The Glamorgan Gazette

CAERAU AND NANTYFFYLLON. The Half.Yearlv Services in connection with ) ¡ {, V' Hapti^t <?t:rch were heid 011 ;d' a;:d' M?n iay e'enlug la". The o&cia?- ) ing was Hev. R. S. Morris, iwmavon, W he) preached powerful seimons to large congre- gations. The pastor (Rev. P. Jones) conducted the services throughout, and the singing was led by Mr. Dan Jones. The Nartyffyttcn Juvenile Choir (under the baton of Mr. D. C. W&tkins) added to their long li-t oi successes by winning another first prize at Cymmer Eisteddfod on Saturday last. They were highly complimented by the adjudicators for their rendering of "Autumn Days." By re- quest they also sang, in tine style, l'he v niage Blacksmith." At tne same eisteddfod Mr. Dave Thomas Caè'rau) was successtul in winning the baritone soio.^ "Arn., arm, ye Brave" tircm "Judus MaccabiSiis." j Scholastic Successes.-Heartie-t congratula- tions to Mr. William Evan Roberts, second son oi Mr. Thoraaji Koberts <signalman) and Mrs. j Roberts, Lehi House, Hermon Road, Caerau, ■ot^ another of his successes, in April last he j sat the scholarship and Craddock Wells' Exhibi- tion examination- at Cardiff University, and,! gaming tirst place out of a large number of can- diuajes, h,) was awarded the John Cory Scholar- ship* 01 tlie value of £ 25 per annum, tenable j for three years—the highest scholarship avail- abl1 for Arts students. This achievement is ren- deivd all the more creditable in view of the fact that it was in February of this year that i he was demobilised from the Air Force. Also heartiest congratulations to his brother, Mr. j David Thomas Roberts, who has been awarded a studentship of t2o per annum, tenable for three year?, at the same ? niversny. lhb again is very commendable in view of the fact that Mr. Roberts is a member of the staff at Caerau Mixed School, having assumed duties there as a teacher when 17 years of age, after gaining his Oxford Senior Certificate. The two brothers possess the Wales Matriculation (First Class) Certificate, while Mr. W. E. Roberts while at Carmarthen Grammar School (under Mr. C. S. Allen, M.A.), procured his higher certificate (with distinctions in every subject), thus gain- ing exemption from his Inter. B.A. Both are scholastic students and former pupils of Maes- teg Secondary School (headmaster, Mr. G. S. Griffiths, B.Sc.). Early in October next the two brothers leave for Cardiff University to pursue degree courses, and we cordially wish them every success. Late Mr. William White.-The funeral took place on Wednesday la?t week of the late Mr. William Waite, 39 Caerau Road, Caerau. De- ceased, it will be remembered, was found dead the previous Friday near Gadlys Farm, Llan- jVnwyd. He was 75 years of age, an old inhabi- tant, who was highly respected. There was a large attendance and amid many manifestations ot sorrow and regret the remains were interred j at Maesteg Cemetery. The officiating ministers were Revs. Peludroa Jones (Noddfaj and D. C. Howells (Salem). Rev. D. Phillips (Penuel) was also present. The following is a list of mourners:—Mrs. White (widow); Miss Ada White (daughter); Mr. and Mrs. WiHie White (son and daughter-in-law) Mrs. Annie Thomas and Miss Lavinia Thomas (daughter and grand- daughter); Mr. and Mrs. George Jones (son-in- law and daughter); Master W. S. Jones and Miss Blodwen Jones (.grandson and grand-daughter); Mrs. Titus Jones (daughter); Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Richards (son-in-law and daughter); Mrs. Caroline L'avies and Mrs. Phocebe Waldin (sis- ters), Sir. ar.d Mrs. John White (brother and sister-in-law); Misses Martha and Florence Jones, Master Brymnor Jones, Mr. and Mrs. f Willie Collins, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Howells (grami^ons and daughters); Mr. John Davies, Miss Lizzie Davie*. Air. and Mrs. Harry Black- weil, Mr. and Mrs. Griffith lJoyJ, Mr .and Mrs James Davies, Air. and Mrs. Randell Davies, Mr Jacob Ree->, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Saunders, Messrs. W. T. Rees, Randell Rees, Mr. and Mrs Luther Jones, Aberkenfig; Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Davies, Mr. and llr. Edward Davies Mr Isaiah Waldin, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Waldin, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. White, Air. and Mrs. Willie Bhghton, Mrs. Mardecai, Mrs. Sarah and Miss Gwladys Thomas, .-Voerkenfig, Mr. and Airs. Johnny Griffiths, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Thomas, Ma est eg, Air. Edward James, Mr. and Airs. James Pasc-oe, Port Talbot, Airs. Annie Rees, Pontycymmer, Mr. and Airs. Bush, Maesteg, Air. and Airs. ) Moore, Mr. Sarii Aekerman, Mrs. Sarah White (nephews and nieces); Mr. and Airs. Daniel W aldin, M. and Mrs. Jones, Mrs 3.1. A. Shilton, Mr. Thomas Waldin, iNeath (cousins). Other intimate friends present were Mr. John Jones and Nir-c. David Jones, Resolven; Air. Samuel Jones, Aberdare; Air. and Airs. Thomas Alarsh, Swan-ea; Air. and Airs. Thomas Davies, Swan- sea. Deep sympathy is felt throughout the dis- trict with the widow and family in their sad and sudden bereavement. Ob-;tuary,-We much regret to record the f death of Mr. W. H. Evans, 56 Blaencaerau Rd., Caerau. Deceased was a brother-in-law of Mr. „ R. Blaenllynfi Hotel, and had been at the Maesteg Cottage Hospital for nearly a month. Apparently he was getting on very well, and was looking forward to returning to his heme. About mid-day on Titursday last he had a relapse, and died in a couple of hours. De- ceased was it) years of age, and was extremely popular. He had resided at Caerau during the past eight years, and had made a host of friends. He identified himself with all movements for any vorctiy object. He was always willing and active in organising concerts, prize drawings, etc., for any ca&es of distress. lie was a promi- nent member of the "Owain Glyndwr" Lodge | of the R.A.O.B., and a native of Resolven, where his lather and mother still reside.—The funeral took place on Monday. The cortege left Caerau en route for Me-iyn Court Burial Ground, Re- solven, where the interment took place. Pre- J vious to leaving the house a short service was conducted by Kev. Tegryd Davies (Caerau), and I after the singing of "?n y dyfroedd mawr ar I Tonau" ? led by Mr. W. D. Thomas), the cortege proceeded, amid evidences 01 regret, to the sta- tion. Several members represented the "Owain Glyndwr" Lodge of the R.A.O.B., and made the journey to Resolven. A large crowd awaited the arrival of the train, and the members of the R.A.O.B. Lodge at Resolven turned up in strong numbers. Largs crowds stood at various points along the road, as the funeral procession passed. On reaching the burial ground a short service was held at the chapel, conducted by Rev. Williams, Resolven. At the graveside, Rev. T. Davies offered prayer, wh leii wa, followed by the R.A.O.B. ceremony, conducted by Rev. —. T'.iomaS; Vicar of Reaolven. Among those pre- sent were Messrs. Tom Jones, Treorky; George Beynon, Aberdare; D. W. Thomas, Cwmparc; Tom Vv'i:iiams, Rock Fawr, Tondn; Griffith Thomas, R. Protheroe, G. Woods, and Sergt. D. Davies. Dec-eased leaves three children to mûnrnhi death—one a married daughter, and a M\n and daughter aged 13 and 9 respectively. Deep sympathy is felt with the children and family in their sad bereavement. There were beautiful floral tributes, including some sent from the "Holiday Badge Club," "Owen Glyn- dwr" Lodge, Peter and Daddy," "Pew Friends," Cardiff Central Conservative Club, and others.

