The Aberdare Leader

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Abercynon-. Drink Bowen's "Veretta," the Queen of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere. BANKRUPTCY.-The U Gazette" an- nounces the receiving order of Charles Webber, 208, Abercynon-road, colliery hitcher. PARADE.—On Sunday the Boys' Bri- gade and Boy Scouts had a Church Parade. An excellent sermon was preached to the boys at the English Con- gregational Church by the Rev. W. Hop- kins.

Hif'wah'K Drink Bowen's "Veretta," the Queen of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere. "ADVICE TO MOTHERS."—Are you broken in your rest by a sick child suffer- ing with the pain of cutting teeth ? Go at once to a chemist, and get a bottle of MRS. WINSLOWS SOOTHING SYRUP. [t produces natural, quiet sleep by reliev- ing the child from pain, and the little cherub awakes as bright as a button." Contains no Poiscnous Ingredient. Of all Chemists. 1 II! per bottle. TEA PARTY.—On Monday last Ziou English Baptist Church held their annu- al tea in connection with the Sunday School. The trayholders were: Miss Esther Morgan and Miss Nancy Morgan, Miss Emily Davies, Misses Boon and Brock. Cutters: Mrs. Davies and Mr. Hammond. Caterer, Mr. D. P. Davies. INTERMENT.—On Saturday last the remains of Mrs. Mary E. Davies, Bethel- place, were interred at Penderyn Church- yard. The deceased was 72 years old. and was a faithful member at Nebo Cong. Chapel. Many friends and neigh- bours attended the funeral. The official ing minister was the Rev. E. Wern Wil. liams. ANNIVERSARY. — On Sunday last Mount Pleasant English Cong, Chapel held their annual preaching services. The preacher was the Rev. W. R. Price, Tal- garth. In the afternoon a Welsh service was held at Nebo Chapel (kindly lent), when an impressive sermon, was delivered on the "Temptations of Christ in the Wilderness." The singing was under the lead of Mr. William Davies, organ- ist of Mount Pleasant, while the accom- panist of Nebo Chapel presided at the organ. SOCIAL & FAREWELL MEETING.— On the occasion of the departure of the Rev. D. C. Jones, pastor of the Welsh Wesleyan Churches at Hirwain and Rhigos, to Llanelly, a farewell social tea was held at the Wesleyan Chapel, Rhigos, on Monday last. The trayholders were: Mrs. Noel, Mrs. Davies, Misses Rees, Evans, Beavan, and Morgans. After tha tea there was a public meeting, when solos were rendered by Mrs Powell, Glyn- neath; Mr. J. M. Rees, and Mr. Tom Jones, Rhigos. The accompanist was Mr Richard Rees, Llwyngwin. Warm-heart- ed appreciation of Mr. Jones's valuable services during his ministry at this place was expressed, and the best wishes of Hirwainites follow him to his new sphere. Mr. Jones feelingly responded to the kind sentiments uttered. The chairman of the meeting was Mr. John Edwards, B.A., Gnoll, Rhigos. The chapel was crowded.

Tcecynon. j THE SMALL HOLDERS' LEAGUE. A further meeting in connection with the Aberdare Branch of the above league was held at the Park View Restaurant on Friday evening, the 19th inst., when the following were preesnt:—Messrs. W. J. G. Evans. Arthur 1. Griffiths, L. Burchell, W. Buichell, J. Davies, J Jones, and T. Daniel. It was proposed, after a brief discussion, to elect perman- ent officers, and the following were ap- pointed Chairman, Mr. W. J. G. Evans; vice-chairman, Mr. John Davies; hon. sec., Mr. Arthur 1. Griffiths; treasurer, Mr. Wm. Burchell. It was further pro- posed and seconded that the membership entrance fee of Is. should then be paid, and this proposal was acted upon, and the sum handed over to the treasurer.— Another meeting of the local branch will be held at the Park View Restaurant on Friday evening (to-morrow), when Coun- ty Councillor G. A. Treharne, of Aber- aman, a member of the Smallholdings Committee on the Glamorgan County Council will address the meeting. This league promises to become a very useful institution in the place, especially to those interested in gardening, poultry keeping, bee keeping, and small holdings and allotments generally. A very in- teresting meeting is anticipated, and a hearty invitation is hereby given to all to attend. Meeting will commence at 7 o'clock. Mr, Arthur 1. Griffiths, the versatile postman of Llwydcoed, is the hon. sec. of this new movement.

Abepcwmbc-f. Drink Bowen's "Veretta," the Queen of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere. Y.P.S.—On Sunday last Bethlehem Young Pe:)ple's Society held a meeting, over which Mr. W. R. Griffiths presided. Mr. Meredith Evans read an excellent paper on "Satan and his tempting- The following also spoke: Messrs. Isaac Isaac, John Hugh Davies, Ernest Davies, and the chairman. BETHLEHEM.—The pulpit of the above church on Sunday last was occupied by Dr. Pan Jones, Mostyn. He is now travelling in a missionary va n through South Wales. ACCIDENT.—While following his usual employment as haulier at Cwmneol Col- liery, Cwmaman, Mr. Wm. Duffel, Jen- kin-street, sustained a severe accident, His thumb was broken, and a wound in his head necessitated 7 stitches. FREE LIBRARY.—It has been decided to hold a competitive concert in aid of the funds of the above. The following are the officers: Mr. W. R. Griffiths, chairman; Mr. Dl. J. Evans. treasurer; Air. P. Rees, secretary.

