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Amusements. Palace Forth. Duncan's Scotch Collies, one of the principal attractions this week at the Palace, is a wonderful exhibition of what isagacious animals can be trained to do. They turn somersaults both, forward and backward over groups of their com- panions in a most extraordinary manner, and actually produce a dramatic sketch, working a miniature motor-car, repre- senting eliaffeur and occupants, meeting with a mishap by which one of the per- formers is apparently killed and the body removed, amid great expressions of grief, by the canine mourners. Reed and Stephens give a very clever and amusing comedy sketch, Married 01; Photo- graphed," which is greatly appreciated. The Elgonas, gymnasts, give a novel and clever performance, the lady evidencing immense muscular strength in the feats lOwn. The youthful actor, Sydney Brandon, gives some very clever studies of character of Charles Dickens' creation, and his interpretation of the Dream of Matthias" from "The Bells" is quite a masterpiece. Each of the other turns are well up to the high standard expected at Messrs. Poole's entertainments, and in- clude the McGregors, musical experts; Arthur Stacey, comedian and dancer Sam Spira, entertainer; Frank Fox, comedian, &c. The Palascope, as usual, produces some good pictures, making up an excel- lent evening's entertainment. The programme provided for the coming week, which will be found in our adver- tisement columns, is bound to draw crowded houses. Topping the bill are the famous Ten Loonies, who give absolutely the funniest sketch ever seen. They created a sensation in London, and their success in the Provinces has been immense. Theatre Royal, Tonypandy. London! Who has not felt the fascina- tion of the great Metropolis? Who has not felt the.. magnetic influence of its teeming' millions J its thonged, resound- ing streets its ever-restlessness; its energetic civilisation; and its ever- clamouring, ever-appealing voices? But there are vices as well as voices in this great city. Crime lurks behind the curtain of the orthodox; villainy vaunts in many a villa,; and treachery ofttimes treads its thoroughfares. At the Royal this, week, we have such an object- lesson in London presented to us bv Mr. Stanley Carlton's company in Mr. Arthur Shirley's latest drama, Her Life in London." The caste is a capable one, Mr. Carlton as the Rev. Allen Gordon," Mr. Norman as the Blind Burglar," Miss Minnie Guest as the Lady Detec- .tire," and Miss R"by Maude as an Orphan in London" being worthy of Special mention. Friday is set apart as a benefit to Miss Ruby Maude, when Mr. Fred Benton's musical comedy drama, "A Secret Wedding," will be played for that night only. v Next week, Messrs. De Gray and Masterman'a company will produce at the Royal a new and original play, entitled The Angel of His Dreams." Cardiff Empire. Mike S. Whallen, the popular comedian and raconteur, makes a welcome re- appearance at Cardiff Empire this week. Strassburger's Lilliputians sing, dance and give an excellent exhibition of acro- batics. They are absolutely the smallest eintertainera on the variety stage. Mabel Bardine and Company present tNell of the Halls," or a sidelight on life behind the scenes. It is splendidly acted and thoroughly human in its pathos. A turn of exceptional interest is l' Eng- land Invaded! a drama in miniature on the bioscope, with an introductory poem hy J. E. McManus and a. stirring and appropriate song. "Fall In," try 'Touch- Stone,' composed by E. H. Behrend. The poem and song is rendered by Leo Stormont. Charming Nell Emerald is a true- born Irish colleen, a native of Doon, limerick. A good many people will pro- bably remember her in connection with the well-known Sisters Emerald, who have travelled all over the United Kingdom and toured America. Her career opened fifteen years ago in drama, and she subse- quently joined Montague Robey's Midget Minstrels, with whom at that time was. Miss Louie Freear. "I was her fag,' Miss Emerald frankly admitted. After I that she joined her sister Monnie, and after a very successful partnership Miss Monnie was married to the well-known pianoforte artiste, Mr. Will H. Fox. Miss Nell Emerald then turned her attention I to musical comedy, and appeared at most! of the big theatres in New York in different pieces. She returned to Eng- land with The Prince of Pilsen com- pany, and performed at the Shaftesbury Theatre, London, and later toured all the principal theatres in the Provinces. John Warren, the famous illusionist, also appears, together with Charles Morton, Venie Clements, Chris Van Bern, and Sybil Lester. Opera House, Treherbert. Additional interest is being taken in j Mr. Poole's animated picture entertain- ments this week at the above, on account of the inclusion in the programme of Mr. Leoni Clarke and his 200 wonderful per- forming cats, dogs, rats, cavies, monkeys, rabbits, and canaries. This most interest- ing performance is the result of several years' patience and hard labour on the part of Mr. Clarke. Two of the cats give an almost perfect display of