South Yorkshire Times May 11, 1957

Tomorrow’s Election

Will Swinton Poll Match Increased Interest?

Citizens Association candidates are contesting every Ward into tomorrow’s Swinton Urban Council election and it is hoped they will be a heavy Poll to correspond with increased interest in local affairs in the town. In all Wards the retiring Labour Councillors are seeking re-election.

Central Ward

John William Taylor (Labour), glassworks fitter, 40 Broome Ave, Swinton, has been a member of the Council for three years, vice chairman of the Building and Highways Committee, is a member of the Youth Management Committee, Youth Council, Trades Council and has been a trade union official over 25 years.

George Harry James Telford (Citizen) of 11 Twyford close Swinton, is a mechanical fitter employed at Parkgate iron and steelworks and and A.E.U.shop steward.

Mr Telfer, married with one son, a listing Swinton for a number of years. He has been a citizens Association member since was formed a year ago.