Evening Express

CINDERFORD. I The score of 34 points to nil. which Cinder- ford put up against Bridgwater Albion, no more than fully represents the difference in the play of the two teams. The visitors were I a heavy, fast lot of forwards, and in their own company would plav a, hard game, but Cinderford's front completely outplayed them, and getting the 'ball from nearly every ¡ serum the backs had a jolly time. The men f-rom Somerset, however, never shirked a bit, but played for all they were worth till the close of the game, and they deserved a warm word of praise for their plucky efforts. They were warmly cheered at the close of the game by the spectators.

GLYN-NEATH. j Glyn-Neath are going strong tiftle season. Out of six games played they have won four and lost two. Last Saturday they gave an exoellent display, beating Mumbles by a oonverted goal to nil. The try was scored by Emmanuel, D. B. Williams converting. The latter played the game of his life. The Glyn-Neath light-weights had the ball Dine times out of every ten scrams. In the loose they even surprised their own sup- porters by their fine dribbling and smart following-up.

TREBANOG. I To defeat Petiooed t.y 19 points to nil is a record that Trebanog can well be proud of, and especially am they ^ere away from home. The 'Banog pack we'(j the lighter, but were complete masters. at,,i gave their backs plenty of opportunities of which they were not slow to take advantage. The passing of the 'Ba»iog backs was great, and the whole of the ur tries were due to them, the scorers be- g Beth John, Idris Lewis, John Lewis, and W. Thomas. Pritchard converted the three goals. The Reserves were unfortunate to lose to Cilfynydd by. a goal from a mark to nil.

PONTYGWAJTH. I Penrhys Boys had hard lines last Saturday I against Coed Ely, the last half being fought in the visitors territory, but the game ended in a pointless dra.w. Ou, spectator remarked that a eouple of the forwards were too weak to tbold their tongues! The covamittee would do well to suspend the offending players. The Boys have selected N. Jones as-thei.r skipper. He is a fine forward, and comes from a football family, having no fewer than three brothers who have been very con- spicious in the field.

TONYREFAIL. I Tonyrefail journeyed to Llanharan, and got defeated by a converted goal to nil. The visitors were unfortunate, ae after having the better of matters the homesters got a soft try. A draw would have been a fairer result. Mormon Jonee and Percy James were the pick of the backs. whilst Phillips and W. Davies were the most prominent in the pack. The Old Boys, at home to Llwynypia, were defeated by 6 points to nil. Better luck next time.

RHYMNEY. I Rhymney failed to re-produce the form which enabled them to defeat Cnnnlin at Uwmbran last Saturday, the latter defeating them by 1Z points to 3. The score certainly suggests a heavy defeat, but territorially there wae not a great deal of difference between the sides. Had Rhymney been able to-lield their full strength a different result might have been anticipated. Bejp. Howells, Archie Ford, and Jenks played a great game forward. E. T. Walters, at full-back, was very safe.

NEWBRIDGE. Newbridge journeyed to Talywain last Saturday to meet the senior leaguers, and were victorious by 3 points to nil: It was a smart performance'by the winners, as they were, short of a couple of their regu- lar players, and played for some time without their clever forward, Trott, who waz injured. The try was scored by Richards after a splendid effort.

I GLAMORGAN RUGBY TEAM I .I FIXTURES FOR- NFXT WEBK. I -Our photograph of the Glamorgan Bu?by I team (on Page 1). which opposed GII..= shire. is by Harry Bennett (Cheltenham), and includes the following:- I Top row: P.C. S. J. Birch (Neath). P.C. R. Thomas (Mbuntain Ash), W. J. Perry /Neath). Tom Morgan (Swansea), F. Davis- Trectrchyj, and W. Hpiller (-Tregrehy). Second I-ow i rr D. Schofield (treasurer, 4 W.R.P.U.). G-. Groves (Abet-carn-l; Pascoe; Howells (ex-Penarth), H. Loveluek (Cardiff),: Berr Davies (Swansea), F: J. Hawkins (Pontypridd), W. Hopkins (Pontypridd1), J. W. Lewiw (Treorchy), and F. Nicholls (referte, Leicester). Bottom row: W. J. Rapsey (Pontardawe) and E. Phillips (Llwynypia).

CARDIFF INSTITUTES LEAGUE I Grange Liberal Institute v. Docks Tem- perance bmutute. Grange Temperance Institute v. Oanton Parish Church. St. Saviour's Institute v. Univeriwrty Settle- ment. St. German's Institute T. Broadwav. Comet-street Institute v. Milford-street Institute. ÅU .,I8t.

Penygraig were without a fixture last Satur- day, through the action of the syndicate who controls the ground letting the Mid-Rhondda Soccer eleven have the use of it. Penygraig have to pay £60 per season for the use of the ground, and have no power to sub-lease. If the syndicate, however, thinks fit to allow the Soccer eleven to play on these grounds, how can it expect the Penygraig club to find the JEM? Already a rumour is afloat that Rugby will not be played on the Mid-Rhondda Grounds next season. Such being the case, Penygraig must drop, as there is no other ground avail- ab!e. The syndicate is. however, prepared to sell these grounds, capable of holding 30,000, together with the fine cycling track, at a reasonable figure. There nas been a keen discussion amongst the Penygraig pack ae to who is the fastest (Ponsford barred). To decide the question a handicap has been arranged amongst them, Ben Thomae being the limit maOnn, and Per- kins, Rawlings, and Jenkins on scratch. The odds are on Thomas, who is on the ten yards mark.

DANYGRAIG. The Swansea suburbans had rather a com- fortable time of it last Saturday when play- ing at home against Neath Seconds, defeat- ing tne latter organisation by 18 points to nil. Danygraig unearthed a new centre three- quarter in a youngster called Jordan. He made one aenaational run right through t?he .Neath team in the first half, following this uo with a good, consistent exhibition and cne excellent try. He certainly displayed rare opportunism. Jack Ward had hisJricking boots on, indeed! All the scores were converted by him-three tries and one penalty goal. Further than this, his touch finding was lengthy and cer- tain.

ASBRTILLERY. rillerj met and defeated Bath last Satur- day by no loss than 11 points. Freddy Courts, the fleet 'Tillery wing, was responsible for two out of the three tries, whilst Harry Bird. one of 'Tillery's best forwards, got over with the remaining try after a fine dash, H. A. James converting with a neat kick. With the exception of the full-back. the visitors were beaten at all points, but at full- back Hartell proved a capable enstodian. and extricated his side from many a difficulty during the game PONTARDAWE. Ammanford visited Pontardawe ?ast Satur- day; and were defeated by 11 points to nil.. Th game was not a very interesting one, dhe to the fact that Ammanford adopted spoiling tactics. Stan Davies and Ted Waring were the pick of the -home three-quarters, while Kift and Vaughan also put in some good work. Rapsey and Lewis proved a far more brilliant pair than their opponents.

EMNAS. The Ex-schoolboys gained a creditable vic- tory over Coedperimaen by 3 points to nil. The visitors proved worthy opponents, and are at present holding a high position in the league.

RUGBY LEAGUE TABLES C. AND D.R.U. SENIOR. 11 P. W. Th D. For Ag. Pt's. Pentyrch 2 2 0 0 20 3 4 Barbarians 1 1 0 0 5 3 2 Mackintosh. 2 0 0 2 0 0 2 HartaquiM. 2 0 0 2 0 0 2 Canton. 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 Konully i 0 2 1 6 19 1 Wanderers 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Grange. 1 0 1 0 8 4 0 LLANELLY AND DISTRICT RUGBY LEAGUE. DIVISION. I. Oo P. W. li. D. For Ag. Pt's. Oriental Stars 2 2 0 u 50 0 4 Furnace United 2 2 0 0 6 0 4 New Duck 3 2 I 0 15 3 4 Fe,infoel 1 1 0 0 6 0 2 Amman United 2 1 1 0 0 6 2 Ivy 3 0 3 0 0 38 0 St. Alban's 1 0 1 0 0 18 0 Hxce?iors. 1 0 t. O 0 3 0 T?imble i i g 9 0 Albions 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Burry Port. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 DIVISION II. P. W. L. D. For Ag. Pt's. Anchor Rovers 3 2 0 1 56 3 5 'Va miers 3 1 1 1 9 21 5 Bryncaoran 2 1 0 1 6 3 3 Hendy Wallabies — 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 0,10 0 3 0 Welsh Stirs 1 0 1 0 0 37 0 Daf en 0 0 II 0 0 0 0 Furnace United IT. 1 0 1 0 5 9 0 ABERAVON AND DISTRICT. P. W. L. D. Pi's. St. Mary's 2 1 0 1 3 St. Theodore's. 1 1 0 0.. 2 Cymmer 3 1 2 0 2 Excelsiors 1 0 0 0.. 1 St. Joseph's 1 0 1 0.. 0 RHYMNEY VALLEY LEAGUE. DIVISION J. P. W. L. D. Pt's. Blackwood Stars 2 1 0 1 3 Newtown 1 1 0 0 2 Tredegar Htberniaxm 1 „ 0.0 1 1 Beaufort United 1 0 1 0.. 0 Rhymney Reserves 1 0 1 0 0 ::O:;n 0 0 0 0 6 Argoed 0 0 0 0.. 0 A DIVISION II. r. W. L. D. Pt's. Foebri 4 2 1 1 5 Sirhowy. 2 1 0 1 3 i:;rr R" i 0 î.. 3 Blackwood 1 1 0 0.. 2 Llahbrtdaeb I1 0 0.. 2 1 0 2 Pontlottyn 1 0 1 0.. 0 Beaufort Reserves 3 0 3 0.. 0 Ho! Ij-bush 0 0 0 0.. 0 MONMOUTHSHIRE LEAGUE. P. W. L. D. For Ag. Pt's. Blaeoavon 5 2 0 3 41 j 7 Brynmawr 5 511 35 6 7 Cross Kev').?. 3 2 0 ] & 5 5 Pill Hurlers. \¡ 2 2 0 0 35 0 4 P.)n.in?. 3 1 0 2 6 0 4 Llanhilleth 2 10 13 0 3 C.mltnn 3 1 1 1 12 Is 3 Rhymney » 1 8 6 48 2 Ri -ra 120 3 15 2 Troder&r 3 0 2 1 3 14 1 Ta"ain 2 0 2 0 0 P 0 Crurrilin 4 0 4 0 11 35 0 ——— —————————————

