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This graphic appeared on the rear of the official Exeter City Council guidebooks for about 15 years, from the 1920s to 1942.
Historic photos–December 2021
This tram crashed on Exe Bridge in 1917.
Exe bridge, looking up Fore Street.
One
hundred years ago – December
1921
SUPPER DRINKS AT EXETER
Exeter magistrates yesterday granted an application on behalf of the Royal Clarence Hotel for an extension from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m., for the purpose of serving drink with suppers. It was the first application of its kind in the city.
Western Morning News - Saturday 10 December 1921
Fire Exeter Exeter
Exeter Fire Brigade, between one and two o'clock yesterday afternoon, received a call to Commercial-road, there being an outbreak at the Improvement Cottages, occupied by Mrs. Maria Spiller, widow. Through a defect of the furnace flue in the kitchen, some woodwork built into it became ignited, and the fire spread to some match boardings and cupboard. Damage to the extent was done before the fire was put out.
Western Times - Friday 16 December 1921
Police Semaphore Misunderstood at Exeter
At Exeter Police Court yesterday, John Hatfield, of Sunnyside, Velwell-road, Exeter, was fined £1 for driving to the danger of the public. A constable stated that on December 8th, he signalled for all traffic from Queen-street to High-street to stop, in order to allow a tram-car to pass.
The defendant ignored his signal and drove into High-street in front of the tram. Had there been much traffic about there would have been an accident. Later, witness saw the defendant, who said he did not remember any signal being given to stop.
Replying to Chairman (Mr. H. B, Varwell). Mr. Hatfield said he thought the signal was for him to drive on.
Western Times - Saturday 24 December 1921
Exeter Porter's Strange Movements
Harold Macdonald Hamlyn, 15, Clifton-street. Exeter, shop porter, was charged at Exeter City Police Court yesterday with being in an enclosed yard at St. Laurence's Home for Girls. 49. Polsloe-road, October 29th for an unlawful purpose.—The Chief Constable (Mr. A. P. Nicholson said the case was not yet ready, and he should like to apply for remand until Wednesday next, as it would be necessary to bring medical evidence, there being a doubt as to the prisoners mental condition.
Western Times - Tuesday 08 November 1921
Exeter Pubs by David Cornforth
Over
the past few centuries, nearly 500 pubs have opened their doors in
Exeter. While many have been lost due to time, money or misfortune,
the stories and memories created in these 'locals' live on. Exeter
Pubs offers a captivating glimpse into the history of some of Exeter's
most famous pubs. Drawing upon an eclectic collection of photographs,
David Cornforth presents the reader with an insight into the history
and life of the pubs in this area. From pub dogs to landlords, famous
visitors to suspicious fires, this book tells the stories of Exeter's
numerous watering holes. Just like countless travellers over the
centuries, the modern reader is encouraged to stop for a pint in each
and continue the stories of these historic establishments.
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