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Cwmparc.j
Cwmparc. On Sunday and Monday, the Soar In- dependent Chapel held its anniversary preaching meetings. The pulpit was oc- cupied by the Revs. D. Davies, Llan- harran, and R. J. Huws, Bethel, Arfon. The discourses throughout both days were of a high order. Collections were made towards the building fund. On Monday of last week occurred the decease of Mrs. Evans, wife of Mr. Evan Evans, Ystwyth House, Cwmparc, night- overman at the Park Colliery. The family have not long resided at Cwmparc, having been living until recently at Treorchy. The funeral was a very large one, the Rev. W. Lewis, Park (C.M.), officiating in the burial ceremony. Several hand- some floral tokens were sent by the wives of the officials of Park Pit, the residents of Regent and Rees Streets, Treorchy, and several of Mrs. Evans' old friends, signifying their sympathy and esteem in this manner. Deceased leaves a husband and two little children to mourn their loss. On Wednesday and Thursday the Cal- vinistic Methodists of East Glamorgan held their Cwrdd Misol at Park Chapel, Cwmparc. All the meetings were highly successful, and the preaching services on Wednesday evening and throughout Thursday (the Rev. J. Phillips, M.A., Tylorstown, Dr. Rees, Cefn, Merthyr, and other notables taking part) being largely attended. Refreshments for the inner man was provided by the church at Park, the tables being laid in Park Hall. The arrangements were in the hands of Mr. John Evans, the Schools, who also acted as secretary. -+-+- On Friday evening last the C.Y.M.S. held a farewell meeting in honour. of one of their members, Mr. Tom Ellis, who in- tends at an early date emigrating to America. The society assembled in force, fifty-two members sitting down to a fruit banquet," which was catered by Mr. Tom McLean. The tables were laid out in an excellent manner, and were adorned with choice flowers. With Mr. H. G. Prosser in the chair, the remainder of the evening was devoted to song and speech. The programme was as follows —Song, Sons of Australia," Mr. R. G. Jones; song, Y Mynydd i Mi," Mr. D.. T. Jones; duet, "Y Ddau Forwr," Messrs G. Jones and J. Evans; A Reading from Mark Twain," Mr. Tom Evans; song, "Veteran's Song," Mr. Noah Phillips; song, Belle Mahone," Mr. Tom Ed- wards; song, "iNicodemug," Mr. G. A. Lewis; song, Patsey Brannigan," Mr. W. J. Lewis; song, Dinah," Mr. T. Bartlett; song, "I wonder why," Mr. W. Jenkins. In the course of the evening Mr. J. Evans, on behalf of the society, presented Mr. Ellis with a handsome sil- ver cigarette case, wishing him every good and a prosperous future in very happy terms. Messrs. G. A. Lewis, S. Griffiths, W. Jenkins and Benj. Morgan supported. Mr. Ellis suitably responded. On Saturday evening the C.Y.M.S. tried an innovation in its proceedings, holding for the first time in its history a most successful eisteddfod, the competitions being of course confined to members. Mr. G. A. Lewis was in the chair, while Mr. H. G. Prosser performed tere arduous duties of adjudicator in both depart- ments. The competition for the prizes offered was very keen. and every item aroused considerable enthusiasm. The awards were as follow —Best solo, any male voice: Mr. Geo. Jones, who ren- dered Ora Pro Nobis." Best comic song: Mr. R. D. Evans, who sang "I'm Tired." Best impromtpu speech on "The advantages of being a member of the C.Y.M.S. Mr. Bert Gale. Best love letter: Mr. Dan Bassett, Owing to the numerous entries in each competition, two items were perforce abandoned. Perhaps the most interesting struggle of all was the test in general knowledge, twelve comparatively easy questions being asked by the adjudicator. Perhaps a list of the questions would be acceptable to our readers: —(1) Who is England's Prime Minister, and what.is his favourite sport? (2) Name the captain and vice-captain of the British Rugby at present touring Australia. (3) What famous actor died during the week, and name any drama he wrote? (4) Who wrote the following: Resurrection," Life of Gladstone," "Paradise Lost," "Sorrows of Satan'jp i (5) Name two Welshmen Knighted re- cently. (6) Why does an apple fall to the ground? (7) Why does a man become seasick ? (8) Who invented the telephone ? (9) What is Darwin's theory? (10) Name the greatest English newspaper. (11) Name a Bill before Parliament this ses- sion. (12) What is Free Trade? Some of the answers would bear repeating, the very unexpectedness of the queries often befo--ing a competitor and eliciting the most comical replies. Perhaps the most humorous shot was that of the young man who pronounced football to be the favourite sport of our Primate. To imagine Mr. Balfour in the heat of a scrum, or careering madly down the wing hugging the leather," fairly convulsed the. audience. The evening was hugely enjoyed, and no doubt a similar programme will be repeated frequently in the forth- coming winter. D. Thomas Ironmonger, Treorchy, for all the best makers' Tools for Joiners, Carpenters, Fitters, Plast- erers, &c., &c. 1604 FOR General Printing in an attractive and artistic manner, go to Evans and Short, Printers, Howard Street, Treorchy.
