Memorial to Dr. Isaac Watts, at Southampton: As the outcome of the celebration here in July last, of the bicentenary of the birth of Dr. Isaac Watts, the world famed sacred poet, the memorial stone of the handsome block of buildings which are just being raised at the read of the Above Bare Chapel was laid on Thursday afternoon … (continues) … Laying the Foundation Stone: This ceremony took place on the east side of the proposed new building facing the Park, where a commodious platform was erected. Mr. Morley came down from town by the midday train, and was met by Mr. Alderman Jones, in whose carriage he was driven to Above Bar. Amongst those present were … (list includes) … Pinsent …
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GRO0420 India: Henry John Pinsent: 1812 – 1894