The Aberdare Leader

3IHTHS, MARRIAGES, and DEATHS. MARRIAGE. ROWLANDS—LEWIS.—On Tues- day, September 6th, at Calvaria Welsh Baptist Chapel, Aberdare, by the Rev. W. L. Powell (C.M.), Caer- philly (uncle of the bride), and Rev. W. T. Francis, Gwawr (B.), Aber- aman, J. L. Rowlands, LEADER Office, Aberdare, only son of Mr and Mrs Rowlands, Aberystwyth, to May Lewis, second daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Lewis, (Cash Tailor), Aber- aman. ACKNOWLEDGMENT. MR. THOMAS LEWIS, 10, Dare-road, Cwmdare, desires to thank the numerous friends who tendered sympathy to him and his family in their recent bereavement through the death of Mrs. Lewis. IN MEMORIAM. FOREY.—In loving memory of our dear mother, Harriet Forey, who passed peacefully away at Abernant, September 8th, 1909. Sleep on beloved, thou faithful one, and take thy rest." Ever remembered by her loving children. FOREY.—In loving memory of our dear grandmother, Harriet Forey. You are not forgotten, grandma dear, Never shall your memory fade, Sweetest thoughts shall ever linger Round the spot where you are laid. Lovingly remembered by her Grand- children, Margaret, James, and Sarah P. Dally. CARNEY.—In loving memory of Ivor, the beloved son of C. and A. M. Carney, Weatheral Street, Aberdare, who died September 6th, 1909. Softly at night the stars are gleaming Upon a silent grave, Where there sleepeth without dreaming One we loved but could not save. Sadly missed by parents and brothers. -w_

%i>vlnes for Sunday Next. I TABERNACLE Cong. Church. Aberdare. Morning at 11 Evening at 6. Sunday School, 2.30. ■—Preacher, Mr D. P. Roberts, B.A., B.D., Mansfield College, Oxford. 1 _iriGHLA.ND Place Unitarian Church Aberdare. Services at 11 and 6. ''nr<lay School, 2.30, Preacher, Rev 1\1. Evans, pastor, BETHANY, Jubilee-road, Godreaman JD 11 a.m., and 6 p.m. Preacher, Itev. G. M. Jenkins, B.A., F.T.S., Hazel- grove, Stockport. School at 2 30 p.m. You are heartily invited.

f 36 Years in Glynneath. Veteran Minister Resigns. — Rev. D. Glyn Davies, Congregational Minister, Glynneath, has relinquished the pastorate of Siloh, Cwmgwrach, and Capel-y-Glyn, owing to advancing years, Rev*D. Glyn Davies was born in 1830 4t Manlle gwauri, parish of Penboyr, Carmarthenshire, and began to preach V/hen 18 years old. In the year 1874 lVIr Davies received a call to Giynneath, and during the last 36 years he has Ser\ed the churches under his charge Witli devotion and success, Mr Davies has held the offices of chairman of Vale of Neath Free Church pouncil, chairman of the quarterly meet- lQ8 and county association of his ^nomination, and he was also a member 5^ the Giynneath School Board and Utterly a member of the Neath group of School managers. He has led a strenuous lte, and although au. octogenarian is hale at\d hearty, and t-till occupies the pulpifi °ceasionaily. presentation wa-i made to Rev D. lyi Davies at Siloh Chapel, Cwm- gWrach, Glyn Neath, on Monday night. he meeting was presided over by the 7*ev J. W. Price, Troedyrhiw. Others .• part were the Revs. J. D. liees, Aberdare D. R. Morgan, Efail- 't"1..riP\>.III.UI,U1IIJ'<"I!I't'l;#I.'tMV'¡¡ fach; E. Williams, Resolven; T. C. Harries (B), Glyn Neath, The gift was a purse of gold, which was presented the veteran minister by Mrs Jones, Clyn-y- Bont, on behalf of the churches of Capel- y-Glyn, Giynneath, and Siloh, Cwm- gwrach, Rev. Glyn Davies responded in feeling terms.

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— — Cynon Cuts. BY "THE KID." Bill at the Builth. That five bob took some collecting. The most successful sports ever held at Cynon. Oh, Shenkin, where were the pegs and strings? Most important too, where was the pistol? Usually ends in smoke. It was Paddy who stole the rope, but who stole the tape? Cost nine shillings, too. Too bad of Buff to drive thro' the '120' strings. Cutting-strings cuts no ice at sports. The little Welsh river is giving a lot of trouble to the bridge contractor. Turner find she can't Turner river so easily. Lord Dewar inspected the bridge works early on Monday morning, prior to his visit to the saline works. Bill Williams, Ynysboeth, going with 1 his fair lady to Llantwit Fardre. You will meet them at the Cross. The most prominent tradesman at Cynon didn't take sufficient interest in sports. The working men were prominently to the fore. Successful workers means suc- cessful finance. Successful nnance means another show and more trade to the town. Where was the blackboard? Ink- splasher found it on Tuesday, though couldn't find it Monday. Was it because of the dancing on the green with the lady with the ruddy locks? Why has the parrot been moved from its usual position? Is it because its linguistic attainments might possibly get coloured. Rather stiff price up the hill," 5 eggs for two shillings! But what about the chickens—one in each pocket. Who found the pick in the river? Sharp eyes to pick out a thing like that. The two builders, Dai and Bill, were busy and a fine bridge they made. Who stopped the bookies coming in on the a How are you?" A lovely lady of Margaret Street goes cutting her own marrows and carries them home too. Whose garden? How many tendered for the refresh- ment booth? Welcome to it next time. Busy times next week.

