The Aberdare Leader

lapvioes for Sunday Next. HIGHLAND Place Unitarian Church JLjL Aberdare. Morning at 11 Even- ing at 6; Sunday School at 2.30.

ABERCYNON. OBITUARY. On Saturday afternoon last the mortal remains of the late Mr D. Lewis, of 5 Stormstown Houses, were buried at the Abercynon Cemetery. The principal mourners were: Mrs D. Lewis, widow; Mr W. Lewis, son; Mr and Mrs E. J. Lewis, son and daughter- in-law, Aberayron; Mr and Mrs W. Way, daughter and son-in-law; Misses Annie and Alice Lewis, daughters; Mr Benjamin Lewis and Mr John Lewis, Tenby, brothers; Mrs J. Johns, Pentre, sister; Misses Maud and Doris Way, Stanley and Raymond Way, grand- children; Walter and Willie Lewi6, Aberoyron; W. J. Lewis, Abercynon; Mr Joshua Powell, Pentre, brother-in- law; Mrs John Price, Pentre, sister-in- law; Mr J. Allen, Treharris; Mr Ben Lewis, Pentre, and Mr and Mrs Cadogan, Pentre, nephews and niece..Moral tributes were sent by: (1) The widow and family; (2) Mr and Mrs W. Way, (3) Mr and Mrs E. J. Lewis; (4) Mr and Mrs E. H. Battram and family, Aber- eynon; (5) Mr and Mrs T. Jones, Aber- c'non; (6) Mr and Mrs W. Mills, of Bristol; (7) Friends; (8) Pasta? and Deacons of Moriah English Baptist Church, and (9) Parknewydd Glee Singers. The Rev. D. Griffiths Miller officiated at the house and graveside.

PENRHIWCEIBER. •JERUSALEM (B.). This pulpit was occupied on Sunday last by Mr Gwyn Bowen, a promising student, who is now at the Pontypridd Preparatory School. BETIIESDA CHRISTIAN EI-N- DEAVOUR. On Sunday last the meet- ing was led by Miss L. Pearce. Master Arnold Jones read a paper on A Praver without a Petition." Several took part. The meeting was closed by Mr G. Payne. 'm_- ST. UiiUrtyn. xne annual Sunday School festival of the above church was held on Monday, The children met at the Parish Church, where a short service was held, after which they paraded the principal streets, headed by the Abercynon Brass Band (conductor, Mr Way). Afterwards they adjourned to the Church Hall for tea. After the spread the children wended their way to the Lletty Turner Field (kindly lent), where sports were pro- vided by Messrs S. A. Bond, H. Magor, F. W. Jovce, S. Hathaway, T. Kinsey, and W. Randall. The following ladies presided at the tea tables: —Mesdames Kellv, Young, Davies, Richards, Bond, Lloyd, Weeks, Mathews, Johnson, Kendall, Grocott, Berry, Preston, Pratt, Magor, Joyce, and Mayne. Cutters, Mesdames Gibbon, Davies, Mayne, Sister Farman, Newman, Young, and Joyce. Door-keepers, Messrs S. A. Bond, G. Mayne, T. Kinsey, F. W. Joyce, Preston. and Eastabrook. Stall-holders, Mes- dames Morris, Rose, Mathews, Messrs W. Morris, J. Lloyd, G. Mathews. Gate- keepers, Messrs E. Preston, G. Parker, G. Walters, and W. Weaver. The proceeds were devoted to the Sunday School fund. ANNIVERSARY. The anniversary services in connection with the Sal- vation Army were held on Saturday evening, Sunday, and Monday evening at the Workmen's Hall. Mr W. J. Hopkins presided at the Sunday after- noon meeting; Brother Llewelyn ^Harris at the evening service, and Captain Dum bleton, of Mountain Ash, on Mom day evening. The brass bands of Pen- gain, Mountain Ash, Treharris, and Penrhiwceiber paraded the streets on Monday evening, afterwards returning to the hall where a miscellaneous con- cert was held. Sunday afternoon's pro- gramme was as follows: Recitations, Lilian Williams, Bettie Brabon, and Walter Williams. Bible reading, Annie Teague. Selections by the band; also by the choir, under the conductorship of Miss Brabon, assisted by Lieut. Mcaam. Monday evening: Selection by the band; recitations, Walter Williams, Betty Brabon, Alice Davies, Pengani; Gladys Evans, George Price, and John Evans. Solos were rendered by Miss Ada Cadogan, Pengam, and Treasurer Davies, of Pengam. Duetts, Secretary Jones and Brother Evans, of Pengam. The duties of pianist were ably carried out by Master Sydney Beecham. The services were largely attended, and a substantial sum will be handed over to the Army Building Fund.

ABERDARE. SUCCESS. Mr Oliver Charles Bugler, A.C.I.S., 25 Jenkin Street, has passed the third stage (advanced) ex- amination in Commercial Law, held on April last at the County School under the Roval Society of Arts. PERSONAL. — We regret to hear of Mr Cyril S. Yorke's impending de- parture from Aberdare, and hope his many friends will give him a bumping "house" at his farewell concert at the Memorial Hall on Thursday, July 31st. MUSICAL SUCCESSES. Congratu- lations to Miss Norah Tuckfield, daugh- ter of Mr G. J. Tuckfield, Metropolitan Bank. on passing the Advanced Senior examination in pianoforte playing by the London College of Music. The solos rendered were Beethoven's Pastorale Sonata and Tschaikowsky's Valse in A flat.-A.t the same examination Miss Sarah Jones, daughter of Mr John Jones, Gwawr Cottage, obtained a first- class certificate for pianoforte playing in the Senior Division. The test pieces were Handel's Harmonious Black- smith" and Mendelssohn's Spring Song." Both are pupils of Professor T. Jones, L.R.A.M., A.R.C.O., School of Music, Aberdare. INTERMENT. On Friday last the mortal remains of Mrs Elizabeth Wil- liams (late Llwydcoed), 40 Pembroke Street, Aberdare, were interred at Aber- dare Cemetery. The Rev. R. Williams, pastor of Nazareth, officiated; the Rev. W. Margam Jones, Llwydcoed. offered prayer, and Rev. H. T. Stephens. Car- mel, gave out the hymn, Bvdd mvrdd o ryfeddodau." The chief mourners were: First coach, Mr and Mrs Price, Senny Bridge; Mrs Davies, daughters; Thomas Emlyn Davies, grandson; Rev. E. Bey- J!on, brother; Mrs Llewelyn Howells, Aberdulais; Miss Lizzie Beynon, nieces; Mrs Henry, Rev. and Mrs W. Jones, Aberdulais; Mrs (Rev.) H. T. Stephens. Miss Williams, Miss Jones, Mrs Hopkins, and Mrs Evans. The fun- eral was private, and Mr F. D. E. George was the undertaker. OUTING. The annual outing of the employees of the Black Lion Brewery Co. took place on Monday. Thirty-one members of the staff accepted the in-

