Edwin Savage facts for kids
Edwin Sidney Savage (born February 28, 1862 – died October 26, 1947) was an important British priest in the Church of England and a writer. He was born in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. He studied at New College, Eastbourne, University College London, and Magdalen College, Oxford.
Edwin Savage married Jane McEwan. Sadly, she passed away after their son, Ronald, was born. Later, in 1889, he married Sibil Farrar. Her father was Frederic Farrar, a well-known Dean of Canterbury. Edwin and Sibil had a son, Cuthbert, and four daughters: Enid, Audrey, Rosella, and Elflida.
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Leading Hexham Abbey
Edwin Sidney Savage served as the Rector of Hexham from 1898 to 1919. A rector is like the main priest or leader of a church. During his time there, he was in charge of rebuilding and restoring the historic Hexham Abbey. This was a big project that helped preserve the abbey for future generations.
Serving During Wartime
During the First World War, Edwin Savage played a vital role. He worked as the Chief Commissioner for the YMCA in the Mediterranean region. He helped people on 21 ships during this time. For his efforts in helping civilians, especially in Serbia, he received several special awards.
He was given the Serbian Red Cross Order. He also received the Order of St Sava and was made an honorary major by King Peter I of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes. The Serbian Orthodox Church also honored him with its Golden Cross. He often wore this special gold cross. He also helped on a group called the International Commission. This group looked into terrible events that happened during the Balkan Wars.
Later Life and Legacy
On October 26, 1947, Edwin Savage was found after a fire alarm in his home in Bexhill. The cause of his death was ruled accidental. He had lived in Bexhill for about 20 years.
Other Notable Contributions
Edwin Savage had many other achievements throughout his life:
- He helped build the Abbey Institute in Hexham. Today, this building is known as the Hexham Community Centre.
- He worked to restore and preserve the Church of St Bartholomew the Great, Smithfield. He was the rector there from 1929 to 1944.
- He was an honorary chaplain for two important groups in London: the Worshipful Companies of Butchers and the Makers of Playing Cards.
- He was also an honorary canon of Newcastle Cathedral.
Writings
Edwin Sidney Savage also wrote several books about the places he served:
- A Record of All Works Connected with Hexham Abbey since January 1899 and now in progress (1907)
- Rahere Yesterday and Today & His Priory Church of St. Bartholomew: Its Chequered Story and An Appeal (circa 1930)
