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A NOTABLE CAREER.
A NOTABLE CAREER. ROMANCE OF a FORTUNE BUILDER. The death of Mr, Solomon Andrews oc- curred at a quarter to 6 on Monday morning at his residence, Newport-road, Cardiff. Mr. Andrews, who was 73 years of age. had been in failing health for a considerable time past, suffering from diabetes, and had been under the care of Dr. A. P. Fiddiaiv In the early part of last year, as an indirect cause of that eompiaiui, one of his feet became d':L-- eased-, and amputation was rendered neces- sary. 1lr. Andrews made a good recovery from the operation, and later in the year v,s able to proceed to Pwiineli. During the last few weeks, however, he gradaiai;y became worse and had to take to his bed. and expired from heart failure, due to the strain of the malady to which lie was a victim. Mr. Andrews was the owner of Brynineniii Colliery, a pan-proprietor of the Gas Coal Collieries (Limited), a# M-eiros. Lianharran. and was a co-director with his son (Mr. F. E. Andrews) and the late Mr. T. J. Masters, Lanellay Hall. A sister—Mrs. Harris—re- sides in Grove-road, Bridcrend. A SELF-MADE MAX. I The late Mr. Andrews was a remaakabie man in many respects. As a seif-made man there- were fewer more interesting examples in the whole country than! he. He had not- I the assistance of a good education. Indeed, it was only in his later years that he learnt to read and write, and yet he had at his fin- gers' ends the particulars of each of hi-s varied' undertakings, involving the circulation of hundreds of thousands of pounds annually. He controlled each concern with such success that he not only became a. rich man, but also gave employment every succeeding year to a larger and larger-number of people, and other men, of wealth bowed to his judgments. It was well over half a century ago that Mr. Solomon Andrews came to Card'iff. He was alone, and had neither friends nor rela- tions in the town. He commenced business as a, confectioner in a small way in James- street. Docks, selling sweetmeats, which he madie- hmiseh. He paradc-d St. Mary-street and High-street, carrving the products of his industry on a large wooden try. suspended in front of him by a strap over the shoulder. Then business improved, and he hired a stalll at the entrance to the old market. It is said that he would walk to Cowbridge- on Tuesdays to dispose of his wares. He is well remembered by the old boys of the Eagle School in that town, now elderly men. who were very good customers. CARRYING PASSENGERS IN CARDIFF. It would be difficult to say what directed his attention to the position of a. cab pro- prietor, but while still a stall-holder in Car- diff Market he became the owner of cabs and hoi-ses. until eventually he owned probably one-half the total number of cabs running in the town. He subsequently started running omnibuses between Cardiff and Penarth, and purchased some old tene- ments at the lower end' of St. Mary-street, converting them into a kind of waiting office for passengers. This venture proved a great success. Premises were built at Penarth. with stabling for 50 horses. He subsequently commenced running omni- buses from High-street to the Docks. In 1878. and Cardiff tramwavs were opened first from High-street to the Docks, and later from Canton, to the Docks. Mr. Andrews offered tosen his busses to the company, but they said, -No we will run you off the roads. Tliat rather angered Mr. Andrews, whose buses competed with the trams with con- siderable success for many years. He had new buses constructed according to his own design, which would allow of the wheels run- ning on the tramway metals, thus reducing to a minimum the jolting which occurred when running on the macadamised roads. OPERATIONS IN ENGLAND. Not content with his aspirations in Car- diff, he started omnibuses at Plymouth, Portsmouth, and other places. In. 1888 the Cardiff and Provincial Tram- ways Company raised further capital, and bought up Air. Andrews's buses, horses, carriage building works, etc., the transfer being made in May, 1888. and the Provincial Tramways Company paid Mr. Andrews £ 65,000. In 1878 air Act was obtained for the con- struction of a tramway from Splotlands to Penarth Dock, but the tram-lines were only laid down between bplotlands and Grange- town. All-. Andrews built the cars and pro- vided the horses, and subsequently too'k over the tramway, guaranteeing the shareholders a fixed dividend for fifteen years. This undertaking was also taken over by the Pro- vincial Tramways Company in 1888, Mr. Andrews only obtaining the right to run his 'buses to and from Penarth. About a dozen years ago Mr. Andrews started running omnibuses in London, and was the first to run from the Eelephant and Castle over London Bridge to the Angel for a. penny. A total abstainer himself, Mi-. Andrews encouraged temperance, and opened coffee taverns