Ayerst, David.

David Ayerst (fl 1971-91) edited an anthology of Guardian writings, entitled The Guardian Omnibus, an anthology of 150 years of Guardian writing (London: 1971), to mark the newspaper's 150th anniversary. He also edited The Guardian Omnibus, 1821-1971 (London: 1973).

James Garvin wrote for The Observer between 1907 and 1942. He was appointed editor in 1908.

From the guide to the Working papers of David Ayerst for his biography of J.L. Garvin, late 20th century (some copies of original material, late 19th-early 20th century), (University of Oxford, Bodleian Library)