A weekly newspaper circulating in the Aberdare Valley, Mountain Ash, Merthyr Tydfil, Pontypridd and Glyn Neath areas.
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Aberdare Valley, Mountain Ash, Merthyr Tydfil, Pontypridd and Glyn Neath areas. Published between 1902 and 1991, the newspaper's main content was local news. The newspaper's proprietors between 1902 and ca.1967 were W. Pugh and J. T. Rowlands, with the Celtic Press subsequently becoming proprietors. Associated titles: Aberdare Times (1869); Aberdare post (1912-1920); Mountain Ash Post (1912-1920); Aberdare and Mountain Ash Leader (1968); Mountain Ash Leader (1971); Cynon Valley leader (1991-).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
W. Pugh and J. L. Rowlands
Issue Dates:
1902-1968, 1971-1991
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal and labour politics, which circulated in Merthyr Tydfil, Hirwaun, Mountain Ash, Pontypridd, Vale of Neath, Rhondda Valley, Cardiff & generally throughout South Wales.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal and labour politics, which circulated in Merthyr Tydfil, Hirwaun, Mountain Ash, Pontypridd, Vale of Neath, Rhondda Valley, Cardiff & generally throughout South Wales. The newspaper's main content included local news. It was owned, published and edited by Josiah Thomas Jones (1799-1873). Associated titles: Y Gwron (1856-1860); The Aberdare Leader (1902-1991).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Josiah Thomas Jones
Issue Dates:
1861-1902
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Abergavenny area, Usk, Crickhowell and Llantilio Pertholey.
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Abergavenny area, Usk, Crickhowell and Llantilio Pertholey. Founded in 1871, the newspaper's main content was local news. The newspaper's founder was Edwin Morgan, with M. Morgan and Company proprietors between ca.1906 and 1965, Berrows Newspapers Ltd, between 1965 and 1983, and Tindle Newspapers between 1983 and 2000. The newspaper's first two editors were W. M. J. Scanlon and George Harris. Associated titles: Abergavenny Chronicle and Gazette (2000).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Abergavenny Chronicle Ltd.
Issue Dates:
1871-2000
A weekly newspaper which circulated in the Abergavenny area from April 1904 to August 1914.
A weekly newspaper which circulated in the Abergavenny area from April 1904 to August 1914. It claimed to be "the leading paper of the district", "bright, crisp and chatty" and "the popular non political family newspaper".
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Thomas G. Vaughan
Issue Dates:
1904-1914
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics, which circulated in Ceredigion, South Merionethshire and West Montgomeryshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics, which circulated in Ceredigion, South Merionethshire and West Montgomeryshire. The newspaper's main content included local and district news, together with a list of visitors. From about 1895 it was owned by John Morgan, but was later sold on to David Rowlands (ca. 1910). Richard Hughes Williams (Dic Tryfan, 1878?-1919) was a notable editor from 1913 to 1915.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
David Jenkins
Issue Dates:
1858-1915
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated throughout Wales.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated throughout Wales. The newspaper's main content included local, district and national news, together with reports on agriculture, railway information, extracts from other publications and a small section in Welsh. Associated titles: The Aberystwyth times, Cardiganshire chronicle and Cambrian news (1869-1870).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Philip Williams
Issue Dates:
1868-1869
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which circulated in Corwen, Bala and Llangollen.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which circulated in Corwen, Bala and Llangollen. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, together with advertisements.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Corwen Printing Company
Issue Dates:
1902-1945
A weekly bilingual newspaper circulating in the Amman Valley and east Carmarthenshire from 1913 to 1959.
A weekly bilingual newspaper circulating in the Amman Valley and east Carmarthenshire from 1913 to 1959. The newspaper began on the 24th of July 1913 and ended on the 24th of September 1959. Publication was suspended between the 28th of January and the 2nd of September 1915 owing to destruction of the plant by fire. The 'Amman Valley Chronicle' was bought by the South Wales Guardian Group in 1959. Associated titles: South Wales guardian and Amman Valley chronicle (1959-).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Gwilym Vaughan
Issue Dates:
1913-1959
A biweekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of radical and nonconformist principles, which circulated in North Wales and the Welsh speaking parts of Merseyside.
A biweekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of radical and nonconformist principles, which circulated in North Wales and the Welsh speaking parts of Merseyside. William Rees (Gwilym Hiraethog, 1802-1883) and John Jones (1790-1855) established the newspaper in Liverpool in 1843 with William Rees being the first editor up until 1852, who was then followed by John Roberts (Ieuan Gwyllt, 1822-1877). The family of John Lloyd (fl. 1833-1859) bought the paper in 1848, but in 1859 it was sold onto Thomas Gee, who subsequently merged it with 'Baner Cymru' to form 'Baner ac Amserau Cymru'. It originally had to fight for its existence, but after the publication of 'The Letters of an Old Farmer', which covered such subjects as religion, politics, the Corn Laws, education, the Oxford movement and the Papacy, the paper flourished. But with the paper's support of Russia in the Crimea war the circulation fell, and from 1855 it also had difficulties competing with the weekly papers of the day, after the abolishment of the stamp duty. Associated titles: Baner ac Amserau Cymru (1859-1971).
Frequency:
Biweekly
Publisher:
Michael James Whitty & William Ellis
Issue Dates:
1843-1859
A Welsh language weekly newspaper launched by Thomas Gee who had previously acquired the Liverpool based ‘Amserau’.
A Welsh language weekly newspaper launched by Thomas Gee who had previously acquired the Liverpool based ‘Amserau’. The paper propagated the Liberal and non-conformist point of view. It was published between 1859 and 1971. In 1972 it was succeeded by Y Faner . Associated titles: ‘Yr Amserau’ (1843-1859); 'Baner Cymru' (1857-1859); ‘Y Faner’ (1972-1992).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Thomas Gee
Issue Dates:
1859-1971
A weekly newspaper which circulated in the Barmouth area.
A weekly newspaper which circulated in the Barmouth area. The newspaper was established by John Hughes, "Glanaig", in 1877. Morris Griffith Roberts purchased the paper in 1906. The newspaper's main content included local news and visitor lists. Associated titles: Barmouth advertiser and district weekly news (1918-1976).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Morris G. Roberts
Issue Dates:
1877-1918
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Barry, Penarth and the Vale of Glamorgan.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Barry, Penarth and the Vale of Glamorgan. The newspaper's main content included local and general news. Associated titles: South Wales star (1891-1894); Barry & district news (1925-1933).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
South Wales Advertising, Printing, and Publishing Company
Issue Dates:
1889-1925
A weekly newspaper circulating in Barry, Cadoxton and South Glamorganshire.
A weekly newspaper circulating in Barry, Cadoxton and South Glamorganshire. Published between 1896 and 1962, the newspaper's main content was local news. The newspaper's first proprietor was the Barry Herald Company, which was also the owner between ca.1910 and 1962, with Thomas Thomas the proprietor in ca. 1906.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Barry Herald Company
Issue Dates:
1896-1962
A liberal weekly newspaper which began in 1912 and was circulated in Breconshire, Radnorshire, Carmarthenshire, the Swansea Valley and Brynmawr.
A liberal weekly newspaper which began in 1912 and was circulated in Breconshire, Radnorshire, Carmarthenshire, the Swansea Valley and Brynmawr. Associated titles: Brecon & Radnor Express and Carmarthen gazette (1889-1911); Brecon & Radnor Express and County Times (1933-1972).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Robt. Read
Issue Dates:
1912-1933
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative and unionist politics, established by William Clark and which circulated in Breconshire, Herefordshire, Radnorshire, Glamorganshire and Monmouthshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative and unionist politics, established by William Clark and which circulated in Breconshire, Herefordshire, Radnorshire, Glamorganshire and Monmouthshire. The newspaper was the oldest printed in the county and was also the recognised medium for all business purposes, but also covered local and county news. Amongst the notable journalists was Edwin Poole (1851-1895). Associated titles: Brecon and Radnor county times (1894-18--?).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William Henry Clark
Issue Dates:
1867-1893
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated throughout South Wales and Breconshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated throughout South Wales and Breconshire. The newspaper's main content included local, national and foreign news, together with advertisements.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
David Williams
Issue Dates:
1863-1867
A weekly bilingual newspaper, established in 1906 by Hugh Evans (1854-1934), as a paper for the Welsh of Liverpool, until the circulation expanded throughout Wales.
