The Rhondda Leader

Hippodrome, Torsypasidy. The Hippodrome has been re-opened this week by Mr. Will Stone, famed for his electric animated picture shows. The programme presented for the week include the very funny paid of comic comedians, Rex and Ford; whose cross-talk provided infiniate fun. The illustrated song, Queen of the Earth," given by the Popular baritone, Edgar Harper, is delight- fully rendered and evokes immense ap- plause nightly. Amongst the other good turns provided we may mention Arnetti, who performs on a variety of instruments; Olive Vena, dancer; and Barney Noble. There are two performances each evening. and patrons of this place of amusement an always depend upon seeing and hear- Ing something new.

Porth Palace. A splendid programme has been secured for the above place for next week. Amongst those who will delight the audi- ences are Mr. Harry Cliffe, in his latest success, Nelson from His Monument Mulvey and Miriam, in a comedy act, entitled" In the Study McAstell, the iliaii of a few words, and delightful comic conjurer; the Five "M.P.V; Mr. Tom Stuart, who presents his burlesque and character sketches from famous plays and uovels; the Two Roses, in a laughable acrobatic comedy, Fun in a Laundry and Burg, Haud, and Wise, in a humorous comedy act, Ye Brown Cow Inn." Other urns and a splendid series of biosoopic lms complete the show."

Obituary. Rev. John Morgan (C.M.), Ynyshir II We have the painful duty to record the death of the Rev. John Morgan, Metho- dist minister, Ynyshir, which, occurred after a severe illness, which was borne v, iuh fortitude and patience, on Saturday last, at Graig Road, Ynyshir. The deceased was born at Cwmystwyth, Cardi- ganshire, in 1859. When still a young man, he removed to Cwmaman, Aberdare. In the year 1881 he was pressed to com- mence preaching, and underwent a, course of training at the University College, Cardiff, and was fully ordained for the ministry in 1889 at Ton, Ystrad, Assor eiation. While at Cardiff College, he greatly distinguished himself in the Welsh language and literature. The first three years of his ministry were spent at Trinity Ohapel, Aberkenfig. In 1891 he removed to Ynyshir, where he spent the last six- teen years. During his pastorate at the latter place, he won the esteem and affec- tion of all who came in contact with him, through his modesty and retiring disposi- tion. Through the efforts of the deceased, with the hearty co-operation of the church at, Tabernacle, a flourishing branch church was established at Wattstown a few years ago, which continues to be associated with the mother church. There is a widespread feeling of regret at his removal at a com- paratively early age, and general sym- pathy is felt, for Mrs. Morgan and the two children, together with the church of which he was pastor. The funeral will take place on Friday afternoon next at 4 o'clock. At 2 o'clock, a service will be held at Tabernacle Chapel, the interment taking place at Llethrddu Cemetery, Trealaw.

