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Cutting of the first sod

Image details

Number PHO-3140
Title Cutting the first sod
Description A B&W mounted photo said to be the cutting of the first sod probably for the playground in about 1915. photo shows workmen with what looks like a narrow gauge railway with 5 tipper wagons with Barton Hall in the distance
Date 1915
Closest Date Unknown
Condition Moderate
Stored Location Filing Cabinet No 1. 1910,s