The Rhondda Leader

The Property Market. _0n Tuesday evening, Messrs. E. T. Pavies and Co., auctioneers, Pentre, sold by auction, at the Pandy Hotel, five dwelling-houses situate in Gilmour St., Tonypandy. The purchaser was Mr. W. Iviris, of Penygraig, who secured the lot for the sum of £700. Messrs. Spickett Itnd Sons of Pontypridd, acted as vendor's Solicitors:

Penygraig. A. benefit concert was given at Pisgah ip-M.) Chapel on Thursday evening. Br. l- B. Llewellyn, C.C., presided. Valuable Contributions were given by the Penygraig 'biJharmonic Choir, under the c<^»ductor- sh:i.p of Mr. D. R. James. The other ^tistes were Miss Florrie A. Jones, Miss j^atie Owen, Mr. Charles Robinson, Mr. Charles' Mr. Thomas (Williamstown), 'lld Master Tom Rees. The proceeds are ltl aid of Mr. Evan Robert Jones, Peny- raig Road.

Tonyrefail- Monday last, the mortal remains of late Mrs. Hannah Sidery, wife of Mr. flenry Sidery, Caerphilly Road Tonyr- were laid to rest at Glyntaff Oeme- Deceased, who was n her 62nd Y?a.r, was a well-known inhabitant and Jjply respected. The Rev. — Greenslade Related, and a large number of friends Sent1 Tonyrefail anc^ relatives were pre- » On Tuesday evening, an I.L.P. meeting s held at the Institute, when Mr E. delivered a most interesting address a Socialism.