in all parts of Cardiff, and at Penarth and Barry. Fruit and confection- ery were also sold by him at other shops in large quantities. These businesses almost in- variably succeeded. A GREAT BUILDER. iMany years ago Mr. Andrews commenced the erection of dwelling-houses, shops, works, and places of business. He also erected some of the finest buildings in Cardiff. In St. Alary-street he erected large shops, with offices above and workshops over, the build- ing being six storeys high, at a cost of £15,000. This was commonly known at the time as Solomon's Temple." From a builder of houses and leaseholder he became a landowner, purchaema the freehold of a farm at a time when there appeared little- probability of its becoming building land, but its close proximity to Llandaff and Cardiff caused it soon afterwards to be taken as a site for workmen's dwellings. CREATION OF A TOWN. One of the greatest of his schemes was that which aimed at the development of Pwllheli, a small town in Carnarvonshire. Ho conceived the idea of building here ta fashionable seaside resort for visitors bent on pleasure for the summer, or a resort for the sick during the winter, the climate being mild and healthy. He built ,a fine terraoe of houses, with a fillie promenade in front-, and these are always occupied by visitors during the holiday season. He formed new streets, erected dwelliiighouses, and shops, and really created a new town. Mr. And lews has also spent a. large amount i of money in improving Barmouth as a holiday resort, and there laid a narrow gauge tram- way to one of the outlying villages. Mr. Andrews was a native of Trowbridge. His brother, Mr. Jacob Andrews, has reside-d in Carmarthen for many years, where he carries on a confectionery business in King- street. Another brother. Mr. James An- drews. wa-s in the same line at Llanelly, and later became owner of the tramways. He is now living in retirement at the Mumbles. The deceased was a member of the Wes- leyan Methodist body, with which all his | family have been more or less closely con- | nected.
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BLAENGARW.
BLAENGARW. Mount Zion.—Half-yearly meetings were held at Mount Zion Church on Sunday and Monday, and attracted good congregations. The preachers were the Rev. J. Jenkins {Gwili), Cardiff,.and the Rev. E. W. Davies, Ton Pentre. The meetings were conducted by the newly-appointed pastor, Rev. J. J. Young. The singing, which was .'a. pleasing feature, was conducted by Mr. H. Lewis. Master G. H. Sparks presided at the organ. Young People's Society.—The inaugural meeting of the loung People's Society at Bethamia was held on the 5th inst., there being a good muster of rmenibers. The chair was occupied by the pastor. Rev. W. A. Wil- liams. Mr. J. Francis delivered his presi- dential address to the young people. Solos were given by Mr. D. Thomas, Mrs. Lewis, Mr. D. Meredith; a recitation by Mr. W. HoweTls; and addresses by Messrs. D. Evans, E. Richards., J. Bowen, and E. John.
PONTYCYMMER.
PONTYCYMMER. Accident.—On Monday Mr. D. J. Mad- docks, son of ex-Councillor Jonathan Mad- docks, fractured his leg through a horse at his father's colliery falling oil1 him. Wedding.—On Tuesdiav at the Registry Office, Bridgend, the wedding took place of Mr. Joseph Day and Miss Gwen Jones, both of Fantygog. The bride was attendled by her sister., whilst the best man was Mr. David James, brother-in-law of the bride. Literary and' Debating Society.—A large JMiniber attended the weeklly meeting of this society on Wednesday evening, when Mr. D. Thomas, M.E., read Ian. able paper on Coal." The chair was occupied by Mir. D. How ells. The subject w,as ia,lso briefly touched uponi by Dr. E. J. Parry, Dr. Jones, Messrs. T. Grevill, F. W. Loughor, G. Pamry, and' D. John, M.E. Co-operative Stones.—The 38th quarterly meeting of Pontycymnier Co-operative Stores was held at the Institute on the 6th inst. The total sales for the quarter amounted ap- proximately to £ 7,500, and it was decided to pay the usual dividend of 2s. 6d. in the £ which has been maintained since the forma- tion of the stores, notwithstanding that several thousand pounds. have been spent in extensions. The present number of mem- liers is 645, an increase of 21 during the quar- ter. Settlenient at Darram Colliery.—Great satisfaction is felt in the Garw that an amic- able settlement has been concluded1 at the Da nam Colliery. On Monday the meTh signed oni to resume work on Tuesday morn- ing. When a. start was made only about 50 men signed on. After a stoppage of six months naturally every place is not in a working condition, and some time will elapse ibefore all the me-n, about 250 in number, can' be taken on. Besides the Caedefaid seam, 'where a number of men were employed, has been practically abandoned'. Mission Concluded.