In 1839, the Rev Henry Heap, Vicar of Bradford, died.
In 1859, John Bright
expounded his Reform Bill at St. George's Hall.
In 1914, a record gate of 32,184 was recorded at Bradford Park Avenue.
From the Telegraph & Argus of January 17, 1976...
A two-tier system of fees will operate at Bradford Grammar School from September. Parents of pupils already at the school will pay the present fee of £450 a year, but those whose children will be new to the school in September will pay about £570. The reason is the phasing out of the Government direct grants.
From the Telegraph & Argus of January 17, 1951...
Advertisement: The opening of the Holme Moss Television Transmitter, which is scheduled for June, will provide first-class reception in this area. Greenwood's have receivers tuned to the new frequency and the technical staff to complete installations in readiness for the opening. Order now before the inevitable rush of orders causes delay in delivery.
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