The Rhondda Leader

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0,^ Nantymool. Hi?!1 °f Horii', *pe a,nnual tea and entertain- 2, baptist Church was k\< Tlip c?edlngs as usual drew a large C? bombarded by f«>, "ond 1 ? r tea-drinkers, reminding nients ma fsl,ione(l tea-fights. The "m h' tlie wi, r the occasion were ad- Ww^'itch. 'n,('e proceedings passing with- Su '.V attend )vant,s the inner man 'W8, jeaiipo \i to the following ladies An' Mi\s il Edwards, Miss Bertha Ik, 1le", Mr. U^ Miss S. James, Miss M. Mi«i\rClatw°rtby, Miss M. E, ll0vtA. Howfi A • Navies, Miss Taylor, M. Mr^ It, 1 tTs'Mrs- w- Evans, Mrs. U,i'1')y Me'o', and M*ss Meredith, <y-lCn R. G. Ford, W. V'lij,a", atl(i 1 • John,— Harnett, James Evans. The provisions ,HH> C«-OT>PV !-ghost order, were supplied WJ"' SocietY' aild Ml- J- h W'vi°ns ;,vr'n,,hlas as brewer" exceeded rWii.1110'1 akd' recoi(l- The following V ])"' ''lice o,. rendered valuable services Nih!0!jyei'. J RS' J' T)avies' J- Gregory, Hh a iiiisonn ■ Evans. In the The l|0v "aneous entertainment was thv10* of ft 1' Mathias, the vener- ltiiilli|.1f|'i;u, -i,^1 .J Chapel, in the capacity Mth '1^ %iP ie(' himself in his usual ^n, I'PfittfJe,].' ''he programme is here- ^itan ''0rJ nio 1 Verture, Master S. Oakes; ;»C!!°hV'JS nature free," Choir; HUf DH|V » V^'(len." Miss M. J. Cook; ;>JialogUeM^ M. M. Davies, Hon. |'UL ,fb\ 1{. n r HOAV Sapper spent his A iv. '^iDoni, 01<1 and friends selection v At l^0' Military Band," Pri- K't i.T1?8' a"d "Hen Wlad fy feadioi" Mathews; song, "The o'lit A niy heart," Miss Mabel K Wt 5j8a<le » v!1' The Charge of the A foaUlint erl^ j' Gregory; song, Acs 8 1J. T to ,sea» Choir; pianoforte j3." ft tjAtlesk; dialogue, Mr. G. > t> j))e SeorofS ^nale, Lead -kindly th' h Conductor and Organ- 1 f,er|teti ,avi«s, r, \r: J- Evans and Miss M. ■■ tlje Stlf^ ^lv%) are to be compli- Ah. leV wm.?68? entertainment l%i^ent f ve,l «° indefatigueably. aSSKar't, th! fa,d,el,lorable n ture occurred a'Ks Het- Nam of Mr Kk'hard Phillips, l!afc tlie oiiTn'' on Monday last. It ^e>to nk-^vhiclf had playing with Yin ^di„ out 1 its eye, causing N. ^car^; The little o e is under r- D. J. Thomas, Nant-

^•s^6he,,be,,t- f > any quantities. House -EHKKBERT. 26 lJet¡ e Itlllti I"c y hh 'trteo h J' kl ^ioV- *Ltl0ZdW> the preachers Ne^rta e'A^iverrin ^eniel, Carmarthen; S'<>a°l;.and the ^ev- w: °n eaol/,1 Powerful discourses \S- t0 lar^e co°greg»" tll kb ar i were made at each ^1| l^cle 1 ai'e <ju .1 ) ere made at each f\>U i^thl'fj' t() n°te the rapid ad- h6\r ^aenk e°rchv 1 •' T* Jacob, who is OT'«Sb* sS' ^ng the son of Mr- S faitUf„V lre°rchy, one of iored Oftii }bers. The Rev. L^1„AV,I 9> takii in .1888> and was "ll\(i6VfiMre' Her^i ? ?rst charge at lih t5'en x ,Ually aoot le )aboured success- S a «ali t0 Peniel, I? thnc. ^Htle,llfl,, een ^or two years, ^kl }>•e^eetinps, ^r?V(?d a host in Htci with'n, i8 ewed himself Kls« IloVal^hf best- i Ing, at a ale phoir had in- u erid of tho g meeting at 4\S iiVe faUen fhprese,nt nionth, but i tK»h 8 arUn^0US owing to the Nftitivu Sir dTi P^ce on a "WhiUfu inclined to l ^SWeL e date in6 authorities re* fe??4io/b^03d( t« h ,B^I>tist) ^0h^JUst o^la. •where hp0-111 tlle distant Jti(j ,%hE^F Mr«, AUFCH. TU 5 18 Pastor of an ^) Hit e<i ton ,^Ce> Butp fev" gentleman ^N! nMo?ber of tLtrlet' a faithful Ma^of v8staVaA;ile above church, Si8 fathers Sfl i?-has not lost mUchap^%a^MiSCour^

