Plaque 1914-18 Primitive Methodist

Primitive Methodist Church (demolished)

Unknown

1914-18

Unveiled 6th November 1923 by Dr. Hay of Forest Lodge, Woodlands;
dedicated by Rev. Alfred Lee, Congregational Church, Newcastle.

Brass

To the glory of God and in loving memory of the fallen of this church and school, who gave their lives in the Great War 1914-1918.

Plaque “unpretentious”

1. Dr Hay was described as “a stranger, taking an interest in the locality”.

2. The names listed were not given in order of rank, but collectively.

3. At the service, “Miss Constance Hay then rendered a touching solo in a beautiful contralto voice. Dr Hay presided at the harmonium in a very able manner”.

4. The chapel had been newly painted and inscribed above the plaque on the wall was “Praise ye the Lord”.

5. Capt. J. Barrow of Blackhill presided in place of Mr. Alsop who had to attend a very important meeting.

6. The name of “B. Mosey” has been given as “Moses” on the memorial.

Blaydon Courier
10/11/1923 reports unveiling.

Consett Guardian
09/11/1923 reports unveiling.

Newcastle Weekly Chronicle
10/11/1923 reports unveiling.

Stanley News and Consett Chronicle
08/11/1923 reports unveiling.

Lanchester Remembers – Project Poppy Remembering our Fallen 1918-2018 booklet

Dorothy Hall;
Fitzhugh Collection, Middleton in Teesdale;
Ian Murray;
Pauline Priano