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Pent re. The funerai of the late Mr. Wm. Llew- elyn, as briefly announced last week, took place on Wednesday, 14th inst., the in ferment being at Treorchy Cemetery. The Rev. F. J. Williams (Siloh) 'oiffc*ated at the house, and the Rev. Daniel Davies (Nazareth, of which church deceased had been a faithful member for 36 years) at the graveside. The chief mourners were: Mrs. E. Llewellyn (widow), Mr. Tom Llewellyn (son), Miss Gwladys Llewellyn (daughter), Mrs. Jane Jones, Taliesyn, Miss T. Arthur, London, and Mrs. J. Bvistow, London (sisters-in-law), Mr. Evan A. Jones, Pentre (nephew), Mr. Owen Edwards, Abercynon, and Mr. Owen Arthur, Treharris (cousins). Mr. H. Harris, Mrs. Godsall, and Miss Rose Pritchard represented the staffs of Gelli Schools, of which Mr. Tom Llewellyn is senior assistant. The funeral arrange- ments were carried out by Mr. E. A. Jones, undertaker, 27, Queen Street, the cofun being of real oak panel, with trimmed silk casket furniture. We re- gret that owing to a misprint in our last issue the name of the Rev. Arthur Llew- ellyn, B.A., eldest son of deceased, was given as Cribner Llewellyn." Mr. Llew- ellyn, who for the past twelve months has had charge of the C.M. Church at Johns- town, Pa., reached home on Tuesday evening, having made the passage in the Mauretania." The last of the rambles of past students of Pentre Higher Grade School took place on Saturday last. A fair number congre- gated near the tramway terminus at Tre- herbert soon after 10 o'clock, from which place the party followed the guide', Mr. Thomas, Clydach Vale, and journeyed over the old parish road from Tynewydd to Rhigos, passing Llynfawr on the way. A short rest for lunch was taken at Rhigos. Dinner was partaken of at the Dinas Hotel, Pont-Neath-Vaughan, and then an excursion was made to the Lady Fall. The journey along the river course was ex- ceedingly pleasant, the scenery being, very picturesque. The return home was made about half-past six, reaching: Treherbert before half-past nine. The ramble was a fitting conclusion to an excellent series. _f A meeting under the auspices of the I.L.P. was held near St. Peter's Church on Monday afternoon, when there was a fairly good attendance. Mrs. Hill, Car- cliff, a prominent Suffragette," and Mr. Ben Wilson addressed the meeting. A portion of the local unit of the Army Service Corps left Pentre very early on Wednesday morning, the camp for this year being at Ammanford. About 23 men and 18 horses proceeded in advance of the main body of "Terriers," who leave Pentre on Sunday next. The Corps is under the able command of Major Dyke. 1 An occasional visit like that of Brigadier Turner, of London, must prove of immense benefit to the Salvation Army cause at Pentre. The above gentleman conducted the services on Sundav last, making splen- did addresses and relating some touching experiences. Brigadier Turner is the sec- retary of the social work of the Salvation Army. The services were much appre- ciated. Fine weather favoured the annual out- ing of Nazareth Sunday School on Monday last at Barry Island. The best use was made of the fresh air. sand and brine at Whitmore Bay, whilst the Red Funnel boats were also patronised by the young people, the trip to Weston being favourite. We congratulate Mr. Gwilym Lewis, son of Mr. Lewis Lewis, confectioner, upon his recent success at Oxford. After spending a. few years at Llandovery College, Mr. Lewis, spent one year at Oxford, at which place the result of the Responsion Exami- nation was made known last week. Mr. Lewis did exceptionally well in French and Latin, and his future1 career will be keenly watched by a large number of friends. Mr. Lewis is qlso a very capable musician. The formation of a Young Men's Choral Society is being attempted in our neigh- bourhood, and we trust that success will attend the efforts of the promoters. This may solve to some extent a problem that been in the mindts of many people. Since the Eight Hours Act has come into force, a large number of young men con- gregate on the squares as if time hung

