Rhondda Leader Maesteg Garw and Ogmore Telegraph

EDITORIAL NOTES. It is now quite understood that the secret discussions of the Conference on the question of the House of Lords have extended to the question of Home Rule for Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. Con- servatives of the most pronounced type seem to think the case deserving of con- sideration. Even Mr. Chaplin, one of the straightest sect of Conservatism, has admitted that he would not decline to consider a readjustment of the political

Preswylfa High School, Cardiff. GOOD DAY & BOARDING SCHOOL FOR GIRLS. ROATH PARK TERMINUS. Also BRANCH DAY SCHOOL, 2, Newport Road Home Comforts. Thorough Education. Game. Pupils from this School have passed all the Intermediate Stages from the Kindergarten to the London Matriculation Examination. Boarders and Daily Pupils received at any time. Miss JONES, Principal. Prospectus on application. Governess-Student Required. 295 Prospectus on application. Governess-Student Required. 295 1T_1_-

_= Ward 5 Bye=Election. Progress of the Contest- The grave developments in the coal trade of Mid-Rhondda have somewhat damped the ardour of electioneering in Ward 5. Recognising the gravity of the industrial situation and the inadvisability of unduly obtruding municipal questions at this stage, Mr. Tom John has cancelled his public meetings, and has devoted his energies to a systematic canvass of the district. In this he is assisted by a devoted band of workers, whose reports are most encouraging. Mr. John has visited a large number of houses in the Ward, and everywhere he has been assured of the heartiest support. Mr. Evan Roderick, who opposes Mr. John in the Labour interest, is also get- ting into stride and is assured of a strong backing. Mr. Roderick has already addressed one or more public meetings and has put forward a strong case for Labour representation in the Ward. The main plank in Mr. Roderick's platform is the adoption of the Feeding of the Necessitous School Children Act. Parliament has enacted that the Act may be put i,nto operation after all charitable sources have been exhausted. Mr. Roderick says that the Act is not looked upon with favour by the employing class and their allies', and that Labour men only can be depended upon to press for its adoption when the need arises. Mr. Tom John, on the other hand, claims with equal force that his past actions in time of stress and trouble are thp surest guarantee of his interest in the welfare of the children. He claims that his long experience as headmaster has brought him into close touch with the home life of the people, and so fired is he with the welfare of the young that he is lighting the battle as The Children's Champion.

Shakespeare in Welsh. Dramatic Society Formed at Pentre. An important movement has been con- templated in South Wales for several months, namely, the formation of amateur dramatic societies for the training of native talent and the production of Welsh dramas and sketches. The aims and ambitions of the pioneer, Mr. Ernest Cove, of Treorchy, have not clouded his business methods. For some time he has been carefully preparing his plans and developing his schemes in order to gain as much public support as possible. It is almost unnecessary to state that Mr. Cove has devoted himself to the study of elocution for many years, and lias secured innumerable triumphs in the world of competition as a reciter. During more recent years Mr. Cove has been a member of William Mollison's famous company, taking part in Shake- spearian and other plays with remarkable success, and also assisting as stage manager and organiser. He is at pre- sent taking a few months' rest from arduous travelling with the company, and is devoting himself entirely to his long-thought-of plan of improving Welsh performances of various plays, and en- couraging the study of elocution and the art of stagecraft. Last Wednesday evening, at the Popular Restaurant, ^Pentre, Mr. Cove commenced with his first Rhondda Dramatic Society, there being substantial patronage even on the first evening. Mr. Cove explained his scheme and objects, and indicated the lirec unon which he intended to proceed. Portions from Rhys Lewis," and one or two translated selections from Shakespeare's plays, in- cluding The Rating of the Leek" ("Henry V.") and The Fight ("Merry Wives from Windsor"), were decided upon as sufficient material to start upon. Many of those present are already well known as reciters, and with the guidance and experience of such a capable director, a strong dramatic society should result.

Burglary at Ystrad. Co-operative Shop Broken Into. A robbery is reported to have taken place, at the Ystrad-Rhondda branch of the Ton Co-operative Society, Ltd., on Monday night last. It appears that entrance was effected by breaking a small window at the back of the building lead- ing to the storeroom, and the door between the latter room and the shop was wrenched open. The value of the goods stolen is E2 10s., and consists of clothing, boots and tobacco. The local police are making diligent enquiries, but up to the present no clue has been re- ceived as to the perpetrator or perpe- trators.

