The Aberdare Leader

TRECYNON. SUNBEAM Motor Cycle in Stock.—A. D. Jones, Duke Street, Aberdare. I GARDEN SEEDS.-Only first prize seeds stocked. Choicest selection at Emrys Evans', M.P.S., Victoria Square. We are THE FORD DEALERS AND EXPERTS for the District-Parker Bros. HEN DY CWRDD. A native of Aberdare, Rev. E. R. Dennis, now pastor of Glanrhondda Unitarian Church, Pentre Rhondda, will be installed as pastor of Hen Dy Cwrdd next Monday afternoon. Among the speakers at the ^'evening meeting will be Mr. J. f. Jb. •"Brunner, M.P-, President of the British and Foreign Unitarian Associa- tion. Mr. Brunner is a son of Sir John L. Brunner, Bart., of the well-know n firm nf Tirnnner. Mond and Co. HEOLYFELIN (B.). The annual tea part.v and concert were held on liiaster Monday at the above church. I he travholders were,: Mesdames Roberts, J. Thomas, Phillips, Griffiths, Williams, Morris, W. A. Jones, Samuel, Llewelyn, Harris, Misses May Davies, Lizzie Thomas, S. Phillips, Williams, Dickens, E. Evans, Jenny Evans, Mrs. Smith, and Mrs..Davies. The cutters were: Messrs. D. Griffiths and A. Thomas, Mrs'. D. Davies, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Samuel, Mrs. Rees, Mrs. Jones, Miss Evans, and Miss Roberts. The president was Mr. J. F. Williams. Mr. W. Evans was the chairman at the concert in the evening, when the following contfibnted to the programm, -Overture, Mr. Tom James. Songs by Miss Jenny Davies and friends, Miss Cissie Davies and friends, and Mrs. Phillips. Recitations by Robbie Jones, Katie Rees and R. Evans. The impromptu speech prize was won by Messrs. D. Davies and A. Price. The accompanist was Mr. Tom James, and [hI" secretary Mr. David Davies.

