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Mid-Rhondda Musings- Subscriptions continue to pour in to the coffers of the Mid-Rhondda Y.M.C.A. The latest subscriber is Mr. D. A. Thomas, M.P., with a donation of L5. Passengers in a Tonypandy car had a rather unpleasant experience the other evening. A young man, on leaving the car, blew some electric snuff" off his hand, and instantly disappeared. --+-- *>1 than it takes to write these cctes, ail the passengers were in the xmoes or a sneezing competition. Wh^o. enjoyed the joke, others foco nn'1 until the,y were red in the the 'pe? £ ?t,ator? 6tor"1 on --+-- There were 25 applicants for Old crsryt«« p°s Oil New Year's Day. --+- oreHoved1 if*+1^ Trealaw Roacl was so w iE? +i? i1^ ProsPect of support w ithout the taint of pauperism that she collapsed before reaching the local pœt --+- Another old age pensioner at Tony- pandy invested his first week's pension in a new hat, whilst another bequeathed a Kew sixpenny-bit which he received over the post office counter to his grand- daughter as a memento of the historic occasion. For the first time in the course of his life, Mr. Emrys Richards, our well- known townsman, figured Christmas Day as a musical adjudicator. His decisions were generally popular, and what was more--fair.

Pentre Pellets. Readers are earnestly requested not to tempt the local outfitter, who, upon New Year's Day, vowed that he would no longer worship at the shrine of My Lady -Nicotine." By George," if we oatcli him smoking. It is not true that the love-sick youth, who was noticed partaking of a refreshing cup of Vigoral'. at a, local grocery stores on Wednesday, promised the young lady in charge that ho would arm our (arm her) home that evening. When our worthy Stipendiary remarked to the erring musicAana who appeared before him, that they had been playing out of tune," he might have added that an opportunity was presented them of paying out some tin." Overheard at the shop assistants' meet- ing on Monday night: — Will Calico: Wasn't he a fine spouter, J aék? Jack Pickles: Aye; he was all right-, Will, but I thought some of his remarks were a bit" Hoff man." --+-- They were no heroes returning from a distant battlefield on Monday afternoon who were responsible for the outburst of martial music at Pentre. 'Twas only the Drummer Boys' Brigade having a blow." --+-- The generous husband who intended purchasing gaiters for his better half, had. 111 jU^Ure' ^>6^er learn the size required and not" the age of the recipient. Shop- keepers are at &a when 'tis a, womon's Ankle that's concerned. -+-- iv> We ar pleased to leam that the gentle- » waits" who were the recipients of liquidescent affection at ,t local public- house on New Year's Eve have decided to be more mild" in their amorous per- f.ûrmao.oos 111 future. Bitter decision, gents. ambufanr.!?* ^>e1en of late regarding day nij>ht ^eil*'re; but on Satur- tl.eory put into^fie^Tl^ on the warpath T? v°^e TeVG in thelocaHtr a tAS' Selte" t At hacl 'lefwtecl I «ght.

Ton Talk. Our motto for the present ycar: Blessed is he that expects nothing, for hj shall never be disappointed." -+-- The recent fall caused many of the inhabitants of Ton to rise late during the nippy mornings of last week. Even the musical creak of the ash-carts took a rest." The waits were heard a. few times in the neighbourhood on Christmas Eve and Boxing night. We were rather dis- appointed, as they did not stay long enough to satisfy us. -+-- The organ recitals held at Jerusalem on Boxing Day deserved much better patronage Doubtless many of the in- habitants went jaunting. The organisers are to be commended for their efforts. The Rhondcla Naturalists hold their eighth annual conversazione next week at the Workmen's Hall. Carriages will be at the door for 12.30. We trust that the young man already referred to in these columns, who was taken home rather mixed, has ordered his cart for the occasion. -+-- A persistent youngster, who will surely get on in this world, asked at a certain, place for a Christmas box." His re- quest met with a most emphatic No." A few hours later, he repeated his appeal This time he got it—on his ear.

