Papers of Edward Shortt, 1862-1935

The papers consist of two 'Press cutting' books containing cuttings and letters relating to the career of Edward Shortt. Most of the letters and papers are of biographical interest rather than political significance. Press cutting book 2 contains a great deal of newspaper material relating to Shortt's later career, especially as the first British film censor. There is unfortunately little material relevant to his work in Ireland or as a Lloyd George liberal.

Edward Shortt was born on 10 March 1862 and died 10 November 1935. Shortt graduated Durham University in 1884 having studied Classics and was elected as a Liberal Member of Parliament for Newcastle upon Tyne in 1910. He retained his seat until the end of his parliamentary career in 1922, during which time he served as Home Secretary between 1919 and 1922. (Source: Oxford DNB)

As described: Press cutting book 1, Press cutting book 2.

By prior appointment only. Application in writing (letter or email) to the Assistant Librarian (Archives). See Nuffield College Archives location page for more details.

The handlist for the Shortt collection can be found [online] Link: https://www.nuffield.ox.ac.uk/the-college/library/special-collection-and-archives/archive/

The papers reside with the family however the transcripts were made by E. David, Department of History, Bristol University in 1971, and are present on the handlist.