The Aberdare Leader

—«!- -» — Aberdare Police Court. Wednesday, January 19th. Before Messrs. R. A. Griffith (Stipendiary), D. P. Davies and D. W. Jones. Opening of New Court Building. Humorous Speech by the Stipendiary. The new Police Court in Market Street was formally opened. The Magistrates present at the opening were the Stipendiary (Mr. R. A. Griffith), Messrs. D. P. Davies, D. W. Jones, Col. M. Morgan, Frank Hodges, E. M. Hann, J. H. Powell, F. W. Man- der, Thomas Jones, Griffith Evans, and Major F. N. Gray, and also the archi- tect, Mr. Geo. Kenshole, and a number of local solicitors. Mr. W. Thomas, solicitor, on behalf of Mr. George Ken- shole, handed over a golden key to the Stipendiary as a symbol of the open- ing. Mr. Thomas added that they were all proud of the new building, which re- flected great credit upon the architect and builders. He sincerely hoped that the Stipendiary would long be spared to dispense justice in such pleasant sur- roundings.—In acknowledging the gift the Stipendiary said that the architect and builders deserved the highest praise for the manner in which the work had been done. He did not know which to admire most, the frescal dignity, the external excellence, or the internal ar- rangements. He hoped the legal champions would be entirely happy 11 in their new cockpit. (Laughter.) He was glad, also, to see additional ac- commodation for the Press, whose con- scientious accuracy and fairness he al- ways admired. He understood that in earlier days the Police Court was held at a local hotel. It seemed to him there was more humour-than logic in the peculiar arrangement. Perhaps it was found convenient to have two bars, a drinking bar and a bar of justice. (Laughter.) The Magistrates could have said to the public You may have as much drink as you like, but if you make yourselves too heavy it may be our duty to.punish you on the spot. It was, as it were, a short cut from the cellar to the cell. (Laughter.) Justices of the peace were still the licensing authorities who controlled the liquor traffic, and that was one reason why he deemed it advisable not to sit with his brother magistrates on licensing occa- sions. They supplied the poison and he supplied the antidote. (Laughter.) Several kind critics informed him that he did not adhere to the standards set up by his predecessors, Lord Aberdare, Mr. de Rutzen, Mr. North and Sir Marchant Williams. However, his critics were hardly consistent, for some of them said he was too lenient while others said he was too severe. Perhaps the change from the old Court to the new would mean a change. He con- fessed that he felt rather depressed in the old building, and possibly the atmos- phere of the new building would make him feel more free to follow nis own de- cision. (Laughter.) His uppermost wish was that this Court would be found a place of mercy as well as justice. In conclusion he trusted that a glorious

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Mr. Stanton "Over the Road." Pulled up by the Speaker. In the course of the debate on the Compulsion Bill on Tuesday in the House of Commons, Mr. C. B Stanton said that while Mr. J. H. Thomas (Derby) was speaking the thought oc- curred to him as to whether it was best that we should compel able-bodied men to become soldiers or allow the majority of our people to become the serfs of the Germans. (Hear, hear.) Several speakers had claimed to have a full knowledge of the exact feelings of the workers of the country. He ventured to point out that he had also been a Trade Union leader, with some sort of record, equal, at all events, to thht of some of the people who had spoken in that debate. (Hear, hear.) He had been in the trenches, where he had met colliery boys and railway workers, and they had said to him, Stanton, go and help to get more of our friends out here, and take their part, and then, what is to-day hardship may be made into a great game of sport, and, when we get leave, we will have a real holiday." He should be satisfied if he could oelieve that all the amendments were honestly put down to improve the Bill. He was inclined to share the view, however, of those who believed that they were set down for malpurposes, and with a view to obstruction. ("Order, order.") — The Chairman, calling the hon. member to order, said such a speech might be re- peated on any amendment, and that in Committee hon. members must keep strictly to the terms of the particular amendment under discussion. Mr. Stanton said he apologised if he had got "over the road," as they said in the mines. lie did not quite understand the procedure of the House. He natur- ally thought that when a thought oc- curred to him he was justified in voicing it. (Laughter.) He did not say any- thing spiteful, and he thought he had better sit down in case he should com- mit himself again. (" Hear, hear," and laughter.)

