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Coal for the Navy. ABERCYNON WORKMEN PUT iN TBLE. On Sunday afternoon a mass meeting of all underground workmen employed at the Dowlaid-Cardiff Colliery, A ber- ry nou, was held at the Workmen's Hall to consider the question of working extra time to supply the Admiralty with coal in the present crisis. Mr. Thomats Davies, checkweigher, presided, and was supported on the platform by Messrs. Ben Davies, Miners' Agent; William Reynolds, George Evans, and Councillor Charles Maddox. There was a very large attendance, and there was unanimity regarding the resolutions passed that the day shift should put in an extra hour daily, and that they should be paid at the rate of a turn and a sixth per day for extra time. Mr. Ben Davies gave an account of the negotiations with regard to working overtime in order to supply the Admiral- ty with coal. [r. Davies said that the collieries in Wales affected by this re- quirement were only a few, and he thought that people working in those collieries should consider themselves very fortunate, as the collieries in anthracite districts had been closed last week. The collieries supplying coal for the Navy should do all possible for the Admiralty on an occasion of this kind, or else for what purpose were British men-of-war if they were not supplied with coal 'i The Conciliation Board had decided that day wage men, whether employed by a company or contractors, and colliers working in abnormal places should be paid at the rate of seven days for six or one and one-sixth day per shift if called upon to work this extra hour. Mr. Davies contended that if they refused to comply with the request made by the masters the Government might rescind the Eight Hours Act. After Mr. Davies had concluded his address, the question of time came on. whether the day workmen should com- mence work at 7 each morning or at 6? There were two propositions made, viz.. that they should work from 6 a.m. to 3 n.m.. and that they should work from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mr. William Reynolds said that they had done their utmost to get the morn- ing shift to start at 6 a.m., and to finish at n.m., as at present, but that thev failed. Councillor Charles Maddox also said that he had been to the manager re- garding the same thing that day (Sun- day), and received a similar reply. Mr. John Fees Morgan, c-heckweigher, drew the attention of the workmen to the fact that notices had been placed since Saturday on the colliery notice boards announcing the hours of work at the colliery for the coming week, and if they changed the hours at that meeting there would be no possible means of informing men residing out of the neighbourhood and working at the local collieries of the alteration. He also called their attention to the ne- cessity of deciding whether they re- quired to work an extra half hour again on a. Thursday and a Friday afternoon so as to be able to finish aii-hoiir earlier on Saturday. Mr. George Evans and Mr W. Rey- nolds were then elected tellers, and the amendment that the men should work from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. every dav except Saturday, when they would work from to 4, was unanimously carried. A for- mal ote was taken also as regards to the extra, 1 hours, and it was decided not to work any further extras on Lhursdays and Fridays, as it would be inconvenient for the afternoon shift. ABERCYNON COLLIERY HORSES FOR THE WAR. About forty horses from the Dowlais- Cardiff Colliery, Abercynon, were brought up last week to be sold to the Army oihcials for artillery purposes.

Ask your Neighbour. Hundreds of Aberdare People can tell you all about it. Home endorsement, the public ex- pression of Aberdare people, should be evidence beyond dispute for every Aber- dare reader. Surely the experience of friends and neighbours, cheerfully given by them, will carry more weight than the utterances of strangers residing m far-away places. Read the following- On March 18th, 1913, Mrs. M. Cop- ner, of 8 Harriet Street, near the Public Hall, Trecynon. Aberdare, said: "Although I am nearly seventy-six years of age I am pleased to sav I still enjoy very good health. I have, how- ever, had occasional attacks of kidney complaint together with touches of rheumatism. The pains in mv back were so severe that at times f have scarcely been able to turn in*bed. I used to feel very tired in the mornings, and seemed to have had no rest. My head was painful, and I had fits of dizziness, too. The urinarv sys- tem gave me trouble at times. i ,have al"'avs found Doan's backache kidney pills splendid for the complaint, I have taken them now and again for years, and they have al- ways done me a great deal of good in removing the pains, brightenino- me up and correcting the urinary disorder. "I shall always say a. good word for Doan s pills, for they deserve all the praise that can be given them. (Signed) I M. Copner." On April 21st. 1914-over twelve months later—Mrs. Copner said: "1 shall be seventy-seven years of age next month, and I am enjoying very good health. I take Doan's pills now and again, and I find them very help- ful, and I recommend the pills to others." The worst discomforts of old age are rheumatism, an aching, crooked back, having to get up several times in the night to relieve the bladder, shakiness of the limbs, and a gradually failing sight. Doan's backache kidney pills nave done wonders for elderly 'people by keeping the kidneys in a healthy, active state. Price 2/9 a box, (5 boxes 13/9; of all dealers, or from Foster-McClellan Co., H Wells St., Oxford St., London, W. Don't ask for backache or kidney pills, —ask distinctly for Doan's backache kidney pills, the same as Mrs. Copner had.