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Amusements. Hippodrome, Tonypandy. Parker and Parr are a rich comedy oouple, and mirth-creating is as natural to them as it is to drink water. Harry Leaton sings some excellent songs, and they take well. Mdlle. Polio performs some really extraordinary feats on the trapeze, her efforts bringing forth rounds of applause. Miss Florrie Cbnolly, the Irish colleen, sings a couple of Ireland's sweetest songs; whilst Little Don, a quaint figure with quainter sayings, really proves himself an eccentric of the first water. The pictures are also very interest- ing and well worth seeing. Tivoli, Pentre. Miss Lilian Lea, who tops the bill at the above place of amusement this week, fuily justifies her position. Beautiful scenery adds enchantment to her pretty songs, especially that of the Primrose Farm," which is one of the most charming sights the xocal stage has ever presented. Miss Lea's repertoire of songs, rendered with a peculiar style of her own, are, cer- tainly worth listening to. The Three Coopers are an entertainment in them- selves, their voices blending magnificently in their many popular items. An attrac- tive turn is that of the Weimars; the audience is carried back to the days of the Afghan War by Mr. Chas. Weimar, who acted as trumpeter with Lord Roberts during the memorable march from Cabul to Kandahar. He introduces himself firstly as a versatile musician, and appears Later upon the stage in his regimentals," and renders a self-composed song recount- ing the days of that arduous march. The refrain is taken up by his little daughter, whose singing is sweet and pathetic. Phern and Phern, in their musical act, are a success, and fully deserve the ancores accorded them. Novel and in- teresting jugglery is witnessed when bonneti and Corrie appear. The Dan Leno of the North, billed as Jim Topling, in his song, What the Sergeant said," creates roars of laughter, his quaint patter being heartily appreciated. Lily Blay, Morris and Rickards, and the Bros. Elalston, together with the Tivoliscope, M'e turns which provide Pentre with a ood all-round programme. Workmen's Hall, Ton. Will Stone's animated picture enter- jainments still continue'to attract crowded ludiences to the Workmen's Hall, Ton. rhis week, change of programme has ;aught on wonderfully well. We hope Mr. Stone will shortly start a series of sacred Joncerts for Sunday evenings in order to ounte)ract the disorderly behaviour of )ur streets on Sundays. Palace, Porth. A very special attraction takes the lead" at the Palace this week. Five Spanish artistes, the Juanitos, in an iriginal and most sensational perform- ance, appeals with great effect to the audi- jnce, and receives a great ovation. An exceedingly good turn is Lloyd Morgan. i light vocal comedian, he amuses and sickles the fancy of the audience sur- Htsingly, and creates lots of laughter. The same can be said of the Bros. Harrison, in ¡heir golfing turn. Expert dancers, fine, vocalists and patterers, they make quite t hit," though often declaring, You san't put it." The Miltons, skating iomedianSj are uncommonly clever; while .vy Adelaide is a very refined comedienne ind beautiful dancer. Rozel; the sensa- tional ^miiast, is great. His flight through ihe air is astonishing; it being one of the greatest feats of its kind performed before I ,h.e curtain. Dan F'ilmer is also a very jopular comedian and dancer while Dot Etardy, the famous low comedy artiste, is elally, good. Karr and Kooney, the come- lians in scarlet, are extremely funny and eoeive much applause. The Palascope Pictures are, as usual, delightful. Theatre Royal, Tonypandy. Our readers should not miss a visit to bhe Theatre Royal this week, where a iramatised version of Dumas' celebrated aoval, The Count of Monte Cristo," is being performed by Mr. Junius Booth's company. The leading role is taken by Mr. Junius Booth, who displays consider- able versatility in the various characters )f Edmond Dantes," Solomon Van Grippe," the Abbi Busoni," and the Count of Monte Cristo," and fully sus- tains his great reputation as a first-class actor. The play is well staged, scenery and dresses being excellent, and Mr. Booth is well supported by a capable company, who tackle their various parts with an energy and verve which compels the interest of the audience from start to finish. On Sunday evening, a grand sacred con- cert will be given, when the celebrated Spanish violinist, Signor Jose Gomez, and other noted artistes will take part. Next week will bring a return visit of Messrs. Travis Green and Arthur Hinton's company, in Home, Sweet Home," one of the most successful plays of the pre- sent day. The caste includes Mr. Arthur Hinton, as Stephen Armitage" and Miss Lydia Audre, as, Joan," supported by a picked company of artistes. On Fri- day night, Mr. Hinton will present his special version of East Lynne." Opera House, Treherbert. On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next, Mr. T. Morton Powell's company presents the dramatic novelty, Greed of Gold." This drama holds the distinction of being the only dramal of its kind in the world. It tells the powerful story of a man stricken dumb through fright, and who is subsequently accused of an awful crime. His pitiful attempts to explain, in dumb show, how the deed was commit- ted, is beyond description. The story of the dumb man is full of sensational and startling effects, but always natural.

Success of a Rhondda Doctor. We are very pleased to announce the success of Dr. W. R. Spencer Watkins, M.B. of Edinburgh University, afterwards the late Mr. Edward Watkins, under- manager at the Dinasl Colliery, who was ope of the rescue party led by the late Mr. Daniel Thomas, who lost their lives in searching for the unfortunate victims of the last Naval Cblliery explosion. In the year 1903, Dr. Watkins qualified as M.B. of aburgh University, afterwards returning to Penygraig assisting his cousin, Dr. T. R. Llewellyn, C.C., for a term of two years. From there he pro- ceeded to the Cardiff Infirmary, and became the resident medical officer of that institution, which he filled most efficiently. He left the Cardiff Infirmary about five months ago to study for the Fellowship Examination, which he subsequently passed a few weeks ago. He is now F.R.C.S. of Edinburgh. We heartily wish him further success in his high and noble profession.

A charitable concert will be given on Thursday, October 29th, in aid of Thomas Davies, Blaenrhondda, who has been unable to follow his employment owing to an accident. A large programme has been arranged, and many prominent artistes will appear.

