Nostalgic photos capture life around Leeds in 1955

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These photos provide a fascinating snapshot of life around Leeds in 1955

The number 8 special trundles down Sovereign Street in April 1955. Stewarts and Lloyds Ltd tubes, fittings and manufacturers can be seen on the left.An elevated view of City Square in May 1955, with the circular flower bed and the statue of the Black Prince prominent.

Behind is the Norwich Union Building, with Mill Hill Unitarian Chapel on the right, with scaffolding in front. On the left, the General Post Office is just visible.People watch the world go by on benches in City Square in May 1955. The Majestic Theatre, the Queen's Hotel, the News Theatre and City Station are visible.Did you buy a car from here back in the day? Tate of Leeds Ltd., Ford Motor dealers and servicing, on New York Road in Leeds city centre pictured in May 1955.

 

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