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IVjustard and Cress. ♦ — Mr Charles Henry James, J.P., Courtland Terrace, Mertbyr, has gone to reside at Cardiff and intends in future taking his seat as a magis- tiate at the Caerphilly Police Court. We congratulate Miss D. M. Lewis, one of the staff of teachers at the CaQrphilly Board Schools on her passing successfully the Government cer- tificate examination in the second year's papers. This examination took place last July in Cardiff, and the result was made known last week. A defendant, who was charged with being dnmk and disorderly at Caerphilly on Tuesday evidently has a very poor opinion of the police. In giving evidence on his own behalf he said, "Just then a constable came up, but," he added coolly, "of course, I didn't run away from a policeman!" We hear on good authority that the publio life of the Rhondda will be throbbing delight- fully ere long by the disclosures of a breach of promise case. Two professions of unique im- portance to the common weal of society will appear in opposition, as the leading characters in the suit. When professors of the minds are attacking the professor of bodies, then we can expect a Trojan warfare. The nation will watch with interest, and with concern, the progress of naval preparations on a large and, indeed, unprecedented scale. How far the actual situation between England end France requires them is a matter on which tohe Government has not enlightened us. It seems to us that if it does as a matter of fact require them, it also calls for the assembling of Parlia- ment. The nation should Be taken into confi- dence in a matter in whioh its destinies are closely concerned. We are gtad to find that Mr W. Mason, a Tony partly boy, has been promoted to the posi- tion of station-master at Dinas. Mr Mason has had a somewhat early promotion to such a re- sponsible post. Since his entry into the service of the Taff Vale Railway Company, be has done well. During the last few years he has been on the Aberdare branch, and was so well reputed by his superior officer that his promotion was a surprise to him as it is a welcome one to his many friends in Mid-PJioudda. In the Norfolk dialect they say Crowding a perambulator" for pushing it. A lady, new to the district, had occasion to remonstrate with her lfIJrsery maid when taking the babies out for an airing. The girl resented it, and retorted much to the indignation of her mistress, that those who "crowd the perambulators ought to know how to manage it." Dismissal of the girl was only prevented by a friendly explanation of the colloquialism. The Tonyrelin Welsh Baptist Chapel, Caer- philly, wbich was built about 30 years ago, is now undergoing thorough cleaning nd repairs. The present pastor is the Rev J. P. Davies, who is the successor, since the establishment of the church, of the late ministers, Revs David Rich- ards, John Roberts, David Richards again, Christmas Evans, W. E. Evans, Daniai Jones, Owen Owen, Tames Richards, T. E. Rowlands, W. L. Evans again. An inspector of schools is not always safe from the quick eyes and sharp answers of boys. Here is a pretty story of an incident which happened not very far from our locality. The inspector was testing the parsing of a 4th stan- dard class. Ire took the exceptional course of writing a sentence on the Black board. "Now, my boys," he pleasantly said, "What is that?" For a while no answer came, but a lad had his hand up. "Well, my good boy, what is it?" "Please, sir, it is bad writing." An amusing incident took place on Saturday in connection with the Sirdar's visit to the Marquis of Salisbury. The fact of his depar- ture for Hatfield soon began to be noised about, and many persons waited about King's-cross Station to catch a glimpse of the hero of the Soudan. Sir Herbert was not recognised at first, and whilst strolling on the platform he was accosted by a stranger who said: "I under- stand we are to have the honour of travelling with a big man to-night." "Oh," said Sir Her- bert., ingenuously, "and who is that?" "Why, the great general is going down to Hatfield," replied the stranger. "The great general; who do you mean?" asked Sir Herbert. "Why, that Egyptian gentleman, what's his name?" At this Sir Herbert failed to maintain his equani- mity, and, bursting into laughter .turned away. Pontypridd lads are getting very sharp, and one of those who is net ever fond of school gave a very pert and bewildering answer recently to one of the Attendance Officers. We believe that the lad must have had odd jobs with one of our local fishmongers. The inference is very natural from the answer he gave. "Now, my boy," said the officer in order to test his title to school exemption, "what is the price -of 51bs. of aakrion at 3d. a lb.?" The lad disdained the sum and made short work of the officer by saving that salmon at 3d a lb. was no salmon, and that if the officer had bought, he had "been got at." Banquets and good post-prandials are rather in favour in the Rhondda Fach, and particularly in Ferndale. Of course, if there be a feed, you must get a good caterer. Unfortunately, they are