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Ogmore Vale. Omission.—La.st week we ommitted to state the success of the Ogmore Vale Mixed Choir at Blaengarw Eisteddfod, held on March 22nd. The test piece was "Lead, kindly Light" (Pughe Evans). The "Lead, kindly Light" (Pughe Evans). The choir was successful in capturing the first Prize of £10. and a chair to the conductor, Mr. W. M. David. The choir are natur- ally much gratified at their continued suc- cess, and intend making, a bold bid for the prize at Mountain Ash on Easter Monday. --+-- The soprano solo prize, at the same ttieeting was won by Miss Lizzie Kinsey. This young artiste lias already gained nearly 40 prizes in the eisteddfodic arena. --+-- .Mr. Glyn Palmer was successful in win- ing two first prizes, viz., the baritone aild championship solos. --+-- Mission.—The mission which has been "5fld at Bethel Primitive Methodist ^hapel during the past week has been highly successful. Sister Elen, concluded her mission on Monday evening, when .he delivered a touching address to a iarge audience on the Mission work car- *']ed on in London.: She gave a. graphic description of the work in the slums of the Metropolis, and of the hardships wMch Miss(ioners had to endure in these places of sin and vice. At the close a collection was taken in aid of the Sisters Settlement, in connection with the South East London Mission. —— Funeral.—On Saturday last the -mortal •'?9mainy of Miss Blodwen Davies were in- terred at the Ogmore Vale Cemetery. De- ceased was the only daughter of Mr and Mrs. W.^ Myrnach Davies. Death took place ax Maesteg, where the family now lesme, and it i,s only within the last few Montiis that the family had removed Aiom Ogmore Vale. Deceased, who was +i s .°f age, had been a member of ?e English Congregational Church, and Played in the string band there. The day fine, a 'large crowd, awaited the 3 clock train, by which the remains were l'ought from Maesteg. The coffin was covered with many beautiful floral wreaths ipon.g wiiicli was one from the members the above church. The large cortege length reached the Cemetery, where Rev. Griff. Evans, B.A., officiated, 1 Ha spoke words of comfort to the be- haved parents. -4- Concert.—A high% successful concert ju.fi given under the auspices "of the ginore Vale Harmonic Society on Wed- •r^ii y evening last. The commodious St-alehem Chapel being; requisitioned for tl °,C(ra,sion. The choir was assisted by following local artistes: Soprano, pisses E. 'and L. Kinney; contraltos isses M Jon&s and C. Kinsey tenors, ;V,ess^ G. David and J. Jones; baivt<n«, J-dris Williams. bass, Messrs. O. Q *l-.Y and Glyn Palmer; violin, Miss Kinsey; piano, Madame Taylor1, „ •L.C.M._ Each artiste was in good- vriP-, and delighted the audience. The Lead kindly ifcight," and the est piece for the Mountain Ash and ridge}-)d Eisteddfodau. The singing was an high order, and reflected great on the able conductor. Mr. W. •iJavicl. -4-- D ^i'ickat.—A general meeting of tip Vailey_ Cricket Club was held at Ogmore Valley Hotel on Monday s^iing last. Mr. Harry Treharne pre- Lovers of cricket in the Valley A Ve lon« felt the need of a, good ground. So citable patch near the Aber New },ns hiss been obtained, and is being at v Mr. W. G. Williams (seedsman), lifj,'? °?st of £ 30. It is expected that the Pitch will be. ready for play by May. 6{je Allowing officers were elected —Pre- Dr. R. A. Williams, J.P. eap- cnil Ist-Xl.. Mr. T. Redshaw, M.E. vicc- Jr 1',aiJi 1st XI., Rev. A. J. Edwards, vi"' captain 2nd XI., Mr. W. J. Hire tr^^Ptain 2nd XI., Mr. Reg. Jones; Jv| s-lli*0! Mr. Walter Webster secretary, ■co' Herbert G. Madley; chairman of gj.i^ttee, Mr. Harry Treharne. A. good MViV6 has been prepared by Mr. Vt^ley ^ov both elevens. Matches have ai'rann'e;d with Cardiff 2nds, Pentre. Resolven, Bridgend and Maes- a t Ransley (surveyor) has offered 'His "to the. fi-ret player who scores 50 e°r over in an innings, and a ball to Wcl-1^5^ bowler to accomplish the hat ])("8.1.1 'P- I 1 death took place at Pros- W"++ "'fee on Monday last of Charles Wi+jS son of Mr. and Mrs. John Ser;JLS', The deceased lad had been °Usiy in gJnce Christmas, but death _m_

