The Glamorgan Gazette

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girths, Ufa maps, anb !M{rs. -r- INotices of Births and Marriages, (not exceeding Twenty Words) are charged One Shilling; and Sixpence for every atlditional Ten Words or less. Notices of Deaths will be inserted free. -r- MARRIAGE. WILKINS—LOUGHEK.—May 26th, at Coity Parish Church, Bridgend, by the Rev R. Morris, Mr R. L. Wilkins, Glamorgan Gazette Office, Bridgend, to Miss M. B. Lougher, Glyn Dderwen, near Swansea.

The other morning, when Mr Joseph Till, The Vineries, Newton, near Porthcawl, visited his hen-coops he found an egg measuring O.^in. long, and 7 Jin. across, the shell of which was so thin as to easily break on being slightly pressed by the fingers. On being broken the white and yoke flowed out, but it was felt still to contain some heavy substance, and on further breaking the shell a fully-formed hen's egg appeared, this one measuring 6}in long, and 5fin in diameter. Welshmen, says a Bristol contemporary, have long been of opinion that their language is the most musical on the face of the earth, and per- haps this accounts for their maintaining that they are the most musical people. The senti- ment found expression at Brecon eisteddfod last week in the presidential address delivered by Lord Tredegar, who said the time had gone by when it was necessary for them as Welshmen to make excuses for the eisteddfod. Even their English friends, who were proverbially dense, had learned at last that there was something good in the eisteddfod. Of course, it had taken them about twelve hundred years to come to that decision, but then twelve hundred years were not long for an Englishman to make up his mind. Miss Mary Thomas, gold medallist of the Royal Academy, has just made a very successful appearance in opera at Bedford, taking the part of Nancy in Martha. The local press speaks very highly of Miss Thamas's performance, her stage presence and mode of singing being equally good, her range of voice very wide, and every note true and clear. During the evening Miss Thomas, who had been suffering from an abscess on the foot, caught it accidentally in some projection behind the scenery, and fell fainting to the floor. Dr Harley at once took steps to revive her, and the vocalist was enabled to go through her part in the last scene resting on the arm of Mr Sandbrook. So bravely did she fulfil her task that not half-a-dozen persons in the audience were aware of the contretemps. Bad news for Bridgend girls. The marriage rate last year showed a falling off .2 per. cent. from that of 1892, and this sort of thing shows signs of getting worse. The number of marriages registered in the year was 227,135, showing 15*4 persons married per thousand living, compared with 15 6 in the previous year* A cow at Penhefyd Farm sale stubbornly objected to being sold, and caused a scene by running amuck. Mr Illtyd Thomas, the auctioneer, was about to knock her down to a bidder, when she started business on her own account and knocked down an inoffensive old man, and then bolted. The Rev Mr Lewis, of Colwinstone, who has been away for a month's holiday, is expected to return this week. Mrs Colonel Nicholl, late of the Cross, St. Hilary, has presented her husband with a son in Switzerland, where they are now staying. Colonel Spencer P. Talbot Nicholl, it may be interesting to recall, fought in the famous Te Ranga engagement in the New Zealand War 30 years ago. In the same engagement Lieut. Booth, who was only 23 years of age, a second cousin of Dr. Booth Meller, of Cowbridge, received his death wound after exhibiting most conspicuous bravery. The young officer's father, Colonel Booth,who also took part in the encounter sub- sequently died at Northallerton House from an illness contracted during a campaign in Canaia, where be performed a wonderful forced march of 370 miles in an incredibly short space of time, in all the rigour of a severe Canadian winter. The feat extorted the admiration of the Duke of Wellington himself, who it is on record declared that it was the only military achievement he ever envied. The Booths, who are closely allied to the Mellers, are one of the oldest and most dis- tinguished families in Yorkshire. For generations they have furnished gallant soldiers to the country. It was Lieut. Charles Booth, another ancestor of Dr. Meller, who fell at the storming of Badajoz in 1812, while the Colonel Booth already mentioned served with distinction in the Peninsula War under Sir John Moore. Another member of the same family was Dr. J. Kay Booth, President of Queen's College, Birmingham. The surviving members of the family are General Booth of the Royal Artillery, now residing in Jersey, who we learn is a second cousin to Dr. Meller of Cowbridge, and Mr ( harles Booth, barrister-at-law, who by the way was at Eton, with the late Mr Stacey, of Dandough Castle, and was later on fellow- graduate at King's College, Cambridge, of Mr Walby, at one time of Gilastone.

DEATH OF THE MASTER OF NEATH COTTAGE HOMES. We regret to announce the death from rheumatic fever of Mr R. H. Powell, master of the Neatb Cottage Homes. The sad event occurred on Wednesday night after a brief illness. Mr Powell, who was only 45 years of age, formerly held an important post at a large Industrial School near Liverpool.

