Things To DoHISTORY FEATURE: The lure of 19th century America and the mixed fortunes of those who leftBy Gareth DennisonPublished 2nd Aug 2022, 08:49 BSTUpdated 2nd Aug 2022, 08:58 BST IN THE mid-19th century, watchmaker Robert Mason decided his time in Rotherham was over — and moved to America in search of new opportunities. Related topics:Rotherham