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County Council Vacancy at Mountain Ash. On Monday the nomination of a county aouncillol" for the Duffryn Ward, Mountain 8h, to fill the vacancy caused by the elevation .»* Councillor William Jones to tie aldennanio ^ch, took plaoe. The only nomination was 'hat of Lord Aberdare, "who was elected un- opposed.

Mountain Ash District Council Election. °nlv contest in this area waf in the ^■bercynon Ward, where the retiring member, T. W. Jones, was opposed by Mr. William nkills, a. Labour candidate. Mr. Jones, how- was returned, the figures being as follow: Mr. T. W. Jones (Lib.) 645 Mr. William Jenkins (Lab.). 560 j- S3

Pretty Wedding at New Tredegar ROGERS—PHILLIPS. Great interest was observable at New Tre- degar, on Tuesday, in the wedding of Miss Mabel Louise Phillips, the youngest daugh- ter of Alderman and Mors, Nehemiah Phillips, of Brynsyfi, New Tredegar, and the Rev. R. S. Rogers, of Mountain Ash, but formerly of Zoar Chapel, Pontlottyn. The ceremony took place at Carmel Baptist Chapel, which had been beautifully decorated for the occasion under the supervision of'Mrs. W. Ridge. The principal feature of the decorations was the intertwining of ivy with daffodils, hyacinths, and lilies, which was very effective. Over the pulpit there was an inscriptipn wishing success to the bride and bridegroom. Long before the bridal party arrived, the church was al- llot. overcrowded, wilsil the street in the vicinity were also thronged with interested spectators. As the time for the arrival ap- proached, Mrs. James played some voluntaries on the organ, which were presently interrupted by the booming of guns and detonators on the railway. Shortly after eleven o'clock, the wed- ding party arrived, the whole congregation rising on the entry of the bride, leaning on the arm of her father. Prayer was offered by the Rev. R. Owen; a portion of Scripture was read by the Rev. D. H. Rees; and the' inaj-riage portion of the service was conducted by the Rev. J. Williams, who concluded with..prayer, after which the congregation joined in singing "The Voice that Breathed o'er Eden," At the close, the wedding party returned to Brynsyfi, where a reception was held; and later "in the dav the bride and bridegroom left for1 London. 'the wedding party consisted' of Alderman N. Phillips, J.P., father of the bride; Mr. and Mrs. Rogers, Llanelly; Rev. and Mrs. T. E. Phillips, Ceffnpennar; Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Rees, New Tredegar; Misses T. and R. Rogers; Miss Johns, Llanelly; Miss Jones, Preswylfa, Cardiff; Miss Miles, Blaenavon; Miss Davies, Blaenavon; Misses Francis, Llaiiidloes; Misses A. and H. Phillips, Blaenavon. The bride's dress consisted of cream poplin de chene trimmed with lace and silver, with a bridal veil and orange blossoms. She wore a 'pendant and carried a handsome bouquet, the gifts of the bridegroom. Miss Phillips, one of the bridesmaids, was dressed in old rose and silk, and Miss Rogers was dressed in pale silk. Each wore picture hats and wore gold brooches, and carried bouquets, the gifts of the bride- groom. Mra. Phillips, the mother of the bride, was attired in black crepe de chine, trimmed with lace and silver. The bridesmaids were Miss Phillips and Miss Rogers, sisters respectively of the bride and bridegroom. Mr. D. W, Jones, Llanelly, acted as best man. PRESENTS. Bride to bridegroom, gold chain; bridegroom, to bride, pearl and emerald brooch pendant and silver ana enamelled belt clasps; mother of bride, household linen and case of cutlery; father of bride, cheque; Miss Phillips (sister), dining room carpet; Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Phillips (brother and sister-in-law), cheque; Mr. and Mrs. W. N Rees (sister), pair of bronze figures and oil painting; Marion and Lilian (nieces), spirit kettle; Mr. Tom Rogers, Llanelly, cheque; Mr. and Mrs. Adams, silver- mounted preserve dish; Mr. and Mrs. Davies. Pwll, Llanelly, pair of photo frames; Mr. and Mrs. E. Dyer, drawing room clock and orna- ments; Mr. and Mrs. B. Davies, case of silver jam spoons; Mr. and Misses Davies, Blaenavon, silver inkstand; Mr. and Mrs. Tom A. Dyke, Cardiff, silver sugar sifter; Mr. and Mrs. W. Dredge, linen tablecloth; Mr. and Mrs. T. Edwavds, Carlton biscuit barrel; Mr. and Mrs. Gabriel, Tredegar, Chesville table cover; Mr. and Mrs. Greenbow, Bargoed, sil- ver-mounted fruit dish and spoony a friend, case of solid silver teaspoons and sugar and cream; Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Hall, Newport, vase and table centre; Mrs. Harris and family, Llanidloes, silver-mounted sardine dish; Mr. and Mrs. W. Jenkins, silver cake basket; Mrs. Jenkins, America, piano scarf; Mir. and Mrs. Jenkins, America, table centre; Mr. and Mrs. E. J Jones, America, silver meat and tomato server; Mr. and Mrs. Roberts, fancy slate fan on stand; Mrs. Rogers, tablecloth; Mr. and Mrs. F Wilcox, sohd silver flower stand; Mr. and Mrs. D. Williams, table centre; Mr. and Mrs. Watkins, Bargoed, rose bowl; Mrs. Williams and Miss Cullen, pair of vases and set of jugs; Messrs. Williams and Sons, silver cake basket; Rev. and Mrs. John Williams, Cardiff, pair of silver serviette rings; maids of Biynsyfi, case of carvers. There were also a large number of presents from Zoar Chapel, Pontlottyn.

