The Aberdare Leader

ABERDARE DISTRICT COUNCIL. Election of One Extra Member for Cadlys Ward. TO THE ELECTORS. Ladies and Gentlemen,— You are, perhaps, aware that I have decided to offer myself as a Candidate for your Ward—the Ward in which I was born forty five years ago—and have now been honoured by being adopted as a Candidate by the Liberals of the Ward. Feeling that I have now bad very considerable experience, and, therefore, gained useful knowledge, 1 consider that I am justified in submitting myself to you and in asking you to kindly en- tertain favourably my appeal to you. Although born amongst you, 1 have, perhaps, been forgotten by some ot the inhabitants owing to the fact that I was away from Aberdare for a period of ten years. Despite this loss to me, I venture to say that through my en- gagements in various towns, I gained a varied and practical experience which is of great help to nie. I should, perhaps, say that I have been back in Aberdare for eleven years. Being the son of a working man, and having been in school with, and brought up amongst, the children of other working men, I claim that I know the needs of the working classes whom I shall always strive to protect and whose interests I have. and always shall have at heart, and will do everything that lies in my power so as to retain their goodwill and opinion, which I very much value and cherish. Those who know me well will under- stand that when I say I am a Welshman and that I know the Welsh language, I am proud of the fact. As to the work which falls to the lot of a District Councillor, I have (as Secretary to the Chamber of Trade and also to the Ratepayers' Association) had to closely follow and report upon the doings of the District Council and have had to carefully study the question of Rating, upon which I have written several essays. There are several subjects upon which I could write or speak, but, so as not to make this address too lengthy, I will deal here with a few only. (1) Education. I take an exceedingly great interest in the Education of our Boys and Girls in our Elementary Schools. This is because of the great difficulties and hardships I had to go through myself when I was studying for my Examin- ations to become a Solicitor. 1 am a believer in giving the children of the working classes the best possible Educa- tion they can get so as to enable them to try for higher things and to secure good positions in life. Having regard to the immense amount of money now spent on Education out of the Rates, I shall always stipport any movement which has for its object a good return for the money spent.

(2) Hospital for Aberdare. There is a crying need for something in this direction. I certainly do not despise the little hospital we have at present, nor am I ungrateful for the valuable service it has rendered to our town for many years yet 1 fearlessly say that it is quite incapable of meeting with the needs of such a populous dis- trict, and that it is absolutely imper- ative for the Council to turn its atten- tion to this important matter without any further delay. They have a Hospi- tal at Forth. Why not at Aberdare, which is a very much larger town:

(3) Town Improvements and Recreation Grounds. Dealing with my public work m the past, I humbly beg to remind the Elec- tors that it was through my efforts as Secretary to the Chamber that the Board of Trade in London practically compelled the Taff Vale Railway Com- pany to put up the new Station which is now being built at a cost of some thousands of pounds. It should be known that the Inspector from London had (in consequence of mv letters) been dcwn inspecting the old "Station three months before our Council passed a re- solution and before the condition of the Station was ever mentioned by our members in Parliament. I am in favour of establishing Recre- ation Grounds by which the young working men and others could secure health and pleasure. In my opinion, something ought to have been done to this purpose many years ago with the waste land at the Park. Why not lay it out (at a reasonable cost) for lawn tennis, or as a bowling green, or for some such outdoor game.1-1 The cost need not be a burden on the rates, as the games could be charged for as is now done with the boats. This would he the means of taking our young people from the street corners and tend to im- prove them physically, mentally and socially, and would, incidentally, be an effective way of enhancing the objects of the Purity and Morality Cam- paign, which is now becoming a very strong movement throughout the country. I consider this would do more practical good than all the lectures in the world, for the reason that people will not go to be lectured. There are many other matters which could be touched upon, and which will probably be dealt with at my Meetings, In conclusion. I would respectfully remind you that in coming out I am not trying to oust one of your old members. This Election is for an entirely new and extra member. Should you do me the great honour of electing me, my best services and regu- lar attendances at the Meetings of the District Council will be at your disposal. I am, Yours respectfully, T. W. GRIFFITHS, Solicitor. 22 Victoria Square and 3 Park Lane, Aberdare.

FOR SALE. CROSSLEY Gas Engine.—Newest type, with gas bag, exhanat box, water ta!nk, pipes, bolt», etc., com- plete. Cost 266 new 21 years ago. In perfect condition. May be seen run- ning any day.—Apply, "Leader" Offioe, 19 Cardiff St.. Aberdare.

