March 14th 2012
Oh dear where did the time go, it was October when I last updated but so much has happened since then especially just before our 'Hardy' day and finding the clans in Canada and New Zealand. A big get together will take place on Vancouver Island in August 2012. I suppose it's somewhat selfish of Mark , Mandy and myself to keep this between ourselves when there are so many other members of the family equally related to Barb and Tina's families. We have been doing a lot of pushing on their family history lines and have extended back on the non Hardy sides a fair way. It was always my intention that other family member may want to take part on this site. The forum page remains unused I note so no interest there then.
Hardy Day itself was generally received as a great success animating some of the past history with time line notes and geographic presence. Perhaps assembly a presentation for the forthcoming trip may focus efforts again, there remain terrific tasks such as putting names to the many family photos now all the known UK collections have all been scanned. Lots of the early shots predate emmigration thus should apply to everyone in touch. If anyone else would like to join the get together in Vancouver and be put in touch with Barb and Tina's sides and they have several generations of age groups then let us know, they are both on Skype and true to form love a good natter.
Oh dear where did the time go, it was October when I last updated but so much has happened since then especially just before our 'Hardy' day and finding the clans in Canada and New Zealand. A big get together will take place on Vancouver Island in August 2012. I suppose it's somewhat selfish of Mark , Mandy and myself to keep this between ourselves when there are so many other members of the family equally related to Barb and Tina's families. We have been doing a lot of pushing on their family history lines and have extended back on the non Hardy sides a fair way. It was always my intention that other family member may want to take part on this site. The forum page remains unused I note so no interest there then.
Hardy Day itself was generally received as a great success animating some of the past history with time line notes and geographic presence. Perhaps assembly a presentation for the forthcoming trip may focus efforts again, there remain terrific tasks such as putting names to the many family photos now all the known UK collections have all been scanned. Lots of the early shots predate emmigration thus should apply to everyone in touch. If anyone else would like to join the get together in Vancouver and be put in touch with Barb and Tina's sides and they have several generations of age groups then let us know, they are both on Skype and true to form love a good natter.
LATEST NEWS
October 27th. By tonight all 4 parts of the Hardy day film will be on YoutubeOctober 24th Hardy Day images being added to the Hardy Day page, please send images for inclusion, Trish rang to thank us for the day and we have another member of the clan due to Jeannie and Tony Colclough in California, congratulations.
October 21st, lots of last minute panics but we got over them one by one and won't bore you with the details however if you go to the Hardy Day page on this site I've put on some photos taken at Southern Cemetery today.
HARDY DAY IMPORTANT October 20th spent a lot of time and hard work tidying up at Southern Cem this afternoon, main news is that Hardy Lane is closed due to Metrolink extension works, the pick up is NOW AT NELL LANE back of the cemetary, end of M56 second set of light turn left and the lay by is on your right, this is where we would finish the rour and saves a drive back to Hardy Lane.I've laid out all but 2 of the grave markers, ran out of time and I'd transposed a couple of numbers which meant I couldn't find the grave, will finish off tomorrow.
October 13th phew just missed Friday 13th by a day, anyway who is superstitious there days. Our last seat on the Hardy day bus has been given to our great friend Sue who is helping with some of the arrangements. Nearly all the pre planning is done and for those in the know I even found an early picture of Mayo Lodge. Todays shots of Bristol St and more of Silk St for those who can't come, a little bird tells me that some who are coming have been doing theirt homework on Google Earth etc, don't spoil it all too much!!!
October 12th it's actually been quite busy, just one seat left on the Hardy Day trip. I received the last photos I needed from Manchester library today ( at great cost in payments, fuel and time). I also finished copying the Southern Cemetery map for the Hardy memorial hunt on the Saturday.Refreshments will be taken after the trip at the Horse and Jockey in Chorlton-cum-Hardy.
October 6th, Gill is doing well and is home after her operation wishing her well.
2 seats have become free on the Hardy Day trip, first come on this if anyone wants to ring to reserve a seat or two, lots of interesting material now ready for what promises to be an interesting and educational day.