Ynysboeth. ALL SAINTS CHURCH.—The annual tea and sports of the Sunday School in connection with the above Church were held in Mr. Belbin's field. The tea was partaken of in the hall, and the follow- ing ladies rendered valuable assistance: Yfesdames George Yorath, Rees. Bethell, Turner. Barnsley, Rigbv, Richards, Evans. Henry, Earl cm, Hudson, and James. Au adjournment to the field was made where a capital programme of sports had been arranged, the following | gentlemen acting as judges: Messrs. Geo. j Yorath. M.E., W. Blacker, Wm. Lewis, and J. L. Mather. Mr W. Matthews was secretary and starter. The prizes were awarded as follows:—100 Yards Boys' Race: lst, David Wiltshire, Abercynon; 2nd. W. J. Wiltshire. Abercynon; 3rd, B. Arbory, Matthewstown., 120 yards local handicap: 1, S. H. Hiscock; X, D. E. Jones, Matthewstown. 120 varus (open): 1, H. Blacker, Penrhiwceiber; 2, D. E. Jones. 220 yards (open): 1. H. Blacker. Penrhiwceiber; 2, D. E. Jones; 3..B. Richards, Ynysboeth. Potato Race: 1, G. Jenkins, Matthewstown; 2, Vv. Wiltshire. Boys' Bible Class: 1, A, Davies, Ynysboeth; 2, W. Williams, Ynvsboet-h. Girls—Classes: 1, Gwen Evans; 2. G. Watkin. 1, Emily Wood; 2 Mabel Pritchard. 1, Alice Martin; 2, Jessie Yorath. 1, A. Bethell; 2, Annie Brook. Boys' race: 1. J. Cartwright; 2. Llovd; 3, T. Phillips. Boys' race: 1, G, Lloyd; 2, Syd Lloyd; 3, J. James; 4, C. Owen. Girls' race: 1, Owen; 2. Wright; 3. Jennings. Mr. Wm. Evans s Brass Band discoursed sweet music dur- ing the afternoon. The Girls' and Men s Guilds, and' Messrs. Davies, Polking- horne.'Lewis, Howe, Flower, and Hudson assisted to make a happy day for me scholars.

Cyncrc Cuts. BY "TEE KID." Abercynon at the present time reminds me of nothing so much as that old shirl, "Down among the dead men." A gent standing close to the P.O. asked me where it was. I pointed the elegant structure to him, and he immedi- ately replied, "I thought that was a shipping office." Sad about Leyshon. Winston's mowing machine still in good order, with the assistance of those hens. I meant to have a cut at the father, but who was it that nursed the baby en Cynon platform P Perhaps the wish was father to the act. Terrible dearth 01 light porters. iiger had to carry the portmanteau to the- station, and so early too. Daniel—not (II lions' den fame—has bought another trotter. The colour of it is the antithisis cf piebald—Skew" some people call it. but rm not certain if that is the proper way to spell it. it didn't half go to Caerphilly and back last Sunday. » Lord Dewar has now added one more to his many accomplishments, that of Commander of the Naval Brigade. Quite right—close to—docks. When is St^tioj. r:-?,1 going tc be fixed up properly r More like a river bed than a road. How is it King George—not the fifth of his Inie—didn't go to Cardiff as usuai last week? Had he got a thorn in his side ? Who is the new chucker-out at the pub on tne hill ? Did "Ginger" get his change? Is Bill having a game with gout, or is the gout having games with Bill. We shall scarcely know the place, es- pecially after special drinks for the decorators. My brother from Torquay. i° m Is,be acquainted with Chapel Hill at Torre r Minenead, the iavourite resort of last weeks tripper*. All booked in Kid's

