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- 1987 (Creation)
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1 file, paper
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Regarding a ceremony in Shildon, the reissue of his books, the memorial service at Durham, the deposit of the Chaplin collection at Newcastle University, the publication of 'Northern Stories', TV programme "The Works" and other tributes, Honorary Master of Arts Graduation, information on Ken Rowdens exhibiton 'Legends' including sculptures based on In Blackberry Time', along with older cuttings from the start of his career. Includes manuscript and typescript of poem "Sid Chaplin" by Ralph Matthews, and copy of the Shildon Town Council Civic Hall Management Committee agenda item 4 regarding a new production of "In Blackberry Time" by the Live Theatre Company, written by Alan Plater and Michael Chaplin.