M67 Construction Picture

Here are a couple of photos sent to us by David Stafford.

Over to David ...

A couple of pictures taken awhile ago, the first one is constructing the M67 motorway.

The second is of the building of the generator house at Godley Waterworks in the late 1950, showing ICI double chimney.

 Great Photos, David. Thanks for sharing with us :)

I'd love to see more photos of the construction of the M67. There must be so many out there !

Junction Inn revisited

The following was sent to us by Judith Hunt.

Over to Judith...

"I was interested in the photo of the Junction Inn, but I knew it was not the right picture.  I attach a photo taken around 1984." 

"My great grandmother Mary Ann Helliwell had a shop at 148 Ashton Road which remained in the family for some years.  I know she was living in the shop in 1918 when her son was killed  at war. I also know that her daughter Edith kept the shop,  she had a daughter called Jean. Then  for a while my parents took over,  then my mothers  brother took it over for a short time before coming to Australia. I would say around late forties the shop ceased or was taken over. I know the 1984 photo shows the original shop as part of the hotel now. I would be interested to know if anyone does have earlier photo’s of the Junction with the shop alongside."

If anyone can help, please send the photo to us where we can,in turn, send it on to Judith  :)

Many Thanks for sharing, Judith !

A Sketch of Zion Church

Here is a fantastic drawing of the old Zion Congregational 

Church building by Barbara Sole. 

It is as it appears on the front cover of the book 

"The History of Zion - 1847 - 1996" which was written by 

my Mum, Doreen Morris.

I loved the old building - It was full of nooks and crannies to play hide and seek in which me and my sister did frequently when we went over with my Mum 

when she practised playing the organ.

Thanks to Barbara Sole for use of the Picture and ,of course, Doreen Morris for writing the book.  :)

Pudding Lane

A nice shot of Pudding Lane in the time before the housing estate was built in Hattersley..

The Junction Inn

The Junction Inn was situated at 150 Ashton Road in Newton. 
It was opened  in 1857 and was named after the new rail link at Hyde Junction which was run from the main Manchester to Sheffield route .

At the rear of the Junction there used to be a small factory making hats and many of the workers would call in for much needed refreshments.




EDIT:
After much detective work by many people it appears that the postcard is of The Junction Inn which stood on the corner of New Mills Road and Chapel Road, Hayfield and NOT the one on Ashton Road as stated on the back. It was demolished about 1934/5. 
This piece of information comes from David Stafford.

Many Thanks, David :)

Rosemount Chapel Interior

Here is a lovely postcard sent to us by Werneth Low.
It shows the interior of Rosemount Chapel in Flowery Field.
It was quite similar to the old Zion Congregational interior.

I was christened in this chapel :)



Many thanks for the loan of the postcard.
Much appreciated.

Mid - 1970's Adverts

Gower Hey Wood ?

I believe the following photo to be taken in Gower Hey Wood with King George Road in the background. 
Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong.


Mr Jesse Braddock and friend circa 1950's

Thanks to Mike Thelwell for loan of the photo.
Much appreciated.

Summer is Here !!

Below are some beautiful photos of Werneth Low, taken this morning, by my good friend Gee Cross Cartoonist Tony Husband.

It seems that drawing cartoons isn't his only gift !!









Many Thanks, Tony !
Much appreciated as always :)

"Ten Pound Pom"

I saw this in the Advertiser this week and thought I'd give it some publicity.

I hope he gets some replies. :-)

Joel Lane View

Here is a postcard of a lovely old view of Joel Lane.

The postcard is currently for sale on Ebay.

Joel Lane Primitive Methodist Chapel can be seen to the right of the postcard.

Disappeared Shops - Holts Butchers

The following two photos were sent to us by Jacqueline and Colin Ridgeway. They show some family of Jacquelines including her Grandfather Albert Ashley Holt who had a Butchers shop on Market Street in Hyde.

 

Albert was married to Margaret who was the daughter of Amos Winterbotham who had been the former Mayor of Hyde. The shop was supplied by his brother Fred Bennett Holt who also supplied many other butchers shops in the area due to him having Beef cattle and Pigs. 

The war more or less ruined the business for the Holts due to Alberts injuries and food rationing during and after the war. 

