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Good News.—Threepence in the £ .ad- vance has been declared in miner' wages dating from December 1st, 1899.
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CWMPARK. Cwmpark Silver Band. It is very seldom that a first attempt is fruitful of success but such is the case in the career of the Cwmpark Silver Band, who competed for the first time at an Eisteddfod 9o i! at P°nty<:ymmer on Monday last, Nov. -9th. The selection was Recollections of J-^arl Rosa," for the best rendering of which AFee Prizes varying from £ 5 downward, were offered. There were five bands competing, and Cwmpark succeeded in getting the first prize, consisting of a gold medal in addition to the money. They were also second best in the march, but no second prize was offered. They are, to be congratulated upon their 11 splendid achievements, and the highest en- comiums are due to their able conductor, Mr J. D. freharne, who has made such marked improvement in the band during the com- paratively short space of time he has been their teacher. The success will doubtless prove a great encouragement to the mem- bers of the Hand, and should afford a strong impetus in helping them forward to again improve themselves to achieve yet higher results. e 11 Dare and Park Workmen. A mass meeting of the workmen of Park and Dure Collieries, under the Miners' Feder- 1-i«f <a Ya\ ^le Park Hall, Cwmpark, fnL5tturday evc»ing, November 25th Mr mlN MPI' T?ROHY' Was appointed Chair- man. Mabon, M.P., and Mr I) W. Morgan, the in'eetimr 1)ecn present to adrfress to attend V i telegraphed their inability of another << .eso^utlons were passed in favour ofcontHl '.«"'0w cards," and'also in favour f„m:i- 6d. per member towards the Africa ° °Ur ('lera now fighting in South
TREORCHY.
TREORCHY. TI rTernpe,,ar,ce Festival. on \i ,!i'Perance Festival at Noddfa Chapel on Monday was the first of the kind held in T)-A<JK| n^ instigation is due to the nil > Temperance Union recently formed under the presidency of the Rev. \V. Morris, and winch comprises all the Free Churches in i1;ce- The Bands of Hope of the various I "na^lonal churches made an imposing ,i evening there was an exceptionally good attendance. The after- f fls PROCEEDINGS were under the presidency 116j. Y" T. Davies, Bethlehem. The >. (Tuctorof the well-trained choir was Mr. xy ryce. The Rev. R. Roberts (Robertus), esleyan Minister, Treorchy, offered prayer, *hthe programme was proceeded with, the ( lulflren singing Moliant Plant/' after Avhich the Rev. Hlgfl Hughes (Wesleyan Mission), i il,n. U n.°' delivered an address to the c uldren. The tune "Gloch yn Canu" followed, t>U, then another able address given by the ,5 HwVV 7a"nel» Penygraig. The singing of fi tune *fOrn y Gad," and an address by -he Rev, E. W. Davies, Baptist Minister, ilelivon, Ton, brought the programme to a e^ose. The Rev. W, Map™ "reside^3 NRESPNF'' TI'1 t Nhad was sung by all present. The favourite tune "Gloch yn Canu" flv.en with effect. The Rev. M. tliP ,1i f sP°ke, severely criticised lnvp i,onchildren appeared to v' I 'a i ^oo, f°r their singing of Gorn ^ilvvn-1 WaS really good. Miss Maggie si>Ii>n(H. 1*1 a Pr?lnising young soprano, gave a Si",1 1 rendering of the froly City," after xvr T ,I1 ° d temperance champion, the Rev. aimi-oni-iTf11*' "ypti'ld, delivered a very a-xf? »Peech. The tunes "Rhondda'' \!rr,y were very effectively Catech^n. OTT been offered for the best adimlfro,) J e,"Perance, but none was panists wo V°?rl,y 0 t'ie Prize. The aecom- wfe Messrs. D. Williams, Bethlehem Mr T I *nni Michael, Noddfa (piano). was sp'r>rof OI!laf (Hermon), Canton Honse, was secietary of the movement. Presentation. verv intpm^f^' on Saturday Evening a Collipv-p a 'lail,lsotne clock to a Dare numeron ?rSnian' Mr- W- J- Gillard, by his his nmrv? ow'Avorkmen, on the occasion of the chair^ Mr- Shadrach Lewis occupied
PENTRE.
