Greater Birmingham: Election Notes: The Liberal party themselves are not inclined to allow Mrs. Hume Pinsent and Messrs. Charles and Todd a “walk over” in Edgbaston Ward. Miss Higginson, who was standing as an Independent, wisely decided to withdraw because, as we explained yesterday, she did not want to jeopardise the chances of Mrs. Hume Pinsent. Miss Higginson should, and no doubt will, have an opportunity later of joining Mrs. Pinsent on the Council. There is room for a lady of her ability on the governing body. Her retirement in favour of Mrs. Hume Pinsent does her credit, but now the Edgbaston Liberal Association and the Women’s Liberal Association have decided to run Mr. Chapman White, the secretary of the Midland Land Values League. Mr. Chapman White is no doubt a very estimable gentleman, but the electors may be inclined to inquire why he does not devote his energies to his league and leave Council matters to other people..
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GRO0245 Devonport: Ellen Frances Parker: 1866 – 1949