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I only vaguely recall the Co op in Solihull but can still visualize the one in Lyndon Road which was addressed as Sheldon Birmingham 26 in those days. OldBrummie.

Am I right in assuming then that the stores were (at that period in time) restricted to members? OldBrummie.

That's great folks. A lot of work unless you know where to look. I'm not sure whose names I was really expecting. One thing that has struck me. I never knew anything about the Co-op. (We had one in Lyndon Road, Sheldon). But it's just struck me it must have been the fore-runner of what we now...

One thing that has struck me. I never knew anything about the Co-op. (We had one in Lyndon Road, Sheldon). But it's just struck me it must have been the fore-runner of what we now call "Chain Stores" eg Aldi etc. OldBrummie.

I am interested in the photo posted by Carolina, 6 Oct and am wondering if anyone could put names to some of the folk at the front of the group. OldBrummie

Jim, the map is very similar to the one Solihull Council suggested. I know Kents Cottages. They ran alongside Chapel Fields School. Just below them is The Ulleries - a farm located where Ulleries Road now goes off Lyndon Road and a bit further on, Chapel Fields Farm. Going back the other way...

Getting confusing. Jim thanks. I have been given a contact at Solihull Council. They referred to old O.S. maps of the area. They also resolved another problem related to exactly when houses were built in Lyndon Road and it now seems certain our house (in our section of Lyndon Road) was built on...

Hi Viv and thanks. I think you may have solved the mystery. When I was born (or at least in c1945) the only building left standing was the 3 stall milking shed. I like the Frank Taylor Lockwood painting though the building was obviously demolished by the time I was aware of my surroundings. I...

I lived in Lyndon Road (279) opposite what is now Daylesford Road & Lyndon School. When I was born (1940) there was a Dairy Farm diagonally opposite our house with the milking shed right on Lyndon Road. Is there anyone out there who might be able to throw some light on the farm and who might...

There is hand-written text at the top of the photo - 'Scott something No 980' which possibly refers to a collection. If the collection was identified it would date the exhibition. The crowd are not looking up towards the photographer but somewhere beneath him (or her) so something is going on...

I never knew Mandy Rice Davies personally but often saw her driving in Solihull in a powder blue convertible. One of her close friends (female) worked with me at Wilmot Breeden's Research labs at Umberslade Park. OldBrummie.

It's a coincidence Bingley Hall has re-emerged. Just last week I was actually googling "Dr Crock & His Crackpots". I only ever saw them once and it was at Bingley Hall. Still on Bingley Hall, I used to live next door to a fellow named Brown who was an electrician. His main office was located...

To Maurice and OldMohawk Ella in 1961 sounds good to me. She was absolutely great. Now if someone is asking GBP197 for Ella's autograph, then my copy of Orrin Keepnews & Bill Grauer Jr's "A Pictorial History Of jazz" must be worth a bob or two. Apart from "The Count" I also have the...

Would you believe I was going through my pre migration records only a week ago, sorting out dates of various outings and parties whilst putting together a sort of diary of my life. We had some good times back then. Sadly, the memory bank does not function so well these days. Pete.

Can anyone recall a couple of dates for me? I am trying to determine the dates of 2 concerts at The Odeon. First Ella Fitzgerald and second, Count Basie. I know The Count was in 1963 as it was just before I set sail for Aus in September. I actually went back stage and met the Count and most of...

Mikejee and Pedrocut, what can I say. I knew this family saw bad times but this is something else. Thank you both. Sometimes, we simply don't know how well off we are. Again. my sincere thanks. OldBrummie.

Thanks Pedrocut. The fact that I knew their circumstances made me think of the Poorhouse Only I got that wrong. I should have typed Workhouse. As to an Irish connection, of that I am not sure. More searching needed. OldBrummie.

I have a Census record for 1841 in the names Thomas and Lidia Chinery both born 1806. The address given is Cross Street Club Building, Birmingham. I have found a Cross Street on a Birmingham Map but have tried to Google Cross Street Club Building without success. If these people are who I think...

Many thanks Mikejee. Long time since I (as a youngster) was at Dad's office in Hoskins & Son (Upper Trinity Street) overlooking the line. It's also a long time since I was last in UK so much has changed for me. Regards. OldBrummie.

Looking at the photos it appears as though the railway bridge which was on the left might have been demolished. can someone confirm if that line still exists? OldBrummie.