—Mr. George Clarke (the famous evangelist) brought his mission at Pontyeymmer to a close on Sunday night. Mr. Clarke was to have remained1 in the Garw until Wednesday; but he was obliged to leave for London to consult a specialist. On Sun- day afternoon he delivered' his lecture, The Christian Athlete," to a. crowded congrega- tion, comprising principally of young men. The speaker said' he believed in, healthy physical exercise, and, strongly recommended football—he is, of course, an old Interna- tional himself. He strongly condemned ob- scene language and gambling upon the foot- baill field, and' said, it was against the rules of the Rugby Football Union,. He also spoke in support of a gymnasium being erected at Pontycymnier in connection with the Y.M.C.A. building, and promised that if such are institution was erected he would come to the opening. Man, he said, was composed' of body, soul and mind, and by attending to the culture of only one of these parts, he .would! ontly be the third Dart of a man.—We understand1 that Mr. Job Fox, secretary of the Garw Y.M.C.A.. has received a. wire from Mr. George Clarke stating that brighter hopes were entertained1, but that a little operation must be performed. The evan- gelist wiJ:1 be incapacitated till Sunday next. CONSERVATIVE MEETING. On Thursday night, last week, a public meeting was held at the Ffaldau Institute, under the auspices of the Pontycymmer Con- stitutional Club, wheni an address was de- livered- on Current Politics," by Mr. H. S. -Neale, Southampton. The chair was occupied by Councillor Thos. Williams, Llianhairan Hotel, who said that if every club in Wales did as much for politics as the club at Pontycymnier, the people would he more enlightened. It was only at elec- tion times the people in Pontyeymmer heard anything about Parliamentary work from jtheir representative. Mr. Neale said the Government, which ,'oame into power about two years ago, had' ilost public confidence, as the bye-elections proved. They were discussing a Licensing Bill which did nothing for temperance, aim. was borne of the vindictive spirit of the Gov- ernment. He was of the opinion that this Bill ought not, and! never would, pass into law. He was pleased to know that Mr. Ås- qarith. was prepared to stland: or fall by this measure, be,c,au-se he was more likely to fall than stand. (Laughter.) There was one piece of legislation which would, no doubt, be a benefit; ne referred to the old age pensions. The Unionist party always had been in favour of this measure. If anything was to be got from thils Government they must be bit very hard, and the only way to get it was to de- feat them at more bye-elections. The other day the Government had a debate on the un- employed question. Mr. Keir Hardie made the appalling statement that 15 per cent. of the skilled workers of the country were out of employment. Mr. John Burns said this was an exaggeration. There was no question; that the picture drawn by Mr. Keir Hardie had a vast amount of truth in it. What were the Government going to do? They were going to put extra men at the post office --8,000 at Christmas. Last year they put 7,700, so that there would only be an increase .of about 300. This was not going to solve the question. Goods which ought to be and anight be made in this country were manufac- .ftured abroad. They were paying 75 or 80 millions of money to foreign workmen an- nually, which ought to go into the pockets of Britishers, and when this was done it would go a long way towards solving the unemploy- ment problem. If these good's were manu- factured at home, the mills which were closed dowllI would be restarted and new mills built, which would mean more work for masons and carpenters, more coal would be wanted, and that would be to the advantage of the collier. Look, said the speaker, at the large amount of iron and steel that is imported into tills county. It takes two or more tons of coal -to manufacture one tOlL of iron: or steel. There was another plan' to meet the unem- ployment question—Socialism, but in the ab- sence of Socialism. Socialists ought to be in favour of Tariff Reform. Socialism was dead against competition, and ought to be against foreign competition. He must say that Socialism was a good working system for an- gels human nature being what it was, it would never work down here. Votes of thanks concluded the meeting. EISTEDDFOD AT PONTYCYMMER. The .annual eisteddfod in connection with the Garw Male Voice Party was held on Sat- urday at the Opera House, and proved thoroughly successful. The president was Mr. David Thomas, M.E., Garw Fechan Coli- liery; conductor, Mr. rhilip Davies, P.D.P., Blaengarw; adjudicators, music, Mr. T. Gab- riel, F.T.S.C., Bargoed: brass bands, Mr. Bailey, Pentre; literature. Councillor Evan David, Blaengarw; accompanist, Miss S. I Butler, C.R.A.M.. T.C.L., Pontyeymmer. A great deal of the work rested upon the shoul- ders of the joint secretaries, Messrs. J. Allen, Blaengarw, and