Glamorgan Free Press

ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS. Rev W. L Morris.—Your article of last week was unavoidably held evec. and would have appeared tUia wsek, but as we find it is pub- in •. "C--temporary, and will probably elicd ,L %x.- reluctantly make the sacri- fice tit ourselves of the privilege (of of the controversy.

IVjustard and Cress. ♦ Tha rainfall registered at Maesderwen,Pont- ypridd, during February v,-as 4.08 inches, ao compared witii 3.01 during the corresponding "P'-riod of year. A yevng oierio in wiring the death of his child to nator at Pentre recently did so in the rolicwing original manner: -"The angels L,.vc, taken away Theodore." A WC-Lil Bard has put the divisions in the Church in good verse: Mmar Eglwys oil yn ferw, 0 gynhyriiadau ehwerw, 0 b ..?rwy&d gwaith defodwyr hy1 Yn coi: ic llvgru'i henw. Tha Cardiff Law Society last week presen- ted Mr J. Cole r. so Jones, solicitor. Pontypridd, v-ith a nuiiilver of volumes upon the latest con- veyancing work.? as a mark of their apprecia- tion of Mr Jcc.es taking a placo in the hon- ours division, in his last, examination. We c/cr deep sympathy with the Rev E. Richard-i, Tonypandy, in his bereavement in the of Lis aged mother, who resided at Ammaufwd. Mr Richards' activity in all movements. and his intensely enthusias- ccn.notions, has earned for him a very justifiable prominence in local matters. On Thursday, the 23rd in.se., the shop assis- tants of Pontypridd, and the Rhondda Valleys intend making Mr Tom John, editor of the "Free Press, Mr G. P. Roberts, late see. retary cf the Pontypridd branch, the recipients of copies tiv; illuminated address recently presented f r, Sir Charles Dilke by those gentlemen en behalf of the local shop assis- tants. It is ru?nonnKl that a most fashionable Jcv- wedding take place shortly at Poutv- pridd seals hitherto unprecedented in 1,h anruts of the history of the Rhondda Val- ley. On-a 'Inc. contracting .parties is the daughter of a welLkr.ov.-n tradesman in the Valiey. Raaiocr <a.ho hath it that the several tnemberr; cf tho family intend following suit in th.: n-i'ir The fnsnd.s c" a certain debt collector .'n Pentre doing their -utmost lat-ely to convince liar Uu.1 the twentieth century com ■fences on of January, 1901. Up to tho pre.i,;?, tiej have not succeeded, and if the aforesaid collector wastes much more time and energy ir, trying to solve the problem, it I will bi M-iii wonder if his peregrinations, will Tiot talri a co:; Bridgendwards. not talri a :)¡' Bridgendwards. Tfcero are twelve ycung men in the towii <xi Apploi.cn, Wisconsin, U.S.A., who held that .a yc-ntig man married is a young man t marred, <,n.; who profess to believe in the soundnei-i of M" Punch's celebrated advice to people ah-jiit to marry. And so they have Landed t^etusci.e-> together in a secret coven- aul have ci< ri.stened themselves "Marble- hearts." Wo do not know what particular kind of n.ari>io is m their minds, but their (mains mast be ''streaky." for the conditions oi th& league a-o tl-iat if any member falls away tl into th: heresy of matrimony, he must forfeit a sum of uioner-' to the others. In this wa.y cash individual em ox the Marblehearts is ¡ practically mrgaped in a scheme to get his brethren trvnned. in the hopes that he may [ fiold cut I >n.gc5f; and pocket the accumulated j penalties. Tn th? effort to entangle his friend'? it is bighiy p rotable that each of the youug 1 prigs will caught himself. We may be quite sura ih. too young women of Appletcn Wisconsin, U.S.A., will sooner or later dis- cover th", i'irvl:by of the twelve Marblehearts and run th; ia to earth. "You Cfin with half aa 1:<1.1; FKAKK THOKA.S C'My Hatter,") SELLS the Bat. For Ps ricincr and Û;J.8S Shoes c.f ail 'scripriiw go to Free Press Budding?, ¡3. Taff Street, PontvrrUM. 4539 Te.. Tee. T." —vhv is T. Harris'lea like the British Army i Because ic cacnofc be beaten Try it. SOW

ili.nf;sb OF THE VICAR OF LLvV YNYPlA. We ^ret ,o -nnounce serious illness of the Viciir Liwynypia. Last Thursday he took in c{iening function of the New library, hut, afttr he wen; home he was taken ill The ni-.di'.ai report gives the infonnation that r."<jjar.>n;« t supervened. The expres- sions of -vf\: iifcy are very general, and great anxiety evinced throughout the dis- trict. A-, are going to press the reports are nwr i vou rablc.