Abi&rcyrsors Poiice Court. TEURSD.4 Y. A:g■;18.—Before Sir T. Marc-bant -is :Stipen(iiarv). detwks. Edmund Johnson, in Ynysmeurig-road Abercynon. lOs. and costs; Jeremiah C3.sey, in Rheoia-etreet, Penrhiwceiber, 5s. and costs: Frank Hamlet, in Margar- et-street, Abercynon. and David John Jones, Abercynor., 10s. and costs. ASSAULTS ON POLICE. Three charges wt-ra preferred against i-vaii Evans, ..ibercynon-drunk and dis- orderly, and two assaults on the police. Margaret Davies, defendant's sister, was also charged with obstructing the police. Mr. Kirkhouse Jenkins. Pontypridd, was for the defence. P.C. Williams said that at 7 o'clock on August 2nd he saw the defendant outside the Ynysmeurig Hotel. He was shouting and singing, and witness told him several* times to go home quietly. He did not go. Witness proceeded to take defendant into custody, whereupon he kicked him and struck him. Witness was kicked until he was almost winded. He sent for assistance, and P.C. Brown arrived. P.C. Brown said that when they tried to handcuff defendant he struck witness several times. For the defence the defendant was called, and he denied being disorderly. The constable interfered with him or he would have gone straight home. He ad- mitted having had 5 sleevers, but he was not drunk. The police gave evidence regarding the sister, who had tried to rescue her brother from the police. Mr. Kirkhouse Jenkins submitted that Evans was not drunk, and but for the officiousness of rhe police he would have gone home quietly. Benjamin Bernard, Richard Jones, and Richard Evans gave evidence for the de- fence, stating that the defendant was not drunk and tnat he was not disorderly. They admitted that the female defend- ant caught hoid 01 her brother's arm nai8-n "ere taking him to the Police Station. Lvans wae. fined 10s. and costs for being drunk; .i'5 and costs or one month for assaulting P.C. Williams, and 40s and costs or one month for the assault on P.C. Brown. Mrs. Davies was ordered to pay 408. and costs or one month. YNYSYBWL TRADESMEN FINED. Peter Jones, draper, Ynysybwl, and his nephew, Mordecai Jones, assistant, were charged with being drunk. P.C. Jones said that both defendants were drunk coming from the railway station. They were struggling, and seemed to be fighting. Peter Jones elected to give evidence on his own behalf. He stated that he was bringing his nephew home. His nephew was travelling for him, and had not come nome the previous night. He (witness) was quite sober, but his nephew was drunk. P.S. Griffiths said that both were drunk. The Stipendiary fined Peter Jones 10s. and costs, aim Mordecai 40s. and costs. YNYSYBWL WOMEN FINED. Clara Smith, Yrnysybwl, was brought up tor using bad language in Archer- street. She was creating a big disturb- ance and shouting on her husband, who was m the house. Fined 5s. and costs. Martha Burdett, according to the evi- dence of the officer, was in her bedroom window in Archer-street shouting at people and threatening to throw vitrol over them. A large crowd had gathered. —P.S. Griffiths told her to be quiet, and she called him a b monkev.—Fined 10s. and costs. NOT BONA FIDE. P.S. Angus summoned Miriam Patter- son, Abercynon, for representing herself to be a bona fide traveller at Abercynon Refreshment Rooms. Fined 10s. and costs. THEFT OF WOOD. Richard Owen and David Lewis, Aber- cynon, were charged at the instance of P.S. Evans with stealing timber from the Dowlais-Cardiff Colliery. Fined 5s. each.

TO YOU IT I A BARGAINS. FOR ALL G ARE DU ED:2 PER CENT. OFF COST Great Clearance Sale i AT st ~i Yiy p 0 Ifawr I fen I f ll fi m i:iWl ll ft 1 *> Commercial Street, Aberdare. # ■ NOW PROCEEDING. i -<z.T. 500 Bfoaei End Ties, Usual PHce, 2/6; Sale Pricey 1 /4|. =j A BOON TO HOLIDAY SEEKERS. |== Umbrellas worth 3/6 for 1/11. fOt" Sunday A H dj R N A CLE Cong. Church. I Anoniare, Morning at 11 Even lug at 6. Sunday School, 2.30. •—Treacher, lisv ■ J. Morgan Jones M.A., pastor. HIGHLAND Placa Unitarian Church Jiberdare. Services at 11 and 6. Sunday School, 2.30. Preacher, Mr T. Nicholas Willian-is; Peorheolgerig.

-j ~W DEATHS^ IN MEMORIAM. BADHAM.— In ever loving memory of George Badham, the beloved husband of Sarah Ana Badham, 3, George Street, Aberaman, who passed away on August 21st, 1909.—From his wife and children, who sadly miss him.

Penrhiwceiber Wedding. LIST OF PRESENTS. Appended is a list of presents received i.r* an<^ Mrs. W. J. Davies, whose wedding we reported last week PJano, tea service, and household linen- Mr. and Mrs. Rosser, father & mother of bride. Cheque—Mr. & Mrs. D. Davies, father and mother of bridegroom. Pair of oil paintings—Mr. Jacob Davies, brother of bridegroom. Pier glass—Mr. Dd. Thos. Davies, brother of bridegroom. Pair of pictures—Mr. Joshua Davies, brother of bridegroom. Cheque—Mr. Gwilym Gealy, Ferndale. Tea set—Mrs. Griffiths, Forth. Silver-mounted salad bowl—Teachers and Inhabitants of Cefnpennar. Pair of bronzes—Fellow-Teachers at Pen- rhiwceiber Boys' School. Oil painting—Miss Rees and Mr. Wat- kins, Hengoed. Silver egg cruet—Mr. Sam Davies and Miss Evans, Abercynon. Pair of bronzes and photo frames—Mr. and Mrs. W. Jones. Porth. Silver flower stand—Mr. Tom Gillard, Mountain Ash. Silver cruet stand-Misses L. and M. Gillard, Mountain Ash. Fancy tea-pot and stand—Mrs. Gillard, Mountain Ash. Set of silver-mounted vases-Miss May Shipton, Cartref, Penrhiwceiber. Silver-mounted marmalade jar-Misses E. and A. Price, Penrhiwceiber. Silver water jug—Mr. and Mrs. Richards, Foundry-terrace, Mountain Ash. Breakfast cruet—Miss Richards, do. Fancy clock—Mrs. Beecham, Cefnpennar. Cushion cover-Miss Beecham, do. Tea cosy—Miss Annie Hicks, Mountain Ash. Toilet set-Mrs. Weeks, Mountain Ash. Copper kettle—Miss H. Powell, Mountain Ash. Cheese stand-M-rs. Bartlett, Mountain Ash. Fruit dish-Mrs. Rannson, Cefnpennar. Silk cushion—Miss H. Williams, Fair View, Penrhiwceiber Hand-painted plates and butter dish—Mr and Mrs. Evan Davies, Penrhiwceiber. Pair vases-Mrs. Jones, Penrhiwceiber. Silver tea spooiis-Air. and Mrs. Freed- man, Penrhiwceiber. Silver-mounted cruet—Mrs. Picton, Pen, rhiwceiber. Cutlery—Mrs. Thos. Davies, tailor, Pen- rhiwceiber. Cake stand—Mrs Jenkins, Penrhiwceiber. IRE,ttip-mrs. Rees, Penrhiwceiber. w_ -1:t"¡1'9{88:!If