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a "O.ut of a job, eh?" "Yes," replied the un-employed one. "The boss where I was said he was losiii3 money on the things I was makin' « Is that so? What were you makin' P" "Mista]Kes." An epigram of Mrs. Ella Wheeler Wil- cox"; "To say that everybody is talking about a young man is a eulogy; but to say that everybody is talking about a young woman is an elegy." r M "r --18

NO TEA LIME ''Quaker' Tea OF ALL GROCERS.

Back to the Land. APPEAL TO GLAMORGAN COMMITTEE. At a meeting of Glamorgan Small Holdings and Allotments Committee on Monday a letter was read from Mr. Edgar Jones, M.P., stating that Ysgubor- wen Farm, Aberdare (which had been re- garded as a suitable property for small holdings), had changed hands; that the Earl of Plymouth was about to lease it, and that the Powell Duffryn Colliery Co., it was rumoured, were trying to'get it. "There is a strong feeling in the dis- trict," wrote Mr. Edgar Jones, "against allowing almost all the agricultural ;n- j terest to get into the hands of a large colliery compally¡H and he urged the com- mittee to do something in the matter. Mr. Jones added that he wrote at the request of a large number of constituents. Councillor G. A. Treharne said an asso- ciation had been formed at Aberdare, and it was strong enough in membership to take up the whole of Ysguborwen Farm. It was decided to write to Colonel Forrest (agent to the Earl of Plymouth) in the matter. Mr. Treharne also said that another farm in the district would soon be avail- able, and he would urge the desirability of the County taking over that as well. He was convinced that it was their duty to bring the people back to the land.

Father, to-day I earned money for the first time in my life." "Excellent, my son! How did you do it?" "I lost a bet." "Lost a bet?" "Yes, father, and refused to pay it."

Drink Bowen's "Veretta," the Queen of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere. THE ANNIVERSARY of the English Wesley an Church was held on Sunday last. The Rev. Hugh O. Roberts, Moun- tain Ash, conducted the services through- ,out the day. Mr B. A. Williams presided at the organ. PXJLPIT.—The Rev. T. Hirwen Jen- kins, of Nantymoel, occupied the pulpit of Nebo (Cong.) Church last Sunday. Mr Jenkins is an old member of the church, and his sermons are always appreciated whenever he comes to his mother-church. WELCOME TO MINISTER. We ex- tend our heartiest welcome to the new Welsh Wesleyan minister and his wife, the Rev. and 'Mrs. H. Jones-Davies, into our midst. May the reverend gentleman's sphere of labour be attended with every success.. CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOUR. — On Wednesday evening the weekly meeting of the Mount Pleasant Cong. Church C.E. Society was held. Papers were read by Messrs. R. Jones and A. Jones, and the pastor, the Rev. W. J. Rowlands, gave a very interesting address. FOOTBALL.—The Hirwain A.F. Club commenced the season in fine form last Saturday, when they met the Aberaman Windsors in Carter's Field, beating them by 3 goals to nil. It is to be hoped that this is prophetic of a successful season. Mr. A. Reed acted as referee. FA 1 Ali ACCIDENT. A young man named David John, son of Mr. John John, Penderyn-road, and who worked as haulier at the Turrel Level, Resolven, was killed on Saturday morning. The deceased had fallen from a tram, and was found lying on his face in a swamp. TEA PARTY.—The first annual tea in connection with Soar (Cong.) Church, Penderyn, was held at the hall, kindly lent by Mr. Davies, Lamb Hotel. The trayholders were: Mrs. Owen, Miss Annie May Howells, and Mrs. Robert Howells; Miss Marjorie Jones, Miss Claudia Jones, and Miss Barbara Lewis; Miss Mary Ann Jones and-Miss Jennie Jones; Mrs. Cecil- ia Williams and Miss Annie Davies ;"Miss Jennet Davies, Mrs. R. Derfel Roberts, and Miss G. Evans, Pontypridd; Miss Catherine Evans and Miss Alice Maud Evans; Miss Sarah Harries, Miss Gwen Evans, and Miss Annie Davies, Cymmer; assisted by Mrs. Bessie Williams, Mrs. Mary Jane Edwards, Mrs. Ann Morgan, Mrs. Margaret Jones, Mrs. Gwen Lewis, Miss Maud Jones, and Mrs. Timothy Wil- liams. A large number sat down to tea. The secretary was Mr. John Harries, Trebanog' Farm, and the treasurer wan Mr. David Jones, Gwalia Stores, while Mr. W. J. Edwards catered.

