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Western Mail Friday November 19. 1926. No. 214.
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS-continued.
MARRIAGES.
WILLIAMS - HUGHES.- At Ebenezer Welsh Congregational Chapel, on November 18.
1926, by the Rev. Edwin JONES, Grove-street, Liverpool. Edward, youngest son of
Mr. Thos. WILLIAMS ((Brynfab) and Mrs. WILLIAMS, late Hendre Farm, Pontypridd,
and Jennie, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. HUGHES, 19, Cardiff-road,
Treforest.
BIRTHS.
LLYWELYN-THOMAS- On November 16th, at the Nursing Home, Llandrindod Wells, to
the Rev. and Mrs. LLYWELYN-THOMAS, The Vicarage, Glasbury-on-Wye, a son.
HASQUENCORT.- November 8th, 1926, at Neath, to Mr. and Mrs. Stanley E.
HASQUENCORT (nee Eunice Violet JAMES), a daughter.
BARCLAY.- On November 16th, at Manorbier, Pembrokeshire, the wife of Major R. C.
E. BARCLAY, a daughter.
IN MEMORIAM-ROLL OF HONOUR.
OSMOND.- In Ever-loving Memory of Leo (50th Battalion Canadians), dearly-beloved
eldest son of Mrs. and the late T. B. OSMOND of Ely, killed in action in France
November 19th, 1916.
SHEEP-CATTLE WORRYING.
Notice is Hereby Given that Dogs Trespassing on Village Farm. St. Nicholas,
will be Shot.
Councillor D. J. BOON has been appointed chief clerk to the docks' mechanical
engineers' department of the Great Western Railway Company at Barry in
succession to Mr. W. H. ROLLS. Mr. BOON has been in the service of the former
Barry Railway Company, and subsequently the Great Western Railway Company, for
27 years.
NEWPORT FLOWERS.
Complete success attended the Newport Chrysanthemum Show opened on Thursday by
the mayor (Councillor A. T. W. JAMES) who was accompanied by the mayoress.
The officials were:- President, Mr. C. BASHAM; chairman, Mr. Walter JENKINS;
secretary, Mr. F. E. BROOKES; assistant secretary, Mr. W. E. LEWIS.
The judges were H. R. FARMER, Cardiff, and Mr. T. WALLER, Newport.
The special prize awards were:-
Best bloom in show.- J. R. POULTON, Cwmbran.
Best pot in show: E. RICHARDS, Newport.
Highest number of points in section open to amateurs and cottagers.
E. RICHARDS.
Decorated table: Mrs. WALKER, Croesyceilog
POULTRY SHOW AWARDS-South Wales Winners At Crystal Palace.
Holle Croppers.- Self white, cock or hen, adult: 2nd, Dr. J. S. PEEBLES,
Bridgend.
Novice class any colour cock or hen, adults: 2nd A. J. PHILLIPS.
Novice class, any colour cock or hen, 1926-3rd A. J. PHILLIPS.
Barb cock, before 1925: 2nd. C. GRIFFIN, Burry Port.
Hen. before 1925: 2nd. C. GRIFFIN.
Short-faced Tumbler.- Selling class any variety cock or hen, any age: 2nd. Dr.
J. S. PEEBLES, Bridgend.
Self Long-faced Tumbler.- Red hen, 1926: 1st. S. BOWLER, Haverfordwest.
Bantam Section-Modern game, hen or cockerel: 2nd. Capt. T. M. WHITTAKER,
Portmadoc.
Rosecomb, novice, black cock or cockerel: 3rd. S. MESSER, Pontardulais.
White tukeys, cockerel: 3rd. Hon. Mrs. COVENTRY, Kilgetty.
Long-faced Tumbler Beard.- Black or Blue cock, 1926: 3rd. SMITH and Son,
Blackwood.
Muffed Tumblers.- Saddle, any colour, cock or hen. 1926: 2nd. Dr. J. S. PEEBLES.
John Patrick
Western Mail Friday November 19. 1926. No. 213.
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS.
IN MEMORIAM.
WALBYOFF.- In Loving Memory of our dear daughter, hyllis Florence, the beloved
daughter of Sergeant and Mrs. WALBYOFF, Police-station, Rhymney, who passed away
on November 19th, 1923./verse.
Sadly missed by Dad, Mam, and brother Reg.
PONTIN.- In Loving Memory of Lillian PONTIN, beloved wife of Fredetick Charles
PONTIN, and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. MUNROE, Cymmer, passed away November
19th 1925.- Sadly missed by Husband, Dad, Mam, Brothers and Sister.- Rest in
Peace.
KNIGHT .- In Sweet Memory of our darling May, who passed away November 19th,
1923.-Mam, Dad, Sister and Brothers.
JENKINS.- In Loving Memory of Francis Thomas (Frank), the dearly-beloved son of
Catherine and the late Evan JENKINS, Gelynog Farm, Pontypridd, died November
19th 1918.- Ever remembered by Mother, Brothers, and Sisters./verse.
BUDDING.- In Loving Memory of our dear friend Mary E. BUDDING (late Headmistress
Infants' School, Crumlin). Ever remembered by Annie, Sarah, and Nana.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS.
MESENE.- Dorothy MESENE and Family, 1, Blaenclydach-place, Cardiff, desire to
express their sincerest thanks to all kind words of sympathy in their recent sad
bereavement.
DEATHS.
JONES.- On November 17, at Gwerthyr Mills, Henllan, James JONES. Funeral Monday
at One p.m. St. Barnabas Church.
HOPKINS.- On 18th November, at 14,, Dorchester-avenue, Anthony Price,
dearly-loved son of Mr. and Mrs. Price HOPKINS.
DURSTON.-On Thursday, November 18th, at 31, Plasturton-gardens, in his 79th
year. Thomas Edward DURSTON, after a long illness patiently borne.
DOWDESWELL.- On November 17, as Llangeinor, Annie beloved wife of Edwin
DOWDSWELL, ex-Stationmaster at Llangeinor. Funeral 2.30 p.m. November 22nd. for
Bettws; G.O.
GOLDEN WEDDING.
DAVID - MORGAN.- On November 19th, 1876, at St. Margaret's, Roath, by the Rev.
C. A. SMYTHIES. Illtyd Jarrett, eldest son of Mr. Edward DAVID, to Ada Monier,
daughter of Mr. T.J. MORGAN. Present address: 311, Newport-road, Cardiff.
to be continued.
John Patrick
Western Mail Thursday November 18. 1926. No. 212.
FUNERAL OF REV. DAVID DAVIES, PENARTH.
There was a large and representative gathering at the funeral on Wednesday of
the Rev. David DAVIES, Penarth, the well-known preacher, poet, and eisteddfodwr.
Prior to the interment, which took place at Penarth Cemetery, a service was
held at Tabernacle Baptist Chapel, where, in 1922, the rev. gentleman completed
50 years' service in the ministry. The service was conducted by the Rev.
Professor J. M. DAVIES, Principal of the Baptist College, Cardiff.
The chief mourners were:- Mrs. David DAVIES (widow), Mrs. HOOKER (daughter),
Messrs. D. Owen DAVIES, J. Eric DAVIES, C. Ivor DAVIES, and N. Ewan DAVIES
(sons), Mrs. CLEMENT (sister), Mr. David DAVIES J.P., editor of the (South Wales
Daily Post." Swansea (cousin), and Mrs HIGGS (sister-in-law).
There were many more in a very large church gathering.
POET DIES AT SWANSEA HOSPITAL.
Mr. John WILLIAMS (54) Troedybryn, Ystalyfera, died at Swansea Hospital after an
operation. Although blind since his infancy he had developed wonderful poetic
abilities, and had won many prizes in eisteddfodau.
MR. JAMES EVANS, MERTHYR.