PENTRE. rp, Salvation Army. reopening services of the above ener- Mnnri v were held on Saturday, Sunday and ('ii- rt,.a*/ the Congregational Schoolsj Ge,iliroad Tli,-I,eetings-ivere ably conducted JLr-1 rv'Mrs. Hamments. Inspiring speeches aehvered at each meeting. Indeed, the Salvation Army is in evidence here. We wish con f "'8I),eed in their earnest endeavours to ounteract the raging vices so prevalent amon bv r>fiWer c|asses> who are so utterly neglected hy other religious bodies. e-ivon Monday, at 4 p.m., a public Tea was nr? ii if en a large number of children and adults assembled together. rp, Centre Fire Brigade. i) e, azaar in connection with the above aotK i«' °Pened on Thursday, November S' Clifford Cory, Esq., J. P. L ^E T(MII publish a'full account next week.] Obituary. ♦»e are sorry to record the death of Mr. Henry Davies, a respectable inhabitant of Hermon street, Pentre, at his residence on Saturday last. The funeral took place on Wednesday last, when a large number of the deceased's friends and acquaintances assembled to pay their last tribute. A Fountain for Pentre. We learn that the order has been given to a sculptor for the erection of a monumental fountain in :memory of the late Squire Llewellyn, of Baglan hall. The fountain is to be placed in a reserved space in front of St. Peter s church, Pentre. Lamps for Pentre. We are sorry to have to call the attention of those gentlemen, who, when they wanted to obtain seats on the District Council, promised to give the inhabitants of the bye streets in Pentre a little light. We are sorry also to find that not a single lamp has been provided yet. We are afraid these gentlemen will be on the look-out for the votes of these inhabit- ants of the dark regions again ere the light is provided, so look out! Moriah Meeting. On Sunday and Monday last the half-yearly meetings of Moriah Baptist Chapel were held, when most impressive sermons were delivered by the Rev. J. S. Hopkins, Gorseinon, and the Re, --Williams, Rhos, North Wales. Collections were made at each service towards uquidating the debt of the chapel. This Church is under the pastorship of Rev. T» levies, late of Fforddlas, North Wales. Mr. is 1uite a young man, and is posessed the requisite qualities to succeed in a Populous valley like the Rondda. His bnVlni?§ energy with the children will surely g him to the front as a pastor.
TON PENTRE.
TON PENTRE. ThiJ^«ere ?as a sound of revelry by night." case on Thursday evening, ausnio« ?hly successful soiree, under the P ces of St. David's Church, Ton, was held at James's Hall, Ystrad. For some years past it has been the custom of the church to hold one or two soirees annually but we understand that this is the last one of the series, and it Ipartook of a farewell party for the Rev. GomerPrice, the popular curate of St. David s Ch who has been offered a living at Pennal near Aberdovey, and to which place he is goinc shortly. Many friends, while heartily congratulating Mr. Price on ^e appoint, ment, cannot help feeling a tinge of refre^ that he is about to leave them To.return to the soiree. The arrangements were m the hands .of Miss Mary Davies, Ton, and Miss May Lewis, Vicarage, Pentre, who as usual put all their characteristic vigour into the work. All the "Beauty and Chivalry 01 Ystrad had gathered together^ t The lamps shone on fair women and brave men; And when Music arose with its voluptuous swell, Soft eyes looked love to eyes that spake again in » And all went merry as a marriage hell. These lines by Byron quite describe the evening. The dancing commenced about eight °'cloc.k>, KeWMrnpe?S"e Smith on the being supplied by Mr. ^ercieomiwi piano; Mr. Blarney, inductor of Pentre Volunteer Prize Band, on the cornet and Mr. Hughes, on the violin. Among those present were ;—Mrs. Pntchard ( ^), Florrie Smith, Miss May Mo g cMer_ Jones (Merthyr), the Misses Rogers (Mer thyr), Miss Mav Lewis jJisg Thomas (Bazaar), Miss Edith. Lewis, M Amy Richards, Miss Mary Richards^ Miss Morgan (Golden Key), Mrs. A. > Mii«s Dorrington, Miss Walters, Miss Brans, Miss Mary Davies, Mss Thomas ^Peneellv Hotel), Miss Gould, Miss Collier, & Arters, f and Mrs. Collier; Dr. Gabe Jones, Ker. u. Price, Messrs. Tom Davies, W. Morgan, David Llewellyn, T. P. Jenkyns, Marks, Bob Jones, Noah Meredith, Tudor Jenkins, D. Eynon, Ithol Thomas, A. Conniff, Piesold, Thomas (International Stoies), D. Howells, etc,, eto. Meetings at 13etherada. The half-yearly meetings in connection with this chapci were held on Sa.turday • Sunday inst. The officiating.ministers were the Rev. O. Lloyd Owen, Porth, (late of New quay) and Rev.—Davies, Willimsto wn. I The large attendance at each service tru y evinced the enthusiasm iftfnaed into the congregation by the eloquence of the preachers. Excellent collections were made at each service. Mr. D. B. Davies conducted the singing throughout.
