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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

March 2025 #crime and #Punishment Month at #TheGuildhall in #Leicester. There will be some amazing talks & events. I myself will be indulging the crime seekers, giving two talks. See link........... My 1st talk on Mable Pepper - shoe thief... leicestermuseums.org/CrimeAndPunish…

Next month March 2025 starts Crime and Punishment Month at The Guildhall in Leicester. There will be some amazing talks and events. I myself will be indulging the crime seekers, giving two talks. See link...........
The Story of Mabel Pepper - This is a relatively new research topic, and as I delved deeper into my research on Mabel, I stumbled across the St. Mary Magdalene Refuge and Night Shelter in The Newarke, which bears a striking resemblance to the infamous Magdalene Laundry scandals that occurred in Ireland. However, it's important to recognise that, even though their names sound alike, these two institutions are not the same. Additionally, in Leicester, there were many homes specifically established for women and girls who have "fallen" from societal expectations. This topic is fascinating and requires further investigation.

https://www.leicestermuseums.org/CrimeAndPunishmentMonth

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

#OTD 14 February 1913, #Suffragettes damaged #Evington Golf Course in #leicester. A bonfire was set ablaze on the green and the message "No Votes, No Golf" was etched into the turf. ‬

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

#OTD 13 Feb 1902 The Wholesale Market on Halford Street in #Leicester opened. Elegant cast iron, carved pillars, terracotta tiling with red & white bricks. The elegant archway frieze which used to adorn the entrance on Rutland Str is now on display on the West Bridge.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Enjoyed discussing Peppermint Billy with the #MeltonMowbray #WI this afternoon. My research on Billy's life convinced many of his innocence in the 1856 Toll Gate murder. I was also told about another murder in Melton, which I am looking into. peppermintbilly.com

William Brown was a returned convict.
He has spent 13 tears in Van Dieman’s Land... 1843 - 1856.
A ten year transportation sentence. Seven of those years were spent at the New Norfolk Lunatic Asylum.
After receiving his Certificate of Freedom in 1853 he went to mainland Victoria. Three years later he returned home to England.
50 days later he was executed for a murder in Melton Mowbray which took place on 19 June 1855. Billy was executed on 25 July 1856 - he was the last person publicly hanged in Leicester.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

#OTD 7 Feb 1919 Lenny Mason was buried in Welford Rd Cemetery #Leicester. Not a #Georgian Curiosity or a #Victorian Freak, Lenny was born in 1903 in #Leicester & at age 14 was exhibited around the country as "The Worlds Fattest Boy". He died aged 16. ourleicester.com/what-would-the…

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

#OTD 31 January 1890 it was reported in the #Leicester Daily Post that a Black Retriever named ‘Guard’ had gone missing

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

#OTD 25 Jan 1327 #EdwardIII becomes King of #England. In 1335, the King & Queen visit #Leicester. The #King stayed @ #LeicesterCastle the #Queen refused. She stayed at the Abbey because of the old saying, 'Evil awaits the King of England who feasts at the Castle of Leicester'

An artist’s impression of a feast in the Great Hall of Leicester Castle in 1483. Graham Sumner

Medieval image of Leicester Castle - visit Leicester site

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Spent the day sorting out books, shevles ect. I come across my grandads book and thought... wooo...he wrote in this just over 90 yrs ago that means something..... #HistoryBooks #oldbooks

My Grandads witing in his book... 1934. Address in Upper Norwood in London

Trxt from the book... how you hang curtains, choose good linen ect

Text from book.. advice on writing letter..

Small selection of history books that need sorting.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

I just to thank the late David Lynch for one of the most amazing, thought-provoking films ever made....The Elephant Man.. May you rest in peace.... #DavidLynch #TheElephantMan #JosephMerrick

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

At 53 years old.... I've finally made page 3!!!....🤣🤣🤣🤣🥰 In tonight's Leicester Mercury.... Article on Hannah's trial in April 2025... #Leicester #murdertrial #Foxton

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

#OTD 1 JAN 1883... This beautiful old #trainstation on #Belgrave Road #Leicester was opened. The line linked #Leicester to the East Coast.

