Mr. J. L. Garvin and the Ethics of Journalism On
Thursday, November 14th, the Spectator had the privilege of entertaining Mr. J. L. Garvin to a luncheon on his completion of twenty-one years as editor of the Observer. A remarkable gathering of some two hundred public men, journalists and those engaged in the production of newspapers, united to pay one of the most significant tributes that a journalist has ever received. The toast of " Many Happy Returns of the Day " was given by Mr. Arthur Henderson, the Foreign Secretary, Mr. Garvin's oldest friend amongst those present. He was supported by Mr. Lloyd George and Lord Londonderry. Mr. Garvin, in his reply, spoke eloquently of the character and independence which go to make up the essentials of a great newspaper. It is very encouraging to conclude, as we must, from the genuine appreciation which this occasion aroused, that the fearless, independent writer has still a very important part in guiding public opinion. Mr. Garvin's concep- tion of the ethics of journalism will long remain in the memory of those who had the good fortune to hear him:
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