Mr. Sparshatt is seen with his steam engine, 'Papyrus'.
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Short Summary
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Description
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Data
- Film ID:
- 821.05
- Media URN:
- 9633
- Group:
- Pathe newsreels
- Archive:
- British Pathé
- Issue Date:
- 11/03/1935
- Sound:
- mute
- HD Format:
- Available on request
- Stock:
- Black & White
- Duration:
- 00:00:42:00
- Time in/Out:
- 01:04:29:00 / 01:05:11:00
- Canister:
- 35/20
Unknown user says
The engine seen here achieved the first authenticated run of over 100mph (hitting 105mph) in the UK.
The record was achieved on 5 March 1935.
The engine is LNER Class A3 locomotive number 2759, named "Papyrus".
Although the driver is often documented as William Sparshatt, it seems that his family name was actually Sparshott.
JonGray says
The family name is definitely Sparshatt (I'm married to Bill's great grand niece!)
BritishPathe says
Thank you both for your comments. We have updated the record in light of this information. Thank you for helping us to keep our archive organised!