The Aberdare Leader

Long Sleng at Aberdare. Aberdare was visited this week by Long Sleng who is reported to have been the greatest burglar of modern times, and who was a companion of the notorious Charles Peace. In company with Johnny Grey he held meetings at the Constitutional Hall on June 3rd, 4tli, and 5th. His subjects are as varied as they are interesting. One is Stepping stones to a life of crime and im- prisonment." Another favourite subject of his is "Waiting trial for murder." His Convict story" is also very illustrative and exciting. Sleng appears in prison habit, and the burly ex-convict, clad in this un- gainly garb and bound in fetters and shac- kles, presents a strange aspect. His last arrest was at the pit bank of Wingate Colliery. Sleng is doubtless a wonderful character, and a personified miracle of sav- ing grace. He has held spell-bound hundreds of audiences throughout the United King- dom, and his visit to Wales is marked by no diminuation of enthusiasm.

Mepthyp Board of Guardians. There were present at the meeting of the above on Saturday morning Mr. John Rogers (chairman), Father O'Reilly and Rev. J. Hathren Davies (vice-chairmen), Mrs. D. M. Richards, Mrs. J. B. Evans, Messrs Thomas Evans, J. Aurelius, Thomas Weale, Joseph Caughlin, Joseph Morgan, V. A. Wills, W. Walters, John Lloyd, John Morgan, Rees Evans, Rees Rees, John Williams, S. Hawkins, David Edwards, David Evans (Hirwain), W. Williams, J.P., Edward Edwards, J.P-, Thomas Williams, David Evans (Merthyr), John Jones, John Jones, John Evans (Treharris), Jenkin Edwards, Rev. W. S. Davies, and Mr. F. T. James (clerk). SMALL-POX. The minutes having been read and adopted, the Clerk reported that there were no fresh cases of small-pox in Aber- dare. One had been discharged from the Isolation Hospital and the other two were progressing favourably. Merthyr was free from the disease. COUNTY ASYLUM. A discussion arose concerning the escape of one of the inmates of Bridgend Asylum. Mr. Wills suggested that the Medical Officer should examine the mental condition of the man and advise them on that point. Mr. D. Evans thought the authorities had been rather lax in allowing the man out. The Clerk read Dr. Prindle's letter that the man Richard Biddle was full of morbid fancies, declaring he never slept, which was not the case. ;n The Chairman mooted, that the Clerk should write to ask li,lill Biddle managed to escape and get an exp- uition on the matter. This was adopted. ar CORONATION FESTIVITIES. Mrs. Wills, of the Ladies Visiting Com- mittee, wrote suggesting that the paupers should have a trip to the seaside on Corona- tion week. Mrs. D. M. Richards said that many of them were infirm and would not be able to go. Mr. J. Morgan was of opinion that those who were able to go should be allowed to go. Last year it did not cost much money. Father J. O'Reilly said they ought not to allow people from outside to come between them and those under their care. He also believed that the dinners the Guardians in- tended to provide for the workhouse inmates would be far more acceptable than a trip to the seaside. (Hear, hear). This view was agreed to. VENTILATION. Mr. W. Walters complained that the venti- lation of the Board Room was defective, and added that it would be well to discuss the matter at a future meeting. The Chairman You mean that the ques- tion wants ventilating. (Laughter.) OUT-DOOR RELIEF. Mr. Joseph Caughlin proposed that a suit- able room be set apart in Dowlais for the application of out-door relief. Mr. John Lloyd said it was a great hard- ship for aged people to go down to Merthyr. He seconded the proposition that the officers should make enquiries with regard to ob- taining a room for the purpose. This was adopted. ORPHANS. Two children, whose parents were both dead, had been admitted to the workhouse. Mrs. Saunders, aunt of the children, now wrote offering to take charge of the elder if the Board would adopt the younger. The Chairman moved that this be done, and Mrs. D. M. Richards seconded. MASTER'S REPORT. The Master of the Workhouse gave the record of attendance of the inmates at places of worship; also the list of those admitted to the Infirmary and the House.

