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Mayor choosing, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1986
Filename: TRURI-2017-5-13.tiff
Size: 4112 x 2783 (34.4MB)
Date: 8th August 2017
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.406021, -4.675068
© RIC, photographer Jonathan Barker
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Royal Cornwall Museum
Mayor choosing, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1986
Photographed at Restormel Lodge Hotel. Left to Right. Bill Doe (Town Sergeant), Anthony Elkington (Town Clerk), Ida Keast (Mayor), Rod Keast (Mayors Consort), Gwen Powell-Jones (Deputy Mayor), Richard Jones (Deputy Mayors Consort), Andrew Daniell (Sergeant at Mace). Photographer: Jonathan Barker
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TRURI : 2017.5.13
Media ID 13760034
© RIC, photographer Jonathan Barker
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in the history of Lostwithiel, Cornwall. Taken in May 1986 at the elegant Restormel Lodge Hotel, it showcases a group of esteemed individuals who played pivotal roles in shaping the town's destiny. Standing proudly from left to right are Bill Doe, the respected Town Sergeant; Anthony Elkington, the diligent Town Clerk; Ida Keast, an influential figure as Mayor; and Rod Keast, her supportive consort. Alongside them stand Gwen Powell-Jones, Deputy Mayor with unwavering determination; Richard Jones, her devoted consort; and Andrew Daniell, Sergeant at Mace. The photograph exudes a sense of authority and dignity as each person dons their official regalia. The mayor's cloak gracefully drapes over Ida Keast's shoulders while she proudly wears the mayoral chain around her neck—a symbol of responsibility entrusted upon her by the community. This image is not just about individuals but represents unity and civic duty. It encapsulates a moment when these dedicated leaders came together to make important decisions for Lostwithiel's future. Preserved by photographer Jonathan Barker with great attention to detail, this historical artifact now finds its place within Royal Cornwall Museum—an enduring testament to those who have served their beloved Cornish town selflessly throughout generations.
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