Quarter Sessions. Local Cases. The Glamorgan Easter Quarter Sessions were opened at Swansea on Tuesday. The Grand Jury found no true bill against Benjamin Prosser of indecently assaulting Margretta, Davies at Ystrad. Attempted Suicide at TySorstown No true bill was returned against Danl. Morgan (22), haulier, and David Thomas (23), rider, charged with having attempted suicide in the Tylorstown Reservoir. The Clerk of the Peace, however, pointed out to the foreman of the Grand Jury that they had apparently not heard all the witnesses. This was absolutely necessary before bills could be ignored. The Grand Jury thereupon reconsidered these two bills, and returned about half an hour later with true bills against these two. In the afternoon the prisoners were brought up for trial. Mr. Ivor Bowen, who defended Thomas, referred to the fact that the Grand Jury had first returned no true bills and then after- wards brought in true, bills. He now sub- mitted that once the Grand Jury had found no true bill, and that had been endorsed and signed by the foreman, it could not be sent back to the same or any other Sessions, nor could it be sent back to the Grand Jury except for additional evidence not included in the depositions to be presented to them. Further, he submitted that no inquiry could be made to the Grand Jury as to the evidence they had called. The Chairman overruled the objection. Mr. Bowen asked for a case to be stated. The Chairman: Well, I will see about it. The prisoners were in the meantime put back. Daniel Morgan was later brought up for trial on the charge that he cast him- self into the Tylorstown Reservoir with intent to kill and murder himself, on March 2nd. Mr. Tudor Isaac prosecuted. The principal witness was a collier named Cilgrass, who said he saw the pri- soner and another man, named David Thomas, both under the influence of drink, at the Tylorstown Reservoir. They were near the railings, and Thomas said he felt inclined to go into the water. Prisoner said: "Then I'll go with you." Thomas climbed the fence, and witness pulled him back. He went for a, con- stable, and soon after heard a scream from a woman. He returned and found them both in the water. They were pulled out by a collier named William Pugh Evans and his father, being landed in an apparently unconscious condition. Prisoner told the Court that they had a bottle of whisky between them, and that was the cause of what occurred. Prisoner was found "Not guilty," and the Chairman, in discharging him, advised him to take warning: not to drink or make a fool of himself again. Sequel to Treherbert Election. William Parry (37), haulier, was in- dicted for wounding P.O. Rees on March 26th at Tynewydd, Treherbert. Mr. Gaskell prosecuted and Mr. Ivor Bowen (instructed by Mr, T. Millward, Pentre) defended. It was alleged that shortly after mid- night prosecutor was in Cross Street, and heard cries of Murder" issuing from the back of prisoner's house. He went into the house, and found prisoner struggling with his wife. Prisoner went out, to him, and in a struggle struck him in the back of the head with a shining instrument. In cross-examination, it transpired that it was election day. Counsel suggested that the officer went into the prisoner's house and dragged him out. This was denied. Prisoner and his wife emphatically denied the allegations of the police, declaring that there was no quarrel, no cries of murder, and nothing to call for the visit of the officer. It was further denied that any knife was used, and it was alleged that the wound was sustained by the officer falling. The jury returned a verdict of Not guilty."

Mid-Rhondda Athletic Club. The Mid-Rhondda Athletic Sports Com- mittee are providing another grand attrac- tion for the Whitsun holidays at the Tonypandy Grounds, as will be seen by reference to our advertisement columns. Three days' sports are arranged, consist- ing of cycle, foot, and horse racing^ and brass band contest. That the prestige of the new track is acknowledged in the world of sport is shown by. the following paragraph which appears in this week's Cycling What promises to be a most. exciting paced race behind wind shields is now on the tapis. At the Pontypridd meet on Easter Tuesday, Tom Churchill, who is recognised as the. champion pace-follower of Wales, got home a good first in the five miles paced race. Flint, the London professional, has been very dissatisfied of late with his pacing in these events, and says that on equal terms he can beat any pace-follower over here. He has backed up his opinion by forwarding P,5 to the hon. secretary of the Mid-Rhondda Athletic Club, Tony- pandy, to make a match against Churchill to take place within a month, the stake to be R25 a-side."

The Welsh Glee Singers in London The most successful and enjoyable tour yet taken by the Welsh Glee Singers was that in London during the Easter holi- days. The party, fourteen in number, and conducted by Mr. Henry Rees, Tony- pandy, proceeded on Saturday, the 30th ult., to London to fulfil an engagement at the East Greenwich Baptist Chapel. A sacred concert was given on the Easter Sunday evening, and concerts followed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Several choruses and glees were given notably Yr Haf," Italian Salad," and In the Sweet." Quartets were contri- buted by Mr. Tom Charles (Penygraig) and friends, and Mr. Rees and friends. The soloists of the party, Messrs. Morgan Jones, H. Rees, C. Robinson (Ton), Chas. O. David, and G. Williams, were all suc- cessful in their efforts, all the singing being received with rapturous applause" Master David Hammond (Trealaw) tra- vailed with the party as accompanist and solo pianist, and his playing, for one so I young, proved to be an eye-opener to the Greenwich friends. The members of the party were entertained by members of the church, and never have they been treated so royally. No stone was left unturned" to make the enjoyment of every one complete. Places of interest were visited, not the least being the Heath on Easter Monday. Some of the party showed themselves to be quite as proficient in the side-shows here as on the concert platform. Mr. Moses, an enthusiastic Welshman from Cwmaman, and pastor of the church, was indefati- gable in his efforts to make his country- men at home, and, needless to say, his efforts were much appreciated. At a farewell meeting, on Wednesday, when the party was thanked for their services, an earnest request was made that, another visit should be paid. This was gladly and promptly acceded to'. A return home was made on Thursday afternoon. The sing- ing, concerted and otherwise, of the party had made a deep impression on the in- habitants, but, if possible, a deeper im- pression had been made on the Welshmen by the great hospitality, kindness and geniality of the so-called "cold English people. The return visit is being looked forward to with much interest.

