Monmouth Guardian and Bargoed and Caerphilly Observer

SUCCESSFUL CARNIVAL AT BARGOED. Bargoed, on Tuesday, was all agog i in anticipation of a hnge carnival which had been organised by a strong committee in aid of the Welcome Home Fund. No doubt, but that counter attractions in the valley inter- fered somewhnt with the meeting, but notwithstanding this, it turned out a most successful event. The competitions were conducted in the Park where about 5,000 people as- sembled. The gate receipts amounted to 275. The procession was headed by Mr H. E. Thoinas, M.E., and accompanied by the Town Band under Mr H. Bosanko, The secretarial. duties of the gathering were carried out in a faultless manner by Messrs Rees Davies, J. Edwards, and L. C. James. Mr Ben Edmunds presided in a very able way of a committee consisting of the following :—Messrs J. Read, Felix Davies, Blatchford; Ivor Stephenson, Cyril Stephenson, W. J. Davies, A. J. Barber, Seth Jones, A. Winston, W. H. Maddocks, E. Mazey, W. Parker, H. Mayor, B. Stride. Mr C. Stephenson was the capable vice chairman, and Messrs J. Edmunds and W. H. Jones were the treasurers. The following acted as judges, etc., and gave every satisfac- tion in their awards. Judges.—Mrs H. E. Thomas, Mrs Yorwertb, Mrs Cule, Miss R. Ed- munds, Mr J. Sylvan Evans, B.A., Messrs Gus Jones, J. Williams, L. Symonds, W. H. Hancock, T. Goshen Evans, Cos Jones, Harry Smith, A.C. Victor Knowles, Dr. C. Reidy, Nurses Rees and Leonard. Handicappers.—Councillor Edmund Jones, J.P., and Mr T. Merriott. Starter.—Mr John Davies. Results: Fancy Dress, 1, Albert Winston, Captain Kettle 2, Enid Roberts, "CrinoliuA." National Cos- tume—1, Linda Wilkins, Italy 2, Carrie Uroh, Aberbargoed. His- torioal-I, Bert Jones, "Roman Gladiator 2, Seth Jones, Town Crier." Special priz?— T. J Prout, Ie King Charles lat." Fancy ÐreSK- 1, Alfred Jones, Dick Whittington"; 2, Ernest Milleuer. Special Daily Hodgett. Ditto Girls-Blanch Harris, Messenger of Peace 2, Ceridwen George; 3, Muriel Francis. Comic Band-Glyn Davies. Charlie Chap. lin," Cris Robert. "Hooligan Band," Tom Morgan's. Decorated bicycle- Harry Hofter. Special prizes-Carry Clark and friends, and Miriam Thomas. Three-legged race—1, Queenie Bur- rows, and friend; 2, Edith Tambling and friend. Ditto, boys—1, Vivian Roberts and Seth Jones 2, Ronald Evans and Donald Rees. Potato Race 1, Sidney Thomas; 2, Laurence Davies. Boys Race—1, Eddie Merriott; 2, Edward Edwards. Sack Race—1, Harold Boobyer 2, Idris Harris. Baby Show Competition,- Age over six months—1, Hubert Smith, Park-road, Bargoed, 2, Danny Brown, Aeron-place, Gilfach. Under six months-1, Mavis Patricia Wells, Llanoayo-street, Bargoed 2, E. Smith, Bryn-mynach, Ystrad-raynach. Girls Race—1, Nellie Evans 2, Katie Davies. Egg aud Spoon Race—1, Doris Wells, 2, Elizabeth Shervington Go as you please-1. Ernest Hares, Brithdir. Walking Match—1, Harold Harris; 2, Sidney Evans. Skipping (under 12), Ivy Harding; over 12, Linda Edwards; 2, Dolly Farr. Choirs.—Bargoed Higher Elementary, Boys and Girls Respectively, con- ductor, Mr J. J. Davits. 1