ABERDARE. FORD'S in Stock with Sheen, Aberdare. MISSION. <>n Sunday eveiiing thp service at ot. M.ar& s KiS. inducted by Private D. p Taler, l-6th Welsh Regiment, who is stationed at Manchester. Mrs. Jones presided at the harmonium. We are THE FORD DEALERS AND EXPERTS for the District-Parker Bros. BETHANIA C.M.—'The annual preach- in- services were held at this church on" Good Friday and Easter Cay jh6 nreachers were the Revs. W. Prydxlercn, Suansea, and Joseph Jenkins, Ffestiniog Mr. W. Beddoe Stephens was at the organ. t ■^ MTimCAT — In connection with tne C M. Cvmimfa held at Soar. Cwmainty:, and Bethania, Aberdare last week Mr. David Phillips, Canon Street, had ren- dered immense service as preparatory conductor at the various rehearsals. TRINITY. The Rev. J. J. Morgan, Mold, was the preacher at Trinity English C.M. Church on Sunday. Mr. 'Morgan is the son of the1 late Tenowned Rev David Morgan, Ysbytty the central figure of the great revival of 1859. At the evening service the preacher s text c was Revelation 1. 16, 17. ST. MAIR. The "Three. Hours' service on Good Friday was taken by the Rev. Victor Hughes, B.A. On Ifaster Day the choral celebration of the Elolv Communion was sung to Edwards in F. The Rev. A. Lloyd Jones, B.A., as the preacher. At the evening service the Rev. V. Hughes officiated. ST ELVAN'S. On Good Friday the "Three Hours' service was con- ducted by the A* Edwards, M Vicar of Llangemor. Evensong was said at 6. At 7.30 Stainer's Crnci- ixion was sung by the choir under the M Vicar of Llangeinor. Evensong was said at 6. At 7.30 Stainer's Gruci- ixion was sung by the choir under the :onductorship of the Vicar. The chinch svas well filled, and the work was reverent.lv rendered. This innovation in J -be 'parish was greatly' appreciated. MUSICAL HONOURS. At the recent xaillin.ation, held at Cardiff, by the Victoria College of Music, Mr. David I If red Hulett, 15 Hall Street, passed he primary grade in pianoforte playing ,vith honours, having obtained a high percentage of marks. Mr. J. H. Lewis, I Vlus.Doc., London, was the examiner. \tr D. A. Hulett is a pupil of Mr. W. \[. Lewis, L.V.C.M., Broncynon Perrace, Cwmdare. WEDDING. At the Parish Church in Easter Monday morning a pretty wedding was solemnised. The contract- no- parties were Miss Phyllis Evans, laughter of Mr. Evans, 62 Bute Street, I ind the late Mr. George Evans, Aber- lant, and Mr. W. J. Cannin, son of Mr. titd Mrs. W. T. Cannin, Cardiff Road, Yberaman. The bride was given away bv Mr. J. Hinton. The luties oT best man were carried out by Mr. E. Strong. The bridesmaid was Miss \L A. Cannin. The Rev. James A. Lewis, B.A., Vicar, officiated. The wedding I areakfast was partaken of at the bride s lome, >where a large party had assembled. l'he honeymoon is being spent at Cardiff. ) EASTER DAY SERVICES. At St. Klvan's Church on Sunday there were i rhree early celebrations of the Holy IIommunion and a choral celebrationat 11 o'clock sung to Weber in G. The processional hymn was "Hail Festal Day" (J- B. Powell). The Vicar was -plebrant, assisted by the Revs. D. J. \Vills and C. G. Wright and Mr. Ivett. There was a children's service in the, afternoon. At the evening service the Canticles were sung to Maunder in G. The Vicar officiated. The Rev. Canon Johnson, M.A., Llandaff, was the special, preacher for the day. The choir gave a fine rendering of Oakley's anthem, "Evening and Morning.' The sacred edifice was profusely decorated with flowers, and large congregations at- fc0CANTATA. — On Tuesday and Wed- nesday last week at Siloa Hall the Siloa Band of Hope gave two splendid per- formances of the cantata "The Niainc Key" (Cooper). The chief characters were as follows: -Queen, Miss B. Owen; Corregidor, Emlyn Morgan; Flaniugan, H. Clement; Kadiga, Doris Erricker; Barljer, D. J. Landeg; Juan, lv.°^ Phillips; Pedro, Tommy Davies; Chief Gnome, Edna Griffiths; Chief Nymph, Edna Griffiths. The conductor was Mr. David Phillips. Accompanists, Mr. W. J. Evans and Miss Gertie Jones, Elm Owe. The pastor, the Rev. D. Silvn Evan., made an ideal chairman. The per- formance was repeated on Easter Monday evening. WEDDING. — On Easter Monday, at the Parish Church, Miss Alice S. Harris, 11 Hawthorn Terrace, was united in holv matrimony to Private D. R. Tasker, 1-6th Welsh Regiment, stationed at Manchester. The bride was attired in a silver grey dress with black hat to match, and was given awav by her uncle, Mr. Fred Harris. The brides- maids were Miss May Parsons and Miss Mary Tasker, sister of bridegroom, and they wore navy blue costumes. The best man was Mr. John Lewis. The wedding party include^—Mrs. Harris, bride's mother; Mrs. F. Harris, aunt; Mrs. A. Mountjoy, grandmother; Mr. Tasker, bridegroom's father; Mr. Tom -Tasker, brother; Misses Elsie, Annie, Hettie, and Rosie Harris, Mrs. Parsons, cousins; Mr. Robert Isaac, Mr. W. A. Mountjoy, uncle of bride; Mr. A, Ivett, missioner, and Mr. W. H. Templeman. The Vicar was the officiating clergyman.

ABERCWMBGt. SUNBEAM Motor Cycle in Stock.-A. D. Jones, Duke Street, Aberdare. WEDDING. On Easter Monday a pretty but quiet wedding was solemnised at Pontypridd Register Office, the con- j tracting parties being Miss M. Jones, 29 Mostyn Street, and Mr. Tom Harris, Miskin. j PERSONAL. — Messrs Tom Lewis, 169 John Street, and David Harris., 31 J Bronallt Terrace, were home over the j week-end. They are engaged at the Munition Works in the Midlands.— Private Tom Ostler, 62 Jenkin Street, aiul Private H. Harm, 14 Park View Terrace, are home on sick leave. j j CONCERT. A well-attended concert was held at the Workmen's Hall on Thursday evening last. Mr. H. J. Griffiths, Mountain Ash, presided. The test pieces of the Ladies' Choir and j Mixed Choir at Mountain Ash were given by the choirs, conductors, Mr. J. Eiddig Davies and Mr. Tom John (Alaw Glan Cynon) respectively. Solos were rendered by Mr. D. Pennar Williams, Ap Morris, Madam Phillips, Miss Sarah Davies, Mountain Asli, and Miss A. M. Phillips, Cwmaman. Duett, Ap Morris and Madam Taliesyn Evans. Duet, Mr. I D. Pennar Williams and Miss Phillips.

