The Rhondda Leader

-1 J LOVBLYTEETH I I A Complete Set (UPPER OR LOWER) I From El Is. Od. Note the Address- 1 Willie Llewellyn, I UP-TO-DATE CASH CIIKMIST, 1 TONYPANDY and CLYDACH VALE I 4467

Mid-Rhondda Musings. It is an ill wind that blows nobody good. "0" We learn of one person, at least, in Mid-Rhondda that is doing well out of the strike. .0 We refer to the town crier, who is as busy as the proverbial busy bee." He may. be seen at all hours crying," yet smiling! --+-0- Soup kitchens are being commenced to allay the sufferings of the bairns owing to the distress that is prevalent in our neiglibo urh oo d, --o--+- The present strike will stand out in history as being the first in which meet- ings in connection with it have been held on the Sabbath. People that can remember the strikes of the seventies cannot remember such an occurrence before. -o--+- With the Hunger Marchers, miners' meetings, political meetings, and the tramcars running, Sunday in Mid- Rhondda is getting a regular Continental Sabbath. --+-0" Our local pawnbrokers are very hard up for trade. "0" The other day, a young girl was going down the street with some clothing under her arm, which she was returning to a shop from which she had them on appro- bation, "0- The pawnbroker accosted her and asked her if she wanted to pledge the articles, as he was in the line, and would oblige her by taking the goods. Next, please! -0" At an old people's supper a venerable lady was seen making extraordinary facial contortions. -+-o-+- Are you ill? asked one of the enter- tainers in some alarm. "No," she re- plied; but I've treated myself to a pickled onion, and I've nobbut yin tooth, and I'm tryin' to spike it." Two Mid-Rhondda colliers recently visited London, and went to the British Museum J -+-O-+- When they reached the Egyptian room one of them pointed to- a mummy, and in bated tones asked his friend, "Shoni what is that ?" -+-0" Shoni: Well, Dai, man, don't you know? That's a mummy." Dai: "What's a, mummy, Shoni?" Shoni: Don't you know, man ? A mummy is a dead body, man." Dai: Well, what is that B.C. 124 on the bottom, Shoni?" Shoni: "Don't you know, man? That's the bloomin' motor-car that killed lim."

Pentre Pellets. It is rumoured locally that the famous T. D." intends publishing an interesting book, entitled Chats with Celebrities." It is not true that the Queen has graciously consented to accept an advance copy. o-+- A well-known local widower is evidently very much enamoured with the charming Lily" at the Tivoli this: week. Should her persuasive powers prevail, we sin- cerely hope that he'll Sout-ter" (suit her). -+-0'- One privilege of being a tram-driver is that he may use whatever language he pleases. Let the passenger try it on and he's nabbed. Perhaps the inspectors will make a note of this. Strange but true. The identical per- sons who a short while ago proclaimed the portico of an Ystrad Road establish- ment to be a mar upon the improvements effected, are generally found sheltering there during a shower of rain.

Notice to Hotel Keepers, Householders and Dealers. GREAT SALE by Public Auction Linoleums, Carpets, Rugs, Lace Curtains, Sheets, Quilts, Marble Clocks, Oil Paintings, Cutlery, Plated Goods and China of every kind. A. H. C. WILSON, Auctioneer & Valuer, has been favoured with instructions to sel by Auction the whole stock of the largest Bankrupt and Job Lot Buyers of London at DANIX'S SALE ROOM, TONYPANDY, To-night at 6, And Every Evening tor a Short Time. This firm being the largest firm for Hiring out Carpets for Parties and special occasions, have over 360 on hand of last year's patterns, which they wish to sell out without reserve. The Carpets are p-erfeeti, tho only fault is that they are last year's designs. Axminster Carpets to the value of zCB oadli will be sold at 20JTois'ofIsek 'Cork Linoleum, in 1 yard to 20 yard Remnants, left from fitting out ships' cabins, saloons, waiting rooms, law oouirts, cte. All the Rolils are last year's designs and must be sold. 1,500 White and Coloured Tablecloths. J cu 2.007 Pairo Lace Carta ins, just obtained from a large Bankrupt'Stock at Nottingham 3'000 Pairs of Socks and Handkerchiefs., fiom a large fire at London. 211 Pairs Blankets. 263 Odd Pieces of Carpet, slightly burnt. 500 Umbrellas, which have been lost dn railways. COO Unredeemed Pledge Lots, Gold and Silver sold only. A Printed Guarantee Given with each lot. Over worth of goods must be sold in a short time to save repacking and carriage. „ 1 Tlu's will afford a grand opportunity for those about to Furnish, because at this gre,alt Sale you will find sonethillg; of everything and at a price unobtainable else- where. Goods on view during the day and sold privately from 10 a.m. Goods delivered by our own vans. This is the finest stock that has ever been in this town, so don't fail to call and look round, vh ether you buy or not. Be Sure and attend this Sale; The most Genuine 8ale th>,t haa ever been held here. *t No connection with any other firm. First Y.sit.

