The Rhondda Leader

Ton-Pentre I Police Court. I I Monday.—Before the Stipendiary (Mr. Arthur Lewis), Alderman Ei. H. D'avies, Alderman Wm. Morgan, Alderman Richd. Lewis, Messrs. T. P. J enkins. Enoch Davies, W. T. Jones. J. D. Williams, and R. S. Griffiths. REFUSING TO QUIT. Alf. Davies, collier, Owmparc, was fined 15s. for refusing to quit the Owmdare Hotel, Cwmparo. A second charge of being drunk and disorderly at Ton-Pentre was preferred, and a fine of 10s. was imposed. TONYPANDY HIPPODROME. Mr. D. W. James, solicitor, Tonypandy, applied for a license for Good Friday per- formances at the Tonypandy Hippodrome. The application was granted. DRANK THE WHISKY AND STOLE THE GLASSES. John and Catherine Maloney, husband and wife, of Owmparc, were summoned for stealing three tumbler glasses from the Park Hotel, Cwmparc, the property of John Higgon. Margaret Jane Higgon, daughter of the prosecutor, said that both defendants came into the hotel on March 31st and pur- chased a bottle of whisky. They were also supplied with a glass of whisky each. Soon after they left, three glasses were missing, and when Eliz. Phillips, a domestic, was sent to defendants' house, she found two of the glasses. The third was recovered by P.O. Fudge on the following morning. When charged at the Police Station, the male defendant denied all knowledge of the theft, but the woman admitted taking one of the glasses. A second charge of a similar nature was oreferred against defendants. The glasses in this case were taken from the Owmdare Hotel. At the Police Court, the female defen- dant said that she placed the glasses in her husband's pocket. Supt. Cole said that defendants were natives of Ireland, and came to Wales about eighteen months ago. Mrs. Maloney was very fond of drink. A fine of 10s. each in each case was imposed. THE WAY TO PENAL SERVITUDE." Wm. Arthur Arriel (17), collier-boy from Porth, was indicted upon three separate charges of stealing money from various people, and a cycle spanner from Joseph Arnold, Cycle Works, Porth. David Warner, collier, of 19, Foundry Terrace, Porth, said that on 21st Septem- ber last prisoner lodged with him, and occupied the same bedroom. On the t morning of the 23rd prisoner left the house, and witness subsequently discovered that 8s. had been extracted from his trousers pocket, whilst a pair of boots, value 12s. 6d., had also been stolen. .01 Joseph Arnold, cycle dealer, Porth, said that on 11th April prisoner came into his shop to hire a bicycle. He stayed in the shop talking with a workman for some time, and after leaving, a Lucas spanner, valued at 2s. 9d., was missed. When charged, prisoner admitted steal- ing the spanner, afterwards throwing it into the river. The third charge was preferred by Geo. Davies, collier, Brook Street, Porth. Pri- soner lodged with him in September last, and stole 13s. 6d. from his waistcoat pocket in an upstairs room. Prisoner then left the house, and had not been seen since until this morning. Prisoner's father said that he had done all that he possibly could in the interests of the lad. He made a settlement with Warner in respect of the first offence for jEl, but the police did not know of this, otherwise the case would not have been brought into Court. Prisoner was a boy who preferred every other man's home except his father's. The Stipendiary commented very seriously on the lad's delinquencies, adding that, unless he soon reformed, he would find himself in penal servitude. It is a most shabby thing to do," added his Wor- ship, to steal money from people who have been kind enough to give you lodgings." OJMiliRATIiNG ST. PATRICK'S DAY. Thomas and John Macnamara are brothers, and Irishmen to boot. Like ail true sons of Erin, they set about cele- brating St. Patrick's Day in a manner befitting that worthy saint's memory; Un- fortunately, the sequel proved very un- propitious, as both, having imbibed rather freely of whisky, became disorderly and had to be ejected by force from the Red Cow Hotel, Treorchy. On the same even- ing, John was entangled in a fight with another Irishman named Lewis. Thomas was fined 10s., Lewis was similarly penalised, wmlstJohn had to forfeit 20s. CARD PLAYING ON MOUNTAIN SIDE. Fines ranging from 10s. to 30s. were imposed upon a dozen colliers, who were caught gambling with car ds on the moun- tain side. P.S. Baker and P.O. Swaffield proved the offences. TRESPASSING ON G.W.R. Fifteen colliers were prosecuted for trespassing on the Great Western Railway at Penygraig. Mr. J. D. Williams (presiding magistrate at the second court, where the case was heard) said that the proceedings were instituted in the men's own interests to prevent them risking their lives. All the defendants were fined 10s. each. Mr. Parsons, Cardiff, prosecuted for the company; A RUNNER-UP. David Polsom, collier, Treorchy, was charged with refusing to quit the Crown Hotel, Treorchy, and assaulting the land- lord. Mr. Chas. Matthews, Pontypridd, prosecuted. Eleven previous convictions were proved against defendant, and he was ordered to pay £2.