ULYNNEATH. SUNBEAM Motor Cycle in Stock.—A. D. Jones, Duke Street. Aberdare. NOTICE. The prize drawing in aid of Mr. William Williams, of Pentre- clwyda, Glyn Neath, has been post- poned. The winning numbers will be published on May 13th.—Secretary. PERSONAL. — Mr. Richard Wil- liams, accompanist of Bethel Glee Party. and Misses Novello Francis and Hettie Francis, took an active part at the Sun- day School meetings held at Bethel last Sunday week. SMOKING CONCERT. On Saturday evening last a smoking concert was held at the Oddfellows Hotel in aid of Private John Nott, late of Hirwain, who was home on leave from the front. The chair was taken by Mr. Edward Evans, supported by Mr. Charles Davies. Overture by Mr. D. J. Davies, late of Llwydcoed. Songs by Messrs. D. James Williams, Ted Evans, William Deveraux, Stephen Lloyd, William Jones, Resolven; William Williams, Resolven; Fred Atkins, and a Belgian friend. Messrs. Edward Evans and William Deveraux rendered a duet. Mr. D. J. Davies was the accompanist. .JAPANESE OPERETTA. On Thursday evening, at the Public Hall, the Bethania Juvenile Choir, under the leadership of Mr. Willie Price, gave a vpry interesting performance of "Princess Ju Ju In full character to a crowded house. The chief characters Ii were: Princess Ju Ju, Madam Cornelius; La La, Miss M. J. Thomas; Fly, Fly, j Miss C. M. Thorns; Cherry Blossom, ) Miss E. Arthur; Maidens attending on J Princess, Misses G. Davies, J. Lewis, A. Thomas; Sor See, Miss M. Jones; Lunar, I, Miss M. Morgan; the Emperor, Mr. Howel Rees; the Emperor's Adviser, Mr. Samuel Morgan; Prince Shee MaGuin, Mr. W. Rees; Prince Fu Shu, AT~r. ATm-can Llovd: Prince Go Bana. Mr. M. J. Lloyd; Messenger, Master Arthur Brown; Lord High Executioner, Mr. W. John Thomas. Mr. D. E. Parry Williams was the accompanist, assisted by a full orchestra, under the leadership of Mr. J. Walters, late of Aberaman. The performance was very good and greatly appreciated by the large audience. OBITUARY. It is with regret we announce the death of Mr. John Wil- liams, who resided at 7 Llwyncelyn Terrace, Pontwalby, with Mr. and Mrs. David Griffiths. He was a native of Penydarren, Merthyr. He was check- weigher at the Clydach Vale Collieries for 28 years, during which period he represented Clydach Vale as County Councillor. He had served on the Slid- ing Scale, and also was secretary of many Eisteddfodau, including the annual Mid-Rhondda Eisteddfod, of which he was the pioneer. Mr. Williams was one of the leading Liberals of the Rhondda Valley. He passed away on. the 14th of April at the age of 73 years. He was a faithful member of Bethel Baptist Chapel. On the following Wed- nesday the interment took place at Eben- ezer Graveyard, Pontneathvaughan, when the Rev. T. Carmen Harris, Bethel, officiated. Deceased leaves two sons, one of whom, Taliesin Williams, was unable to attend the funeral, he being on active service at Salonica. The chief mourners were: Mr. and Mrs. Gwilym Williams and family, son, and Mr. and Mrs. David Griffiths and family.

