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A GLANCE AROUND CADOXTON,…
A GLANCE AROUND CADOXTON, BARRY, AND DOCK. IT WILL PAY YOU to have your Watch and Clock Repairs done by a practical Watchmaker. This you can do bv sending your Watch and Clock Repairs to W. COOMBS, Market Chambers, Barry, 10 years first-class experience, late with Mr J. Hettich, 60, Queen-street, Cardiff 30 To follow a good example is praiseworthy, but to offer a spurious imitation of a good medicinal preparation, in order to profit tnerby and defraud the public, is a mean and despicable act. Avoid imitations of Gwilym. Evans' Bitters, mallY of which are being palmed upon the public as genuine Quinine Bitters. See advt. page. [23 TEA AND ENTERTAINMENT AT ZION CHAPEL, CADOXTON. On Wednesday afternoon last a tea party was given by the members and friends of the Welsh Methodist Chapel, Cadoxton, at the vestry of their chapel in Pontypridd-street." The arrangements for the occasion were all that could be desired, and the ladies and gentlemen who took part in the work are to be complimented for discharging their duties so satisfactory. A great number of people partook of the tea. The ladies who presided on the occasion were :—Mrs. Roberts, Melrose-street, -assisted by Mrs. Da vies, Iddesleigh-street; Miss Evans, Vere-street, assisted by Miss Mary Jones and Miss Rees Mrs. John Davies, Kenilworth- 'road, assisted by Miss Williams, Oban-street; the two Miss Davies, Main-street, and Mrs. Williams, 'Treharne-road, and Mr. Joseph Roberts, Kings- land-crescent, while Mr. Evan Evans, Star Villa, Kenilworth-road Mrs. John, Iddesleigh-street; .and Mrs. Daniel Evans, Vere-street, assisted generally. IN THE EVENING AN ENTERTAINMENT WAS GIVEN ;at the same place to a crowded audience, and a very interesting programme of songs, dialogues, ;and recitations, had been well arranged for the -event. The Rev. W. Williams, pastor of the above .church, occupied the chair, and performed his duties to the satisfaction of the audience. Ad- dresses were given during the evening by the Revs. W. Daniels, W. Tibbott, and Mr. Watkin Williams. -The following was the programme :-Anthem, Blodeuyn bach wyf fi mewn gardd," the choir, conducted by Mr. John Williams song. "The Holy City," Miss Morgan, Bryn- ibill; recitation, Un goeg oedd y gneuen," Mr. J. Davies song, The boy's best friend is his another," Master D. Lloyd Williams duet, Mr. Joseph Roberts and Miss Williams (encored); song, "My grandmother's staff," Miss Thomas (encored); dialogue, Seisnig a Chymraeg," Mr. and Miss Davies song, The pilgrim of the night," Miss C. Evans; quartette, Mr. D. W. Thomas, Mr. J. Williams, and the Misses Williams; -recitation, Y plaster mustard," Mr. Davies song, Wyt ti'n cofio'r lloer yn codi," Mr. J. Davies <encored) song, Mrs. Joseph Roberts song, "The anissing boat," the Rev. W. Williams; song, Yr "Udgorn y gad," Mr. J. Williams song, Alone on -the raft," Miss Morgan song," Flee as a bird," Miss M. David song-, Y blodeuyn olaf," the Choir. "Those who accompanied at the piano and the organ -were Miss Howe, Miss M. David, Miss Nellie Ward, 'Miss Thomas, Mr. Davies, and Mr. D. W. Thomas. A vote of thanks was proposed by the chairman on behalf of himself and the other members of the church to all those who had given their services durinsr the evening. A very enjoyable evening -was spent, and the meeting was closed by the singing of Hen wlad fy nhadall" (" The land of .my fathers") by Mr.J. D. Davies, the audience joining in the chorus. SPECIAL OFFER TO HEADERS OF THIS ¡ PAPER. I Why go to shops? A Single Watch supplied at Manufacturer's Prices. Paxman's celebrated Defy- ance" Watch, Ladies' and Gents' Sizes in heavy Hall-marked Silver Cases, highly finished Jewelled Movements. Warranted for 2 years. Ladies' Size Slave Handsome Opal Tinted or Plain White Dials. Sold Retail at &2 10s. Our Price, 24s. Cd. Cheaper Make at 15s., Sold Retail at 30s. Paxman's world- renowned Lever Watches (Ladies' and Gents' sizes), iin extra Heavy Hall-marked, Dust-proof Cases, Highly Finished Extra-Jewelled Movements. A • Grand Watch. Warranted for 5 years. Sold Re- -tail at £ 4 4-i1, Our Price, 32s. 6d. The same in Nickel Silvor tcases, 14s. 9d. The Workman's Watch." Eao'h Watch is supplied on a Week's ree Trial, and Exchanged if Unsatisfactory. Free, at our risk on receipt of Cost of Watch required. The Trade supplied at same prices. F. F. Paxman, Wholesale Watch Manufacturer and Importer, Tewkesbury, Glos. Mention this Paper. COMPETITIVE MEETING AT BARRY DOCK. As reported in our last issue a most successful (Competitive meeting was held at the Welsh Con- gregational Chapel, in connection with the Welsh Methodists. There was a good attendance, and .amongst