lJ. betClnOn. OUTING.—The annual outing of the voung people connected with the Forward Movement Hall took place on Monday. The party numbered about forty. Porth- cawl was the place visited. ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE.- On Saturday the Abercynon Ambulance Brigade attended at Cardiff on the occa- sion of the presentation of the beautiful motor ambulance car by the Welsh Divi- sion to the Cardiff City Council. TABERNACLE.—On Saturday evening Sunday, and Monday, the anniversary meetings of the Welsh Methodist Church were held, the preachers being Revs. S. T. Jones, Rhyl, and Thomas Williams, Gwalchmai. .¡,I n CARMEL, A farewell meeting was S.5 at the Welsh Wesleyan Church on Wednesday evening on, tho departure of the Rev. Rice Owen. The Rev. J. E. Thomas, from Treharrie, takes his place f in the circuit. ABERCYNON BRASS BAND. The Abercynon Brass Band held their race I meeting at the Abercynon Recreation Grounds on Monday. The officials were: President, Mr. Bruce Jones, M.E., D.C. Judges: Messrs. Harry Eynon, Mountain Ash; Price Hughes, Abercynon; E. H. Battram, Abercynon, and E. Treharne, Pontypridd. Handicappers: Foot events, Mr. Ted Lewis, Pontypridd; gallowav & trotting, Mr. T„ Williams, Llwynyp'a, cycle events, Mr. R. J. Brind, Cardiff; referee, Mr. D. Brisland, Ahercynou; starter, Mr. Syd Jenkins, Abercynon; bellman, Mr. Joseph Norman; clerk of i the course, Mr. Arthur Jones; treasurer, Mr. R. Webb, Abercynon; secretaries, Messrs. H. H. Durbin and E. W. Keel, Abercynon. Chief Results: 120 yards novice fiat handicap: George Rogers, 120 yards flat handicap (open): 1, Major Taylor (Tasmania), 2|yds.; 2, T. W Meredith, Cardiff, 9^yds,; 3, T. H. Old- field, Cardiff, 12|;yds. 300 yards flat han- dicap (open): 1, J. Thomas, Porth; 2, J. Isaac, Mountain Ash. Half-mile cycle handicap (open): 1, E. L. Burgess, Ponty- pridd, 35yds.; 2, W. Vernon, Bridgend, 68vds. 3, D. Harding, Treharris, 82yds. One mile cycle handicap (open): 1, Thos. Evans, Abercynon, 170yds; 2, W. Vernon, Bridgend, 140yds.; 3, E. C. Newman, Pontypridd, 56yds. H miles galloway I handicap (open): 1, R. N. Jones, Peh- rhiwceiber, Lady Jane; 2, E. P. Morgan, Abercynon, Ladas H miles trotting handicap (open): 1, T. Davies, Caer- philly, Little Tit, 60yds; 2, D. Bees, Aberdare, Bang Express, 315yds. Trades- men's Turn-out (open): 1st (champion silver cup), R. Broadbent, Mountain Ash; 2nd, J. Phillips, Mountain Ash; 3rd, Holloman, Penrhiwceiber. I

Abepcwmboi. Drink Bowen's "Veretta," the Queen of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere. BETHLEHEM Y.P. SOCIETY. — a James, the son of Alpheus," was the subject of a masterly paper contributed by Mr. Henry James Williams on Sun- day morning last. Comments were made by Messrs. Dan Isaac, John Hugh Davies, Levi Davies, Isaac Isaac, and Wm. R. Griffiths. Griffiths. BETHLEHEM M.I.S.—The first meet- ing of the season was held on Sunday afternoon. The report for last season was ably given by Mr. Wm. R. Griffiths, the hon. secretary. Mr. Dan Isaac pro- posed, and Mr. Philip Rees, A.C., second- ed a hearty vote of thanks to the secre- tary. The following officers were then elected: Chairman, Rev. J. Bowen Davies, pastor; vice-chairman, Mr. Hy. Williams; treasurer, Mr. Rees Davies; secretary, Mr. Wm. R. Griffiths. Mem- bers of committee: Miss Maud Jones, Miss S. Davies, Mrs. Wm. Evans, Mrs. W. Eggleton, Mrs. Howell Evans (Cwm- pennar), Messrs. John H. Davies, Philip Rees, and Wm, Morgan. S.A.O.B. PARADE.—The members of the Bruce Lodge of the R.A.O.B. held their annual parade on Sunday last. The procession started from the Lodge Room at the Capcoch Inn, and was headed by the Aberaman Silver Band, under the conductorship of Mr. R. S. Howells. The chief officers of the following lodges of the Aberdare valley were present: Prince of Wales, Aberdare; Llwyncelyn, Tre- cynon; Blodeuyn Cynon, Cwmbach; Mount Pleasant, Cwmaman; New Hotel, Godreaman; Bruce. Abercwmboi, and Sirdar, Mountain Ash. At Bethlehem Welsh Cong. Chapel a public service was held. The Rev. J. Bowen Davies preach- ed an admirable sermon from Mark 12, 44, and Mark xiv.. 9. The rev. gentle- man stated that the chief principles be- longing to the R.A.O.B. were charity, philanthropy, and benevolence. The organist was Prof. Jonah Rees. A.R.C.M.