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GELLI. On Saturday night, Sunday, and Mon- day, the congregation worshipping at Bethesda, Ton, neld their half-yearly meetings. The officiating ministers were the Rev. O. Ll. Owen, Porth; and the Rev. S. L. Davies, Williamstown. Elo- quent and effective discourses were de- livered. Missionary Meetings. From the 12th to 30th inst. a series of missionary meetings were held at, the Wes- --i ■: -■ 0 .-P. rl.. offi- Ieyan Chapel ,Ca'ersa%ffi, wfefri. 9ffi- ciating ministers were the Revs. KT Roberts, Treorchy T. Manuel, Peny- graig; and D. Roberts, Tonypandy; and the missioner, the Rev. H. Hughes, who commenced a seven days' mission at Tre- orchy on Saturday niguo last. On Sun- day afternoon a special meeting for child- ren was conducted by the Rev. H. Hughes. The mission services terminated on Thursday, and we sincerely hope that the efforts for a religious revival have not been futile.
YSTRAD-RHONDDA
YSTRAD-RHONDDA A rehearsal concert was held at Nebo Welsh Baptist Chapel on Sunday by the Nebo choir, under the conductorslnp of Mr. J. Roberts. The Rev. A. Williams, Nebo, pre- sided. The accompanists were Mr. D. Jones, Organist, St. Peter's Pentre, and Master Edgar Evans, Pentre. The choir contrib- uted the Eisteddfod test piece. The soloists were Messrs. Devonald Morgan and Davies, and Misses Jenny John and Evans.
CLYDACH VALE.
CLYDACH VALE. Male Voice Party. The Male Voice Party met with a re- verse at the Dowlais Eisteddfod last Mon- day. Better luck next time 11 Charity Concerts. The charity concerts have commenced, and we are likely to have a plethora of these entertainments during the winter, but we have a record to keep in charity work, and must not complain. Library. The Library Committee does not rise to the occasion. Is it not possible to stir the members of the committee to get a few lec- tures from prominent men on some social or scientific subjects during the coming winter? It would at least counteract other influences of a less elevating nature with which we are pestered. To sit down to select books at random does not meet the requirements of a large and growing place. The members have a duty to per- form, to educate the place to appreciate lectures and books of a solid kind. let them do it. Dancing. "Should dancing classes meet in public houses," is a question- which the people must eventually decide. Clydach Vale electors will have a question to ask when District Councillors solicit votes in future. Testimonial. A movement is on foot to present the Rev. O. Waldo James Noddfa with a tes- timonial on the occasion of his leaving. The question of a successor is already agi- tating the minds of the good folks of Noddfa, but men of the Waldo type are few and far between, and probably a con- siderable time will elapse before a final se- lection is made. Presentation. A presentation meeting will be held at Clydach Vale Hotel, on Thursday, Decem- ber 7th, to present Mr. Willie Llewellyn- the international wing threequarter with a eold watch. An influential gathering is expected. Mr. Llewellyn is leaving to take up his studies in London, with the view of qualifying as a chemist. Miners' Federation. The local branch of the Federation Fund is not worked as economically as some people wish. Mr. Evan James has initia- ted a scheme by which some hundreds of pounds are annually saved. This scheme has been accepted by a majority of the workmen, but difficulties have arisen with the officials, of the old regime, and it will be some time before the new scheme will be finally adopted.
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TONYPANDY.