ABERDARE URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL ELECTION. To the Electors of the Town Ward. Ladies and Gentlemen,— At the request of my kind supporters at the Guardians' Election, which was held last October (when I was elected by such a staggering majority), I beg respectfully to inform you that I have decided to offer myself as a Candidate for the Town Ward. I In the first place, permit me to say that I am not trying to displace one of your present members, this being an I election for an additional member for the Ward. I trust, and feel sure, that since I was elected as your representative on the Guardians, nothing has happened that would in any way lessen the confidence you reposed in me, for I cannot refrain from repeating that I value your appre- ciation in the extreme. It is with considerable reluctance that I have to complain that it has been said by my few enemies that I have not at- tended the Meetings of the Guardians. Not only is this untrue, it is also un- I fair, as it is a studied effort on the part I of my opponents' friends to attack me so as to gain their own ends. It will be within the knowledge of most of you that I underwent a very severe illness « short time back, which compelled me, much against my will, to remain indoors for some considerable time. The doctor warned me that I must not go out, hence my enforced absence from some of the Meetings. I am certain that your sense of fair play will help me under the circumstances. I am glad to think that I have amongst my friends a very large number of Nonconformists. I take no part whatever in politics, and I come out as a Candidate independent of any Party. I should, however, like to say that amongst other things I shall at all times do all I can to promote the education of the children, as upon them the future success of the town will depend. I do not believe in making rash pro- mises, as is too often done by Candi- dates on occasions of this kind, but I assure you that my sole object shall be the doing of what is just and right in the interests and for the benefit and welfare of the town and district gener- ally. I am proud to state that it has always been a real pleasure to me to help any charitable or deserving cause in which, for instance, a poor widow and children may be in dire distress, or an unfortun- ate workman who might have met with some terrible accident, depriving him of the capacity to earn the necessary money to maintain his wife and family. Let me assure you that I am still ready and willing to assist in cases of this kind whether it is by giving a bene- fit concert or organizing something in any other way to help any sufferers. Should you deem me worthy to repre- sent you, and you again honour me, I hardly need say that I shall ever have your best interests uppermost in my thoughts. Allow me to remain, Ladies and Gentlemen, Yours very faithfully, W. HAGGAR. Kinema House, Abernant Road, Aberdare. July 10th, 1914. P.S.-Pip-ase note that the Election takes place on Monday, 27th July. As there are so many candidates con- testing, I sincerely trust you will make sure of voting if you desire that I shall be elected.

Absrdare Urban District Council Election, Moqday, July 27,1914. To the Electors of No. 3 or Town Ward. Ladies and Gentlemen,— I have been urged by a number of my friends to offer myse f as a Candidate for the New Beat recently created in the Town Ward of the Aberdare Urban District Council, and after due consideration, and having the desire, and time at my disposal, I have great pleasure in doing so. It is well known that for years past suit- able work for women on all public bodies is much on the increase, and Urban District Councils are no exception. I shall only mention a few among the many departments where a woman's ex- perience and training would be of value, viz.:—The School Clinic with its School and District Nurses; Cookery and Home- making Centres including House-wifery and Laundry Work; the Infants' Con- sultation Centre the School for Defective and Delicate Children the Isolation Hos- pital, and Feeding of School Children when necessary. Women must of necessity be interested also in such matters as the Water aupply, Sanitation, and the Better Lighting of Dark Places. I am strongly in favour of Municipal Lodging Houses, especially for women, and believe that they are an urgent and ever-increasing neoessity. Moreover, since the Aberdare Council are utilising the powers granted under the provisions of the Housing of the Working Classes Acts, I am firmly of the opinion (and my experience on the Board of Guard- ians and in the building of the Cottage Homes strengthens that belief) that very often a woman's knowledge of a house, and what is wanted in it, might be very helpful. Having served on the Board of Guardians for 20 years, and on the Education Com- mittee for six years, 1 can with some con- fidence offer you my services on the Dis- trict Council, and, if elected, assure you that I will serve there as faithfully as I have elsewhere in the past. I beg to remain, Faithfally yours, MARIA RICHARDS. Wenallt, CoUege Street, Aberdare.