boxing, whilst another puss climbs a rope into a parachute at the top of the theatre, by which she makes a rapid descent back to the stage. There has been an entire change in the programme of pictures, which are as good as ever. Extremely funny films are New Laid Eggs," Good Friends," "Nervous Twitching," and The Merry Widower." "Vulture Hunting is a very instructive and interesting film. Two most exciting pic- tures are" The Diamond Thieves and Bird of Freedom." Two very pathetic stories are depicted in the two films en- titled" Will Grandfather Firgive" and "Only a Penny a Box, Sir," Tivoli, Pentre. An entertainment of superior quality is given at the Tivoli this week. First and foremost is the Royal Banzai Family of Japanese performers. Each member of the troupe is a perfect artiste in poising and juggling, from Little Togp up to the senior member. This second visit is a welcome one, there being a num- ber of new items of high quality. The Warsaw Brothers score a great success in their comedy musical act, which keeps the audience in a roar of laughter from beginning to end. The musical rehearsal under the conductorship of Herr Germanetc is extremely laughable. Richard Finberg has been here before, and his previous success is repeated. His acting of various famous characters is splendid. The quality of his work may be gathered from the fact that he first impersosates Wilfred Denver in the Silver King (made famous by Wilson Barrett), next Svengali in "Trilby," and finally Marcus Superbus in The Sign of the Cross." The second impersonation is the best and is really magnificent. Another good turn is that by Madame Sylvesto, an agile and graceful contortionist. Her ability to pass through hoops of comparatively small diameter is marvellous. Fred Austin has three comedy nippers as apprentices to the acrobatic trade. There is plenty of humour, resulting in roai-s of laughter. Messrs. Leslie and Player are successful entertainers; George S. Melvin is a good Scotch comedian and dancer; whilst an- other good comedian is Phil Parsons, who pleases the audience with his songs. The Tivoliscope has a good selection of pic- tures. The Merry Widow at Cardiff. Mr. George Edwardes will again pre- sent his famous Merry Widow next week at the New Theatre, Cardiff. The Merry Widow remains a rippling entertainment, haunted by dreamy melodies that charm the ear and dances that. woo the senses. The reasons for the unique success of the Merry Widow" are not far to seek. First of all, the music is of the most seductive and fascinating kind. Again, in humour, the play surpasses many, and most attractive of all is the charming romance which is so very cleverly wedded to the music. The" Merry Widow has now been played in thirteen different languages and over 18,000 times. Since the last visit a new feature has been introduced—the celebrated Apache dance. The company includes Miss Ethel Cadman, Miss Sylvia May, Miss Mabel Russell, and Missi Emmy Wehlen as Sonia" also Mr. Talleur Andrews, Mr. Basil S. Foster, and Mr. Eric Thorne. An interesting event on Monday even- ing will be the appearance of the young German actress, Miss Emmy Wehlen. A Continental artiste whose singing and act- ing is only equalled by her charm of manner, she has captured Daly's Theatre audiences by the individuality she has instilled into the part. This will be the first time she has appeared out of London, and we feel assured she will receive a warm welcome. A matinee will be given on Saturday. Hippodrome, Tonypandy. All lovers of animals, and dogs in parti- cular, should not miss seeing M. Beaucaire and his acrobatic dogs at the Hippo this week. The intelligence which these marvellous fox terriers display is simply astonishing, and must be seen to be believed. Onda. and Artell present a sen- sational gymnastic trapeze and pot-pourri act; whilst the Days are extremely enter- taining in their interesting second sight performance, which equals anything of the kind we have seen, including the famous Zancigs. For precocity, little Miss Myrtle, child comedienne, takes the palm. Her performance is full of assur- ance, which is accomnanied by a charming naivete. Wills and Warlock, speciality comedians, execute some smart double chair slab dancing: and Sid Crossley, the long comedian, provides rare fun. The pictures more than hold their own. At the Altar is a very fine picture drama, and another very pathetic picture story is The Madman's Child." The Pirates of Penzance." To the Editor of the Rhondda Leader." Sir,—In the eontributed article on the above performance, there was an in- advertent omission.the name of Mr. W. H. Davies, Captain of the Pirates," who with a splendid voice, fine aplomb, and a very distinct utterance of the words, gave a fine rendering of his part. His acting was also most natural, and his successful representation of such an im- portant role was an important factor in the all-round success of the opera. Kindly insert this as the best amend for the omission, for I had fully intended giving him his deserved meed of praise with the of,hers,-Yours with thanks in tion, YOUR CONTRIBUTOR.

