The Glamorgan Gazette

OGMORE- It will be noticed that no contest will take place in the Ogmore division, Mr S. H. Stock- wood and Mr. J. I. D. Nicholl, who were ap- proasihed, having declined to contest the seat. Mr. G. Sdbbering Jones, who has held a num- ber of meeting's in the division, will therefore be returned unopposed.

NEWCASTLE. ALD. THOMAS'S CANDIDATURE. ADOPTED BY THE FEDERATION. At the meeting of the Garw District of the South Wales Miners' Federation on Monday, Mr. G. Thomas (Kenfig Hill) presiding. Alder- man John Thomas (miners' agent was unani- mously adopted as "a Federation candidate to contest the Newcastle division for the Gla- morgan County Council. Mr. W. Lewis, who proposed the motion to adopt Alderman Thomas, said it was not an- ticipated that anyone would oppose the Alderman. Newcastle division had a strong claim on his services, inasmuch as he had taken up his residence there. Alderman Thomas said h-d had been asked by a large number of voters, representing all shades of political opinion, to consent to be nominated for the Newcastle Division, and in complying with the request, he found it was hard to part with old friends. The Indepen- dent Labour Party were among those who had invited him, and they iiad told him that there was little difference between his opinions and theirs. (Laughter.) He had been informed that, as he had removed from the Garw. there was no necessity for the Garw people to retain him as their represen- tative on the County Council; that there was no necessity for the Garw to go outside for a candidate. That had prompted him to ac- cept the invitation of the Newcastle electors. It had also been said c; Alderman Thomas has had a good run of 15 years without being op- posed; he can very well afford t» fight now." He could not afford to fiaht, and he would remind them that he had incurred a consider- able expense in connection with attending metings of the County Council during the last fifteen years. Surely he should have some consideration for that, and he explained that all the exnenses had come out of his own pocket. During the term of office now con- cluding he had attended no less than 168 meetings, which was a great sacrifice. While he had left the Garw, however, he did not see any reason why the Garw should not still return a Labour candidate—(hear, hear)—be- cause there was a great necessitv for such members on the County Council, and he hoped there would he an increase in the number as a result of the elections. (Hear, hear.) In saying Good-bve" to the Garw, he would only remark that lie lind endeav- oured to serve them to the best of his ability. (Hear, hear.) I

MAESTEG. On Tuesday evening, a ratepayers' meeting was held at the Plasnewydd School to con- sider the advisability of selecting a candidate for the County Council election. Councillor John Howells was voted to the chair. Mr. Joseph Lewis, assistant overseer, an- nounced that he had called the meeting at the request of a number of iatepayers in the parish of Cwmdu. The Chairman said the object of the meet- ing was to nominate a candidate for the County Council election. He approved of the way in which the selection was to be made and no candidate had a right to come for- ward without the support of a reasonable number of ratepayers. It was very import- ant to select the best man they could think of to represent them, especially as the County Council were the ruling power in education. Councillor John Thomas said it had been decided at a ratepayers' meeting in Nanty- ffyllon that Mr. Evan E. Davies, solicitor to the Miners' Federation, be selected, and he could think of no person better eqr jped for the position. At present, Aldern m T. J. Hughes. of Bridgend, ruled the re ,t at the County Council, and the people oi Maesteg wanted a good opponent for Mr. Hughes. In the past Masteg had not had even a represen- tative to ask for anything for Maesteg, and there was no one in the town who would champion them better than ->xr. E. E. Davies. He was an excellent speaker, and before him evidently there was a bright future in public affairs. (Cheers.) Mr. T. S. Morris seconded the motion. Mr. Davies was worthy of their confidence; he had an opinion of his own, and was able to express himself to advantage. The motion was put and carried unani- mously. After the passing of the resolution, the Rev Iorwerth Jones entered the room, and was invited to speak. He said he had nothing to say against Mr. Davies, and if elected he hoped he would prove a good worker. The Labour party deserved to be represented, but the Liberal party had done more for Labour than any other party. Personally, he felt that Mr. J. P. Gibbon would be the best and most proper person to represent them on the County Council. He was a gentleman of ability, and very enthusiastic in educational matters. v A vote of thanks to the Chairman termin- ated the meeting. RATEPAYERS' MEETING AT CAERAU. On Tuesday evening a ratepayers' meeting was held at Seion Congregational Chapel, Caerau, to consider the selecting of a candi- date. Councillor John Edmunds was voted to the chair. Speeches were delivered by the Rev. S. Beckingham. Rev. T. M. Reed. Mr. G. H. Howells. and Councillor T. Griffiths. It was proposed by the latter that Mr. E. E. Davies be selected. Mr. J. R. Thomas (timber mer- chant) seconded. As an amendment. Mr. William Edwards, Hermonroad, moved that Mr. John Howells, Garth, be selected. This was seconded by Mr. T. Lloyd Evans, Caerau, but on being put to the meeting was lost, and the motion was subsequently carried.

