The Aberdare Leader

Mountain Ash Jottings. BY "LUCIFER." Stranded near Ty Bw bach" sounds weird to Welsh ears. Such was the ex- perience of an Aberdare motorist on Sunday week. The car broke down com- pletely, and a horse and wagon had to be requisitioned from Aberdare to haul the damaged article home. Horses are not quite useless yet. A. horse, a horse, my kingdom for a horse 55 was the cry of Richard III. on the battle- field, and so long as wars and rumours of war are in the air (the word air must be taken matapliorically), so long shall we have need of horses. It seems that our Horse Show has ceased to be an annual one. This is a pity, for Mountain Ash was well known all over the county to have a first-class show. Did the East Glamorgan Show, when held at Mountain Ash, have any deadening effect on the local show, as it did last year at Aberdare?

The Land- Problem. N, S GUP, OR W-FN FARM OBTAINED FOR SMALL HOLDINGS. As the result of representations made by County Councillor G. A. Treharne, Aberdare. vo the sub-land committee of the Glamorgan County Council, arrange- ments have been made with Colonel For- rest, agent for Lord Plymouth, for the acquisition of 300 acres (or more) of land at Ysguborwen.

Aberdare Valley Teachers' Cycling Club. The last run of the present season will be to Caerphilly Castle next Saturday, leaving Victoria Square at 10 a.m. M. REES, P. E. FRY, Hon. Sees.

Hirwain. I RAMOTH.-The pulpit of this church ¥¥ occ"P/„ed last Suncfay by the Eev. D. Johns, Gilfach, Bargoed. ENGLISH WESLEYAN. — On Thurs- EeV" J: E1Jis> th& ™ Wesleyan circuit minister. frnniTTiiv8 tc iri this church, tbp ir; xx Saturday afternoon T?nTn ™ockey Team met the Aber- 5 7- a? 011 tlle Common. The scored" W goals team haviu" BETHEL.—On Monday evening last a rneeang was held in Bethel (C.M.) under The1?p?1Cu • vf TemPerance Society. o».behalf Swansea- Spok« ™ ANNIVERSARY meetings of the ,aPtist Church, Penderyn, were held last Sunday and Monday. The preachers were the Revs. J. G. Watkins Mountain Ash., and Charles Davies, Carl Trecvmuw.H(?'~A" 7party of men from In rto ir iessl a religious meeting S^uare last Saturday m? Mr. Budge, the Navvy on tbTo' a similar meeting >Vrms Square. b MOUNT PLEASANT (C.) Y.P.C.E.S.— 1 he topic for the meeting held last Wed- nesday night was "The Ladder to Heaven. The leader, Miss Maggie Evans, read a very interesting and in- structive paper on the above topic. Miss A. George and Mr. R. Jones and several other members spoke. BIBLE SOCIETY.—Last Tuesday even- ing a meeting was held in connection with & foreign Bible Society at Jsebo (Cong.) Church. The Rev. D. Eurof VVaiteis gave 3- very instructive and able address. Mr. D. Jones read the year's report of the society. The Rev. W. J. WIllIams filled the chair. G.W.R. TEMPERANCE SOCIETY. The monthly meeting was held on Sun- day last. Mr. J. S. Mugford occupied the chair. Excellent addresses were given by the Rev. D. J. Arthur, B.A., on H Tem- perance," and Mr. J. Whalley on H Sign \ei] e e\t Recitation by Mr, David Williams. Mrs. Flooks rendered a solo. Violin solos were given by Messrs. F. Collier and W. Johnson. Messrs. W. Powell, Richard Jones, and John Davies spoke. Mr. Wm. Powell closed with prayer. ACCIDENTS. — While following his employment at the Tower Colliery on Monday, an accident occurred to Mr James Evans, Merthyr-road, some coal falling and injuring his back. He was immediately attended by Dr. 1. G. Thomas. Fortunately there are no bones broken.—The same evening, while cycling down Rhigos Road, Mr. Reggie Bray- shaw, the Hirwain footballer, was knocked down by another cyclist. Mr, Brayshaw received very nasty injuries to I his face and arms. SOCIAL.—A social was held at the Hirwain Council Schools on Friday night. The staff of the three depart- ments met together to give welcome to Miss Espeland, Miss Selby, and Mr. F. O. Morgan, who have just commenced their duties at the above schools; also to bid farewell to Messrs. Gwilym Jones. D. R. Morgan, and W. O. Twiney on their departure for College. An excellent tea was provided by Mr. D. P. Davies, and games and dancing were indulged in. An amusing farce was given by Messrs. J. A. Jenkins, G. Jones, W. O. Twiney, and D. R.Morgan. The secretary was Mr. H. H. Morris. TEA PARTY.—On Monday last the annual tea party of Tabernacle Cong. Church was held. The following presid- ed at the prettily decorated tables:—Mrs. A Evans and Miss A. Davies, Mrs. Howell Jones and Miss R. Rees, Mrs. I-t. Derfel Roberts and Miss Dan Jones, Mrs. Dd. Roderick and Miss A. M. Mosely, Mrs. Dan Rees and Miss M. G. Williams, Mrs. Haydn Morris and Miss L. G. Jones; I assisted by Misses M. P. Jones, Katie Mosely, Annie Price, R. A. Davies, L. M. Jones, Maggie Davies, M. B. Roderick, Adelaide Davies, and Cecilia Jones. The cutters were Mrs. T. Price (Gelly), Mrs. Meyler, Mrs. Ed. Lewis, Mrs. E. Morris, and Mr. Dan Jones.—In the evening a musical programme was gone through, tho Rev. R. Derfel Roberts presiding. Solos were sung by Miss Katie Mosely, Miss M. G. Williams, Mr. Caradog Davies, Mr. Dan Meyler, Mr. W. H. Smale, and Mr. Henry Pitt, and quar- tettes by Mr. David Roderick and party and Mr. David Jones and party. Recita- tions were given by Miss Catherine M. Evans, Miss Olwen Morris, Mr. James Rees, and Mr. Jonathan. Mr. D. P. Davies catered. The secretary was Mr. Thos. Beavan, while the treasurer was Mr. Philip Jones. Miss Annie Jones was the accompanist.

