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Forum: Heritage and History 26-08-2012, 06:50
Replies: 468
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Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

I am saddened to say that John Kelly passed away this week after a long illness.
He was very proud of his photograph collection, not all his own work, Retlaw and Owd Bert amongst others contributed...
Forum: Heritage and History 13-02-2011, 21:37
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Oops, what have I started?

I have very little knowledge regarding the history of Accrington but what I DO know is that the house that I live in is 110 years old and is No.125 - but when it was...
Forum: Heritage and History 26-11-2010, 22:03
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

How many of you are aware that Accrington had its own gliding club? All google references are from 1931 as far as I can see and the Secretary had his office (home address?) at 67, Eagle St. Check out...
Forum: Heritage and History 08-11-2010, 21:15
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

..........and finally (for tonight) the pillars are so recognisable but it's nice to see their original purpose! :D

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Forum: Heritage and History 08-11-2010, 21:10
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Did you know that in 1888, a dog in Accy had rabies? :eek:


http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k202/COACHMAN747/John%20Kelly%20Photos/document.jpg

...........and can you remember this bridge?...
Forum: Heritage and History 07-11-2010, 21:26
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Thank you Wynonie :D
Forum: Heritage and History 07-11-2010, 21:14
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

A montage of shots, I didn't want to split them up as this is the way John has presented them in his albums..........

The first is Bull Bridge in 1901 where the site is being cleared for the new...
Forum: Heritage and History 07-11-2010, 21:05
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Better get back on the subject of photo's, how about the Oak Tree in Abbey St? (No idea what the donkey was trying to do!)

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Forum: Heritage and History 07-11-2010, 21:01
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Does anyone know of a miss H.S.Brown who would have been in her teenage years in 1897 and would have been a "bad" girl? :rolleyes:
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Forum: Heritage and History 04-11-2010, 22:29
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Owd bert sends his regards to all at Accy web and has asked me to say that his Albums are now up and running again, you can view them HERE (http://picasaweb.google.com/owdbert)
Forum: Heritage and History 04-11-2010, 22:24
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Sadly, as you no doubt noticed, John is seriously ill yet always smiling and putting on the brave face. A true gentleman thru and thru.
Forum: Heritage and History 04-11-2010, 22:21
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Going off the subject of Accrington briefly, this was written by John Kelly who has kindly allowed his collection to be put on the net and some may find it interesting.............
Forum: Heritage and History 04-11-2010, 22:13
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Williams Store 1909

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k202/COACHMAN747/John%20Kelly%20Photos/Holmesst-churchst1909.jpg

A muddy Grange lane.......
Forum: Heritage and History 27-10-2010, 21:24
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

According to the description on the photo, Peel st, Blackburn Rd showing Bridge St....... http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k202/COACHMAN747/John%20Kelly%20Photos/FromPeelStshowingBridgeSt.jpg
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Forum: Heritage and History 25-10-2010, 22:06
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k202/COACHMAN747/John%20Kelly%20Photos/AccringtonHouse.jpg
Forum: Heritage and History 25-10-2010, 22:03
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Later one this, Nuttall St in the mid-60's.........
http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k202/COACHMAN747/John%20Kelly%20Photos/Nuttallst1968.jpg
Forum: Heritage and History 25-10-2010, 22:00
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Kenyon St, luv this photo......:D

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k202/COACHMAN747/John%20Kelly%20Photos/KenyonStreet.jpg
Forum: Heritage and History 25-10-2010, 20:01
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Spot on cashman :D
Forum: Heritage and History 25-10-2010, 18:03
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Nice one Accygirl. :thumbsup:
Forum: Heritage and History 25-10-2010, 16:51
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

As you are all in a detective mood, try this one. What is this building NOW?

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k202/COACHMAN747/John%20Kelly%20Photos/cornerof.jpg

If you have inside knowledge...
Forum: Heritage and History 25-10-2010, 16:42
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

You are right Retlaw - except that the address listed in the company Directory in the reference section of Accy library says that it is No. 23. Maybe it covered both addresses in it's day:idunno:
Forum: Heritage and History 24-10-2010, 16:09
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Various views from Blackburn Rd/Peel St........

I am very curious about this one, I assume the stand is for the Mayor etc? and what is in front of it? looks like an optical illusion, surely can't...
Forum: Heritage and History 20-10-2010, 21:11
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

High Riley? Cottages in Sandy Lane, 1625, Do they still exist?

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k202/COACHMAN747/John%20Kelly%20Photos/dotheystillexist.jpg
Forum: Heritage and History 20-10-2010, 21:05
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

For those that wonder what model bus it is:A Critchley and Norris with Crossley 40 hp engine and Knape bodywork operated by the Burnley Motor Pleasure Company from 1906 (Interesting that the date on...
Forum: Heritage and History 18-10-2010, 21:31
Replies: 468
Views: 47,537
Posted By Busman747
Re: Accy Old Photo's - John Kelly's Album

Time for a few more, this set are to do with CROWDS

Firstly, the dignitaries opening Broadway. The ceremony was held on the corner of Cobden St. which no longer exists. Does anyone know the date?...
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