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IVIaeste-g- Presentation.—A very interesting pre- sentation meeting took place at Bethel Chapel, Maesteg, on Tuesday of last week on the occasion of the departure of the pastor, Rev. Rhys Davies. In the after- noon, tea was provided in the Vestry Hall, when there was a very large attendance. The evening meeting was presided over by Mr. Isaac Rees, who in a brief speech eulogised the work of the Rev. Mr. Davies during the eight years of his pastorate. Addresses were also given by the Revs. G. Jones, B.D., W. R. Watkins, M.A., S. Beckingham, Iorwerth Jones, C. P. Thomas, and others. Mrs. Geo. Griffiths presented Mrs. Davies, on behalf of the church, with a silver kettle and stand; and Miss Havard presented Mr. Davies with a purse of gold, and Miss Irene Davies with a Bible from the Sunday School. On behalf of Mr. Davies' Sunday School class, Miss Mabel Jenkins presented him with a handbag. Mr. and Mrs. Davies suitably responded. Musical items were rendered by Miss M. Jenkins, Mr. T. Lloyd, and Mr. E. Eivans. Successes.—It is with great pleasure we announce that Mr. Josiah Thomas, of Garn Road, a pupil of Prof. G. Jones, Bridgend, has secured the diploma of the A.L.C.M., and we join in tendering our congratulations to Mr. Thomas upon his success. We have great pleasure also in announcing that Mr. David Richards, of Gwalia House, has secured his B.A. degree with Honours at Cardiff University. Also the success of Mr. David Davies, of Lon- don House, who has passed an examina- tion of the Royal College of Surgeons, London, in Physiology and Anatomy. Mr. Davies intends entering a, London hospital to complete his studies. Town Hall.—After closing for nearly a month, Messrs. Poole intend re-opening on Saturday next, when they will introduce several first-class wrestling and boxing I turns, together with the usual picture show and variety turns.

Cwmparc. On Friday last, at the Park Hall, Coroner Rhys conducted an inquiry into the death of Mrs. Gregory, who succumbed ok Thursday after giving birth to a child. Mr. Wise was foreman of the jury. Dr. Barrett submitted evidence, and gave it as his opinion that medical aid was not summoned in adequate time. The husband and Mrs. Giles, midwife, also gave evi- dellce but it was found contradictory, and thererore unreliable. The jury unani- mously arrived at the following verdict: That death was due to loss of blood following confinement, owing, in the jury's opinion, to an error of judgment on the part of the midwife." The jury strongly recommended that the midwife discon- tinue the practice of midwifery. The Cwmdare Colliery tug-of-war team again added to its laurels on Saturday last, going as far afield as Llanelly to impress the West Wales natives with their massive muscle and brawn. They proved, easy winners out of nearly a dozen teams and secured a, substantial money prize. The new Cwmparc United Choir, under the leadership of Mr. John Bebb, is making good progress, and successful rehearsals have lately been held. The choir is busy preparing a cantata, The Lion of Judah," for performance at an early date, and the fair members of the choir are organ- ising a tea party in aid of the funds. The forming of a male voice party, with a view to eisteddfodic competitions (under Mr. Bebb's tuition), is also mooted. -IIII!> The Soar Church held its annual preach- ing services on Sunday and Monday last, when the Rev. W. A. Jenkins, Blaen- rhondda, and the Rev. T. Mathonwy Davies, Solfach, occupied the pulpit. The sermons delivered were highly: edifying and "hwylus," and were enjoyed by large con- gregations. There was some pleasing con- gregational singing, under the leadership of Mr. Thomas Rees. Collections were made in each service towards the building fund.

