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LOCAL & DISTRICT INTELLIGENCE. FONTYPRIDD. POOLE'S DIORAMA.—We beg to draw the attention of our readers to the treat which is in store for them namely, Pcole'sMyrioram." As its popularity is so well-known, it is needless for us to pive any deacrip tion, bnt refer you to oar advertisement column on the last page. We wish to add that they never ap- peared here before as they had no accommodation. HIGHWAY BOAKD.—The monthly meeting of this Board was held on Wednesday, when there were prq-ent Mr J. L'swia (in the chair). Rev D. W. Williams, Messrs M. Cule, A. Cule and T. Morgan (Tontegr).—It was decided to erect a new brides at Abertridwr, on condition that Mr Thomas pay the cost of making the approaches, I &c. ORDER OF FORESTERS.—The annual dinner of the Court Chevy Chase was held on Thursday evening at Howard's Hall. Over sixty were present, the chair being taken by Mr G. Penn. Addresses were given by the chairman and Drs. Hunter. Leckie, and Dickson, and some excellent songs by members of the society. Letters of apology were read from Mr Lennox (who baa kindly placed his fields at the disposal of the committee for the next fete in be- half of the widows' and orphans' fund), Captain Williams, and Lieut. Male. THROUGH Hail, Snow, Rain, or Sunshine, First Class Portraits can always be had from Tnoa. FOBBEST, Cambrian Studio, Pontypridd. A HAFOD. Coxes RT.—On Thursday evening a complimen- tary concert was given to Mr Tom Jenkins (Llew Hafod). at the Welsh Methodist Chapel of the above place. Mr W. H. Morgan (Pontypridd) presided. In spite of un propitious weather, there was a large attendance. The artistes were:- Messrs Dan Beddoe, Llwynpia; J. John (Alawydd), Pontypridd; Mr Pearce (Telynor y Brynian), Treberbert, and his two children; Miss Lncy Clark, Cardiff; and Miss Polly Rowlands, Ponty- pridd. PORTH. •- DEATH OF MISS MARY JANE MORGAN.—1This highly respected young lady, who was in her 21st year, breathed her last on Tuesday at Station- street. Mips Morgan, who had been in delicate health for some time. was the daughter of Mr and Mrs Morgan, boot and shoe shop of this place. The deceased and her esteemed parents (with whom great sympathy is felt in their bereavement) have closely identified themselves with the good cause at the Welsh Methodist Chapel. On Mon- day the mortal remains of Miss Morgan were taken to their last place of rest, viz., the grave- yard adjoining the Methodist chapel atTonyrefail. Out of respect to the, memory of the departed a large number of relatives and friends attended the funeral. Miss Morgan was a niece of Mr T. Morgan, Y Frcn, Pontypridd. TONYREFAIL MEETING OF RATEPAYERS.—A meeting of the ratepayefll of this place was held on the 12th inst., bo discuss the action of the Guardians of the Pontypridd' Union in granting an annuity of A20 per annum to the retiring master of the Ponty pridd Workhouse. Mr J. P. Williams was voted to the chair. Very strong remarks were made by the following gentlemen :-Messrs Wm. Davies, Tylcha; Thomas Evans, Garthgraban Thomas Jones, Tonyrefail; and John Thomas, Collenna. Ultimately, the following resolution was proposed by Mr David Jenkins, Rhiwfelin, and seoonded by Mr David Thomas, Callenna: That this meeting strongly disapproves of the action of the Guardians of the Pontypridd Union in granting an annuity of J620 per annum to Mr John, the late master of the Workhouse; that it is in the opinion of this meet- ing a. bad precedent, and that it ought to be re- scinded if possible." The resolution was carried unanimously. Mr Thomas Evans, Garthgraban, proposed, and Mr Thomas Lewis, Post Office, seconded, the following resolution, and it was car- ried-" That this meeting heartily approves of the manliness and the sense of justice displayed by Mr Thomas Morgan and the Guardians who supported him in opposing the motion." The Chairman re- marked that the action of the majority ef the Guardians was binding on the Union, and that the penliob muft be paid to Mr John as long as he lived, but he hoped that when election time came they would remember this act, and try to oust the members who were guilty of it.-A vote of thanks to the Chairman brought the meeting to a close. DINAS. iNQUMT.—On Monday, Mr H. LI Grover, deputy cororer for the district, held an inquest at the Red Lion Inn, upon the body of John Idley, aged 17, haulier, who was killed by a fall, of rubbish at Dinss Pit on the previous Friday. Ihe evidence showed that deceased was driving, when the horse went at a rapid pace and the trams got off the rails, striking against the side and knocking down some timbers, which brought down the rubbish and killed him on the spot. Fron the position in which deceased was found it could be seen that he had, on seeing the trams got of the rails, pumped off "the Journey," before being crushed.—A verdict of Accidental Death" was returned. LLwYNPlA. BAD ACCIDENT.