The Merthyr Express

PROBLEMS. No. 58.—By T. Bennett, Mountain Ash.r— Black men on 5, 25 kings on 13, 23, 29. White feen on 7, 11, 18, 19, 22. White to play and A neat and useful, but not a difficult end-game. No. 57.—By G. Barnett, Aboraman.-Black taen on 4, 5, 12, 20; kings on 17, 26. White Eln on 14, 19, 24, 27 kings on 3,15. White to £ *ay and win. A neat win from a seemingly ^neless position.

Eminent Scientists at the "Oxo" Factory .During the last twelve months there have £ many interesting receptions at the model Oxo" factory in South wark, but the one held test week by the Right Hon Sir ELenry E. •jjoscoe and the Directors of the "Lemco" and Oxo" Company was quite unique. Amongst 5. roost distinguished gathering of eminent ecien- t:sts, many of whom are Fellows of the Royal society, were: Sir William Crookee, Sir Ed- ward Thorpe, Sir William Tilden, Professor Raphael Meidola, Dr. Hugo Muller, Dr. J. E. Reynolds, Dr S. W. J. Smith, Dr. J. T. jtewitt, Dr. J. C. Cain, Dr. W R. Cooper, ™1-A Mr. Arthur William Cros&ley, Mr. Mar- Onslow Forster, Mr. C. E. Groves, Mr. Charles A. Keane, Mr. A. J. Greenaway, and tnany others. Sir Henry Roscoe, assisted by Robert L. Gunfcher (vice-chairman of the Company) and Mr Maurice Glyn (a director), conducted the guests through the factory. The process of blending the nourishing fibrine of beef with the stimulating extract of beef to make "Oxo" was fully explained, as also were the processes connected with the manufacture of "jjsmco," which is well known as the most highly concentrated form of beef in the world, and of "Nursing Oxo"—a hospital form of "Oxo," containing peptone of beef and largely Used for invalid dietary. Sir William Crookes, in proposing a vote of thanks to Sir Henry Roscoe and the directors, remarked that the factory impressed him very favourably indeed. Sir William Tilden, in seconding the resolution, ^pressed the hearty concurrence of himself and "is fellow scientists in all that Sir William Crookes had said.

A Departmental Committee has been appoint- ed to consider the coat of public elementary 8Chools. y As showing the prosperous state of Swan- only one failure has been gazette* this, lear. The usual monthly bankruptcy court has not yet been held this year on aooount ()f the absence of cases. y

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Mountain Ash Education Committee. THE COMPLAINTS AGAINST TEACHERS. RESULT OF INVESTIGATIONS. Tho Rev. E. V. Tidman presided at the meeting of the Mountain Ash Education Com- mittee, held on Tuesday afternoon. There was also present, Mrs. Williams, Mrs. Millar, Dr. Morgan, Messrs. G. A. Evans, J.P., F. N. Gray, J.P., Thomas Jones, Griffith Evans, Wil- liam Evans, T. W. Jones, Evan Morris, Silas Williams, George Hall, John Powell. D. Ro- gers, with the Director (Mr. Alfred Morgan), Dr. Llewelyn Williams (medical officer), and Mr. W. H. Williams (architect). A resolution was passed asking the Council Xt> instruct -t^e Clerk to apply for the following loans i$SefpiM oiTtbo MisfeLa Higher-Standard- School :— £ 580 for la..nd,£456 for furniture, and £ 5.774 for buildings, making a festal of £ 4,640. Dowlinjf, who had been gtante the, use of the Caegarw School, in which to d.:1 a meeting in connection with the Workers* Educational Association, wrotA asking if the Committee could grant the school free of charge. The writer explained that the object of the meeting was to form a loal branch of the Association, which would he the means of bringing workers into closer touch with edu- cational matters.—Mr. D. Rogers: I thipk this is a case where we should forgo the charge. —The Chairman: Do the regulations permit us to do this?—It was decided to accede to the re- quest, provided that the cleaner was paid. rro_ 1 j x 1 L- i LLLe neau teacuer 01 bile juD^uuiLe OCDOOI wrote pointing out that at a social held in con- nection with the I.L.P., certain damage was done to the school. The, Director recommended that the necessary repairs should be out, and an account sent for same to the sec- retary of the I.L.P.—Mr. John Powell asked why the attention of the secretary could not he called to the damage, so that he could see +hat the repairs were carried out.—It was agreed to do this. A letter was read from the National Temper, cnce Association inquiring what was being done Li < schools to further the cause of temper- arr —Mr. John Powell: What does Dr. Mor- gan say about it?—The Chairman: They are not always right on this question (Iauihter).- The letter was referred to the Director to re- ply to. The question of making annual instead of half-yearly estimates, was next considered. Mr. D. Rogers expressed himself in favour of such a scheme, so as to equally distribute the rates. —M' Thomas opposed on the ground that the ratty -rs under this system would pay more in the -st six months than was actually neces- sary.- i, Silas Williams said he did not speak as a ratepayer or even a small ratepayer. He spoke of that class who paid all the rates —the working people.—Capt. Gray: Rubbish. —Mr. Silajs Williams: That is not tho first thing that Capt. Gray has called rubbish. Pro- cosdmg, Mr. Williams said that when rates were high house rent went up, but they did not come down when there was a reduction in the rates. This had happened in the Mountain Arh district.—A long discussion followed, after w,ii-h it was decided to refer tho matter to ommittee. The next matter on the agenda was to oonsid- er tho question of supplying meals to necessit- ous school children during the holidays. A re- port of the Clerk on the matter was to the offect that such a. thing would be illegal.—Mr. Silas Williams remarked that it was a case of law against common sense. He moved that application ba made to the Local Government Board for permission to spend money in this direction.-Tliis was agreed to.—Mr. Sjlas Wil- liams further suggested that the local members of Parliament should be asked to do what they could in the matter: They made plenty of pro- mises at the election.—Mr. John Powell sug- gested that Mr. D. A. Thomas be also commu- nicated with.—Mr. Silas Williams: Yes, he is another good promiser (laughter).—The sug- gestions were agreed to, and it was also decided to form a committee to look after these child- ren during the holidays. A letter was read inviting the Committee to send two representatives to a conference of the National Union of Tcachers, to be held at Plymouth.—On the motion of Dr. Morgan, it was decided not to send representatives. TEACHERS EXONERATED. The Duffryn Ward Managers reported that they had investigated the complaint of & Mrs. Roach against Miss White, the head teacher of the Caegarw School. After hearing Mrs. Roach's statement, the Committee heard Miss White, after which they agreed to the follow- ing resolution:—"Having heard the statements of Mrs. Roach, we think Miss White, on the occasion complained of, did not exceed her du- ties as laid down in the Committee's regulations for the management of schools. Further, we are of opinion that the best interests of the schools generally will not be furthered by bringing complaints against teachers to the public meeting of the Education Committee in the first instance; such complaints, we think. should be made to the managers of the school directly or through the Director of Education." The Darranlas Ward Managers submitted the following report:—"The Committee inves- tigated the charges made at the last meeting of the Education Committee against Mrs. Grif- fiths, the head teacher of the T)uffryn Girls' School. Mrs. Evans and Mrs. Griffiths were allowed to make their statements, and the Committee unanimously agree in presenting the following report: We are of opinion that, as the mother of Annie Evans stated that she had no complaint to make. the matter should be allowed to drop. Further, we are of the opinion that the best interests of the schools generally will not be furthered by bringing complaints against the teachers to the public meeting of the Education Committee, in the first instance, but such complaints should, we think, be made to the Managers of the School directly, or through the Direotor of Education. Mr. John Powell asked, for an explanation of the last clause in the reports.—The Chairman remarked that the feeling of the Committee was that such complaints should at first be made to the School Managers.—Mr. John Powell said this clause rather suggested, that he had done something that was premature, when he asked the question at the last meeting of the Education Committee ("No"). He did not want to harass their head teachers in any way. In the case of the Duffryn Schools it was not be. cause of any wish of calling the attention of the Committee to this affair that he submit- ted the complaint. The Chairman had receiv- ed letter from the people, which he (the Chairman) thought it better to refer to the Director. In the meantime the manager was ill, and these people were not communicated with, nor had they received any intimation that their complaint wase being attended to. This clause appeared to be a rebuke to him for call- ing attention to the matter. He thought some kind of acknowledgment should have been sent to these people, that their complaint were be- ing considered. They had had nothing, and, therefore, they were right in calling the atten- tion of any one of the members to them. The Committee had not only to look into the com- plaints made, but also to see that their teachers were protected1 from improper complaints.— The Chairman said there was no feeling that Mr. Powell had done anything which was ir- revalent.—Capt. G. A. Evans said complaints of this kind should first of all be referred to the Managers rather than be brought before the full Committee. If they were not dealt with in that way, then the people had a right to bring them before the Committee. He proposed the adoption of the report.—Mr. William Davles seconded.—Mr. Silas Williams strongly urged that the spirit of the report reflected on Mr. Powell for what he had done.—This statement was repudiated by some of the members, and; after some further discussion the report was adopted, Mr. John Powell expressing a hope that the press would give the same publicity to the matter now as they did to the discussion at the lost meeting. The report of the Darranlas Ward1 Managers was also adopted.

