The Aberdare Leader

Up and Down thfi Valley LLWYDCOED. ¡ FORD CAR.-Sheeu is the man for Ford Cars in the Aberdare District. ARTIFICIAL TEETH.—Mr. P. Rake attends Mr. Berry's (Hairdresser), Tre- cyaon, every Monday from 2 to 8 p.m. Patients visited at own home, if desired. SOAR (B.). The Rev. D. Bassett, "Qadlys, preached at this church last Sunday evening.

CWMDARE. ALL REMAINING Summer Hats are offered at Is. llfd. each to clear this week. Worth from 2s. lid. to 13e. lid. At J. M. Evans, London Warehouse, Aberdare. NOW is the time to buy Wallpaper at original prices. Do not delay, as prioes are rapidly advancing.—Emrys Evans, Victoria Square, Aberdare. mNISTERIAL. — The preacher at <3obaith (C.M.) Clmrch. on Sunday last was the Rev. D. Jones, Llyswen.- At Jpiim (Cong.) the pulpit was occupied by Mr. J. Bowen, Cwmdare. OBITUARY. On Thursday last the i remains of the late Mrs. Eliza Evans, Albion House, Cilfynydd, were interred at the Aberdare. Cemetery. The mourn- ers were: Mr. H. H. Evans, M.E., son; Master John Evans, grandson; Mr. and Urs. Gomer Evans, son; Eunice and Irene Evans, grand-daughters; Mr. and 1:Irs. A. Evans, Royal Stores, Mardy, daughter; W. J. and A. H. Evans, grandchildren; Mr. and Mrs. Tahesm ,Evans, Newport, son; Mr. and Mrs. J. -Jones, Tylorstown, sister; Messrs. Tom Johns, M.E., and Willie Johns, Fern- 4ale; Miss S. A. John, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Evans, Mrs. D. James, Mrs. D. Jones, Lampeter; Mrs. Evans, Mr. Henry Navies, Ystrad; Mr. Dan Davies, Aber- cynon; Mr. W. Davies, Caio; Mrs. Lewis, Park Farm, Builth; Mrs. J. Thomas and. Mr. Dan Thomas, Ceme- tery Road; Mr. and Mrs. D. Davies, •Cilfynydd; Mr. J. Davies, -Tylorstown, and Mr. J. Dummer, Aberavon, Nephews and nieces; Mr. and Mrs. E. Palmer, Cwmdare. The officiating ministers were the Revs. R. D. Phillips, Cilfynydd; J. Evans, Mardy; W. Aer- Wyn Jones, Cwmdare, and James Griffiths, Calf aria. The deceased lady ^as well known and highly respected. She was a staunch Baptist, and during her residence at Pare TJchaf was a faith- ful member of Nebo Church. The late lwrs. Evans survived her husband 30 years, he having met his death in the Mardy explosion in 1885. The bearers Were the deacons of Rehoboth Baptist Church, Cilfynydd. The < hymns ST,Jig were: "Bydd myrdd o ryfeddodiu" and "Mae 'nghyfeillion adre'n myned.

TRECYNON. J ARTIFICIAL TEETH—Mr. P. Rake attends Mr. Berry's (Hairdresser), rre- cynon, every Monday from 2 to 8 p.m. Patients visited at own home, if desired. s SILOH. — The pulpit at Siloh last L Sunday morning was occupied by Mr. 1 Richard Evans, Cwmdare. At the even- s ing service the Rev. J. D. Rees, Salem, a officiated. s