Abercynon Police Court. On Wednesday, before Mr. T. Marchant Williams (Stipendiary). DRUNKS. Benjamin Beynon, Abercynon, appeared in answer to a summons for being drunk and disorderly, and was fined 10s. and costs.— James Morgan, Abercynon, was fined a like amount for being in the same condition. C, UNLAWFULLY PRESENT. James Rowlands of Porth, was charged with unlawfully being on licensed premises, and was mulcted in 15s. and costs. OBSCENE LANGUAGE. John Gould, Bertie Truman, Thomas Lewis, John Lewis, and John Curwen Evans, were each fined 10s. and costs for using obscene language. Annie Polkingham preferred the same complaint against John Bowden, Abercynon, with the result that he was ordered to pay a fine of 20s. and costs. DRUNK AND DISORDERLY. For being in an intoxicating state at the T.V.R. Station, Abercynon, James Hobbey was fined 20s. and costs.—Edward Edwards, for being drunk and disorderly was ordered to pay 10s. and costs or 14 days.

Singing Festivals. The annual singing festival of the Con- gregationists (Centre Division) was held on Monday last at Noddfa Chapel, Godre Aman, in the morning, and at Siloa Chapel, Aberdare, in the afternoon and evening. The following churches were represented Bethesda, Abernant; Moriali, Aman Cwni- aman Noddfa, Godre Aman Bethel, Tre- cynon and Siloa, Aberdare. The chief figure of the day was Mr. W. J. Evans, Aberdare, who is no less accom- plished as a conductor of the Gymanfa Ganu," than when presiding at the organ. The singing throughout throughout the day under his baton, was both effective and en- thusiastic. If anything it enhanced the great reputation of Welsh Congregational singing. Mr. Dan. Edwards, Aberdare, ably accompanied. MORNING MEETING. The following hymns and anthems were stilig:-Vernon, Brynaman, Bryn Moriali, Ludwig, Voelallt, Narberth, Molwcli yr Arglwydd (John Thomas, Llanwrtyd),and Awn a meddianwn y wlad (D. Jenkins, Aberystwyth). The meeting was presided over by the Rev. D. Silyn Evans, Siloa. An excellent address was given by Mr. J. Bowen Jones, manager, Aberaman Collieries. The Chairman also made some very en- couraging remarks. AFTERNOON MEETING. The Rev. J. B. Evans, Bethesda, Aber- nant, was the chairman of this meeting, and in his address referred to the sad death that took place in that chapel the previous even- ing. Mr. D. Davies (Lewi Fychan) also gave a stirring address. The following were sungIiugelman, Dorcas, Pantycelyn, Y Pererinion, Hungerford, and Penartli, and the anthem aforenamed. EVENING MEETING. The evening meeting was presided over by the Rev. D. Silyn Evans, who also made a feeling reference to the sad occurrence at Siloa the previous evening. The following were sung :— Cynhauaf, Hebron, Silyn (specially composed by the able conductor, Mr. W. j. Evans, and named after the re- spected minister of Siloa), Ivor, Ravens- worth, and Pendarren. The annual festival of the juveniles of the lower division was held at Saron Chapel, Aberaman, at 2.30 and 6.30 o'clock. The chapel was crowded on each occasion. The chairman of both meetings was Mr. Issac Jones, Aberdare, The conductor was Mr, Hugh Evans, Soar, Aberdare, who went through his work in a masterly manner, notwithstanding it was his first appearande in the festival meetings as a conductor. He has conducted the musical part of the services at Soar Chapel Aberdare, for some years, and it is a source of pride to many to see that the churches have acknowledged his talent by appointing him conductor of this year's festival. A bright future in the musical world is predicted for him. The accompanists were, Miss Maggie Richards, Soar, and Master Jonah Rees, Abercwmboy. Mr. Thomas Lewis, Cwm- bacli, also accompanied on the violin. The following were sung Ymdeithgan v Cristion (D. Watkins, Maesteg), Mae'r Iesu'n derbyn plant," Hyn fydd yn hyf- ryd," "Baneryr Oen," 11 Deuweli blant," II fw ddU$1 i wiz le&U "$Y. J. T. Davies, G.T.S.C., Hirwain), Yr Oen Difai," Am yr ysgol rad Sabbotliol," Bethlehem (P. Rees, Abercwmboy), Milwyr Sion (J. O. Davies, Neuaddlwyd, Aberteifii), Sanct- eiddrwydd (D. R. Davies, A.C., Cwmbach), and Daeth boreu i'r adar man." The children went through the catechism, which was conducted by the Rev. H. P. Jenkins, Saron, Aberaman. They were given tea after the first meet- ing. The singing was all that could be desired.

