John Davies (printer and journalist) explained

John Davies (1832–1904), also known as Gwyneddon was a Welsh printer, editor, journalist and song writer.

Davies was born in Bangor in North Wales, and as a young man began an apprenticeship as printer in the 'North Wales Chronicle office. Later he joined the staff team as a reporter.

In 1866 a weekly paper called the Cronicl Cymru' began production, and Davies was appointed editor. Two years later, he opened a print shop in Caernarfon. In October 1869, Davies began publishing "Y Goleuad" from his shop.

Several years later, Davies sold his printing business, and became a manager at Pugh and Jones's Bank, in Caernarfon. He was Mayor of Caernarfon for a time.^[1]

Davies was the author of ‘Anfeidrol Dduw Rhagluniaeth’, a popular Welsh harvest thanksgiving hymn.

Davies died in Caernarfon on 30 January 1904.^[2] He had one son - Alderman Gwyneddon Davies.^[3]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Carnarvon Traders – The News Room – 1892. 2020-06-30. www.carnarvontraders.com.
2. John Davies. s-DAVI-JOH-1832. Humphreys. Edward Morgan. 20 March 2022.
3. Web site: Gwyneddon Manuscripts (GB-222 - GB 222 GWYN).. 2020-06-30. Archives Hub.