The Aberdare Leader

Hirwain. OUTING.—On Monday the Hirwain Daisy Cork Club had their first annual cuting, when they drove to Briton Ferry, then proceeding to Jersey Marine, where they spent a most enjoyable day. VISITORS.—During the past week three popular old Hirwainites have been spending a brief holiday in their native place, viz.: Revs. T. H. Jenkins, Nanty- cioel: T. E. Da vies, Clydach Vale; and Wii5. Williams, Congregational minister, Whitney, -Gloucestershire. We were pleased to see the rev. gentlemen looking so well. •EISTEDDFODIC.—Among the. prize- winners at the first day's proceedings 01 the National Eisteddfod at Swansea, we were pleased to note the name of Mr. lewis Davies, schoolmaster, Cymmei Givncorrwg, he having won the prize of ,£5 5s. for the best collection of the folk- lore of Neath Valley. Mr. Davies is an old Hirwain boy, and is a brother to Mrs Jones (blacksmith), Brecon-road. His native place, we feel sure, is de- lighted Wl his success. PRESENTATION.—Oil Friday evening last the members of the Hirwain Daisy Cork Club met together at their head- quarters for the purpose of presenting Mr. Arthur F. Webb, hon. sec. to the above club, on his departure for Aus- tralia. The chair was occupied by Mr. D. Hart, who in a well-chosen address paid an elegant tribute to Mr. Webb, ex- pressed regret at his leaving, and wished him bon voyage and God-speed. Complimentary addresses were, delivered by other members while several gentle- men contributed songis and recitations. The chairman, on behalf of the club, presented Mr. Webb with a beautiful Congo Thorn walking stick with two massive silver mounts, suitably in- scribed. Mr. Webb feelingly responded.

Cwmdare. OBITUARY.—Early on Wednesday morning Mr. Thomas Francis, a. resi- dent of this village, passed away. He had been employed at Bwllfa Colliery as blocklayer. ACCIDENT.—Whilst following his employment at Bwllfa Colliery (old pit) on Tuesday, Mr Enoch Evans received injuries to his back through the fall of a large stone upon him.

Aberdare. Value for Money.—For up-to-date Hats anct Caps, also Suits to measure (fit and style guaranteed), go to J. A. Evans, the noted Hat Shop, Constitutional Build- ings, Canon Street. A MEETING of the Aberdare Cres- cents will be held at the Commercial Hotel on Tuesday evening next at 7.30. All. are earnestly invited to attend. NOTICE.—Members of the Aberdare Male Voice Party are requested to attend practice on Sunday next, 3.45 p.m. sharp, Usual place, to prepare for the following Eisteddfods: Merthyr in October, Newport in December, and after the last named, they will rehearse the test pieces for the National at Llangollen, 1908.— Secretary. LIBERAL CLUB.-Tliis club is organ ising an innovation in the form of a Flower Show, which will be confined to members. The date is Monday, Sept. 2nd., and to all appearances, it bids fair to be a distinct success. This is the first show in the district organised by a club. Schedules have been forwarded to members by Mr. A. Watkins, the steward. Entries are to be in by Aug. 25th. PRIVATE SCHOOL.—In our adver- tising columns will be found an an- nouncement of the removal of Miss Richards' Private School from Maindv Place to Almorah, Cardiff-street. Iho latter place affords better facilities and more accommodation. The new term starts on September 2nd, and Miss Richards has vacancies for six pupils. Application should be made to Miss Richards, Almorah, Cardiff-street, Aber- dare. PERSONAL.—We are glad to note that Mr J. Griffiths, the respected head- master of Park Schools, is now gradually recovering from the illness which laid him low for more than a month, and is now able to go about. To a person so active in disposition as Mr Griffiths such a long confinement must have been very trying. We trust that he may soon re- cover his normal health. During the past month the enquiries at Park School-house have been exceedingly num- erous, which indicates the universal esteem in which Mr Griffiths is held.

