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Closing of the Eagley Mills (clock tower of Eagley Mills can been seen in the background)
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Closing of the Eagley Mills (clock tower of Eagley Mills can been seen in the background)
Closing of the Eagley Mills (clock tower of Eagley Mills can been seen in the background), Eagley, near Bolton, Greater Manchester. Eagley Mills is owned by J P Coats Ltd. and is due to close in June 1972. 600 people will lose their jobs in the closure. 23rd January 1972
Eastwood
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Eagley
Greater Manchester
England
DM 72 800
Media ID 21790435
© Mirrorpix
Bolton Closing Closure Eagley Eagley Mills Employment Greater Manchester Unemployment 1972 Cotton Mills School Street
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Capturing the End of an Era - The Closing of Eagley Mills
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. In this poignant photo print, we are transported back to the 23rd of January 1972, witnessing a significant moment in history. Standing tall in the background is the iconic clock tower of Eagley Mills, serving as a somber reminder of its impending closure. Located in Eagley, near Bolton, Greater Manchester, this historic cotton mill has been an integral part of the community for decades. Owned by J P Coats Ltd. , Eagley Mills has provided employment and livelihoods to countless individuals over the years. However, with June 1972 fast approaching, we learn that around 600 hardworking people will soon face unemployment due to this heart-wrenching closure. The image encapsulates both hope and despair as it captures not only the imposing presence of Eagley Mills but also hints at what lies beyond its walls. School Street can be seen nearby - a symbol representing housing and community intertwined with industry. This photograph serves as a powerful testament to the impact that economic changes can have on local communities. It reminds us that behind every factory or mill closing its doors are real people whose lives are forever altered. Preserved by Eastwood's lens from Memory Lane Prints, this snapshot freezes time and invites us to reflect upon our industrial past while honoring those who dedicated their lives within these walls.
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