The County Councils Association have done well to publish this Jubilee Celebration Book, for it is an inspiring record of the work of the County Councils during the fifty years since they were formed.

Foreword by Neville Chamberlain.

In the following pages no attempt has been made to give a detailed statement of all the powers and duties of county councils, but rather to present, in a manner that all may understand, a picture showing how the work of these authorities affects the daily life and the well-being of the community and how this work has grown.

Part One. Introductory Note.

The first meeting of the Provisional Council for the County of Cardigan was held at the Town Hall, Lampeter, on 31st January, 1889.

Part Two. The County Council of Cardiganshire.