Eisteddfod

a congre or se ion for the election of chief bards, called together for the first time at Caerwys, by virtue of a commi ion granted by Queen Elizabeth, May 26, 1568. Wisteddvodau have since boon held ir various places at uncertain intervals, but of late years have been held annually at certain places publicly notified previously. The most notable one of recent years was held in Chicago during the Columbian «Exposition. Several have also been held in Pittsburg, Pa, The object is the encouragement of native poetry and music.