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1965-1974

The Society > Chronology

1965

Norah Dane, a teacher, was elected chairman. She was the daughter of the first Mayor of Ilford, Alderman F.H. Dane.

1967

Fire destroyed Barking Central Library in Ripple Road. The Society had met there since World War II. Abbey Hall, Axe Street, provided a temporary meeting place.

1970

Norah Dane resigned as chairman.

1971

Madge Carter elected chairman.

1974 October

Opening of new central library – Society began to meet in its lecture theatre.

 
 
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