Lace History experts, My older copy of "The Romance of the Lace Pillow" by Thomas Wright, was published by Henry H. Armstrong in Olney in 1919. It seems to have been a gift. Inside is written: "To My Dear Mother In Memory of 'Homeland' & 'Laceland' Days. "From John (at) Harting Vicarage Sussex Christmas 1919." Perhaps if we look at what is written in our old books someone will find clues. The portrait of Miss Warren is opposite page 245. And, of course, this is the portrait on the book jacket and opposite page 245 of Ruth Bean's 1982 edition. ---------------- Regarding Bucks Cottage Worker's Agency, I wonder if records in Olney - and other lace villages - have been consolidated and give hints for those interested in history.
I bought a used 31-page book from The Lace Guild last year that the text indicates was written in the 20th C. No publishing date, and seems to be of a promotional nature. Gave book to Tess to scan for the Professor's site. It you want to look it up, it is: "A Sixteenth Century Industry". Printed by Bonaventure Press, Northampton, and Published by H. H. Armstrong, B.C.W.A. Olney, Bucks., England. On page VII at bottom it says "The Secretary, Bucks Cottage Worker's Agency, Olney, is only too anxious to give any information to those interested in the industry." If this organization no longer exists, does the local museum or library have their background files? (For those who are interested - this would be a place to start investigation. Or, a village historian may know where Mr. Wright's original papers are located. Page XXIX is an advertisement for "The Romance of the Lace Pillow". At bottom of page it says "This work is published in two volumes, price 5/6 each". (Another interesting bit of information!) Jeri Ames Lace and Embroidery Resource Center In a message dated 9/14/2008 1:09:11 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The picture on the dust wrapper is also plate 47 facing page 245. There are several Warren families in the 1901 census for Stoke Goldington. Page 239 of the same book says that 1906 was marked by the establishment at Stoke Goldington by Mr. Armstrong of what is known as the "Bucks Cottage Workers' Agency". (snip some other stuff but it goes on) Lace-makers who had long previously given up their lace work, again brought out their pillows, and being assured of immediate sales and remuneration, put their energies once more into the delicate and artistic occupation of their youth. The Agency moved to Olney in 1909. Can't find any reference to Habberton Lulham. Some Lulham's with H as a middle initial. Malvary in Ottawa - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED] **************Psssst...Have you heard the news? There's a new fashion blog, plus the latest fall trends and hair styles at StyleList.com. (http://www.stylelist.com/trends?ncid=aolsty00050000000014) - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
