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BOI&iL OF THE LATE POLIOS…
BOI&iL OF THE LATE POLIOS SERGEANT STEAD. AN IMPOSING PROCESSION. It would be difficult to conceive a more imposing procession than that which took {>iace at Deri and Pontsarn on Monday last, when the last sad rites in connection with the death of Police Sergeant Stead were observed. Considerably over 100 police officers paid their last tribute to a popular colleague. How widely he was known and how deeply respected was amply demonstrated by the representative gathering of all sections of the community from a very wide area. It was but natural that the Glamorgan Police Force predom- inated. The deceased had completed his quarter of a century in the constabulary, and being of a genial hail-fellow-well-met disposition, had made innumerable friends. Supt. T. Williams, Treharris, with In- spector Canton, Bargoed, had made ideal arrangements for the day. These were carried out with precision, and in a fault- less manner. The main body of the men reached Deri by the 3 p.m. train, and in every respect bore out the reputation of the force as being a remarkably smart lot of men. In addition to the two officers named, Inspector Rees, Pontypridd, and Inspector Humphreys, were in attendance. Punctual to time, the coffin, covered with beautiful -floral tributes, was conveyed from the house to the railway station, where a special train was in waiting to convey it and the company to Pontsarn. On every hand there was unmistakable evidence of the esteem in which the de- ceased was held. Even as far as Fochriw and Pantywaun this evidence was not lacking. The sympathy shown towards Mrs. Stead, her three children, and the family was deep-rooted, nor indeed was P.S. Edwards overlooked. They all real- ised the brotherly affection which existed between the two officers and how keenly the one must have felt the loss of the other aa the result of a most regrettable accid- ent. At Pontsarn the cortege was met by another strong contingent of the Merthyr Borough Police, many of whom were in- timate friends of the deceased, being in the same force prior to the granting of the Charter to Merthyr. The combined forces, with the members of the Gelligaer Fire Brigade, were marshalled under the fault- less discipline of P.S. Folland, and carried the casket from the Railway Station to Vaynor Churchyard, where the interment took place. The procession, with the men in uniform and civilians, exceeded half-a- mile in length. At the house the Rev. D. Jones (curate), Deri, Rev. Wyndjiam Jones, Pant, and the Rev. T. Richards (vicar of Bargoed) were the officiating clergy. At the church and graveside Rev. J. Davies (rector) and Rev. R. D. Davies performed the last sad rites amidst a most impressive scene. The chief mourners were Mrs. Stead (widow) and her three children; Mr. Rd. Stead, Skewen (brother) Mrs. and Mr. Athey, Deri (sister and brother-inlaw), Miss Athey, Mrs Gatehouse (daughter), Merthyr, Mrs. and Mr. Bevan (niece), Pant; Mr. Jos. Stead, Merthyr, (nephew); Mrs. Roberts, Penydarren (niece); Mr and Mrs. Arnold, Treherbert. Mrs. Pittam, another sister of deceased, residing in Kent, was unable to attend owing to illness. Amongst the exquisite floral tributes Bent were those from the sorrowing wife and children, "Brother and Sister," "Tom Edith, and children," P.S. and Mrs. Ed- wards, Deri, "Comrades of F. Division," "Officials of the Groesfaen Colliery," Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Thomas (Hanbury Lodge), "Father Mother and Brother" (Cefn); John Gold, vjefn; Mr. G. Clipps; Mr T. Young and Friend (Bargoed Inn). Amongst the other ofifcers of the Glam- organ constabulary present in addition to those already mentioned, were Police Sergeants Folland (Gilfach), Rowe (Bar- goed), Kelland (Nelson), Clinch (Caer- philly), Williams (Ystradmynach), Clinch (Pontlottyn), Williams (Fochriw), Emp- som (Gilfach), Walters (Senghenydd) Sam Evans (Abertridwr), James (Senghenydd). The Merthyr Borough Police were in the charge of Inspectors Lamb (Merthyr) and Enoch Jones (Penallta), Ashton (Ruperra) Phillips (Llanbradach), Roberts (Merthyr Vale, and Bull (Dowlais). The Monmouthshire constabulary were in charge of Inspector Humphreys (New Treclegar), with Sergts. Barrell (Aberbargoed), Moore (New Tredegar), Thomas (Rhymney). Inspector Starr, of the N.S.P.C.C. and Detective Davies, of the Rhymney Railway, were also in at- tendance. The Gelligaer Fire Brigades were under the command of Captain Tom Jones (Bargoed), with Lieuts. James (Deri), and R. Williams (Bargoed). We noticed, among others, Lieut. D. M. Yor- werth (Bargoed), Councillors W. G. Giles (Deri), John Edwards (Deri), and John Jones (Bargoed). The Groes/aen Colliery was represented by the following officials Messrs. Merriott (resident manager), E. Morgan, G. Parry, J. Phillips, J. Emery, Jas. Jones, T. Matthews, E. Jones, E. E. Owen, Tom Jones, A. Robotham, J. Hughes, W. Hyde, J. McCarthy, J. Thomas, W. Robotham (resident manager of the Gilfach Colliery). The Cardiff and County Superannuation Fund, of which deceased was the founder, was represented by a large number of members, of which Mr. J. Williams was the secretary. Amongst the general public present were Messrs. Morris Davies (Pontlottyn), W. H. Mills, E. Goorge (Bargoed), D. Jones (Bailey's, Deri), E. Morgan fgrocer), T. Young, Rev. J. Harris Jones (Methodist), Rev. J. Jones (Nazareth),'Messrs. James Jones (Maesybryn), Daniel Jones (tailor), D. Williams (Darran), Tom Gamblin, W. Iforfta (Fochriw).