Pentre.
Pentre. The Rev. Thomas Davies, the pastor of Moriah Chapel, Pentre, tendered his re- signation to the above church on Sunday evening last. We understand he intends to leave the locality in about three months' time. We have been informed that the rev. gentleman has been offered several calls from various places, but, as yet, he has made no formal acceptance of one. We also regret, to learn that his health has not been of the best during the past year, and this may to some ex- tent be instrumental in bringing about a severance between him and a, church into whose affections he has wormed him- self so entirely. The expressions of re- gret which we hear on every side at the prospect of his removal is ample evidence of this. A minister whose ministrations in this locality have barely lasted five years, a man of undoubted integrity, with a jealous passion for his high calling, and whose sound advice and kind words were appreciated by all he came in contact- indeed, is it to be wondered at that the prospect of his leaving the district has produced so much depression and heart- ache among his faithful followers? -+--+- The question of clubs is cropping up again. Indeed, the subject had been so long dormant since the time when the churches made an united effort to cope with it-and nothing came of it-that we despaired of hearing anything more on this thorny question. But we were mis- taken. The old spirit of fight is yet burn- in- and who knows but that the victory may yet be ours. That the lull in the operations is over, and that the fight is again resumed, is seen plainly enough by the actions of all the churches in Pentre on Sunday evening last in nominating two representatives of every church and chapel in the immediate district to at- tend a meeting to be held at Nazareth Vestry on Thursday evening next. We understand that the object of the meet- ing is to formulate a plan to obtain the signatures from all who are opposed to these imported evils in a petition which is to be presented to the landowner, Mr. Llewellyn, Baglan Hall, Briton Ferry, to implore him, on whatever grounds he may possess, to banish these so-called political clubs. We await the result with interest. D. Thomas, Ironmonger, Treorchy, for warranted Table Cutiery, Razors, Scissors & E.P. goods. lo04 FOR Wedding Cards of the latest patterns, printed in a neat and artistic manner, go to Evans and Short, Printers, Howard Street, Treorchy.
Ton.
Ton. The Cambria Male Voice Party, under the leadership of Mr. Dd. Jones, held a public rehearsal at Ynys Park last Mon- day evening. This well-known party in- tend competing at the forthcoming Swan- sea (Albert Hall) and the Aberdare Semi- National Eisteddfodau next week. Their record in the past has been an excellent one, and we trust that they will prove worthy of their predecessors in bringing the honour and prizes to the home of male voice parties. The quarterly meeting of the Ton Co- operative Society was held on Saturday, July 16th. at the Society's Assembly Room. The president (Mr. Thos. Samuel) occupied the chair, and congratulated the members upon the flourishing condition of the society. The sales were L12,539 for the quarter, being an increase of £2,341 on the corresponding period of last year. The number of members was 997, being an increase of 41 in the quarter. The profit for disposal was £ 1,518. The balance sheet for the quarter was unani- mously adopted. The Treherbert branch was reported to be making good headway. The stocks were taken and accounts audited by the Co-operative Wholesale Society, Ltd. Messrs. Morgan, Lewis, and Hedditch were re-elected on the committee of management. -+--+- Another of the series of open-air tem- perance meetings was held on Sun i ly evening last, when the Rev. Esger James (Maesteg) and Mr. John Charles (Ton) gave splendid addresses. There was a good attendance and splendid enthusiasm prevailed. Mr. Dd. Davies sang a selle" entitled Little Mary," with great effect. Rev. E. W. Davies conducted the pic- ceedings. -+- -+--+--+- The following candidates were success- ful in gaining their first mining certifi- cate of the Science and Art Department: —David John Thomas, S. Tudor Jones, John J. Rees, Samson Rosser, William Jones, Herbert Williams, Wilfred Bundy and Gordon C. Dunn (First Class). We congratulate the class and the teachcr (Councillor Ed. Jones, Ton Institute) in gaining such a good result. Yet, con- sidering this a mining community, we evidently find that the large proportion of the young miners are very slowly ap- preciating these classes, which are estab- lished jointly under the auspices of the Technical Instruction Committee and the South Kensington Department. We trust that the efforts of the local com- mittee during the coming session will be crowned with success in relation to mining as well as other subjects taught. .0 0 0 An inquest was held at the Ton Library on Monday last, before Mr. R. J. Rhys, coroner, and a jury, touching the death of John Jones, 79, Ton Row, who was fatally injured at the Ton Colliery on Thursday last. From the evidence given it appeared that the deceased was en-
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T realaw.
