Albert Park – Opening of the Transporter Bridge, with Hugh Bell, Preston Kitchen and Prince Arthur (October 1911)

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Date added: June 17, 2018
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This photo is of the Prince Arthur of Connaught’s visit to Albert Park, taken on 17th October 1911 – the date of the Transporter Bridge’s opening.

From left to right, Sir Hugh Bell (the Mayor of Middlesbrough), Prince Arthur of Connaught, Preston Kitchen (the town clerk wearing a wig), and Lady Bell in the centre. Identity of the others are unknown.

Albert Park - Showing Hugh Bell - Prince Arthur Preston Kitchen, 17th October 1911 - Date of the Opening of the Transporter Bridge - Dennis Wompra

Photo courtesy of Dennis Wompra

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