A weekly bilingual newspaper, established in 1906 by Hugh Evans (1854-1934), as a paper for the Welsh of Liverpool, until the circulation expanded throughout Wales. The newspaper's main content consisted of the weekly news, but was also devoted to Welsh interests. The newspaper's first editor was John Herbert Jones ('Je Aitsch' 1860-1943), followed by Gwilym R. Jones (1903-1993), who stayed on as editor until the paper ended in 1939. He was also responsible for bringing more of a political tone to the paper. Some prominent writers of the day were also frequent contributors, amongst them being the paper's founder Hugh Evans, Griffith Roberts (Gwrtheyrn, 1846-1915), William Albert Williams (1909-1946) and Kate Roberts (1891-1985). The paper was owned by Evans, Sons & Foulkes (1906-1909); Hugh Evans & Sons (1909-).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Evans, Sons & Foulkes
Issue Dates:
1906-1939
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated in Cardiganshire, North Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated in Cardiganshire, North Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. The newspaper's main content included local and general news and amongst the newspaper's editors was Henry Tobit Evans (1844-1908).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
The Welsh Press Company Limited
Issue Dates:
1892-1901
A daily English language newspaper, which circulated in South and West Wales, with several different editions.
A daily English language newspaper, which circulated in South and West Wales, with several different editions. It espoused a broadly Liberal stance. Originally called 'Cambrian daily leader', it changed its title to 'The Cambria daily leader after four issues'. The newspaper's main content included local, general and foreign news. The newspaper later merged with 'South Wales daily post' and in 1932 with 'The South Wales evening post'. Associated titles: South Wales daily post (1893-1930).
Frequency:
Daily
Publisher:
Frederick Wicks
Issue Dates:
1861-1930
The first weekly newspaper to be published in Wales.
The first weekly newspaper to be published in Wales. It was established by George Haynes and L. W. Dillwyn in 1804, to help promote Swansea's commercial growth. It circulated the principal towns of South Wales, the West of England, and largely in America, India, and the British Colonies. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, but also advocated mining, agricultural, and commercial interests. It was owned by Cambrian Newspapers Co. (ca. 1895-), but subsequently by South Wales Post Newspapers Co. (ca. 1906-). Associated titles: Herald of Wales and the Cambrian (1930-1932).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
T. Jenkins
Issue Dates:
1804-1930
A weekly newspaper published mainly in English, circulating around the districts of North and Mid Wales.
A weekly newspaper published mainly in English, circulating around the districts of North and Mid Wales. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, advertisements, sports and leisure reports. It also included several Welsh articles. Amongst the newspaper's editors were Sir John Gibson (1841-1915) and Dewi Morgan (Dewi Teifi, 1877-1971). At its peak the weekly circulation reached over 25,000. It is currently owned by the Cambrian News Ltd. Associated titles: Merionethshire Standard and Mid-Wales Herald (1864-1868).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
John Askew Roberts, Edward Woodall & Richard Henry Venables
Issue Dates:
1869-
A weekly English language newspaper, established in 1845, circulating in the main towns and cities of Glamorganshire, Monmouthshire and Breconshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, established in 1845, circulating in the main towns and cities of Glamorganshire, Monmouthshire and Breconshire. The newspaper's main content was local and national news, foreign intelligence, railway timetables and extracts of literature. Associated title: Glamorgan Monmouth & Brecon gazette Cardiff advertiser, and Merthyr guardian.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Henry Webber
Issue Dates:
1845-1874
A weekly English language liberal newspaper.
A weekly English language liberal newspaper. It was established in 1857, and circulated throughout Glamorganshire, Monmouthshire, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Cardiganshire, Breconshire, Radnorshire, Montgomeryshire and the adjoining English counties. For the first forty years the newspaper's main content was Welshl Liberalism, but in 1886 its contents was completely re-modelled to include other features such as contributions by Welsh writers and eminent Welsh bards, serial stories and descriptions of Welsh social life. One of its contributors was William Abraham (Mabon, 1842-1922). From 1857 to 1928 it was owned by D. Duncan & Sons, and from 1930 onwards by the Western Mail. The newspaper was published between 1857-1928 and 1930-1955. Associated titles: South Wales Weekly News and Cardiff Times (1928-1930).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
David Duncan and William Ward
Issue Dates:
1857-1928
A weekly English language newspaper which circulated in the districts of Cardigan Bay, Dolgellau, Barmouth and Towyn.
A weekly English language newspaper which circulated in the districts of Cardigan Bay, Dolgellau, Barmouth and Towyn. The newspaper's main content included local news and a list of visitors.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
J. Gibson
Issue Dates:
1887-1904, 1916
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated in Cardigan and adjoining villages, Newcastle Emlyn, Llandyssul, Carmarthen, Aberaeron, Newquay, Newport, Fishguard, and the towns and villages generally in the counties of Cardigan, Carmarthen, and Pembroke, and among the Welsh in the large towns in England.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated in Cardigan and adjoining villages, Newcastle Emlyn, Llandyssul, Carmarthen, Aberaeron, Newquay, Newport, Fishguard, and the towns and villages generally in the counties of Cardigan, Carmarthen, and Pembroke, and among the Welsh in the large towns in England. The newspaper's main content included local and district news.
Frequency:
Weekly
Issue Dates:
1876-1898
A weekly English language newspaper, which was the official organ of the Conservative party in South Wales and advocated the principles of the Church of England.
A weekly English language newspaper, which was the official organ of the Conservative party in South Wales and advocated the principles of the Church of England. It was established by a group of Whigs and gentlemen, but became a Tory paper in the 1820s. The newspaper circulated in Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Cardiganshire and South Wales, with its content including articles on agriculture and commerce. Associated titles: Journal (1887-1910).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
J. Daniel
Issue Dates:
1810-1877
A weekly English language Liberal newspaper, which circulated in Carmarthen and throughout South Wales.
A weekly English language Liberal newspaper, which circulated in Carmarthen and throughout South Wales. The newspaper's main content included reports on all meetings and matters of local interest, together with foreign and general news of the week. Edward Joseph (ca. 1872-) owned the newspaper and then M. Lawrence (ca. 1895-).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William Morgan Evans
Issue Dates:
1860-1921
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated around North Wales and the English cities of London, Liverpool and Manchester.
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated around North Wales and the English cities of London, Liverpool and Manchester. The newspaper's main content included local and general news. Amongst the newspaper's editors were Owen Picton Davies (1882-1970) and Daniel Rees (1855-1931). Associated titles: Carnarvon herald and North Wales advertiser (1831-1836); Carnarvon and Denbigh herald and Merioneth news (1920-1922).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
James Rees
Issue Dates:
1836-1920
A weekly Welsh language politically radical newspaper, established in 1878 and circulating throughout Wales.
A weekly Welsh language politically radical newspaper, established in 1878 and circulating throughout Wales. The newspaper's main content was religious news and discussion. Amongst the paper's editors were Samuel Roberts (1800-1885), Michael D. Jones, Evan Pan Jones (1834-1922), D. Stephan Davies (1841-1898), William (Keinion) Thomas (1856-1932), D. Silyn Evans and others. The newspaper was published in several different locations including Bala, Caernarfon, Bangor, Aberfan and Llanelli between 1878-1902 and 1905-1906. Associated titles: Y tyst (1892-); Y Celt newydd (1903-1905).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
H. Evans
Issue Dates:
1878-1902, 1905-1906
A weekly newspaper circulating in Cheshire and north Wales that mainly published local news.
