ASQUITH (Herbert Henry, Earl of Oxford & Asquith, 1852-1928, Prime Minister)

Autograph Letter Signed to “Dear Sir Eldon” GORST (1861-1911, Minister Plenipotentiary in Cairo, MP) telling him that “my friend Mr Tree is visiting Egypt, having in view as I understand the foundation of a play with an Egyptian atmosphere. I should be greatly obliged if you would be so kind as to respond to any appeal he may make for your good offices...”, 2 sides 8vo., Archerfield House, Dirleton, Scotland, 9th January

In 1886 he was adopted as Liberal candidate for East Fife, a seat he held for over thirty years. In 1892, he was appointed as Home Secretary in Gladstone's fourth ministry, remaining in the post until the Liberals lost the 1895 election. In the decade of opposition that followed, Asquith became a major figure in the party, and when the Liberals regained power under Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman in 1905, Asquith was named as Chancellor of the Exchequer. In 1908, Asquith succeeded him as prime minister, with David Lloyd George as chancellor.
He is probably introducing Herbert Beerbohm TREE (1852-1917) Actor Manager.

Item Date:  1909

Stock No:  42903      £175

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