J H Whitley
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J H Whitley
Family Name
Whitley
Given Name
J H
Nationality
British
Job Title
Chairman of the BBC
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John Henry Whitley (8 February 1866 – 3 February 1935), often known as J. H. Whitley, was a British politician and Georgist.[2][3] He was the final Liberal to serve as Speaker of the House of Commons, a role he held from 1921 to 1928. His friendship with John Reith led to his appointment as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the BBC in 1930.[23] In 1932, he made the first broadcast on the Empire Service, which developed into the World Service.[7] He held the Chairmanship until his death. (Wikipedia)
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| Title | Alternate label | Class |
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 First broadcast of the BBC Empire Service |
Performer/Speaker | CreativeWork |
| Inauguration of the BBC Empire Service | Performer/Speaker | CreativeWork |