Drink Bowen's "Veretta," the Queen of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere. SEION (B.).—On Sunday last the Rev. Thomas Harris, Llangorse (an old Aber- nant boy), preached at Seion. PHOTOGRAPHY.—On a recent after- noon the members of the Amateur Photo- graphic Society had an outing in the mountain district surrounding Cwm- aman. Four prizes were offered for the best set of 3 farm-house views, taken at the Fforehaman, Blaenaman Fawr, and Blaenaman Fach Farms. The judge was Mr. B. Thomas, jeweller, Aberdare, and the results were declared as follows: — 1st prize, Mr. James Ray, Institute Librarian; 2nd, Mr. John Lloyd. Bryn- hvfryd; 3rd, Mr. W. Webb; 4th, Mr. N. Parry. MATRIMONY.—On Tuesday morning a pretty wedding was solemnized at St. Margaret's Church, Aberaman, the con- tracting' parties being Miss Eliza Ann Baker, daughter of Mr. James Baker, 27, Spencer-street, Cwmaman, and P.C. Sid- ney Herbert Perrott, Cwmbach. The officiating minister was the Rev. Joseph Morgan, B.A., Vicar of Aberaman. The bride, who was attired in a dress of cream lustre with a cream crinoline hat. was given away by her brother, Mr. James Baker. The best man was Mr. William Baker, brother of the brid#, while the bridesmaids were Miss Annie Jarvis (attired in a cream dress and hat) and Miss Lizzie Smith, who was dressed in royal blue. Others present were Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Denniss, both of Cwm- aman. After the ceremony the party repaired to the bride's father's home, where a sumptuous breakfast had been prepared. The table was superintended bv Mrs. Perrott, of London (the bride- groom's mother), Mrs. S. Causley, Mrs. H. Moon, and Mrs. W. Barker. Others present were: Mr. and Mrs. Tom Jones. Cwmbach; Mr. and Mrs. Denniss, Aber- aman; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Barker Messrs. Ernest Jarvis and Tom GeaL SEION (B.).-On Sunday last the pre- sentation of certificates to successful students took place. Messrs. Evan Thomas, Milton-st., and John Matthews, Aman-st., handed them over, the recip- ients being: Oral certificates-Tommy Rees, Willie Rees, Clifford Thomas, Wm. John Rees, Morgan Morgans, Idwal Rees, Edward Morgan, Thos. Owen Griffiths, Geo. James Matthews, Irene Thomas, Katie Matthews, Sarah James, Dorothy James, Alice Maud Jenkins, Sarah Ann James, Annie Rees, Lizzie Jane Evans, Evan Dd. Harris, Morris George, and Trevor T. George. Written exam., Grade 1. (under 12): Irene Thomas and Rosina James (equal firsts in the whole of the Aberdare district); Katie Matthews (3rd in district); Nellie Morgan, Marjory Hughes, Thos. Owen Griffiths, Idwal Rees, Wm. George Rees, and Sarah Ann James. Grade II. (from 12-16), Dd. John George, Essex James, and Marjory James. Grade IV. (over 20): Gomer Thomas (2nd in A district), John E. Harries (3rd in district), John Matthews, and Samuel Oliver.

.;U)erlman> I ST. MARGAH:E;'l'>S.rhe Rev. Joseph I Morgan, B.A., new Vicar of Aberaman, preached for the first time at St. Mar- garet s Claurch on Sunday. The new QaratS, the Rev. D. J. Arthur, B.A., will not be able to undertake his duties until next month. CONCERT.-On Thursday evening last a smoking concert was held at the Mount I Pleasant Inn in connection with the Sea- side Club. The chair was occupied by Mr. E. Jones. An overture on the oiano t was contributed by Mr. Wm. Davie*, J who accompanied during the evening. Songs were contributed bv the following- Messrs. Dd. T. Lewis, J."H. Pask, Wjn. DavieS, Tom Lloyd, Jack Davies, S. Jones, Elias Williams, Dan Rowlands, Dsivid Jennings, Ed. Hancock, A. Mills, G. Hodges, and Frank Lewis. Mr. Thos. J. John gave a mandoline solo, and an excellent speech was made by Mr. John Thomas. The secretarial duties were carried out by Mr J. J. Powell, while Mr Stephen Jones also assisted.

Cwmbach, Drink Bowen's "Veretta," the Queen I of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere. THE COMMITTEE of the Hall and Library movement desire the attendance of all the singers at Bethania Vestry on Tueesday next, at 7. p.m., to form a united choir to prepare for the opening of the hall. The election of officers of the choir will he made at this meeting.

