Monmouth Guardian and Bargoed and Caerphilly Observer

THE BAOOED CYMANFA. As reported in our last issue, the annual singing festival of the Free Churches of Bargoed and district held on Christmas Day at Calfuria Chapel, was <xne of the most successful held for. many years. Mr J. T. Jones, L R. A.M., Treorky, was the conductor, and he discharged his duties ad- mirably. One of the most striking features of the whole Gymanfa was the ren- dering: of the verses, Pwy fel lean Grist," by little Miss Gwladys Rees, Nodafs, and Master Griff. Hughes, Calfaria. Their rendering brought forth a fine eulogy from the conductor, which was endorsed by the congrega- tion. By special request the little ones appeared again in the afternoon and evening. In the hymn tune competition, Mr Joues awarded the prise to Mr Avon Edwards, of Aberystwyth. Amongst those who took part in the proceedings .-e:-Ð the Rev. D. Leyshon Evans and Owtocillar A. S. Williams. The former, in tbe course of a brief ad- dress, paid a high tribote to the genius of the conductor, and particularised I the enthusiastic religious spirit which was infuaed into the work, which thereby brought forth the soul of the music of the various hymns and lanes. Tho Conductor expressed great pleasure at the standard attained by the choirs and urged the choristers to maintain this standard. In the Course of the day he made some pointed remarks to the congre- gations, particularly in regard to their behaviour in the chapel, rod the need for a more devotion to religion and thereby bring about a deeper and parer spirit of worabip. In paying a fine tribute to the rendering of the solo by Misa Smith, who gave in excellent style 44 He was Despised," the conductor said that one young man on leaving college said that they were having too much of the Messiah" and such works. He (the conductor) disagreed with this and said that they wanted more of the Messiah. During his stay at Bargoed, Mr Jones was the guest of Councillor and Mrs A. S. Williams, Hillside Park, and publicly referred to I the princely hospitality accorded him.

I POLICE ASSAULTED AT I GELLIGAER. Timothy Hurley (38), collier, Gelli. gaer, was charged at Bargoed with being drunk and disorderly and assaulting Police-constable Bowen. Defendant pleaded guilty to being drunk, but said he remembered nothing whatever of the assault. Police-constable Bowen said that on Saturday night last he saw de- fendant in Harp-terrace, Gelligaer. He was drunk and abusive, and on witness directing him to the street where be Jived defendant struck him, cutting his lip through. A struggle followed, and whilst on the ground defendant kicked him. A civilian who came to his assistance was also kicked. Defendant said he was too drunk to remember anything about it. He was fined 508. in respect of the two charges, or 21 days. ailVl 15

I BARGOED LOCAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE. A Det-ting of the nbovfI committee, was held at the Employmeut fix- change, Bargoed, on Thursday, the 19th Ifecftnber, the following mem- bers being present --Mr W. T. ,Lloyd (in the chair), Mr D A Hann, Councillor Gus Jones, Mr Emrys Williams Rev. D. Lvyshon Evans, and NIP and Mrs E. E James. Demobilisation and Resettlement were further discussed. The Secre- tary reported that all the firms com- municated with had not replied. It was decided to forward a reminder as it was of great importance that. all information po sible regarding the industrial situation was to hand in order to be prepared for any emer- gency that militarise A proposi iou from a local firm to Ket up a H. w industry, i.e., Basket Making, with a view of training dis- charged sailors and soldiers was con- sidered. The Secretary was instructed to comrnanicJite with Mr Jenkins, Chief Inspector Ministry of Pensions in order to ascertain the conditions upon which the approval of the Ministry of Pensions to the Kcheme could be obtained. Shruld such | terms be accepted by the firm, the committee were moat anxious that the proposition should have all the en- couragement possible.—It was also reported that the release of Pivotal Men bad now been extended to in- clude, other than the building trade, also one man businesses Forms of application are now obtainable on application to the Secretary, Em- ployment Exchange, Bargoed. It was resolved to approach the Educational Authorities with a view of setting up a Juvenile Advisory Committee in view of tba 44 Out of W or Donation Scheme."

