These images provide a fascinating snapshot of life in LS7 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. LIVE IN LEEDS THROUGH THE DECADES: 1920s | 1930s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. May 1939
The bridge across Gledhow Lane. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
8. September 1938
Gallons Ltd was a grocers on Harrogate Road with a double fronted window showcasing its wares. On the right is TW Smith Florist and a man holding a young child is stood on the pavement. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
9. May 1938
The entrance to Chapel Allerton Hospital. Opened in 1926 it was built in the grounds of Gledhow Grove. Became a centre for war pensioners and a specialist hospital for the fitting of artificial limbs. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
10. December 1936
Fred Smith electrical engineer was located at the corner of Harrogate Road and Stainbeck Lane. Shop window has a display of radios and advertisements for Philips Company. The upper floor is premises for Prudential Assurance Co Ltd Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
11. November 1937
A view of H. Levine, grocery store on Blake Grove, off Potternewton Lane. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
12. June 1930
Chapel Allerton Carnival procession. In front of the band is a policeman a decorated car is behind. The boys in the band are playing brass instruments. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net