One of those questions in connection with the carrying on of Elementary Education in this country, that generate a controversial spirit, occupied the attention of the members of the Llandyfodwg School Board at their meeting on Monday last. To put it briefly the task set before the Board was to solve the problem whether or not it was in con- sonance with the propriety of things in general, and the true educational interests of the ago in particular, to continue to em- ploy married women as teachers conjointly with their husbands. The matter is so replete with those "unpleasant delicacies" that we hear tell of in some of the more outspoken modern novels, that it requires most careful and cautious handling, and hence it is that it has been a sort of bete noir to some of the more diffident and less daring members of the Board for a long time past. « I Indeed, if report lie not, the last election was fought out solely and entirely on that principle, and one member of the Board boldly asserted that some of the more effer- vescent ratepayers impede his progress as be went his way along the streets, and with the usual nudge on the shoulder puts unto him an interrogatory somewhat after this fashion —"Halo! old fellow; when are you going to bring this question on before the Board 1" If a member interprets a multiplication of such harmless queries into vox populi—yes, the great awe-inspiring vox populi!—is it to be wondered at if he deems it good policy to act on it Have not Emperors ere now trembled before vox populi ? Have not Kings in ages past bowed down in humble obeisance to vox populi t Have not the very foundations of Government been shaken by vox populi 1 To be sure. Vox populi,!—'tis the great lever which decides every question, effects or frustrates every movement. And it is but human therefore for a few members of a parochial Board to take heed and listen to the local vox populi and bring it before the Board. # • The question has had mich a disquieting effect on the peace of the neighbourhood for such a protracted period, that it is almost a pity it cannot be got rid of in a way satis- factory to both parties. By their vote on Monday, the Board decided by the narrow majority of five to four, to continue to em- ploy married women teachers. The next development in connection with the question will no doubt be an appeal to the rate- payers —beg pardon to voz populi—on the issue. The election will be an interesting one.

PROPOSED PUBLIC HALL FOR PORTHCAWL. A further meeting of the promoters of a public hall for Porthcawl was held at the National Schoolroom on Monday evening for the purpose of receiving the Committee's report as to site, &c. The attendance was not large, Mr Councillor Evans who presided, stated that the committee appointed had met several times and had dis- cussed various sites, a list of which, with inlorma- tion as to cost, &c., they now produced. Mr W. H. Clatworthy, hon secretary, thun read the Com- mittee's report, which was discussed by Mr F. Wilson, solicitor. Mr T. James, acknowledging the trouble which the committee had taken in the matter, said every- one who had had anything to do with the promo- tion of public entertainments in Porthcawl must have repeatedly felt the want of a public hall. He thought he was misunderstood at the previous meeting when in advocating a building Uiat should not cost too much, ho was severely criticised; what he insisted upon was that the hall should be self-supporting and that the site should be a central one. Air Comley said he might be thought a bit Utopian in his ideas, but he considered they should have a reading room and the tradesmen and others should keep it going. Ho favoured a site in John-street near the Police-station, one having a side elevation. The Rev J. P. Southwell approved of John- street for the site, and suggested a reading-room where young people could see daily and weekly papers and also have a game at bagatelle or biltiards.&c, and without resorting to licensed premises. He would also like a hall large enough for a good sized public room, with offices under- neath. Mr O. J. Brooke thought the estimated cost of f2400 to be too low. Mr Brind, architect, advocated a substantial building to seat about 900 persons. St. Mary- street, he thought, would be a suitable site-deep and not requiring much excavation. He thought a public hall with all accessories, offices for the Local Board, and a reading-room, caretaker's room, &c., could be built for about f2400. Mr John Grace asked where was a suitable site when the people all went down towards the sea and the golf ground. He was anxious that some- thing should be done for the visitors. He wanted to see built a good, substantial hall which would be creditable alike to the promoters and the place, one to take up the clubs, &c. He had made up his mind to call attention to the doings of the Local Board, the majority of which—according to the Cardiff Press—represented the intelligence of the place, and who were to-night, again, con spicuous by their absence. Mr H. B. Comley moved that it be an instruc- tion to the committee to issue informal prospectuses to the people of the place and others interested in the question, offering shares, for a public hall to be built on a site in John-street, at a cost of £2,400 or thereabouts. The Rev J. P. Southwell seconded the motion, whi-b was also supported by Mr Grace, Mr T. James moved, and Mr O. J. Brooke seconded an amendment, deferring the considera- tion of the question to a future meeting in order to secure a larger attendance. The Chairman, the mover and seconder only voted for the amendment, and the resolution was therefore carried. The meeting closed with the usual votes of thanks.

HEARTS OF OAK BENEFIT SOCIETY. The annual meeting of the delegates was held at the society's house, London, on Thursday in last week. The sooiety's annual report for the past year showed a steady and large increase of the membership, which at the 31st December reached 184,000, and the inoome for the year £ 395,000, and also showed that £80,475 had been added to the reserve fund, now raising that fund to about £ 1,400,600. The number of members admitted during the year was 21,583. During the year a Convalescent Home Benefit was established, of which members have already taken advantage, and arrangements have been made with the various Homes throughout the kingdom for the reception of applicants. The meeting was resumed on Friday. Mr Ralph P. Hardy, the society's actuary, gave an interesting report about hazardous trades. It was decided that all members who were members of the Juvenile Benefit Society previous to the last alteration of the rule relating to the exclusion of miners shall be admitted to the Parent Society. Increases of salary were granted to the secretary, assistant-secretary, and the treasurer. The meeting was continued on Saturday, and was afterwards adjourned. The delegate from this district was Mr Z. P. Butler.

