At bay in Mary Street

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Date:1949

Description:Andy’s camera encapsulated his younger brother’s early life being brought up in Balsall Heath.
It is 1949, Shay is 7 years old and is dressed for Holy Communion. This picture was taken outside the Bartley’s home, and note the Bay-window, which was a regular feature of the buildings from the ‘Locstitch’ up to the corner of Mary Street and Edward Road – directly opposite The Coach & Horses on the other side of Edward Road. These bay-windows were gainfully employed by a number of shopkeepers; a Butchers shop and Post office were just two of these.

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Terraced Houses Religion & Beliefs Mary Street Christianity Balsall Heath 1946 - 1975 (Mid 20th Century)

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Creators: Bartley Family Collection - Creator

Image courtesy of: Jim Fitzpatrick

Donor ref:Bartley Family Collection (78/10809)

Source: Balsall Heath Local History Society , Jim Fitzpatrick , Graham Partlett , Elizabeth McKeon , Diane Stead , Keith Whitehouse

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