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From the Telegraph & Argus of March 12, 1980...

Bradford scientists were honoured yesterday by the Society of Dyers and Colourists at its annual presentation ceremony. The gold medal was awarded to Cleckheaton-born Mr Will Furness for exceptional services to the society. Mr John Summersgill of Pudsey was awarded a bar to his gold medal for exceptional services. A silver medal for valuable services to the society was given to Mrs Winifred Sylvia Davis.

From the Telegraph & Argus of March 12, 1955...

Bradford Old Choral Society last night gave a performance of Halifax-born Sir George Dyson's "The Canterbury Pilgrims." Unfortunately St George's Hall was only one third full for this colourful contribution, based on Chaucer. Here is a work in conventional style, showing Dyson as a firmly robust composer avoiding the modern but yet in this conservative approach bringing out the best in the choral medium. This a delightful series of parts, reflective of the character writings and the society. Under Dr Percy G Saunders, organist and master of choir at Wakefield Cathedral, with the Lenae Orchestra, this show was one to remember.