Treherbert Tags. A young man in Penyrenglyn had drunk so much on Tuesday night that, when he tried to- cross1 the road, he fainted. Sympathetic friends tried to revive him by rubbing his face in the snow. If he was not eventually all white, it is still a fact that he was one of the All Whites." The proper way to eat a spai-,e-rib-tbo, kind one gets with Treherbert butchers about closing time—is to lay it out care- fully on a plate, then look at it intently for some minutes. Having discovered a point of vantage, at the end of which there is a bit of meat, the player must poise his 'fork gracefully over the tender bit and cry, I spy." --+- To change the subject—Treherbert is proud to have the honour of containing the smartest policeman in the force. Ile has been declared as sucli by a. ro I less important personage than his mother. "Was-he" intended for a butcher? 'Tis said that everything comes to him who waits." Not so with the KiU-'em- quick" set of clioristers, who were waits" outside the Conservative Club on New Year's Eve. One member of the choir was certainly a heavy-" wait (weight) by the amount of sticking-plaster on his proboscis. Treherbert N.U. were disappointing against Mid-Rhondda. The referee spoiled the game to a certain exitent by blowing the whistle rather too often. Our for- wards' were badly beaten. More beef is required in this department. Edwards' eflorts were praiseworthy. --+-- The referee used the whistle so often on Saturday that a wag among the crowd was inspired to sing out, Northern Union rule books, 3d. each." It is not true that he changed the ball because it was dirty. --+-- The chap in Ynyswen who diets him- self on sand, must be full of grit.

Treonchy Trifles. Mr. Septimus Ashton, Bethania, Tre- orchy, is leaving the district to take up the post of choirmaster at Merthyr Vale. -,+-- A committee has n formed with a view of taking stops to recognise his ser vices in a tangible manner. A Treorchy shoemaker has a penchant for decoratiiv his shop window with balloons. A flight of ambition, evidently Treorchy was given over to gourmand ising last week. No less than half-a- de zen" socials were held on New Year's Eve. lommy is said to be the sharpest boy in his class. The other day he wa& by his teacher what was meant by "Honour thy father and thy mother." Blow them up and worship them," replied the erudite youth. As a result of the snow storm, the A her gorchy Colliery was idle for the grater part of last week. Nearly 2,000 work- men were iffected.

Pontygwaith Pottage. The Soar Choir are at present excep- tionally busy rehearsing the popular can- tata, The Merry Milkmaid," which will be performed in a few weeks' time. A Reading Circle has been formed at the Forward Movement Hall for the benefit of the young people of the locality. No doubt, most of the young people will help to make the Circle a success. The young men who once boasted th lir rastling" abilities, now intend joining the Miniature Rifle Club. --+-- Mr. Haldane will be pleased to initiate them members of the Terriers." Our Lest wishes go with the laddies. Pontygwaith Mixed secured the hi«%«?t percentage m the district for the nHaiti) of November, namely, 96. Congratu- lations! -♦ o The House of Lords had better beware. Ita very existence is in peril, for six young eloquent men from Pontygwaith are busily preparing powder for its total extinction on February 9th at the Peny- graig Debating; Society.

Tylorstown Topics. Have the Taff Vale Railway cars been converted into a travelling mena- gerie ? On Saturday last, while coming up from Porth with the car that leaves about 10.15 p.m., wo had as company: Ten rabbits in a bag; three hares in a. sack; two live ferrets in a basket: and three sporting dog,»! --+-- In the siame compartment were a clergyman, a colliery manage]1, a nowlv wedded couple, and a. Pres-s correspon nt --o 1 The billiard tournament at the Liorary has reached a climax, and we are pleised to see our worthy friends, Messrs. James J Davies, E. W. Roberts, Jenkin Davies- and Gwilym (of Smith's), walking off with their well-earned prizes. --+-- We are sorry to learn that there are numerous complaints about the mis- behaviour of the feminine sex at the various places of worship on Sunday evenings. Reform, Suffragettes!