—Mr John Goodridge, De wiaton- field, and a foreman at Llwvnpia Colliery, met with a sad accident on the 3rd inst. It apnears that Mr GoodridlrA, while attending to his duties, had his left arm just above the elbow jammed be- tween two waergons, thereby smashing it very badly. On Wednesday the injured limb wRo am- putated. This step was considered inevitable. The opetation was 'Ifoily conducted by Drs. H. W. Davies, Cymmer: Evan Davies, PenygJaig; W. W. David Rnd Morgan, Tonypandy. Mr Good- ridgn is much respected, and universal sympathy is felt for him and his family. GBLLI. SAB ACCIDENT.—On Friday morning, a bft" named Tommy Lloyd, the son of Dd. Lloyd, Golli. road, met with a painful accident at the Gelli Cf I liery. It appears that the lad was engaged at his work when, unexpectedly, a portion of the roof. j Ac gave way, and before be could save himself from being hart the debris fell upon him, causing the fracture of one of his legs, and also severe braises upon his hack and other parts of the body. The unfortunate bov was oarried home as quickly as poafi If. ani his injuries were attended to by Dr. Idris Davies. Lloyd, it is sad to mention, is one of a larp-e family, and what mp.kes the matter I still mrre prewiirg ia that his father has newly emigrated to America. f PENTRE. THE. T.ATE SERGEANT "MENHKNNICK. — THE funeral of the late Sergt. Menhennick, of Pehtre, took place on Thursday, and was attended by a lartre concourse of people, including nearly 100 officers and men belonging to the police force. The remains were interred at Treorky Cemetery, The Rev. W. Lewis, Vicar of Ystradyfodwg offi- ciated. CHAMBER OF TRADE.—The monthly meeting of this council was hold on Thursday, at Pe"tre, nadet the prpaidenoy of Mr Lorrie. Mr Gwilvm Lloyd, secretary, pro. tern., read a letter from Mr Frank James, stating that the directors of the Tetrad Gai Company oould not possibly make a further redaction in the price of gas. Mr W. R. Jones gave notice that he would propose at the next meeting that an application be made to the Postmaster-General for a new post office at Pentre, as the present one was most unsatisfactory. YSTRAD. LocAL BOARD.—The fortnightly meeting of this Boardwwas held on Friday under the presi- dence of Mr J. Davies, Brynfedwem The medical officer's report showed that 261 deaths had occurred in January, and be attributed the high mortality to the said explosion at Mardy, the death-rate being 29-96. It was resolved that 100 additional street lamps be erected in the district. HAT,F-YEARLYMBETING.-On Saturday evening, Sunday, and Monday evening the memlhpro worshipping at the Bodringall Independent Chapel held their half-yearly meetings. The ministers who officiated on the occasion were Revs. J. Grawys Jones, Aberdare; H. P. Jenkins, Will>amstown> and — ProV>ert, Pentre. The dis- courses were listened to with keen attention by large congregation^ At each meeting a collection was made in aid of the building fund. The mem- hers have just issued their annual report. Through their creditable efforts zCI50 has been made up towards diminishing the debt on their chapel. This is very encouraging when we consider that the church is composed chiefly of the working class. MOUNTAIN ASH. DUFFKTN SCHOOLS.—The Joint Managing Com- mittee of these schools met on Wednesday. Mr R. H. Rhys presiding. The resignation of Mr J. Howells, assistant-master, was received and ac- cepted. It was resolved to advertise for a oertifi. cated assistant-mistress in the Girl's School at a salary of 260 per annum. Mr J. W. Jones snesres- ted that all the boys who had failed to pass the 5th standard in the last examination should be sent to Aberdare to be examined in the special examination to be held there in the spring; and that Mr Dowling, the head-master, be instructed to piy, between this and then, special attention to the weak points shown by the boys in the last examina- tion. The Chairman concurred, and instructed the superintendent to arrange a speoial examination with the inspector. CABRPHILLY. FATAL AcclDENT.-On Friday, a oollier named Simon King, residing at Bedwas, was killed at the Rhos Llantwit Colliery, Caerphilly, by the fall of a heavy stone. CONCERT.—A grand concert was given at the Bedwas Baptist Chapel on Wednesday, in aid of the Bedwas brass band, when the following well- known artistes took part:—Soprano, Miss 8. N. Davies (Llinos Cenydd), Caerphilly; contralto, Miss S. Waughington, Caerphilly tenor, Mr. D. Beddoe, Llwynpia; bass, Mr. Gwilym Thomas, Ynyshir, assisted by the Caerphilly glee party, conducted by Mr. Coleman; aeoompanist, Miss Lizzie Evans, Caerphilly. The singing of Llinos Cenydd in Polly and I" won a most deserving enoore. Mr. Gwilym Thomas received the same compliment for "Lads of the Village." Mr. Beddoe and Miss Waughington were also eneored for. Once Again," and Love was once respectively: The concert which was a great success in every sense was brought to a close by singing the National Anthem. LLANFABON. SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION. — The triencial election of two members for the school Board is just now causing a great stir in the parish. Five candidates have been nominated—Messrs F. W. Balfe (C), Llancaiach House; R. Mathias (C), Cynon; Mr W. Beddoe (I), Penbryn; Mr Thos. Thomas, (B), grocer, Aberdare Junction; and the Rev George B. Williams (I). Mr Mathias was a member of the former Board. SBaBanaaBs^HvepaasB
