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Remarkable benevolence in old Bristol stage tale
The narrative recounts Winstone’s quarrel with his manager, a perilous sea voyage, and Quin’s striking aid. Quin restored Winstone to his salary, had his name printed in bills, then provided funds after forcing his tailor to supply clothing. Winstone, moved, recalled Quin’s humanity and died years later in Bristol.
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Winstone
London
Quin
Wales
Swansea
Bristol
Taylor
Monmouth Street
Jemmy
Old Winstone
Hotwells