Slater's Directory Of Manchester & Salford 1909

Slater's Directory of Manchester & Salford 1909

Imagine walking the streets of Manchester and Salford at the height of the Edwardian era. The clatter of trams, the smoke from factory chimneys, and the vibrant energy of a city at the centre of the world. Slater's Directory is your time machine. This isn't just a book; it's a detailed snapshot of life in 1909, serving as the Google Maps, Yellow Pages, and Wikipedia of its day all rolled into one.

An invaluable resource for genealogists, local historians, and researchers, this meticulously compiled directory provides a unparalleled window into the past.

Inside this treasure trove, you will discover:

A Comprehensive Street Directory: A street-by-street listing of private residents, householders, and tradespeople, complete with their occupations and house numbers.
A Classified Commercial Directory: Find every business in the city, from major cotton merchants and engineers to local bakers, publicans, and watchmakers.
An Official & Court Directory: Details of civic officials, MPs, magistrates, clergy, doctors, hospitals, schools, and public institutions.
Fascinating Contemporary Advertisements: A gallery of period ads offering a unique insight into the products, services, and design aesthetics of the time.
Local Maps & Information: Often includes vital maps and postal information to help you navigate the city as it was.
Who is this for?

Family Historians: Trace your Manchester ancestors, pinpoint their exact address, and discover their neighbours and professions.
House Historians: Uncover the history of your home or street and learn about its former inhabitants.
Local Historians & Researchers: An essential primary source for studying the social and commercial fabric of Edwardian Manchester.
Anyone with a Love for Manchester: A captivating and tangible piece of the city's heritage to own and explore