Commonwealth Day Maypole dancing Newburn Infants. Empire Day was 24th May and in 1958 became Commonwealth Day although for many years the day was still celebrated with flags, maypole dancing, patriotism and a half day holiday.
In 1977 the celebration was moved to March and gradually had become a celebration of diversity.
Date (of image) : 0/5/1959
Donor : Hartlepool museum service
Creator : NDM
Location
This school opened in 1893. Kelly's Directory of 1906 states it was built for 306 boys and girls and 308 infants. Average attendance at the time was 502.
After closure in 1962 when housing around was cleared, the building became The Bridge Youth Centre which was closed and demolished in 2007
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