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The Government of Tonyrefail. Councillor Evans gives an account of his Stewardship. A further meeting in continuation of the one held last Tuesday, as reported in the Rhondda Leader last week, under the auspices of the Tonyrefail and Dis- trict Ratepayers' Association, .was held at the Institute on Friday evening, when Councillor W. Evans, J.P., was present to give an account of his stewardship on the District Council. Councillor Evans briefly mentioned the various committees of which he was a member. Referring to the water rate, he said it was lower in this parish than in either the Rhondda or Pontypridd, and at the end of 30 years the only cost of the present waterworks undertaking n .¡.1, l would be the maintenance,, u-> mc llJüH would then have been repaid. He went back in the history of the water supply for Tonyrefail to 1864, when Llantnsant was included in the Pontypndd Water Bill, and at that time, even after a depu- tation had met the Pontypridd Company, they refused to supply Tonyrefail, because it was felt that it would not prove remunerative, and later on, when appli- cation for a loan was made to give Tonyr- efail and Gilfach a water supply, they offered no opposition. He also reminded them of the fact that the present gather- ing ground of the water supply for the district was 409 acres in extent and one of the best. With regard to the con- dition of Station Road and Prichard Street, the Council, he said. could not undertake the cost of putting them in order. Referring to Pretoria Road drains, he said it was regrettable that, owing to no fault of the Council, some of the houses had been empty for about 18 months, and consequently a loss to the Council in rate§-; but now, under an arrangement just made and at the cost of about zE15, to the" Council, the new drains would be, connected, and he felt that the small expenses incurred was pardonable, as the rates would in a short time repay the outlay. Asked who appointed the Assessment Committee, the speaker replied that the Board of Guardians was responsible for this, and being a very conservative body, the members of that committee were seldom changed. A question which caused considerable laughter was, "Are the Press allowed at the Council meetings?" to which Coun- cillor Evans promptly replied that the Press were not only allowed to be pre- sent, but that the Council invited them I to be present. A further question from the same source was, How is it we rarely see a report of the Council meetings in the papers? to which the Councillor very readily retorted, Oli, I am very sorry for you what papers do you read?" Another question was, Is it correct that in the Lower Ward qualified tar sprayers were employed for making the roads, while for a, portion of High Street, Tonyrefail, a. quantity of tar and road materials were given the Council's men to experiment with? In reply, the Councillor said that the roads upon which the qualified tar sprayers were employed in the Lower Ward were county roads, and therefore quitei outside the District Council's jurisdiction while- as regards the experiment in Tonyrefail, the men, so far as he knew, worked according to instructions. .Asked for an explanation as to the non- success of the piece of road in Tonyr- efail he attributed it to the wet weather. Asked as to the exact length of county roads in flii.s Ward, the Councillor said it would be about 8 miles. The Councillor wTas asked why the roads in Tonyrefail were not gravelled on January 29th last, being on that day very slippery. He replied that they were frequently gravelled during slippery weather. 1 The Councillor was next asked it he would support the people in asking for a water cart for Tonyrefail. He replied that he would do all in his power to obtain one, but the reason of the delay was the expense, which was an important consideration. One speaker mentioned the tact that the lamp-posts were closer together in the Avenue than elsewhere, and in other places the light was insufficient. The Councillor promised that instances where lamps were required should, if reported, receive prompt attention. He was further asked why all the officials were appointed from the Lower Ward, to which he replied that in most cases the officials were employees of many years' standing, but if a vacancy arose

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Performance of' David, the Shepherd Boy' at. Ynyshir. P.C. Mitchell as 'Goliath.' Two performances of G. F. Root's sacred cantata (in full character) were given on Thursdav and Saturday even- ings last at the Workmen's Hall, Ynys- hir, bv the Saron Choral Society. Mr. Gwilyni Thomas, the celebrated veteran basso, wielded the baton. The title role was entrusted with good effect to Mr. Tom Thomas, an Ynyshir vocalist who possesses a flexible and well controlled tenor voice. Both in singing and his- trionic ability Mr. Thomas excelled. Mr. Arthur G. Thomas (baritone) ably filled the part of King Saul." Mr. Elias Morgan gave a creditable interpretation of Samuel the Prophet," and Mr. Isaac Evans was a success in the part of Jesse." Jonathan was tne part given to Mr. David P. Evans, with good results). The chief female parts wetre "Abigail, the Shepherd Queen," and "Michal, the daughter of Saul." The former part was chosen for Madame E. A. Thomas, who sang her several solos in a manner that d her infinite credit. Mada,me S. G. Thomas was well fitted to the latter part and could not have been excelled. Mr. Walter Ablett, as Mes- senger," Mr. Brinley Thomas as Abner," Mrs. I. Evans and Mrs. J. Ablett as "Attendants," Mr. Jenkin Jones as Elder," and Mr. John Kemp as "Ehab/' all performed creditably. Added interest was given to the performances by the fact that part 4 was written specially by Mr. J. Henry Davies, Ynyshir'is famous elocutionist. It had quite the dramatic touch, and depicts the Philistines and Israelites at war. For the most part it is made up of dialogue, but two choruses are introduced, these, as well, being the compositions of a local man in the person of Mr. J. Howells, A.Mus.T.C.L., the well-known Ynyshir pianist. It should be said that the success of the scene is heightened by the acting of "Goliath" (P.O. Mitchell), whose great height and girth makes his followem and the opposing Israelites look mere dwarfs. He stalked about in quite the approved fashion, bearing a huge spear, and his deep voice added realism to the scene. The accom- paniments were most efficiently played by Miss R. M. Davies at the piano, and Mr. J. Howells, A.Mus.T.C.L., at the, organ. In the unavoidable absence of Mr. W. J. Thomas, J.P., and Mr. J. Kane, M.E., the Rev. E. C. Davies (Saron) presided.