I ess tea H0 to Dar-foi iar86 aum- ? tables w r the £ °od N f o'lHeS by tyere Presided E'J f £ u<rns n W, \r 3 -Mrs x> Herbert, oi°^s \¥rs EvaS' a¥1ss Ber" \\i\ aV ^Irs "Wiiif J ^rs David 1 Si]v Clent Biivs Richard t? C 8°od ^Ter Band ^Perintendent MS* «SV*5w Vve now com: bS' wives funds **r gatbe ^d children. rd On Wednesday evening, the members of "Dr. Barrett" Lodge of the R.A.O.B. ac- companied by the Cwmparc Silver Band, paid the Treherbert Buffs-"Major Lewis Lodge-a visit. A cordial welcome awaited them there, for it may be depended that when Buff meets Buff there are, invariable most hearty greetings.

Pentre. The legretted announcement has been re- ceived of the retirement of Captain R. C. Dyke from the Fire Brigade, and at present the members are in a delemma. We cannot say what has prompted the genial and respec- ted officer to take this extreme course, but the breaking of his connection with such an important body after a period of excellent de- votion to duty has brought a calamity upon the brigade. Captain Dyke has been intima- tely connected with the brigade since the formation about eight years ago, acting as lieutenant for the iirst four years, and being subsequently elected captain on the death of the late Dr. J. R. James. Captain Dyke has proved himself (as with the volunteers where he is also captain), a most able and efficient officer, a strict disciplinarian, and commanding respect from all quarters. The Sunday School Anniversary of Zion English Baptist Chapel took place on Sun- day, when three services were held under the auspices of the Sunday School. In the morning the chair was occupied by Rev. D. G. Morris, the genial pastor ofhe church, in the afternoon by Mr W. Bundy, and in the evening services were again con- ducted by Rev. D. G. Morris. Recita- tions, dialogues, and solos were rendered by the children, assisted by the choir, under the able conductorship of Mr J. Davies. All the meetings were very successfully at- tended. The children were trained in an excellent manner, and did credit to their tuition. Collections were made at each service in aid of the church funds. On Monday the school held a public parade through the chief streets in the neighbour- hood. Afterwards they returned to the chapel where tea was provided in the most elaborate manner. The ladies serving were Mrs Richards, Mrs Mason, Mrs Stradling, Mrs Gale Mrs Jones and Miss Temperance Bees. In an adjoining field innocent games were indulged in, and sweets were freely distributed by members of the church, the most conspicuous being Mr W. Bundy, the superintendent of the Sunday School. In the evening. a public meeting was held at Zion to present the minister with a large pencil drawing of himself. The chair was occupied by Mr Baker, one of the deacons of the church. Solos and recitations were rendered by Miss Mary Williams and others Then the presentation was made by Miss E. Carpenter and Mrs Gale. The Rev. D. G. Morris responded in a pathetic speech, and referred to the good feeling that existed between pastor and flock, and wished it would continue. Mr A. M. Howells, the secretary of the church, then gave a pithy speech on the good work at Zion, and said thfit the church was more prosperous now than ever it had been. The choir also ren- dered some fine glees under the able baton of Mr J. Davies. The usual vote of thanks terminated one of the most successful meet- ings. The report of the Rhondda District Coun- cil's annual outing will appear next week.

