The Merthyr Express

LOCAL INTELLIGENCE (CONTINUED.) THE REV. W. PRYDDERCH, SWANSEA, will oillciatc at Pontmorlais C. M. Church next Sunday, at 10.30 a.m. and 6 p.m. ALL MEMBERS OF THE LA+E TYDFIL GLEE SOCIETY arc requested to attend a spocial ir.eet- ins at the I.L.P. Institute, on Sunday next, all 4.45 p.m.E. 11 owlands, secretary. I SCIENCE and ART EXAMINATIONS, JMERTJIYR CENTRE.—Students ■who wish lo sit as externa candidates at the forthcoming examinations ol the Board of Education, at this centre, are requested to make immediate application to the special local secretary, Education Offices, Town Hall, Merthyr Tydfil. THE W ORKHOusE.-)fr. D. J. Williams, the master, acknowledges receipt with thanks of the following for the use of the inmates Literature.—Mr. W. G. Stone, 5, Park-terrace, Merthyr Mr. Harry Finley, 7, Highland View, I Twynrodvn Mrs. Hooper, Union-place, Merthyr; Masters Gilbert and Trevor Bowen, 5, Gle'oeland- street; Librarian, Arcade Free Librury. PROPOSED JOINT ASYLUM.—On Wednesday a deputation representing the Swansea. Corpor- ation, met a committee of the Merthyr Corpora- tion at the Town Hall, and discussed the proposed scheme for the establishment of a. Joint Asylum at Cefn Coed, Swansea, particulars of which were given in our last issue. Terms were arranged, subject to the confirmation of the respective authorities. THE MUSEUM.—On Sunday last, the day | Nun" fine, -no fewer than 1.117 persons i-sited the art gallery at Cyfarthfa Castle. Now that the Museums Act has been adopted by the Corporation steps are being taken to procure additional gifts or loan of art treasures, and the secretary, Mr. Isaac J. Williams, will be pleased to receive offers. Letters should be addressed to Mr. Williams at the Town Hall, or the Castle. WORKERS' EDUCATIONAL, ASSOCIATION.—The usual weekly meeting of the above was held at the Town Hall on. Friday. Alderman T. J. I Evans read a paper on Sir Walter Scott. There was a very good attendance, those present being much interested in the recital of the principal facts, of the distinguished anther's life. Alderman Evans dealt at length with Scott as poet and writer of fiction, pointing out his chief characteristics. Extracts from his most popular romances were given and much appreciated. Mr. Kemp presided. Mr. Fleming, M.A., and Miss May Evans also took part. GIRLS' FRIENDLY SOCIETY.—On Tuesday the Princess of Wales attended at the Queen's Hall, London, to receive the purses which mark the completion of the efforts of the Girls' Friendly Society to raise to sum of £ 20,000 for its lodges and homes of rest. The Archbishop of Canter- bury said the members, associates and workers of the society now numbered 307,000,scattered throughout the world. The bearers of purses v. ore a small silver and green leek, given by Miss Douglas Pennant. There are branches of tho society at Cefn, Cyfartlifa, and Penydarren, and Miss Violet Jones, of Cefn, presented a course containing f50 on behalf of that branch. The total amount contributed by the society out of the £ 20,754 was £ 19,585. • PRESENTATION AT THE POST .OFFICE.—The staff of the Merthyr post office met on Monday evening, in the ladies' room, to express in a practical manner their best wishes for the future welfare of Miss Woodward, who is leaving the rost office at Merthyr to take up the nursing Profession at Birmingham- The Postmaster, Mr. S. D. Gay. presided, and presented Miss Woodward, on behalf of the staff, with a purse of money as a token of the esteem in which she vas held. He also expressed in a kindly manner the regard which the whole st-ag had for the recipient. These sentiments were reiterated by Mr. Stockwell, Mr. Stagg (Dowlais), Mr. Mitchell and Miss Hughes. The pleasant ( social relations which existed between the postmaster and his staff, were also emphasised. Miss Woodward suitably responded. The ladies, under the superintendence of Miss Howfield, provided refreshments, and a very pleasant evening was spent. Miss Tilne y contributed to the musical part of the entertainment. ST. JOHN'S, P EN YD ARKEX --Th e annual tea and concert were held in the Mission Hall,Peny- darren, on Tuesday. The proceeds were in aid of St, John's Church building fund. The concert commenced at 8 p.m., and the follow- ing artistes took part, all having kindly given their services:—Miss L. Evans (the Dorothy), Mr. Kent, Mr. E. Evans, Mr. Shoot, Mr. A. Ryann, Mr. H. Evaos:(witb ln3 dancing doll), Messrs. Charlie Newton, — Shepherd, W. Mason and w. Davies, in two elsetchei, Ratified Sam Bartlett,. Swindler and curse ot Drink"; Messrs. Á;, Powell and D. Jones, banjoists selections by the Cyfarthfa Orchestral Band. conductor Mr. H-Llewellyji violio solo, Mr. Llewellyn, junr. piccolo solo, Mr. Bollcn. Mr. Llewellyn Nicholas was the accompanist, and Mr. Albert Thomas and his woll-tralncd choir, gave selections. The arrangements for the concert were carried out by Mr. Albert Thomas, Mr. Llewellyn Nicholas and Mr. A. Ryan. Mr. J. Blewit and Mr. T. J. Kent also gave assistance. PENUEL, TwYNYRQDYN.