Correspondence with Arthur Hawkes

  • Reference
    • GB 133 GDN/A/H43
  • Dates of Creation
    • 13 Oct 1899-15 Oct 1933
  • Physical Description
    • 5 pieces; 6 sheets

Scope and Content

Correspondence with Arthur Hawkes (1871-1933), journalist, relating to discussion of a potential return to employment for Hawkes at the Manchester Guardian, with discussion of his current employment at the Daily Mail, of the current political situation, and accompanied by a related internal memorandum. Also included is a letter from members of the reporting staff at the Manchester Guardian, expressing regret at Hawkes' dismissal from employment, and the hope that it may be reconsidered.

GDN/A/H43/2 is a newspaper cutting of a death notice for Hawkes, 1933.