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Literary: News of the World articles by WSC: 5., Dec 1938

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Reference Code: GBR/0014/CHAR 8/618

Scope and Contents

Includes annotated proofs and cuttings from the News of the World for: "Memories of Parliament as a Novitiate Member" on the thrill of being an MP, features of the House of Commons, the gulf between the parties in the early years of the century, Joseph Chamberlain, the Free Trade debate, Charles Parnell and the flogging of soldiers; "On Making a Maiden Speech in the House" on the maiden speeches by F E Smith [later 1st Lord Birkenhead] and WSC, the effect of the Irish Nationalists and later, the Labour Party, on the atmosphere in the House of Commons, and memorable pre-World War I parliamentary debates.

Dates

  • Creation: Dec 1938

Conditions Governing Access

Open

Extent

1 item(s) (1 file (92 loose folios).)

Language of Materials

English

External Documents

Repository Details

Part of the Churchill Archives Centre Repository

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