Arthur is 101 Arthur Woodgate has lived through two World Wars, and was a young man of 17, just starting out as an apprentice bricklayer when The Great Depression came along. Originating in the U.S. after the fall in stock prices that began around September 4, 1929, the problem became worldwide news with the stock … Continue reading England’s Senior Journalist
Tag: Iden
Step into the Rye’s Own archive for stories connected with Iden, a place viewed through local news, memory, change and the experiences of those who knew it. Stories such as “Rye Fire Pump”, “”Rye’s Own” Cartoonist”, and “England’s Senior Journalist” give the collection its range and its distinctly local texture. It is a collection to browse for both the main story and the small, telling details that a local magazine notices.
“Rye’s Own” Cartoonist
Charlie Coleman 1921-2006. Jimper’s Tribute Early in July a great friend of many in Rye & Iden passed away after many months of illness. Never letting on to anyone, except his immediate family, about his condition. News of his death came as a shock to all his many friends. I along with many more have … Continue reading “Rye’s Own” Cartoonist
Rye Fire Pump
Old Rye Fire Pump This old horse drawn steam water pump, photographed in his youth by Mike Whiteman, seems to be an appliance belonging to Rye Fire Brigade. Can any of our readers throw more light on the subject. What was the date it was introduced? Over what period was it used?. And who are … Continue reading Rye Fire Pump