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Spiritualist Council oV Wales opened permanently at TREVETHICK HALL, MERTHYR, On Sunday, Feb. 6tb, 1910, at 6.30 p.m. Speakr Mr. E. G. SADLER, Of Cardiff. Subject: The Spirit World, "itil punishments." Also Clairvoyance. On MONDAY, at 8 p.m.. Clairvoyance and Psychometry. Friday, at 8 p.m., Ladies' Circle. Silver Collection. All are cordially invited. CHARLES L. STEWART ACCOUNT ANT and AUDITOR, VALUER, HOUSE and ESTATE AGENT MORTGAGE and INSURANCE BROKER « Tradesmen's Debts Bought or Collected, Rents Collected. Accounts Regularly Posted by Special; Contract, Profit and Loss. Accounts and Income Tax Claims Prepared. Quarterly and Annual Undertaken, Bankrupts' Statements of ,Ati,lit -i Undertaken, Bankrupts' Statements of Affaire, Arrangement with Creditors, Valuations for Probate, etc. Agent for the C'hiof Life, Accident. Fire, and Plate Glass Insurance Companies.. OFFICES MILBOURNE CHAMBERS, MERTHYR TYDFIL. CHARLES M. DAVIES, BUILDING SURVEYOR AND VALUER,! (Licensed 20 Years) j MORGAN TOWN, MERTHYR. [ OFFICES :—112, HIGH STREET. PLA-NS, SPECIFICATIONS. AND QUANTITIES. APPRAISEMENT FOP. PURCHASES. TRANSFERS AND DILAPIDATIONS. Sorveyor to the Merthyr New and Improved Build- be Society, the Merthyr Working Men's Building j Society, and the Star-Bowkelt Bnilding Society. W. T. JONES, r SO, High Street, IVIerthyr, Auctioneer & Accountant, j HOUSE, INSURANCE AND GENERAL BUSINESS ACE NT. -Î TRADESMEN'S Debts Bought or Collectect. JL Rents CeHected. Arrangements with Credi- tors. Preparation of Bankruptcy Statements of Af- fairs. x radars' Books Posted and Audited. i 'Agent for Chief Life. Accident. Fire, and Plat* trlaas Insurance Companies. [ ESTABLISHED 1899. PHILLIPS & JON%N"J'S li yEvan I. Phillips, Assoc. Auctioneers' Institute) AUCTIONEERS, VALUERS, ACCOUNTANTS & ESTATE AGENTS, HOTEL VALUERS & GAUGEItS, SURVEYORS to the Largest Building Societies in the Kingdom. SALES conducted of House Property, Shares. land. ed Estates, Machinery, Agricultural and Trade Stocks, and Household Furniture. PROMPT SETTLEMENTS. j Read Office- CENTRAL CHAMBERS, HIGH STREET i BARGOED. Telephone—P.O. No. 59 Bargoed -I TREDEGAR VALLEY. I THOMAS JONES, Accountant, Auditor, House and Estate Agent. Tradesmen's Books Posted and Audited. Rents and Debts Collected. Bankrupts' Statements of Affairs. Arrangement with Creditors. Agent for the Chief Life, Fire and Accident Insurance f Companies. Secretary to the Tredegar and Dis- trict Permanent Money Society. Offlce-86, Commercial Street, Tredegar HARRIS'S, The People's Popular Cash Furnisher, I MARKET BUILDINGS and MARKET HALL, NEWPORT, Mon. I Gaution-No Agents. No Other Address. GREAT SALE OF NEW AND SECOND- HAND FURNITURE For One Month Only. Grand Opportunity for those about to Furnish. I Absolute Clearance. Genuine Reductions. Solid Oak Bedroom Suites 5 gpineas Parlour Suites 3, 4 and 5 guineas Bedsteads, complete with Sitting Bedding 19/6, 25/ 321., ?/ 40/- and 45/ Carpets. Linoleums. lta g E. Mattings. Now is the Time to Buy, and Save Money, Goods bought during Sale stated free till required. Train Fare allowed on £2 Orders and upwards, and Goods delivered free by HARRIS, NEWPORT. Too Late for Classification. -r- FIRIZE DRAWINGS* WINNING Numbers of i'l-u-e Drawiof in aid of Albert F.xell, 3, Vic/Oiva-bii'lrtinsra, Troedyrhiw I 1284, 733, 802, 1164. 1031, 620. 1033, 1026, 1281, 798, 804, 2358, 1071. All prizes nor, claimed within 14 days will become the property of the committee,—JOHS LEWIS, 63, Yew-street, Troedvrhiw, Secretary. F 2 >ii l ■■ 1
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LOCAL INTELLIGENCE (CONTINUED.) TRY MERTHYR CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY, LTD., Bethesda-street, for Grocery and Provisions. OBITu.ARY.-The death occurred recently, in Canada, of Mr. William Vaisey, foreman of a large boot manufactory, at the age of 63 years. Lteceased was a native of Gloucestershire, where he served his apprenticeship, and later on worked for the late Mr. Daniel Jones, at Merthyr. He went to Canada. thirty years ago. He leaves a wife and family. ALLEGED ILLEGAL OPERATION.—Dr. A. P. Walters, of Pontypridd, was at Merthyr, on Friday, again retarded on a charge of causing the death of Mary Florence Lewis, a single woman, of Dowlak, by performing aa illegal operation. The charge will not be gone into until after the adjourned inquest, which will take place at Dowlais, next Thursday morning. MEP.THYK UNTO??.—Mr. D. J. Williams, the master, acknowledges receipt of the following gifts :—Literature.—Magazines, etc, Arcade Li- brarian (2 weeks); Mrs. M. Jones, 1, Dyke-street, Merthyr Mrs. Rogers, 2, Tudor-street, Merthyr Mrs. M. T. Williams, Somerset-place, Mertbyr; Mra. Wormer, Libanus-street, Dowlais; and Mrs. Charles, 42, Thomas-street, Merthyr. Mrs. Emlyn Davies, Dowlais, kindly entertained the inmates with a gramophone entertainment and recitations during the past week. ST MARY'S CATHOLIC YOUNG MEN'S SOCIETY. —On Sunday evening, at the rooms of this society, an interesting lantern lecture was given by the Rev. Fr. Hind, on Rome. The president, Mr. J. Crowley, presided. The views of the present Pope Pius X., of his palace and gardens, and the Church of St. Peter, along with several other churches and views were greatly admired by the members. A vote of thanks to the rev. lecturer was proposed by Mr. D. Barry, seconded by Miss Nathaniel, and supported by Mr. C. Bernasconc. IRISHMEN'S MEETING.—A meeting of the Emmet Branch of the United Irish League, was held on Sunday, the president, Mr. John Mahoney in the chair. On the motion of Mr. D. Ryitn. seconded by Mr. John Mahoney, a vote of condolence was passed in silence with Mrs. Griffin on the death of her mother, Mrs. Dineen. A sincere vote of sympathy was passed with Mr. Thomas Bannan, Georgetown, in his illness. A resolution was passed unani- mously, thanking Mr. Chas. Diamond, editor of the "Catholic Herald" for the splendid support given to the Irish moveibent, and calling upon all local Irishmen to become feubscribeis. A resolution was also passed thanking the local Irishmen for the splendid au,d loyal support given to the candidates selected by the Irish Party, and thereby return- ing two staunch supporters of Home Rule for Ireland—Mr. Keir Hardie and Mr. Edgar Jones. A numter-of members were expelled for oppos- ing the mandate of the Irish Party. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Rev. Father
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CEFN COEb. EBENEZEK.—At the Mutual Improvement
