Glamorgan Free Press

OUR congratulations to the Rev. W. I. Morris upon his accession to the vice- presidentship of the Welsh Baptist Union. To receive such a signal distinction, and at his age, from his conferes in the Baptist sphere, min- isterial and lay, reflects a career of great industry, fidelity, and efficiency in the secretarial department of the Union. In the Rhondda we have long ago learnt the inestimable value of his services to every movement making for a better social life among j the people. As a temperance advocate and exemplar of its principles he has been a pioneer. He held up the purity of the principle when such was not so popular as to-day among the fathers of the denomination. In this phase of reflecting life there has been brought about a most wholesome change in the traditions of his denomination. He has been one of its apostles, and rightly, we think, is the honour conferred upon one who has contributed so eloquently by precept, example, and voice, to the change. He has worked for the Rhondda in every aspiration of betterment striven for the people. In education, he stands the Dr. Clifford of the Rhondda. He has unswervingly gone for the best in the schools in equipment and in- telligence. From the early days of the seventies, when he laboured as correspondent for the Treorkie Colliery Schools, he has kept a firm grip, though affectionate, for Educational progress. The Religious Moral In- struction in the Board Schools of the Rhondda owe their realization to the rev. gentleman. Some have cavilled at the compromise of the scheme, and have condemned it because Nonconformist logic was irreconcilably impossible with the teaching of the Bible in State controlled and governed schools. The result for Mr Morris has been many a stormy gale in the Gymanfa, and Cwrdd Chwarter, but un- shaken he has stood it aH. Nothing proves his brave courage better than the running of the blockade of i ossible £ obloquy of friends and confer ° the same family and creed. rhis courage he has retained. If well that ends well" says ShesPeare' and we say "aye," too, whf we find that the Rhondda heromany struggles has climbed a ]-der which only sterling industry Lnd ability can ascend.

Pontypridd Munipal Offices- DISCUSSION BY HE DISTRICT co" CIL. At Tuesday's meeth°f the Dis" trict Council—Mr P'°wan m the chajr Mr Jones-Powell forward has motlon' of which notice ha )een given to consider the advisability or otlwise of altering or disposing of the old Local offices in Penuel Square, now occupied ba caretaker. Mr Jones-Pcin the course of his remarks, said: My at,"tion has been called to the old offices of th B°ar<i for some considerable time past, and r,hought it would be a pity for the premises-lch very good premises as these are, suitable )r a respectable tenant—not to be made ur of in a way which would be remunera- tive tole council. I have taken a little trouble in thmatter to go into figures to see what at preset a caretaker costs, and what it costs to tee these offices in something like cleanliness: Sptry, £ 16 5s; coal, JM; gas, £ 3; water, £ 1 11; firewood, £ 1; paying man for carrying coal, a; sundries, £1-a. total of £21 2s. Add to his the rent of the premises, J535 a year, and the total comes to Z62 2s. Then, again, if we look at it in this way, we see what we gain by renting the premises, say at £ 35. Coal, gas anl water cost £ 10 17s, and difference in paying a cleaner, £ 5s; actual gain to the council, £ 49 2s per annum; and that after allowing for payment of a person for cleaning these offices at the rate of 5s a week. I think any person in poor circumstances would be only glad to d.; it for 5s a week. That would be £ 13; so, real] v. by renting those premises we should save about £ ♦9 2s. I think we should consider ftiene things, because rates and taxes are very high and people are grumbling. It costs us at present for our offices JB165 per annum, with repaying piincipal and interest on £ 700, the price of the old Board offices. We are paying four per cent. on that JS700, so that principal and interest come to about £52 a pear; rates and taxes, about £ 5 a year; rent of present premises, £100, and taxes about 918 a year. It costs us altogether about JE165 10s I think that is a very expensive way of carrying on our offices,and I think the time has come when the attention of the council should be called, to see if we cannot bring about a considerable saving. I don't wish particularly to say what we should do with that premises. Mr Rees has prepared plans some time since for enlarg- ing the premises, so that it could be used for eouncil chamber and offices, and also plenty ot room for everybody, and that matter could be gone. into. Again, we may be able to sell the premises. One of the councillors said at the last meeting that the time was inopportune to sell. It may be so. Still, premises situated in the centre of the town would fetch a very con- siderable sum, and I am almost prepared to say we could get our money back for those premises. I think really it is time for us to consider what had better be done. I simply ask the council to consider the matter, and perhaps one or two gentlemen here would talk a few words and re- mark something on the subject. The (chairman understood that Mr Powell did not wish to move anything as to what should b.> done with the premises, but simply desired to call the attention of the Council to the mat- ter. Mr Roberts': Of course, the explanation is very well-known to most of the council. These premises have been "nursed" with a view of see- ing whether they could be made suitable for council purposes. The County Offices question oropped up, and that is why we have delayed. Whether those offices will come here or not is not known, and whether these premises are suitable for converting into publfc offices is a matter of great doubt. For myself, I don't care for the building: it is very angular, and the approach to it is very narrow, and it would be necessary to spend a great deal of money on that spot, covering the whole of it in, before we could get any area there. We would have to cover the whole of it2 and I don't think that would be a very desirable way of erecting a building there. Whether the time is a good one for disposing of it I don't know, I think the oouncil felt, some time ago, it would be well to keep it over for a while. If any one takes it, it would be only on a yearly tenancy,and then we might have difficulty in getting it for converting purposes directly we required it. If there is a Iikeiihood of its changing hands at a fair price, I am not against disposing of it. I would rather myself, see it offered the public by fair tender. If it suits anyone in the town, he would have an opportunity of tendering, and if we get our money out of it, perhaps we should be inclined to dispose of it. The Chairman supported Mr Roberts in saying it had been felt desirable to hold the matter over pending the settlement of the county offices question. Mr Edwards: If Mr Powell will agree to sub- mitting this question to a committee asking them to take such steps as they think fit to dispose of the property, I will second the motion. I don't agree with Mr Roberts or the Chairman in say- ing it is now the intention of the Council to hold these premises pending the decision of the Coun- ty Council. We have already decided that whether the county offices come here or not we will purchase the land in Ynysangharad. Mr Roberts: We were willing if Colonel Lyne substituted ourselves as purchases. No decision was arrived at. Mr Edwards: That doesn't alter the effect of what I have said. I certainly think the time has come when better use could be made of these premises, situated as they are in the centre of the town—use which will bring about seme re- muneration to the public at large. The Chairman remarked that he still held the opinion he had given. Mr Edwards: I donP agree, sir. The Chairman: Then we will agree to differ. Mr Roberts: I would like the matter to be referred to the Public Works Committee. Mr Jones-Powell: I have no objection, because I think it would be within their province. I cer- tainly think the time has oome when we should consider such an unnecessary expense as JE165 10s which our offices are at present costing tie. Mr Hopkin Morgan: Would you join the care- taker of the Free Library in the matter, so that this committee would deal with both cases at the same time ,and see whether we can do with one caretaker The Chairman: That must come before the Library Authority.