PENRHIWCEIBER. CARKBL M.I.S.— At a meeting of this Society last Thursday, an excellent paper was read by Mr. T. Davies on "The Musio of the Sanctu- ary." Mr. J. Davies presided. WELSH LITERATURE SOCIETY.—A meeting of this Society took place at the Workmen's Hall op Friday last, when an excellent paper was read, by the Rev. D. Jones, Hermon, on "Cul- ture." Mr. J. Thomas presided. LBCTUHE.—A limelight lecture was given to the pupils of the Penrhiwceiber Evening Con- tinuation Classes on Wednesday evening. Mr. Rees Morgan manipulated the lantern. EY.STBDDIrOD.-On St. David's Day the annual Eisteddfod of the Welsh Literature Society was held in th-e Public Institute. There was a good attendance. Councillor E. Morris presided, and Mr. David Francis, M.E., Troedyrniw, was the conductor. The adjudicators were: Literature and recitations, Rev. R. S. Rogers, Mountain Ash; Rev. W. R. Jones, Penrhiwceiber; and Mr. David Francis, M.E.; music, Mr. W. O. Jones, Cilfynydd; art, Mr. Ivor Davies (C.M.), Mrs. E. Morris, and Miss Davies, Walford House, Penrhiwceiber; pianist, Mr. Morgan Daviee. Awards:—Recitation for children un- der 8, "Meddyliau Plentyn" 1, Doris Evans, Miskin; 2, Emlyn Johns, Penrhiwceiber; 3, Olwen Jones, Troedyrhiw. Pianoforte solo: 1, Master Charles Walters, Treharris (pupil of Mr. John W. Lewis, Penrhiwceiber). "Syn- opsis of the Life of Jonah": 1, Mr. Daniel Jones, Penrhiwceiber. Recitation, "Pob amser ar ol": 1, Miss Eva James, Aberaman; 2, Mas- ter D. E. Jones, Dowlais; 3, Master p. Rich- ards. Solo for girls under 16, "The Angel": 1, Mary A. Davies, Miskin. Drawing of a woman in Welsh costume: 1, Master John 0. Jones, Penrhiwceiber Boys' solo, "Yn iach i ti Gymru" 1, Master Thomas Jenkins, Miskin; 2, Master Hector Roberts, Penrhiwceiber. Reading from the Bible: 1, Mr. Morgan R. Morgans; 2, Mr. Daniel Jones, Penrhiwceibar; 3, Mr. Charles W. Jones, Troedyirhiw. Table Centre: Miss Chas. Jones. Soprano solo, "Peidiwch gofvn i mi ganu" Miss T. Connelly, Mardy. Children's choir: 1, Mountain Ash Young Choristers. Bass solo: 1, Mr. Lewis Jones, Penrhiwoeiber. Tenor solo: Prize divid- ed between Messrs. Anthony Jones, Mountain Ash, and Tom Davies, Port-h. Diaeti, "Arwyr I Cymru Fydd": Messrs. Anthony Jones aud Moses Jenkins. Chief choral One choir efitor- ed, via., Hermon, which wus a.«*rded I Contralto solo, "Llywelvu oio's; l'vur": Divided between Miss Humphreyc and Miss Kvi.ns. Champion solo; 1, Mr, Tom ,1J,yi Porth. Novice solo: 1, Mr. Richard Erasmus, Pen- rhiwceiber. Essay, "The Welsh Bible": Mr. J. Kefni Thomas, Carmarthen. Essay, "Samuel": S. J. Lewis, Cwmbach. Recitation, "Marwol- aeth yr Esgob Herber": Mr. J. Percy Thomas, Aberaman. "Recitation, "Crist yn tawelu'r ystorm": Miss Maggie Jane Jones, Ynyshir. Hand-drawing of the Red Dragon: Divided be- tween Masters Idris Lloyd and Evan Jeffreys. Best hand-drawing of a Welsh black bull: Div- ided between Masters Ernest Mann and J. W. Jones. Prize bag: Mrs. C. Jones, Troedyrbiw., Best writing for children under 10: 1, Master D. John Evans; 2, Master Richard. T. Evans; 3, Miss Edith Thomas.