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-Wl" 7 THE ELECTIONS. Results of the following elections have been declared sinco our last issue:— n„;„. vjaaio. Constituency. L. Lab. C. Maj, L. Lab. C. Aberdeenshire, E. 1 — 2638 — — Argyllshire 1 — — 826 — — — Buteshire 1 159 — 1 Cambridgeshire, Wisbech 1 — 200 Caithnesi-shire 1 2053 — Cheshire, Altrin- cham 1 — 901 Clackmannan and Kinross 1 — — 1263 — — — Cornwall, Cam- borno 1 ■<— 2440 Cornwall, St. Ives 1 — —. 872 Derbyshire, North-East — 1 — 2304 — — — Derbyshire, Mid. 1 — 3289 — — — Derbyshire, W. — 1 649 — — -'Devonshire, Honi- t ton 1 1871 — — — Devon, Tavistock 1 — 227 Devon, Barnstaple 1 — 882 — — Dorset, East 1 — 426 — Dumbartonshire 1 — — 1033 — — Durham, Hough- ton-le-Sprinq 1 — — 6011 — Durham, S.E. 1 — 2438 1 — — Durham, Jarrow. 1 — — 217 — — Edtnburghshire 1 — — 3635 — — — Fifeshire W. I — 4205 — — — Gloucester, Forest of Dean 1 — — 2362 — — — Gloucester. Stroud 1 — — 323 — — — Herts, Watford — — 1 1551 — — 1 Huntingdonshire, Ramsey — 1 435 — — 1 Inverness-shire 1 — 1825 Kent, Dartford.. — — 1 817 — — 1 Lanarkshire 1 1631 — — Lanarkshire, Mid. 1 — — 391 — — — Lanarkshire, N.E. 1 — — 2093 — — — Leicestershire, Boswcrth 1 — — 3232 — — — Lincoln, Gains- borough 1 — — 515 Lines., Stamford 1 356 Norfolk, N.W. 1 1208 Northaniptoxisliire, N. — — 1 1091 — — 1 Northumberland, Hexham 1 — — 1061 Notts, Mansfield 1 — 8240 Ross & Cromarty 1 — — 3012 — Somerset, S 1 — 511 — — Staffs., N.W 1 — 2812 Suffolk, Eye 1 — 377 Surrey, Chertsey 1 4613 —r 1 Sutherlandshire 1 — 656 Surrey, Guildford 1 4231 1 Sussex, E. Grin- stead 1 1903 1 Somerset. Frome 1 779 Sussex, Lewes 1 4596 Wick, Burghs 1 — 275 Wilts., Devizes 1 967 1 Wilts., Westbury 1 — 754 Worcestershire, N. 1 319 Worcestershire, Droitwich — 1 105 1 Yorkshire, Osgold- cross 1 — — 4677 IRELAND. Gains. Constituency. N. C. Maj. N. C. Antrim. S, 1 2970 — .— Cork, Co., No IT — 1091 1 — Cork, W 1 — 773 — i Cork, N. E. I It 474 — — Donegal, E. Ind. 121.3 — — Dublin County, S 1 74 — — Fermanagh, S 1 595 — — Kerry 1 — 1742 — — Mayo, N. 1 — 40 — — Tyrone Lib, 102 — Tyrone, E. 1 — 12 — — Waterfcrd, W 1 — 444 — West Meatb, N. 1 — 600 — t Independent Nationalist gain. .1
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WELSH POLLS. CARDIGANSHIRE (13,333). M. L. Vaughan-Daviea (L.) 6343 Captain Fossett Roberts (C.) 2942 Liberal Majority 3406 No change. 1906: Vaughan-Davies (L.), 5829: M. Richardson (C.), 2960; Lib. majority, 2869. 1900: Vaughan-Davies (L.), 4562; J. Har- ford (C.), 3787; Lib. majority, 781. CARNARVONSHIRE (EIFION). Jttaixs vv. uavies ona C. F. Lloyd Priestley (C.) 1700 Liberal majority 4418 No change. 1905, 1900, and 1906: J. Bryn Roberts (L.), unopposed.
STATE OF PARTIES. I
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STATE OF PARTIES. I -77-r. Lib. & Lab. Unionist Nationalist. 314 271 81 Counted amonst the Nationalists are ten "Independents," including Mr. William O'Brien and six followers, and three members O'Brien and six followers, and three members who may be admitted to the Irish Party. As Mr. O'Brien has been returned for two con- stituencies, one Irish seat will not really be represented until after Parliament meets, and the effective- voting strength of the National- ists, Official and "Independent," will, there- fore, be 81 until the seat to be declared vas cant when the Hous& reassembles is filled. Excluding the Irish representation—for pur- poses of comparison merely-England, Scot- land, and Wales are now represented as fol- lows:— Liberals 273 Labour i.; 40 Nationalist I I. I. 1 TotAl 314 Food-Taxers 250 I British Progressive Majority 64 Only three results now remain to be declar- de to close the General Election—Orkney and Shetland (Liberal), and the Scotch University seats.
TERRITORIAL FORCE.
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TERRITORIAL FORCE. OHDERS FOR THE WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 12TH, 1910. 5TH BATT.. THE WELSH REGIMENT. Merthyr Detachment.—Monday: Recruit training, 8 p.m. Wednesday: N.C.O.'s instruc- tion, 8 P-B1- "New charger loading rifle." Fri- day: Recruit training, 8 p.m. Recruits en- listed and old members re-engaged on any f the above nights.—Frank T. James, Captain and Hon. Major, V.D., commanding Merthyr De- tachment, 5th Batt. The Welsh Regiment. THE LATE COLONEL LEWIS, V.D. Battalion Orders by Col. A. P. James, V.D., commanding 5th Battalion the Welsh Regi- ment. Pontypridd, 28th January, 1910. The Commanding Officer desires to put on record the great and almost irreparable loss which this Battalion has sustained by the death of their Honorary Colonel, Colonel D. Rees Lewis, V.D. It will be gratifying to all to know that during his long pferiod—48 years—of service, no honour conferred upon him would Colonel Lewis have appreciated more than his appoint- ment of Honorary Colonel of this Battalion at the unanimous desire of all ranks. The Offi- cers, Non-Commissioned Officers, and men of this Battalion who served under him in the late 3rd Volunteer Battalion will remember him with feelings of admiration, respect and affection he was at all times ready to sacrifice himself for others, and was possessed of that "spirit of service" to his country which is so essential to the public service. No greater re- spect can be paid to his memory than that all ranks should strive to follow the fine example he set, both as a citizen and a soldier.—(Signed) J. C. F. Richards, Captain and Adjutant, 5th Battalion the Welsh Regiment. 3RD BATT. MONMOUTHSHIRE REGT. I Sirhowy (D Company).—Tuesday Miniature target practice for recruits (Drill Hall), 7 p.m. Thursday: Miniature target practice for re- cruits (Drill Hall), 7 p.m. All white equipment to be returned to Drill Hall at once, except belt, frog and sling. The new brown equip- ment will be issued at the same time. There will be a miniature rifle competition in the Drill Hall, on Tuesday, the 15th February, at 7 p.m. All recruits who have joined since last camp to attend the Drill Hall at 7 p.m. on the ] 5th February, 1909, to be sworn in.—By order (signed) W. A. Lewis, Captain, commanding D Company. Tredegar (0 Company).kll white equipment to be returned to the Drill Hall at once ex- cept the belt, frog, and sling. The new brown equipment will be issued at the same time.— By order (Signed) Chas. D. Lewis, Lieut., com- manding G Company. 1ST WELSH FIELD AMBULANCE fR.A.M.C.). Ebbw Vale (R.A.M.C.T.h—Duties: Orderly Officer, Capt. Donovan Orderly Sergts., Sergts. Hoskins and A. Williams; Orderly Corpls., Corpls. Challenger and Robertson; Orderly Bugler?, Bugler Cole and Harrison. Parades (special): There will be a parade every morn- ing at 10.30, and every evening at 7.30 this week (ifjxMept Wednesday and Saturday evening). The Instructors from the School of Instruction, Cardiff. will attend these parades. Dress, even- ings -"drill order." Notices: Those in posses- sioii of old blue clothing should report at 2, Marko-fc Buildings for re-measurements. Should any N.C.O. or man be able to board and lodge one ot more of. the three instructors for tho) week will_ they kindly communicate with tlK: Sergt.-Major at 4, Garden-street.—T. Done j van, Capt., R.A.M.C.T., for Officer Gemmaqd- ing 1st At F. Ambulance; 1
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Troedyrhiw Woman Cuts Her Throat. On Saturday last a married woman, named Ann Baker, aged 50, who lived at 6, Tvdfil- terrace, Troedyrhiw, cut her throat with a I razor while in her bedroom. She was medical- ly attended and then conveyed to the Merthyr General Hospital. Everything that was pos- sible was done by the medical staff to save life, but Mrs. Baker succumbed to her injuries on Wednesday night Deceased had been in ill-health for about twelve months. An inquest will be held to-day (Friday).
