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Ystrad. We heartily congratulate Mr T. J. ltoyall and Mr Tom Stephens' Choir, Ystrad Rhondda, upon their success at the eisteddfod, on Monday, at Pentre. Mr Royall, was not only successful in gaining two solo prizes, bat also took the chief a.nd only prize offered for choral competition. The adjudicator highly complimented them upon their excellent rendering. Mr Royall's party also came second in the nlale voice competition. A REVOLUTION IS THE MANUFACTURE OF NON- AICOHOMC DRINKS'— An explanation of the above sentence wil! be found in a bottle of Welsh Hills" Lemonade. "Welsh Hills" Hop Bitters, "Welsh Hills Winter Warmth, Welsh HiMs" Stone Ginger, or any of the" Welsh Hills" Aerated Waters, Fruit Cordials or Fruit Wines. The e-YTIanatioli will not at first be visible to the eye, but will be found on the palate after every bottle, and later on will appear to the eye in the "improved Health and Spirits of the Consumer, as nothing but absolutely Pure Materials are used in the Manufacture of these Drinks. THOMAS XSD EVANS. "Welsh Hills Warks, Porth. 3943 At the Ystrad Police Court on Monday—be- fore Mr T. P. Jenkins and other magistrates— a haulier named William Manuel was charged with neglecting to us a the necessary number of sprags, thereby committing- a breach of the special rules. Mr J. Phillips conducted the pro- secution on behalf of the Ocean Company. It appears that the defendant was employed as a haulier at the Maerdy Colliery, Ton, and on the night of the 18th ult., defendant was taking a journey 01 three trams down an inelme in the collierv, there being a gradienb of four inches to the' yard. Defendant did not spraO' the first or second tram, hilt placed two sprags in one side of the last tram .However, in descending the incline the horse endeavoured to hold back and in doing so broke the Jia,^ portion of which penetrated into the fleshy P^rj of the thigh. A wound four inches long and 45 inches deep bad been caused, and the horse. had been tmable to work since, and woull not be able to work for another week or 80. Evidence to the a.bove effect was given by Messrs Richard Evans, fireman; T. Edwards, manager, and J. Evans, veterinary surgeon. The defendant said that he had taken five journeys previously that- night, and had used only two sprags on ei;tcb occasion A fine of £ 1 was impose!. 1

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Pentre. At the Drill Hall, Pentre, on Thursday, Fri. day, and Saturday evenings, Miss Inez Howards. Company performed "Queen's Evidence" to large audiences. ELECTRIC TKA is specially blended for the water of this district—Is 8d, 2s, and 2s 4d per lb. 2873 This week Mr W. T. Lee is delivering his popular lectures at Hebron Chapel, Ton. This renowned lecturer will doubtless attract large audiences. Rainbow Soop, 2d. per tablet (presents of jewellery to each purchaser)-LEWIS BROS., Taff street. 3770 On Wednesday afternoon last Mr David Da- ives, butcher, better known as "Cwmdare," passed away. Deceased had for a considerable time suffered from dropsy, which ultimately proved fatal. He was well-known and highly respected in the neighbourhood. On Monday last the funeral took place at Treorky Cemetery. when a large number paid the last tribute of respect to the departed. Dr Probert, pastor of Siloh, Pentre, officiated at the house and by the graveside. Much sympathy is felt for tie family in their sad bereavement. CELEBRATE the "Diamond Jubilee" by trying ELECTRIC TEA-in lead packets at Is 8d, 2s, and 2s 4d per lb. 2873

Clydach Vale. At the Ystrad Police Court on Monday,. Wm. Rees and Fred Derriah, two youths about 17, from Blaenolydach, were charged with stealing 38 9d., the property of -rs Ellen Davies, of the refreshment rooms, Blaenclydach, on the 25th ult. They were further charged with steal- ing 10s from the same place on another date. Also they and another youth named Thomas John Jones, from the same place, were charged with stealing 96 from the club room at these refreshment rooms. Thomas John Jones and Daniel Rees was further charged with stealing 10s from Mrs Davies on another date. Evi- dence as to the money being missed, etc., was given by -rs Davies, and others. P.C. Davies arrested prisoners, who pleaded guilty. Daniel Rees, against whom there was but one charge, was fined 20s; Thomas John Jones, who was indicted on two charges, was sent to gaol for four days, while William Rees and and Derrick were sent to prison for seven days on each of the three charges, the sentences to run concur- rently. Delicious Pork Pies (Wardjs), as supplied to Her Majesty, at LEWIS BROS. 3770