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Treorchy. Bethania Sunday School "exursed" to Penarth on Saturday. Beautiful summer weather masexperitmced all day. Yearly preaching meetings were held at Calfaria (W.W.) Chapel on Sunday and Monday. Large congregations gathered at each service, and eloquent sermons were delivered by the Revs. Richard Jones, B.A., Criccieth, and W. Phillip Roberts. Bargoed. -+-- Our congratulations to Mr. John Henry Llewellyn, Stuart Street, who, after three years' training at Aberystwyth College, recently secured his B.A. The East Glamorgan Baptists' annual temperance singing festival was held at Noddfa Chapel on Monday, Prof. J. T. Jones, L.R.A.M., Treorchy, conducting, whilst Mr. E. Michael, Treorchy, officiated at the organ. The singing was exception- ally fine, the children being warmly com- plimented for their work. Mr. Harold Lloyd, the prospective Con- servative candidate for the Parliamentary contest in the Rhondda, addressed an audience at the Abergorchy Ambulance Hall on Tuesday evening. Mr. T. Millward, solicitor, Pentre, delivered two sermons to the English Con- gregationalists at the Institute on Sunday. There were good attendances, Mr. -Tom Williams (Ramah) conducting the singing.

Treherbert. The annual Sunday School anniversary services in connection with the English Wesleyan Church were held on the 11th and 18th inst. An entire change of pro- gramme was given on both days, and the services were much enjoyed. The meet- ings were presided over by the officers of the school. The annual outing took place on Monday, the 12th inst., when nearly 350 scholars and friends journeyed to Penarth. A Socialist meeting, under the auspices of the local I.L.P., was held on the Bute Square last Thursday evening, and was largely attended. Mr. J. Rees, Penygraig, was the principal speaker, and a resolution disapproving the visit of the Czar of Russia was carried. Anniversary services were held at Libanus (W.B.) Chapel on Sunday. The meetings were presided over by Messrs. Eli Jones and Owen Davies. The chapel choir, conducted by Mr. James George, rendered beautiful selections. Every item was thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated. An interesting cricket match was played on Saturday between the local Wesleyans and Mr. Walter Jones' XI. The Wes- leyans have played many matches this season, and up to Saturday were invin- cible, but Mr. Jones' team smashed" their record by beating them by 9 runs, the scores being —Wesleyans, 29 runs Mr. Jones' XI., 38. Ideal weather prevailed on Monday when Hope (E.B.) Chapel undertook their annual outing to Rhoose, near Penarth. The House that Jack Built," now on exhibition in the window of Mr. T. Arnold (grocer), is a very neat and perfect model of a house built entirely of matches and gum. It was built by Mr. R. John, Her- bert Street, Penyrenglyn, who used in its construction 6,840 matches and threepenny- worth of gum. We regret to announce the death of Mr. John Ellis Hughes, M.I.C.E., F.G.S., which occurred at Rhondda House, Tre- herbert, on Monday, the 12th inst. He was a native of Dolgelly, and was educated at the Liverpool Institute. He served his articles under the late Mr. George Bellis, of Mold, and leaving Mold he was for many years with Messrs. Lucas and AiH LOB don, and was engaged on many impor- tant works for that firm. Mr. Hughes p as engineer for many important under- takings connected with public water supplies in different parts of England, one of which was the construction of the Butterley and Blakeley Reservoirs in the Wessenden Valley, Yorkshire. Subsequent to this latter engagement he went to Egypt in connection with the great Assouan Dam on the Nile. At the time of his atal illness he was engineer for the Blaen- I "hondda tunnel and Llynfawr Reservoir ror supplying the Rhondda Valley with vi-ater. The deceased gentleman, who was j sixty-five years of age, leaves a widow, two daughters and one son. The funeral ] took place at Flint on Thursday, the 15th ] inst. Wreaths were sent by his widow 5 and children; Mr. Bennett, Grimsby Mr. j Kolroyd. Marsden; Mr. Hunt. Ware; Messrs. Nunn and Co., contractors, Lon- don; and one from the staff engaged at I the Llynfawr Reservoir. BEANSTICKS in Bundles, large or small quantities.—R. T. Jones, The Tram Terminus, Treherbert. 4893