Troedyrhiw Chamber of Trade.I
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Troedyrhiw Chamber of Trade. I The annual meeting of this Chamber was held on Tuesday night at Morgan's-rooin, Mr. C. Pryce (president) presiding over a good at- tendance of members.—The Secretary (Mr. W. Adams) read a lett-er acknowledging receipt of a resolution from Mr. Gay (postmaster of Mer- thyr) re the clearing of the letter-boxes in time for the first despatch. Mr. Gay stated that the matter was receiving his attention, and he hoped soon to put on an additional postman in Troedyrhiw.—The Secretary stated tnat he had been informed that the letter-boxes were all cleared now in time for the first despatch.— This was considered very satisfactory.—The Sec- retary read a letter from Mr. T. F. Harvey (Borough Surveyor) ro motor signs for Troedy- l'hiw. The Secretary stated that lie had met Mr. Harvey by arrangement in Troedyrhiw, and had considered the best positions for those aigns, and they had decided that one should 00 placed north of Industrial-terrace, in Cardiff- road, and one north of the Co-operative Shop. —This was considered satisfactory.—The Sec- retary further stated that he visited the Wil- lows in company with the Surveyor (Mr. Har- vey), on the 23rd December, 1909, and sug- gested certain things to the Surveyor, which he (the Secretary) was sure would assist Mr. xxar- vey in making a very favourable report as to the suitability of the Willows as a recreation ground for Troedyrhiw.—The Secretary also read an acknowledgment from Dr. C. M. Jones, thanking the members for0their resolution of I sympathy.. The secretary next presented nis statement of account for the year 1909, together with the bills. The statement and bills were considered very satisfactory, and the treasurer was in- structed to pay the bills due. Mr. Daniel Davies, outfitter, and Mr. G. Brynmor Jones, Canton House, were unanimously re-elected au- ditors. The next business was the election of officers for the year. Mr. C. Pryce, the retir- ing president, said his year of office had come to a close and he wished to take that oppor- tunity of thanking the members and officers for their great kindness to him durin" the year. It had been a very pleasant time to him. He then went through the work which the Chamber had done during the year, and said he thought the statement that he had given was a credit for any Chamber. He agaitt thanked all for the courtesy shown him. Mr. Tom Reed then proposed, and Mr. L. G. Tiley seconded, that Mr. Daniel Davies be the president for the year. This was carried unan- p resi imously. Mr. Davies was unavoidably unable to be present. Mr. T. Reed and the Rev. Peter Williams, vicar of Troedyrhiw, were elected vice-presidents. This is the first, time since the formation of the Chamber that the Vicar has allowed his name to be put forward for any office. The treasurer {Mr. J. D. Jones) and the secretary (Mr. Wm. Adams. Taldwyn-road) were reelected. The Rev. P. Williams propos- ed, and Mr. IL G. Filey seconded, a hearty vote of thanks to the retiring president for the able way in which he had filled the chair during the year. This was carried unanimously, and Mr. C. Pryce briefly acknowledged the vote of thanks. Dr. White and Dr. Allan were elected members of the Chamber.
MERTHYR VALE.
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MERTHYR VALE. EARNEST JONES AND CO. For Suits to measure and all manner of Men's Clothing.—Commerce House, Aberfan. MINISTERIAL.—The pulpit of t1" Aberfan C. M. Ohapel was occupied on Su by the new pastor at Disgwylfa C. M. Chal Merthyr Vale, the Rev. W. A. Jones. Mr. Jones possesses a good voice coupled with splendid method. SALE OF FURNITURE AND SAFES.—As will be seen by our advertising columns, Mr. J. L. Cunningham will sell by auction at the Drill Hall. Merthyr Tydfil, on Wednesday next, the 9th inst., at 2.30 o'clock in the afternoon, and 7 o'clock in the evening, a large quantity of household I furniture, including a beautiful toned piano and fix fire-proof safes, and as the Auctioneer is selling without reserve it should be a rare opportunity for parties furnishing to secure bargains. INTERMENT.—-The remains of Mr. Thomas Hughes, of Mardv Farm, Mountain Ash, were laid to rest on Tuesday, at Aberfan cemetery, amid' manifestations of grief. Deceased suc- cumbed on Sunday, after a short illuess, and leaves a widow and three children. Mr. Hughes, who hailed from near Rhvdar, Radnorshire, was well respected by all whom he came in contact with. He was an ardent member of Zion English Baptist Chapel, MerthyrVale, and his loss will be keenly felr by the Church. The cortege, which was a long one and fully repre- sentative, included the employees of Messrs. Nixon's, who conveyed their late comrade and friend across the mountain. Rev. H. P. Jones, assisted by Rev. J. Howells (Penrhiwceiber), conducted a service at the house, the former also officiating at the graveside. The chief mourners were :—Mr Thomas Hughes (father), Mrs. Hughes (widow), Mr. J. Price (brother), Mr. and Mrs. Hughes, Troedyrhiw (brother and sister-in-law), Messrs. James, James and John and Miss Morgans (brothers and sister-in-law), Mr. and Mrs. Whilding, Porth (Brother-in-law and sister-in-law), and several cousins. Wreaths were sent by the following :—Widow and children family,, employees of Messrs. Nixon's, Mountain Ash, Mr. and Mrs. Falkner, and Mr. Walter Francis (Perth-y-gleisoin). The following acted as bearers:—Messrs. H. Hughes, Gardiner, ttrer -T Gladstone Phillips (Forest Farm), W. Bether and James Hall (Lower Forest).
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TREHARmS. DON'T FORGET EASTER TUESDAY. Poultry, and Cage Bird Show and Ambulance Com- petitions, at Market Hall, Aberdare. Schedules issued shortly.—Secretary, T. J. Davies, George Hotel, Aberdare. IMMERSIONS—On Sunday evening, at Bryn- hyfryd Welsh Baptist, the ordinance of Baptism was performed by the Rev. W. Jones, when eight candidates were immersed. EVENING PARTY.—On Thursday evening last an evening party was held at the Public Hall, under the auspices of the staff of the Treharris Girl's school, in aid of the Cardiff University fund. There was a lrge number present. Dancing and games were indulged in and Mr. Thomas accompanied. The staff are sending the sum of £ 5 to the fund. The tables were presided over by Mrs. D. Richards, Mrs. Harison, Mrs. Harris, Mrs. Davies and Mrs. Jones, and Mrs. H. Richards and Mrs. Nicholas also helped. Credit is due to Mrs. Ovens for decorating the room. i-,L
HIRWAIN.