Church Extension at Ynysybwl. PARISH AND MISSION ROOMS. Buildings are being erected by Christ Church, Ynysybwl, at a cost of £1,150 to serve the purposes of pariah and mission rooms. There was a, la;rgoEt gathering at the stone- laying ceremony last Thursday. A service was first held at Christ Church, after which the congregation, the eurplioed choir, and the clergy, marefced in prooession to the site of the new building. The Rev- T. E. Griffiths, vicar of Llanwonno parish, conducted the pro- ceedings, and stones were laid by Mrs. Washington David, The Glog; Misa Nancy G. Morgan, Gurnoa 1:IQ\J&t, per Dr. Herbert Whiteley; Miss Gwladys Edwards, Gilfach Glyd; Mrs. (Rev.) J. R. James, Bryngolwg; Miss Howard James, Cardigan; Mrs. Williams, Cribin Da Farm, per Mr. William Williams. Among those present were the Revs. D. T. Griffiths, Vicar of Llantrisant; J. S. Jones, vicar of Mountain Ash; J. R. Japaes, curate Christ Church, Ynysybwl; J. M. Raymond, Llaowouno; J. J- Davies, curate, Mountain Ash; Geo. Thomas, curate, Mountain Ash; Dr. W ashington David, The Gleg; Mr. George Evans, lay reader, Penygraig; the Rev. J. Ellison pastor, Zion English Baptist Church, Ynysybwl; Mr. Aram Richards, Cambrian House, Ynysybwl; Dr. White- ley. The new building haa been designed by Messrs* T. E. Richards and Kaye, architects, Pontypridd and Cardiff, and it ia in the Gothic style of architecture. The- upper floor will provide sittings for 400 persons, and the entrance to this portion of the building will be through two vestibules off the main road. The contractors are Mesra. Willia Bros., Ynysybwl. The late Vicar of Llanwonno (the v. T. Harris) did a great deal to mottsy for this scheme. The collections at the stone-laying ceremony realised JB55.

PENRHIWCEIBER. COKCERT.—On Friday evening a concert was held in Carmel Hall. Mr. David Davies, Cynon View, occupied the chair, and there was a fairly good attendance. Morgan Morgans opened with the song, Gwnewch bobpeth yn Nghym- reig," Hector Roberts then sang Angels, ever bright and fair." Mr. Morgan followed with an organ selection, and Mr. Jacob Richards sang" A son of the desert am I." Miss Lilian Davies recited The Nest," and Lizzie Davies sang "Myfi a Doli." After the usual votes of thanks the concert closed with the singing of Hen Wl&d fy u." MINEBS' MEETIKG.—A mass meeting of the workmen belonging to Messrs. Nixon's Cwm Cynon Colliery was held at the Institute, on Thursday afternoon, under the chairmanship of Mr. Thomas Morgan, when a report of the M.F.G.B. conference at thp Westminster Palace Hotel was given by Mr. John Picton, who attended the conference in conjunction with Mr. E.Morrell, agent for the Taff arid Cynon district of miners. The delegate dealt with the various clauses in the owners' proposals, and answered a number of questions. It was agreed that work should be continued until the 9th April, pending the result of the ballot. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the delegates, aad Mr. Picton attends the Cardiff (adjourned) conference, at the Cory Hall, on Saturday.

ABERCYNON. The MBBTHTK EDITION of the "Merthyr Ex. press" is opsale at Mrs. Richardsj Newsagent, Station-street, every Friday morning. SPECIAL SERVICES.—On Sunday special ser- vices were held at Moriah English Baptist Church, when sermons were delivered by the Rev. D. Pughe Bevan, Port Talbot. MINERS' MEETING STRONG PROTEST.—On Tuesday evening a large meeting of workmen was held at the Workmen's Hall. There were nearly 1,300 present. Mr. Wm. Jenkins gave a report of the conference held at Cardiff, and several questions arising from the same were asked and satisfactorily answered. Questions also arose respecting the conduct of the nine executive members who voted agamst putting into operation the 20th Rule, at the M.F.G.B. conference. The meeting passed a resolution strongly condemning the above nine members and instructed their secretary to move an amendment to the rules bearing upon the constitution of the executive, whereby ekecutive members will be elected by ballot through the whole of the coalfield, and not as at present be subordinate to the various districts tAey now represent. < T

SKATING RINK.—A private company to converting the Paintanas Hall, which has been used for a considerable time as a billiard room, into a skating rink. It is also announced that a skating rink will be erected at the rear of the Navigation HoteL MUSICAL SUCCESS.—Mr. John David Rees, son of Mr. Thomas Rees, Brynglas House, has succeeded in passing the musical examination (finaj) for G. & L.T.S.C. Mr. Rees is only 21 years of age, and appears to bo the youngest in Wales who has gained this distinction. He is a prominent member of the Berthlwyd Baptist Church Choir.

Organ Recital at Treharris. A successful musical evening was provided at Brynhyfryd Baptist Chapel, Treharris, on Thursday last, when an organ recital was given by Professor T. D. Edwards (organist and choirmaster), assisted by the following artistes —Soprano, Miss Bessie Jones, London; tenor, Mr. Ted Smith, Treharris; bass, Mr. Dan Richards, Brynmawr. The large gathering was presided over by his Worship the Mayor of Merthyr (Councillor F. T. James), who was accompanied by the Mayoress and their daughter. A capital programme of organ music was con- tributed, including compositions by ~rell-kiiown masters, as well as two original pieces by the organist himself. The feature of the evening was the performance of the Russian Patrol (Rubenstein). This piece opens with the echo of the drums iv, the distance, which gradually becomes louder ^d louder, giving a ~~CTV realistic effect. In- response to aji Professor Edward", gavcan equally .eali representation oi The Storm He also displayed i-ble skill and techniquo in his performance of S'iiomo Grand Chceur and Bach's Prelude and Fugue," which were exceeidngly .ell receded. Through. ill- ness Madame Mills-Reynolds was unable to attend, and her place was filled byiia3 Bessie Jones, Royal Academy of Music. Her rend- ering of "EtemeJ Love," by T. Edw ards, was exquisite, and fairly captivate*- trf; audience. Mr. Ted .Smith acquitted in his uual manner, and opened with Sou Alarm" (HarxLel) The solo, with o rgan accompaniment, war. aaely rendered, and h., performer eclip?ed v's previous efforts. j £ r. Dan Richards .appeared to TJe in his usual, entertaining manner, and was accorded Tin stinted applause for his rendering of Rerensro, j Timotheus Cries" (Handel), which was with dramatic effect. Appended is the programme:—fart I- Opening hymn, All hail the power of Jose's nameorgan solos, (a) Grand Chceur" '(Salome), (b) "Prelude and Fugue" (Bach).; Mr. T. D. Edwards, A.R.C.iL, F.T.S.C.; aris Sound an Alarm—Judas" (Handel), Mr, Ted Smith; song, Eternal Love" (T.D. Edwards), Miss Bfcssie Jones, R.C.M.; aria, Revenge, Timotheus Cries "—Alexander s Feast (Handel), Mr. W. Dan Richards, A.R.A.M.; organ solo, Introduction and Allegro (Han- j del), Mr. T. D. Edwards; organ solos, (a) Rural Scenes (Hoffman); Russian Patrol (Rubinstein), Mr. T. D. Edwards; song, Thou; art passing hen" (Sir A. Sullivan), Mr. W. Dan Richards; song, Yr Hyn a Caral fi" (T. D. Edwards), Miss Bessie Jones; duet, "Watchman What of the Night ? (J. Sarjeant), Messrs. Te-1 Smith and W. D. Richards; organ solos. Intermezzo Car- acteristiquo {b) Imp.tivvitai-f ix -:n Hyfrydol (T. D. Edwards), Tin <• roc*so; -ong, "Hen Gadair Freiohiau fy m" ^Owfn). Mr. Ted Smith organ solo. "Hallelujah Chorus "— Messiah (Hanedl), Mr.T. D. Edwaiou. The Mayor, at the close of the in reply to a vote of thanks moved -ij- the Rev.. W. Jones, and seconded by Council' William Jones, said he was always pleastd to take a part in any object that would hnefit the people in the borough of Merthyr, and it gave him very great pleasure to come down that night and preside over such an excellent enter- tainment. The Mayor also, during the pro- ceedings, referred to the prospect of Treharris having a public park, and promised to do all he could to further the project. He congrat- ulated Treharris ht possessing such able men as their present representatives on the Council, all of whom, he said, displayed great intelli- gence and ability.