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LLWYDCOED. DEATH AND INTERMENT. On July 13th the death of'Mr William Owen occurred at 4 Exhibition Row. Deceased was in his 75th year, and had been ail- ing for a considerable time. The in- terment took place on Thursday at the Aberdare Cemetery. The officiating minister was the Rev. D. Hopkiu. B.A., Noddfa. The following were the mourn- ers -First coach. Mrs G. Owen, daughter-in-law; Misses Annie and Sarah Owen, grand-daughters; Master Joseph J. Owen, and Mrs Davies; 2nd coach, Mrs M. Owen and Mrs M. A. Owen, daughters-in-law; Mr Johnny Owen, grandson; 3rd coach, friends. On foot were: Messrs James Owen, David Owen, and Gwilym Owen, sons; David Owen, David L. Owen, Thomas Owen. David. W. Owen. grandsons; David Jones, John Jones, Ebenezer Jones, nephews; David Morgan and Wil- liam W alters.

HIRWAIN. DEATHS. On Monday evening there passed away, after a severe illness, Mr Evan Bryant, insurance collector, of 12 Wind Street. Deceased had established a. name for himself in the village as a bard. musician, and ad j udicator.—The same evening Master John Phillips, son of Mr Tom Phillips, cab proprietor, passed away. Deceased, who was ten years of age, succumbed to an attack of brain fever. The little lad was well known in the village, and will be greatly missed by the younger generation. We sympathise with the bereaved relatives. VICTORIA HALL. — Although classi- cal subjects form this week's pro- gramme, yet at. each house there is a large audience, and it is worthy of men- tion that the class of pictures at this popular place of enjoyment are obtain- ing for it the patronage, of the educated classes. To the florist the film, Luxem- bourg Gardens." appeals strongly, and to the tourist the picture From Lyn- ton to Lynmouth." Flirt or heroine is a stirring picture, in which a girl who only thinks of spending money and decorating herself proves to be one of the noblest of the noble by a courage- t ous act. The case of the plain man is well illustrated in An Irish Girl's Love," whilst in Love on Tangle Luck "^Ranch," the joys and trials, charm and humour of courtship are fully explained. "Confederate Ironclad" showf how a person tries to hide from justice, and hut for an accident would still be free. The vaudeville is well taken bv the Sistei"s Llovd, Harmonising Duettists, in their vocal scena. They are ftfrfect soloists, an^l soon their names will be household words. Human thought and emotion are well expressed in their solos and duetts, and some of the finest music is presented to the patrons of the "Victoria." This (Thursday) evening the proceeds will be given to Mr Wil- iiam Williams, of 72 Tramway, who has for some time been unable to follow his employment. Hirwaiuites should not fail to attend, as it is a strong case of help for the needy. INTER MEN i On mursday a Her- noon last the interment took place at the Penderyn Cemetery of the late Rees Evans, of 84 Brecon Road. whose de- mise we reported in our last issue. The Rev. E. Cefni Jones, R&moth (B.), con- ducted a brief service at the house and graveside. The funeral was thoroughly representative, there being present sev- eral associates of the deceased; also several members and deacoDs from Ramoth Church, where the deceased worshipped. The members of the Aubrey Lodge of the R.A.O.B. attended to pay their last respect to a fellow-member. The following were the mourners:- Miss C. R. Evana, daughter; Alder- man D. Evans, Mr Thomas Evans, Ystradgynlais, brothers; Messrs Tom Evans, Ystradgynlais; D. W. Evans, Aberdare, nephews; Mrs R. Davies, Ystrad. sister-in-law; Mr 1. T. Evans, Ystrad, nephew; Mrs T. D. Price, Clydacli Vale; Mrs W. Ware. Mrs T. Jones. Mrs T. Evans, Mrs D. Evans, and Mrs G. Williams, Ystradgynlais, nieces; Mr D. Thomas. Onllwyn, and Mr E. Thomas, Hirwain, nephews. 'Is,

