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    The Birmingham Wheel in Avenue Road

    I was reading an article by Carl Chinn, in The Birmingham Mail. He mentioned “The Birmingham Wheel” in Avenue Road. I’ve recently found out that a relative of mine worked there, (sadly now deceased). Does anyone have any info on the wheel please, as I can’t find any mention of it here.
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    Stoneyhurst road, Erdington

    Does anyone have any photos of Stoneyhurst Road, Erdington please? I've searched the web but can't find a thing. My parents lived at No. 16 in the early 1950's, when they were living with the Parker family. It was my mother's parents house.
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    Grocers/confectioners: 57 Guildford Street, 1920's-30s

    Does anyone remember, or have any info about a shop at 57 Guildford Street, please? I am specifically looking for any info or pictures for the period 1920s-1930s, when my relatives ran it, but any information would be welcome. Kellys Trade Directory lists the shopkeeper as Miss Jane Hillitt...
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    Hope Lodge, Edgbaston

    I'm looking for information or photos of Hope Lodge. It was a home for unmarried mothers in Edgbaston. Would appreciate any information on how it would have been during the 1930's, when an ancestor gave birth there.
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    barrel shaker

    My g/grandfather worked as a barrel shaker in a rivet factory. Can anyone tell me more about this job please?
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    Aston Bookies & Pubs

    Currently researching Chester Street, post WW1 to 1940's. Can anyone tell me the names of the nearest pubs in that area? Also looking for any info on bookies and how they operated at that time. Thanks
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