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Bessie White; To the Rescue," arranged by Miss Hughes (Ferndale) and The Musical Farmer," arranged by Mr. E. J. Rees. The chairmen were Dr. T. H. Morris, C.C., and Mr. W. Ilees, veterinary surgeon, Ferndale. Miss Edith Thomas accompanied. The secretarial duties were ably carried out by Mr. Williams, draper, Queen's Square, Tylorstown. Mr. Joseph Short, 11, Hendrefadog Street, was accidentally killed while following his employment as rider at one of Messrs. D. Davis and Sons' collieries on Monday last.

Maesteg. Musical Success.At the recent exami- nation held under the Tonic Sol-far Col- lege, the following were scccessful — Third Stage Harmony, Samuel Jones, Cymmer: Third Stage, Staff Notation, Evan H. LJoyd, Maesteg; D. J. Morris, Hopkin Thomas and D. J. Davies, all of Nantyffyllon; John Johns, Bettws; W. T. Llewellyn, Maesteg Matriculation Certificate Examination. Griffith Evans, Maesteg, and Elia," Elias, Blaengwynfi; Advanced Certificate, Evan H. Lloyd. The latter, who is only 19 years of age, is the pupil of Mr. Samuel Davies, and his success reflects the highest credit on teacher and pupil alike. Obituary.—We regret to announce the death of Mr. William Hogg, of the Turber- ville Arms, Maesteg, which took place on 11 Saturday last, the result of an unfortu- nate accident. Social.—Under the auspices of the young people of Bethel Chapel, a very interesting tea was held in the new Hall on Wednesday of last week for the pur- pose of welcoming the return of Mr. Thomas Smith, who had been in Scotland for the past fifteen months. After tea, a meeting was held, presided over by Mr. George Brace, who gave an interesting address as to the merits of Mr. Smith; followed by Mr. Hector Jenkins and Mr. Thomas Lloyd. Mr. Smith responded. The catering arrangements were in the I hands of Messrs. G. Ferrier and Son, and were under the able management of Miss A. L. Harry. 1 Coiieert.-Oii Thursday of last week, a very successful concert was held at Bethel Chapel, Maesteg, under the auspices of the Sunday School. Mr. Herbert Jenkins presided over a crowded audience. Town Hall Theatre.—Messrs. Poole have this week an excellent variety show twice nightly, and the innovation has been drawing crowded houses. The animated pictures are of the best, and the artistes include Madame. Stone, vocalist; Fred Vailance, ventriloquist and SToleni, the unrivalled pr esti digititeur, --$-- Take Woods' Great Peppermint Cure for Coughs and Colds it never fails, l/li, 2/9. 11HE present generation puffers much from Teeth trouble, but great strides have been wade to improve the appearance of Teeth very far gone. But prevention is better still, and you eaiinot 1 e in nv re capable hands than when in the care of Mr. Leslie, Taff Street, Pontypridd. Mr, LESLIE atteil, personally at .1 Hannih Street, Porth, every Monday, from in a.ill, till p.m., and at the Silver Grill, Tonypandy, everj Tuesday rom 2 till 6. 34

Ferndala. A little reminder to those marrying at Easter. J. Barries, Goldsmith, Manly, is (.lie talk of the town for luckiest Guinea Gold Wedding Rings. Siyle, quality and prices defy competition Free present to each purchaser. Finger size cards free. 4(589

