Wigan Album

Sister Charlotte Aindow 2nd from left, she died last September (2007) age 94. Miss Aindow never married and devoted her life to nursing and caring for others. She lived at Greenfields Beech Hill for many years before her death.

Sister Charlotte Aindow tought me scripture at Taylors Lane Methodist Church, Spring View. She then went as a missionary to Africa. The next time I came into her acquaintance again, was when my son was born at Billinge Hospital in June , 1962. All the ladies on the maternity ward had to be in good voice for hymn singing. She was a very genuine, and caring person.

I can see Nurse Fairbrother from Miry Lane on the right.

Sister Window was a theatre sister at Billings Hospital in the 60'sand she gave me instruction on sterilizing techniques using an autoclave. She showed me once only then expected me to follow. I was in awe of her and quickly became proficient. She was amazing

Hello there, I'm looking into the family history, in particular Mr John Henry Banks, could this be the gentleman in the photo, any information would be greatly received.

The nurse third from right (in front of the Christmas tree) is my mum, Margaret Taylor. She trained at Billinge and went in to work at Wigan, Billinge and Wrightington. she had a long career in nursing and retired in 2008 age 67.