Guide to Lord Noel-Buxton Papers


Collection Summary

Title: Lord Noel-Buxton Papers
Call Number: MS 94-15
Size: 0.25 linear feet
Acquisition: The collection was a purchase by Special Collections.
Processed by: JEO 2/1/1994; Reprocessed by JEF: 11/16/1998



Literary Rights

Literary rights were not granted to Wichita State University. When permission is granted to examine manuscripts, it is not an authorization to publish them. Manuscripts cannot be used for publication without regard for common law literary rights, copyright laws and the laws of libel. It is the responsibility of the researcher and his/her publisher to obtain permission to publish. Scholars and students who eventually plan to have their work published are urged to make inquiry regarding overall restrictions on publication before initial research.


Content Note

These papers of Lord Noel-Buxton contain nine documents regarding the conclusion of peace with Nazi Germany during World War II. The letters are written to Lord Noel-Buxton by other members of British parliament in 1940 through 1944 and provide insight on attitudes on peace as well as notes involving United States' involvement in the War including the Prussian Debate, Russia's annexes and Bulgaria.


Administrative History

None available.

Series Listing 

None available.


Box and Folder Listing

Box 1

FF 1

Two letters written to Lord Noel-Buxton on February 16, 1940 and March 4, 1940. The latter is written by Lord Halifax and discuss a memo by Lord Noel-Buxton and questions United States’ involvement.

Box 1

FF 2

Three letters dated October 14, 1940 and December 20, 1940. One letter is from Lord Halifax and another is by R. A. Butler discussing peace options.

Box 1

FF 3

Three letters dated February 16, 1940, May 15, 1944, and May 18, 1944. The letter from R. A. Butler discusses peace options. These letters from William Cantuar relate to annexation of Poland by Russia and treatment of Germany.

Box 1

FF 4

Two letters dated June 3, 1944 and December 13, 1944 regarding treatment of Germany. The 6-3-1944 letter is from William Cantuar. The latter letter is by Lord Halifax regarding a speech by Noel-Buxton.