From both New Zealand and Canada additions to bring the Hardy tree up to date with some lovely people in opposite sides of the glode all 1st or 2nd cousins.
October 4th, well next time we start planning a Hardy Family history day it may be a global affair. We have now made contact not only with Denise and her mother and family but also first contacts with more of the Hardy clan in New Zealand. I rather hope Denise might add a Canadian section to the site, I knew it was a good idea but now it will prove it's worth keeping everybody in touch and introducing family to each other and so much more pleasant than Facebook.
September 30, Our thoughts are with Gill today and for a speedy recovery. Mandy went up to Manchester to get copiesd of pictures for Hardy Day only to finf the library shut and the city centre under a ring of steel for the con party knees up, we were also going to do the dry run for timings in the morning, best laid plans and all that.
September 28th Helen reminds us it would have been Bernie Ashmore's 60th birthday this Friday
September 27th contact made with Hardy family members in Canada, yes a whole related clan out in Vancouver area and we have only just discovered each other, lots more to come on this, Hardy day all seats now booked. A slide show with photos of locations on Hardy Day page.
September 22nd a souting mission to Salford,lots of phoyos taken which i'll try and get on tomorrow, the Hardy day is really starting to feel real now especially having stood in what remains of the early 19th century streets they lived and worked in.
September 19th phew at last all of Trish's photos are scanned and trimmed up, it will be interesting putting all the collections together in sequence. A lot of Hardy day maps, plans and photos now copied ready for the day.
September 16th the leaflet for Hardy Day is now copied x 16, just a few of Trish's photos to scan. I'm working on the Southerm Cem trail markers.
September 15th a busy day for both Dave and Mandy, Mandy went to Salford museum and Dave covered some of the Chorlton addresses ( and Southern Cem), both for the Hardy Family Day. Scanning the last album of Thrish's photos.
September 7th. The coach for the Hardy day has been sourced from ABC coaches in Salford, smart minicoach with PA on board. This sets the cost at circa £25 per person for the day ( even that is below break even). There are a few seats left if you are interested book now please.
September 4th. A lot of work in many directions, The Hardy Day will take place, spaces are now limited on the bus, a bit of a shock with the quotes but i'll get it down as low as possible. Mandy is consulting with salford library about the visit to view relevent material. The leaflet is nearly ready. Itinerary to sort.
August 26th I've added material from Trish Hardy's files, I need to add details of the photos but this shows what is available and allows family members to dig deeper into interesting lives, lots of detail on Dudley Hardy's beekeeping
August 22nd 7 confirmed bookings for the Hardy Day so it looks like it's on go. I need to really focus on getting the route sorted, means of transport etc. I hope to do another batch of Trish's photos this week.
August 18th The first of Trish Galloway's family photos are now all trimmed and filed although I need to add info where know to image description. A random sample uploaded today so take a look, some quality shots. Dudley Hardy was interested in many things , a renowned bee keeper amongst many endeavours.
August 16th 2011 Mandy has collected a few more photos from Trish and first bookings for Hardy day are arriving. I've been making arrangements in more detail such as visiting the cathedral to work around services and opening times.
August 15th 2011 Totting up verbal promises there are at present 10 people for the Hardy family day.
August 10th 2011
Mandy has picked up the family photos from Trish, these cover her mum and dad and good coverage of the marriage including attendees etc at wedding. Lots on Dudleys bee keeping, newspaper cuttings, medals and memorabilia plus various medals and awards. Also nice family album in which Wales and Coventry all get their fair share. No 'old' family material - assume there is some must ask Trish after we get these copied and scanned.
August 7th 2011
I've added a lot to my expanded biography on the Dave Spencer website http://www.weebly.com/weebly/main.php
Reference Hardy Day in October, I'm seriously thinking of scrapping it as not one firm expression of interest has been shown
Trisha has found yet more family photos which we hope to bring you soon.
July 24th 2011. Trish Galloway has started to sort out her side of the Hardy photo files which will complete the quartet of siblings. Some interesting material as plenty which are not already scanned through the other collections- I'm sure we all look forward to these.