-r-On Tuesday even- ins a very sau :essful soiree, in connection with t]1(> above was held in the s hoo'ro'om, and was well attended. The tables -were artistically decorated and were presided over by the following ladies:—Mrs. Bobbins, Mis*es M. Davies. Maapie Davies, Mrs. M. Bees, Mrs.' W. Jones. Miss Flossie Pickford, Miss May Morris, Miss Summers, .JlissJ Frartiis, Miss Katie Morris, Mrs. Rees, Mrs. Foulk'e'g and Mrs. M. Williams. Later in the ev«Hicig;# concert was held. Mrs. Morgan Williams (Graweoydd) presiding. The following contributed to the procrannno Solo, Mr. T. M. solo. Miss Gwladvs Lewis: mandoline solo, Miss Tvdiil '38) Robbins song, Mr. W. D- Davies: duet, Miss May Morris and Miss Evans; recitation. Miss Gwladvs Lewis solo, Mr. n. D. Roes renillion, Mr. E. D. Jones and Mr. J^H Williams. The accompanists were Mr. W. J. Reon and Mr. Willie Morris! The concert."tetuiiinatcd by singing the Welsh Natiotial Anthoni. Willie Jones and Mr. Rees D. pe^sai-.ted as secretaries. PATRIARCH-BARD DEAD.—r-Tho i.i r red at Workington (Cumberland), this week, at the age of 85 years, of Air. William Ivander Griffiths, a bardie patriarch and founder of Workington Eisteddfod. Mr. Griffiths went to Workington in 1872 and established tinplale works. A whole colony of Welshmen followed him, and they made the town the centro of all West Cumboriand's musi- al movements Griffiths won many hoagvr.s ill the musical world. He was iiu:si-al ad-iulicator at the- Welsh National Eisteddfod at Mertbyr, in 1881. Mr. Griffiths was a llatíu of Aberaven, hisl father bc-ia Mr. Manuel GriRiths, a colliery agent at Cwniavon. At 19 ho became con- nected with the Pontardawo Tinplato Works, in tho Swansea Valley, and in 1365 he formed a company to '>se the Ynyspenllwch Works, being ;ied diio?tor and general manager. He also took a leading part in re- opening Messrs.. Crawshay's large works at Treforest. He was one of the first mothers of the Iron and Steel Institute, established at Birmingham, in 1869. He married in 1857 Miss Winifred Walters, the daughter of the late Rev. John Walter; of Ystradgynlais. MARDY Hoi "IT AL.—During the month of February 28 patients were admitted to Mardy Hospital suffering from scarlet fever. The majority of cases, the Medical Officer says, were from Merthyr Vale. Only one case of typhoid remained in the hospital on February ytolj; and the patient has since been dischofgied. Sr." supper was held nt the Constitutional Club oh Wednesday night, in honour jof St. David's Day. Mr., and. Mrs. Chamberlain provided a capital spread,.(and there was a largeoom'panv. A concert followed, Mr. W. W. Meredith presiding. Songs were rendered hy Messrs Daniel, McMeekin, Max Wohrly and George Jenkins; Mr. C. A. Harris gave a recitation: Mr. Isaac P. Evans.gave selections with a powerful gramaphono, Mr. Arthur Berry contributed a cornet solo, and Mr. T. Rhys Lewis, who ha3 just returned from South Africa, gave a selection on the violoncello. Mr. Gwilym Lewis was the accompanist. The toast of "Our Patron Saint" was proposed in an able speech by Mr. Meredith, for which he was accorded hwarty thanks and cheers, on the motion of Mr. T. Nibloe (president), seconded by Mr. W. Craig (vice-president). A similar compliment was paid the artistes on the motion of Mr. E. Jones seconded by Mr. Percy Morgan. Dcring tho evening Mr. Xibloe presonted I prizes to the winners of the billiard handicaps. THOMASTOWN RECREATION GROUND.—At a mooting of the PllLJi Works Committee of the Corporation, on Tuesday night, Alderman D. W. Jones said that some time ago the Committee passed plans for the erection of houses on lajad adjoining the Thomastown Park, which when erected, would be detrimental to the Council's property. The houses were brought to almost I within a few feet of the boundary fence of the Park, and he thought it would be impossible for the premises to be occupied without some arrangement being come to between the Council and the estate, as the railings belonged to the Council. He hoped that in future, when such plans were prepared and presented, the officials would visit the site and report such facts. In this case he suoposed the w.c.'s would be against the railings of the Park, and if the tenants kept poultry they would get into the Park and spoil valuable property. He thought it his duty as the Chairman of the Parks Committee to draw attention to the matter. Iíe moved that the uep-ity-Surveyor prepare a- report upon the matter.—The Chairman Do yon allege there has been a breach of the bye-lav, s —Alderman Jones I think it will be fonnd there is a breach.—The motion was carried. SHILOH TOWN MISSION IIALI..—Last SUNDAY evening a special limo-lieht service was held in this mission hall, when beavliful picture sloiies j were shown illustrating the Leath and Resurreo- tion of Jesus Christ and illustrating Xcwmnna inspired hymn, Lead, Kindly Licht." Two solos were excellently rendered by Miss Blodwen Jenkins, and two selections vere played by the Mission Orchestral Band. Rev. H. O. Hughes, the missioncr, conducted the service. The congregation was unusually large, and the service was most impressive throughout.—On St. David's Eve a successful knife-and-fork supper was held, followed by a miscellaneous entertainment. Upwards of two hundred sat at the tables, giving the ladies who presided and all others a, busy time. The repast was much enjoyed by all present. After supper an interesting programme was gone through, consisting of vocal and instrumental solos, and amusing items, also several selections by the Mission Orchestral Band. At the close votes of thanks were accorded to all for their services. The provisions, all of the best quality, were kindly given by sympathetic outside friends. The members of the Mission Church feel deeply grateful to all those friends for their kindness and generosity. Y.M.C.A. LECTURE.