Rhondda Leader Maesteg Garw and Ogmore Telegraph

RUGBY. TREHERBERT ATHLETICS 6pts., TRE- HERBERT EX-SCHOOLBOYS 0. At last, the question of superiority has been settled between these two local rival teams, and settled in a manner which leaves no trace of doubt. On Christmas Day, a large crowd witnessed the great encounter which took place on the Tre- herbert Football Grounds. The weather 'conditions were ideal, but the ground was rather heavy after the recent rain. The Athletics were minus two of their forwards, namely, Sam Lewis and L. Woolf but otherwise both teams were well represented. Mr. W. J. Gruar offi- ciated as referee. The Athletics played with their faces towards the sun in the first half, but with a strong wind behind them. They in- Taded the. Ex-Schoolboys' territory soon after the start, and their backs combined in a very effective manner. The game .Was not five minutes old before the Athletics scored. Their forwards heeled put on the Ex-Schoolboys' 25 line.- The Athletics' backs passed magnificently, and the left wing, Dai Jones, gathered the ball well on the run and scored a glorious try in the corner. R. Pitman failed to convert. The Athletics returned to the attack, and a free kick was awarded them in a good position, but Pitman sent the ball wide of its mark. W. H. Colwill, the Ex-Schoolboys' full-back, was re- peatedly called upon to save his side, and lie did so in a plucky style which was loudly applauded by the spectators. Only Once were the Ex-Schoolboys dangerous in this half, and that was when W. Allen made a fine burst on the right wing and reached his opponents' 25 line. But his effort was overwhelmed by the defence, and the heavy Athletics' forwards soon carried play out of danger. Although they played against the wind in the second half, the Athletics con- tinned to assert their superiority, and had the best of the game all through. Except when they wheeled, the Athletics gained possession from almost every scrum, and when the ball came out to the three-quarters some typical Welsh passing was witnessed. Their passing was effective as well as dazzling, and they thus gained large lengths of ground. All the aggressive work of the Ex-Schoolboys was done by the forwards, who, on two occasions, reached the Athletics' line by determined but erratic rushes. Their efforts, however, lacked the finishing touches. The second try scored by the Athletics was a most beautiful one. Adams, a forward, calmly picked up during some loose play and passed out to the backs. After some nice passing, J. Lewis (right wing) dashed over in the corner. Salisbury failed with the kick. From now on the Ex-Schoolboys were a thoroughly beaten team. The game was the prettiest that has been witnessed at Treherbert for a long time. The Athletics' forwards were much the heavier pack, and they used their weight to advantage in wearing down the lighter but dashing forwards of the Ex-Schoolboys. Randall Morgan and Salisbury were very prominent in the front rank of the Athletics, and W. E. Pearce was the best of the Ex-School- boys' pack. At half-back and in the three-quarter line the Ex-Schoolboys were completely outclassed by the smart, bril- liant passing of their opponents. The Ex-Schoolboys' backs, however, had little chance to shine, because their forwards were badly beaten in the scrums. Yet their centres, T. James and W. Wil- liams, shone well in defence, for their tackling was really fine and clean. W. H. Colwill was the better of the two cus- todians.

ASSOCIATION. TON 6gls., MANCHESTER NORTH END 2. Ton were at home to Manchester North 3E'nd as a Christmas Day fixture in fair weather, before a good crowd. Ton thoroughly deserved their win. TON 4gls., BRISTOL ROVERS RES. 0. On Boxing Day, in a perfect downpour, Bristol Rovers Reserves were the victims. Despite the wretched state or the weather, a very fair crowd was present. Although the field was in a fearfully sloppy condition, some very good foot- ball was witnessed. For Ton Appleby, the West Ham left wing, gave a very creditable display. He is a smart player, and doubtless will prove a decided ac- quisition to the ranks of the Reds. CWMPARC & TREORCHY UNITED 4gls., BUILTH WELLS 0. This match was played at Cwmparc on Christmas Day, in splendid weather. There was only a moderate assembly of spectators, but the football was worth going a long way to see, the footwork being always smart and. clean, and the combination clever. In the opening stages the Mid-Wales men played with surprising dash, but could not prevail against the steady defence of the Park rearguard, Parton and Mitchell especially being prominent. Peake was the first to score, breaking cleverly through after good work by Wilson and Evans. Barton made a good run, but was cleverly checked by Jack Hughes. Peake again found the net, and a minute or so before half-time Geo. Jones gave Green no chance. After the interval the Builth men im- proved. and Harry Jones had to save from Wheslay and Morris. The. home halves, however, proved very reliable and kept their forwards in the Builth area. Park added another point through Evans, and eventually ran out easy winners by 4-0. The game was full of incident, the home men showing much the greater pre- cision and finish in attacking movements. CWMPARC & TREORCHY UNITED 3gls., MARDY 1. This South Wales League match at Cwmparc on Boxing Day morning was of special interest to Rhondda "Soccer" folk, as the destiny of the two points affected the League championship. There was a good gate, in spite of inclement weather and a sloppy ground and both teams were at full strength. Mr. Cording, Cardiff, refereed. From the kick-off the visitors looked dangerous, but Goode and Parton were safe and transferred play. Mitchell shadowed Levi effectually, and the United forwards spent a period in the Mardy goal area. Hugh Jones was, uncertain, and Williams was severely tested. The Mardy custodian played a wonderful game, and Evans, Peake and Thoman were 'successfully repulsed. Geo. Jones, however, made a pretty run through, and Williams conceded first blood after twenty minutes' play. The Mardy halves were very moderate, and the Park wing men repeatedly sent in dangerous, centres. Evans got near goal and after rounding Jos. Williams, shot into the net. Up to half-time the home forwards continued to attack, but failed to increase the lead. After breathing time, Mardy were ex- pected to do better, and for a, time play ruled equal. Jack Hughes showing great pace was prominent at right half. and subsequently, after several chances, Geo. Jones, and Evans outwitted Hugh Jones, the latter putting Park three goals ahead. Later, Mardv got their solitary goal of the match, Hill profiting from a penalty, but the issue now was never in doubt, and Park retired at the final whistle victors of a hard-fought game. RHONDDA PUPIL TEACHERS 6gls., TREHERBERT UNITED 1. Played at Treherbert on Christmas Day. Treherbert had the advantage of a strong wind in the initial half, and after Hanney (the P.T.'s goalie) had saved in brilliant fashion from a shot by G. Watkins, L. R. Webb- daBhed up and netted the ball before Hanney had re- covered himself. Stung by this, the Teachers played hard, and quickly scored twice through W. Llewellyn and Abel Jones. After the interval, the P.T.'s were by far the better side. The United made, some good rushes into their opponents' territory. They were awarded a penalty, but Hanney saved from the subsequent kick. After this, the visitors bombarded the Treherbert goal, and four goals were scored by W. Llewellyn (2). Hanney, and A. Jones. Treherbert were very weak in defence, especially at goal and full- back, whilst these were the most impreg- nable positions in the visiting team.