Mandy Spencer has printed off a number of Hardy Day booking forms for distribution to those not able to access this site, although there are a few verbal promises not one form has been returned so we are feeling a littl;e wobbly about laying out expenses.
Mark Ashmore has got hold of James Murphy's birth cert which gives his mothers maiden name as Shanly ( very Irish as expected). George her husband is listed as Cabinet Weaver which ties in with other entries except later when he comes up as architect, a mid life career move perhaps!
June 2nd. I went to Southern Cem today and tended the main Hardy and Hastings sites. All in good order and the bench is back in place for the moment at least as the council seems to be getting rid of them on the pretext that it encourages 'stalkers'. The contract gardeners have sprayed weed killer over the grass but managed to avoid the main weed growth. it was hot and sticky but looks good for the work done.
May 15th 2011, all Mark Ashmore's Hardy family photos have been scanned with some already on the photo page.
We are asking £5 deposit for the Hardy family history day in October- it kicks off at 10am at Hardy Lane, Chorlton-cum-Hardy.I've added a booking form today.
October 21st, lots of last minute panics but we got over them one by one and won't bore you with the details however if you go to the Hardy Day page on this site I've put on some photos taken at Southern Cemetery today.
HARDY DAY IMPORTANT October 20th spent a lot of time and hard work tidying up at Southern Cem this afternoon, main news is that Hardy Lane is closed due to Metrolink extension works, the pick up is NOW AT NELL LANE back of the cemetary, end of M56 second set of light turn left and the lay by is on your right, this is where we would finish the rour and saves a drive back to Hardy Lane.I've laid out all but 2 of the grave markers, ran out of time and I'd transposed a couple of numbers which meant I couldn't find the grave, will finish off tomorrow.
October 13th phew just missed Friday 13th by a day, anyway who is superstitious there days. Our last seat on the Hardy day bus has been given to our great friend Sue who is helping with some of the arrangements. Nearly all the pre planning is done and for those in the know I even found an early picture of Mayo Lodge. Todays shots of Bristol St and more of Silk St for those who can't come, a little bird tells me that some who are coming have been doing theirt homework on Google Earth etc, don't spoil it all too much!!!
October 12th it's actually been quite busy, just one seat left on the Hardy Day trip. I received the last photos I needed from Manchester library today ( at great cost in payments, fuel and time). I also finished copying the Southern Cemetery map for the Hardy memorial hunt on the Saturday.Refreshments will be taken after the trip at the Horse and Jockey in Chorlton-cum-Hardy.
October 6th, Gill is doing well and is home after her operation wishing her well.
2 seats have become free on the Hardy Day trip, first come on this if anyone wants to ring to reserve a seat or two, lots of interesting material now ready for what promises to be an interesting and educational day.
From both New Zealand and Canada additions to bring the Hardy tree up to date with some lovely people in opposite sides of the glode all 1st or 2nd cousins.
October 4th, well next time we start planning a Hardy Family history day it may be a global affair. We have now made contact not only with Denise and her mother and family but also first contacts with more of the Hardy clan in New Zealand. I rather hope Denise might add a Canadian section to the site, I knew it was a good idea but now it will prove it's worth keeping everybody in touch and introducing family to each other and so much more pleasant than Facebook.
September 30, Our thoughts are with Gill today and for a speedy recovery. Mandy went up to Manchester to get copiesd of pictures for Hardy Day only to finf the library shut and the city centre under a ring of steel for the con party knees up, we were also going to do the dry run for timings in the morning, best laid plans and all that.
September 28th Helen reminds us it would have been Bernie Ashmore's 60th birthday this Friday
September 27th contact made with Hardy family members in Canada, yes a whole related clan out in Vancouver area and we have only just discovered each other, lots more to come on this, Hardy day all seats now booked. A slide show with photos of locations on Hardy Day page.
September 22nd a souting mission to Salford,lots of phoyos taken which i'll try and get on tomorrow, the Hardy day is really starting to feel real now especially having stood in what remains of the early 19th century streets they lived and worked in.
September 19th phew at last all of Trish's photos are scanned and trimmed up, it will be interesting putting all the collections together in sequence. A lot of Hardy day maps, plans and photos now copied ready for the day.