ABERCYNON. The MEBTHTH EDITION of the "Merthyr Ex- press" is on sale at Mrs. Richards, Newsagent, btation-street, every Friday morning. STOP TBTTCKS.—There WIS no work at the DowJais-Cardiff Qjllifiiy on 1 Tfiw^jiay owin g to-i •a .shortage of w&ggoris- OASTATA.—On Thursday evening the Myn- y^ Sfeioii United Choir (under the conductor-. Wigley^ gawe perfqrmanoe at tho,' Workman's Hail of cantata; "The Royar Jester. The accompanist was Miss E. A. Scott. R-&O.R-On Friday evening a very enjoy- able social was held under the auspices of the Cynon Lodge, at the Workmen's Hall. Coffee and biscuits ware served. A recitation was given by Bro. Peter Bedford; a comic song by Mr Joe Ward; and Mr. W. Jones rendered "Away down in Idaho." The M.C.'s were Messrs. Fred Hathren, A. Langwern, and J. Griffiths. The accompanists were Madam A. J. Griffith, Miss E. Gould, A.L.C.M., and Messrs. Joe Ward and R. Granger. ENTEETAINMENT.—On Saturday evening an entertainment was held at the Tabernacle Ves- try, under the ausraoes of the Abercynon Tem- petranoe Society. The Rev. B. Howells pre- sided, and the following programme was given: —Solo, "Bendithiaift Goed y Meusydd, Miss Afrina Ebenezer; recitation, Miss Lizzie Jones; solo, Miss Gwladys Williams; duett, Miss J. Williams and Miss Lizzie Jones; solo, Miss A. M. Jones; address, Rev. J. R. Davies; solo, Mr. Johnny Williams; solo, Mr. W. Price; solo. Miss Olwen Davies. Messrs. R. L. Jones and D. Owen presided at the organ. PRESENTATION.—At the close of the monthly business of the Taff Building Club (No. 2) on Friday evening, the Chairman (Mr. John Suth- erland) was presented with a valuable gold. watch, subscribed for by members of the Club, as a slight recognition of the valuable services rendered by him to the Club. Mr. Sutherland responded, and in the coursa of his address dealt exhaustively with the benefits to be de- rived from building clubs. Addresses were also delivered by several of the members, comment- ing upon clubs as an excellent method for working men to obtain their methods, and of Mr. Sutherland's valuable assistance. LECTURE. A very interesting lecture was in res 'n given at the Workmen's Hall on Tuesday even- ing by Mr. W. II. Garrison, F.RG.S., upon "Earthquakes—their causes and effect." There was a good audience, Mr. William Dyer pre- siding. In the course of his remarks, the lec- turer stated that the earthquake was one of the greatest foroes of nature, as it ruined whole provinces. He gave ample illustrations of the devasation caused by earthquakes throughout the world from time to time, and afterwards explained the cause of earthquakes, which, briefly, were: The pull of the moon on the earth, the pull of the sun, the contraction of the crust of the earth due to the cobbling of the molten mass in its interior, as our world was one out of myriads—(astronomers said that there were 550 million worlds). The pressure brought to bear on it was very great. An idea of tms pressure could be had from the fact that when the thermometer fell two inches, the pressure on the earth decreased by 200 million tons per square mile. Another cause was that our world travelled with three motions, some- times swung off its true axis, and in returning a trembling took place. The lecturer then gave A description and illustrations of the in- struments used for recording earthquakes, after whiob he gave some of his personal exper- iences during fourteen earthquakes, stating, in conclusion, that he did not wish for another. The lecture was greatly appreciated. The lan- tern was manipulated by Mr. John Griffiths. TAIBMWAaX.-An excellent tea and concert were given at Tabernacle Vestry on Monday evening, when there was a very large number present. The tables were prettily decorated, and were in charge of the following ladies:— Mesdames J. Hughes, G. Watkins, E. T. Da- vies, T. Morgans, who were assisted by Mrs. T. Price, Misses G. Hughes, M. Evans, N. Fenwick, A. M. Williams, S. A. Lewis, H. Evans, Elsie Davies, M. L. Pugh, K. Watkins, H. Humphreys, M. E. Humphreys, and S. Evans. Others who assisted were: Mrs. Pierce Williams, Mrs. Pugh Jones, Mrs. D. A. Thomas, Mr. Griff Owen, Mr. D. Brown, Mrs. R. Williams, Mr. Evan Evans, Mr. J. Roberts, Mr. J. Ashton, and Mr. A. J. Jenkins. The Rev. W. Jones presided over the concert, and dalivered an address on "Dewi Sant and Old Welsh Customs." The programme was as fol- lows:—Solo, "Pinacl Anrhydedd," Mr. R. J. Jones; solo, "Ar Hyd y Nos," Mr. Dan Wil- liams; dustt, "Exoelsior," Messrs. Cassie Jen- kins and H. Jones; solo, "Cartref," Mr. H. Jones; recitation, "Araeth Llyyrelyn," Mr. E. Francis; solo, "Galwad y Tywysbg," Mr. Evan Davies; recitation, "Morfa Rhuddlkn," Mr. J. Jenkins; solo, "Can y Tywysog," Mr. E. Fran- cis; duett, "LIe Treigla'r Caveri," Messrs. E. Davies and H. Jones; solo, "Llam y Canad- au," Miss Cassie Jenkins; solo, "Morfa Rhudd- lau," Mr. A. A. Evans. The Rev. J. R. Hughes read some very amusing prose, and the meeting terminated with the sinking of the Ra- tional Anthem- The secretarial duties were carried out by Mr. A. Evans. d MINFITIRYLS.-The second minstrel perform- ance was given at the Workmen's Hall on Monday evening by the RA.O.B. Cynon Lodge Minstrel Troupe of Jolly Boys, numbering 30. There was a fair audience The jokes and conundrums were smart, and the choruses and solo monologues good. The troupe consisted of the followingCorner men, Messrs. Dai Da- vies, F. Meadows, W. Williams, and W. Jones; interlocutor, Mr. J. Morgan in the sit round, Messrs. George Hunt, J. 0. Davies, E. Hughes Powell, J. Jones, H. Woods, E. Johnson, W. Wilkins, J. Edwards, W. Douglas, T. Pugh, W. Lloyd, W. Taylor, A. Jones, Joe Hughes, D Evans,' J. Battram, T. Hughes, T. Lewis, J. Lewis, W. Jones, Jack Jones, T. E. Dennis, and G. Evans. The first opened with a chorus by the Troupe, "In de evening by de moon- light," followed by another chorus; song and dance, "I'm much obliged to you," Mr. Dai Davies; tmbourine solo, Mr. W. Williams. Miss Lily Jones (by special request) sang "Make new friends but keep the old." Mr. J. o Davies rendered "The Glow at Eventide." Mr. D. Davies gave "A Nigger Dream," de- Scribing a visit to the shops in Margaret- street. After a step dance by Mr. W. Jones, "Massa. Dear" was well rendered by Mr. W. Taylor. The Ynysmeurig Sketch Partv, viz., Messrs. D. Davies, H. Wood, .Joo Hughel!, J. 0. Davies J. Edwards, W. Douglas, and T. Slade performed a sketch, entitled, "Mr. N 0 P Q, Solicitor." Other items were:— Song and chorus, "My Old Kentucky Home," by Mr. W. Jones; eong, My Connemara Home," Mr. J. O. Davies; humorous speech, Mr. D. Davies; sacrophone solo, by Professor Saoro. The troupe were assisted by an orches- fcra VJZ First violins, Miss Mortimer, Mr. D. Hughes'and Mr. Geo. Pontin second violins, Messrs. W. Thomas and W Lewis; cello, *lr. C. P. Jones; flute, Mr. A. E. Stephens; clar- ionets, Messrs. Sbepherd and Bailey; cornets, Messrs. W. Way F- -> Miss E. Gould, A.L.C.M and Mr Haydn. The productions were in charge of Mr. D. T. Theophilus, A.C.V The proceeds werem aid of the Cynon Benevolent Fund of the Widows and Orphans. I SERVANTS enn easily obtained by the use of a email Want Ad. in these columns. State your requirements, and you will be sure to set suited at once. columns. State your requirements, and you will be sure to set suited at once. = '10.

