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MR. CLAY'S OTTER HOUNDS.
MR. CLAY'S OTTER HOUNDS. Tuesday, Ewenny Bridge. There was only a small gathering to meet the genial master and the new ststf. We went direct up stream, contrary to the custom of previous years. Hounds spoke very faintly to a drag which got better just above the Priory. They made it very slowly all the way up over the Cowbridge road. The powerful sun affected sceut badly, as they could always own it in the shade, but not in the sun. We worked on all the way to Tycandy and past the farm. Here they could make no more of it, so the order was to try back, and1 at last we found him, or rather them, in a holt under an over- hanging tree. At 11.55 the welcome view holloa showed1 that we were in for a little sport. How is it, by the way, that every single person who views an otter always hollos "Tally-ho"? They are not fox-hunting. Just as well talk of a "flock" of partridges instead of a "covey." "Hew-gaze" is the correct holloa, not the other. To proceed, lie goes down stream and the master gives ttie order to keep him down, if possible, to give him more chance in the deeper water. But he would not have it, though the stickles were tco well guarded to let him get up. At last lie takes to land close to OUT master. I thought that he was a dead 'un, as Trueman collared him in the open but had to let go; he was too strong for one hound1 to hold him. Then another half hour's steady work by Will Gilbert, and we had him. Time, one hour and five minutes. An old dog otter, and a clear 191bs. on the 6oale. Many thanks to those in Pencoed and dis- trict who enabled us to have such a good day. I hear that next week will be on Tuesday and Friday at St. Athan's Road for the Cow- bridge water. To-day at Wild Mill, 10.30. I shall have to get Billy out on Friday. He is running too fat, and I think that the pollu- ted water of the Ogmore might assist him to I reduce his weight. Also, 1 want his views on things in general. A full report of how ho gets on will duly appear. "CHASSEUR.
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Music SUCCESS.—At the examination of the Trinity College of Musio on July 5th. Miss I Eva Laurence, of Bridgend, passed iu the, j Intermediate Division. The exanwner was Dr. Charles Vincent.
BRIDGEND CHORAL SOCIETY.
BRIDGEND CHORAL SOCIETY. ADOPTION OF RULES. SOUND FINANCIAL BASIS. A public meeting was held at Bfridgend Free Library on Monday evening for the pur- pose of adopting rules and regulations to govern the projected Bridgend and District Choral Sooiety. There was a representative attendance of townspeople interested in music, including several ladies. In the ab- sence through a cold, of Mr. S. H. Stockwood, who was announced to preside, Mr. Michael Davies was voted to the chair. The Chairman said they were all sorry at the absence of Mr. Stockwood, who always took a great interest in any movement for the benefit and uplifting of the town. Mr. J. T. Howell, who with Mr. W. A. WTHucms and other gentlemen, has taken an active part towards forming the society, ex- plained the action taken since the first public meeting at which it was resolved to form a Society. At that meeting, he stated, a tem- porary committee of twelve people was ap- pointed to take any steps which they deemed fit to bring the society into being. This com- mittee, in the length and labour of its sit- tings, very nearly rivalled the House of Com- mons in its discussion of the Budget. (Laugh- ter.) A draft scheme had been prepared, modelled on the lines of the Cardiff Society, which had done such good work in that- city and liad just attained its majority. The committee thought they could not do better than take advantage of the collective wisdom of an old and successful society. THE RULES. The draft and scheme was then read by Mr. Howell, and the following is a resume of the rules and regulations adoptroafter discus- sion — The Society shall be called The Bridgend and District Musical Society. Its object ,&hall be.fr&e study and performance of vocal and instrufnental music. The membership shall consist of persons who guarantee, annually if necessary, the sum of three guineas Oil" upwards. The administration of the affairs of the society shall be in the hands of a committee of 20 gentlemen with power to add to their number (exclusive of the officers to be here- inafter appointed), 14 of whom shall be elected by members of the society from their number, and the remaining six of and by the members of the Society's chorus. The latter six must become guarantors to the extent of at least one guinea each an-' nually. The committee shall annually elect from their number a chairman, vice-chairman, and treasurer. They shall also annually elect a conductor and secretary, who shall be ex-officio members of the committee. The committee shall appoint finance and sub-committees, each to consist of seven members and officials. The music sub-committee shall select works, engage artistes and members of the orchestra, admit members of the chorus, carry out general arrangements of rehear- sals and concerts, and appoint a registrar, accompanist, and librarian. The minutes of each sub-committee shall be read at the next succeeding meeting of the general committee for adoption or otherwise. The committee shall from time to time mSke sueh rules as they may think proper for the government of the chorus. (Rules for the Government of Members of the Chorus.) Candidates for membership of the chorus shall apply to the registrar on the society's form, which shall be banded to the conduc- tor, who shall test and report as to the candidate's fitness for admission. The ap- plication shall then be submitted to the music sub-committee, who shall have the sole right of accepting or rejecting the can- didates.. The music sub-committee may call upon members of the chorus to submit to a test by the conductor not oftener than onoe in any year, and they shall have the power of dispensing with the services of any mem- ber whenever they may think fit. Each member'must attend at least 75 per pent, of the rehearsals for each concert. A strict record of the attendance shall be kept and submitted to the music sub-com- mittee, who may exclude any member from taking part in any concert whose attend- ance at rehearsals has been insufficient. The music sub-committee shall, however. have power to waive the operation of the rule in any particular case. Gentlemen members of the chorus must pay an annual subscription of five shillings, and lady members 2s. 6d. There shall be a vocal rehearsal on one evening each week throughout the season, to be selected by the music sub-committee and chorus, and on such other evenings as the sub-committee may from time to time determine. REGULATIONS DISCUSSED. Mr. W. Rees proposed that the words "And instrumental" in the first rule be omitted. He understood there was no intention to run an orchestra.—The Chairman pointed out that while the words referred to could do no harm, circumstances might arise in which it would be considered desirable to have an or- chestra.—Mr. Howell explained that there was no intention to have a band.—There was no seconder to the motion, which therefore fell through. Mr. Bragg suggested that the sub-commit- tee's powers should be confined to reporting to the general committee.—Mr. Howell said the provisional committee thought the scheme suggested would facilitate business. Musical people would be elected on the music sub-committee, and there would not be much advantage in reporting to the general committee, many of whom might not have an intimate knowledge of music. On the other hand, musical people would not want to be troubled with the financial side.— 1\1r. Bragg expressed his satisfaction with the explanation, and the rule was passed. Mr. O. H. P. Thompson said there was an impression abroad that the test proposed to be applied to candidates for admission to the choir was too severe, and he thought it was frightening people.—Alderman T. J. Hughes strongly supported the clause as it stood. He remembered two old societies in the town which suffered from laxity in testing mem- bers. and it was quite a oommon thing to hear members say, "Let's get near Mrs. David, of Ad a re-street; she's a certain starter —(laughter)—or something similar. They wanted to get rid of that sort of thing. He spoke as one of the goats, and hairdly expected to pass the test, but if he failed he should do what he thought others in like circumstances should do—try to qualify.—Mr. Howell said the provisional committee thought candidates should be required to have some idea of the rudiments of music. They did not want to make it a society for instruction in elemen- tary matters.—The rule was adopted. The draft rule (relating to the percentage of attendances at rehearsals placed the onus of recommending delinquent members for ac- ceptance at concerts upon the conductor, but 011 the suggestion of Alderman Hughes this was amended as above. Mr. W. A. Williams explained, with regard to the subscriptions of members of the chorus, that the society would purchase the music. Societies which charged smaller sub- scriptions required the members to buy their own copies.—This was considered satisfac- tory. The provisional committee proposed' that weekly rehearsals be held on Thursday even- ings from 8 to 9.30, but on the suggestion of Alderman Hughes, the day and time were left to the music sub-committee and chorus to fix, Mr. Hughes pointing out that some of the churches held weekly services on Thurs- days, which lasted until 8.30. THE GUARANTORS. Mr. Howell stated that promises of guaran- tees had been received to the sum ot about jElOO. all being of C5 and upwards, and they hoped the sum of E200 would be reached. No one need fear heing called upon to pay more than a nominal sum in case of less, and in a year or two it was expected the society would pay its way. He hoped every effort would be made to get guarantors, as the more they had the smaller would be the sums called for from each in case of loss. Not half the people who could be approached1 had been spoken to at present, and he had not had one refusal. (Applause.) The scheme of the society was based on the principle that those who guar- anteed had the management of the affairs. PROVISIONAL COMMITTEE. The provisional committee was re-elected to invite guarantees and call a meeting to start the society, viz., Messrs. J. T. Howell, W. 1 A. Williams, W. Rees, D. T. Williams, I w. G. Cole, A. G. Edwards. W. LEY&BOIV Rhys Williams, J. H. Dyer, Morgan DaTMML D. Hovolls, and F. W. Laurence, A vote of thanks was passed to the Chair- man. on the motion of Mr. W. A. Williams seconded by Mr. J. T. Howell. Mr. Williams said they wanted to make the Bociety one of which the town ten years hence woufd be, proud. Alderman Hughes proposed' a rote of thanks to Mr. J. T. Howell for his work in inaugurating the society. This was carriod with acclamation, and Mr. Howell, in reply, said the credit was due to all the memlwra of the committee.
