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Benjamin Ladds
Established 1891



The business of 1891 outgrew the accommodation, and at least four extensions were made, and the factory was equipped with the latest machinery.


Closed in 1971 with a loss of 70 jobs.
The factory with nearby houses decorated for King George's Coronation 1937
Advert c1918 in French
An advert from about 1918 in French and English showing the founder's son Lieut B H Ladds in the Royal Garrison Artillery uniform
holiday fund card 1930
Holiday Savings Card 1930/1
1954 letterhead
1954 Letterhead & Advert
1954 advert



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