TONYPANDY. Quite a pleasant sight was presented to those who crowded the building ot the Theatre Royal on Thursday and Saturday evenings, when Hermon Juvenile Choir, under the con- ductorship of Mr. G. J. Roberts, Sherwood, Llwynypia, performed Mr. T. Aston Broad's operetta, entitled, The Golden Hair and the Three Bears." Eacli character was well sus- tained throughout, and indicated a vast amount of trainingat the hands of Mr. Roberts, Mr. James Williams, Tonypandy, and Miss E. Jenkins, Trealaw, during the past two months. The chief characters were as fol- lows Golden Hair," Miss Maggie Jones Woodland Queen," Miss C. A. Rist; "Bard," Mr. Richard Roberts Faithful Lightfoot," Miss E. M. Crocket; "Airy," Miss Jenny Griffiths "Will o' the Wisp," Miss M. Lewis; "Bi" Bhiin," Mr. Henry Jones; "Mammy Muff," Master Danny David Phillips, together with the chorus of "Forest Children, Life Guards," &c. The presiding chairmen were Councillor John Williams (Trealaw) on Thurs- day, and Mr. D. Jones (assistant overseer) on Saturday, who presided- in the unavoidable absence of Mr. W. W. Hood and Mr. L. D. Williams, Clydach Court, who were the le- rpective chairmen announced. The accom- panists were Miss Maggie Thomas (Trealaw), Masters E. J. Phillips and Tom Hughes stage manager, Mr. David Bryant; Mr. Rees Evans (Tonypandy) and Mr. Lewis Davies (Trealaw) being the secretary and treasurer respectively. The affair was a grand success, the building being crammed to its utmost capacity on ltoth nights, ar.d all appeared to thoroughly enjoy the united efforts of the Church and Choir were amply rewarded by the loud plaudits accorded them, and the substantial sum realised towards the bunding fund of the church, Trap Accident. On Thursday morning about 11.30 a.m., a horse belonging to Mr. J. W. Richards, Chemist, Llwynypia, harnessed to a trap, the property of Messrs. Lock «Sc Co., being startled by the tipping of a load of coal in its vicinity, bolted along Dewinton Street, dash- ing the trap against the Railway Bridge crossing the road near the London & Provinc- ial Bank. The trap was much damaged and the harness broke. The horse escaped injury, but was severely shaken.
HAFOD.
HAFOD. Fatal Accident. Early on Friday morning a shocking acci- dent, which ended fatally, befell a man named Humphrey Williams, who resided at 31, Wayne Street. Deceased was employed as a tipper, by night, on one of the Hafod Colliery I tips. The trams of rubbish are hauled up to the tip by means of a hauling-engine stationed at the top, and one of the duties of the deceased was to attend to the journey of trams when it arrived on top, so that the trains could be lowered on to the tip. A journey of trams laden with rubbish had been hauled up to the top, and it is presumed that deceased must have forgotten to turn the points, and when lie gave i he signal to lower the journey, instead of going on to the tips it went baclt down the incline and deceased, who was standing on the tramway, was knocked down, and two of the trams passed over him. He was picked up and conveyed home with all possible speed, and medical was sent for, but the poor fellow wit.s»i" _»V* wii died before he reached home. Jjeceaseu vVits" a widower and leaves a number of grown-up children, also an aged mother, to mourn his loss. An inquest on the body of deceased was held at the Trehafod Hotel on Tuesday, at 2 p-iii., Mr. R. J. Rhys, the District Coroner, presiding. The jury, of which the Rev. T. P. Thomas was foreman, returned a verdict of "Accidental Death." Obituary. Despite the mildness of the weather there is an unusual amount of sickness throughout the district, and many families are suffering heavily. Grim death has been very busy in our midst, and has left a gap in many a home. The somewhat unusual circumstance was witnessed on Monday of three bodies being conveyed by the same funeral, viz. :—The wife of Mr. Stephen Burgoyne; also the wife of Mr. William Evans, both of Ivor Street: and the child of Mr. Puddle of Great Street. We regret also to have to record the death of Mrs. Iveziah Williams of Morgan Street, who passed away early on Sunday morning; also of Mr. George Dawkins of Rlieola Terrace, who died suddenly on Monday. Both were well known and highly respected in the dis- trict Fortunately we have not always such a sad list to record, and much sympathy is felt for the relatives of those who have passed into that bourne whence no traveller returns." Rent Audit. The half-yearly rent audit of the Tymawr Estate was held at the Holiybush Inn on Thursday, at 12 noon. In the evening a large number of the tenants sat down to an excellent dinner. Mr. Montague H. Grover, of the firm of Grover & Grover, agents to the estate, presided, and was well supported by a number of the leading tenants of the estate.
FERNDALE.