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Local Mems. BY MEMO. Why cannot we drink tea without sugar, and for the matter of that why cannot we drink water without tea soaked in it? It is all a question of habit. Sugar is getting scarce, and there was universal complaint among women in Aberdare last Saturday that they could obtain only a lb. of sugar whereas they wanted 2, 3, 4 or half a dozen lbs. If we were compelled to drink tea without sugar for six months, few people would ever trouble to go back to sugar. Tn some shops in various parts of the country the retailers refused to supply a customer with sugar unless he or she also bought tea as well. The Royal Commission on Sugar condemns this practice. They say they have no ob- jection to shopkeepers declining to sell sugar without other goods, but the choice of the other goods must be left to the customer. Many and varied are the grounds upon which people claim exemptions from military service. A pork-butcher in Cambridge asked the Tribunal to exempt two of his men because they were skilled in making 70 differently flavoured sorts of sausages. Voltaire is reported to" have said that England had many religions, but only one kind of sauce. We have made much progress since his day. There are, now many kinds of sauce and many brands of sausages, and we hear of new religions every day from conscientious objectors. Fifty years ago the following para- graph appeared in The Cardiff Times," concerning Aberdare Fair: The customary April Fair came off on Monday last. Owing to the cattle plague regulations the usual sale of stock was prevented indeed, if we except a few ponies and horses there was nothing in the shape of a four-footed animal offered for sale. The pleasure 1 fair, which as usual came off in the evening, was as brisk as ever, showmen were as noisy, and itinerant merchants as boisterous as } on any previous occasion. We must reverse the account this time. The Pleasure Fair was con- spicuous by its absence. but, some cattle were sold. What a War we are in to be sure, to think that it has even been instrumental in preventing Studt's merry-go-rounds from visit- ing Aberdare Fair. At last we real- ise in a most poignant manner that there is a War on. Though we were deprived of the usual Fair, we were "blessed" with the usual Fair weather (Capital F. Mr. Printer, please.) Great things are happening nation- ally and locally. Of the latter strict secrecy must be observed until the negotiations reach a riper stage. May the project be carried through, for it will be an unquestionable boon to the public of Aberdare. Of national events it is not wise to write a few days before piiblica- tion, because things move so sudden- ly and rapidly. The bombshell dropped on Lloyd George's neck by Mr. A. G. Gardner, Editor of the Daily); ews," caused a sensation locally no less than in other towns throughout the country. The con- sensus of opinion even among past supporters of the wizard from Wales is that if he has been guilty of the plots alleged against him by A.G.G., he deserves to be hounded out of public life.

Abercwmboi Jottings. BY PASSER BY. We have heard of he Lost Chord." But there is more talk here this week of "The Lost Conductor." However, the conductor was found in good time, but half the choir was then missing, with the result "No choir no prize for Cwm- boi." 1. Congrats to Eiddig and the ladies who did so well at the Mountain Ash Eis- teddfod only one point behind the winning choir. Mr. Edgar Rees and Miss Evans, Mountain Ash, won the gold medal championship of the Aberdare Valley in the dancing competition at Mountain Ash on Good Friday Eve out of 14 couples. Edgar and his partner also took first prize in the championship of Wales contest at the same place on Monday evening out of 20 couples. My sympathy to Yr. William Wil- liams (checkweigher) in his severe ill- ness. I wish him a speedy recovery, and soon may be able to resume his various duties. Professor Jonah Rees, A.R.C.O., de- serves credit for the masterly way he conducted the Cwmoarn -Malp Voice Party. There is no harm in arranging a motor trip for Whit Monday. But to decide such things on Sunday is questionable ethics.

Musical Contests at Mountain Ash. A quartette and slow melody con- test was held in the Hibernian Band Institute, Mountain Ash, on Monday last. The competitions were'very keen. Xo less than nine quartette parties and twenty-five soloists took part. <. The winner of ihe qiwUjtte were: 1st prize, Aberaman Xo. v Party, £ -2 2s.; second prize, Aberaman No. 1 t Party, Pl Is. TltL, third prize of 10s. 6d. went to Ynyshir. In the slow melody contest the first prize was won by the solo euphonium of Aberaman Band, Mr; R. Dalies, £ 1 Is. and medal; 2nd prize, Mr. J. Radcliffe, Aber, 10s. Orl. 3rd, Mr. D. Jones, Pentre. 5s. The adjudicator was Mr. J. Man- ley, Aberdare. The decisions were well received, and appeared to be very popular.

TURKISH BATHS, MERTHYR. Open Daily for Centlemen from 10 till 8. J. PONTER, from Bath, Attendant. y Ladies' Day—Tuesdays. Mrs. E. PARKER, from Droitwich, Attendant. Single Bath, 2s. Six Tickets, ios.; 14 Tickets, &I. Unequalled for Rheumatism, Sciatica, Lumbago, etc. SPECIAL TERMS TO CLUBS. I IF YOU ARE THINKING j OF HAVING A NICE CHARABANC TRIP WRITE XO US. 1 IF YOU ARE NOT THINKING-START THINKINC RICHT NOW Our Charabancs are the nicest in Wales. I Coughs Garage Co., Hljountain Ash. I | Phono 22. | t III. ————————————MW luge Sale of Furniture, Carpets, k. In preparation for their Sixty-Sixth Annual Stocktaking BEVAN & COMPANY Limited,—Wales' Largest Furnishers and Pianoforts Merchants, •OKTYPF.IDD CARDIFF SWANSEA, &c. L are now offenng the whole of the vast Stocks of thoroughly Reliably Goods at their numerous Branches, and comprising Pianofortes. Suites of every description, Sideboards, Cabinets, Overmantels, Bedsteads, Bedding, Linoleum, Floorcloths, and everything required for complete House Furnishing, at such unheard-of prices as MUST EFFECT AN ENTIRE CLEARANCE! Special Offer of British made Tapestry, Carpets & Rugs, Fully Thirty per cent. under present day's Prices: Usual Price 7/6. ■ Large Sized. ~S'I,en<lid DesiSns> Hearth Rugs Fringed Ends_ = AT 4/11 EACH. Grand Patterns 500 Handsomely Rordered! Ready for Laying! 3 yds. x 2l yds., 22/6. Carpets 3 yds. x 3t yds., 32/6. 3 yds. x 3 yds., 27/6. 3 yds. x 4 yds., 39/6. All Goods Delivered Free of Charge to Aberdare and District

