E. J. (Edward James) Boome (1883-1954) was a pioneer in the study of speech defects and was largely responsible for the development and teaching of speech therapy in the London County Council service, becoming consultant to the council in this area. He was a founder member of the College of Speech Therapists.

M. A. Richardson. At time of publication was Senior Assistant for London County Council Remedial Courses for Stammering Children.