Correspondence with Herbert Leather

  • Reference
    • GB 133 GDN/A/L22
  • Dates of Creation
    • 21 Dec 1922-12 Oct 1930
  • Physical Description
    • 5 pieces

Scope and Content

Correspondence with Herbert Leather, teacher, relating to an expression of thanks by Leather for support provided for the cause of education in the Manchester Guardian, with discussion of the abolition of half time labour for children, and education for the poor. Also included is a suggestion by Leather of a weekly feature on education and schools interest in the Manchester Guardian, and expression of the opinion that other papers do not provide support for the progressive movement in education. There is correspondence relating to a request by Leather to publish articles contributed to the Manchester Guardian in a book, which is granted.