TENDERS. TENDERS are invited for excavating A for and laying out a Tennis Lawn at Llwydcoed, Aberdare. Plans, etc., may be seen at the Office of the undersigned, 31 Canon Street, Aber- dare, to whom endorsed tenders must be sent on or before the 25th dav of July, 1914. The lowest or any tender not neces- sarily accepted. C. H. ELFOJRD.

THE URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL OF ABERDARE. ELECTION No. 3 (Town Ward), 27th July, 1914. Ladies and Gentlemen,— I have been urged by a large number of the Ratepayers of the Town Ward to become a Candidate at the forth- coming Election, and after very careful I consideration I have consented to do so. Coming out, as I do, in the interests of No Party, I shall be perfectly tree to support all movements which aim for t'he better being of my fellow men; and although I shall always be on the side of strict economy, still, in any matter where economy is opposed to the physi- cal, intellectual, and moral development of the citizen I shall vote fearlessly for progress. Economy purchased with the Deterioration of the Citizen is Dearly Bought. I am, however, firmly of opinion that much can be done towards improvement by simply turning to advantage the present waste of ratepayers' money in inefficient and ill-considered schemes. I am opposed to the present flat sys- tem of housing scheme as pursued by the Council, believing that it leads to a congestion of population in small areas. I would advocate a more extensive sys- tem of housing on modern Garden City Principles, whereby means would be afforded every citizen to secure his own house. I am strongly in favour of wider thor- oughfares generally, more especially those which now serve as the main ar- teries of the town. I believe that had full advantage been taken of the powers conferred upon Local Authorities by the Town Planning and Public Health Acts, many streets' widenings could have been secured without any cost to the Rate- payers whatever. All observant Rate- payers are quite aware that opportuni- ties even now present themselves of economically securing important im- provements in this direction. I am opposed to the local method of so rating houses with bathrooms, which puts this very essential hygienic conven- ience to the workmen's dwellings at a higher rateable value. The inclusion of bath accommodation in a cottage should necessitate no more than a nominal annual charge for extra water. The bath being quite a rarity in the cheaper rented cottages, I am in favoui of Municipal Baths worked for the bene- fit of the community at mere working expenses. My views on Municipal Lodging Houses of the Model Lodging House Type are that they are a necessary evil and should be provided by the Council as a source of profit. The Council are now contemplating very large expenditure of Public Money upon increased Elementary School ac- commodation. I am thoroughly con. vinced thfit much could, and ought tc be done, towards making our School Buildings much less expensive and more artistic. I should advocate the open- air type of school of certain English towns, believing that such schools art healthier for the children and cheaper tc the ratepayers. I am strongly in favour of utilizing our existing Parks to greater advantage for recreative purposes, such as Bowling Greens, etc., firmly believing that « little money expended in this direction can be made profitable to the ratepay- ers. as proved by similar attractions ir Cardiff, Barry, and other towns. It is a matter of serious consideration thai the healthiest side of our valley-that is the Abernant side with its south aspect —is hut little developed in this direc- tion. The Infections Diseases Hospitai Scheme I consider to be an unnecessafj waste of Public. Money. Taking into consideration the fact that the Rates in Aberdare for a con- siderable time past have exceeded 10s. in the -C, I am firmly of opinion that greater benefits should have been se- cured to the inhabitants by this heavy expenditure. In seeking a position on the Council I may state that I have had previous experience as a Councillor in Municipal Work. In pledging myself to do all in my power to discharge my duties faithfully, I respectfully solicit your kind sym- pathy and support. I am, Ladies and Gentlemen, Yours faithfully, RICHARD MORGAN. 14 Cardiff Road, Aberdare.

ABERDARE DISTRICT COUNCIL BYE-ELECTION. MONDAY, JULY 27th, 1914. To the Electors of No. 5 or Aberaman Ward. Ladies and Gentlemen,— Owing to the large increase in the undertakings now controlled by the District Council, three additional seats have been allotted to No. 5 Ward. The undertakings are the Electric Tram- ways, Electric Light, Refuse Destruc- tor and Electric Generating Station. These works require careful and ex- perienced control, so that the inhabit- ants may receive the full benefit of the money expended. In view of the large experience I have had with similar works, 1 have been asked by a great number of Electors to become a Candidate for one ot the seats; and as I am desirous to see these undertakings successfully worked in the interest of all, 1 beg respectfully, to offer myself as a candi- date. If elected, I undertake to do all in my power to make the Tramways and other works the greatest benefit to everyone, and to assist generally in the multifarious duties performed by the Council. Trusting to be favoured with your vote and interest. I beg to remain, Ladies and Gentlemen, Faithfully yours, JOSEPH MARTIN. I Aberaman Terrace, Aberaman.