—On Tuesday night, the 1910 session of lectures under the auspices of the Y.M.C.A. was opened at Tydfil Hall. when Mr. F. Lambert, F.R.G.S., gave a most interest- ing and instructive entertainment. Notwith- standing many counter attractions the lecture attracted a large attendance. Mr- Lambert I' gave a description of a nine weeks' cruise in a tramp steamer up the Mediterranean, sailing from Cardiff and returning to London, visiting i en route Gibraltar, Venice, Palermo, seaports I in the Adriatic, Messina, etc. etc. The exquisite pictures of seascapes, sunsets, moon-risings, star-spangled skies, the luxuriant palaces, cathedrals, churches; the magnificent views of mountain scenery, sea-shore, towns and villages, all combined to present to the eye a feast of colour and grandeur impossible to describe in cold print. The lecturer gave a most vivid portrayal of the scenes through which ho sought to carry them. Frequent bursts of applause greeted the lecturers' descriptions as he carried his audience from scene to scene, showing the rapt attention with which they were following, and many found it difficult to restrain their enthusiasm. Mr. Tudor Evans rendered capital service as operator. Without doubt the lecture was the finest lantern lecture given in Merthyr during the present season. DEATH OF MISS E. YVILKINS.—We have to record with deep regret the death of Miss Emma Wilkins, stationer, who kept the stamp office in Gle'e eland-street until very recently. Fee eased was the eldest dlluhter of Mr. Wm Wilkins, who, for many years in the middle of last century was head post-master at Merthyr. After his death she and her sister carried on tho stationery and book-selling business in the old shop oppo- 1 site Lloyds Bank, until the reconstruction of j the premises half-a-dozen years ago necessitated I removal into Glebeland-street. Her health i had been failing for some time past, and she i had only just completed tho disposal of her stock and retired from business to reside at Clevedon, when she became seriously ill, and died at her new home on Monday last. She will be mourned by a large cirele of friends beyond the immediate circle of her own family, which bas been narrowed by the hand of death in recent years. She was a most amiable lady and oieryoro who knew her in private life or in business connections held her in great esteem for her never-failing kindr.css and courtesy. She was a life-long member of Wcsioy Church, Pontmorlar, where her departue from the town was sincerely regretted, and her demise, so soon after, will be deeply lamented. The remains were brought to Merthyr for inter- ment at Cefn cemetory, on Thursday afternoon. We tender our sincere condolment to the members of the family, and especially to her only sur- viving brother, Mr. Chas. Wilkins, the historian of Merthyr, and her sister, who has been her life-long companion, with whom she had a special bond of attachment. INSPECTOR OF MIDWIVES.—Nurso R. A. Thompson, inspector of nridwives under the Corporation, has just issued her monthly report, in the course of which she states :—" I am glad to report there was no case of puerperal fever during this, month. Sixty-five notifications have been received from midwives, notifying their intention to prac tice during the coming year. Out of the total twenty-three are qualified, having passed an examination, including Mrs. Margaret A. Thomas and Nurse Ruth James, who had scholarships granted them by the Council last year. During the month 225 births have been notified, ciobt were registered and not notified. In the majority of cases I found the births attended by neighbours, and others by women who acrry on the work, but are not on the roll. On and after April 1st none of these women will'be allowed to carry on the work. and circulars have been sent to them aU. warning thom aainst e ontinvill the practice after that date. 1 have visited 115 homes ofj infants during the month, and have come across three infants who have needed medical attention, i advised the mothers and I am glad the three have been attended to. I discovered one case of ophthalmia, in which the midwife had obtained medical assistance, but one of the child's eyes was totally blind. Eight re-visits have been paid with good results, but in two cases I found the children in a deplorably neglected state. These cases I reported to Dr. Duncan, who has since referred the cases to Inspector Starr, N S-P.C.C. Two cases of child adoption were discovered, and were reported to the Clerk of the Guardians, and one case of overcrowding at Dowlais, there being two families in one house, which was in a very dirty state and contained an infant of five weeks old in a sadly-neglected condition. I reported the house to Inspector Jenkins. In all cases pamphlets were left and instructions, were given in regard to the hygiene of the home and the feeding of the infanta. During the monthI have visited three homes of consumptives, and in all cases I found them clean, but very poor. All three had large families, and were in receipt of parish relief. The patients were advised, if possible, to sleep alone, and to take precautions in the disposal of their sputum." ,r-