maHS, MARRIAGES, and DEATHS. DEATH. • JONES.— On September 6th, 1910, at Scranton, Penn., U.S., David Jones (late Accountant), eldest son of Mary Ann Jones and the late John Jones, Aberdare. IN MEMORIAM. HILLIER.—In ever loving memory of May, beloved daughter of S. and A. Hillier, Trecynon, who died September 23rd, 1907, age 14 years. You are not forgotten, May, e, ear, Never shall your memory fade, Sweetest thoughts shall ever linger Around the spot where you are laid.

aepvtoes for Sunday Next. "OA BERN A CLE Cong. Church A Aberdare, Morning at 11 Evening at 6. Sunday School, 2.30. -Preacher, Rev. J. M, Jones, pastor. HIGHLAND Place Unitarian Church AjL Aberdare. Services at 11 and 6. Sunday School, 2.80, — Preacher, Rev W. J. Phillips, Nottage. BETHANY, Jubilee-road, Godreaman 11 a.m., and 6 p.m. Preacher, Mr Dl. Lewis, University College, Cardiff. Sunday School at 2 30 p.m. You are heartily invited. -v.t'flJl':

Penrhiwceiber Non- Unionists. "Show cards" took place among the workmen at the Penrikyber Colliery on Tuesday. It was ascertained that there were 400 non-unionists out of 1,500 men employed at the colliery. Notices were served by the workmen on the manage- ment on the 1st inst, and unless the non- unionists will have joined the Federation by the end of the month, work will be suspended as a protest against the employ men t of non-unionists.

Revision Court: at Aberdare. Mr Ivor Bowen, revising barrister, sat at Aberdare on Monday to reviso the list of voters for the parish of Aberdare and the ownership claims in the same parish in East Glamorgan. The Liberals were represented by Mr D. M. Richards, the Labour party by Mr T. I. Mardy Jones, assisted by Councillor E. Stonelake, and the Conservative party by Mr T. Richards, Merthyr, assisted by Mr John Davies, Aberdare, A discussion took place as to the right of the Conservatives to object to certain Liberal and Labour claims on the old lodger list, which, it was alleged, were improperly filled up, without giving the lodgers the legal notice required under the Act, and the barrister, relying on the case of Nuth v. Taplin, held that if the claim was bad on the face of it he had the right, if his attention was called to it, to strike it out. Mr D. M. Richards asked him to state a case, but this he declined, and said that Mr Richards could proceed by obtaining a mandamus. The new lodger claims were then taken and were contested on all sides. A large number were struck out owing to the fact that the rateable value was under £ 5 and more because the lodgers had not the exclusive use of the bedroom. The Liberals sustained 348 old lodgers, the Labour party 112, and the Conservatives 53. Of the new lodgers the Liberals sustained 89, Labour party 20, Conserv- atives 103, giving a total of 437 Liberals, 132 Labour, and 156 Conservatives.

Mountain Ash Compen- sation Case. At the Mountain Ash County Court on Tuesday, before his Honour Judge J. Bryn Roberts, the case of Morgan Bevan against the Penrikyber Colliery Company, which had been referred to the Medical Referee at the last hearing, was heard. The Medical Referee had reported that the applicant was not fit to resume his work as a hitcher, but could do light employment underground, such as clearing roads, signalling, &c. On this Mr A. T. James, who appeared for the applicant, claimed full compen- sation from March 31st to June 1st, partial compensation thereafter. Mr Kenshole, for the respondents, con- tended that it was not shown that the applicant had been totally incapacita,ted at all, but his Honour believing he was, granted him total compensation to May 1st, and partial compensation at 6s 3d ^eek after.

