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Cwm pare- Naturally, the chief topic of conver- sation locally has been the approaching District Council election, and. the pros- pects of the five candidates who are so strenuously militant" in the interests of the suffragists of Ward No. 2. Cwmparc, who are valiantly running a candidate on their own," are hoping that the issue will decide in tixeir favour, and that for the next three years a Cwmparc man will occupy a seat in our local Parliament- With such a plethora of candidates, 'tis rash to prophesy, but as far as we can ascertain there is little to choose between three of the Treorchy candidates and Mr. Jfivan Evans. The latter is fortunate in commanding practically the whole Cwm- paroian vote, and we are informed there is every probability of substantial help from Treorohy. This would certainly turn the scale in his favour, and Cwmparc j would accordingly wax exceeding glad," but like cricket, the only certainty about electioneering campaigns is their uncer- tainty. Is it a sign of decadence or moral advancement that competitive meetings j or concerts are fast losing their hold on the public taste ? Last Saturday evening such a function was held at the Park Hall under the auspices of the Cwmparc United Choir, but on the whole the affair j proved quite a failure. To some extent this might be attributed to the paucity of the items offered for competition and the smallness of the money prizes. Some of the solos attracted entries, but the pieces set for rendering were hackneyed and ancient, and afforded little diversion and no opportunities for appreciation to the meagre audience. That old and ever- green test piece, the hymn tune, "Hud- dersfield," attracted one choir from Tre- orchy, and they were awarded the prize. The music and literary adjudicators were respectively Mr. John Thomas, A.C., and Mr. Bonfil Davies, and under the circum- stances they did their work in an excel- lent manner. -+--+- -+- On Thursday evening last a very suc- cessful social tea was held at Soar Chapel, the proceeds being devoted to the funds of the Missionary Exhibition now being held at Pontypricld. There was a splen- did assembly of guests, and the catering, which was in the hands of the lady mem- bers of the church, was excellent in every way. A substantial benefit was netted,

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Ystrad. Miss M. A. Jones, who is leaving this country to join her brother in Canada, was presented with a solid gold watch last Wednesday night by the members of Tabernacle English Baptist Church. Mr. Groome presided over the meeting, and an excellent programme was gone through, which comprised the following —Piano- forte solo, Mr. H. Lawry; cornet- solo, Mr. Aston solos, Mr. Isaac Parker, Mr. D. J. Roach, Mr. Ruddel Davies, Mr. Idris Evans, Mrs. Phillips, and Miss Roach; and a splendid recitation by Mr. Arthur Bacon. The watch was presented by Mrs. Groome, who made a beautiful liu uie speech, marked throughout with good advice. The meeting terminated by sing- ing the hymn, God be with you till we meet again." Mr. William Thomas, William Street, presided over the last meeting of the Nebo Young People's Union, when there was a good attendance. The Chairman, although this being his first attempt at filling the important post of presiding at these meetings, went through his duties admirable and his words were full of acivice to the young people. The literary part of the programme was allotted to Mr. Ebenezer Thomas, William Street, who read a masterly paper on The His- tory of Ruth." The reader throughout his address proved very clearly that he was well versed in the Scriptures, and the manner in which he treated on the divinity of the nook of Ruth opened the eyes of everyone. The subsequent speakers spoke very highly of the excel- lence of the paper. Messrs. Rees Jenkins, William Lewis, J. LI. Evans, and D. J. Thomas contributed items to the miscel- laneous part. A hearty vote of thanks to the Chairman closed the meeting.

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Tylorstown. The inhabitants of Tylorstown turned out en masse" to have a look at Lord Alverstone as he drove through here last Saturday on his way to Ystradfechan via Penrhys Road. This is not to be wondered at, as it is not every day that we are privileged to see a real live Lord Chief Justice. Let us hope that the noble Lord was favourably impressed by what he saw and heard during this fleeting tour through the Rhondda Fach. -+--+--+- We understand that Mr. David Slater, the famous local walking champion, who sustained shocking injuries last week while employed at No. 6 Pit, Tylorstown, was on Saturday removed to Cardiff In- firmary. The inconvenience, not to say danger, of having to convey an injured miner all this distance accentuates the need for more hospitals in our colliery dis- tricts, and these could easily be provided out of the present doctor's poundage when the miners decide on a more common- sense application of their own money. As we understand that the question of re- forming the present system of medical monopoly is again down for discussion at next Monday's Rhondda District Meeting, we would suggest to the miners that they should not rest content until this money is devoted to the service of the many rather than to the enriching of the few.