Man can dispense with much but not with men.- Bonic. The body of Jam?? Jenkins, a iravo'.im^ fJ.111 nel seller, of Swansea, who had been missina: for several days, was fouuci on Monday on the sands at Llanfitephai). [

THE CEFN CEMETERY OUTRAGE. NO TRACE LEFT BR .ND. A special meeting of the Cemeteries Com- mittee of the Merthyr Corporation was held at the Town Hall, on Friday afternoon, Aid. D. W Jones presiding. The meeting was calied for the purpose of receiving the report of Mr. Meredith, sexton of Cefn Cenietcrv, with ro.- gard to the outrage committed on the previous Friday night or Saturday morning upon the mausoleum belonging to Sir W T. L«w\«, { The gun metal gates were fo'oe-.l open, a ho« was made in the thick, heavy door, the collin. of Lady Lewis wa$taken fro in iho plac- i ed upon the floor, and the lid knocket] off. The report of the Sexton stated that he !'J'V the m#ii$oleum at 6 o'clock on the Friday nigat, j and^eyerytiung wais; 'th'en ih perfect brdef. At 8 o'clock tho following' inbrning the discovery was made that, the mausoleum had been broken 'into. The lock of (lie iron gate which protects the iloor of .the jipanspleum had'TSefrt -broken and the door it.lf Sma-shed: The cof- k d.* fin containing the remains of Lady'Lewis had been removed from a shelf and placed on the floor, and the lid had been broken, so that the body was exposed. He and others who were first, on the scene came to the conclusion that the body had not been touched, and the cofiin was put back on the shelf and the damage.to the vault repaired. He at once informed the police at Cefn of the occurrence, and also gave in- structions for a message lo be sent to Mr. A. P. Jones (Sir W. T. Lewis's agent), TIio visit- ed the cemetery, and was followed later by Sir W. T. Lewis himself. Sir William had given instructions to build up the doorway of the mausoleum, and in the meantime police officers were on duty in-the cemetery day and night. The Chairman I understand the tools were kept on the Ffrwyd side of the Cemetery.- Mr. Meredith: Yes; in a disused cabmen's shelter. The tools in that shelter were not locked up. Four men had been working in the cemetery on Friday, and left their tools there. The tool shed next to my house is kept looked, and I keep the key. The men did not begin to work until 9 o'clock on Saturday morning, as it was so stormy—one man had to walk three miles and another man two miles. Mr. Meredith added that he found the mattock in the tomb; one end of it was sharp. The instrument was not damaged. It was no doubt known to people who visited the cemetery where the tools were kept. The workmen could be n any day carrying the tools to and from the shed. The Chairman Had you seen any suspicious j characters about the cemetery?—Mr. Meredith: No. Recently there had been a good many poachers about there. I try to keep them away as much as I can. The Chairman: Poaching for game, were they? Mr. Meredith RnLbits. "It's a lucky id) didn't hear the tomb being broken inio,, he added, "or somebody would be dad." lie thought the outrage was committed by move than one man. Though there were no C!MV footprints which would have assisted the police in tracing the robbers, there were signs that the turf had been disturbed in the vicinity of the tomb. The shelf in the vault, upon which the.coffin rested, was only about six inches from t ho floor. Councillor Dan Thomas: It is possible that nrio man could have lifted the coffin?—M; Meredith: It is possible; but I don't think that one man would have tried to do it. Chief Constable Wilson It is quite possib.- ono man did it, and I think it was the wor of one maI). Mr. Meredith: Some people thought thert word rings on the fingers, but Sir William: told mo there were no rings in the coffin. Chief Constable Wilson said that robbery was undoubtedly the motive. He visited the cemetery on Sunday in the interest of the Corporation, and also with the object of helping the Breconshire police. From what 11 he saw himself, and from what he was told, he formed the opinion that one man could have done the whole of the damage. Though no matches or candles might have been used he believed that the person who committed tha outrage must have had some sort of light. He came to the conclusion from the marks he saw on the coffin, which were so close together that it needed a light to see where to strike. He also concluded that it must have taken the best part of two hours to do the damage which was done to the gate and the door. Though neither footprints nor finger prints were to be found, he thought the police would eventually find out who had been there. The river had been searched, and also every nook and oorner of the cemetery, but the police were unable to find anything in the shape of a lantern. The Chairman said that the perpetrator of the &ct must have known a ood deal about the arrangements of the cemetery., He was neither a tramp nor a stranger, but a person who had knowledge of what was going on at the cem- etery. The committee ought to help the police to bring the offender to justice.—No resolution was passed.

Merthyr League of Young Liberals A well-attended meeting was held at the Liberal Club, on Wednesday, for the purpose of considering the advisability of forming a League of Young Liberals." Mr. W. R. Ed- munds presided. Mr. Hancock, of Cardiff, and Mr. Phelps, of the Cefitral Board, attended, and addressed the meeting, as also did Aid. D. W. Jones and others. County Alderman John Mor- ganproposed," and Mr. Evan Lougher seconded, that a branch of the League be formed, and the resolution was carried- unanimously. Pro- visional officers were appointed as follows: President, Mr. W. II. Edmunds; secretary, Mr. Den L, Jones, Celu; committee, Messrs. Fred A. Jones, T. W. Lewis, H. P. Jones (Beechwood), Aid. J. Morgan, Ald. D. W Jones, J. O. Morgoo, F, A. Phillips, Coun. Isaac Edwards, Talog Williams, and Percy Williams. Votes of thanks were accorded the speakers, and Mr. Phelps, in returning thanks, express- ed the opinion thafc the enthusiastic meeting was a good augury of a strong and successful branch being formed in Merthyr. Are yow Cooking for anything? if eo. a Want AcJ. iii our columns will set it for you.