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Pontypridd. For Beet and Cheapest Working Boots at Jfe lid, 4s 6d, 4s lid, and 5s lid, go to Davies, FREE PHIM Buildings, 23, Taff street, Pontypridd. 4'ilJV A service was held at the Rocking Stone in connection with Tabernacle Chapel on Sunday evening last. Notwithstanding the threatening weather, about fifteen hundred assembled, and excellent sermons were ably delivered by Mr Humphrey Wiliamsi and the Rev J. R. Jones. The former gentleman, it may be mentioned, although only nineteen years of age, is making rapid progress, and is shortly leaving Pontypridd for a London College. He leaves with the good wishes of his very many friends. FENNELL'S, 12, Market street. Pontypridd (opposite the Post Office). Call and see Fine Display of Fish. The Graig flail, Rickard street, was formally opened on Sunday for public service in connec- tion wih the Presbyterian Forward Movement. the opening sermon being delivered by Mrs John Pugh, Cardiff. There were three services, all of which were well-attended. In the afternoon addresses were given by the Rev John Pugh,Car- diff, and the Rev Thomas Jones, Rhymney,whilst in the evening Mrs Pugh again preached. Miss Maggie Mills gave two solos, which were very appropriately rendered with sweetness and taste. Evening services are being held throughout the week, and the success which attended the epen. ing is looked upon as a happy augury of the future welfare of the cause. DURING THE STBIKE Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa reduced to bd. and 7!d. per tin at W. H. Key's, The People's Chemist, 90, Taff street, Ponty- pridd. 4225 The monthly meeting of the Pontypridd Shop Assistants' branch was held at Coombes' Restau- rant on Tuesday evening, Mr A. W. Walters (president) in the chair. There was a very good attendance. The Chairman referred to the loss the branch had sustained by the removal of Mr G. P. Roberts, the secretary, from the town, and in the course of his remarks highly eelogised the activity and energy which had been dis- played by the ex-secretary. There was no doubt that the success and prosperity which the branch had attained were due to the persevering, ener- getic, and consistent manner in which Mr Ro- berts had carried on his work, and he trusted that what was their loss would be the gain to another branch. Mr Parry also spoke in terms of praise, and stated that he was & comparative stranger in their midst, but during the period that he had been among them, he had found Mr Roberts a most diligent, and straightforward man. He trusted that the enthusiasm which animated their late secretary would take posses- sicfn of a great number of assistants in the town, Other members having spoken as f6 tile good work which had been done for the branch by Mr Roberts, the following resolution was unani- mously passed: "Tbat this meeting deeply De- gret your departure from our midst, and desires to express its cordial and warm thanks for the active interest and unabated energy which you displayed in the fulfillment of your duties as secretary." The meeting then proceeded with the election of a new secretary, and, on the pro- position of Mr D. Davies, seconded by Mr T. Jones, Mr I. Williams (who has acted pro. tem.), was unanimously eleeted to fill the vacancy. The next item on the agenda was an amalgamation scheme. The executive of the N.U.S.A.W. and C., and the United Shop Assistants Union, have had a scheme for amalgamation under considera- tion for a few years, and at a meeting held last month, amicable and satisfactory arrangements were arrived at, subject to the approval of the members of both unions. The branch decided to vote unanimously for the scheme. A literature department was also formed in connection with the branch, Mr J. Rees being appointed secre- Uuj. TLt, frtr Afica visit (the assistant secretary of the Union) was referred to the committee. Miss Bondfield wiH be at Pontypridd on Monday and Thursday, October 17th and 18th. NURSBKY HATR-WASH promotes the growth of the hair and keeps it free from nits, &c. 6d per bottle, or post free 9d.—Key, The People's Chemist, Pontypridd. 4225-2 The Pontypridd Coachbuildisg Company (prize winners for carriages) are now doing and are prepared to undertake the best class of work in the trade; carriage trimmias; a speciality. Showrooms are now open.—Carriage Works, Morgan street, Pontypridd. 4123 "You can see with half an eye" that FRANK TaomAs ("My Hatter,") sells the best 3/9 Hat. 2838 4205 Few dozen pairs of Ladies' and Gent's Tennis Shoes to clear below cost at DAVIES'S, Free Press Buildings, 23, Taff street, Pontypridd. 4284

