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.d h_ EOLWYSILAN SCHOOL BO A Hi). MEMBER AND HEAD-TEACHER QUARREL. APOLOGIES INSISTED UPON. APPOINTMENT OF CLERK OF WORKS. A HOPELESS MUDDLE. The monthly meeting of the Eglwysilan School Board was held at the Council Offices, Caerphilly, on Monday evening, Mr John Mor- gan (chairman) presiding. The members pre- sent were Rev C. Tawelfrvn Thomas (vice-chair- man), Messrs J. F. Evans, O. P. Edmunds, Dd. Williams, E. Sherrah, Edmund Evans,D. Towyn Jones, and R. W. J. Southerland. with the clerk, Mr Thomas Thomas. Miss R. G. Llewelyn wrote resigning her post of assistant mistress, at Caerphilly, having had an appointment elsewhere. Her resignation was accepted. A report was submitted from the heed-teacher of the Cardiff Pupil Teachers' Centre, with respect to the progress made by the pupil teach- ers from the "Eglwysilan Schoo Board. In the majority of cases the report stated that the work done was unsatisfactory, and in two in- stances the master complained that the teachers lacked civility, and in another case that a fe- male teacher was somewhat lazy. The Board thoucfht something should be done to remedy matters, and that the unsatisfactory scholars should be brought before the Board to tender an explanation. It was a waste of money. Mr Sherrah said it was not the Board's fault. The scholars had been given a chance, and they should have done better. Miss C. M. Hargest, head-mistress of the Caerphilly Girls' School, wrote saying that one of her TEonitresses, Rachel Mary Thomas, had visited a School Board member and had un- justly accused her of neglecting her duty in giv- ing her proper training in preparation for the examination, which was to take place on Octo- ber 14th. The head-mistress was supposed to give haJf an hour's instruction daily to the can- didates. She was in school at 8.45 a.m. every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and the can- didates received instruction from then until 9.20, and on Wednesday and Friday from 8.55 to 9.35 p.m., so that the candidates received instruction on an average three hours weekly instead of 2 hours, the required time. In 2 April t-he girl sat for an examination, and failed and in October she intended again sitting, but she thought me re of running about the roads at night than of follwing her studies. She was fai from being intelligent, and she (the headmis- tress) could not put a new head on her shook ders. She wanted the girl to apologise to her for her mean and contemptible action Mr 0. B. Edmunds said he was the member referred to. The little girl had come to him and complained that she had to do some patches when the other teachers were at their work. tie spoke to Miss Hargest on the road about .it, and-well, she thought she had been insul- ted. He had a fearful time, and subsequently she got into a temper, and said she didn't care for him or any other member of the Board. The child had been taught as she ought to be; other children had gone to her house to obtain instruction. In school before the teachers Miss Hargest said she did not care for him or any other member. The Chairman said that it was a very unfor- < innate circumstance. Miss Hargest had told him that she did everything for the little girl, and that'the accusation was absolutely false. Mr D. Towyn Jones thought Mr Edmunds I was entitled to an apology from Miss Hargest. She spoke of mean and contemptible actions, but acted in the same way towards him. They should make her understand the Board were masters of the situation. Mr W. Williams agreed that Mr Edmunds was entitled to an apology. Mr Edmunds said be was very sorry for the occurence, but he thought he would speak to her about the matter instead of bringing every little matter before the Board. The Chairman thought Miss Hargest had been discourteous in speaking as she did. Mr Towyn Jones: If we allow this to pass other teachers wiU take advantage of it. Mr J. F. Evans proposed that Miss Hargest's letter be allowed to lie on the table. The Vice-chairman would prefer to hear both sides. They should have the two there. They would then be able to do something definite. Mr Shemah thought they should let her know tfaU the members of the Beard were the mas- ter^ The Chairman: I think we can let the matter drop- Mr Williams: No, indeed; she must apolo- gise or do the other thing. We cannot allow our fiefld-mistresses to go on like this. Mr Towyn Jones: It is and insult to the Board. Mr David Williams: I insist that the clerk write her a strong letter. The Clerk: Mr Edmunds and she will be friends egatn. Mr Towyn Jones: I second that the Board irate her a strong letter. Vice-chairman: And that her letter lie on the table. Chairman: Are yon satisfied with that, Mr mnrunds. Mr Edmunds. Yes, T am. I don't want to pass anything apaiast her. The Clerk was then instructed to write Miss Hargest "a letter." Tweuty-nine applications were received for the position of clerk of works, at a salary of 92 2s per weeiz, for the new schools at Coedy- bnrin, Castell Coeh, and Aber, All applica- tions from outside the parish were thrown I aside, and the following from inside the School Board area were proposed and seconded Ed. ward Williams ("on of Mr David Williams, one of the School Board members). F. W. Lougher, Senghenydd, and John Edwards. White Cross. Toting then took place, wfth the following re- sult.—Edwards, four; Williams, three; and Lougher, two. Lougher was then struck out, and the final voting resulted: Williams, five: Ikiwar,is, four, the former being declared elec- ted. Then the storm burst. Mr Southerland, who had proposed Williams, asked the chair- mas if the proceedings had not been irregular in taking the second vote. He had merely proposed Williams out of deference to his fa- ttier. It was then stated that Williams was only 24 Tears of age, and had had no experience, nor bad be submitted anv testimonials to the Board. Mr Williams (his father) said his son had had nporicoce. He had not produced any testi- monials because they were not asked for in the advertisement. He would be responsible for 4k ton's work. The Rev Tawelfrvn Thomas said he would wash his hands of the appointment, and the chairman was strongly of the opinion that the appointment was irregular. A second vote, he thought, should not have been taken. The riames should again be submitted to the meet- ing. Private conversations now took place,the general opinion being that the applicant Wil- liams was tco young and inexperienced for the post. Mr J. H. Phillips, the Board's architect, said the Board had not considered the best men, who were applicants outside the district Another vote was taken, ond this time Wil- liams was not proposed, the final voting being between Edwards and Lougher. The former re- ceived five votes and the latter three. Messrs O. P. Edmunds and David Williams did not vote.