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HIRWAIN. IF YOU HAVE DEFECTIVE EYESIGHT. consult the tito.st experienced Eyesight Testing Expert in Mer- thyr. Mr. HENRY M. LLOYD, Ophthalmie Optician and Chemist, Merthyr (opposita Market doors). TABER-NACLF- -On Monday evening last, at the Tabernacle, the Rev. R. Derfeel Roberts gave an excellent lecture upon the "Missionary Work of Gruffydd John." The lantern was manipulated by the Rev. W. J. Rowlands, as- sisted by Mr. H. H. Morriss. Mr. D. J. Da- vies (manager) gave a fine rendering of a song entitled "Nazareth." Mr. Daniel Jones (build- er) presided. OBITUARY.—-The funeral took place on Fri- day last of Mrs. David Davies—better known as "Namoi"—63, Station-read, Hirwain, who passed away at the age of 84. Deceased was a native of Capel Emlvn, near Newcastle Emlyn, but had lived at Hirwain for the past 40 or 50 years. She was well-known and respected and much sympathy is felt for the .relatives in their present bereavement. Re- mains interred at Aberdare cemetery. DEATH OF MRS. JONES, THE LILACS.-We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Mary Jane Jones, The Lilacs, Hirwain, which took place on Sunday, after a lingering illness. Deceased was the widow of tha late Mr. Isaac Jones, M.E., and was very much re- spected by all who knew her. The funeral took place on Wednesday, the corpse being taken about 11 a.m. to St. Lleurwg's, where a funeral service was held. A large number afterwards escorted the remains to Hirwain Station to meet the 12.32 train for Cefn cem- etery, where the remains were interred. The mourners were: Master Willie Jones (son), Mr. Ben Havard, Merthyr (brother-in-law), Messrs. Llew. Jones and Archie Jones, Aber- dare (nephews), Sir W. T. Lewis, Bart., K.C.V.O., Mr. A. P. Jones, Aberdare; Mr. D. Jones, M.E., of Hirwain; Messrs. Tom Williams, Wm. J. Williams, Dd. Jones, Dd. Lewis, Mr. John Davies, solicitor, Mer- thyr Mr. D. R. Lee, Merthyr The following gentlemen were also present:—Mr. L. Llew- elyn, Cardiff; Mr. Thomas Jones, Bronwydd, Hirwain; Mr. J. Jones, Hendon Shop; and Sergt. Isaac Davies, besides a large number of friends. Wreaths were received from the fol- lowing :-Harp from Master Willie and Miss Nancy Jones (son and daughter); bunch of cut flowers from Miss Williams; wreath, Mr. W. H. Jones, London (brother); wreath, Sir W. T. Lewie, Bart.; wreath, brother and sisters- in-law, Ben, Jen, and Annie; wreath, Mrs. S. Morgan, Hirwain; wreath, Mr. L. Llewelyn. The following were the bearers --Messrs. Wm. Matthews, Dl. Davies, Wm. Jenkins, Jno. Ed- munds, Jno. Sweet, Reg Jones, Rd. Morgan, Jno. Bevan. Wm. Price, Fred Harris (Merthyr Tydfil), and J. Jortes (Merthyr), J. M. Jones (undertaker). The Revs. Joseph Morgan and D. J. Arthur officiated. Deepest sympathy is felt with Mr. and Miss Jones in their great sorrow.
Ystradfelite Water Scheme.
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Ystradfelite Water Scheme. NEATH DISTRICT COUNCIL WANT LAND AT ONCE. .The Ystradfellte water scheme, which is being carried out by the Neath Rural District Council, was mentioned to the justices at Cefn, by M r. Edwird Powell, of Nea.th, who applied for an order under the Land Clauses Act, ap- pointing a surveyor to dotermine the amount to be paid into court between Messrs. Matthews* Owmporth Estate, and the Neath Rural Dis- trict Council. Notice to treat had been sanc- tioned, but the amount claimed was in excess of the amount the Council were prepared to pay. Mr. Powell applied that Mr. Ernest Leeder, of Swansea* should be appointed sur- veyor to determine the amount to be paid into court pending tho result of the arbitration pro- ceedings, thus entitling the Neath Council to enter upon the land immediately, the contract for laying the pipes having been let.—The jus- tices made the order for the appointment of Mr. Leeder.
; ABERCYNON POLICE COURT.
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ABERCYNON POLICE COURT. r—: TigrRSDAV.-BOfore Sir Marchant Williams (stipendiary), and Capt. G. A. Evans. IK&N NFSS. --The following were dealt with for Lirunke-iiiiss:-Williani John Lewis in Station-road, Abercynon, 10s. and costs; James Stokes in Dean-street, Aberdare, 10s. and costs; William Newman in Ynysybwl, 1GB. and costs; Ivor Phillips in Mill-street, Trecynon. 10s. and costs: Evan Davies in Bell-street, Trecynon, 10: and costs; George Teague in Merthyr- road. Abercynon, did not appear and a warrant was issued. A FIGHT m A FISLD.—WilHam Williams atid Robert Jones, for fightftig in a field, near Ynysybwl, were bound over to keap the peace. THEFT OF WOOD.—-Albert Left, was charged with stealing wood, tho property of the Pen- rhiwoeiber Colliery Co. Se-rgt. Bearle gave evidence, but the Bench dismissed the de- fendant with a caution. JUVENILE OFFENCE.—Lewis Joseph Ellis was charged with stealing coal, the property of the Penrhiwceiber Colliery -n. P.S. Bearle proved the case.—Defendant was fined s.
Aberdare Chamber of Trade.
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Aberdare Chamber of Trade. The annyal meeting of the Aberdare Cham- ber of Trade was held at Miles's Restaurant, on Wednesday evening. Sir. Illtyd Williams presiding. The secretary, in his report, dealt with the important work which the Chamber had done, and pointed out that what had been done proved beyond doubt that the Chamber had justifie its existence. The accounts showed a balance in hand of JB15 13s. 9d., and on the motion of Mr M. Watkins, seconded by Mr. T. Roderick, the same were adopted. A vote of thanks was ac- corded to the auditors, Messrs. T. D. Williams and J. E. Sladen. The following officers were elected :-Cha;rman Mr. T. Lloyd vice-chair- man, Messrs. R. H. Miles, and David Evans; treasurer, Mr. W. F. Parry de Winton sec- retary, Mr. T. W. Griffiths, solicitor. The re- commendation of the Council to pay £ 25 to the secretary for the services rendered, was con- sidered, and the recommendation was adopted by an unanimous vote.
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CWMBACH. LANTERN LECTURE.—On Wednesday, a lltn I tern lecture was delivered at Bethjftiia- Testry by Mr. David Thos. Doughton. All the slides were illustrative of scenes from R. M. Sheldon's popular book, "In His Steps." Mr. Doughton explained each one in an interesting manner, and pointed out the moral from each scene. The lantern was manipulated by Mr. Doughton. BRYN SEION,-At the meeting of the Mutual Improvement society last Friday, under the chairmanship of the Rev. R. H. Davies, a debat-9 took place on "Should Women have Votes?" The affirmative side was taken by MB David William Wilcox, and Mr. James Jones took the negative. Comments were afterward^ delivered by the following: Messrs. Samuel Lloyd, Edward Evans, Thomas Thomas, Johq Lloyd, and Misses Miriam Williams and Nellie Evans; also Messrs. Lewis James Davies, Thos, John Lewis, Thomas Thomas, and William Rees (Godreaman). When the vote was taken, 22 favoured giving the franchise to women, and 13 were against. BETHANIA.-The Rev. E. T. Jones, Llanelly, delivered a lecture at the Young People's So- ciety on Tuesday night. Mr. Warriotte Bowen, Aberaman, occupied the chair. The lecture waa delivered in the vernacular, the subject being: "Tro i'r mynyddoedd creigiog, a gardd y duw- iau." The rev. gentleman gave an account of his visit to America. The object of that visit; was to fulfil a three-months' preaching tour, and to come into personal contact with the Welsh institutions in America. He said that one characteristic of the American in which they were superior even to the Welsh, was their greater affability when travelling, etc. The Welshmen in America retained their love for their country, and many of them who had been -under the personal influence of the Rev. John Evans, Eadwysfach, lived strictly religioll, lives in their new home.