FERNDALE. The friends at the Fountain street, Bethel English Baptist chapel had their anniversary services on Monday last. The Rev Gwerfyl James, Pontypridd,delivered eloquent address- es, and each of the services were well patron- ised by good congregations. Splendid collect- ions were made at each of the meetings in aid of the church funds. On Monday a Tea meeting and entertainment were held, and a good spread, together with a capital programme were gone through. The pastor of the church is the Rev. John Thomas. The tradesmen and others are working assiduously on behalf of the Reservists' Fund. Mr. T. Samuel, draper, has been appointed chairman of the committee, Mr. H. Davies, manager of the Co-operative stores, as Secre- tary, and Mr. D. Davies, newsagent, as treasurer. Councillor Morris Morris, Messrs. Robert Evans, D. B. Jones, J. H. Jones, Henry Davies and W. R. Davies have been appointed as collectors to canvass the various districts, and it is expected a good sum will be realized as the result of their labours. The workmen of the various collieries collected at the pay offices on Saturday last, when a sum of f24 15s. 4d. was realised. On Saturday next another collection will be made at the pay offices. The second of a series of competitive meet- ings was held on Tuesday evening at the Penuel Calvinistic Chapel. Mr. John Thomas presided. Mr Morgan Lewis was the musical adjudicator, whilst Mr Tom George adjudica- ted the literary compositions and recitations. Miss M. E. Thomas gave a splendid rendering of Wyres fach cd. Pu w" as an opening song, and a recitation by Mr D Howell Davies was very well received. The follows were the prize-winnersSoprano solo, Miss Gwennie George and Miss E. Jones rela- tion, Miss Emily Walters ami Llewellyn Thomas tajior solo, Mr Edward Kees reci- tation "The Women of Mumbles He,ad, Miss Evans; Hymn tune for those over40 years of age, Mr Dd. Walters and Mr. Pom George; for the best wit, Mr Tom Jones; alto solo, Master Sydney C Evans and bass solo, Messrs. J. Jones and Dan Davies.
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:=. NOTE-Owing to the great pressure on out grace—a record for a new weekly—Ave have been obliged to hold over several items* of local interest.
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Pontypridd Guardians Mr. Richard Morris on County Assessments. Christmas Beer refused the Paupers. Porth firm gives Mineral Waters. Mr. Godfrey L. Clark, J.P., presided over Wednesday's fortnightly meeting of the Guardians, when there was a good at- tendance of members. In accordance with notice, Mr. Richard Morris drew attention to the system of assessment for county purposes. His con- tention was that since the County Assess- ment Committee had decided to prepare a new valuation, that there should be a uni- form basis of valuation for the whole coun- ty. In the case of a El cottage in the Pontypridd Union there was 30 per cent. deducted, which brought the amount to jE9 2s. then there was an additional 15s. in the £ deducted, which brought the Ll house to L7 15s. A El house in the Bridg- end Valley was rated at £ 7 5s. in Aber- avon k7 10s., in Gower JE6 10s., and in the Neath Union, especially Glyncorrwg, Cym- mer, and Abergwynfi, t7 only. Of course, he had nothing to do with what the assis- tant overseer in Glyncorrwg district had done, in lowering it 15s. for p rochial pur- poses. He had nothing to do with that, because it did not affect the county assess- ment. In Merthyr there was a different system of arriving at the rateable value. In the Pontypridd Union the rateable value would amount very nearly to £ 1,000,000. He thought the other dis- tricts in the county of Glamorgan should be placed on the same basis as Pontypridd, or Pontypridd should be lowered to meet them. Then there was the rating of col- lieries. The Ton Colliery was charged 9td. per ton. They were now working close, if not in connection with Nantymoel. It was the same seam of coal, but in Nanty- moel, in the Bridgend Union, it was only 8 £ d- per ton, and there was very much greater haulage at Ton, because the dis- tance from the end working to the pit- mouth was not far from three miles, whereas from the heading in Nantymoel to the mouth it was not a mile. He was not going to speak a word against the Assess- ment Committee of the Pontypridd Union with regard to their basis of assessment. The only thing he objected to was that other parts of the county, for county pur- poses, was not based upon the same prin- ciple as they had adopted in Pontypridd, He held that the Pontypridd Union was the premier union in the United Kingdom, and he wanted other districts to come up to Pontypridd, and not Pontypridd lower- ed down to them. He thought the Union of Pontypridd was unjustly treated with reference to the rest of the county, and it was not only in the payment of rates and assessment, but they received very little return from the County Council for the great amount of money paid to them. Take the road and bridges. In this union they received nothing hardly towards the roads and bridges of that important