The Merthyr Express

ABERDARE VALLEY NOTES. I (BY MYFYB DAIL) As was predicted in our last week's issue, there will not be much fighting for the County Council this year In the Llwydcoed Ward, as anticipated, the retiring alderman, Mr Rees Llewellyn, will have a walk over, and it is anticipated that he will be again re-elected an alderman. In that case, it is very likely that the retiring councillor, Mr. Morgan John Harries, Greenhill, will be returned unopposed again for this ward. In the Gadlys Ward Mr T. Walter Williams, who was selected by the Liberal Ward meeting held a week ago, will have to fight for the seat. Both Mr. W. Thomas, the High Constable of Miskin Higher, and Mr. W. T. Hames, of Gadlys Uchaf House, were nominated, but the former withdrew, and the contest will lie between Mr. Williams and Mr. Harries, the general opinion being that Mr. Williams will have an easy win, In the Town Ward, Mr. David Hughes, of Clifton-street, tha retiring coun- cillor, will not be opposed in view of the admirable work he has done, especially on the Education Committee. His unopposed return is well deserved. There is a strong prospect of the Town Ward this year secur- ing one of the aldermanic seats vacant through the withdrawal of Merthyr from the County, and in that case I hear that Mr. W. Thomas, the High, Constable, will probably be the Liberal nominee for the vacant coun- ctilorshn). Jn the Blaengwawr Ward Mr. John Howell has again to fight for the 6eat, Mr. G. A. Treharne, Belmont-terrace, architect, who has on a previous occasion contested the fzizai, again coming out. The general opinion, however, is that the good services rendered by Mr. Howell in the past will secure for him the necessary majority to enable him to again occupy a seat on the County Council. In the Aberaman Ward Mr. T. L. Davies, The Cottage, Cwmaman, the retiring councillor, is returned unopposed. It was thought that a Labour representative might run here, but the Labour party evidently thought better of it, and Mr. Davies has boon saved the ex- pense and trouble of a contest. The scheme for making a road from Aber- aiiian to Cwmbach is once more revived, and, aKhough the resolution to construct it was only carried at the Council meeting by tne casting vote of the Chairman, I understand that the representatives of the Lower Wards as well as the Labour members on the Dis- trict Council, are- determined to press the matter forward, so that the plans and specifi- cations, etc., will be ready in time to enable Parliamentary powers to be sought for in the forthcoming session of Parliament. The road, in9 undoubtedly, is badly needed, but the cost will be very heavy seeing that the land must be compulsorily obtained, and powers obtained to construct bridges over the Taff and Great Western Railways, as well as over the Cynon River. No doubt once the road is constructed the district of Cwmbach will be very rapidly developed. The League of Young Liberals is taking firm root in the valley, and will whenever another election comes be a mighty power in the valley. At the last election at Mountain Ash especially the League rendered valuable servioe, and also in a somewhat slighter de- gree at Penrhiwoeiber. Since the election, branches have been formed at Aberdare and Cwtmiman, which are already over 150 strong and rapidly growing. A defendant at the Aberdare Police Court, this week, had reason to be glad that the Stipendiary was not occupying a seat on the 'bench. He admitted to haviog taken matches, pipe, and some tobacco into the Abercwmboi Colliery. In no case does the Stipendiary allow auch an act to pass without imposing the maxi- mum penalty of J62 and costs. The local mag- istrates, however, let him off on payment of a fine of El and costs, for which, no doubt, be was very thankful. The relationship between the Labour and Liberal Parties in the Gadlys are much improv- ed. It will be recalled that at the meeting re- ported in our last issue, it was practically agreed to support the three old members, Mr. John Prowle, Rev. J. D. Rees and Mrs. D. M Rich- ards on the Board of Guardians, several of the most ardent Liberals present speaking in the highest terms of admiration of the ser- vices of Mr. Prowle on the Guardians. The resolution was not carried on that occasion, because the Rev. J D. Rees does not this year feel himself in a position to seek re-elec- tion. This week, at au adjourned meeting, if was resolved to nominate Mr. E. Ogwen Wil- liams, of the County School, instead of the Rev. J. D. Rees, the status quo in this way to be maintained. Mr. Prowle apparently is becom- in- more favourable to Liberalism, for, in spite of his being a member of the I.L.P., he was on Tuesday last supporting the candidature of Mr. T. Lewis, Trecynon, a Liberal, as can- didate for the Breconshire County Council elec- tion. It were well if the two sides of the Pro- gressive Party were to adopt more of this give-and-take policy instead of attacking one another.

