Biographical Entry: Harold Heslop, 1898-1983.
Born 1 Oct 1898 in Rough Lea, Co. Durham. Died 10 Nov 1983. Father a pit deputy. 4 brothers. 3 sisters (one …
John Gibson (1887-1980): An Introduction
‘They knew I was a bit of a wild character’ (2). John Gibson’s memoir appears in the form of a transcript …
John Gibson (1887-1980): Home & Family
Although the transcript does not go into any great detail regarding his domestic life, it is clear John Gibson’s family were extremely …
Politics and Protest: Harold Heslop, 1898-1983.
From an early age, Harold Heslop demonstrated a keen interest in politics. In his memoir From Tyne to Tone: A Journey. Heslop …
Wilhelmina Tobias: Politics and Protest
There is limited mention of politics in Wilhelmina’s memoir, but in spite of this she makes her affiliations clear on the very …
R.W. Morris b.1895: Politics and Protest.
Richard W. Morris was a coal miner from County Durham. There is no doubt that he had political leanings, though he keeps his …
Thomas McLauchlan (1888-1979): Politics and Protest
“The period I am about to write about is a very turbulent one. At this time, the Liberals were at the peak …
Olive Doris Gold (1897-1977): Politics, Protest & Class
During Olive’s childhood she notes that the products that nearby factories were selling were sold for very cheap prices in order for …
Edna Bold (B.1904): Politics & Protest
There is no strong emphasis on Bold’s political views or actions throughout her memoir. The omission for this can be found in …