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Slater's Directory? what is it please
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Kim from Sandhurst | Report | 16 Nov 2003 16:05 |
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I have come across a web site in Durham with some of my names on it, but all it says is that they are in the Slater's Directory and page number. Does anyone know what this directory is please. Thanks Kim |
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Jacqui | Report | 16 Nov 2003 17:08 |
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Hiya - dont know for certain but I would assume it's similary to Kelly's Directory or Wright's Directory - these were early yellow-page-type directories published for each town/city - street by street (I believe each householder was asked if they wanted an entry in the directory - obviously tradespeople were the obvious targets and those who thought they had some standing in the community. It's unlikely that the poorer end of the population elected for an entry, as it would have cost them money they could ill-afford) The entries were then cross-referenced to an alphabetical listing, and then indexed by trades. Maybe Slater's were a regional directory, as I do not think there is a Slater's Directory for Nottingham (could be wrong of course) but have seen both Kelly's and Wrights in the local library and it makes very interesting reading. No doubt someone will point out the error of my ways - all the best anyway. Jacqui |
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Bob | Report | 16 Nov 2003 17:25 |
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The directory is available on line at ancestry[.]co.uk. The bad news is that you have to subscribe |
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Ann L from Darlo | Report | 16 Nov 2003 18:00 |
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Hi Kim Do you want me to ask when I go to the Library tomorrow? Your friend in Darlington Ps did you see my thread----- I thought I was but I'm not re ? being related to Captain Cook I'm so disappionted but never mind. See you in the New Year |
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George | Report | 16 Nov 2003 18:04 |
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www(.)historicaldirectories(.)org George |
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Kim from Sandhurst | Report | 16 Nov 2003 21:48 |
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Many thanks to you all for your replies. George, now I have had a glance, maybe they are not mine! no money in family! but I have to say the site is very interesting though. thanks for that Ann, Sorry about that, but if you don't delve you don't find! thanks for the offer your a true gem, but I actually went on witnesses and it came up with all sorts, there was a Lazenby on there though from Darlington, will email you direct. Kim |
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