D. Bowen, Pontyeymmer. The treasurer was Mr. W. Bowen. Awards: Solo, for boys or girls, My Saviour" Miss C. Davies, Pontycymmer. Pianoforte solo, Kuhlan's Sonatina": Master W. Griffiths, Blaengarw. Children's Recitation (own selection): Miss M. A. Moore, Blaengarw. Solo, for those who had not previously won 7s. 6d., "Sailor's Grave": Mr. T. H. Wil- liams. Pontyeymmer. Recitation, "Miark Anthony's Oration": Mr. T. Lewis, Caerau. Soprano Solo, Star of Bethlehem" Miss Kate Williams, Pontycymmer. Tenor solo, Na,nt-y-Mynydd" Mr. W. M. Griffiths, Gilf'ach. Brass Band marching competition, Cefn Ydfa": Four bands participated, namely, Cwmaniman, Lewis Merthyr Workmen s, League of the Cross, Maesteg, and1 Maesteg Hibernian. The prize went to Cwmaniman, conductor, Mr. A. S. Thomas. Brass BaJld selection, "Gem.5 of Irish Melody" The same four bands competed. The first prize, t5 and silver cup value E25, to be won three years in succession, given by Pon-tycymnier Constitutional Club, went to Lewis Merthyr Workmen's Band. The second prize went to Cwmaniman, and the third to la Maesteg Hibernian. Bass or baritone solo, "Sound of the Drum" Mr. E. W. Davies, Pantygog. Champion solo (own, selection): Divided between Messrs. D. Thomas, Blaengarw, and W. Griffiths, Pontycymnier. Duet (tenor and bass), "Mae Cymru yn Barod" Messrs. W. M. Griffiths, Gilfach, and E. W. Davies, Pantygog. Dialogue for three or four persons (own selection), in English or Welsh: Mr. W. T. Hengoed and party. Chief Choral, Praise ye the Lord" (com- posed by the adjudicator): Two choirs sang in the following order: Co-operative Choir, Pontyeymmer, conductor Mr. J. Jones; and Nebo United,, Blaengarw, conductor Mr. Watkin Williams. The I-a-st, eboir was by far the larger, and their tone of singing was very much complimen-tedi by the adjudicator. They were awarded1 the prize.
GILFACH GOCH.
GILFACH GOCH. "Get it at Rich's." See advt., Page 4. Social.—A successful social was held at the Llantrisant Council Schools on Friday even- ing, the promoterrs being the staff of the above Schools. There was a large attend- ance, a.bout 200 persons sitting at the tables, which were prettily decorated and well laden with delicacies.. Various games were int- dulged in, and,, a veiry pleasant evening was spent. Mining Lecture.—At Calvaria, Chapel Ma". Henry Davies (county director of mining) de- livered an excelilcnt lecture, before a crowded ho,use, entitled, HelroeSi of our local Mines." The lecturer explained that there were differ- ent forms of heroism, heroism arising from the "lower" nature of man, and heroism aris- ing from the "higher" nature in man,. The heorism of the battlefield arose from the lower nature, but the heroism displayed in the disastrous occurrences in our coal mines arose from the higher nature. In the former there was a destructive element, while in the latter the preserving element. To illustrate the latter he described the brravead of Mr. Rees Jenkins (mechanic), of Gilfach Goch, who risked his life by descending a shaft 1,500 feet in depth with, a hemp rope around his waist, to stave two sinkers who had fallen into the siump below. He further illustrated his lecture by lantern slides, and gave various incidents of heroism which the audience fully appreciated. A hearty vote of thanks to the lecturer and cha-irma,n concluded1 a very in- I teiresting meeting. | Obituary.—It is with deep regret we chronicle the death of Mrs. Ann, Smith, Green Hill Place, at the age of 60 years, which took place after a brief illness last Fri- day morning. Deceased was one of the oldest inhabitants of the place, having resided here about 40 years, and she was highly respected by all. She was a member of Brynseion Church. The fuuersL took place on Tuesday, the rematins being interred at, Glynogwr Cemetery. A large number of friends as- sembled to pay their last tribute of respect. Rev. J. C. Evans officiated at the house and grave-side. The chief mourners were Mr. John Smith (husband), Mrs. Evans and Miss S. H. Smith (diaughters), Messrs. John, Smith, David Smith, William Smith (sons), Mr. Levi Evans (brother), Mir. Joseph Smith and Mr. J. Williams (brother-in-law), Mrs. Evans, Merthyr (sister-in-law), Mrs Davies, Merthyr, and Mrs. Casher, Ynyshir (cousins), M'iss Morgan, Cardiff; Mrs. Thomas, Merthyr; Mrs. R. Jenkins, Merthyr; Mis. Williams, Troedyrhiw; Miss Williams, Troedyrhiw; Miss Alford, Ynyshir (nieces), and others. Wreaths were sent by the family, and Mrs. Vernon, Eastbourne; Miss Munro, Pembroke Dock; and Mirs. Nelimes, Gilfach Goch. GILFACH GOCH POLICE COURT CASES. Heard at Ystrad on' Monday. Dnunk and Disorderly.—WiHiam Williams,, 6 Fritchard-row, collier, was fined 15s. for being drunk and disorderly. Stealing Coal.—Idris David, 17 Fafir View, was summoned for stealing coal from trams at Mr. Hammond's screens. Defendant was found over. P'.C. Young gave evidence.
