Hilda Swettenham (b. ~1907): Life & Labour
In a memoir entitled ‘‘Early Working Life from 1921 to 1936’ and other autobiographical fragments’, it is unsurprising to discover the central …
Hilda Swettenham (b. ~1907): Politics, Protest & Class
A commentary on her experiences in the textile industry, Hilda Swettenham’s memoir is a shocking depiction of worker rights and gender politics …
Doris Hunt (born 1900) : Education and Schooling
Through Doris’s writing it is evident that she is extremely fond of schooling, education and reading. She flourished in school at an …
Margaret Watson (b.1907) Habits, Culture and Belief
As Margaret’s memoir mainly discusses the importance of her work and family life, the cultural activities she remembers engaging in are almost …
Hymie Fagan (1903-1988): Education & Schooling
“It was not education for living, but for work” (32) explains Hymie Fagan about his education at the Westborough Road Boys School. …