not too many. But we must confess that the spread which was placed before Sir George Kekewich and the distinguished company which came with him, was no ordinary one. Since then we have been able to discover that the catering was the culinary performance of mine lIost of the Rhondda Hotel-Mr Davies. Well, he must go up more than one, for on this occa- sion he upheld a very high standard indeed in the catering art. A great deal of the scriptural knowledge in Wales ;n the old days was the work of Sunday School teachers "Holi pwnc," a sort of public catechism, were always very popular gatherings At one of these the examiners was very znxioui to elicit from the scholars the iool which Sam- son used to slaughter the Philistines. He could get no answer. At last he got hold of the long whiskers which were suspended from his chin, and asked the sehblars, What is this? At last he got his answer and a bit more in reply of a lad who said it was the "jawbone of an ass. A certain Rhondda Valley junior football team is composed entirely of stalwart young colliers who bear the reputation of being not too gentle in their play. This team was playing another local fifteen when a Welsh-costumed woman, bareheaded and bare and brawny of arm, rushed on to the field, and seizing a huge forward of the latter team by the collar of his jersey, hustled him off the ground, to the huge delight of the crowd. "What's the matter, Mari?" cried a spectator. 7'l1'he matter?" screamed Mari.. "Here's my boy Dafvdd. Here he is" (shaking him furious- ly) "He did have his father and wan brother k'il in the pit. his brother Shonni wass kill in the war, and his brother Twm wass beat in the prize fight, but he wass not satisfy. Here I do etilrh him idia.vinz footbalt agenst those Rhon- dia. V,—"Ca<-sell's Saturday Joruool." I Why don't the Maerdy shop assistants go in for closing at one o'clock on Thursdays instead of 2 or 2.30 p.m., as at present? I hear that they have a terrible scuffle to get ready at 2.30 p.m. in order to play their football matches. Take heart, Maerdyites ,it is not impossible to close at one o'clock on Thursday. Why not form a oomri-dttee to interview the tradesmen? Surely, they will not refuse you. "You can see with half an eye" that FRANK Thomas ("My Hatter,") sells the best 3/9 Hat. Don't send away for Lantern apparatus and Slides when you can get them cheaper at Thos. 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PONTYPRIDD DISTRICT COUNCIL. The fortnightly meeting of the Pontypridd Council was held at the Council Offices on Tuesday. Mr P. Gowan, J.P., occupying the chair. The attendance included Councillors It. T. Richards (vice-chairman), F. G. Edwards, Edward Williams, James Roberts, H. Rowlands, J E. Spickett, T. B. Evans, Watkin Williams, W. T. Leyshon, Hopkin Morgan, D. R. Evans. R. L. Phillips, and H. Bramwell. The Public Works Loan Board wrote grant- ing the loan of E2,720 for the proposed improve- ments to the HigH street and Bterw bridges at 2J. per cent. interest. A letter was received from the Caerphilly District Council saying they had resolved to take Counsel's opinion as to the power the Pont- ypridd, Caerphilly, and Newport Railway Com- pany had to stop their traffic at the end of the year, and asked that the Bontypridd Council should join them in taking Counsel's opinion. On the motion of Mr James Roberts, it was decided to take joint action. The Pontypridd Fire Brigade wrote sajong tfiat since the resignation of Mr A. O. Evans, their chief officer, iley had held a meeting and suggested that the folowing officers be appoin- ted First Officer, Mr G. Beith; second officer, Mr Tom Davies; and third officer, Mr F. Gib- son. The brigade also asked in future to be allowed to make their own appointments. Mr James Roberts thought it was not wise to have se big a change at once in connection with the staff. Mr A. O. Evans' resignation was accepted, and it was decided to thank him for his past services. Mr Watkin Williams was of the opinion that the matter should come before ilhe Fire Brigade Committee. A long discussion followed, and Mr Hopkin Morgan said the Council should understand that there were officers in the Bri- gade who were passed over in favour of those outsiders. Subsequently a resolution was passed referring the matter to the Fire Brigade Com- mittee, who were to report to the Council. Dr Hamlen-Williams wrote thanking the Council for their kind expression of sympathy in bis wife's illness. Superintendent Cole wrote with regard to the Council's complaint as to the obstruction caused by cffip potato machines, and said that two were on private property, where they had no power to prevent them, An application was received from Mr H. Payne to be allowed to stand with his chip potato machine on the Tramroad. He would not cause an obstruction. He presented a peti- tion signed by a number of inhabitants on the Tramroad stating that they did not object to his presence there. The Council felt that if this application were granted, they would have numerous others, so they now refused it. It was also decided to see the owners of the prirate property on which