The Glamorgan Gazette

Notices. PUBLIC HEALTH ACTS AMENDMENT ACT 1907. WE, the Urban District Council for the Urban Distract of Maesteg, in the County of < rla- dorgan, hereby give Public Notice that we intend to apply to His Majesty's Principal Secretary of 8tate for the Home Department for an Order declaringthalt Part vii. of the above named Act except Sections 82 and 83 and the whole of Part viii. of the above named Act shall be in force in the aforesaid District. Dated this 16th day of June, 1909. ROBERT SCALE, Maesteg, 9954 Clerk to the said Go-nneil. PUBLIC HEALTH ACTS AMENDMENT ACT, 1907. WE, the Ui'ban District Council for the Urban Distr.ict of Maesteg, in the County •of Cla- morgan, hereby Kive Public Notice that we intend to apply to the Local Government Board for an Order declaring that Parts i., ii., iii., IV., v., and vi. of the above named Act shall be in force in the aforesaid District. Dated this 16th day of June, 1909. ROBERT SCALE, Maesteg, 53 Clerk to the said Counoil. THE POISONS AND PHARMACY ACT, 1908.; I JOHN REES, of Llantwit Major. Glamor- 9 gan, carrying on a Drug Store at Llantwit Major, Hereby Give Notice that I intend to apply ;for a license to sell and keep open shop for the -bale of Poisonous Substances (to which Section 2 of the Poisons and Pharmacy Act, 1908. applies), for use exclusively in connection with Agriculture and Horticulture. (Signed), 9970 JOHN REES. Re THOS. GKOHUE SMITH, ESQ., of Bryn Eglwys. Newton, Porthcawl, formerly of Bridgemd, retired Bank Manager, deceased. ALL persons having claims against the estate of the deceased are requested to send forthwith particulars! thereof to us. Dated this 24th day of June, 1909. STOCKWOOD & WILLIAMS, 9999 Solicitors, Bridgend. INSPECTOR OF MINES. Private Lessons by Post. MINE Managers' Exams. Scholarships and Associateship in Mining, etc. Candidates i»repared. Mineralogy, Geology, Coal and Metal (lining, Placer and Hydraulic Mining, ore dressing, imilling, mining, imining mathematics, electricity, ana surveying. Certificates awarded. Write for Syllabus.-The Cambrian Mining School, Glan- ffire d, Porth, Glam. 9909 -+- FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY. FREEHOLD Dwelling House and Garden, sit- JC uate at Cefn Hirgoed recently built; three xooms ground floor, three bedrooms. For further particulars apply to DA.VID LLEWELLYN, Solicitor, 10015 17, Wyndham Street. Bridgend. TO MILLERS, GROCERS AND OTHERS. TO LET with immediate possession, Newcastle Mill, Mill House and land.—Apply, J. M. Randall, Dunraven Estate Office, Bridgend. 9903 TRESPASSERS on Tyisha Farm, Bettws, will JL be prosecuted, and all Fowls shot after this date. -(Signed), Thomas Thomas. 9911 THE BRIDGEND & DISTRICT INVESTMENT AND LOAN SOCIETY (Registered under the Friendly Societies Act). Registered Offiee: Cafe Royal, Dunraven Place, Bridgend. Agencies: Brynmenin and District, Mr. T. Jones, Abergarw.Row, Brynmenin. Ogmore Vale, Nant- vmoel and District, Mr. T. J. Job, Graigfryn Terrace, Nantymoel. Llanharan and District, Mr. E. M. Gronow, Coedbychan Farm, Llan- liarran. SHARES are1taken .up upon payment of weekly contributions, from 7d. for one share value £ 5, to 5s. 2d. for ten shares value £ 50, with a limit per member of 40 shares value £ 200. Members will find the Society provides a safe and remunerative investment for small savings, and borrowing members will find the easy terms of repayment convenient. Contributions received and members enrolled at the Registered Office, Cafe Royal, Dunraven-plaee, Bridgend, every Monday evening, from 7 to 8.30. EVANS, Secretary, 94-81 31, Nolton Street, BRIDGEND. Tenders TO BUIiLDERS. TENDERS are invited for the erection of Villa Residenee and Outbuildings in Neath Road, Ma.esteg, for Mi:. A. Nicholas. Plans and Specifications may be seen and Form of Tender obtained at t,lie,oflice of the Architect. Sealed Tenders to be sent in to the undersigned jiot, later than Friday, the 2nd July, 1909. The lowest or any Tender not necessarily accepted E. WHITFIELD BURNETT, M.S.A., Architect, St. Michael's Road, Maesteg. 16tii June, 1909. 9942 BRIDGEND AND COWBRIIXiE Cottage Homes. The Superintendent would be pleased to correspond with any former Scholar, with a view of forming a RE-UNION DAY at an early date 10012 COSy CORNER, PIER HEAD, PORTHCAWL. I Mr. Ted Hopkins, BLACKBIRD ENTERTAINERS. Twice Daily, at 3 & 7.45 p.m. during Season.