Aber. A very successful and edifying eisteddfod was held at Adulam Congregational Chapel on Tuesday (St. David's Day). There was a crowded attendance, and the competitions were well con- tested. The adjudicators were Music, Mr Titus Llewellyn, Lisvane. and Mr Moses Evans, Nantgarw; literature, Rev D. Jones, curate. The Rev T. Tawelfryn Thomas, Groerwen,made an excellent conductor, whilst the examination of prize bags was entrusted to Mrs E. Thomas, Aber i.,aw-r House. Miss Maggie Thomas made an efficient accompanist. The proceedings com- menced with a capital song by Miss Jones, Seng- henydd, after which the programme was pro- ceeded with: "I am now a child of God." first prize, Miss Minnie Lewis, Senghenydd; second, Miss Sarah Price, Aber. Solo,"Flee as a Bird," Miss Cosslett, Pontypridd; prize bag. Miss Louisa Fletcher. Groeswen; penmanship, Mr T. E. Davies, Senghenydd; tenor solo, Mr W. M. Jones, Senghenydd; Mr D. Pritchard, also of Senghenydd, was deemed the best reciter; solo, "Tros y Gareg," Miss Jones, Senghenydd; im- promptu speech, Mr William Evans, Senghen- ydd; bass solo, "Gwlad yr Hen Geninen Werdd,' Mr T. Wi-ley, Senghenydd. Perhaps the most amusing item on the programme was the prize for the best two verses to the "Milkman."Eleven papers were read, and, as the conditions dis- allowed a previous winner of 2s 6d to compete, some of the compositions were unusually humor- ous in their character, and side-splittip- laugh- ter was occasioned. Mr Idris Perkins, Seng- henydd. proved himself the best poet, the second prize going to Mr Gwilym Cosslett, Caerphilly. Messrs W. and J. Edwards, Groeswen, were considered the best duettists, and Mr Wm. Evans, Senghenydd, was awarded the prize for reading at first sight. But one choir entered the lists for choral singing—the Methodist Philhar- monic Society, conducted by Mr John Morgan. The adjudicators declared them well worthy of the prize ,and Mr Morgan was invested accord- ingly. The affair proved highly successful. Much of the success is due to the assiduous efforts of Miss Lily Brace, as ban. secretary, and Miss E. M. Miles as treasurer. The proceeds go towards the clearance of an existing debt from an eisteddfod which was attended with misfortune a few years ago. Encouraged by this success, we learn that the committee have ar- ranged another treat, in the form of an eistedd- fod to take place in two months' time, and a most interestitig programme is in course of com- pilation. All Connoisseurs with this fact agree, [2348 Harris, of the Central Stores, for splendid tea.

Senghenydd. A very pretty wedding took place at Eglwys- ilan Parish Church on Wednesday, the contract- ing parties being Mr Morgan Williams, grocer, Senghenydd, and Miss Jennett Morgan, Ffynon- rhingyllt Farm, second daughter of the late Mrs Morgan, Railway Bar, Treherbert. The vicar, Rev H. Morgan, officiated. The bride was "iven away by he' brother, Mr Evan Morgan, Gelli- galed Hotel, Ystrad. In the afternoon Mr and Mrs Williams left for London, there to spend the honeymoon. There was a long list of choice wedding gifts. Deep regret continues to be expressed in the locality at the untimely death of Mr Henry Wil- liams builder and contractor, Senghenydd,which occurred on Monday, the 28th ult. It appears from the evidence given at the inquest held at the Universal Hotel on Thursday that deceased, who was about to jenrney to Taff's Well in sup- port of the candidature of Mr Edwards. Nelson, for the County Council, went to assist one of his employees to undermine an overhanging em- bankment at a quarry in close proximity to his house. Although warned by several witnesses, deceased persisted in his dangerous efforts with the result that without any warning the whole collapsed, and. falling upon him, almost buried him from sight A large stone immediately fol- lowed, causing a compound fracture of the skull. Dr James, who had been formally summoned, pronounced life extinct. The corpse was then conveyed to the Universal Hotel to await the inquest, at which the jury returned a verdict of "Accidental Death." Deceased, besides occupy- ing a house at Senghenydd, where he has erected a reat manv buildings, made his home at Aber- dare. whither he returned weekly. Following the inquest the body was removed to Aberdare for burial. On Friday, the funeral took place, the coffin being adorned by many handsome wreaths, one of which, supplied by his employees j^^ydd, was of exquisite beauty. The mortal remains were interred at the Cemetery, Aberdare, there being present a great concourse of relatives and friends. The sad event has cast quite a gloom over Senghenydd and neigh- bourhco'l, Mr vyilli&ins has lately olorely identified ninise- ^th the ratepayers bv his vigorous criticism of the Caerphillv District Council, for .'fr Williams was a strong candidate for the vacancy caused by the retire- ment of Mr Edward Thomas, Aber Fawr fiouse, Aber. Supporters and opponents alike testify to fcif; excellent r¡u1I,li'M and all extend their heartfelt sympathy with the family in their very sad bereavement.