Penygraig APPEARANCES.—It was a lady who said, Within the oyster's shell uncouth the purest pearl may bide." But have the ladies of this town and neighbourhood seen what wonderful millinery creations can be produced at J. Picton Davies & Co., The Penygraig Drapers. The latest, the best, the newest always, and in addi- tion the very neatest cut and material in Coats, Costumes, and Blouses. 449

Llwynypia. The first children's concert of the season was given on Thursday evening last at the Primitive Methodist Church, Llwynypia, when an operetta, entitled "Little Folks at Play" (W. S. Boddie), was rendered by the Juvenile Choir, under the conductorship of Mr. George Brice. The various choruses and exer- cises were gone through in a very credit- able manner. Mr. W. H. Farmer pre. sided over an excellent audience. The choir was assisted by a small portion of the chapel orchestra. Miss Edith E. Farmer and Mr. Levi Watkins presided at the piano and organ respectively.

Williamstown. The yearly meetings in connection with Nazareth. (O.M.) took place on Saturday, Sunday and Monday last. Able and inspiring sermons were preached by the Bevs. I. T. Jones Conway, and D. Daries, B.A., Miskin, Mountain Ash. Large and appreciative congregations attended throughout.

Porth Chamber of Trade. Wanted-A New Ward. The Porth Chamber of Trade held their monthly meeting on Wednesday evening at the Washington Hotel, Mr. J. T. Jones in the chair. With reference to the Incorporation of the Rhondda scheme and its financial aspect, the Secretary, on the motion of Mr. Thos. Griffiths, M.E.. was instructed to write the Rhondda Urban District Council for further information as to the proportion expected from Porth. Councillor Griffiths also raised the ques- tion of an additional Ward on, the Dis- trict Council. They had secured an extra seat on the County Council, and lie thought the time opportune for the Chamber to deal with this question. After a little discussion, it was agreed to do so. The following officers were elected:- President, Councillor Thos. Griffiths; chairman, Mr. John Powell Davies, Porth; vice-chairman, Mr. W. S. Morgan, Porth treasurer, Mr. D. W. Davies (re- elected); organising secretary, Mr. J. E. Lloyd; and auditors, Messrs. Frank Evans and Jack Morgan. Mr. W. S. Williams' (Bon) resignation having been very reluctantly accepted by the Chamber, Mr. G. Roberts was unani- mously elected secretary. •_ Mr. D. W. Davies submitted a finan- cial statement, which showed a balance in hand.

Pontygwaith. On Sunday last, the harvest thanks- giving services of the Wesleyan friends were held. In the morning Mr. H. Phillips, Mardy, preached: and in the afternoon the introductory service was taken by Mr. Arthur Roberts, and the sermon preached by Mr. Turville, Fern- dale. In the evening the pulpit was occupied by the superintendent minister, the Rev. R. S. Wilkin. The services were continued on Monday evening, when Mr. Arthur Roberts ably presided, and interesting and edifying" addresses were delivered by Mr. Phillips and the Rev. R. S. Wilkin. The children, ably trained by Mrs. Roberts and Mr. Davies, tastefully rendered a selection of harvest hymns. Miss Curtis presided at. the harmonium. During the evening, the financial report was read. and it was gratifying to learn that the cost of fit- ting up the new place had been prac- tically cleared.

Tonypandy. The friends of Miss Catherine. M. Jones, late of 47, Eleanor Street, but now of Ardwyn, Kenry Street, Tonypandy, will be pleased to learn that she was success- ful at the recent examination under the Central Midwives Board, and is now a certificated maternity nurse. The Osborne Judgment was the subject of a very interesting debate at the weekly meeting of the Tonypandy branch of the League of Young Liberals on Wednesday evening of last week. The principals were Messrs. D. Hopkins and D. Davies. A warm discussion followed.