CAERPHILLY DISTRICT COUNCIL. APPOINTMENT OF RATE-COLLECTOR, The fortnightly meeting of the Caerphilly District Council was held at Brynhyfryd House, Caerphilly, on Tuesday, Mr William Thomas, J.P., presiding. Other members present were: Couth illors Eli Jenkins (vice-chairman), Major T. H. Dowdeswell, John Morgan, H. M. Lind- 'say, David Thomas, J. Powell, J. P. Charles, R. Lougher, Edmund Evans, T. Gregory, and E. Anthony, Lewis Williams, with the clerk (Mr W. Spickett), and other officers. A circular letter was read inviting the Coun- cil to send delegates to a conference to be hold at Glasgow on October 20th to promote the taxation of land lues. Major Dowdeswell: I move that Mr Powell go. (Laughter). No further notice was taken of the letter. Mrs Orton, American Pavilion, Caerphilly, applied for a renewal of her theatrical licence. Dr Thomas, the medical officer, had reported that one of Mrs Orton's children suffered from scarlet fever, and was nursed by Mrs Orton, who in the evening took the money at the door df the theatre. It was pointed out that pro- ceedings could be taken against her. It was de- cided to refuse the licence until Mrs Orton had carried out the instructions of the medical officer. The Clerk remarked that they had no Infec- tious Disesases Hospital, or the patient could be taken there. Major Lindsay stated that if the District Council did not proceed to erect an infectious diseases hospital the County Council would do so and charge the cost to the District Council., The question was entered on the agenda for consideration at the next meeting. Mrs Thomas, Aberfawr Restaurent, Aber, wrote saying that the drain near her house was very offensive. It was a scandal, and she did not know where it would finish. She could not open the back door owing to the smell, n- less something was done at once she would summon the Council. (Laughter). The Surveyor's attention was called to the matter. Mr Llewelyn, West Canal Wharf, Cardiff, called the attention of the Council to the nui- sance and damage caused to the houses at Wing- field Crescent, Llanbradach. The matter was referred to the Sanitary Inspector. The Survey, Mr A. O. Harpur, reported that on inspecting the Aber Valley roads he found that the contractor who had carried out the work of the Rhymney and Aber Valley Gas and Water Company's mains had done a little to-, wards restoring the surface. He had, however, left the Groeswen road in a very bad state, some portions of the trench having been left in a very dangerous condition. There yet re- remained a good deal to be done. He feared that some of the small road culverts had been damaged and were blocked through the opera- tions of the contractor.—It was decided to write to the contractor. With regard to the incandescent lighting of the public street lamps, the Surveyor said that gas was used for public lighting at Nelson, Caerphilly, and Taffs Well. The number of lamps at Nelson was 21 (inclusive of incandes- cent lights); at Caerphilly, 41; at TafFs Well, 41; giving a total of 104. Twelve of the lamps were fitted up with incandescent lights. Be- fore any system of incandescent lighting could be adopted it would be absolutely necessary to make the existing lamps thoroughly rain and wind proof. He was doubtful whether this could be done with the majority of the Caer- philly lamps. The cost of fitting up 12 lamps at Nelson with incandescent lights was practi- cally 15s per lamp. Should they decide on carrying out the work he would suggest that the various gas companies be written to asking for terms.-On the motion of Mr Gregory the Surveyor's suggestions were adopted. Mr Harpur suggested tha tthe brook along- )side the road from the Cooper's Arms to the Rhymney railway bridge at Ystradmynach be cleaned for a distanoo of 250 yards and a length of retaining wall built for a distance of about 160 to 180 yards. Tenders were invited for the work. The Surveyor submitted a special report on the question of providing a sewerage scheme for Nelson, but its consideration was deferred until he had had time to confer with the, Nelson members. The Chairman moved than three additional lamps he placed on Mill road, Caerphilly. Major Dowdeswell thought this was a question of going in for luxuries, and not for necessities. Mr R. Lougher seconded, and the motion was agreed to. Mr J. Powell gave notice of motion to apply for two additional lamps on the Van road. Caer- philly. If one was placed on the other side of the bridge he would bd pleased to pay a guinea a year toward it. Mr Robert Lougher proposed that the re- solution refusing to light up side streets be re- scinded ,and that the Couneil light certain streets at Senghenydd. He gave instances where lamps had ben placed on various streets, not, main streets. Mr David Thomas seconded, and said that on the west side there were about 160 occupied houses, and there was not a lamp within a hundred yards of them. A long discussion followed, and Major Lindsay contended that if the resolution was rescinded demands would be made to Kghfc up every un- important side street. He moved that the question he referred to the Public Works Com- mittee with a view of making suggestions to the Council. Major Dowdeswell seconded. Mr David Thomas, however, gave notice to ai),)I, for ten lamps for Senghenydd at the next nicf ti«g. Major Lindsay's motion was arell ta. Forty-seven applications were received for the post of rate-collector to the Council. This hatch was rapidly reduced to the following three: -Evon Brinson, Caerphilly, three; Horatio J. Evans, Tongwynlais, five, and Rees L. Evans, LIanbradach, five. The final voting resulted in the election of Rhys L. Evans. who received eight votes to five recorded for Hora- tio J. Evans.