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Auctioneer*' Announcements. HARRY F. LAMBERT (Fellow of the Auctioneers' Institute of the United Kingdom). AUCTIONEER, VALUER, LAND & ESTATE AGENT, HOTEL VALUER AND GAUGER, FIRE ASSESSOR AND ACCOUNTM; T. SALES conducted of Estates, House Property, Freehold Ground Rents. Farming Stock (three months' credit), Growing Timber, Machinery, Household Furniture (modern and antique). 1SALE OF HORSES, CARRIAGES, &c., at the Star Yard, Bridgend, every month. VALUATIONS made for Probate, Mortgage, Sale, Tenant Right, Hotels, &c. PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE in management of Estates. Ground Rents Collected. AGENT for Life. Accident, Fire, and Live Stock Insurance, also Workmen's Compensation. Various Freehold and Leasehold Residences and Villas in Bridgend, Porthcawl, and District to be Let or Sold. Furnished & Unfurnished Houses and Bungalows to be Let at Porthcawl. Reasonable Terms given for Selling Freehold and Leasehold Properties, Farming Stock, Household Furniture, &o. o. Telegrams—" LAMBERT, AUCTIONEER,BBJDGEND.' 3Nat. Telephone 0198. Offices—PRUDENTIAL BUILDINGS, BRIDGEND. Branch Offices at Aberavon, Porthcawl, and Maesteg. 4364 NEWCASTLE HOUSE, BRIDGEND. The above desirable Residence, with Lawns, Gardens, Stabling, etc., to be let furnished. Full particulars on application to Harry F. Lambert, Estate Agent, Bridgend. 9700 SALE FIXTURES. July 24th.—Sale of Leasehold Properties at Bridgend. A July 24th.—Sale of Valuable Freehold, Customary- hold and Leasehold Properties and Minerals situate at Heoleathog and Bridgend. July 24th.—Sale of Nine Valuable Villa Residences at Porthcawl. July—Sale of Leasehold Properties at Glyncorrwg. July—Sale of Furniture at Porthcawl. July—Sale of Old, Modem Silver and China at Bridgend. Aug.—Important Sale of Leasehold Properties and Valuable Building Sites. Jr. Harry F. Lambert's Annonncements. BRIDGEND, GLAMORGAN. Sale of 2 Leasehold Dwelling Houses. MR. HARRY F. LAMBERT (Fellow of the Auctioneers' Institute), has received instruc- tions to OFFER FOR SALE BY AUCTION at ilte Dunraven Hotel, Bridgend, on SATURDAY, JULY 24TH, 1909, at 3 p.m. (subject to the Condi- tions of Sale as shall be then and there produced), all those Two LEASEHOLD DWELLING HOUSES AND PREMISES situate in Cae Wallis Road. Bridgend, and let to Mr. W. J. Bowen and Mr. Jenkins at lis. 6d. per week each. The above property is held for a term of 999 years from 24tli June, 1901, at the Annual Ground Rent of £ 2 10s. per house. This Sale was postponed from the 17th inst., to July 24th. For further particulars and orders to view apply tc the Auctioneer at his Office, Bridgend, or to Mr. W. M. Thomas, Solicitor, Bridgend. 10002 BRIOOEND AND HEOLEATHOG, BRYNCETHIN, GLAMORGAN. Sale of Valuable Freehold, Customaryhold, and Leasehold Properties. MR. HARRY F. LAMBERT (Fellow of the Auctioneers' Institute), has received in- structions to offer for SALE BY AUCTION, at the Dunraven Hotel, Bridgend. on Saturday, July 24th. 1909, at 3.30 p.m. prompt, (subject to such conditions of Sale as shall be then and there produced) the following valuable FREEHOLD, CUSTOMARYHOLD AND LEASEHOLD DWELLING HOUSES, LAND, AND VALUABLE MINERALS. Lot 1. All that valuable Freehold Dwelling House, premises, and Garden, situate atAbernathin Heoleathog, now in the occupation of Mr. Robins, ■ait a rental of 22s. per lunar month, together with ALL THAT VALUABLE FREEHOLD PASTURE FIELD situate at Abernathin Heoleathog, containing an area of 1 acre or thereabouts, and now let to Mr. William Jones, at a rental of £2 10s. per annum. TIIH lot is subject to an Annuity at the rate of 6s. Iter week, payable to Mr. Walter Howells, aged 80 years or thereabouts, for his life. This lot does not include any mines or minerals as the same, together with surface rights in con- nection therewith, being reserved to Mr. John Iltvd Dillwyn Nicholl as specified in the convey- ance of the land from him dated 22nd March, 1895. Lot 2. All that valuable Customaryhold dwelling house, Premises, Quarry and Gardens, known as U Primrose Hill House, situate at Heoleathog, now in the occupation of Mrs. Andrews, at a rental of 39s. per lunar month. With lot 2 will be sold the Vendor's Estate and interest in the valuable Mine- rals &, upper Measures of which have been leased to the Cardiff and District Collieries, Limited, for i60 years, from the 29th September, 1908, determin- able by the Lessees by notice after 10 years. Dead Hent, £10; Royalty, 6d. per ton Wayleave, one farthing per ton. This lot is held of the Manor of Coity Wallia, and the fine is small and certain. Lot 3 All that Leasehold Villa Residence, situate and being No. 56, Sunnyside, Bridgend, now in the occupation of Mr. William Thomas. The above lot is held for a term of 99 years, from 24th June, 1908, at the low annual Ground Rent of :£1 13s., and has the following accommodation:— GROUND FLOOR — Dining-room, drawing-room. Mtehen, pantry, outside wash and coal house and W.C. FIRST FLooR-3 bedrooms, bathroom and W.C. This house would command a rental of 9s. 6d. per week. For further particulars apply to the Auctioneer, at his Offices in Bridgend, or to the Vendor's solicitor, MR. EDWARD HORLEY, Andrews Buildings, 67, Queen Street, Cardiff. 62 PORTHCAWL, GLAMORGAN. Important Sale of Valuable Leasehold Villas. MR. HARRY F. LAMBERT (Fellow of the Auctioneers' Institute), has reeeived in- structions to offer for Sale by Auction, at the Porthcawl Hotel, Porthcawl, on SATURDAY, JULY 24th, 1909, at 7.30 p.m. prompt (subject to the Con- ditions of Sale to be then and there produced), all those nine well-built LEASEHOLD VILLAS, situate in SUFFOLK PLACE, PORTHCAWL, and being Nos. 