BRIDGEND GROUP OF SCHOOLS —.—- « SUGGESTED NEW SCHOOL FOR BRIDGEND. There were present at the meeting of the managers of the Bridgend Group of Schools yesterday: Rev. E. S. Roberts (Rector of Coity), presiding; Mrs. Powell, Bridgend; Mrs. Williams, Llantwit Major; Messrs. G. Harris, Bridgend; Illtyd Williams, Castle- ton, and Griffith Edwards, Llwyniwrch, with the clerk (Mr. E. Preece. junr.), the primary inspector (Mr. Bryn Davies), and the county architect (Mr. D. Pugh Jones). ATTENDANCE. Mr. George Harris, who had examined the attendance reports, stated that there was a falling off in the attendance of the Bridgend' Non-provided Schools, while that of the Pro- vided' Schools had decreased 5 per cent. He thought this was chiefly accounted for by the schools being open on the occasion of the Horse Show. The attendance in other dis- tricts of the Group was well maintained, but in the Kenifig Hill district there was a slight decrease in the percentage which, the attend- ance officer stated, was due to whooping cough and some cases of measles. ACTING AS CADDIES. The Primary Inspector asked whether any proceedings had been taken against the par- ents of the boys who absented from school in order to act as caddies at Southerndown. The Attendance Officer stated, that ten summonses had been issued, and were return- able for Saturday (to-morrow). THE WELSH PAGEANT. Letters were received from some head teachers suggesting the closing of their schools on dates when. they proposed taking some of the scholars to see the Welsh Pageant at Cardiff. Mr. Bryn Davies: That question has al- ready been dealt with by the Education Com- mittee, who have sent out a circular to the teachers. Mr. Harris: Is there to be a general holi- day ? Mr. Davies: No; but in cases where head teachers are taking a substantial proportion of the children to Cardiff the schools will be closed. It was stated that the head master of Cefn Oribbwr School was arranging a concert to defray the expense of taking the elder scho- lars to Cardiff, and the use of the school building for this purpose was granted. SCHOOL TREATS. Numerous requests for holidays on the oc- casion of Sunday School treats were received, and. where it was stated by the local mana- gers that the attendance would be consider- ably interfered with, they were granted. Mr. T. J. Davies remarked that when an application with respect to Cefn Cribbwr School was received at the previous meeting, objection was taken by one of the Bridgend managers. The Chairman We gave you a half-liol iday, which met you handsomely. (Laughter.) Mr. Davies said the Education Committee* had frequently made an appeal to Sunday Schools to come to some arrangement for holding these treats on the same day. It was a pity something could not be done in that, respect. I It was stated that the Coychurch Lower Church of England and Nonconformist Schools were agreeing to hold their treats on the same day, and Mr. Griffith Edwards re- marliooi that he hoped this example would be generally followed in the Group so as to pre- vent interference with school work. A TEACHER'S REQUEST. Mr. J. B. Evans, Porthcawl, wrote applying for leave of absence on Wednesday next in order to attend to some important business. The Chairman Does he say what the busi- ness is? The Clerk No, sir. The Chairman: I think he should indicate the nature of the business. Important business" might mean anything, and he might also be able to attend to it outside school hours. Mr. Bryn Davies said teachers making such applications were supposed' to indicate in general terms why they applied. The Chairman It is generally understood that a reason must be assigned. The letter was referred to the head teacher, so that the matter could be placed before the chief education official. SALARY INCREASED. A letter was read from the chief education official intimating that the Education Com- mittee had decided to grant the headmaster of Coychurch Lower School an increase of 920 in his salary. NEW PYLE SCHOOL. Dr. James also wrote that the Education Committee agreed with the managers that im- mediate additions to the school accommoda- tion in the neighbourhood of Pyle and Kenfig Hill should be made. The committee had decided to erect a temporary building on a site which they hoped to acquire from the Margam Estate. The county architect produced1 a tracing showing the site. Ö The matter was referred to a committee of the local managers. The County Architect said he hoped the matter would be dealt with next week, as lie was anxious to get the work in hand ith- out delay. BRIDGEND ACCOMMODATION. Reporting on the school accommodation at Bridgend, the Primary Inspector stated that the Board of Education had revised the ac- commodation of the Council Schools, and there was the prospect of the average attend- ance exceeding the accommodation in the near future. He supplied statistics showing the annual increase of attendance at the Council and non-Provided Schools. Council Schools.—Boys': Accommodation, 355: average attendance, 321. Girls': Ac- commodation, 282 average attendance, 310. Infants': Accommodation, 280; average .at- tendance, 234. TotaL accommodation, 917; average attendance, 865. -Noii-Provi,cled. -Church of England: Ac- commodation, 327; average attendance, 246. Roman Catholic: Accommodation, 116; aver- age attendance, 78. Total accommodation, 443; average attendance, 317. The accom- modation of the Non-Provided Schools had not been. revised by the Board, but when this had been done the figures would probably be Church of England, 245; Roman Catholic, 108; total, 353. The numbers on the registers at the Coun- cil Schools were: Boys', 359; Girls', 359; In- fants, 336; total, 1.034. At the Church of England School,, 319; and at the Roman Catholic, 103. He recommended: (1) Provision of new mixed and infants' departments fOT 250 child- ren in the Oowbridge-road area (2) engage- ment., of vestry to relieve overcrowding in girls' department; (3) enlargement of cloak- room in girls' department; (4) provision of sliding partitions in the three departments of the Council Schools. Mr. Harris: This is rather a tall order. Mr. Bryn Davies: It is becoming rather a serious matter, and the sooner it is faced the better. He pointed' out that probably before land was acquired and the school put up they might be in a serious difficulty with re- gard to accommodation. Mr. Harris suggested that perhaps a tem- porary building might be provided. The County Architect: We are rather: in a difficulty in the county at present so far as temporary buildings are concerned. We want two already. PORTHCAWL EXTENSION. Mr. Pugh Jones put before the managers a sketch plan of the proposed additions to the Porthcawl School. The Chairman: A short-sighted policy seems to have been adopted at Porthcawl. Mr. Harris: I explained my views on the subject at the time. After perusing the plan. Mr. Harris said it would be well if a larger exten- sion was carried out, at Porthcawl, having re- gard to the rapid growth of the place. Mr. Bryn Davies: If the increase continues it will probably become necessary to give over the present Council School entirely for a. Mixed Department, and erect a new Infants' School. Referring to the Chairman's remark, the County Architect said the Board of Educa- tion would not allow the Education Commit- tee to provide a larger school than. was erec- ted. Mr. Bryn Davies: We could only provide for 80 children. On the motaoni of the Chairman, seconded by Mr. G. Harris, the plan was approved sub- ject to the local managers being satisfied.

PORTHCAWL URBAN COBHOL 1 SUGGESTED SPEED LIMIT FOR MOTOR- CARS. SUNDAY GOLF ON THE COMMON TO BE PROHIBITED. ARRANGEMENT FOR STRING BAND. The ordinary meeting of the Porthcawl Urban District Council was held on Monday evening, there being present: Messrs. J. L. Lambert, J.P. (in the chair), John Grace, W. J. Griffin, David Jones, Edmund Herne. T. E. Deere. John Elias (Newton), W. J. Jackson, and John Elias (Nottage), with the clerk (Mr. E. T. David), the deputy clerk (Mr. W. Chor- ley). and the surveyor and inispector (Mr. A. S. Liliey). THE LATE MR. T. G. SMITH. The Chairman proposed a vote of condo- lence with the widow of Mr. T. G. Smith, Bridgend (who had been treasurer of the Council since its formation until recently). He spoke feelingly of the pleasant relations which had existed between the Council a.nd Mr. Smith for many years past, remarking that they had no cause to regret anything during the whole period of Mr. Smith's con- nection with the Council. The vote was carried sub silentio. SHROPSHIRES" BAND. With reference to the non-appearance of the Shropshi res' Band on the Esplanade on the previous Wednesday and Sunday, M'r. Heme and the surveyor reported on inter- views they had had with the officers at New- ton. It appeared that it was impossible for the band to play on the front, on Sundays, but the officers had agreed to their appearing on Wednesdays. The bandmaster, however, had not given a. definite reply. 