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Cwmparc. It is with deep regret we chronicle the 'death of Mrs. John Evans, Vicarage Ter- face, at the early age of 28. Deceased married little less than a year ;uo, 'feeing formeiiy a resident of Treorchy, ^'here she was held in the highest esteem She gave birth to a son a fortnigut age, was apparently on the high road to Recovery, but severe complications un- expectedly set in, necessitating an opera- "On by Drs. Armstrong and Barrett. In PIte of the most careful nursing and 'devoted medical attendance, death claimed and an affectionate husband and new- "°}'n child were bereaved. The whole Neighbourhood, express their sympathy With Mr. Evans in his hour of trial. The Mineral took place to-da.y (Thursday). The present week is a busy one at ^'rnparc, for several public events (if wre ay be excused the expression) jostle on "r^h others' heels. Tuesday, a popular 'ecturer, Dr. Hiley, from London, dis- bursed at Bethel; whilst on Wednesday ^ening the Institute held its annual feting. On Thursday evening, a public eeting to further certain reforms will Ve held at Park Hall and on Saturday, .r- Barrett's Ambulance Class will be Uven their annual supper" at Park The chiel takin' notes" is duly Urnislii]ig his trusty Waterman's. Mr. H. G. Prosser is resigning the con- ^ctorsliip of the congregational singing J1 Salem on account of pressure of other j°rk. pie has held the office honorarily over eleven years, and during that ]las added over £ 400 to the church Uds by means of performances of sacred JJ'Utatas, <fcc. The church were reluctant 'a«cept his resignation and have not yet ^Pointed his successor. i lanto" Jones, who has been secured if Chelsea, one of the richest clubs in Kingdom, was Cwmparo A.F.C.'s Jitre-forward two seasons ago, and last a«on played for Aberdare, and not Mai-dy wrongly reported in the London ™>ers). He has a most promising future, 6xPect^d to gain his "cap" next

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th. Penygraig. flowing is a full list of mourners °'U) Davies' (Penygraig) funeral, reported last week: —First SieTTi iS- Davies (widow), Mrs. Henry ]\|raus'1tt,r), Walter.Davies (son), Mr. x^6r) ^°'U1 Jones (brother-in-law and • J- Lane (grandson); second b'liuj,, Sydney Davies (sister-in-law), •Hi-, Navies (granddaughter), Mr. ■s 4ti(],i 'nc (son-in-law), Bronwen Lane Cassie Meyrick (niece), Morgans (cousin); third coach— Porth (nephew), Samuel jp>C.>6PW), and D. LI. Jones k^dUi /°urth coach—Mr. and Mrs. J. J)1 .("ephew and niece), Mr. and -J; yllriVl^ Davies (nephew and niece), \W iiio A'rs. Matthew Davies (nephew lXiece), Mr. and Mrs. T. Davies -r and niece).

Pontygwaith- W given by the headmistress of and staff to the children to 'life's p6 ^le SUCC6SS °f the recent chil- i '^icerts, as reported in the columns It OF. Every child brought with him. The teachers at the tables. Fruits were iv* of ^uted among the children. The Mixed School also assisted. dB I;tress, Miss Davies, and her a great praise for their efforts. <lv*u'rW6- 7,'eco.i'd the death of one or \[\y 'habitants in the person of ^ti„a greengrocer. The deceased rJuful member of Soar Uongre- rrjllJel, where he will be greatly Vk'^cL, funeral took place last Itat Llethrddu, the Rev. J. officiating. Great sympathy bereaved wife, who is also t"L,erously ill. \V¡tllhg a iiiii-i-el of accurate time- o5 Aiiei-icaii Lever Watch, Stem l t atid fully warranted, 3/11. ill be returned in full if not satisfied. II (t„i^long wooden box, post free. v talk of the Town), Mardy.

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Trealaw. The annual preaching services of Seion (C.M.) Church, Trealaw, took place on Saturday night, Sunday and Monday last, the divines officiating being the Revs. Evan Jones, Carnarvon (President of the National Free Church Council), and W. Llewellyn Lloyd, Bethel, Anglesey. The services were exceedingly well attended, the doors being besieged, long before the hour of opening at almost each service. Both rev. gentlemen were exceedingly eloquent, and the Welsh fervour was much in evidence.