ABERCWMBOI STOP WATCH COMPETITION. TICKET bearing time, 3 hours 4 JL minutes 56 seconds in the above Competition must be in the Secretary's hand riot latei- than July 21st. other- wise prize will be forfeited.—William Williams. 5 Bronallt, Secretary. -> Ladies, Read This. ADVICE FREE for Stamp.— Mrs M. Stewart's famous Female Remedy lever falls. Address—P, Guinea-at, Bristol. Prapali Small Advertloments. Inserted at the following specially low rates One week. 8 wkt. 6 wks. s. d. s. d. s. d. 18 words 0 6 1 0 1 6 24 0 9 1 fl 2 8 ail „ 1 0 2 0 8 0 40 „ 1 8 2 6 8 9 48 „ 1 8 8 0 4 6 These charges apply only to the follow- ing classes of advertisements :—Apart- ments, Situations (Vacant or Wanted), To Lot, Lost or Found. ana Miscellaneous Wants. Properties for Sale or Wanted at double above rate. Remittances may be made by Poetal Orders or half-penny stamps. [f not prepaid extra will be charged. Advertisement and Publishing Offices, Cardiff Street, Aberdare. PROPERTIES FOR SALE. FREEHOLD.-A large shop and pre- JL mises, 105 Cemetery Road, Aber- dare. Excellently fitted out. Good situation for grocer, draper or chemist. Rare opportunity. Price low. Or would lease at a reasonable rent.—Ap- ply, E. Lewis Jones and Co., Auction- eers, 22. Cardiff Street, Aberdare. WANTED. WANTED immediately experienced cook-general.—Apply, with refer- ences, Mrs. Davev, The Laurels, Tre- cynon, Aberdare. WANTED in August or September a six-roomed house, with or without bathroom.—Reply, stating all particulars to Nemo, "Leader" Office. WANTED in August superior furn- ished apartments for young mar- ried couple.—Reply, stating particulars, to Omega, "Leader" Office. A HOUSE containing three or four good rooms for the purpose of a Visiting Station for the Welsh National Memorial Association, in the centre of the town.-Appl.v, F. A. Phillips, 34 Victoria Street, Merthyr Tydfil. WANTED by the Aberdare Co-oper- ative Society, Ltd., a strong lad, not over 15 years of age, to assist in warehouse. Wages to commence, 10s. weekly.—Applcations, stating age, to be in by Saturday, July 18.—The > Committee. EXPERIENCED Haulier wanted immediately. Wages, 30s. per week. Applications, stating age and experience, must be delivered not later than 6 o'clock Friday evening (July 17th) to the Trecynon and Cwmdare Co-operative Society, Ltd., Trecynon. A' GOOD General. Age, 25 to 30; wages, £ 15.—Apply, 27 Clifton Street. A GENERAL (young). Sleep out. References.—23 Cardiff Street. > WOULD any person anticipating T V removal please inform adver- tisers (young couple) of vacant house. 10s. 6d. will be paid for information re- ç sulting in tenancy. Apply, C.Y., J "Leader" Office. WANTED for September sitting- room and bedroom in house with bathroom and indoor conveniences. Within 20 minutes walk from stations. —Apply by letter, stating terms, to 171, "Leader" Office. WANTED to rent house with 9 or 10 rooms, bathroom, etc., in 1 Aberdare, by end of August, or before. —Apply, Alpha, "Leader" Office. Aber- dare. WANTED a small house in Aber- dare.—Apply, Manager, Aber- aman Hall. FOR SALE. —————————-———————————— SHOP and House for Sale, now en- larged. Beautiful view and locality. Good position for any busi- ness.—Apply, 1 Richmond Terrace, Abernant, Aberdare. 31 H.P. TRIUMPH, in good condi- 2 tion; recently re-enamelled and overhauled. Inspection invited.-Mol- gan, Telynfa, Aberdare. BARGAIN, 3-speed 3 h.p. Rover, in good condition, guaranteed, £ 32. —Rees, 15 Bailey Street, Mountain Ash. NO. 121 Glanaman Road, Cwmaman. Three rooms up and three down. —Apply, G.R., Leader" Office. ONE Share in the Windsor Building Club, Cwindare.