dis- trict, but still they had to pay their quota according to the rateable value when that rateable value was placed upon a higher basis than o",her parts of the county. He thought it "(:; time to protest to the County A TV/rCommittee, and a_sk 'v fo IVlOna.Kring Merthyr, for "20 power instance, Bridgend, Neath, ana ,[, Unions to the same position as Pontypridd had already adopted. Mr. E. H. Davies, who was on the County As- sessment Committee, it should be remem- bered, was not responsible for it. He (Mr. Morris) to a very great extent was respon- sible, simply because he was over-ruled, but those that over-ruled him were gone. Mr. Davies would have an opportunity of showing his great knowledge of assess- ment in putting things right with the County Council. He moved that it is the opinion of the Guardians of the Ponty- pridd Union that a uniform rate of assess- ment be adopted through the whole coun- ty for county purposes, and that the reso- lution be sent to the County Council." Mr. R. L. Phillips seconded, and the motion was carried without discussion. The Beer Question. The Workhouse Visiting Committee re- commended that the usual Christmas din- ner be given to the inmates of the Work- house. Mr. James Richards moved the adoption of the report, and expressed the hope that the best of eatables should be provided, together with tea, coffee, cocoa, and water. They had before them a very good specimen of a teetotaller for nearly 73 years, and he looked as well as any who had taken drink. They knew the cause of the greater portion of the paupers being in the workhouse; it was drink. He hoped no one Avtmld tempt the inmates at Christmas, by offering them anything else tlrtin tea, coffee, cocoa, water, and the best of atables. Rev. W. Rees, seconded. Mr. H. L. Phillips thought the choice of drinks should be given to the paupers at Christmas. He thought hot tea, hot coffee, was not good after plum pudding a glass of beer would do more good. He moved that the choice of drinks be given to the paupers, and if the Guardians saw their way clear to grant that request, the beer would be given by some of the Guardians. The amendment was seconded by Mr. John Thomas, Hafod, and supported by Mr. Hieh. Morris. Mr. Thomas Williams, Porth, said a linn of aerated water manufactures (Messrs. Thomas & Evans, Forth,) had asked him to offer in their name 300 or 400 bottles of stoneginger, lemonade, hop hitlers, or any non intoxicating drinks. The offer was accepted. A discussion was then taken on the question as to whether the inmates should be allowed beer, with the result that beer was refused by 29 votes to 11.
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Theatre Royal, Tonypandy. —x— Mr. Charles Carte's admirable and specially organised company occupies the boards of the Theatre Royal, tonypandy, this week, in the highly popular musical play Great Tempt- ations." The plot is a decidedly original one, and the play in the hands of this capable company, is put before the audience in such a way as to arrest the attention and claim the enthusiasm of all. Each artiste sustains his or her part with vigour and fidelity, all blend- ing in makiriH the evening's entertainment a very delightful one. The costumes, scenery and stage eifect, are particularly good, while the dances are executed gracefully and with great regularity of movement. Mr. Duckworth I has a real üûd how, and playgoers who have .X rfeeiv tt sjjogld certainly vHt Theatre Royal to-night (Friday), or to'iuouow. Donnybrook." Enterprising and pushing Mr. Duckworth has secured for next week Messrs. Algie and Ernest Spalding's London Company, in the enormously successful musical comedy-drama "Donybrook." The company includes Mr. Algie Spalding, the popular comedian, as Billy Slim," and Miss Ettie Spalding, an equally popular and charming comedienne, as Sally, and a large number of local children, specially trained by Mr. Fred Comyns. New songs, dances, choruses, and dresses will be introduced into the play,^which will unquestion- ably attract crowded houses.
Rhondda's Help for the Warriors.
Rhondda's Help for the Warriors. Meeting at Tonypandy. On Monday Evening, a crowded meeting was held at Bethel Chapel, Tonypandy, to raise funds for the wives and families of the soldiers, sailors and reservists engaged on active service. Alderman Richard Lewis occupied the chair in the absence of Mr. J. D. Williams, Clydach Court. After an address by the chairman, the Rev. J. I). James moved the following resolution that this meeting regards with unbounded admiration, the bravery of the soldiers and sailors, and pledges itself to do everything on their be- half." This was seconded by the Rev. Dl. Davies, and supported by Mabon in a stirring Welsh speech. The next'resolution was moved by Councillor R. S. Griffiths That this meeting is of the opinion that all funds sub- scribed in connection with this meeting should be expended in accordance with the recom- mendations of the Soldiers and Sailors' Wives aud Families' Association." Mr. Tom Evans, checkweigher, seconded. He hoped that not only would the wives