the vans now stood. An application was made by the Foresters' Lodge for permission to use the Council Cham- be for their meetings onee a month. After some discussion the application was refused on the casting vote of the chairman. The sub-postmaster of Hopkinstown asked the Council to pass a reolution in favour of him closing his office at one o'clock on Thursdays. Mr F. G. Edwards proposed that it be done. M, R. L. Phillips seconded, and it was agreed to Mr D. R. Evans asked that the Pwllgwaun post office be included in the resolution. Jj; was pointed out that no application had been made. Mr Evans replied that Mrs Richards, the post- mistress, had seen him on the matter. It was thought best to wait until an application was received from Mrs Richards. Inspector Rowlands erported two cases of typhoid-one in the Arcade and the other at Hopkinstown. Whilst he was giving hie report, Mr F. G. Edwards referred to a nuisance caused by the overflow water near the Congregational Chapel, in Gelliwastad road. The Inspector stated the nuisance was being remedied. Mr F, 1. ards replied that it was as niu i rf a nii i- sance last Sunday when people were going to church as at any time. Inspector Rowlands re- marked that the work was being carried on as rapidly as possible during dry weather. On the mcfion of Mr Edwards, it was decided to sum- mon the Congregational trustees. The Finance Committee recommended a rate of lsvM in the E, and stated that only 226 4s 5d of the old rate remained uncollected by Mr Parry. The report was adopted. The Chairman submitted a report from the committee which had waited upon the Roads and Bridges Committee of the County Council with respect to getting a contribution for the locality. He was pleased to say that the com- mittee flail promised to recommend to the County Council a contribution of 2800 for the road from the Llanbradach Arms, Treforest, to tlle Weir, anff elOO for the curve on Lln.lris, 11 road. They also promised to recommend that they should erect the bridge over the canal at Glyntaff, provided the District Council found the necessary land. The report was adopted. Before the close of the meeting, the proceed- ings became a trifle noisy and discussion anima- i.1 r. was necessary to insert -t -iol,e <f th- Council's intention to apply for a provisional order giving them power, to carry out certain improvements. Then arose the question in what paper should it be inserted. One member suggested that the reporters of the papers pre- sent should draw for it. This was objected to h., ie porters and members a!ike. Bv. RIV, bve. corriethif.g wagsaid concerning 011c of :be whose representative at once jumped up to con- tradict it. H, was promptly ordered by the Chairman to sit down, or he would be "reques- ted to leave." Immediately after another Press- man endeavoured to have his say, with a like result. The fun waxed fast and furious, and above the din the chairman's voice could faintly be heard calling "Order," which was not re- stored for a considerable time. Ultimately, the Council decided to ask for tenders for the work, although it was pointed out by one of the mem- bers that this was an unfair method, as space would naturally be dearer in a paper having a large circulation than in a small one. Again. references were made to some papers being prin- ted o- partly printed,out of Ponty-t" 1 and t ho lPt I ting broke up in disorder, the war betwer n members and press continuing down stairs and into the street, until a heavy shower of ra:n caused all to flee to escape a drenching.
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PONTYPRIDD CHAMBER OF TRADE. The monthly meeting of this Chamber wab held on Wednesday, Mr H. Porcher presiding. There were also present Messrs D. R. Evans, James Coombes, Dr Rees, with the secretary. Mr George Marchant. A letter was read from the Maesteg Higher Commerce Association, ask- ing for particulars of the motion with regard to weekly pays. It was explained by the secretary that the Chamber had done nothing in this matter. Mr D. R. Evans thought it would be of immense benefit to tradesmen if workmen were paid weekly. It would do away with book business to a large extent, and prove of advantage all round. It was decided to ask the Maesteg Association for information on the subject, and to place it on the agenda, for the next meeting. The decision of the Pontypridd, Caerphilly, and Newport Company to discontinue running passenger traffic en their line, was considered, and Mr D. R. Evans thought the Chamber should do all they could to strengthen the hands of those who protested against it.—Dr Rees asked if there was any likelihood of another company taking the line over. Mr D. R. Evans replied that he did not think so. Mr Porcher thought the only way to make the line pay was to make it a main line from Swansea to Newport. Mr D. R. Evans proposed that the Railway Commissioners be communicated with pointing out the great inconvenience, which would be caused by the discontinuance of pas- senger traffic, Pontypridd being a market town. Mr Porcher seconded, and the motion was agreed to.
PONTYPRIDD GUARDIANS.
