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Penrhiwceiber. On Thursday evening, Rev Thomas Jones. Pontypridd, delivered his popular lecture at Bethel Wesleyan Chapel. Subject: "Y Saer Maen, y Milwr, n'r Pregethwr." Chairman, Councillor W. Phillips. The chapel was well tilled, and all present fully enjoyed the treat. On Sunday,' the Primitive Methodists held their Sunday School anniversary,, which con- sisted of singing and recitations, etc. The various meetings were presided over by Coun- cillor W. Lewis and Mr John Williams, Man- chester House. The. friends ar-e deserving of encouragement, as they are very energetic, and doing their best in their own way.

Trefiarris. Mr Rees Jones, senior, presided over a meet- ing of the Technical Committee at the Board School on Thursday se'nnight, called for the purpose of selecting superintendents for the different examinations. As a result of the energy of the secretary, Mr J. P. Gibbon, the various classes have been well attended this year. On Wednesday week. Mr R. J. Rhys, coroner, held an inquest at the Police Station on the body of Henry Willavize, who was killed the previous Monday at Deep Navigation Pit. Three witnesses were examined, and from the trend of the evidence the death appeared to have been caused by the fall ot a large lump of coal as a result of a pure accident. The jury returned a verdict of "Accidental Death." The remains of the unfortunate man were in- terred at Birchgrove Cemetery on Saturday last. On Saturday evening, the Nelson Primitive Methodist Choir gave a rendering of the can- tata, "The Fairy Grotto," at the Public Hall, before a sparse attendance. The chief char- acters were: "Fairy Queen, Miss Mary Hop- kins; Queen's Sprite. Master Charlie Davies: Widow, Mrs Gray; Carl and Anna, children of Widow, Master Archie Davies and Miss Lily Morgan; Peter Grim (rai«er\, Mr Isaac Os- bOTn('. ir¡c1"ljT1r,' 11. ('horu!" of fairi-es and village children. The accompanists were Mrs W. W. Goldstraw and Miss Jennie Osborne; conduc- tor, Mr G. Osborne. The performance from the beginning to the end was everything that could ha de-zired. On ?J.onday evening, a sociai thtl sale of China-,e end Japanese goods were held et the Forward Movtment, under the auspices cf the church. Tlie goods stall was superintended by M:ss C. Morgan, and lcoked exceedingly pretty with its fine variety of articles. The tea tables were presided over by Mesclarees King and Leigh, and the Misses Hook and IVillianis, assisted by the Misses Bishop. Watts Trotman, aaid Davies. The cuttcis up were Mesdames White, Hill, and Trotman. The tables were covered with a rich abundance of delicacies, most generously given by gcod friends, and gave the utmost satisfaction to all who sat down to partake thereof.Tlie Chinese and Japanese gcods were supplied by Messrs Archer, Woodman, etc., London. Oil Monday evening, a well-attended eis- teddfod was held at Bcrclilwyd Welsh Baptist Church, Quakers' Yard. Mr John Hughes, A.'C., Cilfynydd., adjudicated the music, and Mr M. A. Thomas, Bristol House, Treharris, in literature. The last-named also acted as president, in the unavoidable absence of Mr J P. Gibbon. The proceedings were opened by LIew Berth singing "Farwell i ti, Gymru." The adjudications were as follows: Alto solo, seven competitors, divided between Mr Abel Stephens and Willie Smith; recitation, threes competitors, Abel Stephens; contralto solo, one competitor, Miss Lily Newman; solo, soprano, seven competitors, Miss Eleanor I Evans, Trelewis; prize bags (3), divided b- tween Rose and Lily; juvenile choir, two choirs competed, divided between Trelewis and Tre- harris, and led by Miss Hannah Thomas and Blodwen Lewis respectively."Song of Praise," six competitors, Mr John Powell (Eos Cyn- wyd); tenor solo, eight competitors, Mr R. Powell; recitation, two competitors, divided between Mr T. Stephens and Miss Minnie Moms, Senghenydd; song, hymn-tune, "Dor- cas," over 50 years of age, Mr T. Williams. senior: duet, four parties, divided between Llew Bach and friend and Mr W. Williams and friend; treatise on "Samson, three com- petitors, divided between "Penygraig' and "Bryclian; solo boss, seven competitors, Mr J. Edwards (Llew Bach); love letter, three competitors, Mr Thomas Thomas, signalman; chief choral, Treharris Choir, led by Mr Rees Jones, junior.

Aber. An excellent rehearsal of the anthems and hymn-tunes relative to the Independent G manfa to be held at Caerphilly next month was carried out at Adulam on Sunday. Mr William Evans, Senghenydd, conducted, whilst Mr Dan Davies, Groeswen, accompanied. Tbeie was a capital attendanc2 despite the rainv weather, and the singing was thorough'; en. joyed by the many hearers.