T airs Well. In January last a. branch was opened at the Long Room of the Castle Arms in connection with Ainon, Tongwynlais, and Salem,, Gwaelod- gyarth. Lasjb Sunday special services where held to form the church, when the following gentle- men were called to officiate on the occasion. Rev T. T. Jones, Salem, Cardiff; T. Davies, Libanus, Treforest; R. A. James, and J. E. Dennis, Tongwynlais. Great credit is due to the landlord of the Castle for giving the room free of charge. The little cause at Taff's Well is very promising. Go to T. Harris for butter and cheese, The stock that he keeps, every palate will please. Central Stores, Taff street. 2348

Taff's Well On Saturday evening a highly sucoessful eis- teddfod was held at Taff's Well Board School, under the auspices of the Nantgarw Congrega- tional Church. There was a very large attend- ance. The president for the evening was Mr Eli Jenkins, Glanyllyn, while the Rev C. T. Thomas Groeswen, conducted wilh his usual tact and ability. The adjudicators in music were Messrs Dan Davies, A.C., Groeswen, and Henry Jen- kins, Glanyllyn; literature, Messrs T. Price, Hawthorn Schools, and J. Thomas (Elianydd). Tafrs Well, all of whom gave the utmost satia- faction. Master Johnny Jenkins, Glanyllyn, very ably accompanied. After a short address by the president, the programme was gone through in the following order: Opening song, Mr Stephen Davies, Groeswen; solo for children, "Rifted Rock," Miss K. Thomas, Treforest, who also carried off the prize for the recitation for children under 15; soprano solo, "Holy City," Miss Thomas, Treforest; englyn, "Y Wiwer," Canadian, Pontypridd.; tenor solo, "Gwlad y Delyn," Mr William Davies, Gwaelod-y-Garth; best love letter, Mr Aneurin Thomas, Treforest; duet, "Martial Spirit," Messrs William Davies, Gwaelodygarth, and John Thomas, Pentyreh; baritone solo. Mr William Edwards, Groeswen; recitation. "Charge of the Light Brigade," Mr D. Watkin, Tynewydd, Pentyrch; Messrs M. George, Gwaelodygarth and J. Perkins, Seng- henydd, divided the prize for the impromptu speech; "Sandon," for parties of eight; Mr Wm. Davies' party, Gwaelodygarth. The chief test was "Comrades in Arms," for parties of not less than 20, and brought out four parties, who sang in the following order: Llantwit Vardre, conductor. Mr E. Thomas; Llandaff Yard, con- ductor, Mr Thackwell Cardiff Tabernacle Choii conductor. Mr T. Price; and Gwaelodygarth,con- ductor, Mr William Williams. After a detailed adjudication, the prize was awarded to the first party. The secretarial duties were verr ably fulfilled by Mr Edmund Thomas, Nantgarw. The Central Stores, in Taff Street, Pontypridd, For Groceries and Provisions take e lead! 2348

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l To be detached.] "GLAMORGAN FREE PRESS" FOOTBALL COUPON. Fixtures for Saturday, March 19th, 1898. Competitions must reach this office not later than Thursday, March 17th, 1808. Strike out losing Club. Far a j « draw strike out neither, but give eg a a the points, if any. go (2 Llwynypia v. Treorky. I Mountain Ash v. Plymouth. ) Poatypridd v. Aberavon I Peaygraig v. Morriston I Name Address r'gfli

NOTICE TO SECRETARIES. Reports of all matches played on Saturday must reach us by Tuesday. Those played during the week, on the morning following the day of match. Only those who adhere to this rule will be inserted. Address FREE PBBSS Office, Taff Street, Pontypridd. We would request secretaries of clubs to forward at their earliest convenience their fixture cards for our guidance.