Tonypandy. The funeral of Leonard C. Thomas (son of the late Mr. W. P. Thomas, painter, Tonypandy), hairdresser, Miskin Road, Trealaw, who died on Friday, the 5th inst., took place on Tuesday last at Llethrddu Cemetery, Trealaw, the officiat- ing ministers being the Rev. Daniel Davies (formerly of Tonypandy) and the Rev. J. L. Roderick, B.A., pastor of Bethel English Baptist Church, Tony- pandy. The mourners included Mrs. W. P. Thomas (mother), the Misses Linnie and Gwladys Thomas (sisters), Mr. and Mrs. Charles Thomas (brother and sister- in-law), Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Thomas (brother and sister-in-law), Mr. Osborne Thomas (brother), and Mr. John Jones (painter). Deceased, who was 24 years of age, was a member of the Rhondda Hair- dressers' Association, which body was well represented by the local members, who acted as bearers, and the funeral was well attended by the local tradesmen. The funeral arrangements were conducted by Messrs. J. Griffiths and Sons, Tony- pandy

1-2 Haifa-Crown for a Line RHONDDA LEADER Limerick Competition. N o. 7. The following Limerick is short of the last line: — There was a young girl of Trealaw, Whose complexion was awfully sallow; So, not being a saint, She tried powder and paint, Prizes of Half-a-Crown each will be awarded the three competitors who send what the Competition Editor considers the best attempt at completing it. Competitors are not limited to one attempt, but every attempt must begin with the printed four lines above cut from The Rhondda Leader," and attached to the paper on which the concluding line is written. Replies must be sent to the Competition Editor, "Rhondda Leader," Tonypandy, not later than Saturday, April 20. The winners wril be announced in the following week's issue. The Editor's decision must in all cases be final. Competitors are requested to observe that, owing to postal regulations, the attempts must not be sent on a halfpenny post card, but if posted in an unsealed envelope, a halfpenny stamp may be used.

Cardiff Empire. Vesta Tilley, the famous male im- personator, is, strongly featured in next week's Empire bill. It is a general im- pression that Miss Tilley is a native of Birmingham, but such is not the case. She was born at Worcester, but spent the greater part of her early days in Birming- ham. Her present permanent residence is in London, a charming house at Tulse Hill. Up to two years ago," says Miss Tilley, I was frequently ailing, and long journeys —for the matter of that short ones, too- were a source of much dread to me. The, motor car has given me the fresh air needed, and I can stand the worst kind of weather now." The great impersonator's pet idea is to establish Vesta Tilley cots in chil- dren's hospitals in as many of the large towns as she can. At, the present time she renders a good deal of service to charitable objects by requests for modest donations in return for her autograph, which is so persistently demanded and so cheerfully given. She would raise a part of the money requisite to the establish- ment of each cot by benefit performances, and the remainder of the money would, of course, have to come out of her own pocket. This very fine bill includes the new comedian with a novel act, Mr. Hymack, a Scottish actor, who has worked out an entertainment that is as mystifying as it is amusing. Mr. Hymack is an actor with plenty of experience, for he has served many engagements with Win. Gillette and Mrs. Patrick Campbell, and has toured the world over. It took him five years to perfect the feats he now accomplishes, and he admits that he is now only on the threshold of other novelties which his long practising has suggested. To follow are the Sisters Morgan, of "Hiawatha" fame; the dancing Bros. Dean, Collins and Rice, the Strads, Renard Trio, and Cisrie Curlette.

