lean years, rather than call upon the miners and the miners' wives and children to take the bad trade from their stomachs by becoming poor. If a strike takes place, a new note will be heard sounding right through the strug- gle. It will no longer be a fight for an 8 hours day or 6s. minimum wage. but —The Coal-mines for the Nation. (Ap- plause.) Stirely if nature has endowed this land with mineral wealth we should see to it that that wealth is not allowed to be exploited by a handful of capital- ists and landlords for their benefit, but should be used to give the greatest degree of comfort to the men who win the coal. There is only one way this can be done, and that is by following the example of New Zealand, and make the mines and the minerals State property to be worked for the common good. I regard the working class as possessing the only ?tower whereby this nation can be saved rem destruction. Take what is happen- ing in connection with the Budget. A td. tax is proposed on mineral royalties. The landlords are crying out "robbery." r would like to ask how much the Mar- quis of Bute has paid for the minerals, and is it too much for him to pay a Jd. out of every 20s. value ? In his effort to make his voice heard in the farthest portion of the building, Mr. Keir Hardie perspired, 'and in the middle of his speech he took his coat off, an act that was loudly applauded by the audience. There was one good thing about the Budget, concluded Mr. Hardie. It was going to socialise the 480th part of the value of mineral royalties and other matters of that kind. Half-penny in the £ was small, but it was a beginning. (Applause.) It was for us to see that the battle was forced right up to the gates, and the fight continued until every cent of the value created by the work of the common people should belong to the com- mon people, and not be filched away by legal enactments. (Applause.) If a atriko came the soldiers should not ar- rive here to bully and intimidate the miners under the guise of protecting Sroperty. The Labour Party was intro- ucing a humanising element into poli- tics. (Applause.) Mr. W. Thomas, who wore his chain of office, was next called upon, and was well received. He observed that he had been invited to that meeting" and he would be very remiss in his duties if he did not avail himself of the offer. That Demonstration was for the beneht of the miners, and for the welfare of the town. 17 • agreed with Mr. Keir Hardie that the Eight Hours Act should be given a trial. Any defects that might be discovered could easily be remedied in course of time. He hoped that wisdom would pre- vail at the momentous meeting which would take place between the masters and the miners' agents. He would re- mind them that "Peace hath her victor- ies no less renowned than wa.i- (Ap- plause.) Mr. W. P. Nicholas, solicitor, referred to the time when they met at the Aber- dare Market Hall to welcome the return from Swansea Prison of the late Aid. D. Morgan. They were then in the threes of a great industrial struggle. Out of the ashes of that strike a great and powerful organisation had been reared Mr. Nicholas dwelt briefly on the bene- fits which the Federation had obtained for the workers. It had been the means of securing compensation for toilers who had been maimed in the mines. He would not say much about the dark cloud that hung over their head. But he hoped that mutual toleration would be shown, and that the men would show absolute confidence in their leaders. (Ap- plause.) Mr. Illtyd Hopkins moved a vote of thanks te the chairman and speakers. They were that day in the presence of one maker of laws, two lawyers who were interested in tte administration of laws, and if that was not sufficient there were two ministers of the gospel to protect them further. He (Mr. Hopkins; was pleased to see the unparalleled reception given to the veteran leader of Labunr, Mr. Keir Hardie. Mr. Abraham Richards seconded the vote of thanks, which was carried with gl eat enthusiasm, a special cheer being given to Mr. Keir Hardie. Mr. Keir Hardie, in acknowledging the thanks, greatly appreciated the presence of the Ambulace Brigade. Also the ser- vice of the Bands and the police officers who, under Inspector Nott, acted as if they were guarding a royal procession. Mr. Stanton, in supporting this appre- ciation, told the men to ask the Aberdare tradesmen, the next time such a pro- cession took place, if they had any con- science about them.
