tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600Tue, 21 Dec 2021 00:44:16 +0000FeaturedLiverpoolMerseysideBessie BraddockKitty WilkinsonLaughter173419591960s40 years ago in 1971AintreeAmericanAnne JonesAztec ceilingBeatlesBlack History MonthBlitzBold StreetBorBygoneCanalCathedralChancery HouseChristClive SwiftClive Walter SwiftCoffee clubCunardDame Rose HeilbronDied 1st february 2019DoddyEddy AmooElizabeth Murphet MorrisEmily OrgillEngravingsEpsteinEuropeFAB 4Father James NugentFlorence MaybrickFounding FatherGiant SpectacularGrandHamburgHangingHarold NewgassHaymans GreenHigh RiseHistoryHospitalsHyacinthInner CityInternationalJ collinsonJames BrownJames Clarke SwimmerJohn ArcherJohn LennonKeeping Up AppearancesKen DoddLaurence WestgaphLewis'sLime StreetLiverpool WomenLizzie ChristianLucy CradockLutyen'sMakersMarcus Bailey - SailorMargaret BeavanMayorMcKenzies TombMetropolitanMona BestMusicNSPCCNationalNeptune TheatreNever Say DieNoel ChavasseNorthernOBEOtto EphriamOwenPatricia RoutledgePennsylvaniaPete BestPhilharmonicRacecourseRationingRichard WilsonRoag BestRobert Morris JrRoyalRoyal CourtSamuel ColeSarah ClaytonSebastian FerantiSir Ken DoddSlave TradeSouthernSpeke HallSt Nicholas. Parish ChurchThe BeatlesThe CasbahThe TitanicTower BuildingToxtethTramsUSAUniversityVillaWWIIWilliamson TunnelsWolfendensWomens Dayan album was made by "The Liverpool Echo" with the profits going to Charitybuildingbusescharlie browncivildiddymenelectricentertainmentflatsinventorjam butty minesknotty ashlegislatureliverpool picturebooklivinglocal historymanufacturermersysidenetherleyotterspoolpicturebookprefabsrocking horseshippingshopshoppingslum clearanceslumssmithdownspekestorethis video was made 40 yrs later using the Soundtrack.tower blockstoyswarworkshopA site to share a collection of Old Photographs Of Liverpool, with nostalgic Merseysiders and ex-pats. The site is updated on a regular basis.https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/noreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)Blogger382125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-2929631945544272958Thu, 14 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +00002020-04-21T17:19:51.622+01:00  Liverpool stories and memories,   photographs help us recall, streets where we lived, or played in as kids people and friends, one or all. Though some buildings and places are gone now we have memories, and still we can look, at the places that meant something to us here in our Liverpool Picturebook ____________________________________ I am a local author and created https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2017/04/home-page.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-2956824653173466787Thu, 27 Feb 2020 14:40:00 +00002020-02-27T20:15:05.422+00:00 HMS Birkenhead, also referred to as HM Troopship Birkenhead or Steam Frigate Birkenhead was one of the first iron-hulled ships built for the Royal Navy. She was designed as a steam frigate, but was converted to a troopship before being commissioned. The Wreck of the Birkenhead The Birkenhead was laid down at John Laird's shipyard at Birkenhead as the frigate HMS Vulcan, but renamed https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2020/02/hms-birkenhead.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-8543609088445710839Fri, 08 Feb 2019 20:27:00 +00002019-02-15T11:04:32.398+00:001734BorElizabeth Murphet MorrisFounding FatherlegislatureLiverpoolPennsylvaniaRobert Morris JrToxtethUSA Robert Morris portrait by Charles Wilson Peale Robert Morris, Jr. (January 20, 1734 – May 8, 1806) was an English-born merchant and a Founding Father of the United States. He served as a member of the Pennsylvania legislature, the Second Continental Congress, and the United States Senate, and he was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the Unitedhttps://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2019/02/robert-morris-jr-usa-founding-father.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-5370397323432896517Sat, 02 Feb 2019 20:41:00 +00002019-02-02T20:50:27.148+00:00Clive SwiftClive Walter SwiftDied 1st february 2019HyacinthKeeping Up AppearancesPatricia Routledge Liverpool Actor Clive Swift died on 1 February 2019. Clive Swift was born on February 9, 1936 in Liverpool, as Clive Walter Swift. His acting career included Excalibur (1981), Frenzy (1972). He was married to Margaret Drabble. Clive was best known for his role as Richard Bucket, the long-suffering husband of Hyacinth played by Patricia Routledge. Clive was former member of the https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2019/02/liverpool-actor-clive-swift.