ABERDARE. £ t NOTICE. If you experience trouble over your Motor or Cycle Repairs give i us a call. Promptness, thoroughness, and value is our policy. Electrical or mechanical repairs of every description Undertaken. — Accessories Co., Market, Street, Aberdare. 7-9 INDIAN Electric Light 1914 Com- bination as new, £ 65.—Parker Bros. IT IS A FACT that you can buy any Summer Hat left at J. M. Evans s this week for Is. llfd., so as to clear and make room for new goods. ST. MARK'S. At this place of 'Worship on Sunday evening last the ser- vice was conducted by Mr W. Pink, who also gave the address. PERSONAL. — P-C. Edwards of Foundry town, Aberdare, is Rationed temporarily at Porthcawl.. to coming to Aberdare he wa*1" T Cardiganshire Force, and stationed ASTREE?h'ACClDENT. — In thja^ quiry into the death of u. Blower, reported m our last 1SS. j W. Thomas, solicitor, represented the cabdriver, Mr. R. Swales, and not as stated in our report. i.vfi C.E.M.S. — On Friday eve™nA_ Rev. J. L. Phillips, B.A., curate of Llwynypia, addressed the me the Men's Society, together with the members of the Guild of St. Baptist. The Tev. gentleman spoke on "Preparation/' HIGHLAND PLACE. The pastor, the Rev. E. T. Evans, was the preacher at Highland Place Unitarian Church on Sunday. In the evening he delivered a telling sermon from 1. John 3, 7, "Let no man deceive you; he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous." In the course of the ser- vice Miss Megan Davies gave a faultless rendering of the solo, "Abide with me." Mr. Richard Howells was at the organ. ST. ELVAN'S. On Sunday morning last the Te Deum was sung to Helmore in E flat. The Benedictus was chanted. The Vicar conducted the service, and the Rev. D. J. Wills, M.A., preached. At the evening service the Canticles were sung to Bunnett in F. The Rev. J. L. Phillips, B.A., Llwynypia, officiated and preached. The National Anthem was sung at both services. SEION (W.). On Sunday morning last Mr. David Woods, Cilfynydd, occupied the pulpit of Seion. In the evening the Rev. H. O. Hughes preached eloquently from Matthew 6. 23. He spoke on the Kingdom of God, and remarked that the need for the power of the Kingdom was never more than at the present time. At the close of the service the pastor christened Sarah Gwendoline Lewis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Lewis, Pendarren Street. PRESENTATION. At the George Hotel on Thursday a convivial meeting was held to celebrate the marriage of Mr. Simon Richards, the manager, and Mrs. Richards. Mr. Willie Oliver pre- sided. The executors of the late Mr. Thomas Jones presented Mr. Richards with a fine set of canteen cutlery, which was handed over by Mr. T. J. Williams. A handsome clock was also given by a few friends, and was handed over by the chairman. Songs were sung by Messrs. Tom Thomas, A. Golightly. W. Rees, W. Jenkins, and T. Todd. Felici- tous speeches were made by Messrs. T. J. Williams, T. J. Noot, C. Baker, J. Budge, David Jones, and the chairman. WEDDING. A fortnight ago a pretty wedding was solemnised in Stoke Newington Parish Church, London, before the Rector of the Parish. The contracting parties were Mr. F. E. Lloyd, son of Mrs. Lloyd and the late Mr. William Lloyd, Herbert Street, Aberdare, and Miss Alma Jenkins, of Stoke Newington. The best man was Mr. Harry Evans, Glanant Street, Aberdare, while the bridesmaids were Miss Edie Jackson, sister of bride; Miss Ada Payne, niece of bride, and Miss Connie Lloyd, niece of bridegroom. The bride was given away by her father, and the wedding breakfast was held at the bride's parents' residence. The newly- wedded pair received a number of wedd- ing presents. They now reside at Fothergill Street, Abernant. BULLOCK RUNS AMOK. One < lay last week a bullock, belonging to < Messrs. Miles and Sons, butchers, be- iame obstreperous and rushed into Mr. 1 I. Lewis' tailoring establishment in 1 Market Street. It was being taken from a, place near the G.W.R. Station to be killed in Messrs. Miles' slaughter-house at the rear of their Cardiff Street branch shop. Instead of turning down the lane at the back of Messrs. Sarvis' estab- lishment, it bolted right into Mr. Lewis' shop, which is opposite the lane, and and into the fitting room, where it smashed a huge glass mirror and frame, valued at about .£5. The sound of broken glass caused some consternation among the workpeople in the adjoining rooms. The bullock was quickly secured, and was afterwards led "to its doom." CARMEL (B.). The preacher at Carmel Baptist Church on Sunday last was Mr. J. D. James, Aberdare. At the morning service Mr. James delivered an address to the children, and then preached from Luke 19. 39, 40. In the text Jesus, on his triumphal entry to Jerusalem, is asked by the Pharisees to rebuke applauding children.' He re- plies that if the children were silenced the very stones would speak and pro- claim his kingship. The preacher re- marked that we in this age either had no ideals or we were not prepared to pay the price they involved. Jesus had high ideals, but he lived up to them what- ever the cost. All who wished to emulate Christ's loyalty to lofty ideals must look at the serious side of life. They might not always attain the ideal, but their efforts would lessen the space between the ideal and the actual. It was absence of a high ideal of social order that caused much of the social and political unrest of to-day. No state was ideal which did not make the pursuit of both righteousness and happiness possible for the subjects of that state. Our civilisation was charitable, but its charity would be more practical if it aimed at preventing the causes rather than palliating the effects of certain evils. We might fail the ideal, but the ideal would never fail us.