HIRWAIN. TBUNIS.—It is stated that the members of i the Hirwain Tennis Club have decided to purchase new racquets, and that most ;of the old members intend to play. FOOTBAIA.—An Association match was played on Carter's Field, on Saturday last, between Old Crocks" and Brickworks Rovers," and resulted in a win for the latter, by one goal to nil. RAMOTH Y.P.S.—The members of this sooiety met together on Wednesday evening last, when an excellent paper was read by Mr. ^avi^ Thomas on The Dawn of the Reformation. The following commented upon the interesting paperMessrs. R. Evans, J. Davies Rees M. Davies. Mr. A. Watkins (G. & L,), the chairman, also spoke. the last monthly meet- ing for men held in connection with the St. Lleurwg's Bible Class, an interesting paper was read by Mr. Morgan D. Johnson, on the subject, One reason why I am a Churchman." The following took part in the discussion which followed, viz. :—Messrs. Dan Rees, J. Hinch. cliffe and the Rev. D. J. Arthur. A vote of thanks was proposed by Mr. Arthur to the reader, and this was seconded by Mr. D. J. Davies. QUARTERLY MEETING.—At Zion English Baptist Sunday School quarterly meetings were held on Sunday, when there was but a small attendance. Those who attended were well compensated with a splendid programme rendered by the members. The following took partMiss Nellie Jones, Mr. E. J. Davies, Miss E. Brock, Mr. Sid. Barrett, Miss A. Pearce. Mr. H. Haman, Miss L. Boore and Mr. Jack Evans. The meeting was presided over by Mr. Price, superintendent, and Miss E. Morgan was the organist. GUARDIANS ELECTION.—After the result of the polling for the Merthyr Board of Guardian election became known Mr. Jones, who headed the poll for the Llwydcoed Ward, spoke to a large gathering at the Kendon-square. He thanked the electors for the honour bestowed upon him. He said he had had a very hearty welcome in all parts of the ward, and they had shown good spirit in helping Hirwain to have a representative on the Guardians. He would repay them all bv looking after the interests of Trecynon, Cwmdare, Llwydcoed and Hirwain. He would endeavour to merit the confidence placed in him by looking well after the poor as well as endeavour to keep the rates down. ST. LLEURWG'S.-—The annual Easter Vestry meeting was held on Thursday last. The Rev. Joseph Morgan presided over a fair attendance. The Church accounts presented were most satisfactory, showing a. slight balance in hand after wiping off the debt on the new organ chamber. Mr. George Jones was again unani- mously elected the people's worden, and Mr. George Bishop was appointed Vicars warden. The following were elected sidesmen:—Messrs. T. Edwards, J. Shannon, W. G. Rogers, Dan Rees, W. J. Coloman, Gwyn Davies, John Lewis, John John, John Howells and David Jones. Votes of thanks were extended to the outgoing sidesmen, the organist, and the ladies who undertook to provide flowers for the decorations. "RHYS LEWIS."—Two performances of the popular Welsh drama, Rhys Le^is (Daniel Owen) were given at the Victoria Hall, on Thursday and Saturday evenings, by the Rhys Lewis Dramatic Society," Hirwain. The ChairJbn were Mr. Owen George and Mr. H. H. Evans (Cwmdare). The Chief characters were taken by the following •—Rhys Lewis, Mr. Rees D. Davies; Robert Lewis (father), Mr. J. Renowden; Mari Lewis (mother), Miss Ceinwen Evans; Bob Lewis (brother), Mr. Rees W. Jones; James (uncle), Mr. T. W. Morgan; Will Bryan, Mr. David Williams; Robin (the soldier), Mr. W. D. James; Mr. Brown (parson), Mr. T. F. Jones; Thomas Bartley, Mr. D. James; Barbara (wife), Mrs. L. M. Jones' John Powell, Mr. W. R. Jones; Mr. Hughes (minister), Mr. W. J. Jenkins; Abel Hughes, Mr. D. Powell; Marged Pittars, Miss M. A. Jones; Suss, Miss Ceinwen Evans; Sergeant Williams, Mr. John Davies; school children, Masters Rees Evans, J. Morris, J. J. Dymond, Trevor Evans, W. Richards, T. Jenkins, S. Hopkins, and John James; stage manager, Mr. David Williams. The accompanists were Miss Mary Davies and Mr. E. J. Davies. The hall was crowded on both nights, and the perfor- mances went through without a hitch. Owing to the illness of Mrs. L. A- Jones, who was to have taken the part of Mari Lewis," a sub- stitute was required, and one was found in Miss Ceinwen Evans, who went through her part admirably. Thomas Bartley was also well personated by Mr. Dl. Jones, who kept the audience roaring with laughter. Mr. Rees DI. Davies, as Rhys Lewis, was also all that could bo desired. The proceeds were in aid of Mr. Evan Davies, Cynon-terrace, Hirwain, who has been in ill-health for years, and it is antici- pated that a good sum wiU be realised.