Rev. A. B. Morgan's Departure. On Tuesday evening, at Moriah English Bap- tut<effi; the Rev. A. Bo wen Morgan, the respected pastor, P"or to his departure for Birk«nhaad was presented with a beautiful case of cutlery and a purse of gold by the members of Moriah and friends of the rev. gentleman 111 Abercynon as & token of esteem and respect. Mr. Brown oocupid the chair, and in his ad- drees spoke of the good work the Rev. A. Bowen Morgan had done amongst the young people in the district. His loss to the ohurch would be great. The Rev. E. V. Tidman, Mountain Ash, offered prayer. Solos were ren- dered by Messrs. W A. Simpson, H. H. Battram, and W. Wiltion. Mr. Brenig Rob- erts presided at the organ. The Abercynon Male Voioe Party (conducted by Mr. W. Wil- liams) rendered "The Destruction of Gaza." Eloquent addresses upon the work of the Rev. A. Bowen Morgan were delivered by the Rev. E. V. Tidman, Mountain Ash; D. Howells, Penrhiwoeiber Rev. Watkyn Jones, and tOO Rev. J. T. Vhiliam* on behalf of the Aber- cynon Free Church Council. Mr. J. R. Davies, in a pithy address, referred to the interest taken by the rev. gentleman in the Christian En- deavour Society and Band of Hope. Mrs. Jackson also referred to his work in the pulpit, while Mr. Davies spoke on behalf of the mem- bers of Moriah, and referred to the great loss the church had sustained by the departure of their highly-respected pastor to Birkenhead. Although it would be a great loss to them, yet Birkenhead wouid receive a gain. He had al- ways found him ready. Councillor T. W. Jones spoke of his untiring effort as chairman of the Abercynon Male Voice Party. The rev. gen- tleman, he said, had taken a great interest; in the' party, which had been very successful Mrs. Morgan, the oldest member of Moriah, present- ed the ca.B6 of cutlery; while Mrs. John Suther- I land handed over the puree of gold. The Rev. A. Bowen Morgan responded, and thanked the srubscriba/3 and all present for their presents, He said ie had made many friends in Aber- oynon, suid would always remember the happy and pk>assjit he had spent amongst them, He had r&iae the moral standard, and be hoped ih&s his ministry he had been n-eipfui bo nztti-ij. Addresses were also delivered by Jfitv. J. Irarastwa, Rer. J. R. Hughes, Mr. E. H. Mr. J. ^'athoriand, Mr. David 1. Tei*. Mowoils, Calfaria, «"»> ;nci ironi Mr, R. Davi«@, who was detained Oilfynydd. j

A3ERCYN0H po L i CE. COURT. < THURSDAY. — Before Sir T. Marchant Williams (stipendiary). DnuN1æ.-FQr drunkenness Thomas James, in Margaret-street, was fined 10s. and costs, and Thomas J. Williams, Evan Evans, and Gwen Evans, in Mountain Ash-road, 5s. and costs. FIGHTING IN THE STmoT.-Edward Davies and William Lewis for obstructing Penbryn- avenuo were fined 40s. and costs. CoAL STEALING.—Daniel Llovd, Tynetown, was summoned for stealing coal, the property of the Penrhiwceiber Coal Coy.-P.C. Beedle said he saw the defendant fill a bag from a truck of coal nn the siding.-Defendant was fined £ 2 or seven days. William Matthews was charged with stealing coal, the property of Messrs. Nixon.—P.S. John proved the charge. The coal was taken from the tip.—A fini offHk and costs was. in^oj^-r^^baijb; Pwrfitfc was charged with stealing coal, the property of Nixon's Coal Co., and Sawucl. (kddsmxdt was charged with receiving sjanje, knowing it to have been stolen.—P.S. John saicl-;ho adw Parfitti oany tho ooal^away from. Nixon's siding, and deliver it at the kitchen of Mr. Goldsmidt. When Goldsmidt was asked about it, he said, "Parfitt offered to a bag of coal as he wanted, sixpence to go to Mountain Ash Hall." He admitted giving sixpence for the ooal.-Defendauiz were each fined JB1. REMANDED.—At a Juvenile Court David Owen, Abercynon-road, Abercynon, aged 15 years, was charged with breaking and enter- ing the bakery establishment of Mr. Hum- phreys and Mr. James Morgan, at Abercynon, and also an outfitter's estaonsnment m LviLax- garet-street Abercynon, and steialng a quan- tity of cakes, wearing apparel, etc. As the police had not completed their investigations the boy was remanded in custody fo-t a week.

