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English Baptist Chapel Zion – Cwmtillery

English Baptist Chapel Zion – Cwmtillery. There isn’t a great deal of information on this chapel, although the Baptist cause began at Cwmtillery in the late 19th century. Mr Arthur Tilney put forth plans to the council for the building of a chapel at East Side, Cwmtillery. The First Chapel. In 1899, the first chapel in connection with the English …

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Llanhilleth Colliery Workmen’s Institute and Library Leather Wallet

Llanhilleth Colliery Workmen’s Institute and Library Leather Wallet. This is a small tri-fold leather card wallet from the Llanhilleth Institute. It may have been used to carry union membership cards or various other membership cards etc, in connection with the institute.  Made from leather. Size 4 1/4″ x 3″ inches.  

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The Abertillery Foundry Bridge Construction 1951

The Foundry Bridge Construction 1951. This was the second bridge to be constructed across the valley at Abertillery, connecting the western and eastern sides of the town. Tenders for the Construction of the New Bridge. On Wednesday 22nd of February 1950, the Western Mail newspaper issued notices that tenders were invited by the Abertillery District Council for contractors with experience …

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The Six Bells Tennis Club – The Story 1925-1999

The Six Bells Tennis Club. The Official Opening of the Six Bells Recreational Grounds. On Saturday 25th of April 1925, the Six Bells Recreational Grounds were officially opened. The opening ceremony was performed by Councillor Mr David Walters. Mr Walters was presented with a silver engraved key with which to perform the opening ceremony. A Description of the Six Bells …

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ELO` GREATEST HITS…….HONG KONG

ALBUM……. Greatest Hits. Label/No……. Sony AP-1726. Pressed in……. Hong Kong. SIDE 1 Evil Woman. Livin’ Thing. Cant Get It Out Of My Head. Showdown. Turn To Stone. Rockaria. SIDE 2 Sweet Talkin’ Woman. Telephone Line. Ma Ma Ma Belle. Strange Magic. Mr Blue Sky. Notes……. It has the original numbered inner lyric sleeve.

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National Coal Board Waterproof Leggings

National Coal Board Waterproof Leggings. These leggings came with a yellow waterproof jacket as a set. The jacket had the black coloured NCB logo printed on the upper left chest area and black coloured rubber buttons. The leggings has an elasticated waistband and a one side button clasp, they have pocket slits (but no pockets) to access the wearers own …

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THE ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA…….CANADA

ALBUM……. ELO. Label/No……. United Artists UAS-5573. Pressed in……. Canada. SIDE 1 10538 Overture. Look At Me Now. Nellie Takes Her Bow. The Battle Of Marston Moor (July 2nd 1644). SIDE 2 First Movement (Jumping Biz). Mr Radio. Manhattan Rumble (49th Street Massacre). Queen Of The Hours. Whisper In The Night. Notes…….

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A Belt Man’s Knife

A Belt Man’s Knife. This type of knife was used by the conveyor belt fitters, to cut the conveyor belt when lengthening the belts or repairing joints etc.  Made for British Coal. Made by G. Ibberson, Sheffield Ltd. Stainless England. Size – Folded 4 1/2″ inches. Unfolded 7 1/4″ inches. 

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