Democratic Sentinel, Volume 18, Number 39, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 12 October 1894 — UNIQUE FIGURE IN ENGLAND. [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

UNIQUE FIGURE IN ENGLAND.

William Morris, Millionaire, Manufacturer, Poet, Artist and Socialist. One of the most unique figures in England is William Morris, an aspirant to the poet laureateship. He is

a millionaire, manufacturer. poet, artist and Socialist. Although a capitalist and the owner of a lactory in which are employed hundreds of hands, he is one .of the most active •Socialists. Frequently, it is said, he harangues crowds in the streets of London, telling of

the social revolution and the great upheaval to come. He says: “I was led to Socialism by noting how ugly civilization is.” He has a very poor opinion of the people of the United States. In all probability he will be named for the office of poet laureate unless the position be entirely abolished

WM. MORRIS.