TREHARRIS. IMMERSION. On Sunday, at Brynhyfryd Welsh Baptist Church, the ordinance of bap- tism was performed, when four candidates were immersed. The Rev. W. Jones officiated. SPECIAL SERVICES.—On Sunday, at Wesley Church, John-street, special services were held, when the Rev. H. A. Roberts, Mountain Ash, officiated to good congregations. SUCCESS.—Walter Charles 'Valters, Sunny Bank, Penlocka, age 12, a pupil of Professor J. W. Lewis, Penrhiwceiber, took the first prize out of five competitors for the first sight piano- forte solo at the Eisteddfod in Penrhiwceiber, on Tuesday. LANTERN LzcTuRm-On Wednesday se'n-night at Libanus Welsh Congregational Church, Graigberthlwyd, Quakers' Yard, the Rev. M. I. Thomas delivered a highly interesting lantern lecture on "John Bunyan," and "A Walk through the Zoo," to an appreciative audi- ence. I.O.G.T.—In connection with the Hope of Treharris Lodge (No. 377), an entertainment was held on Monday, when, under the presi- dency of Bro. J. Thomas, a large and appre- ciative audience were delighted with the follow- ing programme:—Solos, Miss F M. Humphries, Miss M. Francis, Bro. J. H. Sawday, and Bro. G. Morgan; recitations, Mr. J. Jones, Mr. Tom Stephens, Miss Curtis, and Miss Bridger; duetts, Miss M. Richards and Mas- ter Ar-fon Williams, Messrs. B. Morgan and W. Williams; quartette, Messrs. W. Williams, B. Morgan, junr., Misses Thomas and L. Williams; mandoline selection, Mr. Hill (Ed- wardsville). Votes of thanks were proposed and seconded by Bro. Rees, D. Supt., J.T., Merthyr, and Bro. Mills, Troedyrhiw. The pianist was Miss Richards. After an explana- tion of the principles and objects of the In- ternational Order of Good Templars by the C.T., a pleasant evening was brought to an end by all singing "God be with you till we meet again." A.U.C.E.—On Thursday last, at the Public Hall, in connection with the Amalgamated Union of Co-operative Employees, a very suc- cessful and enjoyable social evening was held. The hall had been very tastefully decorated for the occasion by the employees of the Treharriis Co-operative Society, the bunting, etc., being lent, by the local branch of the National Union of Shop Assistants. About eighty ladies and gentlemen partook of tea, which was thoroughly enjoyed: the tables being presided over by Mrs. Stephens. Mrs. Wm. Jones, Mrs. George Lewis, Mrs. Howell Richards, and Miss Wat- kins. After tea solos and duetts were render- ed by Messrs. Ted Smith (tenor), and Ben Date (bass). The accompanists were Messrs. Idris Davies (Nelson), and Bert Watkins (Tre- harris). Dancing was indulged in at intervals, the M.C. being Messrs. Alex Kingsley and W. H. Phillips. The introduction of various items was done by Mr. W. T. Lewis, general manager, who said he believed that such meet- ings would tend to much good being done to* wards furthering the Union, and the fostering of Trade Union friendships. A cordial vote of thanks to the. Union officials (Messrs. Ben Morse, chairman, B. W. Jones, treasurer, J. G. Jones, secretary), and all who had helped to make the social a success was proposed by Mr Lewis and seconded by Mr. Robert J. Morgan, branch manager, Nelson.

Merthyr Assessment Committee. NEW TREDEGAR GAS AND WATER COMPANY. TRADE AT THE GLENTHONOR HOTEL, OILFACH. Mr. Augustus Daviea presided at the month- ly meeting of this committee on Saturday. Mr. Kenshole, solicitor, Aberdare, appealed on behalf of the New Tredegar Gas and Water Company against the assessment of their works in the parish of Gellygaer, rated at £ 555 gross and £ 96 rateable.—Mr. T. Illtyd Thomas, Car- diff, said that the appeal was. so far as the Gas Works were concerned. About a third of the quantity of gas made was lost through leakages, owing to subsidenoes of the mains, subsequent uon the slide in the Rhymney Valley. As to the water undertaking, part of which was in the Bedwellty Union, he men- tioned that the company had to bring a good deal of their water from the Rhymney and Aber Gas and Water Company, and from the Tredegar Urban District Council. Four-fifths of the assessment was in the Bedwellty Union. This was such a small concern, and it would entail so much work to arrive at figures that when it came to a. question of fighting money was thrown away. He, therefore, suggested that the rateable value should be reduced to £ 20G.—Mr. J. Rogers: Cannot the leakages be put right ?--rMr. Thomas replied that he was afraid not.—It was agreed to refer the case to Messrs. Bodie and Son, expert valuers. Mr. Warmsley, secretary of Crosswells' Brew- ery, Cardiff, appeared in support of an appeal against the rating of the Glenthonor Hotel, Gilfach.-Mr Harries, assistant overseer, said the gross was 2300 and the rateable value 2240. The overseers considered this a reasonable and fair assessment. There were 17 rooms, and .it was the only licensed house in Gilfach, the population of which was 2.600 persons. The house was in the main street, and in the centre of the population.—Mr. Warmsley said there had been a reduction in trade during the last 14 months. The trade for 1909 showed a con- sistent decrease all the way through as com- pared with 1908. There was a decrease of 65i barrels of beer, and £ 117 decrease on bottled beer, or a total decrease of £ 239. In the first seven weeks of this year tho decrease was more marked, showing a decrease of £ 7, or £ 1 per week, as compared with the corresponding seven weeks in last year. The decrease in bar- relage this month was ten barrels, wines and: spirits £ 8 12s., and bottled beer £ 2 9s. 8d. He knew that the men in the pits earned less money than formerly.—The Clerk: It's true people have not got so much money to spend. people have not got so much money to spend. —Mr. J. Prowle: They arc getting wiser.— The assessment was confirmed. Mr. F. P. Charles appeared in support of an appeal against the rating of the Gwaelody- garth Arms, Merthyr, £ 50 gross and £ 40 rate- able. He said the house was formerly rated at 1:624. and Mr. Rees, the tenant, had arranged I to let the place for B50 a year. An adver- tisement was inserted in the "Merthyr Ex- press," a tenant was found, and in the mean- time the overseers inoreased the assessment to JMO, and the person who agreed to take the hou'withdrew.The rating was confirmed. t

Merthyr Y.M.C.A TO AUGMENT THE BUILDING FUND. A well attended meeting was held at the Town Hall, on Friday last, for the purpose of pushing forward the work of raising funds for the new Y.M.C.A. buildings. The meeting had been convened by the Mayor (Mr. Frank T. James), who was, however, unavoidably pre- vented from attending, and his place was filled by the Deputy Mayor (Coon. Isaac Edwards), who spoke in sympathetic tones of the object and gave the movement his unqualified support. The Mayoress (Mrs. James), who was accom- panied by her daughter, was present, and spoke in warm appreciation of the work for which the meeting had been called. The great interest which the Mayor and Mayoress are evincing in the matter has given great satisfaction and encouragement to many others, and the result was evidenced in the splendid and influential gathering on Friday last. A resolution was unanimously and heartily carried to hold a big bazaar in October, in and on behalf of the whole town, without regard to sect or party. T^e wish was expressed over and over again that the bazaar should really represent every section of the town. represent every section of the town. A further resolution was unanimously passed "That this meeting warmly encourages the young men of the institution and the tc*wn gen- erally to organise a fete and sports' meeting to be held at Cyfarthfa Castie Park in June I next." It was felt tlyit this was a part of the work that the _y'<5lirig men could do to show their interest in* the scheme, and it is hoped their interest in the scheme, and it is hoped I I the young men Wilt respond to the c*M. A I I meeting to promote the scheme will be held I this (Friday) evening, at 8.30, immediately fol- lowing the bazaar meeting. The third resolution, also unarimonsly adopt- j ed, was a warni invitation to all the churches j to send two r^vessntarhres in adc; trior, to the •; 1 church secretaries to the adjournal meeting this evening, at 8 o'clock, in the Council Cham- J ber, Town Hall, when the Mayor has again kindly consented to preside. Letters and a telegram of apology for non.- jfttendance were read from the Misses Lewis (whose warm message of sympathy and offer to furnish half a stall was received with feelings of gratitude by all present), from Mr. E. S. Davies, Mr. D. C. Harris, and others, all of whom expressed warm appreciation of the work and promised help. The Secretary (Mr. Alfred Young) has since received offers of assistance through Mr. Mor- ris, of High-street Church, of a pierott troupe for entertainments; from Mr. Thomas, Tea Stores, to furnish a stall and give profits to the committee, and several other ladies and gentle- men to work in various directions. A number of the churches on Sunday readily responded to the invitation to appoint representatives, and others have done so at meetings during the week. The sympathy of the town is aroused. The public recognise the committee have bad a hard fight, and that they have faded great oddyr The jaoble Sxadiple 6r\h^ lafe^vtreasul^i7 X3S1. D. OEtees Lewis, who led' thevarisOcourag eously, is meeting its reward. The eommittfo" hope that a: united effort will" be:ttiadk' Gotohel .M: John Cory, viz., the opening of tlit; new •Build- ing free of debt. Those who have promised do- nations are asked to forward them without de- lay. The building is going up, the builders must be paid, the work must not stop. This was the feeling of the meeting on Friday last, and this is the purpose of tho meeting to-night.

