The Rhondda Leader

TOURISTS AND INDUSTRY. City that Aims at Publicity. I Most Canadian towns and cities luive theit I own publicity and advertising departments. The City of Calgary has just hit upon a scheme by which it is huped to get more publicity with profit combined, than if half the revenue of the city were spent in advertising. Those who are in a position to estimate with a fair degree of accuracy assert that at least 200,000 persons will travel on the C.P. n. through Canada next year fit route for the Panama Exposition, and there is no reason in the world why 100,000 or more of these travellers should not stop over in Calgary for a day or two. In the course of the next week or so a num- ber of the leading business men of the com- munity are to meet for the purpose of con- sidering the advisability of bringing into existence a tourist and convention bureau. The whole scheme is based on the fact that with the opening of the magnificent new C.P.R. hotel, the railway company is to issue tickets which will provide for a stop-over in Calgary. These tickets are to be issued all the year round-not merely during the summer season —for it is the avowed intention of the C. P. R. company to transform Banff into a winter as well as a summer resort by the introduction of toboggan slides, skiing, and other winter sports common to Norway, Switzerland and other countries in Europe. However, so far as Calgary is concerned it will not be the hotel-keepers and storekeepers who alone will profit as the result of travellers stopping for a day or. two. On the contrary the community as a whole will be the gainer. Commissioner Miller points out that almost daily leaders of industry and finance are pass- ing through the city, and in future when such men have an opportunity to inspect the city it ought to mean the giving of an enormous im- petus to the industrial life of the community.

BIG DEVELOPMENTS. A Future of Much Promise. Of all our Colonies and Dominions it is hardly necessary to say that Canada offers the greatest opportunities for the emigrant with small means or even of no means at all. For the capitalist and investor also the Dominion has many opportunities to offer. It would seem as if Montreal, if reports be true, is again becoming a land of promise. The districts rapidly coming to the front are those contiguous to the congested business districts and separated only by the St. Law- rence River, some two miles in width, already connected by the Victoria Jubilee Bridge, and with another bridge and tunnel in prospect. As Brooklyn and Jersey City came into being due to congestion of the original city near the water, and became the homes of millions, so will the South Shore, now known under the names of St. Lambert, Montreal South, Lon- gueuil, and Greenfield Park, become the Brooklyn and Jersey City of Montreal. Land is being taken up by British, French and German capitalists. These and their ad- visers are realising the geographical similari- ties of New York and Montreal and are profiting accordingly. The various manufacturing concerns who are locating there; the extent of railroad de- velopment on that side of the river the cer- tainty that increased means of transportation will soon be provided the activity of the builder-these should be proof positive of the future which awaits the district, and none but the most pessimistic could be otherwise than amazed at the opportunities.

EARNING ^51,340,540. I 29,364 Miles of Steel. I Some interesting facts about Canadian rait. ways and the statistics in connection with them are contained in the annual report of John Lambert Payne, comptroller of railway statistics, tabled in the House by Hon. Frank Cochrane. During the year ended June 30th last, oper- ation mileage increased by 2,576 miles, bringing 0 the total up to 29,304 miles. Ontario leads with 9,000 miles, Saskatchewan is second with 4,651, Manitoba third with 3,993 and Quebec fourth with 3,986. At the end of the year 18,647 miles were under construction. Gross earnings for 1913 aggregated $256,702,703 as compared with $219,403,753 in 1912, an increase of 17 per cent. The increment of $37,298,951 was consider- ably the highest of any year. In addition, §24,588,410 was earned by Canadian railways in 1913 from outside operations, making a final total of $281,291,113. Passenger earnings were$74,431,994 and freight $177,089,373. Operating expenses aggregated $182,011,690 in 1913, as against $150,726,540 in 1912. Railway equipment in- cludes 3,119 locomotives, 5,696 passenger cars and 182,221 freight cars. The number of employees increased by 22,751 in 1913, bringing the total up to 178,652. Salaries and wages amounted to ell5,749,895, as compared with$87,299,639 in 1912.

Rhondda Pastor's Call to I Cardiff Church. The Rer. Joseph Evans. who for nine years has held the pastorate of Zoar Church, Pontygwaitii, has accepted a call M Mount Stuart Welsh Congregational Church, Cardiff. Mr. Evans formerly beld a pastorate in the Swansea Valley, I end during his stay in the Rhondda has been prominently associated with temper- ance work. For seven years he has acted as secretary to the Rhondda Temperance Defence League, and he took the initia- tive in the formation of the Rhondda Sab- bath Observance League. Ho is secre- tary of thQ Tylorstown Free Church Council and a member of the East Gla- itiorgaa FrM Churok Federation.