¡ MOUNTAIN ASH. GENUINE JEWELLER'S SALE. — Charles Atkind, watchmaker, and jeweller, has for 16 years been in busi- ness in Oxford Street. He is shortly re- moving to splendid premises, opposite the Taff Vale Station entrance. The public are invited to inspect the bar- gains. Three shillings in the .2 reduc- tion off all purchases. CHURCH FESTIVAL.—The annual festival in connection with the Parish Church and the. outlying districts was held on Sunday and Monday last. At Sc. Margaret's, Holy Communion was celebrated at 8 and 11 o'clock. The choir sang the festival anthem. "A day in thy courts," at all services. Field's Te Deum and Benedictus were suns; at the morning service, and Gar- rett's Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in the evening. The preachers were Rev. T. J. Morgan in the morning, and the Vicar in the evening. The children's service in the afternoon was well at- tended, and conducted by the Vicar. The collections throughout the day were devoted to the festival fund. On Mon- day afternoon, in beautiful tveaeher, the Sunday School scholars paraded the streets. The tea party in the Grovo proved a tremendous success; in tact, a record. The splendid band of helpers included Mesdames Weekes, Price, Dud- ley, Lewis Davies, Martin, J. Smith. Burtlett, Gillard, Walker, AIatficii, Lye, C. Willis, Morgan, Cheyne, Ed- wards, Brynheulog, Jenkins, G. Larres, W. T. Morris, Gilbert, Tom Jcies, Tucker, M. Edmunds, Watkins, Ualsh, Dally, J. K. Brooks, W. Sellick, Sellick, A. Broom, Carhart, Ellerv, Savin, Bate- man, Nicholas, Macey) H. Powell, Goldsworthy, Bryant, Boulton, lings and T. Davies, also Misses th.cn- ham, Milly Davies, Annie Harland, Young, Eynon, Edwards, Lewis, Moore, Murrell and Lucy Cheyne. The clergy present were lievs. J. Sinnett Jones, Aeron A. Davies, T. J. Morgan, Eben- ozer Jones, Geo. Thomas, J. E. Jones and Joseph Morgan, Vicar of Aberaman. The following gentlemen worked hard Messrs. P. Lye, J. C. Bluett, W. Alm- rott, J. H. Gibson, E. R. Rees, J. Lloyd, A. R. Bart-lett, M. P. Rees, D. W. Howell, R. S. Netherway, A. E. Alder, J. Grant, W. Jenkins, A. Broem, T Newton, J. Lewis, W. G. Thomas, H. Gilbert, Ernest Weeks, David Evans, W. Mills, J. Coslett, A. Phillips, T. Smith, A. W. Weekes, C. Jones and E. Eyles.

Dropped Dead in the Mine. At the same time and place Mr. Rhys conducted an inquiry into the death of Dennis Creedon, 3 Commercial Street. —Julia Creedon, wife of deceased, identified, and stated that her husband was 38 years of age. He went to work as usual on Tuesday morning after eat- ing a good breakfast, at 5.30 a.m. He was brought home about 11 o'clock the same morning.—Arthur Holton deposed lie was working in the next place to Creedon. He had been to him to bor- row a wedge, and had been talking to him a little while. He appeared all right. All at once deceased became very quiet, and on going to him witness found him lying on the floor quite still. —James Davies deposed that he and de- ceased helped to get a tram of rubbish in. Creedon had complained of being a bit stiff. Witness left him, and later on found him dead.—The inquest was adjourned for a post mortem examin- ation.

CARNIVAL CHATTER AND OTHER MATTER. Hard lines about that big bottle of beer. Many of the stewards were wishing it were full. Captain Skinner was a scream. What Ho !-the maternity benefit. Tom the Cat accepted an invitation to tea and regaled himself on salads and apricots, whilst his host had soup. What a skinner. There was a gentleman who'd used to carry a beautiful ebony walking stick, but since going into the fruit trade it has besome a common ash. Who's got corns on his napjier? New straw hats wanted-got any marbles ? Did you see the little nigger from the Navigation? What's the fuss(el) about? Willie Greenwood has got to look after his laurels. He had many competitors at the Grove. Who was the bandsman had to use lip salve nevt morning after the battle ip the Grove, and neck oil the same night ?

SPIRITUALISM AT ABERCYNON. On Thursday evening last an address Oil the above subject was delivered at the Workmen's Lesser Hall by Mr. A. Essery, president of the Pontypridd Spiritual Evidence Society. The chair was occupied by Mr. W. H. Davies, of Aberdare. Mr. Essery, in the course of his address stated that he was there that evening to reply to the pamphlets that were distributed about the locality against Spiritualism. The Spiritual- ists of the present day, he said, were as blameless as the prophets of the olden times, and the Christians of modern times who attended chapel services on Sundays and week nights. The lectur- e • dwelt on Spiritualism and the var- ious phases of it which have been at- tacked lately at Abercynon, viz., the phenomena of table-lifting, clairvoy- ance, materialisation, spirit photo- graphy and trance state. Also on the charges made in regard to trickery and immorality. He illustrated his state- ments now and again from the Christ- ian Bible. The hall was crowded, and a good spirit prevailed throughout. Questions were asked and answered. Mr. G. E. Owen, Pontypridd, also spoke a few words, and explained the con- tents of several pamphlets and books of the Spiritualist movement.