Tylorstown. On Monday last, several Sunday School treats were celebrated at Tylorstown. Libanus (C.M.) Sunday School spent the day at Weston-super-Mare Horeb (W.B.), Beulah (E.B.), and Ebenezer (W.C.) at Porthcawl; Holy Trinity at Aberavon; whilst Bethany (E.C.) spent a most enjoy- able time on the mountain side. The anniversary meetings of Bethany (E.C.) Church took place on Sunday last. Solos, duets, and recitations were contri- buted by members of the choir. In the evening, a service of song, entitled The Gentle Shepherd," was given by the choir, under the conductorship of Mr. Tom Gowen. Our hearty congratulations to Mr. John Rees, Ystrad (official at Messrs. D. Davis and Sons, Tylorstown), on his success at the Colliery Managers' Examination, and also to Mr. Samuel Jones. Tylorstown, Wattstown, Ynyshir, and Trehafod Ambulance Brigades, comprising I2u men, were on parade at Poyntz's Park, near the Tylors Hotel on Saturday last. The men went through their drills in an excellent manner, under the able instruc- tion of Superintendent Huxton Watts- town. The brigades meet at Mardy on Thursday to prepare for the Royal visit. A party of German students visited No. 9 Colliery (Messrs. D. Davis and Sons) on Wednesday last, and were shown around the new colliery, electric power station, and the new electric winding engine, by Mr. D. Hannah, M.E., head agent of the firm, and other officials. After the tour of inspection, the partv journeyed to Fern- dale, and were entertained at the Salis- bury Hotel. The visitors were highly pleased with their visit, and accorded a hearty vote of thanks to the officials for their kind generosity. Post Free, a marvel of accurate time- keeping Gent's American Lever Watch, Stem Wind, Stem Set and fully warranted, 3/11. Money will be returned in full if not satisfied. Packed in a strong wooden box, post free. J. Barnes (talk of the Town), Mardy.

Ogmcre Vale. Minister's Death.—The death took place on Saturday of Mr. T. Simpson, lay agent in charge of Wesley Church, Ogmore Vale. Deceased was about 28 years of age. The funeral took place on Tuesday morning, and left by the first train for Lancashire, where the interment took place. He had been in charge of Wesley Church since last September. Visit of Dr. Morgan.—The pulpit at the English Baptist Chapel on Sunday last was occupied by the Rev. Dir. Morgan, of Pittsburg, U.S.A., who preached eloquent sermons to crowded congregations. Billiards.—At the Workmen's Hall, Ogmore Vale, on Wednesday, last, Mr. Arthur Llewellyn Welsh billiard cham- pion, played two exhibition games with local players. In each game he played three opponents, and won easily. In the first game of 300 up. Mr. Llewellyn beat Messrs. Bothwell, Rees, and May by 300 to 147. In the second game he beat Messrs. Hodgjson, Rattray, and Winder by 200 to 126. The clever way in which he controlled the balls elicited hearty applause from the large audience present. His highest break during the evening was 52. After the games, Mr. Llewellyn gave several exhibition fancy shots. Cricket.—Both teams were successful on Saturday last, though the matches were played away. The first team beat Llantwit by 48 runs to 38, and the second team beat Pare Gwyllt Asylum by 61 runs to 31. In the latter match, H. Winder was the most successful batsman with a score of 32. Eisteddfod.—A very successful eisteddfod was held at Bethania (W.C.) Chapel on Saturday, the 17th inst. The competition was keen throughout, and especially so in the case of the chief choral. Three local choirs competed, viz., Bethania, under the baton of Councillor Tom Lucas (miners' agent); the Harmonic (Mr. W. Savid), and Bethlehem (W.B.), conducted by Mr. J. Williams. The test piece was "Awake, Aeolian Lyre." The adjudication was given amid great excitement in favour of the Harmonic. The ambulance competi- tion was won by Pontvcymmer. The ad- judicators. were Mr. Roderick Williams, Cardiff, music; Rev. J. Dyfnallt Owen, A.T.S., Pontypridd, literature; and Dr. A. W. Anderson, Ogmore Vale, ambulance. The accompanist was Mr. W. Leyshon, Bridgend. Foot Race Success.—At the Tonypandy Sports on Saturday and Monday last, Mr. A. R. Hodgson won first prize in the 1,000 yards handicap. The prize was E12. Settlement.—It is gratifying to note that the dispute at the Cwmbuwch Colliery was settled at the Conciliation Board meet- ing on Monday. A meeting of the men concerned was held on Tuesday, and it was decided to accept the conditions of settlement. As a result work will imme- diately be resumed at the colliery, which has been idle for some months.

