These somewhat eerie photos provide a fascinating insight into life around Leeds city centre in the early 1900s. They turn back the clock to 1907 and showcase a range of landmarks and familiar streets at the heart of Leeds. The collection of photos also capture the faces of those who used the city centre for work, rest and play. The images 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: Extraordinary photos take you back to Leeds city centre in the early 1900s LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
13. Leeds city centre
Isle of Cinder, Victoria Flour Mill pictured in February 1907 before demolition as part of the Sovereign Street improvements. Established in 1836 by Roger Shackleton, there were four mill buildings. Not all property was demolished in the area, some were eventually restored and by 1992 opened as Victoria Wharf, including Leodis restaurant. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
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The old Public Dispensary at the junction of New Briggate/North Street to the right and Vicar Lane to the left. This view from June 1907 shows the original building, which opened on June 6, 1867, before alterations were carried out. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Leeds city centre
Close-up view of the corner of the Municipal Buildings, at the time housing the Central Library, Art Gallery and Civic Offices. A group of boys are seen standing or sitting on railings at the front. Pictured in December 1907. | Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net