PENRHIWCEIBER YOUTH KILLED IN THE MINE. A verdict of Accidental death was returned at an inquest held by Mr. R. J. Rhys at the Lee Hotel, Penrhiwcei- ber, on Saturday, on Thomas flenrv Muxworthy (17), labourer, residing at 98 Woodfield Terrace, Penrhiwceiber. Deceased was fatally injured at the Cwmcynon Colliery (Messrs. Nixon's) on Thursday last. Evidence was given to the effect that a sprag, which had been fixed against the coal face, gave way, and the deceased was pinned underneath the fall. He died soon after being conveyed to his home. The interment took place in Maesyr- arian Cemetery on Tuesday. Mr. Wm. Bowles, assisted by Rev. F. Richard- son officiated. The chief mourners were: Messrs. Samuel Muxworthv, father; Michael Muxworthy, grand- father; Samuel Muxworthv; John Bry- ant, Geo. Bryant, Talywaun; Wm. Bry- ant, Talywain; Jos. Bryant, Aber- sychan; Wm. Muxworthy, James Mux- worthy, Chas. Mansfield, uncles God- frey Branch, Pontypool; Leslie Bryant, Pontypool; Wm. Bryant, Pte. Thomas Bryant, Motor Transport; Percy Bry- ant, Harry Evans, Bert Not ley, Wm. Prichard, Richard Hughes, James Gregory, Jos. Whittock, Pte. Wm. Thompson, R.F.A. Floral tributes were received from Father and mother 'and family; Uncle Jack, Huddersfield; Mr. Walters and family, Huddersfield; Uncle Sam, Newtown; Uncle John, Penrhiwceiber; Uncle George; Uncle Bill; Cousin Gertie; Uncle Charlie; Miskin Primitive Methodist Chapel; Mrs. Beacham and family, Penrhiw- ceiber: John Beacham, Ernie Mann, Wm. Davies and AVm. Perrott, his com- panions; Miss Gertie Hollyman New- town P.M. Chapel. The undertaker was Mr. D'. B. Edwards, Miskin.

Co-operative Election. Appended is the result of the election for the directorship of the Cwmbach Co-operative Society on Monday Cwmbach (1 required), Thomas Lloyd (elected unopposed); Aberaman (2 re- quired), John Thomas, 213 (elected); D. W. Jones, 135 (elected); David Bowen, 113. 5 Cwmaman (1 required), David Davies (postman), 173 (elected); David Thomas (Ystalyfera), 129; John Edwards, 114; Evan John Weeks, 26. Mountain Ash (1 required), D. W. Harris, 206 (elected); Jesse Lewis, 111. Abercwmboi (1 required), Gwyn Ifor Thomas, 156 (elected); Rees Davies, 96. Miskin (2 required), D. E. Evans and E^an Thomas (elected unopposed). Vice- chairmanship, J. H. Longman, 191 (elected); W. P. Roberts, 122.

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MOUNTAIN ASH. 1916 FORD CA-RS in stock.—Sheen, Car- diff Street, Aberdare. PLEASED-WELL OF COURSE-I went to Mac's and had my choice, and now I look well under it. SINGING. Norman McLeod, A.R.C.M., visits Mountain Ash on Wednesdays. Has few vacancies. Fur- ther particula,rs.-School of Music, Ceme- tery Road, Porth. POULTRY SUCCESS. At the Welsh United Specialist Poultry Show held at Treharris, Mr. Richard D. Jones, 20 Woodland Street, was suc- cessful as follows:—1st prize, R3 3s. and the Novice Cup for the best Old English Game Bantam, and 2nd prize (open) Spangled Game Bantam. PARISH CHURCH.—The Vicar was the celebrant at Holy Communion on Sunday morning in St. Margaret's Church. Matins and Holy Litany were sung at 11 o'clock, the Rev. 1. West- head intoning. The Te Deum was sung to Russell and the Benedictus to Baraby. Evensong was intoned by the Rev. J. LI. Croft. The Magnificat was sung to Garrett, and the Nunc Dimittis to Foster. The Rev. T. J. Morgan preached an eloquent sermon. PROVIDENCE.—The friends of Pro- vidence commenced last Sunday even- ing a series of monthly services for the young people. The proceedings opened with the Litany chanted by the choir. The special anthem was Worship the Lord," and was sung very effectively. The Rev. D. Stanley Morgan gave an inspiring address on Choosing Friends." Mr. H. Eynon presided at the organ, and Mr. W. Peters con- ducted the choir. The service was particularly bright throughout, and the congregation was the largest since the church was re-opened. WEDDING.—A very pretty wedding was celebrated at Pontypridd on Satur- day morning. The contracting parties were Miss Leviah Price, only daughter of Mr. -and Mrs. Wm. Price, Toncoch Farm, and Mr. Peter Evans, 27 Green- field Terrace, Cefnpennar. The bride was dressed in a grey costume and a grey silk hat, and was given away by her father. The bridesmaid was Miss Nellie Jones, cousin of the bride. 8he wore a pretty navy blue costume. Mr. George Gordon acted as best man. A large number of guests were entertained to breakfist at the home of the bride's parents, and a dance was given in the evening. The happy pair were the recipients of manv lovely presents. TT WORKMAN'S CLUB AND AMBU- LANCE.—-Last Friday evening vr. Hugh Davies-Jones was honoured by the members of the Workmen's Club and institute. Councillor Wm. Lamburn presided, and was supported by Mr. A. Pincombe, Clerk to the District Coun- cil, and the members of the committee. Mr. Piacombe, on behalf of the mem- bers, presented the worthy doctor with a handsome silver-plated coffee urn, in recognition of his services to the St. John Ambulance Classes. The follow- ing received silver medals: Messrs. H. Breese, J. Mellish, D. Williams and Wm. Vanstojie. The following re- ceived certificates Messrs A. Vanstone, J. Mellish, H. Breese, Wm. Vanstone and H. Brooks, the latter receiving a silver bar, this being his sixth consecu- tive pass. The harmony of the even- ing was contributed to by Messrs. J. Thomas, Geo. Anthony and J. Webber. THE VOLUNTEER BAND CLUB en- tertained the Conservatives Club on Friday, Jan. 14th, in a return match, cards and dominoes. Result:—Whist: Band Club-F. Monvbone and C. Mog- ford, 2; E. Ellis and J. Ellis, 3; D. Wil- liams and J. Davies, 0. Conservatives W.Walsh and R.P.Jones, 1; W. Crate and J. Perry, 0; W. Boulton and M. Gillard, 3.—Cribb Bfnd-TTowell Davies and D. Evans, 2; T. Rosser and J. Hughes, 1; T. Powell and J. Thomas, 0. Cons.: T. Williams and C. Caple, 1; J. Lloyd and W. Rees, 2; E. Weston and W. Jefferies, 3. Twenty-fives: Band: W. Dudder and C. Mogford, 2; T. Callaghan and J. Hughes, 2; E. Morris and A. Tite, 2. Cons. J. Can- ton and J. Davies, 1; M. Murphy and F. Irons. 1; J. Robinson and R. Wat- kins, l.Don: Band-F. Huggins and J. Williams, 2; T. Davies and W. Davies, 2; G. Davies and J. Rossitter, 2. Cons W. Duglan and A. Watts, 1; T. Howells and J. Davies, 1; W. Ayres and T. Griffiths, I.-Dominoes, fives and threes Band: C. Prince and W. Eynon, 2; C. Turner and T. Harris, 2; A. Att- well and E. Jones, 1. Cons. G. Hosier and F. Hosier, 1; C. Pinnell and T. An- drill, 1; H. Bushell and H. Bishop, 2.— Old Gam?: Band: W. Jenkins, 1; R. Attwell, 2; W. Phillips, 3. Cons.: E. Morgan, 2; W. Morgan, 1; P. O. Neil, 0.