I BEJDWAS STKtKERS STREET COLLECTIONS. f BARGOED PROSECUTIONS. j A sequel to the Bcdwas Strike was 1 heard at the Bargoed Police Court on Friday, when seventeen of the strikers were summoned for collecting in the street withoiir, the permission of the Chief-constable on the 3rd ultimo. Supt. T. Williams, when the first batch of four were oalled, said that was the first case against the men, and he suggested that the case should be adjourned Police sergt. Kelland stated he saw four of the defendants in the streets at Nelson Two of them were singing hymns and two had collecting boxes. One of them said they had the autho- rity of the Miners' Federation to make the collection, but when asked for the autnority in writing replied that they were not authorised by the Federation. Subsequently they told him they were collecting on behalf of the Bed wan soup kitchen and their own expen-qes -Chairman (Mr Evan Owen) What became of the money ? Sapt. Williams: That is what wo want to know. If they complied with the chief constable's order everything would by all right. If they give a promise not to repeat the offence I ask that the cases be adjourned. The remainder of the defendants (13) were then charged with a similar offence at Gilfach Bargoed. P.S. Folland said that at 11 a.m. on Deo 3rd he saw the 13 men in Park. place, Gilfach five of them bad col- crnll boxes, and were going from door to door. The other eight were playing munic, and comprised the brass band. Trei-a was no indication on the boxes, what the collections were for. When questioned, one of the deferdtints said they were out on strike, and that they were collecting for themselves. Asked if they had permission to do so, one replied No, only from the Miner*' Federation, and we are collecting for them." Another one said the baud was the Salvation Army Band, and they were collecting for them. He showed witness a receipt for money paid in to that a ciftV. Several of the defendants denied that one of the party said they were collecting for themselves. The band was the Trethonms baud d the Sal va- tion Army, and the proceeds of the collection were in support of Bedwas soup kitchen. Mr Walter Lewis (one of the magis- trates) said the bench were anxious to defend the public, for, unfortun- ately, there were people who had no association with the strike who went around.—The Ch?rm?n said that the police were jostiStd in bringing the cases forward. They (the bench), I however, did not take a very serious view of them. — The cases were adjourned for a month, eaoh defend. ant to pay 4s. costs, it being exptained that ptobably nothing farther would be heara of the affair.

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LATE MR. JACOB RAY, J.P. I TRIBUTE AT BARGOED. I Before the ordinary business of the Court commenced at Bargoed, on Friday, Mr Evan Owen, the chair- man, made a reference to the sad death of Mr Jacob Ray, Bargood House, Treharris, which had taken place during the week. He (Mr Owen) said it was hil painful duty to refer to the death of a very valued colleague. Although he was not officially attached to that Petty 'Sessional Division, by reason of his residence in another Petty Sessional district, still, when it was pointed out to him that his services would be very valuable in this area, he readily placed himself at the disposal. of his colleagues, at considerable incon- venience to himself. He was a faith- ful attendant at these Courts, and his opinion as a magistrate was always much cherished. He was one of the leading experts of colliery work in the South Wales coalfield, and his advice was always freely given to the younger officials, and his judgment I was always sound and admired. Mr John Evans, on behalf of the legal profession, and Supt. T. Wil- liams, on behalf of the police, associ- ated themselves with the remarks of the Chairman.

