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Treforest. A marriage of much local interest was solem- nised at Saron Chapel, Treforest, on Tuesday morning, the Rev D. M. Jones (pastor) being the officiating minister. The contracting parties were Mr Llewellyn Williams, draper, Coedpen- maen, and Miss Margaret Williams, daughter of Mr Edward Williams, Druid's terrace, Treforest. The bride, who was neatly attired, was attended as bridesmaid bv Miss Todd, and was given away by her brother, Mr John Williams. Mr Thomas Pontypridd, acted in the capacity of best man, After the interesting ceremony breakfast was partaken of at the bride's father's house, and amongst those present, in addition to the bridal. party, were Mr James Richards, and Miss Janet Morgan, Wain House, Treforest; Mrs Williams, Pontypridd; Mrs Duncan McGregor, Gelliwas- tad; Mrs Griffiths, Penarth; and Mrs Thomas, Cardiff. Subsequently the newly-wedded pair left for London, there to spend the honeymoon. The many wedding gifts were of a pretty and useful description. LEWIS BROS., Cash Stores, for Mild Breakfast Bacon. 3261r On Monday, whilst a little boy, four years of age, named Tommy Hughes, son of Mr Thomas Hughes, Long-row, Treforest, was playing with a companion by the side of the Tinworks feeder, he by some means slipped and fell on his face into the ater and as drowned. It appears that the little one had taken off his boots and stock- ings to paddle about in the water,and had given them to his companion to hold. There was a large volume of ater in the feeder at the time, and the body was immediately carried down the stream. The water was soon let out, and every search made, but without success. Up to the time of going to press the body had not been -recovered. It is thought probable that the child must have been carried down into the nver. CELEBRATE the "Diamond Jubilee" by trying ELECTRIC TEA—in lead pacbtts at Is 8d, 2s, and 28 4d per lb. 2873

Hopkiqstowfi. The first Sunday School anniversary services in connection with the Wesley Chapel at this place were held on Sunday. Mr C. Bubb, Pontypridd, conducted the morning service, while the afternoon meeting was pre- sided over by Mr J. Coombes. Pontypridd, and the evening meeting by Mr W. Jones, Gellideg, Pontypridd. There were good attendances throughout the day. Some excellent items were rendered by the choir under the leadership of Mr W. Haggett, Pwllgwaun recitations and dialogues were given by the scholars in praise- "worthy style, the following taking part:—Misses Lily Rice, Alice Palmer, Gwladys Stephens. Florence Webb, Beatrice Dicks, Annie Ball, Charlotte Davies, Maud Weeks, Sarah Jane Weeks, Emily Allen, Bessie Allen. Hettie Davies, Bessie Parfitt, Mary Ann Attewell, Rebecca Attewell Messrs Arthur Sullaway, William Henry Warren, Ernest Warren, Albert William Davies, Percy Owen Davies, and David John Davies (Treforest). Solos were contributed by Miss Annie Rees and Mr Fred Haggett, while <iuetts were ably rendered by Miss Matilda and Master Percy O. Davies. Master Davies also recited a Psalm at each service, and two pieces were well said by Miss Maud Chadwick and Mr George Stock. Mr T. Harrison presided at the organ throughout the day. Great praise is due to the superintendents, Messrs William Davies and Chadwick, for the efficient manner in which they had trained the children.—On Monday the annual tea was held, and proved very success- ful the children were provided with tea, and they afterwards repaired to a meadow, kindly lent by Mr Mogford, Pwllgwaun, where they indulged in the usual games. An entertainment was held in the evening, and was presided over by Mr Septimus Morgan. Several of the items of the previous day were repeated, the children -corning in for well-merited applause. 'L:¡¡WIS BROS. for Provisions—Pontypridd and Havod, 326lr

Porty. at°LlJdtvw.ay afteraoon the funeral took place, Taff-street Por«mete,ry' of Barney Braddack, Friday evening 0 died at his residence on of life, he was a n J?hoid fever- In the Prime Brass Band, whk £ mJ^en,\member of the Hafod played the Dead d the funeral and coffin was almost cov"td w°>Hthe Th^ also bore the deceased mats h^Wr^ths' an? cornet. The Rev R. Mon EvanS graveside. The funeral was the deceased being well-known f?' respected in the locality. We extendSour -deepest sympathies with the bereaved relatives A THIRSTY SOUL'S TROUBLK.-WI,AF 8HALI IDRLNK Try the Welsh Hills K.I.C Drinks, manu- factured by THOMAS & LvAXs, Ilortli.-Se. ADVT 3182o

Ferndale. On Monday evening, at. the W elsli Wfsleyan Chapel, Ferndale, Mr and Mrs W. A. Lloyd were presented with an illuminated address, together with their photos in black and white, on the occasion of Mr Lloyd's removal to lake the posi- tion of cashier at the IJodringailt Colliery, The Rev J. M. Owen, Messrs E. Rees, cashier, W. n. Evans, and others, spoke in eulogistic terms of the recipients, and regretted very iiiiieh the! loss sustained by the ehirch owing to their re-

Dinas. On Sunday the anniversary services of the Primitive Methodist Sunday School, Dinas, were held at the chapel. In the morning and evening addresses bearing upon Sunday School matters were delivered by Mr C. English, of Pentre. In the afternoon a children's meeting was held, when a large number of the members of the Sunday School took part in singing and reciting. There was a pretty fair attendance at all the meetings. On Monday the children met at the schoolroom at noon, and paraded the various streets of the town, afterwards returning to tea, which had been provided for them. ELECTRIC TEA is specially blended for the water of this district-Is 8d, 2s, and 2s 4d per lb. 2873

Penygraig. In the list of successful candidates in chemistry and physics who passed the recent examination held by the conjoint hoard of the Itoyal College of Physicians, London, and the Royal College of Surgeons, England, appears the name of Mr Moses J. Rowlands, of the Cardiff Medical School. Mr Rowlands is the younger son of Mr David Rowlands, Bryn Frwd, Penygraig. On Saturday, the annual outing of the work- men employed at the Naval Colliery, Penygraig, took place. About 7 o'clock in the morning they were conveyed from Dinas in the Rhondda and Swansea Bay Railway coaches to Swansea. Having reached their destination, the company, which was a large one, dispersed, Mumbles proving to be the favourite rendezvous. The men returned home about 10 o'clock having thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Groceries, Best and Cheapest, LEWIS BUOS., Taff street. 3261r

Ynyshir. A somewhat serious accident befel a young man named William Williams at the Standard Colliery, Ynyshir, on Friday afternoon. He, together with a number of his fellow-miners, had returned from their work to the bottom cf the upcastshaft for the purpose of ascending, when a loaded tram of coal got loose from some others, and although an alarm was raised poor Williams in trying to escape was seriously crushed by the cage which was descending at the time. The unfortunate young man, who lives with his parents at Birchgrove, Porth, was conveyed home by his fellow-workers. At one time his life was despaired of, but we are gla'l to state he is now progressing favourably.