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ABERNANT. PRICES rapidly rising. Now is the time to buy Wallpaper at original Prie,w.-Einryis Evans, Aberdare. PASTORAL. The Rev. D. Emrys James, Pontypridd, has received a call from Finsbury Congregational Church, London. Mr. James is the son of the Rev. T. Emrys James, of Bethesda, Aber- nant, and a native of Pembrokeshire. ROAD IMPROVEMENTS. A very desirable alteration has been effected at the railway crossing on Abernant Road, near Park View Terrace. The customary wooden planks have been rooted out, and a firm even stone pave- ment now take their place. Vehicles pass over the crossing much more easily now. The railless cars are not able to proceed up farther than Rich- mond Terrace this week, owing to the road being "up" from that spot to Beth- esda Chapel. The work of laying the road with "tarmac" has been started, as resolved by the District Council three months ago. About three inches of the surface of the old road is being dug up and carted away, and stone metalling and tarmac" is laid to bring the road back to its proper level. The Council are going to considerable ex- pense in undertaking this work. Council are going to considerable ex- pense in undertaking this work.

AB'ERAMAN. FORD CAR.—Sheen is the man for Ford Cars in the Aberdare District. THE LARGEST SELECTION of Wall- paper in South Wales is to be had at Emrys Evans', Victoria Square. Now is the time to buy, as prices are rapidly rising. SEE OUR WINDOW of Ladies' Trimmed Summer Hats this week, all one price, to be cleared at ls. Ilid. each. Usual prices, 2s. lid. to 13s. lid. or more.—J. M. Evans, London Ware- house, Aberdare. RECRUIT. Mr. Tom Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Lewis, grocer, Cardiff Road, has joined the Motor Machine Gun Service, 10th Division, at Coventry, and is stationed at Bisley Camp, Surrey. He left on Friday week. PERSONAL. Mr. W. R. Powell, eldest son of the Rev. M. Powell, former Vicar of Aberaman, has received his commission in the 4th Dorsets. Mr. Powell has just left Lancing College, and was proceeding to Oxford, where he was offered an exhibition by the Warden of Keble. This he has given up ii it 4-i 1 -ff-, fho war OBITUARY. — At the burial of Mr. rhomas George, reported in our last issue, the Rev. T. Lloyd Rees, Gwawr, officiated in conjunction with the Rev. H. P. Jenkins, Saron. Mr. George started to work at Brown's Pit when only nine years of age, with his father, the late Mr. William George, deacon at Gwawr. Deceased met with an accident at Llettyshenkin Colliery 3i years ago, from which he never recovered, This was his first accident in the course of 47 years' colliery work under the P.D. Company. „ ON FURLOUGH. — Privates Will Thomas and David Evans, of the Welsh Guards, stationed at Wellington Barracks, London, who were given 48 hours' leave before leaving for the front.