If, however, the success of a politician is to be measured by the degree in which he is able personally to influence the course of politics, and attach to himself a school of political thought, then Mr. Mill, in the best meaning of the words, has succeeded.

In March 1870 Millicent Fawcett spoke in Brighton her husband's constituency and as a speaker was known for her clear speaking voice. Newson's business quickly became a success and all of his children were educated at a private boarding school in Blackheath London run by Louisa Browning the aunt of Robert Browning. Full text online.

As a suffragist as opposed to a suffragette Millicent Fawcett took a moderate line but was a tireless campaigner. However Millicent Fawcett is primarily known for her work as a suffragist. She was a British suffragist an intellectual political leader Union leader mother wife and writer.