Hirwain. On Monday the Musical Festival of the Baptist Musical Association (Upper Aber- dare District) was held. The morning meeting, which was the children's special service, was held at Soar, Llwydcoed. Mr. David Evans, Gadlys, presided over the meeting, and Mr. David Morgan, Llwyd- coed, delivered the address, which is the peculiar feature of these musical functions. The following hymns and anthems were sung with vigorous hwyl" by the juvenile songstersYmlawenlia Golledig Fyd," Cariad Crist," "Baban Mair," "Milwyr lesu (by Mr. A. Watkins, A.C., Hirwain), Concwest (by Mr. Tom Williams, Llew'r Berth, Bertlilwyd), Arglwydd symud leni'r llawr," Yr Ysgol Sul," Bwlcli- yrliiw (by Mr. Arthur Thomas, A.C., Gad- lys), and a march song Marchog Iesu," composed by Mr. Edwin Griffiths, A.C. The afternoon meeting was held at Ramotli, Hirwain, under the presidency of Mr. Thomas Harris, Cwmdar. The lecturer for this meeting was Mr. Benjamin Evans, Cwmdar. The following hymns were sung Ernan, Gilead, Salem Lan, Austria, Leeds, Llangan, and Regent Square. Also the anthem Gostwng Dy Glust," by Glyndyrus Williams. At the evening meeting, which was held at Ramoth, the president was Mr. Owen George, Hirwain, and Mr. J. King, Heol-y- felin, deliver the address. St. Nicholas, Prysgol, Abertawe, Lichfield, Leominster, Llansanan, Berlin, and Malachi were the hymns sung at the meeting, and the anthem O'r dyfnder y llefais" (W. T. Samuel). The singing throughout the meeting was of a high order, and the warmth and vigour characteristic of Welsh congregational music was manifest to a high degree. The con- ductor was Mr. Arthur Thomas, A.C., Gad- lys, who is equally renowned as a composer. The accompanists were Mrs. D. W. Price, Heolyfelin, and Mr. John Williams, Cwm- dar. The officers of the committee, who have been most faithful and assiduous in the execution of their duties, were :—Chair- man, Rev. William Thomas, Cwmdar; trea- surer, Mr. David Morgan, Llwydcoed and Mr. Daniel Edwards, Gadlys, secretary. The following churches are comprised in the district which this Musical Association embraces :— Gadlys, Heolyfelin, Cwmdar, Llwydcoed, Hirwain, and Pontbrenllwyd. Great praise is due to to the promoters of this union for their praiseworthy object of raising the standard of the music of the sanctuary. It is evident that the organisers and workers in connection with the laud- able movement are diligent and faithful in the accomplishment of their exalted task.

Llwydcoed. On Monday, May 26th, the death occurred of Miss Hannah Davies, daughter of Mr. J. Davies, Hendre Baily Farm. C, Deceased was 21, and was held in great esteem by all her her friends. On Thursday her remains were interred at the Public Cemetery, a large number of mourners being present. The Revs. W. Samlet Davies and M. Price were the officiating clergymen. Profound sym- pathy was expressed for the relatives. "In the midst of life we are in death."