1 Mr. Deere: What about next Wednesday? The Surveyor: He is going to let me know. A vote of thanks was accorded Mr. R. E. Jones for entertaining the band to tea on the occasion when they played on the front. SPEED FOR MOTOR CARS. Mr. T. Mausel Franklen, clerk to the Gla- morga.n County Council, writing with refer- ence to the Council's request that application should be made to the Local Government Board for an order limiting the speed at which motor cars should be driven through certain parts of the Porthcawl district, stated that the Roads and Bridges Committee saw no occasion to depart from their previous de- cisions not to recommend application being made for such an order where the speed limit of ten miles an hour on the roads in question was not necessary to prevent danger to the public, which, the committee considered, re- ferred to the Toads mentioned in the Coun- cil's application. The Chairman: I am afraid we are in the hands of the County Council. Mr. Deere: Can't we make an application to the Local Government Board direct. The Clerk I don't think oO. No further action was taken in the matter. COUNCILS ASSOCIATION. A letter from the acting clerk to the newly- formed Welsh District Councils' Association reqnested the Council to appoint a represen- tative on the Provisional Committee of the Association. The Chairman gave a brief report of the proceedings of the inaugural conference held at Llandrindod. at which he represented the Council, and said the "opinion seemed to be unanimous that the Association would be a useful organisation. He thought it would be of great assistance to the various Coun- cils. Mr. Grace proposed that the Chairman be appointed to represent the Council on the committee. Mr. Griffin said he would vote against the motion because lie objected to the Council being put to any expense in regard to the As- sociation. The motion was carried, Messrs. Griffin, Jackson, and Elias (Newton) dissenting. RIGHT OF WAY DISPUTE. Mr. Alec M. Tapson. solicitor, Cardiff, for- warded copy of correspondence which had passed between him and the secretary to the Royal Porthcawl Golf Club on the subject of the closing of what Mr. Tapsoll contended was a right of way across the ground upon which the club had erected their club house. Mr. Tapson stated that the right of way had been used by himself and his family for about 20 years. Having no desire to vexatiouslv interfere with the club, he had, since the erection of the club house, been using the next most convenient access to the beach by the road to the Rest, then by the road to the clubhouse, afterwards striking on to the road' going along the beach past the links. He had not been interfered with until this year, but the club now intended taking up an arbitrary position with a view to prevent- ing the public having access to the beach lit-ai- the club house. Colonel G. P. Hatch, the secretary, replied that the club was prepared to deny and con- test the alleged right of way on all points, but rightly or wrongly, that had nothing to db with the use by Mr. Tapson; of a private road made and maintained by the club and in their authorised possession from their landlady, who notified that it was a private one for the use of the club only. The land in question is situated just out- side the Porthcawl urban district, and it was stated that the matter was being dealt with by the Penvbont Council .surveyor (Mr. Ernest Jenkins), who was making an ap- pointment with Mr. Lipscomb to discuss the matter. STRING BAND. Mr. T. P. Higg inson. Beach-road, Porth- cawl. wrote applying for a 'jpitch for a small >tring band and singer" on The green or pro- menade during the season. Mr. Elias (Xottage) was informed by the Clerk that the granting of the application vould not be a breach of the agreement with Mr. Ted Hopkins. Mr. Grace: It would be well if we could et some music. Everybody doesn't care for .he other entertainment. NL-. Elias (Nottage): But if we grant a permit for vocalists for the Green it will not be in accordance with the agreement with Mr. Hopkins. The Green is under our con- trol. The Clerk: So far as the Green is con- cerned, there would be no violation of the agreement, which states that Mr. Ted Hop- bus has the sole right to give pierrot enter- t,alliments in the field abutting on the Esplanade and near the Coastguard Station, the Council agreeing not to allow any troupe ro perform upon land on the Esplanade under the Council's control during the sea- iOn. Mr. Elias (Nottage) The Council has con- trol of the Green. The Chairman The agreement refers to a pierrot performance only. An application for the right to give orches- tral performances on the Esplauade was also received from Mr. H. Compton, of the New Theatre, Cardiff. The applicant stated that the theatre being closed until next Bank Holiday, would enable him and some friends to play at Porthcawl. Mr. Deere proposed that the Council grant the application of Mr. Higginson for Votb the Esplanade and the Green. He thought there should be a guarantee that the band would plav for the months of July and August. Mr. Elias (Xottage): You give him the right to engage a vocalist as well? Mr. Deere: Yes. one vocalist does not amount to a troupe of pier rote. The Clerk: I don't know what the defini- tion of pierrot is, but MT. Deere might amend his resolution so as to exclude pierrots from taking part. Mr. Deere amended his motion accordingly, and Mr. Grace then seconded it. Mr. Griffin proposed, as an amendment, that the permit should be limited to the Green, so that the Council should be quite clear as to any point of law which might arise. Mr. Hopkins might possibly, on the terms of the agreement, object to any vocal entertainment on the Esplnnnde. Mr. iierne seconded. It would be a mis- take. he said. if the Council by any chance got themselves into an action, and there was every chance of this if they granted a permit for the Esplanade. The amendment was carried, Messrs. Elias (Newton), Deere, and. Grace dissenting. Mr. Elias (Nottage) proposed' a further amendment that Mr. Higginson be em- powered to give orchestral entertainments only, on both the Green and Esplanade, which wae defeated, Mr. Griffin's proposal was then agreed to- confining the entertainments to the Green. It was decided to charge Mr. Higginson £.2 2s. for the right. ESTATE DEVELOPMENT. Mr. J. M. Leeder, Swansea, agent to the- Calvert-Jones Estate, wrote that he had not yet been able to decide on a scheme for the, development of the estate, and owing to the- undulating nature of the land, it would en- tail too large a cost to deal with it on thet lines he would like to adopt. The matter- would have to stand over far the present, (Iol., Grey being in South Africa, and in the mean- time it would be for the purchasers of the lots along the New-road to make arrange- ments with the Council as to the. drainage, etc. He agreed that it was desirable in the' •^erest.-s of all concerned that anrangements should be ir de to obtain the be6t sanitary results possi. e, and when next in Porthcawl he would arrange to meet the Council to dis- ouss the situation with them. SUNDAY GOLF. The recommendations of the Works Com- mittee included the following:—"That the clerk be directed to inform Mrs. Mary Gor- don, the Lady of the Manor, that the Council propose issuing notices prohibiting the play- ing of golf on the Look's Common exclusively on Sundays, and on week-days between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m during the summer months (July 1st to September 30th. and to inquire whether, in the event of proceedings- being taken against any persons disregarding, the notices, Mrs. Gordon would, as Lady of the Manor, assist the Council in the prosecu- tion of the offenders further, that Mrs. Gor- don be informed' that the Council intend, sub- ject to her consent being obtained-, taking: steps to apply to the Board of Agriculture fan a scheme under the Commoners' Act of 1899, for the regulation and management, of thar common, and that Mrs. Gordon be asked whether she would support the Council im their application." It appeared that at the committee meeting an amendment was submitted prohibiting golf on the common on Sundays exclusively, end! on Wednesdays after eleven o'clock during the season, but this was negatived. The recommendatiot1 of the committee was adopted. SURVEYOR'S SALARY. The Finance Oommittee. having considered an application from the surveyor for an in- crease of salary, recommended'the Council to grant him £ 20 per annum increase in respect or his services as surveyor. On the motion of Mr. Deere, seconded by M'f. Jones, the recommendation was adopted. Mr. Lilley's gross salary is now £140. A similar application from Mr. Thos. Obok, rate collector, in which he pointed out th9 large increase in rateable value in recent years, was referred to a oommittee. LIFEBOAT SATURDAY. The Chairman stated that lie had agreed to aot as president of the Saturday Lifeboat Fund in Porthcawl, but those responsible for the arrangements, without any consent on his part, had had printed a large, number of circulars bearing the address Council Offi- ces, Porthcawl." He had directed that these circulars should not be distributed until he had consulted his colleagues. Mr. Griffin said people were not unanimous in Porthcawl about supporting the Lifeboat Institution, as they were in most places. For a long time the residents of Porthcawl had some sort of grievance against the institution for removing the lifeboat from the place, and he was among them. He had refused in the past to co-operate in the movement known as the Saturday Fund, and it was a matter for the Chairman in his individual capacity. Mr. David Jones said the le-affets could easily be reprinted. He knew the feelings of some of the members and' of many of the t^onts inj this matter, and he thought the fund should not be Tun locally under the aus- pices of the Council, though, of course, there was nothing to prevent the Chairman acting as president, as the speaker had in the previ- ous year. The Chairman: After those expressions, I shall know what to do. BUILDER REPORTED. The Surveyor presented a lengthy report on an alleged contravention of the bye-laws by Mr. W. Bagg in deviating from the plans approved by the Council for the erection of houses in Lias-road by inserting two bay win- dows and balconies, whioh were not shown in the plan and also by proceeding with the erec- tion of a workshop before depositing a plan. The matter was referred to a committee. CATHOLIC CHURCH. The plans approved included those for are extension of the Catholic Church on the New- road. PATHWAY DIVERSION. Messrs. J. Elias and' E. Heme, the owners of the Mercies Fields, appjied to the Council to take steps to divert the pathway, agreeing to bear the cost of the necessary proceedings. On the motion of Mr. Grrimn. the letter was referi-ed to the Works Committee. The same course was adopted with regard to a letter from Mr. E. T. Evans, solicitor, Abetravon, acting for Mrs. Jones, Prospect Place, Porthcawl. complaining of the danger- ous state of the road near the Ship and Cattle of which she is owner.