1 Ystrad. A' -competitive -meeting was held at ,Ioi-ob, Wesley an), Ystrad-Rhondda, on Tuesday evening of last week. The Rev. Hugh Curry presided over a good audience. The adjudicators were Music, Mr. J. B. Edwards (Ystrad) literature, Mr. D. J. Evans (Ystrad). A-ai-cts Open solo, Mr. Sam Davies; recitation, Mr1 Johnny Jones solo for children, M. E Davies; recitation for children, Nelly Davies spelling, divided between I. Davies and D. J. Jones; love letter, Miss Blodwen Davies; unpunctuated reading, divided between D. J. Rowlands and P. Jones; best rendering of a hymn, Idris Davies; humour,, Mr. Jenkin Jones; adult solo, divided between Messrs. Sam and Evan Davies. Mr. Edwards. (Ystrad) was the accompanist. Votes of thanks brought a very enjoyable evening to a close. The funeral of Catherine Jane Watkin (19), daughter of Thomas and Ann Wat- kin, 5, Gelligaled Road, Ystrad-Rhondda, took pla'fce 'ou Saturday, March 27th at Treorchy Cemetery, the officiating minis- i ei Rev. D. Davies,. Parish Church, Ton-Pentre. The funeral was private. The. funeral arrangements were conducted by Howell "Williams and Son, undertakers, Ystrad, Rhondda. On Wednesday evening, March 21th, the Ystrad-Hhondda Division of the St. John's Ambulance Association, held their annual examination, the examiner being Dr. Armstrong, of Treorchy. Twenty competitors presented themselves, of whom several were new members sitting for their first year's certificate, and all were successful. It is pleasing to note that the Ystrad-Rhondda Division now numbers 39. Great credit is due to the instructor, Dr. E. L. Phillips, Ystrad- Rhondda, and we hear that the division have decided to make him a small remuneration for his valuable services.

WiUSamstown. I We regret to record the death of Mrs. E. Kerslake, Cornwall Road, Williams- town, revealing a very sad state of things. Deceased leaves a weak and ailing husband and also ten little children to mourn her loss. When the circumstances became known, several local ladies became interested in the case, and collected £ 16 3s., out of which £ 14 17s. 84. has been ••spent on the needs of the family, leaving a balance of £ 1 5s. 4d. The collectors desire to thank all subscribers and wish to make a further appeal for useful clothing for these little children, the youngest being only fifteen months old. Any parcel will be thankfully received by E. C, Roach. The Parsonage; Mrs. Wm Edwards, Brynhyfryd and Mrs. R. Davies, Williamstown.

Hospital for Upper Rhondda. Another meeting of the Upper Rhondda VYorkmens' Lodge was held at the Griffin Hotel on Wednesday. The decision arrived at was to make the whole matter as public as possible during the next month. Each lodge is to do its best to obtain support in its own district, so that the first public meeting at the Assembly Rooms, Pentre, on April 21st, will be as representative as possible of the whole population of Upper Rhondda. The cost of circularising and billposting for the meeting will be defrayed by Mr Tom Evans, D.C., Penygraig, a gentle- man who has shown great interest in the movement from the commencement. We hope that other local gentlemen of in- fluence and wealth will give their moral and financial support to such a deserving cause.

