Glamorgan Free Press

TRUE IVORITES. Annual Feast of the Trehafod Lodge. The Trehafod Lodge of the True Ivorites cele- brated its sixty-second anniversary on Saturday, An admirably served dinner was partaken of at at thee Holly Bush Inn, Hopkinstown, and the large company fully enjoyed the splendid cater- ing of the host and hostess, Councillor and Mrs H. M. Rowland. The subsequent proceedings were of a convivial description. One of the newest honorary members of the lodge, in the person of Bro. Thomas Jones, contractor. Hafod, presided over a numerous gathering, and was supported by another honorary member, the Rev Ll. Ll. Davies, Llanwonno Vicarage, Mr R. Gwyngyll Hughes, the enthusiastic presi- dent of the lodge; Bro. Williiam Marks, the vice-president; the treasurer, Bro. H. M. Row- land; and the devoted secretary, Bro. Moees Jones. It may be incidentally remarked that the lodge holds a splendid position, having a membership of and its value being R1240. Bro. Thomas Jones, in the course of his well- received introductory remarks, extended his heartiest greetings to his fellow-members on the occasion of his first visit, and thanked them for the kindness they had shewn towards him. He felt it a real honour to be connected with a body of men who were doing so much to raise themselves and to elevate the community by making preparation for times of illness and dis- tress. Speaking as a member of another Order for the past Zl years, he referred at some length to the fact that the friendly societies of our land were now passing through a period of great depression, and said that it was the duty of each member to do all that lay in his power for the improvement of his lodge. They should ndeavour to drain as little as possible, for what was the use of eating all to-day and having nothing to-morrow? (Hear, hear). Bro. Moses Jones read letters of regret at inability 10 attend from Mr Edward Plummer, Glynoorrwg, who enclosed a donation of a guinea; Dr Illtyd Jones, Garth, Breoonshire; Councillor Hugh Bramwell, agent of the Great Western Collieries; Mr Iago Daniel, Brynhy- fryd, who forwarded a cheque for two guineas. (Hear, hear). Rev Ll. Lloyd Davies, who rose amidst cheers which were renewed on his addressing the com- pany as "brother Ivorites," delivered a very interesting speech on the work of philanthropic societies. It would, he said, be bringing coals to Newcastle—indeed, coals to CA-m-Rhondda- (laughter)—to tell any of those present the ad- vantages which accrued to members of a socie- ty like that one. What he hoped, however, was that by repeating such facts some influence could be brought to bear upon those misguided people who held aloof from such institutions. During his brief experience in the ministry he had found, time after time, what miseries and poverty those families had to go through, the heads of which had not deemed it advisable to ioin some friendly society. Those present knew these things, and he only wished they could bring such important truths home to those people who had not yet seen the wisdom of joining the Ivorites or some such society. What pain. what misery, whlat TKyverty imight be avoided if all married men could realise the im- portance of their duty to prepare for the worst by becoming afflicted with some lodge such as that. Of course, one great reason for joining is the advantage which secured to the members personally; but, at the same time, friendly societies should be supported not only because of the personal benefits, but also because they ful- filled the great Christian law, "Bear ye one another's burden and so? fulfil the law of Christ." He wished, he repeated, that they could bring this truth home to others who had not yet seen the wisdom of belonging i) such a society. (Hear, hear). ) Bro. R. G. Hughes, speaking with characteris- tic warmth, delivered an interesting address on the progress of the lodge.When touching upon that subject,he said,one so dear to him and then, he could not help calling to mind the splendid old pioneers of that lodge, the men who had laid the foundation of what was one of the strongest lodges in the Order. (Hear, hear). The names of such veteran workers as Robert Boddicombe, Thomas Evans, David Stephens, and Morgan Williams came vividly to his mind, and he could only think of them with deep reverence. (Hear, hear). During the past six months the lodge had made excellent progress, and there were evidently splendid prospects before it. It was indeed gratifying to find that the lodge was now worth an average of £9 10s per member, a fact which spoke volumes for the manner in which' its affairs were conducted. Proceeding, the speaker referred to the great national awakening which had taken place in reference to Welsh ideals, and the Welsh language, but he was keenly sorry that there was not a similar revival of interest in the Order of Ivorites, the premier Welsh philanthropic order. During the evening speeches were delivered by Bro. W. H. Mills, Bro. Moses Jones, and others; bardic effusions by Gwyngyll and Cocosfardd y De, and capitally rendered solos by Mr T. Farr, Bro. Rees Morgan, and others; and a recitation bv Bro. David Thomas. The accompanist was that gifted LnstumentaliBt. Mr Ap Tafonwy Mills, whose pianoforte solos and clever aecom- panimo«it« added much to the general enjoyment. Votes of thaaks to the Host and Hostess and the Press, as well as others, were unanimously adopted.