CRICKET. BRIDGEND v. CARDIFF. Cardiff journeyed to Bridgend on Wed nes- day to fulfil their fixture with the local -club, but to the disappointment of both sides, play, was impossible owing to the bad' weather.

IBirtfos, JKamagea « 1geatbs MARRIAGES. WILSON—LEWIS.—On the 17th June at Tabernacle C.M. Chapel, Blaengarw, by the Rev. E. M. Evans assisted by the Rev. J. Boyd. B.A., Portaferrv, and the Rev. P. Marcliant Lewis- J. W. A. Wilson, M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O., Blaen- garw, eldest son of Samuel Wilson, Portaferry, to Nanna, only child of T. E. Lewis and Airs. Lewis, Brynbedw, Blaengai w. 9961 SILVER WEDDING. EDMUNDS-PHILLIPS.—On June 24th, 1884, at the Wesleyan Church, Bridgend, by the Rev. Lance- lot Railton, John, son of William and Ann Edmunds, North Street, Bridgend, to Sarah, daughter of Gwenllian and the late Henjamin Phillips, Park Street, Bridgend. 9959 ACKNOWLEDGMENT. Mrs. R. C. Griffiths & Family, Westcourt, Brid- gend, wishes to express their thanks to all kind friends and townspeople for the sympathy .shown them in their sad bereavement, also for the beautiful flowers received.

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The feeling of uneasiness in the coalfield over the possibility of a lock-out strike is growing into one of alarm as the days pass by without a settlement. Only five working days remain before the notices expire, and the avoidance of a stoppage grows less likely time passes. In spite of many meetings a HO efforts on both sides, no real progress has been made in the negotiations for weeks pant. It was sincerely hoped that the conference on Monday and Tuesday between the owners and men's representatives would result in reduc- ing the differences, if not in actually arriving at somecompromise which would enable work to be continued on the 1st of July, but these hopes were doomed to disappointment, for agreement appears to be as far off aE ever. A further meeting of the two s le6 takes place to-day, when it is to be hoped that the vital differences will be minimised1 or swept entirely away otherwise the prospects of a strike will be of the blackest dose: iption. Either the owners must give way to ex- tent in their demands for tan extra hour per day, double shifts., and an increased number of employees in working places, or else the men's leaders must concede some of those points. Complete stubbornness on either side means a lock-out, with all its attendant miseries and disastrous injury to the trade of the coalfield. It is stated that the owners do not demand the introduction of the double shift in all collieries, but they insist on de- ciding themselves in which collieries such an alteration shall be made, without reference to the men's representatives. Where the double shift system is adopted the owners, it is understood, are prepared to waive their other demands, but in collieries in which it is found impracticable to adopt this system, they demand both the right to run the mines for an extra hour per week and to increase the number of employees in each working- place—two men and a boy or one man and two boys in place of. as at present, a man and a boy. It was asserted yesterday that the men were prepared to concede the demand for working one day a week of nine hours provided the owners, on their part, were will- ing to make some modification of their claim for the arrangement of double shifts. Even if this report be true, and not a mere wish that is father to the thought, it does not al- together terminate the causes for anxiety. It is, however, a. manifestation of an amicable spirit, and if the owners greet it ill recipro- cal disposition, all may yet be well. To- day's meeting of the Conciliation Board is a momentous one, and that its decision will mean peace, and not war. is the hope of every person in the coalfield. The movement for the formation of a musi- cal society for Bridgend and the district has increased' in importance since it was set on foot, and there are rosy prospects of a first- class society being started next autumn. The provisional committee appointed at the publio meeting have adopted an excellent scheme, which will be submitted to a public meeting to be held shortly, and will no doubt meet with approbation. The main object is to secure a. first-class conductor who will com- mand the respect of every member and possess ability to train a first-class chorus. Probably two concerts will be held next winter, and these may be developed into three or more in successive winters. The financial side is built up on sound lines by means of guaran- tees, and we are glad to know that some of the leading people of the district have readily consented to take a share in the responsibil- ity. This 'arrangement will ensure financial success and assist in securing large audiences at the public performances, while the ques- tion of the artistic merit of the choir can confidently be left to the future. There is ample talent in the neighbourhood: to build up a high class society, and even if the chorus should at first be numerically small, there is little doubt that it will rapidly develop into one of considerable dimensions. The move- ment is being supported and pushed' forward by capable men. whose names pretty well guarantee success. Gilfach Gocli has come into unusual pro- minence this week by reason of the honour conferred upon one of its ministers,, the Rev. J. Camlai.s Evans, under whose guidance and light Welsh Congregationalism has steadily grown in the village for thirty-four years. Mr. Evans has been elected' president of the Cymanfa Morganwg—the highest honour his denomination can confer upon him next to making him president of the Union.-and has been conspicuous in the county this week by reason of the annual meetings of the Cymanfa, over which he has been called upon to preside. With many brilliant young men in the cause, it says much for a. man of 68 that he is selected for this high honour, which is, nevertheless, thoroughly well de- served. Mr. Evans retains t-he cheerfulness I of youth, and combines with it the- ripe ex- perience of age. He is particularly popular in his own churches at Gilfach, where his labours have been abundantly blessed, as is indicated by the fact that since his advent to the valley, one church of 80 members has grown to two churches of between 250 and 300 members. We trust that Mr. Evans may g.) further, and live to reach the highest posi- tion of all in the denomination. The Glamorgan County Council appointed an influential deputation at their quarterly meeting to wait on the Prime Minister and the President of the Board of Education to protest against the continual increase of bur- dens imposed on local ratepayers without the direct authority of Parliament, and also' without any compensating assistance from the Treasury. The co-operation of the autonomous Education Authorities in the county was invited, and no doubt these local bodies will help to make a determined stand against methods to foist more expenditure on the ratepayers, whose burdens are already sufficiently heavy. At the same meeting the County Accountant called attention to the suggestion that the existing fees payable to the Exchequer contribution fund in respect of carriage licenses for motor-Cars should be abolished or a grant equal to the present fees assigned' to the county 'authorities. This procedure would mean that the con.tributions to the county rates in respect of these vehicles would be at a stand-still and' the counties would lose the increase that is cer- tain to .arise in future years. Having re- gard1 to the increased expenditure on county roads: in consequence of the growth of motor traffic, it would seem but just that the rate- payers should be recompensed for the fullest extent possible from these sources, and this suggestion, if adopted, would hit Glamorgan particularly hard, having regard to the large number of motor cars and other vehicles which are bound to increase in n enormous degree. Mr. Fisher a-lso point» out that- it was proposed under the Bud" r to deprive local authorities of the proceed r the grant of monopoly values under the nsing Act, 1904. on the ground that the i e. deriv- able therefrom might offer some temptation towardls the gtainitdng of new licensee. This temptation has not, at any rati-, influenced the Justices in Glamorgan, and the assump- tion appears to have little foundation. As we understand it, the monopoly values at present go towards the compensation fund for the reduction of old licenses in where they <are not required, and if to, the present proposal would handicap the magistrates in making a desirable reduction in the old licenses. It is well that the county authority are interesting themselves in these matters.