Aberdare Pulpit References to the War. Rev. J. Griffiths at Calvaria. Preaching at Calvaria Welsh Bap- tist Chapel on Sunday evening the Rev. James Griffiths, the popular pastor, said that in the first act of this war England would come out with clean hands. England had re- fused to act deceitfully against France, and had refused to break her promise to Belgium. The prin- ciple of Christianity was against war, but at the present time Eng- land was engaged in a just cause, and they could only pray for her success. There might come a time when war would be impossible, .but that time was not yet. The Kaiser. in his boastfulness, had forgotten God. and acted like the Assyrian of old. Since the seventeenth century the nations of the world had been developing in the wrong way. They were developing the military and material spirit at the expense of the spiritual and moral side of life. Universal peace would only be pos- sible when God was given his right- ful place in the universe. Tabernacle, Aberdare. Preaching at Tabernacle English Cong. Church, Aberdare. on Sunday morning, the Rev. D. Glanant Davies, Canonbury, London, said it must be admitted that in the present crisis Britain was fighting for justice and independence, and lie prayed that God would bless the British arms, and give us victory. While our comrades were at the seat of war we could remember them in our prayers, and intercede on their be- half just as Paul offered an interces- sory prayer on behalf of the Ephesians.

Distress at Glyn Neath. There are at the present moment a I number of families at G-lyi Neath that are absolutely in want, and there is ur- gent need for immediate steps to be taken to organise some sort of relief fund in the district. In no part of the coalfield will the effect of the war be more keenly felt, and unfortunately m no part of South Wales coalfield are people less able to stand the strain. One reason for this is that the place is a growing one, and the people, who have recently settled there, are for the most part without mojiey and also with- out credit. It would be well under the circumstances if some of the most prominent people in the place organised themselves into a Relief Committee for the purpose of taking all possible steps to relieve the worst cases.

The Volunteers. (Air: "Gallant 24th.") The Motherland is calling On her civilian sons To aid their comrades in the ranks Before the foemen's guns. The answer has surprised the world And silenced every jeer, "For freedom, honour, home and king We freely volunteer; For freedom, honour, home ind king We freely volunteer." Chorus. For English, Irish, Welsh and Scotch, Then give three hearty cheers; They'll take the Germans down a notch, Will the British Volunteers. From the green fields of Erin, From Scotland's rugged dales, From England's smiling valleys, and From "Gallant Little Wales," Thousands are ready for the front Without the slightest fear, No need for "commandeering" us, Each man's a Volunteer, No need for "commandeering" us, Each man's a Volunteer. Chorus: For English, Irish, etc. From Aberdare and Rhondda The collier lads will go, The lads who daily lisk their lives And fear not any foe; Our standing army is but small, And at it foes may sneer, But they've forgot to reckon with The British Volunteer; But they've forgot to reckon with The British Volunteer. Chorus: For English, Irish, etc. And those not fit for fighting Have still a part to play. Keep watch and ward o'er those he" loves When Tommy's far away; Keep grim despair far from their doors With gifts and words of cheer, And pray God-speed and safe return To every Volunteer, And pray God-speed and safe return To every Volunteer. Chorus: For English, Irish, etc. PHIL.