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Mr. Keir Handle's Prophecy. The Times" Berlin correspondent gives the following account of Mr Keir Hardie's speech at the annual congress of the German Social Democratic Party at Mageburg on Tuesday :-Dealing with he Osborne case, he stated it would Aflame a spirit of rebellion in the English working class, and he is re- ported to have continued, I promise you that before a year is out that im- pending struggles in England will have sOadevelopcd that you will see leaders of Trade Unions sitting in prison. This '.va shall answer with strikes by means of which the revolutionary spirit will attain its zenith,"

"¡¡r¡ English Wesleyan Church, Aberdare. Harvest thanksgiving services were held at the above church on Sunday last. As usual the sacred edifice had been de- corated with fruits and flowers, having been laid out with great tact and taste, and producing a most pleasing effect. Above the pulpit and overlooking a pro- fusion of bloodless sacrifices were the words, "Praise the Lord with gladness/' forming a very pretty arch. On Sunday morning Mr. C. F. Bowden gave an ad- dress on H Growth." Mr. A. E. Harm- ston was the organist. In the afternoon a children's service was held. Recita- tions and solos were contributed by the children, and Mr. Bowden gave an ad- dress. Mr. Bowden preached at the even- ing service. On Monday afternoon a sale of fruit took place. The stallholders were: Fruit, Miss Roberts, Gadlys Cottage, and Mrs. Wade. Vegetables, Misses Susan and; Sarah Harris. Refreshments, Mrs. S Siook and Mrs. R. Lewis. The ar- rangements were in the hands of the Supt. of the Sunday School, Mr. A. E. Davey. On Monday evening an entertainment and lantern service was given, presided over by the Rev. James Ellis, the newly appointed minister. Mastor Harold Kenny played a pianoforte introduction. Mr. H. Evans sang "The Toilers/' Mr. VY. Wade sang A dream of paradise.55 Solo and chorus, a The Harvesters," by Mr. H. Kenny and party. Miss H. Wade sang "Sing me to sleep," and the duet, "Excelsior/5 was given by Messrs. Wade and Evans. The children, under the care of Miss S. Harris, went through their recitations with very pleasing ef- fect. Mr. Dan Edwards very kindly and ably undertook the duties of pianist. The second part of the programme was the Lantern Service, entitled, That Bear old Teacher, Nature," and was much appreciated. The lecturer and lanternist was Mr. A. E. Davey.

Religious Fervour at Cwmaman. The members of Seion Welsh Baptist Church held their half-yearly preaching services on Sunday and Monday last. The special preachers were the Rev. Fred Morgan, Morriston (formerly of Ffrwd, Mountain Ash), and the Rev. R. S. Morris, Cwmaman. The Revs. M. Jen- kins, Abercwmboi; G. Ll. Williams, Aberaman; Messrs. T. J. Hughes (stud- ent) and Gomer Thomas commenced the services. Mr. W. Clay Jenkins, A.C., was the precentor. On Monday night unusual scenes of enthusiasm were witnessed. The Rev. R. S. Morris, in the course of his sermon, asked where were the converts of the Re- vival? Were they ashamed to own their associations with Jesus Christ? There- upon an old veteran called out in Welsh, "Nac ydym, nac ydym," and several other persons gave vent to their feelings. _=.

Aberdare Valley Golf Club. The following members have qualified in the first stage of the Aberdare Valley Club Championship:—Austin Evans, 86; Arthur Williams. 91 W. T. Howell, 92 Harry Powell, 93; R. L1. Williams, 94 E. T. Leysbon, 97 Owen Williams, 97 Stuart Powell, 98; A. O. Mander, 99; W. G, Thomas, 99, and the Rev Sinnett Jones, 100.

Green Street Mission, Aberdare. A lantern service was held outside the mission room on Tuesday. A large audience gathered and listened with rapt attention to the description of pictures by the Church Missioner and joined heartily in the singing. A quartette was beautifully rendered by members of the mission choir. It is hoped to continue these services if the fine weather lasts.

Mr McHugh at Cwmaman, Tho Cwmaman Branch of the National League of Young Liberals opened its session on Tuesday night. Mr. John Lloyd, Brynhyfryd, presided. A resolu- tion was proposed by Mr. Beddoe Rees, Cardiff, to the effect that the present system of land valuation introduced by Mr. Lloyd George's Finance Act should be made imperial as well as local for tax- ation purposes. This was seconded by the Rev. W. D. Morris (C.M.), Cwmaman, and Mr. Mac Hugh, the Liberal speaker, then got up to support the resolution. He remarked that the land was given by our Creator not for the exclusive use of any people, but for the free use of all. An attempt was made to move an amendment to the resolution, but this was not allowed. Questions were asked as to whether Mr. McHugh was in favour of the nationalisation of land, and he re- plied in the negative. A commotion then took place, the chairman insisting upon closing the meeting1 so that Mr. McHugh could "catch the 9.10 p.m. train at Aber- aman. The I.L.Peers, however, persist- ed in riddling him with questions, and were not at all satisfied with his refusals to replv. The meeting was closed with a vote of thanks to the chairman and speakers, proposed by Mr. David Evans, and seconded by Mr. Tom Lewis.