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-7466301518127305997Wed, 19 Dec 2018 15:35:00 +00002019-01-29T10:21:58.677+00:00 Sebastian Ziani de Ferranti was born in Liverpool at 130 Bold Street Liverpool in 1864. His Italian father, Cesare, was a photographer (son of composer Marco Aurelio Zani de Ferranti) and his mother Juliana de Ferranti (née Scott) was a concert pianist. He was educated at Hampstead School, London; St. Augustine's College, Westgate-on-Sea; and University College London. Sebastian became https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/12/dr-sebastian-ziani-de-ferranti.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-8763912221094915090Wed, 05 Dec 2018 11:27:00 +00002018-12-05T11:51:29.002+00:00J collinsonLiverpoolmanufacturerpicturebookrocking horsesmithdowntoysworkshop In a time before technology and gadgets, the must have toy for many young children was the rocking horse. Rocking horse workshop, Collinson and sons, 1969 The company of J Collinson and Sons who began operations in 1836 were the finest manufacturer of these hand crafted rocking horses. The firm of Collinson continued in the same family ownership, through 5 generations until December https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/12/j-collinson-and-sons-rocking-horse.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-5296640498411284952Sat, 10 Nov 2018 10:17:00 +00002018-11-10T13:05:28.622+00:00 The poppy has become the symbol of remembrance for the millions of soldiers who lost their lives in conflict. The ‘poppy appeal’, organised by The Royal British Legion, takes place in the weeks leading up to Remembrance Sunday, which occurs on the Sunday nearest to Armistice Day. The poppy appeal raises money for those who have served or are currently serving in the armed forces and https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/11/the-remembrance-poppy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-2670665226304619385Tue, 06 Nov 2018 21:47:00 +00002020-03-06T09:02:58.781+00:00liverpool picturebookMerseysideRationingWWII Prior to the Second World War Britain imported about 55 million tons of food a year from other countries. At the outbreak of war the German government did what they could to disrupt this trade. Germans battleships and submarines were sent to hunt down and sink British merchant vessels and with imports of food declining, the British government decided to introduce a system of rationing. This https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/11/rationing.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-3911764152569583652Tue, 02 Oct 2018 17:27:00 +00002018-10-03T09:22:06.590+01:00Black History MonthEddy AmooEmily OrgillEuropeJames BrownJames Clarke SwimmerJohn ArcherLaurence WestgaphLiverpoolMarcus Bailey - SailorMayorMerseysideOtto EphriamSamuel Cole October 2018 is Black History Month. This is a national celebration and aims to promote and celebrate Black contributions to British society, and to foster an understanding of Black history in general. The Liverpool Black Community is distinguished from others by its continuity, some black Liverpudlians being able to trace their roots in Liverpool for as many as ten generations. This https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/10/black-history-month-2018.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-4637938211710115865Thu, 31 May 2018 11:40:00 +00002018-05-31T12:49:34.992+01:001959Aztec ceilingCoffee clubentertainmentFAB 4HamburgHaymans GreenJohn LennonLiverpoolMona BestMusicNever Say DiePete BestRoag BestThe BeatlesThe CasbahVilla It was a lovely hot and sunny day in May when I took a trip to 8 Hayman's Green, in West Derby, Liverpool to visit the home of the Casbah Coffee Club. A large detached Victorian villa, built circa1860 in red brick, with stone dressings it is two storeys with an attic and more importantly a basement. This basement is unique because it housed a coffee and music club dating back to https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/05/the-casbah-club.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-274481092980755070Sun, 01 Apr 2018 21:45:00 +00002018-04-01T22:53:12.653+01:00 Leonard Rossiter was born on 21 October 1926 in Wavertree, Liverpool, the second son of Elizabeth (née Howell) and John Rossiter. The family lived over the barber shop Cretan Road, Wavertree, owned by his father, the family later moved to Montrovia Crescent, Fazakerley. Leonard attended Granby Street county primary school and the Liverpool Collegiate in Shaw Street, Everton and also https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/04/liverpool-actor-leonard-rossiter.