—Private Fred Samuels, of the King's Shropshire Light Infantry, stationed at Rhyl. Private Jack Burton, of the King's Shropshire Light Infantry, stationed at Pembroke Dock. INTERMENT. The remains of the late Mr. William Mason, George Street, were interred at the Aberdare Cemetery on Thursday last. The Rev. H. O. Hughes, Seion (W.), Aberdare, per- formed the obsequies. The appended were the principal mourners: -First coach, Widow; Ceridwen Mason, daughter; Mrs. Mary Mason, mother; ,"I" -1. 'Ir-U T. Elizabetti Jones, sister; iviai^y XJ. 11 -I( niece; Sophia Jones, Mardy, and Mrs. Williams, Aberaman, sisters-in-law; 1 2nd coach, Mrs. D. Mason, sister-in- i law; Miss M. Williams, niece; Mrs. ] Jones, Tylorstown; Miss Williams, ] Mardy, nieces; Emrys Jones, Tylors- 1 town, nephew; 3rd coacli, Miss Winnie Jones, Mardy; Mrs. Griffiths, Cwmdare; Mrs. Williams, Llwydcoed; Mrs. Wil- liams. Llwydcoed; Mrs. Williams, Tylorstown; Mrs. Davies, Llwydcoed, nieces; 4th coach, Mrs. Crosby, Mrs. Evans, and Mrs. Wigley, friends. Following the heatse were: John and Willie Mason, sons; John, David, and Llewelyn Mason, brothers; John L. Powell, Aberystwyth, cousin; Evan Jones, Ed. Jones, and Jessie Williams, brothers-in-law; Willie Jones and David Griffiths, Mardy. nephews; Josiah and Edwin Mason, Clvdach Vale, cousins; Joel W. Jones, Rees Daniel, Mardy; William Williams and Jesse Williams, I Llwydcoed, nephews; David Jones and Isaac Jones, Aberaman, cousins; T. ? Pritchard Griffiths, Cwmdare, nephew. I A wreath was received from Mrs. Davies, Llwydcoed. TNTERMENT. The interment of Mr. James Bagg Blower, licensee of the Albion Hotel, the report of whose tragic death appeared in our last issue, took place on Monday at the Cardiff Cemetery. The mourners were: Widow; Miss Doris Blower, daughter; Driver Fred Blower, A.S.C., 2nd Army Troops, France, his wife, and Wallace, grand- son; Mr. and Mrs. Gale, Roath Park, Cardiff, brother-inlaw and sister-in- law; Mrs. Harris, Caerphilly, cousin; Rev. D. Jenkins, Vicar of St. Bride's; Mr. Ernest J. Hoskins, Pontypridd; Mr. Price, representing Nell's Brewery, Cardiff Messrs. Dan Davies and Leyshon Henry, Trecynon; F. J. Hicks, Victoria Inn; Mark Irons, Cardiff Arms, and Mr. Jenkins, Farmers' Arms, representing the Licensed Victu- allers, and D. J. Williams; representing the R.A.O.B. Ynyslwyd Lodge, which is held at the Albion, and of which de- ceased was treasurer. The Albions Foot- ball Team was represented by Mr. David Thomas, Ynyslwyd Road. Floral tributes were sent by: (1) Widow and daughter; (2) Fred, son; (3) Licensed Victuallers; (4) R.A.O.B. Ynyslwyd Lodge; (5) The Albions; (6) Mr. and Mrs. Gale; (7) Mrs. Harris; (8) Mr. Price; (9) Captain and Mrs. Burman, Cardiff; (10) Steam Engine Makers' Society, of which deceased was a mem- ber, and was represented at the funeral by Mr. Charles Watkins, secretary. The Rev. Canon Henderson officiated. The late Mr. Blower was a first-class marine engineer for a period of 30 years, and retired with excellent credentials.