OGMORE VALE.
OGMORE VALE. Mission.—Mrs. Beresford Baker, the well- known lady missioner, of Dover, is this week conducting a mission at Philadelphia WelsTi Baptist Church. The Rev. J. M. Jones, pastor, is assisting. The meetings are very well attended. Sociial.-A very successful social was held on Monday evening at the Primitive Metho- dist Church in connection with the Band' of Hope, whlen a goodly number of members and. friends sat down. The arrangements had been; entrusted to Mr. William, Quick, super- intendent of the Sunday School and Band: of Hope. Temper'ance Sunday.—Sunday was allo- cated for sermons on temneranoe at each of the,affillated churches of the West Glamorgan Baptist Association. On Sunday morning a very able and appropriate sermon was preached on the cause by the Rev. J. A. Humphreys, pastor of Bethlehem Welsh Bap- tist Church. In the evening the pulpit was exchanged with Rev. John Hughes, Saron, Nantymoel, who delivered an eloquent ser- mon on the same subject. Cymaiif a Pwnc" was heilldat Her- mon C.M. Church on Saturday last. The children in the afternoon wetre interrogated by Mrs. Llewellyn, Ogmore Vale, and Mr. Jones, Nantymoel, and their answering clearly showed their mastery of the subject, and reflected great praise upon their teachers. I In the evening the adults were questioned by Rev. J. T. Davies, and th-eir, efforitS were well appreciated by the audiences, who had assem- bled at both meetings, over which Mr. Mor- gan Williams, Glynogwr, presided.
NANTYMOEL.
NANTYMOEL. Temperance Sermons.—In accordance with the usual custom the Rev. J. Hughes, Saron, Nantymoel, and the Rev. J. A. Humphreys, Bethlehem, Ogmore Vale, who exchanged pul- pits last Sundtay evening, delivered1 very tell- ing and excellent temperance discourses to their respective congregations. Musical Success.—W.e are pleased to note the success of Miss Cassie Thomas, daughter of Mr. and; Mrs. John Thomas, Vale View, Nantymoel, who won the open pianoforte prize of one guinea at the recent Nantymoel Eisteddfod, out of a large number of compe- titors. Miss Thomas, who is a pupil of Mr. W. Leyshon, Bridgend, is a most accom- plished player of the pianoforte, and her per- formance was very highly spoken of by the adjudicator. Young People's Societv.-The meeting of the Young People's Society at Saron Welish Baptist Chapel on Tuesday was well at- tended, the Rev. J. Huches, pastor, presid- ing in his usual tactful manner. The sub- ject for the evening was a debate, Is war under any circumstances consistent with Christian principles?" Councillor Evan Griffiths ably set cut the arguments for the I affirmative, and Mr. Benjamin James excel- lently replied in the negative. A spirited discussion followed, and on a vote the nega- tive was overwhelmingly carried. New ChapeL-The energetic and go-ahead church at Hope, Blaenogwy, have decided to build a more commodious, edifice for' their worshipping, and aliready the oM chapel has been razed to the ground. A fine and hand- some building will be erected on the site of the old building. The dhurah at Hope, under the able pastorate of the Rev. T. H. Jenkins, is in a most flourishing and pros- perous condition. The memorial stone lay- ing ceremony willshürtly take place, when, some very distinguished persons have pro- mised to attend the notable function. Cwrddau Mawr.—The hi-yearly preaching services at Bethel Welish Congregational Church, Nantymoel, were held on Sunday and Monday, when: the Rev. H. Elvet Lewis, M.A., London, and the Rev. W. J .Rees, Llandyssil, preached eloquent and1 masterly discourses to crowded and appreciative con- gregations. The singing of the choir, undier the capable leadership of Mr. Howell Thomas, was very effective and pleasing. Miss Ruth Davies presided at the organ. The Rev. J. A. Roberts, the veteran pastor, whose minis- trations at Bethel for nearly 30 years have been abundantly blessed, conducted the ser- vices in his usual genial1 manner. The sac- red' edifice, which had recently undergone a complete^ renovation, looked very beautiful. Substantial collections were realised towards the renovation fund. n
DEPUTATIONS TO THE EXECUTIVE…
DEPUTATIONS TO THE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL. I The Executive Council of the South Wales Miners' Federation, met at Cardiff on Mon- day, Mr. W. Abraham, M.P. (Mabon), presid- ing. Mr. W. Brace, M.P., occupied the vice- chair, and among those present also were Mr. Thomas Richards, M.P., general secretary, and Mr. Alfred' Onions, treasurer. The business transacted1 was largely of a routine character. The best part of the morning, however, was occupied by a discus- sion on the changed state of affairs which has arisen in the Garw Valley in; connection with the agency. The official report stated: The Garw Dis- trict.—A dispute having- arisen in this dis- trict respecting the position of miners' agent, deputations representing the old district, and several lodges which had seceded from that district, now attended, and put before the Council their rival claims to be considered as the Garw District. It was resolved' that the vice-president, Mr. W. Brace, M.P.. and the genøral secretary, Mr. Thomas Richards, M.P., should investigate the whole matter with the view of trying to effect a settlement.
