These photos provide a fascinating snapshot of a city on the rise and one at the forefront of innovation and ambition. They are published courtesy of published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, run by Leeds Library & Information Service, which showcase life during the 1890s. READ MORE: Fantastic photos show life in Leeds during the 1910s | Astonishing photos of Leeds city centre during the 1920s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. October 1892
View of construction work in progress at Moortown Underground Reservoir, showing a close-up view of two of the arches and a supporting pillar. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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