—Apply, Share, "Leader" Office. AN almost new Wagonette (by Fuller). Suitable for horse 14 to 15 hands.—Apply, Joe Edwards, Auc- tioneer, Aberdare. BEDROOM Suite, including 2 beds complete, dressing table, wash- stand, wardrobe and 2 chairs. Par- lour Suite, including sofa, 2 arm chairs, 4 small chairs and one centre table. Kitchen dresser, 4 chairs, 1 table. Set of china, and useful lot of kitchen utensils. Will be sold at a sacrifice.- Apply, No. 3 Tanyard Place, Aber- aman. FOUR Pigs, 4 months old, and 15 chickens 2 months old.—Apply 12 Tanyard Place, Aberaman. A Good Talking Parrot; cheap.— Enquire at 13, David Price-street Aberdare. BATH Chair, good as new.—Apply, 42 Glvn Gwyn Street, Mountain Ash. TO LET. GLANCYNON HOUSE, 11 rooms,, electric light throughout; central position; near both Railway Stations. For terms, apply Manager, Glancynon Foundry. COMFORTABLE Board-Residence C for one or two respectable young men; h. and c. bath.-T.D.G., 'Leader' Office. BEDROOM and sitting-room, con- venient, suit two teachers; bath, h. and c.—Apply, X.Y.Z., "Leader" Office. LOCK-UP Shop, suitable for grocer. Splendid opening.—Apply, Mor- gan, Butcher, Trecynon. COMBEMARTIN COMMON.-House C standing in 5 acres of land. Mag- nificent landscape and sea view. Also detached house, 10 rooms; bath, stables, coach-house, etc., in Combemartin. Apply, Roberts, Elm Grove, Aberdare. SUPERIOR Bedroom and Sitting ks Room for one gentleman.—Apply O.P.Q., Leader Office. HOLIDAY APARTMENTS. PORTMADOC, North Wales.—Har- JL lech Temperance, High Street. Home from Home. Tea Rooms. Sea and Mountain Views. Moderate Terms. —Mrs. Hughes (late of Mountain Ash). DIN AS HOTEL, Pontneathvaughan, Glyn Neath. Nearest Hotel to Waterfalls. A Large Dining Room on the Premises. Also Marquee on Grounds. Schools, Choirs, and Parties Catered for at moderate charges. A Field available for Sports, etc. Well Aired Beds. Good Stabling. For Terms apply to James Svmmons, Pro- prietor. Noted for Welsh Hani and Eggs. LLANGAMMARCH Wells. Home- ly apartments. Public or Pri- vate Rooms. H. & c. baths. Near Wells. Bracing air. Moderate.—Mrs. Joseph, Penygraig. New Athletic Grounds, Aberdare Bank Holiday, Aug. 3, The Aberdare and District Licensed Victuallers' Association's Grand SPORTS Horse Races, Foot Races, Tug-of-War. Entries close first post, THURSDAY, July 30. Gates open 1 o'clock, first Raoe at 2 prompt Handicappers :-Morse, Mr W. YEO, Swansea; Foot, Mr TED LEWIS Pontyptidd. Starter, J. MACKENZIE, Aber- dare. Judges: Messrs DANIEL DAVIES, JOHN KEES and HAROLD KNIGHT. Admission, 6d., 1/- & 1/6. Entry Forms may be obtained from the Secretary, Mr W. R. JONES, Accountant, Cardiff Street, Aberdare. TENDERS. TENDERS are invited for the work of fixing new Doors and Windows, and Cementing backs and fronts of 51 to 55, Fforchaman-road, Cwmaman.— Apply, 26, Clifton-street, Aberdare. STEWARTS in Canon St. KING TAIL0RED You are dressed in a Stewart Suit— not simply encased. Every garment is a model of painstaking work-well planned — nicely fashioned — carefully finished. 30/= TO ORDER Better ranges 35/6. 37/6, 421.. 45/ 50/= The relative values are all the iame, but of course you cannot get all the grades of material under the one price heading. TOMKwii 6 Canon Street,"5 ABERDARE Oxford St., MOUNTAIN ASH 150 Branches from London to Aberdeen,1 including Barry, Swansea, Tonypandy, Merthyr Tydfil,. Pontypridd, Tredegar, Ebbw Vale, &c. "THE OLD FIRM "-E istabli ailed 1885 CASE BROS.. ARTISTS IN FLOWERS, M QUEEN STREET, CARDIFF. Tel., 628. Telegrams. Came Brot., Cardiff. Wadding Bouquets and Sprays. Wruths and Crosses. Expert Daslgners. OUR SPECIALITY WREATHS, 7/6 and 10/6. Please Send Cash with Order. Ring up 823.