Hearts of Oak Society. The biennial election of delegates of the Hearts of Oak Benefit Society will shortly take place, and more than ordinary interest is being evinced this year owing to the reforms proposed by some of the candi- dates. In the South Glamorgan division, which includes the Bridgend and Portheawl districts, as well as the Vale of Glamorgan as far as Barry, there are two candidates for one seat, namely, Mr. 8.omas James, of Porthcawl, and Mr. H. Fisher, of Barry.

Esplanade Hotel, Porthcawl. DISTRICT COUNCILS CLAIM FOR LOCAL RATES. In the Chancery Division on Saturday, Mr. Justice Joyce had before him a motion by Mr. Edward Preece, the receiver appointed in the action of the Esplanade Hotel, etc., Company (Silver v. the Company) by an order of the 21st of December, 1905, for an order that the order therein, dated the 20th of December, 1906, directing Mr. Edward Preece to pay the sums of JE20 15s. 5d., and t4 1.5s. 9d. re- spectively in respect of the urban and poor- rates therein mentioned, and- the sum of. 13s. in respect of Police-court expenses, might be discharged, and that the plaintiffs and the Porthcawl Urban District Council and the overseers of the poor of the parish of Newton Nottage might be ordered to pay the costs of this motion, or such order might be made as to the court should seem just. After a very long discussion, his Lordship said that he could not for the life of him see what authority the solicitors had to sign such an endorsement, and he had come to the con- clusion that this order ought never to have been made. What he intended to do was to discharge the order, and so far as costs were concerned he would not give the Urban Dis- trict Council their costs, and he would not give the plaintiff his costs. He would send the matter to chambers (in the presence of the receiver, of course) to ascertain whether the receiver had at the date of the order re- ceived any assets which would be applicable to the payment of these rates. Then he would be able to decide the question of costs. Order accordingly.

BETTWS Fire.—About nine o'clock on Monday night a fire was discovered in a barn adjoining Tyn- ywaun Farmhouse, Bettws. Mrs. Treharne had retired for the night, when the room in which she was became full of smoke. The barn was found to be on fire, and it was soon in full blaze. Mr. Morgans, of Celfydd Evan Farm, and Mr. Thomas, of Tylagoch, were soon on the scene, and rendered valu- able assistance in extinguishing the fire. This work was speedily accomplished, but not be- fore considerable damage had been done, the roof being totally destroyed. The cause of the outbreak remains a. mystery.

BKilMifclND OKObP Ui- atttOOLS. A meeting of the managers of the Bridgend Group of Schools was held on Monday., when there were present Revs. J. Harold "V Jliam6 (chairman), W. A. Edwards, T .angan; Stephen Jones, Treos; Owen Davi >, Llant- wit Major; Mrs. Williams, ulantwit Major; Alderman W. Howell and County Councillor Wm. Evans, P'encoed; and Mr. Griffith Edwards. GWYL DEWI SANT. Rev. Stephen Jones moved that a day's holiday be granted to the children in the schools of the Group on St. David's Day (to- day), and that the teachers be asked to give a lesson on Thursday bearing on St. David. The Chairman And on Welsh patriotism. Rev. W. A. Edwards And impressing upon them why they are having the holiday. Rev. O. Davies seconded the motion. In reply to the Rev. W. A. Edwards, the clerk said that a holiday was not generally given last year, but it was in some of the groups. Inspector Bryn Davies said most of the groups gave a half-holiday. The motion was carried. STAFFING OF SCHOOLS. Mr. George Johnson, secretary of the Bridgend branch of the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants, wrote enclosing a reso- lution passed by his branch, complaining of the under-staffing of the elementary schools, and stating that whereas the county schools had one teacher to 22 scholars, the elementary schools had classes of from 75 to 80. The resolution also stated that though the county schools were ostensibly open to children of the working classes who were able to win scholarships, the children ot the average workingman were not able to take advantage of this, owing to the expense of maintenance. They therefore appealed for maintenance scholarships. Rev. W. A. Edwards said the second part of the resolutions hardly applied to them as group managers. The Chairman was in sympathy with the sentiments botia from an educational and democratic point of view. Mr. Bryn Davies said he thought the com- munication was due to a manifesto issued by the teachers in regard to the County Council elections. It was quite possible that in some schools at certain times of the year, there were classes containing a larger number of scholars than was provided for in the scale of staffing, but this was due to the inability to get teachers. = Rev W. A. Edwards proposed that the com- munication be sent to the director of educa- tion with a request that he should bring it before the Education Committee. It was a matter of interest no doubt, and those with whom the responsibility rested were the best persons to answer it. The Chairman said he thought the railway servants had hit upon something that was quite essential, and very much to the point, especially in view of the small number, com- paratively, of the children of the working classes entering the county schools. Because of this, it was all the more necessary that the teaching in the elementary schools should be as efficient as possible. The resolution con- tained the sentiment which he and others had expressed there a number of times. There was a cry that the masters and teachers were costing the county too much, but he firmly be- lieved that, whatever the cost, they would have to face the problem and see that the children were properly taught. Rev. Stephen Jones: I don't think it is so much a question of cost as of providing pro- per machinery. Alderman Howell: There must be some mismanagement somewhere. The School Board had no difficulty in this question. The resolution was carried. HEOLYCUE CHILDREN. Mr. Griffith Edwards said a deputation visited Heolycue in regard to the proposal that a school be erected in the village. The day was very wet, and they saw the children going to school in the rain. At present the school was in a most unsuitable place, and the deputation were unanimously of the opinion that a school should be built in the village. Mr. Bryn Davies said he had been about to pay a visit to the school, but the weather had been very bad, and he had had other import- ant engagements. Mr. Griffith Edwards: I hope Mr. Davies will bear in mind that though the bad weather prevented him from going, the child- ren had to go to school in it all the same. Mr. Bryn Davies said the question seemed to be in which direction developments were likely to take place in that district, and whether they would be likely to be continual. Mr. Griffith Edwards remarked that the de- velopments would never bring Heolycue to- wards the place where the children now at- tended school. Mr. Bryn Davies: The tendency of the age is to provide large central schools, and not to build small schools. Mr. Griffith Edwards pointed out that a new school was to be built at Blackmill, where the children had only 1t miles to go, whereas the Heolycue children had to go two miles. It was understood that the deputation would prepare a written report to preseijt^ to the next meeting. Alderman Howell thought it was desirable that they should lose no time in proceeding as land was available now which might be taken up for other building purposes.

