The Rhondda Leader

Welsh Topics. I H MIS MAT. I Alynjnvn, pe net ai mynnai Po deuddcg mis fo mis Mai." -D. ap Gwilym. Pan ddel Mai, a'i lifrai glas Ar irddail i roi'r urddas Aur a dyf ar edafedd Ar y Uwyn, er nnvyn a'i medd." —I). ap Gwilym. Mai a gwyd y ga lon." Blodau cyn Mai, gorau na ba'i." Glas mis Mai, gorau na ba'i." Mai gauafol wna flwyddvn weddol." —Hen Ddiarebion. i I FOLK-LORE SOCIETIES. Every month new societies are formed to meet some desire of the Welsh mind, and if these, societies fulfil their object and message, then, well and good. It has now become the custom in many parts of Wales to supplant the Cymro- dorion and Cymdeithasau Cymrcig" by Folk-Lore Societies. These societies have a worthy object, that is, to place on record the unwritten literature of the peasant folk. Traditions, superstitions, folk tales, fairy tales, all deserve to be preserved, for they contain a substratum of truth which help to unlock the door leading into \he mysteries and conscious- ness of bygone ages. The latest society for the purpose of collecting material is that known as Cymdeithas Lien Gwerin Canolbarth Ceredigion." It appears strange, though, to call attention to a society whose sphere of operation is so remote, but not so strange when it is known that the originators and chief workers of the society are now residents of the Rhondda. One is tempted to suggest, If this can be done with a district so far removed, cannot something be done to' collect the folk-lore of the Rhondda ere it is lost! Who will move in the matter? I THE MAGAZINES. It would be quite impossible to give a detailed account of the magazines for the present quarter and the current month. The" Geninen devotes a goodly number of its pages to many contro- versial subjects, such as "Beth fydd Cymru dan Senedd Cymreig? by Mr. E. T. John, M.P. Sosialaeth a Christ- ionogaeth," by Mr. W. F. Phillips, and replies to his previous articles by the Revs. D. Evans and H. Williams; and Cymru a'r Wybodaeth Newydd," by Mr. J. Tudno Williams. Other articles of great interest are Athroniaeth Gofyn Cyhoeddiad," by Anthropos; "Geiriadur- wyr Uymreig, a'u Geiriaduron," by the Rev. 0. Davies, D.D. Eben Fardd lT 0 Gell Cof Plenydd and Codiad a Chynydd yr Annibynwyr yn Nghymru," by Principal T. Rees, M.A. Again, The Grail maintains its usual high level. Of its various articles none are as welcome as the appreciation of Professor Anwyl. The learned pro- fessor deserves all the eulogies heaped upon him.

Welsh Caution. The caution of the Welshman is pro- verbial. He never takes anything for granted, but wisely insists on satisfying himself as to its genuineness. Statements from distant towns may or may not be correct, but there is no doubting the word of one of our own people, a Tonypandy man, for it can be so easily proven. For a long time," says Mr. Evan Jones, of 66, Kenry Street, Tonypandy, I had severe pains in my back; they were sharp, stab-like pains, and would catch me while I was at work. Being a miner, I have a lot of stooping to do, and at times I had difficulty in getting upright again. All my joints used to feel stiff, especially in the mornings. I had heard Doan's Backache Kidney Pills spoken of, and I made up my mind to try them. I am glad I did, for they did me a great deal of good. My back has been much better since I used the pills. I have confidence in the medicine. (Signed) Evan Jones." Don't neglect your kidneys if you have any such unmistakable sign of kidney and bladder trouble as puffy eyes, watery swellings in the ankles and limbs, urinary disorders, cloudy urine, rheumatism, aching back, pains in the loins and sides, irritability, nervousness, depression, and a constant worn-out feeling. Doall's Back- ache Kidney Pills cure all these troubles by discharging the liouid poisons and waste in which so many fatal diseases have their beginning. Doan's Backache Kidney Pills are two shillings and ninepence per box, or six boxes for thirteen shillings and ninepence. Of all chemists and stores, or post free direct from the Foster-McClellan Co., 8, Wells Street, Oxford Street, London, W. Be sure you get the same kind of pills as Mr. Jones had.. 4905q