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Scraps. BY "THE SCRIBE." In delivering his lecture at Calfaria, Aberdare, last week, Mr. Edgar Jones, M.P., must have been a little excited, for he placed Lot in the ark, the place alloted by Holy Writ to Noah. Again he re- ferred to Jacob and Laban as ante-diluv- ians. Dealing with the poverty of Britain in years gone by he said that out of 8 million people in this country at the com- mencement of last century one half of them was in the Workhouse! Robinson Crusoe he declared contained more of the Bible in it than any book with the exception of Pilgrim's Progress. Perhaps Mr. Jones was a bit hurried and flurried over his Parliamentary duties. By the way, he said that he had been rather busy of late, and that it was only some four hours before the meet- ing" that he had in which to prepare his lecture. However it was a splendid lecture, and deserved a better audience. The handful on Friday night was such a contrast to the hallfuls that our senior M.P. used to geo last winter. And this is Aberdare people's opinion of Edgar Jones," re- marked one who was present, not worth sixpence I" But the subject on this occasion was coal and not politics. If Mr. Edgar Jones had been booked to lecture on some sub. ject such as "The British Parliament," I am sure he would have commanded a rattling good audience. Coal is a dry subject. Even to coal- getters themselves the story of its influ- ence on nations does not appeal. The only time that coal becomes interesting is when it causes strife between coalowners and coalwinners.

Cynon Cuts. BY "THE KID." Cynon Councillors having a cut last Tuesday. No one thinks the Chairman won. The Brecon trip was all right, but what about the lambs bought by Tom and Dan of the only ilk? Rather (f)risky pur- chase. Sad news from Weston. Some Cynon- ites left without paying for their lodgings. Somebody lodging complaints. Curious no one could decide the winner of that 300 yards race. Supposed to be running, but wasn't it more of the Johnny Walker style? What a beastly light under the new bridge. It would be far better if the lamp were moved half-way under, against the wall. Those two bottles still being argued about. Threats of County Court sum- monses. If Bill wasn't there in the flesh, he was in spirit. The Lick Vicks5 trip to Tintern has come undone. An alternative trip was to LJanfabon, but then even that wouldn't have pleased everybody. Many and varied are the careers of Prize Cups. A certain pigeon cup has had a chequered career and has found a new resting place. It was not a chequer- ed pigeon that won the cup, but the latter might now easily be called a trucked pigeon cup. lie's sister didn't win the Llandrindod beauty prize, and George V. is despond- ent over it. Send the Cynon ladv next time. Why was the red room empty ? Edgar says a he couldn't breathe." 'The state of trade is enough to stop anyone's breath. Evidently matters have been adjusted between Medicus and the R.A.O.B. Hur- rah for the Antedeluvians. An impromptu supper party was held somewhere adjacent to the Kopsie. A -n'aLfy^ to°- Treasurer/ Double Shift Buff, Tipper, etc. What a feed- netted tongue and pickles, but the land- lady refuses to foot the bill. It was all right at the time, but parting gives pain.

Abercynon. TABERNACLE.—It has been decided by the above church to have a new vestry erected at Glancynon-terrace. AMBULANCE'The Abercynon No. 1 Team were successful at Treherbert on Saturday in obtaining the second prize, the Abergorki Team winning the first prize by only one point. On Monday, at Cilfynydd Sports, the team came in first. NAZARETH. On Saturday evening, Sunday, and Monday evening the anni- versary meetings of the Welsh Baptist Church were held. The Revs. J. F. Wil- liams, Glynccrrwg, and W. A. Williams, Pontypridd, officiated. FUOTBALL.-The Abercynon Juniors A.F. Club commenced the season in fine form last Saturday, when they met the Ynysboeth Juniors in the Abercynon Football Field, beating them by 10 goals to nil. The scorers _were Bert Davies, Stanley Jones, R. Kelly, and Brinley Evans. SUCCESS.—The following Abercynon pupils of the Mountain Ash County School have obtained their Senior and -Junior Certificates:—Senior Certs.: R. T. Evans and D. D. Davies. Junior I Certs.: Lizzie Howells, Maggie Howclls, Llewela James, Mary Lizzie Pugh, W. J. Howells, J. Howells, and Emrys Hughes. PROPERTY SALE—A sale of lease- hold property was held by Messrs. J. R. Thomas and Watkins at the Junction Hotel on Wednesday evening, when the fc-Ilowinp,, lots were offered for sale:—Lot 1: Dwelling-house known as "Mounts Bay.55 147, Abercynon-road; Lots 2 and 3, 22 and 23, Mountain Ash-road. The solicitors for the vendors were Messrs. W. R. Davies and Co., Pontypridd. The purchasers were: Lot 1, Mr. Gibbon, Pontvpridd; Lot 2, Mrs. Jones, Mountain ish f Lot 3 was withdrawn. HARVEST THANKSGIVING. The harvest thanksgiving services of the English Cong. Church were held on Sunday. The church had been prettily decorated by the members. Sermons Vi ere delivered by the Rev. Morgan Jen- kins. In the afternoon Mr. Stone presided over the children's flower ser- vice Miss Sheen received the flowers from the children. After the service the flowers were sent to the Blind Institute, Cardiff. Recitations were given by the children, and an appropriate address by Mr S. Blake. On Monday evening an able discourse was delivered by the Rev. r R Hughes. Abercynon. THE HARVEST FESTIVAL SER- VICES in connection with the Parish of i\lip"pvnon were held on Sunday and Mon- day" The Rev. J. G. Jones, B.A., Vicar of Glvntaf, and the Rev. Hubert George Stanley, the Vicar of Marshfield, a,nd or- ganising secretary for the Church Pastor- -lid Society, preached. The service for ittel-L only on the Sunday afternoon was well attended. A public meeting and tea was held on the Monday evening in Carnetown School, presided by the Vicar, and an admirable address was given on the C.P.A.S. by Mr. Stanley. On the IT'otion of Mr. G. "YV. Watkins, Church Warden, and seconded by Mr. D. Roberts, fbe Vicar of Marshfield was cordiaxly Hinted The choir, under the conduc- torship of Mr. James Lloyd, rendered the special Psalms, hymns, and the harvest anthem in an effective manner. Mr. Alexander Price presided at the organ. The parishioners responded well and liberally in the way of gifts for the decor- ation or the church,