Trecynon. A SMOKER.—At the Apple Tree, Trecynon, on Wednesday evening, Mr. D. Jenkins in the chair. Songs were given by: Messrs D. Davies, E. Evans, T. Hughes, A. Davies, T. Garrett, J. Gwyn, D. Thomas, and D. Jenkins. Mandoline selections were given by Messrs. S. Davies, D. T: Davies, D. Leech, and J. Evans.

Sports and Pastimes. Speed the parting, welcome the coming guest. The winter has gone and summer has been ushered in; the football season weather has given way to the cricket season. But the pity of it is that cricket is not taken up with the zest which characterises the football matches. Given a good patch of ground, and the necessary paraphernalia connected with the game, cricket is a splen- did exercise to both body and i-iiilid. It is less dangerous and more ennobling. Taking the whole country the matches of the more eminent teams are followed with keen in- terest. The scoring of W. G. Grace, the Grand Old Man of cricket, and the runs of Ranji, have been matters of national in- terest. J But locally, cricket has never had any hold on the affection of the people. It is too tame a game. There is not enough of that excite- ment which is almost invariably associated with a good football match. For that and several other reasons cricket matches played by amateur cricketers will never become the centre of public attraction. However, two excellent teams have been formed in the Aberdare Valley, one at Aberaman and the other at Mountain Ash. | These two met together on Saturday after- noon at Aberaman Park. Aberaman won the the toss and had their innings first. The scoring was as follows Rooke, c Malvey, b Morgan 5 R. Williams, b Morgan 2 F. Ferrers, b Williams 18 Dr. Finney, b Morgan 9 A. Keevil.'c Dalbridge, b Williams 28 F. Caldicott, b Williams 2 T. D. Jones, st Sampbell,b Williams 0 J. Williams, b Williams 4 W. T. Farr, not out 12 Crumb, b Dalbridge 7 i J. Allen, b Dalbricige 2 Extras 11 Total 95 MOUNTAIN ASH. Sans Shipton, c & b Rooke 0 J. Malvey, b J. Williams 0 H. Malvey, c Williams, b Rooke 8 F. Dalbridge, st Finney, b ilooko 0 w. Williams, b J. Williams 10 G. Thomas, c Williams, b Rooke 12 0. Holley, c Ferrers, b Rooke 7 R. Morgan, run out 3 T. R. Wigley, c Keevil, b Rooke 2 T. W. Campbell, not out 0 D. Watkins, lbw, b Keevil. 2 Extras 1 Total 45 For Aberaman, Rooke took six wickets for 17 runs. Next Saturday afternoon, at the same pla,ce, the Aberaman team will play Ynysy- bwl. Wickets pitched at 3 o'clock. A keenly contested game is anticipated. The Whitsuntide sports i,-e an unquali- fied success, both in Aherd<1re and Mountain Ash. The devotees of these gatherings will be glad to U-avn that in Coronation week simUar functiont-i are to be held at the same places. The arrangements are well in hand, and splendid prizes will be given to the victors. Cyclists, cyclis-ist, cyclists are to be seen everywhere and every time. There is no 1 letter pastime on a cool summer evening than cycling, and young men and women have found this out. It is reported that the Porthcawl Disfeyst Council are providing their Surveyor "Üt}¡¡ p cycle, and tnat at a recent luoevyig aec^'j-^gd a tender for its repair, pioty >'• • argued, that if aU wu'vevo" • lt1 •' .s were riders Perhaps ch-ve fewer causes to 0aE^P*ness of roadmen in cuttings, Ac., lying about the = We remember Mr. W. T. Stead, when speaking of his own imprisonment, stating that every judge and magistrate, before com- mitting anyone to prison, should first ex- perience life witliin the prison walls them- selves. The theory of putting public men through the 11 mill" so that they may obtain first-hand knoAvledge of what they are about may seem very plausible, but hardly feasible.

