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Halifax Diary - February 1st


In 1982, work starts on "Halifax Arndale Centre", as it was originally named but became the new Woolshops.

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In 1978, a big new shopping centre was planned for Halifax

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see Woolshops >>>>>> 


In 1975, Blakeborough's of Brighouse ended their pay strike after 16 weeks.

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A Calderdale Diary


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In 1926, plans to widen George Street and develop Bull Green were voted against by ratepayers.

see George Square >>>>>>>


In 1903, Lloyd George, the future Prime Minister (1916-22), visited Halifax and spoke at the Victoria Theatre to a packed audience. He was invited by the Halifax Liberal Association.

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View Victoria Theatre >>>>>>>


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