ABERCWMBOI. A SMOKING CONCERT was held at the Prineb of Wales Inn in honour of Private W. R. Evans. Chairman, Mr. William Xees. Songs were given by Messrs. William Parry, David Wil- liams, Dtn Rees, Gomer Thomas, Taliesyn Williams, William Smith, Ap Morris, D J. Evans, and Private W. R. Evans. Mrs. S. Parker, in a very happy speech, presented Private Evans with a gold signet ring on behalf of the Abercvmboi heroes' friends. Private Evans suitably acknowledged. AN ENTERTAINMENT was given at the Workmen's Hall on Tuesday evening by the Abtrcwmboi Amateur Entertain- ing Society, it being their first appear- ance. Thire was a crowded house. The younf actors are to be compli- mented on their good programme of humorous and descriptive choruses and sketches. Mr. Jack Jenkins took well in his special song scenas, while Pro- fessor Jonah Rees, A.R.C.O., in his specially selected music, had a splendid reception, which was encored. Mr. Tom Rees gave some high-class songs. Mr. Horace Vincent Richards acted as a born comedian. Mr. J. O. Parry's violin selections were greatly apprecia- ted, and Mr. Daff Harries brought the house down with impersonations and humorous scngs. The entire proceedings go towards the hall and library.

CWMAMAN. ASTONISHING BARGAINS at Prance Williams's Sale this week. 1916 FORD CA-RS in stock.—Sheen, Car- diff Street, Aberdare. BYDDIN GOBAITH SOAR. Nos Fawrth, y llywydd oedd Mr. W. C. Lloyd. Rhaglen: Can, Sophia Myfanwy Jones. Adrodd, John David Ebenezer. Can, Bronwen Ebenezer. Dadl, Olwen Lewis a Lottie Lewis. Deuawd, Johnny Lloyd a Tommy Aeron Daniel. Cystad- leuaeth: Unawd i fechgyn, John Haydn Edwards. Unawd i ferched, Elsie May Evans. THE INTERMENT of Mr. Albert Harries, 3 Aman Street, took place on Thursday last at the Aberdare Public Cemetery. The Rev. 1. J. Williams officiated. The mourners were:—First coach, Mrs. Harris, widow; Cissy Harris, daughter; Mrs. Hinam, Mrs. Davies, Mrs. Hughes, Mrs. Evaas, j aunts; 2nd coach, Mrs. Morgan, Mrs. Askins, Mrs. Pugh, Mrs. Jenkins, Mrs. Dan Jones, Mrs. John Jones; 3rd coach, Mrs. Thomas, Glanrhyd; Miss I'Jane Lewis, Mrs. Rees, Mr*. Gough, Mary Pugh; 4th coach, Mrs. James, Graig; Mrs. Hughes, Cottage; Mrs. Parry, Mrs. Skvrm, Mrs. Jones, friends. Following the hearse were: Messrs. Thomas John, David, and Theo Harries, John Davies, John Evans, Rees Hughes, and William Evans, uncles; David Davies, cousin; William Hogan, bro- ther. Wreaths were given by: Wife and family, and Mrs/*PHinam, Taly- wain. MILITARY CONCERTS. On Wed- nesday a concert was held at the Globe Inn in honour of D. J. Williams, Royal Naval Division, who had been wounded at the Dardanelles. Mr. Richard Thomas presided. Songs were rendered by Messrs. Tommy Rees, S. Dade, Jack Davies, W. Whittle, E. Davies, B. James, J. Davies, and J. Roberts. Mandoline solo by Sid Pearce. Ad- dresses by Messrs. J. Davies and S. Dade. Mr. D. J. Williams responded. The guest was presented with a token S ,ve'sPett ky the friends present.—On Saturday a concert was given in honour of Private W. Tonkins, 2nd Battalion