Funeral of Mr. John Richards, Draper, Penygraig. The funeral of Mr. John Richards. Man- chester House Penygraig, whose sudden and unexpected death was reported in our issue of last week, took place on Friday afternoon, the interment being at Llethr- ddu Cemetery, Trealaw. Apart from the large number of rela- tions and friends who had come from a distance, a large number turned out to pay their last tribute of respect to one whom they loved and respected. All the shops were closed in the afternoon, and the members of the Chamber of Trade formed part of the procession. The Rev. James Morris, Llanstephan, officiated, assisted by the Rev. M. H. Ellis, Tre- alaw: the Rev. F. W. Cole, Cardiff; and the Rev. Ambrose Williams, Tonypandy. 1 iiere were also present the following Mr. JOHN RICHARDS, ministexs: -Revs. D. C. Jones, Peny- graig; E. Richards, Tonypandy; Thomas Manuel, Pontypridd; Emrys Jones, Peny- graig; John Morgan, Llwynypia; T. E. Griffiths, Penygraig; — Parry, Peny- graig; E. Arfon Jones, Dinas; Pugh, Penygraig; D. M. Phillips, Tylorstown; Williams, Wattstown; Wm. Williams, Pontygwaith; Michael Williams, Cil- fynydd; Evan Lewis, Gelligoes; R. M. Edwards, B.A., B.D., Barry; T. Deri Jones, B.A., Merthyr; and Mr. J. Lloyd, Barry. The chief mourners were —First car- riage; Mrs. John Richards (widow), Mrs. Jenkins, Aberystwyth (mother-in-law), Mr. D. Jenkins (brother-in-law), Mr. and Mrs. Escott, London (brother and sister-in-law), and Miss Roberts (cousin); second car- riage—Messrs. Evan Richards and David Richards (brothers), Miss Aggie Richards (niece), Mr. J. J. Richards (nephew), Master Evan Richards (nephew), Mr. R. Ractliffe (nephew); third carriage—Mr. and Mrs. H. Evans, Ynyshir (brother-in- law and sister), Rev. J. R. Evans, B.A., B.D. (nephew), Misses Lizzie and Sarah M. Evans, Ynyshir (nieces); and Miss P. Lewis; fourth carriage—Mr. and Mrs. .c.van Jenkins (brother and sister-in-law), Mrs. Alderman Griffiths, Miss Raddie Gri- ffiths, and Mr. and Mrs. John Howells; fifth carriage—Mr. Isaac Howells, Miss M. Howells, Mrs. J. Oliver, Ystrad, Mrs. Richards, and Mrs. E. Lewis; sixth car- riage—Mrs. Richards, Pentre, Misses Charles and Miss Lewis, Rev. James Morris, and Miss L. 0. Morris; seventh carriage^—the employees. Beautiful wreaths were presented by the following:—Mrs. J. Richards; Misses Evans and Rev. J. R. Evans, Yi^yshirj Ma*. David Jenkins; Mr. and Mrs. Escott, London; Employees; Employees of Man- chester House, Ynyshir; Penygraig Cham- ber of Trade; Misses L. and M. Evans Post Office, Penygraig Misses May and Annie Morgan, Pisgah Terrace; Messrs. Babb and Woods, Cardiff; Messrs. I. J. and G. Cooper, Cardiff. Mrs. Richards and the relatives of deceased have the deepest sympathy of a very large number of friends in their sad bereavement. 1