BRIDGEND. ENGLISH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. — The Rev Robert Ann, of Tenby, wiil preach at the above church on Sunday next at 11 a.m. and (3.30 p.m. INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL.—The foundation stone of the Intarinediate School, laid by Lord Dunraven on Monday week, was from Mr McGaul's quarry at QuarelJa, and the inscription, in imperishable lead lettering, was tha artistic work of Mr Edwin Jenkins, sculptor, of Noitou-steeet. FESTIVAL.—Lovers of congregational singing will have an opportunity on Monday next of hearing the choirs belonging to the Welsh Calvinistic Methodists in thu bridgend district at Hermon Chapel, Nolton-street, Bridgend. For particulars 0 we refer our readers to our advertising columns. ATHLETIC SroRTs.-The Licensed Victuallers' Athletic Sports will take place on Alonday next at Bridgend. Being Mabon's Day, the event will probably bring to town a great number of people from the valleys above Bridgend.— (See advt). SHOP ASSISTANTS' PICNIC. — A well attended meeting of the shop assistants of the town was held at the Central Temperance Hotel, Caroline- street, on Monday evening, Mr D L Roberts pre- sided, when it was decided to hold the annual picnic at Southemdown on Wednesday,June 27th, a committee of both ladies and gentlemen being appointed committee to make the necessary arrange- ments. No effort will be spared to make the outing a complete success.

ABERKENFIG. TRINITY CHAPEL.—The anniversary services of Trinity Calvinistic Methodists were held on Sunday and Monday evening, theomciadug ministers being the Revs J. Cyuddyian Joncs,U.D.,Cardiff, and W. John, Bridgend. Powerful and effective sermons were delivered it was evident that the Lord was with his servants. On Monday evening Dr Cynddylan Jones took his text in Genesis, the sub- ject being the life of Enoch, whom he said culti- vated deep piety and possessed a high moral charac- ter. He regarded the life or Euocl/m three aspects -(a) In its root—being a moral character (b) In irs work—having walked for many years with God, &c. (c) Its reward—he h;id;a personal testimony that he satisfied God, &c. Mr John tooi his text in 2 Kings, he pointed out the impossibility of true religion and evil conduct with one and the same person and in order to govern lightly and justly the visible affairs of daily life, it is essential that we should live in spiritual atmosphere with the invisible—meditate upon Christ and His sufferings and his plan of salvation. Each service was well attended, and the following ministers were present: Revs R. John (B), E. Davies (I), and J. R. \> illiams (pastor).- Com. Special attention is invited to the choice stock of Suitings, gents' 8ilk and felt hats, caps, shirts, collars, ties, tennis and cricketing suits kept by W. C. EDWARDS, opposite the Market, Bridgend. 171 NOTICE TO CYCLISTS.-Coma and read for yourselves your RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES and study the riding regulations, and therefore be under no doubt as to what are the PENALTIES, Full information to be had in our windows.-Brown and Williams, official repairers to the Cycle Tourist Club, VVyudham-sticet, Bridgend.—Advt.

L LAN TWIT MAJOR- CRICKET CLUB.—Mr R. T. Ba*sett, with charac- teristic generosity, has sent a full cricketing equip- ment to the new club, a very considerable help in the club's limited resources. A meeting of the club was recently held, when the officers for the year were elected, as follows:—President, Colonel Gaskell: captain, Mr C. H. Farmer; hon treasurer, Dr Simpson hou secretary, Mr J. Deere and these with Mr Goulden and Mr Robert John were appointed a committee to draft the rules. Mr Ernest John was elected vice-captaiu. The mem- bers' subscription was fixed at The secretary and treasurer were appointed to wait upon Mr Rees 'ihoinas with the view of obtaining a field. 5 Special attention is invited to the choice stock of suitings, gents' silk and felt hats, caps, shirts, collars, ties, tennis and cricketing suits kept by W. C. Edwards, opposite the Market, Bridgend. 171