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Wedding at Cyfarthfa Church. OGG-HAR VEY, A pretty, but quiet wedding w&s solemnized, by license, at Christ Church, Cyfarthfa, on Tuesday morning, the bridegroom being Dr. Alexander Ogg, M.A., B.S., Ph.D., Fellow of the Royal Society of South Africa, and the bride Miss Gertrude Elizabeth Winifred Harvey, daughter of Mr. Thomas Fletcher Harvey, borough engineer and surveyor. The bride- groom is a professor of physics and applied mechanics at Rhodes University College, Grahamstown, Cape Colony. Owing to recent family bereavement the wedding was a quiet t one, but many friends and well wishers of the ¡ happy pair attended the church. The ^ceremony was performed by the Rev Howell Kirkhouse, M.A., vicar. The bride, who was charmingly attired in a travelling costume of dark violet cloth, trimmed with black silk braid, with Parma violets, was given away by her father. There were no bridesmaids, but the bridegroom was attended as best man b"-Ml'. Thomas Stan- leyParrott, of Bristol. The wedding party in- cluded Mr. and Mrs. T. F. Harvey (father and mother of the bride). Mrs. G. Wood Davies (sister). Miss Rosalind Mary Harvey (sister), Miss Margery Davies (niece), Mrs. A. W. Houlson (aunt), and Miss Mary Honlson (cous- in). The wedding took place at nine o'clock, and Dr. and Mrs. Ogg left Merthyr by the 10.35 Taff train for London en route for Ger- many, after which they will return and spend a short time in Scotland, They will leave Mer- thyr for Grahamstown during the month of April. The bride was trained as a hospital nurse at Guy's Hospital, and was for three years principal staff nurse at Albany General H'jspital, Grahamstown, and returned home lajt February. The happy couple were the recipients of a large number of useful presents.
! Theatre Royal, Merthyr.
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Theatre Royal, Merthyr. This is pantomime week at the Theatre Royal, Merthyr, and the management made a great hit by the engagement (at great expense) of Mr. A. Austin's magnificent spectacular fairy pantomime, "Cinderella," from the Crown Theatre, London. There are magnifi- cent costumes and elegant scenery and effects, [ and there is an array of talent not often seen in the provinces. Miss Maidie Harrison makes a charming "Cinderella," and Miss Mabel Aus- tin as "Prince Charming" contributes largely to the success of the serious part of the busi- ness. All the other characters are well sus- tained. The specialities are a striking feature. Little Miss Gladys Liggett, the premier dan- seuse, is the smallest solo dancer on the English stage, and was a pupil of jMadame Maud Bol- ton, of Nottingham. Messrs. Newham and Latimar, as "Bedelia" and "Seraphina," cause endless roars of laughter; while Mr. Bert Hil- dersley, as "jabber," is the funniest man on the boards. It has truly been said that fhe whole production portrays the artistic a3 well as the merry side of true pantomime, and those who fail to attend to-night or to-morrow (Sat- urday), when there will be an afternoon per- formance at 2 o'clock, will miss a rare treat. Next week Mr. William Greet's talented company, from the Lyric- Theatre, will present the great play, "The Sign of the Cross" (by the late Wilson Barrett). The company num- ber sixty artistes, with a full choir. This is the ,-reatest-I)roduction still travelling in the pro- viaces. ■
LATE FOOTBALL GOSSIP.
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LATE FOOTBALL GOSSIP. [By "Linesman."] The Merthyr Northerp Union team are due a.t W igan this week-end. Arrangements have betn made to run a fast excursion, leaving Merthyr to-morrow (Saturday) morning at 6.15, and Dowlais at 6.30, iect-urning from Wigan at I. midnight. The fare is 6a. 6d. The teams will be fts- follow :—Merthyr (selec- ted from): Reed, back; Edwa.rds, Syd James, Tom Thomas, Ponty Thomas, and E. Rees, three-quarter backs; W. Harris, D. J. Rees, and A. Edmunds, half-backs; D, Thomas, D. B. Davies, D. Lewis, E, Jenkins, W. D. Tho- mas, and W. Beran, forwards. -Wigan; Shar- rock, back; Leytham, Jenkins, Todd, and Miller, three-quarter backs; Jones and Thomas, half-backs; Topping, Francis, Seeling, Rams- dale, Whittaker, and Siloock, forwards. Edmunds, who appears among the IV^rthyr half-backs, has played as outride half for Bir- kenhead kvand-erers. Last season he was a member of the Cheshire County team. A workshop competition is being promoted by the club, and gold medals are offered for the winners and ru^ners-up. Entry forms and particulars may b? obtained fioni the secretary, Mr. W. Lewi, 3, Merthyr.
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CEFN COEb. EBENEZEK.—At the Mutual Improvement Society's meeting last Friday, Mr. Thomas Evans, sen., gave an interesting paper on the late Dr. Joseph Parry. On Wednesday last, the Rev J D. Jones. Abercanaid, gave his lecture on, Gyda'r Wawr yn Blaencannid," dealing with Protestantism from its birth, a subject that was most instructive to the young people. SALE OF FURNITURE AND SAFES.—As will be seen by our advertising columns, Mr. J. L. Cunningham will sell by auction at the Drill Hall. Merthyr Tydfil, on Wednesday next, the 9th inst., at 2.30 o'clock in the afternoon, and 7 o^Clock in the evening, a large quantity of household furniture, including a beautiful toned piano and six fire-proof safes, arid as the Auctioneer is selling without ,rm,erve it should be a rare opportunity for parties furnishing to secure bargains, OBITUVRv.—-We regret to record the death of Miss Lily May Oweh. youngest daughter of Mr. E. D. Owen, Holford-street, Ccfu, from the effects of typhoid fever, after a severe illness, at the early age of 16 years. Deceased was of a very winsome nature, and was much beloved by all who know her. The interment took place at the Cefn cemetery, being superintended by Mr. David Thomas, Caedraw Woollen Mills, and I was attended by the employees, Mr. Oweh being in charge of the wool department for many years with Mr. Thomas. The services at the house and the graveside were conducted bv the Ret Davies Rector of Vay»or 'j. ) t DISTRESS AT CEEX.—At a meeting of the Breconshire County Council, last Friday, it was reported that a conference held at Cefn on January 26th, between representatives of I the Breconshire Education Committee and the Cefn Council School Canteen Committee, the following conclusions were arrived at:—(1) Thai; there aro from IS to 20 underfed children attending the Cefn Council School; (2) that IcLeal voluntary efforts had been made to provide means of relieving the distress and (3) that the funds realised by the voluntary efforts are insufficient for the needs of the school. The j Conference therefore recommended that the funds of the School Canteen Committee be assisted out of the rates to the extent of the produce of a half-penny rate on the parish of Vaynor, in which the school is situated. The recommendation of the Conference was adopted by the County Council on the motion of Council- II. lor W. S. Miller, seconded by Rev. J. H. Davies. Councillor the Rev. J. H. Davies (Cefn Coed) moved That it is desirable that stotiebre ing be again resorted to as a means of helping men out of employment to maintain themselves and families." Councillor David Powell (Brecon) seconded, and the resolution was carried. OiiiiffARY.—We have to record the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Davies, who passed away at her residence, 75, Bailey-street, Deri, in her 65th year. A native of Cefn, Mrs. Davies was the daughter of the late Mr. Joseph Davies, mason, and sister of Mrs. Morgan Jenkins, Morlais Villa, who is the only member of the family now surviving. For the greater part of her life Mrs. Davies resided at Liverpool, at which place her husband, Mr. John Davies was employed as station detective (at Lime- street station). At the expiration of his term of office Mr. Davies was pensionea otf, and they then removed to South Wales. A devout Christian, Mrs. Davies for many years belonged to the Established Church, but owing to weak- ness, accompanied by old age, she was unable of late to attend her favourite sanctuary, which was a considerable distance from her abode, and, therefore, became a member of the Welsh Methodist Chapel near by, a few months prior to her death. Although a stranger within their gates she was loved and esteemed by all her neighbours. The funeral took place last Thursday at Deri, and the Dcri friends attended in large numbers. The Rev. Jones conducted the burial service. Deep sympathy is felt with tho husband, children and relatives.
DOWLAIS.
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DOWLAIS. RETCHNED TO DUTY.-We are glad to notice that Se-rgt. Isaac Jones, of the Dowlais Police Staff, has returned to duty after being in- valided for a period of nearly four months. The sergeant had a very severe attack of typhoid fever, and was removed to the hospi- tal, where he was well sa-en to, but spent a part of his convalescent weeks at Torbay. IXQUEST.—An inquest was held at the Dow- lais Inn on Wednesday afternoon on Frederick Davies, who lived at 16, David-street, Dowiais. He was killed at the Canal Level, Cyfarthfa, on Monday last when working there as a col- lier. Mr. Matthew Truran (manager) and Mr. Trump, H.M. Inspector of Mines, attended the inquest.—A verdict of "Accidental Death" was returned.
