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Fire Service

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Dunston Fire Brigade-(Circa1904) in Beresford Street, Dunston. This was an unofficial fire service started by Jimmmy Goulburn
The officer in charge was Mr Jimmy Goulbourn (sitting on the waggon).



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my father in law hugh kelly melvin apparently was cross country champion in gateshead area in 1930s
can anyone confirm this.he was one of 10/11 children and i notice that a miss melvin was a school teacher.any connection?would appreciate any help as coming to the area in half term to try and find more.
regards,
pauline.

Posted by: pauline melvin at February 3, 2007 7:49 PM

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