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heavily on their hands. The persons who laboured so long for this Act surely ex- pect every man to make the best of the hours of sunlight which they now enjoy, and many forms of self-improvement will suggest themselves to the intelligent miner. The Revs. J. J. Williams (Siloh) and T. D. Jones (Bodringallt) were the special preachers at the annual preaching festival held at Moriah, Llanedy, where the pre- sent minister is Mr. Joseph Evans, B.A., a former member of both Bodringallt and Siloh Churches.

On Saturday evening last, the Rev. T. Mathonwy Davies, Solfach, delivered an interesting lecture on Watcyn Wyn." The audience was a disappointing one in magnitude, but those present were rewarded with an intellectual treat. On Saturday evening last, Mr. D. Watts Morgan addressed the members of Park and Dare lodges on the Taff Field, and gave detailed explanations of the recent agreement with the masters. For once there was a large attendance, and Mr. Morgan gave satisfactory answers to a host of questions. The miners we#j in- structed to take up a definite negatory attitude with regard to the 60 hours ques- tion. It is understood that the local enginemen and riders have grievances with regard to the reduced wages that have fallen to their lot since the introduction of the Eight Hours Act. The Forward Movement cause at Com- pare is now firmly established, and it is gratifying to be in the position to report the induction services of the new pastor, the Rev. D. J. Henry, B.A., which took I place on Thursday last. In the unavoid- able absence of the Rev. J. Morgan Jones, Cardiff, the chair was taken by the Rev. Wm. Lewis, Cwmparc, who gave Mr. Henry a hearty welcome to the neighbour- hood. A wire from the Rev. J. Thomas, Cardiff, was read, regretting his inability to attend. Mr. Bayliss, senior deacon of the church, gave a short history of the call." Mr. Henry responded, and asked for the prayers and co-operation of the church. Mr. Henry (senior) then addressed the meeting. The Rev. Walter Davies and Mr. Rees Rees attended on behalf of the West Glamorgan Monthly Meeting, and spoke very highly of Mr. Henry's usefulness in the church of which he was formerly a member. Messrs. Gregory, Landone, J. Davies, B.A., Briton Ferry, and Illtyd Jones, Llantwit Major (fellow- students), spoke highly of, Mr. Henry's character and geniality when at college, and his passion for "souls" as essential in a minister of the Gosnel. Prof. Young Evans, M.A., B.D., Aberystwyth, men- tioned the new pastor's diligences in his college studies, and gave good advice to both pastor and church. The Rev. G. O. Roberts (Bethel), on behalf of the Bap- tists, gave the new pastor a welcome to his new sphere of labours, and heartily wished him God-speed." An impressive service was brought to a fitting close with prayer by Mr. W. B. Davies, B.A., Ystrad. An eloquent sermon was preached in the evening by the Rev. W. Henry, Liverpool, Mr. James Jones, a former Cwmparcian, who is at present one of fie staff of the Bridgend Mental Hospital, has just beer successful in securing the Medico-Psycho logical Diploma of Great Britain and Ireland. Competition for this honour ie very keen, as evidenced in this instance. for out of 17 candidates only 3 passed. Eight Hours Act. The long evening which are now the rule during the Snmm-r months give an excellent opportunity to the publi-, for being Photographed, We Specialise in Photography for Cricket Clubs Sunday Schools, or groups of any description We give b' t value In every phase of the Photographic a.rt. Please note the addrees- L. Ladd, Photographic Artist The Studio, 21, Dunraven Street, Tonipandy (Opposite Danix's Temperance Bar).