Pentre. We regret to announce the death of Mr Owen Thomas, of Pentre, Rhondda. which took place at his residence on Monday morning at the age of 71 years. Mr Thomas, who had not been ill long, was a prominent and well-known member of the Baptist communion, and was a brother cf the Rev Stephen Thomas, of Pantycelyn, and of the late Pfv Benjamin Thomas (Myfyr Emlyn, at one time editor of the "Seren Cymru"), cf Narberth. Mr Thomas, who was a widower, leaves six daughters and two sons, all of whom were present except the youngest son, who is out in Johannesburg. The interment took place at Treorky Cemetery on Thursday.

Tonypandy. We are glad to note that Mr Edwin Morgan, son of Mr James Morgan, builder (Morgan and Williams), has passed his Inter. B.M. Exam. in London. Mr Edwin Morgan is an old pupil of Mr J. W. Jones, now of Tonypandy school, and formerly of Penygraig and Trealaw schools. He also attended the Academy, Pontypridd, and the Higher Grade School, Cardiff. Another old pupil of Mr Jones, Mr Humphrey Ellis, passed the last London Matriculation Exam. He is the son of the Rev. M. H. Ellis (C.M.), Seion, Trealaw, and attended the Heath School, Ponty- pridd, and the Higher Grade School, Cardiff. We wish them every success. On Thursday afternoon, in pleasant weather, 200 members of the Baptise cause worshipping at Tonpandy schools, journeyed by brake to Pen- coed. Arrived at their dcstinatin they be- sported themselves in a meadow kindly lent by the manager of Meiros Colliery, Llanharran, where, after enjoying the usual games, the- took tea. in enjoyable picnic fashion. Amongst the company were several prominent workers in the newlv-established, but flourishing, cause, includ- ing County Councillor William Williams, Mr W. J. Hughes, Mr Treharne, Mr D. W. Richari-s, Mr W. Davies (ironmon<ro>A Mr Edward Hughes (Llwynypia Colliery), and Mr Roderick Hughes. After having thoroughlyenjo-ed themselves, the trippers turned their faces homeward, feeling great-ly refreshed by their rural recreation. It is gratifying to find that the new cause is making excellent progress, and is exercising a beneficent influence on the rising population of the district. We much regret to announce the death and funeral of Mr Arthur Evans, of the Dunraven Hotel, Tonypandy. He was the son of our old friend Mr D. C. "Evans (Asaph Rhondda), who for many years served the Ystrad Local Board in the capacity of Sanitary Inspector at Pentre, and was also the grandson of the late respected Mr David Evans, Bodringallt. Great sympathy is evinced in the district for the mourmng parents and family. Mr Arthur Evans was brought up in Bodringallt School under the tutorship of Mr Edwards, the school-master, and in the same school signed his articles as a pupil teacher. Ill-health causing him to leave the profession, he was apprenticed to Mr J. Watkins Jones, surveyor to the Ystrad Local Board. Ill- health again compelled him to resign his situa- tion, and he remained at home, where, in the course of a few months, his disease (consump- tion) became thoroughly noticeable. The very best medical attention was meted out to him, but, as in most other cases of the kind, it proved unavailing. After a lingering illness of about two years, he passed away on Thursday last, at his residence, Dunraven Hotel. The burial ser- vice was of a. pathetic description, Rev M. H. Ellis (C.M.) officiating both at the house and at the graveside. The coffin was conveyed to the hearse from the house by the officials of the Rhondda District Council. Among those pre- sent were Messrs W. J. Jones, surve-or; Evan Llewellyn, collector; Mr and Mrs George Da- vies, Gellifaclog; Messrs T. Jones, Inspector, Bryn Dinas, Trealaw; J. Evans, Court Hotel; John Thomas, D.C.; G. Griffiths, Market Hall; Dr Llewellyn, J. Kinstlev eweller), J. Price (tailor), T. Williams, Miskin -iiotel; Tom Evans, M.E., Richard Lewis, J.P., T. Davies, Maesyr- haf; J. D. Williams, J.P., Captain Hill-Male; William Morgan, Cynog Villa; T Jones, Ton ypandy: E. Morgan, Gelligaled; T. Evans, Treharris: J. Evans, Clydach Vale, D. R. Davies, Tonypandy; Rev Young Jones, rrealaw; Rev D. Davies, Tonypandy; E. Hodge, M. Rees, Butchers' Arms; A. H. Holmes, Pentre; Daniel Thomas, Trealaw Post Office; Rev E. Richards, Tonypandy; J. Evans, Treharris; Thomas Old, W. Chalmers, J. Protlieroe, Bridgend; R. A. Dobson, Cross Keys; D. Jones (overseer), J. R. Evans. D.C., D. T. Thomas, Mr and Mrs Evans, C.C., D. T1. Thomas, Mr and Mrs Thomas (Royal Hotel); Mr J. Cording, Adare Hotel; Mr David Thomas, M.T.P., Tonypandy; Inspector Hoyle, Mr David Davies, and Miss Davies, Maesvffynon; Mr David Davies, M.E., and Mrs Davies, Bodringallt; Mr Moses Evans iiF Bonfield, Trealaw; Mr and Mrs Llew- ellyn, Porth Hotel; Mr and Mrs Pritchard, Ivor Rae]: Mr and Mrs Thomas, White Hart; Mr arid Mrs E. Williams, Ffynondwvm, Clydach Vale; Mr and Mrs Thomas, Pentre Hotel; Messrs Jones, Royal Hotel; L. John, L. Jones, Idris Morgan, R.O., Mr and Mrs D. H. Davies Messrs I. Griffiths, overman, Llwynypia; T. P. Jenkins, J.P., D. W. Ricliards, chemist* W Richards, chemist; Mr John and Mrs Davies Ge Hotel. Following le hearse were the male relatives on foot—Mr D. C. Evans (father), Messrs Dan Evans (Eos Dar), uncle; James Evans (nncle), Ynysvbwl; Rosser Evans (uncle). Lewis Evans (cousin), D. C. Evans (cousin), John Jones (uncle), Moses Evans (uncle). In the mourning coaches were Miss Evans and Mrs Jenkins (aunt), Mrs Davies and Mrs Griffiths (aunts): Miss Jenkins and Mrs Jones (aunt).The coffin was covered with beautiful wreathes from .r(, V, the following friends The officials of the Urban District cil, Mr and Mrs Evans, Court Hotel; Mr and Mrs Davies (Maesyrhaf); Mid- Rhondda Harmonic Society. Mr and Mrs Dob- son, Cross Keys. A splendid choir of nearly 300 vices assembled at the house, and the singine (f the well-known tunes' Lausanne." "Aberystwyth,' "Sandon," "Crugybar," and "Alexander," was beautiful in the extreme. Mr Tom Stephens, Pentre. (of Chicago renown), led the sinmnv along the route and at the cemetery (Liedr Ddu). The funeral arrangements were successfully car- ried out by Messrs J. Griffiths and Sons, under- takers, Tonypandv. Several letters of condolence were sent to the bereaved parents, among which we noticed the names of Mr Edwards. bcad- teacher. Bodringallt:. "Earl of Dunraven' Teod<re, °t 'l'("e"ows, and "Court of Dunraven" Lodge of foresters. All Connoiweurs with ibis fact agree, Nsrris, of t. ? Central torct. for vplendid tpa 2M.