BRYNCETHIN FOOTBALL FIXTURE LIST. I Se, 20.-Pi)-it3-pridd Rome „ 27.—Be Iwas .Ho-me Oct. 4.— Dirias Powis ,Home „ 11.—Aberavon Away 18. —Skewen Away 25.—Alaesteg Away iNov. 1.— Briton Ferry Away 15.—Ser.ghenydd .Home 22. -Se-,ight-ny(ld "A way Dec. 6.-Briton Ferry .Home 20.— L>inas Powis Away 28.—University of Wales .Home 27.— Bridgend Away Jan. 3.-B"1 was Away lo.-O,n,)re Vaie Away „ 31.—Ystalyfera Away Feb. 7.mmanford Away 14.—Bridgend Home 21.—G.yn Neath Home —Pontypridd .A way Mar. 6.—Ammanford .Home :M.—G!yn Neath Away 27.-Maosteg Home Apt !(),- Y stalytera .Home 17.-()gmore Vale Away 24.—Skewen Rome 26.—Ogmore Vale Home

MAESTEG URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL. I A special meeting of the Maesteg Urban Dis- trict council was Held at the Council Offices on I xiierday evening, wnen there ve.e present: Air. 'I John iiugaes, J.P., 111 tae cuau'; Aiessro. VV. Jones, A..Nicholas, D. Aioiris, Griiiitlis, J. W atkins, Philip Jones, Joan Evans, C.C., 1 ho mas iiees, VV. Betty, Joiii iiiomas, George I' John, witii tne surveyor (Mr. S. J. riarpur), and the Clerk ( Mr. E. E., Dav LtraJ. I The Cieri raised tne question as to the de- cision at tne Council to Let the Small Pox Hos- pita. as a awei.ing-iiouse, astung wro would ba responsible lor tile payment cae races nig cue ground lanu»jra agreed to tne course dv.opteu.—Air. Alire-a l'< i.:o.oids canU Mr jJavia Morris seconueu, -ca-ar tt., tenant pay tne rutes, anti. tnat tne ictuai. be tic-j. at ±6, per month, instead 01 Lll, as previously devidaa; which was carried. An application was ma ie by the secretary oi the Federation of Discharges. Alen i-i" an ex- tension o: nours lor hoi-img oi tr.e bail ironi 8 p.n.. to .1 a.m.—Tne Cnairn.an rCiled the appli- cation out 01 oruer, as ittl c-ompiy v-im 1 ? the Council's regulations. Application was received for t..t> use cf the Town ilail lor a ;<>acred concert m connection •.vith the Catholic Band on October 12th, in aid 01 the Institution for the Banv..—Granted. A better was read from the clerk to the Gla- morgan County Council asking the Council to appoint representatives to attend a coniereiice to be nem as soon as p0Sb:ole m connection witn the water supply.—Mr. John Evans, C.C., said, he nad urged tne holding 01 the conietence t at t' e la?c Coujuy C-Dunc: meoting, beiore anY-II thing wa? dona by the county in me matter.—it was decided to send three representatives, with the surveyjr (Mr. Harpur), viz., the Chairman, Mr. A. Nicholas, and Air. J. Evans.—'Ihe depu- tation was not empowered 1A, express any views, but if the matter was urgent, the Chairman was empowered to call a special meeting oi the Council tor that purpose. A letter was read from the secretary of the Trade and Labour Council inquiring how many ladies it was intended to nominate to act on the Housing Committee, and how many male mem- bers —Mr. Jonn Evans suggested that the Coun- cil had no intention ot asking the Trade* and Labour Council, to nominate any male at all— only one lady from each Ward.—This was agreed to. I A letter was read from Alessrs. Ben Jones & I Co., Caerau, asking the Council to give property owners a definition as to the actual difference I in the rates as between 1914 and 1919, charge- able on the tenants, as there seemed to be some confusion in the matter.-lir. W. Jones did not think the Council should act as legal advisers. —Mr. Thomas Rees; Mr. Ben Jones knows the difference very well. If not, he ought to read the pamphlet just issued on the very point.— Mr. J. Evans: I thought we ought to extend a hand of fellowship to property owners, so as to create a better feeling between tenants and owners of houses.—Air. W. Betty: Is it not pos- sible for the Council to foster a good feeling in a matter of this sort" The largest urban dis- trict in the kingdom, viz., the Rhondda, have come tc a working arrangement wich owners of proper;y aim. tenants on tne question of in- creased rent*, by forming an Association of six persons—three 011 each side—to govern the whole question, and if the Council could initiate a movement in this direction he thought, as re- presentatives of the public, it was their duty to do so.—Mr. A. Nicholas: I rather like the idea, and I think the Council should take the first step, and convene a meeting on its own initia- tive. I move to that effect.—Air. John Evans: I second; also that a sub-committee of the Council address the meeting.—Air. W. Betty supported. He said there was a large number of miners owning property, and they did not profess to be fighting individuals. It was not a pleasant thing to do, and if property owners were sincere in finding a way out of a difficulty, this was the best way of doing it.-It was eventually decided that a meeting be convened far next Wednesday at the Council Assembly Rooms at 6 p.m., and that the following four members ot the Council address the meeting, v iz., Mr. J. Hughes, the Chairman, Mr. W. Betty, Mr. John Evans, Mr. A. Nicholas, and Mr. Wm. Jones. Diversion of the Road from Maesteg to Port Talbot.—Mr. A. N ichoias asked the permission ot tne Council to deal with a letter received by the Clerk from the Alargam Council.—The Chairman agreed.—Air. Nicholas, proceeding, said the Alargam Council had submitted a plan and specification of the proposed diversion of the road leading from Maesteg through Bryn to Port Talbot. The plan submitted concerned the portion of the road proposed to be carried out oy the Alargam Council, and the estimated c,i, t ioy t!ie 1.ar,am azi(i I cost of that portion was £ 7,&i 16s. The Alaes- teg Council would carry on the proposed new road from Maesteg to connect with the boun- dary of the Margam Council. The letter asked for their observations on these plans. Mr. Nicholas thought it would be better for the Maesteg Council to have their plans and speci- fication ready, and seek a joint conference of both authorities upon the whole scheme, and he suggested that the same sub-committee as met tHe representatives ot the Aiargam Council be- lore on this question meet ciiem again.—This was agreed to.—Mr. Nicholas further asked the Council to give the sub-committee powers to negotiate and come to an agreement withvthe Alargam Council to make a joint application with them to the Roads Board for a grant to- wards the construction of the proposed new road.—Agreed. Anti-Profiteering Tribunal.-The Clerk pre- sented a circular for the setting up of a Tri- bunal to deal with profiteering. He said he had made inquiries from the adjoining authorities as to what they were doing in this matter, and he understood that the Ogmcre and Garw Coun- cil were endeavouring to form a joint tribunal between themselves, the Bridgend Council, and the Penybont Council. It was for the Maesteg Council to express their views on the matter. The first step was to decide upon: (1) The con- stitution of the committee, and (2) to make the appointments.—Mr. John Thomas: I think we should have a committee of our own at Maes- teg.—Mr. W. Jones: I quite agree, and I move to that effect, and that the whole Council form part of the constitution, together with an out- side number of 9, to make up the committee.— This was duly seconded by Air. John Thomas.— Air. John Evans: I don't know that this will meet with the approval of the public. What we want is the confidence of the public in a matter of this kind. I would rathe:- suggest four mem- f bers of the Council, four members of the Food Control Committee, four ladies, and four mem- bers of the Trades and Labour Council. Un- less we get the confidence of the public, no use- ful purpose will be gained.—Mr. John Thomas thought the public would naturally have more confidence in their own elected representatives than in an outside body.NLIr. David Morris quite agreed, and thought that Mr. Jonfes's I motion was the best solution-—The Clerk said he had received a letter from the Discharged men asking for representation. The committee was j quite distinct from any other. What they would j have to do was to consider any complaint made by a consumer against a retailer for overcharge in food stuff, and to summon both parties to I give evidence. If necessary they could ask the retailer to produce his books, and if he was found guilty of profiteering, then they could direct him to refund the overcharge or submit the case to the Alagistrates.—Air. David Morris thought it ought not to be a question of refund- ing the overcharge, but to take proceedings against offenders. He was told of a case that day where 1/6 was charged for half a pound of butter, which was exorbitant.-Ilr. W. Betty: I don't like the public to have any suspicion that the Council are dealing lightly with this matter. For that reason he would second the amendment of Mr Evans if he moved it as such.. —Air. Evans agreed.—Mr. Thomas Rees thought it was in the interests of the public to have as few tradesmen as possible on the committee.— The Chairman put the question to a vote, and the motion was carried.—Mr. J. Evans moved a further amendment that the constitution be ad- journed till next Tuesday, which was also lost.— The following appointments were then agreed to:-(I) The whole Council; (2) two nominated! from the Federation of discharged men; (3) three nominees from the Trades and Labour Council; (4) four ladies, one from each Ward. The nominations were left for the Trades and j, Labour Council. ) Air. Rees Griffiths brought forward a com- plaint from the inhabitants of Brynmawr Place concerning the back lane leading from Glad- j stone Street to Port Terrace. Six gratings were j choked, and the surface water rushed through the gardens and the houses in Brynmawr Place, causing considerable damage and inconvenience. —The Surveyor was asked to give the matter his attention. A letter was read from Air. Owen Hcdgkinson 1 surveyor's assistant) asking for an increase of salary.—Referred to the Finance Committee. Proposed Joint Sewage Scheme.-M--r. Nicholas thought this matter should first of all come be- fore the conference of sub-committees appointed j by the various Councils, and afterwards be dis- èxi by the various bodies concerned. That was the decision of the last conference, and he considered it would help the Council if they also had the views of the sub-committees of the different Councils involved.—It was decided to adopt this course.—Air. Philip Jones said he had been approached by the members of the Caerau Free Church Council to bring to the notice of this Council the desirability of introducing the question of burial grounds for Caerau. He thought the matter should be conveyed to the Burial Board by the Council. They had land I available at Caerau for a suitable site for a cemetery at a very reasonable price. During W, weather and the Wirner months it was a !?ng distance for funerals to come from Caerau 'dis t ?l nee )I i i, -ral, to the Maesteg Cemetery—a matter of close upon three miles. He ventured, to say it was a ;reit inccnvenience when favourable facilities ..ere ofiered close at haad.It was unanimously ieHd<*i to refer the matter to the Alaesteg Burial Board.