Aberaman. OUTING—On Monday last the annual outing in connection witih the Salvation Army was held, when a visit was made to Aberavon. They travelled per T'.V.R. via Trelierbert on the Rhondda and Swansea Bay Railway, and. were accom- panied bv a goodly number of friends as well. The weather was pleasantly fine, and on the whole an enjoyable day was spent. GWAWR.—On Sunday evening last a rehearsal was held at the above chapel Under the auspices of the Baptist tem- perance Lodges of the district. Mr Wm. Evans. Cur re-street, presided, and there Was a large attendance present. Mr. W, Richards, Ynvslwyd, was the conductor, and the following hymn tunes were gone through :1—" Milwyr Dirwest," drecha Y11 wrol," Dw'r a'u oeidw n iach," and "Y Faner Wen. The an- them, Mor hawddgar yw dy bebyll, Was also sung splendidly.

Cwmbach. BETH ANT A .—The pulpit of the above chapel was occupied on Sunday last by Mr. Benjamin J. Jones, a student from the North Wales Baptist College at Ban- gor. He preached admirable, sermons in the morning and evening, which were well appreciated by the congregations. Collections were also made at the Oiin. day School on behalf of the college funds. DEMISE.—It is our painful duty to record the death of Miss Ceridwen aged 8, Richards-terrace, which occurred under rather unusual circumstances on Sunday last. She was on holidays at Swansea with her parents, and was acci- dentally kicked by a donkey whilst play- ing on the sands. As a result, inflam- mation set in, from the effects of whieh she passed away. The body was con- veyed home by .train on Sunday evening, when a procession was formed from the station to the deceased's house.

Cwmaman. If in need of artificial teeth don't for get to consult Messrs. Shipway an<f Williams, Mountain Ash, who visit CwEsaman every Tuesday from 2 to p m., opposite the co-ODBr4 cive Stores

