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

13. May 1942
Osmondthorpe Public Cleansing Centre. A view of public washroom, showing flat roofed brick building. Photo has been taken to show damage. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

14. July 1939
Anderson Shelter put up for no. 73 Wykebeck Avenue, reinforced by stone wall and earth. On the right a woman and children are watching the camera man. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

15. December 1955
This photo shows the bridge under construction over Wyke Beck. The concrete sides have been put in place and the floor has been layed. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

16. October 1953
Wykebeck Filling Station on Selby Road. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

17. March 1930
Work in progress on the York Road widening scheme. This view shows the site at the junction with Osmondthorpe Lane, showing sections of sewer pipe and kerb stones. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

18. January 1991
Timmerdale's ice cream manufacturers' equipment factory at the corner of Osmondthorpe Lane and Ings Road. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net