Clydach Vale. Clydach Vale people are again to be congratulated on attending in such large numbers at Libanus Chapel last Thursday evening on the occasion of a benefit con- cert. Matthew Picton, Bush Houses, was the deserving recipient of the proceeds. He has been ill for the last four or five years, and has a wife and four children to maintain. Mr. J. W. Richards (member of the Board of Guardians) presided. The musical bill of fare was of more than ordinary interest. The well-known Welsh tenor, Mr. Trevor Evans, was the chief attraction, but the presence of Miss Ellen Morgan, Poartardawe (soprano), Miss Mary Richards, Rhymney (contralto), and Mr. David Evans, Morriston (baritone), was also looked forward to with much in- terest. The following programme was gone through —Pianoforte solo, La Hami ^Eolian (Smith); song, Queen of the Earth," Mr. David Evans; song, The Swallows," Miss Morgan; song, How vain is man," Mr. Trevor Evans (encored and responded with 'Rwy'n myn'd"); song, "Three fishers went sailing," Miss Richards; duet, M.ae Cymru'n barod," Messrs. Trevor Evans and David Evans; song, Poor Wand'ring One," Miss Morgan (encored and responded with 0 peidiwch a dweyd wrth fy ngbariad "); song, Cartref," Mr. David Evans; song, "Bwthyn yr Amddifad," Miss Richards (encored and responded with Zuyder Zee"); song, Cymru Newydd," Mr. Trevor Evans (encored and responded with Nothing else to do "); duet, In the dusk of the twilight," Misses Morgan and Richards; song, '• The Yeoman's Wedding Song," Mr. David Evans; song, Y Gardotes Fach," Miss Morgan; song, Mary," Mr. Evans; song, Good-bye," Miss Richards; quar- tet, Regular Royal Queen (" Gondo- liers "), Misses Morgan and Richards, and Messrs. Trevor and David Evans. The singing of Miss Richards was much ad- mired. She is the happy possessor of a voice of excellent quality, while her sing- ing is marked with much intelligence. Mr. David Evans also created a very favourable impression, the compass of his voice being exceptional. The accompani- ments were very efficiently played by Mr. David Lloyd, Tonypandy. Mr. William Evans and Mr. John Smith cordially thanked the pastor and deacons for the loan of the chapel on behalf of the Picton family, and Messrs. Mitchell and Richard Jones proposed and seconded respectively a, vote of thanks to the chairman, who fulfilled his duties in a very able manner. -+--+--+- A very enjoyable social was held at the Cwmclydach Schools on Friday even- ing, the 16th inst.. in connection with Miss Hawys Jenkins' (Central Hotel) night school classes, viz.. Domestic Economy and the Care of Infants. It

Porth. On Thursday and Saturday evenings, the English Congregational Church held their annual concerts. The chairmen for the respective evenings were Mr. W. T. Davies (solicitor) and Councillor D. Watts Morgan. Both gentlemen filled the chair with singular tact and ability. Mr. Davies spoke of the- great work the church had accomplished under very great diffi- culties. He also deplored the fact that there was not a. united choir for Porth and Cymmer. Mr. Watts Morgan, on Saturday, referred in very sympathetic terms to the great mining disaster in France. Later on, in responding to the vote of thanks, he pointed out that in a town like Porth there was not a meeting- house where concerts, lectures, eistedd- fodau, &c., could be held. Mr. Morgan s-oke very strongly upon the matter, and ,said that he would personally be willing to assist in getting a suitable. building. Both concerts were very well attended, and the audiences were very enthusiastic. The first part of the concert was of a mis- cellaneous character. Some excellent renderings of well-chosen songs were given by the following artistes: --Madame Mills- Reynolds, soprano; Madame M. A. Lewis, contralto Mr. John Roberts, Swansea, tenor; Mr. David Davies, Pontypridd, bass. Nearly all the items were encored, and the artistes generally responded. Pos- sibly the only drawback was that there was not a single Welsh item. B'le mae'r hen awelon P The second part consisted of a very high-class cantata, entitled Soldiers of the Cross," by Valentine Hemery. The committee is to be con- gratulated upon its selection. It reaches the high-water mark of sacred cantatas. It is especially rich in dramatic choruses and airs. Moreover, as a contrast there are some beautifully sustained numbers, full of rich, smooth-flowing harmonies. To do justice to such an excellent work re- quired an efficient choir, supported by brilliant vocalists, and both were there. The choir were well-balanced, rich in voices, and perfectly disciplined. The artistes did their allotted parts equally as well as the choir. The most taking numbers were the solo by the soprano, "Arm ye"; tenor solo, "Strengthen my arm"; the chorus, Fiercely the con- flict"; and the grand finale, Now, therefore, our God." Great credit is due to Mr. John Davies, G.T.S.C., who must have worked very hard during the winter months to bring his choir into such a splendid condition. He was very ably supported by Miss Thomas, Cert.R.A.M., at the piano, and Mr. U. Salmon, Miskin, at the organ. Miss Edith Davies did very well in a trio with the two female artistes, and made a very promising debut. To Mr. Smith-Davies fell the work of organ- ising and the success, financially and musically, of the concerts proved that he left no stone unturned in his work. They were ably assisted by Mr. Robert Farr and the Rev. R. E. Salmon, who superintended generally and worked. The usual votes of thanks were accorded to the Chairmen, artistes, and all who had contributed to the pronounced success of the concerts.

