dunsbyowl1867 Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 IT HAPPENED ON THIS DAY January 1 1 January 1850 Tolls first taken on the Sheffield and Tinsley turnpike road at the Twelve o'clock tollgate. Jan 1st 1869 Opening of Tinsley Station on the Rotherham branch of the Manchester, Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway. Jan 1st 1947 "Vesting Day" Britain's coal industry is nationalised under the Atlee government. 1st January 1950 Anthony William Currie born in Edgware. Made 313 appearances and scored 54 goals for Sheffield United January 2 January 2 1615 A survey of the town of Sheffield found that 'there are in the town 2207 people of which there are 725 which are not able to live without the charity of their neighbours. These are the begging poor' January 3 Jan 3rd 1974. Sheffield settles down to a three-day week. January 5 Jan 5 1951 Fire destroys Ecclesfield WMC January 6 January 6 1941 King George VI and Queen Elizabeth visited a blitz torn Sheffield 6 January 1986 Alex Turner, Vocalist with Artic Monkeys born Sheffield January 8 8th January 1872 Newhall School commenced temporary accomodation Primitive Methodist Sunday School Room, Paget Street. 81 on first morning. Teacher Miss E. Waterfall. 8 January 1940 Hendersons (Sheffield) Limited Incorporated as a Limited Company. The relish company! January 8 1991 Steve Clark, former guitarist with Def Leppard died. January 10 10 January 1966 Hannah Smith, Britain's oldest woman at the date of her death died in Woodhouse. She had become the oldest woman when she reached 109 and died at the age of 110 and 3 days having been born in 1856!! 10 January 1966. Sheffield Morning Telegraph title used for last time before the paper became Morning Telegraph. January 12 12 January 1891The first derby match held at Brammall Lane. Before a crowd of approximately 14,000 goal by Watson, Howell and Cader give United a 3-2 victory. Ingram and Brandon replied for Wednesday. January 17 17 January 1967 Richard Hawley, musician and singer born Sheffield. January 21 21 January 1802 On this day the town was visited by a dreadful storm of wind, during which, the slates were torn from the roofs, and scattered through the streets with such violence that it was perilous to pass them. A stack of chimneys in St. James' Street, fell through the roof of an adjoining house, and overwhelmed a bed from which four persons had just risen. A sheet of lead,was precipitated from the flat roof of the Tontine, into the yard, immediately after the Doncaster mail coach had set out, and upon the very spot where it had stood. Many chimney pipes were destroyed, casements blown out, signs carried off, and decayed buildings shaken to pieces. A child was crushed to death at Sheffield-moor, by a falling wall. Two trees by the river side, near the Nursery, were torn up by the roots, and laid across the road. In the Wicker, three high chimneys at Mr. Dixon's silver refinery were laid to the ground. January 22 22nd Jan 1890 National Telephone Company establishes direct communication between Sheffield and London. January 24 24th January 1873 Newhall School opened and new rooms ready for occupation. 24th January 1890 Mr Hoffman inspects the portion of the Parish Churchyard asked to be thrown into Church Street by the Corporation. (The work begins 23rd October 1890). January 26 26 January 1944 Marti Caine - Actress, dancer, presenter, singer, writer - and the foremost UK female comedian of her generation. born Lynne Denise Shepherd. January 27 Jan 27th 1928 New department of Shiregreen Council School opened. January 28 28 January 1986 World champion athlete Jessica Ennis born Sheffield. January 29 Jan 29th 1869 Fatal fight between two boys at the Atlas Works. Verdict on the dead boy: death from natural causes, accelerated by excitement. 29th January 1937 Ambrose Langley , Sheffield Wednesday footballer and later manager of Hull City, died Sheffield. January 30 Jan 30th 1974 Sheffield’s John Warhurst wins gold medal in 20-mile walk at Commonwealth Games. January 31 31 January 1849 A dumb peal rung on the parish Church bells Sheffield, on the demise of the Corn Laws. 31 January 1914 Sheffield United beat Bradford Park Avenue in the FA Cup 3-1. 31 January 1925 Sheffield Wednesday lose to United 2-3 in the FA Cup at BL 31 January 1971 Death of famous ex-Empire Theatre manager, John Spitzer, aged 44, after collapsing in his room at the Grand Hotel. February 1 February 1 1868 Wednesday play their first competitive match in the Cromwell Cup Feb 1st 1870 Opening of the new railway from Sheffield to Chesterfield, and the new Midland Station at Sheffield. The main line of the Midland henceforth runs through Sheffield. February 2 February 2 1587 Mary Queen of Scots executed at Fotheringay Castle 2nd February 1890 Death, at Grenoside, of Mr J Swift from alleged bite in the thumb, aged 50. Feb 2nd 1974 Sheffield’s David Leigh wins gold medal in 100 metres breast stroke at Commonwealth Games. February 6 6 February 1783 Joseph Hunter, antiquarian, was born on 6 February 1783 in Sheffield, the son of a cutler. Educated at Attercliffe, he later studied theology at New College in York, becoming a Unitarian Minister in Bath in 1809. He never again lived in South Yorkshire though often returned in the course of his researches into the area. Feb 6th 1928 For loitering in Norton Cemetery to steal flowers, David Smithson was sent to prison for a month. 6 February 1939 John Fantham born Sheffield. Wednesday's record post war goal scorer with 167 goals. 6 February 1941 Dave Berry born in Woodhouse. Real name David Holgate Grundy. February 7 Feb 7th 1870. The disgraced trades union leader William Broadhead is back in Sheffield �"he has found himself unwanted in America. February 14 14 February 1828 A meeting was held at the Cutlers Hall to discuss the founding of a recognised medical school. 14 February 1953 Derek Dooley breaks his leg in a match against Preston at Deepdale. Complications lead to an amputation. February 15 15 February 1868 Wednesday win the Cromwell Cup by beating the Garrick Club 1-0 at Brammall Lane. February 19 19th February 1890 The Water Committee of the Corporation, with scientific experts, hold an enquiry into lead poisoning. They suggest the use of chalk as a remedy. February 20 20th February 1890 Sandow "the modern Sampson" visits Sheffield. February 21 Feb 21st 1871 Death of Samuel Harrison, proprietor of the Sheffield Times, aged 44. February 22 22 February 1819 A reputed 60,000 Sheffielders attend the opening of the 'Sheffield and Tinsley' canal 22 February 1928 First hat trick in a Sheffield derby match. Harry Johnson's three goals help United to a 4-1 5th round FA Cup replay victory. February 24 Feb 24th 1928 New tramway track along Prince of Wales Road, Darnall, opened by the Lord Mayor. February 25 25 February 1876 Chales Peace Executed in Armley prison. 25th February 1890 High death rate in Sheffield. Epidemic of Russian Influenza commences. February 26 Mary Bright, daughter of Thomas Bright of Carbrook Hall, married Charles Watson-Wentworth, 2nd Marquess of Rockingham of Wentworth Woodhouse. He would serve as Prime Minister twice. February 28 Godfrey Sykes b.Malton 1824 d. London 28 Feb 1866. Designer and painter. apprenticed to the Sheffield engraver James Bell he trained at the Sheffield School of Art from 1843 and taught there from 1857. March 1 1st March 1872 Small pox epidemic in Attercliffe, 3 children die - reported in Newhall School log. March 5 5 March 2008 Derek Dooley MBE dies in Sheffield. March 6 March 6th 1869. Attempt to blow up house of Joe Martin, a saw handle-maker, of Broad Lane. Later, on April 3rd, his cousin, also called Joe Martin, tried at Leeds Assizes, and sentenced to 14 years’ penal servitude.. March 8 8th March 1890 Death of Mr A J Williams, Victoria Station bookstall, aged 51. March 10 10th March 1870 Ambrose Langley , Sheffield Wednesday footballer and later manager of Hull City, born Horncastle, Lincolnshire 10 March 1916 The Sheffield City Battalion embarked on HMT Briton from Port Said to Marseilles. March 12 March 12 1864 The Dale Dyke Dam burst and resulted in the worst disaster in Victorian England. 