Unemployment and Nationalisation- Mr F. W. Jowett, M.P., at Pentre. Reply to Mr. Lloyd George. "Trifling with the People." Mr. F. W. Jowett, M.P., the member for West Bradford, was the principal speaker at a meeting held at Hebron Chapel, Ton-Pentre, on Thursday evening last, under the auspices of the local branch of the Independent Labour Party. Mir. T. C. Morris presided. Mr. Jowett, referring to Mr. Lloyd George's recent speech at Swansea, said that he had criticised the present system of industry, but the Socialists claimed that the same criticism had been inces- sant-.y urged by the I.L.P. during the past 15 or 18 years. The I.L.P. looked at politics from a broad point of view, and not from the ordinary politician's stand- point. They (the I.L.P.) looked at politics from the standpoint of the poor man and the poor woman, and they believed that if statesmanship in politics meant any- thing at all, and worthy of their attention, something would have to be said upon the great problem of poverty which was now in their midst (hear, hear). What was this problem of poverty? It could not be said nowadays, as formerly, that poverty arose from any lack of goods and food necessary for the human being's consumption, when production was so car- ried on as to render it certain at all times, and there, was ample food and ample clothing for all. There was no necessity for anybody to starve, and yet, in spite of that fact, there was a large number of people of whom it could be said that starvation and misery was con- stantly their lot. The late Prime Minister, Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman, publicly declared that there were 13 millions of people in this country continually on the verge of nauperism, and Mr. Lloyd George, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, at Swan- sea, gave utterance to similar opinions. In every large town, some problem faced them. Never in the world's history had work produced at a faster rate. The volume of trade and commerce had out- stripped the wildest hopes, and the ex- pectations of political economists had been surpassed; and yet this problem of poverty was continually with them. During the first half of the last twenty years, that section of the population which was assessed for income tax purposes was re- sponsible for an increase of 98 million pounds per annum, and in the second half this had increased to 246 millions of pounds. Alongside of this they had the appalling fact that no less than two mil- lions of families in the United Kingdom had not more than £ 1 per week income. In the face of this immense increase in the prosperity of the rich, there was to-day an absolute decline in wages. Wages, during the past year, had gone down month by month, and not only that, but the cost of living was higher by 20 per cent. than it was eight or nine years ago,; so that on the one hand they had this immense increase in the prosperity of the rich, and on the other they had the poverty and hard lot of the working classes. There was no unemployment problem, perhaps, in the Rhondda Yalley, but other problems they had. There was the hard grinding, continuous toil in order to make riches for the rich, and although it could not be said that there was un- employment in the Rhondda, still it could not be said that they did not have the problem of poverty all the same. Else- where, this gaunt spectre of unemployment was a very real thing indeed. The Trades Unions returns of the country recorded the fact that there were 600,000 workmen affiliated to them and out of this number no less than 57,000—and they were, the pick of the working classes—were un- employed to-day, and if they carried the proportion right throughout the working classes of the country by the same figure to the whole of the workers of England, it went beyond the possibility of doubt that there were from one to one and a quarter million of workers lacking employ- ment in the country at the present time. If the percentage of unemployed among the Trades Unions was 8.9, it was an abso- lute certainty that the percentage was far higher among the unorganised masses. Beside this great problem of unemploy- menu, poverty and low wages, all other questions faded into insignificance. The great war between the sects as to what particular form of religious teaching should be given in schools was too flimsy and un- important as contrasted with these facts and figures, which were admitted. The I.L.P. and che Socialists allied were the only section of politicians to-day who recog- nised in this social iniquity an all-absorb- ing topic, centred in the national well- being. Neither of the two great political parties pretended that they could remedy or remove this great social evil. Mr. Asquith, in his speech to his constituents on Saturday, October 3rd, said that he looked upon unemployment as being in- capable of removal and would always ] remain with us. Mr. Balfour agreed with him. It was true that both parties had suggested certain lines of action, which they pretended would to some extent j mitigate the present social iniquities. Tariff Reformers urged a revision of the tariff, and some went so far as to say that there would be no unemployment under a reformed tariff." Such a remedy was too foolish for words. It was too childish to think that, by placing shackles upon trade, that that would increase trade, and he was surprised that any c working man could listen to such a pro- position, which would enhance the cost of living, without providing a corresponding rise in wages (applause). Dealing with the present Government and their remedy for unemployment, the speaker said that he noticed that Mr. Lloyd George, at Swansea, spoke very vaguely of the iniquities of mining royalties, and also about the land ques- tion. He wished that his words meant something. If he really meant to nation- alise royalties, the I.L.P. and the Social- ists would help him with all the power they possessed, but to merely express a pious opinion that they should be national- ised, and to use words in that way with- out positively suggesting that an alteration should be made, was trifling with the public (hear, hear). Mining royalties would never be nationalised by a Govern- ment of which Mr. Asquith was Prime Minister. He fought deliberately and bitterly against the nationalisation of mining royalties in Parliament from 1892 to 1895, and for members of that Govern- ment, such as Dr. Macnamara, to tell an audience that mining royalties should be nationalised, as if it were something that the Liberal Government might be induced to deal with, was deceiving the people. In making such a statement, Dr. Macnamara should state plainly that he was expressing his own opinion only, and not lead. the people to believe that mining royalties would be dealt with by the present Govern- ment. The Liberal Party, generally, had mo proposal to remove the present iniquities The Labour Party had. They had a theory as to the reason of the iniquity. That theory was that it was due to private ownership and the means of production. Most of the factories and machines were owned by private owners, ana the remainder of the population were dependent upon them for leave to toil. Every improvement in that machinery and every improvement in the organisation of industry went to benefit "the class that owned the machinery, instead of being shared, as it should be, by the toiling masses. A new problem arose on account of the great strides in mechanical inven- tion and the organisation of science. The introduction of new and fast machinery resulted in goods being turned out quicker than they had ever been done before, and one magnate had publicly stated in the Jrxouse of Commons that in his factory, through the introduction of modern machinery, forty men could now turn out work which required the labour of 3,000 adults some years ago. The result was the glutting of the market; the produc- tion outstripped the purchasing power of the people, and then followed unemploy- ment. The Socialists' remedy for this was nationalisation or co-operative ownership of the means of production, and there would be an end to the problem. If pro- duction were speeded by new inventions, all that was needed was, the reduction of hours. The railway companies had come to the conclusion that competition was wasteful and disastrous, so they decided to organise for their own protection and for the protection of their dividends. The time would come when the State will have to step in and protect the public (applause). If railways were nationalised, these economies could be effected, not by dis- missing their servants as was done to-day, but by reducing the average hours. Thus would the public be protected, and what- ever was left would belong to the public and not to speculative shareholders (loud applause).