those present were Messrs. Thomas "Thomas (foreman Glamorgan Coal Co.), Jenkin "Meredith, D. M. John (Cadoxton), S. Jones (South ,TVale.q Daily News), Miss S. B. Thomas, R.A.M., 'Mrs. T. M. Williams, Miss C. Morgan, Miss Davies, Rev. W. Williams, Messrs. Daniel Evans, J. Davies, T. B. Thomas, W. Lewis, Miss E. Jones, Mrs. Thomas Rees (Oban-street), and others. The Rev. W. Williams presided. In the absence of the appointed adjudicators Messrs. J. E. Rees, Barry Schools, and T. Matthews, Rhondda House, ■Cadoxton, very kindly adjudicated on the singing, ;-and the Rev. Morris Isaac, Cadoxton, on the -recitations, i&c. The proceedings commenced by Mr. Williams singing a song I fynu'r for nod." Address by the Chairman. Seven boys competed on the singing "Dowch adref fy nhad," and the sprite of Is. 6d. was divided between Masters Sydney ,-and Edgar Davies, Barry. Master David Lougher, Barry Dock, won the prize of Is. 6d. for reciting -"Pan godir Cymru'n ol." Only one competitor came forward to sing" Pa le yr aeth yr amen," namely. Miss Edith Jenkins, Holton-road, and she was deemed worthy of the prize of ,2s. 6d. To the girl who would best sing Mae goleu yn y ffenestr i ti," three competed, and the prize of Is. 6d. was awarded to Miss Annie 'Baker. Only one competed on the recitation of Y cowydoyn," namely, Miss Martha Harris, and the prize of Is. 6d. was awarded her. Trio from Teyrnasoedd y ddaear," one party competed, namely, Miss Evans, Messrs. D. Farr, and J. Hicks, all of Barry, and they were considered well worthy of the prize of 4s. 6d. Mi'. D. Farr was the suc- cessful competitor on the solo bass from <• Teyrnasodd y ddaear." Three competed on the recitation Baner Cerddoriaeth," Mr. Edward Howells, Barry, was awarded the prize of 4s. Tenor solo, "IIorfa Rhuddlan," best Mr. Dan Bryant, Barry. Only one party competed on the quartette from "Teyrnasoedd y ddaear," and the prize of 10s. was awarded to Mr. David Farr and >party. IMPROMPTU SPEECH COMPETITION, .e'ght competed, the subject was "Candle;" best, M\ D. Farr. Two choir competed on the tune Pembroke," and the Barry Choir, under the leadership of Mr. II. Jones, was considered well I worthy of the prize of £ 2. Much praise is due to Mr. fJ. D. Davies, the in'defatigable secretary, for his energetic efforts in connection wish the meet- ing. The usual votes of thanks having been passed the proceeding terminated. THE TAFF VALE TRAINS. There will be no alterations in the Taff Vale Railway Company's trains for the ensuing month, but the under-mentioned trains will be added to the Cardiff and Pena.rth section on each Sunday until further notice P.M. P-M- CardifffOueen-st.)-lop. 8.15 Penarth dep. 9.15 Cardiff\G.W.R.) 8.19 Penarth Dock „ 9.19 Grangetown 8.24 G-mngetown „ 9.2. Penarth Dock 8.29 Cardiff (G.W.R) „ 9.30 Penarth arr 8.33 Carditf(Queen-st.)arr. 9.33 BUFFALOISM AT BARRY DOCK. The customary d3,nce in connection with the Barry Dock R.A.O.B. Institute was held on Monday evening last, and was well attended, the company numbering fully 100. The performance of dances was enjoyably 'gone through by music being- supplied by Messrs. A. Guy. C. Ford, Hill, and Powell. On Monday evenining the brass band attached to the institute promenaded the town, their enlivening strains being much enjoyed by the public. Returning to the institute a meeting of the members was held, when the band was regularly established, and the following officers and committee were appointed :—Conductor. Mr. C. Hopgocd deputy-conductor, Mr. J. H. Cooper; chairman, Mr. J. Sleeth treasurer, Mr. J. Stroud secretary, Mr. A. Tucker committee, Messrs. T. Dunn, A. Tucker, A. Welby, and D. Lloyd. Those, wishing to become members of the band are invited to apply to Mr. J. Strond, the treasurer, at the institute. CHANGES ON THE BARRY LINE. We draw our readers' attention to the fact that the following alterations will take place next month in the Barry Company's trains :— The 8.20 p.m. Sunday train ex Barry will leave at 8.15 p.m. and be earlier throughout. A new train will leave Cogan on Sundays at 8.35 p.m. for Barry, returning at 8.59 p.m. The amended times will be as under P.M. P.M. P.M. Barry dep. 8.15 8.59 j Cogan dep. 8.35 Barry Dock 8.19 9.3 Dinas Powis „ 8.39 Cadoxton 8.22 9.6 Cadoxton „ 8.44 Dinas Powis8 26 9.10 Barry Dock „ 8.47 Cogan arr. 8.30 9.14 Barry arr. 8.50 FIRE AT BARRY DOCK. About six a.m. on Saturday a fire broke out in the stores belonging to Mr. J. Jackson, con- tractor for the-Lady Windsor Deep Water Lock, Barry Dock, causing the total destruction of the building, which was of a temporary character, and its contents. The stores, with several other buildings of the same character, occupied by Mr. Jackson, are clustered together