Ton. Mr Willie Andrews, of Gelli, Ton-Pentre, obtained no less than five prizes at the recent distribution at Trevecca. He was bracketted first in the open Hebrew. In our list of successful ambulance stu- dents of the Ton-Pentre Ambulance Class last week we inadvertently left out the names of Mr. John R. Jones and Mr Fred J. Jones. Mr Seth J. Morgan has received a letter from the "Daily Mail" acknowledging the receipt of cheque for £ 0 16s. 8d., to the K-iplmg Poem Fund. This was the money collected after the singing of the "Absent- Minded Beggar" at the recent Ton School Children s Concerts, which were held at the Drill Hall, Pentre, reports of which, have appeared in the "Leader." The Ton and Pentre Glee Society, under the conductorship of Mr Dan S. Evans, ex- perienced the hardest of luck at Cilfynydd eisteddfod. They were far and away the best party present, their opening of the test-piece, "The Beleaguered,, being really magnificent, but as unfortunately, some- times happens, after a brilliant opening they went slightly out of tune, and could not recover themselves in time. They were therefore hopelessly out of the competition. They should- still keep in mind that Rome was not built in a day, and continue to persevere, adopting as their motto, "Nil Desperandum," when we predict for them in the near future a brilliant success.

Ystrad-Rhondda Rev. T. Williams, curate of St. Stephen's, Ystrad Road, had a paralytic seizure on Tuesday night, and now lies in a precarious condition. Very recently the reverend gentleman buried his wife.

Clydach Vale. On Saturday last, the mortal remains of the late Mr Richard Spencer, who met with a fatal accident at Blaenclydach Colliery by a fall of the roof, were consigned to their last resting place at Trealaw Cemetery A large concourse of people came together. An united choir sang several hymns in a most pathetic manner on the way to the burying ground. The Rev. B. D. Johns (Periander) officiated at the house and at the cemetery. At the graveside after the usual church service, Mr Johns referred in feeling terms to the good character and great popularity of the deceased. Much sympathy is felt with Miss Williams, the fiancee of the departed. The anniversary services of the Mount Zion Eii English Wesleyan Sunday School were held last Sunday, when three services were held. The morning one was presided over by Mr T. James, while Messrs A, Saunders and J. Clarke presided in the afternoon and evening respectively. Recitations, dialogues, &c., were given by the scholars and the choir under the conductorship of Mr G. E. Williams rendered special hymns Miss May Williams and Master Wm. Thomas accompanying. On Monday the children paraded the principal streets, and on their return an excellent tea was given them at the chapel. In the even- ing a public meeting was held at which addresses were given by the teachers and friends. The Sunday schools of Saron Independent and Calfaria Baptist Chapels held a joint out- ing to Barry Island last Monday. The large number of excursionists enjoyed the day im- mensely, the weather fortunately being very fine.

Tonypandy. The Balance Sheet of the Town-Hall Co., Limited, Tonypandy, has just been issued, It appears that during the year a profit of £ 152 lis. Id. has been realised. At the annual meeting of shareholders to be held on Thursday next, the directors will recommend payment of dividend at the rate of six per cent.

Penygnaig. Mr J. H. Jones, Schoolhouse, Penygraig, writes to say that the fire at the schoolhouse was completely put out before the police arrived, by Messrs. Hill, Davies, Obadiah Williams and himself; though Sergeant Neads promptly appeared on the scene. No damage was done to the furniture or anything in the house a little of the woodwork on the roof only being burnt. Promotion.—-Mr David Evans, surface foreman of the Naval Colliery Nantgwyn Pit. has been made chief mechanic of the Naval Collieries.

Williamstown. NAZARETH, Trewilliam. Traddodir DARLITH yn y Capel uchod Nos Fawrth, Gor. 24ain, 1900, gan Miss Sarah Rees (Cranogwen). Testyn:—"Ann Griffiths" (yr Emynyddes Enwog). Tocynau Chwe' cheiniog yr un. Dechreuir y Ddarlith am 7 o'r gloch. Yr elw i leihau dyled y Capel.

Dinas. We deeply regret to record the death and funeral of Mr David Thomas, chief mechanic of the Naval Collieries for many years. Death resulted from a fall deceased had Whitsuntide. He had been ailing for many weeks, and on Tuesday, the iiva inst. he passed away. The funeral took place on Saturday. His remains were conveyed to Trealaw Cemetery. His funeral was one of the largest witnessed in the district;' among those present were Mr W. W. Hoodj Mr Gilmour and Mr Tom Evans, Glamorgan Collieries. On his coffin was a very beauti- ful wreath presented by the surface officials and workmen of the Naval Collieries. The Rev Davies, Porth, and Rev. T. George, Dinas, officiated. Deceased leaves a widow who is the sister of Mr Taliesin Hopkins, Porth, and five young children, all of whom have the deepest sympathy of the districts in their sad bereavement.