The death has occurred at his residence, Bron-yr-Glyn, The Walk, Merthyr, of
Mr. James EVANS. A native of Aberporth. Mr. EVANS came to Merthyr 35 years ago
and established himself as a grocer and provision merchant at the Carmarthen
Stores in Victoria-street. He also had a branch premises at Pontmorlais. He was
a member of the Merthyr Chamber of Trade and the Grocers' Association, and
formerly took a leading part in the organisation of the Merthyr May Day Show.
MR. H. E. PLANT. LATE OF SWANSEA.
The death has taken place at Victoria, British Columbia, of Mr. Edmund H.
PLANT, solicitor late of Swansea, from tuberculosis and arthritis. Mr. PLANT,
who was a captain in the 7th Welch, was in partnership with Mr. W. H. H. HANSON
at Swansea before he volunteered for service in 1914. After the war he left this
country to take up fruit farming.
Mr. EDWARD THOMAS DIES AT SWANSEA.
Another link with the past has been severed by the death of an old Rhondda
"gloren." Mr. Edward THOMAS, which took place at the Westbourne Hotel, Swansea.
Mr. THOMAS, who was in his 72nd year, had seen the transformation of the Rhondda
Valleys from a beautiful pastoral area to a busy industrial centre. He himself
worked for some time at the Standard Colleries, Ynyshir, then owned by Sir
William James THOMAS' family.
After his retirement MR. THOMAS kept the Great Western Hotel, Blaengwynfi, for
many years. He was a much-travelled man, and had toured a good deal in the
United States and Australia.
The interment will take place to-morrow (Friday) in his beloved Rhondda-at
Trealaw. He leaves two children- Mr. Edward THOMAS of the Westbourne Hotel,
Swansea, and Mrs. WICKEY, now of California.
FIVE GENERATIONS AT PENCLAWDD.
Photograph of five generations at Penclawdd, viz; Mrs. Ann PUGH, aged 87, who
was born at Penclawdd, and who has never before had portrait taken; Mrs. H.
WILLIAMS (66), of Sunny Bank, Pontardulais, daughter; Mrs. SIMS (48), of Bryn,
Pontardulais, granddaughter; Mrs. FRANCIS (21), of Bryn, Pontardulais, and Baby
Sims FRANCIS (one year and nine months)-photo by CHAPMAN.
John Patrick
Hi Sylvia,
Yes, but the writting is somewhat difficult to read - the persons Ys and Ns are
similar. It is possible James from Pembroke but on the 1851, if it is him, it
says Pembroke, Monmouthshire(?).
Many thanks thanks,
Charles
I would like to thank all those kind List members, who by their messages of
encouragement, that make doing the News Items so worthwile.
John Patrick Aberavon/Port Talbot
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From: "monmouthshire-request(a)rootsweb.com" <monmouthshire-request(a)rootsweb.com>
To: monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com
Sent: Sunday, 23 January, 2011 16:52:05
Subject: MONMOUTHSHIRE Digest, Vol 6, Issue 22
Today's Topics:
1. Re: News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No. 210. (ann)
2. Re: News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No. 210.
(Graham Price)
3. Photos of: St Nicholas's Church, Trelech, MON - Correction
(John Ball)
4. Re: News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No. 210.
(Jon's FH)
5. News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No. 211.
(J GRIFFITHS)
6. Re: News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No. 210.
(Allison Gale)
7. James MORRIS (Charles Gunther)
8. Re: James MORRIS (Sylvia Morgan)
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Message: 1
Date: Sun, 23 Jan 2011 08:25:14 -0000
From: "ann" <annmacey(a)ntlworld.com>
Subject: Re: [MON] News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No.
210.
To: <monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com>
Message-ID: <00ae01cbbad7$128a2750$379e75f0$@com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
This just emphasises the importance of exploring every possible avenue of
research. Having said that it is really difficult to research old newspapers
because very few have been indexed or even digitised. That's why it is so good
of John Patrick to transcribe the way he is.
We are all really grateful for the work, I continue to hope that one day I will
see a relative of mine in these transcripts
Ann Macey
List Admin
-----Original Message-----
From: monmouthshire-bounces(a)rootsweb.com
[mailto:monmouthshire-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Jon's FH
Oh goodness! That?s my grandfather! Eek!
Jon
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Message: 2
Date: Sun, 23 Jan 2011 19:54:28 +1100
From: Graham Price <genetree(a)tpg.com.au>
Subject: Re: [MON] News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No.
210.
To: monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com
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At 07:25 PM 23/01/2011, you wrote:
> it is so good of John Patrick to transcribe the way he is. We are
> all really grateful for the work, I continue to hope that one day I
> will see a relative of mine in these transcripts Ann Macey List Admin
That's one of the reasons why I hang in there on this list because
previous enquiries have brought zero. One day, dear John, you will
undoubtedly bring me a marriage or a death of one of my Thomas folk
of Ebbw Vale. As sure as the sun will rise tomorrow. Bless you for
your determination.
Graham
Melbourne
Oz
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Message: 3
Date: Sun, 23 Jan 2011 08:59:08 -0000
From: "John Ball" <john(a)jlb2005.plus.com>
Subject: [MON] Photos of: St Nicholas's Church, Trelech, MON -
Correction
To: "Midmarch List" <midmarch(a)rootsweb.com>, "Monmouth List"
<Monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com>
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Photos of: St Nicholas's Church, Trelech, MON
Dear Listers,
In my announcement yesterday about the latest addition to my 'Welsh Churches
and Chapels Collection', I said:
"Go to www.jlb2005.plus.com/walespic/churches/ and scroll down the index to
the relevant Llanthony link."
I should of course have said:
". . . scroll down the index to the TRELECH link."
Apologies for the error.
Kind regards,
John
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E-mail: john(a)jlb2005.plus.com
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GENUKI Breconshire Maintainer: http://www.genuki.org.uk/big/wal/BRE/
Brecknock FH Group Webmaster: http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~wlsbfhs/
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Message: 4
Date: Sun, 23 Jan 2011 13:04:21 -0000
From: "Jon's FH" <jons.fh(a)btinternet.com>
Subject: Re: [MON] News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No.
210.
To: <monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com>
Message-ID: <77157AAEAF5840E88C1852C386D46117@NixeyPC>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8"
From: ann
Sent: Sunday, January 23, 2011 8:25 AM
To: monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com
Subject: Re: [MON] News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No. 210.
I continue to hope that one day I will see a relative of mine in these
transcripts
To be honest Ann I never thought I would! It just goes to show we really don?t
know what is hiding out there in the archived newspapers. My Nixey family in
this area is so tiny, almost microscopic, I honestly never thought I?d come
across any mention of them! A friend of mine who loves digging around in old
papers is going to see if he can find any further mention of this episode in the
Victoria Park at Bath. the newspaper cutting John transcribed was printed just
10 months before my father was born.
My deepest thanks to John Patrick, and kindest regards to all,
Jon
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Date: Sun, 23 Jan 2011 13:24:17 +0000 (GMT)
From: J GRIFFITHS <griffiths780(a)btinternet.com>
Subject: [MON] News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No.
211.
To: glamorgan(a)rootsweb.com, dyfed(a)rootsweb.com
Cc: monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com, griffiths780(a)btinternet.com
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Western Mail Thursday November 18. 1926.?? No. 211.
FUNERAL MRS. M.DAVIES, TON PENTRE,
The funeral of the late Mrs. Margaret DAVIES, who died at her residence,
Charnwood, Upper Canning-street, Ton Pentre, on Sunday last, has been arranged
for to-morrow (Friday), and will the house at 8.30 a.m. for Ystrad Station, the
interment taking place at Neuaddlwyd, Cardiganshire, at one p.m.
