Gordon Tait
@gordontoon
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Dr in Eng Lit. from @hullenglish: Joseph Skipsey, archives, mining & w/c lit, NE identity. User researcher. Gateshead-born: @NUFC @DurhamCricket. Chainee 8284.
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Joined December 2010
An article about a newly discovered letter from #wbyeats to #josephskipsey has been published and is available here: https://t.co/88V3OsUgwt
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Ballot result: unfortunately, blah blah blah, Tottenh blah blah blah #nufc
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It covers 1946, the year he won the Sportsman of the Year trophy presented to him by Aneurin Bevan, married his sweetheart Nora, and had his first taste of defeat in America. You can find the full story so far here: https://t.co/MfifEkyv17
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To commemorate this achievement, the dedicated website created by Bruce’s son and grandson, Bruce and Ben, is launching a new chapter in the saga of Bruce’s career.
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It was a triumph for the 25 year old and his entry into the annals of boxing to become the greatest British heavyweight of his generation.
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Eighty years ago today Bruce Woodcock defeated Jack London to become British Heavyweight Champion, just three years after turning professional.
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My cousin Mairín Power says there’s much more to Hastings than 1066, since moving there. Worth an RT! @gordontoon @sluggy1967 @DeirdreAPower
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Hastings events during the week include arts workshops, urban forest bathing, tree ID trails, information stall on caring for trees and the opportunity to wander around a train station community...
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STUDENTSHIP OPPORTUNITY: The Northern Echo and the Politics of Place (Deadline: 31 May 2025)
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Northumbria University and the British Library are pleased to offer an exciting PhD studentship opportunity: The Northern Echo and the Politics of Place The establishment of The Northern Echo newsp…
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🏆 COMPETITION GIVEAWAY! ⚫️⚪️ As we continue to celebrate our Carabao Cup win, we’re giving you the chance to win these brilliant prints from @Sporting_Prints To enter: 1️⃣ Retweet this post 2️⃣ Follow both us & @Sporting_Prints 3️⃣ Comment #Winners2025 Winner announced on
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@IanLaveryMP This is a brilliant documentary podcast featuring Dr @gordontoon Tait regarding Joseph Skipsea. The Pit Man Poet. It’s a great complement to the peerless, Close The Coal House Door. RT would be much appreciated. https://t.co/EuR2wGjjh0
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Working Class History · Episode
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And we’re underway at the @DigiGovExpo 👍 The @NECDigiStudio team are energised and looking forward to a great first day of learning and insight. If you’re attending, why not visit us at stand B7 and see how user-centred design is your team? #DigiGovExpo
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5 years ago today, Joelinton scored his first goal for #NUFC. Meanwhile...
"What an innings! What a player! Take a bow, Ben Stokes" It's been five years since that incredible chase at Headingley ✨ #OnThisDay (via @englandcricket) https://t.co/Yff8EhdONl
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As people seem to be migrating out of this place due to the current 'difficulties' with the platform, I have a new account on BlueSky: @gordontoon.bsk.social Join me there, if you want.
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And 28 years ago today @SimonPryde
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Branwell Brontë was born OTD in 1817. Poet Laureate, Simon Armitage, and I collaborated on a piece for @guardian a few years back, celebrating his often overlooked contribution to the sibling unit. https://t.co/ooE0IC9rU8
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Have you seen our latest exhibition yet? If not be quick! Voice from the Wall: Morden Tower and Newcastle's Poetry Revival' celebrating 60 years of poetry readings at the venue is open until the 7th of July on Level 2 of the Philip Robinson Library.
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