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Y.M.C.A. Billiardõ ëHandicap. The billiard handicap promoted at the Aberaman Workmen's Institute by the Y.M.C.A. (Industrial department) terminated on Saturday. There were 68 entries The first prize was a cue and f'a.p. won by George Key; 2nd, value 7<. lid., bv tfiehard Davies; 3rd, value .V. TIenrv Hick-; 4th, value 2s. 6d.. W. Lewis. Appended were the scores:— Fii'-it round: H. Davies. v. Wat- kin Kee-, 144; George Key, 150 v. Os- borne Kedward. 95; H. Davies, 150 v. Frank Handlev. 144; David Harries, 150 v. W. J. Absalom, 125; .T. Llewelyn, J 107 v. Harrv Hicks, 150; P. Williams, 150 v. David Thomas Hamer. 131; John Meredith. 1;)4); D. 115 (prelim- inary round); W. 11. -lones, 140 v. \V. J. (Jay. 150; J. Lewis, 150 v. E. Davies, 111; J. J. Morgan, 150 v. Harry Atkins, 110; George Pace, 150 v. D. W. Jolt, 139; Trevor < liowles, 96 v. D. J. Jones, 150: Mostyti (,howle. 150 v. George 125 preliminary round); Phil. Morgan. 150 v. William Davies, 92; Charlie <'h"wles. 150 v. W. J. Lewis, 123; Gordon Poole, 150 V. H. E. Hughes, 81: Ike Simmon. 150 v. H. Brock, 139; I). Evans. 150 v. J. ('. Whitmarsh, 114; I). E. Edwards, 96 v. J. C. Mubiennan, 150 (preliminary round); J. Meredith, 150 J. < Mubiennan, 117: W. Howells, 150 v..T. Williams, 148; E. J. Williams, 150 v. Tom John Dumayne, 110; Wil- liam 150 v. Evan Williams, 93; ( harlie Jones, 150 v. F. Smith. 146; Tom Morgan. 141 v. S. Owen. 150; D. J. Jones. 150 v. Henry Reed, 127; H. Withers, 139 v. T. J. Davies, Cwmaman, 150; I). Richards, 150 v. J. J. Davies, 114; W. J. Jones, 150 v. E. Hoare, 116; 1). ('howle<, 140 v. W. Lewis, 150. Second round: H. Davies. 150 v. Gor- don Poole. 134: Phil Morgan, 150 v. Harry Davip" 136; E. J. Williams, 100 v. William Male. 150; George Lewis, 148 v. Charlie Jones, 150; H. Hicks, 150 v. David Evans, 131:1. Daniel, 145 v. S. Owen. 150; B. R. Davies, 150 v. P. Williams. 13rt: D. Harries, 150 v. W. Howells. 130: W. J. Gay, 146 Y. T. Sey- mour, 150: W. J. Jones, 150 v. J. J. Morgan, 147: D. Richards. 150 v. Mostyn Chowles, 129: Charlie Ohowles, 101 v. W. Lewis. 150; George Key. 150 v. T. J. Davies, Cwmaman. 137; D! -T. Jones, 150 J. Meredith. 77: Ike Simmons, bye. Third round: Charlie Jones, 150 v. S. Owen. 117; B. R. Davies, 115 v. Harry Hicks. 150; Phil Morgan, 150 v. William Male, 77; Richard Davies, 150 v. Ike Simmons, 129; D. Harries, 150 v. Geo. Pace, 136; Lewis, 150 v. T. Seymour, W. J. Jones. 139 v. George Key, 150; D. Richards, 119 v. D. J. Jones, 150. Fourth round: David Harries, 141 v. R. Davies, 150; Phil Morgan, 99 v. Harry Hicks, 150; William Lewis, 150 v. Charlie Jones, 138; D. J. Jones, 136 v. George Key, 150. Semi-final: W. Lewis, 115 v. Richard Davies, 150; H. Hicks, 136 v. George Key, laO. Final: Richard Davies, 139 v. George Key, 150; Harry Hicks, 150 v. W. Lewis,