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WORKMEN'S HALL, ABERCYNON. THE FIFTH AnnuaR Eisteddfod (Under the auspices of Moriah English Baptist Church) will be held 1sli ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 3rd, 1910. i Adjudicators—Music: J. Hadley Wat- 5,lns, Esq., F.T.S.C., Bournemouth; J. V'- Lewis, Esq. (Alaw Rhondda), Fem- ale. Recitations: Rev. W. R. Jones, ellrhiwceiber. „ Male Voice, The Martyrs of the "^ena," Prize £ 12 and a Silver Cup. §ixed Choir, Congregational Tune, ^fuddersfield," Prize £ 5, and a Silver- ^nted Baton. 1 Juvenile Choir, "I am the Way (San- e^yt?85)> lst prize, £ 3 and a Silver-mount- ^"aton; 2nd prize, £ 1. rt, splendid Prizes given for Recitations, Rf>ss, Contralto, Soprano, Boys"' nd Girls' Solos, Pianoforte Solos, etc. Programmes Id. each, by post lid. 0 RICHARD DAVIES, Secretary. ^-Tnon View, Abercynon.

Comrades to Urmsi AN Invitation is given to all Carpen- ters connected with the Building Trade to attend a Public Meeting at the Bute Arms, Aberdare, on Saturday, Aug. 27th, at 4 p.m., to discuss the position of affairs. THE COMMITTEE.

No man can love evil for evil's sake as he can love good for goodness' sake. Only a noble nature can attract the noble.

"or.¡; ■■■ Hp. and Down the Valley | Cwmaman. Drink Bowen's "Veretta," the Queen of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere. PULPIT.—On Sunday last the pulpit .of Seion Welsh Baptist Church was occu- pied by the Rev. R. S. Morris, Cwmavon. lie took as his text in the morning Ephe i., 18-19, and in the evening Acts xxvi,, 19, the two sermons being inspiring ones. EISTEDDFODIC.—At the Eisteddfod held at Llangeitho recently Miss Nellie Jones, Cwmaman, divided the prize with a young lady from Lampeter on the solo, Y deryn pur," for girls under 16. Both singers were highly complimented. DEATH.—On Friday the death of Mr. Evan Jones, Aman-court, took place. He was 58 years of age, and was much respected in the village. He was a native of Tregaron, and was a faithful member of Soar Calvinistic Methodist Church. The funeral took place at Tregaron on Tuesday, much sympathy being felt with the family. JUNIOR RALLY (C.E.).-At the Pub- lic Hall on Monday, last a concert was held under the auspices of the Aberdare and District Christian Endeavour Union. It took the form of a Junior Rally. Up- wards of 150 Junior Endeavourers assem- bled, they being the representatives of Hirwain, Trecynon, Aberdare, Aberaman, Cwmaman, and Penrhiwceiber. A num- ber of action songs in character were given, and choruses were also sung. The songs were allocated as follows: — Wel- come song, Mill Street Wesleyan Choir; Little Cooks, Penrhiwceiber; White Sails, Carmel, Aberdare; Rainbow, Hir- wain; Little Laundresses, Aberaman Pri- mitive Methodist; Sweeping Brush Bri- gade, Aberaman Wesleyan; "Come, buy my flowers," Cwmaman Primitive Meth- odist British Flag, Heolyfelin Baptist Church. It would be invidious to men- tion any one choir in particular, as each section performed its part in a creditable manner. Solos were given by Mr. David Jones, Cwmaman, and Mr. W. A. Bey- non. The chairman gave a few explan- atory remarks. The baton was wielded by Mr. John James, of Trecynon, and the accompaniments were shared by Miss Beatrice Evans and Mr. Haydn Jones. The stage manager was Mr. Tom Pritch- ard. All these deserve the fullest praise for the able manner in which they carried out their allotted parts. The Rally merited a better attendance on the part of the Cwmaman folk.

