Folder containing correspondence and research material on Edward Selby Little who, according to the granddaughters undertaking the research Mrs Dorothy A. Lucy (née Tommy Hawkings) and Mrs E. Van Hall, was instrumental in achieving the Treaty of China leading to the first Republic of China 1911. Correspondents include China's secretary general, Political Office of 10 Downing Street and Public Record Office and Mrs Thatcher.

Material does not have a clear link to Kenneth Cantlie, although it is possible he was helping Mrs' Lucy and Van Hall with their enquiries.