Abergwynfu The annual tea meeting was held at the Caer- salem Baptist Chapel, last Monday. A large number sat down to partake of the tea and cake, of which all were high in praise. After the tables were cleared they were entertained to a grand concert. The choir and several local ar- tistes kindly rendered their valuable services.

Celli. Recognition services in connection with the pastorate of the Itev S. G. Bowen, G. and L., were held on the 11th and 12th inst. at the Baptist Churches of Ebenezer, Pembroke, and Penuel, Cemaes. The Rev D. C. Jones, Cwm- park, and Rev H. Harris, Treherbert, presided to crowded audiences.

Maerdy. The workmen employed at the local Collieries, held their annual outing on Saturday, the place selected being Barry Island. The weather being beautifully fine, a most enjoyable day was spent. The return journey was made in good time, Maerdy being reached about 10 o'clock. On Thursday evening, at David's Hall, a lecture was given by Mr Jim Connell, of London (lecturer under the Socialist Union of England), Mr J. Jones, checkweigher, being the chairman. There was a very good attend- ance, and the lecturer was given a very good hearing. The subject fcr the evening was "What we want and how to get it." The lecturer in tIe course of an address, which lasted over an hour, made strong comments upon the existing state of things, which he said was most unfair and uncliristianlike. If they would turn to their Bibles they would see that Jesus said earn your bread by the sweat of your brow," or words similar, but nowadays the majority of the people lived by the sweat of other people's brows. He also went on to say that the working people had no chance whatever to get on, as wages were kept low for the reason of increasing the dividends for the shareholders. He would like to see everything managed upon the same principle as the Co-operative Societies were managed, where everyone who belonged to the concern got an equal share of the profits, and this state of things could only be brought about by I y 11 "Socialism," which meant a better state of of affairs for the working classes.

Treharris. On Wednesday, at Abercynon police court, Catherine Ann Rees, of Webster-street, Treharris, appeared before Mr Stipendiary North, Mr W. Thomas, CBrynawel), and Dr Morgan (Ynysybwl), charged with assaulting Mrs Elizabeth Ann Tovey, of the same street. There was also a cross-summons of assault against Catherine Rees, The trouble between the two women arose over an allegation that Mrs Tovey's two little boys stole peas from Mrs Rees' garden, which adjoined that of Mrs Tovey's.—Mr Beddoe, solicitor, Merthyr, appeared for Mrs Rees, and both cases were dismissed. The two boys-Tovey-were also summoned for stealing peas from Mrs Rees' garden, but owing to the tender age of the lads, and for the sake of neighbourly peace, the charge was withdrawn. Half yearly meetings were held at Ebenezer Welsh Independent Chapel, Treharris, on Sunday and Monday, when the Rev D. L. Williams, Machen, and J. D. Jones, Abercanaid, officiated before good congregations. On Wednesday evening a detachment of the Treharris Branch of the I.O.G.T., journeyed to Senghenith for the purpose of initiating a lodge at that place. Sister E-ans, C.T., and Bre. H. Lewis, L.D., presided, and the visit resulted in a lodge with seventeen members being duly formed. The Sunday school anniversary in connection with the Primitive Methodist Chapel, Webster- street, was held on Suaday, when the Rev W. W. Goldstraw, Nelson, preached to crowded congregations. On Sunday evening, between 7 a.nd 8 o'clock, Elias Evans, aged 11 years, son of Mr David Evans, Windsor place, fell from the Cardiff Water Works main pipe which crosses the dingle adjacent to the bottom road, just below Black. brook, a distance of 15 feet, which resulted in a compound fracture of the forearm, a fractured left arm, and two scalp wounds. P.O. Davies, who was summoned to the spot, rendered first aid, and was quickly followed by Dr Joy, who promptly attended to the fearful injuries the little sufferer had sustained. Where the acci- dent happened—which is private property—two masonry abutments exist, and the water main crosses the dingle by their aid for a distance of six to seven feet, fyid it is thought that in at- tempting to cross the main, the lad sli- ped, with the result aforestated. We regret to have to record the death of Mr John Williams, Tirbach, Trelewis, after a brief illness, which took place on Wednesday se'nnight at the advanced age of 79 years. Deceased, who was quite smart and active up to within a few days of his death, was a ver old and respected inhabitant having resided in the neighbourhood for 50 years. At one time 1!ø was a collier, but latterly he travelled in tea, and was a familiar figure in our midst. Mr Williams was also the oldest member in connection with Berthlwyd Welsh Baptist Chapel, and was a most regular attendant. The funeral, which was largely attended, took place on Monday, the place of interment being Hengoed Chapel.

