Correspondence with Ernest Barker

Scope and Content

Correspondence with Sir Ernest Barker (1874-1960), political theorist, relating to discussion of potential articles by Barker for publication in the Manchester Guardian. This includes discussion of an article on a celebration at Lady Margaret Hall, Oxford, and a request for an article by Barker [on disarmament], which is refused.

Also included is correspondence relating to the provision by Barker of copies of letters by Ernesto Rossi for potential publication in the Manchester Guardian, with discussions on whether this is advisable, and might cause damage to Rossi's cause.

There is a copy letter in response to the recommendation by Barker of J.C. Pringle [for potential employment at the Manchester Guardian].