Evening Republican, Volume 22, Number 114, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 15 May 1919 — “Great Tom” Not in Abbey. [ARTICLE]

“Great Tom” Not in Abbey.

Westminster abbey bells, which are now being overhauled against the celebration of peace, do not, as. many people think. Include the famous bell ’‘Greet Tom of Westminster,” which was formerly rung on all Important occasions. Great Tom hung for centuries in the clock tower of the royal palace of Westminster, but when In 1715 th tower was no longer strong enough to stand the vibration and was taken down the bell was sent to St. Paul’s cathedral instead of being taken to the abbey. Great Tom’s duties are now confined to striking the hours and tolling for royal and important deaths and burials.