September 16th the leaflet for Hardy Day is now copied x 16, just a few of Trish's photos to scan. I'm working on the Southerm Cem trail markers.
September 15th a busy day for both Dave and Mandy, Mandy went to Salford museum and Dave covered some of the Chorlton addresses ( and Southern Cem), both for the Hardy Family Day. Scanning the last album of Thrish's photos.
September 7th. The coach for the Hardy day has been sourced from ABC coaches in Salford, smart minicoach with PA on board. This sets the cost at circa £25 per person for the day ( even that is below break even). There are a few seats left if you are interested book now please.
September 4th. A lot of work in many directions, The Hardy Day will take place, spaces are now limited on the bus, a bit of a shock with the quotes but i'll get it down as low as possible. Mandy is consulting with salford library about the visit to view relevent material. The leaflet is nearly ready. Itinerary to sort.
August 26th I've added material from Trish Hardy's files, I need to add details of the photos but this shows what is available and allows family members to dig deeper into interesting lives, lots of detail on Dudley Hardy's beekeeping
August 22nd 7 confirmed bookings for the Hardy Day so it looks like it's on go. I need to really focus on getting the route sorted, means of transport etc. I hope to do another batch of Trish's photos this week.
August 18th The first of Trish Galloway's family photos are now all trimmed and filed although I need to add info where know to image description. A random sample uploaded today so take a look, some quality shots. Dudley Hardy was interested in many things , a renowned bee keeper amongst many endeavours.
August 16th 2011 Mandy has collected a few more photos from Trish and first bookings for Hardy day are arriving. I've been making arrangements in more detail such as visiting the cathedral to work around services and opening times.
August 15th 2011 Totting up verbal promises there are at present 10 people for the Hardy family day.
August 10th 2011
Mandy has picked up the family photos from Trish, these cover her mum and dad and good coverage of the marriage including attendees etc at wedding. Lots on Dudleys bee keeping, newspaper cuttings, medals and memorabilia plus various medals and awards. Also nice family album in which Wales and Coventry all get their fair share. No 'old' family material - assume there is some must ask Trish after we get these copied and scanned.
August 7th 2011
I've added a lot to my expanded biography on the Dave Spencer website http://www.weebly.com/weebly/main.php
Reference Hardy Day in October, I'm seriously thinking of scrapping it as not one firm expression of interest has been shown
Trisha has found yet more family photos which we hope to bring you soon.
July 24th 2011. Trish Galloway has started to sort out her side of the Hardy photo files which will complete the quartet of siblings. Some interesting material as plenty which are not already scanned through the other collections- I'm sure we all look forward to these.
Mandy Spencer has printed off a number of Hardy Day booking forms for distribution to those not able to access this site, although there are a few verbal promises not one form has been returned so we are feeling a littl;e wobbly about laying out expenses.
Mark Ashmore has got hold of James Murphy's birth cert which gives his mothers maiden name as Shanly ( very Irish as expected). George her husband is listed as Cabinet Weaver which ties in with other entries except later when he comes up as architect, a mid life career move perhaps!
June 2nd. I went to Southern Cem today and tended the main Hardy and Hastings sites. All in good order and the bench is back in place for the moment at least as the council seems to be getting rid of them on the pretext that it encourages 'stalkers'. The contract gardeners have sprayed weed killer over the grass but managed to avoid the main weed growth. it was hot and sticky but looks good for the work done.
May 15th 2011, all Mark Ashmore's Hardy family photos have been scanned with some already on the photo page.
We are asking £5 deposit for the Hardy family history day in October- it kicks off at 10am at Hardy Lane, Chorlton-cum-Hardy.I've added a booking form today.
