The Merthyr Express

BUTTER MILK TOFFEE is the greatest success we have handled. Repeat Orders follow wherever introduced. Be sure you stock the right make, viz :— "WATSON'S" the Original and BEST, "to be obtained only from the Agents for Merthyr and District: HOWFIELD & SON/USas MERTHYR TYDFIL. êi :.I,' r TO BE WELL AND COMFORTABLY DRESSED TRY THE BESPOKE TAILORING > OF f MORGAN BROS., 136, HIGH STREET, MEhiHYR TYDFIL. SPRING AND UMMER Are now Ready UITINGS The Cutting and the Making of a Suit are equally important. The Lining, the inter-lining, and the Trimmings all require attention to meet your particular wishes. We measure you and note your special wants. AN EVERY-DAY SUIT FROM 35/6 A FROCK-COAT SUIT „ 63/- 1 LADIES' TAILORING—A Special Line. HATS AND CAPS. These are attractive at this Season, and we keep a thoroughly Up-to-date Stock. SMÁRT TIES, COLLARS, GLOVES, HOSE, CYCLING AND MOTORING OUTFITS. "It Agents lor J. PECK & CO.'s Specialities for Butchers and Provision Dealers. m m n> 1111- PIANOS. ORGANS. MUSIc. THOMPSON & SKACKELL. y Limited, 114, HIGH STREET, MERTHYR, < i and a.t Cardiff, Swansea, &o., &o, I -||i SOLE AGENCY .|! FOR MOST OF THE FOLLOWING CELEBRATED MAKERS: Bechstein, Brinsmead, Broadwood, Collard & Collard, > Challen & Son, Erard. Rud Ibach, Hooff & Co., i1 J. & J. Hopkinson, Ernst Kaps, Sames & Co., Gors & Kallmann, and the Estey Organs. (, COTTAGE PIANOS FROM 10/6 MONTHLY ON THE <| NEW HIRE SYSTEM. I LARGEST DISCOUNTS FOR CASH OR EASY TERMS ARRANGED. J II All pianoB wax ranted and exchanged tf not approved. Old Instruments taken in exchange. 4 j TUNERS Bent to any part on the Shortest Notice. ¥ < N B.—A Beautifully Illustrated Catalogue SenD- Free on Application. f V i > FLOOKS' LUCKY WEDDING RINGS ■ Should Ike worn by ALL BRIDES who wish for Everlasting Happiness. ,i 'j — 'j — li I owl' Joys axe hidden jol,, untold In these little hoops of gold, So remember, charming fair one. When the right time comes to wear one, Horers love with fairy wings O'er FLOOKS'S lucky wedding riDP, If a suitor you have found, To FLOOKS'S quickly take him round. In the window you'll behold Plain but beauteous hoops of gold, Then 1QU'n only got to say, "Take me in, I'll name the day 1" And when you become hia wife, You'll. remember all through life, How upon your hand you wear Lucky gold to ward on care, Love as well for ever clings To FLOOKS'S Lucky Wedding Rings. 40 I AdgMbbk ell 1 PRIVATE ROOM AND ENTRANCE FOR FITTING. <| USEFUL PRESENT GIVEN WITH EACH WEDDING RING. (i 8 e I Branches^-m.49 & 50^I?orttmor!ais Circus, Merthyr ■> Tel- P.O. 4a, |! t -n rn** I FOR SHOP-FRONTS & FITTINGS. Geo. Couzens & Sons, j COMPLETE SHOP-FITTERS, I t City Road Works, | tf.t.Tet: <n. B Tet.AM.: intereettet. M ¡.£17"d v4 0 0 10-ftlewoo- 0 Fo JEijLEYMAN" [ ARCADE MUSIC SHOP, j • J { Holds o$e of the • ■ FINEST STOCK (IF, PIANOS, ORCANS, > ami all kinds o$^Musical Instruments |> • in tiie' District. J t All the Latest Music Stocked. POST ORDERS CAREFULLY 1 Tuning and Repairing a Specialty. ATTENDED TO. LATEST IJOVELTTESIN PRESENTS See i' Express" Office Windows. = -=- -v: .J__ "Penny Wise" is also "Pound j Wise," when the penny buys j Witch" Soap — the All-Soap j Soap in Powder. i "Witch" is so economical 1 "Witch" by itself is suffi- | tfyat in time it saves 1 cient for the wash— a I you pounds on your soap bill. It is a third cheaper than hard soap, for it is all pure soap, con- taining practically no water, while hard i„ m I>»8l sq»p 4S almost. i ? _j no hard soap or soda jf is needed. And | Witch Soap does | your Nvashing for 9 you in the only I common-sense way Eg çIptbs should be i washed. See direc- K | wat Besides, J tions on packets—id. an^2d. | "Let the clothes soak ov. eaiffhk ■ I f t^le mornin* they'll b white.