ABERCYNON POLICE COURT. Thursday, July 17.-Before Sir Thos. Marchant Williams (Stipendiary). EJECTMENT.—The Miskin Cottage Co. applied for an ejectment order against a man named McKinney, 51 Al- bert Street.—Granted. PROCURING DRINK FOR A DRUNKEN MAN.—John Jones was summoned for procuring drink for a drunken man named Evan Evans._P.C. David Thomas saw Jones go into the Tynte Hotel and obtain a flagon of beer, which he handed to Evan Evans. Evans had been refused drink in the hotel just a few minutes before.-Fine,i 20s. and costs. HEAVY FINES FOR POLICE ASSAULTS. Charles Davies was charged with being drunk and disorder- ly and assaulting the police in Aber- cynon. Florence Davies, wife of Chas. Davies, was charged with assaulting the police.—Mr. W. Thomas, Aberdare, de- fended.—Williams stated that a little girl came to him and told him that a man was beating a woman. On the way the woman met him and told him no- to do anything to her husband. Witness found the man lying full length along the ground near the Taff Vale Station. The male prisoner got up and cursed witness, and said he would break him up. Witness closed with him, and in the struggle they both fell to the ground. Prisoner kicked him severely and punched him in the mouth. The female prisoner then caught hold of the constable's arm and tried to pre- vent him arresting her husband. The woman then struck him, and all three lolled on the ground. Witness drew his staff and struck the male prisoner on the shoulder The woman then picked up a large stone, but was pre- vented by a man named Simpson. Wit- ness eventually handcuffed the man. A man named Gregory saw the con- stable struck several times by both prisoners.—Mr. W. Thomas appealed for a mitigated penalty, as he had borne a good character for some years. —Supt. Rees gave the man's record, and stated that some years ago the male prisoner had given them a lot of trouble. Prisoner, "I admit that." Thr> Stipendiary said that after Mr. Thomas's appeal he would not send them to prison without the option of a fine. Charles Davies would be fined P,10 and costs or 6 weeks' imprison- ment, and Florence Davies was fined L3 and costs or one month. ANOTHER POLICE ASSAULT. — Arthur Davies was charged with as- saulting P.C. Jorgeson. The constable stated that the prisoner was using beastly language in Windsor Place, Ynysybwl. He spoke to him and told him to go away. The prisoner then struck him in the mouth and kicked him in the lower portion of the abdomen.— Prisoner admitted striking the con- stable, but denied kicking him. —Sti- pendiary This is a worse case than the other. Go to prison for two months. LOITERERS.—Thomas A. Richards, George Reeves, Sidney Monks, Richard Jarman, and Lewis Geo. Pleasant were charged with obstructing Robert St., Ynysybwl.-P .C. Jorgeson stated that the defendants were loitering about, and they became a nuisance to the shop- keepers.—Fined 5s. and costs.—Stipen- diary You ought to have pinafores on and your mothers with you. NO LIGHTS.—David Hughes was summoned for having no lights on the cart he was driving in Matthew stow n. —P.C. Rossiter proved.—Fined 10s. and costs. A BATCH OF LINGUISTS.—Aified Evans, L. John Evans, Wm. L-nuey, and David Evans were char^ id v, i-ii using indecent language.—!?.C. Lini- widdie saw all the pi isoner" in lypte- town outside the ryut.) Hotel, from which they had been fject 3d for ti-inv indecent language.- (#n'y l.aurey ap- peared, and was fined 5s., and the other prisoners 5: and costs each. BAD LANGUAGE. Annie Mere- dith and Mary Griffiths were summoned for using bad language.—P.C. Dinwiddie proved.—Both were fined 5s and costs.— Mary Jones, Ann Phillips, George Thompson, and William Williams were all fined a similar sum for a sim- ilar offence.—P.C. Dinwiddie proved all the cases. A MILBOURNE STREET MILL. — David Arthur Phillips was charged with assaulting Mary Davies, 2 Milbourne Street, Ynysboeth.-Air S. Shipton pro- secuted.—Complainant stated that she was standing on her doorstep when the prisoner came up and used indecent language to her. He struck her and tore her pinafore. Her daughter came to her rescue.—Violet Colwill, 8 Mil- bourne Street, stated she was a daugh- ter of complainant. She was in bed at the time of the bother. She got up and went to her mother's assistance. She did not see the blow struck.—Mary Griffiths, 7 Milbourne Street, saw pri- soner strike Mrs Davies, and also heard him challenge Mr Davies.—A cross-summons was next heard, in which Phillips charged Mrs Davies with threatening him with a flagon. He took the flagon from her and threw it away. —Stipendiary: Was anything in it?— Prisoner: Yes, sir, it was full of beer.— Stipendiary: Oh, well, I don't believe you threw it away--Phillips was fined 10s and costs, and the cross-summons was dismissed.—Arising out of the pre- vious case, Mrs Phillips, wife of the former defendant, charged Daniel Davies, husband of the complainant in the last case, with assault.-The case was dismissed. A PRE-VICTORIAN LADY." — Elizabeth Vaughan was charged with as- saulting Elizabeth Smit -Plai-tiff stated she could not read when asked to read the oath. — Stipendiary: What school did you go to?—Complainant: There was no school then.—Stipendiary: 'Oh, you must be one of those pre-Vic- torian ladies. (Laughter).—Complainant stated she was in her house in Penrhiw- ceiber Road, Abercynon, when Mrs Vaughan came and threatened her. She told her to go away and then Mrs Vaughan struck her.—Henry Vaughan, husband of the defendant, stated that Mrs Smith threw a glass of whisky over his wife. His wife only struggled with her. and did not strike her.—Stipen- diary: I don't believe you.—Fined 20s and costs. BAILIFF ASSAULTED. Arthur Evans, Crossfield Villa, Main Road, Ynysboeth, was summoned for assault- ing Philip Richards, a County Court bailiff, of Aberdare.—Mr Gwilym Jones prosecuted, and Mr S. Shipton defended. —Richards stated that he had to levy a distraint on John Evans, father of the defendant. After going there several times to collect the money he called with three other bailiffs, and P.C. Thomas on June 17th. They all went in, and the mother of defendant tried to obstruct them in their duty. Witness tried to get the woman from the door, when the defendant struck him on the shoulder with a heavy stick.—P.C. Thomas corroborated.—Fined 20s and costs.—Stipendiary: Had you struck him on the head, I should have sent you to prison. PUGILISTS.—Timothy Rilev and Wil- liam Davies were charged with fighting in Main Road, Mathewstown.—P.C. Rossiter stated that both defendant- had their coats off and a large crowd round them.—Fined 40s and costs each.

More Doctor Trouble at the Mount. The ordinary monthly meeting of the Cottage Hospital Committee was held at the Council Chamber, Mountain Ash, on Monday evening. Mr. Geo. Jefferies presided. Present: Col. Morgan, Mr. K. Lovell, Mrs. Lloyd, Mrs. S. Davies, and Mrs. Charles. Two deputations from Penrhiwceiber and Mountain Ash, representing the adherents of the lA doctors, waited on the committee in re- ference to the recent decision of the committee regarding the attendance of consulting physicians at the hospital. The deputation included Drs. Davies- Jones and Arthur T. Jones, Messrs. Rd. Parsons, Noah Tromans. and Joseph Jones. After hearing the deputation, whose case was put very clearly, the committee decided that they were not able to discriminate oetween the old doctors and the new ones, and would show no favour to either side. Comments on the Difficulty. It will he remembered that at a re- cent meeting of the old doctors it was decided to urge the committee to alter its decision as to the attendance of specialists, and also regarding a reason- able representation on the committee. It may be here pointed out that the diffi- culty has arisen owing to the refusal of the Cardiff specialists, acting no doubt under instructions from the British Medical Association, to answer the gaii •i the new doctors, except in cases of extreme urgency. Now both sections are, by the decision of the committee, td be deprived of the aid of these gen- tlemen. Dr. Arthur Jones, addressing a meeting of supporters a short time ago, characterized this policy as one of "the dog in the manger," and also re- iterated this at the meeting on Monday evening. Feeling on the matter is run- ning very high, and it is hoped that some way out of the dilemma will be found before it reaches the danger point. The Hospital Committee and the Press. Our representative attended the meeting on Monday evening, but had scarcely taken his seat before he was asked to retire. He had been asked by several workmen to attend in order tc give a full report of the proceedings. Enquiring from Col. Morgan the reason for this refusal, we were told that there is a standing order that the Press be not admitted to their deliberations. In fairness to Col. Morgan, it must be said that he personally has no objection tc the Press being present. On the othel hand, in fairness to the workmen, it must be asked why should these meet- ings be held in secret? As one of the workmen very pointedly put it, "What have they got to hide?"

