South Tyneside History
| Title | The Tom Perry Lifeboat |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | STH0000014 |
| Photographer | Unknown |
| Town or Village | South Shields |
| Date | Post 1872 |
| Original Format | Black and white photograph of engraving |
| Period | Victorian (1837-1901) |
| Copyright | South Tyneside Libraries |
| Further Information | The Tom Perry was launched at Coble Landing, June 1872. Miss T. Perry, of Harton donated £600 to the trustees of The Tyne Lifeboat Society so that the wishes of her husband should be carried out during her own lifetime. The naming ceremony was carried out by Miss Moore, daughter of the Mayor, Mr Edward Moore. Black and white copy of a print by John Henry Haggit, South Shields. Photographer and miniature artist located in the Market Place, South Shields, 1870s. |