MisEdn. IT IS NEVER TOO1 LATE TO ALTER your mind. If you call and see Tom Davies and Son's latest styles in tailor- ing you will make up your mind at once. Pryce Street. THE FIRST TIME OF ASKING doesn't always prove effectual, but the first job given to R. II. Taylor, Belle Vue Stores, Penrhiwceiber, will prove he can do it properly. Tinsmithing, plumbing, gasfitting", and all repairs at- tended to promptly. CANAAN.—At the public meeting held at Canaan on, Monday evening, con- gratulatory addresses were delivered by Mr. T. Bradwick; Mr. Thomas, deacon, Siloa, Aberdare; Mr. Hopkins, Aber- cynon; Rev. B. Beckerlegge, Primitive Methodist; Mr. J. H. Longman, secre-j tary Providence Church, Mountain Ash: Rev. G. Neighbour, Brotherhood Church, and Rev. D. Protheroe, Mount Pisgah, Miskin. A solo was rendered by Miss Nellie Jones. The Rev. J. Glanant Mor- gan responded to the various speakers. INTERMENT.—The funeral of Mrs. Ann Quick, wife of Mr. Geo. Quick, 90, Victoria-street, took place at. Caegarw Cemetery on Saturday afternoon. The deceased lady was 44 "years of age, and was highly respected bv all. She was a member for "many years of the Mothers' Union in connection with St. Teilo's Church, and later of St. John the Bap- tist. The body was taken to St. Mar- garet's Church, where a short service was conducted bp the Rev. Geo. Thomas, and the service at the graveside was read by the Rev. D. E. Roberts, M.A. The chief mourners were: The husband; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Quick, son; Mr. and Mrs. W. Carpenter, daughter; Miss Maggie Quick, daughter; Master Geo. Quick, son; Miss Sarah Quick, daughter; Master Redvers James Quick, son; Master Chas. Quick, son; Mr. Tom Evans, Cefnpennar, son- in-law; Mr. James Lewis, brother; Mr. J. Parcel, brother; Mr. Ben Evans, brother; Miss Esther Mary Evans, sister; Mrs. Mary Parcel, sister-in-law; Mrs. Mary Hill, Swansea, aunt; Mrs. John Thomas, Carmarthen, aunt; Mr. and Mrs. John Davies, Penrhiwceiber,

aunt; Mr. Wm. Quick, brother-in-law; Mr. Hy. Davies, uncle, Penrhiwceiber; Mrs. John Duglan, Penrhiwceiber; Mr. and Mrs. Caliph Davies, Mr. John Wm. Lewis. A number of the members of the Mothers' Union also followed. Floral tributes were received from: The family; Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Quick, Mr. and Mrs. W. Carpenter, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Evans; The Mothers' Union; Mr. and Mrs. James Lewis, and Mrs. Aaron Evans. The funeral was furnished throughout by Mr. Frank Mills and Mr. David Evans.

Mountain Ash. WE ARE NOT SATISFIED unless you are. We supply the best goods, made-up in best style. Tom Davies and Son, the Mount Tailors, Pryce Street. THE SECRET OF SUCCESS.—There is something distinctive about the goods of the Mountain Ash Furnishing Co.— the keynote of quality, which raises them high above imitations. No rubbish stocked. THE BEST INSTRUMENT in the house should be a good piano or or-an VICTOR FREE D, the Miskin Furnishing Emporium, has a fine selection of these instruments by high class makers. Cash or easy terms. Call in and inspect them. PARISH CHURCH.—Holy Communion was celebrated at 8 o'clock in St. Mar- garet's Church last Sunday morning-, Matins and Holy Litany were sung at 11 o'clock, the Rev. D. E. Roberts, M.A., intoning'. The Te Deum was sung to Ouseley, and the Benedictus to Barnby. The evening service was conducted by the Rev. D. E. Roberts. The Canticles were sung to Barnby. BRYNG OLWG.—A pleasant evening was spent at the Bryn Arthur Lodge, Bryngolwg Mission Hall, on Tuesday evening, Bro. Archer presiding. Tem- perance stories were told by Sister Williams, Sister M. A. West, Bro. J. Davies, Bro. C. West, Bro. Holman, Bro. Mortimer, and Bro. J. West. Solos were nicely rendered by Bro. T. Cole, Sister C. West, Sister J. West, Sister M. A. West, and the meeting closed by singing a chorus. Mr. T. Colb was secretary. WEDDING.—A very pretty wedding took place at St. Margaret's Church last Sunday morning. The contracting parties were Mr. James Davies, 42, Glyn Gwyn-street, and Miss Alice Butler, 39, Xing-street. The bride, who was nicely attired in fawn costume with hat to match, was accompanied by Mrs. E. A. Jones. The best man was Mr. Dd. Rd. Lewis. The officiating minister was the Rev. Aeron Davies, B.A.

Penrhiwceiber". SUCCESS. Mr. Christmas Thomas, Talycoed, Matthewstown, has passed the Oxford local examination, CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOUR. At a special meeting of the Young People's Christian Endeavour Society at Bethesda English Baptist Church the chair was taken by Miss Charlotte Rees. Mr. Rich- ards very fervently prayed. Bro. Thos. Moore read a splendid paper on "The fidelity of the Rechabites." It was listened to \ery attentively by young and old. A number of the Endeavourers read portions of Scripture. Bro. H. HowepU gave an appropriate address. Much sorrow is expressed at the impend- ing departure of Mr. Howells, who has been a faithful member of the C.E. since the start. Mr. Squance, the vice- president, spoke very effectively of the work and future of the society. A very interesting and well attended meeting closed with prayer by Mr. Williams.