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11,12. The above Villa Residences are situate in Suffolk "Place (off Victoria Road), Porthcawl, and have the following accommodation. Ground Floor—Dining Room, Drawing Room, Kitchen, Back Kitchen, Pantry, Outside Coal-house and W.C. First Floor—4 Bedrooms, Bath Room, Lavatory, and 'V.C. The above properties are held for a term of 99 years, from the 24th June, 1908, at the low annual CJ round Rent of £2 per house. BY ANOTHER DIRECTION. All those TWO LEASEHOLD VILLA RESIDENCES, recently erected and being Nos. 13 & 14, CHURCH PLACE, PORTHCAWL, held for a term of 99 years, from the 25th of March, 1909, at a ground rent of £3 lBe. per house. Acoommodation, No. 13—Two Sitting Rooms, Xitchen, Scullery, Pantry and Out Offices. First and Second Floors—5 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Lava- tory and W.C. No.14-Two Sitting Rooms, Kitchen, Scullery, Pantry and Out Offices. First and Second Floors— 8 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Lavatory and W.C. The Auctioneer wishes to call speoial attention to these properties. They are well and substan- tially built, with single and double bay windows, and situate in the best residential part of this liealthy seaside resort, within two minutes walk of the Great Western Railway Station; three min- utes of the Esplanade, and five minutes of the Sandy Bay Bathing Beach. Further particulars and orders to view can be obtained of the Auctioneer, at his offices. Pru- dential Buildings, Bridgend, or of W. POWELL PAVID, Esq. Solicitor, Bridgend and Porthoawl.65 EDWARD PREECE (JUNIOR), F.A.A., AUCTIONEER, VALUER, AND PUBLIC ACCOUNTAlk, 61, PARK BTRBBT, BRIDGEND. Koamina Otfdi may be obtained at the 4*01ggpffgus Qwtt#" Office, QuaexHrtrept. Auctioneers' Announcements. MICHAEL DAVIES Fellow of the Auctioneers' Institute, AUCTIONEER, VALUER, ACCOUNTANT AND AUDITOR, 15, WYNDHAM STREET, BRIDGEND, AND 21, TALBOT STREET, MAESTEG, HOTEL VALUER AND GAUGER (20 Years Experience). AGENT FOR THE BEST FIRE AND LIFE INSURANCE COMPANIES. Also for the Union Castle Steamship Company to South Africa. And the Cunard Company for America and Canada Stocks and Furniture Purchased Privately. "Trovano," Cotty Fields, Bridgend, a semide- tached TSla wiKJh every convenience. 10009 Sale of a fine Trichord Pianoforte in Ebonised Case, iron frame also American Organ, 7 stops. 100 SALE FIXTURES. July 24th.—Sale of 3 Leasehold Cottages in Clifton Street, Bridgend. July 26th.—Sale of Leasehold Dwelling House, Maiden Street, Cwmfelin, Maesteg. July 26th.-Sale of 2 unfinished Dwelling Housea at Cwmfelin, Maesteg. July 29th.-Sale of Furniture, &c., Drill Hall. Bridgend. July 29th.-Sale of Shop Fittings, at Bridgend. July 30th.—Sale of Two Leasehold Villas at Og- more Vale. July 31sc.—Sale of 4 Freehold Houses at Penyvai. July 31st. — Sale of Leasehold Shop at Cefn Cribbwr. Aug. 30th.—Sale of 41 Leasehold Cottages at Maestsg. 1'HE Sale of 2 Villas in Coity Fields' has been withdrawn, they having been sold by private treaty. 139 SALE OF CONVENIENTLY SITUATED LEASEHOLD COTTAGES IN BRIDGEND. Dunraven Hotel. A/f R. MICHAEL DAVIES (Fellow of the Auctioneers' Institute) has received instruc- tions to SELL BY AUCTION at the Dunraven Hotel, Bridgend, on SATURDAY, THE 24TH DAY OF JULY, 1909, at 3.30 o'clock (subject to such Condi- tions as shall be then and there read), the following LEASEHOLD COTTAGES:— Lot I.-All that Leasehold Cottage, No. 34, Clifton Terrace, Bridgend, in the occupation of Mr. John Lazarus. Lot 2.—All that Leasehold Cottage, No. 35, Clifton Terrace, Bridgend, in the occupation of Mr. Fry. Lot 3.—All that Leasehold Cottage, No. 36, Clifton Terrace, Bridgend, in the occupation of Mr. Albert Wiltshire. The premises are held for the unexpired residue of the term of 99 years from the 1st day of November, 1892, subject to a yearly Ground Rent of £4 8s. Od., which will be apportioned at the time of Sale. The premises are let to monthlv tenants at 5s. 6d. each per week, tenants paying W ater Rates. For further particulars apply to the Auctioneer, 15, Wyndham Street, Bridgend, or to Messrs. Stockwood & Williams, Solicitors, Bridgend. 94 By order of Mortgagees. SALE OF LEASEHOLD DWELLING-HOUSE AT TROEDYRHIWGARTH. The Castle Hotel, Maesteg. MR. MICHAEL DAVIES (Fellow of the Auctioneer's Institute), has received instruc- tions to SELL BY AUCTION at the above Hotel on MONDAY, THE 26TH JULY, 1909, at half-past 6 o'clock (subject to Conditions of Sale to be there and then read) all that commodious, well-built, and excelleatly situated LEASEHOLD DWELLING-HOUSE No. 42, Maiden Street, Troedyrhiwgarth, (the property, according to the Deed, is known as No. 34, Overt Terrace, but altered since) in the occupa- tion of a good tenant paying 26s. per lunar month. The Premises are held under Lease for 99 years from September 29th, 1903, at the apportioned Annual Ground Rent of £ 1 2s. lid. For further particulars apply to the Auctioneer at 21, Talbot Street, Maesteg, and 15, Wyndham Street, Bridgend, or to Messrs. Hatchett, Jones, Bisgood & Marshall, of 48, Mark Lane, London, Solicitors. 57 By Order of Mortgagee. Sale of Two Leasehold Houses at Troedyrhiwgarth. THE CASTLE HOTEL, MAESTEG. MR. MICHAEL DAVIES (Fellow of the Auc- tioneers' Institute), has received instructions to Sell by Auction at the above Hotel, on MONDAY, the 26th JULY, 1909, at half-past 6 o'clock (subject to Conditions of Sale to be there and then read), all those unfinished but nearly completed TWO LEASEHOLD DWELLING-HOUSES situate on the westerly side of and adjoining the "Full Moon" on the Maesteg Road, having a frontage of 47-ft. 5-in., or thereabouts, to Cerdyn Road, and containing a total area of 25^ perches, or thereabouts. The Premises are held under a Lease for 99 years, from September 29th. 1906. at the low Ground Rent of £ 3 3s. 9d. per annum. Consent has been given on behalf of the Lessor for the conversion of a House into a Shop, and the erection of a Bakehouse without payment of any additional Ground Rent. For further particulars apply to the Auctioneer, at 21, Talbot street. Maesteg, and 15. Wyndham street, Bridgend, or to Messrs. W. ILLlAMS & SONS, Solicitors, 119, St. Mary Street, Cardiff. 