The World of Pastime. + By "The Sporting Scribe." ATHLETICS. At the Treherbert Football Grounds last Saturday, previous to the match between the local team and Pontyclun, a hundred yards foot race was contested between two boys- W. D. John, Peny raig, and Samuel Williams, .9 of Blaengwynfi, for a stake of E5. Great in- terest was evinced in the race, especially by local sportsmen, who appear to be very keen supporters of foot racing. The boy Samuel Williams, who proved victorious, was the fa. vourite, and money backing him was offered freely. Saturday's weather was very stormy, and it was patent to all that the stronger runner had the better chance. This fact perhaps accounts for Williams' success. Be- fore half the course had been cleared Williams showed his superior running powers by fairly running away from his opponent. Both lads underwent striot training for the event, and consequently it was anticipated that it would prove a keen contest. The winner was trained by Mr Robert Saunders, landlord of the Smiths' Arms, Treherbert. -n-- Last Saturday, on the Ynys Field, Ton, a combined foot and bicycle race meeting was held before a large and enthusiastic crowd. The weather was not all that could be wished for; the strong wind blo.wing told seriously against all but the strongest competitors. In spite of this, however, the meeting was a very success- ful one. thanks to the energy displayed by II" Aubrey, the secretary, and by Messrs Timothy and Sons, who spared themselves no trouble in order to make it a success. The events and winners of the various heats are as follows: — 100 Yards Foot Handicap-First heat: 1, David Jenkins (scratch); 2, T Hunt (51 yds.); Second beat: 1, J. J. Rees (4 yds.); 2, Hoskings (6 yds.). Final: 1, David Jenkins; 2, Rees, 3, Hunt. One Mile Bicycle (Scratch).-First heat: L. T. Evans end W. Rees dead heat after a close contest—time, 3 minutes; second heat, Tom Williams, Pontypridd-time, 3min. 5 sees. third heat, David Rees, Treorky-a walk over, no other competitor starting; fourth heat, W. Davtes-time, 3 min. 6 sees. Final heat: Wil- liams led off at a good speed, but after a few laps it was seen that the struggle lay between Evans and W. Rees, who finished in the order named in the excellent time of 2 min. 45 sees. Three Mile Bicycle Handicap.—First heat, E. Barkaway (60 yds.)—time, 8 min. SO eecs.; second heat, W. Rees (acmteh)-time, 9 min. 34 sees.; third heat, L. T. Evans (40 yds.)- time, 9 min., won after a very close contest; fourth heat, Tom Williams (40 yda.)-time, 9 min. 55 sees. E. Jones, Dinw, in this heat gave up after the ninth lap.; fifth heat, W. Davies (30 yards)—time, 9 min. 56 sees. Final heat: Barkaway let off at a good pace, Rees imme- diately catching up his men. All then rode to- gether, Barkaway doing all the pacing work and heavy work, giving the other riders a warm time right to the end. Just after the 2l miles was passed Evans, with the great skill and judgment for which he is noted, secured for -himsett a good place, and taking up the run- ning on his own got in first, Rees and wnliaIml in the order named coming after. The time taben was 8 min. 34 sea. 300 Yards Foot Handicap.—Final heat: 1, D. Jenkins. This event closed a very successful and interesting race meeting. FOOTBALL. Pontypridd were at home to Whitchurch on Saturday, whom they defeated by a dropped goal and four tries to nil. W. G. Usher, last year's three-quarter, did not make his appear- ance, but he intends doing so at an early date. Several new men were tried, amongst them being Barry, the Mertbyr Vale full back; Lewis Lewis, a three-quarter from the same team, and several new forwards. --0-- Although there was naturally a lack of com- bination among the homesters, still they did not do at all badly, and the forwards gave evi- dence of becoming a good pack with propel training. Led by McKenzie, the captain, they followed up well, and were keen in their tack- ling. The pick were McKenzie, Miller, and McGuire. At fyalf Chick and D. L. Davies played a sterling game, but were too well watched by the opposing pair to be very danger ous. I Reed, the Cardiffian, played an almost bril- liant game, and scored two tries in fine fashion. Undoubtedly he will develop into a good man. Lewis Lewis, the Merthyr Vale centre, gave in- dications that he will turn out to be something better, but Paget on the wing, thoegh posses- sing pace, appears to lose his head. At least, he has no tactics. Barry, the custodian, should prove an acquisition if Warlow declines to turn out. His kicks possessed excellent length, but his tackling abilities were not called into operation. On the whole Pontypridd made a splendid start ,and from amoagst the players at their disposal the committee should be able to so. feet a good strong team, which will be able to strongly contest League honours. Again the club has changed its colours, this time to dark green and gold, and with a more pleaaing effect than the previous nondescript jersies. If the winning of the first match be a good omen, the Ynysybwi Football Club have a successful season before them. The first match was played at Ynyshir on Saturday, the visitors raoming off victorious with 1 goal to nil, D. T. Wilson being the scorer. This was a great surprise