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Until a few years ago I was still making Box frames with Sliding Sashes in timber, when I fixed the Tripple box frame with six Sashes I would Fit the sash cord with one continuous length with my lead Mouse on a thin cord that I threaded over each pulley and out of the weight box then over to the opposing pulley, starting from the front, then by fastening the weight to the upper back sash this way as each weight was tied to the cord is cut and no wastage of cord until the last weight is knotted and cut. Cant do it now lost my mouse.

Make contact with Mark through Private Message. It can be done here or Nunheadforum, or Westdulwichforum.

River Neckinger. ( Quote ) The area where the Neckinger meets the Thames at St Saviour's Dock was historically known as Jacob's Island (now the wealthy area known as Shad Thames). The area was once notoriously squalid and described as "The very capital of cholera" and "The Venice of drains" by the Morning Chronicle of 1849. In the 17th century convicted pirates were hanged at the mouth of the river (the corpses were placed on display as a deterrent further downstream at Blackwall Point)[citation needed]. The name of the river is believed to derive from the term "devil's neckcloth" (i.e. hangman's noose).

This was the Tram Depot in Cambertwell New Road next to the Railway Arch. It could have been Trolly Busses. But they did not come. Air-raid damage at Camberwell tram depot caused by a flying bomb. Building material is heaped in the foreground and midground between the vehicles. Photographed by Topical Press, 17 Jun 1944 Location: Camberwell tram depot, Southwark, SE5

CJMAHER I am the only one of of the tree still posting on Nunhead, firstly it was depleted by Kleinhond then an attempt was made to merge it with another Website that covered Nunhead. There are three that still post but there is little interest, as all that make contact are approached to join the other site You will have noted that the daily Posts of Advertising change their name after they have posted to prevent them being traced, silly rearly they will never get any custom. The site could be sorted if an assistant webmaster were appointed.

You will have to be more certain of the date built. You said Yes, it was built 1920s. The Victorian era of British history was the period of Queen Victoria's reign from 20 June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901 If you can test the Drain at the back with a coloured stain then see if it comes out in the front Drain. The Drain will be at the lowest part of the terrace, and will only pass in a direct line. If you can raise the Drain cover it is possible that the pipe is only four inches wide so is not a Sewer pipe.

A bit in the future but has anybody come up with the Cable Car Link, from the top of the Salvation Army Memorial Tower facing Denmark Hill Station using high rise buildings along the way to The Shard Tower close to London Bridge Station and the Hospital.

I must compliment you on your chioce of name Smith - Harris. Not sure where Smith comes in but, Harris is useful.

There already exists a Rail link from Denmark Hill Station to Blackfiers Station, just befor it is a junction in Union Street should this be altered it could become the link using existing Railway lines into London Bridge Station. There could of course be special Carriage trains to carry invalid passengers. This would not involve much alteration only perhaps a siding at Winsor Walk and the additional branch connection at Union Street. I remember a proposal that a new track was spoken of above the existing railway. There is problems with street trams even located in their own space, will be held up because of other road trafic. There is a lot to learn from those who have experienced living with for years with Trams.

Looks like he just popped out for a smoke to get away from his kids howling, but will have to give back the Safety Pin holding his coat closed, when he goes back in.

