Author: Roy Westall
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 144563113X
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 193
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An illustrated history of Stockport, originally published in hardback in 1988 and again in paperback in 1999
Author: Glynis Cooper
Publisher: Pen and Sword
ISBN: 1473864690
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 88
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Interest in the theft of cucumbers initially took precedence over news that war had been declared, but Stockport rallied quickly. Wakes week was cancelled, the local 6th Battalion of the Cheshires went to the Front and the town transformed half of its schools into much-needed military hospitals. Admirably, the remaining schools coped with double the number of children but education suffered little. At the time, Stockport was two towns; the millscapes around the Mersey and the Goyt and the wealthier genteel suburbs bordering the Cheshire countryside. Economy and efficiency in the use of food and fuel was preached in the local paper alongside advertisements for silks, satins, velvets, furs and evening gowns. The cotton and hatting trades, transport and agriculture, suffered badly from loss of resources and manpower but resisted the use of female labour with great hostility. Food, fuel and lighting restrictions caused problems and there were accusations of profiteering and hoarding.Always in competition with Manchester, Stockport folk did things their way. Following Zeppelin attacks on the east coast, street lights were ordered to be partially shaded. Manchester shaded its lights from the top, while Stockport shaded its lights from the bottom, causing confusion in the darkened streets below and prompting one wit to write that while Manchester was expecting attacks from Zeppelins, Stockport was clearly expecting attacks from submarines. However, despite much political and material disaffection, the townsfolk united firmly against the kaiser. This book is is a timely reminder of how the local community worked together to provide munitions for the war, food parcels and comforts for the troops while keeping the home fires burning.
Author: Coral Dranfield
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1398101729
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 59
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A pocket-sized, illustrated history tour of Stockport showing how the town in Greater Manchester has changed across the decades.
Author: Kenneth Gibbons
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1481769618
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 242
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This is the author's story from 1925 to 1949. In it he relived many memories of his childhood, some happy, some sad, some frightening, and many memories of his parents.
Author: Robert Nicholls
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445693097
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 200
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Explore the Greater Manchester town of Stockport in this fully illustrated A-Z guide to its history, people and places.
Author: Phil Page
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445697750
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 149
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A fascinating exploration of Stockport’s architectural treasures and notable landmarks from across the centuries.
Author: Chris Cowlin
Publisher: Andrews UK Limited
ISBN: 1907792767
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 117
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If your idea of hat-tricks is pulling bunnies out of top hats, then you're more likely to end up running away with your tails between your legs in search of a book of spells, which could in fact be what you need in order conjure up the answers to the 800 tricky questions about Stockport County Football Club - unless, of course, you're fanatically as mad as a hatter. Questions cover every aspect of the club’s long history, throughout all competitions, from memorable players, notable managers, coveted honours and magical wins, to tenacious opponents, hard-fought battles and the odd crushing defeat that no amount of wand waving can change. Prepare to be ascinated and amazed by a treasure trove of facts and figures that will trigger wonderful recollections and provide hours of entertainment for friends and family of all ages. If you feel as though you’re wearing a dunce’s hat as you delve into your memory’s archives, rest assured that by the end you’ll be a walking, or possibly dribbling, fount of knowledge.
Author: Rupert Battersby
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445663058
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 226
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Rupert Battersby explores the fascinating history of Battersby Hats.
Author: Coral Dranfield
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445625539
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 191
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This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Stockport has changed and developed over the years.
Author: Stockport Sunday School (STOCKPORT)
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 34
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