Hopkinstown. At the ordinary meeting of the Trehafod1 Lodge last Saturday evening, the following re- solution was passed unanimously, viz., "That we convey to the family and relatives of our late brother William Howell, our heartfel sympathy in their bereavement, and beg to express oar appreciation of the zeal and energy displayed by our departed brother on behalf of the Ivor- ites' cause in the district." Mr Howell was one of the oldest Ivorites in the district.

Porth. Very successful half-yearly meetings were held a' Bethlehem Chapel, Porth, on Sunday and Monday last. Eloquent and effective discourses were delivered by the Rev W. Prydderch, Swan- sea, and the Rev P. H. Griffiths, Cross Hands, Llanelly. The meetings were very largely tended.

Llwynypia. The many friends of Mr J. Gale and Mr J. S. Hasteere, of Llwynypia Scools, will be pleased to hear that they have both qualified themselves as teachers of Manual Instruction (Sloyd Sys- tem) at Weymouth last month, under the super- vision of Urie Andren, "the Swedish expert." Mr Hasfeeere took the first year's cowrse, and Mt Gale was the only one successful in the ad- vansed or second year's course.

Clydach Vale. Soar, the Welsh Coagregational Church at the above place, held it annual meetings on Sun- day and Monday, when sermons were delivered by the Rev Mr Rees (Alltwen) and the Rev Ben Davies (Panteg). The chapel, which has aecent- ly been renovated, looked very pretty, and the singing under the leadership of Mr James John (Eos Clydaoh) was really excellent. It should be stated that an orchestra has been recently es- tablished in connection with Soar, composed en- tirely of members of the congregation, anJ they have been successful in getting the services ef that well known Aberdare 'celloist—Mr W. E Thoinaas-a instructor. The way these young instrumentalists acquitted themselves before such large congregations, js worthy of all praise.