SHORT LIST FOR AGENCY.
SHORT LIST FOR AGENCY. A meeting of the Executive Council of the Mid-G1 amorgan* Liberal and Labour Alssociia- tion was held on Thursday afternoon at the Ebenezer Baptist Chapel. Aberavon. Dr. Parry, Pontyeymmer, presided, and there were over 20 delegates Present. Fourteen applicationis for the appointment of registra- tion, agent for the division bad been received, and the names of Mr. Cooper, Fulham, London; Mr. Watkins, Hull; and Alderman John Thomas, Tondu, were selected) to be submitted to Sir S. T. Evans, M.P., for his observations. and on re- ceipt of his reply a. further meeting will be held for the final' selrection.
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THE RECENT LAND PURCHASE.
THE RECENT LAND PURCHASE. INDEPENDENT VALUATION TO BE MADE The fortnightly meeting of the Bridgend and Cowbridge Board of Guardians was held at Bridgend on, Saturday, Mr. T. C. Jones (Pontyrhil) presiding over a large attend- ance. Mr. J. 1. D. Nicholl, J.P. (Merthyr- niawr), was in the vice-chair. RELIEF. During the week ended October 13th. 1.36-5 out-door paupers were relieved, at a cost of £217 2s. od., compared with 1.384 at £205 Os. 5d. in the correspondine oeriod of last year, and in the week endied October 20th, 1,378 at £ 225 2s. od., compared with 1,396 at C221 2s. 2d. last year. The vagrants relieved during the fortnight at Brideend1. Maesteg, and Cowbridge (excluding those admitted to the tramp wards at Bridgend Workhouse) totalled 768. an increase of 360 compared with last year. PURCHASE OF LAND. A letter was read from the secretary to the Local Government- Board requesting that the Guardians should forward a report by an in- dependent valuer as to the reasonableness of the price proposed to be paid for the land purchased from the Dunraven Estate, and also information as to the existence of any covenants applying to the lallld which might restrict the Guardians from using the land for any purposes of the Guardians. The Workhouse Alterations Committee re- commended) the Board to annoint an. indepen- dent valuer, and this having been adopted, on the motion of Mr. J. Howells (Maesteg), the Board appointed Mr. W. H. Rees, Xeath. A suggestion by the Rev. Eynon Lewis that the expenses of the valuation should be limited to E3 3s. was adopted. Mr. Michael Davies: Is it correct that we have entered into an aereement to buv the land? The Clerk: We have accepted! Mr. Raul- dall's terms. Mr. Davies Then what is the use of the valuation ? The Chairman: It is to satisfy the Local Government, Board. Mr. T. W. Job (Ogmore Vale): Supposing the Local Government Board d6 not consider the price reasonable, what will happen? The Clerk: They will probably refuse a loan, and we shall have to pay for the land out of the current rate. The Clerk was directed to write the agent of the Dunraven Estate as to restrictive covenants. EXTRA CHRISTMAS RELIEF. The Chairman proposed that the Board al- low the following extra relief at Christinas: Bedridden cases. 2s.; other eases, Is.; children, 6d., and that other Boards relieving paupers on behalf of the Bridgend Guardians be askedi to "rant them the same relief as they paid theiir own naupers. Mr. John Howells seconded, and the mo- tion) was agreed to. Rev. Eynon Lewis said it was very desir- able that there Should be uniformity in the Union, and he therefore proposed that other Boards, in whose behalf Daupers residing in this Union) were relieved1 by the Bridgend Guardians, be asked to consent to the same extra. .relief ,being paid to them as other paupers.—Carried. APPOINTMENTS. Two applicants for the post of nurse at the Union Infirmary appeared before the Board, namely, Miss A. Whitehead, Griffithstown (formerly of Bridgend), and Miss Annie Col- ston, Hereford. Neither of the applicants possessed a WTelsh-speaking qualification,, and only Miss Colston holdis the diploma. After considerable discussion, Nurse Col- ston was appointed, on the motion of Rev. T. B. Phillips. There were three applications for the post of foster mother at the Cottage Homes, viz. Miss Olwen Williams, Caerau; Miss Gwladye Rielialrds, Pontycymmer and Miss M. A. Watkins, laundress and' tramp mistress, Bridgend Workhouse.