EBBW VALE. MRS. DROWN, 22, Commercial-road, Ebbw Vale, Mon., writing on 24th February, 1910. says:—"I can praise Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa vory highly. I used it before I was married, and altogether about seven years, and have found it very sustaining." Vi-Cocoa is wel- comed 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 ago. Dr. Tibbie's Vi-Cocoa. will* in fact, give tone and vigour to every organ i in the body, and at the same time wiil build I up the whole constitution in a way that has; never been done beio-o. You can easily put; these ciaiars to the test orsaii-as bare done this and boeu ;he resaiw. grocw Hi M-'iO'i.lSt j ■ i

-L- DOWLAIS. IF YOU HAVE DEFECTIVE ETEGIGET, tonsnlt tho most experienced Kycsitlrif. Testing Expert in Mer- thyr. Mr. HENRT M LLOYD, Ophthalmic Optician and Chemist, Merthyr iojipaaiiie Market doors). "'WESTERN MAIL" MUSICAI. SCHOLARSHIP.— Will all those int-erT"StJ"¡r in tlw ,e.r,(Liriature of Miss Annio Reps, Dowtais, 42nd all the, final coupons, No. !2, ito- the Sacpetary, D. B. Evans, 40 Bronhoulo#, Penydarren, battoro April 18th, 1910. As tt, s OOUDOn ends the com- petition, it is hop^d a prca-t eiTort will 1>3 mado to obtain overy ^v^ilablo coupon. THF POSSRBN.FTTES AND PROBABILTTITS. — It will be well Ic,, .>* by the time thpso lines are perused by our readers that the colliers' strike is not to bp. and numerous expressions of thankfulness will be nia;de -w• tho final rr- r.ult is decldnThe figures m f- ? fmblishcd ■vre well on the side pf sensible negotiation?, Messrs. T, S. Davids an'' Dowlais 'r-oer*?, congratulate avery tiie happy Now it is ex^jccte J good trade will -(ner,-p ii. • "y bratach of industry, and the -öJJt.("Md anxiety'^ill •'•havfe d«pA -.od. DAVTES, 19, Dowlai?, r2fcn., writ Ii? on ''thd.' '23rd FVbmary, 1910, cays Our i imily have used Htr. Tibbies'; "7i-Cocoa for many years, ever, <hy. We fouml always good, and the] best that we can ha\^?i be satisfied with boin;» <l Pretty weJ0»[ think you." Vi-Cor,.pa. will • you to say, •?-.j first rate. Chief amung foods is the ■yyr recognised national beverage, Dr; Tibbies' 7 i-Cocoa, which is. or should be, found on the .,reakfr.st,dinn(,r and t^a taibles of every well- ■"egxdated family. Dr. -Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa in tova and country. will be found the most nelpful commodity, in ev ry home, it is so easily :nade. It is so modefafc, in price, Gd a packet, •wat to rich and poor,alike i i. has proved a national boon. DOWLAIS LITERARY SOCIETY.—The last nFt-- inof the session was held at tl)e Dowlais J brakry last Friday. A "Mock Trial'' was orig- inally intended to have t aken place, but it has been postponed until the commencement of next session. The evening was consequently d- ^ted to a few miscellaneous leadings, and ex- :icnt contributions were given by Messrs. H. Ll;, Jen- kins, W. J. Canton, D. LI. Jones, end S. H. Watkins, the litter's selections from Tennyson being esr»»ciaHy instructive. Judging from the enthusiasm of the members, and the splendid attendances which have been maintained throughout the winter, it is evident that thero was a need for such a society in the town, and there is every prospect of the next ?es3ion being more successful (if this is possi- ble) than the first. An outing is being arrang- cd +° take place at Gilwcm on the 18th June, .vhen it is hoped all the members will join in ■>. pleasant ramble at th« delightful spot. SINGING: FESTIVAL.—The annual gatrpering of the choriterrs of the different Welsh Baptist churches of Dowlaia and Penydarren met at Gwernllwyn Chapel (kiudly lent for the occa- sion) on Tuesday. The afternoon meeting was Presided over by the Rev. D. C. Griffifcha, Moriah, who, in his opening remarks, em- phasised the prominent pa-rt the a-rt of music held in the religious gatherings of the Jewish nation. Then the following tunes were sung; —"Whitburn." 1.St. Catherine." "Blaenoefn," "I/oeds, "Ashgrove," "Rutherford"; anthem, 'Clouni Mwvn"' (composed by th»» conductor); ''■Gogrerddan." "Olewydden": aiithem, "O'th Jaen, O Dduw" (by J. G. Williams. Mr. E. Thomas, Caer?alem, gave & r- <<Ar,ion. The Rev. J. M. Huglhes, EHm, occupied the chair at the evening servioe, and the tunes sung were: ^'Greenfield, "lienox." "Ynys Owen," "Galicia," "HoUuigside," "Clywch Hyfrydlais yr Iesu," 'Rha-i Ras," "Builtli"; ttlso the two anthems previously 3ung. Soles were rendered by Air. T. D. Morgan, Hebron, and Miss Annie Rees, Caersalem. Mr. T. D. Morgan (organist of Gwernllwvn) presided at the organ, and was complimented for the efficient manner in which he executed his part. Tlw conductor was Mr. D. Thomas, F.T.S.C., Dinag Cross, Pembroke. The conductors responsible for the preparatory work in the various churches were: Caeraalem, Mr. Fred Hier; Hebron, Mr. T. Iliil; Elim, Mr. T. Rees; Moriah, Mr. David Jones. The officials of the Festival Committee were: Presi- dents, Revs. D. C. Griffiths, Moriah, and J. B. Jones, Caersalem; treasurer, Mr. D. Thomas, Elim; secretary, Mr. T, EL Hill, Muriel-terrace, Dowlais. CONCERT.—On Tuesday evening a miscellan- eous concert was held in Caersaiem Chapel, at which & very good audience foregathered. The artistes were: Soprano, Miss Annie Rees, Dowlais; contralto, Miss Lizzie Davies, Tony- pandy; tenor, Mr. Tom Phillips, Dowlais; bari- tone, Mr W Morgan, Dowlai6; eolo pianist, Miss Magfrie Gething, A.L.C.M., Pontypridd; aocompan: 'ts, MT. J. Rhys Morgan, Dowlais. The chair was occupied by Councillor Isaao Ed- wards (Deputy Mayor). Appended is the pro- gramme Song, "Yeoman's Wadding March," Mr. W. Morgan (enoored); song, "II Bacio," Miss Anpie PoW; song, "Joyous Life," Miss Lizzie Davies; pianoforte selection, "Massa's in the cold, cold ground," Miss Maggie Geth- ing, A.L.C.M. (encored); song, "My heart hath its-love" (E. T. Davies, F.R.C.O.), Mias Annie Rees; solo, "Come unto Me," Mr. Tom Phil- lips (encored); duett, "Over the Hawthorn Hedgè" Misses Rees and Davies (vociferously encored); pianoforte selection, "Sonata No. 3," Miss Geihing; song, "Thora," Mr. W. Mor- gan; duett, "Blessed are they," Miss Rees and Mr. Phillips; song, "Iloft Wlad fy Ngenedig- aeth," Miss Davies (enoored); song, "0 na byddai'n haf o ihyd," Misa Rees; quartette, "A Regular Royal. Queen," Misses Rees and Da- vies, Messrs. Phillips and Morgan; finale, "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." At the commencement of the concert, the Chairman announced that no encores would be granted for Miss Rees, as she was singing six times according to the pro- gramme, which he thought was quite enough for one night; but despite-that, the duett with Miss Davies was so vociferously demanded that it had to be repeated. Votes of thanks, were ao- corded the chairman, the artistes, and the com- mittee for providing such a rare treat, on the proposition of the Rev. J, B. Jones, seconded by Mr. F. EL Condie. Palms and other plants were kindly lent by Dr. Cresswell, J.P., and the platform was beautifully decorated by Mr. W. J. Thomas (of Messrs. J. S. Davies and Co., drapers, Dowlais). The whole of the ar- rangements were in the hands of the commit- tee, of whom the Rev. J. B. Jones, of Caer- salem, was chairman; Mr. A. Perivins, vice- chairman Mr. A. J. Lewis, treasurer?- and Mr. J. Edwards, Urban-street, secretary.,

