Local Notes and Gleanings, Vol. 2: Oldham and Neighborhood in Bygone Times; July, 1887, to June, 1888 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Giles Shaw

9780265752791: Local Notes and Gleanings, Vol. 2: Oldham and Neighborhood in Bygone Times; July, 1887, to June, 1888 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0265752795 ISBN 13: 9780265752791

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Unearth local history from Oldham’s past with this rich, illustrated compendium.

This volume gathers notes, gleanings, and documentary fragments from 1887–1888, focusing on Oldham and its surrounding parish. It blends historical curiosities, transcriptions, and period illustrations to illuminate life, places, people, and local institutions of the era. Read it for a window into how late-19th-century collectors organized and presented neighborhood history.

The book serves as a reference-style collection, presenting a mix of:

transcriptions from parish registers, deeds, and court records
lists of contributors, subscribers, and notable local figures
short essays and notes on Oldham’s boundaries, schools, mills, and landmarks
accompanying illustrations and plates that visualize scenes from Oldham’s past

What you’ll experience:

a catalog-like treasury of Oldham’s archival material
glimpses of daily life, governance, and church life in 17th–19th centuries
historical snippets tied to places in Oldham and nearby communities
an accessible, paper‑back edition suitable for researchers, locals, and history buffs

Ideal for readers of local history, genealogy, and regional archives, this edition offers a thorough, approachable entry into Oldham’s bygone times.

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