WHAT WE HEAR AT MAESTEG. I That Mr. John Thomas, an employee at the grocery department or the Co-operative Society, died suddenly on Tuesday morning. iiiac we shall not oe troubled much longer wi:h summer-time. That all the clocks and Pitches will Rave tha usual set back at 2 on Monday. That an axti-a hour of rest wiU be very welcome. That the farmers of the district disagree with the summer-time arrangement. That they will net have •any more of it. That apples are very plentiful, and street hawkers, and fruiterers are much in evi- dence. That cue day this week one of [hene in a certain street kept shouting, "No picking, please t' That the women were picking the biggest apples, and leaving the smaller ones. That one of these fruiterer's carts stepped opposite a well-known hotel. fhat the vendor went inside to have a look round, and at the same time wet his whistle. That no sooner was he inside than a re- quest was made for a pound and a half of grapes. That without any formalities the order was executed.. That the purchaser, not quite ready to leave, put his parcei cn the window lodge. That he to'd a friend he was putting it there ta avoid squashing the grapes. That while he was having another drink at the counter, and going over his experi- ences during the last couple of shifts, cue o- the company was tempced to carry out a joke. That he slipped to the klichen? and bor- rowed a paper bag similar to the one on the rovi-.ed a ?3apei- ta, to the t)ile on the That he put in it the head of a "bloater" with two or three crab apples. That he exchanged bags when opportunity offered. That the purchaser of the grapes, getting ready to go, ?ick'?d up his bag and left. Th.n when -h"_t home, he told his wife he had something nice for her, before she hAd a chance to deliver a curtain lecture upon the time he had taken. That his suave words had the desired eSect, at least for a time. That when she was handed the bag, and saw the contents, the band began to play. That the Maesteg branch of the National Federation of Discharged and Demobilised' n'en are going to organise a plan for bringing down prices. That this is one form in which remunera- tive employment i3 to be securod. That what can be done elsewhere, can be done in Maesteg. That it only wants a kick-off, and the scrum must follow. That fruit and vegetable stalls are to be set up. and apples will be sold at a penny a pound. That provisions are also likely to be sold. Fancy baoon at from 6-kl. to Is. a lb.! That the on1", cause of the delay is wait- ing for the Council to set up the tribunal. That Maesteg is on the verge of entering the ne'.T world, talked about by the Premier. That for this great promise he is to have the Freedom of the City conferred upon him. That the Rev, C. P. Thomas, Zion, is not coming back to his flook. That some are really upset over the news. That for the last few davs they have been hoping against hope that the rumour is not true. I That the official announcement is shortly expected. That Rev. John Thomas, M.A., of Liver- pool, is "at home" when visiting Bethel church. That the Town Hall was too small to accommodate his hearers on Sunday after- noon. That he is a big favourite with the English Baotists of Maesteg. That throngs o;ime from Caerau and Garth to hear him on Sunday afternoo. That he was sui>T>orted on the platform bv a number of stalwarts connected with Bethel chrreh. That the Sanitary Inspector (Mr. G. E. Towells), made a good "hit" at the last meeting of the Council. That he contended that the Council's case against offenders who tipped refuse in back lanes, was not strengthened by the unsuita- bilitv of the site used by the Council for depositing town refuse

I PENCOED. Winning Number Pencoed Band Draw- ing:—3S31. 38 ouncil School.-ETening Classes open next week. For particulars see handbills. 30 Iron Ore Works.-It will be good news to the people of the district to know that iron ore works are to be started at Trallwm. The local- ity of the new enterprise is within a mile and a halt from Pencoed, and is in (or at any rate, very near) the parish of Llanilid. Naturally, the new works will afford employment and add, it may be hoped, to the prosperity of the dis- trict. We also learn that an exceedingly in- fluential company has been "prospecting for iron ore within a shorter distance of Pencoed. Parish Meeting.Or. Wednesday evening, last week, an important parish meeting, con- vened by the Parish Council, was held at the Public Hall. Three matters of importance were referred to the parishioners. The first matter dealt with was the offer made by the directors of the Public Hall to sell the build- ing to the Parish Council.—The recommenda- tion of the Council that the offer be refused was unanimously confirmed by the meeting. The decision of the Parish Council not to light the street lamps during the approach- ing winter was also confirmed. Following this a resolution was passed urging the Peny- bont Council to move in the matter of getting electric lighting and power for the village. The last matter was the question of the pro- vision of a lending library, and reading room for the parish. The recommendation of the Council was in favour of delaying action in view of the fact that as part of the Hous- ing Scheme, a commodious residence, already standing in the site, will be available short- ly, and, will, with alteration, be suitable for the object in view. This recommendation was also adopted by the parish meeting. The meeting was presid-ed over by Mr. W. Powell, Chairman of the Parish Council. Fttneral.-The funeral took place on Saturday of Mrs. James, Caecrwcç-a. The deceased lady passed away at Llanharau, where she had spent the last few months with Mr. and Mrs. Robatham, of the High Corner Hotel. Mrs. Jarnes was the only surviving daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Morgan, Caecrwcca Farm, and consequently belonged to one of the old families of the district. Other members of her family, who had pie-deceased her, were the late Mrs. Griffiths, Britannia Hotel, Pencoed; Airs- John, Tydraw, and Air. Morgan Alorgan, LiRiiharan. The remains were brought by road for interment at Sateiii C.M. Chapel graveyard. —The service in the chapel and at the graveside was conducted by the Rev. R. C. Lewis, B.A., Rev. D. W. Howell also assisting. The chief mourners were :—Air. and Airs. Leyshon, Cae- crv. cca (son-in-law and daughter); Mr. and Mrs. Robotham, High Corner Hotel, Llanharan (son- in-law and daughter); Alasters Thomas, Wynd- ham, and Ernest Leyshon (grandsons); Masters Willie, Vincent, and Harold Robotham (grand- sons); Mr. D. Lewis, Ogmore Vale (grandson); Miss Elizabeth Lewis (grand-daughter); Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Howells, Lisworney; Mr. Morgan Alorgan, Llanharan; Airs W. Alorgan, Glynogwr, and sons; Mr. and Mrs. John Evans, Tydraw, Pencoed; Mr. and Mrs. Edwards, Brynteg, Pen- coed; Mrs. David, Maesyderi, Pencoeu, and sons; Mr. and Airs. D. Griffiths, Treoes; Mrs. Roach and son, Nantymoel; Air. John Watkins; Mr. Walter Pyves, King's Head Hotel; Mr. Evan Hopkin, Llanharan; Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Griffiths, Britannia Hotel, Pencoed; Air. J. Griffiths, Penylan, Pencoed; Mr. Isaac James, Tonyrefa.il; Air. David Owen, Bryncethin; and Wie following grand-daughters: Misses C. C. Leyshon, Elizabeth and Lilian Lewis, and Howells, Lisworney.

