Humphreys John | Hamelyn

About John Humphreys, tramp labourer of Ruthin. Charged with stealing £17.14.0 from Mt Thomas Morgans, Pontyrallad, Llanychaiarn.

Birth

1939

photograph from Aberystwyth register of criminals

John Humphreys was a tramp labourer from Ruthin whose life was documented in the Aberystwyth register of criminals.

He faced legal charges for the alleged theft of £17.14.0 from Thomas Morgans in Pontyrallad.

Beyond his difficult circumstances, he managed to author a collection of nine literary works.

His most notable book, 'Best loved tales of the countryside', captures the essence of rural life.

His writing frequently delves into traditional British themes such as hunting and game birds.