between the entrance of the Commercial Graving Dock and the hydraulic engine-house, and were, therefore, in close proximity to the dock side. At the first alarm of fire by Dock-constables Griffiths and Light the tug Ciive was requisitioned, and, with a plentiful supply of water and with the fire appliance filled on board, the fire was, in a short time, extinguished—not, however, before the place was gutted. Fortunately, owing to the exertions put forth, the other buildings (which are practically used as offices, &c.) were preserved and as a number of plans and other things con- nected with the contract are kept here, the loss, had they been destroyed, would have been con- siderable. Credit is due to Dock-constables Light and Griffiths, berthing-master, and tugmen for their promptitude in g-etting to work at the first alarm. THE WELSH CHURCH AT HOLTON. In* the Parish Magazine for May. the Rev. E. Morris, M.A., Rector of Cadoxton, addresses a letter te the members of the Welsh Church at Holton. The Rector thanFs and congratulates them upon their successful and faithful serxiees in keeping alive the Welsh Church until now. They had patiently waited for a priest, and now they had one in the person of the Rev. W. II. Evans. To Mr. J. R. Llewellyn the following is addressed by the Rector Mr. Llewellyn, I can find no words to express the gratitude which I feel to you for the brave and undaunted support, both in preaching and encouraging others, which you have given in the case of the Church of the Welsh. It has been purely honorary—at great sacrifice of time and of self-denial. In the hour of despair you stood in the breach, and by your unflagging courage and devotion have maintained the services until now. I should be worse than an ingrate if I did not make this public acknow- ment of the indebtedness to which I and the member of the Welsh congregation are under to you. We thank you. and we record our. thanks in our Ptirhh Magazine, that ages yet to come, when they see a noble edifice and its solemn ceremonial and service in the Welsh tongue, may remember the services üf, and pray for the soul of a benefactor-J. R. Llewellyn. In conclusion the Rector says :— To the Messrs. Lllovd and and other active gentlemen we also wish to express our thanks. And, in concluding, I may say that I am encouraged to hope that under more favourable auspices, the work and zeal which you have shown in the past augurs well for the future success of what we Welshmen hold so dear to our hearts-" Yr Eglwys Lan Gatholig." SERVICE OF SONG. A service of song was given by the choir of the Bible Christian Band of Hope on Monday night before a fair attendance. Mr. J. H. Venn, Cadox- ton, conducted the choir, while Mr. H. Fisher made an excellent reader, and Miss Barratt taste- fully accompanied at the harmonium. The title of the service was "Our Joe," and the following took part in the different duets and anthems :— Mrs. Murphy, Miss Phillips, Miss Evans, Miss Mason, Miss Busher, Messrs. Paine. McLeish, Howard, Lovelidge, and Prout. A collection was made at the close, and the meeting terminated with prayer. Much praise is due to Mr. Venn for the able manner in which he had trained his choir, and although only a young man, carried out his work to the satisfaction of all. THE NATIONAL LEAGUE. At .a meeting of the RobertiEmmet branch of the Irish National League, held at the Roman Catholic Church on Sunday afternoon, Dr. P. J. O'Donnell (president) and Mr. J. Keatings were appointed delegates tcattend the convention in London on behalf of the branch. DISSOLUTION OF PARTNERSHIP. In the Gazette of Tuesday it is announced that there has been a dissolution of partnership between George Osman and Frederick Hobbs, trading as Osman and Hobbs, at Barry Dock, plumbers, coppersmith, and brassmen F. Hobbs retires.. ARE YOU FOND OF PICTURES ? By the kind invitation of Mr. Roberts, we on Saturday last visited his artists' repository and picture frame manufactory (the oldest in the Principality), at 35, Royal Arcade, Cardiff. We found that not only are his premises well worthy of a visit, but that he has some very old and rare steel engravings, several dating from the year 1500. Choice old etchings, prints, and a rich col- lection of oil paintings, chromos. lithographs, &c. The establishment, which is situated opposite Mr. Pedlar's Umbrella Wareheuse, in the Royal Arcade, Cardiff, is noted for the restoring of old oil paint- ings (equal to new) and re-gilding frames. Call and see for yourself. A VESSEL COLLIDES WITH THE QUAY WALL. "The steamer Margaret Jones going down the dock at Barry on Saturday collided with the quay wall, twisting her stem and damaging bow plates, but it was decided that she should proceed after temporarily repairing. BARRY DISTRICT TRADES' COUNCIL. A very well-attended meeting of this body was held at their head-quarters, the Victoria ;Hotel, on Friday evening, wh m certain reflections on the Council, published in a contemp )rary, were con- sidered at some length. Consideration was de- ferred till next Friday, when the matter will be thoroughly investigated. BARRY LEADS IN QUOITS. On Saturday afternoon teams from Barry and Morriston tried conclusions on the Barry grounds. ending in a victory for the home team by 55 points. The following are the scores :— BARRY. MORRISTON. Pts. Pts. Martin (capt.) 21 G. Morgan 10 Wood (vice-capt.). 