Ystrad Rhondda. A GrjtKiT SLTceE.We all rernerjil%erprofesror Desmane a few years avocominp-mon^st. ns i ne feet, Strangr, and it is worlh noting to-day that he has fivp places of business wh(-re tie may he consulted free of charge, en any complaint or disease i% Something like 10000 persons JWYC hE.d his treatment and many who were consdderfd Incurah'e are living testimonials of his great skill. HIs residence is 23. Station Terrace, Pontypridd, eppnsi e Taff Station. • where he may t-e consulted personally or by let er. Btisineps hours all day Wednesdays and Saturdays, and until noon other davs. Ystrad Temperance Commercial Hotel, Tuesdays, 2 until 7.30, mpesite Kaihvay gates. Rooms also at Ferndale. Cardiff, rnd Merthyr. His motto is: "Actions swak louder than words." [4021

CONCERT AT PONTYPRIDD- A highly successful concert was that held on Monday evening at the New Town Hall, Pontypridd, which was promoted by the Messrs Jones, Crossbrook Music Stores, Pontypridd, A very interesting programme had been ar- ranged, the various items being contributed by high-class and well-known artistes, whose ren- ditions were rapturously received by the large and representative audience. The proceedings opened with a well rendered piccolo solo by Mr D. J. Roberts, winner of 16 prizes at the principal ieisteddfodau; Miss Eleanor Jones, R.C.M., Merthyr's rising soprano, in "Mia Piccarella" (Gounod) took her hearers by storm, and loud and continued were the de- mands for an encore, but her best effort was "Llam y Cariadau." The pianoforte solos by Mr Merlin Morgan, winner of the five years' scholarship R.C.M., London, and Challen gold medallist, were brilliantly executed, his clever manipulation of his instrument bringing forth the enconiums of all. The reception accorded Mr David Jones, C.R.A.M., Cilfynydd, was an extremely flattering one, his singing of "The Windmill" was heartily encored, with the re- sult that he had to respond with a laughing song. Later in the evening he rendered"Queen of the Earth" and "Honour and Arms" in a fine style. "Probably the titbit of the evening was the marvellous violin solos of Mr William Henley, London, who on each occasion was compelled to respond to loud demands for an encore. His wonderful mastery over the vio- lin thrilled all who heard him, and the repu- tation he leaves behind him in Pontypridd is a high one indeed. The tenor was Mr W. R. Maxwell, R.A.M., Papera Rosa gold medallist, who gave an exceptionally skilful rendering of "Lend me your aid," "Come to me," and "Holy City." Miss Lily Richards, Pontypridd, was the; accompanist, and her finished manner of getting through her work left nothing to be ktesired. She also played, -with Mr Merlin Morgan, Mendelssohn's "Concerto Op. 29. "The musical catering and enSerprize of the Messrs Jones, CrossSrook, deserve every praise, for there can be no doubt that a better concert has not been held in Pontypridd.

Clamorganshire Agricultural Show. A general meeting was held at the Porth Hotel on Thursday, with Dr Parry, J.P., Ferndale, in the chair, with the object of tak- ing preliminary steps in connection with the holding of this year's Glamorganshire General Agricultural Show at Porth. The secretary pro tern. Mr Edward Williams, solicitor, re- ported to them that their secretary, Mr Tom John, solicitor, Cowbridge, had expressed his desire to resign his position as secretary in consequence of his ill-health, and he having removed from the district. In view of This decision. Dr Ivor Lewis proposed that Mr Ed- ward Williams be elected to the post. This I was unanimously agreed to. It was decided that the whole of the members present, to- gether with all colliery agents and managers 1 in the Rhondda and Ferndale Valleys, form a local committee, and that the local secretary be empowered to add thereto all persons whom he may think fit. Mr W. D. Hodges, of the Metropolitan Bank, Pontypridd, was elected to the post of treasurer. Dr Ivor Lewis moved that Mr Fred L. Da- vies. Caldra. near Newnort. he the president for the ensuing year. This wo? carried ummi- I mously. The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the chairman for the able manner in vaieli he presided.

The World of Pastime. c By "The Sporting Scribe." &) The Pontypndd Cricket Ciuu intend holding a smoker at the Park Hotel on Tuesday, Mky S'h, to which all lovers of sport are invited. —o— The ground of the Pontypridd Cricket Club is 110W open fcr practice. All intending mem- bers arc cordially invited to practice. On Saturday next, 29th April, a trial match will be played. The subscriptions for old members has been fixed at 5s and new members, 5s and I? entrance fee. A pitch 30 yards square has been laid. Saturdaj s teams will be: Captain's XI., II. Barker, C. Ivens. A. Jcnes, O. Morgan. G. V. Evans. W. Summers, E. Leyshon, Sid Lewis, Arthur Williams, Rev W. G. Jenkins, and A. M. Jenkins. Vice.Captain's Team. Tom Williams, Parry J. Williams, Jim Rogers, H. Potter, Dai Jones, Dick Jonas, L. Wride, Jos. James. Bert. Hughes, Allen Rev J. Jones, W. H. Rees, W. Walters, T. Morgan's, and V. Simons. -0- YNYSYBWL v. CARDIFF UNIVERSITY The new grounds of the Ynysybwl Cricket Club were opened on Saturday with a match between the home club and Cardiff University College. The university college team won the I toss, and went in first, running up a score of I 42. The homesters in their innings succeeded in scoring 29 for eight wickets, when the match was drawn. The scores were as follows: I CARDIFF. Watkins 7 AcklanJ g Abrahams 4 M. Jones 1 Gibbon 1 G illigan 2 Lundie Q Sutton 0 Phillips (not out) 7 Russell 0 W. k 5 Extras 7 Total 49 YNYSYBWL. Hopkins Q Wilkuis Priday à J. Lane 1 Wigley 1 Watkins e M. Owen 0 D. Jarman (not out) 4. T. Lewis (not out) 0 Extras 10 Total 29