GGUKtAftiAN. FORD CAR.-Sheen is the man for Ford Cars in the Aberdare District. WAR NEWS. — Driver H. Jenkins, R.F.A., Ammunition Column, British Expeditionary Force, France, writes from the firing line to his mother, Mrs. Jenkins, 15 Woodland Terrace, Godre- aman. He is keeping well amidst the liliot and shell, and hopes to emerge safely at the end.

CWMAMAN. ARTIFICIAL TEETH—Mr. P. Rake attends Mr. Berry'b (Hairdresser), Tre- cynon, every Monday from 2 to 8 p.m. i jdents visited at own houu- it denireo. WE SHALL HAVE some fine weather yet; now is your opportunity. All Summer Hats are offerfed at Is. llfd. to clear this week at J. M. JSvans, London Warehouse, Aberdare. SUPPER AND FAREWELL CON- CERT. On Wednesday evening, the 11th inst., a farewell supper and concert took place at the Globe Inn in honour of Private Rees Thomas (Cwmaman), of the 3rd Welsh Regiment, on his impending departure for the front. A sumptuous repast had been provided by the host. At the concert Mr. Thomas Thomas presided. The chair- man referred to the long and strong friendship that existed between him and the guest of the evening. They all felt proud of Private Thomas as a soldier and a man. He heartily wished him every success and a safe return. Several others spoke in the same strain, and all united in singing "For he's a jolly good fellow. Excellent solos were rendered by Messrs. Rees George, E. Davies, D. Thomas, J. Davies, and J. Evans. A vote of thanks was accorded the host on the proposition of the chair- man, seconded by Mr. W. Thomas. SEND-OFF. On Friday evening at the Globe Inn a send-off concert was given to Private W. Nash, of the 2nd Battalion Welsh Regiment, who had come home from the front for a week's rest, and was returning on Saturday. Mr. Tom Rees, Castle Hotel, Aberdare, presided over a large gathering. There was present Private Frank Howard, 2nd Welsh, who is home from the front for the secondo time. He has a bullet wound in the shoulder. Also Private Sam Jones, Dorset Regiment. Patriotic addresses were given by the chairman, and Messrs. Tom Thomas and David Thomas. Solos were given by Messrs. J. ,Norris, Rees George, Tom Thomas, J. Evans, and D. Thomas. A solo, "John* Bull," was ably rendered by the chairman. ACCIDENT. A serious accident be- fel Mrs. Dabb, 43 Aberneol Street, on Saturday evening last. It seems that she went to town on Saturday night by the 8.40 p.m. G.W.R. car, and on arriv- ing at the Black Lion Crossing she fell on the pavement, and fractured her right arm in two places. She was brought home by the 9.15 p.m. car. We regret to say that she is verv ill. AUXILIARY FUND (CWMAMAN BRANCH).—We are given to under- stand that the officials of the Aberdare and Cwmaman Auxiliary Fund are paying out locally to dependents at the Institute every week a sum averaging about £ 9- The paymasters are Messrs. Henry Davies, J. H. Job, and C. A. Parr. Funds are badly needed. Dona- tions will be thankfully received by the above local representatives.

ABERCWMBOI. NOTICE. If you experience trouble over your Motor or Cycle Repairs give us a call. Promptness, thoroughness, and value is our policy. Electrical or mechanical repairs of every description undertaken.—Accessories Co., Market Street, Aberdare. LIGHT-WEIGHT Motor Cycles. WE are Agents for Best Makes only.- Parker Bros. BANKRUPTCY. — The "Gazette" announces the receiving order of Wil- liam Jones, 3 Graig Crescent, Aber- cwmboi) collier.