21 J.Jenkins 15 Uwins 21 D. Edwards 13 Bolton 16 E.James 21 IlJingworth 21 T. Ayres (capt.) 11 J. Owen 17 L. Thomas 21 C. Owen 21 T. Griffiths 6 T. Davies 21 F. Hodgood 7 Total 159 Total. 114 At the termination of the match the Barry team entertained their opponents to a substantial meat tea at the Barry Hotel, provided in Mr. Davies' usual first-class style. Mr. R. S. Robinson pre- sided, and in a neat speech welcomed the visitors to Barry, trusting that at some future time they would pay another visit to Barry. The captain of the visiting team replied, and expressed the thanks of the visitors for the kind reception they had given them. They (the visitors) hoped to pay other visits to Barry, when, if they enjoyed them- selves as well as they had that afternoon, they would do very well. 21.
Around Penart-li & Cogan.
Around Penart-li & Cogan. THE EDWARDS' MEMORIAL. On Friday night a committee meeting, to pro- mote the proposed memorial to the late Mr. James Edwards, was held in the Penarth Local Board Offices, Mr. T. Leyshon presiding.—On the motion of Mr. Sam Thomas, seconded by Mr. J. W. Morris, it was resolved that £ -25 only be expanded in erect- ing the tombstone, and the balance devoted to purchasing a suitable residence for Mrs. Edwards. GOOD TEMPLARY. A free entertainment was given at the Union Methodist Free Church. Cogan, on Wednesday last by the Cardiff Mission Baud, when a splendid pro- gramme of music and recitations was gone through. The object the band has in view is the establish- ment of a branch of Good Templars at this place. INTERMEDIATE EDUCATION. On Friday a specially convened meeting of the Penarth Intermediate and Technical Instruction Committee was held at the Local Board Offices. Professor Tanner presided.—The Chairman men- tioned that the site of the proposed school would be in Stanwell-road, covering an area of seven acres, and the estimated cost of the erection 47,500. Towards this sum Lord Windsor had generously contributed £ 1,000, and the County Council R5,000, whilst £ 300 had been promised in donations. There was, therefore, a deficit of £ 1,200 only.— Mr. Samuel Thomas remarked that he had sent out 503 circulars to the inhabitants of Penarth soliciting subscriptions, but had received not a single reply.—The architect was instructed to prepare bills of quantities, in order to invite tenders. THE GREAT WESTERN COLLIERY DISASTER. The Penarth Amateur Dramatic Society on Thursday evening appeared on the boards of the Clarence Theatre. Pontypridd, and gave an ad- mirable performance of the well-known comedy, Our Boys, the proceeds being in aid of the Great Western Colliery Relief Fund. There was a full and appreciative house. The several characters in the piece were impersonated by Mrs. Gascoyne Dalziel. Miss Constance Beasley, Miss Ettie Latch, Miss Amy Trayes, Mr. J. Pitchford, Mr; A.C. Tweedy, Mr. Francis P. Adey, and Mr. Philip H. Evans. THE WELSH BAPTISTS of Penarth held their anniversary on Sunday, when the Rev. J. R. Jones, Pontypridd, preached three very powerful sermons. The congregations were large and the collections good. On Monday evening the Rev. J. R. Jones delivered an able lecture on the Heroes of the Welsh Pulpit." Mr. H. Radcliffe presided.
PEIIARK ITEMS.
PEIIARK ITEMS. UNITED ANCIENT ORDER OF DRUIDS. The usual fortnightly meeting of the Rose of Penmark Lodge,No. 821, Monmouthshire and South Wales District U.A.O.D., took place on Saturday evening at the Six Bills Ion, Penmark. when there was a good attendance of members and visitors, conspicuous amongst whom were Presi- dent Glover (Newport), P.A. Scrivens (Newport), and P.A. Keogh (Barry), members of the district executive also Arch Druid Harper, Vice-Arch Lsthbridge, Guardian Wood, and Obhees of 971 Lodge. It being the district President's official visit to the lodge. Arch Druid Gilberd, after going through the opening ceremony, invited the Presi- dent to take the chair for the evening. Votes of thanks were most heartily accorded the visitors for their attendance and addresses, which were duly responded to.
BEiIDG-EIL NOTES.