Refuge Insurance Company. Presentations at Treorchy. A most interesting social meeting of the agents of the above insurance company was held at the Institute, Treorchy, on Friday evening last. Mr. Edwin Thomas, the genial superintendent of the district, provided the agents with an excellent luncheon, and much praise is due to the caterers, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence, for their efiorts in laying out the tables in ibUCll an elaborate style. After doing jus- tice So tiie good tilings provided., the whole company paid their homage to the hero of the camera at an adjacent build- ing, and enjoyed the ordeal in proud fashion. Returning again to the insti- tute. an entertaining meeting was held. under the presidency of Chief Inspector W in. Bell, Cardih. assisted by Deputy Inspector R. Castle. The Chairman, in his remarks, made a survey of the work done by the Refuge Company throughout the Principality, and paid a high compliment to Mr. Edwin Thomas, and his two assistants, Messrs. J. R. Williams and D. J. Cassam, together with a number of excellent agents. Their record in the past had been very good, and he trusted that in the future their efforts would be still better. He con- sidered Mr. James Thomas (lago) to be a credit to the superintendent and to the Refuge Company, and he hoped his health wouia soon be restored. The business done by the agents of the Treorchy district was of the best class. In concluding, the Chairman said that this was his first opportunity of presiding over a meeting of agents, superintendents and assistant superintendents, and when he remembered that one of his agents was a member of the District Council, he was very proud of such a honour (applause). Mr. R. Castle, in a most eloquent speech, spoke very highly of the Treorchy district, and referred to the good work done by Mr. Edwin Thomas and his able staff. He dealt very elaborately with statistics, showing the increase of insur- ance work, and comparing it with other sources of investments. His duty, he con- tinued, was to inspire the new agents to devote their time to the work, and to work consistently with such a strong determination that they would demand a higher position. Mr. Edwin Thomas, the superintendent of the Treorchy district, then gave a review of the yoar at Treorchy. The whole bulk of increase during the year was as follows: —Total industrial branch, L15 Is. ld.; collections per £ amounted to 18s. 8d.; total new premiums, with cash paid through account in the ordinary branch, zC313 7s. 8d. He further complimented the agents for their efforts in the past, and hoped that their future successes would eclipse all that had gone by. Councillor E. Jones, Ton, gave a brief address, intimating that he was very pleased to be present and to be amongst such a good class of people. The assistant superintendent, Mr. D. J. Cassam, read a paper upon The Ordinary Branch. Mr. Cassam dealt exhaustively with this subject, and demonstrated that the tables of the Refuge' were on a par, if not better than any other insurance company. Then followed the chief event of the evening, viz., the distribution of prizes for 190'i. The Inspector's challenge cup for the whole of South Wales was awarded to Mr. James Thomas (Iago), Blaen- rhondda, for the biggest total in the ordi- nary brnach. He was also awarded a silver cake stand for the best collections. The prize of the district was again won by Mr. Thomas (a gold medal), and also a gold pin, value 7s. 6d.; the second prize giwan fountain pen) was gained by Mr. avid Henry Thomas. Mr. Jaa. Thomas and Mr. Henry Lawrence won 5s. each as collectors for the last quarter of the year. The following agents won 5s. each for the largest increase during the last quarter: —Messrs. Geo. Richards, Fred Evans, James Thomas (Iago), and A. J. Pomeroy. Assistant Superintendent, J. R. Williams read an excellent paper, detailing his ex- perience as insurance agent and assistant superintendent. He said that the door to door canvassing was the best busi- ness he had done, and he, therefore, urged the agents to be on the alert and to look everywhere for an open door." Mr. T. Phillips, superintendent of the Oymmer district, spoke favourably of the work done at Treorchy by the officials of the Refuge Company, but he was anxious to remind them that they were very much alive to their interests at Cymmer also. He impressed upon the agents to take their superintendents and assistant super- intendents with them, and he could vouch to the fact that they secured interest in a house where the agents had failed. He hoped no agents of the Refuge would be too narrow in sharing their secrets with their superior. official) but would always take him into their confidence. An interesting programme of music and recitations was contributed by Miss Nellie Bowen, Messrs. D. W. Thomas, D. H. Thomas, James Thomas (Iago), George Richards, William Evans, and D. R. Morgan. Miss Annie Thomas, Blaen- rhondda, ably accompanied.