? Mrs. DAVIES, who was greatly respected in the district, was the widow of the
late Mr. James DAVIES, who for many years was employed at the Ocean Coal
Company's pits at Ton Pentre. She leaves a son, the Rev. DALIS-DAVIES, B.A.,
curate of Bargoed, and three daughters, Miss Annie Mary DAVIES, headmistress of
Treorky Girl's School, Miss Hannah Jane LLOYD, and Miss Gweno DAVIES.
FUNERAL OF CAPT. T. M. NICHOLAS, LLANDAFF.
The funeral of Captain Thomas Martin NICHOLAS, whose death at his residence, 26,
Rdayr-road, Llandaff North, occurred last Saturday, took place at the Cardiff
Cemetery, on Wednesday.
? The Rev. H. R. BOWEN, of All Saints' Church, Llandaff North, officiated at the
cemetery chapel and at the graveside. The principal mourners were Mrs. Emily
NICHOLAS (widow), Mr. F. A. SHEARS (Barry), and Mr. and Mrs. HUGHES.
FUNERAL OF MR.GEORGE UDELL, PONTYPOOL.
The funeral took place on Wednesday at Trevithin Churchyard of Mr. George UDELL,
draper, Pontypool, a resident in the town for 50 years and a prominent lay
preacher in the Wesleyan Methodist Church.
Services at the Wesleyan Church and at the graveside were conducted by the Revs.
C. W. MARTIN, Rhys DAVIES, F. R. HANKINSON and J. W. HOLMES.
? The chief mourners were Messrs. D. C. UDELL, E. UDELL (sons), J. C. O. BOULTON
and Victor DAVIES.
FUNERAL OF MR. E. S. CUNNINGHAM, CARDIFF.
The funeral took place at Cardiff Cemetery on Wednesday of Mr. Eddie CUNNINGHAM,
the only son of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. CUNNINGHAM, Cwmdare-street. The chief
mourners Mr. W. T. CUNNINGHAM (father), Mr. Harry GRIFFITHS (uncle). Messrs.
Arthur HILL and Fred HILL (cousins). Messrs. G. ROUSE and H. SUFFLING
(brothers-in-law). Messrs. A. POPPERELL and W. H. BLACKMORE. The Rev. Hopkin
JAMES (curate of St. John's) officiated at the cemetery
FUNERAL OF THE RECTOR OF BRIDELL.
? The funeral of the Rev. Daniel WILLIAMS (rector of Bridell, Pembrokeshire)
took place at Bridell Churchyard on Wednesday. The sidesmen and churchwardens
acted as bearers, and members of the church choir followed the cortege carrying
wreaths. The Rev. T. M. JAMES (Llanfyrnach) conducted the service at the house,
the Revs. J. LLOYD (Llechryd), D. M. JONES, R.D. (Cardigan), and J. G. HUGHES
(St. Dogmaels) at the church, and the Rev. D. G. PHILLIPS (Newport) at the
graveside.
Chief mourners were Mrs. WILLIAMS (widow); Miss Helena Bray WILIAMS (daughter);
Mr. and Mrs. James WILLIAMS, Maeshyfred (son-in-law and daughter); Mr. W.
WILLIAMS, Blaenwern, Llangybi (brother); Mr. and Mrs. John JONES, Wern Villa,
Eglwyswrw (brother-in-law and sister); Miss Mary and Mr. J. WILLIAMS, Blaenwern
(niece and nephew); and Mr.?and Mrs. Rhys DANIEL, Sergeant's Inn, Eglwyswrw
(nephew and niece).
MOTORIST FINED ?10. Cyclist Knocked Down At Cardiff.
Kenneth THOMAS, Cardiff, was fined ?10 and had his licence suspended for nine
months by the Cardiff Stipendiary on Wednesday on a charge of dangerous driving.
?? According to the evidence, his car knocked down a cyclist at the junction of
King?Edward V11. avenue and Corbett-road in Cathays Park.
THOMAS, who was represented by Mr. T. W. LANGMAN, pleaded that it was an
unavoidable accident.
?? Mr. R. BOOTH prosecuted.
John Patrick
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Message: 6
Date: Sun, 23 Jan 2011 16:00:30 +0000 (GMT)
From: Allison Gale <alligale56(a)yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [MON] News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No.
210.
To: monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com
Message-ID: <96185.77619.qm(a)web29101.mail.ird.yahoo.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8
Can I echo my thanks to John.? He's come up with some stuff on my CORNFIELDs
that I would never have had without his help - brilliant.
?
Allison
--- On Sun, 23/1/11, ann <annmacey(a)ntlworld.com> wrote:
From: ann <annmacey(a)ntlworld.com>
Subject: Re: [MON] News Items October 1st to December 31st 1926. No. 210.
To: monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com
Date: Sunday, 23 January, 2011, 8:25
This just emphasises the importance of exploring every possible avenue of
research. Having said that it is really difficult to research old newspapers
because very few have been indexed or even digitised. That's why it is so good
of John Patrick to transcribe the way he is.
We are all really grateful for the work, I continue to hope that one day I will
see a relative of mine in these transcripts
Ann Macey
List Admin
-----Original Message-----
From: monmouthshire-bounces(a)rootsweb.com
[mailto:monmouthshire-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Jon's FH
Oh goodness! That?s my grandfather! Eek!
Jon
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Message: 7
Date: Sun, 23 Jan 2011 16:29:59 +0000 (GMT)
From: Charles Gunther <cwegunther(a)yahoo.com>
Subject: [MON] James MORRIS
To: monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com
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Hi Listers,
New to the List and to be honest don't think I have any relatives locally.
I'm doing some research on the MORRIS family. They lived in Newport,
Monmouthshire, and are found on the early census reports. (Actually attended
college in Newport but when I visited several years ago, found it had changed
quite a bit.)
David MORRIS, born c. 1835, was I believe the son of James and Margaret MORRIS.
I think that James was born around 1795, give or take a few years, but Margaret
is only recorded on the 1841 Census - James is a widower by 1851. I don't know
Margaret's maiden name. David MORRIS moved north and eventually lived in
Liverpool where he was chaplain at Walton Prison. He met the famous, or
infamous, Florence Maybrick.
In 1841 the MORRISes were in George Street, Newport,?and consisted of parents
plus children: John, Mary, Margaret, David?and William. It is possible both
James and Margaret were not from Monmouthshire but not 100% sure.
If you know of this family or any advise to help add information on this family,
I would certainly appreciate it.
David MORRIS's grandson was Marcus Morris, co-creator of the 1950s - 60s boys'
paper Eagle.
Best wishes,
Charles
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Message: 8
Date: Sun, 23 Jan 2011 16:52:02 +0000
From: Sylvia Morgan <sylviamorgan3(a)sky.com>
Subject: Re: [MON] James MORRIS
To: monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com
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Hi
It usually says in the 1841 census whether or not they were born in the
countyi.e. Monmouthshire
Sylvia
On Sun, Jan 23, 2011 at 4:29 PM, Charles Gunther <cwegunther(a)yahoo.com>wrote:
> Hi Listers,
> New to the List and to be honest don't think I have any relatives locally.
>
> I'm doing some research on the MORRIS family. They lived in Newport,
> Monmouthshire, and are found on the early census reports. (Actually
> attended
> college in Newport but when I visited several years ago, found it had
> changed
> quite a bit.)
>
> David MORRIS, born c. 1835, was I believe the son of James and Margaret
> MORRIS.
> I think that James was born around 1795, give or take a few years, but
> Margaret
> is only recorded on the 1841 Census - James is a widower by 1851. I don't
> know
> Margaret's maiden name. David MORRIS moved north and eventually lived in
> Liverpool where he was chaplain at Walton Prison. He met the famous, or
> infamous, Florence Maybrick.
>
> In 1841 the MORRISes were in George Street, Newport, and consisted of
> parents
> plus children: John, Mary, Margaret, David and William. It is possible both
> James and Margaret were not from Monmouthshire but not 100% sure.