The following 4 photos are black and white newspaper images of Belgrave Road train station..you could catch a train from Leicester to Skeggy. Sadly no longer here...

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 31/12/2024

In 1459, #HenryVI spent the #TwelveDaysofChristmas @ #LeicesterCastle. The prudish monarch was livid when a group of local lasses revealed their bosoms & performed a provocative dance in front of him- "Fie, fie, for shame!" were Henry's parting words as he dashed to his privy chambers.

A bit of medieval Christmas joy..... Henry VI was not impressed with us Leicester lasses. ......
In 1459, King Henry VI spent the Christmas and New Year at Leicester Castle. The Twelve Days of Christmas were filled with an abundance of lavish and ostentatious events, including banquets, balls, and various sporting events, all designed to entertain the countless guests and onlookers who eagerly partook in the festivities. This was the court at its most visible - a rare opportunity for commoners to catch a fleeting glimpse of the royal family as they made their grand procession to the tournament grounds, adorned in their most luxurious and fur-lined attire. In the rare instance that the underprivileged were fortunate enough, they could potentially feast like royalty - or at the very least, indulge in scraps from the lavish spread at the king's grand table. Interestingly, it was not uncommon for a staggering 24 courses to be served at these extravagant banquets, and it was customary for the royal chefs to prepare an excessive amount of food, not only to impress their esteemed guests, but also with the intention of providing sustenance to those in need once the festivities had concluded.
In turn, the town folk frequently favoured the court with glad tidings of their own. In the lively and festive halls, merry carollers, skilled jugglers, traditional mummers, enchanting magicians, captivating actors, talented musicians, eloquent poets, and skilled bards would all gather together to contribute their unique talents to the evening's entertainment. Usually the court found such past times highly amusing, but not always. The prudish monarch, Henry VI, was absolutely livid and incensed when a group of local lasses, who were hired by a mischievous young lord, boldly revealed their bosoms and proceeded to perform a scandalous and provocative dance in front of the King and his court. "Fie, fie, for shame!" were Henry's parting shots as he dashed to his privy chambers.

Inside the grand hall in Leicester Castle in the Medieval period.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 28/12/2024

Excellent article in Leicester Mercury - Hannah's trial 200 years after her arrest....Hear Hannah's story, and you can decide... #Leicester #LeicsterMuseum #TheGuildhall www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/history...

leicestermercury.co.uk

The last woman to be publicly dissected in Leicester

Hannah Read was found guilty 'despite a lack of evidence'

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

OTD 20 Dec 1926 - The City of #Leicester adopted its new Coat of Arms following its restoration of City Status in 1919.

On this day , 20 December 1926 the City of Leicester adopted its new Coat of Arms following its restoration of City Status in 1919.

The Arms of the Town of Leicester, the Cinquefoil and Wyvern were confirmed on the town at the Heraldic Visitation of 1619. The Cinquefoil and Wyvern come from the earlier motifs of the first Earl of Leicester, Robert De Beaumont (1040 - 1118).

The city status was granted in 1919 and following application by the City Council in 1926, the College of Arms allowed two supporters to be added to the design. The two Lancastrian Lions were added on either side of the Cinquefoil and above the towns motto “Always the same”.
When the Duke of Lancaster inherited the Earldom of Leicester, he held land in Leicester, hense the Lancastrian connection.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

#OTD 15 December 1797, the 1st #topHat worn by John Hetherington, a #London haberdasher. He was fined £50 'for causing a disturbance'.

Black and White image of a group of men on a beach wearing underpants and top hats.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

#OTD 7 Dec 1789 Hannah Packwood was born in #Foxton, #Leicestershire. 36 yrs later, Hannah was #executed for the #murder of her husband James Read. On 26 April 2025 - #TheGuildhall #Leicester will recreate her #trial ....Tickets NOW ON SALE......See ALT 4 details. www.leicestermuseums.org.

On this day - 7 December 1789 - Hannah Packwood was born in Foxton, Leicestershire.
Thirty six years later, Hannah was executed for the murder of her husband James Read.
Hannah Read, a woman who lived in a time of great scrutiny and punishment, was the final female in Leicester to endure the gruesome practice of being dissected after her execution.
On 26 April 2025 - The Guildhall will recreate the trial of Hannah Read and see if a jury today would find her guilty... Tickets NOW ON SALE ......
https://www.leicestermuseums.org/event-details/...

