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This unique collection of over 250 photographs and illustrations depicts the life and times of the communities living on what was once known as the ''Turnpike Road'' - in particular the Hobson, Byermoor, Marley Hill, Sunniside and Streetgate.
From the early 1800s to the early 1900s people flooded into the area seeking work in the coalfields. They came from Europe and across the United Kingdom, most of them trying to escape from a life of poverty. Through their courage and hard work they created a future for their children and successive generations.
The villages along the Turnpike Road have experienced many changes, with the greatest loss being the demise of the coal industry. As well as recalling the area''s mining history we see local people at school, at work, at play, in church, and in service to their country and community.
The photographs in this volume have come largely from the author''s own collection and through the efforts of the Sunniside and District History

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    A Paperback / softback by F. G. Newman, Sunniside and District Local History Society

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      Publisher: The History Press Ltd
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 25/10/1997
      ISBN13: 9780752410463, 978-0752410463
      ISBN10: 0752410466

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      This unique collection of over 250 photographs and illustrations depicts the life and times of the communities living on what was once known as the ''Turnpike Road'' - in particular the Hobson, Byermoor, Marley Hill, Sunniside and Streetgate.
      From the early 1800s to the early 1900s people flooded into the area seeking work in the coalfields. They came from Europe and across the United Kingdom, most of them trying to escape from a life of poverty. Through their courage and hard work they created a future for their children and successive generations.
      The villages along the Turnpike Road have experienced many changes, with the greatest loss being the demise of the coal industry. As well as recalling the area''s mining history we see local people at school, at work, at play, in church, and in service to their country and community.
      The photographs in this volume have come largely from the author''s own collection and through the efforts of the Sunniside and District History

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