I BSYMNEY URBAN COUNCIL. I
I BSYMNEY URBAN COUNCIL. I The ordinary meeting of the members of I the Rhymney Urban Council was held on Wednesday, at which there were present: Messrs. T. R. Jones, J.P. (chairman), D. I James (vice-chairman), W. Griffiths, D. T. Williams, Phil Lewis, H. M. Thomas, J. Evans, Rees Harris, W. T. Hopkin, B. Prcbert, W. C. Williams; together with Messrs. Ben Jones, J.P. (collector), W. H. Trump (clerk), W. Lloyd Marks (surveyor), and G. Gait (deputy surveyor). WATER SUPPLY.The quantitty of water consumed during August was 6,398,328 galls., or an average of 17 galls, per head per day. DAMAGED WALL.A letter was read from Mr. Rutherford, stating that the repairs to the wall near Cyclops House would be put in hand on the return of Mr Istance, the company's house agent, who was now on his holidays. RUBBISH TIP.It was decided to draw the attention of the Rhymney Iron Co. to the rubbish from the tip near the Gas- works now going on to the highway. MARDY WALL.The surveyor reported that about 40 yards of the wall near the Mardy crossing was in a dangerous state. It was decided that the work of repairing same be done by the Council's men. TENDERS.—The tender of Mr. W. Lewis, Merthyr, for the supply of 400 numbered identification plates for the cemetery was accepted, at 8d. each. CHARITIES.—A letter was read from the Local Government Board pointing out that on and after the 23rd inst., all charity movements in the district must be regis- tered at the Council Offices, for which a fee of .56. must be paid. Collections at places of worship were exempt from regis- tration. FIRE BRIGADE.When dealing with an application for a new uniform for a mem- ber of the Rhymney Fire Brigade, Mr. Rees Harris, in moving that the request be granted, said the Fire Brigade was a very important body.—Mr. J. Evans What will you do with the old clothes? Mr Phil Lewis I shall want an extra man at Abertysswg shortly, and perhaps the clothes will fit him. A COMPROMISE.A letter was read from Mr. Dl. Williams, Pwllucha, pointing out that although he had paid the water rate for several half-years he had had no water from the main. The water which now came to his house was full of grease and coal dust.—The Surveyor said the proper I connection had now been made.-The col- lector reported that he had made a com- promise with Mr. Williams. These terms the Council ratified. A SAILORS' FUND.—A letter was read from the Rev. R. G. James, Swansea, in which he asked the Council to take up a Flag Day in support of the Foreign Sail- ors' Society.—Mr. Phil Lewis Does this include German sailors ?--Mr W. Griffiths said the society was undoubtedly a genuine one, but, unfortunately, they had had one man connected with it who was a fraud, and had been convicted at Swansea.Mr. j Phil Lewis moved that the ladies of Rhymney be asked to take up the work. Mr W. T. Hopkin, in seconding, said they owed a great deal more to the Navy than people generally realised. They would not have their breakfast every morning if it were not for the Navy.The motion was carried. THANKS.A letter was read from Sir W. James Thomas thanking the Council and 1 all those who worked and contributed to I the sum of £70 to endow a bed at the Welsh Hospital, Netley, to be called the Rhymney and Abertysswg Bed.. I ALLEGED OVERCROWDING.—Mr. W. C. Williams drew attention to a case of al- leged overcrowding in Carno Street.The I Medical Officer and Surveyor said they knew the facts of the case, but would in- vestigate again. FINANCE.—The Report of the Finance Committee, who met on the 5th inst., was submitted, at which meeting the collector reported that since the last meeting he had collected t574 14s. 5d. on the Rhym- ney Account (General District Rates, i Cemetery Fees, etc.); 4140 10s. 5d. for ) Water Rents and Repairs; X37 15s. 6d. housing rents; £ 12 17s. 3d. on Small Dwellings Acquisition Loan; and £ 13,12s. Id. in respect of rates for the Llechryd Parish, making a total of X779 18s. 8d. The committee examined the several, billa against the Council, and passed same for payment. Cheques were drawn for t409 16s. fid. on the General Account; X139 Os. 7d. on Waterworks Account, and iC6 16s. on the Llechryd Account. SATISFACTORY REPORT.