T realaw. We are glad to note that Mr. Hum- phrey Ellis, B-A., is now an M.A. (Welsh University), Mr. Ellis was a pupil at Penygraig School under Mr. J. W. Jones. Then he entered Cardiff University; thence he became a teacher in a Cardiff elementary school, and is now in Brecon County School. He is the son of the Rev. M. H. Ellis, Trealaw Methodist Church.
Llwynypia.
Llwynypia. On Thursday the adult and juvenile members of Jerusalem Sunday School, Llwynypia, held their annual outing, the destination tnis year- being Penarth. Nearly 700 boarded the special train which left Llwynypia at 9 a.m., Penarth being reached in good time. Here the usual seaside amusements were indulged in, but the happiness of the little ones was by no means complete, it being found on arrival at Penarth that, through some unexplainable oversight, the whole of the provisions had been left behind at Llwynypia Station, where they had been deposited overnight. Consequently, it was late in the afternoon when the first meal was served to the trippers, numer- ous telegrams having in the meantime been the means of bringing the provisions on. The officials of the outing were:- Superintendents, Messrs. D. Maurice, T. Jones, Brynamlwg, and David Thomas, Zion Hill; secretary, Mr. Tom J. Jones; secretary of ladies' committee, Mrs. Jones. Brynamlwg; treasurer, Mrs. Old.
Tonypandy.
Tonypandy. Miss Frances J. Tudball, eldest daugh- ter of Mr. Tudball, fireman, 63, Court Street, Tonypandy, has been successful in passing Grade III. of the Incorporated Society of Musicians' examination in pianoforte playing. Miss Tudball is a pupil of Mr. W. T. David, Eleanor Street, Tonypandy. A quiet marriage took place on Wed- nesday last at Salem Chapel, Forth, of Miss Katie M. Nicholas, Bryn Shop, Tre- alaw, and Mr. Edgar W. Lewis, Glamor- gan Offices, Llwynypia. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. Nicholas, Moriah Chapel, Tonypandy, in the pre- sence of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas, Trealaw; Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Jubilee Hotel, Tylorstown; Mr. and Mrs. Saunders, Gordon Hotel, Ystrad-Rhondda and Miss M. Treharne, Llantrisant, the latter being the only bridesmaid. After the ceremony the party repaired to the County Hotel, Pontypridd, where a sumptuous meal was prepared. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis are at present spending their honeymoon at Aberystwyth. Both are well-known and highly respected in the locality, and we extend them our best wishes.
Clydach Vale.