Treorchy. A sale of leasehold property was held at the Red Cow Hotel, Treorchy, on Tuesday, evening by Mr. T. Naunton Morgan, auctioneer, Tonypandy, when No. 3, Herbert Street, Treorchy, held under an indenture of lease for a term of 99 years from 1876, and subject to an annual ground rent of £1 12s. 6d., was sold to Mr. T. H. Weeks for B185. Mr. Hill-Male, Tonypandy, acted as solicitor for the vendor.

Aberavon-Port Talbot Horse Show. Great May Attraction. Magnificent Entries. Special attention of our readers is called to the announcement in our adver- tisement columns that the great annual Aberavon-Port Talbot Horse Show will be held on Thursday, May 20th, on the fine Port Talbot Central Athletic Ground, which has one of the best show in Wales. For the event, special cheap trains will be run from all parts, so that a splendid opportunity will be afforded everyone of a morning on the beautiful Abera.von Beach and an afternoon at the show. This year's programme is a most attractive and comprehensive one, includ- ing splendid local tradesmen's cesses and valuable open events, and champion cup classes for hackneys, hunters, jumpers and trotters, and also special prizes for Army remounts (given by the Secretary of State for War). During the afternoon, the Royal Horse Artillery will give a display in gun practice. In addition to these, there will also be cattle, dairy, poultry and timbering classes, and also the plea- sure of hearing the renowned Ferndale Band (the Welsh Besses), which has been specially engaged for the occasion. Every provision will be made for the enjoyment and comfort of visitors to the show, and refreshmentis of all description will be provided on the ground. A number of the finest hackneys, hunters, jumpers and strotters in England have been entered.

136 YEARS' CONSTANT AGONY. I Cured at 70 Years of Age from Bad Leg. GIVEN UP AS INCURABLE. -• 15, KINGSWOOD ROAD, OLDFIELD PARK, BATH, To Mr. J. J. REINECKE. January 18th, 1907. Dear Sir,—I have suffered more or less great agony with open i wounds in my leg, coming after the birth of one of my children, J' <<- 36 years ago. During the first few years I tried many doctors, ■. with the result that although the wound was healed up again and ■■ again, yet again did it break out, and no permanent good was done. I then went to a London Specialist, who simply did for me what the previous doctor has done. After this, having re- s> # moved to the country and scarcely able to hobble about, I felt compelled to go yet to a' other doctor, who treated me for 12 months, and at the end of that time he refused to further attend .gjjg -A- T, to me unless I kept to my bed. This I could not do on account of having farm duties to attend to. Soon after, 1 came to Bath, and heanng of you I determined to ask your advice, but still not thin king you couid do what so many had failed in. For 36 years « 3 f, » i I had been about in constant agony, not being able to sleep at » night on account of the great pain and irritation. Cold water bandages were applied to allay the irritation; all doctors I v *\± L had tried had decided they coulll do me no more good, and .1 S practically I was given up as incurable. However, I came to t i ■*> £ | you, and I am thankful that after taking your medicine, I have Ir* » ^st ~J g not for months had the slightest recurrence of the irritation. I » /i-s. 1 have slept well at nights, and altogether I am a different woman. V" '• J 1 I am 70 years of age and while at Portsmouth lately 1 had '9^ *? B occasion to have a doctor for Bronchitis. He then remarked to S my son that I was a wonderful woman for my age, ajid my son Tjfc" V; B was only too glad to acknowledge that it was due to Mr. Reinecke, I who had really made a woman of me again at my age, and y B after 36 years of suffering. I cannot express to you how grateful ¥B I am, and how I wish that all who has suffered as 1, would come y B to you, knowing the benefit they would receive. 2 B I am, yours truly,—Mrs. J. SOPER. B Mr. J. J. REINECKE the Herb King. | ADVICE and WATER READING Free of Charge, 1 John J. Reinecke, Botanic Specialist, Pandy Square, Tonypandy. I Palace, Porth Proprietors POOLE'S THEATRES Co., LIMITED Managing Director Mr. C. W. POOLE — Acting and District Manager Mr. WALTER BYNORTH 7 & 9 TïfC sri^btly, Tr & ø First Performance between 6.50 and 9. Second Performance between 9 and 11. Trains from all parts, to and fro, to suit each house. Special Trams leave the Palace after each Performance. Monday, May 17th, and during the week- important and Very Expensive Engagement of the Funniest LOZELLE, in an Elegant and Novel Gymnast^ Musical Sketch Ever Seen. Speciality. The Original JEN LOONIES EDIE COOLVILLE, Befined Vocalist. "Do you [se*'I I The Famous Mad Musicians, any Green in my Eye." Presenting their Hysterically Hilarious Sketch, Dotty." THE PALASCOPE BARNEY STUART, the Renowned Character Actor, In a Grand Series of Up-to-Date Films Weekly, Vocalist and Mimic. r AGUSTIN ,dPllya.™teet Baml The FRANK L. GREGORY TROUPE, The World's Greatest Hoop Rollers and Jugglers. This must DO BERT LYTTON, the Swell Comique. be confounded with any other Hoop-rolling Act in existence. THE PALACE BAND of Selected Musicians. One of the Best in the Provinces. Conductor-Mr. STUART LANE. CIRCLE, 1/- (Early Door, 1/3 Reserved, 1/3). BALCONY &PIT, 6d. (Early Doors, 9d.) GALLERY, 3d. (Early Doors, 4^1 Early Doors, 6-30 and 8-40. Ordinary Doors Open at 6-40 and 8-50. Bicycles Stored in a Special Room Free of Charge. HIPPODROME I TONYPANDY. 7 Monday, May 17,1909, and during the Week Q| j TWICE NIGHTLY. 5^ J WILL STONE'S ula ELECTRIC BIOSCOPE THE TOWER OF LONDON. A powerful Drama of Love and Hate. A Harrison Ainsworth Novel in Pictures. Mr. ABSENT MIND. THE PICK OF THE RUSSIAN ARMY. DE MAYOR HAS NO DRESS SHIRT. Mr. FEARY DOES NOT LIKE POLICEMEN. The Ruffians' Public House. Have You Heard the HIPPODROME ORCHESTRA? THE FINEST IN SOUTH WALES. a Sopdellas a The World's Greatest Gymnasts. FRANCES DREW, Oomedienne. ALEC & CURRY, Musical Comedy Couple. YOUNG SAMSON, the Muscular Marvel. ZOJB2, the Lady of Many Voices. GEORGE REEVES, Comedian. Next Week-ARTHUR NORTON, the 9st. Graeco-Roman Champion of the World. PEOPLE'S POPULAR PRICES-Gallery, 3d., Early Doolrs, 4d- Pit, 6d., Early Doors, 9d.; Stalls, 1/- Early Doors, Is. 3d. TIVOLI Palace & Hippodrome, PENTRE. Proprietors POOLE'S THEATRES Limited Actim; Manager • • • • • • • • JAMES GUNN 7 and 9. Twice Nightly. 