Pontygwaith. A grand concert was held in Seion Chapel, Pontygwaith, on Thursday even- ing. under the auspices of the Rhondda Fach Glee Society. The singing and reci- tations were of the highest order, and delighted a crowded and enthusiastic audience. The artistes were: Soprano, Madame Lizzie Jenkins, Cardiff; con- tralto, Madame L. Kendry, Penrhiw- ceiber; tenor, Mr. D. Thomas, Watts- town bass, Mr. Moses Jenkins, Ponty- gwaith; violinist, Master Samuel Rees, Pontygwaith (pupil of Mr. Haydn Gunter) elocutionist, Mr. Enoch Lewis; accom- panist, Mr. John Howells, A.Mus.T.C.L., Ynyshir. Mr. Howells commenced the programme with a pianoforte solo, Air Varie." Madame Jenkins sang "A Song of Sunshine" and "Giver of Life," and gave for an encore, Friend." Madame L. Kendry sang Y Fam a'i Baban and For all Eternity," and for an encore, The March of the Men of Glamorgan." For a duet they gave Life's dream is Mr. D. Thomas sang "Good Com- pany, and On away, beloved." Mr. Moses Jenkins sang Saionara (a Japanese farewell) and Three for Jack." They gave for an encore, Gwys i'r Gad." Mr. Enoch Lewis recited Hullo" in capital style, and for an encore Pleser- fad y Niagara." Master Samuel Rees, a Pontygwaith boy, played a violin solo, Ballade," in an artistic manner. If this young boy will only persevere, he will surely bo heard of again in the musical world. Mr. Moses Jenkins, who is also a Pontygwaith boy, has already won up- wards of 40 prizes, while recently Mr. George Riseley, the famous organist, re- marked that he had a beautiful baritone voice, and with professional training would surely distinguish himself. The artistes sang for a quartet, A Regular Royal Queen," with rapturous applause. It is to be hoped that a good sum will be attained, in order to place the Glee Society on a sound financial basis. The committee and the secretaries, Messrs. J. Drew and Baskerville, are to be congratu- lated on their labours. The chair was taken by Mr. D. Davies, schoolmaster.

Dinas. The Penygraig Chamber of Trade held a meeting at the T'ai Schools last Wednes- dav evening, under the presidency of Councillor R. Lloyd, to further discuss the necessity of a police station at Peny- graig and the addition of more policemen for the district. The Shop Hours Act and other matters were duly considered. On Sunday afternoon the ten-year-old child of Mrs. Gardner, of Dinas Road, was severely burnt. Her flanellette nightgown caught fire while the mother was absent, and the little girl's brother, in his en- deavour to extinguish the flames, severely burnt himself. The child still lies in a very precarious condition.

Ferndale. We are to be honoured by visits from quite a number of distinguished person- ages next week. The monstre bazaar to be held at the Tudor Hall, under the auspices of the Ferndale Cricket and Tennis Club, on Wednesday and Thurs- day, April 4th and 5th, will be opened on Wednesday by Mr. Fred L. Davis, chair- man of the South Wales Coalowners' Asso- ciation, who, though we cannot exactly describe him as a. stranger, does not visit the home of his childhood very frequently. On Thursday the opening ceremony will be performed by Mr. W. Brearley, Lanca- shire, who is described on the bills as the world's fastest bowler. The presidents for the two days will be Mr. D. Hannah, M.E., and Councillor Tom Jones, Tre- orchy. In passing, we may mention that an excellent variety of attractions will be provided, and the energetic secretaries, Messrs. Arthur Morgan and E. H. Wil- liams, are indefatigable in their efforts to secure success. But of this more anon. Not to be outdone, the local Conser- vatives are making great preparations for welcoming the president of the Ferndale Conservative Club, Sir James Rankin, Bart., Hereford, who will visit Ferndale on Thursday evening, April 5th, for the purpose of officially re-opening the club premises after alterations. Knowing as we do that the Ferndale public are more favourably disposed towards cricket than Conservatism, we venture to predict that Mr. Brearley will easily bowl" out Sir James as a counter-attraction. Scholasito Success.—It is our pleasing duty to chronicle the success of Miss Annie M. Williams, Gwawrfryn, who suc- ceeded in gaining a First Class Diploma in the South Wales Training School of Cookery, Cardiff. She is the daughter of Mr. S. H. Williams, the highly respected cashier of the Ferndale. Collieries, and formerly one of the most faithful and efficient members of the Rhondda School Board. The funeral of Mrs. Harris, of 21, Oak Street. Ferndale (who died on Wednes- day, the 21st ult.), took place at Llan- wonno last Monday. Great sympathy is felt for Mr. Harris and the large number of children who mourn the loss of a devoted wife and a loving mother. To be or not to be," that is the ques- tion which is agitating the minds of local 9 co-operators in regard to the proposed opening at Mardy of a branch shop of the Ferndale Co-operative Society. Two or three meetings have been held to discuss this knotty question, and strong argu- ments are adduced on both sides. Let us hope that, whichever course is ultimately adopted, the principles of co-operation will not be swallowed up in the desire for dividend.