ASSOCIATION LEAGUE TABLES GLAMORGAN LEAGUE-DIVISION I. -GoaJs- P. W. L. D. For Ag. Pt's. Merthyr Town 5 3 1 1 7 5 7 Aberdaie Town 5 2 1 2 6 5 6 Cwm .lbions 3 2 0 1 5 2 6 Cardiff City. 6 1 2 3 8 9 5 Cwmpark 5023 4 7 5 Ton Pentre 2 1 1 0 4 3 2 Treharris .3 1 2 0 2 4 2 Mardy 1011 1 1 1 Barry Dj!rt;.rict. 2011 2 3 1 Tredegar 0 0 • 0 0 0 0 t) DIVISION II. —Goals— P. W. L. D. For Ag. Pt's. TroedyThiw 5 4 0 1 9 4 9 Treharris Reserves 5 3 0 2 11 4 8 Rhymney. 5 2 1 2 12 8 6 Lewis-Merthyr 4 2 2 0 12 8 4 Gi1fa.ch 4 2 2 0 8 9 4 Merthyr Reserves 5122 3 4 4 New Tedgar 5 0 2 3 6 9 3 Cardiff City Reserves 3 1 2 0 3 3 2 Mardy Reserves 3 1 2 0 6 6 2 Barry District 3 0 3 0 2 13 0 RHYMNEY VALLEY SECTION.—DIVISION III. P. W. L. D. For Ag. Pt's. Llanbradach Rovers.. 5 3 0 2 12 4 8 Cwmsifiog 4 2 1 1 9 4 5 Gilfach Reserves 4 2 1 1 11 9 5 Ystrad Mvnach 2 1 0 1 1 0 3 Troedrhiwfuwch 4 U 2 1 4 4 3 Rhymney Thursdays 3x1 1 6 7 3 New Tredegar Res.110 0 1 0 2 2 Sebastopol 2 0 1 1 4 6 1 Ab9rbargoed 4 0 4 1 4 13 1 Bargoed Thursdays..201116 1 ABERDABE SECTION.—DIVISION Ill. P. W. L. D. —Goafc— P. W. L. D. For Ag. Pt's. A-beraman Wanderers 7 7 0 0 38 5 14 Aberaman Windsors 6 6 0 0 18 2 12 Bedlinog  8 4 11 15 5 9 Trecynon 5 4 0 1 8 "2 9 Hiorain 6231, .9 14 5 (wmbach. 4 2 2 0 -13 8 4 Merthyr Vale Crw. 6 2 4 0 14 12 4 Peiirhiwceiber Guild 7 1 5 1 5 26 3 Yrtysybwl -.i 3120 4 3 2 Merthyr Vale Wind. 5 1 4 0 6 12 2 Mountain Ash 1 0 1 0 0 5 0 1"Hfynydd 2 0 2 0 1 11 0 Penrhiwceiber Crus. 6 0 6 0 17 13 0 Abercyaon i. 0 • 9 0 8 0 0 0 DIVISION IV. Ools— OJ P. W. L. D. ForAg. Pt's. Trelewls 9 8 0 1 28 5 17 Aberaman Wand. Res. 8 5 0 3 13 5 13 Treharris Juniors 8 6 2 0 17 5 12 Abernant 6 5 1 0 24 3 JO PeortiiwoeJber United 6402 13 5 10 Penrhiwceibeor Bee ..6 3 1 2 9 8 8 Abercanald 7 3 3 1 9 10 7 Cwmdare 5 3 2 0 9 6 6 Ponyard 7 1 3 3 6 11 5 Penrhiweeiber C. B: 8 2 3 1 6 14 5 Cwmbaeh Reserves 3 1 2 0 8 6 4 Aberaman St. Mary's 7 2 3 2 9 18 4 Aberdare Church 5 0 2 3 6 8 3 Duffryn 5 0 Z i 3 7 3 Penrhiweeiber Cree. 6 0 4 2 3 16 2 Coedpenmaen 5 0 4 1 3 12 1 Aberdare Territorials 5050 1 13 0 Llwydcosd 6 0 6 0 1 M < DYVISJON LV. —GoeJn— P. W. L. D. For Ag. Pt'a. Bhymney Crescents. 8 4 1 1 15 12 9 Aberbargoed S. Peter's 6 3 2 1 13 7 7 Pontlottvn Guild. 3 1 0 2 4 3 4 Llanbradach Rovers 4112 9 5 4 Brithdir Reserves 4 2 2 0 8 9 4 Fochriw ;) 1 1 1 4 2 3 New Tredegar Rovers 2 10 1$3 3 Sebastopol Reserves 3 1 1 1 5 4 3 Tredegar Rangers r. 5 1 4 0 4 13 2 Troedrhiwfuwch Res. 5 0 3 2 6 15 2 Ba-rgoed Athletic 2011 35 1 MONMOUTHSHIRE LEAGUE—DIVISION I. -Goal&- P. W. L. D. For Ag. Pt's. Cwm 4400 11 2 8 Ynyaddv 7 3 3 1 2J) 20 7 Blajna 4 3 1 0 111 3 6 Trowiyrhiw. 3210, 8 4 4 Llanhilleth 4 2 2 0 7 It) 4 HiKh Cross 4220 13 11 Oid Bov,s 4 2 2 0 5 10 4 Abertjllery 2101 4 2 3 Barba.l'iatlJ\ 1 0' 5 10 1 2 'i.ysaghts- 0 0 '6 15 0 Tre(logmr 2 0 2 0 2 14 0 if. (;bai&- P. W. L. D. Fdr ."f:. Pt'3. Cwm Reserves 11 0 0+ ,o 2 'Kljbw Vale ruited 1 10 01 0 2 T.lanhilieth Albiobj •. 3 120 6 0 AbeKillerv Reserves' 1 0. 1 .0 1 2 0 [These tables do dot include to-da-v's results.] SOUTHERN LEAGUE.- -DIVISION n. Je\'ised and compteted up to and including Oct. 24] —6'o?s—; yP- W. L. D.ForA? Pt's. Reading 7 5 1 1 16 2 U Stolie 6 5 1 0 23 9 10 Merthyr Town 4 3 0 1 7 1 7 Ton Pentre 8 3 4 1 15 15 7 Tr(-harris .I. 8 3 4 1 14 14 7 Wal&,ii 5 3 2 0 9 7 6 I Croydon Common 2200 82 4 Cardiff City ..2,1 0 1 4 1 3 Aberdare Town 7 1 5 1 6 18 3 Kettchng. 5 1 4 1 6 20 2 Chesham Town 5 0 4 1 3 17 1 Salisbury City 3 0 2 1 1 6 1 RF. ABRANGKD MATCHES. October 29.—Treharris v. Walsall. November 5. -Stnke v. Chasham Town fdates reversed..) Ncwwoiber 12.- -Cardiff City v. Treharris, remrronta thbowti ctsr-ne, DctiiK «. QwOg AtI. jentaoifc

Ystalyfera will have no ground record this season. Skew en did the trick by a try last Saturday. Ystalyfera deserve encouragement, for there is not a side in the Union with a younger lot of players. They are all light. and there lies the rub. The Ystalyfera men did not deserve to lose against Skewen, for, weakly represented. they played well together, and were full of vigour to the end. Skewen scored a try in a forward scramble, and it should have been prevented. Tit Davies and Harry Trew made a capable pair of halves. They are the only two men in the side who are not local men. Dan Austin turned out in the pack after a long retirement. He played his usual strong game. The County School Boys heaped up a big score against Llandilo County School—1 goal and 5 tries to nil. Llandilo were too light forward. Ben Jones, a sturdy Cwmllynfell lad, set red three lovely tries for Ystalyfera School, who have a really splendid side- much stronger in front than usual.

