The Merthyr Express

LOCAL INTELLIGENCE ONE Shilling Bottle ef JENxrss's Lunt; Mixture completely took my cough away. J. T. DOCTON. Plumber. Gasfitter. House Decor- ator, Paperhanging Warehouse, 138, High-street, Merthyr. All Repairs attended to at the shortest notice. A Staff of Experienced Workmen regu- larly employed. Estimates free. Papcrhangings from 2d. per piece; numerous job lots greatly under cost price. GET rid of that backache to-day by taking JENKINS' Is. Backache Pills. FOR iifdigestion and wind in the stomach there is nothing like JENKINS' Digestive Pellets.-ls. Tins.—Address Chemist. Pontmorlais. AN INTERESTING DISPLAY —How "K" Boots are made, and what they aro made of. We are exhibit- ing in our windows a choice selection of fine skins of black and brown leather as used in the manu- facture of "K" Boots and Shoes. Note Address, W R. WILLIAMS, 51A, High-street, Merthyr. OWING TO EXPIRATION OF LEASE at 31, High-street Merthyr, SIEDLE'S Great Sale will continue for a mont' longer, when all the present Stock must be cleared -i.- any cost, so now is your chance of Men's Suits of p descriptions, Jackets and Vests, Youths' Clothing, Ba.v?- Suits; Boys' Waterproofs from 4s. lid. Call and yourselves. No reasonable offer refused at the '1r Firm. We must clear. — SIEDLE'S, 31, High«t>-spt, Merthyr. TEACHERS' SALARIES.—For the month of October the salaries of school teachers under the Merthyr Education Authority amounted to £3,230 7s. 10d., in addition to f65, salaries rf teachers at the Pupil Teachers' Centre. COST OF THE ELECITON.—The fees of presidir., officers, poll clerks, and counters of the votes, I and the rents of booths, for the elections in the Penydarren, Park and Town Wards, amounted to f.59 1s. MORIAH CHAPEL, CEFN COED.-A lecture will be delivered in the above Chapel, on Monday the 22nd November, by the Rev. Isaac Thomas, Ferry-side. Subject: Edward Matthews." N 20 MERTHYR AND DOWLAIS DISTRICT NURSING ASSOCIATION.—A whist drive and dance has been arranged for Thursday, December 16th. The secretaries are Miss Margery Jones and Miss Cresswell. THE Ex-MAYOR.—An excellent enlarged portrait of the ex-Mayor (Alderman Andrew Wilson), suitably framed, has been place in the council chamber at the Town Hall, alongside of past Mayors. APPOINTMENTS.—Alderman Rowland Evans, and Councillor Wm. Lewis have been appointed to represent the Corporation on the County Asylum Committee, and Alderman D. W. Jones and Councillor A. \V Houlson on the County I Rates Assessment Committee. COUNCIL'S FINANCES.—At a meeting of the Finance Coiiartiiise of the Coproration, on Tuesday, the iJoroagb Controller (Mr. W. R. j Harris) submiccsd a return showing that there, was a balance at the bank to the credit of the Council of 8s. Sd. The balance in favour of the capital account was I-vl,290 3s. 11rl. and of the Education Committee's accounts of. £15,3181411. 6d., but a balance "against"; the cemeteries Committee's account and the general account of f213 9s. 2d. LABOUR EXCHANGE.—At a meeting of the General Purposes Committee of the Corporation, on Friday, Alderman D. W. Jones proposed that the necessary steps be taken to approach the authorities and the local members of Parliament with the view of establishing a Labour Exchange in Merthyr.—The resolution was carried. FEMALE PROBATIONER.—At Merthyr police court, on Tuesday, the Stipendiary Magistrate (Sir T. Marchant William?) re appointed Miss Alison Jones as probationer officer. The Stipendiary expressed appreciation of her work, and said her remuneration was not under the control of the Bench, otherwise they would pay her a larger salary than she now receives. UNFIT FOR HABITATION.—Upon the recom- mendation of Dr. Duncan, Medical Officer of Health, the Council have issued orders to close the following house, if they are not put in repair I or closed voluntarily :—Rear of No. 5, Sand- street, Dowlais Nos. 17 to 20, Wind-street; Garden-row, Horse-street, Nos. 2, 3, 7, 8 and 9 and two houses in Ivy Bush-lane. No. 36, I Union-street, Dowlais was declared unfit for habitation. THE EXPRESS IN INDIA.