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While play-ng on ",atti-day on the: banks of the River Taft at Cardiff, a seven-ysar-v,'d boy named Alfred Jones, of Park-street, fell in and was drown. i (

ABERDARE. GOOD A specific for loss of hair! "COLB'S Genuine Hair Grower creates new growth in a short linu., removes 11.11 dandruff and scurf, and is a certain preventive against loss of hair. It has proved an in- valuable remedy tOT ladies. Price, 211. a box, y poet, 2e. Id.—D. Cam, 10, Brynteg-terrace, Fochriw. F 12 IF YOU HAVE DEFECTIVE EYESIGHT, consult the most experienced Eyesight Testing Expert in Mer- thyr. Mr. HNRY M. LLOYD, Ophthalmic Optician and Chemist. Merttiyr (opposite Market doors). HOUSE OF LAYMEN.—Mr. W. F. Parry de Winton, Plasdraw, Aberdare, has been elected a member of the House of Laymen for the Llandaff Diocese, and secured the top place on the list. SUDDEN DEATH.—Joseph Thomas, four years of age, eon of John Thomas, 10, Upper Re- gent-street, Aberdare, died at 9.30 on Tuesday night as the result of burns. The child's flan- nelette shirt caught fire, and the little fellow was loadly burnt., BILLIARDS.—The first round for the challenge shield, offered by Mr. D. A. Thomas, M.P., which is open to all amateur billiard players in the Merthyr Borough, was played off at the Aberdare Liberal Club on Tuesday evening. Mr. E. J. Lewis beat Mr. A. J. Watkins by 200 to 159. Mr. T. Herickej defeated Mr. Joe Daniel by 200 to 167 SILOR M.I.S.—On Wednesday evening, a de- bate took place on the subject, "Should Welsh be Taught in the Day School?" Messrs. J. A. Roberts and T. Morgan Jones (Commerce House) were for the affirmative; Messrs. Evan Williams, Higher Grade School, and W. J. Evans, for the negative. Messrs. Dd. Phillips, J. Owen, and Roderick Davies also took part. The pastor (Rev D, S. Evans) presided. SOCIALISM.—At the Theatre, on Sunday even- ing. Mr. Bruce Glazier delivered a lecture on "Some Misconceptions of Socialism." Coun. E. Stonelake presided. Mr. Glazier referred to the accusation that Socialism was opposed to Christianity. Some people, he said, used this charge against Mr. Keir liardie at the recent election. Mr. Keir Hardie stood above any other British politician as a man who had done much towards the moral uplifting of the down- trodden people. BILLIARDS.—The Aberdare Liberal Club play- fed a match with the members of the Aberaman Institute, resulting in a win for Aberdare by 1,322 points to 1,171. Scores:—Aberdare: B. Lewis, 200; B. Arthur, 200; J. Daniel, 200; J. 0. Jones, 182; A. R. Stephens, 179; J. J. Jones, 162; J. Williams, 2CO, total, 1,323.- I Aberaman: T. Bowen, 135; J. Llewellyn, li3; P. Morgan, 158; Henry Thomas, 200; J. Wil- liams, 200; T. Price, 200; W. Whale, 155; total, 1,171. PETER WILLIAMS'S DESCENDANTS.—Some time last summer a memorial table to the memory of the Rev. Peter Williams, the Welsh com- mentator, was placed in the walls of Eglwys- cummin, in Carmarthenshire, recording tho fact that tie Rev. Peter Williams served his first curacy at that church in 1774. The tablet was put up by Mr. G. T. Treherne, M.A., a mem- I ber of the Carmarthenshire Antiquarian Society. A number of the descendants in the direct line I of the commentator have now presented Mr. Treherne with an address, expressing their thanks to him. Among the names on the ad- dress is that ef the Rev. C. A. H. Green, Vicar of Aberdare. Mr. Green's mother was the grand-daughter of the Rev. Ebenezer Morrit. Vicar of Llanelly, whose wife was the grand- daughter of Peter Williams. PRESENTATION.—On Wednesday evening, at Tabernacle Schoolroom, a presentation from the children of the Band of Hope wasvmade to one of their teachers, Mrs. W. D. Morris. Mrs. J. Morgan Jones, the superintendent of the institution, in calling upon one of the jirtlior members to make the presentation, spoke of the extreme usefulness of Mrs. Morris. She said she was always very popular with the little ones, and sli ,1 done good work in Tabernacle. Mrs. • hoped that she would still remain faithful the younger element— to the Sunday Schoo. and the Band of Hope. Th presentation consisted of a pair of cut-glass silver-mounted trinket boxes on receiving which Mrs. Morris briefly thanked the children. They were then given an orange each by Mrs. Jones. There were present: Miss B. Williams, Ma* s. Miss May Hopkins, Miss Bessie M -Is (teachers), and Mrs. John Griffiths (the /intendent of the Girls' Guild in con- nection with the above church). DINNER.—A dinner in connection with the Central Cork Club was held on Tuesday even- ing at the Central Hotel. Abernant. 70 partak- ing of a good spread prepared by the Host and Hostess, Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Davies. The tables having been cleared, an entertainment was held, over which Mr. J. Jackson presided. The toast, "The King and iloyal Family," was proposed by the chairman. Mr. Dan Driscoll submitted the toast of the "Army and Navy," to which Mr. H. Phelas responded. "Dewi Sant" was proposed by Mr. H. Evans, and Mr. J. Driscoll responded, followed by Penillion singing by Mr. D. Davies. "The Central Cork dub" was proposed by Mr. Dan Driscoll. Mr. E. R. Rees responding. The Chairman pro- posed the toast of The Town and Trade," and Mr. J. McCormack responded. Mr. Jack- son proposed the toast of the "Host and Hos- tess." Songs were given by Messrs. J. Han- cock, Evan Rees, George Key, W. Wa.rlow, H. Knight, H. Evans, E. R. Davies, W. H. Da- vies, D. Edwards, and D. R. Davies. ABERAMAN Boy's SUCCESS.—The "Manito (U.S.A.) Express" publishes the following:— "The Rev. George Davies, of Preoria, has accepted the appointment as pastor of the Me- thodist Church in Manito, and will preaph his first sermon here next Sunday night at 7.30 o'clock. Mr. Davies will speak at the Wiley appointment Sunday morning, and the services will be as announced last Sunday from tb ■ Methodist Church pulpit. Rev. Davies is at present pastor of the Union Congregational Church, Preoria. He is a Methodist, and was desirous of entering the Central Illinois Confer- ence, but no appointment being open to him he took charge of the Union Congregational Church in Preoria, which he relinquishes to accept the Manito pastorate. Rev. Davies is a young man with a good record for accom- plishing things. He is a good organiser, and the members of the official board here feci they have been exceptionally fortunate to be able to secure the services of so talented a man." Mr. Davies lived for some years with his father, Mr. David Davies, in George-street, Aberaman. While in this country he was an acceptable local preacher with the English Wesleyans. Mr. Davies's hew post carries a salary of JS180 a year with' house. SOCIAL.