The Rs.r Stealing Case at Treorky- ADJOURNED HEARING. The a.<i j .-amad heiuing of this case took place at Porth Police Court on Thursday, before Mi1 f aatius Williams (Stipendiary). Dr Ivor L'jw. and Dr Parry. Mr D. W. Jor.cs. Kiiicitor. Ventre, pnjieared for the defence, P-,1,3 Mr .fjigiedew. of Cardiif, pro&ceut"d on Indialf of the Taft Vale Railway Companj. The evi.i'-v.ee given on Monday was repeated, er Mr -hn Haubam, employed under the n M -it brewery as dispuch clerk, proved ■ aatch of the four casks of beer in que*ni:. '> being part oi a con,-ti^ninent Bent to "v v on the 3rd February. Each ct the » now pleaded to the offences v ore charged with. Anther cLiar,E; ,ji iiirt of a from W,t:.r:I)H t the Treorky Tail" A .c HaiL wav -siditui on tlie 4th Febnvvry was pre- fzrred it-< c* prisoners Joseph Davies -.oi l Stephen Evidence was given that the truss r, ,d been torn by i sharp in- sLrument. ■ mendiary observed that ex- amining thin- see whether it was worth et^elin? Ta :taaling. Tliis case was, therefore. •ilad on that point. In respect t, the ,,1, 'hnft in the first ease against •j.,seph T i. M ;1 Stephen Plenty, the Sti- pendiary !t a really substantial offence lid be;>T1 '.c' and that they hod lost t "ir cb".h* 'bs rwnsgression. They N"-Fe S(li" 1 "rr) -or 14 v''th iinnl !a" tour. Martha Davies he under- stood that r—acting under the coercion cf their hwhr" as she hu1 probably done, re net 11r, ♦hrrefore the case against her would he ("'r,1,1 on that point. Jane Da- viis and Ili- V't^er David Hughes 'or receiv- the ..1-1"1, nronerty, knowing it to have lien stot" would have to be imprisoned for cac- day and pay the costs of the prosecution, Trhnb -,I to £4- 12s 6d. fTbe former ear!«e cf tb?« case i« Tforfed on page 2.]

Things Theatrical. ITOYAL CLARENCE THEATRE. "The Golden Chance," which is being per- formed by Mr James Stephens' London Com- pany. is having a successful run at the Clar- ence Theatre this week. The company is a capable one, and the drama. affords much scope for the artistes' undoubted abilities. The staging and sceiuc effects are all that could be de-sired. "P AFL KAUVAR. Next week the great Drury Lane clrnma, "Paul Kauvar, or the Reign of Terror," wiD be staged at our popular local playhouse hy Mr Walter Sealbv's London Company. The play is a story of the French Revolution, and wedl-illustrates (some of the inhuman scenes enacted during the time of that historic butch- cry. A clever company, a good drama, and excellent and effective scenery, should meet with their reward by bumper houses.

Proposed flew Police Court for Ystrad. Dunug the 'Court. proceedings at Ystrad on Monday, the yitting magistrates, Mr Ignatius Williams (stipendiary), Alderman Richard Lewis, Councillors E. H. Davies, J. D. Wil- liams. M.F.H., retired to examine the plans of the Bailey's estate with a view of selecting a site for the proposed new Police Court buildings at Ystrad. At present the Courts are being held at. James' Hall, Pentre, which i.1 very incommodious and very unsuitable for the holding of the Courts. There is also a considerable subsidence taking place on the side of the Valley at this spot, and it was only quite recently that the building had to be renovated owing to this. The plans of the new buildings were submitted by the agent of the Bailey's estate, but it is understood that no decision was arrived at.

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Treforest. A rf-hearsal was given by the Treforest Mnle Vcice Society at the Wesley Chapel en Sunday evening, when there wa.s a large attendance. Mr R Lane presided. The party, under the cor.duetorship of Mr D. Davies, gave a splen- did rendering of "The Last Days of Pompeii, the test pieco the following day at the Penarth Eisteddfod. This was followed with a song by Mr D. J. Williams. The party again fa- voured with "The Destruction of Gaza," after which Mr Walter Lewis (Pontypridd), gave "Arm, arm ye brave." The party were once more heard in "Hushed in Death, a. piece they are practising for the Cardiff National Eis- teddfod, and the, concluding item was "Lead, kii-dly light," by Mr T. Dummer. Miss Bella The mus ably accompanieS.

Porth. A rare treat is provided in the visit or Messrs Pooles up-to-date Myriorama to Porth Town Ball for six nights, commencing Mon- day next. The fame of Messrs Poole is known far and wide, and the myriorama now pre- sented eclipses even their former fine efforts. The fall of Omdurman, and the historic charge of the 21st Lancers, are vividly depic- ted, together with views of the Spenish-Arneri- can war. In addition an excellent variety entertainment of songs, dances, acrobatic per- formances, and the myriograph, will be given full particulars of which will be found in our advertising solumns.