4,000 homes were flooded and approximately 250 people lost their lives. (Night of 11th/early hours of 12th) March 15 15 March 1878 Death of the notorious William Broadhead, aged 63. March 18 18 March 1939 Ron Atkinson born March 22 March 22 1889 Sheffield United Football Club formed. 22nd March 1912 Coal Strike causes great distress and at Newhall School 300 starving children receive free breakfasts and 150 free dinners. March 23 23 March 1861 First burial in Burngreave cemetary Entry burial date: 23 Mar 1861 name: Oscar Brookes description: Son purchaser: Richard Page Brookes purchaser_addr: Bailey St burial type: dissenter RIP March 25 25th March 1865 Fire at Surrey Music Hall, West Bar - Building gutted; ruins remained until 1880. March 26 March 26th 1869. Opening of Primitive Methodist Chapel, Petre Street. March 28 28 March 1914 Alexandra Theatre closed. March 29 29th March 1890 English Football Association Challenge Cup : Blackburn Rovers defeat Sheffield Wednesday in the final tie by six goals to one. March 31 March 31st 1869 Mr Charles Dickens’s farewell reading at the Music Hall. March 31 1931 Thomas Firth & Sons Ltd and John Brown & Co Ltd merged to form Firth Brown and Co. Limited. April 2 April 2 1936 Sheffield Girl Guides bought Whiteley Wood Hall 2 April 1982 The new Chapeltown Railway Station was opened. April 3 April 3 1909 Wednesday beat Manchester United 2-0 at Hillsborough, goals by Bradshaw, before a crowd of 10,000. April 3 1993 Sheffield takes over Wembley ! A crowd of 75,364, mostly Sheffielders, watch Wednesday beat United in the FA Cup semi-final. Goals by Waddle and Bright give Wednesday a 2-1 win. Cork replied for United April 4 April 4 1905 The famous John Philip Sousa's band gives matinee concert at Sheffield Theatre Royal. 4 April 1916 First casualty of the Sheffeld Battalion, Pte.Alex McKenzie was killed by a Rifle Grenade. April 5 April 5 1904 Opening of the new premises of the York City and County Banking Company, Market Place. April 5 1905 Lord Mayor opens the Sheffield Corporation Crematorium at City Road. April 5 1928 Death of Roy Kilner, famous Yorkshire cricketer. April 5 1930 Walter Millership's Leaague debut for Wednesday April 6 April 6 1896 Sheffield United 8 Bury 0, half-time 1-0, Goals from Harry Hammond 4, Egan 3 and Cain. April 6 1907 Opening of Tinsley Council School. April 7 April 7 1781 Sir Francis Chantry born in Jordanthopre April 7 1906 The working week of Sheffield men in the engineering trade reduced from 54 to 53 hours without diminution of pay April 7 1921 Sheffield united wing-half and hardman Harold Pantling begins a one-month suspension after being sent off in a match at Bolton on March 19th, He "did" the lgendary Joe Smith! April 9 April 9 1890 Workhouse Drink Reform League urges economy in the use of stimulants. April 9 1907 An outbreak of scarlet fever at Millhouses, supposed to be due to milk. April 9 1922 Bishop Gerald Moverley -First RC Bishop of the Diocese of Hallam from 30 May 1980 until July 1996. He had been a priest for 50 years and a bishop for almost 29 years. April 10 April 10 1907 An Attercliffe woman named Charlotte Ann Vickers smashes a window with her fist, and cuts her arm so badly that she bleeds to death. April 12 12/4/1932 Southy Green Council School opened. http://www.picturesheffield.com/cgi-bin/pi...ff.refno=c00030 April 13 13 April 1918 Death of Captain Vivian Sumner Simpson MC, 12th Bn Y&L former Sheffield Wednesday inside forward. April 14 14 April 1792 Spence Broughton hanged at York 14 April 1937 Ryegate, the new annexe of the Children's Hospital, was formally opened April 15 April 15 1899 Sheffield United win the FA Cup for the first time beating Derby 4-1 at Crystal Palce. Goals by Bennett, Beer, Almond and Priest. 15th April 1890 George Revitt, Queen Hotel, Stannington, for torturing pigeons, fined 25s. April 15 1989 The 'Hillsborough Disaster'. 96 Liverpool fans lost their lives during a FA Semi Final. RIP. April 16 16 April 1792 Spence Broughton's body hung in a gibbet on Attercliffe Common. Reputedly 40,000 people visited the site on the first day and the body remained there for another 36 years. 16 April 1937 The rebuilt and enlarged Weston Park Museum was formally opened by Sir Phillip Sassoon. Under Secretary of State for Air. 16 April 1939 Pensioners marched through Sheffield to a mass meeting at Burngreave demanding higher pensions. April 17 17 April 1931 Jimmy Seed of Sheffield Wednesday, appointed manager of Clapton Orient at a salary of £12 per week. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimmy_Seed 17 April 1971 Marc Bolan and T. Rex appeared at Sheffield City Hall. http://www.geocities.com/sunsetstrip/studio/4730/rockon.htm 17 April 1959 Stephen Singleton, founder member of Vice Versa and ABC born http://www.sheffieldhistory.co.uk/forums/i...hp?showtopic=56 17 April 1980 Genesis played at Sheffield City Hall April 18 18 April 1896 Wednesday win the FA Cup for the first time by beating Wolves 2-1 at Crystal Palace. Both goals by Spikesy. April 19 April 19 1902 Sheffield United draw 1-1 with Southampton in the FA Cup Final. Goal by Common forcing a replay on the 26th. April 19 1926 Wednesday sack two players, Chapman and Carr, for talking to the Press! 19 April 1954 Trevor Francis born April 20 20 April 1902 Ernest Blenkinsop, Wednesday player, made 393 appearance and scored 5 goals. Won 26 England Caps also captained England. Born Cudworth 20 April 1907 Wednesday win the FA Cup for the second time by beating Everton. Goals by Stewart & Simpson. 20 April 1974 Wednesday lose 8-0 to a newly promoted Middlesborough at Ayresome Park. A young Souness scores a hat trick. Wednesday fans quickly tire of "After Eight" jokes in the coming days. April 21 21st April 1890 Primitive Methodist Chapel, Walkley : Memorial stones laid. April 21st 1916. Alf Martin, sports editor of the Sheffield Daily Telegraph, was elected national vice-president of the National Union of Journalists. At the following year's agm he was elected president. April 21 1934 Ernest Blenkinsop returned to Hillsborough for the first time since being transferred to Liverpool five weeks before. April 22 April 22-7 1889 Sanger's Grand Circus, Pinstone Street, show consisted of a Grand Military Tournament. 22nd April 1969 A new Public House called the 'Shiny Sheff' was opened at the corner of Crimicar Lane and Redmires Road. April 22 1970 Wednesday lose 2-0 to Manchester City and are relegated from the 1st Division. April 23 23 April 1715 Easter Tuesday . The date of the last 'Assembly' on the Wicker led by Captain Thomas Bamforth. 23 April 1792 A meeting was held to discuss the possibility of building a hospital in Sheffield and a subscription list was opened. This rapidly raised the £15,000 required to build the General Infirmary at Upperthorpe Meadows. 23 April 1852 Application by the United Gas Company for an injunction to restrain the Gas Consumers' Company from breaking up the streets to lay their pipes; adjourned to last day of the session. 23 April 1856 Decease, aged 78, of Dowager Lady Wharncliffe, Relict of James, First Lord Wharncliffe. 