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Forth. It is with sad regret that we have to record the death and burial of Mr. John Lewis, late official at the Cymmer col- lieries for 28 years. Deceased was born at Merthyr, and was the son of the late Elias Lewis, of "Y Wern," who served for many years as manager under the Crawsha'y "family, Merthyr Mr. John Lewis came to Porth about 30 years ago, and remained there up to the time of his death, which took place at his resi- dence, Penypound, Cymmer on the 18th iiist., after an illness of some months' duration, borne vith much patience and fortitude. He was a man admired by all who came into contact with him, and the esteem in which he was held was evinced by the large concourse of people who came to pay their last tribute to the deceased on Tuesday. The coffin, which was of unpolished oak, was covered with beautiful wreaths, sent by "The Colliery Officials," Windsor Building Club," and "Mistress and Staff of Cymmer Infants' School," etc. The officiating minister was the Rev. J. T. Davies, who spoke in high terms of the deceased. The chief mourners were Mrs. Lewis (widow); Tom Lewis (son), Misses Amelia. Jenny, Cein- wen Lewis (daughters) Mr and Mrs Evans (brothey-in-law and sister); Mr and Mrs Lewis Lewis (brother and sister- in-law); Mrs Lewis and family (Aberfan), Mr Harry Evans, B.A., Merthyr; Mr. and Mrs Thomas, Cefn Mr Sidney Jones, Miss Melia Evans, Maesycymmer; Mr Jacob and Mrs Jones, Treorchy Mrs Williams and Mrs Richards, Ystrad Mrs xill I Griffiths, Mr Jones, Cymmer Miss Jones, Porth, Mr Llewellyn Williams. --+-- Amongst the genera! public were: Mr. T. Griffiths, M.E., J.P. Mr E S Wil- liams, M.E. Mr W H Bowen, M.E. Mr E Morgan, the Cymmer Colliery Offi- cials; Vicar Thomas; Alderman. M. Wil- liams; Councillor W. T. Davies; Mr J. Brooks Mr. N. Llewellyn, Barry Mr. Orchard, Porth; Mr. E. R. Griffiths, Mr R Davies, Cymmer: Mr M. Morgan, Cymmer Mr D. Evans, Mr James Evans Mr. Evan Davies.. Mr Dan James, Peny- graig; Mr. David Rees, Porth; D'rs. Lionel Lewis and Edwards, Mr D, Jones, di 11 (i M1" T. Davies, chemist; Miss -it schoolmistress: Mrs Griffiths, j\J8.eSs!;wyn; Miss Griffiths, Llantrisant- Mrs Thomas, Cymmer; Mrs Priichard, Cilrynydd; Mrs J. T. Davies, Mrs Davie's, Pantglas, and several others. The funeral arrangements- were in the hands of Mr. John Williams. For Children's Hacking Cough at night, Woods5 Great Peppermint Cure. 2/9. PALM SUN DAY.-J. NEST JONES. '"Scnlp'tor, Trealaw. lias a fine-selection of wreaths and wire- guards. HeaJdnnes and jjrave reouisitee. 4723

Nantymoel- Dehate.-Oll Thursday of last week. at the. Workmen's Hall,a debate, took place between D. O'Brien (Conservative) and Mr. G. Ribbings, B.A. (Socialist), on "Is Socialism Morally Sound?" The meeting was arranged by the Ogmore Valley Conservative Club and the Ogmore Valley Independent Labour Party. Mr. T. C Jones, Pontyrliyl (chairman of the id Bridgend and Cowbridge Hoard of Guar- dians)., presided. Obituary.—The death took place on Wednesday, 24th March, of. i i. old and respected inhabitant in the person of Mrs. Elvan Lloyd, 14# Graig Fryn Terrace. The funeral took place on Saturday last, the body being, interred at- Cefncribbwr Cemetery. Death.—We regret to announce the death of Master George Haines, the four- year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. GeOrge Haines, of 7, John Street. The funeral took place on. Wednesday at Blaenogwr Cemetery, the Rev. J. M. Phillips officiating at the house and graveside. :;<w't:"(;;2.1i'M'¡tp;i;Ww

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1 yfbrstown. Two grand performances of the beauti- ful operetta, The Children's Queen," were given by Horeb Juvenile Choir on Wednesday and Thursday last at Horeh Chapel, under the conductorship of Mr. Tom Evans, A.C. Ifhe chief characters were:—"The Fairy Queen," Miss Orpa-h Powell; "Leila, the Lost Child," Miss Mahel James; "Mountain Children," Misses Olwen Griffiths, Bronwen Jones, Lai Jones, Jane Jones, Maggie M. Young and Ann Ellen Jones, Masters Wyndham Morgan, Charles Rees. Myrddin Morgan and Ben Griffiths; Fairies," Misses S. J. James, E. A. James, E. Thomas, — Creese. lVI. A. Morgan, E. A. Griffiths and M. J. Morris." The rendering throughout was exceptionally good, and the highest praise is due to the conduc- tor. The miscellaneous part of the pro- gramme consisted of action songs, You mus'n't," arranged bv Miss A. M. White Ambulance Maids," arranged by Miss

