IN sorting through long-stored items from my parents’ house we have come across an old leather-bound Samuel Newton bible (1771 edition).

The following is written inside the front and back covers: When this you see Pray think on me When I am far away R Burt, March 28th 1841 Inside the back cover is also written: List of the Burts
T Burt sen.
EH Burt
J Burt jun.
R Burt
C Burt amen
Burt Jon

My father bought and sold books in his retirement and we assume this bible was one of his purchases.

There are very many Burts listed in the Bournemouth phone directory and we wonder if any of the local Burt families might recognise the names listed above.

We would be very happy to give the bible to the right family if they can identify themselves. We can be contacted on 01202 511687.

CHRISTINE THWAITES, Hood Crescent, Bournemouth