23rd April 1861 Manslaughter of Samuel Salt by Charles Fletcher. 23 April 1877 Opening of the Manor Board School 23 April 1932 John Nicholson, Secretary of Sheffield United Football & Cricket club knocked down and killed by a lorry near Midland Station. A reputed 6,000 people attended his funeral the next week. 23 April 1948 Cub Flag bearer spotted running through Sheffield without cub pack 23 April 1960 Steve Clark, guitarist with Def Leppard born Sheffield. 23 April 1966 Wednesday beat Chelsea 2-0 in an FA Cup semi-final at Villa Park in front of 61,321. Goals by Pugh and MaCalliog set up a final against Everton. April 24 April 24 1912 A FA Cup Final replay was staged at Brammall Lane - Barnsley beat West Bromwich Albion 1-0 before a crowd of 38,555. April 24 1915 Sheffield United win a wartime FA Cup final at old Trafford. Simmons, Fazackerly and Kitchen give United a 3-0 win over Chelsea. 24 April 1969 Ernest Blenkinsop, Wednesday player, made 393 appearance and scored 5 goals. Died. April 25 April 25 1819 Mark Firth born April 25 1925 A goal by Tunstall gives Sheffield United their 4th FA Cup beating Cardiff City 1-0. 25th April 1930 Castle Hill Market opened for trading. 25 April 1936 Sheffield United are beaten by Arsenal in the FA Cup Final 1-0 April 26 April 26 1876 Meeting of the Goveners of the Sheffield Infirmary; they resolve to erect a separate building for the treatment of offensive surgical cases; nearly £3,000 at once promised. April 26th 1902 Sheffield United win the FA Cup for the second time beating Southampton 2-1 with goals from Hedley & Barnes April 26 2009 One of the best groups to come out of Sheffield, the seminal post-punk band the Comsat Angels appear in an exclusive live performance in their hometown at the O2 Academy as part of the Sensoria Festival. April 27 27 April 1700 John Nowill & Son Limited granted corporate name by Company of Cutlers in Hallamshire. 27 April 1846 Outrage at Sheffield. Attack on premises of S.W. Marshall of Allen Street discussed in Parliament and request made to include such outrages in the Irish coercion Bill. 27 April 1858 Decease of Mr T Aldam, wine merchant, aged 76. 27 April 1935 Wednesday win the FA Cup by beating West Brom 4-2. Goals by Palethorpe, Hooper and Rimmer (2) 27 April 1937 Nearly 300 acres of land at Fulwood and Whirlow were presented to the `City of Sheffield by the Graves Trust. 27 April 1983 Sheffield City Council's Housing Investment Programme discussed in House of Commons. The Council had been authorised to spend £25.2 million by the Conservative Government despite requesting a level of £67.4 million. The council's housing stock was being depleted by "Right to Buy' legislation. 27 April 2007 Three alleged Spanish 'terrorists' belonging to ETA are arrested in Sheffield accused of comprising a reserve terror cell April 28 28 April 1681 Timothy Jollie ordained. Joillie was a non conformist minister and noted educationalist. He established an academy at Attercliffe. Upper chapel was built for his ministry and he is interred in the churchyard. 28th April 1890 Tom Cawley presented by the Wednesday Football Club with £182 and gold chain for his services to the club. 28 April 1930 Chantrey Picture House started showing 'talkies' 28 April 1962 The New Roscoe cinema building finally closed. It had ceased to show films in September 1961. 28 Apri 1971 Sheffield United gain promotion to Division One. 28 April 1980 Chris Sedgwick born Sheffield. Professional footballer played for Rotherham and currently at Preston North End. 28 April 1985 memorable finale to World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre. Dennis Taylor potted the black to beat Steve Davis 18-17. 28 April 1996 Following privitisation Midland Mainline begin operating the line franchise between St Pancras and Sheffield. 28 April 2005 'Robin Hood Airport' officially opened effectively sealing the fate of Sheffield City Airport. The airport was based at the old RAF Finningley base. April 29 29 April 1916 Former Sheffield Wednesday player Harry Chapman died from TB at the age of 37. He was the brother of the famous Arsenal manager Herbert Chapman. He scored 94 goals making 269 appearances. 29 April 1927 Edward 'Ted' Burgin born 1927 in Bradfield. Known as "The Cat" this goalkeeper made 314 appearances for Sheffield United 29 April 1932 Wisewood Council School opened. 29 April 1935 A triumphant Sheffield Wednesday return to the City with the FA Cup. They are greeted by a crowd estimated to be in the region of 100,000 people. 29 April 1947 Former Sheffield United footballer, David Munks born Sheffield. Made 112 appearances between 1965 and 1969 scoring 1 goal. 29 April 1976 Wednesday beat Southend United 2-0 ensuring the club were not relegated to the 4th Division! April 30 30 April 1646 The House of Commons passed a motion that Sheffield Castle should be made 'untenable". 30 April 1852 Sir Samuel Roberts born 30th April 1852. A Director of Cammell Laird. In 1900 he was Lord Mayor of Sheffield. He was elected as an MP for Ecclesall at a by-election in 1902. In 1917 he was knighted and made a baronet in 1919. 30 April 1854 James Montgomery died Sheffield. 30 April 1855 Bramall Lane opened a a spots venue with a cricket match between the "Eleven and the "Twenty Two". The Wednesday would play a number of their important early games there and eventually become the home of Sheffield United F.C 30 April 1906 Death of Frederick Mount Wiseman, aged 56, who was professionally known as G.M. Wells, a famous sporting journalist who, as a young man, was one of Sheffield’s most successful athletes. April 30 1927 Sam Wynne, Bury full back, collapsed when taking a free kick in match v Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. He died in the dressing room. 30 April 1932 Bents Green Methodist Church opened. 30 April 1933 Five houses in Sheffield are hit be lightning 30 April 1934 Prince Charles of Sweden made a private visit to Sheffield. 30 April 1956 279th Our Lady and St Oswald Scout Group Opened 30th April 1965 Bob Dylan appeared at Sheffield City Hall. 30 April 2008 Sheffield City Airport officially closed. The CAA license was withdrawn on 21 April 2008. May 1 1 May 1161 Richard de Busli, Lord of the Manor of Kimberworth, granted to the monks of Kirkstead Abbey a site within the territory of Kimberworth for their houses, orchard and four forges, two for smelting iron and two for forging for a rent of five shillings a year. 1 May 1879 New Wesleyan Chapel at Stannington opened 1 May 1885 Albert Victor Alexander born. MP For Hillsborough later made 1st Earl of Hillsborough. 1 May 1886 Death of Mr George Bassett, ex-Mayor and Alderman, aged 68; will proved for £91,524. Charitable legacies £2,000. 1 May 1891 It was reported that "Mr Mundella is seriously ill from Bronchitis supervening on influenza". An influenza epidemic was sweeping across Sheffield. 1 May 1914 The Parish Church of SS Peter and Paul is elevated to the status of a Cathedral. Dr L.H. Burrows is enthroned as Sheffield's first Bishop. He lived at Bishopsholme, Norwood and is buried in Shiregreen cemetery. 1 May 1916 Famous Sheffield United goalkeeper, William 'Fatty' Foulkes" died on this day in 1916. He made 299 appearances for United and one England cap. He is buried in Burngreave cemetery. 1 May 1920 Sheffield Wednesday footballer Tom Brittleton played his last game for Wednesday on this day at the age of 38. Winning 5 England caps, he played 343 games for Wednesday scoring 30 goals. 