—On Tuesday evening the girls of the Ynyslwyd Evening Continuation Classes, num- beringabout forty, held their social. The room had been prettily decorated by some of the Infant*' School teachers. The girls spent the greater part of the evening at games and music, Miss Richards, Miss M. A. Richards, Miss M. Thomas, and Miss. Jenkins contribut- ing selections of music. A splendid spread was arranged by Miss B. M. Richards, the bead teacher of the Evening Classes, and the giris thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The tea tables were presided over by Miss A. M. Williams, Aberaman; Miss N. Owen, Little Wind-street; Miss M. A. Richards, Trevor-street; and Miss Mary Thomas, Stuart-street. Towards the close of the evening, patriotic songs in honour of' St. David and Wales were sung. Prizes in the form of books were' awarded to the follow- ing Miss Jane Evans, Oak-street, for perfect attendance and perseverince; Miss Maggie Wil- liams, Cardiff-road, for excellent work during the session and at the examination; Miss Sarah Williams, Sunny Bank" for the bst examina- tion papers, attaining 99 per cent. of. total marks,; and .Miss Maude Bowen, for making marked progress and good conduct. MENDELSSOHN EVENING.—At the meeting of the Young People's Societv at Tabernacle Eng- lish Congregational Church on Thursday even- ing, the usual procedure was departed from, and an exceptionally educative evening was spent with Mend?ls«ohn, the great musician. Miss Alice S. Wi.iiams, L.R.A.M., gave a charming sketch of the life of Mendelssohn as an opening to the evening's programme, Mr. Pugh occupying the chair. Miss Williams dealt briefly with his childhood, showing that even at the age of seven and eight., when other boys were, thinking most of games and frolic, he was really skilled in music. He also spent much time playing under the old trees near his home, but at a very youthful age, he showed great signs of becoming a master in the art of music. Goethe, after having heard both Mozart and Mendelssohn, said he thought the latter Superior in many respects. At the age of 15 he composed concertos, etc., for public use. A composition of his, known as "The Nephews," was- composed in 1823. Already nature had a great fascination for him and inspired him to compose many brilliant pastoral works, xiis songs without words" including "The Hunt" and many other;, were largely known and ad- mired for their lightness and daintiness of character. In 1825; although only 16 years old, be was considered one of the "$ta.r8" of German high art. The overture to "Midsummer Night's Dream," written by him, was consider- ed one of his finest compositions. Upon him was conferred the degree of Doctor of Philo- sophy by the University of Leipsig. Bach had ben a great composer of passion music, and while only 20 years of age, Mendelssohn started a .revival of this school of music. He had a wonderfully retentive memory, and could re. membsr and re-write whole compositions of his. About this time he set out on a Contin- ental tour. His Italian and Scotch symphonies were written in Italy" He played in concerts in London, and charmed vast audiences to a "degree unknown before; while in the district of the. Lower Rhine, when a great musical fes- tival was held, he had charge, and made Dussel- dorf his headquarters. In' 1837, his marriage took place at Frankfort. Paul," on of his masterpiece, was again and again during his lifetime.—Thete was now a change in the programme, 'Mr. Willie Harris singing the recitative, 'Arise,, lija.I,1," preo?ding "0 Roest:in the Lord," which was rendered by Miss May Hopkins. Both of the singers were, in fine form. Mis?.-Williams acted as accompanist. Continuing, the 'essayist said Mendelssohn con- ducted "Elijah" himself in London between 1838 and 1846, when the Prince Cohort, so proud of him; called Mendelssohri a second Elijah. Mendolsschn was also, a; great painter, and, when he djed quite a yóung, man at the £ ^ge<i of 33, all Europe mourned. Scholarships were inaugurated in nis honour, and everywhere there was sorrow and grief. His earthly career beg&n eirly.'but^it eikled career was. closing when. Wa;:ner —- another of ths world's fiTOt-t ;Cosv:fr:v-r7--as only fc get prcri-ri-1r -'a v! 'cry o' rh> vovlr 1. —Mr. W'ilh-e ii'i'ini -v *1: ret:- dering of Enough" (jftoi "Slfjab"), a-d was greatly applauded. This was followed by a trio, "Lift Thine Eyes," sung by Misses A. G. Williams, May Hopkins, and Sarah Davies. These splendid renderings, together with the pianoforte selections played by Miss Williams during the evening, illustrative of Mendelssohn's styles of composition, were greatly appreciated.

Golden Wedding. II' 1R. AND MRS. PERKINS, FORMERLY OF ABERDARE. The old inhabitants of Aberdare will be in- terested to learn that Mr. and Mrs. Thomas celebrated their golden wedding at their resi- dence, Gwalia, Cullompton, Devon, on Friday of last week. They were married at the Beth- ania C.M. Church, Aberdare, on February 20th. 1860, the ceremony being performed by the Rev. Dr. Saunders. Mrs. Perkins is the second daughter of the late Mr. John Evans, manager of the Penvdarren Iron Works, and sister of the late Mr. Silas Evans, the leader of the Swansea Choral Society, and other choirs in South Wales. Her only sister is Mrs. Jef- freys, wife of "Twynog," Rhymney. Mre. Per- kins takes a deep interest in temperance work, and was a very effective platform speaker in her younger days. Her husband, who is a Devonian, settled in Wales on the completion of his apprenticeship. and commenced business at Aberdare. Identi- fying himself with temperance and musical work, he was appointed choirmaster at the Wes- leyan Church. He conversed fluently in the Welsh language, and takes great interest in its literature. Mr and Mrs. Perkins are now living in re- tirement in Devonshire, and both are in excel- lent health. Mr. Perkins's brother and sister- in-law (Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Perkins) have also celebrated the jubilee of their wedding.