PONTYPRIDD GUARDIANS. The weekly meeting of the Guardiams was held on Wednesday, Mr E. H. Davies, J.P., pre- siding. Mrs Lenox, secretary of the Brabazon Employ- ment Society, asked permission to use the Board room for their annual sale on Monday next. On the motion of Mr Edward Williams, the appli- cation was granted. A letter was read from the Local Government Board with reference to the desire of the Guardians to continue their present vaccination stations. Except where there were exceptional oircumstatices the public vaccinator was com- pelled to attend at the homes of the children. The Board did not fimd that there were excep- tional circumstances, and until additional reasons were adduced, they could not grant the Board's request. The Chairman thought it would be a difficult matter for many people in a colliery district like theirs to entertain a medical officer at their house. The general feeling in the district was in favour of going to the vaccinating station. Mr Richard Morris asked what amount the public vaccinator was paid for each case. The Clerk replied that for each vaccination he was paid seven shillings. Dr Ivor Davies said that special ciroum- stances meant sueh an occasion as when there was an infectious disease in the house, and an order would then be made allowing the vaccina- tion to be performed in the station. Thp new arrangement meant greater expense to the rate- payers, but he did not think ihey could get out or it. The further consideration of the matter wa* ûjollrnd to the next meeting. Two appli- cations were received for children at the Cottage Homes, both of which were granted. Mr W. S. Brinson asked if the Board inten- ded taking steps to prevent the discontinuance of the passenger traffic on the Pontypridd, Caer- philly, and Newport railway at the end of the year. The district was increasing rapidly, and the trains were usea by many. He wished to know if the Guardians had any locus standi m th matter, and he was of the opinion that they should join the Pontypridd and Caerphilly Councils in taking legal opinion. The Clerk thought that any moral support the Board gave to any effort to prevent the discontinuance of the traffic was not of the slightest use. It was simply a question of le- gality, and it was certain the Local Government Board would not sanction the expenditure of even sixpence by the Guardians in taking legal advice. Subsequently, on the motion of Mr Richard Morris, itwas decided to write to the general manager of the Pontypridd, Caerphilly, and Newport Company asking him to reconsider his decision.
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Llantwit Vardre Strike Relief Fund. The balance sheet of this fund has been sent us, by which we find the total subscriptions and donations amounted te -233 12s 6id., which was expended in the relief of 34 families on May 7th, 32 families on May 21st, SO families on June 4th, 18 famites on June 18th, 22 families on June 2nd, and 4 families on July 26. The ac- counts are signed by Messrs D. Rees, chairman; T O. Williams, treasurer, and W. Chubb, sec- retary, and have been duly audited by Messrs J Phillips and T. Dunstan.
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The World of Pastime. By If The Sporting Scribe." FOOTBALL. PONTYPRIDD v. PENYGRAIG. Penygraig, one goal, one try; Pontypridd, one try. TSSB match was played at Penygraig on Satur- day nnder adverse climatic conditions. Ponty- pridd unfortunately were without the services of their halves, Roberta and Chick, both of whom were laid up for repairs. Their places were taken by Jim McGregor and Doran. The result was a win for Penygraig 1w five points, and probably they deserved it. At first it seemed that Pontypridd were going to have matters their own way, for they hovered around their opponents' goal for a considerable time, but their play lacked the necessary finish at the critical moment. One is forced to admit that they are not a scoring team,and however good a pack they pcfcsess, the backs never seem to be able to get over. Amd so it was on Saturday. Not that the Pontypridd forwards were so much superior to the Lome lot; far from it. The Penygraig for- wards dribbled well and neatly, as witness their try in the first half. Although this effort ae- served success it certainly should have been stopped by Cavanagh, if not by McGregor and Saunders. it is time that the Pontypridd com- mittee awoke to the fact that Cavanagh is sadly lacking in even an elementary knowledge of foot- ball; speed he has, and that is about all. This is not the first occasion on which be has been the means *f a score being notched against his side. The try scored by Bush, the home captain, in the second half, was a splendid effort, and he well deserved the success he atehieved. Up-to-. date he has scored a try in every match in which he has played this season. In the open the visiting forwards well held their own, and pressed hard on many occasions, but in the tight sorms and line-out, the homesters shewed greater cleverness. Chant, Griffiths, Sweet, and White, were the pick of a strong lot. Fer Pontypridd, P.C.'s Rees, Dai Evans, McKenzie, and Rowley Thomas worked hard, and were ably supported by the other members of the I pack. Walter Davies showed a remarkable turn of speed when he scored his try from a forward rash, and gave a good