KENFIG HILL. Church Army.—This branch of the church has a Gospel car stationed at Kenfig Hill, and the officers connected with it conduct services nightly at the schoolroom, magic lantern lec- tures being a prominent feature. Wedding.-A pretty wedding took place at Pisgah Welsh Baptist Chapel on Thursday, last week, the contracting parties being Mr. Edgar Williams and Miss Catherine Richards, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Richards, Llwynhelig, Kenfig Hill. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. T. M. Williams (pas- tor). The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr M. R. Richards, A.C., was nicely attired in cream voile, with hat to match. She was attended by her sister, Miss S. A. Richards, and the bridegruom was accom- panied by Mr. Edmund Williams (brother) as best man. The wedding breakfast was par- taken of at the residence or the bride's par- ents, there being numerous guests. Mr. and Mrs. Williams, who were the recipients of numerous presents, afterwards left for Car- diff, where the honeymoon was spent.

GLYNOGWR. Death of Mr. Edward Jenkins.—We regret to announce the death of Mr. Edward JeTh- kins of Glynogwr, an old inhabitant of the neighbourhood. Mr. Jenkins was held in the highest esteem by a large circle of friends and acquaintances, who have shown great sym- pathy towards his widow and family. Of Mr Jenkins, it may truly be said, He walked about doing good." He had been a faithful member of the Calvinistic Methodist Church at Glynogwr, and was its oldest deacon. The funeral took place on Friday at Llandyfodwg Parish Churchyard. The Revs. C. Williams (Ogmore Vale), T. J. Williams (Kenfig Hill), and Jenkin Jones (Barry) officiated at the house, and the Rev. W. Edwards (vicar) at the church and graveside, together with Revs R. Morgan (Tonyrefail) and D. Richards (Ynisybwl). The mourners were-.—Mrs. Jenkins (widow), Messrs. W. Jenkins, J. E. Jenkins, V. Jenkins (sons), Miss Katie Jen- kins (daughter), Mr. H. Jenkins and Mrs. Jenkins (son and daughter-in-law), Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Whitcombe (son-in-law and daughter), Mr. and Mrs. E. Jenkins (son and daughter-in-law), Mrs. Evans (sister), Mrs. Thomas, Portmadoc; Mr. Hopkin Jenkins, Blackmill; Mr. W. Jenkins. Porthcawl; Miss Rosser, Porthcawl. Amongst the general public were Revs. W. Paran Griffiths and J. Davies, Alderman W. Llewellyn, J.P., Mr. W. David, Nantymoel; Mr. R. Bevan, Og- more Vale; Mr. J. Phillips, Nantymoel; Mr. Jones, Gellifud; Miss Jones; Mrs. H. D. Williams, Bla-ckmill, etc. Lecture.—On Monday evening an interest- ing lecture was delivered at the Calvinistic Methodist Church by the Rev. A. Penry Evans, Porth, who chose as his subject "Oliver Cromwell." The lecturer dealt in a cleaT manner with the different phases of the life of his subject, and the crowded audience showed their appreciation. Mr. Jenkin Wil- liams, Penllyngwent, presided. At the close a hearty vote of thanks was accorded the lec- turer, on the proposition of the chairman, supported by the Rev. W. Paran Griffiths. A substantial sum was realised in aid of the church funds.