NEXT WEEK AT THE HAN-1 BURY THEATRE. Following the fine holiday pro- gramme provided at the Hanbury Electric Theatre, the management have made arrangements for another huge attraction for Monday next and the two succeeding nights, when Samuelson, the great artist, will present that thrilling picture, Mile- stones, by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knebloch. This magnifi- cent film is 7,000 feet long, and should not be missed. In addition, the usual star films will be shown. From Thursday to Satur- day there is a most entertaining bill of fare, which embraces the brilliant fire-reel picture, entitled, Morals of Weybury," with a very funny Fox two-reeler, A Footlight Flame. The other fea- tures include the stirring Boy Scout picture, Silver Wolf, a sporting film, and a wonderfully exciting sea drama, The Shoal of Light (in two reels), another great production. Popular solos will be rendered at 1 each performance by Mr. Victor Knowles.—Watch for the big at- tractions for week commencing August 20th.

LOSS OF APPETITE. Loss of appetite is usually traceable to some form of stomach or liver trouble, and may be taken as a sign that the digestive system is in need of a stimulating tonic. When you can't eat, or when food is distasteful, just try the effeot of taking Mother Seigel's Syrup daily after your meals. This splendid stomachio remedy tones up and strengthens the digestive organs, sharpens the appetite, and regulates the whole. system. Then you not only eat your food with a relish, but more important still, the food you eat enriches your blood, nourishes your body, increases your strength and vitality, and makes vou look well, feel well and keep well. Put it to the test.

CHURCH SCHOOL TREATS AT 1 RHYMNKY. What has been observed for a long period as the children's field day in connection with the Churoh of Eng- land Sunday-schools took place on Monday (Bank Holiday) when the annual demonstration and treat was held. Favoured with beautiful weather, the event proved a great sucoess. There was, however, a tinge of sadness in the fact that owing to the lamented death of the Rev. D. Davies, the festival was observed with- out the presence of the vicar of the parish. The arrangements were, however, directed by the Rev. John Davies, 'B.A., senior curate who was assisted by the Rev. George S. Evans, curate of Abartysswg. According to the usual custom, the St. Mark's School with its superintendent, headed by the Church Drum and Fife Band marched from Tiedegar-road, being joined in Hgh-street by the St. Mathew's School, to the Parish Churoh where a short service was held. Subsequently the procession aug- mented by the St. David's School was reformed and proceeded to the upper portion of the town, returning through High-street, and through the Lawn, after which the juvenile scholars branched off and returned to the Pariah Hall where tea was provided. The turn out was of large dimensions, and compared favourably with pre- vious years.

HOUSINO REFORM IN WALES. Sir,—As a result of efforts put forward by the Welsh Housing and Development Association in co-opera- tion with the National Housing and Town Planning Council and other bodies, the President of the Local Government Board has issued to local authorities a circular announcing that the Government proposes to offer substantial financial assistance to local authorities who are prepared without delay at the conclnsion of the war to carry out approved housing schemes. Applications for such assistance, how- ever, must be sent with full particulars to the Board not later than October 15th. It is highly important that Mr Hayes Fisher's request should be ob- served by local authorities throughout Wales and Monmouthshire, where the housing shortage is known to be very serious. The promised assistance will in all probability be limited in amount and will be available only for a short period after the war. Local authori- ties, therefore, who neglect to deal with the matter or who deal with it in au inadequate manner are likely to have insufficient assistance when the time for building arrives. It will be better to over-estimate rather than under-estimate the requirements, and provision should be made for dealing not only with the existing shortage but also with the shortage that must arise consequent on the failure of ordinary speculative agencies during the difficult period following the war. The association desires very strongly to emphasise the importance of the matter, and to urge local authorities to respond fully to the lead given by the Local Government Board. In all probability also State assistance will be available for co- operative and other agencies organised on a philanthropic or semi-philanthropio basis, and it is imperative that such bodies also should prepare their sohemes without delay. The Welsh Housing and Development Association, which is purely a propa- gandist and advisory body, is prepared to assist local authorities and others contemplating town planning and housing schemes, and will send a com- petent representative to confer with such bodies or persons.—I am, &o., EDGAR L. CHAPPELL, See., Welsh Housing and Development Association. 38, Charles-street, Cardiff, Aug. 3rd. too-