The shop later became CAPPERS who also sold tripe.
Albert Ashley Holt was Jacqueline Ridgways Grandfather. 
Fred Holt was Alberts older brother. 

Many thanks to Jacqueline & Colin Ridgway for sharing.
Much appreciated :)

Gee Cross Fete 2013

It's that time of year again !! 

It is the 20th year of  the Gee Cross Fete and it is jointly organised by Willow Wood Hospice and the Rotary Club of Hyde to raise funds for both charities.  
Show your support for the local Charities and the great work they do by attending and having a great day out !

The 1995 Fete with the Queen Adelaide in the background

Hyde United 1970's

Has anyone got any photos of Hyde United playing in the 1970's ? 
I would also like some of any charity matches played in the 1970's especially the ones where Stuart Pearson and Alec Stepney (Manchester United) played. 

   
Hyde United with the Scrattin' Shed stand in the background. Circa mid 1970's

Capturing Hyde

Another superb video made with photos from the blog !!

Beautifully put together with Maurice Ravel's Bolero.

Hope you enjoy it as much as I have !

Many thanks, Uppyraptor49, you've done a super job !

An Evening of Music and Song

Below is an old programme from 1971. 

It is for an evening of music and song by 

Greenfield Street Secondary School. 

These evening were very popular throughout all the 

Hyde schools and were always well attended by 

proud parents.

T.Wall & Son - Big Night Out

Many thanks to J & D Morris
Much Appreciated. :)

The Last Will and Testament of Joshua Bradley

Below is a transcript of 
the Last Will and Testament of 
Mr Joshua Bradley

                                                                                                                                                               

(Taken from "Reminiscences in the life of Joshua Bradley by James Bradley)

Was this the longest Street in Hyde ??

George Street was always rumoured to be the longest Street in Hyde although I have recently been told that that honour goes to Apple Street. 

Does anybody know the answer ? 
George Street was certainly a contender .

 
George Street Shops looking down towards Newton Street, approx 1950's.

 
Hyde Methodist Chapel(New Connexion),or George Street Chapel as it was more commonly known 
  Looking down George Street from Newton Street, Spinners Arms on left. 

A 125 Manchester bus parked up in Hyde Bus station, George Street at the back with Tanner Street to the right 

The bottom end of George Street at the junction with Hoviley Brow. 

School Report Time !

The following were sent to us by Peter Fallon.
They show his class photos and accompanying report cards.

I used to be so anxious when it was school report time - Mine always said I spent too much time talking and not enough time working !

Leigh Street Junior School 1949

Headmaster Mr Renwick. Teacher Mrs Andrews.

1st Row ? ? Alan Mills

2nd Row ???????????

3rd Row Myself, Barbara Bridgehouse, Mary Barber, Irene Buckley, Kathleen Stainrod, Alwyn Ashbrook, June Harding, Hazel Wadsworth, James Smith.

4th Row James Taylor, Peter Bardsley, Albert Armstrong, Alan Brimble, Donald Hampton, Alan Bonsall, Peter Marsland, Keith Hallas, Ralph Harris.

5th Row David Hirst, Roger Hirst, Geoffrey Warner, Peter Jepson, Peter Harrison, Tony Barton, Brian Crompton, John Brown, Glynn Wright.

 




Greenfield Street Secondary School 1952

February 1952 

Teacher Mr Cookson

Average age 12 yrs 4 months

Front row John Brown, Peter Warburton, ??? Myself, 

Second Row John Wilson, John Barton, ???????

Third Row ????? Kenneth Dane, ???

Fourth Row Alan Thomson, ???? Keith Alexander, J Whitehead.

Many thanks, Peter. :)
I wonder if anyone else is brave enough to send theirs in ?

Hyde United Centenary Match

Most people know about Hyde United's (then Hyde FC) claim to fame being  beaten 26-0 in the FA Cup by Preston in 1887 - It is still the biggest-ever defeat in English football !!

In 1988 there was a replay at Ewen Fields to mark the clubs centenary.
Here is a scan of the souvenir programme.
It notes Sam Allardyce (West Hams Manager) and Frank Worthington (former player of many professional clubs) as Preston Northend players.

Unfortunately, I cant remember the score if anyone out there can help,
please comment.