Correspondence with E. Richmond Swales, journalist and agriculturist, relating to a request by Swales for employment as a correspondent on agriculture for the Manchester Guardian, with reference to a proposal for a special form of news, and a request for a meeting with Scott, both of which are declined. Also included is an enquiry as to whether the Manchester Guardian might publish a pamphlet on the free trade conference [in Manchester?], 1929, which is declined, and reference to Swales' potential nomination as Liberal candidate for Cirencester and Tewkesbury for the [general election].
There is discussion of the [general] election, the Liberal party and its policy on agriculture, and the role Swales might play in supporting the party. Also included is a request by Swales for a reference from Scott in support of an application for the post of organising secretary for the National League of Young Liberals, which is granted.