The images rewind to the 1930s and 1940s and showcase how this landmark thoroughfare was home to a range of shops including the Co-op, the doyen of city centre stores which aimed to present a brave new shopping face to shoppers across the city and beyond. The photos 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: Nostalgic photos chart rise and fall of Leeds Quarry Hill Flats LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Albion Street
Leeds Industrial Co-operative Society shop pictured in November 1944 showing front with large display windows on upper floors. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Albion Street
November 1944 and pictured is the Leeds Industrial Co-operative Society. On the building is a large clock and a sign saying Co-op. A Co-op van is parked outside the shop. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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