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Matthew Tate was born on 5 September 1837 in Benton Square, Benton, Newcastle.
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His family were miners as were many of their antecedents. He began writing seriously in 1854 when only 17 years old and in c1874 published his first book of poetry, followed later by “Poems, Songs and Ballads by Matthew Tate”. He was also a contributor to the arts sections of the local newspapers and periodicals.
He lived all his life in Northumberland.
He lived in Waterloo, Blyth for many years.