* i 1 7 NOTBA Witch" packet, though aiijshtJv simHw tfco |j other pactets. will do twice as much work^S" Thfld 1 AW £ !3 £ u ssft«g.^ >»'•■■&% I I Of .It Or««„° cStag | Olympia Skating jii-tik Park Place, Penydarren Road MERTHYR. One of the Largest and Finest Rinks in Wales. Superb Maple Floor. Lighted throughout by Electricity. Expert Lady and Gentleman Instructors. NOW OPEN DAILY. SESSIONS, 10.30, 2.30, 5.30, 7.30. Admission free to all Skaters. Ladies free Morning and Afternoon. Hire of S-kates and use of Floor, 1s. FIRST CLASS BAND EVERY SESSIOM Tea and Smoking Lounge, Cafe and Promenade. Afternoon Teas provided. LOOK OUT FOR GRAND SPORTS MEETING. A GRAND FANCY DRESS OARNIVAL Will be held ON THURSDAY, APRIL 14th, 1910, Commencing at S p.m. PRIZES will be Awarded for FANCY DRESS in the following Classes GENTS. <' LADIES. MOST HANDSOME COSTUME MOST HANDSOME COSTUME ORIGINAL „ „ ORIGINAL It HUMOROUS „ HUMOROUS II PRIZES will also be Awarded for the MOST GRACEFUL Lady and Gent. pair of Skaters. Special Prize for the Best Costume (least cost). Gentlemen's Wheelbarrow Race. Chariot Race. Backward Skating Race. Ladies' Balloon and Bellows Race. 1 I. •' -•' ■ .I., Admission la. Reserved Seats, h. 6d. Admission and Hire of Skates (Single) 29. 6d., Doable, 4s. The Floor will be Reserved for Skaters in Fancy or Evening Dresa. LATE CAR Leaves Merthyr for Abernant at 11.30 p.m. ALSO THE CENTRAL SKATING- RINK WELLINGTON STREET, MERTHYR TYDFIL. ¡. r n ■' 1 10.30 to 1 Reduction of Prices. 2.30 to 5 ADMISSION, 3D., SKATES, 6d. 7 to 10 — — -J _—! A LARGE STOCK 9 oir Garden" Goods AT LOWEST PRICES. I THOMAS BROS., /TO Ironmon^evs, ——— MERTHYR TYDFIL. Go to J. GRAY & SON, FLORISTS & SEEDSMEN. For WREATHS, CROSSES, HARPS, ANCHORS, &c., made up on the premises, of Choicest White Flowers and Maiden Hair Fern. From 3/6, 5/ 7/6, 10/6. 12/6, 15/ 181., 21/- and upwards. Cat Flowers, Pot Plaots, and a large stock of ARTIFICIAL WREATHS. Good variety of ROSE TREES and SHRUBS. Telographip-Address-Bodton, Merthyr. Nat. Telephone. No.122. Dead & Disabled Horses & Cattle PROMPTLY REMOVED. J. Bonlton & Sons, LICENSED Horse Slaughterers, TREBEDDAU FARM, MOUNTAIN HARE, MJERTHYR. BRANCHUS AT 1 Sirhowy Inn Stables, Sirhowy, AND Castle Inn Stables* Aberaman. 1.. CENTRAL HOTEL, MERTHYR, Under New Proprietorship. JAMES FRANCOMBE, Many years with R. E. JOE5. LTD., Caterers, Cardiff; HEAD WAITER, five years Queen's Hotel, Reading* and Metropole and White Hart, Margate. CATERING IN ALL ITS BRANCHES COMMERCIAL, COFFEE & DINING ROOMS. -i- FIRST-CLASS CHEF. Balls, Banquets and Parties Catered for.. STRIKE OFF! Get Married Without Delay! Have you seen these lovely Home lots HARRIS, THE FURNISHER IN NEWPORT MARKET IS OFFEBING ? Two or Three Rooihs cosily furnished for Bil or JB14. A truly marvelloue offer. No fear of the bailiffs or mjslery men chasing after you. Pay Cash, be happy and free. Why should you pay for the waster" \yho is bent on 4mhg every- body ? See HARRIS, the Cash Furnisher, in Newport Market, and here only. T. PRICE DAVIES, (Late W. Price and Da vies.) BONE-SETTER, HAS REMOVED TO 8, PARK PLACE (3. Moors abovje f Theatre Royal), MERTHYR. MODAY. WriT)N.'F,I" NYS, FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, nt t i, ve address also at MAKKST '{'AVKiiN. -A-»■ IU)ABC, every TUEs- ].)AY from 10 30 ii.. Ill., to$$ND CAKPKNTEES Anna; POSTU, every TnriisruY from 11.30 a.m. J ;UQ 1)¡_. f.>4