Trealaw. A meeting, presided over by His Honour Judge Gwilym Williams, was held at Seion Methodist Vestry en Monday afternoon to in- augurate a movement whereby to secure the services of one of the Queen's Nurses for this disirict. His Honour very lucidly explained the aims and objects of the noble institution where these nurses are trained. He pointed out tha.t the sole aim of the institution was to benefit directly the working classes, and the nurses appointed to the various districts are Lo work under the direction of the medical fraternity. The proposal wias heartily taken Ill,) and is now practically fait accompli. Tht- following officers were appointed: President, Mrs Judge Gwilym Williams; vice-presidents, Mrs Councillor J. D. Williams, Clydach Court, Mrs Councillor D. W. Davies, Macsyffrwd; trea-urer, Mr J. D. Williams, J.P.; secretary, Mr Morgan Rees. Schools. The genial Judge had secured before convening the meeting annual donations, amounting to £ 40, and IUl. additional £"18 "were subscribed in the room. It appears that 281) per annum must be guar- anteed before an application for the services of a nurse will be entertained. We, however, fer: snngpine that the necessary amount will J hr lorfhcomimr without, any difficulty. The best thanks of the meeting were conveyed to Hi Honour "the Judge and Mrs Williams for tbf humane interest, taken by them to thus alWiate the sufferings of the sick poor. The fallowing subscriptions have been received: 'fF: Honour Judge Gwilym Williams. £10; Mrs Llewelyn, Baglon, £10: Mr Hood, Llwyn- ypia. £ 5; Mr Insole, £ 5; Miss Williams. Ken7?:.rt7ton, £ 2 2s; Mr Williams. Clvdach Court, £ 2; Mrs Davie,?. Maesyffynon, £ 1 10s; Mrs 1)r Evan Davies. £ 1 is; Mrs Evans (Tur. berville), Pl Is; Mrs Williams. Cynog Villa. £ 1 Is; Mrs Thomas Jones. Maidny, Ynyshir, El ls; ULss Ada. Jones, £ 1; Mrs Councillor D. W. Davies, £1; Col. Turberville, 91; The Vicarage, Ystrad, zCl, Mrs Davies, Maesyrhaf, £ 1; Mrs Jones, Graigddu, 10s 6d; Mr Law- rcn, 10s 6d; Mrs T. 1. John, Schools, 10s 6d, Councillor David Williams, 10s 6d; Mrs Jones, Bryn Amlwg, 10s 6d; Mrs Evans, Miskin Hc.tel, 10s 6d; Mrs Dobson, 10a 6d; Mrs Wil- liams, Brvngolen. 10s 6d; Mr Thomas Jones, Bute Hotel, 10s 6d; Mrs D. W. Richards, 10s 6d; Mrs Roberts, 10s 6d; Mrs Davies, Gellifeulog, 10s 6d; Mr Owen (late Dare Inn), 10s Gd; Rev Young Jones, 10s 6d; Mr Daniel Thomas (Post Office), 10s 6d; Mr William Richards, grocer, 10s 6d; Mrs Morris, 10s 6d; Mr D. R. Jones, 10s; Rev H. M. Ellis, 5s; Mrs Hoyie, 5s; Mrs Jenkins, grocer, 5s; Mrs D. W. Thomas, 5s; Mrs Williams (Laurels), 5s; Mr William Evans (mason), 5s; Miss Da- vies (Graigddu), 5s; Mrs Davies (Eagle Stores), 5s; Mra John Davies, grocer, Trealaw Road, 2s 63; Miss Thomas, Llwynmadog, has also promised a donation.

Ton. We arc glad to announce that Mr Edward D. Thomas, Ocean Offices, Treorky, has been appointed organist to the Hebron Welsh Bap- tist Chapel, Ton. Mr Thomas, who is well- known in the locality commenced his duties on Sunday last- We wish Mr Thomas further success in this particular direction. The Hebron Choir, Ton, acquired a great and unprecedented distinction last week, when they so successfully performed the cantata, "The Burning Ship" at the Drill Hall, Pen- tre. The occasion was a memorable one, both from a musical and financial point of view. Every preparation had been made to train the choiv up to a pitch of excellence, and under tho able conduetorship of Mr D. J. Price, they ably acquitted themselves, and fairly stormed the audiences. The artistes, one and all, wera most favourably received, the renderings both in the miscellaneous portion and the perform- ance bng really appreciable. The appear- ance of that promising soprano, Miss Sarah James, Cwmpark, was quite welcome, and her singing was really fine. We hear that Miss James intends entering on a course of study, and if events already forecasted prove satis- factory, the Academy may receive another daughter of "Gwlad y Gan" into the fold. We predict a brilliant future for her, and her par- ticularly sweet voice only needs further cuL tivation to ensure a, permanent success. A repetition of the performance by the Hebron Choir is being mentioned as a means of ren- dering Miss James assistance, and it would be a glorious help. From a. financial point of view the performance must of necessity prove a huge success. The spacious hall was filled to overflowing on both nights, a large number being refused admittance. To the excellence ot the concerts, with the indefatigable efforts of the officials, we attribute this hearty re- sponse by the public. The committee, who worked up the affair, are to be congratulated on t.fc:i' untiring efforts, which exacted fuch a surprising appreciation. We compliment them, and the responsible official who under- h ok the secretarial duties. Mr T. R. Thomas Bee Hive, who most arduously sacrificed time and labour in devotion to the cause which he so Jiobly upheld. Mr Thomas deserves oar credit for the businesslike and successful man- ner in which he manipulated the preliminary business which ultimately turned out so mag- nificent. It is rumoured that the choir intend repeating the performance in their owo locali- t- at an early date, and also intend visiting other localities in the immediate neighbour- hood. If they should clo so, the reputation griined by them last week will have sufficient influence to prove another powerful attrac- tion.

