Correspondence with Sir Bernard Pares (1867-1949), historian, relating to discussion between Pares and [Oliver] Elton, literary scholar and translator, of a proposed visit by Pares to Russia to observe present conditions in the country for a historical and political study, and of the potential employment by the Manchester Guardian [to write articles for the paper from Russia]. Also included is discussion of the difficulty of finding a correspondent for the Manchester Guardian in Russia, and the recommendation by Pares of S.C. Talbot.
There is discussion of a project undertaken by Pares and a group of collaborators, including Harold Whitmore Williams, journalist and linguist, to compile a history of the liberation movement in contemporary Russia, with explanation of the process by which they are working and gathering information. There is an offer to send articles and information received on Russia, in conjunction with Williams, who is employed as correspondent on Russia for the Manchester Guardian, which is accepted, and discussion of British opinion of and relations with Russia. There is a letter from Elton to Scott, relating to discussion of Pares, his political views and intentions, and his book on the history of Russia. There is a request from Pares that Scott meet with his son, Richard Pares, historian, in order to give him advice and guidance on a career in journalist, which is granted.
Also included is correspondence between Pares and W.P. Crozier, relating to the decision of the Manchester Guardian not to employ a correspondent in Moscow, and an offer to Pares of employment to write an weekly article on the on-going effects of the [Second World] war on Russia and Eastern Europe, which is accepted, with discussion of potential content and length. Also included is discussion of the decision to discontinue Pares' column, owing to the paper shortage, and the need for a reduction of the paper, with praise of Pares' work, and a request that he continue to contribute occasional articles.
GDN/A/P3/2 is an internal employment history index card for Pares, 1904.