Abèdarè. I R.A.O.B. PRESENTATION. This 's held over until next week; TRANSFER OF BUSINESS, Ou. readers will be interested to know that the ironmongery business of Mr. Chas. Reed has been taken over by th e genial and popular Mr. Frank G. Hek. See ad- vertisement on Page 6. ■ SOAR.—On Sunday last the services at the above church were conducted by the Rev. T. Eli Evans, Cellan, the pastor- elect. At the morning service he took as his text, Judges vii., 3. In the evening I he preached from John iii., 16, 17. Both sermons showed that Mr. Evans is a very earnest preacher, and it is to be hoped that the town will benefit by his coming to our midst. Mr. Wm. Lewis officiated at the organ. at the organ. WHEN KNIGHTS WERE BOLD." -This popular comedy is produced for the first time at the New Theatre this week by Mr. J. Bannister Howard's Com- pany by arrangement with Mr. James Welch. It represents the absurdity of the upper classes referring to the deeds of I their ancestors and the U good old times." I The principal part of Sir Guy de Vere is magnificently portrayed by Mr. Sam Lysons. He is very humorous indeed. Miss Elsie Roberts as Lady Bowena Egginton" is a distinct success, whilst Mr. Alec Forbes as Isaac Isaacson" is equally successful. Mr. Bannister Howard, junr., is very clever as "Wittle," and Miss Adela Harvey acts very well as "Alice Barker." A splendid representa- tion of the Rev. Peter Pottleburv, D.D.. is Siven by Mr. G. Edward Hall, whilst Mr. Claude Aymonde is also prominent as Sir Brian Ballymote." The trans- as Sir Brian Ballymote." The trans- formation scene is exceptionally good. OBITUARY-On Wednesday of last week the death took place of Mrs. Wal- tere, the wife of Mr. Wm. Walters, of Little Wind-street, at the age of 42 years. Mrs. Walters had been a faithful member of Soar Cong. Church, of which church her husband is a deacon. On Monday the funeral took place at the New Cemetery. The officiating ministers were the Revs. T. Eli Evans, pastor-elect of Soar Church, and D. Silyn Evans, Siloa. The following members of the II churcli acted as "bearers-: Messrs. David Rees, Daniel Jones, John Rees (Glan Cynon), David Hughes, James Hughes, and John Lewis. Wreaths were sent bv Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Friends at Soar. and by the family. The mourners were: Mr Wm. Walters (husband): Evan, David William Tommy, Maggie May, Sarah and Edith Walters (children); Messrs. W. John Davies, James Davies. and D. Davies, brothers; Mrs. Richards and Mrs Davies, sisters; Mr. and Mrs. Rees, uncle and aunt; Mrs. Davies and Miss Rees, cousins; Mrs. Thomas, aunt; Mr. and Miss Thomas, cousins. INTERESTING WEDDING.-On Aug. ^5th, at St. James's Church, Bream, (*los., Mr. John Richard Thomas, son of the late Mr. John Thomas, tailor, Wind- street, Aberdare, was wedded to Miss Helen Mary Gertrude Fewings, third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Fewings, Ferndale. Bream. Rev. G. W. Leonard Cass, B.A., Vicar, officiated, assisted bv the Rev. J. R. Dewi Williams. B.A., Aberdare. The bride was given away by her father, whilst Mr. Samuel Thomas, brother of the bridegroom, acted as best I man. The bridesmaids were Miss Ethel M. I'ewings and Miss Marjorie Fewings, sisters of the bride. The church, which had been prettily decorated for the occa- sion, was crowded, the service being choral. During the signing of the regis- .ter the "Wedding March" from Men- delssohn was played by the organibt, Mr W. A. Thomas. After the ceremony a reception was held at Ferndale, the Prin- cess Royal Colliery Band playing selec- tions during the afternoon. Later in the day the happy couple left for IIfracombe. the locale of the honeymoon. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas were the recipients of numerous and costly presents. The bride and her family are very popular and highly esteemed in the Forest of Dean, her father being secretary to the Princess Royal Colliery Co., Lvdney, and a pro- minent Freemason. The bridegroom is a familiar figure in Aberdare, especially in church circles. He is a member of the Diocesan Conference, and chairman of the Aberdare Church Defence League.

T pec^non, OPEN-AIR TvIEETI'i\T G. ear the Pub- lic Hall a monstre open-air meeting was held on Tuesday evening last by the I.L.P. Branch. The speakers were Messrs. Dan Lewis, Cwmaman; John Rogers and Ben Thomas, Trecvnon. all ministerial students. Mr. Lewis, who took the platform first, spoke on The only way to social and economic salva- tion. fr. B. Thomas dwelt on the re- lationship between Socialism and the principles of Christianity; while Mr. J. Rogers explained why "Young Liberal- ism cannot be effective as a mean^ to social reform, and showed that Socialism is the only cure for industrial and social diseases. Mr. John Davies, Cledwyn- terrace, presided over the meeting, and Mr. Idwal Thomas made the announce- ments. A large crowd stood spellbound for nearly two hours. This was a record meeting for the Trecynon Branch.