HARMSTON and Co. FOR BEST VALUE IN Pianos & Organs By all the Leading Makers. Largest & best selected Stock in the district. PLYNOS. Iron Frame, Trichord, with Marqueftrie Panels, from 14 guineas, or 9s. 6d. per month. ORGANS. Full Compass, with Knee Swell, in Solid Walnut Cabinet Cases, from 5 guineas. Big Discounts allowed to Cash Purchasers. Special Discounts allowed off Makers' List Prices to Purchasers on an Easy Pay- ment System, which saves 10 to 20 per cent. from prices usually charged by other firms. Any instrument de. livered free on payment of first instalment. 1 Old instruments taken in exchange. Bargains in SECOND-HAND PIANOS AND ORGANS always on hand. PIPE ORGANS, PIANOS AND AMERICAN ORGANS, TUNED, REGULATED. AND THOROUGHLY RENOVATED AT LOWEST POSSIBLE PRICES. CONSISTENT WITH FIRST-CLASS WORKMANSHIP. Estimates of Repairs Free. ILLUSTRATED PRICE LIST POST FREE ON APPLICATION. HARMSTON and Co., 7, CARDIFF STREET, Aberdare. 20, CRANE STREET, Pontypool. AND HIGH STREET, Cincierford, t

Aberdare. WEDDING.—On Wednesday, this week, the Rev. J. Morgan Jones, B.A., Pastor of Taber- nacle Church, was married at Bridgenorth, Worcestershire, to Miss Lucy Evans, head- mistress at Worcester City. CALVARIA. The members of Calvaria Welsh Baptist Chapel have decided, by a large majority, to go in for a Pipe Organ. The instrument, which will cost about £ 720, will be constructed under the supervision of Mr. E. T. Davies, A.R.C.O., Mertliyr. As the price indicates, it will be one of the best, if not the best, pipe organ in the valley. POOK LAW CONFERENCE. Mrs. D. M. Richards, Wenallt, with Mrs. J. B. Evans, Dowlais, and the Rev. J. Hathren Davies, Cefn, represent the Merthyr Board of Guardians at the South Wales and Mon- mouthshire Poor Law Conference, held at Abergavenny, to-day (Thursday) and to- morrow. OBITUAKY.—The remains of Mrs. Samuel, the beloved wife of Mr. Samuel, steward of the Liberal Club, were taken away on Tues- day to Cilceuin, Cardiganshire, her native place, to be interred on Wednesday. Mrs. Y. S. Samuel, during the brief time she had re- sided at Aberdare, had endeared herself to all who knew her, and her death is greatly deplored. 3RD. V.D.B. THE WELSH REGIMENT.— Aberdare Detachment.—Orders by Col. D. R. Lewis, V.D., commanding A Battalion, for week ending June 14th.: — Monday, parade at 7.30 p.m., Company Drill; Tues- day, Morris' Tube practice, at 7.30 p.m.; Wednesday, Recruits Drill, 8 p.m.; Friday, Parade at 8 P.m., Company IJrill, plain clothes; Saturday, Class; Firing, 3 p.m. y, Club Shoot (Spoon Competition). — By order, W. D. Phillips, Captain, command- ing Aberdare Detachment. MRS. L. N. WILLIAMS.—It is with great pleasure that we state that Mrs. L; N-Wil- liams, Caecoed, i§ making steady progress towards recovery, Mrs, Williams has been severely ill of late, which caused no little anxiety to her family and friends. Now, we are glad to say, she is conva lescent, and we sincerely hope that she will soon attain the final stage of complete recovery. THE NEW TIIEATRF,Tlie great human drama, Two men and a woman," is played with power and effect at the New Theatre this week by Mr. Louis We Company. YEARLY anuiv,crtiary ser- vices of Highland Place Unitarian Church were held on Sunday, the officiating minis-, tec being the Itey, W, T. Jones, F,B,G.S. I Swansea. At the evening service, the Chapel Choir very effectively sang an anthem, Miss A. G. George, conducting. Miss S. George presided at the organ. Collections were made towards lessening the chapel debt. HIGHLAND PLACE.—Mr. Fisher Short of Sheffield has accepted the unanimous call of Highland Place Church to become their pastor. The members of the English Unitarian Church are rejoiced that he has accepted their invitation. Mr. Short will commence his duties in July. SALE OF PROPERTY.—Mr. W. T. Morgan, auctioneer, held a very successful sale of freehold and leasehold properties at the Queen's Hotel, Aberdare, on Thursday even- ing, May 29th. Nos. 21 and 22, Windsor Street, Trecynon, together with the piece of freehold land adjoining, was knocked down to Alderman Evans for 1,700. No. 44, Car- diff Road, Aberaman, was withdrawn at £ 330. No. 45, Cardiff Road, went to Mr. Gwilym Thomas, Aberaman, for t241. No. 47, Cardiff Road, was sold to Mr. W. Miles, Trecynon, for X201.

