Introduction

 In this issue, we have a fascinating article on John Imrie, (who became an Alderman, JP

and prominent local figure during his lifetime), our Chairman’s Challenge and details

of a photographic competition to chronicle the history of South Tyneside.  We also have

an appeal for information on John Simpson Kirkpatrick (The Man with the Donkey) and

Pat Dickinson would like to hear from anyone interested in the history of the Tyne Pilots.