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Welsh Trial Matchl at Tredegar. U SNOW LYING ON THE GROUND.. The Possibles Beat the Probables. TINPLATERS UP IN THE RHONDDA. South Wales Association Cup- Third Round. Probables v. Possibles (By "FORWARD.") There was snow on the ground when the Probables and Possibles and those who accom- panied them arrived at Tredegar this after- noon. The playing ground, too, was hard, and contained more bone than the pi.aj ers j cared for, the effects of the recent frost by no means having disappeared. The arrangements for the match were not entirely satisfactory, the main entrance gate being- j ashed by the crowd aa a result of the issue of tickets acing delayed. Thers was only one change from the teams published in this morning's paper, Maddocks, of the .London Welsh, coming iuto the Possibles in place of W. Trew on the left wing. The players complained before start- ing of the hardness of the ground, and there was some hesitation in playing the match. A fair trial in the circumstances was out of the question. Team& Probables: Back, H. B. Winfield; three- quarter backs, Gwyn Nicholls, R. T. Gabe, Cecil Biggs, and F. Jowett; half-backs, J. Lewis and B. M. Owen; forwards, J. 1. Hodges, A. W. Maddocks, A. Brice, G. Boots, G. Travers, D. J. Thomas, A. F. Harding, W. Neilt (Cardiff), and E. Thomas (Newport). Possibles: Back, George Da vies; three- quarter backs, Wyatt Gould (right centre), O. Pritchard (left centre), D. P. Jones, Pontypool (right wing), and Maddocks (London Weish); half-backs, W. Hopkins (Bridgend) and J. Hill man (Newport), forwards, S. Ramsey (Treorky). J. F. Williams (London Welsh), Sid Davan (Swansea), J. Evans (Blaiiia), W. Moles (Bridg- end), W. Stacey (Llanelly), C. M. Pritchard (Newport), and Harry Watkins (Llanelly). Referee: Mr. Willis James. Nicholls's instruction to the players before starting was to be very careful, and the game was not much more than an exhibition. George Boots kicked off for the Probables, who wore white jerseys, while the Possibles were in striped jerseys. Stacey replied to the kick out, and the first scrum was carried by the Possibles, who rushed down to the line, but were stopped by. Winfield. The Probables once over the centre line tried passing, and Gate, after breaking through, cleverly passed to one of the forwards, who missed the pass. The Possibles after this had two easy chances of scoring, but the passing went wrong each time. Eventually, however, Willie Hopkins, the Bridgend half. who was playing a smart game, made a pretty opening, and at the right moment passed to Cecil Biggs, who took the ball on the run and scored. fteorge Davies failed at goal. After the kick-out A. F. Harding ran well into the Possibles' 25, but gave a poor pass, and George Boots h<h( no chance of taking the ball when he had a clear run over. Play was carried up and down the field at a brisk pace, and Maddocks was conspicuous for a smart run over the line, but he had put his foot in touch and was called back. The Possibles were having the better of the deal for some time, and then the Probables' forwards came away "grandly in a bunch, and dribbled over half the length of the field before the ball was screwed into touch. Half-time was s hortly afterwards called after twenty-five minutes' wlay. Half-time score. G. T. M. I Possibles. 0 1 0 Probables 0 0 0 Ramsay re-started, and Winfield replied with a huge kick into touch well over the centre line. The ground had hardened con- siderably, and it was wisely decided that for one player to touch another should sutiioe as a tackle. The Probables lost no time in becoming aggressive, and a penalty given against Willie Hopkins for off-side was taken by Winfield in a favourable position. The ball was sent a little wide of the post. Wyatt Gould retired with a sprain, and Cecil Biggs was placed in the centre with Stacey on the wing. The Possibles had thus only seven forwards, but they were doing very well and heeling out better than the opposing eight. When the ball came out, however, it was difficult for the three-quarters to make headway, a touch, as already stated, being considered a tackle. Maddocks, the London Welsh wing, was shapine surprisingly well. and his style of play was convincing of his qualities as a first-class player. The game was NOTHING MORE THAN A FARCE I from now to the end, and the crowd, becom- ing impatient, cried out, "Play r -a.me. The referl-a was playing the safest "è. as there was nothing to be gained, and .j uiuch risk in playing with ordinary vigour. Kick- ing was chiefly the* order of the day, and there was no likelihood of any more scoring baing done. One of the prettiest bits of piay of the day was brought off by Stacey. who fielded the ball on his own side of the centre line, and, running and doubling like athree-quarier he got clean through without being touched, and then parsed to Pritchard, who threw to Maddocks, and the London Welshman passed back, but Pritchard failed to take it five yards from the line, and when the defence had been beaten. Thera was no further play of interest, and neither side became once dangerous until the end. Final score. G. T. M. Possibles.)) 1 0 Prpbables 0 0 0 "FORWARD'S" COMMENTS. And how much wiser are vre after all? It was small recompense, after sacrificing some- thing on a trip like that of to-day to see what was to all intents and purposes an exhibition game. Serious football was out of the question, and. as a natural corollary, serious criticism is impossible. Not one of the thirty players can be fairly and squarely judged on his form of to-day. and I should be sorry to profess that I spotted" two or three particular forwards who were superior to the rest. Briefly, the trial match was a failure, and the Welsh inter- nationals to play against England at Leicester will have to be chosen on club form. Those members of the match committee who stayed at home were wise in their day and generation. As far as the play went, the Possibles thoroughly daserved their win, but it was plain that those among the Probables who have won their laurels were not exerting them- selves, and were taking no risks. A player who struck ma as being one of the right sort was Maddocks, the London Welsh wing, and we shall prhftbly hear more of him. Consider; > promise was also shown by Willie Hopkins, of Bridgend, as a scrimmage worker, and his judgment when he gave 03cil Biggs the winning try was firs-t-ciass. I don't know that there is any more to be said, except that it was unfortunate that a match which ought to be of some value should ] be played on a plateau where the ground is more susceptible to frost than it is in other places easier of access than Tredegar. The greatest good for the greatest number is a principle that ought to be considered in foot- ball, and it is unreasonable to expect people I' to make tlii3 journey to one of the remotest spots in the South Wales football kingdom when more convenient grounds are available.

HIBERNIAN OLD BOYS V. ST. BARNABAS. I At the SoPhia Gardens St. Barnabas and the Hibernian Old Boys brought oN theii fourth division league match. The ,ontest throughout was of a scrappy description, being enlivened now and again by a smart run or passing bout. Donovan got over twice for the Hibernians with two unconverted tries, bt Barnabas replied with a forward lush, which ended in their only try. Hibernian Uld l>úYS u i ° I St.. Barnabas 0 1 1 1

CAERPHILLY V. EOATH. Played at Ca,r-;hillY. flonours were about equally divided lor the major portion of the first half, both teams having several times been within an ace of scoring. The home halevos were responsible fur many openings, one being eepeciilly smart when Dai Jones. receiving the ball in his own 25. ran up at a good pace, but. unfortunately, ho kicked the ball into the opposing full back s hands. who retaliated with a grand kick, which found touch well inside the home territory. u Half-time score. G. 1 ■ 1'1. I Caarphilly. ? 2 n Roath. 0 0 0 I The re?tMt saw the homester3 on wie ?g?ressive, and though Roath tried Hara ?to remove the scene of operations, the runners of the attack permitted them but twi,-e to see the centre. Though they played a good defensive game, the strong attack o' the homesters ultimately ended in Eustace a try. which Dai Jones converted. Final score. G. T. JM. Caerphilly 1 0 0 I oath 0 0 0

BRIDGWATER V. EXETER. Playea at Bridgwater, a fine game icauii.- ing. Exeter opened the game in splendid style, and a capita] movament ended in Davis scoring a converted try. The same player again ecoted after ta. brilliant effort, and Escctt kicked a, goal. Bridgwater improved in their play, and Jones scored, Smart fail- ing to convert. Tits home forwards gave a splendid dispJ&y in the second half, and nearly scored eeveial times. The Exeter backs a,gain scored through Skoines. Final score:—Exeter, thirteen points; Bridgwater, three points.

BRISTOL V. OXFORD UNIVERSITY. At Bristol before 5,000 spectators. Bristol were short of four usual players. Oxford were well represented. The game was even throughout. Bristol backs were bettor, but I the Oxford forwards were prominent in the loose. In the first half Vaughn,n and Meyer i scored for the home team. Oatee failing with both kicks. In the second half Oxford had the bc-st of matters. Stoop scoring and Cart- wright converted. Result:—Bristol, two 1 tried Osix points); Oxford, one goal (five points).

STOPPRESS Latest Jeiegrams. "EXPRESS" OFFICE, 7.45 p.m. SCIISi;r>SBY YtJ.jil..¡>t:I. ¡. .1:V.¡ù .r\1S:J.. L.' If was explained by 1hp Cl11Jrman that of the £2:0 given by the Union £:,0 hid been gi"t" ,elm Let Rpart for travelling .md incidental ex- to Penarth. iir?t Fifty poind3 bad p»afpf. "H 1np-!t tbp cnioj" ch¡h:; would giïS th{; Minn assistance to the Leagues in their respective town; 95 had been gircn by Cardiff. K«cl;py: —Swansea, 7 goals; Neath. 2 goals. ASSOCIATION SCORES:— S»'.Ir Y," 3 ;;oaV; Consevatives, nil. 1. "'1:1:11 ë. 3 Caerleon, 1 goal. Olyff.m Villa. 3 go Oakland?, 1 foal. X r Anions. ?. Alexandra lnîte1. 1 gnai, Nrw-ovt Barrstcfes, 5 goals: Ormonde Villa, nil. Orbe Viila, 3 rfoals; West Park, 1 goal. C'vt;' 4 d. St. Jor.crb'j, nil. ItCCan- SCORES:— c" V r 1 pv.l. 3 t lie; Coventry. 1 goal. ),1-(\. 1 try: Xcwriiirt Kaplans, nil. TSnT'-addler, 1 uoal, 1 try: Pontyclnn. 1 tries, Fiyn?P!thin. 1 try; Pcncocd, 1 try. Hafod, 1 soul; Swansea Parrolrial, 1 try. Swansea Kngby School? Lfa'jue.—Trial Match— A wals. 1 try; B Team. 0. Easf Side, Z goals; James's 1 goal. Hoadrv- s tri<;s; rontirdnlai*. 0. 6; t'yifiaiStT, j try. 1 s'llr, Tutaylarj, o. t,1A.. ManseJton, one goal; Arnold follecs, 1111. Industrial, nil;, ^ryamill, nil.