Nothing but Bread and Butter. Married in duly Last. I Aged Couple's Differences. Elizabeth Simons (60) appeared before the Bridgend Bench on Saturday last and made an application for a separation order against her husband, John Simons, Coro- nation Street, Gilfach Goch, colliery labourer, on the ground of persistent cruelty. Mrs. Simons was represented by Mr. J. Bryant, solicitor, Pontypridd. Alderman Llewellyn: The parties are J very old. Don't you think they could settle the case? Mr. Bryant: They were only married j in July last. I am afraid there is no chance of a settlement. It transpired from the evidence that Mrs. Simons was married to respondent in July last at Pontypridd, and they lived for a time at Williamstown, where her husband owned some houses. They lived together for three months, during which time he gave her no money, except to hand her the price of groceries which he ordered. All they had to eat was bread and butter, with a little bit of meat bought on Saturday nights. He asked her to pay his club, and upon her refusing, he raised his fist, at her. and she left him. She was away from him for two months and went back to him at his request. She got ill and she asked him to get the doctor, but he said Who is going to pay him? and she called in the doctor herself. Her husband used to call her filthy names, and he repeatedly threatened her. Once she sat up before the firei instead of going to bed, as she was afraid of him. She said she was the third wife and he her second husband. Once he jabbed her in the face with I his breakfast cup because she had used it to make tea for herself. Inspector Benjamin Evans, Bridgend, giving evidence, said he had known Mrs. Simons for many years up till 1894. She was then the wife of an under-manager of the Albion Colliery, Cilfynydd, and a very respectable woman. Simons said his wife had neglected her household duties and had treated him like a dog." He denied having ill-treated her. He did not have four houses, but was only a quarter owner of them." A separation order was granted, Simons I to pay 10s. a week towards his wife's maintenance. I Simons: I will never pay so long as I live. I can hardly keep myself. -= I

Of Interest to Mothers. All mothers will find the two following letters of interest: ¡ 301, Oakhill Road, Beckenham. Dear Sirs,—My little girl is very deli- cate and used to suffer a great deal in the winter with bronchitis, but has not had an attack since she began taking Angier's Emulsion four years ago. As soon as she gets a cold I give her the Emulsion, and it relieves her at once. I have always recommended it wherever I could, and have always heard the same opinion, that it is wonderful .-(Signed) M. Tattersall." Keeper's Cottage, Vauxhall Lane, Near Tonbridge. Dear Sirs,—My baby girl about two months ago refused all food, and was rapidly wasting away and getting worse every day. My wife bought a bottle of Angier's Emulsion, and after the first dose baby seemed to pick up. From that time on she ate better and slept well at night, and by the time she had finished the bottle she was as well as any child could be. My neighbour says she never before saw a child improve so much in so short a time. I shall always recommend Angier's Emulsion. (Signed) Harold Smith." Doctors prescribe Angier's Emulsion for coughs and colds, bronchitis, whooping cough, scrofula, rickets and all wasting diseases. It is pleasant to take—just like cream—and children all like it. If you will send 3d. for postage and mention this paper we will send you a free sample bottle. The Angier Chemical Co., Ltd., 32, Snow Hill, London, E.C.

Clydach Vale. A very interesting and humorous lec- ture was given by the Rev. Barrow Wil- liams, Llandudno, last Tuesday evening at Libanus (C.M.) Chapel. The rev. gentleman took as his subject Keep to the Right," and gave some excellent advice on taking care of one's leisure moments, money, and of what one read. The lecture was under the auspices of the Young People's Society. The Rev. T. E. Davies presided over a good attendance. The inhabitants of this district, and Mid-Rhondda generally, will be very pleased to learn that the Cambrian Library and Institute Lecture Committee, having made overtures to the Gilchrist Trust for a series of lectures during the next winter, have succeeded in their request. We are promised five lectures by really first-class scientific men. The annual "cymanfa ganu" of the Welsh Baptists worshipping at Calfaria and Noddfa was held on Monday last at Calfaria, Mr. David Thomas, F.T.S.C., Pontypridd, conducting. The first meet- ing was, as usual, devoted to the children. The tunes sung were Clyw, f'enaid, clyw," Rhagom, Filwyr Iesu" (Gwilym Jones, Blaenclydach), Ust, boed Hedd," "Yr Eluraidd Draeth," "Y n mIa-en dros Iesu," Sychu y Dagrau," and Baban Mair." The afternoon and evening meet- ings were given to the adults. Among the several tunes sung, the following were well sung:—"Regent Square," Ynys Owen," "Dydd y Farn" (James Evans, A.C.), Penllyn," and Aberdar" (Obaaiah Edwards, Porth). The anthems, 11 Ynot Ti" (D. Thomas) and" Bendi- gedig," were successfully rendered. In the evening meeting, a very creditable rendering of The Holy City was given by Miss M. H. Lewis, Clydach Vale. Despite the very unfavourable weather, there were large attendances at the three meetings. The Revs. W. E. Davies and T. T. Jones presided, and Messrs. D. J. Lewis and W. J. Michael played the accompaniments.

