It had been forgotten about after being stored away for many years
Leeds General InfirmaryIn a fitting tribute to the surgeon, people donated to the hospital on his behalf and the equivalent of what would be nearly £90,000 today was raised.
Several of Walter’s relatives were invited to Leeds General Infirmary, where they received the plaque and were given an insight into the life and work of their relative.The ceremony for the handover was arranged by archivist Ronnie Walsh, who when researching Walter was fascinated to learn many of his relatives had become medical professionals themselves.
The plaque was uncovered in a crate containing others that were used to honour the memory of someone or commemorate charitable donations.Ronnie explained: “Over the years, as the wards have been refurbished, these things have fallen out of favour, taken down, put into storage and forgotten about.
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