Powell Duffryn Steam Coal Co., Limited. The directors of this company, in submitting the balance sheet for the year ending 31st De- cember last, state that after writing off for de- preciation £60.688 10s. 3d. there remains a bal- ance of profit for the year of £198,92 14s. lid Out of this there was paid in September last interim dividends on the Ordinary Shares at the rate of 10 per cent. per annum (free of income tax) and at the rate of 6 per cent. per annum on the Preference Shares for the first six months, of the year, amounting to £45,923 17s., leaving the sum of £152,363 17s. lid. to this must be added £111,931 13s. 9d. brought forward from 1908, making a total of £264,300 lis. 8d. to be dealt with. The directors recommend that j this sum should be dealt with as follow:—Divi- dend on the Preference Shares at the rate of £ 6 per cent, per annum for the half-year end- ing 31st December, 1909, £4.673 17s.; dividend on the Ordinary Shares at the rate of £10 per cent. per annum for the half-year ending 31st December, 1909 (free of income tax), £41,250; bonus on the Ordinary Shares at the rate of £5 per cent. for the year 1909 (freo of income tax), £41,250; added to reserve fund for in- fome tax. £7,375 16s. 7d.: added to the general reserve, £50,000; added to reserve for plant im- provements (making it £30,000), £6,347; added to reserve for pensions (making it £10,000), J6322 18s. 4d.; and that there be carried forward the balance of £113,080 3s. 7d. The total out- put of coal from the various collieries for the year 1909 amounted to 3,552,432 tons, in spite of the reduction brought about by the coming into operation of the Eight Hours Act in July last. Endeavours have been made and are still being made by negotiations with the men to diminish this reduction. The committee of directors were reappointed immediately after the last annual meeting, and have continued to carry on the active management of the company under the control of the Board. The committee now consists of the chairman (Mr. J Shaw), Mr. C. P. Ogilvie, Mr. A. M. Tapp, and Mr. W. Woolley. The collieries, and the plant connect- ed therewith, are well maintained, and in a high state of efficiency. The shafts a.t Penallta Col- liery have now been completed down to the steam coal seams, of which two have proved sat- isfactory, and drivings are being made in these seams, and coal has commenced to be raised. The workmen have given notice to determine the Conciliation Board Agreement of 1906, but negotiations for a., new agreement are in pro- gress which the directors hope will be success- ful. The directors have for some time past been considering the question of sinking a new colliery at Pengam in accordance with the ob- ligations contained in certain leases, and have now determined to proceed with the work. For this purpose it is proposed to increase the capital by the creation of 206,250 new Ordin- ary Shares of £1 each, and to appropriate the proceeds specifically to the new sinking A resolution to this effect will be proposed at the meeting. It is anticipated that the sinking will take about three years to complete, and that the money will be required in calls of 2s. 6d. oacb at intervals of four months. The directors who retire by rotation arc Mr. William Wool- ley and Mr. George Bevan Heyworth, who offer themselves for re-election. Messrs. De- loitte, Plender, Griffiths, and Company, the company's auditors, also retire, and offer them- selves for re-election. The accounts, like those of other colliery com- panies. show reduced profits. Compared with 1908. the profits are less by £147,338 0s. 8d., while the amount written off for depreciation is £60.688 lCs. 3d., as against £83,600 17s. 2d. in 1908. In 1907 the profits totalled £346,357 14.< 6d., those for last year being less than this amount by £87,376 Os. 4d. Last year's dividend is 15 per cent. as. against 20 per cent. in 1908.

ABERDARE POLICE COURT. WEDNESDAY.—Before Messrs. D. P. Davies and D. W. Jones. V A.RIOUS.—Air. W. T Morgan applied for an ejectment order again Mrs. Gay, 63, Brecon- road, Hirwain, on behalf of Mr. A. E. John.— Notices having been proved, the order was made.- John Davies, for leaving his cart un- attended, was fined 5s. and costs. John Christopher Bath, was summoned by his sister for using threats.—Defendant did not appear. —■Mr. W. Thomas represented the complainant. —Victoria Mary Bath gave evidence, and the case was adjourned for a fortnight. OBSTRUCTION. — Frank Hensley, John Ven- ables, Henry Sayce, William Mathews, and Dd. Rees were summoned for obstructing Lewis- street, Aberaman.—It was said they all stood on the pavement on Sunday, compelling pedes- trians to get off.—The father of the lad Ven- ables asked the constable if they were all to- gether, and was told they were. He said that was not so.—Mr. D. P Davies: Were you there?— Mr. Venables: No.—Mr. Davies: You cannot say, then.—Mr. Venables: You know me, Mr. Davies, for many years; my word is my bond. I am noted for that throughout all Aberdare (laughter).—Defendants were fined 2s. 6d. each. William James Thomas and John Storey were similarly fined for a like offence. AFFILIATION.—John Ames was summoned to show cause by Alice Joseph, Rose-road, Hir- wain.—Mr. W. R. Edwards appeared for the complainint.—The paternity was not denied, and an order for 3s. 6d. a week was made. David Owen was similarly summoned by Cath- erin Mary Davies.—The paternity was admit- ted in this ease, and defendant was ordered to pay 3.<. 6d. a wieek. THEFT OF IRON.—John Lucas was charged with stealing iron, the property of the Grsaig Company.—Thomas Mlies, watchman at the colliery, said he followed defendant and another man, who were carrying something from the colliery down the incline. He caught dsfend- ant, the other man got away. He and defend- ant had a serious struggle, and defendant said if witness did no let him go, he had something in his pocket which would make him let him go. Witness handed him to the police. He had a ba.g of iron weighing 1 cwt. on him; its value was 2s.