Gilfach Goch. The Calfaria Sunday School on Monday went on their annual outing to Aberavon where they spent the day by the seashore. When they left by the 7.10 train in the morning it, looked like rain, but luckily it cleared up beautifully, and everything turned out in their favour. Praise is due to the stationmaster for the manner in which he provided accommodation. It may be adaed that the 7 o'clock train will con- tinue running cturing the summer months. Un Wednesday a concert was held in aid of Mr Wm. Keys, who has been disabled for the last two years, the artistes being from Gilfach. jciveryone seemed pleased with their singing. Mr G. Evans, M.E., occupied the chair, and testified to the pleasure it gave him to preside in a good cause. A vote of thanks to the chairman brought a very successful evening to a close.

Porth. At the meeting of the Porth Liberal As- sociation at Seion Baptist Chapel, it was proposed that a joint committee be formed oi the South and East Glamorgan districts of the Liberal Associastion. A general meeting will be held shortly to discuss the advisability of the same. The arrangements for bringing about the meeting are in the hands of Mr Robert Davies, Station Street, and Mr John Powell, Porth Farm. Mr Dd. Powell was chairman. Porth can boast ot having about the only public singing councillor in the person of Mr Jpseph Brooks, who sang in the "Lead er' concert on Saturday week last. There are now in Porth, besides "the men in khaki," two brave members of the Naval Brigade belonging to her Majesty's ship, "Powerful," who did such good work in the defence of Ladysmith. The funeral of Mr Williams, Parade, who died so suddenly, took place last Saturday at Merthyr Vale. The Rev Mr Davies, Aberfan, officiated. The anniversary of the English Congre- gational Chapel was held on Sunday last. The following were the chief artistes qf the day —solos, Mr Tom Farr, Mr Dewi Da- vies, Miss Bowen, Miss Davies and Miss E. M. Davies; recitations, Master Morgan Parry, Master Wesley Edmunds, Master Wyndham Matthews, Miss Lizzie Parry, M. A. Jenkins, Miss Robins and Miss A. M. Goldsworthy. The members of the Welsh Independent Sunday School had their usual outing on Monday last. The trip was to Barry, and in spite of the shaky weather in the morn- ing a large number went to enjoy them- selves for a day at the seaside. Rev. Owen Lloyd Owen is the pastor. With deep regret we announce the death of Mr Richard Thomas, son of Mr William Thomas, Porth Shop, which occurred at the Bridgend Asylum last week. He was buried on Wednesday afternoon at Tonyr- efail. Deceased had been an inmate for many years, and acted as a warder up to the time of his death. The Higher Grade,, held at the vestry of the Welsh Methodists on Pontypridd Road (kindly lent until a Higher Grade School is built), was opened on Monday last, scho- lars from Porth, Ynyshir, Cymmer and Hafod attending. Mr Grant, Penarth, and Miss Morris (Intermediate), are the master and mistress respectively. On Thursday, there was a marked dilter- ence in the populous streets of Porith, owing to the large number of excursionists who had left the place, either for Barry or Penarth. Three Sunday Schools had their outing on this date, viz., Calfaria Metho- dist, English Congregational, both of which went to Barry, and Seion Welsh Baptist, who went to-Penarth. The schools were closed in the afternoon owing to absence of children. The Porth shop assistants also held their annual outing on Thursday, and drove to Llantwit Major. Over 50 of them letv, which, taking into consideration the aspect of the' sky at the time of starting,, was a very good turn out. They had games ana cricket to suit everyone on the meadow near the sea. A very happy time was spent by all who went. On Thursday night the Juvenile Choir of the Welsh Independent Chapel, Cymmer, gave an excellent performance of the popu- lar cantata of Dr. Parry's entitled "Ym- gom yr adar." The singing and reciting were good throughout. Tabernacle English Baptist Church held their annual anniversary and tea meeting on Sunday and Monday. There were good singing and reciting-throughout. The Sun- day School bearing flags and a large banner paraded the principal streets of Porth and Cymmer on Monday afternoon.