Der^.™a>! Depos!? ?? b!.o??day T nil NAD A f Sail Earliest Date! 0 MJ /I. r 'i-saaunp-v i^p ,_lli Third Class from ?6-5-0. (OCEAN Wi FARES—Second Class from £ 10 Third Class from £ 6-5- 0 Fa m ) La bourers and Domestic Servants required in Ontario,: Manitoba, and Saskatchewan; Assisted Passages arranged. ft"-■' Fortnightly Parties now forming reliable Conductor with each party Domestics accompanied to destination. Apply to EVANS" a SHORT, TONYPftNDY THE EMIGRATION AGENTS, who £ are £ specially favoured with lists of the Few Vacant BevtllS in the followirg Steemsh'ps Pr- Special Cheap Rail Fares from TONYPANDY SHALL WE BOOK YOU 0. TO ANY STATION IN THE WORLD. To prevent disappointment, pay now a small Deposit to EVANS & SHORT, to secure your passage. "Iou will save money by booking with them. Call for Printed Free Lists of Sailings and Fares. No better terms given at the Head Offices sM+kk; i Hi White Star—Dominion. ?¡ White Star-Dominion. FROM LIVERPOOL. MEGANTIO (14,878), to Halifax and Port- land, Feb. 28. CANADA (10,000), to Halifax and Port- i land, March 7. ARABIC (15,801), to Portland and Boston, March 11. TEUTONIC (10,000), to Halifax and Port- land, March 21. CYMRIC (13,370), to Portland and Boston, March 24. MEGANTIO (14,878), to Halifax and Port- land, March 28. CANADA (10,000), to Halifax and Port- land, April 4. ARABIC (15,801), to Portland and Boston, April 7. CYMRIC (13,370), to Portland and Boston, April 21. TEUTONIC (10,000), to Quebec and Mon- treal, April 18. MEGANTIO (14,878), to Quefcae and Mon- treal, April 25. Canadian Northern Royal Line. FROM BRISTOL. ROYAL GEORGE (12,000), to St. John, Feb. 25. ROYAL EDWARD (12,000), to 8t. John, March 11. ROYAL GEORGE (12,000), to St. John, March 25. ROYAL EDWARD (12,000), to St. John, April 8. ROYAL GEORGE (12,000), to Quebec and Montreal, April 22. ROYAL EDWARD (12,000), tq Quebec and Montreal, May 6. ROYAL GEORGE (12,000), to Quebec and Montreal, May 20. ROYAL EDWARD (12,000), to Quebec, and Montreal, June 3. Canadian Pacific Line. FROM LIVERPOOL. EMPRESS OF IRELAND (14,500), to Halifax, Feb. 21. LAKE MANITOBA (10,000), to St. John, Feb. 27. EMPRESS OF BRITAIN (14,500), to Halifax, March 7. TYROLIA (12,500), to St. John, Mar. 19. EMPRESS OF IRELAND (14,500), to Halifax, March 21. LAKE MANITOBA (10,000), to St. John, April 2. EMPRESS OF BRITAIN (14,500), to Halifax, April 4. RUTHENIA (12,500), to Quebes and Montreal, April 16. -?? -?-?- Allan Line. FROM LIVERPOOL. VIRGINIAN (12,000), to St. John, Feb. 18 CALGARIAN (18,000), to Halifax, Feb. 28 VICTORIAN (12,000), to St. John, Mar. 4 ALSATIAN (18,000), to Halifax, Mar. 14 VIRGINIAN (12,000), to St. John, Mar. 18 CALGARIAN (18,000), to Halifax, Mar. 28 VICTORIAN (12.000), to St. John, Apr. 1 ALSATIAN (18,000), to Halifax, Apr. 11 VIRGINIAN (12,000), to St, John, Apr. 15 Cunard Line. FROM LIVERPOOL. I ANDANIA (13,400), to Halifax, Feb. 17. LACONIA (18,200), to Portland, Mar. 3. CARMANIA (20,000), to Portland, Mar. 17 FRANOONIA (18,200), to Portland, Mar 31 LACONIA (18,000), to Portland, Apr. 7. CARMANIA (20,000), to Portland, Apr. 21 FROM SOUTHAMPTON. ASCANIA (10,000), to Halifax and Port- land, Feb. 26. ALAUNIA (13,300), to Halifax and Port- land, March 5. ANSONIA (8,000), to Halifax and Port- land, March 19. ALAUNIA (13.300), to Halifax and Port- land, March 26. ASCANIA (10,000), to Halifax and Port- land, April 2. ANDANIA (8,000), to Halifax and Port- land, April 9. ANSONIA (8,000), to Quebec and Mon- treal, April 23. ALAUNIA (13,300), to Quebec and Mon- treal, April 30. -_?- -?-?. Book Now for AUSTRALIA and UNITED B IVILWJES.