A weekly newspaper circulating in Cheshire and north Wales that mainly published local news. The newspaper was established in 1854 by Henry Smith and Henry Mills, with the Cheshire and North Wales Newspaper Company becoming proprietors in 1891. Originally a politically neutral newspaper, by the late 1850s it was a liberal newspaper and by the 1890s a conservative one. The newspaper ceased publication in 1989. Associated titles: Cheshire Observer and Chester, Birkenhead and North Wales Times (1863); The Chester Observer (1979).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
James Albert Birchall
Issue Dates:
1871-1979, 1987-1989
A weekly conservative newspaper circulating in the Chester area, Shropshire, Lancashire, Staffordshire and North Wales.
A weekly conservative newspaper circulating in the Chester area, Shropshire, Lancashire, Staffordshire and North Wales. The newspaper's main content was local and district news. In 1900 the newspaper's proprietor was James Albert Birchall and amongst the newspaper's editors was Robert Dennis. The newspaper was published between 1831 and 1958. Associated titles: Chester Courant and Anglo-Welsh Gazette (1825); Chester Courant (1958-1982).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
James Albert Birchall
Issue Dates:
1831-1958
A weekly Welsh language conservative newspaper, which circulated in Anglesey, Liverpool and Manchester.
A weekly Welsh language conservative newspaper, which circulated in Anglesey, Liverpool and Manchester. The newspaper's main content included local and district news and amongst the newspaper's editors were Hugh Edwards and Edward Owen Jones (E.O.J., 1871-1953). Associated titles: Clorianydd a'r Gwalia (1921-1969).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
David Williams
Issue Dates:
1891-1921
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in the north of Pembrokeshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in the north of Pembrokeshire. The newspaper's main content included local, district and general news. Levi Evans, latterly L. Evans & Sons of Fishguard, owned the paper and amongst the newspaper's compositors and reporters was David Emrys James (Dewi Emrys, 1881-1952).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Levi Evans
Issue Dates:
1886-1978
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics and which upheld the principles of the Church of England.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics and which upheld the principles of the Church of England. It circulated in Usk, Raglan, Monmouth, Abergavenny, Caerleon, Newport, Chepstow, Pontypool, and the mineral and agricultural districts of the county. The newspaper's main content included local and district news, with a special focus on the local agricultural matters. Associated titles: Usk observer (1855-1866).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
James Henry Clark
Issue Dates:
1867-1908
A weekly Welsh language liberal newspaper, that was established by Isaac Foulkes (Llyfrbryf, 1836-1904), who also owned and edited the paper.
A weekly Welsh language liberal newspaper, that was established by Isaac Foulkes (Llyfrbryf, 1836-1904), who also owned and edited the paper. It circulated throughout Wales and it’s main content included local and general news. Amongst the notable people that worked on the newspaper were Thomas Gwynn Jones (1871-1949), John Herbert Jones (Je Aitsh, 1860-1943) and Robert John Rowlands (Meuryn, 1880-1967).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Isaac Foulkes
Issue Dates:
1890-1909
A weekly bilingual newspaper circulating among the Welsh community in London.
A weekly bilingual newspaper circulating among the Welsh community in London. Published between 1907 and 1916 the newspaper's main content was London Welsh news with reports on the social and religious life of the community. Associated titles: London Welshman (1904-1906).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
The London Welsh Publishing Co. Ltd.
Issue Dates:
1907-1916
Y Darian was a radical Welsh language newspaper that circulated in the South Wales valleys and Monmouthshire.
Y Darian was a radical Welsh language newspaper that circulated in the South Wales valleys and Monmouthshire. It included poems by local people and issues relating to the Welsh coalfields. It was the only undenominational paper printed in Welsh in South Wales at the time. Associated titles: Tarian y gweithiwr (1875-1914)
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
W. Pugh and J. L. Rowlands
Issue Dates:
1914-1934
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Cardiganshire, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Cardiganshire, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. The newspaper's main content included local news and information for visitors . Amongst the newspaper's editors was Evan Watkin (fl. ca. 1801-ca. 1845).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
J. Cox
Issue Dates:
1840
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around the districts Denbigh, Ruthin, the Vale of Clwyd and generally throughout the counties of Denbigh and Flint.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around the districts Denbigh, Ruthin, the Vale of Clwyd and generally throughout the counties of Denbigh and Flint. The newspaper's main content included local and general news and was owned by Charles Cottom & Co. Associated titles: Denbigh, Rhuthin and Vale of Clwyd free press, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Merionethshire news (1881-1887); Denbighshire free press and North Wales times (1957- ).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Charles Cottom & Co.
Issue Dates:
1888-1957
A weekly Welsh language newspaper that included news relating to Wales, articles on religious matters, Welsh literature, politics, local advertisements and poetry.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper that included news relating to Wales, articles on religious matters, Welsh literature, politics, local advertisements and poetry. Y Dinesydd Cymreig (The Welsh Citizen) was the leading Welsh weekly newspaper for the Labour Party in north Wales. It was published every Wednesday in Caernarfon.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
s.t.
Issue Dates:
1912-1929
A Welsh language newspaper published in Patagonia (Argentina).
A Welsh language newspaper published in Patagonia (Argentina). Established by Lewis Jones, who as also its editor until 1893 when he was succeeded by his daughter Eluned Morgan. The newspaper included reports on various subjects including politics, the economy, social and cultural news as well as news from the Settlemement itself, Buenos Aires and from Wales. Published now in Rawson, Argentina by Secretaría de Cultura del Chubut. Y Drafod was intended to support and promote Welsh culture in the Settlement.
Frequency:
Semiweekly
Publisher:
s.t.], 1891-
Issue Dates:
A weekly Welsh language newspaper that was circulated amongst the Welsh speakers of the United States.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper that was circulated amongst the Welsh speakers of the United States. It was founded in 1851 in New York as 'Y Drych Americanaidd', before merging with the 'Gwyliedydd Americanaidd' in 1855 to form 'Y Drych a'r Gwyliedydd'. In 1860 the newspaper was purchased by its editor John Williams Jones, and was renamed 'Y Drych'. In 1861 the newspaper was moved to Utica, one of the most important publishing centres in the United States, where it developed into the principal newspaper of the Welsh in the United States. The newspaper's main content included news relating to Wales and of the Welsh in the United States. Amongst its editors was Thomas B. Morris (Gwyneddfardd). In 1865 the newspapers was purchased by John Mather Jones (1826-1874) and subsequently merged with 'Baner America' to form 'Y Drych a Baner America'. Associated titles: Drych a'r Gwyliedydd (1855-1857); Drych a Baner America (1877-1890).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Mather Jones
Issue Dates:
1860-1877
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which was established by Samuel Roberts and circulated among the Independents of North Wales.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which was established by Samuel Roberts and circulated among the Independents of North Wales. The newspaper's main content included political & religious news & views, in which it advocated advanced liberal principles. In 1871 it merged with 'Tyst Cymreig' to form 'Tyst a'r Dydd', but only lasted one year, before reverting back to the original title. In 1954 the paper merged with 'Corwen chronicle and border advertiser', before once again reverting its title back in 1992. The paper was not published in 1891. Amongst the editors were Samuel Roberts and Richard Davies (Mynyddog, 1833-1877). Associated titles: Tyst Cymreig (1870); Tyst a'r dydd (1871); Corwen chronicle and border advertiser (1954); Y dydd a'r Corwen chronicle (1954).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William Hughes
Issue Dates:
1868-1870, 1872-1954
A daily English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics and which circulated in the district of Cardiff.
A daily English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics and which circulated in the district of Cardiff. The newspaper's main content included local and general news. Associated titles: Evening Express and Evening Mail (1902-1917).
Frequency:
Daily
Publisher:
Walter Alfred Pearce
Issue Dates:
1887-1902
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Flintshire and Denbighshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Flintshire and Denbighshire. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, together with advertisements. From about 1895 Davies & Co. owned it, but was subsequently sold on to Flintshire Observer Co. Ltd. Associated titles: Flintshire observer and news (1913-1964); The Flintshire news (1909-1913).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
James Davies and Edward Jones Davies
Issue Dates:
1857-1913
‘Y genedl’, succeeded ‘Y genedl Gymreig’ and carried on the latter’s tradition of radicalism in politics.
