While researching a branch of my family tree I was recently forwarded the obituary of John William Hutchinson 1872 - 1954. This John William Hutchinson was initially a Mill worker but became the first librarian at Eccleshill public library. He retired from there in 1924 and then wrote articles on the textile trade. According to his obituary this passion for writing "he had probably inherited from his grand-father, Richard Pitts, the Idle poet" I have googled Richard Pitt and The Idle Poet with no joy. Does anyone have any information re this man and his poetry. I thought I would ask as I know several of you have good knowledge of local characters and celebrities from the past. I will contact Eccleshill library tomorrow to see if they have anything. With thanks for anything you have Liz