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Football Disclaimer. To the Editor of the Rhondda Leader." has been reported in several dare^v M^l ^ews' try, in the Aber- n* Micl-Rhoaclda match was knocked n on several occasions before he scored ■tl'° bal[„ never touched the tho iv +i ttS -in accordance with ■to bf0i*pSSi. ruks' and is bound JACK EVANS, Trainer to the Mid-Rhondda Athletic Club.

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Pontygwaith. Christmas Day was quiet in the district. Small concerts were held in various chapels to entertain the young. In Stanleytown, a tea was held in the Mission Room. The room was decorated by the young children of the Sunday school had been artistically decorated for Misses A. Griffiths, M. Davies, L. Thomas and A. Whellery. Tho bread and cake cutting was done by Misses Davies, Griffiths, and Thomas. In the evening, a concert was held at Zion Chapel, when the young children, under the leadership of Miss S. Williams (Cash Stores), ren- dered songs from the Lite and Pictures of Jesus." The story was well depicted, Mr. Spicer manipulating the lantern. Last Wednesday evening, at Tylorstown Schools, a social was held under the auspices of the Penrhys Tennis Club. The school ha dbeen artistically decorated for the occasion by the lady members of the club. The proceedings commenced by a few .round dances, and those unable to amuse themselves in this manner, took part in the whist drive, controlled by Mr. C. James (Schools, Pontygwaith). The company adjourned to the adjoining class- room to partake of an excellent supper prepared by Mr. Barkaway, Ferndale. The prizes in the whist drive were won by Mr. Morgan (American Market) and Miss Edith Davies (Schools, Pontygwaith). The booby prize was secured by Mr. Baxter (Pontygwaith). The evening was after- wards spent in dancing and games. Mr. 4 Day (Ferndale) presided at tho piano.

Blaenrhondda. A very successful Christmas tree and sale of work was held on Boxing Day at the Blaenrhondda Council Mixed School in connection with Bethesda, (C.M.) Chapel. The opening ceremony was aptly performed by Mrs. D. R. Jones Fernhill House, who commented uoon the enthu- siasm displayed by the members of the church to secure a creditable and success- ful sale of work. The ladies at the various stalls were the following —Fancy Stall: Mrs. T. Davies, Mrs. J. Gibby, Mrs. y Jones (Chapel House), Mrs. T. Williams, and Miss Matilda Jones. Sweet Stall: Misses Mary Jones and Mary Hughes. Refreshment Stall: Mrs. Charles, Mrs. D. J. Evans, Mi sses Jane Williams, M. M. Wallace, and Tydfil Jones. Christmas Tree: Messrs. Richard Wallace, Evan Oakwell, and Lewis Richards. Bran Tubs: Messm Samuel Jones, John Gihby, William Jones, and James Thomas (Iago). Valuable services were rendered by Messrs. D. J. Evans, D. J. Edwards, Edward Samson, T. Perkins, and T. Phillips, under the supcrintendency of Messrs. R. Charles and Enoch Jones. The ladies connected with the Sewing Class are deserving of special praise for their assiduous preparations. The proceeds were towards defraying the church debt.

Penygraig. At a recent examination in connection with the London College of Music, the following were successful in pianoforte playing: —Intermediate Grade (First Class), Miss Maggie Lloyd, Tonypandy; Elementary Grade (Honours), Miss Maud Taylor, Tonypandy, and Miss Mabel Jenkins, Tonypandy. The above are pupils of Miss M. Phillips, L.L.C.M., Cert. R.A.M., Penygraig.