Trehertoert. A ivery large audience assembled at Libanus (W.B.) on Thursday evening when the cantata, entitled Y Bugail Mwyn" ("The Gentle Shepherd"), was excellently rendered by the Libanus Children's Choir, under the conductor- ship of Mr. T. J. Samuel. Mr. Seth Jones capably officiated as chairman. The sing- ing of artistes and choir was very much appreciated. A band of the smallést chil- dren (taught by Miss Evans, infants' teacher) gave choke selections of pretty action songs, which considerably amused and delighted the audience. --+-- Under the auspices of the Treherbert Branch of the I.L.P., Mr. Ben Wilson, of Chicago (brother of Stitt Wilson), addressed an audience of about 500 on the Bute Square on Friday night. Mr. Wilson spoke very eloquently and was most intense in his denunciation of the present system of government.

Nantymoel Organ Recital.—A very successful organ recital was given at Gilead (0.)[,) Chapel on Wednesday evening, 5th inst., on the occasion of the opening of a grand new organ, built by Messrs. Liddiat and Sons, Leonard Stanley, Glos. The building was nicely filled and the audience showed their annreciation with unmistakable en- thusiasm. Mr. E. T. Davies, F.R.C.O., I the popular Merthyr organist, under whose supervision the organ was built, had been engaged for the evening, assisted by such well-known artistes as:—Soprano, Miss Jennie Ellis, Swansea; contralto, Miss Winifred Lewis, Senghenydd; bari- tone, Mr. David Evans, London. This was Miss Jennie Ellis' first appearance in the Valley. She was well received and chlarmed the audience by her delightful renderings. Miss Winifred Lewis, who is a great favourite in the district, fully sustained her reputation, u-sitrg her con- tralto voice to excellent advantage in several difficult numbers. The baritone, Mr. David Evans, also added considerably to the enjoyment of the evening. Death.—We much regret to record the death of Mrs. Jones, the esteemed wife of Mr. Thomas Jones, 32, Vale View Ter- race, Nantymoei, who passed peacefully away on Sunday evening last, after a short illness lasting only a few hours. The funeral took place on Wednesday after- noon a.iii, was very largely attended. A very impressive service was held a.t the noon and was very largely attended. A Hughes, pastor of Saron Baptist Chapel, where deceased was a member. --+-- Liberal-Labour Association.—In connec- tioll with the Liberal-Labour Association recently formed at Nantymoei, a, fairly well attended meeting was held at Gilead Vestry on Thursday evening last. Mr. I Job Baker, the president of the Associa- tion, presided. Mr. W. Granville Davies, the Liberal agent for Mid-Glamorgan, was present, arid gave an address on the Budget, which was followed by a dis- cussion.

Ogmore Vale. Billiards.—The Committee of the Read- ing Room have decided to place a billiard table in the Old Workmen's Hall. Since operations have been commenced on the JNew Hall, there lias not been a very great attendance at the temporary Read- ing Room. By the above action the Com- mittee hope to see a greatly increased attendance of members. Big Meetiiigs.Oii and Sun- day, the 8th and 9th iust:, big meet- ings were held at Hermon (Welsh C.M.) Chapel. For the occasion the services of the Rev. M. D. Jones, of Mountain Ash, had been requisitioned. The rev. gentle- man preached powerful discourses and fully upheld his reputation. Large con- gregations were present at each meeting and collections were made towards the building fund.. -+-- Juvenile Choir.-Ti-,o Committee of the Ogmore Vale Junior Choir has decided to compete at the Skewen and Port Talbot Eisiteddfodau on the 29th inst. Anniversary Services.—The anniversary services in connection with the English Baptist Churdh were held on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, the 9th, 10th and 11th inst., when the Rev. E. G. Thomas, of Hebden Bridge, near Halifax., officiated. Large congregations were present at the services, and eloquent sermons were delivered.