HIRWAIN. We are THE FOUD DEALERS AND EXPERTS for the District-Parker Bros. A. J. PADDOCK wishes to announce that he has now opened a branch shop in Cross Street wlth an Baths, Lavatories, GasfittingB. and all Sanitary Goods, and where all orders ior repairs, etc., may be sent. FORD'S in Stock with Sheen, Aberdare. THE ANNUAL SERVICES of Taber- aacle Welsh Congregational Churctt were held on Sunday and Sermons were preached by the Revs. VV. J. Nicholson, Portmadoc, and T M. Roderick, of Cwmgorse. DEMISE. — Mrs. Maria Smale, meat vendor, of High Street, passcd peaeei'villy away on Saturday morning at the age of 70 years. Guardian David Jones and Mr. Daniel Davies expressed their sym- pathv with the relatives on behalf of Bethel (C.M.) Church at Sunday even- ings service. She had been for many years one of its choristers. CANTATA. — On Thursday and Fri- day evenings last the Hinvain U.nted Choir, led by Mr. George „C°Uier> ably performed the cantata, Esther, the Beautiful Queen." The proceeds were devoted to Mr. J. S, Jones, of Brecon Road, who, sad to state, has by aow passed away. He died at Newcastle; ■ Emlvn last week. ihe Dead Maich was played by the orchestra m memory of him. Guardian David Jones and Mr. William Edmunds presided respectively. The chief characters were as follows; King, Mr. Tom Edwards; Tjueen, Madame D. Thomas; Mordecai, Mr. Willie Evans; Haman, Mr. William Walters; Zeresh, Mrs. W. R. Morgan; Maid of Honour, Miss Lizzie B van. The following items were also givWi — Cornet solo, Mr. Hewitt; monologue, Mr. George Williams, Aberaman. Several pictures were also screened. Sympathy with Mrs. J. S. Jones and relatives m iheir sad loss was expressed. j GYMANFA GANTJ. The annual ( singing festival of the Hirwain Cal- -viiiistic Methodists (Upper District) was held at Bethel on Easter Tuesday. < Mr. E. T. Davies, F.R.C.O., Merthyr, was the conductor, and he highly com- ( plimented the choristers. At the morn- 1 ing service, which was for the juveniles, the president was Mr. W. Roderick t Williams. Mr. Meredith Davies opened 'she meeting, and Dafydd Caradog Davies recited a Psalm. In the afternooq 11 the president was Mr. Daniel Davies. ] Praver was offered by the Rev. David ■? Hughes, of Glyn Neath, whilst Willie George Brvant recited a Psalm. The Rev. D. Teify Davies opened the even- ( ng session, and Mr. Morgan Lewis 1 presided. The choir sang with much fervour the anthem, "Coron Cyfiawnder, ( in memory of the composer, the late Professor David Jenkins. The con- j duct or remarked that in his_ death Wales had lost a true musical genius. His best com positions were religious works. ] Reminiscences of the late composer were ( give* by the Rev. D. Teify Davies, one of his students. Another anthem ex- '.ell' iitlv rendered was "Gostwng, O ] Arglwvdd, Dy Glust (Dr. D. Protheroe). ) The meeting closed with prayer by ] Guardian David Jones. The preparatory conductors were Messrs. Benjamin Thomas (Tenorydd Cynon) and Tom Wil- Hams, whom the conductor heartily 1 congratulated. The accompanists were Misses Mariel Davies, Jennet Davies, Messrs. Tom Richards, L.L.C.M., and Willie Arthur Price. The chairman of the committee is Mr. William Jones; < treasurer, Guardian David Jones; secre- rary. Mr. M. J. Rees. The meetings were largely attended, and the typical Welsh hwyl was largely in evidence. I,

CWMOARE. FORD'S in Stock with Sheen, Aberdare. FOR THE BEST selection of Garden Seeds, go to Emrys Evans', M.P.S., Aberdare. Only first prize seeds stocked. We are THE FORD DEALERS AND EXPERTS for the District—Parker Bros. ELIM (CONG.). The annual preach- ing services were held on Easter Day and Monday. The special preachers were the Revs. D. Silyn Evans, Siloa, Aberdare, and D. Adams, B.A., Liver- pool. Large congregations attended.