Treorky. We are glad to announce that Mr Hugh Wil- liams, of Treorky, has he en elected secretary to the bi-monthly Sunday School Association of the Upper Rhondda District of the Welsh Cal- vimsfcic Methodist in succession to Mr E. Miles, of Pentre, who resigned the position owing to various other duties. Mr Williams, who is a faithful and leading member at Bethlehem,Tre- orky, is cemparatively a young man, possessing unqualified virtues, which befit him for the im- portant position he has just been appointed to, and we anticipate nothing but a successful ful- filment of the duties involved. We are glad to hear that Mr Thomas Davies, pastor of the Bethlehem Welsh Calvmstic Methodist Chapel, Treorky, who has been ser- iously indisposed for some time past, is now much better, and slowly progressing towards convalescence, On Sunday last he conducted the communion service, and we hope that ere long he will be able to resume his usual avoca- tions in full, for we rest assured that his return to the field of labour will be welcomed with re- joicings and thankfulness. Another leading Treorky magnate has also been a victim to a long illness in the person of Mr J. Young Evans, of the London Warehouse, Treorky. A while ago Mr Evans was confined to the house with a severe attack, but recovered sufficiently well to avail himself of a sojourn in the bracing air of Llandrindod, but after his re- turn home a relapse took place, from which he is new rapidly progressing. We trust that he will shortly be enabled to enjoy the privilege of his customary health, and be long spared to live in the bcalfly where, through his benevolence, he has made himself widely known and well liked. The recognition services of the new pastor of Horeb English Baptist Chapel, the Rev W. M. Jones (late of Swansea) were held on Monday last. The interesting occasion attracted a splen- did congregation. In the afternoon divine ser- vice was held, the Rev W. Burwyn Davies, of Sjwansea, delivering an aWe sermon. Tea was afterwards provided by Bbe members of the chapel art the vestry, a large number regaling themselves with the spleadid choice provided, which reflected the greatest credit upon the pro- moters. In the evening a miscellaneous meet- ing of a most enjoyable character was held, under the presidency of the recently ordained pastor. The latter delivered a splenaid opening speech, while the Revs W. Morris, F.R.G.S., Noddfa, J. Symlog Morgan, Ainon; D. C. Jones, Bethel, Cwmpark; E. W. Davies, Heb- ron, Ton; W. G. Morris, Tentre, and J. H. Hughes, Cwmhwrla, delivered very appropriate and interesting adQresses, the Rev Wm. Morris especially being in his element, and having the distinction of being the oldest preacher in point of time of residence in the locality, quoted many interesting reminiscences of the progress and welfare of the Horeb Church for the last 30 years. In all the speeches, it was repeatedly rt. quired of the denomination to gwe every sup- port in a loyal manner to their new shepherd, Solos and hymns were sung, and a mbst enter- taming meeting came a termination. We heartily wish the Rev W. M. Jones every success in his new sphere of labour and devotion. CELEBRATE the "Diamond Jubilee" by trying RLKCTKIO TitA-in lead packets at Is ad, 2s, and 2s 4d per lb. 2873

Penrhiwceiber. We are glad to say that the strike, as far as our pit is concerned, is at an end. It was decided at a public meeting on Saturday night that all repairers were at liberty to resume WON. and to-day (Tuesday), a great number of the men are at work, and we wese told by one of the men that many of the districts would be in working order before this week end. We regret to say that the Mountain Ash hauliers nave decided not to commence work until they get their 3s. 6d. per turn, and the doer boys to their assistance. This has created a great dissatisfaction amongat the colliers, being that the hauliers themselves insisted upon doing away with the doorboys in order to get the sixpence advance in their was per turn. We hope, however, that they will see their way clear to resume work without much delay, for we find that the colliers are determined that the hauliers' attitude shall not impede the works. The English Baptist Church on Monday gave their Sunday School scholars free tea. The little ones seemed to enjoy the treat. On Sunday afternoon Miss Saw, of the Church Indian Mission, addressed a congregation of church people at St. Wilfred's Hall. The vicar, Rev. R. W. Evans, having introduced the speaker, Miss Saw first of all addressed herself very agreeably to the younger section of her hearers, catechising them as to their knowledge of the geography of India. Having thus led them in imagination to the scenes of her missionary labours, she proceeded to briefly deal with the several religions of that country, and the idolatrous nature of their observances, applying several lessons to Christians from their faithfulness and their adherence to their tenets. From this she went on to deal with the difficulties of the natives to accept the true religion, and of her work in the Quanas among the wives and daughters of the people. This quiet and private teaching of the gospel was not without signs of bearing fruits. There were in the hall many articles of ornaments which were highly prized by the Quana women. No collection was made owing to the strike. A hearty vote of thanks te the speaker, and the singing of From Greenland's icy mountains 11 brought a very instructive gathering to a close.

Llaqtwit. The Sunday School of Salem held their annual tsoa-parfcy on Monday, and the event proved quite a swecese. Over 300 partook of the dainties pro- vided, and their happiness was ewmneed by the kindnessa nd attentions of the Rev T. Richards (pastor) and Mr David Jones (superintendent), who did all their power to make the occasion a thoroughly enjoyable one. In the evening an entertainment was held. At Salem Chapel, on Sunday, a rehearsal was held preparatory to the forthcoming cymanfa ganu. Mr D. W. Thomas, Hopkinstown, con- ductor, and the ohoirs represented were Salem, Llantwit; Bethlehem. Khydyfelen; Libanus, Treforest; and Llanferisant. Uhe attendance of choristers was not as large as could have been desired—and expected.

