Background
STEPHENSON, William Haswell was born on May 15, 1836. Son of Win. Stephenson, of Throckley House, Northumberland.
STEPHENSON, William Haswell was born on May 15, 1836. Son of Win. Stephenson, of Throckley House, Northumberland.
Studied at Wesley College, Sheffield. Doctor of Civil Law.
Was Sheriff, has been four times Mayor of Newcastle, and Lord Mayor, 1909-1910. Chairman of Tyne Commission, and director of several public companies. Chairman of Newcastle Commercial Exchange Company Decorated for public service to the community. D.L., Alderman and Magistrate.
Spouse 1862, Eliza Mary (d. 1901),daughter of James Bond.