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-1028643521662897555Tue, 20 Mar 2018 12:31:00 +00002020-03-11T15:08:47.419+00:00Anne Jonescharlie browndiddymenDoddyjam butty minesKen Doddknotty ashLaughterLiverpoolMerseysideOBESir Ken Dodd Sir Kenneth Arthur Dodd OBE (8 November 1927 – 11 March 2018) Ken Dodd has been described as "the last great music hall entertainer", and was primarily known for his live stand-up performances. Today, 11th March 2020 is the second anniversary of his death. Kenneth Arthur Dodd was born on 8 November 1927 in  Knotty Ash, Liverpool, and Lancashire, the son of a coal merchant, Arthur https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/03/sir-ken-dodd.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-1139916584591380957Thu, 01 Mar 2018 21:10:00 +00002020-03-08T11:42:06.004+00:00Bessie BraddockDame Rose HeilbronHistoryInternationalKitty WilkinsonLiverpool WomenLizzie Christianlocal historyLucy CradockMargaret BeavanSarah ClaytonWomens Day Women of Liverpool Originally known as International Working Women’s Day, the 8th March now commemorates the women’s rights movement with International Women’s Day. The special date celebrates women’s achievements all around the world, with organised conferences and rallies, networking events and marches. This article takes a look back in history at just a few of the many https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/03/InternationalWomensDay.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-1511659846226808499Mon, 15 Jan 2018 17:14:00 +00002018-01-16T16:28:34.119+00:00 Tom Baker was born on Scotland Road area of Liverpool in 1934, to Mary Jane (Fleming) and John Stewart Baker. His father  was a steward in the Merchant Navy, and of English and Scottish descent, while his mother's family was originally from Ireland. Tom, along with his younger sister, Lulu, and younger brother, John, was raised in a poor Catholic community by his mother, a house-cleaner and https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/01/liverpoolactortombaker.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-8997579437890314675Wed, 10 Jan 2018 17:07:00 +00002018-01-10T18:05:35.388+00:00 Woolton Hall, a former country house located in Woolton, was built in 1704 and extensively renovated in 1772 by the influential architect Robert Adam the building is praised as the finest example of Robert Adam's work in Northern England. Robert Adam FRSE FRS FSA (Scot) FSA FRSA (3 July 1728 – 3 March 1792) was a Scottish neoclassical architect, interior designer and furniture https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/01/woolton-hall.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-6600648278322445824Tue, 09 Jan 2018 13:29:00 +00002018-01-09T13:29:50.998+00:00 Founded in London on June 6, 1844 by George Williams, the Young Men's Christian Association aimed to put Christian principles into practice by developing a healthy "body, mind, and spirit." These three angles are reflected by the different sides of the (red) triangle, part of all YMCA logos. Liverpool can be proud of its heritage and since its early years has lead the way in social reforms. https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2018/01/ymca-liverpool.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-7755287068784750099Tue, 12 Dec 2017 16:03:00 +00002019-09-04T10:09:30.304+01:00 Keith Chegwin was one of the biggest stars of children’s television for more than a decade, he was the cheeky chappie of Saturday TV with the hit shows Multi-Coloured Swap Shop and Saturday Superstar. Affectionately known as Cheggers, he was often found roaming the country interviewing young viewers and acting as go-between in exchanges of items offered up for swapping. His success on Swap https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2017/12/keith-chegwin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-3126307546955385944Sat, 25 Nov 2017 01:06:00 +00002017-11-25T01:07:25.434+00:001960sflatsHigh RiseInner CityLiverpoollivingnetherleyprefabsslum clearanceslumsspeketower blocks In the late 19th century, working-class neighbourhoods and communities were often represented as ‘rough’, substandard, and marginal. Housing conditions were poor and the need for council housing was great. Many people demanded it vociferously, agreeing with the 1945 Labour government that their role in winning the war entitled them to state help with housing. Everton 1970 https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2017/11/innercity-highrise-living.