BETTWS. I A Very Pretty Wedding was solemnised at Bettws Church on Wednesday, Sept. 10th. The contracting parties were Mr. W. M. Richards, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Richards, of Bettws, and Miss Alargaret Wralters, yonng- est daughter of Mr. and the late Mrs. Walters, of Southemdown- The bride (given away by her father) looked charming in a dress of silver grey crepe-de-chene and wearing a spray of silver leaves with bridal veil, and a gold bangle, the gift of the bridegroom, and she carried a sheaf of white lilies. The bridesmaids were Miss Janet Lewis (niece of the bride) and Miss Margery Howell (cousin of the bridegroom),- who looked very pretty in pale pink georgette dresses and black hats. They wore gold brooches, the gift of the bridegroom, and carried bouquets of pink and white asters, with ever- green trail. Mr. Evan Richards (brother of the bridegroom) acted as best man. The Rector (Rev. Morgan Thomas) officiated. Afterwards a reception was held at the Oddfellows Hotel, Bettws. The presents were handsome and ntagiorous. The happy couple left by motor for Aberystwyth, where the honeymoon is being spent.

Missing Girl Found.—On Alonuay news was re- ceived irom Alanc.'iester that Euith Fox, aged 15, of Landore Cottages, who had been missing lor over a week, had returned to Deansgate, Manchester, where sue had resided before com- ing to Pontycymmer. ■viusical.—At the recent examination held by the Associated Boaru. in l ianoiorte Playing, tiio ioiiowing pupils 01 Air. v. o. Morgan, -L.K.A.M., were successiui:—Higher Livisi-n Miss Brentia Jlopiuus, Bryniiienyn. Elementary Miss Gwyneta Phnnps, Alexandra Koad; Miss Edna Morgan, and Alus Alyra Morgan, Bcot Stores, i-onty cymmer. 16 Oic)ituary.-On Saturday afternoon, at the local cemetery, the mortal remains 01 Miss Alice katilt Kouerts were laid to rest, lÜw. W. Saunders oihciating. usiore the war aeceaseu (who was Zu years of age; resided at Waunbant, but ior some years tiie tamiiy had lived ac Pwntardav»e. iveeeasea aad been ailing for a conaivieraoie period, zil l(L cued at tHe home 01 her auuc, Airs. ljvan=, Moreiand Road, Cardifi. The body w-as brougnt to Cribuwr House, wnere her grandfather resides. The chiei mourners wen: ;ll'. x nomas iUcharus kgi-ailutatiler); Mr J. i-raucis Kicnarus, i/ort Xanoot (uncle); Mr. and Alio. J. Evans (uncle and aunt), Cardiii; Air. anu Airs. i. Ricnaras kuncle and aunt), Carcaii; Mr. and j%rs. u. Kickaras, Mr. and Mrs. i). J. i.uciiui\»s, aiiu Air. and Mrs. H. C. Sim- ii.onkis {uncie* an~ aunts;, 1-oniycymmer; Mr. Jonn .0.1..es (uncic, Pontycymmer; Air. anc Mjs. ±. 1>. Ricuards (ullc.e and aunt), Blaen- garw; Air. Jenfiyn W. Davies and Miss Maggie Uavies (.cousins;. Wreaths were sent by "Owennie and tfjryl,' "uwynetu and May, .Mrs. L.lllguùlJ. Mä;;1;ie and i-Lian," "Annie," "Friends, i'ontaruav.e," Master T. Hopkins, Pontaru»\'e. Late Mr. D. howeils.-It is with regret we record the sudden death of Mr. David Howells, Victoria Street, at the age of 6' from chronic bronchitis, and cardiac failure. Deceased had been a deacon for over 10 years at Betiiama exsli lia prist unurcn, allLl. un ardent Sunday-school teacher for many years, and was formerly a superintendent of the Sunday-school. He was a great supporter of the church institutions. lie was the eject Chairman of the quarterly meetings of the Welsh Baptist Churches of the Garw, and Ogmore, and Bridgend districts. He was a faithful representative to the Cymanfa Pre- gethin Preachin Festival of the West G lam- organ Welsh Baptist Association, and also a regular representative of the Welsh Baptist Union of Wales and Monmouthshire. De- ceased had resided in the Valley for over 30 years, and had been a faithful and regular member of Noddfa Baptist Church, and pre- viously at Tylangwyn Baptist Church before coming to Blaengarvr. The funeral took place on Tuesday, 16th. The service at the house was conducted by Rev. Wm. Thomas (Pastor), and Rev. C. J. Pine, Tylangwyn, and at te graveside by Rev. Wni. Thomas, Rev. Wm. Saunders, and Rev. J. Hughes, who all spoke highly of the sterling character and honest qualities of their departed brother. The chief mourners were: Mr. M. and William Howells (sons); Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Morgan (daughter, and son-in-law) Llewellyn, Alargaret, and David Howell Mor- gan (grandchildren); Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Daniels (daughter and son-in-law); Mr. and Mrs. John Howells (son and daughter-in-law) Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Howells (son and daugh- ter-in-law) Mr. David Howells (son); Mr. and Mrs. John Gummer (daughter and son- in-law) Morgan Howells, Pencoed (uncle); Lewis, David, and William Daniels (grand- children); Miss Helwen Howells (grand- daughter) David Thomas, and Maggie May Howells, Lianharran (grandchildren); Mr. John James Phillips, Pontrhydyfen (nephew); David John, Willie, and Selwyn Gummer (grandsons) Olwen Howells (granddaughter); Mrs. Ann Davies, Cwmavon (sister-in-law) Miss M. J., Mr. and Airs. Samuel Davies, and Mrs. Wm. Davies (nieces and nephews); Mr. and Airs. Willie Rees, Pontrhydyfen (niece and nephew); Airs. Charles, and Mrs. Davies (cousins) Airs. Harriet Williams, Mrs. Alice Williams, Taibach, Mrs. Wm. Thomas, Briton Ferry, Mrs. Richards, Bettws, Mrs. Thomas, and Mr. and lrs. T. H. Morgan, Coytrahen (friends). Beautiful wreaths were given by Morgan and William Howells, and family; Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Howells, and family, Llanharran; Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Phillips, and family, Pontrhydyfen; and also by deceased's Sunday-school Class. Letters of sympathy were sent by the Rev. W. A. Williams (for- mer pastor), and Mr. Wm. Lewis, secretary of the "Pride of Wales" Lodge, Taibach, of which deceased was a faithful member for a great many years. vHe was a native of Pont- rhvdvfen.

BLAENGARW. C.E.M.S.—The members of the St. James Branch of the C.E.M.S. took part in Corpor- ate Communion at St. James' Church on Sunday last, at the early morning oelebra- tion. A good number attended, and Rer. J. Davies was the celebrant.. Young People's Society.—The winter session of the Tabcrnacle Young People's Society was opened on Tuesday evening, when a thought- provoking paper was read by Aliss Ellen Evans, B.A., ot Barry Training College, on The Welsh Language and the Bible." Mr. Richard Richards presided. Wedding.—A wedding of much local interest took place at the Registry Office, Bridgend, em Alonday, both parties being well known and highly respected. Miss Maggie Anne Davies (daughter of Mr. and Airs Daniel Davies, Blaen- garw Road) was married to Mr. George Watkin Evans, Llangeinor. The bride, who was given away by her father, was neatly attired in a navy blue costume. She was attended by Miss Blod- wen Jenkins, Blaengarw, while Mr. Morgan Evans, checkweigher, Llangeinor (brother of the I bridegroom) acted as best man. Alter the cere- money a reception was held at the home of the bride's parents. The happy couple were the re- cipients of numerous presents.

