The building that was Halifax Post Office, but now appears to be in a state of suspended urban animation, is featured on this lovely old postcard that was sent in 1903. When the card was sent, the building was less than twenty years old, and it was something the town was obviously proud of. It … Continue reading Postcards From Home : An Edwardian Tweet About Halifax Post Office
Month: February 2019
Oh Susanna – It’s Time To Go Back Home
This is a photograph from 120 years ago of Susanna, Dewi, Arthur, Tom - and someone's father. But who? If they are yours, it's time to claim them back.
The Pitons, St Lucia
Surely one of the great sights of the Caribbean is to look down on the magnificent Pitons of St Lucia.
Two Brothers, Two Townscapes
My brother is working on a new book of his sketches and pictures of Halifax from forty or fifty years ago. Looking through my old negatives it appears we have similar views...
A Doorstep-Thick Slice Of History
This is a wonderful old photograph, which, like so many wonderful old photographs, is of unknown people, in unknown places, at an unknown time.
Around The Nets
There was something sculptural about this group gathered around their fishing nets on the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia.
E.M. At 17
I can find no record of any Victorian photographer called "A. Lowe" who was based in Melton - indeed I am not even sure where Melton is, unless it is a shortened form of Melton Mowbray. On the reverse of this little Carte De Visite is written, "E.M. 17 Yrs 1900". As with all such … Continue reading E.M. At 17
Reflections On Martinique
10 From The Caribbean : 6. Reflections On Martinique A reflection of the Cathedral of Saint Louis in Fort-de-France, Martinique. The cathedral is the seventh church on the site - the previous six were victims of natural disasters, including fire, earthquakes and hurricanes. The current church was designed by the great French engineer, Gustave Eiffel, … Continue reading Reflections On Martinique
Memories Of Cliff House, San Francisco
I found this postcard amongst a job lot I bought on eBay, all of which were supposed to be of West Yorkshire. I am not complaining, however, the beauty of job lots is the surprises they throw up and the serendipity that brings them to your door. The building which is featured on this old … Continue reading Memories Of Cliff House, San Francisco
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