Ten things Oldham has gifted to advancement of civilisation as the Greater Manchester town celebrates its 175th birthday
The Borough of Oldham first came into existence on November 1, 1849 thanks to a charter being granted earlier the same year on June 13. A formal election process took place and the town’s first ever mayor, William Jones, was appointed in December 1849.
To celebrate Oldham's 175th year, the Manchester Evening News has made a list of 10 things Oldham has given the world. From local delicacies to world changing medical advancements, here are some of the Greater Manchester town's finest moments. Inspiral Carpets have had many line-up changes through the years, and in 2016, the band was rocked by the death of drummer and founder member, Craig Gill. In 2023, the group reformed for a tour of the UK and Australia, delighting fans old and new.
The tubular bandage One of Oldham's greatest claims to fame is that the tubular bandage was invented there in 1961. The town's small but vital contribution to advancing medical science came with a collaboration between local firm Seton and a local cotton manufacturer. Since then the tubular bandage has become commonplace in hospitals around the world.
Today they still are available in some chip shops, especially in the Oldham and Rochdale areas. They are usually accompanied by chips, gravy and mushy peas.
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