BRITON FERRY. Briton Ferry was at home to Hendy on Saturday. The match throughout was played with determination and a little over-much of dash that called for the frequent interposi- tion of the referee, and resulting eventually with one conspicuous offender being ordered off for Hendy. What is responsible for a deal of the horse- play imported into these matches is the vulgar encouragment that finds voice from the over zealous partisans, and the sooner certain Ferryites realise this fact, the better. Both sets of forwards adopted the English style by permitting one ot their number to t assume a "roving" position, a fact count- able, without doubt, for the failure of the quartette.

CROSS KEYS. Cross Keys has had rather a busy week- end, entertaining Canton on Saturday and ¡ Abertillery on Monday. The Cardiff league clubs always manage to put up a good fight at Cross Keys. Cross Keys crossed Canton's line twice. Carter converting one of the tries. For Canton, Bonnet and John were the pick of the backs. I Cross Keys spectators always look forwar l to a good game when Abertillery visit Pandy Park.

WHITCHURCH. Whitchurch accomplished a smart pertor- mance on Saturday last, taking the unbeaten certificate of Barry Parade. The match was played on the latter club's ground, but the Whitchurch team were superior fore and aft. Wilkins. Moses Griffiths, and Scott equally distinguishing themselves.

Gilfach-Bargoed I Following a period of depression, there is a rift in the clouds at Gilfach. and last I Saturday's splendid 4-3 victory over their near and dear rivals, New Tredegar, should augur well for their future prosperity. The constitution of the side has been considerably overhauled, and, judging by their display during the first forty minutes, the com- mittee should be satisfied with their hard work. Watkin Davies, goalkeeper, and W right, centre forward, whom they have captured from Acrefair, gave a so.und dis- play, while Heath, who has migrated to them from New Tredegar, made a very auspicious debut by scoring the first goal against his late confreres. As foreshadowed last week, Gilfach sustained their protest I against Ystrad Mynach in the junior cup competition, and play Lilanhilleth at home I in the next round on November 5.

RHYMNEY. Thanks to the kind missionary work of the Treharris club and their sporting skipper, Tagg Williams. who is ever ready to foster the Soccer code, the supporters of the Khymney club were given the privilege of witnessing a splendid game between the home representative". and practically the full Treharris team, the result favouring the visitors by the odd goal in seven. Last Saturday Cardiff Corinthians made their initial how at the town of song, and unespectedly defeated the home briga,de by o goals to 1. True, the homesters lacked the services of Cresswell and Whiting. Randall Owen. in goal, rendered a very poor account I of himself, while Jim Stone, although work- ing like a Trojan, missed a penalty, which made a world of difference.

CWMPARC. I Cwmparc fared disastrously in their South Wales Cup-tie with Barry District. Although they played on their own pitch, the game resulted in a defeat of 5—3. Ben Morgan, Sid Handley. and Stiddard (Reserves) were included in the team because some of the Pare men were not ro?Mtered in time. They failel to .stay the hot pace set by the Western League men, and Pinch got out of control in the last few minute". scoring two beautiful goals. Willie Jones and Jack Hughes at half, and the Joneses on the left wing, did well for Pare. Oai Evans was very lame in the second half.

FERNDALE. j Ferndale Thursdays have at last oome a e,mpper-they succumbed to rfylorstowll, Albions in a friend! match at home by Z goals to 1. thus losing their ground record. The visitors were the superior team all round, their combination being great. Baker was sound for the Albions at fnll- back, and Mullett. who scored the two goals, was great. Dai Lewis, the rrhnrsday's cus- todian, was very much out of form. W. Blake was given a trial at centre for- ward. He played a champion game, and com- bined well with Jack Jones, another recruit.

NEW TREDEGAR. I New Tredegar visited Oilfa-ch last Satur- day. and sadly. disappointed their large army of followers by undergoing the tmmiliation of defeat by 4 goals to 3. During the first half the home sharpshooters made ducks and drakes of the visitors defence, Russell being found helpless on four occa- sions. although, be it said. Stratton let him down badly. Subsequently New Tredegar found the target on three occasions. Owing to darkness intervening a re-play will probablx be found necessary. Dando and Dunn, the recruit forwards, gave promiae of better things, but their defence gives much room for thought.

TO NY RE* All- Tony retail, who were the finalists in the Rhondda Junior League last season. bid fair to equal, if not excel, that performance this season. They took a big crowd with them to play the Welsh Navigation. Nick Spear was persuaded to come out of his shell, and made a difference to the! half-back line. Harry Swan, the home sprinter, was not 'given much rope by him. Marlev. the scribe, again netted on two occa- sions, whilst Williams and Fry also had one each. The Reserves at home against Blaen- rhondda could do no better than get defeated by the huge score of 8 goals to nil. Nuff said.

WELSH NAVIGATION. i Tonyrefail, who were the visitors last Satur- day, provided the local Derby, and created a great furore. The homesters met their, masters, and had their first defeat to the tune of 4—1. The defeat will probably do them more good than harm, and will be the means of greater energy on the part of the halifib??w.ry, for the latter, with the exception of Lawry, were weak, and some drastic action should be taken. They were simply useless. L. Ward (the captain), who scored, was good, and Harry Swan also played a great game I

TROEDYRHIW. I Troedyrhiw's victory over, Lewis-rtnyr I was easily got. and had they played with a little more care they could have won by a big score. Lewis-Merthyr were hopelely outclassed. They had no method, no style, nor even a system to attack or spoil their opponents' ta<,of,icB. Not once did Lewis-Merthyr make an effort to pass. It was kick, kick, kick by each and every one of the players. Loveless was rather shaky on the left wing, and should have done better.

CRUML. I Crumlin journeyed to Pontypool last Satur- day, and were victorious by 3 goals to 2. The winners were without their clever forward, Holland, but were superior throughout. The crumlin rear division did splendidly, and the forwards worked exceedingly hard. Chal- lenger. who has been introduced into the team this season, is evidently a scoring forward. The Viaduct club have only been defeated once-in the opening match against Argoed.

CWM ALBIONS. I Cwm Albion have yet to taste defeat, and few teams who visit Cwm will be able to get points against their clever organisation. Some of the defeated teams attribute their success to the ground, which ifl described as small and uneven. It would be much more sportsmanlike if some of the credit was given to their undoubted skill. So far Cwm have won all away matches!

MERTHYR VA-LE. I Merthyr Vale Windsors lost to Aberaman Windsors on the former's ground. The visi- tors played cleaner and better football, and were really too fast for the home lot J. Hall, the home custodian, was in no way responsible for the two goals registered against him. The Aberaman Windsors had beaten all opposition, and he had no choioe. I

TROEDRHIWFUWCH. ) After several very narrow defeats, Troed- rhiwfuwch have at length secured their initial league victory, Aberbargoed being caught- napping by 3 goa?s to 1. Wade, late of Cwm'fiog. made a promising debut by soorine on two oecas'ans, Ernie Hook adding a third. Troedrhiwfuwch Reserves visited Llanbradach, the Rovers deteatingthem hy 6 goals., to 2.

Mid-?hondda were clearly the better team It Saturday, when Ynyshir were the visi- tors. The score. 3-1, about indicates the difference in the two teamg, and Mid-Bhondda. I '? Ida are to be con?racutated upon their victory The combination of the home forwards was all that could be desired. t

YSTALYFERA; I Ystalyfera met Morriston II. last Saturday, and an exciting game ended in a draw. The crowd was delighted with the play. Ystalyfera started one man short and a substitute. Ten men played for the greater portion 01 the first half. Then the Morriston goal-keeper went off owing to a nasty kick.