St. Day at Merthyr. FES 1 L M ZOAR CHAPEL. LIAPEL. On St..David's ,Day a great singing festival was held at Zoar Chapel, p. choir of over 800 boys and girls of the upper standards of the Council Schools rondering well-known Welsh tuues, under the conductorship of Miss K. L. Thomas. All the schools were granted a half- holiday. The Mayor (Coun. F. T. James) pre- &ided, and he was accompanied by the Mayoress and Miss James. The chapel was crowded to Overflowing, hundreds being unable to gain admittance. This was the fourth celebration of St, Dftvid's Day in this form, and it is believed that Merthyr leads the way in organising such a festival. The Merthyr Cymreigyddion has done much to encourage the festival, and has given programmes to many districts outside the Borough, in order to show how the meet- ing is carried out. The celebration is managed jointly by the teachers and a sub-committee of the C'ymreigyddion, and the members of the Society are confident that without the hearty co operation of the teachers, the festivals would not have been so successful. Through- out, the singing was delightful, and elicited enthusiastic applause. After the rendering of "Glan Meddwdod Mwyn" by the ChOlf, the Mayor, in the course of a short address, said it was due to the spirit of nationality and love of country and lan- I guage t.-hat Welsh people met together in all parts of the country, and, Jn every clime, to celebrate St. David s Dfj.y' Much had been written and spoken about Welsh literature, and he was glad that the Welsh National Library was at last an accomplished fact. At that li- brary students would have, access to original and valuable manuscripts, and it was to be hoped that the result wovild be the publication of literature that had not yet seen the light of day (applause). He was delighted to hear such excellent singing of national songs. Two little boys from Hcolgerrig then sang Penillion, with harp accompaniment, in North Wales style, after which the Choir rendered "Rhyfelgyrcti Gwyr Harlech." Mtr, Wm. Harris then delivered a short ad- dress. He said there was an idea that one must speak Welsh before he could properly celebrate St. David's Day. There was no no cessity for any such thing. A man who could rtot speak Welsh could hare a good idea of the national feeling. It was true that the most illustrous Welshmen were those who had been brought up in the mother tongue, but everyone could not be illustrous. The "Cad wen o Alawon," by Mr. W. O. Jones, U.C.W., Morgantown, was next s-ing with harp accompaniment, and roused the en- thusiasm of all present. The Choir next sang Y Deryn Pur, "Codiad yr Haul," "Cader Iaris, "Breuddwyd y Frennines," etc. Sev- eral Welsh airs were played on the harp by Mr. Reggie Jones (Ap Corner), who is now a great favourite; a C'ymreigyddion meeting is seldom held without his attendance. The or- ganist was Mr. J. O. Thomas. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the Mayor and Mayoress for their kindness in be- ing present, on the proposition of "Pelidros," president of the Society, and seconded by the Rev. Wm. Eva/is, vice-president. Mr. E. R. William^ proposed vote of thanks to the minister and congregation of Zoar for the n of. the chapel, and the teachers for their co-operation with the Cymreigyddion Society in bringing the movement to such a sucoeasful isse. Rev. Rowland Jones seconded the mo- tion, which wa&rried, and the Mayoress suitably rcp%il. i;r" A most sucoessfvJLrneefing was closed by the singing of Wad fy Nhadau." Praise is due to the hon. secretaries, Messrs. E. R. Wil- liams and D. Morgans, for the successful way they carried out their arduous duties. On Tuesday, the steam roller belonging to the Corporation was bedecked with leeks and rib boos. Upon the front of the engine was a Princc of \Va!cf>' piumo composed of leeks, the woi'k-ot Nlrl James C; 0.1 Idi trie chief engine matk

Widening of High Street, Merthyr. PORTION OF OLD CHURCHYARD TO BE REMOVED. At a meeting of tho Public Works Committee of the Merthyr Corporation on Tuesday, the Surveyor (Mr. T. F. Harvey) referred to the proposed widoning of Lower High-street (oppo- site the. Star Inn), and said he had written to tho Rector of Merthyr asking him to make an appointment lo meet at the old churchyard Lororo the work was proceeded with. The jiln'TS of ro,intn-ment of the remains, which were buried in the land to be removed, must be settled, said Mr. Harvey, before the work was conunonocd, and ho thought that the Medical OC'cer and the Deputy-surveyor should. per- 2tJheÁ\<t:ffi.mhj Mr. -Eforrey also said Ih^t tho work of removing.j tlio 'oarth should l;o carried out by selected by the IT preseiit wall and raiifrigs' would not -iii) taMn down until the now wall was built. The im- provement, it was pointed out, would be pro- ceeded with in accordance with the recent Act of ParliaTrent.-It was agreed that the Mayor (Councillor F. T. James) and Alderman D. W. Jones should see the Rector with regard to the re-burial of the remains to be unearthed. Account Books in Great Variety, Size. Ruling, and Binding to Suit every Purchaser.—"Express" Office.

British Red Cross Society. A meeting has been arranged to take place1 at the Town Hall, on Tuesday next, the 8th inst., in connection with the British Bed Cross Society. Mr. Lynn Thomas, C.B., has promised, to attend and deliver an address, and his remarks will be illustrated by lantern slides. The Mayoress of Merthyr has tal-erl the mate:t up and a number of circulars, wi h an explanatory PaTil V-t have been sent out; but it is, of course im" if') to reach or invite all those interested by tjJi" means. Those responsible wish it to be known'that it is a public meeting, and that all who care to attend arc cordially invited to do so. The Mayor will preside. and the pro- ceedings are announced to commence at 8 o'clo U. 'H e objec t will to to form a Merthyr rand f w|ji I. It shoped that as many Temtópals Alr, attend as- possible, so that they imny fearirv-what ;MAKES** A>F' QETOSO1 engaged in war/ ^lembers of the" local Ambu- lance Corps will find the subject of great interest to them, and should attend in force. The duty of the British Red Cross Society is to provide only an efficiently-trained personnel; it has not to furnish equipment. The details and work of the society will he fully explained by Mr. Lynn Thomas in his address. The sub jest is of interest to women as well as men. Wo hope the meeting will be well attended.

Theatre Royal, Merthyr. Lovers of a I play have An op- P'.>criinit\ at the Tli« i'ra Roya! this week of j at wiuv- a Mi". rir« drama. • "J ha Gul who | Lost ho; by -Mr. Walter Melville a I Company. "CAN A WOMAN BE GOOD?" "Can a Woman be Good;"—that is the prob- lem or question to be solved in next week's pro- duction at the Theatre Royal. Mr. Tom H. j Taylor will present Mr. C. Watson Mills's in- I .to I toresting work, and playgoers will have an opportunity of fol:owing out the query to iti logical conclusion in a series of striking dra- uiaiic situations and scenes, the principal char- acters in which will be a number of ladies and f pntlemen specially selected by Mr. Taylor, iviio:-e efforts in former presentations have b?cn crowned with success. The company in- clude tho well-known artistes, Mr. Joseph Mil- Ltw. Miss Blanche St. Albans, and several others. Ir. Wat-son Mills has selected an in- teresting plot, and the dialogue will be found bright and crisp. Below is an illustration of one of the many scenes depicted in this suc- cessful drama.

