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100 1 _aBill o'th' Hoylus End,
_d1836-1897
245 1 4 _aTh' History o' Haworth Railway :
_bfra' th' beginnin' to th' end, wi' an ackaant o' th' oppnin' serrimony
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-01-20
508 _aTranscribed from the 1902 (10th edition) by David Price. Many thanks to Local Studies, Bradford Central Library, for allowing their copy of the pamphlet to be transcribed
520 _a"Th' History o' Haworth Railway" by Bill o'th' Hoylus End is a humorous historical account written in the early 20th century. The book details the inception and construction of the railway line connecting Haworth and Keighley, capturing the local community's enthusiasm and challenges throughout the process. Through its unique dialect and playful tone, it paints a vivid picture of the societal dynamics in a small Yorkshire town during a time of infrastructural change. The narrative follows the inhabitants of Haworth as they strive to obtain a railway line, filled with comedic misadventures and quirky characters. They experience numerous setbacks, including a cow devouring their plans and mishaps during construction. Despite the various obstacles, community spirit prevails as townsfolk prepare for the grand opening festivities. Emphasizing camaraderie, shared struggles, and the anticipation of modernity, the book offers a charming perspective on a pivotal moment in local history, blending humor with a heartfelt sense of belonging and pride. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aDialect poetry, English -- England -- Yorkshire
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27849
999 _c68758
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