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Ynyshlr. On Christmas evening, a very success- ful competitive meeting was held at the Saron Congregational Church, Ynyshir. The officials were: President, Rev. E. C. Davies, Ynyshir adjudicators—music, Rev. J. Evans, A.C., Pontygwaith; literary, Mr. Wm. J. Parry, Porth. The various competitions attracted a large number of competitors, and were of a high order of merit. The awards were as follow: -8010 for children under 8, Jesus loves me, this I know," 1st Ethel Isaac, 2nd Allin Davies and Louie Raisins; solo for children under 10, "Arglwydd lesu," 1st Miss Maggie Harris (Porth), 2nd A. M. Williams (Ynyshir); solo for those under 14, Will you meet me at the Fountain? Master Ivor Kemp (Yuyshir); solo, "Y Deryn Pur," Mr. John Evans (Ynyshir); tenor solo, Wyt ti'n cofio'r lloer yn codi? Mr. Tom Kemp (Ynyshir); bass solo, Cwymp Llewelyn," Mr. Isaac Evans (Porth); solo, Tanymarian," Mr. John Evans (Ynyshir) and Miss Amelia Rees (Ynys- hir) recitation, 0 am ras i garu'r lesu," 1st Master Emrys Walters, 2nd Miss Ethel M. Isaac; recitation, Y Mab Afradlon," Miss Sarah Jones; recitation, Pleserfad y Niagara," Mr. Tom Kemp (Ynyshir); best letter supposed to be written to parents, Mr. Thomas Lloyd Davies; reading unpunctuated prose, Mr. Lodwig Griffiths (Cardiff). The duties of accompanist were ably performed by Miss Rachel M. Davies, Ynyshir. The meeting was a splendid financial and artistic suc- cess, and the committee are to be con- gratulated upon the success of their efforts. Mr. Ivor Williams, Bryngoleu, Ynyshir, ably performed the duties of secretary, and undoubtedly his conscien- tious labours will be fully appreciated. A highly successful concert was given by the Bethany English Baptist Choir (180 voices) at the Workmen's Hall, Ynys- hir, on Boxing Day. The commodious hall was crowded to its utmost capacity. The first part of the programme consisted of Noah's Ark," a kindergarten selec- tion, performed by 35 small children, the Ark being realistically painted by Mr. J. Vincent, Ynyshir; "A Little Farm in Ohio," a repeating song by 25 boys; Stocking Menders," by a dozen young ladies; Sneezers, Laughers, and Yawners," by 30 girls; and "The Um- brella Brigade," by 12 young ladies. All the songs and drills were very neatly done, and drew rounds of applause from the huge audience. The second part was the performance of Pattison's operetta, Freddy and His Fiddle," which is adapted from Sir J. W. Dasent's Tales of the Fjeld," a work of two hours' dura- tion, and consisting of five parts, con- taining very little dialogue, and of true operatic form. Freddy was admirably taken by Mr. Tom Williams, of Aber- sychan (an old scholar of Bethany School). His playing convulsed the audience, his humorous rendering of the part delight- ing everyone. Mr. T. Moses, a* the beggar, was good, his disguises causing much amusement. The solos and dtwts by Messrs. Moses and Williams were very effectually done. The Farmers," who were Messrs. David Rees, W. Davies, W. Williams, B. Rees, and W. Roper, did their parts well. Mr. Leonard Rees and Miss E. Pring made a splendid father and mother to Freddy, who, before he was grown up, was personated by Master John Lewis. Very pleasing duets were rendered by Misses Edna Preece and A. Williams, who were sisters to Freddy. The Sheriff," a leading part, was taken by Mr. Alfred Davies, whose acting and singing were much appreciated. He looked and played his part to perfection. Taken all round, it is unanimously granted that it is the best ever given at Ynyshir. The performance was particularly praise- worthy, because the participants were wholly taken from Bethany Church, with- out any outside help. The president was Mr. Wm. Evans, Ynyshir, who carried out his duties in his own inimitable manner. The choir was trained and led by the minister, the Rev. W. Harold Davies. The stage effects were prepared by Mr. J. Vincent, who, with Mr. Robinson, acted as stage managers.

