Williamson, Edward

Edward Williamson

Williamson was born at 3 Farney Terrace, Londonderry on 12th October 1910 the son of John Williamson, Sergeant, Royal Irish Constabulary and Harriet Florence Williamson nee Cole. They had married on 11th November 1919 at St. Colman's Church of Ireland, Kilcolman, Kings County (now Co. Offally).

In 1911 Williamson (0) is living with his parents in house 17, Rosemount Avenue, Londonderry.

Williamson joined the Belfast Banking Company on 18th July 1927. His father signed the Bankers Guarantee giving his address as Drumnagee, Bushmills. Later on, Edwards mother joined in the guarantee.

Belfast Bank - Bankers Guarantee ledger sheet

The Londonderry Sentinel of 29th March 1934 recorded the death of Florence, Williamson's mother on 27th March 1934 at 41 Great James Street, Londonderry.

Following his return from Active Service, Williamson was transferred to Central (1946), South End (1954 - Pro Manager), Head Office (1963).

Belfast Bank, Central branch (Donegall Square North)

Belfast Bank, Head Office, Waring Street, Belfast

In 1947, Williamson was a member of the Belfast Banking Company Sports Club paying 5 shillings subscription.

 
The Staff Magazine ‘The Link’ (Autumn 1972) records Edward's appointment from Joint Chief Cashier to Chief Cashier.

Belfast Bank note signed by E Williamson