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Agnes Logan Stewart blue plaque

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Agnes Logan Stewart blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Agnes Logan Stewart. Between 1872-1880 this religious educational and social benefactor established an orphanage and two schools in this area with her own money. Her legacy to support the education of East Leeds children enabled the building of Agnes Stewart Church of England High School in 1965 on this site. 1820-1886 Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.
Agnes Logan Stewart was a significant philanthropist who used her own resources to establish an orphanage and two schools between 1872-1880, greatly contributing to the education and welfare of East Leeds children. Her legacy continued to support educational initiatives in the area well into the 20th century with the establishment of Agnes Stewart Church of England High School in 1965.

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