display after placing Cavanagh on the wing. The ball coming out on the home side with greater frequency, naturally 8ranville and Monday appeared to more advan- tage than the opposing twain, who by no means did badly. McGregor oecasionally did a few smart things. Bush was the pick of the three-quarter line, and played a really sound game. Of the others on his side, Hunt and Morgan were the bestj For the visitors Usher in the centre gave an excellent display, and Walters on the wing was often prominent. Cummings played a so-and-so game, and Cavanagh I have already dealt with. Saunders atback offened a sound defence, his kicks possessing splendid length and accuracy. His tackling could perhaps be improved upon. Tom Jones, for Penygraig, was safe, and saved his forward a lot of work with his long kicks. Treorky, 3 goals; Cowbridge, one goal, one try. Treorky secured their eighth victory on Saturday last, when they defeated Cowbridge by 3 goals, to one goal, one try, a score that is no representation of the game, for Treorky clfearly held the advantage all through, but un- fortunately did not avail themselves of the opportunities afforded them, for they played with the lackness of spirit and determination that has characterised their play of late. Of course, Cowbridge were only engaged at the last minute to fill a vacancy on the card, alnd the home players were apparently under the im- pression that it was more of a day "off," and played under the understanding that they had a very soft thing. Surely they had, but still the homesters never once exerted themselves in the least, and appeared to rest contented with merely keeping their opponents under hand, though they allowed them to score twice. The game hardly calls for any comment at all, for though the opening stages promised well, the game deteriorated greatly at half-time, and then with the rain coming down in torrents for a long period, with the ball greasy and the ground sloppy, the proceedings became dull and monotonous. The spectators showed evi- dent signs of disapproval at the play of the homesters, but they must remember the hard games their pets have been engaged in lately, and this may be accountable for their half- hearted display last Saturday. Anyhow, they won, but not so comfortably "5 expected. The tries scored by the homester: were obtained b Tom Jones, half back,and T. R. Thomas,who scored the last two, while Tom Jones converted the three tries. Forward, the home tea mshowed no evident signs of superiority, but they were never beaten. They held the scrums, and gave the ball out often to the backs, who notwithstanding the inclement conditions, made good progress in- variably. Jack Thomas, Tom Lewis, R. Chiney, and Ted Jcnea, '1)-1 out bt m the hem? pack. Tom Jones distinguished himself at half, and always had the better of the argument with Charlie Thomas, the old Llwynypia half. Jones' kicking was superb also. H. James also played a very smart game. T. R. Thomas was far and away the most brilliant of the home backs, and the two tries he scored in such brilliant manner, would do credit to even our supposed first class centres. His all round play was good, and he was ably backed up by Lewis Lewis, who is now getting iato his old element. Jack Evans, drawn from the front rank, made a creditable show on the right wing, and White was always where wanted. Harries again showed up badly, and it will- re-r quire a great improvement on his part to retain his place. The visitors were all round a smart lot, but they possessed no idea of combination at passing. G. Lewis, who scored their two tries, and C. Thomas, were ever to the front. The game was in no way seriously contested, and all were glad when it was over. Next Saturday, Treorky journey to Tondu with a strong team, and hope to return home victorious YSTRAD STARS v. BELLE VUE BOYS. Stars, one goal; Belle Vue Boys, one try. TEis match was played on the grounds of the former team. Both teams had an unbeaten record up to date, and great interest was evinced in the match. The ground was in good condi- tion, despite the adverse climatic conditions which prevailed. Mr E. Hughes, Treherbert, officiated as referee. The teams lined out at 3.35, and the Stars, kicking off, the Belle Vue Boys returned, and preventing a reply, im- mediately got on the aggressive, and soon started the home spectators by scoring a try (Goorobes scored) which was not converted. This reverse enlivened the homesters, and .they now played with any amount of dash, and seemed likely to make the score equal. But the Boys, having superior weight, managed to keep their lines intact, until Sam Burrows, re- ceiving from Backer, skipped over in the corner. I W. Lewis ("Norman") by a magnificent kick converted. Fast play ensued, the ball travelling to and fro in restless activity, the Belle Vue Boys' superior weight being met by superior scientific tactics, a half-time arrived, with no further scoring. Ystrad Stars, one goal; Belle Vue Boys, one tty, one minor. The Belle Vueites kicked off, and playing with rare dash seemed like swamping the dapper "Stars," but grand passing taclics by the home backs soon carried play to the visitors' line, and keeping up the pressure they had decidedly hard lines in not scoring. "Parker," D. Wil- liams, and Powett made repeated efforts to cross, being only grassed a