Correspondence with Guy Wint

  • Reference
    • GB 133 GDN/A/W64
  • Dates of Creation
    • 31 May 1951-15 Oct 1957
  • Physical Description
    • 8 pieces; 9 sheets

Scope and Content

Correspondence between Guy Wint, journalist and author, and A.P. Wadsworth, relating to discussion of Wint's employment, with reference to work for Manchester Guardian, other potential employment opportunities, and suggestions for additional work which he might carry out for the paper. Also included is discussion of an offer of full-time employment at the Manchester Guardian, which is declined, with a request by Wint to continue with the present employment arrangement.

There is also correspondence between Wint and Alastair Hetherington, relating to an offer by Wint of article on foreign affairs, including the situation in Kashmir and Burma, and discussion of Wint's resignation, with reference to a discussion on the quality of Wint's work. There is an internal memorandum on the repayment of an outstanding debt owed to the Manchester Guardian by Wint, following the end of his employment at the paper.