Slater's Directory Of Manchester & Salford 1903

Slater's Directory of Manchester & Salford 1903: Your Time Machine to the Heart of Industrial England

Imagine the roar of machinery from the great mills, the clatter of horse-drawn carts on the cobblestones, and the lively chatter of merchants and artisans. The year is 1903. Manchester, the powerhouse of the world, is at the zenith of its industrial might, and the new Edwardian era is dawning.

Now, you can walk its streets yourself.

Slater's Directory is more than just a book; it's a time capsule. This meticulously reproduced edition of the 1903 Directory of Manchester & Salford is your definitive guide to the city and its people at a pivotal moment in history. It’s the ultimate resource for anyone looking to connect with the past.

What You'll Discover Inside:

Comprehensive Residential Listings: Find your ancestors by name, with their full address and occupation. Piece together the lives of those who came before you.
Detailed Commercial & Trade Directory: Explore the vast commercial landscape of Manchester and Salford. From cotton merchants to pawnbrokers, bakers to engineers, see the businesses that formed the city's lifeblood.
Street-by-Street Directory: Walk down every street in the city centre and surrounding districts. See who lived next door, who ran the corner shop, and uncover the history of your own home or street.
Official Information & Institutions: Discover the names of city officials, aldermen, clergy, doctors, and schoolmasters who shaped the community.
Fascinating Advertisements: Be transported by authentic period ads for everything from patent medicines to grand hotels, offering a unique and colourful glimpse into the daily life, concerns, and aspirations of Edwardian Mancunians.
Local Maps & Information: Navigate the city as it was, with included maps and guides to public transport, post offices, and other essential services.
An Indispensable Tool For:

Genealogists: Trace your family tree and bring your ancestors' world to life.
Local & Social Historians: Build a detailed, ground-level picture of Edwardian society, commerce, and industry.
House History Researchers: Uncover the fascinating story of your home and its former residents.
Writers & Researchers: Add authentic, rich detail to novels, articles, or academic projects set in this iconic era.
Don't just read about history—hold it in your hands. Order your copy of Slater's Directory of Manchester & Salford 1903 and unlock the door to the past.

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Product: Slater's Directory of Manchester & Salford 1903

A complete and authentic facsimile of the original 1903 directory, perfect for research and discovery.

Key Features:

Full Alphabetical List of Private Residents: Names, occupations, and addresses for thousands of individuals.
Classified Trade & Business Directory: Find any trade or profession, from "Accountants" to "Woollen Merchants."
Street Directory: A complete listing of householders and businesses by street name for Manchester and Salford.
Court & Official Directory: Listings for government, legal, clerical, and medical professionals.
Educational & Ecclesiastical Establishments: Details on schools, colleges, and places of worship.
Period Advertisements: Hundreds of original ads providing unique social and commercial context.
Maps & Plans: Navigate the city as it existed in 1903