7 and 9. Monday, May 17th, 1909, and Twice Nightly during the Week. FERGUSON 4ND MACK Eccentric Comedians. Introducing their Latest Laughing absurdity The Dimple Sisters." The Acrobatic Ballet Girls. MADGE BERESFORD, Charming Chic Comedienne. HAPPY ATTWOOD, The little lump of fun, in his latest parody on Asleep in the Deep," Special Attraction. HORACE WHITE. The marvellous ventriloquist at the piano. MORELLI & MOORE. In their eccentric Musical Speciality Act, "All Sorts." The Mexican wonder, FRANK MAURA, In his dexterous and incomparable performance with Tubs, Balls and Tables. SAM SHIPLEY, Comedian and dancer. THE TIVOLISCOPE, with the Best Pictures Obtainable. Cannot be Beaten. Movton & JSIiiott Phenomenal paper Manipulators, Harmonica players and vocalists. THE TIVOLI BAND (of Selected Musicians), one of the best in the Provinces. Conductor-Mr. W. CRONIN. Early Doors, 6,30 and 8.40. Ordinary Doors at 6.40 and 8.50. CIRCLE, 1/- (Early Doors, 1/3, Reserved at 1/3). PIT, 6d. (Early Doors, 9d. GALLERY, 3d. (Early Doors, 4d). (Saturdays, 4d.). OPERA HOUSE TREHERBERT. Proprietors Poole's Theatres, Limited Special Engagement of the Favourite Treherbert Actor, MR. ERNEST R. ABBOTT and his Old Established Representative Company. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, May 17, 18, 19th and 22nd, 1909, (By arrangement with HERBERT SLEATH). FOUR PERFORMANCES of the Famous Patriotic NAVAL DRAMA in Four Acts— THE MARINERS OF F NGLAI D IN THE DAYS OF NELSON. The Battle of Trafalgar. The Death of Nelson. Thursday & Friday, May 2oth & 21st Two Performances of an Entirely New and Original Modern Play, entitled—THE MAN OF HER CHOICE Or, THE LITTLE WHITE FFATHEP. ,By ADA G. ABBOTT. Poole's Popular Prices. Balcony, 1/ Early Door, 1/3. Pit, 6d Early Door, 9d. Gallery, 3d., Early Doors, 4d. Saturdays, 4d 7.30 Nightly. Early Doors,6.50. Ordinary Dcors, y.20 -— — E CARDIFF MPIRB (QUEEN STRKET) Managing Director OSWALD 8TOVLr M TWICE NIGHTLY—6.45 and 9 o'clock Seats booked daily by Post or Tele. No 626 Seats booked daily by Post or Tele. No 626 -0 P Monday, May 17th, 1909, and Twic*' Nightly during the Week. The Famous London West End Actor Mr. LAWRENCE IRVING an<* The Famous London West End Actor Mr. LAWRENCE IRVING an" Miss MABEL HACKNEY, I As "Peg Woffington." ALBERT LETINE, Fen. ale Impersonator. JESSIE ALBINI, Comedian. !t DE GRACIA'S ROYAL ASSAM ELEPHANTS. JjL Mammoth Comedians and Athletic Enthusi,%tlts- TheCharming.Graceful, Fascinating MademoRelle RDE DIO, in a Series of Brilliant, Beautiful all Bewildering Electrical Dance Creations. Comedy from the Colonies. ALBERT WHEúArii t t the Australian Entertainer. FAYRE & MANNING, the Two in Green, Cleiret Comedians and Dancers. THE CRISPS, Juvenile Entertainers. t New and Interesting Subjects on the AMERlC^ M BIOSCOPE. TOM COBTELLA, a Singer of many of the Ølost; t H Popular Song Successes of the last decade, w" give selections from his repertoire. NEW THEATRE, CARDIFF. Sole Proprietor ROBERT Every Evening at 7.30, LAST VISIT OF THE EVER POPULAp MUSICAL PLAY- THE Belle of New York. -+- Next Week- i GEORGE EDWARDES' COMPAN1 THE MERRY WIDOV' Booking Office at Theatre, 10 to 5. Nat. Tel. :fl6. Royal CLARENCE THEATRE. PONTYPRIDD. Monday, May 17th, 1909, during the week. The Great Modern Domestic Drama, E titled- HELD IN n BONDAcf STAR COMPANY MAGNIFICENT SCENERY! Prices of Admission—Centre Circle, 2/• J Circle, 1/6 Pit, 1/- Gallery, 6d. zJ. Doors open at 7-10, commence at 7-40. Early DOOrS extra to all parts. tO Reserve your Seats at Messrs. Heath & Sons, Music S Tafi Street, Pontypridd. 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