GLAMORGAN PLOUGHING SOCIETY. TWENTY-FOURTH ANNUAL MATCH. LARGE ENTRIES KEEN COMPETITIONS The twenty-fourth annual ploughing match and hedging and ditching competition, under the auspices of the Glamorganshire Society, was held on the 21st inst. in a field at the Mardy Farm, Bonvilstone, near Cow- bridge, kindly lent by Mr. William Morgan. This match is one of the chief events of the kind in the county and receives the generous support of the residents and agriculturists in the Vale. The weather vonditions in the morning left much to be desired, and this fact interfered somewhat with the attendance and, owing to a snowstorm, the start was de- layed for over an hour. In the afternoon, however, matters improved considerably in this respect. The entries in all departments were well above the average, and the compe- titions in the ploughing classes, in particular, were exceedingly keen. The turf being in good condition, the workmanship was of a high order. Thirty competed in the plough- ing classes. Of these seven were in the champion class, including several well-known ploughmen, two of whom represented Car- marthenshire, two Monmouthshire, and three Glamorgan. William Jones, of St. Mellon's, proved the champion, with his brother Alfred as runner-up. while David James, of Blaen Baglan, who came first last year, was allotted third place. There was a good show of agri- cultural horses. The judges were:—Plough- ing, Messrs. William Lewis, Cwrt-y-Bettws, Neath; Rowland Thomas, Lisvane, and Aaron James, Catwglas, Welsh St. Donatts; horses, Messrs. J. G. Love-luck, Llangewydd Court, Bridgend William newis, Penyrheol, Lisworney. and Evan Lowrie, Radyr; hedg- ing and ditching, Messrs. Howell Williams, Brynoethin, and Robert Bassett. P'eterstone. Colonel H. R. Homfray, M.F.H., Penllyn Castle, is this year's president of the society, and Alderman Edward John, Cowbridge, vice-president. The successful way in which the arrangements were made reflected credit on the secretary, Mr. John Morgan (loan Trithyd), of Penyrheol, St. Mary Church, and his assistant Mr. Richard Morgan, of Pentre Farm, Llantrithyd. Mr. Rees Thomas, Boverton Place, Llantwit Major, was chair- man of committee, and Mr. C. W. Stewart, Cowbridge, treasurer. Mr. W. Morgan. The Mardy, acted as timekeeper, and Mr. John Morgan, St. Mary Church, was general steward. The other stewards were: Plough- ing. Messrs. Daniel Griffiths, Llantritbyd, and Rees Thomas, Boverton (champion class), Noah Morgan, Penybryn. and William Jarvis, St. Hilarv (senior). William Morgan and Thomas Thomas (Junior): banking. Alderman Edward John and Mr. Thomas Watts, Llan- mihangel. The following were the awards: PLOUGHING. Champion Class (open): 1. William Jones, St. Mellons; 2. Alfred Jones, St. Mellons; 3, David James. Blaen Baglan, Briton Ferry. Senor Class (confined to those who had not won two first- prizes in this or any higher class): 1. Tom James. Briton Ferry; 2, Jas. McCarthy. Llantrithyd; 3, Tom Davies, Rhoose; 4, John Thomas, Boverton, Llantwit Major. Junior Class (confined to those who had not won two first prizes in this or, any hierher class): 1. Edwin Morgan, Mardy; 2, Trithyd Evans. St. Mary Church: 3, Thomas Jones, Maesyward 4. George Palmer. Llanblethery. Best work with Double Furrow Plough 1, Tom White, Flemingstone; 2, Jim Price, Boverton. The first prize was given by Messrs. E. John, Smith and Co., and the second by Mr. T. Stephens. Neath. HEDGING AND DITCHING. Champion Class (Open): 1, Tom Young, Peterstone; 2, Lewis Davies, Ruthin; 3, John Harry, Coychurch. Best joining of banks: 1, L. Davies; 2, T. Young. Senior Class (open to those who had not won two first prizes in this or the champion class): 1, Tom Howard, St. Lythans; 2, Wm. Howells, Heolygareg; 3 and 4, divided be- tween Howell Davies, Tonyrefail, and David Thomas, Homry Farm. Best joining of banks: 1, Wm. Howells; 2, Tom Howard. Junior Class (confined to those under 21 who had not won two first prizes): 1, Arthur Watts, Llanmihangel Place; 2, Howell Thomas, Fishweir. Best joining of banks: 1, A. Watts; 2, Howell Thomas. HORSES. Best Team for Agricultural Purposes, the proreyt of a tenant farmer competing at the match: 1, Thomas Wylde, St. Donatts; 2, Rees Thomas, Boverton Place; 3, J. Howells, Llanmaes Stud Farm. Pair of Brood Mares, property of a tenant farmer competing at the match 1, A. Davies, Eglwysbrewis; 2, David Spencer, Fleming- stone; 3, David Thomas, Llanblethery. Best Team on the Field: 1, A. Davies, Eglwysbrewis; h.c., Thomas Wylde. Most Serviceable Turn-out in Senior Class: 1, J. Howells, The Green, St. Fagans; 2, R. Duncan, Rhoose. The first prize was given by Messrs. Masters and Co., and the second by Messrs. Rees Morgan and Co., Cowbridge. Best Turn-out in Junior Class: 1, Edwin Morgan, Mardy; 2, George Palmer, Llan- blethery. Prizes given by Messrs. Jotham and Co. and Mr. John Williams, Cowbridge. Best Turn-out in Champion and Double- Furrow Classes: 1, Tom White, Fleming- stone; 2, James Price, Boverton. The prizes given by Messrs. Howells and Co. and Mr. Hopkin Thomas, Cowbridge. LONG SERVICE. Much interest was again evinced in the long service competitions for farm servants. A prize, offered to the farm servant who had for the longest period followed a team of horses" under his present employer, was won by Frederick Huish, in the employ of Mr. Williams, Cae Gwanath Farm, whose record extended over 10 years. Harry Diamond, of Rhoose (7 years) was awarded second prize. A prize was also offered to the farm ser- vant within the limits of the Glamorgan Hunt, who had longest served his present em- ployer or had worked for the longest con- tinued period on the samt, farm (open to those who had not won a prize in this competition at a previous match): 1, William Hopkin, Rhoose, who had been employed at Mr. Dun- can's Farm for over 41 years, 9 months; 2, Thomas Rowsell, Penllyn Castle, 35 years. 1 month. A special prize to the farm servant who had worked on the same farm for the longest con- tinued period (open to the county of Glamor- gan) was captured by Hopkin Thomas, New Park. Pyle, whose record was 42 years, 3 months. The prizes were distributed at the refresh- ment marquee at the close of the match. TONDU & ABERKENFIG. The Old Firm Again.—Great Clearane Sale of Boots and Shoes now on at Compton House, Aberkenfig. Buy here, and save money. 5495 Band of Hope.-On Wednesday evening the members of Carey Band of Hope were en- tertained to tea, and to a miscellaneous con- cert. There was a large attendance. The programme consisted of songs, duets, recita- tions, dialogues, action songs, and choruses, and each item was rendered in good style. Carey.—The annual meeting of the Baptist Missionary Society was held on Tuesday at the above place of worship, the pastor, Rev. G. R. Cole, occupying the chair. A sum ex- ceeding jElO had been sent to the parent so- ciety. The deputation, Rev. H. T. Stone- lake, of Wathen., Congo, delivered an able and interesting address on the difficulties missionaries have to encounter. Funeral.—The general regret felt at Aber- kenfig and Tondu on the death after a short illness of Miss Pollie Loman, was manifested at the funeral on Tuesday. The remains were interred at St. John's Churchyard. At the deceased's late residence, in Dunraven Street, a short service was conducted, by the Rev. J. O. Davies, of Tondu. The body was met at the church by the clergyman and members of the choir, and a choral service was held, which was of a most impressive character. A large congregation was pre- sent, including members of the Bible Class and Sewing Guild, to which the deoeased be- longed. Both of the&e institutions sent beau- tiful wreaths. At the conclusion of the ser- vice Mr. T. H. Lakin played the Dead March" in Saul. The chief fnourners were Mrs. Loman .(mother), Mr. and Mrs. Loman (brother and sister-in-law), etc.