4, br,v,cwmbol. ACCIDENT. Mr. Robert Baldwin, Cromer-street, sustained a nasty acci- dent to his hand while following his em- ployment at Powell's Pit on Sunday morning last. One of his fingers had to be amputated at once. I' FREE LIBRARY.—A public meeting )f inhabitants was held on Monday even- ing last for the purpose of discussing the sue for tne proposed Public Hall and Library. Mr. E. M. Hann, J.P., has pro- flsed to m?et a deputation with regard tLVrf8C? °? .!an- beIo^i"l to "Z 'J ke following were an- Mr PMlin cleiega\esf;~Eev. J. B. Davies, Rees A.G., secretary, and Mr. -Uaniel James Evans, treasurer Tbp °fi meeting (Mr. Wm R Griffiths) and Mr. Philip Rees Spo £

Gv/maman. 'UO'PT,Aff (C,Ig, last ).-(Jil Sunday la."t thE> lY\11Plt of tlns church was pic,,d f)v the (-), ,iveii Griffiths, of w DEMONSTRvrinv — I tj.on ,±iy ra ^onnection with the Reehabite li?priSSinVeetSfat the Public Hal1- seJer-tim^ P/ streets were paraded, and £ A music were played en route bj tne Cwmaman Silver Band, under the cWU±rSh/P W- Smith. The w th tlSRif n he Iodge wll° walked \wtfi the procession were: Messrs. Job Tewis' TebSUrei'; ^Thomas, secretary T £ oma*> I10 Evan Edwin Jones, and Thomas Lewis splendid tea was prepared at the Lesser x> vr^ r^iVyTTi011 r„150 attended. CHURCH .—The annual harvest fWni i fKe ,;ni!l'ive Methodist U.mch was held on Sunday and Monday ■v ir I, sPecl?l preacher was the Rev. T JT-L. Bryant, circuit minister, Aberdare. ii,* afternoon a musical service was field, when the rev. gentleman presided. Under the conauctorship of Air. William Alien, the choir sang the anthem, Bow down the ear," and several choruses. The quartette in the anthem was taken bv Messrs. Evan E. Jpnes and vVm. Allen, Mrs. Lock and Miss Lizzie Kingsburv. boios were contributed by Meesrs. Evan Evans Geo Powell, and'W. Allen, and Mrs. Lock. Miss Beatrice Evans presid- ed at the organ.—Monday's proceedings took the form of a sale of fruit and vegetables, conducted bv the ladies of tne church. tne church. WEDDING.—A very pretty but quiet wedding was solemnized on Saturday last at the Register Office, Merthyr. The contracting parties were Mr.' Edward Williams, of Penllwyn. Aberystwvth, and Miss May Davies, Gwalia" House. Cwmaman. The bride was attired in a grey cloth costume with a white picture hat to. match. She was given away by Guardian Wm. Thomas Others present were: Mr. and Mrs. Evan Davies, brother and sister-in-law of the bride. The pary partook of a sumptuous wedding break- fast at the bride's brother's house. Mrs. David Davies, Spencer-street, and Mrs. Dd. Stephens presided at the table. The guests included: Mr. Ben Kellow, Mr. Dei. Stephens. Mr. Johnny Davies, Miss Lillian Davies, Miss Bess Argust, Mrs. Edward Lewis, Mrs (Guardian) William Thomas and Mr. David Henry Davies. The young couple left later in the day for Swansea.