GLYNCOIlItWG. On Friday last the local Literary Club wound up the season with a most enjoyable social gathering. In the afternoon an excellent tea was partaken of, the following ladies looking most effectively after the wants of the company -Mrs Gibb, Mrs D. Thomas, and Mrs Owen, MissesM. Jones, A. Jones, M. Gibb, G. Gibb, E. Gilbert, F. Vickery, F. Stephens, and M. H. Williams. Hearty votes of thanks at the close of the gathering were given to the founders of the class, Mr R. Gibb, Mr Muse, and Dr Thomas. The follovlul- programme was rendered at the after-meeting, MrL. Pugh and Miss Davies accompanying:- Pianoforte duett.Miss G Gibb and Miss Davies t' Selection Glyncorrwg Fife and Drum Band Solo, Cwymp Idewellyn Ur D. Lewis Solo, The last rose of summer Miss A Morgan Trio^flut^s, Morfa Rhuddlan Mr T Phillips and I Tri°L- Rhuddlan Mr T Phillips and A-arty Solo, Yn iach i ti Gymru' Mr D J Jones Solo Miss C Rogers Solo. Y Milwr' Mr T Simmons Solo Miss C Rogers Solo. 'Y Milwr' Mr T Simmons Selection Mr Raes Davies and Party Solo, The sea breaks on the shore 'Miss S J Rees Solo, Yr hen lane Mr D Lewis Solo, PIas Gogerddan (encore, Gwenith Gwyn' ) Mr D T Jones Solo, The song that reached my heart' (encored) Merch y Melinydd'M:i:s A Morgan Selection. Rechabites Drum and Fije Band Solo, 'Alone on the raft' (encore, 'Holy City' Miss C Rogers Duet, 'Lm.rboa'rd watch' (encored).. Mr D Lewis and Mr D J Jones Selection Glyncorrwg Fife and Drum Band Finale, lieu wlad fv nhadou, Mr D Juewis

GILFACH GOCH. BANKEXG FACILITIBS. — In response to an invita- tion from the inhabitants and Chamber of Trade at Gilfachgoch to give them better banking facilities at this place, we understand that Mr F. Moon, Metro- politan Bank, Bridgend, has decided to open an agency of that bank on Tuesday next, at the London House, Gilfachgoch, and every following Tuesday, from ten to three o'clock. We believe this will be from ten to three o'clock. We believe this will be a great boon to business people and others in the place. Special attention is invited to the choice stock of suitings, gents' silk and felt hats, caps, shirts, I Collars, ties, tennis and cricketing suits, kept by W. Edwards, opposite the Market, Bridgend. 171 NOTICE TO CYCLISTS.-Come and read for yourselves your RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES and study the riding regulations, and therefore be under no doubt as to what are the PENALTIES. Full information to be had in our windows.—Brown and Williams, official repairers to the Cycle Tourist Club, Wyndham-street, Bridgend.—Advt.

NEATH. PEESEXTATION.—An interesting presentation was made on Monday night by the members of St David's Church Choir to Mr W. L. Couch, who for 26 years has been attached to the choir named. Mr Couch has recently entered the bonds of matrimony, and this pleasing event was the occasion of the presentation. Mr Hopkin Morgan, J.P., choir- master, Mr T. R. Davies, Mr J. R. Morgan, and others, offered their con ratulations in presenting a handsome marble clock, and Mr Couch suitably ac- knowledged the kindness.

PEN COED. The annual fair will be held here on Monday. Special attention is invited to the choice stock of Knifings, gents' silk and felt hats, caps, shirts, collars, ties, tennis and cricketing suits kept by W. C. EDWARDS, opposite the Market, Bridgend. NOTICE TO CYCLISTS.-Come and read for yourselves your RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES and study the riding regulations, and therefore be under no doubt as to what are the PENALTIES. Full information to be had in our windows.-Brown and Williams, official repairers to the Cycle Tourist Club, Wyndham-street, Bridgend.-Advt. I

TYNEWYDD. WILPCL DAVAGE.-At the Bridgend Police- court on Saturday, William Farr, haulier, was summoned by Mr J. T. Onions, colliery manager, for wilful damage to a window. The window, it I transpired, was in a disused school, and defendant ) was bound over to appear in six months for judgment.

TONDU. NOTICE TO CYCLISTS.-Come and read for yourselves your RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES and study the riding regulations, and therefore be under no doubt as to what are the PENALTIES. Full information to be had in our windows.-Brown and Williams, official repairers to the Cycle Tourist lub, Wyndham-street, Bridgend.-Advt.

PENYFAI. PENNY READINGS. -The last of what have proved most popular entertainments came off on Wednes- day evening, at the Baptist Chapel. There was a large attendance. Mr D. Howells made an excellent chairman, and in his introductory address dwelt on the effectual means of improve- ment that the entertainments had proved, es- pecially to the children. Mr James Cooke deserves a word of praise for the spirit he has thrown into the affair as conductor. The following was the programme:—Recitation, Mrs Boundy; recitation, Evan M. Lewis; song, Miss Cassie John song, George Thomas recitation, Miss Gillard duet, John John and Thomas Howells; song, David Howells; song, Miss Annie Mary Harris recita- tion, Mr James Richards; song, Mr Dan Price: recitation, Mr Comley; song, Miss G. Thomas recitation, Miss M. A. Lewis reading, Mr Idris Davies recitation, Adroddwr i Gymru song (competition) for children under 12 years of age— prize divided between Miss Gil'ard and Miss Thomas; song (competition) "Y'mweliad y Bardd' —prize won by Miss Cassie John. Special attention is invited to the choice stock of suitings, gents' silk and felt hats, caps, shirts collars, ties, tennis and cricketing suits kept by W. C. EDWAEDS, opposi te the Market, Bridgend. 171

MARGAM ABBEY. THB QUEEN'S BIETHDAY.—In honour of the Queen's birthday, a review of the Margam Detach- ment of the 2nd V.B. Welsh Regiment took place at Margam Park, by Captain Knox, but the inclement weather seriously interfered with the proceedings A fen dejoie was fired by the detach- ment, followed by a march past. Hearty cheers were given for Her Majesty, Miss Talbot, and Capt Knox. Tea was provided by Miss Talbot for the Volunteers and visitors.