Mass Meeting of Dowlais Miners. A very largely attended meeting of colliers —day and night men—was held in the Oddfel- lows' Hall, Dowlais, on Thursday morning, and hundreds were unable to gain admission. The press was excluded. Mt. Alfred Williams, the president of the local branch, was in the chair, &nd he was supported by Conn. John Davies, miners' agent; Mr. T. Jenkins, district sec- retary, and others. Coun. Davies having ex- plained the position of matters, the voting was declared to pe as follows:—« For the agreement 2",614 Against the agreement 689 Majority for the agreement 3,925 These are the returns from the Dowlais dis- trict of the S.W.M.F., which consists of thirteen lodges. It was resolved that the agent be au- thorised to sign the agreement to-day (Friday) if he is satisfied with the conditions. A number of colliers having been thrown oat of work ai the Fochriw and Bedlinog Collieries of Messrs. Guest, Keen and Nettlefolds, Ltd., and having served their notices six weeks ago, it was resolved that a levy of sixpence per man per month bo made towards the support of the members of the Federation. A vote of thanks was passed to Mr. Will Stone for his allowing the .meeting to be held in the hall.

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Grand Concert at the Drill Hall, I Merthyr. I On Tcnr-cda? i-ight a grand concert, was J given at the Drill Hall by the Dowlais Male Voice Choir (first-prize winners at the Royal National Eisteddfod held in London last year), conducted by Mr. W. J. Watkins, F.R.C.O., L R.A.M-J assisted by Madame Gleeson-White (soprano), Prima, Donna of the Royal English t Opera Co., Covent Garden, and the famous baritone, Mr. Charles Tree, of the London Symphony Concerts, etc. The hall was filled from front to back with a most appreciative enoe. The concert was opened by the Choir with the chorus, "Song of the North- men" (J. H. Maunders). This was rendered with splendid descriptive power. The Choir was in excellent tone. the voices clear and re- sonant, the parts well balanced, and held ad- mirably in hand by the conductor. The per- formance was a musical treat, which evoked enthusiastic applause. Mr. Chas. Tree followed witfou '*w& SOftg, "Der Doppelganger' tlla. ever popufeif "Nofi^^iu.! pieces o^«vr^fy different character, which enabled Mr. Tree to exhibit i; the wide range of his vocal power and artistic Abilities, and at once'establish a* hold upon the I ^audience. It- if as his first appearance in Mer- -thyr, but jhis magnificent voice, and power- ful, and capable of almost nny effort. produoed a deep impression, and made favourite. He was repeatedly encored, and responded with "I have no Song." Madame Gleeson- Whita came next and sang, "0, Divine Re- deemer" '(Gounod) very artistically, and was loudly applauded. It was not a piece to en- able the artiste to create a strong first impres- sion upon a mixed audience, but she soon found her opportunities in the items that followed, and was"heard with delight. Next, two choruses were rendered by the Choir with ma.g- nifioent expression and precision, "Marching Along" and "Boot and Saxidle," both by Granville :Bantock_ Just at this moment of conflict between the two Houses of Parliament there was an odd mixture of sensations in lis- tening to some of the words of the first chorus— "Hampden to hell, and his obsequies' knell Servo Hazelrig, Fiennes, and young Harry as well." and ♦Then God for King Charles! Pym and his snarls, To the Devil that pricks on such pestilent carles 1" Of course, there was nothing political in the selection of the pieoes, which went with a swing that elicited rapturous encore, and in response, "Boot and Saddle" was repeat- ed Mr. Tree followed with two charm- ing songs, "I knew" ((Guy O'Hardelot) and "Woo thou thy snowflake" (Sullivan)* in both of wlLich his magnilloent voioe and true artistic rendering excited unbounded admiration, and there wa.3 another encore, but 3ao did not re- spond. Madame Gleeson-White followed with an Italian song. which gave her an opportunity to exhibit her really fine voioe, its power, sweetness, and flexibility. She was loudly en- cored, and responded. The choir afterwards gave a beautiful rendering of Mr. Harry Evans's arrangement of "Gwenith Gwvn" and the "Hymn before Action" (Walford Davies), which was sung with a. martial fire and ex- pression that oarried the audience by storm. Part Second was opened by the choir with Ambrose Thomas's lovely descriptive chorus, "The Tyrol," in which they sang with a deli- cacy of feeling in the softer parts, and a power of declamation in the stronger ones that ex- hibited the training of a master hand, and at the conclusion an encore was demanded, and the audienoe would not be denied. The latter portion of the chorus was repeated in the same skilful manner. Madame Gleeeon-White next rendered two songs, "Celia's Harbour" and "Apnl Song,"and was again encored. Mr. Tree followed with "Gray Days," a charming morceau, and "Young Tom 0' Devon," a song which demonstrated that he waa as much at home with humour as with sentiment, and an irresistible encore ensued to which he kindly responded with a. delightfully funny song. Madame Gleeson-White then sang "Because" (Cowen) and "A Birthday" by the same com- poser, and in both strengthened the good im- pression already created. There was an encore to which she responded with "Cherry Ripe." Mr. Tree afterwards sang a humorous song, "Dumbledum Day," and by this time the aud- ience let him know that they were determined to have another encore, and yet another, to both of which he generously responded. We may safely say that Mr. Tree will always bo one of the most welcome^ musical artistes to visit Merthyr. The choir finished the pro- gramme with, a. magnificent rendering of Elgar's grand chorus, "The Reveille, the words being by Bret Harte. 