Monday 16 November 2015

*MANCHESTER* - John Dalton (1766-1844)

Inscription:- "John Dalton. A Cumberland man worked in Manchester from 1792 until his death. He made many advances in meteorology, the physics and chemistry of gases and the theory of combustion. He is remembered above all else for his concept of atomic theory and atomic weights published in his 'New System of Chemical Philosophy'. 1808-1810.
These stones formed part of the memorial to John Dalton at Ardwick Cemetery and were moved here when the building of the College began in 1961."
Sculptor:- William Theed - made from bronze, on a sandstone pedestal.
Unveiled:- 26th July, 1855.
Notes:- originally located in Piccadilly Gardens, the statue was moved on 12th May, 1966 to outside Manchester Metropolitan University; estimated cost £900; Grade II listed; this was a copy of the earlier marble statue by Francis Chantrey which is inside the entrance to Manchester Town Hall.
Overall:- 6/10

Saturday 14 November 2015

*MANCHESTER* - James Fraser (1818-1885)

Inscription:- "James Fraser D.D. Bishop of Manchester 1870-1885 - Born 18th August 1818 - Died 22nd October 1885 - Erected by Public Subscription 1887."
Sculptor:- Thomas Woolner - made from bronze, on a granite pedestal.
Unveiled:- 14th April 1888, by Mayor James Harwood.
Notes:- paid for by public subscription (full amount raised £3,946, actual cost was £3,250); Grade II listed.

The pedestal has three relief panels apparently showing Fraser in his role as bishop, citizen and charity worker:-
Overall:- 6.5/10