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Gained His Pension. When Broken by Acute Rheu- matism & Digestive Troubles, Health was Renewed by Dr. Williams' Pink Ptils. MR. GEORGE RAYMOND 71 vears). Seventy-one years of age, vigorous and light of heart, Geo. Raymond, of 12, Greenheys Lane, Manchester, con- veys the impression that he has not yet lived the span of life required to benefit by the Old Age Pension Act. When a journalist put the question to him recently—"Tell me the secret of your 'youthful' old age"? Mr. Ray- mond's reply was certainly instruc- tive. I am firmly convinced," said he, that had it not been for Dr Williams' Pink Pills I should not be alive now and drawing my old age pension." Mr. Raymond backed up his statement with more explicit details, saying: "I think others should know the- facts, for there isn't a better medicine for the weaknesses of age. 'Years ago I had very indifferent health. No matter how careful I was about my food, sickness and flatulence followed eating, and gases from undigested meals gathered round my heart and caused torture. "Later on I had terrible pains in my legs. My ankles swelled and every movement made me wince. My legs could hardly bear the weight of my body. Gradually the pains extended, and before long all my limbs were racked by Rheumatism. "My bands were distorted: 1 could not raise my arms and when I turned in bed the pain was unbearable. If I piaced my feet to the ground acute agony darted through me. All that medical science and skilful nursing could do was done for me, but I had to remain helpless in bed for six months. "Then I read in a newspaper how certain stubborn illnesses had been promptly cured by Dr. Williams' Pink Pilis for Pale i'eople. My wife bought a supply of these pills for me and after taking a few boxes of them the pains in my joints decreased the swellings in the ankles and lpgs went down and I felt strong and cheerful. Dr Williams' Pink PilL put New Blood into my veins and before 1 'ng I got out of bed and took exercise. My joints grew supple; the "knois" in the knuckles went away and my limbs were stendy. Every trace of pain left me and I was not troubled again with Rheumatism or Indigestion. I shall be seventy-one next birthday, and I attribute my splendid health entirely to the new blood given me by Dr. Williams' Pink ) ills." Mr. Raymond's wife, who was present at the interview, testified also to the good effects of Dr. Williams' Pink Pills. Ailments in old a,ge usually arise from weak blood or impure blood. Dr. Williams' Pink Pills for Pale People, be- ause they create New, Good Blood, are invaluable to both old and young. They have cured Anaemia, Debility, Indigestion, E zema, Rheumatism, St. Vitus' Dance, Paralysis, and the ills of the weaker sex. 2/9 a box, or 13/9 for six, pos free, from Dr. Williams' Medicine Co., 46, Moiborn Viaduct, London; also of dealers, but, remember, substitu es are worthless; you -need the genuine pills (seven worde) to cure you.
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Aberaman Band's Success A band contest took place at Newtown on Saturday. Mr. J. O. Sheppard, Liver- pool, was the judge. Nine bands enter- ed, including the pick of English bands. Aberaman Orginal, Ferndale, and Albion represented South Wales. Mr Sheppard, in giving his adjudication, declared that it was one of the finest contests he had ever had the pleasure to listen to, the bands being extremely close to each other in point of merit. He awarded the prizes as follows:- March Contest: 1st, Fodens, conductor W. Rimmer; 2nd, Aberaman Original, conductor Mr. Locker. The other com- petitors included the famous Crossfields, Wingates, Goodshaw bands. Selection Contest: 1st, Goodshaw; 2nd, Crossfields; 3rd, Fodens; 4th, Aberaman Original; 5th, Ferndale; 6th, Wingates.
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A Visit to Leeds.
