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  1. Mayfield

    George Clay - Music Centre

    Thanks Astonian/Wendy for your help, some really interesting information. A friend of mine had a very old clarinet given to her as a Christmas present and this companies name was on the inside of the case. Out of historical intreague I tried unsuccessfully searching for the company on the...
  2. Mayfield

    George Clay - Music Centre

    Does anyone have any information of a music company called George Clay, Music Centre, Broad Street, Birmingham? Mabz
  3. Mayfield

    I received some sad news today....

    Just picked-up the sad message. May I also offer deepest condolences to all od your family Chris. Keith
  4. Mayfield

    TV Advertising Jingles (1950s-1960s).

    Who remembers Suzy Q and "You'll wonder where the yellow went, when you brush your teeth with Pepsodent" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rx-HoaJtRwY&feature=player_detailpage
  5. Mayfield

    BHF Xmas Bash (on the day)

    I had a great time today. :) It was unfortunate that the arctic weather restricted so many from attending. If Paula, Tom and I, had known what it was like in Summer Lane (ironic street name when you consider the weather conditions?) I very much doubt that we would have attempted the journey...
  6. Mayfield

    Lewis's Department Store

    I agree Wendy - memories flooded back with those photographs. Climbing those stairs to the fifth floor was just like taking us to the seaside for my parents, every five minutes we would be saying "Are we ther yet"? Christmas is not the same without Lewis's and...
  7. Mayfield

    Peter walker.

    I am absolutely devestated by the news. I send my heart felt condolences to barbara and the family. The forum will be a poorer place without him. Rest in peace Peter Mabz
  8. Mayfield

    High Speed Train 2

    Thanks to everyone that has signed the petition. :) May I ask each and everyone of you to please take up the fight against the HS2 and encourage your friends and relatives to support this worthy fight too....... Mabz
  9. Mayfield

    High Speed Train 2

    Can I ask all my forum friends to please sign the petition to stop the HS2 passing through our lovely village. :redface: Please, sign the petition and ask your friends and relatives to do the same as this railway line will destroy the local countryside and villages of Drayton Bassett...
  10. Mayfield

    Remembrance Day 2010

    Thanks Aidan :thumbsup: Mabz
  11. Mayfield

    Remembrance Day 2010

    Can anyone please advise me? I would like to wear my late father's medals on remembrance day - what side should they be worn? Mabz
  12. Mayfield

    The Woodsman smiths wood

    Spot on Postie - Dick looked like a mini Arthur Mulhard................. And Dolly loved her drop of Scotch.
  13. Mayfield

    Mike G

    Thanks for keeping us all informed Jim. Thinking of you Mike..... Mabz
  14. Mayfield

    The Woodsman smiths wood

    Hi Pam - I used to work and drink in the Woodman in the 70's. The gaffers name in the 70's was Dick and Dolly, both of whom died in the 90's. I will try to locate some photographs. What was the nam of your father-in-law? mabz
  15. Mayfield

    Mike G

    Fantastic news Jim. Mabz
  16. Mayfield

    Albert Road Juniour & Infant School

    Does anyone have any information/photographs on Albert Road Junior & Infant School in Aston (it may have been referred to as Prince Albert Junior & Infant?) Mabz
  17. Mayfield

    School badges

    Thanks Jean - can you email me at college with Dorothy' sdetails and I will contact her. keith
  18. Mayfield

    Mike G

    I am so sorry to hear this news about Mike. He is a true gentleman and I hope he gets well soon? My thoughts are with you Mike. Mabz
  19. Mayfield

    Bywaters

    Bywaters................. As an electrical apprentice, I worked there for several weeks in about 1970/71 completing extensive rewiring of the company. For my sins, I was given the work in the large refrigerators were the carcases ended-up after slaughter? I remember it well, solely because it...
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