Penrhiwceiber. Sr. David'd Day was celebrated in our town et the long room of the Lee Hotel, when a large number of friends met together to par- take of a sumptuous sapper under the presi- dency of Mr S. Shipton, clerk to the Llan- wonuo School Board. The carving knives were manipulated by the host, Mr R. Bevan, and Mr E. T. Richards. All present enjoyed themselves to their hearts' content. After the repast a social meeting was held. Mr Shipton presided, Mr E. T. Williams acting as vice- chairman. Toasts were proposed as foHows: "Tha Queen and Royal Family-" and "The Army and Navy," by the chairman,, which was ably responded to by Mr Willie Shipton, soli. eitcr. "Town and Trade" was proposed by Mr D. Davies (Davies* Bros.), and responded to humourously by Mr D. A. Morgan, butcher, "District Council," proposed by Mr W. A. Morgan, and responded to gracefully by Mr T. BevaH. D.C. A toast to "The. Host and Hostess" was proposed by the chairman, and was responded to by Mr R. Bevan in a most hemely manner. Old Dewi Sant, of course, was referred to during the meeting, and the toast to the ancient festival was passed with acclamation. All the happy company left after a very enjoyable evening. The host and hostess are worthy of commendation for tlieir kind reception of the party. On Thursday afternoon the Nonconformist Ministerial meeting met at the residence of tit. Rev R. Thomas, and under the host's pre- sidency, when a debate took place on the sub- ject: "Whieh is the ultimate authority in re ligion: The Bible or the Church?" The Rev W. R. Jdnes (ii.), took the side of the Bible, whilst Rev W. L. Powell (C.M.), took the church. A most edifyiing discussion was heard, and it was evident that the meeting was in favour of the Bible. The two gentle- mer handle] the subject most ably. After thv meeting a cup of tea was enjoyed, Mr S. Thomas presiding. A most hearty vote of I thanks v-as accorded to the host, and hostess for their kind reception of the fraternity. The next meeting will be held at the residence of the Rev T. Anthony, Mcuntain Ash, m-Lnii tiii Rev T. Williams is expected to submit an outline sermon. On Saturday morning an interesting wed- ding took place at Carmel Chapel, Rev R. Thcmas officiating, the contracting parties being Mr Silas Morris and Miss Mary Ann Thomas, daughter of the late Mr Morgan Thomas, fireman at Nixon's Colliery. The best man was Mr W. Idris Thomas, a.nd the -31aggie Thomas, the bride's sister. The front of the sacred edifice was crowded wiih spectators, and a good quantity of rice wn" thrown over the happy pair as a token cf best wishes. On Sunday Miss Rosina Davies, the evangel- lei, preached at Hermon in. the afternoon and pi. T%, morning and evening.

Ystrad. IJ. Gkca r Si'i.'cess.—We all rpyr ember Profeseor Desnin0' a few v««r« aaro coming amongst, us a pe. feet ,,1.IR>r. ani! it i8 worth noting to-day that he has live places or bmd[¡e9 whore lie may be consulted f row of < t n sny complaint or disease whttevr. Something like IHIQO persons have had his treatment a IK1, muny who were c-tititifier--d Incarabic are living t'stimoirals 0'his great ftkill. His residence is 2: :>(.]1 Terrace. Pontypridd, oppmiire Tuff Station, where be may 1.1:' en/lsulter1 personally or by letter. Bii.-ine-.s tutors all day Wednesdnyg and Saturdays, nnd until 1I"n otl.er days. Ystrad Temptrariew f-oremer-'in! il.'te'. Tuf-s jjye, 2 until 7.;<Ü, opposite Kaiiwny R.xiais uiso at K^rudiiie CHditY, lld Mfrthyr. woiU> is; Actions apeak lou'ler wurd". [4021

-> Ll i-, Parry's Forthcoming Lecture r Concert. As will be seen in. oer advertising column, Dr Joseph Hurry, the graaA-cst musician 01 Wales, will pay a io Pontypridd on Mon- day, March 27th, 1893, when he will deliver his popular lecture conceit on the Great Master Musicians, v. all musical illustrations. This lecture cone rL has been delivered by the Doc- tor several times now ia America, London, and several Provincial towns, oLd is immensely popu'uv, ami the fact that dates have been booked far into the summer without a. break, shows that a, Ion, felt want in the midst of musicians now being supplied by him. The vocal art; engaged to illustrate the several masten, v..aks arc Ma-.iarae Ashworth Hughes, and Madaoif Pollie Rowland-Davies; Dr Parry himself will also sing. Madame Hughes, in her ilhistrts*. ve solos, will sing Mozart's melo- dious "IVve Song," asio the artisiie scena of that ;>CTcare of soog (Beethoven), viz., "Ah! P'erildo. Madame Davies oivill give specimens, in the midst of which we find Schuben's (the world's greatest song writer) "Erl King." The Pontypridd Town Choir will also render illustrations (choral) cf Mendels- sohn's work, and violin illustrations will be given by Miss Deborah Rees. Pour talented pianists have bwn chosen for the instrumental illustrations, viz.. Miss Lily Richards, of the County Schools, and Miss Ethel Lee, Penarth, both cf exceptional ahility, one of whom is well-known to Pontypridd audiences. and greatly admired. The other two are younger, viz., Miss Edith Maud Rowland and Miss De- borah Rees, both scholarship winners, who show promise of a- brilliant career in the work they eiro so devoted to. We need not urge any musician to attend this concert, as we feel sure all interested in music will feel it a privi- lege to listen and learn the traits and char- aeterhiies of these Great Masters coining from the great, master mind of Welsh musicians. But we would like to point out to parents that have sons and daughters learning the art of music, and who possibly cannot send them to colleges, etc.. th:11 Dr Parry in his lecture would assist them materially, if they attend and take notes as all students have to do under their Master lectures. Independent of the lecture there will be a first class concert of music alone, as only the best music of the Masters will be sung and played, and you will have the advantage of understanding it in the light of the lecture. The Masters expounded will be Mozart, Beet-, hoven, Schumann, Schubert, and Mendelssohn. This new feautro in music will. we have no I donbt, be thoroughly appreciated by all music loving pcorle, and we hope to see many more I concerts of this class a cranged for.