Abercyrioq. There was a very fair attendance of spectators at the new church, which is now being erected in Carnetown, last Thursday afternoon, to witness the ceremony of laying the Four corner stones of the new building. There was a good number of the clerical fraternity present. The Vicar of Llanwonno conducted a short service, after which the Rev Gomer Davies handed a silver trovi el etfch to Mr John, Carne Park Mr Railton, the manager and the young Lea's and the several stones were declared well and truly laid. The vicar of Mountain Ash delivered a short address in which he accounted for the slow progress of the church in the district by comparing it to the oak tree, which was an emblem of stability. The church, wherever it had planted itself had come to stay. He was followed by the Vicar of Aberdare who spoke of the London fund, generally so termed, explaining its utter inadequacey to meet the present demands of the church. He further appealed to the poor not to wait for the rich of the land before extending their small help, by stating that the gospel was primarily to the poor. The Vicar of Llanwonno followed with the announcement of the collection, during which the choir conducted by Mr W. Griffiths rendered an anthem. This closed the meeting, after which the church members and friends resorted to the long room of the Carne Park Hotel, where tea etc. had been provided. This branch is under the supenvision of Rev Gomer Davies, whose untiring efforts are deserving of great praise. The contractor entrusted with the erection of the new building is Mr W. Games, of the Junction Hotel. The collections and subscriptions during the day amounted to a good sum. At Wednesday's Police Court, Rees Davies, collier, Abercynon, was fined 20s, or three weeks' imprisonment for being drunk and disorderly on Sunday last. A similar fine and alternative in prison was imposed for a. like offence on Tues- day night, when he also savagely assaulted P.C. Callaway, who was knocked down by the defen- dant and kicked on the ground. Tho constable would have fared badly had not P.C. Nicholls hurried to his assistance. For assaulting the constable Davies had an additional month's in- carceration, and he will spend the next ten weeks in Cardiff gaol.

Pontycyrqmer. The many friends of the two sisters. Misses Miriam and Rachel Thomas, of this place, will be very glad to hear of their success lately in the musical world. Miss Miriam carried away the guinea soprano solo at the Gilfach eisteddfod with honours. The two sisters entered the arena at Kenfig eisteddfod, for the guinea solo soprano and contralto, and came out successful. This proves they have talent and skill to use it. As many of your readers are aware, Miss Miriam has been for a term a weekly student. What might we not expect if she would have the chances of many ? We are glad to hear on good authority, that both young ladies are going in for a term again together. By then, we hope that they will shine, so that the Oarwites may feel prouder of them again. They are the possessors of beautiful voices, and. no doubt, und"r the skilful treatment "f Madame C. N. Davies, Cardiff, they will be a treat ou any concert platform.

Hudry. On Wednesday the Sunday School in con- nection with St. James' Church, Rudry, held their annual tea and picnic on renywain FieJd (kindly lent for the occasion by Councillor Ed- wards), when a large number sat at the tables, which were ably presided over by the lady mem- bers of the Church. After tea games were in- dulged in, and a most enjoyable evening was spent, the weather being all that could be de- sired. We congratulate Miss Emma Lewis, Post Office, Rudry, on her recent, success at the Lon- don College of Music examination (Cardiff Cen- tre) on the theoretical and practical parts ,f pianoforte playing. Miss Lewis is a pupil of Mr T. Martin Thomas, Roath, Cardiff, and we may mention that she passed with honours. The Rev D. Evans, of Llanilar, has com- menced duties as curate of this parish, having succeeded the Rev T. Edwards, who left for Fleur-do-Lig.

Perirhiwceiber. On Friday night a man named William Rusg was seriously injured, while at his post as knocker, underground. appears that he was run over by a journey of trams, and was so badly crushed that his right arm and leg were fractured. He is at present in a very pre- carious condition. On Sunday the Calvinistic Forward Move- ment held their Sunday School anniversary, which comprised singing and reciting. The presidents were Mr W. James, M.E. Mr S. Shipton, Llanwonno School Board and Mr T. Rogers, Cardiff. We rejoice to know that the friends here are making a good headway. On Monday afternoon, at the Public Hall, a meeting was held for the purpose of presenting the Rev T. J. Edwards (C.M.). and Mrs Edwards on their departure to Pontmorlais, Merthyr. In the unavoidable absence of Mr W. Phillips, Cloth Hall, Mr J. P. Davies was voted to preside and he as usual filled the chair to the satis- faction of all. Mr Thomas Davies rendered a song, after which we were also delighted to hear Miss Lydia Jones, Mr Joseph Williams, and Miss Margery Thomas, daughter of the unassuming but well-known baritone, "loan Dar." Mrs Margaret Thomas, Cynon Cottage, formally presented Mr Edwards with a beautifully illuminated address, executed by Hywel Cynon, Aberaman, and signed by Rev R. Thomos, Con- gregational minister; Rev W. R. Jones, Baptist minister Mr W. Phillips, Cloth Hall (chairman of committee) Mr D. P. Thomas (treasurer) Mr Hi. Pughe and Mr R. Rees (secretaries). Next Mrs Llewelyn presented Mr Edwards with a purse containing a sum of money in gold. The rev. gentleman endeavoured to respond and acknowledge this manifestion of kindness and respect, but he at first was completely over- come by emotion. It was evident that he was moved to the very depths of his nature. How. ever, he managed, after a brief silent interval, to express his sincerest thanks to his numerous friends. He had, he said, spent nine very happy years at Penrhiwceiber, and he hoped that he had been the means of doing soma little good during his stay. He would always hold those presents as mementos of Penrhiwceiber friends, and he assured them that Penrhiw- ceiber would always have a very warm corner in his heart. (Applause). Mr E. T. Williams, postmaster, then presented Mrs Edwards with a beautiful tea service, supplied hy the firm of Messrs D. P. Thomas and Son, Penrhiwceibr. Mr Williams spoke highly both of Mr and Mrs Edwards, and referred to Mrs Edwards' good qualities as a minister's wife. He wished them both every success in the future, and he was glad to know that Mr Edwards was very suc- cessful indeed already in his new sphere of labour. (Hear, hear). Mr Henry Davies read very appropriate verses touching upon the occasion. The Rev R. Thomas (Carmel) next spoke, and he was followed by Mr S. Shipton, Dr R. W. Jones, J.P., C.C. Mr Evan Thomas, and Mr Isaac Davies, all of whom regretted Mr and Mrs Edwards' departure, and wished them Godspeed in the future. Miss Lottie now ren- dered a song, after which Mr E. T. Williams read the address, every sentence of which was endorsed by all present. Miss Margery Thomas led "Hen wlad fy nhadau," and after a vote of thanks to the chairman the meeting terminated.