MOUNTAIN ASH. IT IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW that Ted McGregor keeps those in-between sizes in gents' hats. I WEDDING BELLS. The nuptials of Mr. Evan James Davies, Oakland Street, Miskin, and Miss Sarah Jane Jones, Penygraig Villa, Cadwaladr Street, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Jones, were solemnised in Bryn Seion Wesleyan Chapel, the Rev. Llewelyn Morgan officiating, assisted by the Rev. 1 Gwmryn Jones, Moriah. The bride, who was given away by her father, was charmingly attired in a pale blue Santoi dress, with a pretty lace hat. She was accompanied by two bridesmaids, Miss M. E. Jones, her sister, who wore a mauve Santoi dress and lace hat, and Miss Eliza M. Davies, whose dress was grey silk corduroi, with black tagel hat trimmed with marguerites. The best man was Mr. David Davies. Triangle. 3ther members of the bridal party ivere Mr. Os. I. Jone6, brother of the bride; Mr. and Mrs. J. Morley Jones, Mrs. (Rev.) Llewelyn Morgan, and Mrs. Robert Hughes. A sumptuous wedding breakfast was provided at the home of the bride's parents, the following guests being present:—Mr. and Mrs. Davies, the bridal pair, Mr. and Mrs. John Jones, parents of bride: Mr. Os. 1. Jones, Miss M. E. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. 1 J. Morley Jones, Mrs. Lake, Abercynon; Mrs. Price, Senghenydd; Miss E. M. j Davies, Mr. David Davies, Miss Nora Price, Rev. and Mrs. Llewelyn Morgan, Rev. Gwmryn Jones, Dr. Arthur T. Jones, Mrs. G. Davies, Mrs. Thomas, Miss Olwen Davies, Mrs. K. Burn, Ten- by; Mrs, and Miss Davies. Troedyrhiw; Mr. John Davies, Mrs. Samuel Jones Owen, Miss Nellie Owen, Mrs. Robert Hughes, and Misses Jones (2), Pen- rhiweeiber. Complimentary speeches and good wishes were expressed, and the Revs. Ll. Morgan and G. Jones and Dr. Arthur Jones read special poems on the happy event. The bride and bride- groom were the recipients of numerous valuable presents, and after breakfast left for Pennal, Machynlleth, the home of the bridegroom, where the honeymoon is being spent. The handsome wedding motors were supplied by Messrs. Gough's Garage Co.

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Letters to the Editor. MOUNTAIN ASH AUXILIARY FUND. STRAIGHT TALK TO DEEP DUFFRYN WORKMEN. Dear Sir, — Kindly allow me through the columns or your paper to expound to the workmen of Moun- tain Ash the possibilities of the Mountain Ash Auxiliary Fund. I was most delighted to see a letter in the "Leader" from the pen of Coun- cillor Wm. Lamburn, who made an excellent appeal to the workmen, but I do not think that it is now op- portune to appeal, seeing that they have been appealed to for the last six months. Now is the time for straight talking, especially to the workmen of Deep Duffryn Colliery. All the other collieries in the district have already agreed to an amount being stopped at the office for this fund, but, with the notable excep- tion of Lower Dyffryn Colliery all the others are not contributing be- cause Deep Dyffryn Colliery work- men refuse to contribute. One is amazed at the attitude of these workmen, seeing that in the Cae- garw Ward, out of 34 cases relieved weekly there are 26 whose husbands were working at Nixon's Collieries prior to their enlistment. What I am indignant about is the attitude taken up by some of the local lead- ers, especially that of Mr D. Lewis, of the Deep Dyffryn Colliery, who. from recruiting platforms, has ex- horfced men to join the Army, and has been indifferent towards this fund. whereas we should have had his able assistance to guide us in the adminis- tration of the fund. Now, surely this is not a policy that should be pursued by a man who exhorts the men of our district to enlist. I hope Mr Lewis will come and assist us as energetically as he has assisted re- cruiting, and try to get the best out of the fund for the dependents of soldiers who are fighting the nation's battles. With reference to the meeting of I the Deep Dyffryn Workmen on Monday, August 9th, when they re- > fused to contribute to this fund, three arguments were put forward as l fo-liows:- t I 1. The wives were better off since their husbands had gone to the y Army. i 2. The people receiving relief were s spending the money on drink. I 3. Recipients of relief were now I able to go for a holiday whereas when s their husbands were home they could t not afford to go. 4- tTr • t l TkT •* T 1. Wita argument INO. X X AM NUI GU- ing to deal, although it is question- able. Granted that it is true, I am delighted to think that the women are better off. Who would deny these women an extra shilling or so a week to provide comforts to counteract the extra responsibilities of bringing up their children in the absence of the fathers? Why is it you people deny them this improved condition when only a few weeks ago you fought the coal-owners for higher wages and better conditions, and as a result of the new wage agreement you are, or soon will be, distinctly better off 1 t With regard to argument No. 2, \1 there may be a very small percentage of woman drinking, but do not accuse all of them. I could vouch for 99 per cent. of the recipients in Cae- I garw Ward being strictly sober. The committee do not know of any cases of drunkenness. I am sure they would not receive any money from 1 this fund if that was the case. If you know of any such cases, why not assist the committee and bring the information to our notice instead of using this as a means of cloaking your meanness? j With regard to argument No. 3. | this may be so, and I am glad, but I you must not have it all your own way. In No. 2 you accuse depend-