BlftTHS, MARRIAGES and DEATHS. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. GRIFFITHS.—The family of the late Mrs. Martha Griffiths, Carpenters' Arms, Aberdare. desire to return their thanks to all who sent messages to them in their recent sad bereave- ment, and also for the many beautiful floral tributes. THOMAS.— Mrs. Harriet Thomas and family, 71 Cemetery Road. Trecynon, beg to return thanks to all who sym- pathised with them in their recent be- reavement also for floral tributes. SEXTON.—Mrs. Sarah Sexton and family, of 6 Morgan Street, Gadlys, beg to return sincere thanks to all who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement; also for floral tributes.

PRINTING OF EVERY DESCRIPTION naatly and promptly axaovtad at the "Leader" and "Tarlan" Oflaa, FOR THE HOLIDAYS. A Large Stock of SECOND-HAND TELESCOPES AND FIELD GLASSES AT VERY LOW PRICES. Also a Large Stock of SUIT CASES from 3/1*1. Wjorris Jacobs & Sons 14 Cardiff St., Aberdare.

Scraps. (By a THE SCRIBE.") The meeting held at the Trecynon Pub- lic Hall on Thursday last was supposed to start at 6.30 p.m., but it was over an hour afterwards that a start was really made. Councillor Idwal Thomas was on the scene at the advertised time, while the audience were around the hall wait- ing the advent of the speakers. Mr. C. B. Stanton could not attend, while the other speaker, Mr. W. W. Craik, of Lon- don, could not be found. The explan- ation was that Mr. Craik called at a certain house in town, and was waiting for the time of the meeting to arrive. He waited and waited, but it was sometime before he realised that the clock in the house had stopped! Seeing the term municipal under- taking" appearing so frequently in elec- tion literature distributed in Aberdare, one puzzled man asked a friend what it meant. The reply was, Supplying coffins for Council officials and members." See- ing that both departments of the Council have been considerably strengthened of late, this business ought to be more re- munerative than it used to be. It might be gospel, Lut it is not com- mon sense. I mean to keep a congrega- tion for an hour and forty minutes in an air-tight chapel on a hot day like last Sunday. There was no need for the prea- cher to mention Hades. All who were in that local torrid zone realised its terrors.

