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Samuel Kelly blue plaque

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Samuel Kelly blue plaque
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Nine blue words on Castlereagh Street confirm that Sir Samuel Kelly drew his first breath inside that house in 1879. He grew into a coal importer and philanthropist, shaping Belfast life until 1937. The plaque exists to stop that address becoming just another brick wall, preserving the boy who became a public man.
This blue commemorative plaque records: Sir Samuel Kelly 1879-1937 coal importer and philanthropist born here Recorded plaque organisation: Ulster History Circle.
Sir Samuel Kelly was a prominent coal importer who significantly contributed to the British economy in the early 20th century and is remembered for his substantial philanthropic efforts.

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