.Ystrad Rhortcfda. The funeral of Miss Margaret Llewellyn, Brynhyfryd, took place on Saturday, the 14th inst., at Nebo (W.B.) Burial-ground. Deceased, who was the sister of Mr. Obi Llewellyn (late manager of the Rhondda Gas Works), passed away on Tuesday, the 10th inst., at the age of 56. The Rev. W. E. Davies, Calfaria (W.B.) Church, Clydach Vale, officiated, assisted by the Rev. T. Tissington, Cwmparc. The mourners included:—Mr. Evan Llewellyn, superintendent rate collector, Mr. Morgan Llewellyn, and Mr. Obadiah Llewellyn, Brynhyfryd (brothers) Miss Gertrude Llewellyn, Brynhyfryd (niece) Coun- cillor William Thomas, M.E., and Mrs. Thomas. Nantyglo (brother-in-law and sister); Mr. and Mrs. Levi Morgan, Wil- liam Street (cousins); Mr. Walter M. Llewellyn, Nantyglo (nephew); Mrs. Dd. Lloyd, Pentre (niece); Miss May Thomas, Nantyglo (niece); Nurse Hughes, Car- diff Mrs. Thomas, Maesteg (cousin); Mrs. Morgan, Resolven (cousin); Mrs. Davies (cousin). Among the members of the general public present were Mr. Thos. James, Penybank; Mr. U. R. Edwards, headmaster Bodringallt Schools; Coun- cillor Thos. Thomas. Mr. A. Cule, Mr. W. B. Mason, Gelli; Mr. Wm. Llewellyn, Mr. Edmund Thomas, Porth; Mr. John Rees, Mr. and Mrs. Morris, late Swan Hotel, Penygraig; Mr. Danl. Llewellyn, Penygraig; Mr. W. D. Jones, Treher- bert. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs. H. Howells and Sons, undertakers.

MARY, stop using that strong-smelling -M- Furniture Paste and Floor Polish, and try Bagley's "Y Goreu," which does not finger-mark or destroy the new ap- pearance or natural colour of the furni- ture. Tins and Polish made in Wales, so support Al-eisli industries. 2190

Pentre Technical Classes Social. ) A Huge Success. The seeond annual social was held at the Pentre Secondary School on Friday evening last, and was a great success, over 170 students, with their friends, being present. In the entertainment, Misses Elsie Harris, Sybil Holmes, and Gertie Jones took part, and their items were much appreciated. A new feature was introduced in a really excellent gymnastic display on the horizontal bar by a select team of students from Mr. W. A. Morris' Gymnastic Class. The smart appearance 'of the men, and the strength and skill with which they grace- fully performed their difficult feats. delighted the spectators, as was evident from the loud and continued applause. After the entertainment came the re- freshments. followed by a whist drive and dance, which were thoroughly enjoyed by all present. Mr. D. J. Howells- was the pianist, while the duties of M.C. were most efficiently performed by Mr. George Thomas. All the arrangements for the I social were in the hands of -Nft- .W. A. Morris, the organising master of the I Pentre Secondary Technical Clashes, and to his excellent management the success of the evening is largely due.