[ PEPTRE PARK. District Councillors Dissatisfied. On We-dneday evening members of the District Council, members of the Rhondda Chamber of Trade, and a number of the influential residents, accompanied by Mr G. H. Smith, of the Bailey's estate, inspected the proposed site for a pubhc park on the hill-side at Ton, Ystrad. Some of the Council members disapproved of the place for the proposed park, in consequence chiefly of its being so inaccessible to the people of the dis- trict. The matter will be discussed at the next meeting of the Council. It was stated that the nearest section of the site is about 700 yards away from the road between Ton and Gelli.

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r Theft of a Gold Ring at Penygraig. 4 A SERVANT GIRL YIELDS TO TEMPTA- TION. Mary Isaacs, a young girl of Williamstown.waa rv,i tay Sl"nm°ned at the Porth Police Court before Mr T. P. Jenkins and other magistrates- bv Mrs Julia, Freedman, charged with stealing a gold diamond ring, valued t £ 8. Piosecutrix stated that defendant was iu her employ, and on the previous Friday, the ring was missed from a drawer upstairs. P.C. Stead proved charging prisoner, who denied committing the offence. Mr James Phillips, solicitor, Pontypridd, de. fended, and requested the Bench to deal with the girl, who now pleaded guilty, under the First Offenders' Act. Defendant, was sent to prison for one day. ■ ♦-

GLOVE FIGHT AT TONYPANDY. Principals Before the Porth Magistrate! Mark Fury and Griffith Davies. two young men, were summoned at the Porth Police Court on Thursda.y-before Messrs T. P. Jenkins, T. Jones, and D. Thomas—charged with carrying on an unlawful fight at Tony andv. Mr James Phillips, solicitor, Pontypridd, de- fended. Police-Inspector Hoyle stated that about 9.15 on Monday evening, he visited a tent which had been erected ait the Pandy Field, Tonypandy There was a platform erected within, upon which both defendants were fighting with gloves. Fury's father attended him, and Archibald Cook attended Davies. "Professor" Wilberforco acted as referee. Tere were 400 or 500 people in the booth, who were charged sixpence each for admission. This was corroborated by P.S. Markham. Mr Phillips contended that the fight was not illegaJ, inasmuch as it was carried on under the Qucensbury Rules, and quoted a decision which had been recently given by Mr Justice Cave at Birmingham in a manslaughter case. The case was dismissed.

"THE SORROWS OF SATAP." SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE AT PONTYPRIDD. Splendid houses are being attracted to the Clarence Theatre, Pontypridd, by what is un- doubtedly one of the richest of the many dra- matic treats of the season. The dramatised version of Marie Corelli's weird romance, "The Sorrows of Satan," is being presented with all- round success by the GTosvener Theatrical Syn- dicate, and, in the hands of talented artistes, as it is, the performance is in every respect n. most delightful one. The complex character of Prince Lucio Romanez—the title adopted by the Prince of Darkness during a short t-errestial visit—is worked out with great skill by Mr Cecil Edgar, who takes advantage of all the dramatic. possibilities of his part and shows lie nas a tno- rough conception of the remarkable being whom he has to pourtray. Gifted with a splendid com- mand of gesture, elocutionary powers, a high order and a pleasing stage presence, Mr Edgar scores a huge success in one of the most diffi- cult roles in contemporary drama. It is to Mr Claude Wilmot is entrusted the by no means easy part of Geoffrey Tempest, whose generous na- ture the bitter experiences of penurious youth and unrecognised literary talent had embittered to such an extent that, when he became the possessor of five million pounds he determined to live for himself alone. Mr Claude Wilmot real- ises the sordid side of this nature to the full, but it is difficult to understand why, in the open- ing scenes, when the responsibilities of riches and love had not yet bepun to weigh upon ura. he should adopt such a sullen, "hang-dog" man- ner. Lady Sybil Elton, who becomes the un- willing wife of Geoffrey Tempest, but, 11" to the time of her tragic death, passionately loves the Prince, is cleverly represented by Miss Lily Howard, an artiste of undoubted power. The pure, and childlike character of Mavis Clare is depicted with much "race and charm bv Miss Nevill Francius. whilst bright, mercurial Diana Chesnev. a typical young lady from Wash- ington, could hot possibly have a more adequate representative than Miss Eva Evelyn. The re- maining characters in the very large cast are all in capable hands. The piece is lavishly staged, and the costumes are smart and fashionable.

Chaqge of Air. WHY IS IT NECESSARY, AND HOW TO BENEFIT BY IT. "Oh! for a change!" is the cry from town and country, and packing for the annual visit to the seashore or the Wells is the ojrder of the day. The various health resorts are frequented not so much bv those who are actually invalids as by those who wish to be protected from becoming so. The routine of every-day life, the close application to business or study, the pressure of home cares, all tend more or less to put tho system out of tone, and to make a change neces- sarv. And it should be remembered that it is in tie "change" the chief benefit lies. ■»-<• is true that the. ozone-laden breezes of the coast, the matutinal dip in the sea, and the orthodox drinking of the mineral waters, have their uses, but the benefit derived from them is greatly en- hanced by the "change" the health-seeker under- goes-ilic change, that is of air, of scene, of diet, and of habits of life. Neither is this all that is necessary. Most experienced medical men now-a-days advise the taking during the change of a course of some good tonic medicine—as, for instance, that popu- lar preparation "Gwilym Evans' Quinine Bit- ters which has secured the approval of many leading physicians, and whose praises are sung bv most people who liave tried it. "As a remedv for Weakness, Iservousness, In- digestion Low Spirits, Sleeplessness, and Chest Affection's it has no equal. Gwilym Evans' Quinine Bitters, the Vegetable Tonic, is sold in bottles at 2s 9d and 4s 6d each, and can be ob- tained from all chemists and patent medicum vendors, or, carriage free, by parcel post, direct from the proprietors: The Quinine Bitters Manufacturing Company, Limited, South j Beware of Imitations. See the name "Gwilyra Evans" on Label, Stamp, ai.-l Bottle.