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Penygraig. We are pleased to hear that the Peny- graig Philharmonic Choir, under the conductorship of Mr. Tom Howells, cap- tured the prize at Morriston on Boxing Day. The test pieces were Y Blodeuyn Olaf and He saved them out of their distresses." Mr. Harry Evans, F.R.C.O., complimented them on their fine render- ings, the first piece, "Y Blodeuyn Olaf," being magnificent. Mr. John Griffiths, Hendrecafan Road, secured the chair at the Glyncorrwg Eis- teddfod on Boxing Day. He has won many minor prizes at different eistedd- fodau, but this, we are told, is his first chair." Henceforth he may be called a bardd cadeiriol." He also secured the prize at Talybont on the best englyn to the H GneueD" (Nu.).

I Tonypandy. On Christmas Day, at the Ebenezer Vestry, the members of the children's prayer meetings (boys and girls) were entertained to tea by. the elder members of the chapel. The proceedings were under the excellent management of Miss Evans, Miss Mabel Jones, Mr. Henry Davies and Mrs. R. D. Jones, who have been working arduously in connection with the above children's services during the past year. The vestry wore quite a rejuvenated appearance in its disguise of festoonings and other seasonable decora- tions. The delicacies, which were pro- vided by Mrs. John Davies, Bee Hive, Tonypandy, were excellent, and contri- buted to make the event a successful one in every respect. The tables were pre- sided over by the Misses John (Ceinfan, Tonypandy), the Misses Richards (Bryn- awel, Tonypandy), Miss Bessie Jones, Miss Anne Davies, Miss Mary Thomas, and Miss Polly Jones. Mrs. Rees Jones, Mrs. John Davies and Mrs. Henry Davies presided at the buffet. After the tea, an interesting and well-attended entertain- ment took place, Mr. Tom John, M.A., presiding. The following enjoyable pro- gramme was rendered —Pianoforte solo, Miss Maggie Bowen; chorus, Bydd yn wrol," the Choir; recitation, Miss Ettie Davies; solo, Miss Enid Jones; recita- tion, Miss Gladys Evans; recitation, Miss Elsie Hopkins; song, Miss Lizzie Evans; recitation, Miss Sarah Jenkins; song, "My Saviour," Miss Annie Hook; dialogue, Misses Ceinwen Terry, Rachel Jones, Cath. M. Evans, Bessie Evans, and Mary Evans; solo, Miss Eunice Jones; recitation, Miss Rachel Jones; recitation, Miss Bessie Evans; duet, Misses Katie and Gladys Owen; recita- tion, Miss Maggie Davies; recitation, Master Willie Morgan; pianoforte solo, Master Arthur Bowen; punctuation com- petition, 1st Master J. Rees, 2nd Miss Harriet Roberts recitation, Women of Mumbles Head," Miss Harriet Roberts; recitation, Miss Beatrice Jones; recita- tion, Master Cyril Jones; solo, Miss Maggie Bowen dialogue, Master William Evans and Misses Mary and Rachel Evans; recitation, Miss Olwen Evans; solo, Miss Rachel Cooper recitation, Miss Jones; solo, Miss Gladys Owen; recita- tions, Miss Mary Hannah Evans, Master Frank Morris, Misses Annie Eliz. Morris, Lizzie Thomas, Doris Williams, Gwen- doline Thomas, Annie Williams, Master Eamund Williams, and Miss M. H. Thomas. The last item was a recitation by nine boys. A hearty vote of thanks to the chairman brought to a termination a very pleasant evening. The annual concert tea" was given to the choir of the English Congregational Church on Boxing Day, and in the even- ing an interesting and instructive pro- gramme was gone through. Solos were rendered by Mr. Geo. Symmonds, Misses Maggie Williams, Janet Gardiner, E. Haddock, Ethel Hawke, Nelly Lovering, and Mrs. H. Harris, interspersed by gramophone reproductions under the care of Mr. D. T. Richards. A feature of the entertainment was a reading contest for persons of any age, and the prize was awarded to Miss Janet Gardiner, out of nine competitors. Before the close of the, proceedings, a, surprise was in waiting to most of the audience, and also to the choirmaster, Mr. G. Symmonds, and this took the form of a presentation to Mr. Symmonds of a, valuable gold medal, with the inscription:—"Presented to Mr. G. Symmonds by the English Congregational Choir, Tonypandy, December 26th, 1906," and a beautifully framed photo of the choir. The presentation was made by Mrs. Alice Howells, who in a very appro- priate speech, on behalf of the choir, thanked Mr. Symmonds for his past ser- vices, and hoped that it would not be the last occasion of the kind, and that many a happy Christmas gathering would Ve spent together at the chapel. These remarks were supplemented by Mr. Rees and Mr. T. Batten, who both impressed upon the choir the. necessity of rallying around their conductor, who is on many occasions making great sacrifices of time and labour for their welfare. The secre- tary and treasurer, Messrs. J. Wilkins and T. Dicker, are untiring in their efforts with Mr. Symmonds of making this _u_