Cycling Notes. —— "By Pedalphast." I April 28 8.15. April 29 8.17 April 30 .i8 May 1 8.20. » May 2 8.21 May 3 8.23 May 4 8.25. -0- CLUB RUNS. SATURDAY. CLUB. DESTINATION. STARTING MEET AT. TIME, Mardy Walnut Tree 3- 0 Mardy Pontypridd Cowbridge. White Hart Treforost. Cowbridge 3. 0 Bush Ladies Llanbarran 2.15 Lane's Treorky & Cardiff Institute District TUESDAY, MAY 2nd. Treforest. Whitchurch 8- 0 Bush „ Ladies .Impromptu 7- 0 Lane' THURSDAY, MAY 4th. Pontypridd Bridgend White Hart Treforest. St Fagans .3-0 Bush „ Ladies, St Fagans 2-15 Lane's Treorky & Newport — Institute District --0-- The Treorky and District Cycling Club is one well worthy of the highest success, for it is most enterprising and up-to-date. It olosed its last season very successfully with a high I class soiree at the Drill Sail, Pentre, and re- opened this with) a dinner at the Pengelli Hotel. Its membership to date is 45, includ- ing 15 ladies. At the weekly meetings, not only is the "business agenda" gone through, but the chief cycling topics of the day are discussed, viz., "free wheel," long cranks, high gears," etc. It must be remembered that there are two practi- cal mechanics among the members. This is a great advantage on a run when the "onfor- seen" happens. -0-- A very novelty is the "announcement card," showing destination, date, and starting-time of runs. It is the work of Captain Ryan. whose enthusiasm for the club is extraordi- nary. I cannot but regret that the club can. not see its way clear to publish a fixture card for the whole season. -0- Last Thursday the club held a very success- ful run to Laleston, via, Cwmavon, Aberavon, etc., and returning home through Bridgend, Llantrisant, and Pontypridd. A hearty meal was partaken of at Lkinharran. The Saturday section held a run to Aberdare. -0- The secretary of the club is Mr E. J. Price, The Schools, Treorky, who would be glad to receive the names of intending members. .0- Treorky can also boast of another successful club, viz., "The Rhondda League Wheelers." The head-quarters are the Lion Hotel, and the secretary Mr W. J. Holley, Howard street. The president is Mr T. Falcon, manager. Aber- gorky Colliery, and it has a long and influential list of vice-presidents. --0- Last Saturday a run was made to Ponty- pridd, when a goodly number of members heartily enjoyed itself. The League is well supported in Treorky, and deservedly so. Al- though it is only four months old, it numbers r.early 9CF members, and there's more to fol- low. 0 -0- What lias become of the Rhomdda: Cycling Club, which was formed with so much enthu- siasm only a few months ago? Not dead yet, I hope. I hear from sources which ara usually most reliable and authentic, that a series of races ci one, two. aiid five miles are being arrangc-d between a v,-e"-tno-.vn Rhondda crack s.4. tt :j.'i.1" :-{2.. liCiiL --1-i-la i' flOil. "è ;ccs V. :1 I; 'liC c; ;il í:1'Ji.Ly. t,k, i i-la. in the very near future. it. would b: an advantage if cvcie repairing engage.; men to go iound 10 the houses of clients and clean thsir bicycles. A couple of years ago a scheme, was started in London a sysveai cf evele cleaning. But it has now fallen through. It. is surelv worth trying again. At Brighton bicycle cleaning has developed iwlo a regular indutsry. Ar, Margate, Ramsgate, and Southend men call at the hotels asking to clcan bicycles. Good firms, with trustworthy workmen, should reap quite n =r.i?Jl harvest if they let it be known they would clean bicycles at one's own house. Will not our local depots take up the idei ? --0- Many tenchers unoer the Rhcndda School Board have become converts to the "nob,f. army of wheelers." Why not form a rlub2 Having been asked to give some publicity to this suggestion, I am most pleased to oblige and I leave the matter in the hands of those whom it concerns. The ride to Aberdare of the Treforest Club on Saturday proved a very enjoyable affair to these wlio undertook the trip, particularly the ride home in the moonlight. One or twp mem- bers, however, complain of being "shunted" by the gallants of the party, who in the intri- cate mazes of a miniature world's fair eluded their quieter companions and enjoyed a night cut. Sweet 'Berdar, yon have much to ensweh fcr. --0-- Up to the time of going- to press, no reply has been received from Mr J. Thorras, Porth, with regard to the challenge of Mr W. Hazzle- by, Rhondda Cycling Club. The £1 deposit will, tlie--fore, be returned to the latter. The popularity of "Dalcy" Cycyles is being more