Correspondence with J.L. Bashford relating to discussion of multiple articles by Bashford on agriculture, and on the political and economic situation in Germany for the Manchester Guardian, including reference to the death of Wilhelm I, Emperor of Germany. There are internal memoranda discussing potential subjects for articles and letters to the editor by Bashford.
There is a letter from Norah Bashford relating to an enquiry regarding potential occasional employment by the Manchester Guardian, following the death of her husband. Also included is a letter of introduction for Norah Bashford from Conny Michaelis.