Letters to the Editor. Letters on any subject of public interest are cordially invited. The insertion of a letter does not necessarily mean that the Editor agrees with the views ex- pressed therein. Correspondents should write on one side of the paper only, and no letter will be published unless the luriter sends his name and address, not necessarily for publication, but as a guarantee of good faith. Straight-hltting."f To the Editor of the Rhondda Leader." Sir,—Your correspondent who signs himself A Sunday, School Excursionist," was in the chapel when I made the remarks to which he has taken exception, and for which I make no apology, and he should have kept his own counsel if he wanted to shield his identity when rush- ing into print under a pseudonym. I shall, however, claim a little of your space to answer his attack upon myself. In the first place, I have not taken a fortnight's holiday annually since I have been the pastor of Carmel Church, this year being the first occasion on which I have taken a holiday for the past twenty years, although I am entitled to six weeks and my outings free every year. I know of some, who axe not ministers, who have about six weeks' holiday annually, and are paid by those who toil in the bowels of the earth. Further, I have contributed I in hard cash ten times the amount of your correspondent or his amanuensis to the funds of the church and the Sunday School. Moreover, if every professing Christian worked so energetically, contri- buted so handsomely, and gave such un- grudging service to the cause as your correspondent does, my denunciation would have been unnecessary, as there would be no chapel, no interest, no debt and no Sabbath School in existence. And further, if he has not learnt my ideas of honesty infive years, it is hopeless for me to pursue the subject further. However, I do not mind making another attempt if your correspondent wilj. write an essay upon Go, work in my vineyard," and a little note by way of comment upon Acts ur. 35. If it would not be amusing, it might prove instructive. Sir, I say nothing against holidays. I have worked for the uplifting of humanity before your correspondent was born, and none of his carping criticisms will affect mv sayings or doings; but I affirm that, in view of the present deplorable con- dition of our Sunday Schools, the funds could be utilised to a better purpose than by handing them over to railway com- panies and restaurant keepers.—I am, yours, &c., J. LAMB.