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ABERAMAN. Why suffer the torments of indi- gestion and liver troubles, when a single bottle of Emrys Evans' Digestive Juice will relieve you. WEDDING. On Saturday morning last at Libanus C.M. Church Mr. Jack Edmunds, son of Mr. and Mrs. VV. Ed- munds, 29e Regent- Street, and Miss Emily Chowles, daughter of Mrs. Chowles, 58 High Street, Aberdare, were united into holy matrimony. The Rev. E. W. Llewelyn officiated, in the presence of the Deputy-Registrar, Mr. E. R. Thomas. PRESENTATION. At the Mason s Arnls on Thursday evening a large number of the friends of Ex-Police- Serjeant Evans, late Caerphilly, now landlord of the Mason's Arms, as- sembled to present him on the occasion of his departure from Caerphilly. The presentation comprised elegant oil- paintings of himself and his wife. The chair was occupied by Mr. Hookey, Caer- philly. In handing the gifts to the recipients he said that the Sergeant had made a host of friends during his seven years' sojourn at Caerphilly. He was highly respected by all the in- habitants, and his departure keenly re- g-retted: He had rendered noble service to various good causes'in the locality. The gifts were inscribed as follows- "Presented to Mr. and Mrs. Llewelyn Evans by their Caerphilly friends on the- occasion of their departure to Aberaman." Others who spoke in felicitous terms of the Sergeant and his good lady were Mr. Bowket, Sergeant King, Caerphilly; Mr. Harris, Caer- philly; Mr. Harold Knight, Aberdare; Mr. Richards, Caerphilly; Messrs. John Rees, Aberdare, and J. Bick, Aber- aman. Sergeant Evans thanked the donors very cordially for their gifts and good wishes. Host and Hostess Evans catered at a sumptuous banquet given. At a subsequent concert Mr. Hookey again presided. The accompan- ist was Mr. Richard Everett. The appended contributed to the harmony: —Messrs. Gwilym D. Phillips, W. Henry Williams, Evan Evans, Cwm- bach; David A. Morris, Aberaman; D. S. Miles and D. Lewis. Mr. Sam Miles had charge of the local arrange- ments.

CWMBAr.H. COAGULINE Transparent Cement for Glass, China, etc. 6d. and lB. Post free. THE PULPIT of Bryn Seion Con- gregational Chapel was on Sunday last occupied by the Rev. H. A. Davies, late Moriah Aman, Cwmaman. ON FURLOUGH. The following soldiers are now home on furlough: — Driver William Thomas, A.S.C., Green- wich, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Thomas, of 7 Tirfounder Road; Private Stanley Davies, son of Mr. Thomas Davies, Crown Row, of the Welsh Regi- ment, Pembroke; Dan Davies, R.F.A., Winchester; Private Levi Lewis, son of Mrs. Lewis, Rees Row, Bantams; Private T. R. Evans, of Oak Row, Welsh Guards; Sapper Rees Edwards, of the Royal Engineers, who is to be drafted out to Salonika. Private Jack Morris, of Oak Row, is home from the front after having been in the trenches for about four months. THE INTERMENT of Mr. Evan Griffiths, grocer, took place on Thursday last at the Aberdare Cemetery, when the Rev. Joseph James officiated. The chief mourners were: -First coach, Messrs. Lewis Griffiths, David Griffiths, Richard Griffiths, Herbert Griffiths, sons; Thomas Jones, son-in-law; 2nd coach, David Griffiths, Thomas Griffiths, brothers; John Griffiths, Henry Evans, nephews; Evan Griffiths, Trevor Griffiths, grandchildren; 3rd coach, David Griffiths, Samuel Jones, cousins; Willie Lloyd, Evan Hopkins, friends; 4th coach, Arthur Evans, Evan Griffiths, Evan John Griffiths, David C. Evans, and E. T. Evans, nephews. The bearers were Messrs. Thomas Evans, William Jones, William Thomas, David Davies, Henry Miller, and Thomas J. Davies. Floral tributes were given by: Richard Griffiths, son Herbert Griffiths, son; Misses Annie and Cassie Griffiths, daughters; Mr. David Griffiths, Merthyr, cousin; Mr. and Mrs. Evans and family; Friends; licensed Victuallers, and Mr. John Jackson (Worthington's). The deepest sympathy is felt towards the family. I