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choir one of the best musical gatherings 1 in the community. Votes of thanks were given to the chairman (Mr. T. Batten) and the ladies who presided so ably for the inner man, namely, Mrs. A. Howells, Mrs. Harris, Mrs. Symmonds, Mrs. Mor- gan, and the Misses Lily Davies, Florrie Lock, and Maggie Williams. The render- ing of the solo, Flee as a bird," by our rising Mid-Rhondda contralto, Miss Emily Haddock, brought a most delightful enter- tainment to a close. We are informed that the Rev. T. Bowen Harris, the pastor of the English Congregational Church, Tonypandy, has received a pressing and unanimous in- vitation to the pastorate of the Congre- gational Church at Street, Somerset. His numerous friends hope that, in the in- terests of the district, he will decide to remain in his present sphere of labour. Since his advent to this district, some three years ago, he has endeared himself to everyone with whom he has associated, both in his own church and outside. As secretary of the local Free Church Council and president of the Progressive League, he has worked hard toward the uplifting of mankind in this populous neighbour- hood. Whatever his decision may be, we trust that he will be spared for many a year for his Master's service.

Tony ref ail. Christmas has come and gone, and' people have once more settled down to the ordinary routine of daily life. Yule- tide passed off very quietly here; pro- bably the cold snap and the considerable downfall of snow had something to do with it, and the large number of people who are suffering from severe colds and influenza. The Bible Christian friends held their annual bazaar at the Council Schools, and we are pleased to learn that it proved a success in every particular. It is expected that, as a result of the sales and entertainments, between £ 50 and R60 will be realised. The Tonyrefail Choral Society, under the conductorship of Mr. W. J. Lewis, A.C., gave two performances of Dr. Coward's historical cantata, Magna Charta," on Christmas Day. The role of King John was taken in quite a kingly style by Mr. David Williams, Penygraig. Stephen Langton, the good and demo- cratic Archbishop of Canterbury, was well represented by Mr. Phil. Jones, Tony- refail, and pupil of the eminent Signor Emmini, of Cardiff. Mrs. Reynolds- Morgan, Trealaw, took the part of Justice, and her singing throughout the work was indeed a faithful representation of the role she undertook. Mr. L. D. Lewis, at the piano, and Mr. John Llewellyn, Peny- graig, at the organ, performed their func- tions in their usual able manner. The chairman of the, afternoon performance, Mr. Daniel Enoch, failed to attend, having to keep to his room through a severe attack of influenza, and Dr. Munro apologised to the audience for his absence. The attendance at this performance was very poor, and no doubt discouraged the choir to an extent. They showed a great tendency to hurry the choruses, and lacked unity. The chair at the evening performance was taken by the Rev. D. J. Thomas, curate-in-charge of St. David's Church. The hall was packed to its utmost capacity. Mr. Thomas, in his opening address, gave a splendid sum- mary of the reign of King; John, and what led to the signing of the "Magna Charta." The audience were thus much better able too appreciate the trend of the argument in the cantata. The soloists each rendered a song before beginning the cantata, Fy Mam," by Madam Reynolds- Morgan, being very effective. The per- formance of the choir fully made up for the lack of energy of the afternoon. Beginning with the chorus, Dear Eng- land, Realm of Liberty," the audience were taken by surprise. That fine chorus, Long as our arms are strong," was ren- dered splendidly, as also were the prayer, We seek Thy help, Thou Friend Divine," and the choruses, lo arms and Hurra, hurra." The final chorus, The Lord hath done great things for us," followed by the fugue, Exalt the Lord," was the climax of the choir's success, the basses especially being brilliant. Mr. David Williams took the part of King John in fine style, especially in Followed about from town to town and Each courtier's face around me wears a scowl." Mr. Phil. Jones, as Langton, was in capital form, his renderings of the recit., Your wishes, worthy knights," and the most difficult solo, Called of God," being a treat. Madam Reynolds-Morgan, as Jus- tice, gave capital renditions of "Alas! when Kings so low degrade" and Ah! then doth Justice mourn and droop." Musically, this performance was a treat, and requests have been made from many quarters for its repetition. Great credit is due to Mr. Lewis, the conductor, and to the choir, composed of youthful mem- bers, for their efforts. Fnancially, the undertaking did not prove very success- ful. This is a pity, for after long and arduous work the choir deserved better support.

