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People
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Nearby
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GOFlax Growing and Processing
Flax and the linen fabric made from it have been used since the time of the ancient Egyptians.
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GODenton - Whitesmith and Engineer
The stock, trade tools, professional and personal effects of Joseph Denton - Whitesmith and Engineer who died in 1902 - taken from a list of items for sale by auction
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GOHarvey Thorp Engineering
Harvey Thorp operated as a sole trader with premises on Dam Road
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GOGas Works - Water Contamination
The arrival of gas brought many advantages to residents of Tickhill, but also smells, smoke and water contamination.
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