TTWGLArrn'S GLORY MATCHKS. Save the T)OZKN WHAPPKKS and send for particulars of PRIZKS to S. J. MOREL A.TTD an<l SONS. England Glorv Match Works, Gloucester. The ahove brand of matches are made entirely by BIIITISH LABOUR. 3170

LLANTRISNT HEROES. A Brave Father and His Gallant Son. INTERESTING PARTICULARS OF SERGEANT WEST'S SERVICE AND PRI- VATE WEST'S DARING. We have much pleasure in presenting our read- ers with some very interesting particulars wmch have been published with reference to the dis- tinguished military career of Sergeant West, Llantrisant, and also of a brave deed for which his son, Private West, has been publicly honoured The following paragraph from a recent number of the "Freeman's Journal" is an eloquent tribute to Sergeant's West's long and faithful service: — It is with pleasure that we open our columns at all times to bona fide military intelligence, but the pleasure is much enhanced when ,as in the present case, the object is to honour a deserv- ing old soldier. The subject of this aritcle ¡s Sergeant Francis West, of the 35th (Royal Sus- sex) Regiment, Richmond Barracks, Dublin, who is about to be discharged to pension after an eventful and faithful service of 21 years, during which period he saw much active service, having been sent to the Crimea when quite a stripling recruit, for which service he received the War and Turkish Medals. He subsequently served in the suppression of the Indian Mutiny in 1858-59, for which he also received a medal; he is also in possession of the medal (with gratuity) for long service and good conduct. There are two points in connection with Sergeant West's career which are almost, if not quite, unprece- dented, the one being that out of 21 years' ser- vice he has been over 20 years a non-commis- sioned officer, and the other being that during the above long period ho has never had a single entry in his defauter sheet—a circumstance that speaks volumes for his character, During the latter few years he has held the onerous and trustworthy position of canteen sergeant, an appointment which, above all others, brought ihim into daily contact with all nuùre cf the regiment, and tue satisfactory manner in which he discharged his various and responsible duties may be inferred from the fact that by the unanimous wish of the regiment, both officers and men, he has been recommended by Lieuten- ant-Colonel -ladall (his commanding officer) to his Royal Highness the, Commander-in-Chief for the appointment of pensioner canteen steward to the regiment, with a view to his accompany- ing them to a foreign station druing the winter. To no class of the regiment, however, has this decision occasioned more unfeigned pleasure than to his brother sergeants, who have been inti- mately associated with him for many years, and who are, consequently, most conversant with his sterling worth as a man and a soldier, and his genial, jolly, happy nature as a comrade,and to whom his loss would be almost irreparable. In conclusion, we wish him many years' enjoy- ment of his new appointment." PRESENTATION TO PRIVATE WEST. HUMANE CONDUCT REWARDED. A TRIBUTE TO THE HEwiSM OF WELSH COLLIERS. The Sergeant's son, a private in the 2nd Welsh Regiment, has proved himself a veritable "chip of the old block," and it is "ratifying to find his bravery has found appreciation and re- cognition. Private West was brought up at Llantrisant, and the niam- friends of his boy- hood's days will read with keen enjoyment the following extract from the "Madras Mail:"— "Recently we reported the gallant conduct of Private West, of the 2nd Welsh Regiment, who plunged into the Harbour, at the risk of his own life, to save that of a young Parsee who bad accidently fallen into the water. The em- plovers of the young Parsee, Messrs DeRose and Co., of Pouham's Broadway, to mark their appreciation of Private West's humane conduct, forwarded a silver watch, with a suitable in- scription, to the Officer Commanding the Regi- ment at Fort St. George, for presentation to Private West.Accordingly this morning a parade of the half-Battalion of the 2nd Welsh Regiment W36 held in the Cornwallis Square, Fort St. George, when Major Penno made the presenta- tion. In doiiw so he said: 'Officers, Non-Commissioned Officers, and men