Mountain Ash. WREATHS, Bouquets, Crosses, Harps, Poses, Button Holes, Cut Flowers, etc at F Turner's The Mountain Ash Flor- ist, 11, Allen-street. Advt. NOTICE.-Ati- Fred Allen, 20, Jeffreys- street, is our representative for Moun- tain Ash and district, and he has no connection with any other paper. i CHANGE. If you can't cnangp your clothes, you can change your tailor. "Try Horn Davies, Commercial-street, Mouh- tain Ash. fiiSND NEWSrMr- J°hn Griffiths, the ell-known conductor of the Mountain Ash Volunteer Band was adjudicator at Monday at Merthyr Vale AIR RIFLE LEAGUE.-A in connection with the above was held in mif aiicynoii Hotel on, Friday evening. ,rhe matter for consideration wa<s the formation of an Air Rifle League for Mountain Ash and District. It was de- cided to approach the Secretary of the j'St Glamorgan League in order to de- cide whether they should join that body agaln, and have two sections or form an entirely new league. f premier football team of Mountain Ash intend playing their trial match on Saturday, September 7th. All wishing to take part, please send in their names and position on field to the secretaries. Tenders are invited for the washing of clothing for the season. The tenders to be in secre- tory s hands on Monday, Avgvfit 26th. Junior Clubs requiring use of field should apply to secretary by Monday next. Advt. SDCCESSES.-The following is the list of the successes achieved by Mr. T. Muscott (Lord Aberdare's head gardener) at the Merthyr Show:—Open Class- 3 prizes for white grapes; 3 prizes for cauliflowers; 1 prize for bunch red celery; 2 prizes for bunch white celery; 1 prize for bunch turnips. Gentleman Gardeners' Classes: 3 prizes for four dishes of potatoes; 2 prizes for cauli- flowers; 2 prizes for bunches of eelery; 1 prize for bunch leeks; 3 prizes for bunch parsnips; 1 prize for basket of salad; 3 prizes for black grapes; 2 prizes for 3 dishes of vegetables. ST. DAVID'S WELSH CHURCH. The Sunday School scholars of the above church were entertained on Monday afternoon to their annual tea in the inansh. Room. About 100 children were present, and enjoyed a hearty meal pre- pared for them and distributed by the following ladies and gentlemenMes- dames D. Shepherd, J. Clarke, J. Pugh YVilliains, J. Williams, T. Phillips, F. Filer, H. Evans, Ed. Jones, — Morris, John Morgan, David Davies, and Evan Jones; The Misses A. Evans, M; A. Jones, M. Phillips, and M. Morgan; Messrs. J. Pugh Williams. D. Shepherd, Jenkin Richards, Tom Phillips, Harry Evans, and Joseph Edwards. After tea the children were taken to the Duffr m Grove, kindly lent for the occasion by Lord Aberdare. FUNEJRAL-on Monday last the death of Mr. Joseph Hobbs took place at 41, beymouristreet. The deceased, who was only 38 years of age, leaves a widow and four children. He had resided for several years in Caegarw, and had been employed as ostler at Messrs. Nixon's Navigation Colliery. The interment took place at Taunton, the birth-nlace of the deceased. The coffin, polished and with brass fittings, was supplied by Mr. Frank Mills. CONCERT.-Last Thursday evening a I grand miscellaneous concert was held at the Pavilion. The proceeds were to be devoted to the funds of the Ladies Choir and the Boys Choir for their expenses to the National Eisteddfod at Swansea. Dr. Davies Jones, who should have occu- pied the chair, was prevented by pro- fessional duties. He had kindly sent a handsome donation to the fund's. The Ladies Choir, conducted by Miss Morris, sa ng the test pieces, Change of Key and The Snow." The Boys' Choir, under the same conductress, nicely ren- dered "The Flag of Britain Old." Mr. I J. Thomas (Ap loan Dar) sang beauti- fully The Storm Fiend and H When Ebb Tide Flows," and Mr. Llew Jones pleased the audience with his fine rendi- tion of "The last watch" and "Llwybr yr Wyddfa." Mr. J. Morgan Bennett had a splendid reception for his song, "Tell her I love her so," and also with Madam e Williams (Llinos Gwalia) in the duet. "Hnvel a Blodwen." Mr. New- some France, that fine euphonium solo- ist, also gave a solo. Mr. Jack Gran- field, the comedian, sang two songs. The concert was closed by the singing of "God Save the King." SWIMMING.—A first meeting was held last Thursday night at the "Workmen's Institute to inaugurate a. swimming and polo club at Mountain Ash. Bv kind permission of the Workmen's Hall Committee, this has now become possi- ble, the use of the baths being granted. Mr. W. T Parfitt occupied the chair, and there were also present: Messrs. E. Powell, S. Lewis, Lewis Clarke. D. A. Dawes, V. Jones, T. Roach, W. Llovd, .J. Cotter, T. Davies, F. Mills, H. Harr.'s, Gwilym Pearce Jones, A. Jenkins. The following were the officials appointed: — Secretary, Mr. Ed. Powell-, captain, Mr. Lewis Clarke; vice-captain, Mr. W. Thomas. It was, decided to leave the question, of presidency of the club till next Thursday's meeting. OBITUARY.—Last Wednesday after- noon the interment of the mortal re- mains of Mr. Daniel Davies, 21. Stream- street, took place at Caegarw Cemetery. The deceased was 55 years of age, and had been ailing for about four years. He had been employed at Cwmcynon Col- liery, and was highly respected and es- teemed by all with whom he came in contact. He was a worshipner at- the Welsh Wesleyan Chapel, Prvee-street, and the pastor, the Rev. Morris .Tones, conducted the funeral services. He was a native of Llandovery, and had resided in Mountain Ash for about 35 years. The deceased was well known as "Duffryn Towy." He had palssed through the chair of the Ancient Britons. He has left behind him four sons, one of whom, Evan, is stationed with His Majesty's forces at Malta. The coffin was supplied by Mr. Frank Mills, who furnished the funeral throughout. The following at- tended to pay the last respects. The Ancient Britons and Messrs. David Owen, Wni. Jenkins, Geo. Rees1, Wm. Jenkins Ccheck weigher), Danl. Jones, David Harris, Wm. Michael Barnett, John Roberts, David Roberts, John Jen- kins, John Elias, David-Davies, Richard Hicks, Thomas Lewis, David John Lewis, Morris Eggleton, Thomas Williams. The Ancient Britons members were. Jos. Davies. Wm. Evans, Ed. Jones, John Jenkins, Richard Davies, John Williams, David Williams, Lewis Harris, and John Rees (New Inn). J CONCERT.—Last Monday evening the celebrated Royal Oakelev Silver Ban'' from North Wales gave a grand concert here. It requires no small amount of temerity .on the part of any conductor to bring a band to this district, where there are already existing three first class or- ganizations. The programme was care- fully arranged to suit practically, all classes of music lovers. From the ring" BÓlliante n March to the Halle- lujah Chorus, Mr. J. E. Fuller's justly famous band held the- audience entirely. Suppe's "Poet and Peasant was hand- somely rendered (perhaps more suitable for strings), and showed to advantage the instrumentalists' wonderful versa- tility. The conductor's cornet solos were beautifully played. Mr. Tudor Owen, A.R.U.M., a. fine ])a ritt-Tio 'with a wonderful range, sang splendidly Three for Jack," for which he received a well merited encore, then singing The Yeo- man's Wedding Song" in true artistic style. The artiste, however, was heard to greatest advantage in Jps. Parry's e, i Welsh descriptive song, "Pleserfad" y Niagara," which' he sang magnificently. The sustained notes were true to tone and without that vibrato so much heard amongst Welsh baritones. The lighter vein of 'the programme was amply tilled by Mr. Mark Thornton, whose humorous songs and witticisms place him in. the first rank of comedians. He is; without a doubt the finest comedian ever heard in the Aberdare. Valley. Mr. Fidler thanked the Mountain Ash Volunteer Band for their kindness in playing down to the hall that evening.

