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Marriage of the Hon. Gladys Rice, Dynevor Castle, Llandilo. The marriage of the Hon Gladys Rice, el- dest daughter of Lord Dynevor, of Dynevor Castle, Llandilo, South Wales, and Dir E. Beverley Bird, of 46, Elm-grove, Southsea, only son of Capt. Beverley Bird, late of the King's Own iorksliiue Light Intantry, v/as solemnised on Wednesday at St. Tliomas s Church, Portman square, London. The ser- vice was conducted by the Bishop of St. David's, assisted iby the Rev. Hon W. 1. Rice (uncle of the bride) but the ceremony was as quiet as apossible, only a few near re- latives and friends of the bride and bride- groom being present at the church, among them being the Hon Walter and Lady Mar- garet Rice, Master Elwyn Rice, Miss Imogen Rice, the Hon. Mrs Egerton Warburton, the .Misses Egerton A\ airburton, Mrs W. Tal- hot Rice, Mrs Richardson, Mr O'Shee, Mrs 0 o S. T. M. Montgomerie, Miss K. Montgomerie Mrs Dease, Miss Montgomerie, Miss But, Mr Henry Backer, Airs Crester Mas-ter, Miss Chester Master, Mrs Sturges Jones, the A. G. Joyce, Mrs Mansell, Mrs Ussher, Mrs Kenneth Foster, Mr aaid Mrs Lloyd Baker, Mr Rice, Miss Lewis, Mr and Mrs mirren, Mr D. P. Lasceltes, the Rev and the Hon. Mrs Hancocke, Colonel Stone, Lady Hills- Johnes, Dr and Mrs Plummer, Mr and Mis Algernon Mansell, Captain and Lady Edith O'Shee, Mr and Mrs Murray Biow no, and and the Hon. Mrs Rankin, and M,s Dawkins, Miss Temple man, Mr and Mis Dud ley Drummond. The bride was g1T«n away by her father. The service was fully r-Knral and the church Avas beautifully decoll- ated with palms and white flowers. The bride was attired in, a handsome gown of white satin, trimmed with Brussels lace over a cor- onet of orange blossoms, and she carried a magnificent sheaf of Harnssi lilies, the gut of the bridegroom. There were no brides- maids. The best man was Mr Hippesley Cox. A reception of immediate relatives was subsequently held at 15, Lower Berke- ley street, London, and later the bride aTd bridegroom left for Chester en route for North Wales on their honeymoon. The bride's going away uress was of pale grey xnusiin, trimmed with cream lace, and she also wore a guray hat trimmed with pink and white hydrangeas. LIST OF PRESENTS. Bridegroom to bride: Diamond ling and travellillgbag. j Bride to bridegroom: Gold ring and gold watch chain. Lord Dynevor: Diamond tiara and house ^Hon. Walter and Lady Margaret R'.ce' Hon. Gwpnllian Rice, and Hon Mrs Rankin: String of pearls. Masters Charles Elwyn and David and Miss Imogen Rice: Tooled leather stung ^Masters Hubert and Niall Hankin: Dia- mond and enamel pendant. Household at Dynevor Castle: Silver hot milk jug and stand. Employees at Dynevor Castle: Case ot dessert knives and forks. Tenants of Dynevor Castle, Ammanford, and Kidwely Estates: Silver tray, kettle, teapot, and coffee pot. InibJahioolllts of the Town of Llandilo and neighbourhood: Canteen of table silver and ^Employees of the Dynevor Castle Estate: Silver sauce boat. Y.M.C.A. Committee, Ammanford: Silver fish carvers and sauce ladles. Llandyfeisant Church Choir: Morocco hymn-book with music. tLllandilo Girls Club: Toast rack and butter dish. Work wig Associates of the Llandilo branch G.F.S.: Fitted work case. Mrs Molineux Montgomerie: Antique sil- ver wine coolers. Dr Evans: Silver mustard pot, salt cellars and muffineers. Mrs Lewis Dale House): Silver rose bowl. The Misses Ker: Antique silver snuff box. Dowager Countess of Longford: Silver teapot. Miss M'alry Bow en: Antique dish. Mr and Mrs IngLis Jones: Card case. Mrs Clayton Mitchell': Pair Wemyss mugs. Mr Walters: Silver handled paper cutter. Mrs Nesher: Dish heater and entree dishes Henrietta, Lady Brooke: Silver toast rack. Viscountess Gough and Lady Katherine Vane: Paste buckle. Sir James Drtummond: Pair of silver candlesticks. Mrs