Aberaman. WHAT SOCIALISM IS.—On the Square on Monday a meeting under the auspices of the Aberaman Socialist Society was held. The speaker was Mr. Stansfield who spoke on the subject What Socialism is. About 300 persons had congregated on the Square. Mr. E. Stonelake (chairman) and Mr. John Davies also spoke. EDUCATION BILL.-An enthusiastic meet- ing was held at Gwawr Chapel on Wedncs- day. Chairman, Mr. B. Lewis. A resolution condemning the Education Bill was pro- posed by Rev. D. Davies, and seconded by Mr. P. D. Rees. Another protest was moved by Rev. H. P. Jenkins, and seconded by Mr. J. Davies. Another proposal that the reso- lution should be sent to all members of Parliament concerned was moved by Twrfab and seconded by Mr. J. Phillips. Messrs. Heppell, Roberts, G. Cumner, and Revs. J. Griffiths, and Solon Rees also spoke. The resolutions were unanimously carried.

Cwmbach. SMOKING CONCERT.—An enjoyable smoker was held at the Victoria Inn on Wednesday evening for the benefit of James Uphill. Mr. S. Hawkins was chosen chairman, and Mr. Benjamin Phillips, Cwmbach, vice- chairman. The following gentlemen contri- buted items to make up an excellent programme: Messrs. John Williams, Dan Hughes, William Stiley, Enoch Watts, Evan Evans, Tommy Mills, (Star of Wales), J. Morgans who gave selections on the mouth organ, David Rees, William Howells (clog dancer), and Enoch Davies. The chairman, on behalf of the members of the Cwmbach Dancing Class, presented Mr. W. Howells (secretary), and Mr. William Greening. M.C., with handsome silver pendants for duties done by them during the dancing season. After the presentation an able address was giveu by the chairman, which was heartily cheered. Votes of thanks were accorded the chairman, vice-chairman, and the artistes for their splended contributions towards the enjoyment of the evening. The meeting was closed by singing "God save the King."