Cilfynydd v. Mountain Ash The first meeting of these oluba under the I auspices of the Ulamoigan League took place at Mountain Ash. The ground was in fair condition for an open game. The homesters were not at full strength, but were expected to prove iuoro than a match for the Cilfynydd team, who had yet to record their first win in these competitions. It was long after the adverti&ed time when the teams took the field. Teams: — Mountain Ash: Back, G. Evans; three- quarter backs, Kandford, M. Sevan, L. M. bevan, and P. O. Nael; half-backs. W. Jones and ti. Edwards; forwards, D. Fryer, E. Morgan. B. Davies, T. Minton, B. Caple, D. Maars, A. Fryer, and A. N. Other. Cilfynydd: Back, James; S. Fyue, A. Wil- liams, T. Williams, and I. Williams; half- backs, Lloyd and Richardson; forwards, J. Jones. Ryan, W. Williaing, Owen, Hcokawav M. Weils, and othersi Referee, Mr. J. H. Bowen, Cardiff. Ciifynyad took the field with only thirteen men. The homesters cojnmenoed operations, and at once look up the attack. George Edwards tturtsa a movement which culmi nated in Bevan scoring an unconverted try. The re-start saw the vifeitoro make a, brief incursion into the home quarters, but they were not destined to remain here. The Mount rushed their opponents, and George Edwards led up to the scoring of the second t,r-v. Half-time score. G. T. M. I Mountain Ash 0 2 0 Cilfynrdd 0 0 0 The visitors restarted, but the home men I at once preesed, and from some passing by the forwards Hudson scored by Lewis, the home half missing at the heels of the scrums. The visitors pressed, but only got minors. However, Blaenavon aoon returned to the attack, and on the call of time Edwards scored. The second half opened well for Mountain Ash. Wyndham Jones made a good run, and passed at the right moment to Bevan, who 1 ailed to hold. Cilfynydd played up gamely, and reached the home territory. They almost scored, Bevan saving in the nick of time. Scrambling play was the order, and the game became uninteresting. The referee wisely called time twenty minutes before the usual period had elapsed. Final score. G. T. M. I Mountain Ash 0 2 0 Oilfynydd 0 0 0 COMMENTS. I What promised to be a good game turned out to be a. farce. The greater part of the match was played in semi-darkness. Up to half-time piay was fairly keen, but after- wards it degenerated into a scramble. The game was most uninteresting, the visitors being two men short throughout. Wyndham Jones and Edwards did well for Mountain Ash. It is hoped that in future an effort will be made to start at the advertised time

Llwynypia v. Llanelly The first encounter between the above clubs took place this afternoon on the Partridge Grounds, LhvJ nypia, in ideal football weather. Llwynypia turned out at full strength, and expected a victory. There were, however, several absentees from the visitors' team. The teams lined out as follows:- Llwynypia: Back, J. Evans; three-quarter backs, A. Clisaald, D. Jenkins, C. Morgan, and J. Carey; half-backs, Idris Phillips and W. Bowen; forwards, J. Hellings (captain), D. Rees, M. Probert, U. Rhappe, H. Davies, W. Baker, and W. Owen. Llanelly: Back, Geo. Griffiths; three-quarter backs, Morgan Williams, Harvey, Jones, and Davies; half-backs, W. E. Davies and Lewis; forwards, J. Watts, Walters, W. J. Thomas, T. Davies, B. Thomas, A. Jones, W. Long, and J. Waters. 'Referee: Mr. J. D. WfUiama. Neath. Play at the outset was very interesting, the tin-platers introducing some life into the game with fire three-quarter play, and good rounds of passing were indulged in by their quartette. Te home forwards worked their wiv into the visitors' quarters, but the fine defensive play of Bob Richards repulsted the effort. Subsequent nlay 7,as fought among the forwards, where Ll.iynypia held a slight advantage. Following relief, eome good kick- ing was witnessed on both sides, Ben Evans being prominent with some good touch work. Play now became very tame, and what nromised at the outset to be a,pretty match developed into a scramble. Indiscriminate WkiTiEr gave Bob Richards a chance fo drop for goal. He made a. fine effort, but the ball fell short. Towards the close of the first half Llwynypia pressed, and got into the visitors' 25, but at the interval there was uu Half-time score: G. T. M. Llwynypia 0 0 0 Llanelly .0 .9 0 The second hall opened out atter tne same manner as the initial stages of the game, and play eventually became a succession of scram3, the half-backs being rather fond of encroaching on the wrong side of the scram. Dai Reea inspired the home forwards to force the s-ame, but the tisitors were quite able I., keep their line well guarded. There was change in the general play, and as the final stage drew near, the Llwynypia for- wards took the ball over the line and Joe Hellings scored what appeared to be a legitimate try, but it was disallowed and the erame ended in a draw. Final soore. G. T. M. Uwynypia..— — 0 0 o T.lH.?.!)v .— 0 0 0 < REMARKS. There was nothing brilliant in the display of either team. Indeed, it was rather dis- appointing from a spectators point oi view. The forwards were evenly matched. The homesters held a sught advantage in loose play. but in the scrimmages the scarleta held out oftener.. Back play was at a discount, very little back nlav being indulged in by either set of backs. Chis-old and Parry were prominent for Llwvnvnia, and Morgan Williams for Llanelly. A fine display of full back play was given by Bob Bichards, who was the most con- spiciious lan on his side. his Kicking and tackling being worthy of special notice.

BERKELEY AND SHARPNESS V. CINDER FORD. At Berkeley. Berkeley started, and had the best of the opening stages. Brain contri- buted a good run for tne visitors. Even play to lowed near midneld. Cinderford pressed afterwards, but Berkeley defended grandly. After the interval Berkeley although play- ing a man short, did splendidly. r; h^ game was most exeiting. From loose play Morgan scored near the scored near the oorner flag, The remainder of the pJay was hotly oon- tested, but nothing further w,,aa scored. Final score:—Berkeley and (sharpness, 1 try; Cin- derford, nil.

CT/IFTON V. CHELTENHAM. I The visitors were much t,be better side, their backs showing excellent combination. Their forwards he-Id oftener. but were not, so good in the loose. The Clifton's tackling was very poor, accounting for their defeat. In the first ha-lf Powell aad Frv scored tries, and in the second moiety Clifford and Dallimore added a couple more. Result:-chltellha;m four tries; Clifton, nil.

DEVONPORT ALBION V. NEWTON. I At Devonport, before 3,000 spectators. Owing to the county match the Albion were weak. They, however, had much the better of the opening stages, and, after some fine open work Trickett scored. The home team led at the interval by three points. Newton did splendidly on changing ends, but the Albion had slightly the better of 'the game. Bond defended feebly, and the Albion only won by a try to nothing.

BRITON FERRY V FELINFOEL. Played, fit Briton Perry. The visitors com- menced operations, and play was taken to the visitors' goal-line. Briton Ferry crossed, the attempt at goal failing. A few scrums took place near the home goal-line, and relief was brought by long kicking. Briton Ferry, following up, scored a converted try. A ■little give-and-take play in midfield, and Briton Ferry again crossed. The last part of 1 he same was uninteresting. __n Final score: G. T. M. Briton Ferry 12 0 Fe)infoel .m. 0 0 0

ST. TKILO'S V. ROATH HORNETS. This friendly game LOOK place at the bopnia Gardens. Short time was played, and the game was not seriously taken part in.

ST. lIL\RY' (BARRY) v. CARDIFF SECONDS, i prayed at Barry this afternoon. FinaJ score<St. Mary's, five goals; Cardiff II., three goals. East Cardiff IT., eix goals; College II., onel goal,

Maesteg v. Bridgend The return match between these teams was played at Maesteg, who won the previous encounter by a goal. There was a good tttendance. Confidence was felt that the home team would win. Teanis:- Bridgend. Back, W Pennell; three-quarter backs, T. Matthews (captain), F. Browning, D. Nekrews, and W. Edwards; half-backs, Ward Hopkins and E. Bevan; forwards, T. Griffiths, G. Hooper, T. Kingdom, T. Edwards, T. Shell. J. Duggan, T. Myers, and R. James. Maesteg: Back, T. Hinkin; three-quarter backs, W. Lewis, E. Jones, W L. Williams, and W. Murray; half-backs, I. Thomas and Cash Llewellyn; forwards, J. Foley (captain), T. Mort), D. Akerman, W. Thomas, S. Davies, J. Redmond, J Luke, and M. Coleman Foley kicked olt towards the railway end for Maesteg. There was a poor return, and scrimmaging ensued on the Bridgend 26. Play was carried to near the home line. and Maesteg backs tried passing, but Lewis knocked on. The homesters pressed through Coleman and looked dangerous, but Penneil cleared splendidly. Bridgend forced the first minor with a long kick. By judicious kicking the homesters attacked, but strong forward rushes changed the venue. Foley was prominent with a good run, by which he gained valuable ground for Maesteg. The home men, by good passing, further im- proved their position, but only a minor resulted. From the drop out the homesters aga.in pressed, but Pennell once more saved his side cleverly. W, illitms and Llewellyn ob- taining from a scrum, the former nearly scored, only stumming near the line. Maesteg forced another minor, and Murray, after a fine burst, was only held oil the Jine, Shell being injured in tackling him. Williams dropped at goal, and a minor resulted. Half-time score. G. T. M, Maesteg 0 0 3 Brids-end. 0 0 1 Kingdom re-started for Bridgend. Luke obtained and passed to Foley, and that player took play to halfway, where Lewis and Llewellyn, by pa sing, nearly scored. Maes- teg were given numerous free kicks for off- side play, one of which resulted in a minor. Bridgend were again penalised, this time in a favourable position, and Llewellyn landed a goal. PJay settled down at half-way from th; drop-out, where passing took place all across the ground, and Murray scored. The hick at goal failed. Bridgend prested from the re-atart, and Matthews scared a corner try, which was not converted. Maesteg had the best of matters from the drop-out, and Williams narrowly missed scoring. The visitors attacked, and Browning trizd a shot at goal which failed, and Maesteg cleared their lines. Luke was responsible for a fine opening, and passed to Ned Jones, who ran round the posts and scored, but for some reason the kick at goal was disallowed. Tne remainder of the game was played in semi- darkness, the players being indistinguish- able. Final score:— Final Eore. G. T. M. Ma,egt,eg *12 0 Bridgend 0 1 0 Penalty.