PENRHIWFER. I Penrhiwfer showed up better against Maindy, a draw of 3 goals being the result. The forwards were given plenty of training during the week. and. evidently, they wanted it. A. Cook was successful with a penalty. whiUt T. Jones Kcurtd the otber tvofoaJs. >

Supporters' Club Move I SOUTH WALES TO THE FOlIE I By SOCCERITE. I To Merthyr Town belongs the credit of starting a supporters' club in South Wales. BeginnIng with very little preparation, the first sign of activity was the supporters' clever move in cornering Cardiff City's grand stand. Since then scores of adherents have joined the club, and the coming week will see a tangible move toward consolidation and uniformity. I can assure Merthyr Sup- porters' Club that the delegates at Wednes- day's conference in London were delighted with my account of Merthyr's progress, and when Merthyr are affiliated to the association some good times are in store for them on their journeys to London or district. Their secretary. Mr. T. Samuel, 17, Brunswick- street, Merthyr, will be pleased to enrol the whole of Merthyr, and will gladly give any information required. CARDIFF CITY STRONG. I am able to report excellent progress in Cardiff Our supporters are rolling up splendidly, and I expect a big attendance at the Bristol and South Wales Hotel on Wed- nesday next, when I will report on my visit to London. Club cards and badges are now ready, and can be obtained of the secre- taries. The City directors have placed an office at our disposal at Ninian Park, where the secretaries will be in attendance every Saturday to enrol members. A social even- ing has been arranged at the Sandringham for November 12. the night of the Treharris match. Tickets are ready, and can be obtained of any member of the committee. All supporters who intend to visit Salisbury on December 3 should acquaint the secre- taries, so that we shall know our strength. AIMS AND OBJECTS. As there is considerable curiosity in regard to the aims and objects of supporters' clubs, I will briefly outline those of Cardiff City, which may be applied generally. The rule that covers this point is:- The objects of the club shall be to enable its members to obtain a season ticket from Cardiff City Club by weekly payments, reduced railway fares to out matches, to arrange for lectures with a view to the members becoming better acquainted with I the technical points of the game, and to in- duce its members to become shareholders of. the Cardiff City Football Club by the use of the members' subscriptions. ABERDARE ENTHUSIASTIC. Next week I will deal with the outburst in Aberdare. For a long time the 'Darians have been bursting for an outlet for their pent-up enthusiasm, both appreciative and contrary. When the supporters' club movement was broached the idea caught on. and a meeting was held last nignt to form a club. TREHARRIS FAVOURS THE IDEA. There is a move in Treharris in favour of establishing a club, and if the promoters will communicate with me 1 will give them an evening to arrange its formation. I know the directors are in agreement with the move- ment, but as officials of the club are not allowed to belong to the supporters clubs. I ¡ will be glad to hear from those outside the club. TON PENTRE IN THE VAN. j I learn that Ton have started a club, and I will be glad to hear from their Fecretary. I extend the offer of a helping hand also to Ton Pentre. In fact, any district where there is a good class club should have its sup- porters' club. As the vice-chairman of the National Association, I will devote any even- ing I can spare to helping them. What say Tredegar and Mardy ? NATIONAL ASSOCIATION. So important has the movement become that an association has been formed to Lnk up all the clubs of Great Britain. South Wales will be strongly represented, and I hope to announce a meeting of the associa- tion .in Cardiff shortly, when all the clubs of South Wales will/be represented. Space precludes me dealing further with the subject this week. Club secretaries should send me their reports as early in the week as possible to ensure insertion in the Football Express." I should like readers to send me their views on the movement. Be brief and to the point.

Air Rifle Notes. I By BULL'S-EYE. CARDIFF AND DISTRICT LEAGUE. I The great fight is over, and the famous old Atlas, the pioneer team of Welsh air-rifle shooting, ones l again enjoy the distinction of being the only unbeaten side in the Cardiff and District League competition. Their con- test on Thursday with the Adelphi was one of the most notable performances the team have ever given. Pitted against a side who only a fortnight ago compiled the record score of 391. Willie Smith's boys set about their task in grim earnest, and. though an opening score of 34 by Jimmy Wells at once placed them behind, they stuck to their guns, and a lovely possible by Jack Millar enabled them to lead at the interval by 193 to 188. The second half was just as keenly contested, the shooting being extraordinary, three 34's being registered on the Atlas side by "Walla" Davies, Lages, and Willie Smith, while A. Wells and W. Wells got 34 a.nd a possible respectively for the Adelphi. On this half the Atlas gained a point. making their win- ning margin into six with the final scores of 387-351. The Barbarians showed some of their real form against the Engineers. and with their three last men only averaging 26 they yet managed to turn 360. beating the "soldier boys" by over a score. R. H. Jones and George Rowswell were again in fine form, each returning 33, while Prank Prosser finished 3. The Engineers were best repre- sented by G. Davies and Hartrey. In other matches the Victorias had an easy run home against the Napiers, and Barry Dock Conservatives, after leading the Alberts at the start, lost by 13 to the cham- pions. who did not shoot up to their usual form. The Duke of York showed some im- provement in their match against the Stuarts, who, with a score of 362, won by 20 points. BRIDGEND LEAGVE. I The Bridgend League opened their season's programme this weelc, when an interesting series of contests was decided. For a yountr organisation the league is rich in trophies, having had two silver cups and medals given them this season for competition. Merthyr Mawr returned the nice total of 352 against 341 by Ewenny, Tom Lewis head- ing the score with ;;2. while the veteran Bisley shot, Private Tom Hopkin, and J. Thomas put up 32's Brooks got 33 for Ewenny. The Y.M.C.A. gained the honours of tie evening with 55* against St. John's, Tondu, who. though beaten handsomely, did fairly well for a young club. D. McLellan, Llew- ellyn. and Simmcnds got 33's for the winners, and there were also returns of 32 by J McLellan and Edwards. St. Illtyd's and Newtor Institute contested their meeting keenly, the Saints gaining league points with 351 against 344. Jenkins and Hopkins were the highest scorers for their respective sides with 32's. CARDIFF ASSOCIATION LEAGUE. I The teams in the Cardiff Association League continue to maintain a high stan- dard of shooting, tall scores and close finishes being again the order of the week. The surprise of the series of contests was provided by the Victoria Institute, who took points from the Penarth P.S.A., while Birch- grove nearly brought off another big win, running the champions to a couple of points. This latter match on the Birch range proved very exciting. The Gasworks started well by taking the lead. but lost their advan- tage through the indifferent shooting of W. Fry, and at half-time they were two down. The second half was keenly fought out. and the champions eventually found themselves one up with two men to go. It was now anybody's game, but A. Powney, of Birch- grove, generally a safe man for 32 or 33. had an off night, and, with 28. dropped two to R. G Shute. giving the champions a lead of three. Croft tried hard to save the match for Birch, but found W. Francis in good form, he shooting a fine 32 against W. Croft's 33. the final scores being 309-307. Victoria Institute were visitors to Penarth P.S.A., and created a surprise by defeating the crack seasiders. There was no appre- ciable difference between them until W. Youde, of Penarth. got an outer, and gave the Vies. a lead of four, with three men to go. The Penarth tail-end tried their best to get in front, but the Victoria were up to their form, and finished with 299 against 295. This is the first time that P.8.A. has tasted defeat so early in the season. Dowlais had a visit from Comet-street, and the latter had to return defeated by 19 points. Dowlais shot well, and com- piled 313. If they can maintain this form there will be a great fight for supremacy when they have the champions as opponents. I do # not anticipate tall scoring, and at the finish there will be but little to choose between them. W. Tucker, S.' Chidzey, and F. Tucker shot well for the homesters, with 33 each. Llandough were at home to the Settlement, and defeated the Cardifflans with 306-294. W. Ackland shot well for the winners with 33, L. Tucker for the losers just missing the possible. Cogan P.S.A. had Saltmead as opponents, and won by 38 points. Saltmead shot very poorly, and could only return 273. Cogan by their score of 311 show that 'they are a side that cannot be easily disposed of. A. Roach and R. I)avies were best for the winners, the former narrowly missing the possible. Canton Institute beat St. Paul's on the latter's range. Neither side shot up to form. and Will have to do better than 287—281 if they wish to be placed at the top of the division. Canton Institute were at home to, Grange Y.M.C.A.. and just managed to get in front with 286--284. Grange were leading well up to the last two men, who failed badly, and permitted Canton to pick up all the arrears and then win. Still, they did well as a new club to run Canton to a 2 points victory. Dowlais Seconds compiled 303 against Hannah-street, and won by 20 points. This is the second occasion this season for a second division team to return over -500, and shows that Dowlais firsts have some good reserve6. NEXT WEEK'S FIXTURES. I DIVISION I. Penarth P.S.A. v. Birchgrove. Cogan P.S.A. v. Victoria Institute. Settlement v. Comet-street. Dowlais Y. Gasworks. Llandough v. Saltmead. DIVISION II. Canton Institute v. Cardiff Welsh. Cardiff Welsh v. Docks Temperance. « Settlement Seconds v. Gasworks Seconds. Hannah-street v. Grange Y.M.C.A. St. Paul's L.C. v. Hannah-street. All wfetchQa on the range of the first-named 1 club. t