AGRICULTURE IN GLAMORGAN. VALE OF GLAMORGAN SHOW. PROPOSED CHANGE OF NAME. The annual meeting of the Vale of Glamor- gan Agricultural Society was held at the Bear Hotel, Cowbridge, on Tuesday, when there was a fairly good attendance of mem- bers. The chair was occupied by Mr. D. Spencer. The committee, in presenting the fifteenth annual report, stated that the funds of the society showed an improvement, the debit balance being reduced from C16 to L6, while there was still on deposit at the Metropolitan Bank JE175. The subscriptions of members increased from £132 in 1905 to JE144 in 1906. The annual show held in September was a great success, and, although there was a decrease in the number of exhibits, the whole were of a high order and exceptional merit. The society was now affiliated with the Cen- tral Chamber of Agriculture. The Council of the Royal Agricultural Society of England felt that, in the inte- rests of agricultural societies throughout the country, a conference of delegates and secre- taries of the principal societies should be held to discuss various questions relating to the management of shows and the general well-being of such societies. The meeting, over which the Earl of Yarborough presided, was held in London on Wednesday. The committee had appointed Sir Henry Aubrey Fletcher, Mr. David Spencer, and ill". T. J. Yorwerth as their delegates. The expenditure side of the balance-sheet was criticised at some length, Mr. Howell Williams stating at the outset that he thought certain items might be reduced, espe- cially those relating to stationery and print- ing, postages, telegrams, etc. Their secre- tary (Mr. Yorwerth) was. unquestionably, a very good officer, but the speaker called at- tention to the fact that he received a salary of £ 40, commission on subscriptions JE17, and was paid C6 10s. 6d. for assistance. Mr. J. W. Hall stated that a committee was appointed twelve or eighteen months ago. They found that Mr. Yorwerth's salary and commission were fixed in general meeting, and the committee could not, therefore, deal with them. With regard to the other items, they were satisfied that. little or no reduc- tion could be made. Mr. Howell Williams hoped nobody would think that he cast any reflection upon the secretarv. Mr. Robison and Mr. Daniel Jenkins (Ruthm) pointed out that, although the last two shows were well attended, the society was not making any money. Mr. Yorwerth, in reply, said that ten years ago the society only gave £ 114 in prizes, whereas last year they gave £ 266. It was im- possible. he said, to reduce the items of expenditure referred to bv Mr. Howell Wil- liams, but so far as his salary was con- cerned. he said nothing. J he report and accounts were adopted. Sir Henry Aubrev Fletcher, Bart., M.P., was re-elected president, and the Mavor of Cowbridee and Mr. R D. Lewis (St.' Mary HIll Court) vice-presidents. The following members were elected on the committee in place- of the eight who retired by rotation and are not eligible for re-elec- tion for twelve months: A. Robison, W. D. Alexander, HoweH Williams. Griffith Powell (Tynvoaia), T. Jones (Newton), E. Akers, Ultyd Williams, and W. Emerson: Mr George Thomas (Llwvnhelig) was re-elected for one year to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Mr. R. L. Bassett (Waterhall). Sir Henry Aubrey Fletcher was appointed to represent the society on the Central Cham- ber of Agriculture. In accordance with notice, the Chairman moved that in Rule 1 the words Vale of be struck out, so that the societv might be known as the Glamorgan Agricultural Society. He stated that when people realised it was a county show it would be easier to obtain subscriptions. Alderman Edward John seconded, and the motion was supported by Messrs. J. W. Hall and others, but opposed by Messrs. Rees Thomas, Daniel Jenkins, and Howell Wil- liams. Mr. Yorwerth stated that every class was open to the whole county, whereas entries at the East Glamorgan Show were admitted from a limited area. As the voting showed that the meeting was very evenly divided, the question was deferred for future consideration.

