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The Early History of Muswell Hill Library

Muswell Hill Library

Muswell Hill Library was recently threatened with closure. After a huge local campaign, it was eventually kept open. This is the early history of what would have been lost. Why …

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The Changing Face of Hornsey

Further reflections by local film maker David ‘Tec’ Evans of Hornsey’s ever changing scene in a double DVD. This is a 13 minute clip from the DVD. Details Format: DVD …

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HHS Bulletin 58

Front cover HHS Bulletin 58, 2018

This issue includes a timeline for 1917, a continuing look at Hornsey during the First World War and a survey of the shops on Quernmore Road from 1900-2016.

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HHS Bulletin 57

Front Cover HHS Bulletin 57

A continuing look at Hornsey during the First World War including local conscientious objectors who refused to fight.

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HHS Bulletin 56

Front cover HHS bulletin 56

This issue continues our look at the First World War, including articles about the role of local churches during the conflict.

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HHS Bulletin 55

Front Cover HHS Bulletin 55

Issue 55 of the Bulletin starts our look at the experience of the area during the First World War.

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HHS Bulletin 54

Cover of HHS Bulletin 54

Bulletin 54 includes two articles which focus on the history of Hornsey Cottage Hospital along with others looking at the Hornsey Enclosure Act, 1813, and 1902 Education Act.

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HHS Bulletin 53

HHS Bulletin 53

HHS Bulletin 53 includes the story of Wilson’s department store in Crouch End and a celebration of the Muswell Hill Odeon.

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HHS Bulletin 52

HHS Bulletin 52

A 40th Anniversary edition including articles about the Quakers in Muswell Hill and recollections of trade unionism in Hornsey.

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HHS Bulletin 51

HHS Bulletin 51

Bulletin 51 includes an appreciation of the life and work of Joan Schwitzwer and a look at the myth of Stapleton Hall.

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