Penrhiwceiber. NATURE- will soon be dressed in a glorious garb. Why not visit Tom Davies, the Mountain Ash tailor, and garb yourself in his up-to-date, well- fitting suits. • Address, Commercial- vtreet, Mountain A

Ynysboeth. ^ULPIT.—On Sunday last the jftilpit of Tabernacle Welsh. Baptist Chapel was occupied by Mrs. Mary Nicholas, whose sermons were much appreciated by large congregations. PIGEON FLYING.—Mr. Wm. Bates, junior, won the race from Guernsey on Saturday last in connection with the Quakers' Yard Club. His bird is a young one, and had already won three other prizes.

Is it an Elopement CWMAMAN MAN'S DISAPPEARANCE Considerable stir has been created midst gossiping circles in Cwmaman by the news that a. former resident of Bryn- hyfryd, and a well-known inhabitant uf the village, had eloped with a widow who possesses three children. It was known that the man, who has been married 23 years, but was without any children, had not bEen on the best of terms with his wife for some time past. They had lived apart during the past few months, and in the meantime the husband nego- tiated for the sale of his own house, which transaction he eventually com- pleted. Nothing further was antici- pated, however, but a few days ago it transpired that he had suddenly left I the place, and had left word in certain quarters that he was going for a trip to Ireland. Upon further enquiries being made, it was found that he had taken sail for Australia, and there is almost conclusive proof that he is accompanied by the woman above referred to.

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The National Eisteddfod. IMPORTANT WIN BY AN ABEEDAEE MAN. Last Tuesday, at the Swansea, National Eisteddfod., the adjudication upon the three bardic chairs sent in for com- petition was given, when the chair hear- ing the -nom-de-plume of C'ynidr was awarded the best. The adjudicator (Mr. Goscombe John) referred in most complimentary terms to this chair, being most excellent, in de. sign and construction, and very sym- bolical in its decoration. It was one of the best bardic chairs he had ever seen, and was a splendid example of what such a chair should be. The maker of the chair and the recip- ient of the ten guinea prize and this flattering eulogium turned out to be Mr. David Thomas, Trevor-street, Aberdare. ¡ Mr. Thomas is a native of Llangynidr, Breconshire, and came to Aberdare about 20 years ago. He is employed as a carpenter by the building firm of Messrs J. Morgan and Son (Aberdare), Ltd.. The chair is of British oak, with seat and back of cowhide, and brass nailed. The front legs develop into representa- tions of the head of the emblematical "Welsh Dragon, and these act as supports to the arms of the chair. On each of the back pillars a leek is carved, while j in the intermediate panel a bunch of flowers is portrayed. This is Mr. Thomas's first trial in making an Eisteddfodic chair, and in view of the complimentary remark", of the distinguished adjudicator he is cer- tainly worthy of our warmest congratu- lationa.