ROBERTSTOWN. j FORD'S in Stock with Sheen, Aberdare. IF YOU WANT good Garden Seeds, try Emrys Evans', Aberdare. He stocks first prize seeds only. Personal attention. j ST. JOHN'S. At this church on Sunday morning \Easter Day) there was a celebration of the Holy Communion at 8.30. The Rov. Victor Hughes, B.A officiated. A children's service was held in the afternoon, condacted by Mr. W. H. Templemj.n. At the evening service Mr.. A. Ivett, missioper, officiated and preached. Mr Davies was the organist.

ABERAMAN. We are THE FORD DEALERS AND ) í EXPERTS for the District—Parker Bros. MARRIAGE. At St. Margaret's ] Church on Tuesday morning a very prettv wedding was solemnised by the Rev. Joseph Morgan, Vicar. The con- ( tracting parties were Mr. Frank Burrows, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Burrows, 13 Wvndham Crescent, and Miss Blod- I wen Lewis, daughter of Mrs. Williams, 206 Cardiff Road. The bride, who wore a white dress with hat to match, was given away by her uncle, Mr. Charles Prestwood. The bridesmaids were Misses I Nellie Lewis and Violet Lewis, sisters of the bride. The best man was Mr. William Henry Burrows, brother of the bridegroom. Afterwards the bridal party repaired to the bride's home, where a sumptuous repast was partaken of. Later in the day the wedded pair left.. for Leckwith to spend the honeymoon. I WEDDING. On Sunday morning last at the English Wesleyan Church, Aberdare, a very pretty wedding took place, the parties being Miss Elizabeth Ann Finn, eldest daughter of Mr. Wil- liam Finn, 21 Mount Hill Street, and Mr. Alec Vater, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Vater, 23 Hill Street. The Rev. H. Barraclough performed the cere- mony. The bride, who wore a grey costume with a black hat, was given away by her father. She was attended by her sister, Miss Sarah Jane Finn, and was attired in a grey costume with a. black hat. The best man was Mr.

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CWMAMAN.* FORD'S in Stock with Sheen, Aberdare. PULPIT. — On Sunday last the pulpit | of Soar (C.M.) Church was occupied by the. Rev. Daniel Davies, Nazareth, Pentre. We are THE FORD DEALERS AND -5 EXPERTS for the District—Parker Bros. r, SERVICES. The yearly preaching services of Seion (B.) Church were held on Saturday evening, Sunday and Monday last. The officiating ministers ] were the Revs. J. Jenkins (Gwili) and < T. J. Jones, Einon, Cardiff. The pre- centor was Mr. W. Clay Jenkins, L.T.S.C' while Mr. Austin H. John, now of Swansea, presided at the organ. SEPTUAGENARIAN'S DEATH. On Good Friday morning the death took place of Mrs. Anne Roberts, widow of the late Mr. David Roberts, "residing with her nephew and niece at 2 Spencer Street. Deceased, who was in her 77th year, passed away very suddenly. She had lived in the place for 35 years. She was one of the oldest members of Seion Baptist Church. She was an aunt to the late Rev. T. M. Rees, late Baptist minister at Holyhead and Barry Dock. INTERMENT. The funeral of Alice Maud Edgecombe, the seven-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Edge- combe, Fforchaman Road, took place at the Aberdare Cemetery on Thursday. The Eev. I. J. Williams, M.A., officiated. The chief mourners were: First coach, Father, mother, Florrie and Sidney, sister and brother; Mr. and Mrs. Overd, uncle and aunt; Mrs. Pugh and Mrs. Raison; 2nd coach, Mrs. Thorne, Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Smith, and Mr. Joseph Crewe. Messrs. Thomas and William Herrings, Arthur and George Weaver, cousins, acted as bearers. ST. JOSEPH'S CHURCH. On Good. Friday morning Holy Communion was celebrated at 8 a.m. From 12 noon to 3 p.m. a "Three Hours'" service was I held, the preacher being the Vicar, the Rev. I. J. Williams, M.A. In the evening a cantata, entitled "Is it noth- ing to you?" was splendidly rendered by the Choir. An introduction solo, "Vesper Hymn," was sung by Mr. John Argust. The hymns and choruses were rendered with good expression and sweetness of tone. Mr. R. Renfrey took the tenor solos, the concluding solo, "But the Lord is mindful of His Own," was sung by Mr. W. J. Allen. The ser- vice was taken by the Vicar, who also I made a few remarks upon the words of the cantata. Easter Day was celebrated as follows:—7.30 and 10 a.m., celebrations of Holy Communion; 11.15 a.m., English Choral to Adlam in F.; 5 p.m., Welsh j Evensong and sermon; 6 p.m., English Evensong and sermon. "Magnificat" I and "Nunc Dimittia were chanted. The anthem, "I will praise the name of God (Simper) was sung by the choir. The Vicar officiated and preached at all the services.

