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Would like John Herbert Lewis's advice on transferring water-colour drawings and wax models to the care of the National Museum of Wales or to the University.

Thanks for letter of good wishes. Has now spent four weeks at the United Theological College which he faced 'with much fear & trembling'. Is glad John Herbert Lewis is well in spite of his invalidity.

Thanks for letter of sympathy on her husband's death. Hopes her son will one day take up some of the work previously shouldered by his father.

The affairs of the Flintshire Historical Society - the publication of the Journal, changes in committees, finances. Kindly references were made to John Herbert Lewis. The death of Henry Taylor.

Describes the trip in Syria, Iraq, Trans-Jordania and Palestine. Has been to Gaza to see the war cemetery. Postcard.

Is glad to know John Herbert Lewis can read although he is confined to bed. Discusses books by Raven and Streeter. Has been helping Rev. R. W. Jones, Holyhead, to prepare a biography of Puleston, a most difficult task. Welsh.

Much appreciates John Herbert Lewis's interest in the new chapel; the opening was a great success and more than £1,000 was 'cleared'. Would like John Herbert Lewis to see the chapel. Is sorry to learn of John Herbert Lewis's disability. Welsh.

Wonders at the amount John Herbert Lewis is able to read. Is grateful for John Herbert Lewis's comments about his book on Christian science, which he was induced to write by the 'conversion' of a niece to Christian science. He is now 'very much behind the times in theological reading'. Has not yet seen Bigge's Indian Report. The continuation schools will become a necessity. Hears that Lloyd George has received a 'charming little note' from Ramsay MacDonald congratulating him on becoming the father of the House of Commons: 'LG's relations to MacDonald are certainly in need of improvement'. Has enjoyed Grant's [?] presence this term, 'amazingly vigorous and full of ideas'. He has enabled 'a concerted attack upon the scientific problems relating to African government' to be made. Clwyd remains 'young looking'.

Warm thanks for letter. John Herbert Lewis's support and confidence mean a great deal to him in the difficult new task he has undertaken [as General Secretary of the South Wales Miners' Federation].

Conveys a message of cordial greetings from the Court of the University of Wales which has recently met at Llandudno.

Thanks for the gift of Fisher's book. Believes society may be 'on the verge of some new & deep religious movement'. Reflects on the reasons for 'humanity's constant & consistent turning to religion throughout the ages'. Has heard from Vincent Evans. Reflections on political life - 'I often wonder what would happen if a great man, with deep convictions, & wide knowledge & finance appeared. All the poverty & suffering in the midst of incalculable wealth seems strangely out of place'. Christmas and New Year greetings.

Recounts changes at the Board of Education - 'There has been no man at the Bd of Edn like you since you left us ... I could well do with some of your inspiration & encouragement sometimes'.

Thanks for John Herbert Lewis's kind letter to the church. Welsh.

Happy New Year! Knows John Herbert Lewis remains much interested in 'the dear old Corff'. The north is very proud of Coleg Clwyd which will provide an adequate training for ministerial candidates. Discusses 'the movement to recover our Spiritual Autonomy in Christ'. Encloses a copy of the Articles as amended by the Joint Committee. Hopes that the Associations 'will appoint a Special Committee to confer with Parliamentary Agents as to drafting a bill, &c., &c'. There is an urgent need for 'a spiritual awakening'.

Recalls John Herbert Lewis's accident. Thanks for the book. Resents Fisher's use of the term 'north America' when he really means the United States. The reconstruction of the local church building. Is now reading the Spring Price letters. Has recently celebrated his 28th wedding anniversary. Family news.

Thanks for the cheque for the Building Fund of the National Museum of Wales. Much appreciates John Herbert Lewis's assistance.

Thanks for the gift which is characteristic of John Herbert Lewis's kindness. Reflections on contemporary society. Would like to meet John Herbert Lewis to discuss matters. Thinks society is 'on the verge of a great spiritual awakening'.

Thanks for letter of congratulations. Recalls 'our common work in Parliament and from even further back on to Clapham Common and W. S. Caine who first brought me into public work in London somewhere about 1853 or 4'. Sympathy with John Herbert Lewis's plight.

Thanks for letter. Regrets Neath is so far from Plas Penucha. Recounts his preaching activities and events at the local chapel. Many thanks for the gift of books. Family news.