Bateman: Mahogany newspaper rack. Mrs J. C. Richardson: Glass gold inlaid vase. Lady Belper: En-tout-cas. Hon. Rboert and Mrs Mat sham Townsend: Silver and tortoiseshell box. Capt. and the Hon. Mrs T'ryno: Leather writing pad. Major the Hon. Ralph and Mrs Campbell: Silver blotting book. The Misses Mansel: Copper flower pot. Mr and Mrs J. W. Bishop: Sheraton spirit case. imr and Misses DuBuisson: Silver clock. Mr C. Mansel Lewis: Inlaid blotting book. Earl and Countess of Longford: Inlaid bureau. Lady Catherine Hardy: Leather wallet. .Mr, Mrs, and the Misses Pennant: Silver tea knives. The Misses Molineux Montgomery: Sew- ing machine. Mr George Egerton Warburton: Garden- ing basket. La.dy Berths Dawtkins: Silver tea, caddy. Mrs Arthur Mansel: Antique mahogany tahle. Mrs George Egerton Warburton: Dinner service. Major and Mrs George Lascelles: Fire- proof dish and lamp. Major and Mrs George Montgomerie Dessert service. Sir John and Lady Dillwyn Llewelyn: Cheque. Lady Swansea: Picture. Itr Shi,pley Lewis: Silver spoons and sugar tongs. Mr and Mrs H. C. Talbot Rice: Antique Sheffield tea caddy. Earl and Countess of Cawdor: Antique in- .0 laid taible. Col. Stone: Tea service. Mrs W. Gwynne-Hughes: Early morning tea. set. Ada Lady Hervey Bathurst: Sheffield plate salver. Mrs Wheeler: Silver-mounted vases. The Bishop of Swansea, Mrs Lloyd, and the Misses Lloyd: Silver inkstand. Mrs Richard Helme: Buckingham lace. Mrs Evans (Dirleton House): Silver photo frame. Mr and Mrs Haries (Old Vicarage): Silver flower vase. iMr and Mrs H. Fuller: Leather writing set. Capt. and Mrs Standish: Silver-mounted inkstand. Mr and Mrs Peel (Taliaris) Pair of silver candlesticks. Mr Mervyn Wingfield: Silver sugar bowl. Hon. Cynthia Littleton: Protograph frame Mrs Betsy Rees: Brass oandestlicks. Mrs Cecil Lubbodk: Oxford book of French verse. Mr and Mrs Algernon Mansel: China bowl. Mrs W. D. Lloyd: Silver salt cellars. Mrs Owen: Letter weighing machine. Lady Cunliffe: Early morning tea set. Mr and Mrs George Morris: Copper kettle Walter, Elsie a.nd Nest Morris: Waste paper baskets. Rev Jenkin and Mi's Jones: Antique jug. Mr and Mrs D. F. Pennant: Silver hand bell. IMr Thomas H. Powell': Silver writing set. Sir James and Lady Rankin: Pair of Oriental jars. Tlie Misses Williams: Silver salt cellars. The Lord Bishop of St. David's: Bible. Lady Joan Verney: Four china flowers in pots. Hon. Lady Leighton Warren: Silver photo frame. Mr F. and the Hon. Mrs Wliitbread Early morning tea set. Rev R. and Mrs Morris: Cheque. Mrs Price Rice Pair of hexagon jars. Mrs Edwards (Cross Inn Hotel): Antique plates. Mr ,and Mrs 0. D. Edwards (Cross Inn Hotel): Pair of silver fruit spoons. Mrs and Miss Hughe5 (Red House): Antique washstand and ware. Hon. Lady Stepney and Miss Stepney: Star sapphire and diamond brooch. Miss Helen Annesley: Tortoiseshell paper knife. iniiry Countess of Mar and Kellie and Ladies Erskine: Picture. Col. and Mrs Chester Master: Tea table. Misses Chester Master: Antique jewel case. Mr Picton Philipps: Clock. M r and Mrs Lewis Nicholl: Silver cream jug. Mr and Mrs Dudley Drummond: Oak coffer. Rev A. G. Joyce: Silver sugar tongs. Mr HelHv Baker: Umbrella. Mr and Mrs J. R. West: Antique glass finger bowls Sir Benjamin and Lady Brown: Silver and tc-itoLsesheil inkstand. Sir John and Lady Shelley: Bohemian decanters. ° Mr Charles Lyall: In-laid stationery case. ,\lr Brownson Silver s'ugar dredger. Mr and Mrs Herbert Silver gilt coffee spoons. Mr and Mrs Daniel Richens: Waste paper basket. Lieut, and Hon. Mrs Walter Koe: Wemyss jam jars. Earl and Countess Waldegrave: Sheraton table.. Mr and Mrs R. Burreli: Antique toilet glass. ° Rev Hubert and Hon. Mrs Vaughan- Jolmson Tea table. Hon Mrs Peet: Thermos case. Hon. and Rev W. T. Price and Hon. Mrs Rice: Sheraton table. Mr Biiaii Lascelles: Cheque Misses Mansel (Maesteilo): Antique Dres- den figure. Mrs J. O'Shee: Embroidered tea cloths. Hon. Mrs Joyce: In-laid revolving book- stand.. /I Mrs Lewis and Miss Lev/is: Arm cnair. -Mrs Nicholl (senior): Pair of Minton jars. Hon. Mrs Arde-Powlett: Purse bag. Mr and Mrs Lewis Bishop* Cheque. Hon. Mrs Betnam Portal: Early morning tea set. Mr Octavius Brooke: Pink quarty seat. Mr and Mrs Ralph Bankes: Silver ink- stand. Lieut.