Sports at Aberdare. Trotting events were run off at the Ynys Field, Aberdare, on Tuesday. The results were One-and-a-Half Mile Trotting. 1st, J. Simons, Pengam, Little Nell"; 2nd, T. Williams, Aberdare, Schoolgirl 3rd, H. Jones, Glan- aman, It AmR8 BQY." One-and-a-Half Mile Galloway. A. Pearce, Blaenavon, It Let Fly." One Mile Galloway. 1st, W. Evans, Saron, "J ohnnv "Talker" (subsequently disqualifiea) 2nd, A. Pearce, Let Fly 3rd, C. Powis, Abertillery, Kruger." One Mile Trotting.-lst, C. Wil- liams, Treforest, Crank 2nd. C. Jones, Pontardawe, "Taffy"; 3rd. H. Jones, Aman Boy." One Mile Open Galloway.—1st. D. Rosser, Abertillery, "Fairy Land" 2nd, D. Kaler, Aberdare, Butcher Boy" 3rd, C. Powis, Kruger." One Mile Open Trotting.—1st, T. Williams, Schoolgirl .2nd, T. Williams, "Silk Twist"; 3rd, J. Simons, Little Nell."

Councillor G. H. Hall. J.P., Penrhiwceiber. Mr. G. il. Hall was elected Chairman of the Mountain Ash D:strict C'outkm! on Tuesday. He has already been through the chairs of the Education Committee. Born at Penrhiwoeiber 34 years tigo the new Council Chairman commenced working underground at Penrhiwceiber Colliery when he was 12 years of age and continued until 1911, when he was appointed check- weigher out of 13 candidates. The Penrhiwceiber Colliery is in the Rhon- dda No, 1 District or the Miners' Feder- ation, and Mr. Hall has acted more or less as miners' agent for his colliery for the last 8 or 9 years. He is treas- urer of his Lodee; trustee of the Pell- rhiwceiber Workmen's Hall, and has been for 10 years; chairman of the local Prince of Wales Fund Committee and Belgian Relief Committee at Penrhiw- ceiber; representative of the Council on the University College, Cardiff; member of the Mountain Ash Tribunal, and last year was the chairman of the Merthyr Boroughs Labour Hepresenta- tion Committee. He was the first Labour in6mber to be elected for Pen- rhiwceiber Ward on any public body, and he is the first Labour member for that Ward to be elected chairman of the Council. Mr. Hall was first elected on the Council in 1908. In 1911 ant4 1914 he was returned unopposed. He is married and has one child. Hif mother also resides at Penrhiwceiber.