Clydach Vale. A grand concert was held at Goscn ChapeJ last Thursday in aid of the Gosen Juvenile Choir, who intend competing at the Tonyrefail Eisteddfod next Monday. Councillor James Evans presided. The artistes were —Sopranos, Miss Maggie Morris, Clydach Vale and Miss Frances Mary Price; contralto, Miss Lizzie Davies, Clydach Vale; tenor, Mr. R. Gwynlais Jones, Clydach Vale; baritone, Mr. John Evans, Clydach Vale; bass, Mr. Dd, Pugh, Clydach Vale; accompanist, Mr. Dd. Jno. Lewis, Clydach Yale, The programme consisted of the following items: —Solo, When the heart is young," Miss Maggie Morris; solo, Bugailes y Glyn," Mr. R. G. Jones; solo, "Ar Ian Iorddonen," Mr. John Evans; duet, O tell me, Gentle Stranger," Miss Morris and Mr, Pugh solo, Dros y Gare- Miss Frances M. Price. The choir at this point gave a good rendering of the test piece "Telynau'r Plant" (T. Price), under the conductorship of Mr. James Morris,
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Penygraig.
Penygraig. We are glad to note the success of Miss Caroline Jones, Penygraig, daughter of Mr. Joseph Jones, at the Royal Academy, where at the end of the year she suc- ceeded in getting the bronze medal. She, like most of our Welsh vocalists, has had to struggle upwards against difficulties, which she has nobly overcome.
Williamstown.
Williamstown. A pretty wedding took place on Satur- day at Llwynbrwjdrau (C.M.) Chapel, Llansamlet. The contracting parties were Mr. John Isaac, assistant superintendent of the British Workmen Assurance Co., Williamstown, and Miss Leah Payne, White Gate, Llansamlet. The Rev. J. O. Evans, Williamstown, assisted by the Rev. Llewelyn Morgan, Caerau (cousin of bridegroom), officiated. A handsome Bible was presented to the bride by Mr. John Thomas, deacon, given by the Sunday School. After breakfast was over, the happy pair left for Goodwick for their honeymoon. Very handsome and numer- ous presents were received.
Porth.
Porth. Mr. Arthur Mansel Edwards, Porth, has just succeeded in capturing the bronze medal of the Royal Academy of Music for violin playing. Two medals were offered, and nine candidates competed, the other successful one being Mr. Roseby Woof. The annual results of the Technological Examinations of the City and Guilds of London Institute are just to hand, and we are pleased to report that Mr. Tom Davies, Porth, manual instructor under the Rhondda District Council, has suc- ceeded in obtaining a First Class Final Honours Certificate in the woodwork branch. There are only two Welsh stu- dents amongst the First Classes this year. Mr. Davies deserves hearty con- gratulations upon his achievement, as the certificate is the highest qualification ob- tainable by manual instructors. Mr. Davies also holds the full Naas certifi- cate (Sweden); First Class Honours, Woodwork, Glamorgan County Council; Teacher's Diploma, Board of Examina- tion, London (Woodwork and Cardboard); First Class Building Construction, &c. The woodwork classes at Porth during last session were very successful, all the pupils having passed the examination. Names for next session may be sent to the energetic secretary, Mr. T. W. Young, Gwalia House, Porth. The Bethlehem (C.M.) Chapel has during the past week been deprived by death of two its most zealous members, in the persons of Miss Rachel Richards, third daughter of Mr. T. Richards, North Road; and Mr. James Davies, Tynewydd Road. Miss Richards, who followed the profession of a teacher at one 'of the local schools, was a victim of that terrible scourge, consumption, and for the past twelve months she had home her illness patiently. The funeral, which took place on Thursday last, was largely attended, amongst those present being Mrs. Rees, headmistress of the Girls' School, toge- ther with her staff and pupils, number- ing a few hundred. The Rev. W. H. Thomas officiated, the burial taking place at the Llethrddu Cemetery. The funeral of Mr. James Davies also took place on Thursday at the same ceme- tery. The deceased, who was a. native of Aberporth, Cardiganshire, migrated to Rhondda in the early sixties. He worked for many years as a bratticeman at the National Collieries, Wattstown. The ser- vice at the house was conducted by the Rev. J. Emlyn Jones, and at the grave- side by the Rev. H. W. Thomas. The deceased leaves a widow and several grown-up children. The couple of concerts which have been promoted in aid of Mrs. Ellen Morgan and Mrs. Mary Jenkins took place on Thursday and Saturday evenings last at the Cymmer Congregational Chapel and the Calfaria Baptist Chapel respectively. Mr. W. G. Howells (Director of Educa- tion) presided over