to the Ynyshir boys, who had secured four members of the Penvgraig .1. to play for them. The captain of the Ynysybwi Club is J. Curwen Evans, William Edwards being vice- captain, and D. J. Edwards, Penygraig Ter- race, Ynysybwi, secretary. As will be seen by the appended list of fixtures, there are a few dates open for engagements, and the secretary will he glad to hear from ether secretanes with reference thereto. The following is the fixture list of the Ynysybwl clmb :— Ynyshir, December 2nd, 1899, home; Septem- ber 23rd, away. Abercynon II, October 14th, home; October 30t-h, away. Abereynon. October 7th, home; March 31st, away. Belle Vuo Boys, March 3rd, home; October 14th, away. Aberaman II., December 30th, home; De- cember 21st, away. ¡ Ton Juniors, November 4th, home; Novem- her 11th, away. I Treforest Rangers, November 18th, home; January 21st, away. Porth County Schools, November 25th, home; December 16th, away. Ystrad Juniors, December 23rd, home; April 21st, away. Penarth Crescents, January 27th, home; March 17th, away. Troedyrhiw, March 24th, home; April 9th, away. 0 PONTYPRIDD v. WHITCHURCH. In beautifully football weather Pontypridd played the first match of the season on the Taff Vale Park on Saturday, their opponents being Whitchurch. Pontypridd were represented by -Back, Barry; three-quarter backs, Reed, Scale, Paget, and Lewis; half-backs, Chick and Davies; forwards, M'Kenzie (captain), Millar, Warlow, M'Guire, Jones, Paget, Price and Vaughan. Whitchurch: Back, Rowlands; three-quarter backs, Llewelyn, Solomon, Booth- by, and Evans; half-backs, Kent and Chard; forwards, Amos Boyer, Stevens, Nicholls, Broad, Chapel, Evans, and Rudman. Referee, Mr Crawley, Cardiff. Wbitchurch kicked off, and for a time play was waged in the home ter- ritory. D. L. Davies, who was rather promi- nent at half, picked up the oval and passed to Reed, who, after a smart run, scored. M'Kenzie failed to convert. In the ensuing play Ponty- pridd again pressed, and were frequently in the visitors' ground. Just when they were before the posta Chick picked up from a scramble, and dropped a goal. A few minutes later Reed scored another hay. Half-time score: Ponty. pridd, 1 (dropped) goal, 2 tries; Whitchurch, nil. -0- On resuming, Whitchurch, who now .had the wind in their favour, pressed for a time, but were eoon driven back to their own 25. From a scrum Chick picked up, and after a tricky run passed to D. L. Davies, who scored. JCKenzie again failed to convert. Pontypridd loontinued to press, and J. Warlow from a rush scored. Final score: Pontypridd, 1 (dropped) goal, 4 tries; Whitchurch, nil. --0- LLWYNYPIA v. ABERTILLERY. Llwynypia played the second match of the season on the home ground, their opponents being Abertillery. It was doubtfully considered little better than an attractive trial match, Abertillery started with the wind behind their backs, and put such steam into the first ten minutes that they kept play pretty well to the centre of the home half. The play was unevent- ful until Llwynypia brought off a long rush to the home line, and no sooner were they there than the ball flew from the scrum into dthe hands of Coombes, who dodged cleverly over near the corner. Saunders from a difficult angle failed to convert. On the re-start Aber- tillery held a surprise in their hands, for their weighty forwards rushed the scrum into then home quarters, where Pick picked up and looked like scoring easily. He was grassed by Saun- ders, but a minute later Abertillery improved their position, and, to the surprise of the home- sters, they wheeled to the line, and Laing burst through. Russel goaled the try, to t.he great I enthusiasm of the visitors, who had failed to score at all at their previous meetings. Thus, with a couple of points ahead, the visitors were j joyful, but only for a moment. Llwynypia j from the kick-off set about making things even I with a will, and in two minutes had rattled down to the visitors' line, where Rhys Jenkins scored. Saunders made a good attempt at goal, but the wind was against him. This placed Llwynpia ahead, however, and a few minutes later the whistle sounded. Half-time score: Llwynypia, 2 tries; Abertillery, 1 goal. -0-- It was evident on the re-start that Llwyny- pia meant business, for no sooner was the ball in motion than they made for the line in irre- eistible fashion. Their rush was stopped at the quarter flag, but from the next scrum the pack heeled out, and Stephens slipped round the scrum almost to the line, where he was nailed by Parsons. Before Parsons could lay him low, however, he threw across to Bowen, who was racing up alongside, and be easily hopped over. The try was converted. On the kick- out the Llwynypia pack made straight for the line again. Bob Jones picked up in a rush, and dived over. This time Saunders converted, and Llwynypia had a handsome lead. Then they seemed to ease down a bit, however, for on the kick-out Abertillery more than held their own. Llwynypia began with a rush to the 25, but Fookes got hold, and ran clear through. Fookes seldom gives a pass, how- ever, and, though his pals were by him, he stuck to the leather, and before he had reached th-i centre Saunder charged him down. The visitors' pack improved excellently on this, and, working