
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: John Marston JP 1836-1918 mayor 1889-1891 alderman 1891 freeman 1909 founder of the Sunbeam Company and his son Sir Charles Marston K St J, JP, FSA 1867-1946 industrialist and author lived here Recorded plaque organisation: Wolverhampton Civic Society.
John Marston was a prominent local figure who served as mayor and alderman in his town and founded the Sunbeam Company; his son, Sir Charles Marston, was an industrialist and author known for his contributions to industry and literature.
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