Ferndale. With deep regret we chronicle the death of James Phillips, 12, Elm Street, Ferndale, who, passed away early on Monday morning, at the age of 62. Deceased was very well known in the district, as he had been a bailiff at the Rhondda Farm (the property of Messrs. D. D'avis and Sons, Ltd.) for a good number of years, and gained a large circle of friends. When he retired from the farm he took up a post as ostler under the same company. Mr. Phillips was a very faithful member of Penuel (C.M.), and took great interest in the weekly meetings. The remains were laid to rest at the Ferndale Cemetery on Thursday afternoon. The pulpit of Tabernacle Chapel, Fern- dale, was occupied by the Rev. D. Stanley Jonas, Carnarvon, on Sunday last, who delivered excellent and power- ful sermons to large congregations. The meetings were conducted by the Rev. T. Bryn Thomas (pastor). Collections were made towards the chapel funds. On Monday evening, the Rev. D. Stanley Jones delivered an interesting lecture on Kilsby to a very appreciative audi- ence. The chair was occupied by Mr. Gwilym James, A.C., M.E., Ferndale.

Ystrd-Rhondda. The inaugural meeting of Bethel (C.M.) Young People's Society was held on Friday evening last, under the presidency of the pastor, the Rev. T. Lloyd, when an interesting lecture was given by Mr. T. Millward (solicitor, Pentre) on Dr. Wm. Rees (Gwilym Hiraethog)." Miss Ann J. Jones sang a solo, which was much appreciated. The meeting was well attended. Mr. David Davies and Mr. Stephen Davies are secretaries. A successful class of young ladies is being conducted on Saturday evenings at the Gelli Mission Hall by Miss Maggie Price (Taff Street), assistant mistress at Bodringallt Girls' School. Biblical and other instruction are given, and great interest is evinced in the proceedings. Miss Amy Richards and Miss George are also prominent figures in fostering the religious cause in the district.

Billiards. A billiard match between teams repre- senting Porth Y.M.C.A. and Ynyshir Workmen's Institute took place at Ynys- hir Hall on Wednesday, 26th ult. The following were the respective scores: — Ynyshir.—T. Hawkins, 150; D. Phil- lips, 150: T. Williams, 143; M. Ben- jamin, 160; T. Evans, 150; J. Drew, 150; W. Morris, 133; C. Dickson, 150; total, 1,176. Porth.-Di. Williams, 145; D. Thomas, 108; A. J. Williams, 150; A. Taylor, 144; —T. Williams, 62: T. Price, 87 T. Williams, 150: W. Adams, 91; total, 937.

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Welsh Consumption Crusade. Ferndale Footballers' Contribution. We have received fro. M. J. Williams, Ferndale, the iuw of I .26. towards the Welsh National Memorial Fund, being the proceeds of a match played between the fIaeey Boys and Budget Boys of Fern date. Thig sum ha.s been forwarded to M*. Dot. Davies, M.P., Llandinam, the ire&tMms #$fhe f uiid.

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Pontypridd Labour Exchange. For further particulars of the following vacancies apply at the Labour Exchange, Pontypridd: Manager for branch shop (for family trade) in provision line. Able to speak Welsh. Must have first-class references. Salary, E2 per week and commission. Permanency. Merthyr. Pneumatic tool man for engineers and ship repairs shop. Must be smart and useful in the tool room and with tools. Wages, C,2 per week. Regular. Birken- head. Mechanic, thoroughly well up in the manufacture of beer engines. Must be qualified in every oart of the beer machine, lathe and bench work, and able to make up from rough casting to com- plete engine ready for use, but not the woodwork. Ninepence an hour. Per- manent. Cardiff. Four chemical plumbers for Uanelly. lOtd. per hour. Fitter and turner for motor-car work, with large and varied experience in the motor trade. Must be able to undertake any repairs t6 any part of any make of car. Society rate. Southampton. Female assistant for tobacconist and stationer's shop. Must have had pre- vious experiencet. Aged about 18. Good references and photo with application. Roman Catholic preferred. Barry. Bottling foreman. Experienced in the bottling of ales and the chilling of beers. 25s. to 30s. to commence, with good pros- pect of early advances to L2 for good man. Permanency. For an old-estab- lished brewery near Pontypridd. Organising secretary for Wales (female). Welsh speaking. Salary. 1;70 to £ 100, according to qualifications. Assistant chemist, age not over 21; one who has just finished his apprentice- ship and is unqualified. For Worcester. Single, middle-aged man as estate store- j keeper. Would suit man with small means or pension. Good references as to personal character essential.