down the field, got on the attack. Thev got the better of the next few scrums, and Brimble led a rush for the line, at the end of which Gomer Jones fell over in the corner. The try was not converted, but, with this sWe- cess, Abertillery burst down again, and proved that they were not going to be taken easily. They looked like scoring in a loose rush, and Russel got over, but was called back for being off-side. The game consisted mainly- of for- ward rushes, and the backs shifted fer them- selves. Thus ten minutes went without another point. Llewelyn got one pass out from the scrum, and nearly cleared his men, being only charged into touch close on the corner flag. In this attacking position Llwynypia remakied without any further success for a few moments until the whistle blew, with the final score standing: -Llwynypia, 1 goal, 3 tries; Aber- tillery, 1 goal, 1 try. TREORKY v. PONTYPRIDD AND DISTRICT. The Treorky football team appeared in the arena for the first time thic season, their op- ponents being a team from Pontypridd district. The ground was in a, fair condition, and there was a large crowd of spectators. The teams libed out as follows:—Treorky: Back, J. Mux- worthy; three-quarter backs, D. C. Daviem (captain), S. Muxworthy, L. Lewis, and T. White; half-backs, Tom Jones and 0. James; forwards, J. Thomas, Ted Jones, S. Hawkins, R. Chiney, L. Scourfleld, T. John, Tom Davies, and J. Vaughan. Pontypridd: Back, G. Jehn; three-quarter backs, L. Llewelyn, W. Coslett, W. Lake, and O. Williams: half-backs, J. Doran and D. Eli: forwards, Coslett (cap- tain), F. Hile. J. Jones, A. Mnrston, W. Grubb. W. Parker, B. Lewis, and E. L-leys. Referee, Mr V. Reynolds. Pontypridd District kicked off against the ^gradient, and for ten minutes play was of a very scrambling nataue, in which the homesters were having the better of matters, and forced a minor, Soon after the re-start the home forwards followed up a long kick, and a pretty hout of passing between the forwards and backs resulted in D. C. Da- vies, the home captain, scoring the first try of the seasofi. Tom Jones converted. Soon after D C. Davies again got possession, and dropped a lovely goal. The homesters continued to hald the upper hand, and from a forward rush Vaughan scored an unconverted try. In less than a minute, after some pretty passing, Tom Jones romped over with another try. No goal resulted. Half-time score: Treorky, 2 goals, 2 tries; Pontypridd District, nili -0-- J. Thomas re-started for Treorky, and F. Muxworthy, following up, gained- possession. A bout of passing between the forwards and Mux- worthy again resulted in T. John scoring the third unconverted try of the match. The visit ing forwards, aided by the wind, dribbled to ithe home 25, but their visit was a short one, the home pack retaliating with a fine rush up to the Pontypridd goal line. A long kick by one of the Pontypridd halves forced a minor. After the kick-out the homesters again pressed. White threw out, and Sam Muxworthy held well and scored a clinking try. No goal re- sulted. The whistle sounded time soon after. Final score: Treorky, 2 goal (1 dropped), 4 tries; Pontypridd District, nil. -0-- CILFYNYDD v. TROEDYRHIW. At Cilfynydd, in windy weather, before a large number of spectators. Troedyrhiw kicked off with the wind in their favour, and the home- sters at once made a rapid advance, but some judicious kicking by the home backs, which was well followed up by the forwards, took the ball over the half-way line, and for some few minutes the forwards by hard scrummaging contested every inch of the ground. J. Row- lands got the ball end threw to B. Thomas, who, by a grand run, would have scored only he was obstructed by a spectator, a certain try lost, a minor resulting. From the drop-out Cilfyn- ydd again pressed severely to the visitors' 25, where a scrum was formed. Here J. Rees got the ball, dodged several of his opponents, and scored a grand try, Clarke failing to convert. After good kicking by L. Morgan, under pres- sure found touch in fine style. After this the visitors were penalised, B. Herbert following up, very nearly scored. Here play settled foi a while in front of the visitors' goal, when Mor- ris scored. B. Herbert failed at goal. After this two fine forward rushes were seen. Troedy- rhiw getting to half-way, but Cilfynydd for- wards were soon back in the visitors' quarters. Here from a scrum D. Morris got the ball, but by selfish play lost a lovely chance of letting W. Thomas walk over on the left wing, as, for a moment, he was quite unmarked. Here a mark was made by Rowlands, as here the home forwards followed up, B. Herbert, J. Gronow, and J. Clarke, for homesters, being the leaders, a minor resulting. Half-time score: Cilfynydd, 2 tries, 2 minors; Troedyrhiw, nil. On the re-start, Cilfynydd forwards goftell away, B. Herbert made a fine rush, but was checked by the visitors' full back, who punted into touch. Here Clarke lead a fine dribble unchecked for nearly 30 yards. With the cool- ness of Seymour with his cnaracteristic play, got away very neatly. Some pretty passing by the Cilfynydd backs, in which Morris, Row- lands, and Thomas participated, the latter scoring a converted try. After starting again, play was brought down to the