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Eveleighs Garage was on the corner of Sidwell Street and York Road.
It was originally the site of the Ackland Arms which was lost in the
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Partial Collapse of a House at Exeter
A portion of Orielton, Topsham-road, the residence Dr. P. H. Stirk,
medical officer of health for Exeter, collapsed yesterday. The house
situate at the end of a terrace known as Summerlands, and a large
quantity of the end wall suddenly fell away, exposing bedroom and
downstair apartment. What caused the collapse is uncertain, but it
is conjectured that the wall, which was cob, and about two feet
thick, had become damp and loose, and so slipped...
Western Times - Friday 02 July 1920
Gipsy's Funeral at Exeter
There was a large attendance at the funeral at Exeter, yesterday, of
Tranet Penfold, a gipsy, who died at the Royal Devon end Exeter
Hospital on Monday afternoon The scene at the graveside was very
impressive, gipsies attending in large numbers from a wide area.
Western Times - Saturday 10 July 1920
Overhead Tram Wire Down at Exeter
Exeter trams were delayed for some time last night owing to an
overhead wire snapping and falling in High-street, just below the
entrance to Queen-street. The electricians were telephoned for, and
the wire was restored to its position. General traffic was greatly
impeded, but fortunately was not great at the hour—9 o'clock—when
the wire fell.
Western Times - Thursday 15 July 1920
An 18ft. Flame at Exeter
The Exeter City Fire Brigade received a call to a fire opposite the
Shakespeare Inn, Bonhay-road. Exeter, about 4.20 p.m. yeterday. The
road near the spot is under repair, and a gas main, which was being
taken out by the Gas Company's workmen, became exposed. There was a
slight leakage, and a spark from one of the workmen's picks ignited
the escaping gas. A flame of about 18 to 20 feet sprung up, and some
glass in the Shakespeare was broken. By the aid the water from the
Cattle Market standpipe the flame was extinguished. Very little
damage was done.
Western Times - Saturday 17 July 1920
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Exeter Dissenters Graveyard
This
Booklet, published in June 2018, by the Exeter Dissenters Graveyard
Trust contains a brief history of dissent in Exeter, information about
some of the people buried in the graveyard and their families. Also
covered is the graveyard’s physical aspects and the restorative work
undertaken by the trustees and many volunteers. There are
numerous coloured photos and a loose plan of the graveyard showing the
first named person on each memorial where this has been possible.
Available from www.edgt.org.uk
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.
Well-researched and beautifully illustrated, Exeter Pubs provides
something for everyone, whether they have lived in Exeter all their
lives, or whether they are just visiting this vibrant town. Available
from Amazon Exeter
Pubs (Amberley Pub)
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Published on the 1 December 2012 is the Exeter Memories iBook Historic Buildings of Exeter. Liberally illustrated with full screen photographs, illustartions and maps, the interactive book covers fourteen of Exeter's most loved buildings. The photos look stunning on the Retina display of the iPad 3, while the new iPad Mini is a convenient way to view the book. If you have an iPAd and love Exeter, this is the eBook for you. Moderately priced at £2.49, the book is available from iTunes here - Historic Buildings of Exeter - David Cornforth
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