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30 January 1917 - Albert Wilson
On this day in 1917, a deputation of suffragettes went to Downing Street to discuss the extension of the vote, but the prime minister refused to meet with them, and in Tynemouth, Albert Wilson is also disappointed.
Written by Katie Hims
Directed by Jessica Dromgoole
Sound: Martha Littlehailes
Last on
Mon 30 Jan 201712:04
BBC Radio 4
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Albert Wilson | Jamie Foreman |
| Phyllis Marshall | Christine Absalom |
| Ada Stokoe | Hannah Genesius |
| Mrs Milliard | Hannah Wood |
| Mr Milliard | John Bowler |
| Marion Wardle | Laura Elphinstone |
| Writer | Katie Hims |
| Producer | Jessica Dromgoole |
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- Mon 30 Jan 201712:04BBC Radio 4
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