Treorchy. Two excellent performances of The Bohemian Girl (in character) were given at Horeb Chapel on Thursday and Satur- day evenings by the church choir, under the conductorship of Mr. George Pook. Mr. W. John Davies accompanied, and Mr. D. L. Short presided on Thursday evening. The artistes were:—"Queen," Miss Maggie Edwards; Arline," Miss Mattie Edwards; "Thaddeus." Mr. Ben Thomas Count," Mr. W. Da.vies (Ton); King," Mr. Gwilym Jones "Retainers," 7 Masters Jno. Breeze and Morgan Phillips Gipsies," Masters Ivor Bebb and Fred Gibbs. Solo violin, Miss Lily Han ies, augmented by a select orchestra. The first part of the performance was mis cellaneous, the following Gloria (" Twelfth Mass "—Mozart), by the Orchestra solo. Roses (Adams), Mr. J. Davies; violin solo, Caprice," liss Lily Harries; solo, the Heavenly Song," Miss Mattie

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Pentre. A very pleasant musical and dramatic entertainment was given at St. Peter's Church Schoolroom on Monday evening, under the auspices of the St. Peter's Com- pany of the Church Lads' Brigade. The Rev. Canon Lewis presided. The pro- gramme included the following items: — Pianoforte solo, Mr. David Jones; comic song, Mr. W. Woodward sketch, "Quiet Lodgings Harold Hactphurst (actor), Mr. Lewis Lewis, David Diskord" (musician), Mr. Stan Rowlands, P. Allphee" (solicitor), Mr. Emrys Jones; song, Blodwen, My Darling," Mr. Owen Trehame; song, Miss Adams; sketch, Dumbell," the chief characters being impersonated by Mr. W. H. Rees, Miss Rose Pritcliard, Miss Annie Lewis, Miss Dot Pritchard, and Mr. J. M. Jones; song, If I should plant," &c., Mr. Geo. Stone; song, "My Pupils," Miss R. Pritchard; song, "Asleep in the Deep," Mr. Will Steger; sketch, "An Early Dip "—" Jones and Brown (rivals in love), Messrs. Fred Russ and W. T. Herbert, "Waiter," Mr. Jack M. Jones; song, "Alice, where art thou? Mr. Owen Treharne. The programme was very much enjoyed, the sketches, in particular, being provocative of much amusement. The proceeds will be handed over' to the Camp fund. Amongst the list of nrize-winners at the recent dog show held under the auspices of the Pontypridd Canine Society, we notice Maindy Floss "—entered in the rough-coated collie class-was awarded two first prizes. We congratulate P.C. James of the Police Station, Ton, upon the continued success which attends his efforts in this department. (J) -=-+- The usual monthly literary meeting in connection with the Pentre Higher Grade Past Students' Association was held at the School on Wednesday evening, when an excellent paper was read by Mr. J. T. Short, B.A. (one of the secretaries of the Association), on Dickens was not a Great Novelist." There was a fairly good atten- dance, over which the headmaster, Mr. Jones, presided. Mr. Short believed the present popularity of Dickens to be clue in a great extent to the efforts of the Dickens Fellowship founded by the novelist's son. The great work done by Dickens in aleviating the lot of the sub- merged tenth in London was admitted by all;' but- on the other hand, it was unfair to consider this popularity as reformer to be proof that he was also a great novelist. In Mr. Short's opinion, it was probable that Dickens would be less appreciated as a novelist in time to come. The paper was a splendid one in all respects and provoked considerable discussion, in which Misses Jull and Beachey, Mests. Llew. Jones, Jack Jones (Tonypandy), Edwin Davies (Treherbert), Isaac Jones (Ton), Cobden Austin (Treorchy), and Abel Jones (Tonypandy) participated, the majority being against the reader of the paper. The half-yearly meetings of the Wes- leyan Church at Pentre werei held on Sunday, when Mrs. John Evans (Eglwys- bach) and her son, Mr. Tudor E. Evans, officiated. The services were very suc- cessful, being marked throughout by earnest devotion. On Monday afternoon, a Yorkshire tea was given, and was voted a huge success. In the evening, there was an excellent concert, presided over by Mr. F. J. Woodward. The programme included .solos by Misses Nana Jones and Flossie Horton (Treorchy), and Mr. Jas. s a. Evans, as well as a duet by the two ladies. Messrs. H. G. Hale and Bert Strickland gave excellent recitations, entitled Mike's Strategy and Please to ring, the bell," respectively. Instru- mental duet and trio were given by Messrs. A. Grenter, S. Grenter and G. Fear. It is our unpleasant duty to record the death of a well-known Pentre gentleman in the person of Mr. Tom Edwards, draper, Ystrad Road. The deceased gentleman had been ailing for several weeks, and ,succumbed. on Friday morn- ing, at the comparatively early age of 42 years. Mr. Edwards, who was or a quiet and retiring disposition, was highly esteemed by a large number of intimate acquaintances, by whom his death is very much regretted. The members of the Ladies' Home Mission L'nion held a, whist drive and dance at the Pentre Girls' School last Thursday evening, when about 120 per- sons were present. Messrs. Sept. RoyaSl and Willie Rees were in charge of the whist drive. The winners we;: -First ladies' prize, Miss Jull first gentlemen's prize, Mr. Landers. The M.C.'s of the dancing were Messrs. Tom Jones and Edgar Pritchard; while the pianist, Mr. Row- land Rowlands, discharged his duties in his usual manner. Refreshments were SL1 ppliec1 during the evening. We regret to find that the hou-se-to- house collection made on behalf of the cludren of tIll) 1 fe Williams Lewis Street (who committed suicide isome weeks ) ago by throwing himself down the Pentre Pit), has only realised the modest sum of E4. A further appeal is to The made to the workmen at the neighbouring col- lieries, and we trust that a hearty re- sponse will ensue, as the case is a really deserving one, there being five- small chil- dren who are now rendered total orphans..

