Rhondda Leader Maesteg Garw and Ogmore Telegraph

Rhondda Conservatives. Mr Harold Lloyd Appointed as candidate. At a well-attended meeting of the Con- servative Party in the Rhondda, Mr. Harold M. Lloyd was unanimously adop- ted as the Conservative and Tariff Reform candidate in opposition to Mr. W. Abraham (Mabon). the sitting member. A central office has been opened at 8, Aber- Rhondda Road, Porth, and the party organisation is in full working order. The Rhondda Conservative Association, with its various sub-committees, has been dis- solved.

Alderman r..1crgan Curious. Addressing a Conservative meeting at Tonyrefail on Monday evening, Alderman Lewis Morgan, the Tory candidate for South Glamorgan, said that he would like to know whether he was fighting a Socialist or a Liberal in this election. Would not Mr. Brace have to sign the constitution of the L.R.C. ? Was the Miners' Federation bound bv the policy of the L.R.C.? Was not Mr. Brace, therefore, prevented from being on the platform of, a LiberalP Was not the Federation bound by the policy of the I.L.P., a Socialist organisation? (A Voice: "No"). Well. the I.L.P. were affiliated with the. L.R.C., and perhaps the interrupter would agree they were twins, though he would not concede that they were related (laughter and applause).

Mid-Rhondda and District Chamber of Trade. Tramway Extension at Clydach Vale. Objection to Proposed Route. The usual monthly meeting of the above Chamber took place on Wednesday, the 15th inst., at Wellington Chambers, Tonypandy. Mr. J. Owen Jones presided over a large gathering of members. CORRESPONDENCE. Arising out of the correspondence, a letter was read from the Taff Vale Rail- way Company in reference to a complaint made by the Chamber of the nuisance caused to pedestrians passing under the T.V.R. incline bridge near Pandy Square, by the droppings from underneath the bridge in wet weather, stating that the matter would have the Company's due consideration. A letter was also read from Mr. Venn, the stationmaster of Tonvpandy and Trealaw, stating that the complaint of the Chamber re payment of claims was having his attention, and that all claims would be satisfactorily settled. The General Manager of the Rhondda Tramways Company wrote stating that, upon the request of the Chamber, arrange- ments had been made for printing all future tram tickets Tonypandy Square," instead of Market Square as hitherto. A letter was also read from the G.P.O., London, stating that the matter of extra nillar boxes for Tonypandy and district had received their earnest consideration, and they had decided that the needs of the district did not warrant the provision of additional boxes. In relation to a petition made to the District Council to provide underground public conveniences on Pandy Square and also lavatories for both sexes, a letter was read from the Clerk of the Council stating that the matter suggested by, the Chamber had received the previous con- sideration of the District Council but the difficulties in the way of carrying out the same were such as to render it prac- tically impossible to carry out the pro- ject. Mr. Noah Meredith thought the reply of the Council was not quite satisfactory, and he moved that a deputation be ap- pointed to wait upon the Council to place the matter more fully before them. After other members had spoken strongly on the matter, it was decided to adopt the course suggested by Mr. Meredith. REPORT OF FEDERATED MEETINGS. The report of the delegates who visited the Federation meetings of the Associated Chambers of Trade of Monmouthshire, Glamorgan and Breconshire recently held at Dowlais, was given by Mr. J. Owen Jones, who in a lengthy report stated that there were. present at the Federation a record attendance of delegates from various parts, and that the work of the Chambers was gaining ground. Five new Chambers had been received at the annual meeting, which brought the total number now affiliated to the Federation up to 26. Several important matters were dealt: with. but nothing that interested the Mid-Rhondda Chamber. A request made -N r by the Tonyrefail Chamber of Trade for the Federation to assist them in getting a footbridge over the railway at the G.W.R. station at Tonyrefail received due consideration. The Shop Hours "No. 2 Bill was also freely discussed and ex- plained. Mr. Jones further stated that it was decided to alter the name of the Federation, and in future it would be known as the South Wales and Mon- mouthshire Federation of Chambers of Trade. Votes of thanks to the delegates for their excellent report were passed. TELEPHONIC MATTERS. The report of the deputation that waited upon Mr. James Davies, head postmaster of the Rhondda, was given, in which it was stated that arrangements would be made for a telephone call office to be established at the Tonypandy Lower Post Office. In relation to the handing in of telegrams at the same office it was stated that there was not much hope for that at present, as it was too near the Tonypandy Post Office. INSPECTION OF WEIGHTS, &c. A long discussion took place in relation to the inspection of weights and scales which had taken place lately, dl Satis- faction being expressed upon the matter. It was ultimately decided to appoint a deputation to interview the Chief Con- stable to inquire further into the griev- ances. INCORPORATION. Mr. John Reoo, on behalf of the Joint Committee of the Chambers in the Rhon- dda, stated that there was a little expen- diture incurred in calling the various meetings to consider the matter of the Incorporation of the Rhondda, and the Joint Committee had decided to call upon the Chambers of Trade to subscribe a little towards these expenses. Mr. J. Owen Jones thought it was their dutv to support the movement, and they should not be behind in the matter. Mr. Fred B. Thomas thought a dona- tion was really due towards furthering the movement. It was decided to contribute one guinea subscription towards the object. OPPOSITION TO TRAMWAY EXTEN- SION. The notice of motion by Mr. J. W. Richards (chemist) re. The proposed new road in connection with the Tramways Ex- tension Scheme to Clydach Vale brought forth a great deal of discussion, Mr. Richards, in bringing the matter forward, said that he did not think it well that the Chamber should pass any resolution upon the subject, but it would be well to give it earnest consideration. He said lie was surprised to learn of the