Rhondda Football Echoes. TREORCHY 5pts., MAESTEG 0. Played at Maesteg on Saturday, this I game was very evenly contested, each team successively being on the aggressive. During the second half, Treorchy were kept on the defence, but a pass to Idris Evans enabled that player to notch the points which secured the Rhonddaites the victory. SWINTON 23pts., MID-RHONDDA 7. The Mid-Rhondda team created a favourable impression on their first appear- ance in Northern Union territory in Lancashire. Their opponents were Swin- ton, the club known as the Lions," which gained such a great reputation in Rugby Union circles many years ago. The Welsh- men had three changes from the side defeated by the Kangaroos a week ago, Simmonds superseding Edwards at three- quarter, Marchant appearing at the base of the scrum in place of Davies, and F. Jones figuring amongst the forwards to the exclusion of Bevan. Swinton were inclined to take Matters far too easily, and the result was, that their opponents had the major portion of tne play in the first half. The passing "f Mid-Rhondda was much admired, and they were indeed unlucky not to score on many occasions. Rees worked the scrummages very effectively, making several excellent openings for his colleagues. There was no doubt that the Welshmen thoroughly deserved their lead at the interval as the result of a fine effort by the full-back, Lewis, who dropped a magnificent goal from just inside the Swinton half- -+-O RUNOORN 15pts., TREHERBERT 2. Treherbert played pluckily against the Cheshire men, but the superior weight of the latter was bound to tell its tale. -+-O TON-PENTRE 3gls., MARDY 1. This Rhymney Valley fixture, played on the ground of the former, was witnessed by fully 3,000 people, and the utmost enthusiasm prevailed from beginning to end. The Mardy team hitherto had emerged triumphantly from every en- counter and it was with some anxiety that their visit was looked forward to. Ton were equally determined to hold their ground record.

Tonypandy Eisteddfod. 1907 8 9. Honours for the Offisers. The following honours have been con- ferred upon the officers of the above, in appreciation of the committee's gifts of Jb- to Porth Hospital. £ 100 to the Tony- pandy and T'realaw Public Library, and L50 to the Trealaw and Tonypandy Is ursing Association — From the Porth Cottage Hospital Com- mittee.—Life governorship to the chair- man, Mr. David Jones, assistant overseer, Llwynypia. From the Tonypandy Library Commit- tee.—Life honorary membership to Messrs. D. Jones, chairman; Fred B. Thomas, treasurer and G. Evans (Evans & Short), printer, Tonypandy; secretary. From the Nursing Association.—Life honorary vice-presidency to the three officers named.

Tylorstown. A serious accident took place on Mon- day near the Duke Hotel, when Mr. Geo. Harding, of Dolycoed, an elderly man, suffered a broken leg and arm, and now lies in a critical condition. The accident was caused by a collision of one of the Femdale Co-operative wagons with one of the trsknears.

Ton Talk. We trust that the non-smoker who worn. his wager last Saturday on the Ton v. Mardy match-a cigar !—thoroughly en- joyed it. We hope it did not make him sick; he ill deserves it. --o-+- What's in a name? A great deal more than most people think. Ask the Young Liberals of Pentre. We offer our hearty congratulations to Mr. Wm. Jones, the genial and popular assistant master at Gelli Council School, upon his long-deserved promotion to the headmastership of Blaenrhondda Mixed School. --o-+- Bethesda, Ton, of which church Mr. and Mrs. Jones were members, will greatly miss their sterling services. He leaves for his new sphere with the best wishes of his many friends. --O-+- The long-expected park at Gelli is gradually—very gradually—getting on. We trust that it will be ready in the time of the present generation. There is to be no night school at Gelli. this year. Ton and Bodringallt are the two centres for the district.

