Part of the Lancashire Lantern network, the Pioneers gives details of people who were famous local people in science, technology and innovation. These pioneers were either born in Lancashire or their endeavours made a significant contribution to the development of the County.
Sir Henry Tate - Death of Sir Henry Tate

Announcement of Tate's death in the Times newspaper Dec 9 1899

Obituary from the London Illustrated News

Tate's death certificate
Tate's Will: Probate: London 15 Feb to Dame Amy Fauney Tate widow, Sir William Henry Tate baronet and Edwin Tate sugar refiners and Cyrus Daniell china manufacturers.
Effects £1,263,565 5s 5d
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