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John Humphreys Davies

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John Humphreys Davies (1871–1926) was a Welsh lawyer, bibliographer and educator.

Born at Llangeithio, Cardiganshire, he received his education at the University College of Wales, Aberystwyth and Lincoln College, Oxford, before being called to the bar at Lincoln's Inn. His interest in Welsh literature is accredited to his association with O. M. Edwards at Oxford and his brother-in-law, T. E. Ellis. Along with Sir John Williams, who would be his President while Principal at Aberystwyth, he was involve in the movement ot establish a National Library for Wales.

In 1905 he became Registrar of his alma matter, and Principal in 1919, a position which he held until his death.

Offices held

Academic offices
Preceded by Principal of the University College of Wales Aberystwyth
1919-1926
Succeeded by

References

Davies, John Humphreys http://yba.llgc.org.uk/en/s-DAVI-HUM-1871.html