And they have been always there for us when we needed that pint of milk, a loaf of bread, a packet of sweets, a bottle of wine, or groceries. These photos celebrate the humble corner shop which have been part of the city's fabric for generations. They are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 43 closed Leeds pubs which will stir fond memories for drinkers LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Hunslet
The corner of Alfred Street and Glasshouse Street showing corner shop with awning, and off licence on opposite corner advertising Tetley's Fine Ales. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Burmantofts
The corner of Great Garden Street and Accommodation Road, showing corner shop with wall advertising for Mansion Polish; children playing in street and group of men on doorstep. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Sheepscar
Edith Terrace, a short terrace off Bristol Street, seen in the foreground. A corner shop advertises Lyons Tea, Hudson's soap, Lifebuoy soap, Cherry Blossom boot polish and Colman's starch among others. Pictured in January 1929. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
16. Burmantofts
A general store at the end of Rock Terrace and Stoney Rock Lane in September 1935 | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
17. Holbeck
The.Premises on Little Russell Street in September 1936. To the right can be seen Coleman Street, with corner shop. Advert for Guinness above the door. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
18. Kirkstall Road
The corner shop at 208 Kirkstall Road, at junction with Metcalf Street. A woman is looking in the shop window. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net