They are all captured in the year of 1924 and flashback to a time long ago when Preston was in its industrial days. The town’s mills and factories were the lifeblood of the local economy with many residents employed in cotton spinning and weaving. The town also had bustling markets. This is how Preston was 100 years ago...
10. Preston, 1924
Construction began on what was to become the 'Ribble Power Station' in 1923. The plant was completed by December 1924 and was officially opened on the 22nd of July 1925 | National World
11. Preston, 1924
Concrete Coaster 'Burscough' at T.W. Wards Shipbreaking Yard, Preston 1924 | National World
12. Preston, 1924
Dick Kerr & Co Ltd. Strand Road, Preston 1924 Works photograph showing the interior of the Joiners shop | National World
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