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Tonypandy. On Tuesday evening, a very pleasant meeting of a miscellaneous character was held in connection with the Shiloh (W.W.) Band of Hope. The meeting was pre- sided over by Mr. Ebenezer Davies, while Mr. Wm. Williams and Mr. R. J. Whittington adjudicated the literary and musical items respectively. The pro- gramme was as follows :—Recitation, 1st Psalm, prize divided between Mr. Wm. Jones and Miss Annie L. Davies; recita- tion, Miss Rebecca Griffiths; competition, best drawing of a dog, 1st prize, Mr. Tom Williams; recitation, Miss Annie L. Davies; recitation, Miss Gwladys Ed- wards; recitation, Miss Sarah Griffiths: competition, reading at sight, 1st prize, Miss Lizzie A. Edwards: recitation, Miss Lizzie Williams-Roberts; song, Mr. Wm. Jones; eong, Clychau'n Canu," 1st pnae, Annie L. Davies, 2nd, Rebecca Griffiths recitation, Mr. Richard Wil- liams; competition, reciting proverbs, best, Mr. Richard Williams competition, song. 1st nrize, Mr. Thos. Williams; com- petition, best story, 1st. Mr. Wm. Jones; song, Mr. Thomas Williams. FTRE. Why run risk of loss by fire- Private Houses and their contents are covered by the Sun Insurance office at the low annual premium ot I/O per £ 100—Agent, W. D. Jones, "Rhondda Leader" Office, Excelsior Buildings, Tonypandy. c76142

Ton-Pentre. Mr. Tom Davies, chief superintendent commanding the Rhondda Fawr Corps, No. 7 District of the St. John Ambulance Brigade, and secretary of the General Sir Charles Warren's Shield Competition, has been approved and ssanctioned by the Chief Commissioner, Inspector-General Ninnis, R.N., Ambulance Depot, London, to undergo training as Military Home Reserve, and will be located at the Royal Navy and Military Hospital at Netley. near Southampton. The position and rank which the authorities have conferred upon Mr. Davies whilst at military train- ing is Quartermaster-Sergeant. He' has been the means of securing many men of note to visit the Rhondda, including the Marquis of Breadalbane. Director of the Ambulance Department; Colonel Sir Herbert Perrott, Bart., C.B. the late General Sir Redvers Buller, General' Sir Charles Warren, General Sir R. S. S. Baden-Powell, and last year H.R.H. Princess Louise (Duchess of Argyll). On Wednesday evenin- last, at Collier's Restaurant, Pentre, a splendid competi- tive programme was gone through, under the auspices of the Star of the Valley Lodge, I.O.G.T. Substantial prizes were given for singing, impromptu speeches, &c. Bros. T. J. Dichards, Darlow, and W. L. Jenkins divided the prize for the best solo (own choice). Bros. Richards and R. Pomeroy were successful in the open solo competition, whilst Bro. Darlow won the prize for best im-ronihtu speech on "Love." Mrs. Lewis and Bro. Emery gained a prize for the best sentimental song, and Annie and" Tydfil" were the winners in the love letter competi- tion. The adjudicators were Mr. Abraham Cowsins, Bros. J. H. Hickerton and C. Lovely. I will setidiro" on receipt of P.O. 7/6 one of my cele brated Har z- mountain rollers sinafins:; selected birds 10/6 and 12/6 each. Norwich Canaries, priz"! winners. I qt, and special at Plymouth, October 10th, 1909 I st, Bristol October 27th, 1909; two 2nd's Frome, November 11th, 1909 under specialist judcei iu the keenest, all-England Competition. Matched birds and single birds of this strain now on sale at reasonable prioes. The largest stock of Parrots, Co-'ui^oos, Parakeets, Love Birds, Foreign and British Birds in South Wales. Animals, birds, fisbps, &c., stuffed and mounted in artistic style For over 20 years we have pleased others, and can please you.—J. H. Ormond, Naturalist and Taxidermist. 25, Wyndham Arcade. Cardiff. 5033

