MISS JENNY LEE SWORN IN
YOUNGEST WOMAN M.P. IN BRITAIN It was a great day for Miss Jenny Lee, the youngest woman M.P. in Bnrain when she made her debut in the House of Commons a few weeks ago. After the division bell had gone she went through the lobby, walking between Mr J. Maxton, M.P., and Mr Robert Smillie, M.P., who had introduced the new member for North Lanark She wore a neat, beautifully tailored coat and skirt of heathery brown, and no hat. _ _ Even the calm House of Commons Police showed signs of interest as the o-irl member appeared to be sworn m. ‘"'Here comes the new girl, was whispered around people Waiting to see M 7 s.P. "What arc your impressions of the House of Commons?” Miss Lee was "‘ked "That’s rather premature, she replied. “I've only just arrived, but I hope to serve my apprenticeship and do some useful work here. ’ In answer to a question as to how politics affect women and marriage, asked bv someone, Miss Lee replied m downright tones: "I’ve no time for that. Miss Lee lias all the Scottish caution. She thinks beforo she speaks. Her voice is pleasant, and her articu atiou is perfect. There will bo no complaints about "not hearing” when Miss Leo speaks in the House. Miss Lee’s father, who is a miner, ! nn d her mother, were not able to go to see their daughter take her seat.
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Manawatu Times, Volume LIV, Issue 6918, 25 May 1929, Page 11
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