NEWPORT A V. PONTYPOOL Great interest was displayed in this game at Newport, as Pontypool had not been defeated this year. The players lined out thus: — Newport Seconds: Back. W. Manship; three-quarter backs, E. Seer, R. Huggett, F. Huggett, and S. Thomas; half-backs, iV. Ben- nett and W. Martin; forwards, H. Thomas, J. Spillane, H. Uzzell, W. Johnton, W. Hicks, C. Williams, S. Evans, and S. Adams. Pontypool: Back, L. G. Coleman; three- quarter backs, F. A.. Parker, J. H. Evans, T. Jenkins, and R. Coleman; half-backs, T. Doylo and W. Reardon: forwards, J. Price, R. Thomas, G. Carr, A. Triieman, W. Jones, Wal- lace Jone, W. Dowell, and T. Stone. When the visitors kicked off a grey fog hung ov-sr the ground, and it was with great difficulty that the could see tue ball. For the first few minutes of the game the visitors had prgtty well all tue play, and it was only Manehip's fine defence that saved Newport's line on a number of occasions. The homesters improved, and fine runs by Uzzel and Seer resulted in a minor for New- port. For lying on the ball Pontypool were penalised, but only another minor accrued. A fine run by Reardon for the time being re- lieved the pressure on the Pontypool iin". Martin set the Newport three-quarters going, and Seer being the last to receive crcs^-kicked to Uzzeil, who ran over with a try beneath the posts. Pontypool made some fine rushes, but the Newport backs were in splendid defensive form. Pontypool continued to aback, however, and Jenkins dropped a goal. Half-time score: G. T. M. Newport 10 0 Pontypool *10 0 One dropped. Newport re-started the second half, and a. fast game was now witnessed, neither team getting too much of the game. A fine dribble by Feer nearly put. Huzzie over, but the Pontypool backs were too smart, and no score resulted. Some smart half-back play by Bennett saw the visitors' half again invaded. Coleman, however, relieved with a fine kick well over the visitors' line. From a serum C. Jenkins got the ha, and ran over with a try, which was easily converted. There was no further score. Final score: G. T. M. Pontypool 13 0 0 Newport Secoi???' t2 0 0 *1 0 0 OC-onverted goal. tDroppied goal.

I TREHERBERT V ABERAVON The first meeting of these rivals in a league match took place at Aberavon to-day, before a good crowd Vickery started the game at 3.30 but the home forwards, being in front of the ball, a scrum was formed on the division line. Emlyn Lewis got the ball out, and went away down the touch line, but Frear was close at hand and ruphed him into I touch. Then Aberavon attacked, and in some loose forward play a try seemed certain for Aberavon, but man after man failed to gather the ball. Treherbert relieved, and give-and-take play followed, but the home- sters were showing improved form, parti- cularly at hatf-back. where Jimmy Jones initiated some smart bits of play, which left the ball inside the visitors' half. Here they were penalised, and Tom Thomas kicked a fine goal. On the drop out Aberavon in turn was penalised, and Treherbert gained a I penalty goal, and both teams were thus equal. The visitors were conspicuous on the re-start, and Walters broke through finely, and seemed all over a scorer when he was tackled. I Half-time score. G. T. M. Aberavon 1* 0 0 Treherbert 1* 0 0 I Treherbert Penalty goal. 1* 00 Theherbert opened the second half. and I were quick) v put on the defensive, chiefly by means of some smart pick ups and punt- ins to touch. Taylor, a home forward, was injured, and was carried off the field. Aber- avon still pressed on the resumption, but Treherbert got to the other end. when Taylor resumed his place in the pack. From a scrummage here Treherbert got the ball out smartly, and David Davies broke through ehe defence and scored, but np goal resulted. I Final score. G. l. M. Trehrbert 1* 1 0 Aberavon *p:;iï"göï: 1* 0 0 I Aberavon Penalty goa1 I REMARKS. It was another game robbed of a lot of its interest by the lateness of the hour of start- ing, the concluding stages being played in darkness. Both teams were equally matched, and it was difficult to point to any sU2,eri- ority of one side over the other. T;eberbert, | however, showed more skill in attack, espe- cially amongst the backs, who. one and all, played well, Davies and Walters especially eo. The forwards scrimmaged h rd, and fod the halves well. Abe.avon were best repre- sented at forward by Taylor, Vickery, and jSTadden. Hill and Freear behind we e the pick of the backs, but the halves were betler than last Saturday's pair. Tom Thomas and Fitzgerald were each safe at back.

1 PE?NAR If APY'S. PENARTH THISTLES v. ST. MARY'S. I' This third division league match took place at the Sophia Gardens on soft turf. Both teams had a good following. Mr. J. Norton (CD.R.U.) held the whistle. Play opened in brilliant fashion, both sides bringing off bouts of passing. Each side looking dangerous alternately. Penarth were playing grandly in the forward division, being dell led by Youde. The defence of the St. Mary's three- quarters, however, tfavod the situation more than once. From a fine kick by Rowlands Smith bad a chance of scoring, but missed the ball. Half-timoa arrived with no score on either side. The Thistles had all the best of the second half, and had very hard lines in not scoring. Usher, for St. Mary's, liowe\er, nipped their pnpaing in the bud on several occasions. Smith again came near scoring, but was well stopped by Jones. St. Mary's had to defend their linea for the concluding five minutes, and a splendid defence prevailed until the end. Finall score. G. T. M. Pena-rth Thistles 0 0 2 St. Mary's 0 0 1

PONTYPOOL RESERVES V. MONMOUTH. Es V. mo Monmoutn, who last season went through with an unbeaten record, played their return match with the Reserves at Pontypool. Play was of a very scrambling character, find was aa dismal as the fog which prevailed, Just before the call of time Teddy Morgan got over with aa unconverted try for Mon- mouth. Final score. G. T. M. Ifonwoutli 0 1 0 Polltypool Refierve.s 0 0 0

DINAS POWIS V. VICTORIA UNITED (CARDIFF). Tii 13 matcn was to have neen piayea ttiis afternoon at Dinas Powis. but was cancelled .wt the Last moment owing to the home team having been suspended for a month for havlsag walked off the field before the close of the play on the occaOTon of the recent away match with Whitchurch, and the captain of the Dina-s Fowls team (A. Franks) has been suspended for tw omotitjv for calling his men off on that o-ecuson.Dium powis can play away matches, but no home matches. The suspension of the. captain means tha-t he cannot play away or at home.

BEDFORD V. LONDON WELSH. At Bedford before a large crowd and in a den e fog. Neither side was fully repre- sented. After twenty minutes Bush scored a try for the Welsh, and, changing over, the same player twice crossed the home line, con- verting both tries. Bedford failed to score and were thus beaten by two placed goals and a try (13 points) to nil.

I ABERDARE V. ABERTILLERY. I This match, which was to have been played at Aber- I tillery. was abandoned, Aberdare wiring to say that they could not make the journey.

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[ RUGBY FINALS. 1 Dinas United, one goal, one try; Hopkins. town, nil. Wells United, two goals, three tries; Barry Seconds, nil. Canton Rovers, one dropped goal, one try; Splott Crusaers, nil. Cefnpenma-n, one goal; Penrhys Stars, nil. Llanelly Harbour Lights, one try; Carmar- then, nil. Crumlin Seconds, one goal, three tries; Usk Seconds, nil. Ogmore, one try Pyle, nil Ystrad Stars, one try; Cross Keys, nil. Crumlin, one try; Garndiffaith, nil Caerphilly Scarlets, nil; Aber Stars, nil Barry United, one goal; St Fagan's, nil Williamstown Rovers, one dropped goal, four tries; onyrefa-il, nil Whitchurch Crescents, one goal, one dropped goal, one try; Ot-e t Western Railway, nil St Thomas's Crescents, nil; Treorky Juniors, nil ontywain, one goal, two tries; Ynysddu, nil Treherbert Stars, two goals, four tries; Glyncorrwg, nil. Llantwit Major, one goal, three tries; il- Cach Goch, nil St. Peter's, nil; Etonians, nil. St. Mellon's, one goal, three tries; Cardiff Rovers, nil. Chepstow St. Mary's, one goal from a mark; Blackwood, nil Tirphil Grasshoppers, one goal, one try; Llenhilleth, one try. Troedyrhiw Searchlights, nil; Merthyr Vale Juniors, nil. Aberavon Old Boys, one try; Glyncorrwg, nil. Senghenydd, nil, Bedwas, nil. Ogmore Vale, one try; Pyle, one try. Briton Ferry, one goal, two tries; Felin- foel. nil. Kensington, one try; Royal Naval College one try. Final:-New,port II. 4 goals, 1 try; Pont- mister. nil. Pena.rth A, two goals, two tries; Cardiff College, one try. Trealaw Hotspurs, two tries; Dinas Stars, one try. u Half-time score. G. T. j\'I.. Monmouth 0 1 0 Pontypool Se&oTida 0 0 0 Half-time score. G. T. M. Troedyrhiw 0 3 0 Cardiff Mackintosh 0 0 0

I Treorky v. Pontypridd! I GLAMORGAN LEAGUE MATCH. The first league match of the season between these teams was played on the Treorky ground to-day. So far, Pontypridd s position in the league competition is better than Treorky's, and some doubt was expressed as to the result of to-day's match. Neither team was well represented. Teams: Treorky: Back, E. James; three-quaruer backs, J. Bebb, Llewelyn Morgan, J. Davies, and Eddie Morgan; half-backs, Evans and Merry man: forwards, J. Thomas, Bob Jones, G'80rge Evaji?. Ned Jones, P. D. Davies, J. Attwood, M. Davies, and C. Evans. Pontypridd: Back, F. Morgan; three-quar- ter backs, 0. White. Bert Warlow, W. Jones, and Massey; half-backs, Mcses Norton and J. White- forwards. J. War?ow (captain), T. Br?ant. C. While. H. Williams, M. Phillips, W" Grubb, W. Jones, and C. C. Fhillips. Referee: Mr. J. D. Matthews, Radyr. The start was delayed owing to the late arrival of the visitors. Soon after the kick off Pontvpridd, by means of a free kick, managed to get well into the Treorky half, but the home team were not long before taking up the attack. They pressed hard. but Pontypridd dd a good dea Ito prevent them from scoring. The visitors afterwards had their turn, and they rushed down the field, which ended in a minor being- conceded I them It was evident, however, that Tre- orky were playing a stronger game, and they again attacked. The ball was kicked across I the ground, and E. Morgan, the Treorky -,viTiZ, dribbled up the field, and scored a try in the corner. There was no goal. Some i of the subsequent play was in favour of Pont.vm-idd, but a nice run by Ivor Evans enabieti Treorky to return to the visitors 25. Here Bebb burst through prettily, and looked like scoring but only a minor resulted. u (Half-time score. G. 1. N. I Treorl y 0 1 0 PoniyDridd.0 00 Forward play was arain prominent in the second half, and BoB 7iones was coi.s?}ic-.ious for a. fuocessfal dribhie, which took the ball close to the visitors' line. Some relief was given Pontyi^jjdd by Morton, but Jack Thomas and E. Jones once more managed to put the visitoi-e o n-tbe defence. Treorky c m- tinued to press, but darkness was fast setting in, and the game had to be brought to a close CUITOII TVi i 7111 hAH V»fifnr« full time. I Final score. G. T. M. Treor?y. 0 1 0 I Pontvi)ridd S 0 0 0 I REMARKS. I The game was fa'-f??excitm?. and tne style of play was by n means b- ilUa-"t. T !e forw?rr!? did the gr&?ter part of the work, but oopH.?ua?v some round of passing were seen, but not one of them ?nded in a 8co:e.ln the forwards Tveorky had the better of mat ters. and at half the sides were fa r y equal. It was imroft-ible to judge th merits of the three-rmr-rtcrs. as they were given so little tJ do. Treorky discovered their vict ry, and |1 had they infused niore Kir*'t into their play II j would probably have won by a greater score.

