From the match programme:-
"Cardiff v Newport"
"Since the last meeting of these two great clubs a fortnight ago when Newport won the third of this season's encounters, the supporters of Cardiff have viewed the approach of March 7th with more than a little apprehension. Will this be the date on which our great friends and rivals in the Black and Amber jerseys at last achieve one of the few honours left for them to gain—the defeat of the Blue and Blacks 4 TIMES IN A SEASON?"
"Newport have come near on many occasions in the past to fulfilling this ambition. The most recent was in season 1953-54 when they won the first two games - the third was drawn 3 points each - and won the fourth. Cardiff have achieved the distinction of 4 wins in a season on several occasions, the most recent being in season 1951-52."
"Since fixtures between the two sides were commenced in 1876-1877 a total of 264 games has been played. Of these Cardiff have won 120 and Newport 100 with 44 drawn. From this it will be seen that Cardiff are still ahead in the number of wins over the whole period."
"Skipper Derek Williams and his team mates will be the first to congratulate Bryn Meredith and his men if they win again today to clinch the four victories, but the Cardiff team will not yield without a struggle and are confident that they can rise to the occasion and dash Newport's hopes for yet another year."
"One thing is certain that whatever the result, both teams will take victory or defeat in the true rugger spirit and drink each other's health after the game."
"We welcome Ian James - subject to permit - and Harry Morgan in their first game in the Blue and Black jerseys on the Arms Park and hope that this will be the first of many such appearances. It will be strange for Harry to play against Newport because until a few weeks ago he was turning out for them - at least he should know a few of their tricks."
"The Cardiff side is much the same as that which played against Llanelly last week, except that Gordon Wells comes in on the wing in place of Steve Hughes. It is good to see long-serving Peter Goodfellow regain his place in the first team. Peter has given loyal service to the Club and sets a splendid example both on and off the field."
"Newport have chosen their strongest possible side and Roy Burnett who was picked but unable to play in the match with Cardiff at Rodney Parade last month, makes a welcome re-appearance. Roy has given great service to the Newport Club and should before the end of the season, beat the record number of appearances for Newport made by George Boots."
"Rugger enthusiasts everywhere will mourn the death of Sid Judd who served his club and country so loyally. The high esteem in which he was held was shewn by the large attendance of rugger men at his funeral on Saturday last - they had come from far and near to pay their last tribute."