Cwmpe n n a r. NOTICES were given on Wednesday to about 200 workmen at Lower Duffryn Colliery. It is intended to stop the two districts, and work the coal from another direction. The notices will expire at the end of September.

fountain Ash. THE SECRET OF SUCCESS.-T)-,erp is something distinctive about the goods of the Mountain Ash Furnishing Go.— the keynote of quality, which raises them high above imitations. No rubbish stocked. ACCIDENT.—In the early hours of this (Thursday) morning another acci- dent occurred in the Deep Duffryn Pit. The byatt, to which the shaft guide ropes are attached was broken. The night shift men were brought to the surface via the Navigation Pit. This 15 the 3rd aecidenf in the space of f-rirp- weeks. v- "P"NTGOLTXTç: B^-umembers of the jfoti' Lodge, Bryngolwg Mis sion ijlt, faere entertained in quite a unique manner last Tuesday evening. The pro- ceedings took the form of a Fruit Ban- quet. Musical items were rendered by Bro. Morgan, Sister C.. West, Bro. Hol- man, Bro. C West, Bro. J. West.. Sister M. West, Sister J. West. Recitations were given by. Bro. Atkins and Bro. Archer, The president for the evening was Bro. J. West. PAVILION VARIETIES. A great show at the Pavilion this week, ana the management are to be congratulated on their enterprise, The Welsh-Mac Far- land fight on the Pavilionscope has at- tracted immense crowds, the whole 20 rounds being shown. The picture is the finest ever exhibited; its clearness and steadiness were voted perfect. Little Hackenschmidt has proved a great draw. and his clean wrestling with all the best locals has made a name for him. The little wonders, Howard and Wallace, present two laughable sketches which are highly diverting. Tom Jenkins, with his Welsh quips and comic songs, delights everyone. "THE FATAL WEDDING." — The* atre-gpers in the Mount have this week placed before them a drama of human life which appeals to man, woman, and child. "The Fatal Wedding," as pre- sented by Mr. Percy Williams, displays every phase of life, from the seamy to the successful. There is the wrongly accused wíÎe battling against the machinations of an unmerciful adven- turess, and as a relief the humour of the Irish cook, the kindly policeman, and the French butler. The children's scene in the 3rd act merits' special commenda- tion. The whole play is teeming with incident. The play will be staged short- ly at the New Theatre, Aberdare, when all should make an effort to pay repeat -in ci f- « ¡ "ftDDIN -G.k verv pretty wedding took place at Ffrwd Baptist Chapel on I Wednesday morning. The contracting parties were Mr. Benjamin Prosser, eldest son. of Mr. and Mrs. John Proseer, Brvncelyn House, High-street, and Miss Mary Elizabeth Davies, niece of Mrs. Bryncelyn House, High-street, and Miss 7 Mary Elizabeth Davies, niece of Mrs. Morris Lewis. The Emporium, Moun- tain Ash. The bride was charmingly dressed in a prune amazon cloth cos- tume, and wore a beautiful picture hat trimmed with violets and foliage. She was given away by Mr. John Prosser. and the best man was Mr. Tom Pugh. son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Pugh. with whom the bride has lived for 21 years. The officiating minister was the Rev. J. Glandwr Watkius After the ceremony the happy pair left for Pantyffynon, Car- marthenshire, where the honeymoon is I being spent. They have been the recip- ients of many handsome presents. COTTAGE HOSPITAL.-The Cottage Hospital monthly meeting was held on Monday in the Council Chambers, Mr. I R. Parsons presiding. Col. M. Morgan, in proposing a vote of condolence with the bereaved family, made suitable refer- ence to the good services rendered to the I Hospital and the district by the late Dr. Ensor, Cardiff, who was hon. surgeon to the Cottage Hospital. Mr. A. Bennet. Penrhiwceiber, and Mrs. Shaw, Moun- tain Ash, were appointed visitors for the ensuing month. Messrs. G. Jefferies and W. I. Jones examined all bills, which were passed. Capt. F. N. Gray report- ed having received the following amounts: £ "2 2s. through Mrs. Edwards from the London and Provincial Bank; ,£141 6s. 9d. from the Bioscope Benefit Committee. Upon the treasurer's re- port, a resolution was adopted thanking everyone who had taken part in making the Bioscope Benefit such a grand suc- cess financially. Further that letters of thanks be conveyed to each official de- cess financially. Further that letters of thanks be conveyed to each official de- partment. v I WEDDING.—The wedding of Miss Ada Fogarty, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Fogarty, 3, Middle Pit, Cwm- pennar, to Mr. Thomas Morrell, eldest son of the late Mr. Morrell and Mrs. Morrell. Philip-street. Mountain Ash, was solemnized at Nazareth English Baptist Church on Wednesday morning. Baptist Church on Wednesday morning. I The officiating minister was the Rev. E. V. Tidman. The bride was nicely attired in a pretty grey princess robe with pale grey hat trimmed with white silk. Miss Annie Warlow, Penrhiwceiber. who act- ed as bridesmaid, was dressed in a plum colour robe, with cream hat trimmed j with roses. The bride was given away by her father, and the best man was Mr Henry Morrell. brother of the bride- groom. The guests entertained at the groom. The guests entertained at the home of the bride's parents included the following: Mrs. Lawrence, Mrs. Champ- ion, Mrs. Antill, Miss Lawrence. Miss Antill, Mrs. Fitzgerald, Mrs. Neal. Mrs. •Tas. Davies, Mrs. Thomas Macey, Mrs. Falder, Mrs. John Thomas, and Miss Harris. After breakfast the happy pair left for Hereford, where the honeymoon is being spent. They were the recip- ients of many presents, handsome and costlv. FUNERAL.—The interment of the mortal remains of Miss Grace Gordon, eldest, daughter of the late Geo. Henrv Gordon and Mrs. Gordon, Lletty Shenkin Farm, Cefnpennar, took place at Cae- garw Cemetery in the family grave last Saturday. The deceased lady was 52 years of age. She I highly respected, and was a faithful member of the Roman Catholic Church. Great sym- pathy is felt in the district towards the whole family in their bereavement. The last rites were performed by Father Simeon of Brittany, in the unavoidable absence of the Rev. Father Irvine. The chief mourners were: Miss Alexandra (Lexie) Gordon, sister: Mr. Francis Gor- don, brother; Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gordon., brother and sister-in-law: Mr. James John Gordon, brother; Miss Mary Elizabeth Gordon, sister; Mr. John Eraser & daughter, Taff's Well, cousin; Mrs. Seymour, Cardiff, cousin; Mr. Geo. Wm. Gordon, nephew. The bearers were Messrs. James Jones, W. Murphy, Wm. John Sweet, Joseph Ellery, Thomas Evans. and Dd. John Evans. Some beau- tiful floral tributes were received from Master G. W. Gordon, Dr. and Mrs. Forbes; The Cefnuennar Young Men; Mrs: Ellery, Mrs. Eley, Mrs. Joe Lewis, Mrs. Common. Mrs. T. Walsh. Mrs. A. Evans, Mrs. Hitchins, Mrs. Bound. Mrs. Savin, Mrs. Teakle. Mrs. W. Evans, Mrs. J. Williams, Mrs. G. Williams, Mrs. Davies, and Mrs. Smart.