NEATH BOARD OF GUAR-! DIAN.S. The usual fortnightly meeting of the above Board j was held on Tuesday last. There were present, Mr F. J. Gibbins, in the chair, and Messrs Hopkin Jones, W, Leyson, Edwin Jonos, William Jones, J. H. Moore, L. Jenkins, John Griffiths, David Davies, John Joseph, Rees Thomas, B. A. GrifSths-} Lewis Jones, A. S. Gardner, M. G. Roberts, W. B. Trick, James Preston, James Muir. S. B. Davies Dr R. D. Prichard, and the Rev E. G. E. Richard- son.

APPOINTMENT OF KATBOX. The Vice-chairman, Mr Hopkin Jones, moved (in accordance with notice of motion given), that Mrs Mills be appointed matron of the Union Workhouse, at a salary of £50 per annum, subject to the ap- proval of the Local Government Board. Mr F J. Gibbins teconded. The motion was scarried unanimously, there being not a siiigle dis_ j en tion.

APPOINTMENT OF PORTER. ) Mr W. B. Trick moved, and Mr S. B. Davies seconded, and it was resolved that a porter aud tramp ward superintendent be appointed at a salary of £ 35 per annum subject to the approval of the Local Government Board. It was further resolved that the applicants for the post should have a knowledge of Welsh.

INQUIRY AT GLYN-NKATH. It wis resolved that a committee, consisting of the following guardians Me.-vsr.- Hopkin jon-s, F. J. Gibbins, and A. S. Gardner, meet at Glyn-Neath on Monday next, to give evidence in the inquiry which is to be held by the County Council as to the altera- tion of the ineath Union and Merthyr Union. This was all the business of public interest.

GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY j PROMOTION OF MR W. E. BRADSHAW. We are informed that Mr W. E. Bradshaw, chief clerk to Mr Adye, superintendent of the Cardiff Division of the Great Western Railway, has been appointed assistant superintendent for the Ogmore District in succession to Mr Paxton, who, we under- stand, will be removed to Newport to take up a similar position for the Monmouthshire Valltys. The promotion of Mr Bradfhaw will make it necessary that he should live at Bridgend, where he is well known and respected, and where his numerous friends will be glad to welcome his return. Mr Bradshaw has served the Company for about 35 years. He was station-master at Bridgend for nine years, and on the occasion of his leaving for Caidiff in 1881, to occupy a similar position he was pre- sented by the inhabitants with a gold watch. After five years he was promoted to the chief clerkship under Mr Adye. During the ten years Mr Bradshaw has been in Cardiff he has made a large number of friends.

GOOD NEWS FOR THE AVON VALLEY. A contemporary says — The extensive works owned by Messrs Wright, Butler and Co., com- prising blast furnaces, steel works, and coke ovens, which have for some years been idle, owing to the general depression consequent on the prohibitive McKinley tariff, wo hear on very good authority is about to be re-started. The news is received by all with great satisfaction, and with a sincere hope that the venture will amply repay the proprietors for the necessary outlay.

CARPENTERS' DEMANDSAT I BRIDGEND. The Amalgamated Society of Carpenters and I Joiners at Bridgend have submitted to the employers a demand for ?,d increase an hour in their wages, I makiDg it 8d an hour, and the demand that all overtime should be paid for at the rate of time- .nd- a-half after the first two hours, and that work on Sunday and general holidays should be paid for as double time. The notice expires on the 27th July, and the committee intimated that in the meantime they will be prepared to meet the employers to endeavour to come to an amicable settlement.

MAI NDY (COWBRTDG E) I BOARD SCHOOL. The Government Report of this school has just been received. The work of the scholars for the previous years was thus commented on by H.M. Inspector of Schools in his report:—' The work throughout this school is neat, accurate, and intelligent, and the discipline gives great satis- faction.' The following is a copy of the report for the present year: This is a very well conducted school: the tone, order, and instruction a.re praiseworthy, the last mentioned being very carefully and faithfully carried out. Indeed Mr Lovett deservss a special word of praise, The infants are in very good hands aud the older ones are well prepared by Mrs Lovett for the work of the 1st Standard in elementary subjects, and are alo instructed in object lessons, recitations, and drawing."