Llwynypia. The annual meeting of the Llwynypia and District Cricket and Tennis Club was held at the Aberystwyth Restaurant on Wednesday evening of last week. Mr. W. T. Griffiths presided. The following officer's were re-elected:—President, Mr. L. W. Llewelyn; Messrs. W. A. Davies (Chandlery), John S. Griffiths (Llwynypia Schools), and Ivor D. Griffiths (Pont- rhondda Schools), treasurer, general sec- retary, and tennis secretary respectively. The captains and vice-captains of the cricket and tennis for the coming season are Messrs. Gwilym Davies and Brychan Jones (1st XI.), David J. Jones and Len Williams (2nd XI.), R. Bowen and Haydn Jones (tennis). An excellent fixture list was submitted to the meeting. The balance sheet was rather unsatisfactory, inasmuch as an adverse balance of £ 38 was shown. Half-yearly preaching services were held at BeuJali (W.B.), Tyntyla Road, on Sun- day last, when the Rev. W. S. Jones, Jerusalem, Llwynypia, preached three ex- cellent sermons to crowded congregations. Two excellent performances of the oppretta, Caractacus (Herbert Long- hurst and George G. Lewis) were given at the Judge's Hall, Trealaw on Thurs- day and Saturday evenings of last week by the Juvenile Choir of Salem (W.C.), Llwynypia, under the conductorship of Mr. Joshua. J. Granville. Mr. J. W. Jones (Tonypandy Schools) occupied the chair on Thursday evening: (in the absence of Mrs. W. P. Nicholas, The Garth, Tre- alaw), and Mr. Tom John. M.A., presided on Saturday evening. The accompani- ments were played on the pianoforte and organ bv Messrs. Merfyn E. Jenkyn and Ben Davies respectively. The operetta was prefaced by a miscellaneous pro- gramme, which included the following items: "Tramps," Masters Alcwyn Gran- ville, Ivor Davies and Wm. Hy. Samuel; The Latest Thing in Dolls," by a party of girls; "The Blacksmith," by a party of boys; The Little Laundresses," by a party of girls; Git Under de 'Brella," by a party of boys and girls; My Pre- cious Teddy Bear," by a party of girls; violin solo, Miss Jenkins; The Auc- tioneer," Master Gwilym Phillips; "The Pigtail and the Fan," by a party of boys and girls; Sneezers, Yawners, and Laughers," by a party of girls. The dramatis personse in the latter part of the programme were: —" Claudius, Roman Emperor," Master Horace T. Granville; Agrippina, Roman. Empress," Miss Gwladvs Richards Caractacus, British Chief," Master Gwilym Phillips; "Rotha, Wife of Caractacus," Miss Annie Lewis; Gip, Strolling Player," Master Albert Davies; "Topsy, Gin's Wife, Miss Nellie Williams; "Rolf, a Semi-Pirate," Master Alcwyn Granville; H Polly; Rolf's Sister." Miss Edith Lewis; Cartisman- dua, Rotha's Mother." Miss Mary Anne Samuiel; "Bericus, Chief Briton," Master John David Evans; "Cadwallo Aroh- druid," Mr. D. Stanley Davies; "Carmen," Master David Lloyd. Rees. There were crowded gat-heririgs at both performances and all were highly delighted with the performances throughout, which reflected great credit upon the and veteran conductor, Mr. Joshua Granville. The secretary, Mr. John Morris # (Salem Terracei). deserves to be complimented upon his efforts in making the affair such a success.

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Clydach Vale. T je funeral of Mrs. Margaret Jones, the !<wife of Mr. John Jones, butcher, Clydach Road, who died on the 8th inst., at the age of 75, took place on Tuesday last at Llethrddui Cemetery, Trealaw, the officiating ministers being the Revs. J. Walters (Gosen, Blaenclydach) and W. Williams (Hermon, Tonypandy). The mourners included :-Mr. John Jones (husband); Mr. Thomas Jones, Boncath (son); Messrs. Richard and John Jones, Blaenclydach (sons): Mr. John Jones, Tonypandy (step-son), and Mrs. Jones; Mr. and Mrs. John Evans, Tonypandy (son-in-law and daughter), and family; Mr. and Mrs. I. T. Jones, Blaengwynfi (son-in-law and daughter), and family; Mr. and Mrs. John John, Ystrad-Rhondda (son-in-law and daughter): Mr. and Mrs. Wm. James, Blaenclydach (son-in-law and daughter), and family; Mrs. Annie Jones, Rhymney (daughter); Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Abergorlech (brother-in-law and sister): Mrs. Davies. Dowlais (niece); Mrs. Edwards, Blaenclydach (aunt); Miss Edwards, Blaenclydach (cousin); Mr. Poregrine, Llandilo (nephew); Mrs. Ann Rees, Llandilo (niece); Mr. William Gabriel, Mardy (nephew): Mr. and Mrs. Dftniel Thomas, Blaenclydach (nephew and niece): Mr. and Mrs. D. Phillips, Porth- cawl (nephew and niece); Mr. Dl. Phil- lips, Blaenclydach (nephew); Miss Thomas, Llandilo, and Miss Williams, Abergorleeh. The funeral arrangements were conducted by Messrs. A. Williams and Sons, Tony- pandy.

