Town hall movement (1 Ergebnisse)

Soft cover. Zustand: Good+. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Softcover. Fascinating booklet describing the process by which the new Town Hall for Stockport was proposed and approved with the successful proposal coming from the Architect Mr A.Brumwell based in London. The cost was fixed at £60,000 for the building and furnishings. The booklet provides a programme for an elaborate procession for the laying of the foundation stone (the Prince of Wales was invited to officiate but was unable to attend, he was able to attend the inauguration in 1907, three years after this booklet was printed). c.100 pages with illustration of the proposed Town Hall to cover and various photographs of key personalties inside, including Mayoress, Mrs Atherton and Architect. Considerable number of local adverts. Rear cover missing and a few minor blemishes and creases, staples rusty.Overall in very good condition providing an important record of a key event in Stockport's history.…