Local Records, or Historical Register of Remarkable Events Which Have Occurred in Northumberland and Durham, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Berwick-Upon-Tweed; With Biographical Sketches of Deceased Persons of Talent, Eccentricity and Longevity (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1876. Excerpt: ... the solemnity of the proceedings; and, indeed, the brethren wou'd find that the accommodation would be ample and sufficient for the whole province to meet in. He mentioned the obligations of members of the craft, and concluded by adding, in the words well known to all masons, "From the foundation that we have laid this day may we raise a superstructure which will be perfect in all its parts, and honourable to the builder." October 11.--This evening a very gratifying and well deserved testimonial was presented to Dr. Bolton, in recognition of the valuable services rendered by him during the many years he was connected with the Infirmary as assistant-surgeon and house surgeon, at his residence in Westgate Street, Newcastle. The chair was taken by Mr. J. T. Pattinson, hon. secretary, and amongst the gentlemen present were Mr. R. Y. Green, secretary to the Infirmary, Dr. Page, house surgeon, Mr. Ernest Biesterfeld, Dr. Walpole, Mr. J. Bell, Mr. J. M. Carr, and Mr. Thomas Cooke. The testimonial, which consisted of a handsomely framed illuminated address, a silver salver, and a purse containing one hundred and twenty sovereigns, was presented in a complimentary speech by the chairman on behalf of the subscribers.--Dr. Bolton, in a brief speech, returned thanks for their kindness. October 14.--This afternoon, an accident occurred at the shipbuilding yaid of-Messrs. C. Mitchell and Co., Lot Walker, which resulted fatally in the case of four men, and caused severe injuries to thirteen others. The yard of Messrs. Mitchell, in which a considerable number of hands are employed in constructing iron ships, is situated at Low Walker, a short distance from the iron manufactory and engineering works of Messrs. Bolls, Goodman, and Co., where, by a remarkable coincidence, a...