Pentre. The annual general meeting of the Young Wales Liberal and Labour League was held at the Assembly Rooms, Pentre, last Wednesday evening. Owing to the absence of Dr. W. EL Thomas during the initial portion of the meeting, Mr. John Evans (schoolmaster, Ton) was voted chairman. The financial report of the treasurer, Mr. E. H. Davies, junr., was presented and adopted, there being, un- fortunately, a deficit on last year's work- ing, which is being ranidly paid off. One of the secretaries, Mr. E. T. Williams, briefly explained why the League had not held its; meetings as; regularly as it did last year, the chief obstacle being lack of suitable place of meeting. The election of officers and committee for the ensuing year occupied th3 major portion of the evening. These were as follow —Presi- dent, Dr. W. E. Thomas, Llysygraig; vice-presidents, Mr. T. Millward (solicitor), Mr. Walter Williams, D.C., Mr. Seph. Jones (Pentre), Mr. John Evans (school- master), Rev. E. W. Davies (Ton), and Mr. Lougher (Gelli): secretaries, Mr. E. T. Williams and Mr. Wm. Jones; trea- surer, Mr. E. H. Davies, junr. The ques- tion of affiliation with the National League of Young Liberals was discussed from various points of view, there being apparently only one reason against affiliation j namely, the possibility of having to change the title of the Asso- ciation. The president and secretaries were annointed to communicate with Mr. Aubrey Rees, secretary National League of Young Liberals, in order to obtain further information. At St. Peter's Church Schoolroom on Mondav evening, another very fine lan- tern lecture was given. the lecturer being Mr. A. S. Hodgson, B.Sc., Porth, while Mr. Hawkins, B.Sc., operated the lan- tern and slides. The subject of the lec- ture was Peers and Commons in the Insect World," treating chiefly moths and butterflies. The slides were very fine, and various specimens shown in cases also attracted much attention. The lecture was by no means t devoid of humour, while bo in 2: full of interest and instruction.

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T1 n At Jerusalem Vestry on Thursday last, Mr. J. T. Jones, B.Sc., gave an interest- ing lecture upon the method of conduct- ing, on up-to-date lines, a Sunday School class for children. Councillor Walter Williams, Pentre, presided. The lecture, which was given under the auspices of the Upper Rhondda Calvinistic Methodist Sunday School Union, was one of a series delivered at various centres in the dis- trict. Mr. T. Jones, Blaenrhondda, and the Rev. M. H. Jones, B.A., Ton, being the other lecturers.

Treorchy. The Treorchy Juvenile Choir, conducted by Mr. T. Powell, held a successful con- cert in the Noddfa Hall on Thursday evening last. There was a good gather- ing, under the presidency. of Prof. J. T. Jones, L.R.A.M. Mr. John Pugh accom- panied on the pianoforte, and among the artistes figured Miss Nana. Jones (Pentre), who sang splendidly Gwlad y Delyn Messrs. John Devonald, David Evans, and Miss Katie Edmonds (Treorchy). The Cambria Male Voice Party and the Tre- i orchy Juvenile Choir rendered many appreciable choruses. The proceeds are to defray the expenses of the Juvenile Choir, who intend competing in a series of eisteddfodau in the near future. A temperance meeting was held at Tabernacle (E.W.) Chapel on Wednesday evening, when an address was delivered by Mr. Gowen, Cardiff. Solos, &c., were rendered during the evening by Miss Myfanwy Williams (Ystrad), J. Davies (Pentre), Tom Sheppard, Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Vater, and Mr. James Turner. Mr. H J. Lewis presided, and at the close a number of pledges were taken. A similar meeting was held at Ramah (W.C.) Chapel on Monday evening.

