The assertion of failure coming from such persons does not mean that Mr. Mill failed to promote the practical success of those objects the advocacy of which forms the chief feature of his political writings.

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.