Treherbert. The library at Bethany (E.B.) Chapel was opened for the use of members on Tuesday last. A musical evening was held at Bethany Schoolroom last Tuesday evening in con- nection with the Bethany Young Chris- tians' Union. A good number attended, and a very pleasant evening was spent. Mrs. Geo. Hiley presided. The Treherbert Trades and Labour Council are negotiating with Lord Bute for the use of the old Cricket Field as a recreation ground for Treherbert. This is the only spot available locally where our young people can indulge in outdoor exercise, and it is to be hoped that the Council will succeed in its mission.

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RUGBY. TBSOKCHY 8pte., PORTHCAWL 5. These teams met in a friendly on the Athletic Grounds, Treorchy, on Daly James (full-back) turned out after his recent indisposition, but W. Jones (half-back) was again indis- posed, Ms place being taken up by Joe varies. Mr. D. Lewis, Pontypridd, rereree'cl. Tinsorcifey commenced operations with the wimd in their favour, and after many excijangQs Dick Wise was over with a I jbrilliaat try, which was not converted. In the third attempt to score Will HowellSj from a dangerous scramble, got ovey with a try, which Will Morgan con- verted. On aanging sides, Porthcawl appeared in the ascendant, and soon waged play liteaJr the homesters' goal. Burnell, for Porfchcawl, made a bold bid for a goal from a eorum, but the ball went beneath the wrossbar. A moment later, Hopkins drove play into the homesters' territory and got over with a try, which was loudly applauded. Burnell converted. TKEORCHY 6pts., MAOHEN 0. Maehen (champions in the Rhymney Valloy League) encountered the Treorchy premiers (champions Glamorgan League) on the Treorchy Grounds on Monday evening, before a good gate. Although D. 1f. Jones (outside half) turned out after his somewhat prolonged indisposi- tion, the absence -of Will Morgan, Jim Poison and Jack Lewis was keenly felt. Wyndham Lewis started for Treorchy, and Machen soon commenced a severe attaek. Treorchy securing the ball from a scrum, a pass was given to Dai Jones, who shot off at top nace and made a short punt, which Dai Evans followed up and nearly scored. Treorchy were later awarded a, free," and Daly James found touoii within the 25 line.. Here the home- sters pressed severely, and Wyndham Lewia got over nicely. Daly James failed at goal. Machen, after being awarded a free," kept a sustiii-ied attack on the homesters' goal, but failed to score. lz,) the recondm-oiety, Dick Wise crossed for Troorchy. The game throughout was a vigorous one. maORCHY OLD BOYS 0, RHYD- FELIN 0. These rivals met on the Rhydfelin wounds on Saturday in a match which 'Wra" to decide the superior team in the Rsideration of the jcommittee of' the Rhondda. Old Boys' knock-out competi- tion. No score was registered for either side. There is every likelihood of Tre- orchy gaining the points, as Rhydfelin ^vep« assisted by players who were out- &Kte the limits of the competition. A |ayli&r feature of the game was that the referee, Mr. Geo. Alva, Pontypridd, was knocked out and had to retire, being repláoed by Mr. Will Stone. TRBHBRBEET ATHLETICS 0, DINAS 0 The aibove replay League match against Dinas was played at Treherbert. J. Griffiths (outside half) played left wing for the homesters, and W. Williams (of Treherbert Ex-Schoolboys) took his place. Dinas won the toss, and made good use of the wind by lengthy touch-finding kicks. From most of the scrums their forwards secured the ball, but their backs could not make much use of their chances. After a few scrummages, J. Collins (Tre- herbert'« custodian) made a mark, and the same player drove the ball between the posts with a neat drop kick, but a powerful gust of wind blew the leather hack again into the field of play. On resuming, there was only one team (Treherbert) in the picture. Aided con- siderably by the wind, they were con- tinually pressing throughout this half, and only the hardest of luck prevented many a try being scored for them. From a. scrum on the halfway line, W. Watts (inside half) secured and, gave to W. Williams. Before parting with the ball, the latter made a fine opening for R. Pitman (right centre), who took the pass on the run and went all the way up to the Dinas full-back. Then he gave, up the ball to his wing (J. Lewis), who crossed with a capital try in the corner for Treherbert. The referee was about to award a try, when the Dinas touch judge held up his flag and stated that Lewis had stepped in touch in crossing the line. After an excited dispute, the try was disallowed, amid protests. Treherbert were superior in every department of the game, but luck seemed dead against them. The game was hard and gruelling, and not without roughness.