>
> If you know of this family or any advise to help add information on this
> family,
> I would certainly appreciate it.
>
> David MORRIS's grandson was Marcus Morris, co-creator of the 1950s - 60s
> boys'
> paper Eagle.
>
> Best wishes,
> Charles
>
>
>
>
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Hi Listers,
New to the List and to be honest don't think I have any relatives locally.
I'm doing some research on the MORRIS family. They lived in Newport,
Monmouthshire, and are found on the early census reports. (Actually attended
college in Newport but when I visited several years ago, found it had changed
quite a bit.)
David MORRIS, born c. 1835, was I believe the son of James and Margaret MORRIS.
I think that James was born around 1795, give or take a few years, but Margaret
is only recorded on the 1841 Census - James is a widower by 1851. I don't know
Margaret's maiden name. David MORRIS moved north and eventually lived in
Liverpool where he was chaplain at Walton Prison. He met the famous, or
infamous, Florence Maybrick.
In 1841 the MORRISes were in George Street, Newport, and consisted of parents
plus children: John, Mary, Margaret, David and William. It is possible both
James and Margaret were not from Monmouthshire but not 100% sure.
If you know of this family or any advise to help add information on this family,
I would certainly appreciate it.
David MORRIS's grandson was Marcus Morris, co-creator of the 1950s - 60s boys'
paper Eagle.
Best wishes,
Charles
Western Mail Thursday November 18. 1926. No. 211.
FUNERAL MRS. M.DAVIES, TON PENTRE,
The funeral of the late Mrs. Margaret DAVIES, who died at her residence,
Charnwood, Upper Canning-street, Ton Pentre, on Sunday last, has been arranged
for to-morrow (Friday), and will the house at 8.30 a.m. for Ystrad Station, the
interment taking place at Neuaddlwyd, Cardiganshire, at one p.m.
Mrs. DAVIES, who was greatly respected in the district, was the widow of the
late Mr. James DAVIES, who for many years was employed at the Ocean Coal
Company's pits at Ton Pentre. She leaves a son, the Rev. DALIS-DAVIES, B.A.,
curate of Bargoed, and three daughters, Miss Annie Mary DAVIES, headmistress of
Treorky Girl's School, Miss Hannah Jane LLOYD, and Miss Gweno DAVIES.
FUNERAL OF CAPT. T. M. NICHOLAS, LLANDAFF.
The funeral of Captain Thomas Martin NICHOLAS, whose death at his residence, 26,
Rdayr-road, Llandaff North, occurred last Saturday, took place at the Cardiff
Cemetery, on Wednesday.
The Rev. H. R. BOWEN, of All Saints' Church, Llandaff North, officiated at the
cemetery chapel and at the graveside. The principal mourners were Mrs. Emily
NICHOLAS (widow), Mr. F. A. SHEARS (Barry), and Mr. and Mrs. HUGHES.
FUNERAL OF MR.GEORGE UDELL, PONTYPOOL.
The funeral took place on Wednesday at Trevithin Churchyard of Mr. George UDELL,
draper, Pontypool, a resident in the town for 50 years and a prominent lay
preacher in the Wesleyan Methodist Church.
Services at the Wesleyan Church and at the graveside were conducted by the Revs.
C. W. MARTIN, Rhys DAVIES, F. R. HANKINSON and J. W. HOLMES.
The chief mourners were Messrs. D. C. UDELL, E. UDELL (sons), J. C. O. BOULTON
and Victor DAVIES.
FUNERAL OF MR. E. S. CUNNINGHAM, CARDIFF.
The funeral took place at Cardiff Cemetery on Wednesday of Mr. Eddie CUNNINGHAM,
the only son of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. CUNNINGHAM, Cwmdare-street. The chief
mourners Mr. W. T. CUNNINGHAM (father), Mr. Harry GRIFFITHS (uncle). Messrs.
Arthur HILL and Fred HILL (cousins). Messrs. G. ROUSE and H. SUFFLING
(brothers-in-law). Messrs. A. POPPERELL and W. H. BLACKMORE. The Rev. Hopkin
JAMES (curate of St. John's) officiated at the cemetery
FUNERAL OF THE RECTOR OF BRIDELL.
The funeral of the Rev. Daniel WILLIAMS (rector of Bridell, Pembrokeshire)
took place at Bridell Churchyard on Wednesday. The sidesmen and churchwardens
acted as bearers, and members of the church choir followed the cortege carrying
wreaths. The Rev. T. M. JAMES (Llanfyrnach) conducted the service at the house,
the Revs. J. LLOYD (Llechryd), D. M. JONES, R.D. (Cardigan), and J. G. HUGHES
(St. Dogmaels) at the church, and the Rev. D. G. PHILLIPS (Newport) at the
graveside.
Chief mourners were Mrs. WILLIAMS (widow); Miss Helena Bray WILIAMS (daughter);
Mr. and Mrs. James WILLIAMS, Maeshyfred (son-in-law and daughter); Mr. W.
WILLIAMS, Blaenwern, Llangybi (brother); Mr. and Mrs. John JONES, Wern Villa,
Eglwyswrw (brother-in-law and sister); Miss Mary and Mr. J. WILLIAMS, Blaenwern
(niece and nephew); and Mr. and Mrs. Rhys DANIEL, Sergeant's Inn, Eglwyswrw
(nephew and niece).
MOTORIST FINED £10. Cyclist Knocked Down At Cardiff.
Kenneth THOMAS, Cardiff, was fined £10 and had his licence suspended for nine
months by the Cardiff Stipendiary on Wednesday on a charge of dangerous driving.
According to the evidence, his car knocked down a cyclist at the junction of
King Edward V11. avenue and Corbett-road in Cathays Park.
THOMAS, who was represented by Mr. T. W. LANGMAN, pleaded that it was an
unavoidable accident.
Mr. R. BOOTH prosecuted.
John Patrick
This just emphasises the importance of exploring every possible avenue of research. Having said that it is really difficult to research old newspapers because very few have been indexed or even digitised. That's why it is so good of John Patrick to transcribe the way he is.
We are all really grateful for the work, I continue to hope that one day I will see a relative of mine in these transcripts
Ann Macey
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From: monmouthshire-bounces(a)rootsweb.com [mailto:monmouthshire-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Jon's FH
Oh goodness! That’s my grandfather! Eek!
Jon
Western Mail Thursday November 18. 1926. No. 210.
COMING-OF-PAGE DANCE-Happy Celebrations At Cardiff.
A reception was given at COX'S Cafe, Cardiff, on Wednesday evening by Mr. and
Mrs. I. D. RIVLIN to celebrate the coming-of-age of their son Arthur Bernard, at
which over 400 guests were present. Mr. Barnett JANNER, who presided, proposed
the toast of the evening in a happy speech, to which Mr. Arthur RIVLIN replied
in terms of gratitude to his parents. The reception was followed by an enjoyable
dance.
Among the guests were the grandparents of the celebrant- the mother and father
of Mrs. RIVLIN-who had journeyed from Bournemouth.
PROTEST BY BATH MAGISTRATE.-An Abertillery Man Acquitted.
A case heard on Wednesday by the Bath City magistrates, involving a grave charge
against an Abertillery man named Ernest Arthur Albert NIXEY, who was eventually
acquitted, was marked by a remarkable incident.
NIXEY declared that at the time certain incidents occurred in the Royal
Victoria Park he was in another part of the city. His wife and mother were in
court to support his alibi.
When the former was called to give evidence, the mother was ordered out of
court.
Alderman A. WILLS, a prominent magistrate and ex-mayor, at once rose from his
place on the magisterial bench and made an indignant protest. " The police," he
said, "have just ordered a witness out. They did not order their own witnesses
out. I object strongly to that partiality and one-sidedness. Prisoner's mother
has been ordered out. It is not fair."
When the Chairman announced the acquittal of NIXEY, Alderman WILLS said he
quite agreed it was a very proper case for the park-keepers to have brought
forward.
