I found a scanned version of 'On the Banks of the Ouse' from Princeton
University Library at
https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=njp.32101073308502;view=1up;seq=5
I have not read it yet but have saved the link for when I have the time to
read.
I have an interest as I lived just outside
Thank you all for your contributions which has made such interesting reading.
The History of Lace and these tells is fascinating..
The men learned lacemaking as children, and as agricultural workers they were
dependant on the weather, - so during times of bad weather, they were able to
earn a few
I really like these lace tells. From what I am reading, it would appear that
the beginning of the 19th century was a good era for lace tells. The comment
about men making lace as more profitable than agricultural labor is startling.
But, the beginning of the 19th century was reputedly very good
Dear Jeri and all
For a moment I thought you were referring to a book I have in my collection
then realised my error. My A5 size green cloth bound book is entitled ‘Olney
and the Lace-Makers’ published in 1864 by William Macintosh, London. It doesn’t
mention an author but a receipt attached to
Thank you.
Regards
Maureen
E Yorks UK
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