RECHABITISM AT ABERKENFIG. The annual demoustration of the Tondu and Aberkenfig branch of the Independent Order of Rechabites took place on Monday, the 21st inst. There was a strong turn-out, and at half-past two the members attended Ebenezer Chapel, where the Rev Mr Taylor (Wesleyan) delivered a powerful temperance address. He referred to the fact that they had about 20 public-houses in the village, and four grocers' licenses, or one establishment for the sale of drink to every 100 inhabitants. The procession afterwards paraded the village,and at five o'clock tea was given in the vestry. Subsequently, a most enjoyable entertainment, at which the Rev Mr Richards discharged the duties of Chairman, took place, a special feature of which were the admirable selections rendered by Mr Gomer Jones and party. Financially and otherwise the Lodge occupies a most favourable position, and is steadily progressing. The number of new members admitted last year was 22, bringing up the total number of members I on the book to 107. Twenty-nine members received sick benefit to the extent of £54 10s., while £10 was paid in funeral benefit in respect of one member. The funds showed an increase during the year of £50 lis Old, the cash in bank being JE238 Os Sid. The Juvenile Lodge numbers 55 members, who, by contributing Id a week, are entitled when sick to a weekly relief of 2s tid. [

BRIDGEND LOCAL BOARD l —— THE SEIZURE OF DISEASED MEAT. The ordinary meeting of the Bridgend Local Board was held on Tuesday evening. Mr W. McGaul (chairman) presided, and there were present —Messrs Richards, Wallington, Rich, Francis, Powell, and Davies. FINANCE. The finance committee among other matters recommended the payment of an instalment of £40ij in respect of the cemetery contract. It was reported that the contractor was proceeding very *atisfac- j torily with the works. PLANS. The report of the works committee dealt with a number of plans which had been submitted for approval, but the committee were unable to recom- mend the board to pass any of the plans, none of them being in accordance with the b\e-laws. The Chairman in moving the adoption of the I report made a vigorous protest against the studied neglect of the bye-laws evinced by those who bad sent in the plans for approval. SEIZUEE OF DISEAEID 1CBAT. J The Surveyor reported that he had recently seized two carcases at the slaughter-house, and that on the recommendation of the medical officer, and after the inspection by a magistrate, the same had been destroyed. He had ascertained that the animals in question belonged to Mr David Llewellyn, butcher, who explained to him that the animals had been forwarded to him by a local faraer. and that he had refused to accept them &s being diseased. The Clerk adviaed the board that before determining upon a prosecution it would be well to seek an explanation from the faimer iu question, aud this was directed to be done. j PBOCSEEINOa AGAINST A PROPERTY OWSEE. ¡ On the Surveyor's report, proceedings were ordered to be taken against Mr George James in re- spect of nuisances existing on premises of his at Newcastle Hill and North-street. It was also reported that summonses for similar nuisances werf pending against Mr George James in respcci of I other property. Legal proceedings were directed to be taken j against Mr James Gregory for breaches of the byo- laws in respect of houses being built at Caedre-street, it being reported that the houses had been com- menced before a plan had been deposited, that a menced before a plan had been deposited, that a plan when deposited was referred bact as n-ofc being in accordance with the bye-laws, and that no step I had been taken to submit proper plans. NATIONAL SCHOOL ALTERATIONS. ¡ The Surveyor also reported that alterations to the National Schools had been commenced without plans I, j having been submitted, that the plans when sub- mitted were found to be not in accordance with the j bye-laws, and that the buildings, when examined, were found to be not in accordance with the plans. A second set of plans had been submitted, and these also were not in accordance with the bye-laws. The Clerk read letters from the Rector of Coity, and the builder, which fully explained the position they had taken up. Proceedings were ordered to be taken against the builder, as being legally responsible, and the Clerk was directed to ask for a nominal penalty onlv, as the fault appeared to lie with the architect. I I OBSTEtrCTION OF FOOTPATHS. Complaints were received of the obstruction of I footpaths by local tradesmen, and a list of delin- quents was read. j The Clerk was directed to write a special letter to each one, warning him that a prosecution would follow a repetition of the act complained of. BECENT DIPHTHBBIA OUTBREAK. ? The Medical Officer (Dr Randall) read his quar- terly report,which dealt particularly with the recent f outbreaks of typhoid and diphtheria, and contained j a number of suggestions in view of a possible out- break of cholera. j It was resolved that the report be considered at the next meeting of the board, and that the Sur- veyor in the meantime prepare a special report on the matters referred to. I The Clerk read a communication from the Local Government Board, enclosing the copy of a letter received from Mr T. Williams, Brynhaulog, on this matter, complaining of the action of the board in allowing the terminals of main drains to be unven- tilated. The Surveyor also fully reported on the matter, .1 and the Medical Officer read a copy of a report which he had prepared for the Looal Government Board on the same subject. It appeared that the board during several months past unsuccessfully made every effort to obtain per- I mission from the neighbouring landlords to allow the erection of a ventilating shaft for Park-street. Permission had, however, now been given, and two I ventilating shafts had been erected. It was resolved that the Clerk reply fully to the Local Government Board on the various points named in Mr Williams' letter. TENDEB3. A number of tenders for the supply of tools, &c., were referred to the Works Committee. ELECTRIC LIGHTING. The Clerk produced the certificate of the Taxing Master of the House of Commons allowing the bills of the Parliamentary agent and himself, including disbursements for printing, at JC207 8a 8d. It was resolved that cheques be signed for the several amounts. The Chairman undertook that the report of the special committee should be laid before the next meeting. A HOLIDAY FOR THE WEIGHER. One month's leave of absence was given to the weigher, a medical certificate being produced that he was unfit to do his duty. Thomas Thomas was appointed as his substitute.