‘Y genedl’, succeeded ‘Y genedl Gymreig’ and carried on the latter’s tradition of radicalism in politics. It supported the Liberal party but was also open to contributions which reflected the socialist point of view and gradually moved towards a socialist position. It merged with ‘Y glorian’ an ‘Yr arweinydd’ in 1916, and incorporated ‘Y wyntyll’ in 1925. Amongst the paper's editors and contributors were John Thomas (Eifionydd, 1914-1922), E. Morgan Humphreys (1882-1955) and O. Llewelyn Owain (1877-1956). Associated titles : Y genedl Gymreig (1877-1914); Y glorian (1899-1916) ; Yr arweinydd (1906-1916); Y wyntyll (1903-1925).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Thomas Jones yn swyddfa'r "Genedl"
Issue Dates:
1914-1936
A weekly Welsh language newspaper and supporter of Radical principles.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper and supporter of Radical principles. From 1892 onwards it supported the Liberal Party. The newspaper was established by Hugh Pugh, Evan Jones, W. Cadwaladr Davies and John Davies (Gwyneddon, 1832-1904) in 1877. It was printed by D. W. Davies until it was bought by the Welsh National Press Company in 1884. In 1892 the newspaper was bought by a company founded by a few Liberal members of parliament, and Beriah Gwynfe Evans was appointed editor. The newspaper played a prominent part in Radical politics at the turn of the century and during the campaign to dissociate from the Church of England. From 1892 onwards two editions were published, one for the North and one for the South. Amongst the paper's editors and contributors were John Owen Jones (Ap Ffarmwr, 1861-1899), Beriah Gwynfe Evans, John Thomas (Eifionydd, 1848-1922), E. Morgan Humphreys and O. Llewelyn Owain. Associated titles: Y genedl (1914-1937).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Thomas Jones
Issue Dates:
1877-1914
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal and nationalistic politics and which circulated in Glamorganshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal and nationalistic politics and which circulated in Glamorganshire. The newspaper's main content included local and general news. Associated titles: Glamorgan free press, Pontypridd and Rhondda chronicle (1905-1921).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Glamorgan Free Press
Issue Dates:
1891-1905
A weekly newspaper circulating throughout central Glamorgan.
A weekly newspaper circulating throughout central Glamorgan. Founded in 1894, the newspaper's main content was local news. The newspaper's proprietor in 2011 was Media Wales Ltd. Associated titles: Bridgend and Neath Chronicle and County of Glamorgan Advertiser (1888); Central Glamorgan Gazette and General, Commercial and Agricultural Advertiser (1866).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Central Glamorgan Printing and Publishing Company Limited
Issue Dates:
1894-
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics, which circulated throughout Glamorganshire, Monmouthshire and Breconshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics, which circulated throughout Glamorganshire, Monmouthshire and Breconshire. The newspaper's main content included local news. Associated titles: Glamorgan, Monmouth & Brecon gazette, Cardiff advertiser, and Merthyr guardian (1841-1844).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William Mallalieu
Issue Dates:
1832-1841
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics and which circulated for the Welsh Calvinistic Methodists throughout Wales, including the Welsh of Liverpool, Manchester, London and Bristol.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics and which circulated for the Welsh Calvinistic Methodists throughout Wales, including the Welsh of Liverpool, Manchester, London and Bristol. The newspaper's main content reflected the denominational interests and news relating to the Union, while also advocating temperance and radicalism. Established in 1869 as a private venture, it was then subsequently bought by the Union in 1911. Amongst its editors were John Davies (Gwyneddon, 1832-1904) and John Roberts (Ieuan Gwyllt, 1822-1877).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
John Davies
Issue Dates:
1869-1990
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics and imperialistic in tone, which circulated throughout Wales, London, Liverpool and Manchester.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics and imperialistic in tone, which circulated throughout Wales, London, Liverpool and Manchester. The newspaper's main content included articles and reports on all political, social and religious matters, with agriculture, trade and eisteddfodau also being covered. Amongst the newspaper's editors was Robert Owen Hughes (Elfyn, 1858-1919). Associated titles: Clorianydd a'r Gwalia (1921-1969). Associated titles: Clorianydd a'r Gwalia (1921-1969).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Robert Williams
Issue Dates:
1881-1921
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics and the causes of the working classes which circulated in South Wales.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics and the causes of the working classes which circulated in South Wales. David Williams (Alaw Goch, 1809-1863), Abraham Mason and William Williams (Carw Coch, 1808-1872) founded the newspaper and amongst the editors were Lewis William Lewis (Llew Llwyfo, 1831-1901) and John Roberts (Ieuan Gwyllt, 1822-1877). Walter Lloyd (1822-1883) became the newspaper's proprietor in November 1859. The newspaper was chiefly devoted to Welsh literature and gave a chance for the poets and authors of the valleys and South Wales, to publish their works. Amongst the newspaper's poetry editors were William Williams (Caledfryn, 1801-1869) and William Thomas (Islwyn, 1832-1878).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Abraham Mason
Issue Dates:
1858-1884
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, published by the Wesleyan Church and which circulated in North and South Wales, together with the main cities of England.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, published by the Wesleyan Church and which circulated in North and South Wales, together with the main cities of England. The newspaper's main content included local news and amongst the newspaper's founders was William Hugh Evans (Gwyllt y Mynydd, 1831-1909), who also edited the paper for 13 years; other notable editors included John Hughes (Glanystwyth, 1842-1902) and John Jones (Vulcan, 1825-1889). Associated titles: Gwyliedydd newydd (1910-1977).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Amos Brothers
Issue Dates:
1877-1909
A weekly bilingual Wesleyan newspaper, which circulated throughout Wales.
A weekly bilingual Wesleyan newspaper, which circulated throughout Wales. The newspaper's main content included religious news and information. Amongst the newspaper's notable editors was David Gwynfryn Jones (1867-1954), with contributions also from David Delta Evans (Dewi Hiraddug, 1866-1948), Owen Madoc Roberts (1867-1948) and John Huw Williams (1871-1944). Associated titles: Y gwyliedydd (1877-1909).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Lewis Davies
Issue Dates:
1910-1977
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated in Haverfordwest, Pembroke, Pembroke Dock, Tenby, Narberth, Milford, Fishguard, Newport, St.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated in Haverfordwest, Pembroke, Pembroke Dock, Tenby, Narberth, Milford, Fishguard, Newport, St. David's, Solva and Cardiganshire. The newspaper's main content included local, national and foreign news, together with columns for literature and art. Associated titles: Pembrokeshire telegraph (1919-1934).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
John Rees Davies
Issue Dates:
1854-1919
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, established by James Rees in 1855, as a Liberal paper and which circulated in Anglesey and the district of Arfon.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, established by James Rees in 1855, as a Liberal paper and which circulated in Anglesey and the district of Arfon. The newspaper's main content included general news of and for the Welsh people, but with a special focus on literature, with such notable contributors as William Lewis Lewis (Llew Llwyfo, 1831-1901), Richard Hughes Williams (Dic Tryfan, 1878?-1919) and T. Gwynn Jones (1871-1949). Amongst the newspaper's editors were Robert John Rowlands (Meuryn, 1880-1967), Owen Picton Davies (1882-1970), John James Hughes (Alfardd, 1842-1875) and Daniel Rees (1855-1931). The newspaper merged in 1937 with 'Genedl Cymreig', to form 'Herald Cymraeg a'r genedl'. Associated titles: Herald Cymraeg a'r genedl (1937- ).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Daniel Rees
Issue Dates:
1855-1937
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated throughout Wales.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated throughout Wales. The newspaper's main content included national and general news. Associated titles: Herald of Wales (1886-1890; 1882-1979).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
[s.n.]