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"War against War." Hostile Reception of Mr. Keir Hardie. Uproarious Meeting at Aberdare. A meeting under the auspices of the Labour Party was held at the Aberdare Market on Thursday last. There was a very large attendance, but the whole of the proceedings was of a most up- roarious character. Councillor E. Stonelake presided, and was supported by Mr. Keir Hardie, M P., Mr T. Richardson, M.P., Councillor Tdwal Thomas and others. Councillor E. Stonelake opened the procedfngs by stating that they had met under one of the gloomiest clouds that had ever overspread Europe. War had broken out, and it was essential for them to know something about it be- fore so freely talking about it on street corners. Under the circumstances they ought to be grateful to Mr Keir Hardie and Mr Richardson for coming there, for the consequences to the working classes of the war were such as no one could measure. (Cheers.) Mr Keir Hardie then started to ad- dress the meeting, but was received with loud hooting., which was mingled with cheers. A large section of the audience began singing "God Save our Gracious King," and this was again followed by cheering. The most of the crowd got up on chairs, etc., to huve a better view of the meeting, and it was impossible to proceed. A few min- utes elapsed and then a section of the audience again struck up Rule Bri- tania." A slight lull followed, and Mr Keir Hardie was heard by the reporters present to say that the meeting was organised before war was declared. After the declaration of the war he had considered very seriously whether the meeting should be postponed. At this stage the singing at the back of the hall recommenced, and it was almost impossible to hear the speaker. However Mr Keir Hardie was under- stood to say he had decided to come, and that he had not a trace of the coward in his blood. (Cheers, mingled with groans.) He was there to put before them the reason why the Labour Party were opposed to the war. (Great uproar.) Continuing, Mr. Hardie said it was in 1848 that their member, Mr Henry Richard, formed the Peace Society, but now after 60 years of peace propaganda ten millions of men were marching from various points of the compass to shed each other's blood. (Continuous uproar and singing of the National Anthem.) No one wanted the war except the Tory Press, and it was only after the state- ment made by Sir Edward Gray that the Liberal Party found itself com- mitted to war. It had been committed to war without ever having been con- sulted. He maintained that the pro- per attitude for this country ought to have been one of neutrality. (Loud hooting, followed by the singing of Rule, Britannia." For several min- utes it was quite impossible to hear Mr Hardie, the uproar being deafening. He was understood by those nearest him to say that they should endeavour to remember the origin of the war. This country had no cause to enter the war. Germany had made this country an offer, and instead of accepting Ger- many's offer war was declared, and they were now in the field. They were now fighting for Russia. A Voice: Shame, and great uproar.) Citizens of Aberdare," continued Mr. Hardie, we are much nearer to Germans in thought and feeling than we shall ever be to Russia." Again a secfion of the audience sang the National Anthem, and the intensity of the opposition to Mr. Hardie increased. In fact it be- came evident that the meeting would soon be broken up. Mr Hardie seemed to realise this, for after stating that there were awful times in store for the working classes of this and other countries, he concluded his ad- dress by saying that the Labour Party would continue to educate public opin- ion so that this dishonourable war should be brought to an end. The working classes all over Europe were working with them in the same direc- tion. Mr Hardie then resumed his seat amidst cheers from his supporters, and the singing of Rule Britannia by the rest of the audience. 'Mr T. Richardson, M.P. for White- haven, then tried to address the meet- ing, but with very little success. All that he was understood to say was that in this war history would repeat itself, and that those who now stood for peace would in the future be recognised as the true friends of the workers. They were at least entitled to a hear- ing. (Hooting and singing.) Just before the meeting was declared closed a number of shots were fired by some person at the back of the hall. On departing Mr Hardie was hustled by a number of people, and was fol- lowed through Victoria Square,.Canon Street, and High Street, by a large crowd, who every now and again gave vent to groans. On reaching the resi- dence of Mr and Airs. Matt Lewis, in Elm Grove, with whom he was staying. Mr Hardie was again hooted. Mr. Matt Lewis asked the crowd to dis- perse quietly, as he had a child in bed, but the crowd replied by singing and crying Turn the German out. Eventually, however, the crowd left, and an exciting experience for Mr Hardie came to an end.

The "Leader and Holidays. The Aberdare Leader will be on sale during the Summer Holiday Season at the following places :— Llanelly: Messrs. Wyman and Son, Station Bookstall. Swansea: Mr. Geo. Williams, opposite G.W.R. Station. Builth Wells: Messrs W. H. Smith and Son, Station Bookstall. Mr. Howard H. Lewis. Newsagent. Llanwrtyd Wells: Miss J. B. Williams, Newsagent. Llanstephan: Mr. E. T. Davies, The Emporium.

Special Constables for Aberdare. At the Aberdare Police Court on Saturday 45 persons were sworn in as special constables. They will be called upon to act as they are re- quired.

Mrs. Crabshaw You seem to have be- come resigned to Freddie's going in swimming. Mrs. Cobwigger: You see, dear, it s I about the only way I can get him to wash his face.

