Show Notes
On this episode of "Reading Between The Lines", host Iain, "Friend" Fiction Editor Lucy, Features team's Marion and DC Thomson archivist David take a look at "Susie The Flower Girl: A Romance Of The War", by Ethel Edwards. This story of love, class and conflict was first published in the magazine in January 1915. Don’t already get “The People’s Friend” delivered to your door? We have a new special offer just for “Reading Between The Lines” listeners: sign up today and you’ll be able to get your first 13 issues for just £6. Visit thepeoplesfriend.co.uk/podcast for more information. Remember to follow “The People’s Friend” on social media for more from the world’s longest-running weekly women’s magazine! Facebook: facebook.com/PeoplesFriendMagazineTwitter: twitter.com/TheFriendMag This season of “Reading Between The Lines” is proudly sponsored by The Oddfellows. Be part of a friendlier society; give them a call today on 0800 028 1810 for a free information pack, or visit oddfellows.co.uk to find your nearest branch. The Dear Old “People’s Friend” theme:Words by Charles J CunninghamMusic by Arthur HaroldPerformed for piano and clarinet by Neil BrandSung by Jennifer Phin
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