The Dispute at the Bakary of the Ponty- I cymmer Industrial Co-op., Soc., Ltd. To. the Editor. I Sir,—It has been insinuated that the em- ployees of the bakery at the Bakery Depart- ment of the above Society are out to obtain I better conditions, and wages than are preva- lent in the district, and more than the Trade Union involved demands for its members. We intend to point out the trua facts of the case, and feel confident that the members, and general public will agree with us that our de- mands are no more than fair and reasonable. Under the recent National Award, granted by an "Arbitration Court," the Amalgamated Union of Bakers, Confectioners, and Allied i workers were awarded an advance of 5s. per I week on the existing rates of wages. The point involved, and under dispute with the above Society is that they "refuse to pay the award to their bread deliverers." Under the terms of the Award, it is plainly stated that where the deliverers have been recognised as members of the above Union, previous to the national strike, they are en- titled to the Award. The above Society, have, as far back as September 23rd, 1918, recognised their de- liverers as members of the Bakers Union,, and such being the case, we claim that they are entitled to the Award, and we might point out here that we fail to see where we are unreasonable, and unfair( in claiming these concessions for our members, when the are entitled to them. The deliverers themselves have made re- peated attempts to come to an amicable settle- ment on this matter, but of no avail, and when the Union took the matter up on their behalf "their letter was ignored," so that we were compelled to resort to "strike" there- upon. as our only means of forcing the issues. Another point under dispute with this Society is their refusal to pay overtime, or, in fact, to pay at all for the work done by 2 oi our members on Sunday, July 5th, 1919. All attempts to settle this ooint have also proved abortive, the manager declaring- that the work could be done in ha!f an hour, but we claim that 200 loaves of bread handled twice, the moving from one room to another of 3 heavy bread racks—which involve taking the door off its hinges,ar,d even afterwards a lot of manipulating to get them through, could not be done under the time which the men claimed for it-3 hours—at double rate, owing to it being Sunday work., On behalf of the Union. J. T. HILLIER, secretary. JOHN D. WILLIAMS, and R. E. I REYNOLDS, Working Commits.

LALESTON. I Laleston Schoo)—Evpnin? Class (Welh) opens I next week. For narticu!M-s see handbills. 30 I

LLANTWIT MAJOR. I Council School.-Evening Classes open next I veex. !• or particiilnrs see handbills. 30

ST. ATHAN. I Council School.-Evening Classes open next 1 week. For particulars see handbills. 30 I

NEW VICTORY EMPIRE MUSIC HALL, PONTYCYMMER. Whore the Money Went. I 961 Is. 3J. Involved. I Treasurer "Fined £ 10, and To Pay Up or Two i Months. I On Alcnaay—beiore the Bridgend Magis- trates (Air. D. H. Lloyd in the chair)—John iiicnarcis, collier, 22 Aleadow Street, Ponty- cymmer, was summoned for having, on Aug. loth, misappropriated 1:61 Is. 3d., the moneys of the New Victory Empire Alusic Hall Com- pany.—Air. Harry Lewis conducted the prose- I cution; Air. Wr. M. Thomas dE)fended.ivir. Lewis, in opening, called attention to defen- dont's position m regard to che subscril>ers, and to the fact That a considerable sum of money got into his possession. In May of this year, in consequence of a lease on certain pre- mises at PonLjeynimer coming to an end, a public meeting was held with the object of ac- quiring premists as a site of a new hall. At a meeting wiiiah was convened, the scheme was considered favourably, and a Mr. J. J. Williams was appointed secretary. Shortly afterwards another meeting was held (over which defendant presided), at which it was de- cided the sciie-ne should be proceeded with, and the money subscribed in shares, and paid into the Loauon, City, and Midland Bank. On 25th June a further meating was held, over which def endant again presiued, and > signed the minutes, so tnat he knew the money subscribed was intended for the bank. It was resolved, also, to hold Sunday concerts to augment the fund. Two were held, and funds were obtained, and defendant, took the cash, and the money was paid into the bank. At a further meeting defendant was ap- pointed treasurer, as v/ell as chairman; and later, he reported the arrangements that had been made with the bank. Subscriptions were invited, and £ 61 was subscrilic-d by a number of women and colliers; who thought it a good investment. The sum was paid into the bank at Pontycyfnmer, and in all £83 was sub- scribed. :ome time in August the secretary and two others went to Swansea for a holi- day. Defendant also went to Swansea, and saw Air. Williams and the vice-chairman, and informed them that things had got into a terrible statu; that people sat on his door- foi- ciie return of their subscrip- tions, being entirely dissatisfied with the busi- ness, and tiien he told Mr. Williams that at a meeting oi subscribers it had been decided the money should be re-paid. No meeting, however, had been held, and the subscribers had no notice of any such meeting. The sec- retary and vice-chairman, relying upon the truthfulness and honesty of the defendant, decided that the best thing to do was to draw a cheque in favour of the bearer, so that the money might be obtained from the bank, and wisely or unwisely, properly or improperly, the cheque was left blank, and was filled in by defendant, who, on July 15th, withdrew the money. He did not return to Pontycymmer, and was not there until August or the begin- ning of September. Rumours became preva- lent, and it was discovered that defendant had withdrawn the whole of the money, represent- ing principal and interest, and not one penny got into the hands of the subscribers. Defen- dant was seen, and said he was very sorry, but the money had been spent; that if he went to prison they would get nothing, and if pro- ceedings were not taken he would re-pay the money by instalments of JE1 a month. Defen- dant himself had a small interest in the con- cern (only £ 3). He had been in the Army, and wore a silver badge. Mr. Lewis next raised the point that service in the Army must not be a cloak for crime. All honour to the men who had fought for their country, but a man had no right to say, because he had served in the frmy, ms crime must be palli- ated.—Air. W. M. Thomas, for the defence, entered a plea of guilty, and that being so, said he considered it a waste of time to call witnesses.—The Chairman: We had better hear the evidence.—J ohn James Williams (the secretary) said he signed the cheque because they had every confidence in the defendant.— Mr. W. M. Thomas said his client regretted his decision, and desired to put forth every effort to make reparation. Since last ThursT day he had made great efforts to obtain the money. Up to the present he had obtained £ 40, and desired to obtain the rest. He had lived in Pontycymmer practically all his life. His wife was in a bad state of health, and had undergone a serious operation. He joined the Army, and was discharged with a good charac- ter, after being gassed in 1918. He suffered considerably from asthma, and left the army with the rank of sergeant.-Mi-. Harry Lewis said a sum of £ 83 10s. was subscribed.—Mr. W. M. Thomas*. No, only JE72 was subscribed. —Proceeding, Mr. Thomas explained that de- fendant got JE12, which he retained, and in- tended to pay into the bank. He was in- duoed, however, to put the money on horses— on an "absolute snip." The horse came down. He put more money on another horse, which also came down, and the E12 was gone. Then it was suggested he should go to Manchester Races, and make bets on horses nearly certain to win. influenced oy the condition of his wife and in an agitated state of mind, these people overcame his scruples, so that he gambled with the £61, and lost the whole of it. He returned home, and seeing Miss Anderson, who had something to do with the matter, ex- plained to her the position, and promised that if he had the opportunity he would raise the whole amount. Mr. Thomas submitted that his client was only in the position of a stockbroker who made a substantial sum on a speculative transaction, and it was only through ill-luck that he was in the unfortun- ate position in which he now stood. There- fore, he was not an ordinary criminal. He had raised £ 40, and would payoff the balance by instalments. He had four testimonials from leading residents in the locality—one of them a Justice of the Peace—all of which he i>pad—and was in receipt of a pension of 18s. :kl. a w2ek. Through his illness he was not able to work regularly. If sent to gaol, his innocent wife and child would suffer much more acutely than him, and he appealed to the Justices to bind him over under the First Offenders' Act.—The Chairman (Mr. D. H. Lloyd) said the case presented difficult prob- lems, but they were prepare d to look at it leniently, so as to save defendant, who had been in the Army and was in receipt of a pen- sion. Upon the assurance (now given) that the money receive d would be handed over, and that the balance would be forthcoming in a reasonable time, they imposed a fine of £10. At the same time, the crime was very serious, and to have gambled away the money was a reprehensible and foolish element in the case, for which there was absolutely no justifica- tion. Failing to find the money, the sentence would be two months' imprisonment.

