Catalogue description Murray, Miss Flora

Mrs W's excessively diffused efforts in Lincolnshire politics and local government. Miss Murray's work for the Lindsey Rural Community Council. Its integration with Women's Institutes in the 1930s. Changes in the class atmosphere of Lincolnshire WIs since then. Impact of transport changes on WIs since then. Mrs Wintringham's WI teapot. Her teamwork with Lady Astor. Role of the WIs in Lincolnshire life. Thrift and companionship among Lincolnshire WI members. The conservatism of the WIs on women's role. The wide range of organisations for Lincolnshire women in the 1970s. Importance of WI contribution in the Second World War. Impact of radio and television on country life. Mrs Wintringham's last years at Lincoln. Her way of life and disappointments in later life.