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T rearris. Mr Henry Davies, mining lecturer, has re- moved and taken up his residence at Pontypridd. The local mining class, we understand, will still be presided over by Mr Davies. At a public meeting held on Tuesday evening at the Centre Coffee Tavern, it was unanimously decided to start a chess club. the nights of meeting being Tuesday and Friday, and the following were elected officers :—President, Mr Jackson; vice-president, Mr G. Blackbnrne; secretary, Mr S. Joseph; treasurer, Mr J. Marcombe. There are about 20 members. The Deep Navigation (Ocean) Pits resumed work on Tuesday morning, but some time murt elapse before all the workmen will be able to commence owing to repairs, etc. Large numbers of workmen continue to return from various parts of the country where they had obtained work. A general meeting of workmen was held in the school yard on Friday afternoon. whpn the situation was discussed and the following resolutions were adoptPd T)n we commence work on Tuesday next, 1; "That the committee, on behalf of the meeting, should approach the company with a view of obtaining weekly payments"; "That the recommendation of the Cardiff Conference re organisation bo accepted and carried out, viz., one shilling each be paid at the second pay." Votes of thanks were accorded Mr B. P. Evans, Mr W. R. Thomas, Alderman Prosser, Miss Griffiths, Miss Simons, and the tradesmen and inhabitants who assisted the workmen during the struggle. ELECTRIC TEA is always great in strength and full of flavour-Is 8d, 2e, and 2s 4d. 2873

Caerphilly. On Wednesday evening, the 31st ult., the employees of prosswell's Brewery Company, Caerphilly, were entertained to a sumptuous dinnet at the Castle Hotel, in honour of the marriage of Mr Story and Miss Llewelyn, as reported in these columns last week. The party consisted of the staff of the above establishment- and included Messrs Seaborne, Faulkner, aand Bichaj», of the Penarth road depot of the same company; also invited friends from Caerphilly. Mr Charles Hawker, assistant secretary at the brewery, was entrusted with the management of tli3 proceedings, a task which he accomplished in a mosb creditable manner. After the com- pany had done justice to the good things so bountifully provided by Mine Host and Hostess Coggins, and the cloth been removed, Mr J. L. Mitchell, district traveller, was unanimously voted to the chair. The Chairman, hi his open- ing address, stated that he had known Mr StoJtT for about eight months, and during at period he had come in close touch with him in his business capacity. He always found him a per- fect gentleman ni all his dealings; he was straightforward, and made them thoroughly understand his meaning in all his transactions. It gave him great pleasure to preside on the auspicious occasion of celebrating the marriage oi Mr and Mrs Story, and he wished them a long life of joy and happiness. (Applause). Subsequently the Chairman called on Castellydd to submit the loyal toast of the "Queen and Royal Famiy," which was most loyally and en- thusiastically responded to. Mr Eli Davies. a blind harpist from Nantgarw, gave a selection of Welsh airs on his favoured instrument in a manner that showed that he was a worthy ex- ponent of "iaith enaid ar ei thannau ("the langu- age of the soul on its strings.") The sadly-afflic- ted minstrel was rewarded for his effort's by re- ceiving a tangible expression of the delighted company in a practical manner. Mr Seaberne, Cardiff, gave several selections on the pianoforte and accompanied most of the singers in a very pleasing manner. Mr C. Hawker, delighted the company with his comic sketches, wbiah fairly brought down the house. Messrs Fred Davies antl James Mortimer, duettists of local fame, rendered in a delightful manner "Excelsior, "Flow, gentle Deva," and "Albion," as well as other capital songs. Mr Hedges, Angel Inn, expressed his delight at being present to do honour to the marriage of Mr Story, as he had always found him a gentleman of sterling quali- ties and worthy of all the respect they could show to his honour on the present auspicious occasion. He wished both Mr and Mrs Story joy and happiness. Mr Faulkner, Cardiff, gave- a song, and was followed by a selection on the harp. Mr Seaborne, delivered an eulogistic peroration on the good qualities of Mr Story, whom he had known for some time. Next was a song by the chairman, who was loudly ap- plauded. Mr W. H. Beddoe, solicitor, gave a look in on behalf of the bridegroom to see how they were getting on. He was very pleased to see them enjoying themselves so harmoniously together, and he would have much pleasure in describing their happy conditioit to Mrs Story. (Hear, hear). Mr Tom Jones, Goodrich Arms, delighted those present with his patriotic ren- dering of the "March of the Men of Harlech" in Welsh. Among those present, in addifion to those already named, were Messrs T. Down, P. Rees, J. Hicks, E. Thomas, E. Lewis, H. Lari- more, E. Williams, B. Wookey, T. W. England, E. Rees, Hicks, and others. Mr Tom Rees, White Lion Hotel, was selected to sing at the close of a most convivial evening, "Hen wlad fy Nhadau," which he did characteristically of an ancient Briton. The toast of the bride and bridegroom was drunk with musical honours, and a hearty vote of thanks to the host and hostess was given with musical honours for their excellent catering. Mine Host responded, and the proceedings closed with the hearty singing of "God Save the Queen." BLKCTRIC TEA. is specially blended for the water of this district-la 8d, 2a, and 2s 4d per lb. 2873