UNPROVOKED ASSAULT UPON LAND- I LADY. On Saturday—before the Bridgend Magis- trates—Evan lJaTies, Wood Street, and John Davies, Hiil Vieyt| colliers, were oharged with assaulting Mary Catherine Thomas, landlady of the Pontycymmer Hotel, at 8.36 on the night of 13th September.Nir. Harry Lewi s (prosecut- ing )iaiti Airs. Thomas was the wife of the licensee. On the night in question defendants were in tlio hotel, and quarrelled in the com- mercial room with a man named George Elias. Tlie landlord heard the smashing of glass, and going to the spot put Evan Davies in the pass- age, anu removed John Davies; and afterwards Evan Duvies set upon William Thomas, who assists in the business. Complainant came along ami also tried to induce defenuants to ieare, wnen Evan Davies struck her about the head and lace, knocking her in the right eye, and discolouring the leit. John Davies then came up, anu he also struck complainant several blows about the head.—Mrs. Thomas, in evidence, aid in the attack her spectacles were oroken, and her eyes inj ured, as described. iViLiam i'nomas and P.C. Price corroborated, and deitiidants were fined XS each, or 14 days.

THE GARW SHOW. The following were the prize-winners in the Rabbit Section at the recent Garw Show :— Belgian Hares: 1 and 2, Mr. J. Harrison, Bridgend; 3, Mr. Chas. Crocker, Cardiff. Flemish Giant: 1, 2, and 3, Mr. W. G. Eldridge, Blaengwynfi. Dutch (any colour): 1, Alwyn Watts, Blaengarw; 2, Eddie Sant, Pontycymmer. Oid English: 1, Willbraham and Sons, Tre- degar 2, Mr. E. James, Pontyrhyl; 3, Will- oraiiam and Sons. BeSt Rabbit (any breed): 1 .Willbraham and Sons; 2, Bertie Davies, Pontycymmer; 3, W. dooper and Son. Gilfach. Local Vegetable Collection: 1, Mr. V. G. -.each 2, Air. W. J. Major; 3, Mr. D. Powell, •"antyrhyl.

PORTHCAWL. I Council School.-Evening Classes open next I ,aez. For particulars see llandbills. 030 I I

PONTYCYMMER SCOUTS' SUMMER CAMP. I Scouts' Summer Camp at Merthyrmawr.— Lrrp _yrmawr- I Please, sir, let us start all over again." This was the remark made by a Scout on the last morning of our recent summer camp held on the Merthyrmawr Warrens (by kind per- mission of our local commissioner, Col. J. 1. D. Nicholl). This seemed to be the general verdict, for the majority expressed their will- ingness, and a good number their ability, to stay in camp until further ord-ars. Our boys prof ess themselves quite unable to under- stand how it is that, although the shortest days occur in December, the shortest weeks occur during camp. Camp life seems to have woven its magic spell over the Scouts of the Pontycymmer and Tondu Troops. We seem to be fast becoming a camping Troop, and while our band instruments seem likely to rust out through non-use, our camp equip- ment seems more likely to wear out from the opposite cause. This is as we would have it. The gloriously fine weather made things very enjoyable. A number of training corps boys from Maesteg shared out camp, and speedily I dropped into our Toutine. Where every day is ,f ull of enjoyable activities, whioh of them shall be singled out for special mention within the limits of a paragraph? Why, it would take a book to contain them all! Which did we enjoy the most? Was it the flashlight photograph which disclosed the presence of Headquarters Commissioner Ablett and the Rector seated by our jolly camp ifre, entering into the fun of the thing with all the zest of boyhood? I wonder did they get locked out after all ? They appeared to be very much in earnest over their departure when they dis- covered what time it was. Their avowed in- tention was to pay us a surprise visit to see what manner of camp we had at night. Their turn to be surprised came when they con- sulted their watches some time later. Was it the two informal visits paid by our popular Local Commissioner ? Nothing dry about those. No tedious standing in lines whilst a crowd of Scout brass hat equivalents pass slowly along. Why,'we never even "fell in." Just a friendly passage here and there through and about camp. A peep into the tents, a brief chat with nearly every Scout. A walk and a chat with the Scoutmaster, the kindly offer of a camping pitch in his private wood, with trees to fell for pioneering and hut-building purposes. Was it. the combined parade to church of the three Troops? Was it the address in the churchyard, round the ancient cross (partially destroyed by Crom- well's orders, and since restored so skilfully)? Was it the offer of the Rector to personally conduct us over the sand-hills, where flint arrow heads may be discovered ? Was it Com- missioner Ablett's pithy discourse about the artist's badge? Was it the sports day, when parents, Girl Guides, and other visitors hon- oured us with their presence? Was it the Scouting games ? Cricket, football, bathing, boating, cooking, pioneering? Impossible to say. All were enjoyable, all were enjoyed. The competition winners were:—Best Camp cooks: Idris Edwards and Maurice Edwards, Pontycymmer; Joseph Reid and Alfred Hale, Tondu. Boiling water race: W. Atwood, Tondu; M. Morgan, Pontycymmer. Trek cart competition: 1, Pontycymmer; 2, Tondu A Team. Neatest tent: No. 1, ."Paradise Alley" (M. Morgan). Air rifle shooting: 1, A. Smith, Pontycymmer; 2, M. Morgan, Ponty- cymmer; 3, Roy Lewis, Tondu. Obstacle race: M. Morgan, Pontycymmer. Football in sacks: 1, Tondu Team (W. Plum). High jump: 1, W. Plum, Tondu (4ft. 2in.); 2, G. Jones, Pontycymmer (4ft. llin.).

GARW GLEAN INGS Next week winter time and long winter evenings. We cannot do better than advi se all young men and women to take advantage of the technical and commercial courses, or- ganised by the Glamorgan Education Com- mittee at the local Higher Elementary School. Most of us like to have a tilt occasionally at public bodies, but in the provision of even- ing classes, tlip Glaomrgan authority is truly progressive. It only remains for our youth f to take full advantage of the facilities offered. The bakers* strike at the Pontycymmer Co-operative Society was satisractorny settled during the week-end, and work was resumed on Monday. The delightful operas of Gilbert and Sul- livan are once again returning to popularity, and it is hoped that the inane and trashy revue music of the last few years will pass away-unregretted. Locally an Operatic Society has been formed, with Mr. Oliver S. Morgan in charge. "H.M.S. Pinafore" will be the first venture, and a splendid start has been made. At Blaengarw Mr. Watkin Williams has been selected to take charge of a Choral Society, which may undertake some other opera, or maybe an oratorio. At Bethel, Pontycymmer, under Mr. J. Butler, considerable orotrresn has been made with Mendelssohn's "Elijah." The capable conductor deserves every support. A start has ;dso been made at Noddfa, Poiry cymmer, the selected oratorio being Gounod's "Redemption," and Mr. J. Phil- lips will wield the uàton. Mr. Tom Phinips, who has done sptendid service as precentor at Noddfa, Pontycymmer for ten years, resigned the position on Sun- day, much to the regret of the congrega- tion. We are pleased to learn that the Rev. D. Hughes, the respected pastor of Taber- nacle, Pontycvmmer, is now much better, and Veil on the road to recovery. Mr. D. E. Price, of Blaengarw Boys School, has been presented with a handsome rug by the staff and scholars, in commemora- tion of his marriage. At a meeting of the Blaengarw members of the Medical Aid Society on Monday night, it was decided to sever the connection with the parent body, and form a Society for Blaengarw alone. Active steps are being taken to formulate ffrp scheme, and developments are likely to arise. To-night at the Hippodrome, Ponty- cymmer. two splendid boxing contests will take place. Len Sexton, Maesteg, who stood for 6 rounds to Joe Beckett, will meet Dai Wilde, Pontycymmer, in a 15-round tussle, while Cvnwyd Jenkin. Caerau. will havo a 10-round contest with Howell James, Ogmore. vTwo well-known Garwites, now residing at Porthoawl. turned up for the sheep dog trials at Tondu last week, but for some un- known reason they were n day too soon. Two gentlemen from Lletty Brongu, were so tired one evening last week that they went to sleep on the wayside, while their faithful young Indies kept guard. Two 'shoppies' on the haW-day wended their war to the Station, bent on an after- noon trio. Whilst thev were trvine to de- cide w here to gü. the train steamed out, and tfyev had to spend the afternoon on the mountain. Tennis in ideal weather, is undoubtedly a splendid out-door game, but some of its de- votees aoooared over enthusiastic on Sat- urday. But it wasn't tonniq.-It was a very annoying, and continuous dodging of showers. P-iit. dodging showers is more pleasant. "nd less riskv tnan dodging missilog, aimed by over-exubemnt young ladies.—The vll:"ng Mdy must find another way of dissembling her affection.

