MR. A. E WRIGHT began the manufacture of footwear about 20 years ago in a small factory in Higham Ferrers. It is now some 18 years since he moved to a larger factory in this Ancient Borough, and by close attention to business, and a thorough knowledge of the trade built up a very substantial connection. Unfortunately in March this year the premises were destroyed by fire, but nothing daunted, Mr. Wright commenced again at once in temporary premises, and prepared plans and made arrangements for a new and improved factory. This will be on the one floor system, and promises to be ready for occupation in six months' time. There will be more than double the capacity for producing those lines which have won for themselves considerable favour, and all the latest and best machinery will be installed. The firm do a medium class trade, and do it well, and with the kind indulgence of customers a good start will shortly be made upon the best lines, and with new styles and shapes to meet the needs of all and sundry. Mr. Wright lakes a keen interest in all that appertains to Higham Ferrers, and is a devoted member of the town and trade.
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Mr. A. E. Wright
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Rushden Echo, 13th March 1908, transcribed by Kay Collins
Mr A E Wright’s Employees
The employees of Mr A E Wright, of Higham, also met last night at the Trade Club, Rushden, Mr C Bates, Branch President, being in the chair.
There was a good attendance.
The Chairman made a statement in similar terms to that made by Mr Bazeley at the Rushden meeting, and a report as to the number of unionists employed was prepared.
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