LOCAL NEWS. Tabernacle Chapel, Sunday School Anni- versary, Sunday next. Preacher, Rev. R. G. James, Ystalyfera. The Celebrated Lipton's Teas and Pro- visions may be had of the Agent for Bridgend —T. Woodwaand, near The Bridge. Old Meeting House, next Sunday, at 6.30 p.m., Rev. F. Blount Mott, of Cardiff, author of God in San Dam," etc. Cordial wel- come. Popular Lecture and Demonstration with Live Bees on lawn at Elmsfield: next Tuesday, at 7, by Mr. Wm. Richards, 1st class expert, British Beekeepers' Association. Free. All welcome. Bridgend and' District Investment and Loan Society.—The quarterly meeting of members will be held at the Cafe Royal on Monday next, at 8.30 p.m. Members' sub- scriptions received from 7 to 8.30. Mr. Ted Hopkins, the famous Welsh Come- dian, opens his engagement at the Cosy Cor- ner, F'ier Head, Porthcawl, on Monday, July 5th. He brings with him a strong company of talented artistes. The company now ap- pearing terminates on Saturday, July 3rd. COTTAGE HosPITAL.-The matron acknow- ledges with thanks £1 2s. from Mr. Henry Phillips's staff and 12s. 8d. from Mr. David Thomas's staff. In-patients 4. SCHOLASTIC SUCCESSES.—Miss Edith Swift and Miss Nellie Evans, teachers at the Bridg- end National School, have passed the prelim- inary examination for the elementary school teacher's certificate, formerly known as the King's scholarship examination. TOWN OUTING.-The town holiday on Wed- nesday was marred by inclement weather. The local branch of the Shop Assistants' Union arranged an excursion to Weston- super-Mare, and about two hundred made the journey. Fortunately the weather improved somewhat in the afternoon. ANNIVERSARY.—Anniversary services were held on Sunday at the C.M. Mission Hall, Nolton-street, in connection with the Sun- day School. The special preacher was Prin- cipal J. B. Thomas, of Old College School, Carmarthen, who delivered' instructive ser- mons morning and evening, and gave an ad- dress in the afternoon. The singing was under the conductorship of Air W. Loveluck, and special items were contributed by the scholars. At the evening service, at which there was a crowded congregation. Miss Elsie Roberts gave an excellent rendering of "The Heavenly Prayer." WESLEY SUNDAY SCHOOL.—Anniversary ser- vices of this school were held on Sunday, when the Rev. F. Russell Watson, of Cardiff. delivered appropriate sermons. In the after- noon the children took the major portion of the service, and acquitted themselves admir- ably in their recitation of selected Psalms. A stirring address was delivered by Mr. Wat- son. A rare treat awaited the large congre- gation at the evening service, when the rev. gentleman spoke on Character." The sing- ing throughout the day was of a high stand- ard and, reflected great credit upon Mr. J. H. Dyer and Miss Irene Bevan, the organist, who had spared' no effort in training the children and choir.—The annual treat took place on Wednesday, when, through the usual kindness of the tradesmen of the town in kindly lending their conveyances, some 250 scholars were taken to Ogmore. The usual games were indulged in. The arrangements left nothing to be desired, thanks to Mr. W. H. John, the superintendent, and the teachers. The party returned to Bridgend at 9 p.m. BRIDGEND FAT STOCK SHOW. The annual general meeting of the mem- bers of the Bridgend and District Fat Stock Show was held at the York Hotel, Bridgend, on Saturday. Mr. A. Robison (Ewenny) pre- sided, among others present being Messrs. H. O. Irvine, Llewellyn Yorath, Wm. Hopkins. J. Morris, W. H. John, Howeill Williams (auctioneer), M. David, R. Llewellyn. J. Francis, R. T. Board, Thomas Thomas (Red Farm), William Powell, Edward Bramley (sec- retary), etc. The committee, in their report for the 23rd annual show, held on Saturday, November 28th last year, stated that there was a loss of C2 Os. 2d. on the year's working, which left a balance at the bank of zC26 5s. 5d. due to the Society. The subscriptions last yeajrt amounted to JC110 3s. 6d., and gate money to 231 Os. 6d. special prizes in cash to £31 17s.; special prizes: in goods to L25 19s. 3d. The committee expressed their thanks to the members, subscribers, and donors of prizes, and appealed for a continuance of support. The report was adopted. Mr. G. Lipscomb, Margam, was elected pre- sident for the 1909 show, and Mr. J. Morris, Pare Gwyllt Farm, as vice-president. Mr. D. J. Gwyn was re-elected treasurer; Mr. W. M. Richards auditor., and Mr. E. Bramley secretary. The following gentlemen were elected to fill vacancies on the committee caused by the rule: Messrs. G. Jenkins, Tremains; Jenkin Phillips, Coity; John Griffiths, Werndew; W. H. John, Bevos Farm • T. D. Bevan, New- ton; W. Morgans, Sker; A. Robison, Ewenny; W. R. Board. Great Frampton; Tlios. Austin, Llanpha; Griffith Powell, Mar.. cross; and' E. Williams, Sealand. A letter was read from Mr. R. Hedger Wal- lace, County Council lecturer, stating that the County Council had allotted the butter classes again as last year. It was resolved that the prizes be accepted, and that the usual space be provided in the show yard. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the retiring president (Mr. O. P'. Traherne), the vice-president (Mr. A. Robison), the auditor. secretary, and committee for their services in connection with the 1908 show. A vote of thanks to the Chairman for pre- siding concluded the meeting. LATE MR. T. G. SMITH AND MR. R. C. GRIFFITHS. The Rev. E. S. Roberts, M.A., Rector of Coity, referred in his sermon at Nolton Church on Sunday morning to the deaths of Mr. T. G. Smith and Mr. R. C. Griffiths, basing his remarks on Acts xiii. 36, "David, after he had served his own generation, fell asleep and was laid unto his fathers." After explaining the text at some length, the Rec- tor said,: At this stage I must refer to our late Churchwarden, Thomas George Smith, who had lived in this parish 35 years. He was also superintendent of one of our Sunday Schools for many years, and it is recorded in documents which I have in my possession that he rendered most valuable service in connec- tion with the erection of this most beautiful temple in which it is your privilege to wor- ship from Sunday to Sunday, and perhaps my greater privilege to minister. He was a loyal and devoted servant of the Church, and in the year 1893, when the Church in Wales was threatened with what was known as the Suspensory Bill, he delivered a series of in- teresting lectures on Church defence in several parishes in this county. He also con- tributed to the funds of the Church as liber- ally as his circumstances iustified. I need not remind many of you that he was regular in his attendance at the services, deriving as he did comfort and edification from the ordi- nances of the Church he loved so well. His public and private character was quite in ac- cord with his religious professions. There was one duty which