ABERCWMBOI. I.O.R. — At a meeting held last Thursday at Treharris Mr Dan Isaac, the energetic secretary of the local lodge, was appointed executive member of the East Glamorgan Independent Order of Rechabites. MUSICAL. On Sunday last the music lovers of Abercwmboi met at Bethlehem Hall, when it was resolved to form a male voice party with the object of competing at the Abercynon Eisteddfod in September next. This will make three choirs from Abercwm- boi—boys, girls, and male voice—for Abercynon Eisteddfod. Mr Philip Rees, A.C., was appointed conductor of the male voice choir. WEDDING. On Tuesday a pretty wedding was solemnised at the Ponty- pridd Register Office, the contracting parties being Miss Hannah J. NN-igley, the third daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Wigley, 54 Jenkin Street, and Mr Philip J. Gardner, of Jenkin Street. Mr Edmund Morgan, brother-in-law of bride, acted as best man, while Miss Sarah Wigley was bridesmaid. Others present were: Mr Richard Wigley. Mrs Edmund Morgan, brother and sister of bride; Miss Lizzie- Rees, Aberaman, and Miss Gwladys May Wigley, bride's sister. The young couple were the re- cipients of many valuable presents. ON THE SANDS. Yesterday (Wed- nesday) some 230 scholars of Bethle- hem Sunday School spent a delightful day in Barry Island. The weather was A 1, and the younger folks enjoyed themselves in boating, bathing, etc. The music lovers sang tunes and inarches under the direction of Mr Philip Kees, A.C. Great credit is due to the Beth- lehem Dramatic Society, who by means of the proceeds of the drama, H Die Shon Dafydd." gave this treat to the Sunday School children. The visitors enjoyed the Welsh singing. MINERS' MEETING. On Tuesday afternoon a meeting of the Abercwmboi Colliery Lodge was held at the pithead. Mr James Owen presided, and was sup- ported by the agent, Mr C. B. Stanton, and Mr William Williams, the lodge secretary, who gave a brief report of the financial and numerical position of the lodge, which was very satisfactory. Mr Stanton addressed the meeting at great, length. He dealt ont three points in particular-. (1) the minimum wage. He advised the workmen who could not earn their minimum to consult the officers and committeemen of the Fed- eration. and demand the payment en- titled to them, instead of leaving and going elsewhere to work, for by doing that other workmen had to suffer as well. The agent also dealt with sub- contracting, which he eondemned to the utmost. He pointed out that this ques- tion was receiving the attention of the Executive of the South Wales Miners' Federation. But the only remedy for this would come by the workmen them- selves refusing to carry on the practice. The next point was non-unionism and arrears. While congratulating this lodge on its fidelity to Unionism, he asked the workmen to try and influence others to join the ranks.

ABERAMAN. CRICKET. Aberaman Athletic journeyed to Pontiieatlivaughan to play a friendly fixture on Saturday. Result: Pontneathvaughan, 96. runs; Aberaman Athletic, 29. INTERMENT. The remains of the late Thomas Griffiths, 33 Davis Street, wore interred at the Aberdare Cemetery on Tuesday last, the funeral being private. The Rev. H. P. Jenkins officiated. The mourners on foot were: — Messrs William, John, Thomas, Evan, Dan, David. Philip Griffiths, sons; Evan Thomas, brother-in-law; John Thomas, David E. Thomas. Dan Thomas, nephews, GJanamman; William Thomas, Mardy; David Williams, bro- ther-in-law; George Williams, John ")1- liam Morgan, Idris Davies, and Gwilym Evans, nephews; Thomas Jones, cousin,. Hafod. In the coaches: Messrs Dan Griffiths, brother; John Jones and Evan Howells, brothers-in-law; Thomas Geo. Phillips. William John Griffiths. Wil- liam Isaac Griffiths, Brynmor Griffiths, Emlyn Griffiths, grandsons.

CADLYS. THE QUARTERLY MEETINGS of the Gadlys Baptist Church Sunday School were held on Sunday. Each meet- ing was largely attended, and the re- citing and singing were very good. The afternoon meeting was presided over by the Rev. D. Bassett (pastor). After the reciting of a Psalm by Maggie Davies, and prayer by Mr John Harris, the following took part:—Recitations, Eiiy Griffiths. Alun C. Basisett, Idris Wil- liams, Maggie Evans, Blodwen Thomas, Rachel A. Griffiths; solos, Willie Pro- bert Davies, May Rees; duett. Olive Davies and May Rees; chorus, Hilda. C. Bassett and friends; address by Mr William Jenkins. About 25 members of the school, who were successful in the recent Scripture examination, were pre- sented with certificates. The evening meeting was presided over by Mr Mor- g-an Richards, superintendent of the school, assisted by Mr John Davies, attendance officer (superintendent of the vestry). Miss Maggie Griffiths read a portion of Scripture, and Mr Thomas Thomas led in prayer. Recitations were given by Emily Griffiths, Trevor Edwards, Hilda C. Bassett, Maggie M. Davies. Dialogues, David John Griffiths and his sisters; May Evans and Ceinwe- Thomas: solos, Mr John Edwards. Miss Emily Morris; pianoforte solos, Hilda C. Bassett, Phyllis Williams, May Evans; chorus by Hilda C. Bassett and friends; address by Mr John Davies. Mr John Rowlands closed in prayer. The school is in a very flourishing con- dition. its membership having in- creased by about 50 during the last few months. The secretary of the school is Mr E. J. Hopkins, Tudor Terrace.