PORTq POLICE COURT. THURSDAY.—Before Mr T. P. Jenkins, Dr H. N. Davies, Mr T. Jones, and Mr D. Thomas. William Jones, a lad of Penygraig, was fined 2s 6d and costs for throwing stones on the high- way on July 8th. P.C. 244 proved the case. A number of Penygraig boys were summoned for causing obstruction at Penygraig on the 9th of July. P.C. Stead stated that the boys were demonstrating the streets at Penygraig, some of them beating tins, etc. Three of the boys now appeared, but the whole companv were now fined sums ranging from 2s 6d to 10s. Daniel Griffiths, a respectable looking man, of Tonyrefail, was charged with being drunk and disorderly on the 24th July. Mr Nicholas, solici- tor, Pontypridd, defended. P.C. 229 stated that about 8.45 p.m. on the day in question he saw the defendant on the road at Tonyrefail, sleep- ing. His son and another young man failed to take him home, and the constable was obliged to take him. He then became very abusive. Cross- examined by Mr Nicholas, witness did not know whether his brother, who had been previously stationed at Tonyrefail, had been removed owing to a report mad eby defendant. Griffiths had been tried at a special court recently for being drunk on the 27th of July and was sentenced to 14 days' imprisonment. Mr Nicholas wanted to know why this charge was not dealt with then, anu the constable could not reply. Defendant was discharged. Six children named Joseph Richards, Mary Louisa Rees, Hannah Travel, Christopher Lar- cham, Bessie Callaghan, and Mortimer, were summoned for doing wilful damage to growin,g turnips upon the farm of Mr David Samuel, at Tonyrefail. Prosecutor said that on the 9th inst. the children came to the field and commenced taking up the turnips. He estimated the da- masy at about 25s. The children were ordered to pay 2s each. Walter Morgan, of Pontygwaith, was fined 5s for being drunk and disorderly on the 3rd inst. at Pontygwaith. Thomas Henry Morgan, a young man, was charged with being drunk and disorderly P.S. Jones stated that about 11.20 p.m. on the 9th inst., he was called in to defendant's mother's house at Tylorstown. She complained that her son had been abusing her and requested the officer to turn him out. Fined 10s. Two young men named Fred and Charles Welmes, were summoned for being drunk and disorderly on the 6th inst. P.C. 381 stated that on the night in question, at about 11.30 p.m., he saw both defendant at Maerdy road, Maerdy, in a drunken condition. They also accused the officer of insulting a woman at Ferndale Fair. The officer denied being present on the occasion. They were fined 15s each. Fredercik Underwood was fined 10s for being drunk at the same place and date. John Jones, Tonypandy, was summoned for being drunk at Tonypandy on the 1st inst., He y was discharged.

A MANIA FOR CLOTHES STEALING. Three Lines Stripped in a Night. James Jones, described as a "watchman," was charged at the Porth Police Court on Thursday —before Messrs T. P. Jenkins and D. Thomas— with stealing clothes, the property of several people. On the 13th of A ug-ust he visited the yards of Mary Ann John, Mary Jones, and Mr Gwilym James, who reside at Porth, and took some clotohes from the three clothes-lines. The total value of the clothes was £ 3 2s. When charged by Police Inspector Gill, Porth. prisoner admitted the offence. He was now sentenced to six weeks' imprisonment.

Card Playing in the Rhondda. r DESECRATING THE SABBATH AT YNYSHIR. The Porth Bench on Thursday heard a case in which Mial James, John Jones, and John Lloyd, three young men from Ynyshir, were summoned for playing cards on Smway. the 8th inst. P.C. Reeves said that on the day in question at about three o'clock, he saw the defendants nlaying cards by the side of the stables at the back of Ynyshir Church. Superintendent Coles: The police are con- tinually receiving complaints about young men plaving cards at this particular spot. Defendants were fined 2s 6d and costs.

CLAP-TRAP. Doings of the Mountain Ash District Council. THE COLLECTOR'S SALARY. POINTED QUESTION TO DR MORGAN, YNYSYBWL. (To the Editor of the Free Press.") Sir,— Will you kindly allow me a small space in your columns to ask the chairman of the Mountain Ash District Council 11 he did justice to the ratepayers in the way he expressed him- self in referring to them in a council's meeting held under his presidency on Monday, August 9th? According to the local papers, the chair- man spoke very strongly in favour of increasing the collector's salary, and, in reply to Council- lor Powell, said tby should not listen to the "clap-trap" of people outside, who were against this motion. May I ask: Is it not the "clap- trap" who have. to pay the rates, ami is it not their money whieu the Council has to handlfe? If so, why should you not listen to them? When vou were elected you promised that you would do your best for the "clap-traps;" why should you now turn? We, as ratepayers, put you there to represent, us, and not to represent yourself only? Where is the consistency in giv- ing the collector of Mountain Ash a salary of JS5 5s 9d per week for collecting 4000 houses. an(] living the collector of Aberdare L3 per week for collecting 8,000 houses? Is there any con- sistency in this? I should like the Chairman to answer. I say it is quite me that we "clap- traps" should open cur eyes and see how things are going on. I believe some of us at Ynysybwl are equally capable of dealing with figures and assessing the value of men's work as is the chair- man of the District Council, and it is quite time that we should take this matter up and see that we put men on the Council who will do justice to us ratepayers and handle our money more carefully. WThat does Mr John Williams say to the motion? Was he in favour of it? Perhaps we will hear something of the Chairman's views in the next edition, and may be that he will an- swer those few questions through your paper, Mr Editor, it will be more suitable to do it in writing than verbally.—I am, etc., RATEPAYERS' CLAP-TRAP.

