Mr. Sutherland, affectionately known as "Darkle", retired on November 30th after 44 years' service. Mostly connected with the Tynemouth area he served at North Shields, Whitley Bay and at King Street, South Shields, opening Westoe Sub Branch in 1927. Such was his success that in 1932 he was asked to open Tynemouth branch where he stayed until 1942 when the Royal Navy claimed his services for the remaining war years. He served in destroyers, mainly in the North Sea and Atlantic Approaches. He returned to North Shields, taking up his appointment as Manager of Jesmond branch in 1946. He also served in the first world war for a few months at the end of 1918. He was immensely popular with the staff and customers alike and is held in high esteem by all. Such was his popularity that over seventy members of the staff and customers came to give him and Mrs. Sutherland their best wishes at a gathering at the Liberal Club in Newcastle. In making the presentation of a wallet and a handsome cheque, Mr. Prest referred to Mr. Sutherland's successful, happy career and to his wide popularity. Mr. W. S. Blaylock, Inspector, N.E. District Office, spoke appreciatively of Mr. Sutherland's loyal service to the Bank and also of his own personal friendship with Mr. and Mrs. Sutherland. Mr. L. J. Walton, District General Manager, had called earlier to express his best wishes for "Darkie's" long and happy retirement. Miss Patricia Gray gave Mrs. Sutherland a bouquet which was delightfully presented and charmingly received. A little subdued but in his inimitable style, "Darkle" responded to the many tributes paid to Mrs. Sutherland and himself and spoke of the happy times he had had in the Bank and of the many sincere friendships made.
Mr R C Hall On the Staff 1919 to 10928	Mr N L Watson Joined the Bank Here 1920		Mr D T Hall On the Staff 1928	Mr C G Manningham Manager 1932 to 1944
Mr J A Sutherland On the Staff 1946 to 1961	Mr A E Milburn On the Staff 1947 to 1949		Mr J H W Pepper Joined the Bank Here 1954 to 1955	Miss A Smith Cashier 1964
Mr J M Hogarth Manager 1967 to 1968
Title:		11-01-50 Newcastle Upon Tyne Jesmond
Type:		Full Branch - downgraded to sub branch 1968
Address:		261 Jesmond Road Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 1LF
Hours:		Mon to Fri 1000-1500
		Saturday 0900-1130
Telephone:		Newcastle 813697
Services:		Nightsafe Installed
Manager:		Mr J M Hogarth Manager
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