—Dr. V. de Acton Redwood, M.O.H., reported that three cases of infectious disease had been noti- fied during the month, which was the smallest number reported since he had been appointed medical officer. There was an epidemic of whooping cough through- out the district, which at first was of a mild type. During the last fortnight the now cases had been worse, due to the change in the weather. The general sick- ness had been slight. STEAM ROLLER COMMANDEERED.The Surveyor reported that Messrs H. Richards & Co., Newport, whose tender for steam- rolling was accepted at the previous meet- ing, had written to say that the War Office had commandeered some of their rollers for work abroad, but they hoped to be able to carry out the work required in the Rhymney district.
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NEW TREDEGAR. I
NEW TREDEGAR. I KILLED IN ACTION.Official intimation I has been received of the death of Sergeant Benjamin Holt, aged 23, who was tilled in action on July 10th. He was the son of Mr and Mrs Holt, 74, Greenfield, Ivew Tredegar. He enlisted from Bedwas dur- ing the first rush to the colours, and after seeing much active service gained his ser- geant 8 stripes. For a time he also acted as quartermaster-sergeant. His brother, Pte. W. G. Holt, is on active service with 'I the King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry. Both were well known locally as foot- ballers. VOLUNTEER COMPANY.A public meeting was held on Wednesday night, Councillor J. Tillott presiding, in promotion of a Volunteer company for the district. Ad- dresses were delivered by Lieut.-Col. A. H. Laybourne, V.D., Newport, Major Winter, and Mr J. W. Hunt. On the motion of Mr W. H. Rees a vote of thanks was accorded to the speakers.
-ABERTYSSWG.I
ABERTYSSWG. I THE GREEN.At the meeting of the 'I Rhymney District Council on Wednesday night, Mr T. R. Jones, J.P., presiding, Mr Phil Lewis reported that he had had a, conversation with Mr. J. L. Herbert, J.P. estate agent of the Tredegar Iron and Coal Co., with reference to the Green at Abertysswg. At present this ground was closed, and old men and women and in- valids had no place to rest except on the window sills, etc. He suggested that the company should give the ground over to the Council so that seats could be placed I on The Green,, and the ground be kept open to the public. Mr. Herbert intimated he would be willing to recommend that, and suggested that Council should write to Mr Tallis. He (Mr Lewis) moved that this be done.Mr Bees Harris seconded, and the motion was carried.
GIVE AND TAKE. I
GIVE AND TAKE. I PONTLOTTYN v. RHYMNEY. Much of the good feeling between town and district may be attributed to the in- terchange of opinions in this column. This week a Pontlottyn woman expresses an opinion, and you will mark how thor- oughly Rhymney views are endorsed. This give and take spirit is mutually helpful. On June 5th, 1913, Mrs O. Llewellyn, of Ivy Dene, Farm Road, near Mount Zion Chapel, Pontlottyn, near Rhymney, said "I have at times been greatly troubled with sharp, cutting pains across the kidneys, and it has been extremely difficult to get upright after bending. I was troubled also with dizziness, espec- ially first thing in the morning. Occasion- ally, too, the urinary system showed signs of disorder. "But I am glad to say Doan's backache kidney pills eased my back and quite freed me of the complaint. Doan's pills are a splendid kidney medicine.(Signed) 0. Llewellyn. On April 12th, 1916, nearly three years later, Mrs Llewellyn said "I am keeping first-rate. Doan's pills cured me and keep me free of kidney disorder." Kidney weakness causes sharp twinges when stooping or lifting, fits of depression, nervousness, dizzy spells, headaches, urinary disorders, swellings of the ankles and limbs, and those mysterious aches and pains so easily mistaken for female trouble. Backache, dropsical swellings, drowsiness, sediment, or any irregularity of the bladder are enough cause to suspect kidney disease. Then begin using Doan's backache kid- ney pills, which are solely for the kidneys and bladder, and have brought new life and strength to thousands. Of all dealers, or 2/9 a box, from Foster- McClellan Co., 8, Wells Street, Oxford Street, London, W. Don't ask for back- ache or kidney pill-s ask distinctly for Doan's backache kidney pills, the same as Mrs. Llewellyn had.
