Material that could assist in the research and appreciation of the history and heritage of Wigan.

Motor Runs round Wigan - 1937

Motor Runs round Wigan - 1937

A 42 page promotional book commissioned by H.H. Timberlake, including 10 routes to complete within a day's motoring from Wigan. Also, some nice adverts from Wigan firms.

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1935 - The Official Guide to the Town & Industries

1935 - The Official Guide to the Town & Industries

Published by Wigan Council, an account of the industries in Wigan and opportunities for companies that may relocate. The graphic could be an early Theodore Major?

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Farthingale Publications

Farthingale Publications

A wonderful collection of articles with a local historical interest.

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Wigan Corporation Regalia 1246-1965

Wigan Corporation Regalia 1246-1965

A complete descriptive catalogue of the Insignia, Plate, and Seals of the Corporation of Wigan, together with an outline of its Municipal History.

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Memorial Inscriptions - Hindley Graveyards

Memorial Inscriptions - Hindley Graveyards

Inscriptions of five Hindley chapel graveyards to preserve the information against the ravages of erosion and vandalism, by J.A. Hilton (2001)

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History of Thomas Linacre Technical School. (1953-1963)

History of Thomas Linacre Technical School. (1953-1963)

A 158 page book written by Ron Hunt and Stephen Craig, packed with lots of memorabilia and the history of the school.

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Zeppelin Raid on Wigan - 12th April, 1918

Zeppelin Raid on Wigan - 12th April, 1918

Extract from Zeppelins over Lancashire covering the raid on Wigan, with map.

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St. Joseph's College, Upholland....its rise and fall.

St. Joseph's College, Upholland....its rise and fall.

The history of St. Joseph's and recollections by Michael Peyton of his time and experiences at the Seminary.

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Report on an outbreak of Typhus in Scholes and Ince in 1891

Report on an outbreak of Typhus in Scholes and Ince in 1891

A report produced identifying the probable cause and the circumstances in which individuals were affected.

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The Battle of Brunanburh at Wigan?

The Battle of Brunanburh at Wigan?

An article by Jonathan Starkey discussing the possibility that this battle in 937 A.D. was fought in Wigan.

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Faith & Martyrdom - Edmund Arrowsmith

Faith & Martyrdom - Edmund Arrowsmith

The life. times and martyrdom of St, Edmund Arrowsmith. Thanks to David W. Atherton and Michael P. Peyton

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