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  1. chocks2

    Where is this ? Row of Shops 3

    I am confused by that too Dek.
  2. chocks2

    Where is this ? Row of Shops 3

    OK, what about Walmley Close, Walmley Rd
  3. chocks2

    Where is this ? Row of Shops 3

    I think that could be Sutton Parade, Ian
  4. chocks2

    Where is this ? Corner Shop

    I would have got that if I'd been on a little earlier. I was born at #1 Hillaries Rd opposite that shop. Chocks.
  5. chocks2

    Where is This? Garages #20

    Was it on Fazeley Street Phil?
  6. chocks2

    E.T.Willows

    That's great Mikejee. At least we know the factory was there for at least 4 years
  7. chocks2

    E.T.Willows

    No mention of Villa Road but it does mention that he moved to B'Ham in 1912 for a period of 1 year. Presumably the factory was already there because the add' is dated 1911. It is likely that the frames for the Airships could have been made in Brum but I cant be certain.
  8. chocks2

    Where is This ? Garages #18

    Why were there so many garages/petrol stations with so few vehicles yet today there are millions of vehicles and garages are shutting as fast as the pubs?
  9. chocks2

    E.T.Willows

    Thanks. Any help accepted. I do know a lot about the man and his machines but finding any info on his Birmingham factory is proving to be a nightmare Chocks
  10. chocks2

    E.T.Willows

    I'm still trying to find information about this factory, but I have managed to find this advert for them. Any help please Chocks
  11. chocks2

    Where is This? Garages #17

    Re: Where is This? Garages #16 Dont know but shouldn't it be number 17?
  12. chocks2

    Mike G

    Like others, I spent a pleasant afternoon with Mike at the Bulls Head on Saturday. Such a shock to hear this news now. My thoughts go out to you Mike and your Family. Get well soon! Chocks
  13. chocks2

    Where is This? Garages #12

    Saltley Gate? If it's not, I'll give up Phil
  14. chocks2

    Where is This? Garages #12

    Corner of Electric Ave' and Aston Hall Rd. Maybe???????
  15. chocks2

    Where is this ? Garages # 11

    Is it top end of Penns Lane Mike?
  16. chocks2

    The Bull Loveday street

    Templer. Got here at 8am and I was going to save the chairs in the Hidey Hole but it was already full of strange looking women who gave me a very dirty look as I approached and started throwing things at me
  17. chocks2

    The Bull Loveday street

    Got in there early and saved you a seat Mike
  18. chocks2

    The Bull Loveday street

    I'm looking forward to relaxing and unwinding in the Hidey Hole this weekend;)
  19. chocks2

    The Bull Loveday street

    Na Na - Na Na, Na:P
  20. chocks2

    The Bull Loveday street

    I'll tell ya Froth, I'll tell ya everything ! (OK I'm a grass, I don't care). These Women think they can get the Hidey Hole. Well they CAN'T. I haven't had the heart yet to tell them that. The sign that say's "Reserved for Gentleman" isn't a hoax. Yes ladies............ The "Hidey Hole" has...
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