IPONTLOTTYN.I
PONTLOTTYN. I SCALDING FATALITY. -Frak Collins, two- year-old child of Mr and Mrs Collins, of School Street, died on Wednesday morning as the result of scalds. Mrs Collins, who was washing clothes, poured boiling water into a tub placed on a chair. Whilst she went for coal the boy upset the tub of water, being scalded badly therby. ANNIVERSARY.Sunday last was an eventful day with the scholars of the Sun- day School in connection with the Bethel English Baptist Church, when the anni- versary was held, when three successful services took place in the morning, after- noon and evening. The Rev. T. Baker (the respected pastor) presided, and a very interesting programme of solos, recitations, etc., was given by the scholars, and special music by the choir, under the conductor- ship of Mr. John Evans. ) "CHANGB." -In our report last week of the successful performances of the drama "Change," given by the Pontlottyn Dra- matic Society in aid of the War Relief Fund, we regret that the list of charac- acters so ably represented by the several performers, were inadvertently omitted. We append the list John Price (an old collier), Mr Wm. John; Gwen (his wife), Miss Rachel Hughes, who, it should be stated, undertook the part at very short notice, and did admirably; John Henry, Lewis and Gwilym (three sons), Messrs. J. Lloyd James, Dd. Hughes and Willie James respectively; Sam Thatcher (a lodger at the Price's), Mr W. Evans (Ab- crtysswg); Lizzie Ann (a poor relation), Miss E. M. Rowlands; Isaac Pugh (a deacon), Mr Robt. Davies; Twm Powell (a collier), Mr Wm. Jones; Dai Matthews (a school teacher), Mr J. M. Jones; Jennie Pugh, Miss Freda Thomas. Mr. William John was an efficient stage manager, with Mr. W. J. Raymond as scenist; whilst in addition to the orchestra, Mr J. H. Beddoe L.V.C.M., rendered able service at the piano.Presiding at the performance on Tuesday evening, Councillor B. Hughes, the respected chairman of the committee, referred to the noble service which the Dramatic Society had rendered the fund in presenting that drama, and they were deserving of every praise, especially con- sidering the short time they had had for preparation. Then they had to consider the fact that the stage was small. He felt t sure the audience would appreciate the efforts of their fellow townspeople. He was glad to see such a crowded audience for that worthy and deserving object, viz., to assist the wives and children of the brave men who were fighting their battles in the trenches.
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DERI.I
DERI. I At the commencement of the prflceetyggs of the Gelligaer Tribunal on Thursday, the chairman referred with sympathy to the loss which Mr Giles, a member of the tri- bunal, had sustained. He had, since the last meeting of the tribunal, received intim- ation that his son wae now reported as missing. They did not know whether he was dead or alive. He (the chairman) was sure the members of the tribunal would sympathise with Mr. Giles i4 his trying position.The vote was passed in silence after Mr. R. Thomas, the military repre- sentative bad endorsed these views.
I' V*—— THE POWELL DUFFRYN…
V* —— THE POWELL DUFFRYN DRAFT I STOCK SALE. As will be seen by an advertisement in another column, the well-known auction- eer, Mr John Howell, Fellow of the Auc- tioneers' Institute, will on Tuesday next conduct the annual sale at the Aberaman Farm, near Aberdare, of 1,777 sheep, and 31 cattle, including 450 store ewes, 450 store and fat wethers, 865 store and fat lambs, a number of stock rams, 20 fat steers, heifers, etc. The substantial qual- ity of the stock is widely known ,and the attention of butchers, stock-keepers, and others is directed to this important sale on Tuesday next. :0
PREACHING SERVICES ATI ABERBARGOED.
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LOSS OF APPETITE.I
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