and children be taken care of, but that the soldiers' aged parents, who could no longer work, would also be well looked after (hear, hear). The Chairman explained that a near relative of the last speaker had gone out to the seat of war to fight for his country. Colonel Quirk, D.S.O., then explained the method the Association adopted to give relief. He found himself in a pulpit for the first time (laughter), and a-A a soldier he hardly knew how to conduct himself there. If he were given a rifle and bayonet instead, he would know what to do (hear, hear). He regarded himself as a Welshman. He joined the Welsh regiment 30 years ago, and had stuck to it. He had had the honour of commanding the the regiment, but now duty called him from it, he did the next bestthing and that was to com- mand the 41st Regimental District. The mom- ent the war began England, Wales, Ireland, and Scotland, were full of charity to those who had gone to fi^ht for them. If they were goiii^ to be practical there should be only one channel for distributing help, and that was through the Soldiers' and Sailors' Wives and Families Association. The Association was as well or- ganised as any body could be. tvery county was divided, and Mrs. \Villiams, Miskin Manor, the treasurer, was working on its behalf like a aslave. The Welsh people were of a rather sus- picious nature, and some of them thongh the money,was going to be sen t to Tin ibu ctoo or som e other'heathen- parts. Having had the money, the Association wonld consider it its duty to spend it in this or any other division re- quested by the donors (hear, hear). Judge Gwilym Williams followed. He felt by their enthusiasm and attention that the hearts of the audiences were with the associ- ation. If that were so, their pockets would "0 with their hearts, They were there be- cause of their charitable hearts, and their desire to do their duty. To do their duty was the highest thing which could be done. If there was distress in the land, it- was their duty to alleviate the distress, and there was no doubt the soldiers had the practical sympathy of the people of the Rhondda. The Tommies had done their duty nobly to their Queen and country, and lie hoped everyone would now do their duty in the way suggested. A "referred doing their duty in a v Anyone ut. ^er Ue truste<1 al] Some pt'ojjK, c >. ,i_ r \r <lvttv quiet unosentatious way, T £ would rise to the occasion ati<T(ffl*?ifLij«»» thoroughly and well. He believed tney would, for he knew the people of Glamorgan were inoculated with the feeling of charity (applause). Subscriptions were then invited, with the following result:—Mr. Sam Duck- worth promised to devote one evening at the Theatre Royal, Tonypandy, to the fund the Workmen of the Naval Colliery made a levy of sixpence per man, the total amount being £ 50; Llwynypia Steam Coal Workmen, a levy of sixpence per man, equal to f..60; Mr. J. D. Williams, J.P., gave £10 10s.; Alderman Rich. Lewis, £ 5 5s.; Mr. D. W. Davies, £ o ?s.; Mr. Geo. Davies, £ 5 5s. Mr. E. Hammond, M.E., £ 5 5s. Mrs. Thomas, Butcher, £5 5s.; Mr. H. S. Griffiths, £2 2s. Mr. L. Jenkins, L2 2s. Councillor D. Williams, £1 Is. Mr. Thos. Morgan, £1 Is. The chapel authoiities at Bethel, the Trealaw Mission Band, Nr. W, H. Evans, town crier and bill distributor, Trealaw, and also Messrs Evans & Short, printers, gave their services free of charge. A committee was afterwards formed, with Mr D. S. Thomas as Secretary, to devise a mean of raising funds. e
IFine Concert at Treorchy.
Fine Concert at Treorchy. Treorch3 folk, musically inclined as they are, fully en joy the rare treats provided at local Concerts, and no community could appreciate to such a magnitude, the superb quality of the singing provided at Bethania Chapel, Treorchy, on Thursday Evening. When we remember that the efforts of the Committee in securing such re- nowned artistes for a complimentary Concert, it is evident that there was a two-fold object to provide a musical treat, and to ensure an extensive patronage. And we cannot deny that the objects were realized, es- pecially from the sinking point of view, and to a measure- able extent, the attendance; was satisfactory The audience, at least, was composed of the leading gentle- men and ladies of the locality, which was not to be wondered at, when we had such leading stars as the following, contributing towards the programme: Soprano Miss Maggie Davies, A.R.A.M. Contralto, Miss Rachel Thomas (Llinos Penar), Mountain Ash Baritone, Prof. Dan Price, Professor at the Royal College of Music Violinist, Mr. Alexander M. Thomas (Ap Tydfil), l'entre; while the famous choir conductor, Air. Harry Evans, F.R.C.O., Dowlais, acted as accompanist. Naturally, from such a company, a great deal was expected, and it is only necessary for us to add, that expectations were realized. Extensive preparations had been made for the occasion, and the stage presented an animated appearance, while there was a cheerful and presentable look on the beaming faces present, the galleries with the reserved seats, pre- senting an imposing appearance. The Concert operfed with a pianoforte overture by Mr. Harry Evans, who was well received. A fine reception was accorded Miss Rachel Thomas, the popular and powerful contralto. Mr. Dan Price, the leading baritone at the Westminster Abbey, next appeared and gave a splendid rendering of the old favourite, The Village Blacksmith." An instrumental selection was the next item, providing an appreciable change. It was the first appearance of that renowned and promising violinist, Ap Tydfil, at Treorchy, after his two years' stay at Leipzig Conservatorium. 