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================ | Eyesight Restored. j HIRWAIN )'lAN'S REMARKABLE CURE. A remarkable story of tha "blind being restored to sight" comes from Hirwain. Mr. j Albert C Ward, until recently a brakesman in the employ of the Great Western Railway Company, is repentd to have been restored to sight by the treatment of an oculist in Manchester. Mr. Ward 1$ a native of Devon- shire, and is 24 years of age. He came to South Wales six years ago as a porter at the G.W.R. station, Aberdare, and was promoted shunter, and subsequently brakesman, and was in a fair way to obtain further promotion I when his eyesight commenced to fail him in the spring of last year. He became worse and worse. He was treated, but th?re was no improvement. In October his sight had be- come much worse, and it was said he had practically lost the sense of sight. A short time afterwards Mr. A. H. Hatton. a. signalman at Hirwain, who had taken a great interest in the case, heard of some wonderful cures effected by a Manchester man, and after correspondence an interview was arranged, and on December 7th last the oculist J wrote to state that he would undertake the case. In the meantime the following certifi- I cate was given Mr. Ward by an ophthalmic I surgeon:— I Dec. 3-09.—I certify that I have this day examined Albert C. Ward, who is suffering from atrophy of the optic nerve, and is com- pletely blind (he may occasionally be con- scious of light) for all practical purposes. I do not think there is any chance of his re- i, covery. ¡' Since December 7th, Mr. Ward has been three times in Manchester, the last treatment being on Saturday morning, when to his great delight and surprise the young man found that lie could see clearly every article in the room, and going to the window was able clearly to distinguish everything in the street. When Mr. Ward returned home to Hirwain on Saturday evening, he was able to see his wa-y along the platform, and on Sunday he was able to uso his eyes freely. He wa, in fact, restored to sight.
REVIEWS.
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REVIEWS. "Chambers's Journal" for February opens with a complete story entitled, "The Solitary Guest," by Susan Ballard. It describes how a young couple met and became engaged on the sea. George A. Wade, B.A., contributes an ar- tide on "The New Boy," and another con- tributor tells the story of the postage stamp. Lovers of Longfellow will be interested in F. C. Armstrong's description of Portland (Maine), the poet's "Beautiful Town." "Ich Dien" by Lettice Milne Rae, tells how John Wycliffe, the first translaoir of the Scriptures, and the Black Prince met at the church of Our Lady of Victories on St. Crispin's Eve in 1345. Other contributors write on such subjects as "The Decay of the Sugar Industry," "Trade Trick- eries," "A New Zealand Perplexity," and "Photographing the Heart-beat." We haVtf pleasure in directing attention to the various ways in which the Liberal Publica- tion Department is of service to the Liberal Party. The "Liberal Magazine" is issued on the 7th of every month, and deals in full with all the politics of the preceding month. A sin- gle number "costs 6d. post free, the yea«rly sub- scription is 53. post free. A new volume (the eighteenth) begins with the February number. Another special feature which deserves to be better known is the annual guinea subscription, in return for which subscribers get (a) month- ly issues of the "Liberal Magazine," (b) at the end of the year a specially bound copy of "Magazine" on superior paper, (c) copies of all pamphlets and leaflets as issued, (d) pamphlets and leaflets bound in a volume, printed on superior paper and indexed, (e) the monthly issues of the "Liberal Monthly," and (f) the "Liberal Year Book" on suparior paper and specially bound. For further information as to the "Liberal Magazine," the guinea subscrip- tion, and various other (services, application should be made to the Liberal Publication De- partment, 42, Parliament Street, Westminster, S.W. R. A. Duncan contributes to I "The British Workman" a bright character sketch of Ac- crington's new Mayor, Alderman Thomas E. Nuttall, M.D. Hector Macpherson, junr. writes informally about Halley's comet. The story of Thomas Henshaw, the philanthropic hatmaker, is retold by J. H. Crabtree. "J. A. a well-known authority on Francis Lyte, has an absorbingly interesting article on the author of "AVide with me." The other features of a remarkably well-illustrated issue of this favour- ite monthly include an interview with Mrs. Lee-Cowie, the Australian temperance worker, on the degeneration brought about by drink in the old country, and a dramatic "Experience with Working Girls" by Edith Prince-Snowden. "The Family Friend" opens with another long instalment of Annie S. Swan's domestic tale, "Roden's Choice." Isabel S. Robson writes on "Women's Love cf Light Reading." Rev. J. Johnston's paper on "Famous Sisters of Great Men" is admirably written and splendidly illustrated. Fay Inchfawn's short story, "Love the Builder," should be read by every girl who aspires to literary fame. "The Children's Friend is going especially strong in honour of its jubilee, and is able to record an instance of Royal recognition. Among thet many bright features of the February number is a delightful article by Amy Chambers on "Three Heirs of Empire," with which are ariven excellent por- traits of Prince Olaf of Norway and Prince Wilhelm of Prussia. The surprising adven- tures of '"Mum-Pussirs-Cat, Sapphie" are con- tinued in the "Infant's Magazine," which con- tinues to cater with well-merited success f6r young people in the nursery. Mr. R. Hard- ing's appreciation of Dr. Campbell Morgan in "The Friendly Visitor" will appeal to a wide Circule of readers. It is accompanied by a full- page portrait. Under the heading of "God's Good. Women" is given an account of the noble women who are being honoured in the memo- rial windows of Liverpool's new cathedral. Charlotte Skinner has a beautiful paper, en- titled "The Way or the Angels," and there are sorne, valua-ble hints on "How to Read the Newspapers." The full-page illustration, "And He entered into a ship, and -taught them many things by parables," is from a_fine original by W. Hatherell. "The Band of Hope Review" continues to bring the principles and practice of total abstinence home to the hearts of boys and girls by means of bright and attractive picture stones and articles, chief of which in the February number are "An Affair of Hon- our, a "Tale of Schoolboy Life," by Maurice Partridge; "The Story of the Conquest of the Air." and a fascinating story of the insect world, 1 entitled "Tho Defeat of a Highwayman." Theso fnagazines are published by S. W. Part- ndae and Co., 8 and Pitetupptci-ferr, E.O.
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ABERCANAID.. SALE OF FURNITURE AXD SAFES.—As will be seen by our advertising columns, Mr. J. L. Cunningham will sell by auction at the Drill Hall, Merthyr Tydfil, on Wednesday next, the 9th inst., at 2.30 o'clock in the afternoon, and 7 o'clock in the evening, a large quantity of household furniture, including a beautiful toned piano and six fire-proof safes, and as the Auctioneer is selling without reserve it should be a rare opportunity for parties furnishing to secure bargains. OBITUARY.—We have to announce the death of Mr. John Owen, of Newton-street, Aber- canaid. Deceased had only been ailing for a week. He felt unwell coming home from South Duffryn Pit, where he was employed. He was of a very quiet disposition, and was very much respected by all who knew him. I Deceased had laboured very hard, as is proved by the fact that he held several certificates of efficiency. A few years ago he gained the rare distinction of obtaining the highest- number of marks throughout the whole of Wales in th-aq- !ogy (Bapti^l^nfbh of Wales Examination). He also held a second-class certificate in min- ing, the sanitary inspector's certificate, and a certificate for meat inspectorship, which offico he applied for, but was unsuccessful at Cardiff a few months ago. The deceased was very proficient in the musical world, being G. and L. in that respect. He had been precentor at Carmel Welsh Baptist Church for upwards of six years, and pave en- tire satisfaction until he removed to Abercan- aid. He then gave up the precentorship, and threw in his lot with the Demi Baptist Chapel, Abercanaid, where he was not long before he was appointed deacon, which office ho retained until his death. Deceased was only 39 years of age, and was very unassuming. His death has ca-st a gloom over the neighbourhood. Mr. Owen leaves a widow and five children. Great sympathy was shown at the services at .the Dem! Church upon the sad announcement being given.