-Genreal Sir James-Hills Johnes, Lady Hiliis-Johnes, and Mrs Johnes: Silver mustard pot ,salt cellars, and muffineers. Mr Lloyd Baker: Sheraton cabinet. Mrs R." Burr ell: Paste hat pins. Mr Band and the Misses Bond: Silver bowl. Lady Brooke: Sheffield inkstand. Misses Egerton Warburton: Leather photo screen. Hon. Louisa and Hon. Adelia. Douglas- Pennant: Silver bon-bon dishes. Rev Robert and Mrs Williams: Despatch box. Mrs Roderick and Mrs Homfray Davies: Silver photo frame. Sir Richard Brooke: Silver handled um- brella. Rev Leonard and Mrs Hanoooke: After dinner coffee set. Mrs St. Vincent Peel: Pearl and tourma- line pendant. Hon. Mrs Egerton Warburton: Silver bon- bonnieres. M r and Mrs Arthur Richens: Silver-moun- ted calandar. Miss Leighton: Larva box. Col. and Mrs T. G .Williams: Old Sheraton knife !box. Miss Cecile Thomas: Embroidered hand- kerchief and glove satchets. Dr and Mrs Griffiths: Silver tea caddy. Mr and Mrs Charles Tudway: Glass gold in-laid vase. Mrs Cyril and Mrs Hereward Bracken- bury Sheffield flat candlesticks. Mr and Mrs Ellen Richardson: Silver bowl. Nurse Hughes: Painted d'oyleys. Mr and Mrs Norman Verdin: Silver candle sticks. -iii Earl and Countess of Jersey: In-laid book- case. Miss Muriel Winglfield: China bowl. Rev. A. and Mrs Sturges-Jones: Silver cup Mr .and Mrs Gwynne-Hughes: Garden chairs. Lady Dunsary: Silver crumb scoop. Rev. A. and Mrs Jeremiah: Cushion. Mr and Mrs Mervyn Peel: Antique in-laid tea-caddy. Mr and Mrs T. Thomas, South Bank: An- tique jug and plate. Mr and Mrs Thomas. Croesfen: Wooden stool and spoons. Mr and Mrs George Dawkins: Bracket clock. Capt. and Lady Edith O'Shee: Gong. Earl and Countess of Depart: Early morn- ing tea set. Mr and Mrs D. P. Davies: Breakfast set. Mr and The Horn. Mrs M. LI. Baker, and the Misses LI'. Baker, and Mr A. Ll. Baker: Revolving bookcase. Lord and Lady Aberdare: Antique silver 'bon-bon dish. Mrs Bamaiby: Silver topped scent bottle. Mr and Mrs Pelham Clinton: Leather case. Capt. and Mrs Jennings: Pair silver des- sert spoons. Capt. and Mrs F. Shortt: Silver-topped scent bottle. Mr and Mrs J. L. Thomas: Mahogany ooal scuttle. Miss Gwenllitan Rice's Sunday School: Leather case. Capt. and Mrs Beverley Bird: Entree dishes, dessert service, breakfast service, and fan. Miss Beverley Bird: Armchair. Dr and Mrs Curnow Plummer: Chippen- dale card table. Capt. and Mrs Hollowoy Studs: Clock. Mr G. Hippesley Cox: SilVer cigar box. Mr Thomas Spunner: Field glasses. Mr and Mrs William Bird: Silver salver. Lord Dynevor: Cheque. Rev and Mrs Lloyd: Antique tea caddy. Mr and Mrs Bolton: Silver flask. Mr and Mrs E. Wilton Palmer: Antique brass candlesticks. Rev J. and Mrs Sandys Bird: Silver fruit spoons. Hon. Gwenllian Rice: Cheque. Miss Robertson: Brass inkstand and blot- ter. Rev. Vincent Bird: Silver menu holders. Miss Duncan Craig: Cake stand. Mr John Walton: Antique Italian plaques. Mr and Mrs William White: Chippendale ourio table. Mr and Mrs Arthur White: Brass bound log box. Mr and Mrs Herbert White: Antique cake table. Dr and Mrs P. Sandys Bird: Antique plates Miss Astell: Silver blotting pad and calen- dar. Dr Burrell: Silver cigarette box. Mils Clairk: Flower vase. Mrs and Miss Gregory: Sugar basin. Dr Evans: X rays appliances. Miss Rogers: Green fireproof entree dish, coffee pot and jugs. Sir Edgar Sebright: Silver salt cellars. Miss Dillwyn Llewelyn: Nest of tables. Lady Eva Wyndham Quin; Embroidered