'He gave a most realistic performance of Mendelssohn's Allegro Vivace—a vivid and capital rendering which drew forth prolonged cheering. The Welsh Prima Donna, Miss Maggie Davies, was the next to appear. She had selected the surprisingly popular Italian song, Verdi's Ernani." It would be ailBcult to express an opinion in words, as to Miss Davies's performance. It was simply superb, the audience, being enraptured with the clear, thrilling voice, felt it impossible to resist the temptation of demanding an encore. Miss Davies readily responded with another fine rendering. Miss Rachel Thomas again figured prominently in rendering that spiritpd song, When the Heart is Young." Of this most effective item an encore was given with Gwlad y Delyn," which was loudly applauded. The next item, a duett between Miss Davies and Mr. Dan Price, sustained the undeniable excellence of the programme, and Mozart's "Grndel Perche" was given with such effect, intermitted with a little of the humorous, that an encore was inevitable. n', The with this request brought, the first portion "«i#T=faLnrogramme to a successful close. Another excel- lentfrom Mr. Harry Evans was secured, and mu..roEHfcvies followed Tip her previous snccesses wi"SS7s»-J>«.; !5'A3: wh«h r .jy-rtsrl" J™ as xx- favoured with "Simon the distinguished vtoliimt ,•% and highly artistic selection, and met with another hearty reception. The Contralto again came forward. Her item was "Caller 'Erring," which met with approval in applause. Mr. Price brought his contributions to a close with a rendering of Gounod's Nazareth," the concluding item being another dramatic rendering from Miss Davies. Miss Davies' last effort was the crowning point of the evening's performance, and it was evident that the singing deteriorated none. Miss Davies had another encore and had to respond, which she did with wonderful effect. With the singing of Hen Wlad fy Nhadau," the audience dispersed.
rPontypridd Police Court.…
r Pontypridd Police Court. -.Before the stipen(liaTY (,Nfr- Ignatius Williams), Mi. W- qnnter. Air. Edward Edwards, Dr. R. C. filter. Adulterated Whiskey. William Evans, landlord of the Arms, Hafod »■«;! DS adulterated whiskey. • analysis solicitor, Porth, defended. TL* ana y shewed the whiskey to be, 23J proof.—Defendant was hned ■ amounting to f, 1 98. 6. Stealing £ 8* Penrhiwfer, was charged wit from a ran, the ember-She was Aberdare, on the 8th No when bound over to come up for jnag11"3 called upon. George Williams and Cymmer, were each fine the highway on the 19th ulfc. The following were ^yniia^^come^ and disorderly :—lhoi«a- c0Hier, Hafod Clydach Yale; John Eduai(L, j Albert John White, collier, Blaenllecl.au an Mason, collier, Ferndale.
flhoridda District Council,…
flhoridda District Council, SPECIAL MEETING. At a special meeting of /cf/lor R S. Friday last, presided over by wait«d Griffiths, a deputation oicom^^ ratin;, 0f ujion the Council with rV'j ev ]iad grievance* collieries. They imagined they i in respect of the last w(lg instructed folly discussed, a'i<l the C niatter be to make a proposal that tl barrister of referred in a friendly w y committee ™ln»ppotatolTSfe/- "'e colliery owners.
More County School Governors…
More County School Governors wanted. At Monday's At Monday's Board, the Rev. petitioned for ft Charity Commissioners be. J rning Body of larger representation on There were 13 the Porth Intermediate S onjy Governors of the school, f«riJ. They two directly representing ™e R,)on. were elected in this wonno School dda School Board, one h} Board) four Board, one by Llaiitn-ant the Ystriul by the County Council, t«o «* membcrfl) District Council, two co-• p L]antrisant and the donor of the ° ijne(j had the and Elanwonno boards^ School same representation a* Y^ted he Board. Of all the cc]u,ol Board was thought that the the body most in contact ith u ills Rev. -rhomas Williams f that matter The Chairman ago, was brought before the The w&s when application as made. Xilan- that the act itself represent- wonno and Llantrisai -lutrict was ex- atives More the 1^ n'^ entitled to tended, so now the Rhoii of tj,e Llan- two more reprentatives ne had trisant and Llatiwonn „ Qwen, who ad- bruached the matter triennial period to vised him ft the end of 1^^ ^Tt!>?h« V' i r ri —- ors u. „>t pargyur our ov first obtain the vi «• ingbody." He suggested mak.ng re,.recit- ation to the County (iovernin- Body^and then, if successful, to the Charity C Mr. Lewis embodied this in his resolution, which was then carried.
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