CARDIFF RESERVES V. CHEPSTOW) This game-was played in the Caraiu Arms lartc tins afternoon. There was a. fair number of spectators on the ground when the match ccomienced. Dr. Tun013 j turned out for the Reserves. The teams were aa fol- CardIff Usserves: Bad;, W. J. Winfield; three-qudi- ter backs, W. H. Harrison, W. H. Gunstone, J. L. I and Dr. Timms; half-backs, B. David aud A. Tresizc; forwards, D. Red, J. M'lntyr, D. L. Evans (captain), A. Spackman, E. Jennings, T. Mac- lean, Ted I.swis, and R. Summwhayes. Chepstow: Back, J. Whymper; three-quarter backs, H jsdwardi, A. lSUis, Beastey, and F. Jones; half- 'MC?s rriMt and PTœstIey; forwards, T. Spen"r, W. D?? P&nieM, ?. \\ytt, H. Jon", S. Holley, M. Hollcy, and Lloyd. Evans kJckd off for the Eej»:r\6s, but the referees whistle for ofi side'play brought the ball back to the centre. From a little loose play the Reserve forwards rushed the ball over the line, and Jennings failing on it the first try for Cardiff was registered withia five minutes of the start. Jennings look the place kick, and succeeded in converting. Cardiff were soon pressing hotly again, but a bit of smart work by the Chepstow forwards' oassd the pressure. The reii-ei was of brief duration as the Koaerves were quickly attacking the Chepstow goal. The play waged for tome time near the Chepstow 25 lbg, and Gunstone getting posses- sion succeeded m breaking through the defence,^ and crossed the line. Jennings failed to improve. Chap- stow now put mMo life into their play, and for the 1 nrst time succeeded m placing the Peserv?s on the defence.. A splendid kiCK by Williams brought the I leather back to the centre. Here the Chepstow left I wing got away, but after travelling a few yards was 9martly brought down by Harrison. The Reserve for- wards gradually worked the bail to the Chepatow Zj> flag, where Spaekmaa picked up very cleverly and psssed to Harrison, who added another try, which Jennings failed Lo convert. Directly after this Gun- ning got over, and the Reserves added another try. Jennings made no mistake this time, and the score now stood—Reserves, two goals, two tries to nil. One of the Chepstow mc-n at this point got hurt, and had to retire. From the next scrimmage near the centre the ReseTVes started a bout of passing, and got away beautifully. David was the last to handle the bau, and scored. Jennings, with a good kick, Chepstow brought play to the Cardiff 25 when half-time I [ was called. scure:- u I Hof-time:- 1- I C2.rdiff Reserves ? ? Chepstow. 0 0- J! I » I I On re-&tartin? the battle tile pl?y Wa6 WI?14 U™UKUV to th Chepetcw 25 flag. The visiting tMrd line brought play to the centre, but want of combination causta thorn to lot-e the advantage ttey had gamed. Some pretty passing by r the fteeerve three charters enabieo Timms to get over. The doctor took the place KICK, but the ball went wide. Chepstow were cowpleely outclassed, and the Reserves pressed them in their own ground. Some loose play WM foilowed by some sm:ut work by the Reserve forwards, and the ball ?.is kickeq acroM to Timms, who ??n scored. The plc-, kick failed. Directly after this disp?y one of the for?rds 'crossed the line, but the shot at goal was a fai.ura. The Chepstow forwards now did the prettfest bit of work on their side throughout the g3me, dribbling the ball from their own goal line to the Cardiff 25 flag. The L-1 <)rs managed to keep the ovalhere for five minutes or so, but the Reserves subsequently rash-u it to the centre. Tho home team now pressed hot?. and Ch?Mtow-s goal was again in d?er. A free kick to I tho visitors eased the pressure. Chepstow were on n_- ..1. tVio whistle blw Final score:— G. T. M- I CM?'<! R<'sMvae. 3 5 0 I Chepstow 0 0 0 I COMMENTS. I Beaten in every department, Ohepstow nave a, lot to learn ere they tackle such a strong team as th:H which turned out for t,he Oar- diff Reserves to day. The score of three goMB and Ave tries to nil is something for the visitors to rcaect on. Howevei, the £ eie drubbing may do them good  to t?y more attention to *^la^,p^ential r?Se-combumtion. The hpll1ø team were 'he h?   in grand form and rom"ed round the Chep- stonians as they liked. ?ere ^I so piayed so ?eU it is not Bceessaryt?m?en??n?md? vidua.1 pJaers. L?t us hope THAT t?epsto? I wilI take t-he lesson to heart.

HEATH V LYDNEY I ATH VLYEV I Played at Lydney to-day. ieanis:-— Neath: Back, W. Bevan; three-quarter backs. Howel Jones, T. Arnold, J. Stephens, nnrf half-backs, J. Burchell and J. ThomM- forwards. J. Wnnard W. Jones, D. H. Davies, E. Arnold, D. J. Rosser, T. C. Henry, Fred David and D. Davies. Lydney: Back, C. 'lawney; three-quarter bwlvs, A.A. Lewis, J. Harmon. T. Wild (cap- tain), and tV. B,%Yllbm; UWU-Uil-CJlB, Xv. Aicziu>ru» and Jim Jones: forwards, T. Huzzey, A. Ball, P. Oswell, T. Downing, Nelmes, G. Baker, A. Hay den, and W. Probert. Neath started. Harrison finding touch finely. 'he, visiting back, Bevan, early had to save. Howell Jones was conspicuous by good nassing with Arnold. The game was eplendidlv contested, Lydney having decidedly the beat of the game, the backs handling grandlv. Lewis made a magnificent drop for e-oal only missing by inches. Harrison nearly Half-time score. G. T. M. I L Neath 0 0 0 I Lydney 0 0 0 got over, and then Jim Jones. Wild and Harrison early repulsed attacks by the visi- tors, and the home forwards made a splendid dribble and pmsbod Neath on their line. I Keeping up fine aggressive play, Neath were penned for some time. L'ducy had bad luck, Tawney slipping in fielding. which enabled Birohell to score a converted try. W. Jones next scored after good forward work, Arnold again converting. Harrjaon had a good chaice, but the Neath defenoe proved eaual, thfe visitors winnme bv ten potato. Final (score  G. T. M. Neath 2 0 0 1 Ly-dney 0 0 0 1 REMARKS.. \e game was fought out in a deterrmii-ea 'I'b'B both &)dea attacking in ??- ?o.?'B .(trst?ciaaa football was sn Lvdney ola-immg to have the better of hte open ing half. show- ing ane handling. ?i€ game seamed as though it would end in a dmw and it wz"s hard lin?s for Tawney to Blip when fielding, whio? enabled TVVL% t,) ali,p ;;hen ife=ldi.g: be- ThOre 'AIRS but little d;ffw*nc* to oboOOD

Penygraig v. Penarth I These teams played their initial fixture of the season at Penygraig before a fair crowd and in ideal weather, when the teams fielded fifteen minutes late. Several alterations were noticeable in both packs of forwards. Teams: — Penygraig: Back, Lewie; three-quarter backs, Thomas, Symonds, Marchant, and Tre- harne; half-backs. Da vies and Williams; for- wards, Shugar, Mort, Bowen Jones, Evans, I Lewis, Amos. and Osborne. Pena.rth: Back, Irilict- tiiree-quarter backs, J. Gibbs, Thoma-s, Williams, and Neill; half- backs, Gibbs and Dyke; forwards, Bailey, Thomas, Scroanes, Williams, King, Stickler, I Bissett, and another. Referee, Mr. Tom Davies, Taff's Well. Penygraig started from the lower end, and immediately forced a minor. Soon after a long bout of exchange kicking ended in favour of the Penarth men, and Play settled in dangerous proxmiity to the I home line. The home forwards, by clever I scrummaging, relieved the pressure, and a. neat break away by Williams almost ended in score by Osborne. Gibbs saved the situation, and a good run by Williams fur- ther improved matters for Penarth. The homesters soon retaliated, but were again repulsed by a free kick. The homesters now tried passing, but could make but little head- way. Loose kicking ended in the home cus- todian gaining considerable ground by find- ing touch beautifully. Soon after, the home left wing missed an easy score thrt l £ .;h fail- ing to take his pass. Penygrai-4; attacked strongly, and a splendid passing bout ended in Symonds scoring under the posts. The same player converted. Half-time score. G. T. M. Penygradg. 10 0 1 pe narth 0 0 0 I VelllOllS over, Penarth assumed the agres- e?-ve, and Thomas was only brought down in 6i\<, nick of time. The homesters, however, the unasserted their superiority, a.nd had all the better of play. Receiving from a scrim- mage, Williains initiated passing, which ended in PBJ?> graig scoring an unconverted try. Almost immediately Treharne soored the third try, which was zoaled. (Final score. G. T. M. 1 Penygraig -?. 2 1 0 Penarth 0 0 0 j COMMENTS. The game was strictly a forward one, the homesters being the only team to attempt back play, which paid them well. The home forwards were superior, Shugar, Jones, nd Bowen being the pick, though all did well. Penarth were handicapped by absenteeism in the pack, bnt did very well. The home halves were easily best, while Symonds was easily the best three-quarter playing. Both custodians played sound games, the palm going to Lewist, Penygraig.

SWANSEA SECONDS V. WHITCHURCH Played at St. Helens. The visitors had the best of matters for the first few minutes, but Lewis Jenkins came to the rescue with a ilne run to li-alf way. Eventually Rhys liees e.e&red an unconverted try for Swansea. Re. suming, Whitchurch rallied and put the home alters hard on the defensive for some" time and, apparently, crossed over, but the scorer was ruled in touch. The vj-sitors con- tinued to press and had the hardest, of hard lines in not registering a score against Swan- sea., Half-time score. G. T. M.  Swansea. 0 1 p 1 WhitCeurch 0 0 0 The tVhLtchurch forwards had had t.he I best of iJM argumen.t in the first half aad commenced the second half by keeping a good command over the ball in the serums. By dint at tia-nl forward work -they got to within a. few ycards of the home goad line and Broad crossed over in the corner. The p-laoe Jack failed. Honours were ni-ovo easy. A keen abi-aggle ensued for the next quai-ttr of an hour, tor the maot part in home terri- tory. heveraj times the home quartette tried to force ma-tt?rs. but the defence, aIded by their eratic parsing of the homesters was too good to oc pierced. At last the liouic for- wards for once broke away right to ths I visitors line. where, from a ecrum, the ball waa solit out to Morris, who scored. Lock- man failed to convert. Time was called a few minutes later. Final score. 0. T. M. I Swansea Seconds 0 2 0 Whitchurch. 0 1 0 JR.EM.ABKb. I The visitors were distinctly unlucky to lose, as they ha.d by far the best, of the game it,b )ug lout. rlhe Whit-church, forwards time after time beat their opponents, but the teaaa lacked scoring ability. In the first- half Whitchurch scored an ajppareiLtly fair try, but the Swaueea, umpire held his flag up, which was received with dissent by lllOflit of t;he home spectators. It Waa by far the best Seconds game lylayd, at St. Helen's this Beaton,, and it would not be saying too much in stating that on the day's form the better team, lost.

