Correspondence with Hector Le Prevost

This material is held atUniversity of Manchester Library

  • Reference
    • GB 133 GDN/A/L36
  • Dates of Creation
    • 25 Oct 1910-6 Aug 1933
  • Physical Description
    • 8 pieces

Scope and Content

Correspondence with Hector Le Prevost, journalist, relating to an application for a vacancy as a sub-editor at the Manchester Guardian, with details of previous experience. There are references for Le Prevost from J. [L?] Laurance, journalist, and R.M. Walling, journalist and editor, at The Western Daily Mercury.

There is discussion of a change in Le Prevost's role at the Manchester Guardian from sub-editor to foreign sub-editor, and a summary of Le Prevost's work experience and war service. Also included is correspondence relating to Le Prevost's appointment as editor of the North Mail and Newcastle Chronicle, and an expression of thanks for his experience at the Manchester Guardian.

There is discussion of and provision of a reference for Le Prevost from W.P. Crozier.