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The World of Pastime. — By "The Sporting Scribe." There was more sunshine at Llwynypia on Monday, and there was again a. match. This time Hanelly were the visitors, ard bv the large crowd that lined the ropes, it was evi- dent that the scarlet runners arc great fa- ourites in the Rhondda. Considering th tt the game at Llanelly had ended in a draw f one goal each, there were not a few among the home supporters who thought that the "blue and black brigade" would emerge vic- torious. There were others again more cau- tious, who took into account the hard games of the preceding Thursday and Saturday, and were of opinion that the homesters would be forced to submit to a defeat. Indeed, it dfd seem as if Llanelly were going to carry all be- fore them,, for in a few minutes after the kick off they were off towards their opponents' goal in beautiful fashion, and attacked vigorously. After a time they were driven back, but again they came, and some informality on the part 0 Llwynypia gave them a finely-kicked penal- ty goal. For a time after this play waged for the most part in the middle of the field, first one side and then the other, combining clever play with great dash. The first part of the first half had slipped by before Llewelyn intercepted a pass meant for an opponent,and dashing through in his own style scored a very pratty try. At the interval each side had three points to their credit. The second half wa* quite as interesting as the first half had been. First,. Ben Morgan scored a pretty try due in great part to the younger Usher,who was assisting Llwynypia at half. Then Gabe Scored an equally fine try for Llanelly, and equalised matters. Before this, it may be mentioned Evan Lloyd, for Llanelly, and the elder Usher, who was playing centre for Llwynypia, had distinctly hard lines in not scoring tries. The latter, after making an exceedingly fine strong run right through the Llanelly defence had the misfortune to. fall right on the line. Both full backs gave a good display, particularly Saundcr, who gave tt very highly finished display, and was super- ior to Williams. The three-quarters on both sides also played finely, particularly the Llan- elly quartette. They gave a nicer combined display' than the homesters. Their passing was bettei, timed, and the passes were better given and taken, and their play was very pretty to watch. The pass of the wing to his centre was exceedingly well done, and often took the homesters unawares. Evan Lloyd, Morgan Williams, and Gabe played very fine- ly together, and the try scored by Gabe was a beauty. Llewelyn, who had travelled as fast n3 possible from the land of Cakes for this match, scored a try in characteristic style, but he was not, neither could it be expected, up to his usual form. Usher wag the better of the centres, and be gave a. very creditable display, his defence and. strong runs being quite a feature. He waft, however, not quite so good at fielding the ball, and wa.i rather slow in pieking up. Ben Phillips and Morgan were not far behind as regards merit, and were very sound, if not so conspicuous as usuaL Usher and Hillman did not oi all playa bad game together, but the b()¡.jt half Oil the field was- Davies for LlaneHy. The forwards were pretty evenly matched,but there is no doubt that the homesters were not going so strong as their opponents at the end Bu t through and through, neither pack could claim much of an advantage, for both gave a good di.piay on all the phases of forward play. Hcllings played liis usual hard game. Of the oihers,. Atkins puid Bob Jones wera the. most noticeable. To sum up, it was a delightful game, played in the best of spirit with pretty incidents' in the play throughout, and taken all iri all, a draw about represents the play. --0- MOUNTAIN ASH v. LLWYNYPIA. There was some sunshine at Llwynypia last Thursday. There was, also, straiige to say, a football match. Mountain Ash. old rivals, wero the visitors, and a large crowd turned ouc to enjoy the luxury of witnessing a keen and interesting struggle. The first half was very stubbornly contested,, and no side could claim much of an advantage as far as the play went. But at the interval, Mountain Ash were three points ahead owing to a brilliant try after a magnificent run by Llew. Deere. The second half went entirely in the favour of the homesters,, who attacked throughout, buc a finely-dropped goal by Saunders was only score, and thus Llwynypia were left vic- tors by a single point. Llwynypia have thus won the two League encounters with Mountain Ash, and are credited with four points at the expense of their old rivals. It was a game remarkable for the number of penalties gran- ted,. but though this is so, the referee is to b" commended for the strict impartiality with which be ruled the game. -0-- Saunders was superior to his vis-a.-vis at full hiCk. Both made mistakes, but the home cuscouian fielded much cleaner, and kicked with infinitely better judgment. At three quarter. Jack was about as good as his master, with neither anything very brighl. The home centresscemed. to be slow and weak in attack, but defended splendidly. The same may be said of the opposing centres, of whom Ned Jenkins was the better. The wings on both sides were good. Deere played a very fin<- game, and scared a sensational try early on. Both sides brought off many bouts of passing but it was far too slow and unmethodica o bring much advantage. The baives. too, were fairly evenly matched. Hillman played a good game for the homesters, as also did Jack Da vies who, though somewhat slow, showed de- cided promise. The opposing halves were too often on the wrong side of the serum, and their otf-3ide tactics might have cost their side dearly. --0-- Each pack of forwards played a hard, strong game. Each tried Vy every means possible, to outmasriCEuvre the other.. Long, loose scrums and 15ew decently-lormed compact ones were thr- trder of the- day. Neither could claim rniK fl advantage,, as each had about an equal share of the game. To sum up, it was a game remarkable for the scarcity of exciting inci dents, and for the number of free kicks—~ game in which it was a good team that lost and a better that won. A lucky win, some will say, but certainly weiLdeserved. EBBW VALE v. LLWYNYPIA. On Saturday there was some more sunshine at Lhvvnvnia. There was also another match -witti Ebbw Vale. The games between hhw Vale and Llwynypia have always been inter. esting and always keen and close. Considering tIJlÜ Llewelyn. Hellings, and Alexander were away in Scotland, the homesters accomplished what must be considered a smart performance in vanquishing the mon from MonmotHfesturo by 10 points to nil. Without at all being a great game, it was yet delightfully free and open, and never uninteresting, and the win- ners thoroughly deserved their victory. th full backs played a very good game. particularly Saunders, who howed form much superior to, Thursday, good as that wa.s. Hi iUdgCd' anot of ^ndid length. At three-quarter, the homesters held tjc han<, for they combined much better than their opponents. They gave a.nd took their passes nicely, and used capital judgment throughout, with the result that Foster and Ben Phillips scored two very fine tries. In- deed, the display of the centres was infinitely better than that of the preceding Thursday. Ben Morgan and W. D. Thomas on the wing though they bad little to do in the way of at- tGck, defended admirably. Ben Morgan made one particularly fine nm in the first half, while Thomas might have scored in the second half from a pass by Ben Phillips had he chosed to g" on himself. The opposing quartette,though very sharp and active, and though they brought off one or two' pretty movements, were lack- ing a gcod deal in combination. Kerton wag the best. At half matters were fairly equal. Stevens, to whom a trial was being given for Llwynypia, let his side down badly on many occasions, but towards the end he played a greatly improved game, and made many pretty openings. --0- At forward, too, neitner side could claim much of an advantage. The visitors were heavier and somewhat superior in footwork, but in the. serum, and in combinaiton with their backs they were a good deal inferiur to the homesters. The home forwards are to be com- mended on their display, considering the vigor- ous game against Mountain Ash a day or two before. Albert Powell. Bob Jones, and At- kins were the most conspicuous, the latter or whom, by the way, displayed exceedingly clever head work on one or two occasions.