—His many friends I will be pleased to learn that Sergt. W Halloran, 2nd Rifle Brigade, son of Mr. Halloran, George- town, is doing well in India. He has beeli I' promoted to a higher grade. The Brigade is now stationed at Chaubattia, and will soon move to Calcutta. A photograph just to hand shows the sergeant and Mrs. Halloran in front of their bungalow, exhibiting the front page of the Merthyr Express." FELL TWENTY FEET.—On Saturday evening David Evans, a labourer, was walking along the Cyfarthfa railway line, with the intention of going to see a friend in Collier's-row, and was overtaken by an engine. In stepping out of the way Evans fell over the low parapet of a bridije into a ditch twenty feet below. He was con- veyed to the Infirmary by Detective-Sergt. Thomas and Detective Rees, where it was ascertained that his injuries were not very serious. He was, however, detained for treat- ment. PENRY WILLIAMS'S PireTur.Fs.-The Mayor desires us to draw attention to the exhibition of paintings of Penry Williams, to be held at Cyfarthfa Castle in December. Penry Williams was born at Mcrthyr in 1805, and died at Rome in 1885. A committee of the Corporation are organising the exhibition, and already a valuable collection of pictures has been promised. Should any of our readers be in possession of any of Williams's works, and desire to place them in the exhibition, they should communi- cate with the Mayor (Councillor F. T. James) or Mr. Isaac J. Williams, organiser of schools, Town Hall. FREE LIBRARIES.—A meeting of the Free Libraries Committee of the Merthyr Corpor- ation was held on Monday night, the Mayor (Alderman Wilson) presiding. A sub-com- mittee recommended, among other matters that the suffragette paper Votes for Women," be supplied to the Dowlais library, and it was agree to.—Councillor Dan Thomas said he had received complaints that people at Troedy- rhiw could not borrow The History of Mer- thyr without obtaining the signature of the Chairman of the Free Libraries Committee (Councillor D. J. Lewis).—Councillor Dd. Jones said he had heard a similiar complaint but he was assured that it was not true.—Coun- cillor Thomas said he would raise the question when Councillor D. J. Lewis was present.— Mr. J. Llewelyn Smith, architect, presented the Committee with two volumes of the trans- actions of the South Wales Institute of Engin. eers (1861), and the same were accepted with thanks.—It was agreed to accept copies of the Locomotive Journal," offered gratis; also The Century Path," from Mr. John Morgan, Llantrisant.—The Mayor said that the Treharris library was lighted and heated with gas at 4s. 6d. per 1,000 cubic feet, and he proposed that the Quakers' Yard Gas Co. be asked to reduce the charge for the gas used for heating. —This was agreed to.—The Deputy Town Clerk (Mr. Biddle) said he had written to Messrs. Wyman, and Messrs. Smith & Son, in accordance with a request, asking if they were prepared to make a reduction for supplying magazines to the libraries. Messrs. Smith declined to tender, and Messrs. WymaD offered to knock off 12t per cent.—Councillor Dan Thomas said the Committee should encourage local tradesmen, who paid rates, and moved that no contract be entered into.—Councillor Dd. Jones seconded, and it was agreed to.- The Committee thanked Councillor A. W. Houlson for giving nine volumes of annuals to the Dowlais library, and the Mayor said that if other gentlemen did the same the libraries would be made more attractive.—A report was received from a sub-committee stating that it had been decided not to accept the amended draft scheme suggested by the Treharris work- men for the transfer of their library to the Corporation, but offering to accept the books in the workmen's library to be placed in the free library for use by the workmen employed in Treharris who lived outside the ward.—The report was accepted.

