Fred Whittle, b 1886, is seated front left. Worked at Oak Bank as a cashier for most of his life. Served in the Army Pay Corps during the war.
People 2: Whittle, Fred
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Fred and Edith Whittle
Photo date on back is March 1918. Taken by R White, photographer, 3 Park Street, Macclesfield
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Fred Whittle, cashier at Oak Bank
Probably taken at his desk at Oak Bank. Fred (b 1886) worked at Oak Bank for over 50 years from 1900 to 1951, when he died. He rose to be chief clerk for the Bollington Printing Co. He was a member of the Conservative Club, and on its committe for over 30 years. In his younger days he did quite a lot of public speaking and addressed election meetings. Was Hon. treasurer for the club (c.1925-51). Always took great interest in the work of Friendly Societies. Was a Grandmaster of the Bollington District and was senior trustee of the Handforth District. Was also a trustee of the Foundation of Friendship Lodge, Bollington. A supporter of Bollington Cricket Club. Family information on catalogue card 55/13.