ASSOCIATION. TON 2gls., WELTON ROVERS 0. This return Western League fixture waa played on the Ynys, before a fair crowd. At Welton, some weeks ago, the game resulted in a. draw, each side scoring two goals each. It was fully anticipated that Ton would more than hold their own in the return game. The game was vigorously, contested. The Bristol men appeared a great deal heavier than their opponents, and from the start played a very bustling game. The Ton men seemed content for some time to act upon the defensive. In the early stages, Appleby came along the left wing very cleverly, and nearly scored. From a corner kick, Tommy Davies, who was most prominent, very neatly turned the ball into the net, and thus drew first blood for Ton. Soon after this, Appleby received a nasty injury to his knee and was forced to retire. From a pretty burst at halfway, Tommy Davies, running at full speed, sent in a lightning shot, which found the net. Great indignation was manifested hy the home supporters when the referee blew his whistle and declared offside. Frow now on, a clean pretty game was converted into one in which questionable tactics were frequently introduced. The holder of the whistle lost his hold of the players, and many an infringement was allowed to pass unnoticed. In the second half, Ton were the aggressors and deserved thoroughly to score. From a deliberate foul, in which Tommy Davies was rendered out, the referee awarded the homesters a penalty. Russell took the kick and scored the second goal for his side. Ton were unlucky in losing their clever left wing. As it Was, they should have scored a few more goals. ST. CYNON'S RESERVES 5gls, YSTRAD LADS 1. Played on the Hospital Field, Llwyny- pia. The homesters kicked off and imme- diately became aggressors, quickly forcing a corner. Nothing resulted from the kick, and the visitors soon carried play out of the danger zone. After isome desultory play, the Reserves were given a free kick close in, and Alf. Colwell scored. The home team again pressed, Noah Morgan sending in a fine shot, which, unfortunately, struck the cross- bar. Ystrad now made a spurt, but the defence of the homesters could not be pierced, and they were driven back into their own goal, where Dicky "Darran" secured another goal. From a grand bout of passing, D. Oollyer scored the third goal for the homesters. The visitors, led by Edwin Rees, rushed up the field, and a good goal was scored by Jack Morgan. After the interval, St. Cynon's had matters much their own way, and soon Dicky Darran scored their fourth goal. Play was now of a desultory nature, and Noah Morgan received a kick on the leg, which necessitated him leav- ing the field for about ten minutes. Dai Diver" was playing a really great game, and was many times within an ace of scoring. Just before the end, D. Collyer scored another goal, which gave the Ystrad goalie no chance. WATTSTOWN lgl., FERNDALE ALL BLACKS 0. This League match was played at the Darran Grounds, before a good crowd. Owing to the recent heavy rains, the field was very" sloppy," and militated against good football. The All Blacks started operations with a strong wind blowing across the field, but the visitors were soon on the attack, and on many occasions were in the mouth of the home goal, where Rockham, the home custodian, cleared splendidly. Play of a give-and-take character followed, and no points were scored by either side up to half-time. In the second half, the All Blacks pressed, and Bowden, their centre for- ward, who was playing a magnificent game, just missed a goal. From the re- start, Wattstown went away with some pretty combination right to the home goal, where Bert Shaw scored the only point of the match. Will Jones was now playing on the right wing, and brought off a beautiful run, beating man after man, and then centred to Alby Smith, who missed an easy goal through excite- ment. Raokham was injured and retired, but returned after a short interval. A few minutes later time was called, leav- ing the homesters defeated by a small margin. MARDY NOTES. That Mardy is a hotbed of "Soccer" is beyond dispute, and it will soon become unnecessary for the premiers to import talent. The Mardy Albions have a record they may well be proud of. They have -layed to date 25 games, won 19, lost 4, drawn 1, and have an unbeaten record at home; they have scored 108 goals, while 19 have been scored against. Their "star" tat Dai "Bake" Jones, with 42 goals to his credit, and next comes Chris. Owen with 33; both these players have scored in every match—an unequalled record. Last Saturday, they entertained a selected team of Rhondda teachers, and after a hard tussle, won the game:, Bake Jones and Chris. Owen scoring their usual goal each. The Albions are strong competitors for the Trehafod Charity Cup-are in the semi-final-and are due to play, Ynyshir next Saturday in the second round of the Barnes O'Hare Cup, where they hope to give a good account of themselves. The Mardy United also mean business with regard to this latter cup, and it will be hard luck if one cup does not find a resting nlace in Mardy this year either the South Wales Senior Cup, the Tre- hafod Charity Cup, or the Barnes O'Hare Cup. By the time these notes appear, the premiers will have decided their fate with regard to the Senior Cup; they have journeyed twice to Merthyr and have drawn on each occasion, while Mer- thyr drew at Mardy, and the fourth attempt will have been played on Thurs- day. The premiers have several of their most prominent players on the injured list, but they have by no means given up hope of doing the trick this time.