MISKIN. MORIAH.—On July 13th this pul- pit was occupied by the Rev. R. M. Thomas, Cardiff. His text in the morn- ing was Isaiah 51, 9, which indicates "our cry unto God," and Isaiah 52, 1, showing "God's reply." In the evening he took his text from Proverbs 3, 3, "Let not mercy and truth forsake thee."—On July 14th the annual tea party was held at Moriah Vestry. The tray-holders were: (1) Mrs. James, Maes-yr-onen, and Miss D. Bevan, Clar- ence Street (2) Mrs. J. H. Evans, ParK Villa, and Mrs. J. Jones, Arfryn; (3) Mrs. and Miss Thomas, Glyn Cottage, and Miss Maud Rosser; (4) Mrs. and Miss Hicks, and Mrs. Ben Davies; (5) Mrs. Rees Edwards and Mrs. E. P. Richards. Cutters Mrs Moore, Mrs. Isaac Jones, Mrs. Willliams, Mrs. Ed- ward Rowlands. In the tea room: Mrs. Edward Evans and Mrs M. Davies. Wter attendants: Messrs. Edward Thomas, John Owen, and David Jones. Cake, Mr. Tommy J. Davies and Mr. W. J. Moore. Door-keepers, Messrs. .John Daniel Jones, Ben Davies, Evan J. Davies, Daniel Jones, John Davies. Providers Mr. John Jones. Resolven Villa, and Mr. Robert Jones. Secre- tary, Mr. Rees Evans. Treasurer, Mr E. J. Davies. Supervisor, Mr. Edward Evans. In the evening a concert was held. Mr. W. Myrddin Hicks was con- ductor. Programme: Song, "Cartref," by Miss M. J. Davies. Mr. W. Bevan and Mr. Samuel Morgan gave poetical addresses. Song, "Everything Ready- made," by Mr. Jacob Richards. Reci- tation, Jennie Evans, Caegarw. Piano- forte silo from "Theo Bonheur," by Mi- Ernest Magor, Miskin. Solo, "On the Raft," by Mrs. Ellis, Porth. Recita- tion, "Y Ddamwain" (Rev. R. Givmryn Jones), by Mr. John Morris. Solo, Mrs J Morris, Clarence Street. Recitation by Miss Cassie Pugh. Song, "Bwthyn yr Amddifad," Mrs. Kate Ellis. Quar- tette, "Ti wyddost beth ddywed fy nghalon," O. Roberts (Owain 3arlwyd) and party. Song by Mr. Tommy Morris. Hen wlad fy nhadau by Owain Barlwvd. This was the first tea party since the advent of the new min- ister, the Rev. R. Gwmryn Jones.