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KENFIG HILL. I Council School.-Evenin- Classes open next I week. For particulars see handbills. 30 1 CEFN CRIBBWR. I council School.-Eveiiing Classes open nextt week. For particulars see handbills. 30 t

English Congregational Church.—This pulpit was recently occupied by our friend ex-Capt. Jacob Jones, B.A., Nantymoel. The edifice was well filled, and his discourses much en- joyed and appreciated. 9th Royal Welsh Fusiliers.Officc-rs and other Ranks (or their relatives) serving on Christmas Day, 1914, and thereby entitled to receive a Princess Mary's gift box, are requested to apply personally to R.S.M. J. inorth Road, Ogmore Vale. Accident. We regret to learn that Mr. Burridge, Corbet Street, has met with an •aocident at the Wyndliani Colliery. It is gitaifying to know that he is improving gradually, and is just able to get about again. Air. Lurriu.e is an earnest ohurch worker at 3t. John's. Sucnsss.—We congratulate two Ogmore boys- Master. i. Lees, 66, Sy. John Street, on ob- taining his senior certificate (with distino- tion in mathematics), at the Bridgend Coun- ty School, of which ho is a student, and Mr. Keggie Abel, Adare Street, who has re- entered school to pursue further studies for the scholastic profession. Outing.—St. John's Church School journeyed by special train last Monday to Porthcawl, to onioy the breezes of the well-known water- ) ing place. The scholars highly deserved this special holiday, having worked so assidu- ously through the whole year. We trust the holiday will put fresh energy in teachers and scholars in the various departments of the school. Death.—We have to record the death of young Clifford Bladen, aged 4, sen of Mr. liladon, Commercial Street, who was buried on the 18th inst., at the Ogmore Vale Cemetery. The mother pre-deceased him 10 months ago, leaving three little ones, and a husband to mourn the loss. Mr. Bladen has been hard hit by the loss of hislittie boy, reducing hid family to ./o little ones. At the funeral the officiating clergyman was Rev. D. J. Davies, (Calvary), and the mourners were Mr. Bladen (father), Messrs E. Thomas, E. A. Thomas, E. J. 1 nomas, lrevor Thomas, and Gwilym Thomas (uncles), W. J. Williams, F. W. Lane, Fred i'ugh (cousins). Wreaths were sent from Mr. Bladen (father), Mrs. Ho well 3 (grand- mother), Airs. Bragg, Mrs. Griffiths, Com- mercial Street, and Mr. and Mrs. Williams, florist. The funeral was well attended, and confined to gentlemen. Much sympathy is felt for Mr. Bladen in his sorrow. Lost Property.—Referring to our report last weeK of money having been lost, portion of wiiicn has been restored to its rigntful owner, our attention has been called to another case, where a cueque of £ zv, and anotner uocajueni was fotina on cepu. lt.i:1, near the Workmen's Hall by Master Fready Isaac, the son 01 ivir. ii. isioaCj tilil Street. Tnis was restored to its rigntful owner lmmeuiateiy. Yve understand a reward was made in this case. &me consideration should be shown oy the owners wnen property is thus ae- s?rea to maxe the reward to fit the act .and amount, and also as an incentive to honesty. Half H.oliday.-A movement is on foot, now that the Friday pays have come into ex- istence, to close the business establishments on oaturuay iliswiti or vtouixesday. .Liia mat- ter is navmg the attention of the Rhondda Vaiiey, ana is oeing mooted in Ogmore V al- ley. We shall doubtless hear more of this soon. N.U.R. Orphan Fund.—Last Sunday witnessed the 6th annual parade in ugmore V alley in connection with the above well deserving fund. At two p.m. the procession, headed by the Ogmore Valley Temperance Band, stal-ted 'trolli Naaitymoel, folios ed by the rail way men (who carried their banner). Fol- lowing them were the Ambulance Brigade, the R.A.O.P. from the various Lodges in the Valley, the Ogmore Vale Scouts Brigade with band, the National Friendly Societies, the Discharged and Demobilised Soldiers and Sailors, the Nantymoel Scouts Brigade and band. The principal streets having been paraded in Nantymoel and Ogmore Vale, the various contingents assembled at the Work- mens' Hall, Ogmore Vale, where Mr. Tod Williams (miners' agent, Garw Valley), ad- dressed the meeting. The building was well filled, and the speaker's remarks were atten- tively listened to, and much appreciated. The collection taken through the various streets realised ti.2 Os. JH-d.—the largest sum yet collected since the inaugaration of these parades. Mr. Vernon Hartshorn, M.P., who was billed to attend the meeting at the 0: more Vale Hall, found it impossible to at- tend. being detained at Hanley, Staffs, in an important matter. Mr. A. T. Prynne, the secretary of the Ogmore Branch of the N.U.R. is to be highly complimented on the manner in which he has worked during re- cent, and present years to make these par- ades so successful and effective in their mis- sion. Thanks are due to the various bodies who took part in the parade. Without their presence and assistance the object in view could not have been effectively attained. The response of the public also shows clearly that they are not lacking in their support to the wiùows and of railwaÿ -sef- to the widows and orph ans of ra i lway ser-

NANTYMOEL. I Dramatic Performanre.-At the Workmen's Hall on Wednesday niorht last week there was a full house to hear the Blaengarw Dramatic Party going over a performance entitled A Hot Shop." The performers quite sustained their reputation. The proceeds ?ere in aid of Mr. Adrian Lloyd. A hearty vote of thanks wis extended to all who had helped to make the benefit a success. Thanksgiving Services.—The Horeb English Baptist Cnurcn usually make a great thing of their harvest festival, and this year was no ex- ception to the rule. The friends carried their gilts to the chapel on Saturday evening, and the building was suitably decorated. The choir sang beautifully in the three services on the Sunday, under the leadership of Mr. Hawker. The pastor (Rev. H. R. Byatt) delivered apt addresses, and the worship breathed the note of gratitude. On Monday evening the usual sale of vegetables, etc., tooK place, with a pleasing result in the fact that the funds of the church were well replenished. Recognition Services.—Saron Welsh Baptist Church held special services on Wednesday of last week to celebrate the settlement of their now pastor (Rev. Llewellyn Humphreys). There was a goodly muster of the members and of visitors from other neighbburhoods at the "weK oome" meeting in the afternoon. The chairman was Rev. J. H. Jones (Dowlais), who helped in the starting of the cause about fifty years ago. He had interesting reminiscences to relate about the "day of small things," and he was delighted to see the church so strong, healthy and influen- tial. Mr. Humphioys relinquished a pastorate in Pembrokeshire to come here. The secretary (Mr. Thomas Richards) related the transaction of the call, and the pastor went over the motives which induced him to come. Saron, Church ex- tended its welcome through Councillor E. Griffiths and Mr. Shem Davies (two of the hon- oured deacons of the church). Afterwards three gentlemen hailing from Pembrokeshire, and members of the churches under the charge of Mr. Humphreys—Mr. W. J. Williams, B.Sc., Mr. W- Thomas, C.C., J.P., and Mr. Griffith Gibbon—gave high testimoney to the great esteem ill which Mr. and Mrs. Humphreys were held by the people in their old sphere of labour, and their departure was keenly felt by all. The speeches were impressive and real. After- wards short addresses were delivered by Rets. J. M. Lewis (Maesteg), H. Ellis (Dowlais), AL J. Mills (Nantymoel), W. Thomas (Blaengarw), and Rev. L. Jones closed the meeting with prayer. In the evening two powerful sermons were delivered by Revs. 1-1. Ellis and J. B. Jones to a large and appreciative congregation. The following friends were also present: Revs. W. Saunders, C.C., Pontycymmer; W. P. Griffiths, Blackmill; W. Reynolds, Pontycymmer; E. K. Jones and D. S. Jones, Bridgend: C. J. Pipe, Tylagwyn; T. M. Thomas, Philadelphia; D. J. Davies, Ogmore, and all the local ministers.—A host of friends sents letters of congratulation to both pastor and church. The meetings were quite impressive throughout.