1 May 1926 TUC call for General Strike to begin 3rd May. 1 May 1926 Percy Sillitoe appointed Chief Constable of Sheffield. He is credited with modernising the Sheffield Police force and sorting out the gang problem in Sheffield and was later DG of MI5 1 May 1934 Everton recorded their lowest ever home league attendance in a games against Sheffield Wednesday only 7,802 turned up! 1 May 1934 Bishop Burrows celebrated twenty years as Sheffield's first Bishop. 1 May 1937 Wednesday lost 1-0 at Huddersfield in the last match of the season and were relegated to join United in Division 2. 1 May 1939 New operating theatre opened at Royal Infirmary. 1 May 1952 Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet and Sheffield Cathedral are given grade 1 listed status. They remain two of only five grade 1 listed buildings in Sheffield. 1 May 1972 Boxer Clinton Woods born in Sheffield, former IBF light heavyweight champion. 1 May 1997 Clive Betts, David Blunkett, Richard Caborn, Richard Allan, Bill Michie and Helen Jackson elected as Sheffield's MPs in the 1997 general election. May 2 2nd May 1890 Leslie Stanard Hunter, 2nd Bishop of Sheffield, born. 2nd May 1929 Three Newhall School children are selected to represent the school at a 'flying experience' with Sir Alan Cobham's Flying Circus at the old wartime Norton Aerodome. (From school log). 2nd May 1936 Sheffield University Student's Union Building opened at Leavygreave. 2nd May 1955 Wortley Railway station closed. The Earl of Wharncliffe losing, his private waiting room. 2nd May 1998 Sheffield Eagles create on of Rugby's greatest upsets by beating Wigan 17-8 to lift the Challenge Cup at Wembley. May 3 3 May 1926 Sheffield workers take part in General Strike which begins this day. 3 May 1939 10th Brincliffe (Mount Tabor) Scout Group Re Opened 3 May 1934 213rd Latter Day Saints Scout Group Opened 3 May 1939 231st Shiregreen Scout Group Opened (Still Open) 3 May 1939 232nd St Mark's Malin Bridge Scout Group Opened 3 May 1979 Sheffield voters cast their votes in a General Election. 3 May 2005 Boxer 'Prince' Naseem Hamed arrested after a 90 mph, three car collision at Ringinglow. May 4 4 May 1869 Seventeen colliers from Thorncliffe committed for trial for rioting at Chapeltown. 4 May 1979 Margaret Thatcher becomes new Conservative Prime Minister. Paraphrasing St Francis as she arrived at Downing Street she uttered these encouraging words - 'Where there is discord, may we bring harmony. Where there is error, may we bring truth. Where there is doubt, may we bring faith. And where there is despair, may we bring hope.' Dark day for steelworkers, miners, trade unions, local authority workers, young people, pensioners, the unemployed , Society... 4 May 1982 H.M.S. Sheffield severely damaged by an exocet missile during the Falklands War, the ship would sink some days later under tow. May 5 5 May 1930 Female aviator and Sheffield University economics graduate Amy Johnson set off on her epic flight to Australia 5 May 1930 Wicker Picture palace begins showing 'talkies' 5 May 1943 Actor, comedian and traveller Michael Palin born in Sheffield May 6 6 May 1910 George V becomes King of Great Britain. 6 May 1913 Cinema House, Barker's Pool opened. 6 May 1933 Sheffield Wednesday lose 4-1 to Liverpool in their final game of the season and finish 3rd in Division 1 for the third season running. 6 May 1933 First of several dramatised performances of 'Hiawatha' at Sheffield City Hall. 6 May 1935 King George V Silver Jubilee celebrations. 6 May 1939 Sheffield United promoted to 1st Division after 5 years in 2nd Division. United beat Tottenham 6-1 and pushed Wednesday into 3rd place. 6 May 1950 Sheffield Wednesday draw 0-0 with Tottenham Hotspur in their final game of the season and despite only winning once in their last five games, finish 2nd in Division 2 to secure promotion to Division 1. May 7 7 May 1858 Shrewsbury vault in the Parish Church opened in obedience to an order from the House of Lords, in the question of the Shrewsbury peerage. 7 May 1869 John Shortridge was also the founder of the Heeley Omnibus, he was killed on May 7th 1869 as the result of a carriage accident whilst driving in Heeley. An over active horse was blamed for the accident. 7 May 1899 Barnum and Bailey's show arrived in Sheffield; second visit. 7 May 1932 LNER Locomotives "Hush Hush' No. 10000 and a Pacfic Class The Royal Lancer were on display at Victoria Station. 7 May 1938 Consecration of St. Hildas Church, Shiregreen. Now closed. 7 May 1938 225th St William and St Wilfred Scout Group opened 7 May 1938 226th Wybourn Scout Group opened 7 May 1949 266th Meersbrook Bank Methodist Scout Group opened 7 May 1967 Pink Floyd play at the Mojo Club, Pitsmoor. 7 May 1985 Sheffield City Councillors set a "legal" rate. In the face of pressure from the Conservative Government's rate capping measures, 20 Labour Councillors vote with the Conservatives and Liberals to reject a deficit budget. The Councillors faced personal surcharges and their actions saved the future Parliamentary career of David Blunkett among others. 7 May 1989 The Stone Roses appeared at Sheffield University. May 8 8th May 1890 Huber (engineer) versus Cattanagh, landlord of the Maunche Hotel, Action for assault and ejectment. Damages £10. 8/5/1935 John "Jack" Charlton, b. Ashington 8/5/1935. Manager Sheffield Wednesday 1977 -1983 May 8 8 May 1890 Huber (engineer) versus Cattanagh, landlord of the Maunche Hotel, Action for assault and ejectment. Damages £10.8 8 May 1921 134th Hillsborough Catholic Scout Group Opened 8 May 1921 135th Hartshead Scout Group Opened 8 May 1935 John "Jack" Charlton, b. Ashington 8/5/1935. Manager Sheffield Wednesday 1977 -1983. 8 May 1941 Sheffield is again the main target for German bombers but early arrivals found the weather unsuitable and the majority of the bomber force was diverted to Hull. Eighteen aircraft claimed to have reached Sheffield but the bombing was light and confirned to Little London and Sharrow. Three people were killed. 8 May 1941 236th City Air Scout Group Opened 8 May 1945 Victory in Europe Day. First of a two day holiday in Sheffield. 30,000 Sheffielders cram into town hall square to listen to a broadcast by the King. They were dancing in the streets! May 9 9 May 1861 Death of Joseph Hunter. Unitarian Minister and antiquarian best known for his publications Hallamshire. The History and Topography of the Parish of Sheffield in the County of York and the two-volume South Yorkshire (a history of the Deanery of Doncaster). 9 May 1878 St Michael's RC Chapel, Rivelin opened. 9 May 1898 A woman and six children living at Attercliffe poisoned, but not fatally, by drinking fermented soup. 9 May 1930 Official opening of Castle Hill market (traded since 25th April 1930). 9th May 1932 98th St Phillip's Church Scout Group opened May 10 10 May 1826 Henry Clifton Sorby (1826-1908) was born into an old Sheffield family, being the grandson of a Master Cutler 10 May 1982 After being severely damaged on 4th May, HMS Sheffield finally sank wilst on tow during the Falklands conflict. May 11 May 11 1895 Royal Hospital opened by Duke & Duchess of York 11th May 1948 72nd St Andrew's, Sharrow Scout Group opened - Still Open 192nd Woodseats Wesleyan Reform Scout Group opened May 12 12 May 1823 Father Rimmer, of the Catholic Mission to Sheffield, died after forty years as administering the sacraments to the Town's Catholics. 12 May 1917 1/2D Tram fares abolished 12 May 1921 Stocksbridge Palace re-opened 12 May 1926 After nine days, the General Strike ends. 12 May 1935 Oswald Mosely addressed a Fascist meeting at the City Hall. 12 May 1937 Coronation of King George VI of Great Britain at Westminster Abbey. 12 May 1938 Beck Road Council School, Shiregreen opened. 