of the 2nd Battalion the Welsh Regiment,-l am extremely proud that it should have fallen to my lot to make the presentation which I am about to make to Private Arthur West of our Regiment, for his gallant conduct in saving life on the 5th July. The facte of the case are known, not only to all of you, but also, I venture to say, throughout India. Private West is, I am glad to sav, the son of a soldier. He was born in the Army, his father being a Sergeant in the 35th Royal Sussex Regiment. Private West is 25 years of age; he enlisted at Cardiff in January, 1891; he has two goou conduct badges, and I am "-lad to say bears an excellent charac- ter. I am sure you will feel with me that by his gallant conduct Private West has brought great credit not only on our Battalion, but also on the Service. I am confident that there are no pluckier men than Welshmen, and many ex- amples of heroic conduct have been afforded in the unfortunate occurrences which from time to time happen in the Welsh collieries. We have read of the terrible explosions in the coal mines whereby numbers have been killed', and others entombed. Volunteers have been called for to descend into the depths of the earth in the hope of savin,, any survivors; the difficulty has been not in getting sufficient Volunteers,but in keeping men back from performing a task from which they knew that the chances were a thousand to one that they would not return alive and it has oftentimes been admitted that such heroic conduct on the part. of the Welsh colliers, from whom a large number of our recruits are drawn, are quite as gallant and worthy of re- cognition as deeds performed by our soldiers in action, which have been rewarded b" the "Vic- toria Cross." Although the danger in the pre- sent instance was perhaps not so extreme as that run by men in the colliery accidents al- ready referred to, still it was an opportunity afforded to Private West of showing the stuff he was made of. The opportunity came to him, he did not let it pass. He showed that he was a soldier of real good grit; he did not hesitate to seize the opportunity, and by doing so, risked his life. It is still fresh in the minds of all of us how our feelings were stirred when quite re- cently the news reached us of the cruel outrage at Poona. On that occasion the innocent lives of two of our comrades and fellow-countrymen were taken in a most cruel and cowardly man- ner, bringing sorrow and anger to our hearts. Private West's gallant conduct was a happy contrast, and it should be a lesson to those con- cerned to know that a British soldier,, within a few days of this brutal outrage, unhesitatingly risked his life to save that of a native. I am sure you all are as glad as I am to know that that soldier wears the proud title "Welsh" on his shoulder strap.' "The following extract from Battalion Orders by Lieutenant-Colonel R. J. F. Banfield, dated Head Quarters, Bellary, 14th July, 1897, was also read: 'The Commanding Officer has much pleasure 'n announcing to the Battalion that on the 5th of July, No. 2952 Private 2nd Welsk Regi- ment, while walking on one of the piers of the Madras Harbour with two other men of the Battalion, saved the life of a Parsee who had accidentally fallen into the sea. Private West jumped off the pier into tliei water and succeeded in fastening a rope round the drowning man.who was then hauled up on to the pier, by the othei two men of the Battalion. It is well known that this part of the Harbour is infested with sharks. Private West was subsequently taken r out of the water by some natives in a boat. The friends of the rescued man have intimated their intention of presenting Private West with a sil- ver watch. The Commanding Officer heartily congratulates Private West on his plucky deed which reflects great, credit on himself and the Battalion to which he belongs. All the oorres- pondence has been forwarded to the Royal Hu mane Society in London with a view to thp granting of a suitable recognition of the gallant act.' Major Penno then handed the watch to Private West, and thanked Mr Upshon and the other Police Officer and the representative of th" rescued lad's family for their kind attendance. "Mr Upshon having made a brief and suitable reply, the. parade was dismissed."