I Mid-Rhondda Free Church Council. The monthly meeting of the above Council was held at Bethania (C.M.) Vestry, Llwynypia, on Friday evening. the 20th inst., the president, Mr. D. S. Thomas, being in the chair. The annual election of officers took place, the Rev. J. E. Dennis (Bethel) being elected president for the ensuing year, and Mr. John Pritchard (Bethania) vice-president. The treasurer and secre- tary, Messrs. D. M. Williams and Blanchard Evans, were re-elected. Execu- tive Committee: ,-Revs. E. Illtyd Jones (Trinity), M. H. Ellis (Seion). John Morgan (Bethania), James Nicholas (Moriah), and T. Idwal Jones (Caer- saleni), Messrs. Thomas Jones (Caer- salem), Tudur Williams (Penuel), John Phillips (Ebenezer), Albany McGregor (Llwynypia Primitives), and Ezra Jones (Trinity). The following were elected to represent the Council at the Federation meetings: -Messi-s. Jas. Evans (Carmel), D. S. Thomas (Bethlehem), and Frank Phillips (Bethel). Rev. John Morgan (Bethania), and Miss Mabel Bevan (Bethany). Messrs. James Evans (Carmel) and W. 1. Williams (J erusalem) were ap- pointed auditors. A hearty vote of thanks to the retiring president, Mr. D. S. Thomas, was pro- posed by the Rev. M. H. Ellis, seconded by the Rev. J. E. Dennis, was carried with applause. The Rev. J. E. Dennis, Mr. John I Pritchanl, and the secretary were ap- pointed to represent the Council at the Rev. T. H. Morgan's (Penuel) forewell meeting. A notice of motion was brought in to divide the Council into Welsh and Eng- 1 lish sections. The matter rc holding the meetings at different chapels in rotation was ad- journed. It was unanimously decided that an- other meeting be held on Friday evening, the 27th inst., to discuss the forthcoming District Council elections, to determine what part the Council will take in same, and to ascertain the views of the Council upon the different- questions which affect the area covered by the Council.

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I Electric Safety Lamp. I Young Welshman's Invention. I An electric safety lamp for use under- I ground, which has been invented by Mr. T. C. Rutter, a young mechanic at Tre- forest. is attracting considerable notice. It has been submitted to several mining engineers in the Rhondda. all of whom arc favourably impressed with its utility, and it is now undergoing the Home Office tests. The lamp and battery only weigh 41b.. and it can be charged in about four I and a. half hours. The officials of two of the largest undertakings in the Rhondda are prepared to try the lamp in general use as toon as it is on the Home Office list.

I South Wales Markets. I [From A. Mitchelson & Co. Stock- brokers, Cardiff and Swansea.] The tone of local markets is somewhat dull, and the volume of business is on a reduced scale. Quotations, however, are well maintained, and when the Settle- ment is out of the way, it is possible that markets may brighten up again. Rails are neglected, with the exception, remaps, of the Preferred Ordinary Stocks. These are in demand on the part of in- vestors. Port Talbots are changing hands round 18J-, and the price still carries the dividend of 9s. per share. Brecon Prefs. have improved, but Alexandra" A and B" are dull. Vale of Glamorgan has been done at 881 and 89, and the market is still unsupplied. Banks, Gas and Water are dull, but Breweries are still lin good demand. Rhondda Valley Prefs. have improved to 8-81, and Lloyd and Yorath Prefs. have been done at 8g. Coal and Iron shares are somewhat ir- regular. The annual reports just being issued are on the whole quite satisfac- tory in fact, in some cases results have been exceedingly good. Albion Ordinary shares have changed hands to a fair ex- tent at Consolidated Cambrians are dull at 19s. Gd.—20s. 6d., share- holders generally being disappointed with the report. It must be pointed out, how- ever, that the amount carried to the credit of this Company's account only represents the dividend on the shares held by them in the various concerns, and not the total profits earned. This Company is what is known as a holding Company, i.e., it holds the controlling interest in the four concerns. This arrangement is somewhat new to shareholders in this dis- trict, hence perhaps tne confusion. D. Davis and Sons are firm, and Ebbw Vales have still further improved to 19s.-19s. 6d. Great Westerns are rather offered, the very substantial rise having brought in a little selling. Internationals are a dull spot at 4-2—o, but Lamberts are wanted at 19s. 9d. Mains are weak, having dropped 58. to 8i, but these have been sellers for some considera ble time past. Nantyglo and Blaina Prefs. are in demand, and Newport Abercarns are also firm. The Pro-Preference shares have improved to 22s.-23s., aond the Seven- per-Cent. Prefs. to 19s. 9d.—20s. 3d. Norths have changed hands at 6f, and are rather offered at this. Powell Duffryns arc a shade lower. The market in these shares, too, has been a dull one for some time past, and the quotation for the Ordinary shares has fallen to 50s.—51s. Rhymney Irons are firm, there being a good demand for these since the sanction of the Court was obtained for the split- ting scheme. Tredegars are dull, and both "Windsor Ordinary and Ten-per-Cent. Preference are lower. A transaction has taken place in the latter at 111. Ocean Coal and Wilsons Ordinary shares, after rising to 13>—14, fell away on a little forced selling, hut have since recovered to 13-1,—13.}. United Nationals have been offered, and have fallen to' 52s.—53s. In Dock and Shipping, Dry Dock shares are. good. Mount Stuart Pref. have im- proved to í)1-D, and the Deferred are also wanted. Shipping shares arc dull, with the exception perhaps of Tatems. which arc steady at 27s.—28s. In Miscellaneous, Coliseums are firm spot, business having been done at 411. Spillers and Bakers are a shade harder at 45s.—40s.. and Pryce Jones Prefs. have unproved 5s. to There is a lso a small demand observable for Stranghan and Stephen securities, end Stepneys have I fallen to 21s.—23s.