ABERDARE. RECORD BARGAINS at Prance Williams' this week. See all windows. 1918 FORD CARS in stock.—Sheen, Car- diff Street, Aberdare. NATIONAL THRIFT AND ECON- OMY. In support of the above Major Rigg, ex-M*.P. (Cumberland), the repre- sentative of the National Thrift and Economy Society, which has a branch at Cardiff, will address a meeting at Tabernacle on Monday nex-t The High Constable (Mr. Charles Kenshole) will take the chair at 7.30 p.m., supported by representatives of the various tem- perance organisations in the town. The public generally are invited, as the movement is a national one. CHURCH MISSION. On Tuesday evening a social was held at the Green Street Mission. The Rev. D. J. Wills, M.A.. presided in the unavoidable absence of the missioner, Mr. A. Ivett. The following members of the mission gave songH and recitations: — Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Edwards, Gwyneth Hall, Jane Storey, Kitty Price and Ernie Hall. Private John Jones gave some splendid whistling solos. Misses Phyllis Marshall, Miss Gertie Williams, Paris House; Miss Scott and the Rev. D. J. Wills also sang. A few violin selections by Mr. A. J. Pontin. Some humorous storias were told by the Revs. I A. L. Jones, B.A., C. G. Wright, B.A., and Mr. W. H. Templeman. Miss Joyce Thomaa was the accompanist.

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CADLYS. LINSEED COMPOUND with warm water is an excellent gargle for Sore T^YMDEITEAS BD1WYLLIADOL GADLYE. Nos Iau darllenwyd papur ir v testvn, "Y Dychweliad o Babilon, -'an y brawd William Jenkins, Tudor Terrace. Cymerwyd ran gan y rhai canlynol:-Parch. D. Basaett, Mri. Arthur Thomas, J. E. Davies, John Davies, E. R. Evans, Morgan Richards, Mrs. Bassett, Mrs. Jenkins, Mrs. Mary Thomas, Miss Emily Morris. Yr oedd y papur yn un dyddorol ac adGilddol.

HIRWAIN. 1916 FORD CARS in stock.—Sheen, Car- diff Street, Aberdare. LUMBAGO, Backache, cured by Back- ache Banishers. Successful Kidney Pill at last. Post free, Is. 3d.—Reynolds, Chemist, Hirwain. A. J. PADDOCK wishes to announce that he has now opened a branch shop in Cross Street with a fine selection of Baths, Lavatories, Gasfittings, and all Sanitary Goods, and where all orders for repairs, etc., may be sent. # MUSICAL. At the examination recently held at Cardiff by the Trinity College of Music, London, Miss Jenny Davies, daughter of Mr. John Davies, 57 Station Road, passed the inter- mediate grade in pianoforte playing with honours. Miss Davies is a pupil of Professor R. Howells, Aberdare. MILITARY. We regret to announce that Private W. J. Davies, of the 5th Welsh, is now in hospital somewhere in France. He was known locally as "Micky Davies," and was one of the members of the Hirwain Stars A.P.C. —Sapper Will King, of the R.M.R.E., is back in this country, suffering from an attack of gas. He was at Rouen Hospital, then he returned to the firing line. This week, however, he was sent to Colchester Hospital, Essex. We wish both a speedy recovery. SOAR Y.P.S. A very able and edi- fying paper on "Dr. Griffith John, Missionary," was read to the society on Monday evening by Mr. Tommy Davies, the Secretary. He dwelt on the great missionary's work and the honours conferred upon him. The following members took part in the dis- cussion:—Rev. J. Fisher Griffiths, Messrs. Charles John, Rees Richards, and William Rowe. Messrs. Thomas i)avies and Francis Jones respectively proposed and seconded a vote of thanks to Mr. Davies. In the reading com- petition the prize wa.s divided between Mrs. Revnolds and Mr. John E. Bryant. Mr. Howell Williams proved a capable chairman. STOP COUGHING. Reynolds, R.C. Cough Remedy will cure that Cough. Is. per bottle from* Reynolds, Chemist, Hirwain. TABERNACLE Y.P.S. On Friday evening last a concert was held by this society. A portion of Scripture was read by Mr. Willie Albert Jenkins, and Mr. D. P. Davies offered prayer. Recitation, Master John Pritchard. Choruses by the Band of Hope, con- ductor, Mr. David Roderick. Recita- tion. Master John Brinley Bevan. Pianoforte solo. Miss Ceridwen Davies. Soprano solo, Miss Winnie Williams. Address, "The Sunday School," Mr. Haydn Morris. Dialogue, Misses Olwen Morris and Catherine Mary Evans. Selections, Ladies' Choir. The fvunday School scholars were catechised by Mr. Emrrs Jones. The chairman was Mr. D. P. Davies. Accompanists, Misses Annie Jones and Rachel Ann Davies, A.L.C.M. TEA AND CONCERT. The mem- bers of Bethel (C.M.) Church held a tea and concert on Thursday last to wel- come the newly-appointed pastor, the Rev. D. Teify Davies. and his family. The place was gaily decorated, con- spicuous being a large banner in- scribed "Welcome to our pastor and his faiiiilv." The trayholders were: Misses Lizzie Jones and Lizzie Mary Evans, Annie Thomas and Mia Jones, Lizzie Ann James and Lizzie Watkins, I Mrs. David Evans and Mrs. John Drew, Mrs. Susie Jones and Miss Marial Davies. Misses B. Roderick and Maggie Jane Rees. Assistants, Misses Susie and Nannie Meyrick, Lizzie Bevan, Maggie Ann Williams, Harriet A. Bnr- ton, Sarah Ann Jones, Katie Drew. Cutters, Mrs. Morgan Bevan, Mrs. E. Thomas, and Mr. Benjamin TTiOlnaa. Brewer, Mrs. Rees. Doorkeepers, Messrs. Roger Price and Williams, j Mr. William Roderiok Williams pre- sided at the concert. Programme: Recitation. "C'roesaw i'n Gweinidog," Miss Sarah Ann Jones. Solo, Miss Edna Jones. Recitation, Miss Miriam Parry. Dialogue, Misses Nancy Rees and Sarah Ann Jones. Diiett. Messrs. T. C. Wal- ters and Howell Meyrick. Recitation, j Mr. Rees Thomas. Solo, "Lord, I am coming home," Rev. D. Teify DavieR. Guardian D;ivid Jones cordially wel- coined the 11 w pastor and family to j Bethel. He referred to their minister's } excellent mn;^ieal abilities, and trusted that he «- )uld materially assist the I Bethel sters. (Cheers.) The Rev. D. T Hvvies suitably responded. Dia' 'Summer and Winter/' if ita and AmT Roderick. T Vr. Willie Evans. Recita- -otbv Bluck. Duet, Misses is Walters and Mary ). Thomas. Contralto solo, Miss Morfudd Davies. Bass solo, Mr. Willie B. Bevan. Recitation, Miss Lizzie Bevan. Solo, "Cartref," Mr. Evan John Davies. The Bryngolwg Male Voice Party, led by Mr. W. E. Bevan, rendered "Sweet and Low." To all who took part a hearty vote of thanks was accorded by the Rev. D. Teify Davies and Mr. M. J. Rees. The secretary was Miss Sarah Jenkins. Treasurer, Miss Martha Roderick. Accompanists, Miss Marial Davies and Mr. W. A. Price.

