In 1908, the Wright brothers patented their flying machine "Flyer 1"
In 1911, the Bradford Band of Hope celebrated its Diamond Jubilee.
In 1913, a massive fire at Barkerend Mills, Bradford, caused £25,000 worth of damage.
From the Telegraph & Argus of May 22nd, 1976...
Singer Billy Fury has cancelled his first show in a week-long tour of Bradford clubs. He is reported to have collapsed and been taken to a London hospital. But today booking agents were unable to confirm where the singer is being treated. Billy Fury, 35, has a history of heart trouble and four years ago underwent major surgery to repair two defective heart valves.
From the Telegraph & Argus of May 22nd, 1951...
Introduction of women bus conductors is one of the reforms suggested in a quiz on "If I were Bradford Corporation Transport Manager" in next Friday's Yorkshire Observer Budget. Other reforms suggested included: weekly passes; more through services; a central bus station and more shelters. What reforms would you suggest ?
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