Reference
Z993
Title
Papers of the Prior Family and the Hubbins Family of Leighton Buzzard
Date free text
1871-1951
Production date
From: 1871 To: 1951
Admin/biog history
James Willson was born at Gamlingay, Cambridge, in 1830. The shoe retailing business of James Willson at Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, was in existence in 1861 with an address at the Corn Market. By 1864 the business had moved to Lake Street, and by 1869 to 39 High Street
The records of the Prior family come from the connection of Hannah Prior, who was born Hannah Willson.
The Hubbins family became involved in the business James Willson Boot & Shoe Retailer, upon the death of Mrs E E Miles, the former proprietor [see Z 993/2/3].
Archival history
Records deposited by Mr David Hubbins of Colchester.
Level of description
fonds
Persons/institution keyword
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