Ferndale. The Ferndale Cricket Club held a meet- ing at the headquarters—the Salisbury Hotel-under the presidency of the veteran sportsman, Dr. T. W. Parry, J.P. The hon. secretary, Mr. A.. R., Morgan, said that they had procured excellent fixtures for the season, which were read out. A cordial vote of thanks to the president ended a very interesting meet- ing. --+- Last week, the Rev. J. L. Williams., M.A., B.Sc., lectured at Trerhondda Qhapel, on Who is the Christ ? The proceeds of the lecture were handed over to Mr. John Evans, 5, George, Street, Ferndale, and Mr. John Harris, Tylors- town, to assist them in their ministerial training. -+- The annual singing festival of the Welsh Cklviniistic Methodist-s was held la.st Sun- day and Monday, the conductor being Mr. David Evans, Mus. Bac., Cardiff. The presidents were Mr. Morgan Lewis, Rev. R. M. Harries, Rev. B. Watkins, and the Rev. D. Jones. The following were the tunes sui-ig: Abei-eyiioii, Aber- porth," "Buddugoliaeth," Canwn i'r Iesu," Colchester," Cor Caersalem," Cor y Wynfa," Dies Irae," Eirinwg," Elijah," "Gobaith," Gorphwysfa," Griddfaniad," "Hentfych i'r dydd," "King's Colleoe, "Liverpool," Llan- rf I gristiolns," Maldwyn," Melancthon," Pelidyffryn." "Plant Jerusalem," "Revel," "'Rwy'n caru dweyd yr hanes," Salm Don," Tonna," Watford," ymdeithgan, Milwyr Ieuainc Jesu," the chorus" Mewn taw-el liedd (Tom Price), and the anthem, Rise up, at-ille Y, (" St. Paul "). The singing was exceptionally good. It is with deep regret we report the death of Mr. James Murray, Elm Street, Ferndale, which occurred on Wednesday, 5th inst., after a, very brief illness. Mr. Murray came to Ferndale as solo cornet to the Ferndale Band in 1894, and played in that position until 1899. He after- wards held the position of assistant solo cornet until the day of his death. The funeral took place on Saturday last. He was accorded a, bandsman's burial, there being seven brass bands represented, viz., Ferndale, Cory, Albion, Pentre, Aberaman, Ynyshir, and Great Western.

