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19 December 1917 - Alan Lowther

On this day in 1917, it was announced that women's alcoholism had declined since the start of the war, and in Tynemouth, Alan Lowther feels the weight of responsibility.

Written by Shaun McKenna
Directed by Allegra McIlroy
Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.

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11 minutes

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Tue 19 Dec 201712:04
BBC Radio 4

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Credits

Alan LowtherDavid Seddon
Gladys LynchElaine Claxton
Hannah O'LearyMia Bainbridge
Joyce LyleTracy Whitwell
Duncan ChadwickMark Stobbart
Johnnie MarshallPaul Ready
WriterShaun McKenna
DirectorAllegra McIlroy
Series EditorJessica Dromgoole

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  • Tue 19 Dec 201712:04
    BBC Radio 4

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