AL,terdare. Drink Bowen's U Veretta," the Queen of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere. WHEN THE HAPPY PAIR GO FOR THEIR HONEYMOON what have they to come home to? Is it a happy home? Has it been furnished at Hill's, Ccsurt Room ? The answer to these questions will decide the difference between happy married life and otherwise. Call and see married life and otherwise. Call and see the magnificent stock of bedroom suites, sitting room and kitchen furniture, direct from the factory. Hill's Sale Rooms, Court Room, Aberdare. TAKE NOTICE.—On August 30th and Sept, 5th, Mr. D. Morris Powell, auction- eer, Gadlys, will conduct furniture sales P at the Long Room, Temperance Hall I (under New Theatre). O-BITTJARY.-Oii Wednesday, August 17, Mr. James Griffin, bread salesman in the employ of Mr. T. Lloyd, grocer. Aberdare, passed away, the cause of his death being cancer. Mr. Griffin was a native of Bristol, but had lived in Aber- dare for over 30 years. He was employed first at Mr. Matthias's grocery establish- f ment, afterwards at the Aberdare Laun- dry, and for the last 12 years or so at Mr. Lloyd's. His death occurred in Crouch Hill, London, where he had gone a few weeks ago. to reside with his sister. Mr. Griffin was a most diligent and trust- worthy workman, and was greatly es- teemed by his employer and co-employes. The burial took place in London. J?e The burial took place in London. J?e was about 50 years of age and unmarried. ENTERTAINMENT.—A very success- ful concert was given at the Market Hall on Wednesday evening in aid of the Aberdare Flower Show Funds. There was a good attendance. The proceed- ings opened with a rendering by the Aberdare Male Voice Party, under the leadership of Mr. David Phillips, of The Voice of the Torrents." After a song by Mr. Llew Jones, a splendid series of pictures was shewn upon the Bioscope by Messrs. Haggar and Son, the well known amusement caterers. Mr. W. H. Pritchard, the popular comadian, sang two comic songs. He was well received. Mr. R. T. Chinn, of Messrs. Haggar, also gave a delightful contribution on his concertinas. The choir sang "Martyrs of the Arena," after which Messrs. Haggar wound up the programme with another good show of pictures. HAGGAR'S COLISEUM.—The above place of amusement continues to draw good audiences. On Tuesday evening an interesting natural colour picture was shewn on the bioscope, entitled, U In the Land of Snakes and Monkeys," which was tollowed by The heart of an Outlaw." Mr. R. T. Chinn gave some clever selec- tions on his various concertinas. He is a good mimic, and was well applauded. A picture, entitled, "Courage of a child," was well received. Several other splen- did pictures were shown. ASSALLT-AT-ARMS.—At the Market Hall on Tuesday evening an Assauit-at- Arms was held in connection with the Aberaman Physical Culture Class. Mr. Jack Sheen, Aberdare, officiated as re- feree, and Mr. Edward Lewis, Aberaman. acted as M.C. The proceedings opened with an exhibition of Indian Club swing- ing by Mr. Steve Lawler, which was fol- lowed by three rounds boxing exhibitions between Jim Thorney and Owen Davies, and between William Evans and Zachar- iah Phillips. After a song by Rees Morgan, Aberaman, a pretty wrestling exhibition was given by Cliff and Ivor Lewis, the children of Mr. Richard Lewis, the Instructor at the Gymnasium. The Midget "Hacks" were very clever in- deed, and their performance was greatly appreciated. Next came a three-round boxing contest between Dick Jarman of Mountain Ash and George Williams of Aberaman. Another exhibition was by Arthur Isles of Merthyr and Tom Price of Mountain Ash. A banjo and mando- line duet was given by Messrs. Joe Davies and R. Jones. Boxing exhibitions fol- lowed between W. Williams and Litte "Tiger Smith" Aberaman; Young Woqdie and Young Packie, Aberaman; David Evans, Cwmbach, and J. Lewis, Abernant. There were wrestling exhibi- tions between W. R. Davies (winner of the Cup at the Empire, Aberdare) and Bob Hatton: also between W. Harris and Owen Davies. Boxing displays fol- lowed between Sam Owen and R. 'Lewis. Aberaman; also between Tom Hopkins and Jack Lewis, of Trecynon. There were some clever displays in weight-lift- ing by Joe Davies, who was well applaud- ed, and by Ben Jones and W. J. Rees. After a further boxing display between Tago Davies and R. Hatton. an interest- ing wrestling display took place between Frank Mears, of Aberdare (who recently- defeated W. J. Rees, Aberaman), and Ben Jones, of Aberaman. Rees Morgan -wound up with a coon song. The Aber- dare Fire Brigade (under the charge of Captain John bavies) were present. Also members of the St. John Ambulance As- sociation.

