Dear Freinds
I wonder if anyone can give me some idea of when the system of Possession Stowes was first used to mark out mines in the High Peak & Northern Mining fields of England.
I am interested in the above because I'm researching the history of Windlass's, so am wondering if the above is a good indication of the first appearance of the windlass.
Lastly is their any place I can obtain a picture of a Stowe, I have details of the 7 peices of wood required but to make a stowe, but would like to be sure of what it really looked like.
Hoping some one can help me.
Take Care.
Roger B Bradford, of Elizabeth, South Australia.
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