Mardy. On Thursday night last a grand per- formance was given in the Workmen's Institute by the Mardy Male Voice Party, under the conductorship of Mr. Thomas Thomas (Asaph Clydach), entitled Arthur." The leading parts were excep- tionally well rendered by the following artistes:—Mr. Llew. Jones, Aberdare, in the title role, in which part he proved a great success; Miss Bessie Gibby, as Gwenhwyfar," was also well done; while the other parts were rendered with great credit by the following: -Messrs. Wm. Lewis, the popular Ferndale bari- tone, D. O. Jones, Thomas Connelly and T'. D. Lewis. The party sang most credit- len able, and the vast audience was delighted with the treat. On Monday the children of the Fern- dale Juvenile Choir paid Mardy a visit, and performed that well-known opeietta, Golden Hair and the Three Bears." The performance passed off very good, but

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Snapshots from Tonycefail. Uneasiness prevails among the Young Musicians." Last week, one could see them taking long rambles—some towards the Valley, others to the hills—returning wearied and hungered. No doubt, they had business in hand. One does not, in these days of enlighten- ment, consider sacred buildings a fit place for holding concerts, especially when the cause is undeserving. Tickets Tickets Tickets Will you buy one, please? This is what confronts one in all directions. What! Tickets issued, with name of building on top, before having consent for the use of same P Yes, yes; it is quite true. Some canvassers prepared an ambush for deserters the other night. It proved successful. The poor choristers were escorted back to camp between warders.

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transpired during the evening that these classes have a membership of close on 60, which speaks very well for the success of the new venture of the Evening Classes Committee. The tables were very daintily laid out, being nresided over by Mrs. and Miss. Jennie Jenkins (Central Hotel), Miss Maddox, Miss Rees, Mrs. Richards, and Mrs. Jenkins (Ferndale). After tea, in the regrettable absence of Councillor R. S. Griffiths, who has taken great interest in the classes, the chair was occupied by Dr. Griffiths, Miss Jenkins presiding at the piano. Songs were rendered by Miss Lily Hitchings, Isle of Beauty Miss Emilv C. Evans, Alone on the Raft" recitation, The Curfew," Miss Milly Jenkins; comic song, Mr. Win. Davies; song. "A Dream of Paradise," Miss Lily M. Davies; song, "When someone says Good-night," Miss M. H. Lewis; and Llew Bedw gave a, delightful rendering of The Village Blacksmith." The visitors present were Mrs. R. S. Griffiths, Miss Collins, Mr. and Mrs. Trevor Price, Mrs. E. Griffiths, Mrs. T. R. Davies, Mrs. Davies (Llew Bedw), and several others. A vote of thanks to the Chairman con- cluded the proceedings. -+--+- A competitive meeting was held on Tuesday evening at Gosen Chapel. Mr. Gwilym Edwards presided over a good attendance. The adjudicators were: Music, Mr. Gwilym Davies; literature, Mr. John Isaac. The competitions re- sulted as follows: —Soprano solo, Myfi sy'n magu'r baban," prize divided between Misses Gwen Matthews and Lily Davies alto solo, Master David R. Thomas duet, Larboard Watch," Messrs. David Morris and William Lewis; bass solo, Mr. Tom Jenkins; singing a piece of music at sight, Mr. David Richards; recitation, Miss Martha Ann Thomas; reading at sight, Miss Hannah Lewis, and Messrs. Evan Davies and Evan Jones; best answers to questions, Mrs. Phillips, Edison's Phonographs and Records. All the latest in stock at R. T. Jones's, Iron monger, Sheffield House, Treherbert. 159

they received very poor patronage from the Mardy friends. The choir was ably assisted by Madame Richards, Ferndale (late of the Royal Welsh Ladies' Choir), as Queen Miss Myfanwy Williams, as Golden Hair Miss Bronwen Williams, as Faithful Mr. Thos. Thomas, Ynys- hir, as "Bard"; Mr. William Lewis, as Big Bruin"; Master Tom Evans, as Mammy Muff"; and Master J. A. Lloyd, xerndale, as "Tiny Cub." Mr. T. R. Davies conducted, and also pre- sided at the piano, assisted by Messrs. Wm. Davies (llodges) and J. Jones, violinists.