Issue Dates:
1882-1886
A weekly English language conservative newspaper, which circulated in the district of Usk.
A weekly English language conservative newspaper, which circulated in the district of Usk. The newspaper's main content promoted social and political progress and the principles of the Church of England, with a special focus of agricultural matters and family interests. The paper was succeeded by 'The Uks observer'. Associated titles: The Usk observer (1855-1866).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
James Henry Clark
Issue Dates:
1855
A weekly Welsh language newspaper which was supportive of socialist politics.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper which was supportive of socialist politics. It was established by Ebenezer Rees (1848-1908) in Ystalyfera, as a paper to serve the industrial districts of Glamorganshire and Carmarthenshire. Ebenezer Rees was a prominent figure of the Labour movement, with the paper also being an important medium to promote the cause. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, together with advertisements. In 1908, Ebenezer Rees's sons inherited the paper, they being David James Rees and Elwyn Rees, and under their influence, they incorporated more English, rather than Welsh, into the paper. In 1915, its title became 'Labour voice', in 1927 'South Wales voice', in 1964 'South Wales and Swansea voice' and in 1965 'South Wales voice'. A notable contributor of a collection of articles and socialist letters was Robert Jones Derfel (1824-1905). Associated titles: Labour voice = Llais Llafur (1915-1927).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
E. Rees & Sons
Issue Dates:
1898-1915
A weekly Welsh language conservative newspaper, which was established by J.
A weekly Welsh language conservative newspaper, which was established by J. K. Douglas. Amongst the newspaper's editors was Thomas Tudno Jones (Tudno, 1844-1895), who edited the paper from 1874 up to 1880, and was then followed by Evan Jones of Llangristiolus, Anglesey. The paper came to an end in 1884, by which time it had become an independent paper that had loosened its ties to the Church.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Kenmuir Whitworth Douglas
Issue Dates:
1874-1884
A weekly Welsh and English language newspaper of the Anglican Church in Wales, which circulated throughout Wales.
A weekly Welsh and English language newspaper of the Anglican Church in Wales, which circulated throughout Wales. The newspaper's main content included local, district, national and foreign news, together with readers' letters, political discussion, reports on religious matters and advertisements. Associated titles: Y dywysogaeth (1870-1881); Y llan a'r dywysogaeth ([1884]-1955).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
J. Morris
Issue Dates:
1881-[1883?]
A weekly English language newspaper, originally supportive of liberal politics, but as from about 1906 became independent.
A weekly English language newspaper, originally supportive of liberal politics, but as from about 1906 became independent. It was preceded by 'Llanduno advertiser' (1885-1886), which it then reverted back to in 1916 and continued being published up until 1939. Advertiser Company owned the newspaper and was at one time managed by A. G. Pugh. The newspaper circulated in the district of Llandudno and its main content included local news with a list of visitors. Associated titles: Llandudno advertiser (1885-1886, 1916-1939).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
A.G. Pugh
Issue Dates:
1886-1916
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in the district of Llanelli and generally throughout South Wales.
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in the district of Llanelli and generally throughout South Wales. The newspaper's main content included local and general news and amongst the newspaper's editors was Richard Machno Humphreys (1852-1904), with David Bowen (Myfyr Hefin, 1874-1955) and Tom Beynon (1886-1961) also contributing.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Llanelly Mercury Printing Company Limited
Issue Dates:
1891-1960
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Llanelli area.
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Llanelli area. Founded in 1909 the newspaper's main content is local news. Originally a conservative newspaper, it has been politically independent since ca.1920. The newspaper was owned by Llanelli Star Ltd between 1937 and 1968, by the Northcliffe Newspaper Group between 1969 and 1973, by Swansea Press Ltd in 1974, and by South West Wales Media Ltd in 2011.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Brinley R. Jones
Issue Dates:
1909 -
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Denbighshire, Merionethshire, North Wales and adjoining English counties.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Denbighshire, Merionethshire, North Wales and adjoining English counties. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, together with a list of visitors. Associated titles: Llangollen advertiser and North Wales journal (1893-1920).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Hugh Jones
Issue Dates:
1860-1893
A weekly English and Welsh language newspaper, established in 1895 by Thomas John Evans (1863-1932) who also edited it for almost 20 years.
A weekly English and Welsh language newspaper, established in 1895 by Thomas John Evans (1863-1932) who also edited it for almost 20 years. In 1897 it changed into 'Celt Llundain = London Kelt', but was eventually absorbed into 'London Welshman'. The newspaper's main content included Welsh national news, news relating to the Welsh of London, general news, politics and sports, together with extracts of literature. Amongst the newspaper's notable contributors was Timothy Eynon Davies (1854-1935).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
J. G. Grellier
Issue Dates:
1895-1896
A weekly bilingual newspaper circulating among the Welsh community in London.
A weekly bilingual newspaper circulating among the Welsh community in London. Published between 1905 and 1906 the newspaper's main content was London Welsh news with reports on the social and religious life of the community. The newspaper's editor was J. Machraeth Rees. Associated titles: Celt Llundain (1897-1904); Cymro a'r Celt Llundain (1907-1916).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Harrison & Sons
Issue Dates:
1904-1906
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Merthyr Tydfil area and the coal and iron producing areas of South Wales.
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Merthyr Tydfil area and the coal and iron producing areas of South Wales. Founded in 1864, the newspaper's main content was local news. The newspaper was owned by the family of one of its early proprietors, Harry Wood Southey (d. 1929), until 1971, with Celtic Press Ltd proprietors in 1972, and Media Wales Ltd proprietors in 2011. Amongst the newspaper's editors was Jonathan Owain Reynolds (Nathan Dyfed, 1814-1891).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Harry Wood Southey
Issue Dates:
1864-
A weekly newspaper circulating in the iron producing areas of South Wales.
A weekly newspaper circulating in the iron producing areas of South Wales. Published between 1855 and 1881, the newspaper's main content was local news and information.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Peter Williams
Issue Dates:
1855-1881
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Glamorganshire, Monmouthshire and Breconshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Glamorganshire, Monmouthshire and Breconshire. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, but paid special interest to the local industries. Merthyr Times and Printing Co. owned the newspaper. Associated titles: Merthyr and Dowlais times (1891-1892).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
[Merthyr Times Printing Co.]
Issue Dates:
1892-1899
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in Monmouth and the Rhymney Valley.
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in Monmouth and the Rhymney Valley. The newspaper's main content included local and general news and was owned by George Jenkin Jacobs & Co. Associated titles: Monmouth guardian (1896-1912).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
G. J. Jacobs & Co.
Issue Dates:
1912-1921
A weekly English language newspaper, established in 1829, circulating in Monmouthshire, Breconshire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Glamorgan, which mainly published local and national news.
A weekly English language newspaper, established in 1829, circulating in Monmouthshire, Breconshire, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Glamorgan, which mainly published local and national news. In 1835 the newspaper's proprietor was Edward Dowling, which would latterly become the role of William Christopher.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Charles Hough
Issue Dates:
1829-1891
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics, which circulated in Montgomeryshire, Merionethshire, Denbighshire and Shropshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics, which circulated in Montgomeryshire, Merionethshire, Denbighshire and Shropshire. The newspaper's main content included local and general news. Associated titles: Salopian and Montgomeryshire post (1887-1893); County times (1952-1969).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Samuel Salter, Junior & David Rowlands
Issue Dates:
1893-1952
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in Montgomeryshire, western Radnorshire and Shropshire.
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in Montgomeryshire, western Radnorshire and Shropshire. The newspaper's main content included local, national and foreign news, with special attention being given to agricultural matters. The newspaper was owned by Philips & Son (1890-); Montgomeryshire Express Ltd (ca. 1920-); Woodall, Minshall, Thomas & Co. Ltd. (ca. 1940-); Woodall's Newspapers Ltd. (ca 1950-). At its peak it had a weekly circulation of over 83000. Associated titles: Montgomeryshire express (1877-1890); Montgomeryshire express (1960-1969).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William Pugh Phillips & Gilbert Norton Phillips
Issue Dates:
1890-1960
A weekly Welsh language liberal newspaper, which circulated in the district of Corris.