Ferndale. A successful social and dance took place on Wednesday evening, the 9th inst., at the Assembly Hall, under the auspices of the Ferndale Cricket and Tennis Club. The general arrangements were under the supervision of Mr. A. R. Morgan, hon. secretary of the club, and Mr. G. Childs, the captain of the first eleven. The refreshments were supplied by Mr. Frank Barkway, the catering being entirely satisfactory. Mr. Tom Howells (Careys) acted as MLC. for the dancing, and Mr. Tommy Powell accompanied. An interesting debate took place on Fridav evening at the Tabernacle Vestry in connection with the Tabernacle Debat- ing Societv on Should Young Christians visit Theatres? Mr. D. J. Davies (Blaenllechau) championed the affirmative, and Mr. Robert Trarers the negative. Roth speakers were abl^ supported! Mr. J.W. vans presided. The anniversary services in connection with Nazareth Blaenllechau, were held on Sunday and Monday last. The special preachers were the Revs. Hugh Jones, Llanelly, and Aaron Morgans, Blaenffos, Boncath. The offertories at all the ser- vices were devoted to the building fund. We deeply regret to chronicle the death of one of the oldest inhabitants of Fern- dale, in the person of Mr. William Ford, which took place on the 8th inst., at the residence of his daughter, 12, High St. The deceased was 77 years of age, and had enjoyed good health up to the last few months. The funeral took place on Saturday last, for interment at the Fern- dale Cemetery. The Rev. D. H. Simon, vicar of Ferndale, officiated at the house and graveside. Amen" the chief mourners were: —Mr, Charles Ford (son); Mr. and Mrs. Louis Wells (brother-in-law and sister); Mr. and Mrs. John Evans (son- in-law and daughter): Mr. and Mrs. SI. Ford (son and daughter-in-law); Mr. J as, Ford (son): Mrs. Wm. Ford (daughter-in- law); Mr. Wm. Ford (son) was not able to be present owing to illness; Mrs. Devonish, Liverpool (sister) Mrs. Bigrave (daughter-in-Iawo: Mr. and Mrs. Walter Biddiscombe, Wm. Henry Wells, Louis Wells, Maggie Jane Evans, Evan Evans, Alice Evans, Edgar and Sammy Wells, George, Willie and James Ford, Fred and Maggie J. Ford (grandchildren). The coffin was of plain oak, supplied by Mr. Morris Morris, undertaker. At the Assembly Hall on Thursday evening last, the First and Second Fern- dale Troops of Baden-Powell's Boy Scouts, under Scoutmasters Shopland and Tarling, gave a novel display. The programme consisted of the following items:-Bov Scouts' physical drill, pitching camp, ambulance display, camping out. The Pontypridd Boys' Brigade gave an excel- lent exhibition of handbell ringing and club swinging. Solos were contributed by Baby Watkins and Idris Morgan. Mrs. W. Watkins (Duffryn Street) played the accompaniments. The chair was occupied by Mr. D. Hannah, J.P. (agent to Messrs. D. Davis and Sons, Ltd.), who congratu- lated the boys upon their excellent dis- play. A troop of the Ferndale Boy Scouts, under the charge of Scoutmaster Tarling, made a journey to Cardiff on Monday, the 7th inst., to the general inspection by Sir R. S. S. Baden-Powell. Amongst the Ferndale troop was Scout E. Lloyd, who was recently awarded a medal for life- saving. He was congratulated by the Chief Scout and General Lee upon his bravery. .T. A highly successful social and presen- tation meeting was held on Thursday evening last at Salem Newydd to honour Mr. C. L. Jones, L.C.M. (organist of the church), upon his marriage in December last to Miss Rees, of Rhymney. After an excellent repast, a pleasing musical programme was gone through, to which the following contributed -Mr. J. Glyn- tewi Jones, Mr. Tom Davies, Mr. T. Phillips, and Mr. Gomer Jones. A humorous recitation was given by Mr. Madoc Jeffreys, and penillion composed by Mr. Jos. George were sung by Mrs. Duggan Lewis. Mr. Howell Powell (senior deason) presented Mr. and Mrs. Jones with a valuable carved oak clock, bearing the following inscription —" Pre- sented to Mr. C. L. Jones by Salem Newydd Choir and friends on the occa- sion of his marriage, December 8th, 1909." Mr. Jones responded and thanked the choir for their valuable rift. Bardic addresses were contributed by the follow- ing —Messrs. loan Griffiths. Jos. George, Henry Richards, Myfyr David, and eloquent speeches were sciven by Mr. Howell: Williams (mechanic), Mr. S. H. Williams (head cashier, Messrs. D. Davis and Son. Ltd.), Mr. D. Davies,^ Mr. Tom John, M.E., Mr. Tim. Davies (post- master and choirmaster), and Gethan Evans. Mr. Tim. Davies terminated a most enjoyable evening bv singing Hen Wind fy Nhadau," the choir joining in the chorus. The secretarial duties were carried out by Mr. Saml. Richards.