SHARPS AND FLATS. [By "CBOWDER."] The greatest musical event so far this year, in London, was, undoubtedly, the first perform- ance of Richard Strauss' opera "Electra," which' took place last Saturday week- All readers who are interested in art will have read in the London papers long criticisms of the work, and it is universally agreed to be extremely diffi- cult, complex and nerve shattering. Strauss has a great command of the technique of the" or- chestra, but it is still an open question whether he is a genius and originator or simply a learn- ed compiler 0.£ gigantic climaxes in sound to' tickle the jaded ears of people for whom even Wagner and Berlioz are too tame. Meanwhile it is well to remember that the complex is seldom the profound, and that Handei, Mozart, and Beethoven of ten produced their greatest effects by the simplest means, which, in my humble opinion, is a proof of the highest genius and beyond imitation. Of late, composers have run riot in great volumes of tone and weird combinations of instruments, often specially in- vented and constructed for a new work. If they continue in their present style of vocal writing nature will have to step in and evolve a new race of singers, as no living performers will be capable of meeting the demands of some modem extreme writers. Next week, I hope to again refer to this latest phase of in- tense difficulty and intricacy in tho up-to-date opera and symphony. I regret to notice the stagnation in musi- cal matters that prevails locally at present. Zion Church, Twynyrodyn. pave a very cred- itable performance of the "Creation," but 1 hear of nothing else on the tapis until April 21st, when the veteran, Mr. Dan Davief, is con- ducting "Judas Maccabaeus;" Surely, the good old town, with its rich musical memories of the past, is going to be represented at the forth- coming National Eistsddfod? I sincerely trust I that some organisation may be formed which i will uphold tho traditions of the pant oal, tlvo i Welsh Olympia. There is one littlo rift in the donds.. I i that an operatic society has been establ\;rr^. t which includes some of our finest amatcm, a- an early performance is promised. Good V to them and a. long life. It has always been a. surprise to me that more of our Welsh singers J have not taken to the operatic stage. They t .possess just that dramatic feeling and tem- perament which is lacking in the Anglo-Saxon raoe. For twenty years I have taken part in and watched operatic performances, and I say it with regret, the average English singer is too cold for opera. When an Italian sings, say, "Tonio" in "Paglisca," he is "Tonio" for the time. Night after night I have sat in the orchestra, and watched an Italian tenor sing- ing the tragic song which ends the first act. Invariably the tears were rolling down his cheeks washing off the grease paint, and his passion so exhausted him that he took twenty minutes absolute rest before the second act. Now, I could understand this happening also to a Welsh tenor, but to the average English tenor never. It is to be hoped that the Library Committee will soon add to their reference department Grove's "Dictionary of Music," the latest edi- tion of which is just out. This is a sine qua non in every decent library, and as the book is ex- Eensivo and ours is a working class neighbour- ood, th§ book would be a God-send to local students. Music is most inadequately repro- sented also in the lending department, which I i visited the other day, and found under the ever- courteous supervision of our old friend. Mis? I Powell. Every one knows that Sir W. S. Gilbert is a. wit, and most have read the story of his being in a drawing-room seated, next a lady of the nouveau riche species. A young, lady was playing a sonata and the parvenu turned to Gilbert, saying, "Oh, Mr. Gilbert, who is that pretty piece "By Beethoven, madam," said Gilbert. Is he composing anything new- just now?" sweetly asked the lady. "No, ma'am, he's decomposing," was the wit's caustic reply. Here is a new story, however. At the- Savoy they were rehearsing a new opera. Sullivan s&t| in the stalls, while Gilbert stage managed. The author was displeased with the actions of the tenor in a solo" so he took the part himself, I going through the movements of the song in dumb show to the accompaniment of the or- chestra. He stopped, however, when Sulli- van s cheery voice shoated from the stalls, "Gilbert, you're out of tune!"

ABERCANAID. GUARDIANS' ELECTION.—It is reported that Mr. N. F. Hankey will not seek re-election, and that Mrs. Edmunds, Plasycoed, has consented to stand for the Plymouth Ward. The hope is expressed that Mrs. Edmunds and Mr. T. T. Jenkins will be returned unopposed. MISSIONARY MEETING.—On Sunday evening the annual missionary meeting was held at the Demi Baptist Chapel, when the children were presented with prizes for collecting on behalf Of the Society. Mr. David Samuel (the secre- tary) distributed the books. Mr. Asaph Jen- kins acted as treasurer. Miss Annie Rees, of Dowlais (the coming soprano), rendered two SQle in Welesh and the other in English. ST. DAVID'S DAY.—The third oelebr&tion of the Patron Saint of Wales took place on Tues- day at Zion Congregational Chapel. Mr. T. David, headmaster of the Council Schools, pre- sided and delivered a. very appropriate address. The chapel was crowded, and the proceedings were most enthusiastic. The accompanist was Mr. George F. Lewis, Merthyr, and £ he con- ductor of the children, Mr. Bevaji, A.R.C.O. The following songs were rendered by the echoolohildren:—"Codiad yr Haul," "Y Deryn Pur," "Rhyfedgyrch G#yr Harlech," "Cader Idris," and "Breuddwyd y Frenhines." An address was delivered by Mr. Evan Jones, as- sistant master, on "The History of Beddgetert, Prince Llyweiyn, and King John (who signed the Charta')." Miss R. A. Davies also sang "Fri, FSri, Geninen." An appropriate address was given by the Rev. J. L. Jones, Graig Chapel, on "St. David," and Mr. Rob- erts, teacher at the Abercajiaid Schools, spoke on "Persons and Places in North Wales and Eminent Welshmen." Selections of Welsh airs were given on the pianoforte by Miss Lydia Reax, Abercanaid; Mr. Bevan, A.R.C.O.; and a pianoforte solo was played by Mr. George F. Lewis, Merthyr. The Rev. J. D. Jones also gave a short address, and the meeting was drawn to a close with a vote of thanks to the members of the Zion Chapel and the singing of the Welsh National Anthem.

