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Letters addressed to Huw T. Edwards, 1929-1970, and carbon copies of letters sent by him, 1945-1969, concerning politics, literature, and the Council for Wales and Monmouthshire, including letters to and from political figures in the Labour Party and Plaid Cymru, and Welsh literary figures; pocket diaries, 1929-1968; minute books of the North Wales Labour Federation, 1923-1930; reports and memoranda concerning the activities of the Council for Wales and Monmouthshire, political life in North Wales, and the activities of TWW, 1935-1966; press cuttings relating to Edwards' political career and the activities of the Council for Wales and Monmouthshire, 1930-1968; illuminated addresses and distinctions presented to him, 1933-1969; miscellaneous printed items, 1912-1967; poems by him, 1950-1958; and other personal papers, 1926-1967; and acquired papers, notably letters from Sir Owen M. Edwards to Hughes and Son, Wrexham, printers, 1894-1895.

R. Price Jones, Divisional Controller, Ministry of Labour, Employment Department, Law Courts, Cathays Park, Cardiff. Huw T. Edwards has been appointed to the panel of representatives of Insured Contributors for the Court of Referees under the Unemployment Insurance Act, 1920, as the representative for the Caernarvon area. Outlines the functions of the Court of Referees. The sittings of the courts are heard at Penmaenmawr.

Arthur Moyle, MP, House of Commons. Thanks for letter of congratulations on his appointment as Private Secretary to the Prime Minister. Is pleased at the measure of goodwill which the appointment has provoked. Written in reply to A2/4.

Herbert Morrison, Lord President of the Council, Privy Council Office, Great George Street, London SW1. Thank you for the letter of 27 November and for the very interesting memorandum: 'It is useful to know of your views, especially because of your good work in Wales'. Written in reply to A2/8.

William Whiteley, Treasury, 12 Downing Street. Morgan Phillips has sent on Huw T. Edwards's letter listing eight persons whom he considers to be worthy recipients of honours. Would like him to select two persons. There would seem to be half a million people anxious to secure honours. 'Private and Confidential'. For reply see A2/10.

R. Stafford Cripps, Board of Trade, Millbank, London SW1. Has considered Huw T. Edwards's suggestion that the Wales and Monmouthshire Industrial Estate Company should be considered a suitable recipient of grants for North Wales purposes under the Development and Road Funds Act, 1909. Believes that local interests in North Wales should devise practical schemes for the utilisation of local resources. Believes that discussions should take place between representatives from North Wales and the Development Commission. Is aware of the recent proposal for the establishment of a woollen factory in Merionethshire. Is anxious to see a tangible result.

Ernest Bevin, Foreign Office, London SW1. Is very grateful for the contribution made at the Biennial Conference at Hastings on the occasion of his retirement. 'It was a great pleasure to have had the opportunity of taking part in the foundation of the amalgamation and of assisting in its development, and now to witness its magnificent hour and influence'. Would have liked to be able to hear the debates at the Congress. Very much appreciates the gift, although he is now involved in a different kind of work.

Clement Attlee, Prime Minister, 10 Downing Street, Whitehall. Thanks for the letter. Although his holiday is being cut short, is much enjoying being in North Wales.

Ralph St L. Peverley, Yale Club of New York, 50 Vanderbilt Avenue, New York. Describes the visit of Arthur Deakin and his colleague to New York. Is grateful to Huw T. Edwards for arranging the meeting which he much enjoyed. He admires the British people, but believes that it is essential that a longer working day should be implemented.

Ernest Bevin, Foreign Office, London SW1. Thanks Huw T. Edwards for the invitation to become President of the International Eisteddfod for the following year. He would like to accept, but is unable to make firm commitments so far in advance, and he will understand if someone else is approached.

Aneurin Bevan, Ministry of Health, Whitehall, London SW1. Regrets that Huw T. Edwards's name was divulged to the Flintshire County Council as the source of the information, but the confidential parts of the letter were not made public. The Council challenges Huw T. Edwards's assertions about its policy in allocating houses. Gives the amended resolution which was adopted by the Council. Discusses the record of the Council over the award of council properties to ex-servicemen.

E. Marsh, Treasury Chambers, Whitehall. The improvement scheme at Penmaenbach and Penyclip presents a number of engineering difficulties, and further deliberations are necessary on the precise scope and ultimate form of the works. A letter has recently been sent by Mr Herbert Morrison to the Caernarvonshire County Council confirming the terms of the contribution from the Road Fund, and work should commence shortly. It is not true that grants are being withheld because the money is required for other purposes.

E. R. Hergreaves, Private Secretary to the Committee of the Privy Council for Trade, Board of Trade, Millbank, London SW1. The President of the Board of Trade has asked the writer to forward to Huw T. Edwards the official notice (A1/20a) of his appointment as a member of the Wales and Monmouthshire Industrial Estates Ltd. His official notice of appointment as director of the company was sent to him in January.

T. E. Nicholas, Glasynys, Aberystwyth. Considers it a tragedy that a non-Welsh speaker has been appointed in charge of the Welsh Department at the National Museum of Wales. Believes that the two posts should be split, and that Iorwerth C. Peate, who has quite exceptional qualifications, should be appointed Head of the Welsh Department. Hopes that Huw T. Edwards will be able to attend the next meeting at Bangor, and that he will make his voice heard. He would welcome a conversation with Huw T. Edwards. Welsh.

Herbert Morrison, Privy Council Office, Great George Street, London SW1. Invites Huw T. Edwards to serve as a member of the Committee being set up to supervise Welsh projects which form part of the Festival of Britain. Hopes that Huw T. Edwards will agree to serve on the Committee.

James Griffiths, MP, Ministry of National Insurance, 6 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1. Has just returned from Scarborough. Is most grateful for the telegram of good wishes. 'There is a heavy year ahead & I shall do my best to help prepare the Party for 1950'. He appreciates the continued support of his old Welsh comrades.