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MOTHER AND HOME. I "How many of one's own sex net with nowadays," said an elderly woman lately, "literally have not a singie good word for anybody They talk of their dearest friends in a tone of criticism that makes one simply drfead what they twill 6a1 behind one's back. .How much more charming and reliable are those women who cultivate the art of look- ing for the good in people instead of search- ing for their weaknesses, and who make a point of saying nothing if thev cannot praise. It is an amiabfe quality that would be more cultivated if we realised how such a trait suits a womaii. and how much isweet,- nees of character it portrays." WASHING "WITHOUT SOAP. 1, r Have you tried waahing dark stockings in this way. Put them into a bowl of oeVd water, leave till next day, and then warit well. Rinse in clear warm water, and when dry they will be beautifully soft. No ooap is requirod. I I FBOM ONION SKINS., I When washing cream cotton xvr woollen foods try this tip: Boil a few onion skins in <t pint of water, then strain the liquid inio a bottle. After goods are washed add enougth of this liquid to the last rinsing water, and a clear, bright cream will reward you.. I LKARIT/NG Too SOON. I Many children begin lessons too young. It is mnoh better for most children act to begin learning out of books until they are seven. They will then learn as much in one month as in six month s or a year when they are five; and there is this great advantage, that enrlv strain on the eves-which must to some extent follow teaching to read out of books--ia avoided. Thie strain often leads to near-ssghteduess. Too early brain strain is also avoided. This sort of strain is ex- tremely injurious, especially to excitable an d nervy ehildren. BtrriNo A HAT. I Two ladies had spent a long day among I the shops, and were both feeling fagged out, when one exclaimed, "I'nî going to get a hat. "Why don't von wait, untg you fee! baiter" asked the other. "No." was the reply; "I always try on hats when I look the worst, and then I can tell, without dombt, whether the hat will trait me or not. If it looks well on me when I'm looking worn out, I am sure it will look splendid when I am fresh." BOOTS AND BUNIONS. I Bunioas are made by boots which fit badly, have soles that are too narrow, and therefore crush the ball of the big toe and bring ahout an inflammation of the toe- joint. Tou never saw a bare-footed eavage with a bunion! Don't wear boote or shoes I that oMtee pressure on the toe joint, and you will never suffer from bunions. To BLACKEN BROWN BOOTS. t Add to a tracupful of hot water a t..a.- spoonful of liquid ammonia and well sponge the boots with this, then place them aside to dry. Cut a raw lxitato into slioes and, n6ing a slice at a time, rub it well all over the boots, and again give them time to dry. The boots should be rubbed with the pota- toes thrtee or tour times, a aid after again being allowed to dry. should then be given a good, thick coating of black boot polish. Shine them in the usual way, and they will look as if they have been blaick boots from the start. No amount of rain will wash the polish off. HENc. SICKLY CHILDMCN. I "Unventilat-ed rooms, are especially in- 'urioiw in the case of children," comments a Jioctor. The effects are g?nocally manifested first in the nervous system by the production of drowsiness and mental dulness. Poisonous matters that are normally exhaled by the lungs and skin are retained in the body, rendering the blood impure and producing anaemia, pr£8ion. and lœB of appetite. A ?ood deal of sickness amongst c ??ren is due to this cause. This applies to adults, although, in a lesser degree, for their con- stitutions are stronger. The exclusion of fresh air -is a radical mistake that should he corrected before permanent damage has been dene. Ventilate your rooms, therefore, especially .those occupied by children." » A. be J Bargoed

SIX-HOUR WORKING DAY. I COALFIELD DEMAND. The Right Hon. William Brace, M.P., President of the isouth Wales Miners' Federation, presided at a meeting of the Executive Council of that body at Cardfff on Monday, when, at the request of the recent Coalfield Conference, they considered the advisability of inaugurating a six- hour working day for miners. After a long discussion, the following re- solution was carried That in the opinion of the Coun- cil the situation in the industry is suoh that the delay in amending the Eight Hours Act in mines, for the purpose of establishing a six* hours day, is likely (1) to create a conflict between returning soldiers and bona fide miners at present employed in the mines, and who have transferred from, one oolliMy to another during the war; (2) to create unemployment. Therefore, the M.F.G.B. should be urged to immediately take steps to get the proposal for the reduc- tion of the working day so amended as to become operative at an earlier date. As unemployment it already in our midst, we urge as a temporary measure, that the Government pay during the whole period of unemployment etim equal to the minimum rates for the grades the workmen woula have received had they been em- ployed. Another question discussed by the Council was the need for making preparations for the future adjust- ment of wages, and it was decided to ask the Miners' Federation of Great Britain to consider at an early date the arrangements to be made upon the termination of the present Con- oiliation Board agreement, which may be done away with six months after the termination of the War upon giving three months' notiee on either sidee I

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