In 1830, the Manchester and Liverpool railway opened.
In 1966, the Royal Navy's first nuclear submarine was launched at Barrow.
In 1998, the hand-written lyrics of Hey Jude were auctioned for £100,000.
25 Years Ago
From the Telegraph & Argus of September 15, 1981...Three Social Democratic star turns will appear at the Bradford session of the new party's rolling conference next month. Shirley Williams will launch the two-day assembly and Stockton MP William Rogers and former EEC president Roy Jenkins will discuss regional policy and housing.
50 Years Ago
From the Telegraph & Argus of September 15, 1956...The Schofield sisters, of Tyersal Walk, Christine and Patricia, were married in a double ceremony at All Saints Church, Little Horton, Bradford. Christine married Terence Amys and Patricia married David Birch.
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