Penrhiwcelber Pars. BY "DILLWYN." Penrhiwceiber is to be punished for the sina of the few. I don't know whether the Mountain Ash District Council have made any effort to find ten righteous men there, but at any rate Penrhiwceiber has to pay the penalty for bringing up wanton children who have no respect for property. The other day the members of the Edu- cation Committee paid a visit to the scene of destruction, and the sight that met their gaze convinced them how fool ish they had been in spending money to provide baths for .such as live at Pen- rhiwceiber. Mr. E. T. Williams had been trusted, but Mr. Williams knew not his own people, and his implicit faith in the inherent goodness and meekness of Penrhiwceiberites ,has been rudely shaken once more. On Tuesday member after member rose in succession to comment on the awful devastation they had seen. Mr. W. Millar spoke of the want of appreci- ation on the part of Ceiber people; Mr. Bruce Jones said that they would not be justified in spending any more money for a like purpose at Penrhiwceiber at all events, and Mr. B. Morris, a man from among those whose trial was taking place, had not a word tc say in defence of his people, but condemned youths or 14 to 17 for the want of respect shown to private and'public property. And so that is the lesson administered by the local authority. Capt. Gray, J.P., was not present, or lie would have driven the moral further home. How- ever, enough has been done, I hope, to convince these responsible for' the de- struction refericd to, that they eannoc escape with impunity, but must suffer together with many innocent people, the want of any like facilities in future They have been instrumental in giving Penrhiwceiber a bad name, and in bring- ing bad odour upon its people. Upon the site of the Baths will soon be built a new Boys' School. It is not stated why this particular site. was se- lected-whether it was to hide for ever the -ugliness of the scene, or whether it occurred to the members that a school would be the most fitting monument on such a spot, and upon such work as had been perpetrated there. Educate! edu- cate!! educate! Yes, a lot more of it is badly required at Penrhiwceibei. The Education Committee thought of trying an innovation in connection with this proposed new school. They enquired the cost of constructing baths instead of a covered playground. These baths wqlld, of course, be reserved for school children. They were meant to afford facilities to teach the young idea how to swim. But, alas, the cost was so great that when the figures were announced there was not a member left to support the proposal. And besides, the Clerk advised them that they had no power to provide baths for school children. But swimming kons is included in the school time- table," put in Mr. J. Powell. "That does not matter," replied Mr. Linton, the school might be situated near the sea, or near public baths, where children could be taken and taught how to swim." Mr. Powell was not satisfied, and was inclined to think that if the Board of Education placed certain instructions on the curriculum, the Education Com- mittee had power to provide facilities in order to carry those instructions out. At Aberdare nothing has been done by the Education Authority in the way of providing baths in connection with ele- mentary schools, but there the children are marched up to the Public Baths in the Park, where a practical lesson in swimming and diving is imparted by an instructor. I think the Education Com- mittee pay something to the Council for this privilegK