Cwmparc. The funeral of Mr. David Higgon, Gorseinon, took place on Thursday after- noon last, Treorchy Cemetery being the scene of interment. Deceased was a son of Mr. John Higgon, Park Hotel, Owm- parc. Aged 37, he was suddenly stricken with internal inflammation, and passed away in the prime of life, leaving a widow and one child. Mr. Higgon was held in the highest esteem by all Cwmparcians, being possessed of a genial and large- hearted temperament and a most pleasing presence. On the recent local election day he had assisted his father in his cam- paign for a seat on the Board of Guar- dians. Driving home in his trap, he caught a chill, and the news of his sudden end was a great shock. On Wednesday evening last, Mr. W. P,- Thomas, who won such a handsome victory in the recent District Council Election (Ward No. 52), held la "thanksgiving" meeting at the Park Hall, and a huge crowd assembled to greet the victor. There was an abundance of oratory, such well-known speakers (among others) a8 the Rev. Rhagfyr Jones, Mr. H. Owen (Ynyswen), and Mr. Evan Rees contri- buting to the pleasure of the audienca Mr. Benj. Edwards was in the chair and conducted the proceedings with his usnal facility. Mr. Thomas' speech aroused tremendous enthusiasm, and was puno tuated by unrestrained applause. Miss Maggie Simon and Messrs. Tom Felix Evans (Royal Choir soloist), W. Butler, and R. Rees contributed songs to the accompaniment of Miss Maggie Jenkins on the piano, and Mr. David Jones delivered a topical recitation. Mr. Josiah Phiillips7 cursory comments on certain cartoons of his own creation, which he exhibited and which had been somewhat of a power in the fight, highly diverted the audience. -+-- Mr. Evan Isaac, one of the, oldest in- habitants of Cwmparc, died very suddenly on Friday evening last, at the age of 70. Deceased was doing a little gardening at the end of his day's work, when he com- plained of sudden illness and succumbed in a, few minutes. He was an interesting character, and in his avocation of a mason he had been employed in building the first row of houses built at Cwmparc.