Rick Fire at St. Bride's. A rick fire occurred on Monday morning at Pitcott Farm, St. Bride's Major, as a result of which two ricks of straw and one of hay were totally destroyed and another rick of hay partly burned. The Bridgend Fire Bri- erade attended in charge of Captain Tom Brown and accompanied by Councillor Mor- gan Stradling. The property was insured.

MAESTEG. Receiving Orders in Bankruptcy have been made against John Thomas, 14 High-street, Maesteg, collier, and David Williams, 19 Brown-street, Maesteg, collie'r. Rifle Club Concert.-A ;nost successful smoking concert, promoted by the Victorian Rifle Club, was held on Tuesday at the Vic- toria Hotel, presided over by Mr. Ivor Mor- decai (the popular secretary of the club). The chief features of the evening were the charac- ter and comi.c songs of Mr. J. Garnfield. who added to his reputation as a first-class artist. Greatly appreciated also were the conjuring tricks of Professor Lucas; songs by Messrs. Tal. Howells, Fred Clarke, W. Jarvis, G. Lott and others. The usual votes of thanks and the singing of Hen wlad fy nhadau" brought the proceedings to a close. Grand Concert.—A grand conC481 was held on Wednesday evening at the Town-hall in connection with Tabor Calvinistic Methodist Church. Mir. T. Morgan, draper, presided, in the unavoidable absence of Dr. Jones. The artistes were Soprano, Miss M. King-Sarah contralto, Miss Gwladys Roberts; tenor, Mr. Harry Lewis; bass, Mr. Charles Tree; elocu- tionist, Mr. John Jenkins; pianist, Mr. J. T. Jones, all of whom acquitted themselves ad- mirably. The hall was packed with an ex- cellent audience. The proceeds were in aid of Tabor new chapel building fund. BILLIARDS. Nantyffyllon v. C'aerau.-Played at the Caerau Institute. Scores: Caerau: J. Hooper (capt.), 123; E. J. Williams, 94; E. T. Williams, 150; H. Jones, 150; W. H. Lloyd, 147; W. Wynne, 110; T. Nicholas, 150; total, 924. Nantyffyllon J. W. Johns, 150; J. Bevan, 150; J. Williams, 145; D. Davies, 127; J. R. Jenkins, 150; A. Gundy, 150; D. Lovejoy, 90; total, 962. Cymmer v. Nantyffyllon.-Played at the Nantyffyllon Institute on Friday. Scores: — Cymmer: H. E. Griffiths, 78; J. Blair, 101; W. Lloyd, 133; A. George, 78; T. W. Hib- bert, 150; J. Jones. 150; total, 690. Nant- yffyllon: J. Bevan, 150; J. Williams, 150; J. R. Jenkins, 150; D. Davies, 146; T. W. Jen- kins, 89; D. Lovejoy, 150; total, 835.