PENRHIWCEIBER. WEDDING. A very pretty wedding took place on Tuesday morning last at St. Winefred's Church. The contract- ing parties were Miss Maud Kendall, 87 Penrhiwceiber Road, and Mr Bert Gibbon. The ceremony was performed by the Vicar, Rev. J. R. Jones. The bride was prettily attired in a dove colour dress, with a large biscuit hat. The bridesmaids, Misses Flo Curtis and Annie Kendall, were dressed in grey, with large black picture hats. The duties of best man were carried out by Mr W. Kendall. The following atten- ded the ceremony:—The Rev. D. Davies, B.A., Messrs LI. Jenkins, W. Gibbon, W. Llewelyn, and J. Eastabrook. PENUEL (F.M.).-The anniversary services of Penuel Chapel were held on Sunday last. The morning and after- noon meetings were presidea over by Mr Davi d Francis, Troedyrhiw, and the evening by Mr Henry Shell, Pen- rhiwceiber. Morning programme: The lord's Prayer by Miss Laura Water- man; recitations, Beatie King, Ethel Hughes. Violet Brough, Gwladys Ran- dall. Florrie Morris, Millie Waterman, Annie Price, and Annie May Watts. Afternoon: Recitations, Teddy Water- man, Willie Lawrence, Jennie Brown, Glan Thomas, Florrie Morris, Bertie Thomas. Dialogue, "Music," Nellie and Sarah Ann Meredith, Ceinwen Harris, Jennie Brown, Lizzie and Brin- ley Landrygan. Duet, Mrs Williams and Mrs Jones. Recitations, William John Watts, Rosie Williams. Duet, Florrie and Annie Price. Evening: Dialogue, Washing Day," Winnie and Annie Landrygan. Duet, Florrie and Annie Price. Recitations, Maggie Vaughan, Letty Landrygan, Emily Reed, William Marsh, Florrie Stephens. Solo, Mrs E. 'T. Williams. Recitations, Milly Waterman, Mary Jane Moore, Peggy Marsh, Rosie Williams. Dialogue, Sunbeam Mission," Katie and Alice Jones, Carry Gregory, Florrie Rey- nolds, and Lily Hopkins. Several ohoruses were given by the choir. The choir conductors were Messrs Evan Jones and J. Phillips; accompanists, Messrs- D. Shell and S. Howells, and Miss M. Howells, B.A. CRICKET.—Two Schoolboys' League matches were played at Glassbrook Field between the Ceiber Boys and Carnetown on the Friday, and on Satur- day Ceiber versus Ynysybwl. The first match was a win for the Ceiberites by 1' runs; the second was a win for Ynysybwl by 19 runs. Scores: Pen- rhiwceiber v. Carnetown: Ceiber: J. Williams, 8; N. Holmes, 0; E. J. Evans, 4; D. T. Williams, 0; F. Morgan, 6; L. Lewis, 3; B. Williams, 0; R. Roberts, 5; W. Turner, 0; G. Ishmael, 5; O. Thomas, 0; extras, 9; total, 40. Cnnetown: Woods, 2; Phillips, 4; D. Thomas, 1; Yorath, 3; Ashton, 3; Williams, 1; J. T. Jones, 0; J. Lloyd, 0; M. Thomas, 6; Edwards, 0; Brown, 2; extras, 8; total, 30. Ceiber v. Ynysybwl: Ceiber: J. Williams, b Home, 7; N. Holmes, run out, 0; E. J. Evans., b Rees, 7; R. Roberts, run out, I 3; F. Moi-gan, run out, 0; D. T. Wil- liams, c Hul, b Rees, 1G. Ishmael, c Hill, b Evans, 2; L. Lewis, c Evans, b Rees, 0; B. Williams, not out, 0; H. Pryts, c Davies, b Rees, 2; W. Turner, run out, 0; extras, 1; total, 23. Ynys- ybwl: S. Sheppard, b. Ishmael, 23; D. Lloyd, st Holmes, 0; H. Davies, st. Hoimes, 0; C. Home, b Evans, 2; R. Hill, c Turner, b Williams, 2; A. Davies, c Evans, b Williams, 2; D. Evans, c Evans, b Williams, 1 H. Evans, c Pryte, b Williams, 2; Oliver, b Evans, 9; B. Lloyd, not out, 0; D. C. Davies, b Evans, 0; extras, 1; total, 42 I OBITUARY. The death took place on Thursday, after a very short illness, of Mrs Henry, the wife of Mr John Henry, Hillside. The deceased was an active member of Canaan (C.) Chapel. The funeral took place on Monday. A short service was conducted at the house by Mr J. H. Button (Canaan). A hymn havingbeen sung by the choir, led by Mr Theophilu6 Morgan, the cortege wended its way to tne Maes- yrarian Cemetery. The ministers pre- sent were: Rev. D. Davies, Carmel; Rev. R. S. Rogers, Rhos, and Miss L. C. R. Smith, Canaan. The chief mourners were: Husband and son; Mr and Mrs Lewis Jones, father and mother; Mr and Mrs Ben Davies, sister and brother-in-law; Mr and Mrs Lewis H. Jones, Mr and Mrs George Jones, Barry; Mr and Mrs John Jones, and Mr Alfred Jones, brothers; Masters Percy and John Davies, nephews; Mr and Mrs D. J. Price, Mr and Mrs W. Woos- JliVn, Blaina; Mr Sydney Henry, Aber- dare; Mr and Mrs J. Jones, Tredegar; Messrs A. Cullimore, Gus. Cullimore, M. H. Cullimore, William Cullimore, Varteg; Miss Lily Jones, Tredegar; Mr and Mrs 1. Bevan; Mr and Mrs Simons, Aberdare, and Mr W. Samson, Tredegar. Amongst the general public were: Messrs Daniel Thomas, H. E. Morris, W. Longman, W. Keene, W. Williams, J. Pullman, J. Vaughan, A. Thick, R. Randall, D. Davies, J. Breeze, J. Weston, H. Carpenter, J. Picton. John Thomas (loan Dar), and T. J. Clancy. Wreaths were sent by the husband; father and mother members of Canaan; members of Mount Pisgah (E.B.); Rev. and Mrs J. Henry, Cardiff; Misses Lilv and Rose Fisher, and Mr and Mrs D. J. Price. Mr J. H. Button and the Rev. Daniel Davies officiated at the graveside.

MOUNTAIN ASH TRAGEDIES. Niece Discovers Aunt Dead in Bed. Mr. R. J. Rhys, district coroner, held an inquest on the body of Elizabeth Llonl at the Mountain Ash Police Station on Wednesday morning. Robert Lloyd, Glyngwyn Street, identi- fied the body as his wife. She was 48 years of age. On Friday morning, be- fore proceeding to work at Pontypridd, he took his wife a cup of tea to her bed- side. That was the last occasion on which he saw her alive. His wife had been operated upon twice, and was ex- pecting to go through another one, which she was dreading.—Nellie Gwen- doline Lloyd, niece of former witness, stated she left Pontypridd at 11-10 a.m. on Friday morning. She called at de- ceased's house, and found her aunt in good spirits. She didn't stay long, and left for Mountain Ash. Witness ex- pected her aunt at Pontypridd on Sun- day, and on finding out that she had not come, she took train at once for Mountain Ash. She found the house locked up, but obtained an entrance through a back window. She then found her aunt in the back bedroom and quite dead.—P.C. Perryman stated hi was called to 2 Glyngwyn St. at 6.30 p.m. on Sunday last. He went into the back bedroom and found de- ceased lying on the bed. She had been dead some time. On the washing stand close to the bed was an empty tumbler and two packets of salts of lemon, part of one packet having been used. Mrs. Dorman, a next door neighbour of deceased, stated she saw Mrs. Lloyd on Friday afternoon. Wit- ness gave her a cup of tea. She was apparently in bright spirits and con- tinued to be so until she left her.—The jury returned a verdict of Suicide whilst of unsound mind."