afforded him supreme de- light, and' that was reading the lessons for the day, which he prepared with due care and reverence. His rendering of the Scriptures was appreciated by yon, and proved very edi- fying indeed. Though perhaps somewhat (reserved in manner, and a man of few words, I observed that he manifested a marked sym- pathy with the suffering. Whatever services he rendered were invariably, efficiently done. and the discharge of such services were actu- ated by a deep sense of humility. We are poorer in this church and in this parish now that he has departed hence. In more re- spects than one we can say of him in the words of the text, Thomas George Smith. matter lie had served his own generation, fell asleep and was laid unto his fathers.' • The late Robert Christopher Griffiths. whose mortal remains were interred on the same day, was a different. type of man, being much more a citizen of the world, yet not without his good qualities. As a member of the "CYbnn District Council he rendered good service to the town, and there were other spheres where he proved very useful. He had a large number of friends in the county who esteemed him very much and who moumied his early death, dying as he did at the comparatively early age of 45. Much sympathy is felt for the large family he has left. As both our departed friends were better known to most of you than they were to me, I need not say more, for a biographical sketch of their respective careers has already ap- peared1 in the local Press."

AN APPEAL FOR HORSEMEN. —■ PAGEANT MISSION AT LLANHARRAN AND PENCOED. ADDRESSES BY COCHFARF AND OWEN RHOSCOMYL. Demonstrations at Llanharran, Brynna. and Pencoed on Tuesday evening in connec- tion with the Welsh Nation-al Pageant to he held in Cardiff in July and August, were' or ganised by Mr. Isaac Jones, Brynna (who is to appear in the Pageant), the object being to create interest in the Pageant, and. primarily, to induce local horsemen to take part in it. There is nothing more striking in a Pageant than the mounted spectacles, and the committee are naturally anxious to secure the. attendance of as many horsemen as possible. They are looking to the Vale-of Glamorgan for them, and an appeal is being made to farmers and others who have horses to join in making the re-production of scenes in Welsh history a success. Accommodation will be provided for the horses on the lines adopted at Yeomanry Camps. It is desired that all who can render assistance in this re- spect will communicate at once with the general secretary (Mr. A. W. Swash, Car- diff). THE LLANHARRAN MEETING. The deputation from the Pageant which visited the Llanharran district consisted of Captain A. O. Vaughan ("Owen Rhoscomyl"), the historian to the Pageant, and Mrs. Vaughan Mr. A. W. Swash, the hon. secre- tary Mr. Edward Thomas, J.P. (Cochfarf), chairman of the Press and Advertising Com- mittee; Mr. Morphy and Mr. Ellis Hughes. They arrived by the 5.48 train, and were met at the station by Mr. Isaac Jones, who, with a party of two score ladies and gentlemen on horseback, made a gay cavalcade. The escort included Miss Price, daughter of the late Dr. Price, of Llantrisant. The party were con- veyed in a wagonette to the Square, where the s*liool children were lined up under the direction of Mr. John Smith. The children having sung with much spirit, The March of the Men of Harlech," Mr. John Evans con- ducting, Cochfarf took the chair, and briefly introduced Owen Rhoscomyl, who, he said, had written a concise history of the Welsh nation, which ought to do a great deal to stimulate Welsh patriotism. (Applause.) Owen Rhoscomyl, who was cordially re- ceived, said it was impossible in a brief ad- dress to afford any real indication of the brilliant historical events which would be ire-enacted, and he hoped every Welshman who could, would go to Cardiff for the Page- ant. What was the story they as Welsh people had had rubbed, into them? It was that they were an inferior nation, the des- cendants of cowardly and conquered soldiers. When he was at school he did not believe the story, and, after many years of patient study of the records, he unhesitatingly declared it to be a, lie. The history of Wales was being re-written, and they were going to tell the world the whole truth of the Welsh nation. Instead of being the descendants of a race of cowards and' fugitives, they came from one of the bravest races that ever lived, and it had already been proved up to the hilt that no country in the world had a history more splendid that this little Principality. (Ap- plause.) The history of Wales began with Caradog, and all that we knew about him was what appeared in the records of the Romans. They declared that the greatest hero they ever fought against was Caradog, and that the bravest race they ever met in the field were the men of South Wales. (Applause.) There were only two or three nations in the world which, in his opinion, had a history which could at all compare with that of Wales. In an interesting way Owen Rhos- comyl outlined that history from Cuadog to the Act of Union, at the conclusion of which he said that all the great Welsh warriors who never went to battle except it was to victory, and, all- who had helped to make the country famous, would be represented at the Pageant. He urged all to visit Cardiff to receive the benefit of the great lessons in Welsh history. Mr. Swash followed1 with an eloquent ap- peal for support of the Pageant, which, he said, would' be the greatest historical display ever given in the Principality. If there was any balance on the right side it would be de- voted to charity. Mr. Swash said the rail- way company would afford excellent facilities' during the Pageant period. Mr. John Smith proposed a vote of thanks to the speakers, which was carried with accla- mation, and at the ca'll of Cochfarf. three cheers were lustily given Mrs. Blandy Jen- kins, who drove up while the meeting was in progress. AT BRYNNA AND PENCOED. The children sang the Welsh National An- them, and then the party drove away to Brynnla accompanied by its brave escort of horse, and followed by many young people. At Brynna the speech-making Was repeated, Mr. William Williams, manager of the South Rhondda Colliery, presiding. Particularly effective was the singing of the children here under the direction, of Mr. Emlyn Davies, the local headmaster. Mrs. Isaac Jones en- tertained the party to a repast, after which the party proceeded' to Pencoed. The procession entered the village to the strains of the Pencoed Brass Band, conducted by Bandmaster Moore. A Ddraig coch" banner was carried at the head of the proces- sion, and Mr. D. Richards, clad in Welsh cos- tume, caused a good deal of amusement. A successful meeting was held on The Groes, Rev. D. W. Howell presiding, supported by Cochfarf, Owen Rhoscomyl and 'Mrs. Vaughan. Messrs. Ellis Hughes and Morphy, W. Howell, W. H. Mainwaring, Morgan