Miniature Rifle Notes.) By -22. I As anticipated, the Glamorgan team had a tairly easy task to beat Radnorshire and Breconshire at Builth. W. Batson (Ogmore) tied with Barnard (Newbridge) for the noncur of being top scorer in the county match—their scores being 195 out of a possible 200. Unfortunately, some of the Breconshire and Radnorshire men deferred shooting until late in the afternoon, so the result could not be officially declared on Saturday. In fact, the Welsh Miniature Rifle Association officials and the Glamorganshire team narrowly escaped being stranded in Builth until Monday, their last train leaving Builth at 4.34. The result of the Devereux Cup com- petition also turned out as was generally anticipated-in a win for Radnorshire. The winning county, however, have to thank the two cracks, Barnard and E. P. Morgan, for the victory, for without them the Breconshire scores were superior to Radnorshire. Possibly the most keenly interested person in the Devereux Cup com- petition was Mr. H. E. Thomas, J.P., who captained the winning team. The rush of competitors at the end of the meeting was responsible for an extra- ordinary state of affairs with regard to the two gold medals offered by the Welsh Miniature Rifle Association and Builth townspeople. The former was offered for the champion- ship, which comprised the four standard competitions. The Buith medal was offered for a grand aggregate of all the com- .petitions at the meeting. When the statistics were completed it was found that D. J. Griffiths (Maesteg) had tied for the two gold medals, viz., with Barnard (Newbridge) for the championship and with Morgan (Rhayader) for the aggregate. It was impossible to shoot off the ties on Saturday, and some difficulty will be experienced in deciding when and where the ties shall be shot off. It has been suggested that they shall be shot off at the Llanelly meeting on December 10, and this would undoubtedly be the best solution of the difficulty if a 50 yards' range can be provided at Llanelly. The alternative is to defer the ties until the Tondu meeting, on December 26. T. "Botley (Newbridge), who won the gold medal offered for novices by the Builth com- mittee. should make a first-class marksman. On Saturday he shot remarkably well, and competed against the best shots in Wales with the utmost confidence. He does credit to his instructor—H. J. Barnard. Over 200 targets were returned at Builth in four hours. Considering thrt only two ranges had been provided, the fact that it was possible to get through so many in such a short time is eloquent testimony to the organisation of the Welsh Miniature Rifle Association. Bedwae club has been admitted to the East Glamorgan League. If the statement be true that A. E. S. Thomas and other Pengam cracks are joining the Bedwas club this season the team should finish very near the top. It is a strange fact, but local miniature rifle club leagues are notoriously lax in arranging their league fixtures. There can hardly be any excuse for this. The Mon- mouthshire Association is the first to publish fixtures, and the following matches will take place the week ending November a, on the ranges of the first-named clubs:— Blaina v. -Risca. Newport v. Abergavenny. Pontypool v. Usk. Chepstow v. 2nd Monmouthshire Regiment. I Llanfrechfa v. Newport Post Office. In the West Glamorgan League I hear some little difficulty arose owing to Cymmer requiring points to be allowed them by other clubs, onvi-i-g to Cymmer using open sights. The league has decided to allow Cymmer 7 per cent. This is a big handicap, and 1 fail to see why Cymmer should have applied for (y)oint,.s Apparently, the club clings to the old-tV^hioned notion that open sights are preferable. If this is so. the Cymmer team should be prepared to compete against other c bb. s on level terms. .Ionm,outbshire miniature rifle men figured largely in the prize-list in the competition for the prizes offered by Mr. Lewis Haslam. M.P.. on the Severn Tunnel range. Out of a T)ossible 105 F. H. Stockham (97) and P. T. Uliff (94), both of the Usk club, took first and second prizes. H. J. Mogford (Newport), W. Sweet (Usk). F. P. Watkins (Usk), and W. J. Milner (Newport) were other miniature men in the first twelve. The officials of the Welsh Miniature Rifle Association were approached at Builth with a view of the Welsh meeting (1911) being held at Builth Wells. It was stated that in the event of the meeting being held there the championship prizes would be presented by the town of Builth. The adjourned meeting of the Monmouth- shire Association proved a most enjoyable affair. Some of the rules were keenly debated, but the discussion was void of all bitterness. A battle-royal took place over, the targets. Mr. A. E. Morton ably cham- pioned the twin target as tised by the County Association last year. but the meet- ing decided in favour of the Welsh Miniature Rifle Association ten-bull target by a com- paratively big majority. The proposal to send a Monmouthshire County team to Llanelly on December 10 was enthusiastically approved, ana no more fitting choice of captain than the veteran W. Gregory (Newport) could possibly have been made. Another popular appointment was that of W. E. Jones (Risca) as vice-captain, and they were given power to select the county team.

Mainly Cross-Country I Mr. Harry Packer presided at a most interesting function at the Queen's Hotel. Newport., last Thursday, when Mr. F. L. Johns, who holds amongst many other responsible athletic offices that of handi- capper for the South Wales and Monmouth- shire District under the Amateur Athletic Association, was presented with a valuable roll-top desk and chair, subscribed for by his many friende and admirers in the Princi- F. L. JOHNS (Newport Harriers). PH<)TO, W. H. STEPHENS, NEWPORT. pality. The opportunity afforded by Mr. Johns' recent marriage to show their appre- ciation of the work be has carried out on behalf of athletics in Wales was too good to be passed by, and Mr. Johns must have been a proud, though somewhat embarrassed, indi- vidual when he listened to his praises sung all round him. Roath Harriers seem to make a point of striking inland for the vast majority of their runs. so it was rather a, change for the paper to be laid in the direction of the sea on Saturday last. Messrs. Summers, Hedden, Hollyman, and Greenaway laid a fine trail over a ten-mile course from headquarter, through Rumney village, thence direct to the coast, and on to St. Bride's. The paper then led straight across country to St. Mellon's, and home by way of Llanedarne-a regular "g/ueller" of a run. The St. Saviour's Harriers held a paper- chase last Saturday, the trail being laid by R. Hamilton over a nine-mile course from headquarters to Splott Park, thence across country to Rumney and St. Mellon's. and home via Pengam, crossing the river en route. The turf was dry, and fast times were put up, Messrs. F. Seaward, J. Williams (slows), W. Witt, W. Hopkins. S. Morris, and L. Ballinger (fasts) being the first six home. Cathays Wesleyan Harriers held a well- attended paperchase, two old-timers in Messrs. H. S. Pryce and F. Richardson being in charge of the paper. A long course of some 9i miles was traversed in the direction of the Wenallt, Caerphilly, returninghome through Whitchurch and Llanishen. The paper men were given twenty minutes start, and were sighted about three miles from home. From this point a stern and exciting race ensued, Cathays Harriers entertained the members of the newly-formed Grangetown Gasworks Harriers last Saturday, and treated their guests to a friendly run over a course laid through Llanishen, Llanedarne, and Birch- grove. Here again considerable inconvenience was felt owing to cross trails, and the enjoy- ment of the spin was much lessened. Mer- chant, of the Cathays medium pack, was first man home, closely followed by Viggers and Price (Cathays) and Smith and Sullivan (Grange)—all fast pack men. The Cathays Wednesday pack had a fine turn out last Wednesday, the Brothers Dowies and Priddle showing some fine form. Gilbert Dowies. although quite a new hand at the sport, has easily proved his mettle by show- ing the wav to some of the cracks in the run in. Fixtures are being arranged with the Newport mid-week club, and the Cathaysites hope to put up a good show. I hear that the farmers around the Llanishen district are doing their utmost to prevent harrier clubs from running over their land. and that the Cathays club have been forced to include more road in their course than is desirable for this reason. If the farmers will be dis- agreeable. then why not stick to the foot- paths over the country.-1 Cwmbran held a trial race last Saturday. and. although, many of the best men in the club's ranks were not out, a very strong pack was put into the field. As was to be expected. E. Paul wade all the running, but several less known men .were well to the fore, and showed much improvement. Edgar Paul. J Larder, W. Appleby., and J. Palmer packed Lai-dear. nd finished in a bunch behind their captain. with Messrs. F. Roberts. S. A. Bevp n. and Thomas close Up. W. Appleby especially is improving out of all recognition, and many fancy him for international honours this year. Saturday s run at Abertillery took the form of an inter-town race between teams selected by Messrs. J. Coombs and J. Doyle. Two fairly even sides were selected, and some keen racing was witnessed. J. Coombs ran well. and finiched- well ahead of the remainder of the field. J. Doyle occupying second place, with S. Clarke, a new member, third. The subsequent positions fell to P. Mason. R P r-, W, Matthews, A. Jukes, and P. Howellfi, Doyle's team winning a well-con- tested match by 14 lxuste to 22. j

FOR ALL CUEISTS. BILLIARDS AND SNOOKEIrS POOL PROBLEMS. BY THE ORIGINATOR. Problem 9. The cue-ball is in hand." although I have placed it on the diagram as lying upon the left corner spot of the D; the object white is placed well along the left top-cushion and about half-a-ball away from it, and very little below the line of the billiard-spot; the red ball is up along the top cushion, almost midway between the corner pockets and nearly touching. How do vou like the look of the balls, and what claes of stroke would you go for if they! came up like this for you when you were playing a game? There are two clear ways of making a scoring stroke, which, of course, is a cannon. One is right and the other is wrong. The chief thing to remem- ber is the way the balls should be left at the end of the stroke so that you can go with a nice easy position for the nekto shot. Solution to Problem 8. Awkward as it may look to the average player who does not include these screws along the cushion into a corner pocket" among his list of favourite strokes, the soltt- tion to Problem 8 is as shown upon the dia- gram herewith. It is a screw at medium pace with right side" on the cue-ball. The screw is used for the purpose of taking the cue-ball to the pocket, and the side (known as poket side") to carry it in there. The ubual fault about this kind of screw stroke is the use of too much force and the object-ball being struck too tuft, so that the cue-ball, instead of running down bv the side of the cushion, is senti The straight lines (-) show the run of the cue-ball, and the dotted line ( -) the path of the red ball as it cjmes off the cushion. off on a balf-pttu-back errand instead of a. square screw one. Don't look at the pocket at all after you have ganged the "strength" required. Just play as though you were trying to cannon up on a second object-ball lying a few inches up I the cushion and on towards the right top pocket, which, of course, is your real objeo- tive. I have noticed so often that the average player can cannon accurately enough upon a second object-ball, but I when you get him to play from the same angle at a pocket he is lost altogether, j' Your first direction is the thing to bear in mind when you have got a cushion and > pocket "si-le" to help you.