than maintained, and it is surprising what a large number are now running in this dis- trict. Despite the fact that- no special effort is made to push them, they sell like hot cakes, and Messrs Ayliffe report being inundated wiLh ordars. Minor Weeks, the well-known Car- diff road-racer, has again returned to his old love—the Daisy. --0-- Many fonts wiim they get a new machine begin to have doubts, after the first day or two, whether the new bicycle is as good as their old one. This because they find the new purchase going to pieces; the wheels wobble, the valves are leaky, and nuts persist in work- ing loose. This is discomforting, but there is no necessity to get angry about the bicycle. A bicycle. lilTe a ship, has to "find itself. Every machine has an individuality. If one takes half a dozen bicycles, all of the same make, and turned out with exactly the same appli- ances, one finds in riding them that every one has characteristics of it-s own. Then a bicyle adapts itself to a rider. A new bicycle often smashes with a small strain, whereas, after a couple of months' riding, it. will bear three times the strain without. anything happening. Therefore it is well to take things gently with- a new bicycle. A close eye should be kept on all bolts and nuts. --0- An interesting point is: how far can a manu- facturer be held responsible to the rider for injury sustained by a sudden breakage of the bicycle. It is not necessary to have auwritten guarantee that he is responsible; tie mere fact that he has sold one a bicycle is in itself an implied guarantee that it is safe to ride upon. If through bad workmenship there is a fault in the fork, which breaks and throws the rider, the manufacturer is liable for damages. But if the rider does not have the nuts tight to hold the wheel steady, but allows the wheel to be jerky and throw suddefi strains on the fork, then in the case of a smash tho manufacturer is not responsible. Many makers give guarantees, and there are many riders who make unjust claims for compensation, which makers pay rather than be forced inta court, and the general impression gets abroad that their bicycles are unsatisfactory. Manu- facturers feel that if they give wrilten guaran- tees covering a long period they cannot very well reduce the. price of bicycles muhc more. The tendency at present is towards abolishing the guarantee. The cyclist who has left his inflater at home- wil! be glad to learn that the Cycle Compo- nents Company has opened free inflation sta- tions at Wiltshire, Treorky; Timothy's and Jones,s, Pentre. I am most anxious to make this column of real service to the general body of cyclists, but, I fear I cannot do so unless our readers assist. If those who have been on rides would be kind enough to send along short accounts of the same, I would be pleased to print as many as space would permit, and all our readers would benefit from the experiences of the few. A. corespondent writes: "On Sunday last, in the afternoon, three intrepid members of the Royal Mart Cycling Club were to De seen wending their weary way through the pouring- rain in search of that much prized article— sunshine. Having Tailed in their travels to obtain a specimen of this valuable adjunct t& pleasant cycling, and the captain having skid- ded on turning a sharp corner when he cam& into violent contact with the pavement; much to the entertainment of a group of Sunday ScEool girls, the weary, jaded, and dejected trio returned with the appearance of having been immersed in a duck pond and wet to the skin. However, it is gratifying to relate that they suffered no ill. effects, for after a change and a rub down, the three valiant searchers after the light were as right as ninepence. The Rhondda Cycling Club intend holding a meeting at their riding school, Ton, on Fri- day next, when runs will be arranged and mat- ters of general importance will be discoursed The secretary, Mr George Newbury, has re- quested me to invite a good muster of mem- bers. This club has a splendid membership roll, and should develop into one of the finest in the valleys.Individually they are very anxious for it3 welfare, but they should put their sympathy into a practical form and turn up at the meet- ings and assist their energetic secretary in makmg the club the sucoesg it deserves. Splen- idO facilities are offered by the nromotera. Only this week I was asked, Mr Pedal-hast, n the Rhondda Club, dead? I replied, 'No not dead, but sleeping.' Now, Rhondda Cycling* Club, wake up!

