Tag: 1901

Tragic End for Olympian Alfred Tysoe in Blackpool

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The Olympic Games of 1900 in Paris were far removed from the modern spectacle. Poorly organised and overshadowed by the World’s Fair, they still provided the stage for a Lancashire runner to make history. Alfred Ernest Tysoe, born in Padiham on 4 April 1874, rose above the chaos to claim gold in the 800 metres. On an uneven grass track at the Bois de Boulogne, he left American rivals trailing and crossed the line in 2:01.2. He then added a second title in the 5000 metre team race alongside his British teammates.

Sir Nigel Gresley Marries Ethel Fullagar at St Annes Parish Church

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Sir (Herbert) Nigel Gresley (19th June 1876 – 5th April 1941) was one of Britain’s most famous steam locomotive engineers, who rose to become Chief Mechanical Engineer of the London and North Eastern Railway. He was an apprentice at The Horwich ‘Loco’ works and later became a locomotive foreman in Blackpool. He met Ethel Frances Fullagar in Blackpool in 1899 and married her at St Annes Parish Church in October 1901. The plaque, funded by St Annes town council, commemorates the marriage. He was knighted in 1936. Gresley was the designer of some of the most famous steam locomotives in… Read more »

King of Comedy DAN LENO at Pavilion Theatre and the Grand

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Dan Leno (1860-1904) was the greatest of all the music hall stars of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He appeared at theatres and music halls across the United Kingdom filling their auditoriums with his particular brand of comic madness and pathos. Every year he was contracted to perform at the annual pantomime at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in London’s West End; as well as annual residencies at the famous Pavilion Music Hall, Piccadilly Circus. He became the highest paid artist of his generation. His influence on other comic performers that followed him is well documented; the likes… Read more »

St Annes Old Links

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Founded in 1901, St Annes Old Links is one of the finest championship golf courses on England’s north-west coast. Nestled in the historic golfing region of Lancashire, this revered links course boasts a rich heritage and a reputation for excellence. The club takes great pride in its meticulously maintained 6,907-yard, par-72 Championship Links course, which offers a true test of golf for players of all levels. Over the years, St Annes Old Links has played an integral role in the world of championship golf, hosting numerous prestigious tournaments. The club has been a Final Qualifying venue for The Open on… Read more »