Our Readers' Views. I PLEASE NOTE. Letters should be as brief as possible, and free from personalities. They should be written on one side of the paper only. No letter will be printed unless the name and address of the sender is enclosed for the Editor's use. These will in no case be published unless the writer so desires. Owing to pressure on the space at our dis- posal, letters must in some cases be held over, and at best only a selection can appear. The writers of letters for which we cannot find room are apologised to. I Sunday Opening of Halls. I To the Editor of the "Rhondda Leader. n Sir,-Will you kindly allow me space to remind the electors of No. 6 1j? ard that one very important plank in the Labour programme was repudiated in the election by the so-called Labour candidates. viz.3 the Sunday opening of public halls for the purposes of industrial enlightenment. Mr. Nicholas openly avowed his intention of standing by the iniquitous resolution passed by our Council on this question, and thus continue the injustice of one class to another. Whilst this pseudo- piety holds sway, the throne of ignorance is indeed exalted. As Labour men we have toiled and toiled in the endeavour to make the church-going public see the- justice of our demand, and the injustice of interfering with the liberty of the sub- ject as to what he shall do on any parti- cular day. We have it on authority that the Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath. Yet our Sabbath is cut and dried for us. If we will not go to chapel, we cannot go elsewhere. We must fit in somehow. I suppose this- is the reason for so many mis-fits. I would appeal with all my heart to all Labour and Socialist friends, fair-minded church-goers, too (and there are many, I know), not to seek to further bolster up this wretched resolution which perverts- the minds of men from equity and jus- tice, but stand firm on the rock of indi- vidual liberty. When this seat was vacant, surely a man could easily have, been found who could represent Labour, not half-heartedly and timorously, but fearlessly! However, it's too late now, and Mr. Nicholas has won the seat. He- has in the past, I admit, done useful and honourable work for the party; but, surely, we could have presented the- electorate a candidate sounder to our principles. Labour men, don't wobble! For future elections make this question a live one. Get your representative to do what you wish him to do. Remember,. Mr. Nicholas is a minister—Sunday observ- ance meant a lot to him. It also means- a great deal to us.—Yours truly. ANXIOUS.

Clydach Vale. The Soar Orchestral Society, conducted by Mr. D. Onllwyn Thomas, journeyed to- Bridgend on the 12th inst. to give- their annual concert to the inmates of Pare Gwyllt Asylum. The concert had been eagerly looked forward to, as the- previous visits of the society hal been such pronounced successes. The orchestra; was assisted by Messrs. David Griffiths and R. Gwynlais Jones (vocalists), Miss- Ruth Pardoe (elocutionist), Mr. W. Davies (comedian), and Miss M. M. Thomas (accompanist). The following was- the programme: -Selection, "Pirates of Penzance" song, Admiral Broom," I )Ir. D. Griffiths; waltz; recitation, "A Mother's Love," Miss Pardoe; selection,. "Operatic Wreath"; comic song, Mr. W. Davies; polka; song, Mr. R. G. Jones; selection, Bishop's Songs"; two-step; song, "The Trumpeter, Mr. D. Griffiths; comic song, Mr. W. Davies; song, Mr. R. G. Jones; waltz; "Welsh National Wreath." The concert uas very successful, and much appreciated by the large number present. The visitors were- afterwards entertained to dinner, and many expressions of thanks were offered- for the musical treat. As on past occa- sions. the Rhonddites were accompanied by County Councillor James Evans, who takes the keenest interest in the welfare- of the institutions for the mentally afflicted.

C.L.B. Presentation. Mr. AV. H. Griffiths, who has been an active member of the Mid-Rhondda- Church Lads' Bi-I gade, and was lieutenant in the same, was on Friday night, the 20th inst., made the recipient- of an ebony Cape Horn stick, suitably inscribed, on the occasion of his leaving: to take up a position at Penarth. I::>

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