yard or so out eash time. The visitors broke away, Davies and an- other dribbling well into the home half, and it took the Stars all their time to keep them out. But at last the real Welsh play come to their rescue, for passing between the whole of the backs took play right up to the Belle Vue's line, but owing to the laxity of the referee in not penalising offside play, they were unable to score, and the game ended in semi-darkness, the Stars winning a hard-fought game 1Sy two points. In summing up, the game can be called an exposition of science as opposed to brute strength, in which the former triumphed. Both teams were evidently trained to the hour, and meant to play for all they were worth. To individualise the players, the most im- partial observer would admit that thp Stars had tfee finest pair of halves in the junior league. It would be difficult to select the best of the home quartette, as each one played a grand offensive and defensive game, W. Griffiths being most prominent perhaps in the former branch. T. Trotman was all there at full back, as was the case with the visitors' custodian. Coombes and Ingram were about the pick of the visitors' three-quarter Mne, and the former's speed on more than one occasion kept his line intact. Of the two packs it would be unfair ta in- d:vidualise at aM, but collectively the home lot showed far more cleverness in heeling out and wheeling, and all round smartness, the visiting forwards seeming to rely more on their weight than on any smartness they may possess.. The gate was a record one for a junior match, over 500 being present,although the rain poured in torrents during the greater part of the after- noon. One thing I should like to advise Burrows to do is to give his co-centre a better pass, because ni matter how grand an opening he makes it is only thrown away when his confrere is un- able to take the bail which he often threw near- ly on his Jeet. Griffiths also showed commendable form in | attempting to break through before giving his wing the ball, but should use a little judgment occasionally, or else he will be classed as selfish, a bugbear of a word to all sportsmen. The Stars are at home to Cilfynydd next Saturday, who, I understand, are not in the league. BONTYPRIDD THURSDAYS v. UREHER- BERT THURSDAYS. Pontypridd, 5 goals, 1 try; Taeherbert, Nil. Fresh from their match with Aberavon on Thursday, Treherbert journeyed to Pontypridd to try conclusions with the homesters. Owing to the late arrival of the visitors the kick-off did not take place until 4.15, The game itself was very brilliant, and the passing of the homesters was excellent. The forwards played a magni- cent game, their hwliug-out being a treat to witness. H. James, G. Thomas, and M. Davies were the pick of the forwards, and Walters, Lake, and McGregor of the backs. On Thurs- day next, November 10th, the homesters play Dowlais at home, when there should be a good game witnessed. LLWYNYPIA THURSDAYS v. MAHRDY THURSDAYS. Draw, one try each. This fixture was brought off on the Llwynypia Recreation Ground on Thursday. The ground was in a decidedly bad state for football, being more suitable in some parts for a boating or water polo match. A j most miserable game ended in a draw, a try { each being scored, Llwynypia's being a rathei t doubtful one. Maerdy deserved to win on the day's form, which wasn't up to much on either side. f It was excusable on the home side, as half < the team were absent, and had to be made up t anyhow. Many of the recruits had not the f least idea of how to play the game. Atkins and "Delegate" were the best forwards on the field, none of the others calling for any comment, ex- cepting that which they got from the amused ] spectators. Llwynypia ought to turn out the strongest f Thursday teanyin the Valleys, and that without s the aid of any Saturday men, and it is to be c hoped their committee will soon set their house ] in order. r Writing on this match, our Maerdy corres- 1 rsondent says: —The Maerdy team arrived with 13 men, and had to play two mites of supporters ] :ifonvnrd?. Mevprfh'Je:-s. in the first halC th° I home forwards were beaten, the ball being heeled out continually to the visitors' halves. In the second half Llwyny.'s forwards were superior. And they played a very hard game. The pass. I ing of the visitors' backs at times was reaMy magnificent, and out of one of these bouts of passing, Billy Brown scored a magnificent try op the touch line. The kick being at a difficult angle was unsuccessful in converting, the ball going against the crossbar. The visitors' backs played a fast game, and were superior to the homesters in tackling and passing. Llwyny. played in a regular determined way, but it was of no avail. Maerdy was the better team, and the score did not indicate their superiority, and Maerdy deserved to win by more. The score was Maerdy, 1 try; 3 minors; Llwynypia, nil. Maerdy plays Pontypridd next Thursday at Femdale, and on past form should give a good account of themselves. CAERPHILLY T. PENARTH A. These teams met on the ground of the former on Saturday. Penarth started operations to- wards the town end, Jackson putting in a feeble return, which left play near the half way flag, After a few close scrimmages, Nor. ton getting the ball away, transferred to W. Jones, who gave up to Harding, who was forced