-P.C. Bevan gave evidence of the arrest.—Defendant pleaded guilty, and Mr. Kimpton, the Church inissioner, suggested his being dealt with under the Borstal treatment and sent away for a period of years.—Defend- ant was let off on payment of 10s., or in de- fault seven days' imprisonment, WINDOW SMASHEP. — Thomas Evam was charged with damaging a olate-glass window, value £4 10s.—Mr. Davies .the landlord of the Bruce Arms, said that on Saturday, defendant, who was srlling son^s, created a disturbance, and was put out. He then smashed a plate- glass window with his boor, and was taken into custody. — P.C. Os'oo-ne George said he took prisoner into custody. — Defendant the Bench he was an old soldier, and an old eoldier wanted some protection, instead of which he was ihrowi) OIl his back into a puddle of wat?r. and might, have broken his neck.—He was sent to prison for two months. STEALING MONEY. — Edmund Morgan wa.s charged with stealing four shillings, the pro- pertv of John Habbock.—Prosecutor said he lived in Walsh-street, Tynbetown, and defend- ant lodged with him. On January 26th, witness went to work, having 4s. in his pocket. That evening he found it had all gone, as well as two pawntickets. Defendant had also gone. On being arrested by P.C. Williams, defendant ad- mitted having stolen the money, and handed the constable the pawn-tickets produced.—Hab- bock identified the pawn-tickets as those which were in his pocket.—Defendant was also charged with stealing 4s. 6d., the property of Hubert. Taylor.—Prosecutor, In this case, was a fellow-lodsrer of the defendant. He left 4s. 6d. in his pocket, which was missing when he came back.—He pleaded guilty, and wa. fined 2ps. for each offence, or in default, one month.—Not being able to pay, he was sent to prison. MATCHES. PIPE. AND TOBACCO UNDERGROUND. I Charles Osley was summoned for. having a pipe, tobacco, and some matches underground. —Mr. W Kenshole prosecuted.—Christopher Jones, a collier, sa:d he was employed at Aber- cwmboi Colliery While, waiting to go up, he sat on a feed sack, and removed defendant's coat. A b sx of matche^ijpl! cut of the coat, apd as he f jut them back Tie found another box, a pipe, an l tobacco in the pocket. When he told defendant of it, he said; "I ofcen forget th&m."—William .Peter Joces, the fir.?than, ds- posed to m adtai?«ioc ua:le b> vhe Duvio the IMyv ore*J: ed c&f.es or '■■■'■> rulet, sao ;VL>JRACED J.>r.<ei's WAS J 20a. and )

-w.. -=- 1 I '4k I JjJk Burning Sensation & Irritation were almost I "HfcfclM Unbearable. Cheap Ointmeqts Failed to Give 8 Belief.—Splendid NEATH Sur6.bv.Zam-Buk. :f." ,r:- ;l 9 A LL out-door workers are liable to be stricken, down I with piles in the same way that Mr. D. J. Robins ■ Jgy was, and his remarkable experience with Zam-Buk is B therefore valuable. Mr. Robins, who lives at 6, East* 3 Wk land Road, Neath, was formerly at sea, and was B jllljfe. shut up with his ship at Port Arthur at the /V beginning of the late Russo-Japanese War. A "I left the sea three years ago," Mr. I B Robins confided to a Mid-Glamorgan Herald H reporter, "and got work in Barry. As a result of I Jlr. D. J. Robins, of Neath. sitting on damp wood in Barry Dock, I got blind piles. | The pain was often so severe that I couldn't, sit down in H RHONDDA VALLEY CHILP any position, and when in bed I was continually turning 1 Cured of Severe Ringworm. over in a vain attempt to get ease. Seeing my distress 1 "Annie lost h.r school/- „id mateS did 3,1 the>' COuld t0 helP me> but *Pite °f g McKendiey, of 42, Penrhys-strect, Ystrad, to ths differentointments and cold creams, the pain got worse. I d«rSte,Eshc"prt it o*wUho»ht\S the tn/id" The irri,ation and burning sensation were almost unbear- B cleaned, A few days later i was alarmed to find able, and gradually wore me down. My health became 9 a big ringworm on her head, very red and sore • rr j m round the edge. Annie's hair got very dry and seriously affected 3S tO Upset me in my WOrk, I 522!" CiJnghthdc «• ."I to'd "7 »««<! a5out n»y troubI« so™e month, aeo, j 8 dered, did no good. The poor girl's head was find llC Strongly 2.QV1SCQ 1X16 tO try Zcini-oUkj whlCH flC B almost covered with the sores. I said had cured him of a similar complaint. This gave I | "Besides the poultices, I used ordinary ointments me ncw hope, and I got a box of this highly reCOm- 8 Fr?cndstl0tow me ^uiinzImXk^which ww^the mended balm. I soon found that Zam-Buk merited all H finest thin;; for ringworm. I got Zarn-Buk irmne- the praise it got. It soothed my pain right from the first, I « diateiy and dressed Annie's head with the balm. and gave me far more relief than mere ointments. 19 The child was soon soothed. — j ■ — i"i saw that Zam-Buk was doing real good by persevered^with Zam-Buk. which gradually rid me working through the crust of sores on Annie's head, of all pain and discomfort. It was a great relief to be I so i continued with the balm. Tne matter was again free from the piles and able to work and live in dried up and the nasty scabs gradually feii away comfort. Zam-Buk has completely cured me and I never until all trace of the disease was banished. J "tvtl "My next door neighbours on both sides, seeing feel anything of the distressing piles now, I always the remarkable cure Zam-Buk worked for Annie, carry a box of Zam-Buk in my pocket and find it splen- I tried the balm for their children's sores, and found did for £ 11 CUtS and bruises." H it really splendid." I Zam-Buk, which has achieved a wprld-wide reputation for its soothing, healing, and disease-dispelling powers, will I I — cure the most obstinate case of eczevia, ulcers, piles, ringworm, scalp sores, or poisoned wounds. Jt quickly soothes and I j LDLE.$heals chapped hands, chilblains, cold sores, cuts, bruises, burns, scalds, tLc. Zam-Buk is sold by chemists at Is. l^d., 2s, 9d., B, j 1 11 Li Lti 5 or js. 6d. a box. Direct at same prices from the Zam-Buk Co., Jf5, Coivcross Street, London, E.C. £

