In 1910, 30,000 railway workers went on strike in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
In 1919, peace parades took place throughout the UK.
In 1987, four people died when a train fell off a bridge and were swept away by a swollen river in Wales.
25 years ago
Taken from the Telegraph & Argus of July 19, 1981...The 64th Bradford Scouts Troop carried out a car wash session at Jaggers Garage, Great Horton, Bradford. The boys scrubbed cars for cash in teams.
50 years ago
Taken from the Telegraph & Argus of July 19, 1956...The top three contestants of the Lido Beauty Contest are Norma Chadwick, Sylvia Haring and June Whitaker. The competition took place in Lister Park.
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