Changing Faces Series The changing faces of Jericho, Book One

Type

Book

Authors

Julie Kennedy ( Kennedy, Julie )

ISBN 10

1899536140

ISBN 13

9781899536146

Tags

Oxfordshire, Oxford, Jericho, Oxford University Press, Oxford Canal, Jericho Iron and Brass Foundry, St. Barnabas Church, Photographs, Employment, Religion, Education, Recreation, Leisure, People, Families

Series Name

Changing Faces Series

Abstract

Jericho was built in the 19th century on land that was largely uninhabited. Its rapid expansion was due largely to the construction of the new Oxford University Press building and the Jericho Iron and Brass Foundry, coupled with the close proximity of the Oxford Canal. It has also been the home for other well-known local firms: Johnson's, Stephenson's and Hinkins & Frewin.
The building of St. Barnabas Church formed a nucleus for the fledgling community and most of the social activities were based around the church. Many of its original buildings survive intact. This book has been compiled with the help of past and present residents.

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