COWBRIDGE. PROPERTY ^l,E. Mr. John David submitted at the Com- mercial Hotel, Cowbridge, on Tuesday a num- ber of freehold, leasehold, and copyhold pro- perties. Two freehold dwellings and gardens at Aburthin, the first let at £3 5s. a quarter, tenant paying rates, and an additional piece of garden ground, were sold to Mr. David Thomas, Nantymoel, for £ 310. Mr. E. W. Miles, Cowbridge, was the solicitor for the vendor.—A leasehold dwelling in the East Village, Cowbridge, held for 99 years from 1882, at a ground rental of 1;2 5s., was purchased by Mr. R. Aubrey, Cowbridge, icr £215. A similar house adjoining was secured by Mr. D. Tilley at £ 200. The next premises, a shop and dwelling, with bake-house, etc., held for a similar term, ground rent E3 10s., was bought by Mr. D. Williams, Goodrioh, Ross, for £360. A leasehold dwelling in Aubrey-terrace, similar lease, ground rent L-1, fell to the bid of £140, made by Mr. E'. Williams, Cowbridge. Five properties were withdrawn. Two dwellings, copyhold, in the village of Trerhingill, with benefit of lease of 21 years from 1895 of field adjoining at a rental of Pll 10s., were knocked down to Mrs Williams, Priolk Farm, for jE422 10s. Messrs Gwyn and Gwyn, Cowbridge, were the solicitors to the vendors of these lots, which belonged to the estate of the late Mr4 Richard Aubrey.

LLANTWil MAJOR. St. Illtyd's Church.-The usual course of Lenten instruction began on Wednesday eve- ning, the 20th ult., when the Rev. Daniel Evans, M.A., Rector of Llanmaes, delivered an excellent address on the baptismal coven- ant, God's part, or its Privileges," one of the subjects chosen by the Bishop for Lent. There was a fair congregation. Rev. Henry Morris (vicar) officiated. Girls' Friendly Society.—The weekly meet- ing of the above society was held at the Gate House on Thursday evening, the 21st ult., when Miss Morris, The Vicarage, presided. There was a large attendance of members, and the subject chosen for consideration was Self Control." Original papers on this vir- tue were read by Miss Morris, Miss Aggie Thomas, Miss Louio Morgan, Miss May Smith and Miss Lottie Slade. The result was very satisfactory. The Institute.-On Monday at the meeting of the Institute, Dr. Parry read an instruc- tive paper on "The Troubles of Life," which was listened to with great attention. Mr. Owen D. Rees was chairman. Discussion I was invited, and responded to by the Rev. Henry Morris (vicar), Parish Councillor E. T. Lloyd, Mr. J. Yorath, Mr. Walter E. John, and Mr. Ebenzer John. There was not a large attendance. Accident.—A sad and unfortunate accident happened last week to young David George, brother of Mr. W. George, fruiterer, etc., Church-street, Llantwit Major. While down on Colhugh Beach he assisted others to bring ashore the life-boat of the ill-fated Orli- nada" which was sunk off the Nash Sands. The boat was driven with great violence against the rescuers, and the young man was caught between the rocks, and had his leg broken near the ankle. Under the care of Dr. J. W. Gill, M.D., M.R.C.S., he is making satisfactory progress towards recovery. THE PARISH COUNCIL. The monthly meeting of the Llantwit Major Parish Council was held at the Insti- tute on the 20th ult. There were present Mr. Tudor Crawshay (vice-chairman), who presided in the absence of Colonel Gaskell; Messrs. E. T. Lloyd, John Williams, John Hopkin (Rose Dew), and J. S. Thomas. County Rate Assessment.—Before the com- mencement of the ordinary business, Mr. Rees Thomas, the local representative on the Cowbridge Rural Council, had a conference with the Parish Councillors on the subject of the new county rate assessment, a notice having been received of the intention of the County Council to raise the assessment of the parish for county rate purposes from jES.893 to £ 12,373—an increase of £ 3,480.—A letter was read from Mr. R. Harmar Cox, clerk to the Bridgend Board of Guardians, stating what action the Board had taken.—It Was agreed that Mr. Rees Thomas attend at the Bridgend Police-court tor the meeting of the County Rate Committee, to watch the interests of the parish. School Managers.—Mrs. J. Williams was unanimously nominated as manager of the Bridgend Group of Schools, she having been the nominee of the Council since the forma- tion of the Group. Treasurer's Statement.—From the report of the treasurer, it appeared that there was a balance at the bank of JEST 3s. lid. on the right side. Triennial Election.—It was decided to hold a meeting on March 4th at the Town-hall for the nomination of Parish Councillors. Powell Charity.-It was resolved to elect a trustee in place of the late Mr. William Thomas, of Floodgate, at the next meeting of the Council.