12 May 1972 Slade and Status Quo appear at the City Hall. 12 May 1984 Sheffield Wednesday beat Cardiff 2-0 with goals from Bannister and Cunningham. Promotion had been sealed with a 1-0 win over Palace in late April.Wednesday were pipped to the tile by Chelsea on the last day and finish 2nd returning to top flight football for the first time in fourteen years. 12 May 1995 Labour Leader John Smith, died aged 55. May 13 13th May 1890 Mrs Sarah Makin, landlady of the Travellers' Inn, Deepcar, fined £1 14s 10d. for selling adulterated whiskey. 13th May 1890 Frank Bell, 23, accidently shoots himself at Darnall. May 14 14 May 1832 Charles Peace born in Sheffield 14 May 1930 The baths committee lifted its ban on coloured swim suits at city baths. 14 May 1966 Despite taking a 2 goal lead Wednesday lose FA Cup Final to Everton 2-3. Goal by McCalliog and Ford. First lap of honour, led by Don Megson, by a losing team. May 15 15 May 1916 The Sheffield City Battalion (Pals) suffer their first serious casualties as a German trench raid and artillery bombardment left 15 dead and 45 wounded. 15 May 1936 Sheffield Graduate, Amy Johnson arrives back in England after a record-breaking return flight to Cape Town. 15 May 1939 First edition of the renamed "Telegraph and Independent' (Later to become Morning Telegraph) 15 May 1963 Former York and Wigan footballer Steve Senior born in Sheffield 15 May 1993 Sheffield Wednesday play Arsenal in the FA Cup Final at Wembley, a goal by Hirst earns a 1-1 draw and a replay. 15 May 2007 Neil Warnock, Shefield United Manager resigns following the Blades relegation from the Premier League and a reputed 'Spat' with actor Sean Bean. May 16 16 May 1821 Frederick Mappin, born 1821 youngest ever Master Cutler in 1851. Factory Owner and Liberal politician 16th May 1887 George Utley born 16 May 1887 in Elsecar. Played over 100 games for Sheffield United. Scoring 4 goals. 16th May 1917 16th Westbourne Scout Group opened - Still Open 16th May 1917 93rd Deepcar and Bolsterstone Scout Group opened 16th May 1917 96th Penistone Scout Group opened May 17 May 17 1931 Town Hall square saw the introduction of a new traffic control system. The signals would thereafter be contolled by a policeman standing in a kiosk in the centre of the square . May 17 1943 The 'Dambusters Raid' into the industrial heartland of Germany took place this day - wrecking three dams serving the Ruhr valley - with help of the infamous 'bouncing bomb' May 17 1967 The Ritz, Southey, reopened after closure. May 17 1978 Patrick Joseph "Paddy" Kenny, Sheffield United goalkeeper, 2002-to date born in Halifax. Began his goalkeeping career as a youth with Broadford Park Avenue. May 18 18th May 1911 15th St Matthias Church Scout Group opened 18th May 1911 17th Broomhall Scout Group opened 18th May 1911 18th Acorn Scout Group opened (wherever this was?) 18th May 1921 131st Birley Carr Scout Group opened 18th May 1921 132nd Hillsborough & Wadsley Bridge Scout Group opened 18th May 1921 133rd St Jude's (Moorfields) Scout Group opened 18 May 1961 ABC Cinema opened, Angel Street 18 May 1961 Former Pulp violinist and guitarist, Russell Senior, born in Sheffield 18 May 1991 Britain's first astronaut, 27-year-old Helen Sharman from Grenoside, Sheffield, blasted into orbit, .on a Soviet Soyuz TM-12 space capsule 18 May 2004 The Alan Bennett play the "History Boys" received its premier at the Lyttleton Theatre, London. The play would later be made into a film. The play centres on pupils at a fictional boy's grammar school the "Cutler's Grammar School' in Sheffield as they prepare for their Oxbridge exams. MAY 19 19 May 1908 Sheffield Tramway extended to Malin Bridge 19 May 1914 Douglas Hunt, former Sheffield Wednesday footballer born. In a career curtailed by WW2 he scored 30 goals in 42 matches and is remembered as the only Wednesday player to score 6 goals in one match which he did against Norwich City in November 1938. 19 May 1939 Helen Jackson, former MP for Sheffield Hillsborough 1992-2005 born. 19 May 1956 Martyn Ware of Sheffield bands Human League and Heaven 17 born Sheffield. 19 May 1958 Glenn Gregory, vocalist with Heaven 17 born Sheffield. 19 May 1995 After four years in charge, four trips to Wembley and a brief but eventful European campaign, Trevor Francis is sacked as Sheffield Wednesday manager. May 20 20 May 1864 Official report into the collapse of the Dale Dyke/ Sheffield Flood published. 20th May 1914 45th Ryegate Scout group opened 46th St Paul's Norton Lees scout group opened (Still Open) 47th Dore scout group opened 48th Leadmill St Mary's scout group opened 49th Woodhouse scout group opened 20 May 1931 Woodhouse branch library opened. 20 May 1944 Joe Cocker born Sheffield 20 May 1993 Wednesday lose FA Cup Final replay to a late Arsenal goal 2-1. Goal by Waddle May 21 21 May 1852 William Robert Wake, another soliciting Wake & nephew of Bernard Wake, born. He played cricket for Pitsmoor and football for Sheffield FC. He also played 3 matches for Yorkshire County Cricket Club. in 1881. May 21 1897 Present Town Hall opened (during a two or was it three hour visit) by Queen Victoria (She never left her carriage!) 21st May 1913 37th St Anne's scout group opened 38th St Polycarps' scout group opened 21st May 1928 174th Psalter Lane UMC scout group opened May 21 New Wesleyan Reform Church opened at Richmond. The pevious chael ha been taken down for road widening anf its replacement was built in 6 months. May 21 1936 A newly enlarged Methodist Church opened at Millhouses. May 22 22 May 1740 St Paul's Church finally consecrated, delayed by a dispute over patronage. (the foundation stone had been laid in 1720!) 22nd May 1920 The Chantry Picture House opened 22 May 1939 Fats Waller and the Mills Brothers begin a week long stint at the Empire 22 May 1959 Graham Fellowes (aka Jilted John, John Shuttleworth) born in Sheffield. In 1978 he reached number 4 with his angst ridden song of rejection. 22 May 1981 Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper was found guilty on 13 counts of murder and 7 counts of attempted murder. 22 May 1982 Joe Cocker released his new album ' Sheffield Steel' 22 May 2003 The Winter Garden was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II 22 May 2007 Following the departure of Neil Warnock Bryan Robson was announced as the new manager of Sheffield United. The appointment was a brief one he was 'relived of his first team duties' on 14th February 2008. May 23 May 23 1920 British Botanist and Academic, Dr (Stuart) Max Walters born Oughtibridge, Sheffield. 23 May 1938 182nd St Margaret's Brightside scout group reopened May 23 1940 RC Church of St Partick opened at Sheffield Lane Top. May 23 1957 Former Wednesday inside - forward James "Tadger" Stewart died 23 May 1957 . He scored 59 goals in 141 appearances, helped win the League in 1903-4 and the FA Cup in 1907. He was capped for England 3 times. May 23 1979 Former Sheffield Wednesday footballer Mark Platts born in Sheffield May 23 1980 First ever gig at the Leadmill. Local band Artery feature on the bill. May 24 May 24 1895 Sir (Joseph) Gurney Braithwaite, born. A Conservative politician he was elected the MP for Sheffield Hillsborough in the 1931 election and represented that seat until he was beaten by AV Alexander in 1935. May 24 1920 Page Hall Cinema opened (later changed name to Roxy) May 24 1930 J. W Mottershaw, Sheffield photographer died. May 24 1930 Miss Mercedes Gleitze set a new British endurance record by swimming for 36 hours at Glossop Road Baths. May 24 1969 Pink Floyd appeared at Sheffield City Hall May 25 25 May 1931 The Serre Memorial Park and Shelter, France was opened on this day. It is dedicated to the Sheffield men killed in the First World War. 25 May 1938 Geoffrey Robinson MP (son of a Sheffield furniture manufacturer) for Coventry NW born 25 May 1938 in Sheffield . He was Paymaster General, a post he resigned from after the Mandelson home loan scandal. He is the owner of the New Statesman magazine. 