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Aberdeen, Pittodrie Street, Gallowhills Gas Holder. Detail of lifting mechanism of gas holder.

B 45989

Description Aberdeen, Pittodrie Street, Gallowhills Gas Holder. Detail of lifting mechanism of gas holder.

Date 23/1/1991

Catalogue Number B 45989

Category Photographs and Off-line Digital Images

Copies SC 353279

Scope and Content Lifting mechanism of Gallowhills Gas Holde Gallowhills Gas Holder was built in 1892-4 after gas provision was municipalised and expanded in 1871. At the time of its construction, it was the largest gas holder in Scotland. Aberdeen, Pittodrie Street, Gasworks / Public Services / Gas Supply / Gasworks / Aberdeen, Pittodrie Street, Gallowhills Gas Holder. Detail of lifting mechanism. DIGITAL IMAGES During the late 19th century Aberdeen Town Council, and Aberdeen Commissioners of Police (amalgamated in 1871) gradually intervened to regulate the provision of services and amenities. Source: RCAHMS contribution to SCRAN.

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