TERRITORIAL FORCE. ORDERS FOR THE WEEK ENDING MARCH 12TH, 1910. 5TH BATT.. THE WELSH REGIMENT. Merthyr Detachment.—Monday: Recruit training, 8 p.m. Wednesday: N.C.O.'s instruc- tion class, 8 p.m. Friday: Recruit training, 3 p.m; Recruits enlisted and old members re-en- gaged on above nights.—(Signed) Frank T. James, Captain and Hon. Major, V.D., com- manding Merthyr Detachment, 5th Batt. the Welsh Regiment. BRECKNOCKSHIRE BATTALION. Cefn (G Company). Monday: Recruits' training, 7.15 p.m. Tuesday: Recruits' train- ing for night me, 10 a.m. Wednesday: Com- pany training, 7.45 p.m. Thursday. Recruitsr training, 7.15 p.m. Friday: Recruits' train- ing for night men, 10 a.m. Re-engagements and enlistments will be carried out after par- ade ort Wednesday. N.C.O.'s and men are reminded that all class firing is to be completed before proceeding to camp. — P. Williams, C.S.I., for C. Hore Ruthven, O.C. G Company.

5th Batt. The Welsh Regiment. On Thursday next, the 10th inst., at the Drill Hall, Merthyr, a grand concert will be given by the Battalion Band of the above regiment—a full military band, under Band master Alfred Turner, late of the Inniskillin Fusiliers. Colonel A. P. James, V.D., and the officers of the regiment have given their patron- age, and their Worships the Mayor and Mayoress (Councillor and Mrs. F. T. James) have' also kindly arranged to attend. Several good artistes have been secured, including-Miss Elsa Headon Owen (soprano), London, a gifted singer, and grand-daughter of the late Josoph Owen, Troedyrhiw; Mr. David Davies. (bass), the principal bass in the Royal Welsh Choir, who has just returned from a tour round the world, and who was a huge success everywhere he sang; Mr. T. Rhys Lewis, the eminent 'celloist, who is recognised as one of the finest 'cello players in the country, and who has been playing in Cape Colony and elsewhere during the last eleven years, and who has toured with Carl Rosa Company and other star combinations. Miss Maggie Gething, A.L.C.M., is an infant prodigy, and as a pianist is wonderful for her age. Her items will interest the audience. Mr. E. T. Davies, F.R.C.O., has very kindly promised to act as accompanist. In addition to the artistes there will be some solos by ex-army bandsmen, now members ot the Battalion Band. The prices are fixed at a reasonable figure, and it is hoped that the Band will be well supported, and that there will be a big house..

Merthyr Gas Company. I The forty-second annual general meeting of the Merthyr Tydfil Gas Company was held on I Wednesday, Mr. H. P. Linton presiding. Sta- tutory dividends were declared as follows:— At the rate of 5 per cent. per annum on the Five per Cent. Preference Stock, and 5 per cent, per annum on the Five per Cent Consoli- dated Ordinary Stock (less income tax) for the half-year ended December 51st, 1909. The directors reported that during the past year new gas works had been under construction on the company's freehold land at "The Willows," and the directors hoped that upon the comple- tion of these works considerable economy would be effected in the manufacture of gaa. The retiring directors, Mr. Henry Frederick William Harries (deputy chairman), and Mr. Vyvyan Hood Thomas, were unanimously re- elected, as also were the auditors, Messrs. Tribe, Clark, Cawker and Co.

The Property Market. ¡ On Tuesday Mr. H. Seymour Berry (of:Messrg. J. M. Berry & Son, auctioneers, Merthyr) sold by auction, at the Talbot Hotel, Tregarnon, several lots of property. A messuage tenement, farm and lands, known as Dolau, or Dolanglei- sion, and the fields held therewith called Bronant," in the parish of Lledrod, in the county of Cardigan, a freehold farm well- situated, and containing approximately 17 acres 19 poles of land, consisting of the farm house and seven fields, let at the yearly rental of £20, was sold to Mr. Morgan, Porth, for 1:565. A messuage or tenement farm and lands, known as Esgerfawr, in the parish of Lledrod, in the county of Cardigan, containing 24 acres and 3 roods, let at the annual rental of f.10 10s., went to Mr. W. Williams, Bronant, for £220. A field, called Caerhos (5 acrcs 1 rood), forming part of Ynysfach Farm, in th? parish of Lledrod, let at the annual rental or £3, was knocked down to Mr. Davies, solicitor, Aberystwyth, for the tenant, for E121 A farm and lands, known as Ynysfach, in I the parish of Lledrod, let at a rental of £9, the tenant paying the rates and keeping the property in repair, were bought by the tenant for JE321. Mr. John Wm. Lewis, Market-square Chambers, Merthyr, was ven- dor's solicitor. At the Porth Hotel, Llandyssul, on Wednesday Mr. H. Seymour Berry, on behalf of Mrs. Sarah Ann Richards, sold the following property :— A double-licensed pnbic house, garden and premises, known as G anmor'.yn Inn, in, the parish of Liandissiliogogo, in the county of Cardigan; Lot 2, a plot of land, in the parish of Llandissiliogogo, Cardigan, containing abont 8,128 square feet; Lot 3, a similar plot of land, containing about 10,200 square feet; Lot 40 a similar plot of land, containing about 10,20. square feet; and Lot 5, a freehold limekiln apd land adjoining the fields, were osld in one lot to Mr. Richard Davies, contractor, Llandyssul, for £ 1,145. The vendor's solicitor was Mr. John Wm. Lewis, Market-square Chambers, Merthyr.

