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This blue commemorative plaque records: Superintendent James Bent Policeman 1828-1901. Superintendent James Bent established a soup kitchen in this vicinity in 1878 feeding thousands of people and potentially saving them from starvation. Recorded plaque organisation: Trafford Council.
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Superintendent James Bent was a policeman who significantly contributed to public welfare by establishing a soup kitchen in 1878 that fed thousands and likely saved many from starvation.
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