Popth Police Court. Thursday.—Before the Stipendiary (Mr. D. Lleufer Thomas) Mr. T. P. Jenkins, and Dr. E. N. Davies. TRESPASSING ON T.V.R. Jos. Adams, Fredk. Burgess, David Davies, Wm. Alf. Brushfield, Jos. Brush- field and Geo. Griffin, all of Tylorstown, were charged with trespassing on the Taff Vale Railway, near the Tylorstown Col- lieries. Mr. Norman Ingledew nrosecuted for the Company, and said that as many as 80 colliers at a time crossed the railway at this spot to go to work. They climbed over the fence, and sometimes dropped right in front of the engines, and made the drivers very nervous. Detective Geo. Wilson gave evidence as to a watch kept on the line about 5.30 a.m. on November 3rd. Twelve men were caught, the defendants being among the number. Adams, Griffin, and Burgess, who were. present, were fined 5s. each; the others, who were absent, 7s. 6d. OBSCENE LANGUAGE IN MOTOR- CAR. Harry Kick, a young Porth collier, was charged with using obscene language in a Taff Vale Railway motor-car. Mr. Ingledew prosecuted. David Morgan, conductor of a car run- ning between Mardy and Pontypridd, said that on Sunday, December 6th defendant boarded a car at Pontypridd and began using offensive language. When asked to desist, he became, worse and much difficulty was experienced in get- ting his right name and address. There were several men and one young lady in the car. Defendant said that he had taken" a drop of drink," and was very sorry for the offence. A fine of 15s. was imposed. STIPENDIARY'S EPIGRAM. Addressing two defendants who were charged with fighting, and who advanced a plea that an argument led to a quarrel, the Stipendiary said: Fists will not decide, an argument; they will only decide your contention." HIS BIRTHDAY. Patrick Barry, a middle-aged collier, of Blaenllechau, was charged with being drunk. Defendant expressed his sorrow, and said that, he had been living a quarter of a century in the district, and had never been in the Court before. The Stipendiary: It is a pity that you are spoiling such a good record. Defendant (smilingly): Well, sir, it was my birthday. The Stipendiary: I am sorry I cannot wish you many happy returns of the day (loud laughter). In view of your good conduct and your explanation, you will be discharged. BREAKING AND ENTERING A SCHOOL. Three Blaenllechau schoolboys were charged with breaking and entering Blaenllechau Council School and stealing numerous articles to the value of 14s. IUd. Miss Williams, headmistress of the school, said that one morning she found a pane of glass broken and the stock- room disturbed, articles to the value of 14s. ltd. having been stolen. P.O. Edwards proved the case. One of the boys was ordered to receive three strokes of the birch, and the other two, two strokes. DEFENDANT IN A HURRY. Barney Brook, of no fixed abode was charged with being drunk and refusing to get off a cal". Inspector Williams, Porth, said that about 9.45 p.m. on the 22nd inst. he saw defendant very drunk, and refusing to get off a car. After the conductor pushed him off, defendant caught the conductor by the throat. Witness said that defen- dant had lid. on him when arrested. Upon being discharged with a caution, defendant started to run out of Court, but was called back by the Bench to receive his ltd. I

Treherbert. Two performances of Mr. J. Bonfyl Davies' new drama, entitled Y Wraig o Ddyffryn Sorec," founded on the life of Samson and Delilah, were given at Tre- herbert Opera House on Wednesday and Thursday evenings by the Cwmparc Dramatic Society. The audience at each performance was exceedingly meagre. The Society were assisted by a string band, conducted by Mr. Rees Davies. Mr. J. B. Davies was manager, and Mr. Gwilym Jones was accompanist.

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