COUNTY SCHOOL, PONTYPRIDD. The Scholarships Examination. Below is a list of successful candidates, in order of merit. Sixty-four boys and ninety-one girls entered for this competition. Maximum marks obtainable, 460 average marks obtained by the boys, 232 by the girls, 202. Lowest total marks amongst the boys, 102 amongst th6 girls, 60. BOYS. MAl, K. 6C C c NAME, ADDRESS, AND SCHOOL. ES E8 0 ."S c .3 o • £ = .t2 .£3 Scholarships I-William Waters, Pontygwyndy road, Caerphilly Board 400 353 2-T. Telynog Davies, Treharris Mer- thyr advanced elementary 360 327 3-Dan Lewis, Efail Isha Llantwit Fardre 3159 326 4-Thomas Fullove, Pontygwyndy road; Caerphilly Board 344 313 5-Thomas Jarman, Llanbradacb; Caer- philly Board 332 332 6-David Stephen, 93, Taff View Pont- shonorton Board 305 277 7—Percy W. Probert, Hilary House Mill Street, Pontypridd Board 305 254 8—W. Ivor Williams, Bridge Street, Tre- forest; Treforest Board 303 253 9-Albert E Griffiths, 2, East Street, Trallwn Coedpenmaen Board 290 264 £ 1 10s. Scholarships 10—Ralph M. Jenkins, Church Village Llantwit Fardre Board 284 258 11—James A. Nicholas, Coedpenmaen Road; Coedpenmaen Board 283 240 12-Edmund George, Crawshay Street, Ynysybwl; Trerobart Board 281 244 13—Thomas Hughes, 51, High Street, Ynysybwl; Trerobart Board 277 231 14—David J. Davies, Harry Street, Hop- kinstown Mill Street Board 276 251 15-Lewis J. Thomas, Store House St., Nantgarw Taff's Well Board 260 236 16-Arthur E. Morgan, Court House Street; Graig, Pontypridd Board 256 213 17—H. Tudor Davies, Treharris Mer- thyr Advanced Elementary 256 213 18—Jno. Edwin Jones, Robert Street, Ynpsybwl; Trerobart Board 255 222 PROXIME ACCESSERUNT. A few of the following will be offered Scholar- ships owing to the withdrawal from School of some present scholars:— 19-Campbell Evans, Van Farm Caer- philly Board 254 231 20—Benjamin Hughes, Ynysybwl Ynysybwl Board 254 221 21-Jams G. Jare, Robert Street; Tre- robart Board 250 208 22-Ricbard James Davies, Crawshay Street; Trerobart Board 246 205 23-Howard G. Thomas, Hopkinstown; Mill Street Board 243 211 24-Vincent Thomas, Taff, s Well; Taff's Well Board 241 219 25-Albert Rosser, Nelson Nelson National 230 217 26-Maxwell Davies, Ynysybwl Tre- robart Board 239 208 27—J. Richard Evans, Ynysybwl; Yny- sybwl Board 238 207' 28-David Richards, Pantygraigwen Llanwonno National. 234 195 29-Gordon T. Eustace, Caerphilly Caerphilly Board 234 195 30—William Williams, Ynysybwl Tre- robart Board 233 194 31—Owen G. Jones, Ynysybwl Tre- robart Board 232 193 32-Idris Williams, Berw Road Coed- penmaen Board 232 202 33-Ivor Bowen, Graig, Pontypridd Graig Board 232 202 34-Stephen J. Edwards, Court House Street; Graig Board. 228 198 35-William O. Morgan, Upper Boat; Hawthorn Board 228 198 36-John Gash, Treforest Treforest Board 223 194 GIRLS. Aldworth Scholarships, X5. !-Maggie Jane Rosser, Efail Isaf; Llantwit Fardre Board 375 311 2-Mary Evans, Ynysybwl Trerobart Board 325 271 3-Joan Margaret Jones, Ynysybwl; Trerobart Board 308 257 4—Maggie Prosser, Gronow Street; Graig Board 301 274 5-Rachel Lewis, Efail Isaf; Llantwit Fardre 295 295 6-Edith Lewis, Cilfynydd; Cilfynydd Board 284 237 T-Annie Cannings, Cilfynydd Cil- fynydd Board 284 247 8-Keziah Jane Davies, Graig Wen Place Mill Street Board 281 255 9-May Lewis, Rickard street Graig Board 276 276 10—Jennie Brick, Grover Street Graig Board 275 229 11—Martha Hawkins, Caerphilly; Caer- philly Board 274 228 12—Margaret Ann Evans, Ynysybwl; Trerobart Board 269 234 PROXIME ACCESSERUNT. A few of the following may be offered Scholar- ships owing to the withdrawal from School of some of the present scholars 13—Sarah Roberts, Rhyfelen; Hawthorn Board 267 232 14-Winnie Evans, Cilfynydd Cil- fynydd Board 256 223 15—Edith E. Beechy, Ynysybwl Yny- sybwl Board 248 207 16—Mary Ann Edwards, Ynysybwl; Trerobart Board 248 207 17—Margaret Eborne. Coedpenmaen Coedpenmaen Board. 246 205 IS-Fanny Harris, Leyshon Street Graig Board 246 224 19-Blodwen Ashton, Cilfynydd Cil- fyuydd Board 241 219 20—May M. Hughes, Ynysybwl; Tre- robart Board 242 220

Tfje 1-mprovements at Dinas. To the Editor. Sir.-Allow me a, sniill snaoe in which to ex- press, on behalf of the inhabitants of Dinas, their heartfelt thanks to their worthy represen- tatives on the Rhondda Urban Council for their valuable services rendered on our behalf with regard to the Improvement Scheme that has been so worthily carried into effect. But while we appreciate all that has been done, we cannot well admire anything that is improperly finished, such as we must admit will be the 'fact with regard to these improvements. In no other part of the country would any Board or Council lay a portion of the pavements here. and an- other portion further on; leaving parts of old walls and iron railings to totally disfiguiv the new work done. In order to economise about one hundred and fifty pounds, such jobbery is allowed to be done, but if such an obstacle ex- isted in any other locality within the area of the Rhondda Council, I do not hestitate to say that one hundred and fifty thousand pounds would not lie saved in order to remove the same. Why not apply the same rule to Dinas? The place adjoins Liverpool House, and the cost of improvement is a very low figure, and when done the improvements would be a credit, to the Council, and the original scheme properly car- ried out. We earnestly apneal to our worthv j representatives, Messrs J. D. Williams, Lemuel P. Griffiths and Thomas Griffiths, to do all they can in this matter, inasmuch as "Nid da cs ra elTir gwen. "-1 am. etc., Dinas. TOM EVANS.