Thursday evening's concert, whilst Mr. E. S. Williams, M.E., Cymmer Collieries, occupied a similar position on Saturday evening. The com- mittee had secured the services of some first-class soloists, including: Soprano, Miss Bronwen Jones, Maesteg (winner of 50 open champion solo competitions, and who represented Wales at the Irish Oiriachtas at Dublin in 1902); contralto, Miss Mary John, Caerphilly (of the Royal Welsh Glee Singers); tenor, Mr. W. E. Carston, Cardiff (international gold medal- list, 1903, and silver medallist, Bristol Eisteddfod, 1903). Mr. Carston is an old Ynyshir boy, and his many friends and admirers present were exceedingly proud of his progress at a musician. Baritone, Mr. W. Spencer Thomas, Trealaw; vio- linist, Mr. C. H. Gunter, Ynyshir; ac- companist, Professor George Bull, Cardiff. The following programme was performed in magnificent style on Thursday even- ing, the whole of the artistes acquitting themselves creditably -So,ng, "Liam y Cariadau," Miss Jones; song, Ailsa mine" (Newton), Mr. W. E. Carston; song, The Gleaner's Slumber Song," Miss John; song, "Down the Vale" (Moir), Mr. Spencer Thomas; song, "I will extol Thee" (Costa), Miss Jones; song, "Then shall the righteous" (Elijah), Mr. W. E. Carston; song, Good-bye" (Tosti)( Miss John song, "The Tem- plar's Song (Sullivan), MI;" Spencer Thomas. The duet for soprano and tenor, Night in Venice," and that for tenor and baritone, Excelsior," together with the quartet, The Sea hath its Pearls," were each excellently rendered. Mr. Gunter gave three masterly perform- ances on the violin, which were deservedly encored. On the proposition of the Rev. J. Emlyn Jones, seconded by Mr. T. W. Young, a hearty vote of thanks was ac- corded the chairman, artistes, and to all those who contributed towards making the concert such a success. Saturday evening's concert was also a thorough musical success, and it is to be hoped that a substantial amount will be realised towards assisting the two widows. The June returns for the Porth Cot- tage Hospital are as follows: —Patients admitted, 7; discharged, 9; in hospital, June 1st, 11; June 30th, 9; operations, 3; deaths, nil; daily average, 8.9. Mr. James Lovely, who terms himself The Battersea Navvy," and who is tra- velling South Wales under the auspices of the Church of England Temperance Society, has been delivering some excel- lent addresses from his van. Although his opinions did not altogether coincide with those held by some of his hearers, his addresses were much appreciated. Mr. William Lewis, a prominent Salvation Army follower, and the lecturer treated the audience to many argumentative duels.
Tylorstown.
Tylorstown. At the recent examination of the Lon- don College of Music held at Cardiff, the following candidates (presented by Mrs. Jackson) were successful in obtaining cer- tificates for pianoforte playing: —Miss Annie Lewis, Pontygwaith; Mr. R. Hawkesworth, Brynbedw Road; Master A. T. Rees, the Vicarage. --+--+- On Saturday last, at Bethel Chapel, Ystrad, the wedding took place of Miss Elizabeth Lee, Bryn Terrace, Tylorstown, and Mr. John R. Morgan. The officiating minister was the Rev. Thomas Lloyd. The bride was attired in a blue costume, with black picture hat. The bridesmaid's (Miss Evans, Dyfri Villa) costume was of biscuit colour, with black hat. There were also present Mr. Abbott, Mr. Marry Thomas, and Mr. D. Lee (brother of the bride). The friends of the bride and bridegroom were afterwards entertained at the bride's residence. The bride re- ceived a number of useful presents.
Ferndale.
Ferndale. Mr. R. J. Rhys held an inquest at the Police Station, Ferndale, concerning the death of Edward Hill, labourer, No. 4 Pit, Ferndale, who died on Friday even- ing last from injuries received by a fall of stone from the roof. A verdict of Accidental death was returned. An inquest was held at Ferndale on Tuesday on the body of Edward Hill (27), 12 Union Street, Ferndale, who met with fatal injuries at the No. 4 Pit on Friday last. It appeared that deceased, who was employed as a labourer, was crushed against a tram through stones falling from the roof. He sustained severe in- juries to the back and died a few hours later. A verdict of Accidental death was returned. The members of the Ferndale Y.M.C.A. on Thursday evening presented Mr. A. E. James, their late secretary, with a gold albert and pendant on hi.s departure for Cardiff, and as a recognition of his past services. -+- In recognition of his services Mr. Sam Radcliffe, the bandmaster of the Fern- dale Prize Brass Band, has been presen- ted by his admiring colleagues with a gold watch and chain.