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LET OFF. ir nsionalccur'. on Monday, John Lea was summoned for being drunk in Penry-street, on Saturday.—The Chief Constable said that hitherto the defendant had borne a good character, and he was let off on payment of costs. A DANCE AND WmST DRIVE will be held on Thursday next, November 18th, at the New Hall, Pentrebach. Admission, Is. PURITAN SOAP PRESENTS.—Many of the presents now being offered by the proprietors of Puritan Soap would be suitable for Christmas gifts. The prize scheme offers an opportunity of getting Christmas gifts for nothing by saving wrappers, or getting them at very considerably below their cost by taking advantage of the plan whereby cash can be sent as well as wrappers to make up the cost. THE BEGGING NUISANCE.—At an occasional court, on Monday, Col. Lewis, Magistrates' Clerk, said that beggars were so insulting that it was not safe to leave women in houses alone. —Robert Griffiths was charged with begging in Dyke-street, on Sunday, and it was proved that the defendant had only just come out of prison for a like offence.—rlhe Chief Constable told the Bench that the man had called at his (the Chief's) house, and he then threatened to lock him up.—Griffiths was sent, to prison for a month. WESTERN MAIL" MUSICAL SCHOLARSHIP.— .7ill those who are interested in the candidature of Miss Annie Rees, Bowlais, send all coupons No. 2 to the secretary, D. B. Evans, 40, Bron- heulog, Penydarren, I-efore Xo\ ciuler 15th, 1909.? MERTHYR, DOWLAIS AND DISTRICT RESCUE HOME.—The first annual meeiing in connection with the above will be held in Hore Chapel, on Thursday next, November 18th. 'J he public meeting in the evening will be preceded by a monstre tea, in Hope Hall,- at which the Committee hope to meet a large number of friends interested irl. the work. Tickets may be obtained from any member of the Committee. The chair will be taken at 7 o'clock by the Rev J. M. Jones, M.A., and addresses will be given by Rev. John Thomas (President of the Home), Miss Jeffries (Matron), Mrs. Dickson and Mrs. Lovell, of Cardiff. We trust that all will avail themselves of this opportunity of bearing an account of the rescr.e work done in the town. |YNYSGAU CHURCH.—Wednesday sen'night at the Temperance Hall, the Ynysgau Juvenile Choir, under the able leadership of Mr. Edward Lumley, gave a, second performance in character of the beautiful operetta Zarika" (Clementine Ward), when the characters were take by the following :—King, Mr. Evan Jones Prince, Mr. Phil Rowlands Zurika, Miss Annie Margaret Davies; Elspeth, Miss Lucy Horris, Jingles. I Mr. Fred Richards Dr. Globule, Mr. John Jones; Castro, Mr. Johnny Lewis; Rosebud, Miss Hilda Thomas: Bluebell, Miss Ettie Evans Messenger, init. Arthur Thomas. The stage- manager was Mr. Samuel Thomas, and the accom- panists were Miss Edith James and Mr J. Thomas. The different choruses were rendered by the Juvenile Choir, and the performance altogether reflected credit on all concerned. The duties of secreta-ry and treasurer were carried out by Mr. Henry Lewis, and Mr. William Thomas. v v BIRTH AND DEATH RETURNS.—During the four weeks ended 23rd October, there were notified in the borough 198 births (102 males and 96 females), giving a rate of 32.9 per 1000 of the population, as compared with 119, or a rate of 36.9 in the corresponding period last year. The deaths numbered 116. or a rate of 118.4, as compared with 76. or a rate of 12.1 per 1000. 19 deaths occurred in the Union Infirmary one at the General Hospital, and one at the Fever Hospital. Deaths from zymotic diseases were Whooping cough, 2 measles, 3 diphtheria.1 enteric fever, 1 diarrhoea, 8. The infectious diseases were :—Scarlet fever. 58 diphtheria, 5 enteric fever, 6 erysipelas, 2 total 71. During I the month 61 patients were admitted to Mardy Hospital, discharged 45, remaining in hospital, 69. 69. FEVER IN THE DISTRICT.—Dr. Duncan, medical officer of health, reported at the last medical officer of health, reported at the last meeting of the Health Committee as follows I Scarlet fever is still prevalent in the Merthyr I VaJe and Aberfan districts, and to a lesg extent in Dowlais. The extensive prevalence in Merthyr Vale is due largely to the occurrence of mild cases, which are overlooked by the I parents of the children. Owing to this cir- cumstance I am of opinion that closure of the schools in the district would have little influence in checking the epidemic, though it might I be possibly advisable on other grounds. The cases of enteric notified have all originated in Iron-lane, but I think that the spread of the disease has now been checked. Owing to the prevalence of scarlet fever the hospital is over- crowded, but until the new pavilion is ready this cannot well be helped. No HALT FOR HEOLGERRIG.