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Interview
1251, AT/03
Arqueotex Project Collection

Speaker: Anon., - 0, Interviewee, , Hosiery worker
Speaker: Murray, R, Interviewer, Female

Summary of interview item: Talks about work at Nicholls and Wileman [Earl Shilton, Leicestershire?] as counterman, then dyeing. Describes work flow problems, computerised system, stock taking. Mentions Christmas celebrations, outings in 1950s, trip to FA Cup Final, sports, courting. Reflects on changes in living standards, comments on changes in piece work and outwork. Brief mention of wages as apprentice.
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Location: County: Leicestershire
Location: Town/Place: Barwell, Earl Shilton
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Recording Date: 28/10/1997
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Access Restrictions: Restricted Item Copyright: ERDF Cult Herit Proj & N.Warwick & Hink College
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Transcription: No
Copies: Yes
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