Pentre. The usual preaching services were held at Nazareth (C.M.) Chapel on Christmas Day. The special preachers oil this occa- sion were the Revs. W. Prydderch, Swan- sea; and M. H. Edwards. B.A., Llanelly. Both divines gave of their best, and the services were much enjoyed. These meet- ings have been held for all unbroken period of thirty years. A very enjoyable social tea was held at Huntley's Restaurant, Pentre, under the auspices of the Star of the Valley Lodge, I.O.G.T., on Christmas Eve, when a goodly number sat down to partake of the good things provided by the genial hostess. After the tables had been cleared, a. splendid programme was gone through, when the merry party adjourned to the Maindy Boys' School for games, &c. A short while ago, a munificent gentle- man presented a beautiful silver cup, valued at 65 guineas, together with a smaller trophy and a sum of money, to the South Whales and Monmouthshire Miniature^Slifle League Association for the promotion of rifle shootillg in South Wales. This cup is to be competed for at the next annnal meeting, which will be held at Maesteg during June next. Owing to the desire of the donor to remain anonymous, the cup has been styled The Ex-President's Cup." Four representatives are to be present from each division, and it was for the purpose of choosing the same from the Rhondda division that a shooting competition was held at Penygraig on Monday last. Mem- bers from all parts of the Valley were present, and when it is learnt that the division reaches from Cwmparc to Nelson, near Pontypridd, we may be pardoned upon priding ourselves that Pentre has two competitors for the final meeting, in the persons of Mr. Stephen Timothy and his son, Mr. ^Aubrey Timothy, who will doubtless make a bold bid for the coveted prize. Pentre Hockey Club were to have met Bassaleg oh Saturday last, at the Griffin Park, Pentre, but the Newport team failed to put in an appearance, with the result that the homesters indulged in a very enjoyable practice match. We congratulate the Rev. J. P. Davies, B.A., St. Peter's Church, Pentre, upon his having been ordained as priest by the Bishop of Llandaff during the ordination services lately held. The rev, gentleman is exceedingly popular with all classes, and his recently acquired distinction will be learnt on all sides with evident plea- sure. The usual morning and evening ser- vices were conducted by Adjutant Roberts at the Army Hall on Christmas Day. A very pathetic service of song, entitled Nell," was enacted on Sunday afternoon by the junior section of the local Corps, and was greatly enjoyed by a goodly attendance. Work was suspended at the Pentre Pit on Tuesday at noon owing to the sidings having become blocked with snow, thus preventing the usual complement of trucks being available for the removal of coal brought to tho surface. Everything was in order, we learn, for the night work- men. Two sacred concerts were held at the Tivoli on Sunday last in the afternoon and night. A very select and varied pro- gramme was presented, Miss Alicia Cove. L.R.A.M., being the vocalist, whilst the Cory Band played a fine selection of sacred chorusesalld anthems. Over lour thousand feet of appropriate films were shown upon the Tivoliscope, including The Niiid a very pathetic picture story. A very deplorable inci- dent somewhat maired the evening's con- cert, when a party of—what may be truly termed—"roughs" refused to conduct themselves in orderly manner, with the result that Miss Cove declined to sing, although she appeared upon the stage for that purpose. We heartily support this talented artiste upon her judicious action in leaving the stage, and sincerely hope that, should a recurrence, of Sunday night's scene be again enacted, other artistes will follow her example. It is quite time that some drastic method were adopted in order that concerts of this description be protected from the rough element. While commending Miss Cove's action, we sympathise with Mr. Gunn, the genial manager, who spared no ex> pense in making both concerts enjoyable and successful, especially so the pro- ceeds were partly devoted towards charity.

Ferndale. The annual eisteddfod of Trerhondda was held on Christmas Day at the chapel, when an excellent series of keen and interesting competitions transpired; the attendance also being most encouraging. The Trerhondda friends deserve the best of patronage, because the eisteddfod- which has now been established many years—was inaugurated with a most com- mendable object-that of supplying a long- felt want in the form of a counter- attraction to the temptations that abound for young people during the festive season. The Rev. G. Penrith Thomas and Mr. Lewis Watkins ably officiated as presi- dents while the able services of Messrs. J. Roberts, A.C., Ystrad, and T. Drew, Tylorstown, had been secured as adjudi- cators for the musical and miscellaneous events respectively. Our popular young friend, Mr. Wm. John Eyansl presided with his usual skill at the piano; and Miss Blodwen Evans, North Street, ably rendered the opening solo. The success- ful competitors are as follow:—Solo for girls under 12, O'r fath Gyfaill ydyw Josu," 1st Miss Blodwen Davies (Seng- henydd), 2nd Miss Muriel James (Rhondda Terrace, formerly of Australia); recita- tion for children under 12, Enill a Gwario," 1st Master Jas. Evans (Blaen- llechau), 2nd Miss Mary Jane James (Blaenllechau); solo for boys under 15, Robin Goch" (Dr. Parry), Master Dd. Jas. Davies (Senghenydd); recitation for those under 10, Y Dyn Meddw," Master Wm. Dd. Owens (Ferndale); duet (own selection) for those under 16, divided between Miss Maggie Davies and Master D. J. Davies (Senghenydd) and Master James Evans and friend (Blaenllechau); best essay, Influence of Kindness," divided between Mr. Howell Jones (Fern- dale) and Mr. T. O. Evans (Blaenllechau); impromptu debate, Messrs. J. Evans and Evan Adams (Ferndale); male voice com- petition, Trerhondda Male Voice Party. The evening's competitions were preceded with an excellent pianoforte solo by Miss Esther Hannah Thomas, New Street, with Mr. Lewis Watkins presiding. Awards are as follow :—Solo for girls under 16, O'r Niwl i'r Net" (David E. Williams, C.R.A.M.), Miss Maggie. Davies (Seng- henydd); humorous verses. Dyfodiad y Corbydau Trydanol i Ferndale (5 com- petitors), Mr. John Thomas (Church St., Ferndale); tenon solo, Myfanwy (Alaw Rhondda), Mr. Ben Thomas (Fern- dale) translation, six words from Eng- lish to. Welsh, Mr. B. T. Davies (Fem- dale); baritone solo, Ein I Hanwyl Wiad (T. Amos Jones), Mr. Dan Davies (Ferndale); best wit, divided between Messrs. Evan Adams and John Andrews; champion solo, any voice (14 competitors), divided between Messrs. Ben T. Davies and David Jones (Ferndale); recitation, "Arwerthiant y Caethwas." divided between Messrs. Sam Jones (Mardy) and Evan Adams (Ferndale); debate, "Should Women have Votes? Messrs. John Evans and Evan Adams; chief choral, "Rhydygroes" (T. D. Edwards); four choirs had elltCliød, but only one ap- peared, namely, Trerhondda, who were adjudged worthy of the prize. The con- ductor was Mr. Rees Morgans (Ferndale). Votes of thanks tb the chairman and adjudicators, &c., proposed and seconded by the Rev. Penrith Thomas and Mr. Wm. Powell respectively, brought a most enjoyable and successful meeting to a close. The onerous duties of secretary were most satisfactorily performed by Messrs. John Da.vies (Brynhyfryd) and Evan Thomas (Rhondda Terrace). At Capel Wesley on Christmas evening, before a crowded audience, the Capel Wesley Choir, under tho able conductor- ship of Mr. Ben Price, gave a beautiful rendering of that popular cantata, The Prince of Peace." This Is the first appear- ance of Mr. Price before the public of Ferndale in the role of conductor for many long years, he having left Ferndale for Abercynon about fifteen years ago. We are pleased to note that the first undertaking with the old choir is such a distinct success, for the singing went with a swing and a- flourish, the sopranos being exceptionally fine; their top notes', pleasingly strong and clear, indicated voices of good quality, trained in admir- able fashion. The chief artistes were also ll) x,no- vc!lce' aud captivated the hearts of their hearers. MisR Mabel James tylorstown, who was selected as soprano, is a, young singer of great promise, pos- sessing a, voice both sweetly musical and powerful. The contralto and tenor namely, Madame Bronwen Gwynno and Mr. David Thomas, are local singers of excellent reputation, and need no letters of recommendation in local circles. The bass part was most satisfactorily rendered hv Mr. David Jeiikin Jones. Miss H. B. Hughes rendered valuable service at the organ, and a, sweet solo was given bv Master Hayoln Price. Tho Rev. Henry Hughes presided, and, of necessity, had to strike a rather disappointing note in explaining that tho cinematograph pic- tures advertised to bo shown that night had not arrived, owing to some delay of the railway company. Mr. Evan Bevau- Thomns (solicitor) corroborated what the chairman had said, explaining that lie and Mr. W. R. Davies (ironmonger) had telegraphed and telephoned until they were fairly tired of the business. Mr. W. R. Davies ably manipulated the lan- tern.