Maerdy. Mr W. Edwards, cashier, and Mr Jenkin Jenkins, builder, both of Maerdy, proceeded on Thursday last to Madeira for their sum- mer holidays. Mr Edwards, whom we un- derstand was suffering from the effects of overwork, has gone hence to remedy the same. We sincerely wish them bon voyage and trust they will let us stay-at-home Maerdyites know a little of sweet Medeira We suggest a lantern lecture; subject, the Canaries, next winter. A meeting of Maerdy Co-operators was held this week, and we understand that efforts are about to be made to establish a grocery branch at Mardy. The butchering department of another Co-operative Society in the place has been recently closed. The yearly meetings of Bethania Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Chapel, Maerdy, were held on Sunday and Monday, when sermons were delivered to the usual large congrega- tions by the Revs. Peter Griffiths and Mor- ris Morgan, both of Swansea. Alcohol, the well-known culprit, was ar- rested at. the Maerdv Hotel, Maerdy, by P.O. 222B J. Thomas, on Thursday, and was brought up for trial on charge of robbery, and murder in the Court of Public Opinion at the David's Hall, Maerdy, on Thursday evening. Appearing as counsel for the prosecution was the well-known temperance advocate, Mr Tennyson Smith, whilst Mr Thomas Phillips, solicitor, of Cardiff, ap- peared for the defence. The case was heard before his Worship Probert Evans. After a lengthy hearing the jury found prisoner guilty on both indictments, and sentenced him to have his neck broken.

Ferndale. The Ferndale Prize Brass Band intend holding a grand concert on Thursday even- ing, the 19th inst., at the Tudor Hall. There will be an excellent programme. The proceeds of the concert are towards defray- ing the expenses of the band in competing for the "Championship of the world" at the Crystal Palace, London. It seems that pleasure seeking is now the order of the day, and many trips have been arranged by the various Sunday Schools for that object. On Monday the Trerhon- dda Sunday School had their annual outing to Barry. There were about 350 gay trip- pers and a happy day was spent, although the weather was not all that could be de- sired. On Thursday last Penuel C.M. Sunday School likewise had their annual outing to Barry Island. The weather in the morning was threatening anu dreary, but "old King Sol" made his piercing rays felt ere the destination was reached, A most enjoyable day was spent, and all were well pleased with the day's enjoyment. The shop assistants also, on that day, journey to Weston and Ilfracombe. It was unanimously agreed by all that they had had a very fine trip. On Sunday evening at the North Street Congregational Church, it was announced that Mr Lewis Richards, of Merthyr, until recently a student of the Presbyterian Col- lege, Carmarthen, had accepted their call to the pastorate of that church. We wish both church and pastor a long and pros- perous career.

Smoking Concert at Pentre. Honouring Local "entlcmen in Khaki." An excellent smoker was held at the Woodfield kiotel, Pentre, on Thursday even- ing for the benefit of Private Jacob Davies (one .of Ueneral Kelly-Kenny s Division), who has been invalided home in consequence ot a uullet wound received at the historic battle of Drietfontein. The room was most lavishly decorated with bunting, streamers, etc., whilst the large portraits of the Queen, "Bobs," Kitchener Baden Powell, and the inscription "The Gallant 41st," sur- mounted by a goat's head made one full of patriotism. A special leature 0 f the smoker was the raised platform on which were seated four of our noble "Gentlemen in Kllakl. They were Private Jacob Da- vies, mentioned above, Private Harry Jones, Bryn Gwilym, Heolfach; who re- ceived a gunshot wound at Drietfontein; Private William John, Pentre, invalided home on account of enteric fever and Pri- vate Edmund EdmundSi Abercynon, of the Coldstream Guards, also invalided home on account of enteric fever. The highest of praise is due to the hostess, Mrs Harries, and to both Miss Griffiths', and they are to be highly complimented on the elaborate preparations. The chairman was Mr W. Broad, whilst Messrs Brm Williams and Isaac Bowen most ably acted as accom- panists. The programme was as follows: pianoforte solo by Master Willie Harries, Woodfield Hotel, who was most appropriate- ly dressed in a khaki suit; Master Harries also gave a splendid rendering of "The Ab- sent-minded Beggar" song, "The old folks at home" by Mr T. J. Williams, which was loudly applauded; solo on the brass whistle by Mr i-l. John, the undefeated champion whistler of Great Britain. Mr John played three solos with variations and received vociferous applause and encores; comic song, "Getting larger, by Mr John Rees. As an encore he gave "Popping em in." Song, "Only a fern," by Mr W. Rees. This was loudly applauded and encored and he responded with"The Soldiers of the Queen." The Bros. Rees now rendered a most pathetic duet, entitled "Master and Man," and received a well earned encore. They responded by rendering the last half of the duet again. One of the best turns of the evening was now given by Mr Wyndham Jenkins, who gave an excellent rendition of the song, Tis hard to say Good-bye." His rendering was so beautiful and pathetic that Qne of the gentlemen in khaki was visibly affected tears being plainly seen in his eyes. Needless to add that Mr Jenkins was encored, and he responded by giving another excellent song, "The women at the bar." Mr John Evans now rendered "Queen of my heart" in splendid style, and was loudly applauded. The next item was the patriotic song, "The Young Brigade," which was rendered in the best possible style by that favowrite baritone, Mr Wil- liam Thomas (Llew Aman), he again re- ceiving loud applause. Comic song, "Didn't get a look at 'em at all," by Mr W. Wil- liams, Pentre (at Mr BeJQhn, barber). ]\lr David Lloyd next appeared and gave a comic ditty entitled "Hooligan's Mule," which created roars of laughter, and loud cries of encore. To this he responded by giving a most amusing stump speech,"What are our young men coming to." This was excruciatingly funny, the facial contortions alone being worth going miles to see. Messrs Ben Hopkins and Isaac Bowen now gave a splendid rendering of that favourite duet, "Sleep gently Deva," and were loudly applauded. Song, "Let me lite a soldier fall," by Mr Ben Hopkins. This was capi- tally rendered and much appreciated. The final item was a eomic representation of the Irish housewife, Mrs Muggins, in the song "My first wife," by Mr J. Rees which was encored, he responding with, "I persuaded him." There will be another excellent smoking concert at the Griffin* Hcitel, Pen- tre, next Thursday. Amongst others pre- sent we noticed the following: -Messrs Brin Williams, Tom Miles, John Griffiths, Emlyn Evans, W. Jenkins, John Thomas, Pentre; McPhearson, G. Jones, Geo. Sage, Charlie Davies, butcher, Pentre; Emerson Jones, Tom Williams, Joseph Be- van, Jenkin Hopkin, Geoffrey Taylor, Tom Jones, John Evans, Richard Morgan, James Jones William Morton, W. H. Morris, Da- vid Morgan, Lewis Jones, Sam Isles, Tom Haywood and J. Nicholas.