Cwmaman. Cwmaman is a thriving mining village, and Cwmaman people are a progressive lot. In many respects they have left Aberdare far behind. They have all excellent Public Hall suitable for meetings and concerts. In connection with it is a splendid Public Library, which contains a useful and varied collection of works and magazines, besides the best daily and weekly newspapers, which are always kept in good order by the librarian, Mr. Ray. There is a system of electric lighting which contrasts brightly with the flickering gas lamps of Aberdare. With the growth of the place, and the ex- tension of the works, there is a continuous demand for houses, and Mr. W. J. Heppell, as a member of a deputation before the Dis- trict Council the other day, gave some very interesting figures of what had been done to cope with the demand. The prospects are exceedingly bright now that a new road will be constructed from Jubilee-road by Fair View joining the Fforchaman-road by the Rev. Thomas Humphreys' house. If this will be done the residents of Aberaman and Aberdare, who follow their employment at Cwmaman, as well as Cwmamanites who have business to do at Aberdare, will be greatly benefited by this new route, I v BENEFIT CONCERT.—A benefit concert was given at the Public Hall on Monday evening. The proceeds went in aid of Mrs. Catherine Davies, Cwmaman. Mr. Thomas Harris genially presided over those present. The artistes were Soprano, Miss Phoebe John, Cwmaman; tenors, Messrs. Thomas Thomas, Cwmaman, and Watkin Phillips, Aberaman, winner at the last Mountain Ash Cottage Eisteddfod; baritone, Mr. E. Evans, Cwma- man; cornet soloist, Mr. Eastwood, band- master of the Cwmaman Brass Band } elocutionist, Mr. Gwilym Phillips, Aberaman, The accompanist was Mr. Austin John, L.C.M., Cwmaman. In addition to these the Cwmaiuan Brass Band and Orchestral Band, conducted by Mr. George Williams, gave beautiful selections,. After a few intro- ductory remarks by the chairman the Brass Band opened with a powerful selection Songs of other days" (Wright and Round), conducted by Mr. Eastwood. This was the test piece in the Maclien Eisteddfod, in which the Cwmaman Band carried away second prize. Miss Phoebe John next gave a pathetic rendering of "Y gardotes fach." She was followed by Mr. Thomas Thomas who effectively sang "Galwad Tywysog." The baritone solo "Biorn, the Viking was then sang by Mr. Evan Evans who acquitted himself in an admirable manner. "0 na fyddai'n haf o hyd" followed by Mr. Wai.kin Phillips, and his, rendering elicited loud cheers. The cornet solo by Mr. Eastwood was a weloqme change from vocal to ill, mental musM, Mr, yi Phillips then gave a powerful and able recitation of Christmas day ill the Workhouse." "Hear ye Israel," by Miss John, followed. The Orchestral Band gave two selections and were loudly applauded. Mr. Evan Evans sang another song, and Mr. W. Phillips, A humorous recitation by t{. Piiilins^ which caused roars of daughter* broii' an enjoyable fevering tyi a close-, s S 4NNIY-ERSARY SERVICES.—F4',AV WNICH r M. Church held tliei- Welsh C. Qn Sunday aud 1aifu^]11 services iers wki V jL°llc^a.y 1^. A he nunis- » „ ^mciated were the Revs. David es, Mardy, and Thomas Davies, Treorky. I Collections were made at each service to liquidate the chapel debt. FREE LECTURES. Mr. W. Webley, the Evangelist, is delivering free lectures on re- ligious subjects every Tuesday evening at the Public Hall. On Tuesday, June 3rd., his lecture was The Lord's Apostle." Next Tuesday evening his subject will be The Law and the Gospel."

Mountain Ash. RE-OPENING SERVICES.—A sum of money reaching well into the four figures has been realised at the opening services of Nazareth, English Baptist Church. More eloquent and vigorous sermons, than those delivered on these days, have not been heard for some time at Mountain Ash.

Abercynon. MALE YOICE PARTY.—The music-lovers of Abercynon are making a laudable endea- vour to form a strong male voice party in their midst. The conductor is Mr. Humphry D. Harris, who is throughly capable of train- ing a party of this nature. The appointed treasurer is Mr. D. J. Harris, hairdresser, Abercynon, and the energetic secretary is Mr. John Davies, 2, Elizabeth-street. The party has been fortunate in securing the services of Miss Spencer, Cilfynydd, as accompanist. The party meet for practice on Wednesday evenings and Sunday after- noons. Persons desirous of joining may do i so by communicating with the secretary or attending one of the singing practices. There is splendid musical talent in Aber- cynon, and if they can all be got together and, with their conductor, devote their leisure hours in improving and training their voices, there is little doubt but that they might yet cause some trouble to the male voice parties in other parts of the country, in the eisteddfodic arena. AN INNOVATION. -The Abercynon people are organizing a Children's Flower, Fruit, Vegitable, and Art Industrial Exhibition and Eisteddfodette. The principal object of it is to cultivate knowledge of garden pro- duce in the district and to encourage and create an interest in children for the growth of flowers, &c. The president is the Rev. Morgan Jenkins. The hononary secretaries ard Messrs. W. M. Evans, Gwendoline- terrace, and W. T. Jones, Glancynon.