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TROEDYRHtW. » CARMEL.—Special services were held at Carmel Baptist Chapel, on Sunday last, at which Miss Ellen Williams, of London (lady preacher), delivered three excellent sermons. Large con- gregations attended the services. RECEIVING ORDER.—A receiving order has been made against George King, trading at G. King and Son, 31, Bridge-street, Troedyrhiw, grocer and butcher. CHAMBER OF TRADE.—The monthly meeting was held on Thesday night, at Morgan's, Bridge-street. Mr. Daniel Davies, president, presided over a good attendance. The secretary (Mr. W. Adams) read letters acknowledging receipt of resolutions from Mr. JC. W. Upstone, divisional superintendent of the Great Western Railway Co., at Pontypool-road, re fortnightly tickets to the North, on Mondays, and the improvement of the entrance to the motor halt, at Troedyrhiw, promising that the matters should receive immediate attention.—The secre- tary also read a letter from Mr. Isaac Edwards, o fDowlais, hon. sec. of the Federated Chambers of Trade, stating that the half-yearly meeting of the Federation will be held on Thursday, 5th o fMay, 1&10, and that any matter for discussion should be sent to him as early as possible.—A long discussion took place on the need of a railway station in place of the present motor halt on the Great Western and Rhymney Joint Railway at Troedyrhiw. It was generally felt that the number of passengers using the present halt was sufficient to justify the two companies in building a station.—Mr. F. James proposed, and Mr. J. D. Jones seconded, that the Chamber again petition the Great Western and Rhymney Railway Companies to erect a railway station, and that the secretary be instructed to send a copy of the resolution to Mr. Isaac Edwards, asking him to place same upon the agenda for discussion at the next half-yearly meeting of the Federated Chambers.—Mr. G. Brynmor Jones, one of the auditors, stated that he had, in company with Mr. DL Davies, audited the accounts of the Chamber, and found all correct. —Rev. P. Williams proposed, and Mr. L. G. Tiley seconded a hearty vote of thanks to the auditors.—Several notices of motion were given for next meeting. EISTEDDFOD.—A very successful Eisteddfod was held in connection with Nazareth C.M. Chapel at the St. John's Ha.ll on Monday last. The competitions were keenly contested, and often the adjudicators' task was a hard one. The officials were as follow:—Chairman: Mrs. M. A. Edmunds, Plasycoed; conductor, Mr. David Isaac, M.E., Troedyrhiw; adjudicators- music, Mr. W. O. Jones, U.C.W., Merthyr; poetry, recitations, etax, Rev. R. Roberts, Cwmbach; needlework and fancy work, Miss Hughes, Merthyr, and Miss Kate Jones, Troed- yrhiw; drawing, Mr. J. P. Isaac, Troedyrhiw; ambulance, Dr. Ryce, M.D., Abercanaid; min- ing, Mr. D. Francis, M.E.; accompanists, Miss K. L. Thomas, Merthyr Vale; treasurer, M1:. Evan Davies; and secretaries, Messrs. Edward Morgan and Edward Roberts. Awards:—Recit- ation (under 10 veers), "Bob amser r or (Beren): 1, Bess: 3 Francis, Troedyrhiw; 2, Megan Owen, Abercanaid; 3, Maldwyn Wil- liams, Abercanaid; 4, Eurwen v\ ulianis. Aber- canaid. Solo for boys und 16: 1, Frajik G-um- ville, Troedyrhiw, Recitation (under 12): 1, R. H. Rees, Aboroanaid; 2, Olwen Lewis, Troedyrhiw. Solo for girls under 16: Olwen Lewis, Troedyrhiw. Best twelve questions on the 1st Epistle to St. John 1, "1(\n.AAthraw," whose name did not transpire. Pianoforte solo: W Charles Walters, Treharris. Best parr of d'oyleys: Mrs. Charles Jones, Troedyrhiw. Best knitted stockings: 1. Mrs. W. Evans, Cafn: 2, divided beftween Mrs. Charles Jones and Mrs. Ellis Jones, Troedyrhiw. Contralto solo Miss Myfanwy Skym, Abercanaad. Best writing of the 100th Psalm for children under 12 years: 1, Maggie Jones; 2, T. J. Edwards; 3, D. Rowlands. Duett (under 12 years): Misaes Olwen Lewis and M. A. Thomas, Troedyrhiw. Prize bags: 1, Mrs. T. Jones 2, Miss A. Maud Lewis, Troedyrhiw. Tie: Mrs. Charles Jones. Troedyrhiw. Ambulance work: L Mr. F. Hanscombe, Troedyrhiw; 2, Mr. D. W. Jones, Abercanaid. Recitation (under 16): Winnie Williams, Abercanaid. Hand-drawing (under 12), "The Tulip": Alun Owen, Abercanaid. Hand drawing (under 10): 1, Winnie Williams, Abercanaid: 2, Penry Davies, Troedyrhiw. Soprano solo: Madam Grocutt Thomas, Aber- canaid. Base eolo: Mr. J. Owen, Treharris. Stanza, (engiyn), "Pont-y-rhun": "Cadiwgan," whose name did not transpire. Tern verses to the Right Hon. D. Lloyd George: 1, Mr. J. T. Evans (Caswallon), Cefncoedycymmer. Essay: Mr. Charles Jones, Troedyrhiw. Recitation, y mar yn aeisio diano qfi- Mr. J. Thomas, Merthyr Vale. Doett, "Arwr Cymru Fydd": Mr. Lewis Jones and friend, Merthyr. t Chief choral, mixed, not less-than 25 voices, (a) "Adgyfodiad" (D. Emlvn Eans, (b) "Dies f Irae'' (Dr. Parry); prize, £ 5, with inkstand to Tconducted ot succasshii choir: Winners, Beth- csda Glee- Singers- Tenor euk,; T. Jones, 5 Merthyr; E»ri.v> ;i