Glamorgan English Congrega- tional County Union Meetings. The above meetings were held at Hope Congregational Chapel, Pricetown, Nanty- moeJ, on Wednesday, Rev. J. H. Williams, Bridgend, presiding The meeting began at 11 a.m., Rev. J. Morgan, Llanbradach, opened with prayer. The minutes of the last meeting of the Union, held at Hirwain, were read by the secretary, Rev. J. Morris, and confirmed. Plans for a new chapel at Llanbradaeh were snbmitted and alterations suggested. The following churches reported having extended calls to new pastors :—Caerphilly, and Wood Street, Cardiff. A notice of motion regarding the admission of non-trained ministers to the Union was given by Rev. J. T. Rhys. Rev. J. Williamson, M.A.. Cardiff, read an elabo- rate and valuable criticism on Dr. Starbuck's "Psychology of Religion," commending it to the favourable consideration of all religious workers. In the discussion which followed, Rev. J. T. Rhys, Pontycymmer, criticised the book as being unscientific, unphilosophic, and not in harmony with the teaching of the New Testament. Revs. J. Morris, Gwilym Jones, Tyssil Evans, W. G. Jenkins and others took part in what proved to be an interesting and prolonged discussion. The afternoon meeting, which began at 2.45, was attended by a largely increased audience. Rev. J. James, Dowlais, read a paper on "Christianity and Church Member- ship." Addresses were delivered by Piofessor Evans, Revs. T. D. Mathias, J Gwilym Jones, W. G. Jenkins, Joseph Williams, J. Morris, J. Williamson and Solon Rees. The subse- quent discussion which was keen, and pro- longed until nearly five p.m., was followed with wrapt attention by the audience. In the evening sermons were 'delivered by Revs. W. G. Jenldns, B.A., Pontypridd and J. Solon Rees, Aberaman,