Mi. FRANK HODGES. Mr Frank Hodges is a native of Aberdare, and has spent ti-ie-whole of his life in the place. He is the son of the late Councillor W. Hodges, and resides at Bronwydd, Llwydcoed. He is a member of the well known firm of clothiers known as Hodges and Sons. Ltd. Mr. Hodges is in politics a Liberal, and is a trustee of the Aberdare Liberal Club. He is an adherent of the Eng- lish Wesleyan cause. He is a mem- ber of the Executive of the Aber- dare and District Chamber of Trade, Mr Hodges is a genial and generous man, but most unassuming. Sever- al times he has been urged to make a bid for municipal honours, but has refused. The only time he took any prominent part in the civic life of Aberdare was three years ago, when he was appointed High Constahle of Miskin Higher, an office that had been previously filled by his late father. This appointment was the means of "bringing him out," as it were, for he made an excellent High Constable. He rendered splendid service in connection with the Cor- onation and Investiture. which events took place during his tenure as High Constable. He also associ- ated himself with several civic movements and with all matters per- taining to the welfare of Aberdare and district. I Mr. WM. THOMAS, OAKHILL. Mr. William Thomas, Oakhill, is a native of Hirwain, but lie has resided in Aberdare practically all his life, At present he is agent for the South Wales Collieries, Cwmtillery. Aber- tillery, which position he has occu- pied for the past 30 years. Prior to taking up that appointment he was associated with the Gadlys Collier- ies, Aberdare. He was also for some time agent for the Llanbrad- ach Collieries. For many years he was a member of the Aberdare Ur- ban District Council, and for one year was chairman of that body. He has also been High Constable of Miskin Higher. He is a ('onserva- tive and Churchman, and is 73 years of age. Mr. J. H. POWELL. Mr. Joseph Henry Powell lives at Danygraig. Aberdare. He is a draper, and has business premises at Aberdare. Aberaman, and Cwm- aman. He is 61 years of age, and is a native of Llandovery. In 1870 he came to Aberaman. For some time he was employed by the late Mr Evan Llovd, London House, and on his death Mr Powell purchased the business, shortly afterwards open- ing new branches. In 1882 he mar- ried Miss Eleanor Powell, of Aber- clun Mill. near Brecon. Mr and Mrs Powell have four children— Messrs Harry Powell. Stuart Powell, Dr. J. Powell, and Miss Mary Dag- mar Powell. Mr Powell is a deacon of Saron Cong. Church, Aberaman. He has also filled the offices of secre- tary of the church and superintend- ent of the Sunday School with effici- ency. He has been actively and prominently connected with the North Glamorgan Cong. Associa- tion, and is local treasurer of the Bible Society. He was a member of the old A.I)ei-aiiiaii British School Committee before its powers were transferred to the Aberdare School Board. For 9 years Mr Powell acted as treasurer of the Aberaman Libra- ry and Institute, in connection with which he rendered yeoman service. He has greatly interested himself in local building societies, and move- ments towards helping workmen to become owners of their houses. In May, 1912, he succeeded Mr Frank Hodges as High Constable of Miskin Higher, and the appointment proved to be most popular. Mr Powell's ability as a public speaker in both languages stood him in good stead during his term of office. He initi- ated several movements for the good of the town and district, and greatly interested himself in the civic wel- fare of Aberdare. He was in office when the King and Queen visited Aberdare in June, 1912, on which auspicious occasion he acquitted himself with credit to himself and the town of which he was the chief civic dignitary. COUNCILLOR T. JOXES. PEXRHnVCEIBER. Councillor Thomas Jones, Pen- rhiwceiber. has most deservedly re- ceived the honour oi being added to the magisterial list for Glamorgan County. He needs no introduction in these columns, for there is no better known gentleman in the whole of the valley. A on of the neighbouring county. Monmouth- shire, he was born at Pontvpool in 1852, and thus is in his 63rd year. He holds the distingushed position of Secretary to the Penrikyber Colliery Co. (Cory's), to which firm he has given a quarter of a century's ser- vice. In 1889 he was elected to the Mountain Ash Urban District-Coun- cil, and in inOl presided over the de- liberations of that body. He was a great supporter of the new water- works scheme and all matters educa- tional have his sympathetic ear. In religious matters he is a Baptist, and was the first to start the English Baptist cause at Penrhiwceiber. Both Mr and Mrs Jones have the suc- cess of Bethesda English Baptist Church very near at heart, and the present beautiful structure is large- ly due to their untiring efforts. Mr Jones is truelv an addition to the Bench, and we respectfully associ- ate ourselves in the congratulations showered upon him. Mr. WILLIAM FENWICK. ABERCYNON. Mr William Fenwick. Junction Stores, Abercynon, is a very popular man in the lower end of the Aber- dare Valley. For some years he was a member of the Mountain Ash I r- ban District Council, and for many years past has taken a keen interest in every public movement nt Aber- cynon. He is a Liberal and Noncon- formist, and is 46 years of age. All Abercynon people rejoice at the fact that a representative of this growing town has been placed on the