25 May 1963 Roy Orbison and the Beatles appeared at Sheffield City Hall. 25 May 2009 45,000 Sheffield United fans watch United lose 1-0 to Burnley and fail to return to the Premier League from which they were relegated in 2007. May 26 26 May 1909 3rd Walkley scout group opened (They only closed a few years ago, just short of their centenary Today) 26 May 1924 148th Rivelin (King Edward VII Hosiptal) scout group opened 26 May 1925 153rd Surrey Street UMC scout group opened 154th St Saviour's Church Walkley scout group opened 26 May 1930 187th Walkley Wesleyan scout group opened 26 May 1933 203rd Our Lady and St Thomas scout group opened (Still open) 26 May 1936 Clarke House opened as the new junior school of King Edward VII School 26 May 1977 Pye Bank Trinity School dedicated by Bishop Gordon Fallows and opened by Cannon Burgess. 26 May 1988 The AMC Cimema complex opened at Crystal Peaks (to become UCI in 1989). 26 May 1997 Sheffield United lose 1-0 to Crystal Palace in the 1997 Football League Play Off Final in fron of 64,383 at Wembley. 26 May 2003 Sheffield United lose 0-3 to Wolverhampton Wanderers in the 2003 1st Division Play off final held in Cardiff. May 27 27 May 1805 Sheffield Church Burgesses held a public meeting to consider petitioning Parliament for an Act to pave, light and clean the town's streets. The proposal was defeated. 27 May 1881 City Road Cemetery opened by Sheffield Burial Board 27 May 1970 Thomas Burden, Labour MP for Sheffield Park 1942-1950 died. 27 May 1983 Jack Charlton resigned as the manager of Sheffield Wednesday 27 May 2004 Jim Marshall, Labour MP for Leicester South. Marshall was born in Attercliffe, educated at the City Grammar School and represented Leicester 1970-1983 and 1987-2004. May 28 May 28 1720 Foundation stone of St Paul's Church laid. May 28 1870. Foundation stone of Newhall Primitive Methodist School laid by G.W. Hawksley. May 28 1897 Former Sheffield United and England footballer Fred Tunstall born in Darfield. Tunstall played 437 games for United scoring 129 goals. Possibly the most important goal he scored was that which beat Cardiff City to win the FA Cup in 1925. He won seven caps for England between 1923-1925. He later managed Boston United. May 28 1903 German composer Walter Goehr born in Berlin. Following a performance of Handel's Messiah at Sheffield City Hall in December 1960 he collapsed and died. May 28 1923 Alan Gibson born Sheffield. Alan Gibson was a journalist, writer and broadcaster probably best know for his work on cricket and appearances on Test Match Special between 1962-1975 28th May 1930 188th Sheffield Cripple scout group opened May 28 1990 Current Sheffield United footballer Kyle Walker born Sheffield. May 29 29 May 1745 John Wesley preached in Sheffield from the floor of the meeting house recently destroyed by the 'mob'. 29 May 1909 Ben Wariss, English comedian, born Sheffield later to form comedy double act with his cousin Jimmy Jewell. 29 May 1917 Jack Marshall born, former coach (1954-58) and manager (1968/9) of Sheffield Wednesday 29 May 1921 James Firth V.C. died. Firth was awarded the VC for heroic actions during the Boer War in 1901. 29 May 1923 The Prince of Wales (later Edward VIII) visited Sheffield to open the Town Hall extension. He also visted the University and three factories. 29 May 1930 Bents Green open air school opened. 29 May 2005 Sheffield Wednesday beat Hartlepool (with goals from McGovern, Maclean, Whelan and Talbot) 4-2 to win the League 1 Play Off Final and gain promotion to the Championship. The game was held at the Millenium Stadium Cardiff in front of a crowd of 59,808. May 30 30 May 1934 Brunswick Methodist Chapel celebrated it's centenary. 30 May 1938 Former Sheffield Wednesday footballer, John Quinn born in St Helens. He made 196 apearances for Wednesday between 1959 and 1967, scoring 25 goals. Quinn played in the 1966 FA Cup Final against Everton. 30 May 1989 Former Sheffield Wednesday forward Douglas Hunt died (see birth 19th May). 30 May 1991 Sheffield Arena, now known as the Hallam FM Arena, was officially opened by the Queen. The first concert which took place on that night was performed by Paul Simon. The construction cost was £34 million May 31 May 31 1076 Earl Waltheof beheaded outside the City of Winchester , following a rebellion against William the Conquerer 31 May 1905 Sheffield University came into being under a charter from the King. 31 May 1920 On this day Arthur Dickinson's long reign as Wednesday Secretary came to an end. He we appointed in August 1891. May 31 1938 Winston Churchill spoke at the City Hall and called for Britain's re-armament programme to be speeded up. 31 May 1969 The Forum Cinema, Herries Road ceased showing films. 31 May 1991 It was on this day the manager Ron Atkinson allayed Wednesday fans fear and confirmed after promotion and League Cup success he would be staying at Wenesday. A week later he changed his mind and became the new Aston Villa Manager. Wednesday's first game of the new season was at home - against Aston Villa! June 1 1 June 1897 The Mayor and Mayoress - the Duke of Norfolk and his sister Mary Howard gave a ball in the new Town Hall. 1st June 1934 214th Shiregreen Congregational scout group opened 1st June 1939 233rd Darnall Congregational scout group opened June 1 1954 Cost of a TV license goes up from £2 to £3. June 2 2 June 1897 First meeting of Sheffield Council in the newly opened Town Hall. 2 June 1932 Our Lady of Beauchief RC Church opened at Woodseats 2 June 1935 Sir Arthur Balfour elevated to the peerage as Baron Riverdale of Sheffield 2 June 1936 Loxley Bros. stationers open their new premises at 57 Fargate. 2 June 1980 Current Sheffield United and former Wednesday footballer Leigh Bromby born in Dewsbury. June 3 3 June 1911 Last edition of the Saturday Sport Edition which had been published since 14th September 1907. It would be succeeded by a new sports paper - the Green 'Un 3 June 1972 Sir Andrew Stephen, at the time Chairman of Sheffield Wednesday and the Football Association, was knighted. 3 June 2008 Sheffield artist Joe Scarborough inducted into the "Walk of Fame -Sheffield Legends" outside the Town Hall. June 4 4 June 1704 Benjamin Hunstman, the inventor and manufacturer of crucible steel in Sheffield, born Epworth Lincs. 4 June 1795 The Loyal Independent Sheffield Volunteers reviewed at Brinsworth Common by Lord Darlington. 4 June 1936 Alderman AJ Bailey, Chair of the Transport Committee, predicted that one day a tunnel would be built to carry traffic from Moorhead to Castlegate to ease traffic congestion in the City Centre. June 5 5 June 1832 Crickter Edwin 'Ned' Stepehnson born Sheffield. Played for Sheffield & Yorkshire. Took part in the first tour to Australia in 1861/2. 5 June 1922 British astronomer, John Gatenby Bolton born in Sheffield. 5 June 1930 A new one way traffic system introduced along Surrey Street, Norfolk Street and Union Street. Only trams were allowed to go directly fron Fargate to Moorhead. 5 June 1939 Novelist, Margaret Drabble, born in Sheffield. 