IMPERIAL SERVICE MEDAL.
The "London Gazette" announces that the King has been pleased to award the
Imperial Service Medal to the following officers of the Home Civil Service:-
George Loveless ANDERSON, chief officer, H.M. Prison, Cardiff.
Edward James ATKINSON, chief officers, Class11., H.M. Prison, Shrewsbury.
Albert GIBBY, skilled labourer, chargeman, H.M. Dockyard, Pembroke.
Edward HEALY, postman, Aberdare.
Arthur John JENNINGS, postman, Cardiff.
William JOHN, skilled labourer, H.M. Dockyard, Pembroke.
Douglas McKune MITCHELL, assistant inspector, Post-office, Merthyr Tydfil.
John PUGH, postman, Llynelys Sub-office, Oswestry.
Samuel THOMAS. postman, Pontycymmer Sub-office, Bridgend.
ABERYSTWYTH SHOP SOLD.
On Wednesday Messrs. REES and EVANS, auctioneers, offered for sale by public
auction at Aberystwyth, No.3, Northgate-street, in the occupation of Messrs. D.
JONES and Sons, butchers, the vendors of the property. There is an unexpired
term of 45 years lease, with a ground rent of £1 9s. 6d. The shop was sold to
Mr. R. OWEN, builder, for £2,200. Messrs. Joseph DAVIES and Sons were the
solicitors.
LEASEHOLD OFFERED AT NEWPORT.
The three-storied freehold residence, No. 26, Clytha-square, was withdrawn at
£750 .
The dwelling-house No.16, Devon-place, held on a 99 yrs lease from March 1870,
at an a.g.r. of £2. was sold to Frank WORKMAN for £305.
TREDEGAR WORKHOUSE OFFICIAL ASSAULTED.
A sentence of a month's imprisonment was passed at Tredegar on Wednesday on
Osborne EASON (19), a shoemaker, an inmate of the Tredegar Workhouse, for
refractory conduct. EASON tried to strike the master with a stick, and nearly
wrenched the assistant master's arm out of its socket.
COEDPENMAEN TROUBLE.-Speedy Car Takes 85 Minutes To Start.
"Drivers are far too negligent," said Mr. Hopkin MORGAN, chairman of the
Pontypridd Court, on Wednesday when fining Thomas BIGGS, 28, Bassett-street,
Coedpenmaen, £3 for driving to the danger of the public. Mr. H. L. PORCHER,
clerk to the council, was for the prosecution.
Frederick George BRADLEY said that he was in charge of repair work at
Coedpenmaen. As a tram-car was proceeding towards Pontypridd a motor-van, driven
by defendant, dashed across in front, and witness was pinned between the two
vehicles.
BIGGS declared that it took him an hour and a quarter to start his van, and
when coming from Church-road the bottom bolt gave way, and the steering gear
became loose.
John Patrick
Photos of: St Nicholas's Church, Trelech, MON
Dear Listers,
The latest subject to be added to my 'Welsh Churches and Chapels
collection' is:
The magnificent St Nicholas's Parish Church in the village of Trelech
(Trellech/Trelleck) between Monmouth and Chepstow in the county of
Monmouthshire
(photography by Paul Berndt and John Ball, supplemented by sketches and
engravings)
This extensive new webpage also includes references to an ancient sun-dial,
to philosopher Bertrand Russell, and to the legend of the Three Stones.
Go to www.jlb2005.plus.com/walespic/churches/ and scroll down the index to
the relevant Llanthony link.
Kind regards,
John
--------------------
John Ball, Brecon, Mid-Wales, UK
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Western Mail Wednesday November 18. 1926. No. 209.
WELSH WEDDINGS.
GREEN - PRITCHARD.- An interesting wedding took place at Brecon Cathedral on
Wednesday, between Major G. H. GREEN. of Oakleigh, Cowbridge, and Miss Edith,
second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. L. PRITCHARD, of Harddfan, Brecon.
The Rev. Thomas GRIFFITHS of Llanspyddid, officiated, assisted by the Rev.
Thomas JONES, of Brecon The bride was dressed in rose pink chenile chiffon and
coat of rose crepe-de-chine, trimmed with silver fur fox, with grey panne velvet
hat to match. The duties of best man were performed by Mr. L. PRITCHARD, brother
of the bride.
A reception was held at the Castle Hotel.
The honeymoon is being spent in London
ANDREWS - HUNTER. The marriage took place at St. Fagan's Parish Church on
Wednesday of Mr. Phillip ANDREWS, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. E. ANDREWS.
Cathedral-road, Cardiff, and Miss Rachel Smith HUNTER, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
John HUNTER, of Penhefyd, St. Fagan's. The Rev. F. W. MOXHAY, rector of St.
Fagan's officiated.
The bride wore a dress of ivory chiffon trimmed with silver lace, and a Limerick
lace veil. She was attended by Miss Mary HUNTER (sister) and Miss Mary TURNER.
The best man was James STRACHEN
Following a reception at the home of the bride, Mr. and Mrs. ANDREWS left for
Belgium, where the honeymoon is being spent.
MARRIED SIXTY YEARS-Barry Couple Of Long-Lived Parentage.
Mr. and Mrs. William THOMAS, of 2, Regent-street, Barry Dock, on Wednesday
celebrated their diamond wedding.
They were married at St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Roath, on November 17,
1866. Mrs THOMAS is a native of Cork, and her husband belongs to Hereford. There
are four sons and one daughter, 24 grandchildren, and 5, great-grandchildren.
They both belong to families conspicious for longevity.
Mr. THOMAS'S grandfather lived to the age of 102; his parents died when they
were 87. Mrs. THOMAS'S mother died when she was just ten years short of the
century.
Still active and interested in the public life of Barry, Mr. THOMAS, who two
years ago retired on pension from the Great Western Railway Company, by whom he
was employed as guard and wagon examiner, is a keen agriculturist and keeps a
large allotment.
The daughter, Mrs. Mary A. RICH, of 37, Wood-street, Cardiff, is the mother of
fifteen children. (Above the small head and shoulder photograph of Mrs. THOMAS,
someone has written the name COLLINS). So I checked Glamorgan F.H.S. marriages
at St. Peter's and here are the details.
17, November 1866 MARY COLLINS daughter of JOHN COLLINS married WILLIAM THOMAS
son of THOMAS THOMAS.
CARDIFF RESCUES.-R.H.S. Certificates For Five Heroes.
Five Royal Humane Society Certificates for gallant rescues at Cardiff were
presented by the Lord Mayor at Wednesday's meeting of the Cardiff of the Cardiff
Watch Committee: To Walter Thomas BEER, 68, Clive-street, Cardiff, for the
rescue of a lad named Timothy CAREY from the canal on August 11; to
Police-constable A. R. PENRELL; to Herbert James BISHOP, 113, Windsor-road,
Penarth; and Frederick Edwin JONES, 130, Strathnairn-street, Cardiff, for the
rescue of Eva COTTER in the canal on August 25, and to Fireman CHEDZEV or
CHEDZEY for the rescue of a boy named Alick MORETTI in the canal on September 4.
In making the presentations the Lord Mayor said he was proud to shake hands
with brave men, and to reflect that not only were they in the city, but probably
there were other men who were prepared to take risks to save life.
John Patrick
Western Mail Thursday November 18. 1926. No. 208.
REPAIRER STRUCK- Prison For Assailants At Aberdare.
David Daniel JONES and John WILLIAMS, both of Abercwmboi, were charged at
Aberdare on Wednesday with intimidation and the use of violence to prevent David
Walter DAVIES, a repairer, from working at the Aberaman Colliery. Mr. E. W.
HAMMOND (Pontypridd) appeared for the defence.
Inspector POOLMAN said when DAVIES was going towards a tramcar defendants
rushed across the street from a group of men who were standing near the
workman's hall, one of them struck DAVIES in the face.