A Visit to Leeds. HOW OUR SCHOOL FIRMS APPEAR TO AN OUTSIDER. BY "AN ABERDARIAN." On. Friday week I had the good for- tune of visiting one of the largest firms for furnishing school requisites in this country. This firm, founded many years ago by Mr. E. T. Arnold, from the diversity of school materials made there, ranks high as a supply market in the present day. A short description of the firm and work done there may prove in- teresting to our scholastic friends and others. The Internal Workings: "Order is Heaven's first law," so the philosopher tells us, and nowhere is this law more faithfully observed than in Butterley Street Works. It is remarkable—com- prising" us it does some 500 hands—the order, complacency, and apparent ease by which each worker in his or her own de- partment carries through the work. There appears no hitch whatever in the whole proceedings, and each and all— officials and manual workers were I courteous and eager in their endeavour to enlighten the visitor on any point of interest suggested. Printing, Lithography, etc.: The print- ing entrusted to this firm is on a large scale, and one could see all kinds of pi luted material, from bills for well- known corn and warehouses to school readers, exercise books, etc., turned out in the finished form, not by hundreds but truly by thousands. To watch the stereotypics at work and to note the development of papier mache into solid mould, and the forming of moulds and blocks from which imprints were taken, was interesting enough, but to me the lithographic artists and their work had an added charm. Here, not only mechanical precision but also artistic skill is necessary, and sound judgment in the combination of colours for various effects It is remarkable how much skill is required, and through how many processes such a picture as "King John Signing the Magna Charta has to go, before the perfect finished coloured pic- ture (so often adorning' our school walls) is produced. On the huge polished stones the finest details are pencilled out with a precision and exactitude acquired only after long and deliberate practice. Engine and Power House, Stock and Storeroom, School Showrooms, etc.: Having seen the diverse printing machines (many of which are quite modern and up-to-date), that wonderful mechanism, the engine, from which emanates the power of the machinery, was next inspected. This engine was the product of one of the very best engineer- ing works in this country, and the man in charge seemed quite proud of the clean and spotless condition of the engines. Here also we saw the electrical power for lighting the various departments. The amount of stock, including every- thing for school use, stationery, easels, books, etc., can better be imagined than described. There were seen rooms of packages, ready for distribution to var- ious schools. A visit to the Schools' Re- quisites" Showroom is an education in it- self, including as it does school furniture, glass cases containing models of birds, insects, animals, and many other things for school use. A part of the building is set aside for Kindergarten work, and new occupations for infants are continu- ally being suggested and carried through by the officials in charge of this depart- nient.. Sanitary Conditions, Sportive Ele- ments, etc.: On entering the various rooms we are immediately impressed with the amount of headroom, the system of ventilation, and the lighting of the build- ing. Even where there are so many hundreds working together, not the slightest stuffiness prevails, but the air appears wonderfully fresh and pure. Good ventilation and lighting, machin- ery of the latest and best type, good rules, all render the conditions easier and more sanitary to work under. Printed notices were to be seen on the walls requesting visitors not to smoke on account of the great of fire in the building. Prac- tices, however, with hose and reel take place occasionally, and fire escape exits occur periodically, so that should such an accident happen, the employed would take the speediest and best means of es- cape. In the engine-house and else- where were to be seen encased sets of rubber gloves for use in the event of an elect ric wire being dislodged and requir- ing adjustment, and we also noticed "Rules for First Aid" hung on the walls. Also rooms aptly fitted out with sofa, chairs, etc., where an indisposed person might rest at leisure. Such a detail as this from the hands of the chief of the firm cannot but command our respect and appreciation. The firm, notwithstanding, is not without its sportive element, for in the entrance hall is to be seen a "Cricket Shield won on more than one occasion, and of which the male members are exceedingly proud. One of the curiosities of the place is the framed cheque for one penny paid to Messrs. E. J. Arnold through the Bank of England in 1894. This is lrung in the waiting room of the building. '1 The Head of the Firm: One word about the founder, who is so highly es- teemed by all his workers, and who the ugh no longer in the prime of life, still takes an active personal interest in the place, paying visits there periodi- cally when health and weather permit. He is a genial old gentleman, and al- though he has a worthy successor in his sc, ti, Mr. George Arnold, we hope the father may yet be spared to enjoy many years of good health and the benefits which his hardworking brain has culled. B.M.R.