MERTHYR VALE. EARNEST JONES AND Co.. For Suits to measure and all manner of Men's Clothing.—Commerce House, Aberfan. CONSTITUTIONAL CLUB.—On Thursday even- ing last, the annual general meeting of the Gordon Lennox Constitutional Club was held. Mr. Albert Lewis occupied the chair, being sup- ported by the .Secretory (Mr. Arthur Davies) and thereet of the members of the committee. —Mr. Lewis, in opening the meeting, observed that ever since its inception, eight years ago, the Club had made steady progress. The bal- ance sheet would prove that last year (1909) was no exception to the order. The members had been entertained to supper, taken away for a day's holiday to Weston-super-Mare, and their comfort at Gbristmastide had not been for- gotten. Yet, notwithstanding all this, he was glad to say they had a very substantial balance to the credit of the Club.—Mr. Chard (auditor) said he ooedd not speak too highly of the way the y had kept the books and all papers, documents, etc. The members should be proud that they were so well kept. He could say that there was not a better set' of boob; kept in the whole of his circuit. He was also pleased to congratulate them on the financial position of the Club, which was quite equal to any olub in Wales.—Mr. A. Davies then read the balance-sheet as audited, and on the pro- position of Mr. J. Worgan, seconded by Mc. D. Edwards, it was adopted unanimously.—Dr. C. RiehaTdafcon White, who has occupied the posi- tion of president since the opening of the Club, was re-elected^ and Mr. Reynold Thomas was appointed vice-president, he also having held thiroØioe since the foundation of tihe Club.— Mr. W. Perkins moved a vote of to Mr. Chard (auditor), and this was seconded by Mr. J. Dueie, and carried unanimously.—A vote of thanks was moved by Mr. W Sage to Mr. Lewis (ohairman).—This was seconded by Mr. W. Maynard, who also added a rider: "That this meeting wishes to express their unabated i confidence in the whole oommittee."—This was j carried with acclamation.—Mr. Lewis, in re- sponse, tihanked the meeting for the vote 10 wel) • received, also for fcis return to the committee I the top of the list. FOR DR. Thur/ds,/ and Fr:d;iy ercoessrai conos *is vwre 1 st the AheKin lis&l lor tho o-' i'-r. £ .*rna.?do's Homes, by the aeajbiJs of loo^L Young Helpers' League, ol the Vale and Aberfan Habitations. It was at first intended to hold one concert only, but as a large number of those who had purchased tickets failed to gain admittance on Thursday, it was decided to repeat the concert on Friday, and the hall was again crowded out. Interest- ing items were contributed by scholars of the Council Schools at Merthyr Vale and Aberfan, also by local scholars of the Merthyr Higher Elementary School. Each item was accorded its ful! measure of applause. Great credit is due -.0 all the scholars who took part for the ability shown in their performances. The pro- gramme was as follows:—Chorus, "Rhosyn Bach," Merthyr Vale Mixed School (under the leadership of Mr. Hardy, teacher); action song, "Coon Song," Aberfan Infants' School (Miss Lydia Davies); "The Waxworks," Higher Ele- mentary School, Merthyr Tydfil (Miss K. L. Thomas); action song, "The Kilties," Paniglas Infants' School (Miss M. Jenkins); song and dance, "Hindoo Maidens," Pantglas Girls' School (Miss J. Bond); physical exercises, Mer- jthvr Vale Boys' School (Mr., JJardy),: action song, "Bed-time," Merthyr.7ale r Infants' .School (Miss M. Edwards); "Macnamara's Band," Pantglas Boys' School (Mr. 'E. Tho- mas. At intervals the .Merthyr Vale String Band played suitable sel^tioov-uncjijr -the con- 'ductorship of Mr. W. J'. Parfe1; "Mr: aild Mrs. Hiam-Lang occupied the sooond part of the programme each evening, and contributed amusing and interesting sketches, among which were the laughable sketches entitled, "Burg- lars" and "Tong(ue)s and Poker," which cap- tivated their audiences. Neither time nor lab- our was spared to bring the concerts to a suc- cessful issue, and a good sum will be realised, which will be handed over immediately the ac- counts are closed to the Homes. The follow- ing, in addition to those already mentioned, are to ba congratulated for their efforts, viz. Messrs. B. M. Thomas, T. Edwards, J. O. Jones, A. Diss, O. Gould, Rees Lloyd. W. T. Morgan, J. D. Jones, Richard Jones,. A. MM" shall, Stephen Evans, William Hopkins, J. S. Roberts, D. Davies, and others. Mrs. D. K. Draffin, Mrs. T. Williams (Fern Bank) and Mrs. B. M. Thomas, as, president, treasurer, 1 and secretary respectively, worked most assidu- ously. and are deserving of the highest praise. The head teachers and their assistants also con- tributed to the success of the concerts. On Thursday evening, Mrs. W. T. G. Marsh, one of the vice-presidents, presided, and spoke of the work, done in the homes for the sicu, crippled, and homeless little ones. .P.S.A.—Since the formation of the P.S.A. Brotherhood, which was started two years ago by the Rev. James Thomas, pastor of Mount Hermon Congregational Church, the "Society has been the means of doing good to various little charities by donations, and also by pro- viding young men with books. The Society is self-supporting, sclf-sacrificing, non-political, and non-sectariar On Wednesday evtming a supper was held, and was well attended by members and their Jrjends. After supper a 6hort programme was provided. The Chairman (Mr. David Price) having expressed the plea- sure it gave him to be present to preside, de- livered an address on the aims and methods of the movement. He said he was sorry to find that in this locality the P.S.A. had not flour- ished as elsewhere. In his opinion sectarianism was the root of the evil. Sectarianism was sap- ping the vitality out of Christian life. He hsvd no sympathy with those sanctimonious peo- ple who were bound by the shackles of secta- rianism, The work of Christ was not the found- ing of innumerable overlapping sects, but the establishment of the Brotherhood qf man. Every professed believer in the Fatherhood of God must believe in the Brotherhood of man. The P.S.A. movement,, was not antagonistic the churches, but was founded to etaunch the odns of working men from the churches. .It was fan honest attempt/to meet the difficul- ties of the democracy^ of mis country. We, as ■Ti\ristian people, had, for too long a period .-voided social questions as if they were tainted vrith leprosy. From party politics the churches must keep studiously aloof. But social condi- S were essentially within her province. The .issues involved were moral and spiritual. The whole truth about the teaching of Christ was this—it was a spiritual message with a social application. The P.S.A. had been established to help the churches. It was to give their un- fortunate brothers and sistera a better oppor- tnnity to live a full life that this movement • existed. It was a fierce fight. It was a fight of right, against wrong, of^ truth against false- right against wrong, of. trUth against false- hood, of joy against misery, of righteousness I against sin. He appealed to aJl present to be- come members of the branch. Men and women were needed. He hoped that this P-S-A. would be abundantly blessed in the sphere of work it had undertaken. Miss Ethel Jones, of Bryn Taff, sang "My Hand is on tlw Door, and then the Rev. Aman Jones, of the Welsh Con- gregational Church of Aberfan, gave an ad- dress. He spoke of the necessity of each mem- ber taking an active part in the work of the P.S.A. Mr. Fred Homeyard gave a recitation, "A Common Sailor." Mr. Homeyard was ap- pointed president of the Society in 'September last. Mrs. Thomas gang "A Little Talk with •Tesus." after which Mr. Price moved a resolu- tion thanking the deacons of Mount Hermon Chapel for their kindness in lending the chapel, the ladies who waited at table, and to aU who had taken part in the programme. A vote of sympathy was passed with Mr. A. Young, of Merthyr, who was unable to address the meeting as intended on account of illness.