JONES was sentenced to two months and WILLIAMS to one month.
OUTCROP COAL-Thief And Receiver Fined At Aberdare.
Job HAINES, Llwydcoed, and Isaac ANDREWS, Aberdare, were fined £1, or eleven
days, and £3, or 31 days, respectively, at Aberdare on Wednesday-HAINES for
stealing a quantity of coal from an outcrop, valued at £12, and ANDREWS for
taking a ton of the same coal, knowing that it had been stolen. Mr. Tal
GRIFFITHS (Messrs. Gwilym JAMES and LLEWELLYN, Merthyr) prosecuted, and Mr. T.
Marchant HARRIES (Messrs. HARRIES and JONES, Aberdare) appeared for ANDREWS.
PONTARDAWE GOLDEN WEDDING.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry JONES, Bryndu Cottage, Ynysmudw, Pontardawe, will celebrate
their golden wedding to-day (Thursday). For over forty years, Mr. JONES, who is
a native of Ammanford, where he was born in September, 1853, has been deacon at
Mount Elim Baptist Church, Pontardawe.
Mrs. JONES, who was formerly Miss. Jane EDWARDS, was born at the Castle Inn,
Ammanford, in the same year, and the marriage took place at the Parish Church
Llandebie, on November 18, 1876. There are four surviving children.
LEVERS LIBEL CHARGE.
The trial of William Miller NEALE (42) export agent, of Liverpool, on a charge
of published a libel concerning Mr. Francis D'Arcy COOPER in a letter addressed
to the secretary of Messrs. LEVER Brothers (Limited) was on Wednesday fixed by
the Recorder (Sir Ernest WILD, K.C.) to take place at Old Bailey on Wednesday
next.
Mr. Percival CLARKE is appearing for the Prosecution, and, Sir Henry MADDOCKS,
K.C., and Mr. H. D. ROOME are conducting the defence.
CARDIFF CUSTOMS OFFICER'S FATE.
A verdict of "Accidental death" was returned at an inquest at Cardiff on
Wednesday on John Augustine LENNON (32), a Customs prevention officer, of the
Maltsters Arms, Whitchurch, who was drowned at the Roath Dock.
CHEPSTOW AMATEUR OERA.
The Chepstow Amateur Operatic Society are this week producing Gilbert and
Sullivan's "Yeoman of the Guard." The performance is an excellent one, and
reflects great credit upon their producer. Capt. H. R. CLARKE. The new
principals include Miss M. MILLAR as Elsie, Miss Brenda MILLER as Phoebe, and
Mr. LIDDIARD as Sir Charles, each of whom made a suuccessful debut. The old
favourites in the cast are Mr. J. F. PRICE (Jailer), Mr. Jack WALTERS (Point),
Mr. Bert LEWIS(Sergt. Meryll), and Mr. HEWINGS (Col. Fairfax). A capital
orchestra is under control of Mr. C. H. CLARKE.
CORONER DISSATISFIED-Inquest On Pontypridd Woman Adjourned.
Mr. David REES (district coroner) expressed dissatisfaction with the evidence at
an inquest at Pontypridd on Wednesday on the body of Susan PORTER, a married
woman, of Commercial-street, Tynant, who died recently at the Pontypridd Cottage
Hospital, and he adjourned the inquiry so that the police could make further
investigation.
Dr. Washington EVANS, Llantwit Fadre, stated that the cause was septicaemia,
following an operation. In his opinion a certain act had taken place.
The Coroner said this appeared to be a very serious case, and the inquiry
would be adjourned sine die for the production of further evidence.
John Patrick
Thanks John,
I didn't know the stones were there; too much to see in too little time. We did
shoot several tombstones, but not the same,
Paul
Ohio, USA
----- Original Message ----
> From: John Ball <john(a)jlb2005.plus.com>
> To: Midmarch List <midmarch(a)rootsweb.com>; Monmouth List
><Monmouthshire(a)rootsweb.com>
> Sent: Sat, January 22, 2011 2:56:00 PM
> Subject: [MON] Photos of: St Nicholas's Church, Trelech, MON
>
> Photos of: St Nicholas's Church, Trelech, MON
>
> Dear Listers,
>
> The latest subject to be added to my 'Welsh Churches and Chapels
> collection' is:
>
> The magnificent St Nicholas's Parish Church in the village of Trelech
> (Trellech/Trelleck) between Monmouth and Chepstow in the county of
> Monmouthshire
> (photography by Paul Berndt and John Ball, supplemented by sketches and
> engravings)
> This extensive new webpage also includes references to an ancient sun-dial,
> to philosopher Bertrand Russell, and to the legend of the Three Stones.
>
> Go to www.jlb2005.plus.com/walespic/churches/ and scroll down the index to
> the relevant Llanthony link.
>
> Kind regards,
>
> John
Retrospectives: Tenby Old Town, PEM; Trees in the Welsh Landscape (various
locations)
Dear Listers,
This week's Retrospectives, uploaded onto my website earlier this morning,
are:
1. A stroll round the old part of Tenby in the county of Pembrokeshire
(seven pictures).
This feature was first shown on 'Images of Wales' in May 1998.
2. A selection of photographs illustrating the role of trees in the Welsh
landscape, in south and west Wales (ten pictures).
This feature was first shown on 'Images of Wales' in September 1998.
As usual, these webpages will be displayed on my website for at least one
week.
'Retrospective Images of Wales' is at
www.jlb2005.plus.com/walespic/retro/retro.htm
After viewing the Retrospectives, please explore my 'Webpage Archive' and
make your own Retrospective requests.
Kind regards,
John
--------------------
John Ball, Brecon, Mid-Wales, UK
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Western Mail Thursday November 18. 1926. No. 207.
FARMER FINED £20. 80 Per Cent. Foreign Fats In Pencader Butter.
David WILLIAMS, of Gwyddrug Vale, Pencader, a farmer, was summoned at
Llanfihangel-ar-Arth Petty-sessions on Wednesday for selling butter containing
80 per cent. of foreign fats.
Mr. David RODERICK, inspector under the Food and Drugs' Act, who prosecuted,
stated that on September 21 he saw defendant's wife (Elizabeth WILLIAMS) deliver
30lb. of butter to a lorry belonging to a butter merchant. He took a sample of
the butter, and an analysis showed that it contained 80 per cent. of foreign
fats.
Mr. W. J. WALLIS-JONES, Carmarthen, who appeared for defendant, said defendant
knew nothing at all about the matter, and that his wife had sole charge of the
dairy so far as butter was concerned.
The Bench imposed the maximum fine of £20 the Chairman (Dr. E. JONES)
describing the case as a shocking one.
THREATS AT BEDWAS. Police Save Workers From A Crowd.
John BARNETT (26) and Ivor GILVIN (26), of Bedwas, were fined £5 each, or a
month, at Bedwas on Wednesday for doing an act likely to cause disaffection. Mr.
Horace LYNE (Newport) prosecuted; Mr. Trevor MORGAN (instructed by Messrs.
MORGAN, BRUCE, NICHOLAS and HAMMOND, Pontypridd) defended.
Police-constable PARRY said he and other officers were escorting two men who
were returning from work at the Bedwas Colliery. They met a crowd, who shouted
and booed, and someone threw a stone. GILVIN appeared to be the leader, and
said:" Now's our chance, boys, let's throw the scabs into the river." The crowd
made a rush, but the Glamorgan Police came to their assistance.
Police-sergeant Richardson deposed that BARNETT said; We ought to mob the
----. Come on, lads."
Mrs, Elizabeth JENKINS who shouted: "You scabs. You Blacklegs. You ought to
be shot" was bound over in the sum of £10 to be of good behaviour for twelve
months.
CHARGE AGAINST OFFICIAL FAILS.
