John Robert Hymes

John Robert Hymes was a professional sculler from Stockton.

May 1877
Bell's Life reported:
John Robert Hymes of Stockton and John Bright of the Mushroom were matched to row from the Mansion House to Scotswood Suspension Bridge for £200. Bright, in his day, was considered to be one of the best open-boat rowers on the Tyne, but the race on this occasion took place in best boats, and his youthful opponent, who was looked upon as a most promising sculler, won as he liked, Bright being completely done with before they had gone a mile.

July 1877
Bell's Life reported:
We understand that John Robert Hymes of Stockton has already gone into residence at Mrs. Pankhurst's, the Bulls Head, Barnes, to complete his preparation for his match against William Spencer of Chelsea. The north countryman is attended by Fred Symes of London. Each man must deposit £25 on August 3rd, before 4pm, at this office.