5S MAESTEG. Sale of Valuable Leasehold Dwelling-house. MR. MICHAEL DAVIES, F.A.I., Auctioneer, has been instructed to SELL BY PUBLIC AUCTION at the Castle Hotel, Maesteg, on MONDAY, THE 26TH DAY OF JULY, 1909, at 6-30 p.m. the following LEASEHOLD VILLA, subject to such conditions of sale as shall then and there be produced. All that valuable leasehold messuage or dwelling- house and premises situate and being No. 49, ST. MICHAEL'S ROAD, MAESTEG, as the same is in the occupation of the owner. The premises are held under an indenture of lease £ or the term of 99 years, from the 25th March, 1902, at the low annual ground rent of £1 10s. For further particulars apply to the Auctioneer at his offices in Wyndham St., Bridgead, and Talbot St., Maesteg; or to J. R. Snape. Esq., Solicitor, Maesteg, or E. E. Da vies, Esq., Solicitor, Maesteg. 87 DRILL HALL, BRIDGEND. NEXT THURSDAY. Sale of Household Furniture, 2 Pianofortes, American Organ, &c., &c. MR. MICHAEL DAVIES (F.A.I.), will sell a quantity of FURNITURE & EFFECTS, at the above hall, Next Thursday, July 29th, 19C9, removed for convenience of sale. Sale at half-past 2 o'clock. 152 In Bankruptcy-re Carengold. 59 and 61, NOLTON STREET, BRIDGEND. NEXT THURSDAY. MR. MICHAEL DAVIES (F.A.I.), has reoeived instructions from the Trustee, to Sell by Auction, at the above address, on THURSDAY NEXT, JULY 29th, 1909, the whole SHOP FITTINGS, including Brass Window Fittings for the 3 front windows, 3 Counters, Shelving around the Shop, several Busts and Dummies, inside and outside Blinds, Shop Chairs, etc., ete. Sale at 2 o'clock sharp. 152 OGMORE VALE. SALE OF TWO LEASEHOLD DWELLING HOUSES. Blandy Hotel, Ogmore Vale. MR. MICHAEL DAVIES (Fellow of the Auc- tioneers' Institute), has received instructions to offer by auction, at the above Hotel, at 7 o'clock in the evening, on FRIDAY, JULY 30th, 1909 (subject to conditions of sale to be there and then read). Lot l.-All that commodious, well-built, splen- didly situate Leasehold Premises being the lower of the two houses known as Dunraven Villas, in the occupation of a good tenant at 32s. per lunar month. Lot 2.—The adjoining premises in the occupation of the owner. These houses are quite new, are held under an agreement for lease of 99 years, from July 1st, 1909, at the very low ground rent cf 25s. each, and con- tain-large kitchen and pantry in basement; parlour, sitting-room and bath room on Ground Floor; and 3 good-sized bedrooms on First Floor. The houses are well-built, and situate on the main road leading to Nantymoel and close to the new Aber Colliery, and are well fitted up with ,every convenience for the comfort of the tenants. For further particulars apply to the Auctioneer at 15, Wyndham street, Bridgend, er Mr. W. PILGRIM MORRIS, Solicitor, Postycymmer 111 Auctioneers, Announcements. MR. MICHAElTbAVIES' ANNOUNCEMENTS CONTINUED. By Order of Mortgagees. SALE OF LEASEHOLD SHOP AT CEFN CRIBBWR. Dunraven Hotel, Bridgend. MR. MICHAEL DAVIES (Fellow of the Auc- tioneers' Institute) has received instructions by the Mortgagee to SELL BY AUCTION at the above Hotel, on SATURDAY, 31st JULY, 1909, at 3.30 p.m. (subject to conditions of sale to be there and then read), all that LEASEHOLD SHOP AND PREMISES known as The Star Shop," Cefn Cribbwr. Further particulars next week, or on application to the Auctioneer, or to MR. W. PILGRIM MORRIS, 149 Solicitor, Pontycymmer. PENYVAI, ABERKENFIG. Sale of Four New Freehold Houses. DUNRAVEN HOTEL, BRIDGEND. MR. MICHAEL DAVIES (Fellow of the Auc- tioneers' Institute) has received instructions to SELL BY AUCTION at the above Hotel at 3 p.m. on SATURDAY, JULY 31ST, 1909 (subject to conditions of sale to be there and then read). Lot I-All that Freehold House and Garden adjoining Court Colman Rd. and Penyvai Common, in the occupation of Mr. F. Gillard, the owner. Lot 2-All that Freehold House and Garden adjoining Lot 1, in the occupation of Mr. D. Gillard, at £1 per month. Lot 3—All that Freehold House and Garden adjoining Lot 2, in the occupation of Mr. D. Morgan, at £1 per month. Lot 4-All that Freehold House and Garden adjoining Lot 3, in the occupation of Mr. Jacob Thomas, at JB1 per month. For further particulars apply to the Auctioneer, 15, Wyndham Street, Bridgend or to Messrs T. J. Hughes and Lewis, Solicitors, Bridgend. 125 HOWELL WILLIAMS AUCTIONEER, TENANT RIGHT AND HOTEL VALUER, BRIDGEND. Mr. Howell Williams's Announcements. SALE FIXTURES. Sale of Freehold Building Land at New Road, Porthcawl, July 31st. Fat Stock at Llantwit Major, August 3rd. PORTHCAWL, GLAMORGANSHIRE. Re Rees Williams, deceased. HIGHLY Important and Attractive Sale of Eligible Freehold Building Sites and Accomodation Pasture Land situate at New Road, Porthcawl, within easy distance of Porthcawl Station, G.W.R., will be offered for SALE by PUBLIC AUCTION by MR. HOWELL WIL- LIAMS at the Dunraven Hotel, Bridgend, on SATURDAY, THE 31ST DAY OF JULY, 1909, at 3.30 p.m. sharp. Lot 1.—A Plot of Freehold Land, suitable for building, being part of .property called the Mercies and containing in area la. 2r. 154p. Lot 2.—A Plot of Freehold Land, suitable for building, being also part of the Mercies," and situate to the East of Lot 1. For further particulars, plans, and Conditions of Sale, apply to the Auctioneer at his Offices, Bridg- end ana Cardiff, or to Messrs. Stockwood & Williams, 157 Solicitors, Bridgend. LLANTWIT MAJOR. WHITE LION AUCTION MART. MR. HOWELL WILLIAMS (Fellow of the Auctioneers' Institute) will hold his next Sale of Fat Stock at above Mart on TUESDAY, AUG. 3rd, 1909 (in consequence of Monday, Aug. 2nd, being a Bank Holiday), at 12.30 p.m. Present Entries:— 30 Grand Fat CATTLE. 