The late Mrs Martha Griffiths, Aberdare. Wo regret to record the death of an old and respected Aberdarian in the per- son of Mrs. Martha Griffiths, late of the Green Dragon, but who at the time of her death resided with her son-in-law at the Carpenters' Arms, Canon St. The deceased lady had been ailing for some time. Her daughter predeceased her by some three months. Mrs. Griffiths was well known amongst the old musicians, as she was one of the members of the noted Cor Mawr, conducted by the re- nowned Caradog. She also took a pro- minent interest in friendly socities, of one of which. "The Temple of Love" Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd- fellows, M.U., she was treasurer for a number of years. At the last meeting of this lodge a vote of condolence with the family was passed, and the secre- tary was instructed to put on record the valuable services which the deceased treasurer had rendered to the society. The interment took place on Monday at. the Aberdare Old Cemetery, the offici- ating minister being the Rev. D. Silyn The ip'oat esteem in which Mrs Griffiths was held was shown by the re- presentative nature of the cortege, amongst those present being Dr. Martin Jones, Mr J. D. Thomas, solicitor; Mr A. V. ChurchiJJ, Mr Thos. Noote, Mr Morgan John, Mr Nicholas Llewelyn Harry; Mr Hawkins, Mr W. J. Evans, Mi-. 1 arsons, Messrs. Win. Davies, Hav Stores; Tom Roes, Castle Hotel; W\ Williams, Carmarthen Arms; D. Wil- liams, Cross Inn; J. Hopkins, iron- monger; J. Scott, and other well-known peoplo. The bearers were Messrs Willie Oliver, Hugh Powell, Levi Morris and William Davies, together with Messrs. Evan Leyshon, Thomas Henrv Roberts, John Lewis, and David Evan;, the trustees of the Temple of Love Lodge. The mourners were lKf coach Mr. and Mrs. D. Griffiths (son) Leslie and Gwennie Griffiths (grand- children) Mr J. M. Griffiths (son). Mattie Griffiths, grand-child. 2nd: Mr and Mrs. H. Oliver, Gorseinon, daugh- ter Mr T. J. Oliver, grandson; Mr and Mrs T. H. Davies, daughter, and Violet Davies, grandchild. 3rd: Mr Ben Evans, son-in-law; Mrs. M. A Evans sister; Mr and Mrs W. Powell, sister' 4th: Mr J. Morgan, brother-in-law Mr David John Morgan, nephew; Marv Morgan and Annie Jane Morgan, grand- children Nurse M. J. Evans. 5th Jones, Porth; D. Jones, Wm. Wil- w0PT^ew^' l*°wen, cousin, bth W Davies, Senghenvdd; Mrs. Mamwarmg Mardy Hotel, Gorseinon; Mrand Mrs D. Watkins, Pontardulais. Handsome floral tributes were re- cen ed from the following :-Mr and Mrs -f Griffiths; Leslie and Gwennie Grif- fiths, Mr and Mrs Oliver, Mr and Mrs T. H. Davies, AH' B. Evans, Mr and Mrs D. Evans, Mr and Mrs Powell, Misses Mary and Annie Jane Morgan, Supt. Latheron, Gowerton; Dr. Greehv Forest Fach; Mr Harold Williams solicitor, Gorseinon; Mr J. Jackson Worthingtons'; Mr S. Shaw, Town Brewery; Mr D. Griffiths and sister- Mr and Mrs Churchill; Mrs Williams' High Street; Mrs Mainwaring; Mr and Mrs D. Watkins; Mr and Mrs Levi Morris; Mr and Mrs David Thomas, Gorseinon; Misses Sally and Hannah. The undertakers were Messrs E. Williams and Sons, High Street. ————'———————L——M-————

GIRLS Wanted. { BOWEN'S$ Mineral Water Works, Aberdare. J *v*v.v.

Letters to the Editor. CWMBACH HALT. Mr. Editor,—Now that the above halt is an accomplished thing, and we have & regular motor service, permit me to com- pliment the G.W.E. Co. upon the busi- ness-like method with which they icarried- out the first excursion in the history of the halt on Monday last to Aberavon. However. I wish to draw the attention of the authorities to the state of affairs upo 11 the arrival of the first excursion home. The stairway was literally packed with children—and a few adults-from bridge to platform. The consequence was that over 500 passengers were de- tained on the platform because they could only move up the said stairway in single file. Of course, I readily put it down to curiosity and excitement, but surely children who had no business there ought not to be allowed on the stairs and prove a barrier and obstacle to the exit. I hope that the proper authorities will see t. this on future occasion.—Sincerely yours, EXCURSIONIST. THE MORALS OF TYNTB. Dear Sir,-With your permission I should like to reply through the medium of your paper to the attacks made by H Visitor" upon Tynte. It seems that persons like "Visitor" take a delight in attacking this place without regard the truth contained in their accusations, and further; "Visitor" makes attacks o. this place only, not considering the state of morals prevailing in other places in the locality. In signing himself "A Visi- tor," he has committed an error, because a casual resident cannot see" all the things he says he has in a short time. It seems to me that he has visited" this place with the definite purpose of casting 'a slur upon it, for what he has said is totally untrue, except the charge of liv- ing "tally." H Visitor" suggests remedies. Very well, why does he not endeavour to carry them out himself? It would do him more good if he visited Penrhiwcei- ber. Miskin, and Mountain Ask, if he wishes to show people the error of their ways regarding morality. The percen- tage of charges made against the people of Tynte in the police courts is extreme- ly low as compared with that of the places mentioned above. Further, the orderli- ness prevailing in the main and back streets of Tynte at all times, day or night, would be a pattern which people residing in these places could imitate with great advantage. I could appreci- ate David's" sarcasm had he not been so much misled by "Visitor's" article.— Yours trulv, VKRAX.