BRASS BAND RIVALRY AT PONTYPRIDD. Prom Blowing to Blows. POLICE COURT PROCEEDINGS. I On Wednesday, at the Pontvpridd Police Court, James Jones, William Harris, John Har- ris, and Albert Elley, members of the Ponty- pridd Volunteer Band, were summoned for a's- saulting John Ryan, one of the members of the Town Band, on the 7th inst. Each of the four defendants litad also taken out cross-summonses against Ryan for assault. Mr D. Roberts-Rosser appeared for Ryan, and Mr James Phillips for the four defendants. Mr Rosser not being present when the ease was called on, Mr Phillips opened, and said the assault arose out of a. sort. of disagreement be- tween the two bands, between whom, for some time, a. certain amount of jealousy had existed in consequence of some ensragments. It ap- peared that when the Town Band met the Vol- l'uteer Band on the Tumble one would not five way to the other, and there was some nasty feel- ing between them. On Saturday week there was a dinnr at the Park Hotel with the Oddfellows, at which the Volunteer Band were engaged When they had completed their duty, about nine o clock, they came out and the four de- fendants, with others, came out through the principal entrance of the Butchers' Arms. As they were coming out they were met by John Ryan, of the Town Band, and several of his friends. A row started, and Ryan said to Wil- liam Harris, "1 suppose you have been trying to play to-night?" Harris replied, "No." One of them ultimately pulled out half-a-sovereign, and cliallenged Ryan to play for it. Ryan asked from where was it obtained, and inferred that it was come by dishonestly. Ryan then struck Jones down, and on Harris saying,"It's not fair," he struck him down also, and assaulted the others in similar fashion. John Ryan, labourer, 30 Maritime street, Pontypridd, said he was in the Butchers' Arms Hotel on the night in question, when the Volun- teer Band were playing there. He saw John Harris (who was not a member of the band) and the other defendants there, and he had a con- versation with James Jones, who asked him if he was willing to play on the instrument for half-a-sovereign. He replied that he did not have half-a-sovereign, whereupon Jones struck out at him. Ryan turned his head. and Jones missed him, striking his own friend. This friend then struck Ryan, who knocked him down. Wit- ness walked on about five yards when Jones came behind him and asked if he was ready to play. Before he had time to reply Jones struck him, and the four defendants attacked him. Jones lu, him down, and whilst on t.he ground attempted to throttle him, at the same time putting his knee into his stomach. Jones was on him when a policeman came up and pulled him off. Witness was unable to work for a week, and had been attended by a doctor. Dur- ing thee progress of the fight he became uncon- scious. and when he recovered he found himself lying on the sofa in his house. Robert Powell, Hopkinstown, said he was in the Butchers' Arms at the time of the scuffle. He was not a member of either band. As they were coming out Rvan said to Harris and James Jones, "You have smacked us to-night." Jones then aimed a blow at Ryan, but misled and struck Harris. Jones, ELe and the brothers Harris attacked Ryan, who warded off the blows, and struck some of them. There were numerous other witnesses to be heard, there being no less than ten for the defence, but the Bench stopped the hearing at this juncture and dismissed the case.

A Pontypridd Tavern Keeper's Matrimonial Affairs. At the Pontypridd Police Court on Wednes- day. Henry Pavne, coffee tavern kepeer, Ponty- pridd. was summoned for using threats towards his wife. Mr D. Roberts-Rosser, solicitor, Pontypridd, appeared for the complainant, and Mr James Phillips for the defendant. Mr Phillips asked the Bench not to go into the facts of the case, as it would only cause un- pleasantness. Mr Payne had left the town, and had started a business in Swansea. He and his wife had now separated, Mr Rosser having pre- pared some documents for them, and his client was willing to be bound over. There was no doubt but that he had used threats towards liis wife when he was in a. drunken condition. To this course the Bench assented, and bound the defendant over in a sum of JE5 to keep the peace for six months.

South Wales Clerks' Association. The second quinquennial actuarial report of the South Wales and Monmouthshire Clerks' Association has just been issued. It is an inter- esting document, and in distributing it to em- ployers and clerks throughout the district the directors point out that the work and results of an association of this kind are exceptional in some ways, and chiefly in that it does not inter- fere between employers and employed as regards wages or salary. The association has now been in existence some ten vears, during which time it has done a considerable amount of good in a quiet way amongst a class, the members of which in time of depression or sickness arc often in, want, though little may be seen or known of it. On belialf of the association the directors take the opportunity of thanking most gratefully many employers for the kindness of heart shown on numerous occasions to the association or the members thereof, and at the same time they venture to ask the attention of employers to a paragraph in which the actuary says that lie desires to impress upon the directors the! neces- sity of keeping 111> the annual subscriptions or donations, and while doing so they respectfully suggest, that the employers of clerical labour m this district may feel disposed to contriDutc TO the benevolent, i hough unobtrusive, work of tne Clerks' Association.

Raids on Rhondda Poultry Runs- Before the Rhcndda Bench on Thursday, John Morris and Henry Cooper. two lads, were charged with stealing nine chickens, the proper- ty of Mr Coles, Penrhys farm, Tylorstown. The boys went to the farm on the 8tli of August, and took the chickens. They were seen by the farm labourer. P.S. 2+ proved arresting prisoners, who, when charged with the offence, admitted committing it. Cooper was fined 10s and Harris was or- dered to receive three strokes with the birch rod. Robert Davies, of Porth, commonly known as "Silly Bob," was charged with stealing a fowl, value Is, the property of Mrs Joseph Mathias, Trealaw, and also with assaulting the police. Prosocutrix said that the fowl was taken from her yard on the IStli inst. P.C. Mayne stated that about one a.m. on the 18th inst., he was on duty at Brithweunydd Road, Trealaw, when he observed prisoner coming from the direction of prosecutrix's house. He had the produced fowl under his coat. Whilst being taken into custody prisoner became very vioicn and as- saulted the officer. He was sentenced to three weeks' imprisonment for the theft and an addi- tional three weeks for assaulting the police.

NEIGHBOURLY SQUABBLES AT PENYCiftlC Woman Charged with Wounding. On Thursday the Porth magistrates heard a case in which Mrs Lewis, of 125, Balaclava road, Penvgraig, was summoned by John Epans, a collier, of the same place, for unlawfully wound- ing him. It appeared from the story of the complain- ant that on Saturday, the 31st of Julv. he was called out by a man named Thomas Jones, who said that he was not going to work that evening. While both men were conversing a number of women came out beating tin pans. Man- of them knocked complainant, but Mrs Lewis hit him with a Bath brick on the right eye. Cross-examined by Mr Thomas Phillips, solici- tor, entre, complainant denied that he was causinT trouble to the neighbours. John Griffiths stated that he saw Mrs Lewis throwing the brick at complainant. Dr Weichart, Penvgraig, having given evi- dence as to the injuries, Ser-eant Morgan said that when charged prisoner denied the offence. Mr Phillips, for the defence, contended than the injury had been caused by a poker, which was used by complainant's wife. Mrs Evans, for the defence, said thai she saw oomplainant strike and kick the defendant. She also observed the complainant's wife present. Richard Hawkins said that the brick was thrown against a wall by a Mrs Cox, who was implicated in the row. Further evidence having been tendered, the defendant was committed for trial at the next Quarter Sessions, bail being accepted.