BARGOED AND DISTRICT ORATORIO SOCIETY. At last an Oratorio Society has been formed in Bargoed. The first meeting was held on Wednesday, when members of various churches were present. Mr. W. R. Maddocks presided, and remarked in the course of his speech that an organ- isation of this kind was very much needed in Bargoed, and that un- doubtedly it would prove a huge success; also, he made it clearly understood that this is not to be a competitive choir, and therefore would not interfere with any choir in the district. Professor T. Gabriel, F.T.S.C., was unanimously elected conductor, and Miss Lily Gabriel, A.T.S.C., the talented young pianist, to be accompanist. Mr. E. J. Owen, A.T.S.C., was elected vice-chairman, Mr. J. Prosser treasurer, and Mr. David Jonts, .T.S.C., tecretary. --¥-p' A letter was received from Mr. T. B. Fisher, M.E., secretary of Caersalem Choral Society, pledging their support. Amongst the local singers and musicians who have made a request to join are the following:—Mr. J. Bryniog Jones, L.T.S.C., the famous tenor and conductor of the Handel Male Choir; Mr. W. Davies, A.T.S.C., conductor of the Phillar- monic Society; Mr. Roberts, A.T.S.C., conductor of the Aber- bargoed Male Choir; Mr. Gus Wear, A.T.S.C., conductor of Bethel Choir, and Mr. W. J. Hogan, A.T.S.C., conductor of Deri Welsh Baptist Choir, also Mr. David Jones, who is a member of the noted Arthur Angle's Band. It was decided to perform Handel's Mes- siah, and the first practice to take place on Tuesday evening, August 21st. As it was desirous not to have more than 200 members, it was decided to send invitations to all singers, and that the names of all new members be brought before the Conductor and Committee before being admitted to the choir. The fact that Professor Gabriel has accepted the conductorship of the choir proves in itself that the Society is going to be a thorough success.

I A BLACKWOOD HEBO. A publio demonstration to welcome Sergeant George Hodges, D.O.M.,took place at Blackwood on Thursday. At the show field, in a great open-air meeting, the Rev. A. E. Smith pre- sented the hero of the hour with a large testimonial recording his special service in rescuing a wounded officer under fire. Blackwood Silver Band and Pengam Male Voice Choir aided in the open-air concert. A captured German airship was exhibited in the field. Mrs Hodges, who had been a ohampion swimmer and winner of a number of prizes, was present.

BABGOED SUNDAY SHOW. While a performance was in pro- gress at the New-Hall, Bargoed, on Sunday, Maroh 11, and Sunday, March 18, Police-inspector Canton called in to inform the proprietor that be was violating the conditions of the cinematograph licence issued to him by the Golligaer Urban Conncil. This was the subjeot of a summons heard at Bargoed Police court on Friday, when the Welsh Halls (Limited) were the defendants. Mr Washington Bowen, Merthyr (from the office of Messrs. Frank T. James and Sons), appeared to prosecute. Mr A. Jackson Withers, the manag- ing director of the company, who appeared in the uniform of the R.A.M.C., said he was under the im- pression that he was entitled to open the hall on nights in question. At the time he had not received the renewal of the license, but had been informed by some of the members of the Coun- oil that its renewal had been granted upon the terms of the previous year's. After the second visit of the inspector he closed the hall on Sundays. Evi- dence having been given by Inspector Canton, the Bench imposed a fine of I £5 for the first offence and QlO for the geoond.