—At a meeting of the Public W.orks Committee of the Coropration on Friday, a letter was read from the general manager of the Brecon and Merthyr Railway Co., stating that he had gone into the proposal to provide platform accommodation for a halt on the line at Heolgerrig. The same would involve an outlay of between E800 and £1,000, there was no likelihood of the Company receiving adequate return, and he regretted that he was not prepared to allow his directors to go to the expense.—Councillor Dan Thomas Refer the letter to Councillors David John and John Davies.—Councillor David John It. would not cost so much. It is only a small platform that is needed.—On the motion of Councillor Pedler, it was agreed to reply that an expensive I station was not required, and urging the Com- nattv to re-consider the matter. 1: fIRE AT HIGHER GRADE SCHOOL.—At mid- night, on Monday, a fire was discovered at the iron building adjoining the higher grade school, at Caedraw, and but for the prompt action of several men considerable damage would undoubtedly have been done. The police fire brigade were called out at a quarter to twelve, and, in charge of Inspector Phillips, ran to the premises very smartly. They found that the largo wooden partition dividing two classrooms was on fire, and also a portion of the ceiling, which, being composed of match boarding, burnt rapidly. The police immediately at- tached five lengths of hose to the stand pipe, and there being a good supply of water the flames were soon got under, and the brigade retired about 12.30.-George Sheward, of 15, Saxon-street, was the first tib give the alarm. He said he was working at the Great Western Railway Company's sheds, opposite the school, and noticed the flames through the windows. He immediately ran to the school, while William Robbins and Hy. C. Skilling went to the police station. Skeward found the door of the school unfastened, and a bucket of coal on the floor was in flames. He threw this outside, and did his best to remove the school furniture until the arrival of the police. A great deal of damage was done. The members of the fire brigade who were present were Inspector Phillips, Sergts. Jones and Hunter, and P.C.'s Evans, Twinberrow, Hampton, O'Neill, Jenkins and Rees. Many civilians were also on the scene and rendered assistance. At the meeting of the Merthyr Education Authority, on Wednes- day, the Clerk reported that Mr. Skilling rendered valuable assistance, and it was decided to grant him an honorarium. WJ MR. J. JONES, 30, Bethel-street, Georgetown, Merthyr Tydfil, writing on the 27th October, 1909, says I have drank Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa for this seven years and I find it is better than all the teas in the world. I am a fishmonger by trade and have to be out in all weathers, and I find that there is nothing better than Vi-Cocoa." Vi-Cocoa is welcomed by the weakest stomach. It relieves insomnia, conquers dyspepsia, strengthens the weak, builds up the overworked, helps the anaemic, feeds the nerves, assists nursing mothers, and invigorates old age. Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa will, in fact, give tone and vigour to every organ in the body, and at the same time will build up the whole constitution in a way that has J never beem done before. You can easily put these claims to the test. Thousands have done this and been overjoyed at the results. Your grocer sells Vi-Cocoa at 6d.. 0d; and Is. tid. r THE RECENT BABY SHOW.—Nurse Thompson desires to thank local midwives for the valuab }« I assistance they rendered in connection with ti a recent baby show. They were inadvertently overlooked in our report. HEOLGEKKIG YOUNG CYMREIGYDDION SOCXETI —This society's meeting was held last Friday night at Salem Chapel, under the presidency õI Mr. David David (" Bwthynog"), when Mil Tom Jones (" Telor Taf") read an appreciative paper on Ben Bowen." HIGH-STREET BAPTIST CHURCH.