The World of Pastime. — « By "The Sporting Scribe." Ma. TOM BEVAN, 15, Oak Street, Clydach Vale, wins the Consolation Prize of 53 this week. Pontypridd on Saturday easily accounted for Brecon, defeating them by no loss than two goals and four tries to one try, after a fairly interesting game. From start to finish Brecon had considerably the worse of the argument, their solitary try having been practically given them through bad play on the part of the home backs. The home forwards, with whom P.C. Roes made a welcome re-appearance after a long absence), easily accounted for the opposing for- wards, and thereafter the way was easy. Roberts, behind the scrum, played a magnifi- oent game, continually making openings with fine tricky runs, and passing to his three-quar- ters at the right moment. Alun Morgan and Llew Morgan turned out for the homesters,the former playing a really good game, and passing unselfishly. Llew. Morgan, however, seemed to be out of his element at three-quarter, and several times mulled the ball both in receiving and takmg his passes. Wayne Morgan's play shewed a considerable improvement over that of the previous Saturday, and he burst over with three tries, for which Roberts was mainly in- strumental. Provided Wayne keeps up to this present form, nothing can be urged against him. At back, Warlow, was, as usual, as safe as a house, and several times effected brilliant saves at critical junctures. Roberts, at half, as before mentioned, got through his work ad- mirably, but Doran was not the Doran who played against Mountain Ash. The forwards hewed out the ball better and cleaner than, possibly, they have ever done, thus giving their backs ample opportunity to score, opportunities which they aviled themselves of. P.C. Rees' dis- play was a fine one,and certainly he has a claim to consideration for interntionaal honours. Me- Kenzie and J. W. J. too, gave good exposi- tions of the forward game, and were well sup- ported by the rest of the pack. The return encounter between Penygraig and Neath teams was played on Saturday on the Belle Vue Grounds before a larce crowd and in fine football weather, although the ground was not by any means in a good condition. Neither team was fully represented, Percy Bush, Don MsGregor, and White being the most noticeable absentees in the homesters' ranks, while Steer and Brailey were the ohief missing players from the Black brigade. Mr Benson. Abercarne. had charge of the whistle. The visitors proved vic- torious by three tries to nil. Taken all through it was a very interesting game. several bits of smart play being witnessed during the game. Several bouts of passing were also brought off by both teams, but taken on the whole the visitors were the superiors in this respect. During the first moiety of the game, it was a forward tussle, in which the home eight had quite as much, if not more, than their oppo- nents. Soon after the kick off the homesters assumed the aggressive, but the homsters retalia- ted ,and right through the first half the ball was rushed from one end to another. The home pack seemed to ot the ball out better than their opponents, but the backs did not seem to avail themselves of the opportu- nitiee afforded them. While the visitors, al- though not playing such a game as they have been seen to play this season, got the ball to their backs, and invariably gained good ground. Several bouts of passing by them were spoiled by the nimbleness of the home backs, who con- tinually intercepted and saved at critical junc- tures. After the re-start the visitors got awav. and for the greater portion of the second half, they penned their opponents. The forwards mcked better and got the ball out oftener, and it was simply raid after raid upon the home citadel, but the homesters kept them out fairly weH. One unfortunate incident occurred during the match. It appeared that one of the Neath men had scored, and the referee gave his decision as a try. But on being appealed to by the Peny- graig linesman, he altered his decision. This, of course, gained the approval of the rowd, but it is questionable whether the ri¡:; hi policy was adopted. The affair happened on the side fur- ther from the Press-box and, therefore, could not be seen plainly by the reporters. The game then proceeded, and Ne^.th scored. Be- fore the end the homesters got up to Neath's territory, and remained thert until the call of time. The best team undoubtedly v,ov. T.i the first half there was nothing to choose stween the packs, but the halves and three-qur. ters of the home team were decidedly inferior to the visiting lot. At back matters were oqual. Tom Jones the home back, was not in hi" happiest mood, and has been seen to better advantage. Rey- nolds, who nlaved as substitute in the Neath goal, played splendidly. Will Jones and Joe Davies were the pick of the Neacn quartette, although Morris closely followed them. Hanford did not shine at three quarter, as be does at half. Powell was the cle- verest half on the field. and played a champion game. Hopkins made no mistakes, and has been seen to greater advantage. Sam Da- vies and Evans were tho pick of the forwards.