BEiIDG-EIL NOTES. ELECTRIC LIGHTING. A Bill to confirm certain Provisional Orders made by the Board of Trade under the Electric Lighting Acts, 1882 and 1888, came on Thursday before the examiners of the House of Commons for proof of compliance with the Standing Orders Among others was one enabling the Local Board of Bridgend to supply electricity within the area, of their authority. There was no opposition at this stage, and the necessary formal proofs having been given, the Bill was ordered to be reported for second reading. TO KEEP HIM QUIET. A Bridgend collier (Lewis Leyshon) has been fined C5 or one month for knocking out two teeth- and breaking the jaw of another collier, named Charles Williams. Defendant said he was drunk and ".knew nothing about it till he was told."
AT BONVILSTONE.
AT BONVILSTONE. *I- PRIMROSE LEAGUE GATHERING. On Friday evening a social entertainment in connection with the Upper Ely Habitation of the Primrose League was given at Bonvilstone, by Mr. C. W. Christie, of The Cottage. A large tent was erected in a field at the back of Mr. Christie's residence, and a general invitation was given to the inhabitants of the place to attend, irrespective of politics. Between 400 and 500 people accepted the offer, and thoroughly enjoyed the entertain- ment provided for them. The proceedings com- menced with a tea meeting, after which a public meeting was held under the presidency of The lIfackintosh of Mackintosh. The Chairman referred to the Home Rule Bill, which he said would, if passed, drive capital out of Ireland, and cause Irish labour to seek work in England and Wales. m Addresses were then delivered by Mr. G-. W. Robbins (provincial -secretary of the Primrose League of South Wales, Monmouthshire, asd Herefordshire), Councillor White (Cardiff), and Mr. Robert Williams (Carnarvon), and a resolution condemnatory of the Home Rule Bill was passed with only two dissentients. The proceedings concluded with a dance. for which Messrs. Johnson and Roberts, Cardiff, supplied the music. During the evening a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Christie for his hospitality..
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BARRY DISTRICT HEARTS OF OAK…
BARRY DISTRICT HEARTS OF OAK MEDICAL AGENCY. The third annual meeting of the Cadoxton and Barry District Hearts of Oak Medical Agency was held at the Club-room. Royal Hotel, Cadoxton, on Wednesday, the 10th inst. Bro. T. S. Thomas occupied the chair, and the following business was transacted ELECTION OF OFFICERS. Bro. W. Syms was elected president for the year, Bro. H. Fisher re-elected secretary, Bro. A. W. Margarie re-elected treasurer, and Bros. D. Hum- phries, T. S. Thomas, T. Box, G. Snook, and T. S. Williams as the committee. It was also resolved to send to the head office in London for the names and addresses of all the Hearts of Oak members in the district with the view of inviting them to join the Agency. The sum of 5s. was voted to the Thomas Marshall Memorial Committee, which has been formed for the purpose of erecting a memorial to the memory of the late secretary as evidence of their grateful appreciation of his earnest, faithful, and efficient services during the 26 years of his secretaryship, in which time the number of members in the Society to 130,000. The question of forming a branch of the country Member Representative Association was deferred until next meeting, which will be held at Rosser s Coffee Tavern, Holton-road, Barry Dock. The auditors reported that the books were correct. THE ANNUAL BALANCE. SHEET was read to the meeting, the summary of which is as follows :—Income, R 13 Os. 6d.; expenditure, £ 12 2s. 3yd.; balance in hand, 10s. 2-Jd.; balance in hand last report, £ 3 0s. 5d. total balance in hand, £ 3 18s. 7Jd.
'MISS JENNER AND THE POLICE.
MISS JENNER AND THE POLICE. Miss Jenner, of Wenvoe, evidently takes more than ordinary interest in the police force of the county in which she lives and the country generally. On Saturday last she gave practical proof of her appreciation of the services of the I constabulary by trudging on foot all the way from her home to Cardiff, and in addressing a contingent of the force, who assembled at the Canton police station, attired in their new caps and new serge jackets of improved design and enhanced comfort. Additional interest was im p:trted to the event by the presence of Colonel Liadsay. who. taking advantage of his visit from Ireland to his son, who succeeded him in the chief constableship of the county, renewed his acquaint- ance with the force. Miss" Jenner having obtained permission to address the men remarked that she was one those who travelled a good deal up and down the country, and she felt perfectly justified in congratulating the Glamorgan constabulary upon their gener%L demeanour and good dis- cipline. shown especially ii the country districts, where they were not so much under supervision as in large towns. She referred with pleasure to the visit of Col. Lindsay from "Paddy's Land," and called for three hearty cheers for him. The call was readily responded to, as was a similar call for cheers for Captain Lindsay and D.C.C. Wake. The members of the force present were evidently very much pleased with Miss .Tenner's kindly solicitude.— Western Daily Press, Bristol.
CORRESPONDENCE.