—The harvesl thanksgiving services; will be -held -on Sunday neU, when the preacher. will be Rev. C. 1I. Watkins, of Manchester. Services at 11 and 9 o'clock. tv.S.P.C.C.—The local committee of thl National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children held a meeting at the Town Hall, on Wednesday night for the purpose of considering the best ways and means of providing funds, as they are in debt. It is proposed to hold a pubho meeting at an early date. THE CYMREIGYDDION SOCIETY.-The fira open meeting was held on Friday night last, in Pontmorlais Schoolroom, under the presidency of the Rev. John Thomas, Zoar. A lecture was delivered by Mr. Ifano Jones, Welsh Librarian* Cardiff. his subject being Can Rydd Mor* ganwg" ("The Free Song of Glamorgan"), in the 18th century. Mr. Ifano Jones, being well known in the literary world, especially in the Welsh community, there was a good audience io welcome him. His lecture was listened td with rapt attention for an hour and a halfl He dealt expressly with the shining lights il) the poetical world in that period his recitation' of their productions were much appreciated.—A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to him, on the proposition of the Rev. Rowland Jones, Tabernacle, seconded by Cynog. Merthyrfab, Gwernyfed, Alaw Tydfil, Gwyddonfryn and Pelidros also took part in the meeting. FOR THE PooR.-Nurse Thompson, inspectof of midwives under the Corporation, will welcome gifts of clothing and bedding for the poor people in Merthyr, Penydarren and Dowlais. She has discovered numerous cases of consumption, where the sufferers have little or no clothing to cover their nakedness, and many other persons who are in dire distress. Nurse Thomp- son will be glad to receive letters at the Town Hall, and she will arrange to send for gifts. GLEBELAND-AVENUE.—At a meeting of the Parks Committee of the Corporation, on Wed- nesday, it was agreed to remove the trees planted in Glebeland-street to the Thomastowu Recreation Ground, to be place on ground given to. the Council by Messrs. F T. Jamea and A. P. James, and which is being laid out. Alderman D. W. Jones said the trees were not a success in the Glebeland.—Councillor D. Phillips contended- otherwise. COLONEL C. H. LINDSAY, late of the West Indies, is paying a special visit to Merthyr in connection with the Salvation Army Anniversary of Band and Songsters. The Temperance Hall has been engaged for two meetings, on Sunday, November 21st, when, at 3 p.m., the Colonel will be lecturing on the Past, Present and Future of the Salvation Army." and at night, 6.30, the Coloenl will lead a great Salyar tion meeting. Qp Monday night in Zoat Chapel (kindly lent), Colonel Lindsay will deliver his popular lecture on My Travels in the West Indies." Chairman, Lieut.- CoL J. J. Jones, V.D., J.P. It will be interesting to note that the lecturer was an eye-witness of the great earthquake disaster, of 1907. It is hoped that the inhabitants of Merthyr will avail themselves of this opportunity of hearing this popular and experienced Salvation Army leader. Friends and critics are invited. Row IN VICTORIA-STREET.—About eleven o'clock, on Saturday night, a disgraceful roW was witnessed in Victoria-street. P.C. Hampton appeared upon the scene, and tried to arrest David John Arthur, who was very drunk and disorderly, but the officer was quite powerless. A man named David Charles tried to release Arthur, and kicked the policeman about the legs, and knocked him down. When on the ground Davies kicked Hampton about the body. and someone gave him a violent blow in the stomach. Emily West was present, and the officer requested her to run to the police station for assistance. She did as requested, and Inspector Phillips and several constables cam-n to the assistance of Hampton. They found that the officer had been badly mauled, and locked both men up. At an occasional court, on Monday, when the men were charged with being drunk and disorderly and assaulting the police, the Chief Constable said that Arthur mixed with the worst characters in the town. —Both defendants were fined 10s. and costs for being drunk, and £2 and costs each, or a month, for the assault. FRIENDS ACROSS THE SUB will appreciate some dainty reminder of your goodwill this coming Christmag and New Yev. Now's the time to pur- chase and post—and the place at which you can make the best selection is R. T. JONES & Co.'B, Market Square, Merthyr Tydfil.