visitors' 25, where a series of scrums were formed, Seymour and J. Rees playing a fine game, had things to their selves, but the defence of the opponents' three-quarters were too keen. Here Seymour got the ball, but was held up on the line. A scrum being formed, J. Rees got the ball, threw to Morris, who scored again, J. Rowlands con- verting. After the, re-start, the visitors were given a free for off-side play by the Cil- fynydd backs. Nothing was gained, however, and play settled down at the centre. The three-quarter backs soon after attempted pass- ing and was within an ace of scoring when pulled down by the full back, after which time was called. -0-- The play throughout was of an open charac- ter, decided in the best of spirit, and of an interesting description. The visitors gave a capital exposition throughout. On the home- sters' side must be mentioned the capital dis. play of B. Thomas and J. Rowlands were mag- nificent, but Morris was slightly off coloiif-sel- fish play on his own part. J. Rees and Seymour gave a grand display at half-back, Rees as tricky as ever. Of the forwards, for the visitors were 1. Jones, W. Morgan, L. Lewis; for the homesters, B. Herbert, I. Gronow, and J. Clarke. --n-- PONTYCLUN v. TREHERBERT. Played at Treherbert. The start of the game was delayed long past the recognised hour. Jack Davies kicked off, and D. Griffiths re- turned to Arthur Lewis, play settling down in mid-field. On resuming Treherbert got away very finely with a forward rush, and took play near the visitors' line, but the defence was safe. The home quartette then got a couple of chances, but both were mulled when most fa- vourable. A penalty was awarded against Pontyclun, which Dan Rees took, but only a dead hall resulted. For some minutes knock- ing on and scrambling were prominent features of the play, though it must be said that the homesters were most at fault. Another minor fell to Treherbert quickly. The homesters still pressed, but their attack was not at all well managed. Dooley brought some relief, but play was immediately returned by some bad wssk in the middle of the field. Dan Rees got i another free kick, followed again by another in front of the goal. The latter was charged, and another minor was conceded to Treherbert. On the kick-oat Joskins got off, but Parry failed to take a pass, and play was removed to the centre. The visitors played up, and got to the home quarters for the first time. Play was poor in tfie extreme, tha teams being Not in anything like form. On both sid^s play was of a loose and scrambling nature, in which Tre- berbert obtained two minors. The homesters threw away several chances. Half-time score: Treherbert, 8 minors; Pontyclun, ail. Jenkins kicked off against the wind for the home team, but Spencer made a splendid re- turn to the centre. Pontyclun suddenly infused soiae vigeur into their play, and took the ball itte the home quarters, where Rees only saved 'R time. Relief was soon gained by a splendid forward rush to mid-field. This was soon after repeated, but Pontyclun at last got their first minor, quickly followed by another. Play again was carried on in mid-field in most scram- lrlBg fashion. Treherbert mado several good aHentpts to get. over, but the ball was always heW too long. Their efforts were at last re- warded by Hambury scoring finely under the bar. nd Hit-chins converted. From the re- start Pontyehm gradually worked down, and Ruas-ton made a brave attempt to score, but Ifhc bcM went out of bounds. Treherbert then woke up afraio, and by grand rushes and tack- Iijog another chance came. Collins took the bnll and ran to the line, where he unselfishly gave up to Hitchings, Avho scored. The place- kiok failed. Another try was landed, and Dan Rees converted. Final score: -Treherbert, 2 goals; 1 try; Pontyclun, Nil. '-&- YNYSHIR v. YNYSYBWL. Ynyshir Scarlets started their season on Saturday at home, when they met Ynysybwi. Although beaten, they were not disgraced. A very even game resulted in a victory for Ynysy- ybwl by 1 goal to nli. The ball, after being mulled by four or five of the home backs was blown over the line, and Ynysybwl fell on it. For the visitors Walton, the Penygraig back, beat his-a-vis, while the Ynyshir half-backs and three-quarter backs simply smothered their op- ponents. Joe Thomas at centre and D. Jen- kins at half were undoubtedly the best men on the field. The feature of the play were the openings made by both. Tre forwards were evenly matched. t a CAERPHILLY v. BRYNMAWR. The above teams commenced their season on Saturday on the ground of the latter The weather being fine, attracted a. evry fair gate. The ground being in good condition, gave an excellent chance for both sides. Caerphilly suffered the loss of CV. Davies, J. Richards, and A. Strickland. Norton, who received an injury to his ankle, was another draw back to the visitors. Brynmawr are a promising lot for this season. They have a burly lot of for- wards, and a smart lot of backs; there is no doubt they will give a warm time to the Mon- mouthshire League teams this season. Caer- philly takes St. Andrew's, Cardiff, on next Sat- urday, when a very interesting game will be ex- pected. The score on Saturday was: Bryn- mawr, 1 goal; 3 tries; OaerphiUy, nil.