Mountain Ash Street Fatality. On Tuesday Daniel Charles Lewis. aged five years, son of Charles Lewis, 2, High-street, Mountain Ash, was killed in Aberdare-road, Mountain Ash, by being run over by a cart. The lad was running behind a water-cart which was going up the Aberdare-road opposite the Mountain Ash Inn, and he suddenly crossed the road and was knocked down by the cart of Thomas Gillart, 24, Glancynon-street, Miskin, and died almost instantly. At the Mountain Ash Police Station last Wednesday morning, Mr. R. J. Pbys (District Coroner) held an inquest con- cerning the death of the above child. Charles Lewis (father) identified, anr1 stated he was a collier. His child had defective eyesight, caused through a lump on the side of the left eye. Wm. Andrews, fish and fruit merchant, Penrhiwceiber, giving evidence, stated he saw the accident take place. He was driving--past the Constitutional Club to go round the corner when he saw a little child run from behind a watering cart, and he was immediately knocked down by a greengrocer's cart coming from the opposite direction. The wheel passed oyer the small of the back. The driver of the cart immediately got down and picked the boy up. The cart was going about five miles an hour. Thos. Gillard, 24, Glancynon-street, Miskin, deposed he was driving his own horse and cart from Aberdare.. and pass- ing the Mountain Aish Inn. He saw a I water cart coming towards him. The little boy ran from behind that cart, and was caught by his wheel, which passed over the deceased. He had about half a ton weight of greengroceries on the cart. He was on his correct side of the read. He stopped at once, and carried the lad to the house of his grandfather close by, where he died shortly after- wards. The jury returned a verdict of a Acci- dental Death," and added that no blame whatever was attached to the driver of the cart. The Coroner commented on the prac- tice of boys running after vehicles, which was quite a common source of that kind cf fatality.

Death of the Rev. 'T. T. Hughes, Mountain Ash. The news of the passing away of the late pastor of Ehos Chapel came as a great surprise to the Mountain Ash dis- trict. To the Baptist community the tidings came with staggering solemnity, and produced a general feeling of regret. The history of the rev. gentleman's CHree" is marked by wonderful versatility and r 'everness. He was born in Llauy- bythrand while a youth was appren- ticed the drapery trade_ with a mem- ber of the great Cule family at Treher- bert. The Baptist Church at Treherbert induced him to go in for the ministry. and he was taken in hand by the Vener- able Rev. H. Harris, pastor, and Ex- President of the Welsh Baptist Union. His preparation was so complete that in a. very short time he had qualified for admission to Haverfordwest College, where he distinguished himself in all his studies. Following his successes there he gained admittance to the University College, Aberystwyth, and throughout the whole course of his collegiate days, t was noted for his conspicuous ability. One remarkable characteristic which he carried through life was his wonderfully retentive memory, and if space per- mitted, some of the smartest memorising feats could be placed to his credit. He wag ordained pastor to the Baptist Chapel at Ffestiniog. North Wales, in 1890, and although his pastorate was only of two years' duration, he had in that short time endeared himself to every- one in the district. It was in the year 190*2 that his induction to the Rhos Chapel, Mountain Ash, took place, and during the whole of the time he occupied the rostrum of that place of worship un- til the time of his indisposition he was held in the highest esteem by all. It was deemed advisable in the early part of this year to place the rev. gentleman in a retreat, to rest his ever-working brain and body. Not recovering to his normal condition, it was thought advis- able a week ago to remote him to Car- marthen. On Tuesday morning an ur- gent message was received by his wife, summoning her to his side, and on the following day he quietly passed away. We would desire to associate ourselves with the general expression of sympathy towards his wife and children. Mr. Hughes was a prolific writer, and a poet of no small account. His hymns are being sung in the Baptist Churches every day, but his modesty did not allow the name of Thomas Tower Hughes to ap- pear over his compositions, but simuly the nom-de-plume of Chronos," Re- quiescat in pace.