Pontypridd. Harris' ,,] creamery buttfT, reduced to Is. per lb.—T Harris, 75, i'sfi' Street. [4701 Special services will be held next Sunday at the Wesley Church, when the Rev Ernest Pratt, of Fermkile, will preach morning and evening. At the evening service a solo is to be given by a member of the chcir. The Sunday School Anniversary will be held on Sunday next hi the English Congregational Chapel, the pastor, Rev W. G. Jenkins, B.A., preaching morning afll and evening at 6, and in the afternoon at 2.30 a children's service. Recitations, songs, etc., will be given by the children of the Sunday Schools of Gelliwastad ttoad and Bonvilstonc Road (branch). rrom tlio balnea-sheet of Tabernacle Church, just published, we find that the church collected last year (1893) the sum of E508 193 9d; paid, of the debt, and after pay- ing all expenses, had to the good to commence 1899 the sum of £ 17 lis ld. The present debt on the chapel is E350. I Next Sunday the rcspccted pastor. Rev J. R. Jones, will occ.it.y the pulpit morning and evening at Tabcrnacle. Subject Sunday even- ng, "The rejected stone." On Monday, Tues- day. and Wednesday of this week, the Rev J. R. Jones preached to crowded congregations Noddfa Chapel, Pontycymmer. Many, his ministry, were added to the church 4tt ttoddfa, T "You can spp wHh half an eve" that FHANK Boat AS <•• My Hatter,") sells the best 3/9 Fat. 2838 About 2 o'clock on Thursday afternoon, a horse and trap belonging to Dr. Leckie, Ponty- pridd, w ich was being driven by his man Howell 1 suddenly bolted in Taff Street, with the result that the shaft was broken and the trap catiiH in vioknt contact with the kerb, throwing out its ocvupont, who sustained severe injuries to his head. NCKSEBY HAIR-WASH promotes the growth of cne hair and keeps it tree from nits, &c. 6d Per botLin, or post free 9d.—Key, The People's Chemist, Pont-ypriad. 4225 A sad accident befell Police Superintendent Ccles, Pontypridd, on Monday, whilst driving along Mill street in his trap. By some means the hor;c stumbled, and Supt. Coles was thrown out against, the bridge. sustaining Severe injuries to his shoulder. Dr Howard Davies was soon in attendance, and at the time of going to press we learn that Supt. Coles is Progressing Tavourably. P.C. Welhby, who accompanied him, luckily escaped with slight injuries. Harris' celebrated creamery butter reduced *0 Is. per lb.-T. Harris, 75, Taff Street. [4704 At the recent examination hied by the Joint boards of the Royal Academy and Royal Col- lege of Music at the Pontypridd County School the following pmpik. taught by Miss Lily Richards, passed: School Pupils, Elementary division, Gertrude Lewis and W. Kinsman; Lower Division. Maggie Rosser, Winnifred ^orcher, and 31abel Coombes; Private Pupils, Etetacntai-y Division. Hannah Harry; Higher, elly Jones (with distinction), and Gertrude Morgan. ,'or a srood assortment of out-door walking «0e8 from 2s. lH-d a'so tennis and canvas noes, go to Davies, FEEE PBKSS Buildings, Taff ''weet, Pontypridd. 4706 From the balance-sheet supplied us by Mr I Jt!hY8 Morgan, of the Gilchrist lectures recently given at Pontypridd, we find that the sale of tickets amounted to JE31 16s 7d, and l25 Is Od 1Vaa received at the tloors, making the total k teceipts, L56 17s 7d. The expenofture included 20 paid to the Gilchrist trust, lanternist, 28 3d, printing, £ 8 12s 6d: hall and gas, 9 8s OJ; the grand total being £51 8s lid, thug leaving a credit balance of £5 8s 8d to go tQ. the funds of the Free Library. .Harris' celebrated cream°"v butter, reduced to Is. pr lb.-T. Hurris, 75, Tnff Street. [4704 meeting of the Pontypridd branch of the °Ung Women's Christian Association, to which p' arc cordially invited, will be held at the arisb-room, Pontypridd, on Thursday next. l Y ^th, at 7.30 p.m., when Mr L. Gordon ox wih preside. Addresses will be given the work of the Association by Miss Gib- ] ,llS' Neath. and Miss Merrick, of "Cardiff, 5 others. Madame Williams-Penn has kind- y consented to sin?, and also Miss Rees-Jones, ardiff. and other artistes. A tea will be to the members of the Y.W.C.A. at 6 and will be immediately followed by the in. A ^mminrv room has been engaged, UsT ^Tr Hop,dn restaurant, for the books, magazines, xvi11 be thanHnllv received. Miss Clara 0l»a3 has very kindly consented to become president of the branch, while Mrs George Thomas, of Pangbourne (late of the ''Heath"), is one of the vice-presidents. Amongst others who have extended their support arc many ladies well-known in the town and district. 'including Mrs Morgan Lindsay, of Ystrad- rr'^iach. Subscriptions iare earnestly reques- ted, and will be gratefully received by Miss Mabel Thomas, hon. secretary, Tir Mab Ellis, or Mrs Gordon Lenox, Ynysangharad. The Pontypridd C;oachbu'ddh:<r Company 'prize winners for carriages) are now doiujr and Jre prepared t" undertake the best class of work in the trade: carriage trimming a speciality. Showrooms arj nnw on*a.—Carriage Works. Morgan street, Pontypridd. 4526 On Thursday. April 20th, at the New Town Hall, Pontypridd, a public meeting to cele- brate the Centenary of the Church Missionary Society was held under the chairmanship of the Venerable Archdeacon Edmonds, M.A. Th chief speakers of the evening were the Rev C. Dunlop Smith, M.A., Westbury Park, Bristol, and the Rev William Seetal Agra (a native Indian clergyman). Both speakers were very earnest in their addresses, and were listened to with great devotion, especially the Indian clergyman. Though English to him was an "I z;1 acquired tongue, he spoke with remarkable fluency and correctness, and his speech will long be remembered. Two resolutions were proposed by the Rev Dunlop Smith: (1) That the meeting wished to express its gratitude to Almighty God for the blessings which he has vouchsafed to the Church Missionary Society during the hundred years of its existence, and for its successful efforts in so many heathen lands. This was seconded by Mr Gordon Len- nox. (2) Owing to the urgent call for renewed efforts and more generous support., this meet- ing pledges itself to do all it can to promote the work of foreign missions. Proposed by Precentor Lewis and seconded by the Rev W. Seetal. The devotional part \vas conducted by the Vicar of Pontypridd. The choirs of Llantwit Vardre, Glyntaff, Pontypridd, and Llanwonno formed a united elloir, and the singing was very inspiring. A large number of clergy were present, together with the leading people of Pontypridd and other parts of the deanery. A vote of thanks to the chair- man was proposed by Major Hill-Male, and seconded by the Vicar of Llanwonno. A col- lection was made at the close in aid of the meeting, and the "Centenary Fund.