into touch just inside the visitors' 25, After a bir, of loose play, Caerphilly obtained a mark, which proved a near thing for a goal, Penarth conceding a minor. From the drop-out the visi- tors, fallowing up well, worked their way into the home 25, After a series of scrimmages and short rushes, the home team carried play to the visitors' 25, the visitors now getting the ball away, set their backs in motion, but little ground was gained. A scrimmage now being formed in the visitors' quarters, Davies, the home half, getting away in smart fashion, elu- ded the opposing halves, and when confronted by the three quarters transferred to his partner who scored a splendid try. The place kick failed. Following the drop out, Penarth car- ried play just beyond the half-way,where several scrimmages were fought. Penarth, still showing to advantage, took play to the home 25, where Wedlock, the home custodian, saved. The home forwards now playing up splendidly, headed by Jackson, Jones, and Morris, were not stopped until they reached the visitors' goal line. Penarth were not fo be denied, for they worked their way gradually back to half-way. where H. Jones saved. The home team now gained several yards through a few kicking ex- changes, from which a scrimmage was formed. Norton getting possession transferred to W. Jones, who saw no headway, shot for goal, just missing the mark. Penarth conceded a minor shortly afterwards. Half-time arrived with the score standing: Caerphilly, one try, two minors, Penarth, nil. Jackson, the home captain, restarted. One of the visiting backs fielded, and carried play to near half way, where he was forced into touch. After a few loose rushes,Caerphilly were awar- ded a free for off-side play on ..he part of one of the visitors, Jackson taking the kick, and by grand following up of the home forwards, pre- vented a return. From the ensuing scrimmage, the home lot broke away, and C. Davies, pick- ing up in the loose, got over, the place kick again proving futile. Following the drop-out, Penarth took play to the home quarters, where Wedlock just managed to find touch, the home forwards by hard work removed the venue to the visitors' 25. After a series of warm scrim- mages, the homesters broke away in fine style, which enabled Jackson to score. Strickland con- verting. Following the dmori-out, Jones gaining possession, put in a fine return, which enabled one of the visitors to make his mark, which took play to the home 25. Penarth were now playing up, for all they were worth, but the home de- fence proving too good for them, drove them back to half-way, where a scrimmage was fromed. The next glt of play was the feature of the match, Davies and Norton, the home halves, dribbling from behind in splendid style, beating the whole of the visitors' backs, took the ball over the line. One of the visitors fell 01 the ball, and robbed them of a grand try. Penarth dropping out, the ball going to W. Jones, who with a high punt enabled him to prevent a return, The home forwards, now playing with great dash, led by W. Jones, Rich- ards, Jackson, and Morris, compelled the visitors to touch down twice in succession, nothing more of any not occurred until the whistle blew. Final score: Caerphilly, one goal, two tries, five minors; Penarth A, Nit ABERAMAN v. ABERCYNON. The above Junior League match was played on the ground of the former on Saturday lost. The visitors complain of the treatment meted out to them by the referee, and also of the rough character of the game, which necessitated two of tkeir forwards leaving the field early. This materially handicapped the visitors, but nevertheless, they crossed their opponents' line no less than half a dozen times, but the voice of the referee was against them each time. Only once were the homesters really dangerous, and although the game terminated in a draw there is no question as to the better team. An- other grave complaint to be made is that there was a Soccer game in progress on the same field, and the blowing of the two whistles great- ly interfered with the game. LLWYNYPIA SECONDS. Our last appeal in this paper to junior teams respecting fixtures with the Llwynypia Seconds ha.5 resulted in the arrangement of dates for a considerable number of matches. But there are many open dates still, and the secretary .would still like to hear from other junior teams with regard to filling up those dates. The team that will do duty for the Llwynypia second string next Saturday at home is as follows: —Full back, D. Bowen; three-quarters, G. Ritchie, 0. Royal, W. R. Williams, and W. H. Hire; half-backs, Dick Harris, and A. Lewis; for- wards, Joe Hellings (captain), Rees Jenkins, Dan Bowen, John Bowen, H.. Williams, S. Parry, G. David, Will. Williams. --0- May I ask some of my football correspondents ;0 devote a little more attention to the gume md players than to the state of the ground and he referee. I have now before me several re- sorts which deal far more lengthily with the ground, etc., than with the game. Life is short, md space precious, besides our comps. are tired )f setting "copy" which contain nothing but ales of the dismal swamp; and besides, the lino, 'el low threatens to strike. LLANTRISANT JUNIORS v. CHCRCR VILLAGE. This match was played on the Vicarage Feld, Llantrisanit, in dull weather, and before a. fair :rowd. Llantrisant