Historical information
Upon approval of the construction of the new bridge, there was a move to retain the old bridge. It was a very significant connection to the world when first built and it was hoped that all or part of the old bridge could be retained. Town meetings were held and the National Trust approached to enlist their financial support.
Significance
Significant as it demonstrates the efforts by the townspeople to retain the old bridge.
Physical description
Three and half column newspaper article from the Cobden Times Jan 16th 1985
Inscriptions & markings
Handwritten at the top is "Cobden Times Jan 16th 1985". With handwritten corrections of names in the article.