—In proposing the ap- pointment of Miss Watkins, Rev. D. G. Rees stated1 that she had formerly held a post at the Homes and was anxious to return.—An amendment by Mr. David Jones (Porthcawl) that Miss Williams be appointed was nega- tived, as was also an amendment, by Mr. Michael Davies, that the three applicants ap- pear before the Board.—Eventually Miss Watkins was appointed. WELSH RUNNING MAD." It was decided to advertise for a laundress and tramp mistress. The Clerk stated that in previous adver- tisements Welsh had been mentioned! as an essential qualification." Mr. T. Butler suggested1 that this should be altered' to "desirable qualification." Mr. T. W. Job said he was a Wel;sliiiiaiit to the core, but he did not like to see Welsh running mad. He failed to see what Welsh had to db with washing. and he proposed that no reference be made to it in the advertise- ment. This was carried' liem. con. AGRICULTURAL RATES ACT. The Finance Committee, having considered the question! of the contributions received by the Board from the Local Taxation grant, re- commended the Board to pass the following resolution That on account of the great increase in rates since the passing of the Ag- ricultural Rates Act we are of opinion that the amount allocated by the above Act should be considerably increased, and that we call the attention of the South Wales and Mon- mouthshire Poor Law Conference to the mat- ter, and1 ask them to use their influence to secure the necessary alteration." Mr. T. Butler proposed1, and Mr. J. Pope (Nantymoel) seconded the adoption of the re- commendation. Mr. T. W. Job: I opi),Dise that, because if you increase the taxes and lessen the rates you are relieving the landowners at the ex- pense of the poor people. The Chairman: The only point itS that the Imperial Exchequer is supposed to make up the deficiency caused by the reduction of the rates on land to one-half under the Agricul- tural Rates Act, but they don't, and we want them to. M'r. Job: They get it from the taxpayers, the majority of whom are the poor people. They pay the taxes more heavily according to their means than the landed classes. The Chairman: Yes, especially the income tax. (Laughter.) Mr. T. W. Job: So fa,r as income tax is concerned I wish I were Qualified' to pay it. Major H. C. Prichard (Fwllywrach) said it was evident that Mr. Job was not aware that the money to pay the deficiency which arose through the Agricultural Rates Act came from income tax and death duties, and the fact that the Board' was not receiving its pro- per grant from the Local Taxation grant cer- tainly affected the poor ratepayers adversely. Mr. Job If that it so. it is a different mat- ter. Major Prichard It is so. The motion was Carried, Mr. Job alone dis- ,seiit,ing. MARRIED COUPLES' QUARTERS. The House Committee reported that they had considered the provisioii, of married couples' quarters, but they -suggested that the Workhouse Alterations Committee would be more competent to deal' with the subject. Rev. T. B. Phillips proposed that the mat- ter be referred to the -General Purposes Com- mittee, and this was agreed to. NEW BOARD ROOM. The Workhorse Alterations Committee re- commended that the architect (Mr. P. J. Thomas) be instructed to prepare sketch plans of the new board room and offices, shovmg one-storey and also two storey build- ings. The adoption of the report was proposed' by Mi-. Michael Davies. who informed Mr. T. W. Job that the Board had not to pay for the preparation of sketch plans. The motioT1 was passed nem. con.
THE PENSIONS SUB-COMMITTEE.
