What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: This plaque was unveiled by John Dalrymple, 14th Earl of Stair, and Alex Ferguson, MSP for the Galloway and West Dumfries to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the railway arriving at Stranraer Harbour 1st October 1862 - 1st October 2012 Portpatrick Railway Company 1861-1864 Caledonian Railway Company 1864-1885 Portpatrick and Wigtownshire Joint Committee 1885-1923 London Midland and Scottish Railway Company 1923–1947 British Transport Commission 1948 –1962 British Railways Board 1963–1997 National Express 1997– 2004 First ScotRail 2004 – Stranraer Harbour Station Recorded plaque organisation: Stranraer to Ayr Line Support Association.
John Dalrymple, 14th Earl of Stair, was a Scottish nobleman and politician known for his service in various governmental roles; Alex Ferguson is a former professional football player and manager, widely recognized for his successful tenure as the manager of Manchester United.
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