310 Choice Fat SHEEP and LAMBS. 65 Dairy-fed PORKERS, CALVES, &c. Further entries solicited. Auctioneer's Onices Bridgend, Cardiff & Llant- wit Major. 136 llr, J. Richard Thomas's Annonncements THE LLANTWIT MAJOR AUCTION MART. NEXT Sale, MONDAY, 26th JULY, 1909, at 12 noon— 50 Prime Fat CATTLE and CALVES. 350 Choice Fat SHEEP, LAMBS and PIGS. J. RICHARD THOMAS, Auctioneer, 134 Cardiff. Mr. John David's Annonncements. IVY HOUSE, LLANTWIT MAJOR. Sale of Household Furniture. MR. JOHN DAVID has received instructions from the representatives of the late Mrs. Mary Williams to SELL BY AUCTION near the above house, on MONDAY, JULY 26TH, 1909, viz :— Mahogany Cheffonier, Mahogany Pembroke Table, Mahogany Case Grandfather Clock, Mahogany Loo Table, Easy Chair, 6 Windsor Chairs, Pictures, 8-day Timepiece, Folding Chair, Sofa, Round Oak Table, 2 Circular Front Mahogany Chest Drawers, Oak Chest Drawers dated 1708, 4 Iron and Wooden Bedsteads and Palliasses, 5 Feather Beds, Bed Linen. Counterpanes, Blankets, Cane-seat Chairs, Commode Chair, 3 Waslistands and Ware, 4 Toilet Glasses, 3 Dressing Tables, Towel Rail, Small Fender, Ornaments, &c. SALE AT 2-30 P.M. Auctioneer's Offices, Cowbridge. [133 PARTICULARS of SALE of FREEHOLD p and COPYHOLD PROPERTY situate at Waunsceel, Bridgend, to be offered for SALE BY AUCTION by MR. JOHN DAVID at the Dun- raven Hotel, Bridgend, on SATURDAY, THE 8TH DAY OF AUGUST, 1909, at 3 o'clock in the afternoon. Lot 1.—All that well built and conveniently arranged Freehold Residence known as Wauns- ceel," situate near the road between Bridgend and Coychurch, together with the garden, orchard and outbuildings, and the four fields adjoining the same, numbered 88, 90, 99 and 100 on the Ordnance Survey, altogether containing an area of 15a. 3r. 8p. This Lot is let with Lot 2 to Mr. D. H. Lloyd for the residue of the term of 21 years from the 2nd day of February, 1890 at a total rent of J6170. Lot 2.—All those 3 Freehold Fields adjoining Lot 1 to the North and known as Lowest Four Acres," "Farther Four Acres," and "Eight Acres Waun sceel," containing together 17a. 2r. 17p. This is included with Lot 1 in the letting to Mr. Lloyd. Lot 3.—All that Copyhold Field adjoining and on the North side of the road leading from Bridgend to Coychurch and bounded on the West by the Vale of Glamorgan Railway containing in area 6a. 3r. 34p., and numbered 94 on the Ordnance Survey. This field is let with those comprised in the next Lot to Messrs. Lewis Edwards and Thomas Edwards on an annual tenancy at the rent of J380. Lot 4.—All those 4 Freehold Fields situate on the South side of the Great Western Railway near Coychurch Road and numbered 123,125,127 and 131. The total area of this lot is 15a. 3r. 4p. It is let with the previous lot to Messrs. Edwards at a total rent of B80. Lot 5.—All those two Freehold Parcels numbered 124 and 132 on the Ordnance Survey, and situate on the South side of and adjoining the road leading from Bridgend to Coychurch, and containing by ad- measurement 2a. 2r. 30p. This lot is let on an annual tenancy to Mr. Edward Evans at the annual rent of j315. Lots 4 and 5 are excellently adapted for building purposes, there being a good road frontage and excellent stone available. In all cases the tithes, rates and taxes are pay- able by the tenants. The Agreements of Tenancy can be seen at the offices of the Vendor's Solicitors at any time prior to the sale. For further particulars, plans, &c., apply to the Auctioneer at his offices, Cowbridge; or to Messrs. STOCKWOOD & WILLIAMS, 138 Solicitors, Bridgend. r MITRE HOTEL YARD, BRIDGEND. MR. THOS. CLANZY will SELL BY AUC- TION at the above address on MONDAY NEXT, JULY 26TH, at 3 p.m. sharp, an Ariel LIGHT WEIGHT MOTOR CYCLE, 3 horse power, condition as new. Also a small quantity of Household Furniture, seized under County Court Execution. There will be no reserve. ISO I Auctioneers' Announcements. Mr. T. J. Torwerth's Annonncements. COWBRIDGE MARKET. TUESDAY, AUGUST 3RD, 1909. MR. T, J. YORWERTH has received instruc- tions from J. B. Wayman, Esq., to Sell by Auotion, on TUESDAY, AUGUST 3RD, 1909, at 11.15 a.m. 10 HEIFERS AND CALVES. "I Kf\ GRAND CROSS AND HALF-BRED JLOU LAM'KS. Auctioneer's Offices, Cowbridge. PRELIMINARY ANNOUNCEMENT. — Look out for — Telynfab Gwalia's 2nd Concert Tour TONDU, OCTOBER 6th, 1909. All fresh artistes. Proceeds towards the Tondu and Aberkenfig Coronation Silver Band. 120 BISHOP BROS., .9 Coachbuildeps, ANGEL STREET, BRIDGEND. Repairs, Painting, Upholstering, &c., carefully executed. Rubber Tyreing at moderate prices. Estimates Free. 117
Family Notices
Hxrtljs, JttarriagES & Deatlja MARRIAGE. ELLIS-CORNS.-At Nolton Church, Bridgend, on July 18th (by license), by the Rev. James Price es Davies, B.A., Katie, eldest daughter of Mr. John Corns, King's Head Hotel, Bridgend, to W. A. Ellis, Electrician, H.M.S. Minotaur. ACKNOWLEDGMENT. MRL. ANN SMITH, widow of the late William Smith, 20, Strand, Blaengarw, desires to thank the public and friends for the floral tributes received, and also for the very deep sympathy expressed with her in her recent sad bereavement. 115 IN MEMORIAM. In ever loving memory of William, beloved husband of M. J. Salter, Talbot Arms, Bridgend, who departed this life July 23rd, 1903. We have to mourn the less of one, We did our best to Save; Beloved on earth, regretted, gone, Remembered in the grave. UNSEEN—BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. In loving memory of my dear wife, Mary Jane Pearce, who departed this life, July 25th, 1908. You're not forgotten, dearest one, Nor ever will you be As long as life and memory lasts, We will remember thee. 153 Ed. Pearce, Pantygog.