Now is the time that the Chelsea Pensioners become more in the eye of the public. Does the general public know what they are or what they do now? You will see them at the Cenotaph, and Marching down the stairs of the Royal Albert Hall. The scarlet Uniform is only worn on Parades whilst within the Hospital or outside the Hospital. Their normal dress is more informal Blue with cap inside the boundaries of the Hospital. I have over the years become familiar with many of the Pensioners, I have also through attending so many parades been offered to attend many more, so many that I cant go to them all. There are frequent invitations to take part in Parades with the Royal Family present, and be seated on a close table at the Luncheon. I had thought that as I was there, I would when I got home write a short report of the proceedings and send to those that could not be there I have done this and sent them to old comrades of my own Regiment, these seem to be well received, but now those men have nearly all passed to the Green fields so I do not do it now. These might be of interest to members. This is one of my reports; Chelsea Founders Day 7th June 2002 The only official Parade of the In-Pensioners of The Royal Hospital Chelsea, is to commemorate the founding of the Royal Hospital, by King Charles 11. This year the salute was taken by His Royal Highness Prince Michael. It had been raining , as we took our seats in the raised stands the seat had an inch of rainwater in the cupped seat, as it was fixed down the water had to be removed by hand, the rain stopped for the ceremony, the Trumpeters came out onto the balcony, six each side, one later collapsed and was taken away, the Band played the Pensioners came on Parade waiting for the Royal Party, unfortunately one of these also became unwell and was wheeled off in a wheelchair. Prince Michael arrived onto the Parade Ground, having called into the Infirmary to see the less able Pensioners, The Fanfare by the Trumpeters, and the inspection of the Pensioners formed up in four Companies in the Figure Court, pausing to speak to those sitting behind who were unable to stand for the Parade. I was particularly pleased that he spent some time talking to my Ex Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant Major, Tom Parnell, who we had come to see. I think that the most moving part of the Parade is the very slow March to the tune of "The Old Brigade" this brings a standing ovation from the assembly, it never ceases to bring a lump to my throat, it is now that an unusual salute is given by the left hand as they counter march past the saluting base, as they pass the Golden band on the pocket flap of their scarlet coat denoting that this person holds a post of responsibility within the Hospital. Prince Michael, gave a well received speech, then unveiled the Statue of Charles the 11, that had been renovated and painted a brilliant gold, by the sculptor Andy Mitchell. Prince Michael left the Parade. The Pensioners were dismissed. Now the time to meet your pensioner, and of course all those you have got to know while attending other Parades, get your Packed Lunch , Hot Dog , or Hamburger, now the beer tent, find enough seats in one of the Marquee's and settle to catch up on all that has passed since you last met, the band plays all the favourite Military Music. My own observations are toward two men in Blazers who I must say were wearing the biggest display of Medals I have ever seen, on both sides, not just Medals but Badges of anything they had ever belonged to, some I suspect might bare a simulararity to the yearly clasp from Butlins from 1950 to 1972, I doubt that should they have been able to obtain a replica of Kenny Everett's four foot wide jacket there would have been room to put on the Golly Badge, these exhibitionists being only visitors did not. I am glad to say get any attention from the ex servicemen there, as they retreated to a empty table and remained alone. Looking at a very very old Pensioner standing in the heavy rain, who it turned out had come from the Infirmary wearing his pyjama trousers six inches short, in his scarlet coat and Blue Cap, he was waiting for his visitors (Who would never come) as he had probably outlived them, constantly smiled as he got soaked, he gave a glance in my direction the non seeing glance I had seen by my own brother with Dementia, this man is more important to me than a hundred exhibitionists! The man was taken into the Marquee by some of the ladies on an other table and made a welcome to him and posed with him for a photo, I think it made his day. The rain fell heavy keeping the visitors inside, now with a disco to replace the band, a visit to the Museum is a must, funny how many men bought the red apron with the Pensioners on it, I suspect they will be wearing it themselves, lots of god souvenirs, and books, and see a grand model of the Royal Hospital, when it was built in 1692. The Chapel is also an interesting building, and the Dining Hall, and the Pensioners rooms these are called Berths, and what is The Chelsea Chest ? This is their stomach best when filled! Reluctantly we had to leave, just then someone with a portable radio shouted "We have won " this was the Football Match against Argentina, perhaps I might be exaggerating when I say men jumped to their feet who had not stood for years and cheered, well it seemed to me anyway, what a high note to leave our friends, "See you next year" God Willing. I do hope our visit has given some pleasure to Our Old Comrades. I am looking forward to next year already. "Smiler" aka ?Computedshorty?

New York Trafic Warden wearing black arm band in respect for his Boss who had just been assassinated by Al Capone.

This was the shops at the corner of Cryatal Palace Road and Goodrich Road. Picture of us lads in 1947. Me on one leg no Zimmer.

My Memorabilia has a personal connection with all the items. I have for years been in the Remembrance Day Parade at the Cenotaph in Whitehall, this is held the following Sunday after the Armistice Day Parade. Whitehall is closed to traffic by permission of the Colonel in Chief of the Royal Tank Regiments H.M. Queen Elizabeth II. We form up on Horseguard?s Parade Ground dressed in Regimental Blazer with Badge Tie and Medals, are inspected and marched through the Arch into Whitehall lead by the Regimental Band, in full dress Uniform, sometimes there is a Tank in Whitehall from Bovington Museum. The large number of Visitors and people watching is surprising at the hour on a Sunday morning. The march down Whitehall to halt facing the Cenotaph, two minuets silence, the Service by the Regimental Padre, we stand bare headed, (some times in pouring rain dripping from the trees, to remain wet for the rest of the day ). Return to up Whitehall turning right into Whitehall Place, here is the statue of a Comet Tank Crew, where another Service is held. When the Parade is dismissed we make our way to the Barley Mo. Public House in Horseferry Road for our Lunch, and meet up with old pals. I was a little involved with the presentation of the Commemorative Enamel Snuff Boxes, that was produced, H.M Queen Elizabeth II was presented with Box Number one, of the Two hundred made, my one is number 151. See picture.