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TROEDYRHIW. DON'T FORGET EASTER TUESDAY. Poultry and Cage Bird Show and Ambulance Com- petitions, at Market Hall, Aberdare. Schedules issued shortly.—Secretary, T. J. Davies, George Hotel, Aberdare. SALE OF FUKNITTBE AXD SAFES.—As wiil be seen by our advertising columns, Mr. J. L. Cunningham will sell by auction at the Drill Hall. Merthyr Tydfil, on Wednesday next, the 9th inst., at 2.30 o'clock in the afternoon, and 7 o'clock in the evening, a largo quantity of household furniture, including a beautiful toned piano and six fire-proof safes, and as the Auctioneer is selling without reserve it should be a rare opportunity for parties furnishing to secure bargains. CONCERT.—A concert was given at the St. John's Hall, on Thursday evening, by the Saron Congregational Choir, under the conductorship of Mr. Herbert Llewellyn, assisted by the follow- tag ai-tistes :Soprano. Miss D. SIMPSON tenor, Mr. J. Walters bass, Mr. J. Ireland. The accompanists were Messrs. D. Richards, Troedy- accompanists were Messrs. P. Richards, Troedy- rhiw, and Mr. H. Howells, Aberdare. The chair was taken by Mrs. Edmunds, Plas-y-coed, Troedyrhiw. The operetta entitled The Gar- den "(R. Rogers), was rendered, and this was followed by a miscellaneous programme. ^The singing all through was of a very high stanoard. Praise is due to Mr. Llewellyn for the way he has trained his choir. One of the numbers-was Tlioso Evening Bells," composed by Mr. Llewellvn himself.—Mrs. Edmunds moved a hearty "vote of thanks to all the artistes who had taken part in the evening's programme, Le and Alderman Enoch Morrell seconded. The programme was drawn to a close by singing the National Anthem, God Save the King." BUILDING CLUB DLN'NER.—A dinner in con- nection with the Bronheulog Building Club, Glantaff-road, was held at the Glant Inn, on Tuesday evening, on the occasion of the first annual meeting. There were present :— Mr. D. Francis, M.E., manager, Cyfarthfa Collieries, chairman; Mr. W. Rees Edmunds, solicitor to the Club; Mr. T. Edmund Rees, architect; Mr. D. Davies, secretary Mrs. K. Livsey, treasurer; Messrs. E. J. Evans, Holms- dale, T. Jones, Thos. Davies, John Davies, A. Sussex, LI. Lloyd; with the invited guests, Mr. Fred James, Post office, Mr. J. T. Rees, builder, Abercanaid, and the artistes, Mr. E. Phillips, J. Jones and E. Smith. The formation of the above club was due to Mr. D. Francis, manager Cjrfarthfa Collieries, and Mr. D. Davies, secretary who are to be congratulated on the manner it has been conducted. After the usual business meeting a dinner was served by Mrs. Livsey in good style, an excellent menu being got up specially for the occation. A programme of music and a list of toasts followed. A pianoforte solo by Mr. E. Phillips opened the programme, and then the following toasts were submitted The King and Royal Family," Mr. D. Francis, Manager; Town and Trade of Troedyrhiw," proposed by Mr. W. Rees Edmunds, solicitor, supported by Mr. D. Davies, Bridge-street; Bronheulog Building Club," proposed by Mr. T. Edmund Rees, architect, supported by II Mr. D. Francis Mana-,er '-Chairman Architect, Secretary, Treasurer and Builder," proposed by Mr. Rees Edmunds, responded to by above. A very amusing talc was given by Mr. W. R. Edmunds, in his suual jocular manner, which caused a great deal of merriment. A brief description of the houses, together with the surroundings, was given by Mr. T. Edmund Rees, architect, who stated that the houses were the neatest, most up-to-date and con- venient cottage villas in the borough of Merthyr. Solos were sung hy Mr. J. Jones, and E. Smith, and were much appreciated, and added con- siderably to the enjoymeut of the evening. The singing of Hen Wlad fy Nhadau brought to a close a very enjoyable evening.
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FREE TO WOM E N. ANN BROWN'S FEMALE SYRUP hall ob- tained wonderful results in the cure of an fe- male irregularities. I will send any woman a trial bottle free on receipt of two stamps to nay ( postage and packing, if "Merthyr Expre ( mentioned. Do not neglect this offer, but write 1 me to-day, -Ann Brown, 21, Station Parade^ (SauthiielfiU, Lçndoui J
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RHIGOS. BETHEL.—A miscellaneous programme was gone through at this place of worship on Satur- day evening last. The chair was taKen by the Rev. D. C. Jones (Wes.), Hirwain. The fol- lowing took part:—Pianoforte solo, Mary G. Rees; recitations, Messrs. Richard Morgan, E. J. Morgan, W. Rees Morgan, Evan S. Da- vies, J. M. Rees and Miss Catherine A. Da- vies; solos, Messrs. T. Noyle, Edward Jones, David Bryant (Hirwain), Howell D. Davies, Jno. Morgan Rees, and Miss L. Bevan; duet, Misses Lizzie and May Bevan; dialogue, Mr. Morgan and friends. The accompanists were Mr. Tom Richards, Hirwain, and Mr. Dd. Bry- ant, Hirwain. Mr. Evan J. Jones had charge of the programme. RAMOTH (B.).-The Rev. r. Thomas, Llan- bradach, father of the famous boy preacher, Master Stanley Thomas, occupied the pulpit at this church on Sunday, and preached two elo- quent and stirring sermons. On Wednesday evening an interesting debate took place at Ramoth, on "Which is the do si advantageous to live a religious life, the country cr the town?" Mr. Tom Jones spoke in favour of the country, while Mr. Richie Evans upheld the town. The following also took part in the debate:-Mears. Dd. Thomas, H. B, Jones and Miss M A. Jones. On the question being put to a vote, the town carried by a majority of one. Mr. Dd. Thomas presided.
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GODREAMAN. .SALKU.—On Sunday and Monday, half-yearly ^reaching services were held at this chufch. the Rev. J. (llandwr Watkins, Ffrwd, and the j Rev. R. 3. M,oUQtaifl A^h, were the r •" I
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MISKIN. FUN-EItAL.-Tlie funeral of Mr. Benjamin Jones, Resolven Villa, took place en Monday. Deceased, who had been in failing health for some time, passed away rather unexpectedly oc the Wednesday previous. He was well known, and highly esteemed, a testimony borne out by the largo number present at the obsequies. Mr. Jones was a member and deacon of Moriah C. Methodist Church, and also one of tha founders. The remains, encased in a plain pan- elled oak coffin, were conveyed to the G, W.R station, and from thence by the 3.15 train to Resolven, where the interment took place iu the family burial ground, the Rev. D. Davies. pastor of Moriah, officiating. The i-tiotirnerit present were: Messrs. T. Rees Jones, Jena Jones (sons), Rev. W. Jones and Mrs. Joiiftt (son and daughter-in-law), Miss Gwen Jone*1 (daughter), Mr. and Mrs. Rees Edwards (sen* in-law and daughter). Deceased's brother dea- cons, Messrs. D. Jones, Isaac Benjamin, John Jones, Rees Morgan, Edward Evans, Wm. Jones, were also present. The following rev. gentlemen were also present: Revs. D. Jones, M.A., Penrhiwceiber; David Lloyd, Penrhiw-" ceiber; E. T. Williams, Penrhiwceiber; R. Williams, Aberdare; H. W. Thomas, Portlil J. Frimstone, Ynysyboeth W. Williams, Pont. ygwaith; M D. Jones, Mountain Ash; J. O. Jenkins, Mountain Ash; W. R. Jones, Pen- rhiwceiber; E. Evans, Briton Ferry; Lemi;el Jones, Goppa; Prof. D. Evans, Cardiff. Amongst the general public present were < Messrs. John Williams, D. E. Williams, T. Evans, D. Evans Corrin, Samuel Davies, Wm. Berace, David Thomas and Daniel Thomas Winders. The friends of Tabernacle Methodist Church, Resolven, provided refreshments for those who accompanied the funeral,
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BEDLINOG. DON'T FOINGET M. MORGAN & Co.'s Greaf Sale. Genuine bargains in millinery and blouses. Children's millinery, etc., half pricq to clear.—PARIS HOUSE, Dowlais.