TONDU AND ABERKENFIG. I London Joint CUy and Midland Bank, Ltd.— A Branch of this Bank has been opened at 55 Bridgend Road. Attendance: Tuesdays, 9,30 to 12.30. 76 Harvest 'FfiSti Val .-Special services were held at Carey Baptist Church on Sunday and Mon- day. The preacher on Sunday wa, ev. Melville Evans (Swansea), and on Monday Rev. J. Humphreys (Nantymoel). The services were largely attended. Girl Guides.—On Saturday, the 6th inst, the Tondu contingent of the Girl Guides were entertained at Tondu House, at the invita- tion of Mrs. J. W. Hutchinson. The whole of the beautiful grounds were at the disposal of the Guides, and various games were in- dulged in—Tennis, Croquet, Bowls, etc.,—and prizes were given by Mr. and Mrs. Hutchin- son in all the events, which also included races. During the afternoon tea was provided in the Summer House, and the orchard was thrown open for the Guides to help them- selves to the varieties of fruit. Everything was done to make the event enjoyable, and on leaving the grounds, cheers were given to Mr. and Mrs. Hutchinson for their kindness.

SEEN FROM AN OGMORE HOUSE TOP. I (By Chimney-Pot.) Who is the young lady who regularly washes her clothes in the bath water. In order to avoid preposterous laundry bills, we presume. 0ur puonc house gossip informs us that a local coiliery haulior professes to be able to speak several languages. In any case, it would pay him better to pla-ce his linguistic ability to a better pur- pose. The young fruiterer seen talking to a Revue "Queen" in one of our side streets last week, with the seat of his trousers torn, had better take care. Is it a fact that the dancing class run by the elete of more Vale, has now been turned into a smoking concert. \v hat is one of our local engine drivers going to do now on Sundays, seeing he wears cloth t?p boots to work? Clogs, we l)'resuu:e? Who was the collier from Wyndham who lost a turn in order to see a young lady from Birmingham? The "nut" who made that statement un- derground, must not forget whcm he has already told of the strength of black dve. Who was the local collier who "clicked" with a Revue "Queen" on his way home from work? Who is the local "nut" who calls at places fcr old newsrviRors ? Is it a fact he takes them to fish shops? Who was the "nut" seen kissing his girl the other evening, under a tree in High Street ? Would he have been so brave had he known Chimney Pot was there? Who were the two voung ladies seen scrapping" in the early hours of Sunday morning Upon enquiries, we find it wns only over q. "nut" taking another girl to Bridgend on Saturday. A gentleman ,it t meeting the othe even- ing commented on Germany's "bill" cf £ 4o0,000,000 -as the largest he had ever seen, and said it was more than he spent on drink in n whole year. We presume the Kaiser to be, undoubtedly, the worst "Bill" of all. "To take occasion by the hand," is all very well, but the cent who came home in the small ..ours of last Sunday morning, and told his long suffering wife that he had been celebrating his pal's birthday is- It is hoped in future that the occasion will stand it.

GLYNOGWR "ANECDOTES." I 'By Potter). Such interesting news is from time to time ? coming to our notice, that "Potter" has been Zd. to take up the pen. We were recently privileged to travel in. the same compartment as an official of the U.D.C., who sedately cleaned out his pipe* with the business end of his umbrella. We desisted from asking him whether he carried a pen-knife in case he should retort that he was an uphilder of the drastic Govemment methods of economy. In view of the anticipated food shortage this winter, pig breeders kindly note:- Dearly beloved brethren, it really is a sin, When you peal potatoes, to throw away the skin: For the skin feeds the pigs, and the pigs feed you, Dearly beloved brethren, is not this quite true ? Some in this neighbourhood have a ten- dency to be "taken in" at Fairs. Two cases are to hand. One gentleman at St. Mary Hill Fair, was induced to part with a little money for the satisfaction of seeing the most corpulent woman in the world-as if it were possible even to convey such an extraordinary person to the almost inaccessible region of St. Mary Hill. Another gentleman at Neath Fair tendered 6d. to view a horse, which, according to the showman, had its head where its tail ought to be. Of course it did not occur to the gen- tleman—who has a good conception of horeses —that such a freak in animal physiology, was well nigh impossible. The ingenuity of the showman in exhibiting a horse placed vice- versa in its stall drew (shall we say), a smile or -? We wonder why some of our Blackmiil friends regularly grace Glynogwr with their prescence on Sunday nights ?

NEWCASTLE rtlGHER PARISH COUNCIL. A meeting of the Council was held on Thurs- day last week at the Tondu Council Schools. Present: Messrs. J. T. Hopkin (chairman), D. Daniel, T. D. Evans, .J. Lyddon, D. M. Molonev, A. Phillips, J. T. Rees, W. H. Richmond, J. Riley, and the clerk (Mr. E. H. Heaven). Evanstown Footpath.—After discussion, it was resolved that a deputation attend the next meet- ing of the Rural District Council to place this matter before them, and report the action taken by the Parish Council. Road to Park Terrace.—The Surveyor was asked to vitit this road in wet weather, and re- port. The District Councillors present promised to keep the question to the front. More Light.—It was agreed to ask Messrs. North's Company to providt) a new light to the bridge on the footpath to Park Terrace. Old Royal Oak Footpath.—The work of fixing obstruction posts and rails to the path at the rear of the Old Rcyal Oak has been completed at a total cost of £2 126. Urban Area.-Tho Clerk presented a report on the proposed formation oi an urban area, to include Pyle, Keniig Hill, Aberkenfig, Tondu, Coytrahen, Cwmfelin, Heolycyw, and Pencoed, and produced inaps showing the proposed area. it was resolved that the best thanks of the Council be given to the Clerk for the report and trouble he had taken. Seats at Penyfai Common.—The police re- ported the naltijls of boys who had damaged the .seats.-It was resolved that they "be compelled to pay the cost of also to pay 7s. 6d. each to a charitable institution; the same to be paid over to the clerk.—The best thanks of the Council was accorded to the police for their efforts in finding the offenders. Profiteering Committee.—It was resolved to ask the District Council to proceed with the election of an anti-Proifteering Committee for the area. Also to ask the G.W.R. ComDanv to consider the question of running trains* to "suit the new hours of labour at the collieries.—Ac- counts were passed for payment.

HEOLYCYW. Council School.-Evening Classes open next week. For particulars see handbills. 30 Commoners' Troubles.—Even commoners, who are monarchs of so much they survey, are not immune from troubles, and one of the present worries of Heolycyw commoners is that their horses and cattle stray to Pencoed, where tehy are impounded, to be released only on payment. It is difficult to deal effectually with the trouble. Twenty or more years ago there were gates at ^enpi'isk, Werniawr, and Heolycyw. Those made straying difficult (it not impossible), but tew, if any, will to-day advocate that remedy, for palpable reasons. Costly Houses.—Four houses have been in course of erection within this parish for about three years. They are now approaching com- pletion, and it is said they will have cost over .£800 per house. No wonder speculators and private individuals fight shy'of house-building, and that the calmour at Heolycyw, where many houses are occupied by two and even three families, for huts becomes louder weekly. The necessary number of stone or brick houses throughout the country will require £ 335,000,000 which the Government, it appears, after all will find difficult, if not impossible, to provide, 90 that the end of the tale will be-be satisfied with wooden houses, which can be provided expedi- tiously and remuneratively. Higher Rates. In this parish, as elsewhere within the Bridgend and Cow bridge Union, ,the Guardians will call for a Is. 9d. rate during the next half-year, as against a Is. 3d. rate for the current half-year. The Coun- ty hnd District Councils' calls will no doubt show similar, if not greater increases, so that the total rate for the six months ending March 31st, 1920, will be high indeed. In the circumstances increased rates are in- evitable, and it only remains for the rate- payers' representatives to insist, consistently with fairness and justice to all concerned, that ratepayers get the best possible return for their money. PUINTin AND PTTBUSHKII BY TIRIN CLNTBAL GLWOMH PRINTING AND PUBLIHHIMO COM PANT, les.. &ti viin GLAMORGAN GAZPTTI" OrriCM, Qnw BI?TDOHVT> q, IMOROJ* FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th, 1919.