LOCAL INTELLIGENCE I Wb ftnarantee that our 1/- Backache Pills are equal to any soU at 2/9. Try tUcm. any sold at 2/9. Try tbeid. Tfir, BEST wav to take Cod Liver Oil is with Extract of Malt, 1, 3 and 2/6 J»rs. A fair of 5/6 or 7/6 Spectacles will assist your sight and give pleasure iu reading; the news of the day. Note T. JWKINS, Chemist and Optician, Pont- morlais. The Best Shop for New Garden Seeds. J. T. DOCTOR. Plumber. Gasfittor. House Decor- ator Paperliaiiginp: Warehouse. 138, High-street, Merthyr AH Repairs- attended to at the shortest notice. A Staff of Experienced Workmen regu- fartvemptoved. Estimates free. I'aperhansings from 2d. per piece; numerous jab lots greatly under cost price. Tmum's A BUDGET of Virtues, Perfection of Fit, Sound Hard-wearing Materials, combined with fcle- era nee and Exclusive Style in every pair of Boots or Shoes you purchase at W. n- WiLLlAMS BOOT DFPOT, Iliph-street (opposite I.ipton's), Merthyr. Sole A^ent for "K." "Dr. Jaeger' "Quceu, and "Lotus" Boots and Shoes.. FpwswooD^ and Raymond, the 7 Merthyr Timber Yard and Saw Plymoiitli road, are now prepared to receive order- or large or small quantities. Your favours will receive prompt attention. prompt attention. MERTIIXU VALE QLTADniLir, BANI), all expert muskians (conductor, Mr. W.J. Parte), arc open to receive ongllcmnts for balls, house parties, etc. Terms moderate. Apply, W. J. Parte, Mcrthyr Vale. SEED POTATOES AND GARDEN SLItDs.-Thel best varieties, suitable to this district. Quality right; price right. Gill eland & Sons, Brecon- road Merthyr. ADULAM CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. Special preaching services were held at this church on Sunday and Monday. The officiating ministers were the Rev. J. D. Jones, Ab^pcanaid, and the Rev. J. T. LI. Williams, Cefn-Coed, whose sermons were much appreciated by fair cou- gregations. COUNTY COUNCIL—BEE-KEEPING.—Mr. G. Tudor Williams, Cynon Cottage, Aberdare, has been appointed by the Glamorgan Bee-Kecpers' Association as the County Council expert in the districts of Pontypridd, Merthyr, Aberdare and Nelson. All those who keep bees, whether members of any association or not, will, on notifying Mr- Tudor Williams, have their apiaries visited and examined free of any expense, in the early summer. COMPENSATION.—At Barry, on Tuesday, Annie Head, widow of a Twynyrodyn quarryman, obtained an award of E195 in respect of her husband, who was killed in a dynamite explo- sion. Mr. W. B. Francis, for the applicant, I said that liability was admitted, and the amount was divided, f,102 going to the widow at the rate of 14s. a week. and the remainder to the five children dependent. HIGa STREET BAPTIST CnuEcn SUNDAY SCHOOL, MERTHYR.—The Sunday School anni- versary services will be held on Sunday, April 24th, when the Rev. Evan Williams, Dalston Junction, London, will officiate at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. In the afternoon, at 2.30, Mr. Williams will deliver a special address, and recitations and solos will be rendered by the scholars. Special hymns will be rendered by the Sunday School choir. During the evening service, Miss Annie Rees, Dowlais. candidate for the "Western Mail musical scholarship, has kindly promised j to give a solo. Collections at each service in aid of the School and Building Funds. Ma H. THOMAS, 26, Gilfach Cynon, Twyny- rodyn, Merthyr Tydfil, S. Wales, writing on the 28th February, 1910, says :—" I have been a great sufferer fro. indigestion for about seven vears, but my wife advised me one day to do away with tea and try a packet of Dr. Tibbies Vi-Cocoa. I tried it although I was suffering so bad with indigestion I really did not know what to do with myself but I still kept on trying to see if it would do me any good. I have used it now for the last six years and I could not do without it, as it has been a great remedy for me as a steel worker." Dr. Tibbies Vi-Cocoa contains all the elements that enrich the blood and restore the enormous nervous waste so common among all men and women. Do not ask your grocer for cocoa. Ask for a Cd. packet of Vi-Cocoa. COULD NOT SEE THE BRIDGE.