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-8610141342387707235Sat, 27 May 2017 17:24:00 +00002017-05-27T18:32:34.712+01:00 Casabianca The boy stood on the burning deck Whence all but he had fled; The flame that lit the battle’s wreck, Shone round him o’er the dead. Shortly before her death, Felicia Hemans predicted that ‘my poetry, except some half dozen pieces, may be consigned to oblivion.’ It was a strange statement coming as it did from someone already famous and celebrated as one of the mosthttps://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2017/05/felicia-hemans-1793-1835.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-7046326043263170649Thu, 04 May 2017 20:59:00 +00002019-01-29T16:46:58.473+00:00 Click on the first image to view all photographs in 'Lightbox' (TM) Updated January 2019 Yates Street 1989 Beaufort Street 1989 St George's Hall 1990 Cambridge Road Waterloo, 1990 South Chester Street 1989 Christ Church Boys School Melrose Road, Crosby, 1990 St Luke's Church, 1989 St James In The City from Chestrfield Street, 1990 Pier Head from https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2017/05/old-photographs-of-liverpool-in-colour.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-340455553408562302Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:46:00 +00002017-03-29T00:24:35.861+01:00 Liverpool Picturebook is fortunate to be able to host a number of photographs from the Merseyside amateur football league including a selection of images of Liverpool amateur football referees. The photographs are from the personal collection of Billy Flanagan. Billy recently sent me some additional images from an event at the Liverpool Adelphi Hotel, he tells us... Liverpool County https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2017/03/liverpool-county-football-association.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-1745253592528427915Mon, 31 Oct 2016 13:33:00 +00002019-10-21T10:24:10.251+01:00 Halloween is almost here, the feast of Halloween, or ‘All Hallows' Eve, is the day before All Hallows' Day. This is more commonly known as All Saints' Day. All Hallows' Eve dates back to the middle Ages, when Catholics would gather at a vigil to celebrate the eve before All Saints Day. Around the 18th century, people began referring to All Hallows' Eve as "Hallowe'en", and then more simply https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2016/10/the-history-of-halloween_31.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-971933473053497982Mon, 31 Oct 2016 13:33:00 +00002016-10-31T13:41:01.293+00:00 Halloween is finally here, the feast of Halloween, or ‘All Hallows' Eve, is the day before All Hallows' Day. This is more commonly known as All Saints' Day. All Hallows' Eve dates back to the middle Ages, when Catholics would gather at a vigil to celebrate the eve before All Saints Day. Around the 18th century, people began referring to All Hallows' Eve as "Hallowe'en", and then more simplyhttps://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2016/10/the-history-of-halloween.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-5678762235960450253Wed, 24 Feb 2016 18:04:00 +00002017-07-05T22:09:37.595+01:00 William Gawin Herdman (also known as W. G. Herdman; 1805–1882) was an English author and painter, known for his scenes in the Liverpool area. Herdman was a self-taught painter who started sketching in his early teens, documenting the city of Liverpool, making notes about how the city and its buildings were changing as the city grew. Herdman painted around 2,000 watercolours of Liverpool https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2016/02/herdman-watercolours.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1936858750286229600.post-1762289314672411741Mon, 11 Jan 2016 13:15:00 +00002019-04-20T19:20:35.962+01:00 Modern day images from around the City of Liverpool along with a potted history... Click on the first image to view all photographs in 'Lightbox' (TM) By the 1890s the George's Dock, built in 1771, was essentially redundant. It was the third dock built in Liverpool, and was too small and too shallow in depth for the commercial ships of the late 19th century. Most of the site was owned https://www.liverpoolpicturebook.com/2016/01/mini-histories.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Bob Edwards Photography)