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H. Francis Jones Papers
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Eisteddfodau

The series comprises correspondence relating to the unsuccessful bid to hold the National Eisteddfod in Colwyn Bay in 1933. It includes copies of the published invitation by the Colwyn Bay District and suggestions for literary competition subjects. Also includes some material relating to local eisteddfodau.

Urdd Gobaith Cymru

The series comprises administrative correspondence, including several letters from Sir Ifan ab Owen Edwards, and a copy of the programme for the Sixth Urdd National Eisteddfod held at Old Colwyn, May 1934.

Edwards, Ifan ab Owen, 1895-1970

`A Welsh Causerie'

The series comprises press cuttings relating to Welsh culture, nationalism and language, politics, eminent figures, literature, history, rural crafts, folklore and legends, customs, natural history, scenery, preachers, eisteddfodau and music.

Customs, folklore and gypsies

The file comprises cuttings on the subjects of superstitions and beliefs, ghosts, legend of Twm Sion Cati, customs linked with funerals, courtship, celebrations, hospitality, Christmas, plants, cures and healing, and the character and way of life of the Welsh gypsies.

Personal life

The series consists of correspondence with family members, friends and prominent Welsh cultural and political figures, 1894-1957, and personal papers, 1870-1953.

H-I

The file includes correspondence with Norah Isaac (1 letter) and E. Morgan Humphreys (1 letter).

Isaac, Norah.

Personal papers

The group comprises records relating to HFJ's membership of societies and other activities in his personal life, 1870-1953, records relating to his trusteeship of the Rev. T Frimston's testimonial fund, 1927-1928, and photographs, 1890s-post 1949.

Educational papers

The group comprises notes and drafts of lectures given under the auspices of the Workers' Educational Association, 1929-1948; for the Welsh history class `Yr Aelwyd' held at Colwyn Bay, 1928-1942, and material for lectures on a variety of subjects, 1924-1947.

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