AMALGAMATION OF BUSINESS AT PONTYPRIDD. THE Pontypridd Coachhuilding Company, Morgan Street, have taken over the business lately carried on by Mr Howard Williams, as Whpelwright and Coachbuilder at Mill Street; also the business oarried on by Messrs John Doxey & Sons, as Coach Painters and Trimmers, at Rhondda Road. Pontypridd. Having taken over all hands engaged at both the places named, they beg to announce that they (the Company) are better able to comply with the requirements of the trade, and to accommodate their customers at the Steam Carriage Works. Morgan Street, Pontypridd.—The best and largest of its kind in the principality. A large stock of all kinds of Vehicles always ready. AU Oonnoiaaeora with thia fact agree, Harris, of tl a Central Stores^ for splendid tW

ECLWYSILAfl SCHOOL BOARD. Its Manners and Niethods. To the Editor. Sir,—What a happy family the Eglwysilan Board appears to be! They never pique one another! It is no doubt the happiest body of men under the sun veritable, infallible con- clave. To compare it with any other would be invidious, and is altogether out of the question, for it is incomparably the most intelligent, fair, and amiable Board of its kmd in the principality. The ancient seers pale before the brightness 01 their knowledge !The seven wise men of Ancient Greece are pigmies by their sides! They never act from caprice, nor commit themselves to a precipitated action. Their plan is well wrought out, and runs on broad lines! The principle on which they proceed is just and wise, and uueir decision is invulnerable. No proposition is evei made until every one is ripe to swallow it at one "gulp." without thinking of digesting it. Their appointments of school staff win the spon- taneous approval of every sensible fellow, and should any mortal dare to demur to any of their deeds (misdeeds) he is at once cried down, and is unceremonially told that he has no stand- ing in the matter. But notwithstanding that, they are a self-elated as well as self-elected Board. I am, to tell you the real truth not sorry that th-- are drawing to the end of their tether; for I am convinced that the next Board, let it come from the Wilds of Africa, will act as conscientiously, fairly, and justly as the present one, and it is to be desired that it will have infinitely more consideration and better respect for those teachers who have been brought up in their schools. Every creature has some regard for his own offspring,but it seems that this Board has cultivated a lingering fondness for aliens and foreigners, and has always shown preference for teachers from other than their own schools. Thev don't seem to set any value or premium on teachers educated at our Training Colleges and Universities. At their last meeting, after a sharp tussle between some of the members, a discursive harangue by one and a rigmarole by the other, they proceeded to fill the vacant head-mistress-ship in the Girls' School, Caer- philly, and the appointment in my opinion is a very satisfactory one, on the principle that it was done through wire-pulling and that it was not known to outsiders. I have nothing, per- sonally, against the appointments of either Miss Hargest or Miss Edmunds, but if it is an un- written law of the Board to give preference to thpir own teachers, other things being e-ual- and I presume that Miss M. E. Austin would compare favourably with the appointed applicant for it is well known, or it ought to be, to the Board. that she, during her apprenticeship in the school for which she applied, passed well in every examination, and with credit to herself, has completed her college career at Cardiff Univer- sity. Then where is the justice or fairness of over-riding her application in favour of one who, I am told, is not college trained ? As you know, sir, a great demand is made for trained teachers. Untrained young men and voung women may be clever, but. Her Majesty's Inspectors lay stress, and set value on college-trained students. But why should I trouble you and take up your space in further dilating on the doings of this All-wise and All-powerful Board ? It is some satisfaction to me and others that the doings of this Board are not allowed to escape without vour notice, and I thank you for exposing their doubtful tac- tics and inconsistencies, their blunders and "cris- crosses." In my opinion, they highly deserve the public exposure, you made of them in r-our recent leader; let us hope it, will be the means of bringinc them mo together, and of making them to act more consistently.—I am, etc., TOM JONES.

