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Gift by Leisan, son of Morgan, to Margam Abbey, of all the land of Rossaulin, between the water called Wrach and that called Cleudachcumkake, and between the water of Neth and the highway along the hills from Torbethel to Glinwrach, and common of pasture of all his land on the hills between Auena and Neth. Witnesses: Helias, dean of Newcastle; Maurice, Martin, Henry, and David, priests; Roger, son of Wian; David Puignel, John Sóór; Grunu, son of John. Latin. Large seal, red wax, as described in No. 110b.

An imperfect interleaved manuscript containing prayers, psalms and Scripture readings; 'Ystori Peilat'; 'Bychedd Saint Margred', 1642; poetry in strict metres by Sion Reithar, John Brwynog, Huw ap Dafid Lloyd, Ifan Brydydd Hir, Rhys Pennardd, Sypyn Kyfeiliog, ('yr hwn a gyfieithir dafydd bach am hadog wladaidd'), Sion Kain (1609) (holograph), Dogtor John Kemp, Robert Mredydd, Mathew Brwmffild, Rhobert ap D'd Llwyd, Dafid ap Gwilim, William Llyn, Syr Dafid Trefor, Ierwerth Fynglwyd, John Tvdyr, Huw ap Richard ap Dafid, Morys Dwyfech, Richard John Brwynog, Morgan ap Huw Lewis, John Ffylipp, Huw Machno, Gr[u]ffuth Grvg, Grvffvth ap Ieuan ap Llewelvn Fychan, Dafydd Ddv o hir addig, D'd ap Edmwnd, and Ri'd ap Hoell; 'Penillion', for the most part anonymous, but with occasional stanzas by Gwen Williams, William Phillip, Sr Huw Robert, [Rob]ert Lewis, etc.; prognostications of Erra Pater based on the incidence of New Year's Day, and weather prognostications based on the phases of the moon; 'Ymddiddan tydyr ag Ronw'; 'Y rhif euraid'; and a few accounts for clothes; etc. An incident during the Second Civil War, on 5 June 1648, is recorded on p. 85 ('y pvmed dydd or mihefin y bv yr maes Rhwng syr John owen a gwyr y parlmant yn llandygai ag yn Rhayth yr lafan ...'), and it is probable that the manuscript was compiled about the period 1642-8.

Quitclaim by Ener Bachan, brother of Alaithur, to Margam Abbey, of his right in the land of Frudul; and the lands within the waters of Auene and Kenefeg and without, and remission of all claims against the Abbey. Witnesses: Stephen, clerk of Kenefeg, Alaithur, Rees Coh, John; Wrunoch, son of Justin; Robert Pulmor. Latin. Round seal, dark green wax, 11/2 in. A circular shield with central boss and five concentric circles. + Sigill . Ener . Vachan.

Informing his mother that her order for him arrived yesterday. He is sorry about the considerable cost incurred, then informs her of his plan to leave Paris and expected arrive in London.

Requests the address of Ifor's parents.

He has received a postcard from Ifor L. Evans. A transcript of this card is contained in the letter.

Ifor is letting his parents know how pleased he is to have received their parcel of mince pies and a package from Dilys. He asks them to thank the latter but informs them that he has not received anything sent via Mr Gaston. Ifor signs off saying he is in good health and asks that they give his 'faithful hound' a biscuit on his behalf.

Writes how strange it is that Ifor has ended up in the very same place as a Mr D. Evans who had stayed with John on his way back to Germany. He is sure that they will make each other's acquaintance soon. Mr Rees has only just recently heard from Mr D. Evans. He has asked for many things so John thinks they are in great straits; he doubts he will get anything he sends. John writes that the war is terrible; the sight of a Red Cross Ambulance train the previous Tuesday made him feel sick.

Charter of King Henry II, confirming to the Church of St. Mary of Margam, and the monks therein, for the soul of Henry I, his grandfather, and the soul of the Count of Anjou, his father, whatever Robert, Earl of Gloucester, and others have given, or are about to give to the monks, viz. of the gift of Earl Robert, the land between Chenefec and Aven, the fisheries of Aven, and the Grange of Langewi; of the gift of William de Ponchardun, the land of Kinewerdesham; of the gift of Hugh de Raelega, the Grange of Grenedona; and granting quittance from toll, passage, portage, and all custom, for all things, bought, sold, or deported for their own use, 'because they and all their things are in my hands, and custody, and protection.'. Witnesses: Master Geoffrey Ridell', Count Reginald, William Fitz Hamo, Peter de Bello Campo, Geoffrey de Valoniis. [Occurs 1157-1166],. Dated at Leon [Lions-la-Forêt, Normandy]. Latin. Second great seal of Henry II, dark red wax, imperfect.