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Cwmdare Notes. BY RAFFLES. Mary Elizabeth Ann has returned from her holidays-a week-end at Hir- wain. She looks better after the change of air. Who was the man that white-washed iis house and tried to wash it off ) igain ? Things are going on very smoothly at Llangammarch. Rocksalt, Popcorn, and Brum are go- ing to the seaside, but they can't raise the wind. There is a government institution near the sea at Swansea, where the company would be appropriate to them. Beware. Keep better hours, Balsam, now the missus is on holidays. Don't go near the bakehouse, Floss, when courting; it has been painted with coal tar. You might leave an im- pression which would tempt you to make an expression.

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Annual Meeting. OF, GUEST. KEEN, AND NETTLE- FOLDS, LTD. DIVIDEND OF 10 PER CENT. AND Is. PER SHARE BONUS. The report of the directors of Guest, Keen, and Nettlefolds, Ltd., the owners of the Dowlais-Cardiff Colliery, Aber- cynon, and other works, for the 12 months ended 30th June last, states that they desire to express their pro- found regret at the great loss which the company has sustained by the death of their esteemed chairman, Mr. Arthur Keen, which took place on the 8th February last. The directors also re- port, with sincere regret, the death of Mr. William Evans, the general manager of the company's Dowlais and Dowlais- Cardiff Works and Collieries, which position he had occupied for the last 13 years. The Board records with satisfaction that nearly 4,000 of the company's em- ployees have joined his Majesty's ft I' -J. I' .L"'L. iorees since tne commencement oi Ule war. Substantial allowances have been made to the wives and children, and, under special circumstances, to other idependents. After making provision for bad and doubtful debts, the accounts show a profit of < £ 384,400 5s. 2d., to which must be added the amount brought forward from last year, X270,440 11s., making an available balance of £ 654,840 16s. 2d. Deducting from this the amount paid for debenture interest for the 12 months, and interim dividend on the Preference and Ordinary Shares, amounting alto- gether to Rl58,022 4s. 2d., there remains a sum of X496,818 128,

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ents of spending the money on drink in No. 3 you say they are thrifty enough to be able to go away for a holiday. If they drank the money they could not go for a holiday. I am of the opinion that this mat- ter (as far as Deep Dyffryn is con- cerned) is purely an organised per- sonal attack on Councillor Lamburn, seeing that this year he is Chairman of the District Coucil and also Chair- man of the Auxiliary Fund, but sure- ly you will not allow personal differ- ences to interfere with your regard for the common good. It is now common knowledge that the fund collapses in the very near future un- less something unforeseen happens, and I would remind Deep Dyffryn people that the responsibility lies at their door.—Yours, etc., TOM S. PHELPS, Joint. Hon. Sec., Caegarw Ward. 21 Copley Street, Mountain Ash.