CORRESPONDENCE. The Editor does not hold himself responsible for the opinions of his Correspondents. .r'j' ,,ro. r.¿'>.J .J'" '1'- WELSH IN SCHOOLS. TO THE EDITOR. SIR,—Perhaps you will allow me to use the familiar columns of the Star to say a few words in reply to the remarks of Mr. Davies, of Penarth, with regard to the teaching of Welsh in Elemen- tary Schools. I say that, in taking the line he did, Mr. Davies showed that he was no patriotic Welshman and a stranger to educational methods. Why should Welsh be taught ? These briefly are the reasons. (1) Welsh has an educative value as great as French or German. (2) Welsh has a practical value, to children in Wales, which is not possessed by French and German. (3) By teaching Welsh, we 'give the children of Wales a linguistic training. We cannot teach them French because we have no French children and nu French teathers. (4) It is but right that Welsh children should possess a literary acquaintance with their cwn languages. For a man to speak Welsh, and not to be able to read or write it. is to confess himself a boor," said Lord Bute. Mr. Davies' idea of "patriotism" seems to be to allow Welsh children to grow up to be boors.-Youfi;, &c., W. LLEWELLYN WILLIAMS. i i ■■ ■■ I WHERE IS THE CARETAKER OF THE CEMETERY.' TO THE EDITOR. Sm,—Sometime ago I planted a collection of flowers. on the grave of my dear little one at Merthyr Dovin Cemetery, but in a week or two many of them were uprooted and stolen. This is a hardship, and very trying- to the feelings of surviving relatives. There is a caretaker em- ployed by the Burial Board, and he lives at the cemetery, I understand. I should like, therefore, if a little better vigilance were exercised.—Yours, &c., PARENT. Cadoxton, May 16th, 1893. AN INTOLERABLE NUISANCE AT BARRY DOCK. TO THE EDITOR. SIR,—Please allow me to call the attention of the Barry Railway Company to the fact that they have on their dock property a most prolific source of inconvenience and danger. I refer to the extremely miserable gateway (or passage) leading from opposite Culley's Hotel and the Company's and Government offices, and the railway station. This so-called stile consists of three or four un- sightly posts stuck in the ground, and being nearly as low as the step of which it is approached in the upper side, and the place being constantly infested with loafers of the lower class of sailors and hobblers, it is a cause of great annoyance and delay to the hundreds of persons who pass up and down every day. That the Company should even have allowed such an ugly structure to be put up is to me unaccountable, and the sooner it is re- moved and replaced of something more presentable and useful the better for all concerned.-I am, &c., BROKER."
GLAMORGANSHIRE REFORMATORY…
GLAMORGANSHIRE REFORMA- TORY SCHOOL. The report of the managing committee of the Glamorganshire Reformatory School for the year 1892, contains a reference to the visit. of her Majesty's inspector (Mr. Rogers) in July last, and of his favourable impression of the work as embodied in his very satisfactory report. The average number of boys during the year was 60, maintained at a cost of £ 17 4s. per bov. Financially, the institution continues to be in a prosperous condition. For many years there has been a considerable balance in its favour at the end of each year, the money in hand as the result of the last year's working being represented by a sum of £ 287 Os. 7d.
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THE CADOXTON-BARRY HISTRIONIC…
THE CADOXTON-BARRY HISTRIONIC SOCIETY. GRAND PERFORMANCE OF "UNCLE" AT IDDESLEIGH HALL One would almost imagine that with the run of performances by the local Histrionic Societies which we have witnessed of late that the people are getting a little tired of patronising them, but such does not appear to be the case, as the large audience wh:ch assembled in Iddesleigh-hall (late Theatre Royal), Cadoxton, on Wednesday evening showed. It will be remembered that a few weeks ago the Cadoxton-Barry Histrionic Society, of which Mr. E. A. H. Stewart is the stage manager, after giving a very successful performance of Withered Leaves" and" Sudden Thoughts," in aid of the funds of St. Mary's Church, Holton-road, announced their intention of performing' II. J. Byron's well-known comedy, in three acts, en- titled, » UNCLE," in aid of the Pontypridd Colliery Disaster Widows' and Orphans' Fund. Notwithstanding the fact that a similar performance in aid of the same object took place last week, the attendance was good, while the piece was staged and carried through in a very able manner. One thing, however, deserves especial reference in Oll': introductory remarks. Mr. J. P. Greenwood was to have impersonated Paul Beaumont, a young man who was forbidden to marry, but who was very much married. How- ever, at the last moment, Mr. Greenwood was called away from the district on business, and Mr. W. H. Tayior (at two days' notice), filled the breach, and took the part with great success. The piece, Uncle," opens with a very good scene, and Sarah Jane, the typical housemaid (without the h ") is found giving vent to her feelings, and her opinion of missus in particular. There had evidently been row down- stairs," and Sarah Jane had been dismissed