—Jeremiah Reardon, described by Police- T iispector Lamb as one of the most violent men in the locality, answered to a summons at an occasional court, on Monday, charging him with being drunk and disorderly on Saturday Dight.-P.C. Timothy Lawton proved the case.—Reardon said the night was so dark that he could not see his way home.—P.C. Lawton I showed him the bridge over which he had to go, but he was too drunk to see it (laughter). The usual penalty was imposed. M-a. D. A. THOMAS, M.P.—Mr. D. A. Thomas, M.P., who returned to England on Monday afternoon from Tunis, to resume his Parliamen- tary duties, much improved in health, found awaiting him a telegram, informing him of the very serious illness of his brother, Major Moteton Thomas, and immediately started for Exmouth. Tbe ion..member for Cardiff was thus unable to take part in the division in the House of Com- mons. Major Moreton Thomas is a younger brother of Mr. D. A. Thomas. He lived for years near Brecon, but spent much of his time on the Continent. He is a keen sportsman, an excellent shot, and a iamous breeder and exhibitor of sporting dogs. Miss THORNEY'S EVENING PARTY.—On Friday night, at the Angel Buildings, Miss Thomey gave her annual party to the members of her class and friends, the guests numbering about seventy. The large hall had been exquisitely decorated, and the affair proved one of the most enjoyable functions of the season. The dining-hall had been arranged to represent a drawing-room, and there was a profusion of choice flowers and plants upon each of the. tables, showing the good taste and management of the hostess, who is a well known and highly respected daughter of the late Police-Supt. Thomey. Fancy dress was optional, and some elegant dresses were worn, Miss Thorney being attired in a magnificent Empire gown of black merveleau silk, trimmed with jet. TheM.C.'s. who did their work excellently, were Mr. W. Macdonald, Mr. Howell Thomas and Mr. G. H. Owen (L. & P. Bank), while a good programme of music was supplied by Mr. Hinton, of Peny- darren. Dancing commenced at 8.30, and -.vas kept up until 4.30 in the morning. MERTHYB CYMREIGYDDION.—Last Friday evening, at the usual place of meeting, members of this Society met for the last time this session, to hear a paper read by Mr. Benj. Jones, "Merthyrfab." on The Bards of Merthyr and the District (Beirdd Merthyr a'r Cylch). There was a good muster of the faithfuls present which was a proof that the subject was inter-, esting. Mr. Jones has given this subject a great deal of attention. He himself took great interest in the old bards when he was very young, but the portion of the subject which he dealt with was earlier than what he could, through his own memory, write upon. He went back to the year 1821, when lolo Morganwg founded the first Cymreigyddion Society. The reader first gave a list of the bards up to about 1880, which were from 80 to 100. The bards he dealt with were the following:—Titus Jenkins, Roger .j Williams (Gwilym Llywel), David Saundersr^(an old minister of Seion, Twynyrodyn), "Taliesin a b lolo," Rees Lewis (Ab Tydfil), and Howell Cynog." Mr. Jones gave a very lengthy account of lolo Morganwg while that cele- brated bard lived at Merthyr with his son, Taliesin ab lolo. The reader of the paper was asked to continue his researches into the ancient history of the bards of Merthyr and district, and encouraged by the aid of the Society, to publish his work in book form. leuan Dyfed, in moving a vote of thanks, praised the paper, and expressed a hope that Merthyrfab would continue to gather the history of Merthyr bards. Gweruy fed seconded the motion, which was carried. Alaw Tydfil and Cerddwyson took part in the discussion. IF YOU HAVE DEFECTIVE EYESIGHT, consult the most experienced Eyesight Testing Expert in Met- thvr Mr. HENRY M. LLOYD, Ophthalmic Optician arid Chemist. Merthyr (opposite Market doors)..