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I Al the Fifth Attempt. THIRD ROUND OF THE SOUTH WALES SENIOR CUP. MERTHYR OVERCOME MARDY. The meeting of these teams for the fifth time in the third round of the South Wales Senior Cup competition attracted over 4.000 spectators to Penydarren Park, on Thursday, the day being beautifully fine. Both sides made alter- ations in their teams since they met last week. Mardy, who had the sun at their back. went away at a rare dash, keeping the home defend- ers busy for some. time. The homesters were slow in getting into their stride, the visiting halves paying close attention to the forwards. McDonald was the first to test Lewis, but found him equal to the occasion. They kept up the pressure for some time, eventually forcing a corner, which was barren. The Merthyr men paid their first serious visit to the Mardy end, when Knapp missed an easy chance from a centrc by Fisher, and Whittaker missed a nice opening just after. Merthyr. were doing better, but their play lacked dash. From a free kick close in, Jacobs drew first blood for Mardy. From the centre kick the visitors again be- came aggressive, and from a scrimmage close to the home goal, lAvi added goal number two for his side. Nothing daunted, the Merthyr boys made a raid into the Mardy territory, where a foul was given against the visitors for pushing, and from the free kick Kelly register- ed Merthyr's first goal, the three goals being scored within five minutes. Play ruled even for some time, off-side spoiling a nice chance for Merthyr. Lewis was several times called on to save, on one occasion cle.aring marvellously almost on the goal line. The Merthyr for- wards showed nice combination, Knapp and Llewellyn playing well on the right wing, the Mardy goal having two narrow escapes from well directed shots. After Lewis had saved a grand shot from Haldon, the home forwards got nicely away, Fisher putting in a capital centre, which D. W. Pavies headed into the net, bringing scores equal in the last minute of the initial half. When play was resumed, Whittaker put in a good run and centre, which was cleared. Tho homesters infused more life into their play. Pemberton, who was now playing outside right, crossed over to Whittaker, who got in a rasp- ing shot which Williams had difficulty in deal- ing with. Kelly and Pemberton were getting in some effective work which kept play at the Mardy end, off-side spoiling a promising rush. Merthyr were having much tho best of the play, and an exciting tussle took place in front of the Mardy goal, Williams saving on the line. A throw-up close under the bar was cleared and play went to the home half, but their visit was cut short by Davies, who cleared with a huge kick. Both sidas played hard, Merthyr having hard lines with several good shots. Haldon led the Mardy men in an attack em the Merthyr goal, his final effort being- cleverly saved by Lewis. The pace was teULng on tlw players, the game becoming quieter, and when time arrived the teams were equal. Extra time was ordered, Mardy first being prominent the Merthyr gial escaping luckily. D. W. Davies made a grand individual effort, I beating the Mardy halves and backs in easy fashion; but he was badly fouled near goal. A penalty kick was given against Mardy, Fisher finding the net with a lightning shot. After change of ends, Pemberton got in a clever dentre, which D. W. Davies headed part Wil- liams, making Merthyr 4 goals to 2. Mardy fought pluckily with the odds against them, but failed to improve their position, a very in- teresting game ending in favour of Mertbyr, who will now meet Ton Pentre in the senti. final The Merthyr team was the strongest that has opposed Mardv in any of the five games, I and they thoroughly deterved their win. Though beaten, Manly were not disgraced,- for they put up a gallant fight till the end. Lewis, the goal-keeper, fully maintained his reputa- tion, bringing off some fine IJ.Ve8 in the coolest manner. The backs, Thoram and W. Daviee, did well. Kelly, Llewellyn, and Churchill did splendidly; their smart tackling and judioious Biasing calling for special mention. D. W. avies was the hero of the forwards .Whittaker and Pemberton also doing well. Knapp and Fisher worked hard throughout. Williams, Lbe Mardy goalie, was thoroughly tested, and had no chance with the shots that beat him. Hugh Jones was the pick of their backs; Nash, at half, played a sterling game; McDonald, Levi, and Haldon being the best of the forwards. At the close of the game, a crowd of enthusi- asts showed their appreciation of some of the players by carrying1 them shoulder high from the ground to their headquarters. Lewis, D. W. Davies, and Whittaker received special at- tention, a tremendous crowd cheering them en route. The Merthyr Northern Union team are due at Hull to-morrow, but so many of the players are reported to have given back word that it is impossible to make the journey. It is aaid that W. Harris, Tom Thomas, D. B. Davies, Ted Jenkins, Norris, W. D. Thomas, pai Thomas, Paddison, and George Matthews have all inti- mated that they are unfit to play.

CEFN COED. PATRIOTIC CONCERT.-The memory of the "Patron Saint" was perpetuated by the mem- bers of the CJefn Library by holding, on St. David's night, what may be termed a patriotio concert. It was held in the billiard-room, which was full to its utmost capat-ity. Mr. Ben Jones presided. Appropriate songs were sung by Messrs. W. LI. Jones, Phil Beynon, Joseph Price, D. Price Williams, R. Watkina, David Morris, Ernest Dew, David Simob, John Grif- fiths, and Tom Evans. Whistling selections were given by Mr. Willie Jenkins (the librar- ian). Mr. George Rees sang in true Welsh style an old Welsh bpJlad, the chorus of which the audience repeated with gusto oyer and over again. Ana.musing speech having been delivered by Mr. Charlie Betterton, gnppejr was partaken of, when "The Immortal Memory of Dawi Sant" was proposed by Mr. Toni Lewis. The toast having been given, the air became resonant with the melodious strains of the National Anthem. This was followed by gramophone selections, the instrument, being lent and manipulated by Mr. Joseph Price (jun.). More songs having been sang, the Chairman, in a felicitous speech, urged upon the members the desirability of holding meet- ings of that kind, not only on St. David's Day, but also at other times, as it was absolutely essential, in the absence of other institutions in Cefn, that the Library should and would,