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Gilfach GGCh. At an eisteddfod held at Bridgend on Boxing Day, Mrs. M. Parry won half the prize for the contralto solo, and her hus- band, Mr. Edwin Parry, secured the prize for recitation. Master Aneurin Parker won the violin solo. We congratu- late them upon their success. On Christmas Day, a. grand chair eis- teddfod was held at Bethania Chapel, Evanstown. There was a good atten- dance, and the competitors were numer- ous. The conductor was Mr. S. Thomas, Gilfach Goch. The adjudicators were:- Music, Mr. Tom Lucas, A.C., Ogmore Vale; literature, the Rev. T. Thomas, Tonyrefail; whilst the [accompanist was Mr. S. Phillips, Gilfach Goch. The awards in the afternoon meeting were as follow —Opening solo, iMinnie Phillips; pianoforte solo, B. Adams; solo for chil- dren, M. A. Jones; recitation for girls, J. Davies; -solo for boys, prize divided between Willie Harris and J. Griffiths; duet for children, Lizzie and M. H. Morris; solo for girls, Lizzie Morris; recitation for boys, D. Morgan (Tony- refail) tenor or bass solo, T. Evans; juvenile choirs, two choirs competed, viz., Evanstown Choristers (conductor, Mr. Llew. Morgan) and Gilfach Choristers (conductor, Mr. Willie Edwards). The latter was awarded the prize. Evening meeting: -Opening solo by Mr. E. Evans caused much amusement, having been composed specially for this eisteddfod; soprano solo, Lizzie Morris recitation, A. Edmunds; tenor solo, W. Rees; reci- tation, M. H. Morris; best speech, sub- ject John Penry the Welsh Martyr," A. Miles; best rendering of "Bethany," prize divided between A. Edmunds and Herbert Jones; recitation (own selection), prize divided between Miss Jarvis (Llan- harry) and Edwin Parry; bass solo, W. Rosser; chief choral, two choirs com- peted, viz., Gilfach Goch Minstrels (con- ductor, Mr. Jacob Jones) and Evans- town Minstrels (conductor, Mr. J. Jones). The prize was awarded the latter amid great applause. The duties of secretary were ably carried out by Mr. Richard Miles, Llanharran Cottages. Great praise is due to him for the energetic manner in which he performed his duties. --+- On New Year's Eve, the Male Voice Party held a social at Bryn Seion Vestry (kindly lent for the occasion). Between 60 and 70 ladies and gentlemen partook of an excellent supper, which had been catered for by Messrs. Evan Jones (grocer) and A. Morgan (butcher). The ladies who assisted with the tables were: —Mrs. Evans, Mrs. Morgans, Mrs. Priddle, Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Jenkins, Mrs. Rowlands, Misses E. Palmer, L. Thomas, L. Edwards, M. Jones, M. and L. Parker, M. David, and S. Daniels. The secretary was Mr. Oliver Williams. For cheap Children's Jackets and Long Coats, go to John Hopkins, Stortford House, Gilfach Goch, from 1/1] upwards. 3119