Porth. Patronal services were held at St. Luke's .Schoolroom on Sunday last, when the Rev. W. C. Bowen, Penrhiwceiber, addressed large and appreciative congre- gations. In the afternoon, a church parade was held, comprising contingents of the Buffs,'J Lady Lewis and C'ymmer Ambulance Divisions, headed by the Lewis Merthyr Silver Band. Having paraded the principal streets, they returned to St. Luke's, where the Rev. W. C. Bowen preached on the text, The man I know." A surpliced choir took part in the services. Special services were held at Salem (W.B.) Chapel on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, the officiating ministers being the Revs. Peter Jones, Colwyn Bay; and Dan Davies, Abergwaun. The latter, who was for many years pastor at Salem, is exceedingly popular and is always a great magnet at Porth. The Rev. J. M. Phillips, Llantrisant, conducted the services at the John Pugh Memorial Hall on Sunday last. He also addressed the P.S.A. meeting in the afternoon. Miss James and others con- tributed to the musical part of the meeting. Mr. J. W. Phillips, Porth, addressed a meeting at the Lesser Town Hall on The New Heavens and the New Earth." There was a moderate attendance. At St. Paul's Church, the Rev. Gordon Smith, M.A., a blind clergyman, preached at the evening service to a large and appreciative assembly. The Saturday concerts at the Y.M.C.A. are gaining in popularity. On Saturday last, a very fine programme was sub- mitted by local soloists. Conspicuous among these were Mr. Wm. Davies and Miss Hopkins, who sang Donnizetti's Lucia De Lammermoi and Schubert's very exacting solo, "The Almighty," re- spectively. A very interesting paper was read by Mr. D Vernon Davies on "Appre- ciation of Music." The Rev. W. J. Rees addressed the P.S.A. Brotherhood on Sunday on Amos," and was much appre- ciated.

relations of England and the other parts 1 of the United Kingdom. There is hope, then, of a .solution to the question of Devolution or Home Rule All Round." -+--+- We are not at all certain that the guesses about the Conference are correct, or that the deliberations will result in any definite agreement. We are of opinion that a of the framework of our constitution will help forward the cause of Imperial unity. Ireland, Scotland, and Wales should govern themselves in purely domestic matters. Mr. Chamberlain once said that the concession of Home Rule to Ireland would do more to secure the strength, character and the iniluence of the nation, and go further to maintain its weight than the addition of any amount, however large, to naval or military expenditure. The Australian Colonies, as well as Canada, possess Home Rule, and they are all contented and loyal to the United Kingdom. Will not the same principle applied to Ireland produce the same con- tentment and loyalty? While the Irish nation holds such a dominant place in the government of the United States, there will always remain, while Ireland is in a state of discontent, an insuperable obstacle to our alliance with that great country. Our great Colonies have all some nrineiple of federation at work. There is in all a central Legislature for central purposes and local Legislature for local purposes. The Canadian Provinces enjoy Home Rule, and their adherence to the Dominion Government or Parlia- ment is rather strengthened than weakened thereby. The same principle is applicable to Ireland, Wales. and Scotland. The work of our Parliament is now congested, and very often trivial and local matters are discussed. At one moment we hear dis- cussion on the Imperial Navy, at the next on diseases of cattle in Pembrokeshire. Take the Feeding of Necessitous School Children's Act. Before the Act can be enforced a large amount of correspon- dence must take place with the Board of Education and why should this be ? Let Welsh members deal with purely Welsh questions, English with English, and so on. Devolution must come, and the sooner the better. We would, however, express our em- phatic opinion that the. Question of Devolution must not cause to be put aside the other equally important ques- tion of the Veto of the House of Lords. This veto is the prime consideration of the Conference. No compromise is pos- sible on the question of the liberty of the people. The veto must go. There is no other way out, and the question cannot be evaded by any policy of Devolution.