r IgfpjU The world of V things ordinary is left H far behind in the latest ■ PREMIER es. f "Helical" Cycles. j t1: oj B HKTJCAT," TUBING, of which they S | are built, is one of the wonders of cycle- S construction. It consists of spirally coiled I strips of high-carbon steel, cut diagonally I into lengths and passed through specially | designed coiling, or bending rolls, imiu I ting in some respects the making of a £ paper spill. PREMIER "HELICAL" TUBING [ is guaranteed to be 50% stronger 8 /o than ordinary tubing of the same g j diameter and gauge. gt I In the famous" Kirkaldy" tests PRE- ■ MIER HELICAL TUBING was proved in N | some instances to possess nearly three times the strength of ordinary weldless i tubius; of the highest quality obtainable. It has now been embodied in the B ? IS I5s. No. 7 "Helical Model, which is a j also fitted with Duniop tyres and Brooks B saddle, and represents the finest value H i ever offered to the cycle world. M | Send fer Booklet, giving detailed B C specifications, to the I | PREMIER CYCLE Co., Ltd. j I COVENTRY. 8 I Local Agent, J. LEWIS, I If High-Si., Penydarren, Merthyr. B

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HIGH-STREET BAPTIST CHURCH.—Preacher next Sunday, Mr. W. F. Knight, of Nottingham College. Services at 11 and 6 o'clock MUSICAL SUCCESS-—At the recent examination held in connection with the Tonic Sol-fa College, London, the following pupils of Mr. W. J. Edmunds, F.T.S.C., Penydarren, were success- ful .—Final stage, harmony, Mr. W. H. James, Brynsion-strset. Do vlais intermediate theory and 2nd grade r-to; station, Mr. John Owens, Gellideg; elcmentPo". 1 nd intermediate prac- tical, Mr. J. M. Thomas, Brecon-road, Merthyr. ON SUNDAY.—While people were proceeding to places of worship on Sunday morning, they were surprised to see two men in Pontmorlais who were in an advanced state of drunkenness. The imbibers, Patrick Carey and Thomas Day, were soon spotted and run in," and on Monday I their conduct cost them 20s. and costs each. JUDAS MACCAB^EUS."—It is very gratifying for the promoters to find that the tickets are being taken up to f"agcrlyr T-ha; reserve seats are nearly all sold, but should any friend desire one a postcard to either the conductor or the secretary will be all that is necessary to secure a ticket, while the other tickets can be procured from any member of the choir. Mr. Dan Davies is busy with his choir in perfecting the work, which will be, without flattery, the treat of the season." MRS. J. RUTTY, 15, Saxon-street, The Park, Merthyr T-ydfil, writing on the 22nd March, 1910, says I have been a constant user of Dr. Tibbies' Vi.Cocoa for a groat, many years, so long, in fact, that I cannot remember when I first began to use it. I think it is one of the most refreshing and delightful beverages that can be obtained. Our whole household uses it. I suffer very much from insomnia, and I find that a cup of Vi-Cocoa at night gives me a better night's rest than anything I know of." This proves no one will regret having given Vi-Cocoa a fair test, as it contains in concen- trated form al! the elements to repair nerve tissue and depleted blood, and its use will* certainly be followed by a general building up of the whole system. Ask your grocer for Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa and try it to-day. A packet costs sixpence only, and it is sold everywhere. WEDDING.—A pretty wedding was solemnised at Vaynor Church, on Monday morning, the contracting parties being Mr. Fred Powell, of Penarth, and Miss Jenetta Thomas, of The Dorothy. Park-place. The Rector of Vaynor, Rev. John Davies, officiated, assisted by the Rev. D. H. Picton. The bride, who wore a smart travelling costume, was given away by Mr. A. J. Evans, of The Dorothy, where she had resided for many years. After the ceremony and breakfast, the happy couple left for Penarth. They were the recipients of many useful and valuable presents. BIRTH AND DEATH RETURNS.