United Patriots' National…
United Patriots' National Benefit Society. Annual Demonstration and Dinner at Po.th. The annual demonstration and dinner in connection with the United Patriots' National Benefit, Society was held on Saturday last, and although the weather was somewhat unpleasant, it did not pre- vent the members from turning out in full force. Headed bv the Cymmer Brass Band, under the conductorship of Mr. Richard Martyn, the principal streets of Ynyshir, Wattstown and Porth were paraded. In the evening, the whole of the members sat down to a capital spread prepared at the Carpenters' Arms Hotel, the headquarters of the local branch, by the genial hostess, Mrs. Jones, who had left no stone unturned towards providing every comfort and accommodation to the members, and had enlisted the services of a smart and amiable lot. of waiters and waitresses. Everything was admirably arranged, and the happy band of atten- dants excelled in their work. The even- ing concert was presided over by Bro. James Boyce, Llwynypia. Bro. Henry Morgan, secretary of the local branch, in submitting his annual report, remarked that the amount of sick pay was E235 13s. 2|d., and funeral allowance £ 21; present number of adult members, 170; juveniles, 101. This meant an increase of 50 during the year. He reviewed at some length the progress which the local branch had made during the last 7 or 8 years, and he still hoped to have the pleasure of reporting further progress in the near future. Friendly Societies," he remarked, were one of the greatest blessings of the age," but he regretted to find that numbers of young men did not belong to a single society. He wished them as members to advocate to their friends who were outside a. society, the advantages to be derived in being a mem- ber. He also advised the members to make themselves more conversant with the rules of the society. Their society was one which held out many privileges to the members, and it was to their own benefit that they should embrace these privileges. Mr. James Boyce, one of the founders of the local lodge, and one whose presence at the annual dinner is always a source of pleasure to the members, dealt very minutely with the progress of the society in the Cardiff District. He submitted figures shewing that in 1885 the number of branches in the district was 9, with a membership of 383; in 1893 there were 13 branches with a mem- bership of 634; and in 1903 there were 32 branches, with a, total membership of 3,226. He paid a high compliment to their general secretary, Mr. Harry Wheeler, whom the speaker described as an excellent man. The meeting was inter- spersed with the rendering of some capi- tal songs by Messrs. Rowley James, Moses Jenkins, Gwilym James, D. Hammond, Willie Lloyd and John Morgan. Mr. Jno. Howells, Ynyshir, who has been the re- cipient of much congratulation on his recent success, acted as accompanist, and discharged his duties admirably. On the proposition of Bro. Dd. John Davies, seconded by Bro. Henry Morgan, the artistes were cordially thanked for their services.
Aberdare Semi-National Eisteddfod.
Aberdare Semi-National Eisteddfod. There seems to be a very bright out- look for the Aberdare Semi-National Eis- teddfod, which is to be held at the New Market Hall, Aberdare, on Tuesday, August 2nd. They have undoubtedly the very best entries possible. All the lead- ing male voice parties of England and Wales will compete, including the cele- brated Manchester Male Voice Party (who won the international male voice competition at, Cardiff), also Southport, Cardiff, Rhymney, Dowlais, Cambria (Pentre), Resolven, Aberdare, etc. The entries of ladies' choirs and mixed choirs are good. The solo entries consist of the finest singers of the day, including National Eisteddfod winners and Chicago prize winners. With such distinguished choirs and soloists competing, the eistedd- fod will musically be the most successful ever held in Wales.
