Moseley, Sydney ___ 1888-1961 ___ British ___ writer

BIOGRAPHICAL SUMMARY
The only information about Sydney Moseley readily available on the internet appears to be that connected with John Logie Baird and the early development of television, for which Moseley was an enthusiastic supporter. He joined the 'Daily Express' in 1910. Later, he lived in Cairo, editing English newspapers, and serving as a correspondent for the 'New York Times'. Subsequently, back in Britain, he founded the 'Southend Times' and also stood for election to Parliament as a member for Southend-on-Sea. Although a colourful and outspoken journalist in his day, Moseley is probably best remembered for his biography of Baird, which appeared in 1952.
A biography link
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DIARY DATES, CONTENT DESCRIPTORS
1903-1960 ___ literary travel culture society people

WEB TEXT LINKS
one extract
a bit about

ORIGINAL MANUSCRIPT LINKS
 

SOME PUBLISHED TITLES
Private Diaries of Sydney Moseley
 

December 2005, July 2008
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