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 05/12/2024

An amazing painting of #Whitechapel Road. The sari shop - just behind the statue was were #JosephMerrick was exhibited in 1884.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Heartwarming story from 1928 - A Christmas Carol in Coalville - A Gift of a Goose - A Coalville miner, the father of eight children, had a goose for his Christmas dinner, thanks to the generosity of a 'Mercury' reader... #Leicester #Coalville #Miner #Christmas #AChristmasCarol

Newspaer image - of a family in 1928 - Heartwarming story from 1928 - A Christmas Carol in Coalville - A Gift of a Goose - A Coalville miner, the father of eight children, had a goose for his Christmas dinner, thanks to the generosity of a 'Mercury' reader...

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

I work P.T in a Dispensing Doctors Surgery , working in a Surgery can be quite challenging,so I decided to research G.P surgeries throughout the years and centuries. While searching the word'surgery', this popped up........the ugliest of faces!!!!!!!! #Leicester Evening Mail - Saturday 28 July 1923

Black and White newspapers image advertising plastic surgery to the ugliest of faces.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

#OTD 29 Nov1530, former 1st minister of #HenryVIII, Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, died at #Leicester Abbey. When arrived, he said, ‘Father Abbot, I am come hither to leave my bones amongst you' and so he did. Thomas Wolsey has an unmarked grave somewhere in the grounds in the ruins of Leicester Abbey.

Statue of Carsinal Wolsey in Abbey PArk in Leicester.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

While sorting through stuff, I came across my old School Report = #AbingtonHIghSchoolWigston - #HistoryReport 1983 - History - I am pleased to say I did improve......... @WigstonAcademy I wonder if Miss Jones is still around #leicester #school #wigston

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

Today, #StormBert has kept me in, so I've updated my website..... Here is a link to my updated page on my website... Events for 2025................ ourleicester.com/s-projects-b... #Leicester #LeicesterHistory #MurderMysteryHistory #TollgateMurder #Whitechapel #JosephMerrick #Crime&Punishment

ourleicester.com

Events 2025 | My Leicester

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

#OTD 23 November 1861, between 8am & 10pm, a #census of traffic passing through East Gates in #Leicester was taken. It recorded 54,300 pedestrians, 2,966 vehicles & 5,900 drivers with passengers. Wonder what it would be today?.

Looking at East Gates today... The Clock Tower stands approx where the old Haymarket stood.
East Gates is slightly to the left.

East Gates in 1867. The building in front is the old Haymarket - approx where the Clock Tower is now.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

#OTD 21 November 1921, a fire ripped through the Harvey Lane Baptist Chapel, leaving it in ruins. The historic Harvey Lane Baptist Chapel #Leicester which was the scene of the early ministry of the Rev. Dr. Carey, the pioneer missionary..

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

On the night of the 19 November 1940, Leicester experienced the #German's most concentrated attack on the city: it was so severe that it became known as the #Leicester Blitz.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

In November 1884, Tom Norman decided to assume the role of managing Joseph Merrick. Tom Norman, taking a good look at Joseph, thought “Oh God, I can't use you”. However, looking into Joseph's eyes, Tom reached out and shook his hand, & said, “Well, Mr Merrick, I'll call you Joseph if I may.”

Campbell Street Station in Leicester, where Joseph left his home town to travel to London. Station, now demolished was built in 1840

123 Whitechapek Road where Joseph was exhibited in London.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

Who lived in a house like this.. Numbers 39 and 41 Friar Lane. Each house had an entrance hall, dining/breakfast/drawing rooms, 4 bedrooms, 2 attics, kitchen, scullery, larder, w.c., boot house, & cellars. There was a carriage entrance, stable hayloft, coach house, & vinery. #Leicester

A stunning Grade II listed property in the Greyfriars Conservation Area in Leicester.

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Jo Vigor-Mungovin @mungotalks.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

Just signed up - stopped posing on 'X' - I will post your #Leicester History here........... #GuildhallLeicester #Leicester #History

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