Aberdare League of Young Liberals WHAT LIBERALISM STANDS FOR. On Saturday evening last, the first meeting of the above League, of which Mr. Edgar Jones, M.P.. is the president, was held at the Liberal Club, Mr. H. H. Evans (one of the vice-presidents) occupying the chair. There was an excellent attendance,' and the meeting was of a enthusiastic nature. The minutes of a previous meeting were read by Mr. Aubrey Roberts, the, secretary of the branch, and the following1 .-rer.-j elected vice-presidents: Mr. D. A. Thomas, M.P., Coun. Morgan John í Harries, Greenhiil, Trecynon; Messrs. Frank Hodges, Ga-dlys Cottage; J. Hodges, Llwyd- coed; County Coun. David Hughes, Clifton- street; Mr. rL H. Evans, M.E., Cwmdare; Coun. Lewis N. Williams, Caecoed; Coun. T. Walter Williams, Glenview, Trecynon; W. Morgan, Aberrant; Mr. D. M. Richards, Wen- allt: Mr. D. Williams, Blaengwawr; Mr. D. R. Llewelyn. Fairfield; Coun. W. Thomas, 0 High Constable of Miskin Higher; Mr. W. C. Cox, M.A., headmaster of the County School; Mrs. Walter Lloyd, Victoria-square; Mrs. J. A. Williams, Bsimont-terraoe; Mrs. J. Grif- I fiths, Park School House. Mr. George Powell, the chairman of the exo- cutive, gave an admirable address—concise and to the point—on "The General Principle of Liberalism: What Liberalism really is." He said he would not define it in so many words- this would be an insult to Liberalism, but it Was a grand policy, and should be the religion of politics. lie said it originated in the seven- j teenth century. Puritanism was its fountain Spring. The principles then preached—modi- Tied and improved, certainly—were the un- d^rlying principles to-day, for the originators were people of spiritualistic tendencies. If he defined "Liberalism" he would say that it was simply and solely a clearing of the way in or- I der to let nature work out her own salvation. Here were many obstacles in the way of pro- gress, but it was the place of Liberalism to do all in its power that nature might have free play in carrying out its policy. The chief motto lor life and work in this political party was "Unselfishness," and Jjiberals were not worthy of the name unless that were the ruling theme. Conservatism meant the maintenance of things as they are-while Socialism was concerned with the present—much too nt, rrow; it concerned itself much with the self-interests of those who rr came within that particular period. On the other hand, Liberalism went ahead, while also being concerned with the best for the present, it was dominated by the welfare of the future. Here the infinite came into politics. Had the Socialists their way the Millenium would be at hand very shortly, and the word progress might I be erased from the dictionary. In doctrines preached, as was the case ir» Germany and France, the future's welfare was not counted so important as the present, and we found that countries which had been so tied to the present were the very ones which have come to ruin in days gone by—Greece, Rome. If Socialism became the ruling power even now, it would have to submit to natural law, which would be I another name for Liberalism. The old motto, "Peace, Retrenchment, and Reform," was not good enough-much too narrow. The coun- tries which shone in the world's history to-day were those which. while not-blinded to the present, worked far ahead. Results of true Liberalism would "be equality of opportunity— ample opportunity for fair competition for every one—and by true, clean competition red nt tapism would be non-existent. Competition would always be, but it should and must be fair and clean. There would not then be such competition as at present between the well- trained horse of the country squire and the old hack of the farmer. Socialism would make a man lose his own individuality; he would become more of a machine. Still, Socialism had done some good-it had awakened Liber- alism to do greater things. Mr. W. J. Evans referred to the work done by their forefathers in paving the way for them as Liberals. They owed them much. Many other members spoke, including the following: M rs. Walter Lloyd, late of the "Gwladgarwr," who remembered the days when people, even in Aberdare, were penalised for speaking out true Liberal principles. Mr. Young said he be- lieved that Liberalism was the best policy. It helped those who helped themselves. It did not need to depend upon others for its exist- ence. The Conservative policy often helped I those who were themselves strong—especially financially. Mr. Dan Howeils said the League was a happy nursery for speakers. He was also a true Liberal. He couldn't understand any workman being otherwise. Working men should certainly always remain Liberals. Mr. Samuel Davies said he believed Liberalism was the best safeguard against tyranny It gave a scope for enterprise which did not restrict trade. Both Socialism and Conservatism had baneful effects, while Liberalism while it moved up- ward and onward, would chip off any ineqali- ties which came in ite way, and in fifty years' time or so, the Socialists would have nothing to crow about. Mr. James Parr said he work- ed very hard at the election of 1868, and never repented doing so—always for Liberalism. Mr. Aubrey Roberts said Liberalism would be a very poor thing if it lived on Puritanical prin- ciples—they were too narrow. The French Revolution, he thought, did more for Liberal- ism toward broadening its idea. Mr. Rees James, Llwydcoed, Mr. Hairris, and Mr. Tho- mas, Cwmbach, also spoke, the latter making a very effective Welsh speech. After which Mr. Powell responded. The following resolution, proposed by Mr. D. W. Evans, seconded by Miss B. M. Richards, was enthusiastically carried:—"That this Aberdare Branch of the League of Young Liberals urges upon the Go- vernment to establish a separate Welsh De- partment to be represented in Parliament by a Secretary for Wales, so that Wales may be put on the same footing as Scotland and Ireland, and that Welsh questions which require sepa- rate treatment should have their adequate and sympathetic attention." _0_"

