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Alan Roberts writes. THE songs of the British Tommies have become part of our DNA: ‘It’s a Long Way to Tipperary’ and the breathtakingly simple ‘We’re here, because we’re here, because…’ which perfectly captured many soldiers’ views of life in the Army. Spare a thought for those who were unable to join their comrades abroad due to advancing age, wounds or ill health. It was from their ranks that the British guards at Raikeswood Camp were drawn. Private Robert Taylor, a french polisher of Penny Street in Lancaster, was serving with 153rd Protection Company of the Royal Defence Corps. ....
Submitting. Comedian Dave Morris Unfortunately, a little gremlin was active in last week’s page and transposed the captions. Today, we put Harry back in the story with this “at home” Gazette photo with his wife, Connie. Harry (1891-1971) lived in the Squires Gate area for nearly 40 years, first in Dunes Avenue and then in Lytham Road. So, what was the second radio sitcom to originate in Blackpool? It was Club Night, written by and starring Dave Morris (1896-1960) whose Blackpool appearances spanned 40 years and who lived in Duchess Drive, North Shore, for more than 20 years. Coun Mrs Constance May Korris and husband Harry Korris ....
Submitting. The pink metal handlebars were lobbed onto the pitch at Victory Park shortly after Chorley FC s under-21 side kicked off a friendly with Blackpool s Squires Gate FC at 7.30pm. Pic: Lancashire Police This landed on the pitch narrowly missing a player. This could have led to serious injuries and behaviour like this will not be tolerated. If you would like to own up to this stupid act or if you know the person responsible, please email [email protected] or ring 101 quoting log reference LC -20210427-1355. Thanks for reading. If you value what we do and are able to support us, a digital subscription is just £1 per month for the first two months. Try us today by clicking ....
While it is now the site of HM Prison Kirkham, a category D men’s prison, it was once used as an RAF base. It was built by George Wimpey and construction on the site began in 1939 before the 1940 opening date. It was primarily used as a training camp for tens of thousands of RAF tradesmen and women. In November 1941 Kirkham became the main armament training centre for the RAF, with different trades and courses on equipment and weapons. From May to December 1945 Kirkham became a demobilisation centre and trained RAF boy entrants until December 1957 when it closed as an RAF base. ....