Y Drych 1925 Mar 12 2pp

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March 12,1925
ST. DAVID'S DAY CELEBRATIONS IN PITTSBURGH, PA.
Pittsburgh, Pa.- I have suggested many times that not all the celebrations taking place in our city were necessary, on the whole, [to be publish ed in Y Drych] because of the scarcity of space on the pages of our Welsh newspaper. I believe in giving fair play to everyone.
There was quite a successful celebration on Saturday night by members of the American Gorsedd [Assembly of American Bards], and there was a good congregation. The proceedings were led by J. R. Jones, E. E. The main speaker was the Hon. W. R. Hopkins, leader of the large city of Cleveland, Ohio. His address on the Characteristics of the Welsh was interesting. The speaker demonstrated that he understood his subject and he kept at it without going to and fro as some speakers do in meetings of that sort. Those present were interested by the singers that followed: Madam Davis-Wynn of Canada and Madam Cutter and Joseph Williams of Pittsburgh.
According to those who have attended meetings of this sort in the past this year's occasion with its banquet and entertainment v/as one of the best and most substantial and appropriate to the old saint that has ever been held here.
On Sunday night March 1, a meeting was held in Calvary Church, East End. The weather was quite unfavorable, so a change was made in the timing which caused many to stay home. The Welsh Choir sang and while they were standing we had an address in Welsh about St. David by the Rev. D. C. Edwards, minister of the Chatham Seet Baptist Church. The singing and the address were sent through the air, and it was bad to understand that the rain and the black clouds were a large impediment to the clarity of it all. Nevertheless, I had word from Stamford, Conn. that they had succeeded in getting part of the operation and they put the blame on dre atmosphere for the part not heard.
On Monday night in General Ford Hotel, the Cambrian Society held its meeting, and I understand that the program was quite interesting and the wood on the tables was tasly. The Welshman W. B. Jones of East End was the leader. The main speaker was the attorney Mr. Evans of Norttr Side. The Pedwaredd Dewi SanUSt. David Quartet, namely Sam Jones, Brinley Jones, Joseph Thomas and Evan Lloyd, as well as an enchanting lady soloist--I cannot remember her name--filled the musical portion of the program. After the meeting and the banquel a dance was held, and I heard that the young people did their party pleasantly on the slippery floor.
More could be written about the above meeting, but I must not forget the request of the able editor.
Notes.
On Thursday night, March 5, the Ladies Aid Society met at the Chatham Street Welsh Baptist Church.
The entertainment included singing and interesting recitations. Everyone had their fill of delicious cakes with ice cream to cool the tongue. The society has kept itself busy assisting the church treasurer to pay the expenses. Years ago Chatham Street church was famous for social gatherings, especially the large suppers held there; not only would there be enough food on the tables, but also there would be a welcoming atmosphere and cheerful faces.
I understand that the Bible Class of the Rev. W. H. Williams intends to hold a supp€r, the profit going to assist with exponses ofthe church. Rememberthe date, March 27.11te members of the class are industrious and determined men and you can expect an excellent feast.
The many friends of Mrs. John Redfern will be glad to know that she has come home from &e hospital and is failing fairly good and encouraged.
The well-known Welshmffi, R. H. Davies (Gomerian) [Bardic name] was the main speaker at the Welsh banquet in New Kensington, Pa. I understand that there was a good gathering and the editor of The Druid fWelsh-American newspaper] gave an interesting lecture about the old saint. Doubtless we will have more news from some of the Welsh who were pr€sent.
Before closing, we would like to thank the following contributors for their interesf J. W. Griffith of Bangor, Pa, William Oliver and Sam Ellis [of Utica, N. Y.]. Others deserve my thanks, but I have mentioned the three above because they were especially associated with the lines that are so charming to me personally. Keep at it boys.-Deiniol Arfon. [Bardic name]
Translated by Martha A. Davies Lincoln, Nebraska March 2009