Mor- gan, Griffith Edwards, etc. The Chairman paid a high tribute to the work of Owen RhoscomyI, and said the Welsh Pageant would' tend to fashion our national consciousness. They would all agree that it was well for a. nation to maintain its individ- uality. It would, be a loss to the British Em- pire were Wales to be completely merged in England and' Welsh sentiment in English sen- timent. (Hear, hear.) They served the Em- pire best by remembering that they were Welshmen and by doing their best to main- tain the grand traditions of the nation. (Ap- plause.) Captain Vaughan delivered an interesting address on. Welsh history, and explained the object-s of the Pageant. The traditions of Wales were respected more to-day, he said, than, they had ever been, and Welsh senti- ment was no longer a thing to be derided. Twenty years ago Cardiff hated Wales, but, thanks to the work of men like Marchant and Cochfarf that had all been changed. (Ap- plause.) Half the people who were working for the Pageant were English, but they were proud that Cardiff was the capital of Wales. and they were anxious that Cardiff should lead the way in all national matters. (Hear, hear.) Mr. Swash said the wanted to make the Pageant such a success as to make every Welshman proud of the nation to which he belonged, and if this was to be assured, there must be united effort. The pageant would cost about £ 14,000. Cochfarf, who had' an enthusiastic recep- tion. said those present lived in a bit of oou ntry which loomed large in the pages of Welsh history for many centuries. He hoped they would all be sufficiently patriotic to visit the Welsh Pageant, where they would have an opportunity of learning something of the history of the country. Owen Rhocomyl had prepared' a complete history of the country for over a thdusand, years, and' this would be re-produced in a series of living pictures, unprecedented in the history of Wales. No fewer than 5,000 people would take part in the performances. The success of the Page- ant from a spectacular point of view was al- ready assured, and perhaps the most interest- ing episode would be the attack on Cardiff Castle, in which 300 of the leading footballers would take part. Mr. W. Howell proposed, and Mr. W. H. Mainwaring seconded, a vote of thanks to the speakers, which was carried enthusiastically, and the meeting was wound up with a march past to the strains of "The Men of Harlech." Owen Rhoscomyl informed' our representa- tive at_ the close that as a result of the proceedings he had obtained a large number of promises from fanners and others to attend the Pageant as horsemen and to bring thei,r own horses. He expressed a hope that there would bean equally ready response from the other sid'e of the Vale.

BEAUPRE CASTLE ESTATE. This estate was offered' for sale at Cardiff yesterday afternoon, andl was withdrawn at M,000, Twenty-three acres of pasture land was sold for £ 1,075 to Mr. David Jenkins, the tenant.

COWBRIDGE FETE AND GALA POPULAR EVENT MAR-RED BY RAIN. The fete and gala promoted last year in aid: of the funds of the Cowbridge and District Nursing Association proved so successful from a social, as well as a financial, point of view, that the committee had no hesitation in or- ganising similar events on a larger scale this year. These were held on the 16th inst., but, though the financial result was a consi- derable increase on that of last year, the heavy rain which fell militated' against the- attendance in the evening, and also caused the abandonment of a large portion of the programme. Fortunately, however, the weather was fine during the progress through the town of the carnival procession, with which the day's proceedings opened, and which proved to be the most successful event of the kind yet held in the borough. There was a surprisingly large attendance of people in fancy costumes, a host of nationalities being represented, and a good deal of origin- ality, as well as humour, was shown by some of the costumes. The decoration of a large, number of the business and other premises added to the picturesqueness of the spectacle. THE CARNIVAL. The procession, in which it was estimated nearly 400 took part, was formed up on the Broadway shortly after two o'clock. It was headed by the Mayor (Councillor R. E. Wat- kins) and Miss Elizabeth Swinton (the little daughter of Captain and Mrs. Swinton), who looked exceedingly pretty as "The Herald." Following came the Talygarn Brass Band, under the conductorship of Mr. G. Stevens, whose selections enlivened the march, and the Cowbridge Fire Brigade, under the command of Captain D. Tilley. most of the members of which were mounted on their engine. Then came several interesting "groups" and a large number of juveniles in pretty and handsome costumes, followed by the adults, some of whom wheeled tastefully decorated bicycles. Mrs. Ebsworth's house party formed a pretty group, all of them representing various lllg v foreign nations. Mrs. Ebsworth appeared1 herself in the costume of a Russian lady. The Maypole Group was also a noteworthy feature of the procession, about 30 children riding in a decorated wagon, in the centre of which was a miniature Maypole. Messrs. A. W. Gwyn and T. A. Wilkins, in their Italian get up, deceived even their most inti- mate friends. They had a barrel organ, with which they had been doing useful work for the association previous to the carnival. The "costers" (Messrs. C. Morgan and G. Miles) created a good deal of amusement. A large party from Ystradowen, who had been got together by Mrs. Owen, appeared in the procession, the rear of which was brought up by several horsemen, in character. The pro- cession was marshalled by members of the committee. IN THE FIELD. The judging on the costumes was com- menced immediately on arrival at the Cricket Field, Mr. W. M. Thomas, Great House, act- ing as secretary, while the following adjudi- cated: Mrs. Ebsworth, Mrs. J. 1. D. Nicholl, Merthyrmawr, and Lady Beatrice Stewart. The first prize for the most original lady's cos- tume was won by Miss Richards, Eastbourne Villa, Cowbridge, for her clever and original representation of the United Services, while Miss Freda Evans, St. Athan, who wore a costume representative of Oxford and Cam- bridge, was a good second. In the gentle- men's competition, Messrs. Tom Griffiths and Davies, Ystradowen, were placed first for their get up" as Harry and Harriet. Mr. Graham Miles, who appeared as a coster, re- ceived second prize, and extra prizes were awarded the following: Master T. Morgan, Pbntyclun, Cavalier; Mr. C. John, Ystrad- owen, Father Christmas; Mr. Lovett, Puri- tan. Perhaps the most i/i teres ting competi- tion was that for the most original costume tvorn by a child under eight years of age. Miss Freda Mills, as Cracker, was given the &rst prize, and Master Tom John, Cowbridge, who impersonated the King's Jockey on Minora, the second. Tea