CLYN NEATH. LINSEED COMPOUND (Ainseed, Sen- ega, Squilltolu, etc.). For Coughs & ColcbL THE PULPIT of Addoldy was oc- cupied last Sunday by the Rev. D. Morgan, of Killay, Swansea. GIFT TO ADDOLDY. An old native of this vale has sent a cheque for < £ 50 to his mother church for the purpose of erecting a residence for the minister. The donor is Mr. Jenkin Jones, British Columbia, America. MEETINGS. On Sunday and Mon- day last Siloh Church held its anni- versary meetings, when the Rev. J. Dyfnallt Owen, A.T.C., and the Rev. J. Oidfield Davies, B.A., officiated. The Rev. Albert Evans, the pastor, con- ducted the services. Mr. Evan Price was the precentor, and Mr. Evan Evans the organist. LITERARY AND DEBATING SO- CIETY. On Tuesday. evening Mr. James Evans, M.E., addressed the above society on "Oliver Cromwell." Mr. Evans showed not only Cromwell's good deeds, but also the blots on his character. The following also spoke: Messrs. J. Jenkins, W. A. Jenkins, Idris Davies, O. J. Evans, and A. H. Harries, of Leatherhead. SUDDEN DEATH. On Monday week Annie Elizabeth, the three-year- old child of Sapper Thomas John Morris and Mrs. Morris, of School Place, passed away. On Thursday the interment took place, the Rev. J. T. Evans, Capel y Glyn, officiating. Wreaths were sent by: the Family; also by cousins, friends and neighbours. also by cousins, friends and neighbours. We extend our deepest sympathy to the family. The bereaved father is out in Franbe serving his King and oountry. SMOKING CONCERT. On Monday evening last at the Oddfellows Hotel a smoking concert was held to aid Mr. Richard Shortman, who has been home for a few weeks' rest after having been wounded in the war. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Shortman, Aber- nant Terrace. The chair was occupied by Mr. William Rowlands, who gave a brilliant address. Several songs were contributed. Mr. Beechy was the ac- companist. Private Shortman received a small gift in money as a token of esteem. LADIES' AMBULANCE CLASS.On Wednesday week, at Elmwood House, Dr. and Mrs. Tom McClure gave an excellent repast to the members of the above class, who have yassed their ex- aminations in a very satisfactory man- ner, which ^peaks higmy of the class and their worthy teaeaer. Mrs. Mary .Junes, Rhoola Terrace, presided at a subsequent entertainment. Miss M. Williams and Miss Price acted as accompanists. Several songs, recita- tions and addresses were given. A vote of thanks to Dr. Tom McClure and his wife for their kindness towards the Ambulance Class was passed. BETHEL Y.P.S. Mr. Gwilym Jen- kins addressed the above societv on Wednesday evening on "Ancient Welsh Hymn Writers." Mr. Jenkins treated nis subject in an able manner, and gave the young people facts unknown to them before. The following also spoke on the subject: -Messrs. Henrv Bevan, J. Stanley Thomas, B. Harries, J- Jenkins, David Harrett, Lewis Walters, Urias Rees, Trevor Thomas, and Thomas Thomas, who occupied the chair. The following gave songs and recitations:—M. A. Walters, William James Thomas, M. James, B. Hughes, A. Davies, M. Thomas, and L. M. Thomas. COLLIERIES COMMITTEES. — On luesday last the British Rhondda olliery Lodge held a general meeting. Mr. (ivilym Edwards was re-elected chamaan: Mr. John Williams, Aber- Oare Road, treasurer, and Mr. William Henry Brown secretary for the ensuinaf year.—Also at the Rock Hotel on Fridav evening last a general meeting was held by the workmen of the Rock lolliery when Mr. Evan Rees, Mel- nourne Villa, treasurer for manv years, was elected chairman, and Mr. Thomas John Cole was elected to succeed him as treasurer. Mr. Morgan Morgan, check weigher, was re-elected secretary. -At the Aberpergwm and Pwllfaron Collieries Mr. David Arthur chairman; Mr. Gwilym Evans treasurer; Mr. ThomaR D. Thomas, D.C., secretary, and Mr. Arthur Cleaves deputy-secretarv were all re-elected. They represent various collieries in the district. -— Printed and Pnbfiahed at their Prilltina Work., 19 Cardiff Street, Aberdare, in the Oounty of Glamorgan, by the Proprietors. W. Pugh and j L, Rowlanda.