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PONTLOTTYN. "GOOD WOMEN." At Bethlehem school- room, on Thursday morning, Miss E. Edwards, schoolmistress, read an able paper upon "Tha Good Women of the Bible." Several mgmbera complimented Miss Edwards, and it was sug- gested that further use should be made of the instructive paper. Mr. W Adams presided. GEOCER'S AFFAIRS.—At Merthyr County Court, on Thursday, Mr. Ellis Owen official receiver) applied for his Honour's approval to a scheme for payment to the creditors of 10s. in the £ in the matter of the estate of David J. Howells, grocer and provision merchant. Pontlottvn, against whom a receiving ordei was made, but who had not been adjudicated bankrupt. Mr. F. S. Simons, who appeared for the heaviest creditor, supported the appli- cation, and Mr. W. W. Meredith, representing the debtor, having handed over to the officia! receiver a cheque for tho amount required to cover the composition, his Honour gave his. assent.
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• Pontlottyn Coal Working Method. INJUNCTION CLAIM FAILS. "In my opinion the defendants have not acted in contravention of their covenant to work in a fair, proper, and workmanlika manner, and in the best manner adopted in the neighbourhood unless what they have done is in contravention of some other obligation on their part." This was one of the principal findings of Mr. Justice Parker in the Court of Chancery on Tuesday in the action Of Brewer v. Rhymney Iron Company. The plaintiff, owner of the Pontlottyn Es- tate, leased the mineral rights to the defendants, who had, he contended, not worked the mine in a fair, proper, and workmanlike manner,, and he claimed an injunction and damages. i His Lordship said he had come to the con"; elusion that the defendants had a right to letf down the surface provided that they paid com- pensation for any damage done, or any damage to the buildings. It was admitted that the usual mode adopted in the neighbourhood for working demised collieries was the long wall system, or a modification of the system known as the Barry system, and the plaintiff said thit wa3 the System that ought to have been fol- lowed. It was, however, proved at the trial that that method could not be adopted with-; out injuring the buildings at Pontlottyn. What the defendants had done was to work a; kind of pillar and stall system, and it was not contended that the pillars were in an improper shape or position. On the other hand, there was no satisfactory evidence that tho defendants had injured or endangered, or would injure or endanger, the houses or buildings on the surface. In his opinion the best method in the neighbourhood must be teken to mean the best possible under the circumstances having regard to the defendants' other obligations. His Lordship said he had come to the con4 elusion that the plaintiff had not made out hi4 case, and the action must be dismissed with, costs.
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RHYMNEY. FREE CHURCH C-OU-NCIL.-At a meeting of the- Frea Church Council on Tuesday evening, it was decided to publish a Free Church magazine in connection with the Free Churches of Rhym- ney and Pontlottyn. TEA MEETING.—A publio tea was held a4 Beulah Baptist Chapel on Monday evening, and notwithstanding the inclemency, of the weather, a very large number of people at^ tended and partook of the good things pro- vided. The arrangements were most complete, the provisions of excellent quality, and every- thing most satisfactory. "JOHN CALVIN.On Wednesday evening, at the vestry of Brynhyfryd Chapel, a large num- ber met to hoar an address by Mr. R. W. Jones, Pengam, on "John Calvin." The Rev, W. Jones presided. The speaker gave a most interesting address. He dealt with the history of John Calvin very minutely, and the greau work he accomplished. He also dealt very, effectively with the various critics of Calvin and Calvinism. On the motion of Mr. Benj. Jones, J.P., seconded by Mr. John Griffiths, a hearty vote of thanks was a<ocorded to Mr. Jones. NVonxmzpes Topicg.-A public meeting of workmen was held at the Workmen's Instituted on Tuesday evening to discuss (1) Labour r; presentation on publio bodies, and (2) the grant-, ing of relief to those in receipt, of old age, pensions. In referenoe to the first; matter, The, main question discussed was whether the" miners' agents should stand as candidates for seats on the County Councils Mr. Walter Lewis for Glamorgan, and Mr. Albert Thomas for the Monmouthshire Council. After oon. siderable discussion, it was decided by a large majority to approve of the agents becoming candidates as suggested. It was also decided to make no distinction in the granting of relief between those in receipt of poor relief and those in reclpt of old age pensions.
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Hind for his impartial attitude during the elections in abstaining from taking action on either side. Five new members were enrolleds MERCHED Y DE.-Very successful meeting were held at Hope Hall, on Friday last. Despite the inclement weather a large number attended the conference in the afternoon, which was presided over by Mrs. Thomas, Penywern, president of the local union. All the branches of the district had good and encouraging reports to present, and much enthusiasm was shown for the work. It was felt that the need for this work of rescuing the perishing was greater than ever. Drinking among women is greatly on the increase, but the Society is doing a little to try and stem the awful tide of immorality and drunkenness in the town and district. It was decided to keep in touch with women first offenders through the matron of the Rescue Home, who visit the policc court. At the pll blic meeting in the evening thcro was a good attendance. An excellent address was given by Mrs. W. Williams, Penrheolgerrig, on The efiects of alcohol on the body." Charts showing different organs of the body in their normal state and after taking alcohol illustrated the lecture. Solos were given by Miss Brownen Davies and party, Miss Lizzie Jones, Miss Eunice Evans, Miss S. G. Davies and recitations by Miss Gwladys Lewis, Miss Lily Paulette. A specially interesting feature was a dialogue by live sisters of the Caepanttywyll Branch. The chair was taken by ú's. Mann, president of the Town Branch. DEATH OF MES. JKREMY.;—We regret to record the death of Mrs. Margaret Jeremy, on January 25tii, at her residence, 60, Friern-road, East Dulwich, S.E. Mrs. Jeremy was taken ill in the early part of December with bronchial influenza, and was steadily recovering up to December 19th, when she had a relapse. She agani recovered slightly, but as no steady progress was being made. Dr. L. A. Smith, Cavendish-square, was called in to see her, in consultation with Dr. Clitherow. her medical attendant. Serious symptoms later developed, and despite the tender nursing of her daughter and nurse she passed peacefully away surrounded by all her family, at 3.4. a.m., Tuesday, January 25th. Mrs. Jeremy was the second daughter of the late Mr. William Jones Rowe, and was born at Molleston Farm, near Narberth, South Pembrokeshire, on December 12th, 1840. On her marriage to Mr. R. T. Jeremy she removed to Merthyr, and for many years lived at Albion House, Market-square, and prior to her leaving the town in 1898, for London, in Church-street, She was one of the oldest members of Hope Church, and her husband took an active interest in the church for many years prior to his death. The funeral arrived at Merthyr at 2.25 p.m., on Saturday, January 29th, and proceeded direct to Cefn. The mourners were :—Ethel, Harold and Digby Jeremy (children), Mr. E. Griffiths (stepson), Rev. H. Jeremy (Black- wood), Mr. T. Griffiths (Narberth), Mr. E. Griffiths (Tenby), Mr. R. Griffiths (Amroth), Mrs. T. Bowen Jones (Swansea),Miss Margaret Hughes, Mr. and Mrs. G. Hansard, Mr. G. Fleming, Mr. Lumley and Mr R. T. Jones, who had the arrangements in hand at Merthyr. The officiating ministers were the Rev. H. J. Hughes and Rev. J. M. Jones. Flowers were sent by :—Ethel, Harold a.nd Digby, Mrs. H. R Jeremy, Mrs. and Miss Williams (Plymouth), Mrs. Biggs (Neath), Mr. and Mrs. Biggs (Finch- ley), Misses M. and F. Lewis (Swansea), Mrs. Hughes and family (Merthyr), Mrs. T. Price Davies (Caerphilly), Mr. and Mrs. Griffiths Amroth).