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Fell from a Wall. ABERCWMBOI MAN'S DEATH. Mr R. J. Rhys, coroner, held an inquest at the Prince of Wales Inn, Abercwmboi, on Friday morning, touching the death of George Phillips. Evidence of identification was given by John Jones, 26, Jenkin-street, brother- in-law to deceased. Witness said that Phillips resided at 78, John-street. fit, was 42 years of age, and was employed as a night repairer at the Aberaman Col- lic ry. He was a married man with five children. He died on Wednesday morn- ing as the result of falling from a wall the previous day. Richard Lewis Jones, of 2, Canal- terrace, Cwmbach, said that about 2 o'clock on Tuesday he saw a man sitting en a wall which bounded the ball court of the Ship and Castle lnn. Cwmbach. He was asleep Daniel Thomas, 14, Blaennantvgroes- road, testified that at 2.30 p.m. on Tues- day he found deceased lying by the ball court wall of the Ship in a unconscious condition. The wall, from which de- ceased had evidently fallen, was about 7 feet high. Dr. Corkey said hfe was called to Phillips. He-found him .'in an uncon- scions condition, and ordered his removal to the Hospital. He suffered from a severe concussion of the brain, which proved fatal eventually. A verdict of Accidental death was returned.
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On one of the nt-w blocks of houses up Gacllys way ther* is a double-numbered heuse. On the fTont door is found No. 1, whilst the back door bears the number 37 This figurative duality has cost the pcstman many a blue oath.
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Cricket Notes. I VBERDARE AND DISTRICT LEAGUE. BY "TURFITE." DARRANLAS UNITED v. ST. MAR- GARETS, ABERAMAN. At Aberdare on Saturday. Scores: Darranlas. D. H. Davies, run out. 3 W. Williams, c Williams, b Cun- nick 0 W. Brooks, c and b Cunnick. 2 H. Stebbings, run out 0 D. Mortimer, b Cunnick 0 G. Brooks, run out. 5 W. Lawrey, c Jones, b R. Wil- liams 0 C. Bragg, b Cunnick. 5 W. C. Evans, c Evans, b Cunnick 8 E. Williams, not out 0 T. Parfit, b Brown 4 Extras. 4 Total 31 St. Margaret's. W. J. Brown, st W. Brooks, b G. Brooks 4 T. J. Williams, c W.B., b G.B. 1 R. Williams, run out. 5 J. Cunnick, b Brooks 0 W. Evans, c Braggs, b Mortimer 3 Hy. Collet, c Evans, b Brooks. 4 W. J. J. Smith, c Williams, b Stebbings 13 J. Jones, c Evans, b Brooks. 8 B. Smith, c Williams, b D. A. Davies 5 W. Parker, not out. 0 W. Davies, b D. A. Davies 0 Extras. 2 Total. 45 CWMBACH v. ABERCANAID. At Abercanaicl on Saturday. Scores:- Abercanaid. W. J. Williams, b Thomas 3 R. Saunders, c Jenkins, b H. J. Thomas 2 T. Hunter, b H. J. Thomas 0 R. Roderick, c Thomas, b T. Thomas 2 W. Lewis, not out 17 T. Thomas, c Thomas, b H. J. Thomas 5 J. Lewis, b T. Thomas. 3 E. Rees, c Meredith, b H.J.T. 3 W. R. Roderick, b T. Thomas. 5 B. Lewis, c IT. J. Thomas, b T. Thomas 5 E. Collard, b T. Thomas. 0 Extras 12 Total 57 Cwmbach. G. Mathews, c Rees, b Lewis. 1 T. Meredith, b E. Collarcl 12 D. Morris, b W. Lewis 8 H. J. Thomas, b Williams 1 W. Thomas, b Williams 0 T. Thomas, c J- Lewis, b Lewis. 3 E. Jenkins, b W. Lewis. 3 D. J. Davies, b W. Lewis. 3 J. Meredith, c J. Lewis, b W. Lewis 2 M. Jones, not out. 0 J. M. S. James, c Collard, b Williams 4 Extras. 6 Total. 43 ABERDARE CHURCH v. ABERDARE 'COUNTY SCHOOL II. At Robertstown on Saturday. Scores: Aberdare Church. J. Eynon, b Stubbins. 4 E. Mead, b Rhydderch 0 A. Jones, b Stubbins. 12 B. Milee, c Dovey, b E. Jones. 10 E. Cox, run out. 5 Thomas, b Jones. 0 Doyle, not out 6 S. C. Rees, h Rhydderch 0 Extras. 5 Total. 42 County School. A. Rhydderch, b Doyle. 3 Oxenham, b Rees 3 R. Watkins, lbw, b Rees 4 T. Stubbins, b Doyle. 4 E.. Jones, c Cox, b Doyle 1 MacCarthy, b Rees 4 F. Dance, b Doyle. 