PORTHCAWL. Local Adjudicator.—Mr. W. H. Davies, I.S.M., A. Mus. T.C.L., of the School of Music, has been appointed sole musical adju- dicator for a chair Eisteddfod to be held at Maesteg next month. The Eisteddfod is being organised by the Amalgamated Tontine Societies of the district, the chief prize being twelve guineas and a chair to the conductor of the successful choral society; besides many other interesting musical competitions.

COYCHURCH Evening Continuation Schools.-A very pleasant evening was spent cii Friday in con- nection with the winding up of the above classes, which have been held at the Council Schools during the winter months, under the able supervision of Mr. Wm. Stephens, head- master of the schools. A large number at- tended, and the following contributed to the programme: —Songs by Messrs. Edward Lewis, junr., Evan Jones, Jenkyn John, David Thomas, Frank Floyd, Evan Lewis, Arthur Hopkins, Wm. Donovan, etc. a duett by Messrs. Ed. Lewis and J. John; recita- tions by David Phil-lips and J. John, and a dialogue by Messrs. Wm. Donovan and Tom Thomas. The headmaster gave two suitable readings, which were much appreciated. A pleasant feature was impromptu speaking, several of the scholars taking part. During the evening, prizes were awarded by the headmaster to the 12 scholars making the highest attendances for the term, and a vote of thanks was accorded the headmaster for his generous gift of books, on the motion of Mr. Jenkin John, seconded by Mr. Frank Floyd, the company joining in singing "For he's a jolly good fellow." Mr. Stephens suit- ably responded, and a most enjoyable evening was brought to A close by the singing of the National Anthem.

BLACKMILL. New School.—A public meeting was held at Paran Baptist Chapel on Tuesday evening, presided over by the Rev. W. Paran Griffiths, to consider the desirability of petitioning the local Group of School Managers as to the site of the proposed new school. A resolution was submitted to the meeting by Mr. J. Morris Williams asking the managers to select as a site an open space near the Wesleyan Chapel. The meeting was asked to consider an alter- native site, which, in the event of the present school at Glynogwr being closed as a conse- quence of the proposed new school, would ad- mirably suit the needs of those children re- siding in the Glynogwr district, and would also be convenient for Blackmill children. The alternative site, however, after a pro- longed and desultory discussion, was rejected, and the original resolution was carried unanib, mously. A hope was expressed that the Edu- cation Authority of the Glamorgan County Council will visit the district and ascertain for themselves the needs of the district.

CAUSE OF A TUNNEL COLLISION. The railway department of the Board of Trade have issued the report of Lieutenant-Colonel E. Dnjitfc on the result of his inquiry into the caflse of the collision which occurred on December 20th last between a. passenger train and a goods train in ihurstonland tunnel, between Brockholes and Stockamoor, on the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway. In this case the passenger train col- u i. Wi1^1 rear portion of a goocte train, which had apparently broken loose from the front portion, and was standing in the tunnel No one was killed, only a few slight injuries were complained of, and very little damage waa done to the trains. The inspector states that the rear portion of the goods train apparently broke loose while going up a. steep gradient w during a. fog, and so was not noticed by the driver. The driver of the passenger train had no chance of avoiding a. collision, as he could not see in front of him, owing to the tunnel being full of smoke. lire (Slamflrptt PREPAID ADVERTISEMENTS. 0r>9 Three Six No. off Woaat. naer- Inser- Inset tion. tions. tiorn tion. tiona. tiom I d. B. d. S. d. 18 Words. f t 1 0 t If 27 Words | 9 | 16 |2C 88 Words I 1 0 I 2 0 I 3 t 16 Words j 1 3 J 2 f I 3 9 54 Words I 1 6 I 3 0 j 4 63 Words I 1 9 I 3 6 6 > 72 Words I 2 0 I 4 0 1 4 >. 8t Words | 2 3 j 4 6 f ft < additional W 0 3 J 0 6 j f- 9 Line of 9 Words f I f I The above Charges apply only to the olassea of Advertisements specified below, and are strlolly aonfined to those whioh are PAID TOB PREVIOUS NO INSERTION if not prepaid, they will be oharged b t bhe ceaeral <oAie:— Apartments Wanted. Apartments to Let Articles Lost. Articles Found. Businesses to be Sold Booses to Let Money Wanted Miscellaneous Wanes* Partnerships Wanted Situations Wanted. Situation* Vacant. Sales byPcivateCoatirac

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