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I proposed new route through Pandy Field. Previous to the scheme appearing in ¡ print, he had been talkinly to several Councillors, who led him to believe that ¡ they were going to adopt the original idea. The new proposal had been put forward on the plea that it was more economical but he (the speaker) failed > to see that such was the case. The gradient that would exiist on the old scheme was 1 in 8. whereas the gradient on the new scheme was 1 in 8 and a fraction. The proposed new route would throw scores of people out of their houses. He stated that he understood all the local members of the District Council were in favour of the original scheme. Mr. W. H. Farmer asked Mr. Richards to give the Chamber the proposed route of the original scheme. Mr. Richards, replying, stated that it was intended in the first instance to con- struct a better road through Pandy Square and up past the surgery into Court Street. The Secretary (Mr. John Rees) sug- gested that the Chamber invite the mem- bers of the Roads Committee to attend a special meeting to express what they proposed doing. Mr. D. S. Thomas said he was in favour of the. idea of the Secretary. He would like, however, for the whole of the mem- bers representing the Wards interested to attend. Mr. W. H. Farmer at this point said he wished to bring before the notice of the Chamber another route which was also in the proposed scheme. He stated that it was suggested that a road be made from Kenry Street, Tonypandy, across to Jones Street, Clydach Vale, which meant a great expense, because means would have to be provided whereby the river and incline railway could be crossed. He (the speaker) did not think the District Council knew their own minds upon the subject, and he thought that as a Chamber they should try and know what the Coun- cil really intended doing. He was afraid that the Chamber, in centering its atten- tion on the Pandy Square routes, would be apt to overlook the Kenry Street route. which, he thought, would serve no useful purpose. If they would add that to the Secretary's suggestion, he would heartily support it. Mr. Fred Bartle. Thomas said he doubted whether the Chamber were justi- fied in asking the Councillors to attend a meeting. He thought it would be open- ing up a big matter, and it would also be a precedent for anyone, else to follow. The matter was very intricate, and it would help anyone to understand the affair much better if they would look over the plans, which were deposited at the District Council Offices, and which were open for inspection. The Chamber, he thought, should not make a move that might have as its object the benefit of any particular party. He believed the Council was trying to attain the greatest ,good for the greatest number. Mr. D. S. Thomas said he agreed with many of Mr. Fred Thomas' remarks, but he thought it would be wise to have a general talk with the Councillors upon the different proposals, and try and form a closer relationship between the Cham- ber and the Councillors. After further discussion, a proposition to ask the Councillors to attend a special meeting convened by the Chamber to dis- cuss the proposed scheme was adopted. INJUSTICE TO WALES. The Chairman brought before the notice of the meeting a new regulation by which the General Post Office proposed to appoint five surveyors for the various postal divisions. He stated that Wales as a nation had been neglected, because it was not intended to appoint a, surveyor for Wales alone, but one was to be ap- pointed to supervise a part of England and Wales, whereas Scotland and Ireland would each have a separate surveyor. He did not consider that Wales would thereby be properly treated. The Cardiff Cymro- dorion Society were earnestly taking the matter up, as were also the Chambers of Trade throughout Wales. The matter was ultimately left for the Joint Committee of the Rhondda Cham- bers of Trade to deal with. SHOP HOURS ACT. The Shop Hours Act again came under discussion. A special meeting is to be called to appoint a suitable person to see that the requirements of the Act .are carried out.