He dare not attempt the journey from Kerry to Aberdare. He has an important engagement in Emma on the Tuesday and could not possibly make the journey from Kerry to Aberdare and then be home again by Monday.

Mrs Harold is returning an enclosed newspaper cutting from Mrs Dale on the treatment of British prisoners. She is especially worried due to stories appearing in the paper about starvation but acknowledges they can't believe everything that is written in the papers.

Gift by Walter de Reigni to Margam Abbey, of 15 a. arable land between Blakeberege and the land of William Norrensis, and between the way leading from Blakeberege to Penchoterich, and the way leading from the same to Landhary. Witnesses: Sir Henry de Vmframuille, Henry de Budicume, Nicholas, dean of Liswrony; Griffin, brother of the archdeacon; Owen, son of Owen Lug; William, brother of Walter de Reigni; Hugh de Landefei, John his son, Walter and Geoffrey, monks of Margam. Latin. Pointed oval seal, dark green wax, 11/4 x 1 in. A seeded fleur-de-lis. + Sigil' : Walteri : De : Rein'.

Gift by Philip, Madoc, Ythenerd, sons of Kedic, and Madoc, son of Meuric, to Margam Abbey, of a meadow with marsh between the English Walda in the fee of Auene, and the meadow of Wronu Gogh, and near the arable land of Meles; also a meadow which belonged to Cleuyn in the same fee, between the meadow of the sons of Alaytho and the monks' 'Walda', and between the arable land of Meles and a wet ditch belonging to the monks; which meadows were given by the said Kedic and Meuric to the said Abbey. Rent 40d. Witnesses: Madoc ab Griffud, Lowarc ab David, Owen, Res, and Cradoc, sons of Alaytho; Meuric Gogh, Wronu ab Ythel. Latin. Four pointed oval seals, green wax, l? x 3/4 in. 1. An ornamental fleur-de-lis. + S' . Philippi : AB : Kiiedihk. 2. A bow and arrow; chipped. + Sigill' Madoc : AB : Kedic. 3. An ornamental flower; chipped. + S'i .......D : AB : Kedic. 4. An ornamental fleur-de-lis. + S' . Madoc . AB . Sievr'.

Gift by Wilim ab Joruerd, Madoc ab Joruerd, and Espus ab Joruerd, and Joruerd Vachan his brethren, with consent of their mother Wenthian, to Margam Abbey, of their land between Cumkerum and the source of Frudul, co. Glam., formerly held by Espus, their grandfather, and Cradoc ab Jewan du. Witnesses: Walter de Sulia, Henry de Humframville, William Frandens', Morgan Vachan, Grifin ab Res, Grifin Vachan, Jewan ab Wronu. Latin. Four round seals, green wax, ? in. diam. 1. A banner flag, charged with four chevrons. The background replenished with pellets. + S' Will'i . Filh . Yoruer . AB . Esp'. 2. A nearly similar design. + S' Madoc . Filti . Yorviet AB . Esp'. 3. A nearly similar design. + S' Yspois . Fil . Yerviet . AB . Esp'. 4. A nearly similar design. + S' Yorviet. Vahan . Fil' . Yorv' . AB . Esps. The paper copy of the schedule includes a pedigree.

Ifor is longing to hear from his parents once again. He lists a number of individuals he has received correspondence from and asks his parents to let them know he will reply to them at a later date. Ifor remarks that no delicacies sent to them after 10 January 1915 will be delivered. He says that Golden Syrup, soup extracts and nut meat would be acceptable. He then asks how everyone is (specifically mentioning Jaden and his grandmother), asks if they have heard any good news and says that he is looking forward to coming home but has little hope.

Gives advice to her aunty as to what items are best to send to the front; advice based on how hot the current climate is in Germany.

He has just received Mr Evans' letter and a telegram from Copenhagen. Mr Hoyle cannot offer any explanation for the message beyond what is contained in the telegram. However he expects the letter on which it is based to arrive in due course. He supposes the 5000 marks (£250) requested is a security for good behaviour and asks if any similar requests have been made of other prisoners known to Mr Evans. Mr Hoyle recommends not acting on the matter until the original letter is to hand.

He was delighted to hear from Ifor and wishes he was in a position to accept his offer to spend a weekend with him and his parents. However his future plans are currently uncertain and he is unable to consider anything of the kind at present. Mr Dale explains that he has plans to visit Gibraltar 14-20 January, though has had trouble getting his passport. So much so that he dare not leave town in case he is summoned to attend the Passport Office. He will be travelling overland via Paris and Madrid; he will return via Rome and Paris. He writes that all this travelling has given him an excuse to retire from his post at St Stephen's. He asks what Ifor is planning to do with himself before saying that if he thinks of coming to town before he leaves, he will be most welcome to stay.