Aberaman, Drink Bowen's "Veretta," the Queen j of Temperance Drinks. Sold everywhere YNYSLWYD.—On Sunday last this pulpit was occupied by Mr. Richards, a. student at Cardiff College. j WEDDING.—On Wednesday week a quiet but pretty wedding was solemnised at Merthyr, the contracting parties being Mr. Matthew John Williams, son of Mr. David John Williams, Primrose-terrace, and Miss Margaret Everett, daughter of Mrs. G. Everett, 28, Regent-street, Aber- aman. The bride was given awav bv her brother, Mr. Richard Everett. The best man was Mr. David John Williams, father of bridegroom, and Miss Blodwen Everett, sister of bride, and Miss A. Reed were the bridesmaids. The wedded couple were the recipients of numerous useful presents. PRESENTATION MEETIXG. — On Tuesday evening last a large number of members of the lodges of the Aberdare Valley R.A.O.B. gathered together at the King's Head Inn to show their ap- preciation of Rev. M. Powell, late Chap- lain of the Order. Brother Bick was the C.P. chairman and the C.M. The chair was taken by Knight Griffin. About 150 members were present when the presen- tation of a beautiful illuminated address was made to the Rev. M. Powell by Bro. Bick, representing the R.A.O.B. A purse of gold was also presented by the Order, and was handed over on their behalf by Mr. John Mason, chairman of commit- tee. Speeches were then contributed by Knight Griffin, Primo T. W. Griffiths, Bro. Jacob R. Jones. and Primo Dan Hughes (Bayron). The Chaplain then replied. He thanked them for the great kindness they had shown him; and he hoped the future chaplain would take as much interest as he had done in the Order. He thought the Order was an ex- cellent one, and he admired the way they stuck to their chief motto, viz., Philan- thropy." They had done good in the dis- trist, especially to the needy. Songs were given bv several of the brethren. PRESENTATIONS.—A tea and pre- sentation meeting were held at the Co- j operative Hall on Monday evening by the Mothers' Guild of St. Margaret's Church, There was a large attendance. The tray- hclders were:— (1) Mrs. Morris, Chapel- street, and Mrs, Morris, Clifton-crescent; (2) Aftsses Walker, Davis-street; (3) Mrs. Lewis and Mrs. Hopper, Cardiff-road; (4) Mrs. Cummings, Wyndham-crescent, and Mrs. Andrews, Clifton-crescent. General assistance was also given by Mrs Arthur, Mrs. Burrows, and Miss B. Lewis. After the tables were cleared a pleasant evening was spent in the form of a. concert. The chairman was Mr. T. Railton, supt. of St. Margaret's Sunday School. Songs were rendered by Messrs. Hugh Webb, Thomas Wills, Dan Hughes, and Miss Lily Hnlin. who were accom- panied by Mr. W. H. Burrows. The chairman addressed a few words. Mr. Levi Harris presented the Rev. M. Powell, ex-vicar of Aberaman, upon his leaving this parish for Limpley, near Bath, with a gold watch on behalf of St. Barnabas Welsh Church. Mrs. Powell was next presented with a dressing case by Mrs. Arthur, George-street, the oldest teacher of the Sunday School. This was sub- scribed for by the Sunday School. The Mothers' Union of St. Margaret's showed their appreciation of the Vicar in giving a gold chain., which was handed over by Mrs. (Dr.) Finney. Mrs. Temple also handed Mrs. M. Powell a gold pendant on behalf of the Mothers' Union. The Vicar was also the recipient of a beauti- ful Bible, and Mrs. Powell received a photograph of the Girls' Friendly Socie- tv. Miss Walker presented these on be- half of the G.F.S, Last, but not least, were the nresents of the Church Lads' Brigade, viz., a calabash pipe aud silver- mounted walking stick, wiiicn were hand- ed over to Mr.'Powell by Miss Wager. The Vicar then responded. He thanked all the donors kindly for their valuable gifts and kind sentiments. DEATH AND INTERMENT. Un Fridav last M're. M. J. Davies, the wife of Mr. J. Emlyn Davies, late of Aber- aman, passed away at Maesteg. Mrs. Davies was the third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Davies, Fair View, Commerce-place, and had only recently removed to Maesteg, where her husband held an appointment as clerk of works. She was well known and respected in the I localitv, having been brought up at Saron Cong. Church. The funeral took place on Tuesday at the Aberdare Public Cemeterv. A. large number attended, and Saron Choir sang appropriate hymns en route. Deceased was 30 years of age, and leaves one child aged/2 years. The following ministers officiated at the house: Rev. D. Johns (Cong.), Maesteg; Rev. W. T. Francis (B.), Gwawr; at the graveside, Rev. H. P. Jenkins, Saron; Rev. J. Griffiths (B.), Calfaria, Aberdare, and the Rev. R. E. Williams (B.), Ynys- lwvd. The Revs. lorwerth Jones (B.), -1,,faeste, and G. Llechidon Williams were also present. The order of funeral was as follows: (1) General public; (-.) the choir; (3) Sunday School Class; (4) hearse. The mourners were-. Husband, father, Messrs. Ben Davies, father-in- law; Tom Edwards, Tom Evans, Willie Davies, Ivor Davies, J. H. Hopkins, G. Thomas, brothers-in-law; Thomas Jones, W. Jones, Isaac Jones, William Jones, J. D. Harris, Evan Davies, Aberaman; L. Davies, Brynamman; D. Thomas, Cwm- bach; T. J. Davies, uncles; W. J. Phil- lips, cousin; W. G. Davies, Ben Davies, cousins; H. Jenkins, Ferndale; Tom Davies, D. Davies, and M. Davies, Pen'r- heolgeryg; Idris James and Evan James, Treorchv; John James, Crynant; D. James, Ferndale; W. Harris, J. Harris, both of Mountain Ash; John Bevau, Evan Roberts, Thos. Blackwell, all of Bedlinog, and Mr. Howells, Maesteg. -0, 1st coach: Mother; Mrs. Davies, mother- in-law; Mrs. Jones. Regent-street, grand- mother; Mrs. Hopkins. sister-in-law: Mrs- Edwards, Mrs. Evans, sisters; Miss VT- Davies, daughter. 2nd coach- Misses Cranogwen Davies, Katie Davies, sisters; J ennie Davies, sister-in-law •, orertie Jones, aunt; Mrs. Thomas, Cwm- oach, aunt; Mrs. Howells, Maesteg. 3rd coach: Mrs. D. Jones, Cardigan; Mrs. I. Jones, Regent-street: Mrs. L. Davies. Brynamman; Mrs. Davies, Brynheulog:* Mrs. Harris, Mountain Ash, aunts. 4th coach: Mrst Harris, Curre-street, aunt; Miss Katie Harris, cousin; Mrs. Douce, Dowlais; Mrs. Owen, Llwydcoed; Mrs. Evans, Pontycymmer. 5th coach: Mrs. Jenkins, Ferndale; Mrs. Davies and Miss Davies, Aberdare: Mrs. Knell. Trecynon, Mrs. Jones, Ystrad. 6th coach: Mr. E. Rowlands, uncle; Miss C. M. Jones, cousin; Mrs. Jenkins, Mrs. Roberts, both of Bedlinog, cousins; Mrs. T. Davies and Mrs. M. Davies, Penrheolgeryg. /th coach: Mrs. Rees, Abergwynfi: Mrs. Richards, Mrs. Bowen, both of Maesteg. Mrs. Cornthwaite, Abergwynfi; Mrs. Williams, Clydach Vale. '8th coach: Mrs. D. Davies and Miss Davies. Mar- garet-street; Mrs. Rees. Neath. 9th coach: Mr. D. Edwards, Seymour-street, Aberdare, and Miss Edwards. 10th coach Miss Davies, schoolmistress, Aberaman; Mrs. Miles, Sunny Bank, Aberaman. 11th co ich: 'Mrs. Lewis, Howells-row, and friends. 12th coich Mrs Gwilym Davies. Aberdare; Miss James, schoolmistress, Senghenydd. Wreaths were sent by the following: (1) Mr. B. Davies and family: (2) Sunday School Class: (3) Christian Endeavour Society.

