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Reference Number496.5 BA9360/C15/Box 1/17/1 - 2
Hierarchy Browser Number8001/18/2/1/4
TitleHistory of the Worcester Glove Trade by W R Amphlett
DescriptionTwo volumes, one annotated on the cover by the author. It is a chronological account of the gloving and leather trades in Worcester over about 700 years. Particular emphasis is laid on the foundation of the Guilds, their rules and influence, and the rise and decline of the industry. With discussion as to methods and materials used, national legislation and Worcester's position compared to gloving in other cities, with some notable individuals and events.

Duplicates removed, one of which was in a brown envelope addressed to Walter Ralph Amphlett, Esq., 5 Bath Road, Worcester. Post Office stamp "London [W 1] 28 Jun 1954". Return address stamp "Whitehead Industrial Trust Ltd. 12/13 Greek Street. London W.1."
Date1954-1967
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