William John Finn, brother of the bride. There were also present: -Father of the bridegroom; Mr. and Mrs. Jess Vater, brother of bridegroom; Mr. and Mrs. William Badham, sister of the bride. An excellent repast was partaken of at the bride's home. In addition to the afore-mentioned the appended were present:—Mr. and Mrs. Morgan, sister of the bridegroom; Misses Carrie and Lal Vater, sisters; Misses Margaret King and A. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. J. Finn, Tom Finn, Misses Cassie, Annie and Maggie Finn, Mr. Arkwright, Mr. Jenkins, Mr. Davies, Mr. W. Wheel, Mr. William Bowden, Mrs. Bowden, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Grinnell. WEDDING BELLS. On Easter Monday morning at Trinity Church, Aberdare, a very pretty wedding took place between Miss Maggie Rees, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Rees, Clifton Crescent, and Mr. William Evans, only son of Mr. William Evans, Cwmdare. Th Rev. J. Lewis Jenkins performed the ceremony. The bride wore a white serge dress trimmed with military braid and a cream hat under- lined with pink silk. She was given away by her father. The bridesmaids were Misses Evans and Luke, who were attired in pale blue eoline dresses with hat to match. The best man was Mr. Evan DavitGlyn Neath. There were also present Private David Davies, S.W.B., Private Evan Charles Rees, 18th Welsh, brother of the bride; father of the bridegroom, and Mr. Luke, Cwm- dare. At the breakfast at the bride's parents' home the appended were also present: —Mother of the bride; mother of bridegroom; Mrs. Davies, Jack Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Phillips, Mrs. Rogers, Mrs. Thomas, Ed. Thomas, and Thomas Evans. FUNERAL. The interment of the late Mrs. Mary Hopkins, wife of Mr. Hopkill Hopkins, Picton inn, took place on Thursday at Llethrcidu Cemetery, Trealaw, whither tlie body was conveyed by road. The officiating ministers were the Revs. T. Lloyd Rees, Gwawr; B. Howells, Abercynon; H. P. Jenkins, Saron; W. S. Jones, and J. Evans, UWYJlypia. The mourners were: First coach, Husband; Mrs. Griffiths, Mrs. Reynolds, daughters; Mrs. Davies and Mrs. Phillips, sisters; 2nd coach, Messrs. Henry Samuel and William Samuel, Thomas Thomas, brother; William Phillips, brother-in-law; Thos. Thomas, nephew; David J. Griffiths, son-in-law; 3rd coach, Mrs. Henry Samuel, Mrs. William Samuel, and Mrs. Samuel, daughters-in-law; M. A. Samuel, grand-daughter; Mrs. Williams, daugh- ter; Mrs. Lewis, grand-daughter; 4th coach, Mrs. Gidgey, Mrs. Thomas, sisters-in-law; Mrs. Harries, Mrs. Rich- ards, Mrs. Howell, and Miss Harris, laeces; 5th coach, Messrs. William Hopkins, son; T. J. Hopkins, D. J. Thomas, Richard Thomas, and Thomas Thomaf, nephews; William Rogers, cousin; 6th coach, Mrs. Davies, Aber- cynon; Mrs. Hammond, Miss Samuel, grand-daughter, and John Hughes, cousin; 7th coach, Mrs. Rogers, cousin; Mrs. Davies, niece; Mrs. Richards, Mr. Watkins, cousin; Mr. William Thomas, Clydach Vale; 8th coach, Mr. Lewis Griffiths, Mrs. Griffiths, Clydach Vale; Mrs. Williams, Katie Williams, and Mary J. Samuel, grand-daughters; 9th coach, Messrs. A. L. Morgan, Ed. How- ells, John Williams, T. Parfitt, Shadrach Williams, son-in-law; 10th coach, Hop- kin Williams, grandson; William Thos. Williams, Richard Hopkins, son; David Thomas, John Hopkins, Gwen Thomas, 71 onh awq CONCERT. — A first-class concert was given at the Aberaman Hall on Sunday night by the Aberaman Institute Choir. There was a. large audience, and Coun- cillor Evan Jones presided. The chair- man stated that the choir, directly and indirectly, had been the means of rais- ing upwards of J8150 towards the different war funds. The choir was fortunate in securing, the services of Mr. Herbert Teale, the celebrated English dramatic j tenor, and Mr. David Brazell, the famous Welsh baritone. The former quickly I, established himself a favourite with the audience with a fine rendering of "Sound an Alarm, and he had to respond to an encore. His second song, "Eleanore (.Coleridge Taylor) was beautifully ren- dered, and he was again recalled. Mr. David Brazell gave a spirited and dramatic rendering of "The Blue Dragoons" (Russell) and "Big Steamers" (German), and he gave a Walsh song as an encore. The soprano, Miss M. A. Barrey, and the contralto, Miss A. M. Phillips, Cwmaman, both members of the choir, acquitted themselves credit- ably, and had to respond to encores. The choir, under the conductorship of Mr. Edward Lewis, L.T.S.C., Cwmaman, rendered the test piece at the Mountain Ash Eisteddfod. The following is the programme: Song, "The Blue Dragoons," Mr. David Brazell. Song, Sing, Sweet Bird," Miss M. A. Barrey. Solo, "Sound an Alarm," Mr. Herbert Teale. Song, "Easter Hymn," Miss A. M. Phillips. Duet, "Be mine and the delight," Messrs. Teale and Brazell. I Chorus, a Lord, Thou alone art God," Choir. Song, "I will extol Thee," Miss liarrey. Chorus, "See what love hath the Father," the Choir. Song, "Big Steamers/' Mr. Brazell. Song, Near- j er, my God, to Thee," Miss Phillips. Song, "Eleanore," Mr. Teale. Quartette, "The sea. hath its pearls," Misses Barrey and Phillips and Messrs. Teale and Brazell. Chorus (test piece), "We never will bow down," the Choir. Miss Gwladys Jones, L.L.C.M., accompanied throughout.