letter case. Mr and Mrs Venalbleis Llewelyn; Diamond pearl and enamel brooch. Miss Venables: Nest of tables. Mr Jonathan Thomas: Carved oak tray. PRESENTATIONS. Presentations were made to the Hon. Gwladys C. Rice, daughter of Lord Dynevor, of Dynevor Castle, on Saturday afternoon in celebration of her marriage to Dr Beveiiey Bird, which took place iaii London on the 16th inst. The fi,rst, deputation consisted of those representing the Dynevor, Ammanford, and Kidwelly tenantry. They were received by Lord Dynevor, the Hon. Gladys Rice, Mrs Rankin and Miss Gwenltjan Rice (daughters) Mr Lewis Bishop introduced the deputation for which Alderman W. N. Jones, Tirydail, acted as spokesman. He said, during the course of his speech, that when the tenantry heard of Miss Rice's engagement they felt they had an opportunity of showing their appreciation of the kind interest always j tn,ken in them by the Dynevor family, and of the good feeling which had always prevailed between tliem. They recognised in them staunch friends. He (Mr Jones) recalled the period of agricultural depression which had affected that part of the country in common with other Welsh districts. During that time Lord Dynevor, without being asked, reduced then rent-s (applause). Miss Rice had always been with them. She was always ready to shake hands and give them a welcoming smile and though they regretted that Dr Bird was unable to be present they could not wish her more than true haippinness, health, and pros- perity (applause). Addressing Lord Dynevor, Mr Jones said that in losing his daughter he couM fpel .# certain he was entrusting her future happi- ness to an honourable man and a, gentleman, who would always love and cherish her. That knowledge would help to sustain him for his loss (applause). j The presentation was a solid silver tea and coffee service, a silver tea-tray, and a silver kettle and stand, of fine design and craftsman- ship. The inscription—a simple one—stated that they were the gift of the tenantry of the estates mentioned. iS -»f „ They were actually handed ovei by Mrs Griffiths, Maesyffynnon, who in ba^yJ*™* said they would remind her of the waim feel ings which had always existed between the Dynevoir Family and the tenantry. They congratulated Dr Bird on bis choice, and hoped they would both enjoy a long and happy married life (applause).. Mr Harries, Penybank; Mr Lew is, Glan- fa.wr; Mr Phillips, Parcyrhun, joined m the expressions of good will. The lattei alluded to the great historical ancestry of the family. In Lord Dynevor they had the worthy desce dant of Urien Rhegyd, who had governed that part of the country 1,300 yearsago, and while he would be the poorer ^by l^ong "Princess Gwladys of East Cennen he hoped they would often see her amongst them Mr E V James read verses in Welsh and English of a congratulatory character. Subsequently, Mr Theophilus Thomas (chief forester) and Mr J. Jones (under gardener) made a presentation of a fine silver sauce ibo at, on behalf of the employees. Miss Rice said she did not know how to thank them all for their beautiful presents, but they wuold never be used without arous- ing pleasant memories (applause). -1-1_- -+n Lord Dynevor relerred to wie J!l:lt:lll/<l- tions made when his, son came of age and wias married. They had come forwaa-d then, with beautiful and useful gifts, and they were there for the third time. These gifts would always remain as a, memorial of their love and affection (applause). The speaker went on to refer to the love which had always existed between hiis ancestors and the people among wliiom they lived, and concluded by stating that it was very gratifying to find numbers of people coming forward to, sliow their love and affection; towards Miss Rice. She had alHviays lived among them, and it showed that the work which she had taken up for the