PROPERTY SALE AT MAESTEG At the Castle Hotel on Wednesday evening, Mr Rhys D. Morgan conducted a sale of leasehold properties. The vendors were the trustees of the Maesteg Permanent Benefit Building Society, Mr R. Scale acting as solicitor. The first three lots, consisting of a honse and shop, No 28, Station- street, a cottage adjoining, and two cottages, Nos 26 and 27, Garn-road, were disposed of prior to the public sale. Lot 4 being a cottage and premises, No. 16, Grove-street, was sold tc Mr Thos Lewis, Alma-road, for JE77.

THE BONA FIDE' AT LLANILID. At Cowbridge police-oourt on Tuesday, Thomas Davies was charged with falsely representing himself to be a bona fide traveller. Defendant was found by P.C. Hyam and P.C. Webber at the Fox and Hounds Inn, Velindre, Llanilid, on Sunday, the 17th instant, with drink before him. He stated that he came from the further side of Llanharran, whereas he actually lived only 21 miles away. Defendant was left off with a caution, I

THE PROPOSED HOSPITAL ¡ AT THE LEYS. A public meeting is about to be held to protest against the proposal of the Barry and Oadoxton Local Board to erect an Infectious Diseases Hospital neu the Leys, St Athan, as the place is a most popular health resort. It is pointed out that a I suitable site can be readily obtained within a short distance along the coast in a westerly direction.

BRIDGEND POLICE COURT SATURDAY. WINDOW BEE AKINO AT TYNEWYDD. William Tarr, a lad. of 6, Corbett-street, Tynewydd, for wilful damage to the window of a disused schoolroom at Tynewydd, was bound over to appear for judgment in six months. I

NO LICENSE FOR HIS DOS. Wm Rees, collier, Heol-laethog, was fined £1 for < keeping a dog without a license. It appeared that the defendant had had the dog-a greyhound—for l two years without a licence. I

FURIOUS RIDING AT BBIMBKD. t Wiliam Mann, a Bridgend oatlear, was mmlet in 10s for furious riding on the higkway. I