Jlunotuatiou marks vtsiu %r«* used in 1490. Hearing as a rule is more acute with the right ear than with the left. Bank of England notes are numbered back- ftferds from 10,000, hence the figures 00,001. The wettest place is Grey town, Nicaragua, where the mean annual rainfall is 260 inches. The Park at Chatsworth is eleven miles round, and carries about 2,000 head of deer. It is claimed that only one out of 250,000,000 passengers on British railroad trains meets with an accident. ,1S¡r

Bohemian Girl" Perform- I ance. Ynyshir Operetio Society Scores Another Success. Previous to their production of Balfe's work at Mardy last week, the Ynyshir Operatic Society, gave two performances at the Workmen's Hall, Ynyshir, on Thursday and Saturday, the 2nd and 4th inst. Two good houses were secured, and there is no doubt but that the venture has been successful in all its aspects. This being the second production of the Bohemian Girl" at Ynyshir, it will, of course, be understood that they were judged from a higher standard, and those who had attended on the previous occa- sions were more critically inclined this time. However high the standard placed, and however keen and exacting the mind, it will be readily conceded that there was undoubted improvement. A few altera- tions had been carried out in the arrange- ment of scenery and in costumes, which were effective. Having been dealt with before, it is not necessary to enter into a detailed account. The chorus was prac- tically composed of the same members, who on this occasion entered into their work with greater vim and dash. Had they, however, followed more closely the lead of the stage manager, who, took his place in the chorus, we should have had a more combined and effective action. Very strangely, it was in the scene depict- ing the flight of the chief of the gipsies over the bridge that matters again went awry. On the whole, however, it was a chorus of which any conductor might be proud. The different parts were allocated to the same artistes as before, with the exception of the Queen of the Gipsies," which part was ably filled by Miss M. A. Clayton (Mardy), and Florestein," which had been entrusted to Mr. David Evans. Mr. David Thomas, as "Thaddeus," showed marked signs of improvement, and in fact each appearance of this artiste merits the same remark. Excellent in voice, Mr. Thomas has, therefore, only to obtain a mastery of the histrionic art, which time and a strict application to this side of the work will bring about. He sang his solos and his parts in the duets in a brilliant manner, and we have only to record one little lapse of memory, which was the result, perhaps, of too close atten- tion to effect. Arline," as represented by Madame E. A. Thomas, was also a highly improved part, and her perform- ance earned unstinted applause. Mr. Evan Davies again gave a pleasing display of his dramatic powers. Devilshoof suffered nothing at his hands, and indeed he may be said to have added attraction to the part. When it is learnt that it was against medical advice that Mr. Davies appeared on the stage, we can only marvel at the excellence of his efforts. Count Arnheim," by Mr. D. Price Howells, was well depicted, and the solos were on the whole very well sung. In addition to the rather faulty make-up, Mr. Howells some- times gave the impression of some un- certainty of his work. He is a successful artiste, and shows signs of greater powers which are as yet latent. The delegation of the part of Florestein to Mr. David Evans can be said to have justified itself. As the evening went on, Mr. Evans made better stride, and, everything considered, there is no reason why he should not again be, entrusted with a part. A very difficult part is that of the gipsies' queen, wherein has to be portrayed many emotions. Scorn and wildness of nature, combined with cunning, need much hard work to successfully introduce. Miss Clayton, however, rose splendidly to the occasion, and if she did not in a literal sense act the part to the life, she at any rate gave a performance that it is not often our pleasure to witness. Remark- ably clear in enunciation, Miss Clayton's renditions could be intelligently followed, and her powerful voice, so skilfully handled, won all hearts. Miss Clayton is an accomplished artiste, who, locally at any rate, stands supreme. Arline in childhood was prettily represented by Miss Ivy Rees, and Miss Florrie Williams was successful as "Buda (her attendant). Mr. David O. Davies was attractive as Captain of the Guard," and Mr. Wm. John Gethin correctly acted the Officer." It has been said that there was an alteration in scenery, and one cannot overlook two special pieces of scenery, namely, the Waterfall and an Old Street. These were painted by Mr. W. J. Jones, of Ynyshir, a local artiste. The paintings stamped the artiste as possessing capabili- ties far above the ordinary, and will favourably compare with scenes in even large theatres. Mr. T. A. Hudd is again to be congratulated on his stage manage- ment, to which task he gives his best energies. The pianist was Mr. E. T. Woods, G.S.M., who is too well-known to need further remark. The orchestral accompaniments were well played by a smaller band than last time, but which was a portion of Mr. Percie G. Smith's well- known orchestral combination. Mr. Tom Thomas, L.R.A.M., has added to his laurels, and is again to be congratulated on a performance which speaks volumes for his ability and the whole-hearted attention he pays to any work he may have in hand.

THE WtALrii l\p.u¡nm Us. in the atmospheric air nitrogen ie found in Mich enormous quantities that it is calculated there are 30,000 tons weight of it resting in- visible upon every acre of surface of the globe. Nitrate of tiqda, which sells at about 210 per ton, only contains about 16 per cent. of nitro- gen. The tiash value of the loose nitrogen in the air, if it could be precipitated and sold at the present market price of nitrogen, say 6d. a pound, is £ 2,000,000 per acre. The problem ia how bo get at the two millions. There is two- pennyworth of gold in every ton of sea water, but hitherto it has cost more than twopence to extract it. The value of the salt in the Great Bait Lake would, it has been estimated, pay 011 the American National Debt if it could but bo extracted ai>d brourit to market

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