Dennis Williams
Gone but not forgotten
Maybe the source was incorrect, I honestly cannot remember something I’ve had on record for many years, sounded a bit like them, but the text was genuine....shall I delete it?
Maybe the source was incorrect, I honestly cannot remember something I’ve had on record for many years, sounded a bit like them, but the text was genuine....shall I delete it?
My Thompson ancestors were in the Gullet in 1841 having moved from Lichfield, I note the proximity to Lichfield Street which may explain how they settled there. This is the 'nicest' illustration I have seen of the Gullett, do you know where it came from or have any more info!The Gullett pops up on various threads but I think it's worth it having a thread of its own, being such a notorious place. Here's a drawing (sorry no date) of the smallest shop in Birmingham at the corner with Stafford Street. Looks quite twee, with a gentleman discussing his hat cleaning needs with Mr Jones the hat maker. Never judge a book by its cover ....
Not sure what the lady to the left in the shadows is up to, but she seems to be carrying something heavy (a basket of goods ?) on her back. Viv.
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