Swansea Eisteddfod. LADIES' CHORAL CONTEST. VICTORY FOR PONT\TRIDD. Soon after one o'clock on Tuesday 1 the first choral event of the week was reached, viz., a contest for ladies' choirs of 40 to 50 voices, the test pieces being U Snow" (Sir Edward Elgar) and "Change of Key" (Bryceson Treharne). There was a first prize of £ 20. Of the seven choirs that had entered, two- Llangennech and Pembroke Dock-did not put in an appearance, and the re- mainder sang in the ft;llowing order: Bangor Ladies' Choir (conductor, Mr. G Williams); New Tredegar Ladies' Musical Society (conductor, Mr. D. A. Parry); Pontypridd Ladies' Choir (con- ductor, Mr. W. Morgan, A.C.); Swansea Ladies' Choir (conductor, Mr. John Lewis); Cynon Ladies' Choir (conductor, Miss E. A. Morris). Dr. Walford Davies, in announcing the result, ,said that the adjudicators found that the soprani of the Bangor Choir were a little shrill; their enunci- ation was good, but they sharpened bad- ly. They showed real energy in their second piece, but their rapid passages were too quickly sung to be effective. They might be reminded that it was very necessary to adjust the tempo to the size of the building. The New Tredegar Ladies' Musical Society did their accents well and showed great energy, but the trebles allowed themselves to be a little untidy* in going from syllable to sylla- ble. Their energy was their great 7 'dnt. The Pontypridd Ladies' Choir were of a far finer quality, and their expression was splendid, but perhaps a little over done. There was a great danger, in sing- ing modern pieces, of overdoing -he HC- cents and taking them too literally. The choir showed that breadth of conception and power which was so rare, and as rare as it was masterly. The Swansea Ladies'" Choir showed good form and quality, and had a most careful L 1 expression. The Cynon Ladies' Choir flattened rather badly in the first piece, but showed good quality, good feeling, and liiany generally beau- tiful effects, and their choice of tempo was the best of all. The adjudicatois had. no hesitation in placing the choirs in the following order:—Pontypridd took the prize, and Swansea and Cynon were highly commended. PLATFORM GIVES WAY. j Punctually at one o'clock on. Wednes- day, the hour advertised for the chief choral competition, the Cwmavon Choir made its appearance on the platform, j and were accorded a flattering reception. After the overture had been played by the orchestra, under the conductorsirp of Mr. Whittaker, the choir took up the opening bars of "See what love hath the Father," when a tremendous crash was heard from the rear of the pavilion, fol- lowed by a succession of shrieks from affrighted females. No one seemed to know what had happened, and for a few minutes there was a scene of general confusion, which might easily have ended in disaster had it not been checked by the presence of mind of some of the offi- cials. A nasty rush was made for the exit doors, and the choir platferm was besieged by a section of the audience anxious to find some place of «,aietv. The prevalent idea was that the roof was giving way, but fortunately, this terrible fear was not well-founded. What had occurred was that the flooring of the rear promenade for half the width of the pavilion had given way. It had been fixed on an inclined plane above the ground, and had been supporting a crowded mass of humanity—about 300 or 400 persons, it is estimated—who were all precipitated a distance of from 5ft. to 10ft. with great violence on to the ground below and hurled among the debris of broken timber. Danny Walters, the well-known cap- tain of the Llanelly Football Club, sus- tained a fracture of two ribs and injuries to one of his legs. He was conveyed home in a cab. THE CHIEF CHORAL. The test pieces were, See what love" and H The nations are now the Lord's," both pieces taken from the oratorio St. Paul. Ten choirs competed. All the adjudicators were unanimous in award- ing the first prize to Cardiff (conducted by Mr. Roderick Williams), and the second to Brynamman (Mr. E. Evans).

Notice. THE Aberdare and District Art Union JL has been postponed until Wednes- day, September 25th, 1907. All moneys and duplicates must be in the hands of the secretaries not later than Wednes- day; Sept. 18th. List of winning numbers will appear in the Abebdare Lbadbr the following day. D. S. JONES, \G JOHN MORGAN, FBIICS- Disclaimer. I hereby declare that I am not the Ernest Eyles who recently appeared in the Bankruptcy Court, and further I am not related to him nor have any connection with him-business or other. wise. Signed, ERNEST EYLES, 42, Phillip street, Mountain Ash. Dated-Aug. 22nd, 1907. Church Fete AND SIPORTS, Duffryn Grove, Mountain Ash, TO BE HELD ON Monday, Sept. 2nd, 1907. COMMENCING AT 2 O'CLOCK. First Prize 120 Yards 18. First Prize Novice Race t4. and other big events. LARGE ENTRIES. Admission Is. (Including Tea.) Sports only, 6d. Mountain Ash Volunteer Band plays during the day. Dancing on the Green.