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The Soccer Game. CARDIFF SCHOOLS' LEAGUE DIVISION I. GLADSTONE V. MARLBOROUGH-ROAD. At Millard's Field. Cathays. Marlborough- road showed an improvement on last Satur- day's form. when they secured their first point, by registering their. initial victory Play throughont was fairly even, and no scoring was witnessed until the second half. Hippesley showed fine form in the inter- mediate line for Marlborough-road, and con- tributed largely to his side's success. Shortly after the second half had started Williams scored for the visitors, which enabled his side to secure the honours. Final score. Goals. Marlborough-road 1 :I=r; C MLAA3VY-ROAD V. AU.EMSBANK. Albany-road's match with Jtadnor-rtmd being postponed, and their opponent's having a bye. a friendly encounter was arranged between these schools at the Roath Park. Albany-road being in the premier division. it was expected that thye would prove victors. Still, the play was not very exhilarating( and there was but little excite- ment. Albany-road were the first to get the lead. and although their opponents also scored, the latter were mostly the defenders Rowlands (twice) and Phillips were Albany- road's scorers, and Ted Hughes put through I for the second leaguers. Final score: Goals. I Albmy -road H=t..d 1 STACEY-ROAD v* SCVERN-BOAO. I Neither of the above teams have lost &  pfär- fBW geasd?"'a?d ?twa it ?f! I foum that the ftIt:orranged beh'n f them at Boath Park was postponed great I disappointment was caused. DIVISION B. I VETAL-STREET V. PENABTH NATIONAL. I trreat interest wts shown in this match, as both teams were unbeaten. Metal-street played down the hill at the st-art, and soon pressed, but found the defence very strong for a time. At last, however, Pickford scored. Even play followed for a period, during which both sides obtained fruitless corners, the major portion of the pressing being by the visitors, and several good shots were saved by Baker, the home goal-keeper. Penarth then had a strong attempt at goal just as half-time came. The second half started very evenly, and after some even play H. Richards scored. This was quickly followed by another from the foot of A. Blxson. Keeping up the pressure. Penarth then forced a penalty, and E. Richards did the needful. Penarth Final score: Goals. I Penarth GO. I Metal-stree. 1

ABERDARE SCHOOLS' LEAGUE. I Park, 3 goals; Cwmaman, 1 goal. Ynyslwyd, 2 goals; Cwmbach Council, 1. goal. I Cwmbaeb National, 3 goals; Town Council, 1 goal. Cwmdare, 1 goal; St. Fagan's, 1 goal. I

TERRITORIAL JUMPER. I L L. FULLERTON, left wing for Cardiff I Nomads. p!ayed on both wings for St. Aomade, (first b?wtd ] i-n igngts he three  they were in existence. and also at fuB-back. Be was then not seventeen years I of age, and the lightest and youngest player in the O?t division at that time. He is the Welsh Territoi-ial champion long jumper. a,nd represented Wales at the Crystal f aiace tms year. Fullerton was top sci??wi tor Adamsdown United ta?t season, and is a member of the St. Peter's water-polo team I and cricket team. He is very fast, a splen- did kick and safe at any position in the back diTMioB. I L. L. FULLERTON. I PHOTO, DTTRV CARDIFF. I

Skittle Notes. I I By FLOORIKR. I The sensational defeat of Barry Holtons by the Oddfellows in a Cardiff League contest caused quite a sensation in local skittle circles, the victory of the Oddfellows, though having the advantage of their own allev, being anticipated by very few. It is a great feather in the cap of Skipper Porling to gain a twenty pin victory over such a strong side as the champions, and he added further to his reputation as a skittler by returning the highest score of the match, getting 42 for the five roll?. ( NEXT WEEK'S MATCHES AND REFEREES. MONDAY. OCTOBER 31. Cardiff City v. King William IV.-Referee appointed by Splott Conservatives. Plymouth Rocks v. Irish Institute.—Four Elms. Clyde v. Greyhoundw-Central Liberals. Corporation Electricals v. Bute Docks-Five Bells. Barry Holtons (a bye). TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1. Five Bells v. Central Liberals-Cardiff City Four Elms v. Splott Conshvatives-Irish Institute. Cathays Liberals v. Penarth Dock—Clyde. New Park Liberals v. Oddfellows-Buto DoekB. All matches to be played on the first-named club's aU/ey.