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ABERCANAID. OBITUARY.—Mr. Ben Davies, landlord of the Colliers' Arms, Abercanaid, was buried last week, at Aberfan cemetery. Deceased had resided in Abercanaid for many years. He was a native of Troedyrhiw, and leaves a widow and grown-up children. EASTER VESTRY MEETING.—At the annual, vestry meeting at St. Peter's Church, the following appointments were. made :—Mr. N. F. Hankey, vicar's warden; Mr. Thomas Brown, re-elected as people's warden; Messrs. C. M. Green,*Tom Hooper (Pentrebach) were elected sidesmen. The Church is at present in a flourish- ing state. VILLAGE Lrr BY GAS.—For many years Aber- canaid was without any street lighting. Paraffin lamps were first introduced, and a few years later electric light was introduced, being supplied from the EMPs Plymouth Company. Abercanaid. was one of the first villages in the United Kingdom to be lighted, by electricity. At the end of March gas. was introduced, and the inhabitants are enjoying plenty of light, the lamps now in use being of an up-to-date kind. ANNIVERSARY SERVICES.—The anniversary services in connection with the Demi Baptist Chapel, took place on Sunday and Monday last. The Rev. W. Rowland Jones, Tabernacle, Merthyr, and the Rev. David Davies, Blaen- gwynfi, officiated. The Rev. David Davies is the son of Mr. John Davies, senior deacon of Demi Chapel. There were large congregations and the preaching was of a very high order. The singing was excellent, under the conductorship of Mr. Ben Davies, the precentor. Mr. D. W. Jones was organist and gave-some fine selections of music during the services. Collections were fairly good, considering the unsettled state of the coal trade. -=