The charge against William J. MILSOM, secretary of the Bedwas Lodge of the
South Wales Miners' Federation, with attempting to impede the supply of fuel was
dismissed.
Mr. Horace LYNE (Newport) prosecuted and Mr. Trevor MORGAN(instructed by Messrs
MORGAN, BRUCE, NICHOLAS, and HAMMOND) defended.
A similar charge against Edward PRICE was also dismissed, Mr. LYNE intimating
that he did not feel justified in going forward in view of the decision in the
previous case.
SWANSEA ASSIZE.-Cases Fixed For Hearing To-day.
Wednesday was the commision day for the Glamorgan Assizes, which open at the
Guildhall, Swansea, to-day (Thursday). Mr. Justice FRASER and Mr. Justice WRIGHT
arrived in Swansea on Wednesday evening.
The cause list for to-day (Thursday) is as follows.
Amanda Margaret EVANS v. E. H. DEAN
DAVIES v. DANDO and DANDO.
Mary Ann MATHIAS v. Rees Thomas EVANS and Gwendoline EVANS.
David Ewart JOHN v. Reginald H. GIBBS.
CREIGIAU CONCERT.
A highly successful concert, arranged by Miss FRAZER in connection with the
Creigiau and District Social Organisation, was given before a large audience at
the Parish-hall, Creigiau, on Wednesday evening and among those who contributed
to the programme were Miss GLADSTONE, Dr. Ralph DOWNING, Mrs. PARFITT, Mr. G. W.
DAVIES, Mr. Anthony SPOONER, and the Rev. Oswald BRENTON.
A sketch "A Pair of Lunatics," by Mrs. T. W. BARNETT and Miss MARSDEN, was also
greatly appreciated.
John Patrick
Western Mail Thursday November 18. 1926. No. 206.
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS.
IN MEMORIAM.
THOMAS- In Ever-loving Memory of dear little Elwedd, the dearly-loved younger
daughter of Dr. and Mrs. W. E. THOMAS, Ystrad Rhondda, who died November 18th,
1920.
THOMAS.- In Loving Memory of Thomas THOMAS, of Bunch of Grapes Hotel,
Newcastle-Emlyn, who passed away November 18th, 1924. (long verse.)
Lovingly remmbered by dear Wife and Children.
THOMAS.- Er Serchus Gof am Dad (Thomas James THOMAS), Relieving Officer, blaenor
ac arweinydd y gan ym Moriah, Ynysher, am dros 30 mylnedd, yr hwn a fu farw y
Sul, Tachwedd 15fed. 1924.
ROCKEY.- In Everlasting Memory of Jim, who died in hospital Nakura, East Africa,
November 18th, 1918, the beloved youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. ROCKEY, 218,
Newport-road. Sadly missed by all.
PEAK.- In Loving Memory of Lizzie Mary, beloved wife of Richard PEAK, 6, Zion
Hill, died November 18, 1925.
MAINWARING.- In Loving Remembrance of our dear sister Lilian, who died on the
18th November, 1924.- Sadly missed by Sister and Brothers.
MAINWARING.- In Loving Remembrance of our dear sister Lilian who died at
Coalbrook, Pontyberem on the 18th November 1924. Sadly missed by Mam and Daddy.
LLOYD.- In Ever-loving Memory of Evan David, the only beloved son of John and
Rosina LLOYD, Pentwyn, Gilfach-road, Tonypandy, died November 18th, 1920.
LLEWELLYN.- In Loving Memory of dear Betty, who died November 17th, 1919.- Sadly
missed by Dad, Mam, Gilbert, and Dena.
LLEWELLYN.- In Loving Memory of dear Betty, who died November 17th, 1919.- Sadly
missed by Mama, Stanton, Ieuan, Nancy.
EVANS.- In Ever-loving Memory of Connie (E.M.C.), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G.
EVANS, Butchers, Laugharne, who died November 15th, 1923. Ever remembered by
Father, Mother, and Family.
EDMUNDS.- A cherished and fond remembrance of our dearly-loved Laura, who passed
away at Highmead, Pontardawe, November 18th 1924.
DEATHS.
THOMAS.- On the 16th inst., at the Westbourne Hotel, Hospital-square, Swansea.
Edward THOMAS (late G.W. Hotel, Blaengwynfi) aged 71 years. Funeral Friday,
November 19, at 10.45 a.m., via Aberdare for Trealaw Cemetery at One p.m. G.O.
N.F.
SMITH.- November 17th, at Inglefield-avenue. Susanna, widow of the late Capt.
William Hawke SMITH and bdearly-loved mother of Mrs. George MOON, Penarth, and
Mrs. Walter WILLIAMS, Cardiff.
ROACH.- On November 16th, at Hyfrydle, Dunvant. Maria, the beloved wife of the
late John ROACH, Schoolmaster, Dunvant. Funeral Saturday. Two p.m., for Bethel,
Sketty; G.O. N.F.
LIGHT. At 1, Rice-street, Port Talbot, on November 16th, Thomas Desmond, the
darling child of Herbert Edwardv and Dorothy May LIGHT. Funeral Saturday Three
p.m.; G. O.
HENRY.- November 17th (suddenly) at 11, Romilly-road, Cardiff. Thomas Jenkin,
beloved husband of Jessie HENRY. Funeral leaving house for Llandaff on Friday
Twelve o'clock.
EVANS.- On Tuesday 16th November, at Bron-yr-Glyn, The Walk, Merthyr Tydfil,
James EVANS (Carmarthen Stores), dearly-beloved husband of Eleanor EVANS.
Interment Monday, leaving residence 2.30 o'clock; G.O.
CHALLENGER.- On November 16th, Henry CHALLENGER, at The Gate Inn, Llanfrecha,
beloved husband of Clara CHALLENGER. Funeral Saturday November 20th, at
Llanfrecha Church, leaving the house at Three o,clock; G.O.
ALEXANDER.- Thurman Harrison, Myrtle Villa, Llanllowell, Usk on November 13th
aged 76.
ALENIUS.- On November 16th, at St. Elisabeth Hospital, Antwerp. John William,
dearly-beloved husband of Matilda ALENIUS and loving father of Gertrude WILLIAMS
aged 71 after short illness.- Deeply mourned.
MARRIAGES.
ANDREWS - HUNTER.
November 17th at St. Fagan's Parish Church by Rev. E. W. MOXHAY. Phillip
youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. E. E. ANDREWS of 37, Cathedral-road, Cardiff and
Rachel, daughter of Mr.and Mrs. John HUNTER, Penhefyd, St. Fagan's.
John Patrick
Western Mail Wednesday November 17. 1926. No. 205.
SLEEPY SICKNESS.-Young Woman's Death At Port Talbot.
Miss REES (21), the daughter of a corporation employe living at Taibach, Port
Talbot, has died from sleepy sickness.
"This is the first case reported in the borough this year" says Dr. E. W.
RICHARDS medical officer of health. "We have had one or two cases recently every
year."
WELSH GIRL'S FATE.-Doctors To Be Tried On Reduced Charge.
The Grand Jury at the opening of the Manchester Assizes on Tuesday threw out the
bill for murder against Doctors HOLDEN and WEBSTER, who are to be tried in
connection with the death at Bamber Bridge, near Preston, of Miss Norah
Elizabeth MARMION (24), the daughter of a Penmaenmawr quarry-owner.
They returned true bills for manslaughter and felony.
Mr. Justice BRANSON, addressing the jury, said the real crime, if one had been
committed, was abortion. The fact that the woman was alleged to have died under
an operation technically made the case one of murder. However, that was a mere
technicality.
FORMER BOXER HURT-Knocked Off Cycle In Taff's Well Crash.
Mr. Willie J. MILLWARD, the ex-lightweight amateur boxer, and a milk vendor of
Taff's Well, was knocked off his motor-cycle in a collision with a motor-car at
Taff's Well on Tuesday, and sustained a fractured leg. He was taken to Cardiff
Infirmary and detained.