Per,, rh iweel bier. PERSONAL.—We are pleased to state that Mr. Ben Davies, Bryn ami wg, has succeeded in # obtaining admission to Dundee Training College. He takes up his duties this month. He has the best wishes of his numerous friends. FUNERAL.—On Saturday Percy, the 10 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Davies. Church-street, was buried at Mountain Ash Cemetery. The Rev. D. Jones, Vicar of St. Winefred's, officiated. The following were chief mourners: Messrs. W. Davies, D. Davies, W. Mor- ton, Albert Wiltshire. Stephen Meridew, David Davies. Much sympathy is felt with the family in the loss of their little one. FUNERAL.—On Monday the mortal remains of Mr. James Edwards, 2, Wes- ley Cottages, were interred at Mountain Ash Cemetery. Deceased, who had reached the age of 70 years, was an old 1inhabitant of Penrhiwceiber. Rev. J. Lloyd, Mountain Ash, officiated, and the following were chief mourners: Mr. James Edwards, Garw Valley, son: Mr. and MI\3. Davies, Mr. and Mrs. Evan Evans (Wesley Cottage), nieces and nephews; Messrs. George Thomas, James Edwards, Abertysswg; Isaac Edwards, Ystrad; Mr. and Mrs. Humphreys. R.A.O.B.-The- above lodge members met al their new quarters, Park Hotel. on Tuesday, August 30th, with Bro. Grif- fiths, C.P., as president, ablv assisted by his fellow officers. A few brethren from the Cynon Lodge were present. The following Brethren contributed towards the evening'? proceedings in their usual good stylet" Bro. Clancy. C.P.A..B.; Bro. p c 0 Ruiifi|ys C.P.C.R.; Bro. Austin, C.P. Fisher, and Bro. Jones, of the Cynon Lodge, Bro. Magor gave some 1 gcwju suggestions with re.ard to Buffaloism at Ceiber, and Mr. A. Bond was made a member pi tne notvle Order. DEPARTURE. Penrhiwceiber on J Wednesday witnessed the departure of Messrs. Harry, Jonn, and William Squance, together with their cousin. Mr. G. Dungey, and their uncle and cousins —William, John, ând Ed. Humphreys. A great number of friends had congre- gated on the Taff Vale platform on the ¡ departure of the 12.59 train for London: where they gybeequently embarked for Antwerp, en route for Freemantle. Wes- tern Australia. Several of their friends accompanied them to Cardiff and Lon- don. All the brothers had been born and bred in Penrhiwceiber. They all leave with the best wishes of their I numerous friends.