5 June 1999 Former Clash front man Joe Strummer debuts his new band 'Joe Strummer & the Mescaleros' at the Leadmill in Sheffield. June 6 June 6 1928 Sheffield jockey, Harry Wragg, rides Felstead, winner of the Derby at Epsom. June 6 1931 The Hippodrome Theatre, Cambridge Street closed and reopened as a cinema on July 20th). June 6 1939 The freedom of Sheffield bestowed on Bishop, Dr LH Burrows, Sir Robert Hadfield and Mr Harry Brearly. June 6 1944 The invasion of Europe , known as D-Day via the beaches of Normandy begins. from Stuart 0742 http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/DD-DAY-Prepa...risk.5341201.jp Sheffield Star article local men who were involved in D Day June 6 1947 Sheffield MP and former Home Secretary, David Blunkett born Sheffield. June 7 7 June 1815 An Act of Parliament passed for the construction of a Sheffield Canal 7 June 1909 Attercliffe Palace begins showing films. 7th June 1912 28th East Bank scout group opened 7th June 1912 29th Montgomery scout group opened 7 June 1933 Mr H. S . Newton appointed as Chief Education Officer for Sheffield. 7th June 1963 Mrs Mike142sl born June 8 June 8 1554 Catholic Queen Mary created by a charter dated, 8th June 1554, a body called the Twelve Capital Burgesses and Commonalty of the Town and Parish of Sheffield. Their income was to be used to support three priests but and surplus might be devoted to the repair of bridges, highways and reelief of the poor. 8th June 1943 37th St Anne's scout group reopened 8th June 1943 117th Broom Park Congregational scout group reopened June 8 1945 Len Badger born June 8 Tinsley Park, Darnall. 457 appearances & 7 goals June 9 June 9 1754 James Wilkinson, later Vicar of Sheffield, ordained Deacon in York. June 9 1838 Sheffield Cricketer Charles Webster born Ecclesall. Played 4 matches for Yorkshire in 1860s. June 9 1944 Hallamshire Battalion arrive in Normandy. June 9 1951 Pete Gill born Sheffield. Gill was formerly the drummer with the Glitter Bank and Saxon and latterly Motorhead. June 9 1971 Former Sheffield Wednesday striker Giles de Bilde born in Zellick, Belgium. He played 59 games for Wednesday scoring 13 goals. He gained 25 caps for Belgium. June 9 1983. 1983 general Election - Sheffield voters return :- Patrick Duffy (Attercliffe), Joan Maynard (Brightside), Richard Caborn (Central)John Osborn (Hallam), Bill Michie (Heeley) and Martin Flannery (Hillsborough), June 9 1996 Portugal draw 1-1 with Denmark in a Group D UEFA Euro 96 match held at Hillsborough. June 9 2007 International Indian Film Academy Awards held at Sheffield Arena. June 10 10 June 1896 Yorkshire County cricketer, William Cuttell died in Sheffield. 10 June 1911 A newly named sports paper appeared in Sheffield - the 'Week and Sports Special Green Un'. 10 June 1926 Sheffield City Council approved plans to construct 2000 new houses on what would become the Longley estate. 10 June 1942 159th St Michael and All Angels Neepsend scout group reopens 10 June 1944 Henry Coward, conductor died. Once a cutler's apprentice he founded and became director of Sheffield Musical Union. 10 June 1968 Millhouses and Ecclesall train station closed. 10 June 1971 The second HMS Sheffield, a Type 42 Guided Missle Destroyer, is launched 10 June 1992 Sheffield born TV writer Leon Griffith,whose most successful work was the hit TV series 'Minder', died. 10 June 1994 Council elections in Sheffield, Labour keep overall control winning 44 seats. June 11 11 June 1914 One time Atlas and Norfolk & Norfolk FC player Ernest Jackson born. He joined Sheffield United in 1932 and played 229 games for them scoring 8 goals. 11 June 1914 Wincobank Picture Palace began showing films. 11 June 1918 Former Sheffield Wednesday footballer Walter Aveyard born Hemsworth. On Wednesday's books between 1938-1947 his career was interrupted by WW2 and he only played four games scoring 3 goals. 11 June 1936 The Hon. Bertram S.B.Stevens, Premier of New South Wales, visited Sheffield. 11 June 1983 Roy Hattersley begins a nine year tenure as Deputy Leader of the Labour Party. 11 June 1987 General Election, David Blunkett replaces Joan Maynard in Brightside and Irvine Patrick John Osborn in Hallam. 11 June 1991 The Sheffield World Student Games feature on 22p, 26p and 31p Postage stamps released this day. 11 June 1995 The Human League release a new single 'Filling up with Heaven' . The single peaks at number 36. June 12 12 June 1875 Joseph Pointer born in Attercliffe. Chair of Sheffield Trades Council he was elected a Cllr for Brightside in 1908. In 1909 he succesfully contested Brightside in a Parliamentary by election and became Sheffield's first Labour MP. He died at the early age of 39 in 1914. 12 June 1876 George Herbert Bridges Ward better known as GHB Ward born. One tine Secretary of the Sheffield ILP, Trade Unionsit and Ward was probably best known as Secretary of Sheffield Clarion Ramblers. In this capacity he wrote colomn 'Ward's Piece' and edited the Sheffield Clarion Ramblers iconic handbooks. 12 June 1925 Dennis Woodhead former Sheffield Wednesday left winger born. He played for Wednesday between 1947-1955. He appeared 213 times for Wednesday scoring 73 times. He was later Wednesday's Commercial Manager. 12 June 1939 Sheffield University headquarters department of Glass Technology department 12 June 1939 Sheffield Wednesday's favourite losing captain Don Megson born in Cheshire. Meson played for Wednesday 442 times scoring 6 goals. He was the first losing captain to lead a lap of honour following Wednesday's defeat to Everton in the 1966 FA Cup Final. June 13 13 June 1924 Albert Bateman, Huddersfield footballer (played 73 games & scored 14 goals) born in Stocksbridge. 13 June 1931 Gloops Holiday Home for Children opened at Mablethorpe. 13th June 1933 204th Gleadless Methodist scout group opened 13 June 1936 Hillsborough Golf Club pavilion opened. 13 June 1968 Brightside Parliamentary by-election caused by the death of Richard Winterbottom (MP 1950-1968). The by-election was won by Edward Griffiths who would represent Brightside until his deselection in 1974 - to be replaced by 'Stalin's granny' - Joan Maynard. 13 June 1979 Alan Quinn born. Quinn played for both Wednesday (176 games and 16 goals) and United (109 games and 11 goals). At 2009 he had won 8 international caps for Ireland. 13 June 2003 The Arctic Monkeys played their debut gig at the Grapes in Central Sheffield. June 14 14 June 1920 Wicker Picture House first began showing films 14 June 1933 Alderman J G Graves elected a town trustee. 14 June 1935 Mr JA Lyons, Prime Minister of Austrailia visted Sheffield. 14 June 1969 Manor Cinema Building closed. June 15 15 June 1777 David Daniel Davis born. From 1803 to 1812 he practiced as a physician in Paradise Square. Later he gained fame by beinf in attdance at the birth of Queen Victoria. 15 June 1895 Sir John Charles Clegg (15 June 1850 - 26 June 1937), better known as Charles Clegg. 15 June 1981 Professional footballer Nat Brown born in Sheffield. Played for Huddersfield, Lincoln, Wrexham and Macclesfield. June 16 16 June 1816 Hugh Parker of Woodthorpe Hall lays the foundation stone for the Sheffield Canal basin. 16 June 1934 An aeroplane crashed at Coal Aston during a hospital pageant. Luckily there were no injuries. 16th June 1915 71st Carbrook School scout group opened 16th June 1920 123rd Furnival scout group opened 16 June 1969 Mark Crossley, goalkeeper born. In the 2006/7 season he played 17 games for Wednesday on loan. He is best remembered for scoring an equalising goal against Southampton in a 3-3 draw on 23rd December 2006. 16 June 1996 Croatia beat Denmark 3-0 in a Group D Euro 96 match held at Hillsborough. June 17 17 June 1815 Samuel Fox born Bradwell Derbyshire. Founded his own wire drawing business in Stocksbridge, which would eventually become the Stocksbridge Steelworks. Well known for manufacturing umbrella and crinoline frames during the 19th century. 17th June 1914 50th St Matthew's scout group opened 51st St Catherine's scout group opened 17 June 1918 The Albert Hall begins showing films on a regular basis. 