I DEATH OF AN ABERBARGOED LADY. l It is with deep regret we have to record this week the death and burial of one of the most highly- respected and esteemed ladies of Aberbargoed, in the person of Mrs. Thomas, wife of Mr. T. Thomas. Bryngoleu, Bedwellty road. The deceased lady took an active interest in all the affairs of the district, and with her husband, was one of the most active workers of Caersalem. She had been in somewhat indiffer ent health for some time, but after a stay at Swansea recovered remark- ably well and was on the return journey home, when she died sud- denly at her daughter's residence at -Canton. Cardiff. The deepest sympathy is felt for the sorrowing husband and family at the irrepar- able loss of a faithful wife and a devoted mother. The remains were conveyed by the i p.m. train from Cardiff (T.V.R.) to Ferndale Cemetery on Saturday. The Rev. T. Richards, Cardiff, officiated at the house, and the Rev. Morgan Lewis, pastor of the English Baptist Church, Aber- bargoed, at the graveside. The chief mourners were —Husband, Maggie and Edgar (daughter and son-in-law), Jack and Cassie (son and daughter-in-law), Evan and Minnie (son and daughter-in-law), Charlie and Sarah (son and daughter in-law), Tom, Willie, Oliver, Ed- mund and Ivor (sons), May and Annie (daughters), Maggie May and Jack (grandchildren. Wreaths were sent by the follow- ing :—Husband and Children, harp Evan, Minnie and Cyril;- Maggie and Edgar Mr. T. E. Jenkins, Aberbargoed; B.W.T.A., Aber- bargoed Branch; English Baptist Church, Aberbargoed; English Baptist Church, Ferndale.

181 '■ RHYMNEY VALLEY MUSICAL SUCCBSSE-S. I BARGOED TEACHER'S PUPILS. I The pupils of Mr T. Gabriel, F.T.S.C., the well known composer and music teacher of Bargoed, scored some remarkable successes at the recent exams at the Park Hall, Cardiff as will be seen by the following list A.L.C.M. Diploma,-W- Idris Jones, Cwmsyfiog Senior-Ernest Hares, Brithdir Intermediate.—May Ed- wards, Groesfaen Farm, and Ivor Morgan, Cwmsyfiog Elementary.— Annie Maud Griffiths Aberbargoed Herbert Case, Bargoed; W. J. Morris and Winnie Lloyd, Bargoed; Idris Jones, Pontlottyn Primary.-Laura Teague, Bargoed T.S.C. Diploma, A.T.S.C., Emrys Rees, Senghenydd Musical Form, 3rd Stage.—W. R. Roberts, Aberbargoed Musical com- position Lily Gabriel, Bargoed Morris Llewelyn, Rhymney, and W. Davies, conductor of Bargoed choir; English composition Gus Wear, Bargoed Associated Board of the R.A.M. and R.C.M., Division 2 in Grammar of Music.-Gracie Vale, Bargoed; Phillys Jenkins, Pontlottyn; Ernest Hares, Brithdir; Mildred Stacey, Bargoed; May Edwards, Groesfaen, Bargoed; Division 1- Annie M. Griffiths, Aberbargoed; Edith Bufton and Persis M. Brown, Brithdir. All the above candidates were prepared by Mr T. Gabriel, F.T.S.C., Bargoed. ——————— f 1 ■

I HAUGHJtiD UAUD RLAILISO I CAUGHT. Charles Smith (20), Richard Martin (20), and Simon Jones, colliers, Bar- goed, and Herbert Denham (20) collier, Garden City, were summoned at Bargoed on Friday, for gaming with cards. Police-sergeant Rowe said he saw the defendants playing a game of brag in a disused stable at the rear of Hanbury-road. The building was an open one, and a number of children were looking on. He had received a number of complaints of these men going to this place for the purpose of I gaming. They were there practically every night. He picked up a pack of cards and one shilling. Fines rang- ing from 20s. to 30s. were imposed.