Cwmparc. The death of Mrs. Thomas, widow of the late John Thomas (Y Gof), occurred on Tuesday evening INt. Deceased had attained the age of 5tj and was an old- established resident of Cwmparc. She had latterly suffered much ill-health, which she bore with exemplary patience. She leaves a family of grown-up sons and daughters. The Cwmparc Boy Scouts (Scoutmaster Haydn Evans in command) held their first paper-chase of the season on Friday evening last, and there was a strong muster of members of the local brigade. Scouts Albert Middleton and Jack Heenan were chosen as hares," and they strewed the scent through Tylacoch and up the intervening hillsides until Spion Kop was reached. Scout Middleton made the return home un- touched," with Scout Wilfred Evans in close pursuit, but unfortunately. Scout Heenan met with a slight mishap, slip- ping on a railroad and sustaining a fall which rendered him temporarily uncon- scious. Some of the boys improvised a stretcher, and displayed a. knowledge of ambulance work which soon put the "wounded warrior" right as rain! Congratulations to Mr. Edw. J. Edwards, whose "training" of Messrs. Tom Jenkins, Llew. Williams, and Billy Williams culminated in the annexing of several amateur Welsh wrestling cham- pionships at tho Splott Institute Cardiff on Saturday last. Mr. Percy Longhurst, the famous wrestler (who was the umpire), was much impressed with the displays of the Rhondda boys, and Tom Jenkins, on his advice, will compete for higher honours at Bradford in a fortnight's time.

Death of Mr F. A. Gray The death is reported of Mr. Fred A. Gray, ex-Inspector of Mines, at his resi- dence at Penarth on Wednesday.