A GltKAT SUCCESS.—We flll remf»i>.ber Pro'rfsor Desmone R. *e years nsro coming amongst ilsi perfect 6tr^7i:;e". and it is wo"t ii neting that, today .e hfl. five places of husincs where he m '.y hn e,nsiilre(i frep of cbanre, "n HtlV complaint or disease wlialev T. Something iiic, 10000 persons !;?.v<> harllds treatment •Hi.1 many who were flonpidered Incurable are living testlii-i-iii,i,is (4 bis His residence U23. Station Terrace. Pontypridd, opposite Taff Station, where 1>«j roavbe e,,isxilt-d oei'sonall.v or by letter. Bi:?iness hours all day Wednesdays and S;F urd.ivr., Mud until noon ot.1..r Yetrad Temperai ce Commereiftl Hotel, Tuesdays. 2 ureil 7.30, enoosite Railway gates. I! ran a'soafc Perndfile, Cardiff, nud Merthyr. His motto is "Actions speak loud' r than words." [Advt. 4621

Porth. Tlie Rev R. B. Jones, of Llanelly, has re- ceived a cordial and unanimous call to become the pastor of Zion Baptist Chapel, Porth. A meeting was hold at Bethlehem Chapel Vestry. Porth, on Monday evening, when an influential committee consisting of members of the various free churches of Porth decided to engage Mr Kensit on the 17tli of May to de- liver an address at the Town Hall, Porth, on "Idolatry in the Church." Whilst discussing the advisability of inviting Mr Kensit someona present argued that there was no necessity for inviting him to Porth, because there were no Ritualistic practices going on there. The sec- retary replied that "prevention was better than cure," and that it was rumoured that an en- deavour had been made to carry it on, but it was nipped in the bud. The majority present, however, were in favour of inviting him. The Farningham Band of twenty performers from Fsirmngham and Swanley, Kent, gave an excellent entertainment at the Cymmer Col- liery Workmen's Institute oil Monday after- noon and evening in aid of their "Homes for Little Boys." The programme consisted of numerous items of instrumental land vocal music, which were exceptionally well appre- ciated.The objects and the work of the Homes were described by Mr George Barker, and a deputation from the Homes. During the pro- ceedings a substantial collection was made in aid of the funds. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, the Cambrian Minstrels .performed at the Porth Town Hall. The great name gained by the Troupe whilst playing at the Clarence Theatre, Pontypridd, on Good Friday and following nights, was the means of drawing crowded houses. Mr Fred Harris has indeed turned out a model minstrel troupe. The nkmermen, including Mr Harris and Bill Fudge (on the engine) caused side-splitting laughter, and the singing by the troupe was highly appreciated. The members are the pick of two very prominent male voice parties of the Rhondda Valley, and number in all 40 ar- tistes. The band, under the conductorship of Mr E. Evans, are also a treat. The Express Train, in which Mr Harris was assisted by the Brothers Fudge, caused roars of laughter, and Mr Harris' stump speech, violin and English concertina solos, were very good, as were also the songs. The wind-up each evening was a farce entitled "Bumpus," in which Mr Harris and the Brothers Fudge again took part, and the side splitting laughter of the PortH audi- ence went to show that the minstrels were really good. The sacred concert was also a grand success, several prize winners being amongst the members, who were assisted by Miss Garnett, Pontypridd. The Troupe will visit several towns in the Rhondda shortly, and quite a treat may be anticipated by those who intend patronising them.

Tylorstown. L,q t Monday's entertainment at Hermon's Chapel was a tremendous success, and, in- deed. « memorable one in every respect. A local influential committee, with. commendable good taste, were fortunate in securing the splendid services of our renowned countryman, Mr Powell Thomas (London), an old popular favourite in the district, and who is always a pjctent "draw" in the Rhondda. His programme was of the most at-trictive and diversified character, suiting all tastes, embracing Welsh nnd English poetic recitals, national songs, in- strumental selections, and literary sketches, an irresistibly charming "bill of fare," proving Mr Powell Thomas to be the very best single- hnnded entertainer of our time. He won the unanimous praise of his crowded audience, and deserved il. It is needless to add more than that. Mr Powell Thomas is above criticism.and beyond praise. He has attained to that en- viable altitude where everybody likes to My they "have beard him." No artiste could wish for more than this. The large chapel was crammed to over-flowing at..high admission charges. Mr J. Miles, Wattstown, presided.

