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Griffith, Edward, 1832-1918.
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Edward Griffith (1832-1918) was born in Barmouth, Merionethshire, but grew up in Dolgellau, where he later set up business as a draper. He was also a noted local historian and wrote articles about the history of the Quakers in Merionethshire and accounts of his early life. He also collected deeds and documents, mainly relating to properties in Dolgellau and its surrounding parishes.