PILL HARRIERS V. BlAINA I MONMOUTHSRmR LEAGUE. I In raw and foggy weather Pilland Blaina teams tried conclusions on the Pill Ground this afternoon. Both teams posses good re- cords, and the homesters have not been d re- feated on their own ground for six years. The Pill fifteen wire minus Travers, who, as "an international man, was playing at Tredegar. Appended are the teams: Pill: Back, J. Haley; three-quarter backs Ll. Llewellin, M. Buckley, D. Ryan (captain), and C. Cousins; half-backs, W. Harvey and F. forwards, J. Carpenter, I. Williams, E. J. iiioa.vta, P. Jones, G. Jones, H. Davies, T. Daties, and M. Mulcahy. i Blaiua: Back, A. Hay ward; three-quarter backs, R. Williams, H. Williams (captain), H. Law, and T. D. Gnfliths; half-backs, F. Wat- kins and W. Edwards; forwards, T. Roberts, E..Probert, G. Bowkett, H). Morgan, W. Boy- kett, E. Law, J. Howell, and B. Jones. Referee, Mr. A. H. Williams, Cardiff. Blaina kicked oft from the railway end of the ground. Scrumming almost immediate ly followed, and the homesters began to press. Pill were awarded a free kick, but the shot for goal went wide. Play remained for several seconds in the visitors' quarters. The first honours of the match fell to thePillites. Har- vey securmg possession from a, scrum, dropped a neat goal. This advantage came to the homesters very early in the giame, and was calculated to put the Valley men on their mettle. After some further pla.y, and nto long following the first goal, an opportunity fell to the lot of the homesters to increase their lead, Kyan essaying a drop for goal, but it vras a.tt.ended with succees. Operations shifted somewhat now, and play was wit- nessed for some time in Pin tmT-??t?ry, Fur ther s?-nms ensued, and a tn' waa a?? but weettreti by the homesters. Cousins being the, plan-k-r who nearly worked the trick, but one of the visitors was on his track, and succeeded in checking his 'onward progress. The atmosphere had by this time got very thick, and it was now difficult to distinguish the various players. At this stage of the contest Harvey, who had dropped the goal previously, shone again, and nearly notched a try. Half-time was fast approacri- ?- and it did not look likely that there winogii. ld be any further score, but Harvey inter- cepted a pass from one of the visitors and crossed the line. Buckley was entrusted with the kick, but the ball did not go over the bar. Half-time score. G. T. M. I Pill I ?B!Paina, 0 0 0 Dropped. On the resumption there wae nothing of a very ?xcitmg ,haxacter for some little time, ^inss soon warmed up. A good ?iM of ground was gained as the result of a kick +^ iL<!?e visitors. A thick fog enveloped ,1 and good play was difficult. King dr4Doped for SO?J MSMcessfully. The boMe?ers made spiriWd eCorta to add to JShV: Bcore, and eventuaHy succeeded. I.  ??ined at a line-cat, and ran over with an excellent try. Buckley's shot at L'O&l went awrv. I Final ecore, G. T. M. I Pill Harriers .1 2 0 Bl-aina. 0 0 0 Dropped. 1

BOMILLY V. CANTON. I rue two West Enders—Jtan ton and Romilly -were saW)Ov5ed to have met at the Sophia iraraen.3 in connection with the senior league of the Cardiff and District Rugby Union. Un- fortunat?iv. the appointed referee, Mr. E. J. Hrman, faUed to turn UP. and thus disap- (jomtcci the players and wha.t proved to be a huge crowd for the gardens. The captains (W. J- I-la-t (Romilly) and Ted Lovering (Canton), dClded. after waiting a while, on a friendly. Although so called the game proved to be a very yard-fought one, resembling a. league contest. Hart started for Canton, -and Thomas r¿¡plied to tihe centre. The liom-iliy forwards J the first few scrimmages in fine style, and vVillia.raa and Thorne looked dangerous more than once. The fine tackling of Mills and eacy. however, prevented scoring. Romilly had the best of the play in the for- fta™ ra,nk, their npe poshing the Canton eigl-tt off the ball more than once. Half-time arrived with Ganton only having scored a minor., On re-starting Griffiths and Green- s.ade > passed out in splendid style to the Roins three quarters. Williams, however, sp-ou&d more than one opening by failing to hold the ball. From a line-out Lovering got away beautifully, and put Canton on the pres- snre. Hart stopped a certain score by a. ttne tackle. In the concluding stages Romilly had avlf l tne best of -Play. but they failed to score. Mr. T. Rees refereed. Final Boom. G. T. M. I RomilIy f' 5' 1 I Canton .— 0 0 1

TIRPHIL GRASSHOPPERS V. LLANHILLETH I tremendous enthusiasm was displayed by a, huge crowd of spectators witnessing this game at New Tredegar. The first half did not include any socre, but the finish was an excellent one. Vauhan, Jones, and Alat Price played finely for the homesters, and Bowen for the visitors. Final score. G. T. M. I Tirphil Grasshoppers. 110 ..}Jlnhilleth 0 1 0 ?oyie and Vaugban scored' for the home  team, and Bowen for the visitors. 1

BLAENAVON V. MOUNTAIN ASH UNITED. I At Blaenavon. Blaenavon started and pressed at once. A fine round of passing by the home backs saw Price cross with an un- converted try. Another round of passing saw Vaughau cross, Ivor riiomaa converting. Mountain Ash had a couple of minors, but fine work by Challenger saw Vaughau cros3. Half-time score. G. T. M. Blaenavon 12 0 Mountain Ash 0 0 0 Final score. G. T. M. BLaeoiavon 1 4 0 Mountain Ash 0 0 0

THOEDYTT.HTW V MAOKINTOSH frARrafP). I Played at Troedyrhiw. The Cardiff team commenced with only tlnrtecn men. Troedy- rmw started pressing early. and Williams scored, but there was no goal. Soon afbar Watkins st&tred a round of passing, and Joe Hashes scored a try, which was not converted. The homssterB continued to press, and Hanier scored. Final scow- Q. T. M. TroedyrMw. 0 3 0 j 1 tfaokintoaU 1 Q t P

Cardiff and District Schools' Union: I FINAL TRIAL MATCH I Stripes v Whites A final trial game was played at the ?ophip Gardens this morn? 9 pYL-v? Us to selecting a ??fteer. to meet the Pontypridd boys. Several alterations had to be made m the trial teams. On the Stripes' side Organ and I Bryant (St. Monica's), Palmer (South Church-streei) and Williams (Metal-street) swbstituted Llewellyn, Jeffries, Kimber, #and Clode, whilst Sees (Wood-street), and Biyant and Jones (St. Paul's), and O'Brien were brought in on the Whites' side. There was a largo I crowd present when Mr. W. A. Brown got the players lined out as follows;- Whites: Back, Chapman (Court-road); three-quarter backs, Oldham (Roath Park), Locke (St. Mary's), Cleverley (Mount Stuart-square), and Coughlin (St. David's); haif-backs, Wakley (Court-road) and Brooks (Wood-street); forwards, Rees (Wood-street), Becre (Grange), James (Roath Park), Cousins (Crwys-road), Jones (St. Paul's), Brackley (Court-road), Mulligan (oi. David's), and Poole (Eleanor-street). Stripes: Back, Organ (Wood-street); three-quarter backs, Doolan (St. David's), Hodge (Court-road), Fish (Eleajior-street), and Phillips (St. Monica's); half-backs, Pinneil (Adanisdown) and Dickson (Couri-roaa); for- wards, L. Williams (Court-road), Hales (iiieanor-street), fcryant (St. Monica's), Williams (Metal-street), Baker (St. Mary's National), Webster (Hoath Park), Palmer (South Church-street), and Bosse (Wood-street). '1 Ite ground was in fair condition, and in the opening play the Stripes' backs, Doolan, Hodge, Fish, and Phillips, were early OIl the aggressive. The players on the Whites' side were continually in trouble whilst trying to field the ball. Chapman mulled, and Fish, taking advAiuage, nearly dribbled over. PiDneill, fvho showed v&ty fair form, opened up a bout of pMsiug, and sent on to Fish, wncse subsequent transfer to llie:tW rathrr diaicutt. :rse'lp:rk tbe ball a score would have bsen certain, for he was left entirely unmarked. Thus early the Stripes' forwards were cicarly superior in the scrums, Beere Braekley, Cousins and Pooie playing with a will. As a conse- quence ot the Whites' weak piay in the pack. Lock, Old- hi.ni, Cleverley, and Coughlin were unable to prove their undoubted attacking powers. A free came oppor- tunely for the Whites, but little ground was gained, and the Stripes again brought play back to the line with a forward burst. Pinnell showed very bad grace in parting with the ball when good openings were made apparent. Chapman saved a certain try from Fish within a yard of the line. A forward rush by the Whites carried play well into the stripes, half. Wakley initiated a round of passing, and Brooks gained several yards of ground by smart play. Cleverley was given a chanc3, where his lack of speed was greatly shown up by his wing man and another try was lost. Hero i 1ghbasetios:d spoilt Oldham from getting ¿; Half-time score: G. T. M. StripM 0 0 5 hft:: g g 0 In the second half the backs from the Whites were changed to Stripes, and vice versa. Lock,, Cleverley, and Oldham were now given plenty of work, and tho way the ,ads passed and re-passed reflected great credit on their teachers. Cleverley took a free and made a good, but *n?lffcctive. shot for goal. Bright play 101- lowed, Brooks and Wakley opening up round after round of p?smg !n great style. On one occasion tho ball went across in a very pretty manner, and Cleverley sent on to Coughlirf, who sprang over in the corner with a very fine try. Wakley failed with the kick. Some very fine individual efforts were made later on, and the only position which didn't come up to expecta- tions was the full back, both being weak in fielding and kicking. Loc! Gldhani. Cleverley, and Coughlin were given every c ,;ûrt11mty this half, and but for the forwards, who bundled together in first-class style, scoring on numerous occasions would have followed. Oldham and Cleverley were weak in one respect—that of failing to part with the ball at the right moment. Frequently they were found wanting in this respect when the wine? were invaritMy close up. There was no further 8tore, although the Str?pes maintained their I superiority throughout. Final score: G. T. M. I StripM  0 1 6 J WhitM. 0 0 0 tj REMARKS. I Although hampered to some extent on acsount of ihe ground the play was much superior to that of the previous trial match. Both packs of forwards played in real good style, and the halves on either Bide did not fail to get in a. usual share of prs.ise. Brooks and Wak!y SU0 a good 'rjair of halves, and, having the advan- tage of knowing each other's play to nicety, will probably gain first favour with the selection committee. Locke and Coughlin appeared to be the best of the Tings, although the performance of Fish and Phillips is not easily to be psssed over. Brackly, Fish, Brooke, Wakly, Coughlin, Pint le, Hodge, and OidhaiA were about the most prominent. The display of both full- backs were very poor, and Llewellyn or Driacoli would have easily beaten either of the two on the day's play. PONTYPRIDD SCHOOLS V. NEWPORT I SCHOOLS. A great deal of interest was centred in this match, and a number of spectators were present. In the first match at Newport between these teams the home combination won by five tries to nil. The turf wae in good condition. Referee, Mr. Brovtn, secretary of the Welsh Kugby Schools Union. Newport kicked off, the ball being well returned. Newport had the best of matters in the opening stages of the game, bringing off a few rounds of passing, from one of which Young scored an unconverted try. After the drop-out the game was more even, the Ponty- pridd forwards being much smarter in the open than their opponents. One of the home forwards made a good run from near the centre, and was smartly tackled. Half-time score:—Newport, one try; Pontypridd, nil. SECOND HALF. I Pontypridd restarted, and. Lovering mis- ¡. fielding the ball, play was taken to the home 25. The home full-back, however, found J touch with a good kick. The home side were awarded a free kick, and play was carricd to the visitors' quarter-. Pontvpridd were now playing a better game than m the first half. However, the Newport boys were not to be denied, and Summorficld crossed with an un- converted try, and shortly before the call of time Smith scored another try. Final score. G. T. M. I Newport 0 3 0 Pontypridd 0 0 0 ST. PETER'S V. ST. MARY'S (B.C.). I This match, which was a friendly one, wall played at the Roath aFrk. Owing to a late start being made, it was decided to finish as early as possible, and, conse- quently, no change of ends was tsten. Play from the beginning was of a monotonous &na unfnterœting ch?r??? St. Peter's proved the better tMm, and not once durng the last quarter of an hoar Aid the visitors dangerou" t $?,Q soore:—St. :t: Vier; tr'ps; St. Mary's nil.