RECENT WILL.
MR. G. W. MOORE, OF LLANDAFF, LEAVES £32,989.
Mr. George Walter MOORE, of The White House, Llandaff, agent and manager for
Messrs WORMS and Co., shipowners, who died on June 17, left estate of the gross
value of £32,989, with net personalty £32,431. Probate of the will, dated June
7, 1926, has been granted to his daughter, Miss Dorothy Winifred MOORE, of St.
Mary's, Llandaff, and Mr. Edward WILLIAMSON, of Llandaff, solicitor. Testator
left £2,000 to his daughter Dorothy Winifred "in recognition of her unselfish
and loving care of me," £250 to Mary MOORE, £250, to his nephew John Macdonald
MOORE, £100, to each of his grandchildren, £50 to each of the sons of his
brother Charles Edward MOORE, £105 to Mr. WILLIAMSON, £20 each to his cook Annie
INGLETON and his house-parlourmaid Beatrice KIBBLE and £50 to his gardener Ralph
NORMAN if respectively in his service at his death, and the residue of the
property upon trusts for his children Dorothy Winifred MOORE, Eric Tellefson
MOORE, and Nina Margaret GABE.
PRIVILIGES ABUSED.-Outcrop Prosecutions At Merthyr.
The unauthorised working and removal of outcrop coal from the "Brig" and other
"patches" owned by the Thomas-Merthyr Colliery Company resulted in a series of
prosecutions at Merthyr on Tuesday.
Mr. Taliesin Griffiths (Gwilym JAMES, LLEWELLYN and Co., Merthyr) stated on
behalf of the company that his clients had issued permits to men affected by the
mining dispute to cut coal for their own household purposes on condition that
any surplus above their personal needs should be sold to a local merchant, Mr.
T. Llewellyn WILLIAMS. This privilege, however, had been abused, and in many
cases coal had been taken out of the district in motor-lorries.
Evan HAINES, a workman who cut the coal without a permit, was fined 20s., and
Mr. D. J. GOULD, a Merthyr coal merchant, to whom he was stated to have supplied
half a ton, was also fined 20s.
Mr. J. W. LEWIS (Merthyr) defended.
Mr. Jno. HANCOCK, coal merchant, Cefn Coed, was fined 20s.for offences arising
out of the carting of coal without authority, and a fine of 10s. was imposed on
George JONES, a haulier in his employ.
Mr. F. S. SIMONS (Merthyr) was for defendants.
Found in possesion of a motor-lorry of coal at Clwydyfagwr, Walter STRANG,
haulier, of Swansea, was fined £2.
Mr. Evan ROWLANDS (Swansea) defended.
CHILD TRESPASSER.-Ruling In Abertillery Injuries Claim.
His Honour Judge L. C. THOMAS gave an award for the defendant on a claim brought
at Abertillery on Tuesday, when the parents of Willie EVANS (4), of
Croft-street, Abertillery, sued for £8 for personal injuries from Charles
COUSINS, of Abertillery Mr. D. Edward JONES, Newbridge, was for applicant.
It was stated that the child was playing in a passage which led to the
defendant's yard. The defendant threw a tin towards a dust-bin. It struck a dog,
and rebounded and hit the child between the eyes, making a cut which became
septic, and the child was unable to see for three days.
In reply to Mr. S. P. GUNN (who represented him) defendant said he did not see
the the child when he threw the tin.
Mr. GUNN argued that the child was a trespasser, and the applicant was not
responsible for what happened to a trespasser.
John Patrick
Western Mail Wednesday November 17. 1926. No. 204.
GAZETTE NOTICES.
RECEIVING ORDERS IN BANKRUPTCY.
Bridgend Court.- WILLIAM THOMAS DAVIES, residing and carrying on business at 79,
Cowbridge-road, Bridgend. Builder.
NOTICES OF DIVIDENDS.
Carmarthen Court.- THOMAS OWEN DAVIES, 14 and 15, Chapel-street, Carmarthen,
grocer.- 3s. 81/2d. in the £, first and final.
Haverfordwest Court.- FREDERICK JAMES HECK, residing and carrying on business at
the Bush Tavern, 65, Bush-road, Pembroke Dock. licensed victualler.- 5s. 9 3/4d
in the £. first and final.
Newport Court.- WILLIAM HAMPTON GREENHALL, trading as the Hampton Electric
Company, residing at 15, Orchard-road, and carrying on business at
Newerne-street, Lydney, electrician.- 8 1/4d. in the £. first and final.
Pontypridd, Ystradyfodwyg, and Porth Court.- BENJAMIN CECIL, residing and
carrying on business at 1, Rhymney-terrace Caerphilly, and also carrying on
business at 1, Bartlett-street, Caerphilly, and 3, Pontygwindy-road, Caerphilly,
baker and confectioner.- 9d. in the £, first.
OBITUARIES.
FUNERAL OF MR. J. H. RUSSELL, PONTNEWYDD.
The funeral of Mr. James H. RUSSELL of Richmond-road, Pontnewydd took place on
Tuesday. Mr. RUSSELL was the manager of the Pontnewydd Labour Exchange and also
the assistant overseer and rate-collector. He was a deacon and secretary of the
Richmond-road Baptist Church.
The Rev. E. J. Forrest JONES officiated assisted by the Revs. W. E. ROBINSON
(Cwmbran), Thomas RICHARDS (Newport), David DAVIES (Llanelly), Thomas REEVES
(Abertillery), R. REES (Pontypool), Price EVANS (Pontypool), T. N. SEALY
(Llancarfan), and A. DAVIES (Pontnewydd).
The chief mourners were Messrs. Horace and Percy RUSSELL (sons); Mr. William
RUSSELL (brother); Messrs. Mr. T. WILLIAMS, Goldcliffe, H. WILLIAMS, Newport, D.
GALE, Whitson, and E. POWELL, Ponthir (brothers-in-law): Messrs. W. and J.
WILLIAMS, Rogerstone, and Matthais REDWICK (cousins): and Messrs. T. JAMES, W.
STEVENS, R. STEVENS, E. POWELL, G. YEATES, H. WILLIAMS, W. WILLIAMS, H. FRY, and
D. MATTHAIS (nephews). Mr. Bob BRYANT and Mr. A. J. STOCK (Newport).
The deacons of Richmond-road Church acted as bearers.
BLIND WELSH POET DEAD.
Mr. John WILLIAMS (54), Troedybryn, Ystalyfera, died at Swansea Hospital
following an operation. Although blind since infancy, he had developed wonderful
poetic abilities, and had won many prizes in eistedfoddau. He was a deacon at
Wern Congregational Church Ystalyfera. A nephew of Mr. D. W. DAVIES, of the
Pwllbach, Taibach, and Brynamman Anthracite Collieries (Limited), he leaves a
widow, but no children.
Mr. G. UDELL, PONTYPOOL.
The death as occurred in his 80th year of Mr. George UDELL, draper of
Commercial-street, Pontypool. Mr. UDELL was a member of the old Local Government
Board and later of the Pontypool Council of which he was at one time chairman.
He was a lay preacher and held all the offices open to a layman in the local
Wesleyan Methodist Church. He was a Liberal and a past president of the
Pontypool Liberal Club. Mr. and Mrs. UDELL celebrated their golden wedding last
year. A widow, two sons, and one daughter are left.
John Patrick
Photos of: St David's Church, Llanthony, MON
Dear Listers,
The latest subject to be added to my 'Welsh Churches and Chapels
collection' is:
The 900-year-old St David's Church located adjacent to the ruins of
Llanthony Priory in the Vale of Ewyas, Monmouthshire
(photography by John Ball)
Go to www.jlb2005.plus.com/walespic/churches/ and scroll down the index to
the relevant Llanthony link.
Kind regards,
John
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