Amusements. Empire, Tonypandy. The Empire provides a, most up-to-date programme this week, and the many patrons are well pleased with the show. The star turn is the retaining engage- ment of Mr. Jack Jones, the Australian coon delineator, comedian, and instru- mentalist. He is a great success in his fiJlHJgs, "Moving Day," "Ain't dat a shamed "The Coon's Conscience," < £ c.. and earns well-merited applause. On Wednesdays and Saturdays the Empire butcher shop and grocery store is opened, when those who find the lucky numbers receive joints of meat, &c. An excellent picture programme is provided. On j Friday night, Evans and Lloyd. "The Jovial Blacksmiths," will supply a turn. Old Hippodrome, Tonypandy. An excellent picture programme is pro- vided at the Hippo, this week, apd good houses witness the show nightly. On Saturday night, two performances will be given, when, in place of legs, shoulders ] and loins of mutton, cash prizes to the extent of ?5 will be given away— £ 2 10s. in each house—to holders of lucky num- bers. The Hipposcope depicts the latest and most up-to-date pictures. A change of pictures takes place on Thursday. Palace. Porth. Very smart and up-to-date turns enter- tain the Palace audiences this week. Rex Fox, in his novel ventriloquial wire feat, carries his dummy with him on the wire, and chats with him while performing sensational acts. He also displays great talent with musical instruments in similar manner. This performance draws forth loud applause. Charming are the Two Countees. humorists and harmonising duettists. With rare vocal talent and original coon songs, they make a tremen- dous hit. The song, How shall we honour King Edward? brings down the house. Les Atans, Australia's pot-pourri gymnasts, are also showered with plaudits for their skill on the trapeze. The series of Cinema. tableaux are, as usual, full of interest and entertainment. Tivoli Pentre Splendid pictures are being shown at the Pentre Picture Palace this week. and the comfort of patrons is carefully con- sidered by the manager, Mr. Bendall. Thanks to a few electric whirls and fans, tho whole building is kept delightfully cool even on the warmest evenings. The picture entitled Another Cowboy Drama ï, is unique in quality, and well worth seeing. Others entitled "Jealousy'' and His Honour Vindicated are also very good. The Cineplione contributes a few good items. Workmen's Hall, Ferndale- The Mockery of Marriage," by Mr. W. Graham Arthur's company, was staged at this popular theatre for tho first three nights of this week. The piece is thrilling throughout, and the audiences were not backward in acknowledging the good acting witnessed. For tne latter portion of the week" The Prodigal Parson will be produced by Mr. W. V. Garrod's talented company. Cardiff Empire- TIle popular vaudeville entertainers, King and Benson, aro topping the bill at the Cardiff Empire next week, where they are already great favourites whilst Dan Crawley, the popular comedian, should also prove a great draw with his latest and most up-to-date songs. Other excellent numbers are provioded by Frank Lister (the popular West End actor), who will present an original sketch, entitled The Sundowner Rich and Rich, the well-known come- dians, with a wealth of witticisms; the diaiis, Whiteleys, in an original wire- walking musical pot-pourri: Wood, Wells and Wilkins, in vocal comedy act, What About My Change? C. J. Johnson, the black diamond and champion cake- walker; Elsie Roby. the original slavey at the piano; etc. New Hippodrome, Tonypandy. An excellent programme is provided for the patrons of the New Hippodrome this week. Out in California is a picture which tells a story of Indians and settlers, and is full of stirring incidents. To Serve His Country is an excellent military drama of the Napoleonic wars. Parcels of grocery and 'meat are still being given away. A change of pictures takes place on Thu«\sd{«v. Theatre Royal, Tonypandy. I The chief attraction for the first three nights of this week was The Temp- tatkfns of a Great City," a magnificent film, which wins universal praise. The winners last week were as follow —Mon- day—First house: 10s.. Silas Wellings, 61, Mikado Street, Penygraig^; 5s. each, W. Williams, 101, Court Street, Clydach Vale, and W. Westall, 117, Miskin Road, Trealaw; second house: 10s., Stanley Wall, 153, Primrose Street, Tonypandy; 5s. each, S. Mains, 15, Gethin Road, Penygraig, and W. Thomas, 85, Britli- weunydd Road, Trealaw extra prizes of 5s. each, Billy Lewis, 56, Primrose St., Tonypandy, and Roger J'oyce, 14, William Street, Llwynypia. Tuesday—First house: 10s., David Benjamin, ti, Kenry Street, Tonypandyl 5s. each, Mrs. Cook, 31, Wain Graig, Trealaw. and Geo. Hall, 38, Ely Street, Tonypandy second house: 10s., Richard Llovd Jones, 22, River Ter- race-, Blaenclydach; 5s. each, Jos. James Llovd 18 Primrose Street, lonvpandy, and E. Rogers, 53, Clydach Road, Clydach Vale. Wednesday-Fir&t house: los., Mrs Griffiths, 18, Tylacelyn, Penygraig; 5s. each, Mrs. Williams. 6, East Street., Blaenclydach, and Miss Mav Alexander, 59, Court Street, Clydach Vale second house: 10s., Mrs. M. Evans. 81, Part- ridge Road, Llwynypia 5s. each, A. Williams, 7. Trinity Road, Tonypandy, and Henry Blackmore. 3, De Winton Ter- race, Tonypandy. Thursday—First house.: 10s., W. D. Lewis, 44, Bush Houses, Clydach Vale 5s. each, Mrs. Lumber, 10, Pleasant Road, Penygraig, and John Morgan, 33, Penygraig Road, Penygraig; second house: 10s.. James Jones, Pen- I rhiwfer 5s. each, J. Griffiths, 162, Ynys- cynon Road, Trealaw and F. Hann, 85,; Kenry Street. Tonypandy. Friday—■ First, house: A. Morgans, 33, Penygraig Road, Penygraig; 5s. eacit, Chas. TuUedge, 9, Richards Terrace, Tonypandy, and Davy Davies, 10, Blandy Terrace, Gilfach Goch; second house: 10s., Idris Morgan, 10, Bridgend Road, Gilfach Goch; 5s. each, T. Evans, 1, Sandy Terrace, Tonypandy, and Ree-s, Williams, 5, Victoria Street, Trealaw. j Saturday-First house: 10s., Miss Cath. Evans, 22, High Street, Clydach Vale 5s. each, Miss Lily Best. 21, Ynyscynon Road, Trealaw, and Evan Evans, 95, Jones Street, BIae?cly?ach i second I house 10s., A. Sumerin. 66, Dinas Road, Dinas; 5s. each, Lewis Thomas, 16, I Evans Terrace, Clydach Vale, and Mark Parsons, 48, Bush' Houses, Clydach Vale. I

 CARDIFF E MPIRE ???? QUEEN STREET) M P I R E Cha rrnau & Managing Director-Si ED. MOSS Acting-Manager HERBERT J. TAYLOR -0- TWICE NIGHTLY-M5 and 9 o'clock Seats booked daily by Post or Tela. No, Monday, May the 29th, 1911, and during; the Week. -0- KING & BENSON, The popular Vaudeville Entertainers in their latest Vocal and Comedy Sketch. LIUAN BISHOP, Oomedienne and Male Imper- sonator. FRANK LISTER, in an Original Sketch "The Sundowner." ELSIE ROBY, the Original Slavey at the Piano, RICH & RICH (Harry & Ohariie), Comedians. C, J. JOHNSON. the Black Diamond and Champion Cake-Walker. WOOD. WELLS and WILKINS in vocal comedy act, What about my Chunge," 5 WHITELEYS, in an Original Acrobatic, Wire- Walking, Musical Pot-Pourri. THE AMERICAN BIOSCOPE, shewing the Latest Pictures. DAN CRAWLEY, the Glad-eyed Dame. In his latest and greatest successes. A magnificient Programme has been arranged tor the Whitsun Holidays. Book your seats new.