ASSOCIATION. I GLADSTONE V. SEVERN-ROAD. I Played at the Barracks Field, Deiore a moaerate t crowd. The initial stages were very even, and up to tho | Interval neither side had been successful in scoring. J re-conmiencMnent saw Gladstone becoming dangerous, and M'lV-in? saved, but D'BY soon gave the hon-esteri the lead. After this result Gladstone soon m-,de mat- ters warm for Si>vern-rcad, and Oaughfcn and Williai^s I had hard lines in not scoring. Mullins, the Severn- road half was pena?scd tor fouling Wil iams, and Glad- stone weTe awarded a penaMy, Pinch making n o mis- take with the kick. Pi?y aftw this i--sumg t warm ,nd fast character, and the visitors' right wing got away, but Neyler soon bowled him over. There was no further scoring up to the call of time. For the winners Pinch, Davey, and Willifvuig were the pick, while Mu'- lins and Dovey, the custodian, rendered valuable assist- ance. Final score:—Gtadstone, three goals; Severn- road, nil. BARRY AND PENARTH SCHOOLS LEAGUS. I Two selected teams, A and B, of the above league, I played a trial matci at the Buttril's Fields, Barry, to-day in view of the forthcoming itner-league match with Cardiff. Both teams displayed good form on a heavy ground, and registered three goals each. The scorers for the A team were: Edga-r Thome, T. Wood- gate, and C. Pritohard; for the B team: R. Bumford (two), and T. Howells. In cider to select the best team possible to meet Cardiff, another trial match will take place next Saturday at Porthkerry Park.

Matches Off. I Cambridge University v. Old Mrchant Taylors match j should have been played at Cambridge, but the we&tt?.? I was adverse, frost and fog prevailing, and notices ware ]I issued declaring the match scratched. NEATH BUTCHEKS V. NEATH CRUSADEHS. I Played on the Neath Football Ground. Final score:— 1I Noa-th Crusader*, two tries; Neath Butchers, nil.

FOOTBALL QUERIES. I Bogbyite, Cefn Coed.-Tu the Newport v. Swansea match of two season6 ago, when New- port won by two tries to one, the scorers were Cliff Pritchard and Charlie Davies for New port, and Frank Gordon for Swansea.

WELSH SCHOOLS RUGBY LEAGUE. I Mr. A. W. Swash. Cardiff!?, presided at a meeting of this league at the Park Hotel, Pontypridd, this evening. A communication was received from the Great Western Railway Company starting tba tthei-r regulations would not admit of their chairg-ing half fare for boys' football teams unless they were under twelve year-a of age. Thus the effort of the union to secure a half fare arrangement waa unsuccessfnl.—Mr. H. S. Lyne, Ne,w,,?-tt w?d. Mr. W. E. Rees. Neath, wrote ?ocepting the presidency and vice-presidency of the union respectively.—-The appli-oat on of the Moun- tain Ash Schools League for affiliation with the union was a-cooded to.-Applica-tione for financial grants. were made by the Newport, Swansea, and Mountain Ash leagues. It was explained that, in view of the Newport Olob's premises., they could do nothing further to aseiat the league. The fcwansea 10ab stated that they had given £ 50 to the league, and that they were to look for assistance from the nnion. Mr. Tiley, Mountain Ash, said that the premier team there could not assist the league, as it was already in debt, and had incurred much expense. Mr. Hole, Car- diar. asked that the Cardfir League should be given tUe same grant as would be given to Newport or Swansea.

HOCKEY ( EAST CARDIFF SECOND XI. v. WHITCHURCH I This match was played at Whitchurch to- I day, under favourable weather conditions, and resulted fei a draw, which is considered to be very satisfactory for the home team. The g>a«me from the outset was a very fast one. East Cardiff played with the wind in the first half, and, undoubtedly, had the best of the argument. They were the first to score, which they did Shortly before half-time. The second half of the game was, if anything, brisker than the first. Bassett and Duncaji played well for Whitchurch, the former, with the sapport of Page, making one or two very fine rushus. from one of which a goal resulted. The last ten minutes of the game was hotly oontested, but neither side suoceeded in aug- menting the score. FtM] øcore: Goals. East Cardiff  1 Whitcburo? .?. 1

TO-NIGHT. I PARK-HALL, SATURDAY, DEC. 5th, At 7.45 p in. NEW LANTERN LECTURE, by Mr. J. GLENELG GRANT, "TO RIGHT THE WRONG." Blue Ribbon Ohoir and Special Artiste.. Ohairman: Sir ALFRED THOMAS, M.P. Selections by Special Orchestra at 7.16. kdmiesion Free; Balcony, 3d. OIN69 Tompormatg T3&ioa, Cardiff.

I DIVISION I. I WOLVEKHAJJTLOXS1 WAMJ^EKKS V. EVEETON. 1 I'layad itt the iioiyneux urounds in a fog, belore i.CW spectators, ?vi?tiln &even minu?es of tne start M)Uer pm m a. fast shot, which gave ?tch&n no chwœ whatever. A few minutes later Wooidridge plaoed the V\ aaderc-rs two goals ahead. From what could be seen Wolverhampton had the moat of the pay, Kitchen being irequentiy called upon to defend his goal. Inter- val: Wolverhampton Wanderers, two goals; Evertou, nil. Result:—Wolverhampton V\anaererSJ two goals; Ever- tan, tm,o ;Gals. SMALL HEATH V. STOKE. At Small Heath, before a small crowd, the fog sug- gesting a probable abandonment. Small Heath, who had Robertson, in place of M.'Roberts, were full of vigour in the opening btlli, and had more of the play than their rivals, Watkins, liiyginson, and Holacraft all having chances of scoring. Tnere was some rare defence. Interval soore:—Small, Heath, nil; Stoke, nil. Result :-Small Heath, one goal; Stoke, nil- SUNDERLAND V. MANCHESTER CITY. Payed at lioker Park, in fine weather, about 10,000 j people being present. Ihe City pressed from the start, ana after eigntesn aimutes' ply Hynas opened tile! sconng !rom a scrimmage tn ne goal mouth, Doig having no chance. The visitors continued to have the mosc of the piay, giving tne t-underland defence a raro testing. Occasionally the homesters broke away, but were soon driven back. No further advantage was gained. Half-time soore:—Manchester City, one goal; j siunder-and, ml. Result :-Sunderland, one goal; Man- j chester City, one. I NOTTINGHAM FOREST V. SHEFFIELD UNITED. At Nottingham, before 5,000 spectators and. in very foggy weather. The referee consequently staited the game nearly a quarter of an hour before time. Sheffield commenced well, immediately scoring through Brown. Common also put through, but was ruled ofl-side. fhfcitielti had generally more of the game, and were continually on ihe oifensive, but the l'oret;t baci>s defended well, and were ably supported fcy Lina.cre. The ground was frœt-boud and slippery. 3 ti?W*ll score She ffi? -id United, one goal; Notts Fre5t, 1 ?i1. Eesult:—Notts Forest, one goal; Sheffield United, one. I BURY V. ASTON VILLA. I I played at Bury, before 9,000 spectators. Play was e?en at the outset, the Villa being often dangerous, hut Brown waa tw.c? iaulty. When wÛl paced Johnson got clean through, but Montgomery saved his brilliant ehot in maiiter.v fashion, Bache, however, scoring for the Villa after tluny minutes. Bury pressed until the interval Half-time scoreVilla, one goal; Bury, nil. Reeult :-Aston Villa, two goals; Bury, two. BLACKBURN ROVERS V. NEWCASTLE UNITED. At Blackburn, before 4,000 spectators. The iiovere lo!!t the toss, and after opening the attack, were re- pulsed, the custoriaii JniUl8 having to ciear from Rutherford. Returning, however, Vvhittaker and Dew- hut tried shots, and eezilland scored after eight minutes' play. The game was of an even nature, but the Rovers were more dangerous in front, and Watson scored the second goal after thirty-seven minutes' play. Interval soore: Rovers, two gorls; X ewcastlc, nil. ResultBlackburn Rovers, four goals; Newcastle, nil. I MATCHES POSTPONED. I I WEST BROMWiCH ALBtON V. DERBY COUNTY, < I I At West Bromwicn. me log was very uexise iu I Black Country this afternoon, and when referee arrived at the HtwthM'M, he de?Med ,r, out of the question, and the match was, therefore, postponed. SHEFFIELD WEDNESDAY V. NOTTS COUNTY. I -.1 I These clubs snouid nave met at ::ii1<?melil tais after- I noon, but a heavy fog compelled the prompt postpone- ment 01 the match-a fog which had increased in density through the morning. LIVERPOOL V. MIDDLESBROUGH. I This match, which should have been played at Anfield to-dav, was abandoned owing to fog, which rendered football out of the question. This was the more unfor- tunate as distinguished visitors were present, the Hon. Arthur Stanley, with a party of ladies and gentlemen from Knowsley Hail having driven over in motors to witness the match. I

