And they include the demolition of a house which local folklore says was built one day.
It was in 1869 when a builder had a bet that he could build a house in 24 hours. He apparently finished tiling the roof just before he ran out of time. A great tale.
47. Looking Back This picture was sent in by Pauline Hornby from Garstang,Preston it shows outside the entrance to GIC Pools in Derby street,Preston around 1961 it shows some of the office staff that worked there.Im at the front and was Pauline Woodburn at the time.Names i remember are Theresa Lillian,Mrs Valentine,Doris and Vera and Mr Lord was the owner.
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