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Cwmparc The unexpected death of Mr. John Higgon, Park Hotel, a member of the Rhondda and Pontypridd Board of Guar- dians, in the early hours of Sunday morn- ing last caused a feeling of profound regret in the neighbourhood. Deceased had attained the age of 63. and being possessed of a strong constitution and fine presence, it was little thought that he would succumb at comparatively an early age. Mr. Higgon had latterly suf- fered considerable ill-health, but it was thought that a stay in the country had benefited him materially, and that he was well on the way to complete recovery. A severe attack of influenza a fortnight ago coftfined him to his bed, and in spite of the best and unremitting attentions of Drs. Armstrong and Barrett, and skilled nursing attendance, he gradually became worse and breathed his last at 2.30 a.m. on Sunday morning. Mr. Higgon was very much liked by all who knew him, for to anyone in distress he was kindness personified, and he was always one of the first to assist in a good cause. He came to the locality from Letterston, Pem., and after spending a few years in Aberdare, he migrated to Cwmparc about 30 years ago to work in Park Colliery as a miner. He was soon made a fireman, and then an overman, and in these positions won the regard and esteem of the workmen. He leaves a widow, several grown-up sons and daughters and three younger children to mourn his death. The funeral takes place to-day (Thursday). We regret that by an oversight we omitted, in reporting last week's compli- mentary "social" to Mr. Jenkin Rees on his departure for Penrhiwceiber, to mention that Mr. Sam Ruttley (grocer) presented him with a handsome silver- mounted walking-stick, inscribed: Pre- sented to Mr. Jenkin Rees in recognition of nine years' faithful and valuable ser- I vic." I The Cwmparc Young Men's Society (which had so successful a career several years ago-C.Y.M.S.) is being resurrected, a meeting of young men being held at the Park Hall last week to draft out a scheme for same. A strong committee was formed, with Mr. John Lott as chair- man, Mr. Jack Hughes as treasurer, and Mr. T. J. Jenkins (Offices) as hon. secre- tary. All members must be over 17, and the scheme of work for the coming ses- sion includes debates, miniature eistedd- fodau, performances of operatic and dramatic sketches, and the formation of a male voice glee party, the leadership of which has been accepted by Mr. H. G. Prosser (Schools). A holiday touring party will also be run in connection with the Society. Mr. John Thomas, A.C., who has m the past won much renown and many shekels as a conductor of winning eistedd- fod conductors, is at present training a powerful mixed choir with a view to competition at the eisteddfod to be held at Ystradfechan Field in May. The test piece is We never will bow down," and Mr. Thomas is having very successful rehearsals at the Park Hall. It was at a concert held lately at the Park Hotel-a, large attendance making the atmosphere heated and rather uncom- fortable. A stout and perspiring lady sat in the shilling seats, and immediately behind her was a small boy with a. seraphic face and solemn bllle eyes which apparently could not harbour guile. In his hand he held a small rubber ball with a little orifice for the outlet of air. Bend- ing forward with eyes fixed! attentively on the stage, he let his hand linger near the nape of the stout lady's neck, and pressing the ball at intervals, he let the stream of air play gently upon her sensi- tive skin. The stout lady rubbed and scratched in vain, but the mythical flea alwavs returned to the attack, and the small boy was still visibly engrossed (?) in the performance on the stage. But Nemesis was at hand, for the stout ladv's eldest son was also" sitting behind," and his strong arm was soon inspired with righteous indignation. Thumb and fore- finger forcibly seized the small boy bv the ear, and his wails of anguish filled the air as he and his rubber ball were hurled forth into the night. There has been but little talk of elec- tions locally, and it is recognised that as far as the District Council is concerned, there will be no fight this year. It is probable, however, thai Cwmparc will seek a representative on the Board of Guardians, and some of the probable can- didates mentioned are the Rev T. Ti&sington and Mr. T. C. Morgan.