CORRESPONDENCE
CORRESPONDENCE [We do not hold ourselves responsible for the opinions of our correspondents.] LLANWONNO SCHOOL BOARD AND THE ABERLLECHA ELECTORS. To the Editor of the Chronicle. Mr Editor,-Your paper being the organ of the Valley, may I crave permission for a small space to remove the mischievous rumours as to the conduct of the Board in respect to the provision of school accommodation for Aberllecha, Rhoudda Fach. It appears that the Board Me accused of gross neglect, so I am desirous of laying the following facts before you. In November, 1883, Mr Idris Williams, Vice- I chairman, raised the question of selecting a school site, and the Clerk was directed to communicate with Mr Hollier respecting it, and «lso with Mr Whit ting; landowner in that neighbourhood. The latter gentle- man had sold his piece to the Taff Vale Railway Company, so that the Board were confined to Messrs Crawshay Bailey's land. The Committee visited and selected a school site in the early part of the year 1884, but the lease of the land contained such objec- tionable clauses that the Board could not in the interest of the Ratepayers adopt it, so they were com- pelled to resort to compulsory powers. I rant you to note that the land whereon the houses are now erec- ted had not been taken then by the Company, so that the Board took very early steps to look for the foture reqairements. That explains the first step. Section 20 of the Elementary Education Act reads, That no Board ean apply for compulsory powers until they have advertised in the public Press for at least two months, and these advertisements shall only appear during the months of October and November;" so that once the Board could not agree to lease, they could not proceed to buy until those months came round. The owners having stated that they would not sell until they were compelled to do so, the Board were powerless to commence. That explains from 1883 to 1884. In January, 1885, the Board laid before Parliament the petition for compulsory powers and no end of correspondence passed to expedite matters but the confirmation order, giving power to purchase by etas- pulsion^ did not arrive until November last. Tae Board immediately put those powers into force. The electors themselves must have seen the Committee of the Board visiting that neighbourhood several times to try and arrange matters. Since November the site has been purchased, and plans have now been ordered to accommodate 260 children. Tenders will be asked for at the next Board to carry out the works. Having fully shown the the position of the Board, I here state that the question o* trying to settle the matter with the owners has been tried no less than seven times and the Board have visitea the site and considered the question thirteen times, and to show how the land owners have driven the Board and imposed npon the Ratepayers, I will add that the sum of f400 and costs must be paid for this half acre of land. If this was not agreed to the owners demanded an arbitra- tor to decide rather than delay the matter. This large sum has been paid for the surface only of this mountainous land. With such obstacles in the way, how couid the Board do more than they have done ? Time and money has been spent by each member to try and get school accommodation for the people, and yet some mischievous people who have no interest at stake in the Parish try to arouse the indignation of I the electors by slanderous reports and by promises of I What they would do if they were on the Board. Yours obediently, THOMAS EDWARDS, Chairman* I
.A FOX IN A PUBLIC HOUSE CHIMNEY…
A FOX IN A PUBLIC HOUSE CHIMNEY IN THE HHONDDA. An amusing story is rife of the strange move- ments of a fox that was kept in a public. house not 100 miles from Heolfach. It is said that Reynard was located in a room by itself, ard was not to be released till hunted. By some means, however, it suddenly disappeared. How and where he had gone was more tr an auy one could find. This naturally cauced no little amazement to the occu- pants of the inn in particular. Ultimately, how- ever, it was found that it had wbnded its way np the chimney. Before he could be reached the as- sistance of the sweep was inevitable. On the sweep being summoned to the post he commenced his task with ski t, and succeeded in moving Rey- nard from its place. Instead of descending the fox ascended to the top of the chimney, and was at last captured. The day of the hnatthe same little creatnre escaped from being killed after a most trying ohase.
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