DIVISION II. I Bradford City, one goal; Preston North End, one. Burton United, two goals; Gainsbrough Trinity, one. Burslem Port Vale, two goals; Stockport, nil. Glossop, one goal; Grimsl.y, one. Chesterfield, two goals; Lincoln City, nil. Bristol City, five goals; Blackpool, nil. Woolwich Arsenal, one goal; Burnley, nil (abandoned), .MATCHES POSTPONED. Manchester United v. Leicester Foese. SCOTTISH LEAGUE. Kilmarnock, two goals; Rangers,otwo. Celtic, one goal; Morion, nil. Hearts of Midlothian, three gaUe; Hibernians, one. I-ajtick Thistles, two goals; Queen's Park, nil. Third Lanark, four goals; St. Mirren, two. Dundee, seven goals; }lotberweiJ, one. MIDLAND LEAGUE. Hinckley, four goals; Sheffield Wednesday Reserves, 1. SOUTHERN LEAGUE Swindon, two goals; Readfns, one. Kettering, one goal; Brenuord, nil. Luton, three goals; Tottenham, two. Southampton, two goais; Northampton, one. New Brompton, nil; West Ham, nil. NORTHERN LEAGUE. Stockton, three goals; Dariington, ona. Newcastle "A," five guuis; Shildon Athletic, nil. Bishop Auckland, two, gosJs; W est Hartlepool, nil St. Augustine's, three goals; South Bank, nil. LANCASHIRE COMBINATION. Chorley St. George's, four goals; Bacup, one. Southport, nil; Barrow, nil. Eirlstown, six goals; Bolton St. Luke's, two. MATCHES POSTPONED. Brynn Central v. Newton-le-Willows. St. Helens v. Hyde. St. George's Skelmersdale v. Ashtown Town.

No rt her nUn ion Matches Batley, two points; Bradford, nil. I Broughton Rangers, three points; Halifax, 3 points. Sa. fori, 1 guai, 1 try; Runcorn, 0. Warrington, 11 points; Wigan, 6 point*. York, 1 goal, 2 triefc; Holbeck, 0. Widnes, 1 try; Hull Kingston iiovere, 0. Dewsbiry, 1 goal, 5 tries; South Shielda, 0. M'rom, 24 points; Laiv-ster, 7 po:nts. Barrow, twelve points; Morecambo, nine points. St. r'u jen'8, 10 poimsr. Pcatfatt, S points. Br.t-house P'qerl'. 7 ¡;JVints; Birkenhead, 2 points. O'idtam, six points; Hunslet. nil. Bramley, six points; Rochdale, nil. Biretall, 17 points; Alverthorpo, three points. Thruai Hall, three points; Cleckheaton, nil. Huddersfie'd. three points; Keighley, nil. Leeds, three points; Leigh, two points. MATCHES POSTPONED. Wakefleid Trinity v. Castleford. Hull v. Swinton. Outwood v. Otley.

Rugby Union Matchesi COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP. i DEVONSHIRE V. SOMERSET. Played at Exeter in n 'e weather, and on cm 'dy ground, before 9,000 spectators. Gam- !in was ant, Pippin going back and '1 homas (of"Penarth) three quarter for Somer- set. Eight minutee from the start Steven" 8cord an unconverted try after a great rurh. Ten mLuldil later Somerset had Pence in- ured, and he went off. Very fast p'ay ensued, each eide narrowly missing scoring. Just on the interval Vivyan landed a splendid penalty goal. Half-time ecore: -Somerset 1 try; Devon, 1 penalty goal. In the second half Be.-i-ce re-appeared, and, securing the ball from the scrums, Devon now got in stride, and after Nicholas failed to get over, Peters scared, Vivyan majorising. Devon had much the better of this ha f, playing a masterful game, though hardly up to the championship form. The Somerset mn defended gamely, but Williams at length fot over, and Vivyan majorising. made the g. score read:—Devon 2 goals (1 penalty); Somerset, 1 try, CHESHIRE V. DURHAM. At Birkenhead, before 3,000 spectators. The weather was foggy, and the players were only visible occa- sionally. Soon after the start Cheshire forced the pace, and Ashcroft dashed over with a try, Alexander missing the goal. Still Cheshire continued on the attack, Dur- ham making spasmodic bursts without tangible result. IMerTtd score:—Cheshire, three poin?l; ]?j?ham, nH. Result:—Durhtm, ei?ht p&ints; 81te,;mPœn: LANCASHIRE V. CUMBERLAND. Played at Fallowfield, Manchester, blore 500 Ipcc- ta;Ih =W: a1pe:J:.°ri¿ had much the best of matters at the outset, Sims breaking away finely. Milne headed a grand dribble by Lane, and smart passing was shown by the home back division, but Singlehurst failed to turn BOrne chances to acoount. Half-time scoreLancashire, nil; Cumberland, nil. Result:—Lancashire, 1 goal, 2 tries; Cumberland, 1 try. GLASGOW V. EDINBURGH. This international trial match was pla?ed at hr- tick, Glasgow. Edinburgh scored Muly by Mac- donald from a good run, but the 'Varsity man. fat ed to place a goal. Glasgow had the most of the forward play. Edinburgh scored by Crabbie, after a brilliant run between the brothers Orabble but the place kick failed and at half-time Edinburgh led by six points to nil. Result:—Kdinburgh, 25 points; Glasgow, nil. Durham City, 22 points; Durham University, nil G.ouc^star, a goiis, 7 triea; Old Edwardians, 0. j Greenock Wand«r?rs, 12 po^nis; Dub in Wanderers, O. Harrorate, nine points; Headinglev, five points. Exeter, 13 points; Bridgwater, three points. Carlisle, threa points; Rockeliffe, three points. Guy's Hospital, one goal two tries; Northampton, one goal one try. Caetleford, 16 points; Mytholmroyd, six points. MATCHES POSTPONED. J Blackheath v. Old Leysians. I London Scottish v. Harlequins. London Irish v. Lennox. Oterleon A v. Emlyn Alblons. Richmond v. Moseley (owing to fog).

OHEPSTOW ST. MARY'S V. BLACKWOOD. At Chepstow. Blackwood kieked off, and Bailey returned. The homesters worked to the visitors' 25, where Price made a mark. Bai '-ey took the kick and goaled. Chepstow pressed, but half-time was reached without further scoring. The second half was evenly contested, play, if anything, favouring Chepstow. Final acore:C-hep-stow St.. Wary's, one goal from a mark; Blackwood, nil.

BILLIARDS J Last night Bateman, in his match with Stevenson at Manchester, scored his last hundred,which consisted entirely of nursery cannons at sncu a rate that it took the nuurker aJl his time to mark the score, and when Bateman passed for a moment the i marker discovered that Bateman bad gone twenty past his points. When this was announced, Stevenson, to the amusement of 1 the speotato rs. jocularly exclaimed, "Take them off." Then at 3.10 to-day Bateman oon- tinued his unfinished break of 169, bnt when j the full break realised- 331 he mieeod the ex- press speed pot. Stevenson at his first visit to the table made 81. Score .Stevenson, 5,600; Bateman (receiving 2,500), 7,974. For some time after t, although both St-evenson and Bateman marie some very good strokes, neither could get properly going, the breaks only amounting to 30 or 40. One particularly fine stroke ma.de by Steven- son was a very thin in off from the white into the centre pocket. Although some dis- tance from the white, the contact was so fine that the, white ball was scarcely moved, and remained in a good position for a drop cannon from baauik. Score:—Stevenson, 5.724; Bateman, S115. Stevenson waa first away with a break of 52. composed solely of top of the table 1'1" y. and ry shortly followed this with a fi >reaJ £ of 115, which contained a sequence of 24 close cannons. The stroke that he brok down at waa n. difficult slonv screw and keep the red out of baulk. The shot vrias only just. missed. the cus ball remaining on the very brink of the pocket. A couple of iDnings later Steven- son made a 71 break, which included a pretty masse atorke in a short run of nursery can- nona. The score at 4.20 was: fJtijve-pson, 5,964 Barman, 9,231, j

SOCCER RESULTS. Cardiff Banks, thret goa-la; Cardiff Villa, one goal. Wyndham Stars, two goals; Clifford Villa Seconds, nil. Spillers Juniors, foar goals; Exchange United, one goal. Victoria Park Crescents, one goal; Canierons Seconds, nil. Canton Parish Church Seconds, one goal; Grange United, nil. Canton, one goal; Canton Parish Church, nU. V-ctorin United, two goals; St. Vincent's, nil Barry Dock Albions six goals; Canton Wesyelans, one goal. Barry West End, four goale; Gladstone Villa, nil. I Wyndham Villa, five goals; Station Stars, one goal. j^iiarth Parish Church Seconds, two goals; Higher Grade Seniors, one goal. Castle Crescents, three goals; Oxford Ores- cents, two goals. Roath Seconds, five goals; Wordsworth Villa, nil. School of Commerce, four goals; St. Martins, nil. Lutons, two goals; Mackintosh Albion, nil. Roath Park Wesleyana, two goals; River- side, one goal. Wellfield Stars Seconds, nil; St. Catherine's, nil. Radyr, four goals; Roath Juniors, one goal. Splott Villa, two goals; University, one goal. Luton Seconds, four goals; Marion Stars, one goal. Whitchurch Seconds, four goals; Y.M.C.A. Juniors, two goals. Plymouth, four goals; Wellingborough, one goal. Tydu, three goals; St. Joseph's, nil. WkxxlviJle Juniors, five goals; Catherine Stars, three goals. Pontlottyn, two goals; Gelligaer, nil. Pontlottyn Lily whites, nil; Maclaren Rover, n il. Miiford, eight goals; Dock Apprentices, nil. Barry Old Village Boys, seven goal6; Ca-doxton Albions, one goal. The scorers for the winners were:—Griffiths, 4, and Hardy 3, while the scorer for the Albious was Griffiths Coedpenmsuen United, one goal; St. Cynon's, nil. Penarth Parish Church, one goal,; Briton Ferr-. nil. Mt, Jiyr Park Juniors, two goals; Rhymney Thistles, nil. Cathays Juniors, two goals, Llandaff Rooks, nil. paj-k Juniors, Merthyr, 2 goals; Rhymney Thistles, nil. Final score. uoais. Merthyr Vale 2 Merthy- Town 1

Aberdare v. Porth The above cup match was played at Aber dare, before a fair crowd, to-day. The referee was Mr. George Williams. Cardiff. Aberdare kicked off, but the ball was quickii taken into their own territoyr, and a coriit*; was awarded to the visitors. who bado utilised it. For some time play wa sof a general character, both teams equally shar- ing honours. Obtaining possession near hit- own penalty line. Tommy Daniel Jones transferred play to Bowell, who, after cleveril dodging a few opponents, centred splendidly, with the result that Perth's citadel was dan- gerou.sli~ threatened for a couple oi minutes, but Harden Price's final shot went too wide. Shortly afterwards Porth were awarded a free. which was advantageously used. The position was. however, quickly equalised, for Archie Davies scored from a penalty. The exhibition now became one of concentrated effort to obtain the lead, and both teams acquitted themselves with all their might till Porth gained sovereignty by netting from a capital sentre by Watkins, but Aberdare were by no means daunted, and Wedlock, obtain- ing from a throw out, went for goal. Jones had to fist away, but Percy Lloyd received, aud found the net amid tremendous cheering. Between now and the whistle-time matters remained even. Half-time score. GoaM. I Porth .oai.' Aberdare.Z Porth restarted, and it quickly became evi- dent that both sides cast intensely eager eyes on th.e cup, as their respective vigour and dash were terrific. Aft<y some brilliant piay, Cowell oentred finely, and Tommy Jones found the net from a long kick. The same players angai quickly repeated t^i superb perform- ance notwithstanding the odds against them. Porth did not relax their energy, bat the homesters now clearly showed that they were masters of the situation. Final score: Goals. I Aberdare 4 Porth 2 ] COMMENTS. I The game was played throughout rt great pace, and was, undoubtedly, during the firet, one of the most even contested matches wit- nessed this season at Aberdare. The home- sters, however, manifested their superiority, and among those of them who sihone were Wedlock, Price, Archie, Davies, and Young. Jones. For the visitors, Watkins. Picken, Grant, and D. Jones did a lot of capital work. It is gratifying to note that Porth have im- proved wonderfully of late.