Mountain Ash Cinema Litigation. Mr. W. Haggar Sued at Assizes. At the Glamorgan Assizes (CiviF Court) held at Swansea on Wednesday, July 23rd, before Mr. Justice Channell, W. H. Brown. Swansea, sued William Haggar, proprietor of the Aberdare and Mountain Ash Bioscopes, in respect of alleged encroachment on a oortion of land in Oxford Street, Mountain Ash. Mr. Marlav Samson, Swansea, ap- peared for plaintiff. and Mr. Lincoln Reed, instructed by Mr. T. W. Griffiths, Aberdare, was for defendant. Counsel for plaintiff read a number of letters which had passed between the parties, and referred to an interview which took place between Mr. Haggar and Mr. Brown, in the presence of Col. M. Morgan, Mountain Ash, on March 14th last. The parties failed to come to any definite conclusion, and that evening Mr. T. W. Griffiths wrote to Mr. Brown promising a reply in the course of a day or two. A few days later- Mr. Brown insisted on a settle- ment. and placed the matter in the hands of his solicitor. The real ques- tion now was as to how much compen- sation should be paid by Mr. Haggar to plaintiff. Mr. Haggar's solicitor had offered a sum of L100, but Mr. Brown was not satisfied with this. He (Mr. Samson) contended that defendant could not set up a defence of "leave and licence" in this case. Wm. Henry Brown (the plaintiff) was called. He said he lived in Swansea. On Oct. 20, 1912, he entered into negoti- ations with Thomas Morris, late of Mountain Ash, for the purchase of a piece of land in Oxford Street, Moun- tain Ash. He required the land for the erection of four lock-up shops, with one large billiard room on top, which were now near completion. He communicat- ed with Messrs. C. and W. Kenshole re- specting same, and the plan (produced) was prepared by Mr. George Kenshole, Bargoed. The price he paid for the plot was £1,350, and the date on which he paid the sum was Feb. 11, 1913. On Feb. 7th he received a letter from Messrs. Kenshole stating that Mr. Hag- gar required a strip of land. He first saw the property on Feb. 10, 1913. The ground was then covered with rubbish. In the course of further evidence witness referred to the "pine end of the building." Justice Channell What is that word ? Witness Pine end. Justice Channell: I don't remember hearing that word before. Mr. Lincoln Reed It is a word used for gable, your lordship. It is com- monly used in this part of the country. Proceeding with his evidence, plain- tiff said he met Mr. Haggar a few months ago. There were present at that interview Col. Morgan, Mr. T. W. Griffiths (Mr. Haggar's solicitor), and Mr. W. J. Brown. Witness maintained that owing to the encroachment of Mr Haggar's Cinema, he would not be able to get a reasonable rent for the shop ad- joining the Cinema. He thought the rental would have to be reduced by about 25 per cent. He had asked for P-400 compensation. Col. Morgan sug- gested JE350, but he rejected this. Cross-examined by Mr. Lincoln Reed The first time he saw the site at Moun- tain Ash was in October, 1912. The Cinema was then a finished structure. Mr Reed: Was it not the land not occupied by existing buildings that was for sale?—I only looked at the site from Oxford Street. I did not go over the ground. Why notP-There was an 8ft wall round it, and the gate was locked. Didn't you ask Mr Haggar for leave to go in?—No. Mr Reed: What rent do you expect for these shops?—. £ 80 a year, and I may have to let the shop next to the Cinema for J.20 a year less. Mr Reed produced a letter which plaintiff had sent to Messrs Kenshole, stating that he intended letting the pro- posed shops at a certain rental. Mr Samson objected to this letter being read, because Messrs Kenshole were acting for plaintiff at the time. Justice Channell (to Mr Reed): How did you get that letter? Mr Reed: We had it from Messrs Kenshole. The letter was not read, and Mr Reed asked witness whether he did not say last < )ctober that he expected to get rents varying from JS55 to J665 each per annum ? Witness: Very likelv. His Lordship: But the plaintiff had not purchased, then? Mr Reed: No. His Lordship: It wouldn't surprise me if he said they were worth nothing at all, then. (Laughter). Mr Reed (to plaintiff): What is the highest rent you have been offered for these shops?—I have been asking £100 for two shops; £ 90 for the 3rd, and -a@ for the shop adjoining the Cinema. Edward Brown, son of the previous witness, said if Mr Haggar gave up the piece of ground in dispute, it would mean that a gangway in the Cinema, would have to be deleted. Col. Morgan Morgan, Mountain Ash, gave further evidence for plaintiff, and related the terms of the interview which took place, and which has been referred to above. Cross-examined: He was of opinion that Mr T. W. Griffiths did say some- thing to the effect that Mr Thomas Morris had simply sold the land as it stood. George Kenshole, architect, gave evi- dence for the defence, and said that he, a Mr Williams, and Mr Haggar were the original assignees from Mr Morris. Witness prepared the plan in accordance with which the theatre was erected. He did not think the difference ia the value of the shop, owing to Mr Haggar's encroachment, would be more than .£5 or JS7 per annum. William Haggar was next called. He recollected shortly before opening the Cinema first of all that the locgjj sur- veyor was inspecting the premises. When the Cinema was completed a conversa- tion took place between Mr G. Kenshole and Mr Morris. He (Mr Haggar) pressed for a little extra space in order to ar- range a passage in the theatre. There was nothing to prevent Mr Brown seeing the interior of the place last October. Mr Haggar was cross-examined by Mr Samson concerning the erection of the building, and Mr Haggar at last re- plied I know nothing about architec- ture, sir. My business was simply to look after the entertainment part. Mr Samson: What became of the two letters Mr Brown sent you? Witness: I really don't know. I am such a poor man of business that- Mr Samson: That you tore them up? Mr Haggar: Very probably. Mr Samson: Why didn't you reply that Mr Thomas Morris had given you permission to' build on the land in question ? No answer. .Tohn Edward Williams, contractor. Hengoed. stated that he was one of the original partners with Mr G. Kenshole and Mr Haggar. Mr T. W. Griffiths spoke to an inter- view which took place at Mountain Ash. Judgment was reserved until the close of the Assize Court.

vitation, and a jolly day was epent at Cheddar. Brilliant weather favoured the party, and the journey by boat to Weston and thence to Cheddar by motor charabancs was greatly enjoyed. Mr S. H. Shaw presided at the dinner, which was held at the Cliff Hotel. He was supported by Mr J. Brittain (All- sopps, Ltd.) and Mr Geo. White, secre- tary. The chairman congratulated the staff on the past year's work, and thanked them for their splendid loyalty and co-operation. Mr Ben Hudson also addressed a few congratulatory re- marks to his fellow-workmen. Mr Geo. White proposed a vote of thanks to the host and hostess. The results of the sports are as follows:—120 yards, 1st, A. E. Evans; 2nd, J. Price; 120 yards (over 40 years). 1st, E. Richards: wheelbarrow race, G. White and E. M. Richards; donkey race, dead heat; 120 yards' challenge race, G. White; backward race, 1st. E. M. Richards; 100 yards' challenge race, 1st, D. White.