C. AND D.R.U. School and Ex-Schoolboys By SPOKES. THE UMON OF WELSH LEAGUES. On Wednesday next the Welsh Union will receive a small deputation from the Union of Leagues to discuss the present financial position of the fourteen leagues in member- ship. A big effort is to be made to revive the JESTYN THOMAS. -I A smart outside Aberavon half. PHOTO, MOODY, ABERAVON*. I PHOTO, MOODY, -,kBERAVON. Neath and District League. At the com- mencement of this eettson three clubs who last season competed in the league were allowed to join the Welsh Football Union. Others fell through owing to the Eight Hours Act. and hence the league was allowed to lapse. Now three Neath clubs have applied to join the Swansea League, but with the hope of re-organising Neath the applications have been refused. The Union of Leagues will hold a public meeting at Neath under the presidency of Mr. R. Buckland (Swan- sea). and it is hoped the all blacks will render all the help they can. The league club championship suggested in this column has met with the approval of the Union, and "Spokes" has been requested I to prepare a scheme in order that it may be put into force at the next meeting. It is the intention to endeavour to arrange details, so that there may be a connection between the competition and the expected Welsh National League. Details will appear later. NEWPORT AND DISTRICT LEAGUE. I Aine duos are in membership with the newly re-started league. As the area extends j for a radius of twelve miles around Newport, V some of the clubs are as far afield as Crum- lin and Newbridge. The Union of Leagues feel that such a big radius will lead to overlapping with the I Monmouthshire Valleys League, but this season the controlling body will not inter- fere in the n atter, as the Newport League will conduct their competition on the knock- out principle, and this will afford the clubs I in the valleys the opportunity of also play- ing league matches in connection with the Valleys League. The Newport Athletic Club has promised 'I to provide the competition winners with medals. A complaint reaches me from Uskside con- cerning playing pitches. A well-informed correspondent states that there are eleven open playing pitches in the parks belonging to the town, but that of these eight are allowed for Soccer games and three for Rugger. LLANELLY AND DISTRICT LEAGUE. I Clubs are reminded that now the challenge cup is. up for competition scoring points- goals, tries, &c.-baye an important bearing on the league ta,ble. Orientals are going great guns. They have not had their line crossed yet. Including triendlies, they have played four games, won I all; and -notched 80 points. MONMOUTHSHIRE LEAGUE. I AitSMtgh JeAgue games ha?& only jopt ?ot Mto  Ql the doen in the competitKtaTpnLHMTierp (m 1. m games played) are the only 3ide who have not lost a league point. With each club having to play 22 league matches, the competition should be exciting all the way through, more so as there are. apparently, several teams of very equal merit. MONMOUTHSHIRE VALLEYS LEAGUE I TtWUBLE. Efforts to revive interest in tnis league have not yet been altogether successful. Clubs inform me that the league has not in the past kept faith with the clubs, for sets of medals are still owing to organisations who have won their competitions. This fault is due, of course, to lack of finances, I but I quite agree that if medals are promised to winners every effort should be made to secure them. A strong aepfal is being made to the Welsh Football Union in the matter to help the league to provide the medals for past winners. For the future the I Union of Welsh Leagues have given a guarantee that they will see that the medals are presented at the end of each season. This should give confidence to those clubs who have expressed doubt. The fault of the league's inability to provide medals I shou,ldS like to emphasise is not due to any laxity on the part of the league's officials. I SUSPENSION OF PLAYERS. -1 Under the new rule all players ordered on in matches under the auspices of leagues affilated to the Union of Leagues are reported not to their leagues but to the Junior Union. This rule came into opera- tion at this month's meeting for the first time, and the following suspensions were ordered:-David Matthews, of Mynyddbach (Swansea), reported by Mr. A. Davies for alleged misconduct on the field. suspended until end of January; Thomas Lewis, of Treorcby Old Boys, for alleged striking of a Penygrate Reserve player, one month; Ben Hollingdale, of Waunartwydd. for alleged exces sive zeal in the Mansel match, one month: Thomas Lewis. of Canton Institute. for alleged strong language in the Sen- ghenydd match, suspended for two months; I D. Hyndham. for alleged kicking an opponent in the GDrseinon v. Loughor match, 0- pg end. for two months, whilst for alleged I interference with the referee (Mr. J. Luton Jones) in the same match an official named Gerald Massey was ordered not to participate in club management or to play until January 1st; Williams, of Treforest, and Davies. of Ynysbwl, were reported by Mr. A. j Potter for alleged fighting on the field-sus- pended until end of December. I These sentences will be forwarded on to the Welsh Football Union for confirmation. As players cannot play after being ordered I off until their cases are dealt with, all above suspensions date from date of offence. The Rbymney Valley League has waived all opposition to Caerphilly joining the Pontypridd League. Geographically, of course, Cheesetown belongs to the Rhymney Valley, but it is far easier for Caerphilly to travel towards Pontypridd than in their own valley. C. AND D. R. u. Canton and Wanderers tie for the position of champions of the senior league. It is sug- gested that the rivals meet to decide the matter about Christmas-time. It will be a case of old friends meeting! Boxburghs did not relish tkeir game with Penarth Reserves. The Rox players like good sport, but they prefer to keep Rugby. and the Marquess of Queensberry rules entirely separate. -MV. C. R. Stephens, the indefatigable secre- tary of the DeTVishei3, is now a full-blown Welsh Poothall Union referee. He per- formed excellently in his first Union engage ment. We knew he would, for he has been in the past one of our best local whistlers. His only fault is that he does not referee often enough. Bis forwards in the district clubs are very scaroe just now. Old Monks have a few, I hear, and are willing to spare anything required to Cardiff Reserves. There are plenty of full-backs, threes, and halves showing promise among the locals, and the I supply will be more than equal to the demand for a few seasons, as far as the Car- diff club is concerned. As Card:iff Fruiterers disbanded so early I in the season, league points will he in the soa,80u, p credited to teams for fixtures with them. j The following transfers are allowedE. Thomas. Taff'3 Well to Pentyrch; T. Bonnett, Grange to Canton; J. Farino. Centrals to I' Canton; H. Rees. Canton to Barbarians; A. Coles. St. Peter's to Grange: M. Morgan, Macks to Wanderera; and J. Long, Cardiff Wanderers to Macks. St. Saviour's have changed their title. Henceforth they will be known as Cardiff Wanderers. Romilly's trouble is over. A few weeks ago it was feared that the famous cup-winners would cease to exist, but T am delighted to announce that Bill Morrish. with singular unselfishness, has consented to again act an I skipper. A. is well known. Mbrr?h is a ?rta-t Half, an d. hM been offered ba piMe in Cardiff j Reserves. Naturally, he would like to wear the blue and black jersey, but to save his club he has put. for the present, hie ambition aside. The game between Nomads and Lutons was a magnificent one, so Referee T. Smith tells me. it was fast, and a splendid sport- ing spirit prevailed among players. This is i doubly praiseworthy when it is known that the referee has had to complain of the con- duct of hooligans on the touch line. These were unconnected with either club. It would be well if the parks' committee taught these undesirables tnat they must behave them- selves in Roath Park. Another complaint of disgraceful conduct by a few spectators reaches me. They inter- fered considerably with the Splott Crusaders and Grange Juniors game. By the way, the Crusaders have lodged a protest against W. Evans and F. Taylor playing—alleging that they are unregistered, and tnat Collins and Dunscombe are over age. The transfers of P. Mansfield and W. Wil- liams to Cardiff Welsh from the 'Quins have been sanctioned for friendly games only. The Union thinks that these players are I quite capable of playing in the senior competition, and thus it would be unfair to other second teams to allow the Welsh to have their services. Clubs will be pleased to know t-hat they will be able to receive their grants from the Cardiff Football Club at Tuesday's meeting of the Union committee. One official and no more from each club. Clubs who have not done so will be required on the same occa- sion to pay their affiliation subscription at eight p.m. sharp. The trouble between the Centrals and Taff's Well was undoubtedly the outcome of inefficient refereeing. It should result in clubs applying for official Union referees, even for friendly matches. After all, 1 sympathise with both clubs in the matter. Ry the way, Central's suspension is for home matches (Sophia Gardens) only. Passing in the Nomad v. Luton match was of a high order. FuHerton. Plenty, J. .bdward. and 'iangie helped ma.tenaUy to gain a great victory. It is asserted by the winners that the referee changea his I decision after he had awarded a try. I PONTYPRIDO RUGBY. I Pontypridd Reserves returned from Llan- trisant witn two notches, through France gaining the only try of the game. The gate was large. Ynysbyl, at Caerphilly, again drew. This is the Bulls third draw out of four matches. Better form is required to gain the cham- pionship, inysybwl. Ditto to CaerpniHy. Cilfynydd Harlequins made a draw with Trebanog. Pontypridd Y.M.C.A. will make a very smart combination with a little practice. Treforest and Rhydfeian nave lately been "resting." liurry up with tne matches, lads. TO OLD BOYS OF ABEROARE AND I MEKTHYH. I Those interested in the formation of an old Boys' League in the Aberdare and Mer- thyr districts are requested to communicate with Mr. A. Potter. Cilfynydd. There is a prospect of a strong league being formed. ABERAVON-PORT TALBOT LEAGUE. The league intend asking the Welsh Foot- ball Union to appoint a committee to I examine league referees. Candidates should write to the league hon. sec., Mr. E. J. Parry. The Aberavon League are looking forward to play Cardiff in the inter-league champion- ship which was left undecided last season. It is hoped Cardiff will consent to play at I Aberavon, for such a match would do Rugby much good. RHYMNEY YALLE;-EAGUL I The majority of the second division ciups showed a very narrow, selfish spirit in refusing admission to Deri and Troedrhiw- gwair. Rugby in both districts wants a help- ing hand, and, i sincerely trust that the reso- lution of refusal will be rescinded at the next meeting. The league clubs cannot hope for the support of the Welsh Football Union if they cripple Rugby in this style. Fochriw met with their first defeat last Saturday. The victors were the much lighter Bargoed lads. The Fochriw forwards had weight, but they did not heel as they ought to have. Beaufort Reserves made their longest journey-to Llanbradach. It was a good, keen game. For Llanbradach it was the first league test. Archie Edwards was the means of the home team gaining the league points. I He dropped a nice goal. Argoed have become affiliated to the first league. They visited Abercarn Reserves and were beaten by 3 tries. Argoed's combina- tion is not yet perfect. The team will improve, so there-should be no discourage- ment of this reverse'ill a friendly game. RHO NO DA DISTRICT OLD BOYS' LEAGUF-. I Dinae defeated Coeapenmaen Dy a try to nil after a good game. Buck up, Coedy, you are getting behind. Congratulations to Messrs. Wm. Watts, Wm. Thomas. Wilkins, Gardener, Bolton, and Potter on passing the Welsh Football Union examination for referees. Treberbert E,-Schoolbovs are applying for membership at the next meeting. They were the champions last season. KELP WANTED! Efforts are being made to revive interest in the carrying code at Tindu. The club was once a famous one. and will again be so if a little help is rendered. The club wants a home match on December 17. and will give a | leturn on Boxing Day—Cardiff preferred. Mr. C. Hurley, Tondu, is the secretary I BRIDGEND AND DISTRICT LEAGUE. Mr. T. D. Schofield managed the league meeting in admirable style. A huge agenda was got through rapidly.. Satisfaction was felt at the explallation T. P. 8. gave of the fenooed-affair,. details of which appeared in this journal. It appears that Bridgend s action was an overs) ghtr-one league club will g-et a match with the Bridgend club this season, and in future league clubs will be eivei the preference. Rusby will not be dusted from Tondn. The committee of the club are working like Trojans, and their appeal for subscriptions ha.s met with far greater success than antici- pated. Special mention must he made of the work of Secretary C. Hurley, Treasurer Tom Williams (good old sport). Captain Nott, and that well-known referee. Mr. Harry Thomas, the chairman. The meeting of Gilfach Goch and Tondu provided many exciting incidents. Although the Tondu boys set up a good fight, the Wasps deserved their two tries win. Forwards D. Hott, Jack Bees (a great find), D. Davies, and Mick Kinsella were great. Hawkins was very selfish at half, and starved clever Dai Hopkins. The threes were weak. Oh, for the o!d quartette: It was pleasing to see Skipper ■Sid Jones playing aftor his accident. Dick White, Dai Shop, and Shoni Shones were brilliant threes. Of a fine pack none did oetter than Phil Morgan, Father Evans, Bob Morgan, and D. Sam Jones. The 9st. cham- pion contributed the most exciting run of the match. The meeting of the champions, St. Mary's, ot Aberavon, and Bridgend Stars ended in tne Stars winning by a try. The saints did not behave saintly when beaten. They should (The btars ay) change their title to sinners. The stars played finely, and evidently the change of name has brought change of luck. Who changed the name, Why, Dai "Faffles," of coarse. Another great contest was witnessed at Bryncethin, where the "Infants" of Blaen- garw suffered defeat by nine to three points. The contents of the feeding bottle was not up to the usual standard. Perhaps it's reserved for the more important league games. Here again, the defeat was not taken in good spirit. Let me remind you, boys, the Junior Union are hot suspenders. Pontycymmer are showing an excellent example of a true sppiting spirit. Their action in deciding when the official referee did >.ot appear at Gilfach Goch to play a :eague match with George Evans, a oom- mitteeman of the home club, as whistler showed their good qualities. Again, on Saturday last they went to Maesteg to play a league match onfulfilled last season. They were beaten by sis points. The continued absence through injury of their popular cap- tain is a handicap, but Deputy E. J. Will Powell is leading the side well. RHONDDA VALLEY SENIORS. I The following players have been "capped" I by the league for the benefit match with Treorky on November 12 :-W,. Jones (Tre- orky Reserves), idris Lewis (Trebanog), J. Lewis (Treherbert). Alf Hopkins (Treorky Reserves), and B. Payne (Maerdy); Watts and Davies (Treorky), T Gibbon and E. Howells (Trebanogi. B. Spear ^Maerdy\ J. Davies (Penyrenglvn), R. Meredith (Treorky), W. Thoma.s (Tonvrefail). A. Pinkham (Peny- •»rai«), an 1 Culverhouse (Treherbert). Clubs wi-hizig to join the league must apply at o ice. rite next league meeting will be on November 28. The league time table for starting games "or the first, two weeks next month will be 4 15. after then four p.m It has neen decided that the Tonyrefail 'hnd Treorkv Reserves match must be re- played at Trebanog on Monday. December 5. Each •club will get a third of the gate, and the ieague the other third. The league has appointed neutral touch judges—Messrs. R. Lewis (Penygrais) and D. Breeze (Trebanog). Mr. J. Austin will referee. The registration of players ends on December 31. Trebanog, the undefeated, visited Pencoed, and easily vanquished the home men by three goals, two tries to nil. Hot stuff, Bancs boys ft was Derby Day at Treherbert on Mon- day, when Periyrenglyn met there old rivals, Treorky Reserves, t was a ding-dong game, I hut "Peny" were beaten fore and aft. Chap- man (two) ,Meredith, and Hopkins were the tA'Y-gtteI'S. LYOt1, converted two tries. Pfenyrenglyn accepted their defeat like" the true sports they are. ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS. I "Cape" (Abergwynif).—Twice. Alpha (Bargued).-Mr. W. A. Brown. Mar- gam, Port Talbot, will give you full informa- tion if you write to him. W. W." (Pontypridd).—Sorry, but it is impossible to state whether it was a try from the facts you give. Write fuller, and I will endeavour to answer. W. Jones (Cardiff).—A. M. Ricketts was cap- tain of the Reserves for two seasons—1897-8, 1898-9.