A weekly Welsh language liberal newspaper, which circulated in the district of Corris. The newspaper's main content included local and general news.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Cwmni Gwasg Idris
Issue Dates:
1895-1909
A weekly conservative newspaper circulating throughout North Wales.
A weekly conservative newspaper circulating throughout North Wales. Published between 1850 and 1949 the newspaper's main content was North Wales news. The newspaper's proprietor from ca.1895 onwards was the North Wales Chronicle Company Ltd. Associated titles: North Wales Chronicle and General Advertiser (1827-1850); North Wales Chronicle (1949-).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Kenmuir Whitworth Douglas
Issue Dates:
1850-1949
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around Caernarfon, Bangor, and the districts of North Wales.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around Caernarfon, Bangor, and the districts of North Wales. The newspaper's main content included parliamentary, community and religious news. Associated titles: North Wales observer and express (1884-1921).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Robert Wiliams
Issue Dates:
1877-1884
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics and which upheld the constitution of church and state.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics and which upheld the constitution of church and state. It was established in 1808 by the Broster family and circulated throughout North Wales. The newspaper's main content included local, general and foreign news. Associated titles: North Wales chronicle and general advertiser (1827-1850).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
John Broster
Issue Dates:
1808-1827
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in Denbighshire, Flintshire, Merionethshire and throughout North Wales.
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in Denbighshire, Flintshire, Merionethshire and throughout North Wales. The newspaper's main content included local and general news and was a thorough exponent of liberal politics. T. Gee and Son owned the paper and amongst its notable editors were John John Evans (1862-1942) and Thomas Gwynn Jones (1871-1949).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
T. Gee and Son
Issue Dates:
1895-1957
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated throughout North Wales.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated throughout North Wales. The newspaper's main content included local and district news, together with a list of visitors. Associated titles: The Colwyn Bay & North Wales weekly news (1905-1908?).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
R. E. Jones & Bros.
Issue Dates:
[1909]-
A weekly Welsh language newspaper which circulated throughout Wales.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper which circulated throughout Wales. The newspaper's main content was humorous in nature, and included literary extracts and short stories. Amongst the newspaper's editors were Daniel Rees (1855-1931), Owen Picton Davies (1882-1970) and Evan Abbott, with contributions also from T. Gwynn Jones and Richard Hughes Williams (Dic Tryfan) and including illustrations from J. R. Lloyd Hughes.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Daniel Rees
Issue Dates:
1893-1917
A weekly newspaper circulating in Pembrokeshire, Cardiganshire and Carmarthenshire.
A weekly newspaper circulating in Pembrokeshire, Cardiganshire and Carmarthenshire. Published between 1883 and 1926 the newspaper's main content was local and British news. The newspaper's owners were Henry Whiteside Williams (d. 1907) between 1883 and 1906, Evans and Hammond, Haverfordwest, in 1910 and J. Hammond and Co. Ltd. in 1920. Associated titles: The Dewsland and Kemes Guardian, Cardigan Reporter and Advertiser for Pembrokeshire and South Wales (1869); The Pembroke County and West Wales Guardian (1926).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Henry Whiteside Williams
Issue Dates:
1883-1926
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in the main coastal towns of Pembrokeshire & Cardiganshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in the main coastal towns of Pembrokeshire & Cardiganshire. The newspaper's main content advocated agricultural and commercial interests, but also included topics on such themes as politics, literature and religion. It was also a conservative paper and a strong supporter of the Church of England. Joseph Potter was a notable editor. From about 1895 it was owned by Thomas L. James, but then was sold on to Thomas J. Morris (ca. 1906) and then C. Dudley Morris (ca. 1920-). Associated title: Potter's electric news (1855-1869).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Joseph Potter
Issue Dates:
1844-1924
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in the districts of Penarth and Barry.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in the districts of Penarth and Barry. The newspaper's main content included local and district news. Associated titles: Penarth chronicle (1889-1894).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
[s.n.]
Issue Dates:
[1882]-1889
A weekly newspaper which espoused the socialist cause it was launched by Keir Hardie.
A weekly newspaper which espoused the socialist cause it was launched by Keir Hardie. T. E. Nicholas (Niclas y Glais) was invited by Keir Hardie to become its Welsh editor. He emphasised ideas such as socialism, peace and justice, equality, land nationalisation, a Parliament for Wales, and opposition to the monarchy, the brewers and militarism. A more resilient paper than others, it managed to combine the requirements of a local paper and also fulfilling its function as an instrument of political propaganda and education.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
s.t.
Issue Dates:
1911-1922
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Pontypool and the Eastern and Western valleys of Monmouthshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Pontypool and the Eastern and Western valleys of Monmouthshire. The newspaper's main content included local, national and foreign news, with no emphasis on political discussion. Associated titles: Pontypool free press (1879-1909).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
D. Walkinshaw
Issue Dates:
1859-1879
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics and which circulated in Pontypridd and the Taff and Rhondda Valleys.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics and which circulated in Pontypridd and the Taff and Rhondda Valleys. The newspaper's main content was local and general news, and was mainly devoted to the working classes of the district, together with recording the local interests of the area. Associated titles: Pontypridd, and the Taff and Rhondda Valleys (1899-1905).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
B. Davies
Issue Dates:
1881-1899
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around Haverfordwest, Begelly, Fishguard, Tenby & Milford Haven.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around Haverfordwest, Begelly, Fishguard, Tenby & Milford Haven. The newspaper's main content included local news, foreign news, advertisements and railway timetables and was published and edited by Joseph Potter. At its peak, it had a weekly circulation of 2000, but was eventually absorbed into 'Pembrokeshire herald and general advertiser'. Associated titles: Pembrokeshire herald and general advertiser (1844-1924).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Joseph Potter
Issue Dates:
1855-1869
A weekly bilingual newspaper circulating in the Prestatyn area.
A weekly bilingual newspaper circulating in the Prestatyn area. Published between 1905 and 1969 the newspaper's main content was local news. The newspaper was owned by the family of J. T. Burrows between ca.1912 and 1930, with the North Wales Press Company becoming proprietors subsequently. Associated titles: Rhyl journal and advertiser (1933); Rhyl journal and advertiser Prestatyn weekly (1969-1985).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
J. T. Burrows, 1905-1969.
Issue Dates:
A weekly English language newspaper, established in 1847 by David Tudor Evans (1822-1896) in Haverfordwest, before moving to Cardiff in 1848.
A weekly English language newspaper, established in 1847 by David Tudor Evans (1822-1896) in Haverfordwest, before moving to Cardiff in 1848. In March 1848, Evan Jones (Ieuan Gwynedd, 1820-1852) joined as an editor, but by September he was fired due to a disagreement. The newspaper circulated throughout South Wales and main its content included national, commercial and religious news. John Emlyn Jones (Ioan Emlyn, 1818-1873) was amongst one of the editor's who was responsible for the religious contributions.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
David Evans
Issue Dates:
1847-1850
A weekly Welsh language newspaper circulating in the Blaenau Ffestiniog area and in Meirionethshire and Caernarfonshire.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper circulating in the Blaenau Ffestiniog area and in Meirionethshire and Caernarfonshire. Published between 1878 and 1951, the newspaper's main content was local news. The newspaper's proprietor until 1906 was W. Lloyd Roberts, with John Daniel Davies and Company taking ownership in the same year. Davies (1874-1948) was also to edit the newspaper, with Robert Owen Hughes (Elfyn, 1858-1919) another notable editor.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
[Jones a Roberts]
Issue Dates:
1878-1951
A weekly liberal and labour newspaper, published between 1899 and 1908, circulating in the Rhondda Valley.