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Every summer that comes round calls at- ention to something which is missing in the own of Bridgend. In winter people manage .0 pass leisure hours away more or less use- ully or pleasantly under cover from the veather, but when Nature calls upon them n the warm months to breathe pure air, )athe in sunshine, and take the recreation vhich She intended' them to take, they look tround in vain for the necessary facilities. Wo say necessary'' facilities advisedly. rrue, there are the roads free to take exer- ;ise on, and one can get away from hard nacadam and dust-laden air by seeking one if the many footpaths leading through green ields. And let it be parenthetically re- narked that Nature has done her part in pro- dding picturesque and romantic scenery in he vicinity of the town. The something vhich is missing consists of places of rest by he wayside. We do not know of a. single mblic seat upon which pedestrians ca n, rest vithin a couple of miles of the town, DM do ve remember a single attempt within recent rea-re to provide any. To the absence of hese conveniences we attribute the fact that he average Bridgend man and woman, except m the occasion of holidays, never takes exer- i;s»> ir the open air. One may walk out in ih-: roads, lanes, and footpaths on the finest evenings, and on Sundays, and find them al- nost deserted. This ignoring of Nature's inest medicine must have a bad effect, on the lealth, physique, and temper of the inhabi- tants. The provision of a number of seats iround the town would, probably, attract nany inhabitants into the open air who find jontinuous walking too tiring to be enjoy- ible. Something which is still more conspicuous )y its absence is a recreation ground. Natives of Bridgend do not miss a play- ground for the simple reason that what one lever has had one never misses. But the lew-comer is struck by the absence of such 1 convenience in a town with centuries of listory behind it. It would be almost un- believable, were it not true, that a place of :.he age of Bridgend should have gone on through the years without this desirable ad- junct being acquired at some time or other. Modern life, requiring, as it does, most of us DO spend our working hours indoors, makes such a public "lung" almost essential; yet Bridgend struggles on year by year without it—the only ancient town of similar size we know of without such a place. What is ivanted—and what the working classes have a, moral right to—is a large ground, where old men can, smoke their pipes and talk over past deeds, where the young and vigorous can take part in healthy games, and where nursemaida can take their charges for the open-air that is absolutely necessary for them if the future generation is to be sound in body. We are far behind other old towns in South Wales, and even newer places are fast passing us. Only last year two recreation grounds were laid out in the Ogmore Valley, and we shall be surprised if the Garw Valley does not quickly follow suit. The difficulty is-and we suppose always has been—ways and means. An appeal could not be made to the District Council to move in the matter with any confidence. Rates are already burdensome, and the Council are always engrossed1 in some other subject which calls for immediate attention—a sewerage scheme, electric works, a new bridge, or something else, which they, at least, think more urgent. There would be equally smaH i hope of raising a public fund for the purchase of land, for unless such a project were started with a few very heavy subscriptions, it would be unlikely to reach the large sum required! for an adequate site. The only hope is an appeal to landlords whose estates border on the town to give, as Mr. Brace would put it, a small share out of wealth beyond the dreams of avarice to those whose only recrea- tion ground are the streets and a few square feet of back yard'. This will be put down as cheap clap-trap by the man who can take his month abroad in the holiday season, a villa for the summer at Porthcawl, or spend hours a week on the golf links, or who has his own private grounds. To us it is nothing short of pathetic that hun- dreds of youths in the town have no place where they can pitch a set of stumps in the summer or kick a football in winter. In many other towns in Glamorgan, landowners have realised their moral responsibility in this direction. Mr. Blandy Jenkins has pre- Mnted the necessary land to the Ogmore Val- ley, the Earl of Jersey has given greund to Briton. Ferry, and Miss Talbot has concedied a site to Port Talbot for recreation grounds— all in the past year or two. A few years ago, the Romilly Estate conferred a similar favour on Barry. Will no one come to the aid of Bridgend? A contested District Council election in Bridgend is almost a novelty, and if for no other reason than this, there should be much interest in the polling which takes place next Monday to fill the seat in the South Ward rendered vacant by the death of Mr. R. C. Griffiths. Since the division of the district into wards, interest in local elections has lamentably waned. Ratepayers who would probably have been induced to offer them- selves for election undor the old system, hesi- tate to face a single-handed fight in a small area. There was formerly a better chance of pushing into one of the three seats, more ex- citement, and generally a. good deal of humour in the old-time elections. A contest between two candidates is more apt to be- come bitter than one between several; it is a question of You or me," and defeat is more conspicuous. These are probably the reasons why there have been no contests worth recalling under the wards system and why retiring members have more often than not been returned unopposed. The present election, without the retiring member in the field, has created a little more stir than usual, and the poll promises to be fairly heavy. Mr. Michael Davies having retired from the field, the fight is left between Ex-Supt. Davis and Mr. Frederick Higgins. Both candidates are so well known to the electors that com- ment seems superfluous. Each is interested in the ward, one having property there, and the other carrying on a business in the main thoroughfare. Mr. Davis has had far the wider experience of public affairs, and has proved his ability in rising in such an exact- ing body as the police force to the important position of superintendent and retaining the confidence of the Chief Oonstable and the Standing Joint Committee until age com- pelled retirement. While, he has spent many years in the town of his adoption, lie has had experience in other towns which has enabled him to broaden his outlook and given him a wide knowledge of men and matters. He can also be relied upon to consistently sup- port careful and economical administration- We regret that neither candidate has, so far, advocated the open door at Council meetings. In recent years the Council has conducted its business in a manner which is utterly foreign to the spirit of the Act which brought Urban Councils into being and of the Admission of the Press Act in which the Government of the day has emphasised the view that the ratepayers' business should be conducted in public. Nearly all the important business of the Council is now transacted' in committee. The way in which the purchase of the electrical undertaking was carried out is a standing disgrace to the Council, and the negotiations for a new bridge are proceeding with equal secrecy. A member who proposed at the last meeting that the Bridge question should! be made public did not even get a seconder to his motion. Even the threatened action in regard to the pollution of the Ogmore River is dealt with sub rasa; yet the PemylK>nt and Maesteg Councils openly discuss the same subject, to the enlightenment of the rate- payers and without any detriment to their interests. There is no legitimate r^'isor why all the business of the Council should not be taken in the presence of the Press on the other hand, such a course ensures purity in public life. It is in the committee-room, where speeches are buried from the light of day, that the temptation is greatest to grind axes and commit jobbery. We trust that, whoever is elected, the new member will vote open door."
LOCAL NEWS.
LOCAL NEWS. ♦ Grand Concert.—Royal Welsh Ladies' Choir, Town-hall, Bridgend, September loth, 1909. 86 Thomas Edwards's Summer Sale now Pro- ceeding. Opposite the Market, Caroline- street, Bridgend. 85 The Celebrated Lipton's Teas and Pro- visions may be had of the Agent for Bridgend -T. Woodward, near The Bridge. Dr. Barnardo's Young Helpers' League.— A Repeat Concert and Entertainment in aid of the above, by the Ingleside Lodge of the Bridgend Habitation, at the Town-hall, Bridgend, July 29th, 1909. Wednesday Next, B.W.T.A. Fete at Elms- field (if wet at Town Hall), to be opened by Mrs. Turbervill at 3 p.m. No useless fancy stall 1 Home made provisions. Groceries at store prices. Fruit, Vegetables. Flowers. Afternoon Teas. Bright Music. The Jungle! Bee Demonstrations. Alfresco Concert. Admission, 6d. only. Absolutely Unsectarian. Pray come and Help us! DISTRICT COUNCIL ELECTION.—Polling for the election of a member of the District Council to fill the seat in the South Ward rendered vacant by the death of Mr. R. C., Griffiths, takes place next. Monday. Mr. Michael Davies having withdrawn, the candi- dates are Ex-Police Supt. John Davis and Mr. Frederick Higgins, Nolton-street. PASTOR FOR HERMON.—The members of Her- mon Welsh C.M. Church. Bridgend. have unanimously decided to appoint a pastor, though no definite call" has yet been made. —Dyfed, the Archdruid, who was to have oc- cupied the pulpit on Sunday, was unable to fulfil his engagement owing to indisposition. He was deputised by the Rev. Thomas Evans, M.A., B.D., of Bala. CHRIST MISSION CHURCH.—The anniversary services of this church on Sunday were alto- gether successful, there being good congrega- tions at all the services. The pulpit was oc- cupied by Miss Conie, Brynmawr, whose stir- ring discourses were listened to with rapt at- tention.—The annual outing of the school took place on Wednesday at Ogmore. The children, accompanied by a number of par- ents and friends, were conveyed to the ten- dezvous in vehicles kindly lent by tradesmen of the town. Despite the inclement weather in the morning, a pleasant day was spent. OCCASIONAL COURT.-On Thursday (before Mr. W. J. Lewis), E'van Williams, Caelig Farm, Bryncethin. was charged with using threats towards his father, John Williams. P.C. Thomas gave evidence of arrest, and stated that on Tuesday evening lie was called to the house occupied' by Mr. John Williams. Prisoner jumped1 on the table and threatened to kill his father. On the application of In- spector Benj. Evans, prisoner was remanded until Monday.—Moses Stafford, no fixed abode, was charged with stealing three pounds of bacon from the taproom of the New Inn, Penyfai, the property of Mary Thomas. Sergt. Phillips (Aberkenfig) arrested the pri- soner at the New Inn, and afterwards re- covered the bacon from a hedge about a hun- dred yards from the house, where, it was al- leged, the prisoner had placed it. Prisoner, who said in reply to the charge, "I know no- thing about it," was remanded. ASSURANCE STAFF'S OUTING.—The annual outing of the Bridgend district staff of the Refuge Assurance Company took place last Friday, the party, including wives and fri,endo, leaving by the 8.30 a.m. train for Weston-super-Mare under the conductorehip of the popular superintendent, Mr. S. Morton Jenkins. Arrived' at Weston, after a pleas- ant journey, an excellent programme was car- ried out, including visits to various places of interest and a drive around Kew Stoke Woods. Various sports were also indulged in, including swiming competitions at the Baths. After tea a short business meeting was held. Mr. Jenkins, who presided, con- gratulated the staff upon the good feeling which prevailed amongst them, and pointed out that with similar unity m business suc- cess was certain. He also referred to the ex- cellent results obtained during the June quarter, and thanked his assistants for the efforts put forward. The prize winners were made known as follows:—Messrs. D. J. Fos- ter, R. Morgans, and E. A. Goulden.
