Nice to hear about Newton heath. My father worked at Evans Bellhouse during and after the war until the early 60's when he had a serious accident, fortunately recovering. I used to visit the works and had to wait under the clock until 6 when I could go in. We shopped at the coop opposite and then home. From the end of the war the works held a Christmas party for children and staff. Very exciting at a time when food and entertainment were limited and rationing was in force. Of the senior staff there I remember Mr Porkess ,a director, Raymond Moore and Mr Kenneth Ripper the Managing Director. (His nickname amongst the workforce was "Jack ", but we were strictly forbidden from mentioning that on site!) .Bellhouses also had a site on City Rd in Stretford and were linked to William Kay's in Bolton. Happy memories. Tom.