Aberavon. A disheartening factor in the game with Swansea was that Swansea could get the ball easily in the scrimmages. Swansea's superior play in the second half fully merited a victory. But on the run of the play they were no more than two tries better.

B LA IN A. On the day's play Blaina might well feel ¡ satisfied '\Íth dividing the league points with their old rivals, Brynmawr, who forced a pointless draw.. There is no-doubt that a mistaken policy accounted for the result. Had Blaina made no change in the construction of the back division a. better game would have resulted. The placing of Hillier at outside-half proved to be a serious error, and seeing that Gore I and Herridge had done so well there appeared to l>e little reason for the change. As individuals, the backs did well, but there was absolutely no combination.

BEDWAS. I Bedwas entertained Cardiff Wanderers on Saturday, and proved the better side by six points to nil.. it was. however a poor dis- play by the home side, after the grand game of tne previous Saturday at Whitchurch. The threes did not seem to handle so well, the centres being too selfish for their speedy wings. A little more cross-kicking is required to enable the wings to use their speed. A few shirkers were noticed in the pack. and unless they all do their work. their recora. which is intact at present, will soon go. Rosser, at inside half, improves every match, and with "old 'un" will take a lot of beating. Owing to indisposition. W. King will be absent from the team for a few weeks, and a trial is being given to Horace Davies. the Old Pike Inn, who assisted the London Welsh I Reserves last season. The concert on Monday next shows signs of being a great success.

ONE OF THE OLD FIRM." I TOM SHEPPARD. Mountain Ash and Glamor- gan County.—Genial and popular. A mag- nificent forward, good scrimmager, good in the open, and always in the pink of condi- tion. He will make a bold bid for a place in the Welsh fifteen. «——imm TOM SHEPPARD. I

CRUMLIN. I Crumlin entertained Machen last Saturday I in the return game. The homesters, although fully represented, gave a most disappointing display, and were eventually beaten by 13 points to 3. The only score registered by the homesters was a tine penalty goal by Bishop. Urowther played very well at back, and made splendid use of the touch line. The three- quarters were below form, the pick being the brothers Edwards. What a different display Crumlin gave on Monday against Pill Harriers in a league game! They turned out practically the same team as against Machen, the only change being Burgwin for Bishop. Pill brought up their full team, and after a hard game only managed to win by 5 points to nil. The score was registered by Sullivan after a beautiful run. Haley converting. The homesters lost their clever forward, George White, before half-time, owing to an injured shoulder, and Capel Thomas was off for some time in the second half.

SCHOOL FOOTBALL To-day's Rugby Matches Cardiff Schools' Union I ST. P4ETERIS V. COURT-ROAD.i The first division league match at the Sophia Gardens between Court-road and St. Peter's produced one of the finest schoolboy games seen on the Gardens. The passing of the Courts was a real treat to witness. But for a little recklessness when near the line they should have won by more than five tries. St. Peter's are a young side, and the majority of them are eligible for next season. They require a little coaching in the art of following up. Dando, who was making his first appear- ance for Court-road, opened the scoring after a couple of minutes 'play. Hobbs, who performed creditably at the base of the scrum, scored Court's second try after a nice round- of passing. The home team con- tinued to have all the play, and before half- time Simmonds scored the third try, after a fine run, in which he beat half a dozen opponents Play at the commencement of the second half was more even, Howe doing good work for St. Peter's. Then Hobbs scored a fourth try for the Saltmead lads, after a really fine bout of passing Just before t time was called Court-road took the ball the whole length of the field, and Hadyn scored, rne kicks were difficult, and failed. Final score: G. T. P'ta. I Court-road 0 5 15 St. Peter's 0 0 0 ST. DAVID'S V CRWYS-ROAD. The unbeaten St. David's School added another victory to their list at Roath Park. I In the scrimmage Crwys were badly beaten, and it was rather surprising that with so many chances the Saints only ran up for them a moderate score. Parsons, of Crwys. was one of the best lads on the field. and his determined tackling ended several attacks. Tom Donovan opened the scoring with a try. which Corsi converted. Before the interval Hurley, the clever inside-half scored. In the second half St. David's were con- tinually attacking, but the only score was a fine try by Jim Harris. The lad gave the "dummy" beautifuly, and ran right through his opponents. Final score: G. T. P ts. St. David's. 1 2 11 Crwys-road .I. 0 0 0 TREDECARVILLE v. ROATH PARK. These schools met at Roath Park. The home boys tackled finely, and were oftener on the attack in the first half, but lacked scoring ability. Hall dropped a fine goal at the com- mencement of the game for Tredegarvilte. Matters were very even in the second half until the last five minutes, when Roath Park fell away, and allowed Bailey and Kinman to Peore unconverted tries. Gunn and Chivere played finely in the forward line for Park, and Coleman, oil the wing, was brilliant. Final score: G. T. P t». Tredegarville 1 2 10 Roath Park 1. 0 0 0 ST. MONICA'S v. ST. JOHN'S At the Sophia Gardens these teams engaged in a second division league match. St. John's were over-weighted by their opponents, but played pluckily in the first half. and only allowed their opponents to score once, Lang being the scorer. On resuming, St. Monica's kept up an incessant attack, and scored through Whit- more and Parfitt (Z). All the scores were gained by means of forward play, and the game was rather a poor one to watch. Final score: G. T. P'ts. St. Monica's 0 4 12 St? John'e 0 0 0