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    Osborne, Garrett & Co Ltd

    My grandfather worked for this company for 50 years. Mom and dad had a lamp standard with an engraved plaque which was presented to him but unfortunately I don't have it now. The company were wholesale suppliers of hairdressing items under their trademark "Ogee" which people may recognize. I...
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    Castle Road School (Now Lightwoods Primary School)

    I attended Castle Road School from 1948 to 54. In the morning I would get the bus from the Holly Bush to Warley Oden ( One penny ) and then walk up Wolverhamton Road to the school. I would walk home. I did this from age 6. I have only one photo which I have shown below. I am on the back row 4th...
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