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——. Mr. Edgaf Jones. ——. Selected as Radical Cham- pion for Merthyr. A Popularo Candidate. At a meeting of the Merthyr Boroughs Liberal Five Hundred held at Abernant on Monday evening, Mr. Edgar R. Jones, M.,ti., Wattstown, was selected to con- test the seat in the Liberal interest conse- quent upon its vacation by Mr. D. A. Thomas, M.P., who has been adopted as the Liberal candidate for Cardiff. The other two candidates for selection were Mr. J. Hinds, London, and Mr. John Rowlands, private secretary to the Chan- cellor of the Exchequer. The selection of Mr. Jones is a most popular one, and there is every reason to believe that hie return is only a matter of course. Son of the Rev. M. H. Jones, who for over 20 years occupied the pastorate of Tabernacle Baptist Chapel, Ystrad, Mr. Jones was born at Cwmaman, in the con- stituency of which he has now been adopted as the torch bearer of the Liberal forces. After matriculating, he entered college, where he gained a teacher's certi- ficate, qualifying later for his M.A. degree with a thesis on Political Theories in England during the Seventeenth Cen- tury." He was subsequently appointed teacher at the Rhondda Pupil Teachers' Centre, and in October, 1908. was ap- I pointed lecturer by the Welsh National Liberal Council. He was secretary of the Rhondda, Free Churches Special Commit- tee which had the duty of collecting evi- dence for the Welsh Church Commission, and was also secretary of the Rhondda Nonconformist League. In 1905, he was instrumental in effecting a Union of the various Debating Societies in the Rhon- dda under the name of the Cymric League, and was its first and only president. As an orator—more especially in plat- form speaking—he possesses few rivals in the Principality. His wonderful mastery of rhetoric, his brilliant capacity for handling facts, his clear logic and striking imagination have won for him the title of The Lloyd George of the Rhondda." From boyhood almost he has shown un- 1 mistakable signs of his power to move 1 men. It was his delight at one time to gather young men around him, and instil into them great principles, at the same ] time imparting by personal example the art of public speaking. His brilliant oratory will, of course, play an important part in the coming campaign, and it is interesting to read others' opinions of this wonderful power he possesses of enthusing an audience. The following is an extract from a report contained in All Round the City," a Hereford publication, of a Convention of Y.M.C.A.'s:—"The presidential address by Mr. Edgar R. Jones. M.A., was one of the choicest bits of rhetoric and condensed thought I have listened to. and to say that he gained the ear and won the attention of all his hearers scarcely does him justice. It thrilled the heart, cap- tivated the imagination, instructed the mind, and created an atmosphere in which the spiritual element predomi- nated." The following gives a fair idea of his impression on those, of his own pro- fession. The Teacher," giving an account of one of the greatest of N.U.T. conferences, held at Hastings, says of him —" Mr. E. R. Jones has undoubtedly the gift of eloquence in a very high degree.. He held this assembly charmed by a speech full of beauty of word and thought, of expression and sound, of poetic language and practical inspiration. He sat down amid a storm of applause. His speech was one of the surprises of the conference." From the "School- master we find that at Scarborough Conference welcomed t.hê eloquent young Celt, whose debut created so great an impression. Imaginative, declamatory, full of fire, Mr. Jones held Conference captivated by the lithe young figure that with animated gesture delivered thrusts and pricks of oratory." When he was appointed Lecturer to the Welsh National Liberal Council, we ven- tured to strike a prophetic note that he was on the road to St. Stephens. Our prophecy, we rejoice to think, is now about to be fulfilled, and we can only congratulate our Merthvr friends on their selection of one of the brighest of Gwalia's young men to carry the fiery cross in the coming fight.

American Welshmen's Invitation to Mr*. Lloyd George. Writing to the South Wales Daily News" on Tuesday last, Mabon declares that he has received a letter from the Lackawanna David Society that congre- gates in the Athens of America- Scranton, Pa.—urging upon Mr. D. Lloyd George to visit them there and be their guest of honour at the great Welsh Day, held annually at Scranton. which they will arrange to hold next summer to suit Mr. George's convenience. The letter proceeds The invitation is signed bv twelve of the chief citizens of Lacka- wanna County, including the friend of every Welshman that goes that way, the Hon. Judge H. M. Edwards, Hyde. Park, Scranton. On behalf of those gentlemen, I hope to be able before the close of the afternoon meeting of the Association on Tuesday—and I cordially invite all the Druids and Archdruids, poets and friends, to come and support me—to press upon our right hon. brother to pay this re- quired visit to America next year. 'Does dim yn llwyddo fel llwyddiant,' and one hopes to make this pressing invitation to our friend, Dafydd Llwyd Sior."