A weekly liberal and labour newspaper, published between 1899 and 1908, circulating in the Rhondda Valley. It mainly published local news and articles on coal mining and social issues. The newspaper's owner in 1900 was the Rhondda Leader Ltd. Associated titles: The Rhondda Leader, Maesteg, Garw and Ogmore Telegraph (1908).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William David Jones
Issue Dates:
1899-1908
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in the districts of Rhondda, Maesteg, Garw and Ogmore.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in the districts of Rhondda, Maesteg, Garw and Ogmore. The newspaper's main content was devoted to mining, social, and commercial news, together with impartial reports on all matters of local interest. Associated titles: The Rhondda leader (1899-1908).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
The Rhondda Leader Limited
Issue Dates:
1908-
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Ruabon and Rhosllannerchrugog areas.
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Ruabon and Rhosllannerchrugog areas. Published between 1894 and 1966 the newspaper's main content was local news. The newspaper was founded by Richard Mills (1840-1903) who also served as its editor until his death in 1903, when ownership passed to R. Mills and Sons. Although it was predominantly an English language newspaper it also published Welsh language articles.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
R. Mills & Sons
Issue Dates:
1894-1966
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around Flintshire and Denbighshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around Flintshire and Denbighshire. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, and during the summer a list of visitors. Associated titles: Rhyl record and advertiser (1886-1902, 1911-1917); Record and advertiser (1902-1911).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Amos Brothers ; W. Pugh and J. L. Rowlands
Issue Dates:
1878-1886, 1917-1921
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around the district of Rhyl.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around the district of Rhyl. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, with a list of visitors' during the summer months. Associated titles: Journal and general weekly advertiser for North Wales (1873-1878); Rhyl journal and advertiser (1933-1985).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
E. Pearce
Issue Dates:
1878-1933
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated around Flintshire and Denbighshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated around Flintshire and Denbighshire. The newspaper's main content included local and district news of St. Asaph, Prestatyn, Abergele, Colwyn Bay and Rhuddlan, but during the summer months also incorporated a list of visitors. Associated titles: Record and advertiser (1902-1911); Rhyl advertiser (1917- ).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Amos Brothers ; Record and Advertiser Co.
Issue Dates:
1886-1902, 1911-1917
A Welsh language newspaper, which was established, initially unsuccessfully, in Carmarthen in 1851 by Samuel Evans (Gomerydd, 1793-1856), but was later re-established in 1856, under the editorship of J.
A Welsh language newspaper, which was established, initially unsuccessfully, in Carmarthen in 1851 by Samuel Evans (Gomerydd, 1793-1856), but was later re-established in 1856, under the editorship of J. Emlyn Jones (Ioan Emlyn, 1818-1873). The newspaper's main content included local, national and foreign news, together with radical viewpoints. It began as a biweekly paper, but in 1863 it changed to a weekly one. The printer W. Morgan Evans owned the paper until 1880, when he sold it onto a Baptist company. Amongst the newspaper's editors were Benjamin Thomas (Myfyr Emlyn, 1836-1893), John Gwili Jenkins (1872-1936) and D. Eirwyn Morgan (1918-1982).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William Morgan Evans
Issue Dates:
1851-1852, 1856-
This was the first Welsh language newspaper, which was founded by Joseph Harris (Gomer, 1773-1825) in 1814, who also edited the paper for a time.
This was the first Welsh language newspaper, which was founded by Joseph Harris (Gomer, 1773-1825) in 1814, who also edited the paper for a time. It was a weekly paper and circulated throughout Wales. The newspaper's main content included national, foreign, political and religious news, together with literary contributions, from such notable names as Henry Charles (1778-1840) and Henry Davies (1696?-1766).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
D. Jenkin
Issue Dates:
1814-1815
A daily English language newspaper, being one of the chief organs of Welsh Liberal politics and which circulated in Glamorganshire, Monmouthshire, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Montgomeryshire, Cardiganshire, Breconshire, Radnorshire, the Forest of Dean and many portions of the West of England.
A daily English language newspaper, being one of the chief organs of Welsh Liberal politics and which circulated in Glamorganshire, Monmouthshire, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Montgomeryshire, Cardiganshire, Breconshire, Radnorshire, the Forest of Dean and many portions of the West of England. The newspaper's main content included a digest of local and national events, together with the London and provincial markets. It also covered the agricultural, mining and shipping information of South Wales. D. Duncan & Sons owned the newspaper. Associated title: South Wales news (1918-1928).
Frequency:
Daily
Publisher:
David Duncan and Sons
Issue Dates:
1872-1918
A daily English language newspaper that was supportive of conservative politics.
A daily English language newspaper that was supportive of conservative politics. At one time, the newspaper had the greatest circulation than any other paper published in Swansea and South West Wales. The newspaper's main content included local news, with a special focus on news relating to Swansea and South West Wales. From about 1906 it was owned by the South Wales Post Newspapers Co. In 1930 it merged with 'Cambria Daily Leader'. Associated titles: Cambria Daily Leader (1861-1930); South Wales Daily Post and Cambria Daily Leader (1930-1932).
Frequency:
Daily
Publisher:
William Llewellyn Williams
Issue Dates:
1893-1930
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in South Wales, Monmouthshire and Herefordshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in South Wales, Monmouthshire and Herefordshire. The newspaper's main content included local news, with a special focus on the industries of the area. Douglas Clark Stephen worked as sub-editor from 1916, but in 1922 was appointed as editor. In this period the competition between local papers was rife, but Douglas Clark Stephen's influence gradually increased the size and circulation of the newspaper. Associated titles: South Wales echo and evening express (1930-).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Jones & Son.
Issue Dates:
1880-1930
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated throughout South Wales.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated throughout South Wales. The newspaper's main content was local and district news of the week and amongst the newspaper's editors was W. Llewelyn Williams (1867-1922). Associated titles: Barry Dock news (1889-1925).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Herbert Morgan
Issue Dates:
1891-1894
A weekly English language conservative newspaper, which circulated in Swansea and generally throughout South Wales.
A weekly English language conservative newspaper, which circulated in Swansea and generally throughout South Wales. The newspaper's main content included impartial local and district news, but also took an independent stand on all local affairs. From about the 1900s, South Wales Post Newspapers Co. Ltd. owned the paper. Associated titles: Herald of Wales and the Cambrian (1930-1932).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William Llewellyn Williams
Issue Dates:
1893-1930
A daily English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated in Swansea and generally throughout South Wales.
A daily English language newspaper, supportive of liberal politics, which circulated in Swansea and generally throughout South Wales. The newspaper's main content was chiefly devoted to shipping and mercantile interests. It was owned by W. M. Vaughan, but was subsequently sold on to C. T. Lowe (ca. 1906). Associated titles: The Swansea daily shipping register (1913-1916).
Frequency:
Daily
Publisher:
C. T. Lowe
Issue Dates:
1888-1913
A weekly Welsh language newspaper and supporter of radical principles.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper and supporter of radical principles. The newspaper's main content included political news and opinion, with an emphasis on workers' rights, which made it popular with the iron and tin miners of South Wales. Other topics covered included information on the eisteddfodau, local history, poetry and foreign news, together with attacks on landlordism, Toryism and the established church. Amongst the paper's notable editors were Edward Davies of Rhymney, John Morgan Jones, D. Silyn Evans and J. Tywi Jones, with literary contributions also from J. Dyfnallt Owen and John Morris-Jones, Saunders Lewis. At its peak the weekly circulation reached about 15,000. Associated titles: Y Darian (1914-1934).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Mills, Lynch, & Davies
Issue Dates:
1875-1914
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics, which circulated around Tenby, South Pembrokeshire, and amongst tourists generally.