Pentre. The Welsh Independents of the Ystrad Rhon- dda District anticipate a very successful singing festival, which is to be held at the Bodringallt Chapel, next April-if the programme is to be anything of a criterion. There are many inter- estipg features in the programme which is to hand. We find that that renowned musician, Professor Harry Evans, F.R.C.O., of Dowlais, is to be conductor, and under his able leadership the singing is bound to be effective. We may note here that Mr Evans, has recently composed an anthem to the words of "Lead, kindly Light," with organ accompaniment. This new work is considered to be a fine thing, demonstrating the unmistakable qualities of Mr Evans in this par- ticular direction, and it is more than probable that he will very shortly claim a place in the highest ranks of composers. We are glad also to note the inclusion of several pieces, the work of local composers, whose aspiration in this line appear to bear forth good fruit. We heartily congratulate Mr Tom Davies (Ap Tyfodwg), the clever organist at the Siloh Chapel, Pentre, upon the iutroduction into this year's pro- gramme of two of his compositions—a children's tune and hymn-tune, both of whom were success- ful at the last festival. Mr Davies has a marked tendency to blossom forth in this direction, and his initial efforts augur a brilliant future. An- other local composer who has been favoured is Mr John Brown, Cwmpark, who, nevertheless, is comparatively speaking, an old stager, but still we appreciate the festival executive in giv- ing prominence to Mr Brown's latest composi- tion, "Cwynfam Seion," which was remarkably received at a recent festival with the Baptists, and Mr Brown deserves all the credit Bestowed ppog MB fine work.

