The Queen (magazine)
Weekly illustrated society magazine founded in 1861. Following a series of mergers over the years it survives in the form of the fashion magazine Harper’s Bazaar.
Windsor witches
Four women from Windsor executed for witchcraft in 1579.
Proscenium
Part of a theatre stage in front of the curtain.
Mind at the End of Its Tether
Last publication by the English author H. G. Wells, a darkly pessimistic prediction about the future extinction of the human race.
The Strand Magazine
Monthly publication founded by George Newnes, published 1891–1950, credited with introducing the short story to a British audience.
All Saints’ Church, Urmston
Grade I listed Roman Catholic Church in Urmston, Greater Manchester.
Walkden Gardens
Public green space in Sale, Greater Manchester.
Ruby Cycle Company
British motorcycle manufacturer, active from 1909 until 1922.
Jane Yorke
Last person to be prosecuted under the 1735 Witchcraft Act, in 1944.
Helen Duncan
Last person to be imprisoned under the Witchcraft Act 1735, in 1944.