GLAMORGAN CitlUKET LEAGUE. The annual general meeting of the Glamor- gan Crickct L fxigue. wa-s heki at tlm Park Hotel on Wednesday. Mr W. J. Charles (Plymouth, Merthyr) presided over a good at- tendance of representatives of affiliated" clubs. The balance-sheet was read old adopt, which shewed a balance in hand of £ 5 4s 7d. The chairman remarked that it was very satisfac- tory, the strike having a great effect with the finances of every club in the league. Major Morgan Lindsay, R.E. J.P., C.C., was re-elec- I t.i president for the third consecutive season. The vice-presidents were all re-electei. Mr J. T. Lcfeaux, treasurer, and Mr Edmund J. Ley. slioii, hon. secretary. Mr Clarke spoke of the good work done by Mr Leyshon, and said that it was through him the League was in- such & flourishing conditioa. The secretary reported tha'. he had arranged the interleague match with the Cardiff and District Cricket League to lie played at Aberaman on Thursday, July 20th. A trial match will probably be playeit R Mountain Ash or Pontypridd before that date. The meeting was then odjomned tilt the first Wednesday in April.

TREORKY C RK'KET CLUB. On Monday evening the Treorky. Cricket Club held their annual meeting. Mr Tom Williams occupied the chair. The balance- sheet as presented by the secretary, showing. a balance on the wrong side, was a. somewhat painful item. but it was adopted, with hopes of clearing same immediately- In taking intfoo consideration the advisability of playing matches next year, the club had appointed » deputation, consisting of Councillor W. T. ,P Jones, Messrs W. H. Owen, and Tom Morgan, to wait upon Mr Jenkins, Y stradfeeban. with a view of obtaining the YstradfecJton Ground for the club. This was thought tt), &e the only chance of re-establishmg ttie team. It was, therefore, a matter of congratulation and joy t) hear the favourable report, presented by irouncillor Jones, who stated that Mr Jenkins had consented to the request of the club, an announcement which was received with all- round enthusiasm and appoiuse. The election of officers for the forthcoming season was then proceeded with. Mr W. Jenkins, J.p. Ys- tradfechan, was unanimously ejected presi- dent A large number of influential gentlemen were elected vice-presidents.. For the position* of officers of the club there were several nomi- nations, which resulted in close and enthusiasm tic voting. Dr J. R. Armstrong was elected captain, with Mr T. Ffiloon as vice-oaptaic. Mr W. T. Jones, D.C., was unanimously elec- ted secretary. The following were elected on the committee,, together with above officials. Dr A. G. Tribe and' Messrs Bumyeat, W. H- Owen, T. J. Davies, H- Chalke, Tom Morgan. and T. Williams. The question of forming Second XI. and Thursday teams was referre<l to the committee. Hearty votes of thanks I were accorded the deputation and the chair- man, and there are every prospects of thoroughly successful season. The secretary has already arranged a number 01 fixturelt which will include all the League teams. and a number of other leading teams. The new ground at the disposal of the team should command the best fixtures possible, for whern efficiently prepared, it, will be difficult to sur- pass. a Printed and Published by the Proprietors «ti the "Glamorgan Free "Press" "Printing Works 22, Taff Street, Pontypridd, Parish of PontyL, pridd, County of Glamorgan. *ATttHPAY, M4BCB 11, IM* pridd, County of Glamovgan. F%ATURPALY, IUlICD 11., itsk

Valuable Sale of Property at Pontypridd. At the New Inn Hoffel, Pontypridd. en Wednesday, Mr R. T. Richards, sold by pub- It auction three houses in Taff street. The lirsl lot iras the shop and premises occupied by Mr Z. Beech, china dealer, for a term of 21 year- from September, 1894, at an annual rent, of £ 50, the premises being held under lease for 99 years from May, 1841, and the twe houses, 68, Taff stret, and one in Gas Road boin- occupied by Messrs C. and T. Gibbon. The whole of the premises were sold to Mr Z. Beech for £ 2.270. The solicitors to the veIL dors were Messrs Davies and Williams, Ponty- pridd.