RHONDDA DISTRICT COUNCIL. The srefmary monthly meeting of the above Council was held at Pentre. The vice-chairman (Mr Ifcrgan Llewelyn) presided, and there were also present Alderman Morgan, Messrs W. T. Jones, D. Evans, D. C. Evans, Dr Thomas, and Morris Morris, together with the deputy-clerk (Mr J. Hopkins), the medical officer (D, Jones), and the surveyor (Mr J. W. Jonei). A letter was re id from the secretary of the Porth Cottage Hospital Committee requesting reduction in the price of gas. The matter was referred to the gas and water committee. The Clerk of the Glamorgan County Council notified that he had received the assistant over- seer's bill, amounting to £23 18s, for work done in connection with the recent redistribution of wards. The superintending engineer and the Post Office wrote in reply to a letter from the Coun- cil, that the various poies objected to had been removed. The Surveyor corroborated the statement. An application by the sam? authority to place a pole at Tonypandy was refused owing to the narrowness of the street. In reply to an application by the Council to borrow P,5,000 for sewerage works, the Local Government Board stated that an inspector would be sent to the district to hold an inquiry Replying to the Council's application, the National Telephone Company regretted their inability to grant intercommunication between subscribers to the Post Office system and the National Company's system. In view of this, Dr Thomas gave notice of motion to give notice to the National Telephone Company to remove poles in the district. Dr Thomas and the medical officer were de- prted to attend the conference of the Sanitary Institute to be held at Birmingham shortly. An application for compensation in respect of damage caused by am overflow of water was re- ceived from a Mary Lewis, Tonypandy, and was referred to the Law Committee. The Health Committee reported they had authorised the Surveyor to write to the manager of the Pontypridd Water Works requesting him to apply to the Great Western Company for consent to carry their water main over the rail- way bridge at Williamstown. The medical officer was requested to submit for the Council's consideration certain bye-laws respecting new streets and other matters. The Surveyor having read a letter from the engineer of the Taff Vale Railway Company, suggesting a meeting with respect to the pro- posed alteration of a bridge at Pontygwaith, the roads committee was requested to meet the engineer upon the spot. The Burial Committee recommended the ex- tension of the Treorky Cemetery north-eastward, and the surveyor was requested to provide a tracing of the land required. The Gas and Water Committee requested ttie manager to prepare a short report embody- ing the salient points in the engineer's report on the Llynfawr (including the managers suggested pumping scheme in lieu of tunnelling), Llyny- fanfawr, and Hepste water schemes, and that such report be circulated among members for consideration. The committea also decided to ask the Rhon- ddi School Board to contribute one half the cost of laying the mains to the Dunraven and Llwynypia Schools. The tender of Mr A. W. Traris, for the supply of 300 tons of South Rhondda through coal to be delivered at Ton and Ystrad at 12s 9d, and 13s per ton was accepted by the committee; also the tender of Messrs W. Thomas and Co. for the supply of a similar amount of Gellideg through coal at 10s 9d and lis per ton, to be delivered at Porth and Ystrad. The committee resolved that in consideration of the full and free liberty and licence granted by Councillor William Morgan to pass and re- pass at all times with or without materials along the line of conduct from the weir to the reser- voir, through land in his occupation, the gas consumed by him at his house be allowed free of charge ,and that notice of the "contract" be, if necessary, published in accordance with the provisions of the Public Health (members and officers) Act, 1885. The Roads Committee recommended that the Coancil take a test case in the matter of damage caused by surfaces water overflowing the roads from private lands. The Surveyor was authorised to send in claims to the various estate agents for the expenses incurred in clearing the roads after the recent storm. The committee further recommended that un- climbale iron fencing be obtained for the purpose of fencing in scavenging depots mentioned in the Surveyor's report. The committee recommended the obtaining of the fire appliances enumerated in the Surveyor's report exclusive of the fire engine), and also asked for the storage of sueh appliances for the Ferndale Brigade—the cost to be included in the next estimate. The Finance Committee reported that the stone breakers had ceased to be employed. In accordance with the instructions of the Council, the medical officer submitted a lengthy report upon the condition of the water supplied by the Ponypridd Wtater Company, in which he stated that the water was not properly fil- tered. Dr Thomas: What can we do? We can only speak against it. Alderman Morgan Can it be made better? Dr Jones: Yes, there is no question about that. Alderman Morgan Is it unhealthy ? Dr Jones: No. I cannot say it is unhealthy, but it is not the kind of water we should drink. Alderman Morgan tasted the sample produced, and remarked it was very nice water. Dr Thomas.. The most palatable is the most contaminated very ofben. Dr Jones added that as far as he could gather the pipes were not flushed. Eventually it was decided to draw the atten- tion of the water oompany to the matter. The tender of Mr David Richards was accepted for carrying out private street works at Tonypandy. Dr Thomas moved that in future all plans be submitted to the medical officer with the Sur- veyor. Councillor Morris did not think it was neces- sary to enforce this, and ultimately the medical officer was requested to inspect the necessary plans. At the conlcusion of the meeting, the Rev J. D. James, Llwynypia, and a Mr White, ap- peared in reference to a certain nuisance near the Llwynypia Church. The Press representa- tives were requested not to publish the discus- sion. The ultimate result was that the Council decided to do some alterations.

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PONTYPRIDD. Mrs Lewis, of Swansea, writing to Bath, has very kindly forwarded us donation of £ 1 for the local relief fundg, amount has been handed over to Mr H0nt Grover, the hon. secretary of the Central u Fund. GRAIG RELIEF FUND. We beg to thankfully acknowledge the 1'eCÐ of a case of cocoa from Messrs Ca/lbury I' Protheroe, grocer, Taff street.—Yours etc J. W. JOlIN D.CHtTBj^ LLWYNYPIA. Mr T. John begs to acknowledge the reCeinj. of 12s 3d from Mr J. W. John, Pontypridd. Im- part of the proceeds of a concert given at Por^ cawl. TREHERBERT RELIEF FUND. The committee. of the above fund, through, t secretary, Mr E. Robert Jones, Ynyswen School desires to thankfully acknowledge the reoei of the following contributions:-MMIs The Rhondda Valley Breweries Company, -9-2 £ § being the fifteenth weekly contribution; a el.. lection at the Fernhill Colliery by Messrs Tbe. Edwards and John Evans, A.C., a 17s 9d-; tb4 proceeds of a football match between the 1st. 0-nd 2nd teams, Treherbert, JS2 10s lOd; Rev E. 14. vies, Llangloffau, Pem., per Rev R. Harris, 13s Od; Ynysfeio Colliery workmen, £1 180;! Rhondda Merthyr Colliery workmen, JE1 48 Saron Welsh Wesleyan Chapel, 8s; English W Icyan Chapel, 13s 6d; Hope English Baptigj Chapel, 10s; English Methodist Chapel, 5s. Atl) further donations will be gratefully received by the treasurer, Councillor M. Llewelyn, Treher- bert. YNYSYBWL. Work was resumed at the Lady Windsor Col- iery Colliery on Tuesday last, but the outpni of coal was very small for the first few day*. Some considerable time must elapse before mat- ters are restored to their normal condition. TREHARRIS. 2,160 meals were given to destitute children during the past week. Messrs Cadbury Bros. have again forwarded a large quantity of cocoa. sufficient for the present week, per Mr W- M. Evans, Fox street. At a meeting of the Relifef Committee held on Friday week at the baIlt- room Public Hall, it was decided to close the soup kitchen on Friday, the 9th inst. Anothe* meeting of the committee will be held later oil, when the secretary will present a balance slJeeii for the consideration of the committee.