0 IT. Dovey, b Rees 1 M. George, st Miles, b Doyle. 5 Murphy, not out 0 Extras. 10 Total 35 CWMDARE MESMERS v. TRECYNON ROSES. Played at the Aberdare Park. The former team were minus D. Isaac, his place being filled by B. Jones. Scores: Cwmdare Mesmers. R. Bowen, run out, b D. T. Mor- gan 0 T. Morgan, b T. Davies. 11 S. Geen, b J. Jones. 1 F. E. Harris, b J. Morgan. 0 W. Isaac, c and b T. Evans 13 T. Williams, c and b T. Evans .I W. Thomas, c and b J. Jones. 0 R. Rosser, c and b W7. Lewis 0 T. Griffiths, b D. J. Morgan. 7 B. Jones, not out 1 Extras 6 Total 40 Trecynon Roses. R.'Evans, b T. Morgan 0 W. Lewis, b T. Morgan. 0 D. J. Morgan, b W. Isaac 1 G. W. James, c & b F. E. Harris 0 D. Jones, b W. Isaac 5 F. Humphreys, c and b W- Isaac 0 T. Davies, b T. Morgan. 0 E. J. Evans, b W. Isaac. 0 W. John, st, b T. Griffiths 0 E. Evans, b W. Isaac. 0 T. D. Jones, not out. 1 Extras 3 Total 10
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A CHILD'S PARALYSIS. Little Boy Helpless. Three Hospitals fail. Cured by DR. CASSELL'S TABLETS. Mrs. Watts, of Sheep .Street Lane, Etchingham, Sussex, writes :— Eight- een months ago my little boy developed Infantile Paralysis. He was so bad that he could not stand, so I took him to a hospital, when he was put in a plaster of Paris jacket, but he was too weak to wear it Then I got him into another hospital, where he remained a long time, and yet another, but he got no better, so I took him home. He was practical- ly helpless when I began Dr Cassell's Tablets, but in three months he could run about. and is now quite well. All consider his cure a miracle." Dr. Cassell's Tablets can be got at any chemists for -Iotd., lilt. and 2/9, and are a perfect cure for children's weak- ness and nerve stomach and kidney troubles.
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It has been decided to remove a notice on the pier at Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, which ran as follows: — Any person going on the pier without first produc- ing his railway ticket or paying the authorised toll, or insulting or annoying the pier-master or any other official, is liable to a fine of JE5/
Merthyr Bord of Guardians.j
Merthyr Bord of Guardians. On Saturday. Present: Mr. D. Hop- j kins (in the chair), Mrs. Evans, Mrs. Richards, Revs. J. O'Reilly, D. L. Jones, W. A. Jones, W. C. Thomas, T. Rees, Messrs. D. Evans (Merthyr), J. Price, W. Hiley, D. Edwards, Meth Davies, Idris Davies, S. Thomas, W7. Harris, T. Andrews, J.P., T. Hedge, T. T. Jenkins, W. Jones, Augustus Davies, J. Prowle, Morgan Williams, D. Hughes, D. Davies, J.P., B. Lewis, T. E. Morgan, Rd. Rees, T. B. Greatorex, J. Jones, J. Rogers, W. Hammonds, John Edwards, Lewis Ed- wards, with Messrs. F. T. James (clerk) and J. L. Morris (deputy clerk). TO PROTECT THE CHILDREN. Father O'Reilly moved the following resolution: —" That the Relieving Offi- cers be asked to hand to the medical officers a list of all the pauper chikiren living with widowed mothers or perman- ently disabled fathers, and that the c' medical officers be requested to i-epoit to the Board whether the children required special treatment, institutional or other- wise." Mr. T. T. Jenkins seconded the resolu- tion, which, was unanimously carried. ASSESSMENT. Mr. Augustus Davies moved that the Assessment Committee be authorised to engage a valuer to advise them with re- ference to the G.W.R. appeals.—Agreed. r -I Mr. Davies also moved that a valuer bt ell gaged to re-value the Dowlais Steel Works. Mr. D. Evans moved that the matter be referred to the overseers, and that they be asked to make the valuation. Mr. J. Rogers moved that the valuer be not engaged because the present time was inopportune, the Dowlais Works having not yet been completed.. It was carried that the valuer be en- gaged.