good of the peotple had won their I esteem and good wishes (applause). I The Llandilo Town present consisted of a superb canteen of silver. Mr W. Griffith's, J.P., in introducing the deputation, dwelt in appreciative terms of the benefit conferred upon Llandilo by the gift of Penylan Park. The presentation was actually made by Mr Wm. Jones, Waterloo Villa, who spoke of the readiness with which people subscribed towards the fund. They deeply regretted, he ,added, that Miss Rice was leaving the dis- trict, but hoped she would be seen among them often. It was too- much to expect her place to be filled. They sincerely wished her all the happiness possible (appllause). Mr T. H. Powell, Mr Wm. Jones (auction- eer), Mr W. L. Roberts, Mr A. E. Harries, and Mr C. G. Philipps also spoke offering good wishes. iMiiss Rice and Lord Dynevor suitably acknowledged, and the deputations were subsequently imvited to partake of light re- freshments. The Town present was supplied by Mr A. E. Harries from the Goldsmith's and Silver- smith's Company. THE BRIDE'S ANCESTRY. Had the marriage of the Hon. Gladys Rice taken place in Llaaidiio rather than London, we should liavei had that pretty little town on fete for the second time this month, over a marriage. But whilst Miss. Gwynne- Hughes elected to go to the altar in the church of her own native parish, the Hon. Gladys Rice elected to be married in London. However, Llandilo is not her native parish, as she was born in Dursley, Gloucestershire, so that there is some excuse for her marriage elsewhere than in Llandilo. Like Miss Gwynme-Huighes, the Hon. Gladys Rice is a scion of a very ancient stock, in fact one of the most ancient in the Principality, and one that for generations exercised princely power being the daughter ot Lord Dynevor. The Dynevor family is credited with having originated in Sir Elidyr Ddu Fitzurien, of Cmg, LlandHafawr, a descendant of whom was Urien ftheged who flourished about the cfose of the sixth century and who ruled in the district comprised chiefly between the riivers Ta<we and Towy. The next member of the family distinguished on the records of the age in which he lived is Gruffydd ap Nicholas who was illustrious for his power, riches, and family. He was a patron of the bards, who gave him the title of "The Eagle of Carmar- then," on account of the reputation he possessed for clear-sightedness. He was at one time one of the most powerful chieftains in Wales, and was able to bring a picked force of 800 men into the field, which caused his alliance to be eagerly sought after by the rival partisans in the Wars of the Roses. He threw in his lot with the Yorkists, and fell fatally wounded at Mortimer's Cross. He was* married to a daughter of Maredydd ap Hv. Dwnn and had a, son Thomas, who was one of the foremost knights in the court of Pliillip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, whose favour he for many years enjoyed. He eventually had to return to his native land. His passion for duelling that lie had con- tracted on the Continent proved his undoing, as after being struck down in a duel in Merionethshire, he was afterwards, fatally stabbed. He had married Elizabeth, daugh- ter of Sir John Griffyd, knight of Abermar- lais, and his son was the illustrious Sir Rhys ap Thomas. His eldest son predeceased him. iHis constant companion and intimate friend was Prince Arthur, the eldest son of, Henry VII. They were buried near each other in Worcester Cathedral, but there was no royal favour for his son Rhys as he was hehe.a.ded by Henry VIII. He had resumed the custom which still continues in the family of adding Fiitzurien to his name. It was in conformity with the custom that prevailed to shew descent. This action on the part of young Rhys was brought to the knowledge of the king, and coupled with the fact that he had such