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WORKMEN'S HALL, ABERCYNON. The Fourth Annual EIS TEDDFOD Will be held at the above Hall On MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 1914. ADJUDICATORS: Music: Mr ARTHUR E. DAVIES, F.R.C.O., A.R.C.M., Swansea; Mr. TOM MORGAN, F.V.C.M.. Abercvnon, and Mr. W. THOMAS, F.Y.C.M., A.Mus., Abercynon. Literary: Mr. PHILIP DAVIES, Rlaengarw. Male Voice (not under ,')0 voices), Wyr Philistia (Valiant Warriors), £ 12 and a Silver Cup to the successful Conductor. Mixed Choir (not under 50 voices) "Ar Lan'r lorddonen Ddofn ("Deep Jordan's Banks"), (Gabriel), £10. and a handsome Chair to the successful Conductor. Juvenile Choir (under 16 years of age and not under 40 voices), Own Selec- tion. 1st prize. 7C4; 2nd, t2; and 3rd, £ 1, and Prizes to the Successful Con- ductors. Pianoforte Solos, Children's Solos, Recitations, Essay, Letter Writing and Prize Bag Competitions. For further particulars see Pro- gramme, post free nd. from the Secre- taries, Mr. Henry Griffiths, 119 Aber- cynon Road, Abercynon, and Mr. John Morgan, 49 Glancynon Terrace, Aber- eynon. — McKEE & CO., Waterproof, Weatherproof & Oilskin Experts, 10, Queen Street, CARDIFF. The New 41 NEVER-GET-WjIT Coloured Oilskins. Increasingly fashionable. For Ladici 12/9 0 j For Gentlemen 12,9 21 For Boys and Girlr 6/9 upv/ard." rhb a get a Never-set-Wet" nl once. For Suir.mer Wear: The New Weatherproof withl'ashioncilie Shot Linings. Light, Coo), Protective. An excellent Holiday Garment. or Ladio.i, 30/- and 42, F'lr Gentlemen, 30/. and 2i. Ready ta ViVar or Measure. Don't siari ci Holiday -.ahoat a New .Mi;[Cce Weatherproof. The" 13 CTF." Guaranteed V/aterprco." Coat o, Prices, 21'. 30/ 42 cash. CaT-ri.g.! There are many professed Waternroots, 'f i (,u want a perfect Rain Resistor, Set on-: r,. T "BUTE"S,,aranteet'Waterproofs. V/cI! cut.• t varietj of newest iiiaterials.-M-ney i, n. t approved. Waterproof Be J Sheets, 1 1 'c i Rubber both sides, 2/ 2/(3, 3/6. Sor>' 5 ber Cushions. 8,6. Hot Water Bottle, 4 ■ Non-Stoop Braces to make yon nnri^it. 4 I'" pair. Boys' and Girls', 3/9. El,. extra strong, 5 6 an,l 7 u ¡Jatr.. KIW- Ash for Pric• List (fre,) nf the m.v RuihH-r Comforts and Appliaric.-s thut wc .■/>, v. All tlx alv.v Carriage- norll1l, :i tiol 'J1"'rjJ. McKEE & CO., Ru,iberEx^:rr,roof 10. Queen Street. CARDIFF.

COUNCILLOR WILLIAM REES, GODREAMAN. Councillor William Rees, our new Labour J.P., ivsldes at Brynheulog. Godreaman. He was born at Mer- thyr, and came to live with his uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs John James, in Incline Row, when he was ±- years of age. When 12 years of age he commenced working underground at Cwmneol Colliery with his uncle. Mr Rees is the Secretary of the Cwniaman Lodge of the S.W.M.F., and is a checkweigher at Shepherd's Pit of the Cwmaman Coal Co. He has represented the Aberaman Ward on the Aberdare District Council for many years. and for one year was Chairman of the Council. He has always been loyal to the cause of Labour, but he is not an extremist. He is a level-headed man. and his views are always tempered with "sweet reasonableness." His ap- pointment to the Magisterial Bench in the present crisis is somewhat fitting, for it will be remembered that some years ago at the Aberdare Trades Council he took up an atti- tude in favour of national defence which offended some of his 'anti-war' comrades. Councillor Rees has at all times the courage of his con- victions. and expresses them fear- lessly. not troubling whether they meet with favour or make offence. He is a thorough Calvinistic Method- ist. and one of the best laymen that the Connexion possesses locally. He is a deacon and precentor of Hebron C.M. Church, of which the Rev. J. Lewis is pastor. He is also tieasur- er of the church. For a period he was Chairman of the Welsh Section 1 of the Aberdare Free Church Conn- oil. and is one of the stalwarts of Nonconformity in the district. He is a good organiser, and it was he that tcted as local secretary for the C.M. Sassiwn when it was held at liehi-on lately. He is a temperance man, and has rendered much service to the cause in various ways.