jeace would be celebrated in the year vhich had just opened. (Hear, hear.) Cadwaladr's Luck. The first case was that of David Cadwaladr, Aber- iman, who was charged with being Irunk and disorderly. Evidence hav- ing been given, the Stipendiary said: [ see you are an old offender, and you must realise by now that a drunlten spree is rather an expensive luxury, be- cause you have had to pay fines as well as pay for the drinks. But as this is the first case in this new Court, I will forgive you, and let you take your money home and buy your wife a new hat. I advise you not to do it again because it will be a very long time be- fore we have another new Court. (Laughter.)—Defendant: I thank you, sir. Defiling a Wall. Thomas Morgan, Bell Street, Trecynon, was ordered to pay 2s. 6d. for this offence. Theft of Coal.James Griffiths, Hir- wain, was charged with stealing coal, value 4d., the property of the Marquis of Bute.—P.C. Edwards deposed to see- ing defendant coming from the direction of the Tower Colliery. When charged defendant said: "I have nothing to say more than I took it.The Bench imposed a fine of 9s. or 7 days. Matches in Mine.—Henry Scourfield answered a summons for a breach of the Coal Mines Act.—Mr. W. R. Mor- gan, who appeared for the Cwmaman Coal Co., said that defendant was found with a box of matches in his possession in the mine.—Mr W. Thomas defended.—John P. Davies, overman at the colliery, said he searched the men on a certain date, and found a box of matches on defendant. Scourfield was a mason. In reply to Mr. Thomas witness said that defendant sometimes worked on the pit-top. He did not have a pipe or tobacco. Mr. Thomas ex- plained to the Bench that on the night previous to the offence defendant got wet, and on the following morning he changed his waistcoat. That was how it came about that matches were in his pocket.—The Stipendiary said he was satisfied that it was an oversight, but workmen should exercise the greatest care. The defendant would be fined 9s. A Similar Offence.—A similar charge was preferred against Richard Davies, who had a box of matches in his posses- sion at the Lower Duffryn Colliery. Mr W. H. Towlson (Messrs. C. & W. Ken- shole and Prosser) appeared for the Powell Duffryn Co., who prosecuted.- Richard Griffiths, fireman, said he ex- amined the men at the pit bottom, as the men came out of the cage. Defend- ant attempted to walk away, but when told to stop admitted he had some matches.—Defendant now said that he hid his pipe on the pit top, but that he forgot about the matches.—A fine of los. was inflicted in this case. Threatening Language. Catherine Davies, Bright Eye, Cwmaman, answer- ed a charge of using threatening and obscene language towards Stanley N. White.—Mr. W. Thomas appeared for complainant, who said that he lived at No. 5 Bright Eye, and defendant was a neighbour of his. He bad been subject- ed to a lot of abuse from defendant, and he submitted a sample of the language used to the.Bench. Defendant was in a drunken condition at the time. Chas. Lloyd, 8 Bright Eye, deposed to having heard defendant use the lan- guage complained of. Defendant was fined 9s., and bound over to keep the peace. Left Together. Hannah Mary Jones, Jenkin Street, Abercwmboi, summoned her husband for persistent cruelty and sought a separation order. When the names were called neither of the parties was in Court, but Mr. W. Thomas said he appeared for complain- ant. The names were again called out, and a constable said that the man and wife had left the Court together. (Laughter.)—Mr. W. Thomas: The new building is having a good effect. (Re- newed laughter.)—The case was there- upon struck out.—At the conclusion of the Court Mr. W. Thomas said that in this case the husband had asked the wife outside and made her an offer of 25s. He asked the Bench to adjourn the case for seven days.—The Stipendiary remarked that separation orders could not be made by consent of the parties. The case should stand over till next week. "Another Man's Pay Edwin Lloyd, 17 years of age, living at Duffryn Row, Cwmbach, was brought up to answer a charge of stealing £ 1 4s. 3d., the moneys 8f a fellow workman. Mr. W. H. Towl- son appeared for the prosecutors; the Powell Duffryn Co., Ltd., and Mr. W. Thomas defended.—Dd. Davies, mana- ger of Lletty Shenkin Colliery, said that Edwin Lloyd was a collier there, sometimes employed by the Company and sometimes by a contractor. Wit- ness described the system of payment at the colliery. On Dec. 24th he gave certain instructions regarding the pay of a man named Edmund Lloyd. De- fendant represented himself as Edmund Lloyd and obtained the latter's pay.— Further evidence was given by J. Wm. Evans, stock-keeper; Wm. Williams, pay clerk; Thomas Polkinghorne, coal cutting contractor; Wm. Gray, fire- man, and P.S. Thomas Davies. The defence was that defendant was under the impression there was money coming to him from the colliery office as well as from the contractor.—The Stipendiary characterised the theft as a mean one, and bound defendant over to be of good behaviour for twelve months. Transfer. Mr. W. R. Morgan ap- plied for the transfer of the grocer's licence from the name of the late Mr. D. Griffiths, Ynysycynon Shop, Cwm- bach, to that of his son.—Granted. No Bread In the House. Trecynon Family's Plight. A girl about 13 years of age, from Trecynon, was brought up at the Juven- ile Court for stealing bread. Super. Rees said that she was caught in the act of stealing, and information was given to the police. When the constable went to the girl's house he discovered that there was not a scrap of bread there. The girl's father was in the Army. There were five children, but the mother was in receipt of j64 a week. She had two boys working and another boy in the Army. The woman u was addicted to the drug habit, and was constantly taking morphia. Clerk (to the girl's mother): What do you say to that ? The woman: I only get 23s. a week separation. allowance. Super. Rees: One son works at Bwll- fa Colliery and earns 25s. a week, and another boy earns 15s. a week. The woman said that the latter son was consumptive, and worked very ir- regularly, and she did net have an allow- ance in respect of the son who was in the Army. ? Super? Rees^said that particulars of the case had 4&n sent to the Inspector of the N.S.P.C.C., and he asked that the present case be dismissed. The woman was warned by the Sti- pendiary to give up the drug habit. If she was prosecuted and punished, her separation allowance would be stopped and her children taken away from her. The woman promised to do so.