Abercynon' I R.A.O.B.—At the meeting held on Thursday evening, Bro. F. S. Aust ini- tiated Messrs. Davies and Brewer as brethren of the Order. Bro. W. J. ¡ Bevan, C.P., was elected presiding officer ) for the coming month. OUTING.—Last Thursday the Aber- cynon Grocers and Ej kers' Association held its Annual outings The day was spent at Hfracombe. The weather was ideal, and the day's outing was enjoyed by all. '-N,f r. Smith, grocer, carried out the secretarial duties. WHIST DRIVE.—A whist drive in connection with the R.A.O.B. (Cynon Lodge) was held at the Workmen's Hall on Wednesday evening. The prizes were won as follows: —"Ladies: 1st, Miss Brown, Treharris; consolation, Miss Chaplin, Treh?T~-f ^jntlemei^ Mr. Abaxvadft t consolation, Mr, Currie. Dancing "was also indulged 111. Miss Gould sr.d Mr. Robert Grain- presided at the piano.

Cynor. Cuts. BY THE KID." Better luck next dme. Bill. It. wasn't cut up. really now. Notable absentee from the Buffs. Where is Medicus ? Great improvements, coming along Cynon way. Who's engaging the Band? Is it Junction? The rumour is that there will be dancing on the green. Better get those sports over. or it looks like costing the collectors more than they gather. Poor Syd, he did drop in for it. It was a cheap gingham though. Somebody was rude enough to suggest it wasn't his. What's this I hear about a postcard? Nonsense, he go to the Infirmary. Electricians are born swankers. It takes a fisherman to beat 'em. A sweet half sov. from the Tavern Newydd, and cash down, too. Who was the favoured one that re- ceived a communication from Miss Hook of Holland Don't go up the hillside to enquire. John Bull has joined the hatlese bri- gade. Was it compulsory? The Great Dame weighs 9 stone. No need to laugh, it does. Weary travellers take a rest, but remember < Cave Can- em." The distribution of the garden products by Lord Dewar was all right. Not Shon- ny but Gwilym Wnion now. Six new bowlers and a featherweight swanker required More work for the hat and cap maker, and another little job for the gingham faker. The Nelson "nip came unstuck, you can't play skittles while you are holding the whip. To be continued next week.

-k be ricy n o Police Court THURSDAY lst.-Before Sir T. Marchai. s (Stipendiary) and Col. M. Morgan. DIIUNKS.-Belilair.ir, Hill, Tynetown, 10s. and costs: Wm. Johnson, in Mel- bourne-street. Tyntetown, 15s. and costs; David Price, in Penrhiwceiber-road and Bailey-street, two charges, £ ned 10s. in each case, and black-listed. l?eo. Teague, Abercynon, 5s. and costs. John Peters, Ynvsboeth, 5s. and costs. SLEEPING OUT.—Richard Jones and Edward Morgan were charged with sleeping out at the back of Duffryn House, Mountain Ash P.S. Coleman said that he found both defendants in the hayrick.—Morgan was sent to prison for 7 days, and J ones for one month. MORE DRUNKS.—John Fitzgerald, in Ynysboeth; Elizabeth Callaghan, in Melbourne-street, Tyntetown; Richard John, in Windsor-place, Ynysybwl, 10s. i and costs each. ABUSING HER HUSBAND. Mary Jane Parfitt, Tvnteiown, was brought up at the instance of P.S. Evans for using indecent language in Walsh-street. She was throwing stones at the door and cursing her husband.—Fined 5s. ONE MONTH EACH.—Thos Williams, Senghenydd, was summoned by his wife, Esther Williams, Penrhiwceiber, for X2 8s. maintenance arrears. Williams did not have the money, and lie was sent to prison for one month.—Edwin Taylor, Senghenvdd, was brought up by Edith M. 'Reynolds for bastardy arrears. Sen- tenced' to one month. YOUNG MAN SENT TO PRISON.— Stanley Hussey, Mountain Ash-road, Abercynon, a youth, was charged with attempting to obtain 2s. 6d. bv false pre- tences.—Mr. A. T. James, Pontypridd, prosecuted, and Mr. S. Shipton, Moun- tain Ash, defended.—Thos. Williams, 1, Evans-terrace. Abercynon, said he was a 1 collier at the Dowlais-Cardiff Colliery. He left a full tram of coal in the face of his working place on Saturday. It was marked 15z—67. He saw this particular tram on Mondav morning, and noticed that his number had been rubbed out and 9x substituted. This was the defendant's number.—Morgan Davies, collier, 48, Lock-street. Abercynon, also gave evi- dence.—Win. Reynolds, checkweigher, 78, Mountain Ash-road, said that the sides only had been marked 9x. The ends of the tram had not been altered.—Jona- than Davies, fireman, said that on Sun- day night defendant, worked as a haul- lier. He did not fill any coal that night. —P.S. Evans said he saw the tram on the pit top on Monday morning. The 9x on the tram in question was very similar to the defendant's usual figur- iii-Defc-daiit went into the box and denied tampering with the numbers.— The Stipendiary said that the case was very clear. Colliers who had been work- ing' hard were robbed right and left by xniscrnpiilous men. Defendant would have to go to prison for one month.