Gladstone, William Ewert, 1809-1898

Staff Only

Dates

Existence: 1809 - 1898

Biography

William Ewart Gladstone FRS FSS (29 December 1809 – 19 May 1898) was a British statesman and Liberal politician. In a career lasting over 60 years, he served for 12 years as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, spread over four non-consecutive terms beginning in 1868 and ending in 1894. He also served as Chancellor of the Exchequer four times, serving over 12 years.

Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:

William Ewart Gladstone

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 858568

Mss 858568

Date(s): 1858-10-18

Scope and Contents

Two-page letter from William Ewart Gladstone in Liverpool to an unidentified recipient in Liverpool, telling him that business calls him to London and he will be unable to attend Wynne Eyton's address.

William Ewart Gladstone letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 855123

Mss 855123

Date(s): 1855-01-23

Scope and Contents

Three-page letter from William Ewart Gladstone tin London, England to an unidentified recipient, concerning management of the Liverpool Southport Railway. He suggests the appointment of a Mr. Sharpe as Managing Director.

William Ewart Gladstone letter

Collection

Identifier: MSS 856226

MSS 856226

Date(s): 1856-03-26

Scope and Contents

Two-page letter from William Ewart in London, England to someone named Watson, enclosing a check for the amount of a dividend on some stock. Mentions Lord Clarendon's imminent return from France where he is taking part in the drafting of the Declaration of Paris.

William Ewert Gladstone letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 854366

Mss 854366

Date(s): 1854-06-16

Scope and Contents

Letter from William Ewert Gladston in London to an unidentified recipient, telling him that he is enclosing some packets from Lord Torrington for his examination. Enclosure lacking.