PENTREBACH. CANTATA.—On Monday evening, at the New Hall, the Graig Choral Society, Abercsnaid, assisted by an orchestra under the leadership of Mr. E. A. Evans, organist oi St. Peter's Church, gave a successful performance -tinder the conductorship .of: Mr. John Skym of the cantata Faith Triumphant: or the Healing of Naaman the LePér." The spacious hall was almost full. The stage was artistically adorned with oriental plants and flowers, and the performers, arrayed in Eastern costumes, were so skillful and effective that the old heroes, dead and buried centuries ago, seemed to have sprung to life 'again. The characters were represented by the following :—Queen of Syria, Madame Growcutt Thomas (soprano); wife of Naaman, Miss Cassie Davies (mezzo soprano); Hebrew maid, Miss Myfanwy Skym (contralto); Iran, a young Hebrew prophet, Mr. Christmas Evans (tenor), Naaman, Champion of Syria, Mr. J. P. Davies (bass); Syrian priests, Syrian people and Hebrew captives.

Troedyrhiw Chamber of Trade. The monthly meeting of the Chamber was held on Tuesday night. The Rev. Peter Williams, vice-president, presided over a good attendance of members. The secretary (Mr. W. Adams) read letters received from the Town Clerk, re the Willows as a recreation ground; from Mr. Isaac Edwards, of Dowlais and the National Chamber of Trade; and from the Abercynon Chamber of Trade, asking for, the support of the Chamber in petitioning the Great Western Railway Co., to issue fortnightly tickets to the North on Mondays as well at Fridays.—It was decided to support the petition, and the secretary was instructed to write to the Great Western Railway Co.—The secretary brought forward the question of the need of a larger culvert under the road leading to the old reservoir. The present culvert is not large enough to take the volume of water which runs down after heavy rains, consequently the water overflows on to the road, runs across the tram- way and down into Henry Richard-street, causing great inconvenience and damage. The secretary waa instructed to write to the Town Council asking them to make the culvert larger. Satisfaction was expressed by all the members at the fact of the Council having commenced the footpath in Cardiff-road.

At a meeting of the Newport Guardians on Saturday it was stated that an inmate of the Workhouse, named James Sully, owned three houaes in Essex, and it was decided to charge him 10s. per week during the time he had been "in residence."

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TROEDYRHIW. C.E.M.S.-A, meeting, of the Church ot England Men's Society was held-at the Parish Church, on Tuesday evening. A large iiunibeJ of members are now enrolled, and a I great cLa) of enthusiasm is put into the work b- th« members of the loc al branch. BIBLE. SOCIETY.—A pnblic "M^TINF of the Troedyrhiw Auxiliary of the British and Foreign Bible Society was held at Saron Hall, on Tuesday, In. the absence of the Vicar (Rev- Foter Williams} the meeting v.-as presided over by the Rev. J. W. Price (Saton)..Alter the business was dispensed with the" Rev, D. -Eurof W altera (late-of Market-square Congregational Church, ( Merthyr) the newly-appointed secretary of th« ] South Wales and Monmouthshire District, addressed the gathei-,ng, He gave interesting facts of the work accomplished. The Rev. D. E. Da.vies (Moont Zion) also spoke. FOOTBALL ACCIDENT. Cardiff Mackintosh were entertained by Troedyrhiw on Saturday in a guarantee match, and an evenly coiltested game was the outcome, tHe homesters scoring the only goal of the match in the last minute of the game. Just arter the start of the second half '"Sweet'' Court, the -Macks left half, in attempting to stop an opponent, sustained a serious, but quite accidcntal, injury to his ankle. Medical yid was summoned, and it was found that he had broken leg, 31$#; .above the ankle. After the was'carried to the station on an ambulance, and on arrival at Car* diff was conveyed to bis home in a cab. On Sunday morning he was taken to 1 he Infirmary, and detained in whe.t fe. known, as the ""Toot- bailors"' ward. otherwise the Insole Ward. Troedyrhiw Club will probably arrange a bene* fit m^tch for Court. ST. DAV £ D'S DAY.—-TSiere HEING nb united effort to celebrate St. David's Day in a pl blio manner, it was left to the.,gcholhrs snd tea iiera I to honour the Patron Saint. Thohing stafi explained the object for which the day waa set apart. In the aftcrnocfi -thss /scholars Ttera given holiday. The pungent leek, vasYcry much in evidence, children having no objection to its being fixed in the breast. A supper waa held at the Crown Inn, after which appropriate speeches, songs, etc., were rendered by-Mr, David James, who presided, Mr. Eitzjerald* Mr. James Davies, Mr. Joseph Jones and others. Some few years ago great enthusiasm prevailed and excellent meeting were held. This .'yeai no organised effort was rn.ide, 'the day being allowed to pass unmindful of what Welshmen owe to their Saints It would he both usefvl and edifying to young and old if the more prominent towns people in the district were to put tilcia heads together and give the national more prominence in the future.

♦ —- Mountain Ash County Council Nominations. For Penrhiwceiber, Dr. Ben Phillips Zxs (L.) and the Rev David Jones (L.) were nomiix ated, but the latter has withdrawn, bo be under the imprewion--tha the doctor's nomina,, tion paper was invalid as be is not a bougoo, bolder. Dr. Jones is' therefore retrrrned un- opposed. For Abercynon, the candidates arej Dr. L LL Moms (L.), Mr. James Evans, Yny& ybwl, and Mro Henry May; (Lab.).

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