Charity Match. I On Monday afternoon last, a charity match in aid of Mr. Benjamin Long, Llwynypia, was played between Mr. J. Youlden's XI. and Mr. T. Harrhy's XI. on the Pontrhondda Grounds. The tickets for the match had been extensively sold, and a large crowd assembled to witness the game. Play was very keen, but at half-time no score had been degistered. Soon after the interval, the Black and Amber goal was in danger, a penalty kick being given against them. The shot at goal, however, was unsuccessful, but Youlden's eleven again soon pressed, and from a scramble in front of goal Wat Davies scored with a fine shot which gave the goalkeeper no chance. Harrhy's eleven made a determined effort to equalise, and for some time bombarded their opponents' goal, Mantell at last driving in a low fast shot which found the net.

Shots for Goal. What appeared to prove an excellent game against Welton was spoiled by the weakness of a referee. How he ruled Tommy Davies offside, perhaps he him- self knows. Being robbed of such a fine goal did not tend to make the Reds play a, gentle game. Appleby was unlucky in having to retire early in the game. His knee has received a severe twist, and doubtless he will be out of the field for a, game or two. Tommy Davies was the hero of the game. He was worth two men to his side on Saturday. Near the goal it is difficult to find a more dangerous player. His display was hugely enjoyed and appreciated.

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in the future lie would undertake tliat, should there be any applications from the Upper Ward, he would do his utmost so that they should have fair considera- tion. No vacancies had, however, occurred during their present term of office. Adverting to the water undertaking, Councillor Evans said the new works had cost £ 400 less than the amount of the loan (applause). A questioner asked why the present new school site at Cae'rysgol was decided upon, when a school at Thomastown was so urgently required. The Councillor at great length explained that the decision lay with the County Education Autho- rity. A hearty vote of thanks and of confi- dence in Mr. Evans, and a vote of thanks to Mr. H. Rowlands, who ably occupied the chair, brought the meeting to a close.

Johnny Williams plays a scientific game, And no doubt has a fine future before him. Jack Jones played a fine game against Welton. He is a tower of strength to his side. Many an opponent does his best to evade Jack's determined rushes. Norris was quite at sea on Saturday. He was simply a passenger for most of the game. Tommy Roberts is a fine success on the wing., He has good speed and is very tricky. He had decidedly hard lines against Welton. Ton have a. busy week of it. Wednes- day they journeyed to Weymouth; on Thursday, Bath City were engaged and on Saturday, Mardy will be their oppo- nents. The Ferndale All Blacks, in their match against Wattstown on Saturday last, gave the poorest display of football seen locally for some time. It is hoped that they will make a change before the season is over. Will Jones, Rackham and Bowden were the best men of the All Blacks, while Byron was the shining light for the visitors. Treherbert Ext-Schoolboys had no match on Saturday. They had arranged a match against a team to represent the Treherbert Dandy Holiday Club. The Dandies, however, knew nothing of the affair, and at their weekly Friday night meeting, they decided that no team should play under their name on Satur- day. The Ex-Schoolboys have only two more League matches to play, and then for the medals! This team has been invincible in League engagements throughout the season. They have not lost a single League match, but they have drawn two. Porth Pupil Teachers A.F.C. should have played Pontypridd Intermediate A.F.C. at Pontypridd on Saturday last, but late on Friday the P.T.'s secretary received a telegraphic message cancelling the match. Treherbert N.U. also had a rest on Saturday. They should have played a match against Merthyr' N.U. on the pre- vious Monday at Ehbw Vale. The match had been extensively advertised, and a crowd had assembled. Merthyr journeyed to Ebbw Vale but the Treherbert team did not arrive. This resulted in a serious loss for Merthyr, and it is said that they have: reported the matter to the Northern Union. Treherbert Athletics are still third on the First Division League table of the Rhondda Old Boys' League. This, out at ten teams, is a very creditable posi- tion but Treherbert enthusiasts would like to see them at least one step higher.