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This black commemorative plaque records: Alderman James Clydesdale 1879-1962. Lived in and served the West End of Newcastle as a council member between 1922 and 1962. Appointed Lord Mayor in 1945. Aided by his wife, Mary (d. 1946), “Jimmy” was committed to social reform and a lifelong campaigner for the rights of the blind. Recorded plaque organisation: City of Newcastle upon Tyne.
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