TREHARAIS V. CARDIFF ORINTHIANS I SOUTH WALES.—1THIRD ROUND. I At Treharris. Cardiff commenced, and the bail was quickly taken towards the home goal. Arthur Evans, with a huge kick, returned well down the field. and for some time the Corinthians' defence was severely tested. Mullees, however, wae safe, and repeatedly got his side out of -lifficulties. The visiting forwards next made a raid on the home goal, and, in order to save, Under- bill was forced to concede a corner, but. nothing came of it. A pretty bit of com- bined play followed, and a run by Hu«b Williams promised an almost certain certain score, but it was spoiled by a foul by one of the visiting backs. From now to half- time play was of a give-and-take character. HIIU-time score. txoa's. i Cardiff t'orinthians 6 I Trehart-is. O I Re starting, Treharris improved in a won- derful manner, and displayed rare dub and skill in the attack. Ror the first fifteen minutes the Corinthians were hopelessly out- classed. On the other hand the play of the visitors was marred by extreme roughness. Notwithstanding; this, their goal was sub. jected to a continual bombardment, and the attack culminated in Herbert, with a s?Ht shot, nutting through. After bis a visit b"¡ the Corinthians to the home goal proved sort lived, and Ferbert returned well. Grif- fiths obtaining, set the home forward Hue I in motion, and shot after shot was poured in, but Mullins saved splendidly on each occasion. Final score: Goals. I Treharris. 1 Cardiff Corinthiana. 0

BARRY DISTRICT V CARDIFF ALBIONS. I These teams met m a friendly at the But- trills, Barry, when the District tried Wood ward, of Wednesbury Athletic, at centre for- ward, and Mason took the place of Browett at left half. The Albions were without the brothers Griffit.hs and Windsor. Barry started the play, which for a time settled in neutral ground. The Cardiffians took the ball down the field, and Dixon, the Barry goal- keeper, was obliged to concede a corner. The game up to this stage was very tame, and combination on both sides was at a discount. The plav having been taken to the Car- diffians' goal. Woodward, with a nice rush, notched the first score for Barry. Jnet before half-time Simmons centred to Matthews, and that slayer scored a goal for the Albions. Half-time acore. Create. j A;bi8 ..i.a,le'l B4?? 'ry Diatz?ot In We "oona baU play WM more vigorous than in the firet half, and better pi&y wae the result. The only goal scored during this I moiety was that by Woodward for the homesters. Final score. Goals. Barry District 2 Albions 1 1 REMARKS. I The game throughout was of, n. very disap- pointing character. The Albions were the better of the two teams.

HAFOD V. TREHARRIS RESERVES. I Flayed at Hafiod, in fair weather, a lnrge I number of spectators being ?re?nt. Owi to the non-arrival of the referee, the match was a friendly one, and not a cup-tie, ae originally arranged. Hafod had evidently mr.-de great preparations for the match, as it was pla-inly visible that they were the better team. The first, half of the game was a one-sided affair, and had it not been for I the 'o.ndid play of the ba,,clm the score would have been heavy. Gregory scored for Hafod after some smart into-rraasing. The second half seemed more even. Evans, for I the visitors, after a smart run, scored luckily by charging down. On the kick-out, Nat Davies received from a. corner, and headed I in nicely. Final soore: Goals. Ha-fod. 2 Treharrm .i

CANTON ROVERS V. SPLOTT. I Played on Jubilee Park. A large crowd had assembled to see this well-contested game. The gror-nd was in a sodden condition., but this did not decrease the enthusiasm of the players. One of the Splott men was hurt, but resumed Play after a brief absence. ResultC'a,nton Rovers, 1 dropped goal, 1 try; Splott. nil. For the Tinners Orrell dropped the goal and Jannefn scored the try.

ST. JAMES'S V. WHITCHURCH NOMADS. I At Whitchurch, rhe home team had the bettor of matters., and before the interval Brown put Jones over with a try. In the second half Sanse got possession ia the open and dropped a splendid gwal. Final score: -WliitchuTch. 1 dropped goal, 1 try; St. James, nil.

MR. CASEY'S FIFTEEN V. CROSSWXLLI! ( BREWERY. t puyed 8& My. The former won by Wx ?Mtte to two. ( Tb wwvn WM?—Owen (2), Tumer (1).. Ho<?, and I ,Tbm^ ød t?e a 4. llbmaa ad LuØtoae. i

THIRD ROUND SOUTH W ..L ANA) XOW .M.OU'l'HHlliE CUP. these old rivals met at Ebb. Val. to-day. it was the tuird meeting this season. In a friendly" the 'laiiaus were etsy victors by a suustaaitial eeore, bat when they met at Rogers tone a few weeks later, in the second round of the Weish Cup, Roger- stone, with a considerably unproved team, were successful by five goals to three. Wait tue advantage of ground,, it was that Ebbw ale would just caana$« W, secauv the verdict this evening. The teams were am follows liogeiatone Goal, Bowen; bov," Jones and Picken; halves, Jones, Littlehalee, and txooding; forwards, Colley, iiivane, -.4 Dowier. E&uw Vale: Goal, Eawa?-de; backs.— Goldsmith and Saanderv h&ivea. ?«m?.. lagg, and Wildgouse forwards, Langl^y* H Wught, Thompson, Haines, and vVtiitcomoe. Unfortunately, Rogerstone arrived two men short, Cashmure and Evans losing the train. It will be seen that Rogerstone started with nine men. Ebbw Vale had a great advan- tage, and immediately pressed. After hard pressure, Thompson scored for Ebbw Vale, and brilliant play by the 'Valians resulted ia Wright finding the net. Evans and Cosh- more now arrived. but it dd not stop the oit. slaught. The 'Vaiian*. incited by the shouts of the spectators, kept up the pressure. The strong sun in the faces of the 'Valians did not agist their combination. Tacg. by brilliant play, initiated a dajigerous attack, while the gigantic kicks of Saunders always renewed the attack. Haines Mid Thompson nearly scored, Bowen's defence alone saving several close shots. Langley started a fine movement which has not Men equalled for brilliancy on the ground. Tbo-. defence was simply swept aside, WhitcoalM and Wright taking tie bail to the XW mouth, and one of the 'Valians, slipping jM the critical moment, loat a glorious chance of increasing the score. Great play by an Vale saw Whitcomoo beating Bowen with Ute. third goal. I Half-time score. awn. Ebbw Vale <1 Rogemtoue. a.. Encouraged by their success in the unttat half, Ebbw Vale commenced a lovely attack. Lang.ey and Thompson being prominent. Wright experienced hard lines, beating the backs in fine style, he shot for goal, Bowen luckily saving a stinging shot—a performance he had to fresuently exhibit. Haine "88 now prominent. Cashmore's defence was (I" a feature at this stage. Rogers tone attacked* and Jones scored. Langley scored A beauty for Ebbw Vale. 1_- Final score WMHto Ebbw Vale 4 Roserstone t I REMARKSL Ebbw Vale by their win showed that Wmy are a great team. The score does not in the slightest degroe show their marked supe- riority. For three-fourth* of the game dtey were pressing severely. The heavy and greasy condition of the ball prevented A • larger score being registered.

TYDU ODDFELLOWS V. ST. JOSEPtFB (NEWPORT). NEWPORT DISTRlCi LEAGUH. Played at Rogers-tone. When the visitors nicked off a tfcick fog hune over the ground, ilie home forwards had hiard lines in not scoring in the first twenty m nutee. The vi»itt»r» failed from a penalty. Povey scored in goal a miniate before half-time. The ctcond stage proved the superiority of the home side. backs kicked through their own goal. Povey again netted. Bradley .nd Williams showed promising form. Tydu.?.?. 3 ;ridJOh'=:=

CANTON V. CANroN PARISH OliUROH. This game was played at the Jubilee Park before a small crowd. Canton pressed during lost of the game. The Church goalkeeper played a splendid game. Although the ground was muddy and slippery, both sides played well. Final score:—Canton, I goal; Ca-utm, Parish Church, nil.

ABERAMAN V. NELSON. Play,-A on the ground of the latter. Aoer- » aman kicked off, but it was soon evident that they were not to have their own way. although they were the heavier team. Nelaon continued in their opponents' territory through the first half, end experienced hard lines in not scoring. klinal score: Goals. Nelson 4 Aberaman 2

GLOUCESTER ST. MICHAJEL'S V. CHEPSTOW ST. MARY'S. At. Gloucester, before a, small attendance; A. well contested game was witnessed, the only score in the opening half being a goal for the locals, scored by Preedy. In the second half Dee and Haddon each added a. goal for St. Michael's, and Swinney registered one for the visitors, who played plisckily throughout, and with luck might have scored more. FinaJ score: --Gl<)txceb-Ler St. Michael's, three goals; Chepstow St. Mary's, one goal.

CORNWALL V. DEVON. Played at W-adebridge. Result: Devon, on* goal; Oornwall. nil.

WHITCHUIbGR V. CARDIFF COLLEGE. At Whitchurch. The visitors had the better of the opening stages, and Jarman SQon gave ttem the lead. After this reverse Whitchurch played well, Rees equalising. The CoHegoe, were domhining the better, the sotuad goal- I keeping of Templeton alone keeping them out. Eventually Jarman gave his side a well- deserved victory after a splendid individual I ffort. The Cotlee 2 Whitchurch li 1

SINGLETONS V. BARGOED. Owing to the 1<t.e arrival of the visitors the full time could not be played and the match was counted as a friendly one. liark scored the only goal. Final sco-re:-Singletons, 1 goal; Ba-rgced. nil.

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