NAYAL WEDDING AT BRIDGEND.
NAYAL WEDDING AT BRIDGEND. ELLIS—CORNS. A pretty wedding took place, by license, at St. Mary's (Nolton) Church on Sunday morn- ing, the bride being Miss Katie Corns, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Corns, King's Head Hotel, Bridgend, and the bridegroom Mr. W. A. Ellis (son of Mr. George Ellis, Newport), electrician of H.M.S. Minotaur.. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Jas. Price Davies, B.A. The bride, who was given away by her father, was attired in a tailor-made costume of putty colour, with pale blue hat, trimmed with forget-me-nots and rosebuds, with strings to match. She was accompanied by he*- little sister, Miss Gwennie Corns, who looked very pretty in white, carrying a basket of flowers. The duties of best man were discharged by Mr. Alfred J. Gorns, the bride's brother, who, like the bridegroom, wore Naval uniform. The wedding breakfast was served at the King's Head Hotel, and subsequently Mr. and Mrs. Ellis left for Matlock for the honeymoon. The following is a list of the presents: — Bride to Bridegroom Gold signet ring. Bridegroom to Bride: Dress ring and Mal- tese lace scarf. Mother of Bride Inlaid Sheraton bedroom suite, bedstead to match, and canteen of cut- lery. Father of Bride: Piano. Fathp-r of Bridegroom: Worcester china basket with sugar and cream. Mr. A. H. Corns: Cheque and Turkey rug. Mr. Alf. Corns: Cheque and Oriental vases. Mr. W. P. Corns: Silk Eiderdown quilt. Miss E. Corns: Set brass fireirons and paintings. Master Stanley and Miss Gwennie Corns: Cruet stand. Mr. John Hopkins (uncle of bride): Case of fish knives and forks. Mr. Cross, Newport (cousin of bride): Silver hot water jug. Miss Thomas, Maesteg (cousin): Silver- mounted marmalade pot and spoon. Mr. and Mrs. T. W. David. Pendoylair- House Silver and Worcester three-tier cake- stand. Mr. Kaiseth, Cardiff: Silver-mounted and china butter cooler. Misses Richards. Colwinstone: Silver- mounted candlesticks. Mr. and Mrs. Freedman: Brass painted mirror fire screen. Miss Bronwen Evans: Silk hand-worked { table centre. Mr. Goodman: Silver-plated and glass celery stand. Mrs. and Misses McLellan Pair linen sheets. Miss Cissie Evans Silver-plated and glass flower vases. Miss Jessie Roberts: Silver-plated china fruit stand. Mr. and Mrs. E. Ayres: Antique silk tapestry picture. Miss Edith Thomas: Silver-plated cake basket. Messrs. Dold and Needham: Silver-plated glass and sardine stand. Mr. and Mrs. Elward, Colwinstone: Plated oak butter cooler. Mr. a.nd Mrs. G. Simmonds: Hearthrug. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Lewis, Cae Derwen: Mounted basket with serviette rings. Alderman and Mrs. T. J. Hughes: Silver- backed li-iiid, glass. Miss Doris Davies: Hand-worked table- centre. Mrs. ami Misses David, Picton Court Linen bed spread. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Williams, Garth House: Breakfast service. Mr. and Mrs. Spencer, Duke Hotel. Cow- bridge: Silver-mounted cut-glass salad bewl and silver servers. Miss Griffiths, West Court: Silver and glass butter dish and knife. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Davies: Brussels hearth rug. Principal and Mrs. Rees: Brussels hearth rug. Mr. and Mrs. Gwilym Stradling: Antique china and silver-mounted breakfast cruet. Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Jones, Paris House: Silver afternoon tea set in- case, and hand- worked linen cloth. Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Evans. Park-street: Silver-plated trinket tray. Nurse Davies, Sunnyside: Hand-worked toilet set. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis, Sunnyside: China Hower pot. Mr. Oscar Jenkins Silk tapestry ottoman. Mr. and Mrs. J. Jenkins, Birch Grove: Pair silver flower vases. Mr. and Mrs. W. Leyshon: Brass crumb tray and brush. Mr. and Mrs. George Singer: Silver- mounted cut glass flower and fruit stand. Misses Woodward, Enfield Silver-plated china preserve stand and spoons. Nurse Banks Silver bread fork. Mr. and Mrs D. Williams (Caroline-street): Real Worcester vase. Mr. and Mrs McAllister Fancy linen quilt. Mr. and Mrs. Williams (Coity-road): Set of crochet d'oyleys. Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Williams. Nolton- I street: Half-dozen linen serviettes. Mr. and Mrs. R. Jones: Fancy linen after- noon cloth. Messrs. Salt and Co.: Copper and beasts floor stand lamp. complete. Mr. T. W. Powell, Cheltenham Copper kettle. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Lewis: Morocco com- munion service in case. Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Evans, Penl'lyn Court: Silver pickle stand. Mr. David Lewis, Swansea Linen table cloth. Messrs. D. McLellan, T. Davies, J. Lloyd, and T. Davies: China tea pot and stand and hot water jug. Mrs. Kemp, Treos: Cheese dish and antique jug. Mr. Charles Corbett: Novel elephant clock. Messrs. Buckley and Co., Llanelly Cheque. MT. George Cameron Lady's Morocco work box. Mr. Fred Protheroe: Painting, "Ogmore Castle and Stepping-stones." Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Stradling: Tray cloth. Miss Gwen Davies, King's Head Hotel Silk tea cosy. Mir. Ralph Whittle, Chorley: Set of carvers in steel case.
LOCAL CLUB'S AFFAIRS.