Aberaman. CO-OPERATIVE.—The Cwmbacn Co- operative Society have decided to appoint a general manager at a salary commenc- ing at t200 a year, and rising by annual increments to £ 250. CORK CLUB.—A first-class smoking concert was held in connection with the Cork Club at the Lamb and Flag Hotel on Tuesday evening. Mr. D. J. Jenkins. Holford-street. was the secretary. OBITUARY.—The mortal remains of Mary Elizabeth Stephens, the youngest, child of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Stephens, 3a, Curre-street, were interred on Tuesday afternoon at the Aberdare Cemetery, the Rev. D. Silyn Evans, Siloa, officiating. The mourners were: Mr. Thos. Stephens, The mourners were: Mr. Thos. Stephens, father; Mr. Benjamin Stephens, grand- father; Messrs. John Price, Evan Davies, and Ben Stephens, uncles. and Ben Stephens, uncles.

Cwmbacht OPEN-AIR SERVICES.—On Tiiesde, 'v night Bethania Baptist Church held a meeting at Ymscynon-/>treet Addres es I dealing with Christian topics were de- livered by the Rev. Joseph James,, Messrs Daniel Owen (senior and junior), Thos. Phillips, Alfred Owen, and James J. James.

A I: epd MINING.—Mr. Thos. Rhys Evans, son of Mr. Thos. Evans (mining contractor), obtained at the recent exam, at Newport a second class certificate of competency, qualifying him as under-manager of a mine. COUNTY SCHOOL.—The Past Stud- ents5 Society is to be reorganised, and a meeting for that purpose will be held on Friday night, September 23rd. It is hoped that the society will henceforth be- come of some real use to the school and to the members. APPOINTMENT.—We learn that the Guardians of the Poor for Launceston (Cornwall) have selected Mr. and Mrs. H, Doidge to be Master and Matrop re- spectively of the local Workhouse, out of 120 applicants. Mrs. Doidge is the daugh- ter of Mr. Bugler, of Aberdare. DANCING.—On Tuesday evening the Aberdare Select Dancing Class opened are the season at the Memorial Hall. Music was provided by Mr. W. J. Walters' Quadrille Band. Mr. Charles Thomas acted as M.C. The treasurer is Mr. D. J Bowen,' and the secretary Mr. E, T. Pntchard. I ANNIVERSARY—On Sunday last St. David5t> Presbyterian Sunday School held their anniversary services. In the morn- ing the Re- J. Robertson, M.A., preach- ed. The evening service was taken up by the children's flower service, in which all the children, who had brought flowers, rendered the bright cantata, The Mis- sion of the Flowers." Mr. C. Kenshole gave the readings, while the solos were rendered by Mrs. Reynolds, together with Misses M. Fasten, M. J. Davies. T. Thomas, E. Curtis, and M. Duff. Mr. G. Handley conducted the singing. Mr. T. Male was the organist. At the close of the service the flowers were distributed among the sick members of the church among the sick members of the church and the Cottage Hospital.

Gadlys. A DISTINCTION.—The Band of Hope iu connection with Gadlys Church has won the Banner of the Baptist Temper- ance Union (Aberdare District) for three years in succession.

T,ecynon. THE ANNUAL TEA of Hen-dy-Cwrdd Unitarian Church was held on Monday, when the attendance reached a record. The tables had been nicely laid, and were presided over by Miss Rowlands and Miss M. Lewis; Miss Lena Jones, B.A., and Miss Olwen Jones, Broniestyn; Misses Howells, Maesgwyn; Miss Wil- liams, Cemetery-road, and Mrs. Chard. Others who assisted included: Mrs. Pbenezer Davies, Mrs. M. Davies, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Phillips, Messrs. J. S. EvanS, Dd. Davies, Tal Griffiths. John Evans'. and Ivor Thomas. The concert held in connection with the tea will take place this (Thursday) evening.

