Astley, John, & Sons Ltd

Sectors:

  • Textile production Canvas, etc, production inc ship sails, tents, sacks, etc
  • Chemical production Paint, varnish, mastic, glue, resin, white lead, etc, production
  • Textile production Rope, twine & net production

Notes:

Established in 1730. For many years were cigar sellers. Incorporated 1892. By late 19th century had greatly diversified. By 1930s had substantial and varied manufacturing interests including ropemaking, tent manufacture and hire, paint manufacture, agricultural seed selling, etc

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