was served in an enclosure on the field, and in about two hours no fewer than 862 adults and 157 children- the total thus being over a thousand—had been served, which speaks volumes for the capable way in which the arrangements were made,aii-d, carried out by the ladies' commit- tee, of which Mrs. Chard was secretary. The following ladies presided at the tables:—Mrs. and Miss Jenkins, Mrs. W. Jenkins, Mrs. Stockwood, Mrs. Fogivill, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Roberts, Mrs. John (Marlboro.), Miss Morgan, Mrs. Williams. Mrs. J. David, Mrs. Yor- werth, Mrs. S. D. Evans, Misses Sutton, Mrs. Watkins, Mrs. W. J. Davies, Mrs. Govier, Mrs. Sheperd, Mrs. Gwyn, Mrs. Bevan, Mrs. Hopkins, Misses Thomas (Great House :adults' tables); Mrs. Marks, Mrs. Jenkins, Miss Hayter, Mrs. Brown, Miss Evans, Miss John, Miss Ralls, Miss Davies (children's tables); and others who assisted at the tables included: Misses Richards. Yorwerth, Wil- liams, Bird, Jones, Gwyn, Nicholl, Davies, Rees, Jones, Miles, Savidge, Nancy and Annie Davies, Barnard, Margaret, etc. A variety of means were adopted to swell the re- venue, chief among which were the excellent sideshows, arranged by and in charge of Miss Knapton, Messrs. F. and S. Knapton, E. T. Hopkins, Edmund Rees, W. A. James, junr., D. Morgan and G. Miles. They included 2ocoanut shies. Hoopla stalls, and an Aunt Salley. Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Evans had Charge of a fruit and icecream stall, at which they were assisted by a number of young ladies. A Maypole had been erected in the north-west corner of the field, but it was only possible for the children to give one dance. rhis was splendidly executed to the stiains of the Talygarn Band, and reflected no small imount of credit on Miss Culverwell, who was responsible for the training of the children. Dancing took place in the evening. The local Male Voice Party, conducted by Mr. Morgan Thomas, rendered several selections, and some members of the party contributed solos. Unfortunately most of the gymkhana had to be abandoned. RUSTIC SPORTS. Mr. W. L. Jenkins acted as the secretary of the rustic sports, which were given up after four events had been decided. These were as follows: — 120 Yards Open Handicap: 1, J. Crowley and Ben Goulden, dead heat; 2, E. Goulden. Egg and Spoon Race for those under 16 years of age: 1, B. Griffiths; 2, E. R. Gib- bon: 3; R. Goulden. Open Three-Legged Race: 1. E. Crowley and R. Tucker; 2, T. M. Davies and E. R. Gibbon: 3, J. E,"ans and another. Fire Brigade Competition; 1, W. Brown, junr., 9'points; 2, W. Brown, senr., and R. Pickard, divided, 8 points each. The'judges were Mr. T. John, Verlands. Mr. Lovett. and Mr. D. Tilley. Mr. C. J. Gwyn was an indefatigable general secretary. The committee respon- sible for the general arrangements, most of whom assisted on the field, were: The Mayor, Messrs. E. H. Ebsworth, W. Gower Griffiths, G. Codd, A. S. Evans, W. M. Thomas, A. T. Mills, W. John (Marlboro' Grange), W. E. Jones. V. S. Gwyn, T. J. Yorwerth, J. W. Hall, W. T. Gwyn, W. Lovett, E. T. Hopkins. W. L. Jenkins, W. D. Alexander, T. John (The Verlands), D. Tilley, D. Thomas, John David, W. J. Davies, W. A. James, and C. J. Gwyn. The tea committee consisted of the following: -President, Mrs. Ebsworth; sec- retary, Mrs. Chard; Mrs. Torney, Mrs. A. S. Evans, Mrs. S. D. Evans, Miss Jenkins (Graig House). Misses Thomas (Great House), Mirs. Hopkins, Miss Rees. Mrs. J. David, Mrs. D. Thomas. Mrs. Griffiths, Mrs. Sheperd'. Mrs. W. Jenkins, Miss Morgan (Penrheol), Mrs. Williams (Stall Court). Mrs. and Miss Ed- mondes (Old Hall), Mrs. Roberts, Mrs. Stock- wood, Mrs. Watson (Llansannor Court). Mrs. Bevan, Mrs. Tudor Owen, Mrs. Gwyn. Mrs. Yorwerth, Messrs. W. D. Alexander, W. J. Davies, J. David, E. Hopkins, D. Thomas, W. T. Gwyn, and the Mayor. The gate receipts amounted' to JE60. and it is hoped that the promoters will be able to hand over a sum exceeding zElOo to the Nurs- ing Association.

ILLNESS OF SIR H. AUBREY-FLETCHER. Sir H. Aubrey-Fletcher, M.P., who h:12 been suffering for some time from a painful affection of the legs, which renders him in- capable of walking ,is confined to his bed. Sir Henry is under the care of Sir Edgcombe Venning, and, though his condition is not re- garded as serious, it is not anticipated that he will be able to resume his Parliamentary duties for some weeks.

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WOMAN ATTACKED AT BRIDGEND. .— —,—.— THREE MONTHS' IMPRISONMENT. Beji Rose, jtillT., Bridgend, greengrocer,, was charged on remand at Bridgend on Satur- dav with assaulting Mary Williams, a cook ire the employ of Major C. J. I. Edmondes, 001- winstone House, with intent to commit 81 felony. Mr. H. J. Randall was for the pro- secution. and Alderman T. J. Hughes fotr t-het defence. Miss Williams said she arrived at Bridgend by the mail train on Sunday night, and walked towards Colwinstone. Just after she had passed' the, first mile stone on the Oow- bridge-road, prisoner, who was leading a bi- cycle without a light, came up to her and asked her for a match. She told him she had not got one, a.nd walked on. He fol- lowed her, and putting his bicycle down said1. See if you have a match." He caught hold! of her by her shoulders, dragged her to the side of the road, and threw her dow n. She screamed, and he nipped her nose and pushed a handkerchief into her mouth. A PECrLIAE SMELL woiit into her throat. He pinned her down by the shoulders, but she struggled- away from him, pulled the handkerchief from her mouth, and screamed again. He called her, A silly b- took his bicycle, and went away. She was very much upset, and after going along the road about a. quarter of 81 mile, she saw the white walls of Longlancb Farmhouse, and went across the fields to- wards it, getting over the hedges. She teld Mrs. Jones, who lived there, what bad occurred. Her nose and lips were bleeding, and her hat and blouse were torn. She VTQA quite, certain the man who interfered with her "was the prisoner. Alderman Hughes You are all right now? —Witness: fy L- NERVES ARE rpSET. There are no marks?—No. The next witness called was William Thos. Davies, but Alderman, Hughea, intervening, said he accepted the evidence already gives1, and as the full details of the affair were be- i fore the court there would he no advantage | in protracting the case. There was no evi- dence whatever to support the charge of "in- tent to commit a felony," which re illy meant all attempt to have carnal knowledge. Of course, there was the assault, an aggrava-ted assault may be. but not a shred- of evidence of indecency. He applied for the charge to be reduced to one of common assault. The Bench agreed to amend the charge to "aggravated assault," and prisoner pleaded guilty. Prisoner had been to gaol before, and was sentenced to three months.

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