IV! oy ii tain Ash. CONSIDER '—Is it wise to take risks of I obtaining inferior goods, when by paying no more you can purchase from a reliable firm like the Mountain Ash Furnishing Co., who guarantee every article they sell". HORSE BREEDER'S SUCCESS. At Abergavenny Horse Show, Mr. Isaac George, J.P., Mountain Ash, took five 1st prizes, two second prizes, and one third in Shire Horse Classes. He also secured the silver cup and the Shire Horse Society's gold medal. These suc- cesses were followed at Monmouth Show, where he secured two first prizes in open classes. BOi SCOLTS.—A meeting of the 1st JLroop Mountain Ash (Lady Aberdare5s Own) Scouts was held last Thursday even- ing in the Parish Room. The Scout- master, Mr. R. P. Dowling, took the boys through the various evolutions of scout work, this instruction being varied by games of different kinds. The second troop met at the Workmen's Institute the same evening. Both troops are filling up. there being only a few vacancies. The 1st Officer is iSergt. W. P. Reynish (Welsh lerritorials). PARISH CHURCH.—Holv Communion was celebrated at St. Margaret's Church by the Rev. J. Sinnett Jones at 8 a.m. Matins and Litany were sung at 11 o'clock, the Rev. Geo. Thomas intoning. The Te Deum was sung. Russell and the Benedictus to Garrett's setting. The service in the evening was conducted by the Vicar. The Magnificat was sung to Sir A. G. Macfarren's chant, and the Nunc Dimittis to Barn by. An impros- sive sermon by the Vicar was based on Jeremiah 31, 3. BRYNGOLWG.—The brethren of Brvn Arthur Lodge of I.O.G.T. held a musical evening last Tuesday in the above mission hall. Bro. T. Cole presided over a good attendance. The following added to the harmony: Bro. D. Davies, mandoline solo; Bro. E. Morgan, solo; Bro. C Archer, solo; Bro. W. Brookes, recita- tion; Bro. C. West, mouth organ solo; Sis. Jones, solo; Sis. C. West, solo; Sis. Williams, recitation; Bro. Bridgman, solo; Bro. Holman, recitation; Sis. Davies, solo; Sis. S. A. West, solo; Sis. M. West, solo. An enjovable and pleas- ant evening was spent. GLYNDWR'S CHOIR.-The Mountain Ash Choir scored a huge success in the City of Ansonia a fortnight ago. The Opera House, where the performance took place, was packed to overflowing. The usual programme was presented, and so numerous were the encores that it had to be curtailed. Soloists and chorus alike were the recipients of unstinted ap- plause. This is all the more noteabie from the fact that this is the second visit ot the Mount choir. The critics were unanimous in their praise of the per- formance, and a hearty invitation was extended for a return visit. The party were entertained to supper, and held a reception of the Welsh people present. ENGLISH WESLEYAN CHURCH. The harvest festival services of the above place of worship were held last Sunday. The friends had kindly decorated the church with fruit and flowers, bread and vegetables. The special preacher was the Rev. James Ellis (Hyde), the newly ¡ appointed Superintendent to the Aber- dare Circuit. Harvest anthems, "Tliou visitest the Larth" and "Praise the Lord," were beautifully rendered by the 'I choir, under the conductorship of Mr. Geo. Bailey. The organ loft was occupied by Mr. Dd. Harris, junr. On Monday I afternoon a social tea party was held in the schoolroom. The following rendered valuable assistance: Mrs. D. Harris, Miss Vaughan, Mrs. F. Smith, Mrs. J. Jones, Mrs. J. Thomas, Miss Neate, Miss Meek. Mrs. M. Thomas, Mrs. Mosley, Mrs. J. Bailey, Airs. Gregory, Mrs. Bosley, Mr. John Bailey, and Mr. J. Ruck. The harvest thank-offerings were distributed amongst the poor. On Monday evening a continuation service was held, when several addresses were delivered by mem- bers of the church. I

Penrhiwceiber. I LECTURE'.—On Friday last a very in- I terestmg lecture was given by Professor M:Ils at the "Workman's Hall, Penrhiw- cÐJber. The chair was taken by Coun- cillor George Hall. Professor Mills took the ^text, "I go to prepare a place for ycu.5"' Several questions were asked the Professor at the end of the lecture, and were ably answered. CHRISTIAN ENDEA VOUR.-A meet- ing of the Young People's C.E. was held or, Sunday last at Bethesda English Bap- tist Chapel, under the presidency of Bro. Thomas Moore. The meeting was opened by Mr. Powell. Miss Betty Owen read an excellent paper on "The book that was burned, based on Jer. 36. It was attentively listened to by all present. Portions of Scripture were read by the juniors, and solo, and speeches were given. WEDDING.—On Wednesday- last a pretty wedding was solemnised at St. Winefred5s Church, Penrhiwceiber. The contracting parties were Miss Maggie Smith. 64, Glanlay-street, Penrhiwceiber. and Mr. Fred Bath, Bristol. Rev. J. R. ■Jor:es, Vicar, officiated. The bride, who was given away by Mr. David Smith, wa.s attired in a heliotrope dress with biscuit colour hat trimmed with roses and chiffon to match, and was accompanied by the following bridesmaids: Miss May Squance, who wore a white muslin dress with black hat trimmed with roses; Miss Humphreys, who wore a cream dress with b.ei.iotrop'3 hat trimmed with white satin. After the ceremony^ the bridal party pro- ceeded to 64, Glanlav-street, where a sumptuous breakfast was prepared. INTERESTING WEDDING. — On Thursday last a very smart and popular wedding was solemnised at Salem (C.M.) Chapel, Pencoed./ The contracting par- ties were Dr. B. R. Evans, Clwtvbont, N Wales, son ox Mrs. D. Evans, Corris House. Penrhiwceiber. and Miss M. E. House. Penrhiwceiber. and Miss M. E. Howell, the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Howell, Lletai, Pencoed. Rev. Ed. Evans, Giants Grave (brother of bridegroom), and Rev. D. W. Howell, Pencoed (brother of bride), officiated. The bride, who was given away by her father, was charmingly attired in a dress of white clair de lune silk, trimmed with ti/sca embroidered Brussels net, and a tulle veil fastened with wreath of orange blossoms and white heather. She carried a bouquet of roses and white heather, the gift of bridegroom. She was accom- panied by her sister, Miss C. C. Howell, who was attired in pale blue silk crepoline tiimmed with pale blue satin, and car- ried a bouquet of pale roses, also gift of bridegroom. Mr. Humphrey Evans, brother of bridegroom, acted as best man. Lohengrin's "Wedding March" was played by Mr. J. T. Howells on the bride entering the church, and Men- delssohn's "Wedding March" when the register was being signed. After the ceremony, which was a well-attended one. both families being well known and re- spected, the bridal party proceeded to Lletai, home of the bride, where a family reception and luncheon were given. Ap- propriate speeches were given, and con- gratulations to the newly-wedded_ pair. Afterwards they motored to Cardiff, en route for Scotland, where the honeymoon is being spent. The following v were present at luncheon: — Mr. and Mrs. Howells, parents of bride; Miss C. C. Howell, sister; Mrs. Evans and Miss Evans, mother and sister of bridegroom; Mr. Humphrey Evans, brother of bride- groom Rev. and Mrs. Evans, Giants Grave; Mr. J. T. Howell, Bridgend; Rev. D and Mrs. Howell, Pencoed, brothers of bride; Mr. William Howell, Pencoed; Mr. J. Howell, Bridgend; Mr. and Mrs. Howell. Post Office, Pencoed; Mrs. Wil- I liams and Mrs. Jones, aunts of bride; Mrs. James Saunders, Pencoed; Miss Mainwaring.