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MERTHYR POLICE COURT. FRIDAY.—Before Sir T. Alaxchant William* (Stipendiary), Mr. John Evans (Iscoed), Mr. J. Plows, and Dr. J. L. W. Ward. HOESE UNATTENDED. Jaxaes. Brown, ot Quaker's Yard, for leaving a horse unattended at High-street., Bedlinog, was lined 5s. aof costs. DEAB FIGHTS.—John Morgan and Williaal Morgan, summoned for fighting in John-stree^. Georgetown, Merthyr, on March 15th, went fined 40s. and costs each. John Leary and Eugene Sullivan, for fighting at ^beyian, were mulcted in a. similar peahalty.. ON SUNDAX,—J ames Roberts, of Fa-ntywaun. was fined 10s. and costs for being drunk ana disorderly at Buteiown on Sunday, 27th. March. RULING PASSION.—James Clark and .Evan J. Edward, youths,* were summoned for playing football at Pant-road, Dowlais, on larch 17t14 —The Stipendiary said it- was dangerous for horses, and fined defendants 5s. cadi. THE FAT WOMAN.—Ja.mes Bennett, the occu- pier of 8. "show'' in a shop in High-street, the show including a fat woman, was summoned for obstructing the street by causing a crowd to collect outside the "siiow" on Saturday night.-Liefendant said he would give up the show and go away.—The Stipendiary: And the fat woman?—Defendant: Yes (laught,-X).Sti. pendiary: Then pay costs and go away. CAUTION TO MILK VENDORS. Mary Ann Prof-hcroo, jnilk vendor, Caepant- t,ywyll" summoned at the iiistanro o the Corporation for di&abeying the Darr.vas, Ckw- sheet., and Milkshops Order by neglecting to cover milk cans when in the streyt.—Mr. Twigg (from the Town Clerk's office) prosecuted.—In- spector Thomas said the defendant carried tine of milk with covers off. He had frequently. warned the defendant.—Dx Duncan, medical offioer of health, said that in a place like Mer- thyr, where was so much dust, the milk, if ex- posed in this way, became contaminated and got very dirty. The death rate ahlong infanta was high. The Corporation officials had re-, peatedly warned the defendant, who was fre*, quently seen carrying the covers of the-cams in her hand.—The Stipendiary said that this time! he would inflict a fine of 10s. and costs. If de- fendant was again summoned, she -ou}clha..v to pay the maximum penalty oi£5 and. ousts. TTESDAT.—Before Sir T. Marchant Willia,mi\ (Stipendiary), Mr. John Evans, and M. A. WJ Houlson. 4 THE DaiNr,Richaxcl Davies was summonecJ for being drunk at the Morlais Castle Innf Merthyr, on Friday.—Defendant denied that offence, and the case was adjourned for a weaij as the polioe were away at Quarter Session& Thomas Ryan was summoned for being drnnJf and assaulting James Baldwin, the landlord of the Owain Glyndwr Inn, Dowl^ie.—The land4 lord did not appear, and the (second summon* was dismissed. For being drunk a fine of J0s>, and costs was imposed, HIS FAMILY.—Thomas James Morgan, oak lier, Beahnog, who did not appear, was order* ed to be arrested and sent to prison for, month for not supporting his wife and fives children. ON THE RAXES.—Thomas Hughes, who iA working in the Penydarren Brickyard, wag -charged with running away and leaving hi* wife and four children chargeable to the poor; rate.—He was told to repay the cost of main* tenance, or go to prison for a month. ASSAULT.—Austin Martin, William Harris} and Rebecca Clark, living at P-erttwyn. were' summoned for assaulting Elvira Curniore. mar-i ried woman, also of Pentwyn, on Saturday.— Mr. F. P. Charles was for complainant.—Th^f evidence showed that the. parties had been oa^ unfriendly terms, and the complainant alleged; that the men assaulted her and the woJnan: urged them on.—Dr. Dunbar, Treharris, said the woman was severely bruised about the facaj and body, and Aie of her teeth was knocked out.—Harris was Shed 25 and costs, Martin 40s.. and costs, and Clark 20s. and costs, or month's imprisonment. LANDLORD ASSAULTED. — Dd. James Evaoi was charged with refusing to quit the Red Bull Inn, Caeharris, Dowlais, and also yriih, assaulting James Rogers, the landlord, the left side of whose face was discoloured.—Mr. F. P. Charles was for the complainant, who said that he refused to allow the man into tha house as he was drunk. < Defendant then as. saulted him, blackening his left eye and cheek* —Defendant was fined 20s. and costs for refus* ing to quit, and 40s. and costs for the assault, or a month's imprisonmeEit. I TREBLARRIS GROCER'S ASSISTANT JN TROUBLE. | Gordon Fredk. Edwards, grocer's assistant. Treharris, was charged with embezzling monies belonging to his employer, David John Williams, grocer, Treharris. — Mr., W. w. Meredith appeared to prosecute.-Afteo formal evidence, sliowihg that aeeused was ar- rested at Pontypridd, he vtae remanded till Friday, A MERTHYR RUFFIAN John Sullivan was charged with wo-anding Anthony Davies, whose left eye was blackened and bandaged, and who lives at Jones's Court, Merthyr, dn Satu_rday ni-hi.-The charge waa reduced to one of assault.—Complainant said he had left the Adam and Eve Inn on Satur- day night. when he was struck by someone, and he saw the defendant run away. His eye was cut. He did not know why the defendant should have struck him. He denied kicking that defendant on the nose.—Bathoiomcw Lewis said he saw the defendant strike tl-ie bidw with, a poker, and run away, after handing the pokes, to his missus.—Daniel Lewis corroborated.—; For the defonce, defendant, whose nose was plastered, said a row occurred on Easter Mon" day, and he was kicked, two stitches having to be put into his nose— Edward Morgan and Catherine Sullivan gave evidence. The Stipen- diary said the defendant was a ruffiag, and sent him to prison for six weeks. jjE KING'S ARMS HOTEL, M *kSR\ Lincoln Reecb. barrister. appliez, fop a; protection order in the case of the Kind's Armà' Hotel, Highrstreet,. Merthyr. He explained that the present licensee was in arrear with hi4 rent, and a High Court action was pending to reoover possession under the terms of the lease. With a knowledge of that fact the li- censee closed the house on the day before Good Friday, and it had remained closed since. As soon as possible application was made to a judge in London for the .appointment of & receiver of the licence and of the profits, cf the business, and Mr. Emanuel, an ex-police pffieer,, was appointed. He sow .aslsedv that .theiiceucs Liiioald 'be transferred to Mr. .The police asked for further time to make inquiiiesa: aj^J&sffiplig^toa wag pdjoura^ till ivkis.v„ .¡ .->t.

CEFN COED. A ROGTTE AND A VAGABOND.—At Brecon Quarter Sessions, on Tuesday, William Jones (38), labourer, was indicted for indecency Bit Cefn, on January 19th. For this offence the Cefn Justices had sentenced prisoner as an incorrigible rogue and vagabond (he having been previously convicted as a rogue and vagabond) to imprisonment with hard labour until the Quarter Sessions, prisoner to be then I further dealt with according to law. Prisoner pleaded not guilty. The case was heard before I the Chairman without a jury, Mr. Maclure Phillips, solicitor, Merthyr, being for the II prosecution. Prisoner' was sentenced to 12 months' imprisonment, with hard labt TABOR CTTA ia.-An enjoyable evening was spent at the above place by the members of ¡ the Band of Hope, on Monday, when excellent lantern slides of Uncle Tom's Cabin" were shown. The slides were cleverly handled by Mr. Ahm Williams, and the lecture was delivered by Mr. Richard Thomas vans. About half-way through the series of slides a song entitled Shall we meet on that beautiful shore was illustrated on the screen, and was feelingly gnng by Mr. Rees Howell Jenkins, the audience joining in the chorus. Near the end another song, entitled "Safe in the hands «f Jesus," was shown, and sung by Miss Edith Evans, the audience again joining in the chorus. A word of praise is due to Miss Bessie Evans and Mr. Alun Williams, for the excellent way in which they carried out the arrangements. OBITUARY.—We have to announce the death of Mrs. Jane Jones, wife. of Mr. Stephen Jones ) (Stephanos), 2, Cilsanws Cottages, which took place suddenly and under distressing circum- stances, at the age of 38 years. The deceased lady was an active and much-loved member of the Aubrey" Wesleyan Chapel, where touching references to her dimise were made by the Superintendent Minister (Rev. J. E. Thomas) on the Sunday following.. Her removal is one that the Church can ill afford, for her many good qualities endeared her to all with whom she came in contact. The funeral, which took place at Vaynor, was largely attended. The service at the house was conducted by the Rev. H. 0. Hughes, Merthyr, and Rev. J. F. Griffiths, Cefn; at the church by the Rev. John Davies (Rector) and Rev. D. H. Picton, Vaynor; and at the graveside by the Revs. J. E. Thomas (Treharris), H. O. Hughes and J. F. Griffiths. The chief mourners were Messrs. Stephen Jones (husband), John Roberts (btorher) and D. S. Jones (son). The family received very many letters of condolence, amongst others messages from the Revs. R. Emrys Jones (Penygraig), Thos. Oliver (Ferndale), John Rowlands (Cardiff) and T. J. Pritchard (Pontypridd). ■ ———— '!i'