Ystrad. A grand concert was held on Thursday evening last at Nebo (kindly lent for the occasion) under the auspices of the Welsh Wesleyans. In the absence of Mi". A. Davies, M.E., the chair was taken by the Rev. Curry, pastor of Horeb, The artistes were: -Sop,r-aiio, Miss Jennie Ellis; contralto, Miss Winifred Lewis, Senghenydd; tenor, Mr. Alexi. Webster, R.A.M. baritone, Mr; David Evans, R.A.M., London; elocutionist, Mr. Eddie Evans, London accompanist, Hiss Jennie Evans, double silver medallist, R.A.M. The first two female artistes appeared in the place of Miss Agnes Parry, R.A.M., London, and Miss Tilly Bodycombe, R.C.M., respectively, and proved capable substitutes. The following programme was gone through: —Part 1: Duet, Wat-chman, what of the night?" (Ser- geant), Messrs. Webster and Evans; song, "Nearer, my God, to Thee," Miss Winifred Lewis; song, "My Dreams" (Tosti), Mr. Alexander Webster; song, I will extol Thee (Costa), Miss Jennie Ellis (encored and responded with Clychau Aberdovey "); recitation, Trouble in Amen Corner" (Harbaugh), Mji". Eddie Elvanss; song, Prologue I Pagliacci" (Leon Car alio), Mr. David Evans (Mr. Evans was loudly encored and gave a, rendering of Farewell "); duet, the prison scene in Miserere" (" 11 Trovatore"), Miss Ellis and Mr. Alex. Webster (encored) recitation, The Three Parsons" (Overton), Mr. Eddie Evans, who took the audience by storm. Part 2: Song, "Abide with Me (Liddle), Miss Winifred Lewis (encored); alawon Cymi-eig, (a) Dafydd y 'Garreg Wen," (b) "Cymru Lon," Mr. David Evans (en- cored) song, Waltz Song" (Ed. German), Miss Jennie. Ellis; song, "Fare- well in the Desert" (AdamsO, Mr. Alex. Webster (encored); recitation" The Road to Heaven" (Sims), Mr. Eddie Evans; duet, Y Wers Sol-ff 11, 11 ("Ceinion y Gan"), Miss Lewis and Mr. Evans (encored); quartet, Good-night, Beloved" (Pinsuti), the artistes. The accompanist is to be complimented on the manner in which she performed her duties. Great honour is due to the efficient secretaries, Messrs. S. Davies and J. Edwards. The proceeds are towards defraying the debt of Horeb Church. --+-- Instructive sermons were delivered at Bodringallt (W.C.) Chapel on Saturday night, Sunday and Monday last. The following divines officiated: -Revs. H. M. Hughes, B.A., Cardiff; D. Rhagfyr Jones, Treorchy and James Evans, B.A., Aber- avon. The meetings vere wdl attended.

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Edwards; solo, "Lorenna," Mi*. Ben Thomas. The book itself was then pro- ceeded with, and a spirited rendering was given. Dr. A. G. Tribe presided on Satur- day evening. The usual social tea, whist drive and dance of the students of the Art Needle- work Class was held at the Treorchy Boys' School on Thursday evening, and a thoroughly enjoyable evening was spent. The catering was excellently carried out by Mr. Collier, Pentre. An exhibition of the students' work was given and much appreciated. Miss Minnie Ashton, L.R.A.M., accompanied throughout the evening, while Messrs. R. C. Austin and Lewis Thomas acted a.s M.C.'s. The gentlemen's prize in the whist drive was won by Mr. Albert Jones, who was pre- sented by Mrs. Davies (butcher). The ladies' prize was deservedly won by Miss Minnie Evans, Ysrtradfechan Farm, who was presented by Mr. G. R. Prothero (postmaster). Miss Oassie Davies dis- charged the secretarial duties in a credit- able manner. The annual preaching services in con- nection with Gosen (C.M.) Church were held on Sunday and Monday last, the Revs. John Hughes, M.A. and R. Aethwy Jones, M.A., both of Liverpool, officiat- ing. The Treorchy Juvenile Choir, under the baton of Mr. Powell (Senghenydd Street), gave a successful concert at Horeb on Thursday, April 28th. Mr. George- Pook has instituted a Male Voice Party at Horeb (E.B.) Church. There is a member-shin of forty. Miss Marion Jones is accompanist.