Location of School Board Offices. Public Meeting Protests against Removal. A public meeting was held on Tuesday evening at the 'Pentre church schoolroom to protest against the proposal of .the School Board to remove their offices to Porth and against the proposal of the magistrates to transfer a large portion of their business to the same place. The chair was occupied by Mr. E H Davies, J.P., Brynlieulog, Pentre. The meeting, which consisted of householders and tradesmen of the district, was well patron- ized, and many fiery speeches were delivered on the subject, but it was confined mostly to the removal of the School Board offices. The chairman in his opening remarks explained the position, and said that the Board had passed a resolution to build new offices at Porth, owing to their present accommodation being inadequate for the conduct of their business. Mr Richaid Morris made a few pithy re- marks on the subject, and protested against removing the offices simply for the convenience of a few members in the lower portion of the Rhondda Valley and Rhondda Fach. Un- doubtedly, a great deal of time was Avasted at Porth by members of Rhondda Fach; but, the question was Where they ready to throw upon the ratepayers another heavy burden, simply to suit their own convenience' ? Mr Thomas Watkins, Pentre, asked the reasons of the School Board for removing the premises, Rev. W. Lewis, the Vicar, in answer stated that the removal would be convenient for the minority of the Board, while to the majority, it would mean more inconvenience, and he further stated that he could not enter into further discussion on the subject as lie was a member of that body himself. Mr John Rees, Maindy road, agreed with the other speakers. He asked if it were an offence to go into an expenditure by removing any institution? He answered "No," if the object in so doing would more than compen- sate the expense but he could not see what they would gain by removing the offices to Porth. The removal would mean an enormous expenditure to the ratepayers. Then, why should it be done ? Why should they be burdened with an unreasonable taxation, only to support the selfishness of a few members, and give them better facilities ? He estimated that about £ 10,000 would be required to build suitable accommodation at Porth, whereas the District Council was ready to provide for them at Pentre, for much less cost. Additional schools were often required in the district by the overcrowding of the population, but he could not see this whim of some members answering any purpose, and if this removal would be allowed it would be a lasting disgrace to the ratepayers of Pentre and district. Mr John Jones bach in his usual origi- nal manner, criticised severely the ambition of a few members. He remembered when no train was available in the country for chapel or school, but now people could travel all over the country in two days nearly. He thought that the expenses occurred in constructing the new road across the Penrhys mountain would be of advantage in bringing both valleys near each other, and suggested that it should be used more frequently in walking over to attend School Board meetings at Pentre, hence the delay at Porth could be averted. Mr D. W. Jones, solicitor, then asked why should the business of the magistrates be transferred to Porth ? (To this the chairman replied that it was only temporary, and could soon again be rectified). Mr Caswallon Edmunds also made a few remarks to the same effect. Mr Dan Thomas wanted to know what did the School Board mean to do with the present building ? The Chairman' could not give a decided answer, but said that £130,000 having been raised out of the ratepayers upon the rateable value, what he wanted to know was bow could the burden be made lighter, and not add another particle to it and make it heavier. The following resolution was then passed "That this meeting, consisting of ratepayers of Pentre and district, do most earnestly protest against removing the School Board Offices to Porth." This was carried unani- mously, and to. further the object of the meeting, a committee Avas formed consisting of the KevTV. LeAvis, vicar; Messrs Richard Morns, J. Rees, T. Timothy, C. Edmunds, J. Jones, T. atkins, Dan Thomas, Crawshay Villa, with D. W. Jones, solicitor, as secretary.

Funeral of a Bodringallt Colliery Manager. The remains of Mr. Rees Morris, Forrest House, Ystrad-Rhondda, were interred in Treorchy Cemetery on Saturday afternoon, when an exceedingly large concourse of people wended their way to Treorchy to pay their last tribute of respect to the memory of their departed friend. The deceased gentleman, who was but 58 years of age, was an old resident, having resided in the locality since a young man. He Avas most highly respected and universally liked by all who came in con- tact with him, as the genial sub-official of the Bodringallt Colliery. He was of a kind tem- perament, quiet, and inoffensive man. aMUCII sympathy is felt for the family, more especially for the bereaved widow, Mrs. Morris, and family, who have been deprived so suddenly of a devoted help-mate and kind and indulgent father. He will be sorely missed at Bodrin- gallt Chapel, where he was a faithful member as well as in the home. The cause of death was an apoplexy fit, with which he was seized whilst going his second round of orders on the preceding Tuesday morning; death taking place soon after his conveyance home, where he passed peacefully a%vay, to the great sorrow of his family The coffin, which was con- veyed in a shellibiere, was laden with a beautiful wreath, sent by the officials of the colliery. The funeral arrangements being successfully carried out by Mr. Howell Williams.