I PASSION'S POWER." Miss Mary Austin at Pontypridd. WELCOME RETURN VISIT TO THE CLARENCE THEATRE. Yet again does Mr Tom Jones, the courteous part-proprietor of the Royal Clarence Theatre, deserve hearty and unstinted recognition for the enterprise which so often marks his manage- ment of the popular Pontypridd playhouse. During the past couple of years what a magician he has proved himself. Why enthusiastic Clar- encitcs have been simply bewildered b his marvellous deterity in switching on treat after treat and surprise after surprise. But we are becoming accustomed to this sort of tiung now— getting educated up to the higher or Clarence standard, as it were. This is the fact which accounts for the splendid audience that as- sembled on Monday night to greet Miss Mary Austin in cordial, Pontypridd fashion on the occasion of her more than welcome return visit. We cannot now recall the date, but it seems as if 'twere but. yesterday that we were thrilled and gripped by the subtle influence of "Passion's Power," and especially by -iss Mary Austin's clever impersonation of the unhappy Zorah Var- no. During its long and successful run. uiis cleverly written play, from the versatile pen of Mr Arthur Shirley, has always produced a deep and abiding impression, and the hearty applause which resounded through the auditorium on Monday evening indicated how vividly each strik- ing scene and incident was called h mind. The principal character of the drama. Zorah Varno, suffers the cruellest wrongs at the hands of a young Hungarian, Michael Laski. Taking ad- vantage of her innocent youth and trusting na- ture he entraps her into a sham marriage, his real wife being still living. Tiring after a while of Zora he expresses his intention of leaving her, the announcement throwing her into a state of deep mental anguish. Her uncle, General Zuran, appears on the scene, however, and ex- posing Laski's villany, takee his niece away. Three years later we find her in the house of the Countess Delaunay at Paris, where she becomes engaged to the Hungarian Prince Kandos. At this jucture once more her evil genius, Laski, crosses her path. His wife is now dead, and he wishes to regain his influence over Zorah. The scene when the two meet in the brilliantly lighted sa!on affords Miss Austin full scope for her un- doubted talents for emotional acting. All Laski's overtures are resisted with scorn and indigna- tion bv the woman whose love for him once has changed into contempt and loathing. Stung to madness by her bitter reproaches -aski threatens to reveal to the Prince how that—although in truth unwittingly—she has been his mistress. He forwards to her intended husband letters which she had previously written to him, but through an accident they do not reach the Prince until the marriage has taken nlaoe. An hour affear the ceremony the latter is about to open the packet, which has been put into his hands, but his wife implores him not to do so. She then confesses that she has been, through no fault of her own, the mistress of Laski, whom she knows. however, only under an assumed name. A pitiful scene follows the revelation, and, plunged into the very depths of grief and despair, she loses her reason. She is taken by her husband to the house of Laski's father, the chateau of Retalka, in Hungary. Randolph Laski is the judge of the province, and both being ignorant of the fact that it is his own son who has so dishonoured Zorah, he assists the Prince in his search for the villain who has wronged her. Eventually Michael Iiaski's guilt is discovered by his father, and he subsequently meets his death at the hands of the Prince. Zorah has regained her sanity upon the sight of Michael, and thus the curtain descends with a very happy ending to her troubles. The scenery throughout is superb, some of the sets being truly magnificent. In the second act a wonderfully gorgeous interior of Madame De- launev's house is shewn, illuminated by many sparkling lights, and no wonder that this mag- nificent scene nightly creates loudly-expressed enthusiasm. The ladies' costumes are dainty confections, and all the effects are in keeping. Miss Austin displays all the histrionic power and pathos of a cultured and finished actress, and her winning charm of manner and delicacy of feeling are pleasirrin the extreme. She is admirably supported, so that the performance is a thorough success.

AN EVICTION IN THE RHONDDA. William Llewellyn, collier, Ystrad, was STIHT- morved at the Ystrad Police Court oa Monday before Alderman W. Morgan and Mr D. Thcm i?. P.O. Howella said that on the 25th ult. he w eaJled into the Star Hotel, Yetrad, wberr !>* observed defendant very drunk. Miss Morgiiji, the landlord's daughter, saiu that she h& re- quested him to go out, but he refused, ami wi* a asked by the oonstable to go out he again refusal and they were obliged to put him out bv force. He was fined JBI. Defendant's brother was ajMn near the place, and endeavoured to int-eri>iT* with the oomstable, but the latter proved io hi the best, and summoned Benjamin for intc-Tfr- ing, and the magistrates fined him 10s.