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I THE PALACE, BARGOED. Lovers of high class piotures can searcely fail to appreciate the magnifi- cent series announced for next week at The Palace. From Monday to Wednesday, Mr William Fox will present Miss Theda Bara in the stir- ring problem photo-drama The Vixen," a magnificent picture that has captivated thousands of people in every hall where it has been shown. Another instalment of the great serial The Purple Domino," with the usual Pathe Gazette, will bo produoed. For Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, will be presented for the first time in Bargoed, the thrilling triangle drama Somewhere in France (5,000 feet), There are the usual comic films, and a further episode of the great serial, "The Shielding Shadow" will be filmed.

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"I'll learn ro to tie the kettle on the do £ nil." Tommy's mother yelled in her wrath. "It's not our dog," cried Tommy. it's not our dog," almost shrieked hie mot her, "but it's our kettle!" A member of Parliament, seeing one of his supporters emerging from the local p."»t-oftice, thought he would have a little joke over the mane thriftinees. "Halloa, Sands!" he remarked, "I guess you've been in there to buy more war savings certifi- wrong, sir," Was the quick reply. "1 've only been in t-o fill my foun- tain-pen." "Are you sure that the room you have to let is ciii,et-" isked the timid young man. c, .\h! Rot assured of that," said the land- lady. "There is a finger in the next room, d it must be quiet, or she couldn't prac- tise." Sport-mrm (wishing for fresh fields to my hand at big game." Fair Ignoramus: Yes, I sup- p Si' you liiul it very hard to hit these little birds'?" ø n etilne ago a certain bishop sent round to the churchwardens in his diocese a circular of inquiries, including the question, "Does your clergyman preach the Gospel? A ad aro his conversat ion and carriage con- -i-in therewith?" To this one of the chur.hwardens replied, "He preaches the Gospel, but docs not keep a carriage." The door opened suddenly and a lady rushed in. "Oh, doctor," she eried, "the baby has swallowed some ink, and now he's looking blue. What shall I do?" "Give him a dose of blotter," said the doctor. "This ic certainly an absorbing case." Mrs. Moggs: "And is this chair really an antique piece of ïurnitllre" Mrs. Bloggs: "Antique, madam' There is no doubt about that. Why, it was so worm-eaten when I bought it that I had to have a new back and a new seat, and three new leoo made for it." The Father: "If I give yer some money spend while ye be in London you won't go to no music-halls or gamlin' places, or drink champagne with it, will Son: dad." The Father: "Well, them, here's a shilling, an' mind ye keep yer word." IIi* dog was a fierce Airedale, which could whip. and had whipped, every other in !he nelqlil.)oui-hood. Then he hiz, coat. "Yes," he said to a friend, "the flipping was my own idea. I believe it made him look better, but it was very avkwaid for the dog!" "How was that?" queried the friend. "Oh, the other dogs (lidii t know him. He had to fight 'em all over again!" An old Scotsman was threatened with blindness if he did not give up drinking. "Now, McTavish," the doctor, "it's like thic: You've either to stop the whisky or your eyesight, and you must ehou.e." "Aye, weel, doctor," said Mc- Tavi.-h. "I'm an auld man noo, an' I was thinkiu' I ha'e seen about everything worth ze,-In' the string round your finger for, Brown?" Brown: "My wife's idea, so that I wouldn't forget to post her letter." Jones: "And have you posted ?" Brown: "No, she forgot to give it to me." A gentleman who-c hearing is defective is the owner of a dog that is a terror in the neighbourhood in which the gentleman re- .-id,.s. The other day he was accosted by a friend, \.Ï1n said, "Good morning, Mr. S.—; your w Lv made a very pleasant call on U8 last evening." "I am very sorry," eetbc fhe -tarUing reply. "I'll see that it don't xciH- again, for I'm going to dbuis her up henceforth." Nexde.ro: "Mv daughter plays the piano. you've heard Àter?" Min. No\vcome c wit n great self- "r. boa id ,idlight('r iii-uy is very musical. Mrs New. e y:e: "Ah! You have tlN daufkfeees,

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