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Portly- Mr David Jones. Ystrad, organist of St. Peter's Church, and organist to the Rhondda Glee Society, has been appointed, pro. tem., music teacher at the Rhondda County School. Delicious Pork Fiea (Ward's), as supplied to Her Majesty, at LEWIS BROS. 3770 Between Friday night and Saturday morning last a burglary was perpetrated at the shops of Mr J. Isaacs, pawnbroker, Hannah-street, Porth A great number of articles were stolen, consisting of clothing and jewelry amounting to about L180. The miscreants are unknown. Choicest English Baco*—LEWIS BROS., Tafi street. 3770 We are pleased to see that Mr Rhys Evans, conductor of the Porth and Cymmer Male Voice Party, is a-^ain about, after hav-in- been laid up for some time with an atiacn. of influenza. The illness of their leader placed the party in an awk- ward position on account of their intention to compete at coming eisbeddfodau, but now, un- doubtedly. they will again make a good mark in the eisteddfodio arena. Finest Hereford Geese and Turkeys at LRWIIt BROS. ?770 On Monday evening a very successful com- petitive meeting was held at Salem Chapel, Porth. The president was Mr J. H. Thomas, Porth ,and conductor Mr J. H. Morgan, Co- operative Stores. Porth. In the absence of Mr D. W. Thomas. Hopkinstown. the duties of musioal adjudicator were fulfilled by Mr Wil- liam James (Bos Morganwg). Porth, and the literary adjudicator was Mr David Williams, Pontypridd. The piano was presided at by Mrs It. Bevan, Porth. The following were the suc- cessful candidates in the various competitions: Choral competition. Ty fy Nhad," only one choir competed, viz., The Klondyke Minstrels," Porth, conducted by Mr Phillip Jones, to whom a silver medal was awarded; duet, "Larboard Watch," Messrs Dewi E. Davies, and Thomas Abraham, Cymmer; baritone solo. "Cwymp Llewellyn," Mr Dewi E. Davies. Cymmer; tenor solo. "Wyt ti'n oofio'r Hoer yn codi," Mr David Haman, Porth: soprano solo, "Dyffryn Llwyd," prize divided between Miss Mary Jane Davies, Tvlorstown, and Miss Martha Rogers, Cymmer; alto solo, "Hawdd yw oanu," Master J. Kemp, Ynvshir; Welsh essay, "Translation of the Bible into the Welsh "language," Mr David Da- vies, Ferndale; three Welsh verses unon "Bap- tism Mr Phillip Rees (Garnfryn), Tylorstown; Tecitation, "Arwerthiant y Caethwaa" (Selling of the Slave"). Miss Edith Davies, Cymmer; recitation, "Aberthiad Isaac," Miss Edith Da- vies, Cvmmer; reading, Mr Evan James, North road. Forth; best love-letter, Mr Rhys Evans, A.C.. Porth. During the evening, Mr Herbert Morgan ,of Porth, who is now a student at the Baptist College, Cardiff, was presented by Mr Ebenezer Rees, on behalf of the church ,with a purse of gold, which oontained the sum of JS23 15s 6d. Mr Thomas Llewelyn, on behalf of the Sunday School Class, also presented him with Dr Bruoe's "Training of the Twelve." and Dr Gordon's "Holy Spirit," and a fountain pen. Christmas Fruit in (treat variety—LEWIS B nos., Taff street. 3770

Abercynon. On Mabon's Day an eisteddfod in connection with Bethania Welsh Congregational Church was held at the Board Schools. The inclement weather doubtless militated against the attend- anc-a considerably, but nevertheless the number who paid for admission warrants the belief that no deficit will be experienced. The one held on the previous Mabon's Day resulted in a net pro- fit of 945. The chairman was Mr W. Williams (in the absence of Dr A. J. Griffiths), while the conductor was the Rev J. F. Williams. The secretarial duties devolved on the capable should- ers of Mr R. L. Powell, photographer, and the treasurer was Mr Llew Harris, grocer. Alaw Cynon Pontypridd, was the adjudicator, and the accompanist, Miss Garnet, Cilfynvdd. The following were the awards: Bass solo. Mr Row- land Jones, Porth; alto solo. Master David Evans, Cilfynydd; soprano solo*, divided between Misses Carah Davies and Mary Ann Dyer, Cilfyn- ydd; duet, Mr W. Powell and friend tenor solo, divided between -r W. Powell, Aber- cynon, and Mr E. Fraacis, Cilfynydd; piano- forte, divided between Misses Gwen Meredith and Gwen Edwards. Ymysybwl; hymn, "Crugy- bar." for men over 40 years of e, prize divided between Messrs Evan Hvans, Ynysybwl, and D. Evans, Ynysybwi; mpte voice competition, Abercynon (Mr R. L. Jones). An interesting feature qof the proceedings was the presentation c to Mr George Jones, Yftysybwl, of an oil-paint- ing of himself given by Mr Powell, photographer, at the last eisteddfod held there a month ago. All Connoiseurs with tkis fact agree, Harris, of the Central Stores, for splendid tea. 2349