—During tlje weeks ended 26th March, the births registered in the borough numbered 240 (119 msles and 121 females), or a rate of 31.9 per lOOOof the population. The deaths totalled 113, or a rate of 14.5 per 1000, as compared with 15.2, or 19 per 1000 in the corresponding period last year. Fifteen deaths occurred at the Union Infirmary, I two at the General Hospital, and one at the Fever Hospital. There were notified 40 cases of scarlet fever, 6 of diphtheria, 4 of erysipelas and 2 of puerperal fever. There were 32 patients admitted to Mardy Hospital, 22 dis- charged, and 42 remained. Dr. Duncan, Medical Officer of Health, states that the majority of eases of scarlet fever were from Merthyr Vale and Treharris Wards. NATIONAL LEAGUE OF YOUNG LIBERALS. A well attended meeting of the Merthyr Branch was held at thfe Liberal Club on Monday last. Mr. W. R. Edmunds, who presided, spoke of the encouraging progress made by this recently formed branch, the membership now being over 200, including a number of ladies. The business of the meeting was the election of officers for the year. The Chairman proposed the election of Mr. F. A. Jones as resident, Mr. J. A. Daniels seconded, and was carried unanimously. Mr. Ben Jones was elected secretary, and Miss M. M. Jones, treasurer. Vice-presidents a.nd committee were elected, the committee being composed of repres- entatives from each ward. The committee and stewards are requested to be at the Drill Hall on Saturday next at 6.30 p.m. prompt. MERTHYR ELECTRIC TRACTION COMPANY.— The report of the directors of the Merthyr Electric and Traction Lighting Company, to be presented at the 13th ordinary general meeting to be held at the Electrical Federation Offices, Kingsway, on Thursday, the 14th inst., states that the total capital expenditure to the 31st December, 1909, amounted to £108,837 15s. 3d. The <*TOSS receipts on the light railways for the year amounted to £ 11,083 16s. 6d., and the gross receipts on account of electrical supply to £ 6,911 17s. Qd., making, with £ 129 12s. 9d. sundry receipts, a. total of £18,105 7s. 9d. After., deducting all expenses chargeable to revenue including £2,056 10s. for debenture interest, and placing £1,.500 to the renewals account, there remained a surplus of £4,007 18s. 7d., making with the £490 15s. 3d. brought forward a. total of £4,498 13s. lOd. The payment of the dividend on. the Preference shares for the 12 months ended 15th October, 1909, amounted to £1,500, leaving available for distribution a balance of £2,998 139. 10d., which the directors recommended should be applied as follows To be placed to depreciation and reserve account, £1,000, to pay a dividend of 5 per cent. on the Ordinary shares, £1,000, to be earned forward to next account £498 13s. 10. The total sum to be put aside to the renewal and the depreciation and reserve accounts is £2,500 as compared, with £2,520 for the year 1908. The company has obtained the contract for the public lighting of the whole of Dowlais. REPORT OF THE INSPECTOR OF MIDWIVES.— Nurse R. A. Thompson, inspector of midwives under the Corporation, has just issued her report for March, and it contains the following —Two cases of puerperal fever were notified during the month. One from an institution, the other in the practice of a midwife at Merthyr, who was instructed to take a bath and have all her clothing and bag disinfected at. the Isolation Hospital; and was suspended for seven days. Twenty.six midwives were visited during the month, and with two exceptions were practising satisfactorily. During the jnonths 242 births have been notified; 12 registered and not notified. 152 homes of infants were visited during the month. Two cases of ophthalmia were discovered, one at Penyard and the other at Penydarren. In the one case the midwife had called in medical aid, and in the other the parents were advised to call in medical help at once. On re-visits the eyes were greatly improved. Three deaths of infants had occurred before medical assistance could be obtained; in two cases where inquests were necessary, the children were found to be premature. Fourteen re-visits have been paid, and with one exception great improvements have been noted. This one case was reported to Inspector Starr, N.S.P.C.C., who has now the case in hand. Pamphlets and instructions were given in all cases, on the hygiene of the homes and feeding. of infants. During the month the homes of eight consumptive patients had been re-visited, In two cases they were found very ill, and in very poor circumstances. The homes, in all cases, were poor but very clean. Cups have been given most of the patients who were not in a position to get them. Instructions were given all patients in respect of sleeping alone and the destroying of the sputum. CONGREGATIONAL UNION.