Ynysybwl. MEETINGS.—On Sunday and Monday Lbenezer Welsh Wesleyan Church held its half-yearly meetings, when the Revs. 1 C. Thomas, Abercynon, and H. O. Hughes, Pontypridd, delivered impressive sermons. SCHOLASTIC SUCCESS. All feel proud of the success of the Ynvsybwl Students at the POT rvpridd County School. No fewer than 13 certificates c'lme to Ynysyrbwl. The successful pupils were:—Thomas R. Davies in Honours Section: Aneurin Roberts, Gomer Evans, and John Wm. Jones in the Senior Sec- tion; John Lloyd. Bethuel Morgan, Robert Pugh, Evan Harris, Ridley Elli- son, Mvfanwv Jones. Susannah Jones, Margaret Griffiths, and Hannah Llovd in the Junior Section. Thomas R. Davies was also successful in passing the London Matriculation.

Complimentary Latter to Mr !saac Gearge. The following letter been received by Mr. Isaac George. The Grove, Mountain Ash, tb-ii.Lk-iiL- him for his labours in collecting handsome sum of tl.54 9s. Id. fowar"he cost of the South African Welsh Memorial erected in Cardiff. He desires to take this op- portunity of publicly thanking all who contributed to the fund and also for their very kind co-operation, to which the splendid success is undoubtedly due. "Western Mail," Cardiff. a Dear Mr. George. Now that the National Memorial to the Welsh men and Welsh women who died in the S. African War has been unveiled, I wish to say how deeply I am indebted to you for the splendid assistance you rendered to the 'Western Mail' in raising the fund for meeting the cost of the memorial. The substantial sum of tl54 9s. Id. which you raised in the Aberdare Valley shows how energetically, enthusiastically, and persistently you must have laboured to arouse the sympathy of the residents for the object we have in view. May I also say how grateful I am for the personal encouragement you have given to the movement irom the start. I can assure you that your active co- operation was more helpful than is indi- cated by the very handsome amount which you induced th$Aberdare Valley to contribute, to the fund, and I hope, if I shall ever again have to undertake a similar task, that I may count on your very useful and influential assistance. Such hearty co-operation as I have re- ceived from you makes even the greatest task a pleasure. "I am sure you must have rejoiced to see the glorious scene at the unveiling on Saturday. Such a vast concourse of the military* and the general public has never been seen in Cardiff, or indeed in Wales before. a I remain, dear Mr. George, « Yours very sincerely, (Signed) WILLIAM DAVIES, « Editor. "Isaac George, Esq., J.P." .v

Mountain Ash Police Court. THURSDAY, Sept. 22.—Before Sir T. Marchant Williams (Stipendiary') and Col. Morgan Morgan. EJECTMENT. Mr. G. A. Evans applied for an eject- ment order against Wiii. Mitchell, 1, Alexander-terrace, Mountain Ash. Granted. DRUNK AND DISORDERLY. Patrick Ryan, 10s. ALLEGED DAMAGE TO PAVILION. David William Hobby, Mountain Ash, and Vivian George Bye, Penrhiwceiber, two boys were charged with damaging the Mountain Ash Pavilion. Adjourned for a fortnight. SETTLED. Daniel Haines, Abercwmboi, was sum- moned by Mary Ellen Jenkins in respect of the paternity of two children. Settled out of court. THEFT. John Smith was charged with stealing 4s. 7d., the monies of Thomas Lynch, Bridgend Inn, Hirwain. Complainant mjssed a cigar box con- taining the money. P.C. W. Lewis proved. Defendant was sentenced to 14 days' hard labour. ..tIlL

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