Furious Driving at Toriypandy. A BOY KNOCKED DOWN. Thomas Evans, haulier, Tonypandy, was sum- moned at the Ystrad Police Court on Monday— before Alderman W. Morgan and Mr D. Thomas lared with furious driving at Tonypandy. P.C. Pratt said that about 9 o'clock on batur- day evening, the 28tli ult., he saw defendant driving a horse and cart through Dunraven street, Tonypandy, at the rate of about eight or ten miles a.n hour. When he was proceeding along the street be knocked a boy down. When returning he was driving more furiously than before. Defendant: The horse I have is very bad tempered. Supt. Coles: What condition was defendant in? Witness: He was not sober. Inspector Hoyle said that on the following day defendant came to him and said he Was sorry for what he had doae, but he was the worse for drink. I Fined 10..

ECHOES OF THE HOLIDAYS. A TRIP TO GWBERT-ON-THE-SEA. Once in every twelve month it falls to my lot to leave the Rhondda Valley and its teaming population, and spend a fortnight at some place where the air is healthier and more bracing. This year I guided my steps to the quaint ant ancient town of Cardigan for the first time in my life. I thoroughly enjoyed my journey on the whole, with the exception of the three hours' delay at Whitland station. Since my last visit to this town on the Taf, I found that Nazareth Baptist Chapel had been extended, and it is at present a fine edifice. Rev Daniel Jones, the respected and popular pastor, is held in high esteem in the town. I reached the quaint old town of Cardigan about eight, but the day's journey was not yet over. It was another three and a half miles' distant before I would reach my destination, and there was no other mode (f reaching it than by walking. I therefore started on my journey to Gwbert-on-the-Sea. After leaving the road to Verwi- on the right, I walked on, guarded on each side bv hedges A verdant green. I had not gone far before I was overtaken by a break. After saluting the driver I ascertained that he was booked for Gwbert, and with him I reached my lon- desired haven about 9 o'clock. My companion felt very wearied and not without reason, too, since he is not yet nine years of age. We had a hearty and cordial reception with Mrs Williams, the hostess, and her amiable daughters. The hotel combines the comforts of a private house with the conven- iences of a first-class hotel. The charges are most moderate, and the catering has gained an enviable reputation. The hotel stands unrivalled in position, on a risin" elevation, just below where the alluring Teify loses its name in the mighty ocean. The views obtained from this hotel are grand in the extreme, overlooking, as it does, the Cardigan Bay nd the Irish sea. Here also may be felt the strong breeze of the Atlantic Ocean. It is visited bv many tourists from all parts of England and Wales, who are loud in their praises of the bea'i< v cf the scenery. What surprises me is, that this place has not been developed into one of the finest sea-side re- sorts in the kingdom. The essential require- ments for such are very favourable. There is a fine stretch of plain land, and its natural rising elevation from the sea. The matter has been taken up by a syndicate, and a new road from the direction of Cardigan is now being construc- ted, which, when completed, will be the means of reducing the distance between Cardigan and Gwbert by 20 minutes. Then the developement of Gwbert should be rapid in the erection of fine terraces and mansions. The ebb and flow of the tide do not effect any difference to bath- ers, as the sea never leaves the rocks, which are a paradise for artists. Bathing here is a real luxury combined with perfect safety. There is everyihing in Gwbert to charm away cares, to invigorate the over-wrought brain. In the hotel grounds are tennis courts, golf ground, and boatir- is also provided. Seats are abundant, as also are charming walks both for invalids and lovers. NOTES FROM LLANSTEFHAN. The little village of Llanstephan seems to have lost none of its popularity as a sea-side health resort for the mining classes of South Wales; for during this season it has been quite as busy, if not a little busier, than has been its exper- ience for some years. The facilities for tra- velling to Llanstephan from almost every lo- cality in South Wales are now such as to be within the reach of the poorest of the working classes, end it, therefore, causes no surprise to find the place monopolised by Rhonddaitee, and the inhabitants of "Sweet 'Berdar" and the surrounding localities, Llanstephan is situated about eight miles from Carmarthen, and its population numbers a. few hundred. There is one thing which