Caerphilly Brewster Sessions. The Adjourqed Hearing- The (adjourned licensing sessions for the "petty sessional division of Caerphilly were held on Tuesday at the Caerphilly Police Court, the presiding magistrates being Dr Franklen Evans, Other justices on the Bench were Major H. M. Lindsay, Dr Edwards, Messrs Evan Owen, Wm. Thomas, and E. Jones. ROSE AND CASTLE, CAERPHILLY. Mr Lyndon Moore, solicitor, Newport, on be- half of John Lewis Mitchell, applied for the re- newal of the licence of the Rose and Castle Inn, Caerphilly. There had been a conviction and an endorsement against the out-goisg tenant during the last twelve months. Mr Moore ob- served that the new tenant, Mitchell, was a thoroughly respectable young man, and the Bench granted the application. WHITE CROSS, CAERPHILLY. Application was also made by the tenant of the White Cross Inn, Caerphilly, for a renewal of his licence. There had been a conviction against him, but the licence was renewed. RETAIL BEER LICENCE. William Rees, grocer, Ffrwd Terrace, Llan, bradach, applied for a retail beer licence. Mr T. H. Belcher appeared for the applicant, who was opposed by Mr John Sankey for the Wing- field Hotel, by Mr Beddoe for the De Winton Hotel, and by Mr R. R. Morgan, who repreaen- ted the Wesleyan Chapel and a number of rate- payers. In making his application Mr Belcher re- marked that he was surrounded by a multitude of enemies, but he believed be would be able to place information before the Court that would justify the licence being granted, as the appli- cant held a wholesale beer and wine and spirit licence. This, however, did not permit him to sell beer in less quantities than three dozen bottles, and everybody did not want to be sup- plied with four and a half gallon casks. How- ever, they wanted it fresh and frothy. (Laugh- ter). He would impress upon the Bench the fact that in the parish of Llanbradach there was not a single retail off-licence, and he asked their worships to remember that there were people delicate enough to object to the painful surroundings of the tap-room and smoke-room, but who preferred to consume their beer in the bosom of their families. (Laughter). As there was no provision in the parish of Llanbradach for that section of the community he contended there was a necessity for the licence being given. He was surrounded, it was true, by enemies, but it was astonishing how conserva- tive and selfish lioensed victuallers were when somebody else applied for a consideration which would not affect them very much. Of the oppo- .sition offered by the teetotallers be desired to speak with every respect, but after all abstain- ers were only a section of the community, and LIanbradach was not made for them alone. The applicant gave evidence in support of Mr Belcher's statement, and said frequent com- plaints were made that beer could only be bought in large quantities at his house. He would undertake that he would not sell less than half-a-dozen bottles at a time. Mr R. Cotterell spoke of the inconvenience caused by the absence of a retail off-Koence ni the parish. In answer to Mr Morgan he said it took him ten minutes to walk to th Wing- fleld Hotel. Mr Morgan: Supposing you tried your best, could you not do it in three minutes. Witness: I have never tried my best; I take my time to walk. (Laughter). Chairman: You prefer an afternoon cr%wl- (Renewed laughter). Matthew Lane also said he had been u-ianis to get a bottle of beer at the applicant's pre- mises. Mr Morgan: If a licence is grafted you enn- not get anything less than \Alf-A-dozen ùütl Its at a time, as the applicant has ven ctdw- tvking to that effect. Witness: But half-a-dozen is not as much as thr 'e dozen. Mr Belcher And you cguV" In-,tnitgo half-a- dozen? (Laughter). Witness: Yes, nicely. (Renewed laughter). Mr Morgan, Mr Sankey, and Mr Beddoe, ad- dressed the Bench, contending that the appli- cation Wail premature, Mr Morgan also stating that the places of worship in Llanbradach ob- jected to the granting of the licemee.-The Bench then unanimously decided to refuse it. WINE LICENCE. Mr Gwidym Jones, solicitor, applied for a spirit licence on behalf of Mr J. Jooes, chemist, Senghenydd. The application was granted.

