W. and S. Butcher
From Graces Guide
of 41 Ere lane and 13 Nival street, Sheffield
Formerly Butcher, Brown and Butcher
Partners were William Butcher and Samuel Butcher
1850s One of the most important manufacturers in Sheffield. The firm was recognised as a specialist in edge tools, files, and razors, besides pocket cutlery, scissors, and Bowie knives and employed about 500 workers.
1909 Mention of W. and S. Butcher, general cutlers, 72 Arundel Street. A fire engulfs the four-storey building.[1]
1916 A 15-year old employee of W. and S. Butcher, 72 Arundel Street, dies in the machinery.[2]
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