Maesteg. A new organ was opened at Bethania Baptist Chapel, Maesteg. on Christmas mght. The organ, which has cost £550, was built by Messrs. Binns. of Leeds. Mr. J. Owen Jones, F.R.C.O., Cardiff was the organist, and was assisted by the following, artistes:-—Miss Hannah Morgan R.A.M.. London; Miss Elizabeth Hall' Biirrv Port; and Mr. D. Chubb, Ponty- pridd. The Rev. Iorwerth Jones, who presided, at the commencement of the meeting presented Miss Nellie James. L.R.C.M,, the church organist, with a silver key. and she declared the organ ooen, and gave the first .selection upon the instrument.

Blaerrgarw. An eisteddfod was held under the auspices of Nebo. Congregational Church, Blaengarw, at the Workmen's Hall on Christmas Day. Mr. D. Davies presided. Adjudicators. Messrs. John Davies and E. David, Blaengarw; accompanist. Miss Cassie Thomas, Blaengarw. Awards:—• Solo (boys), Master T. Davies: solo (girls). 1st Miss Francis Waitc, 2nd Miss Ceinwen Lewis, Blaeno;arw hymn-tune, let Mr. M. Jones, Blaenga.vw, 2nd Mr. T. Mor- Tyncwydd, Rhondda; soprano solo, f Mrs. M. A. Evans, Blaengarw; iecita,

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Cantata at Carmel,Trealaw Half-Yearly Sunday School Services. A cantata, entitled The Night of Glory," was rendered by the choir at Carmel (E.B.) Chapel, Trealaw, on Sun- day evening last. The principal parts were taken by Mr. Nathan Richards, Mr. J. Williams, Mr. Wm. Davies, Miss Beatrice John, Miss Jenny Thomas, Mrs. W Davies, Miss Myfanwy Harris, and Miss May Jones. It is needless to individualise; .suffice to say that everyone concerned put forth their best efforts to excel. Special mention must be made, how- ever, of Mr. W. J. Williams, who con- ducted the singing, and Mr. W. J. Pritchard, who officiated at the organ. At the morning and afternoon services special recitations, solos, Scripture read- ings and hymns were rendered by the children, conducted by Mrs. Wm. Davies and lHis8 Jenny Thomas, who deserve great praise for the way in which they had trained the children. On Monday evening, the cantata was repeated with the aid of lantern slides.

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tion, Miss Edith Jones, Blaengarw • hand- writing. (schoolboys), Master E. J. Morgan, Blaengarw tenor solo, Mr. J. E. Evans, Blaengarw7; bass solo, Mr, W. Jones, Blaengarw; hymn-tune, Nebo Congre- gational (conductor, Mr. D. J. Williams). In the evening, the popular dramatic piece, entitled Jack y Bachgen Drwg," was performed.