People of Note
John Axe
Mr John Axe was born in Whiston. He was organist at Whiston Parish Church. Although blind from his birth, his abilities were of a very surprising kind, having a correct and superior knowledge of mechanics, music, etc. of which his works will remain a lasting memorial; such as the chimes in the borough church of Hedon, in Holderness, and his improvements on organs and other musical instruments.
He died in 1823, at Sprotborough, Yorkshire, age 38.