immense possessions, it was con- strued into a design to. assert once more the independence of Walks, of which he was the nominal if not the actual governor. It was also supposed that this was part of a con- certed plan to depose King Henry, and to bring to the English throne James V. of Scotland. The crest of the Dynevor family is a raven. The plot was said to be founded on an old prophecy that James of Scotland of the ibloody hand and the raven should conquer England. On these frivolous grounds was the young cheftain arraigned for high treason, and .all that his grand- father had done to place Henry VII. on the throne was forgotten. He was found guilty and beheaded on Tower Hill on Decemiber 4tli, 1581. He had supported Cardinal Wolsey in his opposition to the divorce of Queen Catherine, and this was probably the real o^use of his judicial murder. His: estates 1 were all forfeited to the Crown. On the accesion of Queen Mary, his son Griffydd re- ceived bacfk part of the estates and Charles I. relinquished to Sir Hy. Rice what was at that time in the hand of the Crown, but it relinquished to Sir Hy. Rice what was at that time in the hand of the Crown, but it was a mere trifle compared with the onco princely possesions of the family. The un- fortunte Rhys had taken to wife Lady Catherine Howard, aunt to Anne Boleyn, and to the famous Lord Howard of Effingham Her father was Lord Howard of Surrey, the second Duike of Norfolk, and great grand- father of Queen Elizabeth. The issue of this marriage was Griffith Rice, who first assumed that name, still retained in distinc- tion to "Rliys." He maTried Eleanor, the daughter of Sir Thomas Jones, Abermarlais. Her mother was, the daughter and a heiress of Sir James Berkeley, oif Thornbury, Glouv cester. A lbraticii of tjlo Dynevor family still have an estate in that county. Through these two marriages of Howard and Berkeley the present .Lord Dynevor traces a double descent from DMnowbrays, Dukes of Nor- folk. Sir Walter Rice, the son of Griffith Rice, maried Elizabeth, daughter of Sir Edward Morgan, Glamorgan. In succession we have, and in direct descent, three genereu tions, and we find Griffith Rioe Fitaurien of the last generation maTrying Catherine, daughter and co-lieiness of Phillip Hofby of Neath Abbey, through which marriage his Neath Abbey estates became the property of 'he Rices, asi they still are. Up to a recent date the G.W.R. station of the locality was known as Dynever Station. Griffith Rice left a son, Edward, to succeed him, and he again left a son George, who married the Lady. Cecil Talbot, daughter and sole heiress to Earl Talbot, stew art to the Kings's House- hold. In this way the name Talbot which members of the family bear as a surname is accounted for in the family. The Vicar of Swansea is the Rev Tolbot Rice. He is half brother to Lord Dynevor, and therefore uncle to the bride. George Rice was created first Baron Dynevor. He died in 1779. He was succeeded by George Talbot Rice. His {leath was announced ten years before it took rla,ee. His son, George Rice Trevor, Col. of the Carmarthenshire Militia, left no son, nd was suceeded in 1869 by his cousin the Rev Francis William, Vicar of Fairford, C ioucestershire, son of the Hon. and Rev. Edward Rice, Dean of Gloucester. He died in 1878 and was succeded by Arthur de Car- dcnnel Rice, the present peer. Of the heads of this ancient and noble family after the death of George Rice, there is little to chronicle, but from the time of Sir Rhys ap Thomas for a period elmibracing over six cen- turies, the destinies not only of what is now known as Carmarthenshire, but to a large extent of South Wales, were in their hands. The line of Roderick Mawlr terminated his- torically with the execution of Prince Rhys and his cousin by Edward I.

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