These images provide a fascinating snapshot of life of Chapeltown down the decades and feature local landmarks. The images 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: 36 unseen photos of Chapel Allerton through the years | 19 unseen photos of Meanwood through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. September 1936
The Leeds Institute for the Blind (Blind School). Educational and Occupational centre on Roundhay Road. Goods produced were sold at 58 The Headrow, where the Institute had a dedicated shop. On the left in this view is Barrack Road. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. August 1939
A view of 168 Chapeltown Road which was Phillips chemists.Cigarette & chocolate vending machine can be seen on the pavement. Far left is the junction with Harehills Avenue and Newton Grove. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Circa 1940
Photograph taken around 1940 of Phillips Dispensing Chemist which was at 168 Chapeltown Road. Ethel Lewis, hair stylist and beautician can be seen above. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
16. October 1940
Cantors Fish & Chip Shop on the corner of Chapeltown Road and Harehills Avenue. House next door appears to be selling cigarettes and chocolate from an open window. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
17. June 1950
Front view of Leopold Street showing the junction with Hamilton Place on the left. Louis Street leads off Hamilton Place in the background. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
18. October 1927
A view looking along Barrack Road on to Chapeltown Cavalry Barracks. The barracks were on both sides of Barrack Road. | other Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net