17 June 1920 Patrick Duffy born, Labour MP for Attercliffe 1970-1992. 17 June 1974 Professional mountain biker, Steve Peat, born in Chapeltown. Peat has finished 2nd in the world championships four times and been work cup champion three time. June 18 18 June 1815 Following the Battle of Waterloo and defeat of Napoleon - The Sheffield Loyal & Independent Volunteers disband. 18 June 1909 Former Yorkshire & England Cricketer & Wednesday goalkeeper George Ulyett died. Born in Pitsmoor he appeared in 25 Test Matches and 537 first class matches. He appeared for Wednesday between 1882 and 1884. 18 June 1970 British General Election held 18 June 1993 Clive Betts MP opened the Centenary Ponds at Shire Brook Valley Nature Local Nature Reserve. 18 June 2007 The Building housing the popular "Gatecrasher Nightclub" caught fire and partially collapsed. June 19 19 June 1875 John Walsh opened his original store at 39 High Street, Sheffield. 19 June 1925 Sir Samuel Roberts died. former Lord Mayor and MP for Ecclesall 1902-1923 19 June 1971 Mitch Ward, former Sheffield United footballer born, played 154 games for United scoring 11 goals. 19 June 1996 Turkey lost 3-0 to Denmark in a Group D UEFA 1996 game at Hillsborough June 20 20 June 1776 Benjamin Huntsman, inventor of Crucible Steel, died. 20 June 1903 Holywood actor, Eddie Laughton, born in Sheffield. He starred in over 200 films many of them for Columbia including a number of those of the Three Stooges. 20 June 1905 Sheffield tramway connected to that of Rotherham at Tinsley. June 21 June 21 1842 Samuel Holberry, Chartist activist, died in York Castle after 2 years and three months imprisonment. 21st June 1922 140th St Cuthbert's scout group opened 21 June 1935 43 acres of land were given to Grave Park by Alderman J.G.Graves. 21 june 1937 The then President of the Halifax Building Society, Sir Enoch Hill, officially opened Frechville Community Centre. 21 June 1939 Bishop Poskitt laid the foundation stone of St Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, Sheffield Lane Top. June 22 22 June 1859 Sheffield Trades Unionists get organised and the "Association of Organised Trades of Sheffield and Neighborhood" is founded. 150 years old! 22 June 1911 The City of Sheffield Corporation's Coronation festivities begin and would last to the 29th of June. 22 June 1944 Former Football League, Premier League and FIFA referee Keith Hackett born Sheffield. 22 June 1958 Former Archdeacon of Sheffield of Sheffield Herbert Gresford Jones died. 22 June 2007 Sheffield Wednesday striker Steve MacLean was transferred to Cardiff City after scoring 33 goals in 84 appearances. June 23 23rd June 1909 5th Brightside scout group opened June 23 1912 Sir Peter Roberts born. Roberts was MP for Ecclesall 1945-50 and Heeley 1945-1966. June 23 1928 Sheffield United all time appearance record holder Joe Shaw born. Shaw played for United between 1945 and 1966 making 714 appearances. 23rd June 1948 12th St Michael's Ebenezer scout group reopened 263rd Wycliffe Congregational scout group opened 23 June 1966 Official opening of Sheffield University Arts Tower by Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother June 23 1972 Current SWFC Academy boss and one time successful caretaker boss of SWFC, Sean McAuley born. June 24 24 June 1983 Howard Wilkinson succeeds Jack Charlton as manager of Sheffield Wednesday. 24 June 1980 England Rugby player Chris Jones born. Jones is a graduate of Hallam University. June 25 25 June 1932 Stanley Baldwin, leader of the Conservative Party appeared as the chief speaker at a Conservative fete held in the grounds of the Farm. 25 June 1944 The Hallamshire battalion fought an action to capture Tessel Wood in Normandy. 25 June 1958 Tommy Steele appeared at Sheffield City Hall. 25 June 2007 Floods! After torrential downpours the River Don breaches it's banks and Sheffield and South Yorkshire suffers severe flooding. June 26 Sir John Charles Clegg (15 June 1850 - 26 June 1937), better known as Charles Clegg. June 27 27 June 1885 Arthur Lismer born Sheffield, Lismer found fame as a Canadian painter and was a member of the influential 'Group of 7' artists. 27 June 1930 Sheffield Corporation opens it's own pinting works in Scotland Street 27 June 1931 Longshaw Estate donated to the National Trust 27th June 1932 200th Southey Methodist scout group opened 27 June 1935 King Edward VII speech day is attended by the Archbishop of York June 28 28 June 1933 High Storrs School opened by Sir Percy Greenaway, Lord Mayor of Sheffield. 28 June 1934 Oswald Moseley spoke at a Fascist rally held at the City Hall 28 June 1938 Firth Park Maternity and Child Welfare Centre opened 28 June 1938 Coisley Hill Sewage Works opened. 28 June 1952 One time singer in the band The Push and actor Ray Ashcroft born. Ashcroft has appeared in the Bill, Coronation Street and Emmerdale. 28 June 1973 Sheffield Town Hall is joins the small number of Grade 1 Listed buildings in Sheffield. 28 June 2007 Sheffield MP Richard Caborn stepped down as Minister for Sport June 29 29 June 1851 Yorkshire and Lancashire! cricketer Bennett Hudson born. 29th June 1925 155th Greenhill scout group opened - Closed 1931 29 June 1935 Keith Kettleborough born. Played for Sheffield United 1960-1965 playing 154 games & scoring 17 goals. 29 June 1937 Sir Thomas Inskip, Minister for Co-ordination of Defense, was chief guest at the Forfeit feast. 29 June 1938 The Duke of Kent opened a new gasometer at Wincobank where 62 ex-servicemen formed a guard of honour for the royal visitor. He later visited the Atlas and Norfolk and Vickers works 29 June 1959 The Globe Attercliffe, ceased showing pictures. 30 June 30 June 1836 Botanical Gardens In 1833 the Sheffield Botanical and Horticultural Society was formed to promote both healthy recreation and self-education, through the development of a botanical garden. A period of fundraising followed and the land was purchased. In 1834, the Society appointed Robert Marnock, gardener of Bretton Hall, Wakefield (now the Yorkshire Sculpture Park), to design the Gardens and act as their first Curator. He laid out the Gardens in the then highly fashionable Gardenesque style, where each plant was displayed to perfection in scattered plantings. The Gardens were finally opened on the 29th and 30th June, and 4th and 5th July, 1836, when more than 12,000 people visited. The Gardens were only open to the general public on four Gala days per year; otherwise admission was limited to shareholders and annual subscribers. 29th/30th June and 4th/5th July 30 June 1903 Foundation stone laid for the new University of Sheffield Bulidings. June 30 1909 Albert Champion, Yorkshire cricketer a native of Handsworh, died. June 30 1917 John Harris born in Glasgow. Harris was Manager & General manager of Sheffield United 1959-1973. 30th June 1910 9th Hallam scout group opened - closed 1934 10th Brincliffe (Mount Tabor) scout group opened - closed 1934 June 30 1956 Former keyboardist with the Human League, Adrian Wright, born in Sheffield. June 30 2002 Athlete Chris Rawlinson set a world record for the 300m hurdles in Sheffield. June 30 2009 Former England Cricket Captain Michael Vaughan announced his retirement from first class cricket. He reported he knew it was time to go when he was bowled by his 3 year old son. . 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dunsbyowl1867 Posted December 25, 2009 Author Share Posted December 25, 2009 Jan 22. 1927...Arsenal v Sheffield Utd became the first ever game broadcast live on radio. It finished 1-1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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