—The annual and jubilee meetings, of the South Wales English Congregational Union were held on Tuesday and Wednesday, under the presidency of Principal T. Lewis, Brecon, at the Charles-street Congregational Chapel, Cardiff. There was a good attendance of delegates. On Tuesday a discussion took place upon the importance of having a representative of the South Wales Union on the Hymnal Committee of the Con- gregational Union of England and Wales. It was decided to nominate the Rev. Lloyd Williams, Tenby, as the representative of the Union on the committee. Mr. J. C. Meggitt, Barry, treasurer of the Union, presented his report-, which showed that the year was com- menced with an adverse balance of £14, and was closed with an adverse balance of £22. This was caused by the success which had attended English Congregationalism in South Wales. It had been necessray to form so many new churches that it had involved a financial strain which they were scarcely strong enough to bear, and without the aid they were receiving from the central fund they would be in a very sorry position indeed. On this capital account there was a balance in hand of £1,171 2s. lOd. on deposit, and invested upon mortgage £1,900. The President remarked that the populous valleys of South Wales were being Anglicised, and they had to face the situation whatever they might think of their ancient language. The Rev. J. E. Griffiths, Pembroke Dock, was unanimously elected president of the Union for the ensuing year, and Mr. Arthur Daniel (Troedyrhiw), Rev. T. Gwyn Thomas, and Rev. Evan Jenkins (Swansea) were elected vice-presidents. Rev. D. J. Thomas (Carmarthen) and Mr. J. C. Meggitt (Barry) were re-elected secretary and treasurer respectively, and Messrs. Samuel E. Evans and J. Percy Gabe were re-elected auditors. It was decided to hold the next annual meeting at the Tabernacle Chapel, Aberdare. On Tuesday afternoon Dr. W. T. Edwards, one of those who 50 years ago estab- lished the Union, presided at the jubilee meeting. In the evening the Rev. John Morgan Gibbon, Stamford Hill, London, preacncd to a crowded congregation oa CHRISTIAN. -J

TERRITORIALS.—It is important that all Territorials should put in their drills regularly and as many as possible before camp. It must be noted that the time available to get in thd requisite number of drills between April and July is comparatively short—it does not allow. of a man missing many parades—besides, il he misses his drills it interferes with his cono secutive training. Much better results can ba obtained with good strong musters. It is necessary for all men to attend as there is a great deal to be learnt and done before going t<J camp. MINERS' An EST CONGRATULATED.— At a ineet- ing of the Cwm Pit Lodge, on Tuesday, the following resolution was passed :—" That we, as committee of the Cwm Pit Lode, tender out heartiest vote of congratulation to Mr. John Williams, our miners' agent, on his magnificent success at the Guardians' poll, and, further, express our regret that the workmen of the Town Ward did not support Mr. David Perkins, the Labour candidate, as loyally as he deserved." MISS M. LLOYD, 5, Pontygelynen-terrace, Heolgerrig, near Merthyr Tydfil, writing on the 24th"March, 1910, says:—" I have used Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa for about sixteen years. After trying sm eral other kinds, I find nothing to compare with ih in fact, it is a food. It ia really a nerve tonic, and is invaluable in cases of indigestion and sleeplessness. I shall, without hesitation, recommend it to all my friends, as it is a real pick-me-up." This proves no one will regret having given Vi-Cocoa a fair test, as it contains in concentrated form all the elements to repair nerve tissues and depleted blood, and its use will certainly b4 followed by a general building up of the whole system. Ask your grocer for Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa and try it to.day. A packet costa sixpence only, and it is sold everywhere. FAGGOT SUPPER.—A successful faggot suprot was held at the Greyhound Inn, Bridge-street, on Tuesday. That the efforts of the promoters were appreciated was evident from the fact that over 200 sat down to enjoy the good thing* provided. The tables having been cleared an enjoyable concert was held, Mr. R. Williai-al w being chairman Among those who contributed to the evening's enjoyment were:—Mr. T. Lewis, Mr. Gibbs, Mr. Rowlands, Mr Jones, Mn Wiltshiro, Mr. Casey, Mr. W. Evans, Mr. 0. E. Thomas, 1tlr. Hughes, Mr. D. Lewis, and the chairman, and other local talent. Mrs. VaughaO accompanied the singers. Votes of thanks having been given to the host and hostess (Mr, and Mrs A. Drew) for providing such an enjoy. able gathering, and to the chairman for presiding an enjoyable evening was brought to a close by sinking the National Anthem. ST. DAVID'S VESTRY.