The mentioned 120mm HEAT anti tank round falklands 80mm anti aircraft round 20mm sabot round 20 mil valcon rounds training thunder flash grenade and alot lot more These were Shells, most of these that were saved were only the Brass casing, without the projectile head, better known as the bullet. These usually finished up on a matle shelf with flowers in them.

When the tram lines were dug up they had been infilled between the rails with wooden tar soaked brick sized blocks, these we pinched to burn on our open fires they had been held in place by heated bitumen so a lot of this was stuck to the blocks and when they burned you got a build up ok soot that broke away dropping into the fire and spreading over the hearth and the mat. This was a mess that we had to put up with or freeze in the extreme cold of those winters. Coal was on ration and our allocation did not last long.

Memory does play tricks on us Yes there was a great deal of snow at that time, but the trams had finnished in 1950. Here is a picture of tram no 200, in Lordship Lane near Goose Green

When the Comet arrived in September 1944 the British had at last a British tank with decent armour, speed and a good gun, many regard it was the best British tank of the war and they are probably right. The Comet was extremely fast, reliable, was easy to drive and had excellent off road performance. The 77mm gun was a slightly less powerful than the 17pdr but was still capable of penetrating thick armour especially when firing APDS ammunition. Armour was decent for a 33 ton tank but clearly inferior to the mammoth German tanks of the period but better than that of tanks such as the Sherman or Cromwell. The Comet was essentially an enlarged version of the Cromwell, in 1943 attempts were made to mount Vickers' new high velocity 75mm gun in a Cromwell but despite many months and plans to have the tank in production shortly it was found that the gun would not fit into the Cromwell after all. This 75mm weapon was then modified to fire 17 Pounder ammunition and was known as 77mm so that there would not be confusion over ammunition supplies. The High Velocity 77mm was extremely accurate, more so than the regular 17 Pounder and was mounted on the Comet tank. It had been planned to have the first crews equipped and trained with the Comet by December 1944 but due to the German offensive the crews did not have time to train until the new year, the Comet tank ultimately arrived too late but it's high speed was put to good use in Germany, this high speed also allowed to Comet to power its way through rough terrain that other tanks could not. Interestingly the Comet tank was equipped with a relatively large amount of Amour Piercing Discarding Sabot (APDS) ammunition with around 20% of the armour piercing type of ammunition produced for the Comet being APDS. Both the 17 Pounder and 77mm fired exactly the same projectiles but due to the different cartridge the 77mm had a lower muzzle velocity and thus lower penetration. The turret could also be transverse 360 degrees within 24 seconds. The picture shows tank no 334901, mine was numbered 334964 you can just see it in my picture.

The military memorabilia. There must be many members who have saved some sort of Militaria, from old medals to pictures of family who served abroad during the war. Kids saved shrapnel ( Jagged pieces of metal ) from the shells that exploded overhead or the unexploded Incendiary Bomb. One of my mates has taken it a bit far, he collects Tanks and overhauls them at his Military Museum, Isle of Wight, there have been several programmes on television under the name Tank Overhaul, this first one is of particular interest called the Overhaul of the Comet Tank, I was an AFV ( Armoured Fighting Vehicle ) Driver on a Comet Tank. An other has a Collection of Uniforms some the full Coloured Dress over a hundred years, all these now displayed in a Museum at the bottom of his garden. A comrade was buried in a coffin shaped as a Tank complete with sand coloured camouflage and marking that were on the tank during his service. I have a lot in my collection. It would be of interest to see what you have saved. Added a picture in front of my Comet tank thats me skinny one on the right.

This is a picture of a Muffin Man walking the streets.

This address is a P.O. Box Drop. For PSG Surveys LTD Talbot House 204-226 Imperial Drive Harrow, Middlesex HA2 7HH

The thing to remember when sealing a fireplace opening, is that many older houses share a chimney stack to above the roof, and even with the other part of your semi detached home, in a four story house there can be as many as eight flues that share the individual unscreeded flues in the stack, if the house was war damaged it is quite possible that cracks are now in the stack, and any smoke or fumes can penetrate into your flue. By placing a ventilator near the ceiling, you can benefit in two ways, should you get a gas leak from a gas fire or the gas stove in another of your rooms some could escape via your high ventilator as gas rises, and it is very unlikely that any fumes from other flues would come down your vent, as long as the chimney stack has not been capped.

If you are sealing the fire place completely and might be placing a cupboard or something in front, you can always put an air ventilater above over the picture rail. If you are in a downstairs room the Flue will be central above the fireplace, but if updtairs it will be to one side of the chimney breast, or look up chimney to see where it goes. A room that gets freash air into it is better than one that might have a dead bird fall down it to smell.

I never get stopped! Might be my Zimmer is a bit rusty.