ABERCWMBOI. TO CONTRIBUTORS, ETC.—For a fortnight from this date, in the absence of Mr. W. R. Griffiths, our representative at Abercwmboi will be Ir. Dan T. Jones, 16, Bronallt-terrace, to whom all com- munications should be sent. DEATH AND INTERMENT.—Little Nigel, the youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. Gwilym Jones, 53, Bronallt-terrace, passed away on Wednesday, July 1st. The interment took place on Monday at Maesyrarian Cemetery. The Rev. M. Jenkins officiated. The mourners were: Mr. Gwilym Jones (father), Mr. John Thomas, Ferndale (grandfather), Messrs. D. J. Jones (Tylorstown), E. M. Thomas (Ferndale). W. H. Rees, L. J. Kees, P. Sullivan, G. Hughes. D. Hughes and T. John (uncles), D. H. Hughes, E. W. Hughes, E. R. Hughes and D. R. Thomas (cousins). Several floral tributes. were sent. CHAPTER OF ACCIDENTS.—On Thursday morning while following his employment as a collier at Nixon's Navi- gation Colliery, Sam Ward, Duffryn Golwg, Bronallt, met with a very nasty accident. A large piece of stone came down, smashing his foot.—On Thursday afternoon, while cycling down through Abercynon, Danny Isaac, son of Mr. Dan Isaac. 69, John-street, in trying to escape a little girl who ran across the road, was thrown over, with the result that he sustained a fractured right arm, a bruised left hand and bruised left thigh. —Also Mr. John Morris, 43, Park View, narrowly escaped a serious accident while working as a haulier at the Cwmneol P.D. Colliery. A journey of coal ran wild, and he was caught between the trams and the side. His scalp and leg were injured.—On Saturday, J. Howe, 25, Mostyn-street, met with an accident at the Aberaman Colliery. A fall of stone cut his head severely.—A little girl named A. Edwards, 7. Mostyn-street, fell off the wall while playing on Saturdar. Her leg was ripped open. DISTRICT COUNCIL BYE-ELEC- t TION. On Saturday last a well attend- ed meeting of the electors of Abercwm- boi was held at Bethlehem Hall, Mr. Joseph Morton in the chair. He ex- plained that the meeting had been called to see what was their position at Aber- cwmboi in regard to a candidate, in the face of the action of the Aberdare Trades and Labour Council, on the previous Thursday, when they rejected the nomi- nees that a general meeting had recom- mended, viz., Mr. John Evans, 7, John- street, and Mr. William Williams, check- weighcr. It was explained to the meet- ing that the Aberdare Trades and Labour Council had selected Mr. John Evans, 87, Park View, Abercwmboi, a person that not a single colliery lodge in the Aber- aman Ward had nominated, and several' persons were of opinion that the Trades Council bad done an injustice to Aber- ewmhoi in selecting a candidate the place Ihacl not asked for, and in rejecting the two nominees of the general meeting and the Abercwmboi Colliery. After some discussion, it was unanimouslv decided, to run an independent candidate from the place, as a protest against the Trades Council. I hree names were put before the meeting, viz., Messrs. Richard Wil- liams (collier) 11, John-street William Phillips, do, Jenkin-street (miner); and Harry Williams, 19, Bronallt-terrace (in- surance agent). Also Mr. John Evans, one of the rejected by the Trades and Labour Council, was asked to run as an Independent Labour, but he refused, al- though he was of the opinion that Aber- ewmboi had received an unfair treat- ment at the hands of the Trades Council. It was decided to hold another meeting on ednesday, July 15th, to decide which of the nominees they would run. [Since writing the above, we have ascer- tnmed that at the meeting referred to, Mr. iff Williams WM; selected can- didate. Mr. John H. Davies was elec- ted secretary.]

Sale of Properties. On Tuesday evening, at the Queen's Hotel, Aberdare, Mr. W. Winstone Rees, auctioneer, held a sale of leasehold pro- perties. LJï; 1 No. 41. Bute-street, Aber- dare, was sold for £ 123 to Mr. John Par- ker, Aberdare. Lot 2-No. 42, Bute- street, was withdrawn at X130. Lot 3- No. 43, Bute-street, sold to Mr. John Parker for < £ 121. Lot 4-No. 69, Bute- street, let at .€2 per lunar month, with- drawn at ,£290. Lot 5-Nos. 5 and 6, Nith-street, Aberdare, sold to Mr. Parker for X125. Lot 6—Dwelling-house with shop, outhouse, etc. (No. 4, Nith-street), withdrawn at 2275. The solicitors to the vendors were Mr. R. Strother Lewis, Aberdare, and Mr. E. Howell Evansr Aberdaro.