considerably militates against the popularity of Llanstephan as a watering place—the crossing of the ferry from Ferry- side in small boats. Although no accident of any seriousness has ever happened there, yet it is the stumbling block which prevents many holiday seekers from visiting there. The chief attractions are the beautiful walks to Llandy- bie, Laugharne, Pendine, and also up to Car- marthen road; boating trips to Tenby, LaUK- harne, Pendine, and other places; and, above all, the wood, or what is known as the "Sticks." a place situated above the beach facing Ferry Side. Some of the trees there grow to a very great height. Here and there the trees have been hewed down, and on these vacant spot are held all the convivial gatherings of the holiday season. The visitors assemble at this retreat. and the greater part of the enjoyment is to 00 found here. During the season concerts, eis- teddfodau, and social gatherings of all kinds are held here. In the earlier part of the day, games are carried on, and young folks have an opportunity of exercising themselves to their heart's content. Amongst this year's visitors well-known to our readers were Mr W. Thomas, conductor of the Treorky Royal Male Choir; Mr D. Treharne (Tiberog), Cymmer; Mr J. Evans, Pontypool, and Miss Evans; Mr E. J. PrTOO, Treorky Schools; Mr T. John, Editor "Glamor- tran Free Press;" Rev D. G. Williams, Fern- dale; Mr B. Davies, miners' agent, Ton; Mr A. Edwards, Treorky (winner of the County Coun- cil scholarship); Mr T. Rees, U.C.W., Cardiff; Mr T. Davies, Post Office, Treorky; Mr J. Devonald, Treorky; Mr J. Llewellyn, Aber- aman; Mr D. Phillips (Briallydd), Treorky; Mr O. Llewellyn, Cwmbach and a great number of lady teachers from "Sweet 'Berdar." The adjudicators in the eisteddfodau were Messrs T. Davies, W. Thomas, E. J. Price, in the musical department; Tiberog in the literary por- tion A number of the Royal Male Choir, who had been fulfilling an engagement at Aberaercn. come down to Llanstenhan to spend their holi- days, and during their stay contributed largely to t-he enjoyment of the visitors. Several se- lections were rendered under the baton of Mr H. B. Williamson, Prof. of Music, Treorkv. while Signor Fergusson, Rhondda Vallev, charmed the visitors with renderings of popular songs and ballads. Mr J. Baker, Ammanford, also took "The Sticks" by storm with his ren- dering of "The Village Blacksmith" and "Long Shoreman." Mr J. Jones, Treherbert, t.rmi-I them to magnificent renderings. Messrs Smith- son and Pilkissin also ma.de themselves felt dur- in" the holidays at Llanstephan. As elocution- ist, Mr T. Rees, U.C.W., gave some snVn- renderings, which altogether made "The Stiel- full of enjoyment for young and old. Another place much frequented by holiday seekers the "Tafarn Llath," and crowds were seen wending their way to this very popular plie-r and much enjoyment was derived from t.h!' gatherings. Mention should also be made rf t.be beautiful residence of Sir John Willi a—. M.D. (medical attendant to the Royal famib > which is situated on a hill facing the ferry.

A Change of Air. WHY IS IT NECESSARY, AND HOW TO BENEFIT BY IT. "Oh! for a change!" is the cry from town arid country, and packing for the annual visit to th* seashore or the Wells is the oirder of the daj. The various health resorts are frequented not sc much by those who are actually invalids as by those who wish to be protected from becoming so. The routine of every-day life, the closo application to business or study, the pressure of home cares, all tend more or less to put tii.1 system out of tone, and to make a change nec« 6- sary. And it should be remembered that it is in the "change" the chief benefit lies. J in 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-the change that is of air, of scene. uff diet, and of habits of life. Neither is this all that is necessary. Musti experienced medical men now-a-days advise '?. taking during the change of a course of soma good tonic medicine—ae, for instance, that popu- lar preparation "Gwilym Evans' Quinine RJ t. ters," which has secured the approval of m,. uy leading physicians, and whose praises are sunjj by most people who have tried it. As a remedy for Weakness, Nervousness, In- digestion, Low Spirits, Sleeplessness, and CI,est. Affections, it has no equal. Gwilym Eva as" Quinine Bitters, the Vegetable Tonic, is sold it bottles at 2s 9d and 4s 6d each, and can be ob- tained from all chemists and patent ru vendors, or, carriage free, by parcel post, direct, from the proprietors: The Quinine BitKrs Manufacturing Company, Limited, South Wales. Beware of Imitations. Bee the name "Gwilyta Evau* on Label, Etamp, nul Bottle.