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Vaynor Cymrodorion Celebrate St. David's Day. The festival of the "Patron Saint" was en- thusiastically observed by the inhabitants of Vaynor, the arrangements cart-idd out by "Cymrodorion y Faenor." On Tuesday a sumptuous tea was provided at the Schools, Pontsticill, when a large number of membMo, friends, and the general public partook of an excellent repast. Mcsdames Ingram and Mor- ris presided at the tables, and were assisted by a large number of willing helpers. Tea beiiijj over, the concert, which has now become a« annual feature, was commenced. Mr. Thcrnaa Evans (president of t tie Society) cccupicd th*■ chair in the unavoidable absence of Mr. H. Vv v: Richards. After some preliminary remarks hf the Chairman, dealing with the life of N. David, and the patriotic oi, ,CHance of his fes- tival; all excellent programme was gon* through, tho following taking pant:—Mis; Bessio Williams, Emily Morris, Jane Williams, Mary Williams, Edith A. Harris- "Vera Wil- liams, C. Gwendoline Harris, arid Messrs. J Farr, W. Woodyatty W. Stanley Tho-, mas, Haydn Jenkins, ana 1.1 Llewellyn. Miss TydfiJ Jenkins also gav3 some violin solos, and Miss M. Rushe, Pontearn, acted as accompan- ist. A few competitions were held, with th.¡ following results:—Open eolo (for children un- der 151: 1, Miss Emily Morris; 2, Miss Eva Rogers. Impromptu speech (for children tin-, der 15): 1, Master Alva Morris; 2, Miss Daisy Morns. Mr. Matthew Owen, Cefn, was the adjudicater. The schoolroom had been effe- rated by the members, patriotic, mottoes in WeJ^h and the "Red Dragon" beinj* ro especially prortinent. Daffodils and leeks both Extensively worn, the former perhaps prcw dominating. After the customary votes cjf. thanks s» the artistes and the Chairman, the was brought to a close by, ffnging "Tien Wlad fy Nhadau."

DOWLAIS. MBBCHED r DB TEA, Carnegie Library, Mon» dav next, 3 to 7, 6d., in aid of Rescue Home. LADIES' CHOIR CONCEET.—On Thursday e* ening next, one of the greatest events in thtl musical world of Dowlais, for this season, M aay rate, will take place. Readers will r» member that the Dowlais Ladies' Choir wet-6 up to the London National Eisteddfod last yeal. and captured the first prize for ladies' choirs, .and that was high ecomium. This feat was very creditable to the choir, and also to the veteran conductor, Mr. Wm. Hughes. Th. choir will next Thursday give a high-class; musical treat, both vocal and instrumental. ail Bet-hania Chapel. The artistes are: Soprano, Madam Laura Williams. London; bass, Mc< David Hughes. London, with Mr. Wm. Henley London, as violinist. These with our local artistes. Mr. W. J. Watkins, F.R.C.O^ R.L.A.M.t and Master A. P. Hughes as a.0" compariist. HEBBON.—On Tuesday evening a perform- ance of "The Kingdom and the King" was given at this place by the Hebron Band 01 Hope Choir, conducted by Mr. John Lewisu Before the choir commenced upon their work-, n]. the Chairman (Rev. W. Ceinfryn Thomas) a nounced that by the afternoon's post lie had reo oeivcd a package with a note enclosed, asking him to present the contÆntsto- r. J. Lewi* the Band of Hope conductor. To the surprise of Mr .Lewis, be was presented with a. hancil some baton, artisticali engraved. Mr. LewAl responded, expressing his surprise at the un* looked for gift, and thanking the donors (wh ever they might be) for the token of their rM spect and admiration of him. After expressing a wish that he should live for many years td wield the baton with the Band of Hope Choirs- he at once called upon the choir to commenco the programme. The solo parts, etc., were f taken by Messrs. R. Lewis, T. D. Morgan^ Alfred Williams, J. C. Jonee, and F. Walker# j And iJj« Misses Maggie and Anne Hitchins. Th#. | cantata.was iilustratcd by lantern slides, Mesrti L Morgan Lewis and J Jones manipulating the lanbern. Messrs. Mordecai Williams and D. Miatnias were, the accompanists. The choi* and soloists were accorded hearty applause for their excellent renderings, and praise is due to the conductor for the splendid performance given. Messrs. W Hughes and Rees Lewi* were the secretaries.

The Dalai Lama is stated to be on his way to China, through India, to lay his complaint* before the Emperor. The import trade at Swansea Port durin, the past week was satisfactory, and the general exporta were exceptionally high. Eastbound Cunarders which leave New York on Wednesday will permanentlv drqp. the caN at Queenstown and use Fishguard. The election expenses of-the candidates for East Carmarthen were: Mr Abel Thomas, K-^V M.P. (L.), £ 727, and Mr. Mervyn Pee! (C.)b £ 1,183.

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I with a little co-operation, be a strong and iiv fluential factor in helping ilia young men of the village to lead good, honest, and sober lives. I Apologising for his inability to be present at the commencement of the-meeting, Mr. David Pric? gave utterance to the same sentiments. ■ r Mr. Harry Evans, who subscribed to tho p,& gramme by relating some amusing tales wh:<Jj elicited roars of laughter, and Mr., and -Vl-rii. Gcor"« Bees did all they could to make -4.4 celabration a success. Mr. Allen Williams r$jpjl the accompanist, and he also carried out tl. secretarial duties.