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Alleged False Pretences at Treorchy. A Peculiar Case. < Before the Ystrad Stipendiary (vie Ignatius Williams) and Mr. D. on Monday, James Lewis James, ..eC[ Pontypridd, and George Tye, des as of no fixed abode, were chargea attempting to obtain money by *al jeaf tences from William Merriman, a T-re- and dumb tailor, 31, Clarke StIee, and ted a" orchy. Mr. D. W. Jones prosecuted, j Mr. D. Rees (of Messrs. W. R- J? Phil- Co.) defended Tye, and Mr. ^hos. lips represented James. The TV\^ the prosecution was that f„lirting agreed to pay James £ 5 for^ coD. him in the art of cutting. 1 fee ditions were that the money waS pr0. paid when the .prosecutor becan* ficient. Seven lessons were g*Jen'jsited then James, in company with ^ey prosecutor's shop and pretended were going to levy an execution- solid. was represented as being James -j tor. Prosecutor was frightened an c0Sts a sum of 38s., the amount of tfi supposed to have been incurred. re. defence Mr. Rees said that, bowe ^3 prehensible the conduct of the de^ james, might be, some money was due to and he submitted that it could ^e. urged that there was any intenlotted fraud. The defendants were_ coffl to take their trial at the Assizes. A similar charge was preferred f jj0r, the defendants by John Morgan uj;0r 170, Bute Street, Treorchy. Pr0„ aiid said defendants entered his •S'1°P jjave demanded £5 for services alleged °eribe4 been rendered by James. Tye £ rm of himself as a member of a. London other solicitors who. were looking up inany -g^ cases in South Wales. With tbe dIed" ance of his brother, Moi-gan "bundlethis the defendants out of the shop. case the charge was dismissed.
The Training of Pupil Tea®'1®
The Training of Pupil eon"0''9' Important Concession to Welsn « The Board of Education has Jus^age of an important concession in the vethe Welsh pupil teachers, which will ^.jjjties double effect of improving their 1 for study and of materially increas somewhat limited income of the stand mediate schools, many of whic-, sadly in need of such additional "^peci^ Under the new regulations a, ^x^]\ grant of £ 4 10s. per annum may b pup'' on account of each candidate I?1, pj-e- teachership while receiving sPeCl^eaf 011 paratory training, and of £ 7 a- at- account of each pupil teacher tending central classes for the 1 tion of pupil teachers.. soch The exneriment of establish'!?* tried central classes has been repeated y a in Wales, only, however, to failure in many, perhaps most, ti115 Many things served to account ■1. g ti>e failure, not the least important oe expense involved. aJ1i« Having regard for these facts, .g<j to the Welsh Councils have now aPP'ge the Board of Education to re cog gCjioO' tendance at a Welsh intermediat Jietf as fulfilling the requirements of. Boti' regulations, and the Board has J" tbe fied its assent. This means t all-ea Welsh County Councils, which the control the intermediate as well gjtio11 elementary schools, w iU be in a VJ to to arrange for the attendance pup?, county schools of all candidates I j pup1 teacherships, and practically °\ a teachers under certain restriction
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-==- A Juvenile Thief- Sentenced to Three "NO-t"o. II At Ystrad Police Court 011 ^0l!s young fellow named John charged with breaking and entei Berthlwyd Farm, Pontypridd, a° w ing therefrom a jewel case, X)0\' value of £ 5, the property of$ Defendant had been employe" 0 farm for one week, but ,subsequ., foi111,. Sunday, the 17th inst., Miss DaJ j-hro^ that the house had been entered tti a window, which had been broke* g ^jt purpose of entry, and her jewel cr rooJII some money abstracted f101x1 to She thereupon gave information fyxoW police, who traced the defendant, his having dealings with other » changing some of the brooches for be of clothing at Senghenydd. to ee Defendant now pleaded gul' ^.0 charge, and he was sentenced months' imprisonment with har
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Conciliation Boarcl, J3()1lr A meeting of the Conciliati0^ fif was held at Cardiff on Monday? g> 3', e L. Davis presiding over the oW r and Mr. W. Abraham, M-P-> wag bu workmen's side. The mee^1lf'As^e8# in order to meet Sir Michael H1 Bart., M.P., the independent c-$ of the Board, in reference gUggeS munication received from bin1 j-eP that the owners' and worknie^tiofljjj sentatives should consider the cei taking a joint audit in future ^^0 points which have been previous occasions in consider8 general wage-rate.. ( .1 1 t" The meeting being an Sir Michael on his arrival wa th M the chair. Sir Michael rctuInepted Chief to the Board for having f ibe nomination of himself by tn° alJ 01 Justice as independent chaii'i j,- Board. n tbe. t" A long discussion took place ject of Sir Michael's comW11 f;isi0^,iei'3' the Board, but no definite de arrived at pending the fur-jes. Aft tion of the matter by both s ,■$ A hearty vote of Sir Michael for presiding at
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Adulterated IVIIII<. A Trealaw ConviC*'0"' rf»te^0$ George Wells, Miskin gtr^aM' was before the Ystrad n °n Monday charged with selli g gaU° terated with 34 grains pe _.jj0l3S> pi'e' boracic acid. Mr. W. P- s°l -nefe.11 defended, said the milk cisely as it was supplied to dant held a warranty fr waS p**1 0\\$ saler that the milk SUPP -pn had he (Mr. Nicholas) give, wo. CIIC be notice in time, the wholes j[l appeared in the box instea yoti ^0 Supt. Cole (to defendan ) \^p0se able to recover any penal y you- «r AtitiW Defendant: Yes. -n w The Stipendiary: A ceita t preservation is necessary- t a to fe Mr. Nicholas said he wgey WjJ know how the Rhondda „ervativ j supplied unless some P {rfiV°S adAtnc of C2 a,d 1*. M.