Welsh Regiment, who was home om j leave, having been wounded at Loos. Mr. William Davies presided. Songs were rendered by Messrs. Rees George, R. Thomas, J. Roberts, T. Hancock, W. Williams, W. Davies, J. Williams, T Duffy, H. Jenkins, Private Tomkins, and Mr. A. Roberts, and a tambourine dance by Ernie Morris. Addresses were given by Messrs. T. Duffy and F. I Mitchell. Private Tonkins suitably responded. The guest was presented with a handsome silver-mounted pipe- Letters were read from Private W. C. Howells, A.S.C. Remount, South- ampton, and Driver A. C. Whitty, R.F.A., France, thanking the Cwm- aman friends for the splendid send-off accorded them.-On Monday a concert was given in honour of Private D. Griffiths, S.W.B., who was wounded at the Dardanelles, and Private C. iier- gest, Welsh Regiment, who was name from the Dardanelles owing to ill- health. Mr. William Davies presided. Songs were rendered by Messrs. Jack Davies, J. Roberts, R. Thomas, R. George, E, Davies, Tommy Rees, J. Davies, J. Tonkins, W. Williams and W. Davies. Addresses by Messrs. Rees George and J. Knight. A letter was read from Private J. T. Kingsbury, A.S.C., thanking the Cwmaman friends for a hearty send-off.—On Tuesday a concert was given in honour of Sapper I E. Jones, Royal Engineers, who is home on leave from France. Mr. Wm. Davies presided. He said that Jones was ft Cwmamanite, who had served through the South African War. In the present wat he had served in France with the Devons and with the Royal Engineers. He was presented with a handsome token of respect. Songs were rendered by Messrs. Rees George, Jack Davies, Tommy Rees, Sam Sweet, R. Thomas, W. Williams, J. Tonkins, E. Davies, and J. Davies. Addresses were given by Messrs. Rees George and T. Thomas. Sapper Jones suitably re- sponded. He is leaving for France on Saturday.