Tylorstown Topics. Just a reminder to Tylorstown folk that the building on top of the mountain is not a mansion, but an engine-house I .o-+- Don't get down-hearted, we may get the trams to run in that direction some day; maybe the next century. The singing at Horeb (W.B.) Chapel was not up to the usual standard at the anni- versary services this week. -+-O-+- Remarkable sermons were delivered by; Gwili," the well-known bard; and the Rev. W. Williams, Blaengarw, at Horeb on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. "0" What have we done? The other side of Penrhys mountain are fortunate in secur- ing a number of gaslights on Penrhys Road. .o-+- Are we to still keep on reading and thinking about When it was Dark," whea it is still dark? The first tram accident occurred at Tylorstown on Tuesday, which ended ia serious injury to a man named Harding. .0. We are pleased to learn that a large number of ladies have answered the appeal for collectors towards the National Life- boat Fund.

Ferndaie Filterings. Eureka! At last we have found it, the grand elixir of life! Ferndale, at last, is placed in the mr- er—we mean van, of scientific discovery, and is now enveloped in imperishable fame and glory. Talk of Socialism, the grimly tragic and ironical phrase of too old at forty in the light of the new discovery will be utterly meaningless, and henceforth be merely material for historical reference. Now we will divulge the grand secret to an expectant world, and receive its overwhelming thanks and praises; but ere we make the great pronouncement, we should advise the reader to be prepared for it. .0- Let the mind be fortified in every way; avoid as much as possible getting over- excited, so that no collapses of any kind shall take place. --0- Thus having taken every precaution we thought necessary to ensure the safety of the reader, we will now proceed to initiate him, and whisper the magic word, which, is—now, be ready-" Football." "O-+- Stars and stripes! Fiddlesticks I Bosh I Now be patient, dear reader. and respect our counsel. Now, we will explain and demonstrate satisfactorily that what we have said is correct. "0" Three young men of standing and re- spect, and of high reputation in scientifio circles, were passing down the main street on Saturday night, the 10th inst., dis- cussing as they went the light which modern research had thrown upon matters such as the basis and essence of life, &c. -+-o-+- Suddenly their conversation was inter- rupted by a woman, who bore all the un- kind distinctions which old age confers, her face being wrinkled and her hair white; yet the face glowed with the animation characteristic of youth, and her actions and movements were as those of a young woman of twenty. "0 Without conforming; to laws of etiquette of any kind concerning introduction, she eagerly and with a strange light in her eyes enquired what was the result." The young men were naturally quite at a loss to understand the strange creature and queer question. But upon asking her cf what result she desired information, she_ answered, after condemning them for hignorance,' that it was of the football match, "of course." The old lady's age is about 70 years. Treherbert Topica. Treherbert will shortly have the plea- sure of hearing that well-known Spanish violinist, Gomez. -+-0" This talented violinist will appear at the Hope (E.B.) Chapel, Treherbert, on October 20th. -+-o-+- In reference to the Baptist Zenana Mission, the annual tea will be held at Bethany Schoolroom on October 26th. -+--O-+- The Blaenycwm Orchestral Band, under the conductorship of Mr. William Davies will be in attendance.

Non-Unionist Question at Trehafod. A meeting for the further consideration of the non-Umonist question was held by the workmen of Lewis Merthyr Collieries on Saturday, at the Bethel Vestry, Tre- hafod, when it was decided to rescind a previous resolution to tender a month's notice to terminate all contracts at the eXUIratIon of this month. The officials of the lodges, aided by deputations, have during the last week done all in their power to avert such a stoppage, as such actions only serve to engender strife between the employers and men. That they have been successful to a very great extent is apnarent, as a very large number of persons, having seen the folly of their ways, have ultimately placed themselves m accordance with the requirements of the lodge. Hence the recission of the resolution to terminate contracts.