These images provide a fascinating snapshot of life in the area and are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 19 unseen photos of Gipton through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. March 1939
View of the railway bridge on Selby Road, Looking from the York Road side towards Halton Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. April 1936
VIew of Gallons Ltd grocerss on Selby Road. Double fronted premises with provisions displayed in windows. Delivery bicycle can be seen on pavement outside Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. July 1928
Construction of bridge over railway line which served Osmondthorpe Colliery. To the right is a chimney, this was part of the Leeds Industrial Co-operative Society laundry, located on Osmondthorpe Lane. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. Year unknown
Drawing of St Philip's Church on Osmondthorpe Lane. A breaking ground ceremony was held on August 13, 1932. The foundation stone was laid by the Princess Royal (Countess of Harewood) in October of the same year. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. Year unknown
This shop, situated at the junction of York road and Selby Road was the original Toll House for the Leeds-Selby Turnpike Trust. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. July 1928
Osmonthorpe Lane with bridge over railway line. The lane was specifically to carry coal from the local pits. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net