The 1890s saw your YEP established, Leeds granted city status, the world's first film was shot in Leeds by Louis Le Prince, and Headingley, the first Leeds golf club was founded. The decade also witnessed the first overhead electric trams in Europe running from Sheepscar to Roundhay, as well as the first motoring offence prosecution in the city. Enjoy these photos, published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, run by Leeds Library & Information Service, which showcase life across Leeds. READ MORE: Fantastic photos show life in Leeds during the 1910s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Leeds city centre
This photo shows the demolition of the Old Infirmary, which was located on Infirmary Street. It was replaced by the present Leeds General Infirmary on Great George Street. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Leeds city centre
Interior view of ladies toilet in City Square taken prior to opening on May 28, 1895. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Leeds city centre
The construction of City Square in April 1897. It was given the status of City by Queen Victoria in 1893, it was then decided to build the square. The site had formerly been occupied by the Coloured Cloth Hall and Quebec House. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
16. Kirkstall Road
Interior view of Kirkstall Road tram sheds during construction. Workmen and trams can be seen. Pictured in October 1897. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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Share your feedback - good and bad - with Andrew Hutchinson via email: [email protected] or tweet him - @AndyHutchYPN | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net