Eisteddfod at Mardy, A very successful eisteddfod was held, last Saturday, under the auspices of the Betbania (C.M.) Chapel. Mr. Evan Mor- gans presided, and Mr. J. W. Jones was the conductor. The adjudicators were:- Music, Mr. J. R, Lewis (Alaw Rhondda), A.Mus.T.C.L. literature, Mr. David Thomas (Dewi Ebrill) and Mr. Sam Jones. There was a large and appreciative audi- ence. The chief awards were: --Solo for children under 16, first and second prizes divided between Miss Blodwen Lewis and Miss E. A. Morgan, 3rd Miss May Jones; recitation for children, Miss Harries (Mardy); children's choir, Mae'th Dad wrth y Llyw, Bethania Choir (Mr. D. J. Morgans) soprano solo, divided between Miss M. E. Lewis and Miss Jane Thomas; tenor solo, Mr. Joseph Williams; duet, Messrs. Evan Humphreys and Thomas Richards; essay on "Darllen," Mr. Dd. Davies; essay on "Jonah, Mr. David Humphreys; penillion on Y coed o flaen Bethania, divided between Messrs. Dd. Davies and David Humphreys: englyn, "Goronwy" (unclaimed): chief choral, "Y Blodeuyn Olaf," Mardy Mixed Choir (Mr. E. Humphreys).

Concert at Pentre. On Thursday and Saturday, 11th and 13th inst., two very successful musical performances of Mr. Charles Darnton's oratorio, David and Jonathan," were given at Zion (E,B.) Chapel by the choir. The artistes were:—Soprano, Miss E. A. Jenkins, Ton; contralto, Miss Lizzie Davies, Clydach Vale; tenor, Mr. Joe Jones, Ton; baritone, Mr. Dd. Griffiths, Clydach Vale bass, Mr. Richd. Bebb, Treorchy. Mr. T. J. Price, Gelli, pre- sided at the, organ; and Mr. J. E. Hughes, Gelli, was the conductor. The choir rendered several of the heavy choruses in splendid style, particularly Unto Thee will I cry" and" Blessed be the Lord God of Israel," whilst the dirge, How are the mighty fallen," was most realistically done. Mr. Hughes and his choir are to be complimented on the wotk done. Of the artistes, Miss Jenkins, although young, sang magnificently, and her ren- dering of the solo, Although the fig tree, was enthusiastically encored. Not less beautiful was the rendering of the contralto solo, How long wilt thou for- get mey" by Miss Lizzie Davies. She was also deservedly encored. Solos and duets were well .rendered by Messrs. Griffiths, Joe Jones, and Bebb. while in a male voice quartet the services of Mr. J. R. Jones, Ton, were pressed as second tenor. The organist, Mr. T. J. Price, calls for special mention. With the com- paratively small range of stops at his command, his accompaniment was nothing --hart of marvellous. Particularly was this noticeablo in the use made of the Wald flute in the chorus, "0 Lord. our God, how excellent," while in the Coronation March," after the crowning of David, Mr. Price surpassed himself, and was loudly encored by the appreciative audi- ence. On Thursday evening. Mr. Joseph Williams (superintendent ot the Pruden- tial Assurance Company) presided; while on Saturday evening the pastor, the Rev. D. J. Perrott, B.A.. occupied the chair in the unavoidable absence of Councillor W. T. Jones, Treorchy.

Concert at Trehafod. I A splendid performance of Proctor's operetta, The Crystal Queen," was given on Thursday last by the. Bethesda, Baptist Chapel Choir. Trehafod. Miss Esther Hughes, LIwynypi? undertook the part of Crystal Queen" with digni- fied gracefulness, her mellow voice being heard to great advantage. Miss E. A. Harris, as "Cissie)" also did well; while Mr.  Llewellyn, as Prince," quite ful- ?hnllpt d expectations. The minor parts were rendered in good style. Miss J. Powell, L.L.C.M., accompanied, and Mr. J. Jenkins, the conductor, is to be compli- mented upon his successful efforts. Coun- cillor Hopkin Morgan, Pontypridd, pre- sided. The performance will be repeated on Coronation Day.

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