—The vestry meetinfl in connection with St. David's Church was held in St. David's School, on Thursday, the Rev/ D. Lewis, Rector, presiding. The Rcctot thanked the churchwardens and sidesmen foi their services during the past year, and re.. appointed Mr. T. FloQks as his warden, Mr. Tt Gunter being re-elected people's warden. The following sidesmen were also electcd Messrs. W. Churchill, J. R. Bailey, Dan Davies (Tha Walk), T. S. Dancer, Dd. Evans (Alma-street)t Tom Evans (Brecon-road), Tom Evans (High. street), J. Edwards (Lloyds Bank), Robt; Edwards, J. Fraser, J. Francis, C. H. Flooksi Wm. Griffiths (P«ncaemawr), L. Green (Troed- vrhiw), J. T. Harrap, Geo. Hansard, S. D. Gay, W. T. Jones, W. Jones, W. R. Lewis, W. W? Meredith, R. Pick, Hy. Owen, W. P. Stream* W. Tenby, F. Vinning, Dr. W. W. Jones, Dr. J. L.W.Ward, Messrs. J. Woolends,W. Wilton, W. H. Roberts, Howell Davies (Dyke-street), and Jas. Davies (Avenue). HoPE CHURCH.—A very interesting entertain- ment was given on Thursday last, under thf auspices of the Band of Hope. Several action songs were pretilly rendered by the Juvenila Choir, under the conductorship of Mr. Dan, Rees. In addition the following duets and soloi were rendered, and were illustrated by lantern views :—" Excelsior." Mersss. T. Morgan JoneS and Dan Rees; solo, Miss Dorothy Lloyd; Death of Nelson," Mr. T. Morgan Jones; SQIO, My Treasure," Miss M. Morgan Jones; The Village Blacksmith," Mr. Dan Reesj A recitation, Trouble in the AmeD Corner, which was also illustrated was well given by Miss Tydnl Thomas. Farces in which the follow- ing took part, were splendidly produced:- Misses Edith Lloyd, Dorothy Harris, Ethel Davies, Nellie Jones, Doris Thomas and Messrs. J. Gwyther, T- Morgan and Ivor Jones. A yota of thanks was accorded to all who had hcipea in preparing the programme, including Mr. Dan Rees (conductor of the Juvenile Choir), Mrs.1 J.'M. Jones and Miss Gertie Jones (drill instruc- tors), Mr. Tom Mann (secretary), Miss Editb Lloyd and Mr. T. J. Price (accompanists), no well as to Mr. Tudor Evans, who manipulated the lantern very efficiently. Amongst the mosfl interesting of the lantern views were those produced by Mr. W. Blackmore, which included photographs of the past ministers of the Church. and the present minister, a well as the old chapel and the present building. Much en- thusiasm was evinced when these slides wero thrown on to the screen. The pastor, Rev. J.4M. Jones. M.A., occupied the chair, and was accorded a hearty vote of thanks, on the propose of Mr. T. David. The singing of Hen wlad fy Nhadau brought a very pleasant meeting to a close. ORGAN REC-ITAL.-An organ recital was givefl at Zoar Chapel, on Thursday evening last, by Mr. Caradog Roberts, Mus. Bac. (Oxon),F.R.C.O» Rhos, to a large audience, which was delighted by the masterly way in which the organ wa9 manipulated by this young talented musician* and who, in response to unmistakcabje calls, had to repeat some of the numbers. At intervals between the playing Miss Annie Rees, o» Dowlais (soprano), and Mr. Lewis Jones, Heol- gerrig (tenor), contributed solos, and they also were encored, and gave entire satisfaction. The programme was as follows:—Organ, overture, William Tell (Rossini), Mr. Caradog Roberts; recit., And God said," solo, With verdure clad (Handel—" Creation "), Miss Annie Hees a organ, Fantaisie de Concert sur (Lux, op. 29 "0 Sanctissma,") Mr. Caradog Roberts; recit., Ye people, rend your hearts," solo. "If with all your hearts" (i%len(lelssolin- Elijah "), Mr. Lewis Jones; organ, "Grand Fantasia in E minor—The Storm (Lemmens), Mr. Caradog Roberts; Welsh folk songs, (a) Y Gwcw Fach," (b) Suo-Gan," Miss Annie Rees; organ, fautasia on Diniweidrwydd —hymn tune—(Caradog Roberts), Mr. Caradog Roberts song, Yr Hen Gerddor (D. Pugho- Evans), Mr. Lewis Jones; organ, largo frotfl New World Symphony" (Djvorack), Mr. Caradog Roberts organ, The Russian Patrol (Rubenstein), Mr Cararlog Roberts solo, The Promise of Life" (P. iI, Cowen), Miss Annie Rees; organ, (a) li Elevation in A flat, 11(b) Fiigue in D (Guilmant), Mr. Caradog Roberts; solo, In native worth (Handel-"("reation" )i Mr. Lewis Jones .organ, "Hallelujah Chorus (Handel), Mr. Caradog Roberts. The proceec." of the concert are in aid of Bethlehem Congregational Church, Taf Fechan, and th arrangements were carried out by a loca committee, to which Mr. D. D. Williams secretary. ommi"ee,