at a moment. Paul Beaumont, with painful memories of Chops Chops Chops protested against a good cook leaving, and her place being filled by a charwQmai. But the newly married Mrs. Beaumont was determined to stand upon her dignity, and so Sarah Jane had to go. Then Paul desired to know how things were to be managed withont a servant as cash was rather low. his Uncle upon whom he was dependent not having forwarded his usual allowance. He too expresses a desire to mingle with a few of his old friends, but as the suggested visit to the Club would deprive Mrs. B. of dear Paul's company ,she protested, and suggested that an old friend, PETER FLETCHER SHOULD BE IXVITED. Paul was delighted, and especially as he had already asked Fietcher to spend a day with them. Strange to say, Fletcher does drop in unexpec- tedly, and at once begins spooning with Mrs. Beaumont, much to the discomfiture of Paul, who does all in his power to get Fletcher away. Every move suggested by his jealous nature was promptly checkmated by the inevitable Fletcher, and the excuse of Paul that they had no servant brought forth the capping answer from Fletcher that he could cook, or even make his bed. Driven to despair, Paul orders dinner from the local confec- tioner, and this is brought in, with plenty of pie," by Puffins, the pastrycook. Fletcher helps" to lay the cloth for dinner, and as he lays the table he finds ample opportunity to spoon with Mrs. Beaumont, Paul in the meantime sitting in a boiling- rage, which compared very unfavourably with the champagne which he was afterwards called upon to pro- cure. That was decidedly slow, but evidently induced Paul to tell Fletcher how if his Uncle knew he was married he would be ruined. Dinner passed off very well, as did also that champagne," which, however, nearly choked poor Paul. But THE CLIMAX WAS REACHED when the loud knocking and ringing at the door .71 caused all to jump to their feet. Paul saw visiors of his dreaded uncle, which Fletcher confirmed from the view he obtained of the door from the window. He said he saw the counterpart of Paul's vision, and the first act is brought to a close with a very realistic scene of Paul fortelling his own ruin. The Second Act opens with something behind the scenes. The cabman, who has brought a fare to the door, is loudly demanding more than his due, and Paul is then seen leading on to the stage his Uncle." Now this individual, who is a decidedly warm old gentleman on matrimonial questions,and well-deserves the title of a dried-up old pepper box," having been jilted in early life is deter- mined to prevent his nephew marrying. Paul, at his wits end when questioned about his affairs, pleads that he knows nothing about sweethearting, and at last he tells his Uncle that Mrs. Beaumont is the wife of Peter Fletcher, although he has a decided objection to the latter speaking in endear- ing terms to the former. The Uncle takes an afternoon nap, and whilst asleep in the chair is disturbed by Miss Emily Montrose, who with her aunt is IN SEARCH OF FURNISHED APARTMENTS, and she has wandered into Paul's house, in the hope of securing it. The Uncle awakens, and thinks that he is talking to the supposed Mrs. Fletcher, being unable to see the young lady dis- tinctly, as he had lost his spectacles. He thinks Mrs. Fletcher decidedly bold in asking him ques- tions as to whether the house is to let, and after she has taken her departure finds his spectacles, and tackles Mr. Fletcher about his supposed wife's behaviour. Fletcher, thinking that Mrs. Beaumont has confessed the secret of her marriage, says something to the Uncle, which arouses his^sus- picion, but in the wrong direction. The Uncle tells Paul, and that individual goes for Fletcher, but, thinking that Peter was one too many for him, calms his troubled mind. Fletcher says that Mrs. Beaumont has "letthe cat out of the bag," but this the lady denies, and poor Peter gets it hot from both. The Uncle gets in everyone's way, and fancies that Mrs. Fletcher is a nice little girl. Paul tries to get him out of the house, but it is all to no use. The third act is decidedly good, and after a regular make-up between Peter and Emily, they are caught sweethearting by the Uncle, who. seeing Peter with Emily, thinks that the supposed Mrs. Fletcher should be pitied, but suddenly discovers that person making love to Paul (her own husband), and looks upon it as A CASE OF TIT FOR TAT.' Matters go on from bad to worse with Paul, who cannot summon up courage to tell his dear Uncle, who he describes as the little old man" that he is married. But the Uncle finds out from the dis- missed housemaid all about the affair. Sarah Jane returns for her box, and taking Uncle to be a man in possession" tells him all about Paul s wedding, but gives him a good character. The Uncle swears vengence, and treats all that Paul says afterwards as rubbish, but the loving smiles of Mrs. Beaumont, the dear niece, put all things right. Peter and Emily make it up, and the whole ends remarkably well. The following was "THE CAST." Uncle Bootle, a dried-up old pepper box. Mr. D. McCallum Paul Beaumont, forbidden to marry, but very much married Mr. W. H. Taylor Peter Fletcher, his friend, but engaged to Emily Mr. Wallace Davies Puffin with