Porth Jottings. The outlook at Porth just at present is not very bright, so one can hardly sit and muse." --+- Not only are there over 400 men out of employment—caused by the stoppage of the Upper Cymmer Colliery—but at the expiration of this month—if the notices are not withdrawn—over 2,000 persons more will also terminate work at the steam coal collieries under the same com- pany. -+- Mr. T. W. Berry, at Cymmor, on New Year's Eve, stated that Cardiff—our Metropolis—would not be on the map if it were not for the Rhondcla Yalley. --0-- That Cardiff is indebted to the Valley for its existence is to a very large extent quite true; but very probably Cardiff was on the map before the Rhondda coal was discovered. --+-- Our Chamber of Trade is determined to raise the status of Porth still higher. The secretary has written Mr. Andrew Carnegie concerning a, grant for Free Library. --+-- Inasmuch as a free site is one of the stipulated conditions towards obtaining this grant it is more than probable that the Chamber has a site in view. —— —■- The needs of a Public Hall, Swimming Baths. Market, and Park wfr- also rather jocularly mentioned at the last meeting; but we would remim7 the Chamber that many a truth is .-v :>ken in jest." Messrs. Price & Co., The Porth Tailors, are to be complimented 0; their smart advertising scheme, which com- mences this week. Our readers will see all particulars in our advertising columns,

