Opening of a new assembly workshop following a fire.

Residents of the Springfield estate were campaigning to close the quarry after damage caused to their properties by hurtling rocks.

The photograph shows Irene Cresswell handing over a petition to Councillor Larkin.

The Civic Hall was displaying new illuminated results boards for the local elections.

The photograph shows Bert Lycett (left) and Peter Wyer.

A new two-storey all-timber car showroom and office block.

Vandalism to the fountain was costing the Hammerson development a fortune. Arthur Tosler is quoted, and Loomba Fashions is mentioned.

Apparently this bank was seen as less intimidating than Lloyds Bank.

The Prince Albert statue adorned with beer glasses.

The Ladbrokes bookmakers, on the corner with North Street.