a, pie, that is a pie .Mr. F. Chappell Cabby. heard but not on view.Mr. E. A. H. Stewart Mrs. Beaumont, the cause of all the trouble .Miss Edith Williams Emily Montrose, another trouble Miss Florence Williams Sarah Jane, a typical 'ousemaid Mrs. Stewart Mr. D. McCallum was remarkably good as the Uncle, and showed off the whims of that dried-up old pepper box to advantage. The way in which he went through his part when he lost his spectacles and made the mistakes in connection with it was good, Mr.. W. H. Taylor acted the role of the unhappy married nephew to perfection, and his jealous raving was quite up to date and equal to that of any real live husband. Mr. Wallace Davies was very taking as Peter Fletcher, and the masterly manner in which he treated the insults of poor Paul Beaumont created much merriment. Mr. E. A. H. Stewart, as the cabby, did not have much to say, but he was loud voiced and quite convinced those present that there was someone behind the scenes who had a finger in the pie. No, we do not mean the pie that Mr. Fred Chappell, as Puffins, brought on in his capacity as the confectioner's man. Miss Edith Williams ful- filled the part of Mrs. Beaumont in a very grace- ful manner, and the way she treated Sarah Jane when dismissing her would do credit to any mistress. She was very loving and real-like with Paul, to say nothing of THE LITTLE FLIRTATION WITH PETER. Miss Florence Williams, although not appearing until late in the piece as Edith Montrose was all that could be desired as a jealous young miss, and talked with much confidence to Peter on the question of the probability of bringing a breach of promise action against him. She did the pouting part well, and stamped her little foot in a very realistic manner. The remaining character was that of Sarah Jane. This was taken by Mrs. Stewart, and she gave every satifaction, dropping her "h's'' and her independence well. Miss Richards acted as prompter Mr. J.Howell, business manager and Mr. Wallace Davies, ton. secretary. Mr. Stewart, upon whom the brunt or the work fell, discharged the duties of stage manager well. THE BARRY STRING -AND was in attendance, under the eonductorship of Mr. Alfred Rees, and played the following selec- tion of music :— Overture ..Le Diadem. Waltz Primaviru. March Turkish March. Waltz El Dorado. — .Xantch Dance. March .Saxon March. The performance was a decided success, and did credit to all concerned. The acting would equal many professionals, and was decidedly above the standard of amateur performances. Each one who had a part did well, while the business arrange- ments, carried out under the personal supervision of Mr. Howell, were all that could be desired. Behind the scenes Mr. Stewa,rt managed admirably, while the la,dy friends had evidently bestowed much care and attention on the floral decoration of the stage. We hope that in the near future we shall have the pleasure of again witnessing such a performance.
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VOICES FBM AFAR." [BY THE MAX IX THE MOOX.] IN THE HOLTON-ROAD. Aunt Maria (to her nephew)—Those little ones down below try to be funny but, now that the old woman has gone, they utterly fail. Her Nephew'Yhat have they been doing now ? Surely, they would not dare say anything against the Sta I' ? Aunt Maria—Not exactly that, my boy. They are only pokein-fun. But the laugh is turned against them this time, in spite of all their scheming. It is not necessary, you know, to rn-sh the Star, as it sells upon its merits. But—it is time to wind up now.
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QUOITS. • — SOUTH WALES AND MONMOUTH- SHIRE QUOIT ASSOCIATION. DIVISION "C." This match was played on May 8th, St. Fagan's winning by 27 points. ST. PAGAN'S LISWERRY. Pts. Pts. W. Spillers 21 G.Harris 10 J. Welsh 21 G. Pearce 8 D. Welsh 15 G. Gregory 21 J. Blick 21 W. Hockey. 6 E. Burke 9 E. Parsons 21 S. Thomas 21 H. Ainge 11 W. Whiting 21 W. Collins 13 E. John 9 T. Pearce 21 Total 138 Total. Ill ST. FAGANS v. WHARTON. This match was played on May 10th, St. Fagan's winning by lUi) points. ST. FAGAN'S. WHARTON. Pts. Pts. W. Spiller 21 Temple. 9 J. Welsh 21 Bufton 7 D. Welsh 21 Michael 4 J. Blick. 21 Graham 4 G. Morette 21 Louis i W. Whiting 21 Crocker 18 S. Thomas 21 Harner 5 E. Burke 21 Masters. 8 Total 138 Total 59 ST. PAGAN'S v. MACKINTOSH.. This match was played on May 13th, resulting in a Will for St. Fagan's by 51 points. ST. PAGAN'S. MACKINTOSH. Pts. Pts. W. Spiller 21 T. Roberts 4 J. Welsh 21 Iloskins 4 J. Blick 21 Bishop 9 D. Welsh 21 Harrison 12 E. Burke 21 Jelling 9 S. Thomas 18 Candy 21 W. Whiting 14 Camming 21 E.John 15 Watkins 21 Total.152 Total 101 ACCIDENT TO A FAMOUS QUOIT PLAYER. A serious accident befel the champion quoib player of the world, Mr. J. McGibbon, of Llanelly, early on Monday morning. McGibbon is em- ployed at the Morfa Steel YY oris s, and whilst engaged with the tongs at the large hammer, the handle of the tongs were jerked into his side, inflicting a serious wound. His injuries were attended to by Dr. Sydney J. Roderick. McGibbon had been engaged to give a series of exhibition quoit games at the World's Fair, and was intend- ing to leave for Chicago next week.
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