None can pray well but he who lives we!l. s'ruv-.?."b. Af;.(n.ii6 can enjoy, but only men can be I cheerful.'—Jten Paul, 7., 1

Aberddre County Council Elections The nominations for the various wards in the Parish of Aberdare took place at the office of the District Council, on Monday afternoon, the following being nominated:— Llwyclcoed Ward.Mr. R. Llewellyn, Bwllfa House, Aberdare, the retiring Alderman, un- opposed. Gadlys Ward.—Mr. William Thomas Harries (Ind. Lib.), Gadlys Uchaf House; William Thomas, solicitor, Aberdare (Lib.); T. Wal- ter Williams, Glenview, Trecynon (L.). On Tuesday, Mr. W. Thomas retired, and the fight will be between Mr. T. Walter Williams, the nominee of the Liberal Ward meeting, and Mr. W. T. Harries. Town Ward.—*Mr. D. Hughes, Clifton-street, Aberdare. Blaengwawr Ward.—*Mr. John Howell, Green Hill, Aberaman, auctioneer (L.); Mr. George Alexander Treharne, Belmont-terrace, architect (Lib.). Aberaman.—*Mr. T. L. Davies. colliery man- ager, The Cottage, Cwmaman (Liberal), unop- posed). Indicates old member. A meeting in support of the candidature of Mr. T. Walter Williams was held on Tuesday evening, at Ebenezer Hall, Trecynon, under the presidency of Mr. David Forward. Mr. Williams, who was given a very warm reception, said he was not contesting the seat without in- vitation. He had been selected by a repre- sentative meeting of the ratepayers, which was held last week. If returned on the County Counci) he would support all measures for the furtherance of progress. He would not only be a member for the Gadlys; he would consider it his duty to attend to all the interests of the Aberdare District, and in a lesser degree to attend to the affairs of the whole of Glamor- gan. An important question for the Aberdare district was the flooding of the lower part of the valley, near Aberaman Station, which was at the present in a very bad state on account of subsidences. It was a matter which should be attended to by the Glamorgan County Council. It was not the business of the Aberdare Dis- trict Council to carry out these improvements. He would support any reasonable scheme brought forward for dealing with this. A road between Aberaman and Cwmbach was necessary and he would do his best towards getting it. Coming to the question of education, Mr. Wil- AU™5 ^°uc^ec^ upon what he had done on the Aberdare Education Committee. At the close, questions were asked and answered. SERVANTS can easily be obtained by the use of a small Want Ad. in these columns. State your requirements, and you will be sure to set suited at once.

Aberdare & Aberaman Consumers' Gas Company. The eighty-first half-yearly meeting of the shareholders of this Company was held at the offices, 28, Whitcombe-street, Aberdare, on Saturday, Mr. T P. White presiding. The Chairman, in moving the adoption of the ac- counts and report of the directors, referred with much regret to the continued illness of Mr. Benjamin Jones, the late chairman. In com- menting upon the balance-sheet before them, he said he felt they would all be pleased at the very satisfactory progress shown, and there was very little left for him to say. The Company had done good work in the various departments during the past year, and one very pleasing feature was thaI- the money expended upon the distributing system had proved to be of good effect as a material saving in the leakage ac- count had been accomplished. This was a mat- ter the directors were still giving special at- tention to, and he hoped to see still further progress in this respect. The increase in the demand for gas was very satisfactory, 498 new consumers having been recorded during the last year. He had much pleasure in moving the adoption of the report and statement of accounts, together with the recommendation of the directors that a dividend of 5 per cent. free of income tax be paid on March 1st for the half-year ended 31st December last, carry- ing the balance of £1,106 17s. 7d. to next ac- count.—Mr. L. N. Williams seconded the motion, and it was carried unanimously.—The two retiring directors, Messrs. L. N. Williams and D. W. Jones, were unanimously re-elected, as also was the retiring auditor, Mr. Evan Williarns.-Ies,rs. L. N. Williams and D. W. Jones suitably responded, and thanked the shareholders for the continued confidence re- pos?d in them.-C-olonel Thomas Phillips pro- posed that a most hearty vote of thanks be accorded the chairman, directors, and officials, for the very able manner in which they had conducted the business of the Company, and whilst he extended his sincere sympathy with Mr. Benjamin Jones, their late chairman, whose valuable services to the Company for so many years they all greatly appreciated, he at the same time would take the opportunity of ten- dering his congratulations to their present Chairman upon his election, in whom they would find an able and worthy successor to the chair. He moved that a vote of sympathy with their late chairman (Mr. Jones) be accord- ed from that meeting.—This was seconded by Mr. R. D. Williams, and unanimously carried. —Following the above meeting, a special gen- eral meeting of the shareholders was held to approve of the Standard Burner Bill'now pend- ing in Parliament: and, on 1 h proposition of Major W. D. Philips, seconded by Mr. John Dumayne, the resolution was unanimously car- ried.