Tylorstown. The funeral of Mr. David Davies, Edmund Street, took pilace. on Wednes.- dav. Deceased was one 01 Tylorsrfcottti oldest inhabitants. The remains were- interred at Mardy Cemetery. The, young people's monthly meeting was held at Bethany on Sundav evening. The Rev. T. Evans officiated. A church parade of the St. John Ambulo lance Brigades, comprising Mardy, Fern- dale. Tylorstown, Wattstown, Ynyshir, Porth, Trehafod and Pontypridd Divi- sions, consisting of 200 men, took place at Bethany (E.C.) Church, Tylorstown, on Sunday last. The Rev. T. Evans (pastor) delivered an eloquent sermon, taking for his subject A Strong: Appeal." A col- lection was made en route towards the Porth Cottage Hospital. On Friday last, an interesting debate took Place at the Library and Institute, between Mr Sidney Rees (Ferndale) and Mr. Gwyn Hugbes (Tylorstown) on "Is Socialism Practicable? Mr. Luther piackwell ably presided. A most interest- ing discussion followed.

Maesteg- Half-yearly Meetings.—The half-vearlv meetings in connection with Bethlehem. a A) C|lurch^ ^antyffyllon, were held on Sunday last. The services were conducted by the Das tor, the Rev. J. Morley Davies., and the special preacher for the day was the Rev. Griffith Evans, B.A., Moitjpfcon, who preached eloquent sermons through- out the day. Concert.—On Saturday evening last, a concert was given by the Maesteir Hibernian Prize Band (under the con- ductorship of Mr. J. Greenwood), assisted h • the following local artistes: Mr. Joe. Morns, Mr. Wm. Rees. Mr. Robt. Morris! Mr. David Daniel, and Mrs. Morrie Rees The chair was very ably filled bv Mr. E. E. Davies, C.C. 1 Cantata.—A performance was given on Monday evening last by the Calfaria {rSI?h\ €Jbe cantata, entitled The Musical Village," under the con- ductorship of Mr. Robert Morris. There were 27 items rendered by the choir, which were well appreciated. Mr. Henry Laviers presided over a crowded audience. Mr. T. Thomas, A.C., Garth, was the accompanist. A repetition of L -the above was given in as quite a successful manner at the Workmen/s Institute, Garth, on Wednesday evening. Service.—On Sunday afternoon last a, men's service was held at St. Michael's Church in connection with the Church of England Men's Society, when the pulnit was occupied by the vicar, the Rev. John Jones. M.A. Solos were rendered bv Miss Ida Owen and Mr. J. Haydn Williams. Lecture.—On Tuesday evening last, an interesting lecture was given (under the- auspices of the Mutual Improvement Society) at Bethel (E.B.) Church by Prof. T. W. Chance, Cardiff, entitled "Luther and Lutherland."

Ogmore Vale, Skating Rink.—Local rinking enthu- siasts will be pleased to hear that in the near future they will have the pleasure of rinking at home. Mr. Chas. Rattray is making arrangements to have a Rink erected near the site of his present bil- liard saloon, so that rinkers will be saved the expense of journeying to Bridgend every time they wish to don the skates. Social.—A very successful social, organ- ised by the staff of Tynewydd Infants' School in aid of the piano fund. was held last Wednesday night at the Schools. The attendance was very gratifying, there being about 150 present. A first-class spread was provided, after which a few pleasant hours were spent in dancing, whist and skating. Music for the dancing was supplied hy Messrs. Capei and Davies. A successful whist drive was held when Miss A. Davies won the ladies' prize, and Mr. H. Hunt the gentlemen's. Messrs. J. Davies and T. Evans acted as M.C.'s for dancing and whist respec- tively. Hockey.—Ogmore gentlemen's team visited Swansea on Saturday to play the Y.M.C.A., and returned vanquished by 9 goals to 2. During the first half, the Ogmorians had quite as much of the game as the homesters, but crossed over with the score 3 goals to 1 against them. In the second half, Ogmore completely fell to pieces. The score would no doubt have been much heavier were it not for the excellent defence of Mereweather at back, who was the best man on the field. Thomas and Cole notched Ogmore's. I points. Success.—Congratulations to Mr. W. TL Capel and his choir! Their most recent success was at Garw last Saturday, when they carried off another first T)rize.

Ystrad. Duffryn Young People's Society held an open meeting on Friday evening, when several edifymg papens were read, inter- spersed by songs.