Abercynon. HUERY UP.—The Institute Drapery Stores SALE is drawing to a close. Bar- gains still to be obtained. John Charles, Edward-street. AMBULANCE SUCCESS. The local ambulance corps was (successful in ob- taining a third prize in competing in the East Glamorgan Show at Nelson. The captain was Mr. W. Griffiths. PULPIT.—On Sunday Mr W. Morgan, a. student at New College, London, occu- pied the pulpit of the English Congrega- tional Chapel. Impressive and eloquent sermons were delivered. The soloist was Mr. Harold Battram. FUNERAL.—On Monday afternoon the mortal remains of Mr James Wheel- er's little child, of Abercynon-road, were interred at the Abercynon Cemetery. The Rev. Nathaniel Jones officiated. INTERMENT. Last .Wednesday afternoon the remains of the late Mr. Matthew Morgan, of Hall Villas, Moun- tain Ash-road, were interred at Aber- cynon Cemetery. A large gathering of relatives and friends attended the funer- al. The chief mourners were Mrs. Mor- gan (wife), Mr. and Mrs. Job Morgan (son), Mr. and Mrs. Maddox (daughter), Mr. Tom Morgan (son), and Miss Morgan (daughter), Mrs. D. L. Williams (sister), Mr. Wm. Morgan (brother), Mrs. P. Evans (Pentre), Mr. D. Jacob (Havod), Mr. T. Howells, Pentre, and Miss Ann Howells. The Rev. David Morgan (Car- mel) conducted the service at the house and graveside. Mr. W. Howells was the undertaker. CO-OP. SOCIETY.—The general quar- terly meeting of the Abercynon Branch of the Ynysybwl Industrial Co-operative Society was held at the Workmen's Hall, Abercynon, on Saturday evening. The chair was occupied by Mr. Edwin Wil- liams, and was supported by the secre- tary and the members of the Committee of Management. The balance sheet was read and unanimously adopted. The sales for the quarter to members amounted to X7,494 4s. 7|d.; non-mem- bers t2r)6 Is. 7d., making a total of = £ 7,760 6s. 2M.. which showed an increase of sales over previous quarter of t734 7s. 3id. The profit for disposal was £ 892" 3s. 9M., and it was decided to dis- pose of the same by giving 2s. 4d. in the X dividend to members,, and Is. 2d. in the £ to non-members, and ClO to the reserve fund. It was further decided to grant JS25 towards defraying the cost of the Co-operative Congress. J65 was also granted towards a. memorial fund for thp late Alderman W. H. Brown, who had been a great stalwart of the Co-operative Cause in South Wales. The number oi members at the end of the quarter was 614. an increase of 23 members over the previous quarter. Mr. James Morgan and Mr. Ambrose were elected to thp management committee. CONCERT.—Abercynon was honoured on Tuesday evening- with a visit from the Roval Oakeley Silver Band, Blaenau Ffestiniog, under the oonductorship of Mr. J. E. Fidler. The concert was held in the Workmen's Hall, and a large and representative audience listened to the programme. A splendid programme was given, the repertoire including "Avon- dale," "Cambrian Plume," "Rustic Scenes," "Poet and Peasant," "I Lom- bard! Worthy is the Tiai.-nb," and a Amen," together with the test piece for the National Eisteddfod at Swansea, "Faust" (Gounod), in which they are competing.. The playing of the band was excellent. Mr. Fidler, the conductor, has the players beautifully in hand. The band is a magnificent organisation, and well balanced. The technique left noth- ing to be desired. The band was assist- ed bv Mr. Tudor Owen. A.R.C.M., the North Wales baritone. The solo were rendered in excellent style, and'were en- cored. The. comedian was the popular Mr. Mark Thornton, Nelson, Lancashire, who was exceedingly good. His songs caused mirth and laughter, and oil every appearance was encored. The accompan- ist was Mr. R. O. Jones, C.P.T.C.L., or- ganist of Towvn Parish Church.