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Millstone and Farm Implements

Mr Milton Nicholls, a St Erth carpenter and undertaker, pictured at his carpenter's shop with his father's bicycle. As can be seen, this c. 1900 machine had solid tyres and a brake which engaged with the outside of the front wheel, an extremely…

the crew of 17 were saved by the coverack lifeboat but the boat was total loss

Play at Minack Theatre, possibly Shakespearian, with audience.
Note grass stage

Two men acting in play at Minack Theatre, Porthcurno, possibly Shakespeare. Another dressed as monk behind and two women in background.
Note grass stage
Note grass stage

Concrete work done by Miss Cade & helper Billy Rawlings 1950-1953

Logan Rock in background

COLOUR PHOTO

Mine Wheal Martyn Museum

Mine Wheal Martyn Water Wheel, crank and flat rod.

Mine Carclase

Mine Cornish Engine. Cooks Kitchen shaft with steam pressure gauge connected to upper cylinder.