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Cycling Notes. -+- 11 By Pedalphast." Some people set it down to be a breaking of the Sabbath to ride on Sunday, but a clergy man in Lancashire, not only rode on a recent Sunday, but actually did break the law by rid- ing on the footpath. He had not the escuse of a bad road, but feebly excused himself by. saying he thought the course was clear. After- wards he epented in sackcloth and ashes, and was let off with a small fine. -0- A fragrant instance of hardship arose recently when a cyclist made a hasty evolution to avoid crashing into a reeling drunkard. By swerving round a corner on the wrong side, he escaped the inebriate, but dashed against an innocent widow. She sued for damages and got K* dress against the cyclist. --0- The great care bestowed upon the manufac- ture of every part of the Dunlop tyre, has DO doubt been in the main responsible for the posi- tion the Dunlop Company now holds in the cycling world. One of the many points which the Dunlop tyre scores over its unsuccessful ixni- tators, is the moulding of the air tube in shape-- This prevents any risk of the tread being iff tension when too tyre is inflated, and SLIO causes the air tube to take its place inside the outer cover more readily, and thus minimise the risk of nipping the tube under the wires. Some time ago, before the eternal discussiost of free-wheels and suitable brakes, together with the minor controversies hanging round tW question of long cranks, and high gears, caø.6 to disturb the peace of mind of wheelmen, A favourite topic of discussion was, as to ihÐ position which the lady should properly occupy CD the mixed tandem. Some writers, who were also riders, Mr Harry Swindley among the number, were in favour of the lady taking tW front, but the front seat advocates were in tk8 minority. How the cycling public has solved the question and given polemic journalists thei* quietus has been brought to light in a very curious fashion. A writer who has been going1 round the trade, has ascertained that there i" absolutely no demand for "lady front" tandm$, Indeed, one firm, who are famous as tandeJØ builders, state that they have only sold two "lady front" machines this year. The fact i. established, that, in the eternal fitness of thipg" the stronger arm, and steadier head of the maD, should take the helm, whilst youth and boaoty shelters itself behind the masculine force of serve and raueelei. --0-- One of the writers in the English cycling press, has drawn attention to the craze lor speed, which has taken possession of cyclist since high gearing has come into fashion. Be points out that in the old days, when the aver- age rider was content to ride any gear betvvefo 54 and 63 inches, longer journeys were und taken without apparently causing any very appreciable measure of fatigue. There can Itt no doubt that the tendency to over-gear, is oJJfJ of the features of the age, and this is especially a fault of the young cyclist, who beconrt* enamoured of a big chain wheel and handlebars, and imagines he will be taken fat a "flier." Older riders know the value of medium gear for an ordinary country ride, and find that something about 63 inches is enough for a touring machine, especially where hilfc are found as well as dales. There are several- men of middle age, who have been riding for the past two decades, who, on a medium gear, over a hundred miles of country, would completely sew the scorcher up, so that existence would become for the time being a vanity and burden. --0- Makers are at their wit's end, it is said, to produce something new and distinctive for tfco shows that shall enable the casual observer tO differentiate between last year's patterns 331a this. However, in the important structural JiJl of the cycle finality has apparently beeJJ. reached. In future, we shall probably see the changes rung on guages of tubes and SO trifling detail alterations that may be improve ments, and, on the other hand, may not. 1'" novations are not always successful. --0-- The wildest theories are afloat as to what thtt free-wheel :s to do for the revival of the cycle trade. Ultra enthusiasts wax eloquent over itø virtues and possibilities in type, and the cycliofE journals are filled with letters, criticisms blocks, illustrations, and other accompaniments of a big discussion. Nothing like the stir which the eternal free-wheel and brake question bafi raised, has been witnessed since the early dayo of the pneumatic tyre. The action of a well-known cyclist at Maerdy against the Taff Vale Railway Company has, WO hear, been settled out of Court, the plaillto accepting El Is in payment of his claim 04 £1 12s. We understand that the action a through the railway officials wrongly labelling a bicycle from Maeriy to Porth, instead of *> Letterston, to where it had been booked by owner. The consequence was that when he go there he had ho naacjjine, and was forced to walk to Fishguard, 5 miles away, and pos" next morning to Haverfordwest. a.- In the races ai, Tox on Saturday several geod times were made. The final heat in the scratch was run off in the wonderfully short •time of 2 min. 45 sees. When it is remem- bered that on Saturday last at Reading the time taken by the winner in the N.O.U. tnile championship was 3 min. 1 4-5 sees. (which wa9 1 14-5 sees. beyond the limit), it will be seen was a good performance that of Rees was. The event undoubtedly marks him as one of the best riders, for like a certain well known tyre, he is as fast, if not faster, than the fastest. --0-- I hear from as ource which is generally most reliable that Rees intends accepting Tom Jameff challenge for a cace on a grass track, and If -feel sure Rees will be able to give a good aC. count of himself. --0- What became of an the spsedmeu who are always training on Thsotljy track last Satur- day? They were all non est. The great question now agitating the orky and District Cycling Club is what to do with the surplus money. It is a great pity that wise counsels cannot prevail and the moDy left in the bank to re-commence with nerl season. Printed arc Published V v the Pro-wefcTS :1t the 01arr.-r?.r3 Prvttnff or* 1 2"2, Taff Stfot Pontypridd, Parish of onty* pridd, County of Glamorgan. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, U&-