Poole's Myriorama at Portht A visit to Poole's at the Town Hall on Monday night last was the eye of many thousands that thronged the vast hall, to witness without a doubt the masterpiece or all the "Poolee" that has ever visited this town. A myriorama, a variety entertain- ment and a circus provides the programme which is before us. and lasts three hours without a break. The tour is started in Scotland, the scene selected being Loch Katrine, and with a hop skip and a jump we are here, there and everywhere, not forgetting to witness the scene of the great battle of Waterloo, to which special praise is due. This set, alone must have cost Mr Poole some thousands, for never has such a spectacle been witnessed by a South Wales audience. During the evening several scenes are shewn connected with the Boer War. These prove very interesting and so realistic are the pictures that one would almost imagine he is on the battlefield it- self. The Battle of Elandslaagte is worth the money paid for admission. Here we see the charge of the Gordons and Devons in the face of a terrific fire from the Boer battery. The charge of the 5th Lancers through and through fairly brings the house down. We even see Major Harry Wright although wounded in the foot, quietly smok- mg his pipe and watching the progress of the charge. Mr Charles W. is certainly the most up-to-date of any of the Pooles that have paid us a visit, not only has ne produced the latest events in the Boer War, but has just added a faithful and most true representation of the leading part of Pekin, viz.. Circular Street. First we see it il- luminated for the feast of lanterns, and then by a marvellous dioramic effect it is changed into broad daylight, showing the scene of the intense anxiety which must be felt there at the present day. Passing from the Myrioramic part of the entertain- ment, we have before us Poole's perfect organization which produces some of the most famous exponent the stage can show, special praise being due to Harry Stewart, Essmann (who is a juggler of remarkable skill, Miss Daisy Graham gies a very imaxt performance with her highly traine pigeons, not forgetting the member of the canine race "iNap," whose turn, creates roars of laughter. The Artells are very smart at their business at the bar. This turn recently appeared before the Sultan of Turkey, and were presented with a medal which can be seen in a local shop window. Leonard and Mack in their funniosities. create great mirth amongst their auaien^ti and are brought back over and over again- Miss Rose Ruby, a vocalist sang a descrip- tive song entitled "That's what I call & man," which gives great satisfaction. Jes- sie Florence gives a ten minutes entertain- ment in the shagp of a "Dance Lumiense and last, but not least, is Poole's Evento- graph (the latest improvement in the Cine- matograph), which is decidedly the best machine we have seen in the valley, pro- ducing as it does pictures taken on the spot in the present war* A very fine film is that of Aladdin, lasting as it does for two minutes. The finishing picture is en- titled "A terrible night," and it has justly been named. The whole is wound up by a complete circus, comprising educated ponies and several turns, including the Ladas troupe, Bros. Satella, and many others, concluding with the American rid- ing machine, shewing how circus riding is taught. A visit to this big show is honest- ly worth three times the money paid for ad- mission, and we should advise our readers to avail themselves of the opportunity to- morrow (Saturday) night. We may men- tion the myriorama opens for a week's stay fu Public Hall Treherbert, on Monday, the 16th inst.

Sad Death of a Dinas Man. Drowned at Porthcawl. On Sunday morning, Charles Davies, of Apple Tree, Dinas, accompanied by some friends, started on a cycling trip to Porth- cawl, intending to pass a day by the seaside. About two or three o'clock in the after- noon, however, their enjoyment reached a very sad ending. They had hired a plea- sure boat from William Brcwn, boatman, but within a few minutes after leaving the shore a sharp gust of wind caught one of the sails of the boat and threw her over on one side. The occupants, in their confu- slOn, rushed to the wrong side of the boat thus completely upsetting it and placing themselves in a position of extreme dan- ger. The boatman and one of the men swam ashore, but the other occupants of the boat, not being able to swim, had to climb about the keel of the boat and wait for help. The throng of visitors and sailors on the beach witnessed the occurrence and in a short time boats were put off to aid the unfortunate men. Help, however, was too late for poor Davies who, tired out with the exertion, had relaxed his hold and sunk to the bottom. The others were all fortunately saved, and after being brought on shore received every attention from the authorities and quickly recovered. They searched with drags for the body, but were unable to find it for a long time. How- ever, it was at last discovered and brought home to Dinas on Tuesday evening with the 5 o'clock train, where it was met by a large number of deceased's friends, and conveyed to his home. The funeral took place on Thursday afternoon, and was largely atten- ded by friends and sympathisers. At t inquest a verdict of accidental death returned. Much sympathy is felt in district with the young wife and two small children who have lost their cxiie y port, at a very early age.