A Message From The Past. Scribed On A Pew. In Capel Salem Corris.

In the dark, unexplored corner of the upper tier of the gallery, the last remaining pew in the slate built Grade II listed Capel Salem Corris, that I am restoring, stood lonely and defiant.

I prised it away from the wall loosening the hand cut brad nails and turned it on its side.

I noticed there was some writing in pencil.

As a  time served carpenter, sometimes, I leave my name for the next generation to find.

A shiver ran down my spine as I read the old-fashioned script.

Nathaniel Owen Hughes Joiner
(Late of Llanbrynmair)
Tywyn
October 9th, 1895
Blessed is the name of God in this church.

His work in pitch pine was of the highest standard.

I tipped my cap to his craftsmanship as I read his message passed down, hidden on the back of a pew that he made......to me.