A LOCAL historian is appealing for old stories, pictures and recollections of Durham and surrounding area, for a publication he is compiling.
Michael Lee, of Meadowfield, on the outskirts of the city, plans to publish a collection ofstories and images entitled Memories of Durham, and welcomes all potential contributions.
He is interested in all possible recollections, including schoolday memories, stories from people's working lives, periods of unemployment and finding other jobs, or any wartime exploits of interest.
"Anyone with a story to tell about working in the coal mines, factories, or local shops which have long closed, would be welcome," he said.
"I'm asking people to remember the Big Meeting in its hey-day, or parts of the city which have now changed beyond recognition. Please get in touch."
Mr Lee is also interested in any old photographs, post cards, illustrations, posters, bills or related memorabilia which can be loaned for copying.
He can be contacted at 40 John Street, in Meadowfield, Durham, DH7 8RS, or by telephoning 0191-378 9166.
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