Uwynypia. Doubtless the grandest musical treat ever held in the English Wesloynn Chapel, Miskin Road, was held on Monday night, which was the first; of a series of performances to be held here thia week of a cantata, entitled, Eirthday and the Urribrelin," given by the Miskin Road Juvenile Choir vr der th- i iTu-.ient conductorshio '<[ Mr VV. J. Mills, Mi*kin Road. The children, who attired in pretty character co^to-ries, pi^eine.! j.r-'Ly and smart appeiitv.i>c«. The cha-rr.trv-i taken by Mr Robert Jones as liran-.itatiier," and Mills Sihh Mills as GrandfaUur's Favour- ite, who, by the way, was hut a little infant of about four years, and who sustained Iter pH t in an exceptionally clear manner, receiving high praise from the chainnan, Mi- T. Thomas, Ystrad Rhon-ld<i, who presided on Monday night. The other characters wer-x effectively t-iken by Misses Jennet Evans srid Lily Marks, Masters S. Vater, David John Jones, William Coleman, Willie levies Aitred Tiffin, Georgie Rowlands, and Miss Carrie Ann James. Tbe accompanists were — Mr Marks and Mr Aaron Trotma.n. An interesting feature of the proceedings was the sketch, entitled, "The Umbrella Drill," v.h:ch wus a most unique perfor:):ance, by a party of girls and boys, who acquitted themselves admirably. The choruses by the children were gone through I without a hitch from beginning to end, and surpassed anything beard iu the district before, reflecting the greatest credit upon the choir and tha conductor, who has made considerable headway in training the ehoir, aud we have every reason to believe that it will be a source I of much good to the rising generation of tU" church. Mr Tocii Evans, Llwvnypia, is announced to preside on Tour-diy, and Mr E. T. Hughes (cishier), likewise on Saturday night. We heartily congratulate the performers upon their exceptional success, and wish them crowded houses agaia on Thursday aud Saturday evening. The proceeds are to be devoted towards the building fnnd of the new chapel. On Thursday evening, a most interesting, bright and edifying lecture was given at Jeru- salem Welsh baptist Chapel, Llwvnypia, by Mr Archibald Hood, Sherwood, Cardiff, who had kindly consented to deliver a lecture on his "Journey through Egypt," in aid of the Trealaw and Tonvpandy Public Library. 'The chair wal, occupied by Dr. W. W. David, the Glog, Pontypridd. In the course of his lecture Mr Hood touched upon the various characteristics of the Egyptians and illustrated each trait as he went along. Interesting views of the tour were also exhibited by means of a powerful lantern. The lecturer's remarks gave the audience much satisfaction, and at the close votes of thaulcs were accorded him for his address, and for the chairman for presiding The proceedings were greatly enhanced by a couple of solos rendered most effectively by the Misses Amy Evans ¡.nd Blodwen Thomas, to the accompaniment of Mr David Lloyd, M.I.S.M. Toriypandy. There was a very large audience and a good sum realised.

Maerdy. We regret to learn of the death on Satur- day (after a very short illness) of Mr Lot Sawyer, ■hairdresser, Meerdy. Deceased was well-known and respected, having carried on business for the past five years, and had made a large circle of friends. He leaves a widow and three children, the youngest only three weeks old, to mourn his loss. On Tuesday morning, at 7 o*clock>- a trotting match for JE2 a-side was run from the Black I Bridge to the Royal Hotel between two horses, the one belonging to Mr Jones, Royal Hotel (which was ridden by Mr D. Stewart Jones), the other horse being ridaen by the owner, Mr Barkaway. Despite the uneven conditions Vnd the hilly ground traversed, Mr Jones' horse was only about 150 yards behind at the finish. The last meeting of the season of the Mardy Gymnastic Club will be held on Tuesday next, when the accounts will be submitted, for ex- amination. This gymnasium has proved very beneficial and instructive to several people at Mardy as having somewhere to go to in the long winter evenings, and we anticipate a very successful season for them when they re-open next winter. Williams' Royal Auction MarL. -opened at the Mardy Hotel Yard on Friday evening last. During the evening songs, jokes, etc., were 11 given by Theo. Daniels, the well-known Welsh comedian; Paddy Watson, England's greatest clown, and others, the accompanist being Mr Bob Johnson. On Friday evening, the tent was crowded, many being unable to get near the door, and judging by appearances that night, the tent is not half large enough to hold the people who will floek there nightly. All the artistes met with a hearty reception, es- pecially Mr Theo. Daniels, who sang some ot his old favourites, and also some new ones. During Mr Williams' visit there will be a con- cert every week at David's Hall, when there will be singing contests and other musical con- tests. Valuable prizes will be given to the lucky winners. Every Saturday evening there will be the usual sale of the Is jewellery pac- kets, the majority of which contain coupons entitling the owners to a valuable prize.