LOCAL CLUB'S AFFAIRS. 6EQUEL TO A BRIDGEND MAGISTERIAL DECISION. BRIDGEND BREWER AND SOLICITOR SUED FOR SUMS OF JE1,150 AND JE48. JUDGMENT FOR DEFENDANTS. At Glamorgan Assizes on Tuesday, before Mr. Justice Sutton, the case of Angora and Others v. Morgan and Llewellyn was heard, in which the affairs of the Blaeu- garw Constitutional Club were concerned. It was an action by the plaintiff and otbera (the trustees of the club) against Thomas Morgan, brewer, Pontyclun, and Bridgend, and David Llewellyn, solicitor, Ogmore Vale and Bridgend, for the return of two suma of £1,1150 and £48 12s. 1M., to which they af- leged they were entitled, but for which tho defendants denied all liability. Mr. Abel Thomas. K.C., M.P., and Mr. L. Prosser (in- structed by Mr. F. Gaskell, Cardiff) acted for the plaintiffs, and Mr. B. Francis-Williams, K.C., and Mr. John San key, K.C. (instructed by Mr. James Morgan, Cardiff), acted for thf- fendants. The plaintiff's case, outlined by Mr. Abal Thomas, was that the plaintiffs, Crt-o. Angovo, Joseph Wilkinson, and Michael English, were the trustees of the club in question, and thst George James. David WiHiams, William Wil- liams, John Gibby, James Davies, and Wm. Davies wore all ordinary members. The chib was registered as the Blaengarw Constitu- tional Uub. and was vested in the plaintiff*. In February, 1907, the club was struck off t.1wt register by the justices at Bridgend, and vram closed, and in September of the same ye*ar the premises, furniture, and fittings were eoIcI by the instructions of the trustees to Evan Griffiths and others for the sum of £ 1,972 2s- 10d.. and the defendant David Llewellyn, acting for the plaintiffs, oeceived the par- chase money. It was alleged that he, ACTING IN COLLUSION with the defendant Thomas Morgan, and without the instructions of the plaintiffs, paid over £ 1,150 of the purchase money to Thomas Morgan on the alleged ground that Morgn had a bill of sale on the effects of the club- dated April 18th, 1905, to secure £ 530 and interest, and also a mortgage on the premi- ) ses, dated October 30th. 1905, to secure £ 50» 4 and interest. The club was insolvent wlwu closed, and numerous other creditors had not; received payment. The defendant Llewcdlynf also retained JE48 12s. lOd. for costs out of- the purchase money. The allegation of thw plaintiffs was that both the mortgage and brll of sale were invaiid and worthless, and tho mortgage deed, which was purported to IMP signed by the plaintiffs, had never bEoeta signed' by them. The signatures wem- attached without their consent or authority. The plaintiffs also aJJeged that in anything they consented to they did so believing that the bill of sale and mortgage were valid and binding documents. George Angove. Joseph Wilkinson, ami Michael English, the trustees, were all called. They were colliers, and all stated they trecr» illiterate. They all DENIED THAT MORGAN'S CLAIM O amounted to more than jE500 or £600. Tb was all left to Mr. Llewellyn to arrange, end they professed they knew nothing about thp documents they signed. They were toM it, was a matter of form, and they would be safe- guarded. Michael English said that. although only 1 JE500 was owing, he signed to pav Monris £ 1,100. 1 Mr. Williams: Do you mean to say that,, although you believed only £ 500 was dtie, yow M agreed to pay him £ 1,150? M Witness Yes. I did. I did not care irhaft became of it at last. I was fed up of going, j to Bridgend and getting into trouble for jt abstaining from my employment. Let every— body look out for themselves. (Laughter.} The Judge protested against the way tlurfc 'fi plaintiffs' case was got up. None of the wit- M nesses, so far. jN SEEMED TO KNOW ANYTHING. W Plaintiff came into court to try and find out |l particulars which should have been ascotr- ,fl tained beforehand by inquiry on the spot. 9 Mr. Charles M. Lloyd, charte.red acooira- tant, Ca.rdiff, said he had gone through til* ledger which Mr. Morgan produced to Tti- 9 at Mr. Llewellyn's office, and he found thadfc jfl the club owed him £ 600 odd for goods sap- fl plied. There was no record of any mouejp fl lent. JN Mr. J. W. Hughes, deputy-clerk to t- Bridgend justices, produced the evidence 9 given by defendant, Morgan, at the ptWce— court hearing. He said. "The club owe M 9 a trading account £ 622, about. I hold a fciA t of sale for security. no mortgage." ''9 This concluded the plaintiff's case, and his J9 Lordship remarked that after the most amIri- guous evidence of witnesses who knew no- 9 thing, the real doubt in his mind was whether j§| the bill of sale and the mortgage were not to 9 secure the same £ 500. There had been 9 evidence of a loan, unless forbearing to sum for goods sold vas considered as sueh. Mr. Williams said there was a loan ad»-'9j vanced. 9 The Judge: You may be able to prow that: I don't know.. The defendant. David Llewellyn. soHcifmy 9 Bridgend and Ogmore Yale, was then caUed^ 9 and said the mortgage was given to defend 9 ant Morgan for 9 MONEY ADVANCED 9 by him to pay the contractors, and had no, 9 thing to do with the bill oi sale, which wi 9 for goods supplied, Morgan having refused V supply further goods without security. 9 The defendant, Thomas Morgan, was aftaf 9 wards called, and produced his cheques Mtt 9 bank book to show that he advanced the straai 9 he now claimed by instalments to pay tlw-9 contractors for the new club buildings. JB Mr. Cule, cashier at Lloyd's Bank, BridIL- end, corroborated. iW His Lordship from time to time expro.itwd -jM strong views as to the plaintiffs perseycitxC. with the case in face of such evidence. ATrat jf at last declared it to be "an absolute ecandat » to the legal profession" that a charge of fradl,1 should have been preferred against -respeeb-I abie people upon the evidence of men lerho, knew nothing whatever. The evidence 40<M Mr. Llewellyn, Mr. Morgan, and the iuadKfl cashier made it dear that the money vaMMaj owing to Mr. Morgan, and more than tiud^9 claimed. He intimated that he could aeesMfS question for the jury. ^9 Mr. Abel Thomas suggested that the should say whether the money was dsn '1MB Mr. Morgan. jB The Judge: Do you seriously mean tfadUw Then perhaps you will recall your gee*—jj tant, and ask him if he is able to dwBWiW how the contractors were paid. Nobody BM|9 any facts about it on your side at all. VERDICT FOR DEFENDANTS. 9 Mr. Thomas was raising other poidH when J The Foreman of the Jury rose, and saifll "The jury have agreed." (Laughter.) |H The Judge: What do you say? -jM The Foreman Verdict for defendants, djjH Lord. JM His Lordship thereupon entered jnditSXMOMt for defendants, with costs. 9
MARGAM FLOWER SHOW. Jl
MARGAM FLOWER SHOW. Jl The Margam Flower Show will take sUKlj 011 Thursday, August 5th, and by the n9 permission, of Miss Talbot will, as usuaSL^H held in the beautiful Orangery. Tbis dfl is recognised to produce the finest exhi vegetables, fruit and flowers in South and we understand1 that this year the are more numerous than ever. In (Kldiitj9 to the merits of the actual show, the OCCMH is regarded1 by many hundreds as a een<M9 holiday, opportunity being afforded visiting the beautiful pleasure gromaLt of Margam Abbey, and of meandqf) ing amidst scenes hallowed by rerenM^i and holy associations. There are few Mil glorious spots in the country, and less privileges of the day. so graciously «X*f ceded' by Miss Talbot, ace deeply appreeutftj] bv all. -'jr I i