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Porth. The Rev. R. B. Jones, pastor of Ainon Baptist Chapel, Ynyshir, has accepted an unanimous and pressing invitation to conduct mission services in America. The invitation was directed by tlie North Pennsylvania Association. The reverend gentleman, who is exceedingly popular, and who is in great demand in religious conferences, will leave for America in February next, and will be absent from the district for something like three months. There has been sufficient music in the district during the holidays to make even the most fastidious satisfied. In addition to the excellent performance by the Porth Harmonic Society, concerts were held at the Cymmer Independent Chapel, Caersalem Newydd, and Pisgah Chapel. The artistes engaged for the former were —Miss S. G. Parry, Miss M. A. Collins, Miss J. Thomas, and Miss G. Watkins; Mr. D. E. Davies and Mr. Tom Richards; elocutionist, Mr. J. H. Davies, Ynyshir. The chairmen were the Rev. J. T. Davies (pastor) and Alderman Morgan Williams respectively. Mr. J. Palmer, accom- panist, discharged his duties in an effi- cient manner. The Caersalem Newydd Church had also arranged a splendid series of concerts for Christmas and Boxing nights, and New Year's Eve. The chairman on Christmas night was Mr. Thomas Richards, M.E., Llwyncelyn and the artistes were: Soprano, Madame Hannah Jones, Cymmer; contralto, Miss Lily Mansel Edwards, Porth (soloist, Royal Welsh Ladies' Choir); tenor, Mr. Wm. Davies, Trealaw (late of the Leeds Musical Fes- tival Concerts); bass, Mr. John Williams (Eryr Afan), of the Patti, Albert Hall, and Queen's Hall Concerts; elocutionist, Miss Maggie Bevan, Caerphilly; accom- panist, Mr. A. M. Setter, Llwynypia. The Sisters Thomas, Cymmer, had also been engaged, but they were reluctantly obliged to forego the engagement in consequence of the death of their uncle, Mr. Taliesin Hopkins. This concert turned out a com- plete success, and the same can be said of the performance held on the following night, which, however, took the form of a recital, and over which Mr. E. S. Wil- liams, M.E., presided. The Cymmer Col- liery Brass Band, under the conductor- ship of Mr. George F. Martyn, had been engaged, together with Mr. C. Haydn Gunter. Miss Bevan, Mr. John Williams, and Mr. A. M. Setter were also engaged for this event. The concert on New Year's Eve was presided over by Mr. William Evans (Thomas & Evans), and the artistes were: Soprano, Madame Hannah Jones, Cymmer; contralto, Miss L. M. Edwards, Porth; tenor, Mr. Tom Abraham, Oymmer; and baritone, Mr. Dewi E. Davies, Cymmer; elocutionist, Miss Richards; violinist, Mr. C. Haydn Gunter. There were also engaged Mr. Tom Bryant, the noted harpist; and Eos Dar; and their joint contributions of penillions were much appreciated, and gave a delightful piquancy to the concert. Mr. Bryant fully sustained the high encomiums bestowed upon him, and the same can be said of Mr. Gunter, who gave a masterful interpretation of The Witches' Dance." The Caersalem United Choir, under the conductorship of Mr. Gomer Morgan, also rendered in excel- lent style the following glees: Yr Haf," Hail! Shining Morn," and Ffarwel i ti, Gymru." The chairman was the re- cipient of a hearty vote of thanks, which was proposed by Mr. Wm. Rosser, and seconded by Councillor Thomas Griffiths, J.P. The promotion of these concerts involved an immense amount of work, and the committee are deserving of the highest praise for having brought them to such a successful issue. There were no less than 2,000 tickets sold, so this will give the reader some idea, as to the extent of the secretarial work, a department which was well looked after by Mr. Gwilym James.