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What Aberdare wants to Know. From week to week, from year to year, there have been appearing in these columns statements made by neighbours which we have all read with great interest and many of us with great profit. But what we want to know is, do they stand the greatest test of ali- the test of time; does time endorse their truth ? Here is evidence from Cwmbach on this point. Mr W. J. Morris, 2, Waun-place, Cwmbach Aberdare, writes Dear Sirs I have very much pleasure in writing to tell \ou that I have found a wonderful improvement in my health ever since I used Doan's backache kidney pills." It was 6 years ago that Mr Morris was cured of kidney complaint by Doan's backache kidney pills, and he then made a statement, which we reprint, as it contains the facts of his case:— Since I have been taking Doan's backache kidney pills there has been a great change in my health," he said. "I used to have bad pains in my back, just over where the kidneys are, and they bothered me a great deal. I have none of these pains now, though, and my appetite is good. Doan's pills are certainly worth recommending to all who suffer with their kidneys. '(Signed) W. J. Morris." k Doan's Backache Kidney Pills are two shillings and ninepence per box (six boxes for thirteen shillings and ninepence). Of all chemists and stores, or post free, direct from Foster-McClellan Co.. 8 Wells street, Oxford-street, London, W Be sure you get exactly the same kind of pills that Mr. Morris had.
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Disputed Cup. Mountain Ash v. Treorky. Considerable interest was taken in football circles in the action heard on Thursday (before Judge Bryn Roberts) at Ystrad County-court instituted by Mr Torn Williams (chairman) and Mr Ack Llewellin, as representing the Glamorgan Football League, against the committee of the Treotky Rugby Foot- ball Club for the return of the League trophy now in custody of the defendants, who were last year's cup-hoiders. The defendants on their part counter-claimed for fifteen gold medals, or their ..value ( £ 15), which they contended they were entitled to Mr D Stanley Jones,appeared for the league, and Mr D, Bees for the defendants. Mr Stanley Jones said that on April 19th. a mal,eh was played, when it was found that Mountain Ash were winners by one point over Treorky, and con- sequently, Treorky were asked to give up the cup, which they refused to do. The fudge asked on what grounds Treorky could refuse to hand over the cup, even assuming their contention was right as to their position in the league ? Mr Rees said that he maintained that the decision of the league commit.tee was invalid, inasmuch as it was arrived at contrary to their own rules, and con- trary to their own resolution, The Judge: Assuming that, how can you resist this action ? His Honour added that the term for which the Treorky Club were entitled to the cup had expired. Mr liees dissented. The defendants maintained that, being still the champions, they were entitled to keep the cup for another year. The Judge expressed the view that even if this were so the Treorky Com- mittee should, iii the first place, have handed over the cup to the proper officials, and if they thought they were entitled to it should demand itaccordii g y. The Judge decided in favour of btie plaintiffs, holding that the Glamorgan League were entitled to award the cup to such team as the considered it be- longed to under their rules.
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:xa Llwydcoed Notes. Some discontent still lingers among the workmen who have not yet resumed work at the Dullas Colliery. I hope that no fresh trouble is brewing. When national struggles are in the wind we do not want petty parochial strifes. Recently a branch of Merched y De was formed in the place. This worthy society ought to find scope for energy and action in Llwydeoed just now. The fact that Llwydcoed is fast becom- ing the home of aristocrats ought to in- duce the G.W.R. Co. to provide a halt on their Aberdare Branch. The old saying is that money makes the mare go," and money ought to make the train stop-at Llwydeoed.
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HOLIDAY CAMPING. At North Devon. Plots of land to let. 1,400 feet above sea, level. The scenery unsurpassed.—Apply Rowe, Danygraig, Combe Martin.
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