A weekly English language newspaper, supportive of conservative politics, which circulated around Tenby, South Pembrokeshire, and amongst tourists generally. It mainly reported on local news and visitors lists. Associated titles: Tenby and Pembroke Dock oberver (1860-1867); The Tenby observer and Pembrokeshire chronicle (1867-1883).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Richard Mason
Issue Dates:
1853-1860
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Towyn-on-Sea and throughout Merionethshire.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated in Towyn-on-Sea and throughout Merionethshire. Samuel Slater and David Rowlands owned it and the newspaper's main content included local news and events.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Samuel Slater and David Rowlands
Issue Dates:
1895-1905
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which circulated throughout Wales.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which circulated throughout Wales. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, but by now is used more for denominational matters. It originally had ties with the Congregationalists, but from 1936 it was owned by the 'Union of Welsh Independents'. Amongst the newspaper's editors were many independent ministers, including John Thomas of Merthyr Tydfil (1821-1892) and Job Miles of Aberystwyth. Other editors included H. M. Hughes, Beriah Gwynfe Evans (1848-1927), John Dyfnallt Owen (1873-1956), E. Lewis Evans and Iorwerth Jones (1913-1992). Associated titles: Tyst a'r Dydd (1871-1891).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Joseph Williams
Issue Dates:
1892-
A weekly Welsh language newspaper which circulated in Liverpool and throughout Wales.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper which circulated in Liverpool and throughout Wales. It formed with the merger in 1871 of 'Tyst Cymreig' and 'Y dydd'. The newspaper's main content included local, general and foreign news. John Thomas (1821-1892) was a notable editor, but the paper also included the support of Independent ministers. Associated titles: Tyst Cymreig (1867-1870); Y tyst (1892- ); Y dydd (1868-1954).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William Hughes
Issue Dates:
1871-Mehefin 1872
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which was established under the editorship of John Thomas (1821-1892), with Hugh Evan Thomas (Huwco Meirion, 1830-1889) playing a key role in founding the paper.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which was established under the editorship of John Thomas (1821-1892), with Hugh Evan Thomas (Huwco Meirion, 1830-1889) playing a key role in founding the paper. The newspaper's main content included local, national and foreign news. In 1871 it merged with 'Y Dydd' to form 'Tyst a'r Dydd'. This arrangement did not last for long and the 'Tyst a'r dydd' was moved to another publisher in Merthyr Tydfil. Associated titles: Y dydd (1868-1870, 1872-1954); Y tyst a'r dydd (1871-1891).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
A. Rowlands a'i Gyf.
Issue Dates:
1867-1870
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which circulated in the Pwllheli and district.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which circulated in the Pwllheli and district. It was originally supportive of liberal politics, but by the 1940s, the paper became more nationalistic. The newspaper's main content included local and general news, together with advertisements. It was owned by Richard Jones. Associated titles: Udgorn rhyddid (1888-1898).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Richd. Jones
Issue Dates:
1898-1952
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around the districts of Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, Borth, Aberdovey and Towyn.
A weekly English language newspaper, which circulated around the districts of Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, Borth, Aberdovey and Towyn. The newspaper's main content included local news and a list of visitors.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
John Morgan
Issue Dates:
1887
A weekly English language newspaper which circulated in Wales, the Forest of Dean, and portions of Somerset and Gloucestershire.
A weekly English language newspaper which circulated in Wales, the Forest of Dean, and portions of Somerset and Gloucestershire. The newspaper's main content included general news, literary works, together with sketches of Welsh life. Associated titles: Cardiff Weekly Mail and South Wales Advertiser (1878-1880); Weekly Mail and Cardiff Times (1928-1955).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
Henry Mackenzie Thomas
Issue Dates:
1870-1878, 1880-1928
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Colwyn Bay, Colwyn, Llandrillo, Conwy and Deganwy areas.
A weekly newspaper circulating in the Colwyn Bay, Colwyn, Llandrillo, Conwy and Deganwy areas. Published between 1889 and 1902 the newspaper's main content was local news. Associated titles: Colwyn Bay Weekly News and Visitors Chronicle (1902).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
R. E. Jones and Bros
Issue Dates:
1889-1902
A weekly newspaper circulating in Denbighshire, Flintshire, Caernarfonshire and Meirionethshire.
A weekly newspaper circulating in Denbighshire, Flintshire, Caernarfonshire and Meirionethshire. Published between 1901 and 1917, the newspaper's main content was local news. The newspaper's proprietors were W. H. Evans, and by 1910 it was owned by the Welsh Coast Pioneer Company. Associated titles: The Colwyn Bay and Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria (1901); The North Wales Pioneer (1917).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
W. H. Evans
Issue Dates:
1901-1917
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in Cardiganshire and parts of the adjoining counties.
A weekly English language liberal newspaper, which circulated in Cardiganshire and parts of the adjoining counties. The newspaper's main content included local and general news and amongst its literary contributors were David Rees Davies (Cledlyn, 1875-1964), David Jenkins Morgan (1884-1949) and Joseph Morgan Thomas (1868-1955). The newspaper was owned by George Rees of Aberystwyth.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
George Rees
Issue Dates:
1889-1964
A weekly English language radical newspaper, established by John Lewis Brigstocke, John Palmer and others, which circulated around Carmarthenshire, Cardiganshire, Pembrokeshire, and generally throughout South Wales.
A weekly English language radical newspaper, established by John Lewis Brigstocke, John Palmer and others, which circulated around Carmarthenshire, Cardiganshire, Pembrokeshire, and generally throughout South Wales. The newspaper's main content included district news, but with a special focus on the agricultural and commercial industries of South Wales. Amongst the newspaper's editors were Hugh Carleton Tierney, S. W. Shearman and H. Ll. Lewis. From 1840 to 1942 the newspaper was known as 'The Welshman and general advertiser for the Principality of Wales' before reverting to its original title. Associated titles: The Welshman and general advertiser for the Principality of Wales (1840-1942).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
J. L. Brigstocke
Issue Dates:
1832-1840, 1942-1984
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of labour politics, established by Welsh National Press Co.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, supportive of labour politics, established by Welsh National Press Co. in Caernarfon and which circulated in the counties of Caernarvonshire, Anglesey and Merionethshire. One of the founders was William John Parry (1842-1927), who also edited the paper for the first three years. Other notable editors were Beriah Gwynfe Evans (1848-1927), John Thomas (Eifionydd, 1848-1922) and E. Morgan Humphreys (Celt, 1882-1955). The newspaper's main content included local and national news. In 1914, because of the lack of paper in the months prior to the First World War, it merged with 'Yr eco', to form 'Y werin a'r eco'. Associated titles: Y werin a'r eco (1914-1937).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
D. W. Davies & Co.
Issue Dates:
1885-1914
Wales's oldest daily newspaper circulating across Wales and the border counties.
Wales's oldest daily newspaper circulating across Wales and the border counties. Founded in 1869 by John Crichton-Stuart (1847-1900), the newspaper's main content is Welsh, British and international news. The newspaper was bought in 1877 by Henry Lascelles Carr (1841-1902), one of its first editors, and Daniel Owen, with the Western Mail Ltd proprietors between ca.1900 and 1930, the Western Mail and Echo Ltd until the 2000s, and Media Wales in 2011. Originally a conservative newspaper it was politically independent by 1975.
Frequency:
Daily
Publisher:
Abel Nadin
Issue Dates:
1869-
A weekly English language newspaper serving the community of Wrexham.
A weekly English language newspaper serving the community of Wrexham. The contents comprised articles on local history and small amount of local, domestic and foreign news. Liberal viewpoints were conveyed in its articles. The first editor was George Bayley. After he died in 1863 he was succeeeded by George Bradley.
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
George Bayley
Issue Dates:
1858-1880
A weekly English language newspaper, being an organ of the Conservatives and Unionists of North Wales and which circulated in the district of Wrexham.
A weekly English language newspaper, being an organ of the Conservatives and Unionists of North Wales and which circulated in the district of Wrexham. The newspaper's main content included local and district news, with a special focus on mining and ecclesiastical matters. Associated titles: North Wales guardian general advertiser for North Wales and the border counties (1879-1925).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
William Garratt Jones & John Hamlyn
Issue Dates:
1869-1879
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which circulated in the district of Bala.
A weekly Welsh language newspaper, which circulated in the district of Bala. The newspaper's main content included local and general news. Associated titles: Yr wythnos (1880-1898), Y seren (1885-1974).
Frequency:
Weekly
Publisher:
H. Evans
Issue Dates:
1899-1921