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Amusements. Hippodrome, Tcnypandy. The Hippo continues to grow in public favour, and huge audiences fill the building this week enraptured with a pro- gramme which is in every way excellent. Olivo Watts occupies the boards this week with a really clever entertainment. His is a smart, versatile turn, and his dancing is as eccentric as it is clever. Harry Bland is another eccentric comedian of taking" powers, and is soon in good humour with the audience. Master Tre vor Watkins, the wonderful boy soprano of Ystrad, is also on the bill. This young lad has a marvellous voice, which he knows how to use to the best advantage. Another particular draw is Greenock, the one-time Belfast newsboy, in impersonations of famous comedians. Jean Kram, a juggler of many parts. and the Raynors complete the variety portion. The pictures are also amusing, entertaining and edifying, constituting a pleasant two hours' "shoiv." Theatre Royal, Tonypandy. Mr. and Mrs. J. Rice Cassidy and com- pany are occupying the boards this week with that popular play, entitled In Holy (!) Russia," abounding with interest- ing situations and genuine comedy. There is not a dull moment throughout, and the audiences are thoroughly appreciative, as they may well be with such a play of true merit and so well produced. It is a play of leading parts, and the character which stands out first and foremost is that of Renee Rubinoff," which is played with the zeal and interpretation of a clever and charming actress. Miss Madge Trevelyan shows marked ability as C'atska Lavotski." Mr. Henry Compton, a3 the fuissy Colonel Richard Forrest," makes the most of his part, and with Mr. J. Rice Cassidy as "Mickey Nolan," his servant man, makes the house shake with hilarious roars. Mr. St. George Frere, as "Baron Von Plene," chief of I the Russian police, takes the part well, his get-up contributing to the realism of the character. Of the other characters, it will suffice to say that a high standard of excellence is maintained throughout. The first-class series of bioscope pic- tures shown at each performance adds greatly to the evening's enjoyment. Next week, Mr. Fred Melville's com- pany will appear in Her Road to Ruin." TivoU, Pentre. The Four Delawares, who top the bill this week, are a jolly quartet. A typical billiard room is presented, the artistes '•eveliina: in side-splitting antics, only to be disturbed by an intruding. organ grinder. A good wind-up to their per- formance is a smart sand dance upon) the billiard table. A charming singer with a melodious voice is Annie Heath, who renders pretty songs and presents grace- ful stepping. Douglas and Gordon are a versatile pair, who sing sweet duets and execute neat stepping. The Westbrooks also dance prettily, and succeed in inducing an aged pensioner to cut some curious antics. The coon ever finds a friend at Pentre, and the beautiful scene of an Alabama farmyard which forms a fitting picture for the turn of Shirley Liggins and company demands comment. The quintet of artistes are the stars of the week, their impressive renditions being loudly applauded. J. Blaine delights the crowd with good imitations of various artistes who entertain at a New Year's party, and his Dutch song is well received. Beautiful instrumental music is heard when Steve Bartle is announced. Various selections are played upon the concertina by this genius, who also imitates In a faultless manner the chiming of bells. He sings a pathetic song with a. sweet effect, and possesses a talented voice. The Tivoliscope shows new films weekly. Palace, Porth. The star turn of a splendid combina- tion at the Palace this week are the Five Burneils, in a musical comedy act, Golfing." Uncommonly smart and ex- ceedingly witty, they evoke continuous applause. The Sisters Gerretti, double trapeze wonders, also display unusual ability in their line, and obtain plaudits galore. None the less famous in- her turn is Nellie Coleman, described as "the only female comedian in the world." Possess- ing rare wit, she is really charming and quite up-to-date. Theresa and May, in an excellent protean act of singing, win a fair share of appreciation. Oakdene, comedy ventriloquist, in a nautical scena, Stowaways," is peculiarly funny, creat- ing roars of laughter. Jim Topping, the lump of fun, the Dan Leno of the North," is clever; while Miss Maie, in an elegant wire act, is superb. Harry Hayton, the peculiar comedian, is ex- tremely funny; so also are Lack and Ford, the eccentric acrobatic comedians. The pictures of the Palascope, as usual, are thoroughly up-to-date, and are much appreciated. Opera House, Treherbert. Last week, Mr. Montague Beaudyn submitted his specially selected company, and gained well-merited success in Send Him Victorious" for the first, and A Beautiful Fiend for the last three nights. Of the two productions, the latter was slightly superior to the former, and was consequently a greater attrac- tion. Send Him Victorious" was a play much enjoyed bv the public. Mr. Bert Woodin, as Georie Walker" (ser- vant to Captain Allison "), was respon- sible for the pleasant and humorous spirit which prevailed during the performance. He was much assisted in his laughable manoeuvres by Miss Madse Palmer, who played Gretchen Hot" both artistes working hard and acting well in the more pathetic parts of the piece. A Beauti- ful Fiend told a sto-v of real life in cruel Russia.. This nrodurtion was most exciting, human and fpnny. much hearty lauehter being r»r.«ed hv the same two artistes who provided so much fun and amusement in the preceding plav. The scenes in Russia were very realistic, and the hardships endured by the prisoners condemned to Siberia were vividly por- trayed. The following characters were very well represented:—" Major Ivan Paulovitoh," by Mr. W. Allington; Count Fedor Karateff," by Mr. G. M. Motanini; Wanda Luhinoff," by Miss Katherine Herbert; and" Nadine Strogoff," by -3fiss Isobelle Hunt. For the whole of this week, a special engagement has been made of Mr. and Mrs. F. G. Kimberley's famous Two Little Drummer Boys" company. This is one of the finest dramas now travel- ling. The production of this play will be made all the more attractive by the correct uniforms, special scenery, and a band of drums, bugles, and fifes. Cardiff Empire. The premier offering of the Cardiff Empire management next week will be Miss Mary Maypen and Company in the great dramatic sketch, The Yellow Fang," which is an episode of an opium hell in Chinatown, San Francisco. It is founded on the actual facts of a terrible crime committed in the Chinese quarter of San Francisco in the summer of 1902. The Chief Superintendent of Police, Mr. John H. Corbin, in giving evidence, made use of the following words —" This ter- rible drug (opium) is a yellow fang fastening upon the throats of the inhabi- tants of this great city, and through its agency, and under its influence, crimes are committed here that could not be possible in any other city in the civil- ised world." Oswald Williams, the illusionist, in the same bill, is one of the quickest in his particular line of business to-day. Some of his tricks, as, for instance, the smartly shut up boxi, have been seen before, but the majority a.re distinctly new and refreshingly original. Also engaged are Harry Grey, the Aus- tralian Nugget, in his new airship act; Alburtus and Millar. in their funny inci- dent, "Fun at a, Fair Percy Hannan, possessor of a lovely voice: the Three P"estons, in their sketch, The Liftman's Rise"; Gladys Mavius, the Canadian Girl; and Olive ArmidaJe.

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