| WEDDING AT NEATH. j On Thursday (testerday) Wesley Chapel was the i centre of much interest, the occasion being the j marriage of Mr Horace Hampton Kimble, only son. of Mr J. Kimble, Wymondeiey House, and Afia« S. J. Evans, second daughter of Mr Samuel Evans, ironmonger. The ceremony was performed by the Rev W. Ninnia, of Bristol, brother-in-law of the bridegroom, assisted by the Rev A. Farrar, Neath- Thi bride, who was given away by her father, was attired in a wedding-dress of cream cashmere, trimmed with brocaded satin, made with a demi- tryin, and wore a veil trimmed with lace and orange blossoms, and carried a boquet of choice flowers, consisting of orchids, stephanotis, and Marechal Neil roj-es, the gift of the bridegroom. She waa attended as bridesmaids by Miss Lizzie Evans (sister), Miss Beatrice Brewer (cousin), liIisB Mary Kimble and Miss Bertha Kimble (sisters of the bridegroom). They wore dresses of flowered delaine, trimmed with lace, and picture hats, trimmed with cream moire they each carried bouquets of choice flowers, the gift of the bridegroom. Mr A. C. Raymond presided at the organ with his accus- i turned ability, and played choice selections, which included Mendelssohn's Wedding March.' There was a large gathering of friends at the chapel, and hearty congratulations were showered upon the happy pair. After the ceremony the wooding party left the sacred edifice for the home of the bride, where the wedding breakfast was served. The wedded couple left by the 11.30 express for London, e-H route for Switzerland, where The honeymoon will be spent. Mr H. H. Kimble and his bride have '•eceived a. large number of valuable presents, as follows: — Bride to Bridegroom, set of gold links Bridegroom to Bride, handsome gold w,itch and albert Bride's Father, a cheque Bride's Mother, household liuen, &:c. Bridegroom's Father, a cheque Bridegroom's Mother. Dore Bible and china tea set Mifs Lizzie Evans, silver tea-pot Mr Herbert G. Lvans, dining-room clock and statuettes Mr Arthur H. Evans, set carved ivory chess and geld and pearl brooch Miss Edith Kimble, inlaid rosewood table Misses Mary and Bertha Kimble, cak cabinet Miss Patty Howen, silk cushion and counterpane M:* H. J. Davies, Bristol, set silver teaspoons Mrs Davies, Bristol, pair flower bowls Miss Davies, Bristol, pair antimacassars Mr and Mrs Kappell, silver and ware jam stanl Mr Sam and Miss Richards, pair vases Mrs Andrew Southfield, silver and glass jam stand Mr and Mrs J. E. Richards, silver breakfast craet Mr and Mrs Ruffle, silver sugar sifter Mr Hugh and Miss Ruffle, oak and silver toast rack Mrs Havman, silver and glass marmalade dish Mrs Brewer, counterpane. Mrs Collier, set hot-water jugs Mrs Stuart, London, Doulton flower bowl Miss Smith, oak inkstand Mr Hotham, Bath, case silver serviette rings Rev Mr and Mrs Ninnis, Bristol, dinner service Mr T. R. Davies, brass coal vase Miss Jack, carved photo frame and carved oak bellows Mr G. Rees, fretwork bracket Mrs G. Rees, bread platter and vases Mr Gough, Birmingham, afternoon tea set Mrs Hill. three cake dishes Mr and Mrs Paul, silver salt cellars Mrs and Miss Hibbert, pair Dresden vases Mr F. A. Deer, leather purst Mr and Mrs George Baxter, oak and silver biscuit barrel and butter dish Miss Ann Davies, old china cake dish and creatm jug Miss Boucher, artistic workbask in silk Mr J. S. Church, silver sugar stand Mr James Fear Davies, gold drawing-room chair Rev Mr and Mrs Farrar, silver and ivory pickle forks Miss Ladd, set d'oyleys Miss Catherine Davies, silver cruet Mi&s Jones, toilet set Miss SwasL, hot-water jug Mrs Glass, views Mrs Chappie, case of silver fruit spoons Miss G. Chappie, silver butter-knife and jam spoons Airs George Chappie, pair flower bowls Air and Mrs Peters, glass shades Mr Palmer, calendar in silver frame Mrs Porter, silver butter-knife and jamepoo* Miss Partner, London, textboon in calf Mr and Mrs W. J. Moore, chest of tea Mrs Thomas, Kengdon, silver jam stand Mr J. taliesin Davies, silver cream jug Mr Rowland Davies, silver pencil case Mrs Rosser, pair china candlesticks Miss Ivy Ninnis, book

ALARMING ACCIDENT AT LLANBLETHIAN. On Friday last, the son of Mr Evan Howells, Llanblethian, aged nine, met with a seriom accident, being thrown out of a cart, and sustaining concussion of the brain. Under Dr Meller's care, however, the patient is progressing very favourably.

FUNERAL OF MR AFANLAIS LEWIS. The remains of the late Mr Afanlais Lewis were interred in the cemetery at Aberavon on Thursday afternoon in the presence of a large concourse of re- latives and friends. The vicar (the Rev. H. Morris) cfficiated at the graveside. The deceased was a member of the Wern Independent Chapel, and the pastor the Rev. Mr. Lloyd), choir, and congrega- tion followed the remains to the cemetery. The choir, under the leadership of Mr Charles Vowlee, sang a couple of hymns at the graveside.

NEATH BOROUGH POLICE COURT. MONDAY. James Watkins was charged with being drunkia Water-street. Police-constable Morgan proved the case, and was fined 2s Cd and costs or seven days. John Arnold, Mount Pleasant, collier, was charged with being drunk and disorderly in Green- "treet. Police-constable Morgan proved the case, and defendant was fined 5s and costs or seven days. Thomas Davies, hawker, was charged with being drunk on the Parade. Police-constable Cross proved the case, and defendant was fined 5s and costs or seven days. Wm Evans, collier, Penydre, was c&Srged witk being drunk in Morgan's-court. Police-conslkbie Llewellyn Jones proved the case.-Fined 60 tad costs.

ABERAVON SCHOOL BOARD A special meeting of this board was held oa Tuesday afternoon, Mr Rees Thomas presided. It was decided to accept the tender of Mr Thomas James, Porthcawl, for the erection of an infant school at Sandfields, at the sum of £ 1,260, subject to the approval of the Education Department, and to his furnishing efficient sureties. The question of the appointment of an assistant master was gone into, and it was resolved to select Mr William David, of Ferndale, and W. H. Rhys, of Hirwain, to appear before the board on Friday next. J Several applications from teachers were male for increase in their salaries, and. in most cases increases of S,5 a year were conceded. The clerks to the board applied for an increase of salary in consequence of the great increase of the work since the formation of the board.. The latter fact was readily admitted, and the board unani- mously agreed to raise the salary from dE25 to JMO per annum.

MEDICAL INSPECTION OF COWBRIDGE DISTRICT. Dr Williams, the County Medical Officer, made a complete inspection of the eastern district o; the Bridgend and Cowbridge J. ural Sanitary Authority on Thursday and Friday last, and his report will be presented to the County Council at their next meeting.