Funeral of Mrs. Prichard, Llwynypia. The funeral of the late Mrs Pritchard took putce on Monday at the Methodist Chapel, Tonyrefail. Before tlt-e cortege left the Louse the Rev E. Talfryn Jones officiated. The gathering at Llwynypia was large and repre- sentative.. and on the wa.y it gradually assumed vc-ry great proportions. At the. chapel the Rev E. T. Jones based his remarks upon the tii-st portion of the 5th Chapter of 2nd Corin- thiuns: "For know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved vre hive a. building of God, an house lot made with hands, eternal in t heavens," etc. etc. Th' Rev Lewis Morgan (C.ML), Tonyrefail, spoke -at the graveside, and the "t.'v Gwrid Lewis (Cong.), Tonyrefail, concluded by pray- er. Wreaths were received from the follow- ing Mr and Mrs Spencer Morgan (cousin), (jTiIiingworth. Yorkshire; the staff cf the In- fant School., Tonyrefail, and the staff cf tha Mixed Scheoi, Tonyrefail. The mourner* were Mr W. C. Prichard (husband;, Mary Evelyn, Evan Thomas (father), Tonyrefail; Miss E. Thomas, Tonyrefail (sister); Mr and Mrs Lewis Jenkins, Gilfach (sister), Mr David Thomas, Tynybryn, Tonyrefail (brother,). Rev and Mrs Prichard, Tcityrefa.il (pai-;|ats-m law), Mr John Prichard, Ebbw Vale; Mr Ernest Prichard, Aberaman; Mr and Mrs T. H Prichard, Abcrtillery (brothers-in-law), Mr and Mrs Samuel Thomas, Treorky (aunt;. Mr D-J.vi,! Thoniuus, Cymmer (uncle), Mr Moses Powell, Yny.hir (uncle), Br and Mrs D. P. (Jecrgc, Tonyrefail (sister-in-law). Miss Bessie Prichard, Tonyrefail (sister-in-law), and Mr: Jones, Campbell Terrace, who had nursed the diseased in J'ær illness. Among tbs general public were noticed: Mr Sam Evans, J.P., ami Mrs Evans, Treferig; Mr Dan Evans, agent, Glamorgan Collieries. Llwynypia.; Mr Win. Evans, D.C., Tonyrefail; Mr J. Davies, mana- 'er. Garth, Maesteg; Mr William Willixtns, ■"■(.nager, South Rhondda Colliery, Li. ran; Mr James Lawrence, Penrhiwfer; Mr ,T,bn Edwards, cashier. Gilfach; Mr T. A. Arthur and Miss Lobb and staffs. Tor„>refad Schools; Rev Edward Stephens (Ch.), Tonyr- efail; Mr J. Herapath, Post Office, Tonyr- efail; Mr Evan Williams, schoolmaster. Glyn- ogwr: Councillor J. R. Evans, Llwynypia; Mrs Tom John and family, Llwynypia; Rev T M. Rees (B.), Zoar, Penygraig: Mr David Griffiths, under-rnanoger, Llwynypia; Mr and Mrs James Lloyd. Llwynypia; and Mr John Davies. Offices, Llwynypia.

Pontypridd. Tea, Tea, Tea.—Why is T. Harris' Te* like the British Army :j Because it cannot be beaten! Trv it. 4510 "You can see with half an eye" that PRANK 1'HOMAS ('• My Hatter,") sells the best 3/9 Hat. 2838 Council candidates' portraits taken and blocks supplied at short notice by THOS. FORSJSST and SONS, Cambrian Studio, Pontypridd. 2871 At Tabernacle Chapel, next Sunday evening, iiiC pastor, Rev J. R. Jones, will preach, and Miss Mary Thoa:«-i, Treforest, will sing a. solo. Half a pound of 1/4 Tea, pleise. Mother says it is the best in town at the ,,r:ce." T. Harris, 75, Taft Street, Pontypridd. 4549 Graig Presbyterian Hall.-N(-xt Sunday at 6 p.m., Rev. J. 1:1 Otveu will prtach on. "In His Steps, or what would Jesus do ? All are invited A sale of property, situate in Coedpenmaen, m-,a- held by Mr Harry Davies at the Maltsters' Arm, on Wednesday last. The bidding was very spirited, and after a keen competition, the lot was disposed of at a good price. For Best and Cheapest Working Boots at 3s lid, h 6d. 4s lid, and 5s lid, go to Davies, FREE PRESS Buildings, 23. Taff street, Pontypridd. 453S) Seats may be booked at Messrs Thompson and &tiiu>kella for the Frederic Griffith and Lletvela lhivies Ci'Heert on Ràter Monday any day between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. after 21st F.-bruary. 4599 At the Wesley Sunday School on Sunday afternoon, book prizes were awarded the fol- lowing scholars by way of encouragement foi collecting various amounts for the Missionary Society. The recipients were: Miss Mabel Coombes, Master Eddie Coombes, Master Wil- lie Ellis, Miss Florrie Houghton, Master James Beech, Miss L. Paynter, Miss Ethel Harries, Miss Jessie. Marchant, Miss Cissie Coombes, and Miss Minnie Singer. After the distribu- tion, Miss Lily Houghton very nicely sang, "I sat alone with life's memories." For all kinds of Game go to* FENNELL'S, 12, Market street, Pontypridd (opposite the Post Office). PORTRAITS painted in Oil by G. F. HACKER fro II hitting or from photo, and fram"d in any style —Arcade studio, Pontypridd. 4559 I On Thursday the Young People's Society of Christian Endeavour in connection with the iraig Forward Movement Church held their first annual social gathering. A large num- by came to the St. David's banquet, and did ample justice to the good things provided. It, Ine evening a public meeting was held. when an address was delivered by the Rev T. Jones Davies, Llanbradach. The rev. gentleman gave a very powerful address on "The Duties of Endeavours and the Church in Relation to the Christian Endeavour Society." The words of the speaker were very timely, and if the En- deavours at the Graig act upon them the Society would be a very fine one. Mr E. Jenkins was the elocutionist. Mrs D. Jones and Mr Rowland Pugh contributed largely to the success of the meeting, and Miss Polly Jones, A.L.C.M., acted in the capacity of accompanist, and as on all other occasions, acquitted herself admirably. The chairman vas the pastor. Rev J. H. Owen. The attend- ance \>1a3 good. A GRL\T SroeKSS.—V»> all remember Pro'essor Desmane a :e A-years ago coming ainongat us a perfeet stranger, and It is worth noting that tndayt: e ha* five places of busille-s where he m-iy be c aisuited tret nt charge, cn f-ny complaint or disease whatever. Something like 10000 persoos hav.. had nis tre-dnient ,iit,i many who were considered Incurable are living testim-nials ot his great skill. His residence is 23. Station Terrace, Pontypridd, opposite Taft* Station, whe. he may be consu t-d personalty or bv letter. liotir, all day Wednesdays and Saturdays, and until T, ( ii otber ilays. Ystmd Temperance Commercial fLI\I"I, Tuesdays. 2 unlil ;=>0, opposite Railway gate*. It I OIJU a soafc Ferndale, Cardiff, and Merthvr. iiis motto is "Actions speak ioud r than wor(is [Advt. 46.