Ton Talk. Ton met Wrexham on Saturday and Wreck'd 'em by 3 goals to Though the Fyfe" was absent, the' "Reed" made 'em Russell about. Tom Davies, (of Mold, dinned the jersey for Ton, and gave a good account of himself. He is the proper "stamp" for a. footballer being cast in the right mold." -+-0. The Gelli Schoolboys' Team were dis- appointed on Saturday. Th, Oimpaxo team failed to put in an appi -.ranee. -+-o-+- At one of our local schools a teacher received the following note (}\¡ '1'1) in F Dear Sir,—Please -excu" iv yesterday, as he was bard.tO)nr faith- ful love, Mrs. -+-0 -+- This is an exception to the rule. Teachers are not usually addressed in such endearing terms. They, generally get more kicks than ha'pence, --o-+- A certain young man has again been elected to speak on Women's Suffrage at a meeting of the Lib.-Lab. League. Although there will be no ladies present, we trust that this time he'll have no fear in coming up to the scratch."

Tylorstown Topics, The billiard tournament at the Library is creating a great deal of interest. o. One party could not take his ill-luck without offering to play his opponent for £ o. -+-O-+- Hard lines. Money .sieems plentiful here. Better send the cheque to the strikers at Hwynypia. Wliat .a. shame that we had no band to' meet Mabon and Mr. Llewelyn Wil- liams, M.P., on Thursday last. v -+-0- The Suffragettes are on the move here once again. We hope that they will insist upon voting for a. hall in the place. If the drink traffic became less, I would willingly give £50 towards some charitable institution." -+-0. The above was heard in the main road la,st Sunday night. Does that offer hold good if we have a new Licensing Bill? We hope so. -+-0 -+- The latest post card is an Old Age Pension card, show.ing a finger-post with two hands—one pointing to the Work- house, and the other to the Pension Fund. An old couple living in the neighbour- blood said, when they saw the card: Thank God for Lloyd George

Pontygwaith Pottage, We are pleased to announce that some skilful hockey players have joined the newly formed local team. -+- o-+- With no prejudice towards) the male players, the fair sex of the team who play on the wing are expert dribblers. -+-0 -+- Next Saturday, the team have been instructed by the captain to turn out in togs." We wish to warn the goody- goodies not to be shocked,^ Last Saturday, the local football team were successful in beating; Treforest by 5 points to 3. The team is now second in the League. --0- 0-+ Many of the speakers in the debate last Friday evening got over-excited, and. as was expected, ended their short speeches in real Welsh "hwvl." ■■■ Others used different tactics by steering to the other extreme by winning the sympathy of the ,i-Lidience. 'f. The young collegiate jwho supported Single Life in a debate, impressed I the, ladies with his siaceiity. May we hope that the fair sck won't bear him malice ? "*§ y

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What were the two: clergymen, arguing about so viciously at Llewellyn Street on Monday morning? The bystanders declare they heard dancing mentioned. The old lady who frequented Pentre thoroughfares a. fortnight ago singing Where is my wandering b-a-x, ? 11 has evidently found her treasure, for she is now conspicuous by her absence. Was he amongst the "Hunger Marchers"? -+- o-+- By the way, those nomadic; gentlemen have strengthened their ranks as a result of their visit to our city. Let us hope that he may prove a Shepherd to the wanderers. ■» o Pentre folk were rather alarmed at the unusual number of Territorial officers who walked about on Saturday night. But all is well, they were only mobilised for an attack upon their annual d inner -+- O-+- Forewarned is forearmed. Perhaps the driver of a. certain brewery dray will bear in mind that letting off" steam upon the highway is an offence. He may not be let off down Maindy Road way. -♦-0 ♦ We wonder what the feelings of "eight good men and true were like when they emerged from the County Court sitting, after braving it out for seven long: weary hours? A Penny for your' thoughts, gentlemen.