PONTYPRIDD COUNTY SCHOOL. EVENING TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION CLASSES. Evening in Theoretical PTKI Practical Chemistry; Geometry. Drawing, Shorthand, Mathematics, Sound, Light, and Heat; Build- ing and Machine Construction; Magnetism and Electricity, Steam and the. Steam Engine: Ger- man, French, Music, and Ambulance, are now arranged, the scale of fees being very moderate. The Session will commence on the 13th, and early application should be made, as the number of members will fee limited. The Cockei^- Classes in connection wiCh this school will com- mence on the 13th inst. Full information may be obtained from the secretary, Mr John Phillips, Town Hall Cham- bers, Pontypridd.

CORRESPONDENCE. To the Editor. PONTYPRIDD AND DISTRICT GROCEEJH AND PROVISION DEALERS' ASSOCIATTojMj Dear Sir,-Might I crave your indulgence for a small space in your columns to call the atten- tion of managers and assistants in the grooeral shops of the district to the fact uaat very import- ant trade competitions open to grocei-eemployew which will take place at eur Trade Exhibition in London, to be held from October 1st to 8th. I find that many assistants and managers have not heard of these competitions, and they might be desirous of entering for them. If any of your numerous reaSers desire to have a schedule for the competition and wiM apply to me fof them, I shall be happy to send them a copy- Might I mention that the entries for these con*" petitions close on September !3rd. so there is øO time to be lost. Thanking you for kindly ja. N serting this, t Yours truly, S W. H. HORTON, M Greer, lontyplidd"

0 U A Resident Closq By.—We cannot insert you* J anonymous letter until the usual gift of your 3 name and address as good faith has come t hand. We regret your ears have been through a crisis, but evidently H.M. Inspector d not think in the same way as you. other he would not have written his best report f so favourable a strain. Of course ,if there | are very young teachers at the Ta. rlRe school it is deplorable, and you had bett^ ask the Board to provide adult qualified t ers throughout the school. In this way yoo will do a good service to your country, you would do it in a straightforward mofp We would refer you to H.M. Inspector's r on this school, which appears in our report Tuesday's meeting of the School Board. J, Mr Daniel Thomas' reply to "Ystradyfodwg*ff unavoidably held over this week. i S -— U i

Ynysybwl. The annual meetngs of Tabernacle Welsh dependent Chuicb were held on Sunday dependent Church were held on Sunday Monday last, when ibe Revs Lewis Pro^it^ D.D. (principal of Bangor Congregational ^jt|: J ege). and the Rev W. Parri Haws, B.D., j gellau, officiated. Excellent sermons j preached to crowded congregations, and the ""j. lections were very good, taking into consid<fjT { tion the long period of idleness which is fw'i over. The services were conducted by tfoe i tor of the Church, the Rev J, C. Llyod, singing being ably conducted by Mr Goerge Jones, while Mr Gwilym Thomas presided at the organ.

.=. Pontypridd Coaehbuilding Co. (Viiie Winners tor Oarr.ajjt^), 1 ARB now offering a l*rge nuirber of Trans -I f" (,Ft-Ves of dese -i I,t n t the very luweftt prices. La rye Show kn mf j now OpD- t' CARRIAGE WORKS I j MORGXN STREET, PONTYPBIDD. t i <1 J I w 1

cause of the miner. Any man can have a holiday by giving 48 hours' notice under a clause ef the Act. It is quite possible for aggregate action under it to be taken. Still we would not advise such a course. Let the men keenly protect every strength of position which will secure for them the country on their iide. The strongest force in the interest of right and justice is the unanimity of the people's good-will. If they renewed hostilities and made Mabon's Day the" cauSUS belli," it would certainly end in disastrous failure. Five months' strike tries the sympathy of the best friends of labour, and if another rupture was precipitated on a Mabon's Day pretext, the relief and help of a sympathetic public would, we fear, be alienated. +