Cwmpar. On Saturday evening, a most successful com- petitive meeting was held at the above place. President, Mr W. Powell. Treorky; conduc- tor, Mr T. Morgan, The Schools, Cwmpark; music.il adjudicator, Mr TheophiIus Thomas, G.T.S.C., Pontygwaith; literary adjudicator, Mr D. Phillips (Briallydd), Treorky; accom- panist, Mr James Lvans, Cwmpark. The prizes were awarded as follow: Alto solo, Miss Mary Ann Haddock, Treherbert; sopra- no solo, Miss E. A. Lewis, Cwmdarc; tenor solo, Mr Benjamin Hopkins, Treorky; bass solo, Mr William Butler, Cwmpark; duet. Mos-srs John Morris and D. J. Thomas, Tre- orky; violin, Mr Edgar Edwards, Cwmpark; playing on any brass instrument, Mr Bffij, J. Bats tone, Cwmpark; recitation for adults* Miss Mary Ellen Middleton, Cwmpark; recita- tion for children, Miss Edith Middleton, Cwm- park reading at sight, Miss Olwen Davies, Treorky; poetry, Mr T. Davies (Cenach). Ton, Pentre; chief choral, Cwmpark United, un- der the leadership of Mr W. Butler.

Clydach Vale. One of the most successful concerts ever held in the above place was held at the Nodd- ix Hall on Thursday, Saturday, and Monday last by the Soar Juvenile Choir, under the leadership of Mr James John (Eos Clydach). The performance was called the "Holiday Con- cert," and it was performed in full character. The singing was excellent, and the young ar- tistes did their parts in splendid fashion. Miss M. A. Gronow as "Fairy Goodwill" was the chief character, and she took her difficult part in a masterly and artistic maimer. Masters Isaac and Gordon Thomas as "Cheery Tom- my," and "Tommy Tickletooth" were an cn- ter tainment in themselves, aud were very en- thusiastically applauded. The other artistes were Miss Katie Jones ("Flower Girl"), Miss Maggie Phillips (Fruit GirU.Miss M. A. Wilson (Fish Girl). and the manner in which they performed their work was highly satisfactory. Master Torn .Tones took the part of the "Archer," and Master Abraham Thomas swathed up in copies of the "Free Press" was highly amusing the newsboy. Miss Eleanor Morris did ample justice to the "Old Woman,' and sang the solo in excellent tone. Master Ben James wax the midshipman, and his grave seriousness greatly amuEed the audience. Mas- ter 'JJowrll Hopkins p-s "Captain" received quite an ovation from the audience, and his part was exceptionally well done, and when it is eonsiderd that he is only eight years of age. his work was remarkable. Great credit is due. to Mr James John for the grand success of tho. concei t, ax he had laboured most assidu- ously for :1, considerable time.. and considering that the choir numbers at least 140 it speaks we1' for his ability in both the musical and histriwiie pari of the programme. Miss Mat- t'c Thomas is the aeompauist of the choir, and she hos aided the conductor to the utmost of her ability. The- fairies were Miss M. A. John. Miss Hester Jones, Miss Mcifrgie M. Edwards, and they did. their part as stage managers in wry praiseworthy manner. The chairmen wfre Mcsrs J. J. Jenkins, E. Wil- liams, Dauygraig, and Dr Morgan.

I Pontycymmer. On Sunday and Monday,, sermons were preached to large congregations by the Revs H M. Hughes, B.A., Cardiff, and R. Thomas, Penrhsweeiber. The church, under the pastor- ate of the Rev D. Hughes, is making a good headway.