Mabon s Call toArms. The latest contribution to election songs is the foUowin by Mabon. It is written to the tune of The March of the Men of Harlech GALWAD I'R GAD. Cymru deg, mae'n adeg enbyd, Dros ein gwlad daeth cwmwl adfyd, Ond o'n hoi mae llais a gyfyd- "Rhyddid," nid "Sarhad." Lansdowne falch, fel gwalch, fu'n drygu Gwerin gwlad, gan eu gorthrymu, Eu cystuddio, a'u cyfyngu, Gyda thrais a brad! Rhwystrant gyda dirmyg I'n Cyllideb fuddug; Sathrant wlad yn sarn tan draed Mewn uchel feiddgar ryfyg; Ond yn erbyn eu cynllwynion, Arwr Cymru a'i arfogion Gycla nerth a ddaw yn union- George yw'r dyn i ni. Trech fydd gwlad nac arglwydd," Brid eu brad fydd aflwydd Os yw'n awr yn d'w'llwch mawr, Fe dyr y wawr yn ebrwydd— Un Frenhiniaeth, heb arglwyddiaeth, Un Weriniaeth. gwir ragoriaeth Ty'r Cyffredin, Ty y Werin, Dyna fynwn ni.

Railway Arrangements for the Christmas Holidays. Special arrangements have been made by the Rhondda and Swansea Bay Rail- way to meet the exceptionally" heavy passenger traffic during the holiday season. Excursion tickets will be issued on Friday, December 24th, to Newcastle Emlyn, Cardigan, and other stations in West Wales. The Saturday service of trains will be adopted, with an extra through train, giving special facilities for connec- tion with trains on other lines. For the convenience of shop assistants and others. a special train will be run on Christmas morning from Treherbert for all stations to Swansea, which will connect at Briton Ffirrv ivifk- 51. snAPial rImvTi +.roivi rm +1,<> G.W.R. With this exception, the usual Sunday service of trains will run on Christmas Day. On Monday (Boxing Day) the Saturday service of trains will be run, and the 11 p.m. train for Swansea details as to excursions and market details as to excursions and marflet tickets will be found in the Company's announcement in our advertisement columns. Special (morning and evening) excur- sions by cheap fast trains will run on Friday, December 24th, by the direct route via Talyllyn to Aberystwyth, Bar- mouth, and other coast stations on the, Cambrian Railways for 3, 5, 8, or 15 days. Bookings at all T.V.R. stations.

Christmas Parcels. The London and North Western Rail- way Company have made complete arrangements for the collection, quick transit, and prompt delivery of Christmas, parcels in all the principal towns on their system, and all parts of Wales, Scotland, parcels in all the principal towns on their system, and all parts of Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. Special Parcel trains will be run, and through vans will also be attached to the principal passenger trains! for the accommodation of the traffic, and additional delivery and collection services by parcel vans and between the receiving and the railway stations will be in operation during Christmas week. Senders are advised that, as an extra precaution, a duplicate address label should be enclosed in each parcel, so that the name of the consignee may be ascertained in the event of the out- side address becoming detached or defaced.

Concert at Clydach Vale. The second annual concert was given on Thursday last by the Soar Orchestral Society, under the conductorship of Mr. Thomas (Ap Tydfil). The vocalist was Mr. Todd Jones, Treorchy, and Mr. Leo Rinpin played two cornet solos. The band, assisted by a few well-known instrumentalists, such as Mr. Goodman ('cello), Mr. Whittaker, Miss Ethel Lloyd (violin), contributed very interesting items. Thev were Haydn's London Sym- phony. "Bohemian Girl," "Eventide" (Myddleton), and Fame and Glory March. The playing was very creditable indeed. The Symphony was especially good, although the repetition could possibly have been omitted. One felt that they were not needed by the audience, who are only being gradually shown the delights of orchestral music. Mr. Todd Jones has been heard to bet- ter advantage. His songs were Sound an Alarm" and "Watch with me, Love" (Pinsuti)—the same two songs as he sang on his previous visit. An Tydfil was the solo violinist, and was certainly the star, of the evening. His playing was a reve- lation to those present, and encores were vociferously demanded after each solo. Miss Maggie M. Thomas, Clydach Vale, who was publicly complimented on having recently secured the diploma of A.L.C.M., played the accompaniments in quite a satisfactory manner. Mr. R. S. Griffiths presided over a fair audience.

The Property Market. Messrs. E. T. Davies and Co. conducted a sale of leasehold dwelling-houses (the property of the late Mr. Caswallon Edmunds, manager of the Pentre Colliery) at the Queen's Hotel, Pentre, on Tues- day. the 14th inst. Lot 1, No. 9, Arthur Street, Ystrad-Rhondda, in the occupation of Mr. David Loughor, held under an indenture of lease for 99 years from 29th September. 1884, at the annual ground rent of 18s. lid., and let at El 5s. per month, was sold to Mr. Watkin Price, Ystrad, at £205. Lot 2, No. 38, Baglan Street, Pentre, held under an indenture of lease for 99 years from 25th March, 1896, at the annual ground rent of P-1, and let to Mr. David Bryn at El 3s. per month, was sold to Mr. Davies, Pentre, at £ 185. Mr. D. W. Jones, Pentre, acted as solicitor to the vendors.

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