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1823:
Charles Mackintosh began manufacturing waterproof coats. Mackintosh, born in Glasgow, was devoted to science for which he gave up his first job as a clerk. He began experimenting on the by-products of tar and discovered that one such by-product, Naphtha, made India rubber soluble.
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Campaigners launch battle to secure future for centresPosted by: David on Saturday, August 30, 2008 - 07:00 PM
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Community leaders calling for more investment in Tollcross
Tireless Susan always fought for the needyPosted by: David on Wednesday, August 27, 2008 - 09:00 PM
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She was absolutely tireless in fighting for the rights of people
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Grassmarket gets set to party after £6m makeoverPosted by: David on Thursday, April 24, 2008 - 03:00 PM
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Project designed to make area pedestrian-friendly
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Spring Cleaning the City with Community SpiritPosted by: David on Monday, March 31, 2008 - 04:00 PM
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Groups across the city will be pulling on their wellies
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Kim and Aggie call for de-clutterPosted by: David on Saturday, February 23, 2008 - 05:00 PM
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It's a fantastic way for people to de-clutter their homes
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Bobby tribute sorts the facts from the shaggy dog storiesPosted by: David on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 - 05:00 PM
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The first of a series of events to mark the anniversary
Want to buy the Scott Monument?Posted by: David on Wednesday, January 23, 2008 - 03:00 PM
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Council mismanaging £1.4m of common good assets
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Veteran volunteers ready for Himalayas trekPosted by: David on Friday, January 11, 2008 - 02:00 PM
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Ex-teacher and wife will cross mountainous jungle terrain
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£2000 to spruce up public areasPosted by: David on Wednesday, January 09, 2008 - 04:00 PM
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Including four new planters, a tree and a noticeboard
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Projects apply for slice of council's cashPosted by: David on Monday, January 07, 2008 - 05:00 PM
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Projects across south of city have applied for grants
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Fears over children's future as youth project runs out of cashPosted by: David on Thursday, December 27, 2007 - 04:00 PM
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Youth clubs have helped take young people off the streets
Pupils to flick the switch on festive lightsPosted by: David on Thursday, November 22, 2007 - 02:00 PM
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Primary school choir will sing festive songs and carols
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Bonfire Night safety messagePosted by: David on Thursday, November 01, 2007 - 04:26 PM
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A busy time for emergency and health service workers
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Tommy's centre stage in show of gratitudePosted by: David on Thursday, November 01, 2007 - 03:52 PM
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A painter and decorator by day, entertainer by night
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Music festival jumps ahead to help pupilsPosted by: David on Wednesday, October 31, 2007 - 06:21 PM
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The main festival venue changed to St Cuthbert's Church
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