Pentre. About twenty members of the Pentre Branch of the National Association of Prudential Assurance Agents were pre- sent at the usual monthly meeting held on Friday last at the headquarters, Central Hotel, Pentre. An excellent and c very lucid report of the conference held in London, on March lO'th and 11th was given by the Pentre delegate. Mr. D. J. Hughesi. He was accorded a hearty, vote of thanks. A letter from the Pentre Trades and Labour Council was read by the secretary, Mr. Hughes, containing an invitation to the N.A.P.A.A., to unite with the above. There was an unanimous desire in this direction, and the president and secretary were appointed as representatives of the branch at the next meeting of the Trades and Labour Council. It was also decided to hold, the first annual dinner of the branch on April 23rd at, the Central Hotel, when one of the T and L Committee will preside and Mr. Wyatt, Cardiff, a member of the executive council, is ex- pected as principal guest. Obituary.—Pentre resident^ will be sorry to hear of the recent death of Mrs Anthony, wife of Mr J. Anthony, formerly draper, Commerce House, Pentre. On retiring from their long established busi- ness at Pentre, Mr and Mrs Anthony went to live at but unfortunately Mrs Anthony had been in failing health ever since. We extend our sincerest sympathy to Mr Anthony in his great bereavement. Obituary.—After a very long and painful illness, Mrs John Lloyd, 55, Queen Street, died on Saturday morning. The burial took place on Thursday afternoon at Treorchy Cemetery. We extend our sympathy to the large number of relatives of the deceased lady. Baker's Success.—We congratulate Mr. E. Anlin, Pentre, upon his successes at the Bakery Jixihibition held at Ponty- pridd on Thursday last. Mr Aplin, who is a baker at the Popular Restaurant, Pentre, secured a gold medal and. diploma together with an electro-plated cup, sup- plemented with a cheque of three guineas. in the class known as the Tin Loaf White Bread Department. Not content with tihilsij our* fellb.W ^townsman annexed a silver medal and diploma; coupled with a cheque of two guineas, in the Tin and Cottage Loaf Classes. He again scored in the counter goods class, being awarded a third prize and diploma, a record of which any person might he nroud. Mr. Apliu, nrior to coming to Pentre, was employed as baker at the Waverely Cafe, Pontvnool, and although of comparatively recent ^importation to the Valley. has made himself very ponular. Rhondda Tennis Club.—The annual meeting in connection with the Upper Rhondda Tennis Club, was held at the Central Hotel, Pentre, on Tuesday even- ing, Major R. C. Dyke presiding. Impor- tant business was transacted, including the election of officers for the ensuing season, which resulted as follows —Presi- dent. Mr. G. H. Smith, Maindee Hall chairman. Major R. C. Dyke. Bank treasurer, fl". Woodward. "Tho.rniea," Pentre; secretary, Mr. T. Llewellyn. Pentre; and committee composed of three ladies and five Qentlemen. The opening of the season, which will be cele- brated with a tea uoon the grounds (weather permitting") will take place on Raturdav, Mav 1st. A successful season is anticipated, and matches are to be arranged with adjoining; clubs. Votes of thanks were accorded the chairman and secretary. (I) Presentation.—A very interesting pre- sentation meeting was held at the Wes- levan Schoolroom on Tuesday evening, March 23rd. when Mr. Jack Cadogan was the recipient of a handsome dressing case as a mark of the esteem in which he was held bv his Sunday School classmates. Mr. Cadogan sailed for Winnipeg, Canada. on Friday last. (I) Pentre folk will undoubtedly be dis- appointed to learn that Colonel Lawley— General Booth's constant companion—will be unable to conduct the forthcoming meetings at the Salvation Army Barracks. The Colonel is at present accompanying the General upon his Scandinavian tour, but an able substitute has been secured in the person of Brigadier Gill, the Young People's secretary. (I) Is the following a record? The number of children orally examined at Siloh Sun- day School last week was only seven short of 200. We should be glad to hear of other similar results. (I)

was caused by an abscess on the brain. The funeral took place at the local ceme- tery on Thursday. Ne,,N- contractor for the new 11 Hall. Mr. Watkin Williams, Cardiff, has commenced. The Institute and Hall are to be completed in ten months. New Pits. -It is rumoured that the work of laying down the Doints for the sidings of the new pits to be sunk on the Rhiwglyn Estate is to be carried out on Sunday next. For Influenza and Bronchial Colds, Woods' Great Peppermint Cure. lilt. 2.19.