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Bazaar at Aberaman. A SUCCESSFUL FUNCTION. Monday last was a great day in connection, with the Primitive Methodist Church, am Llanthewy-street, Aberaman, when the laborious efforts of members for many months past culminated in a bazaar being held. A largai number assembled at the opening ceremony., Mrs. (Rev) T. H. Bryant presided and w. supported by the leading church members and officials of the bazaar. After singing and prayeP the Rev. T. H. Bryant said it was a oourse of joy to him to find their efforts meeting with such! success. The ladies connected with the Church' —not only members, but the congregation also, —had worked exceedingly hard to bring about such splendid results. From the prospects I that day success was assured, and they could; be certain of a substantial sum as proceeds.! j This would jae a source of hope and encouragei ment to them in the project they had in viewj I viz., the building of a new schoolroom. Hot then expressed his pleasure in introducing to; them Mrs. Dr. Moffit, to perform the opening ceremony. Mrs. Moffit made a neat speech, in which shflj referred to the pleasure it gave her to ass is (j in the welfare of the Church by attending theii bazaar. She hoped that their work would b4 crowned with success, and that substantiali benefit would 1 e realised.—Mr. Samuel Wilson said he was glad to see them showing such earnestness in thuch work. He proposed a 1 hearty vote of thanks to Mrs. Moffit for at ding that day. This was seconded by if;.1 Jesse Summers, who said that if men wanted te get on in life they should always keep in harmony. with the women. The bazaar was then formally! declared open by Mrs. Moffitt, who proceeded to purchase articles at each stall. The officials and stall-holders, etc., were at follows :-Officials.-Rev, T. H. Bryant, Rev.1 J. W. Richardson; president, Mrs. Bryant. vice-president, Mrs. Bowen; treasurer, Mr.; George Bignall; secretary, Mr. Jas. Williams. Mrs. Weston superintended at the bazaar. Fruit and flower stall, Mrs. H. Mould, Misse* M. Cumner, A. Cumner and B. Dunstan ;j Enterprise stall, Miss Pollie Milson, Mrs. Gouldj Mfs. Edevaiie, Miss Esther Hinkin Busy-bee. stall (fancy work), Miss S. E. Milsom, Miss A. M. Usher, Mrs. Arndell, Miss Lena Hooper; sweet and ice-cream stall, Misses B. Jones, S. A.! Beynon and B. A. Dew, and Mr. D. Bowen; household stalls Messrs. J. Moses, Jas. ArndelJ and Wm. Gillard; Perseverance stall, Mrs.' Frame, Mrs. Lines, Miss B. M. Usher and Mist M. M. Williams; curiosity stall, Messrs. Samuel Wilcox and Wm. Weston. Tea was provided, at which Mrs. Samuel Wilson presided. The following were the trayholders:—No. 1 table, Mrs. Manley and Miss Lizzie Griffiths, assisted by Miss Manley No. 2, Mrs. Dew, Mrs. Smith (Abercwmboi) and Mrs. Geo. Reddick; No. 3, Mrs. Wm. Evans (Margaret-street) and Mrs. E. Williams (Pleasant View); No. 4, Mrs. Crosby and Miss M. A. Crosby No. 5, Mrs. Albert Evans (Abercwmboi) and Mrs. H. Barratt. Assistance was rendered by Misses Lena Hooper, Eliza Jones Williams* Gwladys May Lewis and Mrs. T. Evans (Aber- cwmboi), Mrs. Williams (Abercwmboi), Mrs. Williams (Glamorean-streei), Mrs. Saunderjy I Mrs. Wm. Llewellyn, Mrs. Griffiths (Lower- street), Mrs. Edwards (Kiln-street), and Mrs. C. Bowen (Chapel-street); Messrs. John Rule, and Hugh Walters, Misses Blodwen Owen. Florrie Gore and Edith Rees Messrs. George Reddick, Geo. Bignall, Chas. Williams, Thoa. Williams (Abercwmboi), Isaac Lines, Thomas Warlow. Wm. Llewel yn, Baldwin, and Geo. Cook. The assistant secretary of the bazaaf was Mr. Evan Williams (Cwm-road). After the tables were cleared an interesting entertainment was held. A solo was given by Mr. D. Bowen and a glee rendered by a party under the conductorship of Mr. Richard Edevane. A hat-trimming competition fol men took place, in which 17 competed, Mrs. Milton (Commerce-place) adjudicated, and the prize was awarded to Mr. M. Richardson, and another prize (for the worst) was given to Mr. Evan Williams. In the nail-driving competition for ladies, Mr. M. Richardson was the judge. Out of 9 competitors Mrs. Weston was declared the best. Other events followed, and an enjoyable evening was spent. It is expected that a sum of close upon t70 will be realised. Mrs. S. Wilcox aided a great deal in the preparax tions with the stallholders.

ABERCWMBOI. BETHLEHEM M.I.S.—On Friday evening last 9 the meeting of the Mutual Improvement Society was presided over by Mr. Evan Jones, the introductory po-tion of the service being conducted by Mrs. Sarah Reee: Papers were read by Mr. Dan Isaac nnd Mr. John Davies (Gwinau Emlyn). The former treated upon "Notabl Characters of the Cynon Valley," which proved extremely interesting. He re- ferred to "Dafydd Cadwgan," ."Alaw Gooh," "Carw Coch." and numerous others who re- sid?d here within the last two centuries. The subject of Mr. John Davies's paper was "Wil- liams o'r Worn," on» of the great pillars of Nonconformity in' Wales in former days. The Chairman and the Rev. J. B. Davies also spoke.

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