22927: Robert Walker Paterson
Robert Walker Paterson (1861-1934) was born in Dunbartonshire, and taught in Shapinshay, Orkney, before becoming the headmaster of Knockiandue School in 1901. He did not initially live in the Knockiandue Schoolhouse but lodged at 2 Laxay.
Robert was assisted at Knockiandue School by his niece, Agnes Mackay. He worked at the school until until 1926; his retirement party was recorded by the Stornoway Gazette. Robert retired to 22 Hall Street, Hamilton where he died in 1934. Robert did not marry nor have children.
Details
- Record Type:
- Person
- Date Of Birth:
- 10 Dec 1861
- Date of Death:
- 30 Aug 1934
- Gender:
- Male
- Brothers Keeper Reference:
- CECL 3890
- Occupation:
- Headteacher
- Record Maintained by:
- CECL
Related Media
Knockiandue School, pupils and teachers, 1920s