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gaged as hitcher at the above colliery on the six-foot seam landing. He was in the act of placing a full tram into the cage, when a stone fell from the ascending cage, containing a full tram of rubbish, down the shaft and struck the deceased on the head, fracturing his skull. The banks- man, Dd. Morgan, who had sole charge of the surface hitching, said that he had not noticed anything unusual in the tram of rubbish that came up, but he saw the person pulling out" adjusting the little crossbar, which appeared to have come free on its journey upwards, otherwise he could not see anything unusual. Dd. Evans, the assistant hitcher, with whom deceased worked, said that he did not hear any stones falling, and did not know that anything had occurred till he shouted to Jones and receiving no reply. He went around and found the unfotunate man lying on his back with a terrible wound on his forehead. He shouted for help, which quickly came, and soon afterwards the deceased was taken to the surface. Mr. E. Edwards, the colliery manager, said that they had endeavoured to find the stone that fell on the deceased, but could not find any. There were several small stones about the bottom of the shaft, but they could not find the one which had struck the deceased. He was of opinion that it was a small one, as the space between the top of the cage and the beam that shelters the hitcher was only 9 inches, and as he was in the act of pushing the full tram into the cage when the accident occurred, he thought the stone must have struck the top of the cage first and slanted off on the de- ceased afterwards. The Coroner, in sum- ming up, said the only point which the jury had to decide was whether the beam and the cross-woods were sufficient pro- tection for the hitcher. Mr. Dyer Lewis (H.M. Inspector of Mines) considered it sufficient, for if the woodwork were ex- tended further there would be another danger of the cage colliding with it. The jury considered that the management had done all possible to save the life of the hitchers, and returned a verdict of "Acci- dental death." -+--+--+--+- The funeral took place on the following Monday, when a very large number of friends paid their last tribute of respect to the departed comrade. The colliery left off early in the day to give facilities to those anxious to attend the funeral. The interment took place at Treorchy Cemetery, and although a heavy thunder- storm was passing at the time, still the funeral was an exceptionally large one. The Rev. D. G. Morris, Baptist minister of Zion, Pentre, officiated at the house and graveside. Much sympathy is ex- tended to the bereaved widow and young children. D. Thomas, Ironmonger, Treorchy, for Brass and Iron Bedsteads, a great variety, Bedding in Millpuff, Wool, an i Feathers. 1604 FOR Invitation Cards of the latest patterns, printed in a neat and artistic manner, go to Evans and Short, Printers, Howard Street, Treorchy
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Blaenclydach. This selection was re- peated by request. Solo, Dacw Cymru yn y golwg," Miss Lizzie Davies; solo, The Bugler," Mr. D. Pugh solo, Hen Iaith fy Mam," Miss Morris; solo, Revenge, Timotheus Cries," Mr. John Evans; solo, Deigryn ar Fedd fy Mam," Mr. Jones; selection, "Y Nefol Gor," the choir; solo, The Veteran's Song," Mr. Evans. The singing was of a high order, the artistes and the choir acquit- ting themselves creditably. The usual vote of thanks to the chairman, followed by the National Anthem, terminated a most enjoyable evening.