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1874 in Great Britain — Page 2

Explore 42 historical events and records for Great Britain in 1874.

Historical records for Great Britain in 1874

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Textile Working Week Reduced Again

Ashley Cooper, Anthony · Westminster · Economy / Factory Regulation

Parliament passed legislation further restricting factory hours for women and young people as the movement for shorter workdays continued.

Villa Cross Football Club

Hughes, Jack · Birmingham · Founder of Aston Villa · Sport / Football

Hughes helps Villa Cross cricketers select association football as their winter sport.

How these records were prepared

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