WISE AND OTHERWISE, She: So you have had a great many turillinjl escapos? He: Yes, I am still a bachelor." He: "You say that she is a business woman, this friend of yours. What business is she inter- ested in?" Everybody's." Ethel: "How long have the Newly-riches beeg in society?" Bob: "From the way they play golf, I should judge about two days." You say you are crying because you jammed your finger,, little boy ? Y-yes, sir. I put my finger in the jam an' mother caught me doing it." Why is Freshers always boasting that he has lost money on the market?" "It's the only way he can get anybody to believe that. he ever had a.ny." Codd: You wouldn't think that that, chan crossing {he road had £ 4,000 a-year. w&ulU vou?" Kidd: "Great Seott. no Has hef Codd: "No." Dyke: As the boat left the dock I waved my handkerchief, and then a most curious thing happened." Forney: "What was it?" Dyke: The ocean waved back." "That was rough on Davis." ""What?"- "He stepped on a piece of orange peel. fell, and was arrested for giving a street performance and causing an obstruction." I heard young Bilken make a pneuma-tie speech the other night at that political meeting," "A pneumatic speech? What is that?" "A speech full of wind, of course." Client (to lawyer's clerk): "Is the guv'nor in?" Clerk: "Well, sir, I was out when he went out, and I wasn't here when he came back, so J can't say whether he is in or not." Tailor: "No money again, and jasfc for a bejrtrarly pair of trousers. Must I coxae here nine times?" Student: "Well, then, make me a whole suit and it will be worth the trouble." Doctor: You have been overworking' your- self. my dear madam; all you need is rest." Patient: "But look at my tongue." Doctor (examining tongue): Just what I said only rest." Jess: "I know that John will propose when he sees me in this dress." Bess: "Why, that's two years out of style, and faded, too." Jess: Well, you know how insanely economical he is." "Jack Rose handed in his resignation as a bluff to make the firm raise his salary." said the first clerk. "Did they raise it?" asked the second. Yes, but another man is drawing it." Are you married? said the manager to a man who was looking for a situation. "No, sir." "Then I can't employ you. We find that married men know better how to obey than bachc1ors." Mr. Winks (looking over the paper): Cheap, Drug, and Co, are selling all sorts of patent- medicines at half-price." Mrs. Winks: "rust our luck! There isn't anything the matter with any of us! "That's a pretty girl opposite. Paints doesn't she?" "Looks like it." "Introduce me. I might get an order." What's your line?" Ready-made paints and a first-class brush with every gallon." Old Gentleman: And what || your name, my little man?" Small Boy: "I dunno, sir." )id Gentleman: "You don't know! Why?" fsmall Boy: "Please, sir, ma got married again yesterday." Contributor: "You see, I followed your rules and wrote only on one side of the paper." Editor: "You can do still better." Contributor (eagerly): "How?" Editor: "Don't write on either side." Elderly Singer (to conductor after the con- cert): "Look here, M. Conductor, your orches- tra played so loud to-night that the a.,i(, could scarcely hear my aria." Conductor: You should be glad." Isn't the country air perfectly lovely? The modern girl shrugged her shoulders coldly, re- joining: "Oh, I don't know! I had my tyre in- Hated with it this morning, and I don't yotic. much difference. Excuse me, sir," said the commercial travel- ler, but have you got a typewriter." Yes," replied the merchant. May I ask what style? "Oh, a regular peach I Come in and I'll intro- duce you to her." "Papa," said a little boy, "ought the master to punish me for what I did not do"" Cer- tainly not, my boy," replied the father. Well," said the little fellow, "he did to-day when I1 didn't do my sum." Lies Charged Extra.—Old Maid (to messen- ger) Give him the letter, and if he a.sks you who sent it, just say 'a beautiful young lady.' Messenger: I shall have to charge you a, shil- ling more for that." "Bridget, did you make that chicken broth?" Oi did, mum." "I can't find it anywhere about; what did you do with it?" "Sure, an' what ilse would I do with it but fade the chickens with it, mum ? Bertha: "This is the very day to ask papa's consent, Arthur." Arthur: "Why! Is he in a good humour?" Bertha: "No; he's frantic over my dressmaker's bill, and will let you take me off his hands at once." Old Gaol Bird I am afraid I am getting too old for my work now. Last night I got into a hotel bedroom, lay nearly the whole night under the bed on the floor, and at last discovered that the room was unoccupied." My ancestors were all soldiers, Bridget." "Indeed, were they, ma'am?" "Yes: do you know what it is to come from a fighting family, Bridget?" "Sure I do, ma'am. That's why I left my last place, ma'am Teacher: "Johnny, I don't believe :vou'v. studied your geography." Johnny:" No, mum. I heard pa say the map of the world was changin' every day, and I thought I'd wait a few years till things got settled." One day the pupils had learnt that in certain regions it rains continually for six months. The teacher then put the question: "What do they raise here?"—and from a little boy came the answer, promptly Umbrellas." "Sir," said the young man, "I trust you will object to my marriage with your daughter." "Why so?" queried the astonished parent. "Because," explained the young man, "if yo. do, I think she will consent to have me Oh! said he, with affected indifference, there are just as good fish in the sea as ever were caught." Better," the girl who had re- jected him replied pointedly, better from their point of view, because they may never be caught." Judge: "It seems extraordinary that you, who have lived an upright life for forty years, should have now ruined your prospects and dis- graced your family for a few paltry shillings." Prisoner: "It's not my fault that there wasn't more."