Treherbert. The mortal remains of Mr William Havard, Llandovery House, Treherbert, were interred at the cemetery, Treorky, on Monday. The deceased bore a very upright character, and was one of the pillars of the Methodist cause in the neighbourhood. He had been a most faithful member and deacon of Horeb Church for many years. The chief ministers and deacons of the Rhondda Methodists turned up at the funeral to show their sympathy with the family in their bereavement. The funeral commenced its way at two o'clock to Horeb Chapel, where a short service was held, in which the worthy ministers bore testimony to the excellent spiritual nfe of the deceased. The mourners were:—Mrs Havard (widow), Mr G. H Havard, B.A., of Bala Theological Col- lege; Misses Nash, L. A., and N. Havard, daughters of Mr I. Havard (son), Councillor Henry Havard (Llandovery). Mr Isaac Havard (Llandovery), Mr Tom Havard (Cyldach Vale), Mr and Mrs J. Thomas, Swansea; Mrs Thomas (Llandovery), cousin; Mr J. Jones, Porth; Mr J. Jones, Newcastle Emlyn.

Ton Pentre On Thursday afternoon, at the BwUra. (Ocean) Colliery, Pentre, Richard Rees, a miner, residing at Ton, was run over by a journey of trams, and killed instantaneously.

Abergwyqfi. The new Council meets for the first time on Thursday ^.fcernoon, ween r.e chairman and vice-chairmsn for th* vpir will be appointed. It is to hi* hoped ti.a;, one of the ifrst things which will occupy the attention of the Couucil is the Postal hunday delivery. It is a mon- strous shame that t'rm late petition wps not. granted, and the Court jil will be doing a public service to make representations to the proper quarter, and secure this much desired b Mrs Mnthitis, wife d District Councillor William Mathias of the Glyucorrwg Flotel, Ulyncorrwg, passed away on Sunday last. Deceased bad for some little time been in any- thing but the best of health. Needless to say the greatest sympathy is felt for the sorrowing relatives. Anniversary services were held on Sunday and Monday, at Tabor Independent Chapel. The pulpit wa.s occupied by distinguished preachers, and the meetings were a great success. The much felt want of a public hall will soon be met with by the erection of a splendi.i public hall, library and reading roofns. Plans are already drawn, and advertisement? for tenders will be sent out in the course of a few days.

Llanbrada. The Llanbradach United Association Foot, ball Club held a smoking concert on Saturday at the Wingfield Hotel, Mr Abraham Evans occupying the chair. The most interesting item on the programme was a presentation to Mr Morgan Edwards of a very handsome sil- ver ebony stick (suitably inscribed) by the team, for the use of the field during the season. The presentation was made by Mr D. T. Har- ries (captain), who, on behalf of the Club, thanked Mr Edwards for the many favours granted to them. Mr W. Wilcox (secretary) presented him also with a photograph of the team. Mr Edwards thanked them very hearti- ly, and wished the team every success in the future. The secretary read the annual report oe the club, which was very satisfactory. Dur- ing the evening, a splendidly-arranged musical programme was gone through, and the singing of the National Anthem brought a most en- joyable evening to a close.

do nob desire to pose as holding extreme views on this matter. Sunday is a day of rest, and as far as possible everyone should so arrange his life, not only to keep it so. but to enable others also to enjoy its inestimable restfulness. We fully recognise that in some departments of industrial organisation a minimum of Sunday duty cannot be avoided. But the tobacco business does not even, in our opinion, call for a minimum, aVid therefore we cordially hope that Cardiff Tobacconists will succeed in bring- ing the voluntary arrangement they now at- tempt to bring about. --<r-- Welshmen generally will be pleased to know that Mr Ellis Griffith, M.P. for Anglesea, has been winning laurels as oil advocate in Gibral- tar. He reachcd the House of Commons on Monday evening, and was heartily congratu- lated upon the result of the trial, the Attorney General crossing the floor of the House to shake hands with him. The hon. member de- Kcribes 'the scenes of enthusiasm when the Major's acquittn I became Known as altogether remarkable. 0.:e lady, the wife of a promi- nent official in Gibraltar, led the cheering in the court, although at the time sitting within arrr, s length of the learned judge, whilst the soldiers threw up their swords and the popu- lace their hats. and escorted the hon. member and his party a istance of half a mile to their hotel. The trial wli:f-li has just ended was at times investeo, with ouite a Gilbertian flavour. On two occasions, owing to the illness of the judge, Iciarned counsel with the prisoner and officials had to proceed to the judicial bedside to enable the judge to adjourn the Court be- cause the Court was sick! Mr Ellis Griffith had battles oth- r than legal ones to fight at "Gib," and his face bears outward and visible signs of sleeple" nights, spent in morfal com- bat with the militant, mosquito, which was much on evident.