Cv*. FT*bach. OBITUARY".—The funeral of Mrs. Lloyd, 2, Tirfounder-road. took place on Tuesday last. Mr. W. James officiated in the absence of the Rev. R. H. Davies. pastor of Bryn Seion Cong. Chapel, at which place deceased was a faithful mem- her. The following were the mourners: Messrs. John Lloyd, husband;, Dan Lloyd, son; David Daniels, Ben Daniels, Thomas Jones, Durnant; Wm. Jones, Edward Jones, both of Dowlais, and John Lewis, Carmarthen, cousins Samuel Lloyd, Ed- ward Lloyd, James Lloyd, and Dd. Lloyd, brothers-in-law. 1st coach: Misses Han- nah, Rachel. Annie, and Mary Lloyd, daughters; Mrs. Rachel Lloyd, mother- in-law; Mr. David Daniel, father; Mrs. Daniel, step-mother. 2nd coach: Misses M. A. Davies, Neath; Hannah Lewis, Carmarthen; Ann Daniels, Carmarthen; Esther Jones, Durnant, cousins: and Mrs. Davies, 3rd coach: Mis. M. Davies, Mrs. Rachel Jones. Mrs. Sarah Ann LJnvd. Mrs. Edward Lloyd, and Miss Hannah Lloyd, sisters-in-law. 4th coach: Misses R, M. Lewis and Annie Lloyd, Penygraig; Mrs. Lloyd, Penygraig: Mrs. Jones, Dowlais Mrs. A. Davies. Dowlais. 5th qoach: Mrs. James, Cwmbach; Mrs. Thomas, Cwmbach; Mrs. Davies. Cwm- dare; Mrs. Williams, Aberaman: Mrs. Rees, Cwmbach.

i-1, Deserving Cynonite. t There lives at Abercynon an old man npmed John Harris, or better known as John "Trot," He is a decent -art, up- right. strictly honourable, and from his own showing' he has turned the allotted span. The question of a pension for him is being discussed, but unfortunately he can produce no positive proof of his age. He has lived for many years I,) Aber- cvnon. but was a native of Watford, Herts! He states he is the youngest of J3 children, and a brother who died in Bridgend Asylum many years ago told II him he was 8 years his senior, and from that calculation he was 70 last Xmas. He has no birth certificate, no Bible register, no papers, was never married, and cannot read or write. In fact he is just John "Trot." He was working for the Squire at Rickmansworth when the Crimean War commenced, and he was earning 6s. per week, an amount of pay which pretty well goes to prove he would be some'where about 14 cr J5 years of age. His brother was a recrniting officer in Cardiff at that time. Old John worked on the Taff when the Ynysybwl lv>e was built, and also worked on the line when the Rhondda Fach branch was laid. He remembered Ferndale when there were only 15 houses there. Although fresh coloured, hale and hearty, he has the ap- I pearance of his alleged age. Is there anyone can suggest any method to put the old chap right for his pension? A good turn needed.