kicked off, and immediately issumed the aggressive. The visitors retaliated 119 md conceded two minors. The Juniors, intent III winning, rushed the ball up the field, enabling lorgen to score an unconverted1 try. The game tow became very interesting, the defence shown >y the Juniors being execrflent. Nothing more vas scored in the first half, the result standing Llantrisant, one try, one minor; Church Vil- 150, two minors. The opening of the second half saw the home- sters attack strongly, securing a minor. After this scummaging took place on the centre lime, and a rush headed by Francis resulted in Llan- trisant leading by six points. A few minutes later another try was added to the Juniors' score, but was disallowed by the referee. Tho visitors now pressed hard, and had hard lines in not crossing. Time was called, leaving the score: Juniors, two tries, two minors; Church Village, two minors. The visitors were clean beaten in every depart- ment, their backs being thoroughly pulverised. The most conspicuous players were Johnay Wil- liams, Fri-vis, Tommy Williams, and Lukey. BILLIARDS. The first mateh played in the Conservative .,League fixtures at Ferndale came off last Thurs- day evening, when Merthyr opposed the home team. Both sides were fairly represented, and a most exciting game ensued, Merthyr having a most lucky win by 12, the scares being as below: MERTHYR. T. W. Davies U6. A. Berry 150 W. H. WiHiams W. Macdonald 79 C. A. Harris W. H. Meredith 150 W. G. Price 150 Whitehouse lis 1032 FERNDALE. W. Leach 150 James Murray 121 Thomas Burns 150 William Bees 150 G. Humphries 83 L. T. Lewis 231 T. B. WiDiama 79 T. Howells 150 1020 I CYCLING, AYLUFJr & Sours, Cycle Manufacturers 4 Repairers. for High Qrade Cycles. Daisy machines still lead the way for lightness and finish. Our 1898 Ladies' and Gent's Machines are still the local favourites. Send for 1898 Catalogue.-Daisy Cycle Works, Para- dise place, Queen-street. Cardiff. 4345
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The Rhondda Royal Glee Society at Widnes. In the Drill Hell, Widnes, on Monday even- ing, a concert was given by the above society, assisted by various artistes, before a crowded audience. Expectation had been raised high with regard t* this visit, but the realisation proved equal to the anticipation. A long pro- gamme of vocal and instrumental music included songs by Mr Tom Salathiel; Miss Parry contri- buted two harp solos, "Welsh Mtiiodies," and "Danse de Sylphs;" Madame Williams-Penn, a fine soprano, rendered with taste "The Swal- lows" and "For all eternity;" Miss Mabel Tans- ley's violin solos, Mascagni's "Intermezzo" and ^enaAvski's "Second Mjazurka," were both fully appreciated, the latter being a most fia- "■ ished performance and deservedly encored. Mr Dd. Jones, who possesses a rich baritone voice, was warmly applauded for his song, "Blow blow." In response for an encore he gave a capital laughing song. His "Queen of the Earth" was rendered in a sympathetic manner, fol which he was also recalled. Undoubtedly the favourite soloist was Eos Dar, a singer of a'.cient Welsh verse, who created much amuse- ment by a verse of Penillion, which was intensi- fied by introducing a Deference to the Widnes maidens. The glee society's items were ren- dered with the excellence and perfaotton of finish which has become proverbial to them. A com- plete command was maintained by Mr Tom Stephens, the various ports being controlled in a praiseworthy manner, the effect of light and shade being superb. This was seen to advan- tage in the descriptive piece, "The Tyrol," de- picting the atmospheric effects of that moun- tainous region. They also sang "Comrades in Arms" and "Night and Day." Their rendering v of Parry's "Pilgrim's Chorus" elicited an en- core, which was responded to with "The Men of Harlech," The various ingredients of the glee "Italian Salad" were taken in good part, the precision being admirable. The aooompan- ists were Messrs D. Jones and "Percie G. Smith.
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FUNERAL OF MR IDRIS THOMAS, YN YSHIii. We regret to record the death of Mr I'dris Thomas, Ynyshir, a well-known voloalstond brother to the celebrated soloist, Mr Gwilym Thomas. Mr Thomas died at the age of 47 on October 27th, after a short illness. His funeral, which took place on Monday, was well attended. The Rev E. C. Davies and the Rev J. Morgan, C.M., officiated. The musical arnragements were in the hands of Mr D. Brynaman Davies, Mr J. Howells, and Mr Tom Thomas, A.C. There was a large attendance of the singeae of the district, end the general opinion expressed was thait the singing was of an exceptional char- acter, quite in keeping with the services ren- dered by the deceased musician. The late Mr Idris Thomas was thoroughly respected by those who knew him, not only on account of his musi- ca' ability, but his modest demeanour at all times. Amongst those present we noticed Mr E. H. Davies, J.P., Mr J. Thomas, M.E., Standard Colliery; Mr W. J. Thomas, Bryn, awel, and a large number of the members of the different churches in the district. The greatest sympathy is felt for Mrs Thomas, the- widow, and her five little orphans, and Mr Gwilym Thomas, and Mrs Michael Thomas, the surviving brother and sister of the deceased.
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