THE PENSIONS SUB-COMMITTEE. REV. EYXOX LEWIS'S RESIGNATION. There were present at the fortnightly meeting of the Penybont Rural District Council at Bridgend on Satnrd.ay: -M,r. J. G. Loveluck, J.P. (in the chair), Rev. H. E. Lewis (vice-chairman), Alderman W. Howell. Rev. M. C. Gower Williams, Colonel Turber- vill. Messrs. T-. J. Davies, Edward- Morgan, T. Da,vies (Llangynwyd Middle), Hopkin Howell, W. Morgans, W. Lewis. T. Butler David Tliomas, Griffith Edwards. T. Pe.11hale, T. Davies (Aberkenfig), with the clerk (Mr. R. Harmar Cox), and other officials. WATER RENT ARREARS. Mr. T. J. Davies (chairman of the Finance Committee) stated that it appeared from the report, of the various collectors that there were out-standing balances as follows- — Ynysawdre. £ 2 Is. Newcastle Higher zC3 2s. Tythegston Higher, £ 44; and Pvle," £ 43 Having regard to the fact that the amounts were so large in some cases, he proposed that Mr. Hurley report on the matter.—Carried. PENSIONS COMMITTEE. Two letters were read from the Rev. Evnon Lewis, one resigning his appointment as re- presentative on the Pensions Committee, and the second intimating that. he had been ap- pointed clerk to the committee. The Chairman: I should1 like to know whether the resignation should not. have been I sent to us in the first instance, since we ap- pointed Mr. Lewis. Rev. H. E. Lewis: I sent it to both bodies. It was sent to the Council before it was sent to the committee. The Chairman: What I am sorry about is that we did not have a representative on the committee when the election took place. Mr. Lewis should have sent his resignation for the last meeting. Rev. H. E. Lewis: Mr. Lewis did not know for certain that he would be a candidate then. The Chairman I think so. Rev. H. E. Lewis: He was not certain. The Chairman M.r. Lewis asked in his letter that the resignation should not be ac- cepted pending his appointment as clerk. It was a case of being safe with the penny as well as the bun. I am candid in saying that I don t care for such actions. Rev. H. E. Lewis said the Chairman's re- marks were quite uncalled for. He had done what he was supposed to do by the regu- lations of the Local Government Board. As soon as he resolved to apply for the position, he sent his resignation to the clerk of the Council, and, not being certain, whether that was sufficient, he also sent it to the Pensions Committee. The Council unfortunately did not- meet"very week, otherwise the position, would have been different. It was on Fri- day that the post was advertised, and it was on the following Monday that he decided to apply. He had taken no advantage of anv kind. The Chairman I leave it to the public to judge. On the motion: of Mr. Butler, the resigna- tion was accepted.—Mr. Griffith Edwards was appointed in his stead. GARW WATER SUPPLY.' Mr. A. J. Lawrence, secretary to the Gai-w Water Co., wrote that the water had been let out of the Nantyci Reservoir for the purpose of locating a. leakage. The work of repairing the leakage had been let out by contract, and would be completed by Christmas. Mr. T. J. Davies: That is their Christmas present, I suppose. (Laughter.) I suggest the committee should go there on Christmas Day to see whether the promise will have been fulfilled. The Engineer (Mr. Jesse Hnrley) stated that no inconvenience had been caused through insufficient pressure during the last month. KEXFIG HILL LIGHTING. Mr. Ivor Harding, Kenfier Hill, wrote for- warding a copy of a resolution passed at a "properly convened meeting of ratepayers" of the parish of Pyle stronelv protesting against the action of the Parochial Committee in "rushing a most inadequate system" of light- ing without consulting the ratepayers. Mr. T. J. Davies proposed that. the letter be referred to the Parochial Committee for a reply, and Mr. Butle-r seconded. Mr. Penhale said there was no necessity that the matter should be re-considered by the committee, whoadoptecl the scheme with only one dissentient. The member who was dissatisfied immediately canvassed in order to get six ratepayers to call a parish meeting. Out of 300 electors in the parish about half a dozen attended the meeting, and they then passed a resolution describing themselves as j" We, the electors of Pyle." (Laughter.) He objected to the letter being referred back. and he proposed' as an amendment that it be allowed to lie on the table. (Hear, hear.) Mr. W. Morgans, who seconded, agreed with the views of Mr. Penhale. The Chairman: After that explanation I think we should adopt Mr. Penhale's amend- ment. The amendment was thereupon agreed to. RIVER POLLUTION AT MAESTEG. Alderman T. J. Hughes, clerk to the Bridg- end Council, Avrote inquiring how his Council could assist the Penybont authority in the matter of the pollution of the river at Maes- teg. The Clerk stated that he had suggested that the Bridgend Council should join in call- ing upon the Local Government Board to de- clare the Maesteg Council in default, and Alderman Hughes suggested that counsel's opinion should be taken. Consideration of the letter was deferred until the next meeting. MEMBER, RESIGNS. Mr. John Brace forwarded his resignation of his office as Councillor, stating that circum- stances had arisen which prevented him from attending the meetings of the Council. The Clerk stated that he had informed Mr. Brace that his resignation must be sent to the Local Government Board. together with his reasons. If he remained absent from the meetings for six months, the Council could declare the seat vacant. Rev. H. E. Lewis For how long has he ab- sented himself hitherto? The Clerk: It is getting on towards &ix months.
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