LYDGATE’S role in what eventually became the suffragette movement and the backbone of the effort to secure women the vote has been formally recognised. It…
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Inspiring women in the spotlight at Oldham Coliseum on International Women’s Day
WOMEN from across Greater Manchester celebrated International Women’s Day at Oldham Coliseum Theatre’s fourth annual event on Friday, March 8. In partnership with Jigsaw Homes…
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Relative pays tribute to Springhead suffragette Annie Kenney
ELEANOR Roberts has always been proud of Annie Kenney and her great-great-aunt’s place in history. But recent events surrounding Annie’s life and deeds have resonated…
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Dedication to be installed for Springhead’s suffragette Annie Kenney
A DEDCIATION to honour Springhead-born suffragette Annie Kenney is to be installed in Saddleworth 100 years after some women received the right to vote. Annie…
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Lydgate meeting catalyst for women’s movement?
A WINDSWEPT field in Lydgate could be the unlikely setting for the birthplace of the suffragette movement. The discovery predates Springhead-born Annie Kenney’s involvement in…
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