Wattstown. A very enjoyable smoking concert was held by the local branch of the Bristol and West of England Operatives' Trade and Provident Society at the Wattstown Hotel, the object of which was to pro- vide a fund for distress locally. A very capable and tactful chairman was found in the person of Mr. Noah Pulling, Fern- dale, one of the General Councillors of the Society. A programme of exceptional quality was presented, the singing of Mr. Moses Jenkins, Mr. Jenkins' Party, and the whistling solo by Mr. Robert Rees Ferndale) being the chief items. Other good contributions to the programme were —Comic songs, Mr. Aukey Atkins; song, Mr. Tom Davies (Bailey Street); song, Mr. Wm. Rogers; song, Mr. Thos. Thomas; song, Mr. David Day; and a recitation by Mr. Lewis Rees. Mr. E. T. Woods, the well-known pianist, performed the accompaniments. The announcement of the death of Bro. Brimble was received in sympathetic silence. The second day of the bazaar held in connection with the Calfaria Baptist chapel at the Council Schools, Watts- town, was apparently as well attended as

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Williamstown. A social tea and entertainment was held at Nazareth (C.M.) Chapel on New Year's Eve, under the auspices of the South Wales Women's Temperance Asso- ciation. The associations intend building a Rescue Home in the Rhondda Valley, and for this object the above tea, etc., was made by the Penygraig and District Branch. An institution of this kind is greatly needed in our populous Valley, and we are pleased to find that an united effort is being made by Women's Temper- ance Associations. We sincerely hope that success will crown their laudable work, and that wealthy philanthropists will support them. Over three hundred sat down to tea on Monday evening, and each of them was satisfied, although it was noticed that much more was required for some than others ere they were satisfied. It was an excellent spread. A great quantity of the eatables had been supplied gratis by different well-wishers; others had contri- buted sums of money. The vestry had been prettily and tastefully decorated. The tables were ably presided over by the following:—Mrs. H. Powell, Misses M. A. Williams, S. John, E. A. Jones, K. Howells and B. Thomas, Mrs. T. Matthews, Mrs. Harries, Mrs. A. Williams, Mrs. Jenkins, Miss Ethel Davies, Mrs. J. and Misses Lewis, Misses M. A. Davies, E. Jones and James, Mrs. Thomas, Misses Maud James and L. Thomas. The carving was done by Mrs. Martin, Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Davies, Mrs. R. Jones, and Mr. W. Griffiths. Support was also given by Mrs. and Miss John Davies, with Mrs. Pearce and Miss M. A. Roberts, as superinten- dents. The chairman for the evening was the Rev. A. C. Pearce. The following programme was gone through —Address, the Chairman; overture, Miss Maud Morgan; solo, Miss Mary James; solo, Miss Annie Jones; recitation, Miss Bessie Jones; recitation, Evans; solo, Miss Minnie Owen; solo, Miss Gwen Atkins; recitation, Master Moses Davies; recita- tion, Miss Olwen Alexander; duet, Misses Annie Harries and Bessie White recita- tion, Miss Mary Jones; solo, Mr. David Evans (Llwynypia); recitation, Miss Jane Richards chorus by the Ladies' Choir (conductress, Miss Mima Evans) recita- tion, Miss S. A. Jones; pianoforte solo, Miss J. Richards; recitation, Miss Lizzie Lewis solo, Madame Reynolds-Morgan solo, Master Dan Harries. A recitation was read, composed for the occasion, by Mrs. Powell. The children were also entertained in the chapel by listening to selections of music, etc., by the gramo- phone, manipulated by Mr. Rd. Davies. The social was a great success, and much praise is due to the energetic secretary, Miss M. A. Roberts. The treasurer is I mi1 Miss ivil. A. inomas.

Pentre. A concert was held at the Albert Street Primitive Methodist Chapel on Thursday evening of last week. The concert was organised and the artistes obtained through the instrumentality of Mr. W. R. Taylor, Sherwood, Llwynypia, and the proceeds will go towards the Trust Fund of the chapel. The programme, which was very much appreciated, was as fol- lows —Pianoforte solo, Master D. M. Hammond, Trealaw; recitation, The Husband's Vow," Mrs. Charles (Tony- Raiidy) solo, Mr. R. Bebb, Treorchy; flute quartet, Messrs. J. Taylor, M. Rees, J. Turner and C. Rees (members of the renowned Llwynypia Prize Flute Band); solo, Miss Beatrice John, Trealaw piano- forte solo, Master D. M. Hammond; reci- tation in character, The Quack Doctor," Mr. Geo. Williams, Dinas; flute solo, Master C. Rees, Llwynypia,. a lad of 11 summers, who played splendidly; solo, Mr. R. Bebb, Treorchy; recitation, The Road to Heaven," Mr. Geo. Williams; flute quartet by same party as above; solo, Miss B. John. Master D. M. Ham- mond, Trealaw, proved himself an effi- cient accompanist, despite his youthful- ness; and the others who took part acquitted themselves creditably. The chairman, Mr. G; H. Rule, gave some pointed remarks at the close, and eulogised the artistes for their renderings. Votes of thanks to the chairman and artistes brought an enjoyable evening to a close.

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