WE WERE THE YOUNG ONES
Looking back to the 1930s when independence of spirit was a luxury the Hardy's could afford
THE WELL WASH LAUNDRY BEAUMARIS, ANGLESEY
WHY SLAVE AT THE TUB
UNTIL YOU ARE GREY
WHEN YOU CAN SEND TO THE WELL WASH
AND STAY YOUNG AND GAY
Y FFYNNON GOLCHI BEAUMARIS LAUNDRY,
YNYS MÔNPAM gaethweision YN Y twbYDYCH YN NES LLWYDPRYD ALLWCH CHI ANFON AT Y DDA GOLCHIA AROS IFANC A'R GAY
This short feature on Cecil and Amy Hardy's Beaumaris based business and their carnival entries is designed to provoke memories of the laundry, so please send in your comments.
Mae hyn yn nodwedd byr ar fusnes Cecil a Amy Hardy's Biwmares seiliedig ac mae eu ceisiadau carnifal wedi'i chynllunio i ysgogi atgofion am y golchdy, felly dylech anfon eich sylwadau.
Mae hyn yn nodwedd byr ar fusnes Cecil a Amy Hardy's Biwmares seiliedig ac mae eu ceisiadau carnifal wedi'i chynllunio i ysgogi atgofion am y golchdy, felly dylech anfon eich sylwadau.
The Hastings Family 1899
one of several small sketches and paintings from the family archive held by Dave and Mandy at Lower Peover. If you have material to submit get in touch soon.
Berta Hardy
I have edited the whole of Mark Ashmore's and Peter Hardy's family files.
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So the promised weddding of the year, Berta in her Bridesmaid gear to the left.
1920- Birkdale, Lancashire. Vera Evelyne Hardy daughter of Arthur Alexis ( moneybags) Hardy marries Gilbert Benedict Hastings son of Patrick ( call me rich) Hastings. Berta was one of several bridesmaids. The reception was a grand knees up . Ernest Rudolph Hardy was a bit seven sheets to the wind. At least this focuses several photos on one event. Please feel free to try and identify people in the pictures.
My next photo feature will be the well wash Laundry in Beaumaris
Please click an advert or two each visit, costs you nothing but helps pay for the site.
So the promised weddding of the year, Berta in her Bridesmaid gear to the left.
1920- Birkdale, Lancashire. Vera Evelyne Hardy daughter of Arthur Alexis ( moneybags) Hardy marries Gilbert Benedict Hastings son of Patrick ( call me rich) Hastings. Berta was one of several bridesmaids. The reception was a grand knees up . Ernest Rudolph Hardy was a bit seven sheets to the wind. At least this focuses several photos on one event. Please feel free to try and identify people in the pictures.
My next photo feature will be the well wash Laundry in Beaumaris
A Smudge On My Lens by Dave Spencer- An Autobiography
http://www.troubador.co.uk/book_info.asp?bookid=631
by Dave Spencer
Published: Sept 2008
An adopted post war baby boomer from a Sussex council estate, reminders of the conflict littered the 50’s landscape. Nature was still bountiful but the landed gentry were selling our heritage before conservation had teeth. This was the first television generation: weaned on the Flower Pot Men, Dave Spencer grows up in an increasingly commercial and libertarian society which explodes into the colourful sixties. Ill at ease amongst former public school boys, a lurch to the left sees the author struggling with the antics of gas board apprentices followed by fun in the stock room as a trainee retail manager. Set against popular music and current events of the era a rude awakening comes in the shape of a wily Glaswegian con man. A confrontation with the law and a taste of life on the road leads to a ferry across the Mersey and a hippy hike from Cornwall to Manchester. A final fling in Sussex comes as a long haired milkman in a story which mixes religion, drugs, politics and passion.
From idealist to opportunist the author encounters characters from the IRA to the Jewish rag trade. It’s not all a barrel of laughs but with a wry sense of humour and optimism life is never dull. One minute a member of Britain’s nuclear defence forces and the next fighting for a woman’s right to order a pint of ale. The alternative society of 70’s Manchester saw radical political and social changes embraced with the author’s usual enthusiasm.
Settling down to a conventional lifestyle didn’t stop wanderlust, resuming interest in hobbies Dave emerges as one of the world’s most travelled transport photographers with his video camera aimed at some unlikely corners of a bewildered planet. The kindness of strangers often restores faith in mankind and some of the characters we meet are strange indeed.
ISBN: 978-1906510-787
